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This installment of “Home Sweet Home” is presented by Bella Construction Feeling like your home’s interior decorating needs an upgrade, but not ready to commit a lot of time and money? There are plenty of simple additions or replacements that make a significant impact on the look and feel of...

With college tuition rising at local institutions, many families are put in difficult situations. Do they pay an exorbitant amount and go into debt to pay for the cost of college? Do they decide to go to community college for two years and miss out on freshman and sophomore year...

Addiction destroys lives. Locally, in Allegheny County, overdose deaths rose 22% from the previous year. But people who are desperate should know that help is available. Waddington Rehab Center was founded in May 2016 to help people get their lives back from the destruction caused by alcoholism and drug abuse....

This installment of “Home Sweet Home” is presented by Bella Construction Ants in the entryway or earwigs in the closet? If these common pests are making you squirm, you’re not alone. It’s normal for bugs to make their way into your home in the summer, but you don’t have to...

This installment of Home Sweet Home is presented by Bella Construction Everyone wants a lush green lawn for summer barbecues and romping by children and four-legged friends. So what do you do when your yard starts looking brown or patchy? Start by identifying the underlying issue behind the...

The Fort Armstrong Folk Festival is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The annual gathering in Kittanning Riverfront Park, traditionally held the first week of August, starts on Thursday, Aug. 5, and ends on Sunday evening, Aug. 8. Canceled last year for pandemic restrictions, the festival is back to normal...

Since Joseph Weiss and his son, Hymen, founded their business in 1922, Weiss Furniture has been selling quality furnishings to citizens of the greater Pittsburgh area. The store’s location since 1952, on the corner of Depot Street and Lincoln Avenue in Latrobe, bears little resemblance to the original store’s humble...

The attorneys at Robert Peirce & Associates have been helping individuals who can no longer work, due to an injury or chronic illness, since the firm was established. Bob Peirce, founder of the firm, was one of the first attorneys in the Pittsburgh area to handle Social Security Disability cases....

This installment of Home Sweet Home is presented by Bella Construction As summer approaches, everyone is eager to spend more time outside enjoying the sun. It’s also the perfect time to transition your home décor to reflect the added daylight and brightness outside. If you’re ready to bring...

This edition of Home Sweet Home is presented by Bella Construction Now that the weather is getting warmer, we’re bound to spend more time outside. Luckily, it’s easy to transform your backyard (or front yard) into a beautiful oasis without spending a ton of money! Here are some tips and...

This installment of Active Aging is presented by Redstone Highlands Squeezing in time to exercise can be challenging, especially if you juggle a hectic schedule. But staying physically active is one of the most important things you can do for your health as you age. Given the increasing...

As social distancing fades, we’re all longing to spend time with family, friends and co-workers again, over food and drink and shared enthusiasms. One way to experience all those things at once — and on a regular basis — is to purchase season tickets from the Pittsburgh Penguins. Season tickets...

Costa Homebuilders is Pittsburgh’s premier home builder. They specialize in estate and custom homes, starting at $500,000. For decades, they have provided their clients with custom living spaces. These homes always meet the aesthetic, lifestyle and design needs of their customers. Costa Homebuilders has the resources and connections to help...

Aortic stenosis is the most common valvular abnormality among adults, with more than 200,000 cases per year across the United States — most often among men over the age of 50. Excela Health now offers minimally invasive aortic heart valve replacement as part of a widening array of advanced procedures...

Laurel Nursery/Garden Center has served the gardening needs of the community with its consistent quality since its inception. Founded by John and Joyce Heese in 1974, Laurel is now owned by their son Ken and his wife, Patty. The two founders still work at the garden center, which today includes...

Like other senior living and nursing homes in the country, St. Barnabas Health System had to quickly react to fight the deadly coronavirus. What a journey it has been: The health system’s nursing home in Richland Township hasn’t had a new case in more than a year, said Karen Tabacchi,...

As one of the top four manufacturers of construction equipment in the world, SANY has made their way to North Huntingdon. SANY of Pittsburgh, located just off of Route 30 and minutes from the turnpike, is home to 17 models of SANY excavators. The new line of excavators is attracting...

One of the biggest trends that developed during the pandemic is gardening. People who did not know a trowel from a hoe started planting seeds. Those who never knew they had a green thumb realized the enjoyment of playing in the dirt. Even people who do not have a yard...

Sponsored by Essey Tire of Belle Vernon Summer is here — and travel is back. You may not have time for a weeklong vacation at Disney World, but there are plenty of interesting places that a family can drive to on one tank of gas. We chose four destinations that...

This installment of Home Sweet Home is presented by Bella Construction If you’re daydreaming about the burble of a stream over rocks or the spray of a waterfall right in your backyard, we’ve put together a selection of outdoor water feature ideas to help you make your dream come true!...

This installment of Active Aging is presented by Redstone Highlands Spending quality time with your grandkids (and kids) adds joy and laughter to any given day. Just basking in a child’s boundless energy and carefree silliness can boost your mood and make you smile. But joining in the...

For those who want to earn extra money to pay their monthly bills or save for something special, signing up to be a Newspaper Delivery Driver might be just the answer they need. Here are the Top 10 Reasons to learn more. 1. Most newspaper delivery drivers earn between $500...

This installment of Home Sweet Home is presented by Bella Construction Spring and summer bring beauty, but also allergies! Allergy sufferers often go inside their homes for sanctuary against irritants — which is why it’s so important to keep those irritants out of your house. With a few...

Are you hoping to get away this summer? Faraway destinations may be calling your name, but you can journey to a continent with beautiful habitats — including grassy savannahs and lush tropical forests — without leaving Pittsburgh. A trip to the North Side’s National Aviary this summer will transport you...

Did you know that the average person takes over 20,000 breaths per day? This past year, more of those breaths have been taken in a person’s home than before. Indoor air quality is an issue that should not be ignored. There are ways that we can attempt to control the...