Pittsburgh, PA news on Saturday, October 17, 2026

In Pittsburgh, PA on Saturday, October 17, 2026: Savannah Bananas returning to PNC Park in 2027. Also: Nurses at an Allegheny County hospital have authorized a strike, signaling potential labor action ahead; The Wabash Tunnel in Pittsburgh will permanently close, affecting commute routes in the area. Weather: Mostly cloudy today with temperatures between 43–51°F and light winds; stay dry as rain is not expected.

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Headlines

Nurses at an Allegheny County hospital have authorized a strike, signaling potential labor action ahead.Patch · Oct 16, 12:16 PM

Traffic & transport

The Wabash Tunnel in Pittsburgh will permanently close, affecting commute routes in the area.Patch · Oct 15, 11:39 AM

Events & going out

The Savannah Bananas exhibition baseball team will return to PNC Park in 2027 for games.WTAE · Oct 16, 7:00 PM
The Pittsburgh Monster Pumpkins festival this weekend features the world's largest pumpkin ever grown.TribLIVE.com · Oct 16, 10:12 AM

Business & new openings

Dick's Sporting Goods has opened a new discount store location in the Pittsburgh area.Patch · Oct 15, 8:57 AM

Shopping & deals

Giant Eagle is again offering customers free Thanksgiving turkeys with qualifying purchases.Patch · Oct 16, 7:49 AM

Culture & arts

River City Brass Band is performing live, celebrating 250 years of brass music history.TribLIVE.com · Oct 16, 7:35 AM

Community & volunteering

Cans of food have been transformed into artwork displayed at a Pittsburgh mall.Patch · Oct 16, 10:59 AM

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