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Holiday celebrations at the National Aviary create memories for lifetime
Where can you find holiday cheer, family-friendly festivities and free-flying birds not seen anywhere else in America? The National Aviary, located on Pittsburgh’s North Side, has a packed schedule of holiday fun for all ages. Holiday Happenings at the Aviary gives families the chance to create memories all season long....
4 things to consider to ‘go green’ when installing energy-efficient windows
The energy efficiency of your house is a big concern in 2022 for any homeowner. Not only do governments promote the idea of going green, but they also issue many programs to support homeowners on their way toward increased energy efficiency financially. But with so many home renovations focused on...
Shop and dine with style and flavor at Streets of Cranberry
The modern open-air shopping center is the best of all worlds, providing convenience and style in one compact area. Streets of Cranberry, with its quaint village-like setting, is a perfect example of the model. Established 15 years ago and constantly upgrading, it’s one of the best destinations for shopping and...
Max needs your vote for Animal Kingdom — and to fight a terrible feline disease
Max needs your vote! The proud resident of Lower Burrell is in stiff national competition to win the Animal Kingdom contest, a branch of America’s Favorite Pet. He’s now in the semifinals. If he wins, the $10,000 prize will be donated to research to cure FIP (feline infectious peritonitis) —...
Meet the winners of the 2022 Sustainable Gardening Awards from Phipps Conservatory
The Phipps Conservatory Sustainable Gardening Awards are in their third year, and have once again spotlighted five beautiful gardens in our region. The awards were designed to highlight gardens and gardeners who follow the principles of sustainable land care that Phipps teaches in its education programs and follows in its...
Let’s make Max an Animal Kingdom winner — and help fight a terrible feline disease
Everyone who works at Trib Total Media knows two facts about our President and CEO Jennifer Bertetto: she brings the snacks for every group meeting, and she is the devoted caretaker of six (yes, six) cats. One of those cats, Max, has done something amazing. Last year, he beat the...
Autumn fun abounds at Washington County fall festivals
The leaves are turning, the nights are chilly, and the pumpkin patches and apple orchards are resplendent with a harvest-ready bounty. Autumn is here in Southwestern Pennsylvania, and that means an exciting time of family activities, delicious food and holiday get-togethers. In Washington County, it also means a schedule of...
How to get a medical marijuana card in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania became the 24th state to legalize medical cannabis in 2016. Dispensaries opened to registered patients shortly after in 2018, and today, Pennsylvania’s medical cannabis program is going strong with growing patient numbers and a healthy medical market. Through NuggMD, you can get your PA medical cannabis card online from...
Kick off autumn with the EQT Washington and Greene Counties’ Covered Bridge Festival
As autumn approaches, a world of seasonal activities opens up. It’s a time to enjoy the beautiful natural world, savor delicious food and decorate with unique crafts. All of those activities can be had with a visit to the EQT Washington and Greene Counties’ Covered Bridge Festival, running the weekend...
Protecting industrial workers in asbestos cases: Robert Peirce & Associates has been seeking justice for over 40 years
A cancer diagnosis has become a far too common occurrence for many hardworking individuals of Western Pennsylvania. Many individuals who worked in steel mills, shipping yards and power stations in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s are now suffering from a variety of different cancers, including mesothelioma and lung cancer, as...
A call to the Black community: Donate blood to help those suffering from sickle cell disease
“It’s important for Black people to give blood, and I ask my community to do that.” — Janelle La Chaux People in the Black community are encouraged to donate blood because, due to rare blood traits and certain diseases, blood that closely matches a patient’s race is less likely to...
The Washington County Fair has something fun for everyone
Are you looking for something fun for the whole family? Look no further than the annual Washington County Fair from Aug. 13 through Aug. 20. For its 224th year, the fair will be bigger and better than ever, with daily concerts, main events, livestock auctions, a midway carnival and a...
The world comes to Washington County for the PONY League World Series, Aug. 12-17
Baseball players aged 13 to 14 from all around the globe will gather once again for the DICK’S Sporting Goods PONY League World Series, starting Aug. 12 in Washington County. Ten teams, including international squads ranging from Asia Pacific to Europe, will battle in a double-elimination tournament for the World...
Ligonier businesses enjoying a busy summer season, with more to come
For those outside of charming mountain valley of Ligonier, life can appear to be bucolic and easy living. The small-town charmer is well known for its historic shopping and dining district, popular museums, and outdoor fun. Behind the scenes, however, Ligonier’s shops, museums, restaurants, and tourist destinations have geared up...
‘Blood donors saved my daughter’s life’
Maddalena Tray’s entrance into the world in February 2017 was not easy. At birth, she was diagnosed with hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy, disseminated intravascular coagulation, kidney and liver failure, and possible brain damage. It’s hard to imagine that a tiny baby could endure all these medical issues. The night she was...
Our community is experiencing a blood shortage and we need your help
There’s a serious blood shortage right now in southwestern Pennsylvania, as well as across the country. This is a critical issue because many hospital patients rely on the generosity of blood donors. These patients might include someone in your family, a neighbor or coworker; anyone undergoing surgery, suffering trauma or...
Washington Wild Things to host Frontier League All-Star Game with days of festivities
The Frontier League baseball stars will come out to play this month when the Washington Wild Things host the 2022 All-Star Game at Wild Things Park. Leading up to the July 20 game will be several days of events for the whole family, celebrating 20 years of Frontier League baseball...
Plumline Nursery has the wide selection and expert staff to help your garden grow
Whether you want to plant just a few flowers to spruce up the front porch, or you’re ready to go full steam ahead into a completely new redesign for your yard, Plumline Nursery in Murrysville is one garden center you want to make sure to visit. One thing we are...
With 5 generations of butchers, meat is front and center at Sprankle’s Neighborhood Markets
Put more sizzle in your summer grilling season with meats from Sprankle’s Neighborhood Markets. With three locations in Leechburg, Kittanning and Saxonburg, the father/sons trio of Randy, Ryan and Doug Sprankle constantly collaborate to bring customers the freshest cuts of Certified Angus beef, pork, chicken and more. Five generations of...
Pennsylvania Western University: An emerging economic powerhouse … with more than two centuries of tradition
When thinking of Western Pennsylvania’s economy outsiders often conjure images of coal and steel. And while those foundational industries are still around, people from the region know the economy has grown more diverse with thriving healthcare, robotics and technology companies. But there’s also a new driver of our economy …...
ocreations can design artwork for companies of any size, from small upstarts to nationally known corporations
Sometimes, Shawn O’Mara can’t help it. When he drives down a local road and sees a billboard he and his team designed — for example, one for the National Aviary — he pulls over to take its picture. It’s a point of pride — and what keeps him going. “We...
Every season brings a reason to shop Laurel Nursery/Garden Center
Did you know that besides being a full-service garden center with all that you need for your yard and garden, Laurel Nursery/Garden Center also has a beautiful gift shop with tabletop décor, flags and rugs? Just inside the main doors, you will be delighted with its Lu Lu’s Boutique, which...
Excela Health among first in nation to use innovative technology to identify lung cancer
Robot-Assisted Bronchoscopy Aids in Discovery and Diagnosis of Lung Nodules A new innovation that holds promise in the fight against lung cancer is now in use at Excela Latrobe Hospital. A first-of-its-kind robotic technology, Auris Health’s MONARCH™ Platform will aid Excela thoracic surgeons in viewing hard-to-reach areas of the lungs...
cfsbank is still your community-focused bank, so ‘Let’s do it together’ either in person or online
Established in 1936, cfsbank still remains an independent, community bank 86 years later. The bank launched as Charleroi Federal Savings and Loan, and originally had only one teller window. It has since expanded from its home in the Mon Valley to include 10 branches in Fayette, Washington, Westmoreland and Butler...
380 Auction continues to rely on low prices, good quality, variety of goods — and family touch
Jim Beacom III believes the secret to retail success is to keep prices low and customer service high. The third-generation businessman said such has been the credo of the family business, 380 Auction & Discount Warehouse, along Fairview Drive in Murrysville. “You keep the prices as low as you can...
