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America’s 250th anniversary: Fireworks, parades, and more in Pittsburgh region

America’s 250th anniversary: Fireworks, parades, and more in Pittsburgh region

4th of July 2026: Town-by-town list of fireworks displays in Pittsburgh area

Pittsburgh 4th of July lineup of events revealed

Newly unearthed artifacts at Ft. Ligonier help tell story of young George Washington, pivotal battle

Fort Pitt Museum commemorates America’s 250th birthday

Pittsburgh ice cream shop hands out complimentary sundaes ahead of Star-Spangled Sunday on NBC

Trump commemorates America 250 after storms force temporary evacuation of National Mall

Flag ceremony in Pittsburgh part of Old Glory’s patriotic pilgrimage

Pittsburgh Regional Transit unveils America250-inspired light rail vehicle

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Advocates, community leaders begin looking into replacing historic pool’s century-old parts

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