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he 2012 Discover AlleKiski magazine is a publication that we hope will prove useful throughout the year.

It is packed with thousands of facts and figures about municipal services available to Alle Kiski Valley residents.

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phone, electric, cable television and water services and information on how to get a marriage license, get a dog license or register to vote.

The guide includes telephone numbers and other important information for all 14 of the A-K Valley school districts.There's also information on local attractions and a list-

ing of area hotels.

Corrections: This section contains thousands of facts about Valley communities. Special care has been taken to make sure they are correct. However, if you find incorrect or missing information, call 724-226-4670 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Contents

210 Fourth Avenue Tarentum, PA 15084 724-226-7700

Directory Of Advertisers ........6-7 Alle-Kiski Heritage Musuem......8 Burtner House ...........................10 EDITOR Jeff Domenick jdomenick@tribweb.com

Community Profiles .............12-30 380 Discount Warehouse.........34

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Julie Martin and Meghan Rodgers PUBLICATION DESIGNER

How To’s .............................35-43

Cat Silvasy

School Districts ..................44-48

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VICE PRESIDENT CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Kiski Junction Rail Road...........51

Jennifer Bertetto

SENIOR DIRECTOR OF RETAIL SALES

Casino Theatre .........................52

Penn’s Colony ...........................54 Wagman Observatory..............55 Tour-Ed Mine ...........................56

PRESIDENT & C.E.O.

Ralph J. Martin

Places To Stay ..........................50

Todd Nature Reserve................53

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Renshaw Farms ........................57 Crooked Creek Lake................58 Crooked Creek Horse Park .....60 Places To Worship ...............61-63

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380 Discount Warehouse . . . . . . . . . .32-34 A&S Indoor Pistol Range . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 abc'z Buzz Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Abundant Joyfellowship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 AC-Cel Windows & Siding . . . . . . . . . . .41 ACMH Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Allegheny Valley Chamber of Commerce 43 Allegheny Valley Church of God . . . . . . . .31 Alle-Kiski Postal CU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Altman Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Apple Hill Playhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Apro Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 ARC Manor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Armstrong County Bldg & Loan Assoc .16 Armstrong Eye Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Armstrong Assoc. Federal Credit Union . .37 Armstrong Financial Services Co. . . . . . . .10

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Armstrong County Tourist Bureau . . . . . .63 Arnold Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Babe's Broadway Bridal & Tuxedo . . . . .36 Stanley F. Bloch Agency, Inc. . . . . . . . . . .28 Brackenridge American Legion . . . . . . . .28 Bulldog Garage Builders, LLC . . . . . . . . .41 Burrell Notary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Byers Taxi Service, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Casino Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Central Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Century 21 American Heritage . . . . . . . . . .2 Chelsea Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Chrissy's Cuts, Color & Curls . . . . . . . . .47 Christ the King Parish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Chuck Smith Flooring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Citizens Family Health Clinic . . . . . . . . . .43 Citizen’s Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Classic Tent Rentals & Party Supplies . . .36 Community Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Concordia Lutheran Ministries . . . . . . . . . .61 Coulson’s Floral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Czekalski Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Dennis J. Daugherty Funeral Home, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Dilick's 5th Avenue Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . .36 Dimond Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Murhaf Naddour, M.D., P.C. . . . . . . . . . . .59 Fantastic Sams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 The First Church of God . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Fair Winds Manor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 First United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . .31 FoxHill Mortgage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Freeport Renaissance Group . . . . . . . . . . .17 G Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

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Gardas Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Gentilcore Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Good Housekeeping, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Grandma's Attic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Greek Orthodox Social Hall . . . . . . . . . . .25 Habitat for Humanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Henry's TV & Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Lenape Heights Golf Resort . . . . . . . . . . .55 Hoffstots Cafe Monaco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Hungry Hollow Hounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Jack's Sales & Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Jeannette L. Gamble Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 John F. Graff Insurance Agency . . . . . . . .43 Kiski Junction Railroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Kiski Valley / AG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Kittanning Country Club . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Kittanning Kwik Lube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 LenapeTech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 45 London Styling Shoppe & Day Spa . . . . .27 Post 92 VFW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Maronda Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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MVS Security Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy . . . . . . .59 Monticello Mortgage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Morninglory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Northwood Realty Services Kittanning . .57 Northwood Realty Services Sarver . . . . . .57 Oakmont Floral & Design . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Penn State New Kensington . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Planet Goodness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Prudential Preferred Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Rametta Audiology & Hearing Aid Center . . . . . . . . .28, 29, 59 Real Estate Solutions at Bechman Place .27 Reesman Body Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Remax Select Realty / Brandy Fabry . . . .23 River Hall Saltsburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Sandra Lynn’s School of Dance . . . . . . . . .57 Seita Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Shelton Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Snyder-Crissman Funeral Home Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Sportman’s Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Springdale Veterans Association . . . . . . . .27 St. Andrews Anglican Church . . . . . . . . . .31 St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church .31 St. Joseph's High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 St. Peter & Paul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Stanford Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Steiner Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Strassburger, McKenna, Gutnick & Gefsky . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Strongland Chamber of Commerce . . . . . .7 Taylors Auto Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 The Canvas Art & Gift Shoppe . . . . . . . .17 The Cottage Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 The Hole in the Wall Gallery . . . . . . . . . .47 Thomas Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Tom Elliot State Farm Insurance . . . . . . . .16 Top This! on Brilliant Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Tri-County Test Preparation . . . . . . . . . . .45 Walker Auto Parts & Service . . . . . . . . . .49 West Haven Manor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Westmoreland Casemanagements and Supports, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Zambotti Collision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

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isitors to Tarentum can take a step back in time at the Allegheny-Kiski Heritage Museum. Run by the Allegheny-Kiski Valley Historical Society, the museum aims to meet the group's goal of keeping local history alive. Even the museum building is a part of history.

Considered by the Historical Society to be one of its "best artifacts", a former American Legion Building which was built for veterans of World War I, the building boasts a unique interior, particularly its large ballroom.

Historical Society president is ng r writi teaching aid fo hibit at the Dolly Mistrik describes the A late 1800's ex " ies or em chool M age part of the "S Society Herit sight as "breathtaking". ey Historical .

Alle-KiskiVall um nt re Ta The museum's museum in main floor includes military items and pieces related to the history of local industries like glass, steel, coal and aluminum.

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Dolly Mistrik looks over so me of the antiq ment portion ue farm items of the Alle-Ki housed in the ski Heritage m baseuseum in Tare ntum.

The third floor houses an office area and research library. A lower floor offers a peek into the early 1900s, complete with a kitchen, a farm and a parlor display. Among other features of this exhibit are a barber shop, a dentist office and equipment used by firefighters more than 100 years ago.

This section particularly resonates with Mistrik. She believes it will connect with all who visit the museum, especially those who, like herself, loved to listen to parents and grandparents tell stories about the past.

"When I first came to the museum, I could see all the stories come to life," she said. "So whether you are a history buff or not, visiting the museum is a great experience."

The Allegheny-Kiski Heritage Museum is located at 224 East Seventh Avenue, Tarentum. For more information, visit

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Burtner House

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early two hundred years after construction on the Burtner House began, visitors can tour the historic Harrison Township home for the chance to see what life was like way back when.

Dressed in her "Grandma Burtner" costume, complete with a dust cap and apron, Pauline Arnold, president of the Burtner House Association, shows guests around. She notes items like a butter churn and the kitchen cupboard built by Phillip Burtner, one of the original homesteaders, pointing out the differences between life now and then. se Grinding corn, churning butou H The Burtnerr Road and the ne rt Bu . ter, weaving and baking on on d ris te ar loca essway in H Route 28 Expr bread were just a few of the activities that not only kept the original inhabitants of the Burtner House busy, but provided them with food and clothing.

"We need to know what our heritage is and appreciate how people in the past lived," Arnold said.

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Patrons tour

the Burtner H

ouse at the St

rawberry Fest ival.

The house itself almost became history more than 40 years ago. It was slated for demolition to make way for the Route 28 expressway.

Supporters rallied and their efforts prevailed just in the nick of time. In April of 1970, only hours before demolition was set to begin in, a special messenger arrived at the house delivering a reprieve from the governor. The house was saved.

The stone farmhouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It has housed four generations of the Burtner family and also served as a polling place. It now is the home of two annual celebrations -- in June, a strawberry festival and in October, a harvest festival.

Burtner House is located on Burtner Road off Route 28 (Ext15), Natrona Heights. For more information, call 724-224-7999.

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Allegheny Twp Founded: 1820 Municipal office address: 136 Community Building Road Leechburg, PA 15656 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-842-4641 Website: www.alleghenytownship.net Population: (2010) 8,164 Officials: Supervisors: Chairwoman — Kathryn Starr, Vice Chair — Joseph Ferguson, Ren Steele Meetings: Board of Supervisors meeting, 7p.m. second Monday of each month; Planning Commission meeting, 7p.m.

Tuesday following second Monday of the month; Zoning Hearing Board, meets as requested; Municipal Authority, 7p.m. first Monday of the month School district: Kiski Area School District, 724-845-2022 Trash collection: Adamiak Sanitation, 724-265-4287 Copney Disposal, 724-727-7760 Shank Sanitation, 724-335-8320 Waste Management, 1-800-458-4090

B & D Hauling, 724-697-4999 Vogel Disposal, 724-625-1511 Burrell Sanitation, 724-335-7389

Taxes

Tax collector: Real estate, per capita, local services — R. Christine Fuller, 724-845-3261 Tax collection agency: Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 16.50 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Valley Points YMCA, Northmoreland Park, Finnin Park, Wynn and Clara Tredway River Park

Wynn & Clara Tredway River Park

Tax collection agency: Earned income, per capita, occupational, delinquent occupational and per capita — Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 10.9 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent

Apollo Founded: 1816 Municipal office address: 616 First Street, Apollo, PA 15613 mailing address: P.O. Box 306, Apollo, PA 15613 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-478-4201 Website: www.apollopa.org Population: (2010) 1,650 Officials: Mayor — Rich Dixon Council: President — David K. Heffernan, Sr., Karen Kenzevich, Darhl Goldinger, Amy Poydence, Patrick Zelonka Meetings: Council meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month, unless it is a holiday or the last Thursday is the last day of the month, then, preceding Thursday School district: Apollo-Ridge School District, 724-478-6000 Trash collection: Copney Disposal Systems, 724-727-7760

Taxes

Tax collector: Real estate, library tax — William Whitlinger, 724-478-2621

Recreational facilities: Owens Grove Park, which offers a kitchen-equipped building and pavilions for rent as well as playground and picnic tables throughout the park

Applewold Founded: 1899 Borough office address: 8 Hickory Street, Kittanning, PA 16201 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday Phone: 724-543-1224 Email: applewoldboro@windstream.net Population: (2010) 310 Officials: Mayor — Gretchen Dosch Council: President — Mark Feeney, Vice President — Tim Lasitis, Jim Feeney, Faith Shaw, Mark Campbell Meetings: Council: 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month School District: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 or 724-763-5269 Trash collection: Waste Management Inc., 1-800-453-7625

Taxes

Tax collector: Phyllis Gallagher, 724-548-5536 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 3.489 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Lower playground along Hickory Street includes baseball and soccer fields, basketball and volleyball courts; walking/jogging path to Hickory Street playground; triangle playground at Franklin and Ridge avenues has playground equipment for small children

Arnold Founded: 1896 City hall address: 1829 Fifth Avenue, Arnold, PA 15068 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-337-4441 Population: (2010) 5,157 Website: www.arnoldpa.org

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Officials: Mayor - Larry Milito; James Duncan, Anthony Sgalio, Ron Hopkins Jr., David Horvat.

Meetings: City council meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month.

School district: New Kensington-Arnold School District, 724-335-4401 Trash collection: City of Arnold, 724-335-1116

Taxes

Tax collector: City, school, county and per capita — Joseph Puet, city treasurer, 724-335-3531 ; delinquent tax collector — Collection Sevice Center Recreational facilities: Roosevelt Park, Firemen’s Riverview Park

Roosevelt Park

Avonmore Founded: 1893 Municipal office address: 619 Allegheny Aveune Avonmore, PA 15618 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m weekdays Phone: 724-697-4415 Population: (2010) 1,011 Officials: Mayor — Aileen Marie Reid Council: President — Donna Jean Ventresco, Vice President — James Gould, Cheryl Smith, Brian H. Palmiscno, Arnold Foley Meetings: Council meets at 7:00 p.m. the first Monday of each month; zoning board, as needed School district: Kiski Area School District, 724-845-2022 Trash collection: Contact borough office, 724-697-4415

Taxes

Tax collector: Dave Franzi, 724-697-4415 Tax collection agency: Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 18.56 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Tennis and basketball courts, ball fields and playground; gym and library in the borough building

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Founded: 1892 Municipal office address: 217 Commercial Avenue, Aspinwall, PA 15215 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 412-781-0213 Website: www.aspinwallpa.com Population: (2010) 2,801 Officials: Mayor — Ben Killian Council: President — Mark Ellermeyer, Jim Donahoe, Joe Gass, Joe Noro, Joe Giuffre, Kevin Gordon Meetings: Council: 7p.m. the second Wednesday of each month; Planning Commission 7p.m. the fourth Wednesday of the month; zoning hearing board meets as needed School district: Fox Chapel Area School District, 412-963-9600 Trash collection: Waste Management, 1- 800-458-4090

Taxes

Tax collector: G.C. Veltri, 412-781-0213 Tax collection agency: Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300 Municipal property tax: 6.25 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Baseball field, street hockey and basketball courts; Firemen’s Park picnic pavilion, playground

Founded: 1853 Municipal office address: 2324 Pennsylvania 380, Salina, PA 15680; mailing address: Box D, Salina, PA 15680 Office hours: 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-697-4121 Population: (2010) 2,375 Officials: Supervisors: John F. K. Bowman, Jeff Duffner, Terry Bollinger Meetings: Supervisors meet 7:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month School district: Kiski Area School District, 724-845-2022 Trash collection: Copney Disposal, 724-727-7760 Gordish, 724-468-4098 Vertus Jones, 724-468-5968 Waste Management, 1-800-451-3060

Taxes

Tax collector: Tammy Keller, real estate, 724-697-4121 Tax collection agency: Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 3.5 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: None

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Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Blawnox Community Park

Founded: 1878 Municipal office address: 3218 Ridge Road Ford City, PA 16226 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m Phone: 724-763-1882 Email: betheltwp16226@comcast.net Population: (2010) 1,183 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — James Riederer, Vice Chairman — Edward Spiering, Steven Dixon Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month in the township maintenance building/office School district: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 or 724-763-5269 Trash collection: Township does not contract for service. Individual property owners must

Taxes

Tax collector: Deborah Bettis, 724-7639129 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 6.5 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $10 Per capita tax: $10 Recreational facilities: Crooked Creek

Founded: 1925 Municipal office address: 376 Freeport Road Blawnox, PA 15238 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 412-828-4141 Population: (2010) 1,432 Officials: Mayor — Thomas M. Smith Council: President — Deborah E. Laskey, Vice President — Randall Stoddard, Scott Krause, Dennis Chuvala, Kathryn Coban, Beverly Farina, Anthony W. Gross Meetings: 6: 30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month School district: Fox Chapel Area School District, 412-963-9600 Trash collection: Vogel Disposal, 724-625-1511

Taxes

Tax collector: Kathleen Ulanowicz, real estate tax, 412-828-8439 Tax collection agency: Earned income tax and local service tax — Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300 Municipal property tax: 9.74 mills Discover Alle-Kiski

Founded: 1901 Municipal office address: 1000 Brackenridge Avenue Brackenridge, PA 15014 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-224-0800 Population: (2010) 3,260 Officials: Mayor — Thomas Kish Council: President — Charlene Stobert, Vice President — Robert Kemmery, William Beale, Mary Lou Poli, Timothy Kolar, Timothy Connelly Meetings: Council meetings are held 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month; recreation board, 7 p.m., every second Tuesday School district: Highlands School District, 724-226-2400 Trash collection: Richard Adamik, 724-265-4287 Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

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Taxes

Tax collector: Carla Garia, 724-353-1795 Tax collection agency: Berkheimer Tax Administrator, 610-588-0965 Municipal property tax: 3.38 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Butler-Freeport Community Trail, part of the Rails-toTrails system

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Founded: 1854

Tax collector: Helen Davidson, 724-226-0645 Municipal property tax: 5.77 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Brackenridge

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Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month in February, March, April, May, September, October; meets only the second Wednesday in June through August and November and December; January meetings are the first Monday and fourth Wednesday of the month School district: Freeport Area School District, 724-295-5141 Trash collection: Individual contracting.

Richard Adamik, 724-265-4287 Waste Management, 1-800-458-4090 Morrow Refuse, 724-265-2491 Vogel Disposal Services, 724-625-1511 recycling bins available from township office

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Buffalo Twp Founded: 1803 Municipal office address: 109 Bear Creek Road Sarver, PA 16055 Office hours: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday through Thursday.

7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Friday Phone: 724-295-2648 Website: www.buffalotownship.com Population: (2010) 7,307 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — John Haven, Vice Chairman — Gary L. Risch, Albert Roenigk, Matthew Sweeny, Ron Zampogna

Municipal office address: 110 Cochran’s Mill Road Ford City, PA 16226 Office hours: 8 a.m. to noon Monday, Wednesday and Friday Phone: 724-845-6153, fax: same Email: burtwparm@windstream.net Population: (2010) 689 Officials: Supervisors: Arnold Blystone, Joseph Heckman, Donald Rosenberger Meetings: 7:30 p.m. the second Thursday of the month; Burrell Township Historical Society meets 7 p.m. third Tuesday of each odd month in the basement of Cochrans Mills Methodist Church School district: Armstrong County School District, 724-478-1141 Trash collection: Contracted by each household

Taxes

Tax collector: Carol Lukehart 724-354-2074 Tax collection agency: Wage tax — Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc. 1-800-360-8989 Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 2 mills Local wage tax: 1/2 percent Per capita tax: $10 Recreational facilities: Picnic tables, a gazebo and a covered bridge for use in the lower parking area of the municipal/fire department parking lot TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

Cadogan Twp Founded: 1922 Municial office address: 333 First Avenue, Cadogan, PA 16212 mailing address: PO Box 309, Cadogan 16212 Office hours: Call office for more information Phone: 724-763-8750 Population: (2010) 344 Officials: Chairman - Tom Sedik, Vice Chairman - George Edinger III Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7:00 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month School district: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 Trash collection: Call office for more information

Taxes

Tax collector: Deborah Presko, 724-664-5194 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 4.5 mills (from www.co.armstrong.pa.us) Recreational facilities:Call office for more information. information courtesy of 2012 Armstrong County Municipal Officials Directory and the county's list of millage rates, both found on the website www.co.armstrong.pa.us.

Cheswick Founded: 1902 Municipal office address: 220 S. Atlantic Avenue Cheswick, PA 15024 mailing address: P.O. Box 235, Cheswick, PA 15024 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-274-5125 Website: www.cheswick.us Population: (2010) 1,746 Officials: Mayor — Daniel Carroll Council: President — Jonathan B. Skedel, Vice President — Vickie Roolf, Frank Meledandri Jr., Sherman Kephart, Peter Holka, Brian Harvanek, Neal Hohman Meetings: Council meets 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month; planning commission, 7 p.m. the first and fourth Tuesday of each month or as needed; zoning hearing board, as needed School district: Allegheny Valley School District, 724-274-5300 Trash collection: Allied Waste 724-887-9400 TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

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Tax collector: Carol Hanna, 724-274-491 Municipal property tax: 6.82 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: McLean Street Park, Rachel Carson Park and Agan Park

Rachel Carson Homestead

Clinton Twp

Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-224-3434 Website: www.eastdeertownship.com Population:(2010) 1,500 Officials: Commissioners: Chairman — Anthony Taliani, Vice Chairman — Rick Stoneburner, Edward Kissel, John Nwranski, Joseph Novosat Meetings: Commissioners meet at 7:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month, agenda session at 7:30 p.m. the Thursday before the second Tuesday School district: Deer Lakes School District, 724-265-5300 or 724-226-0477 Trash collection: Morrow Refuse 724-265-2491

Taxes

Tax collector: Real estate — Bernadette Paulovich, 724-274-574 Tax collection agency: wage tax — Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300 Municipal property tax: 6 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: East Deer Memorial Park, Riverfront Park

Founded: 1854 Municipal office address: 711 Saxonburg Boulevard Saxonburg, PA 16056 Office hours: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-352-9000 Website: www.myclintontwp.net Population: (2010) 2,912 Officials: Supervisors: Chairwoman — Mary Zacherl, Vice Chairman — James Halstead, Edward Boyd Meetings: Supervisors meet 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month School district: South Butler County School District, 724-352-1700 Trash collection: Contracted individually

Taxes

Tax collector: Heather Snyder 724-352-3478 Tax collection agency: Earned income tax — Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., Butler office — 724-282-0377 Municipal property tax: 4.13 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Spring Valley Park

East Deer Twp Founded: Mid 1800’s Municipal office address: 927 Freeport Road Creighton, PA 15030

East Franklin Twp Founded: 1868 Municipal office address: 106 Cherry Orchard Avenue Kittanning, PA 16201 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-548-2310 Website: www.eastfranklintownship.com Population: (2010) 4,082 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — Barry Peters, Vice Chairman — Dan Goldinger, Dave Stewart Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the last Thursday of each month School district: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 or 724-763-5269 Trash collection: Waste Management, 800-458-4090 Hagofsky’s Garbage Collection, 724-548-7295

Taxes

Tax collector: Real estate tax — Roger Reitler, 724-543-2866 local service tax — Donna Scholl, 724-548-2310 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 6 mills Local wage tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Belmont Complex, West Hills Community Park

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East Vandergrift Founded: 1901

Recreational facilities: Kiskiminetas River Park

Fawn Twp

Municipal office address: P.O. Box 460-254 Kennedy Ave. East Vandergrift, PA 15629 Office hours: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Phone: 724-567-7213 Website: Population: (2010) 674 Officials:Mayor — Andrew Vida; Council: President — Jim Stanczak, Vice President — Lucy Yakulis, Christopher Zelonka, Katy Tedeski, SusanStanczak,ChristopherDeLuca,Dave Groholski Meetings: Council meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Monday of each month, unless meeting night is on a holiday, then the meeting is moved to Tuesday School district: Kiski Area School District, 724-845-2022 Trash collection: Copney Disposal 724-727-7760

Municipal office address: 3054 Howes Run Road Tarentum, PA 15084 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-226-0666 Website: www.fawntownship.com Population: (2010) 2,376 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — David Montanari, Vice Chairman — Jason Davidek, Garry Christy, Charles Venesky, Clifford Thompson Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month for the agenda meeting and meet 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month for the regular meeting School district: Highlands School District, 724-226-2400 Trash collection: Individually contracted

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Taxes

Tax collector: Andrea Artman, P.O. Box 107, East Vandergrift, PA 15629 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 20 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent

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Founded: 1858

Tax collector: Carole Venesky, 724-226-0666 Tax collection agency: Wage and delinquent real estate — Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300 Municipal property tax: 3.5 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $15

Recreational facilities: The municipal owned park adjacent to the township building along Howes Run Road

Ford City Founded: 1887 Municipal office address: Fourth Avenue and 10th Street Ford City, PA 16226 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-763-3081 Website: www.fordcityborough.com Population: (2010) 2,991 Officials: Mayor — Marc Mantini Council: President — Lou Vergari Vice President — Robert Mohney, Paul Harmon, Gene Banks, Kim Bish, Jerry Miklos Meetings: Regular council meeting 6 p.m. the second Monday of the month with a special meeting 6 p.m. on the fourth Monday, both meetings are held at the public library; the sewage authority meets at 5 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month in the borough office School district: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 or 724-763-5269 Trash collection: Ford City, 724-763-3081

Taxes

Tax collector: For real estate and local

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Ford Cliff Founded: 1925 Municipal office address: 616 Orr Ave., Ford Cliff, PA 16228 Office hours: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays Phone: phone: 724-763-1381 Email: fordcliff616@comcast.net Population: (2010) 381 Officials: Mayor — Lori Kijowski Council: President — Paul Kijowski Vice President — Jason Gaiser, Cathy Notto, Joe Goodman, Jr., Stew Kromer Meetings: Council meets the first Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.

School district: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 or 724-763-5269 Trash collection: Residents choose be-

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Tax collector: Real estate tax, Alice Roudebush, 724-763-7938 Tax collection agency: Wage and per capita tax, Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 8.75 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local per capita tax: $10 Recreational facilities: Playground next to the borough building

Beechwood Farms

401 Fox Chapel Road Pittsburgh, PA 15238 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 412-963-1100 Website: www.fox-chapel.pa.us Population: (2010) 5,388 Officials: Mayor — Walter A. Scott, III Council: President — Andrew C. Bennet, Vice President — Jay S. Troutman, Treasurer — Joy A. Hardt, Harrison S. Lauer, Ann R. Meyer, Kathleen Toole, James M. Royston, Tom Karet Meetings: Council meets at 7:30 p.m. the third Monday of each month; environmental advisory council, 7:30 p.m. the second Monday; planning commission, 7:00 p.m. on the third Monday of each month School district: Fox Chapel Area School District, 412-963-9600 Trash collection: Private collection paid through borough

Taxes

Fox Chapel Founded: 1934 Municipal office address:

Tax collector: For borough, school and wage taxes; Jordan Tax Service, 412-345-7962 real estate taxes, 412-345-7964 Municipal property tax: 2.4 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Beechwood Farms, McCahill Park, Riding Meadow Park, Salamander Park, Scott Park, Trillium Trail

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Frazer Twp Founded: 1920 Municipal office address: 592 Pittsburgh Mills Circle Tarentum, PA 15084 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-274-4202 Website: www.frazertownship.net Population: (2010) 1,157 Officials: Supervisors: Chairwoman — Lori Ziencik, Vice Chairman — William Creevey, Matthew Beacom Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of each monthj School district: Deer Lakes School District, 724-265-5300 or 724-226-0477 Trash collection: Residents contract with haulers. Adamik Refuse and Morrow Refuse serve the area

after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 1.3 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Riverside Park, Second Street Playground, James E. Swartz Sr. Memorial Field, Freeport Community Park, Freeport-Butler Trail

Gilpin Twp Founded: 1748

Tax collector: Real estate — Debra Bajack, 724-224-8971 Tax collection agency: Business privilege and local service tax, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-6829; delinquent real estate, Jordan Tax Service, 412-881-6990; earned income tax, Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300 Municipal property tax: 1.55 mills Local wage tax: $5

Municipal office address: 589 Route 66, Leechburg, PA 15656 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Monday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, closed Thursday and Friday Phone: 724-845-0981 Population: (2010) 2,496 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — Michael Steimer, Vice Chairman — Janine Remaley, Robin Varrato, Ryan Sprankle, Richard Sproull Meetings: Supervisors meet the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Zoning Hearing Board meets as needed. Planning Commission meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the municipal building School district: Leechburg Area School District, 724-842-9681 Trash collection: Contracted by residents

Recreational facilities: Deer Lakes Park, Wagman Observatory

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Freeport Founded: 1796 Municipal office address: 414 Market Street, Freeport, PA 16229 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-295-2251 Email: freeportboro@salsgiver.com Population:(2010) 1,813 Officials: Mayor — James E. Swartz, Jr. Council: President — Donald Rehner, Vice President — John Mazurowski, Tom Swisher, Joan Huth, Joe Molloy, Tim Adams, Doug Henry Meetings: Committee meeting at 7 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month; council, 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month School district: Freeport Area School District, 724-295-5141 Trash collection: Morrow Refuse, 724-265-2491, contracted and billed by borough

Taxes

Tax collector: Lynn Chiado, 724-295-117 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292;

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Tax collector: Sonya Mazak 724-845-6034 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 6.25 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Gilpin-Leechburg Park

Wagman Observatory

Harmar Twp Founded: 1875 Municipal office address: 701 Freeport Road, Cheswick, PA 15024 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-274-4550 Website: www.townshipofharmar.net Population: (2010) 2,921 Officials: Supervisors:

Chairman — Michael Hillery Vice Chairwoman — Linda Slomer, Kimberly Toney, Jerry Chalmers, Bob Exler Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of each month; the Municipal Authority of Harmar Township meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month; planning commission meets 7 p.m. the second Wednesday School district: Allegheny Valley School District, 724-274-5300 Trash collection: Morrow Refuse, 724-265-2491

Taxes

Tax collector: Patricia A. Janoski 412-826-1556 Tax collection agency: Delinquent school taxes — Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300; delinquent township taxes — Jordan Tax Service, Inc. 724-731-2300 or 412-835-5243 Municipal property tax: 5 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Harmar Soccer Field, Acmetonia playground, Highbury Park and Terrace Drive playgrounds

Harrison Twp Founded: 1900 Municipal office address: Municipal Drive Natrona Heights, PA 15065 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-226-1393 Website: www.harrisontwp.com Population: (2010) 10,461 Officials: Commissioners: Chairman — George Conroy, William Poston, Gary J. Lilly, Verne Bergstrom, William E. Mitchell, Sr. Meetings: Agenda meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday preceding regular meeting; regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month; planning commission meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.; zoning hearing board meets as needed; recreation board meets as needed School district: Highlands School District, 724-226-2400 Trash collection: Morrow Refuse, 724-265-2491

Taxes

Tax collector: Michael D. McKechnie 724-224-6055 Tax collection agency: Delinquent real estate — Keystone Municipal Collections, 724-978-0300 Municipal property tax: 5.25 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local services tax: $52 Recreational facilities: ALSCO Park, Harrison Hills Park, Natrona ball field and playground TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

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724-978-0800 Municipal property tax: 3 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent

Hyde Park Founded: 1898 Municipal office address: 715 Main Street Hyde Park, PA 15641 Office hours: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Monday through Thursday Phone: 724-845-4931 Website: hpboro.comcastbiz.net Population:(2010) 500 Officials: Mayor — John Zanotti, Jr. Council: President — Teresa Cader, Vice President — Jayme Zanotti, Marc Corna, Jason Gagen, Walter Croyle, William Berry, Mary Ann Fondrk Meetings: 6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month School district: Kiski Area School District, 724-845-2022 Trash collection: Waste Management, 1-800-458-4090

Taxes

Tax collector: James Hilty Tax collection agency: Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 17 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Hyde Park Scott Grove Memorial Park

Indiana Twp Founded: 1805 Municipal office address: 3710 Saxonburg Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15238 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 412-767-5333 Website: www.indianatownship.com Population: (2010) 7,253 Officials: Mayor — Daniel Taylor Deputy Mayor — Darrin Krally Supervisors: George Dull, Jeff Peck, Paul Jorgensen Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month; planning commission, 7 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month; zoning hearing board meets as needed, historical commission meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month at the town hall, park and recreation board meets the first Thursday at 7 p.m. at the town hall School district: Fox Chapel Area School District, 412-963-9600 Trash collection: Waste Management 1-800-458-4090

Taxes

Tax collector: Phyllis Will, 412-486-5559 Tax collection agency: Wage tax — Keystone Collections Group,

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Recreational facilities: Indianola Community Parklet, Rural Ridge Community Parklet, Emmerling Community Park, Middle Road Community Park, Dorseyville Community Parklet, municipal ball/soccer field next to township building

Jefferson Twp Founded: 1854 Municipal office address: 157 Great Belt Road, Butler, PA 16002 Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Friday Website: jeffersonbutler.com Phone: 724-352-2324 Population: (2010) 5,504 Officials: Supervisors: Chairwoman, Lois J. Rankin, Vice-Chair, Rodger Davis, Russ Kiley Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month; planning commission meets at 7:00 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month except in November and December; recreation committee meets 8 p.m., first Wednesday of the month February through October School district: South Butler County School District, 724-352-1700 Trash collection: Vogel Disposal Service, 724-625-1511 Waste Management, 1-800-451-3060, and Morrow Refuse, 724-265-2491

Taxes

Tax collector: Property and per capita tax — Ashley Foertsch, 724-996-2240 Tax collection agency: Berkheimer Tax Administrators, 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 1 mill Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Laura J. Doerr Park

Kiskiminetas Twp Founded: 1832 Municipal office address: 1222A Old State Road, Apollo, PA 15613 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-478-2737 Population: (2010) 4,800 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — Jack E. Wilmot, Jr., Vice Chairman — Scott McMaster, Jeffrey Snyder, Richard Frain, Michael Bash Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month; zoning

board meets as needed School district: Apollo-Ridge School District, 724-478-6000 Trash collection: Individually contracted

Taxes

Tax collector: Andrew Evans 724-478-5382 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 3 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Roaring Run Watershed

Kittanning Founded: 1803 Municipal office address: 300 South McKean Street Kittanning, PA 16201 mailing address: PO Box 973 Kittanning, PA 16201 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-543-2091 Email: info@kittanning-borough.com Population: (2010) 4,044 Officials: Mayor — Kirk Atwood Council: President — Chris Schiano, Vice President — Andew Peters, Michael Rosenberger, Betsy Wilt, Joie Pryde, Kimberly Fox, Angelo Turco, Richard Reedy Meetings: Council meets at 7 p.m. the 1st Monday of the month, zoning hearing board and planning commission meet as needed; Kittanning Borough Municipal Authority meets at 7 p.m. the 2nd Monday of each month School district: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 or 724-763-5269 Trash collection: Kittanning Borough, 724-543-2091

Taxes

Tax collector: Erin Lasher, 724-545-1343 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 24.5 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Riverfront Park, John Whelan Memorial Playground, Community Park

Leechburg Founded: 1850 Municipal office address: 260 Market Street, Leechburg, PA 15656 Office hours: 9 a.m to 4 p.m TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

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weekdays Phone: 724-842-8511 Email: leechboro@windstream.net Population: (2010) 2,156 Officials: Mayor — Anthony C. Roppolo Council: President Anthony J. Defilippi, Vice President — Robert T. Foster, Nancy Bono, Shawn Lerch, James Spiering, G. Paul Simon, Dan Logero Meetings: Council meets at 6 p.m. the first Monday of each month for agenda and at 7 p.m. for the regular meeting; planning commission meets at 6:30 p.m. the last Wednesday of each month except December; zoning hearing board meets as necessary; shade tree comission meets at 7:30 p.m. the last Thursday of odd numbered months except for November School district: Leechburg Area School District, 724-842-9681 Trash collection: Shank Sanitation of Lower Burrell, 724-226-8320

724-334-1406 Trash collection: Burrell Sanitation, 724-335-7389 Waste Management, 1-800-458-4090 Randy Shank Sanitation, 724-226-8320

Taxes

Tax collector:: Treasurer Brian Eshbaugh Delinquent tax collection agency: Collection Service Center, Inc., 724-334-8844 Municipal property tax: 20.75 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Burrell Lake Park, Wolf Pack Park, Veterans Central Park, Kinloch Fireman’s Park, and Braeburn Park

Manor Twp Founded: 1849

Taxes

Tax collector: Real estate tax — Sheran Kupas, 724-845-7505 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 15.3214 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Per capita tax: $10 through end of 2012 Occupation tax: $10 Recreational facilities: Veteran’s Memorial Field, Logan Avenue playground, Campbell Avenue and First Street playground, Kiski Avenue playground, Leechburg Riverfront Park, Gilpin-Leechburg Park

Lower Burrell Founded: 1959 Municipal office address: 2800 Bethel Street Lower Burrell, PA 15608 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-335-9875 Website: www.cityoflowerburrell.com Population: (2010) 11,761 Officials: Mayor — Donald L. Kinosz Council: David Regoli, Frank Trozzi, Jr., Joseph Grillo, Richard Callender Meetings: Council agenda meeting is held 7 p.m. Tuesday before the second Monday of each month; regular meeting is held 7 p.m. the second Monday; zoning hearing board, 7 p.m. third Monday; planning commission, 7 p.m. third Wednesday; municipal authority, third Tuesday 6:30 p.m.; parks commission, fourth Monday 7 p.m.; recycling committee, 7 p.m. second Wednesday, quarterly — March, June, September and December School district: Burrell School District,

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Municipal office address: 306 Byron Street McGrann, PA 16236 mailing address: P.O. Box 144 McGrann, PA 16236 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-763-9215 Website: www.manortownshippa.com Population: (2010) 4,227 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — James McGinnis, Vice Chairman — Paul Rearick, Patrick Fabian Meetings: Supervisors meet the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m., Joint Municipal Authority meets the third Wednesday at 7:30 p.m at the authority building School district: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 or 724-763-5269 Trash collection: Independent haulers

Taxes

Tax collector: Valerie K. Huston, 201 Huston Road, Ford City, 724-763-3008 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 6 mills Local wage tax: $35 Recreational facilities: Lenape Golf Course, Crooked Creek Horse Park

Manorville Founded: 1866 Municipal office address: 600 Center Lane, Manorville, PA 16238; mailing address: P.O. Box 211 Manorville, PA 16238 Office hours: Monday and Wednesday

from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Phone: 724-763-8183 Population: (2010) 410 Officials: Mayor — Todd Gladysiewski Council: President — John Meyer, Vice President — Nancy Busch, Dan Cornman, David Chromiak, Gary Meyer, Larry Bandura, Roy Carney Meetings: First Monday of every month at 7 p.m, unless the date lands on a holiday School district: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 or 724-763-5269 Trash collection: Manor Refuse, Waste Management, Hagofsky’s Garbage Collection

Taxes

Tax collector: Kim Hufhand, 724-763-9616 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 3 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: None

Murrysville Founded: 1820 Municipal office address: 4100 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA 15668 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-327-2100 Website: www.murrysville.com Population: (2010) 20,079 Officials: Mayor — Robert J. Brooks Council: President — Joan C. Kearns, Vice President — Regis Synan, Jeffrey Kepler, Joshua R. Lorenz, David R. Perry, Ron Summerhill, William Vance Meetings: Visit website at www.murrysville.com to view monthly calendar of meetings for all council, board and authority meetings School district: Franklin Regional School District, 724-327-5456 Trash collection: Allied Waste, 1-877-788-9400

Taxes

Tax collection agencies: Real estate tax, property tax, interactive property tax map, real estate transfer tax, special purpose tax, Act 511- local services tax, Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300 earned income tax, per capita tax, school code per capita, occupation privilege tax, tax appeal process, earned income tax ordinance, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 12.05 mills Recreational facilities: There are nine parks and playgrounds throughout the community TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

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New Kensington Founded: 1891 Municipal office address: 301 11th Street New Kensington, PA 15068 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-337-4523 Website: www.newkensingtononline.com Population:(2010) 13,116 Officials: Mayor — Thomas D. Guzzo Council: Douglas Aftanas, Timothy DiMaio, Todd Mentecki, John Regoli, Jr., city controller John Zavadak Meetings: Council, 7:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month; water authority, 7 p.m. the first Thursday; sanitary authority, 7:30 p.m., third Monday; redevelopment authority, first Monday, 7 p.m.; board of health, first Tuesday (as needed), 7 p.m.; planning commission, 7 p.m. second Tuesday, zoning hearing board, 7:30 p.m., as advertised; civil service commission, first Monday, 7:30 p.m (as needed).

School district: New Kensington-Arnold School District, 724-335-4401 Trash collection: Waste Management of Laurel Valley, 1-800-332-6700

Taxes

Tax collector: Treasurer, Michael McNabb, 724-335-5111 Tax collection agency: Mercantile tax — Collection Service Center, Inc., 724-334-8844 DiCello collects everything else Municipal property tax: 27.03 Recreational facilities: Memorial Park, Fairmont Park, City Hall playground, New Kensington YMCA

North Apollo Founded: 1930 Municipal office address: 1421 Leonard Avenue North Apollo, PA 15673 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-478-4802 Email: nabsec@northapollo.comcastbiz.net Population: (2010) 1,297 Officials: Mayor — Edward Artman Council: President — Eugene Burns, Vice President — Edward Hall, William Campbell, Edwin Barclay, Thomas Newton Meetings: Council meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month, except holidays School district: Apollo-Ridge School

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District, 724-478-1141 Trash collection: Copney Disposal, 724-727-7760

Taxes

Tax collector: Debra Artman, 724-478-3216 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 11.59 mills Local wage tax: Garbage and sewer recovery fees, Borough Secretary Ed Stitt, 724-478-4802 occupational privilige and wage tax, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-6829 Recreational facilities: Helen Clark Playground, Ron Kerr Memorial Park

New Kensington Memorial Park

Oklahoma Founded: 1931 Municipal office address: 170 Thorn Street, Apollo, PA 15613 Office hours: 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday; noon to 3 p.m.,Wednesday and 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday Phone: 724-567-5727 Email: oklaboro@verizon.net Population: (2010) 809 Officials: Mayor — Mark Proviano Council: President — Ronald T. Norton, Vice President — Larry LIzik, Lisa Cali, Christine Emerick, Patricia Diven Meetings: Council meets 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month; zoning hearing board and planning commission meet as required School district: Kiski Area School District, 724-845-2022 Trash collection: Shank Sanitation, Inc., 724-226-8320

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North Buffalo Twp Founded: 1847 Municipal office address: 149 McHaddon Road Kittanning, PA 16201 Office hours: 8 a.m. to noon weekdays; office hours subject to change during the summer Phone: 724-543-503 Email: nbtwp@windstream.net Population: (2010) 3,011 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — Richard J. Adams, Gary A. Klingensmith, Paul K. Kirkwood Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month, planning Commission meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month on a quarterly basis starting in January School district: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 or 724-763-5269 Trash collection: Contracted by each customer

Taxes

Tax collector: Lisa Bauer, 724-545-2369 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 3.155 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Realty transfer tax: 1/2 percent Recreational facilities: Ford City Ball Field

Tax collector: Joyce Spillers, 724-567-5727 Tax collection agency: Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 10.2 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Oklahoma Park

Oakmont Founded: 1889 Municipal office address: 767 Fifth Street Oakmont, PA 15139-1524 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 412-828-3232 Website: www.oakmontborough.com Population: (2010) 6,303 Officials: Mayor — Robert J. Fescemyer Council: President — Timothy N. Milberger, Vice President — Nancy L. Ride, Timothy J. Favo, Elena Colianni, Laurie Saxon, Ronald E. Scott, Kitty Vagley Meetings: Council work session, 7 p.m. first Monday of each month; regular meeting, 7 p.m. second Monday; municipal authority, 7 p.m third Monday; planning commission, 7 p.m. second Wednesday; recreation board, 7 p.m third Thursday School district: Riverview School District, 412-828-6010 Trash collection: Allied Waste, Inc, 1-877-788-9400

Service Company, 412-828-8690 Municipal property tax: 4.5 mills Recreational facilities: Riverside Park, Dark Hollow Woods, Arboretum Trail, bocce courts, Falling Spring Run

O'Hara Twp Founded: 1875 Municipal office address: 325 Fox Chapel Road Pittsburgh, PA 15238 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 412-782-1400 Population: (2010) 8,407 Officials: Council: President — Robert Smith, Vice President — Brian R. Kozera, Sr., Charles A. Vogel, Mark Rothert, John Denny, Jr., Alan Templin, Bart Bodkin Meetings: Council meets at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month for a workshop and on the second Tuesday of each month for a regular meeting; planning commission meets at 7:30 p.m. on the third Monday; zoning hearing board meets at 7 p.m. on the first Monday; parks and recreation meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday; civil service commission meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday School district: Fox Chapel Area School District, 412-963-9600 Trash collection: Waste Management, 800-458-4090

Taxes

Tax collection agency: Real estate taxes — Jordan Tax Service, Inc. — 724-731-2300 or 412-835-5243

earned income tax — Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300 Municipal property tax: 2.2 mills Earned income tax: 1.3 percent (.8 percent — township, .5% — school) Recreational facilities: Slim Jim Parklet, Raymond A. Schafer, Jr., Memorial Park, Woodland Park, Beulah Frey Park, Meadow Park, Squaw Valley Park, Boyd Community Center, George J. Sacco Park, Ruth S. Weir Park

Parks Twp

724-845-1024 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 or 610-599-3138 Municipal property tax: 7 mills Local service tax: $52 Earned income tax:1/2 percent Recreational facilities: North Vandergrift Park, Kiskimere Park, Kepple Hill Park

Plum

Founded: 1858 Municipal office address: 26 Jackson Street North Vandergrift, PA 15690 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-567-7764 Population: (2010) 2,744 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — Franklin L. “Bud” Shannon, Vice Chairman — Paul Duriancik, Robert J. Monheim Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the third Monday of each month; parks committee, noon the first Monday; planning commission, 7 p.m. the second Monday School district: Kiski Area School District, 724-845-2022 Trash collection: Waste Management, 800-677-4884 Copney Disposal Systems, 724-727-7760

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Tax collector: For real estate and local service tax — Amy Perroz,

Founded: 1788 Municipal office address: 4575 New Texas Road Pittsburgh, PA 15239 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday Phone: 412-795-6800 Website: www.plumboro.com Population: (2010) 27,126 Officials: Mayor — Richard Hrivnak Council: President — Michael Doyle, Vice President — Keith Nowalk, Michael Dell, Leonard Szarmach, Steve Taylor, John Anderson, Donald Knopfel Meetings: Council work session, first Monday of each month at 7 p.m.; regular meeting, second Monday at 7 p.m.; planning commission, third Monday at 6:30 p.m.; zoning hearing board, third Tuesday at 7 p.m.

School district: Plum School District, 412-795-0100 Trash collection: Allied Waste, 1-877-788-9400

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Tax collector: Real estate — Harry Schlegel, 412-795-4600, earned income tax — Jean Pedrosky, 412-793-9900 Municipal property tax: 4.3 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent.

Local Service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Boyce Park, Larry Mills Park, Renton Playground, Logans Ferry Playground; ball fields along New Texas Road

Saxonburg

Taxes

Founded: 1832 Municipal office address: 420 W. Main Street Saxonburg, PA 16056 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-352-1400 Website: www.saxonburgpa.com Population: (2010) 1,525 Officials: Mayor — Jody Pflueger Council: President — William R. Gillespie Jr., Vice President — Patricia J. Rinebolt, Richard Foust, Carol Neubert, David Felsing, Pamela Bauman, Donald Crawford Meetings: Council meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month; Saxon-

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burg Area Authority meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday; John Roebling’s Historic Saxonburg Society meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday; Planning Commission meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday; Zoning Hearing Board meets at 7 p.m. third Thursday as needed; Historic Architectural Review Board meets at 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month; Historic & Restoration Commission meets first Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Saxonburg Museum School district: South Butler County School District, 724-352-1700 Trash collection: Individually contracted

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Tax collector: Real estate — L. Steven Pickard, 724-352-1241 Tax collection agency: Wage tax collector — Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 724-282-0377 Municipal property tax: 18.66 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Roebling Park and Cooper Hall

Roebling Park

Sharpsburg Founded: 1826 Municipal office address: 1611 Main Street, Sharpsburg, Pa., 15215 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays Phone: 412-781-0546 Website: www.sharpsburgborough.com Population: (2010) 3,446 Officials: Mayor — Richard C. Panza Council: President — Renee C. Procopio, Vice President — Lou DeLuca, President Pro Tempore — Karen Pastor, Louis Costanzo, Tony Sacoo, Larry Trozzo, Matthew V. Rudzki Meetings: Council meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month; agenda/workshop meeting at 6:30 p.m. third Thursday; zoning hearing board meets as needed, planning commission meets at 7 p.m. second Thursday of the month, Crime Watch, 7:00 p.m., fourth Thursday School district: Fox Chapel Area School District, 412-963-9600 Trash collection: Waste Management, 1-800-458-4090; recycling plastic, glass, cardboard and paper is available in the borough parking lot, 412-781-0546

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Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 5.7 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent

Recreational facilities: Kennedy Park, Sharpsburg Recreation Center

Recreational facilities: None

South Buffalo Twp Founded: 1845 Municipal office address: 384 Iron Bridge Road, Freeport, PA 16229 Office hours: 9:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-295-0455 Population: (2010) 2,636 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — Terry Van Dyke, Vice Chairman — Glenn Heilman, Thomas Boroski Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the third Monday of each month School district: Freeport Area School District, 724-295-5141 Trash collection: Contracted by each customer

Taxes

Tax collector: Valerie Smith, 724-295-4522

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Springdale Twp Founded: 1921 Municipal office address: 100 Plate Drive, Harwick, PA 15049 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-274-4034 Email: sprtwp@verizon.net Population: (2010) 1,636 Officials: Commissioners: chairman — George Manning, vice chairman — John Pisanko, Kenneth Igo, Jr., Phillip Hans, Henrietta James Meetings: Commission meets third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.; planning commission meets as needed.; civil service commission meets 6:30 p.m. the second Thursday of the month.

School district: Allegheny Valley School District, 724-274-5300 Trash collection: Allied Waste Services

Taxes

Tax collector: Kenneth M. Winwood, 724-274-4416 Tax collection agency: Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300 Municipal property tax: 5.5 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Occupational tax: $10 Recreational facilities: None

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Springdale

Tarentum

Founded: 1906 Municipal office address: 325 School Street, Springdale, PA 15144; mailing address: P.O. Box 153, Springdale, PA 15144 Office hours: 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-274-6800 Population: (2010) 3,405 Officials: Mayor — Eileen Miller Council: President — David Finley, Vice President — Michael Ziencik, Gene Polsinelli, Jason Fry, James Zurisko, John Molnar Meetings: Regular meeting is at 6p.m. the third Tuesday of each month. Planning Commission meets the second Wednesday at 7p.m. as needed.

Zoning Hearing Board meets as needed. Recreation Board meets at 7p.m. on second Thursday School district: Allegheny Valley School District, 724-274-5300 Trash collection: Shank Sanitation, 724-226-8320

Taxes

Tax collector: Deborah Sigmund, 724-274-6269 Tax collection agency: Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300 Municipal property tax: 6.5 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Veterans Memorial Field Complex, Agan Park, Desmone Field

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Upper Burrell Twp

Founded: 1842 Municipal office address: 318 Second Avenue, Tarentum, PA 15084 Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-224-1818 Website: www.tarentumboro.com Population: (2010) 4,530 Officials: Mayor — Carl Magnetta, Jr. Council: President — Tim Rapp, Vice President — Hugh Fox, Tim Firko, Mike Gutonski, Ray Kerr, Pete Varos, Eric Carter Meetings: Council meets at 6:30 p.m. the third Monday of each month School district: Highlands School District, 724-226-2400 Trash collection: Waste Management, 724-637-3552

Taxes

Tax collector: Karen Marietti, 724-224-1179 Tax collection agency: Keystone Collections Group, 1-888-328-0557 Municipal property tax: 5.48 mills Local wage tax: $52 Per capita tax: $15 Recreational facilities: Riverview Memorial Park, Dreshar Stadium, Grandview Elementary School playground

Vandergrift

Founded: 1879

Verona

Founded: 1895

Founded: 1871

Municipal office address: 3735 Seventh Street Road New Kensington, PA 15068 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-335-3517 Website: www.upperburrelltwp.com Population: (2010) 2,326 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — Ross G. Walker III, Peter F. Dombroski Jr., Allen E. Uhler Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. first Monday of each month; planning commission, 7 p.m., second Tuesday; zoning hearing board, as needed School district: Burrell School District, 724-334-1406 Trash collection: Residents select hauler

Municipal office address: 109 Grant Avenue Vandergrift, PA 15629 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-567-781 Population: (2010) 5,205 Officials: Mayor — Louis Purificato Council: President — Brian Carricato, Frank J. Moliterno, Christine A. Wilson, Vernon E. Sciullo, Kathy Chvala, James Rametta, Lenny Collini Meetings: Council meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of the month School district: Kiski Area School District, 724-845-2202 Trash collection: Borough provides trash service, 724-567-7517

Municipal office address: 736 E. Railroad Avenue, Verona, PA 15147 Office hours: 8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. weekdays Phone: 412-828-8080 Website: www.veronaborough.com Population:(2010) 2,474 Officials: Mayor — David Ricupero Council: President — Dominic Conte, Vice President — Margaret Suchevich, Sandy Drabicki-Bell, William Futules, Rhoda Gemellas-Worf, Patrick McCarthy, Kevin Larkin Meetings: Regular meetings 7:00 p.m. the 2nd Tuesday of the month and work sessions the last Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.

School district: Riverview School District, 412828-6010 Trash collection: Waste Management, 1-800-458-4090

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Tax collector: Joyce A. Ewing, 724-339-0762 Tax collection agency: Delinquent tax — Collection Service Center, Inc., 724-334-8844 Municipal property tax: 10.0 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: None

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Tax collector: Claudia Troiano, 724-567-7771 Municipal property tax: 28 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Jackson Playground, Franklin Avenue Playground, Davis Field, Kennedy Park, Vandergrift Park and Pool, Veterans Memorial Park

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Tax collector: Bonnie Conway, 412-828-8080 Tax collection agency: Central Tax Bureau, 724-744-0104 Municipal property tax: 8 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Cribbs Field, Riverbank Park

Founded: 1789 Municipal office address: 285 Pine Run Church Road, Apollo, PA 15613 Office hours: 9:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. Mondays 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Tuesdays through Thursdays and 10:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. Fridays Phone: 724-727-3515 Website: www.washingtontownship.com Population:(2010) 7,401 Officials: Supervisors: Chairman — Richard Gardner, Vice Chairman — Joseph Olszewski, Gary Rowan Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7p.m. the second Thursday of each month; planning commission meets at 7p.m. the first and third Thursday; municipal authority, fourth Thursday at 7p.m.

School district: Kiski Area School District, 724-845-2022 Trash collection: Contracted by individuals

Taxes

Tax collector: Faith Evans, 724-727-3521 Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800360-8989 Municipal property tax: 12 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent

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Deer Lakes Park

Founded: 1855 Municipal office address: 229 Arthur Street, West Kittanning, PA 16201 Office hours: Hours vary.

Phone: 724-548-8577 Website: www.westkittanningpa.com Population:(2010) 1,175 Officials: Mayor — Bernie Bowser, Jr., Council: President — Cliff Neal, Vice President — Bernie Bowser, Sr., Nancy Capone, Michele Cogley, Paula Henry, Ed Morris, Ken Trudgen Meetings: Council meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month.

Meetings: Council meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month.

School district: Armstrong School District, 724-763-7151 Trash collection: Contracted by residents.

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West Deer Twp Founded: 1836 Municipal office address: 109 E. Union Road, Cheswick, PA 15024 Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays Phone: 724-265-3680 Website: www.westdeertownship.com Population:(2010) 11,771 Officials: Supervisors: Chairwoman — Shirley Hollinbaugh, Vice Chairman — Jeffery D. Fleming, Tracy A. Adamik, Richard W. DiSanti, Jr., Rick W. Florentine, Lawrence K. McManus, Gerry Vaerewyck Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each month; planning commission: workshop at 7:30 p.m. the second Thursday and regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month; parks and recreation meet at 7 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month School district: Deer Lakes School District, 724-265-5300 or 724-226-0477 Trash collection: Morrow Refuse, 724-265-2491

Taxes

Tax collector: Dorothy Bonovitz, 724-265-4250 Tax collection agency: Wage tax, local services tax, occupational privilige tax — Keystone Collections Group, 724-978-0300 Municipal property tax: 2.35 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Recreational facilities: Deer Lakes Park, Bairdford Municipal Park

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Cooper’s Cabin

West Kittanning

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Tax collector: Tim Olinger Tax collection agency: Through 2012, Central Tax Bureau, 1-800-423-68292; after 2012, Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 7 mills (Armstrong County website) Recreational facilities: Playground, softball and football fields.

Belmont Complex

Meetings: Council meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month. Zoning Hearing Board meets as needed.

School district: Leechburg Area School District, 724-842-9681

Taxes

Tax collector: County and borough real estate and school taxes, Marnie McGee, 724-845-2862 Tax collection agency: Earned income tax, Central Tax Bureau of Pennsylvania, 412-221-1701 Recreational facilities: None

Winfield Twp Founded: 1854

West Leechburg Founded: 1928 Municipal office address: 1015 Plazak Street West Leechburg PA 15656 Office hours: Call borough secretary Pat Grantz, 724-842-2653 Mayor: James Gallucci Council: President — Gary Bell, Vice President — Timothy Grantz, Michelle Schrecengost, George Mamros, Marguerite Kasanicky, Leonard Kotvas, Stephen Yenchi

Municipal office address: 194 Brose Road, Cabot, PA 16023 Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to noon Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Phone: 724-352-3333 Website: www.winfieldtownship.net Population: (2010) 3,535 Officials: Supervisors: Glenn Nagle, Michael Robb and Matthew Klabnik Meetings: Supervisors meet at 7 p.m. the last Thursday of each month School district: South Butler County School District, 724-352-1700 Trash collection: Individually contracted, including recycling

Taxes

Tax collector: Real estate and per capita — Donna Nagle, 724-352-2247 Tax collection agency: Berkheimer Tax Administrator, Inc., 1-800-360-8989 Municipal property tax: 3.00 mills Local wage tax: 1 percent Local service tax: $52 Recreational facilities: Butler-Freeport Community Trail, Cooper Cabin TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

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at the office or by logging on at www.comcast.com.

Connection fee upon installation: New accounts must pay one month in advance for cable and Internet service in addition to installation fee (rates may fluctuate with special promotions).

Payment methods: By mail to P.O. Box 3001, Southeastern, PA 193983001, at office, charge or check payment by phone and online payment. Also offers "Ecobill," which withdraws payment from specified bank account on monthly basis.

Cost of service: Varies according to area and services ordered. Call company for information. Limited Basic service includes 30 channels, featuring local broadcast channels and cable favorites like The Weather Channel and QVC. Municipalities Comcast serves: Allegheny Township, Apollo, Applewold, Arnold, Avonmore, Aspinwall, Bell, Bethel, Blawnox, Brackenridge, Cadogan, Cheswick, East Deer, East Franklin, East Vandergrift, Fawn, Ford City, Ford Cliff, Fox Chapel, Frazer, Freeport, Gilpin, Harmar, Harrison, Hyde Park, Indiana Township, Kiski Township, Kittanning, Leechburg, Lower Burrell, Loyalhanna, Manor, New Kensington, North Apollo, North Buffalo, O'Hara, Oakmont, Oklahoma, Parks, Plum, Saltsburg, South Buffalo, Springdale, Springdale Township, Tarentum, Upper Burrell, Vandergrift, Verona, West Deer, West Kittanning.

Armstrong

Address: 660 South Benbrook Rd, Butler, PA 16001.

Phone: 1-877-277-5711.

Website: www.armstrongonewire.com.

Services offered: Cable Television, Phone, Internet.

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Obtain Copies Of Deeds And Wills Here's how to obtain copies of deeds and wills that have been filed in a particular county.

Armstrong County:

Register of Deeds/Recorder of Wills office, Courthouse, Kittanning. Phone: 724-5483280. Cost: 50 cents per page if picked up or $1 per page if mailed. There is a $5 search fee for either method. One deed per request. The office does not perform title searches. The office will not conduct a search until after receiving the check.

Allegheny County:

Deeds: Department of Real Estate, First Floor County Office Building, 542 Forbes Ave. (corner of Forbes Avenue and Ross Street), Pittsburgh, PA 15219-2947. Phone: 412-350-4227. Cost: $10 flat fee to purchase certified deed. No credit cards or personal checks will be accepted. You must pay with cash, certified check, money order or business check.

Wills: Register of Wills, City-County Building, Pittsburgh. Phone: 412-350-4180. To obtain a will search request form online, visit www.alleghenycounty.us/wo/wsearch.aspx The cost is $10 and includes a copy of the will.

No personal checks are accepted. Mail application to Department of Court Records, Wills/Orphans' Courts Division, 414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15219. For information on other methods of obtaining a copy of a will, call 412350-4180. If a certified copy of a will is needed, call 412-350-4192 or 412-350-4194 for necessary documents and information on fees. Information from www.county.allegheny.pa.us.

Butler County:

Deeds and wills: Recorder of Deeds; Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans' Court, Courthouse, Butler. Phone: For deeds, call 724284-5340. If the information is copied from a computer there is a fee of 50 cents per page. If you request by mail, it is $4 service fee plus 50 cents per page. If you supply the office with information, there is a $2 charge. There is a $4 fee if you don't provide information. Wills: selfmade copies in the Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans’ Court offices are 25 cents per page and can be paid in cash. Copies by staff are $1 per page. Mail requests also include $5 research/retrieval fee per name for each kind of record searched, plus $1 per copy. Mail requests must be paid by money order or cashier’s check only. All mail requests must include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Call 724-284-1409 for further information or go to www.co.butler.pa.us

Westmoreland County:

Deeds: Recorder of Deeds, Courthouse, Greensburg. Phone: 724-830-3518.

The office charges $3.50 per request and then 50 cents per page to copy. It costs an additional $ 1.50 per document if you want it certified.

Payment includes check, cash, money order. You must present a photo I.D. when using a check.

You may also go to the website at www.wcdeeds.us, which has information from 1956 through present that can be printed for free.

Wills: Register of Wills, Courthouse, Greensburg. Phone: 724-830-3177.

Cost: If your information can be retrieved from the computer there is no charge. You will be charged $1 per page whether in person or mail for archived information, and there is a $20 search fee per person or name. For more information go to the county website at www.co.westmoreland.pa.us. If proof of legal marriage is needed, this information can also be obtained at the county website by going to "e-Services" and performing a marriage license search.

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Armstrong County:

Obtain A Dog License State law requires all dogs more than 3 months old to be licensed through the county.

The cost is $6.45 for a spayed or neutered animal and $8.45 for nonspayed/neutered.

Rates are less for age 65 and older and disabled persons, $4.45 for a spayed or neutered animal and $6.45 for nonspayed/neutered.

Licenses must be renewed each year.

Licenses run from January through the end of December.

A Pennsylvania lifetime dog license is available through two means, tattooing and the recently legalized use of an identifying microchip implanted under the dog's skin. Cost is $51.45 ($31.45 for senior citizens) for nonneutered/spayed dogs and $31.45 ($21.45 for seniors) for neutered/spayed dogs.

Expect additional fees for required service of a licensed professional (veterinarian or groomer).

Contact your county treasurer's office for more information or access information at www.agriculture.state.pa.us. At that site enter "dog license" into the search box to find information and a downloadable application that can be printed out.

Here are the specific steps to take depending upon where you live:

Allegheny County:

Residents of Allegheny County boroughs and townships can apply at the County Treasurer's office, Room 109, Allegheny County Courthouse, 436 Grant St., Pittsburgh, Pa. 15219. Applications also can be accessed and completed atwww.county.allegheny.pa.us/treasure/dog.aspx. There is a $1 fee for online applications. Applications can also be mailed. For more information, call 412-350-4111.

Butler County:

Licenses are available at the county treasurer's office, Government Center Building behind the courthouse, Butler, or from one of several agents throughout the county for an additional 50 cent fee. For information on the location of county dog license agents, call 724-284-5149. Also, a list of all the dog license agents is available on the county treasurer's website, which can be accessed by going to www.co.butler.pa.us then selecting "dog license" from the Quick Clicks menu on the right. At that site, an application is also available, as is the option to purchase a license online for an additional fee, up to $2. Or residents can write the dog's name, age, breed and color along with the owner's name, address and phone number and mail it with the appropriate check made out to the county treasurer to P.O. Box 1208, Butler, Pa. 16003-1208.

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Licenses are available at the Treasurer's office or can be purchased by mailing applications to the county treasurer, 450 East Market Street, Kittanning, Pa. 16201.

Online purchases can be made from the Armstrong County Web site, www.co.armstrong.pa.us using the Treasurer's link. Also, agents have been set up in the county to sell licenses through the month of May. The fees will be increased by 50 cents for licenses bought through agents.

Agents are as follows: Apollo - Apollo Library, Brady’s Bend - Randy Patsy, Notary, Dayton - B&J Service Station, Distant - Sandra Bright, Tax Collector, Elderton - Keystone Bait & Tackle, Freeport - Freeport Library, Leechburg - Leechburg Public Library, Parker City - Marsha Milford, Tax Collector, Rural Valley - Shannock Hardware.

Applications can be picked up at local post offices or online at the county website, co.armstrong.pa.us.

Westmoreland County:

Applications are available at post offices and veterinary offices, online at the county's website, www.co.westmoreland.pa.us (go to Treasurer's Dept. and click on "license applications") and at the county treasurer's office, county courthouse, Greensburg.

Residents also may apply by writing the dog's name, age, breed and color along with the owner's name, address and telephone number and sending it to the county treasurer's office, 2 N. Main St., Suite 110, Greensburg, Pa. 15601. Discounted licenses are available for senior citizens and disabled citizens. For more information, call 724-830-3174.

Obtain or Renew a Driver's License Here's how to renew your driver's license or get a new license if you are a new resident of Pennsylvania.

Address: PennDOT Driver License and Photo and Exam Center, 1600 Greensburg Road (Route 366), New Kensington. Business hours: License Center is closed Mondays. 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m, Tuesday through Saturdays.

Note the commercial test only given until 2 p.m. due to length. Photo Center also open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. On Thursdays the Photo Center is open until 6 p.m.; 724-339-4852 or 1-800-932-4600; www.state.pa.us (PA keyword DMV).

New residents: Must register vehicle within 20 days of establishing residency and surrender out-of-state license/obtain Pennsylvania driver's license within 60 days. Valid identification and residency documents required with payment in form

of check or money order for exact amount.

For details, contact center or access the website.

New drivers: Must be 16 or older to apply for license or learner's permit. Completion of application, physician's examination report as well as vision screening and knowledge test required. Driver's test can be scheduled online (www.state.pa.us; PA keyword - Driver test) or by calling 1-800-423-5542.

Renewals: Can be done online (www.state.pa.us; PA keyword - DMV) or at any center. PennDOT sends an "invitation to renew" three months before license expiration. Once payment (in form of check, money order or credit card if online) is received by PennDOT, a camera card is issued and can be taken to any PennDOT service center and processed for issuance of license. If you do not receive an application in the mail, possibly because you have moved since your last renewal, you can get one from the West Penn/West Virginia AAA, Keystone Automobile Clubs, most notaries or messenger services.

To get forms by mail from PennDOT, write to BDL, 1101 S. Front St., Harrisburg, Pa. 17104.

Pennsylvania drivers must renew their driver's license every four years for $29.50.

Those 65 and older may renew every two years, if they want. The fee for a two-year license renewal also is $19.

New residents can get a license by bringing a valid out-of-state license, two proofs of residency and a Social Security card to the driver license center. Out-ofstate drivers pay $29.50 for a four-year license, $19 for a two-year license.

New drivers also must take a vision test and pay a fee of $34.50.

While at the license center, drivers will be asked whether they wish to become an organ donor or register to vote.

Applications for the organ donor program and voter registration forms are available to people getting a new license or renewing their license.

Source: PennDOT.

service by calling 1-800-686-0021.

Deposit: If a new residential customer has no outstanding bill with West Penn Power, no deposit is required.

To report service problems: 1-800-686-0021.

Payment options: Check by phone by calling 1-800-686-0021; online payment at www.firstenergycorp.com/west_penn_power, all major credit cards accepted but American Express; by mail or by local collection agencies, the names of which can be obtained by calling the power company.

Address: West Penn Power, P.O. Box 3615, Akron, Ohio 44309-3615

Duquesne Light:

Cost: 9.89 cents per kilowatt hour.

Area served: West Deer, Indiana Township, Aspinwall, Blawnox, Fox Chapel, O'Hara, Verona, Oakmont, Plum and part of Springdale Township.

Obtaining service: Call customer service at 888-393-7100. All arrangements can be made via phone. You can also visit www.duquesnelight.com for more information.

Customer service: 1-888-393-7100.

To report service problems: 1-888-393-7000.

Deposit: None required for customers with good credit standing.

Payment methods: Electronically or by mail.

Address: Customer Relations, 411 Seventh Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

Red Cat Power:

Cost: 11.34 cents per kilowatt hour.

Area served: Tarentum.

Obtaining service: Applicants must go to the borough office at 318 Second Ave. to sign up for service.

Deposit: Homeowners do not need a deposit, but renters are required to pay $100 per utility. Also, there is a $45 safety inspection fee for new occupants.

For customer service or to report problems: Call 724-224-1616. In case of emergency after hours, call 412-473-3056.

Payment methods: By mail or from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the borough office; drop box also available.

Address: Tarentum Borough Electric Department, 318 Second Ave., Tarentum, PA 15084.

Inquire About Natural Gas Service Here's how to obtain natural gas service or report problems to the companies that serve portions of the Valley:

Equitable Gas Company:

To start service: 1-800-654-6335, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Start-up procedure: Service can be started by phone unless there are questions about

the customer's credit.

For questions or problems with gas service: 1-800-654-6335, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

Emergency: 1-800-253-3928, 24 hours, seven days a week.

Connection fee: $50 meter fee for a residential turn on order or a new set order; $25 fee for a residential transfer of gas service. Residential activation fee can be waived if applicant meets certain criteria.

Deposit: Not required of any individuals of good credit; however, deposit may be charged if the customer does not meet credit criteria. If required, the typical amount is equal to two average budget payments.

Once the customer makes 12 consecutive payments by the due date the security deposit plus interest will be applied to the customer's balance or refunded, or applied to the customer's final bill if gas service is terminated. The deposit can be paid in full or a portion of the deposit billed on the next two monthly gas bills.

Special payment services: Direct payment from checking, payment via website atwww.equitablegas.com, budget billing, and customers below the federal poverty level may be eligible for a special payment plan based on the percentage of their income.

Rate: $5.56/MCF. Rates are reviewed quarterly.

Municipalities served: Equitable Gas provided the website www.equitablegas.com where you can search to see if your

Inquire About Electric Service Communities in the Valley are served by three electric companies: West Penn Power, Duquesne Light and Tarentum Borough Electric, also known as Redcat Power.

Following is basic information about the companies and how to obtain service:

West Penn Power:

Cost: Rates flucuate quarterly.

Area served: All Valley communities except Tarentum, Harmar, West Deer, Indiana Township, Aspinwall, Blawnox, Fox Chapel, O'Hara, Verona, Oakmont, Plum and part of Springdale Township.

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People's Gas TWP, LLC:

(formerly T.W. Phillips Gas and Oil Co.).

To start service: 1-800-222-5101.

Start-up procedure: New gas service account arrangements can be made by telephone, unless there are questions about the applicant's credit or identity.

Residential and general start up applications are available online at www.twphillips.com.

For questions or problems with gas service: 1-800-222-5101 Emergency: 1-800-222-5101 Deposit: Not required of individuals with good credit; can be required if there are problems with potential customer's credit.

If required, the typical deposit amount is equivalent to two times the average monthly bill.

Special payment services: Payments can automatically be electronically deducted from the customer's checking or savings account each month. Payment options are also available online and by automated phone payments at the customer's convenience.

Budget Payment Program arrangements also are available.

Rate: $5.45 per mcf (subject to change) and $12.75 flat monthly,current residential service charge.

Municipalities served: Allegheny Township, Arnold, Bell, Bethel, Brackenridge, Buffalo Township, Burrell Township, Cheswick, Clinton, East Deer, East Franklin, Fawn, Frazer, Freeport, Harmar, Harrison, Hyde Park, Indiana Township, Jefferson, Kiski Township, Kittanning, Lower Burrell, Loyalhanna, Manor, New Kensington, North Buffalo, Parks, Plum, Rayburn Township, Saxonburg, South Buffalo, Springdale, Springdale Township, Tarentum, Upper Burrell, Washington Township, West Deer, West Kittanning, Winfield and Worthington.

Source: www.twphillips.com

Peoples Natural Gas Company:

To start service: 1-800-764-0111, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

For questions or problems with gas service: 1-800-764-0111.

Emergency: 1-800-400-4721, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Connection fee: $74 (residential), $98 (commercial accounts).

Deposit: Not required of individuals with good credit; however, deposit may be charged if the customer does not meet credit criteria. If required, the typical amount is equal to two average budget bills.

Start-up procedure: Can be done by phone unless there are credit problems.

Special payment services: Electronic and budget plan billing. Customers who have incomes at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty level and are payment troubled may be eligible for a special payment plan based on a percentage of their income.

Rate: $6.68 per mcf. Rates are reviewed quarterly and monthly customer charges of $12.25.

Municipalities served: Apollo, Applewold,

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Arnold, Avonmore, Bethel, Buffalo Township, Burrell Township, Clinton, East Deer, East Franklin, East Vandergrift, Fawn, Ford City, Ford Cliff, Fox Chapel, Frazer, Gilpin, Harmar, Harrison, Hyde Park, Indiana Township, Jefferson, Kiski Township, Kittanning, Kittanning Township, Leechburg, Manor, Manorville, New Kensington, North Apollo, North Buffalo, O'Hara, Oklahoma, Parks, Plum, Rayburn, Saxonburg, South Buffalo, Springdale Township, Vandergrift, West Deer, West Kittanning, West Leechburg

Obtain A Marriage License Here are particulars, depending upon the county in which you want to obtain the license. It is recommended that couples complete the process at least two to three weeks before the license is needed. Licenses are valid 60 days after their issuance.

Allegheny County:

Bride and groom must apply in person at the Bureau of Marriage Licenses, Register of Wills Office, City-County Building, 414 Grant St., Pittsburgh. The cost is $75 cash if neither party has been married before, or if one or both are widowed. In cases of divorce or death of a previous spouse, bring a certified copy of the final divorce decree or the day, month and year of the spouse's death. Both applicants must be present to apply and should have current photo identification with them. If one party has been divorced, the cost of the license is $80. If both parties have been divorced, the cost is $85. Licenses can be picked up by either party or a family member after three days. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. The last couple is taken at 4 p.m. Hours on Wednesday are from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m and the last couple is taken at 7 p.m. Call for information about mail and Internet options. For more information, call 412-350-4230, or visit www.alleghenycounty.us.

Armstrong County:

Bride and groom must apply in person together at the Recorder's office, County Courthouse, Kittanning, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. They should know the place of birth of both sets of parents as well as their own. Photo ID and Social Security numbers are required when applying. Cost is $66, cash only. In cases of a previous marriage, applicants must bring a certified copy of all divorce decrees. Date of death of spouse, along with their death certificate, of widowed applicant is also required when applying. The persons applying must give their current addresses as well as their parents' current municipality of residence.

Licenses can be taken home the same day but will not be valid for three days starting the day of the application. For more information, call 724-548-3256.

Butler County:

Bride and groom must apply in person at the Register of Wills & Clerk of Orphans' Court office, L-level, Government Center Building, 124 West Diamond St., Butler.

They should bring photo ID and Social Security cards. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

No applications will be taken after 4 p.m.

Cost is $60, cash only. The office will not accept any bills greater than $20. In cases of a previous marriage, bring a certified copy of the final divorce decree or death certificate; if the woman was previously married, she will need a certified copy of name change. Certified divorce decrees are given in the county where the divorce was filed. Licenses can be picked up by either party after three days. The license is good for 60 days. Call 724-284-5354 or the 24-hour nformation line at 724-284-5379. You may also visit the Web at www.co.butler.pa.us.

Westmoreland County:

Bride and groom must apply in person between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the register of wills office, county courthouse, Greensburg. Cost is $70 cash. In cases of previous marriage, bring a certified copy of the final divorce decree or must know the date of the late spouse's death. Divorce decrees must be in effect 30 days for a marriage license to be issued. Must provide a valid driver's license when applying.

Licenses can be taken home on the same day and will be valid after three days. For more information, call 724-830-3196.

Obtain Property Tax Records Here's how to obtain current and delinquent property tax records:

Armstrong County:

Current taxes: See your local tax collector.

Their names and phone numbers appear in the municipal listing.

Delinquent taxes: Armstrong County Tax Claims Bureau, Armstrong County Courthouse Administration Building, Kittanning. Phone: 724-548-3289. Cost: Free. If there are no delinquent taxes, a certification letter is $5.

Allegheny County:

Current taxes: See your local tax collector.

Their names and phone numbers appear in the municipal listing.

Delinquent taxes: Treasurer's office, Courthouse, Pittsburgh. Phone: 412-3504100. Cost: free. For home sellers: a certification showing all taxes have been paid for the past four years costs $25. For past years' back taxes, call 412-350-4106, to learn the payoff amount for current year, call 412-350-4100. For previous years, contact Jordan Tax Service at 412-8355243. For delinquent tax collection, call TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

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Jordan Tax Service at 412-835-5243.

Westmoreland County:

Current taxes: See your local tax collector.

Their names and phone numbers appear in the municipal listings.

Delinquent taxes: Tax Claims Bureau, Courthouse, Greensburg. Phone: 724-830-3428. Cost: $5 per lien served.

Butler County:

Current taxes: See your local tax collector.

Their names and phone numbers appear in the municipal listings.

Delinquent taxes: Butler County Tax Claims Bureau, The Government Center, 124 W. Diamond St., Butler, PA. 16001.

Phone: 724-284-5326. Cost: Free for the current year, but a $15 fee for certification per parcel.

Register To Vote Voter eligibility requirements:

To vote in the state of Pennsylvania, you must be a U.S. citizen for at least one month before the next primary, special municipal or general election; a Pennsylvania resident and resident of the election district where you will register to vote for at least 30 days before the next primary, special, municipal or general election; at least 18 years of age on or before the day of the next primary, special, municipal or general election. Eligibility for primary elections includes being registered and enrolled in a political party to vote in that party's primary. Registered voters are entitled to vote on Constitutional amendments, ballot questions and in special elections held at the same time as the primary.

Photo identification Beginning with the November 2012 general election, photo identification is required for Pennsylvania voters. Photo identification from the following sources is accepted: U.S. federal government or the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (including but not limited to state voter registration card), Pennsylvania driver's license or non-driver's license identification card, a valid U.S. passport, a U.S. military identification card, employee identification issued by the federal, commonwealth of Pennsylvania county or municipal government, or a Pennsylvania accredited institution of higher learning or a Pennsylvania care facility including long term care facilities, assisted living residences and personal care homes.

Those without photo identification and required one for voting purposes may be entitled to receive on free of charge at a PennDOT driver's license center. For more information, call the voter identification hotline at 1-877-VOTES-PA (868-3772).

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Armstrong 450 East Market St. Kittanning, Pa. 16201 724-548-3222 Butler 124 West Diamond St Butler, Pa. 16001 724-284-5308 Westmoreland 2 N. Main St. Ste. 109 Greensburg, Pa. 15601 724-830-3150 Other locations where you can register to vote include: PennDOT photo driver's license centers, state offices that provide public assistance and disability services, Armed Forces Recruitment Centers, agencies on aging, county clerk orphan's court offices (including the marriage bureau), centers for independent living, county mental health and retardation offices, the state system of higher education's disability offices, offices of special education and DA complementary paratransit offices.

By mail: Voter registration mail applications can be obtained from the Secretary of the Commonwealth and all county registration commissions. Registration forms can also be obtained online and are available to download from www.pavoterservices.state.pa.us.

Registration confirmation: To confirm voter registration, call 1-877-VOTES-PA (1-877-868-3772), contact your county board of elections or visit the state's voter registration database at www.pavoterservices.state.pa.us/Pages/VoterRegistrationStatus.aspx. At that site, you will be prompted to enter your county, first and last name and date of birth. Once registered, you do not need register again unless you can change your residence, name or party affiliation.

Source: Pennsylvania Department of State -

Contact Local Lawmakers The following is a list of the Valley's state Legislators and how to contact them:

State Senators

Jim Ferlo, D-38th District, which covers Aspinwall, Blawnox, Fawn, Fox Chapel, Frazer, Harrison, Indiana Township, O'Hara, Oakmont, Sharpsburg, Apollo, Cadogan, Freeport, Gilpin, Kiski Township, Leechburg, North Apollo, Parks, Allegheny Township, Bell, East Vandergrift, Hyde Park, Oklahoma, Vandergrift, West Leechburg.

3519 Butler St., Pittsburgh PA 15201; 412-621-3006 or 1633 Pacific Ave., Natrona Heights, PA 15065; 724-230-2000. Web site: Web site:www.senatorferlo.com.

Jim Brewster, D-45, which covers Brackenridge, Cheswick, East Deer, Harmar, Plum, Springdale, Springdale Township, Tarentum, Arnold, Lower Burrell, New Kensington, Upper Burrell, Washington Township.

One Monroeville Center, 3824 Northern Pike Suite 600, Monroeville PA 15146; 412-380-2242 or New Kensington City Hall, 301 11th St. Suite L, New Kensington, PA 15068; 724-334-1143.

Web site: www.senatorbrewster.com.

412-361-2040.

Web site: www.pahouse.com/dcosta.

Web site: www.jeffpyle.net.

Joseph A. Petrarca, D-55, which covers Leechburg, Allegheny Township, Avonmore, Bell, East Vandergrift, Hyde Park, Oklahoma, Vandergrift, Washington Township and West Leechburg.

239 Longfellow St., Vandergrift, PA 15690; 724-567-6982.

Web site: www.pahouse.com/petrarca.

Joseph Preston, Jr, D-24, which covers Aspinwall.

208 N. Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206; 412-361-3692 Web site: www.pahouse.com/preston.

Anthony M. DeLuca, D-32, which covers Blawnox, parts of Plum, Verona.

7205 Saltsburg Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235, 412-793-2448.

E-mail: tdeluca@pahouse.net.

Frank Dermody, D-33, which covers Brackenridge, Cheswick, East Deer, Fawn, Frazer, Harmar, Harrison, Indiana Township, Oakmont, Plum (district 3), Springdale Borough, Springdale Township, Tarentum, West Deer.

1331 Freeport Road, Cheswick, PA 15024; 724-274-4770.

Web site: www.pahouse.com/dermody.

Randy Vulakovich, R-30, which covers Fox Chapel, O'Hara.

1407 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, PA 15116; 412-487-6600.

Web site: www.repvulakovich.com.

Note: position to be filled by new representative in November 2012.

Joseph F. Markosek, D-25, which covers Plum, Murrysville.

4232 Northern Pike, Suite 303, Mon-

Eli Evankovich, R-54, which covers Allegheny Township, Arnold, Lower Burrell, Murrysville, Export, New Kensington, Upper Burrell, Bethel, Cadogan, Gilpin, Parks.

5648 William Penn Highway, Export, PA 15632; 724-387-1281 or 2400 Leechburg Road, New Kensington, PA 15068; 724-335-2790.

Web site: www.repevankovich.com.

roeville, PA 15146; 412-856-8284.

Web site: www.pahouse.com/markosek.

Jeffrey P. Pyle, R-60, which covers Apollo, Applewold, Burrell, East Franklin, Ford City, Ford Cliff, Freeport, Kiski Township, Kittanning, Manor, Manorville, North Apollo, North Buffalo, South Buffalo, West Kittanning.

409 Ford St., Ford City, PA 16226; 724-763-3222 or 208 1/2 N. Railroad Ave., Apollo, PA 15613; 724-478-1050.

Brian L. Ellis, R-11, which covers Buffalo Township, Winfield.

6 Chesapeake Street, Suite 200; Lyndora, PA 16045; 724-283-5852.

Web site: www.repellis.com.

Daryl D. Metcalfe, R-12, which covers Clinton, Jefferson Township, Penn Township, Saxonburg.

Municipal Bldg., 2525 Rochester Road, Suite 201, Cranberry Township, PA 16066; 724-772-3110.

Website: www.repmetcalfe.com.

Randy Vulakovich, R-40, which covers West Deer, Buffalo Township, Clinton, Penn Township. Note: Vulakovich will take this position August 2012.

Jay Costa, D-43, which covers Verona.

1501 Ardmore Blvd., Suite 403, Pittsburgh, PA 15221; 412-241-6690; fax: 412-7312332.

Web site: www.senatorcosta.com.

Email: costa@pasenate.com.

Donald C. White, R-41, which covers Applewold, Bethel, Burrell, East Franklin, Ford City, Ford Cliff, Kittanning, Manor, Manorville, North Buffalo, South Buffalo, West Kittanning, Jefferson, Saxonburg, Avonmore and Murrysville.

618 Philadelphia St., Indiana PA 15701; 724-357-0151, 109 South Jefferson Street, Kittaning, PA 16201; 724-543-3026, or 3950 William Penn Highway, Suite 1, Murrysville, PA 15668; 724-327-2436.

Website: www.senatordonwhite.com.

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Dom Costa, D-21, which covers Sharpsburg.

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Burrell Allegheny Valley Communities served: Cheswick, Harmar, Springdale, Springdale Township Administrative office: 300 Pearl Avenue, Cheswick, PA 15024 Phone: 724-274-5300 Website: avsd.k12.pa.us Superintendent: Cheryl A. Griffith Solicitor: Alan Shuckrow Director of Student Achievement: Janice E. Nuzzo.

Food Service Director: Alan Donnelly Business manager: Brad Rau Director of public relations: Janice Zastawniak School board: President — Larry Pollick, Vice President — Salvatore Conte, Treasurer — Kathleen Haas, Jimette Gilmartin, Anetta Jursa, Elizabeth Moretti, Antonio Pollino, Stephen Puskar, Glenna Renaldi Meetings: Regular monthly meetings are at 7 p.m. the third Monday of the month in the Acmetonia Primary School Forum, 300 Pearl Ave., Cheswick. Planning sessions are at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at same location.

Schools

Springdale Junior-Senior High School: 501 Butler Road, Springdale, PA 15144 724-274- 8100 Principal: Andrew Leviski Assistant Principal: Daniel Swoger Colfax Upper Elementary School: 430 Colfax Street, Springdale, PA 15144 724-274-7200 Elementary Supervisor: Gregory J. Heavner Assistant Elementary Principal: Jennifer Vecchio Acmetonia Primary School: 300 Pearl Avenue, Cheswick, PA 15024 724-274-6500 Elementary Supervisor: Gregory J. Heavner Assistant Elementary Principal: Jennifer Vecchio School tax: 23.46 mills. Tax information from www.alleghenycounty.us

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Apollo-Ridge Senior High School: 1825 State Route 56 Spring Church, PA 15686 724-478-6000, ext. 1000 Principal: Clint Weimer Apollo-Ridge Middle School: 1829 State Route 56 Spring Church, PA 15686 724-478-6000, ext. 2000 Principal: Travis Barta Apollo-Ridge Elementary School: 1831 State Route 56 Spring Church, PA 15686 724-478-6000, ext. 5000 Principal K — 8: Travis Barta Assistant Principal K — 8: Courtney Anderson School tax: 60.8 mills for Armstrong County residents, 161.14 for Indiana County residents

Armstrong School District and Wellness Program officials gather at West Shamokin High School in Rural Valley as one of two Climbing walls are constructed.

Communities served: Apollo, North Apollo, Kiski Township, Blacklick Township, Young Township Administrative Center: 1825 State Route 56, Spring Church, PA 15686 mailing address: P.O. Box 219, Spring Church, PA 15686 Phone: 724-478-6000 Website: www.apolloridge.com Superintendent: Matthew Curci Business manager: Jennie Ivory

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Solicitor: Matthew Hoffman (Tucker/Arensberg) Building and grounds director: Steve Kijowski Food service director: Kathleen Smathers Board secretary: Jennie Ivory Administrative assistant: Cris Kostiuk School board: President — Gregory A. Primm, Vice President — Forrest Schultz, Dominick Duso, Jim Ferguson, Lance Foster, Sharon Jaworskyj, Dan Obriot, Forrest Schultz, Susan Wenckowski Meetings: Committee meetings are at 7:30 p.m. the third Monday of each month, legislative meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month unless otherwise advertised.

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Armstrong Communities served: Applewold, Bethel Township, Burrell Township, Cadogan, East Franklin, Ford City, Ford Cliff, Kittanning, Manor Township, Manorville, North Buffalo Township, West Kittanning Administrative Center: 410 Main Street, Ford City, PA 16226 Phone: 724-763-7151 or 724-763-5269 Website: www.asd.k12.pa.us Superintendent: Stan J. Chapp

Assistant superintendent: Lyn R. Logelin Supervisor of food/nutrition services: LuAnn M. Fee Director of business affairs: John A. Zenone Director of Facilities and Property services: William L. Henley Director of technology and information services: Anthony Grenda Board secretary: Linda J. Ambrose Solicitor: Lee V. Price School board: Paul J. Lobby, James T. Rearic, Larry P. Robb, Jr., Christopher E. Choncek, Joseph D. Close, Amy K. Lhote, Stanley J. Berdell, D. Royce Smeltzer, Linda K. Walker Meetings: Agenda meeting at 7 p.m. on the third Monday; regular meeting follows at 7:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday.

Meetings are held at the Administrative Building.

Schools

West Shamokin Junior-Senior High School: 178 Wolf Drive, Rural Valley, PA 16249 724-783-7140 Principal: Kirk T. Lorigan Dayton Elementary School: Grant Avenue, Dayton, PA 16222 814-257-8151 Principal (acting): Charles Shoop Ford City Junior/Senior High School: 4th Avenue & 11th Street, Ford City, PA 16226 724-763-5289 Principal: Michael Cominos Kittanning Senior High School: Orr Avenue, Kittanning, PA 16201 724-543-1591 Principal: James S. Rummel Kittanning Junior High School: North McKean Street, Kittanning, PA 16201 724-543-1295 Principal: Jennifer Reiter Elderton Elementary School: Lytle Street, Elderton, PA 15736 724-354-2131 Principal: Rox D. Serrao Lenape Elementary School: 2300 Center Avenue, Ford City, PA 16226 724-763-5296 Principal: Thomas G. Dinga Shannock Valley Elementary School: Main Street, Rural Valley, PA 16249 724-783-6991 Principal: Russell L. Carson West Hills Primary School: 181 Heritage Park Drive, Kittanning, PA 16201 724-548-7651 Principal: Paul Berry West Hills Intermediate School: 175 Heritage Park Drive, Kittanning, PA 16201 724-543-1121 Principal: Sue J. Kreidler School tax: 54.27 mills TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

Communities served: Lower Burrell, Upper Burrell Administrative office: 1021 Puckety Church Road Lower Burrell, PA 15068 Phone: 724-334-1406 Website: www.burrell.k12.pa.us Superintendent: Shannon Wagner Assistant Superintendent: Matthew R. Conner Business Administrator/Board Secretary: Jennifer S. Callahan Solicitor: Andrews and Price School board: President — Scott W. Fisher, Vice President — Ronald J. Slater Jr., Treasurer — Danielle Kowalkowski, Thomas Klebine, Tami Kelly, Deborah Kinosz, John Marhefka, Linda Woiewodski, James D. Kunkle Meetings: Board meetings are at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month (agenda) in the high school board room and at 7:30 p.m. the third Tuesday (regular business) in the high board room. Exceptions are December (reorganization during the first week) and July (usually no meetings)

Schools

Burrell High School: 1021 Puckety Church Road

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Stewart Elementary School: 2880 Leechburg Road Lower Burrell, PA 15068 724-334-1483 Principal: Gregory Egnor Charles A. Huston Middle School: 1020 Puckety Church Road Lower Burrell, PA 15068 724-334-1443 Principal: Brian Ferra School tax: 85.4 mills

Deer Lakes Communities served: East Deer, Frazer, West Deer Administrative office: P.O. Box 10, East Union Road Russellton, PA 15076-0010 Phone: 724-265-5300 Website: www.deerlakes.net Superintendent: Dean A. Casello Assistant superintendent: Janet Ciramella

Director of technology: Angelo Furiga Business manager: Vacant Director of support services: Garry Dixson Director of special education: Barbara Tomlinson Solicitor: Raymond Sekula School board: President — Lisa Merlo, Vice President — James F. McCaskey, Joni Banyas-Galecki, Michael Cavanaugh, Michael J. Coletta, William A. Lupone, Jr., Douglas McCausland, Clara Salvi, Rebekah M. Stanknowski Meetings: Regular meetings are at 7 p.m. the third Monday of each month, except July and December; agenda meetings are at 7 p.m. the preceding Tuesday; the December reorganization meeting is held the first Tuesday in December.

Schools

Curtisville Primary Center: 724-265-5340 Principal: Christopher Brough East Union Intermediate Center: 724-265-5330 Principal: James Schweinberg Deer Lakes Middle School: 724-265-5310 Principal: Thomas Lesniewski Deer Lakes High School: 724-265-5320 Prinicipal: Karen Brock School tax: 26.69

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Fox Chapel Area Communities served: Aspinwall, Blawnox, Fox Chapel, Indiana Township, O’Hara, Sharpsburg Administrative office: 611 Field Club Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 Phone: 412-963-9600 Website: www.fcasd.edu Switchboard operator: Kathleen Anuszek Superintendent’s secretary: Candace Chapple Superintendent: Anne E. Stephens Assistant superintendent: David P. McCommons Business manager: L. Douglas McCausland School board: President — Robin F. Baum, Eric C. Schmidt, Sherman M. Snyder, Sandra Garbisch, Robert Mauro, Terrence L. Wirginis, Charles R. “Chip” Burke, Nancy B. Foster, Joel R. Weinstein Meetings: Meets at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of the month for agenda study session, 7 p.m. on the second Monday for regular business meeting

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Fox Chapel Area High School: 611 Field Club Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 412-967-2430 Principal: Michael H. Hower Senior/ Lead Principal and Principal Daniel E. Lentz, Program Principal Dorseyville Middle School: 3732 Saxonburg Blvd., PA Pittsburgh, 15238 412-767-5343 Principal: Matthew J. Harris O’Hara Elementary School: 115 Cabin Lane, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 412-963-0333 Principal: Michael E. Rowe Fairview Elementary School: 738 Dorseyville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 412-963-9315 Principal: Sari E. McNamara Kerr Elementary School: 341 Kittanning Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15215 412-781-4105 Principal: Paul S. Noro Hartwood Elementary School: 3730 Saxonburg Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15238 412-767-5396 Principal: Jacquelyn Gregory-Rauzan School tax: 21.55 mills

Franklin Regional Communities served: Murrysville, Delmont, Export Administrative office: 3210 School Road, Murrysville, PA 15668 Phone: 724-327-5456 Website: www.franklinregional.k12.pa.us Superintendent: P. Emery D’Arcangelo Solicitor: Dodaro, Matta & Cambest Director of curriculum: Shelley Shaneyfelt Director of food services: Metz & Associates; William Burns.

Director of public relations: Shelley Shaneyfelt

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Business manager: Jon Perry Treasurer: Roberta Cook School board: President — Herb Yingling, Vice President — Paul Scheinert, Joseph Seymour, Roberta Cook, Dennis Irvine, Kimberly Bondi, Jane Tower, Dennis Pavlik, Larry Borland Meetings: Regular monthly meetings at 7:30 p.m. the third Monday of the month in the administration office conference room; committee meeting at 7:30 p.m. the first Monday of the month in the administration office.

Schools

Senior High School: 3200 School Road, Murrysville PA 15668 724-327-5456 Principal: Ron Suvak.

Middle School: 4660 Old William Penn Highway Murrysville, PA 15668 724-327-5456 x2003 Principal: Christopher Kelly.

Newlonsburg Elementary: 3170 School Road, Murrysville, PA 15668 724-327-5456 x4002 Interim Principal: Shelley Shaneyfelt Sloan Elementary School: 4121 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA 15668 724-327-5456 x3002 Principal: Tina Burns.

Heritage Elementary: 3240 School Road, Murrysville, PA 15668 724-327-5456 x7002 Principal: Robert Buffone School tax: 87.68

Freeport Communities served: Buffalo Township, Freeport, South Buffalo Administrative office: 621 S. Pike Road, Sarver, PA 16055 Phone: 724-295-5141 Website: www.freeport.k12.pa.us Superintendent: Chris M. DeVivo.

Program director: Larry Robb.

Business manager/board secretary: William L. Reilly Food Service Director: Mark Smith School/Student Events Coordinator/Athletic Director: Todd O’Shell Special Services Coordinator: Richard Burns Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds: Eric Mailki Technology Director: Ron Grove Solicitor: Matthew Hoffman (Tucker/Arensburg) School board: President — Mark Shoaf, First Vice President — Barbara Toy-Gaydos, Second Vice President — Daniel P. Lucovich, Treasurer — Michael Huth, Frank J. Borrelli, Christine Davies, Susan Lowers, Dr. John Marty, Frank C. Prazenica, Jr. Meetings: Committee meetings the first Wednesday of each month, regular meetings the second Wednesday of each month (except holidays) both at 7:30p.m. in the Freeport Area High School Audion Room 83.

Schools

Freeport Kindergarten Center: 408 High Street, Freeport, PA 16229 724-295-9250 Principal: Charles Kreinbucher South Buffalo Elementary School: 562 Freeport Road, Freeport, PA 16229 724-295-9510 Principal: Charles Kreinbucher Buffalo Elementary School: 500 Sarver Road, Sarver, PA 16055 724-353-9577 Principal: Steve Poleski Freeport Junior High School: 325 Fourth Street, Freeport, PA 16229 724-295-9020 Principal: Don Dell.

Freeport Senior High School 625 S. Pike Road, Sarver, PA 16055 724-295-5143 Principal: Jeffrey Lesko Dean of students: Michael Kleckner School tax: 52.7 for Armstrong County residents, 122.1 for Butler County residents

Highlands Communities served: Brackenridge, Fawn, Harrison, Tarentum Administrative Center: 1500 Pacific Avenue mailing address: P.O. Box 288 Natrona Heights, PA 15065 Phone: 724-226-2400 Website: www.goldenrams.com Secretary: Lisa Ray Acting Superintendent: Patrick Graczyk Director of pupil personnel services: Karen King Director of special education: Debra Lehew Business manager: Jon D. Rupert Solicitor: Ira Weiss Public Relations Manager: Misty Chybrzynski School board: President — Debbie Beale, Vice President — Carrie Fox, Laura Thimons, Ryan Hanford, Ronald Lang, William Krzton, Eric Miles, Jonathan Love, Michael Masarik Meetings: Agenda meeting is at 7p.m. the second Monday of each month at Highlands High School library; regular meeting is at 7p.m. the third Monday of month at the Highlands High School library, 1500 Pacific Ave., Natrona Heights.

724-224-4844 Principal: Ian Miller Grandview Upper Elementary School: 101 East Ninth Avenue, Tarentum, PA 15084 724-224-0300 Principal: Heather Hauser School tax: 26.41

Kiski Area Communities served: Allegheny, Bell, Parks & Washington Townships, Avonmore, East Vandergrift, Hyde Park, Oklahoma, Vandergrift Administrative offices: 240 Hyde Park Road Mailing address for all schools: 200 Poplar Stret, Vandergrift, PA 15690 Phone: 724-845-2022.

Website: www.kiskiarea.com Superintendent: John Meighan Assistant to the superintendent for grades K-12: Scott Koter Director of student support services: Ray Milke Business manager: Peggy Gillespie Solicitor: Andrews & Beard School board: President — Robert W. Keibler, Vice president — Keith L. Blayden, David M. Anderson, Elizabeth A. Kovach, Julie D. Hansen, AnnMarie Nagy, Benjamin Silverstri, James E. Summerville, Tamara A. Smail Meetings: Information meetings are held the Wednesday prior to the third Monday of the month at 7:30p.m. in the board room, Kiski Area Administration Building. The regular board meetings will be held the third Monday of the month, 7:30p.m. in the board room at the Kiski Area Administration building. No July meetings.

Schools

Kiski Area High School: 240 Hyde Park Road, Leechburg, Pa. 15656 724-845-8181

Principal: Chad Roland Kiski Area Intermediate School: 260 Hyde Park Road, Leechburg, PA 15656 724-845-2219 Principal: Jason Lohr Allegheny/Hyde Park Elementary School: 1048 School Road, Leechburg, PA 15656 724-845-3032 Principal: Christine Ross Bell-Avon Elementary School: 238 Stewart Street, Salina PA 15680 724-845-3032 Principal: Brian Kutchak Laurel Point Elementary School: 1141 Airport Road, Vandergrift, PA 15690 724-568-2552 Principal: Jeffery Jackson Mamont Elementary School: 230 Mamont Drive, Export, PA 15632 724-327-7107 Principal: Brian Kutchak Vandergrift Elementary School: 420 Franklin Avenue, Vandergrift, PA 15690 724-567-6706 Prinicipal: Pat Marchand Washington Elementary School: 4728 Route 66, Apollo, PA 15613 724-727-3426 Principal: Jeffery Jackson School tax: 40.73 for Armstrong County residents, 82.78 for Westmoreland County residents

Leechburg Communities served: Leechburg, West Leechburg, Gilpin Administrative office: 210 Penn Avenue, Leechburg, PA 15656 Phone: 724-842-9681 Website: www.leechburg.k12.pa.us

Superintendent: James A. Budzilek Business manager: Mark A. Lukacs Board secretary: Patricia Camp Solicitor: Robert A. Cinpinski Food service company: Nutrition Group School board: President — Terry Knepshield, Vice President — Jean Stull, Julie Batiz, Neill Brady, David Matuscin, Danielle Reinke, Carlotta Del Vecchio, Brian Ravotti, Anthony Shea.

Meetings: The board meets in regular session at 7p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month in the J.D. Orr Board Room. An agenda meeting is held at 7p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Committee meetings as needed.

Schools

Leechburg Area Junior/ Senior High School: 215 First Street, Leechburg, PA 15656 724-842-0571 Principal: Matthew Kruluts.

David Leech Elementary School: 200 Siberian Ave., Leechburg, PA 15656 724-845-6071 Principal: Matthew Kruluts.

School tax: 64.49 mills for Armstrong County residents, 106.56 for Westmoreland

Lenape Technical Communities served: Provides training and education to students in the following school districts: Apollo-Ridge, Armstrong, Freeport and Leechburg Central Administration: 2215 Chaplin Avenue, Ford City, PA 16226 Website: www.lenapetech.net Administrative director: Dawn Kocher-Taylor Special programs coordinator: Carla Thimons Dean of students: James Purtell

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Highlands High School: 1500 Pacific Avenue Natrona Heights, PA 15065 724-226-1000 Principal: Catherine Russo Asst. Principal: Shawn Bennis Highlands Middle School: 1350 Broadview Boulevard Natrona Heights, PA 15065 724-226-0600 Principal: Charles Mort Asst. Principal: Deborah Beucker Fairmount Primary Center: 1060 Atlantic Avenue, Brackenridge, PA 15014 724-224-5880 Principal: Ian Miller Fawn Primary Center: 5591 Ridge Road, Natrona Heights, PA 15065 TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

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Guidance Counselor: Michele Sonney Tech. Prep. Facilitator/Counselor: Daniel Jones Health and Safety Services Facilitator: Kathy Bartolovic Job Placement / Transportation Coordinator: Don Myers Technology Coordinator: Lars Rosell Technology Assistant: Jason Metro Superintendent of Record: Mr. Chris DeVivo Solicitor: Lee V. Price Board Secretary: Deborah K. Saxion Joint Operating Committee Members: Chairman - Joseph Close, Vice Chairwoman - Jean Stull, D. Royce Smeltzer, Linda Walker, John Marty, Julie Batiz, Daniel Lucovich, Sharon Jaworskyj, Forrest Schultz - Treasurer Meetings: Joint operating committee meets at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of the month.

Information from www.lenapetech.net.

New Kensington Arnold Communities served: Arnold, New Kensington Administrative offices: 707 Stevenson Boulevard, New Kensington, PA 15068 Phone: 724-335-4401 Website: www.nkasd.com Superintendent: John Pallone Director of administrative services: Jeff McVey Board secretary: Audrey Sleigh Solicitor: Anthony Vigilante (Paletta, Pagliari and Vigilante) School board:President — Robert Pallone, Vice President — Jason Fularz, Treasurer — Liney Glenn, Marilyn Claassen, Eric Doutt, Debbie Glushenko, Regina Namey, Patrick Petit, George Zavadak Meetings: Meets the at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month.

Schools

Valley High School: 703 Stevenson Boulevard, New Kensington, PA 15068 724-337-4536 Principal:John Banko Vice Principal: Jeffrey Thimons Valley Middle School: 1701 Alcoa Drive, Arnold, PA 15068 724-335-2511 Principal: Patrick Nee Vice Principal: Todd Kutchak Martin Elementary School: 1800 Seventh Street Road, New Kensington, PA 15068 724-335-3167 Principal: Donna Holtzman H.D. Berkey Intermediate School: 1739 Victoria Avenue., Arnold, PA 15068 724-335-1713 Principal: Thomas Rocchi Fort Crawford Elementary School: 255 Third Street, New Kensington, PA 15068 724-337-8851 Principal: Thomas Rocchi Greenwald Elementary School: 110 Elmtree Road, New Kensington, PA 15068 724-335-6271 Principal: Donna Holtzman School tax: 74.7 mills

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Plum Communities served: Plum Central Administration: 900 Elicker Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15239 Phone: 412-795-0100 Website: www.pbsd.k12.pa.us Superintendent: Lillian Naccarati Solicitor: Andrews & Price Assistant Superintendent: Tim Glasspool Director of business affairs: Eugene J. Marraccini Facilities supervisor: ARAMARK Assistant facilities supervisor: Dennis McDade Food Services Supervisor: Maryann Lazzaro Supervisor of Special Education: Cheryl Levin Transportation Supervisor: Tom Zeminski Athletic Director: Bob Alpino School pyschologist: Dawn Andrews Director of Technology: Ed Hela School Board:President — Kevin Dowdell, Vice President — Tim McGough, Treasurer — Andrew Drake, Sal Colella, Jeff Matthews, Rose McGuirk, Shane McMasters, Jeff Russo, Loretta White MeetingsRegular meeting is at 7p.m. last Tuesday of each month in the senior high school auditorium.

Schools

Plum Senior High School: 900 Elicker Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15239 412-795-4880 Principal: Ryan Kociela Oblock Junior High School: 440 Presque Isle Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15239 724-733-2400 Principal: Joseph Fishell Adlai Stevenson Elementary School: 313 Holiday Park Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15239 724-733-1500 Principal: Jason Knisley Center Elementary School: 201 Center-New Texas Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15239 724-795-4420 Principal: Judith Mahoney Holiday Park Elementary School: 4795 Havana Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15239 412-795-4430 Principal: Francis Sciullo Regency Park Elementary School: 606 Millers Lane, Pittsburgh, PA 15239 412-795-0660 Substitute Principal: Cheryl Levin Pivik Elementary School: 100 School Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15239 412-795-4580 Principal: Gail Yamnitzky School tax: 22.2 mills

Riverview Communities served: Oakmont, Verona Administrative office: 300 701 Tenth Street, Oakmont, PA 1513 Website: www.rsd.k12.pa.us Superintendent: Margaret DiNinno Solicitor: Matthew Hoffman (Tucker/Arensberg) Director of Student Achievement: Lynn Black

Food Service Director: Alan Donnelly Business manager: Frank Thompson Director of Special Education: Susan C. Wiegand Technology Director: Robert Dunkle School board:President — John Hackworth, Vice President — Dave Kadylak, Lisa Ashbaugh, Heidi Dolan, Arlene Loeffler, Maureen McClure, Ernie Tillman, Dori Tompa, Lois Vitti Meetings:Study sessions held the second Monday of the month in the central office conference room, regular meetings held the third Monday of the month in the high school library.

Schools

Riverview Junior/Senior High School: 100 Hulton Road, Oakmont, PA 15139 Principal: Jay Moser Assistant Principal: Tiffany Nix Tenth Street Elementary School: 901 Pennsylvania Avenue, Oakmont, PA 15139 Principal: David Zolkowski Verner Elementary School: 700 First Street, Verona, PA 15147 Principal: Jason Shoaf School tax: 22.355

South Butler Communities served: Saxonburg, Clinton, Jefferson & Winfied Townships Administrative offices: 328 Knoch Road, Saxonburg PA 16056 Phone: 724-352-1700 Website: www.southbutler.org Superintendent: Dale Lumley Assistant superintendent: Mike Leitera Business manager: Debbie Brandstetter Solicitor: Thomas King III Administrative assistant: Jason Davidek School board: President — Nelda Burd, Vice President — Debra Miller, Treasurer — Richard Sefton, Matthew Cimbala, Dale Fennell, James Jones, Jackie Pfeiffer, Rick Roberts, Linda Rieck Meetings: Agenda meetings are the first Wednesday of each month; regular business meetings are the second Wednesday of each month; both at 7p.m. in the library in Knoch Middle School.

Schools

Knoch High School: 345 Knoch Road, Saxonburg, PA 16056 724-352-1700, x6 Principal: Todd Trofimuk Knoch Middle School: 754 Dinnerbell Road, Saxonburg, Pa. 16056 724-352-1700, x7 Principal: Frank Moxie South Butler Intermediate Elementary School: 340 Knoch Road, Saxonburg, Pa. 16056 724-352-1700, x8 Principal: Rich Cavett South Butler Primary School: 328 Knoch Road, Saxonburg, Pa. 16056 724-352-1700, x9 Principal: Greg Hajek School tax: 93.28 mills TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

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Armstrong Farms 1020 Ekastown Road, Saxonburg, PA 15056 724-352-2858 Butterfly House 1259 Sarver Road, Sarver, PA 16055 724-353-8665 Doone's Inn at Oakmont 300 Route 909, Verona, PA 15147 412-828-0410 Inn On Vine Bed and Breakfast 241 Vine Street, Kittanning, PA 16201 724-545-7744 Jenny's Guest Room 246 Main Street, Saxonburg, PA 16056 724-352-7666 Maggie West Bed and Breakfast 605 Pittsburgh Street, Springdale, PA 15144 724-274-8906 Mainstay at Saxonburg 214 West Main Street, Saxonburg, PA 16056 724-360-2651 Myers Bed and Breakfast 174 Columbia Avenue, Vandergrift, PA 15690 724-568-2615 1876 Bed and Breakfast 321 Markle Road, Apollo, PA 15613 724-727-3846 Anthony's Longfellow Hotel 532 Longfellow Street, Vandergrift, PA 15690 724-568-9972

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Clarion Hotel New Kensington 300TarentumBridgeRoad, NewKensington,PA15068 724-335-9171 Comfort Inn & Suites 180 Gamma Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 1-866-215-6641 Country Manor Motel 4168 State Route 66, Apollo, PA 15613 724-727-3431 Crossroads Inn & Motel 1127 State Route 356, Leechburg, PA 15656 724-842-0741 Days Inn Harmarville 6 Landings Drive, Harmarville, PA 15238 412-828-5400 Holiday Inn Express and Suites Kittanning 13 Hilltop Plaza, Kittanning , PA 16201 724-543-5200

Holiday Inn Express Murrysville-Delmont 6552 Route 22, Delmont, PA 15626 724-468-1050 Holiday Inn Express North 10 Landings Drive, Harmarville, PA 15238 412-828-9300 Lake's Roadhouse 2847 River Road, Vandergrift, PA 15690 724-567-5405 Quality Inn Pittsburgh North 2801 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 412-828-9400 Quality Inn Royle Kittanning 405 Butler Road, Kittanning, PA 16201 724-543-1159 Rodeway Inn Kittanning 13607 State Route 422, Kittanning, PA 16201 724-543-1100 SpringHill Suites Pittsburgh Mills 3015 Pittsburgh Mills Boulevard,Tarentum, PA 15084 724-274-1064 Super 8 Delmont 180 Sheffield Drive, Delmont, PA 15626 1-800-454-3213 Super 8 Pittsburgh Harmarville 8 Landings Drive, Harmarville, PA 15238 412-828-8900 Super 8 Pittsburgh Monroeville 1807 Route 286, Plum, PA 15239 724-733-8008

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hen they say "all aboard" at the Kiski Junction Railroad, they mean it. The railroad not only hauls freight for the Allegheny Ludlum Bagdad plant and coal for Rosebud Mining, it also serves as a tourist railroad, offering a ride on the rails to all from June to October. Those on its tourist rides can sit in an open flat car, a caboose or an old fashioned Pullman coach.

Kiski Junction is the only a g in mak e train before oad checks th ip. ilr sh railRa wn n To tio in nc lp in Gi e Kiski Ju Bagdad plant The crew of th heny Ludlum leg road Al e th to n ru in the immediate area offering tourist rides, according to Bob Reddinger, the railroad's supervisor of operations. The station, located in the Schenley section of Gilpin Township, offers snacks and a gift shop.

Many who take the trip are train buffs. Others go to enjoy

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tion Railroad offers an affo rdable tour an views in Octo d the Fall Folia ber are most ge popular.

the scenery. "It's a nice view of the Kiski River, there's trees on both sides," said railroad volunteer Bev Bish. "It's quite comfortable on the train. We don't move fast, but we move at a pace that keeps the air moving."

Fall is the most popular time for the railroad. Reservations are required then, because tickets sell out quickly, going to riders interested in seeing the fall foliage from a different point of view. Nighttime rides are offered around Halloween. While its tourist season ends in October, the Kiski Junction Railroad opens up for two Saturdays around Christmas time for a holiday ride complete with hot chocolate and cookies.

Kiski Junction Railroad is located at 130 Railroad Street, Schenley. For more information, call 724-295-5577, send an email to info@kiskijunction.com or visit www.kiskijunction.com.

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Casino Theatre

Todd Nature Reserve

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ith five miles of hiking trails through the forest, plus streams and a pond, the Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania's Todd Nature Reserve provides a retreat from the city and suburbs.

"Todd Nature reserve is a natural jewel, just miles north of Pittsburgh," said Rachel Handel, spokeswoman for the ASWP. "It's incredible to experience the difference a short drive makes -- from the bustle of downtown to a serene environment filled with birds, butterflies and wildflowers. The hiking trails enable visitors to truly escape into the natural watch the bird feeder in world to relax and recharge."

A bird sits on e ture Reserv out at Todd Na Township.

Land for the Buffalo Townlo ffa South Bu ship nature reserve was donated to the Audubon Society by noted orinthologist W.E. Clyde Todd beginning with a parcel in 1942. Todd served as

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he Three Stooges, the Lone Ranger and president William Howard Taft are just a few of the notable figures who visited the Casino Theatre in Vandergrift.

Considered to be Southwestern Pennsylvania's oldest operating theater, the Casino has hosted everyone from vaudeville performers to jazz greats in its 112-year history.

After its initial run as a live performance venue, it became a movie theater.

When that closed, the theater was threatened with demolition. In 1992 group of dedicated community members volunteered to restore the interior Greek Revival shows off the e nt rra Fe y Anthon Theater. of the Casino style building.

The theater opened again for performances in 1995.

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ture Reserve Curator of Birds the Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh.

The 176-acre reserve is considered to be a significant natural resource in Pennsylvania, according to the ASWP. It is part of the organization's "Buffalo Valley Important Bird Area" program and also the Buffalo Creek Conservation Plan. The organization's management philosophy includes promotion of education, nature study and passive recreation.

Minimal development protects the reserve's natural areas.

Public walks led by a naturalist and special programs on local flora and fauna are offered at the reserve throughout the year.

Todd Nature Reserve is located off of South Pike Road (Route 356) in Buffalo Township. For more information, call 412-963-6100 or visit www.aswp.org.

concerts and popular musical acts.

"The theater is designed so well that a whisper on stage can be heard in the last seat in the balcony," Bottegal said. "There's an amazing atmosphere in the building. There's a great deal of history in there and we feel an awesome responsibility to preserve that history."

Many of the theater's events, he said, now involve families. An annual favorite is its "Hometown Christmas" show. About 100 gather each year to stage the performances, which include all types of holiday music.

"Many of us have watched our children grow up in the theater," he said. "It's a second home to everyone involved."

The Casino Theatre is located at 145 Lincoln Ave., Vandergrift. For more information, call 724-567-5000 or visit www.casinotheatre.org.

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Wagman Observatory

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nce used a lookout by Native American tribes, a hill in Deer Lakes Park is again a popular vantage point, but this time, for those who are looking not out, but up.

At 1,340 feet, the hill is one of the highest points in Allegheny County. That, coupled with its distance from urban areas which cause light pollution, makes it a perfect location for the Nicholas E. Wagman Observatory.

Owned and operated by the Amateur Asr tronomers Association of a Star Party fo e telescope at Visitors use th tronomers Association of Pittsburgh, the observaAs in the Amateur Observatory tory is the location of the Wagman er.

Pittsburgh at az Fr , rk Pa public events called star Deer Lakes parties hosted by the association, as well as its members' own observation activities. Those who stop by to see the stars can peer into the night sky using either one of the observatory's two large telescopes or

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esigned to recreate the atmosphere of market day at a village during the 1750s, the Penn's Colony Festival has been bringing history to life for nearly 30 years.

Its Clinton Township Penn's Colony Village offers a place uniquely designed for the festival, which takes place the last two weekends in September. The event features music, food, reenactors and crafts and recreates the merriment of the colonial era's "Publick Tymes" on its 12 shade-covered acres.

"We're not just epare a cannon another arts and Re-enactors pr y Festival at Penn’s Colon crafts show," said Beth Rush, one of the festival's organizers. "It's designed for people to people to feel like they are kind of discovering a new, intimate environment every time they turn a corner."

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A visitor looks

at the moon th rough the 21-in ch Manka Mem at a previous orial Telescope Wagman Win terfest.

portable ones which its members set up.

"They just really enjoy looking through the telescope and seeing some of these things with their own eyes," said John Holtz, AAAP president.

Among the sights to see are star clusters, craters on the moon and planets, like Saturn, which, Holtz said, surprises many by looking just as they imagined, rings and all. At star parties, he noted, members of the AAAP are happy to share their knowledge with attendees, whether they are looking for information on the finer points of stargazing or the heavenly bodies themselves.

Wagman Observatory is located at 225 Kurn Road, Tarentum. For more information, visit www. 3ap.org, call 724224-2510 or email aaap@3ap.org.

children's activities and food vendors.

Presentations demonstrate early American crafts and trades as well as life and politics of the times.

Many of the event's 200 crafters carry on timeless traditions with their handmade pieces. Exhibitors dress in period clothing and sell their wares against a historical backdrop that recalls the era of the French and Indian War, a pivotal time in not only American history, but local history.

"They were just ordinary people caught up with very extraordinary possibilities," Rush said. This one time of year, we kind of bring it out to the forefront."

Penn's Colony Village is located at 365 Saxonburg Boulevard, Saxonburg. For more information, call 724-352-9922, send an email to penns@consolidated.net or visit www.pennscolony.com.

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Renshaw Farm

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very October, the Renshaw Farm in South Buffalo Township offers up fun for the whole family with its Pumpkin Fest.

Festival favorites include wagon rides, hot apple cider and, of course, a pumpkin patch. The event takes place every weekend of the month, beginning this year on October 6.

Visitors can buy decorative Indian corn, gourds and corn stalks andhave some fun getting lost in a corn mpkin!

The perfect pu maze. Among attractions are facepainting and a duck pond. Special surprise guests, from cartoon favorites to Santa Claus, have been known to make an appearance at thefestival.

Some tasty treats the festival serves up are

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our-Ed Mine lets visitors get deep into the history of coal mining with a museum, a classroom and even a trip underground into an actual mine.

Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and slightly earlier for school tours, Tour-Ed was once the site of a working mine. Coal from the mine was used by local steel plants and power companies. After modifications for comfort and safety, the mine was opened for tours in 1970.

For general manager Rich Zalika, Tour-Ed offers a way to share history and information about the coal industry with those of eyor that a shaker conv in the all ages. s ow sh ll da Raymond Woo e coal from 1936 to 1945 ov "You get to see was used to m Tour-Ed Mine. from the days of the pick and shovel all the way to 2012," he said. "We talk about coal mining from the 1800s all the way up to the present."

On a typical tour, a group of up to 28 individuals gets the chance to learn about things like mining safety and equipment, as well as coal and its uses.

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Angus burgers and hotdogs, apple dumplings and ice cream. Established in 1834, the Renshaw Farm is a working farm operated by the sixth generation of the family. In addition to selling Black Angus cattle and hay, the farm's owners also host special events from weddings to church picnics.

Renshaw Farm is located at 314 Ford City Road, Freeport, PA 16229. For more information, call 724-295-3950 or 724-448-7646, or visit www.renshawfarms.com.

Sources: www.renshawfarms.com, Armstrong County Tourist Bureau (www.armstrongcounty.com).

After a classroom presentation, visitors get to ride in an actual coal car down into the mine, about a quarter of a mile underground, Zalika said. They get to get out and walk around, experiencing the conditions a coal miner works in and seeing some actual coal mining equipment. "Most of them come out saying it's more than they ever expected," he said.

The mine also offers museum that represents the home and life of a coal miner in the 1850's -- the time period when the mine on site began operation.

The museum includes historical pieces like general store items and tools.

Tour-Ed mine is located at 748 Bull Creek Road, Tarentum. For more information, call 724-224-4720, send an email to info@tour-edmine.com or visit www.tour-edmine.com.

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Crooked Creek Lake

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oating, swimming and picnicking are just a few of the ways to spend the day at Crooked Creek State Park, which is located in Burrell Township just about seven miles from the spot in the Ford City area where Crooked Creek meets the Allegheny River.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, a visit to Crooked Creek Lake can be a rewarding experience. The lake and its miles of scenic shoreline provide unlimited opportunities for water-based recreation. A boat launch with ample trailer parking is available for boating and water-skiing. Swimmers and sunbathers will especially appreciate the lake’s sandy, peninsula beach.

The great variety and abundance of fish found in the lake has lured many fishermen to its waters. Crooked Creek Lake has yielded many fine catches of bass, muskie, sun. rk Pa k Lake Crooked Cree fish, and crappie.

The beach at Picnicking is also available at Crooked Creek Lake. There are several picnic areas maintained by the Corps that provide tables and charcoal grills.

The six picnic shelters are centrally located and also have picnic tables and grills.

A facility that is growing in popularity is the Crooked Creek Environmental Learning Center. This facility is utilized by groups interested in the environment as well as

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other agencies and the Corps of Engineers for meetings and training programs. This facility is operated by the Armstrong Educational Trust.

For the hunter, an abundance of wildlife can be found in the surrounding countryside. Hunting is permitted on lake lands with the exception of developed recreation areas and posted areas.

The long-distance hiker will enjoy the 141- mile Baker Trail which crosses Crooked Creek Lake on its course through western Pennsylvania. There are shorter hiking trails available also.

Campers will discover that Crooked Creek Lake’s campground offers a changeof pace from the everyday routine of urban life. Tent andtrailer campsites are provided, as well as a group camping area.

Crooked Creek Lake is a haven for cold weather recreationalists. The park boasts two ice skating ponds, a sled riding area, and cross country skiing. There are also many areas in which to take a winter walk and enjoy the scenery and solitude only available during this time of year.

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Crooked Creek Horse Park

Allegheny Township Allegheny Presbyterian Church, Mount Hope Church of God Apollo Apollo Assembly of God, Apollo Faith Chapel, Apollo United Presbyterian Church, Bible Presbyterian Church of Apollo, Calvary Bible Church, First Baptist Church, First Evangelical Lutheran Church, First United Church of Christ, New Life Baptist Church, Shiloh Baptist Church Arnold All Saints Roman Catholic Church, Arnold United Methodist Church, Bethlehem Temple Faith Church, Calvary Lutheran Church, First Assembly of God, Harvest Baptist Church, Holy Virgin Orthodox Church, John Huss Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mission of Hope Church, New Life Church, St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic Church Aspinwall Community United Methodist Church, St. Scholastica Roman Catholic Church, United Presbyterian Church Avonmore First Baptist Church, First Presbyterian

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rooked Creek Horse Park, operated by the Fort Armstrong Horseman’s Association, Inc., has much to offer to the horse enthusiast.

The park is 97.5 acres and lies within the Crooked Creek Park and Lake system. The horse park is a multi-use facility and offers just about everything for the horse lover, including horse shows, fun shows, trail and endurance riding, clinics, a full scale rodeo and much more.

There is full hook-up and primitive camping space. Fees are based on types of usage. The rse Park. park has restHo k ee Cr d Ride at Crooke Charity Poke rooms with showers. We also have a full service kitchen on the park grounds. The kitchen is usually open during park events. There are several restaurants and hotels within a few miles of the park.

There are three barns with a total of 198 stalls.

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Church, Hebron Lutheran Church, St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church Bell ehovah Witnesses Avonmore Congregation, Salina Bible Church, Truxall Pentecostal Holiness Church Bethel Township Bethel Lutheran Church, Crooked Creek Presbyterian Church, Homewood Baptist Church Blawnox Hoboken Presbyterian Church, St. Edward Roman Catholic Brackenridge First Church of God, Salvation Army, Shiloh Baptist Church, St. Barnabas Epis-

copal Church, St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Trinity United Methodist Church Buffalo Township Buffalo United Presbyterian, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Emory United Methodist Chapel, Evangel Heights Assembly of God, Expressway Baptist Church, Free Methodist Church, Lighthouse Fellowship, Sarver Brethren Church, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wesleyan Methodist Church, Zion United Methodist Church Burrell Township Cochran's Mills United Methodist Church, St. Michael Lutheran Church in Brick Church Cadogan Cadogan Union Church Cheswick Cheswick Christian Fellowship Church, Cheswick Presbyterian Church Clinton Township Christ Is the Answer Chapel, Clinton United Presbyterian Church, New Hope Baptist Church, New Life Christian Ministries, Saxonburg Congregation of Jehovah Witnesses, Westminster United Presbyterian Church

There are approximately 35-40 miles of permanently marked trails with two long loops of approximately 18 and 35 miles and several smaller loops.

The trail system is maintained by volunteers. The trails are challenging with lots of short hills and no long climbs. Water is plentiful, terrain is varied with many stream crossings, pipelines, woodsy trails, some rocky areas and mud. Maps of the trails are available at the Park Information Center.

Crooked Creek Horse Park is separate from the main park, Crooked Creek Park and Lake, which is operated by the Army Corp of Engineers and is located about a mile (within walking distance) from the horse park. There is a large beach with swimming, boating, fishing and other recreational activities.

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East Deer Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, Janes United Methodist Church, Vermont Baptist Church East Franklin Cornerstone Assembly of God, Cowansville Presbyterian Church, Faith United Presbyterian Church, Free Methodist Church, Furnace Run Chapel, Grace Baptist Church, Harvest Community Church, Montgomeryville Baptist Church, Salem Baptist Church, Victory Baptist Church, West Glade Run Presbyterian Church East Vandergrift Our Lady Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Church Fawn Center United Methodist Church, Harvest Baptist Church, Millerstown United Methodist Church, Pleasant Unity United Presbyterian Church Ford City Brick Church Lutheran, Christ Prince of Peace Church, Church of God Prophecy, Cochran's Mill Church, First Baptist Church, First Presbyterian Church, Ford Memorial United Methodist Church, Heilman Emanuel, Holy Trinity Church, New Life Center Assembly of God, Second Baptist Church, St. John's Lutheran of Ford City, St. Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church, United Rockville Lutheran Church Fox Chapel Faith United Methodist Church, Fox Chapel Episcopal Church, Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Frazer Riverside Community Church Freeport St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, Trinity Lutheran Church, United Methodist Church, United Presbyterian Church Gilpin Christ the King Roman Catholic Church, Forks-Zion Lutheran Church, Second Baptist Church Harmar Christian Missionary Alliance Church, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, Sons of God Motorcycle Club Clubhouse Ministries, St.,Francis Roman Catholic Church, Valley Gospel Church Harrison Allegheny Valley Baptist Church, Calvary Baptist Church, Church of the Brethren, Faith Lutheran Church, Grace United Methodist Church, Jehovah's Witness Natrona Heights Congregation, Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church, Natrona Heights Presbyterian Church, St. John Lutheran Church, St. Joseph Roman Catholic Parish, St. Ladislaus Roman Catholic Church Hyde Park Hyde Park Church of Christ Indiana Township Adat Shalom Temple, Dorseyville Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, Jerusalem Church of God in Christ, Indi-

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anola United Presbyterian Church, Pine Creek Presbyterian Church, St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, Trinity United Church of Christ, Walter Chapel Methodist Church Jefferson Township Calvary Baptist Church, Christian Missionary Alliance Church, Christ is the Answer Chapel, Hannahstown Road Baptist Church, Holy Trinity Monastery, Jefferson Center United Presbyterian Church, St. Elias Greek Orthodox Church, St. Luke Lutheran Church, Summit United Presbyterian Church, Thorncreek United Methodist Church Kiski Township Boiling Springs Presbyterian Church, First Baptist Church, Free Methodist Church, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Morningstar Baptist Church, Spring Church Evangelical Lutheran Church, Solid Rock Church of God, St. James Roman Catholic Church Kittanning First Baptist Church, First Church of God, First Church of the Nazarene, First United Methodist Church, Grace Presbyterian Church, Kittanning Church of God, St. John's Lutheran Church, St. Luke's United

Church of Christ, St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, St. Paul Episcopal Church, Salvation Army, Union Avenue Methodist Church Leechburg Calvary United Presbyterian Church, Christ the King Roman Catholic Parish, Cross Roads Community Presbyterian Church, First Baptist Church, First Lutheran Church, First United Methodist Church, Hebron Lutheran Church, Holy Innocents Episcopal Church, Kiski Valley Assembly of God Lower Burrell Bethel Community United Methodist, Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church, Braeburn United Methodist Church, Church of God, Grace Community Presbyterian Church, Hillcrest Alliance Church, Lower Burrell Baptist Church, Puckety Presbyterian Church, St. Margaret Mary Roman Catholic Church, Trinity United Christian Church Manor Township Alliance Church, Appleby Manor Presbyterian Church, Church of Christ, Faith Cathedral, First Baptist Church, Rosston Union Sunday School

Manorville Grace Lutheran Church, Manorville United Methodist Church Murrysville Calvary Lutheran Church, Christ Lutheran Church, Cornerstone Ministries Church, Emmanuel Evangelical Luthern Church, Emmanuel Reformed United Church of Christ, First Presbyterian Church, First United Methodist Church, Free Gospel Church, Mother of Sorrows Roman Catholic Church, Murrysville Alliance Church, Murrysville Community Church, Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church, St. Albans Episcopal Church, Word Of Grace Fellowship, Denmark Manor United Church of Christ, East Suburban Unitarian Universalist Church, Keystone Christian Church New Kensington Abundant Life Fellowship, Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Bibleway Christian Fellowship Church, Canaan First Baptist Church, Church of Christ, First Baptist Church, First Christian Missionary Alliance Church, First Church of God, First Evangelical Lutheran Church, First United Methodist Church, Harvest Baptist Church, Jehovah's Witnesses Congregation, Logan's Ferry United Presbyterian Church, Maranatha Bible Church, Mount St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Puckety United Presbyterian Church, The River - A Community Church, Salvation Army, St. Andrew Episcopal Church, St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, St. James AME Church, St. John Orthodox Catholic Church, St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Trinity Fellowship Church, Trinity United Christian Church, United Presbyterian Church of New Kensington North Apollo First Church of God North Buffalo Township Center Hill Church of the Brethren, Christ Our Rock Bible Church, Guardian Angel Church, New Hope Assembly of God, North Buffalo Grace Brethren Church, Pauline Father's Monastery, Reformed Presbyterian Church, Union Baptist Church O'Hara St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church Oakmont Holy Dormition, Oakmont Methodist Church, Oakmont Presbyterian Church, Plum Creek Pentecostal Church of Oakmont, Redeemer Lutheran Church, Riverside Community Church, St. Irenaeus Roman Catholic Church, St.Paul Baptist Church, St. Thomas Episcopal Church Oklahoma Faith Lutheran Church Parks Township King's Deliverance Holiness Church, Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Pleasant View Brethren Church, St. Paul Highfield Lutheran Church TRIB-TOTAL MEDIA

Plum Bible Baptist Church, Christian Missionary Alliance Church, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Holiday Park Baptist Church, Holiday Park United Methodist Church, Jubilee International Ministries, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Our Lady of Joy, Pittsburgh East Full Gospel Church, Plum Creek Presbyterian Church, St. Januarius Roman Catholic Church, St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Unity Presbyterian Church, Unitarian Universalist Church Saxonburg Saxonburg Memorial United Presbyterian Church, St. Luke Lutheran Church Sharpsburg, First English Lutheran Church, Madonna of Jerusalem Roman Catholic Church, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Sharpsburg Family Worship Center , St. John Cantius Church, St. Mary Church South Buffalo Clinton Presbyterian Church, Cornerstone Baptist Church, Rogers Chapel, Slate Lick Reformed Presbyterian Church, Sowers Chapel, Srader Grove United Presbyterian Church, United Presbyterian Church, United Presbyterian Church of Slate Lick Springdale Borough St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church, St. Mark Lutheran Church, Springdale Methodist Church, Springdale Open Bible Church, Springdale United Presbyterian Church

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Church, Holy Martyrs Roman Catholic Parish, St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Sts. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Tarentum Church of Christ Verona Christadelphian Ecclesia of Pittsburgh,

Verona First United Methodist Church, Verona United Presbyterian Church, St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Trinity Lutheran Church Upper Burrell Community Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of New Kensington, Jesus Apostolic Church, Manchester Hill Reformed Presbyterian Church Vandergrift Church of God, First Reformed Church of the United Church of Christ, First Baptist Church, First United Methodist Church, Grace Community Cathedral, The Salvation Army, St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Vandergrift Presbyterian Church Washington Township Community Church of Pine Run, Poke Run Presbyterian Church, Union United Presbyterian Church West Deer Bairdford United Methodist Church, Bull Creek Presbyterian Church, Curtisville Presbyterian Church, Deer Creek United Presbyterian Church, Deer Lakes Church of the Nazarene, East Union Presbyterian Church, St. Michael Orthodox Church, St. Victor Roman Catholic Church, Transfiguration Roman Catholic Church, West Deer Bible Church West Kittanning West Kittanning Grace Brethren Church West Leechburg St. Michael Ukrainian

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