Some of the nation’s most well-known publications are singing the praises of the Pittsburgh region regarding our diverse economy, thriving cultural scene, steady housing market and more.

• Pittsburgh Forges Ahead, USA Today, July 17, 2008 – Telling the terrific tale of our region’s economic transformation, and includes a section, “All Roads Lead to Pittsburgh this Year,” detailing the key components of the region’s 250th anniversary celebration.

• 36 Hours in Pittsburgh, The New York Times, July 6, 2008 – Highlights our “hip” mix of things to see and do, including “89 distinct neighborhoods, great restaurants, excellent shopping, breakthrough galleries, prestigious museums [and a] surprisingly pretty urban setting.”

• No. 13 among the nation’s 40 Best Cities for Young Professionals, Forbes, July 9, 2008 – Ranks Pittsburgh above the likes of Atlanta, Denver, Miami, Portland and Seattle, and as No. 2 (behind New York City) “in its concentration of top firms from our 400 best big companies and 200 best small companies lists.” View the Pittsburgh profile

• Pittsburgh Market ‘Slow and Steady’ as Prices Rise, USA Today, July 2008 – Characterizes our housing market with stability and quality, “the Pittsburgh market has managed to remain steady through the turbulent national mortgage crisis. Though sales are declining, prices are rising.”