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PIT Steel – Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

No other city personifies the glory days of U.S. steel production better than Pittsburgh, and a new art installation at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) honors that history. In a broader sense, the large-scale piece also highlights the region’s contemporary leadership in manufacturing, construction and technology. Open Columns is an...

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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.

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Route 148 Maintenance Activities Begin Monday in McKeesport

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is announcing maintenance activities along Route 148 in the City of McKeesport, Allegheny County will begin Monday, November 9 weather permitting. To accommodate tree trimming and sidewalk cleaning activities, there will be a right-hand lane closure on Route 148 between Evans Avenue and the...

Mckeesport, PA · 2d

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Oakmont Splits Over Bow Hunters Set to Target Deer in Borough Parks

Deer have been wandering onto Oakmont's Main Street and darting across a trail between the upper and lower boulevard for years, and now the borough is turning to bow hunters to thin the herd. The archery phase of Oakmont's deer management program could start as early as Thursday, and residents are sharply divided over whether vetted hunters belong in local parks at all.

Oakmont, PA · 9h

USA TODAY

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

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Corps dewaters century-old Allegheny River lock chamber for critical repairs

At Allegheny River Lock and Dam 4, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District completely drained the lock chamber, deployed dozens of personnel, cranes, boats, barges, and heavy equipment, and halted navigation through the vital inland waterway link for months because of a piece of wood. Let us explain...

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CBS Pittsburgh

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.

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Get Into the Holiday Spirit With These Local Events and Festivals

Nov. 13 – Jan. 3. Take a stroll through more than three million twinkling lights and snap a photo with the tallest Christmas tree in Pennsylvania at Kennywood Park. Visitors will also be able to enjoy an offering of seasonal food and drink options, hop on 20+ family and thrill rides, explore Gingerbread Junction, share a wish list with Santa and enjoy special entertainment for all ages. Plus, families can meet Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and his friends Clarice, Bumble and Sam the Snowman. Tickets can be purchased online. Admission is also included with the purchase of a 2027 season pass.

Pittsburgh, PA · 10h

Pittsburgh's Public Source

After 30 years in the minority, Jay Costa steps into Senate spotlight

“He’s seen a lot of bills come up and I think that he’ll do what he thinks is best," said state Sen. Devlin Robinson, a Republican. “I think he’s a pragmatic person and he’ll be pragmatic in whatever office he possesses.” The post After 30 years in the minority, Jay Costa steps into Senate spotlight appeared first on Pittsburgh's Public Source . PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.

Allegheny County, PA · 16h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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.

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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 · 11h

pittsburghmagazine.com

By the Numbers: All About Oakland’s New Kamin Tower

It won’t be long until a new tower joins Oakland’s distinctive skyline. UPMC Presbyterian Kamin Tower broke ground in 2022, adjacent to the nearly-100-year-old Presbyterian hospital. Officials say the medical giant received a “philanthropic gift” from Daniel G. and Carole L. Kamin and the Kamin Family Foundation in 2025, which has advanced the project further; now, ribbon-cutting for the new building is expected to take place on Jan. 20, 2027 with patients slated to move in on Jan. 24, 2027.

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WPXI Pittsburgh

Christmas Tree to be installed at City-County Building; traffic delays, road closures planned

The arrival of the 38-foot blue spruce will bring temporary traffic delays and road closures along Grant Street and surrounding travel routes throughout the weekend.

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Sara-Summer Oliphant: Pittsburgh can’t build an inclusive future by making affordable housing optional

Pittsburgh City Council’s approval of its revised affordable housing zoning policy on Oct. 27 raises a troubling question: Who will benefit from the city’s growth, and who will be left behind?. The legislation allows developers to access additional building benefits by providing affordable housing or paying $25 per...

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Star Wars vending machine returns to Pittsburgh fire station

A Jedi may not have returned, but a beloved vending machine has.

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Pittsburgh's 38-Foot Blue Spruce Rolls Into Downtown, Grant Street Braces for Closures

A 38-foot blue spruce donated by Anthony Vallecorsa of Brighton Heights is headed downtown on Nov. 14, and Pittsburgh drivers should plan around it. Police and forestry crews will escort the tree from the North Side between 8:30 and 10:30 a.m., with Grant Street closing between Third and Fifth avenues from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. to get it installed at the City-County Building.

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Once an exclusive haven for Pittsburgh’s elite, Pitt’s University Club is now open to everyone

Location: University Club at University of Pittsburgh in Oakland. Featured guests: Danielle Olcott, director of food and beverage; Robyn Tongel, hospitality concierge; and Jana Sestili, director of event & conference services, at Pitt’s University Club. 3 things that surprised me:. 1. Acclaimed architect Henry Hornbostel designed The University Club...

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Pittsburgh’s 2027 budget deemed ugly but honest

Pittsburgh City Council Budget Director Kiersten Walmsley on Tuesday told officials the proposed 2027 budget paints an accurate portrait of the city’s finances — even if that picture isn’t pretty. “This budget might not be the best looking, but it is honest,” Walmsley told council members during...

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Meeting Thursday Will Present Redevelopment Vision for City

The study group behind a year-long comprehensive review of redevelopment opportunities in McKeesport will present its findings to the public on Thursday. A public meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. (Nov. 12) by The Collaborative, a group of internationally known community planners who have been working with local residents, community groups, business owners and experts from Harvard and elsewhere to discuss a redevelopment program that includes housing, commercial and industrial development, and recreation.

Mckeesport, PA · 1d

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North Side parents weigh school culture, student transitions under Pittsburgh Public Schools plan

North Side parents raised concerns about school culture, leadership, student transitions, curriculum and facilities during a public session about Pittsburgh Public Schools’ proposed school closures and realignment. City school administrators held their third regional update meeting Thursday at Allegheny Traditional Academy, to hear feedback and provide details on its...