Bark Beat – February 2026

Celebrating Mt. Lebanon’s beloved dogs

Local Mt. Lebanon Dog Competes in 22nd Puppy Bowl

Carrie Pawshaw represents Paws Across Pittsburgh as Team Ruff claims trophy By Annabelle Thomas

Lebo Family’s Annual Snow Fort Reaches New Heights After January Snowfall

Ashcrofts transform backyard into eight-foot igloo and winter wonderland
By Annabelle Thomas

Mt. Lebanon Freshman, Mother Honored by Gov. Shapirofor Volunteer Work

Pittsburgh Linxx Chapter Members Recognized for Philanthropic Efforts

A Heart Full of Love: Remembering Evan

By Maddy Prince

Remembering Evan Matthew Gingo: A Light That Lives On

Friend Reflects on Loss, Laughter and a Legacy of Love
By Harper Flynn

Publisher’s Column

When Tragedy Touches a Community

Mt. Lebanon GraduateKilled in I-79 Crash

Evan Matthew Gingo, 18, a Mt. Lebanon High School graduate and Slippery Rock University freshman, was killed Friday, Feb. 6, in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 79 in Butler County. Gingo died in a chain-reaction crash along northbound I-79 in Jackson Township at about 10:30 a.m., according to Pennsylvania State Police. The crash occurred during […]