By Carson Folio | Staff Writer Following the installation of new outfield fences in 2024, the Northside Baseball and Softball Association (NBSA) will add new padding and baseball flair on the fences at Jack Stack Field for the upcoming season. The quality-of-life upgrades will be revealed at an open...

By Councilman Wilson Hello everyone and Happy Spring! Back in March, I introduced legislation to reduce the minimum lot size requirements outlined in the City’s Zoning Code. This proposal is based on the findings of the 2022 Housing Needs Assessment and is currently part of the Department of City Pl...

By Councilman Bobby Wilson Hello everyone, I want to remind you all that applications are being accepted for the Homeowner Assistance Program (HAP) until March 14 at 4 P.M. This year, the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) partnered with ACTION-Housing to provide financial assistance of up to $35,0...

By Councilman Wilson Hello everyone, As Pittsburgh City Council begins its focus on negotiating and passing a balanced budget for 2025, I wanted to share with you some small, but equally important projects that have been going on throughout the Northside. I’m happy to share that new outfield fences ...

By Councilman Wilson Hello everyone, The fall season is finally here and with that comes cooler weather, the changing of the leaves, and pumpkin-flavored treats everywhere you turn. There’s one pumpkin- themed event that you won’t want to miss: East Allegheny Community Council’s 30th Annual Pumpkinf...

By Councilman Wilson Hello everyone, Last September, City Council passed legislation to permit registration and inspection of all rental properties in the City of Pittsburgh, which includes both short and long-term rentals. This program, which will be implemented by the City’s Department of Permits,...

By Councilman Wilson Hello everyone, Last month, Chestnut Street officially reopened to the public with a brand-new brick surface, new sidewalks, new ADA compliant curbs, and an updated drainage system. I, along with Mayor Ed Gainey and the Department of Mobility & Infrastructure (DOMI) held a ribbo...

By Councilman Bobby Wilson Hello everyone, At the start of the summer season, my office received numerous calls asking about the status of various water features and drinking fountains within city parks. The City has one plumber who is responsible for preparing the pools, spray parks, drinking fount...

By Sean P. Ray | Managing Editor Chestnut Street is reopen after a lengthy renovation project which saw new bricks and sidewalks installed along the history road, among other improvements. A ribbon cutting ceremony celebrated the reopening on July 16. The ceremony was attended by Pittsburgh Mayor Ed...