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Pittsburgh Business Community Shaken by Break-ins and Vandalism on Saw Mill Run Blvd
Business owners on Saw Mill Run Boulevard are grappling with the aftermath of a series of break-ins and vandalism that occurred earlier this week. The Pittsburgh Police from Zone 3 are actively investigating the incidents, which took place along the Bon Air/Brookline/Carrick neighborhood border. The break-ins happened on Monday morning, with reports stating that two businesses were forcibly entered, according to the City of Pittsburgh.
Renfrew town council expands workforce to meet growing recreation needs
Renfrew Town Council made one important personnel move ahead of the summer break. They approved the addition of four new full-time and one-term maintenance positions within the recreation operations department in order to fill the increased demand for upkeep of local facilities like the myFM Centre. Councillor Clint McWhirter says...
‘The 48’: Don’t miss events in Renfrew and area
Here is a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town in the next 48 hours. The Renfrew and Area Connection Centre will continue their weekly Pop-Up Markets every Thursday evening from 4-7 at their office on 161 Raglan St. South, right next to the Renfrew Public Library! If you are a young entrepreneur and would like to join one of the pop up markets please email to reserve your spot.
Mural will highlight the diversity that was part of the historic expedition of Lewis & Clark
Pittsburgh’s well-traveled mural painter Kyle Holbrook found his latest gig, appropriately, by being out exploring. He was riding his bike around Steubenville, Ohio, an Ohio River town about 68 river miles or 40 road miles west of Downtown Pittsburgh. He was checking out “the City of Murals’ ” famous...
Pittsburgh Steelers 2024 Season Preview and Prediction
Pittsburgh Steelers 2024 Season Preview and Prediction. At this time last year, the Steelers were banking on quarterback Kenny Pickett to build on the positives from his rookie season. With that in mind, coach Mike Tomlin and the organization decided to keep Matt Canada as the offensive coordinator which turned out to be a disaster. Read Pittsburgh Steelers 2024 season preview and prediction below.
New tax breaks, grants and assistance: Pa. task force makes recommendations on flood insurance
Damage from flooding is expected to get worse in Pennsylvania as a result of human-caused climate change. But less than 2% of insured properties in the state carry flood insurance, an important tool for recovery after the waters recede. The problem is often cost. Families pay hundreds or even thousands...
Pennsylvania Grandmother Michelle Rohl Takes Third in US Olympic Trials Race Walking Event
Michelle Rohl, now a grandmother, wins third place at an Olympic trial in race walking. A 58-year-old grandmother from Pennsylvania took third place at the U.S. Olympics’ Team trials this past weekend in a race walking event, writes David Propper for The New York Post. The bronze medal win...
ADHD patients in Pa. struggle to find medication, maintain normalcy amid ongoing shortage
This story first appeared in How We Care, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring original reporting and perspectives on how we care for one another at all stages of life. Sign up for free here. Pittsburgh neurologist Wesley Kerr was diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder at the age of...
Abuse and Neglect Investigations of Aging Pennsylvanians Are Woefully Slow. The Results Can Be Devastating
This story will be highlighted in How We Care, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring original reporting and perspectives on how we care for one another at all stages of life. Sign up for free here. Christiana Blake’s fever had been raging for days. On that day in early April last year, a doctor who examined her at an outpatient center became concerned that a family member was refusing to take her to the emergency room, even though the 76-year-old Dauphin County woman could barely keep her eyes open. In the haze of dementia brought on by a stroke, Blake couldn’t communicate or advocate for...
Pittsburgh's Independence Day Festivities Face Potential Delays Amid Forecasted Thunderstorms
The skies over Pittsburgh may carry the threat of Independence Day interruptions with scattered thunderstorms expected throughout the area. These storms bring a low probability of localized flash flooding and gusty wind, according to the National Weather Service. Those residing along and south of the I-70 corridor should particularly note...
Erie Humane Society, Lavery Brewing Company Launch 4th Limited Edition Beer to Support Shelter Pets
Lavery Brewing Company is adding to the pack during this year's 4th Annual Brew Bash and Beer Launch. The Brew Bash is taking place on on Friday, July 5 at Lavery Brewing Company. The event will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Friday. The unique collaboration features limited release cans...
Colorado man sentenced for stealing millions in cryptocurrency from Pa. woman
(WJET/WFXP) — A Colorado man initially from Pennsylvania has been sentenced after pleading guilty to stealing millions of dollars in cryptocurrency from a Pennsylvania woman. A Philadelphia-area judge sentenced 47-year-old Adam Davis, originally of Coatesville, to 33 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release and must pay approximately $2.1 million in damages […]
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