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Evoking slain son, Kelly defends Trump on condolence calls

Evoking slain son, Kelly defends Trump on condolence calls

20 October 2017, 11:57 am

Senate GOP backs budget, clears way for tax overhaul

Senate GOP backs budget, clears way for tax overhaul

20 October 2017, 11:51 am

Mercer County DA faces 17 criminal charges

Mercer County DA faces 17 criminal charges

20 October 2017, 11:26 am

Coach Dismissed After Allegedly Commanding Players To Taunt Opponent For Having 2 Moms

Coach Dismissed After Allegedly Commanding Players To Taunt Opponent For Having 2 Moms

20 October 2017, 11:17 am

‘Florida Project’ explores a child’s dystopic Disneyland

‘Florida Project’ explores a child’s dystopic Disneyland

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

Man Accused Of Choking Woman Over Changed iPad Passcode

Man Accused Of Choking Woman Over Changed iPad Passcode

20 October 2017, 10:58 am

Residents facing displacement from HUD-subsidized homes confront tough choice

Residents facing displacement from HUD-subsidized homes confront tough choice

20 October 2017, 10:47 pm

Puerto Rico still stumbles in the dark a month after Hurricane Maria

Puerto Rico still stumbles in the dark a month after Hurricane Maria

20 October 2017, 10:45 am

Power-play has provided steady heartbeat for Penguins

Power-play has provided steady heartbeat for Penguins

20 October 2017, 10:43 pm

Penn Hills man arrested in assault of South Side gyros shop owner

Penn Hills man arrested in assault of South Side gyros shop owner

20 October 2017, 10:40 am

New Device Restoring Quality Of Life To Heart Valve Patients

New Device Restoring Quality Of Life To Heart Valve Patients

20 October 2017, 10:04 pm

Florist Robbed While Helping Veterans, Surveillance Footage Of Suspect Released

Florist Robbed While Helping Veterans, Surveillance Footage Of Suspect Released

20 October 2017, 10:03 pm

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On back roads of Appalachia’s coal country, mental health services are as rare as jobs

On back roads of Appalachia’s coal country, mental health services are as rare as jobs

20 October 2017, 11:30 am

Penn-Trafford junior Natalie Wilson made a connection in more ways than one Friday when she and two schoolmates rigged a power source to a fan and two light bulbs, creating a parallel circuit with a uniform voltage.
The electrical challenge they solved at Westmoreland County Community College’s Advanced Technology Center gave Wilson another perspective on the circuits that are a basic element in the robotics she’s studying at her high school.
“We’re working with these circuits, and that’s something with robotics and electrical engineering, too,” she said. “I haven’t really gotten a lot of chances to work with circuits before, so it was cool to do this and see how the wiring affects everything.”
Wilson was one of about 160 female students in grades 8-12 from 18 area high schools and two technology centers who participated in the college’s fourth annual Women in Manufacturing event. The half-day program, held during national Manufacturing Month, exposed the students to manufacturing skills and careers they may want to explore.
“Women a lot of times don’t have the opportunities to know about jobs and careers in the manufacturing industry,” said Mary Catherine Motchar, a member of the college’s Education Foundation and coordinator of Friday’s program. “Our goal is to let girls know of the opportunities available to them beside what they normally find out from guidance counselors. We’re trying to open their minds.”
Manufacturing jobs provide family-sustaining wages, and demand is up for skilled workers in the field, according to Motchar.
“With Baby Boomers retiring, a lot of manufacturers are having trouble finding employees,” she said, noting welders particularly are in demand. “Women make the best welders because they have different dexterity and hand-eye coordination.”
Jessica Rancourt of Latrobe, who will complete her WCCC studies in computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing in May, advised the visiting high school students to augment a manufacturing degree with certifications in operating various machines, She said employers put a high value on “a lot of the different technology you can work with.”
The students were able to sample 10 skill stations, including soldering, computer-controlled machining and virtual welding. They used a plasma cutter to craft a pumpkin-shaped metal decoration and a polisher to finish it.
“I’d like to program robots,” said Riley Mance, a ninth-grader at Yough School District who practiced picking up small parts with robotic arms. “We learned how to move the arms around to complete different tasks,” she said.
The students also used 3-D printing technology to complete facial scans and to create a small test block.
“You can take scans of people’s bodies and make a custom cast or braces that would enable better healing,” WCCC adjunct instructor Max Inks told the group.
He was assisted by Olivia Genarro, a Hempfield Area alumna is completing her WCCC associate degree in mechanical engineering and engineering technology. She plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a career in the aerospace and defense contracting industry.
“Definitely, 3-D printing has applications there,” she said.
The Advanced Technology Center near New Stanton planned a similar Friday evening program to introduce local women to manufacturing careers.
Jeff Himler is a Tribune-Review staff writer. Reach him at 724-836-6622, jhimler@tribweb.com or via Twitter @jhimler_news.

Penn-Trafford junior Natalie Wilson made a connection in more ways than one Friday when she and two schoolmates rigged a power source to a fan and two light bulbs, creating a parallel circuit with a uniform voltage. The electrical challenge they solved at Westmoreland County Community College’s Advanced Technology Center gave Wilson another perspective on the circuits that are a basic element in the robotics she’s studying at her high school. “We’re working with these circuits, and that’s something with robotics and electrical engineering, too,” she said. “I haven’t really gotten a lot of chances to work with circuits before, so it was cool to do this and see how the wiring affects everything.” Wilson was one of about 160 female students in grades 8-12 from 18 area high schools and two technology centers who participated in the college’s fourth annual Women in Manufacturing event. The half-day program, held during national Manufacturing Month, exposed the students to manufacturing skills and careers they may want to explore. “Women a lot of times don’t have the opportunities to know about jobs and careers in the manufacturing industry,” said Mary Catherine Motchar, a member of the college’s Education Foundation and coordinator of Friday’s program. “Our goal is to let girls know of the opportunities available to them beside what they normally find out from guidance counselors. We’re trying to open their minds.” Manufacturing jobs provide family-sustaining wages, and demand is up for skilled workers in the field, according to Motchar. “With Baby Boomers retiring, a lot of manufacturers are having trouble finding employees,” she said, noting welders particularly are in demand. “Women make the best welders because they have different dexterity and hand-eye coordination.” Jessica Rancourt of Latrobe, who will complete her WCCC studies in computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing in May, advised the visiting high school students to augment a manufacturing degree with certifications in operating various machines, She said employers put a high value on “a lot of the different technology you can work with.” The students were able to sample 10 skill stations, including soldering, computer-controlled machining and virtual welding. They used a plasma cutter to craft a pumpkin-shaped metal decoration and a polisher to finish it. “I’d like to program robots,” said Riley Mance, a ninth-grader at Yough School District who practiced picking up small parts with robotic arms. “We learned how to move the arms around to complete different tasks,” she said. The students also used 3-D printing technology to complete facial scans and to create a small test block. “You can take scans of people’s bodies and make a custom cast or braces that would enable better healing,” WCCC adjunct instructor Max Inks told the group. He was assisted by Olivia Genarro, a Hempfield Area alumna is completing her WCCC associate degree in mechanical engineering and engineering technology. She plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a career in the aerospace and defense contracting industry. “Definitely, 3-D printing has applications there,” she said. The Advanced Technology Center near New Stanton planned a similar Friday evening program to introduce local women to manufacturing careers. Jeff Himler is a Tribune-Review staff writer. Reach him at 724-836-6622, jhimler@tribweb.com or via Twitter @jhimler_news.

20 October 2017, 11:00 pm

Fox Chapel’s Nord, James defend WPIAL doubles title

Fox Chapel’s Nord, James defend WPIAL doubles title

20 October 2017, 10:48 pm

Kurt Angle’s wrestling return reportedly tied to WWE illnesses

Kurt Angle’s wrestling return reportedly tied to WWE illnesses

20 October 2017, 10:48 pm

Furious cellists and their global popularity

Furious cellists and their global popularity

20 October 2017, 10:30 am

Toddler left alone in car outside Homewood bar

Toddler left alone in car outside Homewood bar

20 October 2017, 10:24 am

Time set for Greensburg Trick-or-Treat, Halloween Parade

Time set for Greensburg Trick-or-Treat, Halloween Parade

20 October 2017, 10:21 pm

Penn Hills man charged with punching S. Side gyro shop owner

Penn Hills man charged with punching S. Side gyro shop owner

20 October 2017, 10:09 am

Motorcyclist injured in Route 31 crash in Mt. Pleasant Twp.

Motorcyclist injured in Route 31 crash in Mt. Pleasant Twp.

20 October 2017, 9:36 pm

Thomas Jefferson girls look forward to WPIAL playoffs

Thomas Jefferson girls look forward to WPIAL playoffs

20 October 2017, 9:18 pm

A final na zdrowie! to the Bloomfield Bridge Tavern

A final na zdrowie! to the Bloomfield Bridge Tavern

20 October 2017, 9:06 pm

Gov. Wolf won’t disclose incentives offered to Amazon in Pittsburgh, Philly bids

Gov. Wolf won’t disclose incentives offered to Amazon in Pittsburgh, Philly bids

20 October 2017, 9:03 pm

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Sen. Tim Scott: Understand why football players use the national anthem to protest

Sen. Tim Scott: Understand why football players use the national anthem to protest

20 October 2017, 11:45 am

Fort Cherry riding the 'Ryhan Express'

Fort Cherry riding the 'Ryhan Express'

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Thomas Jefferson uses young, fresh approach in girls soccer

Thomas Jefferson uses young, fresh approach in girls soccer

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

North Allegheny, Peters Township cruising along

North Allegheny, Peters Township cruising along

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

Central Valley's decision could impact volleyball seeding

Central Valley's decision could impact volleyball seeding

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

Mike White's Xtra Points: Making a college team of ex-Western Pa. players

Mike White's Xtra Points: Making a college team of ex-Western Pa. players

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

North Allegheny ready to tame Heritage Hills Golf Resort

North Allegheny ready to tame Heritage Hills Golf Resort

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

Fox Chapel heading toward cross country finish line

Fox Chapel heading toward cross country finish line

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

Teams face tough decisions for PIAA golf tournament

Teams face tough decisions for PIAA golf tournament

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

New Castle's Marcus Hooker shifting from running back to quarterback

New Castle's Marcus Hooker shifting from running back to quarterback

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

Greensburg Salem runners saving their best for last

Greensburg Salem runners saving their best for last

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

Tennis teams trying to gear up for another title run

Tennis teams trying to gear up for another title run

20 October 2017, 11:00 am

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KFC Is Only Following 11 People On Twitter For A Totally Genius Reason

KFC Is Only Following 11 People On Twitter For A Totally Genius Reason

20 October 2017, 11:57 am

Amber Tamblyn Says She Believes Woman Who Accused Husband David Cross Of Racist Remarks

Amber Tamblyn Says She Believes Woman Who Accused Husband David Cross Of Racist Remarks

20 October 2017, 11:48 am

Fox News forced to retract video showing 'retired Navy SEAL' veteran

Fox News forced to retract video showing 'retired Navy SEAL' veteran

20 October 2017, 11:42 am

How China Could Crush the U.S. Air Force in a Dog Fight

How China Could Crush the U.S. Air Force in a Dog Fight

20 October 2017, 11:34 am

'Drunk' driver kills mother-of-six who was on way home from hospital

'Drunk' driver kills mother-of-six who was on way home from hospital

20 October 2017, 10:30 am

Trump Rips 'Wacky' Congresswoman For Criticizing His Phone Call To Combat Widow

Trump Rips 'Wacky' Congresswoman For Criticizing His Phone Call To Combat Widow

20 October 2017, 10:23 am

Teenager stabs younger siblings to death 'so he could be alone in the house', say police

Teenager stabs younger siblings to death 'so he could be alone in the house', say police

20 October 2017, 9:52 am

Public Enemy's Chuck D: Donald Trump Is 'The Epitome Of A White Supremacist'

Public Enemy's Chuck D: Donald Trump Is 'The Epitome Of A White Supremacist'

20 October 2017, 9:27 am

Ex-Nazi death camp guard, 96, charged with complicity

Ex-Nazi death camp guard, 96, charged with complicity

20 October 2017, 9:02 am

A liberal is a conservative whose house just flooded

A liberal is a conservative whose house just flooded

20 October 2017, 9:00 am

3 White Extremists Charged With Attempted Homicide Following Richard Spencer Speech

3 White Extremists Charged With Attempted Homicide Following Richard Spencer Speech

20 October 2017, 8:59 pm

Iranian military chief visits frontline near Aleppo

Iranian military chief visits frontline near Aleppo

20 October 2017, 8:42 am

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