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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
Out & About: CASA of Westmoreland recognizes special advocates
Leadership is more than just talking, it’s doing. That was the message Executive Director Mitchell Samick gave to attendees at the 14th annual CASA of Westmoreland Leadership Breakfast, held April 28 at Word of Life Church in Hempfield. For CASA, that means providing court-appointed advocates to be a voice in...
Out & About: Mental health advocates honored at 'Innovations' dinner
Dr. Lisa Issac said she was “honored, humbled, shocked and overjoyed” to receive the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award from Mental Health America of Southwestern PA, but her resume speaks for itself. A Monroeville resident and former chief of medical services at Torrance State Hospital, Issac continues to serve various organizations...
Kentucky Derby hat styles: Bigger is often better
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Kentucky Derby is arguably the world’s most famous horse race. It’s also a chance for racegoers to strut their fashion stuff. Seersucker suits, floral dresses and bright colors abound, but racegoers famously elevate their style to another level with their grand collection of hats and fascinators....
'No Addict Left Behind' details heartbreak of addiction and the hope of recovery
Joey Pagano sat on the sidewalk across from the Charleroi police station. The year was 2011. He called his mother, Cindy Pagano, and told her he couldn’t take it anymore. He had just robbed a gas station. He needed drugs. His life was unravelling. “I wanted to die,” Pagano said....
Setting the scene for King Charles III's coronation
Fans of the British royal family will gather Saturday outside Westminster Abbey in London for the coronation of King Charles III. Pittsburghers who want to celebrate with other royal watchers but couldn’t cross the pond are cordially invited to observe the proceedings in Shaler. Starting at 6 a.m. (11 a.m....
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: May 5-7
Welcome back Opening day activities are set for 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday at Historic Hanna’s Town, 809 Forbes Trail Road, Hempfield. The day will include living history displays and demonstrations by Proctor’s Militia I.B.W.C.P. and blacksmithing with Rex Baughman. Penn State Master Gardeners will give naturalist talks in...
Free museum day highlights Ligonier Valley history, heritage
Ligonier Valley Free Museum Day will once again highlight the rich history and culture of the Ligonier Valley, with six sites offering free admission, new exhibits, activities and demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. “Free Museum Day is a fun way to share the Ligonier Valley’s storied history,...
No Mow May? Good intentions, bad approach, critics say
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve heard about the #NoMowMay movement that’s been gaining steam on social media and in eco-conscious circles these past few years. Started in 2019 by citizen scientists in the United Kingdom, the call for homeowners to abstain from mowing their lawns during the month...
Pittsburgh Brewing's IC’d Tea returns to shelves after selling out
The new combination of two beloved Pittsburgh beverages — Turner’s iced tea and Iron City Beer — is back on the shelves. Pittsburgh Brewing Company’s new creation, IC’d Tea, hit shelves across Southwestern Pennsylvania in mid-April. Demand was strong and about a week later it had completely sold out, said...
Plant sales are in bloom all over Westmoreland, Allegheny counties
Seventy-degree days in February and 40-degree days in May. While the weather around these parts has been topsy-turvy of late, there’s one thing that home gardeners can depend on — plant sales will start popping up in May. “As cold as it’s been, people are ready to plant something warm...
Inside the Met Gala: A furry feline star, a tardy Cinderella 
Jared Leto was looking for a place to hang his hat. Er, actually his head. Leto was walking around the cocktail reception at the Met Gala, not long after his big entrance on the carpet as Choupette, designer Karl Lagerfeld’s famous cat, in a full-on white fur suit with very...
Aged Van Winkle bourbons featured in upcoming PLCB lottery
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s next round of lottery drawings for more than 3,900 specialty bottles will take place next week. Registration will be open through 5 p.m. on Friday. The lottery is only open to Pennsylvania residents and liquor-license holders. Winners will have a chance to purchase limited-release bourbon...
These shrimp tacos show seafood and cheese can get along
If you think seafood and cheese don’t mix, these incredible shrimp tacos will change your mind. Tacos gobernador, or “governor’s tacos,” are a modern Mexican classic. A blend of shrimp and melty cheese is tucked inside tortillas that then are folded and cooked like a quesadilla. The tacos are said...
It's Met Gala time again — here's what we know so far 
NEW YORK — Last year, it took 275,000 bright pink roses to adorn the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Met Gala, the biggest night in fashion and one of the biggest concentrations of star power anywhere. It remains to be seen how the museum’s Great Hall will be decorated...
Irwin mom hopes to fund beach trips for sick kids in daughter's memory
Bernadette Flowers was born ready to take on the world. She was lifting and turning her head before leaving the hospital, rolling over within a week and babbling a blue streak at an early age. “She loved life and gave unconditional love to everyone,” said her mother, Stephanie Apone of...
Out & About: Westmoreland Walks in the pink for annual fashion show
Westmoreland Walks board members and supporters are passionate about two things, fighting breast cancer — and fashion. The two seemingly disparate interests came together for the organization’s annual Passionately Pink Fashion Show, on April 22 at Westmoreland County Community College in Hempfield. Guests were treated to a parade of the...
Out & About: Ligonier Valley Historical Society food fest packs 'em in
A group of area restaurants put their best foods forward for Ligonier Valley Historical Society’s 30th Tastes of the Town, on April 20 in The Barn at Ligonier Valley. Surveying the packed house, Ligonier Borough Mayor Ormond “Butch” Bellas said, “It’s great to get together as a community and enjoy...
Out & About: Greensburg-Jeannette NAACP hosts annual banquet
“Looking Back While Moving Forward” was the theme for the annual Greensburg-Jeannette NAACP Human Rights Banquet, held April 22 at Greensburg Country Club. It’s a pivotal time in history not just for the organization, but for society itself, said branch President Ruth Tolbert. “We find ourselves in a period of...
Out & About: Saint Vincent seniors exhibit digital media creations
Senior students from four disciplines came together to exhibit works from their digital media professional capstone project at Saint Vincent College. Their work is showing through May 5 in the Verostko Center for the Arts on the Unity campus, where an April 19 opening reception drew a large crowd. “Collectively...
Mirror image: Quirky O'Hara home for sale for $899,000
This home will be a true reflection of the new owner. Known as the “Mirror House,” the residence is covered in mirrors on the outside as well as inside on walls, ceilings — pretty much everywhere one looks they see themselves. You kind of have to see it to believe...
Andy Warhol portrait of O.J. Simpson goes on auction block
NEW YORK — It was 1977, and Andy Warhol was at work on his “Athletes” series, portraits of top sports personalities who, he felt, were gaining cultural prominence just like “the movie stars of yesterday.” One of them was then the star running back of the Buffalo Bills: O.J. Simpson....
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: April 28-30
Final recital The Friday Evening Music Club of the Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra will present its season-finale recital at 7:30 p.m. Friday in the Campana Chapel at the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg, 150 Finoli Drive, Hempfield. The program will include Roger Cazden on flute with Josie Merlino on piano playing works by...
From Sanders to Sauce, NFL draft fashion evolves over time
HOUSTON — Deion Sanders became the NFL draft’s first fashion icon by accessorizing a black and white tracksuit with loads of sparkling gold jewelry and dark shades when he took the call from the Atlanta Falcons before they selected him fifth overall in 1989. As memorable as Sanders’ draft swag...
Mattel introduces first Barbie with Down syndrome
WASHINGTON — Toy company Mattel revealed its first Barbie doll representing a person with Down syndrome on Tuesday. Mattel collaborated with the National Down Syndrome Society to create the Barbie and “ensure the doll accurately represents a person with Down syndrome,” the company said. Design features of the new Barbie...
Flaming dragon in 'Fantasmic' show is latest in a series of Disneyland mishaps 
LOS ANGELES — Certain fire effects at Disney properties will be temporarily suspended after an animatronic dragon used in Disneyland’s “Fantasmic” show burst into flames Saturday night, startling the audience and prompting evacuations. Disney officials say similar fire effects will be temporarily suspended at company theme parks across the globe,...


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