Shenango Township Couple Challenges Permit for Former CEMEX Mine

A Shenango Township couple has taken their fight over a long-dormant limestone mine to court. Chris and Kiley Papa filed a land-use appeal against Shenango Township and its Board of Supervisors on Nov. 6 in Lawrence County Court of Common Pleas. Separately, the Papas filed a lawsuit against East Fairfield Coal Company and Snake Run Real Estate LLC.

Local bakery ordered closed by Allegheny County Health Department

UZ Bakery in Oakdale closed by Allegheny County Health Department for operating without a permit and 14 violations, including high-risk issues.

Effort To Save Slippery Rock Barn Hits Roadblock

An effort to save a Slippery Rock landmark may be dropped after a failure to reach an agreement with the school board. At a meeting earlier this week, a committee that was formed to try and save the white barn outside of the high school could not reach an agreement on how to proceed with the Slippery Rock School Board.

Why AI Could Create More Places Like Youngstown, Ohio

"Youngstown is a symbol for what can happen when America stands idly by as market forces inflict abrupt economic transition on communities," write Todd Jick and Bruce Usher.

Contractor selected for Austintown roundabout

AUSTINTOWN - Plans are moving forward for a proposed roundabout at at the intersection of New Road and State Route 46 in Austintown. A spokesperson for the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) told 21 News that the job was awarded to local contractor Shelly and Sands for $6.5 million on October 30.

Suspect in Amy Acton’s fair stop case refuses plea deal

Havas has pleaded not guilty and is free on $5,000 bond.

Wexford interchange project on schedule for spring completion, PennDOT says

PennDOT says work on the Wexford interchange project remains on schedule, with the department hoping the new interchange will be ready for drivers by spring.

Local wing spot ordered closed after sewage backup discovered

Big Shot Bob's wing restaurant in Penn Hills, Pittsburgh, closed by Allegheny County Health Department due to sewage backup and 15 inspection violations.

Pack Up For This Ohio Town Where Rent Under $750 Still Buys A Great Small-Town Life

A water-powered mill from the 1840s still grinds corn, wheat, and buckwheat here, and you can buy the flour. That alone made me curious. Then I learned the same city has a free art museum with more than 22,000 pieces. Now add the rent. Studio apartments here often average well...

Waterline work in Pittsburgh to cause potential traffic restrictions

Waterline work on Penn Avenue/Fifth Avenue and North Dallas Avenue in Pittsburgh will cause potential traffic restrictions starting Thursday, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

ODOT construction alerts for November 2026, beyond

The Ohio Department of Transportation is announcing road-construction updates for Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties for November 2026 and beyond. Information last modified: Nov. 6, 2026. Mahoning County. The following construction projects are anticipated to affect highways in Mahoning County next week. All scheduled work is weather permitting. Interstate 76/80...

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.

How Allegheny County property taxes are calculated

Allegheny County homeowners can better understand their property tax bills by knowing how assessed values, millage rates and payment deadlines determine what they owe. Property tax bills rely on several figures. The calculation begins with a property's assessed value, which is used with a millage rate to determine the tax owed. Homeowners may see more than one millage rate because Allegheny County, municipalities and school districts can each establish their own rates. Those separate taxes contribute to a property's overall tax burden. Allegheny County property tax payment deadlines Payment timing can affect how much a homeowner owes. For Allegheny County real estate taxes, taxpayers received a 2% discount for paying by March 31. The face amount was due April 30. After that deadline, the county applies a one-time 5% penalty, then 1% interest for each month the bill remains unpaid. Those dates apply to county real estate taxes and should not automatically be used for every property tax bill. Municipalities and school districts can have different collection schedules. How reassessment could affect property taxes Property reassessment adds another factor for Allegheny County homeowners to watch. The county has been using 2012 base-year property values, but a court has ordered a

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.

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.

Joint Resolution 11 looks to change Gov. veto override

After 30 years in the minority, Jay Costa steps into Senate spotlight

“He’s seen a lot of bills come up and I think that he’ll do what he thinks is best," said state Sen. Devlin Robinson, a Republican. “I think he’s a pragmatic person and he’ll be pragmatic in whatever office he possesses.” The post After 30 years in the minority, Jay Costa steps into Senate spotlight appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source . PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.

Cranberry Township officials, residents talk traffic

CRANBERRY TWP — Township Supervisor Anthony Bertolino has seen the township experience substantial growth in the more than 35 years he has lived there. “For the last 25 years — maybe longer — the No. 1 issue is traffic,” he said at the fifth Cranberry Conversations on Tuesday, Nov. 10, addressing dozens of residents in the crowd. “We're aware of the problem. We know that it's there.”

Ask Around Western Pennsylvania And Locals Point You To These 8 Fish Fry Halls

In Western Pennsylvania, Friday during Lent means one thing for a lot of families: a trip to the fire hall or church basement for fried fish. These dinners are run by volunteers, priced for real neighborhoods, and packed with people who have been coming for years. The best ones rarely...

Route 422 Improvement Work Begins Monday in Lawrence County

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is announcing roadway improvement work on Route 422 in Shenango and Slippery Rock townships, Lawrence County will begin Monday, November 16 weather permitting. To accommodate preliminary drainage work and line painting operations, there will be single-lane restrictions along Route 422 between Business 422 in...