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Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: June 20-22
The first day of summer is Friday, and what better time is there to catch some brightly colored rainbows? Here are a few chances to get out this weekend. Pride Movie Night Kick off a fun-filled Pride weekend with a Pride Movie Night at the Greensburg Garden and Civic Center....
In stressful times, our anxiety can rub off on pets. Causes and cures for pet anxiety
In this age of heightened anxiety, many of us turn to our pets for emotional support. But is our behavior increasing our furry friends’ fears? The answer isn’t simple, says Frankie Jackson, a veterinary nurse and animal behavior consultant, and the owner of Canine Counseling in Smyrna, Georgia. She said...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: June 13-15
Oakmont and golf’s U.S. Open aren’t the only enticing events happening this weekend. Westmoreland and most certainly Greensburg have a busy weekend ahead. Greensburg Craft Beer Week There’s no better time than a balmy summer night to kick back with your favorite brew. With Greensburg Craft Beer Week, you can...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: June 13-15
Even if you’re tired of the U.S. Open and avoiding the area as best you can, there are still fun events to check out this weekend throughout the Pittsburgh area. Here are a few ideas. Babesburgh Bash Women of Western Pennsylvania, it’s time to celebrate with the second annual Babesburgh...
Westmoreland Glass plant’s decades of vintage wares will be on display at club show and sale
Westmoreland Glass has become known for the decorative milk glass pieces it produced during its nine-decade run in the Hempfield community of Grapeville. Those who attend the Westmoreland Glass Collectors Club show and sale Friday and Saturday just outside Youngwood can expect to find a wider variety of vintage wares...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: June 6-8
If you’re in search of a more lowkey day out and want to avoid the Arts Festival crowds, there’s still plenty to do around town this weekend. Here are five events to check out instead. ‘The Shark is Broken’ at barebones productions “Jaws” was the original blockbuster film in the...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: June 6-8
Summer is finally in the air. Are you ready to get outside and rock? Or run? Or shop? Here are some events in Westmoreland that will help you celebrate the nice weather. The return of SummerSounds The SummerSounds free concert series is back for another season starting this week. Every...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend
Now that we’re reached the unofficial start of summer, it’s time to get together, get out and get moving. Here are some things to do this weekend: ‘Wicked’ sing-a-long Did you see “Wicked” in the theater and get tons of dirty looks when you tried to sing along? Never fear!...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 30-June 1
There are big concerts and Pride events happening this weekend, but if you want to avoid too much congestion and too many people, this will still be a great weekend to get out and about. Get to the theater, enjoy some sports or indulge your love of reading with these...
Is your love story legendary? Prove it and win $20K in online contest
Do you and your partner have a unique love story? Well now, you can put it to the test — and win a cash prize. Couples across the nation can enter “America’s Favorite Couple,” share their love stories, and try to win $20,000. The online contest, hosted by West Homestead...
Women’s sports bar Title 9 opens in Pittsburgh’s East End
Friday was officially game day at the Title 9 sports bar. After a few months of pop-up events, the women’s sports bar in East Liberty is open. “Our pop-ups were packed,” said owner Sherree Goldstein. “We wanted to get a feel for how this would be received and we also...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: May 23-26
Happy Memorial Day weekend. For many, that means an extra day to relax and recharge — but it also means extra time for some fun events around Westmoreland. Here are a handful. Yinzer Valley Spring Wine Fest Yinzer Valley Farms is having its first Spring Wine Festival on Saturday. This...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 23-26
Happy Memorial Day weekend! For many, this means an extra day to relax — but it’s also an extra day to fill with fun. Here are a few things going on this weekend around town, so make room in your three-day weekend schedule. Riverlife Chalk Fest For a lot of...
With a massive ark and museum, he spreads creationism a century after Scopes trial. He’s not alone
WILLIAMSTOWN, Ky. — As the colossal replica of the biblical Noah’s Ark rises incongruously from the countryside of northern Kentucky, Ken Ham gives the presentation he’s often repeated. The ark stretches one and a half football fields long — “the biggest freestanding timber-frame structure in the world,” Ham says. It...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: May 16-18
Now that the heat is ramping up, it’s time to enjoy the outdoors — or escape to the air conditioning inside, if you prefer. Here’s what’s going on in Westmoreland this weekend. Agatha Christie’s ‘The Mousetrap’ Fun fact: Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” is the longest-running play in theatrical history. It...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 16-18
It’s the middle of May with nice, toasty temperatures on tap for the weekend. There are great chances to hang outside — or inside, if you prefer — at these events around town. Pierogi festival Pittsburgh loves pierogis, so why wouldn’t we have a whole festival dedicated to these delicious...
The best places to park your short-term investments
As you sift among the various options for your short-term investments, keep these key items on your dashboard: yield, guarantees, liquidity and your individual situation. The short-term investments that promise the highest yields often come with at least some risk and/or constraints on your daily access to funds. It may...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 9-11
Want to do something more special for Mom this Mother’s Day weekend than just buying some flowers and a card? How about taking her to one (or more) of the great events happening around town? Here’s some inspiration. Contemporary Craft Community Day Time to get hands-on at Contemporary Craft in...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: May 9-11
Whether you’re looking to spend some extra time with Mom this Mother’s Day weekend or get a break from the family, here are a few ideas to get you started in Westmore- land County. Art on Tap: Starry Nights Belatedly celebrating May the Fourth, this edition of Art on Tap...
Never argue: 115-year-old British woman, now the world’s oldest, gives her recipe to long life
LONDON — For Ethel Caterham, the trick to a long life — and in her case, it really has been — is not to argue. Caterham, who is 115, became the world’s oldest living person, according to the Gerontology Research Group, after Sister Inah Canabarro, a Brazilian nun and teacher,...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 2-4
As of this writing, power is still out for a number of people in Allegheny County. If you are one of those unlucky households and you don’t feel like running a marathon this weekend, here are some other things you can do to get out of the house. ‘Star Wars’...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: May 2-4
May flowers won’t be the only thing coming up this weekend. There’s a bouquet of events going on all weekend, just for you. Here are a few ideas. Made in Ligonier Market The Ligonier Country Market is kicking off its 50th season with this new event. The Ligonier Country Market...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 25-27
There’s so much to do and so little time this weekend. Slow down and have some fun at one of these events happening all around town. August Wilson Block Party Celebrate the birthday of the esteemed late Pittsburgh playwright August Wilson with Saturday’s block party. Held at the August Wilson...
Here are 5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: April 25-27
It seems like the warm weather may finally be here to stay. Time to come out of hibernation, take a stroll, get a coffee and savor some of these Westmoreland happenings. ArtsWalk 2025 ArtsWalk, organized by the Westmoreland Museum of American Art, the Westmoreland Cultural Trust and Seton Hill University,...
RFK Jr. plans to phase out 8 artificial dyes from U.S. food supply
WASHINGTON — U.S. health officials said they plan to phase out eight petroleum-based artificial colors from the nation’s food supply, triggering an overhaul of scores of brightly hued products on American store shelves. Details of the plan are expected to be announced Tuesday afternoon by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy...
