Western PA Local News
Pittsburgh
Mother, baby boy ‘doing fine’ after birth on side of Parkway North
2 men shot in Edgewood found in crashed car in Point Breeze, county police say
Slammed with snow, Western Pa. braces for deep freeze, dangerous roads and widespread shutdownsVideo
Bloomfield fire displaces 5 adults, 2 childrenVideo
Pittsburgh International Airport ‘prepared’ for snowstorm, spokesman says
O’Connor says Pittsburgh preparing for snow with additional trucks, staffing
East Liberty becomes stage for anti-ICE protests
Control the uncontrollable: Here’s why people stock up before a snowstorm
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy looks to better connect Beltzhoover with McKinley Park amenities
Allentown business owners request permanent light rail service for Pittsburgh neighborhood
Allegheny
Fire destroys 2 North Versailles homes
2 men shot in Edgewood found in crashed car in Point Breeze, county police say
Florida man admits setting parked car on fire in Etna, police say
‘Greenfield’s going to celebrate’: Hometown beams as Mike McCarthy takes over Steelers
Man who died in North Park crash identified
Pittsburgh International Airport ‘prepared’ for snowstorm, spokesman says
Updated Carlynton graduation requirements focus on real-world skills
Upgraded pedestrian crossing planned for Bower Hill Road in Bridgeville
Early preparation of salt supplies places North Hills communities in good spot ahead of storm
Stocking up: Residents race to get supplies ahead of winter storm
Westmoreland
Radon testing kits now available for free at Westmoreland County Libraries
Hempfield Area High School air quality safe from mold, superintendent says
Bushy Run to temporarily close museum while searching for new manager
How to become a National Weather Service reporter in Western Pa.Video
Judge rules theft case against former Westmoreland purchasing head can proceed
‘It shook the entire house’: Neighbors describe rescue after Delmont apartment explosion
Woman sentenced for shooting Penn Township roommate with century-old shotgun
Greensburg man pleads guilty in hit-and-run crash
Westmoreland County kicks off America’s 250th with courthouse light-up ceremony
Westmoreland happenings: Senior citizen news, free movie, more
Valley News Dispatch
Bonfire Restaurant owners pass torch to new family in Allegheny Township
The Stroller, Jan. 26, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Faces of the Valley: North Apollo man celebrated for 50-year career journey
Leechburg to commence pollution reduction plan in summer
Late salt deliveries could hamper storm response in some towns
Springdale asks residents to stay home, keep cars off street during expected storm
The Stroller, Jan. 25, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
The Stroller, Jan. 24, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
New assistant principal set to start at Bon Air Elementary
Stocking up: Residents race to get supplies ahead of winter storm
Regional
Region preparing for largest snowfall in over a decade, but expected to arrive later than previously forecast
Hospitals, ambulance services brace for snow set to blanket Western Pa.
Suicide threat thwarted by State Police at Indiana Regional Medical Center, man in custody
Control the uncontrollable: Here’s why people stock up before a snowstorm
Lee, Deluzio oppose funding for ICE
Road restrictions expand across Pennsylvania as forecasters warn of dangerous winter storm
Churches in Western Pa. excuse Mass attendance as snowstorm approaches
What’s canceled, rescheduled because of impending snowstorm
PETA proposes replacing Punxsutawney Phil with giant hologram
Crews brace for snow: Here’s how roads are prioritized during snowstorms
Bethel Park Journal
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
Paczki are back at Western Pennsylvania bakeries
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
Bridgeville Signal Item
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
Quaker Valley regional government director Patrick Conners resigns to take same job with South Hills council
Carnegie Carnegie to host Civil War symposium
Plans advance for Chartiers Valley High School renovation project
Chartiers Valley girl, family sue district over alleged sexual abuse by fellow pupil in 3rd grade
Chartiers Valley revamps high school courses
New Carnegie mayor is youngest in borough’s history
Chartiers Valley schedules special meeting for district improvements plan
Scott commissioners reelect Altman as board president
Fox Chapel Herald
Trip to county finals rewarding for Fox Chapel senior wrestler
Fox Chapel freshman wrestler sees hard work pay off with breakthrough win
Pitt to honor Shady Side Academy girls basketball coach Jonna Burke
Cronuts and cruffins among Mexican-themed delights at newly opened Gordo’s Cafe & Cantina in O’Hara
Foxwall EMS, West Deer EMS announce new strategic partnership to boost efficiency, service
O’Hara issues surprise merger of Pleasant Valley, Parkview fire departments
In brief: Happenings from across the Fox Chapel area
Q&A: Fox Chapel native’s film on human trafficking gets rereleaseVideo
O’Hara officials approve new 4-year deal with police department
Fox Chapel Area sophomore advocates for improved pedestrian safety in O’Hara, Fox Chapel
Monroeville Times Express
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Gateway thespians deliver heartfelt performance of ‘Almost, Maine’
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 18, 2026
Gateway School Board to vote on real estate assessment appeals, recognizes principal, board
Monroeville area: Mini golf fundraiser, Medicare seminar, winter revival, super bingo and more
Gateway grad Dino Nadarevic gets college career underway at Duquesne
Gateway swimmers working hard to build foundation for rest of season
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’
Murrysville Star
Franklin Regional boys basketball battles through Section 1-5A slate
Franklin Regional soccer player studying link between knee injuries, turf
‘It shook the entire house’: Neighbors describe rescue after Delmont apartment explosion
North Huntingdon man involved in Salem vehicle crash has died
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
WCCA swimming championships should have different look this year
Man flown to hospital following apparent explosion at Delmont apartmentVideo
Murrysville area: K-9 fundraiser dinner, dress donations, cheer clinic, more
Franklin Regional clips Norwin for section title in matchup of top 2 teams in Class 3A
Judge tosses criminal case against man accused of causing trooper overdose in Delmont drug sting
North Journal
Highland Avenue focus of safety improvements in West View following fatal crash
In brief: Happenings across the North Hills Journal area
At the library: Here are some upcoming programs at Northland Public Library
New North Hills swimming coach building trust within program
North Hills’ Paige Hollengberger a unique multi-sport athlete
Alma mater comes calling as North Hills hires 4-time WPIAL champ Eric Kasperowicz as football coach
North Hills School District announces key dates for students, job fair to fill 15 teaching positions
Richland play cafe owner looks to create place where children, parents can make memories together
Trib HSSN boys basketball player of the week for Jan. 12, 2026Video
Northland Public Library celebrates results of $4.1M renovation at ribbon-cutting ceremony
Norwin Star
Franklin Regional clips Norwin for section title in matchup of top 2 teams in Class 3A
Norwin School District sets property tax hike limit
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 18, 2026
Norwin library to create children’s story walk at Irwin Park
Path that started at Norwin carries Indiana offensive coordinator Mike Shanahan to brink of national title
Irwin bridge closed after hole opens in deck of structure
Norwin area: Irwin appointments, bingo, solar energy meeting, more
Sheetz in North Huntingdon sells $1.4 million winning lottery ticket
Irwin OKs plans for Chipotle restaurant
Hempfield boys give coach best birthday present: a win over Norwin
Penn Hills Progress
Penn Hills native still stunned after performing in Billy Joel’s return to stageVideo
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 18, 2026
Penn Hills defense smothers struggling Kiski Area
In brief: Happenings across the Penn Hills area
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-Trafford Star
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Westmoreland developments: Longtime Penn Township restaurant for sale, dog grooming salon opens in Hempfield
Bushy Run Battlefield museum manager to depart post
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 18, 2026
Franklin Regional boys turn back Penn-Trafford behind Logan Walter’s 32 points
Penn-Trafford graduate, former Wisconsin RB Cade Yacamelli transfers to Miami (Ohio)
Penn Township to gather public input on latest rezoning proposal
Penn Township fires finance director after about 5 months on the job
As Penn-Trafford wrestlers get healthy, optimism grows
Penn-Trafford notebook: Sean Goodman’s hat trick sparks hockey team
Plum Advance Leader
Plum High School honored by Special Olympics for unified sports teams
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 18, 2026
Riley Stephans scores 29, Tamia West stuffs stat sheet as Plum tops Franklin Regional
Plum begins vast addition, renovation project at O’Block Elementary
Plum girls grab section lead with win against Fox Chapel
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
Sewickley Herald
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Sewickley sports notebook: Quaker Valley hockey secures back-to-back shutouts
Quaker Valley swimmers ramp up for postseason meets
Quaker Valley boys in driver’s seat as stretch run draws near
Plarn workshop, children’s ministry and more at Sewickley area churches
Glen Osborne officials seek volunteers to fill council vacancy
Edgeworth reappoints council president, vice president as part of reorganization
Quaker Valley regional government director Patrick Conners resigns to take same job with South Hills council
Quaker Valley officials pledge to cap any real estate tax hike next school year to within state limitations
Glen Osborne welcomes 3rd mayor in a year
Shaler Journal
At the library: Here are some upcoming events at the Glenshaw, Millvale and Shaler North Hills facilities
Shaler’s Ruckus Cafe expands to 2nd location in Pittsburgh
In brief: Happenings from across the Shaler Journal area
Former player, assistant Ben Yeckel steps in to lead Shaler baseball program
Key win builds confidence for young Shaler girls lineup after significant injury
Judge delays ruling on Millvale’s $2M emergency loan request
Judge signals support for emergency $2M loan for Millvale
Millvale man accused of firing shotgun, threatening to kill woman with school bus nearby
Shaler-area municipalities reorganize following November election
‘Irritated’ Etna resident Dave Becki celebrated as dedicated public servant after 36 years as councilman
South Hills Record
Thomas Jefferson sophomore takes game worldwide at softball tournament in Netherlands
Big season brewing for Thomas Jefferson boys, girls basketball
South Hills Record notebook: Thomas Jefferson workhorse back recognized
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
Captains hit right notes for Baldwin’s championship competitive spirit team
South Hills real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Pleasant Hills opens new borough building