Youngwood
LATEST NEWS
Jeannette's Historic Fort Pitt Brewery Undergoes Demolition, City Prepares for New Growth
As the aged structures of the old Fort Pitt Brewery in Jeannette begin to crumble, residents are facing mixed emotions. Demolition was initiated on Tuesday afternoon, signaling the end of an edifice that has hosted a diverse array of enterprises, from brewing to gift wrap manufacturing. According to a report by CBS News, the demolition led by GEMM Demolition is expected to last four to five months, with the company focusing on minimizing air pollution by using ample water to dampen dust.
Waitlist admit rate drops 72% while Penn updates admissions considerations, new data reveals
Penn admitted 72% fewer students off the waitlist for the Class of 2027 than the previous year’s admissions cycle and has updated its most heavily considered criteria in assessing applications, an analysis conducted by The Daily Pennsylvanian of Penn’s most recent Common Data Sets found. Alongside the notable...
Penn Libraries United reaches agreement with Penn, sets date for unionization election
Following an effort to unionize that began in June, Penn Libraries staff have successfully negotiated an agreement with the University and are set to hold their unionization election in August. The elections, which will take place on Aug. 7 and 8 in Van Pelt Library, come after the University did...
McKnight Road traffic restrictions will be in effect this weekend, PennDOT says
ROSS TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Drivers who use McKnight Road should expect lane closures again this weekend. PennDOT says traffic on McKnight Road will be down to one lane in each direction between Nelson Run Road and Braunlich Drive. The restrictions are scheduled to begin Friday at 7 p.m. and...
Pittsburgh Mayor's Office Grapples with Staffer's Tie to Downtown Shooting Suspect
A shadow of concern has briefly passed over the Pittsburgh Mayor's Office after a recent downtown shooting incident linked to someone within Mayor Ed Gainey's inner circle. In a turn of events, it was revealed that the Executive Assistant to Mayor Gainey is in a personal relationship with an individual who was arrested in connection to the shooting that took place on July 16th. As reported by the Office of the Mayor, the assistant was unaware of the incident, has been ruled out as a person of interest, and is actively cooperating with law enforcement officials.
Pittsburgh's DOMI Launches Permanent Traffic Safety Measures at Negley and Bryant Intersection
Drivers navigating Highland Park are set to witness the deployment of stronger, more permanent traffic safety measures. The Department of Mobility and Infrastructure (DOMI) embarks on a 'hardscaping' project this week at the intersection of Negley Avenue and Bryant Street, an initiative designed to replace the provisional traffic safety installations with sturdier, enduring materials, according to the City of Pittsburgh press release.
Police arrest man linked to Gainey staffer in Downtown Pittsburgh shooting
Pittsburgh police have arrested a city man previously convicted on drug charges in connection with a shooting Downtown earlier this week. Ray Rivera, 58, of East Liberty, shot a man twice in the arm while the victim was in a car near Smithfield Street on Tuesday afternoon following an argument between the two elsewhere in the city’s central business district, authorities said.
Jeff Capel Expresses Gratitude on 93.7 The Fan After New Contract Extension
On Wednesday, Pitt announced that head coach Jeff Capel has signed a three-year extension to remain the head coach of the University’s basketball program through 2029-30. Shortly after the announcement, Capel joined Jeff Hathhorn, his co-host of The Jeff Capel Show that runs throughout each season. Capel and Hathhorn discussed Capel’s extension, his journey from year one to today, and much more. Capel elaborated on the program’s recent success as well as his feelings following the rough 2021 season. Check out the full interview here.
Pittsburgh CLO to Present A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL & More This Holiday Season
Pittsburgh CLO has revealed its holiday season productions for 2024, promising a mix of laughter, tradition, and holiday spirit with two spectacular shows. From November 29th to December 22nd, the Greer Cabaret Theater will host the wickedly fun WHO'S HOLIDAY! and from December 13th to December 22nd, at the Byham Theater, the beloved holiday tradition continues with A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL featuring a new Scrooge, Charles Shaughnessy (The Nanny, Days of our Lives).
Final preparations underway as Picklesburgh 2024 kicks off on Thursday
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - It's always a great day to be a Pittsburgher, but if you love pickles, it's an even better day. Today kicks off the 2024 edition of Picklesburgh and there's more to offer this year than ever before. As of Thursday morning, crews are moving around PPG Place putting together the final touches before it all kicks off and that happens later today when people will begin flocking to downtown for the yearly festival. This year, Picklesburgh is opening early, giving fans of pickles an extra day to celebrate all things pickles. In 2023, more than 200,000 people attended the festival...
A cold front moves though Pittsburgh bringing us sunshine and comfortable temperatures
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - The cold front that moved in yesterday brought some much-needed rain and cooler temps to the region. The Drought Monitor will get updated later today but I don't think it put much of a dent into it. Today will be a breath of fresh air with lower humidity and highs in the low 80s and plenty of sunshine by the afternoon with decreasing clouds from a foggy morning. WEATHER LINKS: Current Conditions | School Closings & Delays | Submit Your Weather PhotosIt's actually going to be slightly below normal for our highs. The gorgeous weather will last through the weekend with highs in the mid to upper 80s! We are back above normal on Sunday and Monday with highs near 90. Tuesday is the next chance for rain and a few storms with humidity increasing along with it. Stay up to date with the KDKA Mobile App – which you can download here!
Blowout win gives glimmer of hope in trying season for Riverhounds
A 5-0 shellacking of Oakland Roots SC on Saturday night was a welcomed reprieve for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in what has been the most challenging season in Bob Lilley’s time at the club. It ended a 10-game winless streak in USL Championship play where the Hounds went 0-6-4 and...
Aliquippa players and coaches not thrown off after coaching changes
ALIQUIPPA — Whenever there is a coaching change within a program, sometimes there are growing pains that come along with adjusting to a new face at the helm and changes in how the program is run. But for Aliquippa players and coaches alike, when head coach Mike Warfield announced that he would be...
Pittsburgh Greeted by Clear Skies and Lower Humidity, Morgantown on Alert for Weekend Showers
Pittsburgh residents can expect a respite from humidity and possible storms today. The forecast puts a bright spin on the weekend, promising dry weather and clear skies as high pressure makes its way into the area. After early morning fog and low clouds dissipate, we're looking at scattered cumulus clouds but also relief from the mugginess that's clung to the city streets like an unwelcome second skin, according to the National Weather Service.
'It was a great time.' Erie's Chestnut Street pool was beloved for 80 years
The Chestnut Street pool was the place to be for generations of Erie residents each summer. Built just after the turn of the 20th century, the outdoor community pool was frequented by thousands of children and adults annually. ...
North East Firemen's Cherry Festival Benefiting Fire Departments
At the North East Firemen’s Cherry Festival, it’s $5 for a slice of cherry pie, $2 for a ride ticket, and 50 cents for a bingo card. All the proceeds from the Cherry Fest go into supporting the Fuller Hose and Crescent Hose North East fire departments. “All...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.