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‘Pittsburgh’s Lost Outpost’ author to speak at Fort Ligonier

As part of Fort Ligonier’s six-part Speaker Series, author Jason Cherry will discuss his book, “Pittsburgh’s Lost Outpost: Captain Trent’s Fort,” in the fort’s history education center at 2 p.m. Feb. 16. In 1754, before a young George Washington sets the world on fire in the glen, Ohio Company Factor...
Distillery owner looks to boost Somerset County agritourism

Somerset County will soon have a new distillery. By spring 2021, Maximilian Merrill plans to open Ponfeigh Distillery Inc. in Somerset Township. “This is a $3.4 million project,” he says. The distillery will be located along Stoystown Road, following renovation of a long-closed 84 Lumber site. “There will be a...
The Spinners bring musical valentine to Greensburg stage

Whether their tunes bring back memories, or listeners find them by cruising classic or satellite radio, the music The Spinners play gets all ages toes tappin’. Try listening to “Working My Way Back to You,” “Rubberband Man,” “I’ll Be Around” or “Could It Be I’m Falling in Love” without singing...
Pittsburgh’s Yaro and the Static plan album release party at Mr. SmallsVideo

Soon after releasing an EP in May, Yaro and the Static are back, with what Eli Yaroch calls a “surrounding, solidified band,” and their debut album, “The Art of Adolescence.” The Pittsburgh-based alternative folk rock band features Yaroch, vocals and rhythm guitar; Aedan Symons, lead guitar; Mike Stolarz, drums; and...
Ligonier’s popular ‘Soup’s On’ is savory, sipping, shopping fun

Editor’s note: Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce is rescheduling its Soup’s On! event for April 18. Ticket holders who cannot attend on April 18 can contact the chamber office at 724-238-4200. One pleasure among winter’s chill is the enjoyment of comfort foods, perhaps chief...
African-American World War II veterans share their storiesVideo

The new WQED documentary, “The Good Fight,” tells the stories of African-American veterans and war workers during World War II. Premiering at 8 p.m. Feb. 13, the documentary will rebroadcast at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17 and Feb. 27, and will be available digitally at wqed.org/the-good-fight following its initial airing. According...
Oscar cocktails in category all their own

If you are planning an Oscar viewing party, it’s crunch time. With the Academy Awards broadcasting at 8 p.m. Feb. 9 on ABC, hosts in need of libation suggestions might find it fun to pair a few of the nominated films with matching cocktails. Each year entertaining expert Mark Addison,...
Laughlintown family explores island life on ‘Beachfront Bargain Hunt’

Escaping to an island retreat is a fantasy many entertain. Laughlintown residents Matt and Leigh Ann McCulty recently turned the fantasy into reality, with a little help from HGTV’s “Beachfront Bargain Hunt.” While working with a Realtor to find a home on Grand Cayman, they were asked to participate in...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: Feb. 7-9Video

From music to books to a lead-in to Valentine’s Day, this weekend offers plenty of local entertainment options. Here are some ways to give the boot to that mid-winter slump. Country star takes the stage Chris Janson is a platinum-selling recording artist, multi-instrumentalist and award-winning singer/songwriter. In a 7:30 p.m....
Fort Ligonier names new executive director

After serving as interim since June, Henry C. Scully will now serve as Fort Ligonier’s executive director, its board of trustees has announced. Scully, a former trustee, originally was appointed following longtime director Annie Urban’s resignation to accept a position with Seton Hill University. Scully has a long history of...
Blackburn Center expansion increases available servicesVideo

During an open house for donors, volunteers and partners at the Blackburn Center, Hempfield Supervisor Doug Weimer spoke of the community’s need for its services. The nonprofit provides free, confidential assistance to victims of domestic and sexual violence and crime and presents education services across the county. “We certainly want...
Sam Hunt’s 2nd album on way, Burgettstown tour stop setVideo

Country singer Sam Hunt will release his sophomore album, “Southside,” on April 3 and hit the road in May, with a planned Southside Summer Tour stop at the S&T Bank Music Park in Burgettstown. The tour kicks off May 28 in Charlotte, N.C., and Hunt hits the Washington County stage...
Artists share their expressions of love in juried Greensburg exhibit

A juried art show, “The Art of Love,” is the result of artists and writers being asked to explore that topic and share their creative expressions at an exhibition in the Greensburg Garden and Civic Center, 951 Old Salem Road. According to artist Mary Ellen Raneri of Latrobe, show organizer,...
Chatham University’s new baker training program rising up, thanks to grant

Chatham University is creating a new baker training program combining practical instruction and education. The effort is a collaboration of its Center for Regional Agriculture, Food and Transformation and Community Kitchen Pittsburgh. A pilot cohort, expected to be a 12 to 14 week commitment, will launch in May. A $215,000...
Incubus, 311 set for Burgettstown showVideo

Incubus will launch a summer tour in July and make a stop at S&T Bank Music Park Aug. 18. Ticket presale for the Burgettstown show begins at 10 a.m. Feb. 5 and runs through 10 p.m. Feb. 6. General ticket sales begin at 10 a.m. Feb. 7, both at livenation.com...
Sun Dawg Cafe expands size, hours, adds bar serviceVideo

In recent months, Sun Dawg Cafe in downtown Greensburg has expanded its space and hours of operation and acquired a liquor license. “We just thought to ourselves, if the opportunity should arise — and it did — we would love the opportunity to expand,” says Rachel Flowers. She and her...

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