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Pittsburgh cop punched handcuffed woman in face after she bit, scratched him, court papers say
Pittsburgh medic chief lauds good Samaritan in Allegheny River rescue
Woman charged after posing as mother, taking child from Steel Valley school, police say
New phase of road closures set for NFL Draft
Painted Tree Boutiques in Homestead closes amid nationwide shuttering
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 17-19
As clock ticks down, NFL Draft site takes shape on North ShoreVideo
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Organizer of Draft Bash event on North Side forges ahead while awaiting permit
Pittsburgh cop’s use of force under review for striking handcuffed woman in face
Allegheny
North Allegheny School District’s proposed final budget includes tax increase
Pittsburgh-area students design human-centered AI models to tackle education issues
Woman charged after posing as mother, taking child from Steel Valley school, police say
Pitt track and field athletes put on training clinic for Shaler Area’s Kids of Steel
Voters to decide on placing term limits on Allegheny County officials
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Diocese of Greensburg bishop joins clergy nationwide weighing in on Trump, Pope Leo XIV discourseVideo
Here are some places to dine in the North Hills during NFL Draft
Proposed Mt. Lebanon School District budget calls for 3.5% tax increase
Washington Street ‘hump’ in Leetsdale removed, road reconstructed
Westmoreland
29th annual ‘Blessing of the Bikes’ takes place this weekend in MurrysvilleVideo
Human papillomavirus-related throat cancer skyrocketing in men over 50
Westmoreland man indicted on federal child exploitation charges following FBI arrest
Strawpump fire department regains its service area in North HuntingdonVideo
Murrysville man killed in motorcycle crash near Saltsburg
Westmoreland Land Trust to host free Earth Day event at Saint Xavier Nature Reserve
Limits on commercial water use at Beaver Run Reservoir sought by environmental group
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: April 17-19
Murrysville lawyer testifies alleged road rage incident a ‘non-event’
Hempfield grad Luke Zajdel plays PPG Paints Arena as Walker Montgomery’s drummer, calls it a ‘bucket list’ momentVideo
Valley News Dispatch
Southwestern-themed cantina expands with dinner and bar hours in O’Hara
Human papillomavirus-related throat cancer skyrocketing in men over 50
Trash mounds along Allegheny River in Braeburn to be cleaned up
Burrell officials consider adding vending machines to schools
Peoples Library gets sensory spaces for neurodivergent inclusivity
Parks Township nuclear waste cleanup expected to take 6 to 8 yearsVideo
Lawyer for Mills mall a no-show, hearing on citations from Frazer postponedVideo
New Kensington’s Willie Thrower family to join Bears brass at NFL Draft to honor league’s 1st Black quarterbackVideo
Brackenridge awarded $13.2M from state for water plant upgradesVideo
The Stroller, April 17, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Regional
What is the ‘just war theory’ that U.S. Speaker Mike Johnson invoked to defend Trump from Pope Leo?
Doctor gets probation for selling weight-loss drugs from China to Mon Valley Hospital colleagues
Slippery Rock University senior wins state system’s highest academic award
Insulting, blasphemous, disgrace: Western Pennsylvania Catholics weigh in on public discourse between Trump, Pope Leo XIV
Morning Roundup: Man shot in Clairton; Mt. Lebanon Police search for missing teen
Exodus of federal prosecutors ripples through Pittsburgh office
Morning Roundup: 4 injured in Braddock Hills hillside crash; Butler County bus driver flown to hospital
911 calls that range from heroic to hilarious for National Dispatcher WeekVideo
Motorcyclist killed in Uniontown crash
Man who posted online as ‘Mr. Satan’ pleads guilty to threatening to kill Trump, ICE agents
Bethel Park Journal
Bethel Park baseball celebrates ‘Buddies at the Ballfield’
In football weather, Bethel Park freezes out South Fayette
Bethel Park scratches out comeback win to sweep section series with Upper St. Clair
Bethel Park student achievements for the week of March 24, 2026
In brief: South Hills Chorale performances, spring artist market and more in Bethel Park
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of March 22, 2026
Led by double gold from Jackson Edwards, Bethel Park boys shine at WPIAL swim meet
New wave of players out to uphold Bethel Park baseball tradition
Bethel Park girls ‘swam their hearts out’ at successful WPIAL meet
Provincial Bethel Park goes Irish for St. Patrick’s Day
Bridgeville Signal Item
South Fayette jumps on Upper St. Clair in statement victory to open section series
In football weather, Bethel Park freezes out South Fayette
South Fayette to build a new $85M elementary school
Fundraiser, funeral services announced for Chartiers Valley junior Trinity Irwin
Celebrate CV expo showcases student success at Chartiers Valley
Joe Starkey: 10 minutes with 2 WPIAL coaching legends — Danny Holzer and Tim McConnell
A remembrance of Chernobyl in a borough with deep Ukrainian roots
Federal judge to decide if Collier must amend zoning to allow church project
Solar project at Carlynton high school will power most of building
Carlynton to begin automated bus safety enforcement
Fox Chapel Herald
Sharpsburg chili cook-off fundraiser postponed until October
Fox Chapel Area students turn tinkering into innovation
Lawsuit accuses Shady Side Academy of firing nursing director who raised concernsVideo
$15K gift from Garden Club of Allegheny County to help grow native plant center at Beechwood Farms
Blawnox volunteer serves as a tireless advocate for borough
Blawnox upgrades borough website to make it more ADA accessible
Pittsburgh pediatrician’s psychological thriller ‘Basic Psych’ to debut on Amazon, AppleTVVideo
Letter to the editor: Bring integrity back to mayoral office in Aspinwall
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of April 12, 2026
Monroeville Times Express
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 12, 2026
William Shatner, Patricia Arquette among celebrities at Steel City Con in MonroevilleVideo
Retired dancer continues artistic expression through paintings
Monroeville retiree gears up for another bike trek to help find cure for multiple sclerosis
Primanti Bros. closes Monroeville, North Versailles locationsVideo
Monroeville area: Cleanup event, Lions Club, Marine Corps League, convention center events and more
Immigrant rights activist sets off on 8-day march to ICE detention center
Gateway sports notebook: Gators flag football starts 2-3; Logan Memije wins section singles title
Gateway hockey makes case to return to varsity level after winning postseason tournament
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 5, 2026
Murrysville Star
Murrysville lawyer testifies alleged road rage incident a ‘non-event’
Murrysville attorney on trial for alleged road rage incident
Latrobe faces challenge head on, earns split with Franklin RegionalVideo
Murrysville area: Church tag sale, wreath giveaway, Symphony East fundraiser, more
Franklin Regional student team raises more than $157K for blood cancer researchVideo
Franklin Regional notebook: 1st-year softball coach earns 1st win
Franklin Regional boys lacrosse starting to come together
Burrell Life Skills Prom hosts students from across the region
Export may revisit its street-opening ordinance
Franklin Regional grad heads to dressage championships with Penn State team
North Journal
New coach determined to build off strong season for North Hills boys volleyball
North Hills enjoying early returns in girls flag football
West View district judge dismisses 3 of 6 charges against Ross man accused of gun traffickingVideo
North Hills senior gets full ride to Robert Morris University
Civilian uses police radio to get help for Ross detective fighting with assault suspect
Ross municipal building, community center to remain open during roof work
Pittsburgh Sakura Project readies for peak cherry blossom viewing in North Park
Balance Brewing opens in Ross, enlarging space of former craft brewer Necromancer
Ross man who bought over 200 handguns is accused of firearms trafficking
‘Sovereign citizen’ arrested after Ross police see SUV made to look like police vehicle
Norwin Star
Norwin notebook: Karlie Johnson sets girls lacrosse scoring record
Norwin baseball keeping eye on the ball after sweeping Hempfield
Strawpump fire department expected to regain service area in North Huntingdon
Norwin area: Race for Grace raises $177K, Bataan Memorial March, more
Behind 16 Ks from Sebastian Shulsky, Canon-McMillan shuts out Norwin
Norwin boys volleyball looks to get back on playoff track
Jake Knight rises up in 1st varsity start to lift Norwin baseball past Hempfield
Police: North Huntingdon man used handgun to threaten municipal authority worker
Norwin area: Bataan Memorial March, art workshops, Sage’s Army anniversary, more
With MLB scouts watching, Caden Sivrich lifts Norwin past Hempfield
Penn Hills Progress
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 12, 2026
Penn Hills High School musical ‘Once on This Island’ explores themes of storytelling and social class
Penn Hills business transitions to 100% employee-owned operations
In brief: Happenings throughout the Penn Hills area
New faces bring new depth to Penn Hills track program
‘Growth and resilience’: Penn Hills softball continues to build throughout program
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 5, 2026
From South Side to Penn Hills: Vessel Studio Glass finds a new home
Donation from Sri Venkateswara Temple in Penn Hills to enhance local emergency response efforts
Sorority chapter’s youth affiliate helps spruce up Penn Hills during spring cleanup
Penn-Trafford Star
Club at Blackthorne no longer facing legal challenges
‘We’re all Penn-Trafford’: Penn Township and Penn Borough residents consider potential mergerVideo
Penn-Trafford hires new wrestling, field hockey coaches
Former Manor police officer sentenced for impersonating UPMC officer, theft
Public meeting set for potential merger of Penn Township, Penn Borough
Penn Township withdraws zoning violation notice from Club at Blackthorne, but other legal disputes continue
3rd-ranked Plum baseball no-hits Penn-Trafford, remains unbeaten on season
Penn-Trafford junior seeks donations, volunteers for ‘Project Confidence’
Vandergrift native returns to Westmoreland as Bushy Run museum manager
Penn-Trafford softball team warms up, takes down Latrobe
Plum Advance Leader
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 12, 2026
Plum moves up in section with win over Fox Chapel
Still no hearing months after man was charged in Plum homicide
3rd-ranked Plum baseball no-hits Penn-Trafford, remains unbeaten on season
Man accused of blowing up Plum home with family inside headed for court
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of April 6, 2026
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 5, 2026
Plum/Riverview sports notebook: Mustangs baseball starts strong
Plum softball chasing elusive playoff victory
Plum baseball looks to carry sizzling start into heart of season
Sewickley Herald
Flea market, live music and more at Sewickley area houses of worship
Leetsdale secures loan to help purchase VFW lot near Henle Park
Leet officials approve resolution limiting interactions with ICE
Washington Street ‘hump’ in Leetsdale removed, road reconstructed
Sewickley father detained by ICE since February has reunited with family
In brief: Antique appraisal, spring cleanups and more in Sewickley area
Sewickley man detained by ICE for weeks expected to return home within next few days
Man rescued from hillside near Emsworth Lock and Dam
Quaker Valley’s Will Meagher takes another step forward with section singles title
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley boys tennis stacking wins
Shaler Journal
Millvale accepts bank’s terms for $2M in loans approved by county judge
DNA leads to charges, arrest in 1989 kidnapping, rape case in Reserve
Finding love at 13,500 feet: Shaler couple meets, builds relationship through skydivingVideo
Military veterans find lifeline through Pittsburgh Warriors hockey team
Shaler unveils advanced AEDs available for public use in township’s 10 parksVideo
Shaler Area’s new athletic director embraces positive, student-driven environment
Pittsburgh Opera Company’s retiring general director reflects on long career of nurturing the arts
3 Sharps Hill volunteer firefighters recognized for 50 years of service in Shaler
In brief: Happenings from across the Shaler Journal area
Power surge gives jolt to Shaler softball
South Hills Record
Baldwin High School receives national Special Olympics honors
Almost 100 communities need new road salt supplier after vendor ends contract with council of governments
Woman shot Sunday morning in Mt. Lebanon
Bigger classrooms, better accessibility and rooftop playground highlight new Brentwood elementary school
South Hills student achievements for the week of March 24, 2026
Baldwin Whitehall School District inducts new Hall of Fame class
Brentwood baseball eyes improvement under 1st-year coach
Thomas Jefferson sophomores Zoie DeCostro, Madden Stanek value international softball trip
Thomas Jefferson looks to take next step in 2nd flag football season
Thomas Jefferson gymnastics celebrates WPIAL, state titles