April Fools: Local Officials to Take the “H” from Pittsburgh and Add It to Greensburg

Local officials voted on March 25 to remove the “h” from “Pittsburgh” and add it to the end of Greensburg. The change will go into effect April 1. 

Robert Door, mayor of Greensburg, said, “This change has been something we have needed for a long time. I think it will make people take Greensburg more seriously.”

Volunteers will work alongside local officials to change signs throughout both locations. The mayors of Greensburg and Pittsburgh plan to have the change completed by April 1, 2026. 

Mayor of Pittsburgh, Ed Losey, said, “I am saddened by this decision, but I believe that our beautiful city will pull through. I hope that one day we can take back the letter that is rightfully ours.” 

The federal government removed the “h” from Pittsburgh in 1891, but it was restored in 1911 due to pushback. 

Greensburg officials believe that this time the change will be permanent, and they hope to gain the support of their constituents. 

There has also been conversation amongst officials to change Greensburg to Bluesburg. This change would be implemented along with the addition of “h”. 

“I think it is important to lift up small towns such as Greensburg and I hope to convince the people of Greensburg and Pittsburgh that this change will be beneficial. Greensburg will gain respect and Pittsburgh won’t be negatively impacted,” Door said. 

Officials will look at financial reports of both cities to determine the impact of the change. 

“If Pittsburgh loses money because of this change, I am going to fight for us,” Losey said.