“I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night.” - “The Old Astronomer to His Pupil” by Sarah Williams Photo: Allegheny Observatory Records, 1850-1967, Archives & Special Collections, University of Pittsburgh Library System. November is a great time to think about “Uncle John” Brashea...

This weekend in the Northside: Doors Open Pittsburgh, free admission to Manchester Craftsmen's Guild via RADical Days, an Open House at the Allegheny Observatory, and more. Photo: Teutonia Mannerchor in the Northside is one of several buildings which will be open to the public this weekend for DOORS...

This weekend in the Northside: A screening of David Bernabo's "Wild Human" at the Mattress Factory, a lecture at the Allegheny Observatory called "How to Go Beyond the Discovery of the Higgs Boson," a Bar Climb in Troy Hill and Spring Garden, a BBQ in Fineview, and more.  Photo from David Bernabo's ...

This year's festivities included friendly mascots, live animals, and tours of the Allegheny Observatory. Story and photos by Zach Armstrong The Northside Leadership Conference presented a fun day for local residents full of activities for kids and adults alike at the annual “Heritage Day” at Rivervi...

In this weekend's Northside Happenings: Riverview Park Heritage Day, The East Northside House Tour, Peoples Pride Performances from Iron City Circus Arts in West Park, and more. Photo courtesy of Iron City Circus Arts Thursday, June 6 PCTV21 Orientation and Producer Prep Orientation is the starting ...

First came the telescope, then the observatory itself.The surprising history of Allegheny Observatory in Observatory Hill. By: Nick Eustis   Walking down the flat Riverview Avenue – a road rarity for Pittsburgh – solitary rows of houses decorate the roadway. The homes and their taciturn stares quiet...