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World’s largest rubber duck to return to Western Pa. this summer
Back in September 2013, an unusual sight settled on the shores of the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh: a several-story- tall rubber duck, brought to Pittsburgh for a three-week engagement during the Pittsburgh Festival of Firsts. It drew thousands of visitors and was the talk of the town that autumn. But now,...
Wiz Khalifa, Sean Paul set summer show at Star LakeVideo
Pittsburgh rapper Wiz Khalifa is coming home for a show at the Pavilion at Star Lake. The “Black and Yellow” singer, who grew up in Pittsburgh and attended Allderdice High School in Pittsburgh’s Squirrel Hill neighborhood, will play the Pavilion at Star Lake on July 19. For the Good Vibes...
1930 by Atria’s opens in Mt. Lebanon
On a warm, sunny Monday, Atria’s in Mt. Lebanon reopened with a touch of time travel: It’s now rebranded as 1930 by Atria’s. The well-known establishment on Beverly Road closed Dec. 31 for the renovations. “We felt like the original location needed a remodel while still preserving the history of...
This summer at the movies, superheroes, from ‘Superman’ to ‘Fantastic Four,’ return
Superman already has a lot on his broad shoulders. It seems unfair to add the fate of Hollywood to his worries. But that’s the kind of pressure that comes with being one of the biggest stars in the comic book universe, who is getting a grand reintroduction at a tumultuous...
How to save for short-term goals while keeping long-term ones in mind
You shouldn’t have to cross your fingers and hope for a strong stock market to coincide with your short-term goals. And right now, you probably wouldn’t want to. Because you’re working within a short time frame — think two to six years — investing for shorter-term goals like buying a...
Mamalarky’s Livvy Bennett, Noor Khan talk new ‘Hex Key’ album ahead of Pittsburgh concertVideo
The indie rock group Mamalarky just released their latest album, “Hex Key,” on April 11, with guitarist/singer Livvy Bennett describing the experience as “bittersweet.” “We self-produce our records, so we’re very involved in, like top to bottom, just making these songs happen. So when it’s done, I’m usually emotional,” she...
The Bark Barn, Pittsburgh Paws Pet Resorts pamper dogs and cats
The first dog Jennifer DeSalvo owned in her adult life was Brody, a Labrador retriever/greyhound mix she rescued when he was 8 weeks old. When she traveled for her job in the pet food industry, she would board him, which got her thinking about the perfect pet paradise. Her thoughts...
Pittsburgh Playwrights to produce 3-play tribute to August Wilson
This summer, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company will be pulling out all the stops to celebrate the late legendary Pittsburgh-born playwright August Wilson. With their August Wilson’s American Century Cycle Experience, Pittsburgh Playwrights will produce three of the works from Wilson’s “Century Cycle” — “Fences,” “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” and “Two...
Suzanne Vega, Lisa Loeb among performers at Three Rivers Arts Festival in JuneVideo
The Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, which is relocating to the Strip District for this year only, announced its musical lineup on Monday. Chief among the four-day festival’s headliners are Suzanne Vega (“Tom’s Diner” and “Luka”) and Lisa Loeb (“Stay (I Missed You).” The festival, presented by the Pittsburgh...
On air, ’60 Minutes’ reporter says ‘none of us is happy’ about changes that led top producer to quitVideo
“60 Minutes” correspondent Scott Pelley paid tribute Sunday to Bill Owens, the show’s executive producer who resigned last week, saying on the air that “none of us is happy” about the extra supervision that corporate leaders are imposing. Pelley made his comments at the end of the evening’s CBS News...
Saquon Barkley addresses criticism over golf outing with Trump
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley hung out and golfed with President Donald Trump over the weekend. The internet reacted. In response, Barkley, also a former Penn State star player, told people to “get out my mentions with all this politics.” Their hangout occurred a day before the Philadelphia Eagles’...
Pittsburgh Symphony performance at Saint Vincent will honor late archabbot
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will honor a late Saint Vincent Archabbey Basilica archabbot during a performance Wednesday in Unity. The show, “Music for the Spirit,” will pay tribute to Douglas R. Nowicki, OSB, the 11th and second longest-serving archabbot in Saint Vincent’s 178-year history. He oversaw the expansion and renovation...
City Theatre’s ‘King James’ is a slam-dunk season finale
Finally, theater for sports fans. City Theatre is wrapping up their 50th anniversary season with this gripping two-man play that explores the unique loyalty of hometown sports fans — and the loyalty of friendships that spring from that fanaticism. “King James” has a structure reminiscent of a platonic version of...
Behind the scenes: Restaurants offer a glimpse inside the kitchen with chef’s tables, counters
“Compliments to the chef” takes on a whole new meaning with a special dining experience in Western Pennsylvania. Oftentimes, a diner would relay that message to the chef through a member of the restaurant’s waitstaff. But with chef’s tables and chef’s counters — spaces located in restaurants including Ritual House...
Thinking of buying a secondhand phone? Some tips on what to look for
LONDON — New smartphones aren’t cheap and prices could reach even higher as globe trade tensions fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threats throw Asian exports into turmoil. To save money, consider buying a secondhand device. The market for used cell phones is booming. It’s now growing faster than...
Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Bad Company, Cyndi Lauper and Outkast get into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
NEW YORK — First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a class that also includes pop star Cyndi Lauper, the hip-hop pioneers Outkast, the rock duo the White Stripes and grunge masters Soundgarden. Salt-N-Pepa, the first female...
Club Cafe to reopen in Pittsburgh under new management
Last September, Opus One Productions — the previous owners of South Side listening room Club Cafe — announced the impending closure of the quarter-century-old venue, to the surprise and disappointment of local musicians and music fans. Club Cafe closed its doors at the end of 2024. On Monday, music management...
Pittsburgh local music spotlight: Woodland Creatures
Woodland Creatures will be celebrating the release of their second album, “All Within Reach,” on May 3, with the record’s title drawn from a lyric and representing the band’s shared feeling of optimism for the future. ”In our first album, ‘Lay It All Down,’ we were still figuring out our...
Prantl’s famous Burnt Almond Torte gets New York Times shoutout
Prantl’s Bakery’s famous Burnt Almond Torte keeps getting more famous. The cake that put Pittsburgh on the confectionery map has received a shoutout in the New York Times as among “The 29 Best Retirement Gifts.” Wirecutter, the Times’ product recommendation service, published the list this month, with the cake featured...
Everclear delivers a blast of ’90s nostalgia at Jergel’s
More than once at Saturday night’s sold-out Everclear show at Jergel’s Rhythm Grille in Warrendale, lead singer Art Alexakis asked the crowd, “Who wants to hear some ’90s alternative rock and roll?” And the response was overwhelming. It’s a reasonable question. Everclear hit their peak in the 1990s with hit...
The Lindsay Theater to screen motorcycle subculture documentary ‘The Pillion’Video
Close your eyes and picture a typical biker. What does that image look like to you? Filmmaker Michela Hall sought to challenge that stereotypical perception with her hourlong documentary “The Pillion,” which will show at the Lindsay Theater in Sewickley on May 1. Hall currently works in production and social...
Greensburg couple going viral for wedding in middle of Cannibal Corpse mosh pitVideo
It’s been a whirlwind couple of days for a Greensburg couple who were married Tuesday night — almost as chaotic as the crowd surrounding them during their vows. That’s because Chris and Erica Curtis got married in the middle of a mosh pit, as death metal legends Cannibal Corpse played...
So you saw ‘Conclave’ the movie. Here’s what it got right — and wrong — about real-life conclaves
Speculation surrounding a conclave to elect a pope is a time-honored tradition. But for the impending conclave following the death of Pope Francis, the ranks of armchair Vatican experts have swelled thanks to Hollywood. “Conclave” the film, a moody 2024 political thriller, introduced many laypeople to the ancient selection process...
Cali Cats Rescue opens Bethel Park location
With regard to fulfilling its mission, Cali Cats Rescue is off to a good start at the nonprofit’s new Bethel Park location. A friendly feline named Lollipop made such a good impression on Benjamin Franklin Elementary School student Mason Stratthaus and his mom, Krystal, that they decided to pursue adoption....
TV Talk: ‘Gilmore Girls’ creators back with French-accented ‘Étoile;’ ‘Carême’ cooks on Apple TV+
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming week. French TV shows are having a moment this month with the premieres of two series that rely heavily on French-speaking characters subtitled in English: Amazon Prime Video’s ballet dramedy “Étoile” and Apple TV+’s “Carême,” a...
