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Learn how to make a classic chocolate gob (whoopie pie), a cake-like cookie sandwich that is commonly eaten in homes across Pennsylvania.

Whether you call them gobs or whoopie pies, these sweets are a deeply rooted Pennsylvania tradition. From classic chocolate to inventive flavors like cherry chip and creamsicle, the annual Gob Fest in Johnstown celebrated more than just sugar; it highlighted a shared family legacy and a resilient community spirit that continues to fill the mall with sweet memories The Johnstown Galleria hosted its annual Gob Fest on Jan. 31 where vendors sold thousands of gobs, a western Pennsylvania cake-like sandwich dessert.

HSUS objects to Ohio care board's decision on veal standards.

A former Duquesne Catholic church finds new life as a community arcade, blending historic architecture with pinball, classic games and shared play.

Their abundance, wide distribution and flexible diet make woolly bear caterpillars ideal for a home school science project. Learn how to care for them.

Ohio is expanding its box tree moth quarantine to seven new counties. Learn how to identify this invasive pest, check the new boundaries, and report sightings.

Trees + fields = the future of farming? Yes, we know your grandpa spent years clearing trees out of his fields, but hear us out. The 2026 Pasa Sustainable Agriculture Conference focused on the benefits of implementing the ancient practice of agroforestry and tree hay on the farm.

Raccoons can cause big problems for homeowners. Find out what you can do to stop unintentionally inviting them over.

Learn how to pick an ideal planting site, choose viable seeds and ensure seed germination to successfully grow a walnut tree from seed.

Before snowplows, Ohioans relished the snow. Explore the history of pioneer sleighing with history columnist Paul Locher, from foot warmers to sleigh bells and community caravans.