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Pittsburgh advocates call for stronger support for growing number of students learning English

As educators and community members walked into the City of Asylum Tuesday night, they were given the opportunity to meet with students who presented a math word problem in their native language. If the attendee couldn’t answer or comprehend the question, the students would use a white board to try to visually explain the problem.

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d
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Allegheny County has more license plate readers than any other Pa. county. Here’s what’s at stake

Pennsylvania lawmakers are moving to rein in license plate readers. A criminal justice scholar explains where their proposals fall between public safety and privacy.

Allegheny County, PA · 1d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Backbone Road connecting Sewickley Heights and Bell Acres has reopened

A road connecting Sewickley Heights and Bell Acres boroughs that has been closed for more than two years due to landslides has reopened. Traffic flow resumed along Backbone Road on Nov. 6. Sewickley Heights borough manager Nathan Briggs said he was involved in a final walk through with the borough...

Sewickley, PA · 2d
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Jury awards $7.1M to Jeannette man in Westmoreland Hospital malpractice suit

A jury this week awarded $7.1 million in damages to a Jeannette man, saying doctors’ and nurses’ negligence at Westmoreland Hospital led to the amputation of his left leg. Following a seven-day trial in Westmoreland County, a jury found in favor of Shane D. Steiner and his wife in a medical malpractice lawsuit in which they claimed he received faulty care following a heart attack in 2021.

Jeannette, PA · 4d
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Drivers call for safety improvements at Beaver County intersection after another crash

Another crash at the intersection of Route 51 and Route 168 in South Beaver is renewing calls from neighbors and drivers to have a red light installed at the intersection.

Beaver County, PA · 3d

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Brooke County Chamber honors businesses and leaders at annual recognition dinner

The Brooke County Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated local businesses and community leaders during its annual recognition dinner Wednesday evening. The organization presented multiple awards, including Business of the Year (Screwy Louie's), Citizen of the Year (Laurie Labishak), Lifetime Achievement (Marc Chernenko), New Business of the Year (Fuscardo Family Urgent Care), Young Professional of the Year (Brianna Bates), and Non-Profit of the Year (Northern Panhandle Quail Forever). The event also highlighted a communitywide scavenger hunt and local entrepreneurs, with organizers pointing to the effort as part of building a better future.

Brooke County, WV · 2d

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Proposed Polish Hill homeless shelter divides residents at Pittsburgh zoning hearing

Pittsburgh zoning officials need to decide whether to allow an overnight homeless shelter to operate year-round in Polish Hill. The Zoning Board of Adjustment heard testimony in support of and in opposition to the shelter at its meeting on Thursday. About 20 people in the room and online spoke in...

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

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Developer seeks to replace walk-ups near PPG Paints Arena with 7-story apartment building

A South Fayette-based development group wants to tear down three buildings across from PPG Paints Arena and replace them with a seven-story apartment building — though details from the group remain sparse. The buildings — brick, three-story office walk-ups located at 1100-1106 Fifth Ave. — are vacant and currently...

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

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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

WPXI Pittsburgh

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11 Investigates: Community leaders left in the dark on decision to remove airport approach lights

West Mifflin borough leaders say they were not notified about plans to turn off approach lights at the county airport until 11 Investigates told them.

West Mifflin, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Non-credible threat against West Mifflin Area High School leads to heightened security Friday

The West Mifflin Area School District notified families Thursday about a possible threat.

West Mifflin, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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City of Pittsburgh now accepting applications for 2026-27 Snow Angels program

The City of Pittsburgh is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 Snow Angels program.

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Dog rescued from house fire in Westmoreland County

Emergency crews responded to a house fire Thursday in Westmoreland County.

Westmoreland County, PA · 2d

WTRF- 7News

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Northwood Health Systems adds new psychiatrist to their staff in Wheeling

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Northwood Health Systems welcomed a new adult and geriatric psychiatrist to their staff. Northwood Health Systems is a nonprofit behavioral health center for residents of Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall and Wetzel county. After running a private practice in North Carolina the past six years, Dr. Todd Derreberry decided that he wanted […]

Wheeling, WV · 2d

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Route 837 Duquesne Boulevard Utility Work Begins Monday in Allegheny County

Intermittent traffic stoppages to occur. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is announcing utility work on Route 837 (Duquesne Boulevard) in the City of Duquesne and West Mifflin Borough, Allegheny County will begin Monday, November 16 weather permitting. There will be single-lane restrictions controlled by flaggers and intermittent traffic stoppages...

Allegheny County, PA · 1d

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Medicaid recipients face new renewal requirements beginning in 2027

Allegheny County officials are launching a communitywide campaign to help residents maintain Medicaid coverage as new federal eligibility requirements take effect Jan. 1, 2027. The changes, enacted under the federal Big Beautiful Bill Act, will require many Medicaid recipients to renew their coverage every six months and answer additional questions on lengthy renewal forms. County officials and health care providers say the outreach effort is intended to prevent eligible residents from losing coverage because they miss deadlines or struggle to navigate the renewal process. “Too many people risk losing health coverage even if they are working or eligible for exemptions simply because they are unaware of new requirements or don’t know where to turn for help,” County Executive Sara Innamorato said. Organizations across the county team up The Allegheny County Department of Human Services is partnering with health care providers and community organizations to offer training, public information sessions, text reminders and online advertising. Through a partnership with the UPMC Neighborhood Outreach Center, grassroots organizations will receive training to help residents navigate Pennsylvania’s online Medicaid system . Community office hours also will provide hands-on assistance. A series of town halls will give residents opportunities to ask questions and learn about

Allegheny County, PA · 1d

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I-70 Traffic Patterns Altered for Wheeling Christmas Parade

Lane and Ramp Closures on Interstate 70 Westbound and Eastbound in Wheeling to Begin Monday, November 20, 2026. Ohio County, WV – A portion of Interstate 70 westbound in Wheeling will have the left lane closed, and the eastbound off ramps onto Main Street into downtown Wheeling will be closed from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., on Friday, November 20, 2026, for the Wheeling Christmas Parade. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes.

Wheeling, WV · 1d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Developer seeks input on proposed Jayhawk Commons development in Jeannette

A proposed commercial and residential development at the former Monsour Medical Center property is on hold while the developer gathers feedback from nearby residents. A letter was sent to about 130 households in Jeannette this month seeking feedback which will drive how the project moves forward. “The gist of the...

Jeannette, PA · 2d

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Route 366 Tarentum Bridge Inspection Activities Continue Friday in Tarentum

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is announcing inspection activities on the Tarentum Bridge (Route 366) in Tarentum Borough, Allegheny County will occur Friday, November 13 weather permitting. There will be a single-lane restriction on eastbound Tarentum Bridge at the Ross Street on-ramp continuing approximately one-half mile from 9:00 AM...

Allegheny County, PA · 2d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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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 · 8h