Communities in Pennsylvania are resisting the expansion of large data centers due to concerns over environmental impacts and utility demands. Local governments are considering zoning changes to control this growth amid rising opposition and awareness.
The Goodwill McKees Rocks Opportunity Center has opened to assist residents in McKees Rocks and Stowe Township with employment and training resources. It offers career coaching, educational support and workforce development services. The collaboration between Goodwill and the Housing Authority aims to enhance self-sufficiency within the community.
A proposed data center in Stowe Township, funded partially by a $6 million grant, will occupy a 72-acre former rail car plant. SunCap Industries aims to develop the site, pending zoning changes. Township commissioners are scheduled to discuss the project at 6 p.m. workshop meeting Tuesday.
A 19-year-old Stowe Township man was arrested for illegal firearm modifications after police found tools and a loaded .22 pistol with an erased serial number at his home. He faces felony and misdemeanor charges and is out on bail.
A Maryland man who went missing after he was charged with criminal homicide in connection with the shooting death of a man in Stowe Township in August 2024 waived extradition…
Rick Urbano, retiring at 82, significantly influenced Robinson Township's growth for 45 years as a planning director and zoning officer. Renowned for shepherding major developments, Urbano’s dedication and community involvement helped transform the area from rural to a thriving suburb.
The 2025 Pittsburgh Independent Film Festival runs from June 20 to 22 at the Parkway Theater. It features various films and events, including a live comedy show, with a full schedule and ticket information available.