DEAR HARRIETTE: I’m 29 years old, and I’ve been dating my boyfriend for a few years now. We have a great relationship; however, his work-life balance has been an issue. My boyfriend works long hours a...

Cookouts and backyard parties are a highlight of summer. Whether you are vegetarian, looking to explore healthier options or want to have foods for all your guests, these plant-based dishes are a grea...

If you’re looking for a bean salad with substance that can serve as a dip, a condiment, a side dish or even a vegetarian entrée, than you must make Cowboy Caviar a part of your summer cookout repertoi...

Sizzle up your summer without breaking a sweat with these easy cooking hacks. You’ll say goodbye to slaving over a hot stove and hello to more fun in the sun. With an emphasis on delicious flavors and...

Summer grilling tends to focus on meat, but vegetables also get great flavor from a stint over hot coals. So move the burgers and hot dogs to the side and make room on your grill for smoky, tender egg...

One sweltering summer in Southern California, Jessica Gavin was looking for a healthy, cooling treat for her then 2-year-old son. Gavin, a food science expert who wrote “Easy Culinary Science for Bett...

• Youth group meeting (ages 5-10) California United Methodist Church, 227 Third St., 6 p.m. • Barbecued pork chop dinner, dine-in or takeout (includes 2 barbecued pork chops, baked potato, baked beans...

Innovations in Medicine, the community programming that Penn Highlands Mon Valley has been offering to residents of the region for more than 15 years, continues in July. Gopi Vadlamudi, MD, MPH, SFHM,...

The McKeesport Al-Anon group will meet noon Tuesday at Beulah Park United Methodist Church on Grandview Avenue. Al-Anon is a support and educational group for relatives and friends of problem drinkers...

The Elizabeth Township Seniors will meet at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Rock Run Inn. President George Oeler will welcome members. Debbie Gilbert will offer the table blessing. Lunch at $15 consists of picnic ...

DEAR ABBY: I’m a 70-year-old Black woman who looks about 45 or 50. I recently met a man online while playing dominoes. We have been chatting back and forth for about two weeks now. He is 44, is of Ger...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I’ve been in a committed relationship for over seven years, but recently, my partner’s attitude toward my disability has shifted. As someone who uses a wheelchair due to a spinal injur...

Free Indeed Ministry, 401 Second St., Monongahela, will host an outreach car wash at Dierken’s Pharmacy from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Donation is $10. All youth and adults in the community are enco...

• Independence Day celebration, Richardson Park, 315 Frye Ave., Bentleyville, starting at 10 a.m. The event will feature a DJ, petting zoo from 6 to7:30 p.m., children’s activities, food vendors and c...

Here’s a look at lunch menus for local centers for next week: (All menus may be subject to change.) Center in the Woods, Center on the Hill, Donora, Monongahela, Perryopolis and R iverside Place Monda...

Jessica Palady of McKeesport received a Master of Medical Science degree in physician assistant studies from Frostburg State University in Frostburg, Md., at its 164th commencement ceremonies in May.

Valley Garden Club held its monthly meeting June 6 at the Lynnwood Lutheran Church. Twenty members were in attendance. President Roxanne Huss presided, led the flag pledge and acknowledged the birthda...

The following have applied for marriage licenses through the Westmoreland County Register of Wills: • Antonio Delray Mosley, 48, and Jessica Lynn Chopp, 40, both of West Newton. • Scott Michael Hender...

Catholic Daughters of the Americas Monessen 776 met June 18 in the church hall. The banner was draped in black in remembrance of past National Director Letty Calvetti. Regent Debbie Genemore welcomed ...

DEAR ABBY: My son “Ethan” is a visually impaired adult with disabilities. He’s articulate, down to earth and joyful to be around. He’s a homeowner in a nice area of town. A woman we met through the Ne...