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Dec. 30, 2007 ~ Video: Kwanzaa Celebration 2007
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Community Empowerment Association, Inc.'s 13th Kwanzaa celebration brought together families and friends at the Kingsley Association in East Liberty on Saturday night. The festivities included local artist groups, vendors, and food.
Video by Rebecca Droke
Dec. 29, 2007 ~ 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.
This week, we're offering highlights from New Castle at Blackhawk, Woodland Hills vs. Connellsville, Greensburg Salem vs. Hempfield and Thomas Jefferson vs. Norwin.
Video by Andrew Rush
Dec. 28, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/28/2007
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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
Dec. 27, 2007 ~ Video: The Steelers Report with Ed Bouchette & Gerry Dulac
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Fifteen down, one and the postseason to go.
All that's left to wonder for the Steelers is who they'll play in the first round of the playoffs and what seed they'll take.
Ed and Gerry preview Sunday's game against Baltimore and how the Steelers could slot for the playoffs.
Video by Dan Gigler
Dec. 26, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/26/2007
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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
Dec. 24, 2007 ~ Steelers video: Mike Tomlin's press conference
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The Steelers clinched the AFC North division and a playoff berth by virtue of the Browns blowing a game against the lowly Bengals Sunday afternoon.
The Steelers still have plenty to play for -- they could land the third or fourth seed in the postseason -- and pride is always a factor when facing the hated Baltimore Ravens.
Video by Dan Gigler
Dec. 23, 2007 ~ Video: PG Book Editor Bob Hoover interviews Kathleen George
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Kathleen George, a theater professor at the University of Pittsburgh, definitely knows this town and where to dine in it.
"Afterimage" shows characters as they meet and what they eat and drink is the kind of detail that makes them more three-dimensional, like people you know.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Dec. 22, 2007 ~ Video: Franco Harris remembers the Immaculate Reception
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It happened nearly two generations ago, but in the lore surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers, it's forever fresh.
Hall of Fame running back Franco Harris met with the Post-Gazette Friday to reminisce about his Immaculate Reception.
Video by Lake Fong
Dec. 22, 2007 ~ 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
Dec. 21, 2007 ~ Video: Inauguration of Luke Ravenstahl
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Mayor Luke Ravenstahl today told Pittsburghers they've "gotta believe" during an inauguration speech tonight that was more pep talk than vision statement.
Video by Lake Fong
Dec. 21, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/21/2007
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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
Dec. 20, 2007 ~ Video: The Steelers Report with Ed Bouchette & Gerry Dulac
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A little more than a month-ago, the Steelers seemed to be a lead pipe lock for an AFC North division title, and a team that could make a serious run at the number one or two seeds in the AFC.
In this week's Steelers Report, Ed and Gerry explain what the Steelers must do to keep their edge in the postseason race.
Video by Dan Gigler
Dec. 20, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/20/2007
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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
Dec. 19, 2007 ~ Varsity Video: High School Highlights
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: High School Highlights," video coverage of the PIAA State Championship games in Hershey, Pa.
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
Dec. 19, 2007 ~ Video: Wounded Iraq vet from West Mifflin gets free home
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Disabled Iraq vet Corporal Carl Duda and his family, wife Darla and children Carleigh, 7; Reginald Harburger, 18; and Maria Harburger, 19; received a free home remodeled house, complete with furnishings for the holiday.
Video by Lake Fong
Dec. 19, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/19/2007
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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
Dec. 18, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/18/2007
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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
Dec. 18, 2007 ~ Steelers Video: Mike Tomlin's press conference
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Less than 24 hours after his team laid an egg at home in a loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin was in front of the Pittsburgh media shouldering blame for Sunday's 29-22 defeat, while his team begins preparations to end their 2-game slump against the Rams in a short week -- the game is Thursday night in St. Louis.
Video by Dan Gigler
Dec. 17, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/17/2007
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW."
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
Dec. 17, 2007 ~ Video: A postcard from Steelers Nation -- "JacksonBurgh"
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Welcome to "JacksonBurgh." Population: several hundred rabid Steelers fans spread along I-95 in northern Florida.
The Jacksonville Black & Gold fan club -- or JAX B.A.G. -- may have some crow to eat this Monday in their hometown, by virtue of their Steelers losing to the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday at Heinz Field.
Video by Dan Gigler
Dec. 15, 2007 ~ Video: High School PIAA Football Championships
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Video highlights from the PIAA Class AAAA, AAA, AA, and AA State Championship games.
And don't forget to stay tuned to post-gazette.com for our video preview show every Wednesday.
"Varsity Video: This Week in High School Sports," hosted by Mike White and Colin Dunlap, sets up the weekend action with commentary, predictions, player profiles and more.
Video by Andrew Rush
Dec. 14, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/14/2007
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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
Dec. 14, 2007 ~ Video: Flood water rises
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The 10th Street Bypass and the Mon Wharf parking lot are closed today because of flooding.
At 25 feet, river water begins spilling into a stretch of the inbound Parkway East between Wood Street and Commonwealth Place.
Video by Lake Fong
Dec. 13, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/13/2007
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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
Dec. 12, 2007 ~ Video: The Steelers Report with Ed Bouchette
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Last Sunday's game versus the Patriots was billed as a "fact finding mission" for the Steelers and the facts were clear: the Steelers aren't even close to being the top dogs in the AFC.
However, they'll get a chance at redemption and to sew up a playoff spot when they take on the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday at Heinz Field.
Video by Dan Gigler
Dec. 12, 2007 ~ 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 football and 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
Dec. 12, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/12/2007
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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
Dec. 11, 2007 ~ Steelers Video: Mike Tomlin's press conference
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Perhaps still reeling from the pasting they took at the hand of the Patriots Sunday, the Steelers were dealt an even bigger blow when Mike Tomlin announced at his press conference that Aaron Smith would be out for the remainder of the season with a torn biceps injury.
Video by Dan Gigler
Dec. 11, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/11/2007
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW."
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
Dec. 11, 2007 ~ Video: A Majestic Star is born
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With the shout of "Gentlemen, start your engines," Don Barden broke ground this morning on his $450 million North Side casino. Mr. Barden pledged to make it a world-class facility and once again vowed to make it the flagship of his Majestic Star chain.
Video by Lake Fong
Dec. 10, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/10/2007
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Welcome to "PG NewsNOW."
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
Dec. 10, 2007 ~ Video: Pirates serve homeless
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Pirates General Manager Neal Huntington; alumni Steve Blass and Kent Tekulve; members of Del Monte's corporate leadership team and the Light of Life Rescue Mission staff served breakfast to the homeless this morning.
The Pirates and Del Monte decided to extend their partnership to better the lives of those in need in the community.
Video by Lake Fong
Dec. 9, 2007 ~ Video: Allegheny City ... then and now
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One hundred years ago today, 145,000 people who had gone to sleep the night before in Allegheny City woke up in Pittsburgh. Two to one, they were not happy about it.
Stripped of political identity overnight, Allegheny went forward as the North Side. Many Alleghenians, however, mourned the loss.
Video by Rebecca Droke and Melissa Tkach
Dec. 7, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/7/2007
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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
Dec. 7, 2007 ~ Video: 'SportsNOW,' 12/7/2007
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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 Lake Fong
Dec. 7, 2007 ~ Video: The return of Abdul Hakeem
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Abdul Hakeem Hussein, the wounded Iraqi boy who captured countless hearts during his five-month stay in Pittsburgh for reconstructive facial surgery, returned to the city yesterday for the next stage of treatment.
Video by Lake Fong
Dec. 6, 2007 ~ Video: The Steelers Report with Ed Bouchette & Gerry Dulac
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Perhaps you've heard of the New England Patriots. Undefeated through 12 games. Randy Moss. Tom Brady. Bill Belichick. A squad that was already being coronated throughout the national sports media as the greatest team in league history, as early as week 7.
They've blown teams out and survived close scares and this week a hungry Pittsburgh Steeler outfit heads to Gillete Stadium eager to prove the adage, to be the best, you have to beat the best.
But can these Patriots be beaten?
Video by Dan Gigler
Dec. 6, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/6/2007
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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
Dec. 5, 2007 ~ Video: Fun in the snow
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Wednesday's snowfall may have put a scowl on the face of motorists, but some people found reason to smile.
At West Park on the North Side, Ruth Daniels found a winter wonderland awaiting her and a couple of canine snow lovers. She and the dogs -- Dominic and Linus -- enjoyed a game of fetch as the snow continued to fall.
Video by Lake Fong
Dec. 5, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/5/2007
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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
Dec. 5, 2007 ~ Video: Lighting of community Hanukkah menorah
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The Festival of Lights is upon us.
Hanukkah, the eight-day Jewish holiday beginning on the 25th day of Kislev, according to the Hebrew calendar, began at sundown Tuesday.
Video by Lake Fong
Dec. 5, 2007 ~ 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 football and 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
Dec. 4, 2007 ~ Steelers Video: Mike Tomlin's press conference
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You may have heard that the New England Patriots are undefeated thus far this season. Mike Tomlin has heard that too, and is fairly unconcerned with that fact.
Or so he says.
In his weekly press conference, Tomlin said that the Patriots record isn't a concern, but that this game is important because it's "the next game" in the "story" of the 2007 Steelers.
Video by Dan Gigler
Dec. 4, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/4/2007
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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
Dec. 4, 2007 ~ Video: An interview with poet Sheryl St. Germain
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Sheryl St. Germain is both a poet and director of the graduate writing program at Chatham University and she's having a banner year in both roles.
On Dec. 5, she joins fellow poet Andrea Budy at the International Poetry Forum reading at 8 p.m. at Carnegie Library Lecture Hall.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Dec. 4, 2007 ~ Audio Slideshow: Holiday Harvest
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Enjoy a holiday audio slideshow from an Indiana County farm as they harvest this year's crop of Christmas trees.
Slideshow produced by Peter M. Borsh and photos by VWH Campbell
Dec. 3, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW,' 12/3/2007
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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
Dec. 3, 2007 ~ Steelers Tailgating Video: Steeler Nation "Hateration"
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Members of Steelers Nation may beg to differ, because for as much as they love their boys in Black & Gold, they truly do hate the players and personnel from other NFL squads: Raiders, Cowboys, Patriots, Bengals, Ravens ... not a surprise.
See who Steelers fans really despise in our latest tailgating video.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 30, 2007 ~ Video: Ban on electronic devices goes into effect Monday
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Criminal court judges unanimously signed a resolution prompted by courtroom visitors allegedly caught snapping photos of witnesses and undercover narcotics officers in the courts and hallways of the county courthouse.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 30, 2007 ~ Video: Steve Pederson returns as Pitt AD
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Steve Pederson has proven you can come home again.
Pederson was introduced Friday as Pitt's athletic director at a news conference in the Peterson Events Center on campus..
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 30, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW'
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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
Nov. 30, 2007 ~ Video: 'SportsNOW'
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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
Nov. 29, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW'
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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
Nov. 29, 2007 ~ Video: The Steelers Report with Ed Bouchette & Gerry Dulac
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Last year the Steelers dashed the Cincinnati Bengals playoff hopes with a win in the last game of the season.
Though this season is a dud for the Bengals, they've played strong as of late and could make the Steelers playoff picture as murky as the Heinz Field sod with a win on Sunday.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 28, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW'
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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
Nov. 28, 2007 ~ Varsity Video: Montour Coach
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Take a behind-the-scenes look at Montour Coach Lou Cerro on the sidelines of the WPIAL Class AAA Championship game last Friday night.
Video by Andrew Rush
Nov. 28, 2007 ~ 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 football 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
Nov. 27, 2007 ~ Steelers Video: Mike Tomlin's press conference
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Conventional wisdom would suggest there wouldn't be much for Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin to talk about after a lackluster -- and that's putting it mildly -- 3-0 win over the Dolphins Monday night.
But Tomlin was practically loquacious given the previous evening's outcome.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 27, 2007 ~ Video: Penguins host Make-A-Wish party
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The Pittsburgh Penguins held their annual Make-A-Wish Practice & Party on Tuesday at Mellon Arena.
Some 25 children and their families were treated to practice and a luncheon with the team in The Igloo Club.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 27, 2007 ~ Video: Dwarf brothers get comfortable in middle-school social scene
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Second part of an occasional series on Max and Will Graf's first year of middle school.
Both were born with the most common form of dwarfism.Video by Steve Mellon
Nov. 26, 2007 ~ Video: 'PG NewsNOW'
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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
Nov. 26, 2007 ~ Video: Deer season begins ...
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Viewer discretion advised: Graphic footage of deer at processing station Pennsylvania's two-week rifle deer season began Monday morning with rain and fog greeting hunters across the region. About 1 million hunters were expected to head for the woods through Dec. 8.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 25, 2007 ~ Video: Backyard Brawl memories with Beano Cook & Mickey Furfari
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Between the two of them, they've forgotten more about college football than most mere mortals will ever remember.
But some games that college football analyst and former Pitt athletic director Beano Cook, and longtime WVU beat writer Mickey Furfari won't forget are the classics of the Backyard Brawl.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 24, 2007 ~ Varsity Video: High School Highlights
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: High School Highlights," video coverage of the week's top high school football playoff games.
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 all four WPIAL championship games at Heinz Field, Serra Catholic vs. Springdale, Jeannette vs. Beaver Falls, Montour vs. Thomas Jefferson and Central Catholic vs. Gateway.
Video by Andrew Rush and Luke Good
Nov. 23, 2007 ~ Video: PG 'NewsNOW'
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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
Nov. 23, 2007 ~ Video: Black Friday -- the holiday shopping season begins
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The holiday shopping season began in earnest today with Black Friday, the
traditional day-after-Thanksgiving rush to the stores.
At Grove City's Prime Outlets, thousands of bargain hunters -- including caravans
from Canada -- commenced a shopping frenzy that began at the stroke of midnight.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 23, 2007 ~ Video: Welcome to 'SportsNOW'
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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
Nov. 23, 2007 ~ Video: Central Catholic vs. Gateway -- Class AAAA
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The WPIAL high school football championships were held Friday at Heinz Field.
This game pitted Central Catholic (12-0) against Gateway (11-1) in Class AAAA championship.
Video by Andrew Rush and Luke Good
Nov. 23, 2007 ~ Video: Thomas Jefferson vs. Montour -- Class AAA
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The WPIAL high school football championships were held Friday at Heinz Field.
This game pitted Serra (12-0) against Springdale (10-1) for the Class AAA championship.
Video by Andrew Rush and Luke Good
Nov. 23, 2007 ~ Video: Jeannette vs. Beaver Falls -- Class AA
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The WPIAL high school football championships were held Friday at Heinz Field.
This game pitted Jeanette (12-0) against Beaver Falls (11-1) for the Class AA championship.
Video by Andrew Rush and Luke Good
Nov. 23, 2007 ~ Video: Serra vs. Springdale -- Class A
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The WPIAL high school football championships were held Friday at Heinz Field.
This game pitted Thomas Jefferson (12-0) against Montour (12-0) for the Class A championship.
Video by Andrew Rush and Luke Good
Nov. 22, 2007 ~ Varsity Video: Fabulous 22
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: The Fabulous 22.
It's a Thanksgiving tradition. No, not turkey, stuffing and gravy but the Post-Gazette's Fabulous 22 football team.
Here are highlights from this year's best of the best.
Video by Andrew Rush
Nov. 22, 2007 ~ Video: The Steelers Report with Ed Bouchette & Gerry Dulac
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The mighty Steelers were humbled mightily Sunday against the usually hapless New York Jets.
A chance for redemption presents itself on Monday night when the Black & Gold plays host to the winless Miami Dolphins and former Steeler motormouth and sack machne Joey Porter.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 21, 2007 ~ Video: PG News NOW
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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
Nov. 21, 2007 ~ Video: 31st Street Bridge reopens
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With a snip of the ribbon, the 31st Street Bridge opened for traffic again on Wednesday.
The bridge, which crosses the Allegheny River and connects with Route 28, had been closed since February 2006.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 21, 2007 ~ Video: Airport prepares for holiday travelers
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Pittsburgh International Airport prepared for holiday travelers Wednesday, but all was calm early in the day.
Travel experts were forecasting a 4 percent jump this year in air passenger traffic.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 21, 2007 ~ Steelers Video: Mike Tomlin's press conference
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By their own admission and that of their coaches, the Steelers stunk the joint up Sunday against the Jets, but another week brings another game and another chance to make corrections before the season home stretch begins.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 21, 2007 ~ 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 football 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
Nov. 20, 2007 ~ Video: PG NewsNOW
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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
Nov. 19, 2007 ~ Video: Penguins score with turkey giveaway
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You may remember the Penguins hand-delivering season tickets to a few of their fans in the pre-season. This time around, their goal is to help create a happier Thanksgiving for local families.
Today at the Bedford Dwellings Hope Center in the Hill District, Penguin players Colby Armstrong, Max Talbot, Georges Laraque and Kris Letang distributed 150 turkeys to families in need.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 19, 2007 ~ Video: Steelers' Batch plans housing at old Homestead bakery
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Gov. Ed Rendell awarded $4.8 million in Housing Finance Agency grants to five developments in Allegheny County and one each in Westmoreland and Butler counties.
The most notable grant was $480,000 for a company owned by Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch to convert the former Homestead Bakery building on East Seventh Avenue into 16 apartments and six commercial spaces.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 19, 2007 ~ Video: PG NewsNOW
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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
Nov. 18, 2007 ~ Videos: The Carnegie Museum unveils its new dinosaur hall
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The Post-Gazette takes a comprehensive look at the 2 1/2 year, $36 million renovation of the Carnegie Museum's dinosaur exhibit in special package of articles, video, audio, an interactive graphic, a forum for reader comments and more.
Read, listen, watch and enjoy!
Video by Annie O'Neill and Courtesy of the Carnegie Museums
Nov. 17, 2007 ~ Varsity Video: High School Highlights
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: High School Highlights," video coverage of the week's top high school football playoff games.
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 Brashear vs. Allderdice, Pine-Richland vs. Thomas Jefferson, Jeannette vs. Aliquippa, Riverside vs. Beaver Falls and Central Catholic vs. McKeesport.
Video by Andrew Rush
Nov. 16, 2007 ~ Video: City lights Christmas tree; Macy's unveils holiday windows
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While we're scarcely past Halloween, and with Thanksgiving just around the corner, the city turned the lights on Christmas today, in a manner of speaking.
Mayor Luke Ravenstahl led the lighting delegation of the official Pittsburgh Christmas tree. And nearby at Macy's, store officials took the wraps off this year's holiday window display.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 16, 2007 ~ Video: An interview with Dr. Leo McCafferty
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The recent death of rap superstar Kanye West's mother following cosmetic surgery has put a spotlight on the risks inherent in any surgery.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Nov. 16, 2007 ~ Video: Welcome to 'SportsNOW'
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Welcome to "SportsNOW," a new weekly video talk show moderated by Jerry Micco, assistant managing editor/Sports, and columnists Gene Collier, Ron Cook and Bob Smizik.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Nov. 15, 2007 ~ Video: The Steelers Report with Ed Bouchette & Gerry Dulac
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Fresh off of a heart stopper at home against the Cleveland Browns, the Steelers travel to the swamps of New Jersey to take on the hapless New York Jets.
Conventional wisdom would infer that the Steelers should romp in this game, but conventional wisdom doesn't always apply in the National Football League, where every team -- even one with a 1-8 record -- is "dangerous" according to Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 14, 2007 ~ Steelers video: Mike Tomlin's press conference
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After a game in which his team let up kickoff returns of 90 and 100 yards, you'd be wise to guess that a primary topic of conversation at Mike Tomlin's press conference might be the kickoff coverage.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 14, 2007 ~ Video: CMU art students capture images for posterity
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Cast in aluminum and welded together in striking collages, the sculptures that line the basement of University Center at Carnegie Mellon University represent 15 years of work by art professor Ron Bennett's sophomore students.
Video by Andy Starnes
Nov. 14, 2007 ~ Varsity Video: This week in high school sports
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Every Wednesday, post-gazette.com takes a look at the week's top high school football 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
Nov. 13, 2007 ~ Video: Councilwoman Twanda Carlisle resigns
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Pittsburgh City Councilwoman Twanda Carlisle today pleaded no contest to charges she operated a kickback scheme with her staff members and will resign effective today.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 13, 2007 ~ Video: Look, up in the sky ...
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The iconic Heinz Ketchup sign, first unveiled in 1995, has a new home.
It was installed today atop the Senator John Heinz History Center in the Strip District.
The red-and-white neon sign -- it's a giant bottle of ketchup that empties and refills itself every 30 seconds -- is made of steel and aluminum and stands more than 42 feet high and 32 feet wide.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 12, 2007 ~ Steelers tailgating video: Browns still a rival?
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Once upon a time, it was a game that the fans would circle in red pen as soon as the schedule came out.
Steelers versus Browns. A bloodfeud on par with any other in sports.
But when one team wins 15 out of 16 games from the other, is it still a rivalry?
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 11, 2007 ~ Video: A chat with author Stewart O'Nan, author of 'Last Night at The Lobster'
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Author Stewart O'Nan, who has produced 10 novels and two nonfiction books in 13 years, has a reputation for letting the reader's imagination consider the greater implications of his writing while he sticks to the story and character.
O'Nan's new novel, "The Last Lobster," is a 146-page look at the last day at a Red Lobster chain restaurant that closed just before Christmas due to slow business.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 10, 2007 ~ Varsity Video: High School Highlights
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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 Allderdice vs. Schenley, Gateway vs. Upper St. Clair, Bethel Park vs. Central Catholic, Pine-Richland vs. Chartiers Valley and Steel Valley vs. Beaver Falls.
Video by Andrew Rush
Nov. 9, 2007 ~ Steelers Video: Sneak peek at Heinz History Center exhibit
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The Chief's cigars. The turf where Franco made an "Immaculate" moment. Ben Roethlisberger's draft card. Rocky Bleier's Purple Heart. The bronze busts of 19 immortals. All of these artifacts and more will be on display starting Saturday at the Heinz History Center in the Strip District.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 9, 2007 ~ Video: Talk host takes a public bath
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KDKA talk show host Kevin Miller made good on a promise today despite weather better suited to a bowl of chili than a pool of water.
Miller, you see, had promised his radio audience he would sit in a dunk tank if Mayor Luke Ravenstahl won re-election.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Nov. 9, 2007 ~ Video: Wild deer jumps into polar bear exhibit
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A wild whitetail deer jumped from the top of a 20 foot wall into the tank of two young polar bears at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium this morning.
If you look at the top right of the screen, you will see the wild deer jump into the polar bear exhibit. The Post-Gazette edited a time-lapsed video provided by the zoo.
Video by Melissa Tkach
Nov. 8, 2007 ~ Video: The Steelers Report with Ed Bouchette & Gerry Dulac
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Welcome to another edition of "The Steelers Report," our weekly Webcast hosted by Ed Bouchette and Gerry Dulac.
This week, Ed and Gerry take a detailed look at the Pittsburgh Steelers matchup with the Cleveland Browns, with commentary, game analysis, injury updates, predictions and more. It's the place to be for up-to-date information about the black and gold.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 7, 2007 ~ 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 football 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
Nov. 7, 2007 ~ Video: 'Ambassadors' field questions about race, ethnicity
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The Post-Gazette asked readers to share stories of times they've been ethnic or racial "ambassadors" -- been asked to represent, explain or field questions about their ethnicity or race.
Video by Annie O'Neill, L.A. Johnson and Melissa Tkach
Nov. 7, 2007 ~ Video: Ravenstahl looks to the future
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Supporters of Mayor Luke Ravenstahl, who was formally elected last night to the position he inherited when Mayor Bob O'Connor died of cancer in 2006, had plenty to cheer about last night when final results of the vote became apparent.
Video by Annie O'Neill
Nov. 7, 2007 ~ Video: DeSantis thanks his supporters
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Supporters of Mayor Luke Ravenstahl, who was formally elected last night to the position he inherited when Mayor Bob O'Connor died of cancer in 2006, had plenty to cheer about last night when final results of the vote became apparent.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 6, 2007 ~ Steelers Video: Mike Tomlin's press conference
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Less than 12 hours after his team finished a hellacious beatdown of the Baltimore Ravens, Mike Tomlin and the Steelers coaching staff were back at work preparing for the 5-3 ... Cleveland Browns?
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 5, 2007 ~ Steelers Tailgating Video: Your favorite Steelers moments
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A driving rain and wicked lightning wasn't nearly enough to keep Steelers fans from tailgating in the Heinz Field Parking lot last night.
Not when it's Monday Night Football.
Not when the Steelers All-Time team was being honored.
Not when the hated Baltimore Ravens were in town.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 6, 2007 ~ Video: Pirates name Russell as manager
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The Pirates this morning made it official -- John Russell is their new manager.
Russell, 46, is a former Pirate third base coach who spent the previous two seasons managing Philadelphia's Class AAA team.
Video by Lake Fong
Nov. 4, 2007 ~ Steelers Video: A Black and Gold Diamond Gala
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As part of their diamond jubilee weekend, the Steelers "suited up" for a $250-a-plate banquet and gala last night at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
The festivities included honors for the 75th anniversary All-Time Team punctuated by plenty of stories shared among the generations of players present.
Video by Annie O'Neill
Nov. 4, 2007 ~ Steelers Video: More from the gala
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Our second Steelers 75th Anniversary gala video features extended interview outtakes with legends Joe Greene, Jack Ham, John Stallworth, Donnie Shell, Rocky Bleier and Gary Anderson.
These black and gold luminaries talk about what it's like to be a Steeler, the Steelers of yesteryear and today, and the heart and soul of the franchise: Steelers fans.
Video by Dan Gigler
Nov. 3, 2007 ~ Varsity Video: High School Highlights
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Welcome to "Varsity Video: High School Highlights," video coverage of the week's top high school football playoff games.
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 Schenley at Perry Traditional Academy, Bethel Park at Seneca Valley, East Allegheny at Steel Valley, Shaler at Upper St. Clair and Highlands at Blackhawk.
Video by Andrew Rush
Nov. 2, 2007 ~ Video: Dan Rooney ... My 75 years with the Steelers and the NFL
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Five decades ago, when NFL owners sat down with members of the newly formed players' union and agreed to pay them for pre-season games, the Steelers were represented by 24-year-old Dan Rooney.
The book -- "Dan Rooney, My 75 Years with the Pittsburgh Steelers and the NFL" -- is available in stores on Monday, the day the Steelers honor their 75th anniversary all-time team as part of their game against the Baltimore Ravens. Published by DeCapo Press, it sells for $26.
Video by Annie O'Neill
Nov. 1, 2007 ~ Video: Artist reaches century mark
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Mary Males turned 100 years old on Sunday. The day before that birthday, her family and friends came together for two reasons: to honor a wonderful long life and to celebrate her great artwork.
Video by Doug Oster
Nov. 1, 2007 ~ Video: The Steelers Report with Ed Bouchette & Gerry Dulac
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Welcome to another edition of "The Steelers Report," our new weekly Webcast hosted by Ed Bouchette and Gerry Dulac.
This week, Ed and Gerry take a detailed look at the Steelers Monday night matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, with commentary, game analysis, injury updates, predictions and more. It's the place to be for up-to-date information about the black and gold.
Video by Annie O'Neill
Oct. 31, 2007 ~ Steelers Video: Mike Tomlin's press conference