O.J. jury to hear more recordings Friday in Vegas Sep 19, 2008
KDKA Pittsburgh - 2 hours, 28 minutes ago. Sponsored Links. (Yahoo News)
Entrepreneurial Tightrope Sep 17, 2008
Today, Edmunds is founder of Edmunds Travel Consultants in Pittsburgh and author of There's No Business Like Your Own Business, a six-step guide to success published by Viking. Her website is. (USA Today -- Money)
Loan program pays off Sep 17, 2008
Only four loans were awarded during the first year in Pittsburgh. Nationally, about 1,500 loans have been approved, totaling about $150 million. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Businesses frustrated by eBays online policies, fee structure Sep 15, 2008
Businesses frustrated by eBays online policies, fee structure - Pittsburgh Business Times ... Pittsburgh Business Times - by ... If you are already a Pittsburgh Business Times subscriber please create or sign into your bizjournals. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Remembering the events of 9/11 Sep 12, 2008
August 28, 1996: Traded by the Pittsburgh Pirates to the Atlanta Braves for a player to be named later, Ron Wright, and Corey Pointer (minors). The Atlanta Braves sent Jason Schmidt (August 30, 1996) to the Pittsburgh Pirates to complete the trade. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Store fans sports passions Sep 4, 2008
Tail Gate City does carry other teams' stuff from Notre Dame to the Pittsburgh Steelers to the New York Yankees to the Boston Red Sox, to, yes, the Dallas Cowboys. Rieck said most customers who purchase items related to that Texas entity, however, do so with heavy heads, quickly explaining, "I'm not buying this for me." Sports fans, by the way, are among Tail Gate City's employees. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Kitsch in the kitchen Sep 4, 2008
The 2008 Waterfront Food & Wine Tasting from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 18th will benefit the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Taste restaurant fare and wine for $15, or bring a bag of nonperishable items for the food bank and get a $2 discount (). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Look for them in your retailer's bier aisle Aug 29, 2008
With any luck, admittedly in short supply for Pirates fans, that omission will soon be rectified, and Pittsburgh fans will have a suitable receptacle for the ashes of their hopes every summer. And what a great way to stick it to that boorish uncle you never liked, or your smart-alecky brother-in-law: Stick his cremains in a Yankees urn or coffin. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
A forger's masterpieces Aug 12, 2008
The great Pittsburgh banker Andrew Mellon, for instance, once lost a staggering fortune to a ring of con artists plying the market for Old Master paintings. And like so many people who lose money these days, Mellon went wrong believing the advice of so-called experts, who had themselves been thoroughly duped. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Illegal immigrants take water, too Aug 12, 2008
After two weeks in Pittsburgh, one thing stands out: everything is green ... In June, Pittsburgh had a record rainfall ... Joe Guzzardi, a native California bearish on the state's future, recently retired from the Lincoln Technical Academy and, with sadness but conviction, moved to Pittsburgh. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Somerset County chamber to hold 38th annual Antique Fair Jul 25, 2008
Organizers already expect people from the tri-county area, Pittsburgh and Baltimore, but higher gas prices may also play in their favor, she said. They might not go to some of the shows that are farther away, she said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Exclusive investment club calls on Palm Beach again Jul 24, 2008
Exclusive investment club calls on Palm Beach for a second time - South Florida Business Journal. Members: Not Registered. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Quirky U.S. spots, from $139 Jul 23, 2008
from $159 per nightSure, Pittsburgh may have a thriving international art scene, a world-class collection of Carnegie Museums, and a series of sporting events and ballet and theatrical performances throughout 2008 in celebration of the city's 250th birthday. But that's not why you'll be visiting Steel City USA. With the help of the Top Weird Spots guide, you'll be searching for wacky attractions not listed on regular maps. (MSNBC -- Travel)
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ECON-PHENOM (Sostek, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) -- Student ensures econ is no longer the "dismal science." 700. With photo: SH08G119ECOPHENOM.. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Drug case leaves DEA holding rare baseball cards Jul 13, 2008
DuBrule's collection did not include the rarest of cards, the legendary Honus Wagner, whose image as a Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop (he retired in 1917) recently sold for $2. 8 million. (Boston Globe)
Old-time charm Jul 2, 2008
William Doyle Antiques, Collectibles & Furniture (999 Main St., 207-925-1279) specializes in vintage furniture and turn-of-the-century lighting, including Pittsburgh, Miller, and Handel art glass lamps. Harvest Gold Gallery (1082 Main St., 207-925-6502, ) features handmade jewelry by local artisans, decorative art, and contemporary landscape and forest paintings by artists from around the country. (Boston Globe)
With no relief in sight, Bullpen blows late-innings lead Jun 30, 2008
Tampa Bay remains a half-game back after the Rays lost to the Pirates in Pittsburgh, 4-3, in 13 innings. Delcarmen (0-2), who had pitched 13 scoreless innings over his previous 12 appearances, gave up a game-tying, opposite-field homer to Ty Wigginton, followed by a single to pinch-hitter Darin Erstad and a two-out walk to Hunter Pence before Lance Berkman shattered the tie by slashing a changeup to left for a two-run double and 11-9 Astros advantage. (Boston Herald)
Even the Queen is feeling the crunch as Jun 28, 2008
Jill, Pittsburgh, PA, USA. The gist of this news report seems, for me, to highlight royal buildings maintenance costs against Royal visits etc. (Times Online)
City hears report on fire, EMS, mergers Jun 27, 2008
As the city of Pittsburgh headed into another round of debate on merging fire stations and improving ambulance response yesterday, residents of Orchlee Street in Brighton Heights considered the prospect of losing a neighborhood keystone. "It's a point of stability on the street," said Nick Daemous, an antiques dealer who lives across the street from station No. 35, which would see its pumper moved to Marshall-Shadeland under a new plan. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
NBA Finals MVP and Celtics Star, Paul Pierce, Signs Exclusive Deal With Steiner Sports Jun 24, 2008
Pierce joins such notable MVPs as the Yankees Derek Jeter, the Giants Eli Manning, the Colts Peyton Manning, the Pittsburgh Steelers Franco Harris and Mark Messier of the Rangers on the Steiner roster. Steiner Sports Marketing, Inc. is a part of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: - ; ). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fit for a queen Jun 21, 2008
Garden complements house with a history Saturday, June 21, 2008 By Kevin Kirkland, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Bob Donaldson/Post-Gazette A dogwood and irises bloom in the garden of Lee Dyer and Joyce Yasko's 1889 Victorian home in Evans City. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Quick Getaway to Cook Forest Jun 20, 2008
Cook Forest Friday, June 20, 2008 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ... How far: Two hours from Pittsburgh. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Joan Rivers talks about laughing at life's trials Jun 17, 2008
She offers me a sneak peek of what Pittsburgh audiences will hear, and little is printable in a family newspaper. Among those certain to be targeted, and offended, at the Byham will be people with disabilities and the eco-friendly. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
NDIC ECOA raises more than $6,000 for The Learning Lamp Jun 9, 2008
The fundraiser featured raffles for high-value items, such as fine jewelry, American Girl and other collectible dolls, Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers items, golf packages, a collection of gift cards for local businesses donated by the Cambria Somerset Association of Realtors, a Washington, D.C. grand prize raffle with airfare donated by Colgan Air and a tour package donated by U.S. Sen. Robert P. Casey Jr., as well as moer than 100 theme baskets of quality merchandise and gift certificates. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Looking Back in Woodbury Jun 6, 2008
After the war, the family moved back to New Jersey for a short period and then to Pittsburgh, Pa. where Mr. Crane received his primary education. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Findlay man's collection includes 200 game-worn jerseys, pucks, sticks and banners May 31, 2008
A one-man hockey museum His collection includes 200 game-worn jerseys, pucks, sticks and banners Saturday, May 31, 2008 By Dan Majors, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Rebecca Droke/Post-Gazette Tim Kelley, of Coraopolis, has been collecting Penguins memorabilia since 1995. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
FDR memorabilia going on the auction block May 30, 2008
Cache of FDR memorabilia goes on the auction block Friday, May 30, 2008 By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. FDR bought this 18K gold basket-weave compact in 1934 as a Christmas present for his wife. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
'Sheer Madness' May 29, 2008
Stage Review: 'Shear Madness' curls into permanent tease of silliness Thursday, May 29, 2008 By Christopher Rawson, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. One of the champions of interactive theater/cabaret is "Shear Madness," a comic whodunit that's been ensconced in other cities for two or three decades and has finally made its professional Pittsburgh debut at the CLO Cabaret at Theater Square ... Most surprising is the clever and extensive tweaking of the script to Pittsburgh, here and now. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
FAO Schwarz returns toys to Macy's May 27, 2008
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Receipts rising at resale shops amid tough economy May 27, 2008
Receipts rising at resale shops amid softening economy - Business First of Columbus. Members: Not Registered. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Investing in art can have big risks, big rewards May 25, 2008
The Pittsburgh native who became an American legend represents the gold standard of the today's high-priced art market, but when his works were initially bought, their prices were in the mere thousands. Art as an investment can be very lucrative, and extremely risky. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Springs Farmers Market opens May 24, 2008
Most vendors at the farmers market are local, but some come from as far as Washington, Pittsburgh and Morgantown, W. Va. Fresh home-grown vegetables and bedding plants can be found at the farmers market, of course. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Home, sweet Downtown home May 17, 2008
A professional ballroom dancer, he is opening a studio, Absolute Ballroom and Dance Center of Pittsburgh, at the corner of Fifth and Penn avenues in East Liberty on June 8. He is also executive director of Pittsburgh DanceSport, a nonprofit that supports youth and college-age ballroom dancers ... Tickets are $60 each for the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership's Walk and Dine Downtown living tour on Wednesday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Gander Mountain opens megastore May 17, 2008
Palm Beach Post Staff Writer. Saturday, May 17, 2008. (The Palm Beach Post)
Flyers hold off Penguins 4-2, force Game 5 May 16, 2008
PHILADELPHIA - The Pittsburgh Penguins' road to the Stanley Cup finals along the Pennsylvania Turnpike took an unexpected detour ... The smooth ride through 12 playoff games got a bit bumpier when the Philadelphia Flyers staved off elimination from the Eastern Conference finals with a 4-2 victory Thursday night, forcing a Game 5 in Pittsburgh on Sunday ... Pittsburgh wrapped up that series at home in its next chance, shaking off its only other loss in the playoffs (11-2). (Yahoo News)
Actor revels in Narnia role May 16, 2008
Chronicles of Caspian: British actor Ben Barnes revels as prince in Narnia role Friday, May 16, 2008 By Barbara Vancheri, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Murray Close Ben Barnes is Prince Caspian in the "Narnia" sequel. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Braves: Two chances to win road game today May 13, 2008
Anyway, this blue-collar Pittsburgh dude I m sitting next to was a good guy, talked the entire game (when he wasn t yelling Philly you suck, or Hatcher you suck, etc) ... One of the coolest things about the Burgh (and there are many, including the Allegheny Incline and the Fort Washington Tunnel and the restaurant that serves the french fries in the sandwich) is going to the library at the University of Pittsburgh and standing at home plate of Forbes Field ... we get 8 hits and Pittsburgh has 4... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The hammer falls for the final time May 10, 2008
Last of Vernon Regal collection on block Saturday, May 10, 2008 By Marylynne Pitz, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ... When major Pittsburgh mansions were torn down in the 1940s, '50s and '60s, Mr. Regal was running an antique business in the city's East End and eagerly acquired remains of the city's Gilded Age ... From a female heir of Ebenezer Denny, Pittsburgh's first mayor who served from 1816 to 1817, Mr. Regal purchased a Lannuier gaming table. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Track owners give up on slots May 4, 2008
The track is owned by the Rooney family, who also own the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Yonkers Raceway casino and harness track in New York. Their redevelopment plans, President Patrick Rooney Jr. said, assumed the legislature finally would drop its objections to gambling expansion and allow some type of slot machines at racetracks. (The Palm Beach Post)
Ed Bouchette's Steelers/NFL Draft chat transcript 04/22/08 Apr 23, 2008
None of the important people go to New York; the teams dispatch someone, usually not even involved in the draft, to sit by the phone and take the card up to the commish when the pick is made back in Pittsburgh, or wherever. Boring_Draft: So, who's your pick, Ed. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
60 years of many happy returns Apr 23, 2008
They moved to the Pittsburgh area four years ago to be closer to their son, who also lives in Valencia. They've both voted in nearly every federal election since they turned 21, and the one they missed was not for lack of trying: They were vacationing in Europe on Election Day and the absentee ballots that they requested never arrived, said Mrs. Elk. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Medallion of Excellence winners Apr 20, 2008
College career plans: Dual major in bioengineering and Spanish at the University of Pittsburgh to become a surgeon. Parents: Gregory & Susan Rogers. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Korean investor ventures to West End Apr 12, 2008
Korean immigrant-investor ventures out to West End Head of ethnic commerce chamber find new nest in Pittsburgh, wants to build Marriott ... For several years Om, 60, has lived in a humble duplex in the blue collar, in-town Pittsburgh community ... For the past few years Om has lived in a Pittsburgh duplex she bought in a tax lien auction. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Riley frees up OK State in OT Mar 25, 2008
Pittsburgh 67, Baylor 59 - Shavonte Zellous scored 19 points and grabbed a key late rebound in Albuquerque, N.M., to lead the sixth-seeded Panthers (24-10) to the win over No. 3 seed Baylor in a second-round game. Pitt reached a regional semifinal, where it will play last night s Stanford-UTEP winner, for the first time in school history. (Boston Herald)
Dawn in Bhutan Mar 23, 2008
And a Pittsburgh family has played a remarkable role in Bhutan's evolution ... Burt Todd: Pittsburgh's man in Bhutan ... We're from out of town: Pittsburghers Burt and Susie Todd in Bhutan in 1955. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
College basketball, auto racing, prep basketball Mar 19, 2008
SOUTH REGIONALFirst RoundTomorrowAt The Pepsi CenterDenverMichigan State (25-8) vs. Temple (21-12), 12:30Pittsburgh (26-9) vs. Oral Roberts (24-8), 30 minutes followingAt The Honda CenterAnaheim, Calif ... (25-6), 12:30Texas (28-6) vs. Austin Peay (24-10), 30 minutes followingMississippi State (22-10) vs. Oregon (18-13), 7:25Memphis (33-1) vs. Texas-Arlington (21-11), 30 minutes followingSecond RoundSaturdayAt The Pepsi CenterDenverPittsburgh-Oral Roberts winner vs. Michigan State-Temple winner,... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Rooms inspired by famous Pittsburghers Mar 8, 2008
Designers capture essence of famous Pittsburghers in home show exhibit ... Designers capture essence of famous Pittsburghers in home show exhibit The Home & Garden Show Saturday, March 08, 2008 By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ... But while he appreciated contemporary artists like Man Ray, the Pittsburgh native also loved to collect antiques. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Three new 'Placenotes' guides out: Pittsburgh, Dallas, Chicago Mar 3, 2008
Three new Placenotes have just been issued, one for Dallas, one for Pittsburgh and one on "Chicago Art & Architecture." ... Pittsburgh Placenotes includes a guide to the city's parks and bridges, in addition to cards on attractions like the Andy Warhol Museum and Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater, which is located about 90 minutes from the city. (USA Today -- Travel)
Kenneth Cole ads take some bold steps Mar 3, 2008
Warhol once described his favorite aroma as "the first smell of spring in New York." Union Square studios were two deteriorating buildings in Downtown Manhattan occupied by the Pittsburgh-born artist and his crew during his heyday from 1968 to 1984 ... Ten percent of cupcake and T-shirt sales at the event will be donated to Dress for Success Pittsburgh. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Rangers tip Flyers, 5-4, in shootout Mar 3, 2008
Penguins 3, Thrashers 2 - Rookie defenseman Kris Letang had the only goal in the shootout and Pittsburgh rallied after giving away a two-goal lead to extend visiting Atlanta s losing streak to seven ... Pittsburgh opened a 2-0 lead barely two minutes into the game as Ryan Malone and Maxime Talbot scored. (Boston Herald)
Animal magnetism Feb 19, 2008
and cats Tuesday, February 19, 2008 By Linda Wilson Fuoco, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Andy Starnes/Post-Gazette Portraits of a rabbit, a cat and a dog from Animal Friends were painted in Warhol style for The Warhol Museum's "Canis Major" exhibition. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Get Out Events, Hunting & Fishing Calendar Feb 17, 2008
Get Out Events, Hunting & Fishing Calendar Sunday, February 17, 2008 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ... Pittsburgh Area Power Squadon boating safety seminars are free, but there's a fee for course materials. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Welcome to cozy row Feb 2, 2008
Couple unite 3 adjoining South Side homes to create inviting retreat 2007 Renovation Inspiration Contest winner, large project category Saturday, February 02, 2008 By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ... The aim of the competition, which is co-sponsored by the Community Design Center of Pittsburgh, is to honor and encourage sensitive renovation. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Trammell Crow latest to drop Collier Crossing plans Jan 23, 2008
Pittsburgh Business Times - by ... After researching the project in November, Dallas-based Co. has nixed the idea of developing a retail plan, according to Herky Pollock, an executive vice president for /Pittsburgh ... View today's top Pittsburgh business headlines with our new video feature. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Lawrenceville townhouse is divine Jan 19, 2008
Lawrenceville townhouse goes from dilapidated to divine Saturday, January 19, 2008 By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Steve Mellon The bedroom with loft in an 1886 rowhouse in Lawrenceville. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Chili Cook-Off and Soup Cook-Off Jan 17, 2008
Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, will make its Pittsburgh premiere at Heinz Hall for a limited one-week engagement beginning Jan. 29, through Feb. 3 ... Classically trained, three-time Apollo winning duo Black Violin show features an urban style of violin mixtures, vocals, and funk to the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown Pasquerilla preforming Arts Center Mainstage at 7 p.m. Jan. 17. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Cleaing out parent's collections takes patience, persistence Jan 12, 2008
Slug: parentscollection Date: 2008-01-13 00:00:00 Version: original Wire Category: A Words: 820 Bytes: 25088 E-Pub: Y Use Warning: Must credit Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Photos ... By MARYLYNNE PITZ Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008-01-13 00:00:00 ... PITTSBURGH -- What do you do when you're stuck with your mom's cherished collection of 150 rooster figurines. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Deal requires Prizant's to fill orders or refund money Jan 12, 2008
The state attorney general has announced a $100,000 settlement with the owners of Prizant's, the Pittsburgh-area flooring chain that closed abruptly last month, angering hundreds of customers who had made down payments but hadn't received the products that they ordered. Prizant's, a Pittsburgh fixture for four decades, continued to advertise until the day it closed its remaining five stores, the Attorney General's Office said in a court filing. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Tag sale marks end of an era for Jane Holmes Residence Jan 12, 2008
For Jane Holmes Residence, a tag sale marks end of an era Saturday, January 12, 2008 Patricia Lowry, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ... Now, with the closing of Jane Holmes Residence and Gardens last fall, the name of one of Pittsburgh's most generous and socially conscious 19th-century philanthropists seems destined to disappear from the landscape, although not entirely ... As unmarried adults in the last half of the 19th century, they and their two siblings, John and Mary, shared a house on Penn... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The cream of the green Jan 5, 2008
Search post-gazette NOW. Bob Donaldson, Post-Gazette A compact fluorescent light bulb. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Prizant's next move unclear after closure Jan 4, 2008
Over the years, Mr. Hvizdak has counted among his holdings a hotel, the Old Stonewall Golf Club, a Shakespearean pub and restaurant, an aviation company, a title search company called National Real Estate Information Services, and most recently an antique and oriental rug warehouse in Pittsburgh's West End, called "Artifacts." ... Molyneaux flooring, another Pittsburgh chain, has offered former Prizant's customers discounts if they made a deposit but never received carpeting, so long as they... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Keep it or toss it? Jan 2, 2008
What to keep, what to throw out Wednesday, January 02, 2008 By Marylynne Pitz, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. As a certified professional organizer, Vickie Dellaquila knows how common it is for people to have unrealistic expectations about the value of their household goods. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
What to do with your parents' collections Jan 2, 2008
Families face dilemmas when disposing of parents' 'collections' Wednesday, January 02, 2008 By Marylynne Pitz, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Daniel Marsula/Post-Gazette illustration. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Read more... Dec 30, 2007
Although originally from Pittsburgh, Larry's drawl and easy demeanor are more representative of his being a resident of "Nawlins" for 25 years. The Barbishes met at a crawfish boil, the start of a lifetime of sharing each other's cultural cuisine. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
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ED-WOUNDED (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette-- Editorial) -- Soldiers sidelined by injuries should be allowed to keep re-enlistment bonuses ... Pittsburgh Slim -- a.k.a. Sied Chahrour -- fills "Tastemaker" with the kind of bumping sounds fill dance floors and activate libidos ... HAM (Batz, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) -- CADIZ, Ky. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
