Lifestyles category, Page 75
New Kensington native’s new doughnut shop gives customers chance to customize treats
One’s imagination is the menu at a new doughnut shop in New Kensington. Customers of Lasko’s Little O’s can pick a glaze, choose toppings and select a drizzle to create a doughnut that maybe even Homer Simpson couldn’t dream up. “We’re like a Subway for doughnuts,” owner Mikey Lasko Sr....
Housing market slows retreat from rising seas, bigger storms
Chuck and Terry Nowiski lived in their country-style farmhouse with a wrap-around porch for 36 years before it flooded. After hurricanes Matthew and Florence, they said “yes” to the state’s offer to buy their place and tear it down. Nearly three years later, they’re still waiting for the money. What’s...
Father figures: These coaches teach more than skills; they serve as role models for their players
Fathering comes in all forms. For many dads, it means getting involved with their children’s sports activities. But for fathers who go even further and become coaches, they are impacting more than their children’s lives. They are serving as father figures, as role models, for groups of kids. Meet local...
Kentucky restaurant created by KFC founder for sale
SHELBYVILLE, Ky. — A restaurant created by KFC founder Harland Sanders for his wife decades ago is for sale. Claudia Sanders Dinner House in Shelbyville, Kentucky, hit the market this week, news outlets reported, citing a statement from the listing agents describing the nearly 25,000-square-foot restaurant and banquet hall. The...
Musser’s will open new location in DelmontVideo
As the summer growing season kicks into high gear, Larry Musser of Musser’s Farm Market in Penn Township is gearing up to boost his production to make produce available in more locations. A new Musser’s store will open this summer in the former Second Fiddle location on Route 66 in...
Pittsburgh Symphony tour showcases Shadyside, Squirrel Hill gardens
The inaugural Symphony Splendor Garden and Patio Tour in 2021 only scratched the surface of the beautiful outdoor oases of Shadyside and Squirrel Hill. Tour organizers decided to return to the neighborhoods this year to showcase nine more. They already had a waiting list of willing homeowners from the first...
Using their heads: Fox Chapel sisters create hats with bows and memories
Sarah Shelby was bundling up for a wintry day. She threw on a bulky warm coat and reached for her baseball hat. But something was missing. “I just didn’t feel feminine,” said Shelby, who is known for wearing signature bows in her hair. “I thought, ‘what if this signature baseball...
Jean-Marc Chatellier looking to sell his French bakery in Millvale
That reliable Frenchman who patrons have watched behind the counter for 30 years creating his sweet desserts and lovingly layering sheets of buttery dough for croissants is selling Jean-Marc Chatellier’s French Bakery in Millvale. And not to just anyone. “There are people who have wanted to buy the business to...
5 things to do with Dad on Father’s Day
What’s your plan for celebrating Father’s Day? Are you going to gather around the grill — again — for yet another round of burgers and beer? Chances are Dad is as tired of the same-old, same-old as the rest of the family. Here are a few suggestions for getting out...
Night of clean comedy benefits Myasthenia Gravis Association of Western Pa.
Family problems, health problems, fear of aging — they’re topics that most everyone can relate to, but not everyone sees the humor in them. Pittsburgh comedian David Kaye can, and he’ll share his wry observations during Comedy for a Cause on July 16 at Elements in North Huntingdon. “I look...
Why do some of my ice cubes have a little tiny spike on them?
Every once in a while, you may pull an ice cube tray out of the freezer and see that one of those cubes has a strange little spike on it that appears to be defying gravity. And the phenomenon that creates those spikes could be the sole reason for life...
Anthrocon to return to Pittsburgh for annual convention
The furries are returning to the ’Burgh — and in greater numbers. After missing the past two years because of the pandemic, the annual Anthrocon Convention will be June 30 to July 3 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. “We’ve had to expand to an 11th hotel,” said John...
Former Yak Diner in North Apollo reopens with new owners as Dolly’s Diner
An iconic roadside diner reopened Monday under new ownership and a new name in North Apollo. Dolly’s Diner, formerly the Yak Diner, welcomed patrons beginning at 6:30 a.m., after months of renovations and relocating of the classic 1950s-style diner from 2104 River Road less than a half-mile to its new...
For Father’s Day, try a weeknight-easy spiced steak
Thin cuts of steak such as flat iron and hanger are great for weeknight meals because they’re full of flavor and cook up fast. But a flavorful spice rub and quick marinade easily elevate the meat to a meal worthy of a special occasion. Pairing it with a simple side...
Kerber’s in North Huntingdon included in state’s annual Scooped Ice Cream Trail
June is National Dairy Month, and state officials are celebrating by asking residents to indulge in one of Pennsylvania’s most popular dairy products: ice cream. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development were joined by Gov. Tom Wolf in announcing the 30 creameries that make up the...
Marino’s American Eatery plans kitchen at Latrobe’s Four Seasons Brewing Co.
Sometimes you just want a pizza or plate of wings to go with your beer. The owners of Four Seasons Brewing Co. in Latrobe understand that and are working to satisfy customer cravings through a partnership with Marino’s American Eatery in Hempfield. They want patrons to be able to stay...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County: June 10-12
Louisiana swamp rock The SummerSounds concert series will host the Honey Island Swamp Band at 7 p.m. Friday in St. Clair Park in downtown Greensburg. The five-piece Louisiana-based outfit plays Southern rock, with echoes of Little Feat, Dr. John, The Allman Brothers and Levon Helm. The band formed in 2005...
North Huntingdon jewelry maker Lucy Kelly shares secrets of her success
The summer of 2010 was going to be “the summer of self-improvement” for Lucy Kelly. On the verge of turning 30, living in Pittsburgh’s South Hills and working as a speech pathologist in the Hopewell School District, she was looking for a hobby to fill up some free time. She...
Bantam Jeep Festival celebrates vehicle in its Butler birthplace
They call it “the wave.” If you know, you know. Jeep owners acknowledge each other by holding up two or three fingers from their steering wheel when they pass by on the road. There will be a lot of waving this weekend. Jeep enthusiasts will gather Friday through Sunday at...
Bloomfield maintains traditions in a young, hip scene: A Pittsburgh guide
One of Pittsburgh’s largest neighborhoods, Bloomfield is best known for its Italian-American heritage and history. Despite seeing changes over the last couple of decades, the neighborhood is still home to a good variety of Italian-American staples, even if many of the neighbors are now millennial transplants. This combination provides an...
High prices, low inventory, a new norm for car shoppers
Shopping for a new or used car over the last couple of years has become a more challenging endeavor. Because of the covid-19 pandemic and its after-effects, we’ve had to deal with factory closures, supply chain issues, a worldwide shortage of semiconductor chips, vehicle shortages, price hikes on dealer lots...
Off-grid living beckons more than just hardy pioneer types
Living off-grid conjures images of survivalists in remote places and a rustic, “Little House on the Prairie” lifestyle with chores from morning to night. Yet only a tiny fraction of people living off-grid do it like that, and fewer still live more than an hour from any town. “Living off-grid...
North Side’s National Aviary celebrates World Ocean Day all summer
Pittsburgh is known as a city that cares about its three rivers, but there are things residents can do to embrace larger bodies of water. “Oceans may feel far away, but we can collectively have a positive impact on oceans and marine life from right here in Pittsburgh,” said Cathy...
Hosta Show returns to Soergel Orchards in Wexford
The Daffodil and Hosta Society of Western Pennsylvania’s 28th Hosta Show is back following a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The Hosta Show is a juried show that offers the opportunity to hosta enthusiasts in the Western Pennsylvania area to showcase their best hostas. Entries for the juried show...
Out & About: Women of Westmoreland relaunches after pandemic pause
Like so many other organizations, Women of Westmoreland paused its activities during the pandemic. The networking and professional development organization got back to business with a relaunch event on May 24 at Bella Terra Vineyards in Hunker. The group last met on the day before the pandemic shutdown, noted Lisa...
