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Shaler, Millvale officers honored for tasing, arresting armed suspect
Two local police officers were honored for going "above and beyond the call of duty" to protect their communities.
LIHEAP eligibility slashed; 20,000 families may be left out
With Pennsylvania's unemployment rate at its highest in more than 20 years, fewer low-income residents will be able to receive help paying their heating bills this winter.
Celebrations Spotlight: Alice and Paul Mertz
Paul Mertz, 77, and his wife Alice, 70, of Plum Borough, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on April 25.
Family, friends hosting benefit for local woman diagnosed with breast cancer
Many families pull together in difficult times, but members of one North Hills family are combining its artistic talents to support each other.
Jobless rate hits 23-year high here
Unemployment in the Pittsburgh region reached 8.1 percent for September, the highest in 23 years.
Two candidates running for open seat on Shaler Township board in Ward 2
Voters will see two new names on the ballot vying for the one open seat on the Shaler Township Board of Commissioners in Ward 2 after incumbent Joe Gally chose not to seek re-election. Democratic candidate, Jim Tunstall, and Lori Voegtly Mizgorski, the republican candidate, will challenge each other for the open seat in the township elections Nov.
Short List: Week of October 22 - 29
Fall is harvest time. Fortunately, we don't have to wander far afield in order to pile a table high with wonderful things to eat.
They Might Be Giants focusing on science
They Might Be Giants have a duality that's akin to the Roman god Janus. One side is as a successful band that balances witty, intelligent lyrics with engaging alternative pop.
Denmark Manor minister Hutchison concludes sabbatical
After a three-month sabbatical, the Rev. Meredith Hutchison is back at Denmark Manor United Church of Christ, and she's hoping to incorporate what she learned into the church.
Millvale man has been pushing to establish a town library
Brian Wolovich in front of the property in Millvale that is being converted into a library.
In Flames welcomes generation shift in fan base
Despite having been with In Flames for 11 years, drummer Daniel Svensson still is the new guy.
Local women religious take vows
Motherhouses welcome new members Several women religious from the Pittsburgh area have this year professed vows with religious communities that operate local motherhouses.
Some feathered friends require a lot of care
Life is for the birds, say Donn Blosser and Mark P. Henderson. They sell, groom, breed and board birds of all sizes, but are specialists in large creatures such as parrots, macaws and eclectuses.
First ladies enjoy slice of Pittsburgh life
First lady Michelle Obama took her fellow G-20 summit spouses on a fast tour Friday of Pittsburgh's cultural and educational highlights.
Michelle Obama visits Pittsburgh-area diner
A Pittsburgh-area restaurant famed for its crepe-thin flapjacks says it served a special guest this morning - Michelle Obama.
Some events scheduled in Pittsburgh for the G-20
Some events planned in Pittsburgh for the Group of 20 global economic summit being held in Pittsburgh on Sept.
Some events scheduled in Pittsburgh for the G-20
Some events planned in Pittsburgh for the Group of 20 global economic summit being held in Pittsburgh on Sept.
Book Nook: "Bicycle Diaries" by David Byrne
For more than two decades, the Talking Heads co-founder and visual artist has biked in cities around the globe.
Preview: The Melvins bring a truckload of sludge to Millvale
While Spinal Tap had issues with drummers spontaneously combusting, for the Melvins, it's been the dude on bass.
Borough once again closes streets in anticipation for Millvale Days
Millvale Borough will close its streets to traffic and invite residents, friends and neighbors to join in the annual Millvale Days celebration.