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Tastyland ice cream shop opening second location in Monroeville
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The popular ice cream shop Tastyland has announced it's expanding and adding a second location.The new location will be in Monroeville at the former Pro Bike + Run store along William Penn Highway near the Miracle Mile shopping center. The owners announced the news of their expansion on social media and said that they have 8-12 months work of getting permits and construction ahead of them and that getting the second location open is going to be a 'process.'An opening date for the Monroeville location hasn't been announced yet. Tastyland's original location has been open since the 1950's and is located along Route 66 in Greensburg.
Popular Greensburg ice cream shop opening new location in Pittsburgh area
Tastyland, a popular ice cream shop in Greensburg, is opening a second location. This one is a little closer to Pittsburgh. The second Tastyland will be located on William Penn Highway in Monroeville at the Miracle Mile Shopping Center.
Yet another grocer could be looking at entering the market
Another large grocer/retailer could be looking at moving in the Pittsburgh region. According to the Pittsburgh Business Times, Michigan-based Meijer is looking at possible locations for future sites in the area.
Pittsburgh considers sharpshooters in parks to reduce deer population
An expansion of Pittsburgh’s deer hunting program will bring limited archery into additional parks, and the city might bring in U.S. Department of Agriculture sharpshooters in some areas. The city last year launched a limited archery pilot program in Frick and Riverview parks. Thirty archers culled 108 deer and...
Pizza company chooses quality over rising costs
Mehmet B Eker started his career and passion in cooking over 16 years ago. His love for cooking started in Brooklyn New York at an international independant cuisine restaurant and expanded from there. In 2016, Eker's opened up Pizza Marsala Monroeville. From that day, Eker orders and uses most fresh ingrendients from flour to cheese. His chefs make their sauces and dough all from scratch sharing the ingredients and preparation with the chef at each Pizza Marsala location at one time.
Don't have a cow - hug a cow! Pittsburgh area farm offers a unique way to relieve stress
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Today, if you're feeling a little stressed, I've found a unique, outside-of-the-box approach to destressing. Now, don't have a cow, but use a cow to take all your worries away. Cow cuddling, or hug a cow, has been steadily gaining in popularity since the pandemic and there's a farm right here in the Pittsburgh area offering this special form of relief. It's quite an experience so leave your inhibitions in the car!I headed to Hickory Hearth Highlands in McDonald and that's where I met the cow, Ellie, and we hit it off, but we'll get to that in a moment. "It...
Kennywood's Thunderbolt celebrates its 100th season
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (KDKA) -- It was named the King of Coasters by the New York Times back in 1974 and earlier in May, the Thunderbolt officially opened for its 100th season at Kennywood. Brian Butko of the Heinz History Center is a fan of the Thunderbolt, but he says that the ride that is at the park now was a bit different back in 1924 when it opened. Originally the Thunderbolt was called the Pippin."The Pippin was really a twin of the Jack Rabbit," said Butko. "It went down into the ravine, only the station was a little different. At...
Things to Do in Pittsburgh This June
The 1955 musical comedy “Damn Yankees” brought baseball to Broadway, weaving a supernatural tale about the hard-luck Washington Senators and a devilish deal for glory on the diamond. This month, Little Lake Theatre Company will reverse that journey, bringing musical theater — including selections from “Damn Yankees” —...
Kenny Chesney concert policies announced for 'Sun Goes Down' tour at Pittsburgh's Acrisure Stadium
PITTSBURGH — Kenny Chesney returns to Pittsburgh on Saturday, and Acrisure Stadium officials are reminding fans about policies in place for the country music star's show. Lots will open at 1 p.m., followed by gates at 4 p.m. Parking options include the North Shore lots as well as the Champions Garage at West General Robinson Street and Tony Dorsett Drive.
Brides are Favoring Weddings with Color — Even in Their Gowns
You’ll likely see a lot of Pittsburgh brides wearing white at upcoming weddings, but you may also see them wearing pink or blue. Rebecca VanRyzin chose the “Charlotte” gown by Lazaro from Bridal Beginning for her Sept. 23 wedding to Andrew Hanus after searching for a year for the perfect look.
The Manhattans win Pittsburgh over again
THE MANHATTANS FEATURING GERALD ALSTON, FAR RIGHT. (PHOTOS BY BRETT D. ALLEN) The Manhattans featuring Gerald Alston were, “like you have never seen them before,” with a fantastic concert at the O’Reilly Theater on May 4, part of New Horizon Theater’s annual fundraiser. The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that hundreds came out to celebrate the occasion, as The Manhattans gave the crowd the original songs everybody knew and loved, along with some songs written by other well-known artists with accompaniment by the East Coast Connection Band.
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