The Allegheny County Housing Authority is moving forward with plans to demolish the 37-unit Uansa Village public housing development in McKees Rocks Bottoms development due to significant issues. Residents will be relocated to other ACHA communities or given housing vouchers. The question now becomes: what happens to the property?
Mary Mancini Hartner has successfully managed her family's century-old bakery, overcoming numerous business challenges over the past 50 years. Recently recognized as Western Pennsylvania's Small Businessperson of the Year, she emphasizes continuous improvement and adaptation to customer tastes while preserving the bakery's artisan heritage and community roots.
Allegheny County's midterm elections, set for Tuesday, May 19, will feature primaries for congressional and state candidates. One key race is for the Democratic nomination for the 45th State House district seat being vacated by Rep. Anita Kulik. Brittany Bloam and Patrick Catena are battling for the nod, and Catena has come under fire for some controversial campaign material.
Rotary clubs in the West Hills and throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania will engage in a regional volunteer effort known as Rotary EPIC Day of Service on Saturday, May 16. Projects will address community needs like food insecurity and beautification, fostering collaboration and leadership within participating communities.
Allegheny County Council President Pat Catena faces backlash for a controversial campaign mailer. The Carnegie resident's apology hasn't quelled the controversy, with calls for his resignation as council president and council members planning to strip him of his leadership position at the council's next meeting on May 26.
Richard Patrick, bandleader of Filter, reflects on his resilient journey since the 1990s, overcoming addiction and thriving in the evolving music landscape. Filter will be performing Monday at the Roxian Theatre in McKees Rocks with Alter Bridge and Tim Montana.
Voters in McKees Rocks and Moon Township should verify their polling locations before the May 19 Primary Election due to recent changes. Several polling places have moved, with 25 locations across Allegheny County shifting, affecting voters’ destinations in these communities.