In early September, Gazette 2.0 sent out identical questionnaires to the more than 50 candidates running for election to various local offices in the upcoming November elections. (Photos)
CRAFTON | Council hedges, allows for study to prove one-way a better solution to shrub removal
In a 5-2 vote, Crafton councilmembers provided a period of accommodation to a homeowner who did not want to trim his hedges instead of enforcing a borough ordinance. The hedges…
‘Mayors’ Monarch Pledge’ helping to reverse decline in butterfly population
Most code enforcement officers penalize homeowners for growing yards full of “weeds,” but Crafton’s Season Ciechanowski, code enforcement officer and native plant expert, knows better.(Photos)
Elementary to start year with ballistic-resistant windows
Work to renovate the Crafton Elementary School has been completed in time for the launch of the 2023-24 school year. The renovations were budgeted at $96,479 and approved by school…
CRAFTON | Some brick pavers to be replaced for Broadhead sewer separation plans
The Crafton Borough Council approved a Broadhead Sewer Separation plan that will keep parts of North Emily and North Linwood streets and Crennel Avenue as brick-paved streets. This plan was…
A cold lemonade on a hot sticky day benefits Children’s Hospital
Motorists, bikers and pedestrians passing by the corner of Noble Avenue and Alice Street in Crafton may have noticed a group of youngsters selling lemonade and other refreshments on recent days. More importantly, the kids are donating profits to the UPMC Children’s Hospital. (Photos)






