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Saxonburg Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with School Bus Carrying Elementary Students in Jefferson Township
A tragic incident unfolded in Jefferson Township when a 79-year-old motorcyclist collided with a school bus on Wednesday afternoon. According to a WPXI report, the accident took place around 4:15 p.m. at the intersection of Dinnerbell and Victory roads, the collision resulted in the motorcyclist's fatality, a resident of Saxonburg in Butler County.
Washington County DA clears officer in hitting suspect with vehicle
WASHINGTON, Pa. (KDKA) - The Washington County District Attorney has cleared the officer involved in an arrest that involved a suspect being hit by a police truck. In a release from Washington County District Attorney Jason Walsh, he has cleared the officer involved in the arrest of any wrongdoing. "My office has thoroughly reviewed the police report and body cam footage, it is my opinion that the officer followed all policies, procedures, and laws of this Commonwealth in the effectuation of the arrest of a dangerous offender," District Attorney Walsh's release read. "This matter is considered closed for investigation purposes as it...
WATCH: Pitt HC Pat Narduzzi Talks Last Practice of Fall Camp
PITTSBURGH — Pitt is finishing up fall camp on the South Side, and Pat Narduzzi is happy with the progress that has been made this summer. Narduzzi talked about how the squad has policed itself, his role in the locker room, some position battles and more.
Michalowski: Quick Thoughts on Pitt’s Non-Conference Schedule
Pitt released its non-conference schedule on Wednesday, and almost everyone who commented online had positive things to say about the difficulty of the slate. Nov. 22 vs. LSU (at the Greenbrier (WV)) Nov. 24 vs. UCF or Wisconsin (at the Greenbrier (WV)) Nov. 29 at Ohio State. Dec. 4 at...
Penguins Acquire Rutger McGroarty from Jets
On Aug. 22, 2024, the Rutger McGroarty sweepstakes finally came to a close two months after the 20-year-old’s trade request from the Winnipeg Jets first came to light. The Pittsburgh Penguins received the young, promising forward for prospect Brayden Yager. Penguins Build on the Fly. It’s no secret that...
17 Lehigh Valley high school football players to watch for 2024 season
Summer practice is over, the air is a little crisper and daylight is waning each day. The Lehigh Valley high school football season is here. It all kicks off Friday night across Pennsylvania with the start of the scholastic season. Here are some of the top players in the Lehigh Valley this fall: Sr. Andrew Olesh, Southern Lehigh: Michigan recruit will see every coverage package because of his ...
New $15M budget investment in tourism marketing bodes well for state’s economy
A $15-million investment in tourism marketing included in the recently approved bipartisan 2024-2025 state budget will boost the commonwealth’s economy, attract more visitors, and support good-paying jobs, said Pennsylvania lawmakers, state government officials, local leaders, and business owners Aug. 20. “From beautiful state parks like Presque Isle, to our outdoor recreation businesses, to hospitality and […] The post New $15M budget investment in tourism marketing bodes well for state’s economy appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report.
Season begins in District 9: Breaking it down
Another season of District 9 football kicks off Friday night. You Pick the Winners • Who We Think Will Win • District 10 Week 1 Preview • YDL Sports Network Preseason Roundtable. From defending champions to regional and classification setups to returning players to one less team...
Exploring Research With Real World Impact
Undergraduates Seyoon Chun and Kyle Grgecic spent the summer contributing to research at Annenberg's Health Communication & Equity Lab. Summer is a time to explore and try new things for Penn undergraduates. For Seyoon Chun (C’25) and Kyle Grgecic (C’26), it has been an opportunity to dive headfirst into the world of academic research.
Panthers Fall to Buffalo Thursday Evening
PITTSBURGH – The University of Pittsburgh women's soccer team (1-1-1, 0-0-0 ACC) fought hard but fell to the Buffalo Bulls (0-0-0 MAC), Thursday evening at Ambrose Urbanic Field. This is the first time the Panthers have lost to the Bulls since 1996. The Bulls put their name on the...
Westmoreland County standouts dot D-1 college football rosters this fall
Aug. 21—Gianni Rizzo and Trent Holler are close friends and have always supported one another in sports despite going to different high schools. The pair has something more in common on the eve of another college football season. Both are set to play a grad season at the Division I level — Rizzo at Duquesne, Holler at Memphis. Rizzo, a linebacker and Norwin graduate who began his college ...
Pa. Senate to introduce bill that would require cursive writing in schools
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Senate has plans to introduce legislation that would affect handwriting being taught in schools. The legislation, written by Senator Wayne Langerholc (R-Cambria), would require Pennsylvania schools to teach cursive handwriting. Currently, at least 18 states mandate the teaching of cursive, including but not limited to states such as Alabama, […]
I-376 Parkway East traffic restrictions scheduled for Aug. 23-26
Drivers who use Interstate 376 (Parkway East) should be prepared for traffic restrictions in Churchill, Wilkins Township, Penn Hills and Monroeville this weekend. PennDOT says traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction, between Exit 81 (Penn Hills) and the bridge over Old William Penn Highway. The restrictions...
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