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Pittsburgh
What were those low-flying Black Hawk helicopters doing over Downtown Pittsburgh?
Rivers Casino to offer $500 NFL Draft parking spots
Pittsburgh baseball fields get boost with $600K in donations
Where to eat in Downtown Pittsburgh during the NFL Draft
6 things to know about the Pirates’ home opener
England native takes 5th trip across the pond to cheer on Pittsburgh sports teams
Penn Brewery insists it’s not closing despite filing for bankruptcy protection
Do you have to pay taxes when you inherit a house in Pittsburgh?
Bishop Mark Eckman makes first visit to Allegheny County Jail for foot-washing ceremony
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 3-5
Allegheny
Sewickley Heights Police Chief James Harrison resigns
‘A busy, community neighborhood school’: Mt. Lebanon’s Lincoln Elementary turns 100
Auto pioneer Gary Bowser dies at 81
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Allegheny County Jail starts paying incarcerated people for working, going to class
‘The need will always be there’: Pittsburgh-area high schools add cybersecurity classes to meet growing demandVideo
Almost 100 communities need new road salt supplier after vendor ends contract with council of governments
Monroeville receives $1 million to replace aging asbestos-cement water lines
Former UPMC doctor accused of trying to kill wife says he acted in self-defense
Westmoreland
From skeptics to sightings, Pittsburgh UFO Conference returns to Western Pa.
Diocese of Greensburg bishop visits Blessed Sacrament for annual Maundy Thursday foot washing ritual
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
Auto pioneer Gary Bowser dies at 81
Police: North Huntingdon man used handgun to threaten municipal authority worker
Trout season: Anglers gear up, hoping for no rain Saturday
Judge weighs testimony from surviving children in Delmont mother’s murder trial
Westmoreland County’s housing director named to state housing finance board
How Hempfield Area’s $119M high school renovation will impact students
Tax clinic set on IRS audits, denied claims and penalties
Valley News Dispatch
Officer-involved shooting in Lower Burrell deemed justified
The Stroller, April 3, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
Almost 100 communities need new road salt supplier after vendor ends contract with council of governments
Respect the chair: April Fools’ Day prank targeting parking chairs in New Kensington draws ire, smiles
Shopping experience lauded at Sharpsburg’s Harvest on Main market
Former Freeport Council president accused of assaulting man after traffic collision
Tarentum Book Club, the 2nd-oldest in the state, marks 125 years
New Kensington man pleads guilty for baseball bat assault
The Stroller, April 2, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Regional
Here are some things to know about Passover
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
Oakdale teen charged in crash that killed tractor-trailer driver
Local sports fans can buy seats from Three Rivers Stadium
Immigrant rights group plans 8-day walk from Pittsburgh to ICE facility in Clearfield County
$7.5M Fallingwater project designed to ensure iconic home will stand the test of time
Coal-heavy Nippon could undo U.S. Steel’s limited environmental progress, green group warns
NFL Draft stage rises on Pittsburgh’s North Shore
Philadelphia man sentenced for death threats of political worker
Digital gold rush: With data center boom heading to Western Pa., Virginia offers roadmap — and warnings
Bethel Park Journal
In brief: South Hills Chorale performances, spring artist market and more in Bethel Park
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of March 22, 2026
Led by double gold from Jackson Edwards, Bethel Park boys shine at WPIAL swim meet
New wave of players out to uphold Bethel Park baseball tradition
Bethel Park girls ‘swam their hearts out’ at successful WPIAL meet
Provincial Bethel Park goes Irish for St. Patrick’s Day
YMCA, St. Clair Health team up for Healthy Kids Day in Bethel Park
Bethel Park man dies in crash in South Park
Bethel Park teacher continues deep delve into Holocaust education
Bethel Park rallies to support women, girls in sports
Bridgeville Signal Item
Joe Starkey: 10 minutes with 2 WPIAL coaching legends — Danny Holzer and Tim McConnell
A remembrance of Chernobyl in a borough with deep Ukrainian roots
Federal judge to decide if Collier must amend zoning to allow church project
Solar project at Carlynton high school will power most of building
Carlynton to begin automated bus safety enforcement
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of March 23, 2026 and beyond
Chartiers Valley grad bringing structure, fun as new lacrosse coach
New coach looking to bring stability to the Chartiers Valley baseball program
Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of March 22, 2026
Seniors provide spark as South Fayette repeats as PIAA Class 5A champions
Fox Chapel Herald
Pittsburgh Sakura Project readies for peak cherry blossom viewing in North Park
Sharpsburg Councilman Corey Ochai resigns; opportunity available
Fox Chapel Area School District, community partners prepare for 5th annual health and wellness event
Shopping experience lauded at Sharpsburg’s Harvest on Main market
On a small Greek island, a former Pittsburgh attorney discovers a new chapter worth writing about
Letter to the editor: Should he stay or should he go?
Aspinwall filmmaker lets hometown roots shine in creative endeavors
Pine-Richland completes comeback vs. Fox Chapel
At the library: Here are some upcoming events at Cooper-Siegel and Sharpsburg community libraries
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of March 29, 2026
Monroeville Times Express
Gateway’s Mykel Bruce-McCrommon commits to Missouri-Kansas City
Almost 100 communities need new road salt supplier after vendor ends contract with council of governments
‘The need will always be there’: Pittsburgh-area high schools add cybersecurity classes to meet growing demandVideo
Monroeville receives $1 million to replace aging asbestos-cement water lines
Former Monroeville Expo Mart listed for sale
Fire department service agreement generates debate in Monroeville
Gateway High School’s spring musical worth catching if you can
Nasty job becomes a nice social-media opportunity for Monroeville manVideo
Gateway School Board moves forward on major roof project, prepares for upcoming events
Allegheny County reverses course on property tax exemption for Monroeville Convention Center
Murrysville Star
Band Together Pittsburgh open mic night holds its signature event in Murrysville
Murrysville area: Women’s Business Network open house, scholarship, litter pickup, more
Annual electric car show coming to Murrysville
Murrysville to equip officers with bicycles for better access in trails, parksVideo
Franklin Regional notebook: Panthers baseball earns 2 out-of-state wins
Nonprofit will host annual inclusive open-mic night at Franklin Regional in Murrysville
Murrysville area: Wind ensemble performance, woman’s club spring event, more
Franklin Regional shakes off early deficit, rolls past Penn Hills in section opener
Murrysville council focuses on specifics of stormwater-fee credit program
Franklin Regional notebook: Wrestling team celebrates big season
North Journal
Ross man who bought over 200 handguns is accused of firearms trafficking
‘Sovereign citizen’ arrested after Ross police see SUV made to look like police vehicle
Music scholarship honors life, legacy of North Hills graduate, former school board member
West View awards contracts for paving, demolitions for new municipal complex
North Hills alum creates trade school scholarship to encourage graduates to continue their educations
Ross resident honored for 30 years of service to Animal Friends with Lifetime Achievement Award
In brief: Happenings across the North Hills Journal area
Owner of 3 Shop ’n Save locations planning to close 1 in Ross
Meadows Original Frozen Custard aims for summer opening in Ross Township
Ross commissioners enact restrictions on vape shops, introduce regulations on massage therapy
Norwin Star
With MLB scouts watching, Caden Sivrich lifts Norwin past Hempfield
Norwin area: Bataan Memorial March, art workshops, Sage’s Army anniversary, more
Norwin baseball survives strong Hempfield rally for section win
Norwin track teams out to defend WPIAL team titles
Norwin notebook: Knights baseball team prepares for section play
Nude woman arrested after assaulting customers in White Oak Giant Eagle, police say
Youth football teams leave former organization to form Western Pa. Football League
Norwin area: Spring fix-up, softball sign-ups, art scholarship, more
Former Norwin standout Carter Breen, 25, takes over boys soccer program
Norwin softball ready to challenge Hempfield again
Penn Hills Progress
Sorority chapter’s youth affiliate helps spruce up Penn Hills during spring cleanup
Franklin Regional shakes off early deficit, rolls past Penn Hills in section opener
National ballroom dance championships return to PittsburghVideo
Penn Hills mother now charged with homicide in death of 3-year-old son
Verona shooting was targeted, police say
Ministry in motion: Penn Hills church helps others through clothing outreach, handmade goods
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Verona Council appoints new full-time borough manager
Penn Hills woman charged after 3-year-old son with multiple fractures dies at hospital, police say
Penn Hills business owner, police support awareness, education surrounding naloxone
Penn-Trafford Star
Penn Middle slated to perform ‘Frozen Jr.’
Penn-Trafford area: Living wax museum, chicken barbecue, painting classes, more
Penn-Trafford cranks up offense in win over Kiski AreaVideo
Penn Township man remains jailed as defense claims horseplay in injury case
Trafford man accused in stabbing
Penn-Trafford reverses fortune, tops Latrobe
Penn-Trafford hockey finishes memorable season as state’s best Class 2A team
Penn-Trafford wins 1st state hockey title, Seneca Valley, Quaker Valley complete PIHL sweep
Penn-Trafford hockey team gets championship send-off from classmates, familyVideo
Murrysville burglary suspects charged with additional attempt in Penn TownshipVideo
Plum Advance Leader
Plum teen’s flawless NCAA bracket journey concludes after 48 correct picks
Pivik Elementary students — with help from donation — raise more than $27K for heart association
Alle-Kiski Valley athletes of the week: Plum’s Tamia West, Highlands’ Jah’mar Wright
Plum boy has perfect women’s March Madness bracket, the only person in ESPN’s nationwide contest
Owner of Plum’s Lelulo’s Pizza wins $25K grant for contributions to community
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Plum’s Carly Venanzi, Valley’s Dom Dunkel
Experience pays off as Plum’s Owen Proskin wins pentathlon at Nike Indoor Nationals
World War II veteran and longtime Alle-Kiski Valley resident had zest for life
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of March 15, 2026
Neighbors shocked, relieved by charges against man accused of intentionally blowing up Plum home
Sewickley Herald
Sewickley Community Center program strives to develop young leaders through faith-based initiatives
Growing number of Quaker Valley area municipalities livestreaming meetings
Holy week schedules, support groups and more at Sewickley area churches
Sewickley area student achievements for the week of March 31, 2026
Quaker Valley’s Mimi Thiero tabbed 2026 Trib HSSN Girls Basketball Player of the YearVideo
Sewickley Academy boys basketball notebook: Laser focus pays off for Panthers
With young roster, Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse looks to build throughout season
Quaker Valley boys tennis out for redemption after early exit last season
Quaker Valley ‘peaked at the right time’ en route to claiming Penguins Cup, state titles
Under new coach, excitement builds for Quaker Valley boys lacrosse
Shaler Journal
‘Bad behavior’ prompts Etna officials to close playground early
South Oakland man fled stolen car in collision that injured Uber driver on Route 28, police say
Section of Mt. Royal Boulevard reopens in Shaler after woman hit by vehicle
Northbound Route 28 ramp to Route 8 North scheduled for overnight closure
Millvale man faces federal child sex abuse charges
Washington County contractor accused of fraud in South Fayette now facing charges in Millvale
Debt restructuring plan balances Shaler Area 2026-27 budget without property tax increase
Q&A: Greg Brown living out his dream as Pirates play-by-play announcer
‘Any small amount adds up’: Shaler Area’s National Honor Society raises $3,300 for Pennies for Patients
Shaler Area 1 of 6 schools in nation selected for Japanese Language Education Assistant Program
South Hills Record
Bigger classrooms, better accessibility and rooftop playground highlight new Brentwood elementary school
South Hills student achievements for the week of March 24, 2026
Baldwin Whitehall School District inducts new Hall of Fame class
Brentwood baseball eyes improvement under 1st-year coach
Thomas Jefferson sophomores Zoie DeCostro, Madden Stanek value international softball trip
Thomas Jefferson looks to take next step in 2nd flag football season
Thomas Jefferson gymnastics celebrates WPIAL, state titles
South Hills Record notebook: Brentwood swimmer rewrites record book
Quartet of returning senior captains set to lead Baldwin softball
Baldwin girls savor breakthrough season