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E-bikes under review in McCandless after complaints of usage on Brandt Trail
The safety and use of electronic bikes, also known as e-bikes, are under review in McCandless because of an increase in calls over concerns and complaints. Regulating e-bikes is not easy since these recreational transportation devices may, in some instances, fall under the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code. However, they can be...
8 candidates vying for 4 seats on North Allegheny School Board
Four seats are open on the North Allegheny School Board this general election, which is Nov. 4, with only one incumbent, Paige Hardy, seeking reelection. Other terms ending are currently held by Dr. Vidya Szymkowiak and Leslie Britton Dozier, both of whom served one term beginning in 2021. Also not...
At the library: Here are some upcoming programs at Northland Public Library
Library to host 1st speed puzzle contest Northland Public Library is hosting its first speed puzzling event for adults from 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 23. Participants can test their puzzle skills by competing on their own in the 300-piece puzzle competition or as a team of two in the...
3 wards for McCandless Council face contested races
Wards 2, 4 and 6 for McCandless Council are up for grabs on Election Day, Nov. 4. The incumbents, all Republicans, are seeking reelection. In Ward 2, Laureen Alt is running against incumbent Jack Casey. In Ward 4, Jack Hickerson is squaring off with incumbent Jason Singer. In Ward 6,...
Trib HSSN high school football team of the week for Oct. 13, 2025Video
Trib HSSN football team of the week – North Allegheny Tigers Coach: Art Walker (20th season) Result: North Allegheny 21, Canon-McMillan 13 Record: 4-1 in Class 6A, 7-1 overall #Earned: The 2025 season has been a challenging one for North Allegheny, yet it has been very successful … again. Coming...
In brief: Happenings across the North Allegheny Journal area
McCandless offering fall junk collection McCandless residents invited to a Dump Your Junk collection from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 25 at the town’s Public Works yard, 9957 Grubbs Road, with the assistance of Waste Management and Junkluggers. Residents only — IDs will be checked — can get rid...
A hero’s homecoming: Pittsburgh WWII serviceman, unknown for 80 years, laid to rest
Christine Bodnar placed a celebratory cigar at her father’s grave in Allegheny County Memorial Park in McCandless on Sunday. After 82 years, his lost brother is home. Tech. Sgt. Paul F. Eshelman Jr., a gunner on a World War II bomber, was shot down in Europe in August 1943. His...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 12, 2025
Bellevue Jason Perkins sold property at 567 Lincoln Ave. to 567 Lincoln LLC for $320,000. Xiao Li Qi sold property at 207 N. Sprague Ave. to John Fitzgerald Kennedy and Lisa Rene Tamayo for $209,000. Ibrahim Shabir sold property at 665 Shade Ave. to Anna Rastatter for $225,000. Etna Estate...
North Allegheny grad Lucia Wells finds success in new role for Pitt women’s soccer
Former North Allegheny star Lucia Wells is more focused on her place on a soccer field than her location on one. Wells, NA’s all-time leading goal scorer, has transitioned into a versatile two-way player with multiple starts at forward and defender for Pitt this season. “Honestly, I’m good playing anywhere,”...
Gas line replacement work to restrict traffic on Cumberland Road in McCandless
PennDOT is alerting motorists of lane restrictions starting next week on Cumberland Road in McCandless during work to replace a gas line. The work is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays, beginning Monday, Oct. 13, an lasting until early November, weather permitting. Single-lane alternating traffic will be in...
North Allegheny caps homecoming parade and crowning with win over Mt. Lebanon
With a win over the Mt. Lebanon Blue Devils, 28-19, the North Allegheny Tigers football team helped make homecoming 2025 a memorable night for fans Oct. 3. This was especially true for the newly crowned king and queen, seniors Andrew Peigh and Mallory Kim. Peigh, an at-large representative, and Kim,...
Marshall’s new manager aims to help township balance growth while preserving open spaces
Balance and preservation is what Robert Grimm hopes to achieve as the newest manager of Marshall Township. With a career of managing municipalities from Bellevue to Beaver Falls, North Fayette and, most recently, McCandless from 2019 to 2022, Grimm is ready to take on Allegheny County’s northern-most community. With an...
Simulated bedroom fire to mark Fire Prevention Week highlights importance of installing smoke alarms
Members of the American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania teamed with Allegheny County Emergency Services for a live burn demonstration Oct. 6 in observation of Fire Prevention Week. The purpose of the media-only news conference was to share the importance of smoke alarms. Jorge Martinez, CEO of the Red Cross...
Anti-bullying talk hosted by swim club teaches kids importance of being ‘careful with words’
A worn, crumpled-up dollar bill is worth the same as a clean, newly printed one. This is one example award-winning motivational speaker Rob Oliver used to show that one’s worth can’t change, no matter how much someone may try to discredit or ruin it. Oliver was the guest speaker for...
Ingomar Elementary students raise $587 for charities with 2nd Mystery Inflatable Teacher Race
An enormous baby recently dominated an important race at Ingomar Elementary School. Teacher Savanna Barton, in an air-filled costume, sprinted to first place in the second annual Mystery Inflatable Teacher Race, a fundraiser held Sept. 10 by the school’s Parent Teacher Organization. Barton shared her unique racing experience. “I could...
12th Trick or Trot benefiting NA Foundation coming up; 2026 distinguished alumni named
The spirited Trick or Trot 5K and 1-mile fun-run race, one of North Allegheny Foundation’s biggest fundraisers, returns for its 12th year Oct. 25 on the campus of Marshall elementary and middle schools off Wexford Run Road in Marshall. Students, families, staff and community members can register to race, walk...
Pittsburgh WWII serviceman, unknown for 80 years, coming home to rest
A Pittsburgh-area World War II serviceman whose remains were unidentified for 80 years will be laid to rest back home on Sunday, Oct. 12. Paul F. Eshleman Jr., 21, was a technical sergeant in the U.S. Army Air Forces. He was a radio operator on a B-24 Liberator that was...
North Allegheny senior scores silver in international linguistics competition
North Allegheny senior Jason Liu made his mark globally after winning a silver medal at the International Linguistics Olympiad, competing against other linguistic opponents from more than 40 countries. Liu represented Team USA at the competition held in July in Taipei City, Taiwan. A total of 227 contestants from 42...
In brief: Happenings across the North Allegheny Journal area
Marshall plans Halloween bash for children Marshall is planning a Halloween Kids Bash for children 11 and younger from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Elias Fry Barn in Knob Hill Park, 415 Knob Road. There will be music, crafts, face painting, snacks and lots of candy. Children...
In brief: Happenings across the North Allegheny Journal area
Residents sought for various boards, committees McCandless is looking for residents to serve of a variety of boards and committees: • One partial term on the Environmental Advisory Committee (to expire Dec. 31, 2028) • Three terms on the Heritage and Cultural Center FDPC (to expire Dec. 31, 2029) •...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 5, 2025
Bellevue Marry Ellen Rawlings trustee sold property at 436 Forest Ave. to Anthony Quatrini for $286,720. Bradford Woods Ronald Barchfeld sold property at 36 Forest Road to Roser Group LLC for $250,000. Franklin Park Roy Bodnar sold property at 2569 Brandt School Road to Sand Realty Inc. for $615,000. Samantha...
North Allegheny boys soccer spreading the wealth
The North Allegheny boys soccer team is using balance to replace brilliance. After graduating their top five scorers, including an all-state forward, the Tigers are spreading around the goals on their path to the WPIAL Class 4A playoffs. “The way we play, it is so focused on possession and keeping...
Man headed to trial for homicide by vehicle in deadly, 5-car crash in North Hills
A distracted dump truck driver who allegedly was taking part in a Facetime call when he triggered a deadly five-car crash in Pittsburgh’s North Hills is headed to court on charges including homicide by vehicle. A judge Friday held a preliminary hearing for Franklin R. Simon, 33, of South Union,...
Car enthusiast honored with repair fund to help people with transportation needs
Julian DiNino of Kilbuck bought his first BMW E-30 when he was 14. He was serious about cars. With skills he learned from both friends and his dad, who was an airplane mechanic, DiNino worked on becoming adept at fabrication and welding, eventually becoming a car performance mechanic. After graduating...
Battle of the Books fundraiser for north libraries tops $2,000, logs 1st year with a perfect score
“What famous inventor did not believe in sign language despite having a deaf wife and mother?” If you’ve read “True Biz” by Sara Nović, as many competitors at this year’s Battle of the Books did, you’ll know the answer: Alexander Graham-Bell. Book lovers from all over northern Allegheny County gathered...
