• Summer media camp for teens begins and runs through Thursday, McKeesport Area High School, 1960 Eden Park Blvd., 10 a.m. to noon. • Washington Township Seniors meeting, Center on the Hill, 100 Summi...

DEAR ABBY: I am estranged from my father and have been since I was 12. (I’m currently 26.) He was emotionally, psychologically and physically abusive to me, and cutting ties with him has been good for...

Today in history: Today is Friday, June 26, the 177th day of 2026. There are 188 days left in the year. On June 26, 2015, in its 5-4 Obergefell v. Hodges decision, the U.S. Supreme Court legalized sam...

Local students graduate from Point Park University The following local students received their degrees in May from Point Park University in Pittsburgh : Tyler Beck, West Mifflin, Bachelor of Arts Ange...

Here’s a look at lunch menus for local centers for next week: (All menus may be subject to change.) Center in the Woods, Center on the Hill, Donora, Monongahela, Perryopolis and Riverside Place Monday...

The Vargas Girls Pinup girls participated for the fifth year as reenactors at the 35th annual World War II Weekend in Reading, Pa. This event is one of the largest WWII events and air show in the U.S....

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been a widow for nine years and just got engaged. When I asked my fiance if I could put a picture of my late husband in our new home, he became upset. He said he shouldn’t have to walk...

DEAR HARRIETTE: As a member of Gen Z, many of my social media feeds are filled with rotating headlines about the latest global news. I have noticed that many of my friends are unsure about how to deve...

Happy Birthday: Explore the possibilities. Learn a new skill, update your resume and pursue something that fulfills you.An open mind and cheerful attitude will help you elaborate on your situation and...

• Greenock Log Home tours, part of the Elizabeth Township/Elizabeth Township Historical Society 250th celebration, 1235 Greenock Buena Vista Rd, McKeesport, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature re...

Magician Steve Haberman will kick off the Belle Vernon Public Library’s summer reading programs at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Community Bank Park, located on Graham Street in North Belle Vernon. Magic enthusi...

The following students were named to the dean’s list for the spring semester at Grove City College: • Logan Baker, Eighty Four • Alexis Davis, Monongahela • Natalie Driscoll, Clairton • Lia Grandi, We...

Today in history: Today is Thursday, June 25, the 176th day of 2026. There are 189 days left in the year. On June 25, 1950, war broke out in Korea as forces from the communist North invaded the South....

DEAR ABBY: I have worked with “Bev” for 12 years. She is insufferable. I love my job and my other co-workers, but they all feel the same way as I do. Bev is a domineering, bullying, entitled woman in ...

Happy Birthday: Emotions will be close to the surface this year. You’ll encounter highs and lows that will make life interesting. Tell it like it is, question anyone who elaborates beyond your compreh...

• All shorts and shortsleeve shirts are 50% off, California United Methodist Church care and share thrift store, 227 Third St., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Strawberry festival (vendors Charmella’s Jewels, The ...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have been friends with someone for close to 10 years now. Over that time, we have seen each other through many transitions and changes. As we move into young adulthood, we are facing...

For the MVI The Belle Vernon Area Rotary Club awarded $21,000 in scholarships at its annual scholarship dinner held June 4 at Cedarbrook Golf Course, Rostraver Township. Students from the Belle Vernon...

Tickets are on sale for Belle Vernon Area’s Kennywood Park Day set for July 14. Tickets are $35 per person and can be purchased with cash or check from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Ro...

This weekend’s Juneteenth celebration in McKeesport ended with a community prayer service at Pavilion No. 2 in Renziehausen Park. The day was filled with food and fellowship with a sermon focused on f...