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Jack Troy is an editorial intern at PublicSource. A native Pittsburgher, Jack is a junior studying political science and economics at the University of Pittsburgh. He’s served as a writer and editor across nearly two years at The Pitt News, the university’s student newspaper. Much of his previous coverage centered on local labor and housing issues, including a freelance investigation into rental conditions for The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. In the moments between school and writing, Jack enjoys running, cooking and taking care of his pet fishes.

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Posted inPublic-service guides

Looking to rent in Pittsburgh? Here’s what to know before signing a lease

Avatar photo by Jack Troy December 12, 2022December 20, 2022

The perfect lease is elusive, but it’s important to be aware of your rights and obligations as a renter before putting pen to paper.

Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy President and CEO Cathy Qureshi looks out on a tarnished retaining wall at a sports field at McKinley Park in Pittsburgh's Beltzhoover neighborhood on Nov. 17, 2022. (Photo by Benjamin Brady/PublicSource)
Posted inLocal Government

Gainey budget would spend some parks tax money on trucks — and none via nonprofit conservancy

Ladimir GarciaTerryaun BellAvatar photo by Ladimir Garcia, Terryaun Bell and Jack Troy December 1, 2022December 2, 2022
Three tall, narrow homes with gray siding, black roofs and wooden accents by the front doors sit side by side. A red car is parked in the driveway of the rightmost home. Each home has a mix of concrete and metal stairs leading up to the front door.
Posted inECONOMY & HOUSING

City looks to ‘in-law suites’ to shrink affordable housing deficit

Avatar photo by Jack Troy October 20, 2022October 18, 2022
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