At this time of year, the Capitol is filled with groups coming to speak about budget requests and legislative priorities. I believe it is the best time of year here…
OPINION | Ridding McKees Rocks of poor by displacement is dehumanizing
—POINT-COUNTERPOINT— The crux of McKees Rocksʼ future: ‘Hays Manor’ When I was told Hays Manor was chosen to receive a HUD Choice Neighborhoods Initiative (CNI) Planning grant this year, I…
OPINION | $50+M for new and improved ‘Hays Manor’ is small-minded
—POINT-COUNTERPOINT— When is enough, enough? Meetings are being held in McKees Rocks with the Allegheny County Housing Authority to talk about the disposition of the Hays Manor public housing community. …
No one wants the firefighters playing lawn darts
Stay in your lane. I’m not always a fan of that – rebels can have a positive impact, and creative people don’t do well in lanes – but in much…
The remedy for gun violence cannot be more guns
The senseless murder of 19 children and two adults at a school in Uvalde, Texas is a national tragedy and a national disgrace. The 18-year-old gunman who walked into Robb…
No matter your opinion, tell legislators your concerns
The Pennsylvania House and Senate are now in the full swing of budget negotiations. Bills will be forthcoming in both Chambers that will set forth the state budget for the…
The truth shall set you free, so embrace the freedoms we all have
Juneteenth is a holiday some don’t grasp the meaning of, others don’t care for, and many celebrate. When President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1963, ending chatel slavery…







