Single-lane restrictions on I-79 in Robinson and Kennedy townships will occur on Jan. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for pothole patching. Motorists can check conditions on 511PA. Further updates will be provided for any additional work.
Sam Bigham has officially become the youngest mayor in Pennsylvania's, as he took the oath of office Monday in Carnegie Borough. Earning 76% of the Democratic primary vote and Republican write-in support, he balances his role with executive director duties and is pursuing a master’s degree at Carnegie Mellon.
Motorists in the West Hills will benefit from state funding for traffic safety upgrades. Moon Township receives $193,792, while Neville Township gets $335,120 to improve signal equipment. Nearly $30 million is allocated across Pennsylvania for similar traffic enhancement projects.
Crafton Borough has adopted a new zoning code after extensive public input, aimed at stimulating business development while preserving its community charm. Concerns remain about the code's potential impact on local safety, infrastructure and resident protections. Officials see opportunities for areas like the Crafton-Ingram Shopping Center and Linden Avenue to foster growth.
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.
A preliminary hearing for three men charged with multiple counts of rape, sexual assault and other crimes in connection with an incident that police say involved two teenage girls and occurred at home in Kennedy Township earlier this month was postponed until Jan. 6, 2026.
The Western District of Pennsylvania lacks a confirmed U.S. attorney, marking it as one of five districts nationwide with such vacancies. The appointment process has stalled under President Trump's administration, leading to an increase in interim placements. Carl Tobias highlights that this uncertainty affects regional law enforcement priorities, typically filled early in a presidential term.