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Button collecting an inexpensive, fun hobby
During the Great Depression, money was tight for a vast majority of families. Scrimping and saving to feed and clothe sometimes large families became a chore.

Antique show portrays American history in glass
Many of us have household pieces made of decorative glass, possibly passed down from parents and grandparents. Seldom used, they are often stored for safekeeping. Favorite pieces of glass stemware, covered compotes, serving dishes and trinket holders are quite colorful and catch the eye of visitors during holiday entertaining. Rarely do owners give thought to researching their origins.

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Pennsylvania American Water lifts conservation requirement
Pennsylvania American Water lifted its mandatory conservation notice for Washington and Allegheny County Sunday, saying power has been restored to the treatment plant serving those customers.
Rendell declares emergency
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Gov. Ed Rendell declared a disaster emergency in Pennsylvania as a winter storm brought heavy snow and gusty winds that cut off power to tens of thousands and forced road closures.
Allegheny County declares emergency due to storm
Allegheny County has declared a state of emergency as snow blankets the area, bringing down power lines and shutting roadways.

Grappling with emotion – Lebo, Lewis trump PT, alma mater
While Mt. Lebanon wrestled up a 33-26 victory over Peters Township in the opening round of the WPIAL Class AAA team tournament, the Blue Devils' head coach Bill Lewis grappled, too. With his emotions.
Wolcott's hot hand helping PT boys win
Heading into last night's non-conference clash at North Hills, Craig Wolcott needed 47 points to top the 1,000-point plateau for his scholastic basketball career.