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Eat along the water at these riverfront restaurants with killer views
Ah, Pittsburgh summer: where the rivers flow lazily, the sidewalks sizzle, and finding a spot to dine with a breeze feels like striking gold. Summer vibes are in full swing in Pittsburgh, and what better way to soak up the sun than with a meal by the water?. Fear not,...
Penn Hills weighing hookah bar regulations after deadly shooting
Penn Hills may crack down on hookah bars after a June shooting at Ballers Hookah Lounge & Cigar Bar, a spot known to police for trouble, left two dead and seven wounded. A zoning code amendment slated for consideration by the Planning Commission on July 25 would for the first time define these lounges and impose use-specific regulations.
Pittsburgh International Airport travelers left frustrated amid long lines due to Microsoft outage
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - This morning's CrowdStrike outage wreaked havoc on systems worldwide. Pittsburgh International Airport was not immune to any of that -- and people trying to make their flights were frustrated.Nick Pastella is supposed to get married next week. He and his fiancée, Ashley, were supposed to fly south this morning for the wedding – coming from Youngstown, Ohio.The wedding is something they've put off for years."Every time we went to set a date for the wedding – something came up," Pastella said. "Something got in the way."Something came up again today. The IT issues with Microsoft technology slowed...
Rivers Casino workers, fearful of gambling on health, rally behind effort to ban smoking
Alicia Monahan blames secondhand smoke for two fainting episodes she experienced while working at Rivers Casino on Pittsburgh’s North Shore. The table games dealer said she’s otherwise healthy but sometimes feels the effects of the smoke getting to her. Since she started working at the casino in 2019,...
26 dogs rescued from deplorable conditions at Ohio home
HUBBARD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (KDKA) -- More than two dozen dogs were rescued from deplorable conditions at a home in Ohio, an animal shelter said.The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County said the 26 dogs and their elderly owner were found living in "deplorable conditions." The dogs were brought to the shelter, less than 10 miles across the Pennsylvania border.The rescue happened after humane agents got a tip about a home in Hubbard Township, CBS affiliate WKBN reported. "The caller suspected that there were three to five dogs at the residence. There were suspected puppies that had passed away as well...
Have you ever noticed a difference in humidity in vegetation? It's called "Corn Sweat" | Hey Ray!
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Summertime is full of heat and humidity. Usually, the combination of the two makes for a very steamy situation. You may have noticed though, that in the hotter parts of the year, when you're out and about it feels much more humid and steamy when you walk from low vegetation to higher vegetation.So why does this happen? Well, the non-scientific name of this phenomenon is "corn sweat." Yep. So people call it "corn sweat."Since this has to deal will all vegetation, we'll mainly call this process by its scientific name of "transpiration." It is the evaporation of moisture that...
Summer Guide 2024 (Mid-to-Late Season): Festivals, Fairs, and Events
Summertime is undoubtedly the fastest time of year. It goes by much faster than, say, January, February, and March. We are now in the back half of summer. The peaches are ripening nicely and the summer season is at it’s peak. Maybe you’ve been enjoying summer fun since the start, maybe you’ve been tied up with work and other activities. Well, either way, it’s time to squeeze every last bit of juice out of the summer season. Before we know it, pumpkin spice will soon be appearing everywhere. You may have your own list of summer faves. We have also put together a curated list of some of the Pittsburgh region’s longtime stalwart summer events, plus a few more unique events. We live in a beautiful natural region and have included several picks in that realm too.
Pickle-flavored food and drinks bring thousands to Downtown Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Friday marked day two of Picklesburgh in Downtown Pittsburgh. Pickle fans from all over flocked to the Steel City for the annual festival. Picklesburgh is in its ninth year, and it is a very big dill. "I came here, and I couldn't believe that there were this many people here to celebrate pickles," Tyler Emerick said.The festival has so many food options with a pickle twist. "Pickle watermelon sorbet," Enid Jame said."We have the pickle pizza, the spicy version," Kendall Brown said. "It is pretty good. Ten out of 10.""Pickle potatoes were also really good," Emerick said. "I was surprised...
Months after its closure, crews take down iconic Blue Flame Restaurant signage
JEFFERSON HILLS, Pa. (KDKA) - The flame has officially been extinguished at the former Blue Flame Restaurant in Jefferson Hills. On Tuesday, crews took down the iconic sign marking the end of an era. The Blue Flame Restaurant shut its doors in March after serving customers in Jefferson Hills breakfast and lunch since 1956. A new restaurant will take over the space soon and the signage for Steel Grill 51 was put in place where the neon blue flame once lit 51. Family makes the decision to close after 68 yearsIn March, the George family served their final meals at the Blue Flame Restaurant,...
Former Peppi's in Pittsburgh's Point Breeze neighborhood to be demolished
PITTSBURGH — It was a popular spot to grab a hoagie in Pittsburgh. Now, the former Peppi's Old Tyme Sandwich Shop on Penn Avenue in Point Breeze will come down. The real estate company responsible for the building confirms that it was purchased about a month ago. Pittsburgh's Action...
Facing a worsening food desert, Hazelwood residents may finally get the grocery store they’ve sought
Dylamato’s Market in Hazelwood sells fresh produce and locally sourced foods on July 9, but isn’t a full-service grocery store. (Photo by Jess Daninhirsch/PublicSource) Neighborhood advocates are pushing ahead on a worker-owned co-op grocery store that could open in three years — if funding comes through. “PublicSource...
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Strudel
Strudel is a nine-year-old senior bun who came to us after his bonded partner passed away and they could no longer care for him. He is currently living in a foster home. He loves to be pet, brushed and groomed. He enjoys chewing on cardboard – which is his favorite enrichment activity. Strudel’s vision is impaired, so he does not see too well. He would do well in a home with children 13 and older, who will respect his space. He could live with another rabbit pending a successful meet and greet.
Brown Mamas Weekend will celebrate the strength and explore the challenges of Black motherhood in our region
Photo above courtesy of Muffy Mendoza/Brown Mamas. Black mothers from around the Pittsburgh region are invited to celebrate Brown Mamas Weekend at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center on July 27 and 28. With a focus on empowerment, community and transformation, the two-day gathering will include master classes, panel discussions and a wellness lounge.
Owned by Restaurant Industry Veterans, Senza Breaks the Rules by Having None
Couples Justin and Caitlin Steel and Matthew and Jessie Manowski spent a lot of time together during the pandemic. Veterans of the service industry, the food-loving friends supported each other through service shutdowns, staff shortages and Covid protocols, all while becoming parents, sharing home-cooked meals and planning for the future as business partners.
Picklesburgh adds extra day, new events
Jul. 18—Leave it to Pittsburgh to continue to make an even bigger big dill out of pickles. For its annual pickle-inspired event — Picklesburgh — produced by the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership and presented by Kraft Heinz, there is a new competition and an extra day for the event voted the No. 1 food festival in America by USA Today for three consecutive years. Picklesburgh, which began in ...
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