Democratic incumbent accepts Republican write-in nomination
After falling 33 votes short in the Democratic primary, McKees Rocks Mayor Jack Muhr confirmed he plans to run as the Republican nominee in November. The long-time Read more.
Amusement tax dispute resurfaces as Roxian resumes concert schedule
Following news that live music is set to resume at the Roxian Theatre this fall, debate has resurfaced over the venue’s local tax obligations to McKees Rocks. Read more.
Lifeguard shortage: Robinson limits pool to resident-only access this summer
The pool at Clever Park is open to Robinson residents only for the remainder of the 2021 season because of a lifeguard staffing shortage. During his monthly report Read more.
Broadway Brunch to become West Park Diner
With founder R.J. Carrabbia pursuing a relocation to Butler County, Stowe breakfast-lunch spot Broadway Brunch is on course to become the West Park Diner under a Read more.
Sto-Rox calls for school merger with Montour
Sto-Rox school directors unanimously backed a motion to approach the neighboring Montour about the possibility of the two districts merging. The May 27 motion passed Read more.
Borough manager placed on unpaid sick leave
During a special meeting held June 2, McKees Rocks Council approved an unpaid leave of absence for Borough Manager Ruth Pompey on account of ongoing health issues. Read more.
Former State Rep. Nick Kotik gets Cranberry write-in nod
After retiring from the state legislature in 2016, political veteran Nick Kotik is looking to relaunch his public career as a Cranberry Township supervisor. The Read more.
Tax hikes in store for some schools
While the preliminary 2021-22 budget passed by the Sto-Rox district forecasts further losses for the struggling district, preliminary spending plans approved by Read more.
Sto-Rox to work with Carlow on diversifying its teaching force
Over the next three years, the Sto-Rox school district is preparing to put a cohort of local residents through teaching programs at Carlow University and hire them Read more.
Sto-Rox may pilot patented disinfect-by-drone technology
Company representatives pitched the concept to Sto-Rox school directors during an April meeting, where they told directors they hope to pilot the technology on the Read more.