Residents Question Role of New Dormont Police Chief

Concerns were raised over why he can't patrol borough roads.

Gov. Corbett Declares State of Emergency

The announcement was made Friday in advance of inclement weather expected from Hurricane Irene.

Dormont Assistant Manager Taking Manager Job In Homestead

Ian McMeans will continue to live in Dormont and said it's been a great learning experience.

Details of Dormont 'Potential Child Luring' Case

The acting chief said a call was mishandled. The mayor said it's being blown out of proportion.

D.A.: Dormont Ticket Procedure Needed

Without a procedure spelling out who has the authority to dismiss tickets, questions of how tickets are handled will continue, the office said.

Dormont's Acting Chief: Borough Never Unprotected

Richard Dwyer said disputed the mayor's claims the borough was without police protection Thursday and said his suspension—overturned by council—stemmed from his looking into ticketing dismissals.

Follow the Redistricting Process Online

A new website allows users to follow the redistricting process.

Dormont Mayor Suspends Acting Chief, Council Reinstates

Richard Dwyer said he and the mayor disagreed on overtime. Tom Lloyd said Dwyer left the borough unprotected.

Video: Candidate Comedy for a Good Cause

Candidates from across the state gathered at the Improv to raise funds for local youth.

No Arrests or Incarcerations During Bench Warrant Amnesty Program

Previous amnesty programs for child support issues have been successful in providing defendants a fresh start.

Waiting List for Homelessness Prevention/Rapid Re-Housing Program Closed

Pittsburgh and Allegheny County initiative served 3,000 people in two years.

Raja Rolls Out Plan for Government Modernization

During a press conference at the Allegheny County Courthouse on Thursday morning, D. Raja, the Republican candidate for county chief executive, highlighted key components of his six-point plan.

Dormont Recreational Center Renamed 'Park Place'

The borough hopes the new name will help attract more bookings.

State Rep. Introduces Red Light Camera Legislation

State Rep. Paul Costa said the cameras have already been proven to help save lives in the Philadelphia area.

Dormont Zoning Board To Consider Cochran Parking

Cochran is seeking variances from the borough to expand its parking.

Marcellus Shale Impact Fee Opportunities=Jobs

Fontana says one-third of any Marcellus Shale fee should fund roads and bridges. That would mean jobs and improved infrastructure.

Dormont Officers Request Civil Rights Violation Suit Be Moved To Federal Court

Two officers are accused of assaulting a man after serving him a warrant.

It’s About the Jobs!

Harrisburg leadership agendas should be viewed with jobs as the focus.

Pa. Mayors' Association President: Mayors Can Dismiss Tickets

The president of the association said the power extends from the state borough code.

Area Stores Affected by National Turkey Recall

Giant Eagle and Shop 'n Save have pulled products due to a salmonella outbreak.

Dormont Manager: Police Car's Worth of Tickets Dismissed in 2010

More than 15 percent of parking tickets issued last year were dismissed, though few through the proper procedure, according to the acting police chief.

Police Capture Five of Six Teens In Limo Hijacking

Police are still searching for an 18-year-old runaway from the Mars Home for Youth on Wednesday.

Phil Ross Supporters Demand Vote On Appeal

Ross' supporters said council should have voted whether to appeal the Civil Service Commission's ruling. Borough attorneys say no further vote was needed because the appeal stemmed from his demotion, which was voted on.

Dormont Mayor: Ticket Dismissing Power Is Through Tradition

The borough's solicitor said the mayor does not have the authority to dismiss any tickets.

State Store Privatization

Fontana says he'll look at the pros and cons of privatization, but has concerns about what would happen to current workers.

Dormont Appeals Civil Service Commission in Phil Ross Case

The borough contends that because its evidence that Phil Ross was insubordinate went unchallenged, the commission was bound to uphold the borough's demotion of him.

Dormont Appeals Civil Service Commission in Phil Ross Case

The borough contends that because its evidence that Phil Ross was insubordinate went unchallenged, the commission was bound to uphold the borough's demotion of him.

Sweet App Helps Riders Find Port Authority Buses

Carnegie Mellon University introduces Tiramisu, a real-time bus tracker app, in conjunction with the Port Authority.

Dormont Civil Service Commission Overturns Phil Ross' Demotion From Chief

The commission found the borough's evidence against Ross insufficient to support charges that included insubordination.

Dormont Civil Service Commission Overturns Phil Ross Demotion From Chief

The commission found the borough's evidence against Ross insufficient to support charges that included insubordination.

Brookline Post Office Could Be Closed

Brookline branch is one of 3,700 marked for study by United States Postal Service.

Dormont Solicitor: Certain Tickets Must Be Written As State Violations

The violations are for parking on sidewalks, parking too close to fire hydrants and intersections, blocking driveways, parking in a handicapped spot and parking on private property without permission.

The Transportation Commission Makes Its Recommendations

Fontana says a proposal to double county share for mass transit passes the buck.

Dormont Civil Service Commission To Announce Decision In Phil Ross Appeal

The commission will announce its findings at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the gym behind the municipal center.

Email Chastises 2 Dormont Patrolmen Over Regulations

The November emails from a sergeant were referenced during Phil Ross' appeal hearing and were recently obtained by Patch.

Dormont Mayor, Acting Chief At Odds Over Parking Tickets

The mayor directed officers to stop issuing state tickets for violations the acting chief says should properly be issued as such by law.

Marcellus Shale Advisory Commission Votes on Recommendations

While the recommendations are being touted as a comprehensive, strategic proposal for the state to deal with the potential impacts of natural gas drilling, the reality is that there is nothing new here.

Dormont Public Safety Agenda Meeting 7 Tonight

Contract negotiation update with public works department to be discussed. The department's contract expired in December.

Dormont Officers Walking Beats

Walking beats are now a routine part of patrolling, according to acting police chief Richard Dwyer.

Aggressive Drivers: Beware

The state Department of Transportation is partnering with local police departments to curb aggressive and distracted driving on local roadways.