CCAC Issues First Photo IDs for Voter Identification Oct. 1

The cards needed for voter ID at the polls will be offered at Community College of Allegheny County's Homewood-Brushton Center.

Swissvale Fire Departments Receive State Recognition

The borough's paid fire department attained gold status and the volunteer fire department reached bronze status in the Pennsylvania Fire Service Certification Program.

Game Changer: Q&A with Swissvale Video Game Designer Heidi McDonald

Local video game designer brings a woman’s touch to a male-dominated industry.

PNC Bank Customers Encounter Log-in Problems

The Pittsburgh-based bank seems to be the latest victim in reported cyber attacks on major banks in U.S.

Trader Joe's Peanut Butter Recall Expands

Trader Joe's Valencia Creamy Salted Peanut Butter has been recalled due to possible salmonella.

Where to Get Free Coffee for National Coffee Day 2012

Where to get free coffee for National Coffee Day 2012.

Skateboarding Death Prompts Forest Hills Initiative

The death of Hank Woodhall, 16, last week has Forest Hills police Chief Chuck Williams looking into securing helmets for local skateboarders.

Movie Set and Shot in Pittsburgh Arrives in Local Theaters

'Won't Back Down' is the story of two mothers, one a teacher, and their fight to transform their children's failing inner city school.

Pittsburgh Police Cracking Down to Keep School Zones Safe

As part of a safety initiative, police continue to be proactive about citing drivers who violate school zone speeding and bus safety laws.

WQED's 'Pittsburgh From The Air II' Premieres Oct. 4

Fan of the beauty of western PA?

Supreme Court Denies GOP, Industry Request to Intervene in Act 13 Appeal

The order, dated Monday, also denied Marcellus Shale industry groups' petition to intervene.

Attack Theatre Offers Free Performance in Wilkinsburg

The dance-based program will take place on Sept. 30 at the Penn Avenue parklet.

Vacant Properties, Sidewalk Closings, 'Taking the Plunge'

At Swissvale Council's public hearing: "... there's a field there instead of an eyesore."

Wilkinsburg Education & Arts Nonprofit Celebrates One Year

F.U.S.E. marks its anniversary with a fundraising event.

East Pittsburgh Native Publishes Fantasy Book, 'The Black Crystal'

R. A. Oakes has written the 'Black Crystal,' a part of the Black Crystal Saga, a nine-novel series about Warrior Women in a magical land.

New Swissvale Fire Station Dedication is Saturday

The new building will bring together the borough's paid and volunteer fire departments under one roof.

Have Any Fall Photos to Share?

Get out your iPhone or digital camera or even scan in an old photo or two—but let us see your best shots of fall.

PennDOT Streamlines Voter ID Process

In order to get the state-issued Voter ID card, an individual need only give his or her name, date of birth, social security number and address. The Voter ID will be given at the PennDOT licensing center the same day.

Edgewood Police Respond to Several Nearby Gun Incidents

Police also deal with harassing text messages, retail thefts and a stolen car.

'Baby Not Breathing' Call Ends on Happy Note

Edgewood police responded to the Elm Street home Tuesday to find a new mom and her baby doing just fine.

DUIs, Burglary Among Cases Handled by Judge Hoots

District Judge Kim M. Hoots dealt with several cases in her Wilkinsburg courtroom last week.

Seats Still Available for Criminal Re-Entry Conference

'Life Without Bars: Removing Invisible Barriers to Reentry' will be presented Sept. 28.

Churchill Teen Makes March of the Living

Woodland Hills senior Hannah Frank experiences an international educational program that brings Jewish teens from all over the world to Poland and Israel in honor and remembrance of the Holocaust.

Forest Hills Teen Dies After Skateboarding Accident

Hank Woodhall's head hit the pavement as he was riding downhill on Fairview Avenue in Chalfant on Thursday night. His funeral is set for Wednesday at Christ Lutheran Church.

Sunday Reflections

Promising action amid political ads and negativity.

Recipe of the Week: Mary Alice's Hoagie Dip

Looking for something different to serve your friends and family for the Steeler game Sunday? Try this one.

'August Wilson: His House History and Yours' Program Set for Sept. 29

Learn about the efforts to revitalize the childhood home of playwright August Wilson in Pittsburgh's Hill District and how to apply the same house history techniques to researching your own home.

Patch Pets: Meet Jasper!

This guy needs a home to enjoy his senior years.

Unsolved Cases: Pittsburgh Area Girls Go Missing in 2012

Do you know where any of these endangered runaways are today?

Thieves Target Cars, Obama Signs in Forest Hills

The latest police reports from Forest Hills.

Frost Advisory Issued for Pittsburgh Area

Advisory is in effect overnight Sunday into Monday morning.

Bethel Bakery Holding a Presidential Confection Election

With the political spotlight from the CookieGate scandal earlier this year, Bethel Bakery decided it was only fitting to hold its own election with its now notorious cookies.

PA Health Department: Discard Trader Joe’s Valencia Creamy Salted Peanut Butter Due to Salmonella Concerns

The product may be related to a multi-state outbreak of salmonella.

Forest Hills and Regent Square Residents Have the Chance to Win a $50,000 “Golden Spark” for Their Community

Plum Dominated By Woodland Hills

Mustangs shutout 35-0, remain winless.

Pumpkin Crumb Cakes usher in the Autumn Season

Out Of The Bag: Hunger Means One Jar of Peanut Butter Every Other Month

Pittsburgh Food Pantries - one jar of peanut butter every other month. What would you do?

Celebration of Apprecation: A World Gratitude Day Event this Saturday, 9/22

For a dose of happiness, be uplifted through music, poetry, readings, reflection and sharing to benefit the Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council.

Loving 101: Where does your voice of love reside?

Please join in the dialogue about love and life. To explore why we should be your business partner in love, please contact me on the Designing Love, Inc. website at www.designingloveinc.com.

Fall Equinox Arrives on Saturday in Western PA

So long, summer. Saturday is the first day of fall.