The McKees Rocks Council discussed harmful rodent activity, troublesome businesses and police department conduct during a busy Sept. 15 business meeting. Rodent infestation McKees Rocks homeowner Tiaunna Woodson told council…
School board president proposes plan to forgive school taxes
During the Stowe Township meeting on Sept. 14, Sto-Rox school board President Samantha Levitzki-Wright spoke to the board of commissioners about a potential proposal to forgive school taxes on abandoned…
Steps continue toward equal opportunity board for community
Crafton Borough Council revisited a nondiscrimination ordinance allowing residents to file complaints if they believe they have been discriminated against in regards to employment, housing, or receiving public accommodations in…
Council compromises on amusement tax dispute with new venues
McKees Rocks council struck a compromise within an ongoing dispute over amusement taxes Sept. 15, by voting to reduce the rate on admissions fees from 10% to 5%. Questions first…
Art contest to bring winter cheer to a saltbox near you
With the snow and ice of winter just around the corner, a contest designed to beautify the 20 salt boxes sprinkled throughout the McKees Rocks community is in the works. …
New NAACP chapter planned for westside of region
A new chapter of the NAACP is coming to Coraopolis this year. Initiated by Carter Spruill, he plans to be a resource for those that don’t have a voice. The…
Kennedy VFD looking to build new station
Mel Weinstein, township treasurer and interim manager, told the volunteers he was concerned about liability falling on the township if the department borrowed money it could not pay back. Kennedy’s…


