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  • New Women's Shelter Vignettes Target Domestic Abuse Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:18PMThe Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh is unveiling new Internet-based vignettes that it hopes will help reduce domestic violence by having both victims and attackers share their stories.
  • Rockies losing streak reaches 7 games Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:18PMZach Duke threw six solid innings to help the Pittsburgh Pirates snap a four-game skid Tuesday night with a 4-2 win over a struggling Rockies team that lost Huston Street to a bizarre injury before the game even began.
  • Poole: Former Raider Jack Tatum was unfairly defined by tragic accident that paralyzed Darryl Stingley Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:13PMJack Tatum was unfairly defined by one tragic play that left Darryl Stingley in a wheelchair
  • Cross masters hurdles Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:13PMCross was previously involved with the technical side of Staples Players, mainly building sets. He worked on "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," "Beauty and the Beast," and "The Wiz," but with no productions during the winter, Cross found himself with some time on his hands.
  • LITTLE LEAGUE Greencastle secures section title Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:12PMKENNETT SQUARE -- Greencastle lost in its first chance to wrap up the Section 7 Little League Junior (13-14) Tournament championship, losing 10-3 to Oxford on Monday evening.
  • Reds smack 19 hits, rough up Brewers Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:11PMPublished: Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 4:01 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 12:02 a.m. MILWAUKEE - Brandon Phillips, Joey Votto and Scott Rolen had four hits apiece and the Cincinnati Reds roughed up Milwaukee Brewers ace Yovani Gallardo in a 12-4 win Tuesday night to move into a tie for first in the NL Central.
  • Hard-hitting Jack Tatum, former OSU and Oakland Raider football player, dies at 61 Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:11PMASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBUS — Jack Tatum, an Ohio State University football player and the Pro Bowl safety for the Oakland Raiders best known for his crushing hit that paralyzed Darryl Stingley in an NFL preseason game in 1978, has died. He was 61. Nicknamed “The Assassin,” Tatum, died of a heart attack Tuesday in an Oakland hospital, according to friend and former Ohio State teammate John Hicks ...
  • Five burning questions entering NFL training camps Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:10PMWith NFL training camps getting into full swing this week, we look at five burning questions. 1) What's up with Brett Favre? read more
  • NFL changes concussion language Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:07PMNFL changes concussion language
  • TODAY'S MAJOR LEAGUE LEADERS Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:07PMNATIONAL LEAGUE BATTING-- Furcal, Los Angeles, .322; Votto, Cincinnati, .318; Polanco, Philadelphia, .318; Prado, Atlanta, .316; Byrd, Chicago, .313; AHuff, San Francisco, .307; Holliday, St. Louis, .304; CGonzalez, Colorado, .304; Pagan, New York, .304. RUNS-- BPhillips, Cincinnati, 72; Prado, Atlanta, 71; Weeks, Milwaukee, 71; Votto, Cincinnati, 70; Uggla, Florida, 67; Howard, Philadelphia, 65 ...
  • Free agent Kovalchuk staying with Devils Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:29PMNEWARK — Unlike the NBA's LeBron James, the biggest prize on the NHL free agent market isn't moving.
  • Kovalchuk agrees to 17-year deal with Devils Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:28PMNEWARK, N.J. — Unlike the NBA's LeBron James, the biggest prize on the NHL free agent market isn't moving. Ilya Kovalchuk is staying with the New Jersey Devils, agreeing to a staggering 17-year, $102 million deal with the team. Kovalchuk's agent and the team announced on Monday that the high-scoring left wing has agreed to stay with New Jersey, ending weeks of speculation where the league's ...
  • Testimony To Continue In Sen. Orie's Hearing Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:26PMEmbattled State Sen. Jane Orie was in court today for a preliminary hearing. She and her sister, Janine, are accused of using state resources to help the campaign of State Supreme Court Justice Joan Orie Melvin.
  • Kovalchuk agrees to 17-year deal with Devils Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:20PMFILE - This April 11, 2010, file photo shows New Jersey Devils goaltender Martin Brodeur, left, and Ilya Kovalchuk smiling after the Devils beat the Buffalo Sabres 2-1 in an NHL hockey game in Newark, N.J. Kovalchuk is staying with the New Jersey Devils.
  • NCAA and UF investigating whether center Maurkice Pouncey accepted $100,000 during last season Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:20PMNCAA and UF investigating whether center Maurkice Pouncey accepted $100,000 during last season
  • Mastech Holdings, Inc. to Discuss Second Quarter 2010 Financial Results on July 28, 2010 Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:15PMPITTSBURGH, July 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mastech Holdings, Inc. (NYSE Amex: MHH) ("Mastech"), a national provider of Information Technology and Specialized Healthcare Staffing services, has scheduled a conference call to discuss the results of its second quarter ended June 30, 2010. The conference call will occur on Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time and will be hosted by ...
  • Highmark Launches New Web Site Dedicated to Health Care Reform Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:14PMPITTSBURGH, July 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Highmark Inc. will launch its new Web site, Highmark on Health Reform dot com, which provides helpful information on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), better known as health care reform. The Web site, www.highmarkonhealthreform.com, serves as a hub for employers, individuals and seniors to learn more ...
  • Kovalchuk Signs 17-Year, $102 Mil Deal With Devils Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:14PMUnlike the NBA's LeBron James, the biggest prize on the NHL free agent market isn't moving. Ilya Kovalchuk is staying with the New Jersey Devils, agreeing to a staggering 17-year, $102 million deal with the team. Kovalchuk's agent and the team announced on Monday that the high-scoring left wing has agreed to stay with New Jersey, ending weeks of speculation where the league's leading goal scorer ...
  • Upcoming Events in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia Highlight Need for Minority Organ Donors Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:14PMHARRISBURG, Pa., July 19 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of National Minority Donor Awareness Day, the Center for Organ Recovery and Education (CORE) will host a Celebration of Praise Gospel Fest on July 31, 2010. The event, which begins at 6 p.m., will take place at the August Wilson Center for African American Culture, 980 Liberty Ave., downtown Pittsburgh. "While candidates can match a donor from ...
  • Kovalchuk agrees to 17-year deal with Devils Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:12PMIlya Kovalchuk agrees to 17-year deal, stays with Devils for $102 million
  • Gallardo set to return against Pirates Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:10AMThe Milwaukee Brewers expect All-Star Yovani Gallardo to come off the 15-day disabled list and start at Pittsburgh on Thursday. Click on the headline to read the full story.
  • Science in the Summer explores the wonders of life (VIDEO) Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:09AMIf the experiment works as advertised, the incidence of hand-washing by grade-school students in Springfield Township will spike in the near future.
  • Pirates Snap 7-Game Skid, Win 12-6 Over Houston Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:09AMThe bats came alive for the Pittsburgh Pirates as they snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 12-6 win over the Houston Astros Saturday night.
  • Geoengineering fix won't suit everyone Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:06AMPumping aerosols into the atmosphere could help offset climate change, but everyone will want to use different amounts
  • Geoengineering can't please everyone Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:05AMThe effects of adding aerosols to the atmosphere to offset global warming will vary from region to region.
  • Rangers' Vladimir Guerrero makes left field debut Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:03AMAs a concession to Josh Hamilton's somewhat sore knee/calf area, Hamilton will get a day at DH for the Rangers. Vladimir Guerrero will make his major league regular season debut in left field.
  • Tennessee woman completes 981-mile Ohio River swim Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 9:58AMCAIRO, Ill.—A Tennessee woman has completed her 981-mile swim of the Ohio River, ending in Illinois about two months after she started in Pittsburgh.
  • Fear of `resegregation' fuels unrest in NC Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 9:57AMIn the annals of desegregation, Raleigh is barely a footnote. Integration came relatively peacefully to the North Carolina capital. There was no "stand in the schoolhouse door," no need of National Guard escorts or even a federal court order. North Carolina - United States - Raleigh North Carolina - Desegregation - Court order
  • Sunday's Sports Scoreboard Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 9:51AMDetroit vs Cleveland, 1:05 p.m. Tampa Bay vs N.Y. Yankees, 1:05 p.m. Texas vs Boston, 1:35 p.m. Toronto vs Baltimore, 1:35 p.m.
  • National News More>> Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 9:44AMWashington wakes up to wha? Minor earthquake rattles the DC area; no injuries reported More>>
  • Arizona Diamondbacks' Kirk Gibson figuring out his method Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 10:57PMInterim manager Kirk Gibson is trying to change the habits of a team that has shown little spark.
  • Telford native Kratz heading to the major leagues after nine years in the bushes Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 10:56PMThe Telford native gets the news during Wednesday's Triple-A All-Star game at Coca-Cola Park. After the fourth inning Charlie Montoyo, the Durham manager serving in the same capacity for the International League squad in Wednesday's Triple-A All-Star game at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown, went to Erik Kratz and told him his night was done.
  • Antenna mess takes bite out of Apple Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 10:53PMiPhone controversy casting shadow over Cupertino company with near-impeccable consumer reputation
  • Steranka shines at the plate for the MoonDogs Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 10:50PMJordan Steranka had the best batting average as a freshman at Penn State. This summer with the MoonDogs, he’s also the top hitter, something that comes naturally to the left-handed swinger.
  • Mylan Receives Approval For Nabumetone Tablets Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 10:50PMMylan Inc. (Nasdaq: MYL) today announced that its subsidiary Matrix Laboratories Limited has received final approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Nabumetone Tablets USP, 500 mg and 750 mg.
  • The rough and tumble world of roller derby Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 10:48PMEVERETT — If you're thinking of joining the Jet City Rollergirls, there's a few things you should know. First, you'll need a name. You can still be Heather, Amy, Shannon or Amanda by day, but when it's time to skate you'll want a name that cleverly evokes the rough-and-tumble world of roller derby.
  • 15 injured in U.S. Steel plant explosion Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 10:40PMAt least 15 people were injured in an explosion on Wednesday in a U.S. Steel coke plant in Clairton, Pennsylvania. The explosion occurred at the Clairton Coke Works plant, believed to be the biggest of its kind in the country with 12 batteries.
  • MLB: BREWERS 4, PIRATES 3 -- Braun, Fielder help Brewers extend Pirates' woes in Milwaukee Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 10:38PMMILWAUKEE - Ryan Braun is beginning to feel like an All-Star again. Braun and Prince Fielder hit back-to-back home runs, leading the Milwaukee Brewers to a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday night.
  • MLB: BREWERS 6, PIRATES 5 -- Hart's blast sinks Pirates Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 10:38PMMILWAUKEE - Corey Hart's game-winning home run capped a rocky first half of the season for the Brewers' All-Star outfielder, one that started ugly and ended sensationally.
  • Steelers' Tomlin gets extension Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 10:37PMPITTSBURGH (AP) - The Steelers have given coach Mike Tomlin a three-year contract extension, according to pubilshed reports. Reports say Steelers president Art Rooney negotiated the deal. Terms were not available.
  • Twins stagger into All-Star break in 3rd place Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 7:15AMWith a payroll swelling to nearly $100 million and a spectacular new open-air ballpark, this was supposed to be the season the Minnesota Twins took hold of the AL Central from the start and challenged the New York Yankees...
  • Iconic Tsunami is Proud to Bring Consumers the FACEMATE™ Monitor Accessory Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 7:15AMIconic Tsunami proudly announces their innovative monitor accessory: FACEMATE™. FACEMATE™ provides consumers with a monitor accessory with practical functionality, while having aesthetically pleasing value for personal customization. Consumers can now turn their monitor into their personal billboard. [PR.com]
  • Premarket Roundup: Alcoa, Aon Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 7:13AMPremarket roundup: Alcoa shares jump after posting 2Q profit, Aon downgraded on Hewitt deal Alcoa - United States - Aluminium - Dow Jones Industrial Average - Business
  • Report: Tomlin given three-year extension to coach Steelers Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 7:13AMPublished: July 13, 2010 at 09:30 a.m. Updated: July 13, 2010 at 09:55 a.m. After missing the playoffs in 2009, and amid speculation that his job might be in trouble, head coach Mike Tomlin was given a three-year extension by the Pittsburgh Steelers , the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported Tuesday morning.
  • Twins stagger into All-Star break in 3rd place Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 7:12AMWith a payroll swelling to nearly $100 million and a spectacular new open-air ballpark, this was supposed to be the season the Minnesota Twins took hold of the AL Central from the start and challenged the New York Yankees for the American League pennant.
  • Ohio hometown to name street for Rockies' Tracy Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 7:12AMHAMILTON, Ohio (AP) — A city council in Ohio is set to name a street for local native Jim Tracy , the Colorado Rockies manager. Council members in Hamilton in southwest Ohio vote Wednesday on the resolution and plan to dedicate the renamed street with Tracy present Thursday evening.
  • Pittsburgh Steelers History: Top 10 Running Backs Of All-Time Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 7:10AMThe Pittsburgh Steelers have a long history of smash-mouth football dating back to before they ever won their first Super Bowl. It was a hard task to actually rank all of the great running backs that have ever played for the Steelers. When ranking them, I tried to look at more than just how many yards a player had in his career and if he played his prime years with the Steelers or with other ...
  • What Mike Tomlins' Contract Extension Could Mean Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 7:10AMNews Flash: The Pittsburgh Steelers don't like to change head coaches. With the new contract in the pocket of one Mike Tomlin, the Steelers continued tradition, assuring that they will go at least 44 years with only three head coaches. What could this mean?   It means that Mike Tomlin gets it. Shortly after the conclusion of the 2009 season, there were many rumors that Bruce Arians was going to ...
  • Pizza delivery driver shot in Braddock Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 7:04AMThe driver from Amos Pizza in Swissvale had been called to the address of a vacant building near the intersection of Second Street and Comrie Avenue, Chief Frank DeBartolo said.
  • Hughes cut by Cowboys Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 7:04AMDALLAS — Connor Hughes’ dream of playing in the National Football League has taken another hit.