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.
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Free Drive-Up Diaper Distribution to be held in McKeesport
In support of local families experiencing financial hardship, humanitarian aid organization Global Links and Western PA Diaper Bank (WPDB), with support from the Jefferson Regional Foundation, will host a drive-up diaper distribution event on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 10 a.m. to noon at McKeesport Area Senior High School, 1960 Eden Park Blvd, McKeesport.Families and caregivers of young…
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El Chaqueño: Authentic Argentinean & Dominican Flavor in a Single Stop
Imagine the possibility of exploring the Caribbean and South America in a single trip! In Pittsburgh, El Chaqueño invites you to enjoy an exquisite fusion of Argentine and Dominican flavors that will surely captivate you. This exciting combination is the result of the effort and creativity of the team made up of Argentine Norberto Segovia…
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Navigating the Aftermath of a Car Accident in PA
Car accidents can disrupt lives in an instant, leaving individuals shaken and unsure of the next steps. If you’ve recently experienced an auto accident in Pennsylvania, it’s crucial to know what actions to take to protect yourself legally and physically. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the aftermath and ensure you’re prepared for…
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United Way offering free tax preparation until April 15
United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania’s Free Tax Prep Coalition is offering free in-person tax preparation and access to free online filing for individuals across the region.These services are available to residents in Allegheny, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland counties and are provided in partnership with nonprofit, education and community organizations.Services available at tax sites…
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Pittsburgh Christmas Tree Recycling Details
The City of Pittsburgh has eleven drop-off locations for live trees until January 26, 2024 for its Christmas Tree Recycling program. Last year, the city hosted twelve drop-off sites and collected more than 1,600 trees. The program encourages residents to drop off their trees to be recycled rather than delivered to a landfill, which happens when they are…
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Three incidents made me feel like an outsider in Pittsburgh — and drove me to make other Latinos feel included
October 6, 2023 – By Maria Manautou-Matos, Founder & President of Presente Pittsburgh Media for PublicSource.org as part of their series – First-Person Essay. More than 20 years ago when I came to Pittsburgh as a student, it was common to have people staring at me when I spoke Spanish. Outside the city and college campuses…
Best School Districts in the Pittsburgh Region
This article is from our Fall 2023 edition printed magazine.Determining the “best” school districts can be subjective and depends on several factors, including academic performance, extracurricular offerings, teacher quality, and community involvement. Here is a list of Pittsburgh area school districts recognized in the suburbs for their educational programs:Mt. Lebanon: Located south of Pittsburgh, the…
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Children experience early multicultural learning at Zelienople’s Mi Jardin Spanish Immersion
By Caelin Grambau, University of Pittsburgh English Writing & Spanish double majorJacneth Labarca was born and raised in Maracaibo,Venezuela, where she began her career in education and developed a “deep passion for teaching, as well as for learning.” During her time in Venezuela, Labarca worked for the Secretary of Education and she now has over 25…
Clementina’s Beautiful Creations
Clementina LLC’s soy candle creations are becoming a hit in Pittsburgh for their uniqueness and creative designs. Owner, Brenda Ko, is a Mexican artist originally from Nuevo Laredo, who developed a passion for art, and a fascination with detail and color when her children were young. During those years, she lovingly baked and painstakingly decorated…
Latino Icons: Roberto Clemente
REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF AN OUTSTANDING HUMAN BEINGRoberto Clemente, born August 18, 1934 in Carolina, Puerto Rico, is known not only for his exceptional baseball prowess, but also for his humanitarian spirit and commitment to social justice. From a young age, Clemente displayed remarkable talent for baseball, and his skills quickly caught the…
Changes at Insomnia: A New Menu and Music for All to Enjoy
A popular Brookline venue has recently been transformed to provide the best for Pittsburgh’s Latino public. Its owner Luis Berumen tells us about the changes in Insomnia to ensure diners can enjoy authentic dishes, drinks, and music from Hispanic countries all in one place – a difficult pursuit in Western PA.The menu has been renewed…
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Printed Bilingual Magazine Gives a Voice to Pittsburgh’s Latino Community
This fall Presente Pittsburgh Media proudly published the first printed issue of Pittsburgh Latino Magazine (PLM). The exciting addition to the city’s media landscape provides a new platform giving a voice to Latino experiences, culture, and perspectives.PLM Founder & President Maria Manautou-Matos shared “bilingual, culturally relevant news makes all the difference to the Latinos living…
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