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Masses of lanternflies appearing as rain on radar in Pittsburgh area
If you’ve looked at your weather app the last several days, you may have noticed a “blob” of green on the radar right over the city that doesn’t move. At first glance, it appears to be light to moderate rain, but it’s actually not even weather related!
Shots fired near Woodland Hills-Penn Hills high school football game
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Shots were fired near the Woodland Hills and Penn Hills high school football game in Turtle Creek at The Wolvarena on Friday night.Turtle Creek Mayor Adam Forgie said the shots were fired at a pharmacy down the street and heard by the crowd at The Wolvarena, the home stadium for Woodland Hills High School. That is when chaos ensued, as spectators began running for the exits."It did cause the students to freak out, and rightfully so, when they heard the shots," the mayor told KDKA-TV. "And more or less what I understand, it was a stampede of...
Pittsburgh Soul Food Festival returns for Labor Day weekend
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Market Square and several blocks of the Boulevard of the Allies are full of soul food this Labor Day weekend. Officially named A Soulful Taste of the Burgh, the festival is all about soul food, which organizers say is a staple of the Black community. "So soul food is the traditional African American food that we were raised on based on our slavery. So that is wings and ribs and mac and cheese and greens and pineapples, stuff like that. A variety of different foods," explained B. Marshall, producer of Soulful Taste of the Burgh.Chicken wings are a classic example of good soul food. Frank Smith runs his food truck around Pittsburgh and says he has the best."All natural ingredients, that's why we have the best wings in the city. We don't say it, the people do," Smith said. There's also more beyond soul food. There's also Asian, Greek, Indian and even carnival food. Last year, according to VisitPittsburgh, the festival pumped over $1 million a day back into the economy.
WWII ship attracting visitors along North Shore
A World War II ship stationed along the North Shore began attracting visitors Thursday, a day ahead of formal tours. Lynn Baer, 63, came from Moon to see a piece of history — LST 325 — a landing ship tank that ferried soldiers and equipment into combat. Standing...
World War II tank landing ship docks on Pittsburgh's North Shore for tours
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- An incredible piece of American history that played a major role in the Allied powers' victory in World War II sailed into Pittsburgh on Wednesday.The USS LST-325 is docked at North Shore Riverfront Park, and the crew is preparing to open tours for people who want to get on board and go back in time."It looks very much like the first one I was on," said Bill Jakovac of Allison Park, who served 20 years in the Navy. The massive ship brought back memories for Jakovac. He served his country on two LSTs."It's nice to see something from...
Pittsburgh's North Side, North Shore packed with events Labor Day weekend
Aug. 29—Pittsburgh's North Shore and North Side will be bustling with activity for Labor Day weekend starting with the annual Kickoff and Rib Festival near Acrisure Stadium, which opens Thursday. There's also a University of Pittsburgh football game, TacoMania Super Fest and a Green Day concert this weekend. Additionally, the USS LST 325, a landing ship tank that was involved in the invasion ...
Pennsylvania Town Ranks High for Quality of Life, U.S. News Says
Quality of life is important. Wherever you live, you want to really enjoy your environment and lifestyle. As it turns out, one Pennsylvania town has been named one of the best for quality of life in America, according to experts. It’s a popular town, too, so it shouldn’t be too surprising that this one made the cut. It’s pretty incredible to think that this town is the No. 1 for quality of life, though, over any other U.S. city.
Monday, it’s Pittsburgh’s Labor Day Parade
Monday’s holiday will be marked Downtown in a big way by Pittsburgh’s venerable Labor Day Parade. People who regularly walk or march or drive in it and those who regularly watch it know the route: from Centre Avenue (near Washington Place) over to Grant Street and then on down the Boulevard of the Allies to Stanwix Street starting at 10 a.m. Monday.
Sheetz in Youngwood to close
YOUNGWOOD, Pa. (KDKA) -- The Sheetz in the center of Youngwood is about to close, and the community is not happy about it. The Sheetz in Youngwood, Pennsylvania, along Route 119 has stood proudly for over 22 years and during that time it has given its customers a place to not only fill up their cars but to grab a bite to eat before getting back on the road.To the naked eye it would not appear that the location is lacking in business. In fact, the facility and pumps were remodeled just four years ago. But all the same, the Youngwood...
Affordable-ish Housing in Pittsburgh: Less than average edition
So, what constitutes “affordable” in Pennsylvania, anyway? I’m asking because I have no idea. Pennsylvania is a big state — almost 13 million people, 19 electoral votes, the prize of the Rust Belt. It includes old-money Main Line Philadelphia suburbs, decaying industrial behemoths like Johnstown, forgotten...
Plum considering policy on memorials following pleas from grieving mother
A Plum mother still grieving the death of her son two years ago says a proposed school district policy on memorials is not perfect, but it’s a start. “I do think they are trying,” Jennifer Martinez said. Martinez called for the district to develop a policy after finding...
Mayor Ed Gainey launches re-election campaign
Aug. 30—Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey has launched a re-election campaign. The first-term mayor launched a new website announcing his bid for another four-year term. "I'm running for re-election because I know that Pittsburgh can be the safest, most welcoming, and most thriving city in America," Gainey wrote on the site. "Over the past 3 years we've made amazing strides, but there is still work ...
Overtime: Mom would be proud! (Pittsburgh and Allegheny County Celebrating Women Awards)
As I said to the 150-plus people in attendance at the 50th consecutive Pittsburgh and Allegheny County Celebrating Women Awards…but the first newly named “Delores J. Neal Celebrating Women Awards”…”You all may think that you had the greatest mother in the world, and understandably. But I did in fact have the greatest mother in the world!”
Pittsburgh officials endorse Harris housing plan, advocate for upzoning
Aug. 29—The city of Pittsburgh hasn't seen substantial population growth for over 90 years, but some local officials are hopeful it can turn things around with local action and a boost from a potential Kamala Harris presidential administration. Pittsburgh city councilman Bob Charland, D-South Side, and Allegheny County Controller Corey O'Connor, D-Squirrel Hill, held a press conference ...
State Representatives write resolution on televised Steelers games, seeking fan input
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — Two Pennsylvania State Representatives are looking to help Pittsburgh Steelers fans who want to watch their team play, but are out of the coverage zone. Dauphin County lawmakers Dave Madsen and Justin Fleming have written a resolution that would call for fan input on where...
Losses continue for Western Pennsylvania hospitals
Western Pennsylvania's economic engine - health care services - continued to sputter this year, with the operator of two Pittsburgh-area hospitals reporting a widening loss in year-end results. Clearfield County-based Penn Highlands Healthcare, which owns hospitals in Washington and Fayette counties, on Thursday reported an operating loss of $36.43 million...
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