FOOD & DRINK

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Aliquippa.

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Spotted lanternflies seem to be everywhere in the Pittsburgh area.But an insect expert at Penn State University said while they are a nuisance, they won't hurt you."They don't harm people, they don't harm pets," said Amy Korman, a PSU entomologist. "They're not a structural problem in terms of being on buildings and everything."But yup, they might crawl on you, and people can feel their prickly little feet. And they often think they're getting bitten, but they're not. Spotted lanternflies, they're just hanging tight."Their mouths are designed to just suck on plants and trees, and they only have...

PERRYOPOLIS, Pa. (KDKA) -- "The Silence of the Lambs" was filmed in the Pittsburgh area in the early 90s and you may know one of the filming locations. The house of fictional serial killer Buffalo Bill opens periodically to the public for tours and overnight stays.This weekend, there's something new. Brooke Smith, an actress who played one of Buffalo Bill's victims, will be giving the tours.It's been more than 30 years since actress Brooke Smith has been back to Buffalo Bill's House in Perryopolis. The last time she was there is when she played Catherine Martin, a woman who had been...

Allegheny County, situated in the southwestern region of Pennsylvania and boasting a population exceeding 1.2 million residents, is most renowned for housing the vibrant city of Pittsburgh. This city is celebrated for its rich historical heritage, cultural diversity, and prominent sports scene. In addition to these attractions, Allegheny County offers a wide array of dining establishments catering to various tastes and preferences. Here, we present a selection of highly-rated restaurants in Allegheny County, as per Yelp reviews and ratings:

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - ScareHouse, a haunted house in Pittsburgh, was honored by the Haunted Attraction Association. They received the award for "Top Haunt" along with numerous other scare attractions across the United States. The Haunted Attraction Association uses a list of qualifications for scare houses when determining who will be granted a "Top Haunt." Examples include its ability to protect customers, the promotion of haunted attractions and its ability to educate industry professionals. Other award winners were the Field of Screams in Lancaster, Pa., Ghostly Manor in Sandusky, Ohio, Haunted Hunt Club Farm in Virginia Beach, Va. and many more. ScareHouse is currently located at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall in Tarentum, Pa. at 2012 Butler Logan Road. It's in the former H&M location inside of the mall. They are open in the evening from Thursday through Sunday. Here is its schedule: Thursday: 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.Friday: 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.Saturday: 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.Sunday: 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.For more information on ScareHouse, visit this link.

Frank's Pizzeria's 65th-anniversary celebration had an unexpected guest. Mary Ours, a First Alert Meteorologist known for her weather forecasts, took a break to try her hand at making pizza at the well-known, family-owned Ambridge pizzeria.

The group has pooled lottery money for 20 years

Despite the distance from the tropics to much of the east coast and Florida, Pittsburgh-based couple Cindy and Tuika Faumuina have been sharing Polynesian culture for decades. They own Tuika's Polynesian Island Magic, a dance troupe educating audiences about Polynesian traditions.

In this article, we're exploring three exceptional Polish restaurants in Pittsburgh. Have you had the chance to dine at any of these establishments? If yes, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below!

In this article, we are going to explore three exceptional pretzel stores located in Pittsburgh. Have you had the pleasure of trying any of these yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below!

It’s the weekend. Here are some ways to spend it. The Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race is Sunday so with road closures from Squirrel Hill to Oakland and through Uptown to Downtown, plan accordingly. Haunted tour. Dark History PGH is hosting haunted walking tours of Carnegie...

The Bible, a bottle − maybe a phone call to your mama or best friend. When adversity arises, find your best defense mechanism and hang on, advises Morgan Gruber on her radio-featured debut single "Whatever Gets You Through It." In rotation now on Pittsburgh's Froggy FM and The Beaver...

Fall brings new ingredients into the kitchen spotlight: fresh, farm-grown ingredients such as apples, pumpkins, squash, and so much more. What better place to get these autumn delicacies than hand-picked at a farmers’ market? Thankfully, many markets in Pittsburgh are still open to suit your harvest needs. However, since the days are getting shorter, get out there NOW to partake of the bounty before farmers’ market season comes to an end.

In this article, we're exploring two outstanding Poke stores in Pittsburgh. Have you had the chance to visit any of these places yet? If you have, we'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments section below.

Their loved spanned five decades, and Bob and Edana Corbin died the same week. The music world is mourning both of their losses — Bob Corbin of the Corbin and Hanner Band and Edana, a writer for a country music magazine, were always in harmony. Bob Corbin and Dave...

Hyeholde Restaurant, with its turrets, stonework, and ivy-covered walls, looks plucked right out of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Shire. The Coraopolis eatery is more than just a fantasy structure come to life — it also boasts a menu fit for Medieval nobility (barbecue boar ribs, anyone?), craft cocktails, and al fresco dining in a woodsy setting.

Wholey’s fish market in the Strip is celebrating 111 years in business. There’s a party at Wholey’s tomorrow at 11 a.m. In addition to fish sandwiches there will be raffles, giveaways a photo booth and cake.

Affordable veterinary care is being brought to Pittsburgh-area residents via a mobile unit. The M.O.V.E.S (Medical – Outreach – Veterinary – Essential – Support) mobile unit was launched this month by the Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh and Allegheny Health Network with its first mobile clinic Sept. 14 in Highland Park.

We’re saddened to learn about the passing of long-time KDKA Radio caller Richard Busby of Mt. Oliver. Listeners will know him better by the name he used when he called in, “Smacky the Clown”.

The Arnita family, who owns the popular Cookey PGH, have introduced a new food truck for cookie delivery. The truck offers a variety of cookie flavors including molten lava and Oreo extreme, along with Sarah's Ice Cream, a local favorite.