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Pittsburgh man charged in Wood Street T station knife attack
A Pittsburgh man has been charged with aggravated assault in connection with a knife attack at the Wood Street transit station Downtown late Tuesday night. Shortly before 11 p.m. a Port Authority of Allegheny County police officer was flagged down at the station for a report of a knife attack,...
Monroeville woman charged with stealing money from 2 Gateway organizations
The former president of two family-teacher organizations in the Gateway School District has been charged with stealing nearly $11,000 from fundraisers and debit card purchases made for her personal use. Jennifer Murawski, 38, of Monroeville was president of the FTO at Mosside Middle School from 2017 to 2019 and the...
Hindu ceremony to protect Franklin Park’s volunteer fire department heldVideo
Raja Pragallapati didn’t dream of becoming a firefighter when he was growing up in India. But the 43-year-old software engineer says he has always been open to the idea of serving his community in some fashion. “My dad is an (Indian) air force veteran and my son is a member...
DA drops charges against North Hills teacher accused of improperly touching student
The Allegheny County District Attorney has dropped charges against a North Hills School District elementary teacher accused of inappropriately touching a student. The DA’s office on Tuesday declined to comment on the specific reasons why the charges were dropped against Nathan Buttenfield, 42, of Gibsonia. “The only reason we gave...
Surviving victims in Tree of Life mass shooting react to decision to seek death penalty
Members of one of the congregations targeted by the attack at the Tree of Life synagogue last year are “saddened and disappointed” by the government’s decision to seek the death penalty for accused gunman Robert Bowers. Dor Hadash, one of the congregations worshipping inside Tree of Life the morning that...
Dental center offering free services for members of military, first responders
A dental center in the North Hills is offering free exams, oral cancer screenings and cleanings for active and retired military veterans, police officers, firefighters and other first responders. This is the fifth consecutive year Babcock Dental Center in Ross Township has held a Freedom Day event to show appreciation...
2 dozen employers will be hiring at career fair in Bellevue
More than two dozen local employers as well as training and resource providers will be on hand for a career fair in Bellevue on Sept. 12. The fair, which runs from 9 a.m. to noon at the Knights of Columbus Hall, is a partnership between the JFCS Career Development Center,...
Moon Area High School adds police presence after BB gun found on 1st day
Additional police officers will patrol the Moon Area High School campus this week after authorities confiscated a BB gun from a young man on Monday evening, according to school officials. The incident occurred shortly after 6 p.m. when a school security guard stopped two men near the high school because...
Man faces domestic violence charges after SWAT incident in Lawrenceville
A man was charged with strangulation and assault following a more than one-hour standoff Sunday night at a Lawrenceville home, according to authorities. Pittsburgh police responded to a report of domestic violence inside a home in the 100 block of 41st Street around 9 p.m., according to public safety. Officers...
The Week: North Hills
Here are some of the recent Tribune-Review news and features from the North Hills. For more details on these and other stories, follow the links below or see Triblive.com. • North Allegheny STEM camp combines fun, learning • North Hills School District introduce compostable trays, straws, napkins • McCandless mulls...
Sweaty pipes force expensive emergency repairs at North Allegheny elementary school
The North Allegheny School Board on Wednesday unanimously approved a nearly $450,000 contract for emergency repairs to the cooling system at Hosack Elementary School in McCandless. The $448,210 contract was awarded to George V. Hamilton Inc. of McKees Rocks, which was the only company to submit a bid for the...
Police departments in Allegheny County seek laundry room coin-box bandit
Police in four Western Pennsylvania departments are seeking the public’s help identifying suspects wanted for breaking into laundry room coin boxes last month. The thefts occurred on the night of July 23 in Ross, Scott and Wilkins townships and Pittsburgh, according to Ross police. “Laundry rooms were broken into at...
McCandless council considering conflict-of-interest rules for appointed positions
McCandless council is considering guidelines for people interested in serving on town boards, commissions and committees to make sure applicants do not profit from the appointments. “I’ve received some complaints from people who are worried that certain people were applying for committees for personal gain,” council President Kim Zachary said...
Bradford Woods fire department hosting bike parade, benefit breakfast to help fire victims
The Bradford Woods Volunteer Fire Co. is holding its annual bike parade and pancake breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday. Proceeds from this year’s breakfast will be given to the Milliken family, whose home on Cedar Road was damaged by fire Aug. 19, according to fire department officials....
North Hills church offering free English classes for non-native speakers
Free classes for non-native English speakers will be held on Wednesdays beginning Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Reformed Presbyterian Church of the North Hills. The weekly program runs through April. Five levels of classes are designed to meet the needs of international students from beginners who speak little...
3 projects proposed by McCandless environmental group get OK from council
McCandless’ Environmental Advisory Committee has the green light to proceed with spreading awareness about efforts to preserve the town’s natural resources. Council gave the committee the nod to develop a speakers series that will feature experts on sustainability and environmental issues. Council President Kim Zachary said an example of the...
McCandless mulls stiffer fines for residents who can’t control barking, roaming dogs
McCandless council is poised to consider a steep hike in the fines residents could face if they fail to keep their dogs from running loose or annoying neighbors with constant barking. The town’s current animal control ordinance calls for a $25 fine for each incident in which a resident is...
Practicing for career success topic of upcoming program at Franklin Park church
A Franklin Park church is offering a free career development program to teach some the fundamental behaviors practiced by successful people who have enjoyed longevity in their careers. “Practice Makes Perfect: Achieving Career Success” will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 18 at Saints John and Paul Church....
Annual St. Teresa of Avila Festival draws families, friends for fun and games
St. Teresa of Avila Parish in Ross Township drew residents from around the region to its annual church festival Aug. 12 to 17. The nightly event featured homemade dinners, live musical performances, rides, games, crafts and plenty of cold drinks and sweet and savory snacks. There were lots of hidden...
Section of Babcock in McCandless reopens after 10-week bridge repair project
A section of Babcock Boulevard in McCandless that has been closed for repairs since June 10 reopened today to vehicle traffic. The road was closed near its intersection with Fairfield Road for work to repair Little Pine Creek Bridge No. 11, the Allegheny County Department of Public Works announced Aug....
Pooches can play in the pool at Dog Days of Summer event in North Park
Dogs can beat the heat this evening in North Park at the Dog Days of Summer swimming party. Hosted by the Allegheny County Department of Parks and Recreation, the free event is an opportunity for four-legged friends to splash in a puppy pool and participate in some fun and games....
Northland Library offering variety of special programs through September
Following are some of the upcoming programs being offered at Northland Public Library. Some require registration online at northlandlibrary.org or by calling 412-366-8100. The library is at 300 Cumberland Road in McCandless. • A Celebration of Animation, Aug. 21, 7 p.m. — Author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin will...
North Hills program uses newspapers in genealogy research
North Hills residents looking to delve deeper into their family history can get free advice on how to use newspapers in their genealogical quests. The North Hills Genealogists Club is hosting a free program titled “All the News that’s Fit to Print: Using Newspapers in Your Research” Aug. 19 at...
McCandless’ 1st recyclable art show is all about turning trash into treasure
Friday is the last day to view a juried collection of art made from recyclable materials on display at the North Hills Art Center. Those who can’t make it to the show can still see the best of the pieces during the McCandless Community Day celebration on Sept. 14 in...
Ross tax collector sets office hours for discount period
Starting Aug. 22, the tax collector for Ross Township and the North Hills School District will hold regular office hours for residents who want to pay their taxes in person before the end of the discount period. Residents must have their tax payments postmarked by Aug. 31 to receive a...
