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Historic Preservation Highlight, Plaster Edition
Plasterwork, the Masterful Craftsmanship of Harry Stites Visitors to the soon to be unveiled Wilkinsburg Train Station are encouraged to take a focused, lingering look upward as they enter the central...
View ArticleInside the Wilkinsburg Train Station
Take a Sneak Peak with us Inside the Wilkinsburg Train Station This year, Wilkinsburg residents, and the Pittsburgh region at large, will finally reclaim a unique and irreplaceable landmark—an...
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Wilkinsburg CDC Receives $400k To Help Empower Residents To Fight Back...
The Wilkinsburg Community Development Corporation (WCDC) is pleased to announce that it has secured $400,000 in PA Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement Funds (PHARE) from the PA Housing...
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WCDC Announces 2023 Youth Initiative Mini-Grant Recipients
The WCDC has announced the recipients of its 2023 Youth Initiative Mini-Grant Program, which provides grants of up to $3,000 to local organizations that support the academic and civic endeavors of...
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Business Development Cohort Celebrates Eighth Set of Graduates
Photo Credit: Gail Manker After eight weeks of training and coursework, graduation day finally arrived for participants of the Wilkinsburg Community Development Corporation’s Core Four Workshop...
View ArticleWE’RE HIRING: Finance & Accounting Intern
The Finance & Accounting Intern will support the mission of the WCDC by assisting with invoice and expense reporting, budgeting, and other administrative tasks, as needed. This role is a part-time,...
View ArticleCommunity Canvas: WCDC’s Art All Over Campaign Launches Third Season
Art All Over, the WCDC campaign dedicated to showcasing local artists and makers, kicked off its third season on Saturday, September 16 with an opening reception at the Lohr Gallery. Since Art All...
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2023 Dream City Magic Gala Photos
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View ArticleSmall Business Spotlight: KSC Cleaning
September is a significant month for Karen Denton, CEO of KSC Commercial Cleaning Service, headquartered on South Avenue in Wilkinsburg. The 1st commemorates when she started her business, the 7th...
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Wilkinsburg Community Leadership Dinner
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Wilkinsburg Business Spotlight: Vickey’s Soul Grill
The Pittsburgh region isn’t known for its Southern-style cooking, but Vickey Giddens of Vickey’s Soul Grill is going to change that. “My family is from Crystal Springs, Mississippi, and my father was a...
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Local Artist Spotlight: Jasmine Greene
The WCDC and Casey Droege Cultural Productions presents an art exhibit by local artist, Jasmine Green. Jasmine Green is a Black visual artist born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. She is self-taught and...
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Local Business Spotlight: Save A Lot
Local Business Spotlight: Save A Lot WCDC’s Director of Business Development, Gordon Manker, visited the newly renovated Save A Lot supermarket located in Wilkinsburg (725 Ross Ave, Pittsburgh, PA...
View ArticleWilkinsburg Historical Society Archives – February 2024
The February issue of Wilkinsburg Historical Society Archives is now out! Click the link below to dive into the rich history of Wilkinsburg. Wilkinsburg Historical Society Archives – February...
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WCDC’s Youth Mini-Grants Accepting Applications
WCDC’s Youth Mini-Grants Accepting Applications Each spring, Wilkinsburg Community Development Corporation (WCDC) hosts its annual Youth Mini-Grant Program to provide funds to local organizations that...
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Wilkinsburg Property Tour
Wilkinsburg Property Tour Join us on Saturday, April 20th from 11:30AM to 1:30PM for a walking tour of Wilkinsburg. During this tour we will show you some of the beautifully renovated commercial...
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Empowering Wilkinsburg’s Youth: A Story of Community, Collaboration, and...
Empowering Wilkinsburg’s Youth: A Story of Community, Collaboration, and Transformation In the heart of Wilkinsburg stands Ethnan Temple, a vital hub for community engagement and youth empowerment in...
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Strong Neighborhoods Resource Fair
Join Us at the Strong Neighborhoods Resource Fair Date: April 20, 2024 Time: 11:00AM – 2:00PM Location: Wilkinsburg Train Station Event Overview: Are you looking for community and housing resources in...
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WCDC Announces 2024 Youth Initiative Mini-Grant Recipients
The WCDC has announced the recipients of its 2024 Youth Initiative Mini-Grant Program, which provides grants of up to $3,000 to local organizations that support the academic and civic endeavors of...
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Fathers Day Gift Guide: Wilkinsburg Edition
Looking to find the perfect gift to give dad this Fathers Day? We’ve got you covered! From unique gifts to heartfelt tokens of appreciation, Wilkinsburg’s local shops have everything you need to...
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