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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Employees of the now-shuttered Starbucks in Bloomfield recently gathered for a rally to express rage and sorrow about the store’s closure. Founding worker member Steve Mellon shares what the closure means to the community as a center for union organizing: pittsburghprogress.com/bloomfield-s...

The graphic reads: Bloomfield Starbucks closure sparks union baristas' anger, mixed with sorrow and affection

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The Pressed Steel Car 1909 strike in McKees Rocks was the first time that foreign-born workers in Pittsburgh stepped to the forefront and demanded fair treatment. Contributor Mark Roth explains its history and lasting impact: pittsburghprogress.com/immigrants-p...

The graphic reads: Immigrants played major role in Pressed Steel Car 1909 strike. The McKees Rocks battle deserves its rightful place in labor and social history.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in a country where immigrants and Latinos are increasingly vilified is an act of resistance, according to Jessica Rios Viner. She explains in this essay why celebrating their contributions matters so much right now: pittsburghprogress.com/stand-up-for...

The graphic reads: Stand up for immigrant workers during Hispanic Heritage Month. Celebrating their heritage reminds everyone Latinos and Latinas belong here.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Pittsburgh Progress is now offering online advertising opportunities. If you’re looking to amplify your work or an event this fall, reserve your spot today. Contact advertising [at] pittsburghprogress.com to inquire about rates and special offers.

The graphic reads: NEW THIS FALL: Advertise with the Pittsburgh Progress. Discounts available for unions and cooperatives, along with other monthly incentives. Contact advertising@pittsburghprogress.com.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Since the 1980s, the Mon Valley Unemployed Committee has helped workers with unemployment claims. To boost cash flow and sustain full-time staff, it will hold a fundraiser from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sept. 17 at Spirit in Lawrenceville. Learn more about its work: pittsburghprogress.com/the-mon-vall...

The graphic reads: The Mon Valley Unemployed Committee wants to fix the state's 'broken' benefits system

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

“The Weight of Forgiveness,” a new play by Leon Ford, will be presented at 7 p.m. Sept. 16 at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. In this essay, he talks about his journey: pittsburghprogress.com/five-bullets...

The graphic reads: Five bullets, paralysis and the complicated act of forgiveness. In his new play, Leon Ford rejects the idea that we must choose between justice and reconciliation.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Cutting low-ridership routes and moving their resources to higher-ridership ones is key to PRT’s “Bus Line Refresh.” Should PRT’s board approve it, it will bring with it sweeping changes to Pittsburgh’s bus system. Learn more about the proposed changes: pittsburghprogress.com/prt-riders-r...

Graphic reads: PRT riders reckon with looming proposed bus route changes.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Paid parental leave is “common sense” to Bobbi Jean Ozanick, a stroke telemetry nurse at Allegheny General Hospital. She was among those who gathered at a rally on Labor Day to advocate for it. Here's what this law would mean for Allegheny County workers: pittsburghprogress.com/seiu-workers...

The graphic reads: SEIU workers, local officials call for paid parental leave at Labor Day rally.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Founding Worker Member Steve Mellon was in Downtown Pittsburgh to document the sights, sounds and union spirit of the city's annual Labor Day parade. We'll be sharing here throughout the day photos from the event. More coverage coming soon to PittsburghProgress.com.

The graphic reads: Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato and former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg were among those who turned out to participate in the parade.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The graphic reads: The parade marched through Downtown Pittsburgh on Monday as onlookers -- including four-legged ones -- took in the sights of solidarity.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The graphic reads: Scenes from Pittsburgh's 2026 Labor Day parade.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

For the Pittsburgh Progress, Labor Day isn’t just a federal holiday. What it stands for is at the roots of who and what we are. Join us Sept. 7 in Downtown Pittsburgh for the annual Labor Day parade. Learn more about the Pittsburgh Progress origin story: pittsburghprogress.com/new-media-co...

The graphic reads: The labor movement is at the root of the Pittsburgh Progress.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Union nurses and nurse practitioners attended a rally across from Allegheny General Hospital, a day before SEIU Pennsylvania kicked off contract negotiations with the multibillion-dollar health care network. Check out the Pittsburgh Progress to learn more: pittsburghprogress.com/agh-nurses-f...

AGH nurses emphasize need for safe staffing levels as union contract talks begin

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

With Labor Day around the corner, we're highlighting important moments and figures in the city’s union history – people like union organizer Fannie Sellins. Founding Worker Member Steve Mellon recounts the great price she paid for her tenacity and courage: pittsburghprogress.com/what-on-eart...

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In These Times @inthesetimes.com · 28/08/2026

“We don’t need permission from a rich person to do this work.” @maximillianalvarez.bsky.social speaks with former Pittsburgh Post-Gazette strikers who are now worker-owners of @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social, a cooperative newsroom covering the communities corporate media leaves behind.

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Former Strikers Start Cooperative News Organization

Following firings from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, workers and community members came together to create the Pittsburgh Progress.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

What does Western Pennsylvania high school football mean to you? It all kicks off again on Aug. 28. To get ready, check out contributor Steve Rotstein’s comprehensive preview: pittsburghprogress.com/gridiron-tou...

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The crisis nursery Jeremiah’s Place opened its Hilltop location this summer. Contributor Joyce Gannon has more details on ways it plans to serve the community: pittsburghprogress.com/safety-net-w...

The graphic reads: "Safety net widens for families in Hilltop area as Jeremiah's Place opens crisis nursery in Knoxville."

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Council’s new thrift store opened Aug. 17 in West Mifflin. Contributor Joyce Gannon shares how the society plans to serve the community through its latest retail location: pittsburghprogress.com/st-vincent-d...

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Pittsburgh residents: Did you attend Little Italy Days? While the event draws around 100,000 people each year, locals are mixed about the direction it should take in the future. What do you think? Read the story by founding community member Amanda Reed: pittsburghprogress.com/little-italy...

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Where is Donta Green? The revered Westinghouse football coach is hard at work with his athletes gearing up for their season-opening scrimmage against Erie at 8 p.m. Aug. 22. Steve Rotstein shares how in his team preview: pittsburghprogress.com/westinghouse...

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The Pittsburgh Progress is in the news! Thanks @pghcitypaper.com for the coverage of our local news cooperative.

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Columbia Journalism Review @columjournreview.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The founders of the Pittsburgh Progress want to inject their community-centric publication with a spirit of labor solidarity, writes @riddhisetty.bsky.social. www.cjr.org/on_the_job/s...

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The founders of the Pittsburgh Progress want to inject their community-centric publication with a spirit of labor solidarity.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Who says community has to center around alcohol? The Nightshade Lounge in Dormont is the newest queer-owned sober establishment, part of a growing wave of alcohol-free gathering spaces across Pittsburgh. LEARN MORE: pittsburghprogress.com/queer-owned-...

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Iron City FC is on a mission to make a positive impact – in Pittsburgh and beyond. Learn more about what’s new for the soccer club and its founder in this story from Founding Worker Member Rob Joesbury: pittsburghprogress.com/iron-city-fo...

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

What are the struggles that unite the working class, then and now? Find out in "American Made: Stories of Work from the WPA,” a curated selection of Federal Writers’ Project interviews. Check out the review by @merylscreech.bsky.social & editor Q&A: pittsburghprogress.com/review-ameri...

Graphic reads: Book Review: 'American Made: Stories of Work from the WPA' connects U.S. readers to our working-class truth.

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Local news works best when it's accountable to the people it serves. That's why the Pittsburgh Progress is proud to be Pittsburgh's first modern-era daily news cooperative. Readers can become members, too. Learn more & sign up today: actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...

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Natalie @nataweed.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

It’s always great to be on Max’s show and it was especially so to be on with Steve Mellon to talk about what we’ve been working on for months! Follow @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social for updates and check out our website (where one of stories is written by me!)

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

UPMC Magee-Women’s Hospital nurses are demanding that UPMC follow staffing standards by the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses. Read more to learn how their contract battle not only impacts staff but also the families they support: pittsburghprogress.com/union-nurses...

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Union nurses, lactation consultants at Magee struggle with staffing shortages amid contract battle with UPMC

Delivering a baby can go as well as possible, said Liana Montes, and yet it can still be traumatic for someone giving birth. That’s why the labor and delivery nurse at UPMC Magee-Women’s Hospital sai...

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The Real News Network @therealnews.com · 30/07/2026

Former @post-gazette.com workers went on strike for 3+ years and won. Then, the owners sold the paper and most strikers lost their jobs. Now, they’ve launched @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social “owned and democratically run by its workers and members.” therealnews.com/worker-owned...

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Corporate profiteers destroyed journalism. Worker-owned media can save it.

Former Pittsburgh Post-Gazette workers went on strike for over three years and won. Then, the owners sold the paper and most strikers lost their jobs. Now, they’ve launched “a cooperative news organiz...

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Belt Publishing @beltpublishing.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

A wonderful new review by @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social! “Visible at the core of this collection is the importance of building relationships, trust and shared responsibility with the people in our communities who might experience life differently than we do.” Book info: tinyurl.com/mw99v842

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Review: 'American Made: Stories of Work from the WPA' connects U.S. readers to our working-class truth

Plus: Read a Q&A with Belt Publishing founder Anne Trubek

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Erin Hébert @merylscreech.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

My dear colleague, fellow striker, and purged Pittsburgh Post-Gazette journalist Steve Mellon tells the story of how we got started and decided to build @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social. Please give it a read and consider supporting our efforts by sharing and signing up to learn more!

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Ron Gaydos @rondeegee.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Working people’s news, regional matters, sports, sports with heart, and even book reviews. Check out the Pittsburgh Progress!

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Billionaires are dominating the media, but we don't have to live like this! The Pittsburgh Progress aims to change that. Our people-first news organization was forged by a team of union journalists and community members. Learn more & how you can join us: pittsburghprogress.com/new-media-co...

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This new media cooperative invites the community to join us on our journey of creation

Welcome to the Pittsburgh Progress, a news organization forged by a team of union journalists and community members. That’s us. We own this thing. It’s a cooperative. You can be an owner, too. You sho...

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Introducing: the Pittsburgh Progress Preview what we’re all about with a sampling of stories and ways you can get involved, now live on our website. Visit our website to sign up for updates and learn about subscription and membership options: pittsburghprogress.com Hard launch coming fall 2026!

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

With your support, we’re ready to build something new, together. Coming July 27: preview the Pittsburgh Progress. Sign up for updates: pittsburghprogress.com

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

We learned during our strike & community town halls that: ✒️ many working people feel like they’ve been failed by traditional media ✒️ there is an opportunity to build something better for Pittsburgh We agree. ♥️ Coming July 27: preview the Pittsburgh Progress. SEE UPDATES: pittsburghprogress.com

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Pittsburgh Progress @pittsburghprogress.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

You fought alongside us during our three-year newsroom strike. You believed in us – and trusted us to tell your stories then. Now we’ve created, with community support, a new way to share your stories. Coming July 27: Preview the Pittsburgh Progress Sign up for updates: pittsburghprogress.com

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