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Public sounds off on U.S. Steel’s proposed hot strip mill in Braddock

The Allegheny County Health Department heard from the public on U.S. Steel’s proposed permit for a new hot strip mill at its plant in Braddock. The company, which was purchased by Nippon Steel of Japan last year, has proposed putting in a new hot strip mill at its Edgar Thomson plant. A hot strip mill presses steel slabs into coils of flat steel used to manufacture cars and appliances.

Braddock, PA · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

Hearing in drug case tied to Westmoreland County vape shops to resume in January

Testimony in a marathon preliminary hearing will resume in January after one witness testified Thursday over more than 10 hours about the seizure of $18 million and thousands of illegal drug-laced products from warehouses in Plum and Eastern Pennsylvania. State attorney general agent Molly Galizia said the investigation was prompted...

Westmoreland County, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Pittsburgh’s Sister Bridges to close for lighting repairs

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

Pittsburgh, PA · 10h

CBS Pittsburgh

Another bar on Pittsburgh's South Side shut down by DA's office

The Allegheny County District Attorney's Office has shut down another bar on Pittsburgh's South Side.

Pittsburgh, PA · 3d

WPXI Pittsburgh

Greensburg kicks off holiday season with lineup of festive events

Greensburg is kicking off its holiday season with the Westmoreland Museum of American Art’s Winter Wonderland event, launching the city’s busiest time of the year. The downtown celebration typically draws more than 1,000 visitors to the museum.

Greensburg, PA · 6h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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

caninecarecentral.com

Dog Rescued After Being Abandoned Along Westmoreland County Road

Zack Keithy, our author, is a certified veterinarian technician (UC Blue Ash) for over 6 years (contact him here). The articles written here are based on his expertise and experience, combined with a review by our expert vet reviewers including Dr M. Tarantino. Learn more about us here. A small...

Westmoreland 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 · 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

Pittsburgh's Public Source

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.

Allegheny County, PA · 2d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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 · 11h

WPXI Pittsburgh

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.

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Help with heating bills now available for some Pa. residents

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 grant to help cover heating costs. Grants...

Pennsylvania · 2d

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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.

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USA TODAY

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 · 14h

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.

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Pittsburgh's Public Source

Polish Hill shelter proposal called ‘damaging’ and ‘minimal’ in heated hearing

Polish Hill residents showed up in droves to a Pittsburgh Zoning Board of Adjustment hearing on Thursday, passionate with both concern and support for a proposed year-round, low-barrier homeless shelter in their neighborhood. The nearly four-hour meeting included a presentation by Michael Korns, counsel for the proposed shelter’s operator Community...

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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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Mars Area High School evacuated Friday morning for reported odor of gas

Mars Area High School was evacuated Friday morning, Nov. 13, due to an odor of gas in multiple areas of the building, according to Butler County Emergency Services dispatch recordings. The gas company was requested to the school for the potential leak, which was reported before 9 a.m. “Responding emergency...

Mars, PA · 22h

WPXI Pittsburgh

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.