“We are pleased that we were able to reach an agreement with Anthem so we could remain


“We are pleased that we were able to reach an agreement with Anthem so we could remain accessible to all of the Anthem-enrolled patient families who rely on our services and providers. We’re happy our patient families will still be able to access their trusted physicians and have the peace of mind the continuity of care will provide.”

Karen Richter, vice president of Managed Care at Akron Children’s Hospital. Anthem has reached an agreement with Akron Children’s Hospital over reimbursement rates 11 days before area patients could have been left without coverage.

“It’s all about Christ’s birth. It’s joyous, upbeat and celebratory.”

Melanie Smith, a Disciples Christian Church member for more than 20 years. Dressed in their Christmas finery, children at the church will perform a liturgical dance as part of the candlelight Christmas Eve service at 7 p.m. today. Smith said the group of children will dance to “Tonight.”

“This was what we call a speakeasy.”

Sgt. William Baker, Pennsylvania Liquor Control Enforcement officer. Police seized beer, liquor and cash from the Irish Centre of Pittsburgh on Sunday where, police allege, officials were selling alcohol without a license. Taken were more than 53 liters of liquor, 15 gallons of beer and $142. The center’s website says the banquet facility is “the center for Irish culture and education.”