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Saturday, December 21st, 2024
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Oakland implements traffic safety measures after fatal pedestrian incidents, and a school bus accident injures four in Summit Township. The Tribune-Review
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman was identified after being found deceased near a creek in Reserve Township. WPXI
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh International Airport witnessed long lines as holiday travel began, with AAA predicting a 4% increase in travelers over last year. WTAE
- ➤ Pittsburgh offers a range of festive activities for the pre-holiday weekend, including ice skating with Santa, MMA fights, dance parties, a visit with Santa at the History Center, and Christmas concerts by Chris Jamison. The Tribune-Review
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ George Pickens may return to the Pittsburgh Steelers for their Christmas game against the Kansas City Chiefs after a hamstring injury. PennLive
- ➤ Beanie Bishop, an undrafted rookie, used a strategic lie about interest from other AFC North teams to secure a position with the Pittsburgh Steelers, demonstrating determination and self-advocacy. PennLive
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Seeds of Renewal: Planting a Vibrant New Year 2025
This event features a series of wellness workshops and healing sessions designed to foster connection and set intentions for the upcoming year.
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