It is said that the “Life began in a garden,” and ever since it seems people have been cultivating, sowing, and growing plants. Plants are enjoyed for the nourishment many provide, as well as their beauty. Who hasn’t felt the resurgence of hope at the sighting of the first daffodil in spring or stopped to smell a fragrant rose or marveled at a colorful carpet of
Read the Full Article →Civic Associations have a distinctive and vital role in a democratic society. These organizations work with the goal of improving communities. Many serve the important function of providing a collective voice to issues that affect the community. Pittsburgh is home to many civic associations whose missions are to enhance the Greater Pittsburgh area for residents and visitors. Below are some of the most notable.
Read the Full Article →Although many things have changed with the arrival of COVID-19 and social distancing, some things haven’t—like how much we love and owe our moms and for that matter, grandmothers, aunts, or any special woman who has cared for us in life. Some shops have been opened or are starting to open back up, but social distancing is still important as the vaccine gets distributed. There
Read the Full Article →Staying home is a new concept for many extroverts, especially when they weren’t planning on having to stay home for a long duration. Luckily, there are many local businesses offering solutions during life in the time of COVID-19. Whether you’re looking for a way to entertain your children while school is canceled or wanting to help support a local business, we’ve compiled a list of
Read the Full Article →Unlike Johnny Cash who sang, “I’ve been everywhere man,” I haven’t been everywhere. I’ve been to enough places to know that there are some attractions that other cities have that I think would add to the allure of Pittsburgh, for residents as well as visitors. These are just a few of the items on our wish list. What do you think Pittsburgh needs? 1. A
Read the Full Article →The holiday season is right around the corner and gift shopping right along with it. Sometimes it can be difficult to find the perfect gift for family and friends. We have compiled a list of 10 gift ideas to help you start your holiday off right. 1-Keepsake Ornaments Pick one of the lovely ornaments from the Pittsburgh series for the Yinzer in your life or
Read the Full Article →Rob Rodriguez Pest Patrol Pittsburgh Pest Patrol Pittsburgh Inc. is a full-service pest control and pest management company. We are a family-owned small business located out of Brighton Heights. Pest Patrol Pittsburgh provides pest control services to the Greater Pittsburgh area. We pride ourselves on using the latest and best pest control techniques, with a focus on customer education. For more information, please call or
Read the Full Article →Rob Rodriguez Pest Patrol Pittsburgh Pest Patrol Pittsburgh Inc. is a full-service pest control and pest management company. We are a family-owned small business located out of Brighton Heights. Pest Patrol Pittsburgh provides pest control services to the Greater Pittsburgh area. We pride ourselves on using the latest and best pest control techniques, with a focus on customer education. For more information, please call or
Read the Full Article →Walt Henty Spartan Health Surgicenter This conveniently located ambulatory surgery center has provided the medical environment where thousands of surgeries and procedures have helped those close to the corner of Allegheny, Fayette, Washington and Westmoreland counties since 2005. Specifically, eye procedures such as cataracts, glaucoma, corneal replacements are efficiently available, just as screening and preventative colonoscopies and pain management procedures. Simple orthopedic, general and podiatry
Read the Full Article →It is estimated that only 56% of businesses make it past their fifth year. How fortunate is Pittsburgh, then, that the city has numerous businesses that have been around for more than 100 years. Many of them are now large, multi-national corporations—household names–but there are some smaller, lesser-known entities that have survived for more than a century that you should know. The following are some
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