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Movie Review: ‘Nosferatu’ evokes the days when vampires weren’t cute or sexy, just scary and thirstyVideo
Oh, the weather outside is frightful. But don’t head to the multiplex to stay warm. Not if you’re seeing “Nosferatu,” anyway. Bring your hand warmers, toe warmers, heart warmers and soul warmers — this update of the 1922 silent vampire classic will chill you to the bone. But it may...
TV Q&A: What did Celina Pompeani-Mathison announce on ‘PTL’?
Q: What did Celina Pompeani-Mathison announce on “Pittsburgh Today Live” on Dec. 20? Is she retiring to be a mom? I wasn’t able to watch. — Karen, via email Rob: Yes, Pompeani-Mathison, who already pulled back on her duties after the birth of her first child, Sonny, in 2023, decided...
Pittsburgh native will portray August Wilson in 1-night-only, 1-man show
Pittsburgh actor Wali Jamal is no stranger to a one-man show. On Monday, Jamal was in Downtown Pittsburgh portraying everyone’s favorite character this time of year and meeting with children as Santa Claus at the Heinz Hall Courtyard. In January, however, Jamal, 62, of Beltzhoover will take on a character...
Towering tree returns for Christmas Eve Masses at Saint Vincent Basilica
A 26-foot-tall green-and-white addition to the Saint Vincent Basilica awaits members of the local Catholic parish when they arrive Tuesday evening for 5 p.m. and midnight Christmas Eve Masses. For the first time in several years, a single towering Christmas tree once again will provide a backdrop for the holiday...
Sewickley man draws from Alaskan experiences for homemade salsa business
Living life below zero left a lasting impression on the Blizzards of Sewickley. Alan and Pam Blizzard lived in Eagle River, Alaska, for 19 years after fleeing the urban hustle of New York and San Francisco. Their Alaskan adventures spurred Alan into the kitchen, where he found a keen interest...
Bill Deasy talks new album, final Boxing Day show at closing Club Cafe
Bill Deasy has been a fixture in Pittsburgh music for more than 30 years, but according to the title of his new album, he’s still a “Work in Progress.” Released Dec. 3, the new project had Deasy venturing out of his comfort zone and working with some new faces. “It...
FDA says decongestant in many cold medicines doesn’t work. So what does?
WASHINGTON — Changes are coming to the cold and cough aisle of your local pharmacy: U.S. officials are moving to phase out the leading decongestant found in hundreds of over-the-counter medicines, concluding that it doesn’t actually relieve nasal congestion. Phenylephrine is used in popular versions of Sudafed, Dayquil and other...
TV Talk: Netflix gifts subscribers with ‘Squid Game 2’Video
Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming week. What better way to celebrate the holidays than a return to the bloody, violent arena for Netflix’s “Squid Game 2,” streaming Thursday? The second season of the streaming service’s surprise 2021 global hit finds season...
An architect designed custom clocks for Pennsylvania’s Capitol a century ago and they’re still ticking
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence. The seat of government, they tend to be elegant and stately — and frequently capped by a dome. Visitors to Pennsylvania ‘s Capitol are drawn to its priceless artwork, polished marble and intricate carvings, but hidden behind the doors...
Here are some stress-free dishes to make for your holiday gathering
The gifts are half-wrapped (or half-bought!), one string of lights on the tree is out and the stockings have not yet been hung by the chimney with care. And somewhere on the ever-growing to-do list is the dish you promised to bring to Christmas dinner. With just a few days...
From teen CEO to entrepreneur: Lani Lazzari grows Simple Sugars into skincare powerhouse
Entrepreneur Lani Lazzari continues to stir things up in the skincare world. She was just 11 when she began experimenting with sugar and other all-natural ingredients in an attempt to cure her eczema and other related skin issues in the basement of her parents’ Fox Chapel home. Her mother, Gina...
Photo gallery: 2024 Year in Review
2024 was a defining year of the 21st century and the TribLive visuals staff was there to capture unforgettable images of the most significant news, sports and cultural events. From the assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump in Butler County, to the debut of rookie pitcher Paul Skenes...
It’s eggnog season. The boozy beverage dates back to medieval England but remains a holiday hit
SAN FRANCISCO — At Scoma’s Restaurant in San Francisco, this holiday season ‘s batch of eggnog began 11 months ago. The process typically starts in late January, just after the previous year’s celebrations are over. Nearly a thousand egg yolks, gallons upon gallons of heavy cream and roughly $1,000 worth...
Thousands greet the winter solstice at the ancient Stonehenge monument
LONDON — Thousands of tourists, pagans, druids and people simply yearning for the promise of spring marked the dawn of the shortest day of the year Saturday at the ancient Stonehenge monument. Revelers cheered and beat drums as the sun rose at 8:09 a.m. over the giant standing stones on...
Steepest slope in Pa. draws skiers, snowboarders to Laurel Mountain Ski Resort for opening day
For Marnie Golden, having the steepest ski slope in the state just 20 minutes away from her house is a point of hometown pride. Golden, 17, of Ligonier Township was 9 when she started skiing at Laurel Mountain. Lower Wildcat, the steepest slope in Pennsylvania, is her favorite there. “I...
NORAD’s Santa tracker was a Cold War morale boost. Now it attracts millions of kids
The Christmas tradition has become nearly global in scope: Children from around the world track Santa Claus as he sweeps across the earth, delivering presents and defying time. Each year, at least 100,000 kids call into the North American Aerospace Defense Command to inquire about Santa’s location. Millions more follow...
Take the TribLive weekly news quiz: Dec. 20
The following is a regular feature from TribLive: A weekly news quiz:...
From the Newsroom: The year in photos for 2024
The year 2024 saw many striking moments. A passionate and polarizing presidential race, the world cheering on their favorite athletes, international conflicts that caused strife and the cultural shifts. In Western Pennsylvania, TribLive has been there for all of 2024’s most impactful moments. Sean Stipp, TribLive Director of Visuals, spoke...
Unique interior, hillside views highlight new A-frame Airbnb outside Ligonier
Facing east as it commands a hillside off Old Lincoln Highway in Ligonier Township, the new A-frame home that attracted considerable attention during its construction this summer is dubbed Diamond View for good reason. The use of exterior glass in the home allows unobstructed views of nearby picturesque Ligonier Borough...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Dec. 20-22
The city is simply having a wonderful pre-holiday weekend, with some warm and cheerful events to get you in the spirit of the season. Experience music, movies and more with these ideas. Skate with Santa It’s going to be pretty chilly this weekend, which makes it the perfect opportunity to...
Steelers, snakes and crime make Top 10 most-read stories of 2024
Sports, crime and nostalgia resonated with TribLive’s readers in 2024. From Mason Rudolph’s departure to the last Ponderosa restaurant in Pennsylvania, here are the Top 10 most-read stories on our website from this year. Remains found in Fayette County identified as missing 17-year-old girl April 23, 2024. Skeletal remains found...
5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Dec. 20-22
The holidays are upon us, and it’s time to get into the spirit with some fun and community. Here are some things to do this weekend: A North Pole Christmas The Lamp Theatre and Stage Right are throwing an all-out Christmas extravaganza this weekend. On Saturday, they will hold A...
Westmoreland County’s go-to man Greg McCloskey calls it a career
During the summer of 2021, Westmoreland County commissioners were in a bind. They had just fired the county’s election bureau director following what they said was ongoing mismanagement. The deputy director had been fired months earlier. So commissioners turned to longtime public works director Greg McCloskey to assume the election...
Lori Falce: Is Trump captain of his ship or is Musk?
The prow of a ship is often decorated with a carved object. It may represent the name of the vessel. It may be something important to the owner or the nation whose flag flies on the mast. Over the years, these have been depictions of deities. They have been mythological...
BJ’s Country Store in South Buffalo going out of business
Matt Hughes and Cory Stivanson hardly said a word walking into BJ’s Country Store late Tuesday morning, but cashier Janet Greene knew what was on their minds. “A yes and yes?” she asked from behind the worn wooden countertops. The pair assented, and Greene got to work on an Italian...
