Northern Connection Magazine

10/10/2025

⚓ The United States Navy Celebrates 250 Years! 🇺🇸

“Forged by the Sea” this year marks a monumental milestone as the U.S. Navy commemorates 250 years of courage, service, and sacrifice.
From its founding in 1775 during the Revolutionary War to its evolution into one of the world’s most powerful naval forces, the Navy’s journey has been one of resilience, innovation, and honor.

Explore the incredible history—from early battles and the founding of the U.S. Naval Academy, to World War II heroism and modern-day traditions like the Blue Angels. 🌊✨

🎉 Join in the nationwide celebration happening in Philadelphia, October 9–15, honoring two and a half centuries of naval legacy.

Read more about the Navy’s storied past and its bright future in our full article:

👉 Click the link to read the full story

In our June issue, we highlighted that the Army, Marines, and Navy all mark their 250th anniversaries this year, with the Navy's on October 13, 1775.

10/07/2025

This month's cover story features UPMC Matt El-Kadi Spine Center: Comprehensive Spine Care

From diagnosis to surgery and rehab, the UPMC Matt El-Kadi Spine Center in Wexford offers expert, multi-specialty care for back, neck, and spine issues, all in one place. Patients like Marsha Songer went from debilitating pain to full mobility thanks to advanced treatment and a collaborative team.

📞 Same-day appointments available: 724-720-4599

Read the full article here!

The UPMC Matt El-Kadi Spine Center — located at UPMC Specialty Care in Wexford — offers an innovative spine program that brings together experts from multiple specialties to provide comprehensive diagnostic and outpatient care at one convenient location.

10/06/2025

We handle the lights. You enjoy the season.

10/01/2025

The October 2025 Issue of Northern Connection Magazine is here! 🍂

We’re thrilled to announce that the October edition of Northern Connection Magazine is now available in mailboxes, at all of our hundreds of distribution locations, and online!

Enjoy reading the October issue!

10/01/2025

The October 2025 Issue of Northern Connection Magazine is here! 🍂

We’re thrilled to announce that the October edition of Northern Connection Magazine is now available in mailboxes, at all of our hundreds of distribution locations, and online!

Enjoy reading the October issue!

Welcome to the October issue of Northern Connection Magazine. This issue features UPMC Matt El-Kadi Spine Center: Restoring Mobility with a Comprehensive Approach. Also featured in this issue: Women

10/01/2025

09/29/2025

🌟 Business Spotlight: Myoway Centers For Kids 🌟

Helping kids grow right, breathe right, and live better!
MyoWay specializes in myofunctional therapy that supports healthy jaw and airway development—starting as early as birth.

✨ Free consultations available!
📍 Learn more on their website: www.myowaycenters.com

09/27/2025

✨You don’t want to miss this event!✨

💎Breakfast at Trinity!💎 Mark your calendars!!!

09/26/2025

✨ Is it ever too early to decorate for the holidays? ✨

According to Maura L. Johnson, LCSW, PMH-C, holiday décor isn’t just fun it can actually boost happiness, reduce stress, strengthen connections, and even help with Seasonal Affective Disorder. 🎃✨🎄

So whether you start on September 1st or wait until closer to the season, know that leaning into the holiday spirit has real benefits for your mood and well-being.

➡️ Click the link to read the full article

As a long time Maxxinista, I am forever scoping out what’s new at TJ Maxx and Marshalls, never struggling to find things I most definitely don’t need. One of my more recent visits was especially exciting, as they are fully embracing all things Halloween. While some may be eager to hold onto thos...

09/25/2025

🎶✨ Some songs shine bright, take over the charts—and then vanish—leaving us with unforgettable one-hit wonders!

From Pittsburgh’s own Wild Cherry with “Play That Funky Music” 🎸 to timeless hits like “Take on Me,” “Mambo No. 5,” and “Who Let the Dogs Out?”—these tracks instantly transport us back in time.

Every year on September 25, music lovers celebrate National One-Hit Wonder Day. To honor the occasion, test your knowledge with our fun One-Hit Wonders Trivia Quiz in this month’s magazine edition! 🥳🎤

Think you can name the artist behind “Tainted Love,” or the actress who sang “That’s The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia”? 🎵 Put your music memory to the test!

👉 Read the full article and trivia in Northern Connection Magazine

Some songs burn bright and fast—topping the charts, taking over the airwaves, and then disappearing almost as quickly as they arrived. Those fleeting hits, known as one-hit wonders, leave behind melodies that instantly transport us back in time. Every September 25, music lovers celebrate National ...