East Liberty's historic Highland Building finally get a second life

Great news for Pittsburgh! Built in 1909 by Henry Clay Frick and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991, the towering Highland Building in East Liberty has proven itself a worthy adversary against four past developers who backed out of plans to renovate the vacant structure at 121 South Highland Street. However, a large and determined consortium of development groups has their fingers crossed that this time will be different, as they await approval from the Governor's Office for $4.5 million in RACP funds for a parking garage, as well as Department of Housing and Urban Development financing that will make their project...

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Halloween Happenings at The Pittsburgh Children's Museum

Do you have young ones in your life? Halloween Happenings at the Pittsburgh Children's Museum is perfect for them! Come in dressed in your Halloween finest for a slew of fun, not-so-scary activities and performances for the whole family! It will be happening October 28-30! For more information visit the Pittsburgh Children's Museums website!...

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Running Of The Wieners At Bakery Scare!

Have a wiener dog or a pup under 25 lbs? Sign up, it’s free! Aren’t they cute?! Your dog could participate! It's time to register for the 2nd Annual Running of the Wieners, presented by Better Than Treat Brands! The 2nd Annual Running of the Wieners is a part of Bakery Scare- a day long event that will feature the Better Than Treat Brands’ wildly popular event, where small dogs race in hot dog costumes! The event will also feature live music, celebrity guests, costume contests for pets and people alike, trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting and more! Proceeds will benefit Animal Friends. To enter, send an email to EnterMyDog@gmail.com...

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Weather Emergencies Make Vehicles Lifeboats: How Prepared Are You?

Are you prepared for an emergency? Read on to find out what you should have with you in case of an emergency. With Hurricane Irene bearing down on the East Coast and many Americans trying to evacuate the area in their vehicles, there is a very real threat for people of winding up on their own or even stranded in their vehicle, which becomes a kind of lifeboat. But what is in that lifeboat to help an individual or a family cope with adverse conditions? Too few drivers keep basic tools and other necessities and helpers to endure a night or more alone in a car, or the basics to get a damaged car back on the road.There are a few small...

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