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Pittsburgh City Paper launches program to turn old newspaper distribution boxes into public art

Pittsburgh City Paper has launched its “Adopt a Box” program, converting former newspaper distribution boxes into public art pieces across local neighborhoods. Many of the boxes had been discarded after the publication temporarily suspended operations at the start of the year. Under the new initiative, decorated boxes are being reinstalled in public areas, including one located at the corner of Forbes and Murray Avenues in Squirrel Hill. Artist Phil Seth created the first five boxes for the initiative. Organizers plan to expand the project across the city and surrounding communities as more sponsors join. Chris Maury, president of City Paper, said the program provides local businesses with an alternative channel for promotion while backing neighborhood artists. “We’re excited to give an opportunity for local organizations to get their name out and not have to pay Facebook for a chance of getting attention on their business and their brand, and we’re excited to have opportunities to support local art,” Maury said. Maury highlighted that the sponsorship model serves a dual purpose for the community and the publication. “You’re adopting to fund City Paper’s ability to bring that attention, and you’re funding a local artist at the same time to create public

Pittsburgh, PA · 6d

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Pittsburgh Holiday Glow event to feature holiday tree lighting ceremony, pop-up bar and more

SouthSide Works will host its annual Holiday Glow event on Saturday, Nov. 14. The free, all-ages event features a holiday tree-lighting ceremony in Town Square.

Pittsburgh, PA · 7d

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Mural of beloved priest being painted in Westmoreland County

A tribute to a beloved priest is going up in Westmoreland County.

Westmoreland County, PA · 13d

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Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive returns to Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh

The Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive is underway at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh

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Pittsburgh’s Steel City Cellar says “patrons wearing nzi symbols” will be denied entry after Htler costume wearing customer sparks backlash

Pittsburgh-based Steel City Cellar is facing online backlash [Representational Image] - Source: Unsplash/0xk Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based Steel City Cellar has responded to the outrage after a guest showed up wearing a H*tler costume during the comedy club’s opening night on Halloween. The claim originated from a Reddit post by u/OisinKaliszewski, who shared a photo of a woman dressed in a n*zi uniform. The Redditor alleged that the customer’s boyfriend dressed as Lindsay Clancy and had three children hanging from his neck. According to CNN, Clancy is a Massachusetts woman who received media...

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Opafe Bakery brings viral desserts to Pittsburgh

Opafe Bakery is drawing customers to a developing stretch of Pittsburgh’s South Side with European pastries, Asian-inspired flavors and fruit-shaped desserts that have gained attention on social media. The bakery opened Oct. 22 at 2720 Sidney St. in SouthSide Works, according to a community announcement. Its menu includes traditional...

Pittsburgh, PA · 7d

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This Middle-Of-Nowhere Pennsylvania Mexican Joint Serves Fantastic Fajitas

A shopping plaza in Mt. Pleasant might not be where you expect to find fajitas worth a special trip. But Margaritta’s Mexican Restaurant has diners praising its beef fajitas, generous chicken portions, and friendly owners who help give the spot its welcoming, neighborhood feel. The restaurant may not have the kind of location that immediately catches your attention, but the food has helped make it a place worth knowing about for local Mexican food fans.

Mt Pleasant, PA · 9d

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‘The Pitt’ to film at historic Pittsburgh restaurant

A historic restaurant on Pittsburgh’s North Side will close Thursday as the restaurant will be used to film a scene for ‘The Pitt."

Pittsburgh, PA · 12d

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Fiery escape: Pittsburgh magician pulls off Houdini stunt

Pittsburgh area magician Lee Terbosic managed to free himself from a straight jacket Friday night while dangling 100 feet above Arts Landing. Oh, and the rope that was holding him was burning through while Terbosic did it. The event, held in conjunction with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, was performed in...

Pittsburgh, PA · 9d

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Sharon native, Hollywood Walk of Fame star recipient, ‘The Lettermen’ founding member Tony Butala dies at 87

Tony Butala, a Sharon native and one of the founding members of chart-topping pop trio The Lettermen, has died, according to a post from the band's Facebook.

Sharon, PA · 8d

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Dining with Your Dog Made Easier at Local Spots

Daisy: “May I tag along? Please, please, please?”. Dog Mom: “Sure! Maybe you can even order something from the menu!”. These “conversations” are becoming more frequent between dogs and their parents, as dogs are hearing rumors that many Pittsburgh establishments are welcoming four-legged pals. While Allegheny...

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Oakmont kicks off 5th annual Gourds for Goats collection

Now that spooky season is over, Oakmont officials have started the annual call for gourd and pumpkin donations. The popular decorations will be sent to the community’s favorite group of goats at Capricious LLC, based in Beaver County. The goats, affectionately known as the “Munch Bunch,” were first hired...

Oakmont, PA · 7d

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Pittsburgh's first YangGuoFu Mala Tang restaurant to soft open in Squirrel Hill, November 8.

YangGuoFu (also known as YGF Malatang), a chain of build-your-own malatang bowls, will soft open its first Pittsburgh-area location in Squirrel Hill on Sunday, November 8. Founded in 2003 in Harbin, China, YGF Malatang began as a humble street-side stall built on one belief: great food should be fresh, flavorful, and uniquely yours. We handpicked ingredients, simmered broth daily, and let guests craft their own bowls — interactive, vibrant, and deeply personal. That founding spirit — individuality and flavor discovery — drives us today as we bring authentic Malatang to the Americas. At YGF, every bowl is crafted fresh and unmistakably yours.

Pittsburgh, PA · 9d

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Sweet Tillies in New Kensington brings back popular Thanksgiving-inspired turkey pastry

It’s a seasonal sellout meal with a turkey twist at a baklava-themed independent bakery in Downtown New Kensington. Now in its third season at Sweet Tillies, “The Pilgrim” ($16), is a hearty meal featuring turkey, homemade gravy, mashed potatoes and more. The quirky Thanksgiving-themed specialty is the...

New Kensington, PA · 9d

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This Pennsylvania Museum Has 3,000+ Works of Art, and Admission Is Usually Free

You don’t have to pay big-city museum prices to see an impressive collection of American art. In Greensburg, Pennsylvania, The Westmoreland Museum of American Art houses more than 3,000 works, and general admission and parking are usually free. About an hour east of Pittsburgh, the museum features paintings, sculptures,...

Greensburg, PA · 9d

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Warren Haynes Adds Dreams & Songs Symphonic Experience Dates (Plus: Bonus Video from Last Thursday’s Dream On Concert Appearance)

As previously announced, Warren Haynes will appear in Nashville on March 11 and 12, 2027 for his Dreams & Songs Symphonic Experience. These shows will feature Haynes and the Nashville Symphony performing music that spans his career including Gov’t Mule, Allman Brothers Band, The Dead and his solo albums.

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Florida Actor Makes PA Debut as Frank-N-Furter in Greensburg This Weekend

Greensburg Garden and Civic Center — Halloween Weekend Production Venue. A Florida actor is about to step into one of theater’s most flamboyant roles for his Pennsylvania stage debut, playing Dr. Frank-N-Furter in four Halloween weekend performances of Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show at the Greensburg Garden and Civic Center.

Greensburg, PA · 11d

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Donnie Iris: A Pittsburgh Rock Legend Remembered

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa.--Western Pennsylvania has lost one of its most recognizable musical voices. Donnie Iris, the Pittsburgh-area rock musician known for hits such as “Ah! Leah!,” “Love is Like a Rock and “The Rapper,” died Oct. 26 at the age of 83. Born Dominic Ierace, Iris spent decades building a musical legacy that reached far beyond Western Pennsylvania while remaining deeply connected to the communities where his career began.

Pittsburgh, PA · 11d

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