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Wednesday, January 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Pittsburgh residents navigate steep streets with strategic pre-trip planning during snowfall, facing challenges and improving driving skills.  WTAE
  • Pittsburgh's city planning has approved one group as a Registered Community Organization for the Manchester neighborhood amid a $740 million development project, while another group's application is pending.  PublicSource

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Three individuals safely escaped a house fire in Pittsburgh's Marshall-Shadeland neighborhood.  CBS Pittsburgh

CRIME NEWS

  • A man is accused by Pennsylvania State Police of sexually abusing a child over nine years, leading to 610 criminal charges, alongside other local incidents including a house fire, a shooting, an SUV crashing into a store, and a school reopening after fire damage.  The Tribune-Review

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Pittsburgh's K&L Gates law firm commits to a 15-year lease extension downtown, underscoring its long-term dedication to the city amid a market where few similar commitments exist.  KDKA

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Pittsburgh Police and Fire Training Academy has been without heating since before November, with officials now using electric and propane heaters to cope with the cold.  WPXI

SPORTS NEWS

  • Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cam Heyward missed practice due to the flu but is expected to play in the upcoming game against the Ravens.  PennLive
  • Former Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Bob Veale, known for his dominant left-handed pitching and contributing to the team's 1971 World Series victory, has passed away at 89.  WPXI

EVENTS

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  • Pittsburgh RV Show 2025

    The Pittsburgh RV Show is the longest-running indoor event focused on recreational vehicles, showcasing a wide variety of RV models, accessories, and innovations for enthusiasts and potential buyers.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Pittsburgh RV Show 2025

    The Pittsburgh RV Show 2025, the longest-running indoor RV show in the country, will showcase hundreds of new RV models and technologies from January 11-19, 2025 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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  • Silverstein Live - 25 Years of Noise

    The concert features the band Silverstein alongside Thursday, Arm's Length, and Split Chain at Stage AE in Pittsburgh.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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  • Seeds of Renewal: Planting a Vibrant New Year 2025

    This event features a series of wellness workshops and healing sessions designed to foster connection and set intentions for the upcoming year.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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  • Damon Buxton Live at Antonio's Pizzeria

    Enjoy a live performance by Damon Buxton at Antonio's Pizzeria in Pittsburgh.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • Nfinity Champions League Cheerleading Competition - Pittsburgh 2025

    The Nfinity Champions League Pittsburgh 2025 cheerleading competition will take place at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, featuring bids for The Summit & D2 Summit.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • ONE PIECE Music Symphony Concert in Pittsburgh

    Experience a unique symphonic concert featuring over 50 musicians performing music from the adventures of ONE PIECE.

    Sun, 1/26/25

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  • Life of Pi: A Theatrical Adaptation

    Life of Pi is a visually stunning theatrical adaptation of the bestselling novel, depicting a young boy's extraordinary survival journey with a Bengal tiger after a shipwreck.

    Tue, 1/28/25

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  • Grateful Dub: Reggae Tribute to the Grateful Dead

    Grateful Dub presents a reggae-infused tribute to the Grateful Dead featuring special guests Roots of Creation at Thunderbird Café & Music Hall.

    Wed, 1/29/25

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  • Pittsburgh Remodeling Expo 2025

    The Pittsburgh Remodeling Expo offers a comprehensive showcase of home improvement solutions, products, and services over a three-day period at Acrisure Stadium.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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