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Pittsburgh
Pitt’s spring graduation to be held at Acrisure Stadium
Rockfall on Mt. Washington closes PJ McArdle Roadway
Driver waives hearing, faces trial in fiery wrong-way crash on Parkway West
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Pittsburgh City Council approves new solicitor, planning director
Morning Roundup: Fugitive nabbed in Verona; Fayette County borough council president accused of stalking police chief
‘Electric personality’: Jesse Jackson left lasting impressions in Pittsburgh
O’Connor pitches vision of economic growth to Pittsburgh Technology Council
Liberian refugee’s killer sent to prison for Pittsburgh slaying
Pittsburgh airport welcomes 5 new dining spots
Allegheny
North Allegheny School District approves 3 dozen retirements
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
‘Electric personality’: Jesse Jackson left lasting impressions in Pittsburgh
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
4C’s Night shows what Baldwin High School is all about
Monroeville to file appeal after convention center is denied tax-exempt status
Improvements eyed along Route 50 at Bridgeville, Collier border
Carnegie trail extension receives $850k boost
1st Valentine’s Day Dad-Daughter social a hit in Collier
1 killed in McKeesport crash
Westmoreland
Hempfield Area considers replacing 4 high school grass fields with turf
4th person sentenced in Westmoreland catalytic converter theft ring
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
Theater group will host auditions for ‘Women of Troy’ staged reading
Westmoreland Hospital, former nurses sued again for alleged mistreatment of patients
Irwin officials consider temporary bridge after Colony Drive closure
Former Greensburg officer convicted of drug dealing must repay pension benefits
Former Torrance State Hospital nurse charged with sexual assault of patient
Loyalhanna woman accused of shooting man
Hempfield man accused of assaulting pregnant woman
Valley News Dispatch
Oakmont family recounts husband’s ICE detainment
Springdale residents divided, frustrated after recent ICE detainment
Here’s where to satisfy your Lenten fish cravings in Western Pennsylvania
Oakmont approves resolution for non-cooperation with ICE and Customs & Border Protection
New Kensington-Arnold: More space needed in district buildings
The Stroller, Feb. 18, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Police mergers prove beneficial for Western Pa.’s smaller communities
Former baseball coach threatens Kiski Area with lawsuit
No injuries reported in chemical reaction at ATI Vandergrift
Fox Chapel hires new police chief
Regional
Recent bitter weather has wreaked havoc on humans. What about nature?
Morning Roundup: Fugitive nabbed in Verona; Fayette County borough council president accused of stalking police chief
Reschenthaler weds Fox News’ Brooke Singman
6-year-old Girl Scout from Pittsburgh breaks Western Pa. cookie sales record
Local wineries using Pennsylvania grapes are turning out some easy-to-love libations
‘More people are leaving than coming’: Charleroi’s Haitian community withers under federal pressureVideo
Father, 2 children killed in Indiana County fire
U.S. Steel fined $118K for safety lapses in Clairton Coke Works fatal explosion
Nemacolin named top hotel in Pennsylvania, 28th in the U.S. in annual report
Deluzio says Trump administration abused its power in probe of ‘illegal orders’ video
Bethel Park Journal
Making the grade: School districts vary when configuring grade levels in buildings
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
Bridgeville Signal Item
Carnegie trail extension receives $850k boost
1st Valentine’s Day Dad-Daughter social a hit in Collier
Bridgeville’s Sarah Street, Missouri Avenue eyed for paving
Bridgeville-based nonprofit expands to support mental health and housing
Chartiers Valley Dance Troupe places 2nd at national competition
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
Fox Chapel Herald
Trib HSSN basketball team of the week for Feb. 15, 2026Video
In brief: Happenings from throughout the Fox Chapel area
‘Something Rotten!’ going on at Fox Chapel Area High School
Fox Chapel real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 15
Ready, set, fresh as Harvest on Main Community Market announces opening date in Sharpsburg
Rivertown Changemakers program helps people shape life in Sharpsburg, Etna and Millvale
Father-son financial advisers share love of golf, family and service in Fox Chapel area
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Fox Chapel’s Bella Geller, Deer Lakes’ Evan Moore
Shady Side Academy shakes off early season woes to earn playoff bid
Fox Chapel relay team making noise in indoor season
Monroeville Times Express
Gateway School Board hears presentations on student activities, proposed scoreboard
‘There’s glory in your story’: Monroeville man reflects on life during Black History Month presentation at library
Forbes Road Career & Technology Center to continue remote learning due to water main break
Monroeville area: Convention center events, kindergarten signups, baby shower and more
Gateway wrestlers prepare for postseason tournaments
After securing section title, Gateway boys turn focus to WPIAL playoffs
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
Murrysville Star
Brian Johnson primed to be next Franklin Regional football coach
Ohio woman pleads guilty to theft, forgery scheme at Murrysville, Irwin banks
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 15, 2026
Patient Franklin Regional pass rusher finds college fit at West Liberty
Penn-Trafford girls finally shake loose vs. Franklin Regional in WPIAL 5A 1st round
Delmont police chief will retire in April
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Franklin Regional caps unbeaten season by outlasting Norwin for PIAA Class 3A title
Franklin Regional, Norwin to wrestle for PIAA Class 3A title
Norwin, Franklin Regional wrestling teams advance to PIAA semis
North Journal
Battle-tested North Hills boys basketball hoping experience leads to playoff success
North Hills Middle School student helps raise awareness of radon dangers
Dan Kinross, longtime Ross commissioner, remembered for a life of serviceVideo
Early-morning fire at Ross Park Mall started in construction site
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
Norwin Star
Fox Chapel does little things right in Class 6A 1st-round win over NorwinVideo
Norwin notebook: Another football recruit makes college choice
Norwin boys, girls gear up for WPIAL basketball playoffs
Ohio woman pleads guilty to theft, forgery scheme at Murrysville, Irwin banks
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 15, 2026
Patient Franklin Regional pass rusher finds college fit at West Liberty
Norwin area: Movie night at Sage’s Army, church fish fry, more
Norwin youth sports teams oppose hiking fees for fields, gym
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Franklin Regional caps unbeaten season by outlasting Norwin for PIAA Class 3A title
Penn Hills Progress
Here are some upcoming events at Penn Hills Library
Federal bill sends $7M to Western Pa. transportation projects
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
Penn Hills senior using extra energy to turn in memorable senior season
Penn Hills notebook: Swimmer Sipple savors senior season
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
Penn-Trafford Star
Green Beacon Gallery in downtown Greensburg searches for a new home
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 15, 2026
Penn-Trafford wrestler Dylan Barrett cuts weight to take shot at WPIAL, PIAA titles
Penn-Trafford girls finally shake loose vs. Franklin Regional in WPIAL 5A 1st round
Penn Township accuses The Club at Blackthorne of violating the municipality’s zoning ordinance
Residents weigh in on Penn Township’s latest rezoning proposal
Westmoreland County high school notebook: Penn-Trafford hockey holds edge over Hempfield
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 8, 2026
Ace Bartenders owners purchase The Club at Blackthorne for $3.9M amid zoning dispute
State board suspends license of Torrance hospital nurse
Plum Advance Leader
Taco Bell headed to Plum after council approval
Fire tears through home in Plum’s Logans Ferry HeightsVideo
Forbes Road Career & Technology Center to continue remote learning due to water main break
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of Feb. 9, 2026
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
Sewickley Herald
In brief: Sewickley Hills reorganizes council, COG appoints officers, block party at library and more
Playground options under consideration for Leetsdale’s Henle Park
Sewickley Academy boys, girls ready to take their shot in WPIAL basketball playoffs
Quaker Valley boys, girls heat up heading into playoffs
Lucas Grimsley adds 1,000-point milestone to stellar Sewickley Academy resume
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley boys edge Indiana in playoff tune-up
Sewickley antiques collector shares true meaning of Valentine’s Day
Sewickley approves new 2-year contract with borough manager
Osborne Elementary Polar Ball fundraiser designed to educate, help school families
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Feb. 15, 2026
Shaler Journal
Shaler Area bowler extra motivated by near-perfect game
At the library: Here are some upcoming events at the Glenshaw, Millvale and Shaler North Hills facilities
Treats make walk benefiting North Hills Community Outreach worth the steps
Rivertown Changemakers program helps people shape life in Sharpsburg, Etna and Millvale
Shaler Area softball pitcher hopes to cap high school career by taking team ‘all the way’
Shaler notebook: Titans flag football quarterback to play in college
Shaler boys show flashes of potential in playoff season
Rep. Lindsay Powell hosts 2nd ‘Ought to Be a Law’ competition at Shaler Area High School
Amid financial challenges, Millvale hires consultant to find new borough manager
Reserve renews garbage contract for 2 more years
South Hills Record
Top-seeded Jeannette wears down pesky Brentwood to reach 2A quarterfinals
Trib HSSN boys basketball player of the week for Feb. 15, 2026Video
Trib HSSN girls basketball player of the week for Feb. 15, 2026Video
Baldwin High School co-principals earn MVP recognition from Pittsburgh Penguins
‘Here to serve’: South Hills Interfaith Movement offers food lockers in Bethel Park
Collectors at South Hills Coin Club show weigh in on value of penny, precious metals
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