🤑 Pittsburgh's $45M surprise

UPMC, Highmark Give Millions To City

The two health giants are donating a combined $45 million for new fire trucks, ambulances, and other equipment for first responders over the next five years, Mayor Corey O’Connor announced yesterday. This is the most recent in a series of donations from nonprofits, who do not pay property taxes to the city. [TribLive / City Cast Pittsburgh]

• Pittsburgh is on track to end the year with a roughly $24 million deficit, which City Controller Rachael Heisler calls an “unsustainable trajectory.” [TribLive]

City Council Passes Tax on Gaming Terminals

The new tax on skill games and other machines could generate millions of dollars annually, but it’s unclear if the city will actually be able to collect it. The state Supreme Court recently ruled that skill games are effectively slot machines, which can not be taxed by local governments. PA lawmakers have 120 days to decide whether to tax games at a state level. [🔒 Post-Gazette / City Cast Pittsburgh]

Pirates Open Legacy Hall at PNC Park

There’s a new memorabilia display and event space next to the left field entrance along Federal Street. Check out the wall of autographed baseballs, the original home plate from Forbes Field, a section honoring Hall of Famer Dave Parker, and a model of Three Rivers Stadium. It’s open to all ticketed fans, as long as there isn’t an event booked. [KDKA]

• Did yinz hear about the Paul Skenes’ approved hot dog at Sheetz? [Pittsburgh Magazine]

Fairmont Shows Off Fancy Renovations

Looking for a staycation? The luxury Downtown hotel completed a multi-million-dollar renovation of all 185 guest rooms and a redesign of its Presidential Suite. Rates start around $250 per night. [🔒 Business Times]

• The Atterbury Hotel, formerly the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel, also just opened in the historic Fulton Building. [Pittsburgh Magazine]