7 Places to Celebrate Pittsburgh’s Spooky Season
Here’s a sampling of Halloween happenings — from jack-o’-lantern trails to haunted museums.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Meet Namaste, a 6-Year-Old Medium Mixed Breed
Namaste is the perfect example of Animal Friends' mission: to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals. Make arrangements to meet him!
This Week in Pittsburgh History: The City’s Largest — and Yellowest — Floating Visitor Arrives
Florentijn Hofman’s “Rubber Duck” art installation made its first U.S. appearance in Pittsburgh this week in 2013.
Celebrate Literature With City of Asylum's LitFest This Weekend
The North Side nonprofit offers a lineup of world-class authors, translators and musicians on Sept. 28-29.
Collier’s Weekly: Six Tips for Kennywood’s Phantom Fall Fest
Get the most out of your visit to the iconic park’s spooky-season special with our guide.
Icelandair Expands Nonstop Service to Iceland from Pittsburgh International Airport
The airline in 2025 will start nonstop flights out of PIT a month earlier than it did this year.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Meet Zelda, a Large Black Bunny With a Shy But Independent Spirit
Zelda may seem reserved at first, but she's a treasure waiting to be discovered! Make arrangements to meet her at Animal Friends.
Turning the Page Is Essential for the Penguins
Everyone’s anticipating a competitive training camp for a change. But unless it leads to actual change, the season ahead is destined to deliver more of the same.
Stevie Wonder Is Coming to Pittsburgh
The Steel City is one of only 10 stops on the just-announced tour.
This Week In Pittsburgh History: Aviator Calbraith Perry Rodgers Completes the World’s First Transcontinental Flight
Rodgers was the 49th licensed aviator in the world.
Getaway: Romney, West Virginia Is Rooted in the Past But Makes for a Relaxing Present
An overnight stay that will send you on a delightful journey back in time should draw you to this out-of-the-way corner of the Mountain State — where you’ll also discover a can’t-miss train excursion.
Pirates GM Cherington Makes Curious Call on Manager Shelton
The season has imploded but the organization is apparently resisting the urge to start over, again. One reason why might be that there’s no need to this time.
5 Pumpkin Patches and Fall Festivals Near Pittsburgh
Pumpkins, apple cider, hayrides and zombies creeping amid the cornstalks await you this autumn at local farms.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Meet Penne, a Chatty Tabby Who Seeks Love Through Meows
Penne would love to have a new home to explore and a new family to call her own. Make arrangements to meet her at Animal Friends.
Collier's Weekly: Where to Find Western Pennsylvania’s Strangest Monument
A tragic story from the 19th century gave rise to one of the most unusual landmarks in the state.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: 9/11 Hits Close to Home
It’s been 23 years since United Flight 93 crashed in Somerset County as part of the worst terrorist attack ever against the United States.
How to Grab 'Hamilton' Tickets for Just $10
A limited number of tickets for the show’s Pittsburgh return will once again be available via an online lottery.
Steelers’ Caveat: Remember, It’s September
The first game that counts is obviously a much-anticipated event. Just don’t read too much into it as a barometer of what’s in store for the season ahead.
What Are Those New Sculptures in the Pittsburgh Cultural District?
Renowned sculptor Thaddeus Mosley has crafted four monumental bronze sculptures that will be on display through August 2025.
This Week in Pittsburgh History: Jodie Polk Is First Girl to Score in WPIAL
As a kicker for Penn-Trafford High School, Polk placed third on the team that year for total points scored.
Pittsburgh Lit: Make Your Skin Crawl or Sit in Contemplation With These Two Books
Clare Beams bends the tropes of historical and gothic fiction in "The Garden" while Matt Puchalski contemplates his surroundings in "A Pandemic Gardening Journal."
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Meet Adam, an Affectionate Mixed Breed at Animal Friends
Adam made his way to Animal Friends through the Humane Investigations Team after being found abandoned and shivering in a dilapidated house.
Collier’s Weekly: The North Side Is Bustling — We’re Just Calling It the Wrong Name
Far more than a mere side of the river, we should think of this area as Allegheny City once again.
