May 20, 2016: “Experience all things Wilkinsburg this weekend at “Link on Penn,” a community event celebrating local businesses and organizations in the Pittsburgh suburb.
Tim Murdoch, Steering Committee member for Leadership Development Initiative says this partnership with the Wilkinsburg community was inspired by the positivity and good news arising from the neighborhood.
“We’re looking to challenge perceptions of some outlying communities as well,” Murdoch said. “So we’re inviting everyone from the city to come in and see everything great going on in Wilkinsburg.”
Marita Garrett, Wilkinsburg Council Vice President said the event stemmed from the “PopUp! Pittsburgh” initiative as well as the success of events like the Wilkingburg Vacant Home Tour.” Read more & listen to the interview on 90.5 WESA..