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Churches in Western Pa. excuse Mass attendance as snowstorm approaches

The Catholic dioceses in Pittsburgh and Greensburg granted dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass over the weekend because of the impending winter storm. Pittsburgh Bishop Mark Eckman and Greensburg Bishop Larry J. Kulick announced the exemption Friday, urging parishioners to prioritize safety when considering weekend travel. “No one...
Some Post-Gazette workers call for new union leadership

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s union appears to be divided, with some employees claiming that the union’s efforts against management were never as “broadly supported” as it claimed publicly. A letter signed by 49 Post-Gazette employees calling for new union leadership was released Thursday. “We are seeking new elections for leadership within...
New restaurant coming to Union Trust Building in Downtown Pittsburgh

The Union Trust Building in Downtown has another restaurant opening in the spring. The Common Good, located on Grant Street, will offer a new casual breakfast, lunch and snack concept designed by Ritual House and Palm Palm Chef Ed Smith and his team. “The desire and need to have an...
Here are a few possible snow scenarios to watch in Western Pa.

The National Weather Service sees three possible snowy scenarios for Western Pennsylvania this weekend. In a Facebook post Tuesday, the weather service broke down the forecast and outlined some potential outcomes. Meteorologist Colton Milcarek said it will be a few days before a single clear prediction emerges. “It’s really up...
Attackers kidnap, pistol-whip podcaster in Wilkinsburg

A woman who was restrained, blindfolded, pistol-whipped and held for ransom managed to escape her kidnappers at the BP gas station on Ardmore Boulevard in Wilkinsburg on Thursday night, according to police. An arrest warrant for one of two suspects — 19-year-old Dontae Stevens, of Wilkinsburg, identified by the victim...
Morning Roundup: Driver injured in crash into UPMC Shadyside; firefighter treated at blaze in Perry South

Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Friday, Jan. 16: Vehicle crashes into UPMC Shadyside Hospital A vehicle drove through the side of the Shadyside Medical Building at UPMC Shadyside Hospital early Friday morning. The building is along the 5200 block of Centre Avenue. A spokesperson...
Scott Township faces road salt shortage as cold temperatures engulf region

National Weather Services meteorologists are warning Pittsburghers to expect a cold weekend, but not every community in Allegheny County has enough resources to battle the snow. Scott Township announced in a Facebook post Wednesday that the township is operating on “conservation mode” due to limited road salt supplies. The township...
North Side Giant Eagle reopens after fire

The Giant Eagle on Pittsburgh’s North Side reopened by noon Thursday after a mechanical fire prompted an early-morning evacuation and closure. Allegheny County Dispatch responded just after 7 a.m. to a call from 318 Cedar Ave. Police told reporters that firefighters were on the scene at 7:46 a.m. Jannah Drexler,...
Morning Roundup: Utility-related scams on the rise; Oakmont Bakery pays tribute to Tomlin

Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Thursday, Jan. 15: ______________________________ Utility-related scams on the rise Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning Pennsylvanians to be cautious when contacting their utility providers as utility-related scams to obtain personal information are on the rise. “We are hearing of...
Pennsylvania health care professionals react to NYC nurses strike

Nearly 15,000 nurses from New York City’s top hospitals entered their second day striking on Tuesday, in what could be one of the largest labor clashes in the city’s health care industry in decades – and Pittsburgh’s health care workers are showing their support. The New York State Nursing Association,...
Buddhist monks captivate Americans during 2,300-mile walk

A group of Buddhist monks, along with their rescue dog from India named Aloka, are captivating Americans as they walk 2,300 miles across the United States to promote peace. The monks — who started their journey at a Vietnamese Buddhist temple in Texas — have amassed millions of followers online...
More Parkway East traffic stoppages planned

Motorists should expect intermittent traffic stoppages Wednesday morning on the Parkway East (Interstate 376) westbound, near the entrance of the Squirrel Hill tunnel, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said in a news release. The stoppages — lasting about 15 minutes or less — are expected to take place between 10...
Police investigate fatal shooting in Wilkinsburg

A man was fatally shot Tuesday night in Wilkinsburg, Allegheny County police said. Dispatchers were called shortly before 9 p.m. to the 700 block of South Avenue, where first responders found an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound to the head, according to an Allegheny County alert. The victim...
1 dead, 1 injured in Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar house fire

A man died early Wednesday morning following a house fire in Pittsburgh’s Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar neighborhood. Firefighters were dispatched to the 6600 block of Apple Street around 2 a.m., according to a Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire social post. Upon arrival firefighters could see heavy smoke coming from all three floors of the...
Building the Valley: Family creates cozy country charm with Bear Roots cafe in Washington Township

Giggles filled the air at Bear Roots cafe in Washington Township as Chrissy Klingensmith pushed her 1-year-old future granddaughter, Hadley, through the shop in a wheeled office chair. It was a small moment, but one that perfectly captured the family spirit behind the business. The cafe, which opened last March,...
Point Park University classes to go remote during NFL Draft in April

In anticipation of Pittsburgh hosting the 2026 NFL Draft, Point Park University has decided to move classes to a remote model from April 20 to 25. Some 500,000 to 700,000 people are expected to attend the football fan event, held April 23-25 around Acrisure Stadium and Point State Park. The...

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