This month’s article will focus on the law of defamation. Defamation is a very hard case to win at trial as it can be difficult to quantify the damages a person has suffered to their reputation based on a defamatory statement. In a defamation action, a plaintiff must prove several things to prevail....

By Caitlyn Scott & Madison Stokes | Staff Writers BRIGHTON HEIGHTS — With the COVID-19 pandemic presenting local residents and businesses with unexpected challenges, many had to quickly develop new plans of action, figuring out how to maintain both personal interaction and business. This was particu...

By Anna Yoder | Columnist As I stroll down East Ohio Street, I can’t help but notice the progress being made over the last few years with the new restaurants and stores popping up. Recently, one store in particular caught my eye with its sweetly decorated window, array of beautiful children’s clothi...

By Caitlyn Scott & Madison Stokes | Staff Writers BRIGHTON HEIGHTS — With the COVID-19 pandemic presenting local residents and businesses with unexpected challenges, many had to quickly develop new plans of action, figuring out how to maintain both personal interaction and business. This was particu...

By Caitlyn Scott | Staff Writer With temperatures above 60 degrees and vacations in full swing, Pittsburgh has welcomed back its annual farmers market, providing residents with the opportunity to support local businesses and connect with members in their community. Presented by CitiParks, the City o...

By Sean P. Ray | Managing Editor MANCHESTER — Lisa Freeman has big dreams for a small grocery store in Manchester, the construction of which started in mid-June. Ground was broken on the future food market at 1426 Juniata St., and is expected to finish sometime in February of next year. Freeman, who...

One of the areas of my practice is criminal law. As the summer approaches, my office always notes large increases in Driving Under the Influence offenses. In fact, there are over 50,000 arrests each year in Pennsylvania for Driving Under the Influence offenses. It is the most commonly committed stat...

The Northside North Shore Chamber serves the business community in and around the Northside and has been doing so since 1897. We currently have 315 member businesses, and we serve them by promoting, connecting and supporting. Here are some of our recent activities and updates. Members Renewed Member...

By Gina Grone | Executive Director, Northside North Shore Chamber  The Northside North Shore Chamber serves the business community in and around the Northside and has been doing so since 1897. We currently have 310 member businesses, and we serve them by promoting, connecting and supporting. Here ar...