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Wexford, Pennsylvania

Population: 334,563

Pittsburgh residents seem to derive a certain joy from traversing its hilly terrain, whether it's crossing the Roberto Clemente Bridge to visit the Carnegie Science Center, or heading up Mt. Washington for a glimpse of the stunning skyline. Despite its reputation as an industrial hub, Pittsburgh contains many cultural institutions. It lays claim to the world's finest museum devoted to Andy Warhol and features many other resources for fans of dance, theater, music and film. Aware of the fitness needs of its citizens, a continuous 245-mile jogging and biking trail connects the city to Washington, D.C. through the Allegheny Mountains. Such flourishes help make Pittsburgh one of the most enjoyable and livable cities in America.
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PennDOT stretches stimulus funding for Allegheny road, bridge projects

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Fri Nov 20

Low bids on stimulus-funded projects allowed PennDOT to spend the savings on another 33 road and bridge projects, including a crumbling bridge at Pittsburgh's northern edge, Gov.

Region's home sales up 7.4 percent; tax help credited

Blairsville Dispatch - Fri Nov 20

Home sales increased 7.4 percent during October in the Pittsburgh region, aided by an $8,000 federal tax credit, marking a possible turnaround in the area's real estate market, according to a report issued Friday.

Schools recognized for achievement

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Fri Nov 20

The state Department of Education today recognized 1,939 public schools with Keystone Achievement Awards for making adequate yearly progress -- known as AYP -- for two consecutive years, 2007-08 and 2008-09. In Pittsburgh, seven schools received the award for all six years the awards have been given: Banksville PreK-5, Dilworth PreK-5, Linden K-5, ...

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