By Rich Fitzgerald, Allegheny County Executive As I write this, we are nearing 2,000 COVID-19 cases in Allegheny County residents, both confirmed and probable. We have, unfortunately, also experienced over 150 deaths. I would be remiss if I didn’t acknowledge that great loss and extend deepest sympathies on behalf of the county to the families … Read more
Much of the world has turned “virtual” due to the recent stay-at-home orders, but that doesn’t mean you can’t remain active and enjoy some of the activities that you’re used to in order to. Here’s a sampling of things to do digitally. • Line dancing: Visit Pittsburgh resident Roland Ford’s Facebook page to enjoy virtual … Read more
Parks Unplugged online series will debut on June 5, drive-in movies to start July 7 The Allegheny County Summer Concert Series will be moving from the South Park and Hartwood Acres Park amphitheaters to Pittsburgh’s CW this year with BNY Mellon as its presenting sponsor. Performances by local musicians and artists will be televised from … Read more
By Gina Mazza Storytelling is ingrained in the very fabric of our humanity. The act of sharing our stories can identify our commonalities and connect us in ways that inspire, educate, catalyze action and even heal hearts. When it comes to our nation’s military veterans, every single one has an historic story to tell. That’s … Read more
By Sharon Svoboda Since mid-March, we all have faced new challenges. For residents of senior living communities and supportive housing, these challenges brought opportunities for learning and growth as they navigated new systems to meet their needs. With the direction becoming clear that people needed to stay physically distanced to keep safe, changes began to … Read more
Tuesday, June 9 at Noon Veterans Leadership Program 2934 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 All Veterans and Military Families in need of Food are welcome
Veterans food distribution scheduled In partnership with the Veterans Leadership Program, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is hosting a food distribution next week for veterans and military families. The distribution will take place on Tuesday, June 9th at NOON. All veterans and military families are welcome to come and receive fresh produce and shelf-stable goods. All … Read more
Normally, rebates are mailed out beginning July 1 and continue to be mailed out. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the commonwealth has chosen to send out rebates starting six weeks early. A total of 110,000 rebates were mailed May 19, and then another 60,000 rebates will be mailed out each week. People who already have applied, … Read more
Beaver County Moves into Yellow Phase May 22, 2020 Governor Tom Wolf will move Beaver County into the yellow phase Friday, May 22, 2020, which lifts the stay-at-home order. Some restrictions on work and social interaction will ease as the economy begins while keeping the spread of disease contained as much as possible. Restrictions will … Read more
