TRAVEL: Hitting the Road? PA State Police Offer Tips to Stay Safe on the Highway

If the snow can't keep you at home, read and heed these reminders from Pennsylvania State Police in Moon before getting behind the wheel.

Churchill Borough Will Begin Recycling in April 2013

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

The Snow Is Falling—Share Your Photos!

What is it like in your neighborhood? Tell us in comments and take a photo or two!

Ring in 2013 at Pittsburgh First Night

The Downtown event promises a lot of fun and activities for visitors.

Magee Womancare OB-Gyn Group Leaves UPMC for Highmark

When the five doctors announced last week they would switch to WPAHS, UPMC revoked their privileges, leaving patients confused.

Eat'n Park's Caring for Kids Campaign Breaks Record

All-time high amount benefits Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, other children's hospitals.

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.

East End Performing Arts Adds Three New Workshops for 2013

Classes are available for both children and adults.

Nearby: Saying Goodbye to Penn Hills High School

This Friday, alumni will have the chance to say a final farewell to the old Penn Hills High School and tour the new school building.

Get an iPhone for Christmas? Download the Patch App

Stay connected with Forest Hills-Regent Square Patch!

From the Wintergarden to Ice Skating: Winter Activities in Pittsburgh

Here’s a roundup of winter activities to stave off the post-Christmas blues.

UPDATE: Heavy Snow Hits Forest Hills-Regent Square Area Wednesday

Weather forecasters issue a winter storm warning for the Pittsburgh metro area through 6 a.m. Thursday.

A Look at Area Malls' Hours Through New Year's Day

Some malls have special hours to accommodate returns and sales.

Top 10 Places to Take Out-of-Town Holiday Guests

Don't make your Christmas company lie around on your couch all day. Here are 10 places you can show your guests.

Return Policies For Those Unwanted Gifts

Stores will be swamped with returns after Christmas.

Two-Vehicle Crash Shuts Down Parkway East in Wilkinsburg

The accident, caused when one driver was traveling in the wrong lanes, happened early Monday morning and shut down westbound traffic for more than an hour.

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.

Take a Guess: How Much in Gift Cards Will Go Unspent This Year

Do you give or get gift cards? Do you remember to use them?

Sunday Reflections: Waiting for the End

'From a Christian perspective, it seems to me, the end of the world is actually a good thing.'

Recipe of the Week: Garlic-Lime Pork Roast

This recipe is a spin-off of one of my favorite Christmas traditions.

Pet Adoptions: Meet Harrold

This cat has the most beautiful eyes, doesn't he?

NRA Calls for 'Armed Security' Around Schools

"The only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun," the NRA's Wayne LaPierre said.

Nearby: Fire Forces Evacuation at Penn Center Apartments in Wilkins

Multiple fire, ambulance and transportation vehicles respond to the scene at the Brentmoor at Penn Center Apartments.

Good Grief! Watch Some of Your Favorite Steelers in ‘A Charlie Batch Christmas’

Local stars Brett Keisel, Troy Polamalu and of course Charlie Batch search for the 'true meaning of the season' in this Charlie Brown parody.

Seeking the Owner of a Phone Lost in Regent Square

The cell phone was found this morning on Sanders Street in Edgewood.

East Catholic School Parent Receives Threatening Message

The message references the Sandy Hook Elementary shootings.

PennDOT Announces Squirrel Hill Tunnel Holiday Schedule

Squirrel Hill Tunnel rehabilitation work is suspended Saturday morning through Jan. 1; work resumes Jan. 2.

Trio Held for Court in Wilkinsburg Burglary

Judge Kim M. Hoots also handles other cases in Wilkinsburg district court last week.

Fire Safety Tips for the Winter and Holiday Season

Here are some tips to keep your family safe this winter.

No, This Forest Hills Sign Is Not Counting Down to the World's End

The sign in the parking lot of Roman Bistro on Ardmore Boulevard actually is looking to days beyond Dec. 21.

Unsolved Cases: Taylor Murphy Went Missing in September

The Wilkinsburg teen might still be in the Pittsburgh area.

UPDATE: Winter Weather Advisory Warns of Blowing Snow

The National Weather Service issued the advisory for Allegheny, Butler, Beaver and other counties in the region.

Unsolved Cases: Stefanie Mills Missing Since 2002

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children lists her as an endangered runaway.

Brookline Tattoo Artist Takes Second on 'Ink Master'

Sarah Miller, owner of Wyld Chyld Tattoo on Brookline Boulevard, took second place during the finale of Spike TV's "Ink Master."

Charges Held for Court Against Man Accused of Indecent Assault on Greyhound Bus

District Judge Kim M. Hoots handles this case and others in her Wilkinsburg courtroom last week.

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.

We Have a Winner in the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre 'Nutcracker' Contest

This photo won the Bachor family a pair of tickets to an upcoming performance of the traditional holiday ballet.

VIDEO: How to Survive an Active Shooter Event

A dramatic YouTube video from July has gotten more popular lately.

GameStop in Edgewood Towne Centre Robbed on Tuesday

Also, retail thefts and other items from the last week's Edgewood police blotter.