Ryan Ging is the Detective Sergeant of the Ohio Township Police Department. On January 23, 2025, I interviewed him on his schooling experience and how he got to where he is today as well as some get-to-know-you questions. Avonews: Where did you go to school? Detective Sergeant Ging: “K-12, I went to Avonworth. I…
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Eagles Smother Mahomes and the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, and a Review of Kendrick Lamar’s Performance
When I turned on the TV to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday night, I expected one of the most hard-fought, down-and-dirty, amazing match-ups of all time. The Philadelphia Eagles, normally a team that I despise, was now the team I really wanted to win. More accurately, I didn’t want the Eagles to win; I…
Water Main Break Closes Grandview For At Least A Week
After a water main break on Grandview this weekend, students had detours and delays to reach the high school on Monday morning. https://www.wpxi.com/news/local/significant-water-main-break-ohio-township-will-take-some-time-fix-police-say/ALUACUIOONBT7MGIJDOADQRW3U/ https://www.wtae.com/article/repairs-underway-after-water-main-break-in-ohio-township/63638833 Ohio Township Police School Resource Officer Chris Simkoviak estimates Grandview will be closed for at least the upcoming week. Starting around noon, more students stopped to view a stream of water…
Temporary Ban on TikTok in the US Lasts Less Then A Weekend
On the night of January 18th, after lots of anticipation, TikTok was banned in the United States. Countless small businesses, public figures, and individual viewers were distraught over losing this beloved app as this icon appeared on their screens. As a replacement, many United States citizens downloaded RedNote, another social media app owned by a…
The Olympic Effect: How 2024 was impacted by the Olympic Games
The summer Olympics takes place once every four years, providing an opportunity for the best athletes to come together from all over the world to compete for a common goal. Not only does the Olympics promote camaraderie among athletes, but also for the spectators. Some people might have already forgotten about the games, because they…
2024 Trends – Brands Get Odd: Who’s Behind the Content
In the present day, it seems that the majority of brands have taken to social media, establishing platforms to expand their brands. These accounts most commonly find success on apps like TikTok or Instagram, especially when they let younger members of the company, specifically those who are Generation Z, take charge of the account. Companies…
Gas Line Repair Issue During Construction Leads to Emergency Evacuation
A sudden fire alarm during Lunch 2 led to an unexpected all school evacuation on a slightly chilly but clear fall afternoon, Wednesday, November 13th. The incident, which some students expected to be a routine drill, quickly turned more serious as emergency services arrived on scene. One day prior, the district informed parents through an…
Avonews Regional Journalism Competition Includes High Profile Media Speaker
Point Park shifted their Fall Media Day into Newsapalooza, a gathering of local and regional professional journalists, while also hosting the 10th annual PSPA Regional Journalism Competition. Avonews staff and advisor Mr. Tuffiash attended keynote sessions before competing. See KDKA coverage of the event, and skip to :40-:42 to see the staff pictured upper right…
Ben Avon Fall Festival 2024 Preview
On September 28, Ben Avon is welcoming the community to a fall festival for an autumnal afternoon filled to the brim with games, coffee, and excitement for the upcoming season. From 10 am to 3 pm, booths will be along Church Avenue, Forest Avenue, and Hilands Avenue with 50+ vendors ranging from arts & crafts,…
Junior Wins Multiple Essay Competitions
Junior Emma Noss added onto her writing accomplishments at Avonworth by finishing in first place for the 2024 PA Scholar Ben Franklin Essay Competition and the Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Essay Competition. Emma earned $6000 from the PA Society for her 750 word essay on a quotation from Ben Franklin. She was recognized for…