🗳️ 3 races to watch on PA ballots

🇺🇸 President Joe Biden To Visit Pittsburgh

Biden will return for “political engagements” on Saturday, though details haven’t been released yet. It’s his third visit this year. [TribLive]

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🗳️ Important PA Elections, Explained

All eyes are on Pennsylvania ahead of the Nov. 5 election. On today’s City Cast Pittsburgh podcast, we’re joined by our friends at City Cast Philly to share what you need to know about the statewide races for attorney general, auditor general, and treasurer. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

🦌🩸 Wilkinsburg Biz Needs Help After Deer Invasion

Civically — the nonprofit behind the FreeStore Wilkinsburg, Fresh Market, and more — is asking for $5,000 to replace a large window and supplies after a deer crashed through its front office window. [Civically]

🎨 A Reveal for Maxo Vanka Murals

After months of work from a preservation team, the massive Maxo Vanka mural inside St. Nicholas Church in Millvale is getting a grand re-opening party Oct 29. The Croatian artist's work, known as his “Gift to America,” is a historic landmark. [Union Progress]

We love to update yinz about the yummiest new places to grab a bite or bev in the Burgh! Check out what caught our eye this week 🤤

🥣 brothmonger

Sarah McAlee has been serving bowls of comfort to Pittsburghers since her early days of selling soup on Instagram — and now she finally has her own shop on Liberty Avenue in Bloomfield. Snag a salad, sandwich, or soup — and don’t skip a bowl of sausage tortellini (her mom’s recipe) when it’s on the menu!

🍷 Solera Wine Co.

Butler Street has a new spot for small bites and wine by the bottle or glass — created by Aaron Gottesman and Tyler Borne, formerly of Meat & Potatoes. Find your favorite blend (or cocktail) to sip at the bar or on the patio!

🥕 Hometown Homegrown

The 11th annual food festival at the Heinz History Center, in partnership with GoodTaste! Pittsburgh, is on Nov. 2. Try samples from dozens of local vendors, watch live cooking demonstrations, and learn about Western Pennsylvania’s culinary history.