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Pittsburgh
Graduation marks 5 years preserving Freedom House Ambulance Service in Pittsburgh
‘The Pitt’ tries a Pittsburgh accent, and locals have opinionsVideo
New effort aims to clean, maintain Pittsburgh’s riverfronts
The most romantic Valentine’s Day gift? Communication (every day)
Multifamily housing could sprout from a 13-story former office building in Downtown Pittsburgh
Aurora’s driverless trucks soon to be a common sight across the Sun Belt
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Feb. 13-15
More Pittsburgh police officers put on leave as probe into bar fight continues
Pittsburgh Police investigate armed robbery at Bloomfield bar
Allegheny
Gateway School Board hears presentations on student activities, proposed scoreboard
‘There’s glory in your story’: Monroeville man reflects on life during Black History Month presentation at library
Morning Roundup: Former nursing home employee charged with theft of over $100K; water main break in Dormont
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Police say ex-Rankin manager, Woodland Hills president, unlawfully used borough credit card
Allegheny County Council members concerned about employees working with ICE
VolunTOTs of Southwestern PA marking 5 years with free community party
After deadly explosion, safety and environmental lapses at U.S. Steel’s Clairton Coke Works now rest with NipponVideo
PennDOT awaiting warmer weather before lifting lane restrictions near Route 28 rock slide
Amid financial challenges, Millvale hires consultant to find new borough manager
Westmoreland
‘More people are leaving than coming’: Charleroi’s Haitian community withers under federal pressureVideo
Fiber fair dazzles in Delmont
Jury verdict: 2 guilty of first-degree murder in St. Clair woman’s shooting death
Westmoreland happenings: Mardi Gras pancake dinner, Lenten services, meetings, more
3 arrested in retail theft scheme from Lowe’s, including Hempfield, Monroeville and Frazer stores
Father, 2 children killed in Indiana County fire
Penn Township accuses The Club at Blackthorne of violating the municipality’s zoning ordinance
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland County: Valentine’s Day options galore
Paper ballots OK’d for Westmoreland voters at $18K price tag
Game commission releases ‘bonus’ pheasants across southwestern PennsylvaniaVideo
Valley News Dispatch
Interpretation of immigration law brings ICE arrests to forefront of community concerns, discussions
Valley students learn life skills, find success at business competition
Confrontation erupts at anti-ICE protest in SpringdaleVideo
The Stroller, Feb. 15, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Valentine’s Day activity between Valley students, Harrison seniors a lesson in cross-generation bondingVideo
Taco Bell headed to Plum after council approval
‘They’re trying to break him’: Springdale man remains jailed after ICE detainment
Faces of the Valley: O’Hara runner makes Three Rivers Heritage Trail a better place
New manager takes reins in Allegheny Township
PennDOT awaiting warmer weather before lifting lane restrictions near Route 28 rock slide
Regional
Father, 2 children killed in Indiana County fire
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
U.S. Steel fined $118K for safety lapses in Clairton Coke Works fatal explosion
Nemacolin named top hotel in Pennsylvania, 28th in the U.S. in annual report
Deluzio says Trump administration abused its power in probe of ‘illegal orders’ video
ICE blames Biden administration for Brentwood man’s entrance into U.S.
Morning Roundup: Duquesne Light launches precise outage detectors; woman charged in fatal Bullskin Township crash
Report: Grand jury rejects indictment against Deluzio, other lawmakers over ‘illegal orders’ video
The Marc Fogel Story: Finding a new normal, and working through guilt; ‘We will be thankful for generations’
The Marc Fogel story: Finding a new normal, and working through guilt; ‘We will be thankful for generations’
Bethel Park Journal
Making the grade: School districts vary when configuring grade levels in buildings
Bethel Park musician shows songwriting skills on debut release
In brief: Senior softball registration open, indoor farmers market and more in Bethel Park
Bethel Park student achievements for the week of Jan. 27, 2026
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
Bridgeville Signal Item
Chartiers Valley Dance Troupe places 2nd at national competition
Carlynton takes out $24.46M bond for Carnegie renovation, high school projects
Scott Township man detained by ICE in Plum being held in West Virginia jail
Allegheny Land Trust nears goal to conserve 30 acres in Collier for park expansion
Chartiers Valley 8th grade student wins MLK poetry contest, community award
Bridgeville to host ‘tree tender’ course
Chartiers Valley digs out of snow, cools off Lincoln Park
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of Jan. 26, 2026 and beyond
Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of Jan. 26, 2026
Updated Carlynton graduation requirements focus on real-world skills
Fox Chapel Herald
Shady Side Academy shakes off early season woes to earn playoff bid
Fox Chapel relay team making noise in indoor season
Fox Chapel notebook: Shady Side Academy grad shines in Olympic debut
Focused Fox Chapel boys get job done in section to reach playoff goal
Fox Chapel real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 15
Faces of the Valley: O’Hara runner makes Three Rivers Heritage Trail a better place
Pastor of Aspinwall Presbyterian Church is retiring; last service set for Feb. 15
Sharpsburg continues to rack up funding for multimillion-dollar Allegheny Shores development
Single-lane restrictions coming to Route 28
Federal bill sends $7M to Western Pa. transportation projects
Monroeville Times Express
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 15, 2026
Forbes Road Career & Technology Center to continue remote learning due to water main break
Monroeville area: Convention center events, kindergarten signups, baby shower and more
Gateway wrestlers prepare for postseason tournaments
After securing section title, Gateway boys turn focus to WPIAL playoffs
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
WPIAL investigating brawl between Penn Hills, Gateway girls basketball teams
Autism advocacy groups to host open-mic karaoke at Monroeville MallVideo
Terry Smith, Tom Loughran to be inducted into state football coaches hall of fameVideo
1st-place Gateway boys hang on to quell Penn-Trafford’s comeback attemptVideo
Murrysville Star
Delmont police chief will retire in April
Patient Franklin Regional pass rusher finds college fit at West Liberty
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Franklin Regional caps unbeaten season by outlasting Norwin for PIAA Class 3A title
Franklin Regional, Norwin to wrestle for PIAA Class 3A title
Norwin, Franklin Regional wrestling teams advance to PIAA semis
Autism advocacy groups to host open-mic karaoke at Monroeville MallVideo
Franklin Regional girls score in closing seconds to grab playoff spot over Shaler
Murrysville area: School board schedule changes, bingo, fundraisers, more
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1, 2026
North Journal
North Hills Middle School student helps raise awareness of radon dangers
Dan Kinross, longtime Ross commissioner, remembered for a life of serviceVideo
Early-morning fire at Ross Park Mall started in construction site
West View answering questions, taking comments on new municipal complex
Ross commissioners appoint new township manager
Western Pa. wine, cheesemakers take top honors at 2026 PA Farm ShowVideo
West View schedules meeting for public input on new municipal building
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’
Norwin Star
Norwin area: Movie night at Sage’s Army, church fish fry, more
Norwin youth sports teams oppose hiking fees for fields, gym
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Franklin Regional caps unbeaten season by outlasting Norwin for PIAA Class 3A title
Franklin Regional, Norwin to wrestle for PIAA Class 3A title
Norwin notebook: Linebacker commits to Division I Lehigh
Hempfield boys squeeze past Norwin in OT thriller to close section play
Norwin, Franklin Regional wrestling teams advance to PIAA semis
Autism advocacy groups to host open-mic karaoke at Monroeville MallVideo
Reserves help Norwin girls rally past scrappy Hempfield; both teams playoff-boundVideo
Penn Hills Progress
Here are some upcoming events at Penn Hills Library
Federal bill sends $7M to Western Pa. transportation projects
Lost and Found Pharmacy in Penn Hills moves to new building
In brief: Happenings across the Penn Hills area
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Penn Hills senior using extra energy to turn in memorable senior season
Penn Hills notebook: Swimmer Sipple savors senior season
WPIAL investigating brawl between Penn Hills, Gateway girls basketball teams
Man who led police on icy river pursuit held for court
Community concerns spur new policy on cooperation with federal agencies in Penn Hills School District
Penn-Trafford Star
Penn Township accuses The Club at Blackthorne of violating the municipality’s zoning ordinance
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 15, 2026
Residents weigh in on Penn Township’s latest rezoning proposal
Westmoreland County high school notebook: Penn-Trafford hockey holds edge over Hempfield
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Ace Bartenders owners purchase The Club at Blackthorne for $3.9M amid zoning dispute
State board suspends license of Torrance hospital nurse
Attorney claims jury erred in conviction of roommate in Penn Township shooting
Penn-Trafford School Board renews superintendent contract for 5 more years
1st-place Gateway boys hang on to quell Penn-Trafford’s comeback attemptVideo
Plum Advance Leader
Taco Bell headed to Plum after council approval
Fire tears through home in Plum’s Logans Ferry HeightsVideo
Forbes Road Career & Technology Center to continue remote learning due to water main break
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Feb. 9, 2026
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Plum senior Brooke Price ready for final push to WPIAL swimming championships
After securing 1st section title, Plum girls look ahead to WPIAL playoffs
Landslide knocks part of Logans Ferry Road in Plum down to 1 lane until summer
Scott Township man detained by ICE in Plum being held in West Virginia jail
Plum police: ICE detains Scott Township man at court hearing after he tried to run
Sewickley Herald
Osborne Elementary Polar Ball fundraiser designed to educate, help school families
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 15, 2026
Greensburg native excited to be back in Pa. as principal of Quaker Valley’s Osborne Elementary School
From Sewickley to Slovakia: Esmark sponsors new international ice hockey team
Federal bill sends $7M to Western Pa. transportation projects
In brief: Officer disciplined, Key Club collection, bridge lessons and more in Sewickley area
Quaker Valley School District families participate in cultural festival at Osborne Elementary
Trib HSSN basketball team of the week for Feb. 8, 2026Video
Sophomore forward leads Quaker Valley hockey to signature win
All-star defenseman makes major impact for Quaker Valley hockey
Shaler Journal
Reserve renews garbage contract for 2 more years
Question of sidewalks on Shaler’s Mt. Royal Boulevard sparks discussion of what township is, could become
8 Shaler Area employees recognized with Baysek-Young Extra Mile Award
Franklin Regional girls score in closing seconds to grab playoff spot over Shaler
Judge approves Millvale’s emergency request to borrow $1.9M
Etna officials rally volunteers to help neighbors dig out from record-setting snow
Hearing on Millvale’s emergency request to borrow $2 million delayed
Shaler Area communities digging out from major snowfall
Florida man admits setting parked car on fire in Etna, police say
9th annual Hygge New Year event brings self-care to Millvale
South Hills Record
Collectors at South Hills Coin Club show weigh in on value of penny, precious metals
Plum police: ICE detains Scott Township man at court hearing after he tried to run
Making the grade: School districts vary when configuring grade levels in buildings
Student-conceived Highlander Hub store opens at Baldwin High School
South Hills student achievements for the week of Jan. 27, 2026
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
17 individuals, 2 teams to join West Jefferson Hills Hall of Fame in Class of 2026