Starting this November, walk-in express care will be offered at AHN Downtown on weekdays until 4:00 p.m. for non-urgent health issues, such as coughs/colds, sore throats, rashes, and other ailments.

Since joining the team of writers at DNA, Clayton Smith has been using his knowledge from his education in Public and Professional Writing, English Writing and poetry at The University of Pittsburgh to craft articles for The Downtowner.

Thanks to authentic restaurants like Alihan’s Mediterranean Cuisine and Istanbul Grille, Pittsburghers are able to indulge in delicious Mediterranean cuisine without leaving our chilly, cloudy city.

The 2023 Crown Castle Developers Forum was held last Tuesday at Point Park University, allowing community members to speak with Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald and Allegheny Conference CEO Stefani Pashman.

Sixth Street’s Restaurant Row is no joke: al fresco dining options line the peaceful sidewalks, live music can be heard from the street and there is a bustling, vibrant atmosphere, even on a Monday. Stay tuned every Tuesday morning in your inbox for a sneak peek of the restaurants coming to Best Restaurants in your addition of The Downtowner.

Ellie Schroeder is a dual public relations and advertising major at RMU, the head news editor at RMU Sentry Media, a true crime connoisseur and DNA’s newest Marketing Intern.

Peoples Gas has teamed up with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) Oct. 12 from 5:30-9:00 p.m. to host the annual Light the Night Walk starting at Acrisure Stadium.

On Oct. 7 from 2-3:30 p.m. the organization will be hosting a fantastic guided tour focusing solely on the art, nature and urban landscape along the Allegheny. Ticket sales are ending soon and can be purchased for $25 through Eventbrite. 

You can observe the clash of modern accents from the glassy One PNC Plaza skyscraper against the historic luxury of the Frick Building and the future modernistic FNB Financial Center. The American Institute of Architects’ Pittsburgh Architecture Week serves to give Pittsburghers a new perspective on the structures they see and use everyday.

Autumn has officially arrived. The air is getting crisp while the days are getting shorter and the fall foliage is setting in. There are many things to celebrate at this time of year: halloween is upon us, adult spotted lanternflies are dying and the Pittsburgh Fall Wine and Spirits Festival is making its annual return.

One person is around your child almost as much as you are– their teacher. On Oct. 5, World Teacher Day can remind you to appreciate your child’s educator. 

At Best Restaurants, we welcome Downtown Pittsburgh staples Talia and Valozzi’s to present their delectable dishes to guests. The establishments, which are both products of culinary mastermind Julian Valozzi, specialize in upscale, delicious Italian gastronomy. 

Words are powerful; they have the ability to make connections, build community and impact the lives of others. Since May, DNA Staff Writer Layla Joseph has been harnessing the power of the English lexicon to inform Pittsburghers of important happenings in The Greater Downtown Area. 

Pittsburgh Public Theater, located at 621 Penn Ave. will be hosting New Horizon Theater as they unveil the newest show and season opener WEBEIME. The production will run for five shows between Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday this week. 

The Allegheny Regional Asset District’s 2023 RAD Days serve as a way for those in Allegheny County to celebrate all the region has to offer that might be overlooked in everyday life. For 17 glorious days in October, you can experience the area’s museums, behind the scenes looks of your favorite sports venues, and entertaining shows for free.

On Sept. 30, The Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (PMACHCC) is inviting the Pittsburgh community to a day full of celebration, culture, food, music and fun in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. 

Pierogies are a staple to any Pittsburgh plate. They are often seen racing past home plate at PNC Park, sold in gift shops across the Steel City, in the frozen grocery aisle or on the plates of hungry residents. The history of this fan-favorite dates back over a century, but the celebration continues annually on Oct. 8 for National Pierogi Day.

The Sunset Dinner Cruise invites guests on the water for two hours and cruises run through November. Steer into an evening full of music, laughter and food. Check the weather before you leave and dress appropriately for the occasion. 

Pittsburgh’s chapter of The American Institute of Architects has made it their mission to build awareness about the city’s architectural gems while highlighting the professionals who have built them from the ground up. 

The North Side is home to a local candle company specializing in natural and non-toxic candles that burn for hours without burning a hole in your pocket. The hands pouring the wax at PGH Candle are Kayla Heffeman and her team, who create the candles made with 100% soy wax, a cotton wick and scents that anyone could love.