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Meadows Racetrack & Casino Reveal $25 Million In Improvements
The new poker room features 15 tables and now allows customers access to menu service from The Terrace.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
- North Hills, PA
Richard Cook is the editor of North Hills and North Allegheny Patch.
Cook began his journalism career in 1981 as an intern for KDKA Radio, where he eventually became news director. During his tenure, the station was recognized by the Associated Press as the top news operation in Pennsylvania three years in a row.
He joined KDKA-TV in 1994 as a news producer and then went to WTAE-TV as executive producer in 1999, earning his first Emmy Award for breaking news coverage of a mass shooting in Wilkinsburg.
His work also earned awards from the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters, the Associated Press and the Press Club of Western Pennsylvania. Richard earned his second Emmy in 2009 as producer of WTAE-TV's 50th Anniversary special.
Rich also produced WQED's "Pittsburgh 360" and "Horizons."
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Ross Businessman Spearheads Effort for Pirates Outdoors Screen During Playoff Run
Where would you like to watch the Bucs if you can’t get tickets to PNC Park?
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Ross Businessman Spearheads Effort for Pirates Outdoors Screen During Playoff Run
Where would you like to watch the Bucs if you can’t get tickets to PNC Park?
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
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Judge Refuses to Hear Ross Brothers Appeal of Fine for Lawn Decorations
A new hearing for Robert and William Ansell has been scheduled for Oct. 29.
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7 Things You Probably Don't Want to Know About Head Lice
Dried up lice and nits have been found on the hair of Egyptian mummies.
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7 Things You Probably Don't Want to Know About Head Lice
Dried up lice and nits have been found on the hair of Egyptian mummies.
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Principal Charged with Indecent Assault of Teen Inside McCandless Gym Facing New Charges
The suspect is the Principal of the city of Pittsburgh Brookline School.
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North Hills High School Offers Evening Guidance Series
All sessions start at 7 p.m. Mark your calendars with the upcoming dates.
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Perrysville Station 248 Hosts 'Firefighter for a Weekend' Event
Five things you will learn about being a volunteer firefighter.
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Just Listed: The Latest Homes For Sale in Ross Township and West View
The listings are updated daily from our partners at Zillow.
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Ross Commissioners Okay Another McKnight Mattress Store
The newly constructed building will also house a restaurant.
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Fence Erected to Keep Trespassers Away from Highland Country Club
The former country club could be demolished later this month.
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Former Richland Man Found Guilty Over Relationship with Teen Girl
Richard Bone faced charges for having a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old girl in 2005.
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Corbett’s Approval Rating at 'Historic' Low, Poll Shows
Poll finds fewer than 20 percent of Pennsylvania residents think Gov. Tom Corbett is doing a good job.
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Corbett’s Approval Rating at 'Historic' Low, Poll Shows
Poll finds fewer than 20 percent of Pennsylvania residents think Gov. Tom Corbett is doing a good job.
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PA Poll Numbers Low for President, Senators Casey & Toomey
Voters aren’t happy with the president or Pennsylvania’s senators.
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PA Poll Numbers Low for President, Senators Casey & Toomey
Voters aren’t happy with the president or Pennsylvania’s senators.
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
Target Recalls Threshold Floor Lamps
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the lamps can catch fire if the wrong bulb is installed.
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Target Recalls Threshold Floor Lamps
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the lamps can catch fire if the wrong bulb is installed.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
Parade, Entertainment, Food & Fireworks Highlight McCandless Community Day
5 things you need to know about the 13th annual Town of McCandless Community Day
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
