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I'm Running For Office: Navigating the Pennsylvania 2024 General Elections: Key Races and Voter Information
- Posted by Scratch
As we approach the Pennsylvania general elections on November 5, 2024, we have sought to provide yinz with some guidance. In every Pennsylvania county, voters will have the opportunity to weigh in on statewide races for president, U.S. Senate, attorney general, auditor general and treasurer.
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Esplanade Pittsburgh: Poised To Transform Pittsburgh's 'North Side'
- Posted by Noodles
After years of planning, Piatt Companies is ready to move forward with their $600 million riverfront development project called the Esplanade to revitalize a dormant part of Pittsburgh's North Side just up from Rivers Casino along the Ohio River.
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Funny Newz N' At: Bellevue Man Decides To Become Rich — And Nothing Happened
- Posted by Noodles
PITTSBURGH, PA.—Cliff Epperson, help desk support plankton at UPMC, was tired of incrementally climbing the corporate ladder of the IT world, only to find he would be knocked down a few pegs at performance review time. In nearly 15-years, the lifelong Bellevue resident has never climbed out of the 30s—salary-wise or out of his parent's wood-paneled basement—despite boasting a robust 2.8 GPA from Slippery Rock University.
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Heisenburgh: Mike Tomlin's Lack of Rookie Success Hinders Steelers
- Posted by Noodles
When it comes to success for head coaches in the NFL, many factors come into play—talent, strategy, and even a bit of luck—such as Mike Tomlin inheriting Ben Roethlisberger as QB1.
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Sports in extreme heat: Warning signs of heat illness and how high school athletes can safely prepare for the start of team practices
- Posted by Scratch
High school sports teams start practices soon in what has been an extremely hot summer in much of the country. Now, before they hit the field, is the time for athletes to start slowly and safely building up strength and stamina.
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The Pittsburgh Yinzer Olympics: A Celebration of Local Flair and Fun
- Posted by Noodles
Ladies and gents, grab your Terrible Towels and get ready for the most spectacular sporting event to hit the Burgh—The Pittsburgh Yinzer Olympics!
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The Unexpected Closure of a Cadillac Ranch in Robinson Township Surprises Locals
- Posted by Scratch
Every so often, a local hub of activity and gastronomy seems to close its doors practically overnight, leaving the community startled.
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