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Letter to the editor: Westmoreland County mismanagement

Westmoreland County Commissioner Ted Kopas seems to be the spokesperson for the commissioners, and often directs the word “mismanagement” at the county sheriff’s office. He should look in the mirror. The commissioners claim the county is in a financial crisis and there is a need to eliminate...

Westmoreland County, PA · 1d

KDKA News Radio

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.

Pittsburgh, PA · 4d

familydestinationsguide.com

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Pack Your Bags For This Pennsylvania Town Where $1,300 A Month Covers Absolutely Everything

There’s a city in northwestern Pennsylvania that has a genuine stone castle, the most famous candy store in the region, a river running through its downtown, and rent that costs less than what most people spend on car payments and groceries combined. That city is Sharon, Pennsylvania, and it’s...

Sharon, PA · 9d

CBS Pittsburgh

Carnegie VFW, American Legion posts face financial challenges after skill game ban

It's been almost one month since the statewide ban on skill games took effect.

Carnegie, PA · 2d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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

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.

Pittsburgh, PA · 3d

WPXI Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh’s Sister Bridges to close for lighting repairs

Pittsburgh’s Sister Bridges will close for lighting repairs next week.

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

wesanews.org

Allegheny County will make negligent landlords pay to rehouse displaced tenants

An update to Allegheny County’s health code will financially penalize landlords whose tenants must be temporarily rehoused in an emergency due to poor housing conditions, such as a lack of heat in the winter. County Executive Sara Innamorato signed the bill during a ceremony in West Mifflin Thursday afternoon.

Allegheny County, PA · 2d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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 · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

Rustic Ridge Mine foes: Donegal area damaged enough by mining

Continuing coal mining operations in the Donegal area could have a long-term negative impact on the residents’ supply of well water, the stability of their homes and the quality of the streams — particularly if problems arise once mining ceases, a group of residents told state environmental regulators Tuesday.

Donegal, PA · 3d

WPXI Pittsburgh

At first major hurdle, homeless shelter proposal divides Polish Hill

More than 100 people filled a meeting room underneath the Pittsburgh Housing Authority offices Thursday to speak for and against a proposed homeless shelter in Polish Hill.

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

bikepgh.org

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 TRIBUNE-REVIEW

Heinz History Center exhibit showcases artist Aaron Gorson’s paintings of Pittsburgh’s steel mills

In an 1868 edition of The Atlantic Monthly, journalist James Parton described Pittsburgh as “Hell with the lid taken off.”. This description referred to the appearance of the industrial city, with its many glowing, smoky steel mills. Parton’s observation may not evoke positive feelings, but artist Aaron Harry Gorson saw the city differently with his brush.

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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 TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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

nextpittsburgh.com

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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

WTRF- 7News

‘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 […]