The Monessen Public Library has shelved the following: Memoriams Patricia Mikula “Boyfriend” by Frieda McFadden and “Lies He Told Me” by James Patterson, presented by Penn Highlands Mon Valley Auxilia...

One of the largest armies of unemployed men parade in Washington on bike, wagons and on foot, on the first Labor Day observance, Sept. 3, 1894. Shown are Jacob S. Coxey’s “Army of the Commonweal of Ch...

A fall sale by the Garden Club of McKeesport and its arboretum and rose garden will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at 1400 Pinoak Drive, McKeesport. Browse the lovely fall wreaths and floral ...

DEAR ABBY: Nine months ago, my friend “Anne” moved in with me after losing her home following her boyfriend’s death. Since then, she’s had trouble finding employment, but when she does work, she spend...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I recently started budgeting after realizing how much money slips through my fingers each month, especially on little treats like coffee runs, lunches out and takeout. When I added it ...

The Monessen Public Library is collecting non-perishable food items for the Westmoreland County Food Bank during the first two weeks of September. All donated items must be non-perishable, within the ...

Members of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 212, Donora, will meet at 6:45 p.m. Friday at the post on Meldon Avenue in Donora. Mum orders are due today. Members are urged to attend.

• Donora Public Library board of directors meeting, at the library, 510 Meldon Ave., Donora, 5:30 p.m. • Community dinner, (pulled pork sandwiches as main dish) bring a favorite side dish, California ...

The following have applied for marriage licenses through the Westmoreland County Register of Wills: • Nathan Paul Mayernik, 41, and Kristen Marie Cocciolone, 38, both of Monessen • Timothy Michael Sed...

The West Newton Public Library has shelved the following: Memorial donation Deceased classmates of West Newton High School Class of 1965: Robert Biagini, Jack Gibbons, Donald Cecchett and Shirley Kuno...

Culinary.net While apple pie is a traditional seasonal dish, you can add unique flavor with this skillet version. Simply toss Honeycrisp apples with brown sugar, cinnamon and lemon juice then spoon be...

When barbecue expert Steven Raichlen traveled the world searching for novel grilling traditions, he marveled at the commonalities across 60 countries. The way live fire brings people together. The uni...

FAMILY FEATURES Classic burgers and hot dogs might get the spotlight during backyard barbecues, but tasty sides and twists on tradition are what take your cookout to the next level. Since no meal is c...

Hamburger Baked Beans Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Servings: 4 1/2-1 pound ground beef 1/2 small onion, diced 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 teaspoon spicy mustard 28 ounces Bush’s Original Bak...

DEAR ABBY: Recently, my neighbor, who has always been eccentric, has embarked on an unusual gardening project. Instead of traditional plants, he’s turned his backyard into a sprawling sanctuary for re...

The next meeting of the Roscoe Lions Club will be held at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Hoss’s Steak and Sea House in Rostraver Township. The Ladies Bible Study and Fellowship, held Mondays at the Journey by G...

• McKeesport Rib Festival, Renzie Park, McKeesport, noon to 9 p.m. Car show at 5 p.m. Performances by Airborne at 3 p.m., Aftermath 60’s Band at 7 p.m. • Bingo, Carroll Township Volunteer Fire Departm...

The average American retires at 64 and dies at 76. Over 50% of Americans will spend these “golden years” living with hypertension, obesity, and reliant on over a dozen prescription drugs annually. Put...

DEAR ABBY: I have a female friend, “Kylene,” who needs yard work done weekly. My fiance, “Josh,” goes over there to do the work for her. He charges $60. During the last two weeks, she has been popping...

DEAR HARRIETTE: My younger brother got married last year. This is his first marriage, and he’s in his 50s. In some ways, I think getting married later can be a bit easier: You know what you want, you ...