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Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
As corporate chef for Big Burrito, the restaurant group credited with starting the transformation of the Pittsburgh food scene, Bill Fulller has a big-city appreciation for restaurants and the way they should work.
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Bustling Penn Avenue in the Strip is the must-see place for tourists and the go-to place for Pittsburgh residents. To help you better explore, we offer five exceptional choices for your next visit.
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.
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
You'll gain weight just reading about the mouthwatering milkshakes to be found around Pittsburgh, from the the salty caramel shake to the chocolate raspberry truffle and the very trendy red velvet shake. How to decide? We aim to help.
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.
Brian Cohen
Wednesday, March 06, 2013
Once a year, a new group of young students at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre earn their first ever pair of pointe shoes. In a sweet and touching slide show, our photographer captured the special moment.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Pittsburghers dish about their favorite dish in local restaurants. From tantalizing appetizers to luscious desserts, it's quite a lineup. Warning: don't read when hungry.
Brian Cohen
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
1968 was all that, a seminal year that ushered in tumultuous change and unleashed a wave of creativity. View the fascinating exhibit now showing at the Heinz History Center in this slide show preview.
Jennifer Baron
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Opera, music, dance, and the age-old art of storytelling, converge in dramatic ways in the premiere of Attack Theatre's latest original production, Soap Opera.
Deb Smit
Wednesday, January 09, 2013
Pop City launches the first of a two-part feature on home-grown companies poised to hit their stride in the coming year. Among our brightest tech stars, one helped both presidential campaigns while another just added Dallas Maverick owner and Mt. Lebanon native, Mark Cuban, to its board. Find out who they are and what's next for them in 2013.
Abby Sadowsky Bolton
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Just in time for the holidays, a look at a one-of-a-kind place in Pittsburgh which has many followers (called sippers!). Read about the various wines and tastings and classes available at Dreadnought wines and the personalities behind the scenes--and don't miss the suggested wines for your holiday drinking.
Christina Kapaun
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
When this writer from Munich first wrote about Pittsburgh last spring, it turned into our best read story ever. Now she's back with her photographer friend for another tour of Pittsburgh, a city they have both fallen for hard. From the Carrie Furnace to a surprise deli in Dormont, there's much to learn from these fans of our city.
Martha Rial
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Inspired by the made-in-Pittsburgh movie, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, the alternative homecoming dance welcomed any high schooler in the region. Born of the Mayor's Youth Council as part of an anti-bullying program, the very cool, first dance of its kind was held at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History on Saturday night.
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.
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!
Jennifer Baron
Wednesday, August 01, 2012
For the next four days, the Jazz Dance World Festival will showcase 750 dancers and 10 companies from around the globe, with performances at Downtown's Byham Theater. It's the first time Pittsburgh has played host to the event, and every night features a different production. Alongside top troupes from Japan to Mexico will be Pittsburgh's own world-class companies.
Andrew Moore
Wednesday, August 01, 2012
From the sleek coffee bar open to the street, to the glass garage doors by the cafe, Marty's Market aims to be an inviting community gathering place around local and very good food. Owner Regina Koetters, who recently ran Iraq's largest air base, seems up to the task.
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.
Daniel Lovering, Pittsburgh Today
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
It's easier to recruit top talent to Pittsburgh than it used to be with Google, our great research universities and a growing roster of startups. Recent data shows that Pittsburgh employed computer and information research scientists at more than twice the national rate and nuclear engineers at more than ten times the national rate. So why look elsewhere? In the second of a series, we take a closer look at the strengths and weaknesses of our talent pool in bolstering our economy.
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, June 06, 2012
What's new in outdoor dining? We've got the best of the new along with the best of what's been around. It's that time of year. Get outside and enjoy great local dining in some inspired settings.
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.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, May 02, 2012
When a trusted grad student told us about his "brilliant and pragmatic" social media professor at the Katz Business School, we bit. In this interview, Dr. Andrew Stephen answers our many questions, from the biggest mistakes made in social media to what national companies and local groups are doing it right, and why.
Christina Kapaun
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
As a New Yorker architecture critic once said, if Pittsburgh were in the heart of Europe, people would travel hundreds of miles out of their way to see it. This German blogger would agree as she chimes in with her own highly favorable impressions of Pittsburgh, from her favorite bridge to her favorite view. If you don't better appreciate your city after this, we suggest a trip to Europe (via that direct Paris flight).
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, April 04, 2012
Pittsburgh is filled with outstanding examples of adaptive reuse, the re-purposing of older properties for a different use. It's cheaper than new development, with easier financing, and usually results in superior projects. From theaters to schools to hospitals, here's a rundown on what's been done and what's left to be re-imagined.
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.
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
The Strip District could use a pharmacy. Mt. Lebanon is in need of a Thai restaurant. Lawrenceville lacks two kinds of essential businesses. Read on to learn what our most walkable neighborhoods are missing when it comes to rounding out a robust business district. Where there's a need, there's opportunity. Any takers?
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
Want to make a difference this holiday season? Give a gift to Pittsburgh and support your local, independent shops. You'll help boost our neighborhoods and contribute to the overall vitality of our city. And it's fun when you have this great guide to cool stores in town.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
What's the best thing a city can do to achieve more economic success? Increase its number of college graduates. The most prosperous cities have the highest number of college grads. Read how the Talent Dividend calculates just how much college degrees add to a city's bottom line--think billions--and why Pittsburgh is one of 57 cities competing for the million dollar prize to boost college attainment.
Brad Stephenson
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
When they said they would sample up to 10 burgers, they didn't say they would do it all in one day. Read the entertaining story from this adventurous duo, watch their hilarious video then comment on your own favorite--or one of theirs. From Hidy's to Eleven, it's quite a romp.
Tracy Certo and Robert Isenberg
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Pittsburgh's favorite neighborhood is attracting more visitors and more residents than ever. From the new Public Market to the old favorites (and there are so many), the Strip District is one reason why our city was just named one of the top cities in the world to visit.
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Pittsburgh's street art scene is vibrant, from Andy Warhol flowers as window dressing to yarn bombs on parking meters and bike racks and tin can art on street poles. Just as we were about to ask what's next, a sweater for the Mr. Rogers statue?, a red sweater appeared.
Marty Levine
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Giving kids a voice is what the Hear Me project is all about and now those youth voices can be heard all over Pittsburgh. From tin cans that you tip to hear stories to storyboxes, it's letting kids have a powerful say. And in some cases, it's already changing things for the better.
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Where to go for the best hamburgers and hot dogs in town? You might be surprised. From Franktuary, of course, to the best Kobe burger in town at Nine on Nine (trust us on this one), we'll show you where to go to satisfy the cravings that only intensify in the summer. Grill, baby, grill.
Kate Lauer
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
The crisis is for real but the solutions are right at hand. Pittsburgh has turned the corner as a region that is better withstanding the down economy than many others. What's next for us? How about becoming a national leader in energy solutions? Turns out we have everything it takes. Here's the 12 Steps to making it happen.
Elaine Labalme and Tracy Certo
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Did you know there's a new five-star resort near Pittsburgh? And that no one at Pop City has been there? We've been to Nemacolin, of course, but not the modern and lux Falling Rock with the 24/7 butler service and 10-pillow menu. So off we went with--who else--but New Girl in Town?
Caralyn Green
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
If we could remove one thing from Pittsburgh, it might be the cigarette butt litter strewn over our landscape. While unsightly, research now shows that those cigarette butts are also toxic to our environment, polluting our streams and rivers. Here's what some Pittsburgh groups are doing to stamp out the problem.
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Sure, we have much to appreciate but we can always do better. What does Pittsburgh need? Let's start with four amenities that could enhance our city--how about a living wall since we're already so green?--and raise the quality of life. Then we will continue the discussion after getting your suggestions.
Rob Cullen
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Deciding there was a role for him in the environmental movement, Mark Dixon created Your Environmental Road Trip (YERT) and traveled the country searching for innovative green solutions and delivering Pittsburgh's green message. Along the way, he discovered lots of people thinking creatively, including a cave dweller and an Elvis imitator.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
As head of Pittsburgh’s Center for the Arts, Filmmakers, and Glass Center, Charlie Humphrey is taking arts advocacy to a whole new level, getting everyone involved as he battles the recession and deep budget cuts. What do the arts mean to this region? More than you think.
Robert Isenberg
Sunday, June 14, 2009
For a long time it was known only as a place to visit, although a great place for that. But now the coolest neighb in town is becoming known as the coolest place to live. Here is your new and updated guide to moving to the Strip District.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
In her senior year at Duquesne, Laura Staniland has already started two companies and just snagged a $30,000 MacArthur Young Innovator award. Her proposal? A web-based game teaching kids innovative and effective public policy. Hey, we'll play!
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Paris is magical. After winging our way over on the inaugural direct flight, we can tell you how much easier the journey was flying nonstop and why you, too, will fall under this city's spell. Just don't go changing your name.
Renee Rosensteel
Monday, June 08, 2009
In case you missed it, Nik Wallenda provided thrills and chills, but no spills, during his tense tightrope walking feat across the Allegheny River on Friday night during the Regatta. Renee Rosensteel, freelance videographer and photographer, caught the drama in air and the behind the scenes in this video.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, June 03, 2009
This is big. After years of having none, Pittsburgh finally scores a nonstop flight to Europe. So now what? Support it. The publisher/editor of Pop City puts her money where her mouth is and books two tickets on the inaugural flight. Here's why.
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, June 03, 2009
Staying in Pittsburgh this summer instead of going overseas? We've got you covered in our five-day staycation plan. There's so much to do that we had trouble packing it all in, from the Warhol to rocking out the Riverfront trails, you'll find a summer full of fun.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
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Sherrie Flick
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
So when times are tough--uh, let's say now--and you want to get happy, where do you go? Check out this short guide to high-end, down-budget Happy Hours in Pittsburgh. From the best atmosphere and the most innovative to feeling like you're in another country and channeling your inner Greta Garbo, it's enough to drive you to drink. Bartender!
Caralyn Green
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
What do an airline pilot, architect, law student and MBA student have in common? They're all members of the Burgh Bees, a nonprofit devoted to urban beekeeping in the region. Why are bees so important? Let us count the wayzzzz...
Abby Mendelson
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Here's one way to instill pride in school: add greenery. The Western
Pennsylvania Conservancy has embarked on a landmark project to add trees and plantings to every Pittsburgh public school. More greenery equates to a better culture, more pride in school, and happier students. Here's to going green.
Keith Parish
Tuesday, May 05, 2009
Keith Parish of Parish Digital captures the excitement of the Pittsburgh Marathon at the starting line as runners talk about what the race means to them, and to Pittsburgh. Sunday was a great day in Pittsburgh and Pop City salutes everyone who did so much to bring this thoroughly awesome event back to town.
Brian Cohen
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
In case you missed it, the short-lived but spectacular Art in Bloom at the Carnegie Museum of Art can be seen here in a series of photos by Pop City photographer Brian Cohen. To view the art meets nature slide show,
click here.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Join the Pop City team on Saturday, May 2 at Naomi's House in Swissvale as we plant a garden and do some light construction. Or contact Pittsburgh Cares and find another Hands On Pittsburgh project to work on May 1 or 2. Get your own team together if you like. To find out more, click
here, or to join the Pop City team, click
here. We'd love to have you!
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
New Girl is on a tear as she delves into the world of shopping in Pittsburgh. In no time, she discovers one of the hippest places in town for goods from around the world--and from there? Let's just say shopping should always be this much fun.
Mark Kenny
Wednesday, April 08, 2009
From the Kindle 2 to the phone novels in Japan (earning small fortunes for their young authors), the world of digital publishing is changing fast. So what's the word on the local scene? Let's start with the Kindle. "It's my favorite thing in the world besides my husband and daughter," says one user. If that gives you an idea.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
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Natalie Coccia
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
It started as a venture in a dorm room at Carnegie Mellon and grew into an online sensation. Pittsburgh's own ModCloth is now the leading online site for vintage-inspired clothing with more than a million visits monthly.
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Her debut in Pop City a few weeks ago was a smash. Now In her continuing exploration of Pittsburgh, New Girl in Town delves into the world of food beginning with, where else, the Strip District and moving downtown for more.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
It starts with a dream and a solid business plan. When Pittsburgh entrepreneurs want to start a new business, the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center guides the way. It's free and based on the many success stories, highly effective.
Beth Marcello
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
What can you learn by visiting a bar in each of Pittsburgh's 90--yes 90-- neighborhoods? It took 18 months and many raised glasses to find out but Jim Dilmore and his group think it was well worth the, uh, research.
Joann Cantrell
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Last held in 2003, the Pittsburgh Marathon was considered one of the top 5 in the country, attracting runners from all 50 states and beyond. Now with the tenacious and remarkable efforts of three women, the Pittsburgh Marathon returns May 3rd. This is a story to inspire all, even the non-runner.
Steve Wozniak
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
So many Pittsburgh natives who left for brighter lights and bigger cities have returned to their hometown to find a change for the better. From new developments to an energetic art scene and renewed neighborhoods, it's good to be home!
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
This week a sold-out crowd will gather at the
CityLIVE! event to learn from Geoffrey Canada, Marion Heard, and Mark Roosevelt about success strategies for children. And then those attending will be called to action. You, too. Whether you go to the event or not, there's a role for you in making Pittsburgh a better place for kids: Kidsburgh. Be a part of it!
Elaine Labalme
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Remember the Pop City article about the couple who spent 18 months researching the best city to live in? Meet Elaine Labalme, half of that couple who is now embarking on a series of articles about exploring Pittsburgh as the New Girl in Town. In her debut, she writes about a $185,000 parking space, a $6 ticket and the many charms of her adopted hometown.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Read any article ever run in Pop City--from feature stories and innovation news, to full sets of neighborhood guides-- by accessing our archives. Click on the gray bar above to learn more about the latest and greatest in Pittsburgh. Or do a quick search in the handy dandy search box!
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
As a champion of urban design, rail travel, and a sensibly sized state legislature, Post-Gazette columnist Brian O’Neill is a smart, funny and insightful writer who is making a difference in our region. We're just saying.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
While Pop City takes time off over the holidays, why not catch up on the top feature stories of 2008? From young entrepreneurs making it big in Pittsburgh to the making of an art academy, here's the lineup of the most popular features of the year. Read on, and we'll see you again on January 7th to usher in a whole new year of great stories--and much more--in Pop City.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Seven years into the bold plan of transforming the city’s riverfronts, changemaker Lisa Schroeder of the Riverlife Task Force says rivers are now seen as an urban resource second to none. Read on about the gift that Riverlife is creating for this region.
Carl Kurlander
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
In his valentine to Pittsburgh, filmmaker Carl Kurlander strikes gold in portraying his love for a city undergoing transformation. The documentary, which runs this week at the Penn Hills Cinema, (see
Pop Filter for details) is both touching and hilarious.
Matt Stroud
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
In case you missed the Pop City Bike Forum, here's the lowdown on what we discussed in the way of hot topics, bike safety, and wish lists for cyclists throughout the region.
Alexis Miller
Wednesday, November 05, 2008
Since the mood is right for civic engagement, what better time to take a closer look at the Coro Center for Civic Leadership and how it's shaping our young leaders? Here are a few examples of the young people who are doing remarkable things thanks to Coro. You could be voting for them someday.
Sandy Doyle
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Love of zombies and horror films is quite the 'burgh thing, from the classic Chiller Theatre of years past to the present day It's Alive! With Zombie Fest approaching, it's time to call upon your Inner Zombies and set 'em loose.
Chip Walter
Wednesday, October 08, 2008
There's still time to participate in the first wiki designed to capture the ideas of an entire city and shape them into a workable plan. In this update on the transportation wiki, you'll learn who's involved, what they're suggesting and how you can be part of it. Wiki on!
Pop City staff
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
Bike commuting is way up in the Pittsburgh region and there's great buzz around a number of topics, from new bike lanes and bike maps to better safety for all. Join us for the first forum on making a Pittsburgh a better place to bike--featuring the City's new biking and pedestrian Safety Director Stephen Patchan, Bike Pittsburgh Director Scott Bricker and more, on October 23rd. Make your voice heard!
Joann Cantrell
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
High gas prices and greater environmental awareness have created a surge in
bicycle commuting nationwide. As cycling in Pittsburgh becomes more mainstream, we take a look at what it's like for bike commuters from different parts of town.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Pop City is pleased to sponsor a Keystone Innovation Zone contest that celebrates the amazing inventions of Pittsburghers, from medical devices to software to social media networking. Here's your chance to share your ideas and accomplishments and win up to $20,000! Cast your vote now for your favorite submission.
Cally Jamis Vennare
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Slow Food Pittsburgh is making the case for local and sustainable food while reminding us of the connection between what's on our plate and what's good for the planet. From local chefs to Laptop Butcher Shop, our choices for slow food are growing.
Deb Smit
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
From a gray, industrial city to the green metropolis of today, Pittsburgh has a great story to tell. That's one reason we're playing host this month to the prestigious International Urban Parks Conference. Here's to recognizing all that's been accomplished in greening our region.
Anne Lutz Zacharias
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
An average of 130 visitors a day go through the Welcome Center downtown to find out more about Pittsburgh. When Nancy Reynolds-Daniels (aka the Brochure Lady) is behind the desk, they get welcomed in style. Read more about a Pittsburgh ambassador who is quite an attraction on her own.
Jennifer McGuiggan
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
If you're into wine, or want to be, this is your place. From Wine 101 to gift baskets for the discerning wine drinker, Palate
Partners is making it easier and more rewarding to get into the wine scene. Salud!
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
It's time to celebrate how global the Pittsburgh region is and we've got all of September to do it. To get you started, here are some amazing facts about our global reach and what you can do to be part of the Global Pittsburgh Celebration. Think big. Think worldwide!
Pop City staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
There's no better time to voice your ideas for improving transportation in our region, from bus routes to bicycle lanes. Pittsburgh Wiki, the first ever wiki of its kind designed for a city, is up and running and welcoming collaboration from all citizens to bring about real change. Check it out then dive in!
Robert Isenberg
Wednesday, August 06, 2008
Rugby is surging in popularity in Pittsburgh, from the Rugby Club to the Pittsburgh Angels all-female team to the prestigious Harlequins. Why is this underground sport suddenly catching on with adult players? And what's with that Rugby bar?
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, August 06, 2008
Down at the grassroots level, Sprout began by helping under-40s fund projects that otherwise may not have come to life. Now, it wants to transform the region.
Chip Walter
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
To set the stage for the upcoming
cityLIVE! on Transportation Solutions for Our Region, Pop City is revisiting the article that inspired the event. One way to vault Pittsburgh to hot city status is to create an excellent transit system. The question is, how do we get great? Read this then come to the event and get involved!
Debra Smit,Debra Smit
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
You would think you'd know a robot when you see one, right? Wrong. Soon 11 big robot installations will appear all over Pittsburgh, challenging our conceptions of bots. Called BigBots, it's happening only in --where else-- Roboburgh.
Lauren Urbschat,Lauren Urbschat
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
It took three young artists to come up with the big idea for an art academy. And now everyone in Pittsburgh can see the Academy's project, Citywide Salon, showcased in bus shelters throughout the city.
Abby Mendelson
Friday, May 30, 2008
Urban warrior by day, rock star by night, Robert Rubenstein wields his influence from his position as economic director of the URA -- and from his position onstage where he rocks out as Rasta Man.
Pop City and Model D staff
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
The Penguins and Red Wings, Pittsburgh and Detroit-- it's a clash of the Titans. Just please don't mention the Rust Belt. Thanks. The Stanley Cup Finals are also a chance to talk some smack and dish on redevelopment with our sister publication in Detroit -- Model D.
Abby Mendelson
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Leadership Pittsburgh’s 25th Anniversary--No black ties. No speeches. Just a quarter-century of inspired leadership taking Pittsburgh into the future.
Reid R. Frazier
Wednesday, May 07, 2008
Manufacturing in Pittsburgh isn't what it used to be. The highly skilled, highly paid manufacturing jobs today are more technology-oriented and the demand for workers is growing. Harold Miller--who else?-- clues us in.
Gregg Ramshaw
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Patrick Dowd, young, energetic, impressive, is the host of the first
Leadership Salon hosted by cityLIVE! and sponsored by Pop City. As a newly-minted City Councilman, Dowd is an advocate for cost-efficient government and for education as the key to reinvigorating our city.
Heidi Price
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Where to go for great vegetarian and vegan food--from restaurants that feature nothing but, to places revered for their selections. Go forth and eat well!
Brian Cohen
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Celebrating its 25th Anniversary which coincides with the Pittsburgh's 250th, Leadership Pittsburgh --with help from Pop City photographer Brian Cohen--showcases the people, places and spaces that make Pittsburgh special through the wheels of the Pittsburgh 250 bike.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Poet Judy Robinson spearheaded a new book of poetry and photographs celebrating Pittsburgh, Along These Rivers. From emerging poets to stars, it's a fitting tribute to a city known for its literary nature.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
In his new book, Richard Florida argues that the world is not flat but spiky, with concentrated areas of activity. In this Pop City interview he tells us why he thinks Pittsburgh is well-positioned to thrive.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Pat Ford, new head of the Urban Redevelopment Authority, has many goals and an action plan but the bottom line is making Pittsburgh a truly great place to live, work and play.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, March 05, 2008
For 100 issues we've reported the good news about Pittsburgh in technology, sustainability, development and arts and culture. Now we take a moment to tell you about us, and answer your most frequently asked questions.
Jennifer McGuiggan
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
There's no better time to get in shape, suggests writer Jennifer McGuiggan. Why? Because there is power in numbers, people. And with 250 & Fit, this is our year to turn things around. Read on then get moving!
On Motion Media
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
A favorite among Pittsburghers and a mecca for visitors, the Strip District is a lively, pulsing blend of many things, but best known for its food. See why there's no place like it in this outstanding video by On Motion Media.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Born in Havana, attorney Lourdes Sanchez Ridge is a tireless promoter for all things Latino, in a quest to gain recognition and respect for the growing Latino community in Pittsburgh.
Debra Smit
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
A record number of Pittsburgh technology companies are revolutionizing the way things are done and made, quietly changing the world with their innovation and technological edge. Pop City presents the most exciting tech companies to watch in 2008.
Justin Hopper
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
The Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s new Dinosaurs In Their Time
exhibit breaks new ground with millennia-old materials – while setting the new standard. Dig it!
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Skyscrapers to skylights, the world is greening in big and small ways.
Here’s how four environmental leaders in Pittsburgh live the real – not the rocket
science – of green.
Jennifer McGuiggan
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Smart land use maintains our region’s
natural beauty, decreases flooding and landslides, and saves money for municipalities. One local
organization is working the smart way to save local land – and by extension – its
communities.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
In his impressive career, David Lewis founded a prestigious design firm and created successful buildings and projects around the world, including Pittsburgh. Along the way, the humble, gracious and lovable guy became the most revered architect in town.
ON Media
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Pop City staff
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Last chance to join cityLIVE! for a lively discussion with Einstein biographer and former Time Magazine editor Walter Isaacson and Pittsburgh's own Einstein expert, John Norton. For more info and to register, click
here.
Robert Isenberg
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
For seven years, the volunteers in the Tireless Project have recovered litter from the Three Rivers -- and in the process made our rivers a nicer place to be. Here is a gritty, muddy afternoon in the life of its volunteers and what it means to see a job well done.
Dan Eldridge
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
As the days get shorter it's time to turn our attention to fun things to do indoors. Pittsburgh offers a wealth of options as the author of Moon Handbooks Pittsburgh shows us in his selection of some of the best.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Immigration brings the energy, entrepreneurship,
creativity and of course, great food that make any highly diverse city
an enviable place to live. Join a panel of national and local experts in a lively discussion about the necessity of jump-starting immigration in Pittsburgh.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Whether it's in a horse barn in Hartwood Acres, an industrial site in the Strip or a garden in Mellon Park, Quantum Theatre lets you explore Pittsburgh's great neighborhoods in a most dramatic way.
Margie Romero
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Public art can help define a city as world-class. While Pittsburgh has a wealth of notable art, things are only looking up now that there are not one but but two offices dedicated to public art.
Reid R. Frazier
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Here's another first for Pittsburgh: first city in the country to form a Cafe Scientifique chapter, based on the European model of scientists and happy geeks meeting in bars to discuss one fascinating subject after another. It's all cool.
Chip Walter,Chip Walter
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
While on the classic college tour, author Chip Walter had time to ruminate about other cities with great colleges and how Pittsburgh stacks up. Set aside those iPods for a minute and tune into this.
Evan Pattak
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
In the future, robots and technology will help senior citizens prolong their independence and monitor their safety. It's way cool and already happening at Carnegie Mellon's Quality of Life Technology Initiative.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
In case you missed it, catch the highlights of the first Pop City Live! event when we asked panelists: If you were mayor of Pittsburgh and you had three years to make Pittsburgh a hot city, what would you do?
Jennifer McGuiggan
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Librarians on My Space. Guitar Hero contests. Downloadable videos. Libraries in Allegheny County, wired and willing, are taking a leap into the future as they continue to serve as information experts in the Information Age.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Carnegie Mellon's Dr. Randy Pausch, diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, created a sensation when he delivered his last lecture at his school about achieving childhood dreams. The BBC covered it, Wall Street Journal called it the "lecture of a lifetime" and Good Morning America featured him two days later. To see the inspiring, funny and heartwarming video on Google, click
here. To view it on YouTube, click
here.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
In an ongoing series on changemakers, Pop City looks at County Executive Dan Onorato and his efforts to
change regional thinking – while remembering to celebrate our victories.
Heidi Price
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
More than its produce, cheeses and fresh breads,
the Strip District is defined by the personalities who dish them out. Like Carol, aka Dear Heart, at Penn Mac who says, “Everyone should call
everyone ‘Dear Heart’ and we wouldn’t have as many problems."
Regina Vitti-Lyons
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Meet Lee Ann Munger, the new director of PowerLink, the organization that vaults women-owned businesses into another league with its high-level business advisors. If anyone is up to the task of overseeing this effective group, it's Lee Ann.
Gregg Behr
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
In an editorial commentary, Gregg Behr, director of the Grable Foundation, says the stories we tell
ourselves frame who we are and where we’re going.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Join us in our first Pop City Live! event on September 10th at the New Hazlett Theater as we gather movers and shakers from our region and ask them, what can we do to take Pittsburgh to the next level?
Reid R. Frazier
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Here's how to learn math and save our future. Software customized to students' progress could turn things around for the next generation. It's already happening and Pittsburgh is the hub.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Award-winning architect Dan Rothschild has made a name for himself and his firm, Rothschild Doyno Architects, through a combination of forward thinking and outstanding design.
Jon Ritz
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
By day they hold regular kind of jobs. But by night, they're living the dream as they rock out in a band and record music. As one member says, it's the best time of her life.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
When attorney Sara Davis Buss returned to Pittsburgh after the demise of steel, she wanted to make a difference in its revitalization. Did she ever, through a unique role handling the legal aspect of a number of brownfield and other developments, from the Pittsburgh Technology Center to the Waterfront.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
The results are in...your favorite web sites. From the obvious to the obscure, we've uncovered some cool sites among the many mentioned. Ready to bookmark?
Pop City
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
On September 10th, Pop City presents Pop City Live!, the first of a series of discussions meant to shake things up and change the conversation in Pittsburgh.
Abby Mendelson,Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
In an ongoing series about people moving Pittsburgh
forward, Pop City talks to the Heinz Endowments’ Grant Oliphant, who
says we may be missing the story of the time we’re living in. He has a
way to fix that.
Jennifer McGuiggan
Thursday, August 16, 2007
With two development projects participating in a national pilot certification program for green neighborhoods, Pittsburgh could become a model for sustainable community design.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
A number of recent national travel articles are raving about the "glittering reinvention" of Pittsburgh, dubbed "the darling of the travel writers". Touting everything from the views to the walkable downtown (tourist-friendly!), the Chicago Sun-Times, New York Times and most recently, the Baltimore Sun are urging people to visit Pittsburgh. Here's your chance to read them all.
Chip Walter
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
First Latanya Sweeney developed award-winning software to help guard our privacy. Then she founded the Laboratory for International Privacy at Carnegie Mellon. Now everyone's watching her.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
As head of the upcoming
DiverseCITY festival, Andrew Russell is passionate about the Pittsburgh region and about the need to embrace diverse populations.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Author of The Art of City Making, Charles Landry calls for rethinking the way we view our cities--and what it takes for a city to achieve its potential.
Campos, Inc. and Pop City,Campos, Inc. and Pop City
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Here's the deal: share three of your fave web sites with us and in turn we'll share dozens of readers' favorites with you. Check back in two weeks for results and find out what web sites Pittsburghers can't live without. Click
here to take the short survey.
Jen Saffron
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Throughout Pittsburgh there's a growing movement to convert vacant lots into urban gardens. Pop City gets to the root of the matter and identifies the many advantages. from locally grown food to revitalization of communities.
Margie Romero
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Those environmentally friendly, fuel-efficient, and way-cool Italian scooters are easy to park and a blast to drive. It's no wonder that Vespas are hot again on both sides of the pond.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
The goal of the popular blog, IHeartPittsburgh, is to be a resource for people who love this city. Case in point: its creator, Lindsay Patross who oversees the thousands of hits every week by passionate Pittsburghers.
Campos Inc and Pop City
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Ask Pittsburghers how their city is “first, best, or only” among American cities, and their answers reflect the sort of intimate knowledge that only locals can have. Read about our second Voice of the Region Pop City survey results here.
Deb Smit
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Last year new companies attracted $230 million, making this the largest growth region of venture capital in the country. It's the best time to invest here, argue venture capitalists. Here's why.
Pop City staff
Thursday, June 28, 2007
We're taking a break next week over the 4th of July so please look for the next Pop City on July 11th. Enjoy the holiday!
Reid R. Frazier
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Local bio-tech entrepreneurs get by with a little help from their friends. Here's how to build the creative class.
Campos Inc and Pop City
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
In our second survey, we're searching for the first, the best and the only in Pittsburgh. Let your voice be heard. The first 20 to respond will receive free tickets to
Chicago or
Always...Patsy Cline, courtesy of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and Pittsburgh CLO.To take the survey, click
here. .
Julie Mickens
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
From Bikefest to new bike lanes, Pittsburgh has more to offer cyclists than ever before. Read all about it--then get out there and ride!
Jennifer McGuiggan
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
The impact of successful start-ups can last long after the company is sold or closes its doors. FORE Systems continues to benefit the region in myriad ways, nine years after it was acquired by Marconi.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
The good news is there are jobs here. The better news is that there are a bundle of agencies working to get the right people the right training to land the right job.
Jonathan Ritz
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
The wealth of musical talent in Pittsburgh is what brought recording studio artist and musician Doug Wilkin to Regent Square. In just a short time, Wilkin Audio has become a magnet for singers and songwriters.
Campos Inc. and Pop City
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
The results are in for the first Voice of the Region Pop City survey. Want to know how green we are?Check it out--then look for another survey on a new topic in two weeks.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Read all about it: Pittsburgh is not just a literary city but a great literary city. From author readings to poetry series to novels and theater, Pittsburgh rocks the literary world. Here are ten reasons why.
Campos Inc. and Pop City
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Here it is, our first Voice of the Region Pop Survey. Take a few minutes and answer the easy and brief questions about the green nature of your lifestyle. To take the survey, click
here.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
On Thursday, May 31st at 7:30 a.m., Carol Coletta of CEOs for Cities joins urban leaders of Pittsburgh in what promises to be a lively and provocative conversation about the future of our city. To r.s.v.p., click
here.
Robert Isenberg
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
From bombing down steep hills on roller blades to fencing with a Bulgarian champion, Pittsburgh offers a range of adrenalin-boosting alternative sports. Pop City searches the best of them to get your summer started with a bang.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
In next week's issue, Pop City will debut a new feature: Voice of the Region Pop Survey, a collaboration with
Campos Inc. The survey each month will allow all of us to better understand our region and the issues we face. While some surveys will tackle serious topics, others will be more lighthearted and fun. Stay tuned. Participate. And email us with your survey ideas if you would like:
info@popcitymedia.com
John Altdorfer
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Pittsburgh, once a giant in industrial glass, is now a hotbed for glass artists. The Pittsburgh Glass Center is the magnet, fired by a nurturing environment and the resources to sustain them.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, May 09, 2007
As one of the top nano-tech centers in the country, Pittsburgh stands to benefit greatly as the field explodes in growth. Although it's too small to see, a revolution is underway.
Jennifer McGuiggan
Wednesday, May 09, 2007
From trail running to orienteering, Grass Roots Racing is introducing Pittsburghers to the rigorous team sport of adventure racing. Test your physical strength. Challenge your mind. Have a blast outdoors and meet great people. All you need is a sense of adventure.
Karen Bryant
Wednesday, May 09, 2007
In a city known for its startling transformation, Pittsburghers continue to reinvent themselves by launching new businesses that fill a void in the market. Meet four entrepreneurs who made a go of it when the going got tough.
John Altdorfer
Wednesday, May 02, 2007
For a group that touts the benefits of Pittsburgh, getting named Most Livable City is manna from heaven. It lets people know what we already know, says the director of Pittsburgh Celebrates. Now the group focuses on Pittsburgh as a hub of glass art and creativity in the Year of Glass.
Reid R. Frazier
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Some people are born risk-takers, like the serial entreprenuers who continue to launch new idea companies while bracing for the inevitable highs and lows. Risky? You bet. They wouldn't have it any other way.
Anne Lutz
Wednesday, April 04, 2007
Shopping independent neighborhood stores boosts the local economy while offering better customer service and more unique, adventurous shopping.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
What is driving the quest for innovation? And how can we make innovation better work for us? In a Pop City interview, innovation strategist Tara Lemmey, CEO of LENSVentures, explains what it takes.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
As spring bursts forth, what better time to explore the area's better taprooms? And who better to guide us than Man About Town Abby Mendelson?
Meghan Holohan
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
From the start, Pittsburgh has been a national leader in green building. Now the region is poised to lead in another hot market segment--green building products.
Lisa Ferrugia
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Why is Pittsburgh suddenly ranking higher on Places to Retire list? For many reasons, among them our best-in-the-world academic departments, the low cost of living, the chance to get involved, and --oh yeah-- those irresistible grandkids.
Sherrie Flick
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
You can't get lost on this walking tour but you can experience all the glory of Bloomfield as you wend your way to the Strip District. Let Sherrie Flick be your guide.
Reid R. Frazier,Reid R. Frazier
Wednesday, March 07, 2007
Top schools, top talent, a strong support system. No wonder more tech start ups are finding that affordable Pittsburgh is the place to be.
Justin Hopper
Wednesday, March 07, 2007
In celebration of Pop City's first anniversary, writer Justin Hopper explains the "gospel of Pittsburgh," that hard-to-define passion that fuels so many Pittsburghers who love it here and wouldn't live anywhere else.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, March 07, 2007
As Pop City celebrates a wild and wonderful first year, we want to thank you for reading and supporting us, and for forwarding us across the city, the country and the world. (Hello, New Zealand!)While we have many faithful local readers, we also have countless ex-Pittsburghers who deeply miss this place and log onto Pop City every week to get their fix. Here is one example of many emails we receive.
Julie Mickens
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
The bargains, the thrills, the unexpected great discoveries. It's all here in the Pittsburgh guide to underground rock.
Peter Machamer
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
When there never seems to be enough time, specialty services are just what’s needed. From daily necessities to luxuriant splurges, more personal services are springing up to enhance your life. Delivery, please!
Jen Saffron
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Pittsburgh has become a hotbed for crafts and now, with the upcoming Craft Congress, the goal is to make it a center of the crafts movement.
Abby Mendelson,Abby Mendelson
Thursday, February 08, 2007
Acclaimed graphic designer Brett Yasko is hotter than ever, with his powerful designs making waves on the local, national and international scene.
Margaret Farrell
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
One measure of success of a post-industrial city is the status of its brownfields. While Pittsburgh has an impressive history of brownfield redevelopment, a major project underway could set a national standard.
Samantha Archetti
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
What's it like for a person from another country to move to Pittsburgh? How welcoming are we, anyway? And how do they view our city and culture? An artist from London who is new to town sets out to find the answers.
Robert Isenberg
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Yes, it was late arriving but winter is finally here. With only six weeks left, why not make the most of it? From skiing to ice skating, cross-country to winter hikes, there's plenty of opportunity to have a wintry blast in Pittsburgh, recently named one of the Top Adventure Cities.
Robert Isenberg,Robert Isenberg
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
Staged readings strip plays to the bare essentials of dramatic storytelling while providing more opportunities to showcase local actors and writers. Pittsburgh theatres large and small are producing more than ever. They're hip. They're fun. And they're often free.
LIsa Collins
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
Philadelphia's center city established a Business Improvement District in 1990 which resulted in phenomenal growth. What can Pittsburgh learn from this national model?
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
The poetry scene in Pittsburgh is more happening than in cities three times its size, says local poet Michael Simms. As founder of the renowned Autumn Press, Simms is doing his part in putting Pittsburgh on the poetry map.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
All around town, the hottest music to hear on the coldest nights.
Gordon Spencer and Pop City staff
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
The powerful outcome of architecture is the residual space that it shapes, says one Pittsburgh architect. Find out what others are saying about new and recent projects all over town that are changing the physical landscape--and more.
Tracy Certo,Tracy Certo
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
As winner of the 2006 Heinz Award for Public Policy, Bruce Katz of the Brookings Institute has spent his entire career helping to revitalize cities. In an interview with Pop CIty, he talks about how far we've come--and how much further we have to go.
Jen Saffron
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
It's a natural and good thing for young people to leave their hometown to spread their wings. But they often return and Pittsburgh seems to have a higher than normal number of "boomerangers." What's the draw? Turns out there are many.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
As Pop city kicks off the "Pittsburgh Innovates" section this week, we examine innovation in this feature story. We know that innovation drives the economy and it’s essential in getting a competitive edge in today’s global economy. But what is it exactly? And how can we get more of it?
Jen Saffron
Wednesday, November 15, 2006
What does it take to preserve an old building? Author Jen Saffron, no stranger to restoration, offers insight from a tour she took during the National Trust for Historic Preservation conference last week. The upshot? It's worth it.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
A new research report measuring a city's vitality in four major areas gives insight into Pittsburgh's strengths and weaknesses. See how we stack up--and how you, too, can help.
Tracy Certo,Tracy Certo
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
How can a city compete in today's global economy? By achieving success in four areas, says Carol Coletta, host of Smart City Radio.
Jen Saffron
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
The trails, the parks, the scenery! Pittsburgh's got it all for bike riders including varied terrain, 37 inspiring Riverfront trails and the most daunting of hills. Get out there and ride!
Larry Slater
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
More than 268 foreign companies have operations in and around Pittsburgh, generating more than 38,000 jobs and infusing a cosmopolitan flair to the area. The draws are many, including an educated workforce, strong technology centers, and cultural and sports attractions.
Jennifer Baron
Wednesday, October 04, 2006
Every city is trying to attract young people but how many are giving them a voice in shaping the city? In a full-day Idea Round Up, the Sprout Fund brought hundreds of young people together to hear what they have to say. Now with the Big Idea Book, here's your chance.
Erik Schark
Wednesday, October 04, 2006
You should be warned: Something to Be Desired could be habit-forming. Part sit-com, part soap opera, the Pittsburgh-based web show about radio station WANT is often hilarious, always entertaining, and drawing an international following.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
What can you find in Pittsburgh that you won't find anywhere else in the country? Pop City offers a Top 10 list.
Jennifer Baron
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
One way to better understand and deal with issues of racism and discrimination is by talking openly to people of different backgrounds. In Pittsburgh, a number of small groups are engaged in conversations that can open eyes and ultimately change lives.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, September 13, 2006
Although Pittsburgh is a different city from what it was decades ago, the old image lingers on. A group of Pittsburghers is out to change that in the first ever integrated marketing campaign for the region.
Mark Stroup
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Even as regional brewers struggle, craft brewers are thriving --and converting conventional beer drinkers who learn to appreciate the higher quality stuff. From home brews to craft breweries, it's enough to make you cheer.
Pop City staff
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
At Pop City, we mourn the loss of Mayor Bob O’Connor, who in his brief time in office, showed us how a positive, can-do attitude can make such a difference in lifting spirits, achieving progress and moving the city forward. Pop City expresses its condolences to the O’Connor family and to all the citizens of Pittsburgh. We have lost a true leader.
Tracy Certo and Robert Isenberg
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
It's the one. The only. The Strip District. Nothing else compares to this lively, authentic shopping district where young and old flock day and night. Take a tour of the most happening place in town with our visiting guide. Then visit the PopCity
moving and
investment guides.
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
What is it about a Main Street we find so appealing? For many reasons, we're rethinking these icons of American culture in a back to the future change of lifestyle. They provide the character and community — and coffee houses — we crave.
Elizabeth Parker
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Jonesin' for chocolate or candy lately? You're in a good spot since Pittsburgh offers a super sweet selection of candy stores, ranging from mood-altering chocolates to old-fashioned candy you haven't seen since your childhood. Take a mouth-watering tour of some of the better places to get a sure-fire fix.
Larry Slater
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
From Meds and Eds to green building, Pittsburgh can teach the world a thing or two in a wide range of fields. Here's what visiting groups to Pittsburgh learn from us.
Jennifer McGuiggan
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
It's not much of a secret anymore that Pittsburgh is an affordable city. From housing to dining out to entertainment, you can enjoy it all here--cheap!
Peter Machamer and Barbara Diven Machamer
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
If you savor fresh produce, the time is right. And with Pittsburgh ranking #1 in farmers markets and community gardens, there's no better place to be right now.
Elizabeth Parker
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
The best way for PIttsburgh to become a more diverse city could be through an all-out concerted effort by its workforce. It's underway with the Western Pennsylvania Diversity Initiative, a growing group of professionals committed to attracting more professionals of diverse backgrounds to the city.
Gregg Ramshaw
Wednesday, July 26, 2006
From tapas to tropas, small plates and more adventurous dining have fueled the growth of upscale restaurants. The landscape has changed dramatically in the past decade or so, and the trend to experiment with food and wine shows no sign of stopping.
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, July 26, 2006
Junk the gas guzzler. Stop strap-hanging. There are better and far more creative ways to get to work. From kayaking to cross-country skiing, Pittsburghers can do it all.
Jennifer McGuiggan
Tuesday, June 27, 2006
From the start, Pittsburgh has been a national leader in green building. Now that the rest of the country is catching up, our region shifts its focus to greening the wealth of wonderful historic buildings in our midst. With the support of Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation and the Green Building Alliance, we can't miss.
Anne Lutz
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
Want to know how outsiders perceive Pittsburgh? Ask an executive recruiter or someone working in a relocation office. They'll tell you that time and again, prospects are wowed by our city--the architecture, city parks, schools, the increasingly vibrant downtown.Guide them, says one, and the city sells itself...
Abby Mendelson
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
A new book by Bob Regan says that yes, as a matter of fact Pittsburgh does trump Venice as the world’s most bridge-able city. As our bridge-happy city hosts the prestigous International Bridge Conference this month, there's no better time to explore the fascinating world of Pittsburgh bridges with author who brought us the incomparable The Steps of Pittsburgh.
Justin Hopper
Wednesday, May 31, 2006
Only in the underground art world could fierce independence become a unifying trait: With his Appalachian School, artist Terry Young hopes to show that Pittsburgh artists are in a class of their own--one that's dynamic, radical and unique...
Tracy Certo
Wednesday, May 24, 2006
What would Pittsburgh be without foundations? A shadow of its present self. Of all the cities in the country, Pittsburgh ranks among the tops with the generous grant money supplied to the region every year. From cultural assets to economic development, it would be a much different region without them.
Larry Slater
Wednesday, May 10, 2006
Like everywhere else, manufacturing jobs are down here; however, the decline isn't the whole picture. More attention needs to be focused on the new industries that are picking up the slack. Meds and Eds are up. New high-tech industries are moving into the area. A look at the bigger picture...
Anne Lutz
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
As
a global tech company with its research and development located here in
Pittsburgh, Seagate is nothing short of phenomenal. A talent magnet —
with 100 Ph.Ds and growing — and an unstoppable force in disc-drive
technology, Seagate was named as Forbes Magazine's Company of the Year.
The reason Seagate's R&D is located here in
Pittsburgh? Mark Kryder, chief technology officer, a huge fan
of Pittsburgh who simply refused to leave.
Jennifer Baron
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
Weblogs, or blogs, are exploding in Pittsburgh, giving voice to all kinds of people on all kinds of subjects, from politics to art and everything in between. Find out who's who in the blogging world in Pittsburgh and how they're changing the landscape of communications.
Barbara Machamer
Wednesday, April 19, 2006
Filmmaker Carl Kurlander could be making movies about anything, anywhere he wanted. But he chose to return home to Pittsburgh to pay homage to a city he loves, in a soon-to-be-released documentary that shows Pittsburgh past and present-- A Tale of Two Cities...
Diane Martz
Wednesday, April 19, 2006
Until the state store system is changed in Pennsylvania, and we always hold hope, here's our way of making the most of what we've got. With a little sense of adventure and some advice from wine consultant Diane Martz, you can drink quality wine at bargain prices. Here's the short and easy guide, from Chardonnay to champagne, to guide your wine buying at your local state store.
Kelli McElhinny
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
Take a hike. Then drink craft beer or splurge on Indian food. With Venture Outdoors' line-up of inspired activities, there's no excuse not to get out there, meet cool people, and enjoy the great outdoors.
Harold Miller
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
In a recent ranking of Best Performing Cities, Pittsburgh didn't fare well. Or did it? Upon closer inspection, Pittsburgh did much better than many other metro areas in key categories such as growth in tech and high-skilled health jobs.
Erik Schark
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
When an actor moves to Pittsburgh from New York City, he thinks it's curtains for his career. But if all the world's a stage, the theaters and acting scene in Pittsburgh offer far more than he ever anticipated...