“If you are going to examine actions and motives of people in a profession, then it is helpful to have someone with experience in that profession to illuminate that,” said Coleman McDonough, a former county police superintendent. “I think if people on the board keep an open mind, we will be able to establish credibility.” Read the latest Civic Brief here.
The state revoked the sparsely populated facility’s license last fall after a string of violations, including medication errors, a heroin overdose and thefts. Rather than try to regain certification, the county administration abruptly decided to close the facility. Read the full story here.
PublicSource is a media sponsor of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania.
Growing Into Great Futures is a gala that benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania. Held on Nov. 2 at The Club of Nevillewood, there will be a silent auction, live music, a VIP experience and keynote speaker Roberto Clemente Jr. Join us!
"The day before my 11th birthday, Trayvon Martin was killed, awakening me to the reality that people are still learning to hate the body I’m living in." Read Ashanti McLaurin's first-person essay.
PublicSource is a media sponsor of The Rust Belt & Appalachia Documentary Series.
The Video Consortium Pittsburgh presents a one-night event showcasing gripping new documentaries including “(In)Hospitable,” “Down The House” and “Consumed by Grief.” Post-screening Q&As will feature the filmmakers as well as (In)Hospitable film participants Summer Lee and Natasha Lindstrom. Join us for this family-friendly, outdoor event on Saturday, Nov. 5 at The Ohringer Arts from 5:30-9:30 p.m. in Braddock. Tickets are suggested as donations. RSVP Here.
Allegheny County, 2023
What are your priorities?
This fall, yet-unnamed contenders will vie for county executive, the most powerful political post in Western Pennsylvania. What should their platforms address? We want your input for use in a coming story. Email your top 3 county government priorities, and any other thoughts, to reporter Charlie Wolfson at [email protected].
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