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PHOTOS: What a difference a phase makes – NOLA begins Phase 2 reopening

By Michael DeMocker | June 14, 2020

New Orleans began Phase 2 of reopening the city June 12, with some businesses finally able to open doors after months of being shuttered.

Newsletter: Gifts for Dads, Drive-Ins, Ice Cream & Welcoming Neighbors

By Lindsay Patross | June 12, 2020

We take a look at local drive-ins, dairy-free ice cream options and the best Father’s Day gifts for Pittsburgh dads.

Q&A with Chef Jamilka Borges, including a preview of ‘Wild Child’

By Boaz Frankel | June 6, 2020

Our (virtual) chat with Chef Jamilka Borges walks through quarantine baking, her new (upcoming) restaurant and the post-COVID rebirth of Pittsburgh’s food scene.

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Newsletter: We’re listening & some people you should know

By Lindsay Patross | June 5, 2020

As members of the Pittsburgh community, we’re purposefully adjusting this week’s newsletter. Here’s why.

Now Open: Redhawk Coffee expands to Sharpsburg

By Aadam Soorma | June 4, 2020

The long-awaited Redhawk expansion is complete. Here’s the scoop on their cafe / roaster space in downtown Sharpsburg; open 7 days a week.

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Support Pittsburgh artists // Where to buy local art online

By Jessa Gibboney | June 4, 2020

Local art is needed now more than ever. Here are five online spaces where you can purchase artwork from Pittsburgh-based artists.

Stand-up paddleboarding in Pittsburgh

Ep. 32 – Stand-up paddleboarding in Pittsburgh with SurfSUP Adventures

By Stephanie Brea | June 4, 2020

Meet Ian Smith, a Pittsburgher with a passion for stand-up paddleboarding. For the past 10 years, SurfSUP Adventures has helped folks to explore our local waterways via tours and classes.

Pittsburgh BBQ

Ep. 30 – High on the Hog: Talking Pittsburgh BBQ with Yinz Love BBQ

By Stephanie Brea | June 2, 2020

Doug Derda offers tips for takeout and local spots that will help you perfect your backyard barbecue game this stay-home summer.

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A Pittsburgh organization helps nonprofit turn snorkel gear into PPE

By Brian Conway | June 1, 2020

MasksOn.org is converting snorkel gear into PPE for health care workers. Thanks to a donation from RK Mellon Foundation, more masks are coming to Pittsburgh.

What To Do (Virtually) This Week: June 1-5

By Matt Haines | June 1, 2020

The stay-at-home order has been relaxed, but most of the fun can still be found online! Here are some of the events we’re most looking forward to in Virtual New Orleans this week.