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...

BY CHRISTINE HAINES For the MVI After spending nearly two weeks in Norway, my husband and I realized we had eaten few traditional Norwegian meals. Seriously, there really aren’t “Norwegian” restaurant...

Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court Monessen 776 met on May 20 at the Epiphany of Our Lord Church Hall in Monessen. The Chaplet of the Little Crown of the Blessed Virgin Mary was read, rememberin...

The following students have been named to the Westmoreland County Community College President’s List for attaining a minimum 4.0 QPA for the spring 2026 semester Belle Vernon Benjamin Lowden, Crystal ...

Elizabeth Forward High School Class of 1971 is planning its 55-year reunion for Oct. 16 with the theme “Finding Joy in the Journey.” The planning committee met May 13 and will meet again at noon June ...

DEAR ABBY: My sister is involved with a wealthy man who is 20 years older. Their affair (they are both married) is now on year six as far as I know. My sister’s husband is in poor health. Abby, she to...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I spend a lot of time at my boyfriend’s family home, and I’ve always felt comfortable there. I’ve known him and his siblings for years, so being around his family feels natural. Recent...