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REPORT: George Pickens Got Into “Heated Exchange” With Pittsburgh Steelers Coach After He Was Caught Slacking Off During Training Camp Practice
The Pittsburgh Steelers opened training camp Thursday, and George Pickens has already given the media something bad to talk about. There was reportedly a brief, very heated exchange between George Pickens and new wide receivers coach Zach Azzanni. Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette wrote, “New receivers coach Zach Azzanni...
Kyo Matcha and Meetcha soft opening in Squirrel Hill today, holding Grand Opening on July 27 and 28.
Dessert spots Kyo Matcha and Meetcha are holding a soft opening in Squirrel Hill today followed by a Grand Opening this weekend. They'll be located at 5864 Forbes Ave. (map) in the former Footers Cleaners spot where signage first went up in October. Kyo Matcha, according to its official site,
Stage AE opens sober sanctuary for concert-goers recovering from addiction
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The road to recovery for someone struggling with drug or alcohol addiction can be a difficult one, many times because of the constant temptation that can be found at many public events.The thrill of a ball game or a live concert can be the opposite of a thrill to someone struggling with alcohol or drug addiction. The flowing alcohol and celebrations can set someone who struggles with addiction on a backward spiral. But, what if there were a space at these events where a person in recovery could go where there is no temptation? Now there is....
Ole Miss Baseball Star Ethan Lege Joins Pittsburgh Pirates After 2024 Draft Success
Ole Miss outfielder Ethan Lege has officially signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates after being selected in the fifth round of the 2024 MLB Draft. The Pirates plan to transition him to a third baseman, marking a position change for Lege. Known for his performance with the Rebels, he was a standout player batting .323 with 13 home runs before an injury cut his season short.
Paul Skenes towers over country music star in viral photo
Paul Skenes is one tall dude, especially compared to non-baseball players. The Pittsburgh Pirates rookie phenom Skenes went viral this week over his photo with country music star Kenny Chesney. In the photo, which Skenes posted to his Instagram Story, he was towering way above Chesney. Check it out. Paul Skenes vibing with Kenny Chesney... The post Paul Skenes towers over country music star in viral photo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
New Pittsburgh group offers community, friendship for Latinas
When Brenda Garcia attended the PA Latina Women Conference in Lancaster, PA, she had no idea it would inspire her to start her own group for Latina women. Now, a few short months later, LatinasPGH has almost a thousand followers on Instagram, and Garcia is busy planning events for women to meet, hangout, and get to know each other.
Talking Pitt/Duquesne Basketball History, NCAA Tournament with Mike DeCourcy
On Friday, Mike DeCourcy joined The Pittsburgh Basketball Show to talk about Pitt basketball, Duquesne basketball, and much more. Check out the entire interview by clicking the link below. Duquesne basketball on Pittsburgh Sports Now is sponsored by The Summit Academy: setting young men on the path to a better...
PHN 2024 Penguins Prospects Rankings 6-10: Real Talent, Exciting Long Shot (+)
The Pittsburgh Penguins prospect rankings from six through 10 have almost always been an exorcise in list-stretching, imagination, and unlikely projections. Historically, there has not been a plethora of NHL talent outside the top five, but instead, a gaggle of players who might find their NHL destiny capped with a game or two on the fourth line before returning to the shadows.
Talented cornerback makes triumphant return to Steelers training camp
Perhaps the most exciting news to come out of Steelers training camp after the first day of practice was the sighting of Cory Trice practicing without a knee brace. This is a significant development as it indicates his full recovery from the ACL injury that sidelined him in 2023. His return comes at an opportune time, given the challenges the Steelers might have at the cornerback position early in the 2024 season.
Governor Josh Shapiro celebrates pharmacy reform in Hollidaysburg
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Governor Josh Shapiro put pen to paper during a ceremonial signing for a bill to help local pharmacies. The new law, known as House Bill 1993, limits the profits that Pharmacy Benefit Managers, or PBM’s for short, can receive being the middleman between local stores and drug manufacturers. Some of the […]
Professor tends to red maple trees along Saint Vincent College’s driveway entrance
LATROBE, PA – The short, winding stretch of Fraser Purchase Road that serves as the main entrance to Saint Vincent College is lined by 45 red maple trees. On a recent sunny afternoon in late June, however, it was more like 44½. “This one’s a mess,” Dr. Tom...
Latrobe, Seton Hill alum Kollar gets promoted to Padres' Triple-A affiliate
A day after his 26th birthday, pitcher Jared Kollar received a gift: a promotion in the minor leagues. Kollar, a Latrobe and Seton Hill alum, is headed to Triple-A with the San Diego Padres. His 9-3 record and 3.04 ERA in 15 starts were good enough to earn him a...
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