Aquinas Academy boys blank Riverview, reach WPIAL 2nd round for 1st time since 2016
The last time Aquinas Academy made it to the second round of the WPIAL boys soccer tournament was in 2016. That all changed Saturday afternoon. The sixth-seeded Crusaders scored three second-half goals to knock off 11th-seeded Riverview, 3-0, in the opening round of the Class A playoffs at Peters Township....
Clairton football team continues its impressive march by shutting out Riverview
The WPIAL’s Class A Eastern Conference is as competitive from top to bottom as any in the district. But at the top of the mountain, there is no debate. There is the Clairton football team, and there is everyone else. The Bears continued to flex their muscles by recording their...
5 candidates vie for 4 seats on Verona Council
There are four seats up for grabs on Verona Council. Voters in the Nov. 4 election will select four members from the five candidates seeking seats. The ballot is a mix of incumbents and newcomers. Democrats have four candidates on the ballot, while Republicans have one, according to the Allegheny...
Oakmont Recreation Board addresses concerns regarding field lights, some residents unconvinced
Some community members’ worries were put to bed Wednesday night after the Oakmont Recreation Board held a second public meeting regarding lighting at the sports fields at Riverside Park. Riverview High School uses the park fields for its home football, soccer, baseball and softball games. “The goal of this project...
6 candidates face off for 4 seats on Oakmont Council
There are four seats up for grabs on Oakmont Council. Voters in the Nov. 4 election will select four members from the six candidates seeking seats. Democrats have four candidates on the ballot, while Republicans have two, according to the Allegheny County Office of Elections unofficial candidate list. Here is...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Oct. 13, 2025
Plum Trunk-or-Treat Plum’s trunk-or-treat celebration is set for Oct. 22. from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Costumed children will parade through the parking lot at the Plum Borough Building and stop at decorated cars to receive candy and other treats. Adults must register each child who will attend the event. Registration...
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 12, 2025
ALLEGHENY COUNTY Chalfant Michael Haberle sold property at 301 Chalfont St. to Lyle and Victoria Cope for $167,000. Churchill Estate of Thomas McManus sold property at 6 Garden Terrace to Olivia Myers for $225,000. Edgewood Royalty Properties Group LLC sold property at 114 Ivy St. to Joshua Aaron Hammerstein for...
Riverview golfers set to compete at PIAA tournament
Rex Roberts and Ian Stempfer are on the cusp of their first PIAA championship golf tournament. The Riverview juniors will join the best from throughout the state Monday and Tuesday for 36 holes on the Penn State White Course. Raiders coach Hal Biehl said the duo continues to focus well...
Frazier football team comes up big to beat Riverview
With its back against the wall and playoff hopes hanging in the balance, Frazier delivered its most complete performance of the season, riding senior Derek Diamond’s monster night to a 41-20 win over Riverview on Friday. Diamond was everything Frazier needed — and then some. In a game where momentum...
Oakmont making progress in Ann Street recycling program
Oakmont has a lot of trash, and it’s a great problem for Boyd Jones, director of business development and public relations for Michael Brothers Hauling. The borough partnered with the dumpster company about two years ago for a medley of recycling services the company offers. After operating in the Pittsburgh...
Springdale ekes out section win over formidable Riverview
When the Riverview and Springdale girls soccer teams met for the first time this season under the lights Sept. 11 at Riverside Park in Oakmont, the Dynamos had the better of play and came away with a four-goal victory. The Raiders sought a measure of revenge in the rematch Monday...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Oct. 6, 2025
Plum AARP sets October meeting Plum AARP will hold its October meeting at noon on Oct. 14 at Unity Community Church. Hot dogs, chips and coffee/tea will be offered for $3. The entertainment will be the Hi-Lites, performing oldies and country music. Plum AARP is a social/service organization open to...
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 5, 2025
Churchill Estate of Eugene Silverman sold property at 157 Kingsdale Road to A Michele Tedder for $220,800. Leon Blackston sold property at 314 Surrey Pl to Andrew Morgan for $240,000. Estate of William Morton sold property at 116 Thornberry Drive to Wesley Family Services for $340,000. Forest Hills Frederick Meija...
Riverview chasing 1st WPIAL football playoff berth since 2016
The last time the Riverview football team qualified for the WPIAL Class A playoffs was in 2016. It also was the last time the Raiders had defeated Greensburg Central Catholic. They celebrated a 13-7 victory over the Centurions in overtime that day en route to a postseason berth. The subsequent...
Dark Hollow Woods Committee to host meet-and-mingle event for Oakmont community
The Dark Hollow Woods Committee wants to mingle with the Oakmont community. Leaders of the committee have been overseeing a plan to restore Dark Hollow Woods, a 40-acre nature reserve that has fallen victim to erosion and invasive species. A master plan detailing each phase of the restoration across 50...
Oakmont fire chief warns residents about second round of brush fire season
With the second round of brush fire season upon us, Oakmont Fire Chief Joseph Flanick is being proactive in stopping fires before they start. Factors such as dry weather, windy days and fallen autumn leaves creating a thick layer of dry fuel all contribute to the quick spread of brush...
State lawmakers to host senior health fair in Oakmont
Pennsylvania Sen. Jay Costa, D-Forest Hills, and state Rep. Joe McAndrew, D-Penn Hills, want to talk health. The two state lawmakers will host a free health and senior fair on Oct. 9 in Oakmont to discuss community services and resources with attendees. Starting at 10 a.m., seniors from any community...
October brings more roadwork projects to Oakmont
As October approaches, commuters driving through Oakmont may see some roadwork as PennDOT wraps up a string of evening jobs in the borough. A. Folino Construction has been completing work for PennDOT’s ongoing road reconstruction throughout September. The work will continue into the beginning of October, impacting Allegheny Avenue and...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Sept. 29, 2025
Putt Away Cancer Included in the series of events making up the Paint Oakmont Pink fundraiser, a Putt Away Cancer event will be hosted on Oct. 2 in businesses along Allegheny River Boulevard and Allegheny Avenue. Participants are able to register ahead of time for preferred tee times or, starting...
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 28, 2025
Monroeville Michael Strauss sold property at 2684 Third St. to Luan Castro and Violet Tonelli for $299,900. Lynden Group LLC sold property at 829 Cottonwood Drive to Stephen and Heidi Zupanc for $206,500. Estate of Frank Sabino Jr. sold property at 1341 Foxboro Drive to Ranjan and Naba Godwami for...
Riverview gets important conference win over Greensburg Central Catholic
Riverview 6-foot-2, 245-pound offensive lineman Addison Pascal doesn’t desire to employ a flashy game plan. A ground-based, grinding approach has served the Raiders fine. Riverview took advantage of a worn-down Greensburg Central Catholic football team Saturday at Riverside Park, powering to a 26-7 Eastern Conference win. The Raiders ran the...
Oakmont residents share support, opposition for adding field lights at Riverside Park
Members of the Oakmont Recreation Board heard differing opinions from residents on a topic that has been discussed for decades. While most comments were in support of adding lights to the sports fields at Riverside Park, where Riverview High School plays its home games, some folks were hesitant to support...
Verona police seek ‘armed and dangerous’ suspect
Verona police are asking the public to keep an eye out for a suspect they say could be armed and dangerous. An arrest warrant has been issued for Price Riley, 38, of Verona after a Center Avenue resident claimed Riley assaulted them over cigarettes. Borough police Chief Thomas Dessell said...
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Sept. 22, 2025
Acoustics at the Amphitheater event slated in Plum The band Acoustic Union will perform in Plum’s first Acoustics at the Amphitheater event from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Oct 2. The free family-friendly concert offers the chance to enjoy an evening of acoustic music, food and beverages at the amphitheater...
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025
ALLEGHENY COUNTY Churchill Pasadena Partners LLC sold property at 261 Churchill Road to Tyler and Sabrina Sofia McCoy for $532,400. Tarek Alsaied sold property at 3336 Longbow Drive to Ali Sinan Saglam and Kelly Lenhart for $400,000. Edgewood David Ryan Lyle Flores sold property at 257 Maple Ave. to Thomas...
