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Give the gift of time, no batteries needed

’Tis the season for gift giving. While kids typically ask Santa for the latest toy or gadget, parents (and grandparents) searching for other options might consider giving an experience they can enjoy alongside their child. While nontraditional gifts might be hard to wrap up and place under ...

Almanac all-stars do it all on gridiron

Versatility ruled the gridiron in the South Hills this fall as players excelled at multiple positions. In fact, some of the standouts were such forces on both sides of the ball that they garnered all-conference acclaim in dual capacities. The trait also runs rampant among this year’s list of ...

Stohl leads list of Almanac football all-stars

Nate Stohl harbors a mean streak. The Upper St. Clair High School senior exhibits the trait but only on the gridiron. “Off the field, Nate is one of the most genuine, kind people you could possibly know,” said USC football coach Mike Junko. “A great teammate and leader.” A high ...

Festive affair

Bethel Park High School’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony fittingly occurs in December because the celebration is reminiscent of Christmas. The occasion, held Dec. 13, was an emotional reunion filled with memories of days past with lifelong friends and family. Clarke White, the youngest of ...

Holzer wins 500th game as USC floor boss

Danny Holzer claims to have no sideline interests, but he has spent half of his life coaching the Upper St. Clair High School boys’ basketball team. Even after registering his 500th career victory recently, he doesn’t intend on doing much of anything else. “I’m sticking around,” he ...

Santa top draw in Bethel Park

Santa Claus was the main attraction at the annual Bethel Park Tree Lighting ceremony. Even the Grinch agreed. “Santa is the classic,” said the beloved Dr. Seuss character through the handler that interpreted his mimed answers. Augie Marraccini concurred. The 6-year-old Bethel Park ...