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Editorial: Casa San Jose groundbreaking opens new era of welcoming in Pittsburgh

During an election cycle in which immigrants have continuously been targeted by racist misinformation campaigns, a new welcome center from Beechview-based Casa San Jose will serve more than just its largely Latino clients: It will

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Cultural Trust turns 40: Carol Brown's vision helped transform Pittsburgh's Downtown and its arts scene

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, which now claims 14 revitalized blocks Downtown, celebrated its 40th anniversary last month by introducing the inaugural Icon Awards during a gala at the Benedum Center. The honorees were philanthropist ...

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Casa San Jose breaks ground on $6.3 million community center

New facility in Beechview will offer services including immigration case management.

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Tatianna Swenda: Hope for Hazelwood

Hazelwood Green is envisioned as a mix of adaptive reuse, new construction, affordable housing, public spaces, and supporting businesses across the old mill site. The project formally got underway in 2020 and has attracted hundreds

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White House advisor, Pitt chancellor join Heinz Endowments

Philanthropic organization the Heinz Endowments appointed two new members to its board

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Hazelwood Green’s new apartment development will open in 2027, prioritizing single parents

Hazelwood Green’s first residential development will break ground next year, bringing 50 units to the 178-acre riverfront property. But development partners like Diamonte Walker, CEO of the Pittsburgh Scholar House, say they’re not investing in

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