Photo: Kids run through piles of foam at a back-to-school event organized by CitiParks at Sue Murray Pool on Aug. 18. The city, alongside community organizers, provided many activities for the kids, including balloon animals and face-painting. Children also received school supplies to get ready for ...

By Diya Singh After a two year break, the Deutschtown Music Festival made its return on July 22-24. The festival came back from its pandemic hiatus better than ever, boasting upwards of 400 performances at several different venues all over the area. It offered activities for children, a variety of d...

The City of Pittsburgh’s GOLD Plan and the Pennsylvania Resources Council’s ‘Lens on Litter’ Photo Contest tackle the state’s litter program from different angles. Photo: Samantha Weaver, Allegheny Cleanways  By Mary Elizabeth Lynch In 2021, PennEnvironment conducted a widespread study that included...

Tara Czekaj of Brighton Heights was recognized by The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) for her work on banning the declawing of cats in Pittsburgh. Photo courtesy of Tara Czekaj By Matthew Benusa A local Northsider has won an award for her work to protect some of our cutest neighbors. Tara...