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Jensen Nelson Following Coach Samantha Pitter From Pitt To Miami-OH With Transfer
Nelson swam personal best times at midseason as a freshman with Pitt and would have been the 2nd fastest 200 backstroker for Miami this past season. Jensen Nelson has announced he will transfer to Miami-OH for the upcoming school year after spending his freshman season with Pitt. Nelson’s transfer follows former Pitt associate head coach Samantha Pitter who was hired as the next head coach of Miami-OH earlier this month.
Pitt Football Represents at Pittsburgh Pirates Win
It wasn’t just Yinzerpalooza at Saturday afternoon’s Pittsburgh Pirates game. It was also Pitt Night. Darrelle Revis threw out the first pitch before the game, wearing a custom Revis Pirates jersey, and the Aliquippa native didn’t embarrass himself — even though the pitch was a bit high.
Mack MD Electric semi truck gets to work at PITT OHIO fleet
Logistics and LTL shipping providers PITT OHIO are adding four Mack MD Electric commercial trucks to their Harrisburg and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania operations. With the addition of its new Mack MD Electrics, PITT OHIO will have 10 BEVs – a small part of its 930 Class 8 tractor and 475 Class 7 straight truck fleet (the majority of which is Mack/Volvo).
Pirates’ prized prospect showcasing electric stuff against Somerset
BRIDGEWATER – As much fun as Bubba Chandler’s past is, now is the time to focus on his immediate future. The second-best pitching prospect in the Eastern League behind only Jackson Jobe and ranked at No. 51 overall by MLB Pipeline, the electric 21-year-old right-hander is set to take the mound at TD Bank Ballpark for the Altoona Curve in Sunday’s series finale against the Somerset Patriots, set for 5:05 p.m.
Unbroken record: The 59th running of a local vinyl and CD convention brought together regulars, first-timers and pros
Najee Ahmad, 25, smiles for a photo at the Pittsburgh Record & CD Convention at the West View Banquet Hall in West View on July 13, 2024. A new collector, this is his first time at a record convention. (Jess Daninhirsch/PublicSource) The Pittsburgh Record and CD Convention brings together music...
Baldwin grad making name for himself in sports broadcasting
There appears to be no limit to what Austin Bechtold can accomplish in his professional career. The 2019 Baldwin graduate is already climbing the ladder in the radio broadcasting field. Bechtold, 23, is a producer and part-time host at 93.7 The Fan. He has been putting in some long days...
Pittsburgh Public Safety Seeks Help in Locating Missing Teen Aniyah Davis-Stackhouse Last Seen Near Market Square
Local authorities are appealing to the public for assistance in the search for a missing teenager, 13-year-old Aniyah Davis-Stackhouse, whose disappearance follows a family disagreement, as per the official report released by the Pittsburgh Public Safety Department. Aniyah was last recorded in the vicinity of the 3900 block of Perrysville Avenue. However, investigators now believe that she might have moved to the bustling Market Square area in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Steelers labeled as perfect fit for Ohio State quarterback
All eyes will be on the Pittsburgh Steelers and their quarterbacks throughout the season. The Steelers are hoping they have a long-term answer in Russell Wilson or Justin Fields that can help them get over the hump and get back to making deep runs into the postseason. However, Bleacher Report’s Brent Sobleski says Pittsburgh could turn to the draft and take Ohio State’s Will Howard if they go into 2025 with quarterback questions.
Remembering the Pittsburgh Steelers' most mediocre decade in the Super Bowl era
Winning is contagious, especially when a team is coming off of one of the most successful decades in NFL history. The 1970s got the Steelers from a laughingstock to one of the most successful franchises in the NFL. Pittsburgh won four Super Bowls and employed tons of Hall of Fame...
Penguins forward prospect Emil Jarventie works to gain foothold in Finland's top pro league
Jul. 21—Emil Jarventie, a 19-year-old winger and seventh-round selection by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2023 NHL Draft, is not on the shortlist of prospects who can potentially suit up for the club soon. Jarventie, chosen at No. 217 last year and a native of Vantaa, Finland, has yet to sign with the Penguins. In terms of North American hockey experience, Jarventie played 19 games with the ...
NCLGS: Operators argue their case that taxation needs to be fair, competitive
The panel title was “Just the Facts, Ma’am,” the topic whether gaming companies are living up to their tax obligations. If any attendees at the National Council of Legislators from Gambling States panel Thursday at Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, expected the speakers to say they owe more taxes, they were at the wrong session.
From ‘relieved’ to ‘hopeless,’ readers wracked and apprehensive following Butler shooting
The attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump at the Butler Farm Show grounds on Saturday brought anxiety about our civic and political polarization to a boil. PublicSource invited readers to share their reactions. “PublicSource is an independent nonprofit newsroom serving the Pittsburgh region. Sign up for our free newsletters.”
Quick start leads Pittsburgh past slumping Hartford
Pittsburgh scored three goals in the first 22 minutes of the game to beat the Hartford Athletic, 3-1 on Saturday night in USL Championship action in Pittsburgh. The Riverhounds took a quick 1-0 lead when Edward Kizza converted on a penalty kick just five minutes into the game after a defender was taken down in the penalty box.
audaCITY Tours’ ‘Family Reunion’ show brings together Pittsburgh’s creatives
CRYSTAL WAMALWA, FOUNDER AND CEO OF AUDACITY TOURS. (PHOTO BY J.L. MARTELLO) Pittsburgh has no shortage of creative talent. Crystal Wamalwa, who is originally from Baltimore, found that out when she threw an event spotlighting talent in Pittsburgh on June 22 at Prive Creative Studios in Homewood. From Mister Rice hosting, to the PGH Double Dutch Swing Squad, A Loved 1 Fashion, Orlando Watson, Abigail Potter, Morisha Moore, Bilal Re, comedian Khairy Creek and roller skater Martel Brown, Wamalwa’s idea of “wanting to have fun” turned into a place where these talented people could be celebrated and appreciated.
'People love Jim Leyland': Pirates get thrills, chills in anticipation of Hall of Fame induction
Jul. 20—Don Kelly stood on the field during batting practice Saturday afternoon at PNC Park wearing a wide smile and a black T-shirt celebrating Jim Leyland's induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Just the thought of Leyland being enshrined among the game's greats Sunday afternoon in Cooperstown, N.Y., gave the Pittsburgh Pirates bench coach goosebumps, and Kelly showed the raised ...
Talkin' Baseball trade deadline draft has Pirates fans dreaming of offense
The 2024 MLB Trade Deadline is less than two weeks away, and Talkin' Baseball undertook their annual trade deadline draft to get baseball fans set for the main event. During this draft exercise, the Talkin' Baseball guys paired potential trade deadline movers with possible fits. The guesser who names the most fits accurately, when the dust settles, wins.
A long-awaited Pirates-Marlins trade that forces Bob Nutting to finally pay up
The Miami Marlins will almost certainly deal their rising star utility man, Jazz Chisholm Jr., before the upcoming trade deadline. Due to Chisholm's past of potential character issues, a few teams have crossed him off their trade boards entirely. This hasn't stopped teams like the Seattle Mariners or New York Yankees from casting their nets in the direction of a big fish like Chisholm.
Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro on shortlist for potential VP candidates; received call from Harris: sources
Many people questioning what the full Democratic ticket is going to look like in November now that President Biden has announced he will "stand down."One of several names being thrown around as a potential vice presidential candidate is Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro.Sources tell ABC News that Harris called Shapiro on Sunday after she officially launched her campaign for presidency.The Pennsylvania governor has been seen a lot in national news stories in the past year.RELATED: Who could Kamala Harris pick as VP if she wins the Democratic nomination? List of potential candidatesHe was recently on the ground in Butler, Pa.,...
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