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November 3, 2014 / People

Pittsburgh Playhouse performers

Point Park University took over the facility in 1973.

Look at the picturesPittsburgh Playhouse performers

October 31, 2014 / Places and landmarks

Ghosts take center stage at Pittsburgh Playhouse

Some say they have seen a ghost at the Pittsburgh Playhouse, and it wears a tuxedo.

Look at the picturesGhosts take center stage at Pittsburgh Playhouse

October 29, 2014 / People

Pittsburgh’s ‘Baron of Barges’ has a weird day in court

Charles Zubik Sr.’s towboat operation was once called a “floating junk pile.”

Look at the picturesPittsburgh’s ‘Baron of Barges’ has a weird day in court

October 27, 2014 / Places and landmarks

Where did Richie Hebner eat his breakfast?

Some of the best story ideas have come to “The Digs” from our readers and followers.

Look at the picturesWhere did Richie Hebner eat his breakfast?

October 24, 2014 / Sports

The Civic Arena’s milestone guests

Besides thoroughly mediocre Penguins hockey, the 1970s Civic Arena featured no fewer than a half-dozen celebrations for fans who stumbled into a big, round number.

Look at the picturesThe Civic Arena’s milestone guests

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