🍂 4 fall getaways from Pittsburgh

🚰 Big PWSA Upgrades in Highland Park

Highland Park is getting a new pump station as part of the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority’s $500 million plan to fix the city’s more than 100-year-old distribution system. The pump, expected in spring 2026, will take treated water from the reservoir and push it through underground water lines for taps throughout the city. [90.5 WESA]

• 📈 More water hikes are coming. Here’s why. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

🗞️ Labor Board Votes Against the Post-Gazette

The National Labor Relation Board says the paper failed to bargain in good faith with its unions, which have been on strike for nearly two years. The board ordered PG Publishing to compensate employees for lost wages during bargaining sessions, among other requests. [TribLive]

• ⚖️ PG leadership plans to appeal. They have 30 days. [🔒 Law360]

🏈 ‘Emerging Sport’ Gets Unanimous OK

Girls flag football is officially a state-sanctioned high school sport, thanks in part to both the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Philadelphia Eagles. Now the PIAA has to make a rulebook and playoff system for the 2025-26 school year. [Pittsburgh Union Progress]

Let’s play a game! Where in Pittsburgh can you find the colorful wall of meal trays in the photo above? 👀

🌟 Congrats to Christine B., the sole winner of last week’s “Where Is It?” challenge! ⬇️

The next time you’re on the East End of Pittsburgh, stop by this massive art piece on Paulson Avenue in Larimer, right next to another mural of the late Pittsburgh rapper Mac Miller.

🍹 And don’t forget to stop by Jackworth Ginger Beer Brewery for a spicy beverage!

Looking for more city exploring?

• 🍻 Check out this MASSIVE list of autumn festivities and Oktoberfests
• 🏕️ Plan a fall camping trip to our recommended sites
• 🎃 Pick the perfect pumpkin at one of these patches
• 🍽️ Check out new restaurant openings
• 📍 Or get more ideas from our neighborhood guides