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A professional feature graphic on a plain white background. On the right, a portrait-style photo of smiling magician Dan Kamin, with gray hair, wearing a black double-breasted tuxedo with a velvet lapel, a red pocket square, a white shirt, and a black bow tie. He is placing his right hand over his left jacket lapel. On the left, large text in bold red font reads "The Magic Behind." Below it, a black horizontal rule. Under the rule, text in a stylized black font with a red drop shadow reads "the Man." Below the red rule, a small graphic features a vintage-style comic book cover entitled "THE MAGIC LESSON with DAN KAMIN," featuring a young boy with card fans.

The Magic Behind the Man

A Mt. Lebanon performer whose career has spanned Hollywood, symphony halls and Pittsburgh stages returns home with a deeply personal new show. For decades, audiences have known Dan Kamin as a magician, mime, actor, comedian and master of physical comedy. Pittsburghers have watched him perform at the Three Rivers Arts Festival, alongside the Pittsburgh Symphony, on “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” and in schools throughout the region. Moviegoers may know him as the man who traine

6 days ago2 min read

A graphic design featuring an action photograph from an outdoor pickleball game alongside bold promotional text. The left side of the graphic consists of a solid, vibrant blue sidebar overlayed with large, stacked white text that reads "PICKLEBALL FEVER HITS THE SUBURBS." The right side features a bright, daytime photograph of a pickleball match in progress on an outdoor court with a red and tan surface. In the foreground, a young man with dark hair, sunglasses, a blue t-shirt, and dark athletic shorts is viewed from behind as he lunges forward to strike a yellow pickleball near the net with his black-and-green paddle. Across the net, two opponents stand ready on the opposite side of the court: a woman wearing a teal athletic two-piece set and sunglasses, and a man wearing a light grey t-shirt, dark shorts, and sunglasses holding a black paddle. A black chain-link fence and a line of lush green trees under a bright sky form the background.

Pickleball Fever Hits the Suburbs

How courts are becoming the hottest summer hangout in the west suburbs. In the rolling hills and river-carved valleys of Pittsburgh’s western suburbs, a new sound has officially overtaken the Friday night roar of high school football stadiums and the Sunday afternoon crack of a baseball bat. It is the rhythmic, plastic pop-pop-pop of the pickleball, a sound that has transformed the region into one of the sport’s most intense hotspots for active older adults looking for low-im

6 days ago3 min read

Vibrant graphic illustration of a "Summer Scoop" community outdoor movie night. In the foreground, a young couple sits on a blanket with popcorn, looking toward a large inflatable movie screen displaying a film of three children. To the left stands a wooden kiosk featuring a "SUMMER SCOOP" sign and a list of events including "Movie in the Park," "Park Jazz Nights," "Local Food Festival," "Nature Walks & Tales," and "Community Bonfire." The scene is set on a grassy lawn at night under a starry sky, with string lights and other attendees in lawn chairs in the background.

Summer Scoop—West Allegheny

Festivals, food, music and more... here’s what area communities have lined up for the season. The community calendar is filling up fast. Whether you’re planning ahead or just looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon or warm evening, consider this your guide to making the most of the season. From food trucks and festivals to concerts and movies under the stars, these events highlight the best of what summer has to offer close to home. We kindly ask that before attendin

6 days ago8 min read

Seneca Valley Graduates the Class of 2026

Seneca Valley Senior High School celebrated this year’s commencement on May 28 at NexTier Stadium, honoring the Class of 2026 during an evening filled with reflection, achievement and excitement for the future. Senior class officers Audrey C. Wolfe, Alaina G. Hahn, Rylin R. Barbe and Ada F. Wood helped lead the memorable ceremony, and student speakers included Samuel K. Boyer II, Sarah A. Ghaffar and Jillian E. Snyder. Congratulations to all the graduates! PHOTOS BY BILL PATE

Jun 181 min read

A man with a pensive expression, his chin resting on his hand, is looking at a camera monitor in a dark television studio. An older man with white hair is visible behind him. Large text at the bottom of the image reads, "FROM SENECA VALLEY TO MISSION CONTROL."

From Seneca Valley to Mission Control

Former Seneca Valley student Gary Jordan helps bring America’s space missions—including the recent Artemis II—to audiences around the world from inside NASA’s Johnson Space Center. NASA/Robert Markowitz: Gary Jordan directs the video shoot with Artemis II astronauts ahead of the crew reveal event at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in 2023. Growing up in Cranberry, Gary Jordan never imagined he would one day sit inside mission control helping narrate one of NASA’s most historic ev

Jun 183 min read

A photograph shows the Norwin Girls Cross Country Team standing together inside a government chamber. Ten young women stand in a row wearing dresses, with most also wearing medals around their necks and denim jackets. They are all smiling at the camera, and the girl in the center holds up a large wooden PIAA championship plaque. To the far left stands a man in a dark suit and yellow tie, and to the far right stands a woman in a striped long-sleeve shirt and dark trousers. Three coaches stand directly behind the team. The group is posed on a patterned blue carpet in front of rows of historic dark wood desks and elevated leather chairs.

Champions Honored at the Capitol

Earlier this year, the Norwin Girls Cross Country Team traveled to Harrisburg to be recognized for their outstanding achievement as the 2025 Class 3A PIAA State Champions. The team was honored for its hard work, dedication, and historic season representing Norwin on the state level. During their visit, the students also had the opportunity to tour the Pennsylvania State Capitol, where they learned more about the history and government of the Commonwealth. The special trip gav

Jun 181 min read

A joyful group portrait of the Canon-Mac girls' basketball team celebrating inside a tunnel illuminated by bright orange horizontal light strips. The players are wearing championship hats, smiling, and biting their medals. In the foreground, they hold a large, colorful shield-shaped sign that reads "WPIAL CHAMPIONS - 2026 PITTSBURGH, PA."

Girls’ Basketball Makes History with First WPIAL Championship

In his third season at the Canon-McMillan School District, head coach John Fontana led the Big Macs to a historic milestone: the program’s first WPIAL championship in 51 years. When he first joined the District, Fontana said Superintendent Greg Taranto, Principal Brittany Taylor and Athletic Director Frank Vulcano helped make Canon-McMillan feel like the right place to be. That support helped lay the groundwork for a culture centered on excellence, which Fontana has emphasize

Jun 182 min read

A promotional image featuring Tara Smith, a smiling woman with reddish-brown hair and glasses, wearing a black leather biker jacket and dark jeans. She holds an acoustic guitar and stands outdoors near a stone balustrade. Above her is the large, bold text "RUNNING TOWARD HEALING."

Running Toward Healing

Area runner and cancer survivor Tara Smith is using her story—and the Pittsburgh Half Marathon—to support young adults facing cancer. When Tara Smith crossed the finish line of the Pittsburgh Half Marathon this spring, it represented far more than 13.1 miles. It marked another chapter in a journey defined by resilience, reinvention and survival. Now nearly six years cancer-free, the personal trainer and melanoma survivor has transformed one of the darkest periods of her life

Jun 173 min read

Graphic feature image showcasing Dominic Porter in a red athletic jersey with the number 28, holding a soccer ball under his right arm in front of a goal net. The bold text "Fun and Excitement on Dek" is overlaid in white with a thick red outline on the left side of the frame against a blurred green background.

Fun and Excitement on Dek

Sophomore Dominic Porter talks about his love for dek hockey, and why more kids should give the sport a try. Dominic (Dom) will be a sophomore this fall, and he’s excited to play for the Penn Hills Indians Ball Hockey team (sometimes called dek hockey) for the second year. As a freshman player, he was the third top scorer for the year and was voted Most Valuable Player twice. He started playing the sport when he was just six years old. “I started out as a center, but I now pl

Jun 172 min read

Uniquely Yours Tea Room—A Sweet Escape to a Gentler Time

Step inside one of the best-kept secrets in the South Hills. This tea room is a wonderland of exquisite pieces that were carefully curated for several years, to reflect the European roots of the tea tradition. Chanel, the area resident who is the creator of this enchanted little corner of the world, has a natural talent for interior design. And her father was a chef in New York who often cooked for the famous Rat Pack of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis, Jr. among o

Jun 162 min read

Summer Scoop—Norwin and Oakmont-Penn Hills-Verona

Jun 1510 min read

Summer Scoop—Canon-Mac

Jun 1511 min read

A header image with a dark blue and gold serif font on a light background. Large, bold dark blue text on the top line reads: Pieces. The line below has large, bold gold text that reads: OF HOPE. A photo is superimposed over the lower portion. It shows two smiling women standing on a patio with tiled pavers, in front of glass doors that lead into a modern building. A woman on the left with blonde, wavy, shoulder-length hair wears a light brown knit sweater. She holds two cans of "Puzzles for Patients," featuring colorful nighttime cityscape views. A woman on the right with straight, dark, shoulder-length hair wears a black long-sleeved shirt and grey pants. She wears an ID badge on her right collar, which reads: Stephanie, LSW, DIRECTOR.

Pieces of Hope

A North Allegheny student turns a childhood hospital experience into a heartfelt project to bring joy to young patients Lilliana Nover-Baker (left) with Stephanie Colaberardino of UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. For Lilliana Nover-Baker, a difficult childhood experience became the inspiration for something deeply meaningful—an act of kindness designed to bring comfort to children facing health challenges. Now a 16-year-old junior in the North Allegheny School District

Jun 152 min read

Hampton Touch-A-Truck

Community members gathered May 20 for a Touch-a-Truck event at the Hampton Community Center, enjoying a hands-on experience filled with fun. Families explored a wide variety of vehicles—from fire trucks and police cars to ambulances and construction equipment—while meeting local first responders and learning how they work to keep the community safe. The free event offered plenty of opportunities to climb aboard, honk horns and capture memorable photos, making it a hit for kid

Jun 121 min read

Summer Scoop—Cranberry, Hampton, and North Allegheny

Jun 1110 min read

A medium shot of three young women of South Asian descent posing for a photo on a stadium field after the ceremony. They are wearing black graduation caps, gowns, and colorful honor stoles and cords over white dresses. The graduate on the left holds a bouquet of pink roses, and the middle graduate holds up her black North Allegheny High School diploma cover. In the foreground, a woman wearing a hijab is holding up a smartphone to take their picture.

North Allegheny Graduated 667 Students in the Class of 2026

The North Allegheny School District celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 during commencement ceremonies held June 5 at Newman Stadium. Family members, friends and faculty gathered to honor the accomplishments of 667 graduates as they marked the end of their high school careers and prepared for the next chapter of their lives. The class included 209 National Honor Society members and 255 students who graduated with a GPA of 4.0 or higher. Following graduation, the ma

Jun 111 min read

A wide-angle, live-action shot of a four-piece band performing on a dimly lit club stage, bathed in deep purple and blue light. From left to right, the musicians include a drummer seated behind a black kit, a guitarist/vocalist wearing a light blue polo shirt and cap, a standing guitarist in a dark button-down shirt and light trousers, and a keyboard player stationed at the far right. The background features a striking Art Deco-style wall panel and a glowing neon sign that reads "Cinema." Large, prominent text is overlaid on the image, with "THE" and "ROLLS ON" in bold yellow lettering and "Rhythm" in an elegant white script. In the foreground, the backs of audience members are softly visible, framing the scene.

The Rhythm Rolls On

Veteran drummer Bill Kuhn reflects on six decades in Pittsburgh’s music scene and what keeps him playing. For Bill Kuhn, music has never been just a career—it has been a lifelong calling that began at the age of 4 when he received his first drum set. More than six decades later, the Peters Township resident is still performing, producing and shaping the sound of Pittsburgh’s jazz and R&B scene. “I knew then I had a love for music that would last a lifetime,” says Kuhn. Raised

Jun 112 min read

A medium shot of a six-person color guard and honor guard marching in a parade on a paved road with double yellow lines. In the front, a man on the left in a full tan desert camouflage uniform carries a large American flag. To his right, a man in a white short-sleeve shirt with a lanyard and dark trousers carries a blue flag with yellow text, parts of which read "VETERANS," "POST," and "POST 66." Behind them, another veteran in a white uniform shirt wears a dark blue cap and carries a small snare drum on a sling, which has a sign attached reading, "VIETNAM VETERANS MEMORIAL... DORMONT HIGH SCHOOL ALUM... KIA JAMES A. BARRET... JEFFREY M. WALSH... DAVID W. HENSEL." The color guard is walking under an overcast sky, with lush green trees and utility lines in the background.

Brentwood Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

Brentwood honored those who gave all and our area’s veterans on May 25 with a parade down Brownsville Road. The procession concluded at Brentwood Library where several guest speakers addressed the gathering and the Brentwood High School Marching Band performed. We salute all who have given their life and blood in service of our great nation. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

Jun 91 min read

Summer Scoop—Brentwood-Baldwin-Whitehall, Chartiers Valley, and West Mifflin

Jun 912 min read

A wide shot on a theater stage showing a group of performers in various white, ghostly costumes and wigs dancing. In the center, a woman with long dark hair, wearing a long, elegant black dress with lace sleeves, stands looking toward the audience while the others move around her. The background is a purple-striped set designed like a stylized mansion.

West Mifflin High School presents ‘The Addams Family’

The exceptional talent of West Mifflin Area High School students was on full display when they presented the spooky musical comedy “The Addams Family” in March. A cast of 38 plus the crew were directed by drama teacher Melissa Prutz, a seasoned professional who always does an amazing job shepherding the group. Audiences were delighted as they enjoyed the performance in the newly renovated auditorium. PHOTOS BY ADAM PISCITELLI OF PRIMETIME SHOTS

Jun 91 min read

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