Southwest Allegheny News

Robinson Applauds Passage of Legislation Authorizing Parole Agent Body Cameras

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 14, 2023

Senator Devlin Robinson (R-37) has praised the passage of House Bill 1278, which authorizes body cameras for parole agents. In a statement, Senator Robinson expressed his satisfaction with the approval of the bill in both chambers, stating, "I'm pleased a version of my bill - Senate Bill 260 - was approved in both chambers this week. Upon the governor's signature, parole agents will be authorized to wear body cameras to provide transparency and protection for both the agent and parolee."Senator Robinson highlighted the need for body cameras during last year's budget...

House Passes Expanded Dental Coverage Bill Sponsored by Gaydos

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 13, 2023

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed legislation sponsored by Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) that aims to restore dental coverage for Medical Assistance recipients. House Bill 1417 seeks to ensure that Medical Assistance provides a dental benefit package that includes the coverage that was available before cuts were made in 2011 without removing any existing dental coverage.In support of the bill, Gaydos emphasized the importance of dental care for overall health and workforce development. She stated, "Good dental care is good health care and is...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Allegheny County in week ending Dec. 9 2023?

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 13, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Allegheny County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

Washington County representatives respond to charges against controller

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 12, 2023

Reps. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington), Andrew Kuzma (R-Allegheny/Washington), Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington), Tim O’Neal (R-Washington), and Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny) released a statement in response to the news that Washington County Controller April Sloane has been charged with two counts of felony animal cruelty.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Allegheny County in week ending Dec. 9 2023

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 12, 2023

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Allegheny County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

Washington County House Delegation Expresses Outrage Over Controller’s Alleged Actions Against Her Dog

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 12, 2023

Washington County House Delegation Expresses Outrage Over Controller’s Alleged Actions Against Her DogDec 12, 2023In a strong and unified statement, the Washington County House Delegation has expressed their outrage over the alleged actions of Washington County Controller April Sloane towards her dog. Sloane has been charged with two counts of felony animal cruelty, which has shocked and appalled the delegation.Reps. Bud Cook, Andrew Kuzma, Natalie Mihalek, Tim O’Neal, and Jason Ortitay, all members of the Washington County House Delegation, issued a joint statement...

Robinson Bills Boosting Nonprofit Fundraising, Local Tourism Approved by Committee

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 12, 2023

Two bills aimed at supporting local communities have been approved by the Senate's Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee. The bills, sponsored by Sen. Devlin Robinson, have the potential to significantly impact nonprofit fundraising and tourism in Pennsylvania.One of the bills, Senate Bill 667, co-sponsored by Sen. Wayne Fontana, seeks to modernize fundraising practices for nonprofit organizations. Currently, state-licensed and registered nonprofit organizations are only allowed to accept cash and checks for fundraising raffles. However, with the...

Allegheny County home prices rose in November 2023 compared to November 2022

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 12, 2023

In November 2023, the median sale price of a home in Allegheny County rose by $5,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 11.2%.

1 gas station in cities throughout Allegheny County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Dec. 9 2023

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 11, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Allegheny County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Allegheny County in week ending Dec. 9 2023?

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 10, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Allegheny County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

Which former Southwest Allegheny News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 11?

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 9, 2023

This former Southwest Allegheny News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 11.

Weekly recap of Allegheny County home sales during week ending Dec. 2

By Southwest Allegheny News | Dec 9, 2023

There were 269 reported residential sales in Allegheny County in the week ending Dec. 2, according to BlockShopper.com.