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JoAnne Klimovich Harrop

Julia Parsons, U.S. Navy code-breaker during World War II, dies

Julia Parsons, a U.S. Navy code-breaker during World War II who kept a military secret about her assignment for decades, including from her Army husband, Don, died April 18 A longtime resident of Forest Hills, she was 104. “Julia was a pioneer for women’s roles in American Society,” said Todd...
After the storm: Thunderstorms, treacherous winds leave destruction throughout the region

An imposing, 90-mile-long squall line of fast-moving thunderstorms barreled through the region on April 29, moving at speeds up to 60 mph, and packing winds that reached into the 70-mph range. Those winds downed countless trees and left numerous roads impassable or littered with debris. Schools and businesses closed. And...
Home improvement: Bellevue business owner helps clients spruce up residences, businesses

Diana Edwards is a style consultant — for homes and businesses. Owner of LIME Painting North Pittsburgh, a luxury home painting and home improvement business, Edwards connects clients with the resources to spruce up their residence or business from adding a fresh coat of paint to an exterior or interior...
Pittsburgh Marathon, Pitt graduation and Pirates game coincide on Sunday

May the fourth be with you on Sunday (May 4), when Pittsburgh will have three major events happening. The Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon is expecting the biggest participation in its history with more than 46,000 participants; the University of Pittsburgh is hosting its largest-ever graduation class and the Pirates...
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust hosts groundbreaking at Arts Landing

Construction of Arts Landing, a new four-acre outdoor civic space in Downtown Pittsburgh, has begun. Operated by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, the area is formerly known as the Backyard, located at Eighth Street and Penn Avenue in the Cultural District. It is being transformed into an expansive area to host...
1930 by Atria’s opens in Mt. Lebanon

On a warm, sunny Monday, Atria’s in Mt. Lebanon reopened with a touch of time travel: It’s now rebranded as 1930 by Atria’s. The well-known establishment on Beverly Road closed Dec. 31 for the renovations. “We felt like the original location needed a remodel while still preserving the history of...
The Bark Barn, Pittsburgh Paws Pet Resorts pamper dogs and cats

The first dog Jennifer DeSalvo owned in her adult life was Brody, a Labrador retriever/greyhound mix she rescued when he was 8 weeks old. When she traveled for her job in the pet food industry, she would board him, which got her thinking about the perfect pet paradise. Her thoughts...
Behind the scenes: Restaurants offer a glimpse inside the kitchen with chef’s tables, counters

“Compliments to the chef” takes on a whole new meaning with a special dining experience in Western Pennsylvania. Oftentimes, a diner would relay that message to the chef through a member of the restaurant’s waitstaff. But with chef’s tables and chef’s counters — spaces located in restaurants including Ritual House...
Bell Acres man teaches players how to bid and win tricks in this card game

William Holt has learned to play with the hand he’s dealt — and he helps other people do that, too. He is an instructor for bridge, a card game Holt describes as a trick-taking game where two pairs try to outbid each other for the right to play that hand...
Fox Chapel Area High School senior earns Girl Scout Gold Award

When Devon Grimsby McDonald reads books filled with varying emotions to children sitting in a circle around her, she invites them to share their feelings about what they’ve just heard. “I’ve struggled with mental health and anxiety, especially my freshman year of high school,” said Devon, now a senior at...
Legendary interior designer Bunny Williams shares insights at Carnegie Museum of Art event

Bunny Williams makes everything around her beautiful. From the plush gardens to the stunning interior of her 18th-century manor house in Northwestern Connecticut, she is meticulous with every detail. “Set up a room to be able to see the view,” said Williams, who was the featured speaker at the On...
Steelers to host NFL draft watch party

With the 21st pick, the Pittsburgh Steelers choose… Fans are invited to be on hand when the team announces that pick on Thursday at Stage AE on Pittsburgh’s North Shore for a free NFL draft watch party beginning at 7 p.m. Steelers’ Christian Kuntz and other guests will attend. Kuntz...
Making a difference: Sewickley resident delivers food and her time to help the community

Volunteerism is Susan Kaminski’s calling. She helped raise money for an elevator for St. Matthews A.M.E. Zion Church, the oldest African American church in Sewickley. She works with KidsVoice, an organization that advocates in court and in the community to ensure a safe and permanent home for abused, neglected and...
Plaques dedicated to commemorate Clemente’s Hall of Fame career, Three Rivers Stadium

A new plaque on General Robinson Street on Pittsburgh’s North Shore marks the spot where second base once rested inside Three Rivers Stadium — the place where Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente stood after recording his 3,000th and final hit for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sept. 30, 1972. At a...
Bethel Park junior creates smiles for ill children

Even after two brain surgeries, Sean Rovers never stopped smiling. Now, he’s making sure other kids facing medical challenges have a reason to smile, too. Sean, 17, a junior at Bethel Park High School, was diagnosed in 2017 with a rare form of brain cancer known as intracranial myxoid mesenchymal...
Diana Kauffman Designs opens newest location in Sewickley

Diana Kauffman recently opened her largest store to date in Sewickley — and retail wasn’t something she was interested in when she began creating jewelry for wholesale in a 500-square-foot studio on Division Street. Today, she fashions each one-of-a-kind piece in her new spacious boutique, Diana Kauffman Designs, which opened...

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