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Pirates escape Diamondbacks late comeback 6-5 in the Desert
The Pirates end the series with the Diamondbacks in dramatic fashion with a 6-5 victory. The Pirates scored 4 in the top of the 10th to go up 6-2 but Arizona fought their way back to make it a 6-5 final.
Focused amid the gunfire, an AP photographer captures another perspective of attack on Trump
BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — Gene Puskar has been with The Associated Press for 45 years. Based in Pittsburgh, his career has spanned a wide range of events including the nuclear accident at Three Mile Island, the Sept. 11 attack that downed Flight 93, Stanley Cups and World Series, many presidential and campaign events and, his favorite, the Little League World Series. Here’s what he had to say about making this extraordinary photo.
Donte Jackson accepts challenge in matchup with George Pickens at Steelers training camp
Jul. 28—After a season in which the Pittsburgh Steelers finished eighth in the NFL in takeaways and tied for No. 11 in interceptions, the number of picks registered by the defense remained at zero after the first three days of training camp. The drought ended Sunday, the final day of practice in the acclimation period that comes before the players can begin wearing pads. The recipient of the ...
Sign-Ups Open for 2024 Brent McKown Learn-to-Fish Day
WARREN, Pa. – The Learn-to-Fish Program is a memorial program to Brent McKown (1935 – 2001,) who was an avid fisherman all his life in Warren and Chautauqua Counties. He also loved to help children learn to fish and enjoy the great outdoors. The program which was begun in 2002 in his memory provides young people the opportunity to learn about fishing and the necessary starting equipment.
The Pittsburgh Steelers Will Trade for Saints WR Chris Olave
The Saints have an elite wide receiver in Chris Olave, but with 2024 slowly looking like a season that could go in the gutter, Olave will be a hot chip for many contending teams to try prying away. I’ll also preface this is a prediction for the 2025 Offseason, not...
Best Penguins by Sweater Numbers: #41-50
The Penguins have had many talented hockey players wearing their logo. This article analyzes the best Penguins by sweater numbers #41-50. Entering the 40’s, the Pittsburgh Penguins have had many important role players in the range covered in this article. From shut-down defenceman to critical utility forwards, the following players have contributed enough to be recognized as the Penguin’s best players at their respective jersey numbers.
Pittsburgh Pirates Miss Out on Jazz Chisholm Trade to Yankees Due to Catcher Shortfall
The Pittsburgh Pirates may have missed out on acquiring Jazz Chisholm, as the Miami Marlins opted to trade him to the New York Yankees. The Pirates were reportedly interested, but the Marlins preferred a package from the Yankees, comprising Agustin Ramirez, Jared Serna, and Abrahan Ramirez. Miami Marlins' best pitching...
The Other Side: Cardinals’ Alec Burleson Talks About ‘Solving’ Paul Skenes
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is part of a recurring series that spotlights Pittsburgh Pirates-oriented news and notes from their opponents. The St. Louis Cardinals pinned Pittsburgh Pirates rookie pitching sensation Paul Skenes with his first career loss on Wednesday night at PNC Park in his 12th start. The Cardinals didn’t...
The Furries Are Back! More African Americans get in on the Anthrocon fun every year
MAESTRO JIDE AND “MELDON” FROM THE WASHINGTON, D.C. AREA, IN PITTSBURGH OVER THE 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND FOR ANTHROCON. (PHOTOS BY J.L. MARTELLO) CARRIE LESTER FROM RANKIN, WITH “CHEESE BEAGLE” FROM VIRGINIA. FRITZ DRACHEN, FROM TEXAS, CENTER, WITH SOME FELLOW FURRIES…. “MELDON” SHOWIN’ OFF THE MUSCLES…...
Former Pirates manager has a message for fans after Jazz Chisholm whiff
UPDATE: Clint Hurdle reached out via social media to make clear he didn't have any ill will towards Pirates management, but was merely giving his opinion. Hurdle's intentions are to support the Pirates fanbase. Clint Hurdle was fired by the Pirates back in 2019. While he doesn't necessarily have any...
While engaged in trade talks, Pirates GM Ben Cherington reveals he has said 'no' to teams and also been told 'no'
Jul. 28—With the MLB trade deadline set for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said Sunday he has not found a deal "that we feel makes sense." "Nothing fell through," he said on his weekly radio show on 93.7 FM. "We have had opportunities the past several days where we could have done something. "We had offers and a price we could have said yes to, and we chose ...
VIDEO: Everyone Is Calling Out Steelers Reporter After He Seemed To Be Focused On Something Else While Trying To Film Justin Fields
The Pittsburgh Steelers training camp is well underway, and Justin Fields is in the thick of things. The new Steelers quarterback is enjoying first-team reps in the absence of Rusell Wilson, who has a calf injury. He was the subject of a recent social media clip—at least he was supposed to be—while completing a pass to wide receiver Calvin Austin III, but it appears the person recording was focused on other things.
McCaul says a report on the Trump assassination attempt is feasible by end of year
Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) said a report about the attempted assassination of former President Trump could come out by the end of the year. The House unanimously approved a task force last week to investigate the assassination attempt against Trump, who was shot at during a rally in Butler, Pa., on July 13. When asked…
The Stroller, July 28, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to vndnews@triblive.com or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number. Bike run planned Aug. 24 by Ashley’s Eternal Angels.
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