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Richland Township Earns its Wings

Richland Township’s designation as the 100th Bird Town in PA highlights a growing commitment to conservation and community. In a milestone moment for both conservation and community pride, Richland Township has been named a Bird Town by Bird Town Pennsylvania—a designation that reflects years of grassroots effort and a growing statewide movement toward sustainability. Richland is the 100th Bird Town in the state. “It means the township is the ‘capstone’ of a decade-long movem

May 272 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—Pine-Richland and Ross Township

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

May 2711 min read

A wide stage shot featuring a large cast of young women performing in a musical, set against a Mediterranean-style village backdrop. Three central performers, dressed in matching metallic silver disco-style jumpsuits with flared legs, stand at the front, each holding a microphone and pointing one arm triumphantly toward the sky. They are illuminated by a disco ball overhead, creating a starry, shimmering effect on the stage. Behind them, other cast members in colorful floral dresses are arranged across the stage, many with their hands raised near their faces, contributing to the energetic, choreographed performance.

North Hills High School Presents ‘Mamma Mia!’

The NH Drama Club’s production of “Mamma Mia!” had audiences laughing and singing along in six completely sold-out performances March 13–15 and March 19–21. Congratulations to all of the cast and crew! PHOTOS BY HEATHER PELAT, COURTESY OF NORTH HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT

May 271 min read

Summer Scoop—Bethel Park

May 2710 min read

Soph performs on stage in a dramatic costume as the character Ursula, with theatrical lighting and a dark background.

A Voice on the Rise

Bethel Park junior Sophia Willis took center stage at Carnegie Hall in February. Soph performs the role of Ursula in Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” Photo by Thomas Evans Photography. For Sophia Willis (Soph), music has always been part of her life—but this year, it reached a whole new level. The 16-year-old junior at Bethel Park High School recently earned the opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall, a milestone that many young artists only dream of. “It was exhilarating,” sa

May 272 min read

Summer Scoop—Millcreek

May 2711 min read

A vibrant and inviting street-side outdoor dining scene on a sunny day. In the foreground, a wooden table and chairs are positioned on a light-colored paved sidewalk, with a planter of red flowers in the corner. Above the seating area, the image features large, stylized text that reads "EAT, DRINK —and Be Airy!" in bold orange and blue lettering. The background shows a perspective view of additional outdoor tables and chairs lining the sidewalk under red awnings, decorated with lush hanging flower baskets filled with yellow and orange blooms.

Eat, Drink—and Be Airy!—East

Summer is almost here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors. 3 Stone Merchant Address: 25 West Otterman Street, Greensburg Contact: threestonemerchant.com, or 724.834.8010 This gastropub serves inventive modern American cuisine with twists on classic favorites like burgers, salads, wings and pizza. Take your meal on the patio during the warmer months. Bar Nine Address: 9 Mount Pleasant Stre

May 277 min read

Summer Scoop—Greensburg

May 2712 min read

Two round, gold-rimmed drop earrings featuring small, light blue pressed flowers and gold flakes encased in clear resin, set against a pink floral-patterned background with the text 'Forever in Bloom' above them.

Forever in Bloom

Greensburg entrepreneur Alexandra Gerstel transforms wedding flowers into timeless, wearable art. For Alexandra Gerstel, beauty has always been about more than what meets the eye—it’s about meaning, memories and the stories we carry with us through the years. As the founder and artist behind Preciosa Jewelry Co., the Greensburg native has built a business rooted in transforming special moments into lasting keepsakes. Gerstel launched her company in August of 2022, shortly aft

May 263 min read

A large ensemble of Greensburg Salem High School students in 1930s-style formal wear performing a musical number on stage. The cast members are standing in a group, many in mid-dance, during a performance of 'Anything Goes.

Greensburg Salem High School Presents its Spring Musical

Greensburg Salem students presented “Anything Goes” (2022 Revision) from Feb. 27 through March 1, bringing the classic musical comedy to life on stage. Set aboard the S.S. American, the story follows nightclub singer Reno Sweeney and a colorful cast of characters entangled in romance, disguises and comedic mischief as they sail from New York to England. The audiences enjoyed lively performances filled with humor, music and tap-dancing spectacle with the help of a talented cre

May 261 min read

Summer Scoop—Keystone Oaks

May 1912 min read

Eat, Drink—and Be Airy!—South

Summer is almost here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors. 31 Sports Bar & Grille Address: 1020 Washington Pike, Bridgeville Contact: 31sportsbargrille.com, or 412.632.2922 A full menu of spot-on bar food with lots of specials to accompany any sporting event. Heaters make the outdoor area inviting year-round and a welcome spot for fans, family and friends. All Star Sports Bar & Grill Addr

May 197 min read

Green Tree Nature Center

This center is an oasis of wildlife in the heart of a suburban area, providing a quick getaway to a natural plant and animal habitat. Located in the heart of Green Tree at the corner of Hillcrest Ave. and Crestmont Dr., the Green Tree Nature Center is easily accessible for a quick reset—whether an early-morning visit, a lunch break or an after-work walk to get your steps in. The 18-acre oasis features plenty of native plants and flora in its forested area, along with lots of

May 192 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 SOUTH HILLS." 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 South Hills

How courts are becoming the hottest summer hangout in the south suburbs. In the rolling hills and leafy cul-de-sacs of Pittsburgh’s south 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-impact

May 193 min read

Summer Scoop—Moon Township

May 199 min read

Eat, Drink—and Be Airy!—Erie

Summer is almost here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors. Bay House Oyster Bar and Restaurant Address: 8 Sassafras Pier, Erie Contact: bayhousepier6.com, or 814.413.7440 Indoor and outdoor dining with stunning views of Lake Erie. Enjoy fresh oysters and craft cocktails at this upscale wood-fired Argentine grill. Blue Pike Grille Address: 11950 East Lake Road, North East Contact: bluepike

May 157 min read

A detailed photo-realistic watercolor painting titled 'Market at Roslindale' serves as the article header. The bold, dark brown text 'Reality Check' is centered at the top. Below, a bustling farmers market scene shows multiple canvas stalls lining a paved street. Vendors and customers interact around tables piled high with wooden crates of fruits and vegetables, like apples and tomatoes, in shades of red, green, and orange. In the foreground on the left, several people, whose faces are intentionally left featureless per the artist's style, walk past, including one woman in a bright pink top and another in a light green shirt. On the right, a vendor in a green shirt helps a customer wearing a light-colored, patterned short-sleeve shirt and a light green baseball cap, viewed from behind, browse the produce. Wooden crates labeled with posters and signs, and black wire baskets are visible. A red hanging scale is prominent. The background features more market activity and trees.

Reality Check

At first glance, you might think the paintings of local artist Daniel Austin are photographs of buildings. But look a little closer and you’ll view them through the lens of an artist who sees them as living, evolving structures with a story to tell. Austin’s artwork began almost incidentally with a thoughtful gift of watercolor paints from his stepson in 2011. “When I was a child, I loved art! But in high school, I became unduly practical,” says Austin. “I went on to become

May 152 min read

Eat, Drink—and Be Airy!—West

Summer is almost here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors. Alexions Bar & Grill Address: 141 Hawthorne Street, Carnegie Contact: alexions.com, or 412.276.2018 A friendly neighborhood joint since 1953, specializing in fresh made-to-order food. Take advantage of patio dining on a beautiful summer day. Angelia’s Pizza Address: 410 Penn Lincoln Drive, Imperial Contact: angeliasonline.com, or

May 155 min read

A professional portrait of Marine Staff Sgt. Hannah Davis smiling and looking directly at the camera. She is wearing her official United States Marine Corps dress blue uniform, complete with her insignia and white uniform cover, set against a soft-focus, neutral studio background.

Marines the Few, the Proud—and the Musical!

Moon Area High School graduate Hannah Davis is now serving her country as a soloist and concert moderator staff sergeant with “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band! As a member of this band, Staff Sgt. Davis is part of a tradition that began in 1798. She often performs in front of dignitaries at official functions, including U.S. Presidential inaugurations, state funerals and arrival ceremonies for foreign ambassadors and military personnel. Although Davis has been

May 154 min read

Summer Scoop—Monroeville

May 1511 min read

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