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Pittsburgh
Work underway to make Pittsburgh’s Golden Triangle shine under lights of NFL draft
Broken plows, inexperienced drivers contributed to Pittsburgh’s snow removal woes, mayor says
Renderings show how NFL Draft will take over Downtown Pittsburgh and North Shore
Officials warn people to stay off frozen Pittsburgh rivers
Pittsburgh man gets life without parole for killing teen outside Strip District restaurant
Pittsburgh Public Schools building closure plan discussions back on the table
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Mayor lauds Pittsburgh teen for securing 20,000-pound cereal donation
Expert witness for Fern Hollow bridge victims claims engineering firms missed problems prior to collapse
Woman struck by bus in Oakland
Allegheny
Officials warn people to stay off frozen Pittsburgh rivers
World’s tallest living female dog is a Great Dane with an ironic name and Pittsburgh roots
4 North Allegheny students named to Junior Achievement’s 18 Under Eighteen for 2026
Etna officials rally volunteers to help neighbors dig out from record-setting snow
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Inmate who died at Allegheny County Jail identified as Hampton man
‘A little scary’ and a lot dangerous: People reminded to stay off frozen rivers
Making the grade: School districts vary when configuring grade levels in buildings
Recovery group marks 70th anniversary of ditching of B-25 bomber in Mon River
Police: Wilkinsburg man assaulted woman, stole her vehicle
Westmoreland
Guilty plea appealed again in Jeannette football stadium shooting
Jurors in Thomas Stanko trial can hear evidence that Cassandra Gross was declared dead in 2019
Greensburg considering $1M fire truck purchase
Herminie man faces charges in multiple cases in Westmoreland, Fayette counties
$250,000 winning Cash 5 ticket sold in Unity
Greensburg, Southwest Greensburg to accept Hometown Hero banner applications
Suspect in fatal hit-run found hiding under insulation in Jeannette attic
Years after Cassandra Gross disappeared, her mother says the unanswered questions never go awayVideo
Opponents of Homer City power plant and data center air concerns at community gathering
Western Pa. casinos report mixed results despite 5th year of statewide gambling revenue growth
Valley News Dispatch
Volunteers step up for community snow shoveling effort in Sharpsburg
Plum Council expected to vote on new Taco Bell
Tarentum mayor says ‘standard is the same’ for consolidated police force
Fishing tournament honors legacy of late Brackenridge police Chief Justin McIntire
Oakmont ICE arrest spurs new policy on cooperation with law enforcement at Riverview School District
Lower Burrell zoning board to consider credit union’s proposal to move to old PNC Bank building
Penn State launches change-of-campus program
The Stroller, Feb. 3, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Springdale’s agreement with ICE brings fear closer to home for some local immigrants
Ben Franklin-signed land grant in Upper Burrell ‘quite the conversation piece’
Regional
Pittsburgh Marathon announces partnership with Reykjavík Marathon in Iceland
Opponents of Homer City power plant and data center air concerns at community gathering
Another record low: Temps dip to minus 11 degrees overnight
Snowstorm highlights staffing struggles of Southwestern Pa. home care agencies
Go Laurel Highlands’ annual photo contest captures the region’s beauty
Springdale’s agreement with ICE brings fear closer to home for some local immigrants
Flashback foods: The hunger for favorite foods from the past
Former youth football director charged with taking more than $227K in league funds
How cold is it? Pittsburgh is breaking records
What to know about police cooperation with ICE in Pennsylvania
Bethel Park Journal
In brief: Senior softball registration open, indoor farmers market and more in Bethel Park
Bethel Park student achievements for the week of Jan. 27, 2026
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Bethel Park notebook: Wrestler captures county championship
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
Bridgeville Signal Item
Bridgeville to host ‘tree tender’ course
Chartiers Valley digs out of snow, cools off Lincoln Park
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
Updated Carlynton graduation requirements focus on real-world skills
Upgraded pedestrian crossing planned for Bower Hill Road in Bridgeville
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
Fox Chapel Herald
Shady Side Academy notebook: Hockey alum to play for Team USA
Fox Chapel wrestlers gearing up for postseason tournaments
Fox Chapel boys feel sense of urgency as playoffs approach
In brief: Happenings from throughout the Fox Chapel area
Fox Chapel police chief search wrapping up
Fox Chapel Area School District sets property tax hike limit
Blawnox launches ‘soft dig’ to test water lines throughout borough
Fox Chapel real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1
Town hall scheduled on proposed statewide cellphone ban in schools
Retired Fox Chapel attorney ranks 3rd in nation for niche sport of stair climbing
Monroeville Times Express
Murrysville receives funds for Route 22 signal, bridge replacement projectsVideo
Gateway School District’s annual exhibit to shine light on students’ creativity during Youth Art Month
Police shoot armed man outside Wilkins apartment complexVideo
Gateway School Board votes on assessment appeals, grant, supplements
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
In meeting of 2 of WPIAL’s brightest stars, Lincoln Park pulls away from Gateway
Gateway boys smother Franklin Regional, pull 2 games ahead in standings
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
Murrysville Star
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1, 2026
Latrobe boys use size to claw past Franklin Regional in must-win game
Murrysville receives funds for Route 22 signal, bridge replacement projectsVideo
Franklin Regional grad completes 1st short film through University of Pittsburgh fellowshipVideo
Murrysville area: Super bingo, hot chocolate hike, cake decorating, more
Murrysville athletic association takes on ‘Kids of Steel’ runnersVideo
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Franklin Regional boys, girls earn team titles at WCCA swim meet
Franklin Regional boys basketball battles through Section 1-5A slate
Franklin Regional soccer player studying link between knee injuries, turf
North Journal
North Hills area communities digging out from major snowfall
Ross officials advise residents to stay home if possible during winter storm
26th annual Unity Breakfast channels King’s message of being ‘a catalyst for change’
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
Norwin Star
Norwin notebook: Tristyn Tavares taking talents to Cal (Pa.)
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1, 2026
Fundraisers organized for victims of separate North Huntingdon fires
North Huntingdon gets state grant for Indian Lake rehab project
Lawsuit claims parents allowed ‘party house’ that led to fatal dirt bike crash of Norwin teens
Norwin area: School official can approve change orders, bike racks proposed, more
Norwin decks Trinity, advances to WPIAL Class 3A team wrestling semifinalsVideo
5-2 guard Giuliana Giannikas plays big for Norwin girls again in win over Upper St. Clair
Allegheny County man sentenced for North Huntingdon gun thefts
2 elderly residents escape house fire in North Huntingdon
Penn Hills Progress
Town hall scheduled on proposed statewide cellphone ban in schools
Man trying to flee police walks several miles up the frozen Allegheny River, authorities say
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Penn Hills residents asked not to travel during incoming winter storm
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
Penn-Trafford Star
Penn-Trafford enters stretch run among top PIHL Class 2A contenders
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1, 2026
Penn-Trafford area: Bushy Run events, Galentine’s Day, Lego bingo, more
Penn-Trafford boys beat buzzer to defeat Latrobe
Plum’s Stephans hits 1,000 points in defeat of Penn-Trafford girls
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Bushy Run to temporarily close museum while searching for new manager
Woman sentenced for shooting Penn Township roommate with century-old shotgun
Westmoreland developments: Longtime Penn Township restaurant for sale, dog grooming salon opens in Hempfield
Bushy Run Battlefield museum manager to depart post
Plum Advance Leader
Town hall scheduled on proposed statewide cellphone ban in schools
Plum’s Stephans hits 1,000 points in defeat of Penn-Trafford girls
Winter storm provides Western Pa. schools a chance to show flexible instruction in action
Plum hockey team riding high as regular season winds down
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 25, 2026
Plum says it’s short on salt, tells residents to avoid unnecessary travel
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
Sewickley Herald
In brief: Block party, soup swap, meetings, art show and more in Sewickley area
Trib HSSN girls basketball player of the week for Feb. 1, 2026Video
Sewickley sports notebook: Co-op helps build depth for Quaker Valley swimming
Sewickley Academy boys dominating WPIAL competition
Quaker Valley wrestler Matt Danna joins 100-win club
Alexa Westwood, Quaker Valley swimming teammates working toward goals
Contributions from Keira Watson, teammates lead Quaker Valley girls to key section win
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1, 2026
Pancake breakfast, Ash Wednesday services and more at Sewickley area churches
Support groups, children’s ministry, food drive and more at Sewickley area churches
Shaler Journal
Hearing on Millvale’s emergency request to borrow $2 million delayed
Shaler Area communities digging out from major snowfall
Florida man admits setting parked car on fire in Etna, police say
9th annual Hygge New Year event brings self-care to Millvale
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
South Hills Record
South Hills student achievements for the week of Jan. 27, 2026
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
17 individuals, 2 teams to join West Jefferson Hills Hall of Fame in Class of 2026
Pair of champion lead Thomas Jefferson wrestlers at Allegheny County tournament
Thomas Jefferson sophomore takes game worldwide at softball tournament in Netherlands
Captains hit right notes for Baldwin’s championship competitive spirit team
Big season brewing for Thomas Jefferson boys, girls basketball