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Historic Troy Hill Firehouse awaits new life as a neighborhood development

The URA is seeking proposals from developers to restore the Beaux Arts building on Ley St. as one that could have a mixed use while preserving the building’s character.

22 Nov 2021

10 great places where Pittsburgh kids can volunteer and make a difference

"Helping others can make them feel good, and can make others feel good as well. They learn that reciprocal happy feeling.”

10 Nov 2021

Your move: 5 cool homes for sale in Pittsburgh, from an artist’s abode to a condo in a former factory

As Pittsburgh continues to recover from the pandemic’s economic effects, its real estate market remains strong.

03 Nov 2021

Four core Hill District properties may soon undergo major renovation to strengthen community services

Four properties on Centre and Wylie avenues that play a critical role in the Hill District may soon undergo major reconstruction.

18 Oct 2021

Photo courtesy of Carnegie Mellon University

Meet Iris, CMU’s lunar rover that’s getting ready to launch

Iris, developed by Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute, is scheduled to go to the moon in 2022.

13 Oct 2021

Gilded Age mansion on Beechwood Boulevard for sale in Pittsburgh’s East End

The mansion, built in 1920 by Marguerite Finley, the widow of a banker and steel company president, recently hit the market for $4.9 million.

06 Oct 2021

15 Pittsburgh institutions get a home on Google Arts & Culture page

“Pittsburgh is a trailblazer in American culture, from manufacturing to contemporary art, and now everyone can experience the sights and sounds that make it so unique.”

28 Sep 2021

Gilded Age estate built by the Vandergrift family awaits its next chapter

“There are springs and streams throughout the property, and some flat, grassy areas. At one time there were [gardens].”

20 Sep 2021

Self-driving car company Aurora making Pittsburgh its headquarters

Aurora’s decision to name Pittsburgh as its corporate headquarters underscores the city’s position as the home of automated vehicles.

09 Sep 2021

Foster Love Project moving to a bigger space and expanding its outreach

“The goal is giving a child a dignified experience and making them feel loved any time they are at our center or participating in one of our events.”

31 Aug 2021

Author Sandra Tolliver