Consider what you want and create a schedule and budget to accommodate your plans. Refuse to let outsiders interfere. Be organized, stay focused and do things yourself for maximum productivity. Trust ...

Monkey bread gets an update that makes the pull-apart loaf even better thanks to buttermilk, a little whole-wheat flour and a lighter hand with the sugar. The result is more tender and nuanced — and l...

of FAMILY FEATURES Embrace the color and flavor of tradition this holiday season with new twists on red velvet desserts. These variations on the classic cake can take your celebrations to new heights ...

Red Velvet Cake Balls Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” 1 red velvet cake mix 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 heaping tablespoon cocoa powder 1 cup sugar 1 cup milk 3 eggs 1 stick melted butter Frosting: 1...

Red Velvet Bundt Cake Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” 1 red velvet cake mix 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 heaping tablespoon cocoa powder 1 cup sugar 1 cup milk 3 eggs 1 stick melted butter Frosting: 1...

Red Velvet Cookie Cutouts Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” 1 red velvet cake mix 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 heaping tablespoon cocoa powder 1 cup sugar 1 cup milk 3 eggs 1 stick melted butter Frostin...

DEAR ABBY: I need advice about a new relationship. I am a 60-year-old man. I divorced last year and met a nice woman named “Eileen” shortly afterward, and things seemed to be going well. When my ex fo...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have been friends with this guy for two years, and over time, I’ve started to feel like our connection might be more than just friendship. He’s always been kind, thoughtful and suppo...

• Jennifer Lynn Patterson, 39, of Donora was charged with two counts of use/possession of drug paraphernalia Monday, court records state. • Robert F. Sellin, 42, of Buena Vista was charged with carryi...

• Michael Miles, 60, of McKeesport was charged with theft by unlawful taking stemming from an alleged incident Nov. 30, court records state. • Jerrard Williams, 41, of McKeesport was charged with pers...

NEW YORK (AP) — Brian Thompson led one of the biggest health insurers in the U.S. but was unknown to millions of people his decisions affected. Then Wednesday’s targeted fatal shooting of the UnitedHe...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Hearing a high-profile culture-war clash, the Supreme Court on Wednesday seemed likely to uphold Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors. The justices’ decision, not expe...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday that the Federal Reserve’s ability to set interest rates free of political interference is necessary for it to make decisions to serve “all America...

Tonight's music • David Powell, Giant Oaks Winery, Finleyville, 6 p.m. • Beatlemania Magic, The Palace Theatre, Greensburg, 7:30 p.m. Tonight's events • City of McKeesport’s annual Festival of Trees, ...

The graduates ranged in age from 18 to nearly 60. For the MVI Intermediate Unit 1 (IU1) in Coal Center and its Adult Education program recently celebrated the achievements of 26 students from across f...

Diana Irey Vaughan was the keynote speaker for the third installment of the series. For the MVI The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, along with cfsbank, hosted the third installment of Women i...

DEAR ABBY: My friend is married to a penny-pincher. He hates spending money. They are retired and have sizable assets. He never buys her anything for her birthday or takes her out to dinner. He doesn’...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have been trying to declutter my home for months, focusing on makeup, dresses and other items that no longer serve a purpose, but I keep getting stuck. Every time I start sorting thr...

Christmas is an exciting time for family gatherings and travel, but it’s also a peak period for scammers to strike. It can be easier than you think to fall victim to a scam, especially during the busy...

Christmas is the highlight of the year for many - a time of hearing Mariah Carrey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” on repeat, decorating the tree and seeing friends and family. However, celebrating...