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Pittsburgh
Pirates debut bronze display with messages from discarded Bucco Bricks
Immigrant rights group plans 8-day walk from Pittsburgh to ICE facility in Clearfield County
Take a look at what’s new at PNC Park ahead of the Pirates home opener
South Oakland man fled stolen car in collision that injured Uber driver on Route 28, police say
Pittsburgh council approves O’Connor’s picks to head city departments
Pittsburgh officials again tackle possible changes to 2026 budget
Pittsburgh’s new police chief, public safety director to emphasize mental health, leadership training
Fat Head’s Saloon on South Side closing after 34 years
Severe thunderstorms could hit Pittsburgh region as temperatures remain warm
Pedestrian struck in Oakland crash-prone corridor near UPMC hospitals
Allegheny
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
‘Bad behavior’ prompts Etna officials to close playground early
Fire department service agreement generates debate in Monroeville
Section of Mt. Royal Boulevard reopens in Shaler after woman hit by vehicle
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Woodland Hills to hold April board meetings online after ‘disruptive behavior’ at in-person meetings
Employee of McCandless senior living facility accused of raping co-worker
Ross man who bought over 200 handguns is accused of firearms trafficking
Northbound Route 28 ramp to Route 8 North scheduled for overnight closure
1 dead in Wilkinsburg apartment fire
Westmoreland
Penn Township man remains jailed as defense claims horseplay in injury case
Protecting your home this spring: Why choosing the right roofing partner matters
Hempfield Area School Board approves bids for long-awaited renovation at $119 millionVideo
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Mt. Pleasant house party shooting suspects denied bail reduction
IUP, Franklin Regional to assess video game English curriculum to improve students’ decision-making skills
Hempfield man charged with DUI in fiery wrong-way crash on Interstate 70
2 more charged in connection with 2025 Monessen shooting
Greensburg fire company 8 names firefighter of the year
After the flames: Financial, personal hurdles challenge owners reopening a local eatery
Valley News Dispatch
Last call for doughnuts as New Kensington franchise closes doors
Leechburg natives, locals work to find town’s modern identity
A-K Valley schools get part of $3 million from state for free hygiene products
New turf coming to Highlands Golden Rams Stadium
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2 New Kensington families healing and accepting community aid after house fire
Donut Connection in New Kensington to close
Plum teen’s flawless NCAA bracket journey concludes after 48 correct picks
Digital gold rush: With data center boom heading to Western Pa., Virginia offers roadmap — and warnings
The Stroller, March 31, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Regional
NFL Draft stage rises on Pittsburgh’s North Shore
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
Severe thunderstorms could hit Pittsburgh region as temperatures remain warm
Philadelphia man sentenced for death threats of political worker
Digital gold rush: With data center boom heading to Western Pa., Virginia offers roadmap — and warnings
‘Letters from Jumonville: The Pennsylvania Soldiers’ Orphans Schools’Video
Nasty job becomes a nice social-media opportunity for Monroeville manVideo
With data center boom heading to Western Pa., Virginia offers roadmap — and warnings
Peoples Gas proposes raising average monthly bill by $16
Multibillion-dollar Nvidia deal brings quiet Saxonburg-based manufacturer Coherent into the spotlight
Bethel Park Journal
In brief: South Hills Chorale performances, spring artist market and more in Bethel Park
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of March 22, 2026
Led by double gold from Jackson Edwards, Bethel Park boys shine at WPIAL swim meet
New wave of players out to uphold Bethel Park baseball tradition
Bethel Park girls ‘swam their hearts out’ at successful WPIAL meet
Provincial Bethel Park goes Irish for St. Patrick’s Day
YMCA, St. Clair Health team up for Healthy Kids Day in Bethel Park
Bethel Park man dies in crash in South Park
Bethel Park teacher continues deep delve into Holocaust education
Bethel Park rallies to support women, girls in sports
Bridgeville Signal Item
Federal judge to decide if Collier must amend zoning to allow church project
Solar project at Carlynton high school will power most of building
Carlynton to begin automated bus safety enforcement
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of March 23, 2026 and beyond
Chartiers Valley grad bringing structure, fun as new lacrosse coach
New coach looking to bring stability to the Chartiers Valley baseball program
Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of March 22, 2026
Seniors provide spark as South Fayette repeats as PIAA Class 5A champions
2026 PIAA Class 5A girls basketball championship breakdown: South Fayette vs. Archbishop Wood
South Fayette starts strong, never slows down in win over Peters Township to return to state title game
Fox Chapel Herald
In game vs. Riverhounds, Fox Chapel senior shows poise beyond years
Fox Chapel notebook: Girls soccer coach Carlo Prati headed to Shaler; Michael O’Brien joins PSADA
Fox Chapel flag football gets off on right foot with win in 1st game
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of March 29, 2026
At the library: Here are some upcoming events at Cooper-Siegel and Sharpsburg community libraries
Indiana Township first responders thanked for lifesaving efforts during cardiac arrest incident
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
SAVES’ Good Friday fish fry a community tradition, lifeline for volunteer fire department
Discarded and forgotten objects serve as inspiration for art exhibit at Sharpsburg library
Green a lucky color for Howard Hanna Realtor
Monroeville Times Express
Nasty job becomes a nice social-media opportunity for Monroeville manVideo
Gateway School Board moves forward on major roof project, prepares for upcoming events
Allegheny County reverses course on property tax exemption for Monroeville Convention Center
Head Turners Pittsburgh car show and egg hunt announces change of venue
Love of family, art, travel bonds teachers, whose works are on display at Monroeville library
Gateway School Board hears from counselors and students, discusses roof repairs at Steward
New Steelers safety, Gateway product Jaquan Brisker on Pittsburgh: ‘They say it’s amazing. I always knew that.’
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Pitcairn man arrested in Parkway East DUI crash that killed his passenger
Monroeville area: Career fair presenters sought, a cappella group, high school musical, Cottontail visiting park and more
Murrysville Star
Murrysville to equip officers with bicycles for better access in trails, parksVideo
Nonprofit will host annual inclusive open-mic night at Franklin Regional in Murrysville
Murrysville area: Wind ensemble performance, woman’s club spring event, more
Franklin Regional shakes off early deficit, rolls past Penn Hills in section opener
Murrysville council focuses on specifics of stormwater-fee credit program
Franklin Regional notebook: Wrestling team celebrates big season
Franklin Regional teen’s suicide leaves family seeking answers and raising awareness
Murrysville burglary suspects charged with additional attempt in Penn TownshipVideo
Man charged in Salem road rage crash pleads guilty
Murrysville area: Delmont tax payments, bingo benefit, veterans’ luncheon, more
North Journal
Music scholarship honors life, legacy of North Hills graduate, former school board member
West View awards contracts for paving, demolitions for new municipal complex
North Hills alum creates trade school scholarship to encourage graduates to continue their educations
Ross resident honored for 30 years of service to Animal Friends with Lifetime Achievement Award
In brief: Happenings across the North Hills Journal area
Owner of 3 Shop ’n Save locations planning to close 1 in Ross
Meadows Original Frozen Custard aims for summer opening in Ross Township
Ross commissioners enact restrictions on vape shops, introduce regulations on massage therapy
Petition argues Republican state House candidate in North Hills is ineligible to run
North Hills softball looks to keep strong tradition rolling
Norwin Star
Norwin track teams out to defend WPIAL team titles
Norwin notebook: Knights baseball team prepares for section play
Nude woman arrested after assaulting customers in White Oak Giant Eagle, police say
Youth football teams leave former organization to form Western Pa. Football League
Norwin area: Spring fix-up, softball sign-ups, art scholarship, more
Former Norwin standout Carter Breen, 25, takes over boys soccer program
Norwin softball ready to challenge Hempfield again
Norwin notebook: Baseball grad steals show at Seton Hill
Norwin’s Landon Sidun leads 2026 TribLive Westmoreland County boys wrestling all-stars
Norwin area: Race for Grace, veterans’ lunch, cupcake decorating class, more
Penn Hills Progress
Penn Hills mother now charged with homicide in death of 3-year-old son
Verona shooting was targeted, police say
Ministry in motion: Penn Hills church helps others through clothing outreach, handmade goods
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Verona Council appoints new full-time borough manager
Penn Hills woman charged after 3-year-old son with multiple fractures dies at hospital, police say
Penn Hills business owner, police support awareness, education surrounding naloxone
Here are some upcoming events at Penn Hills Library
In brief: Happenings throughout the Penn Hills area
Penn Hills sports notebook: Carter Bonner transfers to prep powerhouse
Penn-Trafford Star
Trafford man accused in stabbing
Penn-Trafford High School to perform ‘Mamma Mia’
Penn Middle slated to perform ‘Frozen Jr.’
Penn-Trafford area: Living wax museum, chicken barbecue, painting classes, more
Penn-Trafford reverses fortune, tops Latrobe
Penn-Trafford hockey finishes memorable season as state’s best Class 2A team
Penn-Trafford wins 1st state hockey title, Seneca Valley, Quaker Valley complete PIHL sweep
Penn-Trafford hockey team gets championship send-off from classmates, familyVideo
Murrysville burglary suspects charged with additional attempt in Penn TownshipVideo
Penn township, borough to gather residents’ feedback on potential merger
Plum Advance Leader
Alle-Kiski Valley athletes of the week: Plum’s Tamia West, Highlands’ Jah’mar Wright
Plum boy has perfect women’s March Madness bracket, the only person in ESPN’s nationwide contest
Owner of Plum’s Lelulo’s Pizza wins $25K grant for contributions to community
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Plum’s Carly Venanzi, Valley’s Dom Dunkel
Experience pays off as Plum’s Owen Proskin wins pentathlon at Nike Indoor Nationals
World War II veteran and longtime Alle-Kiski Valley resident had zest for life
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Neighbors shocked, relieved by charges against man accused of intentionally blowing up Plum home
Fire destroys Plum homeVideo
Plum Council passes resolution not to cooperate with ICE in split vote
Sewickley Herald
Quaker Valley’s Mimi Thiero tabbed 2026 Trib HSSN Girls Basketball Player of the YearVideo
Sewickley Academy boys basketball notebook: Laser focus pays off for Panthers
With young roster, Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse looks to build throughout season
Quaker Valley boys tennis out for redemption after early exit last season
Quaker Valley ‘peaked at the right time’ en route to claiming Penguins Cup, state titles
Under new coach, excitement builds for Quaker Valley boys lacrosse
Boosters bring added fun to Quaker Valley baseball home games
Quaker Valley baseball opens season on winning note
Holy week events, egg hunts and more at Sewickley area churches
Quaker Valley Recreation Association proposed lights be installed at Bell Acres field
Shaler Journal
Section of Mt. Royal Boulevard reopens in Shaler after woman hit by vehicle
Northbound Route 28 ramp to Route 8 North scheduled for overnight closure
Millvale man faces federal child sex abuse charges
Washington County contractor accused of fraud in South Fayette now facing charges in Millvale
Debt restructuring plan balances Shaler Area 2026-27 budget without property tax increase
Q&A: Greg Brown living out his dream as Pirates play-by-play announcer
‘Any small amount adds up’: Shaler Area’s National Honor Society raises $3,300 for Pennies for Patients
Shaler Area 1 of 6 schools in nation selected for Japanese Language Education Assistant Program
Shaler Area Sustainability Club makes impact with upcycling efforts, community projects
At the library: Here are some upcoming events at the Glenshaw, Millvale and Shaler North Hills facilities
South Hills Record
South Hills student achievements for the week of March 24, 2026
Baldwin Whitehall School District inducts new Hall of Fame class
Brentwood baseball eyes improvement under 1st-year coach
Thomas Jefferson sophomores Zoie DeCostro, Madden Stanek value international softball trip
Thomas Jefferson looks to take next step in 2nd flag football season
Thomas Jefferson gymnastics celebrates WPIAL, state titles
South Hills Record notebook: Brentwood swimmer rewrites record book
Quartet of returning senior captains set to lead Baldwin softball
Baldwin girls savor breakthrough season
South Hills real estate transactions for the week of March 22, 2026