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Slightly higher income limits have been set for the Allegheny County Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program and will take effect on July 1. "WIC isn't just for families on public assistance. Eligibility is based on both inco...

Mayor Luke Ravenstahl recently spoke at the Pennsylvania League of Cities and Municipalities' (PLCM) annual convention, after which he encouraged attendees to join him in signing a letter in support of House Bill 1682, known as the Land Bank Bill....

The following Housing Court cases are scheduled for Thursday, June 30, at 10:30 a.m. in District Magisterial Judge Richard King's Courtroom: • Duane R. Lewis, 339 Moore Avenue, 30th Ward, Continued Codes 302.4, 304.11, 304.8, 108.2 • Edward...

City residents are now able to register online for a variety of Citiparks' activities with the launch of phase one of RegisterParks. The second phase, to take place by the end of the summer, will expand the registration offerings and allow for...

The Pilot Club of Pittsburgh held its annual picnic on Saturday, June 18 for the residents of the Emmaus Community on South Side. Twelve residents and six staff members joined the Pilots in enjoying hot dogs, chips, drinks, games, and fun on the...

The Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary Schools awarded re-accreditation to Bishop Leonard-Saint Mary of the Mount Academy. The school has been accredited since 2006. The school earned accreditation by completing an intensive evaluati...

A total of 1,777 Lehigh University students were awarded bachelors, masters or doctoral degrees during its 143rd commencement ceremonies at Goodman Stadium in Bethlehem. Local graduates included: Alison Buchan who earned a Bachelor of Science in...

Animal Friends has an urgent need for donations of pet food, especially dog food. Animal Friends' Chow Wagon program provides donations of pet food to more than 20 local food pantries. But recently, donations and supplies of pet food have dwindled....

Brandon Matchett, 12, of South Side won the boys national championship and Bailey Narr, 11, of Lawrence-ville won the girls national championship at the 88 th National Marbles Tournaments in Wildwood, N.J. This is the second time in three years that...

South Pittsburgh students were among those who earned Dean's List honors at Penn State University. Making the grades were: Mackenzie M. Barrett, University Park Campus; Salvatore D. Bittner, University Park Campus; Andrew S. Forse, Erie Campus;...

City Councilwoman Natalia Rudiak has introduced legislation to streamline dog licensing in Pittsburgh, cutting down on red tape and making it easier for residents to license their animals. "This legislation is the very example of modern government....

During the 2010-2011 grant year, the South Side-based Birmingham Foundation awarded 37 grants totaling over $1.1 million to 30 different health and human services organizations. In supporting agencies that work to improve youth outcomes, the...

The swearing-in of the borough's new code enforcement officer led off the June 20 Mount Oliver council meeting. Charles Knaus, who did similar work for the city, is the new hire. 　The position opened after Tom Plietz left for a similar...

Using the city as a backdrop, the Friends of Grandview Park held a Community Day celebration on Saturday, June 25. Music, food, crafts and more were available for visitors to the p...

16th Ward Suzanne Staab to Patricia Fantozzi at 218 Goldbach St. for $40,000. Jogene Inc. to 2232 Sarah Street LLC at 2232 Sarah St. for $410,000. James Deklavon to James and Julie Deklavon at 2411 Spring St. for $10,000. 17th Ward Suzanne Locaites...

The Carrick Community Council is now taking applications for participation in the 2011 Carrick Goes Gardening Showcase. The new format for this year will be a celebration of all the varieties of gardens in Carrick, whether they are large and grand...

The diversity of retail on South Side that attracted so many residents to the area is no longer as vibrant, according to some South Siders. "It is a great neighborhood but it faces both challenges and opportunities," said Kim Collins last week. She...