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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Feb. 16-19
It’s the weekend — three days off for some with Presidents Day on Monday. Here are some ways to spend it. Ghost Hounds The Ghost Hounds will perform at 7 p.m. Friday at the Roxian Theatre in McKees Rocks. The blues-rock group announced singer and songwriter Orianthi, who has performed...
‘Mayor of Kingstown’ films in Millvale
Millvale residents saw an increase in police activity on Monday, but not because of crime. According to a Facebook post from the Millvale Police Department, the television show “Mayor of Kingstown” is filming in the area. Police cars with “Kingstown Police” written on the side could be seen parked in...
North suburban real estate transactions, week of Feb. 11, 2024
Bellevue Mark Helbling sold property at 555 Orchard Ave. to Gabrielle and John Hampson for $260,000. Adrian Hicks sold property at 646 Tingley Ave. to Gloria Hahn for $165,000. Etna Donald Block sold property at 339 Butler St. to Butler St. No 384 & Trust for $4,500. Franklin Park Demeng...
Shaler boys down Fox Chapel to clinch outright section title
Shaler came into Friday’s game at Fox Chapel needing a win to clinch the Class 5A Section 2 title outright, and the Foxes needed a victory to tie the Titans for first place. Shaler came away with a 57-44 win to earn its first section championship since 2012. “First off,...
A.W. Beattie Career Center in McCandless explores renovations
An expansion may be in the works by next year for A.W. Beattie Career Center in McCandless. Student enrollment at Beattie is growing, according to director Eric Heasley “The possibility of an addition to the existing career center building is due to continued enrollment growth and additional potential program considerations,”...
Etna community remembers late Mayor Tom Rengers
Etna residents are still reeling from the loss of their long-time mayor in December. Tom Rengers, 71, had a 30-year career in Etna politics, serving as a council member for 11 years and then as mayor for 19. He died on Dec. 7 from prostate cancer. Known as a family...
A.W. Beattie Career Center hosts spring open house in McCandless
A.W. Beattie Career Center will host a spring open house from 5:15 to 8 p.m. Feb. 29 at its campus, 9600 Babcock Blvd., McCandless. The event gives prospective students an opportunity to learn about the school’s 19 programs and how each one prepares students for college and career pathways, according...
North suburban real estate transactions, week of Feb. 4, 2024
Etna Zachary Leya sold property at 52 Greeley Ave. to Edward Collins for $124,000. Franklin Park Timothy Burns sold property at 2614 Briar Ct to Fernando Contreras Bustos for $365,000. Gary Day sold property at 1621 Twin Oaks Drive to Tyler and Taylor Cummings for $735,000. David Rosenberg sold property...
Shaler Area School district mourns loss of board member Tim Gapsky
Shaler Area school board members are grieving after the sudden loss of long-time member Tim Gapsky. Gapsky, 57, died of natural causes on Jan. 23. An alum of Shaler Area High School, he served on the school board for 10 years before his passing. “We have lost a valued colleague...
Graze Craze in O’Hara offers twist on charcuterie trend
Nutrition and art have converged at a new eatery in O’Hara. Graze Craze, at 1153 Old Freeport Road, offers creatively arranged finger foods in a twist on the popular charcuterie trend. “We can cater to your needs, from vegan to keto to a healthy mix of proteins and veggies,” said...
Exquisite timing helps Shaler avenge loss to Woodland Hills
“Exquisite” was the fancy word Brandon London’s teammates urged him to work into his postgame interview. He’d already scored 21 points and grabbed 10 rebounds Tuesday night, but the Shaler senior decided to deliver once more for his guys. London used the eloquent adjective to describe the rare 3-pointer he...
Millvale Police social worker a great asset to department
While pursuing a social work degree, Alyssa Peters never expected to work in a police department. That is, until she completed a police social work internship during her final year of her master’s studies. For the past two years, Peters, 26, has been reporting to emergency calls with the Millvale...
Banding together: Hampton grad, dad perform side by side in Altered Egos
One of people’s most common fears is public speaking. For folks who have such an aversion, try to imagine public singing. As a member of the band the Altered Egos, Hampton High School graduate Ann Hodos frequently treats audiences to her vocal talents. But she’ll admit to some trepidation as...
North suburban real estate transactions, week of Jan. 28, 2024
Bellevue Joseph Porco sold property at 543 Lincoln Ave. to Pento LLP for $450,000. Etna Estate of Leonard Peluso sold property at 59 Grant Ave. to Art Image America LLC for $185,000. Franklin Park Maronda Homes LLC sold property at 1325 Adrian Drive to Kevin Lohar and Anuj Porwal for...
Shaler Area students double as baristas, bakers at Cafe 118
“Large iced coffee with a pump of vanilla!” “A hot chocolate and two cinnamon rolls at the counter!” Believe it or not, these are the phrases heard from classroom 118 in Shaler Area High School every Thursday and Friday morning. Since its opening in September, Cafe 118 has quickly become...
Millvale police make arrest in library vandalism
Millvale Police have made an arrest after the vandalism of the beloved community statue Pages the Dog Saturday night. The concrete statue of a dog balancing a stack of books on his nose has sat outside of the Millvale Community Library since 2013 when James Simon constructed it. Library director...
Pittsburgh SWAT team nabs fugitive wanted in 3 armed robberies
A man wanted in connection with three armed robberies around the region — including one in Unity in which a man was stabbed — was arrested Thursday in Pittsburgh with a cache of drugs, guns and cash, according to authorities. Authorities from Pittsburgh police SWAT and the fugitive apprehension unit,...
Rep. Chris Deluzio kicks off reelection campaign in key congressional district
The race for Southwestern Pennsylvania’s most pivotal congressional district got rolling Tuesday. Incumbent U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Aspinwall, kicked off his reelection campaign Tuesday evening with an event at a training center for the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT). Deluzio represents Pennsylvania’s 17th Congressional District — a...
Shaler Area School Board approves superintendent resignation
Shaler Area Superintendent Dr. Sean Aiken has officially submitted his resignation from the school district. School board members approved the resignation in a 6-2 vote at the Jan. 16 school board meeting with James Fisher and Eileen Phillips voting no. Aiken has served as superintendent for the past eight years...
Shaler area student achievements for the week of Jan. 23, 2024
The following area students made the fall 2023 dean’s list at Pennsylvania Western University (formerly California University of Pennsylvania): Nickolas Basham, Lexi Bruner, Justin Donnick, Neriah Hartz, Haylee Helch, Emma Leo, Victoria Martrano, Braden McCormick, Eve-Lyn Nicklas, Christopher Pere, Aniya Peterson, Megan Povich, Leia Ross and Erika Waldro. Gabrielle Kline...
‘You are the family historian’: Hampton library hosts monthly scrapbooking program
If you have a smartphone, you’re a photographer. “More pictures are being taken now, millions and millions of pictures,” Marie Golio acknowledged. “But we don’t do anything with them, so they’re being lost.” Sure, many of the images turn up on social media or online sharing platforms. But even more...
With veteran coach leading way, Shaler hockey determined to go on playoff run
The Shaler hockey team started building a solid foundation last season. When the Titans brought in a new coach, they added a name that knows how to win on the PIHL level. Steve Meyers came on board as the Titans’ new coach this season. Meyers previously had a long tenure...
Shaler boys basketball laying foundation for special season
However opponents plan to attack the Shaler boys basketball team, the Titans are likely ready to handle whatever comes at them. For example, Fox Chapel and Shaler were locked in a defensive battle Jan. 16. That was no issue for the Titans. Shaler beat the Foxes, 39-27, despite finishing with...
North suburban real estate transactions, week of Jan. 21, 2024
Bellevue Ian Cully sold property at 49 N Bryant Ave. to Brian and Kari Seese for $359,280. Etna Michael Paul Caldone sold property at 41 Locust St. to William Albinger Jr. for $207,000. Elizabeth Chang sold property at 137 Vista St. to Alexander Naper for $185,000. Franklin Park Grant David...
Testa hired as Shaler Area School District director of student services
Dr. Joseph Testa is now serving the Shaler Area School District as director of student services. The role of the director of student services is to serve as an instructional leader in the planning and overseeing of school psychologists, social workers, nurses and SAP (Student Assistance Program) as members of...


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