Primary Election 2013: Deadline Nears for Absentee Ballots

Applications must be completed and returned to the Allegheny County Elections Division no later than 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14.

Ruling Makes Morning-After Pill Available to Dormont, Brookline Teens

Teenagers as young as 15 can purchase the emergency contraceptive without a prescription.

Dormont Council to Approve New Police Officers, Desk Officer

Dormont Council's regular meeting is Monday, May 6.

Allegheny County Treasurer Issues Reminder About Tax Discount

The treasurer's office will stay open late on April 30.

New Bill Could Provide Major School Safety Funding

State Sen. Wayne Fontana discusses school safety legislation, and a new bill that could provide schools with funding to address safety issues.

State Has Money for Dormont Library, Brookline Chamber and You

The Pennsylvania Treasury's Bureau of Unclaimed Property lists local organizations and businesses with money due them—and there might be some out there for you, too.

Highmark—West Penn Allegheny Merger Update

The recent disagreements between Highmark and UPMC have caused great concern and anxiety for the many people who are employed by these health care giants, customers, individuals ... as well as local officials, State Sen. Fontana says.

Deadline for Voter Registration Is April 22

If you're new, if you've moved, if you've changed names or parties, you must register.

Plans to Cut Saturday Mail Service Delayed

Congress isn't allowing the change.

Dormont Parking Lot Hole to Cost $71,000

The original repair estimate was $10,000.

Fontana Discusses Transportation Funding Source

Significant transportation investments must be made in the coming months, State Sen. Wayne Fontana says.

PA Primary 2013: Candidates for City of Pittsburgh Offices

Candidates have filed for City of Pittsburgh Mayor, and for the District 4 Council seat.

PA Primary 2013: Candidates for Dormont Borough Offices

Candidates have filed to run for Dormont Mayor, Dormont Council and the position of tax collector.

April 1: Dormont Council Meeting Agenda

Dormont Council will meet today, Monday, April 1.

Some Offices Closed to Observe Good Friday

Good Friday is March 29. Easter is March 31.

Survey Designed to Assess Needs of Southwestern PA Veterans

Veterans of all generations are asked to take this survey, but especially post-9/11 veterans.

Allegheny County Launches Energy-Efficiency Program for Low-Income Homeowners

The pilot foreclosure prevention program is open to Allegheny County homeowners with Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) mortgages.

Are Large Non-Profits Paying Their Share?

The time has come to address whether all large non-profits are paying their fair share, State Sen. Wayne Fontana says.

MAPS: Do You Know Which U.S. House Rep Is Yours?

Congressional lines were redrawn in January.

Dormont Storm Water Meeting Today

Dormont Borough will hold a public meeting today, Monday, March 18, to discuss storm water drainage issues along Athens Alley and surrounding streets.

Corbett's Transportation Proposal is Step in the Right Direction, But Falls Short

"...every Pennsylvania resident needs reliable transportation, and safe, modern infrastructure is crucial to attracting jobs and investment to our region," State Rep. Erin Molchany says.

Fontana Discusses AdultBasic Health Coverage Court Ruling

This ruling is a victory in favor of hard-working Pennsylvanians, State Sen. Fontana says.

Murphy Invites Local Students to Enter Congressional Art Competition

Last year, a Keystone Oaks student from Dormont placed third in this competition. Winning artwork will be showcased in U.S. capitol.

Town Hall Meeting for Women Veterans Set for March 16

Free parking, childcare and lunch will be provided for this event at Soldiers and Sailors Hall in Oakland.

Fontana Discusses Medicaid Expansion, and Corbett's Decision to Opt Out

"I think the Governor and his administration need to re-evaluate why 21 other states have decided that an expansion would benefit their citizens, yet Pennsylvania does not feel the same," Fontana says.

Fontana to Consider Run for Pittsburgh Mayor

State Sen. Wayne Fontana might consider a run for the office of Mayor for the City of Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Bisignani, Madden Sworn in Monday

Two Dormont policemen were sworn in to their new positions at Monday's Dormont Council meeting.

Agenda: Dormont Council Meets Today

Here is the agenda for the March 4 Dormont Council meeting.

PennDOT Unveils Construction Projects

This year’s PennDOT construction work will include $282 million worth of road and bridge improvement projects. The biggest projects are reconstruction of the Squirrel Hill Tunnels and Liberty Tubes. Find out if the roads you travel on will be fixed.

Ravenstahl Ends Speculation, Will Not Run Again for Mayor

Pittsburgh's youngest mayor cites 'nasty and vicious' allegations against him as reason for decision.

Ravenstahl to Make Announcement About Political Future

City of Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl is expected to make an announcement about his political future within the next few days, according to several Pittsburgh media outlets.

Keystone Works Program a Success, Fontana Says

This program, created last year, allows unemployed people to receive free job training while continuing to receive unemployment benefits.

Dormont Begins Comprehensive Plan Process

Input from residents will be increasingly important as the year-long process continues, local officials said.

Rudiak Running for Pittsburgh Council Re-election

Pittsburgh Councilwoman Natalia Rudiak, whose area includes Brookline and Beechview, is running for re-election.

Corbett's Transportation Funding Plan 'Woefully Inadequate,' Molchany Says

State Rep. Erin Molchany, D-Brookline, served as co-chair in a public hearing Wednesday regarding Gov. Tom Corbett's plan for transportation funding.

New Legislation Offers Tax Credit for 'Angel' Investors

"Angel" investors—those who finance new businesses—play a crucial role in the economy, State Sen. Wayne Fontana says.

Happy Presidents' Day!

Find out what's open and what's closed on Presidents' Day.

Tuesday: Public Meeting on Dormont's Comprehensive Plan

A planning commission meeting will kick off discussions about the borough's comprehensive plan, and how residents and businesses can get involved.

CMU Students to Provide Dormont Parking Study

Graduate students from Carnegie Mellon University will provide a study of Dormont's parking situation—for free.

Attorney General Rejects Corbett's Lottery Privatization Plan

State Rep. Erin Molchany and Sen. Wayne Fontana lauded the decision Thursday.