Free Trash Cans, Hills To Die On & New Owners for U.S. Steel
Nippon Steel is paying $14.9 billion for Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel, so what does that mean for the company that helped build the Burgh? Penn Hills is getting new free trash cans, and not everyone is thrilled about it. And we’ve got a few ways to help your neighbors this holiday season.
Plus, we want to hear from you about what Yinzer hill you’d be willing to die on. Call or text us at 412-212-8893.
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We always cite our sources:
- Learn more about the Nippon acquisition and future plans for the Pgh headquarters.
- The United Steelworkers Union said leadership wasn’t informed about the plan.
- U.S. Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) shared his feelings on X, aka Twitter.
- Find out what types of trash Pittsburgh Public Works actually accepts, and double check your trash schedule before the holidays! If you live within the city, that info lives online at pgh.st.
- Check out Project Last Call from Pittsburgh Action Against Rape, and get in touch at plc@paar.net. Their crisis hotline is also open for more volunteers.
- Find resources for donating food to local pantries in our Hey Pittsburgh newsletter.
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