Tell Us: What’s the Biggest Challenge You’ve Ever Faced?

Whether it's being the first in your family to graduate college or raising money for a local cause, tell us your stories. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.

Signups for 2013 Race for the Cure Set This Weekend at Ross Park Mall

Participants may register and pick up T-shirts and race packets Saturday and Sunday.

At the Barre: Daily Method Fitness Studio Opens This Weekend

This fitness franchise opening in nearby Pine is the first in the Pittsburgh region.

Rabies Alert: Raccoons Test Positive Near the North Allegheny Area

Three dogs were exposed to raccoons that tested positive for rabies.

North Allegheny Tennis Clinches Championship for Third Straight Year

The win moves the Tigers’ overall season record to 14-0, including a 13-0 section record.

Mom's Challenge Inspires Organization for CHD Support, Awareness

Danielle McKain lived at the hospital for a year while her son had several surgeries to treat his congenital heart disease. She started the organization Jameson's Army to help other families in similar situations. Sponsored by Post Grape-Nuts.

North Allegheny Residents Urged to 'See Something, Say Something, Send Something'

Reports of suspicious activity in the area has nearly doubled since the Boston Marathon bombing.

North Allegheny to Borrow $4 Million to Upgrade the School District's Technology Infrastructure

The school board Wednesday also approved spending $15,052 to improve security.

Wanna Save Water? Money? Try a Rain Barrel

The age-old practice is growing in popularity.

McCandless Crossing Update: Site Prep Begins for Final Phase

At least two new restaurants hope to be open by the summer of 2014.

New North Park Restaurant Serves Up Locally Produced Foods, Brews

You don't have to be golfer to try the food—or the beer—at the Club Sandwich Shop located on the park's golf course.

Update: Franklin Park Police Department Office Phone Service Restored

911 Calls were NOT effected by the problem.

More Than Just Weight Loss: Woman Shares Journey to Health

Hayley Martin has lost more than 60 pounds but says the weight loss is just an added bonus of creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Sponsored by Post Grape-Nuts.

McCandless Approves 2013 Road Paving Plan

North Allegheny Patch shows you which streets are on the list.

Reminder: Discount Period Ends April 30 for Allegheny County Property Taxes

Property owners must pay their county tax bills soon to take advantage of the 2% discount.

North Allegheny Band Named Festival Grand Champions

Seven NA musicians also received individual awards.

How Low Will They Go? Why Experts Predict North Allegheny Area Gas Prices Will Drop Even More

See which stations have the lowest gas prices in the North Allegheny Area.

North Hills Area Dog Camp Temporarily Closes to Prevent Spread of Stomach Bug

Camp Bow Wow plans to reopen May 2.

Prosecutors Drop Deposition of 5-Year-Old Girl in Abuse Case Against Her Parents

Kristen and Douglas Barbour of Franklin Park are accused of abusing their adopted children.

Tires, Couch, Windshield Among Items Removed from North Park in Earth Day Clean-Up

The event was organized by the Friends of North Park and the North Area Environmental Council.

Stink Bug Season Is Returning to the North Allegheny Area

Can they be stopped? Got any home remedies you'd like to share?

PA State Police Cite Truck Driver in I-79 Rush Hour Accident

The jack-knifed tractor-trailer created miles-long backups for commuters Tuesday morning.

Update: Wreckage Cleared After Tractor Trailer Accident Snarls Traffic on I-79

Traffic Tuesday morning was backed up beyond Pennsylvania Turnpike Interchange

U.S. News Ranks North Allegheny Among Top Pennsylvania High Schools

'U.S. News and World Report' releases its 2013 "Best High Schools" rankings today. Find out where North Allegheny stands in the state and the nation.

Duquesne University Helps Unemployed Workers Become Entrepreneurs

The Small Business Development Center's program provides entrepreneurship training to help unemployed residents in McCandless, Bradford Woods, Franklin Park and Marshall Township.

Pittsburgh Marathon Will Help One Fund Boston

North Allegheny-area residents participating will also be asked to observe a moment of silence at the starting line.

Allegheny County Adds Its First Two CNG Vehicles to Fleet

County officials unveiled the first two compressed natural gas trucks put into service for the public works department at an Earth Day press conference Monday.

Bruegger's Offering Free Bagels on April 25

The bagel company is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

What IS That Smell?

If you’ve noticed some, um, unusual scents in the spring air, Patch knows what it is.

Look: See Who is Hiring in the North Allegheny Area

A listing of job openings in McCandless, Bradford Woods, Franklin Park and Marshall Township.

State Has Money for North Allegheny Sports Groups, LaRoche College and You

Pennsylvania Treasury's Bureau of Unclaimed Property also lists Franklin Park and McCandless businesses with money due them—and there might be some out there for you, too.

Public Safety Responders Get a Lesson in What’s Right—And What’s Wrong

As a way to enhance safety practices, Franklin Park and Marshall participate in a Traffic Incident Management training exercise with fire and law enforcement agencies from around the region.

It's Here! Treetop Adventure Course Opens Today at North Park

The course features five zip lines, two Tarzan swings, and a series of ropes, ladders, bridges, swings and trapezes – many with view of the North Park Lake.

What Do You Do If Coyotes are in Your Neighborhood?

Several Patch readers spot coyotes in the the area—and state game commission officials say sightings are becoming more common.

Bring Your Child to Work on Thursday

Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work Day allows employees to bring their own children to work and offer them experiences in their workplace.

Volunteers Needed to Plant Western PA Conservancy Community Gardens

The work of more than 13,000 volunteers from neighborhoods, schools, businesses and organizations have made it possible for communities in 20 counties to enjoy 135 gardens.

Lyrid Meteor Shower 2013 Peak: When and Where to Watch in North Allegheny

Here's the forecast for the best show not on Earth.

Report: McCandless Police Filing Charges Against Man in Attempted Child Luring

School officials say the man offered a female student a ride Thursday morning.

North Allegheny School Board Considers Technology, Security Upgrades

Upgrades would include wireless coverage installed at all seven elementary school buildings, along with video phone systems and door access controls for all schools.

Report: Franklin Park Couple Accused of Abusing Adopted Children Win Custody of Biological Children

Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Jeffrey Manning issued his decision Thursday.