Western PA Local News

Snow is 'right on schedule' to hit Western Pa.

Point Park to help Ohio students hit by university program cuts

Through the years: Dick Cheney's visits to Western Pa.

Attack on UPMC Altoona employee causes cracked skull, brain bleed

Election Day storylines: What to watch

Morning Roundup: 6 injured in Greene County mine incident; thieves target Hyundai, Kia vehicles

Giant Eagle doesn't plan on another penny collection

Study says long-term melatonin use may pose heart risks

Kids home for Election Day? Here are some local activities

A nationwide penny shortage leaves businesses in the dark without government guidelines

Makes a lot of cents: Giant Eagle issues over $2 million in gift cards through penny exchange

Bantam Jeep building in Butler destroyed by fire

High-stakes Pa. judicial races, mail-in voting to boost election turnout, experts predict

Penny haul of 70 pounds cashed in with Giant Eagle exchange

PennWest review aims to make programs stronger; some existing could 'sunset'

Former airplane hangar, grain silo offers country-chic Airbnb stay in Butler County

Western Pennsylvania goes batty for Halloween

Proposal by Pa. Dems would provide $62M to help with SNAP fallout

Somerset County sheriff charged with corruption of minors

Franklin Regional perseveres, beats Bethel Park to earn return trip to WPIAL title game

Bethel Park student achievements for the week of Oct. 28, 2025

Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Unsung hero Jack Johnson packs punch for Bethel Park defense

Workhorse David Dennison fuels high-octane Bethel Park offense

Bethel Park savors 3rd straight section title, wants more

Bark or Treat at Hartwood Acres Park

7 candidates vie for 4 Bethel Park School Board seats

Bethel Park honors residents over age 90

Ave Maria Academy balloon rosary connects students through prayer

Bethel Park council race has 4 contested wards

Bethel Park councilmen honor Joey Fabus with memorial bench

Jack Allen faces Jon Lloyd in Bethel Park mayoral race

Doubles victory lifts Quaker Valley in WPIAL team tennis thriller; Shady Side Academy reigns in 3A

Upper St. Clair outscores Bethel Park for important Allegheny Six win

Bethel Park School District program promotes reading relatability

Franklin Park teen establishes nonprofit clothing company to help victims of domestic abuse

Moon edges Bethel Park in Allegheny Six Conference opener

North Allegheny among 6 Western Pa. districts accepted into League of Innovative Schools

Fox Chapel finds golden goal in final minutes, stops South Fayette bid for WPIAL 3-peat

Chartiers Valley to deploy AI school safety platform

8 alums inducted into South Fayette's hall of fame

Fox Chapel, South Fayette again to face off for WPIAL Class 3A girls soccer title

In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of Oct. 27, 2025 and beyond

Building connections: Fall teen programming update; welcome to youth library assistant

Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of Oct. 26, 2025

8 candidates in running for 4 Bridgeville Council seats

Falcioni, LaSota square off for Heidelberg mayor; council race has 4 candidates

Carlynton's 'Literacy Under the Lights' engages kids with reading

Cruise Lamanna's goal in 2OT lifts Franklin Regional past Chartiers Valley in WPIAL quarters

Plum girls take care of business in WPIAL 1st round with shutout of Chartiers Valley

McLaughlin Run Bridge No. 6 in Bridgeville to be repaired

Led by Tyler Eber, Thomas Jefferson grounds and pounds Chartiers Valley to secure playoff spot

Copeland, DeBlasio candidates for Bridgeville mayor

6 seek 3 seats on Collier Commissioners board

Colts bolt: Annual run a fun day for Chartiers Valley youngsters

3 incumbents, 2 newcomers in Carlynton School Board race

5 candidates seek 4 seats on the Chartiers Valley School Board

Fox Chapel, Shady Side Academy runners find stride at WPIAL cross country meet

Fox Chapel area student achievements for the week of Nov. 4, 2025

Fox Chapel Area High School performers prepare for fall play 'Our Town'

Sharpsburg native a law enforcement staple for 35 years

Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 2, 2025

A-K Valley high school athletes of the week for week ending Nov. 2, 2025

Fox Chapel tops Seneca Valley in penalty kick shootout to win WPIAL 4A crown

Door Dash driver admits stealing packages from porches in multiple communities including Greensburg, Fox Chapel and Plum

Human trafficking and how to help will be the subject of Fox Chapel presentation

Folino family brings The Bocce House to O'Hara

In WPIAL final, Fox Chapel seeks 3rd win of season vs. Seneca Valley

Townhouse plans changed, approved for former Aspinwall church site

Mansions at Lake MacLeod in Pine to be featured in Symphony Splendor House Tour

New, fresh foods market will end 'food desert' in Sharpsburg

Shady Side Academy gets past Aquinas Academy for record-tying 22nd WPIAL field hockey title

Fox Chapel finds golden goal in final minutes, stops South Fayette bid for WPIAL 3-peat

Fox Chapel captures elusive WPIAL field hockey title

Retired Hampton officer finds calling at Blessed Trinity, Holy Cross schools

In brief: New library partnership, paranormal fundraiser and more in Sharpsburg area

3 of 4 Hampton School Board members re-elected; Democrat beats Republican for 4th seat

Smallsgrass jam session in Millvale brings together bluegrass aficionados of all skill levels

3rd annual Diwali celebration shines light on Indian holiday, collects food for local pantries

In brief: Happenings across the Hampton Journal area

Hampton’s Rebekah Hall completes comeback with WPIAL cross country title

Mansions at Lake MacLeod in Pine to be featured in Symphony Splendor House Tour

North Hills Community Outreach welcomes donations to help others during SNAP pause

Hampton resident presses for action on intersection in need of stop control mechanism

Retired Hampton officer finds calling at Blessed Trinity, Holy Cross schools

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Bark or Treat at Hartwood Acres Park

North Hills Community Outreach's breakfast for local leaders emphasizes need for collaboration

In brief: Happenings in the Hampton area

Hampton High School principal provided spark for CMU coding academy for high-schoolers

Get hooked: Rug-making craft event to be held at Shaler North Hills Library

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 19, 2026

Hampton's Josh Wukitch motivated for return to WPIAL championships

Hampton girls soccer goes into attack mode to earn WPIAL playoff spot

‘Life-changing’: Task force promotes advocacy, education for families of children with disabilities

Local artists 'raccoonize' creative uses for Rainbow Raccoon Park in Millvale

Smallsgrass jam session in Millvale brings together bluegrass aficionados of all skill levels

3rd annual Diwali celebration shines light on Indian holiday, collects food for local pantries

Shaler downs Kiski Area for 1st playoff victory since 2009

Etna, Reserve to continue talks on regional police force, cite higher cost as a concern

Mansions at Lake MacLeod in Pine to be featured in Symphony Splendor House Tour

North Hills Community Outreach welcomes donations to help others during SNAP pause

Kiski Area, Shaler looking to snap lengthy winless droughts in WPIAL playoffs

Lane restrictions scheduled for Route 8 in Shaler, Etna, PennDOT announces

Titans playoff game prompts Etna, Shaler to start trick-or-treating early

2023 Shaler Area graduate killed in hit-and-run on Pennsylvania Turnpike, state police say

Permits may allow metal detecting at Shaler's Fall Run Park; finds to be displayed at library 

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Bark or Treat at Hartwood Acres Park

North Hills Community Outreach's breakfast for local leaders emphasizes need for collaboration

Shaler Area High School thespians to stage 3 showings of 'Best Christmas Pageant Ever'

Free store open to all students at Shaler Area High School

Shaler schedules presentation for parks and recreation master plan

Shaler Area teens inspired by Eradicate Hate Student Summit in Pittsburgh

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 2, 2025

Private investigator, retired police chief talks shop at Monroeville library

Monroeville library features work of local sports artist

Monroeville area: Fall Swing Bingo, ceramics presentation, Thanksgiving dinners, more

Tips for Cops fundraiser has huge turnout; organizers set goal of $6,000 to help needy

Wilmerding teen charged with homicide in double fatal shooting in Pitcairn

Schools working to keep children fed ahead of potential SNAP benefits shutdown

'Dawn of the Dead' fans haunt Monroeville Mall, mourn film site's proposed demolition

Young Gateway volleyball team builds for future

Gateway caps conference play with win over Latrobe

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Only 1 seat in play for Monroeville council; multiple candidates running unopposed

7 candidates vie for 4 Gateway school board seats

Monroeville area: Pumpkin patch, bingo, pancake breakfast, more

5 candidates compete for 4 Pitcairn council seats

Gateway will honor veterans, mark end of Vietnam War

Gateway parents request competitive cheer team, board laments state budget impasse

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 19, 2025

Monroeville Heritage Day spotlights appreciation of history, preservation

Ex-detective from Murrysville accused of giving athlete son Adderall, testosterone held for trial

Westmoreland County PIAA soccer playoff preview capsule for Nov. 4, 2025

Franklin Regional soccer maintains standard through coaching roller coaster

Franklin Regional in the running for billionaire's $1M education award

Pumpkin projectiles: Penn Township brewery holds Pumpkin Pitchin' charity event 

Franklin Regional notebook: Panthers gain experience during trying football season

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 2, 2025

West Allegheny rallies past Franklin Regional to capture WPIAL boys soccer championship

Franklin Regional boys soccer teams hopes to ride defense to WPIAL title

Murrysville massage parlor worker pleads guilty to prostitution

Franklin Regional perseveres, beats Bethel Park to earn return trip to WPIAL title game

Murrsyville man held for trial after attack with baseball bat

Franklin Regional students prepare for battle in 'Lion, Witch & the Wardrobe'

Murrysville council rejects rezoning request for multi-phase development off Wilson Road

Murrysville considers creating registry for vacant properties

Schools working to keep children fed ahead of potential SNAP benefits shutdown

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Write-ins help fill slate of candidates for Delmont council

Franklin Regional boys soccer bolstered by high seed in WPIAL playoffs

Democrats sweep North Hills School Board election, returning 3 of 4 incumbents

Smallsgrass jam session in Millvale brings together bluegrass aficionados of all skill levels

3rd annual Diwali celebration shines light on Indian holiday, collects food for local pantries

Bethel Park pulls away from North Hills in Class 5A 1st round, sets up Peters Township rematch

North Hills Community Outreach welcomes donations to help others during SNAP pause

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Bark or Treat at Hartwood Acres Park

North Hills Community Outreach's breakfast for local leaders emphasizes need for collaboration

Get hooked: Rug-making craft event to be held at Shaler North Hills Library

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 19, 2026

North Hills girls tennis posts breakthrough year

North Hills notebook: After slow start, Indians start to find success

‘Life-changing’: Task force promotes advocacy, education for families of children with disabilities

Illusionist to headline fundraiser to end shame of substance abuse, mental health disorders

North Hills marks Homecoming 2025 with close pink-out game against Shaler, night of dancing

Suspect in Ross Park Mall shooting surrenders to police; 2 other juveniles charged

100-year-old D-Day veteran recounts his life, service for West View church senior lunch crowd

At the library: Here are some upcoming programs at Northland Public Library

Ross residents to choose commissioners in 4 of 9 voting wards

Norwin notebook: 3 soccer players earn all-WPIAL honors

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 2, 2025

Dancin' In The Streets

Norwin, Shady Side Academy girls, Quaker Valley’s Jonah Montagnese run to PIAA gold

Irwin: 5 seeking 4 seats on council

North Huntingdon fire station sued for wrongful death

Game commission seeks information after deer is illegally shot in North Huntingdon

Fire damages Irwin home undergoing renovations

6 Westmoreland karate athletes recognized at international competition

Haunted Path in Irwin: Fascination with Halloween helps feed the needy

Seneca Valley perfect from penalty spot in Class 4A shootout win over Norwin

Westmoreland high school soccer playoff preview capsule for Oct. 27, 2025

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Plum boys outlast Norwin in penalty shootout to advance to soccer semifinals

Norwin soccer teams relish home playoff games before stadium remodel

Giovanni Rothrauff rushes for career-record 260 yards as Norwin clips Mt. Lebanon to clinch 3rd place

Freshman helps Norwin to 2OT playoff win over Mt. Lebanon

Norwin girls, Hempfield boys win WPIAL 3A cross country titles

Norwin set for one last football game before massive stadium renovation

Hebron Church in Penn Hills, which dates to township's founding, marks 175th anniversary

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 2, 2025

Tips for Cops fundraiser has huge turnout; organizers set goal of $6,000 to help needy

Penn Hills middle school swim team reaching new heights

Fall ball program the latest signpost in Penn Hills baseball's rebuilding efforts

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Mustang miracle: Plum beats Penn Hills on kicker's last-second TD on blocked field goal

In brief: Happenings in the Penn Hills area

7 candidates look to fill 4 Penn Hills School Board seats

3 candidates look to fill 2 seats on Penn Hills Council

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 19, 2025

Portion of Penn Hills roadway closed after water main break Saturday

Federal authorities announce the apprehension of 19 fugitives

‘Life-changing’: Task force promotes advocacy, education for families of children with disabilities

Verona high-rise evacuated after police say man intentionally set off sprinklers

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 12, 2025

Fugitive taken into custody in Penn Hills as part of FBI drug trafficking investigation Thursday

Authorities mum about FBI activity on Veronica Drive in Penn Hills

Lower Burrell VFW's Vietnam-era helicopter restored with help from Forbes Road students

Pumpkin projectiles: Penn Township brewery holds Pumpkin Pitchin' charity event 

Bye week before playoff opener no vacation for Penn-Trafford football

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 2, 2025

6 Westmoreland karate athletes recognized at international competition

Penn-Trafford profile: Senior field hockey player Caeley Simon

Penn-Trafford notebook: Mia Williams geared up for PIAA tennis tournament

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Yacamelli leads Penn-Trafford as Warriors celebrate senior night with win over Latrobe

Penn-Trafford freshman installs 'Kindness Rock Garden' at Children's Home

Penn-Trafford notebook: Ben Grabowski keys win over rival Franklin Regional

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 19, 2025

Highlight-reel goal helps Mars boys soccer advance past Penn-Trafford in WPIAL 1st round

Penn-Trafford cruises past Armstrong to seize playoff spot

Theatre Factory prepares to stage 'Beetlejuice Jr.'

Penn-Trafford inducts 8 alumni into Hall of Fame

Penn-Trafford notebook: Warriors rally to keep the Victory Bell

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 12, 2025

Grabowski's big runs help Penn-Trafford race past rival Franklin Regional

Penn Township dental office plans free care day for veterans, service members

Smallsgrass jam session in Millvale brings together bluegrass aficionados of all skill levels

3rd annual Diwali celebration shines light on Indian holiday, collects food for local pantries

Pine's comprehensive plan open house draws residents' feedback on township priorities

At the library: A roundup of events at Northern Tier Library

In brief: Happenings across the Pine Creek Journal area

Peters Township sweeps Pine-Richland to win 1st WPIAL girls volleyball title

Tight playoff losses end seasons full of highlights for Pine-Richland boys, girls soccer

Mansions at Lake MacLeod in Pine to be featured in Symphony Splendor House Tour

North Hills Community Outreach welcomes donations to help others during SNAP pause

Mindful of budget, Pine eyes options to upgrade Northern Regional police station

Pine-Richland wins road game vs. North Allegheny to claim 7th straight WPIAL field hockey title

Northern Regional Police Department, towns weigh pros, cons of options for headquarters

$56K parent-teacher group gift to place roof over Eden Hall outdoor classroom in Richland

$3M winning Golden Ticket scratch-off sold at Richland Shop ’n Save

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Bark or Treat at Hartwood Acres Park

Dyslexia simulation reveals challenges 20% of population faces

McCandless-Franklin Park Ambulance Authority in talks with AHN on new ambulance post

New Kensington native Jonna Banko to be part of Rockettes' 100th anniversary

Plum students plan to thank vets, educate community with Veterans Day events

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 2, 2025

Plum-based Knights of Columbus offers dozens of winter coats to local students

After quick Plum score, Upper St. Clair dominates to win going away

Plum teen uses artistic skills, special effects makeup to create unique looks

Fox Chapel ousts Plum to keep WPIAL repeat bid alive

Sophomore nets OT winner to send Fox Chapel past Plum to WPIAL finals

A-K Valley high school soccer playoff preview capsules for Oct. 28, 2025

In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Oct. 27, 2025

A-K Valley high school soccer playoff preview capsules for Oct. 27, 2025

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

Plum boys outlast Norwin in penalty shootout to advance to soccer semifinals

Plum golfers cap season at WPIAL tournament

Senior class helps Plum volleyball tackle season's challenges with gusto

Mustang miracle: Plum beats Penn Hills on kicker's last-second TD on blocked field goal

Plum girls finally notch playoff win over Mars

8 candidates vie for 4 seats on Plum Council

4 Republicans, 4 Democrats seek open seats on Plum School Board

Family of late oncology nurse starts CCAC endowment for non-traditional students

Sewickley area student achievements for the week of Nov. 4, 2025

3rd annual Diwali celebration shines light on Indian holiday, collects food for local pantries

Quaker Valley Middle School presents 'Grease' as this year's musical

Leetsdale officials exploring legal options for parking at Henle Park

Parnell sisters battle nation's best at War of the Roses wrestling tournament

Sewickley Academy sophomore turns talent into WPIAL cross country title

Promising Sewickley Academy freshman makes 1st WPIAL golf headlines

Star-studded roster helped Sewickley Academy, Bentworth to WPIAL finals

Lily Baker, Maddie Gatehouse spark Quaker Valley girls soccer playoff victories

Quaker Valley football ends season on winning note

Hard work pays off for Jonah Montagnese, Quaker Valley teammates in WPIAL cross country gold

Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 2, 2025

Men's Day Celebration, mission sale and more at Sewickley area churches

Bell Acres officials approve new police chief contract, hire new part-timer

Bentworth uses late goal to get past Sewickley Academy, win program's 1st WPIAL soccer title

Quaker Valley girls soccer grabs PIAA spot, beats Mt. Pleasant

Dogs of Sewickley returns after 2 decades

Mansions at Lake MacLeod in Pine to be featured in Symphony Splendor House Tour

Sewickley Hills officials extend contract with garbage hauler

Pleasant Hills Rotarians foster student leadership, volunteerism

Expect 'throwback game' when Thomas Jefferson, Mars collide in playoff opener

Schools working to keep children fed ahead of potential SNAP benefits shutdown

Jefferson Hills voters to choose from 7 candidates seeking 4 council seats

Afflicted Baldwin native’s nonprofit fights rare spinal disease

Thomas Jefferson volleyball shows will to win in another section championship season

South Hills Record notebook: Vince Sortino to take over as WPIAL executive director

South Hills real estate transactions for the week of Oct. 26, 2025

New-York style F&F Pizzeria opens in former Bado's space in Mt. Lebanon

Pleasant Hills voters to chose from 5 candidates seeking 4 council seats

6 candidates vie for 5 West Jefferson Hills school director spots

Medical examiner identifies woman killed in January in Upper St. Clair house fire

Longtime Whitehall Mayor Jim Nowalk facing Chris Mooney in general election

5 candidates compete for 4 spots on Baldwin-Whitehall School Board

8 running for 4 seats on Whitehall borough council

Trib HSSN football player of the week for Oct. 19, 2025 

1 person treated after being trapped under wires in South Park Township

Led by Tyler Eber, Thomas Jefferson grounds and pounds Chartiers Valley to secure playoff spot

Leechburg looks to rebound vs. Brentwood with Eastern Conference playoff implications on the line