Public Announcements

NOTICE: Race Street and McKay Street

For the next several weeks crews will be working in the area of Race Street and McKay Street as part of a storm sewer project. Race Street will need be closed periodically as the project takes place. Please be aware when driving in this area and obey all signage and posted detours. Additionally, please use caution and be wary around construction vehicles and equipment.

CASH BASH FUNDRAISER - TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

Support Your Local Fire Departments & Win Big!

Saturday, May 17, 2025
Rivers Edge Social Hall
845 Talbot Avenue
Braddock, PA 15104

Join us for an exciting night at the 2025 Cash Bash, co-hosted by the North Braddock and Edgewood Volunteer Fire Departments! Tickets are a $30 donation each and include food and beverages!

ALL proceeds go directly to funding vital public safety services for the eastern boroughs of Allegheny County. Your support helps us purchase life-saving equipment, breathing apparatus, personal protective gear, and other essential tools that keep our firefighters safe and ready to respond 24/7.

BONUS DRAWING - $10,000 GRAND PRIZE!

The 7:00 PM winner is eligible for $10,000, based on the PA Lottery (3-digit) drawing on May 18, 2025, at 7 PM (first drawing only, Wild Ball does NOT apply).

Please note, YOU MUST BE 21+ TO ATTEND. You must have a ticket to enter. You do NOT need to be present to win!

To purchase tickets, please email hello@edgewoodfire.org. We accept cash or electronic payment (PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, etc.) - Details provided upon request.

Winners will be notified & must claim prizes within 30 days. All unsold tickets become property of the fire department. The hosts are not responsible for typographical errors.

Tickets are LIMITED - Get yours now! Help support our local first responders while getting a chance to win big!

Tee-ball/Softball

Tee-ball/Softball Registration for Summer Tee-ball and Softball opens Monday, March 24 and closes Friday, May 2. These sports play at Koenig Field in June and July. You do not need to be an Edgewood Resident to play. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment; however, bats, balls, gloves, and helmets will be available to use. The registration fee is $50, and can be accessed with the link below.

This link can also be found on our Facebook page: Edgewood Borough Community Events. https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/468666

Volunteers

We're always looking for volunteers! This can range from helping on the field, to providing drinks or organizing snacks. Please let us know how you can help through the registration form.

Tee-ball

Tee-ball is for girls and boys ages 4-7. Children should be 4 as of June 1st. This sport will meet twice weekly; days and times are TBD. Cleats may be worn, but are not necessary. Shirts and caps will be provided.

Softball

Softball is open to girls and boys ages 7-13. This sport meets twice each week. Kids are encouraged to arrive early for warm-ups and batting practice. Participants should wear sturdy athletic shoes or cleats. Shirts will be provided. "Spring Training" takes place during the first 2 weeks, with an additional practice.

For questions, please contact Abigail Ault at 412-242-4824, or email office@edgewoodboro.com.

Street Sweeping

Street sweeping begins Wednesday April 2, 2025. Please observe all posted signs indicating when sweeping occurs on your street.

2025 Trash Collection Calendar

Starting January 2, 2025, Edgewood Borough's waste and recycling services will be provided by BIG's Sanitation. Trash and recycling will be collected on Thursdays. Recycling is collected every other week and glass can be recycled at the borough building. Glass is not permitted in curbside recycling. Please click 'here' for the 2025 collection schedule.

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and E-Waste collections can be scheduled for pickup by calling BIG's Sanitation customer service at 724-379-4331. Appointments for HHW and E-Waste pickups must be scheduled; these items will not be collected with residential collection. Questions about service, bulk items, or container delivery should also be directed to the customer service line, or email: service@bigssanitation.com.

Residents will receive a quarterly bill from Jordan Tax Service for solid waste and recycling services. The 2025 service rate is $79 per quarter. Bills can be paid online, over the phone, or by mail.

*Please note, there was an error with holiday delays in the February/March Newsletter, which has been corrected here.

Download Updated Trash and Recycling Schedule

2025 Budgets

Borough Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budgets on Monday December 16, 2024 at 7pm in council chambers for the purpose of receiving public comment. The budgets are available for review here.

Koenig Field Off-season

Reservations for the field and tennis/pickleball courts are accepted from April 1-November 15. The tennis/pickleball courts, restrooms and water fountains are closed to the public outside of the dates listed above. Other areas of the field may still be used for off-season personal recreational use.

Race St Tunnel Closure

Starting Wednesday, April 24, the Race St tunnel will be closed weekdays from 9am to 3pm. The closure is required to complete the retaining wall work being done by Norfolk-Southern. Please follow the posted detour during the closure times. At this time, Norfolk Southern's contractor Gregori Construction estimates the closure will last through the end of June as their work is highly weather dependent.

The pedestrian tunnel at Maple and Edgewood Avenues will remain accessible and flaggers will accommodate bike and pedestrian traffic through the main tunnel if it is safe to do so.

Plastic Bag Ban Takes Effect March 1, 2024

Edgewood Borough Council passed an ordinance prohibiting the distribution of single use plastic bags for by commercial establishments. The ordinance text is available here.

2025 Parking Passes

Passes go on sale Monday December 2, 2024 at 9am. Information on how to purchase permits is available on our Parking Permits Page.

Railroad Retaining Wall Rehabilitation

Pennwood Avenue Norfolk Southern has contracted Gregori Construction to undertake substantial rehabilitation of the retaining wall supporting the railroad tracks along Pennwood Avenue. The project encompasses the entire length of the wall in Edgewood and a portion located in Wilkinsburg. Work is weather dependent but should continue off and on through the remainder of the year.

Pennwood Avenue will remain open during construction but motorists may experience temporary delays due to the movement of equipment and lane closures. Please obey all posted signs and flaggers while in the construction zone.

Past Announcements

Visit our Public Announcements Archive Page for past announcements.

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