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Damar Hamlin, an NFL standout from McKees Rocks, is expanding his Chasing M’s Heroes Scholarship to benefit Pittsburgh high school students. Ten $1,000 scholarships will aid Central Catholic students, five more scholarships will go to other Pittsburgh students interested in attending trade or vocational school, promoting educational access and community support.
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Southwestern Pennsylvania is developing comprehensive plans to help make decisions on housing, infrastructure and development through public input. Allegheny, Butler and Indiana counties aim for implementation by 2027-2028, addressing housing needs and infrastructure challenges identified by community engagement efforts.
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The A-Team, an alternative response program in Allegheny County, uses trained mental health professionals to address 911 calls involving crises rather than relying solely on police. It has expanded to serve 25 municipalities, receiving positive feedback for its effective support and follow-up services.
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In its first full year of operation, the West Hills Gazette has built a sizable following among readers in the dozen or so communities that we serve. As 2025 winds to a close, the Gazette revisits the year’s top stories and looks to continue serving the community in 2026.
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The author reflects on a lifelong connection to newspapers, tracing their journey from a young reader of comics to a sports journalist, eventually leading to a role in reviving the West Hills Gazette as an online news source.
