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East Liberty revived with quirky, caffeinated renaissance

East Liberty revived with quirky, caffeinated renaissance

Two years ago, East Liberty was in the middle of a community-wide redevelopment project, and many of its new businesses weren’t sure if they were going to succeed.Zeke’s Coffee on Penn Avenue was...

To the Point: Three Rivers Arts Festival gives students a taste of the artistic side of Pittsburgh

To the Point: Three Rivers Arts Festival gives students a taste of the artistic side of Pittsburgh

By Nick Mullen / Staff Writer May 28, 2015

Next month, Downtown Pittsburgh will transform from a bustling metropolis into a world-class festival and celebration of the arts.Sponsored by Dollar Bank and produced by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust,...

Local artists vow to revamp city public art laws

Local artists vow to revamp city public art laws

By Grace Kelly / Staff Writer February 16, 2015

If public art in Pittsburgh had a Facebook page, it would be in a “complicated relationship” with the city — a relationship worthy of a dramatic soap opera script. Last Thursday, the city and the...

Playing the ball

Playing the ball

By Courtesy of Pitt Athletics October 29, 2014

Julian Dickenson in action in 2013. He has missed nearly all of the 2014 season due to a foot injury.

Changing clothes: Pittsburgh shops and shoppers adjust to fall

Changing clothes: Pittsburgh shops and shoppers adjust to fall

By Megan Wholey / For The Pitt News October 13, 2014

The time to buy is now. Just before the leaves turn, student shoppers flock to clothing stores in search of the perfect fall and winter wardrobes.But just how do Pittsburgh’s clothing stores approach...

Pinball in Pittsburgh: a crucial fixture in the global community

Pinball in Pittsburgh: a crucial fixture in the global community

By Jack Trainor / Staff Writer September 24, 2014

Cryss Stephens stands over a noisy, flashing “Star Trek” pinball machine, one of the newest games released by pinball giant Stern Pinball, Inc. last year. It barks orders and phrases at Stephens as...

Employment Guide: Pittsburgh filmmakers need more than connections for success

Employment Guide: Pittsburgh filmmakers need more than connections for success

By Ian Flanagan / Staff Writer September 12, 2014

For young, up-and-coming filmmakers, a passion for the movies is now just the bare minimum.“Don’t be afraid to bust your ass,” Tom Fisher, a 2012 Pitt film graduate currently working as multimedia...

Leading the way

Leading the way

By Photo courtesy of Pitt Athletics August 19, 2014

Senior Hilary Boxheimer is a key runner this season. 

Neko Case brings big voice, laughs to Byham Theater

Neko Case brings big voice, laughs to Byham Theater

By Shawn Cooke / A&E Editor July 1, 2014

Nearly all conversations about Neko Case revolve around her voice — it’s a powerful, cutting weapon of an instrument.After Monday night’s show at the Byham Theater, Case likely sparked several new...

2014 Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon

2014 Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon

May 6, 2014

The race route took participants down Forbes Avenue. (Courtesy Pittsburgh Marathon)

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