Editor’s note: This saint series will feature a saint and how he or she is a meaningful example for us today. Pope Francis wrote that “the saints help all the faithful” for “their lives are concrete proof that it is possible to put the Gospel into practice.” St. Peter is an example ...

By JULIE RANSOM I grew up in Warren and now live in Pittsburgh. I wanted to share my experience as an Airbnb Host and participant in the process to legalize and regulate short-term rentals (STRs) in Pittsburgh. I’ve been a Host with Airbnb for nearly 15 years. What started as a way for me ...

The cereal aisle has certainly changed over the years. When I was young, we did not have all of the choices that there are today. We had Cornflakes, Wheaties, Grape-Nuts, Rice Krispies, and Raisin Bran. That was the cold cereal offerings. Of course, there was oatmeal, cream of wheat and cream ...

“Today’s Trivia” is one of the routine emails I receive every morning. The trivia test question offers a choice of four answers. Sometimes I wonder why I continue this. But I’m so curious about the many factoids I’ve gleaned, that I can’t bring myself to cancel it. How else ...

By REP. ERIC NELSON As a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) I have dedicated nearly all of my career to helping protect people, property and the environment. I sincerely believe all workers deserve to be safe from bodily injury or harm in the workplace. Unfortunately, legislation being ...

By DENNIS JOHNSON Another good human has passed on to the other side. As I continue to evolve, I see more and more acquaintances, relatives, mentors, and friends pass through those pearly gates. This time it’s my very good friend and colleague, former Eisenhower wrestling coach Joe Letko. ...