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• Arts
  • “Green Craftsman” has Hollywood connection
  • An Evening of Rock Solid Poetry
  • Artist Jeff Donato: “Life in general is an inspiration to me.”
  • Artist Rose Capanna: “Such a sense of peace when I paint.”
  • Artists sought: National Road Festival Juried Art Exhibition
  • Dance studio rallies around owner facing challenges
  • Eclectic exhibits on view at Pittsburgh galleries
  • Historic California building site of vibrant arts scene
  • Jozart: Wine & Line is different kind of art experience
  • Tap Into Your Inner Artist with Liz Jones Arts
  • Touchstone Center for Crafts appoints New Director
  • University to feature students’ best work at art exhibition
  • Wash Arts Announces Fall 2014 Class Schedule
  • Wash Arts receives $200,000 grant
  • Winter 2015 Classes at Wash Arts
• Books
  • Author Stephanie Wytovich: “Horror is drawn to me.”
  • Bentleyville Public Library to celebrate 75th anniversary
  • Cal U grad & Fayette County native publishes 1st novel
  • Cal U professor Dr. Carole Waterhouse releases new novel
  • California Area Public Library director details future plans
  • Citizens Library announces 2016 summer activities
  • Classic book changed minds & hearts of many
  • Editor’s Book Pick: Steel Magic by J. L. Gribble
  • Go Set a Watchman: An Unexpected Twist
  • In my “right mind” at In Your Write Mind
  • Local author reminisces about international book tour
  • Signing for “Della & Lila Meet the Mon Mermaid”
  • The Unexpected Enemy: The Hedgerows of June
• Community
  • “It’s everybody’s fight.” – Viola Liuzzo, Civil Rights Martyr
  • “Part of the fabric of our community.” – Hollywood Theater
  • “Route for the Brave” makes stops at local restaurants
  • Belle Vernon Area program aims to combat addiction
  • Bentleyville Community Center Building Project update
  • Bentworth Community Center seeks donors
  • Brownsville students spring into “action”
  • California Area Public Library to benefit from local Eagle Scout project
  • California residents form Preservation Association
  • Community joins forces for Artisan & Farmer’s Market
  • Concert to benefit Daisytown minister
  • Drive-In & Classic Diner have historic past, bright future
  • Five California High School graduates rise to Eagle Scout rank
  • Foster Friends of Washington County drive a great success
  • Foster Friends of Washington County: Project Care Packs
  • Go Fund Them: Save 500 Donner in Monessen
  • Good Eats Ministry: “Care for the least and the lost.”
  • Local Cal U students to attend international symposium
  • Ministerial Association to host Social Justice Summer Series
  • PRYFF Fishing Festival set for April 23
  • R.C. Air Show celebrates local park expansion
  • Rehab for Historic Landmark in Preliminary Phase
  • Residents recall California Election Day Flood of 1985
  • Second annual Team Humanity Games slated for June 16
  • Student, musician & event planner eyes future
  • Vibrant, historic & beloved arts center appeals for help
  • Volunteers make one of a kind gifts for sick kids
  • What gift under $100 would you most like to get/give?
  • Whiskey Rebellion Festival brings good times to Washington
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• Education
  • WCCC Athletics Director Richard Holler recognized
  • WCCC to hold Fall Enrollment Days August 12 & 13
  • 21st century time of transition for higher education
  • Adjunct Professors Face Increasing Challenges
  • Apply for Municipal Police Officers’ Training Academy
  • August/September 2016 Events at Cal U
  • Cal U and IU1 Ink ESL Credit Agreement
  • Cal U annual health fair Sept. 17 in Convocation Center
  • Cal U hosts free 3-D Printing Makeshop
  • Cal U listed in Princeton Review’s ‘Best in the Northeast’
  • Cal U marks Constitution Day with free programs
  • Cal U marks its 182nd Commencement May 6-7
  • Cal U professor honored for conservation work
  • Cal U student journalists receive regional honors
  • Cal U students to produce 6th edition of “The Inkwell”
  • Cal U welcomes expert on science and public policy
  • Cal U’s Meterology Club honored by SWPA Chapter of AMS
  • California Elementary PTA seeking new members!
  • Canine Officer on Duty at Cal U
  • CUTV Nabs Telly Awards, PCN Broadcast
  • Free concert by The Weedrags Oct. 18 at Cal U Coal Bowl
  • GACO helps businesses obtain lucrative contracts
  • Give your child a “head start” with Head Start
  • Kids have a blast learning valuable skills on & off the mat
  • Mock Crime Scene Workshop for High School Students
  • Monon Center announces UPSTREAM Summer Day Camps
  • Monthly open houses introduce graduate studies at Cal U
  • Natural Resource Management & Policy program at Cal U
  • PA Women’s Press Association awards scholarship
  • PASSHE approves two graduate programs at Cal U
  • Pro Wrestling returns to Cal U Nov. 9
  • Synergy Dance by Roz expands, offers new classes
  • Tribal Elder to speak at Cal U – Public welcome!
  • Washington County Bar Association: Law Day Contest
  • Waynesburg U student newspaper earns accolades
  • Waynesburg U’s “The Yellow Jacket” wins 1st place award
  • Waynesburg’s DNP co-director & recent grad published
  • WCCC announces new President, Dr. Tuesday Stanley
  • WCCC celebrates National Manufacturing Day
  • WCCC Dedicates Advanced Technology Center
  • WCCC upgrades campus security
  • WCCC, Waynesburg sign Articulation Agreement
• Events Calendar
• Exploring the Paranormal with Reanna Roberts
  • Exploring the Paranormal w/ Reanna Roberts
  • Exploring the Paranormal with Reanna Roberts: Hauntings
  • Exploring the Paranormal: Haunted Renos
  • Exploring the Paranormal: How to banish spirits
  • Exploring the Paranormal: Shadow People?
  • Meet UFOlogist & Bigfoot Enthusiast Stan Gordon
  • The Paranormal Investigation Process, Demystified…
  • What is the paranormal?
• Faith
  • Believe in yourself! God does…
  • Blessed are the Peacemakers, All Through the Year
  • Community Church Blesses Motorcycle Riders
  • Don’t get buried beneath the pile of life
  • Getting back behind the wheel of faith
  • Hymn commissioned to honor late choir director, mentor
  • Living Drive-Through Nativity Now in 26th Year
  • Pastor B.T. Gilligan: What it took to let Him go
  • Spring has sprung and with it, new life faces risks
  • The Goal is to Be, Not to Be the Best
  • The Power of Words to Create Better, Brighter Worlds
  • Valentine’s Day and the promise of unconditional love
  • When life gives you… pineapple, cheese & Ritz crackers?!?
• Free screening of documentary “Our School” in California
• Health & Wellness
  • 2015 “Cameos of Caring” awarded to MVH nurses
  • About Face with Tasha Oskey: Botox and Fillers
  • Better Health, One “Footprint” at a Time
  • Chatting with “Inside Our Minds” advocate Alyssa Cypher
  • CNRP Erika Robaugh joins California Family Practice
  • Essential oils may promote health & healing
  • For Runners and Walkers, Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
  • Foundation raises funds to fight breast cancer
  • Joe Phillips: “Operate life in a way that’s healthier.”
  • Mamm & Glamm: Breast Cancer Screening & Pampering
  • MVH announces April 2016 Calendar of Events
  • MVH’s 27th Annual Gala: A Night at the Museum
  • Open your heart… and your home!
  • Organization aims to combat stigma of mental illness
• Lifestyle
  • Center in the Woods offers variety of activities
  • Charity & brotherhood at heart of motorcycle club culture
  • Childhood pastime gets big kid reboot
  • Cut Costs w/ Cass Currie: I Gotta Ibotta!
  • Do you like saving money? Keep reading!
  • Escape Rooms trendy, new destinations for fun
  • PWPA Announces 2016 Excellence in Journalism Awardees
  • Septuagenarian Kayaker Embarks on River Adventure
  • Social Media Inspires Social Change: Leveling the Field
  • Southwestern Pintsylvania with Reanna Roberts
• Local Businesses
  • 2nd location of German/Italian eatery now ‘Open’
  • 5th Street Escape Room offers thrilling challenges in Charleroi
  • Antique treasures at Market Street Emporium
  • Area man launches aerial photography business
  • Bed & breakfast offers guests Victorian splendor
  • Century III shoppers share fond remembrances of mall
  • Dramatic mid career shift for area florist comes up roses
  • Eat In Now delivers quality local favorites to your door
  • Family owned Sam’s Pizza is mainstay of community
  • Galleria Mall in Mt. Lebanon place of memories
  • Hall Down Under ready to rock and roll
  • Iron Bridge Crossings welcomes former residents home
  • Keeping cool with Kimmie’s Kones in Charleroi
  • Liberty Pole Spirits preserves whiskey’s proud heritage
  • Mon Valley Regional Chamber holds golf tournament
  • New coffee shop in Houston has hometown flavor
  • New deli owner credits family, community as inspiration
  • New salon owners return to their “roots”
  • Nguyen’s reopens due to overwhelming popular demand
  • Nostalgia is the name of the game at Cash-In Culture
  • Retired nuclear engineer fires up new fine cigar shop
  • Rostraver Winery Bringing California Experience to SWPA
  • Tattoo greats gather at grand reopening of Old Soul Tattoo
  • Thompson House Gets New Life with New Restaurant
  • Two new dining options in Brownsville
  • Winemaker Courtyard opens new store at Century III Mall
• Music
  • ‘Every Mile a Memory’ for fans at the Dierks Bentley show
  • “The Occasional Epiphany” – Sounds like life
  • “Nashville” star Jonathan Jackson pitch-perfect at HRC
  • Anything went when Florida Georgia Line rolled into town
  • Buy the ticket, take the ride – The Weathered Road
  • California Area School District welcomes new Band Teacher
  • Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers: “Time for a change.”
  • Kelly Clarkson delivers dynamic performance in Pittsburgh
  • Lively music lineup for Whiskey Rebellion Festival 2014
  • LocaL: “The three of us together… pure joy.”
  • New Kids on the Block: “The Main Event” with Nelly & TLC
  • One Direction took Pittsburgh by storm
  • Pittsburgh JazzLive International Festival will be held
  • Preview: Dead Daisies to Open for Kiss and Def Leppard
  • Preview: Huey Lewis & The News at the Palace Theatre
  • Preview: SummerFest 2014 offers exciting mix
  • Preview: The Beach Boys celebrate 50 years
  • Put on your cowboy boots! Top talents tour Pittsburgh
  • Review: “The Lane Change” – Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers
  • Review: Brad Paisley at First Niagara in Pittsburgh
  • Review: Journey & Steve Miller Band deliver timeless performance
  • Review: Leave The Endless River on an endless loop
  • Review: OneRepublic delivers outstanding performance
  • Review: The Boys of Zummer at First Niagara
  • Review: Toby Keith show largely disappointing
  • Steel Blossoms plan hometown show at Jozart
  • The Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers celebrate momentous year
  • The Rainbow Ends to perform evening of jazz at Jozart
  • They’re Back! 90s bands take Pittsburgh by storm
  • Tribute to legendary late performer David Bowie
• Product Reviews
  • Try Before You Buy: Bitsbox
  • Try Before You Buy: Elizabeth & Clark
  • Try Before You Buy: Genius Box
  • Try Before You Buy: LuckyU Box
  • Try Before You Buy: Mantry
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  • Try Before You Buy: Orange Glad
  • Try Before You Buy: Raaka Chocolate
  • Try Before You Buy: Stitch Fix
  • Try Before You Buy: Universal Yum
• Special Events
  • 2015 Whiskey Rebellion Festival: Free Fun for All Ages
  • Butterflies are free! At Phipps Conservatory
  • Cal U hosts art exhibit and pottery sale
  • Cal U offers summer programming for kids, teens
  • Cal U presents Hip-hop Conference
  • California Area Band Association plans festival
  • Children’s Theater Festival to take place May 14-17
  • Dance, drink & shop ‘til you drop: Pittsburgh Irish Festival
  • EQT Children’s Theater Festival will take place May 12-15
  • Haunted Attractions 2014
  • KFF Festival brings Japanese pop culture to Cal U
  • Local music & art festival to bridge generational gaps
  • Marianna Canoe Race and Anything that Floats
  • Museums offer Free Admission for Active Military Families
  • MVRCC to host Patrick O’Brien at April luncheon
  • On July 24th honor an extraordinary woman
  • Preview: The Art of the Tattoo
  • Pucker up for International Day of Kissing on July 6
  • Second annual Frosty Frolic fundraiser to be held Feb. 7
  • Second Annual Monessen Trunk-Or-Treat on Oct. 31
  • September is season for Oktoberfests in SWPA
  • Steam, Gas & Horse Association Steam Show to take place
  • The Girls of Summer: Rebellion Women begin 2nd season
  • Third annual Dance for Dreams Festival to be held
  • Walking Tours of Cement City in Donora to be held
  • Waynesburg University will offer two camps for Boy Scouts
  • Whiskey Rebellion Festival celebrates heritage & character
• Staff
• Stage & Screen
  • ‘Miracle on 34th Street’ auditions at Cal U Sept. 6
  • “Boldly going where no man has gone before”
  • “Les Miserables” to take stage at Geyer PAC
  • “Potted Potter” returns to the Pittsburgh stage
  • “A Dark and Stormy Knight” debuts April 9
  • “Evil Dead, The Musical” makes Pittsburgh debut
  • “I feel the best is yet to come.” – John Noble, Superman
  • “Jersey Boys” to rock and roll into Benedum Center
  • “Pennsylvania Bridges Chuck” talks to “Pittsburgh Dad”
  • “Seussical Jr.” to take stage at Cal U
  • “Yet Another Funeral” far from “yet another” musical
  • After 40 years, “Jaws” still has bite
  • Alton Brown presents live “Eat Your Science”
  • An evening of “Ballet Under the Stars” with PBT
  • Arcade Comedy Theater delivers lots of laughs for low cost
  • Be their guest! Review: “Disney’s Beauty & the Beast”
  • Cal U Dept. of Theatre & Dance announces 2015-2016 season
  • Cal U presents “Deathtrap”
  • Cal U presents “Self Actualization: A Concert of Dance”
  • Cal U students collaborate to write & score musical
  • Chatting with “FaceOff” Judge Glenn Hetrick of Alchemy Studios
  • Classic TV shows celebrate big birthdays in 2015
  • Douglas grad Nora Hewitt faces off on “FaceOff” & wins big
  • End of an Undead Era: “Dawn of the Dead”
  • Flashback 50 years when our heroes were Lost in Space!
  • Free screening of documentary “Our School” in California
  • From high school story to feature film: Summerlings, Part I
  • From short story to silver screen: Summerlings, Part 2
  • Good evening, ladies & gentlemen…
  • Greensburg Civic Theatre presents two plays
  • Greensburg Civic Theatre will present The Odd Couple
  • Local dancer shares stage with Justin Bieber
  • Man vs. mediocrity in the classic film “Amadeus”
  • Musical “An American in Paris” to engage area audiences
  • New professors join Cal U’s Department of Theatre & Dance
  • On stage at Little Lake Theatre – Summer 2016
  • On the Stage at W&J University
  • Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre presents “Le Corsaire”
  • Pittsburgh comedian Amy Capiross announces benefit show
  • Premiere of Captain America: Civil War set for May 6
  • Preview: ‘Dancing at Lughnasa’ – Rural Ireland to Little Lake
  • Preview: ‘Hairspray’ a collaborative effort
  • Preview: “The sun will come out” beginning tonight at the Benedum
  • Preview: “Phantom” to take stage at Benedum Center
  • Preview: Cal U Theatre & Dance presents “Midsummer/Jersey”
  • Preview: Disney on Ice skates into CONSOL Center
  • Preview: Seeing ‘Red’ on Smithfield Street
  • Preview: Step right up! The circus is coming to town…
  • Preview: Television to get more “super” this fall
  • Remembering the late, great Leonard Nimoy
  • Remembering the late, great Robin Williams
  • Renovated Monessen Amphitheater home to vibrant scene
  • Review: “Nightmare” with Orchestra was dream come true
  • Review: “Pippin” is stimulating visual spectacle
  • Spectacular Spring Entertainment Preview
  • Still in Session: The Breakfast Club celebrates 30 years
  • Student wins contest to perform with Justin Bieber on 7-13
  • The Entertainment Chuckwagon: “Batman Forever” is 20
  • The Entertainment Chuckwagon: 30 years of Southland 9
  • The Entertainment Chuckwagon: Going “Goonies”
  • Workin’ 9-5, what a way to do some theatre.
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• Technology
  • Are you ready for Windows 10?
  • Cut costs: Snip the cord to your cable tv provider
  • Get up and get moving with Pokemon GO!
  • How to save money on cable TV, Part II
  • How to save money on cable TV, Part III
  • Minecraft: The $2 Billion Video Game
  • Windows 10 & Other Bad Ideas
• The Entertainment Chuckwagon
  • Back to “Back to the Future”
  • Comedy Classic ‘Gremlins’ turns 30
  • Fantasy cult classic Labyrinth turns 30
  • Ghostbusters: “30 years passed and it’s still part of my life.”
  • The debut of the “dynamic duo” on TV
  • The Entertainment Chuckwagon: Ho-Ho-Holiday Edition
  • The Entertainment Chuckwagon: When Aliens Attacked
• True Crime
  • 126 years of Jack the Ripper: Uncovering the Spectre
  • Jack the Ripper historian to offer class on elusive killer
  • Why study the Jack the Ripper murders?