Author: Jessica Sinichak
“I realized that politics and government was where I wanted to make an impact.”
“Particularly for students from underrepresented communities, I think it’s important for them to see people who look like them teaching them.”
“I think you really need someone to look up to and I try to be that for people.”
“I’ve shifted into listening and learning and working with partners to address vaccine hesitancy.”
“I see the power and influence of young people, not only for our city, but for the world, and I’m constantly inspired by it.”
“Teaching came naturally to me. It didn’t feel like work, which is a beautiful thing.”
“Racial tension had been at a crazy high. I wanted to do my part and came up with an ice cream flavor with proceeds given back to a nonprofit.”
“The moment I stepped into the classroom, I felt like this is what I’m supposed to do.”
“It’s nice to have a group of veterans that have navigated those current waters you’re going through.”
“I feel it is important to pay it forward to those who want to learn.”
An informal poll conducted by Pittsburgh Restaurant Workers Aid shows the pandemic amplified pre-existing problems, including low wages and lack of benefits, within the service industry.
HOME editor Jessica Sinichak finds local gems you’ll obsess over.
The former Downtown department store’s iconic clock, famed as a meetup spot for generations of Pittsburghers, is still keeping time as renovations finish up on the long-delayed residential/retail project.
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While there has been an uptick in COVID-19 cases, Allegheny County won’t implement another mask mandate — at least not yet.
RDC Inc. recently broke ground on the residential and retail development on Liberty Avenue.
The host of WTAE-TV’s “Ricki and Copper” show and “Junior High Quiz” was 86.
The Amazon Prime Video television series “A League of Their Own,” based on the 1992 movie, is set to film in the area this week.
After a health scare, Freesia Jason decided to pursue her goal of opening a home decor boutique and design business in Zelienople.
But don’t throw away the masks just yet — certain CDC guidelines still apply.
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