Save the Brains is back this year! When a young boy learned of his father's rare diagnosis with no known cure, he knew he had to make a difference. In creating a pick-up style, all-levels friendly hockey tournament fundraiser, Sam Kieffer has been able to raise tens of thousands of dollars towards research for Epidermoid Brain Tumors, which have greatly affected his father, Kenny, and the rest of the Kieffer family, along with thousands around the world. Read more about Epidermoid Brain Tumors, the international society providing support and reasearch funding, the Kieffer family, and last year's Save the Brains event here. This year, on Sunday July 21, the Save the Brains event will be taking place at the Alpha Ice Complex in Pittsburgh, complete with multiple hockey games, raffles, food, and more. Admission to watch and participate is completely free! If you'd like to play alongside the inspirational Sam and his father Kenny, with any age or experience level, sign up here.

Sharpsburg officials are hoping a growing chest of state and federal money will bring them something the borough hasn't had since the 1800s " a direct connection to much of its riverfront property. On the heels of a $25 million federal award in June, Sharpsburg got a state award this

A deteriorating Indiana Township railroad bridge with cracked concrete and water damage is scheduled to close for five weeks for restoration. The Rural Ridge Tunnel along Little Deer Creek Valley Road is nearly 130 years old and signs of its age are apparent, police Chief Steve Colucci said. "The repair

A familiar face has returned to Sharpsburg Council to serve a familiar role. David Breingan was appointed to fill the seat vacated by Kayla Portis, who served as its vice president and was named the borough's new mayor earlier this month. Council voted 6-0 on July 25 to accept Portis'

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A South Fayette engineering firm is making the move to O'Hara in an effort to grow its business in the Alle-Kiski Valley and beyond. Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates signed a 52-month lease for about 5,000 square feet at 534-536 Alpha Drive in the RIDC Park. "We made the switch because our

Craig Sorg, a staple at numerous Fox Chapel-area community events, has announced his days to serve and protect the borough are numbered. The police sergeant is retiring after more than three decades in law enforcement. Council unanimously accepted Sorg's resignation letter July 15. However, residents will have plenty of time

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Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, the nation's #1 privately-owned and -operated real estate brokerage, proudly announces the launch of its innovative Buy & Borrow Bundle program. This groundbreaking initiative is a bold move to underscore the Hanna family's unwavering commitment to making homeownership achievable for individuals across the country. Recognizing the profound importance a home plays in the life of every American, Howard Hanna has designed the Buy & Borrow Bundle program to streamline the home-buying process, offering comprehensive support and financial incentives that cater to the unique needs of everyone in search of home. How It Works: Sign an Exclusive Buyer Agency Agreement: Partner with a Howard Hanna agent and secure your exclusive agreement.Get Pre-Approved: Obtain pre-approval with Howard Hanna Mortgage Services to know your budget.Find and Close on Your Dream Home: Discover your ideal home, make an offer, and finalize your purchase with Howard Hanna Real Estate and Howard Hanna Mortgage Services.Receive Your Savings: Enjoy a 0.5% credit at settlement towards your closing costs, potentially saving you up to $10,000!*"We are thrilled to introduce the Buy & Borrow Bundle, which reflects our ongoing dedication to providing superior value and convenience to our clients," said F. Duffy Hanna, president of Howard Hanna Financial Services. "This program not only offers substantial financial benefits but also simplifies the home buying process by consolidating essential services under one roof." "At Howard Hanna, we understand that buying a home is more than a transaction; it's about building a future and creating lasting memories," said Howard W. "Hoby" Hanna IV, CEO, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. "Our Buy & Borrow Bundle program is designed to support families every step of the way, providing them with the tools and resources they need to achieve the American dream of homeownership. Our company was founded with a mission to bring solutions to the consumer to help them navigate the complex homebuying process… this is yet another step in achieving our mission." Howard Hanna is no stranger to innovation and adaptation. Since the 1980s, the brokerage has offered a Money Back Guarantee, a bold program offering to buy back a home at 100% of the value if a client is not satisfied. The company also offers a Cash Guarantee, an as-good-as-cash or better offer to help them secure their dream homes, as well Lock and Shop, allowing potential buyers to lock in a loan rate and combat the fear of interest rates in the future. Howard Hanna's Buy & Borrow Bundle program reaffirms the company's dedication to fostering family-oriented communities and making homeownership more attainable for all. For more information about the Buy & Borrow Bundle program, visit www.howardhanna.com/bundle or contact your local Howard Hanna office. About Howard Hanna: The Hanna Family of Companies proudly provide real estate, title, insurance and mortgage services to clients across 13 states. As the largest family-owned and -operated real estate brokerage in the United States, this full-service real estate company has more than 500 offices and 15,000 sales associates and staff, including many of the industry's top-producing real estate, title, mortgage and insurance agents. For more information, visit HowardHanna.com. *Visit www.howardhanna.com/bundle for more information.

Those who have worked with Foxwall EMS Lt. Jen Swab know she is a national treasure. The paramedic and training officer with more than three decades of experience saving lives recently received the hardware to prove it. Swab was among this year's American Ambulance Association's Vanguard Award winners. Association officials

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Looking to complete your Bar Exam this summer? The David L. Lawrence Convention Center will be holding testing this month from July 30-31. To view the schedule and to find out more information about future exams, click here! Photo by Andrew Neel on Unsplash

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