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Covering Oakmont, Penn Hills Municipality, and Verona Borough

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Local Stories

Graphic feature image showcasing Dominic Porter in a red athletic jersey with the number 28, holding a soccer ball under his right arm in front of a goal net. The bold text "Fun and Excitement on Dek" is overlaid in white with a thick red outline on the left side of the frame against a blurred green background.

Fun and Excitement on Dek

Sophomore Dominic Porter talks about his love for dek hockey, and why more kids should give the sport a try. Dominic (Dom) will be a sophomore this fall, and he’s excited to play for the Penn Hills Indians Ball Hockey team (sometimes called dek hockey) for the second year. As a freshman player, he was the third top scorer for the year and was voted Most Valuable Player twice. He started playing the sport when he was just six years old. “I started out as a center, but I now pl

Jun 172 min read

A serene, sunny day in a community park, viewed from under the dappled shade of a large, mature tree. A detailed, classically designed wooden bench sits prominently on a dirt path under the tree's branches. In the mid-ground, a well-manicured green lawn leads to two matching, green-roofed picnic pavilions and a neat playground area with orange-framed equipment (a swing and possibly a ladder structure), all set against a backdrop of distant, residential buildings. The stylized, cream-colored text "Park It!" is prominently overlayed across the upper-mid-ground of the image.

Park It!

Just when you thought the winter would never be over, a ray of sun shines through and welcomes you to local outdoor spaces again. Oakmont, Verona and Penn Hills are blessed with many wonderful outdoor areas, including some with views of the Allegheny River. It’s time to get out and enjoy the warmer weather as spring begins. Following are a few of the parks in the area, with each one offering something a little bit different. Oakmont has beautiful Riverside Park, with pavilio

Apr 133 min read

The rustic interior living room of the Wyckoff-Mason House features a cream-colored couch with a cozy throw and decorative pillows. The room has exposed wooden walls, a rocking chair with a "Route 66" pillow, and a wooden staircase leading upstairs.

Time Travelers

Some people want to do more than just read about history—they want to experience it. And at the Wyckoff-Mason House, they can! The...

Sep 22, 20254 min read

A River Runs Through It

The Allegheny River flows past the historic boat and canoe clubs that pay homage to life along the water in Verona and Oakmont. Many...

Mar 19, 20254 min read

Would You Like Fries With That?

Chick-fil-A employee Luke Marasco got the surprise of his life when the company’s CEO showed up at the Monroeville restaurant. In March,...

Apr 22, 20243 min read

Highlights

Jamie Warden, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Cinderlands Beer Company

Georgetown Oaks will offer a premier venue for weddings, parties, corporate events and more.

Georgetown Oaks Wedding Venue Coming Soon!

The Allegheny River flows past the historic boat and canoe clubs that pay homage to life along the water in Verona and Oakmont. Many sprung up in the late 19th and early 20th century, with a few still active today.

A River Runs Through It

Chick-fil-A employee Luke Marasco got the surprise of his life when the company’s CEO showed up at the Monroeville restaurant.

Would You Like Fries With That?

Jamie Warden, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Cinderlands Beer Company

Georgetown Oaks Wedding Venue Coming Soon!

A River Runs Through It

Would You Like Fries With That?

Jamie Warden, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Cinderlands Beer Company

Georgetown Oaks Wedding Venue Coming Soon!

A River Runs Through It

Would You Like Fries With That?

Jamie Warden, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Cinderlands Beer Company

Georgetown Oaks Wedding Venue Coming Soon!

A River Runs Through It

Would You Like Fries With That?

Jamie Warden, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Cinderlands Beer Company

Georgetown Oaks Wedding Venue Coming Soon!

A River Runs Through It

Would You Like Fries With That?

Jamie Warden, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Cinderlands Beer Company

Georgetown Oaks Wedding Venue Coming Soon!

A River Runs Through It

Would You Like Fries With That?

Jamie Warden, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Cinderlands Beer Company

Georgetown Oaks Wedding Venue Coming Soon!

A River Runs Through It

Would You Like Fries With That?

Jamie Warden, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Cinderlands Beer Company

Georgetown Oaks Wedding Venue Coming Soon!

A River Runs Through It

Would You Like Fries With That?

Of Interest

A lifestyle photograph overlaid with text serves as a feature image for an article on fall activities. On the right side, a smiling woman with wavy brown hair, wearing a cream-colored knit sweater and a plaid scarf, holds a mug while looking at the camera. The background is a bustling autumn farm scene, featuring rows of pumpkins, corn stalks, and other people milling about. To the left, large, decorative text reads: "SWEATER WEATHER AND Fall Festivals," accented by a maple leaf icon. Below this, a smaller block of text says: "CRISP AIR, CORN MAZES AND PUMPKIN PATCHES—UNPACKING HOMETOWN TRADITIONS THAT MAKE FALL UNFORGETTABLE." A sign reading "APPLE CIDER" is visible further back on the left.

Sweater Weather and Fall Festivals—McKeesport Area and Oakmont-Penn Hills-Verona

Crisp air, corn mazes and pumpkin patches—unpacking hometown traditions that make fall unforgettable. Down on the Farm Gearhard Farms Annual Corn Maze When: Weekends from early September through Halloween Where: 5909 Saltsburg Road, Murrysville For more info: gearhardfarms.com Get lost in fall fun at Gearhard Farms! Each year since 2000, a corn maze has been designed with all ages in mind, offering various challenges for participants. Additional farm activities include hayrid

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—Norwin and Oakmont-Penn Hills-Verona

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