Friday, May 10, 2013
Pittsburgh Police Zone 6 crime update, May 1 to May 5.
This information was supplied by Pittsburgh Police, and is a report for crimes and arrests in Zone 6. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction. A map of the Zone 6 area can be found here. A number of thefts, including stolen vehicles and items stolen from homes in Brookline, Beechview and Banksville, were reported to Pittsburgh police in the past week. Theft Stolen vehicle Criminal Mischief Arrests Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Pittsburgh police are warning residents to keep cars locked and remove valuables from sight after several thefts in the area.
Following several theft-from-vehicle reports in the Banksville and Beechview neighborhoods, Pittsburgh police are warning residents to lock their cars, and to remove or hide valuable items from sight when cars are left unattended. On May 2, a license place was reported stolen from a vehicle parked near Hampshire and Cape May avenues in Beechview. The following thefts occurred overnight between May 4 and May 5 in Banksville: Those with information can contact Pittsburgh Police Zone 6 detectives. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Friday, April 19, 2013
The work of more than 13,000 volunteers from neighborhoods, schools, businesses and organizations have made it possible for communities in 20 counties to enjoy 135 gardens.
While driving in the region, have you noticed the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy's community gardens? These gardens, which are planted by volunteers each spring, including the ones in the Dormont-Brookline area, have helped to beautify the region. According to the conservancy's website, corporate and organizational sponsorships and the work of more than 13,000 volunteers from neighborhoods, schools, businesses and other organizations have made it possible for communities in 20 counties to enjoy 135 gardens. Volunteers are needed to help with this spring's community flower garden planting. Groups, families and individuals interested in helping to plant neighborhood gardens should contact Lynn McGuire-Olzak at 412-586-2324 or at lolzak@…
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-80.020357
810 Rockland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Beechwood Elementary School
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Castle Shannon Blvd & Mount Lebanon Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA
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Dwight Ave & Banksville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
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Wenzell Ave & Broadway Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
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1100-1200 Banksville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
Near Fort Pitt Tunnel
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Greentree Rd & E Manilla Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Near Green Tree Interchange
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Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Pittsburgh Zone 6 crime report, April 8 to April 14.
The following incidents were reported to Pittsburgh Police between April 8 and April 14: Theft from Vehicle Criminal Mischief Arrests This information was supplied by Pittsburgh Police, and is a report for crimes and arrests in Zone 6. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction. A map of the Zone 6 area can be found here. Follow Dormont-Brookline Patch on Facebook and Twitter. For more news, sign up for our email Newsletter.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Where can I care for my pet in Dormont, Brookline areas? Or should I adopt?
National Pet Day is Thursday, April 11, and what better time to care for your critter? Or perhaps this is the right time to adopt a new pet. According to petdayusa.com, the day was started by celebrity pet lifestyle expert and animal welfare advocate Colleen Paige in order "to celebrate the joy pets bring to our lives and to create public awareness about the plight of many different kinds of animals awaiting a forever home in shelters all across the nation." There are a few popular Pittsburgh-area shelters where you can adopt pets, including Animal Friends along Camp Horne Road in Ohio Township and the Animal Rescue League along Hamilton Avenue in Larimer. If adoption's not for you, the immediate Dormont and Brookline areas still offer …
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Sue's Pet Parlor
2806 Banksville Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
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Metropolitan Veterinary Center South
560 McNeilly Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
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West Liberty Animal Hospital
3055 W Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
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Precious Paws Pet Salon 2
2932 W Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
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Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Pittsburgh Zone 6 police blotter, April 1 to April 7.
Three people were arrested April 2 in the 2800 block of Banksville Road in Banksville for drug and prostitution-related charges. Vice detectives arrested Aubrey Hammonds of Buffalo, New York for prostitution and possession with the intent to deliver a controlled substance. The same evening, Kurtis Houston, also of Buffalo, New York, was arrested for prostitution-related offenses and possession of marijuana. Joshua Moore of Rochester, Pa. also was arrested for possession with the intent to deliver a controlled substance. As of April 8, Hammonds and Houston are being held in Allegheny County Jail. Also in the blotter: Burglary Theft Criminal Mischief This information was supplied by Pittsburgh Police, and is a report for crimes and arrests …
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Zone 6 police blotter, March 25 to March 31.
Pittsburgh police reported a number of marijuana arrests, as well as other crimes, in the Brookline and Beechview neighborhoods between March 25 and March 31. Burglary Theft from vehicle Arrests This information was supplied by Pittsburgh Police, and is a report for crimes and arrests in Zone 6. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction. A map of the Zone 6 area can be found here. Follow Dormont-Brookline Patch on Facebook and Twitter. For more news, sign up for our email Newsletter.
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Two people were arrested for allegedly breaking into cars in the Banksville area and stealing GPS units.
Two people were arrested Monday for allegedly breaking into unlocked cars in the area and stealing various items, mainly, GPS units. Police arrested Scott Richard Lazor of Imperial, and Crystal Lee Mros, of Clinton, on Greentree Road. Pittsburgh police had initially responded to the 2300 block of Rosegarden Road in Banksville for a resident's report of suspicious people in dark clothing who were carrying backpacks and looking into car windows. According to the police report, the two had stolen a GPS until from a vehicle in the area. The GPS was returned to its owner. Lazor was charged with theft from a motor vehicle, and with loitering and prowling at night. He is being held in Allegheny County Jail, according to court dockets. A …
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Three of the thefts occurred from unlocked cars on Potomac Avenue.
Five thefts occurred in the Banksville area—three on Potomac Avenue, near the Dormont border—between March 4 and March 10. Pittsburgh Police report that all thefts occurred from unlocked vehicles, and several GPS units were stolen. Thefts occurred at the following locations and times: Police remind resients to remove valuables from vehicles, lock vehicles, and call 911 to report suspicious activity. Follow Dormont-Brookline Patch on Facebook and Twitter. For more news, sign up for our email Newsletter.
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Brookline, Beechview police blotter, Feb. 18 to Feb. 24.
Pittsburgh police arrested four people, including one juvenile, in Banksville last week for possession of heroin. The arrests were made Feb. 19 in the 2800 block of Banksville Road. Narcotics detectives arrested Anthony Dorsey of the Hill District, Erin Proctor of Baldwin, and a juvenile male, who each were charged with possession with the intent to deliver. According to the police report, a Wilkinsburg man also was arrested and charged, but the court docket for those charges was not available as of Tuesday morning. Preliminary hearings for Dorsey and Proctor are scheduled for today, Feb. 27, at 12:30 p.m. Also in the blotter: Burglary Criminal Mischief Arrests This information was supplied by Pittsburgh Police, and is a report for crimes …
T&B T
8:19 am on Friday, May 10, 2013
Some people think that where they live is "safe". That's actually no the case ANYWHERE anymore. I am also mystified by people that still leave their doors unlocked. more ›