$63K in state funds for local emergency services
Nearly $63,000 has been awarded to local fire and EMS companies through the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, according to state Rep. Jessica Benham. "We... — Updated 2/7/2023
Red Roses Floral teams up with South Side Kids gifting free Valentines to local kids
South Side Kids teamed up with Red Roses Floral on 12th and E Carson streets in South Side to spread love this Valentine's Day to local children and families. Beginning Thursday,... — Updated 2/8/2023
Goodwill needs donations of gently used clothing, household items
The winter weather has had a negative impact on donations to Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania stores. As a result, the organization is making an urgent appeal to the public to make a special effort right now to donate gently... — Updated 2/7/2023
PWSA raises income threshold for financial assistance
The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) raised the income threshold for customer assistance programs on February 1, in line with the release of the Federal Poverty Level... — Updated 2/7/2023
Little Explorers Learning Academy open house
The Little Explorers Learning Academy childcare facility, in the former Brashear Center at 2005 Sarah Street in South Side, is targeting to open their doors on February 13 to local families. They will hold a ribbon cutting... — Updated 2/7/2023
William Reeves announces campaign for District 3 City Council
William Reeves has announced his candidacy for District 3 Pittsburgh City Council. Mr. Reeves, 24, is employed with Casa San Jose, an organization providing services and advocating for the rights of the Latino community in... — Updated 2/7/2023
Meager Meal and Prayer Service
An Ash Wednesday Meager Meal & Prayer Service led by Sherri Lynn Dunik will take place on February 22, from 4 - 5:30 p.m. at the Concord Presbyterian Church, 1907 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. The prayer service with... — Updated 2/7/2023
East Carson Street sidewalk work continues in South Side
Sidewalk work on the East Carson Street Safety Improvement Project in South Side continues. Minor sidewalk restrictions will continue on East Carson Street between Smithfield and 33rd streets weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.... — Updated 2/7/2023
County must improve wage verification, public reporting on subsidized projects County Controller says
An audit by Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor shows the county’s Department of Economic Development (ACED) must more actively monitor prevailing wage compliance on projects supported by tax incentive programs and... — Updated 2/7/2023
Nomination petitions available for 2023 Municipal Primary
Nomination petitions are now available online and in the Allegheny County Elections Division office for candidates seeking to run in the May 16, 2023 municipal primary. Petitions, along with instructions, are available online at... — Updated 2/7/2023
Discounted Fares Pilot Program application period closes February 12
The Department of Human Services (DHS) announced the application period for the discounted fares pilot program will close on Sunday, Feb. 12. The program was announced last September and began accepting applications in November... — Updated 1/30/2023
Permanent mail-In, absentee ballot applications for 2023 elections sent out
Mail-in and absentee ballot applications have begun going out to county voters who requested to be placed on the permanent mail-in or absentee ballot list. Act 77 of 2019 provides that individuals on the list shall receive an... — Updated 1/30/2023
Yellow Jackets rebound from adversity for win over New Jersey
Bulletin Board material. Sometimes it's an off-handed remark about a particular player or a team. Two weeks ago, the Steel City Yellow Jackets defeated the New Jersey Knights 140-124 on the strength of American Basketball... — Updated 2/7/2023
Yellow Jackets stunned by Central PA Kings, lose second game, 130-119
The Central Pennsylvania Kings traveled from Harrisburg to make a point Saturday night in Pittsburgh. From the pre-game warm-ups, the No. 21 ranked team looked focused and... — Updated 1/30/2023
What The Reporter means to me - What about you?
Recently, I was sitting in a coffee shop having a conversation about what was happening with The South Pittsburgh Reporter. They had noticed, as most of our readers, the number of pages has gone down and we occasionally take a... — Updated 2/7/2023
Kimberly Richards returns as Sister in 'til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3
City Theatre welcomes back Kimberly Richards in a special event, ‘Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3 by Maripat Donovan. The always-popular Late Nite Catechism series has been a nearly annual occurrence at City Theatre... — Updated 2/7/2023
History Center to honor Black History Month with special programs
The Smithsonian-affiliated Senator John Heinz History Center interprets and preserves Black history and heritage year-round through a variety of events and exhibitions curated by... — Updated 1/30/2023
Health Department readies for Fish Fry season
The Lenten season is right around the corner, which means fish fries are too. The Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) is reminding fish fry sponsors they must have a valid food permit, a requirement for all food facilities... — Updated 1/30/2023
COMMON VIOLATIONS
This is just a short working list of codes & “titles” and is not comprehensive or to be used for anything other than personal reference. All code books are available for purchase through the Bureau of Building Inspection if... — Updated 2/7/2023
