Free At Last?
Newly discovered records from the 18th-&-19th centuries document the sale, imprisonment and freedom rights of slaves and indentured servants in Western Pennsylvania. OnQ's Chris Moore explores a fascinating exhibit at the Heinz History Center on slavery in our region.
Free At Last? aired on Feb 25, 2009.
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Despite living with Down syndrome, David Bechtold works two jobs and enjoys living independently at his Squirrel Hill apartment. OnQ's Michael Bartley spends the day with David and his mom Cindy, who credits St. Anthony School Programs for providing David with life skills.
This retrospective includes rare photos, archival film and interviews with people who remember how the flood devastated the Pittsburgh region in 1936. OnQ contributor Andy Masich of the Heinz History Center reports. Written and produced by David Solomon. Camera/editing by Paul Ruggieri.
It's hard to believe anyone would vandalize the historic monuments at Gettysburg National Military Park - but when it happens, there's a small army ready to pick up the pieces. This short feature from writer/producer David Solomon and videographer/editor Paul Ruggieri is culled from the longer documentary, Stone Soldiers: Saving the Gettysburg Monuments.
There is more in your garden than plants and soil. The opportunity for renewed mental and physical health grows there, too.
State research showing Pennsylvania's health care system in "critical condition." OnQ shows how the average small business in this region - and its employees - are affected by the rising costs of healthcare.
The Indian Cultural Association of Pittsburgh was the first Asian Indian school in the Pittsburgh region to educate Indian students about their rich heritage and cultural values. Class meets in the North Hills on Sunday with entire families participating in prayers, language and culture.
