Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of June.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
On May 28, Ingomar Volunteer Fire Company No. 2 hosted fire safety training at its main station on Harmony Drive to educate residents from Woodhaven Oaks (and Olde Ingomar) about prevention methods like closing bedroom doors and testing alarms.
McCandless Fire Marshal Wissner led the session to promote fire safety.
Allegheny YMCA on the North Side held a ribbon-cutting Friday afternoon for its $26 million renovation that introduced a modernized health and wellness area with state-of-the-art gym equipment and new childcare center — the pool reopens next month and construction on housing units will finish by December.
Randall Fogle, the first of nine miners rescued from the Quecreek Mine in summer 2002, died at age (68) on Friday, June 5.
Funeral details have not been released.
Steel City Tunnel Partners was awarded a $1 billion contract by Alcosan for building the Ohio River Tunnel yesterday.
The award paves the way for upcoming construction work on the project.
Boaters are docking along the three rivers ahead of Morgan Wallen's concert weekend at Acrisure Stadium, as some have arrived weeks early (to secure a prime spot near the North Shore Riverwalk) for two shows tonight and tomorrow.
Local organizers plan Pittsburgh Pride this weekend, featuring a free festival with games, art, food vendors and live entertainment at Allegheny Commons Park West from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, with a Pride March on Sunday beginning at 10 a.m. on Liberty Avenue in the Strip District.
Pittsburgh will celebrate its 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with events running from June 25 through July 5, featuring a Plain White T’s concert, the largest fireworks display in decades on July 4, and family-friendly activities at Point State Park, the North Shore & Mount Washington.
Today, at Arts Landing, visitors explore the new Squonk Joy Machine which turns music into an interactive playground — Heather and David share their direct view of its playful vibe.
Boaz Frankel tours the Artist Market at the Three Rivers Arts Festival & highlights local creative offerings.
The market invites locals to find unique pieces to display, showcasing a vibrant part of this year's event.
Students riding Don Withers' bus to Jefferson Hills Intermediate School sang the National Anthem every Friday and gave their driver and crossing guard a summer sendoff on the last day of school—a cherished local tradition captured on video.
The Community College of Allegheny County will keep tuition and nearly all fees flat for the 2026-27 school year, with in-county tuition holding at $130 per credit — the Board of Trustees approved a $121.7 million budget that only adjusts lab fees for some courses.
A road in Allegheny County will be closed for several months as Pugliano Construction begins culvert work costing $335,922.
The project will slow local traffic and may require drivers to use alternate routes.
UPMC purchased a stalled hotel development site on Penn Avenue near Children's Hospital for $3.94M, and the site is planned as an overflow parking area.
The property had long been proposed for a new hotel but delays halted the project.
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.
Miami Marlins vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Slippery Rock Day
12:10–2:05 p.m. — PNC Park — $10 Loaded Value and special ticket pricing available — Celebrate Slippery Rock Day with baseball, alumni mingling, and exclusive giveaways.
Breakthrough Basketball Camp
June 16-18 — ALL AMERICAN+ Field House — $97 for observing coaches — Improve ball handling and scoring skills at this high-intensity youth basketball camp.
Infinity Song Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Spirit Lodge — Fee-free, cash-only tickets available — Experience the harmonious sounds of Infinity Song with Khatumu live in concert.
Savannah Dexter Concert
8 p.m. — Jergel's Rhythm Grille — $32.65 - $44.15 — Experience an electrifying night with Savannah Dexter's live performance at Jergel's.
Algernon Cadwallader Live
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Entry info pending — Enjoy a night of energetic tunes from the beloved punk band with a fresh album and original lineup.
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