Pittsburgh’s First Black Mayor, Ed Gainey, Reflects on His Legacy After a Turbulent Term
By Hallie LauerPublished: December 28, 2025 As Pittsburgh’s first Black mayor, Ed Gainey took office during a period of significant…
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Reflecting on Ed Gainey’s Legacy: The Complex Journey of Pittsburgh’s First Black Mayor
As Pittsburgh's first Black mayor concludes his term, discussions arise on the implications of race in local politics and his…
Revitalization: The Transformation of Troy Hill’s Historic Firehouse into a Biotech Hub
Pittsburgh, PA — In a move highlighting the potential of public-private partnerships, the historic firehouse in Troy Hill, which had…
Pittsburgh Prepares for Snowy Week as East Coast Faces Blizzard Aftermath
By Lindsay ShachnowPittsburgh Post-Gazette, February 24, 2026 As the East Coast grapples with a record-setting blizzard that left over two…
Pittsburgh Braces for Winter Storm as Eastern Pennsylvania Faces Severe Conditions
As the winter storm swept across Pennsylvania on Sunday, February 22, 2026, officials have confirmed that the Pittsburgh region is…
Dr. Velma Scantlebury: A Pioneer in Transplant Surgery and Advocacy for Health Equity
In the mid-1980s, a young Velma Scantlebury stepped onto the bustling streets of Pittsburgh, not yet knowing that this city…
PNC Foundation Donates $2 Million for Snow Removal Equipment in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA — In a significant boost for the city’s snow removal operations, the PNC Foundation has announced a generous…
GOP Demands Financial Transparency as UPMC and PNC Commit Millions for Pittsburgh’s Emergency Vehicles
By Hallie Lauer The local Republican committee is urging the City of Pittsburgh to ensure transparency in how recent significant…
Elfinwild Presbyterian Church Adaptation During Heavy Snowstorm: A Testament to Community Spirit
By Roberta Burkhart, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette As a significant winter storm swept across Allegheny County on January 25, 2026, leaving a…
Pittsburgh Diocese Church Closures Stir Deep Emotions Amid Upcoming Lent
In a heart-wrenching turn of events for parishioners in the Pittsburgh area, the Catholic Diocese has announced the impending closure…