After welcoming members and guests, President Sara Stein opened the Feb. 9 meeting of the Epiphany Ladies at Epiphany of Our Lord Church in Monessen by leading the flag pledge and the Prayer to St. Mi...

The Carnegie Free Library of McKeesport, 1507 Library Ave., McKeesport, is holding hip-hop dancing for seniors at 11 a.m. Thursday and March 27. Suggested donation is $2. Register at www.mckeesportlib...

• Westmoreland County Department of Human Services-Area Agency on Aging Caregiver Support Group meeting, McKenna Center for Active Adults, 971 Old Salem Road, Greensburg, 1 to 3 p.m. • White Oak Senio...

The following students were named to Ohio University’s fall 2024 president’s and dean’s lists: President’s list • Isabelle Guna, Venetia • Alexandra Kartsonas, Venetia • Kendall Lilley, Venetia • Aver...

FAMILY FEATURES It’s no secret that adding greens to your menu – morning, noon and night – can go a long way toward healthier eating habits. While most people think of lettuce, kale, spinach, cucumber...

Plain Sourdough Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Medium bowl Warm water Sourdough starter Salt Unbleached all-purpose flour Silicone spoon Sharp knife In medium bowl, combine 330 grams warm water, 9...

Cinnamon Brown Sugar Loaf Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Medium bowl Warm water Sourdough starter Salt Unbleached all-purpose flour Silicone spoon Softened butter Brown sugar Cinnamon Sharp knife ...

Chocolate Loaf Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Medium bowl Warm water Sourdough starter Salt Unbleached all-purpose flour Cocoa powder Sugar Silicone spoon Milk chocolate chips Sharp knife In mediu...

Everything Loaf Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Medium bowl Warm water Sourdough starter Salt Unbleached all-purpose flour Silicone spoon Everything bagel seasoning Sharp knife In medium bowl, comb...

“Women of Ireland, honoring the Daughters of Maeve” will be presented by Donna Jordan at 1 p.m. Monday at the Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Rostraver Township. Registration is required by...

• Epiphany Ladies meeting, Epiphany Church Hall, Monessen, following 10:30 a.m. Mass. • St. Dominic’s Men’s Club meeting, at the club, • VFW Post 1409 meeting, at the post, 793 E. Main St., Monongahel...

The weather this past week has given us a taste of spring with a reminder that winter isn’t over yet. Perfect weather for a hearty, creamy soup. The leeks at the grocery store on my last shopping trip...

Family Features Nothing says spring like a fish fry with the catch of the day. This Pan-Fried Catfish recipe is perfect for enjoying flaky fillets without the mess. Pan-Fried Catfish Servings: 4-6 1/3...

In my last column, I wrote about the changes in the physical environment of the Mon Valley since the arrival of the first settlers. We looked at the “bones” of the area, the trees, the rivers and the ...

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

• Hoagie sale (held by Monessen Volunteer Fire Department No. 2) Intersection of Grand and Monessen boulevards (Bart’s BP) and Intersection of Route 906 and Tyrol Boulevard, Italian hoagies, $9 each, ...

Pysanky egg classes will return to the Monongahela Area Library from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 15, March 22 and April 5; and 3 to 7 p.m. March 26. Classes are $25 per person, for ages 13 and olde...

The monthly meeting of Valley Garden Club was held Feb. 13 at Lynnwood Lutheran Church with 15 members in attendance. President Roxanne Huss presided and led the flag pledge. Treasurer/Secretary Pam G...

The Elizabeth Township Seniors will meet at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Butler’s Rock Run Inn. President Ed Ference will welcome members and guests, and Debbie Gilbert will offer the table blessing before lunc...