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The Forgotten Pennsylvania Town That Used To Be A Massive Industrial Hub

America’s very first Carnegie library once made millworkers take a tunnel to a basement bathhouse before they could check out a book. Clean hands first, then the reading room. That rule tells you a lot about the town around it. This little borough in Pennsylvania still has a working steel mill, one Andrew Carnegie built in the 1870s.

Braddock, PA · 3d

gulfcoastnewsnow.com

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You've been 'Thunderstruck': High school senior's band performance goes viral

PITTSBURGH — A high school senior gained viral fame after a video of her playing "Thunderstruck" by AC/DC on mallet percussion in her marching band last year was reposted on social media last week, amassing millions of views. "He sent me the link, and it had, like, already 6...

Pittsburgh, PA · 3d

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A long… wait a minute, say what?

So… as you might recall from last week, your humble narrator was involved in a long scuttle along the Allegheny River side of Pittsburgh’s central peninsula, one filled with lots of self-recrimination. Fun walk, lots to see and ponder. Everybody hates me. All caught up. One had wandered...

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Century-old barn takes trip for historic preservation purposes

It took practically all day for a century-old barn to travel less than half a mile in Washington County.

Washington County, PA · 4d

CBS Pittsburgh

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Fans say goodbye to Donnie Iris at the last place he ever played

Family, friends and fans of Donnie Iris met to say one final goodbye at the place where he made his farewell as a performer.

Pittsburgh, PA · 23h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Friends, family, Pittsburgh musicians remember Donnie Iris at memorial

Two weeks after the death of Pittsburgh music titan Donnie Iris, hundreds of fans and friends crowded into Citizens Live at the Wylie in the Lower Hill to remember his exceptional life. As a line of mourners that snaked around the building entered the inside of the venue, Iris’s classic...

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

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New director at helm of Shaler Area High School’s fall play, ‘Almost, Maine’

After 16 years, Shaler Area High School has a new play director. Anne Loudon has passed the director’s torch to Japanese teacher Steve Balsomico. Loudon made the difficult decision to step down from the role mainly because she wanted more free time. “The play wasn’t just a couple-month commitment....

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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In brief: Festival of Trees, ‘Winter Wonderland,’ blood drive and more

Email news briefs and event listings to pvarine@triblive.com. Monroeville is starting a new tradition to usher in the holiday season. The inaugural Festival of Trees will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 4 and 5 at Monroeville Community Park West. Admission is free. At the heart of the...

Monroeville, PA · 1d

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Pioneering trans artist's photos spark a new exhibit in Pittsburgh

Thirty years after her untimely death, visionary trans artist Greer Lankton is getting her second exhibit at Pittsburgh’s Mattress Factory museum — the venue that hosted the final show she opened in her lifetime. “Greer Lankton: Could It Be Love” includes two dozen of Lankton’s photographs of her...

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

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Women's Bowling Placed Third at Duquesne Invitational

PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The Mercyhurst women's bowling traveled to Pittsburgh to participate in the Duquesne Invitational over the weekend. After finishing in 3rd at the Niagara Fall Open, the Lakers were looking to continue their strong play and have another strong finish before their first NEC tournament of the season.

Erie, PA · 1d

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Preparations Underway For Annual Veterans Day Parade

Butler County is once again preparing for the annual Veterans Day Parade. The parade will take place tomorrow on Main Street in Butler. It begins at 10:40 a.m. starting at the corner of Main and Penn Streets and heading south toward the Diamond. A moment of silence will be held...

Butler County, PA · 12h

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Actor with Pittsburgh roots tells his Shakespeare story on stage

Jacob Ming-Trent, who grew up in Pittsburgh, dropped out of high school three decades ago to pursue his acting dreams in New York City. He doesn’t regret it. But he also deeply appreciates the education in theater Pittsburgh gave him, and not just at Pittsburgh Public Schools’ High School for the Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA).

Pittsburgh, PA · 13h

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Taylor Swift-inspired restaurant Swiftee’s Lakeview opens at former Ferrante’s in Hempfield

Ferrante’s Lakeview has entered a new era — and Taylor Swift is part of the inspiration. A new full-service restaurant and lounge with tastefully themed nods to pop star Taylor Swift has opened in what was previously an outdated ballroom in the well-known wedding and event venue along Route 30 in Hempfield.

Hempfield Township, PA · 10d

CBS News

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Hundreds of fans gather to say goodbye to Donnie Iris

Pittsburgh, PA · 23h

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Blighted Moose building causing water damage to Greensburg dance studio, owner says

Kim Stewart just wants the water to stop. She has lost about half of her income at Sandra Lynn’s School of Dance in Greensburg while dealing with water she believes is entering her studio from a blighted property next door — the old Moose building. Stewart was paying...

Greensburg, PA · 4d

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Peoples Gas Holiday Market 2026 Grand Opening Day!

Head downtown to celebrate the Grand Opening of the 15th annual Peoples Gas Holiday Market on Friday, November 20th, the day before Highmark Light Up Night!. Jump-start your holiday shopping at the Grand Opening of the Peoples Gas Holiday Market™. Merriment abounds with fun- for-everyone entertainment, food, drinks, and more. Get into the holiday spirit with a hot mug of Glühwein or a delicious seasonal craft ale. Feel all the good feels as you break the ice with friends and family at the UPMC Ice Rink at PPG Place.

Pittsburgh, PA · 3d

Beaver County Times

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Beaver County plans events to observe Veterans Day 2026

Beaver County will salute its military veterans with some special events in honor of Veterans Day, Nov. 11 . Because Nov. 11 is also a federal holiday, the county courthouse and other government offices will be closed. There will be no U.S. mail delivery and many local banks will also be closed. Here are some of the events planned to honor veterans in and around Beaver County. State Sen. Elder Vogel Jr. and the Community College of Beaver County is serving a free breakfast to all veterans , active duty military and one guest at 9 a.m. Nov. 12 at the CCBC Dome. The Beaver County Veterans Day parade begins at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 11 at the Beaver County Courthouse along Third Street in Beaver. The parade is organized by the Unionville American Legion Post 512. Anyone still interested in participating in the parade should contact Bill Ehrman at 716-485-3712. Findlay Township is hosting a barbecue lunch for local veterans and their families on Nov. 10 at the Findlay Township activity center, 310 Main St. Doors open at 11 a.m. and a program will be provided by the West Allegheny High School Show Choir. Reservations were required by calling 724-695-0500,

Beaver County, PA · 4d

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Tribute ceremony honors Revolutionary War veterans in Somerset County; preserves heritage

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — As we continue to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday, the Daughters of the American Revolution held a special ceremony on Saturday in Somerset County. The three Revolutionary War veterans were laid to rest a long time ago, but the Forbes Road Chapter has...

Somerset County, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Donnie Iris’ family creates memorial at funeral home to allow fans, friends a chance to say goodbye

Friends and fans gathered at a funeral home in Beaver Falls to honor the local music legend.

Beaver Falls, PA · 4d

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Dukes Win First Home Invitational in Program History

Pittsburgh, Pa. – Thanks to a 3-0 record Sunday in bracket play, the Duquesne University bowling team claimed the team title at its first home invitational in program history, winning the Duquesne Invitational on Senior Day at Pines Plaza Lanes. Over the course of the competition, the Dukes posted a record of 8-4, evening their overall record during the 2026-27 season at 23-23 (.500).

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d