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HONOR ROLLS
February 6, 2025
The following students were named to the Belle Vernon Area Middle School’s 2024-25 second quarter honor roll: Grade 7 Highest honors Saraswoti Adhikari, Shaun James Baker, Taylor J Bergman, Cameron Ro...
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February 6, 2025
• Free accessories, including hats, scarves, gloves, belts, ties and socks, Care & Share thrift store, 227 Third St., California, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 724-9382270. • Eucharistic...
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Christina’s Cakes sale to be held at Penn Highlands
February 6, 2025
With the Carnegie Library of McKeesport closed through Friday of this week, hours have been extended from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the White Oak branch, 169 Victoria Drive. For questions, call 412-678-2...
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LIBRARY DONATIONS
February 6, 2025
The Monongahela Area Library shelved the following in January: Memorials Emily (Amelia) Adams “The Last Bookstore on Earth” by Lily Braun-Arnold, “After Life” by Gayle Forman, “Where the Creek Bends” ...
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK CELEBRATED
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February 6, 2025
Saints Joachim and Anne Catholic Parish intern Luke L. Lisowski visited Mary of Nazareth Catholic School in White Oak on Jan. 31 to conclude Catholic Schools Week. Many extra activities and open house...
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February 5, 2025
• Long Branch Sportsmen’s Club meeting, at the club house, 44 Sphar St., 7:30 p.m. • Free accessories including hats, scarves, gloves, belts, ties and socks, Care & Share thrift store, California Unit...
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Snowy’s Chocolates on sale today at
February 5, 2025
A Big Game Gyro and pastries sale will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at St. Spyridon Hellenic Center, Grand Boulevard in Monessen.
Mental fitness is in: How to stay sharp in a distracted world
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By By SHWETA GADHIA For the AP 
February 5, 2025
Are you struggling to stay focused in an age of pings, notifications and multitasking? The digital revolution has brought convenience but eroded our attention spans, leaving many struggling to stay sh...
What’s the healthiest way to prepare vegetables? The way that makes you eat them
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By ALBERT STUMM Associated Press 
February 5, 2025
In Carlene Thomas’ experience, two types of people ask her advice as a dietitian about the healthiest way to prepare vegetables. Those looking to improve their diet are curious about how different coo...
AI wants to fix your love life — but can it really be hacked?
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By By ROBIN DONOVAN For the AP 
February 5, 2025
Artificial intelligence, or AI, is everywhere these days, from curating your social media feed to telling you which show to stream next. Now, AI is plunging head over heels into making love connection...
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HONOR ROLLS
February 4, 2025
The following students were named to the 2024-25 second-quarter honor roll at Belle Vernon Area High School: Grade 12 Highest honors Braden Douglas Andrews, Gina Francesca Bellissimo, Zachary Allen Bi...
The importance of wellness exams after 50
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February 4, 2025
Routine health check-ups can keep doctors and patients on the same page. Metro Creative Services Seniors are a growing and increasingly prosperous demographic. As the senior population increases, a gr...
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February 4, 2025
• Donora Library board of directors meeting, at the library, 510 Meldon Ave., 5:30 p.m. • Narcan training, Carnegie Free Library of McKeesport, 1507 Library Ave., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 412-672-0625 f...
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VALLEY CLUB NOTES
February 4, 2025
The monthly meeting of the Epiphany Ladies will be held following the 10:30 a.m. Sunday Mass in the Epiphany of Our Lord Church Hall in Monessen. The Corporal Work of Mercy theme this month is “Comfor...
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February fish fry dates set at Belle Vernon VFC
February 4, 2025
Eucharistic Adoration will be held 9 a.m. to midnight Friday at St. Andrew the Apostle Donora church, Second Street Extension and Park Manor Road in Donora. Fish frys will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p....
Let these nachos be the hit at any gathering
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February 1, 2025
Metro Creative Services Chips and dip always work when entertaining, and the potential flavor combinations of this classic party offering are endless. When it comes to nachos, the dip and the chip are...
Don’t let winter weather catch your pantry unprepared
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By By LAURA SAMPSON AP 
February 1, 2025
Winter weather can be unpredictable, with snowstorms, ice or freezing temperatures keeping you indoors at opportune times. When the forecast turns grim, the last thing you want is to find your pantry ...
Celebrate the Chinese New Year with deep-fried wontons
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February 1, 2025
Metro Creative Services The Chinese New Year is a unique celebration with a global footprint. While many of the more awe-inspiring celebrations may occur within China, that doesn’t mean there aren’t w...
Blueberries bring fruity tartness to this streusel-topped German cake
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By CHRISTOPHER KIMBALL Christopher Kimball's Milk Street 
February 1, 2025
Classic German Streuselkuchen is a lush, fine-crumbed, yeasted cake topped with a remarkably hefty amount of buttery-crisp streusel. It’s the perfect coffee cake for breakfast, brunch or a casual dess...