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Adequacy funds are at the center of Pa. ed budget debates. See how your school district uses them.

WESA 3/31 11:33P Jillian Forstadt

Senate Minority Leader Jay Costa (D-Allegheny) said lawmakers should soon begin to assess the return on their investment.

Point Park uses state funds to give students access to fresh, healthier food for free

WESA 3/26 11:31P Jillian Forstadt

The university has received nearly $70,000 since 2023 through the commonwealth’s Hunger-Free Campus grant program to expand its food pantry for students and staff.

PPS middle schools adopt Hogwarts-inspired house system to foster community, belonging

WESA 3/24 11:33P Jillian Forstadt

Sterrett is one of nine Pittsburgh Public Schools piloting the house model this school year. Educators say it’s resulted in improved attendance, discipline rates and classroom...

NFL player Damar Hamlin funds new scholarships for Pittsburgh-area private and trade school...

WESA 3/23 11:30P Jillian Forstadt

Hamlin’s Chasing M’s Foundation will fund 15 $1,000 scholarships to his alma mater, Central Catholic High School in Oakland, as well as trade and vocational schools.

New grants will let Pittsburgh universities increase sexual assault education, trainings

WESA 3/22 11:32P Rachel McDevitt

The It’s On Us grants given to Pittsburgh schools are part of more than $1.7 million awarded this month to 43 institutions statewide.

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Can Reading Bring Us Together Again? Sony Ton-Aime Thinks So

Pittsburgh Magazine 4/3 5:05A Ervin Dyer

SONY TON-AIME PHOTO BY MARTHA RIAL I n Greenfield yard, Sony Ton-Aime is looking to cultivate avocado and passion fruit, bringing a bit of his native Haiti to his home in Pittsburgh. It s a modest...

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Summer Wind : Pittsburgh Blogger 4/3 12:00A noreply@blogger.com (Sydney Carv

Rug // Striped Sweater // Hydrangea Mug Eye Patches // Swimsuit Deodorant + Body Wash + Body Spray Trio // Sandals Handbag // Collared Sweatshirt // Deodorant Some items of...

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Frick Park’s Trackchair Program Gives People With Limited Mobility a Chance to Hit the Trails

Pittsburgh Magazine 4/2 3:51A Kristy Graver

PHOTO COURTESY OF PITTSBURGH PARKS CONSERVANCY A new world is about to open to Pittsburghers with limited mobility. On May 1, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy will launch the Trackchair Program at Frick...

How to keep your family and pets tick safe in Pittsburgh this spring

NEXTpittsburgh 4/2 2:00A Roman Hladio

Whether you’re exploring local green spaces, walking your dog, gardening or catching up on yardwork, spring is sure to get you outside. But all that outdoor activity opens you — and your home — up to...

Did Art Rooney’s gambling help bring the NFL Draft to Pittsburgh in 1947?

NEXTpittsburgh 4/2 1:00A David S. Rotenstein

The NFL draft is rushing back into Pittsburgh for the second time in the annual event’s 91-year history. It’s a historic occasion, for sure, but there’s a local backstory to the draft and its ties to...

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NHL Playoff Race: What the Penguins need to do

PensBurgh 4/3 6:43A Jim Rixner

ELMONT, NEW YORK - MARCH 30: Anders Lee #27 of the New York Islanders checks Sidney Crosby #87 of the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at UBS Arena on March 30, 2026 in Elmont, New York....

Egor Chinakhov looks like the type of star the Penguins needed

PensBurgh 4/3 4:50A Adam Gretz

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 31: Moritz Seider #53 of the Detroit Red Wings defends against Egor Chinakhov #59 of the Pittsburgh Penguins in the third period during the game at PPG PAINTS Arena on...

Pens Points: Tampa tops Penguins

PensBurgh 4/2 8:23P Garrett Behanna

TAMPA, FL - APRIL 2: J.J. Moser #90 of the Tampa Bay Lightning against Anthony Mantha #39 of the Pittsburgh Penguins at Benchmark International Arena on April 2, 2026 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mark...

Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Tampa Bay Lightning 4/2/2026

PensBurgh 4/2 2:17A Jim Rixner

TAMPA, FL - DECEMBER 4: Jonas Johansson #31 of the Tampa Bay Lightning makes a save against Bryan Rust #17 of the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at the Benchmark International Arena on...

Penguins get even bigger playoff boost with win vs. Red Wings

PensBurgh 3/31 9:17P Mike Darnay

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 31: Rickard Rakell #67 of the Pittsburgh Penguins celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal in the first period during the game against the Detroit Red Wings at...

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