In the wake of an arson Thursday at a Monroeville Catholic church rectory, the Rev. Michael Conway has been busy. As pastor of the Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish, he’s been rushing between its locations in Monroeville and Penn Hills, meeting with parishioners and leadership and trying to make plans
A Pittsburgh man was arrested in connection with several fires across Allegheny County, including a fire early Thursday morning that badly damaged the office and rectory building of Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish in Monroeville. Wilkins Township police charged David Harknett, 41, with aggravated arson, criminal mischief, receiving stolen property
PennDOT announces lineup of roads to be seal-coated Starting in April and lasting throughout summer, PennDOT will be seal-coating state roads in Penn Hills. This essential maintenance aims to extend the longevity of the roadways. Signs will be posted in advance at each location. The affected roads are: • State
Penn Hills resident Nicholas Theofilis dedicated his life to public service. The Eagle Scout had dreams of working in the medical field, and while in high school, already had begun training as an emergency medical technician. Those dreams were cut short as the 23-year-old paramedic would lose his life Nov.
Two Catholic churches in Penn Hills will soon close their doors for good.
Diocese of Pittsburgh officials said St. Bartholomew Church, at 111 Erhardt Drive, and St. Gerard Majella Church, at 121 Dawn Drive, are in poor physical condition.
A recent decree from Bishop David Zubik cited both roofs, as well as their HVAC and other systems, are in dire need of repair or replacement.
The combined cost of repairs is estimated at least $790,000.
Plaster at St. Bartholomew had also fallen, creating a safety hazard and damaged the church’s organ.
The decree is effective shortly after midnight Aug. 6.
A Mass is set for 6 p.m. on Monday at St. Bartholomew and 6 p.m. Wednesday at St. Gerard.