Pittsburgh
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The Little League World Series generated nearly $40 million for Lycoming County’s economy
With the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, and the FIFA World Cup, March Madness, and MLB’s All-Star Game taking place in Philadelphia, major sporting events could bring even bigger bucks to Pa. in 2026.
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Philadelphia’s mass transit cuts foreshadow possible similar moves in Pittsburgh, other cities across US
SEPTA has said its cuts this week amount to a 20% across-the-board service reduction to deal with a deficit of more than $200 million. Pittsburgh Regional Transit is considering a 35% service reduction to help close what it calls a roughly $100 million deficit this year.
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Best dog-friendly spots in every part of PA
Mark National Dog Day on August 26 by bringing your best friend to these dog-friendly haunts in Pennsylvania.
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UPMC nurses make history by voting to unionize
Nurses at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital became the first nurses to win a union election at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pennsylvania’s largest employer.
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9 wacky traditions Pennsylvania colleges keep alive
From throwing slices of bread to screaming away the stress, here are nine weird Pennsylvania college traditions that help area universities build community.
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Rep. Chris Deluzio says Democrats need to earn union members’ trust back
US Rep. Chris Deluzio believes his party needs a better approach to win over union members.
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SEPTA funding crisis could affect central Pennsylvania’s Amtrak service, congressman warns
Rep. Brendan Boyle said the national passenger rail agency would lose $71 million if transit funding crisis persists
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Pennsylvania nurses get union election despite Trump’s delays at labor board
Contentious campaign prompted local officials to collect union-busting reports. Voting starts August 19.
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How do mascots like the Phillie Phanatic and Pirate Parrot stay fresh in the summer heat? Vodka and water
Sports fans around the globe get their kicks from all costumed creatures great and small that entertain no matter how red-hot it gets under that heavy honker. The musky muppets take the field through triple-digit heat, broken temperature records and oppressive humidity that can wilt even the most die-hard fan during the summer stretch.
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Fatal explosion at U.S. Steel’s plant raises questions about its future, despite heavy investment
The fatal explosion at U.S. Steel’s Pittsburgh-area coal-processing plant has revived debate about its future just as the iconic American company was emerging from a long period of uncertainty.
