Author: Admin Staff - Darin Robertson
With 2025 in the Rearview Mirror, These Local Realtors Look Back — and Forward
The Pittsburgh housing market had strengths and challenges for realtors, sellers and buyers in 2025. Here’s what the experts expect from 2026.
Park House Is Once Again Packing ‘Em in on the North Side
Shuttered during the pandemic in 2020, the beloved East Ohio Street institution reopened in December.
Looking For Work? 10 New Job Openings in Pittsburgh This Week
Looking for a job in Pittsburgh? Here's our weekly roundup of Pittsburgh jobs that are accepting applications.
House of the Week: A Home Perched Above the Three Rivers on Mount Washington
The home was designed for entertaining.
7 Things to Do in Pittsburgh This Weekend
Ring in the New Year with an onstage mystery, a throwback dance party or a last bit of holiday magic.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Everest, a Medium-Energy Pup
Make arrangements to meet her at Animal Friends.
Heinz History Center is Renaming Its Sport Museum After This Steelers Great
The Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum will be known as the Franco Harris Sports Museum in honor of the late Hall of Famer.
The Top 10 Films of 2025
From blockbusters to arthouse gems, there were plenty of great films to enjoy this year.
How to Recycle Your Christmas Tree in Pittsburgh
The City and Allegheny County have opened collection centers. And the Scouts will provide curbside pickup in select City neighborhoods as a fundraiser.
Collier’s Weekly: Time for Me to Bid Farewell to Pittsburgh Magazine — and Consider All the Secrets Yet to Find
After nearly 15 years, it feels like I “know every street in this town.” In reality, Pittsburgh always has more secrets.
The Funny, Gripping, Nailbiting ‘Marty Supreme’ Is a Worthy Follow-Up to ‘Uncut Gems’
Josh Safdie weaves an unforgettable story of table tennis, ambition and clandestine affairs.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Hurricane, a Shy Domestic Shorthair
Make arrangements to meet her at Animal Friends.
Pirates Outfielder Andrew McCutchen and Wife Maria Welcome Fifth Baby
Just in time for the holidays, Suede McCutchen was born over the weekend.
Dig in With Graver: A Foodie Tribute to Rob Reiner
The late director’s movies gave us plenty of food for thought.
Our Food Editor’s Favorite Stories of 2025
From beer and cheesecake to fish sandwiches and cheese, it’s been a banner year for Kristy Graver.
A New ‘Avatar’ Relies on Its Story — and Instantly Falls Apart
“Fire and Ash,” the third installment in the series, gets lost in its own mythology.
Pittsburgh's Word of the Year Is...
Readers vote on the topic that defined 2025.
This Allentown Home is Pure Pittsburgh
Set along the "T" tracks on Arlington Avenue, the renovated abode overlooks the city's iconic skyline.
The Pittsburgh Zoo Glows with 350 Handmade Lanterns
At “Wild Illuminations: A Holiday Lantern Experience,” millions of sparkling lights illuminate the zoo’s pathways.
The Crass Fred Rogers of AI Deepfakes Has Some Pittsburghers ‘Horrified’
The memory of the local icon is being twisted by a high-tech Neighborhood of Make-Believe. The institutions who protect his history are looking for ways to clear the AI slop.
Buckle Up — Because The Steelers Have a Roller Coaster Ride Ahead
The ups and downs that have defined the 2025 season aren't going away anytime soon.
House of the Week: An Exceptional Home in Hampton, PA
New features and updates have been made throughout the home.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Waylin, a Big-Headed Sweetheart
Make arrangements to meet him at Animal Friends.
Pittsburghers Share Photos With Their Terrible Towels
The Terrible Towel turns 50 this year.
Finding ‘Home,’ Both Old and New, with Little Lake Theatre Co.
The storied company will bring shows to a new space during its 2026 season, while still performing at its beloved lakeside venue.
5 Local Companies Making a Mark on Pittsburgh — and Far Beyond
They all began with a single idea: a way to solve a problem or close a gap in services.
What's Life Like After Local News?
We catch up with 7 former anchors and reporters.
What Are Tom Llamas and NBC Nightly News Doing in Pittsburgh?
The veteran journalist opens up about what he likes about Pittsburgh, how he gets to know a city — and the Pittsburgh souvenir he’s hoping to take home to his son.
Artist Nikk Alcaraz, Who's Done Design Work For Disney, Brings Holiday Cheer to Brownsville
With help from local residents, officials and business owners, he's transformed the town’s abandoned business district into a retro Christmas wonderland.
The Top Pittsburgh News Stories of the Year
Looking back at the 10 most impactful and important moments of 2025.
Survey: What Is Pittsburgh's Word of the Year?
We gathered some words, phrases and topics that defined Pittsburgh in 2025.
Quantum Theatre Founder Karla Boos Will Retire Next Year
The artistic director of the acclaimed company will direct “The Tempest” at Carrie Furnaces in August, then retire at the end of December.
They Rented in Mt. Lebanon — Then Found the Home That Made Them Stay
Built in 1948, the brick colonial is within walking distance of the community's shops, restaurants and local elementary school.
Gift Guide: The Best Foodie Gifts Made in Pittsburgh
We rounded up giftable jars, bars, bottles, salts, sauces and sweets, all made by local makers — and all perfect for last-minute holiday shopping.
Dig in With Graver: Ruckus Cafe, Kennywood Cocoa and Turner’s Iced Tea
Enjoy a new Downtown spot while you enter sweet online contests.
Get Into the Game at the Kamin Science Center
Sports360, the North Shore facility’s newest, immersive exhibit, opens Dec. 13.
Let The Games Begin – With Beer!
Two new businesses are brewing up interactive fun.
For the First Time, Pittsburgh International Airport Launches Nonstop Flights to Ireland
The new service with Aer Lingus begins in 2026 — and flights already are available for booking.
Pittsburgh Magazine’s 10 Most-Read Stories of 2025
Here are the stories you enjoyed most.
Benoit Blanc Returns in Fine Form with ‘Wake Up Dead Man’
The “Knives Out” sequel also stars Glenn Close, Josh Brolin and many more.
The Steelers Made a Statement Against the Ravens — But There's Only One Way It Will Resonate
They’ll have to rise to the occasion, as the did against Baltimore, to salvage a season that could still go either way.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Patches, a Playful Domestic Shorthair
Make arrangements to meet him at Animal Friends.
What's It Like to Take Part in the Taste Buds Event?
Pittsburgh Magazine creative director (and Pasta Beard founder) Huck Beard served up homemade meatballs with his sous-chef, Luccia Harpalini, as part of the annual event to raise funds for the Best Buddies organization.
'The Pitt' Lands Two Golden Globe Nominations
The show — set in a Pittsburgh emergency room — returns in January.
Dahn Memory Lane: Why Pittsburgh Needs To Be 'The City of Champions'
Columnist Virginia Montanez explains that the city’s connection with its sports teams is more than mere fandom — it’s a relationship forged during Pittsburgh’s darkest days.
Profile: Daniel Teadt, the Storytelling Baryton
As a performer and an educator, Daniel Teadt is creating a ripple effect of talent throughout Pittsburgh and much farther afield.
