Author: Amanda Reed
There is New Hope for Pittsburgh’s Tree of Lights
This is supposed to be the last year for the iconic tree at Point State Park, but plenty is going on behind the scenes to ensure its return.
Growing Up in Bloomfield: Tom Savini
The visual effects artist vividly recalls growing up in Pittsburgh’s Little Italy, which he still calls home.
Where to Give Musical Instruments in Pittsburgh
The mission of the Pittsburgh Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, which has operated since 1993, is to educate, inspire and foster a lifelong love of music.
A Combination of Arts and Activism
1Hood Media builds community through art, education and social justice.
Where to Safely Dispose of Leftover Household Chemicals
The parking lot at North Park swimming pool will host a nearly contactless collection event this weekend.
Commonplace Coffee and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Create Coffee Collab
Drink coffee outside while enjoying the great outdoors.
Steelers-Titans Game Postponed Due to Positive COVID-19 Tests
The delay comes after five Titans team personnel members and four Titans players contracted the disease.
Allegheny Conference Announces ‘Pittsburgh Region: Next is Now’
The new brand looks to unify how people talk about Pittsburgh.
Wigle Whiskey and Threadbare Cider to Launch Pop-Up in Bakery Square
The shop will have a holiday theme and feature exclusive deals.
On Campus and All Stressed Out
The pandemic has not only increased the rate of depression among college students, but has also put a strain on collegiate counseling centers. How are Pittsburgh area colleges and universities responding?
This Kind of Camping Offers Unique, Luxury Experience
Glamorous Glamping is only an hour’s drive away with this new mobile hospitality concept.
Wiz Khalifa Sparks Up New Restaurant Concept
Hotbox by Wiz is filled with puns and nods to the city.
Help Pittsburgh’s Parks with a Picnic
Sorry, “dinner and a show”; “picnic and philanthropy” is the new thing to do.
Delta Foundation to Dissolve, Other Groups to Take Over Pittsburgh Pride
The Pittsburgh LGBTQ Coalition and TransYOUniting will lead next year’s celebration.
Have You Ever Explored The Abandoned Turnpike Tunnels?
Bring a flashlight and a sense of adventure.
Why I Love My Neighborhood: Central Northside
Tereneh Idia’s love of her neighborhood is palpable and fierce. However, she says the inequities people of color face in Pittsburgh are ongoing and urgent.
5 Picture-Perfect Spots in Pittsburgh
We’ve all seen the same Instagram photo that visitors take whenever they visit Pittsburgh: standing on an overlook in Mount Washington with views of the Downtown skyline. It’s not a bad photo-op, but it’s far from the only place in town worthy of social media. Here are a few of our favorites.
Pittsburgh Race for the Cure Goes Virtual
The 5k is spread out over the course of two weeks.
Delta Foundation Cancels Pittsburgh Pride 2020
The annual LGBTQ event had already been postponed.
Best of the Burgh Readers' Poll Winners in Retail
We spotlight a Walnut Street shop that goes far beyond cards with a plethora of gifts and knick-knacks.
Best of the Burgh: Blast to the Past with @vintagepgh
With more than 10,000 followers, Felix Strater’s account shows that locals can’t get enough of the back-then ‘Burgh.
Kristen Linfante
The arts nonprofit leader contracted COVID-19 in March and is recovering from a difficult fight.
