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Pittsburgh
Police seek man they say robbed Middle Hill store at gunpoint
Man in critical condition after shooting in Pittsburgh’s Perry South neighborhood
ICE agents deployed at Pittsburgh International Airport
Despite Market Square melee, Pittsburgh Public Safety head says area remains safeVideo
‘Lion King,’ ‘Phantom,’ ‘Beetlejuice’ among Cultural Trust’s 2026-27 musical season
Man shot multiple times in Pittsburgh’s Knoxville neighborhood
O’Connor proposes multipronged strategy to close Pittsburgh budget gap
Pittsburgh council members seek to bar cooperation with ICE
Pittsburgh-area colleges get funding for programs to combat sexual assault
Damar Hamlin starts scholarship initiative at alma mater Central Catholic
Allegheny
Music scholarship honors life, legacy of North Hills graduate, former school board member
Allegheny County Council trio pushes for regular property reassessments
East Allegheny school counseling program recognized nationally
GOP state House candidate in North Hills ruled ineligible to appear on primary ballot
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
Man in critical condition after shooting in Pittsburgh’s Perry South neighborhood
Federal judge to decide if Collier must amend zoning to allow church project
No injuries reported in multi-vehicle crash on Route 28 near Highland Park Bridge
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Police seek man they say robbed Middle Hill store at gunpoint
Westmoreland
Hempfield high school renovation bids come in about $30 million lower than projectedVideo
Valley Green Drive in Hempfield to close for upgrade
State police report fewest arrests, most DUIs in 5 years during 2026 IUPatty’s weekend
Hempfield’s ‘Tornado Kid’ Tyler Tubbs reflects on viral video 15 years later
Coroner IDs 4 Yough students killed in car crash; community grieves losses
4 dead after fiery crash in Sewickley Township; coroner says victims’ identities being determined
March Madness ups threat of problem gambling, especially for younger men
Westmoreland transit to reshuffle Pittsburgh service for NFL Draft
Combating youth suicide tilts increasingly toward early intervention
Murrysville council focuses on specifics of stormwater-fee credit program
Valley News Dispatch
Lower Burrell to upgrade stormwater system on Rodgers Drive
New Kensington gift shop sells quirky, handmade 1-of-a-kind itemsVideo
Lower Burrell man sentenced for high-speed car chase of woman and 3 children
Pittsburgh Mills repair efforts lead to 2nd trial postponement
No injuries reported in multi-vehicle crash on Route 28 near Highland Park Bridge
Springdale residents not able to return home after partial roof collapseVideo
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
The Stroller, March 24, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
1 injured after Route 28 car rollover
From Aspinwall to Antwerp: Pianist’s piece wins global competition
Regional
PennDOT requests public feedback on its winter road clearing
Sheetz to hire 500 employees across Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania sees 6% increase in deer harvest
Art Rooney II accepts Spirit of Hospitality award ahead of NFL Draft
Mt. Pleasant, McClure roads to close for interchange reconstruction in Fayette
Visit Pittsburgh marketing campaign hits road to take over Washington D.C.
State police report fewest arrests, most DUIs in 5 years during 2026 IUPatty’s weekend
Pittsburgh slated for cool down after record high temperature Sunday
Rising job opportunities in sports management attract students
Indiana Police say Clairton man fired gunshots in air during ‘IUPatty’s’ weekend
Bethel Park Journal
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
YMCA, St. Clair Health team up for Healthy Kids Day in Bethel Park
Bethel Park man dies in crash in South Park
Bethel Park teacher continues deep delve into Holocaust education
Bethel Park rallies to support women, girls in sports
Bethel Park notebook: Hall of Fame welcomes 5 new members
Bridgeville Signal Item
Seniors provide spark as South Fayette repeats as PIAA Class 5A champions
Chartiers Valley grad bringing structure, fun as new lacrosse coach
New coach looking to bring stability to the Chartiers Valley baseball program
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of March 23, 2026 and beyond
Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of March 22, 2026
Carlynton to begin automated bus safety enforcement
2026 PIAA Class 5A girls basketball championship breakdown: South Fayette vs. Archbishop Wood
South Fayette starts strong, never slows down in win over Peters Township to return to state title game
Late free throw lifts West York past Chartiers Valley in Class 5A semifinalsVideo
Collier teen named Miss Smiling Irish Eyes court maiden
Fox Chapel Herald
Letter to the editor: Bad look for Aspinwall
Special 2-year run for Shady Side Academy girls ends in state semifinals
Fox Chapel Herald notebook: WPIAL football realignment doesn’t favor Foxes
Talented Fox Chapel baseball lineup looking for new leaders to emerge
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of March 22, 2026
Blawnox Volunteer Fire Company prepares for Good Friday fish fry, a key fundraiser
Sharpsburg Officer Daniel Sciulli retires after 30 years, lands full-time job at Duquesne University
Greensburg Central Catholic finally solves rival Shady Side Academy in state semifinals
Fox Chapel Council approves new police policy, resolution limiting interactions with ICE
Monroeville Times Express
New Steelers safety, Gateway product Jaquan Brisker on Pittsburgh: ‘They say it’s amazing. I always knew that.’
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Pitcairn man arrested in Parkway East DUI crash that killed his passenger
Monroeville area: Career fair presenters sought, a cappella group, high school musical, Cottontail visiting park and more
Gateway sports notebook: Gators hockey set for postseason tournament
Gateway swimmers advance to PIAA championship meet
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 8, 2026
Fellowship and food are pillars of Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish’s fish fry
Freezin’ for a reason: Gateway Middle School mentorship group raises money for Special Olympics
Flipped truck closes stretch of Golden Mile Highway in Plum
Murrysville Star
Franklin Regional teen’s suicide leaves family seeking answers and raising awareness
Murrysville burglary suspects charged with additional attempt in Penn TownshipVideo
Man charged in Salem road rage crash pleads guilty
Murrysville area: Delmont tax payments, bingo benefit, veterans’ luncheon, more
Pizzaiolo Primo opens largest location yet at former Atria’s in Murrysville
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Franklin Regional baseball eager for fresh start of new season
Former Hempfield ace ‘building a complete team’ at Franklin Regional
Murrysville area: Meals on Wheels benefit, Pi Day bake sale, more
380 Auction back to business in Murrysville after fire in greenhouses
North Journal
West View awards contracts for paving, demolitions for new municipal complex
North Hills alum creates trade school scholarship to encourage graduates to continue their educations
Ross resident honored for 30 years of service to Animal Friends with Lifetime Achievement Award
In brief: Happenings across the North Hills Journal area
Owner of 3 Shop ’n Save locations planning to close 1 in Ross
Meadows Original Frozen Custard aims for summer opening in Ross Township
Ross commissioners enact restrictions on vape shops, introduce regulations on massage therapy
Petition argues Republican state House candidate in North Hills is ineligible to run
North Hills softball looks to keep strong tradition rolling
North Hills baseball adjusting to challenges of Class 6A
Norwin Star
Norwin notebook: Baseball grad steals show at Seton Hill
Norwin’s Landon Sidun leads 2026 TribLive Westmoreland County boys wrestling all-stars
Norwin area: Race for Grace, veterans’ lunch, cupcake decorating class, more
Norwin paraprofessionals get contract, pay raise
Proposed Trolley Line Trail would connect Irwin, North Huntingdon
After trip to finals, senior-led Norwin baseball ready for encore
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Irwin approves detour study for closed Colony Drive Bridge
Norwin area: Pysanky class, cupcake decorating, Meals on Wheels open house, more
Irwin group petitions to rename church alley after the late Rev. John Moineau
Penn Hills Progress
Verona shooting was targeted, police say
Ministry in motion: Penn Hills church helps others through clothing outreach, handmade goods
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Verona Council appoints new full-time borough manager
Penn Hills woman charged after 3-year-old son with multiple fractures dies at hospital, police say
Penn Hills business owner, police support awareness, education surrounding naloxone
Here are some upcoming events at Penn Hills Library
In brief: Happenings throughout the Penn Hills area
Penn Hills sports notebook: Carter Bonner transfers to prep powerhouse
Penn Hills’ Amon Hawthorne emerges as dominant force at end of senior season
Penn-Trafford Star
Penn-Trafford hockey team gets championship send-off from classmates, familyVideo
Murrysville burglary suspects charged with additional attempt in Penn TownshipVideo
Penn township, borough to gather residents’ feedback on potential merger
Penn-Trafford beats Hempfield to win program’s 1st Penguins Cup titleVideo
Hempfield, Penn-Trafford enter final looking for 1st Pens Cup title
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Club at Blackthorne requests zoning variance to operate without ties to golf course, Penn Township attorney says
Penn Township man charged with assault after driveway wrestling incident
South Fayette in championship form in PIAA Class 5A 2nd-round win over Penn-TraffordVideo
Hempfield, Penn-Trafford win 2A semifinals to get shot at 1st Penguins Cup championshipVideo
Plum Advance Leader
World War II veteran and longtime Alle-Kiski Valley resident had zest for life
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Neighbors shocked, relieved by charges against man accused of intentionally blowing up Plum home
Fire destroys Plum homeVideo
Plum Council passes resolution not to cooperate with ICE in split vote
Plum police say man intentionally blew up house in 2022 Holiday Park explosionVideo
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of March 9, 2026
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 8, 2026
Police: Man torches Plum home after it was seized by bank
Plum Council expected to vote Monday on ICE noncooperation resolution
Sewickley Herald
Quaker Valley girls see off program legend Mimi Thiero with memorable season
Quaker Valley baseball in position to build on past success
With veteran lineup, Eden Christian baseball poised for big year
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley geared up for 1st WPIAL-sponsored flag football season
Penn-Trafford wins 1st state hockey title, Seneca Valley, Quaker Valley complete PIHL sweep
Sewickley Academy cruises past Old Forge to secure 4th PIAA championship
Sunday services, Lenten events and more at Sewickley area houses of worship
Cochran Hose Company in Sewickley to get new ladder truck
2026 PIAA Class 2A boys basketball championship breakdown: Sewickley Academy vs. Old Forge
Leet officials recognize township first responders for life-saving action
Shaler Journal
Debt restructuring plan balances Shaler Area 2026-27 budget without property tax increase
Q&A: Greg Brown living out his dream as Pirates play-by-play announcer
‘Any small amount adds up’: Shaler Area’s National Honor Society raises $3,300 for Pennies for Patients
Shaler Area 1 of 6 schools in nation selected for Japanese Language Education Assistant Program
Shaler Area Sustainability Club makes impact with upcycling efforts, community projects
At the library: Here are some upcoming events at the Glenshaw, Millvale and Shaler North Hills facilities
In brief: Happenings from across the Shaler Journal area
By staying flexible, Shaler aims to contend for more boys volleyball gold
Competitive fire burns bright for defending WPIAL softball champion Shaler
Shaler Area preparing to borrow $7.5M to pay for capital projects including roof at middle school
South Hills Record
Thomas Jefferson gymnastics celebrates WPIAL, state titles
South Hills Record notebook: Brentwood swimmer rewrites record book
Brentwood baseball eyes improvement under 1st-year coach
Quartet of returning senior captains set to lead Baldwin softball
Baldwin girls savor breakthrough season
Baldwin Whitehall School District inducts new Hall of Fame class
South Hills real estate transactions for the week of March 22, 2026
South Hills student achievements for the week of March 24, 2026
South Fayette pulls away from pesky Baldwin to reach PIAA Class 5A semifinals
Moon comes alive in 3rd quarter, races past Thomas Jefferson in Class 5A 2nd roundVideo