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Jeannette officials trim tentative budget to reduce shortfall

Jeannette officials have reduced a shortfall in the proposed 2027 budget and a preliminary version of the $6.7 million spending plan will be on council’s agenda Thursday. “There won’t be a tax increase this year,” said Ethan Keedy, city manager. Council was continuing to look at employee...

Jeannette, PA · 2d
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Grant will help upgrade traffic signals at dangerous Pittsburgh intersection

The grant is part of nearly $13 million distributed statewide for traffic safety projects.

Pittsburgh, PA · 6h

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Sewickley Borough officials plan to hold line on real estate taxes

Sewickley property owners should not expect to pay more in borough real estate taxes next year. Council voted 8-0 on Nov. 10 to advertise its 2027 spending plan and keep the millage rate at 6.25 mills. Councilman Tom Rostek was absent. The borough has not raised taxes in at least...

Sewickley, PA · 1d
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Hancock County students dress up for 'Halloween for the Hounds' to aid animals

HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. — Halloween costumes in Hancock County schools come with a purpose: helping the county’s animal shelter. The annual “Halloween for the Hounds” fundraiser allows students and staff who want to dress up for Halloween to do so by providing a donation. The effort began 13 years ago with just one school and has since expanded to the entire county.

Hancock County, WV · 1d
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Months-long People’s Gas pipeline replacement project to start in Bloomfield

Peoples Natural Gas will begin a pipeline modernization project on Liberty Avenue in Pittsburgh’s Bloomfield neighborhood on Monday.

Pittsburgh, PA · 4h

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Pittsburgh-area neighbors are giving away everything from toys to furniture for free

The Buy Nothing project is gaining popularity across local neighborhoods, providing online spaces where neighbors can offer items they no longer need for free.

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

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Paid Parental Leave: New Requirements for Allegheny County Employers

On Oct. 22, 2026, Allegheny County, Pa., enacted what’s believed to be the nation’s first countywide paid parental leave mandate. Employers must comply by October 2027. Employers doing business in the county with 15 or more employees anywhere must fund 12 weeks at base pay, capped at $4,200 weekly, for birth, adoption, child placement or stillbirth.

Allegheny County, PA · 2d

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Upcoming Public Meetings: Lincoln Ave, West End Projects, and Negley Ave

Safer streets are taking shape in Lincoln-Lemington, the West End, and East Liberty. See the plans and weigh in on November 17 and 19!. Next week brings three chances to see bike and pedestrian improvements in the works across Pittsburgh, and to tell the people designing them what you need. Two meetings are on Tuesday, November 17, and one is on Thursday, November 19. All three projects are still early in design, which is exactly when your input can shape what gets built.

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

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Tarentum property owners facing hikes in real estate tax, electric, garbage rates next year

Tarentum residents are facing a triple whammy to their expenses in the proposed 2027 borough budget. Council is considering increases in the property tax, electric and garbage collection rates. The $13.73 million preliminary budget would raise electric rates by 5.2% and real estate taxes by 1.5 mills. That’s a 25...

Tarentum, PA · 1d

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‘A Long Time Coming’: Remains of WV WWII POW land at Pittsburgh International Airport

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (WTRF) – After 81 years, a missing World War II soldier has finally come home.  The remains of Technical Sergeant Raymond Carl Richmond were returned to West Virginia Wednesday, and at Pittsburgh International Airport, family members gathered to proudly welcome the American hero home.   For the Richmond family, bringing Raymond home is a moment […]

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

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Residents question environmental impact of Scott Township warehouse campus construction

SCOTT TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Herb Grayek has lived in Scott Township for 25 years. He says what should have been a quiet retirement changed when construction began on an industrial warehouse campus near his property. He also says township officials have not been transparent. “They didn't mention...

Scott Township, PA · 15h

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Heinz History Center opens exhibit showcasing art made by Aaron Gorson while he was in Pittsburgh

The Senator John Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh will open a new art exhibit featuring more than 40 original paintings by artist Aaron Harry Gorson.

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

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Help with heating bills now available for some Pa. residents

This article was originally published by WESA. As temperatures drop and heating bills climb, help is available for Pennsylvanians struggling to keep their homes warm. Applications are open for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, also known as LIHEAP. Through April, eligible households can apply for a one-time cash...

Pennsylvania · 3d

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Leet Township Eyes 8.8% Tax Hike to Fund Truck Loan, Dodge Layoffs

Leet Township commissioners voted unanimously last Monday to advertise a 2027 spending plan that would raise the municipal millage rate from 9.1 to 9.9 mills, an 8.8% increase. Allegheny County’s community profile lists the township’s taxable residential median value as $127,050 as of Nov. 6, 2026. At that assessment, the proposed rate would produce a township tax of about $1,258, roughly $102 more than at the current rate.

Allegheny County, PA · 21h

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Route 65, Route 19 West End Bridge Overnight Utility Work Continues Next Week in Pittsburgh

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is announcing overnight utility work on the West End Bridge (Route 19) and northbound Route 65 in the City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County will continue next Monday through Thursday, November 16-19 weather permitting. Utility work will occur from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM each...

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

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Millvale Bell Tower Glows Green as New Beacon Puts Air Quality on Display

Pittsburgh City Hall Plaza — Weather Coverage Landmark Backdrop. A beacon perched atop the old bell tower of Millvale's Sanctuary at Mr. Smalls is now glowing in different colors depending on how clean or dirty the air is outside. On Wednesday night, the light glowed green, a signal that pollution levels in the borough were low at the time.

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

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EMS Official Announces Bid For Butler County Commissioner

Another candidate has announced an intention to run for Butler County Commissioner. Butler County native Zachary Scherer points to qualifications that include college graduate, EMS professional, and board president of a local ambulance service as well as time spent running a nonprofit organization that helps veterans and families in need.

Butler County, PA · 1d

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Hancock Commission approves $500,000 opioid settlement disbursement

HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. — NEWS9 has been following the Hancock County Commission and its opioid settlement funding disbursement process. Friday, commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding to disburse $500,000 to Family Care. Tommy Ogden dissented after asking for clarification and receiving none. "At this moment, we have no idea...

Hancock County, WV · 20h

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Once an exclusive haven for Pittsburgh’s elite, Pitt’s University Club is now open to everyone

Location: University Club at University of Pittsburgh in Oakland. Featured guests: Danielle Olcott, director of food and beverage; Robyn Tongel, hospitality concierge; and Jana Sestili, director of event & conference services, at Pitt’s University Club. 3 things that surprised me:. 1. Acclaimed architect Henry Hornbostel designed The University Club...

Pittsburgh, PA · 5d

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Cheswick preliminary budget calls for no property tax increase next year

Cheswick Council has approved a preliminary budget for next year that doesn’t include a property tax increase. On Tuesday night, council voted 4-0 to approve a $2.36 million preliminary budget. The seven-member council barely had a quorum to pass the proposal. Attending were council members Brad Yaksich, Nicholas Pollino,...

Cheswick, PA · 1d