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Ford is a one-year-old Shepherd/mix at Animal Rescue League.

The story of the fake Facebook page bearing actor Ed Asner’s name and a generous donation pledge to Dormont’s Hollywood Theater has brought both attention and increased donations.
Here's what happening at Dormont's Hollywood Theater this weekend.
Two Keystone Oaks athletes have committed to colleges.
Mardi Gras on Main Street is in Dormont is this weekend at Dormont Rec Center.
This accident occurred near the Pioneer-Northcrest intersection in Brookline.
One Ed Asner Facebook page is fake, as is its donation claim to Dormont's Hollywood Theater, but another—a Facebook fan page—is run by the actor's son.
A roundup of notes from the Feb. 4 council meeting.
Pennsylvania American Water will be on the Boulevard through next Wednesday upgrading water lines.
The foundation rejected the borough’s counter offer.
Brookline, Beechview police blotter, Jan. 28 to Feb. 3.
This column features one of the newest additions to Brookline—a cupcake shop that specializes in mini cupcakes.
Privatization could result in job loss and reduce revenue from profits and taxation, Fontana says.
Theater manager Chad Hunter said the Hollywood doesn't want to gain money or notoriety because of a hoax, and looks to move forward in a positive way.
Michael Bisignani, who lives in Peters Township, will be sworn in as the new chief on March 3.
Dormont Sgt. Michael Bisignani will be sworn in as chief on March 3.
A Brookline resident shares her thoughts on how the community can survive—successfully—the upcoming Boulevard reconstruction project.
The group is holding a big competition on Thursday, and the grand prize is a Nook e-reader.
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reported that John Lee, 52, of Brookline, will challenge Natalia Rudiak in the primary for her Pittsburgh City Council seat.
Lindsey Smith's second book, "Bliss Cleanse," is available for pre-sale today, Monday, Feb. 4