North Hills|News|
Restaurant Spotlight: Taj Mahal
Lots of Ross and West View restaurants, shops, and other great places can be found in our directory.
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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Robinson-Moon, PA|News|
What's Hot, What's Not at Robinson and Moon Restaurants?
Restaurant consultant and Walnut Grill owner Ron Sofranko reveals the ever-changing food trends that influence which restaurants make it and which don't. Find out what he thinks of Burgatory.
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Cranberry, PA|News|
Nearby: New Development in North Park to Have Bike Shop, Running Store and Restaurant
The new building is going up on Kummer Road at the edge of the park.
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Pine-Richland, PA|News|
Yelp's Top 10 Restaurants in the Pine-Richland Area
Check out the top 10 rated restaurants with a 15090 area code, based on Yelp! reviews. Did your neighbors get it right?
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
Bradford Woods Warns Against the High Cost of False Burglar Alarms
Homeowners could face fees in the hundreds of dollars.
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
See Who Is Hiring in the North Allegheny Area
A listing of job openings in or near McCandless, Bradford Woods, Franklin Park or Marshall Township.
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
North Allegheny Freshman Named to All Section Girls Basketball Team
Abby Gonzales was instrumental in the Lady Tiger's 20-4 season.
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North Hills|News|
Watch: North Hills Cabaret Night 2013
A North Hills Student performs a hit written by the group Coldplay.
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North Hills|News|
Hearing and Vote on Heartland Home Plan for Highland Country Club Delayed Again
The issue is not on the agenda for the commissioners meeting on April 1.
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North Hills|News|
Incumbent Seeks Another Term on North Hills School Board
Tom Kelly is seeking a third term.
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North Hills|News|
Ross Photo Gallery: Food Truck Roundup
More than a half dozen food vendors descended on the parking lot behind Coffee Buddha.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
Car Hits Utility Pole on West Ingomar Road in Franklin Park
There are no reports of any injuries.
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Pine-Richland, PA|News|
New Bike Shop, Running Store, Restaurant Coming to North Park
The new building is going up on Kummer Road at the edge of the park.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
Happy Easter from North Allegheny Patch!
Tell us, what's your favorite family Easter tradition?
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North Hills|News|
Opinion: Balanced Budget Fosters Job Creation and Protects Seniors
North Hills area Rep. Keith Rothfus discusses the need for a balanced federal budget.
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North Hills|News|
Happy Easter from North Hills Patch!
Tell us, what's your favorite family Easter tradition?
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
Shoppes at Northway Update: Northway Shoes & Repair Expanding
The family owned shop has been a fixture in the mall for 35 years.
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North Hills|News|
Highcliff Students Win Pittsburgh Public Theater Shakespeare Contest
A record-setting nearly 1,200 students participated in the yearly contest that is open to elementary, middle and high school students in grades four to 12.
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North Allegheny, PA|News|
Yelp's Top 10 Restaurants in North Allegheny Area
Check out the top 10 rated restaurants within the 15090 area code, based on Yelp! reviews. Did your neighbors get it right?
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Yelp's Top 10 Restaurants in North Hills
Check out the top 10 rated restaurants with a 15237 area code, based on Yelp! reviews. Did your neighbors get it right?
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
