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‘Keep your eyes to the sky:’ Three Impact Days ahead in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh’s Action Weather meteorologist Ashley Dougherty had this advice to viewers this weekend: “Keep your eyes to the sky.”. In the Certified Most Accurate Forecast, Dougherty said Friday, Saturday and Sunday are all Impact Days. Dougherty said rain is expected Friday evening including scattered showers...
Woman found dead near Geneva College was stabbed multiple times; Arrest made
BEAVER FALLS, Pa. — An arrest has been made in the stabbing death of a woman whose body was found on a walking trail near Geneva College in January. The Beaver County District Attorney's Office confirms Tyrik Jones was taken into custody by Beaver Falls police and the Beaver County Detective Bureau.
As autistic children in Allegheny County face perils, high needs and waiting lists, providers look for solutions
When Kelly Cain, the mother of an autistic child in Pittsburgh, founded the Autism Caring Center in 2017, her goal was to help parents and families with autistic children feel like they had a safe place to receive support. What started as a resource for people who understood the ins and outs of autism grew into a mission to educate those in her larger community who didn’t.
Live Nation's Concert Week offers $25 tickets. Here's what you need to know
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Live Nation's Concert Week sale starts on Wednesday. It promises concerts and events for only $25 -- but does it only cost that much?Now in its 10th year, the Live Nation Concert Week is offering $25 tickets to more than 5,000 shows with dozens in our area. Some of the offers from May 8-14 include shows at Star Lake along with venues like the PPG Paints Arena and Roxian Theater."As with any shopping experience, you have to stay vigilant. Access your ticket information directly from Live Nation's Concert Week page," BBB public relations director Caitlin Driscoll said.For the...
City of Pittsburgh records lowest rate of workplace injuries
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - City of Pittsburgh officials are touting new data showing a drop in the injury rate for city employees.The city says this change is thanks to the real-time safety system.It trains employees on the steps to take to address any injuries, and it trains them on how to prevent those injuries from happening again."I also had a broader vision of what it means to be safe in our city. And that means, starting with all 3,600 of our city employees and wondering how we can keep them safe as they do critical work every single day," said Mayor Ed Gainey.The safety program has a goal of zero workplace injuries.
A ‘tip of the hat’ to guests who didn’t allow rain to dampen the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy hat luncheon
Under drizzle at times on a dreary Saturday afternoon in the heart of Schenley Park, guests brightened the day with the finest colorful and bold headwear. It was the 26th annual PNC Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Spring Hat Luncheon. A little precipitation didn’t deter this crowd. Members of this group were...
New aquatic-themed flower show opens in Pittsburgh this weekend
PITTSBURGH, Pa. (KDKA) — A lot is going on in Pittsburgh this weekend, from the Pirates starting a home stand at PNC Park to runners hitting the streets for the Pittsburgh Marathon. There is also a new flower show opening at Phipps Conservatory. The "Summer Flower Show: Under the Sea" officially opens on Saturday to the public. And while you won't need a swimsuit or snorkel for this show, you will catch a wave of ocean vibes if you decide to stop by.Mike Bechtel, the indoor display manager at Phipps, said that there is a lot to love about this new...
Pittsburgh man faces drug, fleeing charges after crash in Harmar turns up $15,000, 2,000 stamp bags
Harmar police are searching for a Pittsburgh man who, they say, had about 2,000 stamp bags of heroin or fentanyl and more than $15,000 in a vehicle he abandoned to flee from police. Romello Edward Jones, 25, is being charged with one felony count each of carrying a firearm without...
Autism Pittsburgh has program that provides live music experience
ROSS TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — Autism Pittsburgh has a program that provides live music experiences to people of all ages in a sensory-friendly and judgment-free environment. Azure Family Concerts is an environment where students of various age groups can have fun at a free concert. Anitra Birnbaum, executive director of Azure Family Concerts, created the experience where kids can express themselves free of judgment. "My oldest son has autism and, especially when he was younger, it was a real challenge to take him to a traditional concert because, like many people with autism and special needs, he was unable to stay still...
Going out green: Natural burials offer a time-tested alternative to the modern funeral
Steve Ball’s grave was marked not by a granite headstone or marble mausoleum upon the burial of his cremated remains last year, but a flat rock chipped into the shape of a heart. It came from his backyard in Pleasant Hills, where he kept bees and grew tobacco in...
Cookie Tables Can Be Beautiful — and Stress-Free
A cookie table is a must when it comes to Pittsburgh weddings. But the necessary element can also be a time-consuming one, which is why companies like Here for the Cookie Table and bakeries like Bella Christie’s Sweet Boutique can help with the process. Inspired by her own daughter’s...
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