PGH District 8
@pghdistrict8.bsky.social
Official Bluesky page for the Office of Councilperson Erika Strassburger, serving Pittsburgh's Oakland, Shadyside, and Squirrel Hill neighborhoods.
https://www.pittsburghpa.gov/City-Government/City-Council/Districts/Erika-Strassburger-District-8
https://www.pittsburghpa.gov/City-Government/City-Council/Districts/Erika-Strassburger-District-8
Happy Thanksgiving, Pittsburgh! The District 8 office will be closed today and tomorrow, November 27th and 28th.
November 27, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Happy Thanksgiving, Pittsburgh! The District 8 office will be closed today and tomorrow, November 27th and 28th.
Thank you to our Pittsburgh Fire Fighters for handing out hundreds of coats at this year's Coats for Kids distribution event!
November 10, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Thank you to our Pittsburgh Fire Fighters for handing out hundreds of coats at this year's Coats for Kids distribution event!
In observance of Veterans Day, the District 8 office will be closed TOMORROW, November 11th.
November 10, 2025 at 5:35 PM
In observance of Veterans Day, the District 8 office will be closed TOMORROW, November 11th.
November 4, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Pittsburgh Public Schools Board Director, Yael Silk, will be holding office hours on November 1st and 2nd at the Commonplace Coffee in Squirrel Hill.
Registration is required: tinyurl.com/PPSOfficeHours
Registration is required: tinyurl.com/PPSOfficeHours
October 29, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Pittsburgh Public Schools Board Director, Yael Silk, will be holding office hours on November 1st and 2nd at the Commonplace Coffee in Squirrel Hill.
Registration is required: tinyurl.com/PPSOfficeHours
Registration is required: tinyurl.com/PPSOfficeHours
On the seventh commemoration of the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting, we mourn the eleven lives taken from us and stand with the families, survivors, and members of Tree of Life, Dor Hadash, and New Light.
October 27, 2025 at 2:34 PM
On the seventh commemoration of the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting, we mourn the eleven lives taken from us and stand with the families, survivors, and members of Tree of Life, Dor Hadash, and New Light.
Happy #UnitedAgainstHateWeek!
Looking for ways to get involved? Find events in and around Pittsburgh here: www.unitedagainsthateweek.org/events-calen...
Looking for ways to get involved? Find events in and around Pittsburgh here: www.unitedagainsthateweek.org/events-calen...
October 21, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Happy #UnitedAgainstHateWeek!
Looking for ways to get involved? Find events in and around Pittsburgh here: www.unitedagainsthateweek.org/events-calen...
Looking for ways to get involved? Find events in and around Pittsburgh here: www.unitedagainsthateweek.org/events-calen...
🚨 The traffic signal at Amberson and Ellsworth is currently down. Temporary stop signs have been placed at the intersection and a replacement signal is in the works.🚨
October 8, 2025 at 5:25 PM
🚨 The traffic signal at Amberson and Ellsworth is currently down. Temporary stop signs have been placed at the intersection and a replacement signal is in the works.🚨
The District 8 office wishes all our Jewish neighbors a meaningful Yom Kippur and an easy fast!
October 1, 2025 at 3:06 PM
The District 8 office wishes all our Jewish neighbors a meaningful Yom Kippur and an easy fast!
Traffic calming is coming to the intersection of Forbes and Denniston! 🚧
Learn more here: engage.pittsburghpa.gov/denniston-st...
Learn more here: engage.pittsburghpa.gov/denniston-st...
September 30, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Traffic calming is coming to the intersection of Forbes and Denniston! 🚧
Learn more here: engage.pittsburghpa.gov/denniston-st...
Learn more here: engage.pittsburghpa.gov/denniston-st...
25 years of Allegheny CleanWays! I was thrilled to issue a proclamation honoring their dedication over the last quarter-century to an Allegheny County free from litter and illegal dumping. Thank you for all you do to keep our City and County clean, beautiful, and safe. 🧡
September 26, 2025 at 2:35 PM
25 years of Allegheny CleanWays! I was thrilled to issue a proclamation honoring their dedication over the last quarter-century to an Allegheny County free from litter and illegal dumping. Thank you for all you do to keep our City and County clean, beautiful, and safe. 🧡
A new traffic signal has been installed at the intersection of Bayard and North Neville!
The signal includes:
✅ Pedestrian countdowns and audible pushbuttons
✅ Dark-skies compliant lighting
✅ Leading Pedestrian Intervals
✅ Updated signage
✅ Pavement markings to calm traffic
The signal includes:
✅ Pedestrian countdowns and audible pushbuttons
✅ Dark-skies compliant lighting
✅ Leading Pedestrian Intervals
✅ Updated signage
✅ Pavement markings to calm traffic
September 23, 2025 at 7:20 PM
A new traffic signal has been installed at the intersection of Bayard and North Neville!
The signal includes:
✅ Pedestrian countdowns and audible pushbuttons
✅ Dark-skies compliant lighting
✅ Leading Pedestrian Intervals
✅ Updated signage
✅ Pavement markings to calm traffic
The signal includes:
✅ Pedestrian countdowns and audible pushbuttons
✅ Dark-skies compliant lighting
✅ Leading Pedestrian Intervals
✅ Updated signage
✅ Pavement markings to calm traffic
Happy Rosh Hashanah to all our Jewish neighbors! May your new year be filled with health and happiness.
Shanah Tovah!
Shanah Tovah!
September 23, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Happy Rosh Hashanah to all our Jewish neighbors! May your new year be filled with health and happiness.
Shanah Tovah!
Shanah Tovah!
The Week Without Driving is 10 days away! Take the Pledge and join me to advocate for better mobility options for non-drivers in Allegheny County.
Learn more here: weekwithoutdrivingpgh.org
Learn more here: weekwithoutdrivingpgh.org
September 19, 2025 at 5:29 PM
The Week Without Driving is 10 days away! Take the Pledge and join me to advocate for better mobility options for non-drivers in Allegheny County.
Learn more here: weekwithoutdrivingpgh.org
Learn more here: weekwithoutdrivingpgh.org
Congratulations to Stand For All Pittsburgh on the successful launch of their organization. At a time when our country feels more divided than ever, groups like Stand For All help bring communities together and build a stronger, more inclusive Pittsburgh.
September 17, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Congratulations to Stand For All Pittsburgh on the successful launch of their organization. At a time when our country feels more divided than ever, groups like Stand For All help bring communities together and build a stronger, more inclusive Pittsburgh.
Meet in Shadyside on October 4th for fall drinks, cornhole, seasonal vendors, custom florals, and MORE!
Tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/shadyside-...
Tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/shadyside-...
September 17, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Meet in Shadyside on October 4th for fall drinks, cornhole, seasonal vendors, custom florals, and MORE!
Tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/shadyside-...
Tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/shadyside-...
The 2025 Garbage Olympics are TOMORROW, September 13th! There's still time to register: www.pghgo.org
September 12, 2025 at 4:16 PM
The 2025 Garbage Olympics are TOMORROW, September 13th! There's still time to register: www.pghgo.org
If you or someone you know was displaced by the Jefferson Apartments fire in Squirrel Hill, here are resources that can help with food, housing, financial assistance, and recovery.
September 11, 2025 at 4:10 PM
If you or someone you know was displaced by the Jefferson Apartments fire in Squirrel Hill, here are resources that can help with food, housing, financial assistance, and recovery.
Are you looking for ways to help our neighbors displaced by yesterday's fire in Squirrel Hill?
Consider giving directly to:
✅ JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry: www.jfcspgh.org
✅ Jewish Assistance Fund: jafpgh.org
✅ American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania:
www.redcross.org/local/pennsy...
Consider giving directly to:
✅ JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry: www.jfcspgh.org
✅ Jewish Assistance Fund: jafpgh.org
✅ American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania:
www.redcross.org/local/pennsy...
September 10, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Are you looking for ways to help our neighbors displaced by yesterday's fire in Squirrel Hill?
Consider giving directly to:
✅ JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry: www.jfcspgh.org
✅ Jewish Assistance Fund: jafpgh.org
✅ American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania:
www.redcross.org/local/pennsy...
Consider giving directly to:
✅ JFCS Squirrel Hill Food Pantry: www.jfcspgh.org
✅ Jewish Assistance Fund: jafpgh.org
✅ American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania:
www.redcross.org/local/pennsy...
The District 8 office will be closed Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day.
August 29, 2025 at 4:07 PM
The District 8 office will be closed Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day.
Congratulations to the nurses at Magee-Womens Hospital! By voting to unionize, they’re standing up not just for themselves, but for every patient and family who relies on their care. Pittsburgh is lucky to have them. 💙
August 27, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Congratulations to the nurses at Magee-Womens Hospital! By voting to unionize, they’re standing up not just for themselves, but for every patient and family who relies on their care. Pittsburgh is lucky to have them. 💙
The All Together Now! Music Festival is THIS weekend! Proceeds from the festival will go to the Collaborative for Immigrant Impact to ensure our immigrant neighbors have the opportunity to thrive.
Learn more and get your tickets here: alltogetherpgh.com
Learn more and get your tickets here: alltogetherpgh.com
August 8, 2025 at 2:42 PM
The All Together Now! Music Festival is THIS weekend! Proceeds from the festival will go to the Collaborative for Immigrant Impact to ensure our immigrant neighbors have the opportunity to thrive.
Learn more and get your tickets here: alltogetherpgh.com
Learn more and get your tickets here: alltogetherpgh.com
On Sunday, August 10th, from 12 PM- 5 PM, stop by the Carnegie Library in Oakland for a family-friendly outdoor festival!
August 6, 2025 at 6:16 PM
On Sunday, August 10th, from 12 PM- 5 PM, stop by the Carnegie Library in Oakland for a family-friendly outdoor festival!
Tomorrow, July 23rd at 2:30 PM, Council will be hosting a Post-Agenda hearing regarding the City's emergency response and readiness following the April 29 severe weather event.
Watch live on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CityChannel...
Watch live on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CityChannel...
July 22, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Tomorrow, July 23rd at 2:30 PM, Council will be hosting a Post-Agenda hearing regarding the City's emergency response and readiness following the April 29 severe weather event.
Watch live on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CityChannel...
Watch live on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CityChannel...
The Annual Shadyside Sidewalk Sale returns next Wednesday, July 30th and runs through Sunday, August 3.
On Saturday, August 2, visit 9+ stops along Walnut Street for delicious Spritz beverages while shopping the Annual Sale!
Tickets are available here: www.eventbrite.com/e/shadyside-...
On Saturday, August 2, visit 9+ stops along Walnut Street for delicious Spritz beverages while shopping the Annual Sale!
Tickets are available here: www.eventbrite.com/e/shadyside-...
July 22, 2025 at 2:58 PM
The Annual Shadyside Sidewalk Sale returns next Wednesday, July 30th and runs through Sunday, August 3.
On Saturday, August 2, visit 9+ stops along Walnut Street for delicious Spritz beverages while shopping the Annual Sale!
Tickets are available here: www.eventbrite.com/e/shadyside-...
On Saturday, August 2, visit 9+ stops along Walnut Street for delicious Spritz beverages while shopping the Annual Sale!
Tickets are available here: www.eventbrite.com/e/shadyside-...