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IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the Shaler 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.
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On April 14, Shaler Hampton EMS announced the installation of 12 AEDs in 10 Shaler Township parks. Photo by Melanie Crawford.
30 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.
38 Summer Scoop! Festivals, food, music and more— here’ s what area communities have lined up for the season.
45 Pittsburgh Suburbs are a National Hotspot Our region has been named among the top 10 housing markets for 2026.
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6 From the CEO 8 Township of Shaler News 16 Reserve Township News 20 Shaler Area School District News 28 Cherry City VFC News 29 IN the Loop: What’ s News in Shaler Area 48 IN the Burgh: Happy Trails
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Industry Insight 35 Funeral Home: Perman Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Business Spotlight 47 Compass Real Estate – Diana McKay
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