Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
A man in Pittsburgh died after being electrocuted by live wires on Tuesday evening, officials said.
Jennifer DeSalvo started The Bark Barn in Sewickley Hills to give pets a quiet, caring place after she missed her beloved rescue, Brody—she built it to treat pets like family.
The facility offers boarding at $40 a day for dogs and $18 a day for cats, and a new grooming service will be added later this year—continuing her commitment to personalized pet care.
Pittsburgh’s Three Rivers Arts Festival will take place this summer and will feature a new venue — offering fresh music and star-studded performances for local audiences.
With less than a month before the May primary, all four Pittsburgh mayoral candidates will meet Tuesday night at a forum to discuss their plans for the city+ details on the venue and schedule have yet to be released.
On Tuesday, Pittsburgh Regional Transit held the first of three public hearings on proposed service cuts that include a 40% reduction and ending service after 11 p.m.—Riders then gathered at a Save Our Service rally to share their concerns about how these changes would affect their daily commutes. Additional hearings are scheduled through June.
Today, the Pittsburgh Steelers invited Eddie Faulkner IV—son of running backs coach Eddie Faulkner and a standout at Slippery Rock—to join their rookie minicamp, where he will try to prove his NFL skills.
He earned All-PSAC West honors twice and now looks to secure a role with his team.
Drivers in Pittsburgh will face road closures — beginning at noon on May 2 along the Boulevard of the Allies and lasting until Sunday — as the DICK’S Sporting Goods Marathon weekend draws 46,000 participants.
City officials advise planning extra travel time since the detours will affect downtown traffic during the race events.
AJJ Solo Concert
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20 — Experience the intimate sounds of AJJ's folk punk melodies in a cozy setting.
Come From Away
7:30 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — $ — Experience a heartwarming musical about compassion and community during a historic moment in time.
Woodland Creatures
8 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience an enchanting evening of Americana music featuring Woodland Creatures, Liz Berlin, and Chet Vincent.
Bruce Hornsby Live in Concert
7-9 p.m. — Byham Theater — Tickets from $93 — Experience Bruce Hornsby's electrifying performance packed with pop anthems and stunning visuals.
DJ Brownie and DJ Greenie Performance
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $15 to $20 — Enjoy a night of diverse beats with DJ Brownie and DJ Greenie keeping the dance floor alive.
Katie Pruitt Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spirit — $35 — Experience an evening of soulful tunes with Katie Pruitt at Spirit Hall in Pittsburgh.
Trevor Wallace: The Alpha Beta Male
7-8:30 p.m. — Byham Theater — Ticket limit: 6 per customer — Enjoy a night of laughs with stand-up comedian Trevor Wallace, known for his viral social media presence.
Pittsburgh Power and Fitness Festival
9:00 – 10:30 AM — David L. Lawrence Convention Center — No refunds — Test your strength at this competitive powerlifting event featuring categories for all skill levels.
The Rasmus Concert
5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Crafthouse Stage & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a live performance by the Finnish rock band that has captivated audiences since 1994.
Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass Concert
7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Byham Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening with Herb Alpert playing classic hits from his iconic catalog.
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