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A joyful group portrait of the Canon-Mac girls' basketball team celebrating inside a tunnel illuminated by bright orange horizontal light strips. The players are wearing championship hats, smiling, and biting their medals. In the foreground, they hold a large, colorful shield-shaped sign that reads "WPIAL CHAMPIONS - 2026 PITTSBURGH, PA."

Girls’ Basketball Makes History with First WPIAL Championship

In his third season at the Canon-McMillan School District, head coach John Fontana led the Big Macs to a historic milestone: the program’s first WPIAL championship in 51 years. When he first joined the District, Fontana said Superintendent Greg Taranto, Principal Brittany Taylor and Athletic Director Frank Vulcano helped make Canon-McMillan feel like the right place to be. That support helped lay the groundwork for a culture centered on excellence, which Fontana has emphasize

1 day ago2 min read

A promotional image featuring Tara Smith, a smiling woman with reddish-brown hair and glasses, wearing a black leather biker jacket and dark jeans. She holds an acoustic guitar and stands outdoors near a stone balustrade. Above her is the large, bold text "RUNNING TOWARD HEALING."

Running Toward Healing

Area runner and cancer survivor Tara Smith is using her story—and the Pittsburgh Half Marathon—to support young adults facing cancer. When Tara Smith crossed the finish line of the Pittsburgh Half Marathon this spring, it represented far more than 13.1 miles. It marked another chapter in a journey defined by resilience, reinvention and survival. Now nearly six years cancer-free, the personal trainer and melanoma survivor has transformed one of the darkest periods of her life

2 days ago3 min read

Vibrant graphic illustration of a "Summer Scoop" community outdoor movie night. In the foreground, a young couple sits on a blanket with popcorn, looking toward a large inflatable movie screen displaying a film of three children. To the left stands a wooden kiosk featuring a "SUMMER SCOOP" sign and a list of events including "Movie in the Park," "Park Jazz Nights," "Local Food Festival," "Nature Walks & Tales," and "Community Bonfire." The scene is set on a grassy lawn at night under a starry sky, with string lights and other attendees in lawn chairs in the background.

Summer Scoop—Canon-Mac

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

4 days ago11 min read

A vibrant and inviting street-side outdoor dining scene on a sunny day. In the foreground, a wooden table and chairs are positioned on a light-colored paved sidewalk, with a planter of red flowers in the corner. Above the seating area, the image features large, stylized text that reads "EAT, DRINK —and Be Airy!" in bold orange and blue lettering. The background shows a perspective view of additional outdoor tables and chairs lining the sidewalk under red awnings, decorated with lush hanging flower baskets filled with yellow and orange blooms.

Eat, Drink—and Be Airy!—South

Summer is almost here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors. 31 Sports Bar & Grille Address: 1020 Washington Pike, Bridgeville Contact: 31sportsbargrille.com, or 412.632.2922 A full menu of spot-on bar food with lots of specials to accompany any sporting event. Heaters make the outdoor area inviting year-round and a welcome spot for fans, family and friends. All Star Sports Bar & Grill Addr

May 197 min read

A graphic design featuring an action photograph from an outdoor pickleball game alongside bold promotional text. The left side of the graphic consists of a solid, vibrant blue sidebar overlayed with large, stacked white text that reads "PICKLEBALL FEVER HITS THE SOUTH HILLS." The right side features a bright, daytime photograph of a pickleball match in progress on an outdoor court with a red and tan surface. In the foreground, a young man with dark hair, sunglasses, a blue t-shirt, and dark athletic shorts is viewed from behind as he lunges forward to strike a yellow pickleball near the net with his black-and-green paddle. Across the net, two opponents stand ready on the opposite side of the court: a woman wearing a teal athletic two-piece set and sunglasses, and a man wearing a light grey t-shirt, dark shorts, and sunglasses holding a black paddle. A black chain-link fence and a line of lush green trees under a bright sky form the background.

Pickleball Fever Hits the South Hills

How courts are becoming the hottest summer hangout in the south suburbs. In the rolling hills and leafy cul-de-sacs of Pittsburgh’s south suburbs, a new sound has officially overtaken the Friday night roar of high school football stadiums and the Sunday afternoon crack of a baseball bat. It is the rhythmic, plastic pop-pop-pop of the pickleball, a sound that has transformed the region into one of the sport’s most intense hotspots for active older adults looking for low-impact

May 193 min read

Gemini said A woman in a black dress stands and claps excitedly at her dinner table, celebrating with fellow guests during the 17th Annual Symphony of Food at Bella Sera.

17th Annual Symphony of Food

WOMEN of Southwestern PA hosted its sold-out 17th Annual Symphony of Food on Jan. 30 at Bella Sera Event Villa & Catering—bringing together community leaders, area residents, sponsors, and volunteers for an elegant evening benefiting women and children in need. The event featured dining, raffles, auctions and live entertainment, highlighted by an inspiring presentation from Marlella Thomas of the Legacy of Hope Center, continuing the organization’s 25-year mission that has ra

Mar 191 min read

Inside Baxter’s R•Cade in Southpointe, two children stand at a "Classic Neon Bowling" arcade game in the foreground. In the background, another child plays on a long wooden shuffleboard table within the modern, well-lit entertainment venue and restaurant space.

Old School Meets New Cool!

Baxter’s R•Cade in Southpointe brings play and nostalgia to the South Hills. In a region known for its growing entertainment scene, Baxter’s R•Cade has quickly carved out a space as a go-to destination for play, food, connection—wrapped in a bit of nostalgia. Located in Southpointe Town Center in Canonsburg, Baxter’s blends classic arcade fun with an elevated restaurant and bar experience, offering something refreshingly different for the South Hills. The idea came from Dan

Feb 202 min read

A serene shot of a woman receiving a restorative hot stone massage, a signature service for spring renewal. She lies face down on a white massage table with four smooth, dark stones placed along her spine, embodying the relaxation and muscle-soothing treatments found at local spas.

Blissful Escapes—South

From exfoliating scrubs to restorative massages, treat yourself to a spring spa treatment designed to renew skin, relax muscles, and welcome the warmer months. Cold days and heavy layers can leave both body and mind feeling dull. Spring is nature’s reminder that renewal is possible. With brightening facials, restorative massages, and revitalizing body treatments, spas offer an ideal way to refresh after months of winter hibernation. Here’s a list of local spas and salons wher

Feb 35 min read

The spacious interior dining area of Baseline Bar & Grille, featuring numerous wooden tables and tan chairs set for service. Large windows in the background provide a clear view of blue-lit indoor pickleball courts, while decorative dartboards with chevron patterns line the left wall.

Rally, Relax, Repeat

LevelUp Pickleball Club’s Baseline Bar & Grille turns pickleball into an all-day hang, with fresh food, drinks, and a cool social vibe. Baseline Bar & Grille feels like the kind of place you instantly belong. Located in Canonsburg, the neighborhood restaurant can be found inside the LevelUp Pickleball Club on Mayview Road, giving it an unmistakably sporty, community-driven feel. At the heart of it all is Greg Braeudigam, chef and manager, whose passion for food, people, and c

Feb 33 min read

A classroom of high school students sits at desks, listening to a teacher at the front of the room.

Earn College Credits While Attending Canon-McMillan High School

The Canon-McMillan School District offers students an outstanding academic opportunity through the College in the High School (CHS)...

Sep 19, 20252 min read

The Camon-McMillan High School boys' soccer team and their coaches pose for a team photo on a turf field in front of a soccer goal and scoreboard.

True Teamwork

Canon-McMillan Boys Soccer builds a legacy on and off the field. 2025-2026 Canon-McMillan Mens Varsity and Junior Varsity Soccer Team....

Sep 18, 20253 min read

A group of young cheerleaders in blue and white uniforms with red, white, and blue pom-poms march and smile at the camera during a parade.

Canonsburg Celebrates the 4th

This year’s Canonsburg Fourth of July Celebration was packed with patriotic fun from morning ‘til night. The day kicked off with the 41st...

Sep 18, 20251 min read

A large pile of vibrant orange pumpkins, with a single green pumpkin mixed in, is stacked high against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

Fall Festival Fever!—Canon-Mac, Chartiers Valley, and West Jefferson Hills

As Autumn approaches, let the fall fun begin! Pumpkins, corn mazes, hayrides, applefests and more await. Down on the Farm Fall Fun on the...

Sep 18, 202512 min read

Farmers Markets in and around the Pittsburgh area

Fall-tastic Farmers Markets

It’s harvest season, and local farmers markets are filling up with autumn bounty. Crisp apples, changing leaves, and chilly air—it’s the...

Jul 10, 20253 min read

Our 2025 Summer Events Guide is packed with community festivals, outdoor concerts and movies, and much more.

Endless Summer Fun—Canon-Mac

Our 2025 Summer Events Guide is packed with community festivals, outdoor concerts and movies, and much more. Fairs, Festivals and...

Jun 16, 202510 min read

Inspired by Urban Legends and Mysterious Creatures

Bridgeville resident Mark Berton’s debut novel, “Aroughcoune,” is a tale of mutant killer raccoons, government conspiracies and social commentary. Mark Berton and his daughter, Juliette, at Cooper’s Rock State Forest. A secret government project goes awry and breeds a giant, genetically modified killer raccoon. This wild science fiction and horror adventure from the mind of Bridgeville’s Mark Berton may be exactly what you need for an escape from reality. Berton has lived in

Jun 5, 20253 min read