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Official Bluesky page for the Office of Councilperson Erika Strassburger, serving Pittsburgh's Oakland, Shadyside, and Squirrel Hill neighborhoods. https://www.pittsburghpa.gov/City-Government/City-Council/Districts/Erika-Strassburger-District-8

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · Apr 15

Our spring newsletter is here! Get updates on City programs, community groups, and MORE!

Read it here: us19.campaign-archive.com?u=7d60598fad...

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Group Against Smog and Pollution (GASP) @gasp-pgh.bsky.social · 2d

Morning! Here is today’s air quality forecast for Allegheny County:

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 4d

🚨 The traffic signal at Amberson and Ellsworth is currently down. Temporary stop signs have been placed at the intersection and a replacement signal is in the works.🚨

PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 11d

The District 8 office wishes all our Jewish neighbors a meaningful Yom Kippur and an easy fast!

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vote.pa @votedotpa.bsky.social · 12d

🚦Traffic, work, and long lines won’t get in the way if you vote by mail ballot.

Request your mail ballot and do your part to protect our democracy: vote.pa/mail. #VotePA. ✊

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 13d

The PA Emergency Management Agency is now offering grants and low-interest loans for those affected by the September 9 fire at the Jefferson Apartment Complex. Learn more and apply here: buff.ly/Z5AxDwd

Image alt text: Photograph of the September 9 fire at the Jefferson Apartment Complex. Depicts clouds of smoke billowing from a large orange fire coming through the roof of the complex, with fire hoses blasting streams of water to put out the flames.

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 12d

Traffic calming is coming to the intersection of Forbes and Denniston! 🚧

Learn more here: engage.pittsburghpa.gov/denniston-st...

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 15d

Last weekend, the City’s Deer Management Program returned for the 2025-2026 season, with archery expanding to 10 city parks. The program works to humanely reduce white-tailed deer populations, which have grown out of balance with Pittsburgh’s forest ecology. 🦌 🏹 Learn more: buff.ly/8CHuv4a

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 16d

25 years of Allegheny CleanWays! I was thrilled to issue a proclamation honoring their dedication over the last quarter-century to an Allegheny County free from litter and illegal dumping. Thank you for all you do to keep our City and County clean, beautiful, and safe. 🧡

PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 18d

A new traffic signal has been installed at the intersection of Bayard and North Neville!

The signal includes:
✅ Pedestrian countdowns and audible pushbuttons
✅ Dark-skies compliant lighting
✅ Leading Pedestrian Intervals
✅ Updated signage
✅ Pavement markings to calm traffic

PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 19d

Happy Rosh Hashanah to all our Jewish neighbors! May your new year be filled with health and happiness.

Shanah Tovah!

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 23d

The Week Without Driving is 10 days away! Take the Pledge and join me to advocate for better mobility options for non-drivers in Allegheny County.

Learn more here: weekwithoutdrivingpgh.org

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Senator Jay Costa @senatorcosta.com · 25d

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and this year's theme is, "Start a Conversation. Be the Difference." Sometimes, being open, honest, and vulnerable can invite a dialogue that could save a life. Reach out to your friends and be the difference this month and every month.

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QBurgh @qburgh.com · 25d

AIDS Free Pittsburgh is your resource for finding HIV testing, HIV care and related services. Just enter your zip code, select a service area and find providers near you. www.aidsfreepittsburgh.org/resource-fin...

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 24d

Learn more about United Against Hate Week: www.unitedagainsthateweek.org

United Against Hate

www.unitedagainsthateweek.org

PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 24d

Learn more about Stand for All: hearfoundation.com/stand-for-al...

Stand For All Pittsburgh - The Hear Foundation

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 24d

In recognition of their launch, I issued a proclamation celebrating Stand For All Pittsburgh’s anti-hate and anti-bias work and highlighting United Against Hate Week, which will take place October 19–25.

PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 24d

Congratulations to Stand For All Pittsburgh on the successful launch of their organization. At a time when our country feels more divided than ever, groups like Stand For All help bring communities together and build a stronger, more inclusive Pittsburgh.

PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 25d

Meet in Shadyside on October 4th for fall drinks, cornhole, seasonal vendors, custom florals, and MORE!

Tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/shadyside-...

PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 26d

Construction of the Terrace and DeSoto Vision Zero Project has begun! 🚧

Residents can expect a week or two of low-impact construction work, impacting parking during construction. Full road closures are not expected.

Terrace and De Soto Vision Zero Project

A Vison Zero project has to redesign Terrace St and De Soto St from Robinson to O'Hara that will improve safety for all users.

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · 26d

"Councilperson Strassburger added, 'this legislation addresses concerns we have consistently heard from residents in recent years, and does so in a fair and thoughtful manner.'"

CM Wilson Introduces Zoning Legislation to Regulate Vape Shops

Councilman Bobby Wilson Introduces Zoning Update to Protect Youth from Vape Shop Targeting

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · Sep 12

The 2025 Garbage Olympics are TOMORROW, September 13th! There's still time to register: www.pghgo.org

PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · Sep 11

If you or someone you know was displaced by the Jefferson Apartments fire in Squirrel Hill, here are resources that can help with food, housing, financial assistance, and recovery.

PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · Sep 10

Are you looking for ways to help our neighbors displaced by yesterday's fire in Squirrel Hill?

Consider giving directly to:

✅ JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry: www.jfcspgh.org
✅ Jewish Assistance Fund: jafpgh.org
✅ American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania:
www.redcross.org/local/pennsy...

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · Sep 10

🚨 Speed tables are coming to Shady Avenue between 5th and Hastings! 🚨

Construction is expected to begin TODAY, September 10th, and last two days. There will be intermittent closures of Shady Avenue between Fifth and Hastings during construction.

Shady Avenue (5th Ave-Hastings St) Traffic Calming

Traffic calming measures coming to Shady Avenue between Fifth Avenue and Hastings Street.

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PGH District 8 @pghdistrict8.bsky.social · Sep 9

My office is closely following today's apartment fire in Squirrel Hill. I'm grateful that no one was injured and thankful to our first responders for their quick & courageous work.

Fire at Pittsburgh apartment 'under control' after hours long fight in Squirrel Hill

Fire crews are lined along Forward Avenue battling flames at an apartment complex in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood.