The year 2020 saw changes in the way we vote. Whether you agree with the changes or not, COVID-19 had us rethinking the voting process as well as so many…
GOP candidate seeks breakthrough in Kennedy’s Democratic territory
A Republican resident is hoping to make headway in deep-blue Kennedy this upcoming election. Diane Schmitt, a retired healthcare administrator, is running for one of four commissioner seats up for…
Return to normalcy includes traffic jam at Squirrel Hill Tunnel
I have felt for a while now that things are beginning to get back to normal, however slowly. The warmer weather is bringing people outside and the availability of the…
Former council colleagues running for tax collector
Two former McKees Rocks councilmembers who once ran together on the same ticket are now facing off in a race for the tax collector’s seat. Challenger Maribeth Taylor said she’s…
Crafton mayor stepping down, three contenders in the running
Crafton’s Mayor Jim Bloom has decided to step down at the end of his term, opening up the position of mayor to someone new for the first time in 12…
You should consider taking a trip to see your Capitol building
As I sit in my office at the Capitol, I can see the sun shining on the lawn and can feel that spring has arrived. With the Capitol back open…
LOCAL ELECTIONS: Who is running in the 2021 primary?
Don’t forget to stop by the polls May 18 and place your votes for your local primary election. Below are the registered 2021 candidates for Crafton, Coraopolis, Ingram, Kennedy, McKees…


