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Herschend is set to acquire Kennywood, Idlewild and Sandcastle from Palace Entertainment and will take over operations without making immediate changes + plans include training new employees and exploring enhancements while keeping guest experiences steady.

The sale is not yet complete and the company will work closely with park teams as it finalizes the transition.

A man was charged with arson in connection with a house fire in Millvale — authorities are reviewing the case.

The search for Sudiksha Konanki continues as her parents asked Dominican authorities to file a declaration of death after an extensive search indicated she is believed to have drowned on March 6 at a Punta Cana beach—police are investigating the last person seen with her, who remains in custody without evidence of foul play.

County Executive Sara Innamorato, Deputy Mayor Jake Pawlak, and Partner4Work CEO Rob Cherry announced that applications for the Learn & Earn Summer Youth Employment Program are now open through June 6, offering 1,000 spots for local youth to gain work experience.

The updated program features raised wages—starting at $10 per hour—and a centralized payroll process for timely direct deposits.

A court in Allegheny County ruled in a conservatorship case on March 4th that awarded control of a Park Hill Drive property in East Hills to a private developer—rejecting nonprofit Rising Tide Partners’ plan to oversee the property.

Rising Tide has appealed the decision as the court tests Pennsylvania’s law for halting abandoned property decay.

PennDOT has begun the second season of construction on I-376 from Rodi Road to the Pennsylvania Turnpike to resurface the road, improve bridge transitions, and replace a declining median for more than 70,000 daily drivers.

Crews will change traffic to one lane per direction starting Friday at 9 p.m., with 11-foot lanes in place as the outbound bridge wraps up in late July and work shifts to the inbound side into the fall.

Developer Todd Meyer filed for conservatorship of an abandoned Boyle Street property in Pittsburgh’s North Side to fix it for affordable rentals—nonprofit Rising Tide Partners intervened and now appeals after a judge granted the case to Meyer based on his clear plans.

The Superior Court will review whether nonprofits should receive preference under the state law.

Take Madness is The Pitt News’ version of March Madness that features four local sports writers offering hot takes on the Pens’ rebuild, the Steelers’ quarterback search, the NCAA Women’s Tournament, and the Pirates’ playoff hopes.

Readers can vote on Instagram and X (social media platforms) to help decide which opinions resonate (and shape local sports chatter) as the series brings fresh perspectives to Pittsburgh teams.

MercyMe Concert

7-8:30 p.m. | Petersen Events Center | Ticket prices vary | Experience the uplifting sound of Christian indie rock with MercyMe on their tour.

Slappers N Bangers Music Event

Experience a vibrant night of live music at the Thunderbird Café & Music Hall with standing room general admission for those 21 and over.

The Vindys Big Blitz Concert

Ohio-based alt-rock band The Vindys will perform at Thunderbird Café & Music Hall, showcasing their dynamic blend of rock, blues, and vintage pop.

Paul Thorn Live Performance

Paul Thorn will perform at City Winery Pittsburgh, offering an engaging musical experience.

Alternative Rock and Pop Night with Jaaye, Pretoria, and Social Cig

Pittsburgh-based alternative rock and pop band Jaaye will perform alongside Pretoria and Social Cig at the Green Beacon Gallery.

Madama Butterfly

7-8:30 p.m. | Benedum Center for the Performing Arts | Ticket prices vary | Experience a reimagined tale of love and loss in an all-Japanese creative production.

Ronald Bickel – Landside Piano Performance

3-5 p.m. — Pittsburgh International Airport — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful performance by local musician Ronald Bickel in the bustling atmosphere of the airport.

La Sonora Dinamita Concert

9 PM — Insomnia Bar & Restaurante Mexicano — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of vibrant Latin music with La Sonora Dinamita.

The Parishables Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. | 222 Ormsby | Ticket prices vary | Experience live music from The Parishables in an intimate venue.

Culinary Arts Program

Culinary Arts Program — All day — Bidwell Training Center — No-cost training — Master the art of cooking with hands-on experience and expert instruction.