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Living with Children: Do kids ‘have’ ADHD or autism?
I am perennially asked whether I do or do not “believe” in autism. I suspect that on most occasions, it’s a test. Nonetheless, it’s a fair question that usually takes this form: “I know you don’t believe in ADHD; but do you believe in autism?” To be clear, it would...
From flags to feathers, space waste will greet next moon walkers
The mission on the moon then over, astronaut Buzz Aldrin peeked out from the Apollo lunar module onto the powdery grey surface before him, the U.S. flag planted into it — just about the only color as far as the eye could see. But as the ascent engines on the...
Tips for getting more blooms from your dahlias
Dahlias are a beautiful addition to summer gardens. Grown from tuberous roots planted in the spring, dahlia blooms come in a near endless array of colors and forms. From spiky-petaled cactus-types to round and tight pom-pom dahlias, this tender plant brings some serious bloom power to the garden. Planting dahlias...
WCCC to offer Culinary Quick Start program
Aspiring chefs can dip a toe in the water at Westmoreland County Community College next month. Citing “hundreds of immediate openings for line and prep cooks in professional kitchens,” WCCC officials announced they will offer a Culinary Quick Start program, encompassing three weeks of evening classes, beginning Aug. 19 at...
Minnesota State Fair shoots down doughnuts paired with syringes
Minnesota fairgoers this summer will being dunkin’ their doughnuts instead of injecting them. One of the new foods slated for the 2019 Minnesota State Fair had been a batch of fill-your-own doughnuts. Well, those little spherical doughnut holes, actually. The filling were to be Bavarian cream, chocolate custard and Minnesota...
Surge of ‘sea lice’ are stinging swimmers at Virginia BeachVideo
Swimmers are getting a stinging surprise when they hit the surf at Virginia Beach. Lifeguards this week are seeing an increase in reports of people being stung by sea lice at the Oceanfront district, reports WTKR-TV News 3. “Sea lice” is the common name for these thimble jellyfish larvae and...
Songs, songbirds highlights of Ligonier Country MarketVideo
Pittsburgh-based acoustic guitarist Daryl Shawn will perform at the Ligonier Country Market from 8 a.m.-noon July 13. Shawn is a Boston Berklee College of Music alumnus who has performed all across North America. He is known for creating the sound of a full band and putting a unique spin on...
Want a bumper crop of tomatoes? Listen to this guy’s advice
David Freed spent most of his adult life in the restaurant business, but when he sold the 8th Street Grill, his Los Angeles coffee shop, in 2007, he discovered there were plenty of other things to do with his time. Such as unlocking the secrets to growing tons of tasty...
Longtime Rolling Stones keyboard player also a steward of the environment
As Mick Jagger performed a powerful version of “Angie” last week on stage in Canada, the beautiful, melodic piano lines weaving through the song were deftly being played by The Rolling Stones’ musical director and keyboard player Chuck Leavell. He’s been with the band 37 years and has also played...
How to control viburnum leaf beetles
Question: Help! We have some little slug-like creature eating one of our shrubs. I don’t know the name of the shrub, but it gets white flowers in the spring and then clusters of red berries in the fall. We’ve always called it a cranberry bush, but I don’t think it’s...
Flight 93 National Memorial exhibit recalls first decade
As the 18th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, the Flight 93 National Memorial will open a special exhibit, “Memories from the Memorial — Looking Back 2001-2011.” The exhibit looks back over the first 10 years of the park’s evolution, from a chain-link fence filled with tributes to the 2011 dedication of...
Gay square dancers add new spin to centuries-old dance style
PHILADELPHIA — There wasn’t a crinoline in sight as 850 square dancers at the International Association of Gay Square Dance Clubs opened its annual convention last week in a Philadelphia hotel, bringing their best promenades and do-si-dos to a slightly sped-up version of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” Correction: There was...
Outer Banks lowers speed limits as tourists arrive
Speed limits on some roads have been reduced as tourist season begins in the Outer Banks. The North Carolina Department of Transportation on Tuesday announced a drop in posted speed limits on two roads. The National Park Service requested the slower traffic between Avon and Buxton and between Hatteras and...
Kecksburg, investigator inspire Helltown’s ‘Aliens’ beer
Helltown Taproom will ponder the unexplained with local paranormal investigator Stan Gordon and hold an early release party for its new beer with a two-night event this month at its 5578 Old William Penn Highway, Export, location. The event is billed as “Kecksburg and Beyond: Two Nights of Paranormal Pa....
Greek yogurt creates creamy, spice-infused salad dressing
Fresh, juicy summer tomatoes make a great salad, so we set out to create one with complementary flavors and a creamy dressing. Tomatoes exude lots of liquid when cut, which can quickly turn a salad into soup. To get rid of some of the tomato juice without losing all the...
Restaurant noise levels affect dining experience, studies show
Moments after the award-winning Detroit noodle shop Ima opened its doors for lunch on a recent Monday, a decibel meter perched high on a ledge above the dining room hovered around 70 decibels, about the same level of noise intensity as a working dishwasher. Electronic music thrummed through two adjacent...
5 things not to miss at the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix traditionally honors one make of car as its Marque of the Year during the world-class summer motorsport event held in and around Schenley Park in Oakland. For this year’s 37th PVGP through July 21, benefiting the Autism Society of Pittsburgh and Merakey Allegheny Valley School,...
Follow the Tour de France route with a wine-tasting journey
Europe’s most famous and challenging professional bicycle race, the Tour de France, kicked off this week. Until July 28, the Tour involves individual daily races called “stages” that occur over challenging, diverse routes in regions throughout France. Along the way, racers pedal through some of France’s top wine-growing appellations. Enjoying...
Fort Ligonier, Idlewild, Rizzo’s star in Westmoreland County board game
From Historic Hanna’s Town to Bridgeport Dam, Seton Hill University to the Original Pie Shoppe, regional landmarks pop up all over the new Westmoreland County-Opoly board game. Created by Late for the Sky Production Co. in May and available only at Walmart, the game sells for $19.98. Late for the...
Regional Trail Corporation plans poker run fundraiser
The Westmoreland Yough Trail Chapter of the Regional Trail Corporation will hold its annual poker run on Labor Day, Sept. 2. The walking/biking non-competitive event starts in West Newton at the Arthur H. King Access Area of the Great Allegheny Passage. Registration begins at 8 a.m., event starts at 8:30...
Bloom Brew taps ‘Forged on the Yough Brew Festival’
Bloom Brew, at 100 Riverside Drive, West Newton, will host “Forged on the Yough Brew Festival” for what it calls a showcase of Westmoreland County talent. Downtown West Newton is event sponsor. The event from 1 to 4 p.m. July 28 will feature 10 “liquid artists,” outdoor recreation vendors Joe’s...
Wildlife Works needs more helping hands
It’s the busy baby season at Wildlife Works, Inc. in Youngwood. The nonprofit has lots of critters to care for and many hungry mouths to feed. What it’s short on is volunteers, says Monica Leuthold, office manager. College students from the local area often help out during the summer, while...
Out & About: Bushy Run car cruise a lesson in automotive historyVideo
Visitors to Bushy Run Battlefield usually learn a particular kind of history. The 213-acre Penn Township historical complex was the site of a 1763 battle between British soldiers and Native Americans warriors during Pontiac’s Rebellion. On July 6, visitors got a snapshot of the history of the automobile during the...
Out & About: No ifs, ands or butts — goat yoga benefit sells outVideo
People practice yoga not only for the physical benefits, like increased strength and flexibility, but also for the mental and emotional health benefits — like a sense of calm and relaxation and a deeper mind-body connection. So who thought Goat Yoga would be a good idea? Goats aren’t exactly known...
Hello, yellow: Home decor’s upbeat hue should be used right
If ever a color were to be associated with an emotion (OK, blue, we see you), it’s got to be yellow. Upbeat and welcoming, it’s a hue that’s easy to love. But it can be tricky to use when decorating. Bold yellows are eye-catching, but color experts advise caution. Unless...
