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Volunteers of the Year: Lawrenceville Tree Tenders

November 26, 2008

The Lawrenceville Corporation recognizes the Lawrenceville Tree Tenders as 2008 Volunteers of the Year!

Designs by Duane Leamer Opens in Lawrenceville

November 26, 2008

A new business has moved to 3627 Butler Street!

Deli on Butler Street is a Great Fit for Lawrenceville

November 26, 2008

Deli on Butler Street has only been open for three weeks, but it’s already created quite a stir in the neighborhood.

Lawrenceville Corporation Hires New Executive Director

November 20, 2008

Maureen Ford was named executive director of the Lawrenceville Corporation (LC). She joins the LC with more than 20 years of executive experience in real estate, community and economic development, and marketing.

Artemis Welcomes material witness showroom

November 10, 2008

Artemis Environmental Building Materials is pleased to announce a new addition to their shop.

Children’s Hospital Cuts Ribbon On New Research Center

October 29, 2008

Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh cuts the ribbon on a new research center in Lawrenceville.

Lawrenceville Welcomes Visitors to Annual Holiday Cookie Tour

October 22, 2008

A Four-Day Event Featuring Unique Gifts and Samples of Delicious Cookies

Lawrenceville Corporation Hires New Business District Manager

October 10, 2008

The LC hires Maya Haptas to fill key role.

East End Partnership Announces Penn Avenue Lighting Project

September 24, 2008

A stretch of Pittsburgh’s historic Penn Avenue adjacent to the new Children’s Hospital in the East End will soon sparkle after dark, thanks to a $60,000 grant awarded by Duquesne Light’s “Power of Light” program.

O'Bannon Oriental Carpets Import Nepal Collection

September 23, 2008

O'Bannon Oriental Carpets has a new and exciting collection of carpets from Nepal.

Equita Moves to Butler Street

September 15, 2008

Equita: Essentials for Ethical Living has moved from their location in the Ice House Artist Studios to 3609 Butler Street in Lawrenceville.

Lawrenceville Artists Host Free Studio Tour October 11 and 18

September 9, 2008

Lawrenceville artists will open their work studios to the public for free, self-guided tours.

History Comes Alive with Lawrenceville Historic House Tour

September 3, 2008

The two-day “Snapshots Through Time” house tour touted as‘History-filled Extravaganza.’

Community Clean Up Day and Service Crawl

July 3, 2008

On Saturday, July 12, six organizations will join forces to eliminate litter and support Lawrenceville charities.

Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's June Neighborhood Newsletter

May 23, 2008

Read Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's June Neighborhood Newsletter.

Councilman Patrick Dowd Announces Multi-neighborhood Council to Go Program

April 30, 2008

The "Council to Go" program launches at Bloomfield Farmers Market on May 15. View more information, and the rest of the schedule here.

Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's May Neighborhood Newsletter

April 24, 2008

Read Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's May Neighborhood Newsletter.

Funding Available for Youth Programs

April 24, 2008

Operation Weed and Seed, administered by the Office of Luke Ravenstahl, has researched and provided information on funding opportunities for youth programs.

New Design Zone Artist Offers Advice for Other Artists

March 3, 2008

Last year, artist Tom Mosser moved to the Blackbird Artist Studios because he "loves the creative energy in the neighborhood." He recently joined the Design Zone to stay involved with the artist activity. Read his advice for other working artists.

Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's March Newsletter

March 1, 2008

Last month I asked Pittsburghers to share what they love about our great City as part of a Valentine’s Day Contest. The impressive number of heartfelt and sincere responses was inspiring, but not surprising...

City of Pittsburgh Seeks Public Art Plan for New Pittsburgh Arena

February 29, 2008

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), City of Pittsburgh (City), Sports & Exhibition Authority (SEA) and the Pittsburgh Penguins (Developer) are seeking a consultant or consultant team to create a public art plan for the Pittsburgh Arena which focuses on the exterior of the building and the surrounding site.

Palate Partners Pays Homage to the 250th Anniversary of the City Of Bridges with Exclusive Gift Offering

February 7, 2008

This year, the City of Pittsburgh proudly celebrates 250 years of thriving existence. 250 years of history has seen many national firsts, including the first motion picture theater in the country, the first gas station, the first commercial radio station and public television station, the first World Series, the first liver transplant, and of course the polio vaccine. In addition to our many firsts, and aside from being consistently recognized as the ‘Most Liveable City’ in the U.S., Pittsburgh is very well known for…bridges.

bloom Organic Skincare Parlor Hosts

February 1, 2008

bloom is dedicated to multi-tasking girlfriends everywhere who know the importance of making the time to take care of themselves while surrounding themselves with their best friends.

Lawrenceville Unveils New Identity, Gateway Signage

February 1, 2008

"History in the Remaking" defines the new identity developed for the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh. The new identity promotes a positive perception of Lawrenceville as a unique, vibrant place in which to visit, shop, eat, live, and work. The new identity was unveiled Friday, January 14, 2008 with the installation of new, custom gateway signage.

Home Improvement/Emergency Assistance Available

January 23, 2008

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) of Pittsburgh provides several assistance options for home improvement. Check them out.

Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's February Neighborhood Newsletter

January 21, 2008

As we continue planning for Pittsburgh's future, one of my top priorities is to ensure that we reinvest in our neighborhoods, in order to create safe, clean, stable and self-sufficient communities...

Lawrenceville House Tour Receives Community Grant

January 8, 2008

The Lawrenceville House Tour was awarded a grassroots, community connections grant as part of the Pittsburgh 250 "Imagine What You Can Do Here" initiative.