This year’s Community Day took place on Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Ross Township Community Center. From 3 to 8 p.m., families and neighbors gathered to enjoy a full afternoon and evening of activities including food, live music, touch-a-truck, balloon art, local vendors and entertainment. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

Where the season sparkles—your ultimate guide to holiday happenings. Welcoming the Season Bethel Park Tree Lighting & Holiday Market When: December 6 Where: Recreation Community Center, 5151 Park Avenue, Bethel Park For more info: bethelparkpa.gov This annual tree lighting celebration will feature a visit from Santa, a whimsical gingerbread neighborhood, holiday activities, and a seasonal indoor market. Deck the Barns When: December 19–21 Where: Washington County Fairgrounds,

The Lamp Theatre in Irwin became a place of remembrance, honor, and community spirit on Sunday, September 21, as veterans, families, and local organizations gathered for GI Canteen for a Day to commemorate the 80th anniversary of V-J Day—the day marking the end of World War II. Among those who played an important role in the ceremony were students from the Norwin School District, whose involvement demonstrated the importance of educating future generations about service and s

Where the season sparkles—your ultimate guide to holiday happenings. Welcoming the Season Delmont Borough Light-Up Night When: November 28 Where: Rose Wigfield Parklet, 27 Greensburg Street, Delmont For more info: delmontboro.com Join your friends and neighbors for the tree lighting and some holiday spirit. Light Up Ligonier When: November 28 Where: Town Hall, 120 East Main Street, Ligonier For more info: business.ligonier.com/events Count down to light up the Diamond, enjoy

Residents and friends gathered in Mt. Lebanon Park on July 4 for a full day of festivities, from noon to 10 p.m. Families enjoyed...

Ohio Township Community Park was filled with excitement on July 19 as families gathered for the annual Community Day, packed with...

As Autumn approaches, let the fall fun begin! Pumpkins, corn mazes, hayrides, applefests and more await. Down on the Farm Gearhard Farms...