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Pittsburgh
Teen arrested in East Liberty beating that left man unconscious
UPMC, Highmark enjoy strong 1st quarter as health insurance premiums rise
Pittsburgh weighs local control of liquor license noise complaints
Rachel Carson Bridge closure highlights upcoming traffic restrictions in Pittsburgh region
Pittsburgh investment fund manager ordered to pay $4.7M for wire fraud
Andy Warhol Bridge to mark 100 years with public celebrationVideo
Morning Roundup: Jam on Walnut canceled; Rachel Carson Bridge to close
Kamin Science Center unveils interactive racing exhibit, multi-level kart track
Pittsburgh Public Schools board approves closures, realignment plan
Morning Roundup: Pittsburgh police say someone shot at officers, ATF agents during Upper Hill probe
Allegheny
Allegheny County sheriff sues Innamorato, council over term limits
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
No tax increase expected in Brentwood schools budget
Faith, financial and community leaders unite for Pittsburgh’s affordable housing roadshow
Ambulance authority earns Pennsylvania’s 2026 Agency of the Year award
Pittsburgh-area animal rescues expanding affordable veterinary care
Free bus rides return in eastern Allegheny County
Communities honor the fallen with Memorial Day ceremonies, parades
How Dollar Tree is taking over former Rite Aid sites in Pittsburgh regionVideo
Duquesne City names gymnasium after late school board member DeWayne Tucker
Westmoreland
Jeannette school directors consider restricting cellphone useVideo
Latrobe readies for 10th annual Mister Rogers Family Days
High water levels at Yough River Lake impede boatersVideo
Rhodes Cancer Foundation founder Corey Rhodes dies at 33
Greensburg Night Market vendors cherish the event’s camaraderie, compensationVideo
Delmont seeking $100K grant to expand, resurface Newhouse Park walking trailVideo
How Dollar Tree is taking over former Rite Aid sites in Pittsburgh regionVideo
$25M bid OK’d for bridge replacement in West NewtonVideo
Latrobe man charged with attempted rape of child, jailed pending preliminary hearing
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: May 29-31
Valley News Dispatch
Harmar crash involving PRT bus sends 7 to hospital
Renovated Freeport golf course clubhouse listed at $1.8M for residential livingVideo
New principal to head up Plum’s O’Block Elementary as renovations continue
Voodoo Brewing Co. in New Kensington in it for the long haul despite franchisor’s upcoming sale
Sharpsburg man dies after pickup hits pole, collides with dump truck
Arson charges result in probation for Harmar man
Springdale residents plan data center protest
How Dollar Tree is taking over former Rite Aid sites in Pittsburgh regionVideo
Riverview School Board to discuss proposed multimillion-dollar junior-senior high school projectVideo
Fox Chapel Area’s tennis courts closed through mid-August during $570,000 replacement
Regional
Faith, financial and community leaders unite for Pittsburgh’s affordable housing roadshow
Dunbar man receives additional jail time for illegal tire dumping at Ohiopyle State Park
How Dollar Tree is taking over former Rite Aid sites in Pittsburgh regionVideo
Lee and Deluzio observe ‘concerning’ activity inside Moshannon ICE facility
The rural strategy: Pittsburgh colleges try harder to enroll, retain small-town students
Suspended Butler County podiatrist sentenced for overprescribing opioids, assaulting patients
AI name reader malfunctions during college graduation
Western Pennsylvania’s wildest burgers stack up big flavor
Lee, Deluzio introduce bills to combat zombie mines in Appalachia
Roundup: 2 found dead in Butler County fire; 2 women injured in McKeesport assault
Bethel Park Journal
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of May 24, 2026
Military flyovers scheduled across the region for Memorial Day
Heart-and-soul hurdler leads Bethel Park contingent at WPIAL meet
Bethel Park baseball sticks together during up-and-down season, earns playoff spot
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
Bridgeville Signal Item
Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of May 24, 2026
3.5% tax increase pitched for Keystone Oaks property owners
Heidelberg police chief found dead in patrol car; death not considered suspicious
Meet the Carnegie Carnegie’s new circulation clerk
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
Fox Chapel Herald
Communities honor the fallen with Memorial Day ceremonies, parades
Fox Chapel Area’s tennis courts closed through mid-August during $570,000 replacement
Fox Chapel Area High School history department hosts patriotic-themed event to mark America’s 250thVideo
Faces of the Valley: O’Hara chef loves cooking ‘with intention’Video
Growing numbers of police Drug Recognition Experts make finding impaired drivers easier
O’Hara officials bring deer management program in-house; hunter applications being accepted
Fox Chapel Area High School graduation set for June 7
Shady Side Academy prepares for graduation
Blawnox officials celebrate junior council member at final meeting before graduation
Fox Chapel police sergeant retires after 27 years on borough force
Monroeville Times Express
TV Talk: ‘Star City’ debuts with Monroeville native working on visual effectsVideo
Pittsburgh handbell choir will perform U.S.-themed show in GreensburgVideo
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of May 24, 2026
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of May 17, 2026
Works by East Suburban Artists League to be displayed at Monroeville Public Library
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
Murrysville Star
Murrysville joins other communities in microsurfacing to maintain roadsVideo
Murrysville area: Community band concerts, church flea market, hosta presentation, more
Latrobe theater troupe will host ‘An Evening of Comic One-Acts’
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of May 24, 2026
Motivated Sean Cartwright shines for Franklin Regional at WPIAL meet
Franklin Regional notebook: Former Panthers goalkeeper on comeback trail
Judge revokes Delmont man’s bond despite girlfriend’s recanting of assault allegations
Murrysville area: Museum passes, barn quilt class, car show, more
Murrysville man pleads guilty to baseball bat assault
Murrysville woman once came face-to-face with ‘Little Joe’ the gorilla
North Journal
Survivors’ stories a highlight of open house at McCandless-Franklin Park Ambulance Authority
McCandless-based Glimmer of Hope funds Mind, Body, Care program for breast cancer patients
North Hills students rebuild sign welcoming visitors to Perrysville in Ross
Ross police accuse man of taking $280K from wife
Letter to the editor: License plate readers make communities safer
End of North Hills-area group garbage contract could spark broader discussion on future of trash collection
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
Norwin Star
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of May 24, 2026
Norwin notebook: Track team sends 5 through to states
Norwin baseball playoff win won’t soon be forgotten
Longtime North Huntingdon barbershop owner Donald Nagy dies at 91
Norwin area: Passes for museums, Sage’s Army events, poker run, more
Western Pa. law enforcement officers participate in 150-mile run for Special OlympicsVideo
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
Penn Hills Progress
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of May 24, 2026
Penn Hills beginning search for new football coach
Security guard at Ballers Hookah Lounge in Penn Hills gets 10 years for fatal shootingVideo
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
Penn-Trafford Star
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of May 24, 2026
Penn-Trafford graduates 302 in its Class of 2026
Penn-Trafford’s Cody Yacamelli pops up on Division I radars
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
Plum Advance Leader
Plum School Board approves almost 3% tax hike in district budget
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of May 24, 2026
Plum to launch program designed to teach students about disabilities
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of May 17, 2026
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
Sewickley Herald
In brief: Senior picnic, Fourth of July fundraiser and more in Quaker Valley area
Quaker Valley High School graduation set for June 1
Unsung relay team leads Sewickley Academy’s strong showing at WPIAL track meet
Playoff berths become norm for Sewickley Academy baseball
Quaker Valley’s Jonah Montagnese steals show at WPIAL meet
Quaker Valley girls lacrosse team hit stride in 2nd half of season
Sewickley Herald notebook: Seniors helped Sewickley Academy boys lacrosse build from ground up
Vacation Bible School registration, worship services and more at Sewickley area churches
Betsy Wentz Interior Design partners with Abner Henry for high-end furniture line
Tapas Talks hosts Sandy Cooper for talk about holistic health and wellness
Shaler Journal
3 century-old bridges in Millvale to be replaced in 2028 and 2029
Shaler Area strikes a deal on replacement pool for swim program
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
South Hills Record
Baldwin boys volleyball enjoys breakthrough season
Baldwin long jumper, shot putter earn WPIAL medals
African basketball standout Deng Mu grateful for year spent on court, in classroom at Brentwood
South Hills real estate transactions for the week of May 24, 2026
Military flyovers scheduled across the region for Memorial Day
Baldwin-Whitehall School District budget would raise taxes 4.7%
Veteran Brentwood teachers — former students themselves — prepare for new school transition
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