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Maurice Simon (left) meeting with the legendary Bruno Sammartino in June 1970. (Photo courtesy of Rauh Jewish Archives at the Heinz History Center)
June 20, 2022, 9:45 pm
Muscling into history
As a baby, Maurice Simon made a mark on local history. And then, 15 years later, he made another, even bigger mark.
By Eric Lidji
Dr. Cyril Wecht. Photo courtesy of Dr. Cyril Wecht
January 3, 2022, 2:34 pm
Cyril Wecht continues to challenge Warren Commission in new book
'The JFK Assassination Dissected: An Analysis by Forensic Pathologist Cyril Wecht' functions as report on the president’s assassination and catalog of Wecht’s travels.
By Adam Reinherz
These will not be part of a vegan seder.
April 11, 2019, 12:49 pm
Vegan Passover is a recipe for chia seeds and discussion
Seders can allow us to be more conscious of our food choices.
By Adam Reinherz
Photo by Clay McBride.
April 11, 2019, 12:35 pm
Comedian Lewis Black coming to Pittsburgh
Cantankerous comic satirizes life but says certain topics speak for themselves.
By Adam Reinherz
Sarah Hollis performs as Zoe in “An Octoroon” at Pittsburgh’s Kinetic Theatre. (Photo by Jenn Spain)
February 15, 2019, 10:51 am
Black Jewish actress plays title role in Kinetic Theatre’s ‘Octoroon’
Play uses a historical lens to satirize and comment on issues of race and class in modern culture
By Toby Tabachnick
Doni Zasloff and husband Eric Lindberg Photo courtesy of Nefesh Mountain
January 16, 2019, 2:48 pm
Nefesh Mountain brings uplifting message to Pittsburgh
Bluegrass band delivers sweet sound in the Steel City.
By Adam Reinherz
Ryan Lavarnway’s time with Team Israel in the 2017 World Baseball Classic and late season play for the 2018 Pirates has inspired legions of fans. (Photos courtesy of Pittsburgh Pirates)
October 18, 2018, 3:23 pm
Ryan Lavarnway looks out from behind home plate
Given his commitment to the game, his fans and faith, Pittsburgh Pirates player is true mensch on the bench.
By Adam Reinherz
Jason Michael Evans. (Photo courtesy of Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.)
October 12, 2018, 12:40 pm
Former choir boy embraces role of villain in ‘Anastasia’
Touring production of Broadway's 'Anastasia' will be a 'spectacle,' says actor Jason Michael Evans.
By Toby Tabachnick
Art from the CHUTZ-POW! comic book series. (Art courtesy of Marcel Walker)
February 8, 2018, 3:30 pm
Art exhibits illustrate comic books featuring Holocaust superheroes
The three-part series, constructed by the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh, focuses on the art of resistance, local stories and child survivors.
By Adam Reinherz
Scott Rogowsky on the set of the 2013 ABC show “Would You Fall for That?” (Photo by Heidi Gutman/ABC via Getty Images)
February 8, 2018, 12:48 pm
A trivial pursuit: The Chronicle plays HQ
Spoiler alert: We didn't know the name of the metal at the end of a pencil (ironic, we know.) But that isn't what got us out.
By Toby Tabachnick
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