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Still most visited place, Orlando had 75 million visitors
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando had 75 million visitors last year as the theme park mecca continued to be the most visited destination in the United States, tourism officials said Thursday. Orlando in 2018 had 68.5 million domestic visitors, a year-to-year increase of 4.1%, and almost 6.5 million international visitors, a...
‘Archie’ causing some royal name drama
The inspiration for Prince Harry and Meghan’s newborn son’s name seems to be causing as much drama as the wait for his birth. Little Archie — full name Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor — came as a surprise to those betting on his name. In fact, Archie was not even in the...
Doug Oster to offer gardening tips at Kittanning plant sale
Noted home and garden editor Doug Oster will share favorite home gardening tips during Armstrong County Penn State Master Gardeners’ annual plant sale on May 18. The sale is set for 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Belmont Complex, 415 Butler Road, Kittanning. The talk by Oster, manager and editor for...
‘Van Gogh in Bloom’ is summer show at Phipps Conservatory
Artist Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890) once said, “If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” The Dutch post-impressionist painter’s own love of nature expressed in his vibrant landscapes and still-life paintings is interpreted in a series of botanical vignettes in the summer flower show, “Van Gogh in Bloom,”...
Carnegie Science Center hosts Kites for Kids
Go fly a kite! The Carnegie Science Center on Pittsburgh’s North Side is hosting Kites for Kids on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. . The day will include hands-on demonstrations featuring games, crafts, and other kite-flying themed activities. The museum is partnering with KidsVoice, an Allegheny County child...
Pittsburgh Mercy holds ‘Blooming on Baum’ sale
Pittsburgh Mercy Intellectual Disabilities Services’ Alternative Training & Employment Center will hold its fourth annual Blooming on Baum plant sale 10 a.m.-3 p.m. May 10 and May 24. The sale will be held at the center, 4749 Baum Blvd., Bloomfield, planners state. The center is a day support, employment and...
Fighting invasive species topic of woodlands walk
Owners looking to restore woodlands affected by invasive plant species or deer can pick up some tips from an expert during a May 16 program in Hempfield. Mike DiRinaldo, a natural resource program specialist with the Bureau of State Parks, will lead the 6 p.m. program sponsored by the Westmoreland...
Royal baby is dubbed Archie — here are the most popular names in Pa.
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle — Duke and Duchess of Sussex — gave the world the first glimpse of their baby boy this morning. And after introducing him to the queen, announced his name: Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor. Throughout Pennsylvania, parents often settle on the same popular names year...
New Alexandria demolition derbies benefit those in need
Competitors and spectators revved up for some motorized mayhem will get their wish when the New Alexandria Lions Club’s demolition derbies return for another season, beginning Saturday . The derbies have been an annual tradition since the 1970s at the Lions Arena, at 1874 Lions Club Road, off Route 119...
Story behind Caliente’s award-winning Mee-Maw pizzaVideo
When Eric Von Hansen, the regional chef of Caliente Pizza and Draft House, flew to Parma, Italy, to compete in the World Pizza Championship, he took a radically different approach than his competitors. While his American opponents brought their ingredients with them, Von Hansen decided to forage for his all...
Margarita cupcakes are a festive summer treat
Margarita cupcakes. What could be more perfect for spring and summer? You’ll find all kinds of reasons to make these fun, tequila-infused cupcakes. I mean, who doesn’t love a little spiked dessert? This recipe makes a deliciously moist cake with a light lime and tequila flavor — just like your...
What’s Brewing?: Pick a shandy or a radler for Mom
Mother’s Day is Sunday. If you’re someone who buys mom a gift each year, it can be challenging to find that special something unless you’re in the habit of getting her the same thing every year. For those of you who are looking for something unique, I have an idea!...
Grill that steak like a master with these hot cooking tipsVideo
Temperatures are rising, the outdoors beckons and our appetites are ramping up for meals cooked on the grill. According to Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association, July 4 is the most popular day to grill (73 percent), followed by Memorial Day (60 percent), Father’s Day (45 percent), Mother’s Day (34 percent)...
Moms can get free Smiley cookie at Eat’n Park
We count on our moms for smiles every day of the week. On Sunday, Eat’n Park Restaurants will give mom a free Smiley cookie just for celebrating her special day with them. Take your mom to Eat’n Park on Mother’s Day — May 12 — and she can get a...
Meatsplainer: How new plant-based burgers compare to beef
NEW YORK — If you want to skip meat, a new era of options is here. Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods are among the companies racing to tap into the massive U.S. market of meat eaters by more closely mimicking the taste of beef than vegetarian patties of the past....
Twitter users get Wendy’s to bring back Spicy Chicken Nuggets
Ask and you shall receive. As long as you get 2 million tweet likes. Two years ago, Wendy’s discontinued its Spicy Chicken Nuggets. And many were sad — and that includes Chance the Rapper. Recently, Chance tweeted out his desire — nay, need — for Wendy’s Spicy Chicken Nuggets to...
Bike Coal & Coke Trail, shop West Overton’s May Mart
Rather than jockey for a parking place, those planning to attend West Overton Village’s May Mart and Makers Market can bring their bicycles and helmets and bike the Coal & Coke Trail to the East Huntingdon Township event. Jacobs Creek Watershed Association is hosting the free 5-mile (10 miles round-trip),...
Sheetz launches its own craft beer brewed with coffee beansVideo
Sheetz has almost everything, so it was only a matter of time until it rolled out its own craft beer. Altoona-based Sheetz is collaborating with Rusty Rail Brewing Company of Mifflinburg to unveil the convenience store’s first ever craft beer, Project Coffee Hopz, a limited edition coffee bean IPA. The...
DiAnoia’s Eatery opens to-go pizza window
DiAnoia’s Eatery, Pittsburgh’s Strip District Italian eatery and all-day café, is now offering Pizzeria Davide, a to-go pizza window in back of the restaurant at 2551 Penn Ave. The pizzeria specializes in old world-style pizzas, layered with provolone cheese on the bottom and sauce on the top. Hours are 11...
The home-safety tasks your to-do list is probably missing
For many of us, our spring cleaning rituals are in full effect. And although clearing away the clutter, shaking dust from rugs, wiping down woodwork and dusting off outdoor furniture can bring much satisfaction, there are other tasks you should be adding to your to-do list. They don’t just make...
Out & About: Rustic mountain retreat hosts Derby Day for Charity
Derby Day for Charity started promptly at 3 p.m. May 4 at Oak Lodge near Stahlstown. With almost four hours to kill before the main event, live streaming of the Kentucky Derby from Churchill Downs, there was plenty of time for cigar smoking, mint julep drinking and betting on a...
Out & About: Celebrity dancers wow at Animal Friends eventVideo
Chris Granata and his dancing partner-instructor Kaelyn Gresko took double honors for their swing routine at the 2019 Dancing With the Celebrities competition to benefit Animal Friends of Westmoreland. Burning up the stage at Greensburg’s Palace Theatre on May 3, the high top-clad duo danced away with the first-place people’s...
Out & About: Old friends gather for Jeannette gallery reception
It was like old home week in Jeannette’s You Are Here Gallery during the May 4 opening reception for “Trances,” a solo retrospective exhibition by local artist Larry Beaver. Mike Zvara of Jeannette said he and the artist were in the same Boy Scout troop back in the early 1960s....
Out & About: Laurel Faith in Action hosts neighborhood picnic
Laurel Faith in Action celebrated community connections during a Neighborhood Block Party on May 3 in the Fred Rogers Center at Saint Vincent College in Unity. More than 160 attendees were treated to a bountiful spread of picnic foods, including hot dogs, hamburgers, potato and pasta salads, fruit and dessert....
Out & About: Mental Health America hosts Innovations Awards night
Mental Health America of Southwestern PA hosted its 17th annual Innovations Awards dinner and program May 2 in the Ramada Greensburg Hotel and Conference Center. The awards recognize community members and organizations that help make a difference in the lives of people experiencing mental health and substance use issues. Honorees...
