On December 3, several local Western Pennsylvania police departments were awarded AAA’s prestigious Platinum Community Traffic Safety Award for their safety efforts. The following regional police departments were honored: Aliquippa, Allegheny County, Allegheny County Port Authority, Beaver, Bellevue, Butler, City of Pittsburgh, Cranberry Township, Hampton Township, McCandless, New Brighton, New Sewickley, Northern Regional, Ohio Township, Pittsburgh Bureau, Shaler Township, U

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Every year, many of us make New Years resolutions, and so many of them are restrictive: spend less time on your phone, eat less takeout, drink less wine. But what if we decided to add something to our lives, instead of depriving ourselves of something? Here’s my suggestion: take up a hobby. 

For Traci Kovacic, the past decade has brought life challenges that could easily have broken her. Ten years ago, her husband Mike collapsed while running the EQT 10 Miler race in Pittsburgh. The 32-year-old died a half hour later of a previously undetected heart arrhythmia. She spent the following years deeply in grief and picking up the pieces of her life.

The Wexford Post Office celebrated 202 years of safe driving and work practices on October 31. Twenty-two employees were recognized for their safety excellence. Rural carrier Steven Roberts was inducted into the National Safety Council’s Million Mile Club. This nationally recognized distinction is earned for driving 30 years or one million miles without a preventable accident.

I’m not going to lie, 2025 was a challenging year for me, health-wise. It started off with two torn shoulders followed by physical therapy, knee surgery followed, again, by physical therapy and I have now undergone a toe surgery, which again, will be followed by PT.

I love traditions, but I’m a big advocate for dropping the ones that don’t serve you. With a large extended family, and three young children, and a school calendar packed full of special dress-up days, I’m in a season of life where holidays can be more stressful than they’re worth.

Rodney Phillips’ debut novel began in a less than traditional way: in the warehouse of a discount furniture store in Pittsburgh, thirty-seven years ago. Phillips was 19 years old and working his way through college, and his job allowed plenty of downtime. To pass the hours, he started writing.

On the morning of November 22, 2018, I awoke with a sense of heaviness, much different than any Thanksgiving morning in years past. Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays, surpassing Christmas, even in childhood. I let my family know I was going out for a quick drive for a coffee at the nearby and ever-reliable (read: open) Sheetz. What I didn’t mention, however, was the pain of experiencing this “first” Thanksgiving in a completely new way was completely ov

When a child becomes medically complex whether from cancer, chronic illness, or frequent hospital care, a parent’s world is consumed by fear and uncertainty. Treatments offer hope but also bring major changes: children feel unwell, miss school and time with friends, and endure ongoing medical interventions. Improving the quality of life becomes critical.

In the United States, we make it a priority to support our troops, who are an integral part of our country. It is essential to recognize the sacrifices that military members make in safeguarding our freedom and providing us with a sense of security.

Running a small business comes with many challenges, and having the right financial support can make all the difference. WesBanco is committed to helping local entrepreneurs succeed by offering lending products that are flexible, fast, and transparent.

Kung Fu class is a fast-paced workout, while kids' classes focus on developing discipline and focus. In contrast, Adult Tai Chi classes are for stress relief and relaxation.

Over 50 years ago, master goldsmith Rich Helgerman founded Trinity Jewelers in the heart of Pittsburgh’s jewelry district—the historic Clark Building downtown.