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.
Difficult Decisions Loom for Pens’ Dubas, Including One in Particular
Seeking a quick fix in free agency wasn’t an option this time. But trading Sidney Crosby might be if the Pens are to contend again sooner rather than later.
Pittsburgh Lit: Two Poetry Collections to Explore This July
A debut poetry collection from Dorian Hairston tells the life story of Pittsburgh great Josh Gibson, while Lynn Emanuel displays rage and sadness in some of her finest work.
Collier’s Weekly: Why Can’t We Have a Convenient Concert Venue?
As complaints about major venues have increased, it appears that the places hosting concerts are unconcerned with delivering a hassle-free experience.
Why Will TSA PreCheck Passengers Have a New Security Line at Pittsburgh International Airport?
The airport, starting July 8, will be guiding early-morning passengers to an alternate checkpoint on the ticketing level to speed travelers through the security lines.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Buggz
Buggz wants to be friends with anyone, and is always affectionate and curious about everything. Make arrangements to meet him at Animal Friends.
Talk Is Cheap for a Pirates Organization That's Too Often Been the Same
Bob Nutting may be saying the right things. But until Ben Cherington does the right thing the Bucs are in danger of wasting the type of opportunity that doesn’t come around very often.
The Frugal Fan’s Guide to PNC Park
You can still see the Pirates without dropping too much cash. Follow our guide to getting in and out of PNC Park for cheap.
Delta Resumes Nonstop Flights to Salt Lake City from Pittsburgh
Flights begin on Nov. 23 on this route that had no nonstop flights from Pittsburgh International Airport since the pandemic.
