In a travel review titled "Livable Pittsburgh steps from haze" the San Jose Mercury News talks about Pittsburgh's transformation as well as the wealth of outdoor opportunities.
Why is it that Pittsburghers dwell so much on the negative? Aren't you sick of hearing the same old pessimistic crap? Think of this blog as your peaceful oasis from all the repetitive fear-mongering spewed forth by the Pittsburgh media. A breath of fresh air amongst depressing Yinzer fumes. Good News Pittsburgh is dedicated to highlighting all the positive things happening in Pittsburgh, and to calling out those who reinforce negativity and outdated myths. Enjoy Pittsburgh and Stay Positive!
Friday, September 26, 2008
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Pittsburgh workforce getting younger
If you've been following the real demographic trends locally and not buying into inaccurate, negative media hype, then this should come as no surprise.
The Trib reports that the median age of working Pittsburghers dropped from 40.5 in 2005 to 39.3 in 2007, according to figures released today by the Census Bureau. Here is a link to the article.
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/mostread/s_589592.html
The Trib reports that the median age of working Pittsburghers dropped from 40.5 in 2005 to 39.3 in 2007, according to figures released today by the Census Bureau. Here is a link to the article.
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/mostread/s_589592.html
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Pittsburgh: #4 U.S. city in Tech Job Growth
The Post-Gazette reported today that Pittsburgh is #4 in the country in tech job growth. This is according to the leading tech job website Dice.com.
Hartford, Conn. led the way with 30 percent growth, followed by Cincinnati, 28 percent, Miami, 23 percent, Pittsburgh at 22 percent and Charlotte, N.C. at 21 percent.
Hartford, Conn. led the way with 30 percent growth, followed by Cincinnati, 28 percent, Miami, 23 percent, Pittsburgh at 22 percent and Charlotte, N.C. at 21 percent.