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1. Pittsburgh-Area Man Fatally Electrocuted (patch.com) — Pittsburgh-area readers are learning more about a tragic electrocution in Fayette County that claimed the life of a 32-year-old New Salem man. Authorities say he appeared to be trying to remove wire from active electrical lines near Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church, prompting state police to warn the public about the deadly risks of tampering with live infrastructure.
2. Piece Of Pittsburgh Brewery History Stolen (patch.com) — Pittsburgh’s Penn Brewery in Troy Hill is reeling after thieves stole the original copper kettle bottom that was being turned into a memorial for former head brewer Andy Rich. The loss comes as the city’s oldest craft brewery faces a looming sheriff’s sale and Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with Pittsburgh police detectives now investigating the theft.
3. Loews Hotels to build 500-room convention center hotel in Pittsburgh (pennlive.com) — A 500-room Loews hotel will finally be built onto Pittsburgh’s David L. Lawrence Convention Center, bringing a $418 million investment, 1,200 union construction jobs, and 400 permanent union jobs. State, county, and city leaders say the project anchors a broader downtown revitalization, alongside new housing, upgrades at Point State Park, and fresh attractions like Arts Landing and a reimagined Market Square.
4. Man slashed with brass knuckles near Pittsburgh's Market Square (cbsnews.com) — Police say a man was slashed with brass knuckles near Pittsburgh’s Market Square Friday night, and the suspect was quickly taken into custody while the victim was hospitalized in stable condition. The attack follows other recent violence downtown and comes as a temporary chaperone policy and added private security remain in place for teens around Market Square.
5. Pittsburgh Public Schools closures opposed by local coalition (wtae.com) — Pittsburgh families could soon see nine city public schools closed, and a coalition of eight parent and advocacy groups is urging the school board to vote no on the facilities plan Wednesday. Supporters say closures would save millions and redirect capital funds, while opponents argue the proposal lacks details to protect marginalized students and would disrupt a third of the district.
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