Western PA Local News
Pittsburgh
Casa San José goes virtual amid increased ICE presence in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh police officer placed on leave after bar fight
Pittsburgh councilwoman pushes for better sidewalk snow removal
Brentwood man remains in ICE custody after hospital stay, 1st hearing
Morning Roundup: Braddock fire victim identified; Code Orange extended for Mon Valley
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Pittsburgh council approves 1 ballot question for May primary
Diocese of Pittsburgh to close 7 churches next month
Pittsburgh region heads into extended warmup after another sub-zero night
An unexplained departure and a triumphant return to the U.S.Video
Allegheny
Morning Roundup: Braddock fire victim identified; Code Orange extended for Mon Valley
Fatal crash ends search for suspect in McKees Rocks shooting
Federal bill sends $7M to Western Pa. transportation projects
An unexplained departure and a triumphant return to the U.S.Video
Chartiers Valley Dance Troupe places 2nd at national competition
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Carlynton takes out $24.46M bond for Carnegie renovation, high school projects
McCandless family turns snow event into teaching moment for young sons with DIY igloo
Reserve renews garbage contract for 2 more years
Police identify driver killed in wrong-way crash on Parkway West
Westmoreland
Crews work to stabilize sinkhole in Greensburg
Snow, bitter cold pose problems for home heating oil deliveries; cost per gallon jumps higher
Wrong-way driver crashes into 3 tractor-trailers on I-70 in HempfieldVideo
Police say woman took resident cat from laundry area of KOA Campground in Sewickley Township
Norwin youth sports teams oppose hiking fees for fields, gym
Residents weigh in on Penn Township’s latest rezoning proposal
Homicide trial opens for 2 charged in St. Clair woman’s murderVideo
Jail informants testify Stanko admitted to killing Cassandra Gross
Ace Bartenders owners purchase The Club at Blackthorne for $3.9M amid zoning dispute
‘The love is still here’: Record search reveals Greensburg couple’s 75th anniversary is their 74th
Valley News Dispatch
Harrison eyes 6 roads for summer paving
Oakmont senior apartment building residents can’t flush or shower until plumbing repairs complete
Forbes Road Career & Technology Center to continue remote learning due to water main break
Arnold man sentenced to 13 years for heroin, fentanyl trafficking
Burst water pipe at Riverview Senior Living in Harrison forces some residents to move
Oakmont man arrested by ICE is home, but being monitored; future unclear
The Stroller, Feb. 10, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Burrell basketball coach accused of draining $246K from Montgomery County nonprofit
Oakmont man released from ICE custody ‘profoundly relieved and grateful to God,’ attorney says
1970s water lines to be replaced on Bull Creek Road in Fawn
Regional
With flat state funding, it’s ‘too soon to tell’ if state-owned institutions will increase tuition
An unexplained departure and a triumphant return to the U.S.Video
Ice dams can build as temperatures rise, putting homes at risk for water leaks
From Darkness to Light: The Marc Fogel Story
Proposed ban on cellphones in school gains traction across the state
A life in prison: Fogel spends days reading, praying and grappling with unpredictable conditionsVideo
Boil water advisory impacting 95K in Allegheny, Washington counties could take ‘several days’ to lift
Verizon’s FIOS TV customers will be able to watch the Super Bowl, Olympics on WPXI
‘Injustice system’: Fogel maps legal strategy for court, and ultimately feels Russian wrathVideo
Harmony woman dies at scene of head-on crash in Beaver County
Bethel Park Journal
Bethel Park musician shows songwriting skills on debut release
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
Bridgeville Signal Item
Carlynton takes out $24.46M bond for Carnegie renovation, high school projects
Scott Township man detained by ICE in Plum being held in West Virginia jail
Allegheny Land Trust nears goal to conserve 30 acres in Collier for park expansion
Chartiers Valley 8th grade student wins MLK poetry contest, community award
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
Fox Chapel Herald
Fox Chapel Herald notebook: Former Foxes football coach picked for PSFCA Hall of Fame
Fox Chapel hockey steadily adapting to physicality of PIHL’s top competition
Fox Chapel girls look to enter playoffs with momentum
Fox Chapel boys buckle down late in season
In brief: Happenings from throughout the Fox Chapel area
At the library: Here are some upcoming events at Cooper-Siegel and Sharpsburg community libraries
Fox Chapel real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8
Fox Chapel boys clinch spot in basketball playoffs with win over Butler
Fox Chapel real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8
Terry Smith, Tom Loughran to be inducted into state football coaches hall of fameVideo
Monroeville Times Express
After securing section title, Gateway boys turn focus to WPIAL playoffs
Monroeville area: Convention center events, kindergarten signups, baby shower and more
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
WPIAL investigating brawl between Penn Hills, Gateway girls basketball teams
Autism advocacy groups to host open-mic karaoke at Monroeville MallVideo
Terry Smith, Tom Loughran to be inducted into state football coaches hall of fameVideo
1st-place Gateway boys hang on to quell Penn-Trafford’s comeback attemptVideo
Monroeville native, WWE announcer Corey Graves grapples with new role as Point Park professor
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1, 2026
Murrysville receives funds for Route 22 signal, bridge replacement projectsVideo
Murrysville Star
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Norwin, Franklin Regional wrestling teams advance to PIAA semis
Autism advocacy groups to host open-mic karaoke at Monroeville MallVideo
Franklin Regional girls score in closing seconds to grab playoff spot over Shaler
Murrysville area: School board schedule changes, bingo, fundraisers, more
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1, 2026
Late heroics lift Franklin Regional wrestling past Norwin for 2nd straight WPIAL 3A team title
Franklin Regional notebook: Panthers wrestlers again advance in postseason
Latrobe boys use size to claw past Franklin Regional in must-win game
Murrysville receives funds for Route 22 signal, bridge replacement projectsVideo
North Journal
North Hills Middle School student helps raise awareness of radon dangers
West View answering questions, taking comments on new municipal complex
Ross commissioners appoint new township manager
Western Pa. wine, cheesemakers take top honors at 2026 PA Farm ShowVideo
West View schedules meeting for public input on new municipal building
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
Norwin Star
Franklin Regional, Norwin to wrestle for PIAA Class 3A title
Norwin notebook: Linebacker commits to Division I Lehigh
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Hempfield boys squeeze past Norwin in OT thriller to close section play
Norwin, Franklin Regional wrestling teams advance to PIAA semis
Autism advocacy groups to host open-mic karaoke at Monroeville MallVideo
Reserves help Norwin girls rally past scrappy Hempfield; both teams playoff-boundVideo
Canon-McMillan fends off Norwin charge to clinch share of section crownVideo
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1, 2026
Late heroics lift Franklin Regional wrestling past Norwin for 2nd straight WPIAL 3A team title
Penn Hills Progress
Penn Hills senior using extra energy to turn in memorable senior season
Penn Hills notebook: Swimmer Sipple savors senior season
Here are some upcoming events at Penn Hills Library
Lost and Found Pharmacy in Penn Hills moves to new building
In brief: Happenings across the Penn Hills area
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
WPIAL investigating brawl between Penn Hills, Gateway girls basketball teams
Man who led police on icy river pursuit held for court
Community concerns spur new policy on cooperation with federal agencies in Penn Hills School District
State police find 2 pounds of cocaine after traffic stop of Penn Hills man on turnpike
Penn-Trafford Star
Ace Bartenders owners purchase The Club at Blackthorne for $3.9M amid zoning dispute
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
State board suspends license of Torrance hospital nurse
Attorney claims jury erred in conviction of roommate in Penn Township shooting
Penn-Trafford School Board renews superintendent contract for 5 more years
1st-place Gateway boys hang on to quell Penn-Trafford’s comeback attemptVideo
Penn-Trafford enters stretch run among top PIHL Class 2A contenders
Penn-Trafford boys basketball on a season-long thrill ride
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1, 2026
Bocce builds bridges for people of all ages and abilities
Plum Advance Leader
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Plum senior Brooke Price ready for final push to WPIAL swimming championships
After securing 1st section title, Plum girls look ahead to WPIAL playoffs
Landslide knocks part of Logans Ferry Road in Plum down to 1 lane until summer
Scott Township man detained by ICE in Plum being held in West Virginia jail
Plum police: ICE detains Scott Township man at court hearing after he tried to run
Plum Council expected to vote on new Taco Bell
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 1, 2026
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
Sewickley Herald
Quaker Valley School District families participate in cultural festival at Osborne Elementary
Trib HSSN basketball team of the week for Feb. 8, 2026Video
Sophomore forward leads Quaker Valley hockey to signature win
All-star defenseman makes major impact for Quaker Valley hockey
Quaker Valley boys march through section schedule
Quaker Valley assistant getting intense on-the-job training coaching boys, girls teams
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley grad stars on ice, in classroom
Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy soccer coaches endorse elimination of overtime
Sewickley Academy boys, girls put best foot forward at Win Palmer Memorial Classic
Friends and Family Day, Ash Wednesday services, food drive and more at Sewickley area churches
Shaler Journal
8 Shaler Area employees recognized with Baysek-Young Extra Mile Award
Franklin Regional girls score in closing seconds to grab playoff spot over Shaler
Judge approves Millvale’s emergency request to borrow $1.9M
Etna officials rally volunteers to help neighbors dig out from record-setting snow
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
South Hills Record
Plum police: ICE detains Scott Township man at court hearing after he tried to run
Making the grade: School districts vary when configuring grade levels in buildings
Student-conceived Highlander Hub store opens at Baldwin High School
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