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