Brownsville Drive-In Up for Sale

June 24, 2021June 24, 2021 Carla Anderton

Brownsville Drive-In has been a local landmark since July of 1949. Hopefully, it will be around for years to come, provided a new owner can be found to continue the longstanding tradition.

Brownsville Film Location Gets Makeover and New Life

June 7, 2021June 8, 2021 Carla Anderton

Brownsville councilwoman, Barb Peffer remembers the three thrilling months in 1983 when a film crew set up camp, energizing the historic town on the Monongahela.

Joy Riders Enrich the Lives of Those with Limited Mobility

May 18, 2021May 17, 2021 Carla Anderton

Local writer Dave Zuchowski spoke to members of the Joy Riders whose innovative program enriches the lives of people with limited mobility in an exclusive piece for Mon Valley Vistas.

Historic National Hotel on Route 40 restored to former glory, opens doors to the public

May 17, 2021May 17, 2021 Carla Anderton

Mon Valley Vistas editor Carla E. Anderton spoke with George Appel, owner of the Historic National Hotel in Beallsville, about the Hotel’s origins and future plans.

Speers Bridge crossing the Monongahela River

What is Mon Valley Vistas?

April 4, 2021April 4, 2021 Carla Anderton

About two years ago, I had the opportunity to attend a gathering of representatives from local media outlets hosted by Point Park’s Center…

New Robots Inducted And Lego® Sculptures Added To Carnegie Science Center

August 14, 2021August 14, 2021 Carla Anderton

Pittsburgh’s Premier Destination Adds New Experiences For Visitors This Summer Robot enthusiasts and LEGO® builders have new experiences to explore at Carnegie Science…

Westmoreland Cultural Trust’s Greensburg Music Fest Returns With Free Live Music For The Community

August 13, 2021August 13, 2021 Carla Anderton

Westmoreland Cultural Trust will welcome back live music fans for WCT’s 3rd annual Greensburg Music Fest on Saturday, August 28. The free event…

Food Helpers Community Outreach Program Off to a Great Start

August 13, 2021August 13, 2021 Carla Anderton

In the first month of its new Community Outreach Program, Food Helpers distributed more than 61,000 pounds of food, as well as health…

Quantum Theatre’s An Odyssey To Kick Off 30th Anniversary Season

August 13, 2021August 13, 2021 Carla Anderton

World Premiere at Schenley Park Ice Skating Rink August 13 – September 5th Quantum Theatre kicks off its 30th Anniversary season with a…

Monessen Program Encourages the Purchase of Abandoned Properties

July 17, 2021July 17, 2021 Carla Anderton

Story & photo by Dave Zuchowski for Mon Valley Vistas The city of Monessen, like several others in the Mon Valley, has experienced a dwindling population…

New interim president appointed at California University of Pennsylvania

July 16, 2021July 16, 2021 Carla Anderton

Dr. Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson adds Cal U’s leadership role to her portfolio as the PASSHE Board of Governors approves integration with Clarion, Edinboro California…

Pittsburgh Public Theater Announces Pop-up Performances Of Barefoot In The Park…in The Park!

July 16, 2021July 16, 2021 Carla Anderton

August 3 – 7, 2021 At The Allegheny Overlook Pop-up Park Pittsburgh Public Theater is proud to welcome audiences to an extraordinary week…

Family-friendly Weekend Event Explores Pittsburgh’s Rivers At Carnegie Science Center

July 16, 2021July 16, 2021 Carla Anderton

Water Conservation And Water Quality Testing Analyzed On July 24–25 Carnegie Science Center’s H2Oh! River Weekend event on Sat.–Sun., July 24–25 explores the…

News from the Donora Public Library

July 16, 2021July 16, 2021 Carla Anderton

The popular Adult Coloring Classes will resume on Monday, July 19 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. No need to register, just show up…

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Brownsville Drive-In Up for Sale

Brownsville Film Location Gets Makeover and New Life

Joy Riders Enrich the Lives of Those with Limited Mobility

Historic National Hotel on Route 40 restored to former glory, opens doors to the public

What is Mon Valley Vistas?

New Robots Inducted And Lego® Sculptures Added To Carnegie Science Center

Westmoreland Cultural Trust’s Greensburg Music Fest Returns With Free Live Music For The Community

Food Helpers Community Outreach Program Off to a Great Start

Quantum Theatre’s An Odyssey To Kick Off 30th Anniversary Season

Monessen Program Encourages the Purchase of Abandoned Properties

New interim president appointed at California University of Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh Public Theater Announces Pop-up Performances Of Barefoot In The Park…in The Park!

Family-friendly Weekend Event Explores Pittsburgh’s Rivers At Carnegie Science Center

News from the Donora Public Library

#IMOMSOHARD: The Getaway Tour

Tom Papa

Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Scared Scriptless

TRACE ADKINS – THE WAY I WANNA GO TOUR

Trace Adkins Concert