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Saturday, July 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded early Friday morning to a fire at The Square on Butler in Lower Lawrenceville—where a building with retail and residential units was affected—and no injuries were reported. WTAE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested William Howell—alleged getaway driver in the deadly shooting near John F. Kennedy Catholic Elementary School in Allegheny County, where Nasstylejah Wilkerson died after being shot—and he will be brought to Washington next week to face homicide and conspiracy charges. WPXI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today the Derry Area Historical Society restored the 1817 Fulton House by replacing the decayed rear floor with rare chestnut and oak boards salvaged from the 1789 home of early settler William Guthrie donated by Dave McMahan. The work supports Derry Township’s 250th anniversary celebration. The Tribune-Review
- ➤ The Picklesburgh festival is a 10th anniversary event running from July 11 to July 13 that brings pickle lovers downtown with vendors, live music, and a Dill-Cathlon on the Roberto Clemente and Andy Warhol bridges — plus venues like Allegheny Landing, Market Square, and PPG Plaza. An updated map shows the new layout meant to make the crowd safer and help handle more than 250,000 visitors. CBS Pittsburgh
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews will begin work later this summer to seal tens of thousands of abandoned oil and gas wells in Allegheny and Washington counties. The state's DEP is partnering with the Environmental Defense Fund & Moms Clean Air Force to survey areas using car-based surveys & technology in Ross and Shaler townships, North Fayette, White Oak, South Strabane and Charleroi while hosting open houses the week of July 14. WTAE
- ➤ Raccoon Creek State Park announced Thursday that the beach is closed for swimming until further notice because a regular sample found elevated bacteria levels (E. coli); the area remains open for other activities. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials reported that Pennsylvania experienced a statewide 911 outage—disrupting emergency responses—and technicians continue working to restore the system. WPXI
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Steelers named Calvin Austin III their WR2 at minicamp and former NFL wide receiver Andrew Hawkins said he will take a big leap this season—Austin had a strong campaign last year with four touchdowns and nearly 550 receiving yards on 36 catches. PennLive
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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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La Grassa Pizza at The Vandal
5-9 p.m. — The Vandal — $31 to $50 — Enjoy a special pizza night featuring La Grassa's signature dishes while the chef takes a well-deserved break.
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