Scientists at the Kaiser Permanente Research Institute in Seattle, Washington applied the world’s first experimental vaccine for Coronavirus.
It is the first phase of a study for a possible vaccine against the virus that causes COVID-19 which is wreaking havoc worldwide.
A total of 45 healthy volunteers will receive the vaccine – two doses with a month in between. This is the first step to find out if the vaccines are safe and effective, and possibly make way for possible global distribution.
To date, the pandemic has infected more than 169,000 people and killed more than 6,500 worldwide.
HOLA AMIGOS! Have questions or comments for PRESENTE? Send them to admin@presentepgh.com.
Allegheny County Hit by Data Breach
By Caelin Grambau, University of Pittsburgh English Writing & Spanish double majorAllegheny County recently released information regarding a data breach through MOVEit, a file transfer tool used by the county to send and receive data.The breach occurred between May 28 and 29, 2023, and the County became aware of a vulnerability in the hacked software on…
Plum house explosion: Multiple residents and houses affected
At approximately 10:23 AM, County 9-1-1 received a call from the Rustic Ridge Drive and Brookside Drive in Plum Borough reporting a house explosion with multiple injuries and several houses on fire.First responders from the police and fire department arrived on scene and reported that there were people trapped under debris and that it appeared…
Continue Reading Plum house explosion: Multiple residents and houses affected
LCC to Host “Vamos a Guatemala” Fundraiser
By Caelin Grambau, University of Pittsburgh English Writing & Spanish double majorOn Saturday, October 7, 2023 the Latino Community Center will host their annual fundraising event. This year’s fundraiser will sweep guests away to enjoy Guatemalan food, drinks, art, and music right here in Pittsburgh. All proceeds from the event will go towards supporting important programs…
The South Hills is experiencing a Latino-owned business boom
Written by Jamie Wiggan of Pittsburgh City Paper and contributions by Maria Manautou-Matos of Presente Pittsburgh Latino Magazine.Pittsburgh became an unexpected refuge for Ivan Cordoba and Maria Paparoni when they had to flee their native Venezuela in 2017.Working respectively as an attorney and a judge, the couple enjoyed a comfortable life with their young daughter…
Continue Reading The South Hills is experiencing a Latino-owned business boom
I-95 Bridge Collapse
By Caelin Grambau, University of Pittsburgh English Writing & Spanish double majorJune 23 UPDATEGovernor Josh Shapiro and PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll officially reopened six lanes of traffic on I-95 after the deadly fire and collapse of the roadway. The roadway was filled with a specially designed, Pa-made recycled glass aggregate and traffic is now flowing in…
Fox Chapel Students Create Bond Fund for Pittsburgh’s Latino Immigrants
By Caelin Grambau, University of Pittsburgh English Writing & Spanish double majorMassimo Lagazzi is a junior year student at Fox Chapel Area High School. He is also the founder of the school’s Latinx Heritage Club, a place where students of Latino background can come together to learn, share and spread the “rich and diverse cultures of…
Continue Reading Fox Chapel Students Create Bond Fund for Pittsburgh’s Latino Immigrants
Casa San Jose Celebrates 10th Fiesta del Sol
Casa San Jose is once again preparing for their annual fundraiser, Fiesta del Sol! This year’s celebration will mark Casa San Jose’s 10th anniversary. The fundraising event will take place on June 15th, 2023, at The Circuit Center Ballroom in Pittsburgh’s South Side neighborhood. Latin American food will be served, and Pittsburgh-based Latin band Karibe…
Continue Reading Casa San Jose Celebrates 10th Fiesta del Sol
LCC to Host College Prep Event with CCAC
By Caelin Grambau, University of Pittsburgh English Writing & Spanish double majorThe Latino Community Center is hosting an education workshop for Latino and Latinx students and their parents this Saturday, May 13, 2023. The workshop is being hosted in collaboration with Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) to help high school students start preparing for their…
LCLAA May Day Rally and March
Join the Pittsburgh May Day rally and march on May 1 for this year’s celebration to honor immigrant workers and demand all workers’ voices be heard.Monday, May 1, 20235:30 PM 7:30 PMUnited Steelworkers Headquarters
Free Activities Announced for Annual EQT Children’s Theater Festival
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust recently announced the featured performances for the 2023 EQT Children’s Theater Festival taking place in the Cultural District May 19 – 21. In between featured Festival events, families can enjoy pre-show and post-show lobby activities, pop-up performances by musicians, magicians, storytellers, and street artists, visit one of many arts and crafts…
Continue Reading Free Activities Announced for Annual EQT Children’s Theater Festival
PHDC Celebrates Latina Entrepreneurs on Women’s Day
The Pittsburgh Hispanic Development Corporation (PHDC) held a breakfast gathering for local Latinas in honor of International Women’s Day. Conducted in Spanish, the event paid tribute and highlighted the work of Latina entrepreneurs building and developing their businesses in Pittsburgh.Nearly 25 women attended representing various countries and industries including snack foods, construction, restaurants, and media.…
Continue Reading PHDC Celebrates Latina Entrepreneurs on Women’s Day
PA Dept of Education’s Proposed Grant Application under Part B of IDEA for FFY 2023
Public comment is invited regarding the PA Department of Education’s (PDE) proposed grant application under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-B) for FFY 2023.The annual grant application provides, in part, assurances that the State’s policies and procedures in effect are consistent with the federal requirements to ensure that a free appropriate…
Continue Reading PA Dept of Education’s Proposed Grant Application under Part B of IDEA for FFY 2023
