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Grab the mustard and onions — it’s National Hot Dog Day
Although the hot dog doesn’t always get a lot of respect, Americans eat an estimated 20 billion of them every year. That’s roughly 70 per person. That’s enough to get the lowly tube steak some formal recognition — July 22 is National Hot Dog Day. If you find yourself passing...
Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix taking a road less traveled this year
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix is traveling a different road this year. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the annual event that encompasses most of Schenley Park “shifted gears,” according to organizers. There will be some smaller happenings on various roads in the region instead of the large 10-day gathering, which...
Warrendale-based rue21 plans to open 3 new stores amid pandemic
Warrendale-based rue21 found a way to make it through a trying time for retailers during the coronavirus pandemic. While some specialty stores filed for bankruptcy or closed, rue21 will open brick-and-mortar stores in South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas this month, according to a press release. The company sells casual apparel...
Alice in Wonderland-themed cocktail party planned for Pittsburgh
It’s billed as “the tea party to end all tea parties” — only it’s more of a cocktail party. Figuring the middle of pandemic is as good a time as any to go down the rabbit hole and through the looking glass, the team behind The Wizard’s Den and Beyond...
Bill Fuller: Changes in dining restrictions hurt Big Burrito Restaurant business
Constant fluctuations in the allowed restaurant dining capacity prompted Big Burrito Restaurant Group to temporarily close all of its specialty restaurants, including Alta Via, Casbah, Eleven, Kaya, Soba and Umi, company President Bill Fuller said Monday. “It just isn’t worth it,” said Fuller, who furloughed 193 people. “We decided to...
Latrobe banana split fest goes virtual with pageant, race
As summer nears an end, Latrobe will feature entertainment and competitions as well as crown a princess as part of its annual Great American Banana Split Celebration. But this year, because of the covid-19 pandemic, people will visit online on Aug. 25 to enjoy a virtual version of the festival....
Bloomfield’s Little Italy Days festival rescheduled for fallVideo
Bloomfield’s Little Italy Days have been rescheduled. The four-day Italian festival is now planned for Oct. 8-11, producer Sal Richetti said Monday. Richetti made the decision last week because of the ever-changing restrictions surrounding the coronavirus pandemic. “I’ve been monitoring the situation and because of all the restrictions, I felt...
Tricks to make mayonnaise your go-to secret ingredient of the summer
Granted, it doesn’t roll off the tongue like “Jimmy ‘the Greek’ Snyder” or “Vlad ‘the Impaler’ Tepes,” but, over the years I’ve acquired the sobriquet, “Jim ‘Won’t-Shut-Up-About-the Visigoths’ DeWan.” But, come on, who doesn’t love a bit of the old barbarian? Like that time Alaric and his gang sacked Rome....
Express yourself: It’s World Emoji Day
Thanks to texts and tweets, we’re all about quick and simple communication — the quicker and simpler, the better. That’s where the emoji comes in — why type “I’m happy” or “I’m sad,” when a quick click can give plenty of options for expressing those emotions and an array of...
Wyano church hoping Elvis impersonator, sweets will help raise the roof
Elvis may have left the building, but he’ll be on the lawn of the Wyano “Coal Patch Town” Fellowship Church come Sunday. Almost a year after the church reopened to public services, work is underway to upgrade the more than 100-year-old building. Church members will host a cake walk fundraiser,...
Summer restaurant weeks coming to Greensburg, Pittsburgh
As pandemic restrictions drag on, eating seems like one of the few entertainments left to enjoy. In that vein, restaurant weeks are coming to both Greensburg and Pittsburgh during August. Things might be a little different this time around, organizers say, but there still will be plenty of opportunities to...
Westmoreland diversity group plans Zoom discussion of ‘Just Mercy’Video
Westmoreland Diversity Coalition will host a July 23 Zoom discussion of “Just Mercy,” a memoir about the Equal Justice Initiative by its founder Bryan Stevenson. The discussion will begin at 7:30 p.m. The book covers the work of the Alabama-based nonprofit that provides legal representation to prisoners who may have...
‘Friendly Fire’ rye whiskey on sale this weekend at Fort LigonierVideo
When Fort Ligonier Museum supporters were naming a special-edition rye whiskey to debut at a 2019 fundraiser, they looked no farther than the Ligonier museum’s own Washington Gallery. A painting there depicts a 26-year-old George Washington’s “friendly fire” incident in 1758 that nearly claimed the life of the then-Virginia colonel....
Phish’s favorite artist designs image for Pittsburgh’s Commonplace Coffee
An artist noted for his work with the jam band Phish is teaming up with Pittsburgh’s Commonplace Coffee for a line of limited-edition merchandise. Jim Pollock, who has been creating iconic art for the music industry and many brands and businesses for more than 30 years, has designed coffee mug...
Forbes State Forest programs include snakes, hikes and more
These public programs will take place during July and August in Forbes State Forest: • Spruce Flats Bog Tour, 10-11 a.m. Saturday. Learn about the history of this unusual mountain wetland and its interesting plants. Come prepared for an easy, ½-mile, round-trip walk. Registration is limited to 5 participants. •...
Apple ‘n Arts plans to scale back fall festival
While a final decision has not been made yet, organizers for the annual Apple ’n Arts Festival are considering paring it back to an apple cider drive-thru this year due to the covid-19 pandemic and the ever-evolving health and safety guidelines associated with it. Festival officials on Tuesday night laid...
Penn State New Ken instructor the next Women of Alle Kiski Engaging speaker
Communication is important in all aspects of life. It might be even more so during a coronavirus pandemic. “Society has become so focused on the question ‘What’s in it for me?’ that we are almost paralyzed when it comes to interpersonal communication,” said Cathi Gerhard, lecturer at Penn State New...
Unity museum program will provide trip through Pennsylvania highway history
The evolution of Pennsylvania’s road system will be discussed by Jeff Kitsko July 27 at the Lincoln Highway Experience transportation museum in Unity. The program, “Pennsylvania Highways: From Dirt Trails to Concrete Roads,” is set for 7 p.m. at the museum along Route 30 eastbound, southeast of Latrobe. Seating is...
It’s National Mac and Cheese Day: Dig in to these free offers
Yesterday, we celebrated National French Fry Day — but if you prefer your carbs in the form of pasta, today is your lucky day. July 14 is National Mac and Cheese Day. Celebrate by taking advantage of one of these deals: • Stouffer’s brand of frozen prepared foods invites mac...
Zappos tries something new: sell 1 shoe instead of 2
Zappos is trying out new ways to sell shoes: allow shoppers to buy a single shoe at a time or purchase a pair in two different sizes. The tests, which started Tuesday, are aimed at amputees, those with differing foot sizes and others who have been left out by the...
Summer in Ligonier Arts and Crafts set for this weekend
Summer in Ligonier Arts and Crafts is planned for Friday and Saturday in downtown Ligonier. The event, running from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. both days, will feature vendor sales in Diamond Park, along with merchant sidewalk sales. Vendors will offer wares including handcrafted jewelry, carved and painted gourds, pen and ink...
2 Western Pennsylvania shops make list of state’s top creameries
From basic vanilla to chunky rocky road, few things taste better on a hot summer day than a cold scoop of ice cream. Plop it into a bowl, stack it in a cone or blend it in a thick shake, and you have a treat that helps you beat the...
Farmers market returning to Pittsburgh’s downtown Market Square
The Market Square Farmers Market returns Thursday to its namesake home in downtown Pittsburgh. Now in its 16th season, the market was operating temporarily at a location near the David L. Lawrence Convention Center to facilitate increased social distancing and pedestrian access. The Market Square venue will be open 10...
It’s National French Fry Day: Here’s where to get some hot deals
Today is National French Fry Day, and restaurants nationwide are marking the occasion by offering free fries and other deals. Deals available at chains with restaurants in Western Pennsylvania include: • Burger King: Several offers, including large fries for $1, are available on the BK app. App specials are listed...
Celebrate Bastille Day with this delicious mussels dish
The French celebrate Bastille Day July 14. Salute them with this easy-to-prepare, delicious dinner. It takes only minutes to cook. Figure about 2 pounds mussels per person. Store the mussels in the refrigerator. The commercially raised mussels available today are cleaner than they used to be. Just wash them in...
