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84 Lumber (headquartered nearby Eighty Four) has partnered with Sarris Candies to launch the Sawdust Sundae for its 70th anniversary.

The sundae with Biscoff cookie crumb and whipped cream is available Aug. 4 at Sarris Candies’ Parlor with the first 70 orders offered free.

Muralist Ashley Hodder is adding color near the 40th Street Bridge in Lawrenceville where passersby watch her work.

In October, her company Steel Town Walls will host a mural festival on East Ohio Street featuring internationally known artists—additional funding is needed to secure extra talent.

State lawmakers in Pittsburgh heard from experts on Friday that grocery prices have jumped 33% since 2019 & disrupted supply chains are fueling food insecurity.

The crisis now affects 1.7 million residents while food bank support has dropped from 34% to 21%.

Gas prices in Pittsburgh could approach nearly $5/gallon this fall — global supply challenges and international conflicts may offset the usual seasonal drop.

GasBuddy expert Patrick de Haan warned that local drivers might face higher pump prices in the coming months.

GE will expand its local facility (creating over 700 new jobs) to boost regional economic growth, reflecting ongoing efforts to drive business expansion.

B.I.T.E. Pittsburgh is launching its Summer of Local campaign + connecting local businesses with sustainable resources while rewarding consumers who visit participating organizations across Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Regional Transit says the Wabash Tunnel will close for two weeks beginning Wednesday at 7 a.m.—commuters must find alternate routes near Saw Mill Run Boulevard and Station Square.

A Pittsburgh community organizer claims the city's O’Connor administration changed National Night Out plans unfairly for an event scheduled next week, a claim reported by KDKA-TV’s Josh Taylor.

PennDOT reopened the Commercial Street Bridge on Parkway East on Monday using a precise sliding method that set the 22-million-pound structure within an eighth of an inch ahead of schedule.

The project avoided delays and paved the way for future corridor upgrades—showing efficient planning.

Bob Cranmer is selling Grand Oaks Manor and Brownsville Road House & Breakfast in Brentwood, listing it at $550,000 without contents or $625,000 with them.

The six-bedroom home, known for its historic charm and past paranormal lore, now operates as a popular bed & breakfast.

The Penguins extended center Tommy Novak's contract through the 2029-30 season Friday, securing his role as much of the lineup faces free agency next summer.

Roman Wilson impressed at Steelers training camp on July 30 at St Vincent College.

Head coach Mike McCarthy noted his strong performance (with a fast route tree) as he now competes for the starting WR3 spot.

The Penguins signed forward Tommy Novak to a three-year contract extension starting in 2027-28 after he played all 82 regular-season games last season.

Novak (29) will earn $4.65 million per season and helped the team return to the playoffs.

NeYo with Akon Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Pavilion at Star Lake — Tickets available starting January 30 — Experience the dynamic collaboration of NeYo and Akon live in concert.

JGBG & Terpene Station Tribute

8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20.17 — Celebrate the music and memory of Jerry Garcia with high-octane bluegrass and Grateful Dead tributes.