Residents of Church Avenue’s 1000 block say recent moves to reopen two-way traffic on their stretch of road has caused a surge in speeding and reckless driving. “It’s a race…
Parks master plan outlines dog park, walking loop
Crafton’s council discussed the most recent updates to the borough’s ongoing parks master site project March 10. Improvements will include a potential walking loop in Crafton Park and dog park…
New Salt Box
Family and officials gathered March 13 at the corner of Third Street and Broadway Avenue to dedicate a colorful saltbox to the memory of Will Sewell. (Photos)
McKees Rocks councilors defiant in face of water treatment agreement
McKees Rocks council members have rejected an agreement with the county sanitary authority that would require the borough to lower untreated water flows into the local watershed. The agreement was…
Former fire president says he was ousted for blowing whistle
Several firefighters say they plan to leave the McKees Rocks Volunteer Fire Department after learning no charges will be brought against their chief from an investigation into claims of credit…
Can federal dollars narrow transportation gaps?
It’s rarely discussed by local leaders and stakeholders, but transportation issues are one of the biggest hindrances to residents living West of Pittsburgh. Surveys conducted in McKees Rocks and Stowe…
When coal was king of the city and gave life to locals
In the early 20th Century, Robinson Township relied heavily on coal for heating schools, homes, and transportation, as illustrated by resident Elizabeth Lanigan's memories of school life and the bustling coal industry.






