Bishop Canevin High School is set to receive a $350,000 grant for gym renovations, part of a $7.6 million funding package aimed at enhancing community infrastructure in the 42nd senatorial district, with several neighboring projects also receiving support.
Pennsylvania American Water is initiating a $2 million project in Crafton and Green Tree to replace nearly one mile of outdated water mains. This upgrade aims to enhance water reliability and flow for approximately 125 customers, with completion projected for spring 2026.
West Hills communities will receive grants from the Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund. The funding will support various projects, including waterline replacements, park upgrades, and infrastructure improvements, enhancing public safety and community quality of life.
Efforts to update Crafton Borough's zoning ordinance face resident discontent over potential issues, like small residential units and inadequate public input. While borough officials assert flexibility promotes housing accessibility, some community members demand impact analyses and more inclusive development practices.
Political uncertainty at the federal level complicates budgeting for state and local governments, reliant on federal funding. Potential cuts to essential programs necessitate exploring new revenue sources, such as legalizing adult use cannabis, despite concerns over “sin” taxes.
The Pennsylvania Legislature is debating budget strategies amid uncertain federal funding, exploring new revenue sources like taxes on skill games and adult-use cannabis, while preparing for a June 30 budget deadline.
Progress on an infrastructure project to keep stormwater from entering the sanitary sewers beneath two streets in the Cubbage Hill neighborhood of Carnegie received an update from Borough Councilman Rick…