North Allegheny, PA|News|
Demographics Study, Selection of New Member on North Allegheny School Board Agenda
Wednesday's meeting begins at 7 p.m.
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
North Hills|News|
Photo Shop Returning to Shoppes at Northway
The new store is expected to open in early May.
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North Hills|News|
North Hills Diver Places in Top Five at PIAA Championships
Sophomore swimmer Brian Lovasik also represented North Hills at the state tournament in the 100-yard Freestyle and 200-yard Freestyle.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Pine-Richland, PA|News|
Pine Richland Ice Hockey: Rams Advance to Penguins Cup Finals
The championship game is Wednesday at Consol Energy Center.
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North Hills|News|
North Hills School Board Votes to Rename Junior High School
The name change opens the doors for additional grants and recognitions.
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North Hills|News|
WWE Superstar Visits Ross Elementary to Spread Anti-Bullying Message
Ross Elementary fourth, fifth and sixth-grade students were the only students in the Pittsburgh area visited by the program.
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Sewickley, PA|News|
Quaker Valley Ice Hockey: Quakers Advance to Penguins Cup Finals
The championship game is Wednesday at Consol Energy Center.
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Sewickley, PA|News|
Nearby: Franklin Park Police Ask for Help Locating Missing Man
Aaron Kane, 24, failed to appear for a Leetsdale District Court hearing last week. He has not been seen since Feb. 28.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Cranberry, PA|News|
Report: Officer In Taser Incident with North Hills Man Plans to Return to Work
Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl said the officer should be fired.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Pine-Richland, PA|News|
Report: Officer In Taser Incident with North Hills Man Plans to Return to Work
Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl said the officer should be fired.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Automated Recycling Collection to Begin in June in Ross Township
Many Ross residents will be asked to place all recyclable materials in 65-gallon bins.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Report: Officer In Taser Incident with Ross Township Man Plans to Return to Work
Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl said the officer should be fired.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
Franklin Park Police Ask for Help Locating Missing Man
Aaron Kane, 24, has not been seen since Feb. 28.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
Two Former Members Among Applicants for North Allegheny School Board Vacancy
A total of 14 residents initially applied for the position.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Robinson-Moon, PA|News|
Update: Pittsburgh Mayor Plans to Fire Officer For Taser Incident Filmed By Moon Resident
The Moon Township man videotaped the incident and uploaded to social media.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
14 Apply for Vacancy on North Allegheny School Board
A new board member will be selected Wednesday to replace Beth Ludwig, who resigned last month.
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North Hills|News|
North Hills Sophomore Selected for Local Female Artist Showcase
The inaugural event looks to recognize emerging young female artists as they perform side-by-side with professional women from Pittsburgh’s artistic community
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Cranberry, PA|News|
Update: Pittsburgh Mayor Plans to Fire Officer For Taser Incident Involving North Hills Man
Witnesses videotape the incident and upload the video to YouTube.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Pine-Richland, PA|News|
Update: Pittsburgh Mayor Plans to Fire Officer For Taser Incident Involving North Hills Man
Witnesses videotape the incident and upload the video to YouTube.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Update: Pittsburgh Mayor Plans to Fire Officer For Taser Incident Involving Ross Township Man
Witnesses videotaped the incident and uploaded to social media.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff