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For many of the students, the problems with the production had become symbolic of whether or not they would have a normal spring season of school activities. Would people outside of town even be willing to travel to East Palestine — where fears still persist about whether there are health risks — to come and see the show? -
'Excess retirements' might drive a national labor shortage, but it’s a different story in PittsburghSeniors aged 65 and older have experienced the fastest job growth in the Pittsburgh metro area since the COVID-19 shutdowns. The trend reflects the long-term aging of the region's population and increased labor force participation among older workers. -
Multiple schools and other buildings in Pittsburgh — and around the state — were locked down Wednesday morning after receiving reports of an active shooter, although public safety officials in Pittsburgh and elsewhere said they found no evidence of the claims.
