Protecting Your Roses through Pennsylvania Winters
Roses (Rosa spp.) have been one of the most beloved flowers throughout history. Their colors even have meaning: red for love, yellow for friendship, white…
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Pet of the Day 1/24/24
Meet Juni! This wiggly little sweetheart came to us originally as a stray. Juni is approximately three years old and is a very petite little…
Sugar and Spice Popcorn
(Family Features) On a cold winter night, there’s nothing quite like the combination of playing games and indulging in delicious popcorn treats. Fuzzy blankets and…
Pet of the Day 1/23/24
Sweet baby Kuzza was recently found as a stray and is on the hunt for a new address! At just 3 pounds and 3 months…
Everything Bagel Salmon Brown Rice Bowl
(Family Features) Achieving your goals each day starts with your own health and well-being, both physically and mentally. To ensure you’ve got the energy needed…
House Investigation on VA Revolving Funds
The House Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing on VA’s handling of revolving funds. A revolving fund is a business run by a…
Pet of the Day 1/22/24
Meet Batcat, the 7-year-old super kitty! This sweet boy recently came to us when his owner passed away. He is a big boy, who can…
Mocha Popcorn
(Family Features) On a cold winter night, there’s nothing quite like the combination of playing games and indulging in delicious popcorn treats. Fuzzy blankets and…
Community Engagement Has Important Role in Redevelopment
In redevelopment, community engagement plays a pivotal role in ensuring a successful result, and it benefits both the community and the developers. One of the…
From a Berry to a Lion
By MACKENZIE REDFIELD Student contributor After 7 years of educating students at Cranberry High School, Camron Kirkland is moving on to a new opportunity. During…
Pet of the Day 1/19/24
What is better than one big cat? Two! If you are looking for a big, bonded pair, meet these two sweethearts! Tarzan (brown tiger) and…
Spicy Korean Barbecue Popcorn
(Family Features) On a cold winter night, there’s nothing quite like the combination of playing games and indulging in delicious popcorn treats. Fuzzy blankets and…
Pet of the Day 1/18/24
This adorable little guy is Snoopy. He recently was found as a stray. Snoopy is about 7 months old and very social. He is confident…
Old Fashioned Bourbon Maple Popcorn with Pecans
(Family Features) On a cold winter night, there’s nothing quite like the combination of playing games and indulging in delicious popcorn treats. Fuzzy blankets and…
The Argument for Houseplants
Whether you fill your home with a collection of plants or select just one or two specimens, houseplants provide a myriad of benefits. They can…
Pet of the Day 1/17/24
Handsome young Tigger recently came to us as a stray, so we don’t have any history for him. Aged to be around 1 year old,…
Cocoa-Kissed Red Velvet Pancakes
(Family Features) If the way to your loved one’s heart is through the stomach, there’s no better way to start off this Valentine’s Day than…
Pet of the Day 1/16/24
Palmer came to us recently as a stray. She can be a little shy at first, and she has a surprisingly deep bark for a…
Chicken, Mango and Blue Cheese Pitas
(Family Features) Whether you’re encouraging loved ones to start a new wellness kick or looking to add new ideas to an already-nutritious menu, families at…
VFW Mid-Winter Conference
The Pennsylvania Veterans 0f Foreign Wars will hold their annual Mid-Winter Conference at the Double Tree By Hilton Pittsburgh Cranberry on Jan. 18-20. Some of…
Pet of the Day 1/15/24
This handsome young boy recently came to us as a stray, so we are still getting to know him. Meet Monroe, the three-year-old beagle! Monroe…
Feta Roasted Salmon and Tomatoes
(Family Features) Whether you’re encouraging loved ones to start a new wellness kick or looking to add new ideas to an already-nutritious menu, families at…
Pet of the Day 1/12/24
Meet Reba, the sweetest Rottweiler with a heart as big as she is! Originally a stray, we don’t have any history for this sweet girl….
Mini Greek Yogurt Pancakes with Cinnamon-Maple Topping
(Family Features) Whether you’re encouraging loved ones to start a new wellness kick or looking to add new ideas to an already-nutritious menu, families at…
Pet of the Day 1/11/24
Silly and sweet, Rusty recently came to us as a stray, so we don’t have any history for him. He is about 2 years old…
Tropical Boba Smoothie
(Family Features) A smooth, fruity smoothie provides a delicious way to start your morning strong, add much-needed afternoon energy or cap off a successful day…
Pet of the Day 1/10/24
The darling Dexter recently came to us as a stray, so we don’t know much about his history. Our vet aged him to be around…
Cinnamon Chocolate Popcorn
(Family Features) Cozying up to the fireplace or snuggling deeper into a favorite blanket or throw are sure ways to warm yourself on cold days….
Onion Transplant Production Tips
Onions are becoming one of the more popular crops on area vegetable farms, and growers throughout the state are clamoring for information on how to…
Pet of the Day 1/9/24
Curious Coal came to us as a stray, so we don’t know his origin story. He is still just a pup at only 7 months…
Mexican Loaded Mashed Potatoes
(Family Features) If winter evenings have you stuck in a dinner rut, heat up the kitchen with family favorites everyone can look forward to. Shaking…
VFW 2024 Priority Goals
The 118th Congress is now in its second session and there is still work to be done. The VFW 2024 Priority Goals include many issues…
Pet of the Day 1/8/24
Sweet Shonna came to us as a stray, so we don’t have any history for her. At approximately 6 months old and just over 30…
Smoky Chorizo and Chicken Pozole
(Family Features) If winter evenings have you stuck in a dinner rut, heat up the kitchen with family favorites everyone can look forward to. Shaking…
Edamame Brown Rice and Lentil Salad
(Family Features) Juggling those weeknight responsibilities including homework, catching up on emails, after-school activities, social events and more can leave families scrambling when it comes…
Pet of the Day 1/5/24
Handsome young Luke came to us as a stray, so we aren’t sure what the beginning of his life looked like. He is estimated at…
Reducing Negative Human Impact
Let’s start the new year with an example of how one community has worked to reduce the negative impacts humans have had on the environment….
Pet of the Day 1/4/24
Eggnog, the 5-year-old hound mix, was brought to us as a stray around Christmas. Weighing in at just under 50 pounds, Eggnog is a classic…
Baja Fish Taco Bowls
(Family Features) Juggling those weeknight responsibilities including homework, catching up on emails, after-school activities, social events and more can leave families scrambling when it comes…
Pet of the Day 1/3/24
Sweet Sassy came to us with a litter of her puppies, and now that they have all been adopted and she is spayed. She is…
Whole Grain Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry
(Family Features) Putting dinner on the table quickly seems to be a goal more often than not, particularly in today’s sped-up world. However, spending less…
Starting Seeds in Winter
When you consider how seeds germinate in nature, it makes sense to sow seeds the same way. In late summer, left to their own devices,…
VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation
VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) are VA survivor benefits that are tax exempt. This means you wont have to pay taxes on your compensation…
Pet of the Day 1/2/24
Who doesn’t love disco? This sweet and affectionate boy came to us with the rest of his siblings after he was found abandoned in a…
Sweet Chili Shrimp with Quinoa
(Family Features) Putting dinner on the table quickly seems to be a goal more often than not, particularly in today’s sped-up world. However, spending less…
Pet of the Day 1/1/24
Pudding the chocolate lab came to us as a stray with another dog, Figgy. When Pudding was first brought to us in hunting season, he…
Acai Bowl with Whole-Wheat Toast
(Family Features) If you’re in need of a quick breakfast, consider starting your day with one of these tasty breakfast ideas. This on-trend Acai Bowl…
Pet of the Day 12/29/23
Ivy recently came to us as a stray and is now looking for a new address! At 3 years old and just under 50 pounds,…
Overnight Oats
(Family Features) If you’re in need of a quick breakfast, consider starting your day with one of these tasty breakfast ideas. This on-trend Acai Bowl…
Pet of the Day 12/28/23
Meet the stunning Ursula! This absolutely beautiful girl is as sweet as she is pretty. Ursula is approximately 1 year old, only weighs 6 pounds,…