This Week in Pittsburgh History: A Pop Art Icon Was Born
The legacy of Andy Warhol lives on more than 30 years after his death.
'Radio Golf' Brings August Wilson’s Legacy Home in More Ways Than One
Pittsburgh Playwrights brings the final installment in the playwright’s Century Cycle to life with Montae Russell directing.
Collier’s Weekly: Why We’re Skipping the Cookie Table
Our wedding won’t have the traditional buffet of baked goods. There will, however, be plenty of sweet treats on hand — no baking relatives required.
Understanding When to Get Fighting Mad Is an Important Part of the Steelers’ Summer Plan
They can’t brawl every day, as they did in a high-profile, all-inclusive scuffle on Wednesday. But there’s a mentality, a camaraderie and a competitiveness that are fostered by such things, and that matters.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Two Legends Are Drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins
This week in 2005, the Penguins’ captain and alternate captain began their careers with the NHL.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Meet Selene, a Sweet-Natured Domestic Shorthair
Selene has the guilty pleasure of rolling around in some catnip! Make arrangements to meet her at Animal Friends.
Collier’s Weekly: A Disturbing Social-Media Scam Attempts to Capitalize on Tragedy
Scammers are attempting to seize on the tragic death of Corey Comperatore.
A Penn Hills Candy Factory Is Making Life Sweeter for Folks on the Autism Spectrum
Spectrum Fudge hires employees with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Led Zeppelin Breaks Records at Three Rivers Stadium
On July 24, 1973, the rock band brought 40,000 fans to Three Rivers Stadium, the largest crowd ever to attend a musical event in Pittsburgh.
Here We Go, Steelers, Here We Go Again
Our annual obsession with training camp is about to commence. And while the particulars are destined to be overblown, there’s a method to the madness that matters.
Collier’s Weekly: Five Better Pennsylvania License Plate Ideas
Let’s come up with some creative ways to make interstate peace on the backs of our cars.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Meet Brighton, a 3-Year-Old Medium Mixed Breed
Brighton is a lovely dog to walk and has wonderful leash manners. Make arrangements to meet her at Animal Friends.
Skenes’ Star Keeps Shining Light on Pirates’ Potential
They need to add offense to maximize the opportunity at hand. But even if they don’t, and their history says they won’t, the postseason may yet be within reach.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Strudel
Strudel loves to be pet, brushed and groomed. Make arrangements to meet him at Animal Friends.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Pirates Find a New Home
Three Rivers Stadium opened on July 16, 1970, and the Pirates would play there for the next 30 years.
Carnegie Museum of Natural History Celebrates Dippy the Dinosaur’s Birthday
This year marks 125 years since Dippy’s discovery.
Getaway: Chagrin Falls, Ohio Recalls a Norman Rockwell-Colored Slice of Americana
Actor Tim Conway wrote in his 2013 autobiography that Chagrin Falls is "a dream town, a living template of mid-nineteenth century America."
Change of Direction Evident, Encouraging for Penguins
They know they have to develop their next wave sooner rather than later. Development camp was an example of how hard they’re working to make it happen.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Kaia
Despite her being a little on the older side, Kaia still has energy! Make arrangements to meet her at Animal Friends.
Collier’s Weekly: Make This Summer the End of Silly Backyard Fireworks
Aside from being harmful to veterans and dogs — and potentially deadly — setting off disappointing fireworks in your backyard just isn’t any fun.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The Polio Vaccine Earns Worldwide Acceptance
Jonas Salk’s polio vaccine, first administered in 1954, was declared safe and effective around the world in the years that followed.
Venus Williams Hosts a Podcast About This Carnegie Museum of Art Exhibit
“Widening the Lens: Photography, Ecology, and the Contemporary Landscape” challenges our inherited environmental narratives.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Pico De Gato
Pico De Gato enjoys attention and pets from everyone! Make arrangements to meet him at Animal Friends.
