The Italian Society of Mutual Aid (ISMA) club in Monessen presented two scholarships to Monessen High School graduates. Shown during the scholarship check presentations and dinner, from left, are ISMA...

Today in history: Today is Tuesday, June 16, the 167th day of 2026. There are 198 days left in the year. On June 16, 1963, the world’s first female space traveler, Valentina Tereshkova, 26, was launch...

The following students were named to the fourth-quarter honor roll of the 2025-26 year at Charleroi Area Middle School: Grade 8 Highest honors Ernest Ananto, Scott Baker, Charlemagne Charlite, Julie D...

Aidan Shetterly of Perryopolis graduated with the spring 2026 class from Bucknell University in Lewisburg, Pa. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in computer engineering and a Bachelor of Manage...

Happy Birthday: Strive to make a difference in your life this year. Put your energy into going through the proper channels to bring about the changes you want to make. Preparation is essential if you ...

DEAR ABBY: I invited a friend, “Sybil,” to dinner at a fine dining, special occasion restaurant to celebrate her birthday. About a month before, I called to say I had also asked someone else to join u...

DEAR HARRIETTE: My closest cousin recently passed away due to her age. It was a big shock to the entire family. Growing up, she always made me feel welcomed on her side of the family, took time to sho...

Vikings, fjords and classical music by Edvard Grieg made up most of what we knew about Norway a month ago; we’ve returned home with a bit more knowledge and a profound sense of awe. We tried to learn ...

FEATURE IMPACT Between busy schedules, daily responsibilities and the seemingly nonstop pace of everyday life, taking time to disconnect can feel impossible. This summer, make an effort to step away f...

• McKeesport’s 62nd annual Good Neighbor Day, (community groups, regional service agencies, local businesses, crafters, food vendors and more) Fifth Avenue from Market to Locust, McKeesport, 10 a.m. t...

The Annita Garibaldi Society of Belle Vernon celebrated its annual Mother’s Day banquet on May 17 at the Lock 4 restaurant at Smitty’s Marina, lower Speers. President Janet Strahosky welcomed all and,...

The first in a series of concerts in the park will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday at Gallatin-Sunnyside Park, 1942 Gallatin Tigers Road, Monongahela (Forward Township). Back Roads will perfor...

Happy Birthday: Take on a new adventure. Whether you plan to travel, enlist in educational pursuits or expand your circle of friends, the outcome will enrich your life and encourage you to trust your ...

DEAR ABBY: My father passed away and left me a large sum of money. One of the first things I did was pay off my husband’s debts totaling over $140,000. I also paid off my vehicle. I also paid $600,000...

• Roscoe Lions Club meeting, Hoss’s Steak and Sea House, Rostraver Township, 5:30 p.m. • Archbishop Elko Donora Knights of Columbus Council 1941 meeting, K of C room, St. Andrew the Apostle Donora chu...

Today in history: Today is Monday, June 15, the 166th day of 2026. There are 199 days left in the year. On June 15, 1904, more than 1,000 people died when fire erupted aboard the steamboat PS General ...

TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Saturday, June 13, the 164th day of 2026. There are 201 days left in the year. On June 13, 1971, The New York Times began publishing excerpts of the Pentagon Papers, a top se...

DEAR ABBY: At the company where I work, multiple departments share a workspace. While most of my colleagues are quiet and considerate, certain members of one department are very loud. They talk nonsto...

A Juneteenth celebration will be held from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 20 at Anthony E. Madison Sr. Veterans Memorial Park in Monessen. Food and craft vendors are needed and entertainers are welcome. Contac...

• Bingo, Carroll Township Volunteer Fire Department, 130 Baird St., Monongahela, doors open at 6 p.m., bingo starts at 7 p.m. • Monongahela Elks Loge 455 holding Flag Day observance, Chess Park, Monon...