I featured Judge Marc Lovecchio in a LION (Leaders In Our Neighborhood) article several weeks ago, and not long after I received an email from a reader who stated that they seriously disagreed with my article honoring the judge. The substance of the argument was based on a recent ruling on his part, releasing a
Several weeks ago, I featured a LION (Leaders In Our Neighborhood) article on Judge Marc Lovecchio’s selection as Pennsylvania’s representative to the Reno, Nevada’s National Justice College faculty preparation seminar titled, “Justice-Involved Individuals with Substance Use Disorders: Cultivating Law and Medicine Partnerships.” Though this might not make a very exciting marquee across a theater entrance,
A Saturday opener for the firearms deer season and the possibility of more older bucks throughout the Commonwealth had many Pennsylvanians excited about Nov. 30 and the weeks to follow. Last year’s firearms deer season saw rainy weather nearly statewide throughout much of the opening day. But even then, 30 percent of the antlered deer
Here ye, Here ye! Gather ‘round the Christmas tree munchkin children as we have important things to discuss! I have no idea what a sugarplum is, but tell them to stop dancing in your head, because it is once again time for the Blaise Alexander Family Dealership Christmas Fun Coloring Contest in Webb Weekly! Creatures
Major disasters have been rare in this region. Fortunately when they happen—flood, fire, the air—they are always met with resourceful action. Such was the case in the ordeal of the last week. From the first grim confirmation of the Allegheny Airlines crash that claimed 25 lives, organizations and individuals charged with such emergencies worked quickly,
Christmas trees are an iconic symbol of the holiday season. Whether they are personal trees nestled in the corner of a living room for families to enjoy or towering evergreens serving as the focal point of a town square, Christmas trees are a wonder to behold. Many people have fond memories of time spent around
The holiday season is a time to connect with loved ones. Families gather during the holiday season, and friends reconnect. Tradition reigns supreme for many people during the holiday season. Exchanging gifts is one tradition that transcends religion, as people who subscribe to various faiths exchange gifts with their loved ones during the holiday season.
Holiday shoppers who are busy making lists and checking them twice should make sure they don’t overlook the family pet. Christmas has gone to the cats and dogs, as a greater number of people include their companion animals when selecting gifts each year. A study by OnePoll conducted by Rover.com, the nation’s largest network of
Gingerbread cookies and houses are one of the many symbols of the holiday season, alongside Christmas trees and twinkling lights. In fact, few confections symbolize the holidays more so than gingerbread. Many a child (or a child at heart) has spent hours carefully trying to create decorative gingerbread houses. Although gingerbread recipes span various cultures,
From decorating the tree to carving the turkey, there are many time-honored holiday traditions observed by families around the country. However, the holiday season is about more than just celebrating old traditions. A perfect opportunity for creating new memories and, in turn, traditions, popcorn can serve as an ideal ingredient to bring family time to
Few things compare to the joy and excitement on the faces of children on Christmas morning as they rush to the tree in search of packages bearing their names. Though it may seem many of the items on your child’s list require tech savvy, getting back to basics with crafty gifts can allow your kids
