News Flash

Camp-in-a-Box back by popular demand; order by Aug. 21

South Fayette Township Parks and Recreation is selling a second round of Camp-in-a-Box kits containing a new mix of activity supplies, ideas, snacks and swag to help kids enjoy the summer at home. Order by Aug. 21. Cost is $25 (large) or $15 (mini).

The Ca...

Rabies vaccine baiting occurs July 31 to Aug. 17

Food takeout bingo aims to support local restaurants

South Fayette Township has launched "Takeout Bingo" to help encourage residents to support local restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Support your favorite local restaurants, or try new ones, and you could win prizes!

How to Play

• Purchase food...

Get Outside Challenge set for July 24 to Aug. 28

Accept the "Get Outside Challenge" from South Fayette Township Parks and Recreation this summer to enjoy the outdoors and have the chance to win great prizes. Participation is free!

A new challenge starts every Friday from July 24 through Aug. 28...

Free at-home and virtual recreation activities offered

Free at-home and virtual activities are being offered by South Fayette Township Parks and Recreation, in partnership with sponsor Herbert, Rowland & Grubic Inc.

Residents are invited to participate in a variety of programs, contests and activities at n...

Route 50 lane closures extend to Aug. 24

Lane closures are occurring on Route 50 in South Fayette Township between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. from Mon. July 27 until Mon. Aug. 24.

Periodic stops will occur in both directions on Route 50, between Route 978 and Reissing Road.

The Beaver Excavating Company is...

Police department thanks community for donations

The officers of the South Fayette Township Police Department would like to thank the following local residents and businesses for their donations of food, hand sanitizer and masks during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their generosity is greatly appreciated.

• O&...

Road paving program starts June 17

A $2 million road improvement program in South Fayette Township this summer includes resurfacing more than 75 roads throughout the community.

Youngblood Paving Inc. is set to start work Weds. June 17 in the vicinity of Hook Street in the Sygan neighborhood...

Fireworks, Community Day and Touch-a-Truck postponed

South Fayette Township is postponing large community events that were scheduled for this summer due to COVID-19 restrictions and safety concerns, but the township is considering the possibility of holding a community event with fireworks in the fall.

Firew...

South Fayette park facilities reopen June 15 with safety guidelines

Park facilities in South Fayette Township open Mon. June 15 with safety guidelines in place.

Openings include playgrounds, courts, fields, indoor restrooms and rental pavilions in Fairview, Morgan, Boys Home, Preservation and Sturgeon parks, and the townsh...

County and state update guidelines for COVID-19 safety

Pennsylvania and Allegheny County continue to update COVID-19 safety guidelines for businesses, gatherings and teleworking.

Recent county and state guidelines:

This Allegheny County order is effective July 17, 2020.

This Pennsylvania order is effective July ...

West Penn Power helicopter in area June 8 to August 15

West Penn Power Transmission Vegetation Management is conducting aerial herbicide applications in the South Fayette area from June 8 to Aug. 15, weather permitting.

The helicopter is a white and red Bell 206, tail number N2193X (see photo).

Industrial Helic...

South Fayette police chief addresses police transparency and accountability

The latest blog post from South Fayette Township Police Chief John Phoennik addresses the importance of transparency, training and respect for all citizens in light of serious issues facing communities across the country such as excessive use of force and...

South Fayette Township extends property tax discount period, waives penalties

South Fayette Township taxpayers are receiving some relief this year to help weather challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic:

• The 2% discount period for paying South Fayette Township real estate taxes is extended from May 31 to Aug. 31, 2020.
• From Sept....

Thoms Run Road work includes closures and detours

South Fayette restaurants offer takeout and delivery

Many restaurants in South Fayette Township are open for takeout, delivery and/or on-premises dining during COVID-19 restrictions. The eateries include:

• Bee’z Bistro
• Blaze Pizza
• Chipotle
• Dunkin’
• First Watch
• Five Guys
• GetGo
• Girl Friday Coooking ...

Township seeks information to help residents needing special assistance

The top priority of South Fayette Township during this challenging time is the health and safety of our citizens and employees, and we are concerned about residents who may be experiencing difficulties. The township wants to know if any South Fayette resi...