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Pittsburgh
UPMC gives $10M to Pittsburgh for ambulances, freeing up money for snowplows
Get used to the snow, forecasters say it could be here until March
Pittsburgh council questions Lando under oath, declines to ask about harassing texts
Pittsburgh ‘nowhere near done’ plowing, hauling away snow, mayor says
CMU to launch AI platform designed to assist students in introductory courses
‘We’re devastated’: Jury’s acquittal in Pittsburgh killing enrages victim’s mother
City Theatre will not merge with Pittsburgh CLO, Pittsburgh Public Theater
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Most of PRT’s rail lines disabled by power line collapse
‘We have a lot of work to do’: Many Pittsburgh streets still covered in snow
Allegheny
Police shoot armed man outside Wilkins apartment complexVideo
Some Allegheny County Council members seek to ban cooperation with ICE
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Youth advocate who coerced teen into sexual relationship sued in Allegheny County
Most of PRT’s rail lines disabled by power line collapse
Gateway School Board votes on assessment appeals, grant, supplements
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
Morning Roundup: Driver trapped in Robinson crash; man stabbed in Beaver County
Westmoreland
Westmoreland County, Allegheny Township sued over 2024 fatal motorcycle crash
Development authority planned by Hempfield with focus on former prison property
Jeannette seeks to fill vacant city treasurer post
Westmoreland happenings: Soup sale, stuffed chicken breast dinner, bake-off, more
Allegheny County man sentenced for North Huntingdon gun thefts
Murrysville athletic association takes on ‘Kids of Steel’ runnersVideo
Ligonier Township supervisors tell Country Market leaders and landowner to settle their differences
Jeannette appoints retired city foreman to vacant council post
$250,000 winning Cash 5 ticket sold in Unity
Lower Burrell man charged in Mogie’s shooting declared competent to stand trial
Valley News Dispatch
Former Highlands teacher gets house arrest while awaiting trial on sex assault charges
O’Hara resident at the helm of 2 marinas in Allegheny County
Volunteers face cold, snow to help local food banks
Police investigate child’s death in Harrison following ‘medical incident’
The Stroller, Jan. 29, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Man trying to flee police walks several miles up the frozen Allegheny River, authorities say
Communities call in the heavy machinery for snow removal
Westmoreland County, Allegheny Township sued over 2024 fatal motorcycle crash
1 dead after West Deer fire
Slopes to shovels: Valley High ski club clears snow for safe bus stopsVideo
Regional
No injuries reported after gunshots fired toward police in Aliquippa
There’s a proper way to dig out from the snowstorm: Here’s how to do it
Breeze adds seasonal Pittsburgh-Louisville nonstop service
If you haven’t gotten your mail, you’re not alone
No thaw in sight: Temperatures could hit record lows later this week
Meeting set to air concerns about proposed Homer City power plant and data center
Passengers without Real ID soon have to pay fee before flying
Most of PRT’s rail lines disabled by power line collapse
Trump endorses Stacy Garrity in race for Pa. governor
Western Pa. wine, cheesemakers take top honors at 2026 PA Farm ShowVideo
Bethel Park Journal
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
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
Bridgeville Signal Item
Bridgeville to host ‘tree tender’ course
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
Fox Chapel Herald
Western Pa. wine, cheesemakers take top honors at 2026 PA Farm ShowVideo
Fox Chapel Area School District residents dig out after major snowstorm
In brief: Happenings from across the Fox Chapel area
O’Hara resident at the helm of 2 marinas in Allegheny County
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
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
Monroeville Times Express
Gateway School District’s annual exhibit to shine light on students’ creativity during Youth Art Month
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
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
Murrysville Star
Franklin Regional boys, girls earn team titles at WCCA swim meet
Franklin Regional boys basketball battles through Section 1-5A slate
Franklin Regional soccer player studying link between knee injuries, turf
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
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
2 elderly residents escape house fire in North Huntingdon
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
Penn Hills Progress
Penn Hills residents asked not to travel during incoming winter storm
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-Trafford Star
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Bushy Run to temporarily close museum while searching for new manager
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
Plum Advance Leader
Plum hockey team riding high as regular season winds down
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
Sewickley Herald
In brief: Kindergarten roundup, winter reminder and more in Quaker Valley
Leet resident Richard Warburton pens book on dowsing
Quaker Valley School District closed Tuesday due to snow, below-freezing temperatures
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
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
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
17 individuals, 2 teams to join West Jefferson Hills Hall of Fame in Class of 2026
Pair of champion lead Thomas Jefferson wrestlers at Allegheny County tournament
Thomas Jefferson sophomore takes game worldwide at softball tournament in Netherlands
Captains hit right notes for Baldwin’s championship competitive spirit team
Big season brewing for Thomas Jefferson boys, girls basketball
South Hills Record notebook: Thomas Jefferson workhorse back recognized
South Hills real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026