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1926: A Well-Attended Dedication Ceremony is Held for the Armstrong Tunnel in Pittsburgh

In Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County, hundreds of people showed up for the official dedication of a still-incomplete vehicular tunnel in Pittsburgh. This tunnel serves as a link between Second Avenue at the South Tenth Street Bridge and – via a section underneath Duquesne University and the Steel City neighborhood known as the Bluff – the portion of Forbes Avenue that is flanked by Boyd Street and Chatham Square.

Pittsburgh, PA · 7d
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Four academic programs cut by Trustee vote

Cuts to academic programs are striking universities across the country and Point Park is no exception. This weekend, the university eliminated four degree programs following a vote conducted by the Board of Trustees — a decision some students said is disappointing, but expected. Dropped programs include the bachelor’s degree...

Pittsburgh, PA · 8d
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Women's Bowling Completes First Day of Duquesne Invite

PITTSBURGH, Pa. — The Daemen women's bowling team opened the first of three days of action at the Duquesne Invite on Friday, competing in five Baker Format matches. The Wildcats began the day falling to Mercyhurst, 1007-844. The Wildcats then dropped a match to Adelphi, 1037-897. Daemen earned its first tournament win by defeating Howard, 897-736. The team then fell to Maryland Eastern Shore (988-895) before wrapping up the day with a loss to Coppin State, 891-809.

Pittsburgh, PA · 6d
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Highlights from The 2026 Hellbender Ball: The Creature from the Mon

WYEP wrapped their annual Hellbender Ball featuring five Pittsburgh musicians performing as their favorite artists. "The Creature from the Mon" took place Oct. 24, 2026, at Thunderbird Music Hall.

Pittsburgh, PA · 7d
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Ebensburg ‘Christmas 1776’ parade seeking greater float, vehicle, participant entries

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Ebensburg annual Christmas parade is seeking participants for this year’s event, which is themed “Christmas 1776,” on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 11 a.m. Parade entrants can include vehicles, floats, first responder vehicles, dance and/or walking groups and more. Monetary prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place […]

Ebensburg, PA · 9d

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Local Shows In Pittsburgh To Check Out This November

With Thanksgiving around the corner, here’s one thing to be thankful for—local shows! From the 4th annual Beasts of the Burgh at Crafthouse to The Clarks playing back to back nights at Jergels, here’s a list of local shows to check out in November!. Like Roses/Heading North/Ausinette.

Pittsburgh, PA · 8d

KDKA News Radio

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Thomas Jefferson xylophone player goes viral with 'Thunderstruck'

Thomas Jefferson High School senior's incredible AC/DC "Thunderstruck" rendition goes viral, captivating audiences online.

Pittsburgh, PA · 7d

KDKA News Radio

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Pittsburgh to honor 'King Cool' Donnie Iris on November 9

Celebrate Pittsburgh music legend Donnie Iris, "King Cool," at a free event sharing memories, stories, and his enduring impact on the music community.

Pittsburgh, PA · 10d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Voters turn down Vandergrift library tax referendum

Vandergrift voters rejected the idea of a library tax. Because the library is partially funded by the borough, the tax would have earmarked some tax money for the exclusive use of the Vandergrift Public Library, said Vandergrift Councilwoman Marilee Kessler. A ballot question that would have allowed the borough to...

Vandergrift, PA · 9d

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Pittsburgh’s Clara Kent on mortality, marginalization and music in the age of AI

This story is the last installment of our series and podcast, “Taking the Mic,” about women in Pittsburgh’s music industry. You can subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple — and read the stories we’ve published week by week at wesanews.org. Click “Listen” above...

Pittsburgh, PA · 8d

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Citizens Live at the Wylie Fills a Gap in the Music Scene

It is rare for Pittsburgh to get a new music venue, but in 2026, Citizens Live at the Wylie opened in the Lower Hill District to fill in a gap for a year-round, indoor music venue. We got the chance to check this one out for the opening night show...

Pittsburgh, PA · 8d

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Must-See Pittsburgh: Call Board for November 2026

With news about: PBT ‘Nutcracker’ Finale; Sold-Out Speed the Musical at Glitterbox; ‘The Wolves’ at Little Lake, Go See a Show Discounts; & More. News: Broadway and West End’s Darren Lee to Direct and Choreograph ‘Miss Saigon’ for Pittsburgh Musical Theater. Preview: The...

Pittsburgh, PA · 8d

NewsNation

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‘Thunderstruck’: Pittsburgh high’s school band member’s ‘AC/DC’ performance goes viral

Clark can be seen leading the band’s rendition of the song on the xylophone.

Jefferson Hills, PA · 10d

Onward State

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Penn State Professor Revisits 1976 Entebbe Raid In New Documentary ‘To Kill A Nazi’

The film will be screened as an official selection of the Centre County Film Festival on Friday at noon.

Penn, PA · 8d

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Krampus Fest Ditches the Cold, Moves Its Horned Chaos Into Hofbräuhaus

Pittsburgh's horned holiday troublemaker is getting a roof over his head this year. The city's 12th annual Krampus Fest will take place on Friday, Dec. 4, 2026, at Hofbräuhaus in the South Side, with general admission free to attend. Organizers relocated the festival to the larger indoor venue to...

Pittsburgh, PA · 8d

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Pittsburgh City Paper Turns Old Newspaper Boxes Into Public Art Across Squirrel Hill

Forbes Ave. & Murray Ave. — Reported Decorated City Paper Box. Pittsburgh City Paper has found a second life for the metal boxes that once held its print editions on street corners across the city. The publication has launched an Adopt a Box program that converts former newspaper distribution boxes into public art pieces, reinstalling the decorated boxes in public areas rather than letting them sit forgotten in storage.

Pittsburgh, PA · 9d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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Murrysville area: Veterans Day events, blood drive, book sale, more

The AMVETS Post 85 will hold the following events in observance of Veterans Day on Nov. 7 throughout Murrysville, Delmont and Export:. • Eastview Cemetery honor roll, 339 E. Pittsburgh St., Delmont, 9 a.m. • Honor roll at Delmont borough building, 77 Greensburg S., at 9:15 a.m. • First Presbyterian...

Murrysville, PA · 8d

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Billy Porter’s new Audacity Project builds a pipeline for Pittsburgh youth in film and TV

For three decades Pittsburgh native Billy Porter has been a powerful motivational presence in theater, music and film. With his new Audacity Project initiative, the Grammy/Emmy/three-time Tony Award winner hopes to provide young people with a smooth pathway into the business of show business. Audacity Project is a workforce training...

Pittsburgh, PA · 8d

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Shaler Area Choir Director in the spotlight at Allegheny County Chorus Festival

On October 14, Shaler Area Choir Students participated in the 4th Annual Allegheny County Chorus Festival at Gateway High School. Seventeen students from the Honors Chamber Choir and All-State Honors Women’s Chorus were chosen to participate in two choirs. The Treble Choir was a Soprano/Soprano/Alto (SSA) group while the Mixed Choir was a Soprano/Alto/Tenor/Bass (SATB) ensemble.

Allegheny County, PA · 8d