March 2010
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2011 NHL Winter Classic likely in Pittsburgh →
“A few details still have to be addressed, but things are falling into place for the Penguins and Washington to play the NHL’s 2011 Winter Classic at Heinz Field Jan. 1.” Read more from Post-Gazette
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Map shows big Google Fiber response
The Google Fiber nomination period closed midnight Friday, and in a post on the official Google Blog the company released this map showing responses. Unless we miss our geography, it seems to show Pittsburgh as having one of the largest numbers of individual responses. The large dots indicate community responses where more than 1,000 people submitted nominations, and the small dots are...
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Who doesn't want a free cupcake?
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Mayor declares Friday 'Google Day' →
“Friday will be “Google Day” in the city of Pittsburgh as the Mayor’s office calls on city residents to don black-and-gold and form the word “GOOGLE” for a photograph tomorrow at lunchtime, Mayor Luke Ravenstahl announced today.” Read more from the Post-Gazette article
Also be sure to check out www.PittsburghGoesGoogle.com
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Pittsburgh might be Romantically Challenged
While some may find Pittsburgh romantically challenged the new ABC show staring Alyssa Milano will explore love in our city. Milano discussed some details of the new show on Entertainment Tonight, check out the video.
Premise: An ensemble comedy about four friends trying to find love and happiness in Pittsburgh, often unsuccessfully. Alyssa Milano stars as Rebecca, a very recently divorced...
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Bringing Google fiber to Pittsburgh →
Google wishes to investigate the potential of ultrafast internet connections here in Pittsburgh. This is fantastic news for Pittsburgh, Google PGH, and Pittsburgh’s technology industry.
Check out the Post-Gazette article
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Slumbering Neighborhood Reawakens →
New York Times article on the redevelopment of Pittsburgh’s East End, noting highly of Google’s new offices in Bakery Square
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Squirrel Hill movie theater closes
Today is a sad day in Squirrel Hill as it was announced that the Squirrel Hill Theater that has been a neighborhood landmark for nearly 75 years will be closing. The theatre has been facing hard economic times and could not compete with the competition of newer theaters. There is some hope that the theatre could continue to serve for specialized films, and the owner is exploring other possible...
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Calvin and Hobbes take on Pittsburgh