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$100M recycling facility to replace 'primitive' slag pits at U.S. Steel's Edgar Thomson plant

Giant Eagle plans to invest $100M in strategic push amid heavy competition

Take the TribLive weekly news quiz: Sept. 26

Pa. helps grandparents raise kids with free hotline

Morning Roundup: Fire at former Century III Mall; disaster aid offer to Squirrel Hill fire victims

Cranberry couple accused of perjury related to sale of Westmoreland home with water issues

Pa. families risk higher premiums as leaders urge feds to save insurance tax credits

Penn State president's raise turns heads, but some say it's a reflection of the industry

Doctors turn to each other, not CDC, for medical advice

Trifecta of rainy, hot, dry weather could be pattern of the future

Slippery Rock enrollment up 2.75% — its highest increase in 9 years

Benezette elk viewing areas unaffected by weekend fires

PennWest, IUP partner with Google to expand AI training

Ligonier Valley officer joins few in local law enforcement able to draw blood of DUI suspects

Concert will help support East Palestine residents affected by train derailment

Western Pa. theaters, museums struggling with funding, audience retention

'Civil Discourse' class aims to bridge political, social divides

Homer City school board member threatened after misunderstood Facebook post

Beaver County Catholics warned to double-check their inbox as emails aren't from priests

North Allegheny among 6 Western Pa. districts accepted into League of Innovative Schools

Bethel Park student achievements for the week of Sept. 23, 2025

Trib HSSN football player of the week for Sept. 21, 2025

Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025

Bethel Park tennis ace adds to already stocked trophy case

Senior-heavy Bethel Park boys soccer off to strong start

Fisher's Files: Bethel Park jumping on opponents in 1st half

Bethel Park notebook: Pillar of Black Hawks offensive line makes college choice

After 32-month renovation, Bethel Park rededicates Independence Middle School

Wedding: Gaefke-Hayes

In brief: Back to school collection, fish fry and more in Bethel Park

Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of Aug. 24, 2025

Dozens of Bethel Park athletes from class of '25 take next step to compete in college

Here’s the scoop: Flora Park Creamery serves Penn State ice cream

Bethel Park High School senior raises money for UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation

Bethel Park car cruise relocates to South Park

2025 Trib HSSN football position-by-position breakdown: Scouting the defensive line

Bethel Park sets goal to remain among Class 5A elite year in, year out

Bethel Park student achievements for the week of Aug. 5, 2025

In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of Sept. 22, 2025 and beyond

New coach brings changes to Chartiers Valley girls volleyball

Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of Sept. 21, 2025

Carnegie Carnegie to host Dungeons & Dragons programming for area teens

Grist House brewery celebrates opening at former Cold War missile site

Heidelberg program connects those in need with volunteers ready to help

The Wembley Club breaks ground, will open next fall in South Fayette

Bridgeville seeks other funding sources for flood control project

Holographic technology coming to Carlynton

South Fayette teen builds veterans memorial

Community rallies around Riley's Pour House; rebuilding plans unveiled at event

Carnegie celebrates, promotes monarch butterflies at annual festival

Gregg Avenue steps reopen in Bridgeville

Greater Hope Restoration Ministries grows to Carnegie

In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of Aug. 25, 2025 and beyond

With renovations complete, Chartiers Valley soccer teams happy to be home

Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of Aug. 24, 2025

New meadow blooms at Bridgeville's McLaughlin Run Park

After 10 years of September library love, Carnegie looks to past and future

Grateful for chance to compete, Shady Side Academy freshman wins big race in Hershey

Shady Side Academy girls tennis locked in on WPIAL championship goal

Fox Chapel Herald notebook: Golfers start WPIAL tournament strong

Fox Chapel girls soccer meeting challenge of new faces in new places in lineup

Overnight traffic stops expected on Route 28

Secluded Indiana Township estate blends modern upgrades with nature

Fox Chapel Area School District automated message of students missing school sent in error

In brief: Fall leaf collection, blood drive and more in Fox Chapel area

Aspinwall installs innovative, 'floating' crosswalk to curb speeding

Sober-friendly arts festival in Sharpsburg aims to celebrate recovery

O'Hara police, social worker read to children at township daycare

Fox Chapel welcomes new junior council members

Trillium Garden Club volunteers beautify Sharpsburg Community Library

Faith United's new prayer ministry takes steps to build community

Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025

Defending PIAA champ Carson Kittsley of Fox Chapel makes statement at section tournament

Youth swimming coach from Aspinwall honored as one of nation's best

Fox Chapel volleyball in search of consistency

Fox Chapel boys soccer not resting on laurels

At the library: News from Hampton Community Library

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Sept, 21, 2025

Model railroad museum in Richland preps for holiday show as construction on addition continues

In brief: Happenings in the Hampton area

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 14, 2025

WPIAL, state champs dot 2025 Hampton Hall of Fame class

Hampton boys soccer enters attack mode

Upcoming supper club fundraiser for refugee family to feature Guatemalan fare

Intergenerational exchange of Adopt a Grandparent Storytime brings joy to seniors

Nightly restrictions planned on I-79 for Wexford interchange work

Hampton Council approves conditional use proposal to use single-family home as a group care home for 3 individuals

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 7, 2025

Bark in the Park aims to raise adoption awareness about pups on euthanasia lists

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Aug. 31, 2025

North Allegheny's Class of 1975 to mark 50th reunion with tour of school, meet-up, golf outing

2 new bands on bill for 5th annual Rock Against Cancer in Pine

Tree-climbing school goes out on a limb to teach safety to pros and homeowners alike

Principal's faith-filled journey leads to Blessed Trinity Academy

Hopes pinned on 'unique' redesign of Wexford I-79 interchange alleviating congestion, reducing crashes

Shaler Area High School assistant principal starts work month ahead of formal hiring approval

Millvale to celebrate 3 years of revamped Free Fridge and Pantry with costume giveaway

At the library: Here are some upcoming events at the Glenshaw, Millvale and Shaler North Hills facilities

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Sept, 21, 2025

Shaler Area plan calls for closing elementary school, changing where some grades are housed

Sweet endeavor: Shaler Area grad falls into beekeeping, and now it’s helping to pay for college

Model railroad museum in Richland preps for holiday show as construction on addition continues

Grist House brewery celebrates opening at former Cold War missile site

Shaler Area School Board considers reduced scope of work for middle school

Annual Stitch-a-Thon raises $1,385.25 for Millvale Community Library

In brief: Happenings across the Shaler Journal area

Shaler girls volleyball making adjustments with eye on finishing season strong

Momentum building for Shaler girls soccer

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 14, 2025

Upcoming supper club fundraiser for refugee family to feature Guatemalan fare

Shaler Area School District hires business manager from Fox Chapel Area

Intergenerational exchange of Adopt a Grandparent Storytime brings joy to seniors

Goats tackle baa-d overgrowth in Shaler with such gusto, township is considering having them back in spring

North Hills Cares snags second consecutive gold award from USDA for summer meal program

Monroeville area: Blood drive, Heritage Day festival, live music, more

Artists transform old windows to raise funds for Type 1 diabetes research

On the runway: CDH LABEL Clothing Co. celebrates 15 years of style

Twin sisters from Monroeville share a love of animals, art

Gateway youth football players prepare for playoffs

Shawn Moorefield Jr. returns from injury, makes immediate impact for Gateway

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025

Backup quarterback helps Gateway rally for victory over Franklin Regional

Pirates' Paul Skenes joins Gary Sinise Foundation to serve lunch, give aid to local first responders 

Why a stream near Monroeville Mall is glowing bright blue

Monroeville area: Old William Penn closure, fall book sale, Heritage Day and more

Pa. Turnpike lane in Westmoreland reopens after closure for emergency repairs

A day of reverence: Rotary holds 9/11 remembrance ceremony in Monroeville

Greensburg Civic Theatre kicks off 74th season with 'Seussical'

Toypalooza show heads to larger venue at Monroeville Convention Center

Gateway grad Kenny Lewis IV shines in college debut at Cal (Pa.)

Gateway sports notebook: Piper Munyon among top finishers at Red, White & Blue Invitational

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 14, 2025

New grant, same goal: Monroeville officials to expand Saunders Station trailhead area

New coach looks to rebuild hockey program, culture at Franklin Regional

Delmont the latest community to start deer-culling program

Drivers frustrated with improvements at intersection of Golden Mile Highway, Saltsburg Road

Murrysville area: Apple'n Arts, homecoming bonfire and more

Penn-Trafford strikes for upset over No. 5 Franklin Regional

Plum keeps rolling with shutout of section foe Franklin Regional

Ohio man pleads guilty in fatal Route 22 crash

Ex-landlord hopes justice is served as man accused of trying to kill him has court appearance 

Murrysville neighbors concerned with lack of progress at multi-phase development

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025

With multiple players stepping up, Franklin Regional sets stage for special season

Backup quarterback helps Gateway rally for victory over Franklin Regional

Prostitution alleged in Murrysville massage parlor

Franklin Regional community remembers creativity of senior found dead outside school 

Vigil for Franklin Regional student set at Murrysville church

Route 22 side streets in Murrysville will close for signal-control repairs

Greensburg Civic Theatre kicks off 74th season with 'Seussical'

Franklin Regional has counseling options in place after student suicide

Acid mine water treatment plant project gets $2M boost from state grant

Ross Citizens Police Academy aims to increase understanding between officers, citizens

Pep rally-themed market draws rival high school cheer squads, mascots of Pittsburgh teams

Owl good now: McCandless cop frees animal trapped in family's badminton net

Drone flown over Ross Park Mall in effort to find abandoned and orphaned wells

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Sept, 21, 2025

North Hills capitalizes on mistakes to roll past Fox Chapel, pick up 1st win

Model railroad museum in Richland preps for holiday show as construction on addition continues

Ohio woman arrested after her 7-year-old son, the subject of an Amber Alert, located in Ross

At the library: Here are some upcoming programs at Northland Public Library

In brief: Happenings across the North Hills Journal area

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 14, 2025

North Hills notebook: Boys soccer team puts unbeaten streak together

Vibes positive in North Hills volleyball program after strong start

Upcoming supper club fundraiser for refugee family to feature Guatemalan fare

Teen black belt hopes for big break, seeks votes in national contest for Youth Athlete of the Year

Intergenerational exchange of Adopt a Grandparent Storytime brings joy to seniors

North Hills Cares snags second consecutive gold award from USDA for summer meal program

West View hires architect for new municipal complex, fire department garage

Nightly restrictions planned on I-79 for Wexford interchange work

Irwin council members debate electronic sign

Norwin athletic director Mike Burrell heading overseas to work Steelers game in Ireland

Irwin woman arrested after kids, pets found living in dangerous filth

Dancin' In The Streets

Military veterans gather at Lamp Theatre to commemorate the end of WWII

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025

Norwin notebook: Knights trying to stay on even keel despite exciting start to football season

Teamwork saved girl's life in Penn Township blaze, fire chief says

North Allegheny rallies then holds Norwin on 4th down to seal victory

Irwin man pleads guilty to possession of child porn, sentenced to at least 4 years in prison

Plum swipes another 1-goal victory from Norwin 

Why a stream near Monroeville Mall is glowing bright blue

After 15 unsuccessful tries, could this finally be Norwin's chance to beat North Allegheny?

Norwin Art League renovates studio

Pa. Turnpike lane in Westmoreland reopens after closure for emergency repairs

After Pittsburgh Riverhounds project stalls, North Huntingdon to consider setting rules for leasing township land

Norwin downs Penn-Trafford to take sole possession of top spot in section

Norwin won't attempt to retrieve deleted videos, may consider new records policy

Irwin to explore fire safety inspection program

Penn Hills home invasion under investigation

On the runway: CDH LABEL Clothing Co. celebrates 15 years of style

Longtime garden market in Penn Hills seeks public's assistance

Verona police seek 'armed and dangerous' suspect

In brief: Happenings in the Penn Hills area

Penn Hills girls volleyball team looks up to Pitt players

With roster closer to full strength, Penn Hills starts to get back on track

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025

Why a stream near Monroeville Mall is glowing bright blue

A true love story: Penn Hills High School sweethearts celebrate 75 years of marriage

Annual Rosedale Fall Festival ushers in autumn, caps beach club's 99th year

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 14, 2025

Owner of Penn Hills care home pleads guilty to $2M health care fraud

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 7, 2025

Handiwork of Penn Hills Shade Tree Commission in full bloom across municipality

Turtle Creek Connector trail moves into design phase

Woman killed in Penn Hills fire identified; death, fire ruled accidental

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Aug. 31, 2025

Penn Hills High School opens doors to charter school enrollees after building fails to open in time

Penn-Trafford boys soccer team topples 1st-place Belle Vernon

Latrobe girls soccer forges tie for 2nd by beating Penn-Trafford

PT's Pizza Palace marks more than 3 decades in Level Green

Penn-Trafford strikes for upset over No. 5 Franklin Regional

Penn-Trafford grad Chloe Bonson making a formidable Carnegie Mellon women's cross country team even stronger

Penn-Trafford notebook: Nick Turowski sparks West Virginia golf team

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025

Teamwork saved girl's life in Penn Township blaze, fire chief says

Penn-Trafford rebounds with dominant performance vs. Kiski Area

CNX pursues new permits for 2 Penn Township gas wells, Protect PT prepares for response

Penn-Trafford launches youth cross country, track and field program

Route 22 side streets in Murrysville will close for signal-control repairs

Greensburg Civic Theatre kicks off 74th season with 'Seussical'

Norwin downs Penn-Trafford to take sole possession of top spot in section

Penn-Trafford notebook: Senior golfer finishes in top 10 at WCCA tournament

Penn-Trafford field hockey hoping to finish strong

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 14, 2025

Scoop Smith's electrifying kickoff-return TDs boost Woodland Hills past Penn-Trafford

Records don't tell the tale of Class 5A showdown between Woodland Hills, Penn-Trafford

Owl good now: McCandless cop frees animal trapped in family's badminton net

Upcoming offerings at Northern Tier Library

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Sept, 21, 2025

Pine presents revenue analysis, projects decrease of $400,000 for 2026

Model railroad museum in Richland preps for holiday show as construction on addition continues

Pine-Richland administrators recommend tax increase as district faces $4.9 million deficit

Pine-Richland approves superintendent's performance rating, salary increase

Penn State-bound wideout Khalil Taylor eligible for playoffs at Pine-Richland

In brief: Happenings across the Pine Creek Journal area

Ben DiNucci, Class of 2025 enter Pine-Richland hall of fame

Pine-Richland girls golfers have short memories, plenty of talent

Pine-Richland boys golfers dismiss doubts, earn shot at successful postseason

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 14, 2025

Upcoming supper club fundraiser for refugee family to feature Guatemalan fare

Teen black belt hopes for big break, seeks votes in national contest for Youth Athlete of the Year

Intergenerational exchange of Adopt a Grandparent Storytime brings joy to seniors

Local team wins robotics contest in Netherlands

Nightly restrictions planned on I-79 for Wexford interchange work

2 of 3 $100K winning tickets in historic Powerball drawing sold in North Hills

Concert at Plum amphitheater could be the 1st of many

Dental practices team up to provide free care to veterans during Greensburg event

Fawn, West Deer, Plum farms get support to preserve local food source

Plum keeps rolling with shutout of section foe Franklin Regional

In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Sept. 22, 2025

Plum grad Megan Bologna providing much-needed leadership for young La Roche volleyball team

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025

Plum youth football adjusting after moving to United Youth Football League

6 North Allegheny students taken to hospital after buses crash on Pa. Turnpike in Plum

Plum swipes another 1-goal victory from Norwin 

Plum seeks bids for O'Block Elementary addition, renovations; rough price tag: $28 million

As Plum flushes fire hydrants, borough warns residents may experience discolored water

In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Sept. 15, 2025

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 14, 2025

Plum to replace middle school water pump as building remains on 'fire watch'

Plum runners start season strong at Red, White and Blue Invitational

Plum hires new buildings and grounds supervisor

Friendly pizza wager feeds Plum football after victory over Gateway

Plum seeking resident input in survey on borough's future

Pastoral anniversary, fall bible studies and more at Sewickley area houses of worship

Speakeasy proposed next to popular Italian restaurant in Sewickley

Former HGTV star Leanne Ford to develop short-term rental facility at old Sewickley flower shop

In brief: Bridge lessons, leaf collection and more in Sewickley area

Sewickley Public Library remains closed after flooding

Sewickley area student achievements for the week of Sept. 23, 2025

Sewickley Valley Chamber of Commerce calling this year's Night Mart season a success

Mavuno Festival returns as celebration of BIPOC culture in Sewickley

Leet officials approve new war memorial plans, park projects

Senior captains lead way for otherwise young Quaker Valley volleyball roster

Planning, discipline help Sewickley Academy's Blake Wilmot manage dual-sport fall at 2 schools

Quaker Valley's Avery Allan set for 2nd half of season after claiming section singles title

Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025

Morning worship, Sunday school and more at Sewickley area churches

Sewickley Harvest Festival draws 6,000 people despite spotty weather

Morning Roundup: Man stabbed in Carrick; Sewickley library closed due to water damage

Tu Y Yo café in Sewickley offers Latin American coffee, small bites and sweets

Taste of Sewickley fundraiser surpasses $1M for KidsVoice

Arrival of Stanley Cup champ Tyler Kennedy boosts Sewickley Academy hockey program

Pleasant Hills VFC presents inaugural citizens fire academy

South Hills student achievements for the week of Sept. 23, 2025

Despite injuries, Thomas Jefferson girls soccer finding success in section play

Thomas Jefferson boys soccer coming together, ready for section race

Thomas Jefferson girls volleyball sets expectations high

Gritty Brentwood shakes off early losses, gets locked in

South Hills real estate transactions for the week of Sept. 21, 2025

'We will miss u': Memorial grows to Castle Shannon teen who died in arson

Coffee concern: Tariffs 'affect the whole supply chain'

Toypalooza show heads to larger venue at Monroeville Convention Center

'I just did it for Daws': Amid unfathomable tragedy, No. 1 Thomas Jefferson rallies past No. 2 McKeesport

Piano Day Pittsburgh tickles the ivories, and listeners' imaginations, with pair of 10th anniversary events

Baldwin marching band plays Pink Floyd for halftime show

Mt. Lebanon named highest-ranked Pittsburgh-area high school in national listing

Baldwin High School graduate inspired by her medical experience

Row House-Hollywood Theater in Dormont sets reopening date

Hall of Fame inductee built skills needed for decorated Army career at Thomas Jefferson

South Hills real estate transactions for the week of Aug. 24, 2025

Large crew of returning starters offer optimism at Brentwood