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In Philly, demand is ‘overwhelming’ for Pa.’s LIHEAP air conditioner program
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. Kimyatta Connor does not have any air conditioning in her two-story home in Philadelphia’s Hunting...
Aqua Pennsylvania Debuts ‘Sure Splash’ Program
Aqua Pennsylvania supports water safety with a $50,000 investment through its Essential Foundation under the Sure Splash initiative. Aqua Pennsylvania, an Essential Utilities company, is helping more families be safe and sure while they enjoy the water this summer through a $50,000 investment in community-based water safety programs. The donations were made through the company’s Essential Foundation as part of Aqua’s new Sure Splash initiative.
PREVIEW: Jonah’s Call Anglican Church moves to the Northside
On May 5 Jonah’s Call Anglican Church moved into its new location at 907 Middle St. The move converted Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church to an Anglican Church that traces its “spiritual heritage back through the historic Church of England,” according to the church’s website. “Jonah’s Call” is in reference to the Prophet Jonah, “who was called upon to preach the news of God’s love to a city that needed to hear it,” according to Jonah 3:1-10 in the Bible.
Developers blame city for delays in big Bakery Square expansion
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- After newly two years of seeking the necessary approvals, a half a billion-dollar development to bring new housing, offices and stores to East Liberty is still on hold. The city planning commission this week once again delayed final approval of Walnut Capital's plans to double the size of Bakery Square. The development would bring sorely needed new jobs and residents to Pittsburgh but developers say the city has hit them with more than a year of delays. When Google took over the Nabisco plant 14 years ago, Bakery Square was born, the tech giant spawning a new development of...
6,300 University of Pittsburgh staffers gain chance to join Steelworkers union
Jul. 26—For University of Pittsburgh staff who watched as 3,400 faculty colleagues gained collective bargaining rights a few years back, what's coming in the mail soon represents their own moment of choice. The Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board will oversee another union election at Pitt. This time, it's for 6,300 staff. Ballots for the month-long voting will be mailed out on Aug. 15. They ...
Forward march! Woodland Hills High School band prepare for upcoming season
PITTSBURGH — The first day of school is just around the corner, as thousands of kids prepare to go back to the classroom across Western Pennsylvania. This also means high school bands have been taking steps to get ready for the upcoming season. Woodland Hills High School, in particular,...
Study: These Three Factors Make Chester County the State’s Best Place to Live
Chester County is the best county to live in Pennsylvania, according to recently published rankings by 24/7 Wall Street that use data from the Human Development Index (HDI). The HDI is a composite of life expectancy, education, and per-capita-income indicators, which are used to rank countries into four tiers of human development.
Fabric Health reinvents the laundromat experience in Pittsburgh communities
EDGEWOOD, Pa. (KDKA) -- For many, when you think of the laundromat, it's a place you go to to get a necessary chore done, but for some, it's a place to connect and chat, and now, it's becoming a place to better yourself and your family.Fabric Health noticed that laundromats like the one at the Edgewood Towne Center are always busy."It seems like a really odd place, right? But we've identified that laundromats are the best places to reach people," said Rachael Herbert-Nalevanko, outreach lead for Fabric Health.Every day, you'll find them answering questions and providing information on anything about...
Steelers veteran believes undrafted rookie is 'going to be a great player'
It's not often that an undrafted rookie makes enough of an impression to earn reps with the first-team defense to start training camp, but that's exactly what is happening in Pittsburgh.Undrafted rookie cornerback Beanie Bishop has been one of the biggest stars of Steelers training camp thus far, flashing his coverage ability over the first two days. My thoughts on Day 2 of #Steelers training camp. When will QB Russell Wilson return and who’s standing out? pic.twitter.com/Pjzha9YppL— Aaron Becker (@Aaron_M_Becker) July 26, 2024 Bishop hasn't just impressed his coaches, either. Veteran safety DeShon Elliott believes Bishop's NFL future is looking bright."He's doing...
Steelers rookie LB draws early glowing reviews
Steelers rookie linebacker Payton Wilson has caught the attention of fans as the first player to take the field on the first two days of training camp.Now he's starting to catch the attention of his teammates on the field. Veteran safety DeShon Elliott raved about the rookie on Friday."He might be the most mature rookie when it comes to preparation," Elliott said. "He's a freak athlete. He's really smart. He learns from his mistakes, and he doesn't repeat them twice."Wilson, the No. 98 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, may be Pittsburgh's most athletic linebacker since Ryan Shazier.The NC...
Pirates Interest in Another Marlin Portends Possible Blockbuster Trade
MLB insider Ken Rosenthal reports that the Pittsburgh Pirates are scouting Miami Marlins outfielder Bryan De La Cruz. This comes on the heels of news that the Pirates have shown interest in another Marlins outfielder, Jazz Chisholm Jr. For the Pirates to go all-in on the National League Wild Card race, they need to add two outfield bats. Perhaps they’ll fill those needs with one trade.
Pirates designate LHP for assignment again as part of shuffle
The Pirates announced that infielder/outfielder Ji Hwan Bae has been recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis and right-hander Hunter Stratton has been reinstated from the 15-day injured list. They opened one roster spot yesterday by placing outfielder Bryan Reynolds on the bereavement list and opened another today by designating left-hander Josh Fleming for assignment.
Paul Skenes towers over country music star in viral photo
Paul Skenes is one tall dude, especially compared to non-baseball players. The Pittsburgh Pirates rookie phenom Skenes went viral this week over his photo with country music star Kenny Chesney. In the photo, which Skenes posted to his Instagram Story, he was towering way above Chesney. Check it out. Paul Skenes vibing with Kenny Chesney... The post Paul Skenes towers over country music star in viral photo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
PHOTOS: Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for 2024 NFL season at training camp
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson fields questions from the media during training camp on July 26, 2024. Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan answers questions from the media during the team's training camp sessions in Latrobe, Pa. on July 25, 2024. Pittsburgh Steelers rookie offensive lineman, Troy Fautanu, the 20th overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft, reports for his first NFL training camp on July 24, 2024. A giant Terrible Towel hangs at The Fred Rogers Institute on the Saint Vincent College campus on July 26, 2024.
Reynolds out for at least three games, Bucs make several moves
The Pirates made several roster moves official before they kick off a road trip in Arizona against the Diamondbacks. The Pirates placed left fielder Bryan Reynolds on the MLB Bereavement List on Thursday.
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