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A closed sign sits on the door of the Panther Pit Sports Bar on Meyran Ave following health code violations in Feb. 2023.

The Panther Pit raided and closed by law enforcement, marks third raid in past year

By Spencer Levering, Assistant News Editor September 18, 2024
The Panther Pit Sports Bar and Grill, located on Meyran Ave., was raided by liquor enforcement officers and issued a closure on Tuesday morning. State Police said the location was operating without a liquor license, and the Allegheny County Health Department listed numerous health violations.
Closed sign posted on the Panther Pit.

Panther Pit to reopen after resolving most health code violations

By Alexandra Ross, Assistant News Editor March 2, 2023
The Allegheny County Health Department ruled that Panther Pit Sports Bar may reopen on Thursday afternoon, less than a week after it forced the bar to close for having seven health code violations.
The outside of Panther Pit Sports Bar, located on 226 Meyran Avenue.

Panther Pit forced to close after receiving seven health code violations

By Punya Bhasin, News Editor February 27, 2023
Panther Pit Sports Bar was ordered to close Sunday after receiving seven health code violations from the Allegheny County Health Department. The incident report detailed leaking sewage pipes, lack of soap for handwashing and damaged floor and ceilings.
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