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By The Numbers on Opening Day: Wins, Weather and World Series

It’s finally here, the Pirates home opener. Expect strikes, steals and… snow?

Craig Taylor,

For Sale: Pittsburgh’s Priciest Home is a Condo

The seven-bedroom penthouse owned by Pittsburgh billionaire Thomas Tull in the heart of Downtown comes with a $13.9 million price tag. Check it out and the other 10 most expensive homes for sale right now in Pennsylvania.

Jessica Sinichak,

Art, Edibles and Community Make Magic in a Pittsburgh Garden

With a name like Friendship, is it any wonder this neighborhood created such an enchanting community garden?

Lauren Piasecki, Houzz,

New Option for Lunch: Union Standard in Downtown Pittsburgh

Derek Stevens' eatery will offer a daytime menu selection of starters, salads, sandwiches and entrees.

Hal B. Klein,

PM on KD: 10 Great Walks for Spring

PM contributor Kate Benz appears on KDKA's Pittsburgh Today Live to discuss how she found 10 of the best walking trails in the Pittsburgh area.

Magazine Staff,

Pittsburgh Zoo Welcomes Trio of the World’s Largest Rodents

The three new arrivals to the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium all are named for characters from “Game of Thrones.”

Richard Cook,

Hungry For Something Good, Pittsburgh? Where We're Eating In April

We're visiting a Turkish Market, eating cheese expertly paired with condiments, enjoying Caribbean cuisine and revisiting one of our favorite sandwich shops. Plus, we chat with Sabatino ‘Sam’ DiBattista, Executive Chef/Owner of Vivo Kitchen.

Hal B. Klein,

Get Ready to Fly Nonstop from Pittsburgh to China

Pittsburgh is the first market in North America to receive nonstop charter service through one of China’s largest tourism companies.

Richard Cook,

After 23 Years, Randyland Owners Set for Dream Vacation

Their toll-free exhibit has served as a cultural Pittsburgh icon for years, and now, people are giving back to the founders of this beloved institution.

Craig Taylor,

Tender Bar + Kitchen Will Close

The Lawrenceville bar will stir and shake its last cocktails in April.

Hal B. Klein,

An Important Pittsburgh Birthday: Wigle Whiskey Turns Five

The Strip District distillery is celebrating with a release of a rare whiskey, parties and a new Downtown tasting room.

Hal B. Klein,

Penguins Uncertain About More Than Just Their Goalie

The Penguins’ inability to simplify their game of late has complicated things considerably.

Mike Prisuta,

Stuff of Legends

Pittsburgh Opera will debut its first world premiere, a story with local ties, in “The Summer King: The Josh Gibson Story.”

Brandy Hadden,

PA Turnpike: In E-ZPass We Trust, and You Should Too

The turnpike wants to educate drivers to some changes arriving soon at toll booths.

Craig Taylor,

Market Square's Big New Bar is Surprisingly Good

You may not want to be charmed by City Works, but the beer-and-bites spot will likely win you over.

Sean Collier,

It's a Sign: Could Pittsburgh Be the New Hollywood?

Pittsburgh could be well on its way to replicating one of Hollywood’s most prominent landmarks.

Casey Kelly,

Where in Pittsburgh to Dump Your Old TV or Computer

You are going to want to print this list and keep it handy.

Casey Kelly,

Auction Alert: Own a Piece of Artistry

Looking for a unique piece? Inventory from Artistry, which closed up shop in the Strip District after more than 25 years in business, will be sold at auction this weekend.

Jessica Sinichak,

Watch: Jameson Taillon's Remarkable Recovery

Sports media company Whistle Sports documented Pirates pitcher Jameson Taillon's recovery workout regime.

PM Staff,

Special Delivery: Creating a Rustic Woodlands Nursery

Local art teacher Chris Galiyas used inspiration from his son’s name, Arrow, and his first home with his wife to create a heartfelt, whimsical baby room.

Kimberly Rooney,

Dish Osteria and Bar To Close

The beloved Pittsburgh institution will serve its last meal in April.

Hal B. Klein,

Celebrating 75 Years: Connecting History with Community

The Heinz History Center’s World War II traveling exhibit focuses on western Pennsylvania’s ties to history.

Grace Cooper,

Top 10 Things to Do in Pittsburgh in April

This month's best bets in the ’Burgh.

Eric Lidji,

Pittsburgh's Can't Miss Concerts in April

This month's lineup includes The Decemberists, Vieux Farka Toure and of Montreal.

Cassidy Gruber,

Pittsburgh Flicks and Nightlife in April

A preview of this year's JFilm Film Festival plus the Black Political Empowerment Project's annual jazz concert fundraiser.

Eric Lidji, Sean Collier,

Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy's Meg Cheever To Step Down

The nonprofit's founding President and CEO will leave her position early next year.

Hal B. Klein,

Kamayan Feast Coming To Kaya in the Strip District

Executive Chef Ben Sloan will offer a festive, eat-with-your-hands spread on Tuesday nights.

Hal B. Klein,

PM on KD: The Weddings Issue

PM Associate Editor Lauren Davidson appears on KDKA's Pittsburgh Today Live to talk about the spring Weddings issue.

Magazine Staff,

Pittsburgh Pens' Spouse is ‘Hockey Wife’ On and Off Camera

After a Stanley Cup-winning season for the Pittsburgh Penguins, one player’s wife is working on her own claim to fame.

Casey Kelly,

Steelers’ Philosophy Back on Display After Hightower Flirtation

Even as they entertained Dont’a Hightower for nearly seven hours during a free-agent recruiting trip to the South Side, the Steelers never lost sight of who they are or what they’re all about.

Mike Prisuta,