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Get Into the Holiday Spirit With These Local Events and Festivals

Nov. 13 – Jan. 3. Take a stroll through more than three million twinkling lights and snap a photo with the tallest Christmas tree in Pennsylvania at Kennywood Park. Visitors will also be able to enjoy an offering of seasonal food and drink options, hop on 20+ family and thrill rides, explore Gingerbread Junction, share a wish list with Santa and enjoy special entertainment for all ages. Plus, families can meet Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and his friends Clarice, Bumble and Sam the Snowman. Tickets can be purchased online. Admission is also included with the purchase of a 2027 season pass.

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

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 · 22h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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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 · 16h

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Downtown Pittsburgh housing demand is growing, but turning offices into apartments remains a challenge

Apartments in Pittsburgh’s Golden Triangle are filling up, but data from the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership suggests adding more housing could be a challenge. During a presentation Tuesday, Aaron Sukenik, vice president of district development at the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership, said Downtown is about halfway toward its goal of doubling its residential population — one of the objectives outlined in a three-year strategic plan to revitalize the Golden Triangle.

Pittsburgh, PA · 3d

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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 · 8h

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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 · 18h

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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 · 1d

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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 · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls launches major project aimed at restoring historic building

The Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls has launched a major rehabilitation project aimed at restoring its historic 1903 building and expanding community services across Beaver County.

Beaver Falls, PA · 1d

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Restore 22 Coffee Shop Gives Veterans a Place to Find Connection, Camaraderie and Resources

On Veterans Day, Restore 22 Coffee Shop opened its doors to local veterans, giving them a sneak peek at their new gathering place. The walls are painted olive drab, but the mood was light and cheerful as former service members and their families, along with volunteers and community partners, filled the 3,000-square-foot cafe in Coraopolis.

Coraopolis, PA · 1d

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Residents debate breathable air, economic progress at hearing about $3 billion US Steel investment

Billions of dollars in investment are earmarked for Braddock’s Edgar Thomson Plant.

Braddock, 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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Butler County Measles Cases Climb to Five, All in Unvaccinated Residents

Butler County's measles case count has climbed to five, health officials confirmed, with every single case involving someone who was not vaccinated against the virus. The jump comes as Pennsylvania's statewide outbreak surpasses 1,500 confirmed infections for the year, underscoring how the disease continues to find footholds in unvaccinated pockets of the state.

Butler County, PA · 2d

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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 · 9h

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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 · 1d

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BC3 announces $1.25 million renovation through donation, grant

A one-time, six-figure donation and a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education will allow Butler County Community College to follow through on long-planned upgrades at its main campus. BC3’s board of trustees approved The West End Project at a special meeting Wednesday, Nov. 11. The project’s cost of $1.25...

Butler County, PA · 1d

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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.

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

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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 · 4d

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State penalties against Shell have failed, and a new approach is needed

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) $15 million penalty against Shell Polymers in September is an unacceptable response to ongoing pollution violations. It sends a message that the creation of fines – essentially awarding “financial gifts” for community health projects – will curtail unlawful emissions at the plant.

Pennsylvania · 10h