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Verona residents encouraged to recycle Christmas trees via Allegheny County’s program
Verona residents looking to dispose of their old Christmas trees are encouraged to do so through Allegheny County’s recycling program. Trees can be dropped off from 8 a.m. to dusk at nine regional county parks through Jan. 14. Verona Chamber of Commerce officials said the borough’s annual tree burning event...
Young chess players will match wits at Northland Library tournament
Young chess enthusiasts will get a chance to match their cunning and strategy at a Feb. 2 tournament at the Northland Public Library in McCandless. The event will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Players in kindergarten through 8th grade will compete for 1st-, 2nd- and 3rd-place awards...
Etna earns $50,000 to plant trees, tackle pollution
More trees are coming to Etna thanks to a grant awarded this week from the Allegheny County Health Department. The borough was among seven groups to earn money from the Clean Air Fund, County Executive Rich Fitzgerald announced on Wednesday. A total of $300,000 will support air quality projects in...
Taxes holding steady in several South Hills communities
Real estate taxes will remain the same in 2019 for residents living in several South Hills communities including Pleasant Hills, Jefferson Hills and Whitehall. Here’s a look at how each budget breaks down: Pleasant Hills Pleasant Hills will continue to hold its property tax rate at 6.75 mills for 2019....
Baldwin-Whitehall senior’s final show brings in biggest donation yet for Make-A-Wish
Mikayla Davic fought back tears as she talked about the $22,000 raised for Make-A-Wish earlier this month through a musical she wrote and produced as a high school senior. The amount equates to five wishes granted. “It was amazing,” said Davic, 18, of Baldwin Borough. “It’s just incredible to me.”...
Franklin Park holding informational meeting Monday on proposal to drill under park
Franklin Park is holding an information meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday to provide residents more information about a proposal to allow drilling for Marcellus Shale gas under Linbrook Park. Council postponed its Dec. 19 vote to permit PennEnergy Resources to drill under the 80-acre park after residents raised concerns...
Pumps closed, store open after Monroeville Sunoco canopy collapseVideo
A collapsed canopy is keeping pumps closed at a Monroeville Sunoco station while owners await final word from their insurance company. The canopy over gas pumps at the 1855 Haymaker Road station collapsed Tuesday night as winds whipped through the region, trapping two vehicles but injuring no one. Yellow caution...
Fox Chapel taxes increased to pay for road projects
Fox Chapel property taxes will increase for the first time in four years to facilitate aggressive road rebuilding in 2019, borough leaders said. Council approved a tax rate of 2.95 mills, up 0.45 mills from last year. The owner of a home assessed at $200,000 will pay $590, or about...
Block Northway hosting program Saturday on hormone health, non-traditional medicine
A local medical practice that was launched 11 years ago when its founder became frustrated with traditional medicine will conduct a free hour-long session at The Block Northway on Saturday about how hormones affect overall health. The program, which runs from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the CoreLife Eatery...
Fox Chapel church to host annual ‘Fill a Truck’ food drive
Residents are encouraged to “Fill a Truck” at Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church on Feb. 3 with peanut butter, paper towels and other non-perishable items. The church’s annual food drive will see a 10-foot box truck parked in the lot along Field Club Road waiting for donations. “It’s so amazing to...
Aspinwall Neighborhood Watch nets $1,700 for fire department through Disney raffle
Members of the Aspinwall Fire Department didn’t win a trip to Disney, but got the next best thing through a Mickey Mouse-themed raffle. Aspinwall Neighborhood Watch raised more than $1,700 for the fire department by raffling Walt Disney World park hopper tickets. It was the first of a series of...
Monroeville family celebrates 2 healthy years after young daughter’s liver transplant
It’s been two years since a Monroeville girl born with a rare genetic disorder received a new liver, and her family couldn’t be happier to be celebrating the anniversary. Myka Joy Reeder, 3, has methylmalonic acidemia, meaning her body is unable to process certain amino acids found in protein because...
Crafton resident promotes Edgar Allan Poe in film
Thad Ciechanowski of Crafton graduated from Canevin High School (now Bishop Canevin) and then received his bachelor’s degree in communications from Robert Morris University. He has gone on to a career as a video editor, director and camera operator, currently employed at a small ad agency in Pittsburgh. First beginning...
Free college application seminar offered at Northern Tier Library
The college application process can be overwhelming, but a free seminar at Northern Tier Library at the end of the month aims to help parents get an overview of what to expect, what to look out for and what to know as they begin the undertaking with their high school...
Grant allows Fox Chapel to hold sewer fees steady
Fox Chapel officials were able to stave off an increase in the borough’s sanitary sewer fees this year, thanks to a grant awarded in late 2018. Rates will hold steady, with residents paying $4.66 per 1,000 gallons plus a fee of $60 a year. Finance Director Joy Hardt said residents...
Theft cases among recent Monroeville police investigations
Monroeville police filed the following charges Jan. 4-7 in District Judge Jeffrey L. Herbst’s office:Alexis Davis, 20, of Verona with criminal mischief and harassment. Charges were filed Jan. 4 in connection with an incident along the 4000 block of William Penn Highway.Tenisha Lester, 44, of Pittsburgh with criminal mischief. Charges...
Drug, theft cases recently handled by Judge Herbst in Monroeville – Jan. 9, 2019
Monroeville District Court Judge Jeffrey Herbst handled these cases recently. Defendants will have court dates set in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. Charges were filed by Monroeville police unless otherwise noted. Held for courtShawndia Smith, 29, of McKeesport on charges of retail theft. Charges were filed Oct. 27.Leonard...
DUI, theft cases among those recently handled by Judge Zucco in Plum – Jan. 9, 2019
District Judge Linda Zucco recently handled the following cases. Charges were filed by Plum police unless otherwise noted. Held for courtStephen McDermott, 30, of Leechburg on charges of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and criminal mischief. Charges were filed Nov. 24. Waived preliminary hearingsRobert Bedard, 74, of Plum on...
Northland Library hosting free screening of Fred Rogers documentary ‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’
Northland Public Library is hosting a free screening of the documentary “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Feb. 7. The adults only program will include “Mister Rodgers” related activities and refreshments. To sign up to attend, call 412-366-8100 Ext. 113. Directed by Los Angeles, Calif.,...
Plum church reports highest numbers served during holiday brunch
A Catholic church in Plum served around 200 meals to people in need during its fourth annual Christmas Day brunch, said organizer Irene Plutto. Our Lady of Joy Parish along O’Block Road started the brunch event four years ago to offer hot meals and fellowship to anyone who needs it....
Spring on the mind of McCandless officials: Volunteers needed for April 6 roadside cleanup
The region hasn’t had its first winter snowstorm yet, but McCandless officials already have spring cleaning on their minds. Volunteers are being recruited for a roadside cleanup from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 6. Residents interested in participating can sign up by calling 412-364-0616 Ext. 118 or by...
North Allegheny, North Hills holding programs for parents of incoming kindergarteners
The North Allegheny and North Hills school districts have scheduled programs to help parents with kindergarten age students prepare them to start school in the fall. North Allegheny NA is hosting a Feb. 7 program called “Blasting Off to a New Beginning” to provide information about the district’s s kindergarten...
Blawnox launches year-round hard-to-recycle collection
Blawnox residents now can dispose of hard-to-recycle items as part of the borough’s garbage hauling contract. A new program launched this month allows residents to get rid of TVs, computers, chemicals and other products typically prohibited from regular collections. Borough leaders said the “At Your Door” pickups are part of...
North Hills student artists’ shine
At North Hills Art Center, the artwork of numerous North Hills students will be on display through Jan. 18. The North Hills Art Center is located at 3432 Babcock Blvd., Pittsburgh. For details about hours of operation, go to www.northhillsartcenter.com....
North Park site of unique crafting event
For people looking to be creative this winter, check out Over the Log Nature Crafts on Jan. 23 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Latodami Nature Center in North Park led by assistant naturalist Debra Rudolph. Participants will gather outdoor, natural materials and return indoors to create a Mason...
