Hey Fishing Fans, Here's a Way to Save Money

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is now offering three- and five-year licenses—which could save you cash.

Cast Your Vote for Monongahela as 2013 'River of the Year'

Voting in the statewide contest ends Jan. 18.

State Rep. Paul Costa Sworn In for 8th Term in House

Costa will serve as Democratic chairman of the House Liquor Control Committee this year.

Higher PA Turnpike Tolls Start Jan. 6

Drivers on the Pennsylvania Turnpike will have to pay higher tolls in 2013

Gov. Corbett, in Speech, Backs Efforts to Save 911th Airlift Wing

The Pennsylvania governor speaks at the Moon Township-based air wing, urging military officials to scrap plans to shutter the base.

Gov. Corbett: Too Early To Tell if Funding for Mental Health Treatment Will Increase

Corbett, while visiting St. Barnabas' Crystal Conservatories for a Presents for Patients event, also speaks about the fiscal cliff and Pennsylvania's budget.

Churchill Borough Will Begin Recycling in April 2013

Single-stream recycling will make this new service easy, with no separating or sorting.

Dec. 31 State Property Tax/Rent Rebate Deadline Approaching

Applications available online, at office locations.

New E-cycling Law To Make 2013 Greener Across Pennsylvania

Households, businesses will no longer able to dispose of TV’s, computer equipment through Waste Management.

Notes for the Week from Forest Hills, Edgewood and Swissvale

What you should know about holiday office hours, garbage/recycling this week and bridge restrictions.

Seven Local Mayors Send Obama Letter Against Illegal Guns

A coalition of more than 750 mayors has joined forces with more than 700,000 Americans and more than 100 gun incident survivors to call for action after the Sandy Hook shootings.

Edgewood's Street Parking Restriction Lifted for Holidays

Borough parking permits for 2013 are also now available.

Gun Control Laws and Legislation: Where Does Pennsylvania Stand?

In the wake of recent mass shootings in Newtown, CT. and elsewhere, Patch examines the recent history of gun-control legislation in Pennsylvania.

UPDATED: Navy SEAL Killed in Hostage Rescue Is From Monroeville

Petty Officer 1st Class Nicolas D. Checque, 28, a Norwin High School graduate, died of combat related injuries sustained Dec. 8 while supporting operations in Afghanistan.

Allegheny County Council Passes Budget, Reduces Millage Rate

The county's tax rate will be 4.73 mills in 2013.

Edgewood Council Plans to Set 2013 Budget Hearing Date

Council meets Monday night and plans action on a few budget-related items.

Free Transit to Continue for Pitt Students, Staff

The Port Authority and the University of Pittsburgh reached an agreement for the next five years.

Will Wilkinsburg Break a 77-Year 'Dry' Spell?

Wilkinsburg Community Development Corp. will pursue a liquor license referendum for local restaurants in next April's primary election.

Wednesday's Powerball a Record $500 Million (or More) Jackpot

Where to buy a Powerball ticket and the odds of winning the jackpot.

Get a “Letter From Santa” Through US Postal Service Program

Your good little boys and girls will receive a letter postmarked from the North Pole.

CCAC Cuts Hours for Part-Time Faculty, Staff to Avoid Obamacare

The move will cut credit hours for adjunct faculty and temporary part-timers to avoid full-time status but will not affect permanent part-time workers who are already eligible for the college's health care plan.

PennDOT: Metered Ramps on Parkway East a No-Go

In January, engineers will begin evaluating the entire Parkway East corridor and its adjoining network of roads for alternate improvements.

Gov. Tom Corbett Announces Two Programs Aimed at Saving Lives

Both PennDOT programs are free and voluntary.

Parkway East Plan Concerns Regent Square Leaders

Input is sought on a plan that could include increased traffic, pedestrian safety and negative business impacts on South Braddock Avenue, among other issues.

Pennsylvania Election Results 2012: Democrats Sweep Statewide Seats

Democratic Congressman Mike Doyle will serve another four years.

Election Day Weather Forecast

The weather for Election Day on Tuesday will be sunny and clear, if not a little bit chilly in Pittsburgh.

Election 2012: Costa, Costa, Gainey Win House, Senate Seats

With 100 percent of the vote in, these uncontested candidates are declared the winners.

Election 2012: Find Your Polling Place

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Do you know where to vote?

Libertarian Party Will Appear on PA Ballots

There will also be a Green Party entry for President/Vice President.

Swissvale Council Considers New Hires, New Equipment and Potholes

Swissvale Borough's Nov. 7 action meeting should address street fixes in Hurricane Sandy's wake.

State Wine & Spirits Stores Closed All Day Tuesday

The stores will reopen as scheduled on Wednesday, Oct. 31.

Recycle Ink Cartridges, Cell Phones, Rechargeable Batteries, Eyeglasses in Forest Hills

Collection boxes are located in the main office at the borough building on Ardmore Boulevard.

When is the Deadline to Apply for an Absentee Ballot in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvanians who intend to vote in the upcoming general election by filing absentee ballots must apply by Oct. 30.

Park Vandalism Frustrates Forest Hills Police

With Devil's Night approaching, police are asking residents to report any suspicious activity in the main borough park or elsewhere.

Numerous Fall and Halloween Events Scheduled This Month

There's an activity for anyone and everyone in and around the Patch.

No Tax Increase for Forest Hills Residents

Garbage bills will rise, sewage bills might, too.

It's Leaf Collection Time in Forest Hills-Regent Square Patch

Time to grab a rake or blower and properly dispose of the leaves that fall in your yard. Here's leaf collection information for Edgewood, Forest Hills, Swissvale, Regent Square and Churchill.

Edgewood Sells Two Old Cars, Discusses Amateur Boxing Matches

Workshop meeting to discuss the 2013 budget to take place next month.

Marcellus Shale Impact Fee Brings in More Than $204 Million for Communities

Edgewood, Forest Hills and Swissvale, as well as other local municipalities, stand to benefit from the Act 13 impact fee—but not very much.

Costa Runs Unopposed for PA 34th Legislative Seat

Democratic incumbent Paul Costa is seeking his fifth term in the Pennsylvania State House.