Mount Washington was once a distinct natural barrier separating Pittsburgh from the communities in the South Hills and beyond, but that changed dramatically when the Liberty Tunnels opened to traffic 100 years ago. The tunnels – or “the tubes,” as they are known locally – connect the ...
Amateur radio clubs across the country are getting ready to participate in the annual American Radio Relay League Field Day next weekend. The Washington Amateur Communications (WACOM) will be setting up June 22 and 23 at Mingo County Creek Park in Finleyville at the historic log cabin near the ...
Need to beat the heat? This Memorial Day weekend many of the region’s public pools will be opening their doors to anyone in need of a dip. Check below for information on when the pool closest to you will be open, and how much admission will cost. Washington County Canonsburg Town Park ...
A former Bridgeville police officer from Washington is being charged for striking a woman with his patrol vehicle in December. Allegheny County Police Department charged Daine Lower, 25, last week with a felony of aggravated assault by vehicle. According to the criminal complaint, shortly ...
The population at the South Park Game Preserve grew a little bigger this weekend with the birth of two calves. Tim Foster, who lives near the preserve and volunteers there, said Lily, who gave birth for the first time last April, became a mother again Friday. “Lily was the first one we ...
More than 28,000 species of orchids bloom everywhere on earth except Antarctica, and hundreds of those delicate, colorful, perfectly symmetrical flowers will be on display and available for purchase this weekend during the Orchid Society of Western Pennsylvania’s annual spring show, ...
