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Thursday, December 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Lefty's, a long-standing bar in Pittsburgh's Strip District, must vacate its original location after 18 years due to the landlord not renewing the lease, with hopes to find a new spot in the same district.  WTAE
  • A local foundation gives 100 pairs of shoes to individuals in need before Christmas, featuring sought-after items like Billie Eilish's Nikes.  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
  • The Pittsburgh community generously donated toys to ensure the UPMC Mathilda H. Theiss Health Center's annual toy drive could continue after original donations were ruined by a roof leak, providing holiday cheer to nearly 600 children.  The Tribune-Review

CRIME NEWS

  • A Pittsburgh-area businessman was sentenced to prison and must pay $1M in restitution for failing to report over $1 million in income on his company's tax return from 2017 to 2022.  WPXI

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Allegheny County Council delayed voting on raising fees for polluters and asbestos regulations to support a clean air initiative.  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Pittsburgh City Council approves the 2025 budget with significant police overtime cuts and concerns for funding public safety vehicles, despite financial challenges and some future fiscal optimism.  WPXI

LIFESTYLE NEWS

SPORTS NEWS

  • The new entertainment plaza next to PNC Park will open by next year's opening day, though its two restaurants will not.  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

EVENTS

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  • Feel-Good Performance by The Commonheart at Mr. Smalls Theater

    The Pittsburgh-based collective, The Commonheart, delivers an uplifting mix of blues, vintage soul, and rock, emphasizing positivity and the Golden Rule in their performances.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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  • Pittsburgh Holiday Hoops Classic at PPG Paints Arena

    The Pittsburgh Holiday Hoops Classic is a basketball event taking place at PPG Paints Arena, featuring local teams and exciting competition.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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  • Philadelphia Flyers vs. Pittsburgh Penguins Hockey Game

    This is a regular season NHL matchup between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Pittsburgh Penguins taking place at PPG Paints Arena.

    Mon, 12/23/24

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  • Harlem Globetrotters World Tour in Pittsburgh

    The Original Harlem Globetrotters will showcase their incredible ball handling skills and entertainment during their action-packed World Tour at PPG Paints Arena.

    Thu, 12/26/24

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  • Anime Night: The Rinne Festival at Spirit

    Anime Night blends the excitement of a concert with the atmosphere of a convention, featuring cosplaying, vendors, and live music.

    Fri, 12/27/24

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  • New York Islanders Game Against Pittsburgh Penguins

    The New York Islanders will face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena, featuring key player injuries impacting both teams.

    Sun, 12/29/24

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  • Noon Year's Eve Celebration

    Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with live music from Steeltown, party favors, and a midnight champagne toast at The Crafthouse Stage & Grill.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Pittsburgh RV Show 2025

    The Pittsburgh RV Show is the longest-running indoor event focused on recreational vehicles, showcasing a wide variety of RV models, accessories, and innovations for enthusiasts and potential buyers.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Pittsburgh RV Show 2025

    The Pittsburgh RV Show 2025, the longest-running indoor RV show in the country, will showcase hundreds of new RV models and technologies from January 11-19, 2025 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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  • Silverstein Live - 25 Years of Noise

    The concert features the band Silverstein alongside Thursday, Arm's Length, and Split Chain at Stage AE in Pittsburgh.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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