Last weekend’s frigid, snowy weather reminded me of the scene in the 1990 film “Home Alone” where Kate McCallister (Catherine O’Hara) is trapped in Scranton, Penn. on Christmas Eve. Just when she ...

When it comes to polka bands, it’s hard to find a better crew than Kris and the Riverbend Dutchmen. From ballroom shows to Octoberfest celebrations, the band is in demand year-round. Which begs the ...

Tamara Funk and her friend Joan Steele danced together in a circle, hands clasped, stepping in three-quarter time to the tune of an accordion. "Polka is done in three-quarter time, and then you just ...

Patrick Varine Friday, Sept. 30, 2022 6:01 a.m. | Friday, Sept. 30, 2022 6:01 a.m. Joe Grkman Jr. can recall his father playing the accordion as far back as he can remember. “He’d have a friend come ...

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Calling all polka lovers who want to immerse themselves in the music and food of the Polish and Slovenian cultures. Visit Johnstown will present the 1st Summit Bank Johnstown ...

Sep. 30—Joe Grkman Jr. can recall his father playing the accordion as far back as he can remember. "He'd have a friend come over to play guitar along with him," said Grkman, 70, a Westmoreland County ...