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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
Edgeworth manager, North Hampton fire chief charged in DUI crash
The Edgeworth Borough manager was charged with driving under the influence and reckless driving after a crash earlier this month. John Schwend, who is also fire chief of the North Hampton fire department, was the driver in a crash that happened around 2 a.m. Dec. 15 in Gibsonia, according to...
Warby Parker to open at Ross Park Mall
Warby Parker, a business that provides prescription eyewear, is opening a store Saturday at Ross Park Mall. The first Pittsburgh-area Warby Parker location opened in East Liberty two years ago. The new location offers eye exams and contact lens fittings by appointment and accepts most insurance. “Inside you’ll find design...
North Hills superintendent hosting morning coffee to gather input from community
Residents of the North Hills School District who want to learn more about how the district operates from the person in charge are invited to meet informally with Superintendent Pat Mannarino over breakfast. The gathering dubbed “A Second Cup of Coffee” is schedule from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Jan. 29...
Strong job, real estate markets allow McCandless to keep tax rate unchanged for 2020
McCandless has approved a budget for 2020 that keeps property taxes at their current rate. Strong anticipated revenue next year from wage, business and real-estate transfer taxes will allow McCandless to fund its operation without the need to raise more revenue from taxes. The nearly $17.4 million general fund budget...
Even with steep property tax hike, Bradford Woods has one of the lowest rates in Allegheny County
Bradford Woods has raised property taxes for the first time in five years to help pay for anticipated increases in the cost of road repairs, police protection and legal fees. But even with the 35.9% hike, borough officials say the tax rate will remain one of the lowest in Allegheny...
Deadline nearing to donate to Franklin Park ‘Presents from Police’ for kids at Children’s Hospital
Monday Dec. 16 is the deadline for Franklin Park residents to donate gifts to the Presents from Police program for kids receiving care at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. New, unwrapped gifts can be dropped off at the following locations: • Franklin Park Borough Building (Monday only) • Ingomar United...
The Week: North Hills – Dec. 8-14, 2019 
Here are some of the recent Tribune-Review news and features from the North Hills. For more details on these and other stories, follow the links below or see Triblive.com. • Allegheny Health Network cuts the ribbon on new neighborhood ‘mini’ hospital in McCandless • Ross OKs 2020 budget with same...
Brackenridge’s Vibo’s Bakery hopes to make some dough at pop-up market
Dino “Vibo” Lopreiato will wake at 4 a.m. Saturday and start baking bread. His 86-year-old father, Giuseppe, will have been in the kitchen for an hour or longer already, kneading dough and preheating the ovens. They will be prepping for the day ahead. The elder Lopreiato will bake items to...
Ross OKs 2020 budget with same tax rate for 5th consecutive year
Ross Township has approved a budget for 2020 that keeps property taxes at the same rate for the fifth consecutive year while earmarking significant spending for road repairs, park improvements, stormwater control and public safety. The nearly $23.44 million general fund budget allocates more than $1.52 million for road improvement...
Block Northway hosting Pittsburgh artist who creates pieces for Disney in Asia
A Pittsburgh artist who has produced original pieces for Disney’s Gallery and theme parks in Asia since 2016 will be at The Block Northway on Saturday. Dave Nestler, one of the most recognized names in modern pinup art, will be selling original Disney art and limited edition prints at the...
North Hills Middle School teacher named Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year
A North Hills School District teacher has been named the 2020 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year, state Education Secretary Pedro A. Rivera announced Monday. Joseph Welch, who teaches American history at North Hills Middle School, was one of 12 finalists nominated for the honor. “Thank you for making every day...
North Hills teacher named 2020 Educator of the Year
Joe Welch, a North Hills Middle School teacher, was named Pennsylvania’s 2020 Educator of the Year. Welch, who teaches American History at North Hills Middle School, was one of 12 Teacher of the Year finalists. Nominations for the Teacher of the Year were submitted by students, parents, peers, and members...
North Hills student earns Girl Scout award for improving conditions for shelter cats
A North Hills High School freshman has earned one of the top honors in Girl Scouting for her leadership project to address cat overpopulation at a local animal rescue shelter. Veronica Sciulli’s goal for her Silver Award project was to improve the conditions for sheltered cats while they awaited adoption....
Victim of fatal wreck near Holy Trinity church in McCandless identified
The Allegheny County Medical Examiner has identified the man who died in an SUV that crashed near the parking lot o a McCandless church on Wednesday, according to authorities. Thomas James Reardon, 61, was found dead in the vehicle near Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in the 900 block of...
Bradford Woods getting conservation grant to improve storm water system along Willow Road
Bradford Woods is one of four communities that will receive grants totalling nearly $204,000 from the Allegheny County Conservation District to reduce erosion caused by storm water. The borough is getting a $12,965 grant to continue working on a project along Willow Road to address storm water runoff that flows...
Cemetery Road in Ross down to single lane for paving
A heavily traveled road that links motorists in Ross Township to the Parkway North will be reduced to a single on Wednesday and Thursday for repairs, according to township officials. Allegheny County Public Works will be milling and paving along Cemetery Lane on Dec. 4 and 5 between 7 a.m....
Strong revenue projections for 2020 allow McCandless to keep tax rate unchanged
Strong anticipated revenue next year from wage, business and real-estate transfer taxes will allow McCandless to keep its already low property-tax rate unchanged. The nearly $17.4 million general fund budget for 2020 is about $1.4 million lower than this year’s spending plan because anticipated money from grants — and line...
Cranberry fire department offering free smoke detectors to senior citizens
Residents in Cranberry Township who are 65 or older can get free smoke detectors next week from the volunteer fire department. The battery-operated smoke detectors will be distributed from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 9-11 at the municipal building located at 2525 Rochester Road. The devices will be handed...
McCandless police collecting toys, blankets, food for needy during holiday season
The McCandless Police Department is partnering with North Hills Community Outreach to collect items for the needy during the holiday season. The following items are being collected at the police station along Grubbs Road in McCandless: • Fleece Blankets • Non-perishable food items • Board games • Gift cards to...
McCandless hosting Holiday Heritage event featuring music, stories for kids
McCandless is hosting an afternoon event on Dec. 14 to help residents get into the holiday spirit. The Holiday Heritage event at the McCandless/Northern Allegheny County Heritage Center runs from 2 to 3:30 p.m. and will feature a variety of seasonal hits and carols performed by Toby Cordek, Amy Steele,...
Vintage cameras see new light as lamps at Rosie’s Workshop in Ross Park Mall 
Vintage cameras are seeing new light inside Rosie’s Workshop at Ross Park Mall. Owners Jen and Blair Koss find old cameras and turn them into functional pieces of art that can light up a room with the flip of a switch. The couple buys cameras and other materials and manufactures...
Inexperienced North Hills boys roster turns to speed, tenacity to compete
The North Hills boys basketball team will lean on its up-tempo style of play to overcome a lack of size and experience. The Indians, who went 6-16 overall and 1-9 in Section 1-6A last season, will feature two seniors and four sophomores in their starting lineup this season. Senior Logan...
Ross budget includes spending for parks, road repairs, police body cameras
Ross Township commissioners are considering a budget for 2020 that keeps the property tax rate unchanged while earmarking significant spending for road repairs, park improvements, stormwater control and public safety. The nearly $40.38 million spending plan, which includes a $23.44 million general fund budget to cover most operating expenses, allocates...
Work to replace Jacks Run Bridge in Ross completed, road reopens
A section of Jacks Run Road in Ross Township that has been closed since late June for work has reopened, the Allegheny County Department of Public Works announced. The road was closed north of Balsam Street June 24 to replace the structurally deficient Jacks Run Bridge No. 4. Jacks Run...
Obituaries aren’t what they used to be
Just about everybody has read an obituary or two in their lives. They’re generally filled with flowery terms such as “loving husband,” “devoted mother” or “pillar of the community.” But have you come across the occasional obituary that is brutally honest? With increasing frequency, there are more and more authors...


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