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Gainey, top budget official say Pittsburgh revenue dips mean 'some difficult years ahead'
Aug. 29—Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey on Thursday acknowledged the city is bracing for tight financial years ahead, but told residents there's no reason to worry about major cuts in city services. "The sky's not falling, but we do have some difficult years ahead," Gainey said. Gainey and Director of the Office of Management and Budget Jake Pawlak on Thursday tried to quell fears that a 5.5% ...
Planning a People-first Pittsburgh
How the 15-Minute City Can Unlock Pittsburgh’s Potential for Better Access, Equity and Safety. Imagine living in a place where everything you and your family needs is within a safe 15-minute walk or bike ride. Your daily life revolves around vibrant streets where you can go to the grocery store, take your kid to school (or better yet, they can take themselves), and visit shops, cultural attractions and cafes, all without getting into a car. This is the “15-minute city,” coined by Professor Carlos Moreno, and Pittsburgh has the chance to become one as we embark on our first-ever comprehensive city plan.
Hempfield addressing speed, safety issues on Fosterville Road
Turn onto Fosterville Road near Hempfield Area High School on Route 136 and you’ll find yourself among well kept homes in a heavily residential area. The speed limit is 25 mph, but that’s often not followed, said resident Dan Laskey. “They’re going too fast,” he said.
Report: S Mark Perry Picks Texans Over Steelers, Signs To Houston’s Practice Squad
While we’re still waiting on a complete list of players who will populate the Pittsburgh Steelers practice squad, we know one the team tried but failed to sign. According to Houston and NFL reporter Aaron Wilson, rookie S Mark Perry chose a spot on the Houston Texans’ practice squad over the Steelers’ practice squad.
Steelers’ Russell Wilson QB1 decision has potential Justin Fields twist
There wasn’t as much drama as the media’s narrative may have suggested in naming the Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback. The longtime offseason favorite to land the gig, Russell Wilson, was named the Steelers starter by Mike Tomlin on Wednesday. The media continues to stir the pot, though, as NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport hears the […] The post Steelers’ Russell Wilson QB1 decision has potential Justin Fields twist appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Steelers OL Isaac Seumalo hurt during practice but avoids suffering season-ending injury, per report
The Pittsburgh Steelers had some good and bad news following Wednesday's practice. The bad news was that starting guard Isaac Seumalo sustained a pectoral injury during practice. The good news was that Seumalo's injury is not season-ending, according to ESPN. Seumalo underwent tests to determine the severity of the injury...
Former Steelers OT describes jolting welcome-to-the-NFL moment facing James Harrison
Every NFL player is met with a wake-up call early in their career; that moment when they realize they're playing with the big boys now. For former Steelers offensive tackle Kelvin Beachum, this came against one of the most intimidating defensive players of the 2000s: James Harrison. Beachum recently joined...
How poet Jan Beatty drew from WAMO and "madwomen" for her latest poetry anthology
In her latest collection, Dragstripping (University of Pittsburgh Press), Jan Beatty includes numerous poems about her father, who died almost 40 years ago, in 1986. “I keep thinking that I’m done with him, and it just keeps happening,” Beatty tells Pittsburgh City Paper. “I’m still wearing my father’s ring. I’m still very close to him. I’m not going to turn it down. I’m grateful that I’m still getting poems. I don’t want to put them in the book unless they’ve earned their way.”
Pittsburgh's Rib Fest kicks off, continues through Monday
Aug. 29—Art Rooney Avenue outside of Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh's North Shore has been transformed into barbeque heaven for Labor Day weekend. The annual Rib Fest kicked off Thursday evening with a dozen award-winning vendors vying for various trophies, including best sauce, best ribs and people's choice. The event runs through Monday. Admission is free. Some have come as far away as South ...
Former Burrell Cheerleading Boosters Treasurer Charged with Theft
LOWER BURRELL, Pa. — The former treasurer of the Burrell Cheerleading Boosters has been charged with theft, receiving stolen property, and writing bad checks following an investigation by the Lower…
Ellwood City Varsity Football Game Versus Shenango Postponed
Due to the tragic circumstances surrounding an unexpected death of a Shenango student this week, the Ellwood City varsity football game versus Shenango scheduled for Friday has been postponed. “First, and most importantly, our thoughts, prayers and support are directed toward our friends at Shenango,” said Ellwood City Superintendent Wes...
Pirates' David Bednar: Disastrous second half continues
Bednar (3-7) allowed five earned runs on three hits and two walks across 0.2 innings to take the loss and blow the save Wednesday against the Cubs. Bednar was tasked with protecting a two-run lead to begin the ninth inning. He allowed a trio of singles, the final of which was a two-run knock with the bases loaded. Since the start of August, Bednar has allowed at least one earned run in seven of his 11 appearances and a total of 13 earned runs across 10.2 frames. Aroldis Chapman was also hit hard Wednesday but has pitched better than Bednar in the second half, and he could be in line for save chances in the final month of the regular season.
South Side Scoop: Spencer Anderson’s Big Shot, Steelers Roster Bubble Life (+)
PITTSBURGH — Welcome to the Steelers South Side Scoop. This is going to be our new weekly feature for Steelers Now+ subscribers. The idea here is pretty simple. When I’m on the practice field or in the locker room at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex, a lot of the stuff I’m gathering needs to go out to the widest possible audience. When I noticed that Dylan Cook’s ankle was in a boot, or when Payton Wilson said that he’s 100% after a concussion scare those are things I’m going to send out to the entire world.
Steelers' Russell Wilson could break two unfortunate NFL records in 2024 now that he's won the starting QB job
Russell is on the verge of making NFL history, but it's probably not the kind that he's hoping. Now that he's been named the starting quarterback for the Steelers, Wilson could end up breaking two very unfortunate records this year. The first record is for most sacks taken. The mark...
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