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Last Days Before the Invasion Begins
In late June friends of mine wondered why they hadn’t seen any spotted lanternflies this year. Are the invasive bugs gone? Not at all! The nymphs are present but they can’t fly yet. Last weekend I saw the first warning that we’re in the last days — a week, maybe two — before the spotted lanternfly invasion begins. I saw a red nymph.
Creating their own celebration - Pittsburghers flock to buy fireworks ahead of the holiday
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Tomorrow is the Fourth of July and backyard celebration planning is coming right down to the wire. We're a fireworks-crazy community and since the bigger ones have become legal around here, people have become very specific. Sure, there's the big community fireworks show, but these days, plying the aisles of Phantom Fireworks has become a tradition because no matter how good the burgers are the celebration has to include the fireworks. Melissa Thompson-Schaller made the drive up the Allegheny to New Kensington from Springdale to bring her boys to the fireworks shop. "They like the mortars, I think that's pretty much...
Rebounding Pittsburgh airport pledges shorter security wait times at new terminal
Jul. 2—Pittsburgh International Airport marked a milestone on June 24 when security agents handled more passengers on a single day than ever before. Nearly 20,000 people flowed through the checkpoint that Monday, according to airport spokesman Bob Kerlik. Some passengers reportedly waited well over two hours in the security line that stretched far into the hallway entering the landside ...
About 100,000 blue catfish stocked in Ohio River for future anglers to catch
Anglers in the Pittsburgh area may be catching 50-to 60-pound blue catfish several years from now as part of an ongoing reintroduction effort of this native species of fish. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is in its second year of stocking blue catfish in the Ohio River in the Point State Park area of Pittsburgh and Sewickley.
Stuntpig Now Open in Squirrel Hill
Popular Pittsburgh food truck Stuntpig has officially opened their own brick-and-mortar. Known for their smoked meats and classic sandwiches, Stuntpig has been rolling around town since 2020, serving up favorites like the ‘Mr. Orange,’ (smoked and pulled chicken, piri piri sauce, cucumbers, and chimichurri aioli), the ‘Murray Turkey,’ (house-smoked turkey, Romesco sauce, greens, shaved vegetables, and shallot vinaigrette), the ‘Mr. Nice Guy,’ (crabcake, arugula, Old Bay aioli, and grilled lemon), and the ‘Madonia’s Muffuletta,’ (house-cured ham, hot soppressata, mortadella, pepperoni, smoked provolone and olive salad), served on breads from Allegro Hearth Bakery, with gluten-free options from Wild Rise Bakery.
Things to Do in Pittsburgh This July
Despite the generational gap between the artists, seeing their work next to each other seems natural. Throughout the exhibition “KAWS + Warhol,” part of The Andy Warhol Museum’s 30th anniversary celebration, you’ll find examples from the Pop Art legend juxtaposed with that of contemporary Brooklyn-based artist KAWS.
Pieces of Kennywood's Thunderbolt mural hit the auction block
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Want to own a piece of Kennywood history? Parts of the iconic Thunderbolt mural are hitting the auction block.To celebrate the wooden roller coaster's 100th birthday, the park is creating a new mural. Six pieces of the old one are now available at an online auction running through Sunday, July 7. Proceeds of the auction will go to the nonprofit 412 Food Rescue, which prevents extra food from going to waste by giving it to other nonprofit partners that serve those in need.According to the auction site, the pieces are valued between $1,500 and $2,000. The mural is from 2002.Over...
Celebrating Black Music Month: Pittsburgh's rising stars
Jul. 1—June was Black Music Month, and Pittsburgh has no shortage of talent. Black Music Month honors the contributions, creativity and individuality of Black musicians who have shaped American music across all genres. Pittsburgh has birthed greats like Mary Lou Williams, Art Blakey, Lena Horne and Erroll Garner. Here are a few local Black musicians you can add to your playlist today. ...
Landscaping goats get loose in Oakmont neighborhood
OAKMONT (KDKA) -- A woman walking her dog in Oakmont suddenly had some surprise guests. She found herself shepherding a herd of goats around the neighborhood. Oakmont is known for its world-famous golf course, but Monday morning, a group of gallivanting goats decided to make a getaway and galloped all over the neighborhood and people say it's not the first time.Lori Stofman of Oakmont was out and about around 7 when Stofman and her pup were joined by new four-legged friends: a gang of goats on the lam."When they saw my puppy, they were infatuated by her and so they just...
Pet of the Week: Pico De Gato
Meet Pico De Gato — the fluffiest salsa ever. Oops we mean cat! Pico De Gato came to us at nine-years-old after being found as a stray. He is a lovely boy who enjoys attention and pets from everyone! However, he can get a bit overwhelmed by love very easily. Pico would like to live in a home with no feline friends and be the only pet in the home.
NCLGS summer meeting brings together decision makers at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh
The forthcoming National Council of Legislators from Gaming States Summer Meeting might seem like a gathering of policy wonks and government officials. But a look at the conference through a wider lens reveals an agenda that closely mirrors the concerns of the gaming industry. NCLGS President Shawn Fluharty says the organization has increasingly tried to be more in step with critical issues that affect operators, manufacturers, and patrons.
More than just a hobby, Clay Pittsburgh takes pottery to the next level | KD Sunday Spotlight
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - According to the United States GDP, the arts made up more than $1 trillion of the U.S. economy, in 2022. So, this Sunday, we're taking a closer look at the arts, specifically the art of pottery.Like people need water to live Daniel Vito needs pottery to thrive. He started making clay pots in 1972 and hasn't stopped since. With laughter, Vito said, "At the end of the day, you may have a pile of paper on your desk, but at the end of the day I've got a pile of pots. That's a lot more meaningful." He...
Review: The Beach Boys are fun, fun, fun in rare outdoor Pittsburgh show
If you experienced the Brian Wilson shows over the past decade-plus, you know there was an emotional wallop seeing the frail, troubled Beach Boys icon getting through a show with occasional flashes of the old brilliance. The Mike Love version of the Beach Boys - which legally is the Beach...
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