Festivals, food, music and more... here’s what area communities have lined up for the season. The community calendar is filling up fast. Whether you’re planning ahead or just looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon or warm evening, consider this your guide to making the most of the season. From food trucks and festivals to concerts and movies under the stars, these events highlight the best of what summer has to offer close to home. We kindly ask that before attendin

Festivals, food, music and more... here’s what area communities have lined up for the season. The community calendar is filling up fast. Whether you’re planning ahead or just looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon or warm evening, consider this your guide to making the most of the season. From food trucks and festivals to concerts and movies under the stars, these events highlight the best of what summer has to offer close to home. We kindly ask that before attendin

The historic Venetia School has evolved from a rural schoolhouse into a vibrant community hub—remaining an important part of the community for 100 years. Long before it became a gathering place for community groups and local events, the historic Venetia School building stood at the heart of a growing township. The land where it sits today was first occupied in the 1700s by James and Joshua Wright—among the earliest settlers in what would eventually become Peters Township. As

In just two months since taking office, Mayor Tom Maglicco has moved quickly to advance key priorities centered on infrastructure, economic development, and neighborhood preservation. A lifelong resident of McKeesport, Maglicco has paired hands-on community engagement with strategic planning, focusing on both immediate needs and long-term growth. Infrastructure: Modern Tools and Strategic Investment Infrastructure has been one of the administration’s earliest focal points. Am

In recent years, several talented young players from Allegheny County, known as mibsters, have found national success at the annual National Marbles Tournament in Wildwood, New Jersey (left photo). Some of these champions even come from right here in Shaler Township. Since the tournament began in 1922, Allegheny County has produced more than 30 national champions, with many of those victories occurring in just the past two decades. The term “mibster” refers to young marble pl

On Saturday, Aug. 9, Murrysville Community Park was filled with food, games and live music as families gathered for an evening of fun at the annual Concert in the Park. Guests enjoyed performances by Landline Bluegrass, Louie Castle & Unleashed, and The Nied’s Hotel Band before the night closed with a dazzling fireworks display. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO