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Rescued Australian man who was adrift 3 months in Pacific with dog ‘grateful’ to be aliveVideo
MANZANILLO, Mexico — An Australian sailor who was rescued by a Mexican tuna boat after being adrift at sea with his dog for three months said Tuesday that he is grateful to be alive after setting foot on dry land for the first time since their ordeal began. Timothy Lyndsay...
Sofia Vergara, Mt. Lebanon native Joe Manganiello divorcing
After seven years of marriage, actors Joe Manganiello and Sofia Vergara are calling it quits. Manganiello, a Mt. Lebanon native, and “Modern Family” star Vergara issued a joint statement to New York Post’s Page Six that they have decided to go separate ways. “We have made the difficult decision to...
New start-ups to join Lawrenceville’s ‘Robotics Row’
Several more companies are joining the ranks of Pittsburgh’s growing robotics industry. The Robotics Factory, a consortium of start-ups, announced Monday that it will move into the Tech Forge building in Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood. Six start-up companies will be joining the Robotics Factory’s “Accelerate” program, which provides them with funding...
TV Talk: Filmed-in-Pittsburgh ‘Rustin’ lands release date
“Rustin,” the bio-pic from former President Barack Obama’s and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions, will debut on Netflix on Nov. 17. Directed by George C. Wolfe, who previously helmed 2020’s “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” in Western Pennsylvania, “Rustin” stars Colman Domingo, who was a cast member in “Ma Rainey’s Black...
Pittsburgh Pop podcast: Talking SAG-AFTRA strike, ‘Justified,’ Alby on the mend, ACC on The CW
In this episode of the “Pittsburgh Pop” podcast, host Tim Benz and TV Talk columnist Rob Owen talk Pittsburgh pop culture news of the moment, including WPXI-TV sports director Alby Oxenreiter being on the mend following heart valve replacement surgery and a Pitt Panthers football game on The CW this...
Jason Aldean suffers heat stroke, stops Connecticut concert mid-songVideo
Jason Aldean stopped his show Saturday night in Hartford, Conn., mid-song after reportedly suffering heat stroke. The country singer was performing at the Xfinity Theatre and confused fans when he silently ran off the stage in the middle of singing his 2009 hit “Crazy Town,” Deadline reported. A video of...
History takes center stage at West Overton DIY Weekend festival
History is often about living and breathing things. For curators at a two-day DIY History Weekend festival at West Overton Village and adjoining Fort Allen Antique Farm Equipment Association grounds near Scottdale, it was just that as they showcased how life was experienced more than a century ago both at...
Chatham University students, seniors share living space at Vincentian Schenley Gardens
College students living in the same housing complex as senior citizens might not seem like something that would work — but for the residents of Vincentian Schenley Gardens, a personal care home in Oakland, it definitely does. Jean Bolden, who turned 95 on the Fourth of July, and Amanda Barber,...
Pigsburgh Squealers Rescue provides a chance to ‘Swine and Unwind’
Everyone at a Saturday yoga fundraiser in Frazer agreed their favorite position was downward-facing hog. The exercise event, hosted by the nonprofit Pigsburgh Squealers Rescue at its 25-acre farm, featured sweet-natured sows and well-behaved boars that ambled among the participants. Dubbed “Swine and Unwind,” proceeds help feed the 11 resident...
Pittsburgh’s Daniel Moore wins big in his ‘Jeopardy!’ debutVideo
In his “Jeopardy!” debut, Pittsburgher Daniel Moore showed off his seriously strong smarts in winning Friday night’s airing of the popular game show. Things didn’t start off so well for Moore, as he missed his first answer. But after that, Moore put on a clinic. The 38-year-old contract compliance analyst...
From garage to workplace: Local college makerspaces to support manufacturing
The next big thing in startups could sprout from an unexpected source: one of four new entrepreneurial makerspaces located at Western Pennsylvania colleges. The Community College of Allegheny County, Westmoreland County Community College, Penn State New Kensington’s Digital Foundry and Indiana University of Pennsylvania have created makerspaces to attract entrepreneurs...
Westmoreland Museum of American Art holds Art on Tap event
Art flowed Friday evening at “Art on Tap” at the Westmoreland Museum of American Art in Greensburg. The outdoor event, for those over 21, featured music by The Belladonnas, tailgate-inspired games, light bites, a build-your-own hot dog bar and a “Margarita-ville” specialty bar with local brews and craft cocktails....
Video: WWE’s Karrion Kross opens up ahead of ‘Payback’ in PittsburghVideo
For the first time in five years, WWE returns to Pittsburgh for a premium live event, formerly referred to as pay-per-view events. PPG Paints Arena will host “Payback” on Sept. 2. Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster. One of the wrestlers you could see live is Karrion Kross. In...
Pittsburgh resident to compete on ‘Jeopardy!’
Another Pittsburgh-area resident will be competing on “Jeopardy!” Daniel Moore, a contract compliance analyst, will appear on the game show airing Friday on NBC. “Jeopardy!” airs locally at 7:30 p.m. on WPXI. Several other Pittsburgh area residents have appeared on the popular, long-running game show recently. Among them are Erin...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: July 14-16
It’s the weekend. Here are some ways to spend it. Northside Music Festival The inaugural Northside Music Festival is Friday through Sunday. Previously known as the Deutschtown Music Festival, the free, three-day event will feature more than 70 musical acts, an artist market and more than 30 food trucks. On...
TV Talk: Biblical epic ‘The Chosen’ airs on The CWVideo
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming week. When The CW announced in recent months that it will give life-of-Jesus biblical series “The Chosen” a linear platform, some looked askance at the idea of the show airing on the home of “The Flash,”...
New IC Light sign hovers over Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh’s closest thing to the Hollywood sign has a new look. The “Iron City Beer” sign atop Mount Washington was replaced with an IC Light billboard Thursday morning. The new sign has a message for fans: “Cheer Pittsburgh. Drink Pittsburgh.” Pittsburgh Brewing Co. said the former red-and-white sign had become...
Aiello’s expands hours in Shaler
Shaler residents can now have Aiello’s pizza for lunch. On July 12, the Aiello’s Shaler location officially kicked off its expanded hours on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. The store will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on those days and serve complete pies as well as individual cuts....
Trib Total Media named best newspaper in Pa. by Society of Professional Journalists
Trib Total Media was named the best overall newspaper in Pennsylvania by the Keystone Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. It is the fourth time in the last five years that the Trib has been honored with the prestigious award. “We are thrilled to be recognized with this award,”...
Cute ‘snuggling’ baby sea lion born at Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
Wide-eyed California sea lion, Kai, celebrated his public debut at Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium on Thursday. Born on June 16, the new pup enjoys spending time with his mother, Keliah, and exploring the Kids Kingdom sea lion habitat. “Kai has a wonderful bond with his mom,” said Alex Cauley, the...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: July 14-16
Double the fun There are two places for music lovers to party on Friday in Greensburg. A 21-and-older Art on Tap is set for 5 to 7 p.m. at The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, 221 N. Main St. The event promises outdoor music by The Belladonnas, tailgate-inspired games, light...
TV Talk: FX’s ‘Justified’ comes full circle, returned to film in Western Pa. for 1st time since pilot episode
PASADENA, Calif. — Not all reboots and sequel series are the same. And they’re not all bad idea. While some don’t have a creative reason to exist, others provide a welcome mix of closure and fan service (the third season of “Star Trek: Picard”) and the best ones take what’s...
Photos: Post Malone leaves Star Lake crowd saying ‘Wow’
Rapper Post Malone performed Wednesday night at the Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown. The nearly sold out pavilion maintained its high energy from the beginning, with the opener Beach Fossils. The “If Y’all Weren’t Here, I’d Be Crying” tour opened with a string ensemble and dramatic stage lights. In...
WPXI’s Alby Oxenreiter on the mendVideo
Channel 11 sports anchor Alby Oxenreiter has been off the air for several weeks and WPXI-TV released a statement on his whereabouts Wednesday. “Alby is now at home recovering from open heart surgery, which he had one month ago,” the statement said. “He developed a major blood infection that traveled...
Hills Snack Bar food trailer to debut in Beaver County
Jason Powell recalled shopping at Hills in Green Garden Plaza in Aliquippa, Beaver County — the soft pretzels, popcorn, nachos and Icee drinks were always a treat. Now, he’s bringing those memories back to life with the Hills Snack Bar. It’s a food trailer that will officially open at noon...
