Charles Sisk
📰 WEEKLY PREVIEW |
Top Stories: Healthcare careers for local teens |
Trivia Question❓Which planet in our solar system spins so far over on its side that it appears to roll around the Sun like a ball? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
 Greensburg-area forecast for November 3–9, 2026, checked October 31. Temperatures in °F. Conditions may change and vary across Westmoreland County. |
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Swansdowne Antiques & Gifts |
Turn your next Ligonier stroll into a little treasure hunt at Swansdowne Antiques & Gifts. This East Main Street shop brings together antique furniture, ironstone, vintage books, kitchenware, artwork and home accents—plenty to browse when you are choosing a thoughtful gift or a piece with character for your home.
Stop in during its Friday–Sunday hours, or explore the shop online before you visit. The changing selection gives you a reason to look again on your next trip through town. |
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Westmoreland high school students got a hands-on introduction to healthcare at Seton Hill University on October 21. The Future Masters of Medicine session featured emergency physician Dr. Heather Walker, who discussed emergency care and guided students through suturing practice on artificial skin. The experience introduced a professional skill in a supervised educational setting.
Local orthopedic surgeon Dr. Gregory Bisignani leads the series, now in its third year. It offers about six sessions annually to county juniors and seniors invited by teachers or guidance counselors. Seton Hill and Saint Vincent College are partnering as hosts this year. Interested students should ask their school about participation; this report does not announce a new session or an open public registration.
The story also explores ongoing educational resources at Seton Hill's health and sciences college, including interprofessional learning, laboratories, research and internships. The Boyle Health Sciences Center provides clinical and research spaces, while nursing students use dedicated skills and simulation facilities. For families considering healthcare education, the next step is practical: compare programs, discuss requirements and costs, and ask what each career's everyday work actually involves. A counselor can help students choose an appropriate first step without requiring them to settle on a profession immediately. |
Landscape photography offers a fresh reason to visit Greensburg. The Westmoreland Museum of American Art pairs Ansel Adams: Majestic Lands with Victoria Sambunaris: Altered Lands through May 2, 2027. More than 40 Adams works share the conversation with Sambunaris's views of landscapes shaped by roads, railways, mines and other infrastructure.
One ticket covers both exhibitions: $10 for nonmember adults, $5 for children ages 4–17, and free for children 3 and younger. Museum members and EBT cardholders enter the exhibitions free; active-duty U.S. military members pay $5. Individual visitors do not need advance registration, while groups of 10 or more should arrange their visit. Other museum areas remain free, so the exhibition ticket is separate from general admission.
The museum is at 221 North Main Street, with free on-site parking. It is closed Mondays and Tuesdays; check current hours before visiting. For November 3–9, plan around Wednesday through Sunday. Make it a family conversation by choosing a photograph, sharing what first caught your eye and looking again for an overlooked detail. The article's credited stock photos are illustrative landscapes, not works from either exhibition. Before heading out, confirm admission details and discuss access needs with museum staff so the visit suits your group. |
Compass Inn Museum's Bonfire Celebration returns to Laughlintown on Saturday, November 7, from 3:30–9 p.m. The official event schedule begins with museum tours, crafts and activities, followed by bonfire lighting at 5:30 p.m. and evening entertainment. The celebration draws on the British Guy Fawkes Night tradition and includes historical interpretation, traditional fare to sample and a Waterford VFD food truck with meals for purchase.
Admission is $30 for nonmembers, $20 for members, $8 for ages 6–17, and free for children 5 and younger. Food truck purchases cost extra. The historic inn's story begins in 1799, giving the seasonal celebration a connection to the travelers and stagecoaches that once passed through this part of Westmoreland County.
Plan for an outdoor November evening and review the museum's accessibility information before visiting. The grounds include uneven paths and grass, some buildings have steps, and ramps for the inn's first floor require advance arrangements. Contact the museum about your group's needs, then use the event page for tickets, directions and any updates. Arriving early offers families time for the afternoon activities before the bonfire is lit. Check the listing again before leaving, and confirm any visitor arrangements with staff so your group knows what to expect. |
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Kozy Little Kitchen — Breakfast, Lunch & Sweet Treats |
Make your next breakfast or lunch stop a local one at Kozy Little Kitchen in downtown Latrobe. The Ligonier Street eatery serves breakfast sandwiches, six-inch hoagies, salads and baked treats, including homemade doughnuts.
Try a breakfast sandwich on an English muffin or French toast bagel, or browse the lunch menu before heading over. Soup flavors, doughnut selections and daily specials can change—check the kitchen’s website and Facebook updates for what’s cooking.
Visit: 1009 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA 15650 |
New on Westmoreland Buzz: Directory, Hot Spots & Events |
Looking for a plumber, tonight's food truck, or something to do this weekend? It's now all in one place at westmorelandbuzz.com. Browse the local Directory, see which Hot Spots are out and about, and check the Events calendar. Own a business, run a food truck, or organizing an event? Getting listed is free, takes just a name and email to start, and every listing is reviewed by a real person. Directory - Hot Spots - Events Want premium placement? Upgrades start at about $1 a day. Advertise Know someone who should be listed? Forward this to them. It's the best way to help a local business get found. |
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FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS IN WESTMORELAND COUNTY |
Public Tour at The Westmoreland |
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Take a relaxed, docent-led look at the museum’s permanent collection. This free afternoon tour is an easy cultural outing for families and visitors who enjoy discovering art together. |
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Fall Tea at Historic Hanna’s Town |
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Settle in for an autumn gathering with savory bites, sweet treats and freshly brewed tea at Historic Hanna’s Town. Bring a friend or family member and enjoy a slower-paced seasonal outing in the historic farmhouse. |
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FIVE BONUS MENTIONS 1. Teen Trinkets with Mz. Jones — Greensburg 2. “Cutest Calf” Results, Stories & Craft — Rostraver 3. Storytime with Ms. Lynn — Murrysville 4. Tween Tote Bag Stenciling — Greensburg 5. Dungeons & Dragons — Murrysville These five library listings do not state an admission fee. Confirm any materials cost, age requirements and remaining spaces with the host when registering. |
📚 Westmoreland County Public Library EventsThe Westmoreland County Library System has 26 member libraries. Click the link below to the main library finder where you can get their calendars. Be sure to check library calendars for all confirmed events. |
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Recently welcomed in Export: AllSource Help us discover new businesses across Westmoreland County! |
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Westmoreland County’s calendar is filling with bright spots for families, visitors and neighbors. Here are five upcoming ways to celebrate art, local food and community traditions. 1. A taste of the local harvest. 2. Greensburg lights up. 3. Ligonier gathers on the Diamond. 4. Latrobe plans a festive weekend. 5. Murrysville heads outdoors. These gatherings offer reasons to explore neighboring communities. Check organizer links before making plans. |
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⭐ Local Shoutouts 🏆 Local Heroes 🤝 Local Causes 💛 Fundraisers 🤲 Volunteer Opportunities |
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If you apply to adopt, please let the Humane Society know that you saw the listing in The Westmoreland Buzz Newsletter! |
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Uranus! Its rotation axis is tilted by about 98 degrees, giving it its unusual sideways spin. |
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