King’s Super Tire Powered by Export Tire to celebrate new name with Bigfoot Family Fun Day
A longtime Mt. Pleasant tire retailer is celebrating a new chapter with a day of family fun, monster truck action and community activities. King’s Super Tire, located at 6452 Route 819 South, has officially become King’s Super Tire Powered by Export Tire, reflecting its place within the Myers family’s growing...
Reimagining play in the age of screens
A buzz worthy summer blockbuster movie is sparking conversation, and its theme feels familiar: kids today are growing up in a world where screens often compete with play. For parents, that creates a daily game of tug-of-war. Screens can entertain, ease travel and even support learning. But when they begin...
Advanced therapies and new technologies help burn patients heal at Allegheny Health Network
AHN West Penn’s Burn Center is one of the nation’s leading centers for innovative treatment and specialized care for serious burn injuries Summer in Western Pennsylvania means cookouts, campfires and Fourth of July celebrations. It’s also the busiest time of year for burn centers. Fortunately, the region is home to...
Penn Commercial adds automatic-transmission truck as CDL training shifts gears
For decades, learning to drive a big rig meant mastering a stick shift with as many as 18 gears, a skill that scared off plenty of would-be truckers before they ever climbed into the cab. Penn Commercial Business/Technical School is betting that barrier is fading fast. The Washington County school...
Inherited a house in Pittsburgh? Here’s what nobody tells you about selling it
Most people have never had to sell an estate property before. When a parent or grandparent passes away, the family knows the house needs to be dealt with, but the actual process of getting from that moment to a closing table involves steps that most people have simply never encountered....
Stepping up for single parents and kids across Western Pennsylvania
For almost a decade, Angels’ Place has been a steadfast presence at the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community. The Pittsburgh-based nonprofit — which provides resources to locate stable housing, education and support for single parents and their children — has seen firsthand how the walk strengthens both its mission...
Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community unites Pittsburgh at Point State Park
On Saturday, May 30, Point State Park was filled with the sound of footsteps, laughter and music as thousands of Pittsburghers came together for the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community. Families, friends, community groups and pets walked side by side, choosing to participate in either a one mile or...
Hidden Gems: Local businesses with heart, hustle and purpose
Local hidden gem businesses are what give our communities their charm, personality and heart. They are the shops, services and family-run companies that make our neighborhoods feel connected and special. Built by hardworking people who care deeply about what they do, these businesses bring passion, pride and personal service to...
Fighting unfair property tax assessments in Allegheny County
The Pennsylvania State Tax Equalization Board has set the Common Level Ratio for 2027 tax assessment appeals at 49.3%. As a result of this change, thousands of properties are now over-assessed. The attorneys at Robert Peirce & Associates, P.C. can help you appeal your unfair property tax assessment. Working with...
Masters of the Sky: At National Aviary this summer, meet ‘Remarkable Raptors’
National Aviary is focusing on some remarkable flyers this summer and introducing visitors to a new feathered friend. Located in Pittsburgh’s North Side, the Aviary recently launched Remarkable Raptors, an entertaining and educational look at birds of prey, presented by S&T Bank. There are new seasonal Daily Activities, add-on opportunities,...
Virtual Pelvic Health: A new era of care
For too long, conversations around women’s health have sidestepped some of the most common and disruptive issues. Nearly 1 in 3 women experience bladder issues, chronic pelvic pain, pelvic floor disorders, or symptoms associated with intimacy, well-being, pregnancy, post-partum, and menopause. This widespread need demands accessible, effective solutions. At Highmark...
Remarkable cancer care at AHN makes life’s milestones possible
For much of his life, Christopher Musati wanted nothing to do with hospitals. Growing up, the 34-year-old Butler resident watched a close family member battle a rare disease, an experience that left him with lasting memories of anxiety, fear and loss tied to medical care. Hospitals, in his mind, were...
How AHN is addressing heart health in South Asian patient populations
We sat down with Dr. Mahathi Indaram, a board-certified cardiologist and one of the physician leaders of Allegheny Health Network’s (AHN) new South Asian Heart Clinic, to discuss this innovative resource. Q: What is the South Asian Heart Clinic, and why was it created? Dr. Indaram: The South Asian Heart...
Facing foreclosure in Pittsburgh? Here’s what you can do before the bank takes your house
Most homeowners don’t realize how little time they actually have. By the time a foreclosure notice arrives, the clock is already running, and in Pennsylvania, once the bank files in court, options start to disappear fast. That’s the situation Tom and Linda found themselves in last year. After Tom was...
From Patient to Caregiver: Young woman’s journey highlights the power of advanced cardiovascular, critical care at AHN Allegheny General Hospital
Shortly after 20-year-old Ainsley Flynn of Mt. Lebanon attended a Pittsburgh Penguins game in December 2024, she developed a headache that she initially dismissed as nothing serious. When she arrived home, however, her symptoms quickly worsened. Severe fatigue and shortness of breath prompted her to seek care at her local...
Hidden Gem Businesses: Local favorites worth discovering
Hidden Gem local businesses are the heartbeat of our community. They are the places that bring character, connection and pride to where we live. These aren’t big box stores or one-size-fits-all companies. They’re built by hardworking local people and families who pour passion, care, and dedication into everything they do....
A life restored with Deep Brain Stimulation
Abigail Bailey of Hookstown, Beaver County, has spent much of her 24 years trapped. Diagnosed with Tourette syndrome at age 3, she grew up battling a body that moved without her permission. Relentless motor and vocal tics fractured her fingers, cracked her ribs, and drained every ounce of energy she...
Physical therapists launch Settler & Stone landscape design company in Scenery Hill
Cliff Wonsettler and Lenny Murgi built their careers studying how people move, heal and respond to the environments around them. Today, they’re applying that same lens in a different setting — one that exists just beyond the back door. The two doctors of physical therapy recently launched Settler & Stone,...
Should you sell your Pittsburgh rental property? Here’s how local landlords are making that call
Spring is turnover season. Leases end, tenants move out and landlords across Pittsburgh find themselves standing in an empty unit doing the same mental calculation they do every year: put the money in, find another tenant and start the cycle over, or do something different this time. For a growing...
What’s happening this summer at Westmoreland County Parks
Looking for family fun, outdoor adventure and live entertainment this summer? Westmoreland County Parks has packed the season with events for all ages. Whether you’re into music, nature, food, crafts or just a relaxing day in the sun, there’s no shortage of things to do nearby. Summer Festivals Galore Kick...
Community Bank celebrates 125th anniversary with ‘Generations of Trust’ campaign
Community Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of CB Financial Services, Inc., will celebrate its 125th anniversary on July 1. Founded in 1901 in Carmichaels, Pa., Community Bank has grown from a single office in Greene County to 12 branches serving communities across Southwestern Pennsylvania and the Northern Panhandle of West...
Hidden Gems: Local businesses driven by passion
Our community is powered by the small, standout businesses you won’t just find anywhere. These are the ones that add pride, personality, hands-on help and purpose to where we live. They are more than places to shop, dine, or receive services from — they are built from personal passion, and...
Do you have to pay taxes when you inherit a house in Pittsburgh?
Inheriting a house can bring up a lot at once — emotions, paperwork, and usually one big question: “Are we going to owe taxes on this?” In Pennsylvania, the answer depends on a few factors. The good news? Most families assume it’s worse than it actually is. Once you understand...
Protecting your home this spring: Why choosing the right roofing partner matters
When winter fades and spring storms roll into Western Pennsylvania, your roof becomes your home’s first, and most important line of defense. Heavy rains, strong winds, and unpredictable weather can expose hidden damage or create new problems overnight. That’s why working with a trusted, local expert like Bella Construction &...
Penn Commercial Business/Technical School to host College & Career Fair on April 10
Penn Commercial Business/Technical School will host its upcoming College & Career Fair on Friday, April 10, from 9 a.m. to noon at its campus located at 242 Oak Spring Road in Washington, Pa. The event will bring together local employers, colleges, and organizations to connect directly with high school students...
