Dormont Abruptly Closes Its 3 Playgrounds

DORMONT, PA — The borough's three playgrounds have been shut down indefinitely until they can be upgraded so they are sufficiently safe. The closures at Beggs Snyder, Dormont and Hillsdale parks occurred without warning Thursday.

"Borough officials take safety seriously and regret that this closure came unexpectedly," an announcement on the borough website stated. "Addressing these needs is a priority and will be handled at the forthcoming council meetings in October and November."

The borough did not specify what safety concerns caused the closures.

Until the playgounds can reopen, nearby playgrounds include:

• Banksville Park, 1485 Crane Ave.

• Hale Park, 220 Silver Oak Dr.

• Greentree Nature Center Playground, 1214 Greentree Rd.

• Mt. Lebanon Park, 900 Cedar Blvd.

• Williamsburg Park, 212 Sleepy Hollow Rd.