The first time I went to Gettysburg, I got hooked on the Civil War. It was 1963 and it coincided with its 100th anniversary. I marveled at all the monuments and cannons. To an 8-year-old, 100 years ag...

DEAR ABBY: My close friend “Annie” came to my father’s funeral. She had met him only a couple of times. While I realized she was doing it to be there for me, I felt responsible for her since she knew ...

Rely on your intuition and instincts to make your way this year. Trust in your ability to utilize your skills, knowledge and attributes to achieve the lifestyle you desire. Make your dream come true. ...

DEAR HARRIETTE: My 30th birthday just passed, and it was awful. I hate to sound ungrateful, but what should feel like a major milestone felt completely overlooked. Honestly, I’ve had a rough year, so ...

The Monessen post office retirees will meet at noon Wednesday at Hoss’s Steak and Sea House, Rostraver Township. An apple harvest will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Penn Highlands Mon Va...

Patients at the Bellevue Hospital in New York City are shown on Oct. 14, 1941, when a championship rodeo came to the city. AP

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...