Southeast Allegheny News

Don’t let debate, mandates obscure church’s real mission, theologians say

By Press release submission | Aug 22, 2021

Often throughout the COVID-19 pandemic — with its mandates and restrictions aimed at safeguarding people’s lives and health — the importance of safeguarding religious freedom became a major issue.

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Face masks make a comeback among worshippers as coronavirus variant surges

By Press release submission | Aug 22, 2021

Andrea Ramirez, 11, receives Communion from Father Patrick Ojiakor Aug. 14, 2021, at St. John of God Church in Central Islip, N.Y. Nine young people, ages 9 through 17, received the sacraments of initiation -- baptism, confirmation and first Communion -- during a special Mass celebrated for them.

I Want My Parish Bulletin!

By Press release submission | Aug 22, 2021

For those who have been getting the weekly parish bulletin from our outdoor bins at each Church, we have noticed that not many are being taken any longer.

Patriotism Celebration: Fireworks Display on August 27

By Press release submission | Aug 22, 2021

Following a patriotic performance by the U.S. Army Field Band, Mayor Michael Cherepko and the City of McKeesport are proud to present a stunning fireworks display by ACE Pyro.

SVSD School Entry and Dismissal Times

By Press release submission | Aug 22, 2021

Students who attend Steel Center should arrive by 7:00 am.

Number of teachers pledging to teach Critical Race Theory in Verona stagnates at one in week ending Aug. 21

By Southeast Allegheny News | Aug 22, 2021

There were no new teachers in Verona who signed the pledge in week ending Aug. 21, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Southeast Allegheny News area weekly mass times

By Southeast Allegheny News | Aug 21, 2021

The following parishes in the Southeast Allegheny News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Allegheny County COVID-19 Update: 99.83% of infected residents still alive

By Southeast Allegheny News | Aug 18, 2021

Of the 1,218,435 Allegheny County residents estimated to have caught COVID-19 as of August 18, 2,047 (0.17 percent) have died.

Global Solidarity Meeting on August 18

By Press release submission | Aug 15, 2021

Global Solidarity Meeting on August 18.

Parish Men's Group on August 18

By Press release submission | Aug 15, 2021

Men's Group at St. Mary Magdalene Parish will meet on the second Wednesday of the month.

COVID Procedures Updates for the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh

By Press release submission | Aug 15, 2021

As variants of the COVID-19 virus continue to spread, the Diocese of Pittsburgh is updating safety procedures at Mass and Bishop David Zubik is urging everyone to get vaccinated and to wear masks when indoors with others.

French Conversation Group on August 19

By Press release submission | Aug 15, 2021

Meet local French language learners for conversation and fun. Come to Monroeville Public Library's French Conversation Group on the third Thursday of every month to practice speaking, build your vocabulary, improve your grammar, share and translate French songs and poetry.