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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
Despite economic concerns, Americans are set on getting away for Memorial Day weekend
DALLAS — Whether it’s a road trip to a nearby lake or jumping on a plane to explore a big city, Americans are expected to get away in record numbers over the long Memorial Day weekend even as economic and technical worries rattle the U.S. travel industry. Over 45 million...
Anchor Inn owners ready to retire, close Harrison favorite founded by their dad in 1953
Ask anyone from the Anchor Inn’s former “Wednesday Night Gang” what makes the Harrison restaurant and pub so special, and the answer is simple — good food, good people. “This town has been so supportive,” owner Joe Kolek said. “It’s been a great living and so much fun.” He and...
Sewickley Academy trio’s project raises money for livestock feed for animals in N.C. affected by Hurricane Helene
During the Christmas holiday break, Maria Sirianni thought the most joyous time of the year wasn’t so joyous for people in North Carolina. They were still recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Helene, which struck the mid-South in September, claiming 248 lives and causing widespread damage in seven states. The...
Allegheny County Police Department mounted horse Henry retires
Police horse Henry attended the G20 Summit, two Super Bowls and two Stanley Cup parades, numerous protests, election gatherings, many Pittsburgh St. Patrick’s Day parades and appearances at Kennywood Park, which was his favorite spot, according to Allegheny County Police Sgt. Jason Donaldson. The 23-year-old, 1,800-pound chestnut-colored Belgian quarter horse...
Heinz and Uber Eats partner to verify ketchup-serving restaurants
Have you ever wondered which restaurants serve or don’t serve Heinz ketchup? Well now, you won’t have to. Kraft Heinz is teaming up with Uber Eats to create Heinz Verified — a program designed to single out restaurants that serve Heinz products. According to Kraft Heinz, 84% of people say...
McDonald’s to hire 375K new employees
This summer, McDonald’s said it will hire 375,000 employees across the United States. The plan marks one of the fast-food chain’s largest hiring pushes in years, Today reported. McDonald’s hopes to open 900 new restaurants in the U.S. by 2027 and plans to serve more customers during summer months. Specifically,...
Light of Life Rescue Mission partners with Geno Levi Salon to open styling space for homeless
Geno Levi was 19 years old, doing drugs with no direction in his life. He found himself living in a bathroom at a beauty academy in Washington, Pa. “The owner showed me love,” said Levi, as he shared his story on Tuesday inside Light of Life Ridge Recovery Place on...
The best places to park your short-term investments
As you sift among the various options for your short-term investments, keep these key items on your dashboard: yield, guarantees, liquidity and your individual situation. The short-term investments that promise the highest yields often come with at least some risk and/or constraints on your daily access to funds. It may...
Kennywood announces return of the Steel Curtain 
The Steel Curtain roller coaster is almost done with its rehab and is set to return to action. After more than a year’s closure, Kennywood officials announced Thursday that Pennsylvania’s tallest roller coaster will be up and rolling for Memorial Day weekend. The West Mifflin amusement park opened for its...
Sewickley Civic Garden Council’s May Mart is ‘Keeping Sewickley Green’
Sewickley is going green. The Sewickley Civic Garden Council’s May Mart’s theme is “Keeping Sewickley Green.” The garden market tradition has been happening for six decades. May Mart brings about 70 garden clubs, nurseries and nature-oriented businesses to the heart of town on May 10 along Broad Street, selling a...
Kentucky boy uses mother’s phone to order 70,000 Dum-Dum lollipops to share with his friends
LEXINGTON, Ky. — A Kentucky woman was in a sticky mess when she found stacks of boxes containing lollipops on her front doorstep. The surprise delivery was ordered by her young son while he played on her phone. Holly LaFavers says she tried stopping 8-year-old Liam’s Amazon order for about...
Never argue: 115-year-old British woman, now the world’s oldest, gives her recipe to long life
LONDON — For Ethel Caterham, the trick to a long life — and in her case, it really has been — is not to argue. Caterham, who is 115, became the world’s oldest living person, according to the Gerontology Research Group, after Sister Inah Canabarro, a Brazilian nun and teacher,...
1930 by Atria’s opens in Mt. Lebanon
On a warm, sunny Monday, Atria’s in Mt. Lebanon reopened. The rebranded restaurant— 1930 by Atria’s — had been closed since Dec. 31 for renovations of the well-known establishment on Beverly Road. “We felt like the original location needed a remodel while still preserving the history of the building and...
Fox Chapel Area High School senior earns Girl Scout Gold Award
When Devon Grimsby McDonald reads books filled with varying emotions to children sitting in a circle around her, she invites them to share their feelings about what they’ve just heard. “I’ve struggled with mental health and anxiety, especially my freshman year of high school,” said Devon, now a senior at...
Cali Cats Rescue opens Bethel Park location
With regard to fulfilling its mission, Cali Cats Rescue is off to a good start at the nonprofit’s new Bethel Park location. A friendly feline named Lollipop made such a good impression on Benjamin Franklin Elementary School student Mason Stratthaus and his mom, Krystal, that they decided to pursue adoption....
Live like Batman and Robin at this ‘castle estate’ on market for nearly $4M in Pine 
Batman and Robin would likely approve. An opulent castle-like residence at 724 Bristlecone Drive — with 10 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms and a nod to Hollywood with a replica of Batman’s office and his Batcave — is on the market for nearly $4 million in Pine. The estate includes a playful...
African Ancestry Co. founder coming to Heinz History Center for National DNA Day
Dr. Gina Paige, co-founder of African Ancestry, is giving African Americans the pathway to connect further with their identity and heritage. Paige will be at the Heinz History Center on Saturday, April 26 at 11 a.m. for the “Discovering Your African Roots,” an African American Genealogy Workshop. Her appearance is...
RFK Jr. plans to phase out 8 artificial dyes from U.S. food supply
WASHINGTON — U.S. health officials said they plan to phase out eight petroleum-based artificial colors from the nation’s food supply, triggering an overhaul of scores of brightly hued products on American store shelves. Details of the plan are expected to be announced Tuesday afternoon by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy...
Your clothes are shedding bits of plastic. Here’s what people are doing about it this Earth Day
Bottles and bags, food wrappers and straws. Piping, packaging, toys and trays. Plastic is everywhere — and yet some people may be surprised at how much they actually wear. A typical closet is loaded with plastic, woven into polyester activewear, acrylic sweaters, nylon swimsuits and stretchy socks — and it’s...
Making a difference: Sewickley resident delivers food and her time to help the community
Volunteerism is Susan Kaminski’s calling. She helped raise money for an elevator for St. Matthews A.M.E. Zion Church, the oldest African American church in Sewickley. She works with KidsVoice, an organization that advocates in court and in the community to ensure a safe and permanent home for abused, neglected and...
Marijuana holiday 4/20 coincides with Easter and Passover this year. Here’s what to know
Marijuana culture’s high holiday, known as 4/20, falls this year on Easter Sunday, as well as the last day of Passover, meaning cannabis fans can celebrate in some unusual ways, including an “Easter nug hunt” in Los Angeles, kosher-style THC gummies in New York and a “blaze and praise” drag...
The great Easter basket question — to Peep or not Peep?
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Love them or hate them, those marshmallow Peeps that come in blindingly bright colors and an array of flavors are inescapable around the Easter holiday. Millions are made daily in Bethlehem, by Just Born Quality Confections, a family-­owned candy manufacturer that also churns out Hot Tamales, Mike...
Building the Valley: Numa Yoga brings a calming presence to Freeport
It’s mid-morning on a Thursday in March, and Kristen Formaini is searching for “effortless.” The soft music, wafts of burning palo santo and three heaters set to a stuffy 85 degrees are all meant to help her and her students find it. “We repeat things all the time in this...
‘Growth is hard work’: Chaplain steps down at Allegheny County Jail
Dressed in neon green jumpsuits, 54 men formed a line in Allegheny County Jail’s visitor area midafternoon. They waited to receive a tray with servings of fish, rice, hummus, pita bread, mixed vegetables and a slice of chocolate cake, in celebration of Eid al-Fitr, the last day of Ramadan. Rev....
The great Easter basket question — to Peep or not Peep
BETHLEHEM — Love them or hate them, those marshmallow Peeps that come in blindingly bright colors and an array of flavors are inescapable around the Easter holiday. Millions are made daily in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, by Just Born Quality Confections, a family-owned candy manufacturer that also churns out Hot Tamales, Mike...


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