This Week in Pittsburgh History: An Alligator in the Sewer System?
The late radio host, John Cigna, dreamed up several memorable April Fool's pranks.
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.
The More Things Change, The More They Remain The Same In Pittsburgh's Sports Landscape
The Steelers are reloading. The Penguins are going for broke. And the Pirates are acting like they’re broke, as is their habit.
Our Dining Critic Dishes on This Month's Restaurant Review and Local Fish Fries
Watch what else Hal B. Klein had to say on KDKA's Pittsburgh Today Live.
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.
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Cass
This Terrier/Pitt Bull mix is looking for a new forever home. Make an appointment to meet him at Animal Friends.
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.
The Allegheny Wine Mixer Has New Owners
After nearly a decade of serving a world of wine in Upper Lawrenceville, Jamie Patten passes one of our favorite bars in Pittsburgh into new hands.
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.
Collier's Weekly: The Next-to-Last Sam Goody Location
Pittsburgh is a short drive away from one of only two remaining outposts of the once-ubiquitous record-store chain.
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.
At Pittsburgh Weddings, the Cookie Is King, but the Cake Has Its Place
Small cakes are all the rage, but small doesn’t have to mean simple.
This Condo in Oakland Is Perfect for a Doctor, a Student or a Retiree
The studio space is located in a U-shaped historical apartment complex designed by architect H.G. Hodgkins.
How a Glass Mural in Sharpsburg is Bringing the Community Together
Designed by artist Sarah Cohen, a colorful, nature-inspired mosaic on the side of nonprofit Second Harvest Thrift’s building is being assembled by neighbors.
Chef Collaboration Dishes Coming to Cafe Carnegie in Oakland
Look for local chefs to add seasonal specials to the menu of the restaurant located in the lobby of the Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History.
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.
Spotlight on Pittsburgh Theater: The Artist and the Afterlife
Adil Mansoor will direct “Plano” at Quantum Theatre this month before going directly into his autobiographical play “Amm(i)gone” at KST’s Alloy Studios.
Stories of our Neighbors: What Rhymes With Hope?
Slam poet Adríana E. Ramirez on the importance of poetry in troubled times.
Places We Love In Pittsburgh: A Fantasy Room at Phipps
The quiet Broderie Room at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens has an abundance of two very rare things: peace and romance.
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.
Pittsburgh Food Comings and Goings: Lucy is Back and Viridis to Close
The District bánh mì hiatus is over and one of our favorite vegan eateries is set to shutter.
