McKees Rocks' Miles Bryan School May Become Condos

Miles Bryan School

The McKees Rocks Development Corp (MRDC) is hoping to have a developer on board in the next 12 months to turn the vacant Miles Bryan School into 20-30 luxury loft condos.  The former school has a spectacular view of the Pittsburgh skyline as well as unique terraced grounds.  Miles Bryan was built in 1927 and served as a high school to McKees Rocks' youths until 1966 when McKees Rocks School District merged with Sto-Rox.  It then continued on as Sto-Rox Middle School until 1997 when its doors were closed because expensive renovations needs proved too costly for the district.  It was sold to a developer in 2001 where MRDC holds an option.

"We see Miles Bryan as a viable and marketable property," said Taris Vrcek, director of MRDC.  "We're seeking a developer with the imagination to share our vision of what is possible."  Read more ....

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"Wings Over Pittsburgh" Air Show Returns

US Air Force Thunderbirds

Wings Over Pittsburgh was canceled last year so that the 911th Air Lift Wing base could undergo their Operational Readiness Inspection.  But the 9th Annual Show will return today and tomorrow at the Moon Township base near Pittsburgh International Airport.  Admission and parking is free.  Event times are 9am to 5pm both days, however due to security and air traffic reasons, the exact flying times are not published ahead of time.  Read more ....

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Warhol Dress At 7th Annual Pittsburgh Fashion Story

Campbell Soup Dress

The Seventh Annual Pittsburgh Fashion Story runway show and benefit will showcase collections from local retailers as well as the Campbell Soup Dress from the Andy Warhol Museum's archival collection.  The runway show will be held this Friday, Sept 10th, at J. Verno Studios, 3030 Jane St, South Side.  There is an open bar and appetizers at 7PM with the show starting at 8:30PM.  The event will include an auction which will benefit Partners for Quality and the Allegheny Children's Initiative.

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Mama Fu's Coming To Pittsburgh

Ahi Tuna Salad

Two Mama Fu's Asian House restaurants are planned to open in the Pittsburgh area with six more possible in the next few years.  According to franchise owner Mark Shaw, the first two restaurants will open early next year.  Possible locations for all eight will be Downtown Pittsburgh, Squirrel Hill, South Side, Monroeville, Mt Lebanon & Cranberry.  Read More ....

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Pittsburgh Public Market Opens In The Strip

Pittsburgh Public Market

The Strip is set to receive some new neighbors ...... The Pittsburgh Public Market will be an indoor marketplace in the Produce Terminal Building on Smallman St.  Grand Opening is set for Sept 10th where 43 vendors will showcase their wares.  We'll see some familiar faces:  La Prima Coffee, The Common Plea, Fudgie Wudgie.  But there will be many other vendors specializing in organic produce, local wines, specialty meats and also non-food items such as jewelry.

The Market will be open on weekends only .....Friday 9AM to 7PM; Saturday 9AM to 5PM; Sunday 10AM to 4PM.  Go check it out when you get a chance ...... Its on Smallman St at 17th.  Read More ...

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Lincoln Bakery In Bellevue Celebrates 65th Anniversary

Lincoln Bakery Goodies

This Saturday, from 10 AM to 2 PM, Lincoln Bakery will host a 65th anniversary celebration with free cake, hot dogs and door prizes, including a TV and gift cards to local businesses.  Located at 543 Lincoln Ave (15202), the family-owned bakery has been a Bellevue favorite for all these years.  This is quite an accomplishment since statistics say fewer than 20% of family-owned businesses make it to the 2nd generation.

"We still bake everything from scratch.  Everything is fresh, there's no bag mixes," said owner Joe Porco.  Porco has added new menu items over time, including French pastries, and the folks in Bellevue have shown their appreciation.  Some Saturdays, especially holidays, people are lined up out the door.  Read More ....

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Steelers Kick Off Season With Rib Festival

Heinz Field

The Pittburgh Steelers are celebrating the start of the football season with their annual, five-day Coors Light Kick-Off and Rib Festival, Thursday through Monday at Heinz Field.  The event features four free concerts:  Brett Michaels, Little Big Town, Uncle Kracker and The Clarks.  There will also be well-known rib vendors, other food booths and much more.  Activities begin tonight with the team's final pre-season game.  Fans must purchase tickets for the game, but all other activities during the five-day festival are free.  Details...

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Oakland's Panther Hollow Watershed To Be Restored

The Richard King Mellon Foundation announced a $1 million grant for the purpose of restoring Panther Hollow.  Improper storm water run-off has caused most of the problems, but crumbling public steps, a stagnant lake, dumping and trail overgrowth has added to the not-so-pretty picture.  It will take many years and many more millions, but the ultimate goal is to have the entire watershed completely restored.

Today's restoration plans are a far cry from past attempts which sought to change the locale into something more "architectural" rather than bolstering the existing natural environment.  Read more ...

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