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Sheetz offers free coffee to first responders and health care workers
Sheetz is picking up first responders and health care workers with a free coffee at its locations. The convenience chain announced the free cup is available to those helping in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic, including hospital workers, police officers, firefighters and paramedics. “The first responders and medical personnel...
Steelers 2020 NFL Draft wrapup: Players, bios and analysis
The 2020 NFL Draft is in the books. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell held court from his basement, while teams and players took part while staying at home. The Pittsburgh Steelers landed 6 players: • Chase Claypool, WR, Notre Dame • Alex Highsmith, LB, Charlotte • Anthony McFarland Jr., RB, Maryland...
Need a tuna melt tutorial? Senator’s viral video isn’t one.Video
While most of the country – and world – is under stay-at-home orders during the coronavirus outbreak, a slew of videos and tutorials on getting creative with lunch have been posted to social media. This is not one of those. Plain white bread, lots of mayo, tuna straight from the...
NFL Draft HQ: Who Steelers might pick, position breakdowns, mock drafts
The 2020 NFL Draft will be very different from year’s past. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, the seven-round event will proceed as scheduled starting Thursday night and continuing through Saturday. But it will not be held in Las Vegas and will be missing any of the circus-like atmosphere it had garnered...
Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto, others acknowledge ‘wisdom’ of Steak-umm Twitter account
Has Steak-umm become the voice of reason during the coronavirus pandemic? The Twitter feed for the frozen steak company, based in Reading, Pa., is known for being funny and snarky but also authentic. It has caught the attention of government officials, business leaders and academics. Even The Washington Post dug...
Bon Jovi cancels tour so fans can get refunds to ‘pay their bills or buy groceries’
With many musical acts postponing shows and leaving fans awaiting word on what’s going on with tours amid the coronavirus pandemic, Bon Jovi has decided to cancel its planned summer tour. The band in a statement said that it decided to ax the tour so people who bought tickets could...
Kennywood picked as country’s Favorite Traditional Park, coasters land No. 1 spots
Kennywood Park has scored big in a new amusement park industry survey. Kennywood claimed the title as Favorite Traditional Park in the 33rd annual NAPHA Amusement Park and Attractions Survey. Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, Pa., came in second. According to organization, the two parks have been the tops in...
Photo of protesters at Ohio statehouse compared to zombie movie
A photo of protesters outside the Ohio Statehouse from this week has draw comparisons to a scene from a zombie movie. The photo taken by Joshua A. Bickel of The Columbus Dispatch on Monday shows protesters outside the Ohio Statehouse Atrium where reporters were listening to the state’s coronavirus response...
Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx says not to worry about concerts yet, while Tommy Lee is ready to go
Several big summer tours have already been postponed. The Rolling Stones, Reba McEntire, Ringo Starr, Roger Waters and others have postponed tours that were scheduled to swing through the Pittsburgh area. One tour that is still set to go, at least according to Ticketmaster, is Motley Crue’s return tour that...
Ticketmaster changes refund policy on coronavirus-related postponements
With stadiums, arenas and concert halls quiet in Western Pennsylvania and around the world because of the coronavirus pandemic, shows are being postponed. And that is leaving many who have bought tickets waiting to see whether the show goes on, and often without an option to get their money back....
Gallon of milk with your coffee? Panera Bread offering grocery items
Panera Bread is turning to groceries as its sit-down dining rooms across the country have closed amid the coronavirus outbreak. The restaurant chain is offering breads, bagels, gallons of milk, yogurt, cream cheese and fresh produce to customers either to go or through delivery services. Panera Bread menu items such...
Allstate, citing less driving, sending refunds to policyholders
Has your car been sitting in the driveway for the past three weeks? You might be getting some money because of that. Citing less people on the roadways and fewer accidents because of stay-at-home orders across the country, auto insurers this week announced that they are sending refunds back to...
Report: HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ skips Steelers, will feature Rams and Chargers
It appears that Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers will not be spotlighted on HBO’s “Hard Knocks” this year. The team was eligible to appear on the annual late-summer football series, but that honor will be shared by the two Los Angeles franchises. That is, of course, is if the...
‘Sorry We’re Closed’ sign posted near Pennsylvania-New Jersey border
Travelers driving into Pennsylvania from New Jersey on Saturday saw a “Sorry We’re Closed” signed posted near the state’s official welcome sign. The homemade sign was posted on the westbound side of Interstate 80 in Monroe County, according to WNEP-TV. According to the television station, there was no statement from...
New England Patriots plane with 1.2 million N95 masks from China headed to U.S.
A plane full of needed medical supplies from China was set to land in Boston on Thursday afternoon. Rather than an airline or government logo, though, the plane features the New England Patriots design and their six Lombardi Trophies. According to The Wall Street Journal, the plane was permitted to...
Larry David urges ‘idiots’ to stay home and watch TV
Larry David is telling people they are missing a great chance to sit on the coach and watch television. The California governor’s office enlisted the comedian and creator of “Seinfeld” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm” to help spread the message that people should stay at home to help fight the coronavirus...
No need for soap or cleaners; washing produce with running water is enough
At the intersection of worrying about being infected by the coronavirus and what to do about groceries brought into the house, some are washing their produce with soapy water — even bleach or vinegar solutions — to try to kill the virus and other germs that may be on their...
Taco Bell offering free tacos Tuesday
While many restaurants and businesses are closed during the coronavirus outbreak, some are still offering food and takeout. Amid all this, Taco Bell announced that they are giving away beef tacos on Tuesday. Addressing the coronavirus outbreak, the company posted on Saturday night: “Now more than ever, we could all...
Pa. grocery store dumps $35,000 worth of food after woman coughs on it
A grocery store in Hanover Township in Luzerne County said it dumped $35,000 worth of produce, meat, bread and other groceries after a woman coughed on the products. Gerrity’s Supermarket posted on Facebook Wednesday that the woman, “who the police know to be a chronic problem in the community, came...
Patrick Stewart, Josh Gad, other celebs read on social media during coronavirus shutdown
Some actors are turning to reading aloud to help fans pass the time as many stay at home and practice social distancing amid the coronavirus outbreak. On Saturday, Patrick Stewart, best known for his work as a Shakespearean actor, Capt. Jean-Luc Picard on “Star Trek: Next Generation” and as Professor...
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson recovering from coronavirus, say ‘this too shall pass’
Two weeks ago, the world was shocked to learn actor Tom Hanks and his wife, actress Rita Wilson, tested positive for the coronavirus. His announcement said that while in Australia, the couple experienced symptoms. They became the first high-profile faces of the pandemic. On Monday, Hanks posted an update on...
Rep. Conor Lamb wishes happy birthday to 100-year-old aunt from safe distanceVideo
U.S. Rep. Conor Lamb and a few family members wanted to wish their aunt a happy 100th birthday, but with the coronavirus outbreak they had to keep some distance. So according to a post on his social media, Lamb and members of his family, with the help of the staff...
Worry and anxiety while planning for birth of baby during coronavirus outbreak
The world can change a lot in nine months. Last fall, everything seemed normal. Summer was drawing to a close. Work was good. My family took a short trip to Lake Erie. Football season was starting. Relatives visited. And my wife and I found out there was an addition to...
Kevin Bacon uses ‘six degrees’ to encourage social distancing to fight coronavirus
Actor Kevin Bacon is using his infamous “six degrees” fame to encourage people to stay home and keep themselves apart from crowds to help fight the spread of the coronavirus. The premise of six degrees of separation is that we are all linked by six or fewer people. The “Six...
Penn State postpones commencement ceremonies
Penn State University announced Wednesday that it is postponing all spring commencement ceremonies. The university said that it is taking the precaution in order to fight the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. The school is exploring other options for celebrating the achievements of their students, according to a statement. The...
