So you want to be a sports photographer?
As a sports photographer, Mike Longo Jr. frequently encounters various questions about his profession. Answering inquiries with courtesy is essential, and aspiring Read more.
Former Panthers Pickett, Woods come home again to lead Pitt’s Blue-Gold spring game
The Pitt Panthers held their Blue-Gold spring game at Acrisure Stadium Saturday, with the Blue team defeating the Gold team 17-14. Former players Kenny Pickett and Read more.
Spring is in the air, signaling the start of baseball season
March brought its share of unseasonable weather, but it also brought something that thousands of people wait all winter for: baseball and softball season. Although Read more.
Phone call offers a photographic humbling honor and experience
Columnist Mike Longo Jr. reflects on a life-changing phone call from Jim Brennan, offering a role as a political photographer. Transitioning from sports photography, Read more.
Behind the Lens: When times were simple – including the world of sports
Sports editor Mike Longo Jr. says there's nothing wrong with taking a trip down memory lane. In fact, he strongly recommends taking that journey – it just might Read more.
Behind the Lens: Moon’s ‘Orange Out’ focuses on childhood cancer survivors
The Moon Area girls basketball team's Senior Night wasn't your typical event this year. Rather, it was designated as an "Orange Out" event to raise awareness for Read more.
Behind the Lens: A young man’s path from dreams to reality
West Hills Gazette Sports Editor/Photographer Mike Longo Jr. introduces a young man he knows all too well, highlighting his journey from childhood dreams to multifaceted Read more.
Longo: RMU women edge RIT in women’s hockey battle
Gazette Sports Editor Mike Longo Jr. ventured to the Island Sports Complex's Clearview Arena to get an up-close look at the Robert Morris University women's hockey Read more.
Different Perspectives from ‘Behind the Lens’
West Hills Gazette Sports Editor Mike Longo Jr. debuts a new column, "A Different View from Behind the Lens." Read more.
Can Steelers shake off late-season doldrums and steal playoff win?
West Hills Gazette Sports Editor Mike Longo Jr. wonders if the Pittsburgh Steelers can forget about last week's season-ending loss to Cincinnati and upset the favored Read more.