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March 6, 2008 ~ Varsity Video: This week in high school sports
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: This Week in High School Sports," hosted by Mike White and Colin Dunlap.
Every Wednesday, post-gazette.com takes a look at the week's top high school basketball games, with commentary, predictions, player profiles and more. It's the place to be for up-to-date information about your favorite teams.
Video by Andrew Rush
March 6, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 3/6/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
March 6, 2008 ~ Video South: West Mifflin's production of "The Wiz"
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Of the 60 titles on the Post-Gazette's list of 120 musicals being staged during the next two months, "The Wiz" has the advantage of familiarity and novelty.
That's "The Wiz," not "The Wizard of Oz."
Video by Tia Ewing
March 6, 2008 ~ Video West: Ambridge is "All Shook Up"
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"All Shook Up" is a new show few have heard of, because it fizzled in 2005 on Broadway, running only six months. But just about everyone recognizes the Elvis Presley song of the same name, and that's what "All Shook Up" is: a "jukebox" musical with a score made up of Elvis songs.
Video by Tia Ewing
March 6, 2008 ~ Spring Training Camp Video: Chris Gomez
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Pirates infielder Chris Gomez talks about what they need to do to be contenders.
Video by Peter Diana
March 5, 2008 ~ Video: Crosby on ice
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Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana catches up with Penguins captain Sidney Crosby after his first game back on the ice.
After missing 21 games, Crosby returned last night to face the Tampa Bay Lightning -- the same opponent against whom he was injured Jan. 18 when he slid feet-first into the boards.
Video by Peter Diana
March 5, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 3/5/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
March 4, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 3/4/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
March 4, 2008 ~ Pirates Spring Training Videos: McCutchen, a top prospect at camp
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Pirates pitcher Andrew McCutchen talks about the pressure of being a top prospect, the other top prospects, Pearce and Walker, and spring training.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
March 3, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 3/3/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
March 3, 2008 ~ Video: Steelers, Roethlisberger talk about new contract
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Big Ben just struck gold.
The Steelers and Ben Roethlisberger held a news conference Monday morning to announce an eight-year, $102 million contract for the quarterback.
Roethlisberger thanked team management, saying he had always hoped to emulate quarterbacks like Dan Marino and John Elway, whose entire careers were spent with one organization.
Video by Lake Fong
March 3, 2008 ~ Pirates Spring Training Videos: Nate McLouth; sore muscles and all
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Nate McLouth talks with Pirates beat writer Dejan Kovacevic about the ups and downs of injuries, trying not to concentrate too hard and play the game of baseball.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
March 3, 2008 ~ Video: Penguins postgame report
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The Penguins welcomed back a bevy of ex-teammates including recently traded Erik Christensen and Colby Armstrong, and all-time great Mark Recchi, but sent them and their new team, the Atlanta Thrashers packing in a 3-2 shootout victory.
Watch postgame comments from Penguins Ryan Malone, Marc-Andre Fleury, Maxime Talbot and Kris Letang, and head coach Michel Therrien, as well as Post-Gazette hockey blogger Seth Rorabaugh.
Video by Dan Gigler
March 1, 2008 ~ Varsity Video: High School Highlights -- Class AAAA semifinal game
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: High School Highlights," video coverage of local high school basketball.
This week, we're offering highlights from Butler vs. Upper St. Clair (Girls), Franklin vs. Hopewell (Boys), Greensburg Salem vs. Perry Traditional Academy (Boys), McKeesport vs. Schenley (Boys) and Farrell vs. Beaver Falls (Boys).
Video by Andrew Rush and Matt Freed
March 1, 2008 ~ Pirates Spring Training Videos: Jack Wilson and breaking in a new mitt
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Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana and Pirates beat reporter Dejan Kovacevic caught up with Pirates shortstop Jack Wilson yesterday. Wilson, in the process of breaking in a new mitt, talks about spring training and what it means to him this year. And right fielder Doug Mientkiewicz shows you what a well-broken in mitt looks like ... and it's not a pretty sight.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
March 1, 2008 ~ Pirates Spring Training Videos: Exhibition opener at McKechnie Field
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Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana gives you an all-around view of the exhibition opener for the 2008 Pirates at McKechnie Field in Bradenton, Fla. From the ground crew chalking the lines to the player of yesterday who are now the coaches for the players of today; get a look at the game from a different vantage point. And try to forget the snow as you bask in the sunshine of Bradenton.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 29, 2008 ~ Video: Towel tribute salutes Myron Cope
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Fans from across the region poured into Downtown Pittsburgh on Friday for a fitting tribute to Myron Cope, who died Wednesday of respiratory failure at the age of 79.
Urged on by Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and surprise guest Dan Rooney, owner of the Steelers, fans waved their Terrible Towels to honor the man whose 35-year career as a broadcaster and personality elevated him to icon.
Video by Tia Ewing
Feb. 29, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/29/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 29, 2008 ~ Video: 'SportsNOW,' 2/29/2008
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Welcome to "SportsNOW," a weekly video talk show moderated by Jerry Micco, assistant managing editor/Sports, and columnists Gene Collier, Ron Cook and Bob Smizik.
Each week, the panel will discuss hot topics in the world of sports and react to e-mail questions from readers and viewers. The columnists also will offer closing thoughts on an issue of their choice.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 29, 2008 ~ Video: Hillary Clinton faces Texas-sized hurdle
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Hillary Clinton has big work to do in the big state of Texas.
As most political observers have been saying since Super Tuesday, Hillary Clinton's dream of becoming the Democratic nominee for president has come down to Texas and Ohio.
Video by Mackenzie Carpenter
Feb. 28, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/28/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 28, 2008 ~ Pirates Spring Training Videos: Jonah Bayliss
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Jonah Bayliss talks about his chances at making the Pirates' roster.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 27, 2008 ~ Video: Steelers president talks of Myron Cope's enduring legacy
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The Steelers memorialized Myron Cope at an afternoon news conference in which team president Art Rooney II called the longtime broadcaster "a close friend."
"Myron's legacy will live on in many ways," Mr. Rooney said, citing the Terrible Towel in particular as emblematic of the Steelers and their immense legion of fans.
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 27, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/27/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 27, 2008 ~ Video: A tribute to Myron Cope
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Myron Cope, longtime Pittsburgh broadcaster and the voice of the Steelers, died today at the age of 79.
In declining health since even before his 2005 retirement after a record 35 years of Steelers broadcasts, Mr. Cope died of respiratory failure.
Video by Lizabeth Gray
Feb. 27, 2008 ~ Video: Ohio town looking for political savior
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Last night as Democratic presidential candidates Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton engaged in a debate at Cleveland State University, not far from the shores of Lake Erie, another harbor town listened intently, hoping to find its political savior.
"Basically, we need someone to rescue us," says Jason Strong, the city's director of community development.
Video by Dennis Roddy
Feb. 27, 2008 ~ Pirates Spring Training Videos: Daily workouts
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A day in the life of Pirate players during their daily workouts at Pirate City in Bradenton, Fla.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 27, 2008 ~ Video: Ray Shero press conference
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The Penguins headed into Tuesday's NHL trade deadline day not expecting to make any major moves. Instead, they pulled off the biggest trade of the day: a five-player blockbuster that netted them Atlanta Thrashers star Marian Hossa.
The Penguins parted with fan and locker room favorites Colby Armstrong and Erik Christensen, 2007 first-round pick Angelo Espositio and their 2008 first-round pick. They also received winger Pascal Dupuis from Atlanta in the deal.
Video by Dan Gigler
Feb. 26, 2008 ~ Video: Museum welcomes return of Tyrannosaurus rex
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Crews at Carnegie Museums completed the installation of its Tyrannosaurus rex on Tuesday.
The dinosaur skeleton had been off display since 2005, allowing for the construction of the new dino hall and exhibition, "Dinosaurs in Their Time."
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 26, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/26/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by David Garth and Melissa Tkach
Feb. 25, 2008 ~ Pirates Spring Training Videos: Nutting discusses past and future of team
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Pirates chairman Robert Nutting discusses prospects for this year, plus a bit of history.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 25, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/25/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 25, 2008 ~ Video: Empty Netters Live -- Penguins bit by Sharks
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The Penguins dropped their second straight overtime home game Sunday in a 2-1 shootout loss to the San Jose Sharks.
Looking flat for much of the game, which came less than a day after the Penguins blew a lead to Ottawa and lost 4-3 in overtime, the Penguins begin a three-game road trip Tuesday against the New York Islanders.
Video by Dan Gigler
Feb. 25, 2008 ~ Video: Chihuly glass exhibit celebrated with dance
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Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens came together with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre for a special celebration marking the final day of Chihuly at Phipps: Gardens & Glass. World class dancers performed among Dale Chihuly's amazing glass sculptures throughout the conservatory on Sunday February 24, 2008.
Video by Doug Oster
Feb. 25, 2008 ~ Video: "Lights! Glamour! Action!"
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The Pittsburgh Film Office hosted its annual "Lights! Glamour" Action!" fundraiser last night at Heinz Field.
Dawn Keezer, director of the Film Office, said last year's event grossed more than $120,000.
Video by Tia Ewing
Feb. 24, 2008 ~ Spring Training Camp Video: Relief pitcher Byung-Hyun Kim
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Peter Diana follows relief pitcher Byung-Hyun Kim through a day of practice.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 24, 2008 ~ Spring Training Camp Video: Photo Day
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Pirates photo day, a day where the players, coaches and staff spend in front of different background and have their pictures taken. These photos will be used in media guides, for promotions and on the Jumbotron screen.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 24, 2008 ~ Pirates Spring Training Video: Maholm getting back to his rhythm
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The Pirates left-handed pitcher Paul Maholm talks with Pirates beat writer Dejan Kovacevic and photographer Peter Diana.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 23, 2008 ~ Varsity Video: WPIAL Championship Basketball Highlights
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: High School Highlights," video coverage of local high school basketball.
Each week, post-gazette.com will offer highlights from several of the region's biggest games, as selected by our prep sportswriters.
This week, we're offering highlights from City League boys Championship game between Brashear and Schenley, Girls Class A WPIAL Championship game between Mount Alvernia and Monessen, Boys Class AAAA WPIAL Championship game between Central Catholic and Moon, Boys Class AA WPIAL Championship game between Jeannette and Beaver Falls and Girls Class AAA WPIAL Championship game between Hampton and West Mifflin.
Video by Andrew Rush and Matt Freed
Feb. 23, 2008 ~ Pirates spring training video: Manny Sanguillen
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Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana checks in with Pirates catchers past and present -- Manny Sanguillen and Ryan Doumit.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 22, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/22/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 22, 2008 ~ Video: 'SportsNOW,' 2/22/2008
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Welcome to "SportsNOW," a weekly video talk show moderated by Jerry Micco, assistant managing editor/Sports, and columnists Gene Collier, Ron Cook and Bob Smizik.
Each week, the panel will discuss hot topics in the world of sports and react to e-mail questions from readers and viewers. The columnists also will offer closing thoughts on an issue of their choice.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 21, 2008 ~ Video: Bill Gates' campus tour brings him to CMU
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Bill Gates is making a farewell tour of campuses Microsoft has helped fund as he prepares to step down as Microsoft chair and devote full time to his foundation.
That mission brought him to Carnegie Mellon University today, where he toured facilities and addressed students and faculty in the Rangos Auditorium on campus.
This video features excerpts of Gates' speech inside the auditorium.
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Video by Lake Fong and Tia Ewing
Feb. 21, 2008 ~ Varsity Video: This week in high school sports
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: This Week in High School Sports," hosted by Mike White and Colin Dunlap.
Every Wednesday, post-gazette.com takes a look at the week's top high school basketball games, with commentary, predictions, player profiles and more. It's the place to be for up-to-date information about your favorite teams.
Video by Andrew Rush
Feb. 21, 2008 ~ Video: Future brides tackle obstacle course for prizes
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Twenty-two future brides of Pittsburgh competed in a CoverGirl-sponsored contest Thursday at the PPG Wintergarden, hoping to win the services of a makeup artist at their wedding as well as other prizes.
The Wintergarden was set up like an obstacle course, with juice-sipping and cake-eating challenges designed to test the durability of their makeup.
Video by Nate Guidry and Tia Ewing
Feb. 21, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/21/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 21, 2008 ~ Video: Movie editor makes Oscar predictions
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As Javier Bardem's crazy character Chigurh says in the Coen brothers' movie, while flipping a coin, "You need to call it."
Like lots of other critics and odds makers, Post-Gazette movie editor Barbara Vancheri picks "No Country for Old Men" to take home the top prize Sunday at the 80th Academy Awards in Hollywood.
Video by Lizabeth Gray
Feb. 21, 2008 ~ Pirates spring training video: Chats, hits and helpful advice
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Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana catches a day at camp with the players, coaches and the new manager.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 21, 2008 ~ Pirates spring training video: The ProBatter
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Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana checks out the Pirates' new pitching machine.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 20, 2008 ~ Video: National Aviary prepares condor for release in Colombia
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It won't be long before another Andean condor at the National Aviary is set free to roam the skies.
Kachina, a female condor that was hatched last June at the Aviary, was prepped Wednesday with a vaccination shot from Dr. Pilar Fish, director of veterinary medicine.
Video by Nate Guidry and Tia Ewing
Feb. 20, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/20/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 20, 2008 ~ Varsity Video: High School Highlights -- Class AAAA semifinal game
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: High School Highlights," video coverage of local high school basketball.
Video highlights from the WPIAL Class AAAA semifinal game between Central Catholic and McKeesport .
Each week, post-gazette.com will offer highlights from several of the region's biggest games, as selected by our prep sportswriters.
Video by Andrew Rush
Feb. 20, 2008 ~ Varsity Video: High School Highlights -- Class A semifinal game
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: High School Highlights," video coverage of local high school basketball.
Each week, post-gazette.com will offer highlights from several of the region's biggest games, as selected by our prep sportswriters.
Video by Andrew Rush
Feb. 20, 2008 ~ Pirates spring training video: What's up Jack Wilson
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Pirates beat writer Dejan Kovacevic and sports photographer Peter Diana catch up on the off season with Pirates shortstop Jack Wilson.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 19, 2008 ~ Video: Activities planned for 40th anniversary of "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood
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Family Communications, producers of "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," is planning a series of events to celebrate the program's 40th anniversary.
The landmark children's television show, with late host Fred Rogers, is the longest-running program on PBS.
Video by Nate Guidry
Feb. 19, 2008 ~ Pirates spring training video: Huntington on comments made, hopes for future
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Today Pirates hitting coach Don Long talks about outfielder Chris Duffy, where he is and where he needs to go to make his game.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 19, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/19/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 19, 2008 ~ Pirates spring training video: Huntington on comments made, hopes for future
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Today, Pirates GM Neal Huntington on pitcher Matthew Capps and his need for that second pitch as a closer.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 19, 2008 ~ Pirates spring training video: Huntington on comments made, hopes for future
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Today, Pirates GM Neal Huntington on Outfielder Jason Bay, the comments he made and Huntingtons hopes for now and the future for Bay.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 18, 2008 ~ Video: Stockdale dance reunion a hopping place
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Fifty years ago, Saturday nights at the Stockdale fire hall in Washington County were pretty special.
And so it was this past Saturday night when hundreds of people gathered to relive those magical dance hops.
Video by Rebecca Droke
Feb. 18, 2008 ~ Video: UConn downs Pitt women, 90-64
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For all the success that the Pitt women's basketball team has enjoyed this season, yesterday's blowout loss to Connecticut proved that while the Panthers are improving, they have a ways to go to hang with the elite of the Big East.
Video by Dan Gigler
Feb. 18, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/18/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 18, 2008 ~ Spring Training Camp Video: Russell on Doumit
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Today Pirates manager John Russell talks about catcher Ryan Doumit, where he is and where he needs to go to make his game.
Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana brings Spring Training to you.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 18, 2008 ~ Spring Training Camp Video: Veteran player takes leadership role
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Doug Mientkiewicz, a 10-year veteran trying to make the Pirates' bench as a super-utility player, offers advice to rookie outfielder Nyjer Morgan yesterday at Pirate City. Although he has been in camp only two days, Mientkiewicz already has taken a leadership role.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 17, 2008 ~ Pirates Spring Training Camp Video: A new season
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Post-Gazette photographer Peter Diana takes you behind the scenes at training camp including some words from the new Pirates' manager John Russell as he talks about accountability and what competition means to the players; making sure they're ready to play.
Video by Peter Diana
Feb. 15, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/15/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 14, 2008 ~ Video: Zoo animals get Valentine's Day treats
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Valentine's Day may be for lovers, but don't think that excludes the animal kingdom.
Officials at the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium maintained a tradition of passing out goodies -- meat treats for the carnivores -- this holiday. And because those treats are often encased in decorative paper-mache packages, the animals had to unwrap their gifts.
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 14, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/14/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 14, 2008 ~ Video: Making a difference in Millvale
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Nancy Wadsworth spends Tuesdays helping patients from Millvale and surrounding communities by taking their blood pressure and doing other sceenings. She works at The Wellness Center in Millvale from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. weekly and anyone, regardless of age or income is welcome to recieve services for free.
Mrs. Wadsworth comes from a background of emergency medicine, but has welcomed the change of pace.
Video by Doug Oster
Feb. 13, 2008 ~ Video: Four escape unharmed from burning house
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A fire this morning caused extensive damage to a home in the 2000 block of Merwyn Avenue, Sheraden, but three young boys and their babysitter escaped the blaze unharmed.
Investigators told Post-Gazette news partner KDKA-TV the fire may have been started by one of the young boys playing with matches.
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 13, 2008 ~ Video: Valentines to city earn mayor's stamp of approval
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Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl hosted a luncheon Wednesday that was truly an affair of the heart.
Last month, the mayor had asked residents to help commemorate the city's 250th anniversary by writing short essays saying why they love Pittsburgh.
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 13, 2008 ~ Varsity Video: This week in high school sports
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: This Week in High School Sports," hosted by Mike White and Colin Dunlap.
Every Wednesday, post-gazette.com takes a look at the week's top high school basketball games, with commentary, predictions, player profiles and more. It's the place to be for up-to-date information about your favorite teams.
Video by Andrew Rush
Feb. 13, 2008 ~ Video: Gov. Rendell's remarks in national spotlight
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This is an excerpt of remarks made by Gov. Ed Rendell on Feb. 6 to the Post-Gazette Editorial Board.
One remark, in which he talks of a reluctance on the part of some conservative voters to cast ballots for an African-American presidential candidate, has come into the national spotlight.
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 13, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/13/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 12, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/12/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 11, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/11/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 11, 2008 ~ Video: Love in the air at the 'Re-Union'
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Couples gathered last night to renew their wedding vows and attempt to break the world record for such ceremonies with Valentine's Day just ahead.
Don and Virginia Ruck exchanged a kiss after renewing their vows as one of the 750 couples taking part in "Re-Union: The World's Largest Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony" at the Carnegie Music Hall auditorium in Oakland.
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 11, 2008 ~ Video: Penguins post-game report
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The Penguins stand alone atop the Atlantic Division after winning their third straight home game Sunday afternoon, 4-3 over arch-rival Philadelphia.
Watch postgame comments from players Evgeni Malkin, Ty Conklin, Jarkko Ruutu, Petr Sykora and head coach Michel Therrien, as well as commentary from Empty Netters blogger Seth Rorabaugh.
Video by Dan Gigler
Feb. 10, 2008 ~ Video: The rebirth of East Hills
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A model $85 million effort coordinated by HUD, the FBI, the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, city police and two private developers has been steadily improving life for this neighborhood, where 90 percent of the households are headed by single black women.
The East Hills Area Restoration Initiative has quietly renovated housing, cleaned out drug dealers, and provided some job and educational opportunities.
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 10, 2008 ~ Video: Gov. Ed Rendell discusses presidential campaigns
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Gov. Ed Rendell met with the Post-Gazette' editorial board the day after Super Tuesday, and he had a lot to say about the presidential campaigns.
Six months ago, no one would have predicted that Pennsylvania's late primary in April would be relevant. Now, it looks as if it could be.
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 10, 2008 ~ Video: Finding pheasants in Kansas
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The Pennsylvania Game Commission spends $2.7 million of hunter-generated funds for a put-and-take pheasant stocking program that is not intended to reestablish a naturally reproducing population.
In Kansas, where the Indonesian birds were originally stocked a century ago, natural reproduction has resulted in a vibrant pheasant hunt.
Video by John Hayes
Feb. 9, 2008 ~ Varsity Video: High School Highlights
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: High School Highlights," video coverage of local high school basketball.
Each week, post-gazette.com will offer highlights from several of the region's biggest games, as selected by our prep sportswriters.
Video by Andrew Rush
Feb. 8, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/8/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 8, 2008 ~ Video: 'SportsNOW,' 2/8/2008
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Welcome to "SportsNOW," a weekly video talk show moderated by Jerry Micco, assistant managing editor/Sports, and columnists Gene Collier, Ron Cook and Bob Smizik.
Each week, the panel will discuss hot topics in the world of sports and react to e-mail questions from readers and viewers. The columnists also will offer closing thoughts on an issue of their choice.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 7, 2008 ~ Video: Gov. Ed Rendell meets with PG editorial board
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Gov. Ed Rendell on Tuesday proposed a $28.3 billion budget for 2008-09 that does not raise the state sales or wage taxes, increases funding for basic education and makes another attempt to fund health care coverage for all Pennsylvanians.
On Wednesday, he started a five-day, eight-city tour to explain his plan.
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 7, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/7/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 7, 2008 ~ Video: Dave Wannstedt discusses the 2008 recruiting class
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Dave Wannstedt and the Pitt football program lured in one of their best recruiting classes in recent years highlighted by WPIAL stars Lucas Nix of Thomas Jefferson, Cam Saddler and Shayne Hale of Gateway and Jonathan Baldwin of Aliquippa.
Watch highlights from Wannstedt's press conference Tuesday at Heinz Field and commentary from Post-Gazette Pitt football beat writer Paul Zeise.
Video by Dan Gigler
Feb. 7, 2008 ~ Video: The Kords for Kids program
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Kords for Kids was the brainchild of 17-year-old Logan Handelsman, who hopes to use a passion for music that he shares with many of his classmates as therapy for the kids at The Children's Institute. He came up with the idea about a year ago.
"I felt that there are plenty of kids out there that don't get to have that opportunity to experience music the way kids from Shady Side do," he said.
Video by Doug Oster
Feb. 6, 2008 ~ Video: Terrelle Pryor tells press there is no news
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Today is the first day high school players can sign a binding national letter-of-intent with a college. It was thought Ohio State and Michigan were his leaders, and a number of Pryor's friends and acquaintances told the Post-Gazette that Ohio State was going to be his choice.
But at a news conference today Pryor acknowledged Penn State has risen in his eyes recently. His father also likes Penn State.
Video by Matt Freed
Feb. 6, 2008 ~ Video: Terrelle Pryor decides to ... not decide
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Terrelle Pryor will conduct a news conference today to say there is no news.
Pryor, the all-everything quarterback at Jeannette High School, has decided not to announce his college choice today. It is just another twist in this recruiting saga. But a noon news conference will go on as scheduled in the Jeannette gymnasium.
Video by Matt Freed
Feb. 6, 2008 ~ Video: Tuskegee Airmen focus of WQED special
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"Fly Boys: Western Pennsylvania's Tuskegee Airmen" will make its public television premiere Thursday night on WQED.
WQED, the University of Pittsburgh and the Alcoa Foundation came together to produce and fund this documentary project.
Video by Tia Ewing
Feb. 6, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/6/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 6, 2008 ~ Video: Bob Hoover talks with Rita Mae Brown
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Touring nationally for her latest Sneaky Pie Brown title in her best-selling crime series, author Rita Mae Brown dropped in at the Post-Gazette Tuesday to talk about her books and efforts to rescue unwanted animals. Her newest addition is "Purrfect Murder."
Ms. Brown is the author of more than 35 books, both fiction and nonfiction, as well as numerous television scripts that have brought her four Emmy nominations. She's active in supporting no-kill animal shelters. Her appearance here, presented by Oakmont's Mystery Lovers Bookshop, benefited Animal Friends.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 5, 2008 ~ Video: Family and friends gather to remember Jolesa Barber
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Mourners filled a North Side church this afternoon for the funeral of 12-year-old Jolesa Barber, who was shot to death Jan. 28.
Around 400 people gathered in Allegheny Center Alliance Church to remember the Perry South girl who loved to run track. Jolesa and her mother, Kimberly Wade, were shot shortly after they arrived at the home of Jolesa's sister on Brightridge Street. Her mother was injured. Police have charged Anthony Wilson, 30, and Michael Gist, 15, in the incident.
Video by Steve Mellon
Feb. 5, 2008 ~ Video: Pirates and Sanchez agree on new contract
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The Pirates and second baseman Freddy Sanchez sounded equally satisfied by the contract extension they signed today, one that could cover three years and pay as much as $18.9 million.
"I'm thrilled," Sanchez said at a PNC Park news conference this afternoon. "Pittsburgh is where I want to be. Everybody knows that. For me and my family, it was kind of a no-brainer. We love this community, and we appreciate the support that our fans give us. There's nothing better than going on the field knowing the fans are on your side, like they are here."
Video by Lake Fong
Feb. 5, 2008 ~ Video: Anti-violence rally held on North Side
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One week ago, 12-year-old Jolesa Barber was fatally shot in a barrage of fire aimed at her sister's North Side home.
On Monday afternoon, a group called One Vision One Life held an anti-violence rally outside the home. Many participants held up signs that carried pictures of children and the words, "Don't shoot. We want to grow up."
Video by Lake Fong and Tia Ewing
Feb. 5, 2008 ~ Video: Task force will delve into mortgage fraud
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U.S. Attorney Mary Beth Buchanan yesterday announced the formation of a local, state and federal joint task force to delve into what she said are scores of cases of mortgage fraud.
The cases of fraud, she said, involve millions in phony loans, bad credit and broken homes throughout the region.
Video by Dennis B. Roddy
Feb. 5, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/5/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Feb. 2, 2008 ~ Video: Tea Party protests drink tax
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Clad as Indians and mad as hornets, a trio of comedians took to the Mon Wharf yesterday for a symbolic tea party. All that was missing was the tea. In a region noted for the Whiskey Rebellion, local comic Brad Ryan led his comrades to the edge of the Monongahela River where they dumped faux beer, wine and liquor into the waters to protest the county's new 10 percent tax on alcoholic beverages. Nick Milton and Blake Carter, who also work the local comedy club circuit, swigged from a bottle containing water distinctly not of the "firewater" variety, and tossed a few empty beer cases into the water.
Video by Steve Mellon
Feb. 2, 2008 ~ Video: Hangin' with the hog in Punxy
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PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. -- Brace yourself for more wintry weather.
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow today, leading the groundhog to forecast six more weeks of winter.
Each Feb. 2, thousands of people descend on Punxsutawney, a town of about 6,100 people about 65 miles northeast of Pittsburgh, to celebrate what essentially had been a German superstition.
Video by Matt Freed
Feb. 2, 2008 ~ Varsity Video: High School Highlights
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: High School Highlights," video coverage of local high school basketball.
Each week, post-gazette.com will offer highlights from several of the region's biggest games, as selected by our prep sportswriters.
Video by Andrew Rush
Feb. 1, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 2/1/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Jan. 31, 2008 ~ Video: Police announce arrest of suspect, father
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Pittsburgh homicide detectives apprehended 15-year-old Michael Gist, a suspect in the shooting of 12-year-old Jolesa Barber, around 6:30 a.m. today at a motel in South Greensburg.
At a news conference, police announced they also have charged Mr. Gist's father, Michael Franklin, of Greensburg, with hindering apprehension of his son. Police found Mr. Franklin after searching several locations in Greensburg.
Video by Lake Fong
Jan. 31, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 1/31/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Jan. 30, 2008 ~ Video: Homewood residents react to killing of 15-year-old
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The shooting death of a 15-year-old boy has shocked, saddened and angered Homewood residents.
Ernest Tolliver, 15, of Lincoln-Lemington, was shot in the neck Tuesday night in the 7200 block of Frankstown Avenue in Homewood, and died shortly afterward.
Video by Lake Fong
Jan. 30, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 1/30/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Jan. 29, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 1/29/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Jan. 28, 2008 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW,' 1/28/2008
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW," our daily video newscast.
Each weekday afternoon, we'll keep you up to date with topical stories, breaking news, special reports, even sports and weather -- all in just minutes.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Jan. 27, 2008 ~ Video: A look at wine and spirits in Pennsylvania
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Video on this page accompanies the series "Monopoly Money: The control of wine and spirits in Pennsylvania."
This is the first video in a four part series.
Video by Lake Fong and Steve Mellon
Jan. 27, 2008 ~ Video: Hillary Clinton has uphill fight in hometown
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