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Mason Martin is learning to write, stand and speak again one year after the Karns City quarterback was injured on the football field
KARNS CITY, Pa. — Mason Martin is now recovering in his Armstrong County home, learning to write, stand with help and speak again after nine months in the hospital. The Karns City High School quarterback was injured on the football field Sept. 1, 2023. He suffered a brain bleed and his father said they were told he might not survive.
Oil City Woman Jailed for Allegedly Kicking, Spitting at Officers and Medical Staff
CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City woman is behind bars for allegedly kicking and spitting at law enforcement officers, hospital security officers, and medical staff. Court documents show Franklin-based State Police filed criminal charges against 36-year-old Rachael Renee Knight, of Oil City, in District Judge Patrick Lowrey’s office on Thursday, August 29.
SOMETHING TO BUILD ON: Franklin Falls Behind Big in First Half Against Slippery Rock, But Turns In Better Effort in Second Half in Loss to Rockets
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. (EYT) — Matt Turk’s halftime speech to his Franklin football team was short and succinct. “You have to dig in,” the coach said. Franklin had chances in the first half, but things went awry and unraveled, leading to a 28-0 deficit after two quarters.
Titusville, Slippery Rock Pick Up First Wins of Season Powered by Generational Wealth Management
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. – Fred Campagna threw four touchdown passes as Slippery Rock beat Franklin, 38-7 to pick up its first win of the season. The Rockets built a 28-0 halftime lead as Campagna threw three touchdowns, two to Cooper Glass covering 2 and 28 yards and another to Doug Popovec, a 60-yarder.
Westmoreland County athletes of the week: Hempfield’s Jiana Patterson, Latrobe’s Roman Agostoni
Claim to fame: Patterson, a transfer from Greensburg Central Catholic, has made an immediate impact with the Spartans. The talented forward scored two goals as Hempfield defeated North Hills, 2-1, to break an 18-game losing streak. Patterson also scored a goal in the season-opening loss to Connellsville. Patterson also has two assists this season. Her career goal total is 35, and she said she would like to reach 50 before she graduates next year.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Ryan Sutara, Springdale’s Bri Ross
Report card: After scoring 51 goals in 2023, Ross continued where she left off. On Monday, she scored four goals and had two assists in Springdale’s 9-0 win over The Ellis School in Section 4-4A. Then Wednesday, the outside winger buried two more goals and had two more assists in another section win over Apollo-Ridge. The Dynamos are off to a 2-0 start in both section and overall.
Trump Tells Rally Crowd ‘You Have Smart Ones’ And Black Congressman Byron Donalds Is One of Them
Trump said of prominent Black supporter Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) "That one is smart!" — adding "You have smart ones" without specifying what the "ones" were. The post Trump Tells Rally Crowd ‘You Have Smart Ones’ And Black Congressman Byron Donalds Is One of Them first appeared on Mediaite.
Slippery Rock students say their dorm's A/C is broken
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Some students at Slippery Rock University said their air conditioning in the dorm is broken, making studying and sleeping unbearable. Students living in dorms on Slippery Rock University's campus are sounding off about the unbearable conditions this week.It's hard to imagine, but with the sun beating down, it's actually hotter inside the dorm than it is outside. "I have my fan in there so it helps a lot but like even then the fan just pushes in more hot air," said sophomore Megan Romesburg, who lives in Building B.She said she had A/C when she moved in last Thursday...
Pet of the Day 08/31/24
Hi there! I’m Chance, a friendly, playful, and affectionate adult dog. I love spending my days lounging on the couch, but I also love to play and explore when I get the chance. I’m a smart guy who is always eager to learn new things and impress my humans. I would love a home with a big brother or sister, no little dogs for me. I like to play and that can scare the little dogs. I’m a bit of a people person, and I thrive on human companionship. I’m looking for a forever home where I can be loved and cared for, and where I can share my love and affection with my new family. If you’re looking for a furry friend to join your family, please consider adopting me, Chance! I can’t wait to find my forever home and start a new life filled with love and happiness.
Unionized workers at Allegheny Valley Hospital vote to authorize a strike
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Unionized nurses at Allegheny Valley Hospital voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike, making it the second Allegheny Health Network hospital to announce a potential strike in two weeks. The nurses, represented by Service Employees International Union Healthcare PA, voted 99% in favor on Friday of authorizing a potential work stoppage. "Nobody wants to strike, but we are ready to stand up for our patients and our professions, if necessary," said Kristi Valasek, emergency department nurse at Allegheny Valley Hospital. "There's an urgent need to raise standards for patient care and staff retention across the southwestern Pennsylvania hospitals, and we're...
Pleasantville man accused of attempted homicide held for court
Anthony Martinez Young, 31, of Pleasantville, has been held for court on charges including attempted homicide and aggravated assault in connection with a May 1 shooting in Oil Creek Township. Young allegedly fired three shots at another man, missing him, before fleeing the scene. He was later arrested in Virginia by U.S. Marshals and extradited back to Pennsylvania. Young remains in the Venango County jail with bail denied.
Aliquippa Set for Academic and Athletic Growth with New Kraft Heinz-funded Center Near Heinz Field
Aliquippa's push towards an enhanced educational and athletic experience made a tangible leap forward today, as bulldozers are set to rumble next to Heinz Field, paving the way for the new Aliquippa Athletic and Academic Center. With a hefty $1.3 million backing from Kraft Heinz last year, the school district's plans now shift from blueprint to brick-and-mortar reality. The facility will house offices, an indoor training arena, a locker room, a weight room, and an innovative space tailored for hands-on learning, according to a report from CBS Pittsburgh.
Caregiver Support Program celebrates the Roaring 20s at annual gala
The Roaring 20s was the theme of the 20th annual Caregiver Appreciation event for the Beaver County Office on Aging’s Caregiver Support Program. The gala took place on June 26 at Monaca Turners in Monaca. The hall was decked out in black and gold and featured a fun photo booth with props reminiscent of the 1920s.
Masses of lanternflies appearing as rain on radar in Pittsburgh area
If you’ve looked at your weather app the last several days, you may have noticed a “blob” of green on the radar right over the city that doesn’t move. At first glance, it appears to be light to moderate rain, but it’s actually not even weather related!
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