The Frick’s new ADA restroom raises the question: how accessible are our city’s bathrooms?
After The Frick announced its new ADA-compliant restroom, I began to wonder about accessible restrooms in other buildings or facilities that could use updates and the cost of updating — or choosing not to update — a public bathroom.
“Recognize when things are not working”: a Q&A with Jerrel Gilliam of Light of Life
The rescue mission’s executive director says Pittsburgh needs holistic, forward-thinking solutions to deal with a homeless population that’s likely larger than current data shows.
Why more women should see sex workers
While a happy ending is ostensibly the point of an erotic massage, what I really wanted was to feel taken care of, if only for an hour. It was worth every penny.
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Lynn Cullen Live – The movie about Trump, “The Apprentice,” debuted at Cannes. (05-21-24)
The movie about Trump, “The Apprentice,” debuted at Cannes yesterday and there are already vicious legal efforts to stop its release in the US. It’s not a flattering picture of the ex-president, but then how could it be if the central subject is the vile Trump. Lynn also talked about the willingness of powerful Republican…
Author Anna Monardo fulfills grandmother’s dying wish with After Italy
In After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage, Monardo grapples with familial trauma that spanned generations.
A black-tie farmers market, an Asian food expo, and more Pittsburgh food news
This week’s Pittsburgh food news includes updates on City Kitchen, Pisco & Lime, Hyeholde, Two Frays Brewery, 3 Yellow Roses, and the Manchester Bidwell Corporation, as well as a showcase of local Asian food and history and a 10th-anniversary celebration at Grist House.
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Exploring the Convenience and Security of Digital Wallets and Contactless Payments in the Casino
Many casinos now offer one-touch payments through their mobile apps, allowing you to make transactions in seconds without having to enter your payment details every time.
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Steel City’s Transformation: A Tale of Two Trends
While Pittsburgh has experienced a surge in new business creation mirroring national trends, the city lags in the diversity of entrepreneurs driving this growth. This article emphasizes the need for targeted efforts to promote greater inclusivity to ensure Pittsburgh’s economic transformation benefits entrepreneurs from all backgrounds.
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The Evolution of Sports in Pittsburgh: A Historical Overview
Pittsburgh, a city synonymous with steel, also boasts a rich and storied sports history, earning it the nickname “City of Champions.” This blog post explores the fascinating evolution of sports in Pittsburgh, tracing its roots from the early days of amateur baseball to its current status as a beacon for professional sports in America.
Lynn Cullen Live – A tsunami of news to cover today. (05-20-24)
A tsunami of news to cover today: Helicopter crash kills Iran’s prez, ICC prosecutors seeking arrest warrants for heads of Hamas and Netanyahu, Justice Alito throwing his wife under the bus as well as the Court’s integrity, Pittsburgh tornadoes, and Michael Cohen’s surprising friendship with Rosie O’Donnell. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last…
Now Hiring in Pittsburgh: Film Pittsburgh, Point Park University, Christian James, and more
Looking for a new job? We searched through local employment guides to curate a list of the best job openings around Pittsburgh, including a marketing guru for our team at CP, a veterinary patient care coordinator, an events manager, and more.
Transit Talk: Going, going, gondola
An aerial tramway could make sense for Pittsburgh, but where would it go?
Affordable-ish Housing in Pittsburgh: We’re Number 5 edition
Doubts have begun to creep in recently that Pittsburgh’s status as an affordable alternative to the usual big city blues may be in terminal decline, or even a mirage. It’s always good to hear a dissenting opinion, even if it’s just dissenting to the voices in your head.
Pittsburgh might be getting Taylor Swift for Christmas
The Steelers are playing the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day this year. That means tight end Travis Kelce is coming to town, which means Pittsburgh is getting Taylor Swift for Christmas. Maybe.
Lynn Cullen Live – Lynn raved about the Netflix documentary “Rather” about CBS newsman Dan Rather (05-16-24)
Lynn discusses the Netflix documentary “Rather” about CBS newsman Dan Rather who covered almost all the seminal events of the second half of the 20th century. Also, the hideous portrait of King Charles, the two presidential debates, and more.
Style Wars is a graffiti-splashed NYC time capsule and cautionary tale for a transforming Pittsburgh
The 1983 “landmark street art documentary” — produced by a Sewickley native — captures the “burgeoning art forms of graffiti, break dancing, and rap in New York right as they’re about to break into the mainstream.”
Lynn Cullen Live – “Rocking in the Free World” with Anthony Blinken (05-15-24)
Lynn talked about the constant torrent of depressing news and then added to it by talking about Gaza-Israel, Ukraine, Trump and his Republican sycophants and the naivite of the college protesters. The only things passing for good news were Secretary of State Anthony Blinken singing Neil Young’s “Rocking in the Free World” in a Ukrainian…
Best Of PGH 2024 – Details
What Is “Best Of PGH”? Pittsburgh City Paper’s “Best of PGH” issue aims to celebrate the most influential, most underrated, most dynamic, and all-around best businesses, creators, events, and leaders in our community. We team up with our readers to unearth hidden gems and reward old faithfuls, bringing you a jam-packed issue that serves as…
Pittsburgh’s top events: May 16-22
Looking for something to do in Pittsburgh this week? From the EQT Children’s Theater Festival to Better Than Ezra to an introduction to pickleball, there’s always something happening in the Steel City!
A guide to Pittsburgh’s free concerts
While this summer’s ticketed music fests feature curated weekends of pop, millennial-core, folk and country legends, and even ska, there are also plenty of concerts coming to the ’Burgh for the wonderfully low price of zero dollars!
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY: May 16-22
Plan your week with some help from Free Will Astrology, an astrological guide that offers helpful advice to shed old vices and start anew!
Sudden Little Thrills music festival abruptly canceled
The festival that drew local excitement and skepticism has suddenly been called off.
Hard rockers Rated Eye serve apocalyptic menace on their debut LP
Formed by local metal and rock veterans, Rated Eye’s new LP is a no-filler, direct album of “rock and roll for weirdos” from some of Pittsburgh’s best journeymen.
