Pittsburgh
Morning News
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kennywood has long given local teens their first work experience by offering summer jobs, including handing out wristbands to guests. The park continues this tradition as new generations are invited each summer to learn valuable skills. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Grow Pittsburgh hosted its 14th annual Seed Swap at the Carnegie Library on Saturday as warm weather and the approaching final frost boosted hopes for a fruitful gardening season. Hundreds exchanged seeds and received expert advice (hands-on activities were available) to inspire their spring plantings. WPXI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allegheny County began construction on Campbells Run Road today — the project is set to run for five years. CBS Pittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Canon-McMillan's Marlee Solomon overcame an injury in the PIAA girls wrestling finals to capture her second state title. The finals were held in Hershey, Pa. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Tommy Novak scored 17 seconds into overtime on Sunday to lift the Penguins to a 5-4 win over the Bruins. Anthony Mantha scored two third-period goals that snapped a three-game losing streak despite the absence of key players (Crosby and Malkin). CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ The Riverhounds lost their season opener on Saturday & a familiar face spoiled a clean first half at Patriots Point Soccer Stadium in Charleston, S.C. The setback leaves the team looking to bounce back in upcoming matches. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ The Penguins were quiet at their NHL trade deadline Friday as they avoided major moves after owner Kyle Dubas made nearly a dozen trades on previous deadlines—this restraint may help the team keep focus for upcoming games. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Pitt won an overtime game against Syracuse today. The win, *a boost for the team*, added another victory to their season record. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ KDKA-TV Sports analyst Cassidy Wood and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Brian Batko discussed the Penguins’ shootout struggles and Pitt basketball’s fight for a tournament invite on their Nightly Sports Call (highlighting March Madness and playoff prospects). CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Former Steelers wide receiver Gunner Olszewski signed a one-year deal with the New York Giants after spending the last two seasons as a return man; he continues his role with the Giants since joining them in 2023 (report shows he totals over 2,000 return yards in his career). PennLive
- ➤ Former NHL star Troy Murray, a long-time analyst who played for teams including the Pittsburgh Penguins, died Saturday at 63 after battling cancer. PennLive
- ➤ Ben Cherington praised Pirates top prospect Konnor Griffin, calling him impressive as he discussed the team's ongoing position battles ahead of the upcoming season. His comments come as the Pirates plan adjustments to fill gaps in their lineup. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Norwin junior Landon Sidun wrestled in the PIAA Class 3A finals at Hershey's Giant Center where four champions were crowned. The tournament highlighted intense competition and strong local talent. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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2026 SAS Annual Conference
8 PM – 8 PM — The Westin Pittsburgh — Check official website for pricing — Engage in cutting-edge discussions on affective science in a vibrant city hub.
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A-10 Men's Basketball Championship Session 4
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM — PPG Paints Arena — Tickets from $28 — Catch the excitement as teams battle it out for the championship title in an action-packed session.
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Bastard Bearded Irishmen Festival
5-9 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $24.29 — Experience high-energy Celtic rock with local favorites and more on the Front Porch Stage.
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Josiah Queen: The Mt. Zion Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket pricing varies — Experience an uplifting night of worship with Josiah Queen and special guests as they perform powerful music from the Mt. Zion album.
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5AM Trio and G-Space Concert
8-11:59 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $32.01 — Enjoy a night of live music with 5AM Trio and G-Space at a top-rated venue.
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Shen Yun Performance
2:00-10:30 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience a breathtaking journey through 5,000 years of Chinese culture with stunning dance and live music.
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Aaron Gillespie Live
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $29 to $33.26 — Experience an intimate evening of music and stories with Aaron Gillespie and friends.
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A Hands-On Introduction to Color Grading
6-9 p.m. — Trace Brewing — Bring your own laptop — Dive into the world of color grading with this immersive workshop using DaVinci Resolve.
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Morgan Jay: The Goofy Guy Tour
7-10 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket limit of 6 — Enjoy a unique blend of music and comedy from LA's rising star.
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Odoo Academy Training Session
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown — Free entry — Enhance your Odoo skills with interactive training sessions led by seasoned experts.
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