The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium has launched a feasibility study for a stand‑alone "Pennsylvania Aquarium" on the North Shore; an economic impact study and coalition are underway. No timeline or final site has been set.

A Squirrel Hill yearling was seen with a plastic jack‑o'-lantern over its head; neighbors say it hasn't eaten in days and are pressing wildlife officials to act.

The historic Oliver Bath House reopens March 7 with a public celebration. The South Side pool returns after years of renovation.

Humane Animal Rescue’s Wildlife Center has paused new waterfowl intakes and put fox and raccoon admissions on hold after local avian influenza detections. Officials urge callers to use HARP’s wildlife helpline or contact the Pennsylvania Game Commission for waterfowl assistance.

Pittsburgh upgrades Schenley Park Disc Golf Course with new baskets and signage, following a collaborative project funded by various local departments and organizations.

Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium now houses Humboldt penguins and injured brown pelicans in its former sea lion pool, enriching its species diversity and promoting conservation.

Raccoon Creek State Park's beach is closed to swimming due to high E. coli levels, but remains open for other activities. The source of pollution is not disclosed, but regular testing continues as visitors await reopening.

An anonymous $10 million donation to the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium will fund a new giraffe barn and start the design of the Exhibition Indonesia, enhancing visitor experience and conservation efforts.

Hempfield Township plans to open a new park with recreational amenities as part of a municipal complex by September. The $15M project includes a splash pad and is part of a larger vision with more phases to come.

The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium has introduced Hondo, an 8-year-old male African lion from Idaho Falls Zoo, hoping for a smooth integration with the resident lionesses.

Point State Park's fountain in Pittsburgh will not operate this summer due to a revitalization project. Upgrades include new lighting and infrastructure enhancements in preparation for major events in 2026.

Pittsburgh's Allegheny Commons Park is now a Level I Arboretum, joining three others in the city and coinciding with the 20th year as a Tree City USA.

The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium is launching "Ice Age: Frozen in Time," a new exhibit with animated prehistoric animals, from April 14 to September 1, 2025.