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Southwest Expands Flights Out of PIT

Early next year, the airline is increasing seasonal flights to Fort Myers, Miami, and Cancún, Mexico, as well as adding a new non-stop flight to West Palm Beach, Florida. The expanded routes are good news for PIT, which recently experienced multiple service cuts. [Blue Sky News]

• More local flight news: The shutdown of Spirit Airlines puts charter flights in jeopardy at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in Westmoreland County. [🔒Business Times]

SUID Deaths Double in Allegheny County

Since 2020, 95 babies have died from Sudden Unexpected Infant Death, and most of these cases are preventable. In an effort to curb this public health crisis, the county is launching a new awareness campaign on safe sleep practices. Learn more about the ABC’s of safe sleep. [Allegheny County]

Local Township Wants Data Center Protections

Upper Burrel residents are looking for ways to create local regulations on a proposed data center at the former Alcoa Research campus. Some are concerned that voluntary state guidelines aren’t enough to protect the community from pollution and other harmful effects from the development. [WESA / WHYY]

• More environmental news: Residents can provide feedback on Allegheny County’s Climate Action Plan at a public meeting June 24. [Public Source]

Chicken Dinners are Winners in Pittsburgh

Ordering chicken when you’re out to eat might feel basic, but City Cast contributor and Post-Gazette dining critic Hal B. Klein is here to change your mind. He’s sharing the most im-peck-able dishes at our fine dining restaurants and why it's time to choose chicken over steak. [City Cast Pittsburgh / 🔒 Post Gazette]

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