Requests to council submitted by two candidates opposing incumbent Mayor Jack Muhr in the Democratic primary were both denied during the April 13 McKees Rocks meeting. Mayoral candidate Dave Flick’s…
Two urban walking routes get council go-ahead
Two urban walkways soon arriving in McKees Rocks are intended to promote health and community. “We’re very excited about being able to support free community access to exercise,” said Rebecca…
Demo eyed for Kennedy house destroyed by fire
During an April 15 public meeting, Kennedy commissioners made moves to tear down the remains of a building razed by fire in January 2020. The commissioners approved a grant application…
Council considers return to in-person meeting structure
As the number of COVID-19 vaccinations across Western Pennsylvania continues to rise, the Crafton Borough Council is deliberating how to safely return council meetings to an in-person format. The proposal…
Stowe moves forward on funding ask for demolitions
PROPOSED DEMOLITIONS The unprioritized and initial list of proposed Stowe Township demolitions include: 660 Woodward Ave. 66 and 113 Harlem Ave. 604 and 620 Ridge Ave. 133 and 135 Orchard…
The murder and mayhem of Pittsburgh’s historic mafia
“You can get much further with a kind word and a gun then you can with a kind word alone,” said Al Capone. However, even a gun couldn’t protect you…
Coraopolis named ‘best’ in the west
The business district is abundant with shopping, eating and plenty of accessible parking. River town revitalization maintains small-town feel Touting its bustling main street, close-knit community and affordable housing stock,…






