Joe Glassbrenner is an IBEW Local 5 union electrician, a husband to Taylor, and father of Gabriel, Leo and Felix. He is a lifelong resident of the Brighton Heights neighborhood of Pittsburgh and is the current president of the Brighton Heights Citizens Federation. Most importantly, he brought the first “free fridge” — a refrigerator to provide fresh food to community members who need a little help … Read more
Here we go! Just why this blog was started… posting people embarrassing the rest of us Pittsburghers! We meet Victor and Carey in the middle of a grass-clippings throwing match: The criminal complaint reports both men are accused of throwing grass at each other. Delmar told police that Gregorini threw some grass at him with … Read more
Ok..this COULD get long and drawn out but here’s a quick summary before we get to our point. Some businesses and residents of the South Side have seen very positive results from the area’s re-tooling efforts over the past 15-20 years. They would like that “growing, vibrant neighborhood” process to continue and, given the City of Pittsburgh’s current financial stresses, … Read more
Only in Pittsburgh could you log into your bank account and be greeted with:“Nice to see you again, YaJagoff!” Pittsburgh is a friendly place… as folks always say.. “It’s the people.” The grocery cashier lady calls ya “hon,” neighbors shovel your sidewalk, they honor your parking chair work and.. when the see ya after they … Read more
The YaJagoff Podcast Porch Tour presented by Peoples Gas is back for it’s 8th year! Once again, the podcast series will benefit Zachary’s Mission, a non-profit dedicated to helping families with children in the hospital for extended stays. Four chosen homeowners will host the jagoffs on their porch for a podcast episode, complete with games, … Read more
