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Business After Hours Recognizes Legacy Businesses
Thank you to all who attended Business After Hours this past Tuesday at our office! We were pleased to honor two of Wilkinsburg's legacy businesses during our networking event, in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce and Wilkinsburg Borough.

W.S. Radcliffe, an auto body paint shop, opened in Wilkinsburg in the 1890s! Originally selling wallpaper and phonographs, Radcliffe's has operated out of its current location at 761 Penn Ave. since 1910. The current owners, the Suski family, recently sold their business and building to artist, Jennifer Chenoweth, who will continue operating the shop as Radcliffe's Local Color. Jennifer is currently collecting feedback from customers and other locals. Share your ideas for the store as it transitions to its next phase!

 
Photos: Greg Sciulli

Upbeat Records, a music store, opened on Wood Street in Wilkinsburg in 1994, eventually moving to its current location at the corner of Penn and Center. Owner Matt Lemon is retiring from the business and transitioning to a new sales venture. Over his 24 years in business, Matt supplied CDs, DVDs, vinyl, incense, magazines and more. The shop may reopen under new ownership, so stay tuned!

 
Photos: Greg Sciulli

Mayor Garrett presented both businesses with proclamations, naming January 23, 2018 Radcliffe Day and January 24, 2018 Upbeat Records Day in Wilkinsburg Borough. Many thanks to these legacy businesses for their contributions to the Wilkinsburg community!
Apply for a Love My Neighbor! Grant
The Love My Neighbor! grant program is open now!  Founded by Neighborhood Allies, Love My Neighbor! invests in resident-led projects that aim to improve neighborhoods and engage neighbors. As one of the program's target communities, Wilkinsburg residents are welcome to apply for small grants ranging between $500-$2,500.

For additional information, be sure to stop by the Wilkinsburg info session this Saturday, January 27, at   A Peace of Mind, Inc., 620 Wood St. between 2-3 p.m.

Join Us for the Two-Way Street Fest

We hope to see you in Wilkinsburg on May 19 for the second annual Two-Way Street Fest! If you would like to get involved, either as a sponsor or vendor, email [email protected] or call (412) 727-7855.

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The Wilkinsburg Community Development Corporation (WCDC) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to promote the revitalization of Wilkinsburg through business & residential development; organizational & individual civic leadership; and ethnic & cultural diversity.

At the WCDC, we envision Wilkinsburg will be a prosperous and growing community regarded for its strong business district and neighborhoods; historic charm; convenient location; and desirable quality of life.
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