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Former Bethel Park police lieutenant sentenced for transporting woman into country

A former Bethel Park police lieutenant was sentenced in federal court Thursday after he pleaded guilty to illegally transporting a Venezuelan woman into the country. According to the Department of Justice, Blake Thomas Babin, 60, was sentenced to three years of probation, a $2,000 fine and 50 hours of community service. Between Oct. 20 and Dec. 30, 2022, Babin provided the 18-year-old, who was living in Colombia, with money so she could cross the U.S.-Mexico border. Babin picked her up near El Paso, Texas, and brought her back to the Pittsburgh area. Babin was in Colombia when he met the woman, who was working as a prostitute, court documents state. The investigation turned up text ...

‘Eclipseapalooza’: Solar eclipse will have people looking skyward, traveling in April

By Brad Hundt Staff writer bhundt@observer-reporter.com Thousands of years ago, eclipses were something to fear. Before astronomy was born and eclipses were fully understood, it was believed that when the sky would unexpectedly grow dark during the day, it was because the gods were enraged, the sun had been devoured by dragons, demons or wolves or it was a harbinger of death and destruction. In the 21st century, eclipses are not an occasion to sprint for the hills or sacrifice a goat. Instead, for many, they’re an occasion to scramble for hotel reservations. On April 8, the routine of a Monday afternoon is going to be interrupted for millions of people across North America ...

Coen Markets opens new store in Bethel Park

Kyla Ross from Bethel Park could not contain her enthusiasm. She was more than thrilled to attend the grand opening of the Coen Markets convenience store and gas station at 5281 Library Road. “I’m excited,” said Ross, who lives less than a mile away from the busy intersection. “For the ...

South Park animal rescue damaged in fire

Several animals were killed Feb. 26 when a fire broke out at an animal rescue in South Park. According to a post on the Allegheny County Police Facebook page, emergency crews were called to Fairgrounds Building 10 shortly before 4 p.m. The building is rented by Nate’s Reptile ...

Spring is here: Area high schools prepare to dazzle communities with musicals

Spring is approaching, and that means local high school students are learning lyrics and rehearsing choreography for their seasonal musicals. Districts through the South Hills are hard at work to put on the best shows they can for their communities. Below are details: Peters Township High ...

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South Fayette savoring time together on the diamond

Time is fleeting. Ken Morgan knows this. That is why the South Fayette baseball coach is relishing the 37 days from when the Lions open section play on April 2 at Peters Township until the regular season ends with an exhibition contest at Moon on May 9. “The seasons go fast and these guys' ...

Slow but steady is Lebo’s pace

Mt. Lebanon notoriously is a slow starter in baseball. In fact, the Blue Devils started 0-8 in the past two years only to recover to claim back-to-back district championships. In 2024, the Blue Devils are off to a so-so start. Lebo edged arch rival Upper St. Clair, 4-3, but dropped a 10-3 ...

Bethel Park expects success on the diamond despite new look

Novelty surrounds the Bethel Park varsity baseball team this season. The Black Hawks return only one hitter in shortstop Ryan Petras (.427 with 19 stolen bases) and one pitcher who started the majority of last season. So while there are question marks, there is plenty of excitement this ...

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South Fayette savoring time together on the diamond

Time is fleeting. Ken Morgan knows this. That is why the South Fayette baseball coach is relishing the 37 days from when the Lions open section play on April 2 at Peters Township until the regular season ends with an exhibition contest at Moon on May 9. “The seasons go fast and these guys' ...

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What’s Happening – Week of March 24

VET REC The Bethel Park baseball team will honor military veterans March 27 before its game against Shaler at Purkey Field. Veterans should arrive by 3:30 p.m. The recognition ceremony starts at 3:45 and the first pitch will be thrown at 4:15. To participate, veterans should email ...

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