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January 24, 2025
• Oldies dance, with DJ Ralph Trilli, Carroll Township Volunteer Fire Department Social Center, 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door. • Men’s breakfast, offered to Christian m...
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Center in the Woods, Center on the Hill, Donora, Monongahela,
January 24, 2025
Here’s a look at lunch menus for local centers for next week: (All menus may be subject to change.)
St. Byzantine Catholic Church Ladies Guild
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VALLEY CLUB NOTES
January 24, 2025
This past autumn was a busy time for the parishioners of St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church in Monessen. On Oct. 1, the ladies’ guild celebrated its 75th anniversary, which was featured in the Novem...
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Charleroi American Legion reschedules Sunday bingo
January 24, 2025
A Mega Bar Bingo will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Blaine Hill Social Club, 409 Oxford Ave., Elizabeth. The $25 package includes nine games, $5 per jackpot card. The kitchen will open at 12:30 p.m....
Nurturing This Trait Could Bolster Kids’ Confidence
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The unexpected benefits of creativity
January 24, 2025
FAMILY FEATURES Creative expression not only helps children convey their thoughts and feelings, but it also helps build the self-esteem and resilience needed to navigate life’s complexities. Creativit...
4 Tips for a Fresh Start in 2025
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January 24, 2025
FAMILY FEATURES Moving from one year to the next is a perfect opportunity to think about the new chapter you want to write for yourself. It’s a time to celebrate your wins, identify your growth opport...
What is healthspan, and how can you maximize yours?
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By By LAURA WILLIAMSON American Heart Association News 
January 23, 2025
Much attention has been paid in recent years to life expectancy in the U.S., which remains lower than in many other industrialized nations that spend less on health care. But with data suggesting 79% ...
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January 23, 2025
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January 23, 2025
• M&R Chocolates sale, Penn Highlands Mon Valley lobby, 1163 Country Club Road, Carroll Township, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. • All sweaters and hoodies, buy one, get two free, Care & Share thrift store, Califo...
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VALLEY CLUB NOTES
January 23, 2025
The Epiphany Ladies of Epiphany of Our Lord Church in Monessen met Jan. 12. President Sara Stein led the group in reciting the flag pledge and prayer before meals to open the meeting. Minutes of the p...
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Anything Goes Book Club to meet Tuesday
January 23, 2025
St. Paul Baptist Church, 49 S. McKean Ave., Donora, will hold its monthly food distribution from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 (or until food is gone) on Friday, Proof of income, documentation or identification...
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January 22, 2025
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January 22, 2025
• Bellmar High School Class of 1958 dinner meeting, White Barn, Dunlevy, 5 p.m. • “Dine and donate,” (including basket auction, 5/50, pet food drive) Small Town Tavern, 110 Sara Way, Rostraver Townshi...
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January 22, 2025
The Athene Club proudly welcomed its 42nd member, Amy Barnes, as its newest addition to its distinguished membership club. The Athene Club was founded in 1902 by 16 women interested in studying arts a...
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BVA band to hold purse bash fundraiser
January 22, 2025
M&R Chocolates will be at the lobby of Penn Highlands Mon Valley, 1163 Country Club Road, Carroll Township, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday. Cash, credit cards and checks will be accepted. The event is ...
Hit or miss? TikTok cleaning hacks that work, and the ones that don’t
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By By ZUZANA PAAR For the AP 
January 22, 2025
January is Get Organized Month and with it comes trending TikTok cleaning hacks. Whether you’re giving your home a complete makeover or just trying to declutter, these popular tips have become an unli...
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By By ROBIN DONOVAN For the AP 
January 22, 2025
Baby showers usually mean pastel-colored cupcakes, onesie towers and the occasional round of baby- name bingo. But a new trend in the expectant parent world is shifting the focus from celebration to p...
Family’s obsession with weight creates unneeded stress
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January 21, 2025
DEAR ABBY: I am a middle-aged slender woman born into a family of women who have always struggled with weight. Ever since I can remember, I have been subjected to nasty jibes and microaggressions rega...
Employee wants to repair team dynamics
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January 21, 2025
DEAR HARRIETTE: I’m struggling to cope with the toxic dynamics within my team at work. Instead of collaborating to solve problems or improve processes, it feels like everyone is constantly pointing fi...