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West Hills Gazette

From injury to champion: Moon Area’s Smarsh finally captures wrestling gold

Haley Smarsh, a junior from Moon Area, celebrated her gold medal victory at the PIAA Individual Wrestling Championships, finishing the season with a 41-3 record. After two challenging years, her dedication and hard work in offseason training paid off, establishing her as a top contender in wrestling.

Riley’s Pour House owner not giving up on plans to rebuild popular Carnegie gathering spot

Riley’s Pour House is set to rebuild after a devastating fire in 2024. Community support is strong, with events raising funds for reconstruction, despite rising costs. Owner Joe Riley remains optimistic about the pub’s return and the ongoing fundraising efforts.

PIAA basketball: Moon tournament run ends in quarterfinal loss to West York

Moon Area's run at a PIAA Class 5A boys basketball title ended with a 59-53 quarterfinal loss to West York Friday night. Despite a furious rally in the final quarter, the Tigers fell short, finishing the season 22-6.

McKees Rocks Bridge lane restrictions scheduled to take effect Monday

Lane restrictions on the McKees Rocks Bridge will start at 7 a.m. on March 16, lasting a month. Traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction due to steel beam repairs. For traffic updates, visit www.511PA.com or use the 511PA app.

From food truck to restaurant: The Milaneses’ culinary journey is nearly complete

Collyn and Carlos Milanes are about to launch Milanes Cuban Corner, Pittsburgh's only Cuban restaurant, in McKees Rocks Plaza on March 21. Their successful food truck led to this venture, aiming to attract both locals and visitors alike.

A-10 Tournament: Duquesne outlasts Rhode Island, prepares for VCU Friday

The Duquesne Dukes defeated Rhode Island, 67-61, Thursday in their Atlantic 10 tournament opener, led by Alex Williams’ 22 points. This year marks the first time Duquesne has hosted the A-10 tournament since 2016. The Dukes advanced to face No. 2 seed VCU at 5 p.m. Friday.

Moon Area School District breaks ground on high school athletic facilities project

A $40 million construction project at Moon Area High School has begun, featuring a new 50,000-square-foot indoor athletic center and stadium renovations. Funded by bond proceeds and district reserves, it aims for completion by mid-August 2027, affecting home games during renovations.