Local Services

Remembering Rachel Carson

The Allegheny County native and Ninth Street Bridge namesake is credited with advancing the global environmental movement Article by Jason Solak Rachel Louise Carson was born on May 27, 1907, on a family farm near Springdale, Pennsylvania, located up the Allegheny River from Pittsburgh. The youngest of three children, Carson quickly developed a love of nature. She was an avid reader who quickly began writing her own stories. By age 10 she became a published author when St. Nicholas Magazine...

April 2020

Food + Beverage

Savory Salads

Just in time for summer, check out our favorite quick and easy salad recipes Article by Matt Hacke Salads are a convenient way to work in a couple of servings of vegetables and/or fruit. You can make a green salad at home in 5 minutes. Eating salad almost every day may be one of the most healthyand simplest habits you can adopt. Cool, crunchy, and fun to eat with lots of textures, colors, and flavor), most people enjoy eating salads, even kids. You can customize them to include the fruits...

April 2020

Food + Beverage

Sip In Style

The Sociale Cocktail Co. is a vintage horse trailer, turned mobile tap trailer Article by Jason Solak | Photography by Hannah Hogue, Livi Photos Now more than ever it’s important to support our communities’ small businesses, and what better way to celebrate local entrepreneurs than with a party. The Social Cocktail Co. is a mobile tap trailer located in the North Hills of Pittsburgh and is perfect for an endless variety of events. Owner Sarah Dickinson wanted to bring something new and unique...

April 2020

Real Estate

The Sophisticated Agent

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Agent, Tanisha Lydic, is ready to help you find your dream home Article by Matt Hacke   When it comes to offering exceptional real estate services, Pittsburgh native and University of Pittsburgh graduate, Tanisha Lydic, has been doing just that for the last four years. With a passion for real estate, the Coldwell Banker agent’s dedication to her clients is unparalleled. “I strive to put my clients first and I truly want them to enjoy the home buying or selling...

April 2020

Local Services

Pittsburgh Earth Day

Pittsburgh Earth Day joins forces with The Earth Day Global Network to celebrate the 50 Year Anniversary of Earth Day. Article by Jason Solak Get ready for the annual citywide celebration dedicated to educating, inspiring, and celebrating  sustainability. Over the years our region has transformed from the Steel City into a thriving home for green innovation. Pittsburgh Earth Day honors the collaboration of businesses, community organizations and green purveyors that are changing the landscape...

April 2020

Home Services

A Palatial Estate

This North Pittsburgh property is truly a work of art Article by Matt Hacke 108 Carriage Hill Drive Mars, PA 16046 $1,499,900   Set on three acres with its own, private lake, this magnificent four-bedroom, four-and-two-half-bathroom home is an entertainer’s dream. The amount of detail and thought that went into this custom-built property speaks for itself. Walk through the front door and into the expansive, two-story foyer, featuring a Juliette balcony. Admire the barrel-vaulted ceiling...

March 2020

Beauty

Sustainable Fashion

Rue Boutique carries some brands that are environmentally conscious Article by Matt Hacke Sustainable Fashion Rue Boutique carries some brands that are environmentally conscious In today’s world of “fast fashion,” clothes that are quickly produced in bulk, consumers at large don’t often stop to think how their material purchases affect the environment. Luckily, many retailers and fashion brands are doing their due diligence when it comes to some of the clothing they produce and sell...

March 2020

Real Estate

Pittsburgh North Lifestyle Profile - Part 2:

George Hackett, President of Coldwell Banker, Pittsburgh Article by Craig Blanchard Opportunity Knocks, Again! After only twelve years in the business and having grown to 12 offices, Coldwell Banker, the largest real estate firm in the country, came knocking and bought Hosack Real Estate in 1986. George explained: “I’ve always felt fortunate for selling to CB because they always have a finger on the pulse of the market. They're the most innovative which means they're always adding value...

March 2020

Local Services

Pittsburgh Innovator Honored with International Global Leadership Award

Leah Lizarondo honored by Vital Voices with Global Leadership Award for her work to end food waste and food insecurity Article by Jason Solak Pittsburgh entrepreneur Leah Lizarondo, a 2020 Vital Voices Global Leadership Award honoree, is the co-founder and CEO of 412 Food Rescue, which harnesses the power of technology and generosity of everyday people to prevent more than 10 million pounds of good food from going to landfills. She was honored alongside Dolls Clan, a feminist graffiti duo in...

March 2020

Home Services

Immaculate Remodel

This custom-built home is the perfect family property. Article by Matt Hacke 234 Whetherburn Drive Pine Twp., PA 15090 $899,000 Located in the desirable and award-winning Pine Richland school district, this four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom home is situated in the prestigious North Park Manor development. This custom-built home is filled with updates, as you’ll soon see as you step through the front door and into the 2-story entry, featuring dual staircases newly updated with rod...

March 2020