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Singer Taylor Acorn talks about her ties to Pittsburgh, new album and 'People Watching' video
Aug. 23—Pop-punk singer Taylor Acorn is originally from Wellsboro in north-central Pennsylvania and is currently living in Nashville. But she feels like she's going to wind up in Pittsburgh someday, since her partner of five years grew up in Johnstown and his family now lives in Cranberry. "So every Christmas, birthday, just to go hang out, we're always in Pittsburgh," she said last week from ...
Avonworth overcomes early mistakes to defeat Burrell in season opener
Going into the matchup, Burrell knew it would need to capitalize on every mistake to stay close with Avonworth, the WPIAL Class 3A runner-up from a season ago. The Bucs defense forced turnovers on the Antelopes’ first two drives, but, Burrell was unable to turn the turnovers into points. No. 3 Avonworth (1-0) eventually got its offense going and never looked back in defeating Burrell, 24-7, in nonconference play Friday night at Buccaneer Stadium.
With Nate Herbig Lost For Season, Steelers Should Be Exploring Veteran Center Options
Coming into training camp, the interior of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive line looked very strong, following the drafting of Zach Frazier and Mason McCormick. Putting that rookie duo alongside the likes of Isaac Seumalo, James Daniels, Nate Herbig and Spencer Anderson really gave the Steelers a real boost at an area of need.
Lakers Ready for Battle with Syracuse
Carpe D1em : The Lakers officially made their Division I debut last week when they kicked off the season with trips to Pittsburgh to face to Duquesne and to Niagara Falls to play Niagara. Mercyhurst dropped their first Division I match against Duquesne 6-2, but Freshmen Rosie Bandura and Annaliese Black scored their first collegiate goals. The Lakers also fell in their matchup against Niagara, but Senior Kate Costantini and Graduate Student Chelsea Radicia combined to make 11 saves in the 2-0 loss. Lakers Leaders: Bandura and Black still have the lone goals of the 2024 season, but the offense...
Pa. high school football scoreboard: Live updates from the state’s top-ranked teams (8/23/24)
Opening week in high school football always mergers promise and emotion as teams, cheerleaders and fans return to the field. So how are the state’s top-ranked teams faring in week 1? PennLive has you covered with live scoring updates below. Scores are user-generated and offered through ScoreStream. See a...
Wawa to open multiple locations in Central Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The longest-standing debate in Pennsylvania may just be “Sheetz versus Wawa.” However, the expansion of one of the stores might end the back and forth. On Aug. 19, Wawa announced that the chain is planning to expand into Central Pennsylvania, starting with a location in Middletown. On Sept. 19, a Wawa will […]
Butler County voting case heads to state court
The case could standardize county rules when voters make errors in returning mail ballots. Voting rights groups are hoping the Commonwealth Court adds protections to mail-in voting ahead of the November election. The court is deciding whether to guarantee that voters can cast provisional ballots if they’ve made an error...
Steward to close two Ohio hospitals, Pennsylvania facility at risk
Steward is closing two Ohio hospitals with another in Pennsylvania at high risk of closure as the health system continues to limp through bankruptcy. The closures of Trumbull Regional Medical Center and Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital, both in Warren, Ohio, come after Steward failed to find a buyer for the facilities. The hospitals will start closing on or around Sept. 20, according to the system.
Plans for $450 million Pennsylvania laboratory complex unveiled
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Department of General Services (DGS) recently unveiled plans to construct a new $450 million joint laboratory complex in Harrisburg. According to DGS, the site plans they unveiled for the $450 million laboratory complex will provide state-of-the-art research and analysis facilities for four commonwealth agencies.
Bethel Park rolls by Seneca Valley, 50-14
HARMONY, PA – It was a rough night to be a Raiders fan at Nextier Stadium. Following a disappointing 3-7 season, Ron Butschle’s squad looked to start their 2024 campaign with a win over the Blackhawks. Instead, Bethel Park dominated Seneca Valley on both sides of the ball, resulting in a crushing 50-14 triumph over the Raiders.
High school football roundup for Aug. 23, 2024: West Mifflin hangs on to defeat Elizabeth Forward
Armand Hill ran for 84 yards, including a 44-yard touchdown with less than a minute remaining, to help West Mifflin earn a 17-16 nonconference victory over Class 3A No. 4 Elizabeth Forward (0-1) on Friday night. The Warriors nearly tied the game when Ryan Messina found Charlie Nigut on a...
Friday ‘Flash Pan’: The Tragedy of Michel Briere
This article reflects on the brief but impactful career of Michel Briere, a talented centerman for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Born on October 21, 1949, Briere showcased extraordinary skill during his junior hockey days before being drafted by the Penguins in 1969. Tragically, after a promising rookie season where he scored 12 goals and contributed to a playoff run, Briere's life was cut short by a car accident in May 1970, leading to his death in April 1971. His legacy endures, with his jersey number 21 retired and remembered by fans and players alike.
Pittsburgh to Experience Sizzling Summer-like Weekend as Temperatures Rise Above Seasonal Norms
As Pittsburgh prepares to bask in a film of sunshine, the thermostat is set to climb steadily above the seasonal average. The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has foreseen a weekend right out of the heart of summer, with dry conditions, scant clouds, and temperatures destined to make a noticeable leap. High pressure is the culprit to thank for this late August swelter, pressing down on the Northeast United States to steer the climate's course.
A stretch of late-summer heat comes to Pittsburgh along with limited rain chances
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Saturday morning begins with patches of clouds and some valley fog across western Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia. Any cloud cover this morning will gradually move out leading to a mostly sunny and warm afternoon. WEATHER LINKS: Current Conditions | School Closings & Delays | Submit Your Weather PhotosA west-to-southwest wind will continue to transport warmer air into our area through Sunday which should promote substantial warming with highs reaching the mid to upper 80s on both days. This weekend, dew points should remain relatively low, so although it will be hotter, Saturday and Sunday will feel more like...
One main culprit for David Bednar's poor season with Pittsburgh Pirates
Heading into this year, many Pittsburgh Pirates fans were confident the Bucs would win a lot of close games in the ninth inning. David Bednar was coming off his third straight strong season with the Pirates. From 2021 to 2023, Bednar established himself as one of the most effective late-inning arms in the game with a 2.25 ERA, 2.56 FIP, and 1.06 WHIP. Bednar struck out just over 30% of opponents with a 31.2% K% while only walking 7.7% of batters faced and posting a HR/9 rate of 0.60.
Bailey’s Daily: Flyers Roster; Penguins Trade Shocks Hockey Community
In Friday’s edition of Bailey’s Daily, we’ll be talking the latest Philadelphia Flyers news, NHL news, stories, highlights, and more from the last day. The Philadelphia Flyers have apparently dropped their big ol’ roster for training camp and the upcoming NHL preseason, which starts in *checks notes* four weeks!
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