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West Jefferson Hills’ preliminary budget reflects real estate tax increase
West Jefferson Hills School District’s 2025-26 preliminary budget, as presented at the school board’s May 13 work session, reflects a real estate tax increase of 1.255 mills. A vote on the $70.327 million spending plan is scheduled for the evening of May 21. With the higher tax rate, the owner...
Trib HSSN softball player of the week for May 11, 2025 
Trib HSSN softball player of the week: Gianna Ferrieri School: Seton LaSalle Class: Senior Position: First base, pitcher #Earned: Ferrieri often admits people mispronounce her last name. It is pronounced Fer-rare-ee, but people often call her Ferrari, like the car. Although it might be understandable because her play this past...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 2-4
As of this writing, power is still out for a number of people in Allegheny County. If you are one of those unlucky households and you don’t feel like running a marathon this weekend, here are some other things you can do to get out of the house. ‘Star Wars’...
1930 by Atria’s opens in Mt. Lebanon
On a warm, sunny Monday, Atria’s in Mt. Lebanon reopened. The rebranded restaurant— 1930 by Atria’s — had been closed since Dec. 31 for renovations of the well-known establishment on Beverly Road. “We felt like the original location needed a remodel while still preserving the history of the building and...
Several South Hills races uncontested
A number of municipal and school board races in the South Hills are uncontested for the May 20 primary election, according to the Allegheny County Office of Elections unofficial candidate list. Baldwin Borough The mayoral race in Baldwin Borough only has current Mayor David Depretis, a Democrat, on the ballot....
Baldwin softball off to strong start by getting ‘1% better each day’
The Baldwin softball team has displayed steady growth in each of coach Ron Santillo’s first three years at the helm. “The credit all goes to the girls and the hard work they put in over the last three years,” Santillo said. “They really push one another in the offseason. “The...
Baldwin pool remains closed for 2nd year
Baldwin Borough’s municipal pool will be closed again for 2025. Improvements to the half-century-old aquatic facility were planned for last year. But on two occasions in 2024, bids for the project came in at roughly double the amount budgeted, according to information provided by borough manager Robert Firek. Construction was...
Baldwin-Whitehall proposes bus-driving program for students
For the wheels on the bus to go ’round and ’round, someone needs to start the engine and steer. To the misfortune of school districts across the country, people willing to step up to the task are becoming fewer and further between, causing superintendents — including Baldwin-Whitehall’s Randal Lutz —...
Trib HSSN baseball player of the week for April 6, 2025 
Trib HSSN baseball player of the week – Eli Graff School – Thomas Jefferson Class – Sophomore Position – First base, outfielder #Earned – Thomas Jefferson started the week sitting at 2-2 as it began its Section 4-5A schedule with back-to-back games against Baldwin. On Tuesday, Eli Graff was 2...
Baldwin baseball coach faces suspension after WPIAL board says team violated PIAA rule
Baldwin must suspend its baseball coach three games for violating a PIAA rule about open gyms or the team won’t be eligible for the playoffs this season, the WPIAL announced Monday. The WPIAL held a hearing last week where first-year Baldwin baseball coach Scott Wolf said he inadvertently violated the...
Seton LaSalle’s Khalil Taylor commits to Penn State
Khalil Taylor, one of the top-ranked sophomores in Pennsylvania, plans to continue his football career at Penn State. The Seton LaSalle wide receiver made a verbal commitment to the Nittany Lions on Saturday afternoon, announcing his plans on X after making an unofficial visit this week. 1000% committed ⚪️????! #WEARE????...
Mystery deepens over ex-UPMC doc accused in Hawaii attack on wife
Gerhardt Konig smiled in the Oct. 5, 2018, Facebook photo as his new bride leaned into his side, holding a bouquet against her white dress. The photogenic couple stood under a garden arbor adorned with white flowers. “Best. Day. Ever.” Konig wrote. On Wednesday, some 6½ years later, authorities in Hawaii...
Whitehall’s improved Overlook Park ready for visitors
Once it was, to quote Whitehall’s Neighborhood Parks Master Plan, the “worst-looking park” in the borough. Following a facelift that saw Overlook Park closed for most of 2024, Borough Manager Courtney Wertz can provide this description: “It turned out beautifully.” With new playground equipment stationed atop the safety of a...
South Hills student news for the week of March 25, 2025
During last month’s winter coat drive, R.A. Lutz Elementary fourth grader Nicholas Marino found a special way to celebrate his mom’s 50th birthday. “He wanted to buy me a gift, and I told him the greatest gift of all is an act of kindness,” his mother shared. Taking that to...
In brief: Fish fries, senior softball and more in the South Hills
Fish fries St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin, 5200 Greenbridge Drive, Whitehall, is holding fish fries from 4-7 p.m. March 28, April 4 and 11. St. Valentine, 2710 Ohio St., Bethel Park, is holding fish fries from 4:30-7 p.m. March 28, April 4 and 11. Menus and more information for...
Experienced lineup returns for Thomas Jefferson boys volleyball
The Thomas Jefferson boys volleyball team has eight starters back this season. Considering there are a half-dozen positions on a court, the Jaguars will be in over-haul motion during their matches. Returning players consist of OH/MH Braeden Artman, OH/MH Aiden Dushack, S/RS Brayden Concannon, OH Cole McNeil, libero Jaiden Wadlow,...
Genevieve Cody, Thomas Jefferson swimmers collect medals during memorable postseason
Thomas Jefferson senior Genevieve Cody is a talented high school swimmer. And she’s a coach’s dream. “Genevieve is great,” TJ coach Steve Larkin said. “She works hard in the pool, in the weight room and in the classroom. She does everything she’s asked to do. She rests appropriately, eats appropriately,...
‘Heartbeat’ of Thomas Jefferson defense wins Breisinger Award for character, courage
He led the Thomas Jefferson football team in tackles for three years. Considering the magnitude of the Jaguars football program, it was a magnificent accomplishment. But TJ senior Matt Martinis received as much if not more satisfaction in landing the prestigious Breisinger Award following the 2024 season. Martinis, a 5-foot-10,...
South Hills nonprofit seeks to recycle, reuse old yard signs
Yard signs are great until they’re not needed anymore. And with most pegged to a particular date, their usefulness is often limited. And whether they’re to advertise an event, tout a political candidate or just draw attention to a personal cause, the same material that helps with weather resistance also...
WPIAL champion Peters Township fends off another challenge from Thomas Jefferson
When two top basketball teams collide, the margin of difference is often very slim. In the fourth meeting of the season between Peters Township and Thomas Jefferson, the game came down to the last four possessions. The Indians scored points on each of theirs while the Jaguars missed on good...
Baldwin-Whitehall will rename district offices to honor former superintendent
Baldwin-Whitehall school directors will rename the district’s administration building to honor longtime superintendent Charles H. Faust, who filled the role from 1986-2004. Current Superintendent Randal Lutz said Faust, a native of Ruffs Dale in Westmoreland County, was fully dedicated to his job at Baldwin-Whitehall, and even recalled seeing Faust sit...
Inaugural Whitehall Sustainability Fair carries on committee’s mission
The concept of resource conservation isn’t exactly new. Anne Downes, for example, was among a generation of Americans who were pretty much obligated to take a pragmatic approach to life nearly a century ago. “She raised five girls in the Depression, and made all her own bread and made the...
South Hills student achievements for the week of Feb. 25, 2025
Laekyn Flinn was named to the dean’s list at Frostburg State University for the fall 2024 semester. Jennifer Bakowski was among 350 students named to the Westminster College’s Dean’s List for the fall 2024 semester. Bakowski is majoring in music education and is a graduate of Westinghouse Arts Academy. Celia...
Event benefits Mon River Arts’ inclusive Penguin Project
Plenty of people enjoy time in the limelight. The Penguin Project gives young entertainers an opportunity, no matter what their perceived limitations. A national initiative hosted locally by Mon River Arts, the Penguin Project pairs individuals ages 10 to 21 who have developmental disabilities with peer mentors. “We have participants...
In brief: House fire, fish fry and more in the South Hills
House fire A Jefferson Hills home was heavily damaged after an early morning house fire on Jan. 26. According to Pleasant Hills Volunteer Fire Company, the company was called to a home on Hunters Field Circle just before 3:30 a.m. Firefighters encountered flames in the back of the home. No...


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