Diabetes, obesity and thyroid disease topics of next Innovations in Medicine Programming at Penn Highlands Mon Valley Innovations in Medicine, the community programming that Penn Highlands Mon Valley ...

The following students have completed requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania as of May 2024: ALLEGHENY COUNTY Clairton Autumn Regina Eckley, Bachelor of Science in nursing...

“Let’s Party” was the theme of Valley Garden Club’s biannual Standard Flower Show July 11 at the Mon Valley YMCA in Carroll Township. Valley Garden Club is a member of National Garden Clubs Inc., Cent...

DEAR ABBY: My mother is toxic. She had a terrible childhood, and she takes it out on me and my younger siblings. I live far away; they live in the same town as she does. If they don’t drop everything ...

DEAR HARRIETTE: At 36, after I’ve spent 10 years as a devoted housewife and raising our three boys, my husband’s recent job loss due to health-related issues has brought us to a crossroads: How can I ...

Family fun and kids’ games will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Greenock Log House in Elizabeth Township. Experience life as an 18th century family right here in Elizabeth Township, includ...

Here’s a look at lunch menus for local centers for next week: (All menus may be subject to change.)

• Christmas in July fundraiser, Kruper Park, 137 First St., Smithton, 3 to 5 p.m. Hosted by the Lt. Wayne S. Forsythe American Legion Post in Smithton, proceeds will support the Rostraver Township Pol...

DEAR ABBY: I have been in a relationship with “Ben” for 13 years, but I have been to his parents’ home only twice. I really love him. We never go anywhere or do anything together. He has never given m...

DEAR HARRIETTE: Today at my bakery, I received a delightful surprise: a box of freshly picked wildflowers left on the doorstep with a card that read, “For the sweetest baker in town.” This unexpected ...

• Elizabeth Firemen’s Riverfest opens 6 p.m. with a DJ, followed by Totally 80s band at 8 p.m. and fireworks at 10 p.m., at the Elizabeth Riverfront Park. • Charleroi Area High School Class of 1979 in...

The 69th annual Staffen reunion was held July 20 at Cedar Creek Park, Rostraver Township. There were 55 in attendance. Beverly Bonnell gave the blessing of the food. Third-generation-family members Vi...

St. Paul Baptist Church, 49 S. McKean Ave., Donora, will hold its monthly food distribution 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until food is gone) on Friday. Proof of income, documentation or identification is not...

DEAR ABBY: My 25-year-old son lives with his two girlfriends, who are also romantically involved with each other. They share a single bedroom. One of them has a baby due this week, and the other has m...

• Day camp for ages 8-18, hosted by Penn State Extension and the City of Monessen, Monessen City Park. The camp will include free hands-on activities and lunch. For an application, contact Karen Cosne...

The following area students were named to the dean’s list of Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, for the spring 2024 semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a semester grade point...

The following have applied for marriage licenses through the Westmoreland County Register of Wills: • Noah Alec Leo Roach, 23, and Emma Lee Curren, 21, both of White Oak • David Michal Gawron, 33, and...

Penn Highlands Healthcare welcomes triple- board-certified oncologist and hematologist Dr. Rodney Jamil to its medical staff. Jamil joins the team at Penn Highlands Oncology/Hematology, located at 116...

Have you ever heard of a blue zone? Blue zones are regions in the world where people are claimed to live longer than average. These regions are associated with lower rates of chronic diseases and a lo...

DEAR ABBY: I’m a Chinese man born in the United States. My girlfriend, whom I’ve yet to meet in person, lives in China and is 24 years younger than I am. (I live in California.) We’re awaiting approva...