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Medicare Advantage is drawing attention as Forbes reports enrollment is poised to rise even under regulatory scrutiny, with premiums falling 16%. At the same time, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette highlights plans in the Pittsburgh area pulling back provider networks, described as 'the incredible shrinking network'. The combination of cheaper premiums and reduced provider choice is fueling debate about the program's direction.
- 2'Barry' Co-Creator Developing Comedy About Penn State Cocaine Ring▼Report: 'Barry' co-creator is developing a comedy series inspired by Penn State cocaine ring
A co-creator of the HBO comedy 'Barry' is developing a new comedy series inspired by a cocaine trafficking ring uncovered at Penn State University, according to a Pittsburgh Post-Gazette report. The project draws on the real-life drug operation connected to the campus. Further details about the network, cast, or release timeline have not been announced.
- 3Pittsburgh arts groups launch collective campaign for hundreds of millions●Analysis: Pittsburgh's arts organizations are collectively campaigning for hundreds of millions of dollars
Pittsburgh's arts organizations are jointly seeking hundreds of millions of dollars in funding, according to a Pittsburgh Post-Gazette analysis. The coordinated campaign represents an unusual collective effort by cultural institutions across the city to secure major financial support rather than pursuing individual fundraising drives.
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The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette published its roundup of high school sports results for Saturday, October 3, 2026, covering scores and outcomes from area games across the Pittsburgh region. Roundups like this draw attention from parents, students and local fans following their teams' seasons.
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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette columnist Gerry Dulac has published his Week 4 predictions for the 2026 NFL season, offering his picks and score forecasts for this week's slate of games. The column is part of his regular weekly feature, giving readers expert selections to consider ahead of the weekend's matchups.
- 6Gardeners advised on dividing perennials for better blooms▼How, when and why to divide garden perennials for better blooming
A syndicated gardening column explaining how, when and why to divide perennial plants is running in newspapers across the United States, including the Los Angeles Daily News, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Norwalk Hour. The piece walks readers through splitting crowded clumps to rejuvenate plants and encourage stronger flowering, a routine seasonal task for home gardeners.
- 7Pittsburgh high school sports results for Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026●High schools sports results for Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette published its roundup of high school sports results for Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, listing scores and outcomes from local games across the region. Roundups like this are a regular fixture for fans, parents and coaches following Pittsburgh-area teams through the fall season.
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The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has published its roundup of high school sports results from Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, covering scores across local football and fall athletics in the Pittsburgh region. No further details about individual games, teams, or standout performances are included in the available information.
- 9Chinatown Inn's egg rolls hide a surprising secret ingredient▼Gretchen’s table: You won’t believe the secret ingredient in Chinatown Inn’s egg rolls
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gretchen's Table column takes readers inside Chinatown Inn, a long-running Downtown restaurant, to reveal the unusual ingredient behind its popular egg rolls. The piece explores how the kitchen makes the classic appetizer, offering cooks a closer look at a recipe that has kept locals coming back.
- 10Brandon McGinley: One-party rule warps Pittsburgh politics▼Brandon McGinley: How being a one-party town warps Pittsburgh’s politics
Columnist Brandon McGinley argues in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette that Pittsburgh's dominance by a single political party is distorting the city's politics. He contends that the lack of meaningful electoral competition weakens accountability and narrows debate in local government. The piece is drawing attention among readers concerned about the health of civic life in the Pittsburgh region.
- 11Ming-Na Wen shares family recipes rooted in 'Have you eaten yet?'▼Ming-Na Wen answers the question ‘Have you eaten yet?’ with family recipes
Actress Ming-Na Wen has opened up about the Chinese greeting that asks 'Have you eaten yet?', using it as a starting point to share family recipes. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette features her reflections on food, heritage and how cooking connects her to family tradition, drawing interest from fans of the star and food readers alike.
- 12Fittipaldo sees promise in Steelers rookie Max Iheanachor●Fittipaldo loves what he sees from Max Iheanachor: “Just because he hasn’t played a lot of football doesn’t mean that he
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reporter Ray Fittipaldo has praised rookie offensive tackle Max Iheanachor, arguing his limited game experience does not mean he needs extensive seasoning. Fittipaldo noted Iheanachor was well coached at Arizona State and is working under a strong position coach with the Steelers, suggesting the young lineman is further along than his lack of playing time implies.
- 13Steelers secondary criticized after loss to Browns●Ray Fittipaldo's Steelers report card: The secondary fails to pass the test against the Browns
Post-Gazette writer Ray Fittipaldo has graded the Pittsburgh Steelers' performance in their game against the Cleveland Browns, giving the secondary a failing mark. His report card highlights the defensive backfield's struggles against Cleveland's passing attack as a key weakness in the matchup, drawing attention from Steelers fans assessing where the team stands after the divisional contest.
- 14Confluence Theater reveals 2027 plans for Downtown Pittsburgh●Analysis: Confluence Theater’s 2027 programming announcement tells us three things about Downtown’s newest theater company
Pittsburgh's newest Downtown theater company, Confluence Theater, has announced its 2027 programming, and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette published an analysis drawing three conclusions about the company's direction from the lineup. The announcement is being read as a signal of the young company's ambitions for its place in the city's Downtown arts scene.
- 15Joey Porter Jr. trade ends saga, columnist says it never should have happened●Noah Hiles: The Joey Porter Jr. trade ends a sad saga that never should have happened
The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded cornerback Joey Porter Jr., according to a Pittsburgh Post-Gazette column by Noah Hiles, who argues the deal closes a 'sad saga' that never should have unfolded. Hiles' piece frames the move as the end of a drawn-out and regrettable situation between the team and the defender, though details of the trade terms and surrounding circumstances are not specified.