Robinson-Moon, PA|News|
Ross Rape Investigation: What it Took to Catch Arthur Henderson
The combined work of four police departments and the FBI was critical in getting the convicted rapist off of the streets.
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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North Hills|News|
Spike in Ross DUI Arrests Over Super Bowl Weekend
There were nearly as many DUI arrests the weekend of the big game than in the entire month of January.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Two North Hills Seniors Named National Merit Scholarship Finalists
The pair represent two of the 15,000 students selected for the nationwide honor.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
What is Your North Allegheny Neighborhood's Median Income?
'Rich Blocks, Poor Blocks' Map is color-coded to show you the median income for your neighborhood.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
What is Your Ross Township or West View Neighborhood's Median Income?
'Rich Blocks, Poor Blocks' Map is color-coded to show you the median income for your neighborhood.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Sewickley, PA|News|
Ross Rape Investigation: What it Took to Catch Arthur Henderson
The combined work of four police departments and the FBI was critical in getting the convicted rapist off of the streets.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
Nearby: Seven Fields Man Helps Himself to Milk, Cookies After Sleeping in Wrong House
Cranberry police say Christopher Dahlstrom surprised an elderly woman getting ready for church after spending the night in her family's home.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
Ross Rape Investigation: What it Took to Catch Arthur Henderson
The combined work of four police departments and the FBI was critical in getting the convicted rapist off of the streets.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
Lenten Guide: Find the Closest Fish Fry Events in North Allegheny Neighborhoods
Most offer dine-in or take-out service.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Cranberry, PA|News|
Ross Rape Investigation: What it Took to Catch Arthur Henderson
The combined work of four police departments and the FBI was critical in getting the convicted rapist off of the streets.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Pine-Richland, PA|News|
Rape Investigation: What it Took to Catch Arthur Henderson
The combined work of four police departments and the FBI was critical in getting the convicted rapist off of the streets.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Where in the North Hills Patch?
Can you identify this Ross Township or West View location from a picture taken years ago?
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Lenten Guide: Find the Closest Fish Fry to Where You Live in Ross or West View
Most offer dine-in or take-out service.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
North Hills Hockey Takes to the Ice in Rescheduled Outdoor Charity Hockey Series
The game was originally scheduled for Jan. 25, but it was canceled due to inclement weather.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Ross Rape Investigation: What it Took to Catch Arthur Henderson
The combined work of four police departments and the FBI was critical in getting the convicted rapist off of the streets.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
Combing Craigslist, the Unique Stuff for Sale in the North Allegheny Neighborhoods
Where else but Craigslist can you find...
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Combing Through Craigslist, The Unique Stuff for Sale in Ross and West View
Where else but Craigslist would you find...
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Allegheny, PA|News|
Fresh Catch: Family-Run Fish Fry is Back at St. Teresa of Avila
Dan McSorley, a McCandless paramedic, now oversees the Lenten fish fry started by the McSorley family of restauranteurs more than 30 years ago.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
North Hills|News|
Fresh Catch: Family-Run Fish Fry is Back at St. Teresa of Avila
The McSorley family has been running the Lenten fish fry at the church for more than 30 years.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff
Robinson-Moon, PA|News|
Henderson Convicted, Awaits Sentencing in Rapes of Three Women in Hopewell, Ross
Defendant Arthur Henderson represented himself in the trial.
Richard Cook, Patch Staff