With the NFL Draft approaching, hotels in the Pittsburgh Airport area aren't seeing the bump they anticipated. Operators anticipate modest benefits from overflow as downtown accommodations become scarce. Overall, the economic impact appears limited, according to local hotel and chamber representatives.
The inaugural Woofles Pup Draft, taking place on April 22 at the AHN Montour Sports Complex, invites families and dog lovers for a unique NFL Draft-style event featuring interactive activities, adoptable dogs, food trucks and a Pup Draft ceremony to support local charities.
The Robinson Township Library has experienced significant growth in the first year at its new location, with attendance surpassing 50,000 in 2025, a 14% increase from 2024. The new 6,725-square-foot facility offers expanded programming and resources, enhancing visitor experience and satisfying community needs, as highlighted by positive township feedback.
In 1778, early settlers sought a place of worship in nature, leading to the establishment of Montours Presbyterian Church in Robinson Township. Initially a log structure, the church evolved with a brick building in 1924. Today, it serves as a community hub, honoring its historical legacy.
A $58 million highway project in Robinson Township will introduce Pennsylvania's first Diverging Diamond Interchange. The project also will include images created by local artist Kim Beck, whose design, themed “Hidden Histories,” incorporates regional ecological elements. The project is just getting started and will take more than three years to complete.
A former Robinson Township police officer who was scheduled to go on trial Monday in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court for a misdemeanor assault charge had his trial date continued until May 18.
According to the Robinson Township Historical Society's Janet Gonter, Sara Frances Bane, born in 1907, dedicated her life to teaching in Robinson Township, notably at the #7 Frame School and later Burkett Elementary. She remained unmarried, focusing on education until retirement in the 1970s. Bane's legacy endures through her heartfelt tribute to her beloved school.