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Pittsburgh
4,000 Band-Aids, 1,400 water bottles, 1 mobile clinic: Allegheny Health Network prepares for NFL Draft
Weeklong march for immigrant rights ends with relief, calls for closure of Moshannon centerVideo
Port Authority Police investigating rowdy bus fight among juveniles
Jury acquits man in daylight shooting of teen in Downtown Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh pediatrician’s psychological thriller ‘Basic Psych’ to debut on Amazon, AppleTVVideo
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
New map details features for NFL Draft on North Shore, Point State Park
Seton Hill, Point Park, CCAC to bolster initiatives to help parents earn degrees
Colleges attract nontraditional students given upcoming enrollment cliffVideo
Morning Roundup: Pittsburgh police detective attacked by dog; fire in Baldwin
Allegheny
German educators begin weeklong tour of Pa. public schools at North Hills High School
Sewickley man detained by ICE for weeks expected to return home within next few days
Penn Hills police unveil new design for patrol vehicles
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Man who sold fatal fentanyl to North Fayette teen pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter
World’s largest rubber duck arrives ahead of NFL Draft
Program between Chatham, West Allegheny to give students immersive reality college credits
Man fatally stabbed in North Braddock
3 firefighters and resident injured in Glassport blaze
Man rescued from hillside near Emsworth Lock and Dam
Westmoreland
Motorcyclist killed in Uniontown crash
Love of music celebrated at 20th annual Three Rivers Community Band FestivalVideo
Crews begin clearing former Ligonier Beach property, volunteers set to do more work Saturday
Seton Hill, Point Park, CCAC to bolster initiatives to help parents earn degrees
Franklin Regional student team raises more than $157K for blood cancer researchVideo
Greensburg Diocese Bishop Kulick says peace doesn’t have to be political
Westmoreland seeks to fill summer jobs at county parks
Hot Wheels customization goes from hobby to full-time job for military vet
Westmoreland happenings: Symphony fundraiser, spaghetti dinners, job fair, more
Human papillomavirus-related throat cancer skyrocketing in men over 50
Valley News Dispatch
Building the Valley: Owner of Springdale restaurant builds bonds on ‘Calabrian Girl Tours’
Paws Across Pittsburgh installs blessing box for struggling pet ownersVideo
81-year-old Verona man charged with arson
Vandergrift fire departments temporarily halt service after lapse in workers’ comp coverage
Tri-City daytime volunteer fire crew clears more hurdles toward completion
Future of Oakmont’s brick boulevard under debate as repairs loom
Washington Township hires new police officer, gets his police dog as part of the deal
The Stroller, April 13, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Macy’s at Pittsburgh Mills announces closing date
Pittsburgh Brewing hosts ‘Shake Yinz Booties’ fundraiser
Regional
Weeklong march for immigrant rights ends with relief, calls for closure of Moshannon centerVideo
Pittsburgh region flirting with record highs, lows later this week
Colleges attract nontraditional students given upcoming enrollment cliffVideo
Western Pennsylvania CSAs bring produce to your table
Morning Roundup: Police seeking man for indecent exposure; gun flashed at PPS student
Undeterred by past setbacks, perennial political candidates set sights on primary
Restored semi from ‘Knight Rider’ to travel from Butler to Philadelphia area for unveilingVideo
State College named best college town in America by USA Today
Date set for special election in Butler County state House district
Morning Roundup: Sheetz expands westward; weekend turnpike travel impacted
Bethel Park Journal
In football weather, Bethel Park freezes out South Fayette
Bethel Park scratches out comeback win to sweep section series with Upper St. Clair
Bethel Park student achievements for the week of March 24, 2026
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
Bridgeville Signal Item
South Fayette to build a new $85M elementary school
Fundraiser, funeral services announced for Chartiers Valley junior Trinity Irwin
Celebrate CV expo showcases student success at Chartiers Valley
Joe Starkey: 10 minutes with 2 WPIAL coaching legends — Danny Holzer and Tim McConnell
A remembrance of Chernobyl in a borough with deep Ukrainian roots
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
Fox Chapel Herald
Fox Chapel Herald notebook: Shady Side Academy teammates collide
Fox Chapel baseball managing ups, downs of section play
Petition launched to show support to Aspinwall Council’s censuring, resignation request of mayor
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of April 12, 2026
Letter to the editor: Bring integrity back to mayoral office in Aspinwall
Plum moves up in section with win over Fox Chapel
Blawnox VFC, SAVES host Good Friday fish frys
Shaler ace edges out Fox Chapel freshman in classic pitchers’ duel
West Deer, Foxwall ambulance services explore merger for better coverage, faster response times
Monroeville Times Express
Retired dancer continues artistic expression through paintings
Monroeville retiree gears up for another bike trek to help find cure for multiple sclerosis
Primanti Bros. closes Monroeville, North Versailles locationsVideo
Monroeville area: Cleanup event, Lions Club, Marine Corps League, convention center events and more
Immigrant rights activist sets off on 8-day march to ICE detention center
Gateway sports notebook: Gators flag football starts 2-3; Logan Memije wins section singles title
Gateway hockey makes case to return to varsity level after winning postseason tournament
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 5, 2026
Here are the planned stops for immigrant rights activist’s 8-day walk to ICE detention center
Monroeville native drives love of motorcycles to over 3.5M social media followers
Murrysville Star
Franklin Regional boys lacrosse starting to come together
Murrysville area: Church tag sale, wreath giveaway, Symphony East fundraiser, more
Burrell Life Skills Prom hosts students from across the region
Export may revisit its street-opening ordinance
Franklin Regional grad heads to dressage championships with Penn State team
Murrysville area: Historical open house, woman’s club scholarships, electric car show, more
Export takes control of Italy Road, looks ahead to sewage work
Slickville airman’s remains slated for burial in Delmont 80 years after WWII
Murrysville library will unveil renovations at grand reopeningVideo
Kids make quick work of Easter egg hunt at Delmont’s Newhouse Park
North Journal
New coach determined to build off strong season for North Hills boys volleyball
At the library: Here are some upcoming programs at Northland Public Library
West View district judge dismisses 3 of 6 charges against Ross man accused of gun traffickingVideo
North Hills senior gets full ride to Robert Morris University
Civilian uses police radio to get help for Ross detective fighting with assault suspect
Ross municipal building, community center to remain open during roof work
Pittsburgh Sakura Project readies for peak cherry blossom viewing in North Park
Balance Brewing opens in Ross, enlarging space of former craft brewer Necromancer
Ross man who bought over 200 handguns is accused of firearms trafficking
‘Sovereign citizen’ arrested after Ross police see SUV made to look like police vehicle
Norwin Star
Strawpump fire department expected to regain service area in North Huntingdon
Norwin area: Race for Grace raises $177K, Bataan Memorial March, more
Behind 16 Ks from Sebastian Shulsky, Canon-McMillan shuts out Norwin
Norwin boys volleyball looks to get back on playoff track
Jake Knight rises up in 1st varsity start to lift Norwin baseball past Hempfield
Police: North Huntingdon man used handgun to threaten municipal authority worker
Norwin area: Bataan Memorial March, art workshops, Sage’s Army anniversary, more
With MLB scouts watching, Caden Sivrich lifts Norwin past Hempfield
Norwin baseball survives strong Hempfield rally for section win
Norwin track teams out to defend WPIAL team titles
Penn Hills Progress
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 12, 2026
Penn Hills High School musical ‘Once on This Island’ explores themes of storytelling and social class
Penn Hills business transitions to 100% employee-owned operations
In brief: Happenings throughout the Penn Hills area
New faces bring new depth to Penn Hills track program
‘Growth and resilience’: Penn Hills softball continues to build throughout program
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 5, 2026
From South Side to Penn Hills: Vessel Studio Glass finds a new home
Donation from Sri Venkateswara Temple in Penn Hills to enhance local emergency response efforts
Sorority chapter’s youth affiliate helps spruce up Penn Hills during spring cleanup
Penn-Trafford Star
Penn Township withdraws zoning violation notice from Club at Blackthorne, but other legal disputes continue
3rd-ranked Plum baseball no-hits Penn-Trafford, remains unbeaten on season
Penn-Trafford junior seeks donations, volunteers for ‘Project Confidence’
Vandergrift native returns to Westmoreland as Bushy Run museum manager
Penn-Trafford softball team warms up, takes down Latrobe
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 cranks up offense in win over Kiski AreaVideo
Penn Township man remains jailed as defense claims horseplay in injury case
Plum Advance Leader
Plum moves up in section with win over Fox Chapel
Still no hearing months after man was charged in Plum homicide
3rd-ranked Plum baseball no-hits Penn-Trafford, remains unbeaten on season
Man accused of blowing up Plum home with family inside headed for court
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of April 6, 2026
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 5, 2026
Plum/Riverview sports notebook: Mustangs baseball starts strong
Plum softball chasing elusive playoff victory
Plum baseball looks to carry sizzling start into heart of season
Almost 100 communities need new road salt supplier after vendor ends contract with council of governments
Sewickley Herald
Quaker Valley’s Will Meagher takes another step forward with section singles title
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley boys tennis stacking wins
Quaker Valley track teams get off to quick start
Sewickley art exhibitions support Youth Arts Possibilities program
Clothing collection, worship services and more at Sewickley area churches
Belle Vernon’s Max Henson, North Allegheny’s Advaita Sircar reign again in WPIAL boys tennis
USA Today ranks Sewickley best small town in the NortheastVideo
Charges dropped against Sewickley man detained by ICE
Sweetwater Center for the Arts set to acquire ownership of their building
Sewickley community joins together in prayer for young girl battling cancer, dad detained by ICE
Shaler Journal
In brief: Happenings from across the Shaler Journal area
Power surge gives jolt to Shaler softball
Shaler goalie headed to Slovakia for ball hockey world championships
Natural gas pipeline upgrade will impact parts of Fall Run Park in Shaler
Shaler ace edges out Fox Chapel freshman in classic pitchers’ duel
Shaler officials, residents, groups rallying to save Mt. Royal bus lines from elimination
Allegheny County Police file charges against Penn Hills man shot in argument over Shaler dumpster
Allison Park Sportsmen’s Club has record turnout for annual kids fishing day in Shaler
Male wounded in Shaler shooting
Pittsburgh Sakura Project readies for peak cherry blossom viewing in North Park
South Hills Record
Almost 100 communities need new road salt supplier after vendor ends contract with council of governments
Woman shot Sunday morning in Mt. Lebanon
Bigger classrooms, better accessibility and rooftop playground highlight new Brentwood elementary school
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