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Historic Chestnut Street in Pittsburgh Reopens with Modern Upgrades and Accessibility Enhancements
After enduring a period of decline, Chestnut Street in Pittsburgh's Northside has been given a new lease on life with a full reconstruction that marries historic charm with modern accessibility. The street, which weaves its way to Downtown and connects neighboring areas like Troy Hill and Spring Hill-City View, is once again open and serving motorists. The restoration project shows a successful effort to preserve a piece of the city's history while meeting today's standards for infrastructure, introducing updated amenities like American Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant ramps and spanking new sidewalks, according to the City of Pittsburgh press release.
Upper St. Clair’s Tyler Robbins Adds Notable Ivy League Offer
On Tuesday, the WPIAL’s top senior big man, Tyler Robbins, received an offer from Harvard. Robbins posted his offer on social media. Robbins, a 6-foot-10, 230-pound forward, has been playing for Team Durant on the Nike EYBL circuit this summer. He has had a huge spring and summer session for his recruitment, and now holds offers from Harvard, Miami (OH), Kent State, Duquesne, Robert Morris, Pepperdine, St. Francis (PA), and Loyola (MD).
Team Pittsburgh Dek Hockey ready for summer season
Team Pittsburgh Dek Hockey has kicked off its summer season, with games scheduled through the end of August for another round of outdoor hockey fun. Located in Brighton Heights, Team Pittsburgh travels with their team to regional and national tournaments. In addition to its summer season, it also has seasons in the spring and fall.
Refreshing Change Ahead for Pittsburgh: Showers, Cooler Temps, and Clearer Skies Predicted
As the city wakes to another bustling morning, Pittsburgh's residents can expect a refreshing shift in weather patterns. According to a report from the National Weather Service Pittsburgh, a cold front making its way from the southern Great Lakes will usher in scattered showers and potential thunderstorms throughout the day. "Showers and storms expected along and ahead of a cold front crossing over the course of the day," the forecast details, signaling cooler temperatures that will drop by an impressive 10 degrees Fahrenheit or more.
Report: Pitt Basketball to Host Four-Star Official Visitor in October
On Wednesday, Pantherlair’s Houston Wilson reported that Pitt basketball will host Davion Hannah, a 6-foot-6 shooting guard, for an official visit this fall. Wilson reported that the official visit would start on Oct. 19. Hannah is a four-star prospect out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who is ranked as the No....
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey Launches 'City in the Streets' for Holistic Civic Engagement in Hazelwood
Bringing the city government right to the community's doorstep, Mayor Ed Gainey is set to roll out the 2024 City in the Streets Initiative in Pittsburgh. This community-centric initiative aims to bring a block-party vibe to civic engagement, as local government and various organizations converge on the streets to interact directly with citizens. The upcoming event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17th, from 4:30 pm-7:30 pm on Glenwood Street, creating a thoroughfare for ideas, services, and family fun, as detailed by the City of Pittsburgh's official announcement.
Market Square business owners worry that revitalization jeopardizes their future
Less than a month after the Allegheny Conference on Community Development released preliminary plans for Downtown revitalization, multiple Market Square business owners have echoed the same message: “We don’t know who they are.”. “I’ve been to all the major networking, professional and civic events over the last year,...
Pittsburgh's Mason Miller throws hardest recorded pitch in MLB All-Star Game history
ARLINGTON (KDKA) - All eyes were focused on Texas on Tuesday night as the Pirates rookie phenom Paul Skenes began the night as the National League's starting pitcher in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game. In the 94th Midsummer Classic, Skenes was able to toss a scoreless first inning, facing four batters, and showing off his triple-digit skills, topping out at 100.1 mph. His first batter was the Guardians' Steven Kwan who hit into a pop-fly for the first out, followed by a comebacker from Gunnar Henderson of the Orioles. Skenes then walked the Yankees Juan Soto but it led to the matchup everyone...
Update: Quarter-sized hail and damaging winds anticipated with thunderstorms in Southeast Pa. Tuesday
The National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning at 9:08 p.m. on Tuesday valid until 9:30 p.m. for Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties. The storms are foreseen to bring wind gusts of up to 60 mph and quarter-sized hail (1 inch). "At 9:08 p.m., severe thunderstorms were...
Stephen A. Smith slams politicians for having ‘audacity’ to ask people to lower political temperature
Stephen A. Smith spoke very harshly against politicians’ requests to tone down the heat of political conversations, saying they are responsible for instigating the current environment. The sports commentator’s heavy criticism comes after former President Donald Trump narrowly survived an assassination attempt during a Pennsylvania rally on Saturday. Smith expressed gratitude that Trump was not […]
Mellon’s Orchard pushes for zoning change to build East Liberty apartments
In December 2022, Mellon’s Orchard Acquisition LLC’s application to build 264 apartments in East Liberty was rejected by the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Now, the company is trying to have the property rezoned to get the project built. After Mellon’s Orchard appealed the zoning board’s decision, the city...
The Frank Walker Law/PSN Daily Notebook – July 17
The Pitt basketball staff went out to dinner with former Panther Bub Carrington after his Summer League performance. Associate HC Milan Brown, associate HC Tim O’Toole, chief of staff Kyle Cieplicki, HC Jeff Capel, assistant Jason Capel, and others were there. UPDATE, 7 AM: Mimi Thiero — a 6-foot-4...
Pittsburgh gets a break from the high temperatures, but showers and thunderstorms are possible
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Today we finally get relief from the extreme heat and also some much-needed rain for the region as many are looking at abnormally to moderate drought conditions. Nothing severe is expected just a general thunderstorm. WEATHER LINKS: Current Conditions | School Closings & Delays | Submit Your Weather PhotosThe Laurel Highlands could see a few stronger storms as they are under a marginal risk for severe weather (1 out of 5). Highs today stay in the upper 70s and low 80s. A cold front will sweep through the region bringing this rain and breezy conditions, then after that, we are cool, dry, and comfortable for a long stretch! Tomorrow humidity will be lower than what we've had with highs in the low 80s and plenty of sunshine. This break is well needed after we had our 14th 90-degree day of the year so far yesterday which is well above the average that we normally see. The gorgeous weather will last through the weekend with highs in the mid-80s! Tuesday is the next chance for rain. Stay up to date with the KDKA Mobile App – which you can download here!
AG Henry: Pennsylvania resort to pay for mistreating customers
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a settlement with Split Rock Resort, located in Carbon County, for allegedly mistreating consumers who purchased timeshares. The settlement will require Split Rock Investments, LLC, and SCH USA, LLC, doing business as “Bel Air Owner’s Circle”, to comply with applicable laws and fund a restitution pool […]
Thousands of Pa. Prisoners Endure Summer Heat Without Air Conditioning
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — As extreme heat stifles Pennsylvania for a fourth week, thousands of people incarcerated in state prisons have little opportunity for relief because more than a third of the facilities lack universal air conditioning. Of the 24 Pennsylvania state prisons, four have limited or no air conditioning in areas where incarcerated people live, work and gather. Five more have only partial coverage, according to the state Department of Corrections. The agency is working...
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