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🌱 Free Spring Treats + HomeGoods + Water Main Breaks
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Hello, Pittsburgh. Happy Monday! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town. In this issue, you'll find news about:
- Freebies to usher in spring.
- HomeGoods coming to The Waterworks.
- Water main breaks in Bluff neighborhood; repairs to last into evening.
Let's go!
But first, today's weather:
Sunny and warmer. High: 52 Low: 30.
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Here are the top stories in Pittsburgh today:
1) A water main break over the weekend impacted the city's Bluff neighborhood. According to Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority, a six-inch water main on Miltenberger Street broke on Sunday morning. Five properties in the area that are impacted by the water main break have been contacted about the outage by robocall. "Crews in the area of Fifth and Forbes avenues will be working to repair the break until approximately 6 p.m."
2) Pittsburgh's famous Primanti Bros. has big plans as it enters its 90th year on the foodie scene. Under the leadership of new CEO Adam Golomb, Primanti's focus will be on staying true to the brand's roots while embracing the future. "The plan is to open five locations a year (including what will become the largest Primanti's to date, in the North Hills) while introducing the "Almost Famous" sandwich, not to mention the chain's pizza and wings, to even more folks beyond the Steel City." Golomb states that Primanti's real estate team has its sights set on Maryland, Virginia, Ohio and Eastern Pennsylvania.
3) Today marks the official 'First Day of Spring', and local businesses are giving out free items to celebrate. For its 30th consecutive year in a row, Rita's will offering a free ice to customers. The store will also be announcing its newest ice flavor on the 20th. Dairy Queen is also offering customers a free small ice cream cone. "The iconic curl you crave is 100 percent free on March 20," DQ"s website states. "All you have to do is show up and order."
4) Shoppers looking for home essentials and decor can head to The Waterworks shopping plaza along Freeport Road near Aspinwall to visit the newest HomeGoods location. "The store will fill the empty Bed Bath & Beyond store near Dunham's, Waterworks spokeswoman Mara Mrvos said." Shoppers can expect to find an eclectic selection of lamps, rugs, frames, art, small furniture and other decorative accessories. TJX Cos. operates HomeGoods, T.J. Maxx and Marshalls, which also are located in the shopping center.
(TribLIVE)
5) Local foodies will be excited to know that a plethora of new Pittsburgh eateries are set to open soon. Barcelona Wine Bar is replacing the former Sharp Edge Bistro in Downtown's cultural district. Kura, a restaurant that will serve sushi on a conveyor belt, is set to open in The Box Office, the former SouthSide Works Cinemas that is being repurposed primarily into office space. Big Spring Spirits, hosting a mix of offerings such as a distillery, a local artisan marketplace and a Millie's Homemade Ice Cream store, will open on McKean Street near Station Square.
Today in Pittsburgh:
- 55 Live! Slot Tournament (10 AM)
- Family Storytime - C.C. Mellor Memorial Library (10:30 AM)
- Parents' Coffee - Andrew Bayne Memorial Library (10:30 AM)
- Pre-K Story Time - Avalon Public Library (10:30 AM)
- Virtual Chair Yoga - Mount Lebanon Public Library (1:30 PM)
- Crafterschool - Community Library of Castle Shannon (3:45 PM)
From my notebook:
- US National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA: "With the snow outside, this is a good reminder that you can help us by reporting snow or rain to us via the CoCoRaHs app. Training scheduled for March 20th at 7pm. Register here." (US National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA via Facebook)
- Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens: "Did you know our Spring Flower Show: Five Senses of Splendor is now open? Filled with delicious smells, tranquil sounds, interesting textures and more, your senses will be delighted at this seasonal display! Tickets are now available." (Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens via Facebook)
- Carnegie Science Center: "There's more to see than can ever be seen under the dome! Catch a showing of Laser Symphony of the Stars featuring songs such as "Circle of Life," "Over the Rainbow," and "Chim Chim Cheree."" (Carnegie Science Center via Facebook)
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh: "📚 Celebrate Women's History Month and Gender Equality Month with these titles from CLP - West End." (Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh via Facebook)
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You're all caught up for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update.
— Rachel Tasker
About me: Rachel is a native Pennsylvanian with stops in Erie and State College before making Pittsburgh her home in 2020. She's got a background in a little bit of everything... from working in media newsrooms and public health to the 2016 Presidential election in Washington, D.C. and the 2019 Super Bowl where (surprise!) Tom Brady won... AGAIN. She loves good coffee, bad reality T.V., attending local events and trying new food in the 412. She resides in the South Hills.
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