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Life After Loss: Skills for Every Day
For Immediate Release: Life After Loss: Skills for Every Day Lopatich-Brinker Funeral Home, LLC. Flyer attached August 25, 2025 Written by Mandi Moranelli The loss of a loved one brings not only grief, but also many challenges for family and friends as they navigate a new way of life without them. Tasks the deceased once handled, such as paying bills, maintaining a car, or changing a furnace filter, can be overwhelming to those encountering them for the first time. Even with a basic
Father Thomas More Sikora, O.S.B., named director of SVC’s Campus Ministry LATROBE, PA – Father
Father Thomas More Sikora, O.S.B., named director of SVC’s Campus Ministry LATROBE, PA – Father Thomas More Sikora, O.S.B., S’91, has been named director of Campus Ministry at Saint Vincent College. “We are delighted to welcome Father Thomas More as the new director of Campus Ministry at Saint Vincent College,” remarked Father Paul Taylor, O.S.B., C’87, S’91, president of the College. “His commitment to our Benedictine values along with his deep faith and pastoral experience make him perfectly suited to
Saint Vincent College, Verostko Center welcome Amy Roadman as public outreach and programming coordi
Saint Vincent College, Verostko Center welcome Amy Roadman as public outreach and programming coordinator LATROBE, PA – Saint Vincent College is pleased to announce the appointment of Amy Roadman as the new public outreach and programming coordinator at the Verostko Center for the Arts. In this role, she will lead community engagement initiatives, develop educational programs and foster creative collaborations that align with the Center’s mission to offer transformative art experiences. “We couldn’t be
PCN Launches Interactive Map and Free Statewide Content on PCN Select Showcasing Pennsylvania’s Role
Camp Hill, PA— As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, the Pennsylvania Cable Network (PCN) is proud to unveil a powerful new tool that brings the Commonwealth’s rich history to life — an interactive map featuring free, on-demand content from all 67 counties through PCN’s streaming platform, PCN Select.In partnership with America250PA — the official state commission for the Semiquincentennial — PCN’s Celebrating America’s 250th in Pennsylvania highlights the people, places and events
2020 Banana Split Celebration Dates Announcement
Latrobe, Pa. (September 2019) — It is with great pleasure that the Greater Latrobe - Laurel Valley Chamber of Commerce announces August 21-23 as the date of the 2020 Great American Banana Split Celebration. Highlights of the 2019 celebration included the first Banana Split Princess Pageant, a third stage, blood drive, big banana car, an over 21 area, goat yoga, and expanded activity schedule for kids and adults. It is estimated that 12,000 people attended over the course of the three day event as Latrobe
GLLV Neighborhood Visitor & Information Center Traffic Continues to Increase
The Greater Latrobe-Laurel Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Neighborhood Visitor & Information Center is many things to many people. It is a bright, shiny tribute to the businesses and people of the area. It’s a showcase for history and memorabilia from the area. The VIC has proven to be ground zero for business transactions between members. And yes, it’s the home of the chamber staff that has constantly created buzz and excitement within the new GLLV organization. “I’ve been in a lot of chambers offices and