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Emergency? You Can Now Text 9-1-1 From Anywhere in Southwestern Pennsylvania
Previously available only in Allegheny County, the option to text emergency services has now been expanded across the region.
Damon Young Launches Podcast Tackling Race, Education, Money and More
The Pittsburgh author weighs in on delaying his podcast launch for two years, his next ventures and that now-famous Oscar slap.
Allegheny County Receives Funding to Help Fight Homelessness
The $23 million grant will fund 43 projects to help find stable housing for those experiencing homelessness.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Updates Its COVID-19 Restrictions
Entry requirements like masking and proof of vaccination will change on April 4.
MacKenzie Scott Donates $10 Million to Pittsburgh Nonprofit Pressley Ridge
The billionaire philanthropist’s donation comes at the perfect time for the agency that provides therapeutic foster homes for children who struggle with mental health or other developmental challenges.
The Annual Pittsburgh Pierogi Festival Returns to Kennywood This Fall
More than two dozen vendors will offer a wide range of pierogi-inspired dishes and merch.
What Will It Cost to Restore Pittsburgh's Riverfronts, Parks and Trails?
Riverlife’s Completing the Loop project, which aims to create community green spaces within the city’s 1,055 acres of riverfronts, will be funded largely through fundraisers.
The Pittsburgh Marathon is Back — Like You’ve Never Seen it Before
After two years of virtual races, the Pittsburgh Marathon is coming back with a bang.
Where — and When — Can You Recycle Your Old Glass Products?
The Pennsylvania Resources Council is bringing back its Traveling Glass Recycling Bin program in Allegheny County parks.
A New Life for the Old Water Tower Near North Park Lodge
The tower, which has been closed since the 1970s, will be transformed into an observation deck.
Another Pittsburgh-Area Amusement Park is Opening Earlier This Year
This year will mark the longest season in the Idlewild Park and SoakZone’s 145-year history.
Think You Can Escape a Submarine? Find Out at the Carnegie Science Center
Starting April 15, the Science Center will unveil an escape room aboard the USS Requin submarine.
Headed to New York? Check Out This New Flight
Spirit Airlines will be the only low-cost carrier to serve Newark from Pittsburgh International, beginning this summer.
Do All Pitt Students, Teachers Want to Ditch Their Masks?
Next week, University of Pittsburgh students can finally go maskless — but not all of them will.
‘A Pittsburgh Institution’: Why Klavon's Ice Cream Parlor is Up For Sale
Don’t worry — it will remain open through the sales process.
Good News for the U.S. Travel Industry: High Airport Traffic and Ticket Sales Point to Rebound, Growth
The TSA screened more than 2.3 million people Sunday — the highest one-day total since the start of the pandemic.
Pittsburgh Street Sweeping Will Soon Resume, With $30 Tickets for Cars Parked in the Way
Parking enforcement in street sweeping zones was not enforced for the last two years because of the volume of residents working from home.
Allegheny County Port Authority Extends Free Fares Through Next Week
The Pittsburgh-area agency has experienced service interruptions as a result of a vaccine mandate among its operators.
Concert for Peace: Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and United Way Partner to Help Ukraine
Funds raised from the concert will support the #PghUnitedForUkraine campaign, which is the product of a partnership between the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania and the Pittsburgh Foundation.
Kennywood Will Open Sooner This Year, With Big Changes Ahead of its 125th Anniversary
The park will open to the public on Easter Sunday, April 17.
New Rides and a New Name for Pittsburgh's Healthy Ride Bikeshare Program
Now called POGOH, the company will soon offer e-bikes and new pedal bicycles for use throughout the city.
Allegheny County Health Department to Stop Biweekly COVID-19 Briefings
Although cases are staying low, officials reminded county residents that the pandemic isn’t over just yet.
