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The Tree of Life's Squirrel Hill sanctuary will be renamed for Sylvia and Martin Snow after a $1 million donation from their family fund.

Redesign plans include membership growth and community programs and major construction is set to start later this year.

Chris Acosta (chef known for his New Mexican pop-ups since 2020) is leading The Eastman project to refresh an East Allegheny space with his 'love forward, always' motto, promising a community-focused dining experience.

John Patterson and his younger brothers Will and Joe Robl co-own Pittsburgh Pickle Company and have produced about a million pickles over the past decade.

The family-run business operates without a single boss, as decisions remain shared among the siblings.

Aspinwall Beans ‘N’ Cream in Aspinwall is praised for a dedicated coffee crew — eight full-time and one part-time staff who add hometown warmth by serving local community members including teens and police, while owner Pete Sanida values partnership and continuity in every cup along Brilliant Avenue.

Westinghouse, a long-time Pittsburgh energy giant, is using new AI tools to boost its nuclear work — a move set to improve efficiency in upcoming projects.

The company, founded 140 years ago, plans to harness advanced technology to upgrade its energy processes.

Parkway East will close Friday, July 10, forcing detours on busy routes like Murray Avenue in Squirrel Hill, Edgewood, and Forest Hills.

Some local businesses worry about a drop in customers as extra traffic slows trips & may lead to changes in operating hours for the next 25 days.

Mic Drop, a new entertainment spot with karaoke and dueling pianos, opened Tuesday on the North Shore (occupying 4,321 sqft on North Shore Drive) and offered both lively nighttime shows with local bands and relaxed early evening programming with craft cocktails.

Hartwood Acres, a 692-acre park with a Tudor mansion and 200-year-old trees, joined the Old-Growth Forest Network on Tuesday.

The network now includes over 340 protected forests + offers residents public access to these natural treasures.

A stretch of I-279 in Pittsburgh, Ross and Ohio Township will close on five nights this week for demolition of Jacks Run Bridge No. 3 (expect delays) and drivers should plan alternate routes.

Vitalant says that the region’s type O blood supply has reached a two-year low and urges local donors to schedule appointments before July 11 to help replenish stock in Western Pennsylvania.

Donors will receive a T-shirt or gift card and be entered in a car drawing that runs through Aug. 8 (all in a bid to support hospitals in emergencies).

A surgical team at Allegheny General Hospital performed Pittsburgh’s first robotic-assisted kidney transplant in April using the da Vinci Surgical System for smaller incisions (which can lead to faster recovery) and established the center as the region’s only site for robotic donor and recipient procedures.

State and local health officials are tracking cyclosporiasis, caused by the parasite Cyclospora caytanensis (which can cause 'explosive' bowel movements), after 28 cases have been confirmed in Pennsylvania this year.

Residents with symptoms are advised to seek medical care promptly.

The Penguins signed restricted free agents Egor Chinakhov, Arturs Silovs, David Gustafsson & Joel Blomqvist to new contracts Sunday as part of the team’s plan to strengthen its roster.

The move reflected the club’s ongoing strategy to build depth for the season.

WILLIS Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Entry for 18+ or with guardians — Experience the evolving sound of indie rock with WILLIS and The Booyah! Kids.

Love in the Club

8:30 – 11:59 PM — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $27.84 — A vibrant night of 2000s R&B and hip hop dance hits awaits.

MK Fullerton / LOWREV Album Release Show

6-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $29.39 to $51.37 — Catch MK Fullerton and LOWREV as they celebrate their album release with special guests Jaxon and Kid Tigrrr.

Brewers vs. Pirates with Postgame Concert

12:15 p.m. — PNC Park — Game ticket required — Enjoy an exciting MLB game followed by a concert from Jordan Davis.

Congress The Band Concert

8 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket availability varies — Enjoy an evening of live music with Congress The Band in a vibrant venue.

Congress The Band Live

8:00 – 11:00 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Congress The Band in a lively setting.

Pittsburgh Speed Dating for Singles Age 30s/40s

7-9 p.m. — The Dog Penn — Check website for ticket price — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly speed dating event.

Ax and the Hatchetmen Concert

8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission Tickets available — Experience an indie rock night featuring the energetic Ax and the Hatchetmen with special guest John-Robert.

Captain Mike & The Shipwrecked Tribute

8 p.m. — Crafthouse Stage & Grill — Ticket options available — Celebrate the music of Jimmy Buffett with Captain Mike and The Shipwrecked at this lively tribute event.

USL Championship: Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Louisville City FC

12:00 – 15:00 — F.N.B. Stadium — Check event for cost — Witness an exciting USL Championship clash between two competitive teams.