A recent controversial goose hunt in a Beaver County park possibly violated federal regulations against hunting waterfowl in baited areas, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said. (Yesterday)

Long winter nights have an upside for folks eager to be out of doors. It's a heavenly time to stargaze. (01/11/2009)

On the afternoon of Dec. 26, the thermometer on the back porch read 73 degrees Fahrenheit. Carolina wrens, cardinals and white-throated sparrows sang as if spring had overtaken winter. (01/11/2009)

I remember how excited I was for the first real snowfall of winter when I was a kid. (01/11/2009)

What to do: One of four outdoor rinks in Allegheny County, Schenley Ice Skating Rink is open seven days a week through the winter. (01/11/2009)