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UPMC Rescinds Planned Mask Requirement
Masks were to be required at all UPMC facilities beginning Wednesday. That didn't occur.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
- Pittsburgh, PA
Patch Pittsburgh Field Editor Eric Heyl has three decades of experience as a reporter, editor and columnist. From 1999 to 2016, he was the lead metro columnist for the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, where his work won numerous national, state and local awards. He's the former president of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists and current president of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists Education Foundation, which provides scholarships to collegiate newspaper columnists. Heyl lives in Pittsburgh with his wife and two daughters.
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Major Retailer Closing Many Pittsburgh Stores: See Which Ones Here
The Pittsburgh market soon will be without a significant retailer's presence. Get the details here.
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Major Retailer Closing Robinson Location
The Pittsburgh market soon will be without a significant retailer's presence. Get the details here.
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Major Retailer Closing Cranberry Location
The Pittsburgh market soon will be without a significant retailer's presence. Get the details here.
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Major Retailer Closing Ross Location
The Pittsburgh market soon will be without a significant retailer's presence. Get the details here.
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Police Probe Alleged Hit List At Pittsburgh-Area School
A social media post threatening violence at a Pittsburgh-area school is being investigated by police.
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Peanut Butter Beer? Sarris Candies, Penn Brewery Team Up On New Brew
Sarris Candies and Penn Brewery have combined their efforts on a new beer sure to satisfy anyone with a sweet tooth.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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George Strait, Chris Stapleton To Perform Pittsburgh Stadium Show
Country music legends George Strait and Chris Stapleton are coming to Pittsburgh. Get the details here.
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Kennywood Junction: Amusement Park To Debut New Themed Area
Kennywood is replacing Thomas Town with a new themed area this year. Get the details here.
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Trump Greets PA Teacher Freed From Russian Prison
President Donald Trump welcomed Marc Fogel upon his return to the United States on Tuesday.
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Retired Pittsburgh Cop Accused Of Shooting Teenage Grandson
A retired Pittsburgh police officer shot her grandson during an argument, police said.
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Pittsburgh Market Square Makeover: Get Sneak Peak Here
Plans are advancing quickly for Downtown Pittsburgh's revitalization. See what's in store for Market Square.
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PA Teacher Imprisoned In Russia Since 2021 Released
Marc Fogel, the teacher whose imprisonment in Russia sparked outcry and protests, is returning home to the United States.
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PA's First Fresh International Market Opening Soon In Pittsburgh
An expanding international grocery chain is poised to debut in Pittsburgh.
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$600K Jackpot-Winning PA Lottery Ticket Sold In Pittsburgh Area
Could you have purchased the $600,000 winning Pennsylvania Lottery ticket? Find out here.
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Search On For Missing Pittsburgh-Area Woman
Maria Kraus of Wall disappeared on Monday, police said.
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Doobie Brothers To Make Tour Stop In Pittsburgh
The Doobie Brothers have scheduled a Pittsburgh appearance this summer. Get the details here.
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New Golf Simulation Lounge Coming To Ross
The new lounge will feature sophisticated simulated golf technology.
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New Golf Simulation Lounge Coming To Pittsburgh Area
The new lounge will feature sophisticated simulated golf technology.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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Pittsburgh-Area HS Custodian Sold Drugs, Alcohol To Students: Police
A high school custodian is accused of making the illegal transactions on school grounds.
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