For the MVI Gather unused prescription medications and expired over-the-counter drugs to dispose of them safely during the semi-annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at Penn Highlands Mon Va...

• “Surviving the Holidays,” from Grief-Share, Bible Chapel in Rostraver, 203 Johnson Ave., Belle Vernon, 6 to 8 p.m. Sign up at GriefShare.org if you are planning to attend. • Bingo, North Belle Verno...

DEAR ABBY: This letter is embarrassing to write. When calling in a fast-food order, my husband wants me to ask the price of each item and becomes upset if they vary from the online menu price. I under...

• California United Women in Faith first fall meeting, California United Methodist Church, 227 Third St., California, 11 a.m. • Epiphany Ladies meeting, church hall, Monessen, 6 p.m. • South Hills Coi...

You’re going places this year. Concentrate on expanding your plans and pursuing your dreams. Discipline and hard work will pay off and change your ideas about what’s important to you. Building a healt...

Losing a pet is the first time many children encounter death. The experience can become an opportunity for profound emotional learning and influence how young people understand and process grief when ...

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married 56 years. For the past year or so, we quarrel about everything — major issues and minor, insignificant things. There is nothing but bickering, disagreemen...

The Elizabeth Township Seniors will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Butler’s Golf Course banquet room, 800 Rock Run Road, Elizabeth. The menu, which will be served at noon, will include sauerkrau...

• Final Music in the Park, featuring Renee and Bill (From the Top) classic rock favorites, Palmer Park, 1400 Palmer Park Road, Donora, 6 to 9 p.m. The event is presented by the Donora Smog Commemorati...

A meet and greet with Robert Marusak, dean of Forestry and Wood Science, Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague, will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Donora Public Library, 510 Meldon Ave. He will di...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have a friend I’ve been thinking about cutting ties with for a while now, but I feel conflicted about it. I’ve noticed that the way he treats people, including me, is questionable. W...

For the MVI Some women find every excuse imaginable to delay getting a mammogram. Since October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it is a great time to explore the myths vs. reality. Myth: If...

DEAR ABBY: Both my parents had birthdays days apart and near a holiday. About 35 years ago, they started a tradition of having an elaborate party on or near their birthdays. My siblings and I were gro...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I accidentally referred to my friend with the wrong pronouns, and they snapped at me! We’ve been friends for nearly a year now, but I introduced them to some new friends and used the p...

Soldiers from a mechanized infantry platoon that is part of the 24th Infantry Division based at Ft. Stewart, Ga., pose for a group picture on and around one of their Bradley Fighting Vehicles in the S...

A pumpkin giveaway will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at State Farm, located at 1030 Rostraver Road, Belle Vernon. Matt Knizner is the agent. The League of Women Voters of Washington County ...

• Fall Fun Day, (free scarecrow building, pumpkin carving, hot cocoa and apple cider, pumpkin race, $5 each, at 2 p.m.) held by Community Revitalization of West Newton, Cort Street Park, West Newton, ...

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...

DEAR ABBY: I am a victim of childhood sexual assault. I’m 52, and memories that I have repressed for so many years are coming back to haunt me. I have been with my husband for 14 years. We have enjoye...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am a college student, and I have moved several hours away from home to attend my dream school in New York City. I feel guilty for moving away from my family, especially since for the...