McCutchen's Exit, Lamb's Arrival, Trump's Visits: 2018 Wrap

PITTSBURGH, PA - There was no shortage of memorable events in and around Pittsburgh in 2018. Which ones did Patch readers find the most interesting?

Between now and year's end, Patch is counting down 2018's most-read stories. Today, we’ll focus on numbers 30 through 21.

30. Trump’s Frequent Pittsburgh-Area Visits
The president was no stranger to southwestern Pennsylvania in 2018 as he stumped for Republican candidates.

29. Mike Pintek Dies
The KDKA-AM talk show host succumbed to cancer.

28. Bruno Sammartino Dies
The wrestling legend passed away at 82.

27. Tom Hanks’ Praise For Pittsburgh Packs Huge Online Punch
In town to film a movie, the award-winning actor took to social media to compliment the city.

26. Conor Lamb’s Rapid Political Rise
Lamb was the only person in America to win two different congressional elections this year.

25. One Of The Wettest Years Ever In Pittsburgh
As evidenced by the frequent and occasionally devastating flash flooding.

24. Dave & Buster’s Advances Plans For Second Pittsburgh Location
Expect the new D&B to open early in 2019 in The Block Northway.

23. Pirates Trade Andrew McCutchen
Although he’ll be remembered as one of the greatest Buccos ever, since the trade McCutchen played for the San Francisco Giants and New York Yankees - and he’s now a Philadelphia Phillie.

22. Sharp Edge Beer Emporium Closes
The landmark bar in Friendship ended a 28-year run.

21. Sears And Kmart’s Dwindling Pittsburgh Presence
Will the retailers have any stores here this time next year?

• 2018 Wrap: Stories 50-41

• 2018 Wrap: Stories 40-31

Photo: Associated Press.

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