IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the Canon-Mac area and its comprising municipalities by focusing on the talents and gifts of the people who live and work here. Our goal is to provide readers with the most informative and professional regional publication in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

North Strabane Township Community Day brings the fun for all ages on August 1, starting at 4 p. m. and ending with fireworks! See more on page 46.

12 Summer Scoop

Festivals, food, music and more— here’ s what area communities have lined up for the season.

22 Eat, Drink and Be Airy!

Summer is here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors.

29 Special Section: Real Estate

The region has been named one of the Top 10 Housing Markets in the U. S. for 2026 by Realtor. com, signaling a highly competitive season.

32 Pickleball Fever Hits the South Hills

How courts are becoming the hottest hangout in the south suburbs.

2 From the CEO

8 IN the Loop: What’ s News in Canon-Mac

10 IN Person: Tara Smith 34 Frank Sarris Public Library 40 Canon-Mac School District News 46 North Strabane Township News 48 IN the Burgh: Happy Trails

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Industry Insight 21 Remodeling: Legacy Remodeling

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