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Pittsburgh-area restaurant closing after 48 years in business

A Pittsburgh-area restaurant is closing its doors after nearly five decades in business.

Pittsburgh, PA · 6h

gulfcoastnewsnow.com

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 · 15h

fastfoodclub.com

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Ask Around Western Pennsylvania And Locals Point You To These 8 Fish Fry Halls

In Western Pennsylvania, Friday during Lent means one thing for a lot of families: a trip to the fire hall or church basement for fried fish. These dinners are run by volunteers, priced for real neighborhoods, and packed with people who have been coming for years. The best ones rarely...

Western Pennsylvania, PA · 13h

KDKA News Radio

Pgh. restaurant apologizes for 'hurtful' naming of menu item

Pittsburgh restaurant Joey's Rusty Nail apologizes for controversial "plantation chicken" special, changes name after community feedback.

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

hoodline.com

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's Beloved Nutcracker Takes Its Final Bow This December

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre is closing the book on one of the city's most cherished holiday traditions this December, staging the final run of its current version of “The Nutcracker” before retiring it for good. The company has scheduled 24 performances between Dec. 4 and Dec. 27 at the Benedum Center, bringing down the curtain on a production that has defined the season for Pittsburgh audiences for years.

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

Ill-fated: A timeline of the Pittsburgh Mills mall

The expected purchase of the Pittsburgh Mills mall by Virginia-based real estate firm Comstock Holding Cos. is the latest chapter in the mall’s checkered history, which can be traced back more than 40 years. A timeline of the development in Frazer:. 1981: Johnstown-based shopping center developer George Zamias announces...

WPXI Pittsburgh

Mini mart & chicken restaurant can’t serve food after being issued consumer alert

Until the consumer alert is removed, the facility cannot prepare or serve any foods. It can only sell pre-packaged foods.

Allegheny County, PA · 14h

fastfoodclub.com

Some Of Pennsylvania’s Best Pierogies Come From These Seven Shops

Pennsylvania takes its pierogies seriously, and plenty of families can name their favorite shop faster than their favorite sports team. These little dumplings stuffed with potato, cheese, sauerkraut, and a lot more show up at church sales, festivals, and kitchen tables across the state. The shops on this list make...

Pennsylvania · 2d

fastfoodclub.com

Steel Workers Once Packed Primanti’s Rivals, But Pittsburgh’s Pamela’s Diner Won Their Breakfast Loyalty

Pittsburgh earned the nickname Steel City through hard work, early shifts, and a deep respect for a hearty first meal. In the busy Strip District, one small breakfast spot draws a line before the doors even unlock at 8 AM, and that line can stretch to 40 people on a snowy morning.

WPXI Pittsburgh

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Big Shot Bob’s location shut down over active sewage backup

The restaurant will remain closed until the backup is addressed and the area is disinfected/sanitized, among other requirements.

Allegheny County, PA · 14h

USA TODAY

Pittsburgh restaurants offer Veterans Day food freebies, discounts

Veterans Day is coming up, and numerous restaurants are offering freebies and discounts to honor those who served. The holiday falls on Wednesday, Nov. 11 and honors veterans and active service members. To celebrate, many chain restaurants offer special deals each year, and 2026 is no exception. Whether you're looking for a discounted coffee or a free entree at a sit-down restaurant, there are plenty of options to choose from. Here's a look at what you'll find in the Pittsburgh area. 2026 Veterans Day food deals in Pittsburgh Numerous restaurants are offering Veterans Day deals on Nov. 11. While not every location will ask for an ID, it's a good idea to bring your military or veteran ID in case it's requested. Here's a list of places in the Pittsburgh area offering special deals for Veterans Day, according to RestaurantNews.com : 7 Brew: Veterans can get 50% off any drink on Veterans Day. Applebee's: Veterans, active-duty military, reserves and National Guard members can get a complimentary full-size entrée when they dine in at Applebee's on Veterans Day. Bob Evans: Bob Evans is offering a free meal from a special Veterans Day menu for veterans and active-duty military. Bonefish Grill: Veterans,

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

myfamilytravels.com

Pennsylvania Discount Warehouse Has 30,000 Square Feet of Unexpected Finds and Bargains

Burn barrels, old-time candy, couches, and flats of flowers can all end up on the same shopping trip here. That mix alone makes me curious. This Pennsylvania warehouse sells furniture, hardware, household goods, snacks, and seasonal decor. It also has greenhouses packed with plants every spring. I like how nothing...

Murrysville, PA · 1d

WPXI Pittsburgh

Check your tickets: $770K-winning lottery ticket sold at Pittsburgh-area Giant Eagle to expire soon

The unclaimed Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket was sold at the Giant Eagle on Butler Plank Road in Shaler Township for the drawing on Dec. 21, 2025. The ticket matched all five balls drawn: 11-20-31-36-38.

Allegheny County, PA · 2d

fastfoodclub.com

Inside Pittsburgh’s Original Oyster House, The Fish Sandwich Still Hangs Off The Plate Like It Did In 1870

Some Pittsburgh lunches come with a side of history, and one downtown counter has been serving that pairing since 1870. The star is a fried fish sandwich so big the bun barely covers half of it. Locals have been ordering it for generations, and first-timers often hear about it from...

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

everafterinthewoods.com

This Gorgeous Pennsylvania Seafood Market Is Worth Every Mile In 2027

A life-size bronze pig named Rachael stands inside this fish market, and she collects donations for kids. Above the shoppers, a model train runs its route near the ceiling. Somewhere nearby, a stuffed bear named Bill wears the store’s own apparel. I love that the quirky stuff is only...

Pittsburgh, PA · 2d

fastfoodclub.com

Grab A Stool At Hot Dog Shoppe In Butler, Where Western Pennsylvania Has Eaten Chili Dogs Since 1945

Some lunch spots chase trends, and some just keep doing the same thing year after year until the whole town knows the order by heart. In Butler, Pennsylvania, one small counter has been handing out chili dogs since 1945. It sits in a building that looks like it once served...

Butler, PA · 2d

myfamilytravels.com

Pennsylvania Bakery Started With 90 Loaves a Day and Now Produces More Than 10,000 After 100 Years

From just 90 loaves a day to more than 10,000, a Pennsylvania bakery has spent an entire century turning a modest family business into a regional institution. Founded in 1926 by an Italian immigrant, the operation began in a single room and grew into a major bread producer. Today, the...

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The Hidden Pennsylvania Botanical Garden That Feels Like Stepping Into A Living Wonderland

Oakdale, Pennsylvania has been quietly sitting on one of the most breathtaking secrets in the entire state, and the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden is that secret. Most people have no idea this place exists, and honestly, that makes visiting it feel like finding a twenty-dollar bill in a coat you forgot about, except better, and significantly more fragrant.

Oakdale, PA · 16h

CBS Pittsburgh

What roads will close in Downtown Pittsburgh for the Veterans Day parade

The Veterans Day parade will roll through Downtown Pittsburgh on Saturday morning, leading to road closures.

Pittsburgh, PA · 1d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW