B-W Democrats Endorse School Board and Whitehall Council Candidates

The Baldwin Borough, Baldwin Township and Whitehall Borough democratic committees held a joint private meeting on Monday night.

B-W Patch Turned Away From Monday Night's Democratic Committees Meeting

The intention of the meeting was to officially endorse candidates for the Baldwin-Whitehall school board.

Sound Off: How Should the Baldwin Township Board of Commissioners Vote on Young Scholars on April 5?

Tuesday's township meeting will determine the future of the Young Scholars of Western Pennsylvania Charter School.

2010 Census Shows Changes in Baldwin-Whitehall’s Demographics

Asian-only residents now make up the second-largest racial group in both Whitehall Borough and Baldwin Township. The district’s total population has shrunk.

John Palmiere Running Unopposed for Allegheny County Council's District 6 Seat

Steven Hvozdovich, another democrat, has withdrawn from the ballot. Primaries will be held on May 17.

Young Scholars Charter School Discussed Heavily at Baldwin Township Meetings Monday Night

The Baldwin Township Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the school by the township’s Board of Commissioners. The township will officially decide on April 5.

Tuition-Free Public Charter School Coming to Baldwin Township?

The Baldwin Township Planning Commission will hold a meeting about the potential school on Monday at 6 p.m., followed by a Board of Commissioners meeting at 7.

Fields Set for School Board and Council Candidates in Baldwin-Whitehall

Primaries will be held on May 17.

The Work of a Census Taker

After working for the 2010 Census, it’s satisfying to finally see the figures released.

March 16 Borough of Whitehall Meeting Notes

Resident Jim Kilbert says that Schneider's Dairy trucks are still tearing up his property. Also, council members debate replacing a pedestrian bridge between Weyman Road and Heinen Street/Shadowlawn Drive.

Baldwin Borough Still Seeking Summer Employees

Baldwin is looking for borough residents for lifeguards, pool attendants, caretaker and road/parks laborers.

March 15 Baldwin Borough Council Meeting Notes

Baldwin and its unionized public-works employees agree to a new five-year contract. Also, Rep. William C. Kortz II voices his strong disapproval of Gov. Tom Corbett's proposed budget cuts.

Sound Off: What Are Your Reactions to Gov. Corbett's Budget Address?

Corbett keeps promise of no new taxes or fees, including those on Marcellus Shale drilling. Education funding takes a major hit.

March 8 Baldwin Township Meeting Notes

Costly water-management projects could be on the horizon. Also, March 28 is expected to be the final day of Port Authority shuttle service through the township.

March 2 Borough of Whitehall Meeting Notes

The council hears resident concerns about dairy trucks, deer and solicitors knocking on doors after dark.

Carl Behr Takes Crosses Down, Explains "Salvation" Statement from Borough Meeting (Sort Of)

Behr said that the religious symbols started to be more about him than the Lord.

Feb. 16 Borough of Whitehall Meeting Notes

The deadline for fire-station construction bids has been pushed back to April 7. The Recreation Board is still seeking three new members.

Feb. 15 Baldwin Borough Council Meeting Notes: Carl Behr Won't Take Down His Crosses; B-W Patch Interviews Local Religious Leaders

Also at the meeting, two police officers are promoted to the rank of sergeant.

Carl Behr Gives His Side of the Large Wooden Cross Story

Baldwin Borough man is told to take down his cross due to a violation of borough structure code.

Jan. 18 Baldwin Borough Council Meeting Notes

One police officer is introduced, while another is hired.

Sound Off: Should Allegheny County Schools and Municipalities Consider Mass Mergers?

David Wassel's proposal would combine Baldwin-Whitehall, Brentwood, Keystone Oaks and Mt. Lebanon.

2011 Whitehall Borough Meeting Dates and Times Announced

All meetings will be held at the municipal complex on Borough Park Drive.

2010 Census Reveals Great Progress in Baldwin Township

Small community sees big gains in household income and college graduates.