Actor Michael Keaton received a bronze star on Pittsburgh's Walk of Fame, celebrating his significant contributions to cinema. The event honored 10 notable Pittsburghers, with Keaton expressing gratitude and pride in his hometown, highlighting his impressive film career.
Communities in Pennsylvania are resisting the expansion of large data centers due to concerns over environmental impacts and utility demands. Local governments are considering zoning changes to control this growth amid rising opposition and awareness.
Two new affordable housing projects in West Hills, funded by federal tax credits, will provide 83 total units for general and senior occupancy. Additionally, significant funding will help replace lead service lines, improving drinking water for local residents.
The Allegheny County Department of Sustainability is hosting public meetings this October for feedback on its Climate Action Plan. The plan aims to reduce emissions, create jobs, and enhance community health and resilience.
Since January 2023, Rep. Chris Deluzio and his team have successfully returned over $10 million in federal benefits to Western PA constituents. Deluzio writes that he and his staff have closed nearly 3,000 cases, including helping individuals with disability benefits and other issues.
The Goodwill McKees Rocks Opportunity Center has opened to assist residents in McKees Rocks and Stowe Township with employment and training resources. It offers career coaching, educational support and workforce development services. The collaboration between Goodwill and the Housing Authority aims to enhance self-sufficiency within the community.
A proposed data center in Stowe Township, funded partially by a $6 million grant, will occupy a 72-acre former rail car plant. SunCap Industries aims to develop the site, pending zoning changes. Township commissioners are scheduled to discuss the project at 6 p.m. workshop meeting Tuesday.