5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

Mia's Family

A Loving Extended Family Relationship Formed Through Open Adoption

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

Brookline Teen Honored By Pittsburgh City Council

Tuesday was officially Nikko Poole Day in the city.

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Brookline Teen Outreach Has Hike, Parade Plans

Here's where you'll find things for teens to do besides rebel.

National Puppy Day: A Look At Western Pennsylvania's Lost Dogs

Do you recognize any of these pooches? Can you help them find their way home?

Readers React To Viral Breastfeeding Photo

Readers were quick to weigh in on the breastfeeding photo that has everyone talking.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

Bethel Park Couple Bakes 40K Cookies for Experience of a Lifetime

'Hero' Pup Finds Permanent Home in Brookline

A dog who saved the life of a Cranberry man earlier this year has been adopted by a Brookline family.

Would You Travel 280 Miles to Adopt a Sick Cat?

An animal lover drove across Pennsylvania to adopt a cat with a disability.

South Hills Native to Compete in Olympic Trials

Amanda Trimble, 17, of the Bridgeville/Carnegie area is in Salt Lake City training to compete in the Olympic Trials.

Seton-LaSalle Grad Graces Cover of People Magazine

Bikini-clad Maria Jarosh weighed 240 pounds at age 15.

Video Memorializes Slain Brookline Football Player

A YouTube video highlights the life of Zach Sheridan, who was shot and killed in Oakland last week.

Pet Adoptions: Dogs and Cats Available at Local Shelters

Do you have a forever home for one of these pets?

Nearby: History, Faith Keep Old St. Luke’s Strong

Upkeep and finding volunteers is always difficult, but those who care for Old St. Luke’s hope its history will help it remain a community keepsake.

These Pets Are Looking for Forever Homes

Can they be the newest members of your family?

Seton-La Salle Girls Basketball Camp to Benefit Local Boy With Cancer

The camp is a fundraiser for Zach Dyer of Whitehall.

'Fountain' and Other Pets Need Forever Homes

Find out why Animal Friends has reduced all adoption donations for animals 6 months and older to $19.43 through July 31.

Dormont Family Remembers KO Grad, Fallen Police Officer

Movie Set and Shot in Pittsburgh Arrives in Local Theaters

"Won't Back Down" is the story of two mothers, one a teacher, and their fight to transform their children's failing inner city school.

Want PennDOT News? Check Facebook!

PennDOT now has a Facebook page, which will provide traffic updates to followers.

Brookline Survivor to Walk in PurpleStride Pittsburgh

Survivor and Brookline resident Elizabeth Lopez will participate in the annual awareness walk Sunday.

Nearby: Bethel Park Athlete Heads to London

A 19-year-old college student placed first in the 20,000-meter race walk Sunday in the U.S. Olympic trials.

Skatepark Proposed for Scott Park

After Dormont Council rejected plans for a skate park plan, Mary Pitcher has approached another community with the idea.

Gardening Tips for Green Thumbs

The Scott Conservancy wants to teach amateur green thumbs how to grow their own vegetables in a backyard garden.