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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
Northern Tier Regional Library sets monthly schedule
The Northern Tier Library and Richland History Group have partnered to bring you an informational presentation of local history 1-3 p.m. Feb. 5. Keynote speaker Daniel Barr, professor of history at Robert Morris University and local author, will discuss colonial life in Western Pa., including the indigenous people there, the...
‘Quarantine Barbie’ is keeping it real (and hilarious)
The folks at Mattel did their part to lighten the mood for children and support frontline workers in the fight against covid-19. Earlier this month, the company introduced its #ThankYouHeroes Barbie program. For every career doll sold between May 14-17, Mattel donated a doll to the First Responders Children’s Foundation....
5 virtual vacations you can take right now
It is the start of yet another week of staying at home to curb the spread of the coronavirus. We are looking forward to the day we can again hop a plane, train or automobile and explore the world. But until we get the all-clear from officials, you can take...
Youngwood boy gets his own personal parade thanks to borough’s volunteer firefighters
On a cold and gray afternoon in Youngwood, one little boy’s birthday turned out to be a heartwarming, bright-blue celebration. On a day normally highlighted with a school celebration and then dinner at Hoss’s, Garrett Hamilton’s seventh birthday was looking to be a little less than thrilling this year, thanks...
It’s National Puppy Day … let’s celebrate
Today is National Puppy Day. It began in 2006, and there’s little doubt we’ve never needed it more than we do today. We are going into our second week of coronavirus quarantine, practicing social distancing holed up in our houses. We are missing our friends, our jobs, our teachers. You...
Billie Eilish will sing latest James Bond movie theme 
Billie Eilish, the 18-year-old multi-platinum-selling and Grammy Award-nominated artist, will sing the theme song for the 25th James Bond film, “No Time To Die.” The film, once again starring Daniel Craig as 007, will be released April 10. Eilish has written the title song with her brother, fellow multi-Grammy-nominated artist...
Tom Hanks lands Oscar nomination for role as Mister Rogers 
Tom Hanks woke up to beautiful news Monday. His portrayal of Fred Rogers in “It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” was nominated for an Academy Award for best actor in a supporting role. The movie, with some scenes filmed in Pittsburgh, also stars Matthew Rhys as Lloyd Vogel, the...
Sick of the old holiday staples? 10 movies you may have missed 
Though much beloved and holiday staples, yet another viewing of “A Christmas Story” or “Home Alone” might be enough to bring out your inner Grinch … with a vengeance. Looking for something still holiday-ish, that might just become a new favorite? Here are 10 to consider: 1. ‘Meet Me in...
10 things that annoy us about the holidays
It’s that holiday season. The trees are up, laden with keepsake ornaments. The little lights are twinkling. The stockings are hung by the chimneys with care. Presents are wrapped, adorned with ribbons and bows. Nice and all, but seriously, the holidays aren’t all fun and games. Here are 10 things...
Jennifer Lopez, Shakira sharing Super Bowl stage
Super Bowl LVI looks to be a ladies night … at least during the halftime show. Jennifer Lopez and Shakira will perform for the Pepsi Super Bowl LIV halftime show, according to nfl.com. They are, understandably, excited. They weigh in with these statements on nfl.com: “Ever since I saw Diana...
Watch out for black cats and Jason Voorhees, it’s Friday the 13th 
Do you suffer from triskaidekaphobia? Those with superstitions surrounding the number 13 are in for a double whammy today. It’s not only Friday the 13th, there’s also a full moon. Today is a stay-in-bed day for you. Happy Friday the 13th pic.twitter.com/YzSIvSray1— out of context the office (@officecontexts) September 13,...
5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Sept. 13-15 
TGIF! Take a step back in time. Try some exotic fare. Twist and shout. There’s truly something for everyone this weekend. (And the forecast is looking pretty good, too.) Time for scutching Flax scutching is something of a lost art — everywhere but in Stahlstown, that is. What is flax...
Reviews: Tom Hanks charming as Mister Rogers in ‘Neighborhood’
The much-anticipated “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” starring Tom Hanks as the host of “Mister Rogers Neighborhood,” premiered Saturday night at the Toronto International Film Festival. Much of the film, which dramatizes the true story of a magazine journalist (Matthew Rhys, playing a fictionalized version of writer Tom Junod)...
5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Sept. 6-8 
TGIF! You’ve felt it, too. It’s that slight chill in the morning, the rustle of the leaves … fall is in the air. The nights are cooler, but the days still spectacular. Soak it all in and get out and enjoy this weekend. Rockin` in the park Jocelyn and Chris...
5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Aug. 23-25 
TGIF! After a steamy start to the week, it’s time for a cool and comfortable weekend. Sweet celebration In addition to football, Arnold Palmer and Mr. Rogers, Latrobe has another claim to fame — the banana split. The Great American Banana Split Celebration is set Aug. 23-25 is all about...
Hoda Kotb announces Sept. 3 return to ‘Today’
Speculation has been rampant for months about the return — or lack thereof — of Hoda Kotb to NBC’s “Today.” The journalist adopted her second daughter, Hope, in April. She announced on the show this morning that she will indeed be back to Rockefeller Center — on Sept. 3. During...
The hazards of ‘Running While Female’
The thrill of hitting the trail at full stride and the exhilaration of the fabled “runner’s high” is often replaced by fear and trepidation for female runners in the area, across the country and around the world. Aug. 21 marks one year since the discovery of the body of 20-year-old...
5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Aug. 16-18
TGIF! Summer may be winding down quicker than we’d like, but time marches on. Get out and savor every minute. There is plenty of fun to be found in Westmoreland. Still swingin` Neon Swing X-perience brings its joyful sound end of summer celebration Saturday. Nick Barilla opens the show at...
’13 Reasons Why’ wants to know who killed Bryce Walker
The trailer for the latest season of Netflix’s “13 Reasons Why” asks: “Who killed Bryce Walker?” It then delves into the many suspects at Liberty High with a motive and means. The cast includes: Dylan Minnette as Clay Jensen, Brandon Flynn as Justin Foley, Justin Prentice as Bryce Walker, Alisha...
6 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Aug. 9-11 
The dog days of summer are upon us. We have a few ways to celebrate here in Westmoreland County … one more literal than the others. Rock on This ain’t your father’s Celtic band! No, this is Seven Nations. And these hard-drivin’ rockers will take over Greensburg’s St. Clair Park...
Weird, wonderful ‘BH90210’ winks at its fans 
Who says you can’t go home again? Those paraphrased words were uttered last night by Jennie Garth at the end of the latest TV time machine — the “BH90210” on Fox. You remember Jennie Garth, right? Kelly Taylor? “Beverly Hills, 90210?” Yes, that’s the one. As billed by Fox: Jason...
11-year-old boy creates #ElPasoChallenge
Shaken to the core by the killings in an El Paso, Texas, Walmart, an 11-year-old hometown boy — Ruben Martinez —is trying to bring some light to this horrifically dark event. ABC.com reports: “The day after the shooting, when Ruben began to ask his mom (Rose Gandarilla) even more questions...
It’s International Beer Day — raise a glass to celebrate
As if a Friday in the middle of summer couldn’t get any better … today is International Beer Day. Take these “calendar days” for what you will … but we are behind any day dedicated to a brew or two. According to our friends at daysoftheyear.com: “Originally started in Santa...
5 things to do in and around Westmoreland: Aug. 2-4
And just like that, it’s August. Fear not … it’s still hot, it’s still summer and there’s still plenty of fun to be had. Sweet rides Bright, shiny and classic are all on tap this weekend as the Mount Pleasant Area Historical Society hosts a car show Sunday. It’s set...
First look at Pacino-DeNiro-Pesci mob movie — ‘The Irishman’ 
A movie starring Oscar-winners Al Pacino, Robert DeNiro and Joe Pesci can only be about one thing. Yep, you got it — the mob. Martin Scorsese’s “The Irishman” is billed as “an epic saga of organized crime in post-war America told through the eyes of World War II veteran Frank...


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