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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

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—Norwin and Oakmont-Penn Hills-Verona

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

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

Summer Scoop—Woodland Hills

Jun 511 min read

Hitting All the Right Notes

The Pittsburgh Philharmonic celebrates 50 years of bringing accessible, high-quality music to the region. For more than 50 years, the Pittsburgh Philharmonic has been bringing the power of live orchestral music to audiences across southwestern Pennsylvania—proving that passion, dedication and community can create something truly extraordinary. Founded in 1975 as the North Pittsburgh Civic Symphony, the orchestra was created to give local musicians the opportunity to perform c

Jun 52 min read

SHALER HAMPTON EMS – AEDS IN TOWNSHIP PARKS

Shaler Hampton EMS Director Eric Schmidt, Township Manager Judy Kording, and Commissioner Bill Cross announced the installation of 12 AEDs in 10 Township parks on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. On any given day, Shaler Township’s parks are filled with activity—families gathering, children playing, and neighbors enjoying the outdoors. Now, those same parks are also equipped with something even more powerful: the ability to save a life. In a partnership between Shaler Township and Sh

Jun 43 min read

A promotional graphic with the text "KILN IT" in large bold letters, with "WITH KINDNESS" below it on a dark green rectangular background. The image features three ceramic items on a shelf: a large bowl on the left, a larger bowl in the background center, and a small, filled candle vessel in the foreground right, all sharing a consistent blue-teal drip glaze.

Kiln It with Kindness

A Peters Township mom turns her passion for pottery into a warm, community-centered boutique. Sometimes, the right moment doesn’t arrive with a grand plan—it shows up in the form of a “For Lease” sign on a familiar street. For Samantha McVicker, that moment came while driving along Peters Township’s Valleybrook Road last winter. What she saw sparked something she had been carrying for years: a quiet but persistent dream of opening her own boutique. “I wrote my first business

Jun 32 min read

On a stage, a performer dressed as Ariel speaks with a performer dressed as King Triton, who holds a trident, while other cast members in colorful aquatic-themed costumes stand nearby against a blue, underwater-themed backdrop.

PTHS Presents ‘The Little Mermaid’

Peters Township Thespian Troupe #185 brought the magic of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” to the stage April 16–19, with three evening performances and a Sunday matinee. Featuring a talented student cast and colorful costumes, the production transported audiences under the sea for the beloved story of Ariel and her journey to follow her dreams. Congrats to all the cast and crew! PHOTOS BY RICHELLE SZYPULSKI PHOTOGRAPHY

Jun 31 min read

Summer Scoop—Harborcreek and North East

Jun 210 min read

A rustic, light-wood stave basket with orange-painted rims, filled with red-and-yellow-streaked apples, sits on a rough-hewn log. The blurred background shows a sunny, green pasture under a partly cloudy sky. The white, stylized text "A Basket Full of Blessings" is centered over the top of the image.

A Basket Full of Blessings

The Cook family builds their company, family and the community. Reagan Cook began working for the Greenfield Basket Company at the age of 16. The local company in North East had been in business since 1933, supplying people across the country with handmade baskets for harvesting and many other purposes in the home. He learned about all phases of the business from owners who had acquired the company 30 years earlier. But the owners were now ready to retire. Reagan’s parents, S

Jun 22 min read

Summer Scoop—Sewickley and Shaler Area

Jun 111 min read

A vibrant foreground of bright red, pink, and yellow potted flowers, including begonias and gerbera daisies, welcomes visitors to the Sewickley Farmers Market. White text overlaid on the flowers reads, "SEWICKLEY FARMERS MARKET IS OPEN FOR THE SEASON." In the background, shoppers walk between various market stalls under white tents on an overcast day.

Sewickley Farmers Market is Open For the Season

The Farmers Market at St. James Church of the Divine Redeemer Parish has been a beloved community tradition since 2005 and is now celebrating its 22nd harvest season. Open every Saturday from April through the Saturday before Thanksgiving (9 a.m. until 1 p.m., rain or shine), the market features local farmers and merchants offering fresh, seasonal goods. With strong community support drawing large crowds each week, visitors can also enjoy nearby seating areas for relaxing and

Jun 11 min read

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