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Pittsburgh
Feast of the 7 Fishes fuels Christmas Eve frenzy in Pittsburgh’s Strip District
Travelers on Friday will face tough weather conditions, PennDOT to limit speed on interstates
Federal agency recommends 2 safety recommendations in Clairton Coke Works plant
Toys for Tots campaign: More Western Pennsylvania children in need
Gainey to let 2026 Pittsburgh budget become law without his signature
Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen and wife welcome new baby boy
Heinz History Center to rename Sports Museum after Franco Harris
Year in Review: The best of Pittsburgh theater in 2025
Tax trifecta: Pittsburgh property owners take it on the chin
August Wilson Center raising funds with seat-naming opportunity
Allegheny
Officers bring gifts, holiday cheer during 14th annual Presents From PoliceVideo
PitCare Meals on Wheels delivers comfort, conversation, a few surprises ahead of holidays
Northland Public Library’s $4 million renovation complete; open house set sometime in January
Recycle your Christmas trees here in Allegheny County
2025 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Morning Roundup: Missing teen in Derry; stabbing in Carrick; break-in in Apollo
Retired electrician finds beauty in profession with art inspired by Tesla, Edison, ‘Star Trek’
Holiday house tour in Penn Hills raises $4,500 to resurface neighborhood park’s sports court
North Allegheny fourth grader’s holiday vision wins Downtown hotel’s annual card contest
McCandless leaders approve master site development plan for community’s parks
Westmoreland
Judge rules guilty plea stands for man convicted in fatal shooting at Jeannette football game
Travelers on Friday will face tough weather conditions, PennDOT to limit speed on interstates
Hempfield awards $1.3M contract to connect new municipal complex to Five Star Trail
Ligonier Valley School District silent on how graduate entered high school, harassed student
Hempfield Area joins Chartiers Valley in piloting AI weapon detector created with Carnegie Mellon research
Toys for Tots campaign: More Western Pennsylvania children in need
Hempfield looks to address concerns about speeding motorists on Westland Drive
Hempfield Township doubles property taxes; supervisors approve pay increase
Kiski School sued for racial discrimination alleged by Black ex-employees
Judge orders New Kensington Elks Lodge to remain closed after fatal shooting
Valley News Dispatch
Vandergrift woman pleads guilty to endangering 5 children
Man accused of trying to pull gun on police in Verona
The Stroller, Dec. 25, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Travelers on Friday will face tough weather conditions, PennDOT to limit speed on interstates
Crews extinguish Lower Burrell house fire
Faces of the Valley: Teacher provides special experiences for New Ken-Arnold kindergarten students
Annual Oakmont Christmas tree collection to benefit goats
Toys for Tots campaign: More Western Pennsylvania children in need
Plum’s Make-A-Wish telethon cracks $1.25 million all-time total in 25th edition
The Stroller, Dec. 24, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Regional
More than 100 academic offerings on PennWest’s chopping block
All 750 Clairton City students get grocery gift cards for Christmas
Pedestrian struck and killed in Brownsville
New oral weight loss medication expected to be cheaper and more accessible
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Dream on
Cranberry approves next step for Meijer superstore development
Kiski School sued for racial discrimination alleged by Black ex-employees
Study of water contamination from road salt flags problems in Washington County
Experts worry federal nursing designation could stifle professional pipeline
U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio on mission to investigate concession prices at sporting events
Bethel Park Journal
Ruthfred Acres Woman’s Club crafters make blankets for foster children
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 7, 2025
Bethel Park constructing band shell in Millennium Park
Identification of WWII airman Sidney Burke’s remains was ‘82 years in the making,’ nephew says
In brief: Tree lighting, holiday concert and more in Bethel Park
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 23, 2025
Bethel Park residents help collect 3,000 pounds of food for nonprofits
Bethel Park residents to see small tax increase in 2026
Bethel Park’s William Penn ranks 9th among Pa. elementary schools
3 incumbents retain Bethel Park School Board seats
Carnegie Signal Item
Chartiers Valley fights off Moon rally in battle of the last 2 WPIAL 5A champs
Heidelberg holds line on taxes for 2026
35% tax hike approved as Collier commissioners adopt 2026 budget
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Dec. 12-14
Sewage, garbage rates in Bridgeville to increase; property tax remains the same
Outgoing Bridgeville councilmen recognized
Bus safety enforcement program coming to Carlynton
2 new police officers hired in Bridgeville
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of Dec. 8, 2025 and beyond
Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of Dec. 7, 2025
Fox Chapel Herald
Fox Chapel area student achievements for the week of Dec. 23, 2025
Fourth-generation Aspinwall resident wears numerous job ‘hats’ in the borough
Aspinwall, Sharpsburg and neighboring fire departments team up to rebuild volunteer force
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 21, 2025
Christ the Divine Teacher Catholic Academy students decorate UPMC St. Margaret
Annual Christmas Bird Count channels ‘addictive’ activity for scientific good
Aspinwall officials hold line on real estate taxes in 2026 budget
Blawnox has new messaging system for alerts, announcements to residents
Sidewalk upgrades coming to RIDC Park in O’Hara
Multiple crews battle Fox Chapel house fire
Monroeville Times Express
PitCare Meals on Wheels delivers comfort, conversation, a few surprises ahead of holidays
Retired electrician finds beauty in profession with art inspired by Tesla, Edison, ‘Star Trek’
Franklin Regional boys get benefit of late goaltending call, earn hard-fought victory over Gateway
10th annual Light Up the Night in Monroeville a success despite cold, tragedy in Australia
Turtle Creek Valley Rotary provides essentials for 5 families thanks to donation from district office
Members of Gateway High School’s Leader Academy choose the gift of giving
Monroeville area: Tall Trees upgrades, New Year’s Eve ball drop, cookie walk and more
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 14, 2025
Heirloom holiday decorations hold special memories, family history
8 taken to hospital following Monroeville crash involving school bus
Murrysville Star
Delivery delayed on parts to fix Delmont sewage pump station
Murrysville approves $7 monthly stormwater fee despite equity concerns
Murrysville area: Pancake fundraiser, holiday library closures, Christmas brunch, more
Murrysville library offers extra books to patrons in advance of 2026 renovations
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 14, 2025
Heirloom holiday decorations hold special memories, family history
Cross-country team will collect new, used shoes in Murrysville
Murrysville to move ahead with stormwater fee ordinance
Murrysville area: Delmont ‘Holidaze,’ winter heating assistance, holiday events, more
Film festival organizers look to help students hone their content creation skills
North Journal
West View approves 24% property tax increase, borrowing for new municipal complex
Local lawmakers, librarians celebrate $5M increase in Pa. budget for public libraries
North Hills School Board approves limiting any potential property tax increase to state limit
In brief: Happenings across the North Hills Journal area
At the library: Here are some upcoming programs at Northland Public Library
Realtor: North, South Hills real estate markets have more similarities than you’d think
Holiday performances, gingerbread house display keep things festive at The Block Northway
North Hills School Board reorganizes following November election
Jacks Run Road bridge over I-279 in Ross expected to remain closed until fall 2027
West View mourning death of council vice president
Norwin Star
Passing the torch: Aging VFW honor guards need younger veterans to step upVideo
Ex-North Huntingdon EMS manager files federal sexual harassment lawsuit
‘I will never forgive you:’ Brother testifies at sentencing of Greensburg man for drug overdose
Charges filed in connection with shooting that injured Irwin man
Trafford historian seeks federal approval for naming Brush Creek tributary
Norwin area: Irwin appointments, book sale, auditions planned, more
North Huntingdon passes 2026 budget with 30% property tax hike
North Huntingdon plans to raise administrators’ pay
Chipotle eyes Irwin as 1st Pa. site of its new design
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 14, 2025
Penn Hills Progress
Holiday house tour in Penn Hills raises $4,500 to resurface neighborhood park’s sports court
Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh spreads joy, toys across Allegheny County
Holy Family Parish offering free brunch on Christmas
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 14, 2025
More than 200 people gather to remember loved ones at 30th Light of Love event
Penn Hills entrepreneur expands to college market with beauty business
Penn Hills, Pittsburgh leaders unveil newly paved East Hills Drive in ‘2 birds, 1 stone’ collaboration
MicroSociety builds confidence, challenges students at Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship
Soxman Funeral Homes in Penn Hills marks 3rd annual Children’s Grief Awareness Day
In brief: Happenings across the Penn Hills area
Penn-Trafford Star
Trafford historian seeks federal approval for naming Brush Creek tributary
After 4 seasons at Wisconsin, Penn-Trafford grad Cade Yacamelli enters transfer portal
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 14, 2025
Penn-Trafford aims to hit $500K fundraising goal since inception of annual telethon
‘So supportive to us and our families’: Norwin Elks donates $6,500 to Westmoreland autism nonprofit
Penn Township church’s cookbook fundraiser leans on ‘history of serving really good food’
Penn Middle donates 175 tote bags to local cancer patients
Penn Township proposes steady property tax rate in 2026 budget
Film festival organizers look to help students hone their content creation skills
Fire guts Penn Township house
Plum Advance Leader
Penn Hills man accused of fighting Plum police after being revived from drug overdose
Holy Family Parish offering free brunch on Christmas
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 14, 2025
Some defendants in Plum fatal explosion case ask judge to dismiss negligence claims
Plum Council passes budget with no tax increase
More than 200 people gather to remember loved ones at 30th Light of Love event
Election victors join Plum School Board; new president named
Plum prepares for 25th edition of Make-A-Wish telethon, hopes to crack $1.25M mark
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Dec. 8, 2025
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 7, 2025
Sewickley Herald
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 21, 2025
Christmas events, services, concerts and more at Sewickley area churches
Leetdale officials seek public input for active transportation plan
‘Sunnymede’ estate boasts European-style architectural roots, for sale in Sewickley Heights
Quaker Valley School District communications director recognized for outstanding service
Sewickley Light Up Night draws a festive crowdVideo
CeaseFirePA hosts vigil against gun violence at Sewickley United Methodist Church
In brief: Sewickley Hills budget passes, winter concerts and more
For more than 4 decades, Thomas Jewelers has given shine to Sewickley
Ex-Steeler Devin Bush acquitted of assaulting girlfriend in fight over mashed potatoes
Shaler Journal
Pittsburgh media personality Guy Junker turned love of sports into a winning career
Deluzio shares challenges of politics, public service with Shaler Area’s newspaper staff
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Dec. 19-21
Hampton couple settles suit against Reserve, others over house damaged by landslide
Shaler Area sophomore invited to White House to mark executive order to boost childhood cancer research
Etna approves budget with no tax increase, fills council vacancy
Prolific artist Nevin Robinson became household name by depicting familiar scenes
Millvale residents facing 58% property tax hike in 2026 budget, with discount for seniors
La Roche University gifted buildings, including motherhouse, from Sisters of Divine Providence
Shaler Area Middle School recognized as a School to Watch
South Hills Record
DA drops assault charge against Pittsburgh cop in domestic incident
Jefferson Memorial bell celebrates 250 years of U.S.
In brief: Pierogi sale, holiday events and more in the South Hills
South Hills real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 7, 2025
Realtor: North, South Hills real estate markets have more similarities than you’d think
Morning Roundup: Water main break in Mt. Lebanon; bear spotted in Pine
In brief: Pierogi sale, Christmas cookie sale and more in the South Hills
South Hills real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 23, 2025
Whitehall Police Department receives $250,000 gift from estate of Philip St. Moritz
Acrisure experience nothing new for Seton LaSalle, Steel Valley in WPIAL Class 2A title game