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‘Brown Mamas Weekend’ Aims to Empower Black Mothers
Black moms from around Pittsburgh — and the nation — are gathering this weekend to shine a spotlight on what it means to be a Black mother. Brown Mamas was founded by CEO Muffy Medoza in 2012 to bring together other Black moms she could relate to; she had just moved back to Pittsburgh from New York City and was looking for community and support.
Ticket to hide: Ross woman's PNC Park experience came with obstructed view
Jul. 23—Like many baseball fans, Danielle Jones' first visit to PNC Park on Saturday night left her in awe. For Jones, though, it was for all the wrong reasons. Jones, of Ross, spent $62 on a seat at the game to see her daughter, Taylor, who was attending as part of a contingent of University of Pittsburgh cheerleaders, participating in gameday activities. On game night, Jones made her way to ...
Pirates shouldn't be afraid to use former No. 1 pick as trade bait for Jazz Chisholm
If you had this on your bingo card for the 2024 season, you are a better scout than most baseball minds. We are one week away from MLB's trade deadline, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are in contention. Not only are they in the thick of the playoff race, but they are also in a position to be buyers by the deadline.
Police: Officer shoots man who fired at police in Pittsburgh's Garfield neighborhood
PITTSBURGH — Investigators said a man was shot by a Pittsburgh police officer after firing "multiple rounds" at police who responded to a domestic call in the city's Garfield neighborhood Tuesday morning. Sitting on his porch just a block away from where police say they were involved in the...
Inspections of Valley's bankrupt hospitals find failed equipment, questionable kitchens
A court-appointed inspector to ensure proper patient care at the 131 facilities operated by bankrupt Steward Health Care is giving a mixed review of Steward’s three hospitals in the Valley. In a report filed in bankruptcy court, Ombudsman Suzzane Koenig spoke with administrators of employees from Trumbull Regional Medical...
Shapiro Administration Secures $500 Million for Interstate 83 John Harris Memorial (South) Bridge, Largest Federal Transportation Grant Ever Received in Pennsylvania
The Governor and PennDOT Secretary Carroll have advocated for this federal funding for the last year and a half – and this investment from the Biden Administration to replace the South Bridge is the largest grant in state history for a transportation project. The South Bridge carries more than...
Federal dollars driving energy policy in Pa. toward solar, hydrogen
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Police chiefs from around the Commonwealth arrive for annual conference
Police chiefs from across Pennsylvania are in Erie for an annual education and training conference. The executive director of the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association said the chiefs are learning leadership skills and how to handle civil disobedience. He said it’s important that proper leadership is established in today’s environment...
Shapiro on VP shortlist; Philly Olympians; Pissed at Parker office mandate | Morning roundup
Why is Josh Shapiro a frontrunner to be the next VP?. Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro is a top contender for vice president under Kamala Harris. What would he bring to the ticket?. Meanwhile, Mayor Parker joined a long list of national and local politicians who are endorsing Kamala Harris in her bid for the presidency.
Pennsylvania Churches Unite to Address Zimbabwe Hunger Crisis
People in Zimbabwe are facing a hunger crisis amid the worst drought in several decades, and churches in the U.S. are stepping up to help. The Nyadire Connection, a faith-based nonprofit founded by individuals from a network of United Methodist churches in Pittsburgh, has been in partnership with the United Methodist Nyadire Mission community for 18 years. Hearing of the calamities befalling their friends, The Nyadire Connection began working to raise money to provide food support.
Sam’s Club Is Making Major Changes That Will Affect Its PA Members
Sam’s Club members in Pennsylvania need to be on the lookout for some major changes coming to the store in the near future. Across the state of Pennsylvania, there are 24 Sam’s Club locations and people in our area really tend to love it. You can find just...
Lumos Announces Inaugural Expansion Into Ohio With a $230M Investment to Build 100% Fiber-Optic Internet Across the Mahoning Valley
Lumos will begin construction in Mahoning and Trumbull County, bringing cutting-edge 100% Fiber Internet to the Mahoning Valley. Lumos, a leading 100% Fiber-Optic Internet and Total Home Wi-Fi service provider in the Mid-Atlantic, today announced its expansion into the state of Ohio with a $230 million investment to build nearly 2,000 miles of its 100% Fiber Optic network, providing homes and small businesses in Mahoning and Trumbull County with access to life-changing internet.
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