Perhaps it's time to retire the notion that container gardens start with red geraniums, that a dracaena spike adds drama and that sweet alyssum pulls a composition together.
In January, 13 doctors and medical personnel from Allegheny General Hospital took their medical expertise to the people of earthquake-devastated Haiti. The team returned with experiences that will help improve the care they provide here.
At the McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, some of the world’s best researchers are developing technologies to rebuild our nation’s wounded warriors and are healing incurable ailments. Discoveries made here will soon help benefit the civilian population as well.
Pittsburgh has been earning oohs and aahs for our wizardry in the green revolution. This year, we roll out the green carpet as the North American host for World Environment Day.
Great Trees are part of Pittsburgh’s neighborhoods and also part of our region’s rich and diverse heritage.
Just imagine the history a 300-year-old oak tree has witnessed in its lifetime—and the history that is yet to be made. Trees beautify our cityscapes, cool our environment and clean the air we breathe. We honor them each spring on Arbor Day and seek refuge beneath their branches in a rainstorm. But do we really appreciate our trees? I think we do. I went in search of some of Pittsburgh’s wonderful trees to photograph for this pictorial essay and discovered so much more. Every specimen had a compelling story, lovingly filtered through the lives, words and actions of its current steward. I am merely the conduit for their stories.
As an entrepreneur, interior designer, mother, humanitarian and owner of Weisshouse in Shadyside, Stacy Weiss finds the most luxurious furniture, flooring and accessories for everyhouse.
Greek yogurt is suddenly trendy, and many new yogurt brands promise extra health benefits...but this time-honored dairy product is hardly a new kid on the block.
