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May 1, 2026
Here’s a look at lunch menus for local centers for next week: (All menus may be subject to change.)
EARTH DAY CLEANUP AT DRAVO CEMETERY
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May 1, 2026
Volunteers spent Earth Day cleaning up the historic Dravo Cemetery in Elizabeth Township along the Mon Yough Trail section of the Great Allegheny Passage. Volunteers from the Elizabeth Township Histor...
TODAY IN HISTORY
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April 30, 2026
TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Thursday, April 30, the 120th day of 2026. There are 245 days left in the year. Today in history: On April 30, 1975, the Vietnam War ended as the South Vietnamese capital of ...
Saints Joachim and Anne parish sponsors bus trip to Lancaster
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April 30, 2026
Saints Joachim and Anne Catholic Parish- Elizabeth/Glassport/Liberty Borough sponsored a bus trip to Lancaster April 22 and 23 to see “Joshua” at the Sight and Sound Theatre and visited the Turkey Hil...
Bunny Hop 5K supports Washington Township police, food bank
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April 30, 2026
The inaugural Washington Township Bunny Hop 5K run/walk was held April 4 at the Fairhope Rod & Gun Club. Organized by Kristen Jordan, her goal was creating an annual community event that can also help...
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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April 30, 2026
Think big, but be realistic, set a budget and commit to the changes you want to introduce to your routine. Avoid letting anyone push you to act in haste or talk you into things you don’t need. Your st...
Three’s a crowd when unexpected visit drags on
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April 30, 2026
DEAR ABBY: My partner recently allowed a friend to stay in our home without telling me in advance. My partner knows unannounced guests deeply affect my mental well-being and sense of safety. We had ag...
Aunt debates keeping niece’s secret
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SENSE AND SENSITIVITY
April 30, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: Being an aunt is such a precious role. I love all my nieces and nephews as if they’re my own children, and it feels as though my siblings are raising all our children as a “village.” S...
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April 30, 2026
• Fish fry, Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Co. No. 2, 10 Main St., Belle Vernon, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., 724-929-5511. • Ekernally Yours Gourmet Popcorn and Sweet Treats, LLC, Penn Highlands Mon Valley lobby,...
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Penn Highlands MV to host Sambol’s sale
April 30, 2026
The Monongahela-Donora Area Lions Club will hold a “Meet the Club” event at 6 p.m. Monday at the Monongahela Area Public Library, 813 W. Main St. Anyone interested in getting to know about Lions Clubs...
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April 30, 2026
The Monongahela Area Library shelved the following in March: Memorials Tom Borrello Sr. and Tom Borrello Jr. “The Nazi Mind” by Laurence Rees, “Victory ‘45” by James Holland, “The Sea Captain’s Wife” ...
Discover wildflowers and history along the GAP trail
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April 30, 2026
An herbalist will lead the walk, plus guests will enjoy lunch and a house tour. For the MVI Discover more than “the pretty little flowers” along the trail and join the wildflower walk with a herbalist...
TODAY IN HISTORY
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April 29, 2026
TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Wednesday, April 29, the 119th day of 2026. There are 246 days left in the year. Today in history: On April 29, 1992, a jury in Simi Valley, California, acquitted four Los An...
McKeesport Area students get hands-on learning
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April 29, 2026
McKeesport Area High School commercial and advertising art students are collaborating with McKeesport fire Chief Kevin Kovach to design a new look for the McKeesport Fire Department SUV he drives. Thi...
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
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April 29, 2026
Let go of what you cannot change or control. The future is in front of you, and leaving the past behind will allow you the freedom to give your all to whatever you want to pursue. Don’t base your deci...
Inheritance could fuel son’s alcohol problem
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April 29, 2026
DEAR ABBY: My 32-year-old son has an alcohol problem. He and his wife refuse to accept reality and continue to be social drinkers. My son deals with his problem by putting his head in the sand. He ref...
Minor squabbles lead to major crossroads
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April 29, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: My husband and I are experiencing a rough patch. At least, that’s what I thought it was. I am going through an extremely important moment in my career and education, and it feels like ...
NEWS FROM PENNWEST UNIVERSITY
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April 29, 2026
Addison Gregory of Coal Center, a sophomore biology/pre-medical science major at PennWest University’s California campus, has been selected to serve as the student trustee representing California on t...
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Heritage center golf classic being held May 29
April 29, 2026
An evening lecture on The Apostolic Church from Jerusalem to the Second Century with Dr. Marc Wisnosky of the University of Pittsburgh will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Monongahela Fire Departmen...
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April 29, 2026
• Rummage sale, United Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 499 E. Malden Drive, Coal Center, 4 to 7 p.m. • Dress For Success Pittsburgh, this free event helps unemployed and underemployed women ach...