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Higher mandated costs, more students drives North Hills property tax hike
Property owners in the North Hills School District will pay an additional 2.2 percent — or $52 for a home at the district’s median value — to fund the 2019-20 school budget. The board voted unanimously June 6 to approve the more than $83.9 million spending plan, which includes additional...
Work to repair Reis Run Road slide in Ross won’t start until ground is stable
A section of Reis Run Road in Ross Township will remain closed in both directions until a landslide that prompted the shut down becomes stable enough to begin repairs, according to a township commissioner. The landslide was reported at around 10 p.m. on May 31, according to Ross police. The...
Grand opening held for new West View ‘Hub’ community center
Several years of work by volunteers to create a gathering place in West View where children and adults can receive a wide-range of services has come to fruition. On June 5, community leaders and volunteers hosted a street party to cut the ribbon on the West View Hub — a...
Ross cops seek tips on overnight robbery at Comfort Inn on McKnight Road
Ross Township police hope a video they released of a man who robbed the Comfort Inn hotel on McKnight overnight will help identify the suspect. Police say a man dressed in all dark clothing with a mask covering his face walked into the hotel office at around 3:30 a.m. June...
North Hills communities hosting Movies in the Park
Several communities in the North Hills are hosting free Movies in the Park this summer. Here are some of the upcoming films that will be presented: Marshall Township “Hotel Tranylvania 3: Summer Vacation,” June 6, dusk, Knob Hill Park Franklin Park “Mary Poppins Returns,” June 7, 8:30 p.m., Blueberry Hill...
Mind, body, spirit focus of cancer wellness seminar in Pine
A non-profit organization called Faith & Gratitude is hosting a cancer wellness seminar for patients and caregivers from 1 to 2:30 p.m. June 23 at the Pine Community Center. The free program is designed to arm patients with the knowledge and resources needed to strengthen their mind, body and spirit...
Allstate owners donate $5K, some helping hands, to spruce up softball fields in North Hills
The North Hills Athletic Association has received A $5,000 grant — and some helping hands — from six Pittsburgh-area Allstate agency owners to cleanup and improve the softball fields it uses. The Allstate Foundation Helping Hands Grant will be used to improve three softball fields, repair fencing and plant foliage....
TV home makeover star Ty Pennington appearing at McCandless book shop; Construction Junction
Ty Pennington, the Emmy Award winning star of the shows “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” and “Trading Spaces,” will be appearing at Riverstone Books in McCandless from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday to talk about his new book “Life to the Extreme.” Pennington also will be appearing at the Construction Junction...
Parade, food, fireworks at upcoming Independence Day celebration in Ross
Ross Township will host its 23rd annual Independence Day celebration on Sunday June 30 with a parade, food and fireworks. The parade will line up 2 p.m. at the parking lot of St. John’s Lutheran Church on Perry Highway. The parade will step out at 3 p.m. and proceed north...
Grand opening set for new community center in West View dubbed the HUB
West View residents are invited to the grand opening for a new multi-purpose community facility called the HUB from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday. “We are a one-stop spot for the community: a library, food pantry, technology center and much more,” said Scott Pavlot, who initiated the project while...
Award-winning author on hand in McCandless to sign, read from his latest book
Award winning writer Jerry Spinelli was on hand to sign copies of latest book “My Fourth of July” during a picnic-style event at Riverstone Books in McCandless on Sunday. Spinelli is a Newbery Medal winner whose books include “Maniac Magee,” “Wringer” and “Stargirl.” The June 2 event included picnic foods...
Ross cops host program to help teens keep their eyes on the road
Ross Township police held a program on June 1 to help teach teen-age drivers how to pay attention to the road instead of their cell phones, music or passengers. The officers conducting the program provided tips on how to reinforce the behavior changes needed to avoid becoming a victim of...
Plant perfection on display at annual hosta show at Soergel Orchards in Franklin Park
The annual hosta show and plant sale presented by the Daffodil & Hosta Society of Western Pennsylvania was held on Saturday, June 1, at Soergel Orchards Farm Market in Franklin Park. The free show was a juried event featuring cut leaf as well as potted hosta and arrangements. Judges are...
Ross church hosting annual Vacation Bible School program
Registration is open for Vacation Bible School at Hiland Presbyterian Church in Ross Township on June 10-13. The program begins each evening with a family dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by activities at 6 p.m. A closing ceremony will be held on June 13 from 8:30 to 9 p.m. The...
Physicist, minister receive North Hills 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award
The North Hills School District has honored two graduates — Dr. Robert Dimeo and the Rev. Kimberly Greway — with its 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award. Following graduation from North Hills in 1987 Dimeo attended Penn State University where he earned a bachelor’s and doctorate degree in physics as well as...
Part of Babcock Boulevard in McCandless closing for bridge work
Starting Monday, a section of Babcock Boulevard in McCandless will be closed for a project that is expected to take until mid-August to complete, according to Allegheny County Department of Public Works. Babcock will be shut down at 9 a.m. June 10 at its intersection with Fairfied Road for preservation...
North Hills fills four posts on district’s leadership team
The North Hills School District has added four new people to its leadership team — three at the high school and for the elementary level. The school board voted unanimously May 30 to fill the following positions: • Kevin McKiernan has been hired to serve as the new principal of...
The Week: North HillsVideo
Here are some of the news and features in the North Hills from the past week. For more details on these and other stories, follow the links below or see the North Hills section on Triblive.com: • Joe Bullick, longtime curator of North Hills historical memorabilia, dies • McCandless OKs...
Lineup, dates announced for summer concert series at McCandless Crossing
The McCandless Crossing shopping center has announced the lineup and dates for its free summer concert series. The concerts run from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Town Green, where visitors can bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Following is the lineup and dates for the upcoming shows: •...
Northland Library offering variety of programs for adults this summer
Northland Library is offering a number of special programs for adults this summer. Register online, by telephone at 412-366-8100 Ext. 113 or in person at the library’s adult services desk. The library is located at 300 Cumberland Road in McCandless. Bookshelf Bingo June 1- Aug. 31 — Summer returns to...
Joe Bullick, longtime curator of North Hills historical memorabilia, dies
Long-time North Hills historian Joe Bullick, whose eclectic collection of local history artifacts and American memorabilia is housed in the McCandless/Northern Allegheny Heritage Center in McCandless, has died, town officials announced. Bullick of Pine Township passed away May 25. He was 87, officials announced on the town’s website. Bullick began...
Part of Jacks Run Road in Ross closing in June for 10-month bridge project
A section of Jacks Run Road in Ross Township is tentatively scheduled to close in June for a bridge replacement project that is expected to take until April to complete. The project is to replace the small bridge on Jacks Run near Balsam Street. Jacks Run Road will be closed...
Picnic, pie bake-off planned for award-winning author’s signing at McCandless book shop
Award winning writer Jerry Spinelli will be reading and signing his latest book “My Fourth of July” during a picnic-style event from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday at Riverstone Books in McCandless. Spinelli is a Newbery Medal winner whose books include “Maniac Magee,” “Wringer” and “Stargirl.” The June 2 event...
Sign-ups underway for 23rd annual Ross fishing tournament
Registration is open for Ross Township residents interested in participating in the 23rd annual fishing tournament July 13 and 14 at Evergreen Community Park. The free competitive event sponsored by the township police department includes refreshments, a picnic lunch, prizes and trophies. Tournament Divisions and the day on which they...
Franklin Park church hosting ballroom dancing session
North Hills residents interested in learning how to dance the “nightclub two-step” are invited to The Ballroom Dance at Orchard Hill on June 7. Dance instructor and DJ “Bobby D” will be on hand from 7 to 8 p.m. to teach the steps and dancers will hit the floor to...
