Mt. Lebanon business owner D. Raja has won the Republican nomination for Pennsylvania's 37th Senate district in Tuesday's state primary election. More than 97 percent of Allegheny County precincts have reported returns. Raja, who is vying to replace ... »
Do you like to bowl? Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania's Washington and Greene County Chapter is hosting its annual Bowl-A-Thon—the organization's largest fundraiser—on Thursday at The Meadows Lanes at The Meadows Racetrack & Casino in North S... »
U.S. Rep. Tim Murphy (R-Upper St. Clair) is seeking his sixth term as representative of the 18th Congressional District. Murphy has lived in Upper St. Clair for more than 30 years with his wife and daughter. They attend St. Thomas More Church in Bethel... »
More than 30 people protested outside of U.S. Rep. Tim Murphy's Mt. Lebanon office Tuesday calling on him to support the Buffett Rule. "We're speaking out on Tax Day because the middle class and working poor paid a higher tax rate than Mitt Romney, Wel... »
Riders at Kennywood Park may soon be able to down some liquid courage before hopping on the amusement park’s more daring rides. At a public hearing Wednesday, West Mifflin officials approved a liquor license transfer from a closed McKeesport restaurant... »
The state Senate race will impact Peters Township residents and those who reside in parts of Allegheny County greatly—the Republican winner on April 24 could be an unchallenged nominee in November. The Peters Township Republicans organization is hosti... »
A McMurray doctor charged in federal court with overprescribing two narcotics was held for trial Tuesday after his preliminary hearing in Pittsburgh, the U.S. Attorney's Office confirmed. The Observer-Reporter is reporting, Dr. Oliver Herndon performed... »
1. Kids Resale Where/When: South Hills Bible Chapel, 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on FridayWhy Go?: It's that time of year—to be enjoying the warm weather and playing outside with kids, family and friends! So what better way to get a jumpstart on the season tha... »
Ann Hixenbaugh, age 62, of South Park formerly of Bethel Park, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, March 2. Beloved wife of Kim Hixenbaugh; loving mother of Jennifer (Jake) Rorison of South Park and Tracy (Michael) Szuhoza of ... »
Last week, Central Catholic defeated Peters Township, 55-47. PT center Gabe Pritz lead the team 35-31, was injured and then pulled out of the game. But, this doesn't necessarily mean "the end." If Central Catholic defeats Gateway in the WPIAL Champion... »
U.S. Rep. Tim Murphy is slated to meet with military and community leaders Thursday to discuss efforts to prevent the closure of the 911th Airlift Wing. Personnel at the 911th have been told they will learn March 6 about the Air Force's plans for them ... »
Every Friday (including today) until Easter, Palazzo 1837 Ristorante—off of Route 19 just before The Meadows—will serve specialty seafood selections from a Lenten menu. The choices include beer-battered cod and house-made rustic potato chips with the c... »
Editor's Note: This story was updated Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Woodland Hills' Shakim Alonzo has been charged in a juvenile petition with assault for striking Peters Township player Gabe Pritz on the head during the WPIAL first-round game, the Observer-Re... »
The Peters Township Dollar Bank office and loan center, located at 3980 Washington Road, will have a new addition to its ATM this spring. The bank announced plans Tuesday to introduce new video teller services, at both walk-up and drive-thru ATMs, int... »
U.S. Rep. Tim Murphy said he was disappointed after meeting Thursday with Air Force officials in an effort to change their plans to close the Moon-based 911th Airlift Wing. Murphy, R-Upper St. Clair, said military officials remained unmoved after a me... »
