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Going out green: Natural burials offer a time-tested alternative to the modern funeral

'She is evil personified': Victims' families face killer nurse Heather Pressdee in court

Nippon Steel delays closing of acquisition of U.S. Steel until late this year after U.S. DOJ request

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Where is the last Ponderosa Steakhouse in Pennsylvania?

Morning Roundup: 1 injured in crash in Baldwin Borough

West Virginia GOP County Commissioners removed from office after arrest for skipping meetings

Western Pa. United Methodist churches react to denomination's revised LGBTQ policies

From the Newsroom: Ponderosa's last frontier in Pennsylvania

Morning Roundup: 1 injured after shooting in Penn Hills

Accused killer nurse Heather Pressdee expected to plead guilty Thursday

Look up! Weekend peak of Eta Aquarid meteor shower expected

Bill co-sponsored by Rep. Summer Lee to improve plugging abandoned gas wells passes U.S. House

4 suspects in burglary at Mercer County gun shop nabbed by police on Mt. Washington

Pittsburgh to fall short of record-high temperature Monday but could be on track for wettest April

Morning Roundup: 2 men surrender in Washington County shooting

Western Pa. hospitals juggle worsening medication shortages

9 area men were killed in rarely discussed Exercise Tiger drill for D-Day invasion

'One of the lucky ones': A change in how transplant recipients are evaluated is changing the lives for many Black patients

In brief: Bethel Park happenings, week of April 22, 2024

Bethel Park real estate transactions, week of April 21, 2024

Bethel Park's Artemis Conaboy picks up where she left off last season

Bethel Park's Ryan Petras, Eddie Cebula make early season impact

Bethel Park's Justin Meis aims to keep climbing Pirates farm system ladder

'Apis' tells environmental story with a cast of mostly puppets

Bethel Park music students selected for state festival

Metal collection at Bethel Park’s Washington Elementary nets more than 2 tons

In another tight game, Bethel Park gets past Peters Township to split series

Children’s book author sparks Bethel Park students’ creativity

Upper St. Clair graduate’s cabaret show celebrates friendship with Elizabeth Taylor

Bethel Park recognized for music education

Bethel Park hosts April 27 job fair

Bethel Park teacher earns regional adviser of year

‘I like Ike’: Bethel Park historian details life of 34th president

Trib HSSN baseball player of the week for April 7, 2024 

Leetsdale Easter Egg Hunt draws crowd to borough park

'A gentle soul': Family reflects on year since fatal shooting of Pittsburgh bicyclist

In brief: Bethel Park area happenings, week of March 25, 2024

New playground unveiled at Bridgeville's McLaughlin Run Park

CV Odyssey of the Mind team places 6th at states

Chartiers Valley musicians enjoy experience of playing with Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

Chartiers Valley celebrates an 'International Day' of food

In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of April 22, 2024 and beyond

Behind deep junior class, Chartiers Valley girls lacrosse vies for postseason success

Chartiers Valley's Brendan Hallisey chasing another WPIAL gold medal

Chartiers Valley area real estate transactions, week of April 21, 2024

New Saturday Soirées series transforms the Carnegie Carnegie

Scott, public works employees ink 5-year contract; new officer hired

Heidelberg Raceway featured in book published by Chartiers Valley 2nd graders

Chartiers Valley Primary students put science skills to test at annual Olympiad

Chartiers Valley increases substitute rates in effort to draw more interest

Meetings scheduled for Chartiers Valley superintendent search

Chartiers Valley senior to compete at national business competition

Chartiers Valley counselors present 3-year plan, a 'snapshot of what we do'

Carnegie eyes parks, police technology improvements

Collier Eat'n Park demolished, set to be rebuilt and reopen by end of year

Gregg Avenue steps slated for rehab in Bridgeville

3-sport path leads Fox Chapel senior to college lacrosse

After navigating section grind, Fox Chapel baseball heads into playoffs with experience

Indiana Township lands 2 new police SUVs through state grant

New restaurant incubator Frontier Kitchen opens in Sharpsburg

Fox Chapel Area School Board has an accomplished new member

Fox Chapel, Plum baseball teams meet again with high stakes

5 things to do in Pittsburgh: May 3-5

Sharpsburg Indie Girl Scout recognized as outstanding 'super seller'

Fox Chapel Area School District's community safety event set for May 11 in Aspinwall

Huge turnout for Aspinwall run raises $11,000 for Foxwall, Southern Allegheny emergency responders

Patty Griffin, Micky Dolenz, Paula Cole highlight Allegheny County Summer Concert Series

Birds of prey: Audubon Society presentation highlights Earth Day event in Bradford Woods

New location for 9th annual Spin Your Wheels fundraiser nets more participants, opportunities

Roof of vacant Sharpsburg duplex collapses during fire; no injuries reported

A-K Valley Senior Spotlight: Fox Chapel's Mitchell Epstein

Building the Valley: New concept in vet care, Pets After Dark, founded by Fox Chapel couple

Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of April 28, 2024

Young Fox Chapel softball team finding stride ahead of WPIAL playoffs

Fox Chapel notebook: Track team collects medals at Butler Invitational

Walk-off loss keeps Hampton baseball out of playoffs for 1st time since 2016

Aquinas Academy students go for ‘Phantom Tollbooth’ ride in Hampton

Trib HSSN Softball Player of the Week for April 29, 2024

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 28, 2024

Hampton senior makes quick transition from hardwood to track

Hampton girls flag football thrives in 1st season

Hampton council approves measure to aid North Park expansion

From infants onward, Hampton piano teacher shares joy of music

In brief: Hampton area happenings, week of April 22, 2024

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 21, 2024

Senior center fielder shows pop for first-place Hampton softball team

Hampton basketball readies for rare coaching search

North Park expansion: Hampton poised to help Allegheny Land Trust with acquisitions

Hampton School Board fields requests for facility improvements

Hall of fame basketball coach Joe Lafko steps down at Hampton

In brief: Hampton area happenings, week of April 15, 2024

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 14, 2024

Ex-MLB pitcher David Phelps helps launch Aquinas Academy baseball team

Faced with choice between football, lacrosse at Mount Union, Hampton senior picks both

Shaler Area student news for the week of April 23, 2024

North Hills fights back to win section showdown with nemesis Shaler

Girls flag football catching on at Shaler

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 21, 2024

Police investigate 2 shootings within minutes in Sharpsburg, Etna

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 14, 2024

Basketball coach Rob Niederberger, who lifted Shaler from last place to WPIAL contender, resigns

Brownies learn about judicial system from Sharpsburg-area district judge to earn badge

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 7, 2024

Shaler Area School Board appoints Bryan O'Black as new superintendent

Scam alert issued for Hampton Shaler Water Authority customers

Millvale Library announces Tool Lending Library

New Harmar police cruiser, Penn Hills road work assisted by state grants

North suburban real estate transactions, week of March 31, 2024

Shaler area student achievements for the week of March 26, 2024

In brief: Pancake breakfast, blood drive and more in Shaler area

High expectations return for defending WPIAL boys volleyball champion Shaler

Shaler softball changes focus from power bats to defense, pitching

North suburban real estate transactions, week of March 24, 2024

Monroeville Chick-Fil-A proposes updates to traffic configuration

Gateway school board considers event to mark the opening of new school

Monroeville 17-year-old finishes high school, community college, master's degree in 8 years

Former Ringling Bros. clown will perform 1-man show at New Hazlett Theater

Gateway teacher receives Hunt award

May artist at Monroeville library prefers unconventional pieces

Gateway tennis again finds success in WPIAL doubles tournament

Gateway baseball coach, players remain positive after narrow losses

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 28, 2024

5 things to do in Pittsburgh: April 26-28

East Suburban Sports Medicine Center helped Olympic wrestler Spencer Lee, countless others over 4 decades

Monroeville area: Farmers market, Scottish Heritage Sunday, more

American Legion Honor Guard commander ends run after 27 years of funerals in W.Pa., beyond

Wesley Family Services opens Autism Center for Growth in Monroeville

Behind the Art: Barbara Boyd Carter’s work donated to Monroeville Historical Society

Paper vs. plastic? Gateway 1st graders decorate bags to encourage environmental choice

Plum baseball continues winning ways with shutout of Gateway

Monroeville car cruise benefits new charity each month

Gateway grads Julius Rivera, Jae'Len Means continue running careers as professionals

Franklin Regional goes down the rabbit-hole with 'Alice in Wonderland'

Mother of Sorrows School in Murrysville names new principal

Video shows car speed through intersection during police pursuit of Pittsburgh man on Route 22 

Franklin Regional softball gets locked in late in season

Murrysville area: Duff Park hike, quilt class, and more

Franklin Regional multimedia student win 5 awards at Robert Morris Digital Media Arts Consortium 

TV Talk: ‘Dance Moms: The Reunion’ offers closure for stars who share ‘trauma bond’ 

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 28, 2024

Truck driver injured in crash into Murrysville collision center

East Suburban Sports Medicine Center helped Olympic wrestler Spencer Lee, countless others over 4 decades

Western Pennsylvania bookstores celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday

Franklin Regional fends off Latrobe in section slugfest

Murrysville homeowners' association wants dredged sediment cleared away

Franklin Regional approves summer artificial intelligence program

Franklin Regional grad Jake Williams lends veteran presence, skill to young Yale baseball team

Penn-Trafford holds on for tight victory over Franklin Regional

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 21, 2024

Franklin Regional's Spencer Lee makes U.S. Olympic wrestling team

Podcast: Franklin Regional stabbings: 10 years later with reporters Renatta Signorini and Megan Swift

‘Gold standard’: Ambulance services based in McCandless, Ross earn national accreditation

The Chadwick wedding venue has been sold

Morning Roundup: 1 injured after shooting in Penn Hills

Eden Christian Academy hosts 1st Community Day on Ohio Township campus

North Hills clinches share of section title, sets up high-stakes rematch with West Allegheny

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 28, 2024

North Hills fights back to win section showdown with nemesis Shaler

In brief: Ross, West View area happenings, week of April 22, 2024

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 21, 2024

North Hills sophomore thrives on both ends of battery

As North Hills lacrosse star's confidence grows, so does her goal total

5 things to do in Pittsburgh: April 19-21

Spring book sale scheduled at Northland Public Library in McCandless

Ross police implement OD prevention program

‘I know you’ve got my back’: Ross business owner focuses on quality of life

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 14, 2024

Exceptional Citizens Expo offers ‘very inclusive’ experience in Ross

What to watch for in WPIAL sports for April 9, 2024: North Hills looks to stay atop tough, balanced section

‘Right in front of this church’: Richland group hosts historian’s talk on ‘Mrs. Soffel’ jailbreak, escape

'A lot more than usual': 11 sets of twins in Norwin's class of 2024

Norwin baseball team rides up-and-down regular season into playoffs

Hempfield wins sloppy game vs. Norwin with walk-off single

Norwin area: Elks donates to Autism Society; AARP to host card party and more

Investigation launched over allegations of missing funds from North Huntingdon AG Office

Dancin' In The Streets

North Huntington police say Duquesne man tried to sell 970 stamp bags of heroin/fentanyl

After unfulfilling year at Tennessee, Norwin grad Jake Kendro finds his groove with Pitt baseball

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 28, 2024

Norwin Senior Citizens Dinner provides service opportunity for students

Norwin notebook: Trainer honored for life-saving efforts

Norwin completes much-needed sweep of Central Catholic

North Huntingdon man pleads guilty to making and sharing child porn

East Suburban Sports Medicine Center helped Olympic wrestler Spencer Lee, countless others over 4 decades

PennDOT seeks input on Route 30 upgrade

Norwin area: Drug takeback program slated; library to hold local author book fair and more

Some say it's time for the Norwin stadium project, others ask if district can afford possible $15M cost

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 21, 2024

It's personal for many: UPG Relay For Life raises $7K in battle against cancer

Mother of Sorrows School in Murrysville names new principal

Morning Roundup: 1 injured after shooting in Penn Hills

Penn Hills man convicted of drug, firearms crimes by federal jury faces up to 40 years in prison

In brief: Penn Hills and Verona area happenings, week of April 29, 2024

Penn Hills High School coding team wins top prize of $10,000 at annual competition

TV Talk: ‘Dance Moms: The Reunion’ offers closure for stars who share ‘trauma bond’ 

Penn Hills baseball looking to string hits together

Penn Hills junior finds unexpected success in long jump

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 28, 2024

Former Penn Hills, Penn State CB/returner Daequan Hardy goes to Bills in 6th round

Penn Hills School District to trial run monitors on buses to keep elementary students in line

Penn Hills School District takes first steps to revamp district security, develop police staff

Penn Hills approves 5-year contract with Krise Transportation

East Suburban Sports Medicine Center helped Olympic wrestler Spencer Lee, countless others over 4 decades

American Legion Honor Guard commander ends run after 27 years of funerals in W.Pa., beyond

Environmental groups partner for tree giveaway in Penn Hills

Penn Hills to celebrate Arbor Day with tree plantings in Universal Park, seedling giveaways

Playoff picture looking good for Fox Chapel after win over Penn Hills

Pittsburgh man dies in Parkway East crash

Penn-Trafford notebook: Patton Graziano, MacKenzie Keenan named Scholar-Athlete Award nominees

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 28, 2024

9 area men were killed in rarely discussed Exercise Tiger drill for D-Day invasion

East Suburban Sports Medicine Center helped Olympic wrestler Spencer Lee, countless others over 4 decades

Everything clicking for Penn-Trafford baseball on 9-game winning streak

Manor singer-songwriter set to release 1st single from debut album

Monroeville car cruise benefits new charity each month

‘It means everything to me’: Penn-Trafford track athlete raises money for elementary school playground

Penn-Trafford holds on for tight victory over Franklin Regional

Penn-Trafford notebook: Warriors boys track looks to build off Wildcat Invitational win

Penn-Trafford boys lacrosse coming together

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 21, 2024

Armstrong pounds out 14 hits to avenge loss to Penn-Trafford

Lyons Run acid mine drainage project in Murrysville hits home for Blairsville contractor

Late fees, shut-offs returning for Wilkinsburg-Penn Joint Water Authority customers

Penn-Trafford grads direct Penn Middle’s ‘Addams Family,’ cultivate ‘safe space’ for growth

Penn-Trafford notebook: Football hall of fame class announced

After program's 1st playoff berth last year, Penn-Trafford girls lacrosse keeps growing

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 14, 2024

Pine-Richland's Grant Argiro eyes future as college kicker

Pine-Richland celebrates section title with walk-off win over rival North Allegheny

‘Gold standard’: Ambulance services based in McCandless, Ross earn national accreditation

Northern Tier Library hosts kids’ program on ecosystems

Pine-Richland sophomore wins in ‘Hamilton’ competition

Bond rating upgraded for Pine-Richland

Pine offers plenty for inaugural Earth Day celebration

Runway RePurposed: Pine-Richland students turn old into new for Salvation Army fundraiser

Eden Christian Academy hosts 1st Community Day on Ohio Township campus

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 28, 2024

Pine-Richland notebook: Baseball team shows mettle with 5 wins in 5 days

Pine-Richland softball hoping potent offense leads to playoff berth

Pine-Richland High School ups rankings

Order plants for Northern Tier Library sale

Pine-Richland students earn trip to Robotics World Championship

Pine earns Governor’s Award for environmental initiatives

In brief: Pine-Richland area events, week of April 22, 2024

Trib HSSN baseball team of the week for April 21, 2024

North suburban real estate transactions, week of April 21, 2024

Plum's Owen Proskin looks to contend for WPIAL medals in multiple events

Plum Mustang mountain bike team gears up for season of growth, camaraderie

Fox Chapel, Plum baseball teams meet again with high stakes

Sheetz celebrates opening of new store on Plum's Golden Mile Highway

Plum volunteer firefighters begin training sessions at former borough building

In brief: Plum, Oakmont area events, week of April 29, 2024

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 28, 2024

A-K Valley athletes of the week: Plum's Riley Stephans, Kiski Area's Nate Witt

Plum girls lacrosse picks up pace, improves playoff positioning

Advance Leader notebook: Plum boys lacrosse sets program record

Plum firefighters schedule trainings at former borough building ahead of its demolition

Plum equipping school buses with cameras to catch drivers passing illegally

American Legion Honor Guard commander ends run after 27 years of funerals in W.Pa., beyond

Plum baseball continues winning ways with shutout of Gateway

Democrat Pisciottano, Republican Dintini will vie to succeed retiring Sen. Jim Brewster

McAndrew secures Democratic nomination for 32nd District state House seat

Jury returns split verdict in teen's 2021 slaying in Wilkinsburg

Doerfler brothers, Plum alumni, make 2nd donation for alma mater's robotics program

East suburban real estate transactions, week of April 21, 2024

Volunteers help with Fern Hollow Nature Center's spring clean-up

Quaker Valley School District officials approve more soil testing at proposed high school site

Support biomarker Senate Bill

Lawsuit filed by former Leet police chief against the township dismissed

Sewickley Civic Garden Council’s May Mart set to bloom May 11

In brief: Sewickley Civic Garden Council events, Mother's Day tea and more

Sewickley Academy starts rowing team

Quaker Valley track sets sights on WPIAL team championships

Fisher's files: Senior captain sees growth in Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse team

Sewickley Academy doubles teams find success in section, WPIAL tournaments

Sewickley Music Club luncheon set

40th annual Sewickley House Tour features net zero home

Western Pennsylvania bookstores celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday

Quaker Valley School District officials welcome new assistant finance director, commend outgoing administrator

Leetsdale requiring knox boxes at businesses, multi-family facilities

Leetsdale to add ADA spaces at Henle Park, borough building

In brief: Road closure, Sewickley Men's Club and more in Quaker Valley

Sewickley Academy track team collecting medals

Momentum keeps building for Quaker Valley girls track team

From cassette tapes to vinyl records, physical media is trending in Pittsburgh

Patty Griffin, Micky Dolenz, Paula Cole highlight Allegheny County Summer Concert Series

Thomas Jefferson bounces back from 1st loss with big win over West Mifflin

South Hills student achievements for the week of April 23, 2024

In brief: Bingo benefit, comprehensive plan update and more in the South Hills

Fisher's Files: Baldwin track coach Ed Helbig surprised by hall of fame honor

Daysaun Spencer, Meghan Schruben display athleticism for Brentwood track and field

After strong start in Myrtle Beach, Thomas Jefferson baseball keeps rolling

South Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 21, 2024

Small fire reported at Kennywood

'Apis' tells environmental story with a cast of mostly puppets

Fiercely competitive Central Catholic grad Neal Shipley makes cut in Masters debut

Lawsuit accuses SWAT team of fatally shooting mentally ill Upper St. Clair man in back

Community bands converge on Murrysville for free annual festival

Religion argument led man to drive into friend outside South Hills bar, police say

South Hills student achievements for the week of March 26, 2024

In brief: Eclipse family night, used book sale and more in the South Hills

Maddox Shaw's PIAA title highlights decorated season for Jaguars

Vinnie Heller earns Thomas Jefferson's prestigious Breisinger Award