PennDOT Issuing Free Voter ID Cards for Election 2012

This new ID is a safety net for residents who cannot obtain other types of photo identification pre-election, PennDOT says.

System Will Help Residents Voice Neighborhood Concerns

A new software system will make it easier for Dormont residents to report problems in their neighborhoods.

Answers Available to #1 Cochran Questions

Written answers to questions asked about the #1 Cochran business proposal were posted this week.

Administration Should Help Voters Get ID, Fontana Says

State Sen. Wayne Fontana discusses Pennsylvania's voter identification law, and how to make the situation easier for voters.

Republican VP Candidate Ryan Touts Jobs, Leadership, During Pittsburgh Visit

Pittsburgh crowd cheers 'Here We Go, Ryan, Here We Go' as candidate swings Steelers' Terrible Towel during gathering at Beaver Steel in Rosslyn Farms.

Nearby: Officials Break Ground on Military Commissary

Construction will soon be under way on a University Boulevard military commissary, marking the end of a six-year battle to bring the facility to Moon.

Local Politicians Performs at Candidates' Comedy Night

Both Republicans and Democrats came out to support the Allegheny County Music Festival Fund at a fundraiser featuring politicians and hopefuls yukking it up for a the Allegheny County Department of Human Services.

Dormont Council Discusses Option for Cochran Plan

Questions and comments about the options will be taken through Friday.

Back-to-School: PA Budget and Education

State Sen. Wayne Fontana shares some points of the Pennsylvania budget that affect education.

Judge Upholds Pennsylvania's Voter ID Law

Commonwealth Court Judge Robert Simpson on Wednesday morning released his decision that parties challenging the Voter ID law were not able to prove it will cause “immediate and irreparable harm” to the electorate.

Committee to Look at Dormont's ADA Sidewalk Plan

Dormont Borough is forming a committee to look at its ADA sidewalk plan.

Dormont Moves Forward with Rec Director, Clerk Hiring

Hundreds of applications for the two vacant positions have been received.

Options for Cochran Discussion Released

Dormont Borough has come up with three possible options for working with #1 Cochran's proposed development plan.

Street Sweeping Will Come to Early End

Dormont Council voted Monday to temporarily suspend the street sweeping program, effective Sept. 1.

Greentree Road Work Expected to Cause Big Delays

A pipeline reconstruction project underneath Greentree Road is expected to cause major delays.

Aug 6: Dormont Council Meeting Agenda

Here's the meeting agenda and other information for the Aug. 6 Dormont Council meeting.

Romney Campaign Launches 'Mitt's VP' App

Wondering who Romney's vice presidential nominee will be? There's an app for that.

Nearby: Feedback Wanted for Pitcher Park

Scott Township officials are asking for the public’s feedback on whether or not to build a $600,000 skateboarding facility in Scott Park.

ACCESS Cuts Temporarily Avoided

State and federal funding prevent the cuts from happening for at least another year.

Traffic Delays Likely This Weekend on Banksville Road

The PennDOT project will run from the City of Pittsburgh through Dormont to Mt. Lebanon.

Film Tax Credits Create Jobs, Spur Pennsylvania's Economy

The $242.5 million awarded in state film tax credits has brought $1.4 billion in local economic activity and nearly 14,500 jobs since the program’s inception.

Highway Exit Gets a Name Change

PennDOT recently renamed the Kirwan Heights interchange of Interstate 79 to “Collier Exit” and not everyone is happy about the change.

Dates Changed for Assessment Postponements

Property owners are permitted to postpone their hearings only once and will have the new appeals heard on Saturdays in late July or early August.

Pitt Students, Prepare for a Tuition Hike

Increases affect all campuses and both in- and out-of-state students, including those living in Dormont and Brookline.

Gov. Corbett Defends Sandusky Investigation

The Pennsylvania governor told the Associated Press he "hopes the case helps people recognize that everyone has an obligation to report child sex abuse."

Schmotzer Bill Would Strengthen Requirement for Teachers

Pennsylvania's 22nd District representative is pursuing more legislative action.

Poll: Where Does Dormont Need Street Signs?

Council has voted to put new street signs at various points throughout the borough. Where else could Dormont use improved signs?

Letter: Grading the State Budget on Education

A TEACH (Tell Everyone All Cuts Hurt) representative from Steel Valley School District takes a look at the state budget priorities.

Fontana Explains Affordable Care Act

State Sen. Fontana explains what "Obamacare" offers, and how other programs will be affected.

Tim Murphy Responds to Obama's Tax Plan

Murphy's 18th District of Pennsylvania covers parts of Dormont, Castle Shannon and Green Tree.

About 9 Percent of PA Voters Don't Have PennDOT ID to Vote

The PA Department of State released figures this week after comparing PennDOT and voter registration databases, including information for Allegheny, Washington and Butler counties.

Election 2012: How Do You Get a Valid Pennsylvania ID?

With the new voter ID law in effect for November's general election, here's all you need to know about getting the proper ID needed to vote.

Dormont Manager Preparing for Job

Jeffrey Naftal officially started work with the borough on Tuesday.

Fontana Breaks Down State Budget

State Sen. Wayne Fontana discusses Pennsylvania's 2012-13 budget.

President Obama to Visit Pittsburgh on Friday

Residents can pick up tickets to the event at several locations.

Ross to Retire This Year

Dormont Police Chief Phil Ross plans to retire this year.

PA House Approves New State Budget

Republicans call spending plan responsible, Democrats decry social service cuts.

Schmotzer Introducing Bill to Strengthen Requirement for School Principals

'Ensuring our principals have the classroom experience necessary to effectively lead a school is crucial.'

'Nuns on the Bus' Tour Stops in Mt. Lebanon to Protest Federal Budget

The Nuns on the Bus tour stopped in Mt. Lebanon during its cross-country trip to speak with the staff of U.S. Rep. Tim Murphy about the federal budget.

Turzai Comments Renew Debate Over New Voter ID Law

Democrats say his remarks prove political motivation behind the bill.