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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Brunton Dairy reopened two years after a massive fire destroyed the farm — the dairy has restored its operations for local customers. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Since January of last year, 27% of pharmacies have closed and local pharmacists say low reimbursement rates from pharmacy benefit managers are forcing extra travel for patients and more business closures. The Pennsylvania Pharmacy Association is meeting with pharmacy owners this week and is urging patients to tell lawmakers to change the rules — a fix needed to keep prescriptions close to home — in hopes of keeping more local stores open. WTAE
- ➤ A 170-year-old whiskey distillery on the South Shore has been turned into a six-story entertainment venue that includes a rooftop restaurant, cigar lounge and event space, with Big Spring Spirits opening a bottle shop on the first floor. Tony Mazzarini said the venue will open the week of July 28 and will offer indoor—outdoor spaces—where guests can enjoy views of Pittsburgh’s skyline and busy river activity. WTAE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In June, two men broke into a home on Eleanor Street in Smith Township at around 1:15 a.m.—911 calls were made from inside after shots were fired resulting in the death of Renee Lynn Gill and the hospitalization of her son—and they later fled to Ohio with a phone and drugs while facing homicide charges. WTAE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sir Paul McCartney will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Nov. 11 as part of his Got Back tour, playing hits from The Beatles, Wings — and his solo songs. Presale tickets start July 15 at 10 a.m. with general tickets available July 18 at 10 a.m. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Council held a public hearing Tuesday on a $500M proposal to expand Bakery Square in the East End nearly a year after the Planning Commission approved the plan—council will soon schedule an initial vote on extending the special zoning district to cover an additional 14 acres. The developer, Walnut Capital, also committed to contributing $25M toward affordable housing as part of the community benefits deal. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ County Executive Sara Innamorato said the Innamorato Administration has completed or made progress on 98% of community priorities — including easier elections, new public safety options, and more affordable housing. The administration also launched programs like 500 in 500 and 1st Home Allegheny and started a public Climate Action Plan engagement — which will guide future efforts to reduce greenhouse gases. Allegheny County
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, more than 2,000 people will race down General Robinson Street as part of America’s Mile—a 1-mile race on the North Shore. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Vince Gill Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of twenty-two-time GRAMMY winner Vince Gill on his summer tour.
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Tyler Hilton Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Ticketed event — Award-winning musician and actor Tyler Hilton takes the stage for an evening of rock and folk music.
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The Mekons Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Tickets available — Experience the sonic adventures and punk spirit of The Mekons with special guest Johnny Dowd.
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Dustbowl Revival Live
7:30-9:00 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Cost info not provided — Experience genre-defying roots music from Dustbowl Revival in the heart of Pittsburgh.
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Radiant Strings Live Concert
6-8 p.m. — Kingfly Spirits — $50 for entry with drink token — Experience a magical night of music from Bach to Beyoncé with Pittsburgh's favorite musicians.
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An Evening with Sarah Beth Durst
7-8 p.m. — Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center — General admission starting at $10 — Enjoy a captivating conversation with bestselling author Sarah Beth Durst and local author Amanda Quain about magic, romance, and new literature.
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Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix
8 a.m.—5 p.m. — Schenley Park — Admission details not specified — Experience the thrilling Vintage GP Race and enjoy the Cortile festivities.
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Allegheny County Wine & Spirits Festival 2025
2-8 p.m. — Hartwood Acres Park — Save up to $10 on admission — Experience regional wines and spirits amidst the stunning backdrop of a Tudor Mansion.
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Gospel Sunday at the Northside Mysic Festival
GOSPEL SUNDAY at the Northside Music Festival — Sunday, July 20 | Allegheny Commons East Park — Free Admission! Open to All. 10a–2p, 5–8p — A day of live music, faith, food, and family fun!
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Gospel Sunday at the Northside Mysic Festival
GOSPEL SUNDAY at the Northside Music Festival — Sunday, July 20 | Allegheny Commons East Park — Free Admission! Open to All. 10a–2p, 5–8p — A day of live music, faith, food, and family fun!
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Abe Partridge Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Check venue for cost — Experience the musical talent of renowned songwriter and visual artist Abe Partridge.
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