Dino Lopreiato was 5 years old when Brackenridge celebrated its 75 th anniversary in 1976. “I rode in a hot air balloon and I’ll never forget it,” said Lopreiato, a member of borough council and the chairman of the Brackenridge Improvement Group. “We had ... See more
The Fox Chapel Area School District is going blue. The district isn’t shifting its school colors, but leaders are exploring what it would take to become a Blue Zone — regions across the globe where people live longer, happier and healthier. “In our commun... See more
Brit Gasper let out a tepid exclamation Monday while watching paving crews work at Pittsburgh Mills in Frazer. “Woo-hoo,” she said, half-heartedly. “I’ll believe it when they finish — when my car doesn’t go thud when I drive up here.” The shopping complex... See more
A fast-paced sport that’s a unique mix of hockey, basketball, dodgeball and handball is coming to Harrison Hills this fall. Vikingball, a co-ed adult league, will start in September at the Allegheny County-owned park in Harrison. It’s open to people 18 an... See more
Brackenridge Salvation Army Capt. Dave Bender wants all children to go back to school with a pep in their step. Whether that means a new backpack, fresh haircut or just a boost of confidence, the facility’s Back-to-School Bash aims to provide it all. “Thi... See more
