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Horse racing in Western PA draws both criticism and support

January 24, 2020January 25, 2020 casino, horse racing, Pittsburgh, Zoe Esperseth

By: Zoe Esperseth As Dawnelle Mock walks through the paddocks where the standardbred racehorses are kept before they are set to compete, she lovingly reflects on the amount of care received by the horses. “They eat breakfast before we do, they get lunch before we do. These guys get a lot of care and attention.” Dawnelle Mock serves as both... Read More

Carnegie Science Center unveils new mummy exhibit

October 24, 2019February 7, 2020 2019, Carnegie Science Center, Fall 2019, Mummies of the World, Mummy exhibit, North Shore, Pittsburgh

By: Jordyn Hronec One of the many mummies on display at the Carnegie Science Center as part of the Mummies of the World exhibit. One of the many mummies on display at the Carnegie Science Center as part of the Mummies of the World exhibit. PITTSBURGH–In a glass case, there is the preserved body of a Maryland man, wrapped in... Read More

Photo Series: Hundreds march through Pittsburgh, Participate in Global Climate Strike

September 21, 2019September 21, 2019 2019, Fall 2019, Grant Street, Laine Foxworthy, march, photo series, Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh City County Building, Point Park News Service, Point Park University, protest, rally

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Windber Hospice: A Documentary of Love and Compassion

March 27, 2019February 20, 2020 Gracey Evans, Windber Hospice

Longtime volunteer of 30+ years, Peggy Lichtenfels and Windber Hospice co-founder, Frankie Bock, look over packets and booklets about hospice care. Lichtenfels and Bock are sisters. By Gracey Evans For some, hospice is perceived as a place loved ones are sent to die. Windber Hospice in Windber, Pa., about 15 minutes outside of Johnstown, is on a mission to help... Read More

Photo Series: Fall Fashion Arrives in Pittsburgh

September 26, 2018September 26, 2018 Cora McCarty, Fall fashion

Photos by Cora McCarty, Point Park News Service The crisp and cool air is right around the corner, and everyone’s digging out their fall fashion. As the weather cools, you’ll see Timberlands, Sperry boat shoes, and Ugg moccasins breaking out of the closet. Cardigans, flannels and jeans will always be in, but this year we have some newcomers. The ’80s and... Read More

Pittsburgh-native Brooke Annibale performs at Thrival Festival

September 24, 2018 Brooke Annibale, concerts, music, Thrival Festival

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At Thrival Festival, Bastard Bearded Irishmen Perform

September 24, 2018September 24, 2018 Bastard Bearded Irishmen, music, Thrival Festival

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Dillon Francis Headlines Thrival Festival

September 23, 2018 concerts, Dillon Francis, music, Thrival Festival

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Bear Hands Plays Thrival Festival

September 23, 2018 concerts, music, Thrival Festival

Photos by Caitlin Stoner and Austin Bacasa, Point Park News Service. As part of Thrival Festival 2018, Bear Hands took the stage at sunset on Sept. 21 at Highmark Stadium. Read More

Young Fans Remember Mac Miller As Spokesperson For A Generation

September 13, 2018January 15, 2019 Mac Miller

By Mick Stinelli, Photos by Cora McCarty Homestead native Stephon Boyd stood holding his pit bull by the chain, trying to keep it away from the other pets walking by. It was about 5:30 in the evening. He frowned at the crowd surrounding the jungle gym in Frick Park. “I feel like Mac would’ve wanted everyone to be happy,” Boyd,... Read More