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Car cruise in Ross revs up support for Fairview Volunteer Fire Department
Car enthusiasts in the North Hills got the chance to check out a wide variety of classic, vintage and collectible vehicles at the first car cruise held to benefit Ross Township’s Fairview Volunteer Fire Department. The July 20 event at the Ross Township Municipal Center also included music, food, a...
Ross bank teams with charity group to provide special gear to help 4-year-old boy
A local bank is teaming up with a charitable organization to provide a 4-year-old Gibsonia boy who suffers from several physical challenges with devices designed to make his life easier. Employees of the SSB Bank in Ross Township and representatives from Variety — the Children’s Charity will present Caleb Naugle...
Big Lots program to help Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania
The discount retailer Big Lots will kick off a campaign to benefit Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania on Friday at its store in Ross Township. The donation program is being launched to mark the chain’s unveiling of a new store layout and design for its 17 Western Pennsylvania locations, which...
Ross OKs zoning change needed to build townhouses off Jacks Run Road
Ross Township commissioners have approved a long-time property owner’s request to rezone a portion of his land to permit the construction of townhouses. Mark Purcell of McIlrath Drive requested that the zoning for three of the 4.3 acres of land he owns along Jack Run Road in the township’s 6th...
Northland Library hosts its first celebration of all things nerdy
North Hills residents didn’t have to travel all the way to San Diego, Calif., for the annual Comic-Con to celebrate their love for all things nerdy. On Saturday July, 20, Northland Public Library in McCandless held its first own version of the international convention dubbed “Northland Nerdcon.” The day-long celebration...
Curbing distracted driving topic of upcoming seminar in Bradford Woods
Helping young drivers learn to keep their eyes on the road instead of their smart phones, the radio or passengers is the topic of a free program Thursday evening in Bradford Woods. “Drive Without Distracts: A Parent and Young Driver Education Session” is being presented in partnership with the Northern...
The Week: North Hills
Here are some of the news and features in the North Hills from the past week. For more details on these and other stories, follow the links below or see the North Hills section on Triblive.com: • Ross could take steps to force McKnight Road property owners to fix failing...
Thorn Hill Industrial Park buildings sold to real-estate investor for $14.25M
Two buildings in the Thorn Hill Industrial Park has been sold to a private real-estate investor by the Regional Industrial Development Corporation of Southwestern Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh-based Elmhurst Groups bought the 45,900-square-foot Commonwealth Manor I building and the 60,300-square-foot Commonwealth Manor II building for $14.25 million, according to RIDC officials. Part...
St. Alexis Church hosting 2-day flea market in Wexford to benefit school
Instead of hitting garage sale after garage sale this weekend, bargain hunters in the North Hills can do some one-stop shopping that will benefit a local school. St. Alexis Catholic Church will hold a two-day flea market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, and from 9...
Ross OKs zoning change needed to build townhouses off Jacks Run Road
Ross Township commissioners have approved a long-time property owner’s request to rezone a portion of his land to permit the construction of townhouses. Mark Purcell of McIlrath Drive requested that the zoning for three of the 4.3 acres of land he owns along Jack Run Road in the township’s 6th...
North Allegheny hires veteran city schools administrator for assistant superintendent post
The North Allegheny school board has hired a veteran Pittsburgh Public Schools administrator to serve as the district’s assistant superintendent of secondary education. The board voted unanimously at its July 17 meeting to appoint Melissa Friez to the post to replace David Christopher, who has taken a job as the...
Weeding out invasive species topic of Ingomar Garden Club’s upcoming program
Gardeners interested in learning more about how to control the spread of invasive plants are invited to attend an Aug. 7 program sponsored by the Ingomar Garden Club. The club’s business meeting begins at 10:30 a.m. followed by lunch. The program titled “Invasive Species Not to Share” will start at...
Ross could take steps to force McKnight Road property owners to fix failing storm sewer line
The recent failure of a stormwater line running along southbound McKnight Road that caused the road leading to an apartment complex to collapse into a sinkhole was not a surprise. For years, Ross Township officials have urged property owners along the busy commercial corridor to fix the underground line that...
Deadline approaching to submit public comment on North Park Lake trail improvements
Allegheny County residents have until July 31 to submit comments on planned improvements to the biking and walking trail around North Park Lake. The project being planned along Pearce Mill Road between Brown Road and Babcock Boulevard includes pavement rehabilitation, installation of new signs and pavement markings, replacement of guide...
Pickleball among activities offered at Ross Community Center
It may not have the rich history of America’s favorite pastime, but Pickleball is gaining popularity among players of all ages and skill levels. The paddle sport combines elements of tennis, badminton and Ping Pong that can be played indoors or outdoors as singles or doubles matches. Games are played...
Who will pay for sinkhole repairs off McKnight Road?
When heavy storms caused the road leading into the Waldorf Park apartments in Ross to collapse on June 11, the township wasted little time dispatching a crew to close off access to the site and begin repairs. But to move forward with repairs, officials had to issue an emergency declaration...
Fairview fire department in Ross holding its first benefit car cruise
Mirror paint, gleaming chrome and suped-up engines will be on display Saturday for the first car cruise to support Ross Township’s Fairview Volunteer Fire Department. The July 20 rain-or-shine event at the Ross Township Municipal Center runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will include music, food, a Chinese...
Pine man highlights history with presidential trinkets at Fox Chapel library
A collection of “odd and goofy” trinkets will be on display at Cooper-Siegel Community Library for people who have a passion for U.S. history or simply a penchant for unusual tchotchkes. Pine resident Steve Mihaly will bring about 300 pieces — from his collection of 25,000 — that were once...
23rd annual Ross Township fishing tournament draws anglers of all ages
Anglers of all ages did their best to lure prize-winning fish during Ross Township’s 23rd annual fishing tournament on July 13 and 14 at Evergreen Community Park. The free competitive event sponsored by the township police department included refreshments, a picnic lunch, prizes and trophies. Kids age 5 through 14...
Thompson Run Road closure expanded after motorists ignore road-closed sign
Lanes in both directions along a section of Thompson Run Road in Ross were shut down this afternoon after motorists ignored a road-closed sign for work being done in the southbound lane, according to officials. The southbound lane was closed June 7 when a consultant conducting a routine inspection discovered...
Series of meet-ups for North Hills kindergarteners kicks off
Northland Public Library is hosting a series of events for children entering kindergarten in the North Hills School District to meet their future classmates and teachers while they have some fun. The meet and greet will include art play activities. The first event is tonight for kids signed up to...
McCandless Democrats hosting meet and greet at Devlin Park
Democrats in McCandless are gearing up for the upcoming general election with a meet and greet July 26 at Devlin Park. Candidates for political office and local elected officials will be on hand from 6 to 8 p.m. to discuss the Nov. 5 election. Refreshments will be served. The park...
Video on gun violence earns Shady Side Academy Student Emmy nominationVideo
A teen-produced video about the 2018 school shooting in Parkland, Fla., has earned a Student Emmy nomination for Shady Side Academy. A team of six students and recent graduates worked on a WSSA-TV news story about gun violence following the 2018 Valentine’s Day shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School,...
Planned power outage to upgrade system will affect customers in 4 North Hills communities
Several hundred property owners in four North Hills municipalities will be without power next Tuesday while upgrades are being made to electrical facilities, officials announced. The July 23 planned-power outage is scheduled to occur from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for 689 First Energy customers in Bradford Woods, Marshall, McCandless...
The Week: North Hills
Here are some of the news and features in the North Hills from the past week. For more details on these and other stories, follow the links below or see the North Hills section on Triblive.com: • Pittsburgh diocese alerts Vatican to alleged inappropriate child contact by North Hills deacon...
