Most families are unaware of these professionals until they desperately need one. Known by various titles—placement agents, senior living advisors, assisted living locators—these specialists help families navigate one of life’s most challenging transitions.

As the site of one of the most pivotal battles of the Civil War, Gettysburg, PA, is full of stories of heroism, sacrifice, and strength.

Crisis Center North (CCN), a nonprofit serving the greater Pittsburgh area, is set to launch a new, discreet safety initiative in collaboration with Milwaukee-based tech company Nexion Solutions.

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

Known colloquially as Pittsburgh’s Little Italy, Bloomfield is a small but noteworthy East End neighborhood nestled between Garfield, Lawrenceville, Friendship, and Shadyside. The name pays homage to the flowers that once bloomed in the area. Today, a mix of longtime residents and a healthy influx of newcomers—about 9,500 people—call Bloomfield home.

“I had the idea for the store since high school,” said McGinley, owner of SoMe Artisan Wares and Jeweler’s Studio in Pittsburgh. “I was in art class and surrounded by so many artists when I was younger. They would always have their amazing artwork leaning on their walls in their basements, and no one was seeing it.”

When we read, we often connect with the storyline, as sometimes the situations in a book mirror our own lives or propel us to engage emotionally with the themes.

Mitch’s BBQ has been serving the Warrendale community delicious barbecue since 1992. You can find traditional items such as ribs, brisket, and mac and cheese, but their menu also surprises with pork belly bao buns, ramen, and tacos.

In Pittsburgh, one local nonprofit is turning music into a pathway for connection and confidence. Band Together Pittsburgh began when a chance invitation during a local gig led to the launch of a nonprofit where drums, DJ mixers, and open-mic nights become bridges to inclusion.