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Norwin families await district fixes to 'racially hostile environment’ after 2024 federal...

WESA 3/17 11:33P Jillian Forstadt

Norwin’s case was among the last racial harassment cases resolved by OCR before the latest Trump administration began steps to dismantle the federal Department of Education...

Pa. lays out plan to boost higher education enrollment, affordability

WESA 3/16 11:32P Rachel McDevitt

It’s the first time in decades the state has created a guiding document for post-secondary education.

Pittsburgh universities will fight student hunger with new, expanded food pantries

WESA 3/10 11:30P Rachel McDevitt

The PA Hunger-Free Campus grants can be used to create or expand campus food pantries, build community partnerships and offer meal plans that are eligible for federal SNAP...

Pittsburgh Penguins buy local carbon credits to offset team's environmental footprint

WESA 3/8 11:30P Ayla Saeed

The Pittsburgh Penguins are tending to the team's carbon footprint in alignment with the Penguin’s Pledge sustainability initiative.

State House Democrats: Pa. needs to prioritize universal pre-K

WESA 3/8 1:00A Whitney Downard | Pennsylvania C

Research indicates that a quality pre-kindergarten education prepares children for kindergarten and beyond.

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Carlow University Names New Provost

Pittsburgh Magazine 3/18 6:00A Ollie Gratzinger

PHOTO COURTESY OF CARLOW UNIVERSITY C arlow University announced on Wednesday that its hunt for a new provost has come to an end. Rhonda Maneval was appointed to the role of provost and vice president...

5 Local Chocolate Shops Where You Can Find Easter Candy

Pittsburgh Magazine 3/18 5:39A Ollie Gratzinger

PHOTO COURTESY OF SHUTTERSTOCK W ith Easter less than three weeks away, fish are frying, eggs are being decorated and one thing in particular is on every shopping list: chocolate. For those who like...

12+ things to do this weekend, from NatureFest to the Pittsburgh Fringe Festival

NEXTpittsburgh 3/18 5:36A Jennifer Baron

Find all the best things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend, from festivals and art openings, to unique family celebrations. The post 12+ things to do this weekend, from NatureFest to the Pittsburgh...

Noam Osband’s family tree grows atop countless foreskins

NEXTpittsburgh 3/18 1:00A Roman Hladio

The Philadelphia-based fringe performer brings his comedic storytelling show to Pittsburgh Fringe Festival this Friday, March 20. The post Noam Osband’s family tree grows atop countless foreskins...

Study finds Pa.'s maternity health desert growing with 23 counties without labor and delivery units

WESA 3/17 11:30P Lydia McFarlane | WVIA News

According to the Center for Rural Pennsylvania, nearly half of the state's rural counties do not have hospitals with labor and delivery units. This reflects a nationwide trend...

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Wilkes Weekly: McGroarty helps WBS end five-game losing streak

PensBurgh 3/18 2:48A Jim Rixner

CLEVELAND, OH - FEBRUARY 27: Cleveland Monsters left wing Roman Ahcan (37) plays the puck as Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins defenseman Phil Kemp (52) and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins center Joona...

Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Carolina Hurricanes 3/18/2026

PensBurgh 3/18 2:09A Julia Stumbaugh

Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (34-18-15, 83 points, 2nd place Metropolitan Division) @ Carolina Hurricanes (42-19-6, 90 points, 1st place Metropolitan Division) When : 7 p.m. ET How to Watch : Locally...

Erik Karlsson is playing incredible hockey for the Penguins

PensBurgh 3/16 9:15P Adam Gretz

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 30: Tommy Novak #18 of the Pittsburgh Penguins celebrates with Erik Karlsson #65 and Parker Wotherspoon #28 after scoring a goal in the second period during the...

Malkin says he and Dubas will talk this summer about contract situation

PensBurgh 3/16 8:01P Mike Darnay

Mar 16, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) controls the puck in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron...

The week ahead: Evgeni Malkin (and perhaps Sidney Crosby) return for Penguins

PensBurgh 3/15 8:58P Adam Gretz

PITTSBURGH, PA - OCTOBER 18: Evgeni Malkin #71 of the Pittsburgh Penguins skates against the Carolina Hurricanes at PPG PAINTS Arena on October 18, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe...

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