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Bridgeport connection in graphic novel

BRIDGEPORT — Jonathan Sandler, a resident of London, has just published his grandfather’s World War II memoirs into a graphic novel, “The English GI,” that includes a Bridgeport connection. Sandler’s grandfather, Bernard Sandler, an Englishman, served in the 26th Infantry of the U.S. ...

Parcel Players to present ‘Little Women’

WHEELING — Oglebay Institute’s Parcel Players present a new stage adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel “Little Women.” The production is slated July 14-17 at Towngate Theatre in Wheeling. “Little Women” follows the coming-of-age adventures of four sisters — Jo, Meg, ...

Youth to compete at Dance Masters National

BELLAIRE — Peyton Florence and Ezra Summers, both students at Turn It Out Dance Academy in Bellaire, will travel to Nashville, Tennessee, this July to compete in the Dance Masters of America Competition. This comes on the heels of Florence, 16, winning the title of Miss Dance of Ohio 2022 ...

For Father’s Day, try a weeknight-easy spiced steak

Thin cuts of steak, such as flat iron, are great for weeknight meals because they’re full of flavor and cook up fast. But a flavorful spice rub and quick marinade takes them from good to great. And pairing it with a side of partially mashed chickpeas will satisfy that meat and potatoes guy ...

Control pests and protect pollinators

Picture this: You’ve planted some milkweed, bee balm or California lilac, and you’re delighted to see bees and butterflies fluttering about your garden. You feel good about nourishing pollinators and love the life those plants attract to your yard. As you stroll past your beds to check ...