“In the next 30 years, the food we choose to eat will have an impact with profound ramifications for our planet. Meat and dairy will take a greater toll on…
Should you keep Narcan in your first aid kit? This pharmacist says, ‘Yes’
Allegheny County lost 719 people to drug overdose in 2021, according to Allegheny County Health Department data. The number of deaths from drug overdoses has been climbing in recent years,…
Carlynton psychologist describes ‘suicide contagion’ phenomenon
Carlynton School District Psychologist Dr. Patricia Serdy is reporting a spike in student mental health emergencies. Serdy told school directors during the Dec. 6 meeting that she is observing an…
Pizzelle: Nini (nee-nee), Nana (nuh-nuh), Nonna tested; humanity approved
For a little over 13 centuries, pizzelle have had a place in history. When they became a staple of Italian Christmas celebrations or were created by the thousands for Italian…
Merry Christmas to all and to all a good (movie) night
From “The Grinch that Stole Christmas” to “A Christmas Story” Christmas is a time to grab a bucket of popcorn, and ‘tis the season to watch old and new holiday…
‘Veteran of the Year’: Presston native shares more than POW flag
Presston native and retired veteran Eric Dudash (center) with sister Jennifer, mother Ruth and service dog Phantom following the POW Flag raising at the Presston Veteran’s Memorial in Stowe. One…
Cultural shift: Protect the people who protect us
It’s clear the U.S. military is suffering a severe mental health crisis. In 2014, an estimated 22 veterans and active service personnel committed suicide every day, Numbers from 2019 from…







