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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Third Inmate At Allegheny County Jail Tests Positive For Coronavirus

  12-04-2020 23:37
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A third inmate at the Allegheny County Jail has tested positive for COVID-19.According to Allegheny County, 11 inmates and 15 staff members have been tested for coronavirus.Allegheny County says the population of Allegheny County Jail as of Sunday, April 12, is 1,680.However, during the coronavirus pandemic, the population of the jail had decreased by 30% in March.
  As of Sunday, there are 22,833 cases of coronavirus in Pennsylvania and 857 of those cases are in Alleghen
  
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• Psychologists Say Baking During A Pandemic Can Relieve Stress

  12-04-2020 23:12
  
  (CNN) — Jessica Corradini of Verona, Italy, has been baking bread — mostly sourdough — for a couple years.
  Since the coronavirus pandemic shut down Italy, her hobby has become more important than ever to help her feel connected to herself.
  Italy had at least 135,000 Covid-19 cases as of April 8, and the virus-stricken country requires its residents to travel with government documents detailing where they’re going and why.
  Corradini and her boyfriend have been on lockdown
  
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• Mental Health Professionals Say Baking During A Pandemic Can Relieve Stress

  12-04-2020 23:12
  
  (CNN) — Jessica Corradini of Verona, Italy, has been baking bread — mostly sourdough — for a couple years.
  Since the coronavirus pandemic shut down Italy, her hobby has become more important than ever to help her feel connected to herself.
  Italy had at least 135,000 Covid-19 cases as of April 8, and the virus-stricken country requires its residents to travel with government documents detailing where they’re going and why.
  Corradini and her boyfriend have been on lockdown
  
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• New Castle Police Searching For Suspect In Homicide Case

  12-04-2020 22:42
  
  NEW CASTLE (KDKA) – New Castle Police have filed homicide charges against Juan Aviles Suarez.
  Suarez is being charged with the shooting and killing of Eiram Alfonso Santiago-Hernandez.
  Photo Credit: New Castle Police
  The shooting took place on Thursday, April 9 around 8:00 p.m. near Pin Oak Drive in the Oak Leaf Gardens Housing Complex.RELATED: Man Shot And Killed In New Castle
  Police are currently searching for Suarez.Anyone with information is asked to call the New Castle Police at 724-6
  
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• 12-Year-Old Celebrates Birthday In Isolation By Filling In World Map With The Help Of Twitter

  12-04-2020 22:27
  
  (CNN) — Celebrating a birthday while quarantining at home due to a global health crisis doesn’t sound very exciting. But for 12-year-old Brandon Smith, it didn’t turn out too bad.
  The budding geographer, known for his love for reading and analyzing maps, usually celebrates his birthday with a father-son adventure, like at the golf range or an amusement park in Houston, Texas.
  But because of the coronavirus pandemic, that wasn’t possible this year. So his dad, Jody Smith,
  
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• Here’s How Hospitals Are Celebrating When A Coronavirus Patient Is Released

  12-04-2020 21:23
  
  (CNN) — For over two weeks, a woman in Texas laid in a hospital bed fighting for her life after testing positive for the coronavirus.
  She spent 10 days on a ventilator to help her breathe. But she fought the virus and was released from the Austin hospital after 16 days.
  To celebrate her recovery, staff at St. David’s South Austin Medical Center lined the halls and cheered for her as she was being discharged.
  Scenes like this are occurring at hospitals across the nation symbolizing ho
  
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• Local Family, Friends Hold Birthday Parade For 4-Year-Old Girl

  12-04-2020 20:51
  
  MCKEES ROCKS (KDKA) — With social distancing guidelines in place, 4-year-old Ava Marie of McKees Rocks could not have a traditional birthday party.Instead, her family and friends got together in their cars and dropped off gifts for her. Ava did get to spend her birthday with her mother, father and her little brother Anthony.(Photo Courtesy Beverly Mueller)
  Her aunt, Beverly Mueller, said she wanted to share her niece’s story because “with all the bad news we have right now we c
  
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• Vehicle Accident Closes Industrial Boulevard In Derry Township

  12-04-2020 19:39
  
  DERRY TOWNSHIP (KDKA) — A vehicle accident has closed Industrial Boulevard between Route 891 and Pandora Road, Westmoreland County dispatch confirmed.
  The accident was reported at 12:06 p.m. Sunday. At this point, the number of victims injured in the accident is unknown. There is currently no estimate on when the roadway will be reopened. No cause has been given for the accident.Stay With KDKA.com For More Details
  
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• Easter Bunny Rode In On Horseback For Local Neighborhood Children

  12-04-2020 19:09
  
  INDIANA COUNTY (KDKA) — Children were overjoyed to be visited by the Easter Bunny on Saturday.But the iconic bunny had an unusual way of getting around in a neighborhood in Indiana County.
  (Photo Credit: Mindy James)
  The Easter Bunny rode in on horseback.(Photo Credit: Mindy James)
  (Photo Credit: Mindy James)
  The Whiskey Acres Sanctuary, a nonprofit horse sanctuary in Indiana County, organized the event for the neighborhood children. They screamed in delight as the Easter Bunny stopped by
  
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• Uplifting Chalk Messages For Healthcare Workers Left Outside Hospital In McKeesport

  12-04-2020 18:33
  
  MCKEESPORT (KDKA) — UPMC healthcare workers were surprised on Saturday to find appreciative messages in chalk on the pavement outside of their emergency room facility.
  (Photo Credit: Jill Minnick)
  Some of the messages included “Heroes Work Here,” “Thank You EMS,” “Caring and Listening” and “McKeesport Strong.”(Photo Credit: Jill Minnick)
  (Photo Credit: Jill Minnick)
  UPMC McKeesport is located on 1500 5th Avenue.
  
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• Police: Two People In Hospital After Double Stabbing In Shaler

  12-04-2020 18:17
  
  SHALER (KDKA) — Two people have been taken to the hospital after a double stabbing in Shaler, according to Allegheny County dispatch.Allegheny County Homicide and Shaler Police are on the scene investigating. The stabbing was reported at 10:36 a.m.
  The cause of the stabbing is unknown, as well as the current condition of the two victims.Stay With KDKA.com For More Details
  
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• Police: One Man Dead, Another Injured After Double Stabbing In Shaler

  12-04-2020 18:17
  
  SHALER (KDKA) — A man is dead after a fight with a friend turned into a double stabbing in Arlington Court, according to police.
  (Photo Credit: Fred Williams/KDKA)
  Allegheny County Homicide and Shaler Police are on the scene investigating. The stabbing was reported at 10:36 a.m.
  (Photo Credit: Fred Williams/KDKA)
  According to Allegheny County Homicide, this was a domestic situation between two friends. The one victim, 23 years old, died at the hospital. His 27-year-old friend who was invol
  
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• Pa. Health Dept.: 13 New Coronavirus-Related Deaths Reported, Cases Statewide Increases To 22,833

  12-04-2020 18:02
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed 1,178 new positive cases of Coronavirus on Sunday, in addition to 13 more deaths.
  Total cases of the virus statewide now stands at 22,833.
  The total number of deaths statewide now totals 507.
  More information on the Coronavirus pandemic:CDC Coronavirus Information
  CDC Global Map of Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
  Pennsylvania Department of Health Information
  Pennsylvania County-By-County Map
  Allegheny County Health Department Inf
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Says Coronavirus-Related Death Total Stays At 19, Total Cases Increases To 857

  12-04-2020 17:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department announced no new Coronavirus-related deaths, as well as 21 new cases of the virus on Sunday.
  That brings the total number of COVID-19 cases in the county to 857, and a total of 19 deaths.
  Of the coronavirus patients in the county, 130 have been or are hospitalized.
  More information on the Coronavirus pandemic:CDC Coronavirus Information
  CDC Global Map of Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
  Pennsylvania Department of Health Information
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• Firefighters, Medics Respond To Fire In Brentwood Apartment Building

  12-04-2020 16:26
  
  BRENTWOOD (KDKA) — Several fire crews and medics are responding to a fire in a Brentwood apartment building.(Photo Credit: Chris Hoffman/KDKA)
  The apartment building is on the 3300 block of Brownsville Road. Paramedics are treating several people. There is currently no confirmation on how many people were inside. Red Cross of Greater PA is currently en route to assist victims. The fire was reported around 9:42 a.m.We are currently en route to the 3300 Block of Brownsville Road in Brentwood
  
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• Dozens Left Without A Home On Easter After Brentwood Apartment Building Fire

  12-04-2020 16:26
  
  BRENTWOOD (KDKA) — Dozens of people from the South Hills are without a home on Easter.
  A fire ripped through an apartment building, and several people had to be rescued.
  It was about 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning when Brentwood EMS said a fire started in the 3300 block of Brownsville Road. Crews arrived and found people hanging out of windows.
  The people who live inside said the smoke quickly spread through the building.
  “It happened so fast and the smoke just engulfed our apartment,&rdqu
  
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• Local Church Sets Up Prayer Drive-Thru For Healthcare Workers

  12-04-2020 14:47
  
  BELLE VERNON (KDKA) — The Gospel Alliance Church will set up a drive-thru Sunday to give out prayers.The drive-thru is being held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. People can drive up in the line, and a preacher will say a prayer over that person.The church said in a Facebook post about the event that a special focus would be placed on healthcare workers “and those on the front lines of this virus.” They did also stress that anyone would be welcome to go through the drive-thru and receiv
  
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• Pittsburgh Weather: Warm Easter Sunday Temperatures, Chance Of Severe Weather Monday

  12-04-2020 13:26
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Temperatures in the mid-60’s return on Easter with a few sprinkles of rain possible north in the late morning, but nothing you won’t be able to dodge for those egg hunts!It’ll be a bit breezy through the day with mostly cloudy skies.A Marginal Risk (1 in 5 chance) for our severe weather outlook is in place for areas south of Pittsburgh on Sunday evening into Monday as a strong area of low pressure moves in.Heavy downpours, potentially damaging wind gus
  
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• Over 30 local therapists are providing free teletherapy sessions for those on the frontline of COVID-19

  12-04-2020 13:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Therapists from the Pittsburgh area are coming together virtually to provide free teletherapy sessions for workers for life-sustaining businesses.
   
  
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• Many Easter Sunday Services And Traditions To Be Celebrated Virtually

  12-04-2020 12:42
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Easter Sunday is considered one of the holiest days of the year for many religions.
  But most houses of worship are still locked.
  So many are using technology to connect with their congregations — and that’s being done in a variety of ways.
  The internet has been a key connection for churches.
  Some are live-streaming masses so people can watch from the comfort of their living rooms while staying in self-isolation due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
  For those who
  
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• Researchers studying a variety of COVID-19 treatments in the pipeline

  12-04-2020 12:30 via post-gazette.com
  
  And UPMC hopes its fast-track clinical trial can soon determine which are safe and effective.
  
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• Vehicle Catches Fire, One Man Dead After Fatal Crash On West Carson Street

  12-04-2020 10:15
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh police, fire, and paramedics responded to the scene of a fatal single vehicle accident early Sunday morning.
  The accident took place in the 1600 block of West Carson Street.
  Police say that when responders arrived, a vehicle had struck a pole with the driver inside.
  Firefighters put out the fire and removed the male victim.
  (Photo Credit: Joe Samangy)
  Paramedics pronounced the driver dead at the scene.
  There were no passengers and no other vehicles were invol
  
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• Evans City Man Killed In Perry Highway Accident

  12-04-2020 08:36
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — An Evans City man was killed in a motor vehicle accident in Wexford on Friday.
  The Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the accident victim is 74-year old Stephen Morten.
  The crash happened just after 11 a.m. along Perry Highway.
  McCandless police are investigating the accident.
  
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• Police: Driver Who Fell Asleep At The Wheel Involved In New Castle Car Accident

  12-04-2020 07:33
  
  NEW CASTLE, Pa. (KDKA) — Police in Neshannock Township say that careless driving led to minor accident on Friday afternoon.
  The accident took place around 3:00 p.m. in the 3300 Block of Wilmington Road.
  Police say that 67-year old John Bartlett was traveling south.
  53-year old Ellen Williams was waiting for traffic to clear while pulling out onto Wilmington Road.
  Williams told police that she watched Barrett drift onto the shoulder of the road and contacted her vehicle.
  Barrett told police
  
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• A Third Resident Kane Living Center In Glen Hazel Has Died Of Coronavirus

  12-04-2020 06:49
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A third resident at the Kane Living Center in Glen Hazel has died of Coronavirus.
  25 residents at the facility have tested positive for COVID-19, and 7 others are still waiting on their results.
  Among the staff that work there, there are now 15 positive cases and 11 additional workers are waiting on results of tests.
  More information on the Coronavirus pandemic:CDC Coronavirus Information
  CDC Global Map of Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
  Pennsylvania Department of Health Infor
  
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• New Kensington Shop ‘N Save Closing At The End Of April

  12-04-2020 06:28
  
  NEW KENSINGTON (KDKA) — A grocery store in New Kensington will be closing at the end of April.
  The Shop ‘n Save in New Kensington will be closing at the end of the month, but the owners say it isn’t related to the Coronavirus pandemic.
  The statement from the Beter family who own the store is listed below:
  “We would like to first express our gratitude to New Kensington for their loyalty, and to the staff we’ve had the pleasure to work alongside, especially in the las
  
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• Pitt COVID-19 vaccine effort with partners in France, Austria seeks win for all of us

  12-04-2020 06:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  A three-member team of experts from Pitt, France and Austria  is working furiously to create a COVID-19 vaccine as a win for all of us.
   
  
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• Jonas Salk's son sees hope in COVID-19 efforts, still pushing for polio eradication

  12-04-2020 06:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Peter Salk, the son of the man who created the polio vaccine, sees hope in the efforts to beat back the COVID-19 pandemic, but still hopes to eradicate polio
  
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• Families, Parishioners, Churches All Finding Unique Ways To Celebrate Easter During Stay-At-Home Orders

  12-04-2020 05:20
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) –Easter Sunday will likely look very different for some this year.
  Many churches are switching to live streaming services or hosting drive-in services to comply with stay at home orders and social distancing recommendations.
  Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Carnegie is one of several local churches planning a drive-in Easter service.
  Members will park their cars together and listen to the service on the radio.
  The church has also hosted drive-up Easter basket ble
  
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• Furry Tails: Gwendolyn, Mitzi And Biggie Are Waiting For Forever Homes

  12-04-2020 05:15
  
  Are you looking to bring a pet into your home? Local animal shelters are a great place to find a furry companion. So, as part of Furry Tails, I’ll be doing an ongoing feature on adoptable pets from local animal shelters once a week. If you have room in your heart and are looking to bring a lovable ball of fur into your home, maybe one of these guys is meant to be a part of your family!_____________________________________________________________________________________
  Gwendolyn
  Animal Fri
  
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• Priest contemplates his life, ministry after COVID-19 ordeal

  12-04-2020 03:30 via post-gazette.com
  
  After surviving a bout of mild but persistent symptoms, he hopes to encourage others 
  
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• Coronavirus In Butler: Two Residents Of Concordia At The Orchard Die After Testing Positive For COVID-19

  12-04-2020 02:50
  
  BUTLER (KDKA) – Two of the residents of Concordia at the Orchard that tested positive for coronavirus have died.According to Concordia’s website, the two residents passed away at Butler Memorial Hospital. One died on April 9 and the other on April 10.As of the past week, local nursing homes have been hit particularly hard by the coronavirus outbreak.RELATED STORIES:
  2 Residents Of Upper St. Clair Senior Living Facility Test Positive For Coronavirus
  Staff Member At Paramount Health Re
  
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• Pittsburgh Public School To Begin Remote Learning On April 16

  12-04-2020 02:20
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Public Schools will begin remote learning starting on Thursday, April 16.
  High school seniors at Pittsburgh Public Schools will begin online instruction on April 16 as part of the soft rolling launch of remote learning after laptop distribution.Beginning next week, teachers will be in contact with parents and families to review and discuss remote learning plans. Special education teachers will also be in touch with the families of students with individualized
  
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• Aliquippa Chief Of Police Rob Sealock Dies

  12-04-2020 01:53
  
  ALIQUIPPA (KDKA) – Aliquippa Chief of Police Rob Sealock has died.According to the City of Aliquippa Facebook page, Chief Sealock died on Saturday.
  Several area police departments sent out their condolences via Facebook.KDKA is working to learn the cause of Chief Sealock’s death as no other details have yet been made available.
  
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• Monroeville Firefighter Facing Several Charges After Inappropriate Contact With A Minor

  12-04-2020 01:29
  
  MONROEVILLE (KDKA) – For the second time in one week, a Monroeville volunteer firefighter is facing charges for sexually abusing a child.According to a criminal complaint filed Thursday, April 9, 2020, 26-year-old Ryan Costa is being accused of having inappropriate sexual contact with an 11-year-old girl.
  The criminal complaint states Costa has known “Jane Doe” for about a year.The alleged abuse has been happening since the girl was 10-years-old, the complaint stated.The victim
  
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• Inmate At Allegheny County Jail Dies After Being Found Unresponsive

  12-04-2020 00:59
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – An inmate at Allegheny County Jail has died.According to Allegheny County Jail Warden Orlando Harper, a medical emergency was called just after noon on Saturday as an inmate was found unresponsive during mealtime.Officers and medical workers performed CPR until paramedics arrived.They were unsuccessful at saving the inmate.The jail does not believe the death to be suspicious and they also do not believe it is related to coronavirus.The Allegheny County Police will inves
  
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• Grow From Home: Local Company Offering Way For Pittsburghers To Grow Produce At Home

  12-04-2020 00:25
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – In an effort to practice social distancing and stop the spread of coronavirus, many people are limiting their trips to the grocery store.However, a good way to limit trips to the grocery store is to grow your own fruits and veggies at home. It’s also a good way to stay busy while staying at home.Jodi Naschwarzwaelder and David Falconi were looking for a way to grow their own produce and herbs inside their condo.“I thought it was great because you’re en
  
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