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Pa. aviary says good-bye ‘with deepest sorrows’ to Stanley, its first penguin
After 23 years, a western Pennsylvania aviary has had to say goodbye to the first penguin it acquired. Stanley, an African penguin who lived at the National Aviary in Pittsburgh, was put down by veterinary staff after suffering for 18 months with what the aviary called “age-related spine and joint issues.”
New aquatic-themed flower show opens in Pittsburgh this weekend
PITTSBURGH, Pa. (KDKA) — A lot is going on in Pittsburgh this weekend, from the Pirates starting a home stand at PNC Park to runners hitting the streets for the Pittsburgh Marathon. There is also a new flower show opening at Phipps Conservatory. The "Summer Flower Show: Under the Sea" officially opens on Saturday to the public. And while you won't need a swimsuit or snorkel for this show, you will catch a wave of ocean vibes if you decide to stop by.Mike Bechtel, the indoor display manager at Phipps, said that there is a lot to love about this new...
Autism Pittsburgh has program that provides live music experience
ROSS TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — Autism Pittsburgh has a program that provides live music experiences to people of all ages in a sensory-friendly and judgment-free environment. Azure Family Concerts is an environment where students of various age groups can have fun at a free concert. Anitra Birnbaum, executive director of Azure Family Concerts, created the experience where kids can express themselves free of judgment. "My oldest son has autism and, especially when he was younger, it was a real challenge to take him to a traditional concert because, like many people with autism and special needs, he was unable to stay still...
Bobby and his friends seek adoption from Beaver County Humane Society
(Dog of The Week is a feature of the Beaver County Humane Society striving to find forever homes for shelter dogs.) Editor's Note: The Times learned after its deadline that Bobby was adopted and has a new forever home. He has plenty of friends still waiting for their lucky break at the Beaver County Humane Society shelter.
YMCA to Host Camp Coffman Family Day on Sunday, May 19
CRANBERRY, Pa. (EYT) – The Scenic Rivers YMCA will be hosting a Family Day and Open House at YMCA Camp Coffman in Cranberry on Sunday, May 19, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The fun outdoor event is free, open to the public, and will be held rain or shine!
Daycation Destination: Mingle among the koalas of the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Pittsburgh’s Highland Park neighborhood is home to the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, but a daycation trip to another zoo in Cleveland offers encounters something one can’t visit in Pennsylvania — koalas. Only nine U.S. zoos offer koala exhibits and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is the closest to Pittsburgh...
Pennsylvania fisherman catches yellow perch that’s comparable to the state record
A phone call from a fishing buddy helped a Pennsylvania angler realize he shouldn’t filet the trophy fish he just caught. Chuck Main, 55, of Beaver County caught a yellow perch April 7 that rivals the Pennsylvania state record. Main of Ellwood City was fishing for perch on Presque...
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Pittsburgh Zoo and nonprofit team up to celebrate families on National Baby Day
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- On National Baby Day, the Pittsburgh Zoo partnered with Beverly's Babies for a fun event.The phrase "it takes a village" is true for expecting parents. However, sometimes many moms and dads can end up feeling isolated. Beverly's Babies hopes to change that. "It's the help and the resources, that's the main thing for me. It's hard to find help nowadays. This community helps out a lot," said dad Brandon Holloman."Beverly's is all about using the vehicle of celebration to really help meet the basic needs of the families in our region," said Beverly's Babies founder Megs Yunn.Yunn says...
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