Government Recalls 800,000 Fisher-Price Rock 'N Play Sleepers

Consumers should inspect their infant recliner seats.

Allegheny County Reports Four Recent Flu Deaths

Pennsylvania is reporting high influenza activity, according to the state health department and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Wexford Medical Mall Gets Final Stamp of Approval from Pine Supervisors

Pine Board of Supervisors votes unanimously to approve plans for the huge complex.

It's Deja Vu All Over Again When Pine Board of Supervisors Reorganizes

Michael Dennehy Jr. remains chairman and Philip Henry is vice chair.

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

Voting in the statewide contest ends Jan. 18.

Higher PA Turnpike Tolls Start Jan. 6

Drivers on the Pennsylvania Turnpike will pay higher tolls in 2013.

New E-cycling Law To Make 2013 Greener Across Pennsylvania

Households, businesses will no longer be able to dispose of TVs, computer equipment by throwing them out with the trash.

Gov. Corbett 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.

U.S. Reps Altmire, Critz, Murphy, Kelly Accepted Contributions from NRA

Open Secrets has published a list of recipients of National Rifle Association campaign contributions for the 2012 House campaign.

Gun Control Laws and Legislation: Where Does Pennsylvania Stand?

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

Holiday Message from Police, PennDOT: Drive Safely, Soberly and Wear Your Seatbelt

Operation Safe Holiday press conference includes speakers from PennDOT, Northern Regional and Cranberry police departments.

Can Trader Joe's be Lured to McCandless Crossing?

Developers are hoping to get a commitment from the speciality grocery store.

Allegheny County Judge Extends Deadline for Municipalities to Adopt 2013 Budgets

Allegheny County Judge R. Stanton Wettick Jr. signed a court order extending the Dec. 31 deadline for municipalities to pass 2013 budgets.

Highmark Plans to Build Huge Medical Mall in Wexford

North Way Christian Community is the former owner of the 15.6-acre site on Route 19.

Navy SEAL Killed in Hostage Rescue Is Monroeville Native

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

Traffic Alert: Expect Slow Going on McKnight Road at Ingomar Road

PennDOT bridge maintenance work will result in lane restrictions.

Richland Township Looking at No Tax Increase for 2013

The Board of Supervisors will vote on its $12 million budget on Dec. 19.

New Owner of Shoppes at Northway Outlines Preliminary Plans

Akron-based Levey and Co. envisions a mixed-use facility featuring restaurants, retail, office space and entertainment.

Pine Supervisors Approve No Increase in Tax Rate, But There's a Catch

Pine Township's tax rate remains at 1.2 mills.

Gov. Corbett Cuts Ribbon to Celebrate Wexford Flats Improvement Project on Route 19

Rep. Mike Turzai, township officials from Pine and McCandless, PennDOT officials and more join governor for ceremony.

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.

Soon-to-be Former Congressman Altmire Takes Job with Florida Health Insurer

The McCandless Democrat will be working for Florida Blue, the state's version of Blue Cross/Blue Shield.

What's Closed on Thanksgiving?

Planning to be home with your family and friends? So is everyone else.

Map: Seven Places to Avoid Because of PennDOT Projects This Weekend

Click on our interactive map to see where PennDOT road projects will slow your ride.

Election 2012: How They Voted in the Pine-Richland Area

How did your neighborhood vote in the race for president, the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House and the Pennsylvania House?

Tell Us: What Do You Think The Price of Gas Will Be Now That the Election is Over?

Do you think prices will soar, stay the same or go down? Did the election have anything to do with it?

Election 2012: Rothfus Defeats Critz in Newly Drawn 12th Congressional District

Rothfus said his No. 1 priority is the economy.

Election 2012: Barack Obama Re-Elected President

President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden defeat challengers Republican Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan in the 2012 presidential election.

Barack Obama Wins Pennsylvania

Voters in Pennsylvania on Tuesday cast their ballot for Barack Obama, giving the president the state's 20 electoral votes.

Glitchy Machine, Woman in Labor Votes, Candidate Cookies & Obama Lady: Election Day Roundup

It appears Election Day is about more than who you vote for.

Update: Election 2012 Turnout Brisk in Allegheny County, Western PA

Allegheny County Common Pleas Court extends deadline for absentee ballots to be submitted from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. after elections officials receive more requests than expected.

Pennsylvania Results 2012: Obama, Casey Win

Democrats dominate statewide races for treasurer, attorney general and auditor general.

Election 2012: Rep. Mike Turzai Easily Re-Elected to Represent PA's 28th House District

No challenger ran against the Republican representative in the primary or general elections this year.

Election 2012: How to Locate Your Polling Place

Here's a simple, easy way to locate your polling place in the Pine-Richland area.

UPDATE ON DELAY: Hallelujah! All Five Lanes to Open in Wexford Flats on Route 19

After years of traffic congestion—first from a too-narrow road and then from construction— Route 19 is close to completion.

PennDOT Extends Expiration Dates for Licenses, Registrations, More

The measure comes in response to Hurricane Sandy.

PennDOT Plans Guide Rail Repairs on I-79, I-376

Expect lane closures and restrictions.

PA Wine & Spirits Stores Closed Until Wednesday

Stores closed Monday afternoon as Hurricane Sandy approached.

Gov. Corbett: Interstates to Close Around Philadelphia for Hurricane Sandy

No injuries or deaths confirmed, the governor said at 6 p.m. update.