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• Furry Tails: Magenta Is Waiting For A Forever Home

  20-03-2020 23:56
  
  Are you looking to bring a pet into your home? Local animal shelters are a great place to find a furry companion. So, as part of Furry Tails, I’ll be doing an ongoing feature on adoptable pets from local animal shelters once a week. If you have room in your heart and are looking to bring a lovable ball of fur into your home, maybe one of these guys is meant to be a part of your family!_____________________________________________________________________________________
  Magenta
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• Inside Politics With Jon Delano: It Is A Free County – Do I Have To Stay Home?

  20-03-2020 23:24
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — On Thursday, Governor Tom Wolf ordered a complete shutdown of “all non-life-sustaining businesses,” essentially a mandatory order that, he said, would be enforced beginning Saturday.
  The goal is to enforce social distancing, which is not always possible in the workplace because this coronavirus is so easily spread from person to person.
  “The spread of COVID-19 is increasing at an exponential pace. We cannot allow this virus to overwhelm our hospitals,&
  
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• Inside Politics With Jon Delano: It Is A Free Country – Do I Have To Stay Home?

  20-03-2020 23:24
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — On Thursday, Governor Tom Wolf ordered a complete shutdown of “all non-life-sustaining businesses,” essentially a mandatory order that, he said, would be enforced beginning Saturday.
  The goal is to enforce social distancing, which is not always possible in the workplace because the coronavirus is so easily spread from person to person.
  “The spread of COVID-19 is increasing at an exponential pace. We cannot allow this virus to overwhelm our hospitals,&r
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Volunteers Helping Neighbors By Picking Up Groceries, Prescriptions And Checking In Amid Spreading Virus

  20-03-2020 23:15
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – As Gov. Tom Wolf encourages more people to stay at home, communities are stepping in to make sure no one is alone.
  The “buddy system” in the neighborhood was started by Lawrenceville United less than a week ago.The organizer told KDKA it was a suggestion by the CDC, and they set it up.
  Essentially, it’s an army of volunteers ready to help their neighbors in Lawrenceville.It could be anything from grocery shopping, to picking up a prescription or just s
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Volunteers Helping Elderly Neighbors By Picking Up Groceries, Prescriptions And Checking In Amid Spreading Virus

  20-03-2020 23:15
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – As Gov. Tom Wolf encourages more people to stay at home, communities are stepping in to make sure no one is alone.
  The “buddy system” in the neighborhood was started by Lawrenceville United less than a week ago.The organizer told KDKA it was a suggestion by the CDC, and they set it up.
  Essentially, it’s an army of volunteers ready to help their neighbors in Lawrenceville.It could be anything from grocery shopping, to picking up a prescription or just s
  
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• Coronavirus In Ohio: State Reports Its First Coronavirus Death

  20-03-2020 23:05
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine confirmed the state’s first death from the coronavirus was a 76-year-old attorney from the Toledo area who recently traveled to California. Near Dayton, 11 residents of a nursing home have tested positive for the virus. A look at coronavirus-related developments in Ohio on Friday.
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  The Miami County Health Department said 11 residents of Koester Pavilion, a nursing facility in western Ohio, have tested positive for the virus. Tests are
  
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• City Of Pittsburgh Changes Some Operations Due To Coronavirus Outbreak

  20-03-2020 23:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With the governor’s new regulations going into effect at midnight, the city is also limiting some of their operations, while at the same time, making sure they’re limiting their possible exposure to COVID-19.
  The heads of different emergency response services in the City of Pittsburgh held a news conference Friday to share updates to their response to the coronavirus outbreak.
  It’s important to note that emergency services are not being diminished, but
  
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• City Of Pittsburgh Change Some Operations Due To Coronavirus Outbreak

  20-03-2020 23:04
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With the governor’s new regulations going into effect at midnight, the city is also limiting some of their operations, while at the same time, making sure they’re limiting their possible exposure to COVID-19.
  The heads of different emergency response services in the City of Pittsburgh held a news conference Friday to share updates to their response to the coronavirus outbreak.
  It’s important to note that emergency services are not being diminished, but
  
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• Coronavirus In Pennsylvania: Food Banks Shifting Priorities As Many Are Out Of Work Due To Virus

  20-03-2020 22:52
  
  PITTSBURGH, PA (KDKA) — As more businesses continue to close, more people are out of work and worried about finances.
  Many are turning to the local food bank for help.
  (Photo Credit: KDKA)
  The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank CEO is calling the increase of people dramatic, and that’s just over the last three days.
  She said they are seeing increased demand daily as more people are out of work because of the coronavirus shutdowns.
  While they have enough food right now, they need
  
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• UPMC Looking To Expand Testing To Other Parts Of State

  20-03-2020 22:49
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — As the Coronavirus spreads throughout the nation, and even right here in Western Pennsylvania, health organizations along with hospitals are preparing.
  Now that UPMC has announced that they are doing their own testing and setting up testing sites, they are looking to expand their reach in other parts of the state.
  Right now, they’ve seen about 25 symptomatic positive case in their healthcare system.Only 4 are in the hospital.
  Meanwhile, there have been concerns ra
  
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• President Trump Allows Borrowers To Suspend Student Loan Payments For 2 Months

  20-03-2020 22:15
  
  By Katie Lobosco, CNN
  (CNN) — Student loan borrowers will be able to suspend their federal student loan payments without penalty and without accruing interest for at least 60 days, the Department of Education said Friday.
  President Donald Trump announced a week ago that he would waive student loan interest amid the coronavirus crisis — but borrowers were awaiting details on how it would work and how long it would last. The Department of Education’s announcement Friday clarifies
  
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• CBS Airing Classic NCAA Tournament Games This Weekend To Help Fans Cope With No March Madness

  20-03-2020 21:16
  
  (CBS Local)- The spread of the coronavirus has led to the postponement and, in some cases, cancellation of many tentpole sporting events over the last several weeks. One of those that is being felt particularly hard these days is the cancellation of this year’s Division I men’s basketball tournament, which in a normal world, would have kicked off its first round of games yesterday.
  To help fans cope, CBS announced today that they will be airing six classic NCAA Tournament games this
  
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• Coronavirus In Allegheny County: Self-Quarantining Sheriff’s Deputies Can Return To Work After Deputy Tests Negative

  20-03-2020 20:55
  
  ALLEGHENY COUNTY (KDKA) — Fifteen self-isolating Allegheny County Sheriff’s Deputies can return to work after a sick deputy tested negative for coronavirus.BREAKING : Sick Allegheny County Sheriff Deputy tests negative for #coronavirus. A dozen other quarantined deputies can now return to work. #KDKA
  — Andy Sheehan (@AndySheehankdka) March 20, 2020On Wednesday,the Allegheny County sheriff’s deputies were self-isolating after possible exposure to the virus.
  The sheriff say
  
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• Coronavirus In Allegheny County: Self-Quaranting Sheriff’s Deputies Can Return To Work After Deputy Tests Negative

  20-03-2020 20:55
  
  ALLEGHENY COUNTY (KDKA) — A dozen self-isolating Allegheny County Sheriff’s Deputies can return to work after a sick deputy tested negative for coronavirus.BREAKING : Sick Allegheny County Sheriff Deputy tests negative for #coronavirus. A dozen other quarantined deputies can now return to work. #KDKA
  — Andy Sheehan (@AndySheehankdka) March 20, 2020On Wednesday, 13 Allegheny County sheriff’s deputies were self-isolating after possible exposure to the virus.
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• An Egg In The Hays Bald Eagle Nest Is Hatching

  20-03-2020 20:53
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – An egg in the Hays bald eagle nest is hatching!
  Right now, there are two confirmed eggs in the nest, and it appears a hatchling is trying to make its way into the world.One of the eggs appears to have a visible pip in it, meaning the baby eagle is trying to get out.
  The Audubon Society confirmed the pip happened around 12:30 p.m. Friday.The Audubon Society says the first egg of the year was laid on Feb. 13 at 6:30 p.m., and the second egg was laid three days later at 6:
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: CMU Student Tests Positive For COVID-19

  20-03-2020 20:49
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A CMU student is in self-isolation in an off-campus residence after testing positive for COVID-19.
  In a letter, Carnegie Mellon University confirmed a student who returned from Spring Break and was last on campus March 16 tested positive for coronavirus.
  The university’s president says communication with people who came in close contact with the student is underway. Those people will also be required to self-isolate for 14 days.
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• Showtime Offers 30 Day Free Trial To New Customers

  20-03-2020 20:30
  
  (CBS Local)– On Friday, Showtime announced that it will offer a free 30-day trial to new customers.
  The network boasts series such as “Homeland,” “Billions,” “Black Monday,” “Ray Donovan” and viewers who sign up before May 3 can access all of the network’s series, documentaries, and movies.
  Many of the network’s streaming partners and traditional TV providers will also offer a 30-day free trial to Showtime.We wouldn't dare st
  
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• Smile, a bald eagle is hatching in Pittsburgh

  20-03-2020 20:21 via post-gazette.com
  
  Pip seen in Hays egg indicated hatching is taking place
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Pittsburgh Langley Staff Member Tests Positive For Coronavirus

  20-03-2020 20:00
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pittsburgh Public Schools district says a Pittsburgh Langley staff member has tested positive for coronavirus.The district closed the school for grab-and-go on Wednesday after learning the staff member was exposed to a presumptive positive case.A letter was sent home to all families in the district out of an abundance of caution.CORONAVIRUS COVERAGE:Coronavirus In Pennsylvania: Gov. Tom Wolf Cancels All K-12 Schools
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• TSA: Gun Confiscated At Pittsburgh International Airport

  20-03-2020 19:37
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A woman was detained for questioning after TSA says a gun was found in her carry-on at the Pittsburgh International Airport.According to TSA, a officer spotted the .22 caliber handgun in her carry-on as it went through the checkpoint’s X-ray machine.
  Allegheny County Police were called. Officers confiscated the gun and detained the woman for questioning.Even those with concealed carry permits can’t bring guns onto planes in their carry-on bags, TSA explains.
  
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• Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger Throwing With No Pain

  20-03-2020 19:18
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – For the first time in years Ben Roethlisberger is throwing a football without any pain.“I have no doubts I’m going to be able to come back and play well — none,” Roethlisberger said in an interview with Ron Cook of our news partners at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.Ben Roethlisberger: "I know I'm not getting younger, but I feel younger because I don't have any pain."–> https://t.co/ucWtHHDkJt via @PittsburghPG
  — Ron Cook (@RonCookPG)
  
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• Simulated March Madness: Duke, Seton Hall, Maryland & Baylor To Final Four?

  20-03-2020 19:02
  
  (CBS Local)- Thursday would have been the opening day of the NCAA Tournament. With the day having come and gone with no March Madness, fans, journalists and organizations alike are trying to find ways to cope without basketball.
  For some, like the NCAA, that means putting together a bracket of the best tournament moments and having fans vote on them while reliving some of the biggest upsets and best shots of Marches past.
  For others, like the good folks at Axios, that means taking bracketologist
  
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• Suzanne Clothier makes training fun for dogs and people

  20-03-2020 18:15 via post-gazette.com
  
  It’s all about the dog and handler working “to build a connection,” the trainer/author said. It’s also about making things fun for the dog.
   
  
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• Pet Tales: Suzanne Clothier makes training fun for dogs and people

  20-03-2020 18:15 via post-gazette.com
  
  It’s all about the dog and handler working “to build a connection,” the trainer/author said. It’s also about making things fun for the dog.
   
  
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• Pittsburgh Steelers RB James Conner Gets Creative With His Workout As Coronavirus Shuts Down Gyms

  20-03-2020 17:48
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The coronavirus outbreak is leading people globally to self-quarantine and has forced those who exercise to find alternative and creative ways to do it. But it’s also been the approach to assist Steelers fourth year running-back James Conner in completing his workout.
  And he’s doing it in a unique way.
  On Thursday, a video posted to Mike Conner Jr.’s Instagram page showed the 2018 Pro Bowler heaving wood logs from a squat position up and over top of hi
  
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• Coronavirus Closures And Changes: Attractions, Businesses, And Events Canceled Or Closed In Pittsburgh, Across Western Pa.

  20-03-2020 17:41
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — With Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf having urged all non-essential businesses to close amid the Coronavirus outbreak, many organizations have postponed or canceled their events as a result.It takes every Pennsylvanian to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Help spread the word and share this to your profile if you’re doing your part.
  Thank you to everyone who is paying attention, following guidance, and putting the health of their community first. #COVID19 pic.twi
  
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• Pittsburgh Catholic newspaper termination of all employees comes as 'a shock' to staff

  20-03-2020 17:04 via post-gazette.com
  
  Changing markets and coronavirus shutdowns lead to halt and distribution of 166-year-old Diocese of Pittsburgh publication.
  
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• Pittsburgh Catholic newspaper terminates all employees, comes as 'a shock' to staff

  20-03-2020 17:04 via post-gazette.com
  
  Changing markets and coronavirus shutdowns lead to halt and distribution of 166-year-old Diocese of Pittsburgh publication.
  
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• Catholic newspaper suspends operations

  20-03-2020 17:04 via post-gazette.com
  
  Coronavirus shutdowns lead to indefinite halt to distribution of 166-year-old Diocese of Pittsburgh publication
  
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• Pa. Health Dept.: 83 New Positive Cases Of Coronavirus Confirmed, Statewide Total Jumps To 268

  20-03-2020 17:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed 83 new positive cases of Coronavirus on Friday afternoon.
  That now brings the statewide total to 268.
  More information on the Coronavirus pandemic:CDC Coronavirus Information
  CDC Global Map of Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
  Pennsylvania Department of Health Information
  Allegheny County Health Department InformationStay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• 2020 NFL Draft Prospect James Smith-Williams: ‘I Thrive Off Being Physical, Setting The Edge’

  20-03-2020 16:55
  (CBS Local)- The NFL Draft is a little over a month away, and despite no longer being a public event, it is still on the minds of sports fans everywhere. Hundreds of prospects are hoping to hear their names called the weekend of April 23rd-25th, and Raleigh, North Carolina native and N.C. State defensive end James Smith-Williams is hoping to be the latest in a long line of Wolfpack pass rushers to make an impact at the NFL level.
  A former three-star recruit out of Millbrook High School, Smith-Wi
  
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• Levin Furniture Going Out Of Business Weeks After Robert Levin Bought It Back

  20-03-2020 16:48
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Levin Furniture is closing, resulting in a loss of 1,500 jobs just weeks after former owner Robert Levin announced he was buying back the company to save jobs.Earlier in March, Robert Levin told employees we was going to rescue his family business.
  However, Levin confirmed to KDKA on Friday that the business is no longer able to stay open after Wells Fargo went back on the loan.Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• Levin Furniture Closing After Parent Company Terminates Agreement To Sell Business Back To Robert Levin

  20-03-2020 16:48
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Levin Furniture is closing, resulting in a loss of 1,500 jobs just weeks after former owner Robert Levin announced he was buying back the company to save jobs.Earlier in March, Robert Levin told employees we was going to rescue his family business.
  However, on Friday, Levin said the parent company of Levin Furniture and Wolf Furniture terminated the agreement to sell the businesses back to him.“Two weeks ago, I joyously announced that I had agreed to buy back Levi
  
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• Deal For Robert Levin To Buy Back Levin Furniture Falls Through

  20-03-2020 16:48
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Levin Furniture is closing, resulting in a loss of 1,500 jobs just weeks after former owner Robert Levin announced he was buying back the company.Earlier in March, Robert Levin told employees we was going to rescue his family business.
  However, on Friday, Levin said the parent company of Levin Furniture and Wolf Furniture terminated the agreement to sell the businesses back to him.“Two weeks ago, I joyously announced that I had agreed to buy back Levin Furniture a
  
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• Pittsburgh Pirates Donate $50,000 To Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank

  20-03-2020 16:28
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Pittsburgh Pirates and Pirates Charities announced a $50,000 donation to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to help ensure the needs of local families are met during the coronavirus outbreak.
  The $50,000 donation is equivalent to 250,000 meals. Over 110,000 people are served monthly throughout southwestern Pennsylvania by the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
  Pirates President Travis Williams released this statement: “Much like our healthcare wor
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept.: 9 New Cases Brings County Total To 27

  20-03-2020 16:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department says there is now a total of 27 positive cases of coronavirus in the county.
  The health department announced new nine cases on Friday.There are now 27 positive cases of COVID-19 in Allegheny County. Of those, five individuals are hospitalized with the remainder in self-isolation at home. Contact tracing, including information gathering, on these cases continues. pic.twitter.com/mD8Zsrctbu
  — Allegheny County Health Department
  
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• Allegheny Co. Health Dept.: 10 New Cases Brings County Total To 28

  20-03-2020 16:03
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Allegheny County Health Department says there is now a total of 28 positive cases of coronavirus in the county.
  The health department announced nine new cases late Friday morning.There are now 27 positive cases of COVID-19 in Allegheny County. Of those, five individuals are hospitalized with the remainder in self-isolation at home. Contact tracing, including information gathering, on these cases continues. pic.twitter.com/mD8Zsrctbu
  — Allegheny County Health D
  
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• U.S. Treasury Secretary: Income Tax Filing Deadline Moved Due To Coronavirus Outbreak

  20-03-2020 15:26
  
  By Kevin Liptak, CNN
  (CNN) — Americans will have an additional three months to file their taxes amid the coronavirus pandemic, the US Treasury Secretary said on Friday.
  “We are moving Tax Day from April 15 to July 15,” Secretary Steven Mnuchin wrote on Twitter. “All taxpayers and businesses will have this additional time to file and make payments without interest or penalties.”At @realDonaldTrump’s direction, we are moving Tax Day from April 15 to July 15. All
  
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• Mnuchin: Income Tax Filing Deadline Moved From April 15 To July 15 Due To Coronavirus Outbreak

  20-03-2020 15:26
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) – Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says the income tax filing deadline has been moved from April 15 to July 15.
  Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• PTL Links: March 20, 2020

  20-03-2020 15:03
  
  Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics:Doug Oster
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  Kidsburgh.org
  More Kidsburgh Reports
  Next Pittsburgh
  CDC Information on Coronavirus
  Pa. Health Dept. Information on Coronavirus
  Allegheny Co. Health Dept. Information on Coronavirus
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Facebook
  PTL Puppy Penguin on Twitter
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• Pittsburgh Public Schools announce meal distribution sites for next week

  20-03-2020 14:57 via post-gazette.com
  
  The district will also hand out optional grade-level work packets on Tuesday.
  
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• Steelers Sign Safety Jordan Dangerfield To One-Year Contract

  20-03-2020 14:22
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – The Steelers have signed safety Jordan Dangerfield to a one-year contract.Dangerfield was tied for seventh overall in the NFL with 12 special teams tackles.He has played in 46 games over four seasons and started in three of those games.
  
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• Coronavirus In Pittsburgh: Pittsburgh Public Schools Alert Families At 4 Schools Of Indirect Exposure Of Coronavirus

  20-03-2020 14:11
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Families and staff of four Pittsburgh Public Schools were alerted to the fact that three students and one staff member had potentially been indirectly exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-19.The schools involved are Pittsburgh Brashear High School, Pittsburgh Carrick High School, Pittsburgh Oliver Citywide Academy, and Pittsburgh South HIlls.According to Pittsburgh Public Schools, the indirect exposures occurred prior to the school closures. They also said that the expo
  
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• Driver Escapes Serious Injury After Violent Crash In Hempfield

  20-03-2020 13:14
  
  HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP (KDKA) – A driver is somehow not seriously injured after a violent crash in Hempfield Township on Thursday night.The crash happened along Forbes Trail Road around 10:30 p.m.
  The car hit the corner of a house and knocked down bricks and damaged a wall.
  
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• 'Waste not, want not' mission of 412 Food Rescue

  20-03-2020 13:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Volunteers, like Upper St. Clair teen, rescue food that would be otherwise trashed and help feed hungry here.
  
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• Buying Here: This Homewood house sold in 4 days for $170,000

  20-03-2020 13:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  With the help of a Realtor, the owners of 7045 Hamilton Ave., Homewood, sold their six-bedroom, two-bath house for their asking price.
  
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• Lt. Gov. Fetterman: ‘Stay Home, Stay Informed, Stay Calm’ What Pennsylvania Is Doing To Slow The Spread Of Coronavirus

  20-03-2020 12:37
  
  PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Pennsylvania currently has 185 cases of coronavirus and Allegheny County currently has 18 of those cases.
  On Friday morning, Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman joined KDKA Morning News to discuss what the state is doing to slow the spread of COVID-19.
  “Everyone needs to understand we are all in this together and now is not a time to panic, but now is a time to realize we are facing significant challenges and we should probably best suspend the term &l
  
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• Two local women touched by cancer reach out to help others

  20-03-2020 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  Shelly Petonak, of Pine, is the daughter of a cancer survivor. Denelle Suranski is a third-generation survivor of cancer. Both volunteer to raise awareness and help cancer patients.
  
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• Let’s do lunch: Neighbors support those in need and local businesses

  20-03-2020 12:00 via post-gazette.com
  
  What started as Facebook musings has turned into thousands of dollars and several meals, paid for and delivered by Mt. Lebanon neighbors.
  
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• PennDOT releases 2-year, $55M plan to improve safety at Route 28-Highland Park interchange

  20-03-2020 11:30 via post-gazette.com
  
  The plan has two lanes of traffic in each direction on Route 28 and eliminates dangerous merges on ramps to and from Highland Park Bridge.
  
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