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June 11, 2014 / Pittsburgh n'at

1967: First penguins arrive in Pittsburgh

Their new home was not Civic Arena, and in fact, they were not even hockey players.

Look at the pictures1967: First penguins arrive in Pittsburgh

June 9, 2014 / Old crime

The night of a killing

A body crumpled to the floor.

Look at the picturesThe night of a killing

June 6, 2014 / Places and landmarks

Cleaning Herron Hill Reservoir

It’s centered in the Upper Hill and offers equally impressive views to the north, south, east and west.

Look at the picturesCleaning Herron Hill Reservoir

June 4, 2014 / People

Billy Eckstine, the great ‘Mr. B.’

Billy Eckstine left his mark on music as a band leader, mentor, entertainer and singer.

Look at the picturesBilly Eckstine, the great ‘Mr. B.’

June 2, 2014 / Places and landmarks

Shippingport Atomic Power Station

It was the first full-scale atomic electric power plant in the world.

Look at the picturesShippingport Atomic Power Station

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