CONTENTS
IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the North Allegheny 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.
features on the cover
summer 2026
10 Pieces of Hope! A North Allegheny student turns a childhood hospital experience into a heartfelt project to bring joy to young patients.
16 Eat, Drink and Be Airy! Summer is almost here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors.
22 Summer Scoop! Festivals, food, music and more— here’ s what area communities have lined up for the season.
28 Special Section: Pittsburgh Suburbs are a National Hotspot Our region has been named among the top 10 housing markets for 2026.
14
North Allegheny celebrated the graduation of 667 members of the Class of 2026 on June 5 at Newman Stadium, honoring a high-achieving class that included 209 National Honor Society members and 255 graduates with GPAs of 4.0 or higher as students prepare to pursue college, careers, military service and other future opportunities. See story on page 14. Photos by Randy Gore & Lori Heim.
departments
16
2 From the CEO 6 IN the Loop: What’ s News in North Allegheny 14 IN Events: North Allegheny Graduated 667 Students in the Class of 2026
32 IN the Burgh: Happy Trails
sponsored content
Industry Insights 9 Funeral Services: Sperling Funeral Home 13 Family Law: McMorrow Law 15 Powers of Attorney: Zacharia Brown & Bratkovich
NORTH ALLEGHENY | SUMMER 2026 1