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Murrysville to move ahead with stormwater fee ordinance

Murrysville officials will move ahead with plans to implement a stormwater fee for residents and businesses, as the municipality’s state-mandated responsibilities regarding storm runoff expand. Council approved advertising the proposed ordinance and will likely vote on it at their final meeting of 2025 or early in the new year. Murrysville...
Murrysville area: Delmont ‘Holidaze,’ winter heating assistance, holiday events, more

Delmont ‘Holidaze’ Delmont will host a “Holidaze” celebration from 3-6 p.m. Dec. 14 at Faith Global Methodist Church, 305 Freeport St. The afternoon will include food trucks, craft vendors, live music, children’s activities, basket raffles and a visit from Santa. There will also be a dozen new bikes and helmets...
St. Vincent Camerata explores Mary and the manger with ‘Nata Nox’ concerts

Chaz Bowers of Elizabeth has been admiring the St. Vincent Camerata for quite some time now. Over the years, he’s played the organ for several of the chamber ensemble’s concerts, and the music they perform is at the heart of St. Michael the Archangel Parish, where he serves as music...
Delmont mayor resigns in absentia; longtime solicitor retiring

Delmont will start the new year with a new borough attorney but without its newly elected mayor. Alyce Urban submitted a letter of resignation at Tuesday’s council meeting, just over a month after running unopposed in the November election and earning a new four-year term. Urban, who has served as...
Cars crashing into buildings: Increase seen in these high-hazard calls

They are among the most dangerous and unpredictable incidents first responders face: Vehicles crashing into buildings. In a few chaotic seconds, a routine drive transforms into a complex emergency involving potential mass casualties, fire hazards and the threat of structural collapse. For first responders, it is the call that typically...
8 taken to hospital following Monroeville crash involving school bus

Five children and three adults were taken to local hospitals after a crash Monday morning between a Gateway school bus and another vehicle, school officials said. First responders were called to Monroeville Boulevard near the entrance to Target around 8:30 a.m. The bus collided with an SUV, which overturned. Gateway...
Monroeville area: New Year’s ball drop, holiday events, food distributions and more

Email news briefs and event listings to pvarine@triblive.com or mhorvath@triblive.com. Noon ball drop planned at Monroeville Mall Monroeville Public Library is hosting its ball drop celebration at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 31 inside Monroeville Mall for anyone who wants to ring in the new year a little early. The ball will...
Film festival organizers look to help students hone their content creation skills

Luke Champlain grew up going to the movies every week with his family. “We still go whenever we’re able,” said the 18-year-old Penn-Trafford senior. “I’ve always wanted to make movies. I think one of the coolest thing you can do is tell stories.” It’s easier than ever for young people...
Avian enthusiasts prepare for annual Christmas Bird Count

It wasn’t just the usual suspects showing up for the Mon Valley’s annual Christmas Bird Count. While counters noted a slight drop in hairy woodpeckers — 17 spotted last year compared to 20 the year before — the 2024 survey yielded a fantastic collection of new species, providing a fresh...
Export proposes ’26 budget with no property tax hike

Export officials expect to pass a $1.1 million 2026 budget that keeps the tax rate at 14 mills. Council plans a special meeting Dec. 16 for budget approval. “We have about $230,000 that we’re carrying over from this year, and we allotted a little more money for paving and street...
Heinz History Center asks local artists to envision ‘My America’

As 2026 draws closer, more and more signs of the celebration of America’s 250th birthday are popping up throughout Western Pennsylvania. In Westmoreland County, two replicas of Pennsylvania’s iconic Liberty Bell were unveiled in Greensburg and Murrysville, decorated by local artists to mark the country’s semiquincentennial. In Allegheny County, the...
Westinghouse retiree group makes record donation to help food insecurity

As food insecurity continues to climb across Southwestern Pennsylvania, a dedicated group of retired Westinghouse employees mobilized, raising a record $55,000 this year to support local organizations battling hunger. The nonprofit group, SURE (Service Uniting Retired Employees), shattered its previous donation record and further assisted the community by hosting its...
Holiday-themed concerts and events set

Here is a list of holiday-themed concerts and events taking place in December: Thursday, Dec. 4: Holiday Bell Choir. The event will be at 6 p.m. at the Penn Hills Library, 1037 Stotler Road. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required by calling 412-775-4700 or emailing phlibrarypgh@pennhillslibrary.org....
Murrysville area: East End Kids’ breakfast, Symphony East, ‘Santa at Sardis’ and more

Email news briefs and event listings to pvarine@triblive.com. Holiday-themed events Here is a list of holiday-themed concerts and events taking place in December: Dec. 5: Light Up Export. Borough officials will host the annual event from 6-9 p.m. along Washington Avenue. As in years past, the evening will include a...
Monroeville area: Upcoming meetings, holiday events, free food distributions and more

Email news briefs and event listings to pvarine@triblive.com. Upcoming public meetings • Monroeville Citizens’ Night: 7 p.m. Dec. 2 at the municipal building, 2700 Monroeville Blvd. Citizens are invited to address council, and council will set its agenda for the regular monthly voting meeting. • Pitcairn Council: 6 p.m. Dec....
Arnold man will stand trial for mother’s fatal stabbing

An Arnold man will find out next month when he will stand trial for the stabbing death of his mother outside her home in August 2024. Brian J. Rebold, 39, has been in jail since he was charged with criminal homicide and first-degree murder Aug. 4 in connection with the...

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