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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
Neighbor Spotlight: Charity work opens McCandless man’s eyes to plight of needy
Editor’s note: Neighbor Spotlight is a monthly feature that aims to let our readers learn more about the people in their communities who are working to make them a better place, who have interesting stories to tell or who the community feels deserve “15 minutes of fame.” If you would...
‘Canine court advocate’ back in the running for national Hero Dog award 
This time last year, Penny — a shelter-adopted spaniel mix who works as a therapy dog with domestic violence victims at the nonprofit Crisis Center North — was in the running for American Humane’s annual Hero Dog Award. Penny is one of several dogs working as “canine court advocates” through...
North Allegheny hosting online program to address pandemic’s mental health impact
Only research and time will tell the long-term toll the pandemic has taken on mental health and well-being. But North Allegheny School District officials already know that health concerns, isolation during shutdowns and the interruption of routines have frayed many children and adults during the past year. To begin addressing...
AHN names chief medical officer for new Wexford hospital set to open this fall
Allegheny Health Network has appointed Dr. Katie Farah to serve as chief medical officer for the new 160-bed AHN Wexford Hospital scheduled to open this fall. Farah is a practicing gastroenterologist and therapeutic endoscopist with AHN’s Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition and serves as the department’s chief quality officer....
Citing toxic risks to health and environment, Sharpsburg bans coal tar
Sharpsburg has joined a growing list of municipalities to ban coal tar, a chemical used to seal asphalt driveways and which has been linked to certain cancers. “It’s so important that we do everything in our powers to leave the world in a better place than we found it, or...
In brief: farmers market applications open, free compost and more in North Hills
Applications are open for vendors for the Cranberry Township’s farmers market. Starting June 4, the farmers market will take place every Friday from 3-7 p.m. in the front parking lot of the Cranberry Twp. Municipal Building. To learn more or register, visit www.pghnorthchamber.com. Carnegie Science Center’s Lettuce Grow Together! program...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of March 28
Bradford Woods William Chewning sold property at 47 Forest Road to Cathy Reed for $280,000. Shophouse Home LLC sold property at 4944 Wexford Run Road to Nathaniel Blume trustee and Megan McGarry trustee for $660,000. Franklin Park Nancy Hamilton trustee sold property at 2567 Aldon Drive to Amy McGuigan for...
This week’s Giant Eagle Heinz Field vaccination clinics are full
As of Tuesday afternoon, Giant Eagle’s mass vaccination clinics at Heinz Field on Thursday and Friday are full. Giant Eagle spokesperson Dick Roberts said that while additional clinics will take place, he cannot comment on how many more there will be. Appointments are required. Only those eligible under Pennsylvania’s Phase...
Lawsuit alleges sex discrimination and retaliation at Ross/West View EMS
A Ross/West View paramedic contends in a federal lawsuit that she has been subject to repeated instances of sexual harassment spanning almost three decades by colleagues and supervisors there, including a supervisor exposing himself to her, and being touched inappropriately. In addition, Jenifer A. Swab, 57, said that she is...
Church launches free no-contact emotional support program for those struggling from pandemic
The Reformed Presbyterian Church of North Hills has launched a new weekly service to help people grappling with emotional issues as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. “Since this is an email subscription, it is not at all geographically limited,” said Susan Myrick, a volunteer with the church. “We invite...
In brief: Free compost in McCandless, Pickleball in Franklin Park and more in the North Hills
Free compost in McCandless Leaf mulch for residents will be available at the parking lot between the McCandless/Northern Allegheny Heritage Center and the Lorraine G. Rogers Soccer Fields this spring. Delivery of the mulch will take place on March 26 and again on April 9. Compost will not be available...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of March 21
Bellevue Kenneth William Wagner sold property at 601 Highland Place to CJ Real Estate Management GP for $75,000. Franklin Park Estate of Sharon Opperman sold property at 2565 Aldon Drive to Daniel and Mary Lechok for $292,000. Timothy Merolillo sold property at 2532 Brandt School Road to Jacob Dalton Gitzen...
North Hills student news: Scholarships, musical involvement and more
CCAC student awarded scholarship Community College of Allegheny County student Melinda McCloskey, of Wexford, has been named a 2021 Coca-Cola Academic Team Bronze Scholar and will receive a $1,000 scholarship. The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation sponsors the Coca-Cola Academic Team program by recognizing 50 Gold, 50 Silver and 50 Bronze Scholars...
North Hills in Review: Capitol riot arrest, PPE distribution, new splash pad pavilion and more in the North Hills 
Here are some recent Tribune-Review news stories and features from the North Hills during the weeks of March 8 to 20, 2021. For more details on these and other stories, follow the links below or find more news at TribLIVE.com. Ross woman charged with involvement in Capitol riot When the...
Ross commissioner acknowledges rift in police department, says effort underway to address problems
A Ross commissioner is calling for the township’s rank-and-file police officers and the police department’s administration to call a truce and start repairing their fractured relationship. A series of incidents during the past several years — and the way they were handled by the department — have created deep animosity...
Team from North Allegheny wins PennDOT’s regional Innovation Challenge
A pair of North Allegheny Senior High School sophomores – Brendan White and Benjamin Quint – are this year’s PennDOT’s District 11 Innovation Challenge winners. Students across the state who are participating in this year’s competition were asked to come up with an innovative and implementable solution that helps address...
Ross woman charged with involvement in Capitol riot
When the FBI was investigating a Bridgeville man for his involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, they spoke to an acquaintance of his, Jennifer Heinl. During that Jan. 28 conversation, Heinl, of Ross, said she had gone to Washington, D.C., the day before the attack, but that she hadn’t...
One of Pittsburgh area’s first Chick-fil-A stores set to close
One of the first Chick-fil-A locations in the Pittsburgh area is closing at the end of the month. March 31 will be the last day of operations for the Chick-fil-A at Ross Park Mall, according to a sign at the business. The mall’s food court eatery first opened in August...
Aspinwall has joined the North Hills COG
Aspinwall is now a member of the North Hills Councils of Government (COG), leaving its longtime membership at the Allegheny Valley North group. Council green-lighted the move, saying the change was based largely on logistics. “The AVNCOG was great and served Aspinwall well,” council president Tim McLaughlin said. “However, we...
Allegheny County Health Department adds new vaccination sites
The Allegheny County Health Department announced Tuesday that it will be opening three new covid-19 vaccine locations before the end of March. The sites will include a temporary site in Oakland, a site for targeted outreach in the Central Hill District and a community vaccine location in Ross, according to...
Kane Community Living Centers resume visitation
The Kane Community Living Centers in Allegheny County will resume family visitations for patients, Director Dennis Biondo announced Monday. Visitation has been restricted since early in the pandemic. But, last week, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released updated guidance for nursing home visitation, prompting many states and individual...
Family displaced by blaze at Ross apartment complex, county fire marshal investigating cause
A fire at a Ross Township apartment complex Sunday evening was quickly extinguished, but the blaze caused enough damage to displace a family living in one of the units, according to authorities. The fire at the Governor’s Ridge Apartments along Highlands Place was reported shortly before 7 p.m. on Sunday,...
La Roche University plans in-person classes in fall
La Roche University will fully reopen for in-person instruction in the fall, leaders announced Monday. The semester will start Aug. 23. The university will follow a regular schedule — unlike last fall, when many campuses adjusted breaks and course scheduling in attempts to avoid major covid-19 surges around the holidays...
In brief: Easter church services, Easter egg hunt and more in the North Hills
Easter services The Hampton Presbyterian Church announced its Holy Week schedule: • Palm Sunday: There will be two services at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. March 28. Bring your Fish Bank for the One Great Hour of Sharing. • Maundy Thursday: The church will not host a soup supper on April...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of March 14
Bellevue Jeanne Mahlmann sold property at 117 Arch Ave. to Mark Stratton and Grae Prickett for $206,000. Patti Herrmann sold property at 310 Glaser Ave. to Ian Buchanan for $225,000. Susanne Durler sold property at 695 Orchard Ave. to Stefan Nitsch for $45,000. Sandra Deeds sold property at 730 Orchard...


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