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Remembering Ms. Loretta, “the Bible of Lawrenceville”

ByDavid Breingan

We’re sad to share that Loretta Millender, who was known as the “Bible of Lawrenceville,” passed away Tuesday 12/6/22 at home after battling cancer for many months. A longtime Lawrenceville resident who helped found Lawrenceville United in 2001 and stayed involved through our 20+ years as an organization, Ms. Loretta was a true community builder:…

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Group Tour of Arsenal Elementary

ByDavid Breingan

Arsenal Elementary will be hosting a group tour on Friday, February 28th from 10-11 AM. The tour will include an information session with the acting principal, a tour of the National Historic Landmark building, a chance to see a kindergarten class in session, and a Q&A with kindergarten teachers. Space is limited, so please RSVP…

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Update on Burglary Uptick

ByDavid Breingan

Lawrenceville has seen a recent uptick in burglaries of both residences and businesses from April 2018 to present, particularly concentrated in Lower Lawrenceville and along Butler Street.   Police seeking help identifying suspects Camera footage of suspects has been collected (see below) and residents are encouraged to call 911 with any information on the identity of…

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2019 Pittsburgh Garbage Olympics

ByHelen

          Help Lawrenceville take home the prize at this year’s Garbage Olympics! On September 21st, meet our team in the parking lot of Goodwill Indistries (118 52nd Street Pgh PA 15201) from 9am – 11am for a morning of cleaning up our neighborhood. LU will provide gloves, trash bags, and other tools to ensure we gather as much…

Amazon & Community Organizing
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Amazon & Community Organizing

ByDavid Breingan

Please join Lawrenceville United and Lawrenceville Corporation on Thursday 9/23 at 6:30 PM as we continue to organize with the Lawrenceville community (and beyond) in response to Amazon’s plans to open a last-mile distribution center at the former Sears Outlet site (27 51st Street). This virtual meeting will include a conversation with representatives from the…