Firefighters battle blaze at Indiana Township church
Firefighters from multiple companies are battling a fire at Trinity United Church of Christ in Indiana Township. The blaze first was reported shortly after 3 p.m. and appeared to have started in the rear of the church and spread. A section of roof collapsed, forcing firefighters to evacuate the structure...
Fox Chapel Area fencing team rises to physical, mental challenges of game
Fox Chapel Area senior Lil Thomas joined the fencing team as a freshman at the urging of her older brothers. “None of my family is very athletic, but they thought it was a good way to make friends,” she said, laughing. Turns out, it was a smart move. Thomas, 17,...
Students channel their inner squirrel at Kerr Elementary School in O’Hara
This is one time when throwing something across a classroom is not only OK, it’s encouraged. And it’s all in the name of learning. Third graders at Kerr Elementary School in O’Hara put their homemade hoop gliders to the test as the Fox Chapel Area School District kicked off Remake...
Public can share opinions on proposed housing plan in Indiana Township
Indiana Township residents can weigh in on a proposed housing plan during a public hearing May 13. Supervisors will discuss an application by Mars-based Weaver Homes for a planned residential development situated at the intersection of Cove Run Road and Field View Lane. Developers are seeking a green light to...
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
To have your news or event listed in our briefs section, email editor Marje Horvath at mhorvath@triblive.com. Fox Chapel police address speeding Fox Chapel Police Department is looking to install radar speed detection devices along Fairview Road. The move is in response to residents’ concerns as well as a traffic...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of May 3, 2026
Indiana Estate of Genevieve Hilda Slovenec sold property at 68 Little Deer Creek Road to Kayla Lyn Slovenec for $275,000. Twin Oaks Develop LLC sold property at 3317 Waterford Drive to Maronda Homes LLC for $158,427. Real Estate Transactions are provided by RealSTATs. Contact RealSTATs at 412-381-3880 or visit www.RealSTATs.net....
Shady Side Academy relay team continues run of success
Shady Side Academy girls track coach Jeff Perlis entered his 3,200-meter relay team into the Tri-State Track Coaches Association championship at West Mifflin with the idea that if they broke 9 minutes, 40 seconds, they could qualify to compete at the Penn Relay Carnival at Franklin Field in Philadelphia. The...
Fox Chapel boys volleyball hoping to be ‘ready for prime time’
Phil O’Keeffe planned to be on the quieter side for the Fox Chapel boys volleyball team’s section match with Plum on April 28. The veteran coach wanted to see the Foxes demonstrate their problem-solving skills on the road. Fox Chapel never found its rhythm and suffered a surprising sweep at...
Despite roster turnover, Fox Chapel boys tennis has another successful season
Grant Fenton casually plays tennis. But continuing the tradition of the Fox Chapel boys tennis team is an endeavor the junior takes seriously. Even while pursuing other activities, Fenton always found time growing up to attend tennis clinics with Foxes coach Alex Slezak. “I’ve played since I was 5,” Fenton...
Fox Chapel Herald notebook: Foxes put together win streak on baseball diamond
The Fox Chapel baseball team made the most of a break between Section 3-5A contests. The Foxes won four straight after losing to Mars on April 16. Fox Chapel’s streak started with a 13-3 win over Valley and saw the Foxes pick up a pair of one-run wins over City...
Dollar Tree coming to The Waterworks shopping complex
A new business is set to open at The Waterworks. A Dollar Tree will open in May in the former Famous Footwear space, joining 15 other Dollar Tree locations in the Pittsburgh area. A contractor working April 28 inside the store said renovations are progressing and the work is expected...
Aspinwall Council approves plans for 4 townhomes at former church siteVideo
The construction of new townhouses soon will take place at the former Community United Methodist Church site in Aspinwall. Council recently approved land development and subdivision plans for the Amena Properties project. The unanimous vote April 8 helped clear the way for company founder and Aspinwall businessman Tony Pompeo Jr....
CK Mart in Sharpsburg hit with violations by county Health Department
A Sharpsburg convenience store was hit with several violations by the Allegheny County Health Department. CK Mart at 501 N. Main St. underwent an inspection April 27 where it was dinged for high-risk foodborne illness, according to the county report. The inspector found rodent-contaminated ramen packages along with rodent droppings...
Buddy’s Ace Hardware fills former Staples space at The Waterworks
A large storefront at The Waterworks, empty since mid-December, soon will house the area’s only hardware store. Buddy’s Ace Hardware is scheduled to open the second week of May in the former Staples location. “We felt this market really needed a good hardware store,” owner Vince Grlovich said. “We want...
‘Every day is a good day’: Spunky soon-to-be O’Hara centenarian credits the simple life for longevity
Taking a simple approach to life has apparently paid off for Betty Logan of O’Hara. The spunky 99-year-old former homemaker recently welcomed TribLive into her home to chat about her life, daily habits and upcoming plans as she prepares to celebrate her 100th birthday on May 6. Dressed neatly and...
Sharpsburg fills council vacancy with nonprofit leader
Sharpsburg officials recently added a local nonprofit leader to council bringing the seven-member panel back to full strength. Council voted 4-0 on April 23 to appoint Amber Lapp. Council members Sarah Ishman and Roman Mason were absent. Lapp takes over for Corey Ochai, who resigned in March. Family commitments were...
At the library: Here are some upcoming events at Cooper-Siegel and Sharpsburg community
The Cooper-Siegel Community Library and its Sharpsburg branch offer a variety of programming for visitors of all ages. To view a complete list of offerings, visit coopersiegel.librarycalendar.com. Events at both libraries are listed and can be viewed according to age group and location. Registration is required for most programs as...
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
To have your news or event listed in our briefs section, email editor Marje Horvath at mhorvath@triblive.com. Swing for a Cause to benefit local pancreatic cancer foundation The Wayne Fusaro Pancreatic Cancer Foundation will present its Swing for a Cause fundraiser from 1 to 5 p.m. May 9 at Swing...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of April 26, 2026
Fox Chapel Philip Robert sold property at 407 Rhodora Lane to Rhodora Lane Revocable Trust for $2,800,000. O’Hara King River LLC sold property at 639 Alpha Drive to D&X Investments LLC for $1,000,000. Crews Control LLC sold property at 641 Alpha Drive to 641 Alpha Dr Properties LLC for $2,516,952....
Runners give Dorseyville Middle School a boost as part of its annual 5K fundraiser
Runners of 5Ks, marathons and the like understand how a boost coming down the stretch can really make a difference. It may come from seeing the finish line get closer, the rain letting up after a muggy start or someone in the crowd holding a fun sign and cheering people...
Fox Chapel sophomore finding success in doubles play
Frank Siegel is interested in whatever challenge the Fox Chapel tennis program may have for him. The sophomore first started playing doubles with junior Grant Fenton during the section tournament. Siegel and Fenton found the right chemistry to help Siegel defend his section crown and reach the WPIAL Class 3A...
Resurgent Fox Chapel softball gears up for playoffs
Fox Chapel softball coach Larry Troutman was only interested in finding a way to make the WPIAL Class 5A playoffs. That’s what he told himself, anyway, when the Foxes went through a four-game stretch of the Section 1-5A schedule where they lost three times in four games. But that stretch...
Fox Chapel Herald notebook: Shady Side sophomore turns in record-breaking run
Francesca Pietragallo is off to a strong start for her sophomore year. The Shady Side Academy track standout snapped a 10-year-old school record in the 200-meter dash during a dual meet last week. Pietragallo finished with a time of 26.59 seconds, which was just ahead of Alex Nacey of Eden...
Fox Chapel Area School District’s 5th annual safety and wellness event draws a crowd in Aspinwall
Many Fox Chapel area families are a little safer and more prepared for emergencies thanks to the efforts of the school district and local first responders. The fifth annual free Community Safety, Health & Wellness event took place April 18 in Aspinwall. It’s presented by the district and its school...
State trooper talks about use of force, other policies at community event in Fox Chapel
Pennsylvania State Trooper Joseph Dunsmore said deescalation always is the goal when it comes to law enforcement encounters. Whether it’s at a traffic stop, sporting event, protest, any incident, the plan is to remain calm and professional. “At the end of the day, we shall endeavor and try our best...
