This farmers market started in 2022 as a way to bring the community together for a few afternoons over the summer on Ann Street in Homestead. It offers area residents fresh and local produce, baked goods, refreshments, specialty products and more, plus live entertainment. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

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

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

You can help save the life of animals by supporting Animal Lifeline Pittsburgh. Animal Lifeline Pittsburgh in Homestead provides care for at-risk and homeless pets, including a lifesaving transport program for animals in need. It is a nonprofit supported by a 100% volunteer staff, which assures that every dollar donated goes directly to the needs of the animals. Some of the care Animal Lifeline provides includes emergency medical care, dental care, spaying and neutering, and

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Preston Smith is winning championships and bringing attention to the sport of bowling locally! Preston, who lives in Whitaker, started...