Meet Officer Kilo: the newest (and furriest) member of the Tarentum Police Department! He’s got a nose for justice, a tail that won’t quit, and he’s ready to serve and protect… with pawsitive determination
Dear Tarentum Residents, Memorial Day offers us a meaningful opportunity to pause, reflect, and remember. It is a day when communities across the country come together to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. This day carries a deeper personal meaning for many Read more
Tarentum Borough typically opens the Spray Park on or around Memorial Day, depending on weather conditions. This year, the timeline has been slightly delayed due to unforeseen circumstances. Earlier this spring, the Spray Park fence sustained damage from a vehicle accident. Because the fence is a specialty item, it has Read more
We Promised to Keep You Informed — Here’s Where Things Stand In our previous letter to residents, the Borough explained the TTHMs (Total Trihalomethanes) issue in our water system and committed to keeping the community informed as we work through the challenges. This article serves as an update on our Read more
We’re Hiring – Help Reimagine Tarentum’s Water System! Due to recent retirements and internal promotions, Tarentum Borough is reshaping its water system to ensure reliability, flexibility, and long-term sustainability. We’re building a modern utility team with built-in redundancy and future-focused leadership, and we want you on board. 🔹 Now Hiring: Read more
Looking for a hands-on, outdoor job this summer? Join the Tarentum Borough Public Works Department and make a difference in your community! 🛠️ Position Details: Part-Time | 30 hours/week through September 30, 2025 Pay: $15.00/hour Openings: 2 positions available Must be 18 or older by date of hire This is Read more
Tarentum is proud to be the only Borough in Allegheny County that operates both an electric and water utility system; a rare responsibility we take seriously. This past week, our electric system performed exceptionally well thanks to proactive planning and upgrades. Unfortunately, our water system, which is significantly older, continues Read more
REMINDER: Hydrant flushing will occur over the next two weeks. This important maintenance is necessary to ensure water quality and remove sediment buildup in the distribution system. Flushing helps maintain proper water flow and pressure throughout the Borough and allows us to identify and repair any issues in our system. Read more
May 1, 2025: Our Public Works crews and Electric Department linemen are still out today trimming trees and clearing debris near power lines across town. We’re incredibly grateful for their continued hard work and dedication to keeping Tarentum safe and running smoothly. Special thanks as well to the Tarentum Borough Read more
The National Weather Service is forecasting severe weather for the Tarentum area beginning Tuesday afternoon, April 29, and continuing into the evening. Expected conditions include heavy rainfall, wind gusts up to 50–60 mph, steady winds near 40 mph, possible large hail, and a slight chance of isolated tornado activity. Possible Read more