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The Baltimore and Ohio Rail Bridge Reflected in the Monongahela River.  Photograph Brian Cohen
The Baltimore and Ohio Rail Bridge Reflected in the Monongahela River. Photograph Brian Cohen

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World-famous wire-walker to attempt river crossing at Regatta

There are many ways to cross Pittsburgh's rivers. By car, by bike, by foot. Or in Nik Wallenda's case, by highwire.

As part of the 32nd annual Three Rivers Regatta, the Guinness Book world-record holder will walk across the Allegheny River on a 1,000-foot long wire suspended 200 feet in the air. Without a safety net.

Other events at the Regatta, which occurs July 4th weekend, include include fireworks, live music, climbing walls, jets ski shows, a bass tournament, free kayaking and a national dragon boat championship.

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