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Local firefighter Matt Klein was headed to Home Depot for supplies when he found five ducklings trapped in a storm drain in North Fayette Township; his department flushed out the last duckling (30 feet down) to reunite them with their mother.

The borough held its first Springdale Community Celebration Friday and Saturday at Veterans Memorial Field to honor the nation’s 250th anniversary and its 120th anniversary, featuring vendors, food, beer, bands and a planned fireworks display Saturday night (a joint effort by council, police and firefighters).

A local folk festival celebrated the city’s melting pot heritage at Our Lady of Victory Maronite Church Saturday (Aug.

1) as local musicians performed on a bamboo flute and keyboard accordion to showcase diverse cultural traditions.

The Steelers announced that Kevin Colbert, Craig Wolfley and J.T.

Thomas will join the team’s Hall of Honor class for 2026. Colbert, who spent over two decades building rosters, is moving to an advisory role while Wolfley and Thomas are honored for key on-field contributions.

The Steelers announced their 2026 Hall of Honor class on Saturday including the late Craig Wolfley (a former offensive lineman and broadcaster) and defensive back J.T.

Thomas, marking a tribute to local football legends.

The Pirates' star Ryan O'Hearn is expected to miss 6-8 weeks after suffering an injury just before Saturday's game in Cincinnati, leaving the team to adjust its lineup.

The Pittsburgh Penguins signed forward Tommy Novak to a new 3-year contract on Aug.

1. The deal secures Novak with the team for the coming seasons as management aims to lock in key talent.

Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson said he uses a rookie kickoff error to fuel his training (he was practicing at St. Vincent College) and to improve his game after a tough Week 2 loss.

The third-round draft pick is focused on learning from the mistake as he prepares for the season.

The Pirates ended a four-game losing streak with a 4-1 win over the Reds on Saturday night.

Pitcher Braxton Ashcraft led early efforts while a rain delay paused the game before relief helped secure the win.

After a workout Friday, the Steelers signed former Jaguars safety Rayshawn Jenkins to boost safety depth; he played 17 games with the Browns in 2025 and has over 560 career tackles.

At Steelers camp, Pat Freiermuth caught a touchdown pass in the two-minute drill during practice as coach Mike McCarthy works to spark a resurgent season.

Observers note a growing connection with Aaron Rodgers that could boost the team’s offense in upcoming games.

Steelers rookie Daylen Everette impressed coaches today at training camp as he matched up with veteran DK Metcalf — showing strong coachability and grit.

The Norfolk native and former Georgia starter continues to challenge the team’s cornerback depth ahead of the season.

JGBG & Terpene Station Tribute

8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20.17 — Celebrate the music and memory of Jerry Garcia with high-octane bluegrass and Grateful Dead tributes.