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Want to laugh? The Pittsburgh comedy scene gives you more reason than ever

“There are comics in Pittsburgh that are just as good as anyone on Comedy Central," says one promoter. And now more than ever there are more venues and classes for comedians of all levels.

08 Dec 2015

Riverlife and U.S. Army Corps pursue North Shore restoration in new aquatic ecosystem study

The newly announced study will determine possibilities for future North Shore restoration, providing a national model for similar projects in an urban area.

14 Aug 2015

Young Architects Studio Competition to reimagine the iconic Bayer sign

The sixth annual YASC competition partners with Mayor Peduto's Pittsburgh 200 celebration to challenge young designers to reimagine the iconic Bayer sign.

10 Aug 2015

fitUnited delivering 10,000 healthy meals this summer to children in Hazelwood and Homewood

fitUnited returns to Homewood and expands to Hazelwood, delivering fresh groceries to help feed the nearly 100 children attending home-based childcare centers in both communities.

03 Aug 2015

Brass Building Lofts offer modern living in the Strip

Reimagined from a former brass foundry built in 1904, the Brass Building Lofts in the Strip District offer trendy living in a rapidly developing area.

27 Jul 2015

Carnegie Library in Beechview–a jewel in the crown–reopens to great acclaim

After a year's worth of renovations, community members celebrate the return of Carnegie's Beechview Library and the positive impact it will bring.

20 Jul 2015

DermatologistOnCall now has app to get doctor help within hours

Iagnosis expands its DermatologistOnCall platform, connecting patients to quality treatment plans without the wait time and trip to the doctor's office. "If someone uses our application, they'll be in contact with a dermatologist within 12 hours."

20 Jul 2015

Humanae (aka The Pantone Project) will feature photos of 150 Pittsburghers on the facade of the August Wilson Center

The international art project known as The Pantone Project will feature 150 photos of local residents on the facade of the August Wilson Center to foster conversations about race and community in Pittsburgh.

15 Jul 2015

The Great Puzzle Pursuit: adventure in Pittsburgh, compete to win cash prizes

Join the Great Puzzle Pursuit and compete for cash prizes in a "National Treasure" inspired adventure in Pittsburgh.

10 Jul 2015

The Furries will parade outside this year for the first time

"Pittsburgh not only greeted us, but really rolled out the red carpet," says the chief organizer of Anthrocon, the annual, international "Furries" convention held in Pittsburgh since 2006.

06 Jul 2015

Author Ian Mikrut