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Communities make security a top priority By Deana Carpenter Staff writer dcarpenter@thealmanac.net

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In their Mt. Lebanon home, Tom and Phyllis Etzel look at pictures of their niece, Katie, who perished in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on America.

Ashes of 9/11

Mt. Lebanon man’s foundation fosters peace By Deana Carpenter Staff writer dcarpenter@thealmanac.net

Fostering peace among children is a main goal of the Global Peace Building Foundation (GPBF). Tom Etzel of Mt. Lebanon started the organization to “advocate peace building” after the Sept. 11 tragedy struck him personally. Etzel lost not only his niece, Katie McCloskey, but his high school friend, Ken Waldie, in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

McCloskey, 25, was working on the 97th floor of the World Trade Center that day when American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower. A Bethel Park graduate, Waldie was aboard that jet. According to Etzel and his wife, Phyllis, McCloskey always wanted to live in New York City. In fact, the South Bend, Ind., resident had just started her job two months prior to the attacks. She worked three-days-a-week at the World Trade Center.

Connor Blocklin, 4, challenges his brother, Jeremy, 8, to a serious game of pinball at Bethel Park Community Day Sept. 7. The brothers and their parents, Linda and Craig, had a “fun” time. Next to pinball, the boys said the “bouncy house” was their favorite attraction.

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Entering any of the five Peters Township School District buildings takes a little more time, but the extra procedure is to ensure the safety of the students inside. Previously, those wishing to enter a building, from any of the elementary schools to the high school, spoke into a small box outside the entrance doors and provided a brief summary of why he or she needed to enter. The door would buzz and the visitor would enter. Beginning with the current school year, those

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in Boston. During the oneyear program, Etzel became close with his classmates, many of whom were from all over the world. Some are members of the GPBF’s advisory board. The foundation also has a Pittsburgh-based board of directors. While at school, Etzel said he “came up with a vision of what to do.” That was to create a grass-roots organization geared toward peace. After completing the Tufts’ program in SEE PEACE PAGE A3

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“She was a great gal and got to live her dream,” Mrs. Etzel said. After the tragedy, Etzel said he wanted to do something to help spread peace throughout the world. In 2006, he had his “Ah ha” moment to start a foundation after attending a graduation ceremony where the speaker talked about global peace. In 2009, Etzel enrolled in a mid-career master’s program at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University

This year marks the 12th anniversary since the Sept. 11 terrorists attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. Although no local threat has been made, there has been heightened international “chatter” among terror groups, and in August, an Al-Queda threat closed United States embassies in the Middle East. Still, local communities are continuing to train to keep up with anything that may arise. Ken Truver, chief of police in the Borough of Castle Shannon said his department constantly reminds residents that if they see something to say something. “This is a common mantra we use to echo Homeland Security’s message, but we use it for everyday crime prevention efforts,” Truver said. Truver added that at the local level, “we are more concerned about keeping our residents safe from the criminal element. We ask our residents to call police immediately if they see suspicious people, vehicles or activity.” At least one local community has gone as far as having a police officer present at all board of commissioners meetings. “It was my call,” explained Ryan Eggleston, manager of South Fayette

Township. He said having an officer regularly attend meetings is a “smart precaution” in light of what happened in August at a municipal meeting in Ross Township near Philadelphia. In that incident, a gunman opened fire and killed three people. The assailant, who’s property was run down, had code enforcement issues with the township. Eggleston said given that incident, an officer will be present at township meetings until further notice. Truver attends most council meetings in Castle Shannon as a resource officer. Mt. Lebanon’s police chief, Coleman McDonough also attends council meetings in that municipality. In Mt. Lebanon, Lt. Aaron Lauth said the department provides security at activities like sporting events at the school district. “We normally provide security at events where there are lots of people,” he said. Local communities are also always looking to maintain the most up-todate training. “We strive to provide our personnel with the latest technology, equipment and training to keep them and our constituents safe,” Truver said. In Mt. Lebanon, “Our officers regularly go through training,” Lauth said. He added that the type of SEE PRIORITY PAGE A3

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A visitor hits a button to access a Peters Township school building.

wishing to enter will be viewed on camera by staff members in the school office. Unlike drive-through banks, the camera works only one way. Visitors hoping to enter a building will be seen by the staff, but the visitor will be unable to see the staff, said Shelly Belcher, district spokes-

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woman. Installation of the cameras was not in response to any threat, but rather an extra step to provide as much security as possible. Buildings where the cameras are installed include the high school, middle school and Pleasant Valley, McMurray and Bower Hill elementary schools. The administration building, however, does not have the same security measures taken at buildings where students are present. District employees such as teachers and administrators have swipe cards specific to the buildings. Substitute teachers are SEE PT PAGE A3

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COMMUNITY NEWS DEATHS

ACROSS THE SOUTH HILLS Bethel Park

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Animal Care & Welfare Inc., along with Christ United Methodist Church Hearts and Paws Pet Ministry will offer a rabies, microchip and nail clips clinic from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 14 at the church located on Highland Road. Cost per pet is $10 for rabies shots, $35 for microchips and $10 for nail clips. Call 412-277-1096 or visit www. animalcareandwelfare.com. Proceeds benefit Animal Care & Welfare’s low-cost spay/neuter program and Christ U.M. Hearts and Paws Pet Ministry. • The Bethel Park School District is looking for volunteers to serve on its Comprehensive Plan Committee (formerly called the Strategic Plan). Needed are two parents, two local business people and two members of the community to serve on this committee. Representatives must be able to attend a meeting that will be held at noon Sept. 26 in the Community Room of the Bethel Park Administration Building, 301 Church Road. Those interested should call Carole Recker at 412-854-8420 by Sept. 17.

A composting workshop will be held 7-8:30 p.m. Sept. 26, in the Green Tree Municipal Building. Learn how to turn leaves and food scraps into a valuable soil supplement and to reduce what is sent to the landfills. The cost is $50 per person or $55 per couple. Take a composting bin home. To register online, visit www. zerowastepgh.org, or cal 412-488-7490 ext, 226.

Canonsburg The 15th annual Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest runs from Sept. 20-22 on the downtown streets. The festival is ranked in the Nation’s Top 10 Oktoberfests. Featured will be German and American foods and entertainment. There will be two stages of continuous music featuring German bands and local talent performing country, rock and oldies. In addition, there will be amusement rides and games. Music will be diverse ranging from the SNPJ Button Box band to the Washington Jazz Orchestra.

Cecil Township The Cecil Township Historical Society will meet at 6 p.m. Sept. 18 in Generations, 3599 Millers Run Road.

Chartiers Township Chartiers Township Recreation Board is sponsoring a Bark in the Park Sept. 14 at Allison Elementary School pavilion on McGovern Road. Free registration starts at 9:30 a.m. There will be a dog walk at 10, followed by a dog agility course operated by Angel Ridge Animal Rescue at 10:30. Judging for the best trick contest will start at 11. Prizes will be awarded in different categories. The event will be held rain or shine. Call 724-747-4933.

McDonald Automated sewage bill payment is available on the borough’s website by clicking the payment link on the home page. Payment of the sewage bill is secure, convenient and available 24/7. A convenience fee of 2.45 percent, or a $3 minimum, will be added to the amount charged on the credit card.

Mt. Lebanon State Rep. Dan Miller, D-Allegheny, will host a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing on “Schools: The Role of the State, Parents and the Community” at 2 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Mt. Lebanon Municipal Building Commission Chambers, 710 Washington Road. The hearing will also focus on Miller’s first piece of legislation, the Parental Involvement Leave Act, which aims to require employers to provide paid leave for parent-teacher conferences, planning activities for early intervention services, and related activities pertinent to the academic advancement of their children. • The Historical Society of Mt. Lebanon’s September Speakers event, “The Jewish Journey from Mt. Sinai to Mt. Lebanon,” originally scheduled for 7 p.m. Sept. 16 has been rescheduled for 7 p.m. Oct. 2 at Temple Emanuel and will begin with a tour of its renowned Holocaust Garden, followed by a talk by Rabbi Mark Mahler. Light refreshments after the program. Meet in the garden off the parking lot at Temple Emanuel at 7 p.m.

On Sept. 18, the club will meet at Canonsburg Lake to take photographs of the sunset. Members should arrive at 6:30 p.m. in the big parking lot off Route 19. Sunset is at 7:18. Annual dues are $15 per member and $10 for additional family members. For more information, call Jim McNutt at 724-747-1300 or e-mail jpgh101@yahoo.com. • The rained-out concert featuring Hiram and the Walkers has been rescheduled for 2-4 p.m. Sept. 15 at the Peterswood Park Amphitheater. In case of bad weather, the concert will be held in the recreation center. • An event to mark the 15th anniversary of Character Counts will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Peters Township High School. The high school marching band and chorus will perform, as well McMurray Elementary’s teacher-led band, No Tune Left Behind. Following the program, there will be a reception to welcome new Superintendent Dr. Jeannine French. • Peters Township’s Mighty Indian Marching Band will host its 19th annual band festival at 7 p.m. Sept. 21 at the high school stadium on East McMurray Road. Performing in addition to the Mighty Indian’s will be marching bands from Bethel Park, CanonMcMillan, Chartiers-Houston, North Hills and West Greene. plus Thiel College’s Tomcat Marching Pride. The Peters Township High School choirs will open the band festival with vocal selections. Admission is $6 for adults and $4 for students and senior citizens. Concessions will be available. Tickets will be sold at the gate the evening of the event.

ALBANO - Teresa R. (Merendino), 76, Mt. Lebanon, Sept. 6. ANGELO - Rose (Batis), 98, Library, Sept. 4. AUBREY - Joanne, 65, formerly of Carnegie, Sept. 4. BAHR - Larry A., 75, Bethel Park, Aug. 30. BEAVER - Doris J. Updegrave, 96, Bethel Park, Sept. 2. BLANDO - Joseph C., 92, formerly of Dormont, Sept. 5. BOGDA - Edward V., 90, Mt. Lebanon, Sept. 4. BONIDIE - Anne M., 93, Bethel Park, Sept. 6. BULAZO - George, 89, South Park, Sept. 2. CALLAHAN - George F. III, 85, Upper St. Clair, Sept. 3. CHAMBERS - Raymond H., 87, Canonsburg, Sept. 5. CIRATA - Randall P., 54, Bridgeville, Aug. 30. CLENDENIN - Elizabeth I., 84, Bethel Park, Sept. 3. DANILO - Paul D., 94, Bridgeville, Sept. 2. DARBY - Albert A., McMurray, Sept. 4. DAUM - John Ernest, 78, Mt. Lebanon, Sept. 7. DAVIS - Robert Alexander “Peanuts,” 69, Houston, Sept. 6. DUNN - James C., 87, McMurray, Sept. 7. FALLERT - Donna Marie (Zoog), 76, Bethel Park, Sept. 6. FRAGAPANE - Samuel D., 77, Canonsburg, Sept. 2. GODFREY - Anastasia M., 44,

South Hills Chamber On Sept. 19, the South Hills Chamber will honor business people from the area at its annual Pride of the South Hills dinner at the Crowne Plaza. The Chamber will recognize business people for their achievements at the event. Deadline for reservations is Sept. 16. Call 412-306-8090.

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The Western Pennsylvania Lensshooters camera club will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Sept. 11 in the Peters Township Public Library. Monthly speakers, field trips and exhibits are planned for the year. Members are encouraged to participate in the September photo theme assignment, “How I spent my summer vacation.”

The Upper St. Clair Library received a $10,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair. The money was used to purchase eight iPads, an Apple television and mobile cart, and a MacBook laptop for residents to use. Visit www.cfusc.org for more information on future Community Foundation plans.

Cecil Twp., Sept. 6. KAIRUSH - Alexander M. Jr., Washington, Sept. 2. KAPTON - Suzanne Mary, Carnegie, Sept. 3. KEEHN - Rose L., 91, South Fayette, Sept. 5. LEVIN - Harriet Pearl Libson, 92, Mt. Lebanon, Sept. 5. MARSH - Harriet J., 74, Scott, Sept. 2. McNAUGHTON - Charles P., 97, Upper St. Clair, Sept. 3. MORRIS - Evelyn Marie, 58, Canonsburg, Aug. 31. MURIN - Bessie D., 95, Bethel Park, Sept. 2. NOVITSKY - Nora, 62, Bridgeville, Sept. 6. PRINCE - Joseph A., 76, Canonsburg, Sept. 2. PRIORE - Donald F., 82, South Park, Sept. 3. RIGATTI - Roger A., 82, Bridgeville, Aug. 31. SCUGLIA - Elizabeth B., 104, Bridgeville, Sept. 2. SHULER - Clifford W., 68, formerly of Bethel Park, Sept. 5. SLATTERY - Sharon Lea Duffy, 77, Scott Twp., Sept. 5. STOPPERICH - Wyatt S., infant, Canonsburg, Sept. 1. VERAKIS - Gloria Jean, 68, McMurray, Aug. 31. WATSON - Wayne L., 57, Bethel Park, Sept. 6. WEGENER - Marilyn Ann, Scott Twp., Sept. 1. WHITTED - Eric, 34, Bethel Park, Sept. 3. ZOLLER - Elsey J., 91, Upper St. Clair, Sept. 1.

LWV is seeking nominees A deadline of Sept. 15 has been set by the Awards Committee of The League of Women Voters of Washington County for nominations of individuals or organizations that have made outstanding contributions in any of these three areas: Education, Environment or Community Service. The three awardees will be recognized at its 17th

Awards Reception, which will be held on Oct. 24. Nomination forms can be obtained by contacting Donna Riggle at driggle84@ gmail.com, calling 724-4847537 or online at washingtoncounty.palwv.org. Make your nomination electronically or return the form by mail to: LWVWC, 30 E. Beau Street, Room 437, Washington, PA 15301.

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Bethel council approves increase By Susan Schmeichel For The Almanac writer@thealmanac.net

At its Sept. 9th council meeting, Bethel Park approved a proposal to raise sewage rates. The current monthly service charge of $10 per premise will be increased to $13 a month beginning in November. The $6.34 fee for every 1,000 gallons of water used will be raised in increments over the next year. Beginning in November, that rate will be raised to $7. In May 2014, the price per 1,000 gallons would be $7.40, with that rate being increased to $7.60 in November 2014, according to Joe Villella, finance director. The motion to increase sewer rates was approved by a vote of 7-1. Councilman Jack Allen was absent. Councilman Don Harrison cast the dissenting vote. He had tried unsuccessfully to have the plan amended to have the rate increase begin in January instead of November. Municipal officials said the increase was necessitated by several factors including upgrades to the sewer system because of the ALCOSAN consent decree and the decrease in sewer fee revenue. Earlier this year, council approved a $26 million bond issue to finance upgrades to the sewage treatment plant the municipality shares with South Park Township Council President Tim Moury said water usage is down and the municipality received $400,000 less than the projected sewage revenue last year. “The (sewage fee) base rate has not been raised in several years,” Moury said. The council president added that although the sewage rate is increasing municipal officials are projecting a 2014 budget with the only increase in the millage rate being the .34, which will be dedicated to the volunteer fire company. Voters approved that increase through a referendum in the May primary. Council is expected to approve the budget at its November meeting.

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July, Etzel officially incorporated the foundation on Sept. 11, 2010. Centered on youth and children, the foundation cultivates global peace through dialogue, sports and the arts. This in turn can provide unity, compassion and understanding. Tom Etzel said GPBF acts as an intermediary between donors and a recipient peace-building organization. He added GPBF researches the organizations with which it partners. In the past three years, the foundation has been “very deliberate in developing infrastructure, mission and core values,” he said. Etzel is focused on establishing the integrity of the foundation and staying within a selective scope to “make sure the organizations we partner with are legitimate.” This summer, the Etzels travelled to Northern Ireland with GPBF. The foundation partners with Peace Players International. That organization

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training the officers do has a lot to do with trends in what is happening throughout the country and the world. “Our department is big on training. We want to have the best tools available,” Lauth said. School-based incidents involving active shooters have been the focus of recent training. Mt. Lebanon and other departments in the South Hills area have participated in Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training or ALERRT. “Things are always evolving as far as training

lthough the camp is for young people, Etzel said it also fosters a dialogue between the adults that are from different parts of the world.

uses basketball to bring together children and teach them to learn to get along. According to its official website, Peace Players International was founded in 2001 on the premise that “children who play together can learn to live together.” Tom Etzel said in Northern Ireland more than 90 percent of schools are still segregated between the Catholic and Protestant population, and students “never get to know the other side.” Peace Players works with 22 schools in Belfast to bring together students. The children get to know each other through the sport and it opens up a conversation between Visit www.globalpeaceboth sides. “Dialogue is important,” Etzel stressed. building.org to learn how GPBF also works with to donate or for further inSeeds of Peace. The orga- formation. goes,” Lauth said, adding the department is “trying to stay ahead of the curve.” The Mt. Lebanon police are also trying to encourage residents to share important information with the department. Lauth said a lot of times people may feel like something is not important enough to call 911, but it still is important enough to be reported. According to Lauth, there is a contact form for non-emergencies on the department’s website. At www.pd.mtlebanon. org, citizens can relay information to police. Officers receive that information almost instantaneously. If anyone does have an emergency, Lauth

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nization focuses on inspiring and equipping new generations of leaders from regions of conflict with the relationships and skills needed to advance lasting peace. Seeds of Peace holds an annual summer camp in Maine where youth from historically conflicted countries are brought together. Although the camp is for young people, Etzel said it also fosters a dialogue between the adults that are from different parts of the world. In the future GPBF hopes to partner with area colleges and universities to get new ideas. Etzel envisions growth for the next five to 10 years. “We want to build our organization so it’s a prominent foundation in the global peace building community.” The hope is that other peace-building organizations partner with GPBF and spread the message of peace. “We want to cover the world,” Etzel said.

stressed, 911 should still be called. Eventually, Mt. Lebanon will offer a way for residents to text information via their phones or a smart-phone application to the department. Thanks to the software program, Tip411, residents will be able to anonymously text information to the police department. Lauth said the data goes through a third-party that erases any phone numbers associated with the text message. “It’s a completely anonymous way to share information,” Lauth said. To his knowledge, Mt. Lebanon will be the only local department with this new software.

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provided a generic swipe card. “There are no more exterior keys,” Belcher said. Each visitor can be viewed, and not just a facial profile. The camera can pan up and down. “It can put up a red flag before they enter the building,” Belcher said of the visual display. At times there are custodial issues involving a student. By viewing the person seeking to enter the building, an office staff member can consult the student’s information to see who can and who cannot take the student from the building. If there is a power outage, the system is tied to back-up generators. Local emergency services, such as police, fire and ambulance personnel, were provided swipe cards if entry is needed after hours. “Peters Township and the school district have been working for years to improve security at the schools and I think it’s great,” said Peters Township police Chief Harry Fruecht. At the high school, a police officer, James Stevick, is assigned to patrol the halls during school hours. This year, the officer who conducts the DARE programs, Dave Stanton, has an office in the McMurray Elementary School, also providing a presence in the school. Superintendent Dr. Jeannine French began her duties in mid-July after serving in administrative positions in the City of Pittsburgh schools. “This is an evolving process to keep our children safe,” French said of the camera system. To ensure extra security during the often hectic first week of school, ad-

ministrators and central office staff were at every district building offering assistance to the students. Even French was on bus duty helping students make certain they were on the correct bus. Parents were informed of the new safety procedures and were reminded about the requirement to provide photo identification in the office, through an e-mail blast sent before the first day of classes. “The overall safety of our schools is impacted anytime guests enter our building,” Belcher wrote in the notice to parents and guardians. “Staff members will now be able to see and talk with guests about the nature of their visit as they request entry into the building. While parents are a vital part of our school community, this added layer of engaging all visitors prior to allowing them access to the building will help us to provide a more secure environment throughout the school day,” Belcher said. The safety of students has always been a concern in the district but was “looked at closer” following the mass killings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., in which 20 students and six adults were shot and killed Dec. 14. “Inconvenience is often the price of security,” Belcher said of the few additional minutes it takes to enter a school building. Every year administrators, police officers, firefighters and emergency medical services, along with custodians walk through each building to discover potential hazards and areas that may be vulnerable. “We think about security all of the time, and how we can improve it all the time,” Belcher said. “We are never done.”

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Pizza and more in Peters Twp.

eters Township is the place to go for a good education and to buy an upscale home for more money than the average Joe makes in a decade. It’s also the place to go for a new car or truck, gasoline, or a quick medical diagnosis as the township is inundated with car dealerships, gasoline stations and medical centers and doctor’s offices. A new car dealership is in the works on the site of the former Sears Service Center, and a remodeled station is now selling BP gas practically across the street from another BP station, both advertising the same price. And, now, it seems, Peters will be the place to go for pizza. In the past week or so, a new pizza restaurant opened in the former Damon’s restaurant on McDowell Lane near Canonsburg Lake. Hope it lasts longer than the myriad of restaurants that have come and gone in the same location. Another pizza place is advertising it will open in the former Parkvale Savings Bank on Washington Road, and yet another pizza joint has an “opening soon” sign outside a former hair salon farther north on Washington Road. Those three don’t include the other, established pizza places mainly along Washington Road starting in Waterdam Plaza to the south and trailing north. And there are a few Italian-based restaurants and take-out joints in other township locations like East McMurray Road. At one time, the township was known as the Chinese food capital, but it seems pizza is making a surge for the top. Just how much pizza do people in Peters Township eat? Must be a lot to support every place that sells the item, and it isn’t even a college town. Good thing there are so many pharmacies and drug stores in the township that sell antacids. Where’s the diversity, not only in restaurants but in the general shopping experience when it comes to Peters Township? It likes to bill itself as “an affluent community” but affluent shopping is lacking. Grand plans abound in the soon-to-be adopted comprehensive plan of creating town centers and increasing the township’s walkability—one of the new catch phrases of urban planners, like signage instead of signs. Township zoning ordinance prohibit the building of big box stores so don’t look for a Walmart anytime soon. That’s a good thing. But, come on township planners, look for some new ideas when it comes to retail and try to come up with something other than pizza.

Flush frugally in Bethel

oon, flushing, bathing, washing clothes or simply drinking a glass of water will cost the residents of Bethel Park a pot full of money. Council members voted to increase sewer rates beginning in November. That means anyone wishing to take a long, hot shower should do so after the Halloweeners have gathered their candy and gone home on Oct. 31. If the weather is nice, wash the car, wash the cat and wash the bad taste out of your mouth, but do so before November or prepare to pay dearly. Now, residents pay $10 a month for a service charge, plus an additional $6.34 for every 1,000 gallons of water that comes in the residence. With the new rates, within a year residents will pay a $13 service charge and a fee of $7.60 per 1,000 gallon of water. The rate change is because of a reduction in water usage by residents. Say that again. Because of a reduction in water usage by residents. Seems not enough people are flushing to pay for a $26 million bond issue this year for upgrades, among other improvements, at the sewage treatment plant shared with South Park Township. To add insult to injury, township officials said when the increase is fully implemented, the sewage bill will be about 1 percent of the average homeowner’s income. Add that 1 percent to the cost of the water, and add in the price of food and utilities and gasoline and county, municipal and school taxes, and the remaining 99 percent is gone faster than it can be flushed down the toilet. Soon, it will be cheaper to buy bottled water and haul it home. Or how about a rain barrel or melted snow? Once, again, everything is going up but salaries.

Beating death of vet disgraceful A comment or two about a matter or two: • Kudos to everyone in your organization responsible for putting together the annual high schoolcollege football edition. It’s better than ever! • Most of us would think it presumptuous to tell a newspaper what to publish, but what if a story that many would consider to be newsworthy is barely covered or not at all? The print and broadcast media gave short shrift to the death of 88-year-old Delbert Belton in Spokane, Wash. Mr. Belton was waiting in a parking lot for a friend so they could go bowling. Mr. Belton was robbed by two teenage punks and when he resisted, was beaten to death. Mr. Belton was white, his killers, black. You can bet your butt that had he been black and the killers white, Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson Sr. would be holding news conferences, smiting their breasts, rolling their eyes heavenward, demanding justice. Delbert Belton, whose nickname was “Shorty” because he was only 5-feet 3-inches tall, was wounded by the Japanese during World War II and awarded the Purple Heart. Those of us who have served in the U.S. military think people like “Shorty” Belton are 10-feet tall. He was buried with full military honors. That the print and broadcast media basically ignored what happened in that Spokane parking lot is shameful and disgraceful. Ross A. Matlack Jr. Dormont

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is easier and clearer than ever. Hospice offers a continuum of care that focuses on quality of life and comfort, when a cure is no longer possible. Through an interdisciplinary approach, compassionate end-of-life care provides better quality of life for patients facing life-limiting illness, and their loved ones. The new rules from CMS, which took effect Aug. 26, govern how hospices and long-term care facilities provide care for patients who choose hospice under the Hospice Medicare Benefit. The benefit is an entitlement to all Medicare Part A beneficiaries. The purpose of the changes is to improve coordination of care between hospices and long-term care facilities, resulting in better quality of life and delivery of services for patients who select hospice care. It also contains a provision that ensures that long-term care facilities honor the patient’s right to choose hospice, and to receive care from the hospice of their choice. This is important because not every hospice is the same. Each has its own philosophy of care and range of services. Thanks to the generosity of the grateful families we have served, Family Hospice is able to offer expressive arts and music therapies, massage and other services beyond the minimum requirements of Medicare. Family Hospice embraces the new rule, as it assures more consistent communication among the long-term care facility, patient and the hospice chosen by the patient. CMS realized that nationwide, hospices and long-term care facilities were not always on the same page. In some cases there was duplication of services, and in others, gaps in service and care. As experts in end-oflife care, Family Hospice works with long-term care providers to determine the best plan of care for those facing a life-limiting illness. In fact, Family Hospice recently offered free webinars on this topic to local nursing facilities with the intent to make the rule clear and ensure ease of implementation. Family Hospice care teams appreciate the opportunity to work with patients and caregivers to de-

velop the right plan of care for each individual. And thanks to these new rules, we applaud the improved quality of life afforded to our area seniors in local long term care facilities. Barbara Ivanko President and CEO Family Hospice and Palliative Care Mt. Lebanon

Tweaking Homestead Exemption without residents’ knowledge Last week I received a letter from Maiello Brungo & Maiello, LLP informing me that I had underpaid my Chartiers Valley School taxes for the year of 2012 in the amount of $0.58 and if that payment was not made within 30 days, they would begin the process of placing a tax lien ($24 filing fee) on my property, which would incur additional costs and interest if the lien was filed. I was rather surprised at the underpayment as I had paid the same amount as I had in 2011 and there was not to be an increase from 2011 to 2012 in property taxes. What a shock, no increase for Scott Township taxes, but the school district tweaked the Homestead Exemption resulting in an increase for Chartiers Valley School District. Nevertheless, I was surprised that I did not receive a phone call or at least a letter, regarding the underpayment from

the tax office. Instead, my account was immediately given to a law firm for collection of $0.58 underpayment, penalty $0.06 and fee $0.06 for a grand total of $0.70. I called the tax office for information regarding the billing and the representative apologized and said the account should not have been turned over to the law firm and suggested I call them. I did and when I asked why I had not been called regarding the issue, I was curtly told that my phone number was not given to them by the tax office. (It is better to send a letter with a $0.46 stamp for a $0.58 underpayment instead of a free phone call.) I guess they could not call the tax office for that information, or check the phone directory; I have only lived at the same address and had the same phone number for 46 years. This is a win-win for Maiello Brungo & Maiello, LLP and a loss for the taxpayers of the school district. I have paid the amount due of $0.70 underpayment ($0.58 + $0.06 + $0.06), but now the school district has legal fees that must be paid on the $0.58 underpayment. It seems to me that this account was mismanaged by both the tax office and law firm. I have to wonder how many others were used to enrich this firm.

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Peters Twp. solicitor scaling back By Terri Johnson Staff writer tjohnson@thealmanac.net

After more than 35 years of serving as the solicitor for Peters Township, William Johnson has announced Oct. 14 will be his last meeting. He’s adamant he’s not retiring, but rather, scaling back on his law practice. An avid rodeo rider, Johnson said he’s been a full-time attorney and a part-time rider for several decades, and, now, he is going to be a part-time attorney and a full-time rider. After saying that, Johnson flashed a large smile following the Sept. 9 council meeting. He announced his decision during a recent executive meeting, allowing the township to seek proposals from other attorneys and law firms. Michael Silvestri, township manager, said to date, there have been nine inquiries and eight proposals for possible solicitor candidates. The township staff is in the process of setting up interviews with the candidates, with the hope of narrowing down the firms and attorneys to three or four. If more candidates are found following the staff interviews, one or two could be added to the list

submitted to council. Interviews of those recommended by the staff will be held Sept. 18. No date was listed for Johnson’s replacement. Minus Monica Merrell, council voted to permit a banner on the Arrowhead Trail Bridge crossing East McMurray Road to advertise an event held by an out-of-township non-profit between Sept. 10-15. Normally, only township-based agencies are given permission to advertise on the bridge. The banner will advertise the Lebanese Food Festival to be held Sept. 2022 at Our Lady of Victory Maronite Catholic Church, 1000 Lindsay Road, Scott Township, according to township resident and church member Joe Easton. Numerous township residents and business owners are members of the church, which is the only Maronite Church in the Pittsburgh area, according to the Rev. Rodolph Wakim, pastor. He said the proceeds will benefit the church’s building and operating funds. Councilman James Berquist said permitting banners by outside-the-township groups could open a Pandora’s Box. However, Berquist said he felt this was a unique situation.

There are no township ordinances prohibiting outside groups from advertising events in the township. Silvestri said a change in the ordinance could be addressed. Council voted unanimously to deny permission to McDonald Land Services to conduct seismic testing on township-owned property in the western side of the township on behalf of Range Resources. For the testing, the township would have received $29.13, mainly for testing under storm water ponds. “That’s $29.13 we don’t need,” said Council Chairman Frank Arcuri. Council did vote yes, with Arcuri voting “no,” to participate in sale of the Yaniello property, one of the three remaining oneroom school houses in the township. The one on East McMurray Road currently houses a retail shop and veterinary clinic. The second on Camp Lane is operated as a restaurant. The Yaniello property is involved in an upset sale through Washington County. Johnson, said there are no liens on the property. However, there are about $6,000-$10,000 in back taxes owed, with some filed by the township, Johnson said. The structure, built in

the 1870s, is in relatively poor condition and could pose a liability, said Arcuri and that, he said, is reason for his negative vote. The building, which was the original Bower Hill School, is near the current elementary school. Berquist said it is important to preserve the historic structures in the township. However, Arcuri said he didn’t want the taxpayers to invest $50,000 in what could become a “money pit.” In other action Sept. 9, council: • Tabled a decision on the resignation of David Vogel from the township planning commission. Vogel’s resignation was for personal issues. His term will expire in January 2016, and he has been on the commission since 2005. • Announced a vote on the ordinance amendment on the Mineral Extraction ordinance is scheduled for the regular meeting Oct. 14. • Approved payment of $216,909 from the Local Share gaming revenue for the Sugar Camp Bridge project; and $158,000 as payment for the HVAC project underway in the township building. • Decided not to support a $1 fee for accompanying caregivers to the Community Recreation Center.

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USC approves mixed use plan for old Consol site By Carla Valentine Myers For The Almanac writer@thealmanac.net

Upper St. Clair Township Commissioners Sept. 3 granted Conditional Use approval and Preliminary Land Development approval for the mixed use development at the former Consol property on Route 19. There are 33 housing units on the proposed plan, including 12 townhomes and 21 patio homes at the development being called Siena at St. Clair. A 39,000-square-foot Whole Foods Market is proposed along Washington Road, with some underground parking beneath the market in addition to surface parking. Another twostory, 86,000-square-foot building is proposed to

house offices, other retail establishments and restaurants. There is one entrance off Washington Road proposed for the development at the former Consol site, and one proposed on Fort Couch Road as a right turn in and out only. A traffic engineer for the developer testified at a public hearing on the matter Aug. 5 that the proposed development would not significantly impact the intersections of Fort Couch Road and Consol Drive with Route 19 during any peak hours. Mark J. Magalotti, of the township’s traffic engineer Trans Associates, testified at the public hearing Sept. 3 that traffic impact studies look at morning and evening rush hour traffic.

He said since this particular space is a redevelopment, they are looking at the differences between traffic generated by the previous use and the proposed future use. Magalotti said there will be much less traffic generated by the proposed development during the morning rush hour, compared to the previous use of the property. “There will be a significant increase in traffic on Saturdays,” he said. “This is located in an area with a lot of retail development,” he said. The property is directly across Washington Road from the South Hills Village Mall. Magalotti said the developer will be required to add a turning lane at the intersection of Fort Couch Road and Route 19. He said

this will result in three lanes at that intersection: a straight or left turn lane, a straight or right turn lane, and a right turn only lane with a median that will be controlled with a yield sign rather than the traffic light. Maxine Brunwasser, who said she has lived on Fort Couch Road for 53 years, told commissioners that she already has trouble getting out of her driveway. “Some thought ought to be given to those who have lived there a long time,” she said. Some commissioners said they thought that the roadway through the development leading from Fort Couch to Washington Road might actually relieve some traffic at the intersection of Fort Couch and Route 19 as drivers cut

through the new development in order to avoid that intersection. Lois Guinn of Fieldgate Drive said she was concerned about the view she will have of a retaining wall at the proposed Whole Foods. “We have a retaining wall outside our bedroom window at sunrise,” she said, adding that her deck will be only 50 yards from it. “Of course house resale will be disastrous.” she added. On July 1, commissioners granted approval for a liquor license transfer to the proposed Whole Foods Market at 1800 Washington Road from the Green Castle Cafe in Braddock, Pa. The property was the focus of several well-attended public hearings in 2011 by the planning commission

and the board of commissioners regarding a zoning text amendment sought by the developers that would permit multi-family housing units on the site as well as a list of more than 20 commercial uses that were not previously permitted there under the current Special Business District zoning. Hundreds of residents packed the township’s Community & Recreation Center for the meetings, which had to be moved to the larger venue from the municipal complex due to the level of public interest in the subject. At that time, residents expressed concern about the potential effect on traffic, property values, the impact on schools, and buffer zones separating their homes from the property.

Upper St. Clair may redraw lines for elementary schools By Carla Valentine Myers For The Almanac writer@thealmanac.net

The Upper St. Clair School superintendent told the school board Sept. 9 that the administration will be bringing a plan to the board to redistribute students in the elementary schools. Patrick O’Toole said more students need to be funneled to the least populated school—Baker. He said equitable enrollment is needed among the

schools in order to distribute personnel among the schools in a fair manner. O’Toole said the administration will take a hard look at the data in developing a proposal to the board to re-draw the lines dictating which children go to which elementary schools. He added it was hard to predict how many students would end up at each school until this year when they expanded the International Baccalaureate program to include kindergarten at Streams

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Elementary. He has said in the past that they would not get a true read on how many parents wanted their children in the IB program until it was permitted in all grades, because parents sometimes are reluctant to have their children change schools between kindergarten and first grade. In February 2012, the school board voted to expand the IB program in all first and second grade classes at the school during the 2012-13 school year,

expanding to kindergarten and third grade in 201314, and finally completing the transition with fourth grade in 2014-15. The IB organization had directed the district to either adopt the organization’s program throughout Streams Elementary for the 2012-13 school year, or abandon the program at that level. O’Toole said Sept. 9 that there is still one traditional section of fourth grade being taught at Streams. This will be the final year for

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school year this year with 4,108 students, down 37 from the number they finished with at the end of the last school year—4,145. O’Toole said 356 seniors graduated in June, but only 225 kindergarteners started school in the district last month. That is the smallest group at any grade level in the district this year. The largest is the fifth grade level, at 374. O’Toole said this large gap is very unusual. The enrollment for this year at the three grade schools is: 396 students at Baker Elementary, 481 students at Streams Elementary and 503 students at Eisenhower Elementary.

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Mt. Lebanon saves $5 million By Nick Lewandowski For The Almanac writer@thealmanac.net

Mt. Lebanon School District saved some $5 million over the last 10 years through an energy conservation program that reduced utility usage across the district. Ross Kelly, regional president of Cenergistic, recognized the district’s achievement by presenting an award at the Sept. 9 school board discussion meeting. “Long before these economic crises, long before energy conservation was ‘hip,’ this district embarked on a program to reduce consumption,” he said. “At the time the goal was to reduce longterm consumption by maybe 20 percent. You have not only achieved that but are now exceeding 30 percent.” Kelly said Mt. Lebanon was a top-ranked district not only in Pennsylvania but also across the entire United States in terms of energy conservation. He added that so far this year

the district reduced usage nearly 50 percent compared to baseline costs. The Cenergistic conservation program emphasizes realizing numerous small efficiencies to reduce utility consumption. These include measures such as installing motion-activated lights. According to Kelly, the program’s goal is to achieve reductions without compromising the security, safety or comfort of staff and students. The board also heard an update regarding the district’s high school renovation project. According to project manager Tom Berkebile, the athletic building should be ready for use in early November. Contractors are currently installing flooring in the gymnasium and preparing to tile the swimming pool. In addition, the county and municipality have granted limited occupancy for the sixth floor of the B Building, so students are beginning to use the facility. Berkebile said August

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also saw a larger number of project change orders, more than 20 items covering a range of issues and totaling over $304,000. Board member Dale Ostergaard expressed concern regarding the amount of these change orders. “Should we expect lists of this magnitude in the future?” he asked. Rick Marciniak, project manager for Mt. Lebanon School District, explained that the pace of work in the summer months caused certain change orders to pile up. He added that he and the administration conducted an extensive review of all the items on the list with contractors and construction manager PJ Dick. According to Mr. Berkebile, about 55 percent of project costs have been billed to date, and around 45 percent of the budgeted contingency has been used. School board member Mary Birks emphasized that contingency funds are included in the renovation’s $109 million budget.

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Speaking Australian American words and their Aussie slang include: • Hoodie – jumper • Swimsuit –swimmers • Ketchup – tomato sauce • Sidewalk – footpath • Garbage – rubbish • Diapers – nappies were turning purple. For lunch we went to a local RSL, which is the equivalent to a VFW, that was very satisfying. Rushing home, knowing we were going to see an opera later that night was not very satisfying. The opera house was really beautiful, and the design and background of it was beyond amazing. Everything about the place was perfection. After a quick dinner at the music hall’s restaurant, we saw the opera “Don Pasquale.” This was my first and probably my last opera. I didn’t find it that interesting, and the whole thing sung in Italian

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Put away the cell Injuries soar from distracted walking

Walking and talking on a cell accounted for 69 percent of injuries compared to texting, which accounted for around 9 percent. But Nasar said that’s only because more people talk on a cell than text while walking. The researchers examined about seven years’ worth of data, taken from a database that took injury reports from 100 of the nation’s hospitals. The results were then used to calculate a national average and to estimate total injury rates. “Parents already teach their children to look both ways when crossing the street,” said Nasar, adding, “they should also teach them to put away their cell phone when walking, particularly when crossing a street.”

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Students and families had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with Independence Middle School in Bethel Park during the district’s annual visit day. Students brought their schedules with them so they could tour the building to see where their classes were located.They also could purchase school locks and visit with Principal David Muench. Parents could stop by the PTO table to find out about the events planned this year for IMS students. Touring the school for the first time was incoming seventhgrader Cassidy Kelly (right), with the help of Bethel Park High School freshman Jack McCormick (left) and Cassidy’s brother, IMS eighth-grader Vince Kelly.

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list. It was about a threehour drive to Canberra from Sydney and it sure wasn’t a smooth one. All of us were too scared to even speak. Luckily, it was mostly on a highway so there weren’t that many encounters with other cars. Once we got there, we watched Curtis’ soccer game. It ended in a tie. The next day, we visited a glass shop where we got to make our own paper weight. From there we went to the Australian mint. Both were pretty interesting, but I wasn’t really that intrigued by all the money. Afterwards, we went to the Australian war museum, which was fascinating. There was so much history and battles that I didn’t even realize Australia was involved in. For dinner, we went to my aunt’s brothers house and had a cookout. Probably the highlight of the dinner was the Shrimp on the Barbie, which is actually rare in Australia. We said our goodbyes, went back to the hotel and packed for Melbourne. If you didn’t know better, you would think Melbourne was Chicago since it was so windy. My mom and I decided to stay at the hotel and rest, while Sebastian, my dad and Aunt Jen went to the Australian Open tennis center. We had a birthday dinner for my dad and then went to bed. The next day, we toured different zoos and animal sanctuaries. At Phillips Island, we saw little penguins. It was extremely cool to see hundreds of them walking up from the ocean to their homes to retire for the night. It wasn’t long before we did the same. Uluru wasn’t what I expected. I know all it was supposed to be was a rock in the middle of the desert, but I thought it would be a

bit more commercial. Boy, was I wrong. Everything about the place was really run down and dry. We dined under the stars. They were beautiful and appeared triple the size of what they normally would be. We also went for a sunrise camel tour. My dad made us hike to Kata Tjuta, another rock near Uluru. Before we left Uluru, we learned how to throw a boomerang and a spear. Both were surprisingly easy. After our two weeks in the cold, finally being in Cairns was amazing. It was at least 80 degrees there and sunny all the time. Our hotel was pretty close to the airport in the middle of Palm Cove, and there were tons of restaurants and an assortment of shops and stores. Over the week I got to scuba dive in the Great Barrier Reef, go whale watching, hold a koala bear, learn about the Aboriginal people, go white water rafting, and still had time to hang out poolside. I even sampled kangaroo, crocodile and barramundi, which surprised me since I am a bit of a picky eater. Sadly, every vacation must come to an end, even though you wish it could go on forever. Australia was by far the best vacation I have ever taken. I loved every bit of it, even though most of it was spent in the cold. I hope I get to travel there again within the next 20 years, but I need to work to make that happen. If you are ever looking for a vacation hot spot, Australia is the place to go. I did not want to leave. There was no doubt in my mind that this was one of the best things I have ever done in my life! Olivia Yocca is a freshman at Peters Township High School.

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Keystone Oaks ninth-graders Michael Kvederis and Haley Ribeau were awarded the American Legion School Medal by Post 490 in Castle Shannon.The award is presented annually to eighth-graders who best exemplify the six qualities that define character: courage, honor, leadership, patriotism, scholarship and service. Candidates for the award are voted upon by a school’s faculty and members of the candidates’ class through a secret balloting process. The school’s principal makes the final selection. Each winner receives a certificate and a medal with the six qualities listed on the front and the Marine Corps motto “Semper Fidelis” on the back. Keystone Oaks Middle School Principal Keith Konyk coordinated the process and believes that the distinction of the award lies in the fact that students are chosen by both their teachers and their peers. Pictured from left are: Haley Ribeau, Green Tree Mayor Chuck Hammer, Michael Kvederis and Castle Shannon Mayor Don Baumgarten.

Sarnicke ‘Miss Peters Township’ Melissa Sarnicke, a junior at Washington & Jefferson College, was crowned “Miss Peters Township 2013” in the Miss Pittsburgh Pageant preliminaries. As part of her reign, she has been involved in many community events, including fundraisers, food

drives, fashion shows and parades. Melissa will compete in the upcoming Miss Pittsburgh Pageant on Sept. 22 at the Sheraton Hotel, Station Square, Pittsburgh. She is the daughter of Sam and Sandra Sarnicke of McMurray.

BRIEFS Festival of Bands South Fayette High School will host its Festival of Bands at 7 p.m. Sept. 28 at the stadium. In addition to South Fayette’s Little Green Machine, participating high school marching bands include Avella, Carlynton, Chartiers Valley, Cornell, Fort Cherry, Peters Town-

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njoying a day in Pittsburgh was a big deal when I was a kid, and the annual drive to Conneaut Lake Park each summer felt like driving to the end of the earth. The world seems a lot smaller now. Life has definitely changed. Today’s youth have much more available. College-planned educational trips to distant countries continue to increase. No place seems off limits. As young graduates, my daughters were fortunate for a school-sponsored instructive visit to Old World Spain, France and Italy. A trip like that wouldn’t have been within my reach as a young woman. Today, opportunities for study abroad are frequent and include all sorts of programs. With state-of-the-art technology, travel is also much quicker. Early this year, I learned that my friend, Katie Shultz, planned to travel halfway around the world to New Zealand. As a young girl, Katie loved watching the Travel Channel, hoping one day to visit Ireland and Germany and all the countries of her ancestry. She also wanted to become familiar with hidden cultures around the world. While a student at Waynesburg University, Katie joined a mission trip to Arizona last year. After a week of tutoring on a Native American reservation, Katie’s interest piqued. She decided then that she want-

Actors in “The Puha Squadron” include Rob Williams, Katie Shultz, Taupunakohe Tocker, Mohi Critchley and Maria Walk- In the One Tree Hill Domain of Auckland, this tree is at the top of a volcanic peak that once er. The play was written in the native language, Te Reo Maori. was a fort for the Maori people.

ed to learn more about customs and ethnic traditions of others, but on a larger scale. Once more an opportunity arose while at Waynesburg University. As a theater student, Katie applied for a scholarship through the Vira I. Heinz Program for Women in Global Leadership. She was eager to complete the application process, hoping an opportunity would open doors to travel to New Zealand to study theater and the country’s performing arts. Delighted with acceptance into the program, Katie joined 11 other students from the U.S. landing in Wellington, New Zealand’s capital, and then onto

Auckland. I was certain that with Katie’s adventurous spirit, her dream would find reality. She would make the most of this trip and her memories would remain with her forever. Living among the Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand, was where she hoped to begin her quest. Maori (meaning ordinary people) originated in New Zealand with settlers arriving by canoe from Eastern Polynesia prior to the 1300s. They localized their Polynesian dialect, known as Te Reo Maori, referring to New Zealand as Aotearoa. As a young girl Katie’s interest in the theater and

acting grew, joining crews at Little Lake Theatre from the age of 12. The stage, costumes, scenery and performances were her passion. In New Zealand, daily classes in the performing arts program had Katie learning traditional Maori theater in the country’s native language. The play, “The Puha Squadron” or “Te Tira Phua” is a story about three kids who go on an adventure to visit a magical pohutukawa tree. Also, it’s a story of perseverance and friendship filled with action, superheroes and comedy. Katie joined the theater group, taking its performance of “The Puha Squadron” on tour to

schools and venues in the surrounding communities. “If I had to pick what I liked most about New Zealand, it’s the natural beauty and that I enjoyed touring with the dance group,” Katie said with a smile. “I liked meeting different people and listening to their reaction to the play.” Busing and plenty of walking is how Katie made her way through Auckland, to the grocery store, to church and historic places. She also joined fellow students on a hike to the Mt. Eden Volcano. At 196 meters, Mt. Eden is reported to be the highest volcano in Auckland. They also visited the spectacular Sky Tower, the tallest man-

made structure in New Zealand. Activities such as zorbing and kayaking were also on Katie’s list of things to do. Rolling downhill on a track inside a transparent plastic globe and boating on Lake Rotoiti made for an adventurous weekend in Rotorua. Living and studying abroad is eye-opening. Not only do students become respectful of other cultures, but the experience gives them a better understanding of their own customs and values. International experiences are invaluable, building self-confidence and enduring social benefits. The destinations are endless.

crafts for your favorite doll. • Books/Blocks Storytime, ages 2-5, 10:30 a.m. Sept. 16, 30. • Happiness and You, ages 18+, 7 p.m. Sept. 18. Author Britt Reints will discuss her book, “An Amateur’s Guide to Happiness.” • Beginner French language lessons, ages 18+, 7 p.m. for six Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 18. Call 412-921-9292.

Sept. 18. Discuss “In Cold Blood: a True Account of a Multiple Murder and its Consequences” by Truman Capote. Call 724-941-9430.

GETTING TOGETHER CLUBS Aglow South Hills Aglow will meet at 7 p.m. Sept. 16 at South Hills Assembly, Bethel Park. The Rev. Michael Bruno, director of Abba Ministries and pastor of Abba Christian Center in Slippery Rock, will be the speaker.

Lioness club Bethel Park Lioness Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 18 at Rolling Hills Country Club. Speaker will be Stacy Malavite, Au.D. For details, call 412-835-2008.

Drama/music club Acting Up Club for secondthrough sixth-graders will begin its 21st season at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 18. “Mystery of the Manger” will be presented Dec. 7 and 8. Registration fee is $15. For details, call 412-831-6333.

WOMEN meet WOMEN of Southwestern PA, Inc. will meet at 6 p.m. Sept. 19 at The Sharp Edge at Peters Town Center. Loraine Stanek, tight end of the Pittsburgh Passion

Professional Football Team, will attend. To RSVP, call 724-942-3058. For membership information, call 724745-6193.

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Oct. 17-20. “Painting in the Tropics” will be held at the Antiochian Village Conference and Retreat Center in Ligonier. For information on classes and registration, visit www.gtdp.org.

Canonsburg Business & Professional Women’s Club will hold its first meeting LIBRARIES of the year at 6:15 p.m. Sept. 19 at King’s Family Restau- Bethel Park rant. For reservations, call • Computer classes weekly: 724-745-1597 or visit www. Internet, email, Microsoft canonsburgbpw.org. Word, Windows 7. • Technology appointments, Card party one-on-one: Excel, Word, Southwestern PA RegisPowerPoint, email, social tered Nurses Club will hold networking and computers. its 14th annual fall card party at 10:30 a.m. Sept. • Practical Solutions to Life’s 28. Play cards, games or Challenges, 10 a.m. Sept. 14. just socialize. Admission • Parenting a Strong-Willed is $25. Includes lunch and Child, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 18. prizes. Tickets for a Chinese • Art Club, Wednesdays auction, Share the Wealth through Oct. 2 for K-second and raffle will be sold at the grade; Wednesdays Oct. event. For luncheon tickets, 9-30 for grades 3-5. call Elizabeth Breneman at 412-655-9420. Proceeds will Call 412-835-2207. benefit the nursing scholar- Bridgeville ship fund. • Preschool story time, 10 a.m. Sept. 13. Stories, songs, Painting retreat Golden Triangle Decorative crafts. • Concert: Jill West & Blue Painters will hold its 25th Attack, 7 p.m. Sept. 13. Cost annual painting retreat

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Castle Shannon • Learn the iPad, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 17 and 18. $5. • Songs/Stories, birth to 3 years old, 1:30 p.m. Sept. 17 and 10:30 a.m. Sept. 19. • Arts/Colors, 4-5 years old, 2:30 p.m. Sept. 17 and 11:30 a.m. Sept. 19. Call 412-563-4552.

Frank Sarris • Lego party, K-fifth grade, noon Sept. 14. • Needleworkers meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays for tea and conversation. Bring your project. Call 724-745-1308.

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Peters • Couponing Club, 6 p.m. Sept. 17. Swap coupons, exchange ideas. • Basic Excel Spreadsheets, 7 p.m. Sept. 17. Cost is $5. • Book Club, adults, 1 p.m.

Scott • Finishers, 5:30 p.m. Sept. 17. Bring your crafts. • Preschool story time, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tuesdays and 1 p.m. Wednesdays. • Toddler story time, 10 a.m. Mondays. Call 412-429-5380.

South Fayette • Book Fair, 4-8 p.m. Sept. 13 and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 14. • Chess Club, 5:30 p.m.beginners, 6:45 p.m.intermediate, Mondays in September. • PALS Book Club, noon Sept. 17. Bring lunch. Discuss “A Secret Gift” by Ted Gup. Call 412-257-8660.

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Community cookout planned at Venetia church St. David’s Episcopal Church, Venetia, will hold its second annual community cookout at noon Sept. 15. Enjoy free food (vegetarianfriendly) and fun, including a bounce house for kids. The church is located at 905 E. McMurray Road. For more information, contact the church at 724-941-4060 or stdavidspeterstwp@gmail.com.

Scripture study Our Lady of Grace Church, Scott Township, offers Catholic scripture study on The Gospel of John from 10-11:30 a.m. Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 11. For more information or to register, call 412-279-7070 or visit www.olgscott.org/Parish/Adult_ Catechesis/Bible_Studies/bible_ studies.html.

Bible study Ruthfred Lutheran Church, Bethel Park, will offer a woman’s Bible study on the Book of John. Classes will be held 9:15-11:20 a.m. Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 11. Included each week will be a prayer and singing time, a lecture and small group study. A nursery and children’s ministry for infants through kindergarten will be provided, offering crafts, music and Bible stories. For more information, call 412831-6398 or 412-833-1299.

Coupon book sale The Nurture Committee at Wright’s United Methodist Church, Venetia, will sell Enjoy coupon books through the end of the year, with proceeds benefitting the Youth Summer Camp program. To purchase a book at $30 each, call the church at 724-3485718.

Assembly activities South Hills Assembly, Bethel Park, will hold the following: • Mary, Martha & Me, 10 a.m. Wednesdays beginning Sept. 11 • Sanctuary Bible Class, 7 p.m. Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 11. • Lunch Bunch for Senior Adults, noon Sept. 19. Cost is $6. For details, call 412-835-8900.

ship Hall. • A three-day, two-night trip to Lancaster to see “Noah” and then a visit to Gettysburg is planned Sept. 24-26. For details, call 724-7450800.

Community events Christ U. M. Church, Bethel Park, plans the following programs: • Women: Staying Connected in the Digital Age with Jackie Campbell, 10:30 a.m. Sept. 12. Lunch and program. • Women’s Study: Our Common Sins, 7 p.m. Sept. 19. Discuss denial, sleeping through importance, telling lies and betrayal. Book is $7. For details, call 412-835-6621.

Dinner for a Dollar Community of Christ Church, Bethel Park, will hold Dinner for a Dollar 5-7 p.m. Sept. 12. Dinner will include spaghetti, bread, salad and dessert for $1 per person or $3 per family.

Weight loss program Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, will offer First Place 4 Health, a Christcentered health and weight loss program. A free orientation meeting, which is required for new members, will be held 9:30-11 a.m. Sept. 12. The regular program will take place 9:30-11 a.m. Sept. 19-Dec. 12. Cost is $15 for a Bible study book and $80 for a members kit (optional). Visit www.FirstPlace4Health. com for additional program information and testimonials. Child care is available. Contact Kathy Long at 412-835-6630 ext. 200 or long@westminister-church.org to register.

Bible Chapel

The Bible Chapel, McMurray, will hold the following: • GriefShare, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 12, for those who have experienced the death of someone close. Seminar includes video, small group discussion and workbook. • Chonda Pierce Girl Talk Day trip Tour, 6 p.m. Sept. 22. The “Queen Canonsburg U. P. Church will of Clean” comedy will perform offer a GriefShare program at 6:30 with laughter and joy, Southern p.m. through Nov. 20 in Fellow- charm, musical talent and laser-

sharp wit. Visit the websit for ticket information. • “Lord, I Just Want to be Happy” women’s conference featuring author and professional counselor Leslie Vernick, Oct. 4-5. Tickets are available at itickets. com and the Chapter 2 Bookstore inside the South Hills campus. • Women’s Bible study, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Each Tuesday begins with a time of worship followed by a study of the Book of Matthew. For more information, visit www.biblechapel.org.

Bethel Presbyterian

The following fall classes are planned at Bethel Presbyterian Church: • Sunday classes, beginning Sept. 15 - Little Tykes, led by Lisa Wilfong and Cass Tabler for preK through second grade, 9:15-9:45 a.m.; Concord, led by Art Brandenburg for grades 3-6, 9:15-9:45 a.m.; Youth, grades 7-12, 9-9:30 a.m.; and Adult, on Genisis, led by Pastor Tom, 9-9:45 a.m. • Wednesday classes - Women’s Bible study led by Nancy Galbraith, 10 a.m. beginning Sept. Beth Israel 15; Sexuality and Humanity, a sixBeth Israel Congregation, week course led by Pastor Tom, 7 Washington, is offering a free one- p.m. beginning Sept. 25. year membership (no dues or fees St. Thomas More for 12 months) to any new Jewish St. Thomas More Parish, Bethel member. Beth Israel has a reli- Park, will sponsor an evangelizagious school and kosher kitchen. tion mission Sept. 16-19. Open MisYearly activities include a Yom sion: A Theology & Spirituality of Kippur Break-the-Fast, Chanu- Relationships will be conducted kah luncheon, Purim hamantash- by Father Simeon Gallagher. The en bake and sale, community mission will begin with weekend Passover seder and more. homilies and continue 7-8:15 p.m. Services include: each day. • Regular Shabbat, 7:30 p.m. FriPresentations will also take days and 9:30 a.m. Saturdays place after the 11:30 a.m. Mass. • Kol Nidre service, 7 p.m. Sept. Reconciliation will be available 13, with those attending asked to after Wednesday’s program. be seated by 6:45. • The Youth Ministry will hold • Yom Kippur, 10 a.m. Sept. 14 Welcome Night for eighth-graders followed by Torah services at 11 through high school students at and Musaf and Yizkor at 11:30. 6 p.m. Sept. 22. Plans will be disThe later services of Mincha, To- cussed for the year. rah service and Neilah will begin Calvary Assembly at 6 p.m. followed by a covered Calvary Assembly of God, Briddish Break-the-Fast. geville, announces the following: For more information, call 724• Pastor Bob Pilardi continues 225-7080, membership chairman with the Sunday series, Win Your Richard Littman at 412-519-9499 or Battles. congregation president Marilyn • Sports Ministry Golf Outing, Posner at 724-225-1873. Sept. 16 at Quicksilver Golf Club in Midway. Open to all but limited Adult Bible study Registration is due by Sept. to 136 golfers. Email deut0818@ 15 for a 20-session adult Bible comcast.net for details or reservastudy offered through The Bible tions. • Beth Moore’s “Breaking Free” Study Committee at St. Bernard’s series on DVD for ladies only, Church, Mt. Lebanon. Study The Acts of the Apostles Wednesdays. Workbooks availusing the Great Adventure Bible able, but not required. • Men’s study, Wednesdays in Series 7-9 p.m. Mondays, beginthe prayer room. Study a six-part ning Sept. 16 in Clairvaux Hall. No prerequisites. Registration DVD series by John Bevere titled “The Holy Spirit.” Workbooks fee is $45. To register or for more infor- available, but not required. • Winter Baseball Hitting Clinmation, contact Camille Cash at 412-344-3287 or CCC3rivers@aol. ic, a 10-week program beginning com. Nov. 3 for boys and girls ages 7-18.

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Hamilton Church

Hamilton Presbyterian Church, Bethel Park, will start a new seven-week Bible study for women at 10 a.m. Sept. 17. The same study will also be offered on Wednesday evenings, beginning Sept. 18. Johah: Navigating a Life Interrupted is a study on the Book of Jonah that asks the question “What do we do when God interrupts our lives?” It is led by speaker Priscilla Shirer. Call the church office at 412884-2722 to make a reservation. The church is located across from Cool Springs Golf Center, on the corner of Baptist and Hamilton roads. A weekly contemporary service is held at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. For more information, call 412-884-2722.

Children’s music

National contemporary Christian music artist Randall Goodgame brings his “Slugs & Bugs” tour to Christ United Methodist Church, Bethel Park, at 4 p.m. Sept. 21. Sponsored by the United Methodist Pittsburgh District, the show offers Christian music and is geared especially toward children under 10. Advance ticket sale packages are available with special perks. Tickets are $5/person. Call Janet Luketich at 412-835-6621 ext. 110, Sue Irwin at 412-835-6621 ext. 114 or Andrea Erbrecht at 724-3305350.

DivorceCare

The fall session of the DivorceCare support group is held 7-9 p.m. Thursdays, through Dec. 12 at the South Hills Church of the Nazarene, Bethel Park. DivorceCare features a video every week prior to discussion with nationally recognized experts on divorce and recovery topics. Sessions include “Facing My Anger,” “Facing My Loneliness,” “Depression,” “New Relationships,” “KidCare” and “Forgiveness.” Cost of $20 includes a workbook. Limited scholarships are available for those unable to pay. Babysitting will not be available. For more information, call 412831-6333.

ENGAGEMENT

GETTING TOGETHER • Book club, 7 p.m. Sept. 19. Discuss “March” by Geraldine Brooks. Call 412-833-5585.

Upper St. Clair • Islamic Mosque Tour, Islamic Center of Pittsburgh, 12:30 p.m. Sept. 13. • Awakening the Dreamer, 7 p.m. Sept. 16. Call 412-8355540.

HEALTH Programs Monongahela Valley Hospital plans the following: • Carbohydrate Counting, 9 a.m. Sept. 18.

• Free prostate screenings, 5:30 p.m. Sept. 18, Lombardi Conference Center. Call 724258-1333. • Open house for Laurie S. Molinda, M.D., 2-6 p.m. Sept. 19 in Finleyville. Blood pressure checks, health information, refreshments. Call 724-782-0723.

REUNIONS Class of 1993 The Peters Township High School Class of 1993 will hold its 20-year reunion on Oct. 5. Contact Jill at pths1993@ gmail.com or call/text

724-413-9013 for registration information. Contact information is still needed for several classmates.

WORKSHOPS Wildlife habitat Candy DeBerry, Ph.D., associate professor at W&J, will present “Native Plants and Creative Habitat for Wildlife” at 10 a.m. Sept. 14 at the Washington County Community Center in Canonsburg. Cost is $5. Call 724-228-6881 to register.

Glass classes

p.m. Sept. 14. • Girls Night Out, Sept. 20. Make a glass flower. Cocktails and desserts included. • Teen after-school classes in glass blowing, flameworking and fusing begin Sept. 24. For details, call 412-3652145.

Financial therapy Musuneggi Financial Group & PAPEN will present Couples Financial Therapy: Merging Families and Finances at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 17 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair. To register, call 412-341-2888.

Art classes

Pittsburgh Glass Center plans McMurray Art League lists the following: its roster of fall classes on • Bead Challenge, 10 a.m. - 4 its website, www.mcmur-

rayartleague.org. Among September’s sessions are: • Oil landscapes with Tom McNickle, 10 a.m. Oct. 2, 9, 16. • Watercolor with Bill Vrscak, 10 a.m. Oct. 8, 15. For details, call Ginnie Swartz at 412-835-8081.

Outdoor fun Outdoor Classroom in Upper St. Clair plans the following events: • UnSpooky Hikes, grades 6-8, after dark. Reserve a date in October. • RADical Days at Boyce Mayview Park, families, 2 p.m. Oct. 5. To register, call 412-8380064.

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#LetsGoBucs: McMurtry writes eBook By Deana Carpenter Staff writer dcarpenter@thealmanac.net

Scott McMurtry, 22, didn’t discover his love of writing until his junior year at Penn State University. However, that didn’t stop the Upper St. Clair High School graduate from writing his first book—an e-book consisting of more than 300 pages. “#LetsGoBucs: A Summer with the Pittsburgh Pirates” chronicles the team’s 2012 season from a social media point of view. It was released in May by McMurtry, three months before he graduated with a degree in history and political science. Over the course of the last year’s baseball season, McMurtry said he attended nearly 20 games along with following players, fans and

Tattoo convention Steel City Tattoo Convention, Downtown Pittsburgh’s first tattoo convention, will be held Sept. 13-15 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, featuring some of the industry’s leading tattoo artists and television personalities. Get tattooed by local and international artists, browse artwork or just have fun. Merchandise, food and alcohol will be available for purchase. Hours are noon-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon-8 p.m. Sunday. General admission to this family-friendly event is $20 for a one-day pass, $30 for a two-day pass and $40 for a weekend pass. Children 12 and under are free admission. Tickets can be purchased at the door any day of the event or online at www.shaneoneillproductions.com. For more information, visit www.shaneoneillproductions.com or call 856-9742802.

Bad movie night The Toonseum, Pittsburgh, presents “Revenge of the Return of Bad Movie and Good Beer” 7:30-10 p.m. Sept. 13, featuring a bad movie, complimentary beer and bad film trivia contests and prizes. Must be 21 and show a valid I.D. to consume alcoholic beverages. Other refreshments and popcorn will also be available. Fee of $10 includes admission to the ToonSeum. Fee of $15 includes admission plus a bonus fun pack. Tickets at http://www. showclix.com/event/BadMovieGoodBeer13

the team using Twitter. “I really love to talk about baseball and sports,” McMurtry said, adding the topic of his first book was an easy choice. He had played baseball since age 4 and even played on his high school varsity team. “The more I played, the more I wanted to learn,” McMurtry said of baseball. A self-proclaimed statistics fanatic, McMurtry said he enjoys all of the recordkeeping in baseball. McMurtry admits that in high school he never thought of himself as a good writer. “It really took off in college,” he said. He added as a history major, he had to write many papers. He also took a creative writing class as an elective. McMurtry said his writing style comes from what he reads.

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“I think if you read anything, it can have a positive effect on your skills,” he said. He said he tries to make his writing, which is often about statistics, fun and easy for the reader to

understand. He draws his influences from writers like Dave Cameron of the website www.Fangraphs.com and sports writers from the website www.Grantland.

com. As far as radio and television broadcasters, McMurtry counts Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown as one of his favorites because of his passion. Brian Kenny of MLB Network has also influenced McMurtry. One of the major points McMurtry makes in his book is that the experience of watching a game and following the baseball season using social media allows people to absorb more information. “You can watch a game by yourself, but you’re also watching it with 100 different people,” McMurtry said of Twitter. “I think it’s a really significant change in the way games are experienced.” McMurtry added that people who Tweet about the Pirates “have a lot of intelligent things to say.”

The most rewarding part of the book so far has been the positive feedback he has received from readers. “People I don’t know directly are commenting on the book. That’s especially rewarding,” McMurtry said. McMurtry said if he writes another book it will most likely be about baseball or sports, but added, “I enjoy writing about lots of things.” He said baseball is a good topic because “I get to be creative. You never run out of things to say because there are so many different things to talk about. #LetsGoBucs is available for download on several devices including the iPad, iPhone, Nook and Kindle. In addition, McMurtry blogs at www.wordsabovereplacement.blogspot. com. His Twitter handle is @Scott_McMurtry.

SIGHTS & SOUNDS “Black Angels over Tuskegee” on Sept. 14 at the Byham Theater in Pittsburgh. This award-winning, historical docudrama is a narrative of seven men embarking upon a journey to become the first AfricanAmerican aviators in the United States Army Air Forces during a tumultuous era of racial segregation and Jim Crow laws in 20th century American history. Tickets at $25-$100 can be obtained by calling 412456-6666, online at trustarts. org or at The Box Office at Theater Square, 665 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh.

Talent showcase The Heritage Players will hold a Summer Talent Showcase of music, dance and more at 7 p.m. Sept. 14 at the Seton Center on Pioneer Avenue in Brookline. Admission is $5 at the door. Visit www.heritageplayers.org or call 412-254-4633 for more details.

Rescheduled concert Hiram & the Walkers will perform from 2-4 p.m. Sept. 15 at the Peterswood Amphitheater. HIRAM plays oldies, doo wop, 50’s-80’s, some classic rock, blues, Motown and older country music. This concert was rescheduled due to a rain-out. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be moved to the Community Recreation Center.

cated at 3760 First Avenue, Autism-friendly show Finleyville (south of Trax The Pittsburgh Cultural Farms on Rt. 88). For more Trust will serve as the third information, visit www. city in the country to presthepinkhouse.biz. ent an autism-friendly performance of Disney’s “The ‘Spank! The Fifty Lion King,” tailored to the Shades Parody’ needs of adults and children “SPANK! The Fifty on the autism spectrum. Shades Parody” returns to The special performance the Byham Theater Sept. is scheduled for 2 p.m. Sept. 19-21. 21 at the Benedum Center. Performances are at 8 Great seats are still availp.m. Thursday, Friday and able and can be purchased Saturday, with an additional at www.TrustArts.org/Aumatinee performance at 2 tism. For more information, p.m. Saturday. call 412-456-2670. Tickets start at $35.50 and can be purchased at www. ‘Most Amazing Race’ The Western PennsylvaTrustArts.org or through the box office at 412-456-6666. nia Division of The SalvaThis show is not associ- tion Army announces its ated with, nor authorized by, fifth annual “Most Amazing author E.L. James or Vin- Race” on Sept. 21 to benefit youth programs in Alleghetage Press. ny County. Combining physOktoberfest ical, mental and creative Pennsylvania Bavarian challenges and beginning at Oktoberfest will celebrate Station Square, contestants its 15th anniversary Sept. will compete throughout the 20-22 in Canonsburg. Two city to win part of a $5,000 stages will provide continu- prize package. ous entertainment, showThis year, the Salvation casing German performers Army is accepting only the and local talent offering con- top 50 fund-raising teams of temporary rock, oldies and two people that must raise a country. German cuisine minimum of $250 in order to and beer, ethnic and Ameri- qualify for the race. can foods, crafts and amuseFor more information, ment rides will be available. call 412-446-1644, or to reg-

ister or volunteer for the single day (Friday or Saturevent, visit www.mostamaz- day) $15; two-day (Saturday/ Sunday) $20 and Sunday ingrace.org. admission is only $10. A disHorror Realm counted room rate of $109 Convention plus tax per night is offered Horror Realm, Pitts- to attendees. burgh’s modern horror To kick off the convention convention, celebrates its weekend, Haunted Pittsfifth anniversary Sept. 20-22 burgh is offering a special at the Crowne Plaza Pitts- downtown ghost tour at 7 burgh South, Bethel Park. p.m. Sept. 19 especially for The event will include attendees of Horror Realm. horror-themed merchan- The tour starts at the Citydise, popular and indepen- County Building on Grant dent horror movies, a VHS Street and a ghost guide viewing room for horror will lead participants on a films that have never been tour of some of Pittsburgh’s released to DVD; question most haunted sites and reand answer panels with ce- gale them with tales of the lebrity guests and horror strange and unusual. Tickauthors; a costume contest; ets for the ghost tour are entertainment and a themed $15 and must be purchased party on Saturday evening. in advance at http://www. Main convention hours hauntedpittsburghtours. are 4-10 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.- com/2010/08/horror-realm7 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m.-5 private-tour-order-here. p.m. Sunday. The film room html. and VHS screening room For more details on will run until 2 a.m. nightly. guests, tickets, hotel reservaTickets may be purchased tions and convention event in advance or at the door. schedule, visit www.horrorWeekend passes are $35; realmcon.com.

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Perone pleasing ’em QB has Seton-La Salle passing up the competition By Eleanor Bailey Sports editor ebailey@thealmanac.net

During his debut at quarterback, Tyler Perone checked off a play sent in from the sidelines and Seton-La Salle failed to convert on a fourth-down play. Greg Perry instantly signaled time out and lectured the junior. “At SLS, we allow our quarterbacks to change plays ... until he did what he did that day,” said the head coach with a hearty laugh because his Rebels eventually routed South Allegheny, 40-3. “Tyler made a bad check. I’m glad to see that

he’s willing to make the check because who better knows than the player who is out there but he changed a play on fourth down,” he added incredulously. Of the switch, Perone said, “I did it and hoped for the best but it didn’t work out.” Of the chat with Perry, Perone added, “I’m used to getting yelled at by him but I realized I had made a mistake.” Despite being a first-time starting signal caller, Perry assured that “Tyler will never make that call again. He learns fast from his mistakes.” How’s this for quick? The 16-year-old son of Kimber-

ly Perone completed 21 of 22 passes for 354 yards and six scoring strikes in SetonLa Salle’s follow-up victory, 41-6, over McGuffey. And, Perone said with a chuckle, “I didn’t get yelled at.” He added, “Things went pretty awesome.” In two victories, everything is going as expected for Perone and the Rebels. In filling the vacancy caused by Luke Brumbaugh’s matriculation to Robert Morris, Perone has completed 37 of 44 passes for 550 yards and eight touchdowns. Currently, he ranks No. 2 in the WPIAL in passing. “What Tyler has done so far does not come as a

shock to me,” Perry said. “I’ve seen him for three years. He’s just not had the opportunity because he has played behind good kids. We knew that he would be a good quarterback because he can throw the ball.” Perone acquired some of his talent from his father, Mike. He played quarterback at Franklin Regional before Pitt turned him into a tight end. But, Perone has also honed his skills and his mobility, in part to his early participation in baseball. “Tyler has all the tools. His strength is his arm,” Perry explained. “He’s SEE PERONE PAGE C2

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After completing 21 of 22 aerials for 354 yards and six touchdowns in last week’s 41-16 rout of McGuffey, Tyler Perone ranks second among the top passers in the WPIAL. The Seton-La Salle junior has completed 37 of 44 aerials for 550 yards and eight touchdowns.

Woodland Hills invades Hawks’ nest for key clash By Eleanor Bailey Sports editor ebailey@thealmanac.net

Because he had to attend a funeral last Saturday, Jeff Metheny could not personally scout his upcoming opponent, Woodland Hills, which lost to McKeesport, 33-20, in a non-league football contest. However, the Bethel Park head coach will have his Hawks well prepared for when the Wolverines invade the Hawks’ nest for a Southeastern Conference clash at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 13. “With films these days, the only thing you miss is the traffic and people screaming at each other,” Metheny said. “Woodland Hills is going to be a heck of a game.” While the Hawks are 2-0 in the conference after a 14-3 win over Mt. Lebanon, the Wolverine’s are 0-1 after dropping a 16-10 decision to Upper St. Clair in their season opener. Though 0-2 overall, they still remain ranked among

the top teams at the QuadA level in the WPIAL. “They are good. They are big, fast and well-coached and getting better,” explained Metheny. “They played two pretty good teams and those football games could have gone either way. They are right in there with the best of them in the WPIAL.” With a third-straight victory, BP could be considered in that group. Key to a triumph over the Wolverines this Friday will be the Hawks’ ability to move the football as they did against Lebo. But, they also must maintain a grip on the ball. While BP rushed for 274 yards, including 105 by Alex Minton, they committed some costly turnovers that prevented potential scores. After Gary Gerst recovered a Lebo fumble, Levi Metheny converted the miscue into a 1-yard TD run in the first frame. With 2:34 left in the first half, Zak Enick and Minton combined on two plays for 90 yards and BP’s only other score.

“Against Woodland Hills, it’s going to be tough treading. You earn every inch you get against them so it’s important that we run the ball well against them (like we did against Lebo) but we can’t be careless with the ball.” One of BP’s fumbles resulted in Lebo’s lone points, a 40-yard field goal by Rob Constantino that closed the first half of action. In the second half, BP missed a 17-yard field goal and fumbled twice, once inside Lebo’s 25-yard line. BP’s defense has been exceptional, allowing just three points in two games and Metheny tipped his cap to his assistants Mike Miliken, Brian Scott, Andy Assad and Jim Engott for preparing the Hawks. From a personnel standpoint, Mike Grimm at nose guard played havoc against Lebo. Linemates such as Ryan Sosnak, Shane McNabb and Kevin Boyle also excelled. They kept the pressure on ELEANOR BAILEY / STAFF rookie quarterback Kellan Alex Minton shakes off a Mt. Lebanon tackler. During Bethel Park’s 14-3 victory, he rushed for SEE FOOTBALL PAGE C2 a 45-yard touchdown and finished with 105 yards rushing.

PT, BP filling gaps in offense By Eleanor Bailey Sports editor ebailey@thealmanac.net

Peters Township and Bethel Park are attempting to duplicate their winning ways under the same guidance of head coaches Pat Vereb and Jon Gentile respectively. However, they do so without the aid of key weapons that produced success in 2012. The Lady Indians graduated Olivia Roberson (81 goals) while BP graduated AJ Baroffio (75 goals). Their leading scorers are now teammates at Duquesne University. Plus, Veronica Latsko is

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still on the road to recovery. The All-American tore her ACL May 19 during a PA West championship game. The senior striker has scored 107 career goals. She had also led the Indians to three straight PIAA championship gold medals and two WPIAL titles. The Indians and Hawks, however, appear to not have missed a beat. Both were undefeated until their showdown, Sept. 7. In the non-league fray, a rematch of last year’s PIAA firstround playoff game, BP topped PT, 3-2. Although ELEANOR BAILEY/STAFF Emily Franty staked PT to Peters Township midfielder Carly Johns gets a leg up on the a 1-0 advantage six minutes ball during soccer action versus Bethel Park. PT dropped a SEE GAPS PAGE C3 3-2 decision to the Lady Hawks in a non-section clash.

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While leadership at the helm has shifted for some scholastic soccer clubs this fall, the objectives remain constant. Make the playoffs and contend for WPIAL titles are the goals for schools such as Upper St. Clair, Seton-La Salle and Chartiers Valley, all of whom are under new coaching systems. Natasha Dirda heads up the girls’ program at Upper St. Clair, which boasts eight district championships, the last occurring in 2011. The Panthers, however, fin-

ished 11-6-2 overall last fall. They were runners-up to Peters Township in Section 5-AAA with a 7-2-1 slate. Dirda brings an impressive resume to USC. She played soccer at Virginia Tech. The Pittsburgh native coached the past seven seasons at her alma mater, Montour, while teaching math in the North Hills School District. She is now an instructor at USC and some of her players are her students. Dirda’s objectives are clear. While bringing her coaching style and philosophy to USC, she comes to SEE BOSS PAGE C3

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very good. Plus, he’s more athletic than I thought he was. He can move around a lot.” That ability enhances his wide receivers. For example, against the Highlanders, newcomer Danzel McKinley-Lewis caught scoring strikes that measured 21, 17 and 65 yards. He finished with seven grabs for 146 yards. Rick Mellick hauled in 68- and 13-yard TD aerials. Kevin Curran added an 11-yard score. Plus, Tom Rizza finished with five receptions for 46 yards. “Tyler has a couple of kids around him that can catch the ball,” said Perry. Perone agreed. “I have a great group of receivers,” said the Peters Township resident. “They make a lot of what I do possible. “I owe a lot to the senior guys,” Perone continued. “They’ve worked hard and the guys in the junior class want to make sure we get them and SLS a championship because it’s been since 2004 that they’ve won one.” While team objectives come first, Perone understands that winning is critical to his personal success, too. A potential Division I prospect, Toledo and Pitt have already expressed some interest, Perone knows how important a junior year can be so he says he wants to have a good season. “Throw as many touchdown passes as I can and eliminate interceptions and lead the team to victories,” he said are his goals. “Schools look to see if you are winning and they look at winning programs, so I want to help the team win for as long as it can. “Statistics just come with the journey,” he added. “The main goal is to win games for the team. That’s the expectation. So far we are keeping it up.” The Rebels look for win No. 3 in the Century Conference when they battle Keystone Oaks at 7 p.m. at Dormont Stadium. And while the teams are headed in the opposite direction with SLS at 3-0 and the Golden Eagles off to an 0-3 start, nothing is taken for granted between these two schools, which face each other on McNeilly Road in Mt. Lebanon. “Once we get over that opening kick off and past the fact that we are rivals

Perone file Age: 16 Parents: Mike and Kimberly Siblings: Brendan School: Seton-La Salle Residence: Peters Twp. Sport: Football College interest from: Toledo and Pitt GPA: 4.0 Favorite class: History, especially World War II Best military branch: Air Force What you reach for when thirsty: Ice tea. Favorite food: Hamburger with a little lettuce and maybe some barbeque sauce but no cheese. I don’t like cheese. Best social medium: Twitter. I am on Facebook but I never check it. It’s too slow and confusing with all the buttons you have to push. If I can’t play in the NFL, then I will be: An engineer or businessman. People may be surprised to know this about you: I enjoy video games, especially the one’s where I get to be the hero. Big days ahead: Sept. 27 and 28. That’s the day of the South Fayette game and the day after when I hope to get my driver’s license.

from across the street, I think we’ll settle down and be okay,” said Perry. “Our first two games have been good for us because we have a lot of kids on offense that had not played a lot and the only way to get experience is to get in there and play. We’ve got some experience under our belts. Tyler has two starts. So we are expecting more in the third game.” While he doesn’t have much experience, Perone culled knowledge from his predecessor. A two-year starter in front of Perone, Brumbaugh passed for more than 3,000 yards. “Luke was a great role model. I looked up to him. He was a great player and teammate but mainly a good friend whom I could ask any question. “I learned from everything he did. I learned from his mistakes and I learned from what he did well.” For Perone, that means one thing. He’s pleasing Perry and as a result the Rebels are rolling.

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Despite the efforts of the Peters Township blockers, Leah Kern (No. 11) spikes the ball for a point during Upper St. Clair’s Section 2 win in girls’ volleyball, 3-2. The Panthers won the first two games, 25-16 and 2522, before the Indians roared back to tie the match with dramatic wins, 27-25 and 25-23, in games three and four. In the decisive fifth game, the Panthers held off the Indians, 15-11. The two section rivals meet again at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 1 at USC.

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In addition to TD receptions by Danzel McKinleyLewis (3), Rick Mellick (2) and Kevin Curran, Dom Del Greco converted five extra points for the Rebels.

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Stout. Carmen Jasante, Gerst, Minton, Jake Murphy, Corey Roach and Christopher Papalia were among other standouts on the BP defense versus Lebo. Papalia also excelled in the punting department. Plus, he almost intercepted a pass in the defensive secondary. “On offense, we don’t have a 200-pound back, but we do have quality backs like Minton, Enick, (Chiante) Pryor and (Danny) Emma that we can spread things around and our offensive line has done very well. Those guys are all well-coached but we can’t forget the defense. “We did not give an inch. Those guys have hung together, played hard and played well,” Metheny said. “The guys on the defensive line have done a great job and those guys in the defensive secondary have been outstanding. They can fly and get to the ball. Everybody has been doing a great job. “We’re executing well and the defense has played great. But, Woodland Hills will be ready for us. It’s going to be a good game, a tough conference game. For us to beat them, we must run the ball well and hold our ground. We do that, then we could be considered right in there with the best in the WPIAL.”

USC the best Currently, Upper St. Clair is considered the best in the Quad-A and the Panthers, who play host to Peters Township Sept. 13, proved that against Canon-McMillan. In a 47-0 win over the Big Macs, Joe Repischak completed 11 aerials for 197 passing yards. He tossed 80 of them to Morgan Lee, who finished with four grabs, plus a 68-yard punt return for a score. In the triumph, Trevor Morrow rushed for three scores of 2, 5 and 10 yards. Mac Pope, Kevin Chrissis and Marcus Galie also ran for touchdowns of 1, 7 and 1 yards. While USC has improved

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Mt. Lebanon tailback Jake Rolfsen breaks through the line during Southeastern Conference action versus Bethel Park. Lebo dropped a 14-3 decision to the Blackhawks.

to 2-0 in the Southeastern Conference, Peters Township slipped to 1-1 after a 3315 loss to Penn Hills. Marcus Ubinger scored both touchdowns for the Indians, one on a 9-yard reception from Cory Owen and one on a 3-yard run. Ubinger rushed for 85 yards on 18 carries.

Lebo at Plum Mt. Lebanon and Plum both enter this Southeastern Conference clash at 7 p.m. searching for their first win of the 2013 campaign. While the Blue Devils opened with a nonleague loss to defending state champion North Allegheny, 55-7, and the Mustangs dropped a 38-6 decision to Baldwin last week, both clubs suffered defeats at the hand of Bethel Park. The Blue Devils showed signs of improvement in their 14-3 loss to the Hawks last Friday. Though Kellan Stout is still adapting to his new position, the signal caller completed 10 passes against BP for 76 yards. Shane Lefever hauled in six of those aerials for 64 yards while Troy Apke had three grabs for 26 yards. Defensively, Matt Hoffman, Eddie Jenkins and Redge Nelson recovered fumbles for the Blue Devils. Nelson’s recovery enabled Lebo to register its three points on a 40-yard field goal by Robbie Constantino. Against the Mustangs, Lebo’s primary concern will be stopping Will Fuhrer. He completed 11 passes for 134 yards and a 9-yard TD to Patrick

Crossey against Baldwin. Lebo’s pass defense against BP proved effective as Levi Metheny was limited to two yards. He completed just 2 of 8 passes.

Central at C-M This non-conference clash pits Central Catholic against Canon-McMillan at Canonsburg Memorial Stadium. The Big Macs are coming off a 47-0 loss to Upper St. Clair, where they only gained 56 total yards. The Vikings are fresh from a 24-0 win over North Hills in a key Northern Eight Conference clash. Luigi Lista-Brinza is a primary concern for the Big Macs as the running back rolled up 144 yards and one score against North Hills. Vikings also boast Florida State recruit J.J. Cosentino. He tossed a 2-yard TD to Graham Adomitis. Mitch MacZura kicked a 27-yard field goal and Riley Redman ran for an 8-yard TD.

SLS vs KO This Century Conference fray pits cross-street rivals Seton-La Salle against Keystone Oaks at Dormont Stadium. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. While K0 dropped to 0-2 after a 59-0 drubbing by South Fayette, Seton-La Salle improved to 2-0 in the league with a 41-16 win over McGuffey. While the Golden Eagles mustered just 95 total yards against the Lions, Tyler Perone rolled up 354 passing yards for SLS against the Highlanders (see related story).

In the shutout against Keystone Oaks, Brett Brumbaugh completed 6 of 9 passes for 159 yards. Grant Fetchet rushed for 146 yards on eight carries and scored four times on runs of 4, 6, 2 and 40 yards. Justin Waston caught three passes for 128 yards and two scores. His TD aerials went for 57 and 27 yards. Hayden Oiler returned an interception 14 yards for a defensive TD. Nick Sabo and Hunter Hayes also ran for touchdowns, measuring 17 and 77 yards respectively. Brian Coyne kicked the extra points. The Ironmen, meanwhile, are coming off a 55-3 win against Burgettstown. D’Andre Pickens is a primary concern as he rushed for 281 yards and three scores of 56, 66 and 52 yards against the Blue Devils. He also caught a 7-yard TD pass from Connor Stevens, who also tossed a 63-yard bomb to Derek Taylor.

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The Colts prepped for this Parkway Conference clash at 7 p.m. Sept. 13 by trouncing Hopewell, 34-14. Josh Lapiana excelled, completing 11 of 20 passes for 320 yards. Dom Castello served as Lapiana’s top target, hauling in six receptions for 169 yards. He scored three times, twice on completions of 20 and 73 yards from Lapiana, and once on a 65-yard interception return. Also for the Colts, Delmer King caught a 69-yard TD pass, Tanner Garris rushed for a 5-yard score and Tom Kovach connected on four extra points.

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Chartiers-Houston used a 42-yard field goal by Mark Cushma to beat Bishop Canevin, 9-6, in a Black Hills Conference clash. Both teams are now 1-1 overall. For the Buccaneers, Miles Williamson also caught a 4-yard pass from Kaleb Susko in third quarter.

Fun means fast for Mt. Lebanon girls By Eleanor Bailey Sports editor ebailey@thealmanac.net

When Ron Schreiner tells the girls on the Mt. Lebanon cross country team to run for fun, Kelsey Potts, Jillian Hunsberger and Audrey Gordon do what they always do. They run their fastest and they run to win. “So I have to separate them on fun runs because they want to go hard all the time and you can’t do that,” explained Schreiner. “We have to break them up, in order to save their legs but they want to run.” And run, Potts, Hunsberger and Gordon did as they paced Lebo to victory in the Red, White and Blue Classic, the first of the big scholastic cross country battles of the season. On the Schenley Park course, the Blue Devils dominated, placing all three in the top seven. Potts won the meet in 17:47. Hunsberger followed in third place with an 18:13 time and Gordon secured the seventh spot in 18:13. “Kelsey is incredible but it’s because she trains with Jillian and Audrey. They are all aggressive and they really push each other to become better.” Hunsberger and Gordon are both seniors. They each are receiving “lots of interest” from college programs such as Penn State, Pitt, Dayton, Miami and the Coast Guard Academy. Hunsberger was the bronze medalist last year in the WPIAL while Gordon finished seventh overall. “They are my workout

queens,” said Schreiner. “They excel in the speed workouts and they challenge Kelsey.” With the push, plus pleasant temperatures, Potts performed her best, submitting one of the fastest times recorded at the meet. Only a sophomore, Potts was the fourth-place finisher in last year’s WPIAL championships. However, her victory at the Red, White and Blue makes her a contender for the Class AAA title. Shaler junior Brianna Schwartz is the defending champion with an 18:32 mark. “We did not expect the 17:47,” Schreiner said of the time Potts recorded. “And, Brianna was not at the meet. She makes Kelsey go better but (Potts) pushed off Jillian and Audrey. Kelsey knows her task will be difficult but she had gained so much confidence from last year. “As a freshman, Kelsey learned so much that it is helping her run as a sophomore,” Schreiner continued. “She knows when and where to expend her energy and how to run every course.” With Potts, Hunsberger, Gordon and nine other talented runners, the Lebo ladies are the favorites to defend their WPIAL Class AAA team title. They won the 2012 crown with 49 points to outdistance North Allegheny (97) and North Hills (108). In the RWB event, Lebo had three other harriers finish under 20 minutes including Claire Dougherty, Callie Gunzenshauser and Sadie Saxton. Junior Nicole Dahlen completed

Lebo’s scoring. Additionally, Lebo relies upon Rachel Tandon, Julia Staltari, Grace Tandon, Emma Furry and Ellie Meinzer. “Our first three (Kelsey, Jillian and Audrey) are set but the rest of the girls are interchangeable. They are so close. We’ve never had this much depth on a team. So we are excited about this team’s ability to make a run.” While defending their district title holds some sway on the Lebo ladies, they are much more interested in bettering their position in the PIAA. The Blue Devils finished fifth at states last fall. “The girls are excited. They want to make an imprint. They will not just be happy to get to the state meet this year. They want to make a run at the favorites.” The Lebo ladies get a sneak peak of the PIAA championships when they travel to Penn State this Friday, Sept. 13 to compete in the Spike Shoe Classic. Thirty elite teams have been invited, including Pennsbury and Unionville, which finished 1-2 in last year’s PIAA championships with 43 and 86 points respectively. After the Lebo ladies race at 4:30, they will watch the Lady Lions run and cheer on Julie Kocjancic. The 2013 Lebo graduate is a freshman harrier and running ninth on the Penn State cross country club. “We are excited to see Julie. She was our voice last season and a great role model for our girls,” said Schreiner.

“Plus, it’s a prestigious meet and we’ll get to see how we stack up against Unionville and Pennsbury. They were off the planet last year. But, we know we belong on the same course with them this year.” The following weekend, Lebo participates in the Foundation Meet, which is run on the state championship course in Hershey. “The next two weeks will define our season,” Schreiner said. “After that, we’ll know how good we are.” Early indications are the Lebo ladies are very good. Just ask anybody who raced them at the Red, White and Blue Classic.

Lebo boys second

North Allegheny took spots 4 through 8 and added 10th and 12th places in dominating the boys’ A field, finishing first with 30 points. Lebo took second with 99 points. The Blue Devils placed three in the top 20, taking places 11, 15 and 19 with Patrick Quirk, Todd Gunzenhauser and Billy Dougherty. Evan Hatton, Matthew Stone, Sam Hughes and Ian Harris also contributed to Lebo’s showing. Other top finishers locally among the boys were: James Smith from Upper St. Clair (21st); Shaun Hay from Peters Township (23rd), Ethan Linderman from Canon-McMillan (26th) and Eric Kaminski of Bethel Park (34th). Kylie Knavish finished 34th overall. She helped Peters Township to a 14thplace finish as a team.

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into the action, Tatiana Ruzzini and Halle Hammer powered BP’s comeback. Ruzzini registered goals with 13:05 to play in the first half and 10:55 to play in the game while Hammer supplied a tally four minutes into the second half as BP opened up a 3-1 lead, which narrowed when Maddie Schwerzler scored for PT with six minutes to play. Ruzzini registered 12 goals and eight assists last season while Hammer provided 22 tallies and nine dishes when the Lady Hawks recorded one of their best records in school history (20-3). Hence the two are expected to pick up the slack caused by Baroffio’s graduation as well as Alexis Keibler’s matriculation to Malone University. “We are relying upon them for scoring,” said BP skipper Jon Gentile. “We’ll get our goals up top from them.” That Ruzzini sabotaged the PT protection did not surprise Gentile. She’s done that to other team’s defenses for four years. “She’s been invaluable,” he explained. “She’s a hard worker. She never gives up. She creates plays out of nothing. “With AJ at Duquesne, it’s Tatiana’s time to shine up top. She’s got great pace. Not many have the speed she does. Plus, she’s a great team player. So unselfish. There are only good things to say about her.” Kudos, also, are the only thing Gentile can give to his defense. The foursome in the back is the same group that helped BP race

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“build off of the amazing program and foundation” already in place. “With a fresh start all players are given the opportunity to step up and play significant roles on our team,” she said. So far the approach has worked as USC opened the 2013 campaign with backto-back wins in the South Hills Classic. The Panthers defeated Mt. Lebanon, 4-1, and blanked Mercyhurst Prep, 1-0. Dirda expected strong leadership from her six seniors, Olivia Belack, Megan Ebeck, Alexis Evangelista, Hayley Gans, Leah Mertz and Jordan Selep, and received just that in the season-opening tournament. Belack scored twice against Lebo and assisted Ebeck on the game-winner against Prep. Selep had a goal against Lebo as did sophomore Emma Hasco. Katie Torkos assisted Hasco. Juniors Heather Godwin, Sami Lackner, Bailey Mielcusny and Julia de la Parra anchored the defense and Sarah McMurtry recorded the shutout in the nets against Prep. In addition to Hasco and Belack, USC expects fire power up front from sophomores Maddie Rocks and Katie Banbury. Meanwhile, Taylor Smith provides strong support with McMurtry in goal. While she spoke little of tangible goals like winning championships, Dirda’s outlook for the season sums up success for USC on a variety of levels. “Our goals are to develop competitive and intelligent soccer players that are able to make changes during the run of play,” Dirda said. “We will trust in our team identity to challenge ourselves to become the best soccer team we can be. Every game will be a challenge and we will look for continual growth and improvements throughout the season.” At 2-1 overall, USC looks

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SPORTS to an undefeated section championship title last fall and third-place finish in the WPIAL so as to qualify for the PIAA tournament. Lindsay Boss and Rachel Gaddis anchor the unit at the center back position while Alexis Machi and Jess Horgan return as the outside backers. Nicole Bock, Hayley Hulbert, Megan Barr and Kelsey Tischler also contribute in the back. “Defense, defense, defense,” Gentile emphasized. “That’s been a key for us. I cannot say enough about those four girls in the back.” The Lady Hawks, who recorded 11 shutouts last fall, are up to form, too, as they opened defense of their Section 4 title with a 7-0 shutout against Ringgold last week. They opened the 2013 campaign with a 1-0 decision against Penn-Trafford. With the win over Peters, they improved to 3-0 overall heading into this week’s action, which includes a battle at Highmark Stadium at 3 p.m. Sept. 14 against rival Upper St. Clair. BP is continuing its success because of veteran midfielders such as Lauren Toth, Chelsea Conway and Sarah Buczkowski. Conway and Buczkowski are co-captains. They each contributed five goals last fall. Buczkowski also provided nine assists. In addition to the aforementioned eight returning starters, BP has relied so far on newcomers like Laura Page in the nets, Tara Nath as a striker to compliment Ruzzini, and Molly Gorges to solidify the midfield. Alexa Kalogeris is also a goalie while Holly and Taylor Tamburo, Emily Kukan, Sely Patrizio, Karissa

Coffield, Mia Wohlgemuth and Maria Winzek add strength to the middle of the field. Alexa Kalogeris also contributes to the club. While Gentile pointed to the fact that each season is different because of new groups of players with different styles of play, he believes his veterans will take Bethel Park far this season. “Our senior leadership is unmatched and as a whole we are focused,” he said. “Our goals as always are to win a section, WPIAL and state championship.” Those, likewise, are the objectives of Peters Township, which has won the last three straight PIAA titles. The Lady Indians also are the defending section and district champions. They posted a 12-0 Section 5 slate on their way to an overall mark of 24-1. Prior to their loss to the Hawks, PT ran its record to 3-0 after its Section 5 opener, an 8-0 triumph over Brashear. Against the Bullets, Maddie Santo scored twice. Carly Johns, Laurel Carpenter, Emily Cottril, Madeline LaVigna, Caitlin Pendergast and Riley Partyka supplied single tallies for the Indians. Carpenter collected two assists. Johns, Lavigna, Kristen Cjzakowski, Franty, Andi McGinnis and Erin Helbig each chipped in one assist. Megan Parker recorded one save in posting the shutout. Parker is back in the nets for the Lady Indians after recovering from knee surgery that wiped out her junior year. Parker’s return enabled Johns to move back to defense. Franty and LaVigna join Johns and Parker as the only veteran starters on this year’s club.

The Lady Indians, however, have been bolstered by the play of newcomers on the forward line such as Santo, Cjzakowski, Partyka, Cottril and Nicole Kittleberger as well as defenders such as Mariah Vuchich and Mackenzie Gentile. While head coach Pat Vereb expected BP to be a tough opponent, he also anticipates section foe, Upper St. Clair, and crosstown rival, Mt. Lebanon, to provide stiff competition for his club. With that in mind, however, Vereb pointed to the program’s success as a vital strength to carry on PT’s tradition of winning. “The competiveness of the program and commitment to excellence,” he said, is what keeps the Indians on top.

to extend that growth when the Lady Panthers host Canon-McMillan at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 11 and when they visit Highmark Stadium in Station Square on Sept. 14. USC takes on Bethel Park, which is fresh off an upset win against Peters Township. Kick-off is at 3 p.m.

playoff club, they deviate little from previous plans. “Our goals are the same as seasons past,” said Kelly, pointing to a program that has won five district titles between 2002-2011 and several state crowns. “Win the section championship. Win the WPIAL title and plan a trip to Hershey in November.” Though Rocco Gagliardi has moved on to La Roche, Tony Pecone to UPJ and Eric Albright to Robert Morris, SLS builds around veterans Dan Boland, Kevin Hudson and Christian Vogel. According to Kelly, those three contributed “a lot” to last year’s team. “Goal scoring seemed to be an issue last season and we lost our two leading scorers (Gagliardi and Sam Kotsyak), so I’d assume that to be our biggest concern going into the season.” While the Rebels anticipated having that area of the game “sorted out” by the beginning of the season, they depended upon other assets to carry them through the campaign. “Our speed and athleticism appear to be the team’s strengths,” Kelly said. “Plus, we return some strong defensive players.” The SLS roster boasts 10 seniors. In addition to Boland, Hudson and Vogel, the Rebels depend upon

Zach Hutchinson, Noah Kaib, Levi Masau, Ryan Milcarek, Sean Reiber, Justin Wang and Matt Wilke for leadership. Among the juniors are: Chris Cho, James Mallon, Justin Nedzesky, Nick Pazuchanics, Colin Stewart and Mark Williamson. The Rebels also feature four sophomorers: Brandon Benedetti, Morgan Samuels, Nick Messina and Leo Wilson as well as three freshman: Jared Capozza, Ryan Kenderick and Christopher Stack. Going into this week’s action, the Rebels were 3-0 with victories over Greensburg Central Catholic, 2-1, Avonworth, 3-0, and North Catholic, 10-0.

SLS boys The Rebels are now in the capable hands of Ryan Kelly. He captained SetonLa Salle to a WPIAL championship in 2002. His resume includes a long list of assistantships, not only at his alma mater, but also at powerhouse Mt. Lebanon. During a string of state and district championships, Kelly assisted Aaron Pancyzk (2007-08) and Mike Thomas (2011) at SLS. From 2009-2010, he assisted Larry Fingers. The current Canon-McMillan coach, who led the Big Macs to the Class AAA title in 2013, formerly managed Carlynton. Most recently, Kelly assisted Ron Wilcher’s Blue Devils in 2012. Kelly has surrounded himself with winners on his staff as former Rebels Nik Balzer (’07), Mark DelGreco (’06) and Pat Vaughan (’08) serve as assistant coaches. While it appears to be a rebuilding year for the Rebels because they lost much from last year’s 13-4

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Other action The Peters Township boys started the season on a winning note, with victories against Kiski, 3-1, Mercyhurst Prep, 4-0, and Ambridge, 3-0. Against the Cavaliers, Mario Mastrangelo racked up two goals. His twin brother, Nicco, supplied the other tally. Dylan Weyers netted an assist. Joshua Deyarim earned the shutout in the nets against Prep. Troy Eskew had the hat trick. Matt Dekman added the fourth tally. Mario Mastrangelo and Ryan Ponchione had assists. In the Section 5 opener against the Bridgers, Max O’Hare was in the nets for the shutout. Nicco (2) and Mario (1) Mastrangelo accounted for the goals. They each also had an assist as did Sean Harrison. The Indians also added a 3-1 win over Ringgold. The Mastrangelos struck

CV girls Meanwhile, Bill Douglass has taken over the reins of the girls’ program at Chartiers Valley. The Ohio native played soccer for Thiel College. Before accepting the position as the Lady Colts’ skipper, Douglass was an assistant at South Park, where the Eagles have competed in several state and district championships. Douglass also coaches for the Century United soccer club. Douglass has taught middle school and high school Spanish. His entire 11-year career has been spent in the Char-Valley School District.

again with two goals from Mario and one from Nicco. Eskew and Wes Ward collected assists. Nicco Mastrangelo also garnered an assist. After battling CanonMcMillan last night in a rematch of last year’s WPIAL championship match, the Upper St. Clair boys will play their third game at Highmark Stadium at Station Square in Pittsburgh. The Panthers battle Bethel Park at 5 p.m. Sept. 14.

BP drops PT Bethel Park handed Peters Township its first loss of the season Sept. 9 when the Hawks scored a comefrom-behind victory, 3-2. After Ryan Ponchione scored, off an assist from Sean Harrison 16 minutes into first half, giving PT the lead, BP roared back. Michael Guerrero tited the match but Matt Dekman quickly answered for the Indians. Tom O’Hare assisted. With eight minutes to play, Nick Schindhette responded with back-to-back goals to loft the Hawks to victory. The Indians, now 5-1 overall and 2-0 in Section 5, return to action Sept. 12 when they host Chartiers Valley.

PT girls rebound Laurel Carpenter scored in a mad scramble in front of the net from a volley with 30 seconds to play to lift the Peters Township girls to victory over Mount Lebanon, 2-1. Maddi Santo scored first for the Indians (4-1) off an assist from Emily Franty. Eleni Nicklas knotted the score early in the second half for Lebo. Megan Parker got the win in goal, making 3 saves. With eight returning veterans, the Lady Colts have aspirations of finishing in the top three in their division so as to make the playoffs, says Douglass. “We enter each game knowing what tactics we want to implement in order to get the result we desire,” he added. Returning players such as Emily Tolmer, Katie Burnett, Jamie Casto, Alanna Sullivan, Katie Glausser, Skylar Martz, Sara Watters and Candice Coughenour provide the leadership. They blend well with newcomers, who are filling the vacancies in the line-up, such as Morgan Henderson, Valerie Mutschler, Justine Burnett, Heather Schmidt, Anne Radzanowski and Chelsea Cornish. While the Lady Colts are good at challenging for soccer balls in the air, Douglass would like to see them do better. It’s likely that will come to fruition as Douglass says that his team’s work ethic has been great. Another asset, he added, is that his squad possesses “great depth of technically and tactically sound players.” Before heading into their first section clash versus Upper St. Clair, the Lady Colts posted shutouts against Penn Hills, 3-0, Elizabeth-Forward, 1-0, South Fayette, 5-0, and Montour, 2-0.

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The Bethel Park Board of School Directors recently presented a Certificate of Appreciation to the Bethel Park Soccer Boosters for its donation of almost $9,400 worth of clothing and equipment to the district. A Mule Pro Trainer and 90 warm-up jackets and pants for the high school boys’ and girls’ varsity and junior varsity teams were donated. Earlier this year, the Boosters donated $2,700 to help pay for lighting on the new high school athletic complex. Board president Donna Cook presented the certificate to Deanne Buczkowski, co-president of the boosters.

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An NFL Punt, Pass & Kick competition will be held at 1 p.m. Sept. 15 at Boyce Mayview Park in Upper St. Clair. Ages 6-15 are eligible. Entry forms are available at NFLPPK. com, twpusc.org or from the community center.

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Tour the Montour will be held Sept. 21. The bicycle ride begins at the trail’s mile zero marker, located at Route 51 and Montour Road, just off I-79 and the Coraopolis/ Neville Island Bridge. Rides vary in length from a 6-mile family fun ride through 62 miles and start between 7:15 - 8:15 a.m. Fees range between $25 and $45 for adults and families preregistering before Sept. 6. Fees increase to $30 and $50 after this date. Visit www. montourtrail.org or call 412-257-3011.

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The former deputy chief of police was sworn in as the new chief of police for Upper St. Clair Township before the commissioners meeting Sept 3. Douglas Burkholder, 60, will now take over the department after the retire-

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since then. Burkholder was sworn in by D. Michael Fisher, United States federal judge of the Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Serakowski said Sept. 4 that Burkholder’s salary as the chief had not yet been determined, but the range for the position is $96,436 to $135,010. Burkholder joined the Upper St. Clair Police Department in 1976. He was promoted to sergeant in 1980, to lieutenant in 1987, and to deputy chief of police around 2000, according to Serakowski. On Sept. 3, the commissioners also: • Granted approval for

Chief Douglas Burkholder

outdoor dining at Chipotle Mexican Grill at 1720 Washington Road. A drawing on file at the township’s library shows a row of table seating outside the north wall of the restaurant. Scott Brilhart, community

development director for the township, told commissioners July 29 that a row of planters are planned to shield the tables from view, and will still allow a 4-footwide area of sidewalk for use on the other side of the planters. • Received a petition, with 47 signatures, from Steve Mesinere of Sky Ridge Drive asking the township to look into a speeding problem on his street. He said traffic and speeding have been a problem on his road since the township’s Community and Recreation Center opened. He said the street was studied for possible traffic calming measures about two years

FUNDRAISERS Open “MIC” Acoustic The Friends of South Park, the County Park will sponsor Open “MIC” Acoustic 3-7 p.m. Sept. 15 at Mojo’s South Park Bar & Grill at the South Park Golf Course. Mojo’s will sell food, beer, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, soft drinks, ice cream and snacks. Pets on leashes are welcome. Admission fee of $5 will benefit the Friends of South Park. Those interested in performing or attending should contact Sharon Adams at 412-897-2403. The Friends of South Park, the County Park, a citizen’s advocacy group focused on park betterment meets at 7:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month. Meetings are open to the public and held at the Buffalo Inn on Brownsville Road. The next scheduled meetings are Sept. 18 and Oct. 16.

Park High School in 2014. To register, contact Lions members Bill Raymer at 412-831-7450 or braymer58@ verizon.net, or Joe Foriska at 412-854-4762 or jforiska1@ comcast.net.

Golf classic The Presbyterian SeniorCare Golf Classic takes place Sept. 16 at Lone Pine Country Club. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 11:45. For more information, visit www.srcare.org/ events. Proceeds benefit the SeniorCARE FUND at Presbyterian SeniorCare’s Washington campus.

Diabetes walk

The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Western PA Chapter’s Walk to Cure Diabetes on Flagstaff Hill in Schenley Park will take place Sept. 21. Another walk at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg campus is slated for Sept. 28. For both sites, registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and Pasta fundraiser the two-mile walk begins at FosterCat will sponsor 10. its eighth annual spaghetti For more information, dinner fundraiser 4-7 p.m. call 412-471-1414 ext. 5. Sept. 14 at Wallace Memo- Golf classic rial Presbyterian Church, La Roche College will Green Tree. hold the Scott Lang MemoChoose from meat or rial Golf Classic Sept. 23 at meatless sauce. Salad, desWildwood Golf Club, Allisert and beverages are inson Park. cluded. There will be a ChiRegistration is at 10:15 nese auction and vendors. a.m. followed by a cookout Tickets are $9 for adults lunch on the deck at 11 and and $4 for children and golf at noon with a shotgun are available at the door, start/scramble format. Reat www.fostercat.org or by ception and awards follow calling 412-481-9144. at 5 p.m. Golf outing Registration is required. Register by Sept. 14 for Register online at laroche. the annual George Meyer edu or contact Bobbi Kress Scholarship Golf Outing, LaPlace at bobbi.laplace@ sponsored by Bethel Park laroche.edu or 412-536-1087. Lions. The event will be The event is held in memheld Sept. 21 at Linden- ory of LaRoche’s late baswood Golf Club in McMur- ketball coach, who in 2010, ray. Registration begins at at age 41, tragically passed noon with tee off at 1 p.m. away on the court during There is a scramble format practice. Proceeds from and single golfers will be as- the event enable LaRoche signed to teams. College to maintain and enAll money raised will hance student athletic prosupport a scholarship to a grams, build infrastructure deserving senior at Bethel for the sports programs and

purchase needed ment and supplies.

equip- call 412-343-4054 or go to www.mtlebanonvillage.org. Sponsorship opportunities Library benefit are still available. Peacock Keller law firm is sponsoring the sixth Golf outing Family Promise, formerannual “Off The Shelf ... A Celebration of Books” ly Interfaith Hospitality charity event 6-9:30 p.m. Network, will hold a golf Sept. 18, to support librar- outing 10:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. ies in Pennsylvania’s Sept. 30 at Rolling Hills Washington, Greene and Country Club, McMurray. Price per golfer is $150 Fayette counties. The fundraiser will feature a pre- and includes lunch and sentation by Keith Bellows, dinner, plus more. Cost of editor in chief of National dinner only is $40. SponGeographic Traveler maga- sorships are also available. zine, and will take place Register online at www. at the Southpointe Hilton westminster-church.org. Family Promise provides Garden Inn. This year’s theme is a safe, temporary home for travel. Each table at the fun- children and their parents draiser will choose a book who are homeless. about travel and decorate Bowling fundraiser their table accordingly, as Family Promise of part of a larger contest. Southwestern PennsylTable decorating will be vania will hold its first held from 4:30-6 p.m. on the Frames for Families event day of the event, with an from noon-3 p.m. Oct. 5 at impartial panel of judges Meadows Lanes on Raceevaluating each table there- track Road. after. Cocktail hour begins The field is limited to 20 at 6, providing attendees teams, and only the first an opportunity to inspect 100 bowlers will be able to Chinese auction items. Par- participate. Registration is ticipants will also be able $20 per bowler and includes to support their favorite three games and shoe tables by donating to the rental. Sponsorship oppor“People’s Choice Award.” tunities are available and A live auction will also be donations for the Chinese held. Dinner will follow at auction and for door prizes 7, with Bellows taking the are being accepted. podium at 8. To register, become a For more information, sponsor or for more inforcall 724-222-4520 or visit mation, visit www.famiwww.peacockkeller.com/ lypromiseSWPA.org or offtheshelf. contact Zana Adams at 724825-1214 or zana.adams@ Benefit dinner Lebanon Village will live.com. The event will raise hold its fourth annual fundraising dinner and silent funds for and help to proauction at 6 p.m. Sept. 26 vide shelter and support to at St. Clair Country Club. children and families who The dinner, called Bringing are homeless. Smiles to the Community, Heart Walk will celebrate the impact Join the American Heart Mt. Lebanon Village has Association at the Washhad on the community. KD- ington County and Mon KA’s Jennifer Antkowiak, Valley Heart Walk Oct. 5 who is also the founder of at Consol Energy Park in “Jennifer Cares,” which Washington. Registration helps make life easier for for the walk starts at 9 a.m. women, families and espe- followed by the walk at 10. cially caregivers, will be the Further information can keynote speaker. be found at www.heart.org/ For ticket information, washingtonwalk

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ago, but he is asking that it be examined again. Mesinere said, “My neighbor across the street wears a bright yellow vest to mow his grass because he’s afraid of getting hit. That’s no exaggeration.” He said aggressive driving is an issue in addition to speed. Serakowski said he’s aware that things have changed in the past five years, since the C&RC has been open. “We’re cognizant of those issues,” he said. Commission president Bob Orchowski said the township has a process for handling such requests and it will be put into the process.

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Classic 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath colonial situated on a beautifully landscaped lot on a cul-de-sac street. Features include nine foot ceilings & newer hardwood floors on first floor, cherry kitchen with island, spacious family room with fireplace, finished game room with full bath, master suite with sitting area, his & hers closets and luxury bath with whirlpool. Spectacular rear deck, screened in area with vaulted ceiling. Wonderful neighborhood with sidewalks and wooded open space. Call today!

Charming 2 story with updates throughout. Modern appointments included in the kitchen, newer appliances, hardwood floors, carpeting, windows and roof. Aggregate walkway, custom fire pit, extended Omni patio and large turnaround driveway. Enjoy the partially fenced yard from the covered deck. Move right into this stylish home. All the work is done.

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REAL ESTATE DEED TRANSFERS Seller

Address

Price

Erin Patrick and B. Baronner

Patrick Henry Myers

5028 Belmont Ave.

$172,000

David Campbell and J. Larkin

Adam Smith

2408 Bethel Church Road

$139,900

CTI Towers Assets 1 LLC

CTI Towers Inc.

400 Brush Run Road

$134,400

Amy Vincler

Nathaniel Coon

1051 Cork Drive

$247,500

Ryan and Amy Hurey

Paul Armstrong

5702 Glen Hill Drive

$229,000

James Ryan II and Heather Ryan Robert Reed

1082 Glen Oak Drive

Chris and Tiffany Jankowiak

Gina DeCarlucci

2986 Greenwald Road

Marianne Shaffer

Angela Naderi

James DelSole

Buyer

Seller

Address

Michael and Amanda Rost

Mark Rush

933 Osage Road

$706,360

264 Parker Drive

$407,814

John and Charlotte Kalafut

Sirva Relocaiton Properties LLC 264 Parker Drive

$407,814

Scott and Karen Ramsey

Paul Lynch

277 Roycroft Ave.

$220,000

Gavin Mowrey

KRP Development L.P.

429 Salem Drive

$300,600

$260,000

Praveen Narasimhamurthy and Roopashree Krishnamurthy Stuart Brown

788 Scrubgrass Road

$177,500

$186,000

Andrew and Angela Harwood

455 Thornycroft Ave.

$227,500

2201 Lenox Drive

$130,000

M. Falk and L. Simon Goldberg William Berkowitz

939 Valleyview Road

$550,000

Charles Blacka III

5495 Library Road Unit 8

$123,000

Elias and Gladys Abboud

Baris Budak

1361 Washington Road

John Wolf

Estate of Frieda Harris

2517 Milford Drive

$127,500

607 Washington Road LLC

Ashutosh Bhargave trustee

607 Washington Road

Abigail Pellow

Andrew Parish

925 Tanglewood Drive

$157,000

Darren Davis and Lisa Marie Inv. Brenda Ann Caste estate et al.

83 Woodland Drive

$515,000

Nathan and Esther Plymale

Steven Sarrick

1216 Tidewood Drive

$184,900

A. John and Anne Komorowski Clay Patchin Hughes

626 Arden Lane

$394,500

Deborah Scriven

Susan Rose

948 Trillium Trail

$117,500

Bin Sun and Qizhi Zie

Lana Ehrlich

239 Bower Hill Road

$141,250

US Bank NA trustee

John Vales

BRIDGEVILLE

Sirva Relocation Properties LLC Eric Schmidt

Price

Timothy Chiappetta

$295,000 $1,025,000

379 Broadmoor Ave. $1,755 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $181,700)

Jarrod and Ashley Krenn

Kenneth Tritchler

1505 Critchfield Drive

$156,000

Smith Palmer & Tepe Properties Maxwell Farrell trustee

208 Dell Ave.

$112,000

Christopher and Leah Jeram

Jacob Bagwell et al.

1057 LaFayette St.

$131,000

Robbins Bobbitt

Jane Easler

421 Duquesne Drive

$184,000

Robert and Shelly Burr

David Coffaro

1273 Firwood Drive

$345,000

Cartus Financial Corp.

James Henson

513 Hillcrest Place

$350,000

Kevin Fitzpatrick and N. Edgar

Cartus Financial Corp.

513 Hillcrest Place

$345,000

Debra McNavish

Karin Vejlstrup Young

65 Iroquois Drive

$185,000

Charles Andrew and Jill Stroh

Timothy Pleta

813 MacArthur Drive

$290,000

RAC Closing Services LLC

Lee Lust

447 Meridian Drive

$267,000

Justin and Amanda Hackett

RAC Closing Services LLC

447 Meridian Drive

Alan Bloch

938 Osage Road

CANONSBURG

ARC CAFEUSA001 LLC

GE Capital Franchise Finance 109 Cavasina Drive $10 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $1,942,842)

K. Tritchler II and Carly Tritchler Shawn Bukovinsky

806 Gladden Road

$285,000

R. Fischer and Brenda Ortiz

104 Hawthorne St.

$115,000

CARNEGIE

Shirley Lazorchak

$267,000

Cortano Group LLC

Michael Duffy

307 Fifth Ave.

$110,000

Steven and Heather Hall

Margaret May

Estate of Adeline Popivchak

52 Carol Drive

$132,000

William Jacob and Amy Lynes Peter Smith

1199 Pinewood Drive

$161,000

Michelle Dawson

John Rosenecker

51 Roycroft Ave.

$345,000

Colin and Shannon Farrell

Lindsay O'Shea Galvin

456 Sage Drive

$225,000

Clay Patchin and Cristen Hughes Michael Hogel

90 Standish Blvd.

$650,000

O. and G. McClintock Jr.

Charlotte Borland trustee

750 Washington Road 702

$172,500

William and Carolyn Keslar

Richard Miehl trustee

750 Wash. Road Unit 1505

$229,000

NVR Inc.

JR Properties 1 Inc.

Bayberry Drive

$186,400

Kristin Weinman

Estate of Henry Dietz Jr.

206 Clutter St.

$185,000

Stone Financing LLC

Dominic Salvatore Trippodo

32 Countryside Court

$229,500

Casey Saunders

Stone Financing LLC

32 Countryside Court

$229,500

Mary Beth Sax

Erin Walker

151 Foxchase Drive

$324,900

Matthew and Susan Luckhardt Brian Simon

1211 Meadowbrook Drive

$165,000

Joseph and Bridget Defazio

Jerald King

Ross Road

Natalia Denisova

Paul Carter

1060 Royal Drive

$179,000

Jennifer Frank

Amy Chittister

610 Carriage Circle

$100,000

Leah and Brandon T. Maravich

Kyle Billington

234 Colony Court

$110,000

Brittany Thomas

Rebecca Anglin Ipinski

1238 Pennsbury Blvd.

$108,600

133 Community Court

$104,500

CASTLE SHANNON

Zijad and Izeta Hodzic

Marcia Paradis

803 Cooke Drive

$89,000

David and Amelia Kahl

Jeffrey Brewer

3116 Home Ave.

$73,500

Donna Jenkins White

Mario White

3125 Home Ave.

$99,000

Leslie Creely

Donna Jenkins White

3125 Home Ave.

$99,000

Peter Maruhnich

Phyllis Martini

1069 Thornwood Drive

$102,900

Rya Gerity

Randy Howard Jr.

1454 Trance Drive

$126,000

CECIL

Richard and Marylou Heiser

Brooks & Blair L.P.

8005 Beck Lane 13C

Robert and Louise Blunkosky

James Osella

Cumer Road

David and Kristy Budavich

Tage Eriksen

382 Jubilee Drive

$167,500

John and Jennifer Hartt

William Kline

40 Meadowcrest Drive

$185,000

Wilbert Brown and K. Siker

Mission Hills LLC

741 Mission Hills Drive

$298,680

NVR Inc.

Oakbrooke Muse Partn. L.P.

Oakbrook Drive

$76,000

David Losko Jr.

719 Wildwood Drive

$75,000

Anthony and Mary Romano

Stephen Teyssier

94 Woodlawn Ave.

$95,000

GREEN TREE

Cartus Financial Corp.

Andrew Branham

Jason and Ashlee Sedlemeyer Cartus Financial Corp.

MT. LEBANON

Stephen and Kathryn Worthy

$294,999 $82,500

181 W. Manilla Ave.

$289,551

181 W. Manilla Ave.

$305,000

NORTH STRABANE

PENNSBURY VILLAGE

Charles and Tuija Blumenschein Janet Frishman

PETERS Jerome Geisler

GRSW Stewart Real Estate Trust Stacey Lee Sneberger Hoover

381-383 Anawanda Ave.

$223,500

239 Atlanta Drive

$204,000

M. Rogers and M. Ruane Rogers GRSW Stewart Real Esate Trust 239 Atlanta Drive

$204,000

Ashley Episcopo

474 Broadmoor Ave.

$140,000

James Stehle and Andrea Bosco David Hughes

457 Carnegie Drive

$195,000

Matthew Rodgers

G. Daniel Carney

8 Craig Court

$185,500

Sunny Rental LLC

Peter Thompson

740 E. Shady Drive

$118,000

Daniel and Kristin Baldauff

Federal Home Loan Mort. Corp. 304 Hazel Drive

$105,000

Salene R Kraemer

David Giusti

331 Jonquil Place

$175,000

Joy Wooding Starr

Dana DeGregorio Smith

307 Kingsberry Circle

$200,000

John and Karen Uhrin

Bette Rieck

616 Kingsberry Circle

$282,000

Richard Sean Creehan

Regina White

201 Kingsberry Circle 424

$183,000

306 Old Farm Road

$217,400

James Prepelka

S. Nardeillo et al. and R. Nardeillo Carol Pierce

$1,000,000

$69,900

NVR Inc.

Wadwell Group L.P.

Unknown Address

Andrew and Amy Meister

Paul Groff

330 Buckingham Drive

$925,000

$92,000

Samuel and Tara Robbins Fee

Alice Pentuk

310 Buffalo Ridge Road

$445,000

Donald Huffner Jr.

Charles Manzini

108 Driftwood Drive

$348,500

Jeremy Nuzum

Cathleen Gray

288 Franklin Drive

$150,000

Frank Mysza

Kimberly Chermak

102 Grouse Court 18B

$139,900

Rachel Sweet

Bruce Brickner

107 Justabout Farms Road

$187,500

Robert and Darnella Imblum

Nicole Ranick Easter

337 Quail Run Road 28E

$127,900

Robert and Ruth Black

Rose Marsolino

121 Anglers Way

$369,000

Catherine and Robert Delaney Michael Weir

324 Bridle Trail

$670,000

Dusty and Stephen Mathews

Carolyn Kelly

548 Center Church Road

$275,000

NVR Inc.

Williamson & Jefferson Inc.

Chadwick Drive

$123,000

William and Judy McDougall

Eddy Land Co.

726 Crosswinds Drive 34

$448,600

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C6 The Almanac www.thealmanac.net September 11, 2013

COMMUNITY NEWS REAL ESTATE DEED TRANSERS Buyer

Seller

Address

James Kokoszynski

Kip Jenifer

121 Doubletree Drive

$775,000

Price

Rebecca Parise

Bernice Fink

121 Judith Drive

$230,000

Nino and Stephanie Rizza

Becky Holt Ulam

422 Laurel Drive

$239,000

Sean and Nicole Appel

Jeffrey Hugh

228 Overlook Drive

$431,500

Justin and Angela Harakal

Gerald Neikirk

407 Pine Ridge Drive

$285,000

Geno and Cynthia Levi

Wells Fargo Bank NA

175 Scott Lane

$120,000

Charles Rhoads III

Aaron Benek

250 Scott Lane

$150,000

Christine Beringer

Martik Properties LLP

201 Settlers Court

$250,000

Antonio and Sarah Paez

Thomas Crouse

101 Sherwood Drive

$278,100

Andrew and Bridget Heuer

John Thacik

201 Village Green Drive

$303,000

Steven and Linda Henderson

William Heenan

333 Village Green Drive

$338,000

Jeremy Kelso

Christopher Brian Tedrow

113 Walnut Drive

$375,000

James and Kathleen Hall

Jeffrey Robol

101 Willoughby Court

$525,000

ALLISON DURATZ / STAFF

ROBINSON

Michael and Robyn Kesneck

Maronda Homes Inc.

429 Beech Drive

$440,000

Olugbenga Ajala

Showcase Properties Inc.

240 Grace Manor Drive

$203,816

Allen Patrick and Mary Jo Smith Carey Bird

1103 Kenzie Drive

$77,000

Marcia Paradis

Daniel Zuniga

1407 Kenzie Drive

$132,535

JPMorgan Chase Bank NA

Timothy Moore et al.

2205 Kenzie Drive M5

$1,718

Erin Stewart

Kevin Molka

307 S. Meadow Court

$315,000

Patrick and Amber Isaac

NVR Inc.

140 Stafford Drive

$399,891

R & A Putman Properties LLC

Jaxon Property Management

5290 Steubenville Pike

$320,000

Karen Ford

Amber Mazzoccoli Isaac

591 Thorncliffe Drive

$168,000

Shane Robert O'Brien

Lynn Ritchart

6 Valley Road

Kevin Russell

Melinda Pritchard

1407 Cardinal Drive

$175,000

Steel City Real Estate LLC

Mark Bisi

415 Carothers Ave.

$69,900

Brian Catanzaro

Jeffrey Konkle

1080 Chatham Park Drive

$97,500

Robin Rossmiller

Beverly Wachnowsky et al.

349 Gregg St.

$95,000

Christopher Yurchak

Margaret Cherubin

141 Knox St.

$105,000

Nicholas and Tricia Russo

Raymond Gordon

1227 Meadowlark Drive

$138,000

Darian Property Management

Genevieve Levarse

710 Orchard St.

Todd and Kristen Feltz

NVR Inc.

2006 Berkley Ridge Drive

Tom and Kristin Mazzone

Dan Ryan Builders Mid Atlantic 4025 Fieldcrest Drive

M. Giannoutsos and C. Poole

Gary Thomas

Brent and Ashley Everman

Bruce Graham

1828 Mayview Road

$275,000

Nicholas and Rhonda Fratto

Nicholas Fratto

1278 Oakridge Road

$279,000

Michael and Erin Sabatini

Darryl Schulz

3553 Washington Pike

$225,000

Nuno Themudo and L. Alfredson Patricia Colditz Hare

628 Aljo Drive

$252,500

Adam and Caroline Wazenegger Gerald Johnson

108 Conewanta Road

$200,900

Lawson and Patricia Whiting

Raymond Buehler

1429 Deepwood Drive

$355,000

James and Wendy Johnson

Mark Zimmovan

196 Kent Drive

$282,000

Cartus Financial Corp.

James Helou

2372 Mill Grove Road

$437,000

David and Kelly Ross

Cartus Financial Corp.

2372 Mill Grove Road

$395,807

Gregory and Tamara Geers

Donald Connelly Jr.

2383 Mill Grove Road

$375,000

Henry Kudla II and C. Kudla

Jacqueline Jubinski

1380 Pheasant Circle

$360,000

James and Fiona Bell

Michael Walters Slezak

1545 Pineview Drive Unit 267 $189,000

SCOTT

SOUTH FAYETTE

$83,000

$39,000

$459,000 $339,451

522 Hunters Path Road $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $48,450)

UPPER ST. CLAIR

Caroline Kelly and Paul Trohoski Estate of Patricia Ann Arbes

535 Upper Road

$130,500

John Godwin

109 Village Court

$250,000

1729 Waterford Court

$720,000

Sutton Family L.P.

Rajendra Krishnaswamy and Hemina Krishnabachia Terrence Gilbert Transactions provided by RealSTATs.

Valley Brook trail bridge officially opens Sept. 14 By Terri Johnson Staff writer tjohnson@thealmanac.net

While no cars or trucks are traveling along a portion of Valley Brook Road near Washington Road in Peters Township because of a 14-month-long construction of a new ramp and other improvements, pedestrians and cyclists are moving smoothly in the area thanks to a new 100-foot truss bridge on Arrowhead Trail. While the actual construction on the more than $500,000 bridge was completed in mid-June, the official opening, including a .2-mile section of the trail in Peters, will be held at 11 a.m. Sept. 14 at the bridge site. Ground was broken for the new bridge about 12 months ago, and volunteers associated with the Friends of the Montour Trail in Peters Township spent several months clearing and preparing the area for the bridge construction that began in mid-March, said Mark Imgrund, who is president of the “Friends” organization. When the portion of Valley Brook Road closed in mid-May, Imgrund said the closure did not affect construction other than delivery of the actual bridge that had to take a different route. The large structure was delivered after traveling south on Washington Road and down the ramp to the construction site. While closure of Valley Brook Road did not affect

construction, it will affect the dedication. Imgrund and Michael Silvestri, Peters Township manager, said those attending from the western portion of the township are encouraged to park in the lot near St. Petersburg Center on Valley Brook Road, which remains open during construction, and to walk or bike to the ceremony that will take place in the parking lot of the Peters Township Sanitary Authority. No parking will be permitted in the sanitary authority parking lot. Those attending from Cecil Township, or western areas, may take Valley Brook Road to the sanitary authority lot or use the trailhead at Linwood Avenue near Buckeye Street. “The new trail segment along Valley Brook Road, from the western most part of the Arrowhead Trail to the completed portion of the Montour Trail, includes a 100-foot truss bridge over Brush Run and a pedestrian crossing of Valley Brook Road,” Imgrund said. “This project’s completion represents a major safety improvement as it eliminates a dangerous on-road detour.” Arrowhead Trail is part of the Montour Trail system, even though the trail is operated by the township, Silvestri said. “We lease it to the Montour Trail Council,” Silvestri said. The property is owned by Peters Township. “And we helped to acquire some additional land

(for the bridge,)” Silvestri said. The Montour Trails Council and the township work together on projects such as milling of the surface, collection of garbage and cutting the grass, according to Silvestri. The newest surface on the bridge project that includes the .2-of-a-mile extension is crushed limestone, Imgrund said. The next project near the bridge includes the redesign of the crosswalk on Valley Brook Road. Imgrund said the project is in the engineering design phase while the trail council awaits various approvals including the state Department of Transportation. The bridge project was financed by various grants and donations including a $250,000 grant from Washington County’s Local Share funds, the state’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources grant of $95,000, and an $87,000 donation from the Montour Trails Council general fund. Other donations were received in materials and through private donations including the Rails to Trails Conservancy. Included in the total figure of more than a half million dollars, are the hours donated by the trail volunteers, Imgrund said. Following the ribbon cutting ceremony, recipients of the customized bicycles from the My Bike program of the Variety the Children’s Charity will officially inaugurate the bridge with a ride-over.

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Flea market Venetia Heritage Society will sponsor a flea market 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Venetia Community Center. For vendor space, call Erma Grego at 724-9416956.

Community market The Church of the Atonement, Carnegie, hosts an outdoor community flea market 9 a.m.-3 p.m. every Saturday, weather permitting, through the end of September. On Sept. 21, a holiday flea market will feature Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas items. Rain date is Sept. 28. To rent space, call 412-279-1944 and leave a message. The church is located on Washington Avenue.

Arts/crafts fair St. Thomas More Church, Bethel Park, will sponsor its 24th annual Arts and Crafts Show 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 5. Call Karen Sturgeon at 412-254-3595 for a vendor application.

Flea market Friends of the Community Library of Castle

Shannon will hold a flea market 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 12 on the lower level of the library. Refreshments, bake sale and raffle will be available. Reserve a table for $15. Applications are available at the library.

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South Park Women’s Club will host its 20th annual craft show 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 12 in the Home Economics Building at the South Park Fairgrounds. Crafters with one-of-a-kind items are new this year. Chinese auction, refreshments, raffle for Penguin hockey tickets and bake sale are also planned. Proceeds benefit the club’s scholarship fund and community activities. For details, call 412-833-1266.

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St. Winifred Church Women’s Guild will hold its annual holiday craft show 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 19 in Benedict Hall. Bake sale, Chinese auction, refreshments.

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Bethel Presbyterian Church Women will hold its Holiday A-Fair on Nov. 9. Crafters specializing in pottery/stoneware, dried flowers, folk art/primitives, dolls, decorative painting, candles, game boards, wood toys, basketry, wreaths, china painting and soap/ lotions are asked to call 412835-0405 for an application, which will be mailed to them. Tables are $40.

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SENIOR CITIZENS EVENTS Pittsburgh films Adult Interest Center at Southminster Presbyterian Church, Mt. Lebanon, meets at 11 a.m. on Fridays. Lunch is served at noon for $6. Tim Hartman will offer tales of stage and screen on Sept. 13. Hartman is a storyteller, artist, puppeteer and singer. • Gregg Kinney will portray the life of Jackie Robinson on Sept. 20. • Jack Puglisi will talk about the life of Abe Lincoln on Sept. 27. For details, call 412-3438900.

Pickle Ball Collier Township Parks & Recreation will offer Pickle Ball for Seniors ages 60+, 2-3 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 16Oct. 21 at the new pickle ball courts at Collier Park. Learn the game and strategy while getting exercise. Both singles and doubles are welcome. Cost is $50 for residents, $60 for nonresidents. Preregistration is required at www.colliertownship.net or at the Parks office.

Free events Vanadium Woods, Scott Township, will sponsor the following free events: • Cher & Friends starring Suzane Laughlin, 2:30 P.M. Sept. 17. • Understanding Medicare and Your Options, 2:30 p.m. Oct. 4. To register, call 412-2212900.

VA benefits seminar Collier Township Parks & Recreation will hold the seminar “VA Benefits and Asset Protection” at 2 p.m. Sept. 17 in the Collier Community Room for all Collier Township residents. Veterans Administration accredited attorney Cindy Alvear, an elder law attorney with Julian Gray Associates, will discuss the basic eligibility requirements for Veterans Pension; how the veteran, widow or spouse can stay at home and still receive VA benefits; what can be done with excess resources under the current and proposed VA rules; and why a lawyer is needed to plan for VA benefit eligibility. To register, call Collier Parks & Recreation at 412-279-2525.

Luncheon/movie Mt. Lebanon Recreation Department will hold a senior luncheon and movie matinee on Sept. 17 at the Mt. Lebanon Rec Center (second floor) for senior adults and their adult guests. Special guest will be Jim Cardamon, a former guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Check-in is at 10:30 a.m. Cost of $6 includes lunch, a 50/50 raffle and a movie. Call 412-343-3409 to preregister. The event is sponsored by Sunrise Senior Living.

Educational lecture Asbury Heights, a senior living community and care facility in Mt. Lebanon, will hold the final event in its

“author series” of the Hand in Hand educational lectures, at 6 p.m. Sept. 18. Eleanor Schano, Pittsburgh’s “Woman of Firsts,” will present Live Well/Live Long in Asbury Heights’ Social Room. To RSVP, call 412571-5138 by Sept. 16. Refreshments will be served. Schano has been making history since she became the first female commercial television announcer and weathercaster in 1951 and will share her knowledge and experiences.

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Homes residents and more. For more information, contact Marilyn Walsh at mwalsh@baptisthomes.org or call 412-572-8258.

24-26. Travel to see “Noah” and then on to Gettysburg for its 150th Memorial Year. For more information, call 724-745-0800.

Caregiver training

Bus trips

Home Instead Senior Care will sponsor Alzheimer’s care training at 6 p.m. Sept. 24 and Oct. 22 at the center in Bethel Park. Caregivers will learn to manage behaviors, encourage engagement and care for themselves while caring for a loved one. To register, call 412-595-7554.

Peters Township Parks & Recreation will sponsor a senior bus trip to Seven Springs on Sept. 30. Enjoy lunch, Tahitian drums, primitive Samoan fire dance and ancient untamed Hawaiian hula. For more information, call 724-942-5000.

Seniors travel

Veterans bus trip

Active Christian Seniors The WWI & KW Veterans’ The Retired Men’s Luncheon Group of Pleasant at Canonsburg U. P. Church Bus Trip will once again Hills will meet at noon Sept. will sponsor a three-day trip welcome veterans to join 19 in the Fellowship Hall of to Lancaster County Sept. the free trip to the National the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church (corner of Old Clairton Road and Audrey Drive). Enjoy old fashioned music and sing-a-long with Dick Moninger and Norm Azinger, The Banjo All-Stars, who have been playing together for 20+ years all over Southwestern Pennsylvania. Cost for the lunch is $6. Call the church office at 412-655-2000 by Sept. 13 to be included in the lunch order.

Memorials on Oct. 1. Buses leave at 6 a.m. and return approximately 9 p.m. Lunch, dinner and beverages are provided. Wheelchairs available upon request. Nurses and helpers will be on board. To register for this free trip, call 724-709-3614. In the South Hills, the bus leaves from Green Tree. Since 2006, 1,400 veterans have had the opportunity to see tributes to their sacrifice and service. Donations to continue this service are gratefully accepted. Make checks payable to WWII Memorial Vets Trip and mail to: ESB Bank, Attn: Paula, 701 Corporation St., Beaver, PA 15009.

Senior driving

Seniors for Safe Driving will present a highway safety education program for seniors 55 years and older. The class will take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 10 at the Rec Department of Upper St. Clair. Successful completion of the program makes senior drivers eligible for a 5 percent discount on their auto insurance premiums, across the board, for a period of three years. If you have never participated in a senior driving program before, you must attend a two-day class. To register, call 1-800-5594880 or 724-283-0245, or visit www.seniorsforsafedriving. com.

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Community Day Baptist Homes Society will hold its annual Community Day noon-3 p.m. Sept. 21 at its senior community on Castle Shannon Boulevard. This year’s theme is Discover Your Community. Area businesses and service agencies will be on hand with services such as paper shredding by Business Records Management, safety information by Mt. Lebanon Fire Department, and eye glass collection by the Rotary. Elected officials, Mt. Lebanon Police, Mt. Lebanon Library and others will also be on hand. Free hot dogs and lemonade. Entertainment includes a petting zoo, Cura Hospitality healthy food demos, area dance troupes, sign language demos by Baptist

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Your Local Guide to Business & Services Seamstress

Air Conditioning

Computer Repairs

House Cleaning

Coleman Mitchell Heating & Air Conditioning ........................(412) 221-2248 ........................(724) 745-7422 ........www.colemanmitchell.com

Computers Pgh Inc. ........................(412) 708-3231 . . . .www.computerspgh.com

Sarah Kramer Fran Rauscher Plastering ........................(412) 561-4331 ........................(412) 833-8142 ........................(412) 848-0530

Lil Bit Creations & Alterations ........................(412) 831-8209 www.littlebitcreations.com

Insurance

Shoe Repair

Fife Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. ........................(724) 941-2037 South Hills

Appliances/Repairs Weidner’s Service ........................(412) 833-3223 ........................(724) 941-8481

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Electricians Barton Electric ........................(724) 356-7887 ........................(724) 941-7887 South Hills PA#020296

Excavating/Bobcat Work Asphalt Paving Gee Bee Asphalt Paving ........................(412) 831-9816 ........................(412) 403-8899 Ken’s Services Asphalt Sealing & Repair ........................(412) 279-0803 ........................(724) 745-7122 South Hills Kernan Asphalt Sealing Inc. ........................(412) 831-4847 Machi Paving ........................(412) 279-9222 PA#035878

Asphalt Seal Coating A.G.I. Asphalt Maintenance ........................(412) 720-7677 PA#022755 Ken’s Services Asphalt Sealing & Repair ........................(412) 279-0803 ........................(724) 745-7122 South Hills Todd’s Asphalt Sealing, Inc. ........................(724) 941-1024 toddsasphalt.com PA #016124

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Tony Zuback Insurance Independent Agent for Erie Insurance Group ........................(412) 833-5100 .................Fax (412) 833-3192 ....Email zubackinsurance@aol.com South Hills Area

Landscape Supplies Galati Nursery ........................(724) 745-8001 South Hills / Washington County Lynch Landscape Supply, Inc. ........................(724) 348-5518

Financing/Mortgages

Lorenzi Construction ........................(412) 583-5057 Email lorenziconstruction@gmail.com

Plumbing Contractors Michael Poremski Plumbing & Heating Company .......Pittsburgh (412) 531-3035 . . . . .South Hills (412) 885-9042 . www.michaelporemskiplumbing.com PA#052788

Painting Contractors

D.L Richie Painting Free Estimates ........................(412) 833-0237 Weber Construction ........................(412) 563-6128 .................www.dlrichie.com PA #31176 . .Email dlrichiepainting@gmail.com PA#026515

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Doggrell Painting Interior/Exterior Feeney Quality Repairs LLC ........................(412) 343-4567 ........................(412) 735-2313 ........................(412) 362-2555 PA#072132 www.doggrellpainting.com . .Email doggrell@verizon.net

Pointing Weber Construction ........................(412) 563-6128 PA#31176

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Coleman Mitchell Heating & Air Conditioning ........................(412) 221-2248 ........................(724) 745-7422 www.colemanmitchell.com Fife Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. .................(724) 941-2037 South Hills

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Al’s Shoe Repair @ Manor Oak Shops ........................(412) 561-1555

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Plastering Contractors

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Tutorial Services Tutoring Inc. Angela Berger ........................(412) 221-3505 ........................(412) 491-9400 tutoringinc@comcast.net South Hills & Washington County

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Bronson Roofing, Inc. ........................(412) 221-6999 ........................(412) 531-2591 bronsonroofing.com PA #020718

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Vacation Rentals

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OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND - Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/partial weeks. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Real Estate. 1-800-638-2102. Online reservations www.holidayoc.com

Registration for Sept. 2013/14. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 3-5 year olds, AM or PM.

724-745-8155 724-745-8188

Situations Wanted

Lots & Acreage

COMPANION POSITION Christian woman seeking companion position in S. Hills area. References upon request. Naomi 412-335-4915

Instructions AIRLINE CAREERS begin hereBecome an Aviation Maintenance Tech. FAA approved training. Financial aid if qualified-Housing available. Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-834-9715

PIANO LESSONS

All ages accepted. Special experience with young beginners. Long established Mt. Lebanon teacher.

Fern Faigen 412-563-5792

PIANO LESSONS In My Home

Now accepting new students for the fall. Over 25 yrs. experience in teaching beginners and all levels. Peters Twp. Stonehenge area. Call & Ask for Mrs. M,

724-941-6092

Greatest Mountain Lake Bargain in America! Boat & golf out your front door! Ski out your back door! In area of million dollar+ homes. Acreage homesite with lake access only $79,900. Adjoining lot sold for $259,900. Vacation/retire - Perfect for log home! Low bank terms. Call now 877-888-7581, x 104 HUNTING CAMP SALE NY State Northern Tier Hunting Adirondack Lean-to on 5 Wooded Acres: $19,995. Brand New Hunting Cabin, So. Adks, 5.1 Acres: $29,995. Rustic Cabin on 60 Acres, State Land Access: $79,995. Close Before Hunting Season- Financing Available! Call C&A 800-229-7843. www.landandcamps.com

Health Care

Adorable, Loving Puppies YELLOW LAB & KUVASZ (1) $125, Call Dave 724-428-3837 BOSTON TERRIER PUPS, AKC, vet chkd, POP, health guarantee, $500. 740-391-9280

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/ ASSISTANT

Dental receptionist/ assistant needed for oral surgery practice in South Hills. Part-time work (25 - 30 hours per week). Successful candidate must be willing and able to assist doctor with patients chairside and perform front office duties. Duties include scheduling, billing, insurance, assistance during surgeries, instrument maintenance, and other duties as required. Medical/dental experience required. Must be comfortable with clinical and computer work. Salary level based on experience. Should be self-directed, reliable, and motivated. Good people skills are required. Email resumes to: akhan@ 3riversorsurgery.com.

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Help Wanted

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Bridgeville Location 20-30 Hrs/Week Flexible Schedules Available If you have excellent alphanumeric Data Entry skills, please call Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm

412-221-4770 ACCOUNT REP: Part Time Appointment Setting/ Lead Generation 18-28 Hours Per Week Day & Evening Hours Available Convenient Bridgeville Location

Work with our business clients in a friendly, professional atmosphere. If you are skilled at setting appointments and have good computer & communication skills. Call 412-221-4770 Monday thru Friday, 9am - 5pm for a telephone interview

Substitute Custodians Keystone Oaks School District Keystone Oaks School District is in need of substitute custodians. Must be able to work all shifts. Future career opportunities possible. Must have current Child Abuse, Criminal History Background, and FBI Fingerprinting clearances. Must have your own transportation. Interested candidates should apply at Keystone Oaks School District, Personnel Office, 1000 Kelton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. No phone calls please. EOE

SOUTH HILLS LINCOLN LOOKING FOR

AUTO TECHNICIANS * STATE AND EMISSION LICENSE REQUIRED * FORD TRAINING PREFERRED BENEFITS: PAID VACATIONS 401K PROGRAM PAID HOLIDAYS PAID UNIFORMS HEALTH CARE AVAILABLE NO EVENING OR WEEKEND HOURS INQUIRE AT:

SOUTH HILLS LINCOLN

2760 WASHINGTON ROAD PITTSBURGH, PA 15241 (PETERS TWP.) ATT: MIKE REED, SERVICE MANAGER OR MIKEREEDSHL@GMAIL.COM *ALL CONTACTS WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL

Shots, Wormed, Dewclaws/tails done. $400.

Education CCBC Wash. Co. Center 125 Technology Dr. Canonsburg, PA 724-480-3581 Train for Casino Jobs! Penn Commercial Business/ Technical School 242 Oak Spring Rd. Wash. 1-866-368-0619 www.penncommercial.edu Training for Careers in the Marcellus Shale Region

Apartment Rentals

BETHEL PARK BRIGHTWOOD PLAZA Spacious 1 and 2 bedroom luxury apartments with sunken living rooms and large bay windows. Fully equipped kitchens with newer appliances. Walk-in showers available. Controlled access buildings with intercom.

Convenient to shopping & public transportation. 1 Bedrooms Starting at $900 2 Bedrooms: $1,010 All utilities included

(412) 831-9454

724-329-4465

GERMAN SHEPHERD, female, black & tan, 1 year old, spayed & chipped, some basic obedience, good alert dog, full papers, $500. 724-554-3024

ATTENTION PET OWNERS If you advertise your pet “free” to a good home and want your pet to be placed in a caring environment, please be especially diligent in screening all inquiries. May we also suggest you ask for at least a $25 donation to avoid persons wanting animals for research, breeding or other purposes. This message is brought to you by The Almanac Newspaper, your community newsleader. KITTENS - Black & White, beautiful, need homes where they will be cared for, $15. 724-413-5835

PET RABIES CLINIC

Sat., Sept. 14 11 am-2 pm Christ United Methodist Church 44 Highland Rd. Bethel Park, PA 15102 Rabies Shots: $10 Nail Clips: $10 Micro Chips: $35

BRIDGEVILLE

2 bedroom duplex, equipped kitchen, laundry, off street parking, $700+ electric, water & sewage. No Pets. Call 412-580-8222, leave message

(412) 563-4665

Garages for Rent

1987 GMC TAILGATE $200. 412-445-1605

CEDAR CHEST - Lane, padded seat, from Sharp’s Furniture. Like new. $70. 724-986-0853 CEILING LIGHT - Hampton Bay, new, $25. 412-651-1794

360 Washington Rd. Washington PA, 724-225-4160 www.sharpsfurniture.com 4 chairs Umbrella Table wrought iron, $ 60 724-947-4108 8 TRACK TAPES, (200), $150. 724-746-2308, leave message ACCORDIAN-black ivory, Stanelli Milana, product of Mineiva, made in Italy, good shape, $2,000. 724-746-2308 AIR CLEANER /IONIZER Bionaire 1000 table top, extra filters, $15. 724-873-1383 AIR CONDITIONER - Goodman BTU = 2 tons, 2012 model, $750/best offer. 412-443-5076 ALL CLAD - copper core 7-qt. stock pot with lid. Made in USA $190. 724-222-8254 Amazon Kindle Fire 8GB GEN2, like new, 7”-Black chargers & cables. $90. 724-745-0271 AMERICAN EAGLE FIGURINE Metal, Open Wings, Wall Ornament $45. 724-222-3973

ANTIQUE FRAMES - 2 antique picture frames, 16x20. $60. 724-225-2570 BABY CHANGING TABLE White, has 1 shelf, also 1 pad & 2 sheets, $25. 412-221-4743 BAKER’S RACK - Wrought iron, 7’x4’, almost new, $100. 724-941-1149 BANK - Baseball Bobblehead Bank, new in box, $10. 412-279-3288 Battery powered PRINCESS 4X4 JEEP, $100 724-947-4108 BED FRAME - Full size, $10. 724-746-1884 BED - Boys STEP2 Stock Car Bed. No Mattress. $130, 724-228-2919 BED Antique Herter Mission Oak Doll bed $45.00 724-222-4495 BEDROOM SET $275. 724-225-4252 BEDROOM SET - Queen size bed, frame, dresser, mirror, armoire, night stand, medium pine, $500 or best offer. 724-746-1884 BENCH GRINDER Skill - $10.00 724-852-6294 BIKE- Schwinn, 2 Seater, Mint Condition. Over 40 yrs. old. $800.00 724-941-7509 BINOCULARS $35. 724-222-4369 BIRD CAGE - With extras, $25. 412-221-4439 BIRD figurines, decorative bird houses, and decorative eggs. $15.00, 724-852-6294 BLACK RABBIT FUR JACKET ORIGINS, Bermans, made in France, $1,000, 724-746-2308 BOOK SHELF $10 724-225-4252 BOOK SHELVES Two matching book shelves. $80. 724-228-8676 BOWL - PartyLite Circle of Light Bowl & 5 Floating Discs, New, $35. 412-953-1320

CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE Brass, ornate, 6 candle bulbs. $50. 724-258-0160 CEMETERY CRYPTS Queen of Heaven. Notre Dame Chapel Maus. 2 side by side crypts Bill Mesler 724-914-0925

☞ CEMETERY LOTS (7) Wash. Cemetery, enough to reserver for your entire family. Price Negotiable. 724-229-3509 CEMETERY PLOTS (4) Forest Lawn - Masonic Gardens $800. each 724-225-3331 CEMETERY LOTS Forest Lawn, “Garden of Devotion” 2 lots, $575 ea. 724-745-2221 CEMETERY PLOTS -Jefferson Memorial Cemetery; 4 plots in “Garden of Peace”, $1990 for all 4. 724-327-7865

CEMETERY LOTS - Jefferson Memorial Cemetery, 2 lots, “Garden of Gospel”, $1300 for both. 412-831-9234

CEMETERY LOTS - Forest Lawn “Garden of the Lillies, 2 side by side, $1,200 for both, owner will pay transfer fee. Call 412-833-6741 between 4 pm-8 pm.

CEMETERY PLOT

Forest Lawn Gardens in Garden of Devotion, $950 + $50 transfer fee. Retail value is $1,485. Please call

412-885-4785

CHAIR - Leather side chair with arms, $10. 724-941-1149 CHAIR & OTTOMANNavy Blue, $50 724-225-8472 CHAIR, OFFICE GUEST TYPE, GRAY PADDED & WOOD ARMS, good condition. $20, 724-745-7650 CHAIR-antique, oak side, needlepoint seat $45. 724-222-4495 CHAIRS - 1 reclining, 1 rocker, fair condition, $40 for both. 412-833-5629 CHAIRS - 2 kitchen/dinette, beige print, wood arms/legs, casters. $25. 724-222-2853 CHANDELIER - New (3 light) brushed nickel finish $15.00, 724-693-2816 CHERRY WOOD- 15 pieces, 2 1/2 x 5 x16 long, $150. 724-239-4348 CHRISTMAS items in trunk and more. All goes. $50. 724-345-3792 Chrome Step Assist Bars, Fits 2004-12 Colorado or GMC Canyon,Like New, $75, 724-225-3296 Clothes - plus size womens, new and used. $10. 724-225-5003 COATS- (2) ladies winter coats new w/tags, size 18, $50/both. 412-833-3377 Coffee & 2 End Tables- glass top, wood and pewter stand. $100. 724-222-4369 COFFEE MUGS - Mexican Red looks like Fiesta Ware new, $20. 412-279-3288 COFFEE TABLE $10. 724-225-4252 Coffee Table & matching end table $40 724-926-3023 COFFEE TABLE Glass top with metal stand. $35. 724-222-4369

BULBS - 4 metal halide, 175W, mogul base, brand new in box. $40. 724-258-0160

COMPUTER DESK - $20 724-228-8676

All Around Fence Co. 7896 National Pike Uniontown 724-439-0331 allaround@atlanticbbn.net

BURLAP 12 Large Vintage Pieces $19. 724-222-3973

Lawn & Garden Equipment

412-221-1008

Schott Equipment Used Lawn Tractors 2075 Henderson Ave. Wash. 724-222-3780 Simplicity.

Health Care Healthcare Opportunities

McMurray Hills Manor Caring, Compassionate and Committed are just a few of the words used to describe the team at McMurray Hills Manor. In a continuing effort to meet the needs of the local senior population, we are looking to expand our nursing staff in the following positions: •Certified Nursing Assistant •Registered Nurse

$14.38 per hr $25.00 per hr

For those having the desire to join a team of caring professionals, please reply in confidence to: Maureen Szewczyk, HR Director at mszewczyk@mcmurrayhillsmanor.com or fax to (724) 949–1104. EOE

Instructions

CD PLAYER - Sony 5 disc, good condition, $20. 724-941-1149

84 AGWAY Home & garden, Pets, Pest Control 1025 Rt. 519, 84 PA 724-222-0600

UPPER ST. CLAIR

Health Care

1987 CHEVY TAILGATE $100 412-445-1605

COLLECTIBLE TRUCKS - Hess, ‘92-’02 with 3 duplicates, mint, 14 for $100. 724-941-1149

Ragan Sales 1569 SmithTwp State Rd. Atlasburg 724-947-3500 www.mragansales.com

Garage For Rent. $80/month. Call for additional information

General Merchandise

BOX - Wood. Powder, Vintage $19. 724-222-3973

Farmers Market

MT. LEBANON

Efficiency. One & two bedroom, wall-to-wall, equipped kitchen. No pets. Call

General Merchandise

ANGLE GRINDERS - Hitahi 7” $35.00; Chicago 4” $10.00 724-852-6294

Pets

ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIEL PUPS, AKC

DATA ENTRY

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Day Care Services

Instructions

BUMPER POOL TABLE SET $25. 412-221-4439

CABINET - Storwall Industrial, 42L X 18D X 32 1/2 H, $70. 412-953-1320 CABINETS - Oak kitchen, island sink base, wine rack & more. $1200/best offer. 412-551-3012 CAL RIPKIN PHOTO - Orioles Commemorative, Profession ally Framed. $85. 724-222-3973 CANDLE HOLDERS - Vintage brass w/crystal prisms & bowl, $49.99. 412-833-3377 CANISTER SET - 4 piece ceramic, includes tool jar, perfect, $15. 412-279-3288 CARPET - never used 10’x10’, Pakistan, appraised at $3,000. Make offer. 724-785-4987. CARPET CLEANER. Bissell Spot Bot Pet. $75.00 724-745-9295 CARPET CLEANER. Hoover Spin Scrub upright. $100.00. 724-745-9295

Commercial Bun Omatic 5 pot Coffee Maker, cost $1,300.00 Reduced to $300. 724-926-3023 Couch, Chair & Coffee Table Good Condition $300 FOR ALL 724-926-8568 COUCH/LOVESEAT - Combo + ottoman, brown leather, very good condition, $750. 724-941-5972 COVERALLS - Carhart insulated coveralls, new, size 50R, $50. 724-228-1039 COWBOY HATS $10. 724-225-5003 Crypts-for sale (2 side by side) Notre Dame Mausoleum, Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Contact Bill Mesler 724-914-0925 Crypts-for sale (2 side by side) Notre Dame Mausoleum, Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Contact Bill Mesler 724-914-0925 CRYPT - Double side by side, last of outside crypts in “Mary Mother of the Church” of Queen of Heaven Cemetery, $12,500, valued at $14,000.

412-257-2639 CRYPTS

Carpet Tile Hardwoods Vinyl 408 S. Main Street, Wash. 724-229-5330

(2) Queen of Heaven “Mary Margaret of The Church Queen of Patriarch”, outside, $14,685/negotiable. Call

CAST IRON WENZEL SET-New, dutch oven with lid, 3 skillets & griddle. $60. 724-986-0853

CUPS and SAUCERS, 6 flowered - all $10.00 724-852-6294

Apartment Rentals

412-886-0111

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertisements in this newspaper are subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” State laws forbid discrimination in the sale, rental, or advertising of real estate based on factors in addition to those protected under federal law. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

September 11 , 2013 General Merchandise

General Merchandise

CUP and SAUCER COLLECTION, fancy, floral design, $5. 724-223-0878

HEATER - Holmes electric heater, 1500 watt, $50. 412-651-1794

PINS - Vintage HJ Heinz Pickle (2), brand new in box, $25. 412-833-3377

CURTAINS - 84” long, ivory thermal lined curtains, $60. 412-651-1794

HEATER - Holmes Oscillating Ceramic Heater, Model HCH4077, $15. 724-873-1383

PLANTERS - 3 large flower planters for outside/inside/ patio, all $15. 412-833-3377

DESK - Bush computer with hutch and side bookcase $50 or best offer 724-514-7953

Heater- Large Kerosene Torpedo type, older as is $25 724-745-8270

PLAQUE - American Eagle, flying/open wings, hang on wall, $49.99. 412-833-3377

DESK CHAIR Never used, new in box $15. 724-228-8676

HEAVY FIBERGLASS SKYLITE PANELS, 3x12. $300 For all. 724-345-3657

POTTY CHAIR King size. $10. 724-225-5003

DESK CHAIR With arms, swivel wheels. $30. 724-228-8676

HOME THEATER LG, 4 speaker sub-woofer, AM-FM, $125. 724-745-2208

POWER WASHER Homelite 2300PSI Used Once, $200 724-413-3171

Digital Still camera- Sony MVC_CD1000,hardcase, software $200 or offer, 724-377-1310

HOUSEPLANTS - Orange, Lemon, Cactus, Aloe & more, 6 for $25. 412-833-3377

PRINTS - Framed flower prints, 28”x20”, very nice, 4 for $50 (or $15 ea.). 724-941-1149

STOVE - Whirlpool, white, gas, excellent, $125. 412-651-1794

PROP GUN Can use for re-enactments. $80. 724-986-0853

STROLLER - Trendlite, with canopy, basket, folds, swivel wheels,more, $25. 412-279-3288

PULLOVER (Golf) - Nike, men’s XL, olive green, all weather, excellent, $35. 412-841-7210

SWEEPER/VACUUM Canister, Sears. Nice. $18. 724-222-3973

PUTTER-right handed, 49”, sweet roll, black, $20. 724-998-7521

TABLE / CHAIRS (Outdoor) $10. 412-221-4439

DINNER JACKET - White, size 46, $35. 412-854-2798 DINETTE SET - 38” round table with drop leaves & two chairs, $25. 724-852-6294

Hubcaps-15” mixed set of 5 Replace those lost during the winter. $30. 724-986-3152 Jackets - woman’s. $10. 724-225-5003

DINING ROOM CHAIRS Vintage, 6 chairs for $300. 412-651-1794

JACKET/PANTS - Nike men’s XL navy warm-up, excellent condition, $50. 412-841-7210

DINING SET-wood, oval table, 6 padded seated chairs, $125. 724-743-2929

JOHN DEERE XUV 825 i 72” Power Tech. Angle Blade. 105-hrs., $12,900. 724-746-5432

DINING ROOM SUITE - 9 piece solid ash, table w/leaf, 6 chairs, china buffet & server, $500. 412-257-8902

JOHN DEERE COMPACT UTILITY TRACTOR. Model 3520 with 72” Mower Deck, 30 hp. hours 150. $23,500. 724-746-5432

DINING SET 1955 Drexel mahogany,curved glass corner china closet, server, table,chairs, $800. 724-966-2116

KEROSENE HEATER Northern, like new. Must see. $75. 724-986-0853

QUILT PATCHES - blue jean material, very large box $25. 724-345-3792 QUILT PATCHES Large box, cotton. $25 724-345-3792 QUILTS All 3 in good shape. $30. 724-345-3792 RACKS - Closetmaid Wire Racks, various sizes, 4 for $10. 412-953-1320

DISHWASHER Whirlpool Gold. Color is white. $100. 724-743-4322

KEROSENE HEATER Sears, like new. Must see. $75. 724-986-0853

DOCKING STATION - New, HP for tablet/computer, $40. 412-279-3288

KEYBOARD / MOUSE Hewlett Packard, new in box, $20. 412-279-3288

Range-Maytag Super Capacity Ceramic Cooktop - Bisque $300.00 724-228-8641

Dog Kennel Doors $35. 724-228-8311

Kitchen table, Round solid maple wood w/white ceramic tile top, $60 or offer, 724-926-3023

RECLINER La-Z-Boy, $150. 412-651-1794

DOG TRAVEL LUGGAGE - Small dog, used once, $75. 412-279-9177

LADDER - Stn. Steel, double rung, excellent for roofers, $45. 412-279-9177

RECLINER $20 724-947-4108 RECLINER - Leather, with ottoman, almost new, $100. 724-941-1149

DOLL - Fijit interactive doll, blue, logan; lots of fun, like new, $20. 412-279-3288

LAMPS - (2) living room lamps, $50. 412-651-1794

DOLL - Handmade Bride Doll, 18” tall, New, $20. 412-953-1320

LAMP $4 724-225-4252

DOLL - Spiderman, sings ”Itsy Bitsy Spider”, more, 14”/ batteries, $20. 412-279-3288

LAMP (Floor) - Torchiere, Tiffany style shade, cast iron, like new, $30. 724-941-1149

Records-Group of 15 country LP’s in great condition. $50. 724-986-3152

DOLL HOUSE - Victorian style, Fisher-Price, furniture, extras. $30. 724-745-2586

LAMP (Table) - Tiffany style shade, like new, $20. 724-941-1149

Refrigerator/freezer, office/dorm size, stainless steel, excellent $60, 724-225-9171

DRESSER 4 drawers. $15. 724-222-4369

LAWN SWEEPER 42” $80. 724-986-0853

REPAIR MANUAL - all makes, 1949-57 $30. 724-998-7521

DRYER- Kenmore GAS, Bethel Park, White, $75 724-225-3296

Duncan Red Swans, 3 piece set, $159. Bill’s Furniture R810 Broad St., Wash. 724-222-6638

DVD/VHS PLAYER Panasonic, $10. 724-941-1149 Electric Griddle - West Bend 17” x 11” new condition. $40. 724-258-0160 ELECTRIC STOVE $75 724-222-4369 End Tables & Coffee Table (3) $50 724-225-8472 END TABLES (2) $40. 724-225-4252 Entertainment Center $90. 724-228-8676 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER $30 724-225-4252 EXCERISE BIKESchwinnDX900 - like new $100. 724-941-3838 FIGURINE - Lladro Vergonzosa “Sweet & Shy”, still in box, $125. 412-833-2936 Fisher Price Outdoor heavy plastic Rocket Climb & Slide. $150 724-926-3023 Flower arrangements in pretty big baskets. $20. 724-345-3792 Fostoria Colonial Dame Emerald Stemware ice tea $8.50 724-222-4495 Fostoria Colonial Dame Emerald Stemware sherbet $6.50 724-222-4495 Fostoria Colonial Dame Emerald Stemware water goblet $10. 724-222-4495 FREEZER - Upright Kenmore 15.9 cu. ft $220. includes local delivery, 724-255-7817

FURNITURE MOVING SALE

Quality Thomasville Furniture Like new: Wesley Hall sofa/ loveseat, 2 wing back chairs, pillows, arm rest covers. Large glass paneled coffee table. Large mirrored dining room table & 6 chairs; buffet, hall clock; also gray Drexel desk. By appointment. Call

LAWN TRACTOR - Craftsman 18 HP, not running, needs “TLC”, $125. 412-221-5128 Lawn Tractor -Craftsman 15hp, kohler OHV Engine, 42’ cut $300.00 724-941-5824 Lawnmower - TORO - Recycler 6.75HP rear bagger w/bag. $225 412-965-3903 LAZY BOY RECLINER $20. 724-225-4252 LG ELECTRIC DRYER Like New, Large Capacity $450 515-710-9602 Lift Chair- 2 years old, tan suede, excellent condition $500 or best offer 412-443-0399 LIGHT (Pendant) - Allen & Roth 12” Mission style, Bronze, clear shade, $20. 724-873-1383 LITTLE TIKES TWIN BLUE RACE CAR BED (New never used.) $200 724-926-3023 LOVE SEAT New, $200. 724-225-4252 LUGGAGE Millennium, excellent condition $50. 724-222-4369 LUGGAGE RACK - Aluminum, w/2” attachment for vehicle, $50. 724-746-1884 MATTRESS - Full size Serta, new, a steal $200. 412-221-7310 MAUSOLEUM - QUEEN OF HEAVEN, Notre Dame Chapel, 2 Crypts. Sacrifice $12,500. 724-745-7842 MICROWAVE - large black $35.00 724-851-6294 MICROWAVE CART - good sized with storage space $20.00, 724-852-6294 MICROWAVE OVEN Over-the-range, white. $50. 724-743-4322 MICROWAVE OVEN with turntable, G.E., office/dorm size, $20, 724-225-9171. MICROWAVE STAND Wooden, handmade, beautiful, $60. 412-651-1794 MILK MACHINES (3) old, stainless steel, $75. 724-239-4348

412-215-5589

MINK COAT-Autumn Haze, 32”, size 8-10, $650. 412-279-4738

GAS DRYER good working condition $150 724-926-3023

MIXER - Sunbeam Deluxe Mixmaster (about 1984). $60. 724-222-8254

GAS GRILL- Large Stainless Steel $80 724-926-3023

MONOPLY - VINTAGE Games (2) $29. 724-222-3973

GLIDER SIDE TABLE, 2 CHAIRS, wrought Iron $ 20 724-947-4108 GLIDER/OTTOMAN - Dutailier Glider and matching ottoman. $150 724-228-2919 GM Steel wheels (4) 16’, 8 bolt $50.00 412-277-8815 GOLF BOOKS - By Arnold Palmer/Sam Snead. Good Instruction $35. 724-222-3973 GOLF CLUBS 20/2 Bags/Balls. All $19 . 724-222-3973 Golf Clubs woman’s right handed golf clubs and bag $100. 412-997-6919 GRAVE PLOTS - Greene Co. Memorial Park, 2 side by side, $2,000/both or best offer. For more info call 904-823-3454

MOTOR AUTO REPAIR MANUAL - 1972 PERFECT SHAPE $20. 724-998-7521 MOTOR- 9.9 Nissan short shaft outboard, 5 gallon gas tank & connector, $300. 412-221-2372 NORDIC TRAC TREADMILL $150 724-926-3023 OCCASIONAL TABLE - Walnut w/2 door storage, protective glass top, $45. 412-854-2798 Oval frameless beveled MIRRORS (2) 31” x 21” $10.00, 724-693-2816 PAINTER SCAFFOLDING, Husky 6ft. 1000 lb. Load Capacity, like new $140, 724-470-3024 PAINTINGS - 2 framed vintage, beautiful wedding & country scenes, $100. 412-833-3377 PARK BENCH - Nice, Vintage $49. 724-222-3973

GRILL - New Weber Grill, 22.5” diameter, lid/base, no legs, $50. 724-942-4389

PENGUIN T-SHIRT, new, large, black ,logo on back, $14. 724-998-7521

GRILL -Charcoal, on utility cart with wheels, slightly used, $20. 412-953-1320

PIANO BENCH Wurlitzer $275. 724-228-8676

HDTV-Sony, 50”, WEGA, excellent condition, $300. 724-745-2208

PIANO, piano bench, and instruction books - $300 724-627-6364

HEATER - Electric radiator type, on wheels, Delonghi, new, $49.99. 412-833-3377

PICNIC TABLE Little Tikes. $10. 724-745-2586

RECORDS-(45) Group of 75 country, like new, Twitty, Jones. $20/all. 724-258-0160

RIDGID COMPRESSOR 4hp-5gal. Never Used, $210 724-413-3171 Rims & Hubcaps- for 79 Caddy, like new 4 total $50 724-745-8270 ROCKER - hardwood, armless upholstered, excellent! $65 or offer- 724-225-5040 ROCKER RECLINER, tan velour, swivels, great shape, $85. 724-998-7521 ROCKING CHAIR - for display only - $15.00 724-852-6294

ROUTE 21 FURNITURE

Warehouse Showroom State Rt. 21 Between Masontown and Uniontown

724-737-2222

RUN TILL SOLD! Sell Your Merchandise $301 & up for just $19.99* (*for 3 lines) It’s easy to place your ad. Call:

724-949-1193 Fax:

724-942-3923 Email: classifieds@thealmanac.net

SOFA- 85” Floral $75, Good Condition, 724-225-8472

Sprowls City Appliance & TV 996 W. Chestnut St., Wash. 724-225-5760 www.sprowlsandsons.com STEREO SPEAKERS - Pair Yorx, $25. 412-854-2798 STEPS - 3 mobile home steps made of concrete. You haul. $10. 724-225-9576

TABLES - Parson Tables, beige &tan, $20/set. 412-953-1320 Tape Deck-Plays cassette tapes several to choose from $50. 724-258-0160, 724-986-3152 TELESCOPE - Meade Model 277 60 mm f/5 optical tube, carry case & lens, $75. 412-257-1637 THERMOS - Travel Cooler, 2 gallon with spout, $15. 412-953-1320 TIRE - P205 65R/15, S&M. Very good condition. $25. 724-258-0160 TIRE - Toyota Corolla spare, T-115/70-14 with wheel, like new, $35. 724-942-4389 TIRES - (4) USRoyal 775-14 Redline. 75-percent tread. $75. 724-650-4824 TIRES - 2 radial truck tires, mounted/balanced on rims,fit F250,both for $50. 412-833-2936

TOOL BOX for full size truck, cross box, like new, weather guard, $300. 724-239-4348 Toro Lawn Mower, sparingly used, 2 cycles, self propelled, $125. Black & Decker electric lawn mower, $50. Brand new electric GRILL, not used, $50. Treadmill, Sears, good working condition, $125. 412-854-4063 TOW BAR - from 2000 Astro Van, fits many GM, great condition. $50. 724-258-0160 TOY JEEP -Barbie Power Wheel Jeep, newer charger, good condition, $35. 412-279-7238 TOY MOTORCYCLE - Toddler riding toy motorcycle, Kowasaki, $10. 412-279-3288 TOY TRUCKS - Vintage Tonka, trucks, bulldozer, loader, excellent, $25. 412-833-3377 TRACTOR TIRES (2) front, Farmall 1066 on rims, size IIL-15, $300. 724-239-4348 TRAIN PLATFORM With legs, 6x10 $40. 724-225-2570 TRACTOR - John Deere 650, 2wd, diesel compact, 554 hrs, Good Condition with Woods 5 Ft Mower & Rear Blade, $4650 724-947-2341 TREADMILL, NordicTrack T5Z1 It will fold up. $275.00 Please call: 724-746-0945 TRIPOD - Bologen Professional Tripod, Model 3126, new, $45. 412-257-1637 TUXEDO - Black, size 48R, $50. 412-854-2798 TV STAND- Sony, 3 shelves, like new, $200. 724-745-2208 TV 27”, 21”, 13” $30 all. 724-222-4369 TV STAND - Black, new, 27x17x17, 2 shelves/glass door, $49.99 412-833-3377

Mail:

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TV- Mitsubishi 27”standard color, Excellent condition silver, $35, 724-228-2884

Ryobi 10” surface planer, good condition, $75 724-470-3024

TV- Panasonic 31”standard color, Excellent condition black, $55, 724-228-2884

RYOBI SLIDE MITRE SAW With Legs Used Once, $210 724-413-3171

VACUUM SEAL Food preserver. $30. 724-228-8676

SANDER - Belt sander, Milwaukee, excellent condition. $55. 724-222-4369

VACUUM SWEEPER, upright very good condition. $25 724-926-3023

SAXOPHONE - Bb Tenor, used professionally, $400 value, sell for $195. 412-885-5617 SCHONBEK 1592 MADISON 6 LIGHT CHANDELIER - $295 CALL 724-746-4628 SCOTTS ACCUGREEN SPREADER, $10 please call 724-484-9277 SERVING CART - Wrought iron, 2 glass shelves, almost new, $50. 724-941-1149 SEWING MACHINE - Singer floor model, $125. 412-651-1794 SHEETS - 2 queen size sheet sets, dark green/gold patterns. $10. 724-743-2929 SHOES Woman’s size 9-10 $10. 724-225-5003 SHOWERHEAD - Danze d460035 watersaver/5 spray slots. $20. 724-258-0160 SHRUBS - Small Trees & Rose of Sharon bushes, make offer. 412-221-4439 Skirts- 62 Chevy 60 Pontiac, Good Condition $50 each 724-745-8270 SLEEPING BAGS - (2) nice. $30. 724-228-8676 SLIPCOVER - Loveseat, Monroe Matalasse semi-fitted, cream, new, $25. 724-873-1383 Snack trays, 16 glass circular with cups and matching large bowl $15. 724-852-6294 SNOW BLOWERS $ 50. 724-222-4369 Snoopy Sports Crib Bedding Set, lamp, 3 wall plaques, comforter,$45 all 724-746-9219

General Merchandise WINE MAKING EQUIPMENT/ SUPPLIES - $50. 724-941-5747 WINE BOTTLES- unopened case of (12) green, never used, for $12. 724-916-4928 WORK/TOOL STAND- metal. $50. 724-222-4369 WRANGLER-canvas windows, call before 3pm 724-470-7267 $125 WREATH - Fall Wreath, large, from Shaker Woods, beautiful, $50. 412-841-7210

Computers COMPUTER HELP Confused, need help, Windows not working right? We can help and we come to you! We provide new user set up, software installations, troubleshooting & Windows help.

4 PC HELP, Inc. 412-561-1226 Antiques

COIN SHOW

Sun., September 15 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Castle Shannon Fire Hall Free Admission Free Parking

412-680-7254

TOP PRICES PAID FOR OLD RUGS

Clean Repair & Appraise Mt. Lebanon, 15228

412-563-1212

TOOLS - Cement Tools, large variety, $10. 412-953-1320

TV STAND - Wood corner unit with storage, up to 40” flat screen, $50. 724-746-1884

SAW - Circular 6.5” blade, Craftsman, $49.99. 412-953-1320

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TV- Color, Great Picture $30 724-926-3023

VANITY - Oak, 18” - All Plumbing, Mirror, Like New! & Light $40. 724-222-1015 Verizon Wireless MiFi $50 excellent condition!! 724-678-4564 VERY NICE GE APPLIANCES FOR SALE: Dishwasher, new 2012; Flat Service Electric Range & Oven; Matching Space Saver XL Microwave with Turntable; Kitchenaide Side by Side Refrigerator with Icemaker & water Dispenser on Door. All Excellent Condition. White Matching Appliances. $625. 412916-9794 Video Camera Recorder - Sony Video Hi8, carry case & extras, $75. 412-257-1637 WALKER King size. $10. 724-225-5003 WALKER-no wheels, good condition, $20. 724-239-4348 WASHER - Whirlpool, White Bethel Park, 3-4 years old $125, 724-225-3296 WASHER / DRYER Gas washer & dryer, $300. 412-651-1794 Washer- Maytag Heavy Duty 2 -speed, 9 cycles w/water saver as is $95 724-745-8270 WATCH - New, 27 jewel, Automalac, Swiss, appraised $299, sell $120. 412-885-5617 WATER FOUNTAIN, Outdoor, 2-Tier, cast metal $20.00 724-693-2816 WEDDING GOWN /VEIL From the 1970s. Size 9. White. $50. 724-986-0853

WEIGHT MACHINE Bowflex Xtreme, excellent

condition, $400. 412-726-4496

Garage/Yard Sale BETHEL PARK Moving Sale Sat., Sept. 14 8 am- 4 pm

Whole household!

6048 Oak Park Dr. BETHEL PARK Garage Sale

Fri. & Sat., Sept. 13-14

8 am- 12 pm

Tools, swimming pool parts, boys clothes (8-12), pool table, hockey equipment, GMC truck, microwave, dishwasher.

6074 Boyer Ave.

BETHEL PARK Moving Sale Friday & Sat., Sept. 13 & 14 8 am - 1 pm

Home decor, kids toys & games, furniture, kitchen items, tools, electronics, etc. McMurray Rd. to

504 Diablo Dr.

BETHEL PARK Vintage Toys & Collectibles Sale Sat., Sept. 14 8 am-1 pm

Toys from 1930s to 1980s, Trains, Cars, Trucks, Toy Wind-ups, Die Cast, Auto Ads from 1913-1979.

3514 Forest Rd. BRENTWOOD (15227) Garage Sale Sat.,/Sun., Sept. 14-15

8 am-12:30 pm

Children furniture (mattresses & toddler beds), clothing, toys (infant-5 yrs.), books, bikes, lots of great baby items, kitchen, dining room & living room furniture, kitchen items, misc. household items, designer women’s clothing, shoes & purses. Fabulous things for Bargain Prices!

4746 West Lawnview Dr. (2 minutes up the street from Caste Village!)

Bridgeville-Moving Sale 112 Melrose Ct., off Washington Pike Sat. 9/14 & Sun. 9/15 8-4. Attn: Buick Collectors! Antiques & Collectibles EVERYTHING MUST GO!!!

BRIDGEVILLE Yard Sale

Sat. & Sun. Sept. 14-15

8 am-2 pm

Household items, tools, sporting goods, etc... FREE STUFF!!

283 Fawcett Church Rd. CANONSBURGMarkus’s Yard & Pastry Sale

Fri./Sat., Sept. 13 & 14 9 am-2 pm, HOLIDAY ITEMS

141 Murdock Street

(behind St. Patrick’s Church)

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Garage/Yard Sale GARAGE SALE PACKAGE * * $21.30 * * 5 Lines + Interactive Map Listing on swpaads.kaango.com $.60 each additional line Private party advertisers only. No commercial ads.

Rainy Day Guarantee! Don’t worry if it rains the day of your sale, just give us a call to reschedule your garage sale (within 2 weeks) and we’ll rerun your ad at NO CHARGE. How’s that for a successful sale insurance? Prepayment is necessary for all garage/yard sales. Visa, Mastercard, Discover Accepted.

Call 724-949-1193 to schedule your ad. MT. LEBANON279 Gilkeson Rd., Sat. Sept. 14, 9-3. Christmas items, golf clubs & bags, lots of misc.

NORTH STRABANE (15317) Multi-Family Garage Sale Saturday, Sept. 14 8 am-3 pm

Queen/full complete sleigh bed, king size upholstered headboard, dog barrier for SUV, rear deck mat for SUV, accent tables, miscellaneous electronics, pictures, circus clown bike, fur coat, parson chairs, lamps, Star Wars figurines, mirrors, decorator items, sterling & costume jewelry, floor model clothes steamer, pet safe wireless pet containment system, lots more - great prices!

108 Fulton Rd.

O’HARA TWP. (15215) Estate Sale Saturday, Sept 14 8 am-4 pm PA House Wing Chair, PA House Arm Chair, Rocker, Dining Room, Royal Doulton, Lenox, Mikasa, Hummel Plates, Full Kitchen, Kitchen Table/Chairs, Microwave, Area Rugs, Drum Table, Bookcases, Kling Desk/Chair, Loveseats, Chairs, Coffee/ End Tables, Cedar Chest, Twin Bedrooms, Filing Cabinets, Quality Women’s Clothing/Shoes, Books, Lamps and SO MUCH MORE!! DON’T MISS IT!! Directions:

North on Rt. 28 to Exit 5A (Fleming), Right N. Main, Left N. Canal St. which becomes Kittaning Pike, Left on Kerrwood, Left on Glengary to 623 Glengary. Murdoch Estate Liquidation murdochestatesales.com

PETERS TWP. Garage Sale Fri. & Sat. Sept 13-14 8 am-1 pm 120 Johnston Rd

Collectibles, Chairs, Tables, Automotive, Tools, & much more.

UPPER ST. CLAIR

Sat. & Sun., Sept. 14-15 9 am-2 pm Collectibles, cameras, radios, air purifier,bicycle, appliances see Craigslist, much more!

2028 Murdstone Rd.

UPPER ST. CLAIR (15241)

Fantastic Multi-Family

Moving Sale Friday, Sept. 13Only 8:30 am-1:30 pm

Vintage & Antique items. Antique coffee mills, antique wicker set, beautiful. Designer wreaths, high-end decorative items, dishes, Coach bags, baby Ugg boots, custom drapes, window treatments, Kate Spade vase, Lladro, Orrefors, Belleck items, decorative tile, light fixtures, Blue Diamond pool cleaner, builder’s supplies, trellis, snow blower, stand hammock. No Early Birds!

125 Lamar Road

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Feeding your family. Becoming a volunteer. Getting taxes done. Avoiding eviction. Caring for your grandmother. Keeping your heat on. Finding a summer camp and more. If you need help, info or referrals, call 2-1-1. If 2-1-1 is not available where you are, dial 1-888-553-5778

D4 The Almanac www.thealmanac.net Garage/Yard Sale UPPER ST. CLAIR Garage Sale Sat., Sept. 14 8 am-3 pm

Furniture, dishes, glassware, kitchen & household items, books, much more!

282 Alamo Drive

UPPER ST. CLAIR (15241) Estate Sale

Saturday, September 14 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Magnificent Home!! Two Beautiful Custom Made Down Loveseats, Occasional Chairs, Designer Arm Chairs, Extraordinary 3 Piece California Armoire, Bachelor’s Chests, Antique Tables, Lexington Chests/ Desks, Coffee/End Tables, Stanley Queen Bedroom Suite, Antique Bench, Sofa Table, Duncan Phyfe Table, Pewter/Brass/Glass Table &

September 11 , 2013

Wanted to Buy

Frames, Woven Rugs, Corner Computer Desk Unit, Bookcases, Rockers, Lamps, Decorative Items, Stools, Stained Glass, Demitasse Cups/Saucers, Collectibles, China, Glassware, Antique Dolls, Hummels, Murano, Lenox, Silverplate, Bottle Collection, Linens, Bedding, Office, Full Kitchen, Books, Notions, Sewing Machine, Storage Cabinets, Electronics, Imperial Pool Table, Garage Items & So

Mahogany and Oak Furniture, Desks, Bookcases, China, Glassware, Pottery, Linens, Jewelry, Sterling Silver, and Toys. One Piece or Entire Estate. Other items considered. TOP CASH PRICES PAID

Please Call Janine

412-341-9079 Cell: 412-310-4798 REEVES’ SPORT SHOP $ BUYING GUNS $

VENETIA

NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE

Sat. Sept 14th 8 till 12 Household Items, Kids Items NEW Luggage Samples.

107 Spring Meadows Dr

WASHINGTON GIANT KIDS’ RESALE Thursday - September 12 8 am - 8 pm Friday - September 13 10 am - 3 pm Saturday - September 14 8 am - 2 pm

(Sat ~ Half Price Day) Clothes, Shoes, Toys, Play Yards, Strollers, Bikes, Winter Coats & More! Washington County Fairgrounds Bldg. #1, 2151 N. Main St. Washington, 15301 Cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover - NO CHECKS

WHITEHALL (15236)

Estate Sale Saturday, Sept. 14 7:30 am-3:00 pm

Brass & Glass Display Cabinet, 5 Wrought Iron Bar Chairs, Bar Refrigerator, Sectional Sofa, Draperies, TV, Outdoor Fountain, Patio Furniture, Lawn & Garden, Sofa, Kitchen Items, Refrigerator, Venetian Glass, Cherub & Prism Lamps, Mantle Mirror & Other Mirrors, Kincaid, Clocks, Fireplace Screen, Punch Bowl Set, Glassware, 2 Matching French Provincial Chairs, Coffee & End Tables, Gold Flatware, Asian Dining Room Set (including Table/6 Chairs, China Cabinet, Server, Bar, Board, Large Mirror), Mikasa “Shogun” & Cathie Hardwick China Sets, White French Provincial Full Bedroom Set Including Dresser/Mirror/Night Stands/Vanity & Bench, Clothing, Fur Coats, Unique Umbrella Stand, Holiday, Lots of Miscellaneous Items.

Delivery Available in our Enclosed Box Truck! Directions: Brownsville Road to 4803 Carlyn Drive Follow The Yellow Arrows

Golden Estate Sales Wanted to Buy Ace Sporting Goods We Buy Guns Everyday 724-222-5470 www. acesportinggoods.com

Service Repairs

T & H PAVING Blacktopping Drives Patching & Sealer Landscaping Restoration

Free Estimates FALL DISCOUNTS

Todd’s Asphalt Sealing Inc.

Top quality, clean, seasoned one year, split, 4’x8’x16”, 75% cherry and mixed, $110. Stacking available. Serving the South Hills for over 35 years.

Weekdays: (412) 653-0666 Evenings & Weekends (412) 655-1149 HOUSE COAL & FIREWOOD RL YOST TRUCKING & SUPPLY 724-745-5700

Service Repairs

Al’s Water Service 2699 Jefferson Ave., Wash. 724-222-9059 www.alswaterservices.com

Bruno Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

724-222-2150 724-745-5707 724-941-8423 PlumbingRepairedRight.com

CHIMNEY CLEANING A safe chimney is a clean chimney. Average house is $135. Also fire brick repairs, dampers replaced, animal and bird proofing, etc. Call Bill Taylor day or evening.

CORDWOOD Taylor Fireplace

724-941-7483 FERGUSON CLOCK REPAIR

“Serving Time In Western PA For over 25 Years” We Make House Calls In The Greater Pittsburgh Area E.T. Ferguson Owner/Horologist Canonsburg, PA 15317 All Work Guaranteed Free Estimates Upon Request

1-800-764-8463 GUTTERS CLEANED $49.95

Insured Average 2 Story House Prompt Service Repair & Replacement Available. PA #31176

(412) 563-6128

J&D Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc.

Trimming, Removal, Stump Grinding. Insured. 25 yrs. experience Free Estimates.

Disappointed with your service? Call someone who cares. Free estimates. Excellent service.

Call Joe 412-886-9818 PA015285

724-328-3288 Anton

“We Apply Federal Specification Sealer Not Watered Down Concentrate” Commercial /Residential Fully Insured *Free Estimates

Todd Shields - Owner toddsasphalt.com

Professional lawn maintenance, complete landscaping, hedge trimming, thatching, mulch reseeding, edging, rototilling, hauling, bobcat service.

Home Improvement

A HANDYMAN 724-344-3061 HIC PA #018106

WALLS - Built & Rebuilt

412-584-1515

WATERPROOFING

◆ Interior & Exterior Solutions ◆ French Drains ◆ Mold & Mildew Removal ◆ Concrete Work ◆ Lifetime Warranty ◆ Senior Citizen Discount Free Estimates * Fully Insured

412-584-1515

Specializing in Large & Small Shrub & Hedge Trimming & Removal. Small and Medium Size Tree Trimming & Removal. Brush and Branch Removal. Stump Grinding. Seasonal & Hill Side Clean-Ups. New Landscape Installations, Mulching. Pressure Washing. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. PA022263 Call 412-833-4717

AERATIONS / STUMP GRINDING Average 10,000 sq.ft. lawn: $65. Let me core aerate your lawn with the same machine Chem Lawn or Davey use for about half their price. Fertilization, weed control & liming also available. Also, let me remove those unwanted stumps & roots from your yard. (Stumps approx. $3 per inch measured across stump.) Also gardens rototilled. Insured. Licensed Pesticide Applicator. 28 yrs. in business.

Jamie Thompson,

(412) 531-3113

BETHEL PARK LANDSCAPING

BOEHM CONTRACTING Complete Home Remodeling, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Gamerooms & more. Carpentry, Painting, Tile & Marble, Wood Flooring (a complete list is on our website). Small jobs welcome. Fully Insured. Our Focus is Quality.

GRASS CUTTING RETAINING WALLS (NEW OR RESET) ◆ PATIO PAVERS ◆ FRENCH DRAINS ◆ DOWNSPOUT DRAINS ◆ HILLSIDES ◆ NEW BEDS ◆ FALL CLEAN-UPS ◆ ◆

Serving The South Hills

Call 412-833-3465

724~498~6809

or visit us at:

Free Estimates*Fully Insured PA #063358

412-584-1515

Offering...

LAWN CARE SERVICES Grass Cutting, Trimming, Mulching, Edging, Spring & Fall Clean-up. Free Estimates! Fully Insured! PA # 085585

412-735-4063

Lawn Care & Landscaping

Commercial /Residential Family Owned For Over 65 Years Shingle = Slate = Copper Standing Seam & Flat Roofs = Siding = Soffit = Fascia & Seamless Gutters

Stamped & Colored Concrete � Exposed Aggregate & Float Finish � Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks � Pressure Wash & Seal Concrete Free Estimates Fully Insured �

Gaetano Concrete (412) 833-7969 PA Reg. #009657

EVERYONE’S HANDYMAN 724-229-0130 FINE CARPENTRY Deck - Door Installation Interior Trim - Handrails Quality Home Repairs Celebrating 20 years

GEE BEE ASPHALT PAVING

Residential /Commercial Blacktopping Driveways Parking Lots Patching l Sealing AFFORDABLE PRICES 412-831-9816 Cell: 412-403-8899 24 HOURS

GUTTERS Seamless, any length. Also: Vinyl Siding, Soffit, Fascia, Downspouts, Gutter Guard, Gutter Cleaning. * FREE GUTTER GUARD WITH GUTTER PURCHASE * 36 yrs. experience. Senior Discounts PA #044557

South Hills Exteriors

412-881-7926, Dave Cell: 412-737-5511, Gary

Phone Answers 24 Hours

1-800-919-5320

RICHARD BODE LANDSCAPING & DECKS

KEN’S ASPHALT SEALING

HANDYMAN SERVICES

724-941-6936 * 724-746-7047 (Store) Visit our store & outdoor display featuring Unilock Products Route 19 South, 3/4 mile past Waterdam Plaza, on right

Brushed On * No Spraying Crack Filling * Line Striping

RETAINING WALLS * PATIOS * SIDEWALKS * DRIVEWAYS

Residential/Commercial Call Ken,

Any Job - Small or Large

Concrete Sealing & Caulking

Fully Insured Free Estimates

Using Unilock Interlocking Concrete Pavers Shrub & Tree Planting / Trimming / Mulching / Edging

DECKS -

412-279-0803 724-745-7122

Custom Built Decks

Free Estimates - Limited Area * Fully Insured Owner Supervision PA004132

Asphalt * Concrete Retaining Walls

Since 1984

412-279-9222 PA035878

Service Repairs

Bordenick Landscaping Inc. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

LANDSCAPE DESIGN / INSTALLATION LAWN MAINTENANCE RETAINING WALLS BOBCAT SERVICES PRUNING FERTILIZING MULCHING AERATION PENN STATE GRADUATE PAVERS & WALKWAYS

Fully Insured * 724-986-3705

ZINGRONE LANDSCAPING

CONSTRUCTION / MAINTENANCE COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL PA LICENSED ● ● ● ● ● ●

FALL CLEAN-UPS / LEAF REMOVAL GRASS CUTTING / FERTILIZATION DECKS ● TREE REMOVAL RETAINING WALLS ● HAULING CONCRETE WORK ● BOBCAT SERVICES DESIGN / INSTALL ● NEW LAWNS

NOW ACCEPTING COMMERCIAL SNOW REMOVAL CONTRACTS

“CALL A COMPANY THAT CARES” Ask For Joe: 412 ~ 886 ~ 9818 Fully Insured

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20 Years Experience

● PA015285

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Experienced Professional Highest Quality Guaranteed Work Interior & Exterior Insured Deakin Painting 412-897-6709 PA#023168

PAINTING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

Skilled Craftsmen

Customer Satisfaction Is Our Guarantee! Fully Insured Free Estimates Greystoke Painting

412-835-1307

PLASTERING/HARDCOAT New Work * Repair Work 35 years experience. Angie’s List Recommended Insured * Free Estimates

Larry Cardillo Plastering

(724) 926-2269 (724) 255-0029

POINTING MORTAR REPAIR Insured

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Free Estimates

Active Owner Participation on Every Jobsite

“Mortar Matching & Neatness are My Trademark”

Weber Construction 412-563-6128

PRESSURE WASHING SERVICES Industrial Commercial & Residential Deck Cleaning & Staining Free Estimates. Fully Insured. BES Housing Solutions & Renovations converged with Scotty & Sons Deck Cleaning. 18+ yrs. exp. 724-926-8388 www.beshousingsolutions.com

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER * INTERIOR + EXTERIOR * DECKS * PRESSURE WASHING

(724) 745-5586

FULLY INSURED /FREE ESTIMATES PA #051672

JB MASONRY

724~746~3464

Chimney Cap Replacement & Repair � Repointing � All Phases of Brick, Block & Stone Work � Flagstone Patios � Indoor & Outdoor Fireplaces � Concrete Driveways & Sidewalks �

Machi Paving LLC

PAINTING & CARPENTRY

SPECIAL

FALL RATES

Fully insured. Free estimates.

Fully Insured Free Estimates Emergency Repairs

Dennis,

412-680-2237 412-343-3695

CONCRETE & STONE WORK

PA#45653

(Built or Rebuilt) ◆ Concrete Sidewalks ◆ Patios & Driveways ◆ Basement Waterproofing ◆ Regrading/Reseeding

Fife Painting

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(412) 279-2262

SIDELINES TREE SERVICE

PAINTING

True Professional. Interior / Exterior Plaster Patching & Repairs 30 years. Insured. References. Dependable. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Free Estimates.

*************************** Complete Home Remodeling & Repair Service, Kitchens, Baths, Decks, Windows, Doors, etc. NO JOB TOO SMALL Free Estimates * Insured PA 032470

CONTRACTING/ LANDSCAPING

◆ Grass Cutting ◆Mulching ◆ Edging ◆ Trimming ◆ Bed Design ◆Retaining Walls

PAINT MAN / WALLPAPER MAN

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412-531-5922

RICH’S LAWN CARE

724-231-6438

workmanship with attention to detail. Fully insured. References available. Free est. PA035280

CHESLEIGH REMODELING

or visit us at: pilardilandscaping.com Trimming & removal of hedges, shrubs & trees, stump removals, mulching, edging & yard clean-up. Free estimates. Discounts for new callers, seniors & veterans. Call

Local craftsman. Quality

(412) 831-3676

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PILARDI’S LANDSCAPING

Call:

PAINTING

(INTERIOR / EXTERIOR)

PA 021734

Call

J&J Lawncare 412-337-0211

Pilardi’s Landscaping

412-881-4749

(Wall Pro) Frank, (412) 833-4992 (412) 535-2404

Now is the best time of year to have your lawn aerated. Ask about our Fall Special that combines aerating, leaf & fertilization services. Call Mike

10% off Special

2307 Brownsville Rd. Call us for a free “No Gimmick” estimate

AMES Construction & Remodeling 30 Years Experience! 724-852-1888

LEAF REMOVAL, DETHATCHING & OVERSEEDING

for Planting & Seeding Affordable, quality work. � Fall Clean-Up � Seeding � Mulching � Pruning � Bed Design � Planting & More

Siding * Soffit * Roofing Doors * Kitchens * Baths Windows * Additions Gutters * Decks * Drywall

Wallcovering/Painting - all types. Removal/ Wall Repair. 30 Years Exper. Dependable. “One Call Does It All”.

LAWN AERATING

Lawn Care & Landscaping

* * * *

724-627-9084

LANDSCAPING

New & Old, Precast, Keystone, Tie Walls, Stone, etc. Insured/Free Estimates.

Where Quality is Tradition for Over 25 years

ADDITIONS/GAMEROOMS Garages * Kitchens Baths * Decks. D & J Construction & Excavation Services 724-745-7860 724-344-2947

412-854-3660

Robert Rigby’s Landscaping

K & K HOME IMPROVEMENT

Call 724-239-5074 or Cell: 412-670-1879

Lawncare, rake leaves, clean basements & garages. Interior painting. Shovel Snow. Reasonable Rates.

J.C. Landscaping

(724) 941-1024

CORDWOOD

TREE SERVICE “R&J Tree Service”

FALL/WINTER CLEAN-UP

724-746-6131 800-641-9055 24 Hrs.

Fuel-Soil-Stone

191 Fieldgate Dr.

lawestatesales.com

Grass Cutting � Landscaping � Yard Clean-Ups � Concrete � Decks � Retaining Walls

Single Phase Electrical Services Inc. The Generator Specialist 724-745-1970 www.singlephase.com

Home Improvement

Hothouse Floral 24 Hot House Lane Rt. 136 Wash. 724-222-6739 www.hothousefloralco.com

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Machinery & Tools SAWMILLS -From only $4897- MAKE MONEY &SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE info & DVD: www.Norwood Sawmills.com 1-800-578-1363 Ext. 300N

Trees, Plants & Flowers

Enjoy The Dog Days Of Summer

1943 W. Chestnut St., Wash. PA 724-206-0462

Much More!!

Law Estate Sales (412) 298-2381

Lawn Care & Landscaping

ANTIQUES / COLLECTIBLES ~ WANTED ~

Chairs, Matching Bench, Signed Artwork, Pictures/

Service Repairs

20 Years Experience NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL PA #038977

Call John

724-746-8561 Home Improvement

PAUL JANOV

REMODELING

Kitchens, Bathrooms Gamerooms Interior Painting Drywall Plaster Repair

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Rick Kaczmarek,

412-401-4877 Rollier’s Hardware

We carry everything you need: Electric, Plumbing, Paint, Housewares Lawn & Garden, Pets, Lumber. Convenience Store & Seasonal 600 Washington Road Mt. Lebanon, PA 412-561-0922

Home Improvement

KITCHENS & BATHROOMS COMPLETE HOME REMODELING Gamerooms * Entrance Ways * Backsplashes * Countertops * Drywall * Wood Flooring Specializing in Ceramic Tile & Marble

No Job Too Small * Insured * Free Estimates * Reasonable www.gilbert-tile.com PA010192

Gilbert Tile (412) 341-5955

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SAM’S PAINTING

Interior/Exterior Plaster & Drywall Repairs Insured * References Free Estimates 35 Yrs. Experience

412-853-9436

By Scrub-a-dub dolls Our 30 year endurance in the industry proves our client satisfaction. www.scrubadubdolls.com or

(724) 941-3878 (412) 655-3921

SPICE IT UP HANDYMAN I do it all. Painting, Plumbing, Electrical & more. PA076865 Fully Insured. 2012 Winner of Super Service Award from Angie’s List. Call Brian,

412-216-1098

TOMMY’S REMODELING HANDYMAN SERVICE We do all Home Improvements

Hardwood & Laminate Floors, Gamerooms, Entry Doors, Decks,

WE DO IT ALL!

PA #053154 Fully Insured CALL TOMMY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

724 263 2503

WALLPAPER INSTALLATION & REMOVAL INTERIOR PAINTING

Quality Workmanship Free Estimates. Fully Insured

Tim Corn w all Wallp apering 412-833-4574 412-551-2474 PA #039416

Concrete America’s Largest Concrete Leveler. Don’t replace your sunken concrete slabs! Let us pump it up & save you 50-70% over replacment. 412-486-8444 or 724-776-7277 www.a1now.com D & E CUSTOM CONCRETE Decorative, Stamped. Pool Decks & Overlays. Driveways, patios & walks. 724-747-2171

Asphalt

MAID SERVICES Back To School Special 20% off any service Cleaning/Carpet Cleaning Home Organization 412-482-8002

Boat & Accessories BLUE WATER Monte Carlo, 20’, Merc inboard/outboard, Cuddy cabin, rebuilt 350 V8, with trailer, used very little, $5,900. 724-747-5317 BOAT - 18’ pontoon, new 50 hp Mercury, trolling motor, fish finder, aluminum trailer, 2 brand new batteries, +extras. $8,500 firm. 724-852-2974.

Sealing, Maintenance Construction Services kernanasphalt.com 412-831-4847

Drywall/Painting J. SCUMACI PAINTING & DRYWALL

HOUSE BOAT, 45’, Fiberglass Twin V8 Engines $ 29,500 412-818-2327

412-613-4177

Excavating & Hauling EXCAVATION/DEMOLITION & HAULING Real Estate Cleanouts & Restoration

SUNLINE, ’04, Sole’ Travel Trailer, 25’, sleeps 6, air, heat, lots of storage, Must See! Immaculate! $7,500. 724-206-0777

MotorcyclesMotorbikes-ATVs

412-897-9622 HAULING

Let us haul your junk, garbage, wood, yard debris. Erikshaulingandmoving.com

WELLCRAFT CRUISER, ‘89 28’. Mercury engine, sleeps 4, new interior,bath with shower, kitchen, stove, micro, refrigerator, air, new canvas & rug, new sound system, carries 9, great condition, includes all accessories. REDUCED $8,900, great value! 724-207-0410

1990 Dutchman RV - everything to camp with included Parked at Cayman Landing Campgrounds/ Treasure Lake $5,000.,or best offer 724-225-9576 2005 Forrest River Motor Home 35’, Ford V10, 6020 mi. 8cu.ft. Fridge, Dual Air, 2 Tip Outs, Good condition, must sell $59,900. or best, 724-747-4998

2006 Custom Softail, 113 ultima motor. 5 speed Indian transmission, S&S open carb. 3” open primary, pm racing mags. $9,000/best offer. 706-435-7471

2008 Limited Edition, Graffiti CBR 600RR, 2 Brothers carbon fiber exhaust, 10 teeth raised on rear sprocket, heavy duty chain,low miles $7,000. obo 724-322-2210 HARLEY 1200 custom, ‘10, 5,000 miles, windshield & saddle bags, $7,400. 724-554-4749

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘06 Electra Glide Classic Touring Model Only 8,000 miles, like new, $9,000. 412-833-7196

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘89 1200 XL Sportster

9,400 miles, clean, extra chrome, $4,750 or best offer. Florida Bike. 724-796-0182

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘92 Ultra Classic

29,000 miles, excellent condition, all original, $7,500.

Call Jim, 724-554-6156

2011 PLEASURE WAY RV Like new, all the bells & whistles. 18,500 miles. Gold color with coordinating graphics. Selling because of health & old age. Price Reduced to $69,500. Comes with accessories. You gotta see this one! 412-841-7580. Will consider any serious offer. 99 Dutchman Popup with furnace and air, good condition sleeps 8 $3,400 negotiable 724-225-5350 call after 2pm

Harley Davidson 2000, XL883 Sportster, 6,400 miles, removable windshield, leather, forward controls, many extras $5,000, 724-350-6558, 724-796-3037

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2001 Road King

Class A 35’ CAT Diesel Motor Home - Fully equipped, includes washer, dryer, aluminum shell, stainless steel storage doors with roll out trays, $40,000. Offers considered. 724-579-2521 COLEMAN ‘02 Pop up Santa Fe model, new tires, $2,700. 724-413-9542

HARLEY DAVIDSON ’02 Sportster 1200 Custom detached windshield, 2 seats, extras, Asking $4,500. 724-914-1662 HEADSETS with HELMETS 2 Honda Goldwing Deluxe Headsets with Helmets, $350 or best offer. 412-303-8680

Robert Fenton

HONDA ‘06 Shadow

Cozy Traveler-2012 15 Ft Custom Built $8,000 724-632-3371

Miscellaneous

412-722-8585

CLEANING

Team Cleaning. Call on us to bust the dust. For Business or Residential. Honest, reasonable, reliable, & very meticulous. Cleaning weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or one time only in any area. References upon request. Insured/Bonded.

Dutch Star by Newmar, Class A 1999, Ford 6.8 V10, 34’, Fully Equipped, Inmotion Satellite, Garage kept, 32,126 miles, Transferrable Good Sams Warranty Plan, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire tow car included, $24,000, 724-225-8052 JAYCO J Flight, 2010, 24’, 1 slide out, used 3 times, full bath, queen bed, $13,600. 724-225-0643, 412-217-4649

HONDA ‘81 CB 750 Fairing & Bags, 32,000 Miles, Very Nice Condition. Like Goldwing $1,900. 412-897-9622 KIDS ATV - New, 110 CC, Governor, Remote Kill, $750 724-263-5364 KTM - 2010 400XCW, Hardly Ridden, Like New, Extras, $5500/Best Offer 724-947-2341 Pulse Performance Power Sport Part/Gear & Acces.724-260-5273 www.pulseperfor manceonline.com

724-579-3426

www.MariasIdeas.com

412-481-6556

Miscellaneous Vehicles CONCESSION TRAILER 1995 - 18 ft. With 14 ft. support box truck, stainless griddle, 2 fryers, 4 sinks, good condition. Call Chuck,

724-986-6527, 724-986-5761

PIERCE PUMPER, 1984, 1250 GPM, 1000 gallon tank, 26,350 miles, $12,000. 724-899-2188

RIVINIUS ‘73 Heavy Equipment TRAILER - 50,000 GWT with heavy duty ramps & brakes, $5,295 or best offer. 724-348-0800

2009 SUNRIDER HARDTOP for Jeep Wrangler X 4 Door. Like new $1,100 724-263-7200 Alum. Utility Cap- Short Bed Chevy fits 2006-2013 built in tool boxes, 30” tall, heavy duty ladder rack, white, 7 mo old, Paid $2,200. Asking $1,200 724-345-3541 LARIAT 2012 F150, Factory TOW MIRRORS, heated, power adjust, manual fold, Direction puddle & memory, TRADE for LARIAT STANDARD. Bob 724-941-7979 LEAF SPRING New 2) front 52”, 2) rear 50” for pick up truck $500 724-225-2595 TIRES - 5 Firestone P225/60R/16, Mounted, GM Wheels, approx. 5,000 Miles, $600. 724-747-4695

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Antique Automobiles

NORTHWOOD NASH, ‘03 - 22’ Like new inside & out! Sleeps 6, heat, air, , awning, stove, fridge/freezer, microwave, full bath, master bed, couch, table, CD/AM/FM stereo, cable. Must See! $6,500. 724-705-2251

Antique Automobiles DODGE ‘66 Dart GT Convertible

CHEVROLET ‘36 Sedan

318 V8, automatic, factory air, Arizona car, $8,500/best offer.

CHEVROLET ‘39 Master Deluxe

383 engine, all original #s match, inspected 2012, always garaged, $16,900. 412-561-6994 Ford Thunderbird- 1955 292/3 sp manual, Black w/Black interior NO TEXT MESSAGES $19,900 412-812-1963

412-657-6724

724-228-1039

DODGE ‘66 Charger

Vehicle Service Jak’s Muffler Complete Auto Care 724-228-4440 www.jaksmuffler.com

2 door sedan, older restoration, updated engine & electrical, will negotiate selling price. Call for appointment,

Antique Automobiles

412-352-4399

1949 DODGE

Runs and drives, with parts car, extra parts. $5000 or best offer.

724-747-7602

1969 Chevy Caprice 4d hard top, a/c, p/w 28,000 miles, very nice car $11,500 724-228-1688

CORVETTE, ‘87, black, glass top, automatic, graphite interior new tires, 48,000 miles, very nice shape! $10,500. 724-747-5317

Antique Automobiles

The best coverage... In print...Online... for one and all!! Observer-Reporter and observer-reporter.com FORD THUNDERBIRD,’74, 460 engine, 55,000+ miles, inspected thru 7/14, no rust or dents, must see & drive! $3,500 Firm, 724-627-8603 ask for Bill

Antique Automobiles

CHEVROLET ‘72 Corvette Stingray - 61,000 miles, mint

condition, runs great, $18,000 or best offer. 412-835-8789

CHEVROLET ‘63 Impala

350 pg. New Chrome & Interior Craiger Wheels, Chrome Headers, $19,000. 724-746-4042

AMC ‘71 JAVELIN SST

Blue, automatic, very good condition, low miles, 360 engine,

$14,500. 724-825-2168

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6. Islamic prince 7. African shirt 8. Unusually (Scot.) 9. Twelve 10. Tooth caregiver 11. Macaws 12. Mother of Perseus 13. Does as told 24. Canonized 25. Stray 26. Speak haltingly 27. __ Dee, actress 28. Air cooling machine 29. Stanley's automobile 32. Old world, new 33. 16 34. Foot (Latin) 35. A citizen of Thailand 36. Select 38. Airborne (abbr.) 39. River in NE Scotland 40. Skilled in deception 47. Hot condiment 48. Not divisible by two 50. Point midway between S and E 52. Apportions cards 53. Ruled by an abbess 55. Expressed pleasure 57. Bleated 58. Storage buildings 60. Stored in the gallbladder 63. Reciprocal of a sine 64. Point midway between S and SE 65. 8th Month (abbr.) 66. They __ 67. Dental group 68. Conducted

2 door, Street Rod, 305-350, aluminum wheels, Mustang II suspension, all steel, $18,000.

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CUSTOM WEDDING PHOTO BACKDROP DECOR & GIFTS. MURALS & ART

14,900 miles, great looking & running bike, newly inspected, new battery, lots of extras, $4,600 or best offer.

CADILLAC ‘83 Coupe DeVille

Mustang seat, chromed out , 5,000 miles, excellent shape, $3,800. 724-328-0665

AFFORDABLE HOUSECLEANING Need extra time? One time or anytime. Detailed expert cleaning.

YAMAHA ‘03 V Star 1100 Classic Cruiser

412-614-1818

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘08 XL1200C Sportster 4,800 miles, Pearl White, Rush Exhaust, S/E Stage 1 Intake, Factory D-load, extra clean, garage kept, 1 owner. $7,600/ best offer. Canonsburg, 724-745-4935

HAULING

AFFORDABLE HOUSECLEANING (412) 561-4331 (412) 848-0530

SUZUKI 08 DR 650, Street legal 380 mi., Excellent condition, $500 in extras, $3,500 724-914-0732

Screaming Eagle Pipes, extra chrome, security system, like new, $8,500.

HONDA SHADOW, ‘07, 6,000 miles, 745 CC, good condition, $3,500. 724-255-6227, 724-255-6361

412-341-7640

412-997-1862

Yellow on yellow leather, runs & looks like new, nice cruise car, $5,000. 412-760-1311

412-758-9736 Clean out houses, apartments & garages. Clean up yards. Reasonable.

4,010 miles, $5,700.

1998 Harley Davidson - Heritage Softtail. $7,500 or best. 724-632-6769

robertcdixon@yahoo.com

HAULING

724-747-0103

SUZUKI 2007 GSX-R 600

412-443-5718 or email: lgt-6002@verizon.net

Dixon Construction 412-997-7030 Chad’s Junk & Debris Removal

Suzuki quad Sport LT80, Looks and runs great, $850

Automotive Parts & Accessories

724-579-6165

Complete Painting & Carpentry Services Residential & Commercial Interior & Exterior No Job Too Large or Small Serving the South Hills for 20 Years. Insured PA #023053

SUNLINE, 18’, hardtop CAMPER, sleeps 7, interior excellent, needs basic mechanical work, $1,500. 724-554-3024

FORMULA 25’ Cabin Cruiser Mercury I-O, sleeps 4, carries 9, full kitchen & bath camper canvas, low hours, trailer included, $15,000. Offers considered. 724-579-2521

Painting: Interior / Exterior Drywall Installation & Repairs Fully Insured * PA 031976

M.T. CHRISTIAN PAINTING

PACE ARROW MOTOR HOME 1994 38’ MH, low mileage, Propane stove, propaneelectric fridge, W/D combo, Microwave, Central heatpropane, dual A/Cs, sofa bed, recliner, table for 4, queen master bed, VCR, dual TVs, cruise, front bucket seats-recliners, 8 new tires$2000, NEW ONAN 7000 watt Generator-$5,000, rear mural, Very Good condition. Only $12,500 or BO. Call Dick Mc at 412-304-1907.

1999 DYNA WIDE-GLYDE 12,000 Miles, Screaming Eagle Mufflers, Windshield, Mustang Seat, $8,500 or best offer. 724-483-3754

Campers & RVs Kernan Asphalt Sealing

Campers & RVs

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Antique Automobiles

September 11 , 2013

Automobiles

2006 CHEVY IMPALA LS 44,800 miles, Great shape, $10,200 724-745-1492

FORD ‘07 Taurus SEL

2007 Suzuki Florenza 28,520 miles, 1 owner, a/c, power windows, good tires, inspected 4/14 $4,300

FORD, ‘53, no rust, 331 SB, 4 speed, IROC-R blower, 2-4 lots of parts, been stored, $17,000. 724-228-1534

724-627-4717

2008 VW Beetle convertible, yellow, with black top and interior, 40,000 miles, excellent condition. $15,900

724-239-4653

2003 VW Jetta GL-Top end motor rebuilt, Tran Serviced, Tire Wheel, Alignment, Brakes new, new Battery, 117,000 mi. $4,000. 724-229-0485.

FORD ‘77 Thunderbird White with red velour interior, 400 engine, power windows, 41,000 miles, not perfect but very good condition. True American Classic. $3,500/best offer.

BUICK ‘06 Lucerne CXL

Excellent condition, 53,000 miles, $10,500.

Call Vince, 412-563-1972

412-519-3644

Fiesta Red, 312, auto, power steering/brakes, front disc brakes, stainless steel exhaust, A/C, T&C radio, both tops + more. 93,000 miles, $42,500. 412-276-6668 or

Spotless, must see/drive, 42,000 miles, $10,495. 724-966-5890 after 1 pm. HONDA CIVIC, ‘08, 2 door, air, power windows, 5 speed, 80,000 miles, 724-225-6524 HONDA CIVIC, ’93, 4 door, automatic, new inspection, excellent condition, well maintained, $3,200. 724-222-8774

HONDA ‘08 Civic

2-door, Blue, 39,000 miles, good condition, new tires, $11,500/best offer.724-986-1889

CHEVY ‘93 Corvette Coupe

White/Red Interior, Glass Top, 6 Speed/LT1, 59,000 Miles, $13,000 or Best Offer.

White/gray interior, glass top, automatic, electronic air, 7,000 miles, 1 owner, garage kept, $21,500. 412-833-0799

PLYMOUTH ‘74 Valiant 4 Door, 33,000 Miles, Antique Plate, 318 V-8, $4,000. Call 724-222-3978

Automobiles CHEVROLET ‘84 El Camino Classic Car. Show quality. Must sell, excellent condition $15,500. 412-833-0799 1966 FORD MUSTANG - 289, 4 Barrel, Coupe, 5,871 miles, Rebuilt Engine, Color:Intense Blue $13,000, 724-833-3556

PLYMOUTH ‘01 Neon

Auto, air, newer tires, 8/14 inspection, good condition, 208,000 highway miles, $2,000/best offer. 724-743-1199

2.4 liter, 4 cylinder, black leather interior, gray exterior, under 17,000 miles, $16,500.

412-561-2292

Four Wheel Drives

1986 IH DUMPTRUCK, single axle, 10 Ton with air brakes, $10,500. 724-228-1095 FORD- 2000 F150 EXT CAB Automatic, 4.6 Engine, $2,200 724-350-2430

PONTIAC FIERO GT, ’86, red, 43,000 miles, Very Clean $9,000 or best offer. 724-966-8759

FORD ‘78 Truck

724-627-6206

Ford 2006 F-150, 4x4, 150,000.miles. all Highway miles, well maintained, $10,500./best offer. 706-435-7471

GMC 2004 Sierra

Approx. 120,000 miles, $8,000.

724-627-6364

PONTIAC 2007 Red Solstice Auto, Black Leather, 18” Chrome Wheels, 12,900 miles, showroom condition, $16,500. 724-263-0441

Sell items under $300 for free in the Observer-Reporter. Email your ads to: orclass@observer-reporter.com

GMC Yukon, ‘99, 350, 5.7L, excellent condition, all service records, Insp 7/14 724-531-1550

MERCEDES ‘79 450 SL Convertible, Repainted 2009 GREAT CONDITION $15,500 or best offer. 412-445-5874

Silver, 4 door. 3.1 liter V-6, 122,00 miles. Current inspection, 2 new tires, runs great! Single owner. Asking $2,500 or best offer. Please call 724-260-0395, leave message.

Sports Utility Vehicles

412-708-0049

2006 Chevy Tahoe LT, 4wd, trailering package, dvd, 4 captain heated leather seats, one owner, loaded, 78,000 miles, $15,800 724-840-7466

1992 Oldsmobile 98 Elite, Gray, 4 door, 140,000 miles, garage kept, leather seats, Excellent Condition, $6,000 or best offer 724-796-1138 1993 40th Anniversary CORVETTE. White with Black Leather,Auto,13,900 Miles, All original,but New tires, New Inpsection, Oil Change. No signs of interior wear.A must see in person. Loaded, cruise,Serious inquiries only.Asking $14,900 NO TRADES 724-745-7364 Evenings

EAGLE ‘95 Talon ESI

98,000 miles, newly inspected, white/gray interior, $3,100.

412-779-2262

MERCEDES ‘99 SLK230

Convertible, automatic, super charged 4 cylinder, 71,000 miles, inspected thru 5-14, air, excellent! garage kept, $11,900

MAZDA 2007 CX7 Sport Turbo, silver with black interior, FWD, automatic, air, warranty, 68,000 miles, 2014 inspection, excellent! $10,900.

724-941-5300

2005 Ford Ranger XLT level 2 126,000 miles, $5,000 724-267-2932 6pm-7pm 2003 Grand Cherokee, excellent condition, new tires, brakes, shocks, 160,000 \ highway miles, $4,800 or best offer 724-255-1705

Four Wheel Drives

Dodge Nitro 2007, 4x4 100,000. miles, well maintained,very clean. $12,500./best offer 706-435-7471

FORD MUSTANG, ‘00, V6, standard, 142,000 miles, good condition, $2,500 or best offer. 724-413-6455 FORD MUSTANG, 1964 1/2, Classic Coupe, poppy red, excellent condition, $15,000. 724-948-3684

DODGE ‘03 Caravan

135,000 miles, inspected till 2/14, all new brakes, excellent condition, $4,500. Call

724-225-5538

FORD VAN, ‘93, E-250, good runner, inspected, high mileage, Best offer, 724-746-5263 FORD 1995 E150 Handicap Accessible Van. Under 79,000 miles, No rust. Remotely controlled side door & lift, Inspected & ready to go,$13,000 Firm.724-267-2933 GMC 1995 Van, V-6 Hanidcap Accessible, 73,000 miles, side lift with remote & tie downs, $5,995 724-592-6690

HONDA ‘01 Odyssey LX

Four Wheel Drives

Mint condition, 84,000 miles, 7 passengers, lots of cargo space, many extras, all maintenance records available, $6,000. Call

Ford 2000 Crown Victoria LX leather, full powered, air, CD, Cassette,Sport wheels Sharp, $3,495.. 724-344-8087

Vans

CHEVY SILVERADO, ‘07, all black, 32,000 original miles, 8’ bed, asking $17,000. Mint Condition, 724-587-3122

412-849-3070

MITSUBISHI ‘2004 ECLIPSE Needs Motor work. $4,000 724-746-1889

KIA Sportage 2002, good engine, bad transmission, 120,000. mi. $2,500. 412-217-9559 NISSAN- FRONTIER ‘09 4x4, Crew Cab, 39,000 miles $18,000/Offer 724-239-2783

Four Wheel Drives

2001 Jeep Cherokee 4x4 Auto. 4.0 liter. Power windows & locks, 101,100.mi., inspected 10-14 $4,500. 724-745-1219 Mercedes 190e -1992’ inspected, very clean car, custom chrome rims, indash dvd with screen/125,000 miles. $3,400 obo. 724-263-7294

GMC ‘97 Z71 4x4

192,000 miles, Blue Book $4,700 contractor truck extras $2,900 asking $6,600, all power & extended 3rd door.

412-835-0516

DODGE ‘06 Grand Caravan SXT 80,000 miles, stow ‘n go. Current inspection. $6,250 248-461-7077

GMC ‘2002, 2500 HD, CLUB CAB 8’ Bed, Tow Package, 108,000 Miles, $7,200 Firm. 724-833-3905, 724-627-5162

PONTIAC ‘01 Grand Prix SE

Showroom condition, used for car shows, only 56,000 orig. miles, $9,000 or best offer.

1984 OLDSMOBILE, 98, V8, 5.0L, overdrive transmission, vinyl padded roof, power seat, windows & locks, tilt, cruise, AM/FM cassette, air, rear defogger, 72,850 miles, garage kept, $7,600. 724-239-5311

FORD ‘03 F-150 XLT, 4X4 108,000 Miles, V6, 8’ Bed, 4.2 V6, automatic,Good Condition. $6,200, 724-263-8957

GMC SIERRA, ‘98, 4x4, 350, V8, 8’ bed, no rust, everything works, great work truck $3,900 or best offer. 724-288-0829

MERCURY ‘02 SABLE 4 Door, Automatic, White 165,230 mi. Inpsected til 6/14. Good Condition $2,300. 724-470-8362

CHRYSLER ‘67 New Yorker

CORVETTE - 94 CONVERTIBLE Polo Green, Automatic, NEW Top, 69,000 miles, $12,000 or Best Offer 724-802-0014

FORD ‘2004 LARIAT 105,000 MIles, 6” Lift, 35” Tires, 18” Chrome Rims, Super Cab, Magnaflo Dual Exhaust, many extras. $15,500 or best offer. 724-825-7458 Short Bed, 6” lift, 351 modified engine, 4 speed transmission, disassembled, all new parts, ready to restore. $2,500 solid.

PONTIAC - 2007 Solstice GXP, Turbo 2.0L, DOHC, 5 Speed, Sport Suspension, 18”Chrome Wheels, Black w/ Leather Seats, ONLY HAS 1,500 miles $21,900, 724-745-6668

33,000 miles, 4 cylinder, 4 door, great shape, $13,500. McMurray, 724-746-3987

724-796-2671 CHEVROLET ‘96 Corvette

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Trucks

HONDA ‘06 Accord EXL

HONDA ‘11 Accord SE

CADALLIC-2010 EXT Black w/Black Leather Interior Heated Seats, 22” rims ONLY 32,000 miles EXCELLENT CONDITION $47,995 724-579-3532

FORD 1956 THUNDERBIRD

Automobiles

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Automobiles

NISSAN- VAN 2012 NV2500 4,700 miles, Contractors van, FULLY EQUIPPED, $20,500 724-344-8122

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SILHOUETTE VAN, ’01, great condition, fully equipped, 7 passenger, 100,500 miles, current inspections til 10/13 $5,000 or best offer, call 724-503-7285

JEEP Commander 4 X 4, 2006, silver, Great condition!, V8, stadium seating, 123,000 miles, below Blue Book $8500, 724-222-5407

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UP TO 60 MONTHS

On 7 New 2013 Toyota Models

*Excludes Camry Hybird, up to 60 months, $16.67 per $1,000 financed at 0% APR. Plus tax plates and $131 dealer fees due at delivery, with approved credit through TFS. Ends 9/30/13

Automatic, Stock# TMH41639 *With approved credit through AHFC. **36 months/12,000 miles per year with $2,499 due at signing. Plus tax, plates and $131 dealer fees with credit approval through AHFC. Ends 9/30/13.

Up to 36 Mos.

Per Month

Lease For

Stock# TMT26595

APR

For 60 mos.

159

144

* Per Month

*36 month lease/12,000 miles/year with $1,999 cash or trade equity due at signing. Tax, plates and $131 dealer fees due at delivery. Well qualified buyers through HMF. Ends 9/30/13.

New 2013 Hyundai Elantra GLS

For 24 mos.

Per Month

*Up to 24 months with $2,999 down, 1st payment due at signing, plus tax, plates, dealer fees. No security deposit. Ends 9/30/13

*Up to 60 months with approved credit through AHFC. Plus tax, plate and $131 dealer fees, with credit approval through AHFC. Ends 9/30/13.

Lease For

New 2013 Toyota Camry LE

2013 Honda Pilot, CR-V, Fit, Crosstour & Odyssey

0.9

New 2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS

• Camry • Corolla • Prius Liftback • Sienna • Venza • Highlander • Tundra

2013 Honda Civic LX

APR*

Lease For

Automatic

139

Per Month

*36 month lease/12,000 miles/year with $1,999 cash or trade equity due at signing. Tax, plates and $131 dealer fees due at delivery. Well qualified buyers through HMF. Ends 9/30/13.

1.9% APR on Certified

ON ALL TOYOTA AND SCION CERTIFIED MODELS

UP TO 60 MONTHS

Credit Approval Required Expires 9/30/13

Credit Approval Required. Ends 9/30/13

2012 HONDA CIVIC LX SEDAN #TMH203362,............................................CERTIFIED 13,990 $ 2010 HONDA ACCORD LX #TMH061419, 20,000 MILES.................................CERTIFIED 16,490 $ 2012 INSIGHT EX #TMH201097, AUTOMATIC, 4,000 MILES...................................CERTIFIED 17,990 $ 2010 HONDA ACCORD EXL SEDAN #TMH027903, 14,000 MILES........CERTIFIED 20,690 $ 2012 ACCORD EXL COUPE #TMH204814, AUTOMATIC, 21,000 MILES.......CERTIFIED 20,690 $ 2011 HONDA CR-V EXL #TMH118951, 28,000 MILES........................................CERTIFIED 22,990 $ 2011 HONDA PILOT EXL #TMH183021, 39,000 MILES....................................CERTIFIED 27,590

2009 TOYOTA PRIUS #TMT945697, AUTOMATIC, AIR, 46,000 MILES.............. CERTIFIED 14,490 $ 2011 TOYOTA CAMRY LE #T178439, AUTOMATIC, AIR, POWER WINDOWS, 29,000 MILES.... CERTIFIED 17,490 $ 2011 TOYOTA RAV 4 AWD #T19768, 25,000 MILES........................................ CERTIFIED 19,990 $ 2010 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SE #TMT032592, LEATHER, AWD............. CERTIFIED 24,490 $ 2010 TOYOTA TACOMA DOUBLE CAB 4X4 #TMT039097, 4X4, TRD. CERTIFIED 26,990 $ 2011 TOYOTA TUNDRA CREW MAX 4X4 #TMT175504, TRD, 29,000 MILES... CERTIFIED 30,490

2005 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE #TMH502563, LEATHER, AUTOMATIC, AIR.............................. 8,990 $ 2007 HYUNDAI SONATA #TM4764211, AUTOMATIC, AIR, POWER WINDOWS........................... 9,990 $ 2006 JEEP COMMANDER 4X4 #TMH668727, AUTOMATIC, AIR........................................ 11,990 $ 2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE AWD #TMH869265, V6, ALLOYS .......................................... 12,990 $ 2011 FORD FUSION #TMH161560, AUTOMATIC, AIR, POWER WINDOWS/LOCKS...................... 15,490 $ 2007 FORD RANGER XLT 4X4 #TM4705311, 46,000 MILES.............................................. 16,890

Advertised Price excludes tax, tag, registration, and title and dealer does not charge dealer fee.

www.washingtonpahonda.com

Washington Honda

307 Washington Rd., Rt. 19 at Strabane Square, Washington, PA 15301

724-222-2213

2007 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE HYBRID #TMT700479, LEATHER, MOONROOF, ALLOYS 11,990 $ 2006 TOYOTA SEQUIOA LIMITED 4X4 #TMT665878, LEATHER, ALLOYS............... 19,990 $ 2010 FORD ESCAPE XLT #T062026, V6, 4X4, AUTOMATIC..................................................... 15,490 $ 2011 CHEVY SILVERADO CREW CAB Z71 #TMT195647, 5.3 V8, 4X4, RED....... 22,990 $

13,994 15,657 2011 HYUNDAI SONATA SE #TMY154249 WITH NAVIGATION........................$17,827 2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER #TMY252556 WITH NAVIGATION ........................$19,994 2012 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS AWD #TMY237645................................$20,999 $

2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT GLS

#TMY136531 ..........................................

2011 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS

#TMY194707 ..........................................

2011 CHEVY CRUZE LT #TMY184810.....................................................$14,818 2012 VW JETTA 2.5L SE #TMY218018...................................................$14,952 2009 HONDA ODYSSEY EXL #TM400972..............................................$17,998 2009 LEXUS ES350 #TMY930778............................................................$22,499 *Payment requires $2,000 cash down or trade equity, 72 month term @ 3.9% APR with approved credit, tax and fees not included

www.washingtonpatoyota.com

www.washingtonpahyundai.com

307 Washington Rd., Rt. 19 at Strabane Square, Washington, PA 15301

Washington Toyota Scion 724-222-2213

Washington Hyundai 724-222-2213

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