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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 1d

In observance of Columbus Day, all Allegheny County offices and courts will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025.

Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 1d

Register to join one of our upcoming Climate Action Plan public meetings to provide direct feedback and hear how the development of the Climate Action Plan will impact the future of our communities.

Register for the public meetings at engagement.alleghenycounty.us/climate-acti....

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 1d

The Department of Public Works takes workers’ safety seriously.

Its Safety Division is constantly reviewing accident reports, performing onsite inspections, and devising strategies to lessen the potential for future accidents. It also conducts more than 150 safety sessions with employees annually.

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 2d

The general election on November 4 is right around the corner! Help your polling place run smoothly by becoming a poll worker.

☑️ Applying online is easy
💵 Earn between $150 to $175 for the day
🗳️ Paid training is provided

Apply online at www.alleghenycounty.us/Government/E....

Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 5d

The Allegheny County Parks is now hiring for their seasonal teams at the Boyce, North, and South Park winter facilities.

Explore the open positions and apply online at www.alleghenycounty.us/Government/E....

Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 5d

Overdose deaths are down for the 3rd year thanks to data-driven, community-led action.

Overdose Prevention Pop-ups bring life-saving tools where they’re needed most. #EndOverdose #AlleghenyCounty

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 5d

Blaze, formerly Niko, from the Allegheny County Jail TAILS Program has found his way back home to his mom!

Read more about the TAILS Program and Blaze's journey at https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Government/County-Jail/Jail-News-of-Interest/News/093025-Blaze-finds-his-way-back-home.

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 9d

Public Works is not involved with this event and is providing this information as a public service announcement only.

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 9d

The Department of Public Works has granted a permit to P3R to close the inbound Armstrong Tunnel and the Philip Murray (South Tenth Street) Bridge in Pittsburgh for the Pittsburgh Penguins 6.6K Run and Family Walk. The closure will occur from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Sunday, October 5.

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 9d

What started as a presentation with guidance counselors about careers for students evolved into a discussion on how ACJ can positively impact the community & create a fulfilling career.

Read more https://bit.ly/4gMVbWE

Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 10d

Let's save these items from the landfill! Shop the latest items uploaded to the Allegheny County Auction Site.

Many items can be purchased at a steep discount and have great potential.

Browse available items at https://m.publicsurplus.com/sms/county.allegheny,pa/list/current?orgid=14313

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 11d

Now hiring poll workers for the election on November 4. Poll workers earn $150-$175 for the day, plus paid training.

For more information and to apply, visit https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Government/Elections/Poll-Workers.

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 15d

The lane closures, which started on March 4, 2024, were required for steel, deck, pier, sidewalk, drainage, and approach pavement repairs; barrier and expansion dam replacements; painting; concrete cleaning and sealing; as well as scour and erosion remediation.

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 15d

The Glenwood Bridge preservation project in Pittsburgh is complete, and the associated lane closures have ended earlier than expected. Learn more: bit.ly/3IiQUOh

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 16d

Our Medical Examiner celebrated National Forensic Science Week with dogs, cornhole tournaments, an ice cream social, & lab door decorating.

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 17d

P3R will close the bridge from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 27 for the Dollar Bank Junior Great Race. The PDP will close the bridge from 9 a.m. on Monday, September 29 through 4 p.m. on Tuesday, October 14 for Oktoberfest Pittsburgh.

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 17d

The Department of Public Works has granted permits to P3R and the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership (PDP) to close the Roberto Clemente (Sixth Street) Bridge in Pittsburgh for upcoming events. Learn more: bit.ly/4pLmUvk

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 18d

Allegheny County celebrates its 237th birthday today! From our rich history to vibrant communities, we're proud to call this incredible place home.

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 19d

Happy First Day of Fall! As the leaves begin to change & cooler temperatures settle in, let’s enjoy the fall season together.

Looking for something fun to do this fall? Check out all of the events happening in the Allegheny County Parks.

Explore fall events: www.alleghenycounty.us/Parks-and-Ev...

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 23d

Work on the road, which is expected to end in December, includes extensive concrete roadway and joint repairs, drainage improvements, sidewalk repairs, curb replacement, as well as sign and pavement marking work.

Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 23d

The new work hours will require that one of the two inbound lanes will periodically close during all hours except during the morning commute (6 a.m. to 9 a.m.). One of the two outbound lanes will periodically close during all hours except during the afternoon commute (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.).

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 23d

Crews working on Browns Hill Road between Beechwood Boulevard/Hazelwood Avenue and the Homestead Grays Bridge in Pittsburgh will work longer hours starting on Monday, September 22. Learn more: bit.ly/46f72cA

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 23d

Read more about the Foundation of HOPE and the graduation at www.alleghenycounty.us/Government/C...

Wood, Davis Inspire HOPE Participants at Graduation

The 14 graduates and various jail and Foundation of HOPE staff heard Jeff Wood perform an original piece called “Memories” that he composed while incarcerated at a different institution. It was a uniq...

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 23d

Wood performed an original piece called "Memories" that he composed while incarcerated. The ceremony also included speakers encouraging participants to utilize resources upon their release to continue on their journey of improvement and growth.

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Allegheny County Government @alleghenycounty.bsky.social · 23d

The most recent Foundation of HOPE graduation in the Allegheny County Jail was "electric"! 🎸

Live music has been a staple of HOPE Graduations, which usually featured beautiful violin performances, but the latest ceremony for 14 new graduates of the HOPE program featured Jeff Wood's electric guitar.

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