Inside Lebo

Mt. Lebanon native Matt Coleman, a paramedic with Medical Rescue Team South Authority (MRTSA), shares how growing up in the community shaped his path to public service. The episode explores Coleman’s experiences attending Mt. Lebanon High School and Duquesne University, his decision to enter emergency services and what it means to care for neighbors in the town he has always called home.

Featuring Patrick Conners, the new executive director of the South Hills Area Council of Governments (SHACOG). Conners discusses how 23 South Hills communities collaborate through SHACOG to share resources, strengthen public services and support nearly 300,000 residents.

Assistant Municipal Manager Ian McMeans and Assistant Public Information Officer Rachel Windsor talk with Racket Center Manager Darin Rauso about year-round racket sports, growing participation and the addition of pickleball courts opening this spring.

On this episode of Inside Lebo, hosts Ian McMeans and Rachel Windsor spotlight Mt. Lebanon’s Junior Board Member Program, which gives high school students hands-on experience serving on municipal advisory boards. Junior Board Members Paolo Scolieri and Eleanor Schulte-Albert share how the program has shaped their understanding of local government, resiliency, civic engagement and public service.

In this episode of Inside Lebo, recreation staff Tim Ishman, assistant director of recreation, and Tony Attanucci, hockey director, spotlight the municipality's Ice Center. The discussion covers public skating, learn-to-skate and hockey programs, parties, amenities and ways residents of all ages can get involved.

New Mt. Lebanon Commissioners Nick Petti and Margaret Izzo join Inside Lebo to share what brought them to the community and what motivated them to run for office. They discuss their backgrounds, early priorities and how residents can stay engaged in local politics.

One of the many jobs for Mt. Lebanon's Public Works Department is snow removal. Our guest today is Public Works Director Rudy Sukal.

Learn how Mt. Lebanon’s Snow Angels program pairs volunteers with older or homebound residents to help clear sidewalks and keep winter walkways safe. Urban Planning and Sustainability Coordinator Greg Wharton joins Inside Lebo to share how the program works, how to sign up and why even a small act of service can make a big impact.

Explore how Outreach Teen & Family Services supports young people through counseling, community programs and a strength-based approach to mental health. Clinical and Programs Director Maggie Zangara joins hosts Ian McMeans and Rachel Windsor to discuss her team’s work, the challenges teens face and how families can access help.

A look behind the scenes of the 911 Chili Showdown, where Mt. Lebanon’s police and fire crews and Medical Rescue Team South Authority compete for chili bragging rights during the 2025 Uptown Winter Market and Holiday Celebration. Representatives share their rivalry, charity partners and what makes a winning pot of chili.

Assistant Municipal Manager Ian McMeans and Assistant Public Information Officer Rachel Windsor sit down with Finance Director Andrew McCreery to break down Mt. Lebanon’s 2026 Manager’s Recommended Budget. The conversation covers key priorities, investments and how the budget impacts residents and municipal services in the year ahead.

The Mt. Lebanon Public Library is turning the page on its long-running speaker series with a year-round schedule of author discussions. In this episode, Public Services librarian Eric Meisberger shares what's ahead for book lovers in 2026.

Mt. Lebanon Police Chief Jason Haberman joins Inside Lebo to explain Paul Miller’s Law, Pennsylvania’s hands-free driving law aimed at reducing distracted driving. Hear how the law is being enforced and what it means for local drivers.

Inside Lebo explores Fire Prevention Week with Mt. Lebanon firefighter Lt. Jamie Waugh, who shares details about the Smoke Alarm Challenge running Oct. 5–11. The episode also highlights this year’s national safety theme: lithium-ion battery awareness.

Author and podcaster Mick Sullivan and Historical Society of Mount Lebanon’s Jenny Wood discuss an upcoming family-friendly program that blends history, humor, music and storytelling. The Past and the Curious live show comes to Mellon Middle School on Oct. 4, offering kids and families a fun way to connect with history.

In this episode, hosts Ian McMeans and Rachel Windsor talk with high school students Paige Jox and Michael Murphy, the 2025 and 2026 junior commissioners, about leadership, student voices and civic engagement.

Editor-in-Chief Laura Pace Lilley and Managing Editor Merle Jantz share how the magazine informs, connects and evolves to serve the community in print and online.

Intern Ella Magaw shares what she learned during her time in municipal government. She's joined by Laura Pace Lilley, public information officer, and Ian McMeans, assistant municipal manager and municipal planner, for a conversation about careers in local government.

Meet Dorene Ciletti, the newly elected president of the Mt. Lebanon Partnership. With a rich background in marketing and years of community involvement, Dorene discusses her role and experience in fostering a more vibrant, connected and future-focused Uptown.

Eric Milliron, Mt. Lebanon’s economic development and commercial districts manager, and WYEP program director Liz Felix preview a special collaboration between Mt. Lebanon’s Final Fridays and 91.3 WYEP’s Neighborhood Concert Series, set for 6 p.m. July 25 in Clearview Common. The episode highlights the free, family-friendly concert featuring performances by Meeting of Important People, townsppl and LorRen.

This episode introduces summer intern Ella Magaw, a local native and Ohio State student working with the Public Information Office. Hosts Ian McMeans and Rachel Windsor chat with Magaw about her background, goals and contributions to the magazine.

In this episode, guests Lt. Steve Noorbakhsh and resident Hannah Kramer provide a behind-the-scenes look at Mt. Lebanon’s Citizens Fire Academy. You’ll hear firsthand accounts and learn why you should sign up for the 2025 session.

In this episode of Inside Lebo, Ian McMeans and Rachel Windsor chat with Recreation Director David Donnellan and Recreation Program Manager Zach Wolling about summer in Mt. Lebanon — including updates on the pool, seasonal job openings, summer camps and community events.

In this special episode, Ian McMeans, Mt. Lebanon’s assistant manager and planner, steps into the guest seat to share updates on the Active Transportation Plan, including progress made and a new $50,000 Active Allegheny grant from Allegheny County that’s moving the plan forward.

Mt. Lebanon’s Economic Development and Commercial Districts Manager Eric Milliron discusses plans for this summer’s Uptown Market and the new Final Fridays concert series.

Mt. Lebanon Public Library has been designated Pennsylvania's first public book sanctuary. In this episode of Inside Lebo, hosts Ian McMeans and Rachel Windsor talk with Library Director Robyn Vittek about the designation and its impact.

In this in-depth episode, Mt. Lebanon Police Chief Jason Haberman discusses the latest scams targeting residents. From high-pressure payment scams to grandparent fraud, he explains how to recognize, avoid and report these deceptive schemes.

Rudy Sukal, Mt. Lebanon's public works director, discusses the essential work that keeps Mt. Lebanon running smoothly, from road repairs to park improvements.

Meet Kurt Christofel, the new fire chief of Mt. Lebanon, and learn how he is shaping the fire department's future with innovative ideas and a strong commitment to service.

Katie Donahoe, librarian at Mt. Lebanon Public Library; Max Diegelman, local teen; and Brittany Tonkavich, student activities director at Mt. Lebanon High School, discuss teen programs in the community, including gaming, music, clubs, leadership opportunities and more.

Noah Evans, chair of the Civic Engagement Advisory Board, and Kelsey Leigh, a member, discuss how the board fosters equity and inclusion in Mt. Lebanon and ways to get involved in the community.

This episode discusses how the recreation center's winter programs support your wellness goals. Join Tony Attanucci, Tim Ishman and Zach Wolling as they highlight this season's exciting activities.

Tune in to explore how the new fire training facility is setting the standard for fire safety and training with guests Sean Daniels, interim fire chief, and Pete Goslin, longtime volunteer firefighter.

This episode of "Inside Lebo" explores the wide variety of job opportunities in Mt. Lebanon with Julie Aquino, human resources manager.

One of the many jobs for Mt. Lebanon's Public Works Department is snow removal. Episode guest is Public Works Director Rudy Sukal. Re-run from season 1!

Two of Mt. Lebanon's favorite holiday festivities are right around the corner! Economic Development and Commercial Districts Manager Eric Milliron has the scoop on Beverly Brite Nite and the Uptown Winter Market & Holiday Celebration.

With the holidays just around the corner, it's a busy time of year at Mt. Lebanon Public Library. Our guests are Children's Librarian Rachel Blier and Mandy Mitchell from The Book Cellar, the Friends of the Library's used bookstore. They're here to talk about Jolabokaflod and all the other exciting holiday events.

It's budget time in Mt. Lebanon! What's the process, and will there be a tax hike? Finance Director Andrew McCreery has all the answers in this episode of "Inside Lebo."

In this episode of "Inside Lebo," meet Mt. Lebanon's new social services coordinator, Jaqui Stilson and hear from Daniel Cuiffi, Deputy Chief of Support Services, about the importance of having someone with extensive mental health training working with police and the community.

"Teens Tap In" is a podcast produced by Outreach Teen & Family Services, a non-profit, community-based counseling agency in Mt. Lebanon. It's one of Outreach's many services dedicated to promoting mental wellness. Our guest today on "Inside Lebo" is Maggie Zangara, Program Manager and Outpatient Therapist at Outreach Teen & Family Services, and also the founder and producer of "Teens Tap In."

Join us as we celebrate our 50th episode of "Inside Lebo." Our guest is Amanda Gillen, President of the Board of Trustees for The Historical Society of Mount Lebanon. We talk Lebo history and will have answers to the trivia questions we've been posting all week on social media. Check it out!

We all know what great things you can find inside the Mt. Lebanon Public Library. Public Services Librarian Sarah McGowan is our guest on this episode of "Inside Lebo." She's here to talk about all the online resources you may not know about.

A new user-friendly software called Municity will help streamline the building permit and inspection process in Mt. Lebanon. Building Inspector Josh Meyer has all the details in this episode of "Inside Lebo."

Have you heard about Activate Uptown? Get the chance to weigh in on Uptown of the future! Mt. Lebanon's Commercial Districts Manager Eric Milliron is our guest for this episode of "Inside Lebo."

On this episode of "Inside Lebo," meet Mt. Lebanon Magazine's two summer interns. Adrienne Cahillane and Tess Reinhart are both 2022 grads of Mt. Lebanon High School, and we're thrilled to have them here!

Meet Mt. Lebanon's new Tennis Center manager Darin Rauso and hear all about plans for the facility's future.

Something to be proud of! Mt. Lebanon wins the Governor's Award for Local Government Excellence, thanks to its collaboration with Dormont and other communities. Get the scoop in this latest episode of "Inside Lebo."

Before you head to the pool this Saturday, check out our latest "Inside Lebo" podcast and learn how you can have a say in the future of Mt. Lebanon's Main Park and rec center.