Pa. Firefighter Busted For DUI Spits in Officer’s Face (Officer.com)
A Pittsburgh firefighter accused of stealing a security vehicle from the Rivers Casino today and trying to flee from police has been suspended from his job.
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Pa. Firefighter Busted For DUI Spits in Officer’s Face (Officer.com)
Woman arrested on drug charges in Beechview; son sought
Items seized during a search at a Beechview home. Pittsburgh police yesterday arrested a Beechview woman on drug charges and were searching for her son after executing a search warrant at their home.
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2007 Nfl Betting: Analyzing the Afc East
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS (12-4 SU, 9-6-1 ATS): The Patriots probably were a wide receiver away from the Super Bowl last season so New England added Randy Moss (Oakland), Donte Stallworth (Philadelphia), Kelly Washington (Cincinnati) and Wes Welker (Miami) to Tom Brady’s ample toy chest. The Patriots also acquired TE Kyle Brady (Jacksonville) and RB Sammy Morris (Miami). The addition of LB Adalius Thomas (Baltimore), the gem of the free agent market, and the drafting of safety Brandon Meriweather in the first round, addressed pressing defensive needs. Those moves could be enough for a fourth Super Bowl appearance in seven seasons.
By the Numbers (Regular Season, 1998-2006)
SU: 92-52
ATS: 79-58-7
HF: 28-26-4
HD: 10-3-1
AF: 17-14
AD: 24-14-2
Sportsbook Buster: The visitor in the Patriots-Jets rivalry is 13-3 ATS, the last 16 meetings.
Sports Betting Angle: New England is a solid 24-14-2 ATS as a road underdog, something it will likely be in Indianapolis, Nov. 4.
NEW YORK JETS (10-6 SU, 11-5 ATS): Eric Mangini took a team that was 4-12 the previous year to the playoffs but what can the ambitious young head coach do for an encore? For starters, the Jets must improve a weak pass rush. Other defensive needs were addressed by draft picks Darrelle Revis, a cornerback, and David Harris, a linebacker. Chad Pennington must remain healthy and New York needs to improve a running game that ranked 30th in average gain per rush (3.5) if the offense is to be feared but if all that happens, another wild card is a possibility.
By the Numbers (Regular Season, 1998-2006)
SU: 78-66
ATS: 75-61-8
HF: 24-20-2
HD: 12-12-1
AF: 9-7-1
AD: 29-20-4
Sportsbook Buster: The Jets have lost six straight games ATS versus the Ravens, who they play in Baltimore, Sept. 16.
Sports Betting Angle: New York has covered seven straight games against division rival Miami.
BUFFALO BILLS (7-9 SU, 10-6 ATS): The Bills had three huge holes to fill when RB Willis McGahee, LB London Fletcher and CB Nate Clements departed. Head Coach Dick Jauron feels he addressed two of those needs in the draft with RB Marshawn Lynch (Cal) and LB Paul Posluszny (Penn State). Clements’ spot will be filled from within. The schedule—-with no losing teams in the first eight games-—will test the revamped Bills early. Buffalo would like J.P. Losman to hand off as much as he throws, especially behind a huge offensive line. That said, improving on last year’s 7-9 record will be no easy task.
By the Numbers (Regular Season, 1998-2006)
SU: 67-77
ATS: 72-67-5
HF: 24-21-1
HD: 10-13-1
AF: 8-7-1
AD: 28-26-2
Sportsbook Buster: The Bills are an amazing 13-1 ATS the week after playing the Patriots.
Sports Betting Angle: Buffalo has lost seven straight games ATS versus Pittsburgh (Sept. 16).
MIAMI DOLPHINS (6-10 SU, 6-10 ATS): New Head Coach Cam Cameron did a fine job with the San Diego offense but there’s less talent in Miami, where Trent Green (Kansas City) will be the new starter at quarterback and Ronnie Brown will be handed the ball. The offensive line must be reworked but the defense is solid, if aging. NFL Defensive Player of the Year Jason Taylor will be joined by Joey Porter in a 3-4 alignment that brings pressure on opposing QBs. Generally, teams need a year to adjust to a new system so it wouldn’t be a surprise if Miami struggled in its first season under Cameron.
By the Numbers (Regular Season, 1998-2006)
SU: 79-75
ATS: 71-70-3
HF: 28-29-1
HD: 7-7
AF: 13-9
AD: 24-23-2
Sportsbook Buster: The Dolphins have covered nine of their last 10 games as an underdog of six or more points.
Sports Betting Angle: Miami is only 6-26 as a favorite in its last two games of the season.
Legend:
SU = Straight Up
ATS = Against the Spread
HF = Home Favorite
HD = Home Underdog
AF = Away Favorite
AD = Away Underdog
First of an eight-part NFL betting preview series
Next: Analyzing the AFC North
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Munhall, Pa: Who Can Tell Me About Neighborhoods?
My wife and I would like to move within a few miles of downtown Pittsburgh. Every so often, I’ll go to Pittsburgh for house hunting. It’s a day’s drive and I can only stay a couple days at a time. Flying or driving, the total cost to me is not far from a thousand bucks each time. I have a realtor, but for a whole lot of reasons there is only so much she can say when I ask her about neigborhoods. I’m interested in looking at some places that are on East 9th St near St. Maximillian Kolbe Catholic Church. From aerial shots and photos I’ve seen, the area right around the church looks pretty nice, but I’m not so sure about the surrounding area, especially what I think is a little further east. Anyone familar with the area that can tell me a little about the street and immediate neighborhood? I’d be really appreciative. Thanks!
W. Pa. man buys home at tax sale, finds it razed (FOX 6 News Birmingham)
CANONSBURG, Pa. (AP) – A southwestern Pennsylvania man received a Christmas Eve lesson in the old adage, “Let the buyer beware.” Billy Joe Sanders, of Pittsburgh, said he bought a home in Canonsburg during a Washington County tax sale in August.
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USF women vs. Saint Francis (Pa.) basketball preview (St. Petersburg Times)
. todayUSF women vs. Saint Francis (Pa.)When/where: 2, Sun Dome, Tampa.Radio: 1010-AM.Records: USF 8-4, St. Francis 2-6.Notable: USF has struggled at home, with losses to Florida AM, East Carolina and Tulane. The Red Flash’s record won’t scare anyone, but they lost at Pittsburgh by a 75-70 score, so the Bulls need to take the game seriously, if only as the final tuneup before they open Big East …
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Pa. Supreme Court backs Pittsburgh custodial ruling (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
The state Supreme Court upheld two lower court rulings that tossed out a Pittsburgh ordinance designed to protect custodial workers from sudden layoffs when large building operators switch cleaning, maintenance or security agencies.
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Pittsburgh Cops Chase Drunk Firefighter In Swiped Casino Car
An off-duty city firefighter pleaded to be let go and then spit at one of the police officers who arrested him after an alleged drunken chase in a car stolen from the Rivers Casino, according to Pittsburgh police.
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Loaded Oil Tanker Nearly Splits In East Pittsburgh Crash (WTAE-TV Pittsburgh)
An Allegheny Petroleum tanker truck loaded with about 8,000 gallons of motor oil crashed and nearly split in half in East Pittsburgh.
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Jan 11, 2010: Chris Trapper at Thunderbird Cafe
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