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)
First responders adapt to ramp closures on the McKees Rocks Bridge
Because of the Helen Street Ramp closures slated to continue on the McKees Rocks Bridge construction project, first responders dependent on using the ramps to quickly exit the McKees Rocks…
McKEES ROCKS | Murals featuring black-eyed susans, a symbol of social justice, coming soon
McKees Rocks will be getting more colorful over the next few months with two new murals local artist MarySue Flick is helping to bring to life. (Photos)
DEADLINES PAST | Dante ‘Tex’ Gill: A study in organized crime, sex-for-sale and gender identity
In the 1970s and 80s Dante “Tex” Gill was infamous in McKees Rocks for being involved in organized crime and prostitution, but Gill’s persona overshadowed those criminal enterprises. In fact,…
Wargo family reunites to celebrate Purple Heart Day in McKees Rocks
A World War II-era Purple Heart military decoration reunited with the family of McKees Rocks resident and amateur boxer Nicholas P. Wargo has again changed hands. (Photos)
McKees Rocks, ALCOSAN reach an agreement on Crivelli property
ALCOSAN and McKees Rocks Borough have reached an agreement, bringing an end to nearly three years of litigation and mediation. The dispute centered on the former Crivelli Chevrolet auto dealership…
McKEES ROCKS | ‘Supply chain issues’ blamed as trash troubles continue
The transition to Waste Management for garbage pick up in McKees Rocks has been uneven, but the borough council said they are working to improve service. At an Aug. 8…







