Efforts to update Crafton Borough's zoning ordinance face resident discontent over potential issues, like small residential units and inadequate public input. While borough officials assert flexibility promotes housing accessibility, some community members demand impact analyses and more inclusive development practices.
Motorists in Crafton should prepare for delays as two water and sewer projects start next week. The Steuben Street waterline relocation could impact regional traffic, and the Crafton Boulevard sewer separation project, which is expected to last 14 months, could have more of an impact on local traffic.
Various West Hills communities will undergo mosquito treatment on Aug. 13 to combat recently detected West Nile Virus. Crafton, Ingram and other surrounding areas will receive Zenivex E20 application, deemed safe by the Allegheny County Health Department.
Explore the West Hills this summer with outdoor adventures like Montour Trail and Settlers Cabin Park, lively activities including concerts at Roxian Theatre and Glow Run 5K, plus farmers markets and a unique antique market for shopping delights.
Weekend lane restrictions have been posted by PennDOT for I-79 in Robinson and Kennedy townships.
Drilling work on Route 22/Route 60 in Robinson Township will begin Monday, Feb. 17, weather permitting and continue through later this month, PennDOT officials said. The work is a precursor to the Route 22/I-376 Interchange project, which has been in the works for some time.
A coalition of mayors, including some from the West Hills and from several municipalities in Southwestern Pennsylvania, are starting the Mayor’s Charitable Fund, a nonprofit which will pool resources to address issues within their communities.