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Economy, PA · Municipal

WYTV

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UPMC committed to serving Shenango Valley after Sharon Regional closure

UPMC says it's committed to providing care across Mercer and Lawrence counties and plans to keep investing in local services, following the closure of Sharon Regional Medical Center.

Mercer County, PA · 1d

CBS Pittsburgh

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Another bar on Pittsburgh's South Side shut down by DA's office

The Allegheny County District Attorney's Office has shut down another bar on Pittsburgh's South Side.

Pittsburgh, PA · 3d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Downtown Pittsburgh housing demand is growing, but turning offices into apartments remains a challenge

Apartments in Pittsburgh’s Golden Triangle are filling up, but data from the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership suggests adding more housing could be a challenge. During a presentation Tuesday, Aaron Sukenik, vice president of district development at the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership, said Downtown is about halfway toward its goal of doubling its residential population — one of the objectives outlined in a three-year strategic plan to revitalize the Golden Triangle.

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

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Old Steam Plant Near PNC Park to Become 97 Affordable Apartments Downtown

A hulking, orange-brick relic that once pumped steam heat to buildings across Downtown Pittsburgh is being reborn as affordable housing. Beacon Communities says it is converting the long-unused Pittsburgh Allegheny County Thermal building at 120 Cecil Place into a 13-story residential building with 97 apartments, and construction is already underway on the site.

Pittsburgh, PA · 3d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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11 Investigates: Community leaders left in the dark on decision to remove airport approach lights

West Mifflin borough leaders say they were not notified about plans to turn off approach lights at the county airport until 11 Investigates told them.

West Mifflin, PA · 10h

CBS Pittsburgh

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More than 10,000 red light camera warnings issued in first 60 days of Pittsburgh enforcement

Countless injuries, some deaths and avoidable accidents over the years put Pittsburgh on a path to try and make the city's streets safer.

Pittsburgh, PA · 22h

WTRF- 7News

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Northwood Health Systems adds new psychiatrist to their staff in Wheeling

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Northwood Health Systems welcomed a new adult and geriatric psychiatrist to their staff. Northwood Health Systems is a nonprofit behavioral health center for residents of Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall and Wetzel county. After running a private practice in North Carolina the past six years, Dr. Todd Derreberry decided that he wanted […]

Wheeling, WV · 11h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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After 3-year wait, Shaler Area teacher and Army veteran gets a service dog, his 24/7 guardian

After years of planning, physical education teacher Adam Rosenwald is welcoming a service dog into his life. Rosenwald served in the Army from 2005-08. He is involved with the Pittsburgh Warriors organization, a hockey team actively trying to reduce the number of veteran suicides in the United States. Being involved...

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls launches major project aimed at restoring historic building

The Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls has launched a major rehabilitation project aimed at restoring its historic 1903 building and expanding community services across Beaver County.

Beaver Falls, PA · 19h

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Lawrence County DA Forces Meta to Unmask Anonymous Facebook Critic 'Frank Durk'

A Lawrence County judge has ordered Meta to hand over the identity behind a Facebook account called Frank Durk, giving District Attorney Joshua Lamancusa a long-sought path to unmask the person he says spent months accusing him of crimes online. The account must first be served with the order, and the person behind it gets 30 days to appeal before Meta is required to disclose who they are.

Lawrence County, PA · 2d

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Public sounds off on U.S. Steel’s proposed hot strip mill in Braddock

The Allegheny County Health Department heard from the public on U.S. Steel’s proposed permit for a new hot strip mill at its plant in Braddock. The company, which was purchased by Nippon Steel of Japan last year, has proposed putting in a new hot strip mill at its Edgar Thomson plant. A hot strip mill presses steel slabs into coils of flat steel used to manufacture cars and appliances.

Braddock, PA · 1d

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Effort To Save Slippery Rock Barn Hits Roadblock

An effort to save a Slippery Rock landmark may be dropped after a failure to reach an agreement with the school board. At a meeting earlier this week, a committee that was formed to try and save the white barn outside of the high school could not reach an agreement on how to proceed with the Slippery Rock School Board.

Slippery Rock, PA · 23h

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Pittsburgh-area neighbors are giving away everything from toys to furniture for free

The Buy Nothing project is gaining popularity across local neighborhoods, providing online spaces where neighbors can offer items they no longer need for free.

Pittsburgh, PA · 22h

USA TODAY

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6,500 runners turn Pittsburgh streets into a race course

A record 6,500 runners and walkers took over Pittsburgh streets Nov. 8 for the sold-out EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler & 10K, turning roads and bridges into a course through the heart of the city. Participants from 33 states and six countries took part in the race, according to a community announcement. The turnout was the largest in the event's history, with the course carrying runners through the North Shore, Strip District and Downtown. Runners crossed three Pittsburgh bridges and got an uncommon view of the city's neighborhoods and riverfront from streets typically occupied by vehicles. Road closures cleared the course for runners Creating that route brought significant traffic changes across Pittsburgh. Road closures generally ran from 6:30 a.m. to noon, although reopening times varied by location. Parking was restricted along the course beginning at 4 a.m. The Andy Warhol Bridge and David McCullough Bridge were among the affected crossings. Both were closed from 6:30 to 11:30 a.m., according to Allegheny County. Music filled the route as competitors raced Traffic disappeared from parts of the course, but the streets were far from quiet. More than 20 DJs, bands and other musical acts performed along the route as part of the event's

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

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Route 19 Washington Road Closure This Saturday, Sunday in Upper St. Clair

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is announcing the closure of Route 19 (Washington Road) in Upper St. Clair Township, Allegheny County will occur this Saturday and Sunday, November 14-15 weather permitting. Route 19 will close to traffic in both directions from 1:00 AM Saturday continuously through 10:00 PM Sunday...

Allegheny County, PA · 2d

Pittsburgh's Public Source

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Polish Hill shelter proposal called ‘damaging’ and ‘minimal’ in heated hearing

Polish Hill residents showed up in droves to a Pittsburgh Zoning Board of Adjustment hearing on Thursday, passionate with both concern and support for a proposed year-round, low-barrier homeless shelter in their neighborhood. The nearly four-hour meeting included a presentation by Michael Korns, counsel for the proposed shelter’s operator Community...

Pittsburgh, PA · 12h

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Volunteers needed for annual tally of people experiencing homelessness in Allegheny County

Allegheny County is recruiting about 400 volunteers for Allegheny Counts, an annual initiative to estimate the number of people experiencing homelessness on a single night.

Allegheny County, PA · 1d

WYTV

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East Palestine woman uses story to inspire community, educate others on diabetes

Though you may not have diabetes, experts say chances are, someone you know does.

East Palestine, OH · 11h

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BC3 announces $1.25 million renovation through donation, grant

A one-time, six-figure donation and a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education will allow Butler County Community College to follow through on long-planned upgrades at its main campus. BC3’s board of trustees approved The West End Project at a special meeting Wednesday, Nov. 11. The project’s cost of $1.25...

Butler County, PA · 1d