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Highland Park Pool closed until further notice, Pittsburgh officials announce
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh's Highland Park Pool is closed. The city announced Monday morning that the pool is closed until further notice because of a mechanical issue. City officials say they're working to assess how long repairs could take. There is no indication when the pool might reopen. Fifteen of...
Pennsylvania amusement park auctions iconic park pieces
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (WHTM) — Pieces from an iconic Pennsylvania amusement park landmark were sold at auction to raise money for a nonprofit. The Kennywood Mural Auction sold six pieces of the Thunderbolt mural to raise funds for 412 Food Rescue. The four pieces were each sold for between...
Best Hamburger Restaurants in Pittsburgh, PA
We spotlight three of the best Hamburger restaurants in Pittsburgh: Butterjoint, August Henry’s Burger Bar, and Tessaro’s American Bar & Hardwood Grill. Each of these establishments brings a unique twist to the classic American burger, showcasing creativity, quality ingredients, and exceptional dining experiences. Pittsburgh boasts a vibrant culinary scene, with its hamburger offerings standing out as a true testament to its rich food culture.
July is the biggest month for lost pets. Here's what to do if yours runs away.
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- From fireworks and outdoor parties to vacations and house sitters, July is the month for a spike in having lost pets.KDKA-TV consumer investigator Meghan Schiller shares the five tips you need to do as soon as your pet goes missing to get them back home quickly and safely. Claire Pro is a busy mom who is juggling two little kids and a high energy pup. "As soon as I see a number on my phone that I don't have saved in my phone I'm like, 'oh god, did my dog get out?'" Pro said.Her dog Maggie...
Furries raise $100,000 for Pittsburgh-area rescue dedicated to senior dogs
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The furries helped out their furry four-legged friends as Anthrocon broke a fundraising record over the weekend. The nonprofit organization chooses a charity every year in the Pittsburgh area with the aim to give back through the convention.This year, Anthrocon partnered up with Gray Paws Sanctuary in White Oak. This unique nonprofit is dedicated to rescuing senior dogs who otherwise would be subject to euthanization due to age or vet costs. "Nationally, the definition of a senior dog is about 7 to 8 years old. At Gray Paws, they have to be at least 10 to 12 years old....
Look Inside This 100-Year-Old Shadyside Home That Strikes a Balance Between Old and New
The time had come to move from Downtown. For several years, Nick Varischetti and his wife, Kristin, had lived in an ultra-modern two-bedroom condo above the Capital Grille, Downtown. But when the couple, who married in 2019, found out they were expecting their first child — their son, Strayer, is now 3, while brother Alden is 1 — they started looking for a place outside Downtown.
Dead dog found in trash in Pittsburgh area
WILKINSBURG, Pa. (KDKA) — The Wilkinsburg Police Department is investigating after a dead dog was found in the trash over the weekend."It's very sad to hear that they were found back there," Kortney Johnson said. Johnson's parents live on Fahnestock Way, where the dog was found in an alleyway."It's crazy that they live right here and then to just dump their dogs," Johnson said. "That's just wild."So many people in the area have dogs. Johnson said there's a right way to go about finding your pet a new home."Being a previous pet owner, someone actually came to get my dog to take him away," Johnson said. "They should of probably sent them to a shelter or somewhere else they could take better care of a dog."
Anthrocon Parade in downtown Pittsburgh delights locals, out-of-towners
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh's furry convention drew huge crowds to Downtown Saturday for the annual parade of the suited "sonas." The Anthrocon Parade went down Penn Avenue from the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, starting at 2 p.m. The attendance at Anthrocon had grown so much this year that, for the first time, organizers were unable to take a group photo.
TSA checkpoint changes are now in effect at Pittsburgh International Airport
FINDLAY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) – After weeks of long lines at the security checkpoint at Pittsburgh International Airport, changes aimed at cutting down on wait times have taken place and are now in effect. Emma Swanson and her family were heading to Savannah, Georgia, on Monday when they encountered the long lines."We thought that it would be maybe a little bit more than we have seen in previous years," Swanson said. "But it's been the longest I've seen in probably all my life."Some people did all they could to prepare and still were cutting it close."We got here early,"...
What are ‘furries?’ Debunking myths about kids identifying as animals, and litter boxes in schools
Furries attending the annual Pittsburgh Anthrocon. Much harmful misinformation has been spread about furries in recent years. (Furscience), Author provided. Editor’s Note: Anthrocon (Thu, Jul 4, 2024 – Sun, Jul 7, 2024) is an annual furry convention that takes place in Pittsburgh, each June or July. It caters to furries, which are fans of fictional anthropomorphic animal characters in art and literature.
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