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Father Knows Best: Readers Share Lessons Learned from Their Dads
Father's Day musings from Ross and West View.
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."
Posting Activity
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Judge Orders West View Mother to Trial on Arson Charges
Rachelle Lightsey is charged with arson, insurance fraud, and causing or risking a catastrophe.
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Ross Man Charged with Cashing Dead Mother's Benefit Checks for 40 Years
Chauncey Clinton could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
Traffic Alert: Restrictions on Camp Meeting Road in Franklin Park
Flag crews will assist traffic moving through the work area.
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
McCandless Approves 2013 Millage Rate
The rate was raised from 1.15 mills, which was set at the beginning of the year.
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North Hills|News|
Big Ben Recognized for his 'Softer Side'
The Steelers quarterback received a national award from the Boys & Girls Clubs of America
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Mark Your Calendar: It's Church Festival Season in Ross and West View
Which is your favorite, or do you try them all?
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Retiring Coach Among Alumni Set for Induction into North Hills Sports Hall of Fame
Inductees will be honored at the annual Sports Hall of Fame dinner on Sept. 5 at the Rico’s Restaurant in Ross Township.
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West View Mother Charged with Starting Fire that Destroyed Her Home to Face Judge
Rachelle Lightsey is charged with arson, insurance fraud, and causing or risking a catastrophe.
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Sewickley, PA|News|
Big Ben Gets Boys & Girls Club National Award at Sewickley Heights Golf Tourney
The Steelers Quarterback said receiving such an honor from an organization that helps so many young children was "awesome."
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
PNC Bank Phasing Out Free Checking Accounts
The bank has started to notify all customers that "every account, with the exception of Foundation Checking, will have a minimum balance requirement and other options to keep the account free."
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
Pearce Mill Road Long-Term Closure Begins Wednesday
Work is expected to take place throughout the summer.
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
Death of Great Blue Heron in North Park Blamed on Fishing Line Litter
Birds who feed on fish, become entangled while walking along the lake.
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North Hills|News|
Death of Great Blue Heron in North Park Blamed on Fishing Line Litter
Birds who feed on fish, become entangled while walking along the lake.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
PNC Bank Phasing Out Free Checking Accounts
The bank has started to notify all customers that "every account, with the exception of Foundation Checking, will have a minimum balance requirement and other options to keep the account free."
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Report: Developer Planning 200 Apartment Units near Ross/Ohio Township Border
The complex would include a pool and clubhouse.
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21 Teachers & Staff Retire from North Hills School District
They have a combined 522 years of service in the district.
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
North Allegheny Wins Boys State Volleyball Championship
The Tigers defeated Pennsbury 3-1 Saturday afternoon at Penn State.
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Pine-Richland, PA|News|
CCAC Trustees Approve Study of New North Suburbs Campus
A potential location is in Marshall Township, near the junction of Interstate 79 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
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