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Strength Beyond Her Years

Fort Couch Middle School student Juliette Hirzel pushes past limits to honor the legacy of World War II heroes. Juliette Hirzel crossing the 13-mile marker in the shadows of the Organ Mountains of New Mexico. It’s not every day that a 14-year-old chooses to test her limits. But for Juliette Hirzel, who took on one of the most grueling endurance challenges in the country, the 65-mile Bataan Memorial Death March, the challenge meant something more. The 14-year-old Fort Couch Mi

May 293 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—Peters Township, South Fayette, and Upper St. Clair

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 2912 min read

Roots of Change

South Fayette resident Kathleen Stanley is helping reshape another local community through compassion, connection and a bold vision for affordable housing. For Kathleen Stanley, the path to transforming a community didn’t begin with a grand plan—it began with people. A longtime resident of South Fayette Township, Stanley has spent more than a decade working in Sharpsburg, where she now serves as executive director of Roots of Faith. When she first arrived, the borough faced s

May 293 min read

Summer Scoop—Carlynton-Montour

May 299 min read

An outdoor daytime photograph shows an asphalt road curving up a hill through a grassy park lined with many mature trees with new spring green leaves. On the right, a large white sign with dark text and a blue decorative arch reads "WELCOME TO CARNEGIE PARK," followed by park rules, mounted on metal posts next to a chain-link fence enclosing a tennis court. A wooden utility pole with a street light stands along the road further in the distance. The sky is bright blue with a few light clouds.

Welcome to Carnegie Park

In the heart of the community, Carnegie Municipal Park has a history that reflects the people who built it and those who continue to visit. Carnegie Municipal Park’s beautiful green space will be the scene for “Party in the Park,” a community celebration on May 30, from noon to 10 p.m. Vintage cars will make their appearance from noon to 3 p.m., and the entire park will resonate with the sounds of The Mansfield 5, The Jaggerz, and The Timothy Earl Bands. The evening will cul

May 292 min read

Summer Scoop—West County

May 2810 min read

A wide, outdoor photograph features an overo paint horse running from right to left across a muddy, partially grassy field. The horse has a light brown and white coat with a flowing white mane and tail. In the background, several other horses of various colors graze in a mowed field enclosed by a multi-level wire fence, with a dense forest line beyond. Overlaid in the center of the image is the white, stylized text "RANCH REBOOT."

Ranch Reboot

The nexus of nature, community, faith and fun are providing an atmosphere of growth and spiritual development for all ages at WLD Ranch. WLD Ranch has summer camps for kids, teaches horseback riding and horse care, holds retreats for both men and women, and has programs for couples to enrich their marriage. It provides a community for believers to be strengthened in the quiet of nature’s serene backdrop. As Christy Preston, an instructor at the ranch, explains it, “Camp minis

May 283 min read

A close-up shot of a player playing field hockey with protective gear on. The background features other players on a blue surface. They wear a black helmet with a white mask, a white mask, black and purple shorts, black and white socks, and white gloves, holding a field hockey stick in both hands with their right arm extended.

Two Plum Teens To Represent Team USA At Isbhf World Championships In Slovakia

This summer, two young athletes from Plum Borough will step onto the rink and the international stage, proudly wearing the red, white, and blue of Team USA. Brayden Caliguiri, 16, and Tyler Brenner, 17, have each earned spots on the United States national team for the 2026 International Street and Ball Hockey Federation World Championships, set to take place in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia from July 1–5, 2026. Brayden will compete in the ISBHF U16 Men’s World Championships, whil

May 282 min read

Summer Scoop—Plum

May 2811 min read

A medium, eye-level shot captures an outdoor musical performance taking place on a raised wooden stage under a large white tent. On stage, two musicians perform: one plays an electric guitar while wearing a white t-shirt and black baseball cap, and another plays an acoustic guitar while singing into a microphone, wearing a black shirt and camo-print pants. Beside them, another musician plays a double bass. In the foreground, a young girl in a white dress dances barefoot on the paved path in front of the stage. Nearby, other audience members sit and stand, including a woman in a dark patterned dress resting on the ground and two young boys, one holding a colorful ball. The background features a large, rustic-looking metal bridge spanning over a river, with lush, green, tree-covered hills rising behind it. The scene conveys a relaxed, community-focused outdoor event.

Happy Trails

Located along the riverfront in Aspinwall, Allegheny RiverTrail Park has become one of the region’s most vibrant outdoor destinations—offering scenic trails, family-friendly amenities and a full lineup of summer programming that draws visitors from across Western Pennsylvania. Once an industrial landscape, the park has been transformed into a welcoming community gathering space with about 1.5 miles of multi-use trails—perfect for walking, running and biking along the Alleghen

May 282 min read

Hitting All the Right Notes

Ross Township’s resident orchestra, 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 m

May 282 min read

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

Summer Scoop—Pine-Richland and Ross Township

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

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