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Rogue BBQ opens in Homestead
Jul. 31—Barbecue is back in Homestead. Rogue BBQ opened Wednesday at 601 Amity St. in the space of the former Blue Dust Gastropub across from The Waterfront. The full-service eatery is owned and operated by married couple Amanda and Zachary Steiner. They said there are really no good barbecue options in the Homestead area and they're excited to provide authentic, specialty barbecue and more. ...
Allegheny County declares Big Mac Day tomorrow
PITTSBURGH, PA (August 1, 2024)…Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato has declared tomorrow – Friday, August 2 – as Big Mac Day in the county. The annual celebration of Big Mac Day is held on the birthdate of Jim Delligatii, the world-famous sandwich’s inventor. Delligatti began test-marketing...
$1 million PA Lottery Scratch-Off ticket sold at local Sheetz
Someone who recently bought a PA Lottery Scratch-Off ticket at a local Sheetz won $1 million. The “Instant $1,000,000” ticket was sold at the Sheetz on Washington Road in Canonsburg. The store gets a $5,000 bonus for selling the ticket.
Suburban Pittsburgh ice cream shops worth the trip
It’s hot, Pittsburgh. And there’s nothing better than a cold treat on a scorching summer day. Don’t settle for ice cream from a chain. Skip DQ, Coldstone or Baskin Robbins. There are plenty of local ice cream shops with one-of-a-kind flavors, tons of menu items and friendly faces from hometown businesses that you have to try.
5 Must-Try: All-You-Can-Eat Buffets in Pittsburgh, PA
PENNSYLVANIA - Pittsburgh, a city known for its diverse culinary scene, offers a delightful array of buffet options to satisfy every craving. Whether searching for exotic flavors, all-you-can-eat meat, or classic comfort food, Pittsburgh's buffets have something to please every palate. Let's dive into the top five must-try buffet experiences in the Steel City.
Three Pennsylvania cities rank among the top 15 beer destinations, study says
(WHTM) — When coming to Pennsylvania, you are guaranteed to experience unique features, such as Dutch food, the lingo, and even some of the best beer in the country, according to a study. When you think of Central Pennsylvania, you may tend to think more of farmland or the Amish, but now you can think […]
Pittsburgh among best cities in United States for beer lovers
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh is among the best cities in the United States for beer lovers, a new report found. Tasting Table released the "15 Best US Cities For Beer Lovers In 2024" report this week, and Pittsburgh made the top 10. The Steel City came in at No. 7 with a score of 53. "If you're in the area make sure to check out literally anything from Dancing Gnome Brewery, featuring industrial vibes and a hop-forward tap list, to the up-and-coming Old Thunder Brewing Co., or enjoy the ever-popular Grist House," Tasting Table said in its report on Pittsburgh. The blog...
Who Has 8 GIANT Legs and is Inviting You to a Festival?
Mr. Long Legs, that's who! This Saturday, August 3, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden is hosting the Mr. Long Legs' Neighborhood Festival at their spectacular 65 acres of cultivated gardens and woodland. So, what does a larger-than-life spider have to do with this party? This summer the Garden is hosting David Rogers’...
Pittsburgh Guitar Legend to Take Stage at 8 Great Tuesdays
Pittsburgh guitar legend Norm Nardini will serve as the main event at the fourth 8 Great Tuesdays concert at Liberty Park. The 73 year old said he started playing the guitar when he was 11 and has had a lot of musical stops in Erie over the years. Bushan and...
Blues Attack to headline Cindystock 21 benefit music festival
Cindystock, an annual music festival that’s held at the home of Cindy and Ted Yates with all proceeds going toward cancer screenings and patient support services, will be held this year on Aug. 17. “This will be our 21st year. We started it out as a fundraiser for a...
40 North restaurant on Pittsburgh's North Side is temporarily closed
Jul. 31—The restaurant 40 North on Pittsburgh's North Side is closed, at least temporarily. A sign on the door Monday reads "Apologies — Unexpected closure in restaurant ... re-opening 2-3 weeks after repairs." But a social media post with an image of a single red flower from executive chef Beth Zozula said Sunday was the last day and that she appreciates all the support the past three years. ...
Pennsylvanians with canceled or delayed flights can submit complaints with a new form
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- As more people are becoming frustrated with air travel during a busy summer season, the Pennsylvania attorney general's office says passengers with canceled or delayed flights can now submit complaints through a new form. The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General said the new form on its website is in response to an uptick in consumer complaints around air travel. Both Pennsylvania residents and those who faced airline issues in Pennsylvania are able to submit a complaint, the attorney general's office said. The new form comes amid a surge in summer travel. The Transportation Security Administration said the Pittsburgh International Airport...
What Pittsburgh city parks will look like in 10 years
This op-ed is part of a series written by community leaders about the next ten years of Pittsburgh. Join NEXTpittsburgh and representatives from local organizations, including Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, at the Frick Environmental Center on Aug. 14 to learn more about the “NEXT10” of our region’s green spaces.
2024 film Didi (弟弟) in Pittsburgh, from August 8.
In 2008, during the last month of summer before high school begins, an impressionable 13-year-old Taiwanese American boy learns what his family can’t teach him: how to skate, how to flirt, and how to love your mom. It is scheduled to play locally, so far, at the AMC Loews...
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