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July 20, 2026
Today in History: Today is Monday, July 20, the 201st day of 2026. There are 164 days left in the year. On July 20, 1969, astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin became the first men to walk...
Monday, July 20, 2026
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July 20, 2026
Happy Birthday: Realism, common sense and intelligence are key. Refuse to let outside influencers take precedence when work, money, health or your emotions are on the line. Turn the tables, and use yo...
Visits to husband’s grandkids have lost their appeal
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July 20, 2026
DEAR ABBY: I’m 56 years old and have been married for 12 years. I don’t want to drive an hour and a half to spend time with my husband’s grandbabies. I have done that on many occasions and choose not ...
A 20-year love story with Le Vian comes to the red carpet at MarBill Jewelers
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July 18, 2026
Join MarBill Jewelers on Thursday and walk the red carpet as they celebrate a remarkable journey — one that began with a story, grew into a friendship and continues to sparkle 20 years later. For the ...
Saint Sebastian Parish junque sale to be held
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July 18, 2026
Saint Sebastian Parish, 801 Broad Ave., North Belle Vernon, will host its 18th annual junque sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 24 and July 25. There will also be a fill a bag for $2 sale from 5:30 p.m. ...
TODAY IN HISTORY
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July 18, 2026
Today in History: Today is Saturday, July 18, the 199th day of 2026. There are 166 days left in the year. On July 18, 1976, at the Summer Olympics in Montreal, Nadia Comaneci of Romania became the fir...
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July 18, 2026
The University of Tampa has honored students who were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2026 semester. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.75 or higher to be eligible for the dean’s list. The foll...
CANCER
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July 18, 2026
CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Speak your mind, but be prepared to live with the consequences. Letting go is hard but also rejuvenating. Carrying burdens affects your emotional and mental well-being. LEO...
CANCER
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July 18, 2026
CANCER (June 21-July 22) Rethink your goals, and adjust whatever no longer works for you. Emotions will surface, changing your perspective regarding lifestyle, love and what you long for. LEO (July 23...
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Summer readers to discuss beaded beetles
July 18, 2026
The McKeesport Al-Anon group will meet at noon Tuesday at the McKeesport Area Shared Ministry Beulah Park United Methodist Church campus on Grandview Avenue. Al-Anon is a support and educational group...
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MONDAY
July 18, 2026
• 21st annual RESA regional police car show, Locust Street, Stockdale, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Free concert featuring The Booze Brothers, Lions Bandshell at Renziehausen Park, McKeesport, 7 p.m. • 5th ann...
Sibling worried brother will flake on new job
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SENSE AND SENSITIVITY
July 18, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: My brother is moving to rural Vietnam for a year to teach English, and I don’t think this is a good idea. My brother can’t stick to any commitment to save his life, and this experience...
How to protect your roses from black spot disease
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By JESSICA DAMIANO Associated Press 
July 17, 2026
Few garden plants attract as much admiration as roses. They’re as beautiful in the garden as they are in a vase, and their flowers are almost universally a symbol of love. Unfortunately, they don’t al...
In-laws’ clear favoritism doesn’t bode well for the future
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July 17, 2026
DEAR ABBY: My husband has a twin brother and a younger brother. After I met his family, it became clear that his parents openly favor his twin, “Kaden.” Based on childhood stories my husband and other...
New friend too eager to make plans
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SENSE AND SENSITIVITY
July 17, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: One of my childhood friends and his wife moved to my city about a year ago. While I’ve known him forever, I’ve grown much closer to his wife since they relocated. I genuinely enjoy her...
Friday, July 17, 2026
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July 17, 2026
Happy Birthday: Be discreet, choose your words wisely and do your best to stay out of trouble. Protect your image, reputation, position and whatever is meaningful. Use your intelligence and intuitive ...
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July 17, 2026
TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Friday, July17, the 198th day of 2026. There are 167 days left in the year. Also on this date: On July 17, 1955, Disneyland opened in Anaheim, California, after its $17 milli...
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July 17, 2026
• Self-Care Workshop, presented by Women of Distinction, includes self-care teaching and discussion, interactive activities, workshop materials and giveaways, Venue 313, 315 Schoonmaker Ave., Monessen...
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Donora’s Kennywood picnic set for Aug. 12
July 17, 2026
The next Crafts with Alice class will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday at the West Newton Senior Center, 103 E. Main St. All supplies will be included to create a unique project. Walk-ins are welcome or...