Patch Pets: Meet Chief

Chief is at the Animal Rescue League of Pittsburgh and needs a home!

Two Swissvale Residents Winners in Reuse Inspiration Contest

Todd Meyer and Wayne Treichel Jr. used salvaged materials from Construction Junction to renovate and create.

Recipe: Steak with Montreal Seasoning

This is such a great tasting steak recipe!

Public Health Notice: Squirrel Hill Resident Died from Bacterial Meningitis

Individuals who had close contact with man need to take precautions.

Should Local School Districts Open Their Own Cyber Schools?

Neshannock Township School District is offering its own online learning academy to compete with other nonprofit and for-profit cyber charter schools.

Race for Pace/Paws for Pace Set for Oct. 13 in Churchill

A family fun area will be added this year and preregistration numbers are up.

Unsolved Cases: Steven Russo

The Seneca Valley teacher was found shot to death in his home along Perry Highway in Lancaster Township on Nov. 24, 2010.

Police Arrest Theft Suspect, Quell Concerns About Bones in Garden

The latest Forest Hills police reports.

Woodland Hills Takes on McKeesport Tonight

See the Woodland Hills Football Network's pre-game show and find out more about the game at the Wolvarena.

PennDOT District 11 Weekend Construction Summary Sept. 7-10

Work slated for Squirrel Hill Tunnel and Parkway East.

Support Toys for Tots at Woodland Hills Home Football Games

The district has teamed up with the North Versailles Walmart for a Stuff-the-Bus Toy Drive.

Charter School Appeal Filed after Denial by Wilkinsburg Board

Former Wilkinsburg student Andre Tucker hits the wall in his fourth attempt to open a charter school in Wilkinsburg.

Walking to Cure Type 1 Diabetes with Team Azúcar

Plum-Oakmont Patch Local Editor Heidi Dezayas is walking in her first Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Walk to Cure Diabetes later this month.

RADical Days Offer Free Admission to Regional Assets

The Pittsburgh area's museums, galleries, parks and other cultural venues are offering free admission on specific days between Sept. 20 and Oct. 13.

Busing 'Error' Hits WHSD Pre-Kindergartner and Family

Building permit, class size and property assessment among other items discussed by Woodland Hills School Board.

Roosen Appointed Red Cross Emergency Director

New appointee will begin focus on preparedness, capacity building during National Preparedness Month.

Shooting of Teen Rocks Area Hit Hard by Gun Deaths

The death of Elijah Washington is the latest in a string of shootings that has taken the lives of young men in the East End, Wilkinsburg and Braddock Hills.

New Facebook Page Offers Another Way to Find PennDOT News

Check it out—here's how.

Ticket Sales Open for Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre

This week marks the opening for single ticket sales to 2012-13 season productions.

'Art in the Garden' Returns for Another Year

Now in its 19th year, Washington County Historical Society's longest running annual event features the artwork of Peters resident Arlene Popko.

Wholey's Celebrates a Century

September events mark 100 years for the Pittsburgh company.

Friday Is Garbage Day in Edgewood

Labor Day holiday delays pickup by one day.

2012 Wings Over Swissvale Event Sept. 15

D's Six Pax & Dogz is set to defend last year's title.

Patch All-Star Kids: Tamya Johnson-McCoy, James McCoy and Michael Riley

Tamya Johnson-McCoy, 11, James McCoy, 10, and Michael Riley, 9, are this week’s Patch All-Star Kids!

Daily PatchCast: Murder Case, Statewide Soccer Recognition & Valentine's Tea

A roundup of the region's top stories for Monday, Feb. 14.

Coming Soon: Moms Talk

Moms Talk is a Q&A between our Moms Council and all the parents out there! If you have any questions for our savvy, concerned group of local moms, ask away!

Weekly Typhoon Construction Update

Here's a look at the progress made on South Braddock Avenue since last week!

Center Considering Play Space for Families

Here's the latest news from Wilkins School Community Center in Swissvale!

State Tests Around the Corner

Dickson Elementary is in the homestretch of preparation for upcoming tests.

Local Artist Inspired by Magic of Nature

Sharon Jo Serbin is creating what she calls "Wild Woman Creations" from the peace she finds in nature.

Fan's Guide to Pirates Spring Training in Bradenton

Whether you're a spring training veteran or a rookie visiting for the first time, here's everything you'll need to know for your trip!

iConfession - Online Reconciliation?

Roman Catholic Sacrament Goes Digital with iPhone App

District Attorney's Office: Surveillance Cameras Coming to Regent Square

DA Stephen Zappala met with local leaders Friday to discuss cameras that will be installed in the next 60 days.

Man Arrested for Regent Square Robbery Made Bail, Now Wanted for Unrelated Crime

Demar Jones is wanted by police - anyone with information is asked to call authorities.

Daily PatchCast: Casino Fined, Financial Advice & Spelling Bee Winner

A roundup of the region's top stories for Friday, Feb. 11.

Propel Braddock Hills Hosts Students Against Destructive Decisions

SADD CEO to speak at the charter school Thursday, Feb. 17.

Forest Hills Students Shovel Snow for Seniors

A local group of children is on-call for those snowy days when seniors and immobile neighbors need some extra help.

Daily PatchCast: Super Bowl Baby, Seatless Ticketholders & Recycling Contest

A roundup of the region's top stories for Thursday, Feb. 10.

Filling the Gap in African-American History Topic of School Board Meeting

The Woodland Hills School Board voted on the course list for next school year, but the list's lack of African-American history courses is a concern.

Funding Crisis Continues to Challenge Swissvale Library

Library leaders call on community for support.