Living

The recent tragedy in Texas is once again shining a spotlight on children’s mental health. Even when current events are not hitting so close to home, the issue is of utmost importance, as research shows depression and anxiety disorders increasing in adolescents and many of those conditions beginning in early childhood.

With the recent rebranding of Port Authority into Pittsburgh Regional Transit, it marks the end of an era – but also just the latest chapter in a more than 60-year-old story.

Tunch & Wolf’s Walk for the Homeless annually helps to support those who are struggling with homelessness, poverty and addiction.

Whether you’re a member of the LGBTQ+ community or a supporter, there are some great podcasts out there to listen to during Pride Month – or any time of the year. Here are five podcasts to download and give a listen to:

Pittsburgh is filled with talented artists, and at Artsmiths of Pittsburgh, you can support local creators’ work.

We’re in the midst of college graduation season, meaning that millions of recent graduates are now looking to enter the workforce.

One of my favorite ways to enjoy a sunny day is by setting up my hammock and spending a few hours reading.

On May 7, Highmark is hosting its annual Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community at Heinz Field.

Did you know the practice of spring cleaning goes back centuries? Apparently, we’re not the first to feel like warmer weather calls for freshening up of our spaces.

As we move into spring, we’re getting closer to golf courses reopening.

I’ve recently become passionate about interior decorating, but I initially struggled to find my style. Here are a few tips that helped me get started:

MyAdvisor, a specialized holistic wellness division of technology company Three Wire Systems based in Ebensburg, was recently re-accredited by the American Association of Suicidology as a Crisis Intervention Center, one of just three in Pennsylvania.

If you’re like me, you’ve spent a lot more time playing board games with family and friends since the beginning of the pandemic.

We know it’s hard to move around during the day.Try these three easy stretches from your desk:1.

If you’re looking to experience something new this winter, the Pittsburgh area features many places to try your hand at a do-it-yourself project.

One of the most popular New Year’s traditions is making resolutions. And another? Not following through. 

Whether your holiday budget is tight this year, or you’re unsure of what to get friends and family, there are tons of ways to make great gifts with items you probably have at home.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and there’s plenty of wonderful winter getaways near Pittsburgh you can do in a day:• Seven Springs Mountain Resort has terrain parks, slopes and food options ranging from fine dining to on-the-go.

It’s that time of year again when snow-lovers rejoice – and others wait for the return of t-shirt weather.

As a Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh cardholder (if you’re not, you totally should be!), you have dozens of services at your fingertips.

The holiday season is commonly known as a time for giving … and running? That’s right. Check out the events below to get active while making a difference.

After losing an hour of daylight, here’s a festive way to make use of the darkness that now approaches early.

After spending the summer in Buffalo, I got back to Pittsburgh in August and was driving on Fifth Ave.

It took some time, but with the temperatures finally dropping and the leaves changing color, fall is finally in full swing.

In early August, The Alice – An Immersive Cocktail Experience opened at 705 Liberty Avenue, bringing everything needed to bring out your inner kid. 

“Better late than never” is a saying that applies to many different situations — even when developing a financial plan.

An increase in bike usage is encouraging Pittsburgh to improve its road safety for cyclists.

It’s a new season for the Pittsburgh Steelers — cue the passionate swinging of the Terrible Towels.

In a matter of weeks, almost all students across the region will be back in class — truly, in class.

If you’ve spent any time in Pittsburgh, you know the weather can be unpredictable, to put it lightly.