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Two people are vying for three open seats on Tarentum Council — but there’s still a race at hand. Council President Scott Dadowski, a Democrat, is running unopposed for a four-year 2nd Ward seat. Republican newcomer Maggie Smith is seeking a four-year term in the 3rd Ward. They also are ....
Tarentum has experienced eight water main breaks in the past two months. Ninety percent of the pipes at the water distribution plant are 100 years old. “Our system is failing,” Manager Dwight Boddorf said. “Anytime we go to replace something, there’s a high chance of collapse.” Officials are trying to ....
Critical mobility needs in Tarentum, Brackenridge and Harrison are being targeted through a proposal from Pittsburgh Regional Transit. The agency is seeking funding for the creation of two microtransit zones in Allegheny County. One would be in McKeesport, and the other could serve people in the three Alle-Kiski Valley towns. ....
It wasn’t too many years ago that firefighters bristled at the mention of consolidation. “There’s a difference now,” said Brad James, assistant chief at Eureka Fire and Rescue in Tarentum. He’s been in the emergency service business for 40 years. “It doesn’t matter much anymore whether you’re for it or ....
High school juniors and seniors who live in Tarentum will have a chance to see firsthand how local governments operate through a new program starting this fall. The borough is implementing a “junior councilperson” program through which teens with an interest in politics can engage in local lawmaking and develop ....