Wednesday, April 18, 2012
A pin drop could be heard among reporters when Mitt Romney uttered the words “7-Eleven Bakery,” however, a bakery rep said they’re not mad—in fact, they’ve introduced a deal for customers through Friday.
A picnic table brimmed with chips, pretzels, lemonade, lemon water and a tray of cookies from Bethel Bakery was prepared just before Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney sat down with four western Pennsylvania families Tuesday during his short campaign stop in Bethel Park. Today, Bethel Bakery was abuzz following a comment by Romney that had the bakery's fans disappointed (see recent posts by others on Facebook page). Romney sat down with the families, making small talk. The stickered lid was removed from the cookie tray before Romney saw it and he wasn't informed they were from one of the best bakeries in town—he lightheartedly guessed they were from a "7-Eleven Bakery." At that moment, a pin drop could be heard among local …
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Presidential candidate Mitt Romney made a campaign stop in Bethel Park Tuesday afternoon. He addressed citizen concerns and how he'd fix them if he takes office.
Presidential candidate Mitt Romney made a campaign stop in Bethel Park Tuesday afternoon. In a picnic-like setting at the Bethel Park Community Center, he chatted with a handful of Pittsburghers about their current concerns, the state of America and what he plans to do should he unseat President Barack Obama and take office. A teacher, occupational therapist, corporate aircraft mechanic and a former school bus driver were among those who spoke informally with Romney. With it being Tax Day, they all were curious as to what Romney thinks about lowering taxes. “I’d like to reduce the burden on middle-income taxpayers,” Romney said. “I’d like to see anyone making $200,000-$250,000 or less—which is 98 percent of Americans—save their money tax-…
Monday, January 23, 2012
Boy or girl? Only your baker knows!
More and more Pittsburgh-area couples are finding out the sex of their baby in a much sweeter way—with a gender reveal cake. "We've definitely seen a growing trend," said Megan Fialkovick, an Oakmont Bakery employee. "It's kind of just starting to pop up all over the place," said Courtney Seymour, a Potomac Bakery employee. Some couples choose to keep the moment private and intimate or with close family and friends. Others use it as an excuse to throw a party or make the baby shower even more exciting. Here's how a gender reveal cake generally works: The ultrasound technician writes the sex of the baby down on a piece of paper and seals it in an envelope. The mom and dad then take the sealed envelope (if they can stand the suspense) to …
Dave P
9:21 am on Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Wow - what an overwhelming show of support...not. Not like there's another candidate that gets thousands of supporters everywhere he goes in PA - oh wait, there is - Ron Paul. Over 2500 in Pittsburgh and 4000 in Philly. #Winning. more ›