Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of May.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
Pools across the region are kicking off the summer season with many already open and others set to begin this week; Alameda Waterpark in Butler opens on June 6 while Belmont Complex in Kittanning began service May 30 and 31—check online for hours and fees.
Night markets are growing across Western Pa as Squirrel Hill will host events on June 27, Aug.
22 and Sept. 26; Greensburg, Allentown, New Kensington and North Huntingdon plan markets with food trucks, crafts and live music later this season.
Pool season is underway from Vandergrift to Penn Hills as crews finished major renovations and routine maintenance at facilities including the Joseph A.
Petrarca Memorial Pool, where repairs followed vandalism. Renovated sites host Wednesday night swims and live stage performances, with full fixes planned for next spring (patches hold until then).
The first Li’l Bridgey 5K in Brighton Heights celebrated a new bridge and community ties among local residents.
Organizers said the race recently drew strong turnout from neighbors.
Aer Lingus flight 81 touched down at Pittsburgh International Airport on May 25, marking the region’s first nonstop service to Dublin with an Irish-themed celebration featuring live music & giveaways.
The service, operating four times weekly, is expected to generate $23 million annually and support over 150 jobs.
RiverLife Chalk Fest kicked off Saturday at Allegheny Landing on the North Shore with over two dozen professional chalk artists creating murals along Isabella Street and the Three Rivers Heritage Trail, and today the community joins local food vendors and live music plus public chalk art opportunities.
Residents from Alle Kiski Valley are riding a bus today to Harrisburg to ask lawmakers to pass bills easing rising living costs; about 200 community members from six chapters will meet state lawmakers on Monday and gather outside the Capitol to share concerns and demand change.
Riders have asked Pittsburgh Regional Transit to rethink its planned bus service changes after over 2+ years of study and a shift in approach.
Officials are reviewing options as the community pushes for better service.
West Deer nurse Randy Crim at UPMC St. Margaret relies on his diabetic alert dog Linus to detect blood sugar drops faster than electronic sensors.
The service dog signals Crim with a paw or bark to help prevent sugar crashes (the duo has been working together for seven years).
Jake Mangum went 3-for-4 with a home run and go-ahead RBI single as the Pirates rallied from a six-run deficit to secure a 10-9 win over the Twins on Saturday (Brandon Lowe was ejected after disputing a call), and the series wraps up Sunday.
Bryan Reynolds hit a walk-off homer that gave the Pirates a win in Jared Jones' return on Friday night (May 29) at the ballpark.
Two Pitt men’s basketball players worked out for NBA organizations ahead of the NBA Draft next month — a key step in the scouting process.
Taking Back Sunday Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Stage AE — VIP packages available — Enjoy an exclusive experience with meet & greet and personal photography with Taking Back Sunday.
St. Vincent with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
7:30-9 p.m. — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience St. Vincent’s innovative music reimagined through orchestral arrangements alongside the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
Prince Daddy & The Hyena Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets available — Catch the energetic sounds of Prince Daddy and The Hyena live in Pittsburgh.
Morgan Wallen Concert
5-7 p.m. — Acrisure Stadium — Tickets required — Enjoy a lively country music performance amidst the excitement of Pittsburgh.
Morgan Wallen Live in Concert
5:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Acrisure Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of maverick country music with emerging star Ella Langley opening the show.
Teddy Swims Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Petersen Events Center — Price TBA — Enjoy an inspiring performance by Atlanta's vocal sensation Teddy Swims as he shares his journey through music.
Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio Live
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Age 18+ — Experience feel-good music with the incredible Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio.
The Dream Eaters with Take Me With You
7-11 p.m. — Poetry Lounge, Pittsburgh, PA — Tickets available — Experience a night of soaring vocals and synth-pop with Brooklyn's The Dream Eaters and friends.
Blacktop Mojo and Guests
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission — Experience the raw energy of Blacktop Mojo and Anything But Human live in concert.
The Clarks in Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of authentic rock music with The Clarks, known for their raw performances and genuine sound.
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