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Mentoring women business owners in Pittsburgh

Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan Wednesday, May 15, 2013
There's no better time for women to own a business in Pittsburgh. More than ever, resources for mentoring women are helping them bust through barriers and grow, grow, grow.

What's next for The Pittsburgh Promise?

Marty Levine Wednesday, April 24, 2013
With a new infusion of funding and more evidence that it's working, The Pittsburgh Promise launches a new phase with the same outstanding promise to each city student who qualifies: $40,000 in college scholarships.

Pittsburgh and beyond: How anchor institutions are shaping our cities

Lee Chilcothe Wednesday, March 06, 2013
Oakland has long been a hub of commerce and spinoffs due to the concentration of universities, hospitals and research centers. Now the influence of these anchor institutions' is being felt in many other neighborhoods. We take a look at what's  happening in other cities, as well as Pittsburgh, as public-private partnerships increase and neighbors are getting more of a say in the shaping of their communities.

How to get connected to Pittsburgh

Nichole Huff Wednesday, March 06, 2013
Want to meet more people and get better connected in your city? Here's an informal guide to get you started, from finding events you'll enjoy to networking to help your career and helpful tips along the way.

Pittsburgh teens who are changing our world

Marty Levine Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Think one person can't make much of a difference? Wait until you meet these change makers--all of them teenagers, and all of them appearing at the Be Inspired: Girls Can Change the World event this Saturday. 

A guide to cool wedding venues in Pittsburgh

Anne Zacharias Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Want to get a little creative with your wedding plans? Try any of these suggested places for your wedding, from the colorful Children's Museum, where you can bring in guests by school bus, to bubbly Perlé or some other new venues. Lavender fields, perhaps?

The Pop City guide to vegetarian restaurants in Pittsburgh

Nichole Huff Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Here's everything you need to know about vegetarian dining in Pittsburgh, from restaurants devoted to nothing but, to places that include great vegetarian options.

What makes a teacher great? Ask the students.

David Golebiewski Wednesday, August 29, 2012
These Pittsburgh kids provide some valuable lessons for teachers, from showing you really care to making learning more fun. Yo, Mrs. Jacquay, Mrs. Barsico and Ms. Saunders, we're talking to you!

Hot Pick: Artist of the Year/Emerging Artist at Pittsburgh Center for the Arts

Emily Shields Wednesday, August 08, 2012
Pittsburgh Center for the Arts just announced that photographer Charlee Brodsky is the 2012 Artist of the Year, and multimedia performance artist Vanessa German is the 2012 Emerging Artist. Don't miss the opening reception on Friday, August 10th with exhibits by both and lots more.

Ditching the car. Going for the bike.

Tracy Certo Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Following a national trend, an increasing number of young Pittsburghers are relying less on cars and more on other means of transit, especially bikes. Some are giving up their cars altogether, with no regrets. The stats will surprise you and the stories are hard to resist.

Why you should say hello to strangers in Pittsburgh

Francesca Fenzi Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Based on a recent experiment in D.C., we set out to see how many people on our streets would respond to a simple greeting. In D.C. it was a paltry 12%. We knew Pittsburgh would do better, but by how much? Find out how we did and why it matters. Then try it for yourself.

Linda Lane: Keep the main thing the main thing

Nick Keppler Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Linda Lane has a daunting task: shepherding the city’s school district through some of its biggest challenges in history while remaining a hands-on educator.

The updated guide to Shadyside

Nick Keppler Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Standout architecture. Block after leafy block of charming shops and restaurants. Two thriving business districts. It must be Shadyside, a Pittsburgh favorite. Here's our updated guide to what's happening in one of the hippest areas of town.

Best spots for wine in Pittsburgh

Anne Lutz Zacharias Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Oh, the places you can go when you want a great glass of wine! Our intrepid writer researched this story for months and happily submits the results, from the mainstay Carlton to the innovative Naked Grape in Sewickley and many in between.

The Mad Men Tour of Pittsburgh

Elaine Labalme Wednesday, March 14, 2012
What would Don Draper do? Get in the spirit for the return of the hit TV series with a tour of chic places in Pittsburgh reminiscent of Mad Men in the 1960s. We offer these fun and fab suggestions, from cocktails to dinner to shopping.
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