Pittsburgh, known as the Steel City, has evolved from its manufacturing roots into a vibrant tech hub, housing major companies and innovative startups. Its culture includes a unique dialect, passionate sports fandom, and a diverse food scene influenced by immigrant communities. Pittsburgh exemplifies a successful urban reinvention while maintaining its rich history.
Behind the Lens: When times were simple – including the world of sports
Sports editor Mike Longo Jr. says there's nothing wrong with taking a trip down memory lane. In fact, he strongly recommends taking that journey – it just might do you a world of good.
Whom do you call when a T. rex has a dental emergency?
When West Hills Gazette Editor Sonja Reis encountered a toothache-stricken T. rex outside Fred Rogers Productions in Pittsburgh's South Side Works, she contemplated sharing his plight on social media. Instead, she opted to enlist broader support using the digital news platform to get the Mister Rogers-themed dinosaur much needed dental care.
Fish Fry: a Pittsburgh Lenten Staple
Like with pizza joints, McKees Rocks is heavily dotted with churches. Once all separate congregations, the years and lack of parishioners have rendered these churches empty. For sale signs take…
An interview with Ed Gainey, first African-American mayor of Pittsburgh
February is Black History Month and what better way to kick off the celebration than to speak with Pittsburgh’s first African American mayor, Ed Gainey. → Did you know since…
Curious about local bridge conditions?
Following the Jan. 28 collapse of the Fern Hollow Bridge in Pittsburgh, area residents are questioning the safety and integrity of the hundreds of other bridge structures in the region.…
Utility company powers ahead with transmission line overhaul
Following two years of disputes with residents and the county sanitary authority, Duquesne Light is ready to start overhauling its main transmission lines between Pittsburgh and Moon. Over the next…






