Kennedy hires one officer, while still seeking another
Newly-hired police officer William Gardner shakes hands with Kennedy Police Chief Anthony Bruni. Mel Weinstein, treasurer and interim manager (left) and Chris DiNardo, Read more.
Ending gun violence takes more than talk
Lee Davis, Allegheny County’s violence prevention coordinator, speaks to community members about solutions to the “violence epidemic” plaguing the area. Since Read more.
Grants and donations boost extra-curricular programming
Sto-Rox students will have opportunities to grow vegetables in class and begin their day with mindful music exercises when they return to school, thanks to two new Read more.
Suellen Engelhard wins regional educator award
Suellen Engelhard High school music teacher Suellen Engelhard has been recognized among teachers from more than 140 partnering schools for her “excellent” teaching Read more.
New rehab center is unveiled on 5th floor of Kennedy hospital
The Heritage Valley Health System has expanded its rehabilitation center in Kennedy through a joint venture with Sewickley-based Encompass Health. The new facility Read more.
Locals say a fire on Neville Island shows the pollution didn’t stop after Shenango Coke Works closed
Metalico, a metal recycling facility on Neville Island. Air quality advocates near Neville Island believe more air monitors are needed to address its pollution problems. Read more.
Public office is no place for private feuds
Navigating the world of local politics as an elected official is no doubt a trying task. In addition to the usual challenges of partisan politics, clashing ideologies Read more.
Food truck permit ordinance on hold
Kennedy officials voted to pause enforcement on a newly-passed food truck permit ordinance and enacted a new ordinance laying out user costs for township record Read more.
Chase Bank gets green light at Kohl’s lot site
Robinson commissioners approved a site plan for the construction of a Morgan Chase bank branch near the intersection of Steubenville Pike and Campbells Run, during Read more.
Park upgrades set for parklet
The parklet at Third Street and Broadway Avenue is set to undergo a $70,000 makeover during the coming months. The aging playground will be replaced by new apparatus, Read more.