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Saturday, December 31, 2011

2 Killed In McKees Rocks Fire

2 Killed In McKees Rocks Fire: Two people were killed in an early Saturday morning fire in McKees Rocks. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Stabbing Suspect Charged In Shaler ATM Robbery

Stabbing Suspect Charged In Shaler ATM Robbery: A man accused of stabbing his wife in Indiana Township is now also facing charges in an ATM robbery. Winston Parrish, 25, allegedly robbed a woman outside the PNC Bank on Butler Street in Shaler on December 23. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Indiana Township stabbing suspect charged with Shaler ATM robbery

Indiana Township stabbing suspect charged with Shaler ATM robbery: Police in Shaler have charged Winston Parrish, already in custody on charges that he stabbed his wife on Dec. 23 in their Indiana Township home, with robbing a woman at an ATM the same day.

Thursday, December 29, 2011

Crews Called Out To 3 Separate Crashes On Route 28

Crews Called Out To 3 Separate Crashes On Route 28: Three separate accidents sent emergency crews to Route 28 this morning. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Tractor-Trailer Jackknives In Sharpsburg - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Tractor-Trailer Jackknives In Sharpsburg - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: SHARPSBURG, Pa. -- A tractor-trailer jackknifed Thursday afternoon in Sharpsburg. Thursday, December 29, 2011.

Police search for missing Etna woman, 51

Police search for missing Etna woman, 51: Authorities are seeking the public's help in the search for an Etna woman who has been missing for nearly two weeks.

Slippery roads set off crashes throughout the region

Slippery roads set off crashes throughout the region: Police responded to crashes on Interstate 79 between the Neville Island and Crafton interchanges, on Route 28 and the Beaver Valley Expressway.

Whisper of winter weather brings crashes and closures

Whisper of winter weather brings crashes and closures

Shaler Township's New Chargers

Photo by Dave Novak

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Police Search For Missing 51-Year-Old Etna Woman - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Police Search For Missing 51-Year-Old Etna Woman - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: ETNA, Pa. -- Etna police said they are searching for a missing 51-year-old woman. Tuesday, December 27, 2011.

2 Homes Burn, Investigators Call Fire Suspicious - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

2 Homes Burn, Investigators Call Fire Suspicious - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh: McKEES ROCKS, Pa -- Two homes burned in McKees Rocks early Tuesday morning. Tuesday, December 27, 2011.

2 Vacant McKees Rocks Homes Damaged In Fire

2 Vacant McKees Rocks Homes Damaged In Fire: Two vacant homes in McKees Rocks went up in flames early Tuesday morning. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Firefighters battle 2 fires in McKees Rocks

Firefighters battle 2 fires in McKees Rocks: Firefighters received the call about the fires in the 1100 block of Church Avenue at 2:09 a.m., said McKees Rocks fire Chief Nick Radoycis. The entire building was an inferno, he said.

Flames burn two vacant homes in McKees Rocks

Flames burn two vacant homes in McKees Rocks

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Verona's Moose Lodge rebounds from fire

Verona's Moose Lodge rebounds from fire: When an early morning fire destroyed the The Loyal and Protective Order of the Moose Lodge No. 250 in Verona, it took years of memories and events with it.

Monday, December 26, 2011

The holidays have put the Scrapbook a little behind

I have pictures and video of the crash/car fire on Route 8 that still need posted and some other miscellaneous pictures. The holidays have put the Scrapbook a little behind. Hoping to have everything caught up by this evening.

Frazer woman escapes blaze; mobile home destroyed

Frazer woman escapes blaze; mobile home destroyed: Dave Gould, chief of the Frazer No. 2 Volunteer Fire Department, said the woman was showering when she heard a noise, left the bathroom and found her living room wall on fire.

Sunday, December 25, 2011

Woman Escapes Frazer Twp. Trailer Fire - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Woman Escapes Frazer Twp. Trailer Fire - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Fire Damages Frazer Twp. Mobile Home

Fire Damages Frazer Twp. Mobile Home: Fire badly damaged a woman's mobile home in Frazer Township Sunday afternoon. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Christmas Day Fire, 314 Ivans Lane, Frazer Township


 

Police Arrest Man Accused Of Stabbing Wife Multiple Times - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

Police Arrest Man Accused Of Stabbing Wife Multiple Times - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh: ALLEGHENY COUNTY, Pa. -- Indiana Township Police responded to Greene Drive in Indiana Township around 10:30pm on Friday. Saturday, December 24, 2011.

Indiana Township man charged with stabbing his wife

Indiana Township man charged with stabbing his wife: Winston James Parrish, 25, was being held on Saturday in the Allegheny County Jail. He was charged with attempted homicide, aggravated assault and other charges. He is expected to be arraigned today.

Saturday, December 24, 2011

Police Arrest Husband In Indiana Twp. Stabbing

Police Arrest Husband In Indiana Twp Stabbing: Allegheny County Police say a man has been taken into custody in connection with a stabbing that left his wife in critical condition. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Indiana Township man arrested for stabbing his wife

Indiana Township man arrested for stabbing his wife: An Indiana Township man has been arrested for stabbing his wife multiple times, authorities said.

Indiana Twp. Woman Stabbed, Husband Sought

Indiana Twp. Woman Stabbed, Husband Sought: Allegheny County Police are searching for a man who allegedly stabbed his wife, leaving her in critical condition. The stabbing happened at 11 Greene Drive in Indiana Township. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Police Seek Supect In Avalon Gas Station Robbery

Police Seek Supect In Avalon Gas Station Robbery: Police continue to search for a suspect today following an armed robbery at a gas station early this morning in Avalon. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Ruptured Kilbuck gas line fixed, nearby bar OK

Ruptured Kilbuck gas line fixed, nearby bar OK: A ruptured 3-inch gas main that threatened to cancel several holiday parties at Sunny Jim's Tavern on the Creek in Kilbuck has been fixed, the tavern's owner said this morning.

1,000 in law enforcement pay tribute to fallen colleague

1,000 in law enforcement pay tribute to fallen colleague

Police search for man accused of stabbing wife in Indiana Twp.

Police search for man accused of stabbing wife in Indiana Twp.

Friday, December 23, 2011

Man Tied Up During Attempted Robbery In Ross Twp.

Man Tied Up During Attempted Robbery In Ross Twp.: Police are looking for leads after a man says three men tied him up during an attempted robbery in Ross Township early this morning. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Police Probe Carjacking, 2 Hold Ups In Robinson Township

Police Probe Carjacking, 2 Hold Ups In Robinson Township: Police are investigating after they say three people were held at gunpoint Wednesday night in the parking lots at Settlers Ridge, the Mall at Robinson and the Lowes in Robinson Township. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Car Burns After Crash - Video - WTAE Pittsburgh

Car Burns After Crash - Video - WTAE Pittsburgh: Two people are recovering after a crash that led to a car fire on Route 8 in Shaler Township.

Ross police seek three men in failed home robbery

Ross police seek three men in failed home robbery: A man was bound with duct tape during a robbery on Thursday in Ross.

Guyasuta not part of O'Hara firehouse plans

Guyasuta not part of O'Hara firehouse plans: Council intends to proceed with a long-range plan for its fire departments that does not incorporate the Guyasuta Volunteer Fire Department.

2 masked men carjack woman in Robinson

2 masked men carjack woman in Robinson: Two masked men attempted to rob one man at a Robinson mall, successfully carjacked a vehicle in Settlers Ridge, then fled from police in Ohio.

Aspinwall police officer turns into Santa Claus

Aspinwall police officer turns into Santa Claus: Aspinwall police Patrolman David Nemec started Presents from Police a few weeks ago to make the holidays merrier for children who will spend Christmas in the hospital. He raised $2,000 from individuals and businesses and kicked in $500 of his own.

Masked robbers in Robinson elude police in Steubenville

Masked robbers in Robinson elude police in Steubenville

Ross police investigating early morning home invasion

Ross police investigating early morning home invasion

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Woman arrested for fake fundraising in Shaler, Etna - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Woman arrested for fake fundraising in Shaler, Etna - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Pair, baby rescued as gas leaks in Sharpsburg home

Pair, baby rescued as gas leaks in Sharpsburg home: Sharpsburg firefighters rescued three people, including a newborn, on Wednesday as a gas leak sickened six others in a Clay Street residence.

Several Taken To Hospital After Carbon Monoxide Leak - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

Several Taken To Hospital After Carbon Monoxide Leak - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh: PITTSBURGH -- Several people, including children, go to the hospital after being sickened by carbon monoxide in Sharpsburg. Wednesday, December 21, 2011.

Soft-Spoken Robber Packs Semiautomatic, Thanks Victims - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

Soft-Spoken Robber Packs Semiautomatic, Thanks Victims - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh: Armed robberies at stores in Pine Township and Fairview Township are under investigation. The robber is described as a "soft-spoken" man who says "thank you" before running away. Tuesday, December 20, 2011.

Hundreds Pay Respects To Fallen East Washington Officer

Hundreds Pay Respects To Fallen East Washington Officer: Hundreds turned out to pay respects to fallen East Washington Borough Police Officer John David Dryer who was killed during a traffic stop along Interstate 70 over the weekend. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

9 Apparently Sickened By Carbon Monoxide In Sharpsburg

9 Apparently Sickened By Carbon Monoxide In Sharpsburg: Nine people were taken to the hospital after they were sickened by carbon monoxide. A gas line may have ruptured near a home in the 600-block of Clay Street in Sharpsburg. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Route 8 in Hampton reopened after accident injures four

Route 8 in Hampton reopened after accident injures four

Six sickened in Sharpsburg from carbon monoxide poisoning

Six sickened in Sharpsburg from carbon monoxide poisoning

Police looking for 'soft-spoken' armed robber in Wexford area

Police looking for 'soft-spoken' armed robber in Wexford area

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Icy Roads Cause Traffic Nightmare - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

Icy Roads Cause Traffic Nightmare - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh: PITTSBURGH -- Dozens of wrecks and icy roadways were reported throughout Pittsburgh during just a few short hours Saturday. Saturday, December 17, 2011.

Cold Temperatures, Wet Conditions Creating Icy Roadways

Cold Temperatures, Wet Conditions Creating Icy Roadways: Wet conditions and dropping temperatures have caused some big problems on local roadways this evening. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Icy roads blamed for multiple crashes in the region

Icy roads blamed for multiple crashes in the region: Icy roadways were blamed for traffic accidents all over the region Saturday night, including at least two locations in the Alle-Kiski Valley.

Saturday, December 17, 2011

Weather Conditions Cause Multiple Car Accidents, Dangerous Conditions - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Weather Conditions Cause Multiple Car Accidents, Dangerous Conditions - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: PITTSBURGH -- The weather conditions have caused several car accidents in the Pittsburgh area on Saturday. Saturday, December 17, 2011.

Icy roads send cars spinning, sliding throughout the region

Icy roads send cars spinning, sliding throughout the region: Icy roads are likely to blame for several accidents this afternoon throughout the region. Problems were reported on the several Downtown bridges, Route 30 and Interstate 79, among other places. Police reported a 16-car pileup on the Veterans Bridge going to the Liberty Bridge.

Icy roads cause accidents, hazardous conditions

Icy roads cause accidents, hazardous conditions

Pair held in armed robbery of Thompson Run Road 7-Eleven

Pair held in armed robbery of Thompson Run Road 7-Eleven: Ross police arrested two Pittsburgh men in connection with the armed robbery of a 7-Eleven store on Thompson Run Road.

Ross police arrest two men in 7-Eleven robbery

Ross police arrest two men in 7-Eleven robbery: A pair of Pittsburgh men were arrested this week in connection with the Nov. 30 armed robbery of a 7-Eleven on Thompson Run Road, Ross police said this morning.

Ross cops nab 2 in convenience-store robbery

Ross cops nab 2 in convenience-store robbery

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Ross Police Catch Suspect In Coffee Shop Robbery - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Ross Police Catch Suspect In Coffee Shop Robbery - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: ROSS TOWNSHIP, Pa. -- Ross Police said they have a suspect in custody in connection with a coffee shop robbery. Wednesday, December 14, 2011.

Ross Twp. Coffee Shop Robbery Suspect Arrested

Ross Twp. Coffee Shop Robbery Suspect Arrested: A man accused of robbing a local coffee shop Wednesday morning has been arrested. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Penn Hills firefighters tout radio system update

Penn Hills firefighters tout radio system update: Chief Shawn Snyder of the Lincoln Park Volunteer Fire Co., accompanied by more than 25 firefighters who offered their support, asked council on Dec. 5 to keep enough money in the 2012 budget to buy updated radio equipment for the seven fire companies that serve Penn Hills.

Police arrest man in Ross coffee shop robbery

Police arrest man in Ross coffee shop robbery

Police arrest man in Ross coffee shop robbery

Police arrest man in Ross coffee shop robbery

Sunday, December 11, 2011

Rural Ridge Tunnel, Indiana Township, Tractor Trailer Crash (Photos)

Photos by Bob Ben--175 Chief

McCandless Crash Photos

From George Vetterly and another unknown source ...

Saturday, December 10, 2011

Car Carrying 6 Teens Crashes In McCandless - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Car Carrying 6 Teens Crashes In McCandless - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: McCANDLESS, Pa. -- A car with six teenagers crashed In McCandless Friday night. Saturday, December 10, 2011.

Crash near North Park injures six

Crash near North Park injures six

Missing teenager found after McCandless crash

Missing teenager found after McCandless crash

Crash Victim Disappears After Accident In North Park - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

Crash Victim Disappears After Accident In North Park - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh: PITTSBURGH -- Authorities say six people were hurt after a crash occurred in North Park, but when rescue workers showed up, one of the victims was gone. Saturday, December 10, 2011.

Teenager Found After McCandless Crash

Teenager Found After McCandless Crash: Emergency crews are at the scene of an accident in McCandless. The crash happened on North Ridge Road near North Park. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Missing teen found safe at North Park ice skating rink

Missing teen found safe at North Park ice skating rink: Robert Jeke, chief of Peebles Volunteer Fire Department, said the 16-year-old girl was among six teens in a vehicle that crashed shortly before 7 p.m. along North Ridge Drive in McCandless.

Friday, December 9, 2011

Congressional Panel Approves NG911 Bill | Dispatch Magazine On-Line

Congressional Panel Approves NG911 Bill | Dispatch Magazine On-Line

Pedestrian Suffers Head Injuries In Bellevue Car Accident - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Pedestrian Suffers Head Injuries In Bellevue Car Accident - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: BELLEVUE, Pa. -- A man is in the hospital with severe head injuries after he was hit by a car in Bellevue on Wednesday. Thursday, December 8, 2011.

Police Officer Struck While Directing Traffic Near 40th Street Bridge - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Police Officer Struck While Directing Traffic Near 40th Street Bridge - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: MILLVALE, Pa. -- A police officer is recovering after being struck by a car while he was directing traffic in Millvale. Thursday, December 8, 2011.

Car Hits Pedestrian On Ohio River Blvd. - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

Car Hits Pedestrian On Ohio River Blvd. - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh: BELLEVUE, Pa. -- A pedestrian is struck by a car on Ohio River Boulevard (Route 65) near Bellevue Beer. Thursday, December 8, 2011.

Despite texting bans, drivers still not getting message

Despite texting bans, drivers still not getting message: A national survey, the first government study of its kind on distracted driving, and other data released on Thursday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration underscore the difficulty authorities face in discouraging texting and cell phone talking while driving.

Man sentenced for stealing from Highland Country Club in Ross

Man sentenced for stealing from Highland Country Club in Ross: Jeffrey Garbinski, 43, of Franklin Township, Butler County, agreed to a deal last week in which he pleaded guilty to one count of theft in exchange for the house arrest sentence. He must also pay $174,088 in restitution.

Prognosis positive for Millvale officer hit by car

Prognosis positive for Millvale officer hit by car

Thursday, December 8, 2011

Millvale officer injured directing traffic on Route 28

Millvale officer injured directing traffic on Route 28

Millvale Salon Forced To Close After Copper Theft - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Millvale Salon Forced To Close After Copper Theft - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: MILLVALE, Pa. -- A Millvale hair salon was forced to close after thieves cut and stole copper piping from the basement, police said. Wednesday, December 7, 2011.

Officer Struck By Vehicle Near 40th Street Bridge - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

Officer Struck By Vehicle Near 40th Street Bridge - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh: MILLVALE, Pa. -- Millvale police Officer Scott Bailey was working traffic detail at Route 28 and the 40th Street Bridge when he was struck by a vehicle. Wednesday, December 7, 2011.

Pedestrian Struck In Bellevue

Pedestrian Struck In Bellevue: A male pedestrian was taken to the hospital after being hit by a car in Bellevue. The accident happened on Ohio River Boulevard near the McDonalds. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Millvale Police Officer Hit By Car

Millvale Police Officer Hit By Car: A Millvale police officer was hit by a car. Scott Bailey has been a part-time officer with the department for five years. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Man hit by vehicle in Bellevue in critical condition

Man hit by vehicle in Bellevue in critical condition: A man suffered critical injuries on Wednesday after being struck by a vehicle as he was walking across a busy highway in Bellevue.

Millvale officer struck directing traffic

Millvale officer struck directing traffic: A Millvale police officer was struck by a car on Wednesday evening as he was directing traffic along Route 28 near the 40th Street bridge.

111 to show off its new fire station ...

Blawnox Borough to show off its new fire station
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Middle Road Inn Burglars Smash Register, Gaming Machines - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Middle Road Inn Burglars Smash Register, Gaming Machines - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: GLENSHAW, Pa. -- Police from Indiana Township responded to the scene after the burglars tripped the alarm at the Middle Road Inn early Tuesday morning. Tuesday, December 6, 2011.

Police: Driver Flees After Crashing Into Harrison Twp. House - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Police: Driver Flees After Crashing Into Harrison Twp. House - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: HARRISON TOWNSHIP, Pa. -- Police are investigating after a a driver fled the scene after crashing a vehicle into a house in Harrison Township overnight. Tuesday, December 6, 2011.

Burglars Break Into Middle Road Inn

Burglars Break Into Middle Road Inn: A burglar who targeted a historic business in Indiana Township got away with only a handful of cash from the register and video gaming machines inside. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh

Police: Driver flees after crashing into Harrison house

Police: Driver flees after crashing into Harrison house: Police are investigating after a Jeep crashed into a house in Harrison Township overnight.

Friday, December 2, 2011

Shaler Home Burns Next To Fire Station - Video - WTAE Pittsburgh

Shaler Home Burns Next To Fire Station - Video - WTAE Pittsburgh

I-79 restrictions in Marshall will precede reopening

I-79 restrictions in Marshall will precede reopening

Gas Leak Forces Seniors Into Cold - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

Gas Leak Forces Seniors Into Cold - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

Gas Odor Forces Elderly Resident From Complex - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Gas Odor Forces Elderly Resident From Complex - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

West Deer Residents Evacuated After Gas Leak « CBS Pittsburgh

West Deer Residents Evacuated After Gas Leak « CBS Pittsburgh

Tarentum Bridge Open After Multivehicle Crash - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Tarentum Bridge Open After Multivehicle Crash - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Black Ice Blamed For Crashes On McKees Rocks, Highland Park Bridges - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh

Black Ice Blamed For Crashes On McKees Rocks, Highland Park Bridges - News Story - WPXI Pittsburgh: Separate crashes caused traffic problems in McKees Rocks and Highland Park early Thursday morning. Thursday, December 1, 2011.

2 Hospitalized In Ramp Crash Near Tarentum Bridge - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

2 Hospitalized In Ramp Crash Near Tarentum Bridge - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh: TARENTUM, Pa. -- A multi-vehicle accident causes major backups on the Tarentum Bridge during the Thursday evening rush hour. Thursday, December 1, 2011.

Black Ice Snarls Bridge Traffic; Accidents Reported - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh

Black Ice Snarls Bridge Traffic; Accidents Reported - Pittsburgh News Story - WTAE Pittsburgh: PITTSBURGH -- The recent wet weather and plunging overnight temperatures made for a difficult commute for some drivers on Thursday morning. Thursday, December 1, 2011.

Black Ice Blamed For Several Accidents During Morning Commute

Black Ice Blamed For Several Accidents During Morning Commute: Colder temperatures resulted in several black ice accidents around the area Thursday morning. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of Pittsburgh