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Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Brewing pours its heart into new Downtown taproom experiment
Pittsburgh Public Schools eyes proactive discipline approach for students with special needs
Bystander helps freezing man who had fallen into Allegheny River
412 Food Rescue to host dinner with leftover NFL Draft food
Driver in red-light crash that killed motorcyclist in Downtown Pittsburgh gets probation
Pittsburgh Public Schools leaders pitch board on ‘Future-Ready Facilities Plan’ to improve equity
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Pittsburgh man charged with fatally beating, burning girlfriend
4 Football Flyer buses will be free during NFL Draft
Corey O’Connor’s 1st 100 days as Pittsburgh mayor marked by crises, curves, coups
Allegheny
Lights, camera, takeoff: Former Pittsburgh airport terminal rebranded as film set
Lawsuit accuses Shady Side Academy of firing nursing director who raised concerns
Millvale accepts bank’s terms for $2M in loans approved by county judge
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Finding love at 13,500 feet: Shaler couple meets, builds relationship through skydivingVideo
Morning Roundup: Man shot in Clairton; Mt. Lebanon Police search for missing teen
4 Football Flyer buses will be free during NFL Draft
Shaler unveils advanced AEDs available for public use in township’s 10 parksVideo
F&F Pizzeria in Mt. Lebanon introduces spring spritz menu featuring olive oil cocktail
Man gets up to 30 years in prison for killing homeless woman under Carnegie bridge
Westmoreland
Jeannette boosts pay for new patrol officers to address 3 open positions
State police make arrest after killing of pet cat
Jeannette parks could see camera installation
Ligonier Township supervisors failed to approve request; Country Market to look at other options
Westmoreland airport authority votes to extend paid parking lot, reduce price to $4
Jeannette receives land that would allow expansion of public works department
Westmoreland County finalizes plans for May primary
Insulting, blasphemous, disgrace: Western Pennsylvania Catholics weigh in on public discourse between Trump, Pope Leo XIV
Greensburg another step closer on easements for Northmont flood control project
Ligonier gazebo plays prominent role in trailer for ‘Hershey’ filmVideo
Valley News Dispatch
Pittsburgh Brewing pours its heart into new Downtown taproom experiment
1 injured in Pittsburgh Mills crash
New traffic signal installed at the foot of Tarentum Bridge after the old one was struck last month
Harrison targets blight with demolitions, forms revitalization group
Research Expo at Penn State New Ken shows students resilient as ever
$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
Westmoreland County finalizes plans for May primary
The Stroller, April 15, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Long-awaited cleanup work begins at Parks Township nuclear dump
Regional
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
Motorcyclist killed in Uniontown crash
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
Man who posted online as ‘Mr. Satan’ pleads guilty to threatening to kill Trump, ICE agents
Colleges attract nontraditional students given upcoming enrollment cliffVideo
Weeklong march for immigrant rights ends with relief, calls for closure of Moshannon centerVideo
Bethel Park Journal
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
YMCA, St. Clair Health team up for Healthy Kids Day in Bethel Park
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
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of April 12, 2026
$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
Letter to the editor: Bring integrity back to mayoral office in Aspinwall
Blawnox upgrades borough website to make it more ADA accessible
Sprinter breaks longstanding Fox Chapel record in 100 meters
Fox Chapel Herald notebook: Shady Side Academy teammates collide
Fox Chapel baseball managing ups, downs of section play
Plum moves up in section with win over Fox Chapel
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 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
Murrysville area: Historical open house, woman’s club scholarships, electric car show, more
Export takes control of Italy Road, looks ahead to sewage work
Slickville airman’s remains slated for burial in Delmont 80 years after WWII
North Journal
New coach determined to build off strong season for North Hills boys volleyball
At the library: Here are some upcoming programs at Northland Public Library
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
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
Norwin baseball survives strong Hempfield rally for section win
Norwin track teams out to defend WPIAL team titles
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
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
Penn-Trafford High School to perform ‘Mamma Mia’
Plum Advance Leader
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
Almost 100 communities need new road salt supplier after vendor ends contract with council of governments
Sewickley Herald
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
Quaker Valley track teams get off to quick start
Sewickley art exhibitions support Youth Arts Possibilities program
Clothing collection, worship services and more at Sewickley area churches
Belle Vernon’s Max Henson, North Allegheny’s Advaita Sircar reign again in WPIAL boys tennis
USA Today ranks Sewickley best small town in the NortheastVideo
Charges dropped against Sewickley man detained by ICE
Shaler Journal
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
Shaler goalie headed to Slovakia for ball hockey world championships
Natural gas pipeline upgrade will impact parts of Fall Run Park in Shaler
South Hills Record
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
South Hills Record notebook: Brentwood swimmer rewrites record book