Vol. 31, No. 33
Seven Days of Arts + Entertainment: Aug. 20-26
Learn to make fermented hot sauce, watch a documentary about John Lewis, and more events this week in Pittsburgh
By Hannah Lynn
Handmade Arcade forges ahead with DIGITAL DIY: A Virtual Marketplace
By Amanda Waltz
At Home With: Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief of The Pitt News
ScareHouse finds new home at Pittsburgh Mills
Pittsburgh Art Commission to host first meeting to discuss Christopher Columbus statue removal
Strip District bar, which earlier denied COVID stats, temporarily shut down over COVID safety violations
By Julia Maruca
Gov. Wolf recommends legalizing recreational marijuana as part of COVID-19 relief
LGBTQ Coalition and TransYOUniting announce takeover of 2021 Pittsburgh Pride, plan to work with organizations throughout region
Police escalate protest outside Peduto’s house with pepper spray, projectiles, and apparent kettling
Pittsburgh's Jewish Community Center creates childcare program for kids attending online classes
Peduto announces changes to police department following controversial police tactics this week; no discipline mentioned
By Ryan Deto
Pittsburgh Police Sergeant shares racist and anti-protest material on social media during ongoing Black Lives Matter demonstrations
PHOTOS: Three demonstrations merge in Pittsburgh on Saturday, following week of criticisms directed at Pittsburgh Police and Mayor Peduto
By Jared Wickerham
Democratic National Committee is buying all ads on The New Pittsburgh Courier homepage for four days
PA students are in the midst of a mental health crisis as they prepare for a largely virtual year
By Elizabeth Hardison
Sean Parnell says veteran organizations can create an “unhealthy entitlement” mindset
Pittsburgh City Council introduces police facial recognition, predictive policing ban
Pa. Senate GOP advances "first pass" at election fixes; Wolf says talks are ongoing
With deadline set to expire, Gov. Wolf asks lawmakers to extend moratorium on evictions, foreclosures
By John L. Micek
Mayor Peduto tells WESA he plans to run for reelection, amid recent criticism
Voter outreach campaign Remember What They Did pairs damning quotes with original art
Port Authority rejected for federal grants to expand electric bus network
Rally held in Downtown Pittsburgh calls for police reform and to drop charges against Black Lives Matter protesters
Apteka in Pittsburgh is selling its own kvass. What is it?
These beers will change how you think about low-alcohol brews
By Maggie Weaver
Lawrenceville Distilling Co. creates a canned gin gimlet
“Let’s just start over”: Owners of pop-up series Menuette open Oak Hill Post in Brookline
10 books in 10 words or less
By Jordan Snowden
Seven Days of Music: Aug. 20-26
An open mic competition, a concert in the park, and more music events happening this week in Pittsburgh
Two new-ish Pittsburgh albums you should know
April in Paris of Appalachia artist to launch new driveable billboard museum
Billboard art museum set to expand following successful opening in July
For Sale With Baggage: Cheetah vs Leopard
By Abbie Adams
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY: Aug. 20-26
By Rob Brezsny
Lynn Cullen Live - 8/19/20
Audio & Video Archive
By Lynn Cullen
Lynn Cullen Live - 8/20/20
Lynn Cullen Live - 8/24/20
Lynn Cullen Live - 8/25/20
What you need to know when filing an unemployment claim in Pennsylvania
Job losses and financial insecurity are taking a toll on mental health during the pandemic
Refresh your resume with these expert tips
Looking for a job? These local job-listing sites provide the Pittsburgh touch
By Lisa Cunningham
How to apply for food assistance, even if you’ve never done it before
Accessing free public computers, internet, and curbside printing in Pittsburgh
How to find health care when you’re out of work
What places in Pittsburgh can help with job training for a new career
Need help finding an interview outfit? There are resources in Pittsburgh that can help.
Pittsburgh-based company uses video games to help users learn job skills and career interests
The Employment Guide
Navigating the job field in unprecedented times
By Mars Johnson
Opinion: Locals should decide which pieces of history to keep — or demolish
By Emily Brown
Now Hiring in Pittsburgh: Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Cancer Bridges, PPG Paints Arena, and more
By Morgan Biddle
UPDATE: What the hell is happening with the 2024 Regatta and why is a guy named Giuseppe involved?
Sad Summer Festival continues Pittsburgh's season of pop punk
By Ethan Beck