DEAR ABBY: I’m 22, and my boyfriend is 21. We’ve been dating for a few months. At a recent family dinner, his maternal grandfather hit on me. I was helping to clear the dinner table and leaned across ...

Simplify your life. Distance yourself from drama, excess work and changes at home. Excess is the enemy, making this a good year to consider doing less across the board. Donate what you no longer use, ...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am struggling to get my health on track. My doctor has warned me that I am prediabetic. I have seen other people my age who have diabetes and some of the side effects that come with ...

The City of Monessen invites families, community members, and organizations to join in the fun at the 12th annual Monessen trunk or treat set for 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Monessen City Park walking...

Jacob Callaway of Rostraver Township was named to the spring trimester dean’s list at the Palmer College of Chiropractic main campus in Davenport, Iowa. Local students named to Palmer chiropractic dea...

• Pampered in Pink, for breast cancer awareness, (free hand massage, chair massage, hand paraffin, mini manicures, hair tinsel) Douglas Education Center, 531 Schoonmaker Ave., Monessen, 4 to 8 p.m. • ...

FAMILY FEATURES From crossing time zones to adjusting to new surroundings, getting quality sleep while traveling can be a challenge. Whether traveling for business or leisure, between long flights and...

Metro Creative Services Parents know that the cost of living has risen dramatically in recent years. There are numerous metrics to determine just how much more people must spend to get by, but one tha...

• Wise Walk, meet at Renzie Park, McKeesport, 2:30 p.m. • Archbishop Elko Donora Knights of Columbus Council 1941 monthly meeting, K of C room, located in St. Andrew the Apostle Donora church, 1 Park ...

DEAR ABBY: Six months ago, my oldest child died in a horrific car accident. Our family went into a sort of hibernation for several months, mourning and trying to deal with the sadness of the situation...

ASTROGRAPH by Eugenia Last Sign up for events, activities and anything else that gets you moving in a positive direction. Whether you want to get fit, learn something new or connect with people, this ...

Look at the possibilities carefully this year and determine what’s in it for you. Connecting with the right people will make a difference to the outcome of whatever you pursue. Stay focused on who is ...

Pay it forward. Lend a helping hand. Take care of unfinished business. Free yourself from restrictions, debt and responsibilities that are no longer valid. Success depends on not spreading yourself to...

TODAY IN HISTORY 18 Today is Saturday, Oct. 18, the 291st day of 2025. There are 74 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 18, 1977, Reggie Jackson hit three home runs in Game 6 of the World...

The McKeesport Al-Anon group will meet noon Tuesday at Beulah Park United Methodist Church on Grandview Avenue. Al-Anon is a support and educational group for relatives and friends of problem drinkers...

• Apple dumpling order deadline, Bethesda United Methodist Church, 314 Third St., Elizabeth Borough. To place order, call 412-384-8473. Dumplings are $5 each. Pickups will be from noon to 2 p.m. Oct. ...

• Westmoreland Drug and Alcohol Commission board meeting, Westmoreland County Community College, Student Achievement Center, board room, Youngwood, 5:30 p.m. • Rostraver Sportsmen and Conservation Ass...

DEAR ABBY: I’m having a problem with my sister, who visits me on the average of once a month. She lives four hours away. Her friend and her husband accompany her. They are my only company. I used to e...

Consider what’s important to you. Overdoing it, overcompensating or overspending will not help you reach your destination. Fine-tuning your routine to meet your needs will encourage you to create a sc...

DEAR ABBY: My friend of 50 years passed away a few months ago. I sent a fruit basket to her family and tried calling, but I was unable to get through. I couldn’t reach them via email or text either. I...