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Taxes stay same in North Allegheny’s proposed final budget

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North Allegheny School District aims to keep its real estate tax rate at 19.74 mills, despite rising salaries and a slow growth rate.

Everything clicking for Penn-Trafford baseball on 9-game winning streak

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When Lou Cortazzo decided he wanted the interim tag removed from his name and officially became the head coach of the Penn-Trafford baseball team, everything started to click.

Westmoreland County baseball notebook: Belle Vernon ace has been 'lights out'

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When senior Colton Lee pitches, Belle Vernon baseball fans show up to watch.

Tom Croner: Conservation funding helps keep family farms viable

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I’m an 81-year-old, seventh-generation farmer working with my son T. Richard on a multigenerational grain and hay farm in Somerset County. We grow corn, soybeans, wheat, rye and hay.

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Access to mental health care may get boost from change in counselor licensing requirements

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Dozens more professional counselors could be approved for associate licenses soon under a new state law meant to expand mental health care in Pennsylvania.

Have a Taste of NA returns to in-person event at Soergel Orchards in Franklin Park

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Have a Taste of NA, the annual celebration and fundraiser of the North Allegheny Foundation, is being held in-person at 6:30 p.m. May 23 at Soergel Orchards in Franklin Park.

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Trump is in New York for the hush money trial while the Supreme Court hears his immunity case in DC

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NEW YORK — A reluctant Donald Trump returned to a New York City courtroom Thursday as his hush money trial resumed at the same time that the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments in Washington over whether he should be immune from prosecution…

New York appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction from landmark #MeToo trial

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NEW YORK — New York’s highest court on Thursday overturned Harvey Weinstein ‘s 2020 rape conviction, finding the judge at the landmark #MeToo trial prejudiced the ex-movie mogul with “egregious” improper rulings, including a decision to…

Local company creates stress-free transition into assisted living

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When a loved one needs to transition from their longtime residence to assisted living with more hands-on care, overseeing the logistics can be overwhelming and stressful for everyone involved.

Victim: Man 'went crazy all of a sudden' in stabbing at Hostetter Hotel in Unity

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A man accused in a stabbing Wednesday at the Hostetter Hotel in Unity told state troopers that he wished the wounded person would have died, according to court papers.

From infants onward, Hampton piano teacher shares joy of music

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Beyond the basics of time signatures, sharps and flats, and treble and bass clefs is a whole world of teaching piano.

Letter to the editor: Are we repeating past hatred of Jews?

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We are all aware of the deep-rooted hatred the Nazis had for the Jews. “Never again” was the call to never let the Holocaust happen again. If we do not learn from the misdeeds of our past, we are all doomed to repeat it. It appears that we…

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U.S. births fell last year, marking an end to the late pandemic rebound, experts say

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NEW YORK — U.S. births fell last year, resuming a long national slide.

More than just a bowl of noodles, ramen in Japan is an experience and a tourist attraction

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TOKYO — Spicy, steaming, slurpy ramen might be everyone’s favorite Japanese food.

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Kennywood admission cost is similar to other amusement parks, but there are ways to save

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In the wake of the announcement that the Steel Curtain would be closed for the 2024 season, Kennywood enthusiasts took to social media to poke the amusement park for its $75 entrance fee.

Penguins A to Z: Isaac Belliveau enjoyed elevated playing time in Wheeling

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With the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 2023-24 season coming to an end without any postseason action, the Tribune-Review will offer Penguins A to Z, a player-by-player look at all 49 individuals signed to an NHL contract – including those whose…

Major offseason deep dive into power play's deficiencies sure to be in store for Penguins

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Pittsburgh Penguins winger Rickard Rakell probably spoke for many of his teammates when asked earlier this season why the power play just could not seem to gain any traction.

After seamless transition to Penguins, Michael Bunting looks to be key piece in future

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In back-to-back games at the end of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ season, winger Michael Bunting scored his 20th goal of the year, only for both scores to be taken away.

First Call: Ben Roethlisberger's draft tip for Steelers; ESPN says Steelers 'team to watch' for a Courtland Sutton trade

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Thursday’s “First Call” features Ben Roethlisberger’s suggestion for the Pittsburgh Steelers on Day 1 of the NFL Draft.

TV Talk: WTAE’s new news director looks ahead; Very Local’s Pittsburgh ‘Sports Town Stories’

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It’s still late April but the May sweeps ratings period began this week for local TV stations. While sweeps is not as significant as it once was, stations still aim to air some special reports during sweeps periods.

Letter to the editor: Improper language usage on local TV news

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Most are aware that the local evening news is presented at the comprehension level of a seventh-grader. However, that should not preclude proper usage of the English language.

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Morning Roundup: Police say Texas man brought undeclared firearm, marijuana to Pittsburgh airport

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Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Thursday, April 25:

Bellevue’s Lincoln Avenue ranks in USA Today’s top 10 most charming

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USA Today recognized Bellevue’s Lincoln Avenue as one of the nation’s most charming main streets.

How did Penguins' Big 3 perform after playing in all 82 games in 2023-24?

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Pittsburgh Penguins forwards Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin as well as defenseman Kris Letang — commonly referred to as the franchise’s Big 3 — played in all 82 games during the 2023-24 season.

Editorial: Biden administration rule is no substitute for congressional action

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The environmental disaster caused by a train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, last year should have spurred federal lawmakers to take seriously the need to improve rail safety. But a measure passed by the Senate languishes in a House…

New West Deer amphitheater means more summer concerts on tap

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Outdoor concert venues in West Deer and East Deer are ready to draw visitors — and their money — into the area, organizers say.

U mad, bro?: Pens fans fed up with Mike Sullivan; Pirates fans peeved over pitch counts; loud Kenny Pickett loyalists

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At the time of this post, the Steelers haven’t made their first-round pick in the NFL Draft. So no one in Pittsburgh can be angry about that.

Tim Benz: Steelers should address positional priority over bulk needs in draft

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Apparently, Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin feels properly hydrated heading into the start of the NFL Draft on Thursday night.

The Stroller, April 25, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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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…

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Letter to the editor: Corporate greed and economic inequality

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Our economic inequality is being fueled by two disastrous decisions. One is the 1982 SEC ruling to lessen Wall Street rules and regulations, including one on stock buybacks. Between 2015 and 2017 more than half of the total profits earned…