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PPS Summer B.O.O.S.T. didn’t improve test scores. Experts say summer learning matters anyway.

WESA 5/25 11:31P Jillian Forstadt

An independent evaluation of the program found that, compared to students who did not attend B.O.O.S.T. at all, there was no significant impact on reading or math scores.

With teens' input, Pa. AG shares social media recommendations for families and lawmakers

WESA 5/21 11:34P Glynis Board

The state Attorney General's office held a series of conversations with teens over the course of the school year to get insight into their social media use.

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Weekend Wish List

Summer Wind : Pittsburgh Blogger 5/29 12:00A noreply@blogger.com (Sydney Carv

Leather Bucket Bag // Charm Pin // Madras Skirt Exosome/PDRN Serum // Whale Shift Dress // Crewneck Sweater Cream Knit Polo // Tote // Sandals Some items of note... - This...

Upgrades Are Finally Complete on the North Side’s Historic YMCA

Pittsburgh Magazine 5/28 8:34A Ollie Gratzinger

PHOTO BY OLLIE GRATZINGER | WORKERS PUTTING THE FINISHING TOUCHES ON THE ALLEGHENY YMCA AHEAD OF ITS GRAND REOPENING O ne of Pittsburgh s historic YMCA buildings just got a considerable makeover. YMCA...

Debate grows over Allegheny County Jail's medical emergency notification system

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Health) 5/30 11:00P By Stephana Ocneanu / Pittsburgh

Why bees and wasps matter: 'They’re just doing their thing in nature, pollinating plants'

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Health) 5/30 10:00P By Roberta Burkhart / Pittsburgh

Summer stings: Allergic reactions are the greatest health risks from bees and wasps

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Health) 5/30 10:00P By Roberta Burkhart / Pittsburgh

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The Penguins need to find their K’Andre Miller type of trade

PensBurgh 5/29 5:42A Jim Rixner

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 30: Justin Brazeau #16 of the Pittsburgh Penguins goes for the puck against K'Andre Miller #19 of the Carolina Hurricanes in the first period at PPG PAINTS Arena on...

2025-26 Season in Review: Erik Karlsson

PensBurgh 5/29 3:37A Jim Rixner

PITTSBURGH, PA - MARCH 31: Erik Karlsson #65 of the Pittsburgh Penguins in action during the game against the Detroit Red Wings at PPG PAINTS Arena on March 31, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania....

What should Egor Chinakhov’s next contract look like?

PensBurgh 5/27 4:00A Adam Gretz

PITTSBURGH, PA - APRIL 04: Egor Chinakhov #59 of the Pittsburgh Penguins in action during the game against the Florida Panthers at PPG PAINTS Arena on April 4, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo...

Evgeni Malkin extended for 2026-27, $5.5 million base with incentives

PensBurgh 5/26 8:36A Jim Rixner

PITTSBURGH, PA - APRIL 05: Rickard Rakell #67 of the Pittsburgh Penguins celebrates his first period goal with Evgeni Malkin #71 against the Florida Panthers at PPG PAINTS Arena on April 5, 2026 in...

Malkin contract update: Sides in contact, negotiating money

PensBurgh 5/26 3:44A Jim Rixner

PITTSBURGH, PA - MARCH 31: Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) skates during the second period in the NHL game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Detroit Red Wings on March 31, 2026, at...