PREVIEW: Pumpkinfest founder steps back as event reaches 30th year

By Sean P. Ray | Managing Editor

DEUTSCHTOWN — Oct. 12 was a day to celebrate as Northside’s Pumpkinfest reached its 30th iteration, a major milestone.

It was also, however, the last Pumpkinfest with Barbara Burns, who co-founded the festival, as the lead organizer.

“I’ve been saying for three years I’m retiring,” Burns told The Chronicle. “Now they’re finally starting to catch on.”

However, Burns will not fully be leaving behind the beloved family festival. She said she’s happy to continue helping the East Allegheny Community Council in putting the event on. Just not as the lead chair anymore.

Check out the November edition of The Northside Chronicle for the full story.