“Living in Pittsburgh means learning to love the steps.” That’s the quote Mt. Lebanon resident Stephen Brookes entered in a contest organized by Steppin Stanzas, a poetry project celebrating city steps, at the 18th Annual Pittsburgh StepTrek recently. Steppin Stanzas gathered quotes and awarded prizes as part of its ongoing project to reach out into […]
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AG Announces Civil Settlement with Vivint Home Security
Attorney General Bruce R. Beemer has announced the filing of a legal settlement with a Utah-based company that allegedly violated the Commonwealth’s Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law as it sold home security systems in Pennsylvania. The settlement reached with Vivint, Inc., more commonly known as APX Alarm Security Solutions, Inc., is the result […]
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Chief McLay Addresses Photo Controversy in Carrick
Pittsburgh Police Chief Cameron McLay says he regrets not communicating better to his staff after he was photographed with a sign stating, “I Resolve to Challenge Racism at Work: #EndWhiteSilence.” The photo went viral on the Internet and drew the ire of the police union president, who said it gave the impression that Mr. McLay […]
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Grandview Traffic Problems to Garner Extra Police Attention
Public safety, in particular traffic along Grandview Avenue, was an emotional issue for Mount Washington residents at the July community forum of the Mount Washington Community Development Corp. District 2 Councilwoman Theresa Kail-Smith opened the discussion by saying she has had complaints about the traffic and has arranged a meeting with the Traffic 21 Institute […]
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2014 Best Books for Babies List Released by Carnegie Library
Every parent knows two things when it comes to early education for their babies: one can never begin too early in life to guide babies on their path to a well-rounded education, and books can be a phenomenal means of doing so. Created by a panel of local librarians and child development experts, the Best […]
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History Center Will Host NFL Play 60 Training Camp on February 1
A day before Pittsburghers dive into a smorgasbord of nachos and dip and park themselves on the couch to watch pro football’s big game, the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum at the Heinz History Center is challenging families to get active at the NFL Play 60 Training Camp, sponsored by Dick’s Sporting Goods, on Saturday, Feb. […]
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History Center Exhibit Explores Pennsylvania’s Impact on the Civil War
The Senator John Heinz History Center will offer visitors an in-depth look at Pennsylvania’s significant role during the Civil War with its new major exhibition, Pennsylvania’s Civil War, presented by Mylan. In addition to highlighting the state’s contributions to important conflicts like the Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania’s Civil War showcases Pittsburgh’s role as the “Arsenal […]
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Allegheny County Health Department Re-launches Handwashing Campaign
In the wake of the recent outbreak of Hepatitis A in nearby Beaver County, the Allegheny County Health Department has relaunched a public education campaign to promote handwashing as an effective way to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. The campaign provides free handwashing posters for use in public restrooms. Displayed inside stall doors and […]