Western PA Local News
Pittsburgh
Youth advocate who coerced teen into sexual relationship sued in Allegheny County
City Theatre will not merge with Pittsburgh CLO, Pittsburgh Public Theater
Planning Commission approves new health sciences building for Duquesne University
Pittsburgh City Council calls on Pennsylvania’s senators to reject ICE funding
Gold buyers and local jewelers adapt to market’s historic price increase
Design Within Reach opens luxury furniture showroom in Strip District
Heavy snowfall in Pittsburgh to be followed by extreme cold
Pittsburgh International Airport still pummeled by storm-related disruptions
Pittsburgh, Allegheny County in state of emergency as extra snowplows called inVideo
Mother, baby boy ‘doing fine’ after birth on side of Parkway North
Allegheny
Hearing on Millvale’s emergency request to borrow $2 million delayed
Heavy snowfall in Pittsburgh to be followed by extreme cold
West View schedules meeting for public input on new municipal building
Wilkinsburg residence 1st in state to earn EnerPHit certification from Passive House Institute
Quaker Valley School District closed Tuesday due to snow, below-freezing temperatures
Shaler Area communities digging out from major snowfall
Hospital staff sleep over as Pittsburgh-area facilities stay open through major snowstorm
PRT suspends service until Monday morning; Westmoreland Transit service halted until noon Monday
Fire destroys 2 North Versailles homes
2 men shot in Edgewood found in crashed car in Point Breeze, county police say
Westmoreland
Ligonier Twp. supervisors tell Country Market leaders and landowner to settle their differences
$250,000 winning Cash 5 ticket sold in Unity
Lower Burrell man charged in Mogie’s shooting declared competent to stand trial
2 elderly residents escape house fire in North Huntingdon
Hempfield OKs purchase of $1M pumper truck for fire department
‘We just kept going’: Westmoreland County road crews battle large snowstorm
Historic Westmoreland County Courthouse closure: First full snow day since 1999
Ligonier Country Market facing possible move after lease terminated, director says in email to vendors
Fire damages Derry Township tavern
Heavy snowfall in Pittsburgh to be followed by extreme cold
Valley News Dispatch
Southern Allegheny Valley Emergency Services lands $242,700 federal boost for turnout gear
West Deer Cub Scouts use snowfall to raise money for church roof
Lower Burrell’s new training proves crucial in snowstorm
Fox Chapel’s Cooper-Siegel library opens $2.5M expansion, ‘a space where ideas can flourish’
Freeport Area educator appointed to Burrell School Board
New Kensington-Arnold considers adding in-house ESL service, phasing out French
Scott Blasey to headline benefit concert for Highland Hose in Tarentum
The Stroller, Jan. 27, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Snow storm transforms Winter Field Day from practice to real-life for ham radio operators
Oakmont Council welcomes 2 student representatives
Regional
Winter storm provides Western Pa. schools a chance to show flexible instruction in action
Pittsburgh International Airport still pummeled by storm-related disruptions
Morning Roundup: Driver trapped in Robinson crash; man stabbed in Beaver County
Snow cancels classes, Western Pa. district officials weigh challenges as cold approaches
Proposed PennWest program cuts spark union concerns
Widespread closures include courts, stores, schools
Slammed with snow, Western Pa. braces for deep freeze, dangerous roads and widespread shutdownsVideo
Western Pennsylvania musicians prove age is no barrier to playing liveVideo
Suicide threat thwarted by State Police at Indiana Regional Medical Center, man in custody
Region preparing for largest snowfall in over a decade, but expected to arrive later than previously forecast
Bethel Park Journal
Bethel Park notebook: Wrestler captures county championship
Bethel Park’s Xavier Jackson relishes chance to cap high school career at all-star game
Bethel Park’s Charlie Simmons honored for work on, off the field
Youngsters learn while helping others at MLK Day event in Bethel Park
Bethel Park School Board reorganizes
Paczki are back at Western Pennsylvania bakeries
In brief: Holiday concert, Rotary scholarship and more around Bethel Park
Bethel Park student achievements for the week of Dec. 9, 2025
Ruthfred Acres Woman’s Club crafters make blankets for foster children
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 7, 2025
Bridgeville Signal Item
Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of Jan. 26, 2026
Updated Carlynton graduation requirements focus on real-world skills
Upgraded pedestrian crossing planned for Bower Hill Road in Bridgeville
Quaker Valley regional government director Patrick Conners resigns to take same job with South Hills council
Carnegie Carnegie to host Civil War symposium
Plans advance for Chartiers Valley High School renovation project
Chartiers Valley girl, family sue district over alleged sexual abuse by fellow pupil in 3rd grade
Chartiers Valley revamps high school courses
New Carnegie mayor is youngest in borough’s history
Chartiers Valley schedules special meeting for district improvements plan
Fox Chapel Herald
Fox Chapel Area School District residents dig out after major snowstorm
Fox Chapel Herald notebook: Foxes’ Lyla Jablon surpasses scoring milestone
Trip to county finals rewarding for Fox Chapel senior wrestler
Fox Chapel freshman wrestler sees hard work pay off with breakthrough win
Pitt to honor Shady Side Academy girls basketball coach Jonna Burke
In brief: Happenings from across the Fox Chapel area
Indiana Township woman combines fitness and full-time work as a probation officer in Allegheny County
Southern Allegheny Valley Emergency Services lands $242,700 federal boost for turnout gear
Officials from Fox Chapel-area communities issue warnings, reminders for folks ahead of pending snowstorm
Cronuts and cruffins among Mexican-themed delights at newly opened Gordo’s Cafe & Cantina in O’Hara
Monroeville Times Express
In meeting of 2 of WPIAL’s brightest stars, Lincoln Park pulls away from Gateway
Gateway boys smother Franklin Regional, pull 2 games ahead in standings
Gateway thespians deliver heartfelt performance of ‘Almost, Maine’
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 18, 2026
Gateway School Board to vote on real estate assessment appeals, recognizes principal, board
Monroeville area: Mini golf fundraiser, Medicare seminar, winter revival, super bingo and more
Gateway grad Dino Nadarevic gets college career underway at Duquesne
Gateway swimmers working hard to build foundation for rest of season
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 11, 2026
Tamburitzan alum takes on new role as artistic director
Murrysville Star
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Franklin Regional boys, girls earn team titles at WCCA swim meet
Gateway boys smother Franklin Regional, pull 2 games ahead in standings
‘It shook the entire house’: Neighbors describe rescue after Delmont apartment explosion
North Huntingdon man involved in Salem vehicle crash has died
WCCA swimming championships should have different look this year
Man flown to hospital following apparent explosion at Delmont apartmentVideo
Murrysville area: K-9 fundraiser dinner, dress donations, cheer clinic, more
Franklin Regional clips Norwin for section title in matchup of top 2 teams in Class 3A
Judge tosses criminal case against man accused of causing trooper overdose in Delmont drug sting
North Journal
North Hills area communities digging out from major snowfall
Ross officials advise residents to stay home if possible during winter storm
26th annual Unity Breakfast channels King’s message of being ‘a catalyst for change’
Highland Avenue focus of safety improvements in West View following fatal crash
In brief: Happenings across the North Hills Journal area
At the library: Here are some upcoming programs at Northland Public Library
New North Hills swimming coach building trust within program
North Hills’ Paige Hollengberger a unique multi-sport athlete
Alma mater comes calling as North Hills hires 4-time WPIAL champ Eric Kasperowicz as football coach
North Hills School District announces key dates for students, job fair to fill 15 teaching positions
Norwin Star
Irwin, North Huntingdon garbage collection delayed
Norwin notebook: Cross country coach honored as state’s best
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Norwin area: Cubcake fundraiser, stream bank restoration, scholarships, more
Franklin Regional clips Norwin for section title in matchup of top 2 teams in Class 3A
Norwin School District sets property tax hike limit
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 18, 2026
Norwin library to create children’s story walk at Irwin Park
Path that started at Norwin carries Indiana offensive coordinator Mike Shanahan to brink of national title
Irwin bridge closed after hole opens in deck of structure
Penn Hills Progress
Penn Hills native still stunned after performing in Billy Joel’s return to stageVideo
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 18, 2026
Penn Hills defense smothers struggling Kiski Area
In brief: Happenings across the Penn Hills area
Here are some upcoming events at Penn Hills Library
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 11, 2026
Road to more wins starts at the free-throw line for Penn Hills girls
Penn Hills boys hungry to pile up wins
Mechanical malfunction leads to Penn Hills school bus fire
Penn Hills mayor challenges interim manager appointment process
Penn-Trafford Star
Woman sentenced for shooting Penn Township roommate with century-old shotgun
Westmoreland developments: Longtime Penn Township restaurant for sale, dog grooming salon opens in Hempfield
Bushy Run Battlefield museum manager to depart post
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 18, 2026
Franklin Regional boys turn back Penn-Trafford behind Logan Walter’s 32 points
Penn-Trafford graduate, former Wisconsin RB Cade Yacamelli transfers to Miami (Ohio)
Penn Township to gather public input on latest rezoning proposal
Penn Township fires finance director after about 5 months on the job
As Penn-Trafford wrestlers get healthy, optimism grows
Penn-Trafford notebook: Sean Goodman’s hat trick sparks hockey team
Plum Advance Leader
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Plum says it’s short on salt, tells residents to avoid unnecessary travel
Plum High School honored by Special Olympics for unified sports teams
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 18, 2026
Riley Stephans scores 29, Tamia West stuffs stat sheet as Plum tops Franklin Regional
Plum begins vast addition, renovation project at O’Block Elementary
Plum girls grab section lead with win against Fox Chapel
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Jan. 12, 2026
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 11, 2026
Plum’s Alaina Claassen, Saphia Davis stacking wins ahead of postseason tournaments
Sewickley Herald
Edgeworth officials hold the line on real estate taxes, maintain services
Leet officials looking to establish hunting regulations on township property
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Sewickley sports notebook: Quaker Valley hockey secures back-to-back shutouts
Quaker Valley swimmers ramp up for postseason meets
Quaker Valley boys in driver’s seat as stretch run draws near
Plarn workshop, children’s ministry and more at Sewickley area churches
Glen Osborne officials seek volunteers to fill council vacancy
Edgeworth reappoints council president, vice president as part of reorganization
Quaker Valley regional government director Patrick Conners resigns to take same job with South Hills council
Shaler Journal
Florida man admits setting parked car on fire in Etna, police say
9th annual Hygge New Year event brings self-care to Millvale
At the library: Here are some upcoming events at the Glenshaw, Millvale and Shaler North Hills facilities
Shaler’s Ruckus Cafe expands to 2nd location in Pittsburgh
In brief: Happenings from across the Shaler Journal area
Former player, assistant Ben Yeckel steps in to lead Shaler baseball program
Key win builds confidence for young Shaler girls lineup after significant injury
Judge delays ruling on Millvale’s $2M emergency loan request
Judge signals support for emergency $2M loan for Millvale
Millvale man accused of firing shotgun, threatening to kill woman with school bus nearby
South Hills Record
Thomas Jefferson sophomore takes game worldwide at softball tournament in Netherlands
Big season brewing for Thomas Jefferson boys, girls basketball
South Hills Record notebook: Thomas Jefferson workhorse back recognized
2-sport star at Baldwin, Duquesne to join 2 halls of fame in a week
Brentwood swimmer keeps lowering school record, striving to reach more goals
Nailed it: Baldwin wins school’s 1st PIAA competitive spirit championship
‘Really special’: 3 Bernotas sisters team up for Baldwin girls basketball
Captains hit right notes for Baldwin’s championship competitive spirit team
South Hills real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
South Hills student achievements for the week of Jan. 27, 2026