Western PA Local News
Pittsburgh
Plans for $500M Bakery Square expansion retooled by Walnut Capital
1 dead, 1 injured in Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar house fire
More Parkway East traffic stoppages planned
Pittsburgh councilman pushes referendum to avert future budget pitfalls
New mayor, new effort by Pittsburgh council to kill master plan contracts
‘It’s the Wild West’: Pittsburgh council eyes short-term rental crackdown
O’Connor unveils Main and Main initiative to revitalize Pittsburgh business districts
Cava Mediterranean restaurant to open in East Liberty
Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership hopes to fill empty storefronts ahead of NFL Draft
Point Park University classes to go remote during NFL Draft in April
Allegheny
Century III Mall demolition nears end as potential buyer voices interest
Police investigate fatal shooting in Wilkinsburg
New Carnegie mayor is youngest in borough’s history
Ex-boyfriend gets up to 60 years for killing woman at Bellevue bus stop
Fox Chapel traffic signal upgrade replaces obsolete equipment
Millvale man accused of firing shotgun, threatening to kill woman with school bus nearby
North Hills School District announces key dates for students, job fair to fill 15 teaching positions
More Parkway East traffic stoppages planned
‘Large-scale’ illegal marijuana sales operation found at 2 vape shops on McKnight Road in Ross, police say
Shaler-area municipalities reorganize following November election
Westmoreland
Derry woman pleads guilty to forged death certificate scam
Probation imposed on massage parlor worker charged in prostitution ring raids
Police say Bradenville taxidermist accepted animals, payment but never completed work
Police: Shooter fired 3 times, beat up man dating his estranged wife outside East Huntingdon fitness center
Attorney: New Florence murder suspect expected to testify for prosecution
Greensburg OKs plan for Sheetz at East Pittsburgh Street
Man hospitalized after being shot at East Huntingdon shopping plaza; suspect in custody, identifiedVideo
Judge sets state prison sentence for man who punched, kicked and choked dog in South Huntingdon
Rutter’s opens 1st store in Westmoreland CountyVideo
Greensburg moves another step closer to beginning Northmont flood control work
Valley News Dispatch
EMS authority meeting postponed for Harrison, Tarentum, Brackenridge
Portion of walking trail closed at O’Hara Community Park
Harrison Hills to spruce up park, playgrounds
Blawnox man sentenced for child sexual assault
‘We want to be thoughtful’: New Kensington-Arnold to consider realigning grades
Plum begins vast addition, renovation project at O’Block Elementary
More sexual assault charges filed against former Highlands teacher Sean Dicer
The Stroller, Jan. 14, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Allegheny Township man accused of trying to purchase 6-year-old girl
Building the Valley: Family creates cozy country charm with Bear Roots cafe in Washington Township
Regional
‘It’s time’: Most Steelers fans welcome departure of coach Mike Tomlin
Value City Furniture to close all Western Pa. locations
Allegheny Health Network promotes West Penn Hospital head to run regional doctors group
Mites on Ice brawl seen as good, bad, unforgettable
Morning Roundup: Police say Verona woman assaulted, bit her father
‘ICE Out’ protests scheduled for Pittsburgh, Greensburg, elsewhere
Fayette County man accused of beating, threatening to kill woman during 4 days of captivity
A look at the classic diners still holding on in Western PennsylvaniaVideo
Bikers berserk: 10 to stand trial in Washington County bar brawl said to involve War Dogs, Pagans
Planned Parenthood announces temporary closures in Pittsburgh, region
Bethel Park Journal
In brief: Holiday concert, Rotary scholarship and more around Bethel Park
Bethel Park student achievements for the week of Dec. 9, 2025
Ruthfred Acres Woman’s Club crafters make blankets for foster children
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 7, 2025
Bethel Park constructing band shell in Millennium Park
Identification of WWII airman Sidney Burke’s remains was ‘82 years in the making,’ nephew says
In brief: Tree lighting, holiday concert and more in Bethel Park
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 23, 2025
Bethel Park residents help collect 3,000 pounds of food for nonprofits
Bethel Park residents to see small tax increase in 2026
Carnegie Signal Item
Scott commissioners reelect Altman as board president
Chartiers Valley Primary School students get history lesson while celebrating school’s 30th birthday
Ukrainian Catholic church sues Collier for blocking chapel project
Scott police to add social worker to department’s ranks
Carnegie-based Better Business Bureau names new president
Cupples-Wisniowski named Collier commissioner president
Bridgeville Council reorganizes, selects Cimarolli as president
Chartiers Valley’s ‘Badges and Baristas’ connects students, police over coffee
Collier-area fire departments to get new turnout gear
LED field lights coming to Bridgeville’s Chartiers Park
Fox Chapel Herald
Blawnox man sentenced for child sexual assault
Plum girls grab section lead with win against Fox Chapel
Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church launches 12th annual Fill the Truck to help local food pantries
New educational era unfolds as Rockwell Middle School opens at Shady Side Academy in Fox Chapel
In brief: Happenings from throughout the Fox Chapel area
Trib HSSN girls basketball player of the week for Jan. 11, 2026
‘Pierogi Paradise’ awaits at old-school Starlite Lounge in Blawnox
Fox Chapel Herald notebook: Goalie stands tall in Fox Chapel loss
Fox Chapel girls taking charge of defensive strategy
Unbeaten New Castle boys use late charge to fend off Fox Chapel
Monroeville Times Express
Gateway grad Dino Nadarevic gets college career underway at Duquesne
Monroeville area: Mini golf fundraiser, Medicare seminar, winter revival, super bingo and more
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 11, 2026
Tamburitzan alum takes on new role as artistic director
New drama club at Gateway Middle School preps for ‘Music Man: Kids’
Orthodox Christmas to be celebrated Wednesday across region
As another year ends, community remembers Monroeville Mall’s heyday during annual ball drop
Monroeville man will march in Tournament of Roses Parade with a band of, well, band directors
Officers bring gifts, holiday cheer during 14th annual Presents From PoliceVideo
PitCare Meals on Wheels delivers comfort, conversation, a few surprises ahead of holidays
Murrysville Star
Murrysville area: Presidents portrayed, Turkey Cup winners, comedy night, more
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 11, 2026
Franklin Regional boys stay atop WPIAL wrestling heap; girls team makes strides
Murrysville Star notebook: Franklin Regional grad returning to Riveters
Trial set for Delmont mother accused in torture death of adopted son
Panther cheer competition squads prepare for alumni night, national competition in FloridaVideo
Don’t blame this Franklin Regional grad for hoping the Steelers lose Monday. It’s his job
‘Brothers’ face off as Franklin Regional wrestling continues its roll with win over Plum
Latrobe boys rise up to hand Franklin Regional 1st loss in section
Delmont will accept letters of interest for mayor’s seat
North Journal
Northland Public Library celebrates results of $4.1M renovation at ribbon-cutting ceremony
Richland play cafe owner looks to create place where children, parents can make memories together
‘Large-scale’ illegal marijuana sales operation found at 2 vape shops on McKnight Road in Ross, police say
Ross welcomes 2 new commissioners, names interim manager
Girl Scout trio raises chickens for West View Urban Farm to help address food insecurity
Seven Fields native Ava McNaughton picked for U.S. Olympic women’s hockey team; Hilary Knight to make 5th Olympics appearance
Ross posthumously honors business owner Bobby Colosimo for generosity to community
Looking back on pop culture that had Western Pennsylvania buzzing in 2025
La Roche University gifted buildings, including motherhouse, from Sisters of Divine Providence
Ross property owners to see tax increase for 2nd consecutive year
Norwin Star
Diminutive Giuliana Giannikas plays big for Norwin girls in win over Hempfield
Norwin school bus company facing driver shortages
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 11, 2026
Norwin notebook: Hockey team making strides
Norwin girls basketball alumni starring on college hardwood
Norwin girls rally past 1st-place Canon-McMillan
Norwin area: Sage’s Army bingo, Irwin council elects leaders, more
$1 million scratch-off sold at North Huntingdon Walmart
Fire kills 6 dogs at North Huntingdon kennel
Norwin wrestling decks Penn-Trafford with 6 pins
Penn Hills Progress
Here are some upcoming events at Penn Hills Library
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 11, 2026
Road to more wins starts at the free-throw line for Penn Hills girls
Penn Hills boys hungry to pile up wins
Mechanical malfunction leads to Penn Hills school bus fire
Penn Hills mayor challenges interim manager appointment process
Penn Hills boys run away with win over Plum
Plum girls keep cool, hold on to defeat Penn Hills in key section matchup
Penn Hills man charged in shooting at South Hills Village Mall
Driver flees after crashing into Penn Hills home
Penn-Trafford Star
Penn-Trafford notebook: Sean Goodman’s hat trick sparks hockey team
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 11, 2026
Penn-Trafford area: History talk, puzzle sale, Sportsman’s Bash, more
Norwin wrestling decks Penn-Trafford with 6 pins
Central Pa. man charged in Trafford power substation explosions
Westmoreland developments: Manor restaurant revived, Hempfield welcomes secondhand clothing store
Westmoreland judge rejects battered woman appeal in decades-old murder case
Penn-Trafford boys rally, get late basket from Ponko to defeat Latrobe
Wilkinsburg educator tapped for Penn-Trafford High School assistant principal role
Trafford historian seeks federal approval for naming Brush Creek tributary
Plum Advance Leader
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Jan. 12, 2026
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 11, 2026
Plum’s Alaina Claassen, Saphia Davis stacking wins ahead of postseason tournaments
Owen Campbell climbing Plum’s all-time wins list after reaching century mark
No arrests yet in Greenfield shooting, abduction
‘Brothers’ face off as Franklin Regional wrestling continues its roll with win over Plum
Pittsburgh police: Kidnapping in Plum related to Greenfield shooting
New members join Plum Council, leaders named
Penn Hills boys run away with win over Plum
Oakmont looks into new technology for busy intersection
Sewickley Herald
At 600-win milestone, Quaker Valley coach Mike Mastroianni proud of program’s impact
Sewickley Academy boys basketball coach Mike Iuzzolino to be honored at Saint Francis
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley boys notch quality wins
From penalty box to policy briefs, Sewickley Academy junior has passion for hockey, law
Sewickley Academy girls ready to bring high-energy style to heart of section schedule
Sewickley Academy boys roll into new year undefeated
Quaker Valley athletes make college choices in wide variety of sports
5 Quaker Valley standouts among players chosen for PIHL all-star games
Maryland recruit Mimi Thiero resetting Quaker Valley’s record books
State funding approved to fix Backbone Road in Sewickley Heights
Shaler Journal
‘Irritated’ Etna resident Dave Becki celebrated as dedicated public servant after 36 years as councilman
Bread of Life Food Pantry in Etna strives to provide more than just food
Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church launches 12th annual Fill the Truck to help local food pantries
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Jan. 9-11
Millvale says it will have to shut down all services if borough isn’t allowed to borrow $2 million
Duncan’s Diner: Shaler teen gives back with Make-A-Wish to help other kids fighting cancer
Shaler police charge pair of 18-year-old men with stealing items from unlocked vehicles
Police charge woman after Facebook feud triggers stabbing in Shaler
Cash 5 lottery ticket worth $770,000 sold in Shaler
Aspinwall, Sharpsburg and neighboring fire departments team up to rebuild volunteer force
South Hills Record
Police release details about South Hills Village Mall shooting incident
Duck-themed Elf on the Shelf brings holiday cheer to South Park Elementary Center
Upper St. Clair High School senior class has 16 sets of twins
DA drops assault charge against Pittsburgh cop in domestic incident
Jefferson Memorial bell celebrates 250 years of U.S.
In brief: Pierogi sale, holiday events and more in the South Hills
South Hills real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 7, 2025
Realtor: North, South Hills real estate markets have more similarities than you’d think
Morning Roundup: Water main break in Mt. Lebanon; bear spotted in Pine
In brief: Pierogi sale, Christmas cookie sale and more in the South Hills