Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
Allegheny Observatory and Riverview Park will mark Arbor Day on April 26 from 2 to 5:30 p.m. with physics and space activities and a celebration of the Moon Tree that grew from a seed flown around the moon by NASA.
Outdoor events include hands-on demonstrations, a jazz musician, art activities, and guided hikes—indoor programs require free timed reservations.
A car crashed into a Penn Hills business on Frankstown Road on Thursday and left the scene, damaging the building owned by local entrepreneur Rico Rucker who said this marked the ninth incident at his property while police investigate.
Crews in Ross Township began a new phase of construction on McKnight Road, working on the bridge over Babcock Boulevard.
The project will close the northbound off-ramp to Babcock Boulevard until early July — ramp traffic will be detoured.
Camp Rise Up will be held on Saturday, April 26 at Raccoon Creek State Park to support teens aged 11 to 18 who lost a loved one to suicide.
Co-founders Sarah Waddell and Celeste Wilhelm, trained by AFSP, developed the free day camp to include talking sessions and games—helping participants heal.
Leidos and Pitt’s CPACE announced on April 18th their $10 million investment to develop AI tools that speed up disease detection for cancer and heart disease—this five-year project will build a research hub and offer training for future health care specialists.
Many NFL general managers believe the Steelers will choose a quarterback in the first round, and NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah said teams that pick after Pittsburgh may have fewer quarterback choices if the team trades up.
Ray Fittipaldo released his final 7-round Steelers mock NFL draft which shows that the team may need a big investment in young talent — GM Omar Khan now must wait for the next generation to join Pittsburgh.
The Penguins ended their season Thursday with their worst record yet and will not be in the Stanley Cup playoffs for the third straight spring; general manager Kyle Dubas now faces many questions about the team’s offseason plans.
Denzel Curry Live Concert
12:00 PM — Stage AE — Tickets available — Experience the explosive talent of Denzel Curry in a high-energy live performance.
Bob Dylan Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Bob Dylan live in concert.
Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: New & Noted with Marie Benedict & Courtney Sheinmel
7-8:30 p.m. — Carnegie Library Lecture Hall — Registration required — Enjoy a historical adventure unveiling the secrets of Lovelace Academy with bestselling authors Marie Benedict and Courtney Sheinmel.
WIN-Giving Social Networking Event
5-7 p.m. — Refucilo Winery — $20/person — Connect over refreshments and support community programs through workforce development.
Different Places In Space Concert
8 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets required — Enjoy an energetic blend of psych rock and improvisational jams from local and touring bands.
Turn It Up Dance Challenge Competitions
April 25-27 — Monroeville Convention and Events Center — Entry details available on registration — Experience a fantastic weekend of competitive dancing and entertainment.
Earth Month – Vintage Mart
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Construction Junction — Free entry — Discover a treasure trove of retro collectibles, toys, and vintage finds at this marketplace event.
Brendan Abernathy with Sofia Isella
7-8:30 p.m. — Spirit — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of music with Brendan Abernathy and Sofia Isella in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs
6:40 p.m. — PNC Park — Cheap tickets available — Experience the thrill of a live baseball game between two iconic teams.
Retirement Navigation Workshop
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM — Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse — Free entry — A dinner workshop filled with essential strategies to safeguard your retirement against key risks.
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