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Timeline: The History of the Pittsburgh Penguins

As the team begins its 50th anniversary season, a look back through pictures and videos of the big moments in the Pens' first 49 years.

Richard Cook,

The TV Series ‘Outsiders’ Finds a Home in Millvale

Go behind the scenes to meet set and production designers and artisans who work magic, transforming neighborhoods into rural Kentucky.

Rob Owen,

Restaurant Review: Spoon in East Liberty Gets a Fresh Polish

Hiring Jamilka Borges as executive chef and a fresh interior design revive the East Liberty restaurant.

Hal B. Klein,

Talk of the Tahn: The Gift I Was Given

My brother taught me how to ski on rented metal sticks. Boyce Park. It was the first thing we ever did together besides fight over the last slice of pizza.

David Conrad,

Like a Boss. Springsteen's Ping-Pong Stop in Pittsburgh

Tales from Springsteen’s visits to the steel city — including a disastrous game of table tennis.

Rick Sebak,

Daytripping: Wright in Buffalo

Before Fallingwater, there was Buffalo’s Martin House Complex — the roots of the great architect’s Prairie School.

Huck Beard,

Downward Dog: Making ‘Martin’ Feel at Home in Pittsburgh

“Downward Dog” has its share of human characters, but much of the focus is squarely on its title character.

Rob Owen,

Part of Duquesne for 8 Decades, 100 Year-Old Gets Degree

Leo Plunkett first arrived at Duquesne as a teenager, while FDR was in his first term.

Richard Cook,

Oakmont Bakery to Double in Size with Move to New Location

The relocation is expected to take more than a year to complete.

Richard Cook,

Son of a Nutracker! Penguins' Holiday ‘Elf’ Mashup Is Hilarious

The defending Stanley Cup champs nail it in what's become a very entertaining holiday tradition.

Magazine Staff,

From the Chef's Kitchen: Mr. Shu's Rock Shrimp

Exclusive recipes, shared only with Pittsburgh Magazine, from some of Pittsburgh's Best Restaurants and chefs. This spicy appetizer comes from Mr. Shu, Executive Chef at Umi Japanese Restaurant in Shadyside.

PM Editors,

Millie's Homemade Ice Cream Plans Second Location

The owners of the popular Shadyside scoop shop will open a new storefront next year in Market Square.

Hal B. Klein,

Reevaluating NOLA on the Square

The Cajun-themed bar and restaurant has become a staple in Market Square; five years in, how is it faring?

Sean Collier,

High Style at High Point

Gem tones, brass finishes, luxurious velvets and colorful leathers are some of the hottest styles to come out of the influential furnishings trade show High Point. Oh yes, and the ’70s are back.

Jessica Sinichak,

Make Room for Baby: Looking Beyond Pink & Blue

Think opulent, edgy & eclectic as parents rock the nursery with style.

Rachel Weaver LaBar,

Store Wars: Make It Easy with a Mudroom

What once was the most utilitarian room in any house has become the new darling of design.

Melissa Rayworth,

Living History: Past Inspires Present in Shadyside

Renovations at Shadyside Commons apartments add modern touches while maintaining the building's historic charm.

Katie Lipko,

This Old Pittsburgh House: ‘If Only the Walls Could Speak’

From serving as a post office to becoming a rumored Underground Railroad stop, this Edgeworth home has been packed with history over the course of 200 years.

Casey Schmauder,

Home Style: Sweet Dreams

Tune out the outside world with stylish pieces designed to take your master bedroom from a place to rest your head to a spa-like escape.

Jessica Sinichak,

On Trend: Making Over Mayview and Bloomfield Lofts

Your guide to the latest news and local happenings in the home industry.

Katie Lipko, Amanda Reed,

Design Evolves in Creating Community

Marc and Christine Mondor are co-principals and founders of evolveEA (short for Environment and Architecture), specializing in everything from residential design to large-scale social engagement projects.

Rachel Weaver LaBar,

Is Mike Tomlin an Under-Appreciated Winner? You Bet He Is

Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin has been winning since he got here, and he’s winning still. But unless he winds up winning Super Bowl LI, Tomlin will continue to have his detractors.

Mike Prisuta,

Pittsburgh's Jackie Evancho to Sing at Trump Inauguration

It’s not the first time the Pittsburgh-area prodigy has performed for a U.S. President.

Richard Cook,

Best New Restaurants in Pittsburgh in 2016

Pittsburgh Magazine's Dining Critic Hal B. Klein's list of the six top openings of the year.

Hal B. Klein,

Centenarian to Make History at Duquesne Commencement

Leo Plunkett, who attended Duquesne from 1934 to 1937, will receive an honorary degree.

Richard Cook,

Watch: Sidney Crosby Scores Like a Baseball Player

This shot will be on hockey highlight reels for years to come.

PM Staff,

Doggone It: Yappy Holidays at the Ace Hotel

The boutique hotel is hosting a “howliday” market for four-legged friends and their humans. Plus, get the scoop on Anemoia Vintage’s pop-up shop.

Jessica Sinichak,

Glimmering Shots of Pittsburgh to Get You in the Holiday Spirit

Weather permitting, Pittsburgh always looks gorgeous at night. With the addition of holiday lights, the cityscape is hard to beat.

Photos by Dave DiCello,

Welcome New Year With New Things At Pittsburgh's First Night

The annual New Year’s Eve event features food, fireworks, music and more.

Courtney Linder,

Antonio Brown Makes Catch on the Field but Loses the Pizza

The Steelers wide receiver stars in a new commercial where he first loses out to a Patriots' cornerback, but gets his revenge when it counts the most.

Richard Cook,