Peggy Gray Candies of North Springfield has been a special treat for over 100 years, for kids from 1 to 92. In 1922 Marguerite (Peggy) Holliday was a physical education teacher. She began losing her hearing however, which made it impossible to continue as a teacher. Though many people might have decided to just stay home, Peggy never missed a beat. She quickly shifted gears, and looked for a new career to help her family. She had always enjoyed making candy as a hobby, and

On January 21st, Plum Senior High School hosted an end-of-day assembly celebrating PSHS’s designation as a National Banner Unified Champion School. The CEO of the Special Olympics spoke at the event, honoring PSHS students, staff, and alumni who helped earn this award. This includes PSHS’s participation in Partner model programs like Best Buddies and Unified Sports®, where students with and without disabilities train and play together on the same team, creating shared opportu

Gibsonia resident Laura Bogacz blends creativity and science to create vibrant, small-batch soaps that turn an everyday ritual into something special. For Laura Bogacz, soap is more than a necessity—it’s a canvas. The founder and maker behind Pittsburgh Artisanal Soap Co., LLC, Bogacz lives in Gibsonia with her husband, Michael, and brings a lifelong love of creativity to every bar she makes. A former teacher and stay-at-home mom, she found an unexpected artistic outlet in so

Bethel Park martial arts instructor and world champion Alicia Tavani joins hundreds of players vying for victory in a high-stakes Netflix reality series. When Alicia Tavani stepped off a plane in London to film “Squid Game: The Challenge,” she knew exactly what she was walking into—and what she was leaving behind. No phone. No schedule. No certainty. For most people, that kind of isolation would be unsettling. For Tavani, a 13-time world champion martial artist and owner of N

A guide to a few of the local garden nurseries where the season comes alive with colorful annuals, native perennials, flowering trees and more. East Beall’s Nursery Address: 9334 Saltsburg Road, Plum Contact: beallslandscaping.com, 412.793.6147 Beall’s is your go-to destination for all your gardening needs. The 7-acre nursery is home to hundreds of trees, shrubs and perennials. Stroll through a climate-controlled greenhouse to choose from countless varieties of flowering annu

Ross Township’s Dyed In The Wool has offered inspiration and education for more than two decades. For more than 20 years, Dyed In The Wool on Babcock Boulevard in Ross Township has been a vibrant part of Pittsburgh’s fiber arts community—an inviting space filled with color, texture and connection. At the heart of it all is owner Carol Briggs Dragos, whose lifelong love of yarn has shaped not only a business, but a welcoming creative home for knitters, spinners, weavers and cr

If you’re looking for an unusual place to visit downtown, you just might land in jail. Most people spend their time trying to stay out of jail, but the Old Allegheny County Jail is one that you might want to visit—temporarily anyway. The building dates to 1886 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as architecturally significant. It was designed by Henry Hobson Richardson of Boston. It is actually the third courthouse in downtown Pittsburgh. The first was c

The Laurel Marketplace in Greensburg offers handcrafted goods, community connection and major support for the area’s small businesses. Since opening its doors in March 2023, The Laurel Marketplace has quickly become a cherished destination in downtown Greensburg—rooted in friendship, resilience and a shared passion for supporting local makers. The shop was founded by Marsha Bauer of North Huntingdon—owner of Laurel Country Herbs—alongside her best friend Christina Moore of La

The Westmoreland celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a special Open House on Monday, Jan. 19, welcoming the community for a day of reflection, creativity and connection. The free event featured community partner tables, hands-on art activities, creativity and conversation stations and a student-created MLK Jr. poster tribute. Guests also enjoyed food from the historic Sankofa Mansion, the final day of “Winter Tales: An Immersive Experience” and scheduled programming in

From exfoliating scrubs to restorative massages, treat yourself to a spring spa treatment designed to renew skin, relax muscles, and welcome the warmer months. Cold days and heavy layers can leave both body and mind feeling dull. Spring is nature’s reminder that renewal is possible. With brightening facials, restorative massages, and revitalizing body treatments, spas offer an ideal way to refresh after months of winter hibernation. Here’s a list of local spas and salons wher

Irish step dancing is a unique cultural art form that may have begun as early as the 1600s! Though the earliest forms of the dance might be unrecognizable today, almost everyone is familiar with the internationally famous Lord of the Dance show featuring routines built upon classic Irish step dancing. It capitalizes on the showier jumps, and performs the steps at lightning speed to dramatic effect. But the basic steps and jumps are the same as what is taught at the Shovlin Ac

From exfoliating scrubs to restorative massages, treat yourself to a spring spa treatment designed to renew skin, relax muscles, and welcome the warmer months. Cold days and heavy layers can leave both body and mind feeling dull. Spring is nature’s reminder that renewal is possible. With brightening facials, restorative massages, and revitalizing body treatments, spas offer an ideal way to refresh after months of winter hibernation. Here’s a list of local spas and salons wher

LevelUp Pickleball Club’s Baseline Bar & Grille turns pickleball into an all-day hang, with fresh food, drinks, and a cool social vibe. Baseline Bar & Grille feels like the kind of place you instantly belong. Located in Canonsburg, the neighborhood restaurant can be found inside the LevelUp Pickleball Club on Mayview Road, giving it an unmistakably sporty, community-driven feel. At the heart of it all is Greg Braeudigam, chef and manager, whose passion for food, people, and c

Movies, markets, music and more... Moon Parks & Rec has fun events for all. There may still be snow on the ground, but spring is on the way! Fun community events have been scheduled for Moon Township residents this year. You can cut out this handy list of events and post it where your entire family can see, because there’s something for everyone. Moon Market & Music has become a much-anticipated event series, providing an opportunity to browse local products and produce, an

From exfoliating scrubs to restorative massages, treat yourself to a spring spa treatment designed to renew skin, relax muscles, and welcome the warmer months. Cold days and heavy layers can leave both body and mind feeling dull. Spring is nature’s reminder that renewal is possible. With brightening facials, restorative massages, and revitalizing body treatments, spas offer an ideal way to refresh after months of winter hibernation. Here’s a list of local spas and salons wher

Here are some interesting February-related stories tied to Pittsburgh neighborhoods and suburbs. February 1916 – Birth of modern radio Pittsburgh is often called the birthplace of commercial radio. In February 1916, local inventor Frank Conrad made one of the first regular radio music broadcasts from his garage in Wilkinsburg, just outside the city. This work directly led to KDKA, the world’s first commercial radio station. February 9, 1967 – The Penguins are born The NHL off

Every other Friday, Mike Matteo and Dr. Montaire Taylor meet with their student leadership team and carefully listen. One by one, each of the nine 4th graders share their ideas and input with Evergreen Elementary’s principal and counselor, ideas which are carefully considered and implemented. Meetings like these are commonplace across the district’s schools. Gateway High School and Middle School both have their leadership teams, but so too do all four of the district’s elemen

From exfoliating scrubs to restorative massages, treat yourself to a spring spa treatment designed to renew skin, relax muscles, and welcome the warmer months. Cold days and heavy layers can leave both body and mind feeling dull. Spring is nature’s reminder that renewal is possible. With brightening facials, restorative massages, and revitalizing body treatments, spas offer an ideal way to refresh after months of winter hibernation. Here’s a list of local spas and salons wher

Dogs can make a house a home, with their constant love and devotion to their families. But now and then, some of them need our help to live a stable, happy life. Nothing is quite like a dog, who’s always happy to see you when you arrive home from a tough day at work. A pet’s unfailing love and support makes the world feel like a nicer place. Unfortunately, that love is not always returned. Many beautiful animals end up in a shelter through no fault of their own—alone, afraid

Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Carnegie hosted its food festival on Saturday, Oct. 11, and no one left hungry! The food that was prepared from time-honored family recipes included pyrohy (pierogies), holubtsi (stuffed cabbage rolls), halushky (noodles), kielbasa and sauerkraut, and some wonderful Ukrainian desserts and beer. Guests also enjoyed live music provided by local artist Michael Spak and Pittsburgh polka legend Mikey Dee. Tours of the beautiful, tradition