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# West Hills Gazette

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- [Robinson Township Historical Society: Groveton School played a key role in the community](https://westhillsgazette.com/robinson-township-historical-society-groveton-school-played-a-key-role-in-the-community/) - The Groveton School, established in 1924, became a beloved educational center for the small Groveton Village community. Known for its close-knit atmosphere and dedicated teachers, it provided meaningful experiences for students until its closure in 1972. It now serves as the Walden Activity Center.
- [Summer of Sebak: Beloved Pittsburgh documentaries now airing](https://westhillsgazette.com/summer-of-sebak-beloved-pittsburgh-documentaries-now-airing/) - WQED-TV celebrates Rick Sebak’s 50 years in public broadcasting with the "Summer of Sebak." This includes airing local favorites and rarely seen programs, showcasing Pittsburgh’s unique history and culture, blending nostalgia with exploration of community life and local businesses.
- [Data centers could brown the landscape or green the power sector](https://westhillsgazette.com/data-centers-could-brown-the-landscape-or-green-the-power-sector/) - Southwestern Pennsylvania is balancing industrial growth with environmental concerns as hyperscale data centers proliferate. Advocates worry about energy depletion, water usage, and air pollution, signaling potential health risks. Future developments may necessitate a shift to clean energy, amidst uncertainties about market sustainability and infrastructure efficiency.
- [July celebrations throughout area altered, canceled](https://westhillsgazette.com/july-celebrations-throughout-area-altered-canceled/) - Crafton Celebrates, typically held annually at Crafton Park, has been canceled this year due to ongoing COVID-19 precautions. Township officials debated the issue during recent public meetings and landed on a fireworks-only option as a compromise. The university campus on University Boulevard was chosen in an effort to make the fireworks visible to more residents
- [Teen suicide, something we need to speak up about](https://westhillsgazette.com/teen-suicide-something-we-need-to-speak-up-about/) - Suicide will always be the nation's silent stigma. Someone taking their own life at any age is a tragedy and nothing is more devastating when kids who haven’t even started their lives feel the need to end it all.
- [Race is all the rage these days, we need to invest in communities](https://westhillsgazette.com/race-is-all-the-rage-these-days-we-need-to-invest-in-communities/) - Black lives matter. They certainly matter to me… my wife of nearly 30 years is black. Our four children, in the parlance of both 1800’s labeling and modern racial thought, count as “black” despite being biracial. Our extended family is black on one side, white on the other. Faithbridge is a multiracial congregation, which pleases
- [July celebrations throughout area altered, canceled](https://westhillsgazette.com/july-celebrations-throughout-area-altered-canceled-2/) - Across the region, longstanding events celebrating community and American independence have been canceled or altered as a precaution against the spread of COVID-19.
- [COVID-19 cases drop across state, officials still urge caution as second surge is seen](https://westhillsgazette.com/covid-19-cases-drop-across-state-officials-still-urge-caution-as-second-surge-is-seen/) - The number of COVID-19 cases and deaths are far less than numbers recorded in March and April, but cases continue to fluctuate across Pennsylvania and Allegheny County. During the period of June 1–13, seven people died from the coronavirus in Allegheny County. There were 128 positive tests in the same timespan. The numbers are much
- [Get moving and reap the benefits of exercising with your family](https://westhillsgazette.com/get-moving-and-reap-the-benefits-of-exercising-with-your-family/) - June 13 is family health and fitness day. Communities and families across the country are encouraged to get healthy together while still practicing safe social distancing. This year’s theme is “Parks Build Healthy Communities.” Parks are a great way to get out and have fun as a family while getting in some much needed physical
- [Can you repeat that, I don’t remember what you said](https://westhillsgazette.com/can-you-repeat-that-i-dont-remember-what-you-said/) - Memory is a tricky thing. Everyone experiences forgetfulness throughout their lives. We might repeat things, forget to mail that pesky letter or slip up on our bills. It happens. Memory is not a perfect thing and certain memory problems are common and happen to everyone. An article published by Harvard Medical School identifies seven different
- [Police issues aren't just a national problem, its a community issue, too](https://westhillsgazette.com/police-issues-arent-just-a-national-problem-its-a-community-issue-too/) - Defunding the police has been a focal point of discussion in recent weeks, following the deaths of George Floyd, Rayshard Brooks and other African-American individuals who were killed by police officers.
- [June busy for state house of representatives, new COVID related bills passed](https://westhillsgazette.com/june-busy-for-state-house-of-representatives-new-covid-related-bills-passed/) - June is always the busiest month in Harrisburg. Even with the COVID crisis, June lived up to its reputation and we remained very busy. Of particular note, Speaker of the House Michael Turzai resigned from the House. He had announced several months ago that he would not be seeking re-election and he decided to step
- [Plans for reopening include school-led cyber option](https://westhillsgazette.com/plans-for-reopening-include-school-led-cyber-option/) - Plans for the 2020-21 school year include establishment of a permanent in-house cyber option at Sto-Rox. Assembling for the first in-person school board meeting since March, Sto-Rox officials discussed what a start to the new school year looks like in the time of coronavirus. “We will be open in August,” Superintendent Frank Dalmas said during
- [Race is all the rage these days, we need to invest in communities](https://westhillsgazette.com/race-is-all-the-rage-these-days-we-need-to-invest-in-communities-2/) - Black lives matter. They certainly matter to me… my wife of nearly 30 years is black. Our four children, in the parlance of both 1800’s labeling and modern racial thought, count as “black” despite being biracial. Our extended family is black on one side, white on the other. Faithbridge is a multiracial congregation, which pleases
- [As numbers soar, local business owners reflect on latest county bans](https://westhillsgazette.com/as-numbers-soar-local-business-owners-reflect-on-latest-county-bans/) - Recent announcements related to a drastic increase in COVID-19 cases by the Allegheny County Department of Health have many area business owners concerned with what seems to be a constant change of plans. First, on-premise consumption of alcohol at all Allegheny County bars and restaurants was halted June 30. Then a one-week closure of bars,
- [Football Coach LaRoi Johnson named Sto-Rox athletic director](https://westhillsgazette.com/football-coach-laroi-johnson-named-sto-rox-athletic-director/) - After leading the Sto-Rox Vikings to the final round of the WPIAL Championship last season, Head Football Coach LaRoi Johnson was hired as the district’s athletic director during the June 25 school board meeting. “It definitely means a lot and I truly appreciate it,” said Johnson. “…We’ve got something special started and we can keep
- [Protesters level racism charges at McKees Rocks police, businesses](https://westhillsgazette.com/protesters-level-racism-charges-at-mckees-rocks-police-businesses/) - Anger rang out through the streets of McKees Rocks and Stowe as more than 100 protesters marched and chanted through four hours of late June heat. “Black lives, they matter here.” “No justice, no peace, no racist police.” “Who shut it down? We shut it down!” Organized by leaders affiliated with Pittsburgh, I Can’t Breathe,
- [If you think 2020 is bad, you might want to reconsider](https://westhillsgazette.com/if-you-think-2020-is-bad-you-might-want-to-reconsider/) - There seems to be a common mantra going around on social media these days, which usually goes along the lines of, “2020 will go down as the worst year ever,” or “I wish I was born in another time period.” People's grievances aren't without good reason. Within the span of only six months, we’ve experienced
- [We should all try looking at situations from another point of view](https://westhillsgazette.com/we-should-all-try-looking-at-situations-from-another-point-of-view/) - “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view... Until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it.”- Atticus Finch, from “To Kill A Mockingbird” by the great writer Harper Lee. With all the events happening, I’m sure the last thing you want to read is
- [Game changers will revolutionize the way you live your life](https://westhillsgazette.com/game-changers-will-revolutionize-the-way-you-live-your-life/) - The mind follows some odd roads some times. I stopped by the cemetery the other day to see if my dear friend Randy Mays' tombstone had been set in place and was glad to see it had. As I looked at it, I thought about meeting Randy and how he’d shared with me his brother
- [Smoking still a large problem, but solutions are available](https://westhillsgazette.com/smoking-still-a-large-problem-but-solutions-are-available/) - Smoking remains a pervasive issue across the world. While it is widely known to have adverse side effects, many people have difficulties quitting. One of the reasons could be related to the fact they simply might not know the different treatment options on the market. The good news is that there are a variety of
- [On this Day… July 9, 1868: 14th Amendment ratified Systemic oppression continues long after outlaw](https://westhillsgazette.com/on-this-day-july-9-1868-14th-amendment-ratified-systemic-oppression-continues-long-after-outlaw/) - This 1933 map produced by Home Owners’ Loan Corporation shows redlining of McKees Rocks and Stowe neighborhoods. The yellow sections indicate “definitely declining” housing stocks while red designates “hazardous” living conditions. A recent spree of unwarranted Black deaths have reawakened America to its legacy of racial injustice, will it lead to real change? Beginning with
- [Sto-Rox enters year 2 of state-mandated improvement planning](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-enters-year-2-of-state-mandated-improvement-planning/) - As the Sto-Rox upper elementary and high schools move into their second year in state-mandated improvement plans, educators have laid down steps for upping attendance, while improving academics and overall school culture. “I like that it’s more rigorous. It’s planned out meticulously and it’s challenging… I’m curious to see how it goes,” said Board President
- [Who should repair of sidewalk issues caused by trees fall on?](https://westhillsgazette.com/who-should-repair-of-sidewalk-issues-caused-by-trees-fall-on/) - Discussion of the recent deluge of storm systems hitting the area led Crafton council members to the topic of who should be responsible for removal of problematic trees planted by the borough on private properties. During the June 13 virtual meeting, talks centered on trees growing on private properties causing sidewalks around the borough to
- [Local activist charged with protest-related offenses](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-activist-charged-with-protest-related-offenses/) - Rulli, pictured in the upper right was charged on July 14 for his involvement in local protests throughout the Pittsburgh area. Shawn Green, also known as Lorenzo Rulli, was charged July 14 with several crimes related to his involvement in protests throughout the Pittsburgh region. The charges, misdemeanors and felonies alike from incidents on several
- [Coraopolis establishes wellhead protection zone around 1st street flood plain](https://westhillsgazette.com/coraopolis-establishes-wellhead-protection-zone-around-1st-street-flood-plain/) - During public meetings held July 1 and July 8, Coraopolis officials allocated funds for police body cameras, passed an ordinance prohibiting motorized vehicles on public parks and established a wellhead protection area around the Susie Letteri Riverfront Park. Borough Manager Ray McCutcheon, who also manages the Coraopolis Water and Sewage Authority (CWSA), said the newly
- [New program to provide students with emotional, social learning](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-program-to-provide-students-with-emotional-social-learning/) - Allegheny Health Network will partner with Carlynton School District to bring the CHILL room program to Carnegie Elementary School this fall. “This is an innovative project that will significantly increase our ability to meet all students social and emotional needs,” said Patricia Serdy, Carlynton school psychologist. “The program will also increase our ability to provide
- [Reopening process still a work in progress for Sto-Rox](https://westhillsgazette.com/reopening-process-still-a-work-in-progress-for-sto-rox/) - Hopeful of bringing the majority of children back into the classroom this fall, Sto-Rox officials are still ironing out details for reopening the district amid a constantly evolving COVID-19 outlook. The district has not as yet submitted an official health and safety plan — required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) before reopening —
- [While cash may be king, don’t forget your change bucket](https://westhillsgazette.com/while-cash-may-be-king-dont-forget-your-change-bucket/) - In addition to signs requesting consumers wear masks prior to entering a business, more signs are popping up asking for people to consider paying with credit or debit cards because of a nationwide coin shortage. This sign at the Crafton-Ingram Shopping Center laundromat reminds those entering that quarters in the change machine are for on-site
- [Coach Ryan Hughes let go from Vikings basketball program](https://westhillsgazette.com/coach-ryan-hughes-let-go-from-vikings-basketball-program/) - First hired by the district more than 20 years ago, Sto-Rox Head Basketball Coach Ryan Hughes was let go as the athletics program shifts direction under new leadership. Hughes said he was notified he would have to reapply after the school board voted to reopen all current coaching positions during its June 25 board meeting.
- [Borough enters 20-year cooperation agreement with Housing Authority](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-enters-20-year-cooperation-agreement-with-housing-authority/) - Two in-the-works development projects were the focus of a two-hour remote meeting held July 14 by McKees Rocks Borough officials. Council ultimately approved a cooperation agreement between the borough and the Allegheny County Housing Authority (ACHA) but took no action on an advertised agenda item relating to plans for a gas station at the former
- [Pain management can be a hard pill to swallow](https://westhillsgazette.com/pain-management-can-be-a-hard-pill-to-swallow/) - Have you ever sprained a joint or broken a bone? Pulled a muscle? Given birth? Gotten a paper cut? Well, you know what pain feels like. Most people experience dozens upon dozens of painful experiences throughout their lifetime. From small bumps and bruises to deep internal wounds, we all experience different levels of pain. What
- [Children are getting the short end of the stick during these turbulent times](https://westhillsgazette.com/children-are-getting-the-short-end-of-the-stick-during-these-turbulent-times/) - There’s lots of confusion, fear and arguing over what to do as the school year approaches. With five weeks to go, public schools are dealing with loud voices yelling the kids should be allowed to go back to school. Others are yelling just as loud that it endangers the kids, the teachers and the staff
- [Will the sports world be able to hit the reset button?](https://westhillsgazette.com/will-the-sports-world-be-able-to-hit-the-reset-button/) - “Take me out to the ball game, take me out with the...wait, what? Where is everybody?” As the sports world tries to hit the reset button this year, there are still more questions than answers. Of course, the main priority is the safety and security of all involved, especially the athletes. That being said, is
- [We have to learn to adapt, or this will negatively impact our communities](https://westhillsgazette.com/we-have-to-learn-to-adapt-or-this-will-negatively-impact-our-communities/) - With the fallout of COVID-19 related financial issues, businesses across the nation have applied for loans at record highs with Payment Protection Program forgivable loans being the highest. Within our own coverage area, more than 200 of these loans have been granted to local businesses to help with basic operating fees as reported July 2
- [Anti-Semitism plagues Jewish existance throughout history](https://westhillsgazette.com/anti-semitism-plagues-jewish-existance-throughout-history/) - In 2001, approximately 100 tombstones in the Beth Hamedrash Hagodal/Beth Jacob Jewish Cemetery in McKees Rocks were toppled. The FBI treated the incident at the site founded in 1869 as a hate crime. More than 600 years before the advent of the Third Reich, 800 Jews were massacred in Germany on July 24, 1298 amid
- [Looking Back: Pressed Steel Car Co. sponsors Independence Day parades to instill American values](https://westhillsgazette.com/looking-back-pressed-steel-car-co-sponsors-independence-day-parades-to-instill-american-values/) - Thousands of foreign protesters from all walks of life went on a historic strike known as the "McKees Rocks Strike of 1909," in order to improve working conditions for labor workers. Days before thousands of workers walked off the job protesting meager wages and harsh working conditions, the Pressed Steel Car Co. sponsored its first
- [Montour has 3 options for student's fall return; in-person, online, cyber](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-has-3-options-for-students-fall-return-in-person-online-cyber/) - The Montour School District is offering flexibility to parents and students in response to COVID-19, with options in place for in-person, real-time virtual and self-paced cyberlearning. The district requested all parents indicate their preference by Aug. 3 and held a series of virtual “town hall” meetings in the preceding week to give detail on the
- [Federal loan program aids 1,289 area small businesses](https://westhillsgazette.com/federal-loan-program-aids-1289-area-small-businesses/) - Data released by the Small Business Association (SBA) in July show that 311 area businesses were recipients of low-interest Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans totaling $150,000 or more. The names were released after the SBA received pressure from critics over its handling of more than $500 billion in federal coronavirus relief funds. Names of another
- [Public, council at odds over string of firings, question handling of assistant manager hire](https://westhillsgazette.com/public-council-at-odds-over-string-of-firings-question-handling-of-assistant-manager-hire/) - Votes cast July 27 in favor of hiring a new assistant manager and denying a permanent appointment to a recently-hired police officer have stirred discord among Crafton’s council and the wider public. In both cases, dissenting councilmembers accused colleagues of playing politics and resisting transparency. Those against hiring Douglas Sample as assistant manager claimed the
- [Stay out of the heat, the side effects aren’t worth it](https://westhillsgazette.com/stay-out-of-the-heat-the-side-effects-arent-worth-it/) - If you’re like most people, you’ve probably been staying inside the past few weeks. With temperatures rising up to the 90s for consecutive days, it’s probably for the best to stay out of the heatwaves as much as possible. Heat health isn’t necessarily the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to taking
- [Dogs are man's best friend for a reason, don't you think?](https://westhillsgazette.com/dogs-are-mans-best-friend-for-a-reason-dont-you-think/) - The work never ends when you’re man and woman’s best friend. “So, I was sitting on the couch and my wife sweetly whispered, ‘The best part of all this is I get to spend more time with you.’ As l looked over at her lovingly, I realized she was talking to the dog.” “Experiment to
- [Liquor license renewal bill will help restaurant, bar owners](https://westhillsgazette.com/liquor-license-renewal-bill-will-help-restaurant-bar-owners/) - The State House of Representatives has not been in session in Harrisburg these past few weeks, but members have kept busy. Just last week both the house democrats and republicans addressed issues faced by restaurant and bar owners. I am joining my colleagues to introduce a package of nine different bills designed to help restaurants
- [There's no explanation for the lunacy that is 2020](https://westhillsgazette.com/theres-no-explanation-for-the-lunacy-that-is-2020/) - Some friends of mine and I were talking about current events when one of them accused me of being “one of those crazy conspiracy theorists.” To which I replied, “If I told you last year at this time what was going to happen in 2020, you would have said the same thing.” His response? [Crickets]
- [Be careful what you pray for, it may come to fruition](https://westhillsgazette.com/be-careful-what-you-pray-for-it-may-come-to-fruition/) - In the Bible, the people of Israel cry out to God for a human king. God tells them no, that they already have a king in Him, and they don’t need a human king. The people, looking at the nations surrounding them, continue to ask for a human king. God warns them they won’t like
- [Let’s weigh the pros and cons of reopening schools](https://westhillsgazette.com/lets-weigh-the-pros-and-cons-of-reopening-schools/) - On the one hand, virtual schooling across the board will reduce the number of COVID outbreaks as well as heavily reduce the risk of kids spreading and bringing home the virus. With the uncertainty that’s still surrounding COVID-19 and opening public spaces, schools have had to deal with an interesting dilemma. Open schools with restrictions
- [On this day…Aug. 6, 1945: Codename ‘Little Boy’ Atomic destruction of Hiroshima sets in motion 75](https://westhillsgazette.com/on-this-dayaug-6-1945-codename-little-boy-atomic-destruction-of-hiroshima-sets-in-motion-75/) - When the 9,000-pound atomic warhead known as “Little Boy” detonated over the Japanese city of Hiroshima Aug. 6, 1945, an estimated 60,000 people lost their lives immediately. In the years following, many thousands more withered and died from radiation exposure. (Photos)
- [School board eyes cost-cutting measures following negative budget approval](https://westhillsgazette.com/school-board-eyes-cost-cutting-measures-following-negative-budget-approval/) - Having passed a negative budget last month, administrators are working to bridge the financial gap before the year closes out. Looking to weed out unnecessary expenses, the board approved a transportation review and an operational efficiency study on July 23. The transportation review — contracted through the Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO) at
- [District still working to fill board vacancies left by resignations](https://westhillsgazette.com/district-still-working-to-fill-board-vacancies-left-by-resignations/) - After losing three board members in late June, the Sto-Rox School District has since filled one of those seats and interviewed a candidate for another of the remaining two. The board voted to appoint Sto-Rox graduate Cameron Culliver during its July 23 voting meeting, after interviewing him at an agenda review session the previous week.
- [School directors approve virtual-only return this fall](https://westhillsgazette.com/school-directors-approve-virtual-only-return-this-fall/) - During a special meeting held July 27, Moon Area school directors voted to begin the fall semester with virtual-only instruction. The decision came a week after the board approved a comprehensive reopening plan that kept a return to brick-and-mortar schooling on the table. Acting Superintendent Barry Balaski said the board did not commit to a
- [Pandemic supplies new avenues for scammers to target](https://westhillsgazette.com/pandemic-supplies-new-avenues-for-scammers-to-target/) - In addition to scams related to utility companies, government entities, and more, fraudsters have now added the new coronavirus to their list of ways aimed at getting you to part with your hard-earned cash. Whether a caller pretends to be financial institutions happy to assist you with your stimulus check or is posing as a
- [Barry Balaski accepts 4-year superintendent contract](https://westhillsgazette.com/barry-balaski-accepts-4-year-superintendent-contract/) - After a period of rocky leadership dating back to 2013, Moon Area administrators have now placed their hopes in Barry Balaski to lead the district forward. The board voted to install Balaski — who has been serving as acting superintendent since Jan. 13 — as the district’s permanent superintendent for the next four years during
- [District approves hybrid reopening plan for students](https://westhillsgazette.com/district-approves-hybrid-reopening-plan-for-students/) - Cornell students will follow a half-day rotating schedule when they return to school this fall, according to a plan passed by the board of directors Aug. 10. Administrators said they believe the hybrid approach offers the best available balance between student safety and quality of education. Students will attend either a morning or afternoon session
- [Coraopolis approves participation in Duquesne Light's LED Program](https://westhillsgazette.com/coraopolis-approves-participation-in-duquesne-lights-led-program/) - Coraopolis council approved a motion Aug. 12 to allow for 100 lights to be replaced with LED technology as part of the Duquesne LED Light Program. “We’re only allowed up to 100,” said Coraopolis Manager Raymond McCutcheon. The program's purpose is to convert current streetlights in communities throughout Allegheny County to LED lights in an
- [Residents again voice opposition to GetGo project](https://westhillsgazette.com/residents-again-voice-opposition-to-getgo-project/) - Although an intergovernmental cooperation agreement between Borough of Crafton and Carlynton School District for the sale of jointly-held properties at the corner of Steuben Street and Linden Avenue was voted down in December 2019, Crafton council indicated a reversal of that decision Aug. 10. While Crafton council did not agree to sell the property to
- [Borough joins other communities in pilot by adding lead testing to rental process](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-joins-other-communities-in-pilot-by-adding-lead-testing-to-rental-process/) - A one-year lead testing pilot program prompted by findings of concentrated lead contamination among children in McKees Rocks and other area municipalities was approved by council during its Aug. 11 remote meeting. Funded and directed by Pittsburgh-based non-profits Allies for Children and Rebuilding Together Pittsburgh, the pilot will incorporate dust sampling into the borough’s existing
- [Restrictions in place: Second Saturdays launch in Coraopolis](https://westhillsgazette.com/restrictions-in-place-second-saturdays-launch-in-coraopolis/) - The sounds of a band covering the Bellamy Brothers “Let Your Love Flow” emanated from Mill Street in Coraopolis as residents celebrated Coraopolis Second Saturdays Aug. 8. A new concept for 2020, the Coraopolis Community Development Corporation’s (CCDC) series of free summer events was canceled in June and July because of COVID-19 restrictions. “We wanted
- [Newest statistics show children less likely to contract COVID-19](https://westhillsgazette.com/newest-statistics-show-children-less-likely-to-contract-covid-19/) - With local school districts preparing to welcome students back in the coming weeks, the county health department has released data showing children are less likely to contract COVID-19. Most area districts are allowing parents of students to choose between in-person classes with safety precautions, online classes or a hybrid of the two. The decision making
- [Finger-pointing over defacement of Rep. Kulik's office grows ugly](https://westhillsgazette.com/finger-pointing-over-defacement-of-rep-kuliks-office-grows-ugly/) - State Rep. Anita Kulik's Carnegie office was chalked with the phrases, "Blue Lives Matter" and “Marxist” on Aug. 8. While the culprit hasn't been found, the action is believed to be politically motivated. The sidewalk outside State Rep. Anita Kulik’s Carnegie office was defaced Aug. 9 with the chalked words “BLUE LIVES MATTER” and “MARXIST”
- [Vitamin D deficiency, a common problem that’s not well known](https://westhillsgazette.com/vitamin-d-deficiency-a-common-problem-thats-not-well-known/) - You hear a lot about vitamin B-12 and iron deficiencies. They’re two of the most commonly seen in people across the board. But there’s one less commonly known, yet undiagnosed deficiency that very few people talk about, which, according to the US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, affects almost 50% of the
- [New FCC hotline number for mental health to become 988](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-fcc-hotline-number-for-mental-health-to-become-988/) - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) unanimously voted in July to finalize the number 988 as a suicide hotline to quickly contact counselors, therapists, crisis centers and others trained in therapeutic practices to speak with those who call. The number is to be set in place within the next two years for a simple and quick
- [Fighting to pass down the right things paid off as a parent](https://westhillsgazette.com/fighting-to-pass-down-the-right-things-paid-off-as-a-parent/) - If my obsessive traits were passed on — and we’ve seen some evidence of that with healthy pastimes such as fishing well beyond the norm — being aware of it enough to ensure they didn’t indulge unhealthily in distractive or destructive things has paid off. True story… I have an addict’s personality. I know this,
- [This year marks the 100 anniversary of women's right to vote](https://westhillsgazette.com/this-year-marks-the-100-anniversary-of-womens-right-to-vote/) - Usually I use this column to tell you about things happening in Harrisburg. However, I feel it is important to recognize a momentous occasion. August 18 marks the 100 Anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution. On that date, Tennessee became the 36th state to ratify the Amendment, thus providing
- [We need bad news to appreciate the good](https://westhillsgazette.com/we-need-bad-news-to-appreciate-the-good/) - It’s probably safe to say a large majority of the population is tired of hearing about the myriad problems our country and world face today. The year 2020 has dealt us one lousy thing after another, and news outlets have been covering it every step of the way. From shootings, political upheavals, riots, racial injustices
- [On this day… August 20, 1643 'Founding Mother' Anne Hutchinson killed by Siwanoy Indians](https://westhillsgazette.com/on-this-day-august-20-1643-founding-mother-anne-hutchinson-killed-by-siwanoy-indians/) - Banished from the fledgling town of Boston on charges of heresy in 1637 and later killed by an avenging band of Siwanoy warriors, Anne Hutchinson’s miserable demise suggested little inspiration for future history books. Her critics seized on her death as divine approval of their judgments against her: “I never heard that the Indians in
- [Crafton borough discusses goals for future projects at community workshop](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-borough-discusses-goals-for-future-projects-at-community-workshop/) - The Crafton Planning Commission kicked off the first in a series of community planning workshops Aug. 26 via Zoom. Open to the public, the workshop was initiated with the intention of sharing ideas amongst community members on how best to prioritize projects within the borough. The agenda included a recap of recent and current initiatives,
- [Director search continues after candidate refuses appointment](https://westhillsgazette.com/director-search-continues-after-candidate-refuses-appointment/) - The search to fill the Sto-Rox school board continues, after one of the two candidates approved during the Aug. 20 business meeting rescinded his offer shortly afterward. After interviewing four candidates, the board approved Antonio Bonnetty and Dorrian Glenn to fill the two remaining seats created by the resignations of three board members in late
- [‘Hard-to-reach’ communities a focus for population count](https://westhillsgazette.com/hard-to-reach-communities-a-focus-for-population-count/) - Self-responding rates by municipality Below are the self-respond rates for each of Gazette 2.0s municipalities, ranked against all 2,556 statewide as of Aug. 28 (Source: US Census Bureau). The average self-response rate across the nation is currently 64.6%, while the state is at 67.5% and the county, 70%: Kennedy: 80.7 Robinson: 77 Moon: 76.5 Ingram:
- [Weinstein continues in interim role as search for manager continues](https://westhillsgazette.com/weinstein-continues-in-interim-role-as-search-for-manager-continues/) - The search to replace former Kennedy manager Gerry Orsini continues more than 12 months after his resignation in August 2019. Interim Manager Mel Weinstein said the township has been unable to find a “good fit” in the four applicants so far considered, however he said talks underway with a prospective candidate look more hopeful. Weinstein,
- [Shopping center expansion to feature several new chain locations](https://westhillsgazette.com/shopping-center-expansion-to-feature-several-new-chain-locations/) - Construction crew members are at work on the new First National Bank site at Kennedy Center. Kennedy Township will soon be able to boast of a new bank, eatery, auto-parts store and apartment complex as construction ramps up at the Kennedy Center. O’Reilly Auto Parts, First National Bank and a Taco Bell are being built
- [Kennedy Republicans rally behind police with 'Back the Blue' event](https://westhillsgazette.com/kennedy-republicans-rally-behind-police-with-back-the-blue-event/) - The Kennedy Township Republican Committee held a 'Back the Blue' rally at the fire hall on Aug. 20. A crowd of about 50 people gathered at the invite-only “Back the Blue” rally held at the Kennedy Township fire hall Aug. 20. The Kennedy Township Republican Committee-hosted event featured four speakers who detailed why it is
- [Coronavirus shaping up to be less deadly than initially anticipated](https://westhillsgazette.com/coronavirus-shaping-up-to-be-less-deadly-than-initially-anticipated/) - By mid-April. Pennsylvania reported more than 18,000 known coronavirus cases with more than 300 fatalities. There are currently more than 24 million confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide. In Pennsylvania, more than 138,000 cases are reported, with Allegheny County’s total exceeding 10,000. Of those world wide confirmed cases, 3.42% (824,712) have resulted in death while 69.06% (16,651,064)
- [Timeline](https://westhillsgazette.com/timeline/) - COVID-19 has played a major role in disrupting our everyday lives. With news developing on what seems to be an hourly basis, it’s not hard to believe all of the changes made since the new coronavirus outbreak in the U.S. The inception of the virus dates to early 2020, when doctors in Wuhan, China experienced an
- [Continual awareness is key to suicide prevention](https://westhillsgazette.com/continual-awareness-is-key-to-suicide-prevention/) - If you know someone who may be at a higher risk of being affected, there are some signs to watch out for. Suicidal ideation can present in the form of talking about death more than usual, decreasing social contact, withdrawing from pleasurable activities and partaking in risky behavior. There’s a lot of anxiety swirling around
- [Kids can teach us more about right and wrong](https://westhillsgazette.com/kids-can-teach-us-more-about-right-and-wrong/) - Recently, I saw a couple of news stories produced in response to the current civil unrest, that essentially said, “How to talk to your children about racism.” The theory itself rather bemused me as if there is a set criteria for dealing with that particular subject. Apparently “don’t be a jagoff” wasn’t their recommended advice
- [What happened to doing something nice out of compassion?](https://westhillsgazette.com/what-happened-to-doing-something-nice-out-of-compassion/) - I don’t know Dante Whitbeck. Never met him, never interacted with him. I didn’t know his late cousin Anthony Huber, either. I suspect most of the folks across this nation don’t know them, and had never heard of Huber before he died very publicly on a street in Kenosha, Wis. I first heard of Whitbeck
- [‘COVID Relief Funding’ to provide for related needs at area schools](https://westhillsgazette.com/covid-relief-funding-to-provide-for-related-needs-at-area-schools/) - Throughout the pandemic, our most vulnerable groups have been hit hard due to the challenges they face in this critical time. These groups face challenges every day, and the pandemic has only accentuated these challenges. School students have certainly faced their share of obstacles, along with their teachers, parents and administrators. Many of our discussions
- [We have mail-in ballots, why can’t we do call-in ballots?](https://westhillsgazette.com/we-have-mail-in-ballots-why-cant-we-do-call-in-ballots/) - There’s a lot of drama now surrounding the mail-in ballots ahead of the upcoming Nov. 3 elections. A lot of people are worried about the many potential flaws mail-ins present and have already presented. The fear is understandable. We shouldn’t have to worry about if our vote is actually being counted or if someone else
- [The Robinson Lions Club has a long history in our town](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-robinson-lions-club-has-a-long-history-in-our-town/) - Most people have heard of the Robinson Lions Club, but few really know much about them. In a nutshell, they are community service personified. As their slogan says, “Where there’s a need, there’s a Lion.” The Robinson Lions Club was formed in 1955, sponsored by the nearby Imperial Lions. William Pintar was the first president,
- [The origins of the common yet underrated @ symbol](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-origins-of-the-common-yet-underrated-symbol/) - The @ symbol has become an integral part of our daily lives — from sending email to keeping up with the latest political news on Twitter. While it may be thought of as a modern symbol, it has a long history spanning back hundreds of years. Spoken aloud as “at,” it’s used in accounting to
- [Spotlight: New Sto-Rox Coach Dwight Hines talks basketball](https://westhillsgazette.com/spotlight-new-sto-rox-coach-dwight-hines-talks-basketball/) - Gazette 2.0 sits down with Dwight Hines, the new pick to lead the Sto-Rox Vikings boys basketball team. Hines played for the University of Pittsburgh before becoming a coach at Aliquippa. He said he is excited to have the opportunity to give back to the youth in the Stowe and McKees Rocks communities. G2.0: At what
- [School board member volunteers time at church to help children](https://westhillsgazette.com/school-board-member-volunteers-time-at-church-to-help-children/) - “I try to be someone the kids can look up to and talk to about things bothering them." Alice Cooper hopes children in the Sto-Rox community see her as someone they can turn to in times of need. Cooper, who is retired, volunteers at Faithbridge Community Church and recently became a member of the Sto-Rox
- [Board to review bids for new police station Sept. 23](https://westhillsgazette.com/board-to-review-bids-for-new-police-station-sept-23/) - Construction of the new Clever Park playground in Robinson has been delayed because of weather and COVID-19 barriers. Plans to build a new police station in Robinson are moving forward as the township considers bids from interested contractors. Robinson officials have been working to replace its aging station and adjoining municipal center for several years,
- [Officials unsure over plans for recovery service headquarters in McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/officials-unsure-over-plans-for-recovery-service-headquarters-in-mckees-rocks/) - Officials are undecided over plans to headquarter a start-up recovery support service in McKees Rocks, with some raising concerns about the site’s parking availability and the community’s history with problematic rehabilitation programs. Presenting to the borough’s planning commission Sept. 2, Randall Williams, founder of Recovery Support Worx, outlined plans to turn the first-floor unit of
- [Victim prods for answers from police](https://westhillsgazette.com/victim-prods-for-answers-from-police/) - A Coraopolis resident who alleges the police department there mishandled a 2018 mental health-related call to her home, attended the Sept. 9 council meeting with her husband, parents and friends demanding answers and change. Resident Amanda Papa, who was arrested and spent eight days in the Allegheny County Jail in 2018, demanded answers from the
- [Officials cautious over resuming public meetings](https://westhillsgazette.com/officials-cautious-over-resuming-public-meetings/) - Six months into the coronavirus pandemic, local officials are mostly cautious about reopening municipal meetings to the public. Almost all area municipalities immediately shifted to remote meeting platforms following Gov. Tom Wolf’s statewide emergency declaration March 6, and most have continued to operate virtually. “We wanna watch the second wave of this carefully because if
- [DeVito first GOP candidate to endorse marijuana legalisation](https://westhillsgazette.com/devito-first-gop-candidate-to-endorse-marijuana-legalisation/) - Danny DeVito, Republican candidate for state representative in Pennsylvania’s 45th district, becomes the first GOP candidate in Pennsylvania to endorse the legalisation of recreational marijuana. On Sept. 11, DeVito released an agenda titled “DeVito’s Twenty Points” that will serve as his campaign platform. The platform illustrates his positions on subjects including abortion, criminal justice reform,
- [Sam Nucci: Fire contract serving residents well four years in](https://westhillsgazette.com/sam-nucci-fire-contract-serving-residents-well-four-years-in/) - More than four years after Ingram’s volunteer department was dissolved and an agreement struck with the City of Pittsburgh to instead provide services the borough president says the deal has saved money and ensured prompt and effective service. “Overall it’s been good,” Ingram President Sam Nucci said. “We’re very happy with the four-minute response time
- [Kennedy VFD looking to build new station](https://westhillsgazette.com/kennedy-vfd-looking-to-build-new-station/) - Mel Weinstein, township treasurer and interim manager, told the volunteers he was concerned about liability falling on the township if the department borrowed money it could not pay back. Kennedy’s volunteer fire department station on Pine Hollow Road will soon have to face costly upgrades or construct a new building. Presenting to township officials immediately
- [New NAACP chapter planned for westside of region](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-naacp-chapter-planned-for-westside-of-region/) - A new chapter of the NAACP is coming to Coraopolis this year. Initiated by Carter Spruill, he plans to be a resource for those that don't have a voice. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was created in 1909 to, as it refers to in its mission statement, “secure the political,
- [Politicians consider whether local term limits are too long](https://westhillsgazette.com/politicians-consider-whether-local-term-limits-are-too-long/) - Every election cycle, the discussion on term limits is reintroduced into political debate as concerns grow over who is governing our country. While the legal restriction of the number of terms one person may serve in a particular office usually focuses on the federal level, many think term limits for state and local government officials
- [Private schools reopen classrooms for the first time since early spring](https://westhillsgazette.com/private-schools-reopen-classrooms-for-the-first-time-since-early-spring/) - A student’s temperature is tested upon entering the building at Robinson Township Christian School. Students at private schools are overwhelmingly returning to the classroom this fall, contrasting with the trend among public schools of resuming virtual instruction. Administrators say the excitement has been high among returning students. “We’re all just so happy to see the
- [Autumn will bring in a much needed reprive from hot bitter summer](https://westhillsgazette.com/autumn-will-bring-in-a-much-needed-reprive-from-hot-bitter-summer/) - Summer’s winding down. The sun slides further south in the Pennsylvania sky, and the day’s heat starts to dissipate as night settles in earlier and earlier. There’s a lot of nostalgia for me in the fall. Even the color of the sunlight seems tinged with it. The way the smell of the diners sits in
- [If it costs you your peace, it’s too expensive](https://westhillsgazette.com/if-it-costs-you-your-peace-its-too-expensive/) - I was sitting on my porch trying to come up with an idea for a story when my neighbor approached and asked me what I was working on. I told her I just saw the pictures and destruction from Hurricane Laura and what a crazy year this has been. She pulled out her phone and
- [Still feeling the impact 19 years later, we should never forget](https://westhillsgazette.com/still-feeling-the-impact-19-years-later-we-should-never-forget/) - President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump arrive at The John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport enroute to the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pa. for the 9/11 remembrance service. To say we have all experienced a challenging year is an understatement. But such challenges are nothing new to us as Pennsylvanians
- [Don’t forget to register to vote](https://westhillsgazette.com/dont-forget-to-register-to-vote/) - Sure, you’re planning to vote. But are you certain that you’re properly registered? If you've gone through some life changes, or it's been a few years since you've voted, be proactive and confirm your eligibility so your voice is counted. If you’re not registered, do it now — the deadline is Oct. 19. Eligibility is
- [A fish sandwich changed my life](https://westhillsgazette.com/a-fish-sandwich-changed-my-life/) - I’ll always remember the year of 1975. I was 15 years old, getting ready to get off the bus by the Hilton Hotel in Pittsburgh to go visit my grandmother for the weekend. As I exited the bus, I saw this gentleman crossing the street heading toward Stanwix Street. The minute I saw him I
- [Poorer school districts should form a state coalition](https://westhillsgazette.com/poorer-school-districts-should-form-a-state-coalition/) - Every year some school districts thrive in Pennsylvania, and every year other districts hang on by a thread. One of the main causes of this is the state’s archaic fend-for-yourself funding, wherein local property tax receipts fund a major portion of each school’s budget. If a child is born into a family where million-dollar homes
- [The stigma of mental health needs to be shed sooner rather than later](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-stigma-of-mental-health-needs-to-be-shed-sooner-rather-than-later/) - We’ve talked several times about mental illness and well-being in these health articles, but there’s a good reason for that. The topic of mental health remains a misunderstood and misdiagnosed problem in today's society. Although progress has been made in recent years to raise awareness, it's been a slow monotonous process. This is a precious
- [Kerry Connolly talks new head coach role at Sto-Rox](https://westhillsgazette.com/kerry-connolly-talks-new-head-coach-role-at-sto-rox/) - Kerry Connolly (middle) with the Sto-Rox Girls Basketball Team. Gazette 2.0 sat down with Kerry Connolly, who was recently named head girls basketball coach for the Sto-Rox Vikings. Connolly is a 2009 Sto-Rox graduate and former Lady Viking who played softball and basketball there. Additionally, she competed while a student at Edinboro University. In 2012
- [Red light, stop! Blue light, go! However, be considerate](https://westhillsgazette.com/red-light-stop-blue-light-go-however-be-considerate/) - If you’re driving down the road and suddenly see flashing blue light in the rearview mirror, you might be wondering what you’re supposed to do. Do you pull to the side of the road to let the vehicle pass? Do you continue driving without stopping? Alternatively, would you become confused about what flashing blue lights
- [Never forget the day that changed the course of US history](https://westhillsgazette.com/never-forget-the-day-that-changed-the-course-of-us-history/) - Sept. 11, 2001 dawned across much of the U.S. with a blue sky and no clouds in sight. Then the seemingly beautiful day went horribly wrong. At 8:46 a.m., American Airlines Flight 11 flew straight into the North Tower of the World Trade Center in the heart of New York City. (Photos)
- [Sto-Rox plans to phase back into in-person instruction](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-plans-to-phase-back-into-in-person-instruction/) - Sto-Rox officials approved a plan to begin reopening the district for in-person instruction during their legislative board meeting Sept. 25. “We’re prepared for the kids to come back,” said Superintendent Frank Dalmas. Beginning Oct. 7, the plan calls for gradually phasing in different year groups over a period of weeks until the entire body is
- [Teachers staying connected to families despite in-person restrictions](https://westhillsgazette.com/teachers-staying-connected-to-families-despite-in-person-restrictions/) - Sto-Rox educators say they’re staying in close communication with students and parents despite resuming virtual-only instruction this semester. Speaking at the school board’s Sept. 17 agenda meeting, administrators lauded teachers’ efforts to make themselves available to the range of needs thrown up by the pandemic. “Every single person in our building is busting their guts
- [School district looking at returning to in-person classes](https://westhillsgazette.com/school-district-looking-at-returning-to-in-person-classes/) - As the Carlynton School District reaches the halfway mark of the first 9 ½-week grading period, Superintendent John Kreider said the district’s goal is to move from remote learning to either a hybrid or traditional learning model by the end of the first grading period. Back in July, school board members voted to begin the
- [Art contest to bring winter cheer to a saltbox near you](https://westhillsgazette.com/art-contest-to-bring-winter-cheer-to-a-saltbox-near-you/) - With the snow and ice of winter just around the corner, a contest designed to beautify the 20 salt boxes sprinkled throughout the McKees Rocks community is in the works. No longer will those community assets be a serviceable yellow, instead they’ll be decorated with winter scenes created by the more artsy members of the
- [Wolf lawsuit comes to a standstill, called 'unconstitutional'](https://westhillsgazette.com/wolf-lawsuit-comes-to-a-standstill-called-unconstitutional/) - On Monday, Sept. 14, U.S. District Judge William S. Stickman IV ruled that stay-at-home orders and closures of non-essential businesses executed by Gov. Tom Wolf in response to COVID-19 were unconstitutional. Butler County joined Fayette, Greene, and Washington counties, as well as businesses and individuals impacted by the governor’s orders to file a class-action lawsuit
- [Council compromises on amusement tax dispute with new venues](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-compromises-on-amusement-tax-dispute-with-new-venues/) - McKees Rocks council struck a compromise within an ongoing dispute over amusement taxes Sept. 15, by voting to reduce the rate on admissions fees from 10% to 5%. Questions first arose about the enforcement of the borough’s 1983 amusement tax ordinance soon after 1,400-capacity music venue Roxian Theatre opened in May 2019. Several months later,
- [Steps continue toward equal opportunity board for community](https://westhillsgazette.com/steps-continue-toward-equal-opportunity-board-for-community/) - Crafton Borough Council revisited a nondiscrimination ordinance allowing residents to file complaints if they believe they have been discriminated against in regards to employment, housing, or receiving public accommodations in the community. “As someone who was, until recently, able to be fired for being gay, I feel very passionate about this,” Vice President Edward Alo
- [School board president proposes plan to forgive school taxes](https://westhillsgazette.com/school-board-president-proposes-plan-to-forgive-school-taxes/) - During the Stowe Township meeting on Sept. 14, Sto-Rox school board President Samantha Levitzki-Wright spoke to the board of commissioners about a potential proposal to forgive school taxes on abandoned properties in an effort to promote homeownership in the area. Levitzki-Wright hopes to, “rebuild what has been neglected” in her plan to promote both the
- [Rodent and police concerns talking points of meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/rodent-and-police-concerns-talking-points-of-meeting/) - The McKees Rocks Council discussed harmful rodent activity, troublesome businesses and police department conduct during a busy Sept. 15 business meeting. Rodent infestation McKees Rocks homeowner Tiaunna Woodson told council she may have to sell her home and leave the borough if she doesn’t get help with a rodent infestation stemming from a nearby vacant
- [Trick-or-treat, six more feet](https://westhillsgazette.com/trick-or-treat-six-more-feet/) - Trick-or-treat hours: Coraopolis – 6-8 p.m., Oct. 29 Crafton – 6-8 p.m., Oct. 31 Ingram – 2-4 p.m., Oct. 31 Kennedy – 5-7 p.m., Oct. 31 McKees Rocks – 6-8 p.m., Oct. 31 Neville – 6-8 p.m., Oct. 29 Robinson – 6-8 p.m., Oct. 31 Stowe – 6-8 p.m., Oct. 31 CDC Guidelines: Halloween is
- [A 96-year-old woman from McKees Rocks bowls a ‘no-tap 300’](https://westhillsgazette.com/a-96-year-old-woman-from-mckees-rocks-bowls-a-no-tap-300/) - If you’re as young as you feel, then Sara Lyons feels 27-years-old. Turning 97 at the end of November, she made history at Kennedy Lanes when she achieved a no-tap 300. Lyons began bowling 70 years ago and before her winning streak, her highest score was 250. “I wasn’t expecting to bowl a perfect game.
- [Districts look to expand spectator participation](https://westhillsgazette.com/districts-look-to-expand-spectator-participation/) - Schools are looking to loosen up on attendance limits for sporting events. While politicos wrangle over virus regulations, area school districts are exploring whether they can safely increase crowd participation limits at sporting events. “We’re advising districts in the area that it’s up to each district if you want to flex a little bit… as
- [Trump holds local rally, calls democratic party 'extremists'](https://westhillsgazette.com/trump-holds-local-rally-calls-democratic-party-extremists/) - -Moon Landing- President Donald Trump revived talk on energy and manufacturing as he addressed a crowd in Moon Township six weeks before election day. “Your steel mills would be closed if I hadn’t been elected,” he said. In 2016, Trump became the first Republican presidential candidate to win Pennsylvania since George H. W. Bush’s 1988
- [ADHD, one of the most misdiagnosed and misunderstood disorders](https://westhillsgazette.com/adhd-one-of-the-most-misdiagnosed-and-misunderstood-disorders/) - October is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) awareness month. It’s celebrated every year with events and informational sessions to raise awareness about a disorder that is very much a medical disorder. With this being a well-known affliction, it’s not uncommon to hear jokes relating to it in everyday life. “I don’t have a short attention
- [Hate might win the battle but it will never win the war](https://westhillsgazette.com/hate-might-win-the-battle-but-it-will-never-win-the-war/) - Now, peaceful warriors who are constantly fighting for the power of love know that the battle is never ending as long as those who love power exist. Jimi Hendrix famously said, “When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace.” Jimi died 50 years ago, but truth be told,
- [Proverb: 'There, but by the grace of God, go I'](https://westhillsgazette.com/proverb-there-but-by-the-grace-of-god-go-i/) - I have two friends who both joined the Navy as young men. They know and love one another, and both made a career of the Navy, but their courses are quite different. Both figured they’d further their education in the military, advance up the ranks and retire at 20 years. Steve went into the chaplain
- [We’re working on allowing families to attend local sporting events](https://westhillsgazette.com/were-working-on-allowing-families-to-attend-local-sporting-events/) - This time of year is a time when seasons change. The changes bring us to what is, for many, the most wonderful time of the year — football season. For most, it is the realization that the holiday season is just around the corner, a time for families to gather, to be thankful, to enjoy
- [Let’s continue to support our affected workers and businesses](https://westhillsgazette.com/lets-continue-to-support-our-affected-workers-and-businesses/) - Workers from all walks of life have been affected since the inception of COVID-19. Business closures and capacity limits have led to business owners laying off workers to keep afloat, or shutting down altogether. The restaurant, bar industry has taken the largest hit since March. Weeks-long closures and reduced capacities have taken a huge toll
- [Longtime Kennedy resident reflects on decorated athletic career](https://westhillsgazette.com/longtime-kennedy-resident-reflects-on-decorated-athletic-career/) - Ron Kaintz, 87, is a longtime Kennedy resident and native of McKees Rocks with a history of athletic excellence that includes a stint in minor league baseball, four world titles in slow pitch softball, a hall of fame basketball officiating career and several years as a baseball scout. (Photos)
- [Nineteenth-century women’s rights activist pardoned by Trump](https://westhillsgazette.com/nineteenth-century-womens-rights-activist-pardoned-by-trump/) - Women's rights activist Susan B. Anthony was featured on a one dollar coin in the 20th century, a token to just how influential she was. “Organize, agitate, educate, must be our war cry.” While this quote is very much applicable to today, it was actually from a rally in 1893. Susan B. Anthony, one of
- [Council's Delgado questions borough's refusal to share McKees Rocks police reports](https://westhillsgazette.com/councils-delgado-questions-boroughs-refusal-to-share-mckees-rocks-police-reports/) - During an Oct. 13 McKees Rocks business meeting, Councilwoman Liz Delgado inquired about the borough’s refusal to share public police records with Gazette 2.0, saying it reflects badly on the town’s elected officials. “I don’t like the newspaper saying McKees Rocks doesn’t do such and such when a lot of us didn’t have a say,”
- [Sto-Rox hero returns from Tree of Life injuries](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-hero-returns-from-tree-of-life-injuries/) - Sto-Rox graduate Timothy Matson resumed service at Pittsburgh’s police force last week after a two-year leave of absence resulting from injuries sustained while responding to the Tree of Life shooting on Oct. 27, 2018. Matson sustained seven bullet wounds during the attack that left 11 Jewish worshippers dead and several others wounded. He has since
- [Technology access solution coming by way of free internet project](https://westhillsgazette.com/technology-access-solution-coming-by-way-of-free-internet-project/) - The overnight switch from in-person to remote learning forced a difficult transition for many small, underfunded school districts like Cornell. But community leaders there rolled up their sleeves in search of creative solutions, and the result is a free internet service that will soon go live. The completed project will use a concept called mesh
- [Montour recognized for ‘whole-child’ digital education program](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-recognized-for-whole-child-digital-education-program/) - The Montour district has been awarded the EVERFI Champion Seal in recognition of its “exemplary commitment to whole-child education” through digital programming. A press release issued by the district says the honor is reserved for less than 5% of the nation’s top performing schools. “At the Montour School District, our core values provide us with
- [One-to-one tech access a ‘game changer’ for students](https://westhillsgazette.com/one-to-one-tech-access-a-game-changer-for-students/) - When Sto-Rox students headed home in March to finish off the semester remotely, more than half did not have access to a personal device suitable for virtual learning. Now every student has their own laptop. Like many districts throughout the country, Sto-Rox took advantage of federal CARES Act funding that freed up billions of dollars
- [Resident letters voice appreciation to township officials](https://westhillsgazette.com/resident-letters-voice-appreciation-to-township-officials/) - During Kennedy’s Oct. 8 business meeting, commissioners read aloud two letters from residents expressing gratitude for township services. Anna Marie Pope submitted a “note of great appreciation” to township officials after requiring medical attention in August. “Recently I needed to be transported by ambulance from Heritage Valley Hospital to [UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Oakland],” she
- [Virtual civics series bridges residents and leaders](https://westhillsgazette.com/virtual-civics-series-bridges-residents-and-leaders/) - Both representatives agreed the [school funding] problem is rooted in Pennsylvania’s property tax-based funding system, and said they’re willing to push for reform in Harrisburg. Readers turned off by the chaos surrounding this year’s presidential debates may find a better outlet for civic discourse closer to home. Since early September, Sheraden resident Terri Minor Spencer
- [Local residents share mixed opinions about presidential debate](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-residents-share-mixed-opinions-about-presidential-debate/) - Candidates President Donald Trump and former Vice President and Senator Joe Biden resorted to name-calling, while discussion on real policy changes was left up to the imagination of the viewers during the Sept. 29 presidential debate held in Cleveland. Here’s what locals in our readership area had to say about the first debate and Trump’s
- [New recording procedure to increase officer liability](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-recording-procedure-to-increase-officer-liability/) - An update implemented earlier this year in how Robinson Township Police record complaints has resulted in a clearer picture of the number of calls members of the department are responding to. Officers are required to conduct two traffic checks, two business checks, and two school checks while on duty, according to Chief of Police Tim
- [Local police departments push for body cameras](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-police-departments-push-for-body-cameras/) - The Stowe Township Police Department is one of the local police forces looking into funding for body cameras. Pictured above: Chief Matt Preininger, Officer Koritsky, Officer Turner and Officer Short. Since George Floyd’s death in May by the hands of Minneapolis police, law enforcement agencies across the country have come under increased scrutiny. One way
- [The soundtrack of my youth takes a massive loss](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-soundtrack-of-my-youth-takes-a-massive-loss/) - Eddie Van Halen? He can’t be dead, can he? The first time I saw Eddie and his band Van Halen was 1983. I was 14. I didn’t know what to expect. I’d never been to a major concert before, and honestly, it probably skewed the curve for all the other bands I saw over the
- [A name is just a name until you give it meaning](https://westhillsgazette.com/a-name-is-just-a-name-until-you-give-it-meaning/) - What’s in a name? Well, when it becomes synonymous with a meme, particular attitude or look, then plenty. Am I right, Karen? If you’re not familiar, the image that people now associate with a “Karen” is a middle-aged white lady with a bob-style haircut whose behavior is to assert her dominance over others by “asking
- [Supporting our first responders is a must in today's climate](https://westhillsgazette.com/supporting-our-first-responders-is-a-must-in-todays-climate/) - Our first responders — firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, all who serve and protect us, especially those in law enforcement — have worked tirelessly through these pandemic months. In addition to their massive duties on any normal day, these dedicated individuals have had to put themselves in harm’s way, especially in this time of COVID. Responding to
- [What happened to basic decency in people?](https://westhillsgazette.com/what-happened-to-basic-decency-in-people/) - Can’t we dislike someone without lobbying death threats at them? Political tensions have been particularly high over the past few months. Understandably, people have been vocal about who and what they support; after all, it affects the future of our country. But a certain hostility has taken over. One that’s never really been seen publicly
- [COVID-19 timeline of herd immunity is currently unknown](https://westhillsgazette.com/covid-19-timeline-of-herd-immunity-is-currently-unknown/) - The spread of COVID-19 could be basically eliminated with herd immunity but according to the Allegheny Health Department herd immunity is still a long way off. Herd immunity is when a large portion of a community becomes immune to a disease, which makes person-to-person spread unlikely. This causes the entire community to become protected and
- [Back the pink, spread awareness about breast cancer](https://westhillsgazette.com/back-the-pink-spread-awareness-about-breast-cancer/) - Lisa Koritsky, Teresa Yakubik, Kathy Kulka and Barb Keller from Presston are all breast cancer survivors. It’s that time of the year again; Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The term “breast cancer” is enough to strike fear in any woman or man (yes, men can get it, too.) One of the more pervasive forms of cancer,
- [An insight into the lesser-known Kansas School in Robinson](https://westhillsgazette.com/an-insight-into-the-lesser-known-kansas-school-in-robinson/) - The Kansas School circa 1900 is located near the intersection of Silver Lane and Regina Drive in Robinson Township. Around the turn of the 20th Century, Robinson Township was home to 10 one-room schoolhouses. A couple of the actual buildings, including one at the intersection of Forest Grove Road and William Drive and another at
- [Recent changes to judiciary system an understatement](https://westhillsgazette.com/recent-changes-to-judiciary-system-an-understatement/) - → Did you know the Trump administration has appointed and confirmed more court judges than any of its predecessors? ♦ On March 29, 2018, President Donald Trump stated about the vacancies. “You know when I got in, we had over 100 federal judges that weren’t appointed,” Trump said. “I don’t know why Obama left that. It was like
- [The oldest living things on this planet have a lot to teach](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-oldest-living-things-on-this-planet-have-a-lot-to-teach/) - The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Tree in California White Mountains Inyo National Forest is one of the oldest trees in the country at almost 5,000 years old. We’ve all been taught to respect our elders, but we could learn a lot about how to live life after examining the lives of the oldest human, animal, and
- [Streetscape progress signals softening of hostilities between borough and MRCDC](https://westhillsgazette.com/streetscape-progress-signals-softening-of-hostilities-between-borough-and-mrcdc/) - McKees Rocks council voted to release $1.9 million in PennDOT funds marked for a streetscape project led by the McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation (MRCDC). Several McKees Rocks officials had previously expressed caution about releasing the funds due to lingering animosity between the borough and the MRCDC. However, presenting the motion to the council Oct.
- [Township takes control of land development, garbage and parking issues](https://westhillsgazette.com/township-takes-control-of-land-development-garbage-and-parking-issues/) - Stowe is moving to adopt its own subdivision and land-development ordinance that will give township officials control over planning issues previously overseen by the county. A 45-day period where the public can review the draft ordinance began Oct. 13 and a final public hearing is due to take place after its conclusion in early December.
- [Council approves GetGo gas station during McKees Rocks borough meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-approves-getgo-gas-station-during-mckees-rocks-borough-meeting/) - During the Oct. 13 meeting, McKees Rocks council voted on the final approval for Giant Eagle to build a GetGo location at the former Pat Catan’s store at 1250 Chartiers Ave. The site will include 12 fuel outlets and a store serving hot food and convenience items. “That’s gonna be a big plus for us
- [‘Keeping chickens’ ordinance being considered for residential expansion](https://westhillsgazette.com/keeping-chickens-ordinance-being-considered-for-residential-expansion/) - More clucking chickens may be making their way to permanent homes in Crafton. The Crafton Borough Council signaled they will be moving forward with expanding an ordinance that allows residents to keep chickens on their property. The “Keeping Chickens” ordinance allows for residents of Crafton in the R-1 district to own up to four hens
- [Claims of illegal transitional housing use land property owner in court](https://westhillsgazette.com/claims-of-illegal-transitional-housing-use-land-property-owner-in-court/) - Stowe Township is taking a property owner to court on claims she’s operating an illegal transitional housing facility in a residential section of the town. A civil complaint filed by Harry Seretti, the township’s ordinance officer, accuses owner Sharon Harkins and Neighborhood Homes LLC of violating two sections of the zoning ordinance by running the
- [Students return to in-person classes after two months](https://westhillsgazette.com/students-return-to-in-person-classes-after-two-months/) - After two months of remote learning, students in the Carlynton School District will be going back to the classroom at least two days a week. Carlynton School Board members unanimously approved the district’s re-entry plan at its Oct. 13 virtual meeting, which had more than 150 viewers on Zoom and YouTube. Superintendent John Kreider recommended
- [Many skeptical of promise of new coronavirus vaccine](https://westhillsgazette.com/many-skeptical-of-promise-of-new-coronavirus-vaccine/) - In the short time that COVID-19 has been a threat, almost 400 million people worldwide have developed the virus and over one million have died. Scientists and medical experts have been working around the clock to develop a vaccine for the new coronavirus, but have been unsuccessful up until recently. “I think it is important
- [Restaurant owners fearful as winter approaches and relief bill falters](https://westhillsgazette.com/restaurant-owners-fearful-as-winter-approaches-and-relief-bill-falters/) - Local restaurant owners are bracing themselves for more hard times ahead as winter approaches and attempts to bring relief from COVID-19 restrictions through the state legislature fall flat. “I’m worried,” said Joseph Caliguire, owner of Sarafino’s Pasta & Pizza in Crafton. “Monday was so slow I woke up [the next day] in a cold sweat.”
- [Voters question process as county irons out ballot issues](https://westhillsgazette.com/voters-question-process-as-county-irons-out-ballot-issues/) - Local residents among the 29,000 Allegheny County voters who received faulty mail-in ballots say their issues have now been resolved, but some still have outstanding concerns with the process. According to a county press release, a mapping error on the part of third-party printing company MidWest Direct led to incorrect address lines appearing on a
- [Viagra found among child’s snacks purchased at Stowe Galaxy Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/viagra-found-among-childs-snacks-purchased-at-stowe-galaxy-market/) - Galaxy Market in Stowe Township is under investigation after blue pills, identified as viagra were found in the shopping bag after a child purchased some items on Oct. 21. County law enforcement are investigating a Stowe convenience store after a resident found Viagra pills inside a grocery bag among some snack items bought by her
- [Decrease your risks and educate yourself about diabetes](https://westhillsgazette.com/decrease-your-risks-and-educate-yourself-about-diabetes/) - November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Nov. 14 is World Diabetes Day. Throughout the month, advocates will rally together in support of this chronic and sometimes debilitating condition. Diabetes is one of those diseases that although is widely known, is still undiagnosed at high numbers. There are also some less-known facts that people may not know.
- [The color of assumption: How colors became entangled in politics](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-color-of-assumption-how-colors-became-entangled-in-politics/) - → Did you know certain colors represent a political association? The ideology behind associating colors with political parties is not new. However, in recent years the colors red and blue became interchangeable with the Republican and Democratic Party: the primary colors of the American Flag. During the Civil War era, the Republican party’s political color was blue.
- [From funding the Civil War to Trump’s ‘loophole’ used to avoid payment](https://westhillsgazette.com/from-funding-the-civil-war-to-trumps-loophole-used-to-avoid-payment/) - President Donald J. Trump addresses the crowd at his rally on Oct. 13 at The John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County Airport in Johnstown. The income tax has been a part of American life for as long as anyone alive can remember. What may be interesting to know is that the U.S. did not always tax income.
- [Myths, legends and hauntings of McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/myths-legends-and-hauntings-of-mckees-rocks/) - McKees Rocks has its fair share of history dating back hundreds of years. Mysterious murders, legends and even odd ghost hauntings have been rumored to have taken place in our very own backyards. For this “myths, legends and hauntings” edition of History, Gazette 2.0 spoke with Vicky Batcha and Sandy Saban of the McKees Rocks
- [New bill in effect to address emergency response areas](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-bill-in-effect-to-address-emergency-response-areas/) - It was a busy session for the house and senate this past week in Harrisburg. Twenty-three bills were sent to the governor after votes in the House. The legislature has previously dealt with dangerous situations in roadway construction areas. Camera monitoring is already in place on some roadways in attempts to enforce safety and speed
- [COVID-19 relief: Creative ways to spice it up from a socially acceptable distance](https://westhillsgazette.com/covid-19-relief-creative-ways-to-spice-it-up-from-a-socially-acceptable-distance/) - We here at Gazette 2.0 are always trying to enlighten our readers, so we search for stories that may be of interest to you. One such story is “sexual advice during this pandemic” so naturally we’ve called on an expert to educate us all, me! Wait, what? Just picture the love child of Dr. Ruth
- [Guess what? On Nov. 4 we still have to be neighbors](https://westhillsgazette.com/guess-what-on-nov-4-we-still-have-to-be-neighbors/) - When this issue of the gazette hits newsstands, the presidential election will be four days out. On Tuesday, Nov. 3, Americans will decide who will sit in the Oval Office for the next four years. On Wednesday, life goes on. Or at least it should. Whether Joe Biden is president-elect or Donald Trump is reelected,
- [You’re not hurting us, you’re hurting your own people](https://westhillsgazette.com/youre-not-hurting-us-youre-hurting-your-own-people/) - “Holding onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.” Have you ever heard of this quote from Buddha? Although it’s an old saying, its truth resonates today. A lot of people are holding onto this rage as we speak. Anger at politicians, anger at the media, anger at family and
- [Presidential candidates round off campaigns in hotly-contested Keystone state](https://westhillsgazette.com/presidential-candidates-round-off-campaigns-in-hotly-contested-keystone-state/) - In an election contest increasingly focused on Pennsylvania’s 20 Electoral College votes, both presidential candidates rounded off their campaigns with final stops in the Pittsburgh region this week. “Eighteen months ago, we kicked off the campaign at Teamsters Local 249 right here in Pittsburgh,” Democratic nominee Joe Biden said during a drive-in rally outside Heinz
- [Witnesses say shooting at Stowe tavern result of accidental discharge](https://westhillsgazette.com/witnesses-say-shooting-at-stowe-tavern-result-of-accidental-discharge/) - Allegheny County police are still investigating and have released no new details after announcing on the night of the incident that a woman was suffering from a “non-life-threatening” wound caused by a shooting in the 700-block of Broadway. The owner of the gun has not been identified. A woman grazed after a stray bullet tore
- [Sto-Rox considers launching middle school football team](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-considers-launching-middle-school-football-team/) - Sto-Rox school directors approved a plan put forward by Athletic Director LaRoi Johnson to launch a middle school football team starting next academic year. Johnson said establishing a seven-game season for seventh- and eighth graders will help prepare them for the high school team down the line. “I think that it will be a good
- [Robinson officials vow not to raise taxes](https://westhillsgazette.com/robinson-officials-vow-not-to-raise-taxes/) - As they prepare to pass next year’s budget, Robinson officials anticipate income losses but vow not to raise taxes or cut services. “We’re trying to be ultra-conservative with being able to hold the budget, but we want to be realistic as far as basing it on any false revenue that might be,” said Finance Committee
- [GOP refuses to concede as Dems hold off 2 of 3 challengers](https://westhillsgazette.com/gop-refuses-to-concede-as-dems-hold-off-2-of-3-challengers/) - Kulik’s opponent Danny DeVito and Lamb’s opponent Sean Parnell refused to concede their races at the time of printing. A nationally fraught election has played out no less turbulently in local and regional races, where two Republican challengers have yet to concede despite their Democratic opponents claiming victory.As it stands, the Associated Press has called
- [Crafton awarded $4.7 million to alleviate water, sewage issues](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-awarded-4-7-million-to-alleviate-water-sewage-issues/) - Crafton has recently been awarded more than $4.7 million as part of the Green Revitalization of Our Waterways (GROW) program to alleviate water and sewage issues in the borough. The Crafton Boulevard sewer separation project, which consists of separating portions of the combined stormwater and sewage lines on Clearview, Harris, Keever and Barr avenues and
- [Gazette 2.0 celebrates 3 years of local reporting](https://westhillsgazette.com/gazette-2-0-celebrates-3-years-of-local-reporting/) - Gazette 2.0 distributed its first print run on Nov. 5, 2017 to fill the community news gap created when the 125-year-old Suburban Gazette unexpectedly shuttered the previous month. Three years later, the revived newsroom is putting out close to 10,000 copies each month and continues to build support from readers and advertisers. Within that time,
- [Presidential candidates round off campaigns in hotly-contested Keystone State](https://westhillsgazette.com/presidential-candidates-round-off-campaigns-in-hotly-contested-keystone-state-2/) - Supporters of former Vice President Joe Biden gather in an overflow parking lot behind an invite-only drive-in event on Pittsburgh’s North Shore Nov. 2. The eyes of the world were fixed upon Western Pennsylvania Saturday morning, as final ballots were tallied and outstanding mail-in votes cast in Allegheny County were expected to determine the outcome
- [Suspended students may be required to learn online](https://westhillsgazette.com/suspended-students-may-be-required-to-learn-online/) - Taking advantage of district-wide technology upgrades, Sto-Rox administrators are pushing a policy revision that will require suspended students to complete assignments online while they’re barred from the classroom. Presenting to the board during the Oct. 22 agenda review session, Sam Weaver, assistant high school principal, told directors the policy change would help suspended students stay
- [Length of ballot count process strains already tense rivalries among voters](https://westhillsgazette.com/length-of-ballot-count-process-strains-already-tense-rivalries-among-voters/) - Joe Biden was named the 46th President on Saturday, Nov. 7. The call doesn't come without its fair share of strain and questioning if the results are valid. The maps illustrated above show different results from decades past, just going to show how our country has flip-flopped between the parties. On Saturday morning Nov. 7,
- [Is the stress really worth your long-term health?](https://westhillsgazette.com/is-the-stress-really-worth-your-long-term-health/) - Celebrated the first week of November, Stress Awareness Week was created in 2018 to cover awareness for stress-related issues. Although this week will have passed by the time you read this, it’s more relevant than ever in today's society. It’s sadly ironic that the week also happened to fall on probably one of the most
- [We don’t need another gas station in McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/we-dont-need-another-gas-station-in-mckees-rocks/) - After reading the Oct. 29 Gazette issue regarding the GetGo gas station at the former Pat Catan’s site (Chartiers Avenue) I was very disturbed regarding this decision to build near many homes and a busy intersection. How many gas stations are needed in McKees Rocks? There is a GetGo gas station less than a five-minute
- [It’s OK to vote your own way](https://westhillsgazette.com/its-ok-to-vote-your-own-way/) - “You are voting for (name of local pol), right?” I overheard one neighbor ask another last week. “I’m not, I’m voting for the other guy.” came the reply. “He’s not a Democrat!” “I know, but I asked (local pol) if they’d call for an investigation of the governor for sending covid into old folks homes,
- [Support your local shops this upcoming holiday season](https://westhillsgazette.com/support-your-local-shops-this-upcoming-holiday-season/) - While I want to use this column to discuss issues pending in Harrisburg, the reality is that, right now, there are not many new developments. We have been in recess as a result of the election season, and our primary focus, when we return to the Capitol next week, will be on budget issues. We
- [We can do better, stop settling for the lesser of two evils](https://westhillsgazette.com/we-can-do-better-stop-settling-for-the-lesser-of-two-evils/) - The lesser of two evils should be the exception, not the rule. Surveying the political landscape as the 2020 elections have gone and past, it’s not difficult to see where most people’s loyalty lies. From the local precincts to the highest office in the land, this election year has been quite the spectacle and mostly
- [Our job is to be impartial, so please let us do our jobs](https://westhillsgazette.com/our-job-is-to-be-impartial-so-please-let-us-do-our-jobs/) - It’s been a politically charged climate for quite a while now. For the past several months, people have been yelling and screaming about who you should vote for and why the other side is wrong. Opposing protests have become screaming matches and, sadly, some have resorted to violent acts. News outlets have been dealt with
- [Meet Attorney William F. Caye II, who has a ‘profound place for service’](https://westhillsgazette.com/meet-attorney-william-f-caye-ii-who-has-a-profound-place-for-service/) - William F. (“Bill”) Caye II went to Duquesne University Law School to pursue a career in law for reasons close to his heart — his family. Caye’s grandfather was killed in an industrial accident. The treatment Caye’s grandmother, mother and uncle received from caring lawyers left a lasting impact on him. “The treatment my family
- [Is there any truth that your computer is spying on you?](https://westhillsgazette.com/is-there-any-truth-that-your-computer-is-spying-on-you/) - Have you had that creepy feeling that your computer or phone is listening in on your conversations? Maybe one day you’re sitting with your friends and talking about the cute pair of boots you bought at DSW. An hour later, as you're scrolling through Facebook, an ad for DSW pops up touting their latest shoe
- [Everything has a price, so what’s the cost of money?](https://westhillsgazette.com/everything-has-a-price-so-whats-the-cost-of-money/) - → Did you know that currency is defined as a system of money used in a country? The British Pound is the official currency of the United Kingdom (GBP), which they use in Great Britain and its territories. It divides the British Pound into 100 pence. Exactly like the U.S. dollar split into 100 cents. The singular
- [How did political parties become the central part of society?](https://westhillsgazette.com/how-did-political-parties-become-the-central-part-of-society/) - “However [political parties] may now and then answer popular ends, they are likely in the course of time and things, to become potent engines, by which cunning, ambitious, and unprincipled men will be enabled to subvert the power of the people and to usurp for themselves the reins of government, destroying afterwards the very engines
- [Lindy Paving closes on former Shenango Coke Works, plans for site unknown](https://westhillsgazette.com/lindy-paving-closes-on-former-shenango-coke-works-plans-for-site-unknown/) - The Shenango smokestacks were demolished in May of 2018. A brownfield site targeted by a coalition of regional stakeholders who hoped to steer the course of its development has been sold to Beaver County-based Lindy Paving, Inc. Despite handing over nearly $5.5 million at the Nov. 6 closing, Lindy’s marketing director Jessica McKinney said the
- [Rippole resigns Sto-Rox board](https://westhillsgazette.com/rippole-resigns-sto-rox-board/) - Shyanne Rippole resigned her seat as Stowe's second-ward representative on the Sto-Rox school board during the district’s Nov. 19 business meeting. Rippole, who was first elected to the position in Dec. 2017, declined to comment on her reasons for stepping down. President Samantha Levitzki-Wright praised her service to the board, and the political spirit she
- [Council press on with business items despite sound issues](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-press-on-with-business-items-despite-sound-issues/) - Despite technical issues cutting short its Nov. 10 virtual business meeting, McKees Rocks Council moved forward with motions lowering the town’s amusement tax rate, approving artwork for a saltbox decorating contest and accepting a resignation request from the code enforcement officer. Forestry initiative Slated for the top of the agenda, Kinsey Miller, a community forester
- [2020 local election results](https://westhillsgazette.com/2020-local-election-results/) - The 2020 elections have been fraught with confusion and alleged voter fraud. While the presidential election is still not official, the local elections have been less controversial. These are the results for the senate seats and representative's for our areas: Representative in the General Assembly, 27th District (vote 1) Democrat: Dan Deasy 25,995 (96.08%) Crafton
- [Abandoned property purchase much harder than it appears](https://westhillsgazette.com/abandoned-property-purchase-much-harder-than-it-appears/) - Don Tollan’s plan to purchase the abandoned rowhouse located at 5 Olivia St. in Stowe has hit a brick wall. A resident of Stowe Township for more than 28 years, as well as a landlord, Tollan said his failed attempts to appeal to the Sto-Rox school directors and Stowe’s board of commissioners for tax forgiveness
- [New assistant principal, board member sworn in at meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-assistant-principal-board-member-sworn-in-at-meeting/) - When the calendar turns to 2021, Carlynton Junior-Senior High School will have a new assistant principal. The school board approved the hiring of Emily Skirtich as the new assistant principal, with a start date on or about Jan. 12. Skirtich is employed at Freedom Area High School where she is a 10th grade communications teacher
- [Districts scale back in response to coronavirus surge](https://westhillsgazette.com/districts-scale-back-in-response-to-coronavirus-surge/) - The Carlynton School District is one of many local schools temporarily shuttering its doors in response to a spike in Allegheny County COVID-19 cases. “This pivot in our plan will allow for fewer students to be in the buildings at one time, in essence increasing social distancing and decreasing opportunities for exposure." — Montour Superintendent
- [Italian American War Veterans honor local leaders with awards](https://westhillsgazette.com/italian-american-war-veterans-honor-local-leaders-with-awards/) - Senator-elect Devlin Robinson with Tony Ficarri National Commander of the Italian American War Veterans and Jim Bruder. After serving their country 40 years apart, Devlin Robinson and Jim Bruder stood together to receive awards for their current work in the community before a gathering of local veterans Nov. 12. Kennedy resident Tony Ficarri presided over
- [ALCOSAN approves purchase of Crivelli lot, local officials opposed](https://westhillsgazette.com/alcosan-approves-purchase-of-crivelli-lot-local-officials-opposed/) - More than a year after the Crivelli Chevrolet dealership in McKees Rocks closed, ALCOSAN approves purchase of the site for use with their Clean Water Plan. Despite pressure from local officials to consider alternative plans, the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) board authorized staff to acquire the former Crivelli Chevrolet property in McKees Rocks during
- [Yes, adults can have separation anxiety, too](https://westhillsgazette.com/yes-adults-can-have-separation-anxiety-too/) - What do you think of when you hear separation anxiety? You probably think of a young child who’s going off to preschool for the first time. It’s common for young children to show signs of fear when separated from their parents for the first time. It makes sense. Children rely solely on their parents for
- [We have to allow ourselves to mourn properly](https://westhillsgazette.com/we-have-to-allow-ourselves-to-mourn-properly/) - I’ve done quite a few funerals of late. Not on the scale of Father Regis Ryan at the Archangel Gabriel parish, whose comforting nature and older congregation have made him so in demand for funeral masses that he could likely administer the mass asleep, but more than usual for me. Truth be told, at Faithbridge,
- [Wrapping up 2020: House, Senate enter into late session budget talks](https://westhillsgazette.com/wrapping-up-2020-house-senate-enter-into-late-session-budget-talks/) - In a typical election year, neither the State House nor Senate would return to session until the start of the new year. However, 2020 has been anything but typical. COVID-19 cases continue to rise and issues associated with it continue to exist. Whether it is unemployment, utilities, rent and mortgage assistance, childcare or support for
- [Give thanks, be kind and look at the positive things in life](https://westhillsgazette.com/give-thanks-be-kind-and-look-at-the-positive-things-in-life/) - 'Welcome to the Table' turkey dinner at the McKees Rocks VFW on Nov. For many of us, this has been the most trying year of our lives. All the ties that bind us together as a community have been either frayed or damaged completely. When you’re feeling beaten down or overwhelmed, the best thing to
- [Whether your candidate won or not, show some class](https://westhillsgazette.com/whether-your-candidate-won-or-not-show-some-class/) - Well, the elections have been over for almost four weeks now. The election results have been announced, with the media calling former Vice President Joe Biden as the president elect. This comes as a sigh of relief for those who supported him and wanted President Donald Trump out of office. Although voter fraud lawsuits still
- [Where did COVID-19 derive its name from?](https://westhillsgazette.com/where-did-covid-19-derive-its-name-from/) - Name a word you wish you never had to hear again. Well in 2020, that top word might just be the coronavirus or COVID-19. Uttered non-stop on TV and in our conversations, it is enough to make you want to cover your ears and speak nonsensical words so you don’t have to hear it yet
- [Ethnic markets on the rise in western suburbs](https://westhillsgazette.com/ethnic-markets-on-the-rise-in-western-suburbs/) - Abdulkadir Chirambo, owner of East African Grocery in Stowe helping a customer. If you’re in the mood for Russian, Turkish, European, or even African foods, two new international markets have recently opened for business in the western suburbs. The markets join a variety of ethnic shops and restaurants already located within the Gazette 2.0 coverage
- [Vikings sweep conference titles, Johnson named Coach of the Year](https://westhillsgazette.com/vikings-sweep-conference-titles-johnson-named-coach-of-the-year/) - The Sto-Rox Vikings lost against Beaver Falls, 40-30 in the WPIAL Class 2A Championship Game on Nov. 24. The Sto-Rox Vikings football team put up a worthy fight this year. Between COVID-19 and a team made up of just four seniors, six juniors, 16 sophomores and one freshman (compared to last year’s 16 seniors), they
- [2020 Budget: COVID-19 fallout has Stowe cutting budgetary needs to the bone](https://westhillsgazette.com/2020-budget-covid-19-fallout-has-stowe-cutting-budgetary-needs-to-the-bone/) - As COVID-19 cases spike and uncertainty continues to linger, unemployment and other potential financial fallouts are forcing some local boards to budget conservatively. During the Stowe Township commissioner’s meeting on Nov. 10, Commissioner Kelly Cropper Hall, who chairs the finance and pension committee, introduced a significantly lower preliminary budget for 2021 than was approved for
- [Being a 'lame duck' has its perks, too](https://westhillsgazette.com/being-a-lame-duck-has-its-perks-too/) - If we can learn one lesson from the transitioning debacle of 1933, prohibiting access to information and hindering the progression of the incoming administration can cause the loss of American lives. → Did you know the term “lame duck” derives from the London Stock Exchange? In the 18th century, it referred to a stockbroker who
- [Cornell students reach regional Esports playoffs](https://westhillsgazette.com/cornell-students-reach-regional-esports-playoffs/) - Concluding its second competitive season, Cornell High School’s Esports team advanced to the playoffs of the North American Scholastic Esports Federation before suffering defeat in the first round of regional play Dec. 1. Entering through a soccer-style vehicular game called “Rocket League,” the team qualified by ending its regular season among the top 16 in
- [Protective cases secured for new student devices](https://westhillsgazette.com/protective-cases-secured-for-new-student-devices/) - Sto-Rox administrators Chris Captline (left) and Sam Weaver (right) help unload 1,500 laptop cases distributed by Leadership Pittsburgh using a $22,000 donation from Dollarbank. A group of regional professionals pulled together skills and resources to outfit Sto-Rox student Chromebooks with protective cases to help safeguard the district’s new devices from accidental knocks. Working together under
- [GOP candidates hold out hope for election result reversals](https://westhillsgazette.com/gop-candidates-hold-out-hope-for-election-result-reversals/) - Editor’s note: Since printing, the U.S. Supreme Court dismissed the filing with the following since-sentence order: "The application for injunctive relief presented to Justice Alito and by him referred to the Court is denied." Two local Republican candidates who appear to have lost their races are holding out hope for a favorable U.S. Supreme Court
- [Anti-discrimination policy in place for Crafton Borough](https://westhillsgazette.com/anti-discrimination-policy-in-place-for-crafton-borough/) - Crafton Borough is the 62nd of Pennsylvania’s 2,560 municipalities to adopt a non-discrimination policy. A unanimous vote on Nov. 23 created the new ordinance prohibiting discrimination within the borough of Crafton. The move also establishes an Equal Opportunity Board consisting of five members from the community who will hear complaints regarding discrimination within the municipality.
- [County officials warn of virus surge](https://westhillsgazette.com/county-officials-warn-of-virus-surge/) - As coronavirus cases have ratcheted up during recent weeks, Allegheny County officials are urging residents to limit all but essential public activity. Countywide, daily case counts have tallied above 500 every day following the Thanksgiving holiday, with regional hospitals warning of capacity shortages if trends continue. With daily new case in the county breaching 1,000
- [Carol Ann's opens again two months after fire](https://westhillsgazette.com/carol-anns-opens-again-two-months-after-fire/) - Owners Carol Ann and Paul Krisby in their newly renovated convenience store. Carol Ann’s convenience store reopened for business on Dec. 1., two months after a fire blazed through the multi-unit building that houses the store as well as several apartment units. Paul Krisby, who operates the business with his wife and company namesake Carol
- [Council president threatens legal action against ALCOSAN’s Crivelli acquisition](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-president-threatens-legal-action-against-alcosans-crivelli-acquisition/) - Before heading south for the winter, geese swimming on the Ohio River head toward the Chartiers Creek where ALCOSAN plans to purchase an adjacent McKees Rocks property. After Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) officials confirmed plans to acquire the former Crivelli Chevrolet dealership property late October, McKees Rocks Council President Paul Krisby issued a strongly-worded
- [Businesses struggle as state budget uses up remaining CARES Act funds](https://westhillsgazette.com/businesses-struggle-as-state-budget-uses-up-remaining-cares-act-funds/) - After more than 10 years in business, Owners Ray and Terry Hanis of Green Tree closed the Village Tavern and Trattoria in West End on Nov. 28. Continued revenue losses tied to COVID-19 restrictions and winter capacity went into the decision. Several months after Congress approved a $2 trillion stimulus bill to prop up the
- [With charter school reform scrapped, public budgetary struggles continue](https://westhillsgazette.com/with-charter-school-reform-scrapped-public-budgetary-struggles-continue/) - State plans for charter school reform took a back seat after the onset of COVID-19 this year. Smaller public schools like Sto-Rox and Cornell continue struggling to fund these charters. A stated priority of Gov. Tom Wolf and Democratic lawmakers earlier in the year, charter school reform proposals were no longer a talking point when
- [Electronics included in Stowe's new waste removal agreement](https://westhillsgazette.com/electronics-included-in-stowes-new-waste-removal-agreement/) - Starting January 2021, Valley Waste Service will begin collecting and recycling e-waste from Stowe Township residents on the fourth Thursday of each month. During Stowe's Board of commissioners’ regular meeting held in October, the board voted unanimously to utilize Valley Service’s e-waste collection services at a new rate of $23.39 per month, a total of
- [Being insulted only hurts you, not the offending party](https://westhillsgazette.com/being-insulted-only-hurts-you-not-the-offending-party/) - The great author Stephen Covey told a story to his audience about how we are powerful to “carry our own weather.” In the story, he says imagine you’re driving to work one day and a car pulls out in front of you. You slam on your brakes and avoid wrecking into them, but they were
- [Hypocrisy can't lead, because people won't follow](https://westhillsgazette.com/hypocrisy-cant-lead-because-people-wont-follow/) - Early on in this weird year of pandemic a very ugly trend began. Dr. Anthony Fauci, the government’s face of COVID-19, issued a missive stating that everyone must wear masks in any public setting… and was promptly photographed at a Washington Nationals baseball game without a covering for his face. He admitted to a lapse
- [Thank you for the privilege of being your state representative](https://westhillsgazette.com/thank-you-for-the-privilege-of-being-your-state-representative/) - First, let me express my thanks for the privilege of serving as your state representative, and for the privilege of being able to do so for two more years. As I write this, we are in between formal sessions — Nov. 30, was the official end to the 2019-20 Legislative Session. The new term begins
- [When did people become so privileged and mindless?](https://westhillsgazette.com/when-did-people-become-so-privileged-and-mindless/) - Protests have become commonplace in 2020, such as this one that took place in Coraopolis back in June. There’s been a phenomenon going on for the past few decades. People in this country have become increasingly weak-minded, rude and ignorant to the world around them. Which is ironic, because we live in an age where
- [Your gut and brain are one in the same, take care of them the same](https://westhillsgazette.com/your-gut-and-brain-are-one-in-the-same-take-care-of-them-the-same/) - Let’s talk about your gut. It’s associated with digesting and distributing nutrients from food throughout your body. But the role it plays is much more vital to health than that. The “gut” for short, also known as the gastrointestinal tract is a complex group of bodily functions. The mouth, esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, gallbladder, small
- [Skepticism over fast-tracking new vaccine continues](https://westhillsgazette.com/skepticism-over-fast-tracking-new-vaccine-continues/) - → Did you know because of the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccine regulators’ fast-tracked steps toward approval? The Food and Drug Administration can permit emergency authorization for the use of a COVID-19 vaccine in the third phase of clinical trials. If the results show the vaccine is safe and effective, then it will receive the
- [Sister Aimee served as a harbinger of positivity during a dark time](https://westhillsgazette.com/sister-aimee-served-as-a-harbinger-of-positivity-during-a-dark-time/) - Although COVID-19 has felt like the end of the world to some, pandemics are nothing new here in the United States. In February 1918, the world went through the Great Spanish Flu pandemic with 500 million people contracting the disease worldwide. Nearly 50 million people total died with 600,000 here at home losing their battle
- [Duo hopes work will inspire others to help those less fortunate](https://westhillsgazette.com/duo-hopes-work-will-inspire-others-to-help-those-less-fortunate/) - Tiffany Battaglini-Leitner of Coraopolis (pictured above) along with Danielle Spisak donated much needed food and school supplies to the local food pantry. In true holiday spirit, Sto-Rox alumni donations coordinator Danielle Spisak, surprised the borough of Coraopolis when she donated school supplies for Coraopolis Youth Creations (CYC) and food to the borough food pantry. Spisak
- [Borough highlights successes for 2020, touts no tax increase](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-highlights-successes-for-2020-touts-no-tax-increase/) - President Robb Cardimen delivered his annual “State of the Borough” address during the final Coraopolis council meeting of 2020 on Dec. 9. During the address, delivered to an empty room because of COVID-19 precautions, Cardimen highlighted the successes Coraopolis achieved during the past year, despite the pandemic. These successes include no tax increase, expanding digital
- [Presidential inauguration ceremony set to be online-only](https://westhillsgazette.com/presidential-inauguration-ceremony-set-to-be-online-only/) - If you were planning on making the drive to Washington, D.C. for the Jan. 20 inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden, you may want to pump the brakes and reconsider those plans. In response to social distancing concerns related to the pandemic, ticketing plans have been modified for the inaugural ceremonies to significantly limit attendance. Under
- [Electoral College names Biden President-elect](https://westhillsgazette.com/electoral-college-names-biden-president-elect/) - Following weeks of contests over Joe Biden’s election win in several key states, the Electoral College confirmed Biden as President-elect when it convened Dec 14. President Trump has repeatedly contested this year’s election results, which relied on an unprecedented number of mail-in ballots as a result of the Coronavirus outbreak. However, most of the lawsuits
- [Resident discouraged from taking matters into his own hands](https://westhillsgazette.com/resident-discouraged-from-taking-matters-into-his-own-hands/) - A Stowe Township resident is threatening to take matters into his own hands if parking issues at Pleasant Ridge housing plan cannot be resolved. “I am going to go out this week, buy a five-inch white wash brush, a gallon of yellow paint, closest to the school bus yellow I can find, and I am
- [New fire chief in McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-fire-chief-in-mckees-rocks/) - During a board meeting Dec. 16, the McKees Rocks Volunteer Fire Department appointed Donald Baird as its new chief beginning Jan. 1 2021. Baird will replace Nick Radoycis, who has served as the department’s chief for the majority of the company’s 37-year tenure. Baird said his appointment was part-anticipated, part-spontaneous. “The department felt we could
- [Ewing Road work delayed](https://westhillsgazette.com/ewing-road-work-delayed/) - Scheduled work to repair damage caused by a landslide on Ewing Road near its intersection with Route 51 in Kennedy Township has been delayed indefinitely according to PennDOT officials. In anticipation of the work, the transportation department installed signage signaling a detour, however the project was postponed before work got underway, according to Steve Cowan,
- [Reorganization: Levitzki-Wright maintains presidency, Cooper named VP](https://westhillsgazette.com/reorganization-levitzki-wright-maintains-presidency-cooper-named-vp/) - During a Dec. 10 meeting to reorganize the board ahead of the new year, Sto-Rox’s current president Samantha Levitzki-Wright fended off a challenge to her leadership while Director Alice Cooper accepted a nomination as the board’s new vice president. Levitzki-Wright’s challenger, Lucille Young, was absent from the meeting but picked up a nomination from the
- [School News: Summer program to help students left behind by COVID-19](https://westhillsgazette.com/summer-program-to-help-students-left-behind-by-covid-19/) - Carlynton School District will start offering a summer program for special needs students who fell behind due to remote learning. With a lengthy school closure this spring because of the pandemic, Carlynton officials are developing a plan to help special education students recover lost skills. Sara Hoffman, Carlynton director of special education and pupil services,
- [In addition to ALCOSAN rate hike, borough considers 39% sewage rate increase](https://westhillsgazette.com/in-addition-to-alcosan-rate-hike-borough-considers-39-sewage-rate-increase/) - Passed immediately after, the $4.5 million general budget anticipates growth of approximately $100,000 from 2020 when differences in budget-neutral Tax Anticipated Note loans are taken into account. The McKees Rocks council passed a general budget during its Dec. 15 business meeting, but held off on approving a sewer budget while it works to reach a
- [Cuts in store for public works programming](https://westhillsgazette.com/cuts-in-store-for-public-works-programming/) - Passed by the board of commissioners Dec. 7, Robinson’s 2021 budget forecasts a 7% revenue dip as a consequence of ongoing economic headwinds resulting from the coronavirus pandemic. The budget holds property taxes steady at 3.2 mils and calls for a $124,000 transfer from the general savings fund to prop up programing. “We’re trying to
- [McKees Rocks approves ALCOSAN lawsuit](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-approves-alcosan-lawsuit/) - The McKees Rocks council upped the ante in its dispute with the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) Dec. 15, by approving legal firm Maiello Brungo and Maiello to file an injunction against the former Crivelli dealership property which the sanitary authority recently bought for $2.05 million. Council members did not discuss details of their legal
- [Schools adjust to constantly evolving coronavirus outlook](https://westhillsgazette.com/schools-adjust-to-constantly-evolving-coronavirus-outlook/) - School districts have had to continuously adapt to the ever-changing rise and fall of the COVID-19 outbreak, switching between virtual learning, hybrid and in-person classes. Sto-Rox, Carlynton and Cornell all mandated a period of virtual-only days across late November and early December and said they planned to monitor conditions before making commitments beyond then. With
- [Stowe President says violent crime a result of virus](https://westhillsgazette.com/stowe-president-says-violent-crime-a-result-of-virus/) - A 22-year-old female died after a shooting on Dec. 5 next to the True Diamonds in Stowe. Reflecting on several weeks of ramped up violence in the Stowe Township community, Commissioner’s President Robin Parilla believes the fallout from the coronavirus pandemic is a contributing factor. “History tells me anything coming toward the holiday…crime goes up
- [A look back at the past year's news](https://westhillsgazette.com/a-look-back-at-the-past-years-news/) - Join us as we look back on the highs and lows from a year that’s sure to mark the pages of history and haunt living memories for years to come. (Photos)
- [The 'Christmas Star' is a reminder of hope after a dark year](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-christmas-star-is-a-reminder-of-hope-after-a-dark-year/) - There’s no easy way to sugar coat what kind of year 2020 has been and just these words alone aren’t going to make anyone’s life easier. That being said, there is still something magical about this time of year. From the time when I was little through working many years of retail to where I
- [Don’t let 2020 steal the joy sent to bring you hope](https://westhillsgazette.com/dont-let-2020-steal-the-joy-sent-to-bring-you-hope/) - In the ever-lovely “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” we hear Charlie’s security blanket-toting friend Linus quote a line from the Gospel of Luke. “Behold, I bring you tidings of great joy that will be to all the people.” All these decades later, that ancient truth serves this year as a breath of fresh air. Ironically, Linus
- [Representatives forming bi-partisan caucus for state House](https://westhillsgazette.com/representatives-forming-bi-partisan-caucus-for-state-house/) - I cannot remember a time in my life where a new year has been more anticipated and welcomed than 2021. The past year was bad on so many levels and unfortunately, the recovery from it will take us far into this new year. It is hard to imagine overcoming the unanticipated loss of health and
- [Teachers and students have had it tough this year](https://westhillsgazette.com/teachers-and-students-have-had-it-tough-this-year/) - Students and teachers, like those from the Robinson Township Christian School have had a difficult year navigating the various COVID restrictions. This year has no doubt presented a vast array of challenges for workers across every field. Healthcare workers and restaurant workers were two groups heavily hit by the COVID-19 fallout. But there’s one group
- [Hormonal imbalances affect everyone, some worse than others](https://westhillsgazette.com/hormonal-imbalances-affect-everyone-some-worse-than-others/) - The phrase “hormonal imbalance” is nothing new and certainly not unheard of. In fact, it’s so common that, on average, most people will experience some sort of imbalance during their lifetimes (Medical News Today). More often, when you think of how hormones can affect someone, you might think of a menstruating or menopausal woman, AKA
- [1930s McKees Rocks judge offers proof of mythical being](https://westhillsgazette.com/1930s-mckees-rocks-judge-offers-proof-of-mythical-being/) - Allegheny County Judge Michael A. Musmanno, from McKees Rocks, shocked the city when he provided proof of the existence of Santa Claus. Tis’ the season where Santa Claus reigns supreme. You know, the jolly old elf that lives at the North Pole bringing toys to all the good girls and boys while wearing a red
- [ALCOSAN: Councilman invites community to ‘unite to fight this injustice’](https://westhillsgazette.com/alcosan-councilman-invites-community-to-unite-to-fight-this-injustice/) - The Borough of McKees Rocks has been working hard to increase its base, improve and expand municipal services provided and make McKees Rocks a better place to live, work, play and worship. Thanks to a new development and better management, the borough has been able to improve its credit rating (and reduce its financing costs)
- [Neville Island's growth forecast bucks pandemic slowdown trend](https://westhillsgazette.com/neville-islands-growth-forecast-bucks-pandemic-slowdown-trend/) - While many neighboring municipalities have scaled back revenue projections for 2021 in anticipation of lingering headwinds from the coronavirus fallout, Neville commissioners passed a general fund budget Dec. 10 with increased income and spending forecasts. Overall, the new budget predicts income and expenses to balance at $1.54 million in 2021, up from the $1.47 million
- [Crafton approves 1 mill increase to property tax](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-approves-1-mill-increase-to-property-tax/) - Property taxes in Crafton will be going up in 2021. Council voted Dec. 14 to increase taxes for the 2021 fiscal year from 7.59 to 8.59 mills, with 6.17 mills earmarked for the borough’s general purpose fund and 2.42 mills allocated for a “Special Road Improvement Fund.” Crafton last increased taxes in 2016. A Crafton
- [Kennedy reinstates road program, hikes sewage rates for 2021](https://westhillsgazette.com/kennedy-reinstates-road-program-hikes-sewage-rates-for-2021/) - Despite widespread headwinds resulting from the coronavirus pandemic, Kennedy commissioners passed a 2021 budget projecting $1.25 million in new revenue while maintaining current property tax rates. Totaling $15.6 million, the budget passed on Dec. 30 allocates $10.5 million to the general fund, $4.6 million for sewage and $425,000 for liquid fuel. Treasurer and Interim Manager
- [A look back, Part II — Coach fired and political vandalism a hallmark of 2020](https://westhillsgazette.com/a-look-back-part-ii-coach-fired-and-political-vandalism-a-hallmark-of-2020/) - State Rep. Anita Kulik's Carnegie office was chalked with the phrases, "Blue Lives Matter" and “Marxist” on Aug. 8. Editor’s note: Join us as we look back on the highs and lows of the second half of 2020. News of note from January through June was previously chronicled in the Dec. 24 edition and is
- [Endless buffering: Local schools try to solve students’ internet access issues on their own](https://westhillsgazette.com/endless-buffering-local-schools-try-to-solve-students-internet-access-issues-on-their-own/) - Carla Rathway could hear her youngest son's frustration from the other room. She knew the clamor meant the internet was acting up again and keeping 12-year-old Preston from his school work. It happened all the time... (Photos)
- [Meet Lynne Deliman: ‘2020 Person of the Year’](https://westhillsgazette.com/meet-lynne-deliman-2020-person-of-the-year/) - Lynne Deliman’s tireless work in the community helped fill a dark and difficult year with many bright moments. Readers overwhelmingly backed Deliman for Gazette 2.0’s second annual Person of the Year award citing her lifelong devotion and service to “The Rocks.” Deliman, who serves as photographer with the Gazette 2.0 team, was surprised by the
- [Council president disagrees with fire chief naming](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-president-disagrees-with-fire-chief-naming/) - Following news that the McKees Rocks Volunteer Fire Department had ousted its chief of 28 years during a December board meeting, Council President Paul Krisby has vowed to override the department’s vote and install a new chief at January’s borough meeting. Krisby stated his intent in a letter, co-signed by Mayor Jack Muhr, sent to
- [Claims of illegal billboard approvals may land Robinson Township in](https://westhillsgazette.com/claims-of-illegal-billboard-approvals-may-land-robinson-township-in/) - Robinson Township-branded LED signs popping up around the municipality have garnered complaints from residents as to aesthetics and safety, while advertising behemoth Lamar Advantage has taken note and joined with two residents in filing related lawsuits. The suits accuse Robinson Township of approving signage contracts Lamar claims bypassed multiple legal processes. Specifically, the two suits
- [In 20 years, how will we look back on the past year?](https://westhillsgazette.com/in-20-years-how-will-we-look-back-on-the-past-year/) - As we happily (and with great anticipation of better times) welcome 2021, I think back to New Year's Day 2000. At that time, it seemed that all we had to worry about was a possible worldwide internet crash, an event that mercifully never happened. I recall watching the ball drop and then immediately joining with
- [How prepared are you to go down the political rabbit hole?](https://westhillsgazette.com/how-prepared-are-you-to-go-down-the-political-rabbit-hole/) - It’s often said that history repeats. Some people will claim if it doesn’t repeat, it rhymes. The refrain this year is “Stop the steal.” Four years ago, it was “Not my President.” Each political party has had its turn to question the legitimacy of the presidential election. Both sides agree on one thing, kinda, and
- [Why do these faithful servants choose to walk away?](https://westhillsgazette.com/why-do-these-faithful-servants-choose-to-walk-away/) - I love my vocation, so let me get that out there to start. I was asked to write on this topic a few weeks ago, and needed some time to think it through, because my only experience with this is through others I know and love who’ve opted out. Why do pastors quit the pastorate?
- [Hindsight is 2020: Does this year promise to be any different?](https://westhillsgazette.com/hindsight-is-2020-does-this-year-promise-to-be-any-different/) - The beginning of the year is usually a time when spirits are high and people are motivated to change their lives. Fitness centers see an influx of people wanting to lose weight (our very own Columnist David Ficarri is aiming to lose 25 pounds.) Motivational books fly off the shelves. People around the country are
- [Try to find some positivity in the new year](https://westhillsgazette.com/try-to-find-some-positivity-in-the-new-year/) - It’s officially a new year. It should be an exciting time as people start checking off their New Year’s resolutions. Resolutions are meant to motivate people to make positive changes in their lives. But, with the past year being so stressful and negatively impacting the lives of thousands, and with no promise that it will
- [The presidential inauguration didn’t always occur on Jan. 20](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-presidential-inauguration-didnt-always-occur-on-jan-20/) - → Did you know the first inauguration of George Washington took place on April 30, 1789? Thereafter, all subsequent inaugurations from 1793 to 1933, were held on March 4th. This date was idyllic for election officials to gather election returns and for the newly elected candidates to travel to the capital. With technological advances in transportation,
- [Spotlight: Sto-Rox teacher recalls 53 years with the district](https://westhillsgazette.com/spotlight-sto-rox-teacher-recalls-53-years-with-the-district/) - Name: Sherine Raymond Sherine Raymond has been either a student or a teacher with the Sto-Rox School district for 53 of its 55-year existence. A McKees Rocks resident, Raymond graduated from Sto-Rox High School in 1977 and went on to get her teaching degree. Having fallen in love with the school she graduated from, she
- [Women’s suffrage: Passage by House in 1918 paves way for constitutional amendment](https://westhillsgazette.com/womens-suffrage-passage-by-house-in-1918-paves-way-for-constitutional-amendment/) - Women’s rights have had a rocky history throughout the world and, specifically, within our own country. It’s only been a little over 100 years since women have been granted the right to vote in the United States. On Jan. 10, 1918, during the midst of the first World War, a women’s suffrage amendment granting women
- [Crafton ousts second manager in less than 12 months](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-ousts-second-manager-in-less-than-12-months/) - The Crafton council approved its second manager termination in less than 12 months during a Dec. 14 business meeting. The motion to release Manager Russell McKibben passed 5-2, with councilmembers Fred Amendola and Coletta Perry dissenting. Prior to the roll-call, Amendola said the vote on the table was retroactively verifying a termination agreement signed two
- [Residents, community leaders explore NAACP chapter](https://westhillsgazette.com/residents-community-leaders-explore-naacp-chapter/) - Local leaders are looking to bring together McKees Rocks and surrounding communities to push for racial justice by forming a new branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Participants in a Jan. 9 exploratory conference call discussed how a local chapter could build up political representation, create better opportunities for
- [Lamb: Impeachment vote ‘wasn't about politics' but 'public safety'](https://westhillsgazette.com/lamb-impeachment-vote-wasnt-about-politics-but-public-safety/) - U.S. Rep. Conor Lamb (D-17) has issued a statement defending his vote to impeach President Donald Trump for the second time. “This impeachment vote was bipartisan because it wasn’t about politics,” Lamb said in his statement. “This is about public safety.” The House brought an article of impeachment against Trump for “inciting an insurrection against
- [Coraopolis holds line on 2021 property taxes in yearly budget](https://westhillsgazette.com/coraopolis-holds-line-on-2021-property-taxes-in-yearly-budget/) - Coraopolis council held the line on 2021 property taxes while anticipating receipt of about $40,000 less in revenue for 2021 based on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty surrounding potential revenues. Although cuts were made in the capital improvements and public safety portions of the $4.97 million 2021 budget adopted Dec. 9, an increase in
- [Outbreak sweeps ‘The Willows’ senior living facility](https://westhillsgazette.com/outbreak-sweeps-the-willows-senior-living-facility/) - Kennedy Township senior living facility The Residence at Willow Lane has been hit by a surge of COVID-19 cases in recent weeks, affecting both staff and resident populations. According to data compiled by Pennsylvania’s Department of Health, the senior living facility remained almost entirely free of cases until the week of Nov. 23, when five
- [State infrastructure check presented](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-infrastructure-check-presented/) - State Rep. Anita Kulik joined Kennedy officials at the township’s Jan. 14 business meeting to present a $238,000 check earmarked for sewage upgrades. The grant, fronted by Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection, will fund a sewer line repair along Clever Road near its intersection with Maple Lane. Interim Manager Mel Weinstein said he expects bids
- [Communities talk open seats ahead of February nominations](https://westhillsgazette.com/communities-talk-open-seats-ahead-of-february-nominations/) - With the 2021 municipal elections quickly approaching, residents in our readership area have less than one month to decide if they want to run for office, and voters will once again be asked to go to the polls and decide on leadership in their communities. The municipal primaries will be held on May 18 across
- [Paul Krisby’s resignation paves way for new council president](https://westhillsgazette.com/paul-krisbys-resignation-paves-way-for-new-council-president/) - In the wake of former President Paul Krisby’s unexpected resignation, council members elected a slate of new leaders during a business meeting Jan. 12. Emerging as the leader of a head-to-head contest with Councilmember Chas Maritz, Councilmember Archie Brinza became the new president by a 6-1 vote. Council also appointed Leslie Gee as its new
- [Township raises pay for part-time police officers](https://westhillsgazette.com/township-raises-pay-for-part-time-police-officers/) - Stowe commissioners unanimously adopted a motion Jan. 12 to increase the starting wage for part-time police officers in the township from $15 to $18 an hour. The decision comes after Officer Jonathan Short tendered his resignation with the department, effective Jan. 24. He left for a full-time position with the neighboring Coraopolis department, where his
- [Owners elated service industry restrictions are again lifted](https://westhillsgazette.com/owners-elated-service-industry-restrictions-are-again-lifted/) - After the second wave of pandemic-related lockdowns expired Jan. 4, restaurant and bar owners in our readership area are not only grateful for the opportunity to restore dining options, but for loyal customers who supported them over the past year. Staying in business and surviving the second lockdown required restaurant owners to make changes to
- [Sewage billing back-ups leave residents feeling drained](https://westhillsgazette.com/sewage-billing-back-ups-leave-residents-feeling-drained/) - Area residents are letting loose with complaints in response to sewage billing backups on the part of Berkheimer Associates. According to those utility users, quarterly bills from earlier in the year were so far delayed that they arrived immediately before the following billing cycle was issued. “It’s basically like a double bill,” said Randie Trump,
- [Former council president blindsides volunteer firefighters over new chief](https://westhillsgazette.com/former-council-president-blindsides-volunteer-firefighters-over-new-chief/) - McKees Rocks firefighters say they’ve fallen victim to political cronyism after learning former council president Paul Krisby appointed a neighboring fire chief to take charge of the borough’s volunteer company. Krisby’s letter confirming the appointment to Allegheny County’s emergency service division followed closely on the heels of a member-wide vote to replace long-time chief Nick
- [How will we look back on current events in 30 years?](https://westhillsgazette.com/how-will-we-look-back-on-current-events-in-30-years/) - The year is 2048. “GranBorg AIHD, can you tell us what it was like when you were growing up?” “Sure kids, gather ‘round at let me tell you a story. It was the Year 2020. You know how Cyborg Gates is now the President of Oceania, well, back in my day we lived in a
- [We'll only intentionally move forward well](https://westhillsgazette.com/well-only-intentionally-move-forward-well/) - There’s an old Chinese curse that says, “May you live in interesting times.” I don’t know whether or not anyone uttered that in our general direction, but the times sure have been interesting over the 13 months since a little blurb appeared on the British Broadcasting Network about a cluster of virus cases in Wuhan,
- [New proposals could change state constitutional laws](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-proposals-could-change-state-constitutional-laws/) - I know many of us had hoped to start 2021 on a good note, but between the surge in COVID-19 cases and political unrest, that hope has to wait. The unrolling of the vaccine has given us hope that this year will see us gradually getting back to our normal lives. We just have to
- [Thank you for support through ups and downs](https://westhillsgazette.com/thank-you-for-support-through-ups-and-downs/) - Gazette 2.0 has been providing the westside of Pittsburgh with local news for more than three years now. Covering local news has its ups and downs. The support we receive from our towns, businesses and readers is paramount to our success. And we have a lot of support. Ushering in the New Year, the team
- [Our system needs a viable 3rd party, yesterday](https://westhillsgazette.com/our-system-needs-a-viable-3rd-party-yesterday/) - The United States needs a viable third political party and a better system. Our current system is set up not for the benefit of “We the People,” but rather for the benefit of the wealthy and corporate concerns. We demand a system of government where the incentive in Washington is not purely financial but about
- [They've become a way of life, but why?](https://westhillsgazette.com/theyve-become-a-way-of-life-but-why/) - The Illuminati, associated with the pyramid and an eye in the middle, is sometimes used to explain government conspiracy theories. Starting during the Revolutionary War, it is often used by theorists to explain away unusual or bizarre scenarios. → Did you know the definition of conspiracy theory is a belief that some covert influential organization is responsible
- [This isn’t the first time Americans have stormed the Capitol](https://westhillsgazette.com/this-isnt-the-first-time-americans-have-stormed-the-capitol/) - January 6, 2021 will be a day that people remember where they were and what they were doing when they heard that supporters of President Donald Trump had breached the Capitol building in Washington, D.C. — just like people remember the details of their day on 9/11 or the Reagan assassination attempt. Protesters scaled all
- [Setting the Record Straight: McKees Rocks fire department history](https://westhillsgazette.com/setting-the-record-straight-mckees-rocks-fire-department-history/) - Dear Editor, Regarding the articles in the Jan. 7 and Jan. 21 editions of Gazette 2.0: Former McKees Rocks Council President Paul Krisby disagrees with the outcome of the election for Fire Chief of the McKees Rocks Independent Volunteer Fire Department and wants to appoint his own hand-picked person. Mr. Krisby’s reasoning is that the
- [A response to setting the record straight](https://westhillsgazette.com/a-response-to-setting-the-record-straight/) - Dear Editor, I am the victim of an unwarranted and unprovoked attack on my service to the McKees Rocks Volunteer Fire Department by someone who should know better. I was one of the 40 original members of the fire department when it was voted in by McKees Rocks Borough Council in May of 1983. I
- [Free financial literacy session available to Sto-Rox parents](https://westhillsgazette.com/free-financial-literacy-session-available-to-sto-rox-parents/) - A recently-appointed school director has teamed up with law school connections to put on a financial literacy presentation for members of the Sto-Rox community. Scheduled for Feb. 12, the one-hour informational session will provide free hints on credit management, budgeting and affordable borrowing options for investments like homes and student loans. Students, parents and other
- [Which area municipality will receive ‘Best Town’ honor?](https://westhillsgazette.com/which-area-municipality-will-receive-best-town-honor/) - Gazette 2.0 has covered the westside area of Pittsburgh since 2017. Each of our towns is unique and possesses qualities that make it an interesting place to live. Whether it’s the unlimited shopping, friendly neighbors, quiet environment or decades worth of history, each location has merits that could be considered as a contender for the best
- [Schools consider spending options for $8.5 million relief money](https://westhillsgazette.com/schools-consider-spending-options-for-8-5-million-relief-money/) - Area school districts have been boosted by more than $8.5 million in the latest round of coronavirus relief funding. Distributed Jan. 15 by Pennsylvania’s Department of Education, the funding came from remaining portions of the $2.2 trillion Federal CARES ACT passed by Congress in March 2020. Statewide, $2.2 billion was distributed to public districts using
- [STO-ROX: Adrienne Roberts to fill school board vacancy](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-adrienne-roberts-to-fill-school-board-vacancy/) - The Sto-Rox school board is back to full strength after directors appointed Adrienne Roberts to fulfill the remainder of former director Shyanne Rippole’s vacated term during the Jan. 28 legislative meeting. Roberts, a Stowe resident, won the nomination by a 5-3 margin over Dan Sleva, another Stowe resident who sought the position. During her interview
- [Council votes down sewage hike, confirms fire chief selection](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-votes-down-sewage-hike-confirms-fire-chief-selection/) - Although council agreed not to raise the borough’s sewage fees from $4.32 to $6.00 per thousand gallons, it still had to pass a new ordinance to reflect raises put in place by the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN), which charges a separate fee. During a special meeting Jan. 27, the McKees Rocks council voted down
- [Borough adds additional slot for public comments](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-adds-additional-slot-for-public-comments/) - The Crafton council will once again begin hearing public comments at the end of their meetings, after a number of residential complaints. The decision was made after the borough’s Jan. 14 meeting when local Crafton resident Alice Glasser asked council to begin permitting public comments at the end of each meeting. “We would always have
- [$1 million development grant to jumpstart vacant housing project](https://westhillsgazette.com/1-million-development-grant-to-jumpstart-vacant-housing-project/) - A coalition of residents, borough officials and community development specialists are stepping out on an ambitious plan to overturn decades of decline in McKees Rocks. Setting the project in motion is a $1 million Redevelopment and Capital Assistance Program grant awarded to McKees Rocks in December. The grant will help launch a pilot community development
- [Councilman Anthony Saba resigns after 2 years](https://westhillsgazette.com/councilman-anthony-saba-resigns-after-2-years/) - Anthony Saba announced Jan. 28 that he is planning to resign his position on Crafton’s council. “I would like to announce to everyone on council, as well as the public, that I’ve come to the difficult decision that I will be resigning from borough council in the near future,” said Saba. Saba moved to Crafton
- [Slow rollout of vaccine causes fear, frustration](https://westhillsgazette.com/slow-rollout-of-vaccine-causes-fear-frustration/) - With the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine in recent weeks, area residents have voiced their concern over the slow distribution and lack of supply. Nearly two months after the FDA gave fast track approval to the first COVID-19 vaccine for use among the American public, locals are concerned by its slow distribution. “This whole vaccine
- [Are we hearing wrong, or is our country that backward?](https://westhillsgazette.com/are-we-hearing-wrong-or-is-our-country-that-backward/) - Have you ever been on a road trip with the music blasting loud when someone hits you with a mondegreen? What’s a mondegreen, you ask? Well, the term itself was coined in 1954 by a writer named Sylvia Wright. Essentially, it’s the mishearing or misinterpretation of a word or phrase, often in a song. So,
- [Shocked into upward motion during this crisis of our reality?](https://westhillsgazette.com/shocked-into-upward-motion-during-this-crisis-of-our-reality/) - If My people, who are called by My name, will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. ~ 2 Chronicles 7:14 I didn’t know Kelly Cody. All I know of her
- [New bill could change the way we handle future disasters](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-bill-could-change-the-way-we-handle-future-disasters/) - Pennsylvanians may soon have a say in how emergency situations are handled by the state government. The House has passed a bill (House Bill 55) that is now on its way to the Senate that if passed there will allow citizens to vote yes or no on a proposed Constitutional Amendment that would change the
- [If violent acts are preventable, who is to blame?](https://westhillsgazette.com/if-violent-acts-are-preventable-who-is-to-blame/) - There’s a common saying when it comes to violence: “If you see or hear something, say something.” That’s also a frequently used phrase perpetuated by domestic abuse advocacy groups. However, as with anything in life, it’s easier said than done. And, depending on where you’re from, there’s another saying: “snitches get stitches.” On Jan. 21,
- [COVID-19 has put a strain on available blood donations](https://westhillsgazette.com/covid-19-has-put-a-strain-on-available-blood-donations/) - Nearly a year into the global pandemic, COVID-19 has impacted almost every aspect of life. From closing down businesses to preventing people from seeing their families for the holidays, the novel coronavirus has been a major interruption. With an increase in blood needed coupled with a decrease in blood donated, blood banks are working tirelessly
- [OLSH Chargers sweep 4 consecutive games](https://westhillsgazette.com/olsh-chargers-sweep-4-consecutive-games/) - The Our Lady of Sacred Heart Chargers faced a tough section rival in the Sewickley Academy Panthers Jan. 19 at the Angela Activities Center. The Panthers used a slow-paced offense with a tenacious defense to try to slow down the Chargers. This proved ineffective in the first quarter as the Chargers raced to a 15-4
- [Fun facts: ‘The West Side is the Best Side’](https://westhillsgazette.com/fun-facts-the-west-side-is-the-best-side/) - → Did you know the western Ohio River communities of Crafton, Ingram, McKees Rocks, Stowe, Kennedy, Robinson, Neville Island and Coraopolis are among some of the oldest neighborhoods in the county? Not only do these neighborhoods have a unique history dating back to pre-revolutionary days, but each town has some hidden fun facts you may not
- [Coraopolis remained relatively unscathed during the 1918 flu](https://westhillsgazette.com/coraopolis-remained-relatively-unscathed-during-the-1918-flu/) - Beginning in January 1918, the Spanish Flu epidemic began to take hold around the world with over a third of the world’s population coming down with this new strain of flu. By April 1920 when the epidemic petered out, 500 million people died worldwide with 675,000 deaths occurring here in the United States. Within the
- [Two new officers join Stowe police force part-time](https://westhillsgazette.com/two-new-officers-join-stowe-police-force-part-time/) - Effective immediately, Stowe Township officials Feb. 9 hired police officers Justin Ball and Alex Carmody to join the squad. The new hires were approved by the board to join Stowe’s police department less than one month after the township approved a motion to increase part-time police officers’ starting wage from $15 to $18 an hour.
- [Administration urges reopening, union voices lingering concerns](https://westhillsgazette.com/administration-urges-reopening-union-voices-lingering-concerns/) - Sto-Rox administrators are urging movement toward full in-school reintegration but not all teachers and employees are on board. Administrators say the prolonged absence is taking a toll on many students and is particularly harming those who already lag behind. “It’s been shown that full-day attendance for students is necessary for their achievement,” Superintendent Frank Dalmas
- [Borough adopts new drug testing policy for public works employees](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-adopts-new-drug-testing-policy-for-public-works-employees/) - The Coraopolis Council approved a motion to eliminate random drug testing from the Public Works employee contract during their Feb. 10 regular meeting. The borough was nearly in full agreement over the contract with Local 1058, the union that represents the Public Works department in Coraopolis, until the attorneys requested that random drug testing be
- [Planning commission pushes for rezoning plan](https://westhillsgazette.com/planning-commission-pushes-for-rezoning-plan/) - The Crafton planning commission is ready to move forward with a rezoning plan outlined in the Crafton-Ingram Thrive Comprehensive Plan adopted in 2017. The plan designed to “enhance the boroughs’ small-town feel while propelling the communities forward” may be moving forward in Crafton with or without competitive state grant funding. In January, Lydia Herring, chairwoman
- [Nursing home staff speaks out](https://westhillsgazette.com/nursing-home-staff-speaks-out/) - Care home employees refused additional sick pay while recovering from the coronavirus say more could have been done to prevent the deaths of at least seven residents at a Kennedy senior living facility who also contracted the disease. “I just feel like they’re not handling it well at all and the way they are handling
- [Former fire chief fills council vacancy, vice president seat filled](https://westhillsgazette.com/former-fire-chief-fills-council-vacancy-vice-president-seat-filled/) - he McKees Rocks council unanimously appointed former fire chief Nicholas Radoycis to fill the vacancy created by former president Paul Krisby’s resignation in January. Former President Kathy Evich’s seat was meanwhile filled by second-ward resident John Malesnick, after her resignation was accepted immediately prior to the appointments at the beginning of the Feb. 9 business
- [Complaints emerge over ‘unsafe’ construction site](https://westhillsgazette.com/complaints-emerge-over-unsafe-construction-site/) - A construction site stalled by years of legal wrangling between a private property owner and Robinson Township has become a safety concern to several residents who voiced their complaints during the township’s Feb. 1 meeting. The focus of their frustration is growing mounds of gravel overlooking a residential road, which they said poses a safety
- [Club Erotica: Nuisance club or not?](https://westhillsgazette.com/club-erotica-nuisance-club-or-not/) - Following a bloody shooting match that left two dead and three wounded outside Club Erotica Jan. 29, some in the community are raising concerns the adult night club poses a broader safety threat to the public. One resident, Greggory Howell, said he’s planning to organize a protest to pressure local authorities into closing or relocating
- [Is love worth fighting for or a big waste of time?](https://westhillsgazette.com/is-love-worth-fighting-for-or-a-big-waste-of-time/) - Every year around Valentine’s Day, you’ll hear the popular refrains from the songbirds. On one side, there are the in love, everything is great, exchanging gifts and romantic gestures kind of people. Then, there is the “love is dumb, such a stupid holiday, why can’t I find a nice sugar mama” guy...but enough about me.
- [House pushes to allow for expired food donations in some cases](https://westhillsgazette.com/house-pushes-to-allow-for-expired-food-donations-in-some-cases/) - The Pennsylvania House of Representatives met the week of February 1. After a two-day snow delay, the House entered session to take up voting on several impactful bills. This past year, especially, countless Pennsylvanians were faced with food shortages for themselves and their families. More than ever, residents in need relied on food banks and
- [A good guy gets a much deserved gold jacket](https://westhillsgazette.com/a-good-guy-gets-a-much-deserved-gold-jacket/) - I’ve known Alan Faneca since we moved to McKees Rocks in 2005. At the time he was a giant man, a star offensive lineman for the Pittsburgh Steelers and a perpetual All-Pro. Within short order, he was also a Super Bowl champion, helping the Steelers to win “one for the thumb” in February 2006. By
- [Let the best among us take the lead in the political ring](https://westhillsgazette.com/let-the-best-among-us-take-the-lead-in-the-political-ring/) - Watching Congress come to blows as it considered for a second time whether to impeach former President Donald Trump, people on all sides of the spectrum agree Washington politics have reached a low-ebb probably unsurpassed since Watergate. With the national landscape apparently unfixable, we suggest taking a closer look at your local political representation. At
- [CRIMINAL MINDS: Notorious criminals that once walked our streets](https://westhillsgazette.com/criminal-minds-notorious-criminals-that-once-walked-our-streets/) - With the popularity of TV channels like Investigation Discovery showing us crime around the world, many of us have become true crime junkies doing a bit of crime-solving from the comfort of our armchairs. It’s easy to watch these channels and become disassociated from the reality that there are real people attached to these crimes
- [BLACK HISTORY MONTH: Recognizing the greats from our own backyard](https://westhillsgazette.com/black-history-month-recognizing-the-greats-from-our-own-backyard/) - Carter G. Woodson was coined the father of Black History Month after enstating a history week in 1926. → Did you know Black History Month is not only celebrated in the United States? Although it originated stateside in 1970, more recently the Netherlands, Ireland, and the United Kingdom adopted this holiday as well. Carter G.
- [Upgrades to clear up ‘garbled’ sound system issues](https://westhillsgazette.com/upgrades-to-clear-up-garbled-sound-system-issues/) - Coraopolis Borough Council is sinking about $2,400 into audio system upgrades in hopes of improving sound quality for online meetings and allowing for a return to roundtable workshop discussions in the council chambers. The purchase approval went forward Feb. 3 despite the absence of former president Robb Cardimen, who stepped down as president to become
- [AIU awards 10 grants to local schools](https://westhillsgazette.com/aiu-awards-10-grants-to-local-schools/) - Local school districts Sto-Rox and Cornell won an outsized share of the 53 grants distributed county-wide by the Allegheny Intermediary Unit (AIU) Feb. 1. Each totaling varying amounts up to $2,500, the AIU OnRamp grants were awarded to promote creative learning and engagement opportunities within the confines of remote learning. Applications were submitted by teachers.
- [Litigation against ALCOSAN moves forward in McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/litigation-against-alcosan-moves-forward-in-mckees-rocks/) - McKees Rocks council voted Feb. 25 to initiate litigation to prevent the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) from using the former Crivelli Chevrolet commercial property for purposes officials believe will harm the borough. Having voted to retain Pittsburgh-based law firm Maeillo Brungo and Maiello to take on the case at a cost of up to
- [Councilmembers dispute parking regulation impacts](https://westhillsgazette.com/councilmembers-dispute-parking-regulation-impacts/) - McKees Rocks council is considering new parking regulations that one dissenting member believes could hinder a $13 million development proposal. Setting the change in motion, council approved legal advertising for an amendment to its zoning ordinance that would require new developments in the main commercial district to provide a baseline number of parking spaces. Protesting
- [Shenango Coke air quality project wins inaugural science award](https://westhillsgazette.com/shenango-coke-air-quality-project-wins-inaugural-science-award/) - A project tracking air quality in and around Neville Island was recognized by leading engineers and social scientists at the inaugural Constellation Prize ceremony on Feb. 24. Led by environmental advocacy group Allegheny County Clean Air Now (ACCAN) and Carnegie Mellon University’s CREATE Lab, the now-completed “Shenango Channel” documented unsafe emissions at the former Shenango
- [Sto-Rox approves hybrid extension, adds new in-person options](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-approves-hybrid-extension-adds-new-in-person-options/) - Having considered moving back toward full in-school programming, school directors instead voted Feb. 25 to maintain the hybrid model following pushback from the teacher’s union. Reaching a compromise between administration’s push to bring students back into the classroom and teacher concerns for safety, a new plan effective March 1 gives elementary and primary students additional
- [Township cracks down on abandoned vehicles](https://westhillsgazette.com/township-cracks-down-on-abandoned-vehicles/) - If your vehicle happens to be out of inspection and you live in Stowe Township, you better move it off of public streets or the police will be doing it for you. Police are doing more than cracking down on abandoned vehicles, they also are tagging illegally parked vehicles and increasing enforcement of recently adopted
- [Council considers gradual switch to an electric fleet](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-considers-gradual-switch-to-an-electric-fleet/) - A plan to transition all fuel-powered Crafton borough vehicles to electric was presented to council Feb. 11 by President Phillip Levasseur. The proposed effort is part of the Department of Environmental Protection’s “Driving PA Forward” funding program that seeks to improve Pennsylvania’s air quality by investing in electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the state. Duquesne
- [Gazette 2.0 founder ends reign as CEO](https://westhillsgazette.com/gazette-2-0-founder-ends-reign-as-ceo/) - Having built a flourishing news operation to fill the void created when the Suburban Gazette shuttered October 2017, Sonny Jani is stepping down from his role as Gazette 2.0’s owner and publisher on March 18. Jani said he’s far exceeded his expectations for the fledgling newspaper, and is now ready to hand it off to
- [Council vacancy filled while another resigns](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-vacancy-filled-while-another-resigns/) - Crafton Borough’s council is experiencing an unexpected reorganization, as current members seek to fill vacancies for those forced to leave due to personal matters. Colton Chandler was selected during the borough’s Feb. 25 meeting to fill the seat formerly held by Anthony Saba, who resigned his position on Feb. 11 in order to take closer
- [Petitioners call on Zubik to reverse school merger](https://westhillsgazette.com/petitioners-call-on-zubik-to-reverse-school-merger/) - More than 2,500 supporters of St. Philip School in Crafton have signed a petition calling on Bishop David Zubik to overturn a planned merger with St. Margaret of Scotland School in Green Tree. Declaring the merger “invalid,” petition organizers claim the processes leading to it “lacked transparency” and failed to leave room for community input.
- [Angst and ire can’t be perpetual in today's climate](https://westhillsgazette.com/angst-and-ire-cant-be-perpetual-in-todays-climate/) - I care, just not about your politics. I mean, yeah, I do care during the runup to an election, and like you I think I’m right in the way I think about such matters… but I don’t really pay a whole lot of attention to it otherwise. I run into my friend Al here and
- [Truth can never be buried forever, it will come out](https://westhillsgazette.com/truth-can-never-be-buried-forever-it-will-come-out/) - There’s a scene in the movie “Con Air” where Nicholas Cage’s character tells John Cusack’s character, “Sorry boss, but there's only two men I trust. One of them's me. The other's not you.” Nowadays, it seems rather easy to resort to that line of thinking, doesn’t it? All of the pillars of trust, our government,
- [Proposed tolls on I-79 bridge not a good idea for the community](https://westhillsgazette.com/proposed-tolls-on-i-79-bridge-not-a-good-idea-for-the-community/) - The Pennsylvania House of Representatives will be out of session until March 15. Until that time, the Appropriations Committee will be conducting budget hearings and committee meetings on matters from transportation to education to health care, and all other matters that will be considered in the final budget due June 30. On a budget matter,
- [We’re grateful to the man who gave us our start](https://westhillsgazette.com/were-grateful-to-the-man-who-gave-us-our-start/) - In 2017, Gazette 2.0 owner/publisher Sonny Jani made it possible to open the newspaper you are now reading through hard work and perseverance. Without his efforts and dedication to the community, your local newspaper would not exist. He single-handedly worked to create this product – building from the ground up with no prior knowledge of
- [Health and age big predictors of COVID fatalities](https://westhillsgazette.com/health-and-age-big-predictors-of-covid-fatalities/) - Since COVID-19’s introduction to the United States over a year ago, experts have learned there are two key factors to surviving the novel coronavirus once infected: young age and good health. There are a number of precautions that can be taken to prevent contracting the virus such as wearing masks, social distancing, and washing hands.
- [Stanford dropout’s $9B health tech company built on an idea that didn’t pan out](https://westhillsgazette.com/stanford-dropouts-9b-health-tech-company-built-on-an-idea-that-didnt-pan-out/) - By 2004, Holmes had raised $6 million in capital to fund Theranos, even after being warned by several experts that the technology she proposed would not be able to do what she was saying it could do. Are you someone who quakes at the sight of a needle heading for your arm or maybe seeing
- [The first all-black hockey league: The colored hockey league of the maritimes](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-first-all-black-hockey-league-the-colored-hockey-league-of-the-maritimes/) - → Did you know Nova Scotia is the birthplace of hockey? Originated in the 1800s when students from Kings College in Canada merged their love for the field game of hurley with skating on their favorite pond. Over the years, ice hurley gradually transformed into ice hockey. From meager beginnings of a simple beloved game
- [Commissioners respond to rock pile](https://westhillsgazette.com/commissioners-respond-to-rock-pile/) - Responding to a series of resident complaints over rock piles amassed at a construction site near a residential neighborhood, Rick Urbano, planning director, advised commissioners to address the concerns in a written statement. “Every question, we’ll get it in writing, with the solicitor and the board of commissioners’ approval,” Urbano said during the township’s March
- [Crafton, Robinson get ‘Banner Community’ nods](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-robinson-get-banner-community-nods/) - Crafton and Robinson have been designated as countywide leaders in the 2021 Banner Communities program, announced March 8. “All of our communities have been stressed during this pandemic… Yet, throughout these challenges, these municipalities continue to serve the residents of their community in ways that set them apart,” said County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, a board
- [Borough considers support program for petty offenders](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-considers-support-program-for-petty-offenders/) - McKees Rocks may join a group of neighboring municipalities in testing a diversionary program for keeping petty offenders out of the justice system. With sister programs already operating throughout the United States, the University of Pittsburgh is working with the Allegheny County Health Department to pilot a local Law Enforcement-Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program this fall.
- [Planning and zoning leaders switch places](https://westhillsgazette.com/planning-and-zoning-leaders-switch-places/) - In a coordinated move March 9, council accepted the resignations of Ken Perl and Nick Radoycis from the borough’s planning commission and zoning appeals board and then immediately reappointed each to fill the other’s former role. “Nick is going to move over to the planning commission and Ken Perl will move to the [Zoning Appeals
- [John Oliverio replaces Ed Alo on council](https://westhillsgazette.com/john-oliverio-replaces-ed-alo-on-council/) - John Oliverio was selected March 11 by Crafton Borough Council to fill the seat of former councilman Edward Alo, who stepped down last month to focus on personal matters. The council considered three new candidates as well as four candidates who previously entered the race to fill former Councilman Anthony Saba’s vacancy. The seven candidates
- [Swimming a go for summer fun at Clever Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/swimming-a-go-for-summer-fun-at-clever-park/) - Pool reopening Robinson Township Manager Frank Piccolino confirmed the public swimming pool at Clever Park will open this year as long as health guidelines pertaining to COVID-19 do not tighten again in the coming months. “We are going to open the pool on time,” Piccolino said during his monthly report March 1. “We have every
- [McKees Rocks Mayor faces 3 primary challengers](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-mayor-faces-3-primary-challengers/) - In the election cycle marking his 20-year tenure, McKees Rocks Mayor Jack Muhr faces three primary challengers in the race for the Democratic nomination. While the incumbent is a lifelong McKees Rocks resident with more than 40 years in local politics, all the challengers are transplants to the town and political newcomers. Each say they
- [Grand openings scheduled for Kennedy Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/grand-openings-scheduled-for-kennedy-center/) - Several Kennedy construction projects are wrapping up while another is set to break ground. Among the row of new buildings recently popping up at the Kennedy Center, a Taco Bell franchise is now open for business, while a First National Bank location and O’Reilly Auto Parts store are scheduled to open later in March according
- [Veteran journalist Sonja Reis takes helm at Gazette 2.0](https://westhillsgazette.com/veteran-journalist-sonja-reis-takes-helm-at-gazette-2-0/) - Veteran community journalist Sonja Reis has taken over as editor and publisher of Gazette 2.0. The move follows the March 18 departure of founder Sonny Jani. For Reis, taking the reins at the alt-weekly represents the culmination of a lifetime in local journalism, where in addition to reporting she has earned her stripes in all
- [Broadway businesses call to reinstate police presence](https://westhillsgazette.com/broadway-businesses-call-to-reinstate-police-presence/) - A recent petition circulated by Broadway Avenue merchants in Stowe Township has received more than a dozen signatures calling for an increased police presence in the business district. The petition began circulating last month after a noted uptick in drug-related crimes in the area. While the business owners say they are more concerned with violent
- [Republicans relaunch with a bang in Robinson](https://westhillsgazette.com/republicans-relaunch-with-a-bang-in-robinson/) - A crowd of about 70 gathered both indoors and out at Robinson’s All Star Sports Bar & Grill to celebrate members of the township’s Republican party. The March 10 event, organized by residents Roberta Corpuz and Maureen Malick, was held to reorganize members of the Grand Old Party who live or own businesses in Robinson,
- [Shake it up: Prepare the soil for the next generation](https://westhillsgazette.com/shake-it-up-prepare-the-soil-for-the-next-generation/) - Five years ago, I got a strange and exhilarating request. At Faithbridge we’ve long had a great working relationship with the Baptist Resource Network. Their director, Stan Smith, called to ask if I would be the keynote speaker at their annual convention. “Don’t you have one of your own guys, someone from out your way
- [Statewide registry will help consolidate vaccine process](https://westhillsgazette.com/statewide-registry-will-help-consolidate-vaccine-process/) - Mid-February to mid-March is a busy time at the Capitol. Multiple budget hearings are held every day on the many different components of the final budget. The budget is due at the end of June, and I continue to be of the position that it is our obligation to have the budget finalized by the
- [Down with censorship, don't be a hypocrite](https://westhillsgazette.com/down-with-censorship-dont-be-a-hypocrite/) - Climb aboard my friends, let’s take a little trip.With Jim, Huck and Tom down the mighty Mississip.To meet a genius of a man, smart as a whip.Who knew a thing or two about censorship.His name was Samuel Clemens better known as Mark Twain.If you understood the man,or had half a brain.Then you wouldn’t burn his
- [Eye health is dwindling in our digital age](https://westhillsgazette.com/eye-health-is-dwindling-in-our-digital-age/) - What’s a body part we use all the time but seldom think about? Our eyes. Eye health is often an overlooked yet vital part of our health. We live in a world where our eyes are glued to a screen for many hours a day, rarely looking away. Although we may not think screens have
- [‘Beware the Ides of March’: Is it a lucky or unlucky date?](https://westhillsgazette.com/beware-the-ides-of-march-is-it-a-lucky-or-unlucky-date/) - → Did you know the Ides of March is on March 15? This historical date will forever be analogous to the assignation of the Roman General Julius Caesar. Countrymen celebrated the tyrannical general for his conquering of Gaul in (58-50 BCE) and the civil war in (49-45 BC), which was the last politico-military conflict in
- [Women’s History Month: Looking back on an important milestone in equal rights](https://westhillsgazette.com/womens-history-month-looking-back-on-an-important-milestone-in-equal-rights/) - March is Women’s History Month — an entire month dedicated to the celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society as a whole. This year’s theme is “Valiant Women of the Vote: Refusing to be Silenced.” It is a continuation of the theme of last year’s celebrations of women’s history being severely curtailed by
- [Scoring a Whack-A-Mole win, easier than getting a vaccine](https://westhillsgazette.com/scoring-a-whack-a-mole-win-easier-than-getting-a-vaccine/) - COVID-19 vaccines have been available to Pennsylvania residents since late-January. Trouble registering for appointments using the state’s online access system remains an access barrier for many, especially minority, low-income and older populations. Certain health issues allowed my husband, Ezra, to be among the first to receive one of the limited batches of the vaccines. Yay?
- [ONE YEAR SINCE LOCKDOWN](https://westhillsgazette.com/one-year-since-lockdown/) - When will normalcy return? It’s been a year since Pennsylvania and much of the United States entered into a series of coronavirus-related lockdowns. Things are looking up as restrictions continue to be lifted and vaccine availability from the federal government continues to increase. TIMELINE — TOWN TALK “I think my best experience has been having
- [Police seize cash and booze from Stowe strip club as part of illegal liquor sales investigation](https://westhillsgazette.com/police-seize-cash-and-booze-from-stowe-strip-club-as-part-of-illegal-liquor-sales-investigation/) - State and local police seized cash and liquor from adult nightclub True Diamonds in Stowe as part of an investigation into illegal alcohol sales March 25. In total, officers confiscated 4.5 gallons of beer, 48 liters of liquor and wine and $1,025 in cash according to a report released by the Pennsylvania State Police Bureau
- [Admin roles reshuffled, 5 new busses to be added](https://westhillsgazette.com/admin-roles-reshuffled-5-new-busses-to-be-added/) - A redistribution of administrative roles approved March 15 reflects a wave of change coming to the education world in the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic, according to Montour Superintendent Christopher Stone. Stone said the board’s votes closing the director of K-4 academic achievement and innovation role and creating openings for an assistant superintendent and a
- [Forest Grove property deal hangs in balance](https://westhillsgazette.com/forest-grove-property-deal-hangs-in-balance/) - After nearly two years of wrangling over settlement details, the Montour School District and developer CRAFT Pittsburgh USA, Inc. remain unable to close on the Forest Grove property sale. According to minutes from Montour’s Jan. 21 board meeting, directors approved the most recent extension to the due diligence period in order to give Robinson’s Zoning
- [New appeal set after bishop denies petition](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-appeal-set-after-bishop-denies-petition/) - Learning that the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh rejected their petition to overturn a planned merger between St. Philip and St. Margaret elementary schools, a committee of petitioners have now filed an additional appeal March 26. A press release announcing the new filing argues that when the Crafton-based school was placed under the power of a
- [Students to unveil time capsule contents from 1969](https://westhillsgazette.com/students-to-unveil-time-capsule-contents-from-1969/) - As part of the district’s 50-year celebration festivities planned for May 14, Carlynton students will open a time capsule secured within an exterior wall when the district’s high school building was being built in 1969. Had it not been for the chance uncovering of photographs and instructions behind an electrical service panel during a contracting
- [LOCAL ELECTIONS: Who is running in the 2021 primary?](https://westhillsgazette.com/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 Rocks, Neville Island, Robinson and Stowe, Thornburg as well as school districts, Carlynton, Cornell, Montour and Sto-Rox. This is the unofficial list as per Allegheny County
- [Crafton pool to open for summer](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-pool-to-open-for-summer/) - The Crafton Park swimming pool will open on June 12, after being closed during the 2020 season because of the pandemic. The site is set to see some renovations over the next two to three years. Crafton council unanimously approved a motion requesting a grant of $250,000 for pool house renovations from Pennsylvania’s Department of
- [Couple opens pizza and cake inspired cafe](https://westhillsgazette.com/couple-opens-pizza-and-cake-inspired-cafe/) - What started as passions for baking pizza and cake at home have now morphed into a full-time occupation for Brandy and Leon Carroll. Growing increasingly frustrated with their day jobs, the Carrolls tendered their resignations last July, going all-in on a novel dining concept pairing each of their signature edibles. The outcome: It’s A Pizza
- [Borough moves forward with ALCOSAN lawsuit](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-moves-forward-with-alcosan-lawsuit/) - McKees Rocks filed a lawsuit against the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) March 16, in an effort to halt plans they believe will turn a prime portion of real estate into a sludge-filled open pit. Officials held a press conference shortly after filing the complaint to further air their grievances. Gathering at the targeted site
- [RESTRICTIONS EASED: Limitations further lifted on restaurants and recreation](https://westhillsgazette.com/restrictions-eased-limitations-further-lifted-on-restaurants-and-recreation/) - Owners of bars, restaurants, and entertainment and recreational facilities are celebrating another incremental lifting of pandemic-related restrictions set to occur on April 4. The state is allowing restaurants and other dining options that are self-certified or are undergoing a self-certification process to open doors at 75% capacity. Non-certified restaurants will be permitted to welcome up
- [Ah, to be born again during Resurrection Sunday, AKA Easter](https://westhillsgazette.com/ah-to-be-born-again-during-resurrection-sunday-aka-easter/) - It’s Springtime. The trees are budding, the sad, brown grass is turning green and growing again. Tulips and crocuses are popping up in gardens, one has even somehow gone off the reservation and popped up in my mother’s lawn, its bulb breaking the confines of her decorative front porch garden like Andy Dufresne busting out
- [You should consider taking a trip to see your Capitol building](https://westhillsgazette.com/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 to the public, it is nice to see at least a small contingency of visitors, bringing some life back to this magnificent building. I hope
- [SHABBY REPORTING: McKees Rocks reputation takes extra hits with careless coverage](https://westhillsgazette.com/shabby-reporting-mckees-rocks-reputation-takes-extra-hits-with-careless-coverage/) - McKees Rocks regularly finds itself named and shamed by bloggers seizing on its state-topping per capita crime rates. Its local school district has spent more than two-thirds of its existence on the state’s underperforming school chart. It makes news for shootings at its one and only strip joint. What’s that? McKees Rocks only has one
- [STRESS LESS: Avoid the mess and take care of your health](https://westhillsgazette.com/stress-less-avoid-the-mess-and-take-care-of-your-health/) - It’s Monday morning. You’re already off to a bad start, but so far the day isn’t that bad other than fighting through some fatigue. In fact, you get to work early, have a cup of coffee and start to feel a whole lot better. Maybe this day won’t be so bad. The problem with this
- [Entertaining: Pittsburgh region’s entertainment history is rich](https://westhillsgazette.com/entertaining-pittsburgh-regions-entertainment-history-is-rich/) - The Pittsburgh region also boasts contemporary attractions such as McKees Rocks’ Roxian Theatre, which offers live entertainment, musical acts, and comedy, and Stowe’s Parkway Theater and Film Lounge. Pittsburgh is a popular destination for filming movies, documentaries and television series. Just this year a new Netflix limited series, “The Chair,” starring Sandra Oh, is set
- [STATE CHAMPIONS: Chargers cap undefeated season with championship victory](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-champions-chargers-cap-undefeated-season-with-championship-victory/) - Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Chargers traveled to Hershey to face off against the Constitution Generals March 26, snatching their first championship victory. This was the second time in history the school made it to the championship game. The Chargers last faced the Philadelphia-based Generals, in a crushing loss during the 2018 championship game
- [CULTURALLY UNIQUE: Region host to many phenomenons including the ‘Pittsburgh potty’](https://westhillsgazette.com/culturally-unique-region-host-to-many-phenomenons-including-the-pittsburgh-potty/) - → Did you know Pittsburgh is home to a unique cultural phenomenon? It is called being from Pittsburgh. There are a million unspoken rules encoded into every Pittsburgher’s DNA. Their inability to pronounce “kielbasa” and “North Versailles” just adds personality to the English language. Pittsburghers don’t all speak alike, either; every neighborhood speaks a little differently. Pittsburgh
- [Bring on the humble haluski: Ethnic comfort food at its finest](https://westhillsgazette.com/bring-on-the-humble-haluski-ethnic-comfort-food-at-its-finest/) - What better way to honor the heritage of McKees Rocks — home to countless descendants of Eastern-European immigrants — than to hold a cooking contest featuring an ethnic dish from the region? Haluski is comfort food at its finest. The simple dish made of noodles, cabbage and onions cooked in butter was the focus of
- [KITTY ACTIVISTS: ‘Community cat’ volunteers plan mass trapping event April 11](https://westhillsgazette.com/kitty-activists-community-cat-volunteers-plan-mass-trapping-event-april-11/) - Alexa Parrish grew up in a home without pets. Now she has a garage full of adopted cats and spends her free hours patrolling the streets of Stowe and McKees Rocks searching for animals in need of food, veterinary care or — most commonly — "fixing." “If you drive around here at night, it’s just
- [‘Former’ Gazette 2.0 owner Sonny Jani changes mind](https://westhillsgazette.com/former-gazette-2-0-owner-sonny-jani-changes-mind/) - After previously resigning in late February, our own leader Sonny Jani has decided he just couldn’t walk away from the paper he created, Gazette 2.0. Now, I’m usually on the opinion end of this business and not into breaking news, but Sonny reached out to me to break this exciting story. As we discussed his
- [Stowe strip club owner faces charges](https://westhillsgazette.com/stowe-strip-club-owner-faces-charges/) - State police have charged the owner of the True Diamonds adult night club in Stowe on two counts of illegal alcohol sales. The charges, brought April 6, followed a months-long investigation that began after a fatal shooting outside the club in December and culminated in a search warrant execution March 25, where State Police seized
- [Abandoned property demolitions moving forward in borough](https://westhillsgazette.com/abandoned-property-demolitions-moving-forward-in-borough/) - Council approved two motions for four demolition projects during the April 7 Coraopolis workshop meeting. The projects will cost nearly $140,000 to complete but would be fully covered through grants. The first motion authorized CharWest Council of Governments Director Michele Lutz to apply for an Act 152 grant to demolish 1403 and 1430 5th Ave.
- [Officials celebrate library pandemic response](https://westhillsgazette.com/officials-celebrate-library-pandemic-response/) - The Robinson Township Library has won praise from state and local officials for keeping the community engaged and educated throughout the coronavirus pandemic. State Rep. Anita Kulik, who represents portions of Robinson in the Harrisburg legislature, signed an official citation April 6 recognizing the library staff “for being true heroes in this time of crisis.”
- [New diner introduces Thai and Burmese cuisines to local food scene](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-diner-introduces-thai-and-burmese-cuisines-to-local-food-scene/) - The newly opened Mekong Diner in Ingram takes its name from a river that begins in a remote portion of the Himalayan Mountains, 14,000 miles from the source of the Ohio River in Pittsburgh. To Manager Kyaw Htat, the meandering Mekong River represents the connections between his family origins in Thailand and Myanmar (formerly Burma)
- [Crafton mayor stepping down, three contenders in the running](https://westhillsgazette.com/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 years. Before serving as mayor, Bloom was a member of council for two terms and a police officer for more than 30 years. Following his
- [Advocates for St. Philip appeal to the Vatican](https://westhillsgazette.com/advocates-for-st-philip-appeal-to-the-vatican/) - Having made no headway appealing to the local diocese, a group protesting the merger of St. Philip School have turned their sights to the Vatican. Since Pittsburgh’s Catholic Diocese announced plans Feb. 12 to merge St. Philip School in Crafton with St. Margaret School in Green Tree, advocates grouped as the Committee to Save St.
- [Former council colleagues running for tax collector](https://westhillsgazette.com/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 running against incumbent Tracey Pedersen because she believes the office holds untapped potential for bettering the community’s finances. “I think the people of McKees Rocks
- [Municipalities eye sewage and infrastructure projects](https://westhillsgazette.com/municipalities-eye-sewage-and-infrastructure-projects/) - Local governments are waiting patiently for sizable pay-outs approved in the latest round of Congressional stimulus spending. Altogether, area municipalities are set to receive about a $5 million share of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan signed into law by President Joe Biden on March 11. Kennedy and Coraopolis officials are already eyeing up specific
- [Residents aim spotlight on strip club concerns](https://westhillsgazette.com/residents-aim-spotlight-on-strip-club-concerns/) - A recent spate of police activity surrounding adult nightclubs True Diamonds in Stowe and Club Erotica in McKees Rocks has residents reaching out to elected officials asking for a solution. A growing sense of unease voiced by some local residents who fear the community’s two adult nightclubs pose a broad safety threat was evident during
- [Looking forward to making these two parallel worlds one again](https://westhillsgazette.com/looking-forward-to-making-these-two-parallel-worlds-one-again/) - I realized during the Lenten season that I have my feet in two different worlds. It’s not the first time I’ve sensed it, and it’s more like I have my feet in multiple parallel worlds, but COVID-19 has magnified it. Multiple worlds because I’m a citizen of Heaven who lives here on Earth. A white
- [TAX DAY 2021: Are you the procrastinator or the perfectionist?](https://westhillsgazette.com/tax-day-2021-are-you-the-procrastinator-or-the-perfectionist/) - It’s often been said that there are two kinds of people in this world and they’re often married to each other. Let’s take a little informal quiz and see where you stand. I promise there are no political debates here, these are much more important. Let’s start in the bedroom. Don’t worry, it’s a PG
- [Return to normalcy includes traffic jam at Squirrel Hill Tunnel](https://westhillsgazette.com/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 vaccines is making us feel more comfortable with normalcy. But my "Aha!" moment on this more normal state of things came on my most recent
- [If you want to run for office, show up at the meetings](https://westhillsgazette.com/if-you-want-to-run-for-office-show-up-at-the-meetings/) - With May 18th’s primary elections just around the corner, many new names have thrown in for the competition throughout Gazette 2.0’s coverage area. This is good news. New names, new ideas, new energy… all of this can prove beneficial, giving community leadership fresh spark and perspective, sometimes breaking through the doldrums and vision limitations that
- [Coraopolis named 'best' in the west](https://westhillsgazette.com/coraopolis-named-best-in-the-west/) - The business district is abundant with shopping, eating and plenty of accessible parking. River town revitalization maintains small-town feel Touting its bustling main street, close-knit community and affordable housing stock, readers named Coraopolis their favorite locality in Gazette 2.0’s inaugural “best town” contest. After decades of steady decline, Coraopolis residents say they’re now watching their
- [The murder and mayhem of Pittsburgh’s historic mafia](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-murder-and-mayhem-of-pittsburghs-historic-mafia/) - “You can get much further with a kind word and a gun then you can with a kind word alone,” said Al Capone. However, even a gun couldn’t protect you if you wronged the mafia here in Western Pennsylvania. The Italian Mafia got its start in Pittsburgh by bootlegging illegal liquor during the Prohibition era.
- [Pittsburgh’s food and restaurant scene: Simply excellent](https://westhillsgazette.com/pittsburghs-food-and-restaurant-scene-simply-excellent/) - → Did you know the popular review website Yelp ranked Pittsburgh as among the top 10 foodie cities in 2019? This did not surprise Pittsburghers who grew up eating all these delectable delights. As newer cuisines become incorporated into the local food culture, Pittsburghers still yearn for food from yesteryear. Icons we still crave include Toulas Hot
- [Pirates’ David Bednar comes from long line of Sto-Rox athletes](https://westhillsgazette.com/pirates-david-bednar-comes-from-long-line-of-sto-rox-athletes/) - Seventy-five years before David Bednar threw his first pitch for the Pittsburgh Pirates earlier this month, his grandfather George Bednar was starting out his junior year pitching for Stowe High School, whose season opened with an 8-4 home victory over Neville on April 7, 1946. Forty years later, David’s father Andrew was recruited to pitch
- [BINGE-DRINKING: Is your relationship with alcohol ‘on the rocks’?](https://westhillsgazette.com/binge-drinking-is-your-relationship-with-alcohol-on-the-rocks/) - There’s a myth in the publishing world that all editors drink on the job. When you watch movies or TV shows, they'll often portray editors as old mean middle-aged men who chain smoke cigars and drink whiskey ‘round the clock. There’s a myth in the publishing world that all editors drink on the job. When
- [Stowe moves forward on funding ask for demolitions](https://westhillsgazette.com/stowe-moves-forward-on-funding-ask-for-demolitions/) - PROPOSED DEMOLITIONS The unprioritized and initial list of proposed Stowe Township demolitions include: 660 Woodward Ave. 66 and 113 Harlem Ave. 604 and 620 Ridge Ave. 133 and 135 Orchard St. 86 Euclid Ave. 66 McKinnie Ave. 47 Glenn Way 19 Walther St. 804 and 806 7th St. 1422, 1437 and 1457 Fleming Ave. 1183
- [Coraopolis weighs options for more senior vaccinations](https://westhillsgazette.com/coraopolis-weighs-options-for-more-senior-vaccinations/) - Coraopolis councilmembers spent much of the April 14 meeting discussing what steps could be taken to assure the town’s older population is being vaccinated for COVID-19. “We have a lot of senior citizens, and they don’t have their shots yet,” said council’s Daniel Larocco. “How can we get somebody down here to give these shots
- [Council considers return to in-person meeting structure](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-considers-return-to-in-person-meeting-structure/) - As the number of COVID-19 vaccinations across Western Pennsylvania continues to rise, the Crafton Borough Council is deliberating how to safely return council meetings to an in-person format. The proposal to transition the meetings from Zoom to in-person was introduced by council member Fred Amendola. Having experienced technical issues that prevented him from joining the
- [Demo eyed for Kennedy house destroyed by fire](https://westhillsgazette.com/demo-eyed-for-kennedy-house-destroyed-by-fire/) - During an April 15 public meeting, Kennedy commissioners made moves to tear down the remains of a building razed by fire in January 2020. The commissioners approved a grant application to fund the demolition and passed a concurring resolution “to consider vacant and or dilapidated structure[s] in the township.” The residential building on 39 Herbst
- [Two urban walking routes get council go-ahead](https://westhillsgazette.com/two-urban-walking-routes-get-council-go-ahead/) - Two urban walkways soon arriving in McKees Rocks are intended to promote health and community. “We’re very excited about being able to support free community access to exercise,” said Rebecca King, a representative of the Sto-Rox Community Health Center and a community liaison for the project. “It’s good for individual health and for the community
- [Primary hopefuls both denied requests to borough](https://westhillsgazette.com/primary-hopefuls-both-denied-requests-to-borough/) - Requests to council submitted by two candidates opposing incumbent Mayor Jack Muhr in the Democratic primary were both denied during the April 13 McKees Rocks meeting. Mayoral candidate Dave Flick’s efforts to demolish an abandoned building and incorporate the lot into his backyard were stalled by concerns raised about the precise boundaries of the property
- [School settles with defunct performing arts group it sued](https://westhillsgazette.com/school-settles-with-defunct-performing-arts-group-it-sued/) - More than a year after Montour sued a parent-led performing arts organization to reclaim donated monies, both parties have agreed to a settlement. The school board approved the agreement during its April 15 meeting without disclosing the terms. Initially, the district had requested $27,000 from the now-defunct Montour Friends of the Performing Arts (MFPA), which
- ['Batman Returns': Michael Keaton partners with Craig Rippole's firm on green manufacturing](https://westhillsgazette.com/batman-returns-michael-keaton-partners-with-craig-rippoles-firm-on-green-manufacturing/) - Movie star Michael Keaton is partnering with a local development firm to build a green manufacturing plant in the area that’s expected to create up to 300 jobs. While the location is not yet confirmed, a rehabilitated brownfield site in McKees Rocks is being considered for the project. The “Forest Grove” (Robinson) native who starred
- [GOP candidate seeks breakthrough in Kennedy’s Democratic territory](https://westhillsgazette.com/gop-candidate-seeks-breakthrough-in-kennedys-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 grabs in November. Assuming she secures her party’s endorsement in the May primary, Schmitt will face off against three Democrats vying for four-year at-large seats.
- [Former Ingram school building attracts buyers](https://westhillsgazette.com/former-ingram-school-building-attracts-buyers/) - The Montour School District has received two offers on the former Ingram Elementary School. Listed by the district in January 2020 at an asking price of $750,000, the school property received two bids early April after a long lull in interest. One bidder, non-profit Wellness for Veterans, bid $10,000 above the asking price but proffered
- [Council forms parking authority, debates bullet-proof vest purchases](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-forms-parking-authority-debates-bullet-proof-vest-purchases/) - During its April meetings, McKees Rocks council formed a parking authority and hired a new code enforcer, while tabling the more thorny topic of whether to approve bulletproof vest purchases and arms training for code officials. Parking Authority Following the adoption of new parking requirements for main street construction projects and several recent discussions on
- [Sometimes you just can't tell who people really are](https://westhillsgazette.com/sometimes-you-just-cant-tell-who-people-really-are/) - Ozzy Osbourne’s first solo album, “Blizzard of Ozz,” came out when I was 13 and finding wonder in the electric guitar, and music in general, for the first time. I didn’t hear much of the lyrics, to be honest… it was Ozzy’s young guitarist, Randy Rhoads, who caught my attention. Randy recorded two albums with
- [MOTHER'S DAY 2021: One day a year to celebrate her seems inadequate](https://westhillsgazette.com/mothers-day-2021-one-day-a-year-to-celebrate-her-seems-inadequate/) - Poets and writers tried to explain her. Artists and musicians tried to define her. Fathers and kids tried to emulate her. The world tried to break her. The reality is that nothing even compares to her. She is a mother. She carried you, birthed you, fed you and raised you. She loved you, taught you,
- [Local elections are pivotal to determining the future of our towns](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-elections-are-pivotal-to-determining-the-future-of-our-towns/) - 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 of the other things we do daily. Due to the political climate of 2020, a record number of voters filled out ballots. As I am
- [Keep it clean: Make every day Earth Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/keep-it-clean-make-every-day-earth-day/) - This is it. Our one home planet. Earth. Dreams of colonizing some other orbiting body aside, it’s all we’re gonna get in this lifetime. In school in the era prior to 1968, globes and maps were all we had. They were neatly divided by lines and each nation was color-coded to show us clearly where
- [True Hero: Fighter jet pilot avoids inhabitants in 1956 Robinson crash](https://westhillsgazette.com/true-hero-fighter-jet-pilot-avoids-inhabitants-in-1956-robinson-crash/) - On Feb. 19, 1956, two F84-F Thunderstreak’s from the 112th Fighter Group were on a routine training flight out of Greater Pittsburgh Airport, where the group was based. In one jet was Lieutenant Thomas W. Sonnett of Kennedy Township, a pilot for the Air National Guard and an officer in the 146th Fighter Interceptor Squadron.
- ['Meet me under the Kaufmann’s Clock'](https://westhillsgazette.com/meet-me-under-the-kaufmanns-clock/) - →Did you know the Kaufmann’s Clock downtown is designated as a Pittsburgh historical landmark? For generations, it has been a time-honored tradition to meet under the clock. Myths and folklore about marriage proposals and happily ever afters under the clock inspire nostalgia. The Kaufmann’s clock is not only historically significant, but it has also ingrained itself
- [Custom order only: ‘The little Kitchen’ bakery is ready to tempt your sweet tooth](https://westhillsgazette.com/custom-order-only-the-little-kitchen-bakery-is-ready-to-tempt-your-sweet-tooth/) - In February, Jennifer Patterson began creating made-to-order desserts, including cookies of all varieties, apple, blueberry and peach cobbler tarts and mini pound cakes in a tiny commercial kitchen dubbed “The little Kitchen.” The Coraopolis bakery, located in the rear of Prestige Kitchen and Bath on 4th Avenue, is not your typical walk-in bakery. Customers are
- [Montour approves Ingram Elementary sale, salvages Forest Grove deal](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-approves-ingram-elementary-sale-salvages-forest-grove-deal/) - During a special meeting May 4, Montour school directors approved a sales agreement for the former Ingram Elementary School while also accepting a reduction to the final sale price on the Forest Grove building under contract since 2019. The board voted unanimously to sell the Ingram building to ANG Real Estate for $650,000. However, a
- [Coraopolis vows to apply again for federal transportation funds](https://westhillsgazette.com/coraopolis-vows-to-apply-again-for-federal-transportation-funds/) - Congressman Conor Lamb, D-Mt. Lebanon, has submitted funding requests for transportation-related projects in Pennsylvania’s 17th District to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure to be considered in the 2021 Surface Transportation Authorization. Coraopolis’ ask that would help the borough to make “Main Street” improvements was not one of the 10 approved for consideration in
- [Hanlon’s takes on Clever Park pool concession stand](https://westhillsgazette.com/hanlons-takes-on-clever-park-pool-concession-stand/) - Robinson residents will be able to enjoy an improved range of refreshments at the Clever Park pool this year thanks to an agreement committing local catering company Hanlon’s to operate the concession stand. “I believe the food will be much better, and it will run a lot smoother,” said Township Manager Frank Piccolino during a
- [School board meetings plagued by sound issues](https://westhillsgazette.com/school-board-meetings-plagued-by-sound-issues/) - Sto-Rox school directors struggled to communicate during the district’s April meetings, where some attended in-person and others tuned in virtually. As audio problems persisted, directors and administrators placed cell phone calls, sent text messages and used Zoom’s online messaging feature to help their colleagues participate in the discussions and cast votes. “All this investment in
- [Two challengers vying for mayoral spot as Shawn Reed exits scene](https://westhillsgazette.com/two-challengers-vying-for-mayoral-spot-as-shawn-reed-exits-scene/) - Coraopolis Mayor Shawn Reed will not be seeking a second term. His January social media announcement came as a surprise to many but opened the window of opportunity for two candidates who petitioned to get on the ballot to become the next mayor of Coraopolis. “I met both candidates and they seem like they care
- [Archangel Gabriel outreach director runs for city council](https://westhillsgazette.com/archangel-gabriel-outreach-director-runs-for-city-council/) - Archangel Gabriel’s outreach director is attempting to unseat Pittsburgh Council President Theresa Kail-Smith, who has represented the city’s second district since 2009. Jacob Williamson, 32, of Crafton Heights, believes his experience building relationships and fostering community within the newly consolidated Catholic parish has prepared him to advocate for the residents of Pittsburgh’s western neighborhoods. “My
- [Stowe manager set to be new West End magistrate](https://westhillsgazette.com/stowe-manager-set-to-be-new-west-end-magistrate/) - With the general election still six months out, Stowe’s municipal manager Nick Martini is all but confirmed to take over as the magistrate for Pittsburgh’s westernmost neighborhoods. Martini is running unopposed in the Democratic primary and no Republican candidate has emerged to contest him in November’s general election. Absent unforeseen upsets, he will be sworn
- [Allegheny County voter’s guide to ballot questions](https://westhillsgazette.com/allegheny-county-voters-guide-to-ballot-questions/) - In addition to picking out their preferred primary candidates, Allegheny County residents heading to the polls May 18 will be faced with five ballot questions addressing a range of county and state-level issues. Together, the slate of questions deals with governmental emergency powers, fire and ambulance service funding, racial discrimination policy and the use of solitary
- [Restaurants starving for workers](https://westhillsgazette.com/restaurants-starving-for-workers/) - Despite restrictions easing as COVID-19 vaccines become more accessible to everyone in the state, local business owners are still struggling to keep their doors open. Now businesses are encountering difficulties with employment, not patronage. While the unemployment rate is relatively high, business owners in the area say they are often unable to find staff to
- [Montour approves elementary school deals](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-approves-elementary-school-deals/) - During a special meeting May 4, Montour school directors approved a sales agreement for the former Ingram Elementary School while also accepting a reduction to the final sale price on the Forest Grove building under contract since 2019. The board voted unanimously to sell the Ingram building to ANG Real Estate for $650,000. However, a
- [Air quality advocates call for strict penalties following Metalico fire on Neville Island](https://westhillsgazette.com/air-quality-advocates-call-for-strict-penalties-following-metalico-fire-on-neville-island/) - Concerned about the health impacts of a recent industrial fire, 11 Neville-area residents gave statements to the Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) board on May 5 calling for stricter oversight and penalties for the offending company. In letters submitted ahead of the meeting, those affected said the fire that blazed for several hours during the
- [Communion of spirit: Feeling God on scene](https://westhillsgazette.com/communion-of-spirit-feeling-god-on-scene/) - Every day/date is the national day of something, most of them are the national day of multiple things. I mostly walk around oblivious to it. May 6 was the National Day of Prayer. There have been years, I’m sure, when I’ve been unaware of the National Day of Prayer. Each day is a day of
- [State restrictions lifting, funding options being considered](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-restrictions-lifting-funding-options-being-considered/) - Gov. Tom Wolf’s announcement that COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted on May 31 brings us to the “back to normal” place we are all so very ready to enter. With so many people choosing to be vaccinated, those who have felt trepidation about going out in public can finally feel comfortable. Businesses can feel more
- [EQUALITY: Stop the division, we’re all the same at the end of the day](https://westhillsgazette.com/equality-stop-the-division-were-all-the-same-at-the-end-of-the-day/) - A little hypothetical scenario for you. You’re walking through the grocery store and up ahead you see an elderly person struggling to walk and nearly collapse. What would you do? Would you ask them if they are black or white? Would you ask them if they were gay or straight? Would you ask them if
- [Shuttered Island Avenue diner inspires local band’s EP debut](https://westhillsgazette.com/shuttered-island-avenue-diner-inspires-local-bands-ep-debut/) - A sign that once lured hungry motorists into Mary Anne’s Breakfast-N-Lunch through a list of enticing breakfast specials is now catching Island Avenue traffic off guard with a more puzzling message: “Helsinki Bus Station.” In the two years since the restaurant shuttered, it’s been transformed into the creative headquarters for a local rock band. Their
- [New green manufacturing site should be in the Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-green-manufacturing-site-should-be-in-the-rocks/) - The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ran a story on May 6 entitled “Former Hazelwood coke works being considered for green manufacturing plant.” That would be the same green manufacturing plant featured in last issue’s Gazette 2.0 front-page feature, where locally raised developer Craig Rippole, of Trinity Development, and Hollywood movie star Michael Keaton are joining forces to
- [New police hired, code enforcers to receive bullet-proof vests](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-police-hired-code-enforcers-to-receive-bullet-proof-vests/) - McKees Rocks Council approved tactical vest purchases for its code enforcer and building inspector and moved to eliminate public comment at caucus meetings during a May 11 meeting. Chas Maritz, public safety chair, first presented the request for vest purchases during April’s meetings, where the matter was ultimately tabled. Maritz said the code enforcement officers
- [Food truck vendors required to pay $45 fee](https://westhillsgazette.com/food-truck-vendors-required-to-pay-45-fee/) - Kennedy commissioners approved a new ordinance May 13 requiring food trucks and other mobile food vendors to file for a permit before rolling into town to sell their eats. They also discussed difficulties surrounding the township’s annual Community Days celebration. Before approving the ordinance, several commissioners said they’d seen increasing numbers of food trucks operating
- [Flick wins Democratic nomination over long serving Rocks mayor](https://westhillsgazette.com/flick-wins-democratic-nomination-over-long-serving-rocks-mayor/) - David Flick has seized the Democratic Party nomination from Jack Muhr, local party chair and incumbent mayor since 2002. Flick was one of three primary challengers to oppose Muhr, and secured a 32-vote lead over the incumbent according to unofficial results published by Allegheny County late on election night. “I am absolutely humbled by this
- [ROBINSON: GOP contest marred by threats and slander](https://westhillsgazette.com/robinson-gop-contest-marred-by-threats-and-slander/) - In the weeks leading up to the May 18 primary in Robinson, one Republican candidate was targeted by a mail campaign highlighting a criminal conviction against her husband and another received a threatening letter in the mail shortly after. Five Republican candidates fought for the three commissioner slots on the ballot, with three sharing a
- [2021 Primary Election Results](https://westhillsgazette.com/2021-primary-election-results/) - All across the Keystone State, citizens took to the polls May 18 to cast their votes in the municipal and school board primary elections. Primaries determine which candidates will appear on the ballot at the general election in November, where registered voters of all parties can vote for any candidate listed. Securing the primary vote
- [Have you put away your childish competitions?](https://westhillsgazette.com/have-you-put-away-your-childish-competitions/) - How competitive are you? Growing up on the hills of Norwood, we turned everything into a competition. Who could jump from sidewalk to sidewalk across Edison Way. I think I still have that title. Wiffle ball, dodgeball, off the wall, you name it, we played it. We even had our own foolish competitions. Who could
- [Uh-oh! What just happened there?](https://westhillsgazette.com/uh-oh-what-just-happened-there/) - In March 2018 I was injured at the gym. The injury was and is to my right sacroiliac joint, part of the hip, and not much has done anything to ease the pain since. So on Monday, May 10, I went to see a specialist in Sewickley. He came highly recommended and specializes in this
- [Primary leaves many important votes for the general election](https://westhillsgazette.com/primary-leaves-many-important-votes-for-the-general-election/) - The people of Pennsylvania had the opportunity on May 18 to finally have their say on how emergency situations should be handled on the state level. Although only a quarter of eligible voters cast ballots, the constitutional amendment questions, regarding the administration of emergency powers, passed. The two proposed amendments, regarding how to handle emergency
- [Politics should be passionate, but not filthy](https://westhillsgazette.com/politics-should-be-passionate-but-not-filthy/) - Dirty politics is as old as politics. Yet, just because something isn’t far out of the ordinary, or has been around a long time, doesn’t mean it should be accepted. We citizens lament the lack of good choices in our elections from the White House down to dogcatcher, and we’re often right to do so.
- [REMEMBER WHEN: Famous foot-tall ice cream cones reappear in Robinson](https://westhillsgazette.com/remember-when-famous-foot-tall-ice-cream-cones-reappear-in-robinson/) - With a high of 81 degrees, it was an unusually warm day in the Pittsburgh area when Remember When Ice Cream reopened at its new location in the Robinson Town Centre April 8. (Photos)
- [Cabot Oil & Gas donates $35,000 to Parkway West Career and Technology](https://westhillsgazette.com/cabot-oil-gas-donates-35000-to-parkway-west-career-and-technology/) - Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation is supporting Parkway West Career and Technology Center students through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program. Cabot has used the program to provide $35,000 in funding to financially support the school through scholarships and the purchase of uniforms, certifications, and student membership fees. Cabot has been contributing scholarship funds to
- [Blight discussion continues in Cory](https://westhillsgazette.com/blight-discussion-continues-in-cory/) - Ongoing discussion related to blighted properties continued May 12 as Coraopolis Council members addressed a complaint filed by a concerned citizen aimed at two problem buildings on 7th Avenue. The letter, sent to council’s Daniel LaRocco, said the borough wasn’t doing enough to address a problem property next to her home. The two buildings, which
- [Memorial Day parade canceled](https://westhillsgazette.com/memorial-day-parade-canceled/) - The Crafton Borough Council began introducing ideas for Independence Day celebrations at their May 12 meeting after they announced the Memorial Day parade would be canceled. Instead of the traditional celebration, hosted annually by The American Legion, this year’s Memorial Day events will only include a ceremony at the borough building’s memorial. While the Memorial
- [—Letters from the Frontline—Gazette provided GIs with hometown connection during World War II](https://westhillsgazette.com/letters-from-the-frontline-gazette-provided-gis-with-hometown-connection-during-world-war-ii/) - Generations later, featured soldiers still have descendants living in area As the conflict ramped up in the latter stages of World War II, towns and cities across America came to be dominated by news of its progress and casualties. In towns like McKees Rocks and Stowe, hundreds of young men were enlisted to fight overseas, and
- [Cornell announces tax increase](https://westhillsgazette.com/cornell-announces-tax-increase/) - For the fourth straight year, the Cornell school district was ranked the top overachieving school district by the Pittsburgh Business Times. The survey highlights districts outperforming expectations based on economic opportunities. Superintendent Aaron Thomas, Cornell Superintendent, made the announcement at the May 20 school board meeting. Although no members of the public were present, they
- [Police retirement plan updated](https://westhillsgazette.com/police-retirement-plan-updated/) - Coraopolis Council members discussed aggressive driver issues and made changes to police department pensions at its May 12 meeting. Council approved finalizing the addition of a Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) option to the pension program for its police officers. They also discussed implementing a program to combat aggressive drivers in the borough. “[The addition
- [Montour approves new agreement with its union, hires new teaching slate](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-approves-newagreement-with-its-union-hires-new-teaching-slate/) - The Montour School Board approved a five-year contract with the Montour Education Association and also welcomed on board eight new teaching staff during its May 20 meeting. Beginning in the fall, Montour’s elementary and high schools will each have one new teacher, while the middle school’s teaching staff will grow by six. Mark Hutter, board
- [West is the best when it comes to breakfast](https://westhillsgazette.com/west-is-the-best-when-it-comes-to-breakfast/) - WTAE's Elena LaQuatra with Broadway Brunch Owner R.J. Carrabbia and daughter Nora during a May 20 broadcast. Diners in Stowe, McKees Rocks and Coraopolis have captured the airwaves in recent weeks, as two local TV stations have traveled west of the city in search of the region’s best breakfast spots. Love Rocks Cafe in McKees
- [CASH MARKET: Longtime market sale pending in Coraopolis](https://westhillsgazette.com/cash-market-longtime-market-sale-pending-in-coraopolis/) - After 69 years of being owned and operated by the Mancini family, the Coraopolis Cash Market may soon be under new ownership, according to a May 13 post on social media. Rumors started buzzing on Coraopolis Connect, a community page on Facebook, that the owners of Coraopolis Cash Market were selling their business. With few
- [School celebrates despite damaged time capsule](https://westhillsgazette.com/school-celebrates-despite-damaged-time-capsule/) - Two days before they were set to reveal the contents of a 50-year-old time capsule, Carlynton’s senior class officers learned they had been lost to water damage. (Photos)
- [Sto-Rox may pilot patented disinfect-by-drone technology](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-may-pilot-patented-disinfect-by-drone-technology/) - Company representatives pitched the concept to Sto-Rox school directors during an April meeting, where they told directors they hope to pilot the technology on the new sports field before replicating it in districts throughout Western Pennsylvania. A Pittsburgh-area company has selected the Sto-Rox School District to test out a patented drone technology for disinfecting stadiums
- [Sto-Rox to work with Carlow on diversifying its teaching force](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-to-work-with-carlow-on-diversifying-its-teaching-force/) - Over the next three years, the Sto-Rox school district is preparing to put a cohort of local residents through teaching programs at Carlow University and hire them back into the district upon completion. Loaded with $450,000 from two local foundations, the Power of One program is a collaborative effort between Sto-Rox and Carlow University intended
- [Crafton Independence Day celebrations to forge ahead without parade](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-independence-day-celebrations-to-forge-ahead-without-parade/) - Crafton’s Independence Day celebrations will take place on a reduced scale this year, without a military parade. After scrapping the event altogether in 2020 because of the coronavirus, some council members were at odds as to how to move forward this summer during a May 27 public meeting. As restrictions are being lifted statewide, councilman
- [Tax hikes in store for some schools](https://westhillsgazette.com/tax-hikes-in-store-for-some-schools/) - While the preliminary 2021-22 budget passed by the Sto-Rox district forecasts further losses for the struggling district, preliminary spending plans approved by Montour and Carlynton point to a post-pandemic recovery. The provisional spending plans call for Montour to hold the line on taxes, while Sto-Rox and Carlynton plan to increase tax rates by 0.91 and
- [BRIEFLY: PA provides $600,000 boost to local fight against blight](https://westhillsgazette.com/briefly-pa-provides-600000-boost-to-local-fight-against-blight/) - Local municipalities with projects to fight blight and stabilize communities will receive more than $600,000 in grants from the Commonwealth Financing Authority to fund the efforts. Of the latest statewide funding roll-out, the CharWest Council of Governments (COG) is set to receive $200,000, McKees Rocks will receive $300,000 and Stowe Township, $110,000. “Many of our
- [Former State Rep. Nick Kotik gets Cranberry write-in nod](https://westhillsgazette.com/former-state-rep-nick-kotik-gets-cranberry-write-in-nod/) - After retiring from the state legislature in 2016, political veteran Nick Kotik is looking to relaunch his public career as a Cranberry Township supervisor. The former Robinson resident moved to Butler County two years ago and is now going to bat against development efforts that threaten his peaceful retirement plans. “We’re afraid that the tranquillity
- [Borough manager placed on unpaid sick leave](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-manager-placed-on-unpaid-sick-leave/) - During a special meeting held June 2, McKees Rocks Council approved an unpaid leave of absence for Borough Manager Ruth Pompey on account of ongoing health issues. While Pompey is on indefinite leave under continual review, council separately authorized Assistant Secretary LeeAnn Wozniak to serve as substitute manager. “This illness has been going on for
- [Chapman named new fire chief, following retirement of Gallagher](https://westhillsgazette.com/chapman-named-new-fire-chief-following-retirement-of-gallagher/) - After 40 years as a volunteer firefighter in Stowe, Chief David Gallagher has retired from his role as chief. Gallagher’s replacement will be his second in command for the past four years, Matt Chapman. Stowe Commissioners unanimously approved the change in May. “It was my 40th anniversary [with the department] and I retired,” Gallagher said,
- [Forgiveness: It’s not always easy, but it’s always freeing](https://westhillsgazette.com/forgiveness-its-not-always-easy-but-its-always-freeing/) - We all fall short. We all blow it. Not one among us hasn’t hurt someone’s feelings. And none has escaped hurt. It’s a part of life. A husband may dote on his wife, love her, hate the thought of hurting her — yet every wife can share about the hurts they’ve suffered. My own wife
- [Life is fragile: Live life to the fullest](https://westhillsgazette.com/life-is-fragile-live-life-to-the-fullest/) - “There’s been an accident.” As quickly as you can say those words your life can change. Whether it’s a traffic collision, violence, drugs, or an act of nature, the one constant in this journey of life is the never-ending reminders of how precious and fragile it is. It’s been 10 years since a tornado ripped
- [Resources for veterans, first responders a priority](https://westhillsgazette.com/resources-for-veterans-first-responders-a-priority/) - This past Memorial Day was particularly impactful as most of last year’s celebrations were put on hold by the pandemic. This year, though, most of the ceremonies in our area were back, at least in some format, and we were again remembering those soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice. While some parades did not occur
- [If a merger is out of the question, why not lend a helping hand?](https://westhillsgazette.com/if-a-merger-is-out-of-the-question-why-not-lend-a-helping-hand/) - If someone were to run the accounts of the Montour and Sto-Rox districts through a single ledger, they would probably find the surplus accrued by Montour over recent years is just about what’s needed to fill in the financial hole threatening to swallow Sto-Rox whole. The question is, should Montour take on that responsibility? The
- [LOCAL NEWSPAPER: Changes galore in store for Gazette 2.0](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-newspaper-changes-galore-in-store-for-gazette-2-0/) - Gazette 2.0 is excited to announce the following promotions, title changes and additions to our hyperlocal news organization. Longtime Staff Writer Jamie Wiggan has been promoted to Editor-in-Chief, while former editor Caitlin Spitzer flexes her design skills as the Creative Director. The Stowe-based organization is also taking steps toward broadening sports coverage with the addition
- [ENVISIONED ENVIRONMENTS: Rocks native imagines a better future one flower at a time](https://westhillsgazette.com/envisioned-environments-rocks-native-imagines-a-better-future-one-flower-at-a-time/) - Ryan Westwood is the friendly smiling face of Envisioned Environments, a new company launched in April from the site of the former Musmanno Funeral Home complex in Stowe. Besides landscaping, lawn maintenance and custom-built outdoor projects, the company will be transforming a portion of the company’s home base for use as a community event space.
- [Montour offense stifled in WPIAL title game](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-offense-stifled-in-wpial-title-game/) - Montour ace Dylan Matthiessen dominated in his first matchup against New Castle this season, throwing a no-hitter en route to a 3-0 victory. But opposing pitcher Rocco Bernadina got his revenge Wednesday, firing a one-hitter to lead the Red Hurricanes to a 5-0 win for the program’s first-ever WPIAL championship in the Class 4A title
- [In many instances, libraries are the cornerstone of a community](https://westhillsgazette.com/in-many-instances-libraries-are-the-cornerstone-of-a-community/) - → Did you know libraries can be the cornerstone of a community? Some consider libraries as just places to borrow books free of cost. While that is true, libraries offer more than just easily accessible reading material. Samuel Siskind, a University of Pittsburgh graduate with a master’s degree in library and information science, believes a local
- [Help, what’s wrong with me now?](https://westhillsgazette.com/help-whats-wrong-with-me-now/) - Imagine waking up one morning and something doesn’t quite feel right. It starts out as a minor headache or dizzy spell, but not much more comes of it. You think, “Oh, this isn’t a big deal, I’ll just rest and feel better tomorrow.” Except you don’t. You wake up the next morning and the symptoms
- [Sto-Rox calls for school merger with Montour](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-calls-for-school-merger-with-montour/) - Sto-Rox school directors unanimously backed a motion to approach the neighboring Montour about the possibility of the two districts merging. The May 27 motion passed one week after the board approved a 2021-22 spending plan projecting heavy losses despite a tax increase and a large sum of relief funding from the federal government. “[The proposal
- [Empty council seat to be filled during June 16 special meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/empty-council-seat-to-be-filled-during-june-16-special-meeting/) - The Coraopolis Council will hold a special meeting on June 16 as a result of a tied vote when appointing a new member to a recently vacated seat. The shift in personnel comes after councilwoman Lucinda Wade resigned from the council on June 9. While still a Coraopolis resident, a recent relocation out of the
- [Montour shuts out Cathedral Prep; readies for semifinals rematch against New Castle](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-shuts-out-cathedral-prep-readies-for-semifinals-rematch-against-new-castle/) - The last time Dylan Mathiesen had taken the mound prior to Thursday came during the WPIAL 4A championship game against New Castle, where something seemed a bit off. The junior right-hander, who pitched a no-hitter against the Hurricanes earlier in the season, surrendered two runs in the first inning en route to a 5-0 loss.
- [Montour makes history in post-season semifinal loss](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-makes-history-in-post-season-semifinal-loss/) - Montour baseball’s historic season came to an end Monday, losing 3-1 to WPIAL foe New Castle in the PIAA 4A semifinals at Neshannock High School. The showdown marked the fourth time the teams met this year, with Montour winning both regular-season matchups and New Castle taking the two postseason games. A shaky first inning proved
- [Park upgrades set for parklet](https://westhillsgazette.com/park-upgrades-set-for-parklet/) - The parklet at Third Street and Broadway Avenue is set to undergo a $70,000 makeover during the coming months. The aging playground will be replaced by new apparatus, with the addition of a swing and a larger safety mat, according to Borough Engineer Doug Evans of NIRA Consulting Engineers. Using grant funding provided by the
- [Broadway Brunch to become West Park Diner](https://westhillsgazette.com/broadway-brunch-to-become-west-park-diner/) - With founder R.J. Carrabbia pursuing a relocation to Butler County, Stowe breakfast-lunch spot Broadway Brunch is on course to become the West Park Diner under a new owner. Just weeks after local television viewers named Broadway Brunch among the best diners in the region, Carrabbia said he was made an offer he couldn’t refuse on
- [Cost of pool overhaul increased to $700,000](https://westhillsgazette.com/cost-of-pool-overhaul-increased-to-700000/) - Those returning to the Crafton Swimming Pool this summer may not see many changes, but the borough is working to begin a complete overhaul of the facilities as soon as 2022. At the borough council meeting on June 10, the members said renovations to the bathhouse would be minimal this season. In turn, the grant
- [Chase Bank gets green light at Kohl’s lot site](https://westhillsgazette.com/chase-bank-gets-green-light-at-kohls-lot-site/) - Robinson commissioners approved a site plan for the construction of a Morgan Chase bank branch near the intersection of Steubenville Pike and Campbells Run, during the June 7 meeting. According to county records, the parcel where construction is due to take place currently belongs to Kohl’s department store, where it is used for parking. A
- [Food truck permit ordinance on hold](https://westhillsgazette.com/food-truck-permit-ordinance-on-hold/) - Kennedy officials voted to pause enforcement on a newly-passed food truck permit ordinance and enacted a new ordinance laying out user costs for township record requests, during the June 10 meeting. RTK fees The new ordinance requires residents pay $1.25 per copy and $8.00 per hour for research costs associated with Right to Know requests.
- [Council struggles to appoint new member](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-struggles-to-appoint-new-member/) - After two attempts to appoint a new member to the borough’s council, an empty seat remains for Coraopolis’s third ward. Councilman Robb Cardimen has moved to appoint Danielle Burnette to fill the empty seat for the 3rd Ward at both the council’s June 9 meeting and its special meeting on June 16. Burnette has failed
- [Lifeguard shortage: Robinson limits pool to resident-only access this summer](https://westhillsgazette.com/lifeguard-shortage-robinson-limits-pool-to-resident-only-access-this-summer/) - The pool at Clever Park is open to Robinson residents only for the remainder of the 2021 season because of a lifeguard staffing shortage. During his monthly report June 7, Township Manager Frank Piccolino said the pool’s capacity and opening hours had to be reduced at the last minute the previous weekend because five of
- [Parrilla denies political motivations in McDermott’s committee ousting](https://westhillsgazette.com/parrilla-denies-political-motivations-in-mcdermotts-committee-ousting/) - Tensions ran high during the Stowe Township board of commissioners’ meetings this month after President Robin Parrilla indicated plans to remove commissioner Cheryl McDermott as chair of the Public Works committee and replace her with commissioner Dave Rugh. After serving as chair of public works for more than nine years, McDermott said she received a
- [Amusement tax dispute resurfaces as Roxian resumes concert schedule](https://westhillsgazette.com/amusement-tax-dispute-resurfaces-as-roxian-resumes-concert-schedule/) - Following news that live music is set to resume at the Roxian Theatre this fall, debate has resurfaced over the venue’s local tax obligations to McKees Rocks. Mayor Jack Muhr raised the issue during consecutive public meetings June 14 and 15, where he argued forcefully the concert venue should not be permitted to reopen until
- [Democratic incumbent accepts Republican write-in nomination](https://westhillsgazette.com/democratic-incumbent-accepts-republican-write-in-nomination/) - After falling 33 votes short in the Democratic primary, McKees Rocks Mayor Jack Muhr confirmed he plans to run as the Republican nominee in November. The long-time local Democratic chairman and former union worker said he has no problem switching parties if it will give him a chance to serve his hometown for another term.
- [Sports are the perfect microcosm for life](https://westhillsgazette.com/sports-are-the-perfect-microcosm-for-life/) - When I was a manager and looking to hire new employees, I would ask if they play sports. Now, I fully realize that playing sports doesn’t really guarantee that person would be a successful employee but that’s really the point, isn’t it? You see, to me, sports are the perfect microcosm for life. People who
- [Sometimes you just end up in that place](https://westhillsgazette.com/sometimes-you-just-end-up-in-that-place/) - “Where’d you come from, pastor?” my friend John asked as I arrived at the Good News Place. “North Hills.” I said, “Was asked to come do the invocation and benediction for the graduating class at the county Police Academy.” “How’d you end up doing that?” Good question. Sometimes it’s almost as if I don’t know.
- [Premature emergency declaration reversal could have further hurt businesses](https://westhillsgazette.com/premature-emergency-declaration-reversal-could-have-further-hurt-businesses/) - Life certainly appears to be returning to normal quickly. This is evident everywhere, as it is at the State Capitol. As I write this article, sitting in Harrisburg, it is so nice to see that school children are again touring the Capitol, and visitors are back in the gallery of the House Floor. This past
- [Public office is no place for private feuds](https://westhillsgazette.com/public-office-is-no-place-for-private-feuds/) - Navigating the world of local politics as an elected official is no doubt a trying task. In addition to the usual challenges of partisan politics, clashing ideologies and ordinary human bickering, local officials are subject to the added murkiness brought on by check-out line encounters with constituents, family ties to other community players, friends employed
- [Is Coach Janeda’s baseball squad Montour’s next powerhouse program?](https://westhillsgazette.com/is-coach-janedas-baseball-squad-montours-next-powerhouse-program/) - Montour High School maintains a distinguished reputation in the athletic sphere, and many of the school’s programs have shown stretches of dominance in the 21st century. From 2007 to 2014, Montour racked up championships in football, boys basketball (twice), boys volleyball, girls soccer and softball (twice). But the school hasn’t seen such success in recent
- [Juneteenth celebration continues throughout city](https://westhillsgazette.com/juneteenth-celebration-continues-throughout-city/) - → Did you know that Juneteenth may soon become a federal holiday? Congress only approved a bill to make Juneteenth the 12th federal holiday this month, which President Joe Biden is expected to pass. It will be known as Juneteenth National Independence Day. → Did you know Juneteenth, also known as “Freedom Day,” is a holiday that celebrates the
- [Farmer Girl Eb: Business gives back to community through urban farming venture](https://westhillsgazette.com/farmer-girl-eb-business-gives-back-to-community-through-urban-farming-venture/) - Farmer Girl EB in the West End opened in April. The bright green building that houses the Farmer Girl Eb store draws customers in like an urban oasis. Racks of plants line the sidewalk soaking up the sun while owner Ebony (the Eb in Farmer Girl Eb) Lunsford-Evans tends to customers in her new store
- [Locals say a fire on Neville Island shows the pollution didn’t stop after Shenango Coke Works closed](https://westhillsgazette.com/locals-say-a-fire-on-neville-island-shows-the-pollution-didnt-stop-after-shenango-coke-works-closed/) - Metalico, a metal recycling facility on Neville Island. Air quality advocates near Neville Island believe more air monitors are needed to address its pollution problems. In the meantime, they are trying to pressure Metalico, a metal recycling facility where a large fire recently broke out, to change its practices. By Oliver Morrison, PublicSource and Jamie
- [Cornell partners with RMU on mindfulness and cloud sharing](https://westhillsgazette.com/cornell-partners-with-rmu-on-mindfulness-and-cloud-sharing/) - Superintendent Aaron Thomas announced a collaboration with Robert Morris University on a cloud computing program during the Cornell School Board’s meeting on June 17. Instead of managing and storing data on a local server or personal computer, cloud computing uses a network of remote servers on the internet. “When you have a higher institution in
- [New rehab center is unveiled on 5th floor of Kennedy hospital](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-rehab-center-is-unveiled-on-5th-floor-of-kennedy-hospital/) - The Heritage Valley Health System has expanded its rehabilitation center in Kennedy through a joint venture with Sewickley-based Encompass Health. The new facility on the hospital’s fifth floor will function as a satellite of Encompass’s main location in Sewickley and will feature “updated large private rooms, spacious physical therapy gym and dining area for the
- [Successful launch to pool season allows more facilities to open](https://westhillsgazette.com/successful-launch-to-pool-season-allows-more-facilities-to-open/) - As the warm days of summer come to Crafton, the borough’s pool has seen a successful start to the season. After the initial wave of pool pass registrations, the borough is now $10,000 ahead in their annual budget this season. The increase is compared to their 2019 summer season, as the pool remained closed during
- [Suellen Engelhard wins regional educator award](https://westhillsgazette.com/suellen-engelhard-wins-regional-educator-award/) - Suellen Engelhard High school music teacher Suellen Engelhard has been recognized among teachers from more than 140 partnering schools for her “excellent” teaching work at the Sto-Rox School District. The 2021 High School Teacher of the Year Award was awarded to Engelhard by Pittsburgh-based non-profit, The Education Partnership. “I am extremely grateful to be recognized
- [Grants and donations boost extra-curricular programming](https://westhillsgazette.com/grants-and-donations-boost-extra-curricular-programming/) - Sto-Rox students will have opportunities to grow vegetables in class and begin their day with mindful music exercises when they return to school, thanks to two new programs in the works. During the June 24 school board meeting, directors approved programming with the Pittsburgh Symphony and gardening advocacy group Grow Pittsburgh, setting both in motion
- [Final budget approvals lock in tax raises for area school districts](https://westhillsgazette.com/final-budget-approvals-lock-in-tax-raises-for-area-school-districts/) - Final 2021-22 spending plans passed late June ensure residents of the Sto-Rox, Carlynton and Cornell districts will all see raises to their property tax bills over the coming year. The three area districts each fall within the smallest third of public schools and are all struggling with different degrees of financial strain. Sto-Rox The latest
- [Merger and relocation in store for area churches](https://westhillsgazette.com/merger-and-relocation-in-store-for-area-churches/) - Pastor James Hogan of Faithbridge Community Church stands with Bette Kallay after signing transfer paperwork. Plans for a building sale, a relocation and a congregational merger have brought three distinct faith communities into a web of shared fortunes. Finalities pending, the growing congregation at Faithbridge Community Church is moving from its current location in McKees
- [Local leaders working to tackle 'violence epidemic'](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-leaders-working-to-tackle-violence-epidemic/) - Community members weigh in on how to address gun violence during a June 23 public workshop. More than 10% of homicides recorded in Allegheny County during the first six months of 2021 took place in the small communities of Stowe and McKees Rocks. In addition to the six deaths tallied between January and June, countless
- [Wing prices take flight as demand outstrips supply](https://westhillsgazette.com/wing-prices-take-flight-as-demand-outstrips-supply/) - While many COVID-19 restrictions begin to ease, one thing that has not returned back to normal is leaving chicken wing enthusiasts hungry and confused. A tightening in the chicken supply has forced many restaurants in the local area to raise menu prices, while chicken wings continue to be a craved fan favorite. Angelia’s Italian Grille
- [Illegal motel activities taking toll on neighboring business owners](https://westhillsgazette.com/illegal-motel-activities-taking-toll-on-neighboring-business-owners/) - Concerns over ongoing criminal activity at the Pittsburgh Motel on Steubenville Pike – including a June 2020 murder – prompted a nearby business owner to approach Robinson commissioners. A Robinson restaurant owner says his business is increasingly suffering from ongoing criminal activity at a nearby motel that sometimes spills over onto his property. Sang Nam,
- [Just imagine if we all applied this principle](https://westhillsgazette.com/just-imagine-if-we-all-applied-this-principle/) - Our household defines honoring someone as “going beyond what is expected, treating folks like they’re special, and doing so with a good attitude.” It’s a biblical mandate that we honor one another. We teach it to our kids. “Honor one another above yourself,” the apostle Paul wrote in his letter to the church at Rome.
- [I 'could not care less' that you're 'living the dream'](https://westhillsgazette.com/i-could-not-care-less-that-youre-living-the-dream/) - If you’re a regular reader of this column, you’re probably aware of my appreciation of great quotes. What you might not be aware of is my disdain for some phrases that have crept into our everyday vernacular. While having dinner with friends one night, our waitress remarked she was “living the dream.” If passed through
- [State budget boosts school finances, leaves out needed broadband funding](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-budget-boosts-school-finances-leaves-out-needed-broadband-funding/) - The Pennsylvania State House and Senate spent the week of June 21 working on budget negotiations and other bills before the June 30 deadline for the state’s budget. Related bills were passed by the legislature late in the evening on Friday the 25th before the various bills were sent to the Governor for signature. Depending
- [Ending gun violence takes more than talk](https://westhillsgazette.com/ending-gun-violence-takes-more-than-talk/) - Lee Davis, Allegheny County’s violence prevention coordinator, speaks to community members about solutions to the “violence epidemic” plaguing the area. Since the start of the year, six people have already lost their lives to gun violence in McKees Rocks and Stowe. Many more have suffered hospitalizing wounds from the ceaseless skirmishes rattling through our community,
- [GET TOGETHER: New twist on old fun with 'Summer Jam'](https://westhillsgazette.com/get-together-new-twist-on-old-fun-with-summer-jam/) - Event reboot features NFL, hip-hop stars Isiah Neely is old enough to remember community days in Coraopolis. He recalled attending a basketball tournament in his hometown every summer, with residents of nearby neighborhoods flocking to see the action. But that tradition stopped when Neely was in middle school. As years went by, there seemed to
- [Christmas in July: Steubenville Nutcracker Village pops up at Mall at Robinson](https://westhillsgazette.com/christmas-in-july-steubenville-nutcracker-village-pops-up-at-mall-at-robinson/) - Did you know celebrating Christmas in July did not originate as a marketing tool but as a summer camp activity? The National Recreation Association's journal described Christmas in July in 1935 at a girl's summer camp, saying "all mystery and wonder surround this annual event." The very first Christmas in July camp celebration was held in
- [Ruby’s WineHouse bringing fine wines to western suburbs](https://westhillsgazette.com/rubys-winehouse-bringing-fine-wines-to-western-suburbs/) - By launching Ruby’s WineHouse, owners Gino and Lori Chiodo will be introducing local residents to world-class wines and fulfilling a long-held dream of their own. Named after their 2-year-old standard poodle Ruby, the wine house will offer a range of domestic and international wines from the likes of California, France, Italy and Spain. “This is
- [Third time’s a charm: Jason Shazer to fill council vacancy](https://westhillsgazette.com/third-times-a-charm-jason-shazer-to-fill-council-vacancy/) - Newly-appointed Coraopolis Councilmember Jason Shazer with his wife, Alexa, and children, Reese, Callum and Crew. A final attempt to fill an empty seat on the Coraopolis council yielded a unanimous vote and a new candidate at the July 7 council meeting. Jason Shazer, a lifelong Coraopolis resident, was approved to fill the 3rd ward seat
- [Concerns with road work left undone prompts policy review](https://westhillsgazette.com/concerns-with-road-work-left-undone-prompts-policy-review/) - Complaints from citizens over a recent incident where PennDOT road crews aborted work on an inlet construction on Steuben Street because of rainy conditions has prompted Crafton council to begin a review of its street excavation and street opening policies. After the state road crews left the area, residents became concerned parts of the road
- [Kennedy hires one officer, while still seeking another](https://westhillsgazette.com/kennedy-hires-one-officer-while-still-seeking-another/) - Newly-hired police officer William Gardner shakes hands with Kennedy Police Chief Anthony Bruni. Mel Weinstein, treasurer and interim manager (left) and Chris DiNardo, commissioners’ president (right) stand at each side. Kennedy commissioners approved the hiring of William Gardner as a full-time police officer during their July 8 business meeting. When he begins on July 24,
- [Borough forges ahead on abandoned property demo](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-forges-ahead-on-abandoned-property-demo/) - The move to “fight blight” in Coraopolis continues with three abandoned structures demolished in recent months and 10 others sold recently to rehabbers. Borough Manager Ray McCutcheon said removing or repairing abandoned properties helps the community. “Coraopolis is on an upswing right now,” McCutcheon said. “The whole town seems to be doing better.” Community Development
- [Fall return to classes lifts many restrictions](https://westhillsgazette.com/fall-return-to-classes-lifts-many-restrictions/) - After a year of practicing COVID-19 precautions, Montour School District has announced plans to move beyond the pandemic and begin its “return” to school this fall. The guidelines for the 2021 and 2022 school year were presented by Superintendent Christopher Stone at the school board meeting July 15. While the school district remained open during
- [Cases, deaths broken down by municipality](https://westhillsgazette.com/cases-deaths-broken-down-by-municipality/) - More than a month after Gov. Tom Wolf’s emergency declaration was called off in a vote by the state legislature, reported numbers of COVID-19 cases have stayed low across Allegheny County. Since the pandemic began in March 2020, more than 80 deaths and 400 hospitalizations related to the coronavirus have reportedly occurred in the Gazette
- [McKees Rocks officers awarded for life-saving actions](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-officers-awarded-for-life-saving-actions/) - Officers Justin Kluchurosky (left) and William Kelly (right) stand beside McKees Rocks Chief Rick Deliman (center) after receiving awards for each offering life-saving assistance to gunshot victims during recent shootings. Two McKees Rocks officers have been recognized by borough officials for helping save the lives of gunshot victims during recent shooting incidents. Police Chief Rick
- [ELECTIONS: Write-in candidates confirmed for local elections](https://westhillsgazette.com/elections-write-in-candidates-confirmed-for-local-elections/) - Months after area voters headed to the polls for the May primaries, Allegheny County’s election board has confirmed a list of write-in candidates who will appear on the ballot in November. Unlike conventional primary candidates whose names appear on the primary ballots, write-in candidates are “written in” by residents at the polls. Write-in candidacies arise
- [Liquor license granted for GetGo gas station](https://westhillsgazette.com/liquor-license-granted-for-getgo-gas-station/) - Council has approved a liquor license transfer request allowing a new GetGo site under construction near the five-points intersection in McKees Rocks to serve alcohol for on- and off-site consumption. Council voted 6-1 in favor of the request, with Councilmember Liz Delgado providing the lone no vote, and councilmembers Sarah Harvey and Chas Maritz absent
- [Township limits street parking, leases spots to paying residents](https://westhillsgazette.com/township-limits-street-parking-leases-spots-to-paying-residents/) - Parking on Race Street has been limited to the left side only. This change happened in conjunction with a new ordinance permitting the township to charge residents and business owners to reserve parking spots in nearby municipal-owned lots. Stowe officials have approved a new ordinance permitting the township to charge residents to reserve spots on
- [God’s mechanisms make relationships possible](https://westhillsgazette.com/gods-mechanisms-make-relationships-possible/) - Often believers seem to be speaking a strangely different language than other folks, a problem that sometimes makes interaction difficult. “Christianese” is often baffling to people not raised in the church or steeped in the culture. Words like “repent,” meaning to turn from sin and to God, or “discipleship,” meaning the investment of a believer
- [Life is complex but ‘maybe’ my columns make it better](https://westhillsgazette.com/life-is-complex-but-maybe-my-columns-make-it-better/) - Friends of mine were having a little debate on whether social media was helping or hurting society. One adamantly said it was hurting while the other pointed out its benefits. When they asked for my input, I simply replied, “maybe.” Of course, my answer satisfied neither. When they pressed me to elaborate, I showed them
- [Passage of ‘Lemonade Law’ encourages child entrepreneurship](https://westhillsgazette.com/passage-of-lemonade-law-encourages-child-entrepreneurship/) - From all indications it appears that everyone who celebrated the Fourth of July holiday had a wonderful time. The parks across our district were filled with people picnicking, recreating and enjoying some great fireworks displays. Now that we are in the full swing of summer, I hope that everyone is taking some much-needed time to
- [Could western communities fare better if they pull together?](https://westhillsgazette.com/could-western-communities-fare-better-if-they-pull-together/) - Despite its modest size and population, Allegheny County has an absurdly high number of municipalities – 130 – or just four less than the combined number across the entire states of Delaware, Nevada and Rhode Island. As a hyper-local publication – heck it's in our company name – we’re all for local governance, but does
- [Sto-Rox earn first place in passing league competition](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-earn-first-place-in-passing-league-competition/) - The Sto-Rox Vikings won the Westminster College's annual 7 on 7 passing league competition, June 11. The Sto-Rox Vikings were the winners of Westminster College’s annual 7 on 7 passing league competition, which concluded June 11. This year’s event featured 12 teams – Farrell, Neshannock, New Castle, Blackhawk, Clairton, Chartiers Valley, Austintown (Ohio) Fitch, Seton
- [Steubenville Pike once home to cluster of schools](https://westhillsgazette.com/steubenville-pike-once-home-to-cluster-of-schools/) - The schools of the former Robinson School District. Information and identifying information as to the buildings can be found in the article. If you passed through Robinson Township on Steubenville Pike in the 1950s or earlier, you probably recognize the school buildings in this 1956 aerial photo, all facing Route 60 in the vicinity of
- [The westside has the best views in town](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-westside-has-the-best-views-in-town/) - → Did you know that while any born and bred West-sider would call their park at the top of the hill “the overlook,” that’s not its only name? Its official name is actually the West End-Elliott Overlook Park, and that magnificent vista of the landscape has been part of people’s lives for generations. With fantastic
- [Am I cracking up, or is this normal?](https://westhillsgazette.com/am-i-cracking-up-or-is-this-normal/) - Do you ever feel like you’re going crazy and you can’t quite pinpoint why? Truth is, most of us will probably experience something like this in our lives. It could be as simple as having a stressful day and forgetting where you put your keys as a result. Or maybe it’s one of those days
- [Community Investment Fund gives $10K to area businesses](https://westhillsgazette.com/community-investment-fund-gives-10k-to-area-businesses/) - BlackTeaBrownSuga Founder Eszquire Harris (front right) and Studio Manager Ishara Henry (front left) pose with Learn and Earn student workers Christopher Moore, Aonah Booth, Kymir Sheffield, and Michael Kennedy (back row, left to right). A recently completed “participatory capital” program piloted in the McKees Rocks and Stowe communities has put $10,000 into the hands of
- [Board approves full return to school, masks may still be required](https://westhillsgazette.com/board-approves-full-return-to-school-masks-may-still-be-required/) - The Sto-Rox school board recently approved a complete return to the classroom for the first time since the pandemic took hold in March 2020. Students will accordingly resume class Aug. 19 for full-day in-person learning. A state-mandated health and safety plan approved during the same July 22 meeting still includes several protocols for reducing coronavirus
- [Local chef representing state in national seafood contest](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-chef-representing-state-in-national-seafood-contest/) - Chef Jackie Page will be representing Pennsylvania in a national seafood contest in New Orleans. Jackie Page of McKees Rocks will represent the Keystone State in an Aug. 7 face-off against 12 acclaimed chefs from around the country. Page is returning to New Orleans to compete in the Great American Seafood Contest for the second
- [Magistrates playing catch-up following months-long legal backlogs](https://westhillsgazette.com/magistrates-playing-catch-up-following-months-long-legal-backlogs/) - Judges at all levels of the legal system are playing catch-up with caseloads following months of delays and restrictions brought on by the coronavirus crisis. As the gatekeepers of the justice system, local magistrates in particular have accrued heavy backlogs with cases involving traffic and coding violations that were given low-priority while courts operated at
- [Commissioners lash out at resident who questioned response to alleged domestic](https://westhillsgazette.com/commissioners-lash-out-at-resident-who-questioned-response-to-alleged-domestic/) - Stowe’s July 13 meeting turned chaotic after a concerned citizen recounted to commissioners an alleged domestic violence incident involving a relative of a township official. As Valley Street resident Christopher Allen began rehashing the events, he was interrupted by Robin Parrilla, board president, when Allen repeated some of the vulgar language he said he was
- [Hickling announces independent bid in West End magisterial race](https://westhillsgazette.com/hickling-announces-independent-bid-in-west-end-magisterial-race/) - Political newcomer Holly Hickling is attempting to open up the race for Pittsburgh’s westernmost magisterial district as an independent candidate. Hickling, of East Carnegie, was eyeing up the seat before the May primary but said she stepped in somewhat reluctantly when no one else emerged to challenge Democratic nominee Nick Martini from the left. “I
- [LAWSUIT: Resident sues, claiming officials aiding developer](https://westhillsgazette.com/lawsuit-resident-sues-claiming-officials-aiding-developer/) - A Robinson resident is suing the township and several named officials, claiming they’ve worked collectively to pressure him into complying with the plans of a neighboring developer tied to the township. The plaintiff, James Esposito, owner of E&R Property, filed a civil complaint July 15 seeking $35,000 in damages plus legal fees and other related
- [Input wanted for bike-pedestrian ‘complete street’ plan in Ingram](https://westhillsgazette.com/input-wanted-for-bike-pedestrian-complete-street-plan-in-ingram/) - Ingram is looking to invest grant and borough funding on a plan that would help tame traffic on some of the more populated roadways in the area. Ingram is investing more than $45,000 of grant and borough funding to calm traffic – but not without the input of its residents. The new project aims to
- [Robinson hospice fulfills nuptial wishes for Parkinson’s patient](https://westhillsgazette.com/robinson-hospice-fulfills-nuptial-wishes-for-parkinsons-patient/) - After months of battling late-stage Parkinson's, 87-year-old Frank Kirsopp's only wish was to marry Bobbie Bitters. Commonwealth Hospice in Robinson arranged a ceremony for the couple and they were wed on July 30. When Frank Kirsopp became a patient of Commonwealth Hospice earlier this year for assistance living with advanced-stage Parkinson’s disease, a nurse asked
- [Lifelong animal rescuer begins flying dogs to safety during pandemic](https://westhillsgazette.com/lifelong-animal-rescuer-begins-flying-dogs-to-safety-during-pandemic/) - Growing up in the historic Presston neighborhood of Stowe Township, Wayne Wickline’s love of animals began early. His family lived in a duplex in the former company town where neighbors’ animals were unleashed and free to roam. (Photos)
- [$16M soccer and medical facility on track for 2022 open](https://westhillsgazette.com/16m-soccer-and-medical-facility-on-track-for-2022-open/) - By Alex Lehmbeck and Dontae Washington Despite delays from the COVID-19 pandemic, Coraopolis will soon become home to a state-of-the-art sports complex and medical center. A collaboration between the Allegheny Health Network (AHN), Highmark Health and the Pittsburgh Riverhounds professional soccer team, the “AHN Montour Health and Sports Medicine Center” aims to bring this massive
- [Municipal-owned golf course draws players to the sport without elitist trappings](https://westhillsgazette.com/municipal-owned-golf-course-draws-players-to-the-sport-without-elitist-trappings/) - The Moon Golf Club has been providing golfing services for 89 years. If you ask someone outside the area what comes to mind on the topic of “Pittsburgh golf,” there’s a good chance Oakmont Country Club will feature somewhere in the answer. While high-prestige private clubs like Oakmont have gained a national reputation for hosting
- [JOYCE MAYS: I’ll miss you, my friend, until we see each other again](https://westhillsgazette.com/joyce-mays-ill-miss-you-my-friend-until-we-see-each-other-again/) - Joyce Mays and I shared lots of friends and acquaintances. Our bond, however, was closer than that. Much like soldiers who’ve dodged incoming fire together, we had an inordinate amount of tandem emotional sympatico, because we didn’t just chat in her office about the town, or at the family reunion at Fairhaven Park about the
- [New bill protects care-dependent population](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-bill-protects-care-dependent-population/) - The pandemic affected all of us, but some were affected even more due to their special circumstances. Eldercare, in particular, was and has been a subject of great concern and discussion, all through the pandemic. The quality of care in nursing homes and hospitals, safe staffing, the lack of familial contact, among other matters, are
- [Competition is good for local democracy](https://westhillsgazette.com/competition-is-good-for-local-democracy/) - Earlier this month, a political first-timer entered a magisterial race as an independent to challenge an unopposed Democratic nominee who had by then been declared the de facto successor to the seat in play (currently occupied by his father). The candidate, Holly Hickling of East Carnegie, should be praised for taking on such long odds
- [Did you know business owner Helen Mannarino emigrated to the US from Poland?](https://westhillsgazette.com/did-you-know-business-owner-helen-mannarino-emigrated-to-the-us-from-poland/) - Pierogies Plus–celebrating 30 years I had the privilege of spending a quiet morning with Helen Pelc Mannarino on a quaint bench in front of her life’s work, Pierogies Plus, to discuss her business spanning 30 years. I’m seldomly impressed by people, but Helen made an everlasting impression that I will always value. Before our interview
- [Roadway renovations on Crafton Boulevard](https://westhillsgazette.com/roadway-renovations-on-crafton-boulevard/) - Contractors have begun work on Crafton Boulevard as a part of a streetscape renovation plan in Crafton. Borough residents will see increased activity along the boulevard from 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. as workers launch the three part project. Phase II will take place from Noble Avenue to Baldwick Road, with Phase III extending renovations
- [State grant to fund lead pipe replacement](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-grant-to-fund-lead-pipe-replacement/) - A grant of more than $1 million has been designated to the Coraopolis Water and Sewer Authority for upgrading old lead piping infrastructure. According to a press statement from State Rep. Anita Kulik, the CWSA will use the funds from Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority to replace “approximately 2,200 feet of leaded-joint distribution pipe and any
- [State Senator reopens Robinson Township office](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-senator-reopens-robinson-township-office/) - State Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-37) has reopened a public office in Robinson that was shuttered since his predecessor Pam Iovino left office in December 2020. The office is located at 200 Cedar Ridge Drive and is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and Fridays by appointment. “I encourage constituents to give us
- [‘Community Days’ pared down to single day event](https://westhillsgazette.com/community-days-pared-down-to-single-day-event/) - Instead of the usual three-day stint of festivities, Kennedy Community Days will this year be stripped down to a single event on Saturday, Aug. 14. The event – running from 6 to 10 p.m. – will include food trucks, fireworks and inflatable rides operated by the Kennedy Volunteer Fire Department. After canceling altogether in 2020
- [Crafton celebrates next phase of sewage upgrades](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-celebrates-next-phase-of-sewage-upgrades/) - Crafton commissioners came out on Aug. 13 to celebrate the groundbreaking of a multi-million dollar sewage project. A ribbon-cutting ceremony on Grandview Avenue Aug. 13 signaled the start of work underway for the Fountain Street and Woodlawn Avenue sewage separation project. Participating officials said it marked a momentous achievement for those who have been invested
- [Seattle production team landing in Coraopolis for sitcom filming](https://westhillsgazette.com/seattle-production-team-landing-in-coraopolis-for-sitcom-filming/) - Film stars, tractor trailer trucks, box cars and catering companies will move into town in the coming weeks as preparation gets underway for the filming of a new TV series in Coraopolis. The series – a sitcom titled “Sprung” – is a creation of Greg Garcia, whose credits as executive producer extend to several other
- [Kennedy battens down in response to virus variant](https://westhillsgazette.com/kennedy-battens-down-in-response-to-virus-variant/) - During their Aug. 12 business meeting, Kennedy commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution calling for increased measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Pointing to rising cases associated with the COVID-19 delta variant, Mel Weinstein, treasurer and interim manager, said the resolution will again require all staff and visitors to wear a mask before entering
- [Trash accumulations prompt code enforcement crackdowns](https://westhillsgazette.com/trash-accumulations-prompt-code-enforcement-crackdowns/) - Stowe commissioners announced their intentions to crack down on ordinance violations around town during their monthly agenda meeting Aug. 9. The announcement followed outrage expressed on a community Facebook page, where residents highlighted a pile of trash that has reportedly been accumulating in the alley behind 811 Lamont St. for some time. “Until the town
- [Council uses federal funds for sewer repairs and vaccine incentives](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-uses-federal-funds-for-sewer-repairs-and-vaccine-incentives/) - Having received the first of two checks from the federal government’s American Rescue Plan, McKees Rocks officials opted to spend the funds on essential worker bonuses, sewer project repairs and Aldi gift cards as an incentive for residents to get vaccinated against the coronavirus. The remaining share will go toward recouping budget losses from the
- [County investigates potential arson case in recent Stowe fire](https://westhillsgazette.com/county-investigates-potential-arson-case-in-recent-stowe-fire/) - Local firefighters attempt to extinguish a blaze on Island Avenue on Aug. 12. Allegheny County police are investigating a possible arson attack behind a two-alarm fire in Stowe that injured four volunteer firefighters responding to the call Aug. 12. According to local fire officials, multiple departments responded to reports of a burning front door of
- [Township exceeds budget predictions by $1.7 million](https://westhillsgazette.com/township-exceeds-budget-predictions-by-1-7-million/) - Having budgeted conservatively ahead of 2020, an independent audit shows throughout the year Robinson exceeded forecast revenues while also spending less than allocated in the spending plan. The audit report, completed by the accounting firm of Beaver County-based Mark C. Turnley, shows the township brought in revenues totalling $​​14.6 million and spent a total of
- [Sto-Rox graduate acted out in new Mike Webster play](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-graduate-acted-out-in-new-mike-webster-play/) - Sto-Rox graduate Sonny Jani (right), will have a play featuring him and former Steelers player Mike Webster. A play debuting in Ambridge Sept. 2 is set to showcase on stage the last years of the late Mike Webster, whose post-game life was plagued by poor health following years of sustained head trauma during his celebrated
- [Local voices weigh in on critical race theory debate](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-voices-weigh-in-on-critical-race-theory-debate/) - Retired Black judge Cheryl Allen tells audience critical race theory is dangerous, while acknowledging historical problems of racism. As discussions over the role of critical race theory in schools sweep across the country, local groups are weighing in on the matter. Once an obscure academic theory, critical race theory has gained prominence in the past
- [Business owners angered by gas meter relocations](https://westhillsgazette.com/business-owners-angered-by-gas-meter-relocations/) - Broadway business owners are concerned gas meters like the newly installed ones picture above outside a multi-unit apartment building will mar the town’s appearance. Plans to relocate gas meters onto building exteriors have angered several Broadway Avenue business owners, who say it will spoil the town’s aesthetic and could pose safety and liability issues. In
- [Making your relationship work with tenacity](https://westhillsgazette.com/making-your-relationship-work-with-tenacity/) - A couple we know celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary a short time ago. Teressa and I feel pretty accomplished here in our 31st year of matrimony, but compared to 70, we’re rookies! We know this couple well, having worked with them in ministry for several years. They are an inspiration, and I’d say more so
- [Put down the rock and rise to the top of the mountain](https://westhillsgazette.com/put-down-the-rock-and-rise-to-the-top-of-the-mountain/) - Normally, I think I would be the last person to endorse any TikTok videos, but I recently had a friend post one to Facebook that caught my attention. The video is filmed underwater and shows a man carrying a large rock while he runs toward the camera. As he stops, words appear on the screen
- [Take care against heat and tick bites as you enjoy the last weeks of summer](https://westhillsgazette.com/take-care-against-heat-and-tick-bites-as-you-enjoy-the-last-weeks-of-summer/) - The end of summer seems to be fast approaching, but there is still plenty of time to enjoy all that the season has to offer. Farmers Markets have an abundance of fresh produce, wines and honey, all locally grown and made. I’ve even started to see local apples at the markets – a sign that
- [Vaccines are our door to freedom](https://westhillsgazette.com/vaccines-are-our-door-to-freedom/) - As the coronavirus resurges across the country in a menacing new form, we’re once again seeing debates rage on over what precautions we should or shouldn’t take in response. The approaching school year only feeds into this, as we wrestle with how to balance the safety of our children with their educational, social and emotional
- [SportsCards Etc. keeps trading card pastime alive](https://westhillsgazette.com/sportscards-etc-keeps-trading-card-pastime-alive/) - If baseball is America’s oldest pastime, trading cards go hand-in-hand with it. The first baseball cards showed up as far back as the 1860s, with the hobby taking off in the early 1900s. Just like baseball, the activity has lasted all the way to the present, with the trading card industry expanding well beyond the
- [NFL Hall of Fame enshrines Crafton native among football greats](https://westhillsgazette.com/nfl-hall-of-fame-enshrines-crafton-native-among-football-greats/) - Crafton native and former Carlynton linebacker Bill Cowher was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Aug. 7. The Pro Football Hall of Fame weekend this year wound up being one of the busiest ever. In addition to the 2021 class’s enshrinement on Sunday night, Aug. 8, the 2020 group received its shine
- [Disabled students help selves, community through OVR work experience program](https://westhillsgazette.com/disabled-students-help-selves-community-through-ovr-work-experience-program/) - Seventeen year-old OVR student Mark Pryor helps pack the local food pantry with canned goods. Three local students have spent eight weeks of summer helping their community, and in the process, they’ve helped themselves. The students, each of whom has a learning disability, participated in a paid work experience program where they cleaned up trash,
- [I-79 NEVILLE ISLAND BRIDGE](https://westhillsgazette.com/i-79-neville-island-bridge/) - WATCH FOR DETOURS – Construction crews are about a third of the way through a $43 million I-79 Neville Island Bridge renovation project that got underway last August and is expected to finish in summer 2023. Undertaken by the Pittsburgh-based Trumbull Corp., the three-year overhaul involves significant repairs to steel and concrete structures, in addition to
- [School board set to adopt new social media policy](https://westhillsgazette.com/school-board-set-to-adopt-new-social-media-policy/) - Volunteers from interstate natural gas supplier Williams Company gather outside the Cornell School District during the Aug. 19 Day of Caring event. The event kicked off a recently announced three-year commitment to the school by Williams. A social media policy is under review by Cornell school directors who are expected to approve the guidelines in
- [Area districts reverting to mask use for back to school](https://westhillsgazette.com/area-districts-reverting-to-mask-use-for-back-to-school/) - Montour requiring mask use results in parental backlash By Garret Roberts and Jamie Wiggan A heated Aug. 19 school board meeting where Montour directors approved district-wide mask mandates ended with threats issued against school officials and a public participant escorted away by security. Public comment ranged from requests to make masking optional to suggestions that
- [Stowe Tunnel, West Park traffic island set for makeovers](https://westhillsgazette.com/stowe-tunnel-west-park-traffic-island-set-for-makeovers/) - Work crews reconstruct a traffic island in Stowe, capping off a 10-year streetscape venture that previously brought new sidewalks, trees and streetlights to the Broadway Avenue business district. In addition to ongoing gas line replacement work, more road construction projects are underway in Stowe Township including renovations to the 112-year-old Stowe Tunnel and work to
- [Local buyers feel the squeeze of tightening housing market](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-buyers-feel-the-squeeze-of-tightening-housing-market/) - Anyone who has tried to purchase a home over the past year already knows how competitive the housing market has been. With sellers receiving well over the asking price, and listings only lasting on the market for an average of two to three weeks, first-time homebuyers are feeling discouraged and nearly giving up. “There is
- [Anti-blighting efforts spurred on by $2.3 million grant funding](https://westhillsgazette.com/anti-blighting-efforts-spurred-on-by-2-3-million-grant-funding/) - Government officials gather with local stakeholders in front of the former Bank of McKees Rocks site at 602 Chartiers Ave. during an Aug. 20 press conference. Efforts to rehabilitate the dilapidated neo-classical structure received a jumpstart from a $1 million state grant. Representatives of state, county and local government gathered in McKees Rocks Aug. 20
- [Labors of love keep the world turning](https://westhillsgazette.com/labors-of-love-keep-the-world-turning/) - Labor day is back again. My union-loving friends love to point out that the holiday wouldn’t exist without unions fighting for it, and I suppose that’s true… but we shouldn’t just celebrate a sector of the workforce. We should celebrate all good and fruitful labor. From the barista fueling so many folks’ early morning to
- [As 9/12 demonstrated, Americans are still more united than divided](https://westhillsgazette.com/as-9-12-demonstrated-americans-are-still-more-united-than-divided/) - As we approach the 20th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, I’ve had numerous friends tell me they want the America we saw on the day after the attacks. On Sept. 12, this country was united in a way we haven’t seen since World War II, some would claim. Then, discussion inevitably turns toward the current
- [Lawmakers should be in touch with the needs of those they represent](https://westhillsgazette.com/lawmakers-should-be-in-touch-with-the-needs-of-those-they-represent/) - There can be times when I am at the Capitol, and I think we as legislators are in a bubble. Time after time, bills are proposed that may appear to make sense for a small part of the population, or are a reaction (or even an over-reaction) to a specific issue. One simple example relates
- [Service and sacrifice are always costly](https://westhillsgazette.com/service-and-sacrifice-are-always-costly/) - Reflecting on the events of 9/11 brings added poignancy this year as we watch Afghanistan fall back into Taliban hands. It’s hard to find anything redeeming in the thousands of U.S and allied lives lost during a 20-year conflict that started and ended with the same despotic regime in power. Advances in democracy, liberty and
- [Cam Johnson gives back to hometown](https://westhillsgazette.com/cam-johnson-gives-back-to-hometown/) - Cameron Johnson poses with a young athlete at the CJ23 Invitational. Just over a month ago, Cam Johnson found himself on basketball’s biggest stage. In Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Johnson soared over Milwaukee Bucks forward P.J. Tucker to slam down a ferocious poster dunk, blowing up the internet in response. But the viral
- [Fabricator’s Forge: A gamer’s gathering place](https://westhillsgazette.com/fabricators-forge-a-gamers-gathering-place/) - Dom Metzger, an IT contractor based in Crafton, used time saved working from home during the coronavirus lockdown to set up a gaming store in Coraopolis. Fabricator’s Forge offers a one stop shop for gamers. In part, it is a retail store that sells role-playing games, board games and miniatures as well as hobby supplies
- [Historically linked: The twin sycamore trees of Sheraden](https://westhillsgazette.com/historically-linked-the-twin-sycamore-trees-of-sheraden/) - → Did you know about the conjoined twin sycamore trees on Bergman Street in Sheraden? These trees have been notable community icons since the late-1930s, when William Sheraden Bockstoce, the grandson of the community’s first homesteader and namesake William Sheraden, planted them. The white farmhouse that rests behind these majestic trees plays second fiddle in
- [Sto-Rox primary center welcomes new principal](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-primary-center-welcomes-new-principal/) - During its Aug. 26 meeting, the Sto-Rox school board welcomed a new primary school principal, reinstated a bus stop along Helen Street and approved the exploratory process for adding a full-time cyber school coordinator. Crafton-native Brooke Stebler is set to take over the primary center following former Bill Schleicher’s recent move to the curriculum director
- [Advisory committee tasked with finding solution to economic woes](https://westhillsgazette.com/advisory-committee-tasked-with-finding-solution-to-economic-woes/) - Sto-Rox placed in financial recovery program by state A state official tasked with shoring up the Sto-Rox School District’s rocky finances recently told a group of school representatives the road to recovery calls for far-reaching changes in the district’s vision and operations. With the district moving into the state's financial recovery program in July, John
- [Gazette 2.0 players to watch](https://westhillsgazette.com/gazette-2-0-players-to-watch/) - 2021-22 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PICKS SPONSORED BY: ANGELIA’S ITALIAN GRILLE BISHOP CANEVIN, Class A Willie Banks (6-3, 205, Sr., QB-DE) Willie is a four-year starter and has passed for more than 3,000 yards over the past three years and was a leading tackler for the past two years. He has also received All-Conference honors. CORNELL,
- [Fire department secures federal funding](https://westhillsgazette.com/fire-department-secures-federal-funding/) - A $134,590 federal grant awarded in late August will enable the McKees Rocks Volunteer Fire Department to replace its aging supply of oxygen tanks. The pressurized tanks, known as Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBAs), must be regularly serviced and have a recommended lifespan of 15 years. “This is a huge benefit to the department and
- [Comcast tech award goes to daycare](https://westhillsgazette.com/comcast-tech-award-goes-to-daycare/) - Daycare center TT’s ToyBox was recently awarded a suite of new technology devices through Comcast’s RISE program. The McKees Rocks daycare center is one of four businesses selected from the Greater Pittsburgh region in the latest round of awards, intended to “give small businesses owned by people of color...the tools needed to not just survive,
- [Local teacher wins prestigious award](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-teacher-wins-prestigious-award/) - “I was thinking of retiring, then God touched my heart. There was a need at JFK for a math teacher. God tugged at my heart to make a change.” – Darci Smith For Darci Smith, teaching is a calling. “It’s a vocation,” she said. “Everything I do is for the kids. The kids know I
- [Another one bites the dust](https://westhillsgazette.com/another-one-bites-the-dust/) - This fire-damaged home in the 800-block of 7th Street in Stowe Township was torn down on Sept. 10. A fire-damaged single-family home on 7th Street in Stowe was leveled by a demolition crew during the morning of Sept. 10. The township maintains a list of condemned properties prioritized for demolition and has obtained several large
- [Heritage Valley welcomes new board members](https://westhillsgazette.com/heritage-valley-welcomes-new-board-members/) - The Heritage Valley Health System has appointed four new members to its board of directors. The new members, announced in a Sept. 10 press release, include: Fred Cleric, senior vice president at wealth management firm Hefren-Tillotson, Roger W. Davis, Community College of Beaver County president, Charles Kelly, partner with legal firm Saul Ewing Arnstein &
- [Council set to cut voting locations](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-set-to-cut-voting-locations/) - Coraopolis council members are seeking to move all voting locations to the Cornell High School gymnasium. However, no change is expected before the November election. The move must first be approved by the Allegheny County Elections Department. During the Sept. 8 council meeting, Councilman Robb Cardimen said the school's gymnasium can accommodate all residents of
- [$50,000 audio-visual makeover in the works](https://westhillsgazette.com/50000-audio-visual-makeover-in-the-works/) - Crafton Council has approved a contract with Hollowood Music and Sound in McKees Rocks for a full audio-visual upgrade expected to cost up to $50,000. The Sept. 9 vote overturned an agreement approved two weeks prior with SMART Solutions of Pittsburgh that left several important items out of the bid. “We found out the company
- [What’s that smell?](https://westhillsgazette.com/whats-that-smell/) - Wafts of industrial odors emanating from Neville Island got so bad in the early hours of Sept. 2 that many area residents placed 911 calls to report what they perceived as an imminent health threat. In addition to official emergency calls, more than 150 residents from as far away as Downton Pittsburgh filed reports using
- [Protest efforts still going after school closure](https://westhillsgazette.com/protest-efforts-still-going-after-school-closure/) - Weeks after St. Philip School failed to reopen this semester, a parent-led protest group is still hoping to overturn a merger now in effect with neighboring Catholic school St. Margaret in Green Tree. St. Philip advocates have mounted various efforts to keep the doors of the Crafton elementary school open after the diocese announced the
- [SOLD OUT: Kennedy Pines development wrapping up](https://westhillsgazette.com/sold-out-kennedy-pines-development-wrapping-up/) - While construction crews continue working on finishing touches, the last of 43 single-family homes constructed at Kennedy Pines is now under contract. Local real estate developer Frank Zappala told Kennedy commissioners the newly-constructed Kennedy Pines sold out in “record time.” “It’s all about the location, it’s all about the community,” said Zappala, vice president of
- [Resident shares ongoing issue with dump truck debris](https://westhillsgazette.com/resident-shares-ongoing-issue-with-dump-truck-debris/) - Uncovered trucks traveling along McCoy Road have Kennedy resident Angelo Ciaschi down in the dumps. He’s asked commissioners to find a solution to the recurring issue of rocks and other construction materials landing in his front yard. “If somebody could help me in some way, I’d be glad,” Ciaschi told commissioners during the Sept. 9
- [Vaccination data shows varying response between area ZIP codes](https://westhillsgazette.com/vaccination-data-shows-varying-response-between-area-zip-codes/) - View an infographic breakdown of vaccination status by area zip codes
- [Presston resident seeks payment for unauthorized demo](https://westhillsgazette.com/presston-resident-seeks-payment-for-unauthorized-demo/) - After resident John Tacey tore down by hand a vacant unit attached to his home over a period of two years, this is what remains at the Ohio Street site in the Presston neighborhood of Stowe. A Stowe resident is demanding compensation from the township, claiming he was encouraged by a commissioner to demolish a
- [Life and love can exist in beautiful harmony](https://westhillsgazette.com/life-and-love-can-exist-in-beautiful-harmony/) - I recently met a woman whose husband had just passed away. They had been married for 64 years. We got to talking about what made her marriage successful. She said like anything that’s made to last, it all started with the proper foundation. Love, respect, mutual admiration and deciding what to eat for dinner all
- [Never forget the lessons that were learned that day](https://westhillsgazette.com/never-forget-the-lessons-that-were-learned-that-day/) - As I write this article, we are coming off of a summer recess, when the legislature is not in session. So many activities occur during this time, including policy hearings, meetings with groups and individuals, and so much more that is part of being an effective legislator. I have been working on various legislative proposals
- [The praise doesn’t belong to me, but to everyone who pitched in](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-praise-doesnt-belong-to-me-but-to-everyone-who-pitched-in/) - In the 1980s, I was in the Army. My job was to manage a motor pool. My friends will tell you that to this day I can barely change a tire. I was proud of myself when I figured out how to jump start a car. How did I manage a motor pool if I
- [Buying local isn’t just about economics, it's about pride](https://westhillsgazette.com/buying-local-isnt-just-about-economics-its-about-pride/) - When the new Popeyes location recently opened in Robinson, lines of vehicles immediately formed a dense, slow-moving spiral around the drive-thru, reminiscent of a hurricane inching across the screen of a radar map. It stayed that way most of the weekend and well into the next week. The fact that the crawling swirl represented hungry
- [‘I Am an American Day’ was renamed ‘Citizenship Day’ in 1952](https://westhillsgazette.com/i-am-an-american-day-was-renamed-citizenship-day-in-1952/) - → Did you know that on Sept. 17 Americans will celebrate Constitution Day and Citizenship Day? This day commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia on Sept. 17, 1787. U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services also recognizes people on this day who are taking steps to become a U.S. Citizen. For more than 233
- [Robinson roadhouse played prominently in Westwood murder trial](https://westhillsgazette.com/robinson-roadhouse-played-prominently-in-westwood-murder-trial/) - Martha and Jimmy Westwood with two of their four children. James “Jimmy” Westwood, a handsome, popular Justice of the Peace in McKees Rocks in the 1920s and 30s, believed he was destined for great things. But when he was convicted of tampering with ballot counts in the 1932 elections, his troubles were just beginning. Soon,
- [Long-time contributors, community memories to be showcased at health center jubilee](https://westhillsgazette.com/long-time-contributors-community-memories-to-be-showcased-at-health-center-jubilee/) - One day in 1975, Fran Hogan’s late husband Ed responded to a newspaper ad placed by a community health organization in need of a volunteer handyman to help with odd jobs. (Photos)
- [STRENGTH & COURAGE: Women coming together to fight the impact of cancer](https://westhillsgazette.com/strength-courage-women-coming-together-to-fight-the-impact-of-cancer/) - Cancer survivor Denise Wickline of Presston got to Meet Dr. Oz at a 5K run/walk on Sept. 5 to raise awareness for women's cancers. Cancer is perhaps the scariest six-letter word in the English language. Anyone and everyone of any age can be afflicted with this frightening disease, but there’s one group of people that
- [Player of the Week, Week 1](https://westhillsgazette.com/player-of-the-week-week-1/) - Jaymont Green Miller - Sto-Rox Vikings,Class 2A (5-9, 165, WR-CB) During the shutout game against Jeanette, Sept. 3, Sto-Rox Junior Jaymont Green Miller returned a punt for a touchdown, caught a pass for a touchdown, returned a fumble and recovery for a touchdown. Congratulations on being named Gazette 2.0's Player of the Week.
- [Tigers dominate over Spartans in second game of the season](https://westhillsgazette.com/tigers-dominate-over-spartans-in-second-game-of-the-season/) - Moon Tigers kicker Jacob Wieland connects to make an extra point out of the hold of Taite Beachy. WPIAL Football Week 1 Moon 35, Montour 6 The Tigers relied on a dominant defense to pummel the visitors from Montour on Sept. 3. Moon scored two first-half touchdowns from a blocked punt and another on a
- [Player of the Week, Week 2](https://westhillsgazette.com/player-of-the-week-week-2/) - Tim Henderson - Cornell Raiders,Class A (5-9, 165, WR-CB) Cornell Senior Tim Henderson had seven carries, 139 yards and had two touchdowns during the Sept. 10 game against Jefferson-Morgan. Congratulations for being named Gazette 2.0's Player of the Week.
- [Shutout: Vikings trample McGuffey](https://westhillsgazette.com/shutout-vikings-trample-mcguffey/) - Viking Jaymont Green Miller goes in for the tackle against McGuffey. WPIAL Football Week 2Sto-Rox 36, McGuffey 0 The Sto-Rox Vikings rolled over McGuffey 36-0 in front of a packed house Sept. 10. After a slow start, the big play offense got going with 3:30 left in the first quarter, with senior Austin Jones connecting
- [Raiders continue winning streak in home contest with Northgate](https://westhillsgazette.com/raiders-continue-winning-streak-in-home-contest-with-northgate/) - Cornell Runningback Raequain Troutman picks up a first down during the Raiders’ 42-18 win over Northgate. After dropping their season opener to Mohawk 14-7, the Cornell Raiders have reeled off two straight wins in blowout fashion. Cornell Quarterback Sincere Kimbrough heads for the end zone and a touchdown during the Raiders’ 42-18 win over Northgate.
- [Close win over Avonworth takes Vikings to 4 - 0](https://westhillsgazette.com/close-win-over-avonworth-takes-vikings-to-4-0/) - The Sto-Rox vs. Avonworth match-up was the featured game of the week in several major outlets and no one in the stands was disappointed with the hard-fought contest ending in a 19-16 victory for the Vikings. Sto-Rox is known for its high-octane offense, but on this night the defense stole the show by holding the
- [OLSH charge to 4-0 season record with strong showing at Fort Cherry](https://westhillsgazette.com/olsh-charge-to-4-0-season-record-with-strong-showing-at-fort-cherry/) - WPIAL FOOTBALL WEEK 4 OLSH 27, FORT CHERRY 6 The age old adage of "don't grow up too fast" certainly doesn't apply to this year’s Our Lady of the Sacred Heart football team. Boasting only six seniors on their roster, the chargers are making their mark early in the WPIAL A Big Seven conference, laying
- [‘We’re not gonna back down’: School mask mandate protests continue at local school district](https://westhillsgazette.com/were-not-gonna-back-down-school-mask-mandate-protests-continue-at-local-school-district/) - Montour moved its Sept. 17 meeting outdoors allowing anti-mask protesters to speak. A month after school directors approved district-wide mask mandates during a testy August meeting, several parents returned to the school board Sept. 17 to declare their continued opposition. “We’re not gonna back down, we’re not gonna let up on this,” said Jennifer Pecori
- [West Carson Extension](https://westhillsgazette.com/west-carson-extension/) - Construction crews are about to begin work to connect West Carson Street at the Pittsburgh-McKees Rocks border with the former CSX Intermodal facility in Stowe and a swath of undeveloped commercial property in between. Planned out over three phases, the West Carson Extension will link the existing Route 51 with the recently-constructed Intermodal Way that
- [Union president says morale at new all-time low](https://westhillsgazette.com/union-president-says-morale-at-new-all-time-low/) - The president of the teacher’s union told Sto-Rox officials educator morale is at an “all-time low” in a statement given during the district’s Sept. 23 board meeting. “I’m starting my 29th year at this district, and in those 29 years, this has been the hardest, most stressful, most uncomfortable start of the year,” Carrie Palermo
- [Soccer complex construction underway](https://westhillsgazette.com/soccer-complex-construction-underway/) - Officials and stakeholders sign a construction beam used in the $16 million athletics and health complex expected to open in 2022 spanning parts of Coraopolis and Robinson. After delays stemming from the coronavirus pandemic, construction is forging ahead on a state of the art soccer and health complex at a site spanning parts of Robinson
- [Maennerchor demolition underway](https://westhillsgazette.com/maennerchor-demolition-underway/) - After the McKees Rock council approved a demolition contract back in April for the former Maennerchor Hall at the intersections of Frank and Bruce streets, crews finally got to work tearing it down early last week. The large, crumbling dance hall originally took its name from the German “male choir” that was incorporated there in
- [Parent concerns give bump to speed hump installation](https://westhillsgazette.com/parent-concerns-give-bump-to-speed-hump-installation/) - An Amazon delivery van slows down before crossing over a recently installed speed bump on Woodward Avenue in Stowe. Parental concerns voiced about road safety seem to have bumped forward the township’s efforts to mitigate speeding risks on a residential street. A week before a new speed bump was installed on Woodward Avenue, residents Joy
- [Cornell families among first to log into free internet](https://westhillsgazette.com/cornell-families-among-first-to-log-into-free-internet/) - The Cornell School District is making good on a promise to offer free high-speed internet service to students who need it. Kris Hupp, director of technology and instructional innovation, announced at the Sept. 16 board meeting that Pittsburgh Meta Mesh is busy installing internet service in homes throughout the district. Hupp spearheads the Every1Online project
- [McKees Rocks Borough caught in flurry of personnel changes](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-borough-caught-in-flurry-of-personnel-changes/) - During a single meeting Sept. 14, the McKees Rocks council approved a termination and a resignation, authorized a work contract with an external agency and took steps to hire a new part-time worker. Council did not publicly discuss the termination of a street department worker– backdated to Aug. 27 – or the separation agreement spelling
- [National Guard jet fuel spillage hits watershed at Montour Run](https://westhillsgazette.com/national-guard-jet-fuel-spillage-hits-watershed-at-montour-run/) - The 171st Air Refueling Wing and 146th Weather Flight operate out of the Pittsburgh Air National Guard site in Moon where a petroleum spill occurred Sept. 14. Restoration efforts are still underway to combat effects of a 15,000 gallon jet fuel spill that seeped into the Montour Run watershed the night of Sept. 14. Following
- [WOOF-WOOF: Noise issues at luxury pet resort generate protests](https://westhillsgazette.com/woof-woof-noise-issues-at-luxury-pet-resort-generate-protests/) - The fact that many dogs are said to give “more bark than bite” is not much help for the Robinson community members concerned by noise from a local kennel disrupting their neighborhood. Community members addressed the board of commissioners Sept. 13, drawing attention to the increased noise disturbance stemming from the Woofles Premier Pet Resort
- [Township seeks dismissal in eminent domain lawsuit](https://westhillsgazette.com/township-seeks-dismissal-in-eminent-domain-lawsuit/) - Robinson officials are asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a resident who claims his property is being improperly seized to benefit a developer with ties to the township. In a court response filed Sept. 21, township lawyers say officials acted in good faith by beginning eminent domain proceedings in 2018 to obtain
- [Bills on puppy mills and sports harassment introduced to legislature](https://westhillsgazette.com/bills-on-puppy-mills-and-sports-harassment-introduced-to-legislature/) - The summer ran by very quickly, but my staff and I were kept very busy in the district office with remnants of unemployment compensation issues and other issues that are handled by us on a continuing basis. I believe the most important task facing any state representative is often the task of constituent service, as
- [This isn’t the season or reason to go along to get along](https://westhillsgazette.com/this-isnt-the-season-or-reason-to-go-along-to-get-along/) - The world’s gone nuts,” a seasoned teacher said to me recently. “I’m punching the clock for a few more months until I retire, just trying to shut my mouth and stay out of trouble… but I hate it.” I asked why. “Why? Because the kids are stone wrong about so much and we’re all afraid
- [Apollo Mission: Backyard space voyage revisited 50 years later](https://westhillsgazette.com/apollo-mission-backyard-space-voyage-revisited-50-years-later/) - Just like many other young boys growing up in the early 1970s, Bill Poznanski and Bob Russ were captivated by the enchanting blend of science and adventure that marked the early years of American space travel. (Photos)
- [Setting her sights: Artist Lataya Johnson wants to sling ink](https://westhillsgazette.com/setting-her-sights-artist-lataya-johnson-wants-to-sling-ink/) - I was running late—as usual, but in my defense, artist Lataya Johnson and I had decided to meet the morning the remnants of Hurricane Ida were mercilessly lashing the city and most of the east coast. (Photos)
- [Have you ever thought of two-timing your employer?](https://westhillsgazette.com/have-you-ever-thought-of-two-timing-your-employer/) - I read an article on LinkedIn the other day about people who have taken on two jobs during this pandemic. I don’t mean second jobs that they go to after their first jobs. No, these folks are working a full-time second job they do during the hours of their normal full-time job while working remotely.
- [To overcome our divisions, we must start with ourselves](https://westhillsgazette.com/to-overcome-our-divisions-we-must-start-with-ourselves/) - In a statement delivered during a recent school board meeting, the president of the Sto-Rox teacher’s union lamented to the leaders in attendance about how “there’s no more working together.” Putting aside for now whatever problems Sto-Rox is currently going through, this phrase describes the situation in so many other schools, governments and agencies with
- [Heinz Ketchup still a household favorite for Pittsburghers](https://westhillsgazette.com/heinz-ketchup-still-a-household-favorite-for-pittsburghers/) - → Did you know Heinz Ketchup is the best-selling ketchup in Pittsburgh? Pittsburghers believe there is a stark difference in taste and consistency between Heinz Ketchup and other brands. When asked, local patrons at Bob’s Diner in Kennedy Township all showed the unsurprising preference for Heinz Ketchup above all others. Sheraden resident Tyree James II exemplified
- [Undefeated no more: Chargers dealt first loss](https://westhillsgazette.com/undefeated-no-more-chargers-dealt-first-loss/) - Chargers Wide Receiver Ziggy McIntosh has a pass slip through his hands in the second half of the OLSH 34-7 loss to the Rochester Rams Oct. 2. WPIAL FOOTBALL WEEK 5 OLSH 7, ROCHESTER 34 It's been said and written, "all good things must come to an end." Unfortunately for Our Lady of the Sacred
- [Moon 6-0 with close win over South Fayette](https://westhillsgazette.com/moon-6-0-with-close-win-over-south-fayette/) - Tigers Wide Receiver Taite Beachy hauls in a pass for a huge gain in the Moon 28-13 win over South Fayette to remain unbeaten so far this season at 6-0. WPIAL FOOTBALL WEEK 5MOON 28, SOUTH FAYETTE 13 The Moon Area Tigers extended a six game undefeated run Oct. 1 with a 28-13 victory over
- [Health department issues fine, demands corrective plan following Neville Chemical leak](https://westhillsgazette.com/health-department-issues-fine-demands-corrective-plan-following-neville-chemical-leak/) - The Allegheny County Health Department filed an enforcement order Oct. 5 fining Neville Chemical $62,075 and requesting a corrective action plan, following a Sept. 2 leak that spewed hazardous emissions into the local airshed. As well as exceeding federal air emission limits, the enforcement order also charges the chemical company with failing to submit a
- [Spartans pull back from jaws of defeat reviving play-off chances](https://westhillsgazette.com/spartans-pull-back-from-jaws-of-defeat-reviving-play-off-chances/) - Linebacker John Midili landing one of 11 tackles holding off Blackhawk’s defense during a close Spartan victory. WPIAL FOOTBALL WEEK 5 MONTOUR 28, BLACKHAWK 21 Montour bounced back from a 14-0 deficit to defeat Blackhawk 28-21 during a tough face-off Oct. 8, reviving the team’s play-off chances after a shaky start to the season. Two
- [Crafton resident aiming to stop unpopular bridge toll](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-resident-aiming-to-stop-unpopular-bridge-toll/) - Crafton resident and activist Pete Linko has started a petition to stop proposed tolls on Interstate-79 after learning PennDOT plans to move forward with an initiative that will toll multiple interstate bridges across the state, including one at the Bridgeville interchange. “The whole idea of this petition is so that the voices of western Pennsylvanians
- [Borough council meeting canceled](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-council-meeting-canceled/) - A meeting of the McKees Rocks Council was canceled Oct. 5 after only four of nine members showed up to participate at the council chambers. The Tuesday night meeting was set to be the first caucus session in a new schedule approved September that will enable council to present new action items in between meetings
- [Council forgives recently uncovered delinquent fee from 2007](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-forgives-recently-uncovered-delinquent-fee-from-2007/) - Coraopolis council members agreed Oct. 6 to forgive a portion of a tax bill unknowingly delinquent for 14 years. Although Janet Farris paid her school and county taxes in 2007 for her 4th Avenue beauty salon, for some reason she didn't pay the $892 owed to the borough. Two weeks ago, Farris received a tax
- [$1 million seed jumpstarts Chartiers Avenue makeover](https://westhillsgazette.com/1-million-seed-jumpstarts-chartiers-avenue-makeover/) - Pittsburgh’s westside neighborhoods may be finally getting their due after missing out on repeated waves of investment that have swept along a host of other city communities in recent years. Kick-starting a project expected to extend for years or even decades, the city has allocated $1 million of its American Rescue Plan funding as seed
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- [New Sto-Rox roof may cost school district $2 million](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-sto-rox-roof-may-cost-school-district-2-million/) - The Sto-Rox school board put off voting on a project during its Sept. 30 meeting to consider whether the district should instead move toward replacing the entire roof of the upper elementary building at a cost of up to $2 million. The board had initially been set to vote on $108,000 in repair work which
- [Meet Milo: Robot helps special needs children understand emotions](https://westhillsgazette.com/meet-milo-robot-helps-special-needs-children-understand-emotions/) - Elementary students (Rylan, Hazel, William, JaiQuan, Mason and Arjun) pose with their teachers and support workers (Mrs. Recker, Mrs. Bentz, Mrs. Grega, Miss Sumpter and Mrs. Carlson) while new-arrival Milo the robot takes center stage. Montour educators hope an emotionally sophisticated robot may be able to engage some special education students beyond the reach of
- [Robinson Township officials walk back luxury dog resort criticisms](https://westhillsgazette.com/robinson-township-officials-walk-back-luxury-dog-resort-criticisms/) - Robinson officials praised Woofles Premier Pet Resort as a “first-class” business during an Oct. 4 meeting, after several residents showed up the previous month to voice concerns about noise issues. President Sam Abatta and Vice President Ron Shiwarski both spoke in support of Woofles during their reports, which followed a plea from resort owner Beth
- [Committees continue to address pandemic-related issues](https://westhillsgazette.com/committees-continue-to-address-pandemic-related-issues/) - As I write this article, I am in Harrisburg for another busy week. The State House has sat for three consecutive session weeks and has considered bills on a wide array of issues. The House Professional Licensure Committee, of which I am a member, continues to address issues remaining from the COVID-19 crisis. Licensure waivers
- [Love should lead us out of our comfort zones](https://westhillsgazette.com/love-should-lead-us-out-of-our-comfort-zones/) - This week, I did a little instructive engagement in Harrisburg alongside one of my heroes: Dr. Larry Anderson the pastor of Great Commission Church in Philly. Pastor is just one among various other hats that Anderson wears. (I could run those down, too, because he’s effective in helping lots of other pastors, churches, and communities
- [For your next movie night, don’t just binge watch at home](https://westhillsgazette.com/for-your-next-movie-night-dont-just-binge-watch-at-home/) - This past weekend I went to the Dependable Drive-In Movie Theater in Moon Township. I hadn’t been to a drive-in in years, the last time being at Twin Hi-Way in Robinson about a year before it closed. Years after the fact, I would meet one of the partners of Twin Hi-Way, Jim (Jimmy) Torcasi. I
- [Blunder leads to fervent online discussion both ‘Left and Right’](https://westhillsgazette.com/blunder-leads-to-fervent-online-discussion-both-left-and-right/) - If you happened to be driving down Pine Hollow Road in Kennedy Township during the early morning hours of Sept. 28, you may have noticed a peculiar word sprawled on the left turn lane near the intersection with McCoy Road and Kenmawr Plaza. The bright white word “OLNY” was painted in large blockish letters on
- [FOLLOW THE MONEY: Local elections should run on local dollars](https://westhillsgazette.com/follow-the-money-local-elections-should-run-on-local-dollars/) - It’s concerning that several campaign finance committees named for towns like Kennedy, Robinson and McKees Rocks actually derive most of their funding from business owners and political organizations based in places like McMurray, Gibsonia and even New Jersey. While municipal election expenses usually are limited to the cost of a few hundred yard signs and
- [Zombie filmmaker George Romero cut his teeth in the steel city](https://westhillsgazette.com/zombie-filmmaker-george-romero-cut-his-teeth-in-the-steel-city/) - → Did you know legendary zombie filmmaker George A. Romero went to Carnegie Mellon University? Upon graduating in 1961 from the college, which was called Carnegie Institute of Technology at the time, Romero concentrated on directing short films along with commercials before co-writing the masterpiece “Night of the Living Dead.” Eerily filmed in black in
- [UNDER WRAPS: Artist says treating Columbus painting as political statement would undermine art](https://westhillsgazette.com/under-wraps-artist-says-treating-columbus-painting-as-political-statement-would-undermine-art/) - Internationally-known artist Fabrizio Gerbino’s work, “Untitled (Colombo),” is featured as part of the 108th annual exhibition of the Associated Artists of Pittsburgh. As discussions about removing the Christopher Columbus statue at Pittsburgh’s Schenley Park caught flame across the region last year, Stowe-couple Cynthia Lutz and Fabrizio Gerbino decided to travel across town to steal a
- ['Love your Library'](https://westhillsgazette.com/love-your-library/) - The Robinson Township Library has come out of September $6,000 better off thanks to a $3,000 donation from the Parkway West Rotary Club made during Allegheny County Library Association’s Love Your Library matching drive pledge. Led by sportswriter Gerry Dulac, the Parkway West Rotary hosts an annual golf event fundraiser, distributing proceeds to different local
- [Park board honored at township meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/park-board-honored-at-township-meeting/) - Robinson’s parks board prepares for Halloween festivities. Left to right: Janet Hammer, Mary Ann Johnson, Diane Freese, Mike Migliozzi, Deb Marko, Denise Somma and Jane Tallon. Robinson Commissioners began their Oct. 4 meeting in a short ceremony celebrating the year-round efforts of the township’s appointed parks board. “These individuals are very hardworking,” said Sam Abatta,
- [Halloween Festivities](https://westhillsgazette.com/halloween-festivities/) - Trick-Or-Treat CORAOPOLIS –Thursday, Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. CRAFTON – Sunday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. INGRAM – Saturday, Oct. 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. (Annual parade and costume contest will not be held this year.) KENNEDY – Saturday, Oct. 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. McKEES ROCKS – Sunday, Oct. 31 from 6 to
- [Unblemished Tigers remain unbeaten at 8-0](https://westhillsgazette.com/unblemished-tigers-remain-unbeaten-at-8-0/) - Moon Quarterback Tyler McGowan hands the football off to Running Back Dylan Selva. WPIAL FOOTBALL WEEK 7MOON 16, UPPER ST. CLAIR 13 Catch a glimpse of the back of a Moon Tigers football helmet and you see the inscription, “CHASING GREATNESS.” Now at 8-0 for the season after beating Upper St. Clair (USC), the Tigers
- [Vikings destroy Western Beaver, maintain perfect season record](https://westhillsgazette.com/vikings-destroy-western-beaver-maintain-perfect-season-record/) - Sto-Rox defensive players Taemar Hull and Drevon Miller-Ross bring down a Western Beaver running back in the Vikings 41-0 pounding of the Golden Beavers. The Vikings remain unbeaten as of week seven of the season. WPIAL FOOTBALL WEEK 7 STO-ROX 41, WESTERN BEAVER 0 On paper, it was a marquee conference matchup. No. 1 versus
- [HIDDEN PLIGHT: Mental illness isn’t just a national problem, but a local one, too](https://westhillsgazette.com/hidden-plight-mental-illness-isnt-just-a-national-problem-but-a-local-one-too/) - I once heard a story a couple of years ago about a supervisor for a local alcohol recovery program who was secretly providing alcohol to alcoholics while they were supposed to be in recovery. I asked why he would do such a thing. He told me he didn’t believe any of the patients could actually
- [Tigers devour Hawks to maintain unbeaten streak](https://westhillsgazette.com/tigers-devour-hawks-to-maintain-unbeaten-streak/) - Moon Linebacker Ben Bladel causes a fumble as he and teammate Jacob Baumgartner sack Bethel Park Quarterback Max Blanc in the Tigers 30-0 win to remain unbeaten at 9-0. WPIAL FOOTBALL WEEK 8 MOON AREA 30, BETHEL PARK 0 When a team develops a certain style of football, it can become predictable to opponents and
- [St. Malachy alums voice concerns over handling of sports memorabilia](https://westhillsgazette.com/st-malachy-alums-voice-concerns-over-handling-of-sports-memorabilia/) - Members of the St. Malachy Blue Bombers basketball team with their trophy following 2013 tournament play in Erie. “The trophies, plastic as they may be, were a symbolization of what could happen if somebody really cared about something and worked consistently toward getting it. The story in my eyes is what happens to the memory
- [Council president provides update about ALCOSAN](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-president-provides-update-about-alcosan/) - McKees Rocks Council President Archie Brinza told members of council that Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) representatives have assured McKees Rocks officials they no longer plan to raze the former Crivelli dealership building and will not use the surrounding site as an "entrance point" for a longstanding infrastructure project. Brinza did not disclose further details
- [Doyle announces retirement plans & navy honored](https://westhillsgazette.com/doyle-announces-retirement-plans-navy-honored/) - After serving nearly three decades as a congressional representative for Pennsylvania’s 18th District, Mike Doyle announced plans to retire when his current term expires at the end of 2022. Doyle shared the news during a press conference Oct. 18, where he said: “The time had come to pass the torch to the next generation.” “Almost
- [Coraopolis demolitions](https://westhillsgazette.com/coraopolis-demolitions/) - Coraopolis is continuing efforts to demolish vacant houses. Homes at 1424 and 1731 Hiland and 536 Fifth avenues will be demolished by year-end, following asbestos abatement. Minniefield Demolition Services of West Mifflin will complete the work. A Community Development Block Grant will cover the $51,850 cost. “Once completed, that will be seven demos we did
- [Council rejects commercial offer for vacant lot](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-rejects-commercial-offer-for-vacant-lot/) - An undeveloped residential land parcel that was on course to become a parking lot for a new business will instead become a green space maintained by a resident. Hearing strong pushback over the original plans for the lot at 823 Short St., council voted to sell the property to nearby resident Martin Doyle for $1
- [AMUSEMENT TAXES: Roxian owners reach tax agreement with borough](https://westhillsgazette.com/amusement-taxes-roxian-owners-reach-tax-agreement-with-borough/) - After wrangling over amusement taxes accrued since the venue’s 2019 opening, owners of the Roxian Theatre have reached an agreement with the borough that will end the dispute. Council voted during a special meeting Oct. 19 to accept a $90,000 payment from Roxian Live, LLC to clear the theater operators of all outstanding tax obligations.
- [Directors discuss new program, COVID relief funding](https://westhillsgazette.com/directors-discuss-new-program-covid-relief-funding/) - After two COVID-19 focused meetings, the Montour school directors returned for a typical agenda at the Montour High School auditorium on Oct. 21. After recognizing the students of the month, the school board highlighted some new programs coming to the district. They also discussed a large sum of money that the school is receiving as
- [Kennedy hires additional officer](https://westhillsgazette.com/kennedy-hires-additional-officer/) - Kennedy Township added a second new officer to its police department Oct. 14 to bring the force to a full complement of 11. After breaking for an executive session part way through the meeting to interview the candidate and reach a decision, the board returned and unanimously voted to hire John O’Donnell. A Kennedy native
- [Blue ribbon campaign honors slain mailman](https://westhillsgazette.com/blue-ribbon-campaign-honors-slain-mailman/) - Lou Vignone (right) stands beside groom Paul Stemplewski on his 1997 wedding day. A long-time friend of slain mailman Lou Vignone is hoping to promote a positive message on the back of his senseless murder. Seeing tributes paid by Rennerdale and Collier residents, who tied blue ribbons to their mailboxes following Vignone’s Oct. 7 killing,
- [Auditors: Bookkeeping failures led to $900,000 in IRS, state fees](https://westhillsgazette.com/auditors-bookkeeping-failures-led-to-900000-in-irs-state-fees/) - An audit report presented to the Sto-Rox School Board Oct. 21 revealed a pattern of major bookkeeping errors during the past few years that brought about approximately $900,000 in fees owed to the IRS and state revenue department. Auditor Mark Turnley told school officials the books for the 2019-20 tax year were not correctly reconciled
- [Who is running in the 2021 municipal elections?](https://westhillsgazette.com/who-is-running-in-the-2021-municipal-elections/) - Don’t forget to stop by the polls Nov. 2 and place your votes in your local election. Below are the registered 2021 candidates for Coraopolis, Crafton, Ingram, Kennedy, McKees Rocks, Neville, Pennsbury, Pittsburgh, Robinson, Rosslyn Farms, Stowe and Thornburg as well as school districts, Carlynton, Cornell, Montour and Sto-Rox. CORAOPOLIS Constable, Ward 1, 6-year term,
- [Commissioners plan to reel in unruly public comments](https://westhillsgazette.com/commissioners-plan-to-reel-in-unruly-public-comments/) - Stowe commissioners are considering enforcing rules regarding citizen comment during monthly meetings after a number of public comments resulted in outbursts by both members of the public and of the board during the past year. “The last few months have been getting out of control,” said commissioner Dave Rugh during the board’s Oct. 12 voting
- [Fire safety: Keep your families and our first responders safe](https://westhillsgazette.com/fire-safety-keep-your-families-and-our-first-responders-safe/) - I have been a member of the Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee since being elected to the State House. The members and leadership of this committee work in a bi-partisan manner to further the causes of our military and emergency personnel. Our district is comprised of 13 municipalities, and we are protected by 13
- [Health of small businesses one of the hardest hit during pandemic](https://westhillsgazette.com/health-of-small-businesses-one-of-the-hardest-hit-during-pandemic/) - I first moved to Crafton in March of 2020 and had already found my way around town and to the busway for my morning commute downtown. I am sure everyone has heard of the long-term effects of COVID-19 on your health, but are many people aware of the long-term effects on local businesses? This year
- [Local news can still make an impact on our communities](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-news-can-still-make-an-impact-on-our-communities/) - It was a typically busy day, running about with two of the guys working for the church from one task to another. In our busy-ness, we often miss a lot… but sometimes something pleasantly forces itself into view. In this case, it was a car. Or, at least, the kind gentleman driving it. We’d stopped
- [A few jelly beans](https://westhillsgazette.com/a-few-jelly-beans/) - Darkness filled the graveyard site From beneath the earth, an eerie light The earth erupted like a nightmare dreamed A skeleton appeared, while a night owl screamed. Magic black now filled the air As bleach white bones assembled there Moon still bright with smog on the ground And bones were rattling, but without a sound.
- [Who’s the ghost with the most? Beetlejuice, of course!](https://westhillsgazette.com/whos-the-ghost-with-the-most-beetlejuice-of-course/) - → Did you know the 1988 comedy-horror film “Beetlejuice” was not originally written about a hilarious and mischievous poltergeist? Co-screenwriter Michael McDowell created the infamous character portrayed by “Forest Grove” native Michael Keaton. McDowell’s vision of Beetlejuice was much darker and stranger than the Tim Burton creature most audiences are familiar with. → Did you know in
- [CRIME INTERTWINED: Chicago mobster and special agent share McKees Rocks link](https://westhillsgazette.com/crime-intertwined-chicago-mobster-and-special-agent-share-mckees-rocks-link/) - Right after his release from a Philadelphia prison in 1930, mobster Al Capone reportedly spent a night in McKees Rocks on his way back home to Chicago. (Photos)
- [Superintendent considering legal action in face of resignation pressure](https://westhillsgazette.com/superintendent-considering-legal-action-in-face-of-resignation-pressure/) - A lawyer representing Sto-Rox Superintendent Frank Dalmas says the district’s top administrator intends to fight attempts in motion to force his resignation. Although the school board has not approved any official action to remove Dalmas, his attorney, Charles Lamberton, said he has been on a forced leave of absence since the week beginning Oct. 18
- [PLAY-OFF ROUNDUP](https://westhillsgazette.com/play-off-roundup/) - Raiders Shamar Wilson intercepts a pass in the Cornell win over Monessen 33-0 in round one of the WPIAL Playoffs. WPIAL FOOTBALL WEEK 9 CORNELL 31, Monessen 0 By Mike Longo Jr. The Cornell Raiders football team has been sending a message all season. Unfortunately for the Monessen Greyhounds, they heard it loud and clear
- [FLICK IS THE PICK: Newcomer ousts mayor of 20 years](https://westhillsgazette.com/flick-is-the-pick-newcomer-ousts-mayor-of-20-years/) - David Flick on the eve of his Nov. 2 mayoral election victory in McKees Rocks. Democratic nominee David Flick kept up the momentum from his upset primary victory over incumbent mayor Jack Muhr to deliver a decisive win on election day Nov. 2. Flick, 52, presents himself as a new voice for a town that
- [Building upgrades approved](https://westhillsgazette.com/building-upgrades-approved/) - Sto-Rox school directors approved $96,500 in capital fund expenditures to pay for roofing repairs and repaving projects at two district sites during their Oct. 28 meeting. Faced with the need to fund a $2 million new roof installation in the near future, the board decided against a $100,000 interim job and approved a minimal patch-up
- [Trash removal costs going up](https://westhillsgazette.com/trash-removal-costs-going-up/) - Trash removal in Crafton Borough will cost an extra $20 per home next year to account for increased fees and delinquent payments by residents. Interim Manager Douglas Sample said home owners will now pay $255 annually for Waste Management trash hauling, which includes an extra $10 to cover a 4.5% increase in costs and $10
- [Neville Chemical appeals health department fines](https://westhillsgazette.com/neville-chemical-appeals-health-department-fines/) - After racking up more than $60,000 in fines from an extensive chemical leak on Sept. 2, Neville Chemical has hired a law firm to mount an appeal against the county health department. The company was issued an enforcement order Oct. 5 demanding $62,075 in total fines for six alleged violations. The order also required Neville
- [Local resident revisits rock pile concerns](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-resident-revisits-rock-pile-concerns/) - Nine months after he first approached commissioners over concerns about large rock piles looming over a residential intersection in Robinson Township, resident John Richnavsky recently returned to the board expressing frustration the situation hasn’t been resolved. “We love our township, but it's getting kind of hard to love when you're pulling out of that [road],”
- [2021 Primary Election Results](https://westhillsgazette.com/2021-primary-election-results-2/) - Using data from the Allegheny County Department of Elections, we’ve compiled results for the municipalities of Coraopolis, Crafton, Ingram, Kennedy, McKees Rocks, Neville, Robinson and Stowe; and the school districts of Carlynton, Cornell, Montour and Sto-Rox. These results are preliminary and may yet be contested until certified by the elections return board. Write-in names are
- [GOP attempts fall short](https://westhillsgazette.com/gop-attempts-fall-short/) - Republican efforts to gain a foothold in the overwhelmingly Democratic suburbs of Kennedy and Robinson townships all fell short at the polls on Nov. 2. Despite the longstanding Democratic dominance over the two communities, local GOP organizations sponsored candidates in both towns for the first time in several years. Republican candidates made inroads in Robinson,
- [Crafton elects Coletta Perry as new mayor](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-elects-coletta-perry-as-new-mayor/) - Coletta Perry will become the next mayor of Crafton after handily securing victory on election day by a 19% margin. She will be sworn in during the board’s January reorganization meeting, and already has big plans for her new role. “In borough municipalities, the mayor can be what you make of it,” she said in
- [Newcomer beats vice president in Coraopolis mayoral race](https://westhillsgazette.com/newcomer-beats-vice-president-in-coraopolis-mayoral-race/) - Newly-elected Councilmember Allison Virus stands with incoming Mayor Michael Dixon during a borough meeting held the day after their Nov. 2 victories. Both will assume their seats in the new year. “I'm looking forward to the opportunity to serve. I've wanted to do something that mattered, that directly does something for others.” —Michael Dixon The
- [Liquor license safekeeping procedures extended](https://westhillsgazette.com/liquor-license-safekeeping-procedures-extended/) - Too often lately it seems that the time we spend in Harrisburg is not as productive as many of us would like. So many times it seems that the House and Senate leadership concentrate on bills with a very narrow scope of impact, ones that in reality will not accomplish much for the people of
- [What’s the rush to get back to the office?](https://westhillsgazette.com/whats-the-rush-to-get-back-to-the-office/) - I began working from home two weeks before the first lockdown began in March of 2020. March of next year will mark two full years working from home during the pandemic. I’ve done my job and I have done it well, but I have also experienced high levels of stress, depression, burnout, and to some
- [Where chasms separate, belonging can seem like a luxury](https://westhillsgazette.com/where-chasms-separate-belonging-can-seem-like-a-luxury/) - Faithbridge has been growing. That’s a blessing. I remember lean years when a handful of us met in the great room at the Myers Ridge Community Center on Sunday and in living rooms for Bible studies and prayer meetings throughout the week. In our membership class a few weeks ago we had 14 people in
- [We must pull together before we’re torn apart by bullets](https://westhillsgazette.com/we-must-pull-together-before-were-torn-apart-by-bullets/) - When we relaunched this paper four years ago, we made an editorial decision early on to avoid reporting on routine shootings. (Yes, having enough shootings to distinguish the “routine” ones from those with an added level of significance speaks of a sad numbness we’re all accustomed to in this community.) Some of the arguments we
- [The complete history of Bob’s Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-complete-history-of-bobs-market/) - When Frank Macek arrived in America from Yugoslavia at the turn of the 20th Century, he went to work in the Moon Run coal mines. But he had a bigger dream. A shrewd man who was fairly fluent in Slovenian, German, and English, he soon advanced in the mines. By the 1920s, he had saved
- [Giblets and gravy: Getting the turkey right this Thanksgiving](https://westhillsgazette.com/giblets-and-gravy-getting-the-turkey-right-this-thanksgiving/) - → Do you know how difficult it can be to cook a turkey? Thanksgiving is around the corner, so if you’ve had a challenging meal prep in the past, read on! “Making sure the turkey is perfect is the most stressful thing about Thanksgiving,” said Debra James, 65, of Sheraden. “The turkey is the centerpiece of
- [Twice back from the brink of closure, legion still serving families in need](https://westhillsgazette.com/twice-back-from-the-brink-of-closure-legion-still-serving-families-in-need/) - About 12 years ago, the American Legion Post 618 in Stowe seemed to be on the brink of permanent closure. Membership had dwindled, the building was getting shabby and the inventory was exhausted when Joe Bopp took over as legion commander around 2009. “We didn’t even have any toilet paper,” he said. With help from
- [Metalico served with EPA violation](https://westhillsgazette.com/metalico-served-with-epa-violation/) - Several months after a large fire broke out at the Metalico shredding facility on Neville Island, the company has been issued a violation notice by the EPA for operating without the appropriate permits. According to the notice, the facility has operated under a minor source permit since 2007 while generating emissions that actually warrant a
- [Moon, Sto-Rox continue unbeaten streak as 4 area teams reach WPIAL semi-finals](https://westhillsgazette.com/moon-sto-rox-continue-unbeaten-streak-as-4-area-teams-reach-wpial-semi-finals/) - Moon Quarterback Tyler McGowan launches a pass down field during the WPIAL semi-finals against Woodland Hills. The Tigers defeated the Wolverines 21-13 to remain unbeaten. Moon Area defeated Woodland Hills 21-13 in the Nov. 14 quarterfinals, extending the Tigers’ unbeaten march to the championship. Leading the way, quarterback Tyler McGowan completed six of 10 passes
- [Substitute superintendent installed, board president censured after violations](https://westhillsgazette.com/substitute-superintendent-installed-board-president-censured-after-violations/) - Superintendent Frank Dalmas is currently on unpaid leave pending a termination hearing with the school board. Sto-Rox directors appointed a substitute superintendent and censured the school board president during a Nov. 18 meeting, following allegations of ethical violations and financial mismanagement. Both items passed unanimously, with President Samantha Levitzki-Wright introducing and assenting to the motion
- [Crafton approves $1 million public works storage facility during meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-approves-1-million-public-works-storage-facility-during-meeting/) - Crafton council members approved payment last month to get the ball rolling on the new $1 million public works storage facility. The council approved the purchase of $359,265.00 in construction materials to build a 12,500 square foot facility. Uhl Construction Co, of Allison Park, was awarded the bid. “This is just for building materials, it
- [Struggles to tighten PFA restrictions continue 4 years after Sheykhet’s death](https://westhillsgazette.com/struggles-to-tighten-pfa-restrictions-continue-4-years-after-sheykhets-death/) - Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman and his wife, Giselle, show support for Alina’s Light during the Walk & Run for Love event at Settler’s Cabin Park last month. Four years after Alina Sheykhet was brutally murdered by a former boyfriend in October 2017, her family is still fighting to pass new laws that would strengthen
- [GPS tracking devices coming to borough vehicles](https://westhillsgazette.com/gps-tracking-devices-coming-to-borough-vehicles/) - Coraopolis council members voted Nov. 4 to install GPS tracking devices inside 18 borough vehicles to monitor locations and maintain mechanical records. Borough Manager Ray McCutcheon said these GPS (global positioning system) devices will enable him and Police Chief Ron Denbow to monitor the whereabouts of the borough's fleet at any given time. McCutcheon said
- [Sewage hikes set in motion for next 5 years](https://westhillsgazette.com/sewage-hikes-set-in-motion-for-next-5-years/) - In order to fund a series of planned infrastructure upgrades, the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) recently announced a new round of rate hikes taking effect annually through 2026. User rates will accordingly raise by 7% increments, beginning with the current cost of $9.10 per 1,000 gallons and reaching $12.76 at the end of the
- [Council debates need for 10th police officer](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-debates-need-for-10th-police-officer/) - A $40,000 increase to the police salary line item of Crafton’s 2022 preliminary budget drew debate between members of council Nov. 9. The preliminary budget showed $820,000 earmarked for police salaries, with $40,000 of it allocated for the addition of a 10th officer. The borough has operated with nine full time officers since June of
- [McKees Rocks Council may raise rates to balance sewage account](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-council-may-raise-rates-to-balance-sewage-account/) - Council may consider raising sewage rates after holding off last year to avoid hurting residents struggling with the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. Substitute Manager LeeAnn Wozniak said the borough may land “in the red” once a pending payment to the county sanitary authority comes due early next year if more revenue cannot be
- [New secretary hired as Martini prepares for magisterial role](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-secretary-hired-as-martini-prepares-for-magisterial-role/) - Dwight Boddorf was approved as the new Stowe secretary at the regular Nov. 9 meeting. Stowe commissioners unanimously approved the hiring of Dwight Boddorf to replace Nick Martini as the new township secretary during their regular meeting Nov. 9. Six potential candidates were reportedly considered for the position, but commissioners said they knew Boddorf was
- [Requests made to remove president over unpaid taxes](https://westhillsgazette.com/requests-made-to-remove-president-over-unpaid-taxes/) - Citing unpaid property taxes and other concerns, a school director and a former rival candidate recently urged Stowe’s board of commissioners not to reappoint Robin Parrilla as township president in the new year. Stowe resident Jeffrey Paul, who just lost a write-in bid to unseat Parrilla, argued during a Nov. 9 public meeting that back
- [Data shows uneven growth trends](https://westhillsgazette.com/data-shows-uneven-growth-trends/) - Preliminary data from the 2020 census shows an uneven range of growth and shrinkage across Allegheny County’s northwestern communities. While suburban areas like Robinson and Kennedy townships witnessed soaring population growth between 2010 and 2020, industrial urban centers like Stowe, McKees Rocks and Coraopolis underwent stagnation or slow decline. Increasing by 2.2% as a whole,
- [Moon, OLSH, Canevin advance to Heinz Field](https://westhillsgazette.com/moon-olsh-canevin-advance-to-heinz-field/) - Tigers Ben Bladel puts pressure on a Penn Hills punter after a bad snap in the Tigers 14-9 semifinal win over the Indians on Nov. 19. Semifinal heartbreak for Sto-Rox, Cornell Class 5A Seminfinals Moon 14, Penn Hills 9 Excitement is mounting in the Tigers camp, after Moon beat out Penn Hills Nov. 19 to
- [The Dog: Robinson eatery combines hot dogs and coffee](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-dog-robinson-eatery-combines-hot-dogs-and-coffee/) - Opened during the pandemic, The Dog is a new restaurant offering “elite hot dogs and gourmet coffee.” Owned by Genene Evanovich, an Ingram native, and Jerome Mryon, who grew up and still lives in the South Hills, The Dog fills a need for something different in Robinson Township. Four years ago, Myron opened a location
- [Old Stone Tavern gets new lease on life](https://westhillsgazette.com/old-stone-tavern-gets-new-lease-on-life/) - A family has purchased the historic Old Stone Tavern in Pittsburgh’s West End Village neighborhood with plans to restore and reopen it to the public. Prior to the purchase, a group of volunteers known as the Pittsburgh Old Stone Tavern Friends Trust had been working for years to find a way to save the 240-year-old
- [National Cookie Day originates with a Sesame Street character](https://westhillsgazette.com/national-cookie-day-originates-with-a-sesame-street-character/) - → Did you know National Cookie Day is on Dec. 4th? From cookie tables to cookie jars, Americans across the country can celebrate cookies. Whether crunchy, gooey, chewy, or soft, cookies have been popular for centuries. → Did you know in 1987 Matt Nader of San Francisco’s Blue Chips Cookie Company started National Cookie Day?
- [Coding classes helping students prepare for future workforce](https://westhillsgazette.com/coding-classes-helping-students-prepare-for-future-workforce/) - Jason Hivner, program director for Stem Coding Lab, helps student Jennira McClung. The cash-strapped Sto-Rox School District can’t afford to run ambitious computer science programming of its own, but thanks to a new arrangement with a Pittsburgh-area non-profit, students will now finish elementary school with a solid foundation in coding skills. Since the start of
- [Remembering: The sacrifices of soldiers should be at heart of ‘thankful’ lists](https://westhillsgazette.com/remembering-the-sacrifices-of-soldiers-should-be-at-heart-of-thankful-lists/) - Our most recent session week for the Pennsylvania House started with concentrating on issues relating to our veterans. As a member of the Veterans Affairs Committee, I can tell you that there is a great deal of bipartisan effort to recognize the commitment and sacrifices of those who have served our nation. Some bills relating
- [Why I started experimental cooking using leftovers and cheap ingredients](https://westhillsgazette.com/why-i-started-experimental-cooking-using-leftovers-and-cheap-ingredients/) - In my younger years I was a cook. I spent almost 10 years cooking at various places, mostly mom and pop style breakfast n’ lunch types. I wasn’t trained, I just always enjoyed it. I left the industry in pursuit of a more stable and better paying career, but I have always kept up with
- [Gratitude can sustain us through life’s trials](https://westhillsgazette.com/gratitude-can-sustain-us-through-lifes-trials/) - “How do you do it?” my friend Marty Griffin asked. “I mean you get after it every day with kids dying, folks overdosing, and people attacking the good work you do… how do you keep the faith and keep plugging away?” There are a multitude of components that go into that answer, more than one
- [Get the vote out: Local elections have biggest impacts](https://westhillsgazette.com/get-the-vote-out-local-elections-have-biggest-impacts/) - Voter turnout statistics for the recent municipal elections suggest our communities are engulfed by disillusionment and apathy. Less than a third of our coverage area’s 38,050 voters expressed any preference over their incoming tax collectors, mayors, and commissioners. This means in any typical race won on slim margins, an official legally representing an entire ward
- [Tigers driven home from Heinz Field in close loss to Penn Trafford](https://westhillsgazette.com/tigers-driven-home-from-heinz-field-in-close-loss-to-penn-trafford/) - Dylan Sleva reacts from the turf of Heinz Field after being defeated in the WPIAL Class 5A Championship game by Penn Trafford on Nov. 28. The WPIAL Class 5A championship game lived up to its billing as perhaps the best matchup of any of the six title contests. The formerly undefeated Moon Area Tigers fought
- [Canevin title win spells heartbreak for OLSH](https://westhillsgazette.com/canevin-title-win-spells-heartbreak-for-olsh/) - OLSH running back Brandon Brazell fights for yardage in the Chargers 42-7 loss to Bishop Canevin in the WPIAL Class 1A Championship game at Heinz Field on Nov. 26. Bishop Canevin claimed their first WPIAL Class A championship title during a 42-7 trouncing over OLSH at Heinz Field Nov. 26. Things started well for the
- [PNC branches closed, relocated amid banking consolidations](https://westhillsgazette.com/pnc-branches-closed-relocated-amid-banking-consolidations/) - As part of a broader restructuring program, PNC Bank is closing three area branches and merging them into a new facility in Moon. Branches on University Boulevard and Beaver Grade Road in Moon Township are scheduled to close Dec. 10, while the location at Fourth Avenue in Coraopolis is set to close Jan. 21. All
- [JOINT OPERATIONS: Working together ensures departments meet national fire call response standards](https://westhillsgazette.com/joint-operations-working-together-ensures-departments-meet-national-fire-call-response-standards/) - In response to declining volunteer numbers, three local fire departments have established joint operating procedures to assure each company can meet national response standards. Fire chiefs from Crafton, McKees Rocks and Stowe expect the newly formed West Hills JOG – a joint operating guideline that predetermines assignments and sets departmental expectations for fire calls –
- [Is PennDOT listening to comments against I-79 toll bridge proposal?](https://westhillsgazette.com/is-penndot-listening-to-comments-against-i-79-toll-bridge-proposal/) - For months now I have stood against PennDOT and the proposed tolling of the I-79 bridge in Bridgeville. While this bridge is not situated in our district, the tolling will undoubtedly have a significant impact on residents and municipalities in the 45th District, especially in Carnegie and Scott. So much of District 45 runs along
- [Staying in our caves keeps us fixed on our shadows](https://westhillsgazette.com/staying-in-our-caves-keeps-us-fixed-on-our-shadows/) - Nearly 2,500 years ago, Plato devised his great lament about the philosopher’s frustrating plight of knowledge. In the Allegory of the Cave, he spelled out a bleak scenario wherein three men have been chained in a cave since birth. The men can only see a wall casting their own shadows in the shifting flame-light of
- [No sounds, no people, just a peaceful quiet moment](https://westhillsgazette.com/no-sounds-no-people-just-a-peaceful-quiet-moment/) - It is funny how as we age and become adults, things we once loved fall away. There are things I once loved as a child such as cartoons and toys that, now that I am 40, seem almost impossible to enjoy, even with the help of nostalgia. Yet there are the things that no matter
- [Federal bill may alleviate local news woes](https://westhillsgazette.com/federal-bill-may-alleviate-local-news-woes/) - Local news is on the verge of extinction and it’s time to take action. Many who remember print media not just as a dominant factor in American life but also a lucrative business, may be surprised to hear this. But more than half of the country’s journalist workforce has been slashed during the past two
- [Have a holly jolly Christmas!](https://westhillsgazette.com/have-a-holly-jolly-christmas/) - → Did you know there are holly, jolly Christmas events for everyone in Pittsburgh this year? → Did you know the annual Highmark Light Up Night kicks off the holiday season in Pittsburgh? This November festival of concerts, family activities, and the illumination of the Golden Triangle is the precursor to Pittsburgh’s winter attractions. → Did you know in Market Square
- [Bleier helps VFW Post 418 score with advocacy day](https://westhillsgazette.com/bleier-helps-vfw-post-418-score-with-advocacy-day/) - Former soldier and football legend Rocky Bleier made a keynote appearance as VFW Vesle Post 418 and American Legion Post 618 hosted a Veterans’ Advocacy Day Nov. 21 in McKees Rocks. More than 100 current and former members of the United States military as well as their family members attended. All learned valuable information about
- [Admiral discusses plans for naval ship USS Pittsburgh](https://westhillsgazette.com/admiral-discusses-plans-for-naval-ship-uss-pittsburgh/) - Montour Elementary school students demonstrate what they learned about shipbuilding to Navy Adm. Thomas J. Anderson during a Nov. 17 visit to promote the construction of the USS Pittsburgh. Montour elementary students caught a glimpse of the seafaring life during a recent visit from U.S. Navy Admiral Thomas J. Anderson, who mixed with children at
- [District expands mental health services to meet rising needs](https://westhillsgazette.com/district-expands-mental-health-services-to-meet-rising-needs/) - Cornell school directors have expanded student mental health services following a rise in district cases. During a Nov. 16 board meeting, members voted to expand its agreement with the Holy Family Institute by increasing the time clinicians spend on call in the school buildings. The mental health clinician was previously on site one day a
- [VIOLENCE SPIKE: Homicide numbers up during past year in Stowe, McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/violence-spike-homicide-numbers-up-during-past-year-in-stowe-mckees-rocks/) - With violent crime soaring throughout the region and the nation at-large, a disproportionate number of homicides have taken place within the communities of Stowe and McKees Rocks since the beginning of 2021. Data released by Allegheny County Dec. 1 show since January 2021 total county homicides have already exceeded the annual totals for any of
- [Federal funds may spell Hays Manor rebrand](https://westhillsgazette.com/federal-funds-may-spell-hays-manor-rebrand/) - Efforts to rehabilitate the aging Hays Manor housing facility in McKees Rocks may be sped along by a $450,000 planning grant from the federal government awarded to the Allegheny County Housing Authority. Built in the 1950s, Hays Manor is one of eight nationwide recipients of the funds, awarded to help reconceptualize the project around contemporary
- [Leaders hope welcome baskets will help heal community scars](https://westhillsgazette.com/leaders-hope-welcome-baskets-will-help-heal-community-scars/) - On the back of a particularly brutal spring, community leaders in Stowe and McKees Rocks began meeting together this summer to discuss ways to tackle the growing violence crisis. The solutions, they said, need to be multifaceted and committed to the long haul. Cindy Haines, executive director for Focus on Renewal (FOR), nonetheless came away
- [Station project chugs along with $500,000 pledge](https://westhillsgazette.com/station-project-chugs-along-with-500000-pledge/) - Work to restore the historic Coraopolis train station is chugging along thanks to a $500,000 matching grant pledge made by a family with local ties. Officials for the Coraopolis Community Development Corporation say the pledge from Fred and Linda Milanovich will fund the remaining exterior renovation work needed to complete the project. A new roof
- [Community Haven bringing skills, support to Hays Manor](https://westhillsgazette.com/community-haven-bringing-skills-support-to-hays-manor/) - Residents of the Hays Manor public housing facility in McKees Rocks may soon be landing jobs in leading technology fields such as coding, drone operation and cryptocurrency. Before mastering advanced tech skills, though, some participants may need to work through underlying mental health issues or brush up on practical skills like time management, said Terry
- [Mancini’s certified as national women’s business enterprise](https://westhillsgazette.com/mancinis-certified-as-national-womens-business-enterprise/) - Legendary Stowe Township bakery Mancini’s has been recognized by a national board as an exemplary woman-owned business. Mary Mancini Hartner has led the multigenerational business for nearly 45 years and considers certification by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council a career capstone. “Pursuing the certification became a personal challenge and has been on my bucket
- [Kennedy police offer drive-home service for holiday merrymakers](https://westhillsgazette.com/kennedy-police-offer-drive-home-service-for-holiday-merrymakers/) - Kennedy police would rather drive residents home than charge them for driving under the influence or find them at a collision scene on the night of major holidays. The police department put out a statement before Thanksgiving requesting residents call for a ride should they find themselves unable to drive home after going out to
- [Jack will not demur: Outgoing mayor wishes newcomer well](https://westhillsgazette.com/jack-will-not-demur-outgoing-mayor-wishes-newcomer-well/) - Much has changed in McKees Rocks since Jack Muhr first took office as a school director in the 1970s, and still more has changed since he was born there in 1939 under the shadow of World War II. Much of the change has run in the wrong direction, according to Muhr, who remembers a town
- [Utility company powers ahead with transmission line overhaul](https://westhillsgazette.com/utility-company-powers-ahead-with-transmission-line-overhaul/) - Following two years of disputes with residents and the county sanitary authority, Duquesne Light is ready to start overhauling its main transmission lines between Pittsburgh and Moon. Over the next six years, the utility company will replace 106 towers across portions of Pittsburgh, McKees Rocks, Kennedy, Robinson, Crescent and Moon. The century-old lattice towers currently
- [URA grant furthers campus completion](https://westhillsgazette.com/ura-grant-furthers-campus-completion/) - A new round of funding will spur on renovations of the former Holy Innocents school and convent buildings, as work continues to complete the ambitious Jasmine Nyree Campus in Pittsburgh’s Sheraden neighborhood. Since buying the former church property in 2019, Christy Porter – wife of coach Joe Porter, retired Steelers linebacker – has been working
- [Cornell school directors prepare for the new year](https://westhillsgazette.com/cornell-school-directors-prepare-for-the-new-year/) - Cornell school directors recently swore in board members and re-elected its president and vice-president in a unanimous vote. The appointment of a new school director will occur in the coming year. According to District Solicitor Trish Andrews, only three election certificates were received for four positions on the Board of Education during the November election.
- [Cost-cutting measures keep budget on course](https://westhillsgazette.com/cost-cutting-measures-keep-budget-on-course/) - According to Kennedy’s treasurer, township officials were forced to find creative workarounds to keep the accounts balanced during 2021 and avoid a tax hike in the new year. “It has not been easy,” Mel Weinstein, township manager, treasurer and tax collector said during an annual financial report delivered Dec. 9. “We had so many things
- [As police station nears completion, officials eye EMS site upgrades](https://westhillsgazette.com/as-police-station-nears-completion-officials-eye-ems-site-upgrades/) - The new police station in Robinson is set to completed by the end of the year. While many see December as a time to reflect on the accomplishments of the past year, Robinson is looking to the future as they continue to update township facilities. The new police station is on track to be completed
- [New president says board reshuffle signals clean start for reeling district](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-president-says-board-reshuffle-signals-clean-start-for-reeling-district/) - Magistrate Bruce Boni swears in school directors (left to right) Adrienne Roberts, Bobbi Sangricco, Alice Cooper, Cameron Culliver and James Grimm during the Dec. 9 Sto-Rox reorganization meeting. Following his appointment as the new Sto-Rox board president, Cameron Culliver said he wants his colleagues to move beyond a spate of recent issues and form a
- [Council strikes a compromise, raises sewage rate by 50 cents](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-strikes-a-compromise-raises-sewage-rate-by-50-cents/) - Outgoing McKees Rocks Mayor Jack Muhr smooches with wife Janet after being recognized for his decades of service to the community. The McKees Rocks council struck a compromise on sewage rates in the 2022 budget, raising the cost of each thousand gallons by 50 cents on Dec. 14. Borough officials said the raise is necessary
- [Looking back at the year that was](https://westhillsgazette.com/looking-back-at-the-year-that-was/) - As we close out the year, we invite you to look back on a few highlights from 2021. From the pandemic’s effect on small businesses to high school sports triumphs and government resignations, at every step we have worked to capture the news that’s essential to you. Topping our personal highlights for the year, are
- [Merry Christmas: The greatest gift is freely given to all, nothing needed in return](https://westhillsgazette.com/merry-christmas-the-greatest-gift-is-freely-given-to-all-nothing-needed-in-return/) - One of the things we believe in at Faithbridge, that’s quite different from the Roman Catholic Church of my youth, is the “priesthood of the believer.” The concept is simple. Jesus invested in folks through a traditional Hebraic, rabbinical process called discipleship, and that began the Christian chain of ministry, and ministry training, which continues
- [When times get rough, we must remember the good](https://westhillsgazette.com/when-times-get-rough-we-must-remember-the-good/) - On Christmas Day in 1864, at the height of the Civil War, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote a poem titled “Christmas Bells.” While driving in my car on a recent morning, I heard the Sinatra version of “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day,” a song based on the famous poem. We have all been through
- [Follow the trail to find the sunset at the end](https://westhillsgazette.com/follow-the-trail-to-find-the-sunset-at-the-end/) - I am a person who gets rewards from visuals. By this, I mean if I hike it is because of a beautiful view or object, not just for the health benefits. You won’t ever see me hiking some flat trail through heavily wooded areas unless it leads to a waterfall or something equally visually stimulating.
- [Sorting fact from fiction: Errors would be funny if they weren’t harmful](https://westhillsgazette.com/sorting-fact-from-fiction-errors-would-be-funny-if-they-werent-harmful/) - Without a doubt, Allegheny County’s unpredictable patchwork of municipalities and ZIP codes is hard to get to grips with. No newcomer should be shamed if they’re uncertain at first why their municipality, school district don’t conform to intuition or any repeatable logic. But in each of the following cases, well-paid professionals who should have known
- [Forest Grove firefighters preserve centuries-old cemetery](https://westhillsgazette.com/forest-grove-firefighters-preserve-centuries-old-cemetery/) - You may have driven past it on Forest Grove Road dozens of times and just thought it was a big, overgrown lot. About nine years ago, a Forest Grove firefighter realized that beneath the wild overgrowth was a century-old, abandoned cemetery, and he knew he had to do something. In it rested the remains of
- [Our new year traditions come from all over the world](https://westhillsgazette.com/our-new-year-traditions-come-from-all-over-the-world/) - → Did you know that while saying Happy New Year’s might sound correct to a fluent speaker of Pittsburghese, it is not quite right? When wishing the traditional holiday greeting, the proper phrase is Happy New Year. Read on to learn more about the details of New Year traditions we may have forgotten! → Did you know Auld Lang
- [Child of holocaust survivor warns against repeating history](https://westhillsgazette.com/child-of-holocaust-survivor-warns-against-repeating-history/) - Armed forces veterans Jim Gillie (l) and Bill Redden (r) listened intently to a talk about the Holocaust and the precarious values of tolerance and justice given at their senior living residence in Kennedy. More than 70 years after his release from Auschwitz, Holocaust survivor Norman Roth recognized the distinctive wrist tattoo signaling another Nazi
- [Montour legacy awardees to be honored at holiday tournament](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-legacy-awardees-to-be-honored-at-holiday-tournament/) - In the spring of 2021, a committee of Montour coaches and administrators was formed to find a way to recognize the many standout student-athletes who have been the foundation of Montour’s basketball programs. A decision was made to re-engage with past players so that “Spartan Pride” will forever be the foundation of the school district’s
- [Local attorney officiates championship](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-attorney-officiates-championship/) - Local attorney Joe Kulik officiated a PIAA Championship game on Dec. 9. Joe Kulik, a local attorney and husband of State Rep. Anita Kulik, was calling plays in Hershey early December as referee for the PIAA Class A Championship matchup between Redbank Valley and Bishop Guilfoyle. Had Bishop Canevin’s semi-final loss to Redbank Valley turned
- [Spartans open season with 30-point tournament win against Rochester](https://westhillsgazette.com/spartans-open-season-with-30-point-tournament-win-against-rochester/) - Montour’s Diaun Pinkett scambles for a loose ball in the Midland tournament against Rochester. The Spartans defeated the Rams by a final score of 76-46. High school basketball has returned to the hardwood for the 2021-22 campaign. In their first game action of the season, the Montour Spartans boys opened with a strong showing, defeating
- [Johnson to step down at Sto-Rox](https://westhillsgazette.com/johnson-to-step-down-at-sto-rox/) - LaRoi Johnson has announced plans to step down as Sto-Rox athletic director and head football coach after four seasons with the district. Johnson, who has led the Vikings to the WPIAL playoffs three times since his head coach appointment in 2018, issued a short statement on social media announcing his departure. He did not respond
- [How many of these 5 New Year traditions do you follow?](https://westhillsgazette.com/how-many-of-these-5-new-year-traditions-do-you-follow/) - Did you know around the world many traditions are said to bring good fortune into the new year? Considering how the year 2020 was a catastrophe and 2021 could be described as an “uphill” battle, learning about lucky foods, charms and traditions from different cultures to usher in a luckier 2022 couldn’t hurt. Cooking and eating
- [Meet Marlene Banks: 2021 Person of the Year](https://westhillsgazette.com/meet-marlene-banks-2021-person-of-the-year/) - On Veterans Day several years ago, members of the Sto-Rox High School football team visited hospitals to give away blankets, read poems and pay their respects to veterans. The team was deeply touched by their experiences there, and noted to their organizer, Marlene Banks, that the veterans had tears in their eyes. “[I told them]
- [Looking back at the second half of 2021](https://westhillsgazette.com/looking-back-at-the-second-half-of-2021/) - -YEAR IN REVIEW- In our last edition, we selected the best stories in local news from the first half of 2021 as part of our two-part year-in-review series. This week we’re bringing you the highlights from July through December as we cap off 2021 and look ahead to the new year. As we reflect on
- [Council’s outgoing LaRocco receives honorary diploma from local school](https://westhillsgazette.com/councils-outgoing-larocco-receives-honorary-diploma-from-local-school/) - Danny LaRocco, a 28-year council veteran, was honored at his last council meeting with various awards and accolades. By running off to join the Army and enter World War II’s Pacific Theater at the tender age of 16 – he’d tried for the Marines at age 14 – longtime Coraopolis Councilman Danny LaRocco missed out
- [TRUST YOUR NOSE: Reports show irritants, toxicants, carcinogens unleashed during leak](https://westhillsgazette.com/trust-your-nose-reports-show-irritants-toxicants-carcinogens-unleashed-during-leak/) - Sources: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health National Institute of Health Environmental Protection Agency -NEVILLE CHEMICAL- Internal records detailing a recent chemical leak at a plant on Neville Island show surrounding residents were exposed to thousands of pounds of irritants, toxicants and carcinogens. According to company incident reports obtained
- [Proposed redistricting maps open for public comment](https://westhillsgazette.com/proposed-redistricting-maps-open-for-public-comment/) - Welcome to 2022! It is my greatest hope that this year brings us normalcy and peace. The redistricting process is currently underway where all state House and Senate districts, as well as congressional districts, will be redrawn. Proposed maps have been released and are open for another few days for public comment. Our District 45
- [Aim your sights high, not low in the new year](https://westhillsgazette.com/aim-your-sights-high-not-low-in-the-new-year/) - I was recently in Detroit visiting my wife’s family and my brother-in-law, Eric, came up from Columbus. I admire Eric a lot. I’ve known him since 1989 and I’ve watched him handle himself and his life’s ups and downs in a manner worthy of note. Eric got married to Monica shortly after I met him,
- [Valentine shopping is just around the corner in Coraopolis, Crafton, McKees Rocks…](https://westhillsgazette.com/valentine-shopping-is-just-around-the-corner-in-coraopolis-crafton-mckees-rocks/) - I was asked to write for this column because of my colorful personality on the worldwide web. I have zero experience, degree or background as a writer professionally, and I am certain that shows. I’ve been thinking a lot lately on how I can utilize this new journey to hopefully provide an enjoyable reading experience
- [GAZETTE 2.0: Advertisers are the foundation of the home we’ve built](https://westhillsgazette.com/gazette-2-0-advertisers-are-the-foundation-of-the-home-weve-built/) - Four years ago, when we decided to take the plunge into the world of newspapers – a world which has long been dying – we were worried and skeptical of making it work. How were we supposed to take a dying business – one that had already put many other local newspapers out of business
- [HAPPY HOGMANAY: 'Loony Dook' brings shock to the system](https://westhillsgazette.com/happy-hogmanay-loony-dook-brings-shock-to-the-system/) - ST. ANDREWS, Scotland — Bounding along the windswept beach within a swarm of other bodies, you feel shielded somehow from the impending cold. But the first sting of North Sea water dispels the illusion, as it licks your toes then glances your ankles. A few strides later, the waves lap against your waist; your chest locks.
- [Celebrating the life and legacy of MLK](https://westhillsgazette.com/celebrating-the-life-and-legacy-of-mlk/) - → Did you know that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was born Michael King Jr.? His parents named him after his father Rev. Michael King, who was the senior pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta. Later, his father Michael senior changed his name and his young son’s name from Michael to Martin Luther, after the
- [When Saw Mill Run was world-famous](https://westhillsgazette.com/when-saw-mill-run-was-world-famous/) - By William McCloskey Before today's neighborhoods even received their modern names, the West End district enjoyed the international stage when a world-renowned landscape artist depicted fledgling industry where Saw Mill Run joins the Ohio River. Russell Smith, a celebrated world-traveling painter who lived in these parts in 1884, created "Salt Works on Saw Mill Run."
- [Vikings and Spartans both knock off No. 4 Highlands](https://westhillsgazette.com/vikings-and-spartans-both-knock-off-no-4-highlands/) - Spartans Isayah Mosely drives in for a layup in the Montour 56-46 win over rival West Allegheny in the Montour Legacy Holiday Tournament. It was a great week in the 15136. Both the Sto-Rox and Montour boys basketball teams cleaned up handily in ongoing play during a holiday tournament hosted by Montour. Both teams beat
- [Montour honors past basketball players with Legacy Award](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-honors-past-basketball-players-with-legacy-award/) - Inaugural class members for the Montour basketball program’s Legacy Award were honored Dec. 29 with a special reception and award ceremony held during a holiday tournament at the district’s hilltop campus in Robinson. Of the 40 student honorees, only five were unable to attend the event, said Assistant Basketball Coach John Giammarco, who was heavily
- [Code official resigns, citing concerns with safety and job stress](https://westhillsgazette.com/code-official-resigns-citing-concerns-with-safety-and-job-stress/) - Stowe ordinance officer Harry Seretti has resigned his post after seven years, saying an increase in criminal activity elevated his working stress levels and introduced concerns for his safety. “Due to the huge increase in stress and the feeling of unsafety on patrolling the streets because of the crime increase, I must offer my resignation
- [State funding announced for local projects](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-funding-announced-for-local-projects/) - Pennsylvania officials have announced state funding for upgrades to the Crafton Community Pool, recreational trails along Pittsburgh’s three rivers and funding toward the remediation and stabilization of a building in the McKees Rocks business district. The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources awarded the following grants through the Community Conservation Partnership Program: • $250,000
- [Financial forecast allows capital improvement projects to continue](https://westhillsgazette.com/financial-forecast-allows-capital-improvement-projects-to-continue/) - Entering the new year on a positive note, the Robinson Board of Commissioners shared the township’s financial forecast with promises of no new local taxes for the year at a Jan. 10 meeting. Citing a $1.5 million budgetary surplus for the township as it enters 2022, the board is looking forward to continuing capital improvement
- [Cornell updates mask policy for students and staff](https://westhillsgazette.com/cornell-updates-mask-policy-for-students-and-staff/) - The Cornell School District has revised its mask policy for students and staff members. During a Jan. 10 meeting, directors voted 7-2 to adopt a policy highly recommending and highly encouraging masks for students and staff. “We have to be careful, if we go that route, it does not mean we’re anti-mask,” Superintendent Aaron Thomas
- [Vacancy remains amid council reshuffle, zoning updates in store](https://westhillsgazette.com/vacancy-remains-amid-council-reshuffle-zoning-updates-in-store/) - Several new nameplates now adorn the desks of the Crafton council chambers following a reorganization meeting that ushered in four new members. The newcomers were sworn in on the back of a flurry of change that has left Councilmen John Oliverio and Colton Chandler as the most senior members despite being appointed just last spring
- [Kennedy police imposter threatens local neighbor](https://westhillsgazette.com/kennedy-police-imposter-threatens-local-neighbor/) - Kennedy resident Brandon Buerkle has been charged with impersonating a police officer while threatening to steal from a neighbor outside his home. According to a criminal complaint filed by Kennedy Police on Jan. 5, a resident of Orchard Circle was driving home in the early hours of Dec. 25 when he noticed another motorist attempting
- [Commissioners back Parrilla: President retains seat after property tax upset](https://westhillsgazette.com/commissioners-back-parrilla-president-retains-seat-after-property-tax-upset/) - Robin Parrilla has retained his position as Stowe commissioners president despite objections to his personal record voiced by several residents in recent months. Commissioners Kelly Cropper-Hall, Darrell Chestnutt and Parrilla voted to extend his leadership term by a 3-1 vote during the township’s Jan. 6 reorganization meeting. Commissioner Dave Rugh was absent from the meeting.
- [New mayor calls for new vision](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-mayor-calls-for-new-vision/) - Magistrate Bruce J. Boni shakes hands with new McKees Rocks Mayor David Flick after the borough reorganization meeting Jan. 3. In his inaugural address to council, McKees Rocks Mayor David Flick said he wants to “retire the phrase, ‘no one wants to live here.’” During the 48 hours prior to the Jan. 11 meeting where
- [County police investigating fire company](https://westhillsgazette.com/county-police-investigating-fire-company/) - Allegheny County police officials have confirmed the department is investigating claims of possible criminal activity involving members of the McKees Rocks Volunteer Fire Department. A county police spokesperson noted in a Jan. 13 email the department had received information from McKees Rocks law enforcement, but declined to give further details other than confirming, “We have
- [Omicron surge doubles cases in local communities](https://westhillsgazette.com/omicron-surge-doubles-cases-in-local-communities/) - Six months after a July 4 address where President Joe Biden declared the nation was moving toward “independence from the coronavirus pandemic,” new case tallies have soared well beyond the previous peak in January 2021. In Allegheny County, nearly 2% of the entire population tested positive during the first week of 2022. “Omicron is definitely
- [State aid programs relaunch for the new year](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-aid-programs-relaunch-for-the-new-year/) - The start of a new year is the start of many new programs from the state, so I want to share this important information. The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program was created by the American Rescue Plan Act. Pennsylvania received more than $43 million to help families with overdue water bills, or who are at
- [Sometimes it's the little things that can truly be a blessing](https://westhillsgazette.com/sometimes-its-the-little-things-that-can-truly-be-a-blessing/) - When we were in the midst of our major building refurbishment last summer, my friend Mark Duffy called and asked if Faithbridge would be willing to host an outdoor Little Pantry for folks to fill with food for anyone in need. If I’m being honest, I have to share that the Little Pantry idea was
- [Avoid the long, hard road by setting small goals](https://westhillsgazette.com/avoid-the-long-hard-road-by-setting-small-goals/) - New year, new you? How many of you have already broken your New Year’s resolution? Be honest now! Don’t worry, this is not an “I told you so” story, this is a “keep at it” story. I’ve personally never been one to set “new year, new me” goals. I have had a hard enough time
- [WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE: Stowe presidential reappointment spells time to bury the hatchet](https://westhillsgazette.com/water-under-the-bridge-stowe-presidential-reappointment-spells-time-to-bury-the-hatchet/) - Robin Parrilla’s reappointment as Stowe board president creates a welcome opportunity for feuding commissioners to bury the hatchet and return their focus to improving the ailing community. For much of 2021, township meetings were consumed by petty disputes that detracted from the commissioners’ responsibility to their residents. These five life-long area residents each bring something
- [Chinese Lunar New Year: Celebrating the Year of the Tiger](https://westhillsgazette.com/chinese-lunar-new-year-celebrating-the-year-of-the-tiger/) - → Did you know Chinese New Year is on Feb. 1 this year? The date for the festival changes every year but always falls between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Now known as the Year of the Tiger, 2022 transitioned from The Year of the Ox in 2021. → Did you know there are 12
- [OFF TO WORK: Reader recounts teen years spent working at Bob’s Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/off-to-work-reader-recounts-teen-years-spent-working-at-bobs-market/) - When Robinson native J. Thomas Uranker read our article about Bob’s Market in the Nov. 11 issue of Gazette 2.0, he wrote to us with this interesting account of what it was like to work at the Moon Run store as a teen. “Bob Macek was a nice guy to work for. In the mid-1950s,
- [Iconic local landmarks adorn new Bob’s Diner](https://westhillsgazette.com/iconic-local-landmarks-adorn-new-bobs-diner/) - Gold City Murals team members Doug Graham, Lauren Bosco, Abigail Glover, Tessa Sentell, Tori Swearingen and Leila Graham show off their work inside the new Bob's Diner location in Kennedy. While for many restaurant owners the coronavirus pandemic has spelled lay-offs, spiraling debt and even closure, growing business demand over the past few years has
- [Milestone night for OLSH's DiMichele](https://westhillsgazette.com/milestone-night-for-olshs-dimichele/) - Thirty seconds left in the first half of a high school basketball game seems like no big deal, the star player pulls up, launches a 3-pointer and drains it. Nothing out of the ordinary, right? It happens all the time. Wait. Hold the phone. Stop the presses. Stop the game. For on this night, with
- [Bradley resigns as OLSH head coach](https://westhillsgazette.com/bradley-resigns-as-olsh-head-coach/) - Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Head Football Coach Dan Bradley recently sent in his resignation. Change as it’s often been said can be a good thing or a bad thing. On the other hand, sometimes people just need a change, whatever the case may be. At Our Lady Of Sacred Heart, the effects of
- [Why is it so dang hard to make changes in your life?](https://westhillsgazette.com/why-is-it-so-dang-hard-to-make-changes-in-your-life/) - I was having a discussion with my therapist at the end of last year and we were talking about changes I wanted to make for myself, not just because of the new year, but just in my life in general. The discussion revolved around my future career and where I saw myself going forward. I
- [Chargers make history with record-setting run](https://westhillsgazette.com/chargers-make-history-with-record-setting-run/) - On this special night, a special man – ‘Big Al' – is looking down, wearing a big smile’ It's been said as well as written, "A tie is like kissing your sister." Tell that to the OLSH boys basketball team, that age-old adage will be disputed, for, in this instance, a tie suits them well.
- [Makeovers in store for pothole alleys](https://westhillsgazette.com/makeovers-in-store-for-pothole-alleys/) - Portions of the pothole-riddled Penn and Derby alleys running parallel to Broadway Avenue in Stowe are on course to receive a fresh layer of asphalt. State Rep. Anita Kulik (D-45) announced a $125,000 grant earmarked for the work through the Allegheny County Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund on Jan. 26. “Securing this funding will have
- [District begins superintendent search, restructures other teaching positions](https://westhillsgazette.com/district-begins-superintendent-search-restructures-other-teaching-positions/) - Two months after Sto-Rox directors terminated former superintendent Frank Dalmas, the district has formally begun the process of hiring a new top administrator. During a Jan. 27 voting meeting, the board appointed Interim Superintendent Joseph Dimperio to oversee the search process in return for a one-time $3,000 stipend. Dimperio joined the district in November to
- [Subpoenaed files show private company funded questionable township signage](https://westhillsgazette.com/subpoenaed-files-show-private-company-funded-questionable-township-signage/) - A lease agreement made public through a legal challenge against six Robinson Township-branded LED “welcome signs” reveals they were initiated and paid for by a third-party company. Under the terms of the August 2020 contract, PTM Advertising of Wexford transferred ownership of the signs to the township after paying more than $1 million in construction
- [COMMUNITY RALLIES: Charges move forward against suspect in child abduction attempt](https://westhillsgazette.com/community-rallies-charges-move-forward-against-suspect-in-child-abduction-attempt/) - Family member Kristen McKee of Collier demands justice for nine-year-old Dezi who survived an abduction attempt Jan. 6. A crowd gathered for nearly two hours in the cold Jan. 25 near the Coraopolis magistrate's office in support of the Cornell student. A Cornell elementary student was cheered on by friends, family and neighbors as she
- [Councilman clashes with new mayor over mix-up](https://westhillsgazette.com/councilman-clashes-with-new-mayor-over-mix-up/) - After checking poll totals on election night, then Mayor-elect David Flick posed for this picture outside what he thought would become his new office in the McKees Rocks borough building. Councilman Nick Radoycis berated new mayor David Flick during a recent public meeting for penning a letter to the tax collector requesting she vacate her
- [Smoke alarm bill could prevent Philadelphia fire tragedy repeats](https://westhillsgazette.com/smoke-alarm-bill-could-prevent-philadelphia-fire-tragedy-repeats/) - The terrible events that took place during a Jan. 5 townhouse fire in Philadelphia have brought to light a glaring issue that needs to be addressed. The tragic fire at this building resulted in a dozen deaths, including eight children, and countless injuries. The tragedy may have been exacerbated by the misuse of smoke detectors.
- [Self-proclaimed ‘Unofficial Offical Mayor of Crafton’ calls for food and conversation](https://westhillsgazette.com/self-proclaimed-unofficial-offical-mayor-of-crafton-calls-for-food-and-conversation/) - I moved to Crafton in February 2020, the very start of the pandemic. Little did I know then the world was in for a crazy ride that would affect this community and the people in it very soon. I had joined the local Facebook page for Crafton shortly after moving here. The page had your
- [Hurtling downhill to the top of your game](https://westhillsgazette.com/hurtling-downhill-to-the-top-of-your-game/) - My friend Ian lives near Phoenix, Ariz. He’s a successful guy, providing personal speed and strength training for professional athletes. Ian got to that lofty level through drive and focus… and by not letting a particularly odd and unattractive (to him) opportunity slip past. Originally from Guyana, Ian’s family moved about as far from that
- [Nothing from nothing: You gotta have something if you wanna merge with me](https://westhillsgazette.com/nothing-from-nothing-you-gotta-have-something-if-you-wanna-merge-with-me/) - When the Fern Hollow Bridge collapsed hours before President Joe Biden landed in Pittsburgh to tout his sweeping infrastructure initiatives last Friday, pundits seized on the eerie timing at play. But it’s also worth noting the city-owned bridge collapse on Jan. 28 occurred just a few days after Pittsburgh’s council passed legislation to explore possible
- [McKEES ROCKS TURNS 130: Historical society raising funds for timeline and historical markers](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-turns-130-historical-society-raising-funds-for-timeline-and-historical-markers/) - The McKees Rocks Historical Society is raising funds to create a large printed timeline in celebration of the borough’s 130-year anniversary in March. The goal is to bring more attention to the town’s rich history, but also to capture some historical moments for future generations. “That’s our fear – that this will one day all
- [MERGER? Pittsburgh study prompts caution from local leaders](https://westhillsgazette.com/merger-pittsburgh-study-prompts-caution-from-local-leaders/) - Bordering the City of Pittsburgh, the above communities could be impacted by a study designed to ascertain benefits to city citizens of mergers of annexations with border municipalities. Municipal leaders West of Pittsburgh have responded cautiously to a new city council bill calling for an exploration into merger possibilities with surrounding communities. The bill, passed
- [Happy Black History Month!](https://westhillsgazette.com/happy-black-history-month/) - Do you know why Black History Month is in February? It was originally celebrated as a week during the second week of February to coincide with the birthdays of President Abraham Lincoln and Fedrick Douglass. → Did you know Carter G. Woodson is known as the “Father of Black History Month”? Woodson was an American historian,
- [Coraopolis Hardware to close its doors after 134 years](https://westhillsgazette.com/coraopolis-hardware-to-close-its-doors-after-134-years/) - The moment you walk into Coraopolis Hardware and you’re greeted by a friendly dog named Buford, you know this is a family-run business ingrained in the fabric of the community. The business was launched in 1888 by H.W. Wickenheiser, who sold it in 1927 to Joe Sweterlitsch Sr. Three generations of the Sweterlitsch family have
- [OLSH’s Rodriquez receives Cetrone Award during PBC Hall of Fame Classic weekend](https://westhillsgazette.com/olshs-rodriquez-receives-cetrone-award-during-pbc-hall-of-fame-classic-weekend/) - Area basketball fans who can't get enough girls and boys games during the regular week had the chance to catch more action over a series of weekends recently. The Pittsburgh Basketball Club (PBC) was the sponsor of several events around the area at select high school venues with several of the Gazette 2.0 coverage area
- [Council vacancy filled, zoning project moves forward](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-vacancy-filled-zoning-project-moves-forward/) - Crafton council has filled a vacancy with former council president Phillip Levasseur, who lost his reelection bid in November. Candidates Fred Amendola and Levasseur both presented to the council during a Jan. 27 meeting, where they discussed their goals for the position. Amendola – a former Crafton official who fell short in mayoral and council
- [New athletic director, football coach named](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-athletic-director-football-coach-named/) - Following LaRoi Johnson’s recent resignation, his twin roles as athletic director and head football coach at Sto-Rox have been divvied up to two new candidates. Current Basketball Coach Marvin Mills will be overseeing the Vikings football team while Steven Bressler, Sto-Rox alumnus and physical education teacher, is now the district’s athletic director. The appointments were
- [Kennedy residents protest Pine Hollow auto shop proposal](https://westhillsgazette.com/kennedy-residents-protest-pine-hollow-auto-shop-proposal/) - A handful of nearby residents are concerned about plans in motion to open an auto repair shop on Pine Hollow Road and claim they were denied opportunities to weigh in before the zoning appeals board greenlighted the proposal. The typically empty Mel Weinstein Municipal Center was filled with on-lookers during the Feb. 10 commissioners meeting,
- [Council revisits traffic measures, overturns mural prohibition](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-revisits-traffic-measures-overturns-mural-prohibition/) - McKees Rocks council discussed a range of possible traffic alterations during a Feb. 8 meeting, while exploring ways to reduce reckless driving. During his monthly report, Mayor David Flick noted an uptick in speeding instances around the borough, particularly on the part of commuters who may not live there. “A lot of people cut through
- [Tax collector’s property cited](https://westhillsgazette.com/tax-collectors-property-cited/) - Commissioners in Robinson indicated Feb. 7 that they have talked to Tax Collector Mike Pendel about maintaining land he owns on McCormick Road and ensuring the property meets local safety codes. The parcel of land has been brought to the board’s attention during multiple meetings by John Richnavsky, a resident of Waterford Drive. Starting in
- [Final legislative maps spell changes for local districts](https://westhillsgazette.com/final-legislative-maps-spell-changes-for-local-districts/) - BEFORE — Pennsylvania House District 45's current composition. AFTER — Pennsylvania House District 45 will shift south and west, dropping three communities East of the Ohio River and picking up McKees Rocks, Collier and Bridgeville. A final redistricting map cleared by a panel of legislators will spell out several changes to local house and senate
- [Curious about local bridge conditions?](https://westhillsgazette.com/curious-about-local-bridge-conditions/) - Following the Jan. 28 collapse of the Fern Hollow Bridge in Pittsburgh, area residents are questioning the safety and integrity of the hundreds of other bridge structures in the region. Of the 65 bridges identified around the West Hills, PennDOT reports show 21 are in good condition, 43 are fair and three are deemed poor.
- [Land donated to township should relieve traffic woes](https://westhillsgazette.com/land-donated-to-township-should-relieve-traffic-woes/) - Traffic woes around Park Manor Boulevard in Robinson may soon be alleviated by the introduction of an extension to Urbano Way. This extension would be built on a parcel of land recently gifted to the Township of Robinson by Queensland Investment Company to connect the road to Robinson Centre Drive. The proposed thoroughfare has the
- [Committees filled by 4 of 5 commissioners](https://westhillsgazette.com/committees-filled-by-4-of-5-commissioners/) - This year’s committee assignments for commissioners in Stowe Township continue to exclude the input of longtime Commissioner Cheryl McDermott. The move to leave her out of the committee process led by President Robin Parrilla sparked several irate comments from members of the public during the township’s Feb. 7 monthly meeting. “[Parrilla] is obviously still playing
- [Taxpayers deserve to know why McDermott dropped](https://westhillsgazette.com/taxpayers-deserve-to-know-why-mcdermott-dropped/) - Dear Editor, Robin Parrilla is quoted in the Gazette 2.0’s Jan. 27 edition saying the reason he took Cheryl McDermott off the public works committee is because of mistakes. So at the Feb. 8 township meeting, I said to Robin, as a taxpayer I have a right to know what were the mistakes that Cheryl
- [Healthcare workers deserve every penny of $225 million state package](https://westhillsgazette.com/healthcare-workers-deserve-every-penny-of-225-million-state-package/) - I recently have had plenty of opportunities to deal with medical facilities and personnel. Some of these interactions have been on a personal level, some have been as a result of my position as State Representative. In my meetings, discussions, and personal dealings with several facilities over the past couple of months, I cannot but
- [GET YOUR HOUSE IN ORDER: Are public officials above the standards set for the rest of us?](https://westhillsgazette.com/get-your-house-in-order-are-public-officials-above-the-standards-set-for-the-rest-of-us/) - Robinson’s monthly meeting in February unearthed another case of a public official falling short of standards upheld for other residents. In this case, commissioners acknowledged a deteriorated building owned by Tax Collector Michael Pendel on McCormick Road has reached a state of disrepair that would qualify it as a public nuisance under the township’s building
- [My friend showed me an important lesson in spartan focus](https://westhillsgazette.com/my-friend-showed-me-an-important-lesson-in-spartan-focus/) - Back to my friend Ian… He used his place on the Canadian Olympic team and the connections he made to lay the groundwork for his future as a top level personal trainer for professional athletes. Being a hard working, accomplished fellow, his endeavor launched well and gained quite a stable of well known, top notch
- [An interview with Ed Gainey, first African-American mayor of Pittsburgh](https://westhillsgazette.com/an-interview-with-ed-gainey-first-african-american-mayor-of-pittsburgh/) - February is Black History Month and what better way to kick off the celebration than to speak with Pittsburgh’s first African American mayor, Ed Gainey. → Did you know since 1816, the City of Pittsburgh has never before elected a Black mayor? Sophie Masloff, the only woman mayor and first Jewish mayor of Pittsburgh, served
- [Success of high school entrepreneur shows there’s more than one way out](https://westhillsgazette.com/success-of-high-school-entrepreneur-shows-theres-more-than-one-way-out/) - Since he was a young child, 18-year-old Isiah Davis has known he wants to exceed the narrow horizons thrust upon the youth in his struggling community. He’s not yet sure exactly what that will look like, but he now at least knows his abundant talent and focus give him options. “Growing up, we all just
- [NATIONAL LIBRARY LOVER’S MONTH — West End Library: Famous since 1899](https://westhillsgazette.com/national-library-lovers-month-west-end-library-famous-since-1899/) - Area residents might be surprised to learn that the humble little West End Library was home to a major revolution in library science deep in the past when public libraries were a pioneering concept. Construction of the building began in June 1895, and it was completed and dedicated Feb. 1, 1899. It still stands there
- [Local hoop stars recognized at classic](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-hoop-stars-recognized-at-classic/) - Some local basketball stars from the Gazette 2.0 coverage area received much-deserved recognition recently. They were honored for their roundball prowess at the recent Pittsburgh Basketball Club (PBC) Legends Classic held at Montour High School. That weekend saw 26 local boys teams participating in 13 games. For the past 29 years and counting, the PBC
- [Council addresses roadwork concerns during meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-addresses-roadwork-concerns-during-meeting/) - Crafton council addressed roadway closures and delayed construction during a Feb. 10 meeting. Following resident complaints about road closures throughout the borough, council announced potential solutions and how to advance the construction process moving forward. Sterrett and Chess streets are the first affected roads. During Mayor Coletta Perry’s report to council, she acknowledged the need
- [Ukrainian faith communities pray for invaded motherland](https://westhillsgazette.com/ukrainian-faith-communities-pray-for-invaded-motherland/) - As Russian troops fired on Ukraine’s second-largest city throughout Sunday, Orthodox faith communities here in McKees Rocks gathered to pray. “We pray God will turn the hearts of the Russian soldiers and the president of Russia,” Father Timothy Tomson said to his parishioners at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church in McKees Rocks. “Take it from
- [Gas line updates drag on in Stowe](https://westhillsgazette.com/gas-line-updates-drag-on-in-stowe/) - Ongoing work to replace aging gas lines along Broadway Avenue causes frequent traffic disruptions and parking restrictions throughout Stowe’s main business district. Local business owners say ongoing work to replace long stretches of gas lines around Stowe’s Broadway Avenue is hurting them and their customers. Since getting underway last summer, the work has persistently disrupted
- [Galaxy Market clerk charged in alleged indecent assault](https://westhillsgazette.com/galaxy-market-clerk-charged-in-alleged-indecent-assault/) - A Stowe convenience store clerk has been charged by county police for allegedly assaulting a young female customer while on the job. According to police reports, a Galaxy Market employee named Mohamed Segane touched a 22-year-old female customer’s crotch after he noticed a hole in her pants. He then pulled her body toward his using
- [Moon Tiger girls seize championship win](https://westhillsgazette.com/moon-tiger-girls-seize-championship-win/) - Moon Area gymnasts clenched the WPIAL team championship title while hosting the contest this year. The win – number seven in the program’s history – places the Tigers second in overall team title victories behind North Allegheny. Moon topped the tables in the vault and uneven bars categories with scores of 37.466 and 35.050 respectively
- [Wayne Fontana blasts Republicans on sale of Western Penitentiary](https://westhillsgazette.com/wayne-fontana-blasts-republicans-on-sale-of-western-penitentiary/) - State Sen. Wayne Fontana (D-42) blasted Republican lawmakers in his February newsletter for holding up a bill needed to approve the sale of state property. After closing in 2017, the former Western Penitentiary building in Marshall-Shadeland has remained vacant and can’t be sold until the state legislature approves a bill introduced last year by Fontana
- [Regular season a wrap for local WPIAL teams](https://westhillsgazette.com/regular-season-a-wrap-for-local-wpial-teams/) - The western suburbs of Pittsburgh are home to some powerhouse basketball teams. Playoff season for both boys and girls WPIAL teams was fiercely contested this season with eight teams making it to the upcoming PIAA playoffs. (Photos)
- [Montour elementary students to start learning Spanish soon](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-elementary-students-to-start-learning-spanish-soon/) - New programming coming to Montour in the fall is designed to give elementary students a solid grasp of Spanish by the time they reach middle school. According to the district’s February newsletter, elementary students will first be exposed to the Spanish language in small informal doses at the kindergarten level. By grades one and two,
- [Commercial fire under investigation](https://westhillsgazette.com/commercial-fire-under-investigation/) - A commercial fire that broke out on Chartiers Avenue Feb. 16 is under investigation by the county fire marshal. Local resident Marie Otto said she was walking her dog in her neighborhood when she heard “a loud popping noise” and saw smoke rising from behind a commercial building owned by J.V. Chujko, Inc. at 1125
- [Former code enforcer lands job in Reserve](https://westhillsgazette.com/former-code-enforcer-lands-job-in-reserve/) - Former Stowe code enforcer Harry Seretti has accepted a job at Reserve Township in the North Hills. Seretti said the part-time role in a smaller, quieter community is a better fit after seven years at Stowe, and enables him to spend more time with his grandson. He stepped down in January citing increased crime in
- [Glass recycling drop-off opens to county residents](https://westhillsgazette.com/glass-recycling-drop-off-opens-to-county-residents/) - A glass recycling drop-off location in Moon will be open to all Allegheny County residents after it launches March 7. The drop-off site, opening at the township public works garage on 1115 Stevenson Mill Road, will accept glass jars and bottles of all colors every weekday between 7 a.m and 3 p.m. The Moon facility
- [Joint Crafton-Ingram zoning redesign enters RFP phase](https://westhillsgazette.com/joint-crafton-ingram-zoning-redesign-enters-rfp-phase/) - A joint zoning redesign effort for the neighboring boroughs of Crafton and Ingram has taken another step toward completion. The boroughs are currently accepting proposals for the ongoing zoning project, which will update local zoning to hopefully increase business activity in the area. The existing zoning regulations currently date back to 1997. Deadline for filing
- [Marlene Banks honored during AACOA event](https://westhillsgazette.com/marlene-banks-honored-during-aacoa-event/) - Editor and Publisher Sonja Reis surprised Gazette 2.0 Person of the Year recipient Marlene Banks with a certificate and subscription during the African American Celebration of Arts (AACOA) event held at the Father Ryan Arts Center in McKees Rocks on Feb. 19. Banks was chosen as person of the year for 2021 by the newspaper’s
- [Parkway West CTC culinary students treat Cornell board like royalty](https://westhillsgazette.com/parkway-west-ctc-culinary-students-treat-cornell-board-like-royalty/) - Cornell high school students Leiana Rucker (left) and Lily Brown (right) prep food during a Parkway Career and Technology Center culinary course. Surf and turf is not a meal you’d expect high schoolers to prepare. That is unless they’re the chefs at Parkway West Culinary Arts Restaurant. You see, this isn’t your typical restaurant and
- [Demo underway at former school](https://westhillsgazette.com/demo-underway-at-former-school/) - Work is underway to level the former Forest Grove Elementary School in Robinson five years after its doors closed in 2017. Construction crews arrived on the scene during the week starting Feb. 14 to begin preparatory dismantling and are expected to soon move onto full-scale demolition work. New owner Kaclik Builders of Butler County, which
- [Admins hope cyber option can boost district finances](https://westhillsgazette.com/admins-hope-cyber-option-can-boost-district-finances/) - As the board prepares to approve a sweeping financial recovery plan next month, Sto-Rox officials are looking to stave off tuition payments to external charter and cyber schools by boosting the district’s in-house cyber programming. Sto-Rox launched its cyber academy – Virtual Viking – during the summer of 2020, while the coronavirus pandemic was in
- [When coal was king of the city and gave life to locals](https://westhillsgazette.com/when-coal-was-king-of-the-city-and-gave-life-to-locals/) - In the early 20th Century, Robinson Township relied heavily on coal for heating schools, homes, and transportation, as illustrated by resident Elizabeth Lanigan's memories of school life and the bustling coal industry.
- [Celebrating Women’s History Month: Frida Kahlo](https://westhillsgazette.com/celebrating-womens-history-month-frida-kahlo/) - → Did you know March is Women’s History Month? March is the month dedicated to the contributions women have made to United States history and includes International Women’s Day on March 8. March is an opportunity to support women entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations, read books by female authors or admire and learn from works of art
- [Student percussionist to perform among top six in state](https://westhillsgazette.com/student-percussionist-to-perform-among-top-six-in-state/) - When Sto-Rox High School found itself without a marching band director last summer it looked like the program would be suspended, at least temporarily. But senior student Chrystal Sircely was determined to keep the group alive, so she reluctantly agreed to lead while a permanent replacement was found. She spent the next six weeks picking
- [McKees Rocks Bridge: Traffic disruption until late 2023](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-bridge-traffic-disruption-until-late-2023/) - The McKees Rocks Bridge is set to start renovations come summer and is projected to be completed by fall 2023. People are worried about their bridges in Allegheny County, and with good reason after the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse in Pittsburgh's East End. It seems the bigger the bridge, the greater the worry. Now the
- [What do you want to see in the state budget?](https://westhillsgazette.com/what-do-you-want-to-see-in-the-state-budget/) - On Feb. 8, Gov. Tom Wolf addressed a joint session of the House and Senate and presented his executive budget proposal for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Every year, budget season begins with the Governor’s address and ends in late June when the Legislature votes on a final budget. In between, there are weeks of appropriations
- [Life’s tough, but complaining makes it worse](https://westhillsgazette.com/lifes-tough-but-complaining-makes-it-worse/) - Harriet Beecher Stowe’s "Uncle Tom’s Cabin," Upton Sinclair’s "The Jungle," John Steinbeck’s "Grapes of Wrath," and Tom Brokaw’s "The Greatest Generation" are four books about eras spanning roughly a century. Only Brokaw survives, having written his book as a retrospective rather than a contemporaneous work, and I don’t know if he’s on social media, but
- [Can federal dollars narrow transportation gaps?](https://westhillsgazette.com/can-federal-dollars-narrow-transportation-gaps/) - It’s rarely discussed by local leaders and stakeholders, but transportation issues are one of the biggest hindrances to residents living West of Pittsburgh. Surveys conducted in McKees Rocks and Stowe by several community organizations in 2016 found transportation was the number one concern voiced by respondents. Ahead, that is, of poverty, hunger, education and violence.
- [SLOW DOWN: When a kitchen knife confuses a thumb for a piece of honeydew](https://westhillsgazette.com/slow-down-when-a-kitchen-knife-confuses-a-thumb-for-a-piece-of-honeydew/) - THUMBS UP – Accidents happen and Gazette 2.0 Creative Director learned this the hard way when cutting fruit instead resulted in a lot of blood and a makeshift splint made out of half a chip clip. It was an ordinary Wednesday evening – I decided to saute mushrooms for dinner while my “healthy banana brownies”
- [Crusaders reclaim WPIAL Championship title](https://westhillsgazette.com/crusaders-reclaim-wpial-championship-title/) - The Crusaders celebrate a second consecutive WPIAL Class A Championship title after defeating Union on March 3. The Bishop Canevin Crusaders seized the WPIAL Class A Championship title for a second year by conquering the Union Scotties 58-45 at the Petersen Events Center on March 3. The matchup proved tougher than most of the Crusaders’
- [Local WPIAL champs Canevin, OLSH and Montour prep for PIAA](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-wpial-champs-canevin-olsh-and-montour-prep-for-piaa/) - Area teams came away with three championship titles and two runners-up placements as the WPIAL basketball playoffs wrapped up Saturday afternoon. (Photos)
- [Former fire president says he was ousted for blowing whistle](https://westhillsgazette.com/former-fire-president-says-he-was-ousted-for-blowing-whistle/) - Several firefighters say they plan to leave the McKees Rocks Volunteer Fire Department after learning no charges will be brought against their chief from an investigation into claims of credit card misuses. Deputy Chief Jim Tarbert and life members Ed Maritz, Nick Petrunio and John Kadlecik say they were shunned for assisting with the investigation
- [McKees Rocks councilors defiant in face of water treatment agreement](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-councilors-defiant-in-face-of-water-treatment-agreement/) - McKees Rocks council members have rejected an agreement with the county sanitary authority that would require the borough to lower untreated water flows into the local watershed. The agreement was presented to McKees Rocks as part of a larger ALCOSAN initiative to reduce the untreated sewage that spills into rivers and streams following periods of
- [New Salt Box](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-salt-box/) - Family and officials gathered March 13 at the corner of Third Street and Broadway Avenue to dedicate a colorful saltbox to the memory of Will Sewell. (Photos)
- [Parks master plan outlines dog park, walking loop](https://westhillsgazette.com/parks-master-plan-outlines-dog-park-walking-loop/) - Crafton's council discussed the most recent updates to the borough's ongoing parks master site project March 10. Improvements will include a potential walking loop in Crafton Park and dog park in the public works property near Chartiers Creek. Council will soon vote to pursue a grant for the project and the head consultant will present
- [Church Avenue residents say speed issues returned](https://westhillsgazette.com/church-avenue-residents-say-speed-issues-returned/) - Residents of Church Avenue’s 1000 block say recent moves to reopen two-way traffic on their stretch of road has caused a surge in speeding and reckless driving. “It’s a race track,” said Church Avenue resident Steve Vann, who claims he frequently sees cars passing his house in excess of 50 mph. “This is going to
- [Wanna be our summer intern? It's paid!](https://westhillsgazette.com/wanna-be-our-summer-intern-its-paid/) - Gazette 2.0's Sonja Reis got her start in community journalism as an intern and all these years later still keeps in touch with her former editor. Now she's Editor & Publisher of her own community news source and looking forward to helping mentor interns of her own. Interested? Gazette 2.0, a newsroom in the Pittsburgh
- [Timeline unclear on Aiken Road repairs](https://westhillsgazette.com/timeline-unclear-on-aiken-road-repairs/) - Traffic has to alternate around this section of sunken roadway on Aiken Extension. Nearly a year after PennDOT committed funds for work to repair landslide-damaged sections of Aiken Road Extension, officials say the project’s timeline is still unclear. “We still haven’t received a dime,” said Mel Weinstein, Kennedy manager, treasurer and tax collector. “Working with
- [Public meeting unravels, board and citizens clash](https://westhillsgazette.com/public-meeting-unravels-board-and-citizens-clash/) - Pandemonium broke out during Stowe’s March 8 meeting after President Robin Parrilla challenged members of the audience about the commissioners’ record on responding to their concerns. “I honestly want to ask you, what haven’t we done for you when you come here every month?, he said to several residents who have persistently called out Parrilla
- [ASSAULT CRIME: Former commissioner’s son charged with strangulation](https://westhillsgazette.com/assault-crime-former-commissioners-son-charged-with-strangulation/) - A man whose previous patterns of alleged abuse became the focus of a disruptive Stowe commissioners meeting last summer now faces charges of strangulation, assault and harassment. A Sharpsburg police report based on witness statements claims Chester Glowacki III, formerly of Stowe, punched and kicked his girlfriend before attempting to strangle her with a telephone
- [State to Sto-Rox: Recovery starts with investment](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-to-sto-rox-recovery-starts-with-investment/) - A 109-page plan for repairing the Sto-Rox School District’s tenuous finances recommends more investment in teaching staff along with targeted measures to reclaim students from cyber and charter systems. “This is not a typical recovery plan,” said John Zahorchak, chief recovery officer with the state department of education, while presenting to the board March 10.
- [Commissioners contemplate new hire in response to rising garbage problem](https://westhillsgazette.com/commissioners-contemplate-new-hire-in-response-to-rising-garbage-problem/) - Trash spills out of a can onto a public street in Stowe. Township ordinances allow for fines of up to $600 for littering and other garbage violations. Stowe commissioners are looking to create a part-time position for a dedicated code enforcement official overseeing trash violations. Garbage, litter, and the rodents that feed on them, have
- [Resonating down through the years](https://westhillsgazette.com/resonating-down-through-the-years/) - “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain.” ~John 12:24 New King James Version It was 22 years ago today that a slick-looking white Yamaha V-Star 650 swerved on a mountain road east of Phoenix
- [Committee work brings positive changes to state](https://westhillsgazette.com/committee-work-brings-positive-changes-to-state/) - While State Representatives are appointed, by their leadership, to certain committees, we do certainly try to get particular assignments. For example, since I have worked closely with our local police and fire departments over the years, I truly appreciate the experiences I have had while being asked to serve on the Veterans Affairs and Emergency
- [Trash enforcement focus should bring tidy results](https://westhillsgazette.com/trash-enforcement-focus-should-bring-tidy-results/) - Stowe commissioners should follow through on their discussions for hiring a part-time code official overseeing trash violations. While tackling issues like violent crime, blighting and disinvestment requires deep spending and careful strategy, coming down hard on littering offenses could land quick returns from a manageable cost. Litter lines countless streets, alleys and sidewalks in Stowe,
- [VP Kamala Harris: A signal of hope for women, particularly women of color, in 2022 and beyond](https://westhillsgazette.com/vp-kamala-harris-a-signal-of-hope-for-women-particularly-women-of-color-in-2022-and-beyond/) - Women across the United States have been fighting for equal rights for themselves and others since the dawn of this country’s creation. Undoubtedly, progress has been made but progress is a slow and steady process and women’s fight for equality may continue into the 22nd century. If the thought of the continuous pursuit of equality
- [—Women’s History Month— Celebrating local women business owners](https://westhillsgazette.com/womens-history-month-celebrating-local-women-business-owners/) - A celebration of local women business owners. (Photos)
- [McKees Rocks Women's Alliance forms to beautify borough](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-womens-alliance-forms-to-beautify-borough/) - Members of the McKees Rocks Women’s Alliance after the third meeting on Feb. 27 at the American Legion in Stowe. A new organization is working to beautify McKees Rocks and bring back pride to the small town’s residents. The McKees Rocks Women’s Alliance was formed in late 2021 and is a non-political organization with a
- [Developer claims officials hampering revival progress](https://westhillsgazette.com/developer-claims-officials-hampering-revival-progress/) - Fighting blight on Mill Street became the focus of a contentious borough council meeting in Coraopolis March 2. Developer Brian Diggins, of Diggins Builders, came with a list of questions and concerns for council members but walked out of the meeting in frustration when his request to have a 10-minute time limit extended was denied.
- [OLSH bounce back from brink during trying semi-final match](https://westhillsgazette.com/olsh-bounce-back-from-brink-during-trying-semi-final-match/) - Chargers' Rocco Spadafora takes on Kennedy Catholic defense during a hard-fought semi-final win March 19. After breezing through the regular season, picking up another WPIAL title and forging ahead in the state playoffs, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart fans prepared for a sudden end to the glory streak during a nail-biting matchup against Kennedy
- [Canevin is ‘Hershey bound’ for the first time](https://westhillsgazette.com/canevin-is-hershey-bound-for-the-first-time/) - Hershey, Pennsylvania is affectionately known as the "Sweetest Place On Earth". That makes perfect sense. After all, it is home to The Hershey Chocolate Factory. The Bishop Canevin Boys basketball team will agree, then again whatever the venue maybe, in their minds it'll be the "Sweetest Place On Earth". It's Canevin Catholic’s first-ever trip to
- [Crafton council calls special meeting for master parks plan](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-council-calls-special-meeting-for-master-parks-plan/) - Crafton council members were divided over whether to pursue a matching grant for their ongoing Master Parks Plan when a vote was called March 24. The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) grant, due April 6, would require Crafton Borough to contribute $250,000. The Master Parks Plan was created with public input and
- [OLSH charge undefeated to second straight PIAA gold](https://westhillsgazette.com/olsh-charge-undefeated-to-second-straight-piaa-gold/) - OLSH celebrates back-to-back PIAA titles and a 68-game winning streak after beating Constitution in Hershey on March 25. HERSHEY Pa. - Hollywood couldn't have drafted a better script: Local team goes for a second straight state championship after another undefeated season and a chance to tie a long-standing state record for consecutive wins. Fast forward
- [State champs: Canevin claims first PIAA title](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-champs-canevin-claims-first-piaa-title/) - Canevin boys celebrate first PIAA title in program history after defeating St. John Neumann 64-47 March 24. HERSHEY, Pa. – When playing in any championship game, one would assume a team needs little motivation. After all, making it to the finals is half the battle. Now in his fourth year at the helm of the
- [BAD BILLBOARDS: Judge rules against Robinson Township for ‘Welcome Signs’](https://westhillsgazette.com/bad-billboards-judge-rules-against-robinson-township-for-welcome-signs/) - A judge has ruled against Robinson Township in a lawsuit challenging the legality of six LED “welcome signs” constructed through an agreement with a private advertising corporation. A court order issued March 15 states the electronic signage was improperly erected under the guise of government signs, which carry looser zoning restrictions than regular billboards. National
- [McKees Rocks cracks down on collections](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-cracks-down-on-collections/) - McKees Rocks is looking to recover funds from unpaid sewer accounts totalling more than $1 million. Council adopted an agreement March 8 enabling Creditech Collection Solutions to issue liens on unpaid accounts that could encourage debtors to pay up. The borough is billed quarterly by ALCOSAN for sewage fees and must recoup expenses from residents.
- [Council approves new website](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-approves-new-website/) - Borough officials say a planned website makeover will allow residents to better navigate borough news and resources. During their March 8 monthly meeting, council approved a $5,000 contract with design contractor Kathy Then to create a new website with an emphasis on accessibility and ease-of-use. Officials had spent months discussing the need for updating their
- [Editorial | A spell of pleasant weather that set in March 13 has so far held steady, in fitting tribute to National Sunshine Week. ](https://westhillsgazette.com/a-spell-of-pleasant-weather-that-set-in-march-13-has-so-far-held-steady-in-fitting-tribute-to-national-sunshine-week/) - Unfortunately, though, this annual initiative to highlight transparency laws seeks to advance cooperation from the government, not the elements. To many journalists and civically minded citizens this feels equally futile. A recent run-in between our newsroom and the City of Pittsburgh over a request for public records ended in a not-so-sunny conclusion that nevertheless illuminates
- [Lending a helping hand: Local fundraisers a success](https://westhillsgazette.com/lending-a-helping-hand-local-fundraisers-a-success/) - Veterans Appreciation Night - Held at the McKees Rocks VFW Post 418. See the photos and how its volunteers made the night a rousing success. (Photos)
- [Spring events galore!](https://westhillsgazette.com/spring-events-galore/) - CARNEGIE Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 220 Mansfield Blvd., Carnegie, is hosting its annual Ukrainian Easter Egg sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday April 10. In addition to the colorfully hand decorated pysanky eggs, there will be food, basket raffles and door prizes available. Church tours and talks are scheduled
- [Teachers concerned recovery plan ignores pandemic learning loss](https://westhillsgazette.com/teachers-concerned-recovery-plan-ignores-pandemic-learning-loss/) - Sto-Rox educators have asked the school board to consider postponing a state-enforced financial recovery plan that’s slated for a vote next week. Union president Carrie Palermo said teachers agree with large portions of the plan, but have also identified gaps, particularly in terms of remedying learning losses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. “There’s no mention
- [130 years and the legacy continues](https://westhillsgazette.com/130-years-and-the-legacy-continues/) - On April 24, 1974 the first edition of the Suburban Gazette was published. From the publisher's desk...Dear Reader, It’s hard to believe it has been a year since I was handed the reins here at Gazette 2.0 by former publisher and Stowe Businessman Sonny Jani. I never in my wildest of dreams thought I would
- [Foreign conflict brings local unity](https://westhillsgazette.com/foreign-conflict-brings-local-unity/) - As divided as we have been the past two years over COVID-19, politics, and so many other issues, it is consoling to see everyone in our area coming together in support of the people in Ukraine. The municipalities in our district have large Ukrainian populations, whether first, second, or third generation. We are blessed to
- [Audit shows $600,000 budgetary shortage](https://westhillsgazette.com/audit-shows-600000-budgetary-shortage/) - An audit report presented May 17 shows the Cornell School District was running a $600,000 deficit by the end of the 2020-21 school year. Business Manager Patrick Berdine said the numbers show the influence of rising charter school costs and other unfunded mandates imposed on the district. “Overall the audit went well with an unqualified
- [Cameron Culliver: From almost drop out to elite US Space Force role](https://westhillsgazette.com/cameron-culliver-from-almost-drop-out-to-elite-us-space-force-role/) - Ten years after enlisting in the United States Air Force, Cameron Culliver was made master sergeant with a recruiting role in the newly-formed Space Force. Fourteen years ago, Cameron Culliver nearly dropped out of high school without a diploma. Now he’s the school board president at his alma mater and a master sergeant recruiting for
- [Montour test scores hold up throughout pandemic slump](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-test-scores-hold-up-throughout-pandemic-slump/) - Although overall standardized testing scores dipped during the COVID-19 pandemic, Montour educators are celebrating relative successes compared to neighboring districts. During their March 17 meeting, school directors gave a special presentation honoring students and detailing their aggregate scores on Keystone and Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) testing during the 2020-2021 school year. English Language
- [Standards have to be tended to](https://westhillsgazette.com/standards-have-to-be-tended-to/) - I saw a post on Facebook, conversing about two-way traffic being restored to Church Street near St. Mary’s church in McKees Rocks and, as someone with a business management background, I was intrigued at some of the conclusions discussed. Apparently, after a season of reducing traffic to one direction, the residents were upset that cars
- [Chujko investigation inconclusive](https://westhillsgazette.com/chujko-investigation-inconclusive/) - An investigation into a commercial fire that broke out in McKees Rocks Feb. 16 has been ruled inconclusive. Matt Brown, Allegheny County’s chief of emergency services, was unable to describe the nature of the investigation but said a clear determination could still be made at a later point if new evidence surfaces. The fire broke
- [Women's History Month is about celebrating local women](https://westhillsgazette.com/womens-history-month-is-about-celebrating-local-women/) - Pat Friess and Regina Givi Did you know the African proverb “it takes a village to raise a child” means an entire community of people must work together to help nurture a child in a healthy environment? The proverb could also apply to supporting local businesses and caring for senior citizens. In the spirit of that
- [Letter to the Editor: PennDOT traffic study failure cause of Aiken Road issues](https://westhillsgazette.com/letter-to-the-editor-penndot-traffic-study-failure-cause-of-aiken-road-issues/) - Dear Editor, Back in the old days when I was a kid, we rode our two-wheel bikes over local roads with little auto traffic. Aiken Road went from McKees Rocks Road along the border of Robinson and Kennedy up a steep hill and came out on Beaver Grade Road near what is now the Holy
- [The Sto-Rox School District just began a 5-year struggle to survive](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-sto-rox-school-district-just-began-a-5-year-struggle-to-survive/) - The future of the Sto-Rox School District lies in the hands of students like Tristin Dean and Pernell Benning. (Photos)
- [Fooling around in 'The Rocks'](https://westhillsgazette.com/fooling-around-in-the-rocks/) - The McKees Rocks Women's Alliance sponsored the first April Fools' Parade on April 2. (Photos)
- [The walks that started it all: Cindy Litterini-Smith's marinara sauce](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-walks-that-started-it-all-cindy-litterini-smiths-marinara-sauce/) - A view of West Park in Stowe Township. When I grew up there, West Park – not to be confused with the West End – was known for a few things: its great firemen’s parade, the now-defunct West Park Beverages and the iconic Mancini’s bread. We had a pharmacy on every corner and thriving bakery
- [Ukrainian culture highlight of annual Easter event in Carnegie](https://westhillsgazette.com/ukrainian-culture-highlight-of-annual-easter-event-in-carnegie/) - Amid the backdrop of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, St. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Carnegie this Sunday celebrated Ukrainian culture and food with its annual pysanky painted Easter egg sale. The egg sale, now in the 54th year at the 120 year-old-church famous for its three brilliant golden onion domes that are
- [Montour launches new app to keep the district on track](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-launches-new-app-to-keep-the-district-on-track/) - Students and parents at Montour can keep up to date with all district news thanks to a new phone app launched in April. The Montour School district app is free to download on Apple and Android systems and will include calendar events, bus routes, menus, athletics updates and other news items. More information and download
- [Borough catching up on delays in auditing](https://westhillsgazette.com/borough-catching-up-on-delays-in-auditing/) - Having finally processed a late audit for the 2019-20 tax year, McKees Rocks administrators say they’re taking action to get caught up in the present and prevent delays in future years. “We are back on track,” said Substitute Manager LeeAnn Wozniak. “We’re working hand in hand [with the auditors] so there’s open communication.” When presenting
- [Demo permit approved for McCormick house](https://westhillsgazette.com/demo-permit-approved-for-mccormick-house/) - Robinson Tax Collector Michael Pendel has acquired a permit for the demolition of a long-vacant 1880s farmhouse located on property he owns on McCormick Road. Pendel now has one year from March 31 to demolish the structure which has been cited as a safety concern by John Richnavsky, a resident of Waterford Drive. Starting in
- [New code enforcement officer named](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-code-enforcement-officer-named/) - Stowe Township has hired University of Pittsburgh graduate Nick Leffakis as its new enforcement officer. Leffakis previously worked at Etna and has a master's degree in public administration. He began working at Stowe on March 21. Leffakis’ predecessor Harry Serretti stepped away in January, citing “safety concerns” in his resignation letter, and has since taken
- [Council pushes forward with matching park grant application](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-pushes-forward-with-matching-park-grant-application/) - Crafton Council will move forward with a matching grant application for park upgrades after disputes about the pros and cons resulted in gridlock the previous week. The vote passed narrowly during a special meeting March 29, with dissenting members objecting to a $250,000 contribution required of the borough if the grant is awarded. The application
- [Vote early and often and then join us for tasting in ‘The Cheesiest Pizza Contest’](https://westhillsgazette.com/vote-early-and-often-and-then-join-us-for-tasting-in-the-cheesiest-pizza-contest/) - Everyone has a favorite pizza joint. And here in the West, we are lucky to have a lot of different types and styles to choose from. A quick poll in the office has us arguing about our personal favorites, which include Juliano’s in Robinson, The Pizzeria and Anthony Juniors in Coraopolis, Angelia’s in Kennedy, Slice
- [Local groups seek federal funding for air monitors](https://westhillsgazette.com/local-groups-seek-federal-funding-for-air-monitors/) - Local grassroots organizations are looking to cash in on a new round of federal funding earmarked for community air monitoring projects. More than 15 environmental groups worked together on applications headed by Carnegie Mellon University’s Breathe Project that included funding requests for additional air monitoring equipment around Neville Island and the broader Ohio Valley area.
- [Crivelli lot plans still unclear with passage of sewage plan](https://westhillsgazette.com/crivelli-lot-plans-still-unclear-with-passage-of-sewage-plan/) - A 319-page study outlining a sweeping overhaul of county sewage infrastructure leaves unanswered questions about what will happen to a former car dealership in McKees Rocks that’s the subject of a lawsuit. The property has been a source of contention between the borough and ALCOSAN since the sanitary authority bought it in October 2020 for
- [After-school programs are essential for our children](https://westhillsgazette.com/after-school-programs-are-essential-for-our-children/) - For the first time in a long time, the Capitol Complex was back to its normal self. The halls and rotundas were filled with visitors and groups of citizens coming to lobby for multiple issues of importance to Pennsylvanians. We even welcomed back visitors to the gallery of the House floor. There were numerous groups
- [The veil was torn, removing the barrier](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-veil-was-torn-removing-the-barrier/) - Then the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. So when the centurion, who stood opposite Him, saw that He cried out like this and breathed His last, he said, “Truly this Man was the Son of God!” ~ The Gospel of Mark 15:38-39 The veil of the temple was
- [Despite the grumbling, Church Avenue is not a race track](https://westhillsgazette.com/despite-the-grumbling-church-avenue-is-not-a-race-track/) - Dear Editor, I am writing in reference to the article, “Church Avenue residents say speed issues returned,” published March 17. This one block of Church Avenue has St. Mary’s Church and rectory and Leo Meyer Manor on one side and seven homes on the other side. Two of these homes have not been occupied for
- [The future of Sto-Rox rests on the will of the community](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-future-of-sto-rox-rests-on-the-will-of-the-community/) - Having cleared the school board last week after months of laborious discussions, the success of a five-year plan to rebalance Sto-Rox’s rocky finances now rests on the will of the community. The task is daunting. Officials overseeing the plan have made it clear the 55-year-old district will only be around another five years from now
- [Do you think it's time to retire your Old Glory?](https://westhillsgazette.com/do-you-think-its-time-to-retire-your-old-glory/) - Is your flag faded, worn, or tattered? If it’s time to replace it, we can help you dispose of it. Since 2014, the Robinson Township Historical Society has been a participant in the Retire Your Old Glory Program. The organization was established in 2011 by Denise Etter, who had a passion for restoring respect for
- [Wish your Muslim friends ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ and happy fasting](https://westhillsgazette.com/wish-your-muslim-friends-ramadan-mubarak-and-happy-fasting/) - → Did you know Ramadan started the evening of April 1 and ends on May 2? Ramadan is the 30-day holiday that is celebrated by Muslims. → Did you know the word Ramadan originates from the Arabic word ‘ar-ramad,’ which translates to ‘the hot month, dryness, or scorching heat’? In addition to the different translations, Ramadan also
- [ALCOSAN revisits Crivelli site plans, property seizures](https://westhillsgazette.com/alcosan-revisits-crivelli-site-plans-property-seizures/) - According to Council President Archie Brinza, ALCOSAN no longer intends to raze a former car dealership in McKees Rocks to use as a staging area for a long-term construction project. Speaking during a council meeting April 12, Brinza said representatives from the county sanitary authority had recently indicated they now intend to establish the staging
- [Council looks to fill 2 empty seats](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-looks-to-fill-2-empty-seats/) - McKees Rocks council is looking to fill two vacancies following the death of Chas Maritz and the resignation of Leslie Walker. Maritz, also a life member in the volunteer fire department and commander of the local VFW post, died April 11 after a long struggle with health problems. He was elected to represent the borough’s
- [Elementary hires 'kick off' new Spanish program](https://westhillsgazette.com/elementary-hires-kick-off-new-spanish-program/) - The Montour School Board has hired two new teachers as part of a new programming initiative to help all elementary students reach proficiency in Spanish before arriving at middle school. Newly-hired Spanish teachers Martine DeSantis and Elizabeth Jones were hired by the school board April 21 to “kick off” the immersive language initiative that’s set
- [Gazette 2.0 picks up 2 Golden Quill noms](https://westhillsgazette.com/gazette-2-0-picks-up-2-golden-quill-noms/) - Gazette 2.0 has once again been named a finalist in the Press Club of Western Pennsylvania’s prestigious Golden Quill award showcase. After taking home a quill for editorials in 2019 and making the finals in 2020 for column entries, this year, Gazette 2.0 is represented in two categories: features and editorials. Winners will be announced
- [Mancini's twist on Strawberry Pretzel Jell-O Salad a winner](https://westhillsgazette.com/mancinis-twist-on-strawberry-pretzel-jell-o-salad-a-winner/) - The YaJagoff! duo of John Chamberlin and Rachael Rennebeck introduce KB Plumbing owner Ben Ifft and son Luke Ifft during the event. The Robinson plumber and Mall at Robinson put up a $500 prize for the winner's charity of choice. Contestants Nick Hartner and Mary Mancini-Hartner learn they have won the Strawberry Jell-O Pretzel Salad
- [Superintendent search proceeds, Dalmas remains on paid leave](https://westhillsgazette.com/superintendent-search-proceeds-dalmas-remains-on-paid-leave/) - The Sto-Rox School District has finished receiving applicants and is now reviewing a slew of candidates in its search for a new superintendent. “We were pleased to receive a number of applications,” Interim Superintendent Joseph Dimperio told the school board April 7. “We’re going to go through them now and try to decide which of
- [Art initiative being added to plan for cleaner Stowe](https://westhillsgazette.com/art-initiative-being-added-to-plan-for-cleaner-stowe/) - Saddled with spiraling crime and increased resident complaints, Stowe commissioners are exploring creative solutions to never-ending problems. During the board’s April 11 agenda meeting commissioner Kelly Cropper-Hall proposed an initiative to recruit young artists in the area to display their artwork throughout the township. “I want art in the parks and art in the streets,”
- [McKees Rocks flip-flops vote on DEP compliance](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-flip-flops-vote-on-dep-compliance/) - After several hours of public discussion and multiple voting misfires, McKees Rocks has now agreed to bring its sewage systems into compliance with federal law. Council ultimately voted April 12 in favor of a consent agreement setting out minimum improvement standards it must meet over the next six years. But earlier during that meeting, a
- [A Veteran mourned: ‘Chas’ Maritz](https://westhillsgazette.com/a-veteran-mourned-chas-maritz/) - A Marine Corps officer presents an American flag to Sandy Metzler, the longtime partner of Charles "Chas" Maritz, during his memorial ceremony April 19. Father Regis Ryan commemorates the life of Charles “Chas” Maritz during services at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies on April 19. McKees Rocks Councilmember Charles “Chas” Maritz died April 11,
- [Council fills commission vacancies](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-fills-commission-vacancies/) - Crafton council has filled four commission vacancies, following ongoing efforts to raise interest in the borough’s many volunteer positions. Eighteen vacancies still remain in the town of approximately 6,000 residents. During their April 14 meeting, council members appointed Carrie Woodard to the library board, Craig Lehocky to the recreation board, Christin Scuilli to the Shade
- [Regulators, industry, advocates dispute plant pollution impacts](https://westhillsgazette.com/regulators-industry-advocates-dispute-plant-pollution-impacts/) - Local advocates say Metalico Pittsburgh is an ongoing source of disruptive pollution. Company officials insist they’re compliant with environmental law and believe they've been wrongly targeted by public protests and a class action lawsuit. Local environmental advocates are calling on county agencies to take action against a Neville Island recycling facility one year after an
- [Mother's Day founder spent years railing against holiday's commercialization](https://westhillsgazette.com/mothers-day-founder-spent-years-railing-against-holidays-commercialization/) - The Anna Jarvis Birthplace Museum in Grafton, WV is open to the public for touring. For information, call (304) 265-5549. → Did you know Mother’s Day is around the corner? On Sunday, May 8, mothers across the country will awake to smiling loved ones and breakfast in bed, basking in all their motherhood glory. Or they
- [Community seeks to preserve historic stone incline shelter](https://westhillsgazette.com/community-seeks-to-preserve-historic-stone-incline-shelter/) - The last remnant of the former Norwood Incline is still standing 99 years after the short-lived funicular made its final voyage up the steep hillside. (Photos)
- [Infrastructure is a hot topic for our region](https://westhillsgazette.com/infrastructure-is-a-hot-topic-for-our-region/) - The House of Representatives was in session the week of April 11 and the Capitol was filled with visitors. Advocacy groups were set up in the rotundas with displays and spent their time at the Capitol visiting their local Representatives and Senators. As we get closer to the adoption of a budget, these groups come
- [Tough times need real friends](https://westhillsgazette.com/tough-times-need-real-friends/) - There are lots of people hurting today. War in Ukraine, inflation through the roof, troubles stacking up on family finances. Lots of trouble and few answers it seems. Here in Stowe, where my office is and I sit typing, the last two days of school before Spring Break involved fights, lockdowns, an injured teacher and
- [CRAPSHOOT CONTINUES: ALCOSAN should come clean on 'Clean Water Plan'](https://westhillsgazette.com/crapshoot-continues-alcosan-should-come-clean-on-clean-water-plan/) - Eighteen months after buying the former Crivelli car dealership in McKees Rocks, ALCOSAN still refuses to state its intentions for the prime slice of real estate sitting beside the shopping plaza. When questioned immediately after the purchase, a sanitary authority spokesperson claimed the organization had no specific plans for the site despite coughing up $2
- [Athletes of Action Memorial Scholarship Luncheon](https://westhillsgazette.com/athletes-of-action-memorial-scholarship-luncheon/) - The Athletes of Action Organization hosted its 11th scholarship luncheon April 9. (Photos)
- [Spartans charge ahead as weather slows play](https://westhillsgazette.com/spartans-charge-ahead-as-weather-slows-play/) - So far in the early days of Spring, the weather has wreaked havoc on local baseball and softball fields, forcing postponements all around the WPIAL. Teams have been regularly sidelined as their fields struggled to handle the mass of water that has fallen from the skies. But such was not the case for the Montour
- [Overnight Closure: Stowe Tunnel](https://westhillsgazette.com/overnight-closure-stowe-tunnel/) - The Stowe Tunnel will close overnight May 3 while crews conduct routine electrical work. Detour signs will direct traffic around the tunnel via Broadway and Island Avenue while the closure is in effect from 9.30 p.m. to 5.30 a.m. The 112 year-old tunnel is maintained by PennDOT and recently underwent extensive renovations.
- [Dismissal struck down by judge just days after ALCOSAN states Crivelli building to stay standing](https://westhillsgazette.com/dismissal-struck-down-by-judge-just-days-after-alcosan-states-crivelli-building-to-stay-standing/) - A lawsuit contesting a potentially disruptive sewage construction project in McKees Rocks can now move forward after stalling for more than a year in federal court. In a May 6 opinion, Judge J. Nicholas Ranjan said the borough has valid concerns about the economic and environmental impacts of a pending tunnel project and can continue
- [$500K award to Sheraden Park makeover plans](https://westhillsgazette.com/500k-award-to-sheraden-park-makeover-plans/) - A $500,000 grant awarded to the city of Pittsburgh in April will help propel a long-term overhaul of Sheraden Park. A city press release announcing the award states the money will fund a round of improvements to existing amenities, including the restrooms and grill area, and will also help pay for the addition of a
- [Clever Park Pool remains ‘residents only’ for 2022](https://westhillsgazette.com/clever-park-pool-remains-residents-only-for-2022/) - While temperatures around Western Pennsylvania continue to jump from hot to cold daily, Robinson Township is preparing for the summer season by making plans to open its community pool. Hoping to give the community a fun way to connect this summer, commissioners announced the Clever Park Pool is currently planning to open on Memorial Day
- [Township appeals billboard ruling, places blame on advertising firm](https://westhillsgazette.com/township-appeals-billboard-ruling-places-blame-on-advertising-firm/) - Robinson lawyers have appealed a March 15 court order ruling against the construction of six township-sponsored billboards, and are seeking through a separate filing to hold the contracted advertising firm responsible for any damages brought against the township. The March ruling came nearly two years after national advertising firm Lamar sued the township for allegedly
- [Sto-Rox beefs up security presence](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-beefs-up-security-presence/) - The Sto-Rox school district is looking to address escalating safety concerns by hiring new security specialists for all three buildings. School directors approved the new positions and authorized the beginning of the hiring process during their April 28 business meeting. “We know there are safety concerns,” said President Cameron Culliver. “We have to be proactive
- [ELECTIONS: GOP primary candidate seeking 45th house seat](https://westhillsgazette.com/elections-gop-primary-candidate-seeking-45th-house-seat/) - Mike Pendel of Robinson is seeking to turn Pennsylvania’s 45th legislative district red for the first time since the seat was established in 1969. To do that, he must secure his party’s support in the primary, where he’s running unopposed, and then take on Democratic incumbent Anita Kulik in November. Pendel – a political newcomer
- [$500K gift enshrines legacy of ‘Coach Fred’ at train station project](https://westhillsgazette.com/500k-gift-enshrines-legacy-of-coach-fred-at-train-station-project/) - Donor Fred Milanovich Jr. during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Coraopolis Train Station project April 23. After many years away, Fred Milanovich Jr. was recently lured back to his hometown through a “convergence of events” that began in his words with a “moment of insanity.” That moment occurred in 2006 and did not involve Milanovich
- [Recent bill passages have 'substantial bi-partisan support'](https://westhillsgazette.com/recent-bill-passages-have-substantial-bi-partisan-support/) - The Pennsylvania House of Representatives held Session from April 25 until late on April 27. Many groups were welcomed to the Capitol and a wide array of bills were considered, both on the floor and in committee. I thought that I would review some of the bills, which I believe address issues that are of
- [Make sure you know and have your calling card](https://westhillsgazette.com/make-sure-you-know-and-have-your-calling-card/) - Many of you, if you’re in your twenties or older, remember Billy Mays. Billy, for those who don’t know, was a local-boy-who-made-it story for McKees Rocks. He left the area to sell products on the Atlantic coast from a tent that Faithbridge uses now for our summer cookouts, and was so energetic and filled with
- [Voting: Something to unite us all?](https://westhillsgazette.com/voting-something-to-unite-us-all/) - Casting an election vote has recently taken on all the gravity of enlisting to fight in a war for civilization – and many voters approach it with the same sense of solemn duty. Both sides believe democracy rests on the success of their preferred candidate and party. Both sides are fueled more by disgust for
- [Mark your calendar for National Pizza Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/mark-your-calendar-for-national-pizza-day/) - and 'The Cheesiest Pizza Contest' – May 21 at Mall at Robinson → Did you know there’s a national pizza party day? Mark your calendars for Friday, May 20 when millions of pizza lovers will fill their hungry bellies with crispy round dough topped with tomato sauce, cheese, meat and vegetables. Pizza is no doubt one
- [Students witness mock DUI crash ahead of prom](https://westhillsgazette.com/students-witness-mock-dui-crash-ahead-of-prom/) - Students at the Sto-Rox High School got an important lesson outside the classroom on May 4 ahead of prom. (Photos)
- [The Tale of Two City Chickens](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-tale-of-two-city-chickens/) - McCanns bulk food advertisement from a 1932 edition of the Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph. For as much as Yinzers hate Clevelanders down to the bone, we all come from similar backgrounds. And eat similar food. Pittsburgh and Cleveland are separated by only 135 miles, but ask any Yinzer or Clevelander and we are worlds apart. But are
- [Canevin students flash photography skills at borough exhibit](https://westhillsgazette.com/canevin-students-flash-photography-skills-at-borough-exhibit/) - When it comes to their vacations, students in the Bishop Canevin High School photo club have experienced some exciting adventures: swimming with jellyfish, touring the redwood forests of California and witnessing the California wildfires. (Photos)
- [Montour, OLSH, Carlynton and Canevin ladies head to post-season](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-olsh-carlynton-and-canevin-ladies-head-to-post-season/) - Montour Spartans Jana Hess gets ready to rip a hit in a recent victory over Ambridge. As the regular season winds down, the top four teams in each section qualify for the WPIAL playoffs. Ties for playoff spots between two or more teams will be broken by head-to-head competition. Should that format not break the
- [Restrictions to cause delays in Robinson](https://westhillsgazette.com/restrictions-to-cause-delays-in-robinson/) - Partial closures will slow traffic flows along Campbells Run Road beginning May 16, as road crews work through the end of the year to rehabilitate two aging bridges. The unnamed bridges are positioned about 500 feet apart on a section of Campbells Run near the I-79 underpass in southern Robinson, where the creek forms a
- [Fire Chief asks council to revisit his Crafton Avenue concerns about updates](https://westhillsgazette.com/fire-chief-asks-council-to-revisit-his-crafton-avenue-concerns-about-updates/) - Crafton Fire Chief Mike Crown raised an alarm at a recent Crafton Borough Council meeting, but the board was quick to throw cold water on his argument. (Video)
- [Thornburg Bridge: 18-month rehab set for June](https://westhillsgazette.com/thornburg-bridge-18-month-rehab-set-for-june/) - The Pennsylvania Department for Transportation will begin its preservation project on the Thornburg Bridge in June, with rehabilitation work expected to last for 12 to 18 months. The bridge, which is located on Route 60 between Thornburg, Crafton and Ingram, crosses over Chartiers Creek. The rehabilitation project will begin at Cornell Avenue and end at
- [Sto-Rox hikes tax rate, Montour boosts staffing](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-hikes-tax-rate-montour-boosts-staffing/) - By Alice Crow & Elizabeth Perry Carlynton, Cornell, Montour and Sto-Rox have all approved final budget proposals for the 2022-23 school year, with Cornell and Sto-Rox both proposing tax raises. Each of the four districts has been buoyed by millions of dollars of federal funding that will continue to pour in over the next few
- [Commissioners delay vote on salary hikes](https://westhillsgazette.com/commissioners-delay-vote-on-salary-hikes/) - Stowe commissioners delayed a vote to more than double their annual salaries during a Tuesday night township meeting held on May 10. While the salary hike was listed on both the Monday workshop meeting and Tuesday voting meeting agendas, the issue was quickly disavowed when a member of the audience called attention to it during
- [Professor comes out of retirement to join as special ed consultant](https://westhillsgazette.com/professor-comes-out-of-retirement-to-join-as-special-ed-consultant/) - In addition to approving a proposed 2022-2023 budget May 19, directors at Sto-Rox voted to make the following additions to district-wide special education and professional development. Special education Sto-Rox school directors voted to approve the hiring of retired special education professor, Linda Jukes, to consult from May to September at a rate of $50 per
- [Sto-Rox to form police department as part of larger safety revamp](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-to-form-police-department-as-part-of-larger-safety-revamp/) - The Sto-Rox School district is planning to establish an internal police department as a first step within broader efforts to improve student safety and rehabilitate its image. John Zahorchak, a state official tasked with implementing a sweeping financial recovery plan, said during a May 17 public meeting the district is preparing to petition the courts
- [Who won this year's primary?](https://westhillsgazette.com/who-won-this-years-primary/)
- [District welcomes new super, admin, director](https://westhillsgazette.com/district-welcomes-new-super-admin-director/) - Sto-Rox directors hired Megan Van Fossan as the district’s new superintendent May 11, concluding a months-long search process to replace Frank Dalmas. Van Fossan joined the district earlier this year to take on a newly-created role as assistant to the superintendent. She said her first moves as top admin will be to strengthen relationships throughout
- [Council appointees discuss new visions for the borough](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-appointees-discuss-new-visions-for-the-borough/) - McKees Rocks council has appointed two new members to fill vacancies created by the death of Chas Maritz and the resignation of Leslie Walker. Frank McQuillan was the only applicant for Walker’s vacated second ward seat and was unanimously approved for the position during council’s May 10 meeting. As a lifelong resident, McQuillan said he
- [‘You say goodbye, I say hello!’: Newsroom shuffle underway](https://westhillsgazette.com/you-say-goodbye-i-say-hello-newsroom-shuffle-underway/) - Outgoing Editor Jamie Wiggan during the grand opening of the GetGo on Chartiers Avenue in McKees Rocks Dec. 3, 2021. As we approach our five-year anniversary, it’s time to announce a new slate of changes at Gazette 2.0. First, we’re saying goodbye to our editor-in-chief Jamie Wiggan, who has led the newsroom since last May
- [Did your favorite win the ‘Cheesiest Pizza Contest’?](https://westhillsgazette.com/did-your-favorite-win-the-cheesiest-pizza-contest/) - AND THE WINNERS ARE… (Photos)
- [There is no sufficient amount of thanks we can extend to our veterans](https://westhillsgazette.com/there-is-no-sufficient-amount-of-thanks-we-can-extend-to-our-veterans/) - We have come to the end of May – rather quickly it seems! The weather has finally warmed up and everyone is looking forward to a fun and peaceful summer. Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer. It is a three-day weekend filled with picnics and outdoor activities. There are parades and Little League
- [Where there’s no vision, the people perish](https://westhillsgazette.com/where-theres-no-vision-the-people-perish/) - Where there is no vision, the Bible says, the people perish. I thought of this verse last year when I had an off day from work and went fishing with my friends John Force and John Dombroski. We had parked on the street to the side of Heinz Field facing PNC Park and walked down
- [Installing cronies impairs the democratic process](https://westhillsgazette.com/installing-cronies-impairs-the-democratic-process/) - During consecutive evenings May 10 and 11, the Sto-Rox School Board and McKees Rocks Council each appointed new members to fill openings formed by death and resignations. The processes applied in each case demonstrate how this crucial democratic task can be done well – or poorly. During a single meeting on May 10, McKees Rocks
- [Memorial Day got its start honoring Civil War fatalities](https://westhillsgazette.com/memorial-day-got-its-start-honoring-civil-war-fatalities/) - → Did you know that Memorial Day was formerly known as Decoration Day? General John A. Logan, leader of the Northern Civil War Veterans, rallied for a National Day of Remembrance. According to History.com, the late general proclaimed, “The 30th of May 1868, is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers, or otherwise decorating
- [The real stars of the parade](https://westhillsgazette.com/the-real-stars-of-the-parade/) - The Coraopolis Veterans Memorial sits outside of VFW Post 402 on Mulberry Street. The Coraopolis Memorial Day Parade is set for 12:30 p.m. on Monday, May 30. It is two weeks before Memorial Day and I am taking a walk through the streets of my hometown. As I pass the VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars)
- [OLSH boys volleyball capture first solo section title](https://westhillsgazette.com/olsh-boys-volleyball-capture-first-solo-section-title/) - Chargers Cameron Glance blocks a shot during the run-up to the WPIAL semi-finals. Another history-making run just took place on the campus of Our Lady Of The Sacred Heart. We've witnessed the magical, historical record-setting (and counting) run by the boys’ basketball team over the last three years. Now we can add the boys’ volleyball
- [Looking Back: Memories of the 80's in Stowe](https://westhillsgazette.com/looking-back-memories-of-the-80s-in-stowe/) - Rewind the clock with a few photos of our area from the 80's in our photo gallery. (Photos)
- [Finding specialty formula an uphill battle for mother of McKees Rocks preemie](https://westhillsgazette.com/finding-specialty-formula-an-uphill-battle-for-mother-of-mckees-rocks-preemie/) - Katherine Cobbs’ son was born three months early. When baby Dreyton Green finally came home from the hospital, it was in the midst of a baby formula shortage. On top of all the other challenges her infant son faced, the McKees Rocks mom couldn’t find the specialty formula he needed. “It’s a scary time. It’s
- [Robinson once home to nuclear defense system](https://westhillsgazette.com/robinson-once-home-to-nuclear-defense-system/) - The Cold War is just a distant memory for some of us, but in the 1950s and 60s, it was a very real, very frightening reality. The tensions between the United States and Russia were almost palpable. Pittsburgh was a likely target for attack because it was a crucial industrial center. The steel industry was
- [Memorial Day celebrations bring communities together](https://westhillsgazette.com/memorial-day-celebrations-bring-communities-together/) - See the area festivities in our event photo gallery. (Photos)
- [Saying goodbye: Maryland crab cake tribute to an Ocean City icon](https://westhillsgazette.com/saying-goodbye-maryland-crab-cake-tribute-to-an-ocean-city-icon/) - The author (center) with friends during a senior trip to Ocean City, Md. in 1989. I don't know exactly when I fell in love with Ocean City, Md. And quite honestly, I'm not even sure why. It's not the quaintest little beach town – there are cuter. It's not the greatest foodie destination town –
- [Locals galore help to launch seniors](https://westhillsgazette.com/locals-galore-help-to-launch-seniors/) - Students Alexis Brinza and Janaya Hazlip (far left and far right) presented the Edward F. Meyer III Scholarships (Tri-State Furniture) to recipients Alicia Young, Chrystal Sircely and Asia Harper during the May 25 Senior Awards Night at Sto-Rox. Sto-Rox graduating seniors received a variety of awards and scholarships during the Senior Awards Night event held
- [Montour athletics face ‘heartbreak and celebration’](https://westhillsgazette.com/montour-athletics-face-heartbreak-and-celebration/) - Anthony Markulin tags out a West Mifflin runner. Spartans volleyball WPIAL 2A Champs Words of an old song that promotes, "joy and pain, sunshine and rain," can best describe the sentiment around the campus of Montour High School in recent days. Joy and celebration were the scenarios for members of the Spartans’ boys volleyball team. Recently
- [Council members OK retirement of borough manager](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-members-ok-retirement-of-borough-manager/) - McKees Rocks council members voted unanimously to accept the retirement of former borough manager, Ruth Pompey on May 24. The matter had been tabled from a May 11 meeting. Although the meeting agenda referred to the action as “employment termination of employee 235 effective May 11” sources close to the Borough indicate the retirement was
- [Black Forge Coffee to switch focus to McKees Rocks shop](https://westhillsgazette.com/black-forge-coffee-to-switch-focus-to-mckees-rocks-shop/) - Barista Ashley Taylor mixes up a beverage at the McKees Rocks location of Black Forge Coffee. Black Forge Coffee’s original location in the Allentown neighborhood of Pittsburgh is set to close its doors on June 30. This location of the coffee shop reduced its hours and announced the closure on Facebook on May 23. Black
- [Meeting notes: Sto-Rox School District](https://westhillsgazette.com/meeting-notes-sto-rox-school-district/) - Upper Elementary Principal Heather Johnston and newly hired High School Principal Kimberly Price during the May 27 school board meeting at Sto-Rox. At the May 27th Sto-Rox School Board meeting, directors handled several changes or additions to personnel in preparation for the 2022-23 school year: • Former School Director Shyanne Rippole was hired as a
- [Commonwealth court blocks bridge toll plan](https://westhillsgazette.com/commonwealth-court-blocks-bridge-toll-plan/) - An example of all-electric technology (AET) on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which would be introduced to the I-79 bridge in the P3 initiative. Those opposed to Gov. Tom Wolf’s proposed plan to toll nine bridges in Pennsylvania, including the I-79 bridge in Bridgeville, were rewarded with a temporary win on May 18 when the Commonwealth Court
- [Property tax legal judgment could spell loss of school district revenue](https://westhillsgazette.com/property-tax-legal-judgment-could-spell-loss-of-school-district-revenue/) - A recent legal judgment about the constitutionality of the Allegheny County property tax system could be a boon to homeowners but could throw school districts into uncertainty about future funding. Many are waiting to see what a final judgment will be. In an initial April 28 ruling, Judge Alan D. Hertzberg deemed the current system
- [Community visioning sessions planned for upcoming rezoning](https://westhillsgazette.com/community-visioning-sessions-planned-for-upcoming-rezoning/) - The Borough of Crafton held a council meeting on May 26 to discuss topics ranging from the multi-municipal zoning project with Ingram to commission vacancies. In the community services and infrastructure report, council vice president Kristen Compitello announced that Ingram, like Crafton, officially voted to select ZoneCo, a national zoning consulting firm, to work on
- [The truth shall set you free, so embrace the freedoms we all have](https://westhillsgazette.com/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 in America, it was a cause he believed in, yet, he had ulterior motives, too. England had ended their participation in the slave trade years
- [No matter your opinion, tell legislators your concerns](https://westhillsgazette.com/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 upcoming fiscal year. Federal funds were received last year and are still in the Commonwealth’s coffers. As such, there are many of us who believe
- [The remedy for gun violence cannot be more guns](https://westhillsgazette.com/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 Elementary School May 24 gunned down children as young as 10 and wounded 17 more in what is the second deadliest school shooting in U.S.
- [Juneteenth: 'Carnival Jubilee' planned in McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/juneteenth-carnival-jubilee-planned-in-mckees-rocks/) - → Did you know Juneteenth National Independence Day is now a federal holiday? On Thursday, June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed into law a bill that established Juneteenth as a federal holiday. After signing the bill, he made remarks regarding the importance of the holiday. "We consecrate Juneteenth for what it ought to be,
- [Netflix crew adding to McKees Rocks Bridge summer traffic woes](https://westhillsgazette.com/netflix-crew-adding-to-mckees-rocks-bridge-summer-traffic-woes/) - PennDOT project on track for 2022 The McKees Rocks Bridge will be partially closed this summer in order to accommodate filming for a new Netflix movie directed by “Empire” creator Lee Daniels. A date has yet to be chosen for filming, but McKees Rocks Police will be on-site to direct traffic, and the cost will
- [Overhaul of Hays Manor housing complex focus of planning grant](https://westhillsgazette.com/overhaul-of-hays-manor-housing-complex-focus-of-planning-grant/) - During the coming months, the Allegheny County Housing Authority will be seeking community input on plans to redevelop the 138-unit Hays Manor housing complex in McKees Rocks. A "community party" where residents can learn about Choice Neighborhoods is being held from 2 - 4 p.m. on July 23 at the former McDonald's lot on Chartiers
- [Rep. Deasy: Privatizing state liquor system ‘too complex’ for constitutional amendment](https://westhillsgazette.com/rep-deasy-privatizing-state-liquor-system-too-complex-for-constitutional-amendment/) - The ongoing debate about Pennsylvania’s Liquor Control Board has made another appearance in Harrisburg, this time as a proposal for a constitutional amendment that asks voters to decide on whether to privatize Pennsylvania’s Fine Wine and Good Spirits stores. Democratic chair of the House Liquor Control Committee, Rep. Dan Deasy, voted against the proposal during
- [Kennedy again looking for asst. secretary](https://westhillsgazette.com/kennedy-again-looking-for-asst-secretary/) - In an interview after the meeting, Weinstein said he’d interviewed four candidates so far to replace Castelveter, but hadn’t settled on anyone. Mel Weinstein, treasurer, tax collector and manager, announced the township had accepted the resignation of Josh Castelveter as assistant secretary at a June 9 meeting. Castelveter’s last day with Kennedy Township was May
- [S. Petrie Road resident frustrated with slow response to complaints](https://westhillsgazette.com/s-petrie-road-resident-frustrated-with-slow-response-to-complaints/) - In the past eight months, Robinson resident Santo Bonadio has publicly expressed concerns with the property, occupants and ownership of the rental property located next door to his S. Petrie Road home to township commissioners a total of four times. In addition to complaints about an abundance of pit bull dogs living on the property
- [‘Pride in Crafton’ marks its 3rd year](https://westhillsgazette.com/pride-in-crafton-marks-its-3rd-year/) - “Pride in Crafton” members and their friends celebrated Pride month with a parade followed by a picnic at Crafton Park on June 12. The third annual event organized by Brian O’Malley-Gamrat and Jenny Kietz-Carlson was supported by monetary and gift donations from community members, as well as through a sponsorship from the advertising agency BOOM
- [Looking for a spot to cool off? Gazette 2.0 has all of the ins and outs](https://westhillsgazette.com/looking-for-a-spot-to-cool-off-gazette-2-0-has-all-of-the-ins-and-outs/) - Bobbie Carlson, Liz Rapp and Lisa Grega at the Clever Park Pool. Pittsburgh is seeing high temperatures this summer, and that means people need to cool off. With recent pool closures, new rules involving who can swim where and staffing issues at public pools, it’s good to be in the know. What follows are resources
- [Council asks for patience in response to project push back](https://westhillsgazette.com/council-asks-for-patience-in-response-to-project-push-back/) - Resident opposition to current construction on Crafton Boulevard and to a proposed fire inspection ordinance were an underlying theme of Crafton's June 8 council meeting. Steve Puchalski, a recent appointment to the Crafton zoning board, shared his concern for the construction on Crafton Boulevard, especially with the installment of bump-outs. “They’re going to be a
- [Street paving coming to several McKees Rocks roads](https://westhillsgazette.com/street-paving-coming-to-several-mckees-rocks-roads/) - McKees Rocks council unanimously approved a paving contract for several neglected side streets June 14. —MEETING NOTES— A. Folino Construction will carry out the much-needed repaving on portions of Ella, Rosamond, Poplar, Helen, Sarah and George streets and Woodward Avenue. Jane and Ann streets will be entirely repaved. “I am elated about it,” Council President
- [No one wants the firefighters playing lawn darts](https://westhillsgazette.com/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 of life we count on people to stay in their lane. People talking about Kenny Pickett – the Steelers first round drafted quarterback from Pitt
- [OPINION | $50+M for new and improved ‘Hays Manor’ is small-minded](https://westhillsgazette.com/opinion-50m-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. Ideas, all involving more engagement with ACHA, abound. It can’t legally be rebuilt in the same stacked, packed design of old, so the county is
- [OPINION | Ridding McKees Rocks of poor by displacement is dehumanizing](https://westhillsgazette.com/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 was beyond impressed. This humble borough was standing shoulder to shoulder with cities like Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Annapolis. Each city had resolved to
- [Busy time in Harrisburg as budget deadline looms](https://westhillsgazette.com/busy-time-in-harrisburg-as-budget-deadline-looms/) - 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 at the Capitol because there are so many people from different areas of the Commonwealth who come with ideas and issues that need to be
- [Meet Gazette 2.0’s one and only paper boy](https://westhillsgazette.com/meet-gazette-2-0s-one-and-only-paper-boy/) - Montour student Christopher Gregory, 17, delivers Gazette 2.0 to his Robinson Township neighborhood residents. His younger brother Nathan Gregory will take over the family tradition when he graduates this coming school year Christopher Gregory, 17, is one of a kind. “My one neighbor did it for a couple years and she graduated and gave it
- [Rollercoaster season ends with Montour's first-ever PIAA title](https://westhillsgazette.com/rollercoaster-season-ends-with-montours-first-ever-piaa-title/) - Spartans Matthew Luchovick looks into the dugout for a sign. The Montour Spartans won the school’s first ever PIAA State Baseball Championship. A season filled with joy, pain and heartache culminated on the campus of the Pennsylvania State University on June 16, with a stunning 10-9 victory over Holy Ghost Prep at Med lar Field
- [Is McKees Rocks part of the West Side? Part II: ‘‘The West Side is the Best Side’](https://westhillsgazette.com/is-mckees-rocks-part-of-the-west-side-part-ii-the-west-side-is-the-best-side/) - Let me say it louder for the cheap seats in the back "The West Side is the Best Side." Read about opinions on why living west of the Ohio River is the best place to live in the City of Pittsburgh. Did you know there are tons of songs that have West in the title? Whether
- [Veteran’s Breakfast Club remembers Vietnam vet and Carnegie native Col. Robert Sawhill](https://westhillsgazette.com/veterans-breakfast-club-remembers-vietnam-vet-and-carnegie-native-col-robert-sawhill/) - Artifacts from Col. Robert Sawhill’s military service displayed at Carnegie Historical Society. Over his five-and-a-half years of imprisonment in the “Hanoi Hilton” during the Vietnam War, the North Vietnamese tried plenty of techniques to break Carnegie native Colonel Robert Sawhill and force him to reveal military secrets or become a propaganda tool for the Communists,
- [CULLIVER: In spite of civil cases, new school police hire a ‘gem’](https://westhillsgazette.com/culliver-in-spite-of-civil-cases-new-school-police-hire-a-gem/) - New Sto-Rox School Police Supervisor Andrew Lisiecki is a longtime law enforcement officer with whistleblower tendencies. Unanimously appointed to the school’s new police force on June 23, Lisiecki’s decades-long career in police work began in 1988 when he became a City of Pittsburgh officer. Over the years, he seems to find himself at the nexus
- [PennDOT toll plan for I-79 bridge blocked](https://westhillsgazette.com/penndot-toll-plan-for-i-79-bridge-blocked/) - The PennDOT toll plan for the I-79 bridge has permanently been blocked by the Pennsylvania court. The ruling from the Commonwealth states that the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has no authority to toll nine bridges across the state, including the I-79 bridge in Bridgeville. In its decision, the court claimed that the Public-Private Transportation Partnership
- [Carlynton budget passes with no tax increase, retirees honored](https://westhillsgazette.com/carlynton-budget-passes-with-no-tax-increase-retirees-honored/) - Carlynton school directors approved a $34.365 million budget with no increase to the district’s millage rate, honored retirees and discussed issues affecting education at the state level during the June 21 meeting. The 2022-23 spending package made way for enhanced accommodations for students with autism and new visual aides, among other items. Superintendent John Kreider
- [Explore area farm market offerings this summer](https://westhillsgazette.com/explore-area-farm-market-offerings-this-summer/) - The promise of fresh produce, meats and local handicrafts make a trip to the local farmers market a fun and tasty summer destination. In the Gazette 2.0 coverage and nearby areas, there are a variety of weekly markets featuring regional farmers and area crafters. While some of the area markets accept food stamps, some also
- [They found everything, plus the bathroom sink](https://westhillsgazette.com/they-found-everything-plus-the-bathroom-sink/) - Area canoers and kayakers embarked on a journey to tidy up Chartiers Creek June 25. (Photos)
- [New Sto-Rox director to be appointed by judge](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-sto-rox-director-to-be-appointed-by-judge/) - School taxes to increase by 1.3 mills On June 23 the Sto-Rox School directors passed the 2022-2023 budget with one member short. The vacancy left when Bobbi Sangricco resigned May 11 will now be filled by a judge’s appointment. Sangricco left for publicly unspecified reasons. The school board was unable to choose between candidates Shawn
- [Crafton Boulevard Streetscape project now under review](https://westhillsgazette.com/crafton-boulevard-streetscape-project-now-under-review/) - Crafton’s Vance Alley with its two newly constructed bumpouts. Engineers working on the Crafton Boulevard Streetscape project are now being asked to review and make recommendations related to the possible firetruck access issue put forth by Fire Chief Mike Crown in recent months. The June 23 meeting where this decision was made lasted two and
- [Former YMCA site relaunches, old Boys & Girls Club awaits development](https://westhillsgazette.com/former-ymca-site-relaunches-old-boys-girls-club-awaits-development/) - The former YMCA site located at Montour Run and Beaver Grade roads in Robinson has been given a new lease on life. It's now known as the Olde-Y Business Park and is home to a variety of new businesses. One complex in McKees Rocks that served children sits empty while a similar yet larger site
- [First for PA: House rehab program provides avenue to ownership](https://westhillsgazette.com/first-for-pa-house-rehab-program-provides-avenue-to-ownership/) - The first of 10 unique home renovation projects in McKees Rocks have been saved from the wrecking ball. This home on Gardner Street in the McKees Rocks Bottoms neighborhood was recently renovated and sold to first-time home buyers Sammie and Dennis Guy. A ribbon-cutting ceremony to announce the sale of 310 Gardner St. – the
- [New life filled with surprises,as Afghan refugees settle in](https://westhillsgazette.com/new-life-filled-with-surprisesas-afghan-refugees-settle-in/) - Sayed and Kubra cycled through waves of relief and sorrow as they walked up to the counter and pressed their fingers onto the glowing glass plates that registered their identities in the American immigration database. After three days camped outside Kabul International Airport, the call for biometrics meant they would soon depart their war-torn homeland
- [McKees Rocks cracks down on LLC shell games](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-cracks-down-on-llc-shell-games/) - The McKees Rocks Borough Council refused a request to buy a property through the Allegheny County Vacant Property Recovery program at a June meeting. Reason being, the applicant did not disclose the properties he already owned in violation of the rules and actively tried to obscure ownership through the use of Limited Liability Corporations. Megan
- [We're too divided as a nation, it wasn't always like this](https://westhillsgazette.com/were-too-divided-as-a-nation-it-wasnt-always-like-this/) - I’m often sad at the division in our country. It’s so bad that I sort of think we should find a peaceful way to divide the land and divorce. I hate saying that. Yet, we’re in a situation where both halves of our country don’t want to live under the other half. I went to
- [Summer budget debate turns to amusement parks, boats and vaccines](https://westhillsgazette.com/summer-budget-debate-turns-to-amusement-parks-boats-and-vaccines/) - MONTOUR SPARTANS –The 2022 PIAA 4A baseball state championship team and coaches were honored in Harrisburg by Rep. Dan Deasy, Rep. Anita Kulik and Sen. Wayne Fontana (not pictured) on June 22. At the time of this writing, budget negotiations are ongoing between the House, Senate and Administration. Hopefully, by the date of publication, the
- [Yes, Crafton residents, change can be good](https://westhillsgazette.com/yes-crafton-residents-change-can-be-good/) - Calm yourselves and the traffic, too In recent months, the Crafton Boulevard Streetscape Project has been a hot-button topic. The more members of council try to address public concerns, the more the debate spirals out of control. Fire Chief Mike Crown raised what seems to be legitimate concerns of safety regarding the project at the
- [SAY, WHAT? ‘Pirates, Peanuts and Cracker Jacks’](https://westhillsgazette.com/say-what-pirates-peanuts-and-cracker-jacks/) - “Take me out to the ball game. Take me out to the crowd. Pirates and peanuts and Cracker Jacks. I don’t care if I never get back” Let me root, root, root for the home team. If they don’t win, it’s a shame. For it’s one, two, three strikes you’re out at the old ball
- [When life gives you lemons, sell lemonade!](https://westhillsgazette.com/when-life-gives-you-lemons-sell-lemonade/) - (Photos)
- [Watermelon salad: Peculiar, outrageous and insanely odd](https://westhillsgazette.com/watermelon-salad-peculiar-outrageous-and-insanely-odd/) - What's more synonymous with summertime than watermelon? As a kid, it was a favorite with the neighborhood parents. Much like freeze pops, you could feed all of the neighborhood kids inexpensively with one watermelon, or one plastic net full of freeze pops. Side note: I'm not sure parents feed the entire neighborhood anymore. I grew
- [110 YEARS OF TRADITION: Crafton Boy Scouts keep legacy of learning alive](https://westhillsgazette.com/110-years-of-tradition-crafton-boy-scouts-keep-legacy-of-learning-alive/) - Crafton Boy Scout Troop 147: Tyler Dominowski, Regis Patton III, August Bernhardy, Damion Snyder (front row). Alex Englert, Christina Englert, Jessica Lapp, Eric Englert, John Franks (back). -TROOP 147- Boy Scout Troop 147 has been part of the Crafton community for 110 years, just two years shy of when scouting got its start in the
- [McKees Rocks boxer ‘Sonny’ Taylor trains for Olympics](https://westhillsgazette.com/mckees-rocks-boxer-sonny-taylor-trains-for-olympics/) - Boxing Champion Delbert “Sonny” Taylor lands a punch during a recent workout at the 3rd Avenue Gym. -GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY- McKees Rocks boxer Delbert “Sonny” Taylor, 20, has been accepted into the U.S. Air Force Olympic Training Program in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Taylor got the call on June 15 taking him another step closer to competing
- [NorthWest EMS officially takes over duties from Ingram Volunteer EMS](https://westhillsgazette.com/northwest-ems-officially-takes-over-duties-from-ingram-volunteer-ems/) - Because of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and other barriers for volunteers, Ingram is saying goodbye to its volunteer ambulance services and welcoming NorthWest EMS as its sole provider. On July 1, NorthWest EMS became the officially recognized ambulance service provider for Ingram. Before this, Ingram’s volunteer ambulance had been the primary provider for
- [Service changes coming to buses in your area](https://westhillsgazette.com/service-changes-coming-to-buses-in-your-area/) - The Port Authority of Allegheny County has changed its name to Pittsburgh Regional Transit and it’s also made some major changes to service routes near you. Service changes occur quarterly, and were announced June 26. 22-McCoy: Weekday service frequency has been increased to 40 minutes from 53 minutes throughout the day. Saturday service frequency has
- [Over $278K set for traffic signal upgrade on ‘The Island’](https://westhillsgazette.com/over-278k-set-for-traffic-signal-upgrade-on-the-island/) - A state grant totaling $278,058 in funding has been awarded for traffic signal improvements in Neville Township. The grants award will help with upgrades to the traffic signal at Grand Avenue and Gibson Lane on Neville Island. “The investments in these communities will help ensure safety for both drivers and pedestrians,” said State Rep. Anita
- [Sto-Rox to take part in the ‘Just Discipline Project’](https://westhillsgazette.com/sto-rox-to-take-part-in-the-just-discipline-project/) - Sto-Rox Upper Elementary School is taking part in the “Just Discipline Project,” a program designed to avoid the “school-to-prison pipeline.” Research showed how out-of-school suspensions disproportionately affected Black children according to University of Pittsburgh’s Jay Huguley who is the principal investigator for the project. Huguley’s research showed suspensions pushed those children into the criminal justice
- [Police remind residents to always report suspicious activities](https://westhillsgazette.com/police-remind-residents-to-always-report-suspicious-activities/) - Two residents who attended the July 13 Coraopolis Borough meeting to report suspicious activities occurring in their neighborhoods were reminded to always call the police. Resident Jean Lubawy alleges people are using illegal drugs at the neighborhood park near her 1st Avenue home, while George Carr of Chestnut Street described what he called “inaction” on
- [Drug test policy, curriculum, Crafton Elementary upgrades approved](https://westhillsgazette.com/drug-test-policy-curriculum-crafton-elementary-upgrades-approved/) - Carlynton school directors approved a change to the district’s drug testing, external upgrades at Crafton Elementary, new textbooks and educational materials and the hire of three special education teachers July 12. The drug test policy changes are based on recommendations from the Pennsylvania School Board Association. The district will now be able to administer saliva,
- [State budget boosts school funding](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-budget-boosts-school-funding/) - A $1.8 billion increase in school funding passed with Pennsylvania’s budget, July 8. Included in the budget is a $525 million increase for schools overall through the Fair Funding Formula. On average Pennsylvania schools will see funding increase by 8%. Locally, Sto-Rox will see an additional $2.78 million, Carlynton, $456,571; and Cornell $356,334. Sto-Rox Sto-Rox
- [Stowe Police hire, promotion put on hold by commissioners](https://westhillsgazette.com/stowe-police-hire-promotion-put-on-hold-by-commissioners/) - Plans to further expand the staff of the Stowe Township Police Department have been put on hold. At the township’s July 12 meeting, commissioners tabled the promotion of Officer James Duss to Deputy Chief of Police and head of the Civil Service Commission, a part-time police position, and the purchase of software to enhance police
- [Project delayed: AHN Health + Wellness Pavilion](https://westhillsgazette.com/project-delayed-ahn-health-wellness-pavilion/) - Plans for a medical facility at the Pointe at North Fayette Shopping Center are slower going than initially promised. The Allegheny Health Network (AHN) announced construction on the $70 million, 68,000-square-foot medical pavilion at the former Main Event/Latitude 360 building at 200 Quinn Drive in October of 2021. Initially, construction was to be completed in
- [Acting no longer, Wozniak named Borough Manager](https://westhillsgazette.com/acting-no-longer-wozniak-named-borough-manager/) - McKees Rocks has made it official. LeeAnn Wozniak is no longer acting manager, but the borough’s new manager. Her change in title for the secretary/manager role was unanimously approved July 12. Wozniak replaces Ruth Pompey, whose retirement was made official May 24. Pompey joined the borough in October 2016 and had been on long-term leave
- [Adjustments in store for Crafton Boulevard Streetscape project](https://westhillsgazette.com/adjustments-in-store-for-crafton-boulevard-streetscape-project/) - The Crafton Boulevard Streetscape project is getting a few tweaks. On July 14, Crafton officials approved $2,625 worth of changes to the bumpout design located at the corner of Vance Alley and Crafton Boulevard. Another $4,125 in proposed construction changes to the sidewalk in front of the Bradford Court Apartments was discussed at length and
- [Another code enforcement officer resigns](https://westhillsgazette.com/another-code-enforcement-officer-resigns/) - Code Enforcement Officer Nick Leffakis has resigned his role with Stowe Township because of staffing issues and what he calls “over-involvement” from a commissioner. His last day was July 1. Leffakis said he left because he felt he’d been set up for failure. “The efforts that the township were going to put in were not
- [Cornell, Sto-Rox merge proposal for girls basketball is shot down](https://westhillsgazette.com/cornell-sto-rox-merge-proposal-for-girls-basketball-is-shot-down/) - Sto-Rox directors unanimously voted down a proposal from officials at the Cornell district asking to combine the two neighboring school district’s girls’ basketball teams. Cornell Superintendent Aaron Thomas reached out to Sto-Rox Superintendent Megan Van Fossan with the proposal to merge the teams because they were both small, and because his district didn’t want their
- [State budget includes $850M more in education spending](https://westhillsgazette.com/state-budget-includes-850m-more-in-education-spending/) - As mandated by our Pennsylvania Constitution, the annual budget must be approved by June 30 of each year. This year, as far too often happens, it was not approved on time. It is a complicated process and many issues had to be debated. Not only do we have the writing and then the approval of
- [Learning to utilize the lamp to plan next steps, avoid pitfalls](https://westhillsgazette.com/learning-to-utilize-the-lamp-to-plan-next-steps-avoid-pitfalls/) - Twenty-five years ago a missionary from Campus Crusade shared a simple system for helping folks learn to easily get something out of opening up a Bible. Even then, before Twitter and dwindling attention spans, Barna Research Group was finding fewer and fewer Christians were spending much time in the word, and those numbers have continued
- [Focusing on others makes you realize you may not have it that bad](https://westhillsgazette.com/focusing-on-others-makes-you-realize-you-may-not-have-it-that-bad/) - The publisher's husband Ezra Reis and son Silas, both of Kennedy, the night before his life sparing heart surgery. Me. Me. Me. Me. From grandchildren to great grandparents and politicians to taxpayers everyone thinks about how bad things are for themselves and rarely take into account the trials and tribulations of others. Yes, even you.
- [AROUND TOWN – HIGH SCHOOL REUNIONS, MUDDY PRINCESS USA & MORE](https://westhillsgazette.com/around-town-high-school-reunions-muddy-princess-usa-more/) - (Photos)

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- [McKees Rocks PA  ( Next door to KeyBank)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mckees-rocks-pa-next-door-to-keybank/)
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- [The Panhandle Trail](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/the-panhandle-trail/)
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- [Rox Bottoms Hunting & Fishing Club](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/rox-bottoms-hunting-fishing-club/)
- [Borough of McKees Rocks Municipal Building](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/borough-of-mckees-rocks-municipal-building/)
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- [Focus on Renewal Community Resource Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/focus-on-renewal-community-resource-center/)
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- [Doce Bridgeville](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/doce-bridgeville/)
- [The Clearview Pavilion - Moon Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/the-clearview-pavilion-moon-park/)
- [Sto-Rox Primary Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/sto-rox-primary-center-2/)
- [Parkway West Career & Technology Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/parkway-west-career-technology-center/)
- [Bishop Canevin High School](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/bishop-canevin-high-school-2/)
- [Bishop Canevin High School](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/bishop-canevin-high-school/)
- [Avonworth Community Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/avonworth-community-park/)
- [Robin Hill](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/robin-hill/)
- [Carnegie Historical Society](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/carnegie-historical-society/)
- [The Chartiers Room](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/the-chartiers-room/)
- [The Atrium](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/the-atrium/)
- [McKees Rocks Assembly of God](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mckees-rocks-assembly-of-god/)
- [Sto-Rox Jr./Sr. High School - Cafeteria](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/sto-rox-jr-sr-high-school-cafeteria-2/)
- [Sto-Rox Jr./Sr. High School - Cafeteria](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/sto-rox-jr-sr-high-school-cafeteria/)
- [Sto-Rox Primary Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/sto-rox-primary-center/)
- [Sto-Rox Jr./Sr. High School - Cafeteria](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/sto-rox-jr-sr-high-school-cafeteria-3/)
- [507 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks PA (Green space next to Roxian)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/507-chartiers-ave-mckees-rocks-pa-green-space-next-to-roxian/)
- [Parkway Cinema](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/parkway-cinema/)
- [507 Chartiers Ave (Grassy Lot next to Roxian Theater)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/507-chartiers-ave-grassy-lot-next-to-roxian-theater/)
- [Mickey's Place](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mickeys-place-3/)
- [McDonald's Way Greenspace](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mrcdc-old-mcdonalds-lot/)
- [Bottom of steps to the Commercial Area in Pennsbury](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/bottom-of-steps-to-the-commercial-area-in-pennsbury/)
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- [Holy Ghost School Gym](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/holy-ghost-school-gym/)
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- [Weirauch Hall, below St. Malachy Church](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/weirauch-hall-below-st-malachy-church/)
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- [Castle Consortia Parking Lot](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/castle-consortia-parking-lot/)
- [Kennedy Township VFD Station 181 Banquet Hall](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/kennedy-township-vfd-station-181-banquet-hall/)
- [Roselea Farm](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/roselea-farm/)
- [Kingfly Spirits](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/kingfly-spirits/)
- [PMA Tattoo](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/pma-tattoo/)
- [Focus On Renewal's - Father Ryan's Art Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/focus-on-renewals-father-ryans-art-center/)
- [Peace Walk Line Up](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/peace-walk-line-up/)
- [Pittsburgh Community Science Workshop](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/pittsburgh-community-science-workshop/)
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- [Lo Places Social Club](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/lo-places-social-club/)
- [Montour High School  Athletic Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/montour-high-school-athletic-center/)
- [Omni William Penn Hotel](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/omni-william-penn-hotel/)
- [Wild Things Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/wild-things-park/)
- [Carnegie Borough Building](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/carnegie-borough-building/)
- [JD's Joint](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/jds-joint/)
- [Kennedy Township Volunteer Banquet Hall](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/kennedy-township-volunteer-banquet-hall/)
- [Dick's Sporting Goods](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/dicks-sporting-goods/)
- [Clever Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/clever-park/)
- [Fairhaven Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/fairhaven-park-2/)
- [Weiruach Hall, Below St. Malachy Church](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/weiruach-hall-below-st-malachy-church/)
- [Carnegie Fraternal Order of Eagles 1134](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/carnegie-fraternal-order-of-eagles-1134/)
- [Mullaney's Harp and Fiddle](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mullaneys-harp-and-fiddle/)
- [McDonald's Lot by the Roxian](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mcdonalds-lot-by-the-roxian/)
- [The Castle Consortia](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/__trashed/)
- [Railroad Street Area](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/railroad-street-area/)
- [St. Malachy Cafeteria](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/st-malachy-cafeteria/)
- [Mickey's Place](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mickeys-place/)
- [Pittsburgh Winery](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/pittsburgh-winery/)
- [St. Malachy Campus](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/st-malachy-campus/)
- [Green Space next to The Roxian Theatre](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/green-space-next-to-the-roxian-theatre/)
- [Burkett Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/burkett-park/)
- [Bosetti Landscape Company](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/bosetti-landscape-company/) - West Hills Gazette Sponsor: Bosetti Landscape Company
- [Montour High School Stadium](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/montour-high-school-stadium/)
- [Spirit Lodge](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/spirit-lodge/)
- [Municipal Lot](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mckees-rocks/)
- [Tap Club](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/tap-club/)
- [Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/express-employment-professionals-pittsburgh-west/)
- [Mural at trestle area at Chartiers & Island Avenues](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mural-at-trestle-area-at-chartiers-island-avenues/)
- [Kennedy Township VFD Station 181](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/kennedy-township-vfd-station-181/)
- [Rangers Field](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/rangers-field/)
- [Crafton Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/crafton-park/)
- [Sto-Rox Jr/Sr High School](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/sto-rox-jr-sr-high-school/)
- [Mad Mex Robinson](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mad-mex-robinson/)
- [Walnut Grill - Robinson](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/walnut-grill/)
- [Mckees Rocks VFW Post 418](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mckees-rocks-vfw-post-418/)
- [Fairhaven Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/fairhaven-park/)
- [The Castle Consortia](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/the-castle-consortia/)
- [David E. Williams Middle School](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/david-e-williams-middle-school-2/)
- [David E. Williams Middle School](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/david-e-williams-middle-school/)
- [Mickey's Place](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mickeys-place-2/)
- [MRCDC / McDonalds Lot,](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/mrcdc-mcdonalds-lot/)
- [FOR's Father Ryan Arts Center and surrounding locations](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/fors-father-ryan-arts-center-and-surrounding-locations/)
- [Montour High School Auditorium](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/montour-high-school-auditorium-3/)
- [Four Twelve Project](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/four-twelve-project/)
- [Hope Grows](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/hope-grows/)
- [Kennedy Twp VFD Banquet Hall](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/kennedy-twp-vfd-banquet-hall/)
- [Kennedy Township VFD Station 181  1796 Pine Hollow Road McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/kennedy-township-vfd-station-181-1796-pine-hollow-road-mckees-rocks/)
- [Cafe 412 Events](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/cafe-412-events/)
- [Goodwill Moon Township Superstore](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/goodwill-moon-township-superstore/)
- [Moon Area High School](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/locations/moon-area-high-school/)

## Events

- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-13/) - HIRING EVENT - Walk-In Interviews Thursday, July 2 | 9:30AM-3:00PM Looking for work before the holiday weekend? Take the first step toward your next opportunity by stopping in for Walk-In Interviews with Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West. Whether you're looking for a new opportunity, returning to the workforce, or ready for a fresh start, our recruiters
- [Sto-Rox School Board Agenda Legislative Voting Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-agenda-legislative-voting-meeting-4/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Agenda Legislative Voting Meeting. These meetings are open to the public, who are welcome to attend in person or virtually using the details below. Link to virtual Meeting: CLICK HERE (‪US‬) +1 541-897-2566‪‬ PIN: ‪850 345 648#‬ DISCLAIMER: Video Recording Notice:By accessing this website and clicking
- [Sto-Rox School Board Agenda Review Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-agenda-review-meeting-3/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Agenda Review Meeting. These meetings are open to the public who are welcome to attend in person or virtually using the details below. Link to virtual Meeting: CLICK HERE (‪US‬) +1 402-713-0359‪ PIN: ‪604 967 415#‬ DISCLAIMER: Video Recording Notice:By accessing this website and clicking the
- [Sto-Rox School Board Combined Agenda Review & Legislative Voting Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-combined-agenda-review-legislative-voting-meeting-3/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Combined Agenda Review and Legislative Voting Meeting. These meetings are open to the public who are welcome to attend in person or virtually using the details below. This month's meeting will take place at the Meyers Ridge Community Center. Link to virtual Meeting: CLICK HERE (‪US‬)
- [Title I Meeting for Stakeholders](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/title-i-meeting-for-stakeholders/) - Sto-Rox School District invites families, staff, students, and community members to attend a Title I Stakeholder Meeting on Tuesday, June 23, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. in the Superintendent’s Office at the Sto-Rox Jr./Sr. High School (enter through Door 1). This is an opportunity to share feedback and help guide decisions about Title I
- [McKees Rocks Historical Society Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-historical-society-meeting-2/) - Join us for our June meeting. Everyone Welcome Presentation : Rotary - What's it all about?
- [Cheers to the Robinson Library](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/cheers-to-the-robinson-library/) - Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. There will be live music, food, baskets, and more! This is a 21+ event.
- [Cozy Place](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/cozy-place-3/) - HELLO, Sara Eve here, I am SO LOOKING FORWARD to the next edition of Cozy Place. Our pal Dev has done a lovely job of bringing a calm, supportive and informative environment every month. Last month we sculpted lil animals and flowers with air dry clay. While talking I got to learn different coping skills
- [Sto-Rox Back to School](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-back-to-school/) - Back to School Event Fun activities for kids FREE food and drinks Resource & Vendor tables FREE haircuts for kids FREE nail care for kids
- [Game Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/game-night-3/) - Its a myth and folklore themed game night. Stop in from 7-11 on Saturday June 20th for a drop in D&D game or see what the master of games has planned for this fun themed evening. BYOB
- [Game Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/game-night-4/) - Fast, fun challenges, big laughs and great memories! Stop in from 7-11 on Saturday July 18th for a drop in D&D game or see what the master of games has planned for this fun themed evening. BYOB
- [2nd Friday's](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/2nd-fridays/) - Join us the second Friday in June, the 12th with extended gallery hours from 1-8 pm and Karaoke from 8-11. This is a great opportunity to see the gallery if you cant make it during the week and see the amazing works done by local artists. And participate in the fun from 8-11 and show
- [PMA Flash FRIDAYS](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/pma-flash-fridays-4/) - We truly look forward to and count down the days until FLASH DAY with yinz. It is such a lovely day of saying hello and making tats… and snacks of course. This month’s flash theme of course is PRIDE; We all know Pride is all year round yinz! ! WE are excited to tattoo pre
- [15136 Business Mixer - July 23](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/15136-business-mixer-july-23/) - The 15136 Business Mixer is a recurring, hyper-local networking event for professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders in the McKees Rocks (15136) and greater West Hills area. Hosted by the McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation (MRCDC), these mixers are designed to connect local businesses, promote neighborhood revitalization, and create opportunities for collaboration. MRCDC hosts these quarterly gatherings at local
- [Welcome To The Table Project 3rd Annual Car Cruise](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/welcome-to-the-table-project-3rd-annual-car-cruise/) - Cars for a Cause! Join us for Welcome To The Table Project's 3rd Annual Car Cruise at the McKees Rocks VFW on Sunday, June 7 from 3pm to 7pm. There will cars and camaraderie, raffle baskets, 50/50 drawing, and some yet-to-be famous Welcome To The Table Project munchies! Want to register a car? Registration is
- [WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS EVERY THURSDAY – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/weekly-walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-express-pittsburgh-west-4/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS EVERY THURSDAY AT EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Summer is moving fast — and now is a great time to take the next step toward a new opportunity. Join us every Thursday for walk-in interviews at Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West and connect with recruiters who are ready to help you explore available positions
- [Cornerstone Care "Choose Play Every Day!" Celebrate International Day of Play](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/cornerstone-care-choose-play-every-day-celebrate-international-day-of-play/) - Choose Play Every Day Event! Join us on the International Day of Play in McKees Rocks for a day of fun, activities, and family time! Thursday, June 11th710 Thompson Avenue, McKees Rocks Why: Because healthy habits start with play! Enjoy games, activities, and snacks for kids. First 100 kids will receive a play
- [WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS EVERY THURSDAY – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/weekly-walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-express-pittsburgh-west-3/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS EVERY THURSDAY AT EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Summer schedules may shift, but companies throughout the Pittsburgh region still need dependable people to help keep operations moving safely and efficiently. If you’re searching for work this summer, stop by one of our weekly walk-in interview events every Thursday at Express Pittsburgh West. Our recruiting
- [WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS EVERY THURSDAY – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/weekly-walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-express-pittsburgh-west-2/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS EVERY THURSDAY AT EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST In recognition of National Forklift Safety Day on June 9, Express Pittsburgh West is highlighting forklift operator opportunities and workplace safety awareness throughout the month of June. Join us this Thursday, June 9 for walk-in interviews and learn about current openings in: Forklift Operation Warehouse &
- [WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS EVERY THURSDAY – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/weekly-walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-express-pittsburgh-west/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS EVERY THURSDAY AT EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST June is National Safety Month — a reminder that strong workplaces start with safe teams, proper training, and people who care. If you’re looking for work or ready to explore a safer, stronger career opportunity this summer, join us Thursday, June 4 between 9:30AM - 3:00PM
- [Rox Lab ( science workshop)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/rox-lab-science-workshop/) - Every Tuesday all families are welcomed to make memories. Have a fun experience from 4 PM to 6 PM.
- [2nd Annual Rick Sallis 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/2nd-annual-rick-sallis-3-on-3-basketball-tournament/) - Join the Holiness Church of Christ Deliverance Center (HCCDC), Industry, PA for our 2nd annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament, held in loving memory of the late Rick Sallis. Rick’s love for basketball and his dedication to our church family has made a lasting impact that we hope to honor.This is a half court double elimination basketball
- [Irish Heritage Night 2026](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/irish-heritage-night-2026/) - Join us this Wednesday, May 27, 6:40 pm, as the Pirates host the Cubs, for a special celebration of Irish Heritage Day 2026, where a portion of Irish Heritage ticket sales will support our ongoing Riley’s Pour House rebuild efforts. We're making progress and groundbreaking is just around the corner. Hope to see you there.
- [Cats N Tats](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/cats-n-tats/) - We are teaming up with Oakland TNR Coalition to raise awareness and funds for. Sara Eve, Terrell, Donovan & Nick will be making cat themed flash from noon-8pm. 30% or more of proceeds go to @Oakland TNR Coalition, serving across Allegheny County in efforts to reduce the cat overpopulation through foster-based rescue and proper cat
- [Creative Hive](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/creative-hive/) - The Creative Hive is a free community-building event designed to provide a friendly and casual space for artists, creatives, art educators, culture bearers, and arts administrators to establish and foster professional relationships. Drinks and snacks are on us! https://www.pittsburghartscouncil.org/events/creative-hive-may-2026
- [McDonald's Fundraiser for Cub Scouts Pack 848](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mcdonalds-fundraiser-for-cub-scouts-pack-848/) - The McDonald’s in Crafton located on Steubenville Pike will be holding a fundraiser to support Cub Scouts Pack 848. The event will be held on Thursday, May 21, from 4pm-7pm. During the fundraiser, 10 percent of all product sales and 20 percent of all mobile app sales will go to the local Cub Scouts program.
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 421 Chartiers Ave. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Veteran Memorial Bike Tour](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/veteran-memorial-bike-tour/) - REGISTER 22 miles there and back again (You can turn around early). Come join us. Snacks along the trailer and at the turnaround point. We will be replacing flags at the memorial. Please register so we can get a good headcount! #bikes #trails
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-express-pittsburgh-west/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-12/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-11/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-10/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [May Community Game Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/may-community-game-night/) - Grounded Games & Natural Connections: Gather. Play. Return. In a world that moves fast, we invite you to slow down. Our Community Game Night isn’t about high-stakes competition—it’s about the simple joy of shared space. We are focusing on community-centered games and collaborative building that foster easy conversation and genuine connection. Whether you’re here to
- [Illuminate Gallery Opening Reception](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/illuminate-gallery-opening-reception/) - A Celebration of Local Art & Community Experience the glow of local creativity at the grand opening of “Illuminate.” Join us on Saturday, May 9, for an afternoon dedicated to the vibrant spirit of our local arts scene. The Realm is proud to feature over 30 incredible local artists, showcasing a diverse range of styles and mediums
- [Second Fridays! May](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/second-fridays-may/) - Art, Music, and Making We believe Fridays are for community. This month, we’re celebrating local talent and local business with a day into night full of activities. Grab dinner from the Affordable Elegance International Cafe Food truck, preview the Illuminate fine art gallery and exhibition, and then settle in at the crochet table to learn a new skill. We’ll be
- [Cozy Place](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/cozy-place-2/) - HELLO, Sara Eve here, I am SO LOOKING FORWARD to the next edition of Cozy Place. Our pal Dev has done a lovely job of bringing a calm, supportive and informative environment every month. Last month we colored and chatted. While talking I got to learn about the amazing people around me and learn valuable
- [PMA Flash Friday](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/pma-flash-friday/) - This month’s flash theme all things SPRINGTIME; flowers, critters, bugs, plants at a FRIENDLY LOCAL tattoo shop NEAR YOU! WE are excited to tattoo pre made tattoo flash designs on you as a appointment, walk ins are available first come first serve. WE WILL ALSO HAVE A LIMITED QUANTITY OF SEEDS, POTS, ETC. FREE GARDEN
- [Virtual Program Information Session](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/virtual-program-information-session/) - Learn about our new virtual learning program, in partnership with Seneca Valley, launching in the 2026-2027 school year. Flexible K-12 online learning with access to Sto-Rox academics, activities, and supports. To Join the Meeting: CLICK HERE Or Call in at (‪US‬) +1 240-380-3798‪ PIN: 545 626 668#‬ DISCLAIMER: Video Recording Notice: By accessing this website
- [Sto-Rox School Board Combined Agenda Review & Legislative Voting Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-combined-agenda-review-legislative-voting-meeting/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Combined Agenda Review and Legislative Voting Meeting. These meetings are open to the public and are welcome to attend in person or virtually using the details below. Link to virtual Meeting: CLICK HERE (‪US‬) +1 305-912-8017‪ PIN: 768 494 937#‬ DISCLAIMER: Video Recording Notice:By accessing this
- [Corn Hole Tournament](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/corn-hole-tournament/)
- [Rox for all community day parade](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/rox-for-all-community-day-parade/)
- [Charter & Cyber Family Feedback Session](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/charter-cyber-family-feedback-session/) - Families are invited to attend and share why they've chosen cyber or charter options and provide feedback on how we can better support students and improve our programs.
- [Sto-Rox School Board Agenda Legislative Voting Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-agenda-legislative-voting-meeting-3/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Agenda Legislative Voting Meeting. These meetings are open to the public and are welcome to attend in person or virtually using the details below. Virtual Meeting Link: CLICK HERE Phone Access: ‪+1 585-491-9420 PIN: ‪‪904 834 811#‬ Video Recording Notice: By accessing this website and participating in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-8/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [McKees Rocks Borough Police K9 Designer Purse Bingo Fundraiser](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-borough-police-k9-designer-purse-bingo-fundraiser/) - Designer Purse Bingo!All proceeds benefit the McKees Rocks K9 Fund Location: McKees Rocks Borough Building 2nd floor Council Chambers340 Bell Avenue McKees Rocks, Pa 15136 Doors Open 12:00 pm - Games Begin 1:30 pm $30 Admission includes bingo cards packet for 12 regular games, door prize raffle ticket, and light refreshments Specials and Jackpot Sold
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-9/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [Weekly Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/weekly-walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-2/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [Shrek The Musical](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/shrek-the-musical-4/) - Get ready to go on a journey filled with humor and adventure as our Moon Area High School performing arts students bring the beloved story of Shrek The Musical to life on stage April 16–19! Shrek The Musical April 16–18 at 7 p.m. April 19 at 2 p.m. Moon Area High School Auditorium Based on the Oscar‑winning DreamWorks Animation
- [Shrek The Musical](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/shrek-the-musical-3/) - Get ready to go on a journey filled with humor and adventure as our Moon Area High School performing arts students bring the beloved story of Shrek The Musical to life on stage April 16–19! Shrek The Musical April 16–18 at 7 p.m. April 19 at 2 p.m. Moon Area High School Auditorium Based on the Oscar‑winning DreamWorks Animation
- [Shrek The Musical](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/shrek-the-musical-2/) - Get ready to go on a journey filled with humor and adventure as our Moon Area High School performing arts students bring the beloved story of Shrek The Musical to life on stage April 16–19! Shrek The Musical April 16–18 at 7 p.m. April 19 at 2 p.m. Moon Area High School Auditorium Based on the Oscar‑winning DreamWorks Animation
- [Shrek The Musical](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/shrek-the-musical/) - Get ready to go on a journey filled with humor and adventure as our Moon Area High School performing arts students bring the beloved story of Shrek The Musical to life on stage April 16–19! Shrek The Musical April 16–18 at 7 p.m. April 19 at 2 p.m. Moon Area High School Auditorium Based on the
- [Community Game Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/community-game-night-2/) - Dust off those high scores and get your #GameFace on! This month, we’re taking a trip back in time for a #RetroRewind themed #GameNight. We’re celebrating all things vintage! Expect #RetroVibes! 18+ Entry/21+ BYOB$5 suggested donation (helps us keep the lights on!) #CommunityGameNight #RealmCommunityEngagementGroup #CastleConsortia
- [Earth Day Community Clean Up](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/earth-day-community-clean-up/)
- [Second Fridays & Meditative Art](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/second-fridays-meditative-art/) - Art After Hours: The Neighborhood Takeover. One block. Six events. Zero excuses. See you at April's Second Friday!
- [Cozy Place](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/cozy-place/) - Our beautiful community partner, client and pal, Dev, has offered to hold space for folx here PMA Tattoo during such hectic and trying times. We thank them for facilitating this opportunity to pause, breathe and learn coping skills. Light refreshments and beverages will be present, this is a free event. We are so grateful for
- [PMA Flash Fridays](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/pma-flash-fridays-3/) - This month’s flash theme is Literature; books, poems and literary characters we love. As usual, tattoo flash designs are roughly $60-250. Arms and legs only (unless you check ahead with your artist). Flash library is open game, or designs from this month’s sheets. Walk-ins also available first come first serve. Artist specific prebooking links are
- [Kindergarten Registration, Screening, and Signing Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/kindergarten-registration-screening-and-signing-day-2/) - Families are invited to register their incoming kindergarten student during our Registration, Screening, and Signing Day event at Sto-Rox Primary Center. Please bring your child with you to the event. Those attending should enter through Door 13. Children registering for the 2026–2027 school year must be five (5) years old by September 1, 2026. Required Documents: Completed registration
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-7/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [15136 Business Mixer](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/15136-business-mixer-3/) - 15136 Business Mixer — April 16, 2026 Come connect with fellow business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals at the 15136 Business Mixer, hosted by the McKees Rocks Community Development Corp.! Whether you're looking to grow your network, find new opportunities, or simply meet the faces behind the businesses in our community — this is the place
- [Sto-Rox School Board Agenda Review Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-agenda-review-meeting-4/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Agenda Review Meeting. These meetings are open to the public and are welcome to attend in person or virtually using the details below. Virtual Meeting Link: CLICK HERE Phone Access: +1 402-781-0639 PIN: 358 943 222# Video Recording Notice: By accessing this website and participating in the
- [Restore 22 Zero K Race to Nowhere](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/restore-22-zero-k-race-to-nowhere/) - URGENT: Athletes Needed (Zero Experience Required) Have you been avoiding 5Ks your entire life?Do you strongly believe running is … unnecessary?Do you excel at standing in one place? Perfect! You’re exactly who we’re looking for. The Restore 22 Zero K Race to Nowhere is the only race where absolutely nothing happens … and that’s the whole point. Join
- [OPEN HOUSE: 'In the House with McKeesRocksCDC'](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/open-house-in-the-house-with-mckeesrockscdc/) - Get a Taste of What's Coming to McKees Rocks! We're thrilled to announce that Milanes Cuban Corner will be catering "In the House With MRCDC" — and this is your chance to experience their food before they officially open on March 21st! Be among the first to taste what's coming to our neighborhood. Come on
- [19th Annual Carnegie Volunteer Fire & Rescue Bureau 5k Run/Walk](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/19th-annual-carnegie-volunteer-fire-rescue-bureau-5k-run-walk-2/) - The CVFRB 5k is family and pet friendly and on a flat course through downtown Carnegie. This event is the biggest fundraiser of the year for our volunteer fire department, so show your appreciation for their service by signing up.
- [Blood Cancer United Fundraising Event](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/blood-cancer-united-fundraising-event/) - Tacos, Tequila, & Fighting Cancer?! As a nominee for the visionaries of the year campaign, with Blood Cancer United. I am hosting this great fundraising event to help fight blood cancer. It is going to be an awesome night for an even better cause! Come hang out with us and help make an impact! If
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-4/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [Community Game Night - March](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/community-game-night-march/) - DOCTOR’S ORDERS: Play More Games! The results are in, and the “doctor” has a new prescription for you! We’re moving our March Game Night to a NEW Night to make sure everyone can get their prescribed dose of fun. The Prescription: More Players – More Games – Saturday Night Energy Treatment Plan: Take two dice and call us when you
- [Second Fridays - March](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/second-fridays-march/) - Join us at the Castle Consortia for Second Friday’s starting this Friday the 13th! Rise Art Gallery and Exhibition Extended Hours: 1-6PM Open to the Public Food Truck! Affordable Elegance International Cafe: 6-8PM Paint and Sip! 6-8PM (Reservations Required!) Local Business Collaboration with PMA Tatoo: Flash Event 1-8PM Abjuration Brewing: Grab ‘n’ Go 5-10PM Parkway Theater and
- [Plant Giveaway - Moon Township Garden Club](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/plant-giveaway-moon-township-garden-club/) - Join us for this FREE event. The first 75 families will receive several native seedlings grown by club members. To participate in the concurrent plant exchange: bring one or more potted, labeled plant(s) from your garden or home to donate and in exchange you may choose another plant(s) to take home and grow in your
- [Garden Party! - Moon Township Garden Club](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/garden-party-moon-township-garden-club/) - Special Guided Tour of the Garden Learn about the diverse variety of plants and how to care for them There is so much to see. Some of the unique features are, an iris garden, flowering climbing vines, blooming bulbs, a wide variety of perennial and shrubbery. There is a shade garden, peony and dahlia garden,
- [On the Town](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/on-the-town-4/) - Montour Theatre Productions presents On the Town, April 16-19, 2026 at the Montour High School Auditorium. The high-energy musical follows three sailors--Gabey (Aiden Valdisera), Chip (Wyatt Bucek), and Ozzie (Jack Bingham)--who arrive in 1940s New York City for a 24-hour shore leave, determined to make every minute count. When Gabey falls for a subway poster of "Miss
- [On the Town](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/on-the-town-3/) - Montour Theatre Productions presents On the Town, April 16-19, 2026 at the Montour High School Auditorium. The high-energy musical follows three sailors--Gabey (Aiden Valdisera), Chip (Wyatt Bucek), and Ozzie (Jack Bingham)--who arrive in 1940s New York City for a 24-hour shore leave, determined to make every minute count. When Gabey falls for a subway poster of "Miss
- [On the Town](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/on-the-town-2/) - Montour Theatre Productions presents On the Town, April 16-19, 2026 at the Montour High School Auditorium. The high-energy musical follows three sailors--Gabey (Aiden Valdisera), Chip (Wyatt Bucek), and Ozzie (Jack Bingham)--who arrive in 1940s New York City for a 24-hour shore leave, determined to make every minute count. When Gabey falls for a subway poster of "Miss
- [On the Town](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/on-the-town/) - Montour Theatre Productions presents On the Town, April 16-19, 2026 at the Montour High School Auditorium. The high-energy musical follows three sailors--Gabey (Aiden Valdisera), Chip (Wyatt Bucek), and Ozzie (Jack Bingham)--who arrive in 1940s New York City for a 24-hour shore leave, determined to make every minute count. When Gabey falls for a subway poster of "Miss
- [Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser - VFW Post 418 - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/spaghetti-dinner-fundraiser-vfw-post-418-mckees-rocks/) - Join us for a delicious Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser! Come gather around the table for a hearty meal, great company, and a wonderful cause. Enjoy a classic spaghetti dinner with all the fixings while making a real difference in our community. Sunday, March 29 1 to 6 p.m. VFW Post 418, 1242 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks
- [PMA FLASH FRIDAYS](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/pma-flash-fridays/) - This month’s flash theme is Luck of The Draw - Friday the 13th. As usual, tattoo flash designs are roughly $75-120. Arms and legs only (unless you check ahead with your artist). Flash library is open game, or designs from this month’s sheets. Walk-ins also available first come first serve. Artist specific prebooking links are
- [How Not to Get Scammed Online](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/how-not-to-get-scammed-online/) - Don’t let a scammer be your most expensive mistake this year‼ Scams are getting more sophisticated every day - If you’ve ever felt a little unsure online then this event is for you! Where: The Castle Consortia 700 Woodward Ave, McKees Rocks, PA 15136 When: Thur 5 March 6PM Free to the Public! Protect your
- [Bishop Canevin Junior Crusettes/Summer Band Camp](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/bishop-canevin-junior-crusettes-summer-band-camp/) - JULY 15, 16, 17 3:00pm - 6:00pm Rising 4th - 8th Graders $75 per child* *Price includes T-shirt and performing at Canevin’s grade school night football game AND Washington Wild Things baseball game Crusettes learn basics such as marching, kick line and signature dance moves. Performance for parents on the last night of camp! Band
- [Bishop Canevin Summer Camp](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/bishop-canevin-summer-camp/) - JUNE 15 -19 | 9:00am - 3:00pm Ages 10-14 $200 Bring your own lunch - Snacks and drinks will be provided! • Drones (Price includes DIY drone kit) • Outdoor fun • Formation lesson • Make commercials in our TV studio • Creative writing • Visit the Carnegie Historical Society and Service Project • Crafts
- [Sto-Rox School Board Agenda Legislative Voting Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-agenda-legislative-voting-meeting-2/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Agenda Legislative Voting Meeting. These meetings are open to the public and are welcome to attend in person or virtually using the details below. Virtual Meeting Link: CLICK HERE Phone Access: ‪+1 417-616-3825 PIN: ‪‪328 288 623 Video Recording Notice: By accessing this website and participating in
- [Sto-Rox School Board Agenda Review Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-agenda-review-meeting-2/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Agenda Review Meeting. These meetings are open to the public and are welcome to attend in person or virtually using the details below. Virtual Meeting Link: CLICK HERE Phone Access: ‪+1 443-877-5530 PIN: ‪973 910 975 Video Recording Notice: By accessing this website and participating in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-6/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-5/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-3/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-2/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West - Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west/) - WEEKLY WALK-IN INTERVIEWS – EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new career path? Job seekers are invited to our Express Robinson Township office every Thursday for weekly walk-in interview events from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Meet one-on-one with our experienced, 5-star rated recruiters and learn about current openings in:
- [Casting Call: Much Ado Aboard the Titanic](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/casting-call-much-ado-aboard-the-titanic-2/) - CASTING CALL! For our in-house one-act dinner theater event that links the industrial ties between the Titanic and the Steel Kings of Pittsburgh.
- [Casting Call: Much Ado Aboard the Titanic](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/casting-call-much-ado-aboard-the-titanic/) - CASTING CALL! For our in-house one-act dinner theater event that links the industrial ties between the Titanic and the Steel Kings of Pittsburgh.
- [Community Game Night - February](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/february-community-game-night/) - Find love, or just someone to blame. Join us for Feburary's game night dedicated to the messy side of humanity. We’re celebrating dating fails, emotional sabotage, and the absolute collapse of teamwork. Whether you're looking for a soulmate or a scapegoat, we’ve got a seat for you. Theme: Love & Other Human Malfunctions When: Feb
- [Archangel Gabriel Parish Fish Fry](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/archangel-gabriel-parish-fish-fry-5/) - Archangel Gabriel Parish invites you to our annual Fish Fry on Fridays during Lent (February 20 - March 27). Call 412-771-0848 to order. Phones open at 10:00 AM for take out or eat in from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Menu available at https://archangelgabrielparish.org/fishfry.
- [Archangel Gabriel Parish Fish Fry](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/archangel-gabriel-parish-fish-fry-4/) - Archangel Gabriel Parish invites you to our annual Fish Fry on Fridays during Lent (February 20 - March 27). Call 412-771-0848 to order. Phones open at 10:00 AM for take out or eat in from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Menu available at https://archangelgabrielparish.org/fishfry.
- [Archangel Gabriel Parish Fish Fry](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/archangel-gabriel-parish-fish-fry-3/) - Archangel Gabriel Parish invites you to our annual Fish Fry on Fridays during Lent (February 20 - March 27). Call 412-771-0848 to order. Phones open at 10:00 AM for take out or eat in from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Menu available at https://archangelgabrielparish.org/fishfry.
- [Archangel Gabriel Parish Fish Fry](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/archangel-gabriel-parish-fish-fry-2/) - Archangel Gabriel Parish invites you to our annual Fish Fry on Fridays during Lent (February 20 - March 27). Call 412-771-0848 to order. Phones open at 10:00 AM for take out or eat in from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Menu available at https://archangelgabrielparish.org/fishfry.
- [Archangel Gabriel Parish Fish Fry](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/archangel-gabriel-parish-fish-fry/) - Archangel Gabriel Parish invites you to our annual Fish Fry on Fridays during Lent (February 20 - March 27). Call 412-771-0848 to order. Phones open at 10:00 AM for take out or eat in from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Menu available at https://archangelgabrielparish.org/fishfry.
- [Rise Art Gallery Opening Reception: A Valentines' Gala](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/rise-art-gallery-opening-reception-a-valentines-gala/) - Join us for an afternoon featuring: 30+ local artists, 150+ pieces of art, small bites by Affordable Elegance catering, live violin music. Entry is free to the public.
- [10th Annual Brewhaha](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/10th-annual-brewhaha/) - Hollow Oak is thrilled to announce the 10th annual Brewhaha on Saturday, March 28th, 6–9:30 PM, at the Mayernik Center at Avonworth Community Park! This year’s Brewhaha is a must-attend event for lovers of craft beer, fine wine, and gourmet food. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening! The 10th Annual Brewhaha is Pittsburgh’s premier event celebrating
- [Love at First Design: A Class in Canva & Calendar Basics](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/love-at-first-design-a-class-in-canva-calendar-basics/) - Get ready to create cute designs and master the community events calendar in this fun, hands-on class! Welcome to Love At First Design: A Class in Canva & Calendar Basics! Join us on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 6 p.m. for a fun and interactive session. Learn how to create eye-catching designs using Canva and master the
- [Sto-Rox School Board Combined Agenda Review & Legislative Voting Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-combined-agenda-review-legislative-voting-meeting-2/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Combined Agenda Review and Legislative Voting Meeting. These meetings are open to the public and are welcome to attend in person or virtually using the details below. Virtual Meeting Link: CLICK HERE Phone Access: ‪+1 413-438-2583 PIN: ‪557 566 612 Video Recording Notice: By accessing this
- [PMA Tattoo Flash Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/pma-tattoo-flash-day-2/) - This month’s flash theme is Friday the 13th-Valentine's Day. As usual, tattoo flash designs are roughly $60-250. Arms and legs only (unless you check ahead with your artist). Flash library is open game, or designs from this month’s sheets. Walk-ins also available first come first serve. Artist specific prebooking links are available via our email list,
- [Nature Themed Board Game Night!](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/nature-themed-board-game-night/) - Elevate your usual game night experience with an ecological twist. Join us for a relaxing evening designed to help you unwind, connect with others, and play engaging, nature-focused games. A variety of games, snacks, and drinks will be provided. We will provide a diverse selection of games, and don’t worry about deciphering complex rulebooks; We’ll have
- [Book Club Meet Up](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/book-club-meet-up/) - You’re invited to the next Hollow Oak Book Club gathering! Join us at Robin Hill as we dive into “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer. As a botanist and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Kimmerer beautifully weaves together scientific expertise, Indigenous wisdom, and personal narrative to explore our relationship with the natural world through themes
- [2026 Annual McKees Rocks April Fool's Parade & Celebration](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/2026-annual-mckees-rocks-april-fools-parade-celebration/) - SAVE THE DATE – Come help usher Spring into the Rocks through our annual celebration of what really makes McKees Rocks shine: our people! Watch the wackiest parade ever (this year we will have “floats”!), live music, beer, food trucks, Easter Egg hunt for the kids and lots of fun for the whole community. This event
- [Petition Signing Party](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/petition-signing-party-2/) - ** Attention Local Republicans ** Help Get Rocco Cozza on the ballot. Join us for our Petition signing party! Complimentary light fare and refreshments will be available. For more information on Rocco or to join the team go to CozzaForPA.com -
- [Petition Signing Party](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/petition-signing-party/) - ** Attention Local Republicans ** Help Get Rocco Cozza on the ballot. Join us for our Petition signing party! Complimentary light fare and refreshments will be available. For more information on Rocco or to join the team go to CozzaForPA.com -
- [Easter Sunday Service](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/easter-sunday-service/)
- [Halloween at MRAG](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/halloween-at-mrag/) - Come join us for free candy and free snacks!
- [Easter Egg Hunt](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/easter-egg-hunt/)
- [Oil and Gas Rights Coffee Shop Meeting: Prospect, PA](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/oil-and-gas-rights-coffee-shop-meeting-prospect-pa/) - POGLA, the Pennsylvania Oil and Gas Landowner Alliance, will be hosting an Oil and Gas Rights Coffee Shop Meeting on Thursday Jan. 22, 2026 at 6:00PM, doors open at 5:30, in Butler County at The Atrium, 1031 New Castle Road, Prospect, PA. This event is free to attend. Registration is required, online at pogla.org/events, by
- [McKees Rocks Historical Society Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-historical-society-meeting/) - The speaker for our January meeting will be Sara Eve. Everyone is welcome!
- [Denise Zellous Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/denise-zellous-day/) - https://www.zelloushope.com/event-lis Denise Zellous Day April 23, 2026, 3:00 – 5:00 PM 1242 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks, PA 15136, USA This special gathering will include a tribute to Denise Zellous, the reading of the City of Pittsburgh proclamation, reflections from community members, and the recognition of a distinguished community member whose service reflects Denise’s legacy.
- [Weekly Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/weekly-walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-4/) - WEEKLY HIRING EVENT AT EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new opportunity? Express Pittsburgh West hosts weekly walk-in interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our Robinson Township office. Meet one-on-one with our friendly, 5-star rated recruiters and learn about current openings in Office Services, Light Industrial, and Skilled Trades. Opportunities
- [Weekly Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/weekly-walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-3/) - WEEKLY HIRING EVENT AT EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new opportunity? Express Pittsburgh West hosts weekly walk-in interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our Robinson Township office. Meet one-on-one with our friendly, 5-star rated recruiters and learn about current openings in Office Services, Light Industrial, and Skilled Trades. Opportunities
- [Weekly Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/weekly-walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west/) - WEEKLY HIRING EVENT AT EXPRESS PITTSBURGH WEST Looking for work or ready to explore a new opportunity? Express Pittsburgh West hosts weekly walk-in interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our Robinson Township office. Meet one-on-one with our friendly, 5-star rated recruiters and learn about current openings in Office Services, Light Industrial, and Skilled Trades. Opportunities
- [Community Game Night - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/community-game-night-mckees-rocks/) - Less "New Year, New Me," more "New Year, New High Score." Shake off the January chill and join us for our first Community Game Night of 2026. Whether you’re a strategy mastermind or just here for the snacks, there’s a seat at the table for you! Come for the games, stay for the laughs and
- [Kindergarten Registration, Screening, and Signing Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/kindergarten-registration-screening-and-signing-day/) - Families are invited to register their incoming kindergarten student during our Registration, Screening, and Signing Day event at Sto-Rox Primary Center. Please bring your child with you to the event. Children registering for the 2026–2027 school year must be five (5) years old by September 1, 2026. Required Documents: Completed registration packet Child’s birth certificate
- [Sto-Rox School Board Agenda Legislative Voting Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-agenda-legislative-voting-meeting/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Legislative Voting Meeting. These meetings are open to the public, and community members may attend in person or virtually using the details below. Virtual Meeting Link: CLICK HERE Phone Access: ‪+1 321-418-1095‬ PIN: ‪190 941 077#‬ Video Recording Notice: By accessing this website and participating in
- [Sto-Rox School Board Agenda Review Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-school-board-agenda-review-meeting/) - Join the Sto-Rox School District for the School Board Agenda Review Meeting. These meetings are open to the public, and community members may attend in person or virtually using the details below. Virtual Meeting Link: CLICK HEREPhone Access: ‪+1 321-418-1095‬PIN: ‪190 941 077#‬ Video Recording Notice:By accessing this website and participating in the video sessions,
- [3rd River Studio Fellowship + Artist Talk - Radiant Hall](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/3rd-river-studio-fellowship-artist-talk-radiant-hall/) - Radiant Hall is excited to announce a 1-year studio fellowship for artists residing in communities along the Ohio River! To be selected, artists must reside in Aliquippa, Ambridge, Coraopolis, Haysville, Leetsdale, McKees Rocks, or Sewickley, and meet income eligibility guidelines. Join us at the Castle Consortia to learn more about the opportunity and meet fellow local
- [15136 Business Mixer](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/15136-business-mixer-2/) - Join us in McKees Rocks for networking, fun chats, and fresh connections! 15136 Business Mixer Join us for a great chance to connect face-to-face with local professionals! Whether you're looking to network, share ideas, or just meet new people, this in-person event is the place to be. Come ready to chat, exchange contacts, and maybe
- [15136 Business Mixer - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/15136-business-mixer-mckees-rocks-2/) - Join us in McKees Rocks for networking, fun chats, and fresh connections! 15136 Business Mixer This is a great chance to connect face-to-face with local professionals! Whether you're looking to network, share ideas, or just meet new people, this in-person event is the place to be. Come ready to chat, exchange contacts, and maybe BUSINESS MIXER – Do you own a business in McKees Rocks? Join fellow business owners for a chance to connect, collaborate and create opportunities during a quarterly business mixer event.
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2026-02-18/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 421 Chartiers Ave. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [15136 Business Mixer - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/15136-business-mixer-mckees-rocks/) - Join us in McKees Rocks for networking, fun chats, and fresh connections! – 15136 Business Mixer – Join us for a great chance to connect face-to-face with local professionals! Whether you're looking to network, share ideas, or meet new people, this in-person event is the place to be. Come ready to chat, exchange contacts, and
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2026-01-21/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 421 Chartiers Ave. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Sto-Rox: Free Community Holiday Event](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/free-community-holiday-event/) - Sto-Rox School District is excited to invite families, neighbors, and community partners to our Free Community Holiday Event on Thursday, December 18, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Sto-Rox Jr./Sr. High School Cafeteria. Guests will enjoy a free community dinner, along with pictures with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, free toys, free turkeys
- [Walk-In Interviews TUESDAY, Dec. 30 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-tuesday-dec-30-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT TUESDAY, December 30, 2025 | 10:00AM - 3:00PM Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews event on TUESDAY, December 30 from 10:00AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). NOTE: Our weekly hiring event is on TUESDAY this week
- [Walk-In Interviews TUESDAY, Dec. 23 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-tuesday-dec-23-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT TUESDAY, December 23, 2025 | 10:00AM - 3:00PM Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews event on TUESDAY, December 23 from 10:00AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). NOTE: Our weekly hiring event is on TUESDAY this week
- [Walk-In Interviews Dec. 18 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-dec-18-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT Thursday, December 18, 2025 | 9:30AM - 3:00PM Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews event on Thursday, December 18 from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services
- [Walk-In Interviews Dec. 11 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-dec-11-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 9:30AM - 3:00PM Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews event this Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial
- [Walk-In Interviews Dec. 4 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-dec-4-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT THIS THURSDAY! Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 9:30AM - 3:00PM Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews event this Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light
- [2nd Annual Snow Ball - McKees Rocks Women's Alliance - 2026](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/2026-annual-snow-ball/) - The 2026 Annual Snow Ball, a fundraiser of the McKees Rocks Women's Alliance, is a night full of music, dancing, food, drink and raffles. This event features a snow ball fight and is always a good time!
- [McKees Rocks Women's Alliance Snow Ball](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-womens-alliance-snow-ball/)
- [Goodwill Moon Township Grand Opening](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/goodwill-moon-township-grand-opening/) - You’re invited to our Grand Opening celebration! Goodwill is coming to Moon Township, and it’s our biggest store yet! Join us this Saturday morning and get ready to shop and celebrate. When: Saturday, Dec. 6 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Where: Goodwill Moon Township Superstore 2820 Gracy Center Way, Coraopolis, Pa. 15108 Enjoy giveaways, food, live entertainment
- [Screening Oscar Contender 76 Days Adrift at the Parkway Cinema](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/screening-oscar-contender-76-days-adrift-at-the-parkway-cinema/) - A View of Heaven From a Seat in Hell... Oscar Contender 76 Days Adrift will screen on December 4, 5, 6, 10, and 11 at 7 PM. Synopsis- From Executive Producer Ang Lee comes 76 Days Adrift—a profoundly immersive documentary that plunges you into the heart of one man's extraordinary survival story. Steven Callahan, the
- [Walk-In Interviews TUESDAY, 11/25 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-tuesday-11-25-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT - SPECIAL DAY AND TIME! TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 | 10AM-3PM Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Come to Express Pittsburgh West for our Walk-In Interviews event TOMORROW, Tuesday, November 25 from 10AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles,
- [2026 McKees Rocks Light Up Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/__trashed/) - 2026 Annual McKees Rocks Community Light Up Night - Sponsored by the McKees Rocks Women's Alliance and the MRCDC Ambassadors [flyer to be submitted closer to event]
- [PMA FLASH FRIDAYS](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/pma-flash-fridays-2/) - HELLO, Sara Eve at PMA Tattoo here :D This month’s flash theme is COZY to ease the winter chill <3 Designs are roughly $60-250. Arms and legs only (unless you check ahead with your artist). Flash library is open game, or designs from this month’s sheets. Artist specific links in bio for prebook appointments, FLASH
- [Luke Gallagher's 2nd Annual Irish You a Merry Christmas](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/luke-gallaghers-2nd-annual-irish-you-a-merry-christmas/) - Join Kennedy Twp. native Luke Gallagher for his final show of the year, AND his final show for the foreseeable future, as he will be taking a break from performing due to work travel and other commitments. As usual, this show will feature some special guests, an assortment of beloved Irish tunes, holiday favorites, the
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2-2025-10-02-2025-10-09-2025-10-16-2025-10-23-2025-10-30-2025-11-06-2025-11-13-2025-11-20/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–12:30PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Community Game Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/community-game-night/) - Win some, Lose some, but Draw Something!Its #GameNight at the #CastleConsortiaThis Wed 19 Nov | 7 - 11 p.m.Hosted by the #RealmCommunityEngagementGroup700 7th St., McKees Rocks, PA$5 Suggested Donation
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-12-17/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 421 Charters Ave. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-11-19/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 421 Chartiers Ave. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Shine Opening Reception: A Fine Art Gallery & Exhibition](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/shine-opening-reception-a-fine-art-gallery-exhibition/) - Join us on Saturday, November 15th, from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm as we celebrate the opening of the SHINE gallery at the Castle! The exhibit boasts a wide variety of mediums from 32 wonderful local artists. The Shine gallery runs through January 29, 2026 Monday - Friday 11am - 4pm & by Appointment The
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2-2025-10-02/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2-2025-10-02-2025-10-09/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2-2025-10-02-2025-10-09-2025-10-16/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2-2025-10-02-2025-10-09-2025-10-16-2025-10-23/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2-2025-10-02-2025-10-09-2025-10-16-2025-10-23-2025-10-30/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2-2025-10-02-2025-10-09-2025-10-16-2025-10-23-2025-10-30-2025-11-06/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2-2025-10-02-2025-10-09-2025-10-16-2025-10-23-2025-10-30-2025-11-06-2025-11-13/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [McKees Rocks Light Up Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-light-up-night/) - JOIN US: The Annual McKees Rocks Light Up Night is hosted by the McKees Rocks Women's Alliance and McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation Ambassadors.
- [Home for the Holidays - Book Launch and History Tour](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/home-for-the-holidays-book-launch-and-history-tour/) - Crafton Heritage Presents HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS – Book Launch and History Tour Friday, Dec. 5, 2025 6-10 PM CAFÉ 412 EVENTS Crafton Heritage invites you to a magical evening with a twist of history on Friday, December 5th from 6 – 10 PM beginning with refreshments at Crafton’s newest Cafe 412 Events center
- [Holiday Community Food and Toy Drive - Pennsbury, Crafton-Ingram, Carnegie](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/holiday-community-food-and-toy-drive/) - HOLIDAY COMMUNITY FOOD AND TOY DRIVE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 10 am to noon It’s time for Pennsbury’s annual Holiday Community Food and Toy Drive on Saturday, November 22 from 10 am to noon. Food and toys will be collected at the bottom of the steps to the commercial area. Food collected benefits the
- [Kennedy Township Light Up Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/kennedy-township-light-up-night/) - Join us for a festive evening of twinkling lights, lively music and plenty of holiday cheer! The Kennedy Township Parks and Recreation Board invites you to our annual “Light Up Night” on Saturday, Nov. 29 from 5–6:30 p.m. at Fairhaven Park’s Memorial Circle. Children will have the opportunity to witness Santa’s grand arrival on a
- [Autumn Makers + Vendors Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/autumn-artist-market/) - Beat the Holiday Rush at this month's indoor Makers and Vendor Market Thursday, November 14th, 5 pm - 9 pm. Featuring the creations of Earth, Wool & Fiber, Erica L. Smith, Arts & Imagination and more.
- [Holy Ghost Pirohi](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/holy-ghost-pirohi/) - Holy Ghost Pirohi Holy Ghost Church in McKees Rocks will be selling our award-winning pirohi for six weeks prior to Christmas this year. Sale dates are November 7, 14, 21 and December 5, 12, 19 when open for pickup 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Prices are the same as last year: $12/doz. Potato with cheese
- [Fifth Benefit Concert for Ukraine](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/fifth-benefit-concert-for-ukraine-2/) - The Benefit Concerts for Ukraine is an ongoing chamber music series that harnesses the universal language of music to raise critical funds for those affected by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Organized by Sewickley resident Cheryl Redmond and Victoria Luperi, and featuring musicians from the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra along with distinguished guest artists, this series
- [Fifth Benefit Concert for Ukraine](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/fifth-benefit-concert-for-ukraine/) - The Benefit Concerts for Ukraine is an ongoing chamber music series that harnesses the universal language of music to raise critical funds for those affected by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Organized by Sewickley resident Cheryl Redmond and Victoria Luperi, and featuring musicians from the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra along with distinguished guest artists, this series
- [McKees Rocks – Roadway + Streetscape Town Hall](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-roadway-streetscape-town-hall/) - McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation (MRCDC) invites the public to attend a town hall on Nov. 12, 2025, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. regarding the lower Chartiers Avenue roadway improvement streetscape project. Streetscape aesthetics – Lower Chartiers Avenue is being developed to promote multimodal transportation safety and create cohesive, community-friendly spaces along the project area. Your
- [Hope Grows Legacy Project: "Telling Our Story"](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/hope-grows-legacy-project-telling-our-story-2/) - At Hope Grows, we believe every caregiver’s story deserves to be heard, honored, and remembered. We invite you to participate in The Legacy Project: "Telling Our Story." This complimentary half-day retreat will give family caregivers and current/past caregivers of hospice patients the space to reflect, restore, and share their caregiving experiences in a nurturing, healing
- [Hope Grows Legacy Project: "Telling Our Story"](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/hope-grows-legacy-project-telling-our-story/) - At Hope Grows, we believe every caregiver’s story deserves to be heard, honored, and remembered. We invite you to participate in The Legacy Project: "Telling Our Story." This complimentary half-day retreat will give family caregivers and current/past caregivers of hospice patients the space to reflect, restore, and share their caregiving experiences in a nurturing, healing
- [Coraopolis United Methodist's 13th Annual Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coraopolis-united-methodists-13th-annual-free-community-thanksgiving-dinner/) - Coraopolis United Methodist Church Hosts 13th Annual Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner On Thursday, November 27, 2025, Coraopolis United Methodist Church will open its doors once again to host its 13th Annual Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner, a beloved tradition that brings warmth, food, and fellowship to the West Hills community. The free dine-in meal will be
- [Christmas in Coraopolis: Cookie Walk](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/christmas-in-coraopolis-cookie-walk/) - Christmas in Coraopolis Returns December 6 The holiday season will shine a little brighter in Coraopolis this year as the community gathers for the annual Christmas in Coraopolis celebration on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hosted in partnership with the Coraopolis Community Development Corporation (CCDC), VFW Post 402, and the
- [Trunk-or-Treat - Kennedy Township](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/trunk-or-treat-kennedy-township/) - Join us for a spooktacular afternoon of fun, candy, decorated trunks, costumes and pumpkin painting! The Kennedy Township Parks and Recreation Board is pleased to invite the community to our first “Trunk ‘n Treat” event on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 2 to 3:30 PM at Fairhaven Park. In addition to collecting treats from more than 20
- [The Gifting Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/the-gifting-market-3/) - The Gifting Market is a fresh take on the traditional craft show, offering a unique and stress-free shopping experience. This carefully crafted event highlights exceptional, hand-selected creations from both local artisans and select makers from across the country, ensuring a wide variety of quality options. From artisanal home decor to gourmet treats and handmade holiday
- [The Gifting Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/the-gifting-market-2/) - The Gifting Market is a fresh take on the traditional craft show, offering a unique and stress-free shopping experience. This carefully crafted event highlights exceptional, hand-selected creations from both local artisans and select makers from across the country, ensuring a wide variety of quality options. From artisanal home decor to gourmet treats and handmade holiday
- [The Gifting Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/the-gifting-market/) - The Gifting Market is a fresh take on the traditional craft show, offering a unique and stress-free shopping experience. This carefully crafted event highlights exceptional, hand-selected creations from both local artisans and select makers from across the country, ensuring a wide variety of quality options. From artisanal home decor to gourmet treats and handmade holiday
- [The Art of Christmas](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/the-art-of-christmas-2025/) - The Art of Christmas Join us for The Art of Christmas 2025 on December 6, from 5:30 – 9:30 PM, presented by Disney Fine Art and Archangel Gabriel Parish. We will transform Weirauch Hall (below St. Malachy Church, 343 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis, PA 15108) into an immersive artistic environment filled with holiday fun. Explore
- [Providence Presbyterian Church Trunk-or-Treat - Robinson](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/providence-presbyterian-church-trunk-or-treat/) - Providence Presbyterian Church is pleased to welcome the community to our FREE Trunk-or-Treat event happening on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 3–6 p.m. at 77 Phillips Lane in Robinson Township. Children of all ages are invited to enjoy trick-or-treating in a safe environment, complete with face painting, a bounce house, popcorn, hot cider and so much
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-10-15/) - NEW LOCATION : 421 Chartiers Ave., 15136 Curious? Have questions about cmrcdc coffee donuts 421 Chartirrs Ave.ommunity development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 701 Yunker St. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact
- [GallagherFest - A Family Musical Tribute to Mike Gallagher](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/gallagherfest-a-family-musical-tribute-to-mike-gallagher/) - One of Pittsburgh's most beloved Irish musicians, Stowe Twp. native Mike Gallagher, passed away last March. Gallagher performed throughout the region for more than 50 years and had the distinction of being the only musician to perform in every Pittsburgh Irish Festival since its inception in 1991. A stalwart at Mullaney's Harp & Fiddle, Gallagher hailed from a
- [Game Night – Halloween Edition](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/game-night-halloween-edition/) - Its spooky season! Who is going to have the best costume while we play “Monster Mash” Mafia?
- [Maker's Market – A Monthly Craft & Vendor Mart](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/makers-market-a-monthly-craft-vendor-mart/) - Art, jewelry, handmade gifts, pastries, tumblers and dinner by Doop & Yia-Yia’s. Come shop the market!
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-4/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-3/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY SPECIAL HOURS: September 25 | 9:30AM-12:30PM Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews Thursday, September 25 from 9:30AM–12:30PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial
- [2025 Designer Purse Bingo Fundraiser Hosted by McKees Rocks Rotary](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/2025-designer-purse-bingo-fundraiser-hosted-by-mckees-rocks-rotary/) - 2025 Designer Purse Bingo Fundraiser Hosted by the McKees Rocks Rotary Saturday, October 4, 2025 | Doors 12pm | Bingo starts 1pm *Must be over 21 to attend* All proceeds raised will benefit local schools & community organizations supported by the McKees Rocks Rotary. Thank you to our EVENT SPONSORS! Geo. V. Hamilton Jenny Lee
- [CommUNITY Mini-Concert Benefit - w/ Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra + CMU School of Music](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/community-fundraiser-with-members-of-the-pittsburgh-symphony-orchestra/) - MUSIC TO OUR EARS – Members of the prestigious Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will be hosting a fundraiser for three McKees Rocks area community groups on Sept. 21. Don't miss out on this fantastic event! Tickets to this celebration of commUNITY are $25 and available through Eventbrite. CommUNITY tickets are limited and available first-come, first-served.
- [Designer Purse Bingo Fundraiser - Coraopolis NAACP](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/designer-purse-bingo-fundraiser-coraopolis-naacp/) - Coraopolis NAACP Designer Purse Bingo Fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 Join us: Kennedy Twp. Volunteer Fire Dept. Banquet Hall 1796 Pine Hollow Road McKees Rocks, PA 15136 (Kennedy Twp.) The Banquet Hall entrance is in the rear of the building, where there is plenty of parking for you and your friends. Tickets: $35.00
- [AGP Nationality Festival](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/agp-nationality-festival/) - Archangel Gabriel Parish will celebrate their annual Nationality Festival on October 2, 3, and 4, from 4:00 – 9:00 PM daily, on the St. Malachy Campus in Kennedy Township (343 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis, PA 15108). Enjoy foods from Italy, Mexico, Poland, Germany, Greece, and Slovakia. We’ll also have American food and a Kids Corner
- [Act- So Competition Designer Purse Bingo](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/act-so-competition-designer-purse-bingo/)
- ['Horizons' Gallery - Opening Reception, McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/horizons-gallery-opening/) - Our HORIZONS gallery will open August 23rd from 2-6 pm, featuring 150 pieces from 31 local artists. Topped off with refreshments and live music, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!
- [Game Night: Scrabble Tournament](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/game-night-scrabble-tournament/) - Our monthly game night this month is on Wednesday, August 20th with something for everyone! This month we are having a Scrabble Tournament to discover who has the largest vocabulary! $5 suggested donation: The Realm Community Engagement Group
- [Makers Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/makers-market/) - Our monthly Makers Market continues this month on August 14th from 5 -9 p.m.! Find that must have gift and support local small business owners in the process! The Castle Consortia 700 7th Street McKees Rocks, PA www.castleconsortia.com
- [Robinson Lion's Club 6th Annual Cornhole Tournament](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/robinson-lions-club-6th-annual-cornhole-tournament/) - The Robinson Lions Club 6th Annual Cornhole Tournament is almost here! Sunday, September 28th, 2025 at 1PM located at the Rotary Shelter in Clever Park! Join us for a full day of fun, friendly competition, and great food provided by JD’s Joint. We’ve got cash prizes for the winners - $250 for 1st place, $150
- [Luke Gallagher's Hometown Show](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/luke-gallaghers-hometown-show/) - Montour alum Luke Gallagher returns to JD's Joint on Saturday, September 6 from 7 to 10pm. JD's has great food, affordable drinks and plenty of free parking. You'll hear the best of 90s and 2000s alternative rock and pop, along with some classic oldies and current hits from artists such as Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan,
- [PAACC Summer Gala](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/paacc-summer-gala/) - You’re Invited! Pittsburgh Airport Chamber’s Summer Gala at Roselea Farm! Celebrate the height of summer with us at one of the Chamber’s most beloved traditions—our Summer Gala at the breathtaking Roselea Farm in Moon Township! August 14, 2025 | 5-8PM All are welcome to attend this chamber event! Here's your chance to connect with fellow
- [Friday Flash Day @ PMA Tattoo](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/friday-flash-day-pma-tattoo/) - HELLO, Sara Eve at PMA Tattoo here :D Our monthly flash day is here and this month’s flash theme is: RECESSION CORE the crew is cookin' up some sweet flash heat for yinz. This month we focused on small but mighty designs $60-100. We are so excited for August 8th 1-8pm here at the shop.
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2025-08-14-2025-08-21-2025-08-28-2025-09-04-2025-09-11/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2025-08-14-2025-08-21-2025-08-28-2025-09-04/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2025-08-14-2025-08-21-2025-08-28/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2025-08-14-2025-08-21/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2025-08-14/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office-2/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews EVERY THURSDAY at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-every-thursday-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT EVERY THURSDAY Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West – Robinson Township Stop by Express Pittsburgh West for Walk-In Interviews every Thursday from 9:30AM–3PM at our office in Robinson Township (6200 Steubenville Pike, Route 60). We’re hiring for a variety of roles, including: Office Services Light Industrial Skilled Trades Proudly serving job seekers in
- [Walk-In Interviews July 24 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-july-24-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT THIS THURSDAY! Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West Robinson Township Thursday, July 24, 2025 EXTENDED HOURS - 9:30AM-3PM (No appt. needed) If your job search could use a power boost, come interview with us this Thursday, July 24 from 9:30AM–3PM (no appointment needed) in our Express Robinson Township (and Express Monaca offices). We’re hiring
- ["Here's to Hope" Harvest Moon Raffle](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/heres-to-hope-harvest-moon-raffle/) - Celebrate the magic of the Harvest Moon and make a difference! Join us on September 18 for an evening of fun, food, and community while supporting family caregivers. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of Kingfly Spirits, with light bites provided by Chef Cory Rockwood of The Hunger and mini golf from Steel City Mobile Mini Golf. PLUS enter
- [Walk-In Interviews July 17 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-july-17-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT THIS THURSDAY! Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West Robinson Township Thursday, July 17, 2025 EXTENDED HOURS - 9:30AM-3PM (No appt. needed) Your summer job forecast? Hot job opportunities ahead! Whether you're ready for a fresh start or just testing the waters, Express Pittsburgh West is here to help you find the job that fits
- [PMA Tattoo Flash Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/pma-tattoo-flash-day/) - Hello<3 We are PMA Tattoo. While we offer custom and flash tattoos throughout the month, primarily by appointment, we do have a regular flash day each month on every second Friday. Each month the theme is new, but clients are welcome to browse and choose flash from our extensive flash library as well. This month's
- [Game Night - Castle Consortia - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/game-night-castle-consortia-mckees-rocks/) - GAME NIGHT! Can you imagine D&D, board games, card games, Wii and karaoke all in one place? There's all that and more at our monthly game night. BYOB or get a delicious sour or IPA from the folks at Abjuration Brew Co. What fun and interactive things will we feature this month? You'll have to
- [Makers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/makers-market-mckees-rocks/) - Welcome to our inaugural Makers Market! Starting July 10th we will have a monthly makers market with exciting crafters, designers, artists and more! Find that perfect piece of jewelry or a unique gift for that tough-to-buy-for person in your life who has everything! Makers Market is held indoors in the a/c from 5-9 p.m. And
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-06-26/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-07-03/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-07-10/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-07-17/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-07-24/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-07-31/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-08-07/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-08-14/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-08-21/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-08-28/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-09-04/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-09-11/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-09-18/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [Farmers Market - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market-mckees-rocks-2025-09-25/) - -Farmers Market - The Realm Community Engagement group is thrilled to be bringing a weekly farmers market to the McKees Rocks area. The weekly market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through September at The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. In-season produce sourced from Triple B Farms in Monongahela,
- [15136 Business Mixer](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/15136-business-mixer/) - Own A Business in the 15136? Join us at Castle Consortia for an exciting opportunity to network and learn from fellow business owners in the 15136 area. This free in-person event is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and grow your business. Don't miss out on this unique chance to expand your network
- [Walk-In Interviews June 19 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-june-19-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT THIS THURSDAY! Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West Robinson Township Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 10AM-2PM (No appt. needed!) Summer starts Friday—you could start a new job, too! Resume - check! Sunglasses - check! Iced coffee - check! Next stop: Interviewing for a new job at Express Pittsburgh West this Thursday, June 19th
- [The Rox: Unplugged](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/the-rox-unplugged/) - Help us meet our goal to raise $15,000 to refresh and renew Arts Programs! Join us on Saturday, June 28th for a unique afternoon of fun presented by The Unplugged Society and Focus On Renewal. 'The Rox Unplugged" at our Father Ryan Arts Center will offer screen-free activities like art projects, meditation, yoga, cookie decorating,
- [Walk-In Interviews June 12 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-june-12-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT THIS THURSDAY! Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 10AM-2PM (No appt. needed!) Scoop up a new job this week—before the heat really hits! We’re hosting Walk-In Interviews this Thursday, June 12 from 10AM–2PM at our Express Robinson Township office (and in our Express Monaca office in Beaver County).
- [Walk-In Interviews June 5 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-june-5-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT THIS THURSDAY! Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 10AM-2PM (No appt. needed!) Make this YOUR summer of success by landing a job that works for you—your goals, your schedule, your skills. Stop by our Walk-In Interviews on Thursday, June 5 from 10AM–2PM in our Express Robinson Township office
- [Game Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/game-night-2/) - The first game night was so much fun we are bringing it back monthly! The third Wednesday of each month we will be toppling towers of Jenga, looking for the star Wii sports athlete of the month, creating fantasty with our Dungen Master for a limited seating one night only D&D event and so much
- [Farmers Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/farmers-market/) - Join us we start a Farmers' Market in McKees Rocks. We will have fresh fruits and veggies for sale each Thursday, starting June 12th from 3-7. We invite anyone interested in becoming an ajacent vendor to contact us through www.castleconsortia.com
- [Free Cook Out - On Road with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/free-cook-out-on-road-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks/)
- [Uncorked & Skewered in the Hope Grows Gardens](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/uncorked-skewered-in-the-hope-grows-gardens/) - Nature’s beauty meets culinary delight! Stroll through the Hope Grows Healing Gardens as you sip on wine and beer, perfectly paired with a curated selection of gourmet appetizers from Four Twelve Project. From crisp whites to fruity hops, each sample complements the fresh, seasonal bites crafted to enhance the experience. Surrounded by lush blooms and the golden glow
- ['Whiskey Rebellion in Western PA' - presentation by Historian Brady J. Crytzer](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/whiskey-rebellion-in-western-pa-presentation-by-brady-j-crytzer-historian-author/) - McKees Rocks Historical Society Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6 p.m. Mickey's Place, 1625 Pine Hollow Road, McKees Rocks, PA 15136 Whiskey Rebellion in Western Pennsylvania – A presentation by Brady J. Crytzer The May meeting presenter, Brady J. Crytzer, teaches history at Robert Morris University. He is the winner of the 2023 Judge Robert
- [Community Art and Science Showcase](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/community-art-and-science-showcase/) - Join for this free community event for all ages! Art and hands on activities by Valerie Herrero Music by Tim Baurle from Hollowood Music and Sound Gain bird and nest knowledge from Tess Wilson from Audubon Society Explore the Pittsburgh Community Science Bus Refreshments and snacks provided!
- [Vibrant Gallery](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/vibrant-gallery/) - Join us on Saturday, May 24, from 2-6 pm, as we celebrate the opening of the VIBRANT gallery at The Castle! The exhibit boasts over 130 pieces in a wide variety of mediums from 22 wonderful local artists. Free parking at the corner of Woodward & Hazel
- [Walk-In Interviews May 15 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-may-15-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT THIS THURSDAY! Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West Thursday, May 15, 2025 | 10AM-2PM (No appt. needed!) Don’t sweat your job search—cool opportunities are waiting at Express Pittsburgh West! Whether you’re looking for something hands-on, behind a desk, or in the trades, we’re here to match your skills with jobs that fit. Our
- [Opening Reception for Vibrant: A Fine Art Exhibition & Gallery](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/opening-reception-for-vibrant-a-fine-art-exhibition-gallery/) - Join us on Saturday, May 24, from 2-6 pm, as we celebrate the opening of the VIBRANT gallery at The Castle! The exhibit boasts over 130 pieces in a wide variety of mediums from 22 wonderful local artists: Holly Sphar - Arion Grzelka - Carolina Tapia-Urzua Dino Deluliis​ - Edward Korinko - Hannah Tallerico Hugues
- [Peace Walk & Community Arts Fest - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/peace-walk-community-arts-fest-mckees-rocks/) - PEACE WALK & ARTS FESTIVAL: Join the Sto-Rox community on Saturday, May 17 for a peace walk in memory of Denise Zellous, founder of the Zellous Hope Project. The walk starts at Focus On Renewal, 420 Chartiers Ave., and ends at the Sto-Rox Jr./Dr. High School. The walk will be directly followed by the Sto-Rox
- [Autism Friendly Open Mic feat. Ziggy D of C-Level](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/autism-friendly-open-mic-feat-ziggy-d-of-c-level/) - Come out and enjoy great food, drink and have fun in an autism friendly environment! 1:00- 1:30pm - Drum circle & Signups1:30 -2:30pm- Open Mic Night w/ Jason McKee2:30-3:30pm: Featured artistZiggy D of C-Level(Cleveland, OH)
- [Walk-In Interviews May 8 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-may-8-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT THIS THURSDAY! Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West - Thursday, May 8, 2025 | 10AM-2PM (No appt. needed!) Why wait for opportunity to knock when you can walk right in? Stop by Express Robinson Township this Thursday, May 8th between 10AM-2PM (no appt. needed) for a job interview on-the-spot! Jobs are heating up
- [Game Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/game-night/) - Join us for our inagural game night! This month’s game night will feature Wii Sports Tournament, one night D&D campaign, board games, card games, checkers, chess and giant games! As always this event is BYOB but as an added treat our neighbors at Abjuration Brewery will be in attendance offering their delicious sours, ales, IPA’s
- [Walk-In Interviews May 1 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Township office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-may-1-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-township-office/) - HIRING EVENT Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West - Thursday, May 1, 2025 | 10AM-2PM Walk In. Interview. Launch Your Career. At Express Pittsburgh West, we’re ready to help you take the next step in your career journey. Come see us Thursday, May 1 from 10AM–2PM for Walk-In Interviews at our Robinson Township and Monaca
- [Luke Gallagher Live @ Four Twelve Project Underground](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/luke-gallagher-live-four-twelve-project-underground/) - Don't miss this up-close-and-personal evening with Luke Gallagher playing all your favorite alternative rock and pop from the 90s and 2000s, along with classic oldies and current hits from artists like Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan and Hozier. The FTP Underground has excellent food, wine and other libations. Admission and parking are free, but seats are
- [Earth Day Cleanup - Stowe Township](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/earthday-cleanup/) - The Realm Community Engagement Group has partnered with our local Stowe-area businesses to clean up the West Park neighborhood of the Stowe Township community for Earth Day. Join us at The Castle on April 26th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pastries and coffee will be available in the morning, and pizza in the afternoon,
- [Master Deceased Theatre](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/master-deceased-theatre/) - Friday the 13th only happens ONCE this year! Gather ’round for a night of eerie delight as we take triskaidekaphobia head on! This Summer, we’re scoffing in the face of old wives tales with MasterDeceased Theatre, Superstition Edition. On FRIDAY, JUNE 13th ~ Dark History PGH is resurrecting the (in)famous Thirteen Club of 1882 with
- [Awakening Gallery - Earth Day Reception](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/awakening-gallery-earth-day-reception/) - Join us after a day of cleaning up the streets and getting to know our neighbors for a relaxing afternoon filled with art! Complete with refreshments and great works by 17 local artists!
- [Walk-In Interviews April 17 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-april-17-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - HIRING EVENT Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West, Thursday, April 17 Our Easter basket is FULL of job opportunities—now we just need YOU! Hop into Express Robinson Township this Thursday, April 17 from 10AM–2PM for our Walk-In Interviews hiring event! Whether you're looking to get your foot in the door or take the next step in
- [“Pop-Up” Free Store + Open House @ The HUB](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/pop-up-free-store-open-house-the-hub/) - The HUB in the former PNC building, owned by The McKees Rocks CDC. Community members can stop by to meet with a LEVEL team member to discuss the path to homeownership and obtain resources that can help them become home-ready and “shop” donated home goods in the temporary Free Store. Sign-up for your 20 minute
- [Homeownership Community Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/homeownership-community-day/) - Following Tree Pittsburgh’s seedling giveaway that morning, LEVEL is setting the scene for a neighborhood-wide celebration by activating and enjoying a public space on one of McKees Rocks’ main streets. Residents will get a keepsake from the day, with photo opps within an 8 foot balloon arch with gold mylar balloons highlighting “The Rocks.” Info
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-02-19/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 701 Yunker St. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-03-19/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 701 Yunker St. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-04-16/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 701 Yunker St. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-05-21/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 701 Yunker St. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-06-18/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 701 Yunker St. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-07-16/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 701 Yunker St. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-08-20/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 701 Yunker St. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [Coffee + Donuts with MRCDC - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/coffee-donuts-with-mrcdc-mckees-rocks-2025-09-17/) - Curious? Have questions about community development or proposed projects in McKees Rocks? Join us at 701 Yunker St. every 3rd Wednesday of the month for coffee, donuts and conversation. You bring the questions, we provide the answers! Need more info? Contact us here.
- [FOR Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/for-spaghetti-dinner-fundraiser/) - Focus On Renewal Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Join us on Saturday, May 31 for a delicious day of food, fun, and fundraising at Focus On Renewal's first-ever Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser! Enjoy a hearty spaghetti meal while supporting a great cause. The day will be packed with exciting raffles, a 50/50 drawing, lively music, and plenty of
- [Focus On Renewal Job Fair](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/focus-on-renewal-job-fair/) - Focus On Renewal Job Fair - April 19 Are you ready to make a difference while advancing your career? Join us at our upcoming Focus On Renewal Job Fair and discover fulfilling job opportunities that align with your passion for creating positive change in the world! Whether you're looking for your first role, a career
- [Walk-In Interviews April 10 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-april-10-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - HIRING EVENT Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West, Thursday, April 10 Our PEEPS Want to Help You Find a Job! Job seekers are invited to stop by our Express Robinson Township office for our Walk-In Interviews event on Thursday, April 10 from 10AM–2 PM, (no appointment needed). Our team of 5-star recruiters are here to
- [Guest Bartender Fundraiser - McKees Rocks CDC](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/guest-bartender-fundraiser-mckees-rocks-cdc/) - – WILD WEST GUEST BARTENDER EVENT – Fundraiser Benefits McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation Join the staff and board of McKees Rocks Community Development Corp. for a Wild West-themed Guest Bartender fundraiser... Mixing up their signature drinks will be Communications and Marketing Director Sonja Reis and Executive Director Taris Vrcek. The two will compete for
- [Walk-In Interviews April 3 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-april-3-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - HIRING EVENT Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West, Thursday, April 3 Ready to Point Your Career in the Right Direction? That arrow in the image says it all—employment is just ahead! Join us for Walk-In Interviews this Thursday, April 3 from 10AM–2 PM, (no appointment needed) in our Express Robinson Township office and take the
- [Walk-In Interviews March 27 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-march-27-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - HIRING EVENT - Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West - Thursday, March 27 Looking for a job? Take "note"—we’re holding Walk-In Interviews today, Thursday, March 27 from 10 AM–2 PM in our Express Robinson Township office. Our recruiters are ready to match you with open positions in: - Office Services - Light Industrial - Skilled Trades
- [Annual April Fool's Day Parade, Festival & Easter Egg Hunt](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/annual-april-fools-day-parade-festival-easter-egg-hunt/) - The Mayor of McKees Rocks, together with the McKees Rocks Women's Alliance, the McKees Rocks Historical Society, the McKees Rocks Event Committee and the McKees Rocks CDC Ambassadors will once again be hosting our Annual April Fool's Day Parade and Festival. This year's festival will feature music, food trucks, activities for the kids; including our
- [McKees Rocks Area Business Mixer](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-area-business-mixer/) - Time for area business owners to Mix It Up! Are you a local entrepreneur? Would you like to know more of the other business owners in the Sto-Rox community? Would you like a chance to network with more new faces? If so, join us for McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation's Business Mixer event sponsored by
- [Walk-In Interviews March 20 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-march-20-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - HIRING EVENT - Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West - Thursday, March 20 Come see us and have a job interview during our Walk-In Interviews event tomorrow, Thursday, March 20 from 10AM-2PM at Express Robinson Township. No appointment needed. Our recruiters look forward to meeting you and helping you to find a job that's a good
- [WQED "Be My Neighbor" Day - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/wqed-be-my-neighbor-day-mckees-rocks/) - WQED has selected McKees Rocks as their focus neighborhood for their annual "Be My Neighbor Day." All are invited to our neighborhood to celebrate with us! Saturday, March 22 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lower Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks (Former McDonald's Lot) Read more about the event here
- [Indoor Air Quality Monitoring Opportunity - ROCIS](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/indoor-air-quality-monitoring-opportunity-rocis-2/) - The ROCIS Low Cost Monitoring Project's next monitoring cohort starts soon! Learn more about the air quality inside and outside of your home and find ways to make your home healthier for everyone in it. Things to know about the LCMP: It's free to participate! All meetings are online. Every meeting is offered twice, in the evening and
- [Indoor Air Quality Monitoring Opportunity - ROCIS](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/indoor-air-quality-monitoring-opportunity-rocis/) - The ROCIS Low Cost Monitoring Project's next monitoring cohort starts soon! Learn more about the air quality inside and outside of your home and find ways to make your home healthier for everyone in it. Things to know about the LCMP: It's free to participate! All meetings are online. Every meeting is offered twice, in the evening and
- [The Little Mermaid](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/the-little-mermaid/) - Join Montour Theatre Productions on an adventure under the sea with Ariel and her friends as we present The Little Mermaid. Performances are April 3, 4, and 5 at 7:00 PM and April 6 at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased online at https://montourtheatreproductions.org/ or at the door (as available).
- [11th Annual Hope Grows Victorian Tea](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/11th-annual-hope-grows-victorian-tea/) - Hope Grows' 11th Annual Victorian Tea will be held on Sunday, May 18 at the historic Omni William Penn Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh! We are thrilled to welcome back Megan Shinn from KDKA-TV | CBS Pittsburgh as our Emcee, and we are even more excited to introduce our Keynote Speaker, Kathy Parry, CSP. A recognized
- [The Little Mermaid](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/the-little-mermaid-2/) - Join Montour Theatre Productions on an adventure under the sea with Ariel and her friends as we present The Little Mermaid. Performances are April 3, 4, and 5 at 7:00 PM and April 6 at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased online at https://montourtheatreproductions.org/ or at the door (as available).
- [Fundraiser for Riley's Pour House: IRISH WOLFHOUNDS VS WASHINGTON WHISKEY RUNNERS](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/fundraiser-for-rileys-pour-house-irish-wolfhounds-vs-washington-whiskey-runners/) - The Washington Wild Things are excited to announce the world’s first All-Irish baseball club, the Irish Wolfhounds, will play an exhibition game against a team fielded by the Wild Things organization Saturday, June 7 at 7:05 p.m. at Wild Things Park. The game, played between the Wolfhounds and the Washington Whiskey Runners, will, in part,
- [Walk-In Interviews March 6 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-march-6-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - HIRING EVENT! Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West - Thursday, March 6 (no appt. needed!) With the sunshine and spring-like temps today, we say, "bring on Spring!" And since Spring is the season of new beginnings—why not start a new job? Spring forward into a new job opportunity! Join us for Walk-In Interviews this Thursday,
- [Carnegie Volunteer Fire & Rescue Bureau 5k Run/Walk](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/carnegie-volunteer-fire-rescue-bureau-5k-run-walk/) - The 18th Annual Carnegie Volunteer Fire & Rescue Bureau 5K Run/Walk begins at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2025. All proceeds go to our 100% volunteer fire department. For not information: https://www.carnegieborough.com/5k/
- [Montour Interact Vendor Fair](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/montour-interact-vendor-fair/) - Hop on by the Montour Interact Vendor Fair and support the Montour Interact Club with our goals for being of service! This year's Vendor Fair offers: Vendors Crafters, Concessions, 50/50, Basket Raffle and a bit of fun for the wee ones!
- [Walk-In Interviews February 27 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-february-27-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West - Thursday, February 27 (no appt. needed!) Is your job search stuck on the same page? Your next chapter starts here! Visit us for our Walk-In Interviews event tomorrow, February 27, from 10AM–2PM and take control of your career story. Come see us in our Express Robinson Township office.
- [Walk-In Interviews February 20 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-february-20-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - HIRING EVENT - THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20th Ready for a career pit stop that leads to success? Hit the Express Lane to Success with our Express Pittsburgh West Walk-In Interviews event this Thursday, February 20th from 10AM-2PM in our Robinson Township and Monaca offices. Whether you're targeting a role in office services, light industrial, or
- [Breakfast & Photos with the Easter Bunny](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/breakfast-photos-with-the-easter-bunny-2/) - Come join us to grab some breakfast and have photos taken with the Easter Bunny! Try your luck at winning the 50/50 or a basket at the Chinese Auction. Tickets are $10/adults and $5/kids under 5. All proceeds support the McKees Rocks Police K9 program. Hope to see you there!
- [Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-at-express-pittsburgh-west/) - Don't Wait Until Spring to Find a New Job! Phil, that famous, furry prognosticator, saw his shadow, so if you don't want to wait through 6 more weeks of winter to find a job, then come have a job interview with one of our Express Pittsburgh West recruiters this Thursday, February 6th! Walk in to
- [In the Kitchen with Hope Grows](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/in-the-kitchen-with-hope-grows/) - Hope Grows is excited to invite family caregivers and those experiencing a loss to our inaugural broadcast of a 4-part seasonal webinar series designed to offer both practical cooking tips and emotional support during their caregiving journey. “In the Kitchen with Hope Grows” will take place on Friday, February 21 (National Caregiver Day!) from 12:30-1:30pm
- [Awakening Reception - Fine Art Exhibition & Gallery - The Castle, McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/awakening-reception-fine-art-exhibition-gallery-the-castle-mckees-rocks/) - Come join us for the opening reception of AWAKENING, celebrating the amazing works of 16 local artists! Free parking in our lot at the corner of Woodward and Hazel, as well as on the surrounding streets. Snacks and beverages will be provided. The Castle Consortia
- [Walk-In Interviews January 30 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-january-30-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - Is your job search starting to feel like Groundhog Day? Same applications, same results, no new interviews? Break the cycle! Join us for Walk-In Interviews this Thursday, January 30, from 10AM–2PM and let our team at Express Pittsburgh West help you find a fresh opportunity. We provide expert guidance and personalized support, so your job
- [Walk-In Interviews January 23 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-january-16-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office-2/) - Need a break from the frigid temps? We’ve got a sunny solution! Come to our Walk-In Interviews event tomorrow, Thursday, January 23, from 10AM–2PM, no appointment necessary! Come explore our" hot jobs" in office services, light industrial, and skilled trades. We provide weekly pay and there's never a fee to job seekers! Our team our
- [Horticulture Focus Group (Virtual)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/horticulture-focus-group-virtual-2/) - Did you know there are positive benefits to spending time in nature and working with plants? Hope Grows and Pittsburgh Botanic Garden are in the planning phase for a new horticulture program! Both Hope Grows and Pittsburgh Botanic Garden have noticed a gap in the health care system and have decided to partner to provide programming that simultaneously
- [Horticulture Focus Group (Virtual)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/horticulture-focus-group-virtual/) - Did you know there are positive benefits to spending time in nature and working with plants? Hope Grows and Pittsburgh Botanic Garden are in the planning phase for a new horticulture program! Both Hope Grows and Pittsburgh Botanic Garden have noticed a gap in the health care system and have decided to partner to provide programming that simultaneously
- [Spring Tree Giveaway - Tree Pittsburgh](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/spring-tree-giveaway-tree-pittsburgh/) - Tree Pittsburgh will once again be sponsoring a tree giveaway at the lot by the Roxian in McKees Rocks. Roxians can register for up to three trees, and then possibly request more when all registered trees have been given away. Trees are all native to this area and grown by seed in Pittsburgh. More information
- [Walk-In Interviews January 16 at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-january-16-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - Tired of endless job applications? Looking for a job that’s the right fit? Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West is here to help! Join us for our Walk-In Interviews event on Thursday, January 16th from 10 AM to 2 PM. No appointment needed. Office address: 6200 Steubenville Pike (Route 60 - next to Arby's), Robinson Twp.
- [Luke Gallagher's Happy New Year Hometown Show](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/luke-gallaghers-happy-new-year-hometown-show/) - Join me in my hometown of Kennedy Twp (Allegheny County's best-kept secret -shhh!) at this great neighborhood bar and grill with delicious food, reasonably priced drinks and plenty of free parking!
- [BINGO Fundraiser for Montour High School Baseball](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/bingo-fundraiser-for-montour-high-school-baseball/) - BINGO Fundraiser Hosted by: Montour High School Baseball Boosters When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 - Doors open at 5:30 p.m. - BINGO starts at 6:30 p.m Where: Kennedy Township Volunteer Fire Hall, Forest Grove Road The $25 admission includes: 6 cards for 10 games of BINGO, door prizes, cash prizes for BINGO games (must be
- [Shop with a Cop](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/shop-with-a-cop/) - Dicks Sporting Goods and The Coraopolis Police Department will host Shop with a Cop on Tues. December 17th at 4pm.
- [Cookie Walk + Holiday Pet Photos K-9 Fundraiser](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/cookie-walk-holiday-pet-photos-k-9-fundraiser/) - Fundraiser for McKees Rocks Police K-9 Unit
- [Light Up Night - Robinson Township](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/light-up-night-robinson-township/)
- [Christmas Pops Concert - West Hills Symphonic Band](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/christmas-pops-concert-west-hills-symphonic-band/) - "A Stocking Full of Memories" Enjoy seasonal favorites from the West Hills Symphonic Band at our Christmas Pops Concert: A Stocking Full of Memories at Montour High School on Sunday, December 15th, at 3:00 PM. Remember that all concerts are FREE and open to the public! Led by our Principal Conductor & Music Director Clem
- [Spaghetti Dinner Benefiting Riley's Pour House Employees](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/spaghetti-dinner-benefiting-rileys-pour-house-employees/)
- [The Art of Christmas](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/the-art-of-christmas/) - Join us for an evening of holiday fun in an immersive artistic environment. Explore a unique display of authentic Disney props. Listen to a presentation on Spirituality and Art by Fr. Jacob Gruber. Meet Disney Fine Artist Michael Provenza and watch as he works on a Night Before Christmas-themed painting. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, desserts,
- [McKees Rocks Historical Society November Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-historical-society-november-meeting/) - Please join us for our November meeting. Our speaker will be Julian Stys who will speak about the Woodville Plantation. Begun in 1775 and completed in 1785 by General John Neville an American military officer, land speculator, and tax collector, Woodville (the John & Presley Neville House) is among Southwestern Pennsylvania’s oldest surviving homes and
- [Montour's Winter Wonderland](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/montours-winter-wonderland/) - Step into the magic of the holiday season at Montour's Winter Wonderland! Hop aboard the Hilltop Express and travel to the North Pole to visit Santa himself. Explore Santa’s workshop for unique holiday shopping, and bask in the glow of our spectacular light display. Enjoy festive crafts, fun activities, games, raffles and delicious treats from
- [Women's Alliance Snow Ball - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/womens-alliance-snow-ball-mckees-rocks/) - McKees Rocks Women's Alliance Inaugural SNOW BALL - SPONSORS NEEDED - December 7, 2024 Music | Dancing | ‘Snowball’ fight | Food | Raffles 6 p.m. | Semi-Formal The Castle Consortia, 700 7th St., Stowe Twp. 15136 See Member For Tickets - $25 Info/tickets: mrwomensalliance@gmail.com
- [Light Up Night/Meet Santa](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/light-up-night-meet-santa/) - Come bring the kids to meet Santa who will be arriving by Fire Truck! Cookies, Hot Chocolate and more! Help us to get into the holiday spirit!
- [Irish You a Merry Christmas with Luke Gallagher](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/irish-you-a-merry-christmas-with-luke-gallagher/) - Take a break from the stress of the holiday season, and join Kennedy Twp. native/Montour grad Luke Gallagher for this very special show, featuring an assortment of beloved Irish tunes, holiday favorites and the best of alternative rock and pop from the 90s and 2000s. Luke will be joined by some surprise guests too! No
- [Emergence: A Fine Art Exhibition & Gallery](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/emergence-a-fine-art-exhibition-gallery/) - There’s a new art space in town! This Saturday, November 9, from 2-6 pm, The Castle Consortia presents Emergence, the first fine art exhibition to be held in their newly re-organized gallery space. The exhibit boasts over 120 pieces in a wide variety of mediums from eight exceptional local artists: Susan Wagner Darsie Pusateri Yafa
- [Montour Theatre Productions presents Newsies Jr.](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/montour-theatre-productions-presents-newsies-jr/) - MONTOUR THEATRE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS 2024 DEW MUSICAL: NEWSIES JR SHOW DATES: THURS, NOV 21 THRU SUN, NOV 24 SHOW TIMES: THURS - SAT: 7PM and SUN: 2PM TICKET SALE INFO: $8/ticket (Adults & Children) Online ticket sales begin Tuesday, November 5th https://cur8.com/39918/project/125747 In-person sales ONE DAY ONLY! Tuesday, November 12th, 6pm-8pm David E. Williams Middle
- [Montour Theatre Productions presents Newsies Jr.](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/montour-theatre-productions-presents-newsies-jr-2/) - MONTOUR THEATRE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS 2024 DEW MUSICAL: NEWSIES JR SHOW DATES: THURS, NOV 21 THRU SUN, NOV 24 SHOW TIMES: THURS - SAT: 7PM and SUN: 2PM TICKET SALE INFO: $8/ticket (Adults & Children) Online ticket sales begin Tuesday, November 5th https://cur8.com/39918/project/125747 In-person sales ONE DAY ONLY! Tuesday, November 12th, 6pm-8pm David E. Williams Middle
- [CONTEST | ‘Out boo’ your neighbors - 10/25 Last Day to Enter](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/contest-out-boo-your-neighbors-submission-deadline/)
- [Fall Craft & Vendor Event: Supporting McKees Rocks K-9 Fund](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/fall-craft-vendor-event-supporting-mckees-rocks-k-9-fund/) - Autumn Craft & Vendor Show 10.19.24 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. McKees Rocks VFW 1242 Chartiers Ave. McKees Rocks, PA 15136 Come shop with our vendors, grab some sweet treats from the bake sale, enter to win the BIG vendor raffle! - Proceeds benefit McKees Rocks Police K-9 Fund -
- [Cat Ears Revolution Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/cat-ears-revolution-spaghetti-dinner-fundraiser/) - SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER 12-6pm Sunday October 27, 2024 $12 adults $6 children under 12 Cash bar Bake Sale Auction Baskets 50/50 And much much more! All proceeds go to support spay/neuter for community cats in our west communities and Mckees Rocks communities. Help us to help our community by helping our community cats.
- [Community Clean Up - McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/community-clean-up-mckees-rocks/)
- [AGP Pizza Kitchen](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/agp-pizza-kitchen/) - The Archangel Gabriel Parish Pizza Kitchen is open on Fridays, beginning October 25. Our menu is available at ArchangelGabrielParish.org/Pizza. TO ORDER: Call 412-771-0848 (8:00 AM - 1:00 PM) PICK UP: By 6:00 PM at St. Malachy Cafeteria (343 Forest Grove Road)
- [Intro Webinar - Low Cost Monitoring Project](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/intro-webinar-low-cost-monitoring-project-2/) - Are you curious about the air quality in your home? Check out the Low Cost Monitoring Project (LCMP) from ROCIS. The LCMP is a free, virtual program. ROCIS loans you a kit of low-cost monitors that track small particles, radon, carbon monoxide, and more. Over the next four weeks, we help you interpret your data
- [Intro Webinar - Low Cost Monitoring Project](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/intro-webinar-low-cost-monitoring-project/) - Are you curious about the air quality in your home? Check out the Low Cost Monitoring Project (LCMP) from ROCIS. The LCMP is a free, virtual program. ROCIS loans you a kit of low-cost monitors that track small particles, radon, carbon monoxide, and more. Over the next four weeks, we help you interpret your data
- [McKees Rocks Historical Society October Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-historical-society-october-meeting/) - To celebrate the season, the October meeting will feature a video entitled "The McKees Rocks Ghost." Everyone Welcome....if you dare...
- [Kennedy native Luke Gallagher Debuts at The Pittsburgh Winery's Tasting Room](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/kennedy-native-luke-gallagher-debuts-at-the-pittsburgh-winerys-tasting-room/) - November 1st is Samhain (Sow-en) the pagan origin of Halloween that is observed from sunset October 31st to sunset on November 1st, marking the end of summer, the end of harvest and the beginning of the Celtic New Year. And who better to help celebrate Samhain than singer-songwriter Luke Gallagher in his debut performance at
- [Archangel Gabriel Parish Nationality Festival](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/archangel-gabriel-parish-nationality-festival/) - Archangel Gabriel Parish will once again host its annual Nationality Festival in Weirauch Hall and the St. Malachy Cafeteria on the St. Malachy Campus (343 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis, PA 15108). Event highlights will include: FOOD: Italian, Mexican, and American Booths| Hot, Fresh Donuts | Pierogis | Gyros | Desserts | Funnel Cakes | Kid’s
- [Sto-Rox Homecoming Parade/Football Game](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-homecoming-parade-football-game/) - Sto-Rox School District is preparing to celebrate Homecoming this weekend with a parade, a football game, and a dance in continuation of this annual tradition. Sto-Rox Student Council is sponsoring Sto-Rox Homecoming 2024: The Masquerade. Friday, September 27 At 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Homecoming Parade participants will meet at Sanvito Funeral Home, 1650 Broadway Ave,
- [Kennedy Twp. Parks & Recreation Presents: Movie in the Park!](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/kennedy-twp-parks-recreation-presents-movie-in-the-park/) - Kennedy Twp. Parks & Recreation Presents: Movie in the Park! Saturday, October 5 6:30 to 9 p.m. (Movie starts at sunset, approx. 6:55 p.m.) Feature Film: Inside Out 2 Fairhaven Park Field 2 38 Fairhaven Road, McKees Rocks, PA 15136 Concessions are available for purchase! Raffle tickets will be on sale (cash only!) to support
- [Sto-Rox Community Dinner](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-community-dinner/) - Join us on Wednesday, November 13 from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Sto-Rox Jr./Sr. High School Cafeteria for the district's annual community dinner. All members of our community, including providers are invited to attend. It would be a privilege to have you join us for this festive feast! We are working to make sure
- [Community Coalition Peace Walk & Cookout](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/community-coalition-peace-walk-cookout/) - Sto-Rox School District is taking part in a kickoff event for the Community Violence Reduction Initiative (CVRI) in our neighborhoods. On Tuesday, September 24th, a Peace Walk and Cookout will be held in McKees Rocks from 5 to 7:30 p.m. MORE INFORMATION: Brett Douthett at Focus on Renewal - bdouthett@forstorox.org Organized by Focus On Renewal
- [Sto-Rox Fall Festival](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-fall-festival/) - Join us on Friday, October 18 for the Sto-Rox Fall Festival! The theme of this year’s festival is Wellness and Reading. From 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., there will be handouts, "make and take" items, and a game for families focused on wellness and reading. This event precedes the final regular season Sto-Rox football game and
- [Expressing the Unseen ~ A Free Online Workshop to Help Provide Healing for Pregnancy Loss](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/expressing-the-unseen-a-free-online-workshop-to-help-provide-healing-for-pregnancy-loss/) - When Pittsburgh author and art therapist Hayley Wilds experienced her first miscarriage in 2017, she had no idea the challenging road that lay ahead. The silence and stigma she encountered made an already painful grieving process that much more difficult. Her recently released book, Creative Healing for Pregnancy Loss, endeavors to break that silence and give loss parents
- [Robinson Twp. Autumn Festival](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/robinson-twp-autumn-festival/) - Some of this year's features include: A variety of food, beverage, craft and informational vendors A number of inflatables, including new toddler-specific inflatable V-5 Ultimate bungee jump, rock-climbing wall, and a new trackless train for both children and adults An amusement park-rated ride for both children and adults Community youth group performances Let's Groove Tonight,
- [Sto-Rox Town Hall Meeting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/sto-rox-town-hall-meeting/) - The Sto-Rox School District will hold a town hall meeting on Monday, September 23 at the Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium. The theme for this upcoming town hall is Your Voice, Your Schools. During this town hall meeting, we will discuss all of the great things that are happening in your child’s schools Among the topics
- [Sto-Rox School Board Meeting - Agenda Review](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/school-board-meeting-agenda-review/) - The Sto-Rox School Board of Directors will hold its Agenda Review Meeting for September on Tuesday, September 17 at 7 p.m. at the Sto-Rox Jr./Sr. High School in the Cafeteria. Check out the district website for updated information including an agenda and the live stream link.
- [Sto-Rox School Board Meeting - Legislative Voting](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/school-board-meeting-legislative-voting/) - The Sto-Rox School Board of Directors will hold its Legislative Voting Meeting for September on Tuesday, September 26 at 7 p.m. at the Sto-Rox Jr./Sr. High School in the Cafeteria. Check out the district website for updated information including an agenda and the live stream link.
- [Montour Marching Band Festival](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/montour-marching-band-festival/)
- [Trunk or Treat: Stowe Twp](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/trunk-or-treat-stowe-twp/) - We are having a free trunk or treat event:
- [Parent Appreciation Night Event (Sto-Rox)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/parent-appreciation-night-event-storox/) - Save the date: Sto-Rox Parent Appreciation Night October 30, 2024 6-8 p.m. More details, including location, to come.
- [LEVEL Groundbreaking Dance Party](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/level-groundbreaking-dance-party/) - Join us on the dance floor to celebrate our GROUNDBREAKING to help make affordable homeownership a reality for many. At Level-Equity Building Inc, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home. Our mission is to support affordable homeownership and build vibrant, inclusive communities. September 18th, 6-9 p.m. at Spirit Lodge with Selecta, join us on
- [Walk-In Interviews Sept 12th at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-sept-12th-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - Walk-In Interviews Sept 12th at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp. office) Tired of endless job applications? Looking for a job that’s the right fit? Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West is here to help! Join us for Walk-In Interviews event on Thursday, September 12th from 10 AM to 2 PM. No appointment needed. (office address: 6200
- [Walk-In Interviews Sept. 5th at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp office)](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-sept-5th-at-express-pittsburgh-west-robinson-twp-office/) - Walk-In Interviews at Express Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp office) Thursday, 9/5 Stop wasting time on job boards that lead nowhere! The frustration of unanswered applications is real. Take a smarter approach with Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West at our Walk-In Interviews on Thursday, September 5 from 10AM-2PM at our Robinson Township office at 6200 Steubenville
- [Annual Community Trunk or Treat](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/annual-community-trunk-or-treat/) - There will be a costume giveaway Free bounce house Free Food
- [Stage 62 x Mad Mex - Fundraising Dinner](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/stage-62-x-mad-mex-fundraising-dinner/)
- [Walk-In Interviews at Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/walk-in-interviews-at-express-employment-professionals-pittsburgh-west/) - WE'RE HIRING! "Walk-In Interviews" EVERY THURSDAY at Express Employment Professionals Pittsburgh West (Robinson Twp & Monaca) Every Thursday from 10AM-2PM, job seekers are welcome to come to our Express Robinson Township office located at 6200 Steubenville Pike (Route 60), Robinson Twp to have an interview with one of our employment specialists. Our Express Monaca office
- [McKees Rocks Trestle Mural Dedication](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/trestle-mural-dedication/) - Do you like the mural installed at the trestle area of McKees Rocks? Join us to celebrate its dedication on Saturday, August 24rd at 1 p.m. at the mural location. MarySue Flick, Artist at Noble Design Studios and the McKees Rocks Women's Alliance are proud to host a dedication of the new mural at the
- [McKees Rocks Rotary Designer Purse Bingo](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-rotary-designer-purse-bingo/) - PLAY BINGO TO WIN BEAUTIFUL DESIGNER PURSES at the 2024 McKees Rocks Rotary Designer Purse Bingo Fundraiser! Join us on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at the Kennedy Township VFD Station 181, 1796 Pine Hollow Road, McKees Rocks, PA 15136 for an exciting afternoon of bingo and lots of chances to win fabulous designer purses! TICKET
- [Kennedy Community Days](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/kennedy-community-days/) - Times vary. See the flyer for days and times.
- [McKees Rocks Borough Community Day 2024](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/mckees-rocks-borough-community-day-2024/)
- [Crafton's Fall Fest](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/craftons-fall-fest/)
- [Back to School Celebration](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/back-to-school-celebration/)
- [United Rays Corvette Club Car Cruise](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/united-rays-corvette-club-car-cruise/)
- [Wild Wing Wednesdays](https://westhillsgazette.com/events/wild-wing-wednesdays/)
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- [Funding](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/funding/)
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- [Great American Seafood Contest](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/great-american-seafood-contest/)
- [GREATER MCKEES ROCKS AREA ROTARY CLUB](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/greater-mckees-rocks-area-rotary-club/)
- [Grow Program](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/grow-program/)
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- [Happy New Year](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/happy-new-year/)
- [Harrisburg Update](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/harrisburg-update/)
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- [Heritage Valley Health System](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/heritage-valley-health-system/)
- [High School Teacher of the Year Award](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/high-school-teacher-of-the-year-award/)
- [Highmark Health](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/highmark-health/)
- [History](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/history/)
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- [Income Tax](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/income-tax/)
- [Ingram](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ingram/)
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- [Investigation](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/investigation/)
- [Iron Horse Theatre](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/iron-horse-theatre/)
- [Jake DiMichele](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/jake-dimichele/)
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- [John Oliverio](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/john-oliverio/)
- [Kennedy Township](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/kennedy/)
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- [Keystone Communities Program](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/keystone-communities-program/)
- [LaRoi Johnson](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/laroi-johnson/)
- [Lead Pipes](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/lead-pipes/)
- [Learning Disabilities](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/learning-disabilities/)
- [Legacy Award](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/legacy-award/)
- [LOVE & MARRIAGE](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/love-marriage/)
- [Love Rocks Cafe](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/love-rocks-cafe/)
- [Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/liheap/)
- [Lynne Deliman](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/lynne-deliman/)
- [M-Powerhouse Community Haven](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/m-powerhouse-community-haven/)
- [MLB](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mlb/)
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- [Marlene Banks](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/marlene-banks/)
- [Martin Luther King Jr.](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/martin-luther-king-jr/)
- [Marvin Mills](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/marvin-mills/)
- [Mask Mandate](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mask-mandate/)
- [Mask Policy](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mask-policy/)
- [McKees Rocks](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mckees-rocks/)
- [McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mrcdc/)
- [McKees Rocks Historical Society](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mckees-rocks-historical-society/)
- [McKees Rocks Police](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mckees-rocks-police/)
- [McKees Rocks VFD](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mckees-rocks-fire/)
- [Meeting Policies](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/meeting-policies/)
- [Megan Van Fossan](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/megan-van-fossan/)
- [Memorial Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/memorial-day/)
- [Mental Health](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mental-health/)
- [Merger](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/merger/)
- [Michael Dixon | Coraopolis Mayor](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/michael-dixon/)
- [Montour Junction](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/montour-junction/)
- [Montour](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/montour/)
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- [Moon Township](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/moon/)
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- [Moon Area Tigers](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/moon-area-tigers/)
- [Municipal](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/municipal/)
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- [National Response Standards](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/national-response-standards/)
- [NBA](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/nba/)
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- [Neville Chemical](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/neville-chemical/)
- [New Year](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/new-year/)
- [New Year's resolution](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/new-years-resolution/)
- [NFL](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/nfl/)
- [Nick Radoycis](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/nick-radoycis/)
- [Ohio Valley Hospital](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ohio-valley-hospital/)
- [OLSH Chargers](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/olsh-chargers/)
- [OLSH Head Coach](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/olsh-head-coach/)
- [Omicron](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/omicron/)
- [On The Agenda](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/on-the-agenda/)
- [PA House District 18](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-house-district-18/)
- [PA House District 27](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-house-district-27/)
- [PA House District 45](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-house-district-45/)
- [PA Lt. Gov. John Fetterman](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-lt-gov-john-fetterman/)
- [PA Senate District 37](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-senate-district-37/)
- [PA Senate District 42](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-senate-district-42/)
- [PA Senator Devlin Robinson](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/devlin-robinson/)
- [PA. Game Commission](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-game-commission/)
- [PA. Public Utility Commission (PUC)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/puc/)
- [PA. Rep. Anita Kulik](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/anita-kulik/)
- [PA. Rep. Mike Doyle](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mike-doyle/)
- [PA. Sen. Wayne Fontana](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wayne-fontana/)
- [Parkway West Rotary Club](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/parkway-west-rotary-club/)
- [Pennsbury](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pennsbury/)
- [Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/penndot/)
- [Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pennsylvania-infrastructure-investment-authority/)
- [Peoples Gas](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/peoples-gas/)
- [Person Of The Year](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/person-of-the-year/)
- [PIAA](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/piaa/)
- [PIAA Championship](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/piaa-championship/)
- [Pittsburgh](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pittsburgh/)
- [Pittsburgh Pirates](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pittsburgh-pirates/)
- [Pittsburgh Riverhounds](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pittsburgh-riverhounds/)
- [Pittsburgh Steelers](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pittsburgh-steelers/)
- [Planning](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/planning/)
- [Player of the Week](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/player-of-the-week/)
- [PNC Bank](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pnc-bank/)
- [Police Departments](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/police-departments/)
- [Rick Deliman, McKees Rocks Police Chief](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/rick-deliman/)
- [Police Imposter](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/police-imposter/)
- [Police Reports](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/police-reports/)
- [Politics](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/politics/)
- [Population](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/population/)
- [Potholes](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/potholes/)
- [Poverty](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/poverty/)
- [Power Of One](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/power-of-one/)
- [Profile](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/profile/)
- [Property Sales](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/property-sales/)
- [Property Tax](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/property-tax/)
- [Protest](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/protest/)
- [Public Safety](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/public-safety/)
- [Public Works](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/public-works/)
- [Publisher](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/publisher/)
- [Real Estate](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/real-estate/)
- [Recipes](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/recipes/)
- [Recognition](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/recognition/)
- [Recreation](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/recreation/)
- [Redevelopment](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/redevelopment/)
- [Redevelopment and Capital Assistance Program](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/redevelopment-and-capital-assistance-program/)
- [Redistricting](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/redistricting/)
- [Resignation](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/resignation/)
- [Retirement](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/retirement/)
- [Right To Know](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/right-to-know/)
- [Riverlife](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/riverlife/)
- [Roadwork](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/roadwork/)
- [Robin Parilla, Stowe Twp Commissioner](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/robin-parilla/)
- [Robinson Township](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/robinson/)
- [Robinson Twp Police](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/robinson-police/)
- [Robinson Township Historical Society](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/robinson-township-historical-society/)
- [Robinson Twp VFD](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/robinson-fire/)
- [Rosslyn Farms](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/rosslyn-farms/)
- [Safety](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/safety/)
- [Sam Nucci](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sam-nucci/)
- [Satire](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/satire/)
- [Saw Mill Run](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/saw-mill-run/)
- [Scams](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/scams/)
- [School Funding](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/school-funding/)
- [School News](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/school-news/)
- [Science](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/science/)
- [Scotland](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/scotland/)
- [Sheraden](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sheraden/)
- [Social Conscience](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/social-conscience/)
- [Social Media](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/social-media/)
- [St. Philip](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/st-philip/)
- [State Funding](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/state-funding/)
- [Steven Bressler](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/steven-bressler/)
- [Sto-Rox Athletic Director](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sto-rox-athletic-director/)
- [Sto-Rox Head Coach](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sto-rox-head-coach/)
- [Sto-Rox Neighborhood Health Council](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sto-rox-neighborhood-health-council/)
- [Sto-Rox](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sto-rox/)
- [Sto-Rox Vikings](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sto-rox-vikings/)
- [Store Closing](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/store-closing/)
- [Stowe](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/stowe/)
- [Stowe Twp Police](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/stowe-police/)
- [Stowe Twp VFD](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/stowe-fire/)
- [Streetscape Renovation Plan](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/streetscape-renovation-plan/)
- [Strip Club](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/strip-club/)
- [Support](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/support/)
- [Tax Collector](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tax-collector/)
- [Taxes](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/taxes/)
- [Technology](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/technology/)
- [Thank You](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/thank-you/)
- [Thanksgiving](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/thanksgiving/)
- [The Residence at Willow Lane](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/the-residence-at-willow-lane/)
- [Thornburg](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/thornburg/)
- [Three Rivers Heritage Trail](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/three-rivers-heritage-trail/)
- [Three Rivers Water Trail](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/three-rivers-water-trail/)
- [Tolls](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tolls/)
- [Tracey Pedersen](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tracey-pedersen/)
- [Trading Cards](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/trading-cards/)
- [Tradition](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tradition/)
- [Traffic](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/traffic/)
- [Train Station](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/train-station/)
- [Transmission Line Overhaul](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/transmission-line-overhaul/)
- [Trash](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/trash/)
- [Travel](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/travel/)
- [Tribute](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tribute/)
- [Trick or Treat](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/trick-or-treat/)
- [U.S. House District 17](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/us-house-district-17/)
- [U.S. Navy Admiral Thomas J. Anderson](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/us-navy-admiral-thomas-j-anderson/)
- [U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/chris-deluzio/)
- [U.S. Rep. Conor Lamb](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/conor-lamb/)
- [U.S. Senate Pennsylvania](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/us-senate-pennsylvania/)
- [Urban Redevelopment Authority](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/urban-redevelopment-authority/)
- [USS Pittsburgh](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/uss-pittsburgh/)
- [Valentine's Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/valentines-day/)
- [Veterans](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/veterans/)
- [Veterans Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/veterans-day/)
- [VFW District 29 PAO](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/vfw-district-29-pao/)
- [VFW Post 418](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/vfw-post-418/)
- [Violent Crime](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/violent-crime/)
- [Voter Turnout](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/voter-turnout/)
- [Voting](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/voting/)
- [Wandering Through Life](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wandering-through-life/)
- [Waste Management](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/waste-management/)
- [Welcome Signs](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/welcome-signs/)
- [Welcome to Sto-Rox](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/welcome-to-sto-rox/)
- [West End](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/west-end/)
- [West Hills JOG](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/west-hills-jog/)
- [Westside Pittsburgh](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/westside-pittsburgh/)
- [Woman-Owned Business](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/woman-owned-business/)
- [WPIAL](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wpial/)
- [WPIAL Championship](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wpial-championship/)
- [Year In Review](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/year-in-review/)
- [Year of the Tiger](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/year-of-the-tiger/)
- [YMCA](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ymca/)
- [Zoning](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/zoning/)
- [Performance](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/performance/)
- [Coin Shortage](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/coin-shortage/)
- [Technology & Math (STEM)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/technology-math-stem/)
- [Ed Gainey | Pittsburgh Mayor](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ed-gainey/)
- [Junior Achievement](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/junior-achievement/)
- [National Library Lovers Month](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/national-library-lovers-month/)
- [War](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/war/)
- [Prayer](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/prayer/)
- [Ukraine](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ukraine/)
- [Russia](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/russia/)
- [Invasion](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/invasion/)
- [Fire](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/fire/)
- [Recycling](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/recycling/)
- [Demolition](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/demolition/)
- [Coraopolis Historical Society](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/coraopolis-historical-society/)
- [WTAE](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wtae/)
- [Robert Morris University](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/robert-morris-university/)
- [Tom Wolf](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tom-wolf/)
- [Gymnastics](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/gymnastics/)
- [Women's History Month](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/womens-history-month/)
- [Women](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/women/)
- [Crafton Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/crafton-park/)
- [Speed Limit](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/speed-limit/)
- [McKees Rocks Women’s Alliance](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mckees-rocks-womens-alliance/)
- [Lawsuits](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/lawsuits/)
- [Audit](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/audit/)
- [YaJagoo! Media](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/yajagoo-media/)
- [Pizza](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pizza/)
- [Around Town](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/around-town/)
- [April Fools Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/april-fools-day/)
- [Carnegie](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/carnegie/)
- [Easter](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/easter/)
- [Crivelli Chevrolet](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/crivelli-chevrolet/)
- [Golden Quill](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/golden-quill/)
- [Mall at Robinson](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mall-at-robinson/)
- [West Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/west-park/)
- [Metalico](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/metalico/)
- [Mother's Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mothers-day/)
- [Athletes of Action Organization](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/athletes-of-action-organization/)
- [Sheraden Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sheraden-park/)
- [Pools](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pools/)
- [Clever Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/clever-park/)
- [Shooting](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/shooting/)
- [Security](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/security/)
- [Mike Pendel](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mike-pendel/)
- [National Pizza Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/national-pizza-day/)
- [Pizza Contest](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pizza-contest/)
- [Driving Under the Influence (DUI)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/dui/)
- [Bishop Canevin](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/bishop-canevin/)
- [Softball](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/softball/)
- [Special Education](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/special-education/)
- [School Safety](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/school-safety/)
- [Police Department](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/police-department/)
- [Civil War](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/civil-war/)
- [Volleyball](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/volleyball/)
- [Supply](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/supply/)
- [Shortage](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/shortage/)
- [Ruth Pompey](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ruth-pompey/)
- [LeeAnn Wozniak | McKees Rocks Borough Manager](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/leeann-wozniak/)
- [Bridgeville](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/bridgeville/)
- [Judgement](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/judgement/)
- [Juneteenth](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/juneteenth/)
- [Medicaid](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/medicaid/)
- [Gun Violence](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/gun-violence/)
- [Holiday](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/holiday/)
- [Celebration](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/celebration/)
- [Scholarship](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/scholarship/)
- [Letter To The Editor](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/letter-to-the-editor/)
- [Editorial](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/editorial/)
- [Netflix](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/netflix/)
- [Liquor Control Board (LCB)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/lcb/)
- [PA. Constitutional Amendment](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-constitutional-amendment/)
- [Privatization](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/privatization/)
- [Landslide](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/landslide/)
- [Pride in Crafton](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pride-in-crafton/)
- [Pride Month](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pride-month/)
- [Parade](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/parade/)
- [Summer](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/summer/)
- [Settlers Cabin Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/settlers-cabin-park/)
- [Sheraden Park Pool](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sheraden-park-pool/)
- [Westwood Pool](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/westwood-pool/)
- [Avonworth Pool](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/avonworth-pool/)
- [Moon Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/moon-park/)
- [Raccoon Creek State Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/raccoon-creek-state-park/)
- [Kenny Pickett](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/kenny-pickett/)
- [Newspaper](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/newspaper/)
- [Podcast](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/podcast/)
- [New Hires](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/new-hires/)
- [Sto-Rox School Police](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sto-rox-school-police/)
- [Farmers Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/farmers-market/)
- [Fresh Produce](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/fresh-produce/)
- [Cleanup](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/cleanup/)
- [Chartiers Creek](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/chartiers-creek/)
- [Appointment](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/appointment/)
- [Construction](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/construction/)
- [Crafton Boulevard Streetscape](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/crafton-boulevard-streetscape/)
- [Boys and Girls Club](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/boys-girls-club/)
- [Asylum Seekers](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/asylum-seekers/)
- [Refugees](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/refugees/)
- [Vacant Property](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/vacant-property/)
- [Allegheny County Vacant Property Recovery program](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/allegheny-county-vacant-property-recovery-program/)
- [Boy Scouts](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/boy-scouts/)
- [Boxing](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/boxing/)
- [Olympics](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/olympics/)
- [NorthWest EMS](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/northwest-ems/)
- [Ambulance](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ambulance/)
- [Port Authority of Allegheny County](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/port-authority-of-allegheny-county/)
- [Pittsburgh Regional Transit](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pittsburgh-regional-transit/)
- [Just Discipline Project](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/just-discipline-project/)
- [Restorative practices](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/restorative-practices/)
- [Crafton Elementary](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/crafton-elementary/)
- [North Fayette](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/north-fayette/)
- [McKees Rocks Bridge](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mckees-rocks-bridge/)
- [Education Spending](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/education-spending/)
- [Flat Earth](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/flat-earth/)
- [National Dachshund Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/national-dachshund-day/)
- [Complaint](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/complaint/)
- [License Plates](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/license-plates/)
- [Fairywood](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/fairywood/)
- [Broadhead Manor](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/broadhead-manor/)
- [Industrial Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/industrial-park/)
- [Rangers Field](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/rangers-field/)
- [School Supplies](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/school-supplies/)
- [Best Yard Contest](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/best-yard-contest/)
- [Animal Friends](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/animal-friends/)
- [Clever Road Estates](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/clever-road-estates/)
- [Housing Development](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/housing-development/)
- [Community Profile](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/community-profile/)
- [Minimum Wage](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/minimum-wage/)
- [Credit Card Fees](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/credit-card-fees/)
- [Infrastructure](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/infrastructure/)
- [Thornburg Bridge](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/thornburg-bridge/)
- [Overdose](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/overdose/)
- [Landlords](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/landlords/)
- [Salt Box](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/salt-box/)
- [Chill Project](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/chill-project/)
- [Arrest](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/arrest/)
- [RubyRide](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/rubyride/)
- [Transportation](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/transportation/)
- [Addiction](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/addiction/)
- [Global Warming](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/global-warming/)
- [Climate Change](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/climate-change/)
- [Inflation Reduction Act](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/inflation-reduction-act/)
- [Faithbridge Community Church](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/faithbridge-community-church/)
- [University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/university-of-pittsburgh-medical-center-upmc/)
- [Labor Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/labor-day/)
- [Gemini Theater Company](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/gemini-theater-company/)
- [Build Program](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/build-program/)
- [Fire Inspection Program](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/fire-inspection-program/)
- [Crisis Response Program](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/crisis-response-program/)
- [Greg Clarke | Kennedy Twp Manager](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/greg-clarke/)
- [Mel Weinstein](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mel-weinstein/)
- [Cyber Charter Schools](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/cyber-charter-schools/)
- [Archie Brinza](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/archie-brinza/)
- [Little Vikings Football](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/little-vikings-football/)
- [Contract Dispute](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/contract-dispute/)
- [Parking](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/parking/)
- [Gina Beavers](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/gina-beavers/)
- [Nonprofit Organization](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/nonprofit-organization/)
- [Off the Floor Furniture Bank](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/off-the-floor-furniture-bank/)
- [Volunteers](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/volunteers/)
- [Animal Care](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/animal-care/)
- [Cats](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/cats/)
- [Pets](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pets/)
- [Cat Ears Revolution](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/cat-ears-revolution/)
- [Wayne Wickline](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wayne-wickline/)
- [Cassidy Wickline](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/cassidy-wickline/)
- [Dogs](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/dogs/)
- [Tony Ficarri](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tony-ficarri/)
- [Dominic T. Roppa Memorial Award](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/dominic-t-roppa-memorial-award/)
- [National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/national-italian-american-sports-hall-of-fame/)
- [Health](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/health/)
- [Paul Kamenar](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/paul-kamenar/)
- [McKees Rocks Firefighters](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mckees-rocks-firefighters/)
- [Carlynton Little Cougars](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/carlynton-little-cougars/)
- [Pennsylvania Resources Council](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pennsylvania-resources-council/)
- [Settlers Cabin Wave Pool](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/settlers-cabin-wave-pool/)
- [Allegheny County Sheriff's Department](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/allegheny-county-sheriffs-department/)
- [Recycle Event](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/recycle-event/)
- [True Diamonds](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/true-diamonds/)
- [Emergency Response](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/emergency-response/)
- [Asphalt Road Prevantative Maintenance Program](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/asphalt-road-prevantative-maintenance-program/)
- [Online Payments](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/online-payments/)
- [Online Meetings](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/online-meetings/)
- [Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/lihwap/)
- [Covid-19 Relief Funds](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/covid-19-relief-funds/)
- [Fall (Autumn)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/fall/)
- [Spring](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/spring/)
- [Winter](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/winter/)
- [Prizes](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/prizes/)
- [Black Forge Coffee House](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/black-forge-coffee-house/)
- [The Bloomin’ Bar at Muetzel’s Florist](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/the-bloomin-bar-at-muetzels-florist/)
- [Riverfront Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/riverfront-park/)
- [Rich Fitzgerald](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/rich-fitzgerald/)
- [Ken Huston](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ken-huston/)
- [Rite Aid](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/rite-aid/)
- [McDermott Funeral Home](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mcdermott-funeral-home/)
- [Dollar General](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/dollar-general/)
- [Independence Day (July 4th)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/independence-day/)
- [Homecoming](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/homecoming/)
- [Carnival](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/carnival/)
- [Author Thomas White](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/author-thomas-white/)
- [Josh Jenkins](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/josh-jenkins/)
- [Gannon Kadlecik](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/gannon-kadlecik/)
- [Jasmine Kirkland](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/jasmine-kirkland/)
- [Cheerleading](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/cheerleading/)
- [Paul Sroka](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/paul-sroka/)
- [Horizon Properties Group](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/horizon-properties-group/)
- [Lorish Road](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/lorish-road/)
- [Ken Hohman](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ken-hohman/)
- [Censured](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/censured/)
- [Park Manor Drive](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/park-manor-drive/)
- [Burkett Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/burkett-park/)
- [Building Improvements](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/building-improvements/)
- [PA Department of Education (PDE)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-department-of-education/)
- [Financial Recovery Transitional Loan](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/financial-recovery-transitional-loan/)
- [Recovery Plan](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/recovery-plan/)
- [Energy Efficiency](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/energy-efficiency/)
- [Information Technology](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/information-technology/)
- [The Counseling Initiative](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/the-counseling-initiative/)
- [Crisis Center North](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/crisis-center-north/)
- [Sto-Ken-Rox Lions Club](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sto-ken-rox-lions-club/)
- [Presston VFD](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/presston-vfd/)
- [Ricci's Italian Sausage](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/riccis-italian-sausage/)
- [Fire Departments](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/fire-departments/)
- [Internal Revenue Service (IRS)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/irs/)
- [Regional Tunnel System](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/regional-tunnel-system/)
- [Clean Water Act](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/clean-water-act/)
- [Elder Abuse](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/elder-abuse/)
- [Voter Rolls](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/voter-rolls/)
- [Deceased Electors](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/deceased-electors/)
- [Aiken Road](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/aiken-road/)
- [US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/us-department-of-housing-and-urban-development/)
- [Welcome Baskets](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/welcome-baskets/)
- [St. Malachy](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/st-malachy/)
- [Accordion](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/accordion/)
- [Moon Run Slovenian Hall](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/moon-run-slovenian-hall/)
- [American Legion Post 862](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/american-legion-post-862/)
- [Good Mansion Wines](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/good-mansion-wines/)
- [Wine](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wine/)
- [Cookie Cookie Ice Cream](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/cookie-cookie-ice-cream/)
- [Kennedy Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/kennedy-center/)
- [Hometown Heroes](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/hometown-heroes/)
- [Military Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/military-night/)
- [Pennsylvania Army National Guard](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pennsylvania-army-national-guard/)
- [Fairhaven Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/fairhaven-park/)
- [Body Cameras](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/body-cameras/)
- [Dashboard Cameras](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/dashboard-cameras/)
- [Multi-Municipal Zoning Project](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/multi-municipal-zoning-project/)
- [Ribbon Cutting Ceremony](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ribbon-cutting-ceremony/)
- [Third Street Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/third-street-park/)
- [Allegheny Cleanways](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/allegheny-cleanways/)
- [Lower Chartiers Watershed Association](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/lower-chartiers-watershed-association/)
- [Moon Millennium Properties](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/moon-millennium-properties/)
- [Frank Cupelli](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/frank-cupelli/)
- [Miles Bryan School](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/miles-bryan-school/)
- [Miles Bryan Development](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/miles-bryan-development/)
- [Forest Grove Road](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/forest-grove-road/)
- [Forest Grove Elementary School](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/forest-grove-elementary-school/)
- [Kaclik Builders](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/kaclik-builders/)
- [Storm Sewer Drainage](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/storm-sewer-drainage/)
- [PA House District 44](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-house-district-44/)
- [PA Governor](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-governor/)
- [Best in Community Journalism](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/best-in-community-journalism/)
- [Greater Pittsburgh Community Media Awards](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/greater-pittsburgh-community-media-awards/)
- [First Responders](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/first-responders/)
- [Manufacturing](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/manufacturing/)
- [Jobs](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/jobs/)
- [Viking Bucks](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/viking-bucks/)
- [What's Happening in Your Schools](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/whats-happening-in-your-schools/)
- [Challenge](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/challenge/)
- [Sto-Rox PTO](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sto-rox-pto/)
- [Pittsburgh Community Television Award for Excellence in Local Journalism](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pittsburgh-community-television-award-for-excellence-in-local-journalism/)
- [Trunk or Treat](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/trunk-or-treat/)
- [Nosferatu](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/nosferatu/)
- [Horror](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/horror/)
- [Out Boo Your Neighbor](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/out-boo-your-neighbor/)
- [Coach of the Week](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/coach-of-the-week/)
- [Weapons](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/weapons/)
- [Community Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/community-center/)
- [Chartiers Avenue](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/chartiers-avenue/)
- [Carnegie Elementary Free Store](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/carnegie-elementary-free-store/)
- [Honus Wagner Stadium](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/honus-wagner-stadium/)
- [PAES Lab](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/paes-lab/)
- [Colleen Frankel](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/colleen-frankel/)
- [Chris Captline](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/chris-captline/)
- [Michael Duca](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/michael-duca/)
- [Grants](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/grants/)
- [Riverfront](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/riverfront/)
- [Warehouse](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/warehouse/)
- [Suncap Property](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/suncap-property/)
- [Fees](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/fees/)
- [Suggested Resignation](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/suggested-resignation/)
- [Renovations](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/renovations/)
- [Sto-Rox Family Health Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sto-rox-family-health-center/)
- [Mobile Clinic](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mobile-clinic/)
- [Covid-19 Vaccine](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/covid-19-vaccine/)
- [Glucose Screening](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/glucose-screening/)
- [Blood Pressure](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/blood-pressure/)
- [Covid-19 Test](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/covid-19-test/)
- [The American Rescue Plan](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/the-american-rescue-plan/)
- [Blood Donations](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/blood-donations/)
- [BusPatrol](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/buspatrol/)
- [ABC Transit](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/abc-transit/)
- [PA Stop Arm Law](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-stop-arm-law/)
- [School Bus](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/school-bus/)
- [Citations](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/citations/)
- [Crafton Boulevard Sewer Separation Project](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/crafton-boulevard-sewer-separation-project/)
- [Sewer Pipe](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sewer-pipe/)
- [Parking Lot](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/parking-lot/)
- [Sewage Overflows](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sewage-overflows/)
- [Opportunity](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/opportunity/)
- [Racial Disparity](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/racial-disparity/)
- [Educational Opportunity](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/educational-opportunity/)
- [School Funding Disparity](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/school-funding-disparity/)
- [Health Insurance](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/health-insurance/)
- [SB1201](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sb1201/)
- [SB225](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sb225/)
- [Medicare Open Enrollment](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/medicare-open-enrollment/)
- [Medicare](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/medicare/)
- [Montour Run Creek](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/montour-run-creek/)
- [GoFundMe](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/gofundme/)
- [Montour Trail](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/montour-trail/)
- [Toxicology](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/toxicology/)
- [911](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/911/)
- [Phillip Levasseur](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/phillip-levasseur/)
- [Golden Triangle Construction Co.](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/golden-triangle-construction-co/)
- [Blue Eagle Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/blue-eagle-market/)
- [Anytime Market](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/anytime-market/)
- [Mo Khan](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mo-khan/)
- [Sonny Jani](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sonny-jani/)
- [Bank Jani](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/bank-jani/)
- [Light Up Night](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/light-up-night/)
- [Holiday Celebrations](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/holiday-celebrations/)
- [Tree Lighting](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tree-lighting/)
- [Speed Humps](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/speed-humps/)
- [Petition](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/petition/)
- [Coraopolis Memorial Library](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/coraopolis-memorial-library/)
- [Birko Stadium](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/birko-stadium/)
- [Federal Trade Commission (FTC)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ftc/)
- [Shade Tree Commission](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/shade-tree-commission/)
- [Rosedale Technical College](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/rosedale-technical-college/)
- [Coraopolis Ridge Avenue Tot Lot](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/coraopolis-ridge-avenue-tot-lot/)
- [Allegheny County Clean Air Now (ACCAN)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/accan/)
- [Grievances](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/grievances/)
- [Wolbert's Autobody & Repair Shop](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wolberts-autobody-repair-shop/)
- [National Association of School Resource Officers](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/national-association-of-school-resource-officers/)
- [Parental Waiver](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/parental-waiver/)
- [Disciplinary Action](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/disciplinary-action/)
- [Presston](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/presston/)
- [Presston Veterans Memorial](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/presston-veterans-memorial/)
- [Veteran of the Year](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/veteran-of-the-year/)
- [Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ptsd/)
- [Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/va/)
- [Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/vfw/)
- [Prisoner of War (POW)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pow/)
- [Kohan Retail Investment Group](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/kohan-retail-investment-group/)
- [QIC US Management](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/qic-us-management/)
- [Lame Duck](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/lame-duck/)
- [Matt Chapman, Stowe Twp Fire Chief](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/matt-chapman/)
- [Joe DeFazio | Presston Firefighter](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/joe-defazio/)
- [Charges Filed](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/charges-filed/)
- [Holiday Shopping](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/holiday-shopping/)
- [Black Friday](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/black-friday/)
- [Salvation Army](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/salvation-army/)
- [Walmart](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/walmart/)
- [Kurt Angle](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/kurt-angle/)
- [Holiday Movies](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/holiday-movies/)
- [Charity](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/charity/)
- [Toys for Tots](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/toys-for-tots/)
- [Shop with a Cop](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/shop-with-a-cop/)
- [Protection from Abuse (PFA)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pfa/)
- [Deana's Law](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/deanas-law/)
- [New Laws](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/new-laws/)
- [Candidates](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/candidates/)
- [Antique](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/antique/)
- [Sewage](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sewage/)
- [Pennsylvania Sunshine Law](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pennsylvania-sunshine-law/)
- [St. Phillips Ascension Roman Catholic Church](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/st-phillips-ascension-roman-catholic-church/)
- [Crafton/Ingram church](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/crafton-ingram-church/)
- [Community Support](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/community-support/)
- [St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/st-john-evangelical-lutheran-church/)
- [Christ Community Church](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/christ-community-church/)
- [Blue Christmas (Longest Night)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/blue-christmas/)
- [UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/upmc-childrens-hospital-of-pittsburgh/)
- [Karen Onoffrey](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/karen-onoffrey/)
- [Players to Watch](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/players-to-watch/)
- [Damar Hamlin](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/damar-hamlin/)
- [Central Catholic](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/central-catholic/)
- [University of Pittsburgh](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/university-of-pittsburgh/)
- [The Chasing M’S Foundation](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/the-chasing-ms-foundation/)
- [Law Enforcement (Police)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/police/)
- [McDonald's](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mcdonalds/)
- [Child Labor Violations](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/child-labor-violations/)
- [Ordinance](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ordinance/)
- [Violations](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/violations/)
- [Drones](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/drones/)
- [Salaries (Wages)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/salaries/)
- [Dylan Laplante | Northwest EMS District Chief](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/dylan-laplante/)
- [Matt Preininger | Stowe Twp Police Chief](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/matt-preininger/)
- [Cross Country](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/cross-country/)
- [Robert Naylor | Montour Coach](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/robert-naylor/)
- [Drug Overdose](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/drug-overdose/)
- [Narcan (Naloxone)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/narcan/)
- [Jen Yuvan | Robinson Twp Director of Parks and Recreation](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/jen-yuvan/)
- [West End Bridge](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/west-end-bridge/)
- [Detour](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/detour/)
- [Automated Red-Light Enforcement fund (ARLE)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/arle/)
- [Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pwsa/)
- [West View Water Authority (WVWA)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wvwa/)
- [PENNVEST](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pennvest/)
- [Water](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/water/)
- [Jim Price | Crafton Borough Manager](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/jim-price/)
- [Ray McCutcheon, Coraopolis Borough Manager](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/ray-mccutcheon/)
- [Orlando Falcione](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/orlando-falcione/)
- [Riverview Sanitary Authority](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/riverview-sanitary-authority/)
- [Good Landlords Review](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/good-landlords-review/)
- [Tenant (Renter)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tenant/)
- [Reviews](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/reviews/)
- [Rating](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/rating/)
- [Kelly Cropper-Hall | President of the Stowe Twp Board of Commissioners](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/kelly-cropper-hall/)
- [Jeffrey Paul](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/jeffrey-paul/)
- [Roberta Farls, Stowe Twp Borough Secretary](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/roberta-farls/)
- [Cheryl McDermott, Stowe Twp Commissioner](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/cheryl-mcdermott/)
- [Digital Access](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/digital-access/)
- [Resident Participation & Feedback](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/resident-participation/)
- [Sewer System](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sewer-system/)
- [Journalism](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/journalism/)
- [Michelle Nowakowski](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/michelle-nowakowski/)
- [Theater](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/theater/)
- [Steeler Nation](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/steeler-nation/)
- [National Radon Action Month](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/national-radon-action-month/)
- [Radon](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/radon/)
- [Pamela Pulkownik, Crafton Councilmember](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pamela-pulkownik/)
- [DaLisha Hoszowski | Sto-Rox Treasurer](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/dalisha-hoszowski/)
- [Adrienne Roberts | Sto-Rox Vice President](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/adrienne-roberts/)
- [School Libraries](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/school-libraries/)
- [Kimberly Price](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/kimberly-price/)
- [Age-Friendly](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/age-friendly/)
- [Tree of Life Shooting](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tree-of-life-shooting/)
- [Guilty Plea](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/guilty-plea/)
- [Assault](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/assault/)
- [Harassment](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/harassment/)
- [WPIAL Hall of Fame](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wpial-hall-of-fame/)
- [Bill Palermo](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/bill-palermo/)
- [Lent](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/lent/)
- [Fish Fry](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/fish-fry/)
- [Robinson Twp Library](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/robinson-twp-library/)
- [National Day of Prayer](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/national-day-of-prayer/)
- [Woltz & Wind Ford](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/woltz-wind-ford/)
- [Paul Triko Gazebo](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/paul-triko-gazebo/)
- [Crafton Master Site Development Plan](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/crafton-master-site-development-plan/)
- [Linwood Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/linwood-park/)
- [Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/snap/)
- [Food Banks/Food Pantries](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/food-banks/)
- [Allegheny Intermediate Unit (AIU)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/aiu/)
- [Sto-Rox Family Center](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sto-rox-family-center/)
- [Gambling](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/gambling/)
- [PA Constitution](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pa-constitution/)
- [Mardi Gras](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mardi-gras/)
- [Robinson EMS](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/robinson-ems/)
- [Jimmy Lind](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/jimmy-lind/)
- [Solar Crosswalk Signs](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/solar-crosswalk-signs/)
- [Wellness Event](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/wellness-event/)
- [Mike Stepek Jr](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/mike-stepek-jr/)
- [Donald Baird](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/donald-baird/)
- [Josh Kemp](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/josh-kemp/)
- [Staffing](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/staffing/)
- [Stop Signs](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/stop-signs/)
- [Carol Faulkner Williams Cancer Support Group](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/carol-faulkner-williams-cancer-support-group/)
- [Guest Editorial](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/guest-editorial/)
- [Train Derailment](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/train-derailment/)
- [East Palestine, Ohio](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/east-palestine-ohio/)
- [Norfolk Southern](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/norfolk-southern/)
- [Hazardous Materials](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/hazardous-materials/)
- [Toxic Chemicals](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/toxic-chemicals/)
- [St. Patrick's Day](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/st-patricks-day/)
- [Myths](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/myths/)
- [Girl Scouts](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/girl-scouts/)
- [Girl Scout Cookies](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/girl-scout-cookies/)
- [Weather](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/weather/)
- [Road Salt](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/road-salt/)
- [Pittsburgh Penguins](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pittsburgh-penguins/)
- [Kylee Crawshaw](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/kylee-crawshaw/)
- [Most Valuable Principals](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/most-valuable-principals/)
- [Litter League Competition](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/litter-league-competition/)
- [Riverview Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/riverview-park/)
- [Easter Egg Hunt](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/easter-egg-hunt/)
- [Farihaven Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/farihaven-park/)
- [Website](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/website/)
- [Steel City DeMolay](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/steel-city-demolay/)
- [Shannon Tomei](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/shannon-tomei/)
- [Bill Rose](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/bill-rose/)
- [Violence](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/violence/)
- [Rocky Bleier](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/rocky-bleier/)
- [Jon Kolb](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/jon-kolb/)
- [Pierogi](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pierogi/)
- [Dear Dr. Roach](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/dear-dr-roach/)
- [Community Input](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/community-input/)
- [Union Ave](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/union-ave/)
- [Proclamation](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/proclamation/)
- [Cubbage Hill](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/cubbage-hill/)
- [Sanitary Sewer](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/sanitary-sewer/)
- [Coraopolis Community Development Corporation (CCDC)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/coraopolis-community-development-corporation/)
- [Michael Hauser](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/michael-hauser/)
- [Allegheny County Department of Human Services](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/allegheny-county-department-of-human-services/)
- [Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pennsylvania-commission-on-crime-and-delinquency/)
- [Davis Consulting](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/davis-consulting/)
- [Violence Intervention Building Empowerment (VIBE)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/violence-intervention-building-empowerment/)
- [Becoming A Man (BAM)](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/becoming-a-man/)
- [Debbie Scribner](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/debbie-scribner/)
- [Tap Club](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/tap-club/)
- [Steel City Duck Derby](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/steel-city-duck-derby/)
- [Partners for Quality](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/partners-for-quality/)
- [Allegheny Commons Park](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/allegheny-commons-park/)
- [Pittsburgh | North Side](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/pittsburgh-north-side/)
- [King of Fools](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/king-of-fools/)
- [Nancy Rees](https://westhillsgazette.com/tag/nancy-rees/)
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