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This installment of Home Sweet Home is presented by Bella Construction. You fasten your seatbelt when you get in the car, and you wear oven mitts when you grab cookies out of the oven — so what should you be doing as a homeowner to keep your house and family...

Berk’s Menswear has been in business for over 100 years — still independent and family owned, now in the fourth generation. And the North Huntingdon store keeps up with times, with the latest in fashions and shopping technology. Father’s Day (June 20) is fast approaching. Looking to find the perfect...

This installment of Active Aging is presented by Redstone Highlands Communities, Westmoreland County’s leading lifestyle communities for older adults Strength training is an integral part of staying healthy at any age but especially after 50. Traditional weights can put stress on your joints, however, and it’s often unrealistic to own...

This installment of “Home Sweet Home” is presented by Bella Construction Celebrate the spring of 2021 by giving your home interior a refreshing color update. Nothing says new year, new you like a splash of color on an accent wall. Or maybe you’re looking at warm, earthy neutrals throughout to...

This installment of “Active Aging” is presented by Redstone, Westmoreland County’s leading lifestyle community for older adults We all know that eating lots of fruits and vegetables is good for our health, and greens, specifically, have numerous benefits – especially for older adults. Veggies are generally low in calories and...

This installment of “Home Sweet Home” is presented by Bella Construction One of the biggest perks of being a homeowner is customizing and upgrading your space whenever and however you want. Even small projects like a new paint job can transform a room’s look in just one day. However, it...

This installment of “Active Aging” is presented by Redstone, Westmoreland County’s leading lifestyle community for older adults Constantly worrying about endless to-do lists and crowding your schedule to “get it all done” leaves little room in your life for doing things that bring you joy. However, taking time to do...

This installment of “Home Sweet Home” is presented by Bella Construction Cleaning your house doesn’t have to take all day. A few simple tricks and tools can help you clean your home faster and with less effort. Try these 10 life-changing ideas to make cleaning your house a breeze (and...

Where there’s a will, there’s a way. The cliché stands true for one craft beer bar in Hempfield. Marino’s American Eatery managed to keep the local craft beer scene alive with its tremendous efforts during the nationwide lockdown. It shows that people can never say no to a stellar menu...

Over the years, the law firm of Robert Peirce & Associates, PC, has successfully handled over 10,000 tax assessment cases. Its founder, Bob Peirce, leads the Assessment Appeal team. In this unprecedented year, covid-19 is having a significant economic impact on businesses in Allegheny County. Commercial property owners that have...

The uncertainty surrounding travel is expected to continue through spring. So, use this opportunity to uncover some hidden gems close to home to cure your cabin fever and indulge your adventure itch. Historic Outdoor Recreation Wonderland Northwestern Pennsylvania’s Oil Region National Heritage Area (ORNHA) offers more than 65 miles of...

The holidays are behind us, grey skies are above us, and spring isn’t coming anytime soon. Isn’t it time you treat yourself to a tropical getaway? But, if a tropical getaway isn’t in the cards this year, you can go on a Tropical Retreat right here in Pittsburgh. Tucked away...

Brrrrr. There is nothing worse than waking up in a freezing house in the middle of a cold winter’s night — except maybe, knowing you’ll have a big, expensive furnace bill to pay later that day! But don’t fret. With a few do-it-yourself tips, you might be able to avoid...

There are many ways you can help your community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Maybe you’ve been ordering take-out to support your favorite small restaurants. Maybe you’ve donated canned goods to the local food bank or called to check on an elderly neighbor. But there is another important way you can...

Shake off those winter blues at the National Aviary, where you’ll be transported to a warm and lush tropical paradise. Located in the heart of Pittsburgh’s North Side neighborhood, the National Aviary has decked its halls for some very special holiday events, with enhanced safety protocols in place. Journey through...

There is a reoccurring theme that plays out across America when blighted neighborhoods are gazed upon for potential economic development. Current residents — the ones who rode out the leanest of times — are rarely consulted. If they are, local residents rarely attend planning meetings, and if they do, they...

A talking Christmas tree, a donkey named Edgar and more Christmas lights than Clark Griswold’s house are just some of the things you’ll see at the famous Overly’s Country Christmas, a classic holiday destination since 1956. Overly’s is a family tradition deeply rooted in Westmoreland County. This year’s event will...

It’s been more than a century and a half since Arabella Mansfield became the first female lawyer in the United States—that is, only after she challenged a law that kept the legal practice forbidden to anyone not 21 years and older, male and white. Thankfully, we’ve come a long way...

Imagination can be overrated. Visitors to Carnegie Museum of Natural History have long been asked to imagine the creature that made the mysterious tracks on a one-ton block of dark coarse sandstone that greets them at Benedum Hall of Geology. An adjacent label challenges them to visualize the seven-foot-long invertebrate...

The National Aviary offers enhanced safety measures and new experiences that bring visitors close to beautiful birds from around the world. When visitors head to the National Aviary, they will be treated to an immersive experience. With a limited number of guests and tickets booked in advance at shop.aviary.org, guests...

With everyone planning their staycations for July and August, it’s always nice to know a local favorite has something new for the family to see. Carnegie Museum of Natural History opened its doors again June 29 with timed ticketing and a new exhibition all about the evolutionary development of body...

Understanding Medicare, Medicaid, Medigap and other supplemental insurance options for older adults can be a confusing and frustrating process. There’s a lot of information to sift through, and it’s not always easy to find answers to questions that arise. What few people are aware of, however, is that Pennsylvanians don’t...

The past few months have been a uniquely challenging time for everyone. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the world into a “new normal,” making everyday tasks harder and presenting massive organizational challenges for institutions that citizens previously took for granted. Perhaps nowhere are these challenges more apparent than in our...

Dottie the African Penguin was just 7 months old when she joined the National Aviary’s penguin colony 11 years ago. She quickly formed a close bond with another penguin, Stanley, and the two became inseparable. This tightly bonded pair chose each other, and their bond is what helped see Dottie...

Summer will be here before you know it. Why not introduce your kids to a lifelong appreciation for the natural world? Carnegie Museum of Natural History (CMNH) offers camps for ages 4 through 13. The museum’s week-long camps begin June 8 and run through the week of August 17. With...