South Fayette Township Library seeks board member

Do you have a strong sense of community and want to get involved? Do you have strong leadership skills? The South Fayette Township Library is looking for a board member who is interested in making a long-term commitment to moving forward the organization’...

Blasting starts Aug. 20 for highway construction in South Fayette

Blasting will occur between Aug. 20, 2018, and March 2019 for section 55C1-2 of the Southern Beltway construction, which is in the area of Interstate 79, Parks Road, Coal Pit Road and Hickory Grade Road in South Fayette Township, according to contractor T...

South Fayette Connect magazine wins national first-place award

South Fayette Connect is first-place winner in the magazine category of the 2018 Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards, a nationwide competition organized by the National Association of Government Communicators. South Fayette Township's official magazine e...

South Fayette Township earns Banner Community honor

The nonprofit organization Allegheny League of Municipalities, in conjunction with Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, recognized South Fayette Township on March 23 as a Banner Community for the township's commitment to professional development, p...

South Fayette Township wins award for 175th anniversary celebration

South Fayette Township’s 175^th Anniversary Celebration is winner of a 2018 Renaissance Award from the Public Relations Society of America, Pittsburgh Chapter.

The award recognizes the yearlong celebration in 2017 for being a creative, innovative community ...

The Almanac: Township engineer remembered as a 'one-in-a-million type of person'

Observer-Reporter: Work starts on new Southern Beltway section

Trib: South Fayette police seek name for new bloodhound pup

Post-Gazette: She has four legs, long ears and droopy eyes, but no name

The Almanac: Business leaders gather to tout South Fayette as next 'Boom Town'

The Almanac: Commissioner says Sheetz is on its way to South Fayette

Trib: South Fayette Township residents could see property tax hike

Post-Gazette: Carvana, the online used car retailer, expected to open site in South Fayette

Trib Live: Newbury development in South Fayette moving forward after UPMC drops out

The Almanac: South Fayette looks to sell Star City property again

The Almanac: South Fayette commissioner resigns

The Almanac: Developer terminates plans for South Fayette’s Star City site

Bridgeville Area News: Deal terminated to sell former movie theater in South Fayette

KDKA-TV: UPMC Abandons Plans To Build South Fayette Hospital

Pittsburgh Business Times: South Fayette 'disappointed' about UPMC dropping hospital plan

Post-Gazette: Decision by UPMC not to go ahead with new hospital surprised South Fayette officials

The Almanac: UPMC pulls plug on new hospital in South Fayette

The Almanac: South Fayette expected to save money with new electrical supply contract

The Almanac: South Fayette police aim to bolster investigative efforts

Post-Gazette: State may fund creek cleanup in South Fayette

The Almanac: Traffic grant to complete South Fayette adaptive signal project

The Almanac: Community Day continues South Fayette’s 175th anniversary celebration

The Almanac: South West chamber names new executive director

Trib Live: South Fayette approves initial request for UPMC hospital

The Almanac: Children flock to ‘Touch-A-Truck’ in South Fayette

The Almanac: South Fayette reopens off-leash dog zone at Fairview Park

The Almanac: South Fayette hosts event to commemorate township’s fire departments

The Almanac: Coffee spurs conversation with South Fayette’s police chief

Post-Gazette: Study says UPMC hospital in South Fayette would employ more than 500 people

The Almanac: South Fayette police, other departments pushing drug take-back programs

The Almanac: South Fayette commissioners clear way for TopGolf plan at Newbury

Bridgeville Area News: South Fayette, county officials celebrate Sygan Road improvements

Bridgeville Area News: New office space could be planned for South Fayette

The Almanac: South Fayette educator and coach has the music in him

Bridgeville Area News: South Fayette among municipalities to earn sustainability certification

Bridgeville Area News: South Fayette approves rezoning request for planned grocery store

Bridgeville Area News: Some South Fayette residents oppose proposed grocery store

Bridgeville Area News: UPMC hospital plan for South Fayette on hold pending economic study

Post-Gazette: South Fayette officials table proposed UPMC hospital pending more study

Bridgeville Area News: South Fayette residents weigh in on UPMC, Topgolf plans

Post-Gazette: South Fayette hears comments on proposed UPMC hospital

Post-Gazette: Housing for older residents to be part of South Fayette development

Post-Gazette: South Fayette planners approve measure to pave the way for UPMC hospital

The Almanac: Bursca property in South Fayette to be redeveloped

The Almanac: South Hills municipal managers address local road projects

Bridgeville Area News: Residential, commercial development coming to old Mayview hospital site in SF

Post-Gazette: Fairview Park in South Fayette to get bigger

The Almanac: South Fayette commissioner helps dog fostering efforts

The Almanac: South Fayette Township manager Ryan Eggleston honored with special designation

Post-Gazette: Contamination found on Star City site will be cleaned up

The Almanac: Entrepreneur taking ‘leap of faith’ at Morgan's General in South Fayette

Bridgeville Area News: South Fayette woman teaches Indian dance

Bridgeville Area News: Watson Institute opens South Fayette center

South Hills Living magazine interview: Ryan Eggleston, South Fayette Township Manager

Trib: 'Grinch' visits South Fayette library

Post-Gazette: South Fayette may put AEDs in parks

Trib: Leash-free zone at South Fayette park discontinued following dog attack

Trib: LED lights being installed in South Fayette

The Almanac: South Fayette resident opens brewery in Oakdale

Post-Gazette: South Fayette resident opens brewery in Oakdale

Observer-Reporter: South Fayette Library reaps rewards after flood

The Almanac: South Fayette could close dog-run zone at Fairview Park

Trib: South Fayette historical society grows into new location

Trib: South Fayette awards contract to raze shuttered movie theater

Post-Gazette: Work ahead for Boyce, Mayview intersection in South Fayette

The Almanac: Not the South Fayette of old: Room to play?

Post-Gazette: Remediation may be needed at Star City site in South Fayette

The Almanac: Goodbye, South Fayette’s Star City Cinemas

The Almanac: Not the South Fayette of Old: Commercial and residential growth creating a true suburb

The Almanac: Developer begins work on Hastings project in South Fayette

KDKA-TV: Mayview Hospital Property To Be Reborn As Unique Neighborhood

Post-Gazette: Company eyes national expansion as it announces plan for Mayview site

Post-Gazette: Shopping plaza, hotel planned in South Fayette

The Almanac: Roof repairs approved to stop South Fayette municipal building leaks

The Almanac: South Fayette Township approves debt refinancing plan

The Almanac: South Fayette breaks ground for new athletic fields

The Almanac: South Fayette preparing for new municipal facility

KDKA Radio 1020: Internet Purchase Exchange Locations

Andrea Iglar, South Fayette Twp. Community Development Director, and Harry Fruecht, Peters Twp. Police Chief, joined Larry Richert and John Shumway to talk about internet purchase exchange locations to help keep people safe.

KDKA-TV: ‘Internet Purchase Exchange’ Locations Bringing Safety To Craigslist Transactions

Post-Gazette: South Fayette safe exchange receives big feedback via social media

Thomas J. Sray / Former South Fayette commissioner was advocate for physically disabled

Longtime South Fayette commissioner Tom Sray dies

Two South Fayette police officers retire

South Fayette manager returns from visit to U.K.

South Fayette police officers honored for work during July standoff

South Fayette to review proposal for former Mayview Hospital site

South Fayette approves Star City Cinema site sale to Horizon Properties

Horizon Properties to redevelop movie theater property in South Fayette

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South Fayette Township has finalized the sale of the former Star City Cinemas to Canonsburg-based Horizon Properties Group LLC, according to an announcement by the township.

The $5 million sale, approved by the South Fayette To...Pittsburgh Business Times (9/17/15)

Parks & Recreation wins award for creative event sponsorships

South Fayette Township has won an Excellence in Recreation and Parks Award from the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society for our "Creative Recreation Sponsorships" program. Recreation Director Paula Simmons and Community Development Director...

Grant provides 18 recycling bins for parks in South Fayette Township

South Fayette Township has been awarded 18 recycling bins for its parks and trails through the 2016 Coca-Cola/Keep America Beautiful Public Space Recycling Bin Grant.

The blue steel recycling bins will be placed in Morgan Park, Fairview Park, Sturgeon Park...

Groundbreaking held for three athletic fields in South Fayette Township

A groundbreaking was held Sept. 20 for three new athletic fields in a new park along Seminary Avenue in South Fayette Township. The fields will accommodate various age groups and levels of play. The 21-acre site, owned by the township, will include the fi...Read on...

"Coffee with the Police Chief" set for Thurs. Nov. 8 at Sturgeon VFD

Meet South Fayette Township Police Chief John Phoennik to share comments and ask questions. Drop in from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thurs. Nov. 8 at Sturgeon Volunteer Fire Department, 526 Main St., South Fayette 15082. Refreshments courtesy of Dunkin' Donuts.

Police release educational publication on drug abuse

"Let's All Work to Fight Drug Abuse" is the latest special publication released by the South Fayette Township Police Department. The booklet provides education about heroin, narcotics, vaping, inhalants and other drugs in an effort to help curb ...

New electronic police citations save paper, time and money

The South Fayette Township Police Department is launching an electronic system for issuing traffic warnings and citations.

“It saves a lot of time and effort,” police Sgt. Mike Wesolek said. “It’s not a paperless system, but it saves a lot of paper.”

The we...

South Fayette Township named second safest community in state

South Fayette Township is named the 2nd safest community in Pennsylvania, with the lowest violent crime rate in the Top Five townships. Other Allegheny County towns in the Top Ten are Whitehall and Franklin Park. Adams Township, Butler County, is #1.

South Fayette family wins dog naming contest with "Ellie"

Congratulations to the Fordeley family of the Hunting Ridge neighborhood of South Fayette for winning the police bloodhound naming contest! The dog has joined the South Fayette Township police department. Pictured: Joan, Jeff, and 6-year-old twins Sawyer,...

South Fayette Township police sergeant named School Resource Officer of the year

South Fayette Township police Sgt. Jeff Sgro is the first-ever recipient of the "PA School Resource Officer (SRO) of the Year Award” from PA Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD). The award was created to recognize School Resource Officers wh...

South Fayette police earn traffic safety award

The South Fayette Township Police Department has received a 2017 AAA Community Traffic Safety Silver Award, which recognizes efforts to reduce the number of motor vehicle injuries and fatalities by conducting educational programs and promotional campaigns...

Police chief discusses community policing

South Fayette Township Police Chief John Phoennik's latest blog post talks about modern challenges in policing and the importance of community-oriented policing.

Police department inspects child car seat installation

The South Fayette Township Police Department now offers inspections of child car seat installations by an officer who has been trained and certified in child passenger safety. Citizens first should install the car seat in their vehicle, and then the offic...

Police chief encourages clear display of street numbers on homes and businesses

In his latest blog post, Police Chief John Phoennik explains how street address numbers should be clearly displayed on homes and businesses to ensure swift emergency response. Click on the Chief’s Corner blog link for details.

Car signs alert police to passengers with autism

The South Fayette Township Police Department is offering car magnets and decals indicating that a person with autism is aboard. The signs alert first responders such as police officers, firefighters and emergency medical technicians that a vehicle’s occup...

Police chief explains law on abandoned vehicles

In his latest blog, Police Chief John Phoennik explains what happens when an abandoned vehicle, without current registration or insurance, is reported to the South Fayette Township Police Department.

International police chiefs group features South Fayette police blog on opioid abuse

The International Association of Chiefs of Police website has featured a blog post about opioid abuse by South Fayette Township police Chief John Phoennik. Read "South Fayette police take steps to address opioid epidemic" on the IACP website.

South Fayette police chief explains community policing in blog post

South Fayette Township Police Chief discusses the benefits of community policing in his Chief's Corner blog.

South Fayette police distribute community outreach publication

The South Fayette Township Police Department has distributed a free Community Outreach Publication with information about police programs, local resources and public safety. Print copies are available at a variety of local businesses and at the South Faye...

Police chief explains how South Fayette is addressing the opioid epidemic

In his blog, Police Chief John Phoennik talks about the opioid epidemic and how South Fayette has taken steps to address the issue with education, prevention and emergency response resources.

Police teddy bear collection successfully ends

The South Fayette Township Police Department's Project Teddy Bear collection has successfully ended, thanks to the community donating about 1,000 stuffed animal toys.

Officers carry the teddy bears in their patrol vehicles to give to children in need o...Read on...

Police spouses show support for officers

South Fayette Township police spouses surprised officers with photos that send a message of solidarity and support for their public safety work in the community. The women participated in a photo shoot, thanks to the donated time and talent of Debbie Prid...Read on...

Retiring police officers honored

The South Fayette Township Board of Commissioners and Police Chief John Phoennik on Dec. 9 recognized two police officers who will retire at the end of 2015. Patrolman Joseph Staniszewski served more than 37 years with the South Fayette police, and Lt. Ro...Read on...

Police officers recognized for response during standoff

South Fayette Township police officers Collin Griffith, Bryan Monyak and Chuck Handerhan have been honored for their response to a July situation involving a barricaded suspect.

Police Chief John Phoennik and the Board of Commissioners recognized the o...Read on...

Developer ends sales deal for Star City site

South Fayette Township received notice Thurs. Sept. 28, 2017, that Horizon Properties Group, LLC of Cecil is terminating its agreement with the township to purchase the former Star City Cinemas site.

“It is the township’s understanding that Horizon’s decis...

Grant provides 18 recycling bins for parks in South Fayette Township

South Fayette Township has been awarded 18 recycling bins for its parks and trails through the 2016 Coca-Cola/Keep America Beautiful Public Space Recycling Bin Grant.

The blue steel recycling bins will be placed in Morgan Park, Fairview Park, Sturgeon Park...

South Fayette Connect magazine wins two international awards

South Fayette Township is winner of two 2016 MarCom Awards for its quarterly magazine, South Fayette Connect, in the Print Media category:

GOLD AWARD
Publications: Government Magazine

HONORABLE MENTIONPrint Creativity: Magazine Writing

The int...Read on...

South Fayette Township approves $5 million sale of Star City for commercial redevelopment

The South Fayette Township Board of Commissioners on Sept. 16 voted to approve selling the former Star City Cinemas property for $5 million to Horizon Properties Group LLC. The site is located at Route 50 and Interstate 79 in South Fayette.

Horizon pla...Read on...

Sygan Road project enhances wetlands and controls flooding

South Fayette Township and the Allegheny County Conservation District have completed a flood control and wetlands improvement project on Sygan Road. The work redirected water to prevent road erosion and to allow natural spring water to feed the grounds, p...

Township road improvements start Aug. 2

Work begins at 7 a.m. Thurs. Aug. 2 for South Fayette Township's annual road improvement program. First on the schedule are Sundance Drive and streets in the Toftrees neighborhood. Work in Hunting Ridge and Olde Orchard also has begun. Expect lane restric...

Route 50 and Washington Pike road work occurs July through October

From Weds. July 11 through October 2018, contractor A. Folino Construction, Inc. is performing road work in the area of Route 50 and Washington Pike in South Fayette Township. Work includes road widening, new concrete pavement and shoulders, and drainage ...

Intersection closed at Alpine and Coal Pit roads

The intersection between 328 Coal Pit Road and Alpine Road is closed for road repairs. Reopen date is to be determined.

Portion of Hickory Grade Road to be closed until 2019 for Southern Beltway work

Hickory Grade Road, between Parks Road in South Fayette Township and Cecil-Henderson Road in Cecil Township, is closed to traffic for approximately 18 months from May 3, 2018, until mid-November 2019, according to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and ...

Southern Beltway public meeting set for Weds. May 2

A public meeting to discuss the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission’s Southern Beltway construction project will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Weds. May 2 at the South Fayette/Cuddy Volunteer Fire Department, 661 Millers Run Road, South Fayette PA ...

Section of Cecil-Reissing Road closed as part of Southern Beltway project

Sections of Cecil-Reissing Road in South Fayette Township and Reissing Road in neighboring Cecil Township will close April 25, 2018, as part of the Southern Beltway project, according to contractor Beaver Excavating Co. A detour will be put in place.

The h...

Cecil-Sturgeon Road section closed through May 2019 for Southern Beltway

Cecil-Sturgeon Road in South Fayette Township will be closed for more than a year, until May 30, 2019, as part of the Southern Beltway construction project, according to contractor The Beaver Excavating Co.

The road will close from about 2,000 feet west of...

Southern Beltway project closes section of Millers Run Road until 2019

Beaver Excavating Company, who is the general contractor for section 55C1-1 of the Southern Beltway, has announced that Millers Run Road between Reed Street and Cecil Sturgeon Road will be closed from Dec. 4, 2017, until sometime in 2019. Vehicle access t...

Boyce-Mayview intersection project planned for 2018

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is planning a $2 million project to improve the intersection of Boyce and Mayview roads in South Fayette Township.

In 2018, work will include replacing a structurally deficient bridge on Mayview Road, addin...Read on...