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March 11, 2026
• Luck of the Irish drawing, customers can receive $1 or $2 off their total. One winner will win entire purchase for free, California United Methodist Church Care and Share thrift store, 227 Third St....
From blacksmithing to needlepoint, young people are embracing ‘grandma hobbies’
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By By KAITLYN HUAMANI AP Technology Writer 
March 11, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — By age 23, Emma MacTaggart was already noticing how rare her free time was — and how it was seldom screenfree. She was working long hours in investment banking and once she was fina...
Snap to it: ‘The Addams Family’ is coming to West Mifflin
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
March 10, 2026
West Mifflin Area High School’s Theater Department will premiere “The Addams Family,” the school’s spring musical, on Thursday. West Mifflin Area High School will present a comical feast that embraces...
The dark — and unhealthy — side of idolization
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ACHIEVING WELLNESS WITH DR. EMILIO GALIS, DPT
March 10, 2026
Over the last several years I have written about many different aspects of health and wellness. In today’s world, we are constantly given access to things at our fingertips, literally at the click of ...
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March 10, 2026
The following students were named to the 2025-26 second quarter honor roll at Belle Vernon Area Middle School: Grade 8 Highest honors Sienna Grace Amey, Shaun James Baker, Mia Reina Barrios, Nathan Jo...
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March 10, 2026
The following students were named to the 2025-26 second quarter honor roll at Charleroi Area High School: Grade 12 Highest honors Regan Brown, Riley Brown, Katie Carpenter, Jacob Corrin, Aubree Downer...
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March 10, 2026
The following students have been named to the Westmoreland County Community College President’s List for attaining a minimum 4.0 QPA for the fall 2025 semester. Belle Vernon David Sylvia, Arelys Lopez...
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
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March 10, 2026
Mixed emotions will lead you astray. Refuse to let your feelings interfere with your reason, especially when dealing with partnerships. Leave nothing to chance when dealing with institutions or govern...
Observer thinks woman is lying about medical condition
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March 10, 2026
DEAR ABBY: I have an acquaintance, “Tina,” who I believe is fraudulently using her GoFundMe fundraising webpage. A close friend of hers set it up a few years ago to assist with medical bills related t...
Underappreciated resident assistant wants to quit
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SENSE AND SENSITIVITY
March 10, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: I am a resident assistant in my last year of college. During my time in my university’s residential life department, I have seen many changes that have negatively impacted their reside...
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By By LAURAN NEERGAARD AP Medical Writer 
March 10, 2026
WASHINGTON (AP) — “Exercise your brain,” experts advise people hoping to stave off dementia. But how? Stretching your brain might be the better description. Do a crossword puzzle a day and you may jus...
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March 10, 2026
TODAY IN HISTORY 10 Today is Tuesday, March 10, the 69th day of 2026. There are 296 days left in the year. Today in history: On March 10, 1959, thousands of Tibetans rebelled against occupying Chinese...
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March 10, 2026
The Monongahela Veterans Council will meet at 7 p.m. Friday at VFW Post 1409, 793 E. Main St., Monongahela. Discussion will be held on upcoming events and activities scheduled for this year. All inter...
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March 10, 2026
• Appalachian running company Shoe Fly sale, Penn Highlands Mon Valley lobby, 1163 Country Club Road, Carroll Township, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Ernest E. Jobes Post 212 American Legion, Donora, meeting, at...
Monday, March 9, 2026
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March 9, 2026
It’s a year of discovery, learning, researching and exploring. Be open to new ideas that encourage growth and enable you to make personal and professional moves. Use your voice to bring about change a...
Aging mother refuses to acknowledge risk of falling
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March 9, 2026
DEAR ABBY: I moved across the country nine years ago to be closer to my parents as they age. They are now in their early to mid-80s. My mother has recently had a few falls. One was bad enough that she...
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March 9, 2026
• Bellmar High School Class of 1966 luncheon meeting, Kodiax Barn & Grill 1001 Guttman Blvd., Charleroi, (upper Speers) 2:30 p.m. • South Hills Coin Club meeting, Bethel Park municipal building, 5100 ...
Saturday, March 7, 2026
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March 7, 2026
Let’s get this party started. Put on your thinking cap, rev the engine and prepare to pursue your dreams. Put together a list of what you want to achieve this year and start checking off the boxes. Pr...
Sunday, March 8, 2026
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March 7, 2026
Personal and financial growth look promising this year if you are determined to turn prospects into passionate endeavors. How you view life will determine the lifestyle you choose. Don’t sell yourself...
Co-worker putting out quite the vibe in the office
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March 7, 2026
DEAR ABBY: I work in an office with a man who has expressed an interest in me in various subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways, including winks. I have also caught him staring at me with intense longing. We...