Home gardening has been on the rise for several years, and Art King, co-owner of Harvest Valley Farms in Bakerstown, is quick to point out many reasons.

We’ve all been there. That one (or more) room in the house that accumulates “stuff to deal with later.” That garage filled with boxes from when Great-Aunt Susie downsized. That corner of the kitchen island piled with papers. That junk drawer filled with odds and ends, doodads and bits and bobs.

Flowers can brighten almost any day—plus there is scientific evidence that flowers and flower arranging can boost morale, reduce stress, enhance creativity and even improve cognitive function.

The backyard has evolved from a simple patch of grass into a prized extension of the home, a place where families gather, friends celebrate and memories take root. As homeowners increasingly maximize their outdoor living potential, the challenge lies in creating beautiful and functional spaces that are intimate yet adaptable and worth the significant investment required to bring them to life.

Everything that is old can be new again, at least for the right owner. Whether they enjoy older styles, the history behind older pieces or just like the thrill of the find, many people are drawn to antique or vintage furniture, art and décor.

It may seem like garden clubs are a thing of the past, and in fact, there have been ebbs and flows in the membership of many clubs.

“Finding a mushroom in the wild is a treasure hunt. If you’re lucky, you find free food,” said Cecily Franklin, a member of the Western Pennsylvania Mushroom Club (WPMC).

New & Notable spotlights the accomplishments of those living & working in the northern communities of Pittsburgh, from new business hires to award-winning students.

Zelienople is one of those treasured places where history truly meets the future.

Many people prefer to buy their produce directly from local farms and farm stores, benefiting both the consumer and the farmer.

Cut flowers are used for just about every occasion— weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, proms, and funerals.

A new year brings fresh trends for many industries, especially in the world of interior design.

Mike Fialkovich has been birding since he was a kid.

While some choose a minimalist look for their homes, many others believe that art on the walls livens up a home and warms up a room.

For many book lovers, having a home library would be a dream come true.

The modern bathroom is no longer just a utilitarian space.

Sakura means cherry blossom in Japanese.

Homebuyers experienced what could only be described as fatigue in 2024.

Nest Expressions Window Fashions is the largest exclusive Hunter Douglas dealer in Western PA.

“An encyclopedia of nature,” is how Meg Scanlon has often been referred to, and it is a title well-earned.