A lung cancer diagnosis can bring a host of emotions and questions, and “now what?” is one of the first. Assembling the right care team and creating a treatment plan designed uniquely for you is important to get you on the right track.
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Q. My boyfriend and I have been dating for two years. He’s a hard worker, which appealed to me, as I’ve always been the breadwinner in previous relationships. But lately, I feel like he’s not putting any effort into the relationship.
When bright, sunny days offer opportunities to take it outside for a celebration or casual weeknight dinner, take advantage with the fresh flavors of grilled fare. Good food and good company can combine for a meal to remember with loved ones while enjoying the outdoors.
An exhibit of work by Sharif Bey, a Pittsburgh native, artist and ceramicist, will open at the Carnegie Museum of Art Oct. 2.
Trinity High School alumnus Andrew H. Gomez graduated summa cum laude as a Sobey Scholar from Kettering University with a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering. Gomez was the student speaker for the 2021 graduation ceremony. He was president of the Michigan Epsilon-A chapter o…
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Dear Annie: You recently printed a letter from two physicians with an alcoholic daughter. Al-Anon is the organization that supports friends and families of alcoholics, and Alcoholics Anonymous is support for the individual with a drinking problem. You recommended Alcoholics Anonymous.
On weeknights, many families rush around trying to prepare for the next day. While these moments can be stressful, the silver lining of the evening is when everyone pauses to enjoy a perfectly cooked family dinner together.
The star of your next spread can be hidden away in the refrigerator for a surprise delight for your guests. It’s topped with chocolate syrup and chopped pecans, and your loved ones just may vote it to be their favorite dish.
Gasoline prices dipped by two cents a gallon across Western Pennsylvania.
Canonsburg resident Lily Tarwater, a senior at Dickinson College, has been selected as a Baird Sustainability Fellow for advancing sustainabil…
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Energy expert to address decarbonization at W&J webinar.
The Friends of the Park Vendor Show will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 18 at Chartiers Township Community Center, 2013 Community Center Drive, Houston, Pa., 15342. Vendors from Pampered Chef, Mary Kay, Tastefully Simple, Color Street and more will be on hand for the event. A basket auc…
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Dear Annie: While reading the letter from the “Parent Who Does Not Want to Get Divorced,” the way she was describing her husband sounded very much like he might have narcissistic tendencies.
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Dear Readers: Being a good neighbor can be more complicated than it sounds, at least when it comes to finding financial help for the elderly who are seeking home care. That’s what experts in the field have discovered, and I am very grateful that so many of them spelled out the problems and o…
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Q. I feel the need to provide a different view to the “Grieving Grandmothers” who wrote in saying that their daughters-in-law keep their grandkids and sons away from them.
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Dear Annie: I am a woman in my mid-30s, and my wife is in her early 40s. We met a little less than two years ago and haven't left each other's side since. We got married about a year ago. Needless to say, we both fell fast and hard for each other. When I met her, my whole world changed, and …
The following property transfers have been recorded in the Greene County Recorder of Deeds office the week of Sept. 9.
A few area residents recently volunteered to help restore a Greene County monument dedicated to area veterans who served during World War II.
Greene Countryfest, held over Labor Day weekend at the county fairgrounds, was a big success, according to county recreation director Bret Moore.
Jim Holtschlag, owner of Grease Monkey in Canonsburg, has been a faithful donor to the Marine Corps League of Washington County’s Annual Wreaths Across America Lunch Fundraiser since its inception in 2016. Holtschlag donated a percentage of all sales and services during Grease Monkey’s annua…
Visitors to the National Aviary this fall can experience the world of forests and come face to face with forest-dwelling species from around the world.
Washington County Parks staff will hold a craft event at 10 a.m. Sept. 15 in Mingo Creek Park. Participants will be practicing the art of paper cutting with designs for the harvest season. Hot drinks and snacks are provided. All ages are welcome. The fee to attend is $5. Participants will me…
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Q. My husband and I have been married for 34 years. We have two grown children, both of whom still live with us. They work and pay rent toward our mortgage. I have no problem with their living at home, and I don’t think my husband does either. The problem I have is that both my husband and m…
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Millcraft Center in Washington has been purchased for $3.5 million.
Carmichaels Women’s Civic Club held at meeting Sept. 2 with guest speaker Pam George, Uniontown YMCA wellness director. Pictured, from left, are Cheryl Voytek, civic club member, and George.
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Q. My boyfriend and I have been in a relationship for 10 years. We’ve had a lot of trials but always managed to hold onto each other and weather the storms. The last major trial was that I cheated on him with one of our best friends. I feel terrible about it; in fact, I think I may have mana…
Nearly one in eight men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime?
Dinnertime dishes loaded with nutrients help keep loved ones connected while refueling after busy days spent at work and school. Dairy foods – key ingredients in many at-home meals – provide nutrients for people of all ages to grow and maintain stronger bodies and minds.
Once everyone in the family arrives home from work and school, there just might be a mad dash to the kitchen for a satisfying snack.
Among the many monthly expenses that are simply unavoidable, buying groceries is one of the few that’s squarely in your own control.
The Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh will hold a free star party Sept. 10 and Sept. 11 at Mingo Creek Park Observatory, located in Mingo Creek Park, Mansion Hill Extension, past Shelter 10. Safe solar observing begins at 7 p.m., night sky observing begins at 9 p.m. The event wil…
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Q. My boyfriend and I have been talking about moving in together for a very long time. I became pregnant and had our baby, but he didn’t move in with me because he was upset that I was talking to other people about our problems.
Burgettstown native Lt. Cmdr. Brett Havelka was recently promoted to Commander in the U.S. Navy. Havelka is currently the Operations Officer at VX-9 Detachment Edwards on Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., where he flies the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter. Havelka graduated from the Uni…
The Westmoreland Cultural Trust is celebrating Broadway’s return with “Back to Broadway: An Evening of Timeless Songs From Classic Broadway Shows” on Saturday, Sept. 18 at the Greensburg Garden and Civic Center at 7:30 p.m.
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Q.My wife “Monica” has been having a mostly texting affair with “Mike” for almost two years. There are emails where they address each other with, “Hey, babe.” It is disgusting. I accidentally discovered this years ago, and again recently after I thought they had not talked for years.
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Dear Annie: My husband passed away in April after suffering for many years from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. I was his caregiver for over a year, along with hospice. It was very hard on me. Since he passed, I have been lost, depressed and have a lot of anxiety.
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Dear Annie: I am disabled and use a mobility device and oxygen due to emphysema, which was caused by my 30 years of cigarette smoking. I quit before my diagnosis, but it was too late.
Businesses are riding out the last stages of the Jefferson road project.
The following property transfers have been recorded in the Greene County Recorder of Deeds office the week of Aug. 25.
David McKibben, a certified master rosarian, served as the society’s webmaster and newsletter editor.
In his biweekly column, Bob Hollick explains why you need liability Insurance and how to get it.
Liberty United Methodist Church and Community Circle Food Pantry joined together to pack 200 school supply bags for the clients children of the pantry for the 2021/2022 school year. School supplies were donated by local community agencies, individuals and Range Resources. Pictured, from left…
Little Lake Theatre in North Strabane has updated its COVID-19 protocols. They went into effect Wednesday and will be in place through at least Dec. 18.
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Q. I would like your opinion on a recent incident that happened to me. I went to my son’s house to go out to dinner with him and his family to celebrate his birthday. When I arrived, the only person there was my granddaughter. My son was meeting us at the restaurant, and my daughter-in-law, …
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The doors open at 5 p.m., dancing begins two hours later, but by 6 p.m. each Wednesday American Legion Post 949’s social hall in Monongahela is packed.
Local nonprofit 412 Food Rescue will stream the second “Yinz Citizen” virtual concert at 8 p.m. Sept. 16.
Many people have heard of the Mediterranean diet, which can be recommended by doctors for those with heart disease or high blood pressure. It’s also often recommended to lower risk of heart disease, dementia and even depression.
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Q. About two years ago, my wife of 20 years, “Cynthia,” and I divorced. Our two children are grown and out of the house. Our divorce wasn’t the norm; we did it without a lawyer or mediator. Everything was civil; no one cheated or was abused. I think we both just changed over time.
Unemployment rates in Washington and Fayette counties dipped in July and held steady in Greene.
Filling the kitchen with plant-based ingredients is an easy way to nudge kids toward nutritious after-school snacks and make busy weeknight dinners as healthy as they are delicious.
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