The California United Methodist Church, 227 Third St., announced the following events for December: • Sunday — 6 to 8 p.m., the youth group meets. They will present the story of the birth of Jesus, pl...

The following students were named to Ringgold High School’s 2024-25 first nine-week honor roll: Grade 12 Highest honors Samuel Allen, Alaina Bozik, Camryn Bucci, Jerhyn Camillocci, Tori Ciarimboli, Ja...

The following Charleroi Area High School students were named to the 2024-25 first-quarter honor roll: Grade 12 Highest honors Matthew Burkholder, Addacie Durka, Nico Fiordigigli, Mylie French, Kyra Ga...

The holidays are known for indulgence presents, food, decorations and, of course, drinks. The good news is festive drinks don’t have to break your holiday bank. Delicious, budget-friendly alcoholic an...

• White Oak Borough Holiday Market, Heritage Hill Park, 3 to 8 p.m. (horse-drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa, kids’ craft table, local vendor products and food). • A Miracle on Schoonmaker Light...

Here’s a look at lunch menus for local centers for next week: (All menus may be subject to change.)

The Catholic Women’s College Club is planning a Christmas dinner/meeting on Monday at St. Andrew’s Parish in Donora. Members are asked to arrive by 5 p.m. The dinner is $25 per person. Those planning ...

For the MVI Washington County Commissioner Larry Maggi, a strong advocate for area veterans, was reappointed to serve on two national committees of The American Legion. In October, the National Execut...

DEAR ABBY: How do I handle an elderly aunt who has a gambling problem? I live in a town with casinos. She lives in another state four hours away. She calls me often to ask to stay with me, and if I am...

The following students were named to the Belle Vernon Area Middle School 2024-25 first-quarter honor roll: Grade 7 Highest honors Noah William Bailey, Shaun James Baker, Mia Reina Barrios, Taylor J Be...

The following students were named to the 2024-25 first quarter honor roill at Geibel Catholic Junior-Senior High School in Connellsville: Grade 12 Highest honors Autumn Bartos, Sarah Echard, Michael M...

Metro Creative Services Millions of people open their homes to relatives and friends each holiday season. Taking on the task of holiday host can be a labor of love, as it involves not only a commitmen...

Do you have a someone in your life who plays Vulture’s Cinematrix game every morning? Or maybe they have the kitchen television turned to Turner Classic Movies all day and make a point of organizing O...

Waffles 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups milk 2 eggs 2 tablespoons oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Can add fresh blueberries, other fresh fruit, nuts or...

Cream of Crab Soup 1/4 cup butter, cubed 2 tablespoons grated onion 1/4 cup cornstarch 4 cups half and half 1 pound jumbo lump crab meat, drained 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon nutme...

Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies 1 cup, plus 1 tablespoon butter, softened 2/3 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1/4 cup milk 1 egg, separated 1 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup cocoa 1 cup flour 1/4 teas...

Metro Creative Services “Eat, drink and be merry” is a familiar refrain come the holiday season. Hosting a holiday dinner is a great way to welcome family and friends and encourage them to embrace the...

Metro Creative Services The end of the year is upon us and that often involves decorating a home in its holiday finest. According to Today’s Homeowner, nearly 70 percent of Americans plan to display o...

Metro Creative Services Advent is observed in most Christian denominations as a time of preparation for the celebration of the birth of Christ at Christmas as well as the return of Jesus at the Second...