Pittsburgh
Morning News
Saturday, March 29th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After a two-year project, Frick Park now has a fully accessible section with wide paved paths and a mud kitchen that serve wheelchair users and families. The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 15—an event set to celebrate this historic upgrade. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PRT board members will meet soon to discuss proposed service reductions and fare increases — changes that could affect riders in Pittsburgh. They will review the proposals and consider the potential impact on transit service. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ PennDOT announced that 57 new transportation projects will begin later this year in the Pittsburgh region, improving 551 miles of roadway and 43 bridges in Allegheny, Beaver and Lawrence counties at an investment of over $537 million. The projects include work on Route 22/30 over Interstate 376 Parkway West Interchange and Route 2114 McKeesport Duquesne Bridge preservation — officials detailed — to enhance travel safety. The Tribune-Review
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ USA Today’s 10Best vertical ranked two MLB stadiums in Pennsylvania among the nation’s top five — PNC Park in Pittsburgh is fourth and Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia is first — based on fan votes. PennLive
- ➤ On March 27th, the Sabres defeated the Penguins 7-3—Jiri Kulich scored twice in a five-goal second period that helped secure Buffalo's fourth straight home win. Penguins captain Sidney Crosby reached his 80th point and broke Wayne Gretzky's point-per-game record. CBS Pittsburgh
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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.
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Al Stewart and Livingston Taylor Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Tickets available — Experience an evening of folk music with longstanding artists in a cozy venue.
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Sound Series: Tara Clerkin Trio with Ricki Weidenhof
8 p.m. — The Andy Warhol Museum — Tickets available — Experience the unique sound of the Tara Clerkin Trio blending folk, dub, and psychedelia.
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Pittsburgh Pirates Home Opener vs. New York Yankees
5:00 AM – 5:12 PM — PNC Park — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the start of the MLB season as the Pirates take on the Yankees in their home opener.
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Forrest Frank Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Petersen Events Center — Tickets required — Experience a night of faith-driven lyrics and modern beats with Christian rapper Forrest Frank on his spring tour.
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Trivia Night for Christian Singles
6:30-9 p.m. — Lawrence Hall — $15 for Non-Members — Engage in friendly competition and connect with fellow Christian singles over trivia.
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Vundabar & Yot Club Concert
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $60 Fast Track tickets available — Experience a night of jangly indie rock and dreamy pop tunes from Vundabar and Yot Club.
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Kevin Howard – Landside Piano
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Pittsburgh International Airport — Free entry — Experience the smooth dynamic jazz sounds of award-winning artist Kevin Howard and his talented band.
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Nolan Taylor Live in Concert
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets $20 to $50 — Experience a powerful performance from a rising star in the heart of Pittsburgh.
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PhaseOne Concert
8:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $25 to $35 — Experience an electrifying night with PhaseOne and friends at this vibrant music venue.
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