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politicseconomics2 years ago

"Sara Innamorato Increases Minimum Wage for Allegheny County Staff as She Takes Office"

Newly inaugurated Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato has raised the minimum wage for county employees, with full-time workers now earning at least $18 an hour, set to increase to $22 by 2027, and part-time workers getting a minimum of $15 an hour. This move, effective immediately, impacts dozens of part-time and fewer than 500 full-time employees. The policy, which does not apply to unionized positions, is part of broader changes including overhauling vacation policy and lifting certain pre-employment requirements. Innamorato's administration aims to improve workforce conditions and competitiveness in the job market.

politics2 years ago

"Sara Innamorato Sworn In as Allegheny County's First Female Executive"

Sara Innamorato was inaugurated as the first woman Allegheny County executive, succeeding Rich Fitzgerald. She emphasized her commitment to progressive policies, including affordable housing, green energy jobs, and equitable economic development. Innamorato plans to tackle immediate challenges such as staffing shortages at the Allegheny County Jail and the region's homeless population, and she aims to attract more federal and state investment to boost the local economy and increase population growth through immigration.

politics2 years ago

"Sara Innamorato Sworn In as Allegheny County's Inaugural Female Executive"

Sara Innamorato has been sworn in as Allegheny County's first female county executive after winning a tight race in the fall elections. At 37, the Pittsburgh native and former Pennsylvania state representative will manage a budget exceeding $3 billion and has pledged to align the county's priorities with those of the community. Concurrently, Corey O'Connor has begun his first full term as Allegheny County controller, having won the November election by a significant margin. Both Innamorato and O'Connor are set to tackle issues such as public safety, homelessness, and affordable housing in their new roles.

local-news2 years ago

"Three Arrested for Murder of Westmoreland Man Amid $440K Debt Dispute"

Allegheny County Police have arrested three men—Jeremy Fisher, Braden Elliott, and William Fortuna—for the murder of 57-year-old George Dayieb of Murrysville. The suspects were involved in a conspiracy to kill Dayieb over a nearly $440,000 debt owed by Fisher for construction equipment. The investigation involved multiple counties and agencies, utilizing cell phone data, video surveillance, and license plate readers. The suspects face charges including homicide, tampering with evidence, and abuse of a corpse, and are being held without bail.

news-crime2 years ago

"Three Suspects Charged, One Sought in Murders Spanning Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties"

Allegheny County police are currently searching for the third suspect involved in the homicide of a 57-year-old man from Murrysville. Two other suspects may have already been apprehended or identified, and the investigation is ongoing to bring the third individual to justice. Details on the circumstances of the killing or the identity of the suspects have not been provided in the text snippet.

local-news2 years ago

"Three Arrested in Connection with Series of Pennsylvania Man Murders"

Allegheny County Police have arrested Jeremy Fisher, William Fortuna, and Braden Elliot for the murder of 57-year-old George Dayieb from Westmoreland County. Dayieb, who had been missing since December 27, was found dead on December 29 inside a trailer in Clarion County with a gunshot wound to the back of the head. The murder was allegedly related to a debt Fisher owed to Dayieb. Security footage captured Dayieb entering Fisher's vehicle, which led to the arrests.