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Pittsburgh
Offbeat Pittsburgh: From Air Jordan to a higher calling, Erin Patton’s journey to serving others
AI-powered healthcare fraud has insurers on their toes
Understanding the biomechanics, neuroscience of athletes in the FIFA World Cup
Western Pa. families declining vitamin K shots, other preventive care for newborns
Hundreds of teens swarm East Liberty park, drawing Pittsburgh-wide police response
A year later, U.S. Steel workers remain divided over benefit of Nippon Steel takeover
SEA recruits ‘Geese Police’ to handle North Shore poop problem
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: June 19-21
Pittsburgh Public Schools consider new purchasing policies
Pittsburgh celebrates Black history with annual Juneteenth festivities
Allegheny
Etna recognized for revitalization effortsVideo
Pittsburgh celebrates Black history with annual Juneteenth festivities
2026 Pittsburgh/Allegheny County homicide victims
Longtime employee named Shaler Area High School principal
PRT dealing with light rail delays after power outage
‘Killer to school districts and their revenues’: Property tax challenges straining Allegheny County school budgets
State funding boosts Brentwood schools’ academic programs
As more sightings of black bears pop up, leaving them alone is key to coexistence, experts say
16 Allegheny County workers topped $50K in leave cash-outs
Warehouse catches fire in Glassport
Westmoreland
Pitt-Greensburg hosts nonprofit’s 30th annual retreat for Black poets
North Huntingdon drug bust yields crystal meth, 2 arrests
Police say woman went berserk at Allegheny Township playground
Water authority buys West Newton sewage plant for $1.2 million
Juneteenth to be commemorated at historic park in Westmoreland
FBI arrests Jeannette man after alleged threats, posts on Facebook
Trail work planned at Braddock Trail Park
Learn about the daily life of a game warden at the Pa. Game Commission’s Junior Warden CampVideo
400 students to receive new graduation plans amid Penn State closures
Monessen police seek Rostraver man who kicked officer in chest during traffic stop
Valley News Dispatch
18th annual PA Hero Walk strolls to its end in Lower Burrell
New Kensington man left with the bill for house repairs after next-door home is demolished
Hands-on dementia simulation offers perspective for caregiversVideo
Police say woman went berserk at Allegheny Township playground
Springdale father detained by ICE back home after 4 months
Gas company repairs Plum road near fracking injection well
Faces of the Valley: New Kensington artist reflects on long career
The Stroller, June 20, 2026: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
Alle-Kiski Senior Citizen News: June 20, 2026
Summerfest event kicks off at Larry Mills Park in PlumVideo
Regional
Fixing Social Security crisis ‘is not going to be pleasant,’ Pa. congressman says
Commercial Street closure under Parkway East approaching
Pittsburgh celebrates Black history with annual Juneteenth festivities
UPMC Mercy Burn Center, Allegheny Public Safety host firework safety demo
400 students to receive new graduation plans amid Penn State closures
Somerset sheriff acquitted of corruption of minors charge
A year later, U.S. Steel workers remain divided over benefit of Nippon Steel takeover
Morning Roundup: Woman taken to hospital after shooting in Pittsburgh; Route 28 reopens after crash
Leaving kids in car while gambling among reasons 18 people banned from Pa. casinos
Sheetz family donation to benefit Slippery Rock business, nursing students
Bethel Park Journal
Bethel Park High School graduates more than 330 students
Viral TikTok ‘dot cakes’ available in Pittsburgh
Allegheny County high schools building pipeline of in-demand special education professionalsVideo
In brief: Bethel Park High School graduation, junior council program and more
Bethel Park student achievements for the week of May 26, 2026
Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of May 24, 2026
Military flyovers scheduled across the region for Memorial Day
Heart-and-soul hurdler leads Bethel Park contingent at WPIAL meet
Bethel Park baseball sticks together during up-and-down season, earns playoff spot
Bethel Park Public Library joins America250PA initiative
Bridgeville Signal Item
Chartiers Valley High School Choirs earn clean sweep at Ohio competition
Chartiers Valley holds line on taxes for 2026-27 school year
Bridgeville to celebrate 125 years with weeklong community festival in July
Property taxes jump 4.4% in Carlynton School District
Chartiers Valley celebrates graduates in Class of 2026
Bridgeville promotes officer to police sergeant
Bishop Canevin’s Minikon Johnson, Lamier Wade commit to UConn
Carnegie Elementary renovation project breaks ground
Carnegie Library program to share life experiences of Holocaust survivor
In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of May 25, 2026 and beyond
Fox Chapel Herald
Water storage tanks are planned for O’Hara land currently owned by Pittsburgh Diocese
Funnel Cake Friday’s Touch-a-Truck gathering puts kids in the driver’s seat in Sharpsburg
‘Friends’ group created to advocate for Cooper-Siegel, Sharpsburg libraries
Cobbler lifestyle a family affair for owners of Fox Chapel Shoe Service
Incoming president of Fox Chapel Rotary Club hopes to expand charitable reach, increase membership
Fire-ravaged Trinity United Church of Christ in Indiana Township to be demolished and rebuilt
More Indiana Township residents weigh in on proposed housing development
In brief: Happenings from across the Fox Chapel Herald area
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of June 14, 2026
Shady Side Academy runners go the distance to highlight 2025-26 school year in sports
Monroeville Times Express
In brief: Summer concerts, church festival, car show, movies in park and more
Beechview artist to showcase works inspired by Japanese folklore at Monroeville library
Living Dead Weekend brings zombies to Monroeville Mall 1 last timeVideo
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of June 14, 2026
Communication, teamwork led Gateway Esports team to state championship
Monroeville restaurant Coast & Main headed down the highway to Murrysville in 2027
7-year-old Monroeville boy breaks world record — twice
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of June 7, 2026
Monroeville campus clippings: Gateway grad Taniya Denson vaults to runner-up finish
Gateway’s Jayden Stammer caps junior season at PIAA track championships
Murrysville Star
Murrysville area: Live music at local parks, senior bocce league, upcoming meetings, more
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of June 14, 2026
Senior all-star game lures Franklin Regional coach out of retirement … for 1 night anyway
Monroeville restaurant Coast & Main headed down the highway to Murrysville in 2027
Murrysville prepares for summer paving program
Murrysville area: Tuesdays at Townsend concerts, ‘Clays for a Cause,’ concert band schedule, more
New Murrysville disc golf course turns rugged terrain into asset
Franklin Regional disciplines senior over antisemitic yearbook quote
Jury finds Beaver County man guilty of 1st-degree murder in Murrysville businessman’s slaying
Franklin Regional grad Spencer Lee continues quest toward Olympics return
North Journal
Demolition, construction to cause closures, restrictions of interstates 279, 79
North Hills softball never felt like underdogs in surprise run to WPIAL finals
North Hills notebook: Track team turns in solid performances at WPIAL meet
Ross Township 5th grader captures 4 regional titles in Taekwondo
West View rejects only bid for new municipal complex that was more than double expected cost
North Hills School Board approves $101.6M budget with near-max property tax hike
Ross, West View police place education ahead of enforcement on electric bikes, scootersVideo
With sharp defense, Thomas Jefferson avenges loss to North Hills, makes PIAA final 4
Shaler couple accused of pocketing money meant to pay Ross/West View EMS ambulance bills
Ross to host information session about e-bikes
Norwin Star
Trail work planned at Braddock Trail Park
Home contractors charged with taking payment for jobs they never completed
Norwin area: Park concerts, burger bash, museum passes, more
Memorial plaque dedicated to late beloved Irwin priest
Rev. John Moineau, late Irwin priest, to be memoralized with plaque on street sign
Track, lacrosse teams hit road, highlight spring sports at Norwin
Norwin notebook: Pitcher to wrap up Knights career in all-star game
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of June 14, 2026
Unforeseen problems push Irwin municipal office move to at least August
Irwin Mayor Jeff Clem announces intention to resign, citing personal, borough issues
Penn Hills Progress
Allegheny County celebrates completion of 40-unit affordable housing complex in Penn Hills
Annual Memorial Day parade in Penn Hills pays tribute to veterans
Morning Roundup: Person shot at Penn Hills pool
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of June 14, 2026
Twin Boro Bar and Grill offers Verona’s latest spot for food, nostalgia
A century of summer: Rosedale Beach Club celebrates 100 years of fun in the sun
In brief: Happenings throughout the Penn Hills area
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of June 7, 2026
Oakmont Greek Food Festival is equal parts fellowship, fundraising and food
Penn Hills notebook: Runner finishes just shy of trip to states
Penn-Trafford Star
Penn-Trafford raises property taxes by 3.5 mills
Cafe Zara Middle Eastern cafe opens in Greensburg
Penn Township to decide whether to move forward with proposed Penn Borough merger
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of June 14, 2026
Penn Township to vote next week on prohibiting e-scooter, e-bike use at Municipal Park
Penn-Trafford esports team secures 1st state championship title
Penn-Trafford property tax bills could rise $130 annually under proposed budget
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of June 7, 2026
Braddock homicide suspect arrested in Trafford after 2 years on the run
Penn-Trafford area: Food truck event, car show, vendor market, more
Plum Advance Leader
Plum Council President stands by Pride Month comments despite backlash
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of June 14, 2026
Road rage charges against former Penn Hills police officer dismissed
Plum vacation Bible school turns church’s school basement into rainforest
Twin Boro Bar and Grill offers Verona’s latest spot for food, nostalgia
In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of June 8, 2026
Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of June 7, 2026
Oakmont Greek Food Festival is equal parts fellowship, fundraising and food
Plum makes enthusiastic return to American Legion baseball
Plum’s annual Summerfest to kick off June 18
Sewickley Herald
Letter to the editor: Lessons on ‘paying it forward’
Leetsdale officials fire borough manager, hire interim replacement
Sewickley Academy’s class of 2026 graduates
In brief: Author appearance, donations approved and more in Sewickley area
Sewickley area student achievements for the week of June 16, 2026
3 Sewickley police officers resign
Sewickley native Ryder Fetterolf wins CHL’s Goaltender of the Year award
3rd annual Sewickley Blooms Market ‘cross-pollinates’ art and foliage
Quaker Valley girls lacrosse builds on winning culture with season to remember
Track, cross country champ Jonah Montagnese not done making history at Quaker Valley
Shaler Journal
Longtime employee named Shaler Area High School principal
Water storage tanks are planned for O’Hara land currently owned by Pittsburgh Diocese
Pittsburgh Sandwich Society leaving Strange Roots as new Millvale eatery opens
Deven Wilson wraps up senior year with kidney transplant
Etna fills council vacancy, names new vice president
Shaler Area senior headed to D.C. to test baking and pastry skills at nationals
Trib HSSN softball player of the week for June 15, 2026Video
In brief: Happenings from across the Shaler Journal area
5 gardens in 4 communities featured on Shaler Garden Club’s 18th annual Great Gardens Tour
Shaler boys volleyball writes another championship chapter in program’s storied history
South Hills Record
Baldwin High School graduates enjoy Bucco Brigade experience
Shaler outlasts Thomas Jefferson in 11-inning Class 5A semifinal thrillerVideo
Trib HSSN softball player of the week for June 7, 2026Video
Shaler finally gets past pesky Baldwin in PIAA Class 5A quarterfinals
With sharp defense, Thomas Jefferson avenges loss to North Hills, makes PIAA final 4
Allegheny County high schools building pipeline of in-demand special education professionalsVideo
No tax increase expected in Brentwood schools budget
South Hills student achievements for the week of May 26, 2026
Baldwin boys volleyball enjoys breakthrough season
Baldwin long jumper, shot putter earn WPIAL medals
