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Planned Parenthood union demands more staff, better wages during Pittsburgh rally
In our photo essay from Downtown Pittsburgh, we document the signs and people from Planned Parenthood workers’ rally outside the City-Council Building where they called for public support in their fight for more staff and better wages.
GoatFest PGH returns to South Side Park with free music, fun, and animals
GoatFest PGH highlights efforts by community partners and Allegheny GoatScape to restore South Side Park.
Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival brings gift of music to those living with autism
Musicians living with autism will take the stage during the Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival.
Judge finds neighbor guilty of harassment in North Side transphobia case
A magistrate has found a North Side woman guilty of harassing her LGBTQ neighbors by placing a large sign in her yard with a transphobic message.
Play ball with first trailer for Pittsburgh-shot series, A League of Their Own
Sports and movie fans alike should check out the trailer for A League of Their Own, a new Amazon series shot throughout the Pittsburgh region.
Festival brings wild beer (literally) from across the world to Pittsburgh
Craft beer festivals are a blast, but there are certain stereotypes that can follow them. Folks often associate fests with lots of incredibly heavy and high ABV beers served in cramped parking lots or taprooms. So how about a festival of wild ales and traditionally made beer, all hosted on a working farm that celebrates…
Lynn Cullen Live: Pope apologizes to Indigenous Community (07-26-22)
Lynn and Susan are discussing the Pope apologizing for ‘deplorable evil’ of Indigenous abuse in Canadian Catholic residential schools. Plus prosperity preachers, and a woman speared by a fish. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
A week for farmers markets, a loss for Bloomfield, and more Pittsburgh food news
This week’s Pittsburgh food news includes updates on Donatelli’s, Hidden Harbor, and The Café at the Frick, as well as a sweet corn festival, farmers market celebration, and more.
Work begins on collapsed Fern Hollow Bridge rebuild
Construction workers have laid the first beam in a reconstruction of the Fern Hollow Bridge that collapsed suddenly earlier this year. Officials, announcing the start of construction during a press conference this afternoon, say whey they hope to compete the project.
A list of recently released books by some of the region’s most accomplished writers
Pittsburgh, and Western Pennsylvania, are overflowing with novelists, essayists, poets, and non-fiction writers. Here, literary writer Rege Behe brings a list of recently released books by some of the region’s most prolific and accomplished authors.
Deutschtown Music Festival celebrates local artists, community
Crowds flocked to the North Side over the weekend for the 10th season of the Deutschtown Music Festival, bringing over 400 bands across both indoor and outdoor stages. Pittsburghers gathered in Allegheny Commons Park and throughout the streets of Deutschtown from July 22-24 to see not only a wide variety of musical performances but food…
Lynn Cullen Live: The GOP has gone down a rabbit hole (07-25-22)
“I’d never vote for her, but I do admire her. That is one smart cookie. She’s got to know that her life is on the line. Not her political life, I don’t think she gives two hoots about that. Her life.” – Lynn speaking on Liz Cheney’s involvement in the January 6 hearings Audio Only…
Environmental watchdogs petition to remove access fee on oil and gas well database
Oil and gas well watchdogs are asking the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to drop a subscription fee and annual maintenance fee on its Exploration and Development Well Information Network database.
Pittsburgh’s top concerts: July 25-31
Music writer Jordan Snowden’s list of Pittsburgh’s best concerts this week, featuring shows at PNC Park, Thunderbird Café, and more
Now Hiring in Pittsburgh: Teaching Artists, Development Manager, and more
Looking for a new job in Pittsburgh? We searched through local employment guides to curate a list of the best job openings throughout the region, including positions at the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, Bethel Bakery, the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh, and more.
On anniversary of last minimum wage increase, advocates call for a raise
Twenty states, including Pennsylvania, have minimum wages no higher than the $7.25 federal level.
Allegheny County to disperse “waxy, green” treats as part of raccoon vaccination program
Next week, ACHD will begin distributing 300,000 oral rabies vaccines to area raccoons.
Pittsburgh declares Abdullah Salem day in recognition of his community contributions
Pittsburgh now recognizes July 17 as Abdullah Salem day in celebration of the Salem’s Market and Grill owner’s contributions to the city community.
Pittsburgh podcast explores artistic practice with playlists and conversation
Sounds from the Studio, a new podcast from Contemporary Craft, explores the music and experiences that inspired artists showing n Pittsburgh.
GoFundMe helps Pittsburgh artist recover financially following “brutal attack”
Pittsburgh cartoonist Joe Wos was “brutally attacked” during his recent book tour. Now, a GoFundMe has been set up to help him recover from his lost wages and medical bills.
Pittsburgh’s Jewish community calls out Mastriano’s activity on prominent ‘hate speech’ platform
Local Jewish leaders are calling out Republican gubernatorial candidate Doug Mastriano’s involvement in a right-wing social media platform blamed in part for inspiring the 2018 mass shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue.
Fact Check: Can the 988 suicide/crisis hotline lead to Pittsburgh Police’s involvement?
Can the 988 suicide/crisis hotline lead to Pittsburgh Police’s involvement? Pittsburgh City Paper’s fact-checking pigeon is on the case.
Harris Theater screens newly restored period romance Mississippi Masala
A new restoration of Mira Nair’s Mississippi Masala, playing this week at the Harris Theater, depicts a sexy and sweet interracial romance across cultural and global divides.
Pittsburgh Public Schools appoints Wayne Walters as permanent superintendent
The Board of Public Education today announced that interim superintendent of Pittsburgh Public Schools Dr. Wayne Walters is their choice to succeed Anthony Hamlet as permanent superintendent of the district. Walters, 51, has served as interim superintendent since October 2021. At a July 21 livestreamed press conference announcing the decision, board president Sala Udin said…
Pittsburgh Regional Transit requests public input on $291 million transit overhaul
Pittsburgh Regional Transit has scheduled two public meetings to give updates on the $291 million Downtown-Uptown-Oakland Rapid Transit project set to begin next year.
Scrutiny of youthful social posts, such as Austin Davis’, likely to feature in campaigns
Democratic lieutenant governor nominee Austin Davis has received criticism after a political consultant and advisor to Republican gubernatorial nominee Doug Mastriano resurfaced decade-old posts, branding them as misogynistic, offensive to LGBTQ and Black people, and displaying a cavalier attitude toward excessive alcohol use and drunken driving.
Lynn Cullen Live: Respect for Marriage Act is about more than LGBTQ+ rights (07-21-22)
Lynn talks about John Fetterman’s first interview since a stroke in May, the Respect for marriage act and so much more on today’s Lynn Cullen Live Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Lynn Cullen Live: Respect for Marriage Act is about more than LGBTQ+ rights (07-20-22)
“This is not just about protecting gay marriage, it’s also about protecting interracial marriage. Three-quarters of republicans in the House of Representatives said ‘I ain’t voting for that.’ Which again tells you where they are and where they want us to go.” – Lynn on the Respect for Marriage Act that was passed by the…
Advocates threaten to shut down Congressional Baseball Game unless climate legislation passes
A coalition of climate advocacy groups says it’s time to leave everything on the field and plans to disrupt this year’s annual Congressional Baseball Game unless Democrats pass climate legislation.
Ian Brill produces new audiovisual scapes with Supply and Demand
Ian Brill sees his new show at Wood Street Galleries as an evolution for him as a new media artist. He describes the show, as well as much of his other works, as trying to create a situation where “there is an infinitely expanding opportunity for people to make dissociative leaps.”
Black-led community spotlight: Dominque Chestand, Office for Public Art
Meet Dominique Chestand, a consultant for Pittsburgh’s Office for Public Art, who helps artists, arts administrators, and funders understand the gaps between what artists need and what they are receiving.
Who to see at the 2022 Deutschtown Music Festival
Find out the must-see shows at this year’s Deutschtown Music Festival on the North Side, including the best stage for hip-hop lovers, up-and-coming acts, and our recommendations for the best all-ages performances.
Volunteer bike shop brings free, low-cost rides to Turtle Creek
Red Lantern Bicycles is a volunteer-run organization that gives out refurbished kids’ bikes (and brand-new helmets) for free, sells bikes for adults at low prices, and offers repairs for a nominal fee.
Kick some butts with city’s new anti-littering initiative
Don’t miss the latest initiative in the fight against litter in Pittsburgh: Ballot Bins that ask people to vote with their cigarette butts to answer yinzer-themed questions.
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY: July 21-27
Plan your week ahead with a little help from the stars. This week’s Free Will Astrology has advice for everyone, from Cancers to Geminis.
