Some Historical Facts... The Borough of Verona was established in 1871 and occupies one half square miles. Verona is situated approximately 12 miles from Pittsburgh along the Southeastern bank of the Allegheny River. Verona was named for James Verner whose farm of 400 acres was subdivided and our town was formed. Railroad buffs will be interested to know that Verona, Pa was at one time a major repair center for the steam locomotives of the Allegheny Valley Railroad and the Pennsylvania Railroad. A large roundhouse was located near Center Ave. & Railroad Ave.Verona along with Oakmont, Pa comprises the Riverview School District. The population of Verona, as of the 1990 census, is 3,264. The Verona Volunteer Fire Department was founded in 1889.