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Popes rise to challenges of their times, Pittsburgh-area Catholic experts say

Faithful remember Pope Francis as 'pilgrim of hope'

2 earthquakes recorded about a hundred miles from Pittsburgh

How did 26 million pounds of dirt get into Acrisure Stadium for Supercross?

As data centers spread, their leaders push for transparency, consistency in state regulations

Hot enough for ya? Temperatures move above typical April in Western Pa.

Tariffs spark fireworks order cancellations as America's 250th looms

Aliquippa man sentenced to 15 years for making, selling fake drugs on the darknet

Feds OK settlement between Shapiro, grid manager to control electricity prices

26 Walmart stores in Pa. to be remodeled

Logging poised to accelerate in Allegheny National Forest under emergency declaration

Pittsburgh metro area air among worst in country, study says

Hillandale Farms, giant egg producer, sells for $1.1B

How will he be judged? Pope Francis’ legacy pondered across religious and social lines

Pittsburgh, Greensburg Catholic bishops, other faith leaders remember Francis as an empathetic shepherd

Recently retired Cardinal O’Malley — who grew up in Western Pa. — is headed to the Vatican. Could he be the next pope?

'Very humble and very patient': W. Pa. Catholics mourn Pope Francis

19-year-old shot, killed in girlfriend's Washington County home, coroner says

Team that resurrected dire wolf has Pitt, Penn State connections 

Trib HSSN baseball team of the week for April 24, 2025 

Get to know Bethel Park's primary election candidates

Bethel Park gets past Moon for rare 2-game sweep in Section 2-5A baseball

Bethel Park School District news for the week of April 22, 2025

In brief: South Hills Choral concert, farmers market and more in Bethel Park

Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Bethel Park athletes hitting stride at early-season invitationals

Bethel Park notebook: Basketball stars set for Roundball Classic

Bethel Park junior creates smiles for ill children

Whitehall’s improved Overlook Park ready for visitors

K9 for a Day: Bethel Park honors rescue dog seeking adoption

Bethel Park area student achievements for the week of March 25, 2025

In brief: Senior softball, Ruthfred Acres Woman's Club and more in Bethel Park

Bethel Park real estate transactions for the week of March 23, 2025

Bethel Park boys volleyball focuses on returning program to prominence

Bethel Park softball looks to improve on .500 season

With roster full of returning starters, Bethel Park baseball sets expectations high

Lenten fish fries in Bethel Park

Bethel Park man honored by Big Brothers Big Sisters

Fiscal responsibility, managing growth priorities to Collier commissioner candidates

Global traditions take center stage at the Carnegie Carnegie

Meet the candidates for Chartiers Valley School Board

Carlynton School board candidates key in on communication, transparency, finances

In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of April 21, 2025 and beyond

Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of April 20, 2025

Proposed Carnegie Elementary renovation reevaluated

Collier boy could be part of golf’s next generation

Infrastructure improvements for electrical service on tap in Collier

Bridgeville seeks reversal of federal decision for funding for McLaughlin Run flood project

5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 11-13

Proposed Chartiers Valley budget shows no tax increase; transportation, academics discussed

Peters Township breaks the ice with 3-run homer in win over Chartiers Valley

Carnegie candy store gets big break in area Market Districts

Chartiers Valley Vietnam Symposium gives students real look at history

Trib HSSN girls basketball player of the week for March 31, 2025 

South Fayette dethrones 4-time champs to win program's 1st state title

South Fayette set to face juggernaut Archbishop Wood for PIAA title

'Celebrate CV' brings together students, staff and community

Fox Chapel softball making in-season strides

Fox Chapel boys lacrosse starting to add offensive punch to solid defense

Sharpsburg water tower springs leak; resident water service reportedly not impacted

In brief: Gardenfest, Chalk the Wall and more happening in Fox Chapel area

Pittsburgh local music spotlight: Woodland Creatures

Aspinwall Council Democratic candidate race has 5 people seeking party nods for 4 seats

'May the 4th' art show at Sharpsburg's Ketchup City Creative inspired by 'Star Wars'

Aspinwall area real estate transactions for the week of April 27, 2025

Fox Chapel Area High School senior earns Girl Scout Gold Award

'Everything' is on the table to close $4.2 million shortfall in Fox Chapel Area School District budget

Free garden containers aimed at providing access to fresh food in Sharpsburg

In brief: Spin for Charity, paving approved and more in Fox Chapel area

Chalk the Wall meant to promote creativity, community spirit

Fox Chapel Area School District student achievements for the week of April 22, 2025

Fox Chapel Area School District's community safety event set in Aspinwall

Aspinwall police investigating vandalism of Little Free Library

Blawnox family preparing to provide recycling service to borough residents

Blawnox to create time capsule as part of centennial celebration

Aspinwall area real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Hampton students, community preparing for annual Talbot Thon benefiting pediatric cancer research

McCandless Township Sanitary Authority celebrates Earth Day, upgrades to Pine Creek treatment facility

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

4 seek reelection to Hampton School Board; 1 challenger vying for seat

New owner of McCandless Floral hopes to keep business blooming for another 50 years

Knoch teacher accused of striking autistic student

'Seldom Seen' guided tour returns to Hartwood Acres Mansion

In brief: Happenings in the Hampton area

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 13, 2025

Hampton junior McKenna Restori on fast track to hurdles success

Hampton welcomes new girls soccer coach

Emergency fund drive helping to resettle refugees as 90-day federal review nears end

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 6, 2025

Pa.'s 1st Crispy Cones, featured on 'Shark Tank,' set to open with free treats for first responders 

Expert: Social Security not meant to be one's only retirement income, but often becomes that

Hampton bringing teen edition of Broadway's 'Hadestown' to high school stage

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of March 30, 2025

Just a Short Run cancer fundraiser to restrict roads in North Park

More than 200 students gather for anti-hate summit at Acrisure Stadium

Free garden containers aimed at providing access to fresh food in Sharpsburg

Police pursuit of vehicle stolen from Butler County ends with crash in Shaler 

Shaler Area School District to demonstrate new weapons detection system

Pine-Richland puts pressure on Shaler, wins opener of key section series

Bria Bosiljevac gets plenty of run support as Shaler rolls past Plum

Millvale Community Library asking patrons to participate in expansion plans

Etna, Reserve consider combining police forces

Submissions sought for coloring book to celebrate Shaler's 125th anniversary

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Board hopefuls vying for seats in all 3 regions of Shaler Area School District

New owner of McCandless Floral hopes to keep business blooming for another 50 years

Shaler Area middle, high schools to get metal detectors after student found with gun on bus

Shaler Area proposes maximum property tax increase to maintain programs, services

Shaler awards $1.3M road paving contract

$4.2M contract awarded for community center that will house Etna's new library

$50K infusion to boost technology, provide training in Reserve

In brief: Happenings in the Shaler Journal area

Special programs set at Millvale Community Library and Shaler North Hills Library

Data-driven approach helps Shaler track and field athletes improve

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 28, 2025

Flowers are a common theme for artist featured at Monroeville library

Monroeville mayor's seat, 4 council seats open in upcoming election

Monroeville area: Gateway seeking sponsorships, cheer camp, car show, more

Gateway students decorate, distribute bags for Earth Day project

3rd person pleads guilty in Monroeville rental-car scam

Tax hike expected for Gateway School District property owners

Gateway's Austin Lockhart chasing school record, WPIAL success in triple jump

Behind WPIAL singles champion Adam Memije, Gateway tennis seeking more hardware

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Parkway East bridge replacement will close part of Old William Penn Highway in Monroeville

Pitcairn man accused of robbing Monroeville Burger King faces weapons charges

Monroeville students raise money for autism

Monroeville area: Car show, Symphony East, school board candidate forum, more

Monroeville approves voluntary rehab facility over citizen objections

Spectrum Charter School students showcase their talents during Autism Awareness Month

Monroeville Rotary hosts cafe founder, Big Brothers Big Sisters coordinator

Ohio man pleads guilty to trafficking sex workers in Monroeville

Former WPIAL executive director Larry Hanley dies

Addison Ayres to stick with Franklin Regional soccer teammates for senior year

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 28, 2025

Murrysville area: Used book sale, summer concerts in Export, and more

Franklin Regional Thespian Club prepares for 'Little Women' production

No. 2 Franklin Regional softball overcomes sluggish start, finishes sweep of Latrobe

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Franklin Regional grad Jake Williams shines in final season at Yale

Franklin Regional notebook: Panthers standouts make college decisions

Franklin Regional sophomore ties school's high jump record, aims higher

Murrysville camera company livestreams nearby fox den 

Murrysville area: National Day of Prayer, craft workshops and more

Murrysville teen, lymphoma survivor raises more than $40,000 for cancer research

Clutch plays help Latrobe hold off Franklin Regional in Section 1-5A baseball showdown

Franklin Regional blows past 2024's fundraising total in second Mini-THON

Penn-Trafford softball cools off Franklin Regional in 1st-place showdown

Export set to pay off flood-control project that helped dry out the borough

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 13, 2025

Franklin Regional's loaded lineup producing in early-season wins

Murrysville area: Craft workshops, FR health fair, church tag sale and more

Longvue Acres Garden Club celebrates 75 years with planting of 75 trees in North Park

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 28, 2025

Ross approves reopening of Short Line Hollow trail

Ross pursues adding sharpshooters to archers to control deer population

McCandless Township Sanitary Authority celebrates Earth Day, upgrades to Pine Creek treatment facility

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Valley Ambulance Authority working with AHN physicians while on calls after dropping Heritage Valley

8 candidates, including 4 incumbents, seek nominations to North Hills School Board

Democrats Kettering, Warden-Rodgers vie for nomination as Ross 6th Ward commissioner

Richland resident and her Alaskan malamute, Brio, enjoy rounds on dog show circuit

New owner of McCandless Floral hopes to keep business blooming for another 50 years

Nightly lane closures for milling, paving scheduled for McKnight Road

McKnight Road traffic crossover, Babcock Boulevard ramp closure planned in Ross

Gas line replacement to restrict traffic on Route 19 in West View

Gas line work to restrict traffic for 2 weeks on Rochester Road in Ross

In brief: Happenings in the North Hills area

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 13, 2025

Offensive pop fueling strong start for North Hills softball

Rebuilding North Hills baseball learning how to win again

Norwin notebook: Knights track and field athletes shine at Butler Invitational

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 28, 2025

Dancin' In The Streets

Hempfield gets revenge against Norwin

Norwin area: Plant sale, bus trip and art classes

Norwin's $25M stadium renovation project panned by critics

Seneca Valley's Lexie Hames nearly untouchable in shutout vs. Norwin

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Norwin notebook: Track and field teams sweep at Tri-State Coaches meet

$1.2M project will replace asbestos-infused cement water pipe in North Huntingdon

Lawmakers seek insight at North Huntingdon business on boosting support for moms, babies

Westmoreland finalizes plans for May primary, mail-in ballots will begin next week

Divided Norwin board OKs $25 million stadium project

8 more teams leave Western Pa. Youth Football League

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 13, 2025

Norwin notebook: Knights earn key section win over Hempfield

At $24.5 million, Norwin stadium project bids come in lower than expected

Norwin grads JC Govannucci, Tyler Hussey help Thiel men clinch inaugural PAC regular-season volleyball title

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 6, 2025

Verona police searching for burglary suspects

Democratic lawmakers to brief residents on local impact of proposed 2025-26 state budget

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 28, 2025

Penn Hills Peace Coalition mobilizes toward reducing violence in the area

3 candidates vying for 2 Democratic seats on Penn Hills Council

Penn Hills School Board has 9 candidates seeking party nods to run for 4 seats

In brief: Penn Hills and Verona area happenings, week for April 21, 2025

Here are some upcoming programs at Penn Hills Library

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Transfer portal roundup: South Florida guard commits to Duquesne

Penn Hills flag football picking up wins, 'proving people wrong'

Penn Hills boys volleyball looks to build momentum after streak-snapping win

Transfer portal roundup: Penn Hills grad Daemar Kelly headed to Northern Illinois

Portion of Hulton Road in Penn Hills down to 1 lane because of washout

2 men plead guilty in fatal Penn Hills shooting

Penn Hills School District offers students new 'interest-driven' path called PHorge Academy

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 13, 2025

Crescent Hills Civic Association celebrates 90 years of service, community outreach

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 6, 2025

Thrower Logan Kerstetter, runner Jake McGhee win county titles for Penn-Trafford

Defending WPIAL champion Penn-Trafford 'starting to jell' as postseason nears

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 28, 2025

Penn Middle students bring cult classic film turned musical 'Mean Girls Jr.' to stage

Fresh off winning Wildcat Invitational, Penn-Trafford boys qualify for WPIAL team playoffs

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Penn-Trafford baseball uses extra-base hits to sink Hempfield in nonsection matchup

Community comes together to pay for new $255K playground at Trafford Elementary

Penn-Trafford softball cools off Franklin Regional in 1st-place showdown

Penn-Trafford notebook: P-T grad Dylan Grabowski stars for Patrick & Henry

Penn-Trafford boys lacrosse showing improvement amid 5-game winning streak

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 13, 2025

Penn Township to vote on hiring recreation director in place of volunteer board

Penn-Trafford student raises more than $18K for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Penn-Trafford junior named 'High School Sports Journalist of the Year' during Point Park's Myron Cope Awards

Contagious hitting sends Penn-Trafford past Latrobe

Driver run over by own garbage truck sues Penn Township, property owner for negligence

Plum plays 'clean' game, rides big 4th inning past Penn-Trafford

Penn Township resident seeks volunteers to create county database of veteran graves

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 28, 2025

Live like Batman and Robin at this 'castle estate' on market for nearly $4M in Pine 

Pine-Richland puts pressure on Shaler, wins opener of key section series

McCandless Township Sanitary Authority celebrates Earth Day, upgrades to Pine Creek treatment facility

Pine-Richland hires former college assistant, top WPIAL scorer as boys basketball coach

Pine-Richland School Board majority, administration differ on increasing property taxes

North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Pine celebrates Easter season with egg hunt, bunny visit

Richland awards contracts for paving, sealing of more than a dozen township roads

Trib HSSN softball team of the week for April 17, 2025 

Richland updates Right-to-Know policy, which now denies anonymous requests

Richland recognized as banner community for 12th year

Richland resident and her Alaskan malamute, Brio, enjoy rounds on dog show circuit

New owner of McCandless Floral hopes to keep business blooming for another 50 years

Residents of 2 Pine-Richland regions to see contested primaries for school board

Part I: Richland History Group explores Massey Harbison's incredulous May 1792 abduction by Native Americans

Pine seeks volunteers to help with planting of trees in 3 community parks

In brief: Happenings in the Pine Creek Journal area

Pine-Richland softball focuses on fundamentals, hangs tough in challenging section

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 28, 2025

Plum native Justin Patton part of co-main event for Brawl in the Burgh 28

Plum School Board moves forward on proposed budget with 2.26% tax hike

Bria Bosiljevac gets plenty of run support as Shaler rolls past Plum

Plum youth baseball and softball teams kick off season with 1st games

In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of April 21, 2025

Trib HSSN baseball player of the week for April 20, 2025 

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Our Lady of Joy in Plum hosts weekly fish fry during Lent in renovated hall

Major building projects at Plum schools proceed as initial designs emerge

Plum School Board appoints new member after 9 rounds of voting

Plum approves ordinance to restrict parking around Oakmont Country Club during U.S. Open

Holiday Park students raise trout for release in May

In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of April 14, 2025

Eastern Pittsburgh suburban real estate transactions for the week of April 13, 2025

Plum notebook: Mustangs secure key section wins over Armstrong, Penn-Trafford

Senior quartet helps Plum flag football team score early-season wins

Plum to host 8th annual borough cleanup day

Plum plays 'clean' game, rides big 4th inning past Penn-Trafford

In brief: Broad Street planting, free mental health education, more in the Sewickley area

Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley's Mimi Thiero earns all-state recognition

Academics, athletics draw Sewickley Academy's Katherine Varghese to Sarah Lawrence

Powerful lineup boosts Sewickley Academy softball to top tier of section standings

New doubles combination advances to WPIALs for Quaker Valley

2-sport Quaker Valley standout honored for work in classroom too

Quaker Valley joins girls flag football revolution

Eden Christian baseball locked in tight battle for section supremacy

Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of April 27, 2025

The Lindsay Theater to screen motorcycle subculture documentary 'The Pillion' 

Leetsdale boat launch plans redesigned after Allegheny County response

Sunday school, pancake breakfast and more at Sewickley area houses of worship

Quaker Valley School District officials hire construction manager

Quaker Valley School District proposed 2025-26 budget includes 3.9% property tax hike

In brief: Fern Hollow Nature Center programs, farmers market and more in Sewickley area

Making a difference: Sewickley resident delivers food and her time to help the community

Fisher's Files: Quaker Valley coach says Adou Thiero 'deserving' of NBA opportunity

Top Sewickley Academy, Quaker Valley players look forward to team tennis playoffs

First-year coach helping young Quaker Valley softball players develop through fundamentals

5 contenders vying for 4 spots on Baldwin-Whitehall School Board

Maddox Shaw, Bode Marlow leave championships legacy with Thomas Jefferson wrestling

South Hills sports notebook: Baldwin's Ramil Islamov celebrated after setting school record

Baldwin softball off to strong start by getting '1% better each day'

South Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 20, 2025

Baldwin pool remains closed for 2nd year

Baldwin-Whitehall proposes bus-driving program for students

Trib HSSN baseball player of the week for April 6, 2025 

Baldwin baseball coach faces suspension after WPIAL board says team violated PIAA rule

Seton LaSalle's Khalil Taylor commits to Penn State

Mystery deepens over ex-UPMC doc accused in Hawaii attack on wife

Whitehall’s improved Overlook Park ready for visitors

South Hills student news for the week of March 25, 2025

In brief: Fish fries, senior softball and more in the South Hills

Experienced lineup returns for Thomas Jefferson boys volleyball

Genevieve Cody, Thomas Jefferson swimmers collect medals during memorable postseason

'Heartbeat' of Thomas Jefferson defense wins Breisinger Award for character, courage

South Hills real estate transactions for the week of March 23, 2025

South Hills nonprofit seeks to recycle, reuse old yard signs