Tag: history

Posted on: December 19, 2019 Posted by: Louise Popko Comments: 0

Spotlight On: The Penn-McKee Hotel

The Penn-McKee Hotel has received increased news coverage in recent days as being an intended recipient of the $3 million in state funds coming to the City of McKeesport over the next six years. While the historic hotel is not currently ready for renovation, funds from the state’s Department of …

Posted on: November 4, 2019 Posted by: Louise Popko Comments: 0

Spotlight On: The Twin Rivers School

After the demolition of Cornell Intermediate School, formerly the area’s middle school, a modern “green” school for elementary school students was built in its place. Now known as the Twin Rivers Intermediate and Primary School, the site has a concept of two grade levels: kindergarten through second grade housed in …

Posted on: October 1, 2019 Posted by: Louise Popko Comments: 0

Exploring Assets of the Mon-Yough Valley

Whether you’re looking for something to do today or planning ahead for the future, there’s always something to do in and around McKeesport. From museums to hiking trails to historical sites, the Mon-Yough Valley has a lot to offer. Check out the interactive map below for somewhere to visit near …

Posted on: October 11, 2019 Posted by: Louise Popko Comments: 0

Mind the GAP

The Great Allegheny Passage, or “GAP,” is a 150-mile system of biking and hiking trail that weaves around mountains and runs parallel to rivers to take participants all the way from Pittsburgh, PA to Cumberland, MD. One of the best parts of the GAP is that it connects to other …