Western PA Local News
Pittsburgh
Offbeat Pittsburgh: How artist Baron Batch turned Pittsburgh into his canvas
‘I don’t want golf to take over the park’: Squirrel Hill residents push back on plans to upgrade Schenley Park golf course
The inside story of how a Bloomfield fatal arson conviction unraveled
Pa. is among 10 states that do not compensate the wrongfully convicted
ShotSpotter survives legal challenge in Pittsburgh case amid scrutiny of technology
Pittsburgh bill would tax skill games like poker, slot, claw machinesVideo
Pittsburgh police say missing 12-year-old girl found safe
Wilkinsburg man indicted after threats against the president and a senator
Piece of historic copper brew kettle stolen from Penn Brewery
Kennywood Bites and Pints festival opens with new French and German menus
Allegheny
Delayed air quality permits from state, Allegheny County raise concerns about pollution
Harmar man guilty of forging signatures to get congressional hopeful on 2022 ballot
Wilkinsburg man indicted after threats against the president and a senator
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Allegheny County Council president steps down from post amid mailer controversy
3 century-old bridges in Millvale to be replaced in 2028 and 2029
Woodland Hills district begins formal hearing against suspended superintendentVideo
Morning Roundup: Police rescue man from scaffolding in Brookline; car strikes pedestrian in Pitcairn
Survivors’ stories a highlight of open house at McCandless-Franklin Park Ambulance Authority
Jury begins deliberations in forged-signature trial tied to 2022 congressional race
Westmoreland
Police: Ligonier Township man pointed gun at another driver on Route 30
Greensburg’s Victorian Lady of Academy Hill tea parlor seeks new owner
Township OKs purchase of flood-prone Hempfield home near Slate Creek
Westmoreland happenings: Memorial Day events, strawberry festivals, gardening seminars, more
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: May 22-25
Limited-edition exhibit ‘Gilded Glamour’ is open at Westmoreland Museum of American Art
Former Export workers give hydrants a fresh patriotic makeoverVideo
Penn-Trafford graduates 302 in its Class of 2026
Westmoreland County water authority drops fees, offers free lead pipe replacementsVideo
Hanna’s Town farmers market kicks off this weekend
Valley News Dispatch
Leechburg Area Pool postpones opening
Dozens turn out to dress Prospect Cemetery in Brackenridge for Memorial Day
Sweeping improvements expected for PRT bus routes in Tarentum, Harrison, Brackenridge and New Kensington
7 ‘unsafe’ buildings coming down in Harrison, more to follow
Pittsburgh Brewing Co. to host 2nd annual Rockin’ Regatta
Harmar man guilty of forging signatures to get congressional hopeful on 2022 ballot
Protesters call for state gift ban and end to Pittsburgh rodeo at Sen. Joe Pittman’s New Kensington office
New Kensington shelter dogs benefit from increased volunteerism — in part, thanks to MiaVideo
Neighboring Springdale churches now both for sale
Brackenridge water tap-in fees see steep increase
Regional
Sarris Candies to open factory store in Washington County
Electric bills to increase for Duquesne Light, West Penn Power customers
Scott Timko edges out Ethan Nicholas to earn GOP nod in 12th state House District
Expect a cooler, stormy Memorial Day weekend in Pittsburgh region
Morning Roundup: Patient steals ambulance in Beaver County; car fire and collision in Knoxville
Late-season freeze puts chill on fruit harvests across the region
Western Pa. Muslims ‘ultra vigilant’ after fatal San Diego mosque shooting
IUP increases room capacity as student demand for on-campus housing spikes
Western Pa. law enforcement officers participate in 150-mile run for Special OlympicsVideo
Morning Roundup: Special Olympics torch run launches at PNC Park; $1M lottery ticket sold in Butler County
Bethel Park Journal
Bethel Park Public Library joins America250PA initiative
In brief: Spring artist market, South Hills Chorale concert and more in Bethel Park
Bethel Park Baseball welcomes new scoreboards
4 new Eagle Scouts honored from Bethel Park’s Troop 4
Bethel Park student achievements for the week of April 21, 2026
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of April 19, 2026
Bethel Park still seeking consistency midway through baseball season
Ruthfred Acres Woman’s Club lives up to its mission
Bethel Park’s Will Sabatos commits to Miami (Ohio)
Bethel Park baseball celebrates ‘Buddies at the Ballfield’
Bridgeville Signal Item
Youth recognized for helping with Bridgeville Earth Day cleanup
Proposed Chartiers Valley budget holds the line on taxes
Fred Astaire Dance Studio opens in Collier
Cheerios box campaign shines light on South Fayette boy’s fight with rare disease
South Fayette baseball comes through in 6th, beats Franklin Regional
Marc ‘Bubba’ Snider is a radio host, restaurant owner and pro wrestler, but coaching baseball is his passion
Carnegie man in ICE custody granted bond hearing by judge
Bridgeville woman accused of stealing $18K from Chartiers Valley choral boosters account
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of April 20, 2026 and beyond
Carnegie Carnegie celebrates 125 years
Fox Chapel Herald
Fox Chapel thrower Claire Conti ready for anything as high school career winds down
Petal to the metal: Shaler artist sculpting pollinator piece for Sharpsburg Community Garden
End of North Hills-area group garbage contract could spark broader discussion on future of trash collection
O’Hara massage therapist creates calming, client-focused experience
WWII vet Emily Drake receives honorary degree from RMU, 8 decades after quitting school to enlist
Indiana Township’s annual touch-a-truck event merges with open house at Town Hall
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of May 17, 2026
Fox Chapel softball coming to grips with playoff loss
Fox Chapel notebook: Clarion’s Jacob Patterson earns All-PSAC honors
Monroeville Times Express
Faces of the Valley: Local counselor starts wellness initiative for mental health education
Sri Venkateswara Temple in Penn Hills celebrating 50 years
Letter to the editor: 400-plus community cleanup volunteers make a big impact
Gateway sports notebook: Gators track and field athletes shine at Baldwin Invitational
Mt. Pleasant library will host 3rd annual local author expo
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transfers for the week of May 10, 2026
Monroeville man taken into custody following standoff
Plum Area Ladies Society celebrates America’s 250th anniversary at banquet
Mother of Monroeville driver killed in I-79 crash sues trucking companies
Monroeville girl in running for Junior Ranger competition’s top spot
Murrysville Star
Judge revokes Delmont man’s bond despite girlfriend’s recanting of assault allegations
Murrysville man pleads guilty to baseball bat assault
Murrysville area: Museum passes, barn quilt class, car show, more
Murrysville woman once came face-to-face with ‘Little Joe’ the gorilla
Franklin Regional grad Toryn Fulton wraps up stellar freshman softball season at South Florida
New Liberty Wrestling Club in Murrysville offers dedicated space for girls
Murrysville Medic One driver charged with possession of child porn on work computer
Verona rowing club prepares for regional championships in Ohio
Jury finds Delmont woman guilty of 3rd-degree murder in adopted son’s death
Murrysville area: Children’s fishing derby, Symphony East season finale, car show, more
North Journal
North Hills students rebuild sign welcoming visitors to Perrysville in Ross
Ross police accuse man of taking $280K from wife
End of North Hills-area group garbage contract could spark broader discussion on future of trash collection
Letter to the editor: License plate readers make communities safer
Beaver County woman found driving stolen SUV in Ross
Millvale resident accused of assaulting man who came to defense of Sheetz worker in Ross
High-flying North Hills pole vaulters breaking records, pushing each other
North Hills softball gets hungry, rebounds in season’s 2nd half
Ross/West View EMS launches pre-hospital blood program serving North Hills area
North Hills High School stages mock crash day before prom
Norwin Star
Longtime North Huntingdon barbershop owner Donald Nagy dies at 91
Western Pa. law enforcement officers participate in 150-mile run for Special OlympicsVideo
Norwin area: Passes for museums, Sage’s Army events, poker run, more
Norwin notebook: Knights earn 4th seed for WPIAL baseball playoffs
Chipotle to demolish former Denny’s restaurant in Irwin
Irwin to build temporary detour road around closed Colony Drive bridge
Norwin area: Pierogi sale, summer kickoff event, poker run, more
Pine-Richland stuns Norwin in Class 6A quarterfinals with 6 runs in final inningVideo
Mt. Pleasant library will host 3rd annual local author expo
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transfers for the week of May 10, 2026
Penn Hills Progress
Parking restrictions scheduled for Allegheny River Boulevard
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of May 17, 2026
Verona rowing club prepares for regional championships in Ohio
Verona Farmers Market taking a hiatus this summer
Morning Roundup: Police seek driver who killed dog with car in West Homestead; 3-month road closures in Penn Hills to start
Here are some upcoming events at Penn Hills Library
Sri Venkateswara Temple in Penn Hills celebrating 50 years
In brief: Happenings throughout the Penn Hills area
Penn Hills notebook: Amon Hawthorne headed to Slippery Rock
Undersized but undaunted, Isaiah MacFarland helps Penn Hills end 34-game skid
Penn-Trafford Star
Penn-Trafford again relies on solid pitching, timely hitting in win over Fox ChapelVideo
Penn-Trafford girls lacrosse emerges as perennial playoff team after tough early years
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transfers for the week of May 10, 2026
Full Count: Luke Novosel aims to keep Pirates healthy in dream job as head athletic trainer
Penn Township presents latest rezoning plan, targeting June adoption
Penn-Trafford tentative budget includes 4-mill tax hike
Pitching, defense do it again as Penn-Trafford wins section title
Penn-Trafford defense stands out in victory over Franklin RegionalVideo
P-T field hockey coach Dutt retires
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of May 3, 2026
Plum Advance Leader
Plum administrator promoted to deputy superintendent
Sophomore Evan Smirniw leads Upper St. Clair to surprising rout of Plum in Class 5A 1st round
Plum softball snaps playoff losing streak, beats TrinityVideo
High on the hilltop, neighbors in Plum’s Logans Ferry Heights stay connected
A-K Valley high school softball playoff preview capsules for May 12, 2026
A-K Valley baseball capsules for May 12, 2026
Divided Plum School Board heads toward almost 3% tax increase
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of May 11, 2026
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transfers for the week of May 10, 2026
Shaler shuts out Plum to win inaugural WPIAL flag football championship
Sewickley Herald
Tapas Talks hosts Sandy Cooper for talk about holistic health and wellness
Sewickley Heights police chief search, investigation costs $26K
Quaker Valley School District officials approve 2026-27 budget
Quaker Valley High School students mark prom milestone
In brief: Aleppo VFD open house, Colosimo golf outing and more in Sewickley area
Leetsdale, Leet and Bell Acres firefighters move forward with merger
Sewickley Academy boys lacrosse focused on playing to potential
All-time leading scorer Lucy Roig plays starring role with Quaker Valley girls lacrosse
Senior class lays groundwork for growth of Quaker Valley boys lacrosse program
Eden Christian baseball carries momentum into playoffs
Shaler Journal
Petal to the metal: Shaler artist sculpting pollinator piece for Sharpsburg Community Garden
Shaler’s new pool bathhouse ready for Memorial Day weekend, but weather looking to be a problem
Etna Councilman Brad Iannuzzi resigns, is hired as borough’s assistant manager
Teachers look to revive the student band scene at Shaler Area High SchoolVideo
End of North Hills-area group garbage contract could spark broader discussion on future of trash collection
Responding to families’ concerns, Shaler Area to have Pre-K Counts at 2 locations for 2026-27 school year
In brief: Happenings from across the Shaler Journal area
At the library: Upcoming events at the Glenshaw, Millvale and Shaler North Hills libraries
Millvale resident accused of assaulting man who came to defense of Sheetz worker in Ross
Shaler boys volleyball looking forward to playoff pressure
South Hills Record
Despite missing 2 starters, Thomas Jefferson boys volleyball team downs Deer Lakes
Heart of Riverside order steps up in Class 2A 1st-round win over Brentwood
South Park’s Cooper Hochendoner no-hits Keystone Oaks but laments 1 that got away
A-K Valley high school softball playoff preview capsules for May 12, 2026
Baldwin High School students paint portraits of centenarians
Upper St. Clair schools budget calls for 3% property tax increase
Trib HSSN diamond team of the week for April 26, 2026Video
Thomas Jefferson beats Baldwin in winner-take-all clash for section title
In brief: Wildflower Walk, elementary school farewells and more in South Hills
A boy, a racquet and a dream: Whitehall teen, a Ukrainian refugee, excels on Baldwin tennis team