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November 6, 2013 / People

The last Republican mayor of Pittsburgh

The last time Pittsburgh had a Republican mayor was in 1933 and he served for only one year.

Look at the picturesThe last Republican mayor of Pittsburgh

November 4, 2013 / Events

Bobby Vinton Orchestra at a Wilkinsburg sock hop

The picture that leads this blog post was taken in the third month of what would prove to be a very turbulent decade.

Look at the picturesBobby Vinton Orchestra at a Wilkinsburg sock hop

November 1, 2013 / Events

Halloweens of the past

Zombies, the Rubber Duck and Miley Cyrus may have dominated costume choices in Pittsburgh this year. But what about the past?

Look at the picturesHalloweens of the past

October 30, 2013 / Old crime

Possible ‘Mad Butcher’ victims in McKees Rocks

A search of other cars in the yard turned up two more bodies, also headless.

Look at the picturesPossible ‘Mad Butcher’ victims in McKees Rocks

October 28, 2013 / People

Bill Cullen, ‘a broadcaster’s broadcaster’

With his boyish face, horn-rimmed spectacles and engaging personality, Pittsburgh native Bill Cullen became the the dean of game show hosts.

Look at the picturesBill Cullen, ‘a broadcaster’s broadcaster’

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