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Colonial Country gets the chills.

City issues Snow Level 1 in preparation for Sunday evening snowfall

Gage Goulding, News Editor
February 10, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- The City of Pittsburgh issued a Snow Level 1 alert in preparation for a winter weather system moving into the Pittsburgh region Sunday evening. According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, a snow system will enter the western Pa. region Sunday...

Sunrise from Mt. Washington in Pittsburgh on April 13, 2018.

Popular Mt. Washington road to close for maintenance

Gage Goulding, News Editor
February 9, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- A popular access road that winds up Mt. Washington will be closed over the weekend. According to the City of Pittsburgh, P.J. McArdle Roadway will be closed on Feb. 9 and 10 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. During the closings, road crews will work to remove debris along...

Pittsburgh Skyline from North Shore

Credit agencies praise Pittsburgh’s financial management

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
February 7, 2019

PITTSBURGH — According to credit rating agencies, Pittsburgh’s finances are in stable condition. Pittsburgh received an upgraded credit rating from agencies Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s. The agencies praise the city’s effective financial management. “The...

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Police officer promoted in the City of Pittsburgh

John Blinn, Assistant News Editor
February 3, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh's Bureau of Police Sergeant, John Fisher, has been assigned to the administrative branch with the position of commander. His promotion ceremony took place on Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Mayor's Office Conference Room. Fisher was honored and congratulated...

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Pittsburgh Police participate in annual Polar Plunge

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
February 3, 2019

PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is participating in the annual Polar Plunge with efforts to raise money for Special Olympics of Pennsylvania. As of Jan. 31, they have raised $43,625, greatly contributing to the $425,000 goal. Police Chief Scott Schubert has raised...

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Woman arrested for child endangerment and aggravated assault

Michael Delehanty, Contributor
February 2, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- On Oct. 29, 2018, a 19-month-old child was brought into UPMC Children's Hospital after a medical emergency and was eventually placed on life support. No information on the child's condition was given by the caretaker. On Oct. 30, Allegheny County detectives were...

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Crime Stoppers need public’s help with wanted person investigation

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
February 1, 2019

PITTSBURGH - Pittsburgh Crime Stoppers needs the public’s help for a wanted person investigation. On Sept. 15, 2018, Jerome Solomon fled as officers approached his residence in Pitcairn. He is wanted on multiple charges including robbery, theft, aggravated assault, and recklessly...

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Local outdoor trail is named one of the top eco-friendly travel destinations

Gage Goulding, News Editor
January 31, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- A western Pennsylvania hiking trail was recently ranked as one of the top eco-friendly travel destinations in the country. Ecophilies Magazine compiled some of the most sought over and highly traveled natural areas and compiled a list of the most eco-friendly...

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Healthy Ride advises to take other transportation due to extreme cold temperatures.

Michael Delehanty, Contributor
January 31, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- Healthy Ride, the public bike share system in Pittsburgh, is advising their customers to find another form of transport. "The forecast shows consistently low temperatures with negative degree windchills, which can lead to dangerous conditions for riders," Healthy...

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Pittsburgh Police seek missing person

Michael Delehanty, Contributor
January 31, 2019

PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is asking for the public's help in finding a missing person. Abdul Marshall, 26, of Garfield was last seen Jan. 23. He is said to be 5-feet 4-inches and 140 pounds. He also may have a beard. He is known for visiting the North Side...