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‘EVENING IN INDIA’ CELEBRATED IN SOUTH FAYETTE PAGE 17

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Mt. Lebanon resident Jeff Heiskell speaks to a crowd in Mt. Lebanon protesting the artificial turf at Middle and Wildcat fields.

MT. LEBANON RESIDENTS RALLY AGAINST TURF By Nick Lewandowski For The Almanac writer@thealmanac.net

Flanked by heavy construction equipment and mounds of earth, several dozen Mt. Lebanon residents gathered on Oct. 26 to rally against the installation of artificial turf at Middle and Wildcat fields, in the municipality’s main park. Members of the crowd displayed signs and punctuated speakers’ comments with enthusiastic rounds of applause. Mt. Lebanon’s turf project has progressed quickly since its proposal in November 2013, despite vocal opposition from a number of residents. Opponents see artificial turf as a pet project of commissioners and sports groups, which are determined to complete it as quickly as possible despite significant cost and safety concerns. “This process should have been open and inclusive,” resident Jeff Heiskell said. “The commission has ignored our concerns, and instead relied upon obscure studies from other countries and sales material from turf manufacturers for information. Our Public Information Office has assumed the role of spin doctor, PHOTO BY NICK LEWANDOWSKI referring to ‘field enhancements’ rather than Despite protests from residents, dirt is being moved at Mt. Lebanon’s Middle and Wildcat ‘artificial turf.’” fields in preparation for artificial turf. SEE TURF PAGE 3

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SEVERAL RUN UNOPPOSED ON ELECTION BALLOT By Terri Johnson Staff writer tjohnson@thealmanac.net

Even though the Nov. 4 general election will see voters select a governor, that, and the bid for lieutenant governor, may be the only hotlycontested races on the ballot in the South Hills. Unlike the presidential election where the president and vice president run together, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania splits lieutenant governor and governor into two separate races. For governor, voters will select incumbent Gov. Tom Corbett, 65, a Republican from Shaler Township, or Democrat Tom Wolf, also 65, of Mt. Wolf. The term is four years with an annual salary of $187,256. Mark Wolosik, division manager of the Allegheny County Elections Department, predicts a voter turnout of about 45 percent for the 892,916 registered county voters. He bases the prediction on the previous turnouts for the last four gubernatorial elections spanning 16 years. The highest turnout was 52.3 percent in 2006 for the election of incumbent Democrat Ed Rendell and challenger Republican Lynn Swan. The lowest, a turnout of 42.5 percent, was in 2002 when Rendell beat Republican D. Michael Fisher, Wolosik said. In Washington County, Larry Spahr, director of elections, is also predicting a turnout of about 45 percent of the 140,000 registered

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“I asked for a materials safety data sheet for both the turf bid we accepted, and for all the “Ultimately our staff decided not to provide all the (materials safety data bids,” she said. “Ultimately our staff decided sheets) because they didn’t feel it was relevant. I asked about flame retardants not to provide all the MSDS sheets because they didn’t feel it was relevant. I asked about flame and static applications. When I asked questions, the response I received over retardants and static applications. When I asked and over was ‘I don’t know, I’m not a turf expert.’” questions, the response I received over and over – Mt. Lebanon Commissioner Kelly Fraasch was ‘I don’t know, I’m not a turf expert.’” Fraasch said she asked for a roll call vote on the project so commissioners would have ies feature limited sample sizes and differences nosed with blood cancers such as lymphoma. It to “own” their decision. “I was not going to let in methodology that hamper comparability. sparked a call from New Jersey Congressman them bully me into a yes vote,” she said, to an Most importantly, turf opponents say, there Frank Pallone for an official study of artificial enthusiastic round of applause. are no studies involving young children similar turf’s impact on athletes. Fraasch urged rally attendees to get involved to those who will be playing on Mt. Lebanon’s Commissioner Kelly Fraasch, the only Mt. in the political process to shut the project down. fields. Young children are inherently vulnerable Lebanon commissioner to vote against the turf “Contact your county council person, your to chemical exposures due to their physiology. project, echoed those concerns when she ad- congressman. We need to stand firm on this isA recent NBC News report added further fuel dressed the crowd. She accused the commis- sue as leaders, not followers. There is nothing to the fire after noting a number of young soccer sion and municipal staff of moving forward wrong with saying ‘I might be wrong, let’s go goalies playing on artificial turf have been diag- without proper due diligence. back and make sure we’re right.’”

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DESPITE CRITICS, MT. LEBANON PANEL STANDS FIRM ON TURF tion notwithstanding, he didn’t feel the NBC story warranted halting the project. “A lot of For The Almanac you who haven’t researched this issue as much writer@thealmanac.net as we on the commission have probably found Mt. Lebanon commissioners endured a fu- it quite frightening,” he said. “But this is not sillade of criticism at the Oct. 27 meeting, as new information to us. We’ve seen over a dozen residents once again took to the microphone to studies that have said turf is safe.” He added that it would be up to individual protest the municipality’s installation of artififamilies to decide whether to use the turf. cial turf at Middle and Wildcat fields. Despite Commission president Linfante invited the opposition, commissioners steadfastly remunicipal engineer Dan Deiseroth to address fused to reconsider the project. flooding concerns. By now, most of the opposition’s arguments He explained that the turfed fields will inare well-worn: potential health risks from clude a filtration system that will store water crumb rubber infill components; the possibility beneath the field for a period of time before alof increased flooding in nearby neighborhoods; lowing it to leave the site. According to Deiseand whether the $750,000 municipal share of roth, the system has been designed to hold all the project couldn’t be put to better use else- the rainwater from a two-year storm event. He where – such as funding improvements to local said state regulatory authorities had approved roads. the design, and that it would actually improve Opponents of the turf project, which broke storm water management in the area compared ground earlier this month, were energized by a to present conditions. rally on Oct. 26 and an NBC News story prob“Currently, the soil allows very little infiltraing possible links between artificial turf materi- tion of water,” he said. “The area was filled a als and cancer. long time ago and at this point the underlying Still, the four commissioners who backed the soil will not accept water.” project stood firm. Linfante added that although the design inWhen a resident asked Steve Silverman, cludes a zinc filtration system, the level of zinc Dave Brumfield, John Bendel and commission contained in turf materials does not pose a president Kristen Linfante whether they still threat to humans. Rather, the filtration system felt it “wise” to move ahead with the project, all is designed to protect nearby aquatic life. four said yes. Kelly Fraasch, who has opposed She said that the turf product Mt. Lebanon the project from the start, reiterated her no selected satisfied standards set by both the Envote. vironmental Protection Agency and California’s Brumfield said that increased media atten- stringent Title 22 regulations.

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For the second time in as many The unidentified pedestrian was weeks, a driver who allegedly struck taken to UPMC Mercy Hospital with a pedestrian and left the scene was serious injuries. arrested by Mt. Lebanon police. On Oct. 28, Mt. Lebanon police Chief Coleman McDonough said a arrested 55-year-old Madeline Panfemale pedestrian was struck around arello of Brentwood. 5:00 p.m., Oct. 23 in the 900 block of Panarello was arraigned by DisMcNeilly Road. trict Justice Gary Zyra on charges of Following the accident, the vehicle Panarello accidents involving death or personfled the scene, travelling east on Mcal injury, immediate notice of acciNeilly Road. dent to police department and careless driving.

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A 17-year-old special education student at Bethel Park High School has been suspended for nine days after he posted a SnapChat “selfie” with a confederate flag with the words “they should all hang” superimposed on the picture. The Caucasian male was allegedly punched twice by an African-American female student Oct. 22 after a “racial bullying meeting” that the family’s attorney said was more like a “pep rally” and excluded a majority of the school body. After the altercation, the student went home and posted the photo to the “self-destruct” social media photo sharing service SnapChat. “I never meant for it to be racist or anything – I never meant for anyone to hang, I meant (the flags),” the junior classman told KDKA. The student’s father, Joseph Pusateri, said the district has singled out his son as a racist without proper evidence. “Kids are listening to a lot of country music these days and kind of acting like rednecks and stuff like that,” Pusateri told KDKA. The student’s lawyer, Karen Ubranik-Gangine, said Pusateri is being denied due process and school security cameras have video footage of the altercation involving the female student. Urbanik-Gangine said her client has attention deficit disorder and learning disabilities. “Mr. Pusateri was taken into the principal’s office (Oct. 23) and his parents were called

to pick him up. They weren’t told why, they weren’t told about the assault on their son,” Urbanik-Gangine said. “The father started asking why the photo had anything to do with school policy. As for the video, we’re being stonewalled. We’ve asked to see that as well as schedule a meeting, required by federal law, to evaluate the punishment given to a student with special education needs. That’s scheduled for Oct. 31, six days into his punishment for which we don’t even know is valid.” “My client is looking to be vindicated, and we’re looking to solve the situation amicably, but if the boy is cast as a scapegoat or the district is found to be stepping over the line, we’ll take appropriate action,” she said. District spokeswoman Vicki Flotta said anyone in the district is prohibited by law from publicly discussing any matter involving student discipline. It’s not clear if the female student has been disciplined.

COUNCIL’S PRELIMINARY BUDGET HOLDS MILLAGE RATE STEADY By Susan Schmeichel For The Almanac writer@thealmanac.net

Bethel Park Council held two public hearings Oct. 27 to discuss two different issues. During the first hearing, Joe Villella, finance director, presented the 2015 preliminary budget. The proposed budget of $38,694,322 holds the real estate tax millage at 2.32 mills and also holds the sewage utilization fees at the current rate. There will be no changes to municipal services under the proposed budget, Villella said. However, it does include a large increase to the snow and ice removal budget. That increase is necessitated by the considerable increase in the cost of supplies brought on by the difficult winter of 2014, he said. Another change in the proposed budget is the creation of the fire department fund. The newly-established fund within the municipal budget is for the deposit and allocation of the .34 mills of real estate tax revenue designated for the operation of the fire company and the debt service payments on the new fire station. The proposed preliminary budget is avail-

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The Bethel Park School Board is expected to approve the administration’s recommendation that ninth-grade students once again be allowed to join the high school marching band. For several years, band membership was restricted to students in grades 10, 11 and 12. If approval is given, ninth-graders will be given the option to become band members. The change would begin with the 2015-2016 school year. Superintendent Nancy Aloi Rose assured board members that the change would not require additional staffing.

“(Staff members) from other buildings are already involved with the band,” she said. Rose told board members the district has enough uniforms to add additional members to the band. The ninth-grade students would not be included in the high school band’s annual trip, but would participate in a separate ninthgrade trip. Board member Pam Dobos asked that administrators report back to the board next year after the inclusion of the younger students. “When the ninth grade was (originally) removed, I remember that it was a question of maturity,” Dobos said. Along with approving the change to the band, board members, at a meeting scheduled for

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Oct. 28, are expected to approve renovations planned for George Washington Elementary School and the district administration building. Matthew Howard, assistant to the superintendent/finance and operations, said the scope of work at the elementary school will be similar to the renovations done last year at Neil Armstrong Middle School. Work will be focused on the HVAC system and the lighting system, and will include some replacement of ceilings and carpeting. A majority of the work will be done during student breaks, Howard said. District employees will be doing the renovations at the administration building, which will be minor, mostly the rearranging of some walls, he said.

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A district committee, which had been researching a new computer system for the district, gave a presentation and made its recommendation that the district purchase SunGard K-12 as the new student information and learning management system. The system will replace several other programs, which track items such as student progress, attendance and information. Committee members said it was their unanimous decision to recommend the SunGard system. In addition, changing to the new system would result in a large cost savings for the district, said Ron Reyer Jr., director of technology. No decision was made on the recommendation, but the board is expected to approve it at a later date.

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THIS MOTHER SAYS, ‘BACK IT UP SANTA!’ By Eileen Wacker I’ve just finished back to school and all the associated challenges and events for my four kids, aged 11 through 16. I’ve attended back to school nights, sports orientations and signed all the “I promise to be a reasonable sports parent” forms. Homework, instruments and games have started, and I even brought snacks yesterday for the team. I already have the dates for the parent conferences. With the overloaded routine approaching insanity … the thought of holidays pushes me toward the edge. I am the holiday CEO (Chief Entertainment Officer), organizing the food, presents, traditions, clothes, travel, kennels, house sitters and more. As a mom, I feel great pressure to make the holidays special and fun. I’m the torchbearer of the traditions, either struggling to maintain cherished ones or create new ones for our family. Holidays are the basis of some of the happiest childhood memories. This translates into big expectations and PRESSURE. The good news is when I let it happen, my children bring back the magic of the holidays! It’s very easy to get caught up in their joy as each day gets marked off the calendar. The kids are working out what they will be for Halloween and planning their candy collection routes. But before

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the Halloween candy is even stale, the stores are gearing up for the holiday season. I have written a skit I think one of the late night Jimmys should put on. I’ve named it “Back It Up Santa.” The cast could be as follows: an assembly of ghosts, witches and fairies representing Halloween. Multiple turkeys, pilgrims and Indians could represent Thanksgiving. There would be a giant menorah with candleholder arms. And, there would be a few moms. Everyone present would have a say about Santa. A very mad turkey would yell, “Back up fatso! You have your own holiday in a month, stay out of mine!” The menorah would scream, “Any adult who perpetrates a threat of coal for a gift to children is just mean. And your big red suit and ugly beard scare the children. No one wants to sit on your lap!” Halloween would be up next. The Halloween characters would crowd around Santa and threaten, “If you decorate one more store in October, we’ll send you into the afterlife! You’re nothing but a holiday hijacker!” Lastly, as a mom, I would get my chance to vent the loudest. “Christmas is a time of joy, but you are making it too commercialized. We want happy memories, not more pressure on shopping. Stop introducing new Christmas shopping initiatives like Black Friday and cyber Monday. I’m too

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tired and it’s actually dangerous at Walmart! People are getting hurt! Come on Santa! Get some control over Christmas!” I have one last gripe about Mr. North Pole. In second grade, my son approached me and asked earnestly, “Mom, please tell me the truth so I don’t look stupid on the playground. Is there a Santa Claus or is it really you and Dad?” Since he is the third of our four children, his older siblings knew the truth, but we wanted to preserve the Christmas magic for the youngest ones as long as possible. I hesitated as I was debating wildly how to respond. Finally I said, “Okay, as long as you keep the magic of Christmas alive, I’ll tell you. Mom and Dad are Santa.” He shuffled his feet and said, “Oh…” and started to walk away. Then he turned around and said, “Thank goodness for the Tooth Fairy and Easter Bunny.” The elf on a shelf has made huge inroads into your fan base. He is very popular with children. So do all of us moms a favor and back it up Santa, and we’ll keep your magic alive! Eileen Wacker, a Harvard Business School graduate, has lived and worked in seven different countries, including the United States. Wacker is also the multiple award winning author of the Fujimini Adventure Series for children and the upcoming book for women, “The Mom’s Code.”

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Despite outreach from the state attorney general’s office to area school districts and countless news stories of bullying and physical assault, teenagers are still making mistakes on social media that could cost them careers, land them in jail, or worse. The latest case involves SnapChat, an application whose deceptive promise of self-destructing photos and text messages are being countered by other applications whose sole purpose is to save the salacious or otherwise racy images. A Bethel Park High School student recently made an error in judgement by posting a picture of himself in front of a Confederate flag with the words “let them hang” superimposed on the picture. The 17-year-old Caucasion male did it after he was allegedly assaulted by an African-American peer. That student had supposedly just left a meeting on racial bullying. According to the father of the male student, who reportedly has special-education needs, his son meant “let them hang,” as a reference to the flags themselves. But, the mired history of the flag’s use as a counter-culture symbol of a rebel or southern sympathizer leaves a plausible and convenient double-reference to people as the subject of hanging. While the altercation and the actual meaning implied are topics for the school district and the parties’ attorneys, if the student didn’t post what could be viewed as a retaliatory action, he could have been simply explaining what happened to him instead of facing a nine-day school suspension. SnapChat, Twitter and even Facebook are all media platforms that emphasize the ephemeral over the permanent, and focus on the convenience of instantaneous access over substantive communication. What gets lost for teens is, despite the fleeting feeling of a post tumbling down the timeline, those pictures and comments are often archived or otherwise saved by those you’d least want saving your data. While the government is undoubtedly cataloging and storing your data, it’s a jealous ex-flame or a vindictive rival whose wrath you should fear the most when it comes to digital payback. And the worst part is that you don’t know who could have your information once it’s sent out. It’s naive to think parents can control their teens’ actions on social media. But educating them to be more proactive, not less, is the key. Telling teens about social media is becoming a conversation as old-fashioned as drugs, alcohol and the birds and the bees. What parents should do is start encouraging responsible and active social media usage. Start treating social media less like a diary and more like a permanent record of an open forum. It’s okay to say what you mean, so long as you mean what you say, and know others aren’t always taking the same approach. It’s a funny feeling being left out in the digital world; that you’re not contributing to the gossip or know what’s happening to whom. But in the larger picture, journalists, comedians and now teenagers can follow the practical advice of “Late Late Show” host Craig Ferguson: “Ask yourself three things before you (post anything): ‘Does this need to be said? Does this need to be said by me? Does this need to be said by me now?” Unless those three questions are all answered with a resounding “Yes,” go get the diary.

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USC SCHOOL BOARD MAY REFINANCE BONDS Patel, Julia K. Pfatteicher, Teja S. Polisetty, Lauren Schoeppner, Alexis L. Scott, Sriparna Sen, For The Almanac Deepikaa Sriram, Kelley A. Stehura, Jonathan W. writer@thealmanac.net Summers, Brian Tsui, Brooks W. Wilding, Olivia After members of the High School Chanteclairs Wright and Jeffrey C. Zhang. The board also heard comments from Frosina sang the national anthem to open its Oct. 27 regular meeting, the Upper St. Clair School Board Cordisco, director of business and finance, and recognized the district’s National Merit Scholar- Mike Bova of Boenning & Scattergood about a bond refinancing opportunity. Cordisco told the ship Semifinalists and Commended Students. Upper St. Clair’s National Merit 2015 semifi- board that market conditions are favorable for nalists are John B. Benhart, Ananya W. Cleetus, refinancing 2009 bonds, which are callable Jan. Dilanka T. Dharmasena, Rishabh Kewalramani, 15, 2015. She estimated a five percent savings by Madeline E. Kulp, Melissa Levine, Eliana M. On- refinancing, money she recommended be used to lower the district’s debt servicing. drejko and Tony Wang. Bova told the board that if strong market conThe district’s National Merit 2015 commended students are Morgan C. Cook, Domenick J. ditions continued to hold, a potential savings of D’Amico, Julia de la Parra, Douglas K. Hapeman, $243,000 could be realized. He said it was possiJeff W. Huo, Brian J. Kaplan, Riley O. Kohler, ble that a bond purchase agreement could be preMeredith McDonough, Charles R. Mertz, Kevin sented in November or December to lock in rates. P. Monpara, Deepika P. Narayanan, Shivani N. In a unanimous vote, the board approved

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POLICE ARREST WOMAN 21 YEARS AFTER RETAIL THEFT A New Jersey woman applying for United States citizenship arrived at the Upper St. Clair police station at 9 a.m. Oct. 24 to ascertain whether a criminal charge from 1993 was clear so she could proceed with the application. Instead, the woman, Asceneth Dominquez DeCrespo, no age given, learned there was a warrant for her arrest and she was

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During a brief special meeting of the Peters Township School Board Oct. 27, the board unanimously hired April Ragland as the new Dean of Students at the high school. No effective date was given. The position will replace the second assistant principal at the high school following the departure of Jason Marvin, who resigned shortly after he began his duties in September. Marvin returned to his previous position as assistant principal at Ringgold High School. Ragland will be paid $80,000. She previously worked in the Pittsburgh Public Schools, spending the past 11 years as a special education teacher and clinical resident instructor. She led the district-wide, in-service training sessions and the new teacher mentor programs. In her new job, Ragland will focus on staff training and support. Ragland earned a bachelor’s degree in English from John Carroll University and a master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh in special education. Currently, she is working on obtaining her principal certification from Point Park University. The special meeting occurred about 35 minutes into a monthly police committee meeting, which was reconvened after the end of the special meeting. Board members Rebecca Bowman and Sue Smith were absent.

BOYER ROAD INTERSECTION TO GET NEW SIGN By Terri Johnson Staff writer tjohnson@thealmanac.net

When the Whispering Pines development is built out, residents along Boyer Road are expecting traffic problems, including trucks attempting to make a left turn on to Bebout Road at the more easterly intersection. During an Oct. 27 meeting of Peters Township Council, township engineer Mark Zemetis suggested several options, including installing a no left turn sign for trucks – and the option of doing nothing. Another option was to rebuilt the current westerly intersection that could cost $75,000 to $90,000. That estimate would not include property acquisition. In the 1940s, Boyer Road was a state road, at least until 1946 when the state straightened the

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curves for Bebout Road. The three remnants of Boyer Road that were left were “given” to the township and have remained that way. In the 1980s, the road was widened to its current 18 feet, Zemetis said. After hearing all of the options, council agreed to try the sign before exploring other options if the sign does not alleviate the problem. Council member Megan Jones-Rolla was absent. In other action, council: • Unanimously denied a request by Donaldsons’ Crossroads Associates to place two banners at the shopping center entrances for one year in celebration of the center’s 50th anniversary. • Granted a request by the high school Interact Club to place banners and flags on the Arrowhead Trail bridge at East McMurray Road

for Veteran’s Day. The banners are expected to be in place for two weeks. Councilwoman Monica Merrell voted against the request, citing the lack of illumination at night for the flags, adding she supports honoring veterans. • Approved modifying Ironwood Estates plan that will increase the open space in the plan by 218-square feet to 1.47 acres for the 21 lots. No new lots were created. • Approved removing 10.768 acres from lot six in the Lakeshire Estates plan for inclusion in the Hamlet of Springdale plan. Lakeshire will retain the planned six lots with lot six being smaller. The Lakeshire land will be sold to the developer of Hamlet of Springdale. • Accepted public improvements in Orchard Hill Phase 2B including Cortland Drive, and Anthony Farms plan including Braeburn Drive and Wellington Circle.

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BETHEL PARK Theft: Harley Hardy, 34, who told police he is homeless, was charged with retail theft after he ran from a loss prevention officer from the Giant Eagle Market District, 7000 Oxford Drive, at 8:08 a.m. Oct. 22, police said. Hardy was arrested without incident. Theft: Ashley Queen, 30, of 670 McMurray Road, Bethel Park, was charged with retail theft and was picked up on a warrant after she fled with merchandise from Walgreens, 4900 Library Road, at 12:27 p.m. Oct. 22, police said. Firearm stolen: A firearm was reported stolen from a home on Galway Drive, Bethel Park, at 2:18 p.m. Oct. 20, police said. A description of the weapon was not listed.

CANONSBURG Paraphernalia charge: Ashley Mohr, 30, of 118 Belmont Ave., Canonsburg, will be charged by police with possession of drug paraphernalia after police found empty stamp bags of suspected heroin in her home. Police were called to the home Oct. 20 for an unresponsive woman and discovered Mohr apparently overdosed, police said. She was taken to Canonsburg Hospital for treatment. Vacant house burglarized: Police said a vacant house on First Street was burglarized. The homeowner checked the property Oct. 20, and found copper pipes were stolen from the ceiling in several rooms, police said. The homeowner told police she was at the house three days earlier.

MT. LEBANON Hit and run: A vehicle parked on Orchard Drive was struck by another vehicle whose driver fled the scene, police said. The accident was reported at 3:39 p.m. Oct. 14. Another hit and run was reported at 5:53 a.m. Oct. 15 on Kewanna Avenue. Juveniles charged: A 16-year-old boy and a 15-year-old boy were arrested at 11:45 a.m. Oct. 16 on Cochran Road. The 15-year-old was charged with simple assault, terroristic threats and disorderly conduct, police said. The 16-year-old boy was arrested for simple

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Marijuana possession: William Thomas, 56, of 1506 Middle Road, Glenshaw, was arrested for possession of marijuana on Washington Road at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 16, police said. Aggravated assault: Nicholas Ilyankoff, 55, of 602 Poplar Way, Carnegie, was charged with aggravated assault, disorderly conduct and defiant trespass on Bower Hill Road at 8:43 p.m. Oct. 17, police said. Burglary: Two apartments on Cedar Boulevard were forcibly entered before 12:39 p.m. Oct. 20, police said. Criminal mischief: Graffiti was spray painted on a tree on Parkview Drive, police said. The damage was reported at 11:43 a.m. Oct. 18. Thefts: Sports equipment was taken from school property on Broadmoor Avenue before 8:40 a.m. Oct. 14; decorations were taken from an office door on Bower Hill Road before 7:35 a.m. Oct. 15; tools were stolen from a front porch of a house on Carnegie Drive before 10:20 a.m. Oct. 15; a collection envelope was removed from a Moffett Street church before 9:50 a.m. Oct. 10; a bicycle was stolen from a front porch on Jefferson Drive before 7:48 a.m. Oct. 20; a package delivered by UPS was taken from an apartment mailroom on Mt. Lebanon Boulevard before 12:31 p.m. Oct. 20; and a scooter was removed from a front yard on Outlook Drive before 2 p.m. Oct. 19.

PETERS TOWNSHIP Theft: Kaylin Anne Lyon, 20, of 1479 Yorktown Drive, Lawrence, will be charged with theft following an incident at 11:27 a.m. Oct. 20, at Quest Diagnostics, 1015 Waterdam Plaza Drive, McMurray, township police said. Lyon was at the location for laboratory tests when she asked to use the rest room, police said. While Lyon was in the rest room, an employee went to the break room and noticed her purse on the table and her wallet missing, police said. During Lyon’s test, police said the employee found her purse on the table and her wallet on top of the purse with the money missing. When confronted, Lyon denied taking any money even though officers noticed a square bulge in her shirt. Lyon was informed

there was a female officer on duty who could conduct a search, however, and Lyon removed the money from her bra, police said. There was a warrant for her arrest through the Washington County Adult Probation office and Lyon was immediately taken to the county jail, police said. The theft charge will be sent by summons. Endangering welfare of a child: Ashlie Eads, 38, of Windsong Lane, Canonsburg, will be charged with endangering the welfare of a child and public drunkenness after she was found with a 5-year-girl and an empty bottle of pure vanilla extract in the landscaping next to a vehicle in the parking lot of MedExpress, 3840 Washington Road at 11:01 a.m. Oct. 20, township police said. The urgent care employees said Eads entered the building with a small girl but was unable to locate her insurance cards or identification after repeated attempts, police said. She left with the child and sat on the ground next to a vehicle in the lot. The employees went out and suggested Eads return and during an examination, determined she may have been under the influence of alcohol and notified police. The child was released to her father. Eads will be charged by summons. Accident: A New Eagle woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident a 12:53 p.m. Oct. 24 on Bebout Road about 300 feet south of the intersection of Boyer Road, township police said. A witness following the car told police the vehicle left the road and struck a tree. The driver, Suzanne Klingensmith, 72, of Crestview Estates was taken to Jefferson Hospital for treatment, police said. Retail theft: Christa Lynne Santee, 42, of Ridge Point Circle, Bridgeville, was charged with a felony count of retail theft and a misdemeanor count of theft after police said she stole more than $1,000 in merchandise over several days from T.J. Maxx, 3945 Washington Road, township police said. She admitted to taking the items and police determined she has multiple previous arrests for retail theft along with an outstanding arrest warrant from Allegheny County, police said. Santee was taken to the Allegheny County Jail on the arrest warrant, police said.

SOUTH FAYETTE Tools stolen: Plumbing tools were stolen from a truck on a job site on Millers Run Road, township police said. The theft was reported at 1:39 p.m. Oct. 23. The tools are valued at about $4,000. Criminal mischief: An arrow was shot into the side of an above-ground pool on Mohawk Road causing about $1,000 in damages, police said. The incident was reported at 4:25 p.m. Oct. 24.

UPPER ST. CLAIR Watches stolen: Two watches, no value listed, were stolen from an unlocked vehicle parked in the drive of a residence on Spring Meadow Drive, township police said. The theft was reported at 7 a.m. Oct. 21. Wallet missing: A man said he placed a wallet on the counter of Dick’s Sporting Goods, 301 South Hills Village Drive, and when he returned a short time later, the wallet was gone, police said. No value of the wallet or contents was listed. The theft was reported at 1:12 p.m. Oct. 22. Underage drinking party: Police responded to a gathering of people outside in the 1500 block of Scenery Ridge Drive at 8 p.m. Oct. 25, and when officers arrived, people ran, police said. Found in the yard and road were 36 cans of beer and one bottle of rum. Two vehicles entered: Two unlocked vehicles on Locust Lane were entered and money, gift cards and sunglasses were taken, police said. The theft was reported at 7:54 a.m. Oct. 26. GPS stolen: A global positioning system was removed from an unlocked vehicle on Fort Couch Road, police said. The theft was reported at 5:20 p.m. Oct. 26. Items stolen: A vehicle was entered while parked on Howard Drive and a bookbag with mail, magazines and bank statements was taken, police said. All of the items were recovered in the nearby trash with the exception of the bookbag and bank statements. The theft was reported at 6:37 p.m. Oct. 26.

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community news WATER LINE BREAK CLOSES BOYCE ROAD after about 200 people were left without water or low pressure. The line ruptured around 5 Multimedia reporter a.m. Oct. 27, buckling Boyce Road. dsinger@thealmanac.net “Customers (were affected) in the followAfter Pennsylvania American Water crews fin- ing areas: Collier Township, Cuddy, Oakdale, ished repairing a water main that had broken South Fayette Township, Upper St. Clair, BridOct. 27, another break overnight Oct. 28 forced geville and surrounding areas. Customers can bring containers to a water buffalo staged at the closure of Boyce Road for a second day. “Boyce Road, between Mayview and Hunt- Boyce Plaza off of Boyce Road to fill for drinking Ridge Roads, will remain closed throughout ing water, and there will an additional buffalo (Oct. 28). We expect all work to be finished by stationed at the 7/11 on Boyce Road,” spokesmidnight Oct. 28,” spokesman Gary Lobaugh woman Josephine Posti said. South Fayette police said the road may resaid. Crews originally worked to repair a 36” line main closed until Oct. 30.

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At Baldwin United Presbyterian Church, an Oktoberfest dinner will be held at 5 p.m. Nov. 1, featuring pot roast, applesauce, desserts and refreshments. Adults are $10, children 5-12 are $5 and children under 5 are free. To make a reservation, call 412-653-1400.

AFSCME Retired Chapter 13 sub-chapter #8402 will meet at 12:30 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Frank Sarris Public Library, Canonsburg. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month except January and February.

SENIOR FITNESS The following senior fitness classes are offered at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair: • Gentle Yoga for seniors, 6-7 p.m. Mondays and 10:15-11:15 a.m. Wednesdays, Oct. 29-Dec. 17. Cost is $63. Call 412-8356630 or visit www.westminster-church.org. • Arthritis Foundation Exercise, 11:15 a.m.12:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 4-Dec. 16. Cost is $35. • Tai Chi, 12:15-1:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 4-Dec. 16. Cost is $35. Call Kathy at 412-835-6630 ext. 200 or visit www.westminster-church.org.

ADULT INTEREST CENTER The Adult Interest Center at Southminster Presbyterian Church, Mt. Lebanon, offers programs on Fridays, September-June, beginning at 11 a.m. that are free and open to the public. Lunch is served at noon at a cost of $6. Reservations are not required. On Nov. 7, learn What’s New at Clayton. “Tour” this historic landmark from your chair and hear about the new additions to the grounds of this historic home.

At Bethany Lutheran Church, Bethel Park, a Babies & Toddler Bible Group will be held from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Sundays in the Nursery, combining music, stories and activities that will introduce babies through preschoolers to God’s word. The new “Mommy & Me” style program is part of the church’s Sunday school and open to the public. Registration is not required. Parents must stay with their children. For more information, call 412-835-9221. At Bethel Presbyterian Church, the Bethel Presbyterian Women will hold its HolidayA-Fair luncheon from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 8, featuring more than 40 vendors selling handcrafted items, a bake sale, drawings and gift baskets. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. with a choice of three salads, rolls, dessert and beverage for $7. Proceeds will be distributed to women’s charities, including South Hills Interfaith Ministry (SHIM), Family Promise, Pregnancy Resource Center, East End Cooperative Ministries, Shelter for Battered Women and Presbyterian national and international disaster relief work. The Bible Chapel, McMurray, holds a dinner and study on Wednesdays. Dinner is at 5 p.m. followed by classes at 6:30. Dinner is $6/ person or $20/family. For more information or to register, visit www.biblechapel.org.

At Canonsburg U.P. Church, the annual Arts & Crafts Bazaar and Ham Loaf Luncheon is set for Nov. 6 in Fellowship Hall. Craft and bake sale begin at 10 a.m. Lunch is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is $8. Proceeds benefit Kids4Camp. Lunch reservations are encouraged. Call 724-745-0800. At Christ United Methodist Church, Bethel Park, the youth group will sell pumpkins through Oct. 31 at the edge of church property. Pumpkins may be purchased any time of day. Proceeds benefit the youth mission trip. • All Saints fall concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 1, featuring Mendelssohn’s “Elijah” sung by the Chancel Choir with a professional orchestra. This two-hour concert honors those who have died in the past year. Donations made in memory of a loved one will be recognized in the program. An offering will be taken. For more information, visit www.christumc.net. At First Bethel United Methodist Church, Bethel Park, a spirited Jazz Service is offered at 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of every month, featuring pianist Haywood Vincent, bassist Phil Silvato and Bethel Park’s own Dale Hertrick on sax. The trio weaves music around a message and communion by Pastor Tom Barnicott. For more information, call 412-8350700. At John McMillan Presbyterian Church, Bethel Park, an Installation Service for its new senior pastor, the Rev. Jeff Tindall, will take place at 3 p.m. Nov. 2. A reception will follow the service.

At Southminster Presbyterian Church, Mt. Lebanon, a Community Bible Study meets from 7-8:35 p.m. Mondays. Open to all. No previous Biblical knowledge required. For more information, call John at 412-600-8756. At South Hills Church of the Nazarene, Bethel Park, DivorceCare Ministries will offer a seminar titled “Surviving the Holidays” from 7-9 p.m. Nov. 6 at the church to help those who are separated or divorced get through the holidays. Minimal charge for seminar materials. Scholarships available for those unable to pay. Call 412-831-6333 with questions. At St. Gregory Byzantine Catholic Church, Upper St. Clair, a limited number of tickets are being sold for its Fashion Show/ Salad Buffet, which will take place 11:30 a.m.3 p.m. Nov. 8, featuring fashions by Phyllis. Tickets are $20. For more information, call Nancy Romza at 724-745-2274 or Lois Griffith at 412-854-0853. At Trinity United Methodist Church, 530 Center Church Rd., McMurray, the annual spaghetti dinner and bake sale will be held 4-7:30 p.m. Nov. 8 in Fellowship Hall. Dinner is $7/adult and $4/child ages 4-12. Children under the age of 4 are free. Choice of meat or vegetarian sauce. Take-outs will be available. Proceeds benefit Trinity’s outreach ministries, including the Appalachia Service Project, a Christian ministry in which adult and youth volunteers repair homes for those in need in Central Appalachia. Additionally, about 200 meals will be prepared and donated to the Peters Township Meals on Wheels program.

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said assistant principal Aaron Skrbin. Some of the event contributors were husband Multimedia reporter and wife Francis and Maneesha Cleetus, who dsinger@thealmanac.net brought illustrations and their personal collecAs the Diwali celebration of lights started in tion of Bollywood movies. “This collection, ‘Wish Your Mouth Had a India, so did the “Evening in India” inside the Backspace Key,’ was published here in AmeriSouth Fayette High School gymnasium, where student organizers danced, sang and sampled ca,” Francis said as he pointed to a book of comic strips depicting the foibles of interactions in cusfood along with about 100 tomer service call centers. others on Oct. 23. Maneesha, a collector of Proposed by Meghan Bollywood films, said the Banerjee, a junior at South Indian-produced films are DAVID SINGER / STAFF Fayette, the event celeoften looked upon as genre brated the growing Indian Sruthi Muluk and Sanjana Adurty performed a traditional dance. films because of their nearpopulation in the district. universal themes. Banerjee choreographed a “It’s the melodrama. EvBollywood-style line dance ery 10 minutes you’re blubwith several of her classmates to close out the eveDAVID SINGER / STAFF bering like an idiot crying ning before students sang Francis Cleetus holds one of his two because of the appeal to emotions. And that’s a retraditional prayer songs to published comic collections. flection of culture, that it’s the remover of obstacles, OK to cry in public. Family Ganesh, the elephantheaded god, and played intricate drumming pat- ties are very strong in India,” Maneesha said. “But Bollywood has evolved. You have all terns on tablas. “I wanted everyone to learn something new, sorts of movies now, action, docudramas in adto bring the community together and acknowl- dition to romance and the soap opera-style draedge the growing Indian population here,” Ba- mas. But in the ’70s, it was almost a consistent DAVID SINGER / STAFF DAVID SINGER / STAFF formula you’d see in every movie, the ‘lost and nerjee said. Meghan Banerjee (right), organizer of the Krishna Karuppiah serves up chicken tikka “I’m very proud of the fact that this entire found’ trope, where you would have a family go event, also choreographed a Bollywood- masala, along with samosas and rice with event was student-organized. Meghan went to somewhere and they would get separated by a style dance with her classmates. yogurt sauce. student government and they just rolled with it,” dramatic event and then come back together.”

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TRANSMITTER BRACELET CAN HELP LOCATE MISSING PEOPLE By Terri Johnson Staff writer tjohnson@thealmanac.net

One of the worst fears caregivers face is when their loved one – an adult or a child – wanders away. In the next few weeks, Project Lifesaver will be implemented through the Allegheny County District Attorney’s office to help track, with a frequency signal emitted by a bracelet, an individual who goes missing. Recently, two officers in the South Fayette Police Department earned certification to operate the system and are ready to respond when an individual – referred to as a client by Project Lifesaver – is lost. Officers Mike Blocher and Bryan Monyak spent two days in mid-September in training sessions. There are about 40 certified responders in Allegheny County affiliated with 16 police departments. The system is expected to be operational by the end of October, said Tom Swan, deputy district attorney in Allegheny County. The South Fayette Police Department was selected to participate because of its location in southern Allegheny County, said police Chief John Phoennik. Swan said the project is funded completed through drug forfeiture money and does not involve any taxpayer dollars. The service is free to the clients and their families. Currently, about 40 clients are registered with about half of those elderly and the other half with some type

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Officer Mike Blocher demonstrates the Project Lifesaver transmitter, which can track up to one and a half miles. of cognitive disorder, Swan said. The response has been so great, Swan said he had to order additional bracelets. Blocher and Monyak will be on call around the clock. The concept is relatively simple – a client is fitted with a thin white bracelet, usually worn

on the dominant wrist to make removing the bracelet more difficult, Blocher said. The bracelet holds a small transmitter operated by a battery that is set to a distinctive radio frequency. If the client wanders away, the caregiver notifies the district attorney’s office and the emergency responders are notified.

“If they wander, we put their (radio frequency) in the receiver and we hear a chirp,” Blocher said as he demonstrated the receiver in Phoennik’s office. “The louder (the chirp) is, the closer they are.” The receiver’s range is up to a mile and a half. “If they wander, we go to the last location where they were seen and we do a 360 (degree turn) until we hear a chirp,” Blocher said. Once a chirp is received, the responders follow an almost grid-like area until the chirp is louder. “When we get closer, we like to have the caregiver near as well,” Blocher said. The receiver works on a nine-volt battery with an extra battery available when the responders are in the field. Phoennik, who has a 53-year-old sister with special needs and knows the importance of providing every level of protection and security, said when he was approached by Swan he jumped at the chance to help. According to Project Lifesaver’s website, the nonprofit organization was founded in 1998. Its motto is “Bringing Loved Ones Home” and lists offering added protection to those with autism, Down syndrome, Alzheimer’s, dementia or other cognitive conditions.

For more information, caregivers or guardians may call Swan at 412-350-4401. If the client is eligible, the name will be placed on a waiting list until additional bracelets are received.

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SATURDAY SOCIAL Yes, You Can Dance! and the Township of Upper St. Clair will hold a Saturday Social for ages 60 and up. The event will take place 2-4 p.m. Nov. 1 at the Community & Recreation Center at Boyce Mayview Park, Upper St. Clair. There will be dance hosts so no partner is needed. Cost of $8/person includes disc jockey and light refreshments. There will also be a special performance by Yes, You Can Dance! TO REGISTER, VISIT THE C&RC IN PERSON OR WWW.TWPUSC.ORG. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL CHAZ MCCROMMON AT 412-221-1099 EXT. 603.

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Producers Jude and Shirley Pohl announce the opening of their latest show, “The Game Show Murders,” Oct. 25 at their Crowne Plaza Cabaret Dinner Theatre. Other performances will take place Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 7 and 8. This interactive murder mystery takes place during the taping of the popular TV game show “Stump the Stars” and stars Pohl regulars Bill Slivka, Anita Spano, Gary Baughman, John and Carol Ann Schussler as well as newcomers Michele Prokopchak and Rev. CjE Haury. All performances are at 8 p.m. with a buffet dinner served at 6:30. Price of the dinner theatre package is $40 (includes tax and tip). TO MAKE RESERVATIONS (REQUIRED), CALL POHL PRODUCTIONS AT 724-746-1178.

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DIA DE LOS MUERTOS (DAY OF THE DEAD)

For one Sunday only, Nov. 2, the Oliver Miller Homestead in South Park will be open from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Experience the Homestead at dusk with candles and lanterns lighting the way. In November of 1794, the Miller family was deeply involved in the events of the Whiskey Rebellion. Visitors will see gentlemen discussing politics around the fire while the women practice stitchery and knitting in the Log House while sharing neighborhood news. Spinning, weaving and cooking will be demonstrated at the Stone House. Guests will learn to start a fire with a striker and flint and how to make balls for shooting. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW. OLIVERMILLER.ORG OR CALL 412-835-1554.

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International medical relief agency Global Links will celebrate the traditions of the Mexican holiday “Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead)” and the works of Global Links from 8 p.m.-midnight Nov. 1 at its international headquarters in Green Tree. In Mexico, Nov. 1 is a day of celebration and remembrance of departed loved ones. Global Links will honor these traditions with an evening of food, cocktails, art and entertainment. Enjoy delicious Latin American cuisine from local chefs, crowd favorite cervezas, delicious vino and wickedly good vodka punch. Guests are invited to attend in their most extravagant costume or dress in the Dia De Los Muertos colors of orange, red, yellow, purple or pink. Decorate a traditional sugar skull to take home, or add a photo of a passed loved one to the Global Links altar honoring and celebrating those who have gone before. Funds raised will support the life-saving work of Global Links. Tickets - $100/person or $1,000/table - are on sale at www.globallinks.brownpapertickets.com. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 412-361-3424 EXT. 203.

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Listen Locally returns to the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall for its third season with a mixed media salute to iconic film auteur and comic genius Charlie Chaplin. “Tom Roberts Charlie Chaplin Silent Picture Show” opens the series in the Music Hall at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30. An internationally regarded proponent of early jazz piano, Roberts has composed new scores for two of Chaplin’s earliest works, both of which will be performed at Carnegie Carnegie Hall. The program will feature “The Rink” (1916), “The Pawn Shop” (1916) and conclude with “Kid Auto Races at Venice” (2014). Roberts, who will provide introductory commentary for the films, will be joined by clarinetist Marybeth Mallick for the performance. A coffee and dessert reception with the musicians will follow the program. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased at the box office on Oct. 30. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.CARNEGIECARNEGIE.ORG OR CALL 412-2763456 EXT. 6.

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Beverly Heights Christian Preschool, Mt. Lebanon, offers a one- or two-day-per-week kindergarten enrichment class that incorporates literature, art, science, phonics and fun. Afternoon classes are available. Spaces fill quickly. Call Karen Sourbeer at 412-561-7200 for more information.

Christ United Methodist Church, Bethel Park, will hold its annual Holiday Craft Fair from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 1, featuring 55 tri-state area crafters. Lunch and refreshments available throughout the day and a silent auction with items donated by each of the crafters will be held. Proceeds benefit Prime Time Adult Care.

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GENEALOGY SOCIETY The Genealogy Society of Southwestern Pennsylvania will present Beginning Genealogy at 2 p.m. Nov. 1 at Citizens Library, Washington.

LENSSHOOTER’S A deadline of Nov. 10 has been set for digital images to be submitted for Western Pennsylvania Lensshooter’s camera club’s meeting, which will be held at 7 p.m. Nov. 12 at Peters Township Public Library. Photographer Jeanine Leech of South Park will show images and discuss her book, “Magic Light and the Dynamic Landscape.” This month’s photo theme is fall foliage. Submit digital images to Dave Tauch at dtauch127@gmail.com.

USC COTERIE The Upper St. Clair Coterie luncheon will be held Nov. 13 at LeMont restaurant, Mt. Washington. Darlene Hannes will present a program on debit and credit card fraud and discuss ways to shop safe this holiday season. For more information, call 724-745-4206.

HOLIDAY VENDOR SHOW Washington Women’s Business Network (WBN) will hold its Holiday Vendor Show from 1-4 p.m. Nov. 2 at Hungry Jose’s, South Main Street, Washington. Vendors include Pampered Chef, Mary Kay, Gold Canyon Candles, Silpada, Tupperware, Pink Zebra, Miraculous Me! Oils, Thirty-One Gifts, Origami Owl Custom Jewelry, Melaleuca and Jamberry Nails. Massages will be available at $30/25 minutes. Wine tasting and Chinese auction. Fifty percent of the proceeds will benefit Sister to Sister. For more information, call Tracy Eisenman at 724-263-0304.

Nov. 6-11 at the Old USC Recreation Center on McLaughlin Run Road (next to 3-Hole Golf). Original fine art and hand-crafted items from local artists. Hours are 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Monday and Tuesday, and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. A percentage of all sales go torward USC College Scholarship Awards.

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Carnegie, will hold its annual Christmas bazaar from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 7-8, featuring holiday crafts, gifts, decorations, bake goods, pierogies and homemade soups. Eat in or take out. Proceeds help fund church projects including a food pantry for East Carnegie residents and the Evergreen project. For more information, call 412-279-3615.

VENDOR SHOW Holy Rosary Church in Muse will sponsor a Craft and Vendor Show from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Nov. 8 in the New Hall. Food will be sold and the Christian Mothers will have a bake sale. Proceeds will benefit the CCD Program.

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Canonsburg U.P. Church will hold its annual Arts & Crafts Bazaar and Ham Loaf Luncheon Nov. 6 in Fellowship Hall. The craft and bake sale begin at 10 a.m. Lunch follows from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is $8. Proceeds benefit Kids4Camp. Lunch reservations are encouraged by calling 724-745-0800.

Chartiers Valley Primary School PTG is holding a Holiday Craft/Vendor Bazaar on Nov. 8. To reserve a table, contact Kelly Waldron at 412-303-5869 or kreszetylo@hotmail.com.

SUGARPLUM SHOP The Upper St. Clair League for the Arts will hold its Annual Sugarplum Shop Show & Sale

CRAFT/VENDOR FAIR Vendor tables are still available for the annual Mon Valley School Craft/Vendor Fair, which will take place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 8 at the school in Jefferson Hills. This year’s show will feature more than 135 tables, door prizes,

food, refreshments and Chinese auction table. Proceeds benefit Mon Valley School, one of three special education centers of the Allegheny Intermediate Unit. To participate as a vendor, call 412-469-2551.

CHRISTMAS AFFAIR John McMillan Presbyterian Church, Bethel Park, will hold its annual Christmas Affair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 8, featuring more than 55 crafters and the JMPC Bakery, Gingerbread House, Chinese auction, Kris Kringle Kafe and Angel Emporium Tree. Admission is free and proceeds benefit local and world-wide missions. For more information, call 412-833-4704 or email jmpc.ChristmasAffair@gmail.com.

CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW Tables are still available for the Craft & Vendor Show at Our Lady of Grace Church, Scott Township, set for 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 9 in the Miller Pavillion (school gym). There will also be a bake sale and Mediterranean food, plus a Chinese auction. For a registration form, visit www.olgscott.net or call 412-279-6611.

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CLOTHING DRIVE A Girl Scout Drop and Drive Clothing Collection to benefit the Marianna Outreach Center and “Begin Again” at Brookline Blvd. Presbyterian Church will take place 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 1 at St. David’s Episcopal Church, Venetia. Children’s clothing and winter outerwear/ accessories will be accepted. The collection is sponsored by Peters Township Girl Scout Troops 51915 and 57004.

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HOAGIE SALE Orders for the Bethel Park Band Hoagie Sale must be placed by Nov. 2. Hoagies at $6 each include regular Italian, special Italian and turkey. To order, see any member of the Bethel Park High School Band, Orchestra or Top 21, or call 412-854-8179.

HORSES WITH HOPE Register by Nov. 2 for Horses with Hope Therapeutic Riding Program’s bowling fundraising event, which will be held from noon-3 p.m. Nov. 16 at Meadow Lanes Bowling, Meadows Racetrack & Casino. Cost is $30/person or $150/team of six. To register, contact Joanne Slappo at 412-576-4154 or laslappo@verizon. net.

BOOK/BAKE SALE A Book and Bake Sale to benefit Project Kite Runner and Rennerdale Church will take place from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 2 at First United Presbyterian Church of Rennerdale. Thousands of books to browse, all sorted, including hardcovers starting at $1, paperbacks starting at 50 cents and kids’ books starting at 25 cents. To donate books or baked goods, call Lori Trybus at 412-276-5692.

KIDNEY WALK The 13th annual Pittsburgh Kidney Walk to benefit the National Kidney Foundation Serving the Alleghenies will take place Nov. 2 at Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, rain or shine. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. followed by the walk program/kick-off at 9. For more information, visit www.kidneywalk.org.

LIBRARY FUNDRAISER From 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Nov. 5, the Barnes & Noble in Robinson Township will donate a portion of all sales to the Heritage Public Library in McDonald. Make a purchase and mention code number 11466851. Online purchases at BN.COM/bookfairs will also benefit the library.

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‘CRIMES OF THE HEART’ Community College of Allegheny County South Campus Theatre will present Beth Henley’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, “Crimes of the Heart,” at 8 p.m. Oct. 30, 31 and Nov. 1 in the campus theater. Admission is free, although donations to the Kevin Dilworth Memorial Scholarship are encouraged. For more information, call 412-469-6219.

FALL FUN FEST Brentwood Bank will present its Fall Fun Fest from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Oct. 31 at all three of its local branches. Games, face painting, apple cider, refreshments and prizes throughout the day. Register to win a $500 gas card. Branches are located in Brentwood, Bethel Park and in the South Park Shops.

‘THE CAPITOL STEPS’ The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents “The Capitol Steps,” a Washington, D.C., based comedy troupe that began as a group of Senate Staffers, at 4 p.m. Nov. 2 at the Byham Theater. Tickets at $20-$45 are available at www.TrustArts.org, by calling 412-456-6666,

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An Election Day Spaghetti Dinner is planned from noon-7 p.m. Nov. 4 at Holy Rosary Church, Muse. Dinner includes spaghetti with meatballs, salad, bread, dessert and beverage. Cost is $8 for adults and $6.50 for children. Take-out is available by calling 724745-6211.

COLLABORATIVE DINNERS On Nov. 4 and Dec. 9, chef/owner Justin Severino of Cure welcomes Dennis Marron to Pittsburgh with a pair of collaborative dinners. This will be Pittsburgh’s first chance to try executive chef Marron’s cooking ahead of the debut of The Commoner, the modern American tavern opening this winter. Participating breweries include Arsenal, East End and Victory on Nov. 4, and Troegs and Hop Farm on Dec. 9. Cost is $75/person and includes beverages, tax and gratuity. Seats for Nov. 4 can be reserved by calling 412-252-2595. Reservations for Dec. 9 will open Nov. 10.

FASHION SHOW Make reservations by Nov. 5 for Trunks Shows to Go’s Lunch, Vendors & Fashion Show. The event will take place 11 a.m.-3

p.m. Nov. 16 at Peters Place Restaurant, Bridgeville. Resale Extravaganza, located in Pleasant Hills, will show attendees how to dress for less. Lunch tickets are $15 and can be purchased at www.trunkshowstogo.com or by calling Susy at 412-398-6074. Bring your receipt for 10 free raffle tickets. Raffle benefits Dress for Success.

DOO-WOP, POP AND BARBERSHOP The Pittsburgh South Hills Keystone Chorus, a nonprofit barbershop chorus, will hold its annual show, Doo-Wop, Pop and Barbershop, at 7 p.m. Nov. 8 at St. Thomas More Family Life Center, Bethel Park. Tickets at $20 each include coffee and desserts. For more information, call 412 482-2080 or visit pghkeystonechorus.com.

MUSIC FOR MT. LEBANON Music for Mt. Lebanon will hold its third concert of the 2014-2015 season on 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8. at Mellon Middle School. The program will feature Copland’s Three Latin American Sketches and Piazzola’s Four Seasons in Buenos Aires. For more information, email Richard Pinkerton at MusicMtLebo@gmail. com.

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Pathfinder School will hold a Fall Hoedown Pasta Dinner fundraiser from 5-8 p.m. Nov. 7. There will be a Scholastic book fair, raffle baskets and silent auction. Cost is $7.50 for adults and $3 for children age 5 and under. Proceeds benefit the students.

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The 13th Annual Blanket Night to honor Kathy Buchner will be held at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 in the cafeteria at St. Margaret’s Church, Green Tree. Make a polar fleece tie blanket to donate to soldiers at the VA Hospital. Bring scissors, 2 yards of print polar fleece and 2 yards of coordinating solid polar fleece. If possible, pick a fabric with one of these themes: Armed Services; red, white and blue; patriotic; hunting. Refreshments and instructions provided. Call Lynne Gross at 412-921-5570 (day) or 412-276-4173 (evening).

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HEARTFEST 2014 Heartfest 2014 will be held at 6 p.m. Nov. 8 at Rolling Hills Country Club to raise funds for the Mend a Heart Foundation. The event will include dinner, cash bar, entertainment, games, door prize raffles, silent, live and Chinese auctions and more. This third annual event, sponsored by Chris and Heidi Todd of Peters Township, will benefit children with cognitive heart defects. For tickets at $50/person or to make a donation, contact Heidi Todd

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LIFESTYLE WORX Cynthia West, MD and Tracey Eakin will offer workshops to assist attendees with reclaiming their health by implementing healthy eating, activity and stress management. Workshops are 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Nov. 5 and 12 at Teredesai, McCann and Associates, Collier Towne Square, Bridgeville. Advance registration required by emailing traceyeakin@gmail. com or calling 724-469-0693.

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Monongahela Valley Hospital will offer Healthy Eating Supermarket Tours from 2-4 p.m. Nov. 6 at Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Learn how to choose foods at your local supermarket to manage a healthier lifestyle. Health care professionals will conduct the tours and discuss “Holiday Meal Planning/ Diabetes Awareness Day.” The program is free. Advance registration is required by calling 724-258-1483.

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SCOTT TOWNSHIP • Fall Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 1. Free. • Jewelry Making, 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 7. A $5 materials fee is due in advance at the circulation desk. Register. • Conversation Salon, 1-3 p.m. Nov. 10. This month’s topics include: 1) Have we lost our regard for individual rights? And 2) What current event is of particular interest to you?

SOUTH FAYETTE • Tales-n-Tunes, 10:30-11 a.m. Fridays, Nov. 7, 14, 21, ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

For more, visit southfayettelibrary.org.

UPPER ST. CLAIR

• Women’s Vintage Fashion Show presented by Jean Kanouff, 7 p.m. Nov. 13 in the multipurpose room. Register.

• After School Art Club, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, through Dec. 18. A variety of supplies are available, or bring your own.

Call 412-835-5540 to register.

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CHARTIERS VALLEY

• Annual Fall Auction, through Nov. 13. Items include a Jack Lambert jersey, Carnegie Museum family level membership, basket of Christmas-oriented articles, basket of Fido articles along with a Petco gift card and more. Tickets are two/$1 or 12/$5. For more, visit www.washlibs.org/heritage.

MT. LEBANON

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• Get the Upper Hand with Your iPad, 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Nov. 3, 5 and 7. $5 for all three classes. Register.

• Slovak Heritage, 7 p.m. Nov. 3.

EVEY HARDWARE

• Pick-up Lines That Work: Powerful Openings in Young Adult Books, 7-8:30 p.m. Nov. 6, ages 13 and up. Light refreshments. Register.

CASTLE SHANNON

• Scrabble Tournament, 9 a.m. Nov. 1. Registration and NASPA membership required to participate. Contact Bob Hagerty at bob. hagerty@wsj.com for more information.

BETHEL BAKERY

• Lost: When Wandering Turns Dangerous, 7-8 p.m. Nov. 4, presented by a gerontology educator from the Aging Institute.

• The Wilde Woman’s Guide to Organizing presented by author Ruth Wilde, 7 p.m. Nov. 10 in the multipurpose room. Register.

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• Food Lovers’ Guide to Pittsburgh, 7-8:30 p.m. Nov. 4.

• The Entrepreneurial Equation, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Nov. 11. Suitable for small business owners. Refreshments and light snacks. Register.

For more, visit franksarrislibrary.org.

Tickets on sale at Bethel Bakery and Evey Hardware

• Watercolor Colored Pencils, 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 4-25, ages 6 ½ to 13. Cost is $15 for supplies.

• Pre-planning Your Final Arrangements seminar, 7 p.m. Nov. 5. Attendees will receive a Personal Planning Portfolio to help organize information as well as a list of 67 Things That Must Be Done. Register.

• Harvest party, 1 p.m. Oct. 31 for homeschooled or cyber-schooled children. Games, craft and refreshments. Small treats are welcome (to be passed out) and older children are invited to help. No fee.

$40.00/person Beer, wine and soft drinks provided.

PETERS

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• Pet Blogging, 2 p.m. Nov. 6. Bring digital photos of your pet on your laptop, USB drive or camera and learn how to create a free anonymous blog for your pet. Email address and registration required. Space is limited.

For more, visit bethelparklibrary.org or call 412-835-2207.

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storm water without overloading our wastewater treatment plants.

• League of Women Voters, 12:30 p.m. Nov. 6. Explore storm water and wastewater concerns including the locks and dams on Pittsburgh’s rivers, solutions to the aging sewer and water lines, and ways to handle

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REUNIONS Chartiers Valley High School Class of 1965 is planning its 50th class reunion. For more information, email William.Neal33@yahoo. com or call 434-978-1855.

CARNEGIE HIGH SCHOOL The Classes of 1944, 1945 and 1946 of Carnegie High School are looking for anyone who would be interested in getting together “for old times sake.” Call Lois at 412-221-9129.

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BEREAVEMENT A bereavement program will be presented at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 1 in Frawley Hall at St. Valentine’s Church, Bethel Park. Dr. Lillian L. Meyers, a psychologist and grief educator, will speak on Loss and Grief: An Emotional and Spiritual Journey. For more information, call 412 835 4415.

HAIR PEACE Hair Peace Charities will meet at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11 at Christ United Methodist Church, Bethel Park. The meeting will feature a cooking class with Janet McKee. Learn about fighting cancer with foods. RSVP by Nov. 4 to bdiver@kdka.com.

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In Spain, Halloween is observed more as a religious holiday – the beginning of All Saint’s and All Soul’s days – rather than an occasion to dress in costume and go door-to-door collecting candy. So for the 10 students from Colegio Santa Maria de la Hispanidad who are on a three-week exchange at Upper St. Clair High School, Oct. 20 was a time to dress in costumes, dip apples in melted caramel and drink a few soft drinks thanks to the members of the school’s Multicultural Club. As the students are returning to Spain on Halloween, Oct. 31, the event was celebrated early. Ben Edwards, a co-sponsor of the Multicultural Club along with Dan Zelensk, said the 25 or so members of the club did all of the planning for the party including providing the food, decorations and musical entertainment. “We try to educate (the club members about) multiple cultures,” Edwards said as the students were setting up the after-school-hours party in the high school’s large rifle range. Upper St. Clair High School senior Eliana Ondrejko is president of the Multicultural Club. She was dressed in a flapper dress depicting the 1920s and was excited about showing the Spanish students how Americans celebrate Halloween. The purpose of the club is not just to host exchange students, Edwards said, but also to expose the students to different cultures around the world. Madhmita Mahesh, an Upper St. Clair High School senior, serves as the Multicultural Club publicity officer. She helped to organize the party and said while the most recent exchange was with Spain, she hopes to travel to France in the future to practice her French. Mahesh and Ondrejko said they are looking forward to hosting students from Thailand later in the school year during the ongoing, multi-year exchange program. Attendance at the Halloween party was not mandatory as the event was held after classes, Ondrejko said. Edwards said this was the firstever Halloween party hosted by the club for exchange students. Exchange student Andres Moro Rios, 14, has visited the United States once before and said that while Halloween was somewhat celebrated in Spain, “it is more big in the United States.” He said he was going to be careful eating the candy apple, ending his comment with a smile that showed his mouth filled with braces. Gonzalo Lapetra, who is leading the Spanish students, enjoyed the party as he videotaped the event on his tablet computer to share with the students and their families when all return to Spain. He teaches science at the school the students attend. “They needed a leader and I was available and I could speak English,” Lapetra said with a slight accent. The trip was his first time in the United States. The exchange featured several events, including a tailgate party before the Oct. 17 football game, and a trip to Washington, D.C. Meredith McDonough, 17, hosted exchange student Laura Barba, 14, and both wore pink dresses to the Halloween party, with McDonough’s banner reading Miss America and Barba’s stating Miss Spain. Down to their hair-

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Laura Barba, 14, from Spain, and her host during the recent Upper St. Clair student exchange, Meredith McDonough, a senior, wore almost matching gowns to the recent Halloween party sponsored by the Multicultural Club Oct. 20.

TRICK-OR-TREAT TIMES Bethel Park, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Bridgeville, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Canonsburg, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Castle Shannon, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Cecil Twp., 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 31. Collier Twp., 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Dormont, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Green Tree, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Heidelberg, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Jefferson Hills, 6-8 p.m. Nov. 1 Mt. Lebanon, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 North Strabane, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Oakdale, 5:30 p.m. Oct. 31 Peters Township, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Pleasant Hills, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 South Fayette, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 South Park, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 Upper St. Clair, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 styles and jewelry, the two looked almost identical in their pink gowns. Also in somewhat similar costumes were Spanish exchange students Ana Karina Ballesteros Gomez, 14, and Ana Gil, 13. They wore Mad Hatter outfits from “Alice in Wonderland,” which Gomez said she purchased while in the U.S. She will take her costume home to Spain and had already sent a picture to her family. “They liked it,” she said. Upper St. Clair High School senior Madeline Kulp, 17, was dressed as Raggedy Ann, complete with a doll. She was accompanied by Paula Ayala, 14, in a Little Red Riding Hood outfit. As the music played and costumed students intermingled, Gomez said, “This is fun.”

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deaths BANKS - Norma J. (Weidenhof), 79, Bethel Park, Oct. 22. BUDNEY - Dolores C., 81, Bethel Park, Oct. 23. CONWAY - Wallace H. “Bud,” 94, formerly of Bethel Park, Oct. 21. DAN - Beatrice P. “Bea” (Zielinski), 89, South Hills, Oct. 16. DORNETTO - Rose M. (Domino), 90, Mt. Lebanon, Oct. 18. EHRLINGER-DEMMLER - Mary, 93, Mt. Lebanon, Oct. 10. ENSELL - Marjorie Lee, 87, Mt. Lebanon, Oct. 18. FLEMING - Elsie M., 100, Bethel Park, Oct. 25. GARDNER - Joseph F., 91, South

Fayette, formerly of Dormont, Oct. 22. GUZZI - Dominick, 88, South Park, Oct. 22. HANCOVSKY - John P. “Sonny,” 78, McMurray, Oct. 26. HARTMAN - Charles N., 84, Bethel Park, Oct. 17. HITTNER - John M. “Jack,” 88, Bridgeville, Oct. 21. HOLEVA - Mary Ann, 80, Oakdale, formerly of Carnegie, Oct. 24. HULL - Rosemarie Catherine, 89, Canonsburg, Oct. 25. HUYGENS - Frank V., 90, South Park, Oct. 23. KOENIG - Amelia B., 84, Castle Shannon, Oct. 21.

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KULWICKI - Rev. Raymond J., C.S.Sp., 89, Bethel Park, Oct. 18. LAUB - Celeste Gallup, 60, formerly of Mt. Lebanon, Oct. 19. LOHMAN - Douglas J., 25, Upper St. Clair, Oct. 22.

MELVIN - Norma A. (Buchanan), 93, Upper St. Clair, formerly of Scott, Oct. 22.

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MEENEN - Viola (Valicenti), 94, Mt. Lebanon, Oct. 25.

ROBSON - Rita M., 79, McDonald, Oct. 21.

MEYER - Norville T., Scott, Oct. 25.

LONZO - Raymond Sr., 71, Peters, Oct. 25.

MILLER - Nancy R., 75, Castle Shannon, Oct. 23.

LUBINSKY - Thomas Sam, 47, Oakdale, Oct. 23.

OSBORNE - Ruth E., 96, Canonsburg, Oct. 19.

MANGINE - Mary (Savarino), 93, formerly of Carnegie, Oct. 15.

OSTERHUS - Margie Barry, 90, Scott, Oct. 23.

MANSFIELD - Wayne George, 88, formerly of Bethel Park, Oct. 16.

PAULUS - Alfred Alan, 83, Mt. Lebanon, Oct. 21.

MAY - Robert R., 71, Peters, Oct. 18.

RAHON - Edward Arthur, 90, formerly of Canonsburg, Oct. 6.

MCCLELLAN - Nellie J. (Dobrowolski), 89, Library, Oct. 23.

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RIMMELL - George P., 84, formerly of Carnegie, Oct. 22.

SCHENCK - Robert B., 94, Upper St. Clair, Oct. 22. SKWARLA - Ann (Hopchak), 91, Scott, Oct. 20. TOTH - William J., 84, North Strabane, Oct. 26. WALTON - Craig R., 78, Mt. Lebanon, Oct. 22. WOODS - Robert E., 90, Bethel Park, Oct. 24. YANOSKY - Steven F. Jr., 57, Upper St. Clair, Oct. 19.

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Third-graders at Pleasant Valley Elementary School in the Peters Township School District marked the end of their economic unit with a visit to the building’s “mini-malls.” Students crafted their own items to sell and created 30-second commercials to promote their wares to fellow students. The students then had the opportunity to purchase items from their classmates in the classroom market. Here, third-grader Grace Kail shares her homemade bookmarks with the class at the classroom market.

OCT. 31, 1865 At age 19, George Westinghouse receives his first patent for the invention of a rotary steam engine.

NOV. 2, 1889 North Dakota and South Dakota become the 39th and 40th states, respectively.

NOV. 2, 1948 In what has been hailed as one of the biggest upsets in American political history, President Harry S. Truman is re-elected to a second term, defeating New York Governor Thomas E. Dewey and South Carolina Governor Strom Thurmond.

NOV. 4, 1969 Cyril Wecht is elected Allegheny County coroner.

OCT. 31, 2001 Patti Burns, daughter of KDKA’s Bill Burns, dies at age 49.

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looking back The April 15, 1970, edition of the Observer-Reporter identified these seven people as, from left, Mrs. Richard Witney, Mrs. Philip Hagan, Mrs. Kenneth Reinehr, Charles Crain, Mrs. Richard Gwennap, Mrs. Patrick Bedner and Mrs. John D. Reber, members of the McMurray Century Club. They staged a production of “Calendar Capers” at the Peters Township High School auditorium.

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Lions, likewise, are 9-0, and coming off their 25th victory in a row, a 40-21 decision against Sports editor Quaker Valley. ebailey@thealmanac.net Of the triumph, Rossi said that it was good to be in a close game. “It was a great challenge and After nine weeks of football, five area teams extended their seasons into the postseason. While prepared us for the playoffs ahead,” he said. In the victory, the Lions’ defense faced Dane South Fayette is accustomed to long playoff runs, having won seven more games in 2013 Jackson. The Pitt recruit scored all three of the to capture its first state championship in the Quakers’ touchdowns on rushes of 11, 27 and sport, Upper St. Clair, Bethel Park, Seton-La six yards. Brett Brumbaugh and his receivers, as well Salle and Mt. Lebanon are also preparing for a prolonged stay in the WPIAL tournament, as Hunter Hayes, however, were no match for which commences with first-round action Oct. the Quakers. Brumbaugh completed 22 of 36 31. Here is a synopsis of the team’s final tune- aerials for 252 yards and touchdowns to Nick ups and how they shape up heading into their Ponikvar, Ryan Schmider and Logan Sharp. first playoff contests, which all kick off at 7:30 Hayes rushed for 213 yards and one score. J.J. Walker tacked on the other touchdown. p.m. Friday. Brumbaugh finished the regular season as SOUTH FAYETTE one of two quarterbacks in the WPIAL to throw As the defending WPIAL Class AA champions, for over 2,000 yards. He has completed 125 the Lions are seeded No. 1 ahead of undefeated of 201 attempts for 2,104 yards and 26 TDs. Aliquippa, whom they defeated in last year’s Hayes has rushed for 935 yards and 17 scores. final, 34-28, at Heinz Field. South Fayette will Sharp and Ponikvar are Brumbaugh’s top rehost Waynesburg Central (6-3), the No. 4 seed ceivers with more than 500 yards each and 16 ELEANOR BAILEY/STAFF out of the Interstate Conference. combined scores. “Having home field advantage is a nice way Mike Krenn rushed for a touchdown and threw for another in leading Upper St. Clair to vicDan Trimbur, who assumed the kicking duto send our seniors off. We get to enjoy Hallowtory, 49-14, against Mt. Lebanon. ties when Brian Coyne suffered a soccer-seaeen night at home,” said Joe Rossi. The South son-ending injury in the summer, has also filled Fayette coach added that the tournament is goin for the injured Roman Denson. Denson, who ing to be a good one because in Class AA there has a team-high five interceptions, is expected are a lot of 6-3 teams like the Raiders, and no to return to the line-up should the Lions reach 5-4 or 4-5 clubs. the quarterfinals of the playoffs. (All games Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m. starts.) “Highlands and Washington are undefeatAndrew Gedrys is another player that has ed,” he noted. “There are good football teams. Bethel Park (6-3) travels to Altoona (7-2). stepped up and helped the Lions. The sophoSeton-La Salle has a tremendous team and Mt. Lebanon (5-4) visits McKeesport (8-1). more is second on the team in sacks behind they’ll have [Danzel] McKinley-Lewis. And, the Jeremy Carter. Schmider ranks behind Denson Seton-La Salle (8-1) hosts McGuffey (7-2). Quips will be there,” Rossi assured. “They score in interceptions and behind Walker in tackles. points and make things happen.” South Fayette (9-0) entertains Waynesburg (6-3). As the Lions head into the postseason, Rossi While the Quips have racked up 466 points Upper St. Clair (4-5) plays at North Allegheny (7-2). and surrendered only 92, the Lions follow says the thing he finds positive about his club is SEE PLAYOFFS PAGE 30 closely with 419 points for and 103 against. The

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As expected, North Allegheny captured its 10th consecutive boys’ team title, and Brianna Schwartz from Shaler dominated the girls’ field, setting a new course record and winning her third straight gold medal during the WPIAL cross country championships run at Cooper’s Lake Campground in Slippery Rock. However, for Canon-McMillan and South ELEANOR BAILEY/STAFF Fayette fans there were a few pleasant surMorgan Grudi of Canon-McMillan qualified prises. The Big Macs claimed runner-up honfor the PIAA cross country championships ors with 105 points in the Class AAA boys’ team to be held in November in Hershey. standings, slipping into second place behind

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the Tigers (47) and ahead of third-place Mt. Lebanon (135). “It was a good day for CM distance,” said Mark Galley. “Last year’s fourth place was our highest in decades, but this finish surpassed that.” Meanwhile, the Lions took home two trophies, second for boys and third for girls in the Class AA team standings. “I haven’t stopped smiling since the races,” said Lindsay Dolan, who is in her first season as head coach at South Fayette. “I am so proud of each of my runners. We certainly had all of the odds against us at the beginning of the season, but we slowly washed away those doubts.” The boys, who won last year’s title with a senior-dominated group, scored 139 points to place second behind Knoch (104), which cap-

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tured its first championship. Sophomore Aaron Pfeil led the way, finishing seventh overall with a 17:24 time. Freshman Sam Snodgrass (22) and senior Devan Sandala (24) placed in the top 25, while senior Alex Frazer (41) and freshman Michael Cusick (45) added Top 50 finishes. Junior Mitchell (91) and Michael Hasis (97) completed South Fayette’s showing. The girls improved nine slots from last year’s showing to take third place behind Quaker Valley (43) and Knoch (109). Senior Natalie Hilton and freshman Maria DeCello led the Lady Lions, finishing 10th and 11th overall with times of 21:04 and 21:05. Junior Hannah Kenawell followed in 13th position two seconds later. SEE RUNNING PAGE 34

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sports PLAYOFFS FROM PAGE 29 its improvement. The Lions have continued to get better each game. “We knew when the season opened, we would not look like the 2013 team, but this team has gotten better and better every game to the point that we are a dangerous football team. We have had people step up when guys have gone down, especially big contributors like Denson. Trimbur and all the receivers have done a great job filling in. Gedrys has done well. When one person is out, we have had people step up. That’s where our program is right now.” As defending district and state champions, the Lions know they have a target on their back this playoff season. They are ready to respond. “It’s a different feel when you are the champion,” Rossi agreed. “They respect all the teams they play though. The kids are playing hard and working hard. They are not giving up.”

BETHEL PARK

The Hawks enter the WPIAL Quad-A playoffs as the No. 3 seed out of the Southeastern Conference with a 5-2 record. Bethel Park is 6-3 overall. The Hawks closed out the regular season with a 26-13 win against Baldwin, which lost its bid for the wild card to Connellsville. Levi Metheny did not play against the Highlanders due to a lower leg injury. The junior, who has completed 78 of 135 passes for 958 yards and eight touchdowns, however, is expected to play when the Hawks travel to Mansion Park to face Altoona, the No. 3 seed out of the Foothills Conference with a 7-2 overall record. Alex Minton leads the ground game. He rolled up 170 yards and two touchdowns against the Highlanders. Terron Murphy raced 86 yards for another score and Spencer Hayes hauled in a 24-yard scoring strike from Cole Rogers. Minton has rushed for 1,049 yards this season. Besides Metheny and Minton, the Hawks have 40-some additional reasons why they may experience success in the postseason. With 275 points, they rank seventh in Quad-A in scoring and fifth in defense. “We have a good tailback and we have a good quarterback. We have a very balanced offense,” Metheny said. “We have scored a lot of points but, while we’ve given up the big plays sometimes, generally, we have played well overall defensively. “Our turnover ratio is in our favor. We hope that holds out and our special teams have played well. We have put ourselves in good field position to win games.” Since starting the season with a 41-0 loss to Central and a last-second defeat to Woodland Hills, 33-31, the Hawks have won six of their last seven games. The secret to their success have been simple, says Metheny.

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Marcus Galie powered his way to three touchdowns against Mt. Lebanon. The senior is Upper St. Clair’s No. 2 rusher and third-leading receiver. “We have good kids and we have improved with every game,” he said. “The thing I like about this team is how well they play together and how hard they work. Plus, we have had great leadership. “I think if we continue to have that then we can do well in the playoffs. We have to come out, work hard and take care of the football. We do that then I think we can play with anybody.”

UPPER ST. CLAIR

Thanks to a 49-14 victory over Mt. Lebanon, Upper St. Clair improved its playoff positioning. The Panthers finished fourth in the Southeastern Conference with a 4-3 record. Overall, though, they are 4-5 and Lebo is 5-4. The Panthers draw the No. 4 seed out of the conference because of head-to-head competition. For Panther fans, the finish is a good omen. The last time Upper St. Clair ended the regular season in a similar spot, the Panthers captured the WPIAL Quad-A championship in 1988. When asked if history could repeat itself, Jim Render, who coached that 1988 club as well as five other district champions, replied, “I’m not a prediction maker. I just try to prepare.” The Panthers prepare to play North Allegheny (7-2). The Tigers, who finished third in the Northern Eight Conference behind undefeated Pine-Richland and Central Catholic, defeated USC, 31-14, back on Sept. 19. The onus of formulating a game plan falls not just on Render. He relies on his assistant coaches. His defensive coordinator, John Trovato, did not let him down as he devised the scheme that beat the Blue Devils and their no-huddle offense. “I told John that was one of his finest hours. The kids did a marvelous job in practice, simu-

lating what Mt. Lebanon does at a rapid pace. We had two offensive rapid-fire huddles in preparation for them. I thought the coaches had a great game plan and the kids executed.” “The second thing,” Render continued. “I wanted our kids to attack. Be physical. And, I thought they did that.” USC’s offensive attack begins with veterans such as Mike Krenn and Marcus Galie. They dominated against Lebo. Galie powered his way to three touchdowns. He rushed for 108 yards. He also caught two passes for 36 yards. On the year, Galie ranks second in rushing with 321 yards and seven scores and third in receiving with 12 grabs for 173 yards and three more scores. “Marcus is a marvelous player,” Render said of his captain. “Effort-wise and talent-wise, he stands out.” Krenn stood out against Lebo because he threw for a 22-yard touchdown to Connor Brennan and he caught a 32-yard scoring strike from Dan Trocano. Krenn has 11 receptions for 163 yards this season. “Mike is one of the fastest kids I’ve ever coached,” said Render. “He wants the ball. Sometimes he ad libs and it helps him.” Trocano has helped engineer the offense. He has completed 67 of 105 passes for 1,062 yards and nine scores. Doug Wagner with 25 catches for 407 yards and Andrew Bartusiak with 16 grabs for 227 yards are his top targets. Thomas Vissman spearheads the ground game, which also has benefited from the running of Kevin Chrissis, who scored a 15-yard touchdown against Lebo. Vissman ran for 67 yards against the Blue Devils. The sophomore has gained 855 yards on 136 carries this fall. He has scored six times. Defensively, Sean Parker picked off a Lebo pass and returned the interception 41 yards for a touchdown. Gunnar Lund and Yuya Kaneko recovered fumbles. Jesse Slinger leads the team in tackles. The senior is also a valuable asset as a punter, averaging 35 yards. The Panthers are on the upswing. After a 1-4 start, they have won three of their last four games. They lost to Montour, 27-17, on Oct. 17. On the last play of the game, the Spartans intercepted a pass and returned it for a 95-yard touchdown. The Panthers also lost earlier in the season to Bethel Park, 21-14, in the final two minutes of play. “We’ve had a tough year and some tough losses,” said Render. “Our record would be a lot better if we had those two minutes back. But I like the way this team is playing right now. I feel better going into the postseason with a good win than a bad loss.”

Lebo muffed two punts for turnovers that resulted in scores. The Blue Devils were penalized nine times for 117 yards, 70 less than their total offensive output for the game. So, Lebo’s playoff strategy is simple. “To experience success, we have got to play better and stop hurting ourselves,” said head coach Mike Melynk, noting Lebo’s -11 turnover margin in its last three losses. Melynk, however, is heartened by his players’ resilience. “I like the fact that we continue to play hard and work in practice. The kids have kept an excellent attitude. There isn’t any finger-pointing or blaming.” One can point to Eddie Jenkins, Joey Stabile and Nick Tommasi for some share in Lebo’s success this season. A junior, Jenkins rushed for 113 yards against the Panthers. He completed seven of 18 passes for 49 yards. He is 83 of 148 for 1,096 yards passing this season. He has tossed 12 TD aerials. Stabile rushed for two scores against USC. He is the team’s top ground gainer. Tommasi leads the squad in receptions with 37 for 507 yards. The Blue Devils enter the playoffs with a 5-4 overall mark. They finished 4-3 in the conference, but because of the loss to USC, they drew the No. 5 seed out of the division and travel to McKeesport in the first round of the playoffs. The Tigers are 8-1 overall and runners-up to Penn-Trafford in the Foothills Conference. They feature Khaleke Hudson. The tailback has rushed for more than 1,200 yards and 24 scores this season. As for a prediction to the tournament, Melynk said that he is the worst prognosticator, but added that the same teams are there year after year for a reason. “Players, coaching and tradition,” he said.

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The Blue Devils are the only area team heading into the playoffs on the down side, having lost three straight, including last week’s 49-14 debacle against rival Upper St. Clair. In the loss,

The Rebels defeated Keystone Oaks, 20-7, to finish 8-1 overall and as the No. 2 seed out of Century Conference behind South Fayette, whom they lost to, 41-14, in week eight. In the win against the Golden Eagles, who finished 3-6 overall, Tyler Perone passed for 149 yards. One of his six completions went for a 67-yard scoring strike to Paris Ford. Rick Mellick and Liam Sweeney rushed for three and 12-yard scores. Mellick finished with 142 yards rushing. Perone and Mellick are a potent 1-2 punch for the Rebels. Perone ranks among the WPIAL’s top passers with 121 completions for 1,618 yards and 21 scores. In addition to Ford and Dequay Broadwater, Danzel McKinley-Lewis is Perone’s primary target. The Toledo recruit ranks in the Top 10 of the WPIAL with 35 receptions for 444 yards. Seton-La Salle will play McGuffey (7-2) at Chartiers Valley Stadium in the first round of the WPIAL playoffs. The Highlanders, who finished behind Washington (9-0) and Mount Pleasant (7-2) in the Interstate Conference, boast 1,000-yard rusher James Duchi.

center. Hours are 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Ages 4-12 are eligible for the five-step program, which teaches the skills of the game. The seven-week session starts Oct. 28 and 30. Fee is $105.

Visit www.mtlebanon.org to register online or call 412-561-4363. There is a $2 fee for signups. To register in person, visit the rink cashier at the recreation center from 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Mt. Lebanon Ice Center’s Fall II Developmental HOCKEY SCHOOL Hockey League begins Nov. 7. Full equipment Registration for the Mt. Lebanon Hockey is required. Enrollment is limited. Ages 5-8 School is being accepted. Visit www.mtleba- and 9-12 participate in this non-competitive, non.org or call 412-561-4363. Sign-ups are also no-check league that offers six games on Friday accepted with the rink cashier at the recreation evenings on the studio rink. Fee is $90.

The Glen Creek Tennis Club, South Park, will hold a free clinic from 3-4 and 4-5 p.m. Nov. 22. Entry-level players, ages 4 and up, or those players wanting to get back into the sport can participate. Rackets and balls will be provided. To reserve a spot phone 412-833-3080.

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as Nov. 3 and 4 at the high school gym. Grades K-3 meet from 6-7 p.m. Grades 4-8 meet from 7-8 p.m. Fee is $10 per session and can be paid at the door. Participants should bring their own basketball. Email gsgoga@steelvalleysd.org for more information.

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WALZ, WALLER RUNNERS-UP; PETERS BOYS THIRD IN PIAA GOLF Silver and bronze were the hues worn by area duffers as the scholastic golf season came to a close last week in York during the PIAA championship. Joey Walz from Seton-La Salle and Lauren Waller from Canon-McMillan finished as runners-up during the individual girls’ championships, while Peters Township took third in the boys’ Class AAA standings. A senior, Walz finished one shot off the pace set by Olivia Zambruno during the Class AA finals. After firing an 82 on the first day of the competition, Walz carded a 160 while Zambruno took the gold with a 159 score. It was the second season in a row Walz earned a silver medal at states. Each year was the best showing ever by a golfer in school history. Walz had competed in three PIAA tournaments. She secured seventh place as a freshman. Walz, who plans to golf in college at Marshall University while majoring in early childhood education, was the bronze medalist at the WPIAL championships this fall after a fourth-place finish in previous competition. She won the western regional title to enter the PIAA finals as a favorite for the gold. In Class AAA, Waller actually tied for first place, but lost the gold medal after a one-hole tiebreaker. While Waller carded par, Brynn Walker of Radnor birdied the extra hole to clinch the championship. Both girls scored

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146 through 36 holes, forcing the tiebreaker. Waller shot 1-over 73 each day on the 5,375yard course at Heritage Hills Country Club. A senior, Waller owns two bronze medals from previous state competitions as well as

two WPIAL championships and one regional title. She plans to golf at Penn State University. In winning this year’s district title, she shot a 4-under-par 68 at Willowbrook Country Club in Apollo. She took second in this

year’s regional held at Tom’s Run Golf Course in Blairsville. Mia Kness, who won that regional, tied for third in the girls’ Class AAA standings. The Peters Township sophomore fired an 8-over 152 during the two-day tournament. In the boys’ Class AAA division, Alec Stopperich tied for 18th with a 159 while Ben Morgret tied for 21st with a 161. The duo also helped Peters Township claim the bronze medal in the team competition. The Indians shot 328 to finish six strokes off the pace set by champion St. Joseph’s Prep. Scranton Prep placed second with a 325 score. While Morgret carded an 82 and Stopperich an 85, Jake Sollon led Peters with a 7-over-79. Tanner Johnson and Connor Schmidt added 82s. Morgret is the only senior in the line-up, which also included Bruce Hunter, a freshman. The Indians were the WPIAL Class AAA boys’ champions. They were undefeated until the state finals. Their female counterparts also finished third, carding a 373 as a team. Central Valley, the WPIAL champion, won the state crown with a 352 while Mt. St. Joseph secured runner-up honors with a 356. Kness led the Lady Indians with an 80. Synclaire Kuhn followed at 89 while Brooke Hilden and Cate Deegan chipped in 99 and 105 scores. Allison Magyar is the lone senior in the lineup for Peters.

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Zack Cherup (No. 10) heads the ball away from a Butler midfielder during Upper St. Clair’s 5-2 semifinal victory. The Panthers used goals from five different players to advance to their fourth straight district final. USC will play defending champion, Peters Township, in the WPIAL Class AAA final at Highmark Stadium this weekend.

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against USC. “Another chance is what we wanted and I Sports editor think we can make something special out of it,” ebailey@thealmanac.net said Rylen Faloni, who scored one of the goals If the WPIAL Class AAA boys’ soccer champi- against the Vikings. “This is what we play for,” onship match appears a bit familiar, it is. For he added. “This is what we’ve been practicing the second year in a row, Upper St. Clair and for since we were little kids.” Practice seems to make perfect for the PanPeters Township will battle for the title. thers, too, as this is their fourth trip to the finals Last year, the Indians shutout the Panthers, in four years. They won a WPIAL title in 2011, who went on to win a second straight state but finished runner-up in the state. championship after the defeat, 1-0, at High“That’s a testament to these players and this mark Stadium, site of this season’s District 7 program,” said Blatz. “After our game against finale. In 2014, the two teams also met twice in North Allegheny, Steve Benning, who scored Section 5 competition, with the Panthers pullthe goal against us, said that what makes USC ing off a pair of one-goal victories, 2-1 and 1-0. so good is that we have at least nine good play“It will be a battle,” predicted USC’s interim ers on the field at one time. Not many high coach Mike Blatz. “You hope to see a different schools have the personnel USC has.” opponent, but it is what it is and we have to deal Indeed, five different players scored for the with them. Obviously, we have to be prepared.” Panthers against Butler. Stefano Paolina, Doug The Indians, who blanked Central Catholic, Hapeman, Robbie Mertz, Tommy Davidson 2-0, Oct. 27 at West Allegheny to reach the fi- and Shayne Sibley tallied goals, giving USC a nals, are ready for the Panthers, who improved 5-0 advantage in the first 40 minutes of play. to 19-0-1 with a 5-2 victory against Butler in the Mertz picked up several assists. other semifinal game played at Moon. Their SEE SOCCER PAGE 33 only defeats in 19 games this season have come

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CANON-MCMILLAN GIRLS UPEND PETERS TOWNSHIP IN SHOOTOUT Canon-McMillan (15-3-2) advanced to the semifinals in the WPIAL Class AAA girls’ soccer playoffs by defeating Peters Township, 2-1, in a shootout at Elizabeth-Forward Warrior Stadium. With the win, the Lady Macs also clinched a PIAA playoff berth. After 110 minutes of play, including two, 15-minute overtimes, the Lady Macs settled the contest on penalty kicks. Abigail Gillespie scored the decisive goal, C-M’s fourth in the series. Sydney Keremes, Cheyenne Trest and Ashlyn Whipple registered the first three goals. “The girls put their whole hearts into this game,” said C-M skipper Dave Derrico. “It’s a relief to finally be on the right end of this,” he added after as many as eight unsuccessful attempts to beat the Lady Indians in recent memory. The Lady Indians, who had twice beaten the Lady Macs in the regular season, 2-1, and 1-0, won the Section 4 banner with an 11-1 mark, losing only to Moon, 3-2. Peters Township, which was a WPIAL finalist last year and threetime state champions prior to that, finished the

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season at 16-2-2 overall. Of losing in a shootout, Pat Vereb said, “It’s a brutal result but that’s the way it’s played. In previous years, we needed shootouts to make it to championships. This time around we weren’t so lucky.” Indeed, two attempts by the Lady Indians sailed high over the net. Laurel Carpenter, Maddie Santo and Madeline LaVigna, however, did make their penalty kicks. Luck certainly was not on the Indians’ side in the regular field of play, particularly in the second half and overtime frames. Twice Peters Township had wide-open shots on the net but failed to convert. Carpenter did strike paydirt and knotted the contest, 1-1, on a direct kick midway through the first half. The Lady Macs scored first off a corner kick from Allison Oddi. The Peters defense had a hand in putting the ball in the net on an own goal.

Maddie Santo (No. 22) of Peters Township and Allison Oddi (No. 11) from Canon-McMillan battle to reach the ball during WPIAL USC OUSTED girls’ soccer playoff action Penn-Trafford also needed overtime to advance

to the semifinals in the other quarterfinal girls’ playoff game at EF. With 41.9 seconds left in the first extra 15-minute frame, Maggie Mastrogiacomo scored her second tally of the game to lift the Warriors over Upper St. Clair, 2-1. After nearly 77 minutes of scoreless action, both teams exploded for goals to push the game into overtime. Penn-Trafford took a 1-0 lead with 3:04 to play on a Mastrogiacomo’s tally. However, with 74 seconds to play, Brianna Erdman netted the equalizer to knot the score for the Panthers, 1-1, forcing the overtime. The loss ended USC’s season. The Section 5 champions finished the year with a 12-3-5 record.

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South Fayette (16-3-1) upset Ambridge (17-3) in the boys’ AA playoffs, 2-1, while the Lady Lions dropped a 3-2 decision to Yough, 3-2, in overtime. Matt Cillo and Tom Iagnemma scored for the boys’ while Tori Valachovic and Autumn Heineman scored for the Lady Lions, who ended their season at 14-5-1 overall.

PANTHERS’ HAPERMAN HEADS USC BOYS PAST NORTH ALLEGHENY The premise of soccer is simple. The execution, on the other hand, can be quite difficult. Just ask Mike Blatz, the interim coach of the Upper St. Clair Panthers, who nearly saw their two-year reign as state champions ended by North Allegheny in a WPIAL Class AAA boys’ quarterfinal playoff game at Baldwin Stadium. “Statistically, a team can dominate a game, but that doesn’t mean anything,” he said. “To win, you have to get the ball into a net that is eight feet wide and eight feet high.” After bombarding the Tigers’ cage, only to be consistently repelled by Luke Nolan, USC finally struck paydirt for the game-winning goal with 7:29 to play. Doug Haperman took a cross from Stefano Paolina, and deposited into the net, lifting the Panthers to victory, 2-1, against NA.

“They were brave in front of the net and they made it difficult for us.” The Tigers attacked first, scoring quickly on a goal by Steve Benning, putting the Panthers in an unfamiliar, come-from-behind position. Garrett Blake, however, racked up the equalizer, knotting the contest by halftime, 1-1. Because of USC’s experience, three straight trips to the district finals and the back-toback state crowns, Blatz explained his players did not panic even though the Tigers ‘made it tough and interesting’ for the Panthers. “They are very resilient,” Blatz said. “They’ve been in Garrett Blake celebrates after scoring Up- similar situations. They believed they could win per St. Clair’s first goal during a 2-1 victory the game.” With the win, USC improved to 18-0-1 overagainst North Allegheny. all and qualified for the PIAA tournament. The “You have to respect their resolve and their Panthers, who were the Section 5 champions, goaltender played well,” Blatz said of the Tigers. faced Butler in the Oct. 27 semifinal.

ute to the collection of players we have on this team,” said Blatz. “They understand the system and the roles they play in the system.” FROM PAGE 32 In Peters Township’s system, the Mastrangelo twins are the offensive catalyst. Mario “The ball bounced our way,” said Blatz, not- helped set up Nicco’s first tally in the 25th mining the Panthers got better bounces than when ute. Matt Massucci earned possession of the they bombarded North Allegheny, only to score ball and passed to Ryan Ponchione, who took twice in that semifinal. “We found the target, a shot at goal that hit the outside post. Mario rebounded and passed to Nicco, who deposited too,” he added. USC enjoyed its edge enough to sub freely in the ball into the net. “Getting that early goal gave us the drive to the semifinal. In fact, the Golden Tornado did keep pressing,” Nicco said. “We kept pressing not notch a goal until the 54th minute of action and that forces them into mistakes. It paid off.” and the second tally came after starter Kenny Nicco’s dribbling skills paid off in the way of Rapko had vacated the nets. goal No. 2 for the Indians in the 61st minute. He “I wouldn’t say it was easy,” said Blatz. “The dished to Faloni, who shot the ball past the Visame amount of preparation went into this king keeper for the two-goal advantage. Central game. There just was no drama. It was nice to (19-2) had only surrendered five goals entering be able to rest some players and avoid injuries the semifinal match. or cards.” Meanwhile, the Peters defense of Sean HarUSC played without senior starters Joe Bell rison, Jake Valley and Kelson Marissa conand Hayden Bernhardt. A captain, Bernhardt tained leading scorer Ryan Sproule, while Josh was nursing a calf contusion from the NA game. Deyarmin recorded yet another shutout, the “To play without two key starters is a trib- team’s 16th of the season.

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Peters Township (16-2) advanced to a semifinal showdown with Central Catholic (19-1) with a victory against Bethel Park, 4-0. Josh Deyarmin recorded his 15th shutout of the season. He made three saves in the game played at Elizabeth-Forward’s Warrior Stadium. Ryan Ponchione pumped in two goals while Nicco and Mario Mastrangelo each tallied a goal. Sean Harrison, Wes Ward, Jake Valley and Kelson Marissa recorded the assists.

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In a WPIAL Class AAA quarterfinal playoff at Baldwin, Central Catholic (19-1) blanked Canon-McMillan, 2-0. After a scoreless first half, Jarrod McDowell and Michael DeSabato registered the goals for the Vikings. The Big Macs ended the season at 13-6-1 overall.

The Indians, who are led in the midfield by Dylan Weyers, Brady Pike, Wes Ward and Ponchione, have outscored the opposition, 66-4, this season. In addition to the Mastrangelos, Bryce Gabelhart, Bennett Faloni and Jon Sion have contributed to the offensive output.

While Murphy turned back the Tigers, making several critical saves, including three on corner kicks, Aideen O’Donoghue provided the offensive drama. In the 18th minute, the sophomore took a centering pass from Sabrina Bryan and scored the game-winning goal. “It was insane. It happened so fast, but C-M IN FINALS I definitely wanted to score in this game,” The WPIAL Class AAA girls’ championship O’Donoghue said. match will also have a certain similarity as Sen“We wanted to beat Peters and then beat eca Valley attempts to defend its title. While the Moon,” she added. “It’s great we are going to Raiders will play a Section 4-AAA opponent, the foe will be Canon-McMillan, not Peters the championship game. None of us thought this was going to happen.” Township, last year’s adversary. Indeed, the Lady Macs were seeded 10th in The Lady Macs advanced to their first district final with a 1-0 victory against Moon. The the tournament. They improved to 16-3-1 overvictory came on the heels of another one-goal all with the victory. triumph, this time in a shootout, against the SF FALLS Lady Indians. Canon-Mac and Moon finished In WPIAL Class AA boys’ there will be no rerunner-up to Peters Township in Section 4 play. The Tigers (19-3) were seeded third in turn visit to Highmark Stadium for South Faythe tournament and had split section decisions ette. That’s because the Lions dropped a 2-0 decision to South Park in a semifinal contest with the Lady Macs. “We basically had to beat our section all over played at Peters Township. again to get to this moment,” Kyra Murphy said. “It’s so exciting.” Lance Lysowski contributed to this article.

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Vigrass was the sixth-best freshmen in the AAA race with a 21:21 time. Ellie Meinzer and Paulina Braverman also competed for the Blue Devils. With WPIALs behind them, the Lebo ladies are looking forward to the PIAAA championships. “We look forward to matching up against [Seneca Valley], North Allegheny and the other teams out east in Hershey,” Shutt said. The Blue Devil boys have also qualified for states. Ian Baun leads Lebo. The senior finished ninth overall at WPIALs with a 16:45 time. Ian Harris, a junior, and Bryce Brandenstein, a freshman, followed in 17:15 and 17:16. Other top finishers for Lebo included: Todd Gunzenhauser (17:25), Joshua Kalapos (17:26), Matthew Stone (17:47) and Jamie Kozorra (18:25).

RUNNING FROM PAGE 29 Other top finishers for the Lady Lions included: junior Sydney Lerda (40th), senior Morgan Gimigliano (50th), sophomore Jenne Harasin (54th) and sophomore Allison Gates (85th). While South Fayette takes both its teams to the PIAA championships set for Nov. 1, the Big Macs advanced just its boys’ unit along with Morgan Grudi. The sophomore finished 18th overall in the Class AAA race with a 19:56 time. “[Morgan] had a strong race and achieved her goal of making states for the first time. She will do well on the hills at Hershey,” predicted Galley. Meanwhile, the Big Mac boys did well because they keyed in on Mt. Lebanon. “We have so much respect for Coach [Mike] Agostinella and the Mt. Lebanon program that we knew if we set our sights on them we would have a very good chance of making states,” explained Galley. “The boys all stepped up and were really focused on the Lebo runners all the way to the finish.” After North Allegheny seniors Matt McGoey and Hunter Wharrey set the winning paces of 15:57 and 16:13, Ethan Linderman followed in fourth place. The senior led the way for the Big Macs, finishing in 16:33. “Ethan once again showed why he is one of the best,” Galley said. “He was patient over the first mile and came through under pressure to hold off a pack of very good runners who were chomping at his heels at the castle.” Johnathan Weese followed Linderman. The senior clocked in at 16:57 for 17th place. Noting Weese gave up soccer to run cross country, Galley said the team is “thankful” for that choice. Despite suffering a tough track injury, Weese duplicated his 2013 showing. “He came up big for us,” said Galley. After a breakthrough time at the Mingo Classic and a fourth-place showing at the County Meet, Matt Mansfield finished 20th overall. The sophomore clocked in at 17:02. Mike Strokso is another harrier that sacrificed. He gave up basketball two seasons ago to run cross country. Running with Linderman early, the senior put himself in position to finish in the top group, says Galley. Strokso placed 26th overall with a 17:09 time.

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Aaron Pfeil set the pace for South Fayette during the WPIAL Class AA boys’ competition. The Lions finished runner-up in the division. Pfeil, a sophomore, placed seventh overall with a 17:24 time. Mike Cappelli and Jonas Wudkwych battled for C-M’s fifth spot. The senior and junior clocked in at 17:09 and 17:31 to take positions 38 and 46 in the race. Sophomore James Zukowski was 74th in 18:13. “Jonas made up a six-second gap in the final yards to catch Lebo’s sixth man and that would have given us the tiebreaker in the event we needed it,” added Galley. Regarding Zukowski’s showing, Galley noted, his finish was higher than any other team’s seventh man except NA’s. While Galley is thrilled with his team’s finish, he was particularly pleased with his runners. “Obviously, I am excited by this accomplishment, but what I am most proud of is the way this group of young men focused, competed and ran for each other,” he said. “That is what makes cross country such a special sport.” Special has been the sport for the Lebo ladies. They were the two-time champions before Seneca Valley unseated them last week. The Raid-

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Ethan Linderman (right) set a fast pace for his teammate, Mike Strosko, as well as the rest of the field during the WPIAL cross country championships. The senior finished fourth overall and helped Canon-McMillan secure runner-up honors in the Class AAA boys’ team competition. ers, which took places 5-7 overall, won the Class AAA title with 87 points. Mt. Lebanon followed in second with a 92 team score. “Our girls ran a great race,” said Oscar Shutt, “but Seneca Valley had a great day and earned the victory.” After the 1-2 finish of Schwartz (course record of 17:25) and Madeleine Davison of North Allegheny (18:08), Kelsey Potts took third. The junior clocked in at 18:46. “Kelsey finished third to two amazing runners,” Shutt noted. Grace Tandon had a dominate showing. The junior shaved 61 seconds off last year’s championship run and 34 seconds off her fastest course mark this season to place 12th overall in 19:46. Claire Doughterty and Sadie Saxton exhibited equal improvement. The juniors placed 14th and 17th overall with respective times of 19:50 and 19:54. Though she placed 46th overall, Rory

Several area athletes gained individual berths in the PIAA championships to be held Nov. 1 in Hershey. Becca Volz and Mary Olivia Philbin led the way for Bishop Canevin, which finished sixth in the Class A girls’ standings. A sophomore, Volz finished eighth overall with a 20:55 time. A senior, Philbin placed 13th with a 21:32. “It’s really exciting, especially since it’s my senior year,” said Philbin. “It’s a good way to end my career.” For Volz, who qualified as a freshman, and Philbin, a Mt. Lebanon resident, their objectives for states are simple. “We want to try to get the best times we can and see how we match up against the others,” they said. “And,” they added, “have fun.” Caelan MacDonald qualified for Seton-La Salle. The freshman finished 14th overall for Class A girls with a 21:33 time. Danielle Hinish paced Bethel Park to a fourth-place showing in the Class AAA girls’ team standings. The junior placed ninth overall with a 19:41 time and qualified for states. Other top finishers for the Lady Hawks included: Karissa Coffield, Coutney Conway, Claire Makowski, Katelyn Hancock, Amy Bogan and Bridget Heh. Peters Township’s tandem of Nick Wolk and Chloe Grzyb qualified for states. A junior, Wolk took 10th place in Class AAA boys with a 16:50 finish. Grzyb placed 19th overall for girls. The junior clocked in at 20:01. Joseph Westrick placed 23rd in Class AAA. The Chartiers Valley junior finished in 17:07.

NA ENDS LEBO NETTERS’ SEASON Mt. Lebanon reached the semifinals in the PIAA tennis tournament before ending its season. After edging State College, 3-2, in the opening round of action in Altoona, the Lebo ladies ventured on to Hershey. In the quarterfinals played at the Hershey Racquet Club, the Blue Devils bested Harriton, 4-1. Kristi Riley won at No. 2 singles, 6-0, 6-2, while Morgan Happe captured No. 3 singles, 7-5, 6-2. Both doubles teams kept their winning streak alive. Christine Ladderer and Marikate Reese won at No. 1 doubles, 6-1, 6-1, while Lauren Carey and Brooke Warshaw combined for a 7-5, 7-5 win at No. 2 doubles. In the semifinals, Lebo dropped a 4-1 decision to North Allegheny. The Tigers went on to defeated Shady Side Academy, 3-1, for the state title. The Tigers also beat SSA for the WPIAL championship. Carey and Warshaw were the lone winners for Lebo against NA. The duo won No. 2 doubles when NA defaulted with the score tied, 5-5,

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Dominica Karpyniak Coleman

270 Prestley Road

SJ Group

Estate of Dale Parris 1346 Terrace St. $21,100 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $88,900)

CANONSBURG

$65,000 $165,000 $74,000

Brandon and Karen Reilly

Jamie Catalfamo

1389 Lucia Drive

$292,000

Amy Wetzler

Diane Ciarallo Living Trust

129 Murdock St.

$97,000

Joshua Schiller and Eliz. Hughey Ellen Wernert

409 W. College St.

Anthony Compeggie

624 1/2 S. Central Ave.

CASTLE SHANNON

Dennis Luba

Michele Bender

McGuinness Asset Prot.Trust

1405 Orr Drive

RHO Enterprises LLC

Kathleen Lindner

3712 Poplar Ave.

Elizabeth Ann Mauroff

Peter Grondziowski

604 Waterford Drive

Converge Real Estate LLC

Estate of Rita Kulesik

3818 Rebecca St.

CECIL

$112,000 $17,000

$109,900 $43,000 $137,970 $45,000

Buyer

MT. LEBANON

Price

$70,000

416 Serpentine Drive

$169,900

Kevin and Steph. Hasselwander Francois Prizinski

1387 Terrace Drive

$690,000

Braden Jasin and Holly Vandyke Joyce Cain

635 Vallevista Ave.

$137,500

Julie Ann Sullivan

Patrick Dinan

48 W. Shady Drive

$164,000

Yannick and Joy G. Fanien

Samuel Napoli

486 Salem Drive

$344,900

Maureen Lynn

Estate of Joseph Blank

750 Washington Unit 1206

$159,000

NVR Inc.

Majestic Hills LLC

Bentwood Drive

Michael and Danielle Gillespie

Bradford Smith

517 Brookfield Court

$220,000

National Transfer Services LLC

Veronica Sansom

100 Coachside Drive

$169,000

Amy Conley

National Transfer Services LLC

100 Coachside Drive

$169,000

NVR Inc.

Route 519 Assoc. L.P.

Colby St.

Tuan Le and P. Thi Thu Truong

David Louis Zampini Jr.

302 Cricketwood Court

$115,400

Nicole and Michael Scott

PNC Bank

331 Fieldbrook Drive

$278,453

Mario and Violeta I. Lejtman

Carl Grinage Jr.

216 Glen Brae Drive

Donald and Janet Fuchs

Neil Davidson

29 Green Valley Road

Stephen and Natalie McCarron

NVR Inc.

136 Highcroft Circle

D. Fulmer Jr. and Mary Fulmer

John Harton

517 Hunt Club Drive

NORTH STRABANE

$68,000

$72,000

$205,000 $1,100,000 $367,190 $416,500

Jody and Tammie Dadum

Jason Heldreth

26 Burnside Road

$65,000

Arro Indstry Drive LLC

William Rieger Jr.

Industry Drive

NVR Inc.

Overlook at Southpointe LLC

Dantry Drive

$70,000

NVR Inc.

Jonagold Land Partners L.P.

Jonagold Drive

NVR Inc.

Oakbrooke Muse Partn. L.P.

Firwood Drive

$83,000

Sharon Fincham

NVR Inc.

722 Jonagold Drive

$452,703

NVR Inc.

Oakbrooke Muse Partn. L.P.

Oakbrooke Drive

$77,000

Patrick Sandy and M.Sheldon

Ronald Levi

45 Long Drive

$187,000

Brown Development Corp.

Red 9 Properties Inc. 103 Red Nine Lane $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $38,634)

Jessica Tennant

Cheryl Miklic

170 View Ave.

$125,000

Ryan and Tracy Maruschak

Barry Watkinson

20 Ridgewood Drive

$339,900

Heather Beta

Lucinda Faye Tristani

284 William Drive

$372,000

Michele and Melissa Mason

James Penderville

25 Sunset Drive

$163,250

Curtis Dove LLC

Estate of Elizabeth Ducsay

T763

$100,000

Dennis Kennelly Jr.

Kathleen Cimarolli

1153 Valleyview Drive

$159,000

NVR Inc.

Wooden Irons L.P.

Unknown Address

$117,000

Roy and Paula Harbert

Shirley Clark

Baker Road

NVR Inc.

Overlook at Southpointe LLC

Dantry Drive

Michael and Jodie Landis

James Younghans

528 Hahn Drive

$515,000

Sara Ann Steigerwald

Robert Hammond

262 Maple Ridge Drive

$225,000

K. Capobianco and Arthur Kent

Jason Smith

113 Monaco Drive

$238,000

Gerald Bohaski

Rita Winwood

89 First St.

Cecil Township

Wash. Co. Tax Claim Bureau 36 Birch Way $1,543 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $30,599)

Robert Peternel

Mary Duffy

209 Bonaire Drive

$280,000

Tifani and Vincent Colo

NVR Inc.

2060 Dantry Drive

$358,940

Cindy Andrea and R. Andrea

Shaney Rudar

155 Fairway Landing Drive

$279,900

Scott and Kelly Wellingr

NVR Inc.

5002 Firwood Drive

$316,545

$45,000 $70,000

$80,000

R. Coulter Jr. and B. DeFrancesco Ronald Coulter Jr. 1020 King Edward Drive $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $132,401) Transformation Prop. Inv. Grp.

Anastasia Godfrey estate et al.

174 Locust St.

$63,000

$85,000

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $744,000)

Ryan Fogarty and Audra McGuire

NVR Inc.

1141 Bayberry Drive

$215,255

Paul and Susan Turner

Jacqueline Welsh

127 Chesnic Drive

$215,000

William and Jean Glaser

Summerbrooke LLC

Fuji Drive

NVR Inc.

Route 519 Associates L.P.

Highcroft Circle

Corrine Lynn Shearer

Kenneth Henderson et al.

280 Lakeview Court

$140,000

Daniel and Adrienne Gardner

Arthur & Betty Hallam Rev. Liv.

40 Linden Road

$145,000

Adam Belletti

Nancy Jean Matsin

245 Meadowview Drive

$143,000

Kevin and Renee Barry

Siddharth Shah

109 Surrey Drive

$283,500

Justin Paronish

Patrick Larkin

150 Trotwood Drive

$217,000

Christian and Tiffany Lundis

Maxim Construction LLC

207 Braun Drive

$250,500

Kevin and Joy Smith

Benjamin Statler

113 Bremen Lane

$650,000

Robert Lytle Jr. and Shirlyn Lytle

James Gehrig

110 Bunker Hill Drive

$470,000

Colby Fazio

NVR Inc.

526 Cortland Drive

$348,255

James and Heather Solava

Richard Mason

105 Crabtree Court

$525,000

Ellen Wernert

Suzanne Perhach

702 E. McMurray Road

$186,200

RAC Closing Services LLC

Bryan Brandstatter

112 Fairview Circle

$460,000

Sandip and Devina Choudhury

RAC Closing Services LLC

112 Fairview Circle

$460,000

James Pits

107 Julrich Drive

$320,000

PETERS

$89,900 $72,000

Drew Degentesh

Nathan Bernosky

211 Maple Ridge Drive

NVR Inc.

Oakbrook Muse Partn. L.P.

Oakbrook Drive

$84,000

Ken and Sarah Landis

NVR Inc.

JND Properties LLC

Windance Drive

$53,300

Wi. Spoeri et al. and Jean Spoeri Frederick Maxeiner

159 Lakeview Drive

NVR Inc.

Overlook at Southpointe LLC

Unknown Address

$70,000

Barry and Jean Watkinson

Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC

134 Mallard Lane

$446,720

Alana Marie Galvin

Eric Heller

473 Cherryhill Drive

$143,500

Joseph and Pamela Stewart

Martha Adams

50 Henderson Drive

$75,000

Shaney Rudar

Sharon L Sheehan Trust

466 Ironwood Drive

$555,000

Stephen Calabrese

Estate of Marilyn Bates

1500 Cochran Road

$155,000

NVR Inc.

Overlook At Southpointe LLC

Bridle Trail

Peter Dobbins

Edward Durkalski et al.

316 Glenn Ave.

NVR Inc.

Overlook At Southpointe LLC

Dantry Drive

Steven Zinger trustee

Estate of John Kurt Kerner

105 Green Commons Drive

$204,000

Kevin and Sheila Ferry

NVR Inc.

2059 Dantry Drive

$372,143

David Robison

John Csurilla

113 Greenbriar Drive

$100,000

David and Donna Levin

NVR Inc.

2061 Dantry Drive

$465,810

P. Abdizoirov and M. Yulkasheva

William Sewak Jr.

1454 Greentree Road

$155,000

NVR Inc.

Oakbrook Muse Partn. L.P.

Firwood Drive

Zachery Smith

Carol Raymer Sokolsy

110 Jamestown Drive Unit C

$101,500

Donald Webb III

Rebecca Ansell

1871 Route 980

Benjamiin Bayard

Barbara Lape

2034 Swallow Hill Road

C. Barnhart and Laurie Slovik

Estate of Judith Fehl

7 Wilson Ave.

$23,000

Mary Patricia McCullum

Barbara Dotter

1500 Cochran Road

$176,500

S. Sadowski Jr. and N. Sadowski

Elizabeth Ann Babeji

27 Second St.

$31,500

Ali and Hatice Unal

Mary Ann Elzer

202 McMonagle Road

$138,297

NVR Inc.

Overlook at Southpointe LLC

Bridle Trail

$90,000

Thanh Chi Lai and Khanh Phan

Matthew Palmieri

247 McMonagle Road

$163,000

NVR Inc.

Overlook at Southpointe LLC

Bridle Trail

Kevin Settelmaier

Jessica Grech

Jose Rosa

Porter Family Protector Trust

349 Cecil Henderson Road

$185,700

A. Bernhardt and B. Rozen

Alice Tafelski estate et al.

708 Paul St.

$145,000

Alcia and Samuel Sepe

NVR Inc.

1007 Coldstream

$539,558

Alan and Risa David

Annie Elizabeth Thieman Wiley

1402 Raven Drive

$180,000

NVR Inc.

Overlook at Southpointe LLC

Dantry Drive

$70,000

US Bank NA trustee

Sharleen Flecker

611 Robin Drive

John and Tiffany King

NVR Inc.

5021 Firwood Drive

NVR Inc.

Oakbrook Muse Partn. L.P.

Oakbrooke Drive

Thomas Basch and Sheila Kelly

NVR Inc.

1007 Windance Drive

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$240,900

$1,600,000

$90,000 $70,000

$76,000 $167,500

$70,000

SCOTT

$28,000

$60,000

$63,500

1726 Norsen Drive $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $62,920)

$2,026

$368,375 $83,000

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MT. LEBANON HOUSE TOUR TO BENEFIT CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL By David Singer Multimedia reporter dsinger@thealmanac.net

After 20 years of touring select Mt. Lebanon homes, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services chose to focus on kitchens this year. “We’ve chosen six homes that have re-made, re-designed or otherwise new kitchens from the original design,” realtor Marsha Roche said. As Roche and fellow realtor Susan O’ Toole set up hosts and met with homeowners for the Nov. 15 tour and luncheon, they said the kitchens on this tour emphasize an opening of space. “We really looked at how the homeowners wanted to give themselves the freedom to work in the kitchen and feel like it’s a centerpiece of the house,” O’Toole said. “The homes we chose this year are eclectic, most built in the 1980s and 90s, which have that traditional Mt. Lebanon charm, and we chose ones that accentuated classic architecture,” Roche said. Victoria King, who owns the home at 747 Somerville Drive, said her kitchen redesign in 2012 was to open up the room and give it a view. “We knocked down overhanging cabinets and put in all new windows. We wanted this to be a room to entertain family and guests and not just be a room to prepare food,” King said. Also on the tour is King’s downstairs kitchen. It was was remade in 2010 for her mother as part of her living quarters.

PHOTO COURTESY SUSAN O’ TOOLE

The open kitchen space at 841 Eisenhower Drive. “Hosting guests is no longer quite a hardship. This kitchen is self-sufficient and allows guests to stay comfortable without ever having to come upstairs,” she said. For Kelly Bumgarner of 40 Longuevue Drive, it was a switch operation. “We flip-flopped the kitchen and dining room and made them all one room. We knocked down a wall and added windows,” she said of the renovations finished around Christmas last year. The centerpiece to the new kitchen is a honedgranite island with hideaway stools. “I didn’t want shiny granite, because it looks dirty almost all the time. The slightly dulled granite top looks classic and doesn’t show dust as easily.” “But the real motivation was I felt stuck in my kitchen. It was one tiny window looking out onto the back deck. I felt trapped in here on Sundays and family gatherings. And now everything is open,” she said.

FRESH

SOUTH FAYETTE

1ST TIME ADVERTISED PROPERTIES $595,000

CHARM, WARMTH, TRADITIONAL ELEGANCE are found in this 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath on table top front lot in Old Trail. Cathedral ceiling in living room, gorgeous Kitchen, with granite, opens to sun drenched cathedral sunroom. Family room features neutral décor and fireplace flanked by custom book cases. Executive office has custom woodwork and French doors. Large master suite with tray ceiling, other three bedrooms are Ensuite. Recently finished lower level is HUGE and offers full bath with access to fenced-in yard and deck & patio. MLS#1028592.

412-833-7700 Ext. 226 Cell: 724-263-4548

$465,000

DESIGNERS CHOICE 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1 year young in the active neighborhood of Great Meadows. Soaring foyer with cascading staircase, hardwood floors throughout. Tray ceilings in dining room and Master Suite. Gourmet Kitchen features high end stainless steel appliances, granite and opens to bonus vaulted sunroom. Relax in the family room with stone fireplace. Master Suite offers walk-in closet and spa like bath. Lower level is plumbed and ready for your future great room. MLS#1031570.

Angela Mize

412-833-7700 Ext. 226 Cell: 724-263-4548

EAST WASHINGTON

$278,000

Charming East Washington Colonial. Covered porch with awnings overlooks a lush serene rear yard. One car rear entry garage with extra parking and turn around space. Sun drenched with gleaming hardwood floors. Updated baths. Built in bookshelves and French Doors to porch. Entertain with flair! MLS #1032738.

Heather Orstein 412-833-7700 Cell: 412-596-5669

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$319,900

Newer home with numerous upgrades! Features include 4 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half baths. Hardwood floors in 2 story entry, kitchen & family room. Crown moldings throughout 1st floor, living room has French doors & bay window (could be den). 2 foot extension to kitchen & family room, upgraded cabinets, center island, extra windows added, gas fireplace. Incredible master suite with cathedral ceiling, his & hers walk in closets and luxury bath with garden tub & glass shower. Convenient 2nd floor laundry. Large finished game room, separate storage room with access door to yard. Concrete drive & walk. Cul-de-sac location in a wonderful neighborhood, close to the award winning South Fayette schools! One year Home Warranty is included. Call today for additional details or to schedule a showing

Mark Ratti Team 412-833-0900 Ext. 2524 www.markratti.com

UPPER ST. CLAIR

Angela Mize

PETERS TWP.

“The kids are almost always on the island. It’s almost to the point I want to kick them out into the living room because I like the space, too. But I guess that’s a good problem to have,” husband Shane Bumgarner said. “This flip-flop arrangement, making it all one room – it shows what you can do with existing space. We spent a year and a half planning and in that plan was almost always to bump out a por-

tion of the house. We found out we didn’t need to and it’s worked very well for us,” Shane said. Tickets for the house tour are $25 and can be obtained at www.hhmtebo4childrens.com or by calling 412-561-7400. The tour is from 9:30-noon, and includes lunch from 11 a.m.noon. All proceeds go to the Children’s Hospital Free Care Fund.

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ON THE MARKET PETERS TWP.

PHOTO COURTESTY SUSAN O’ TOOLE

Victoria King’s redesigned kitchen inside her home at 747 Somerville Drive.

$795,000

mekearns@howardhanna.com

$649,000

Exceptional custom built home by Scarmazzi Homes, located in Cecil Township. Stunning details including a two story stone fireplace, designer selected hand- scraped hardwood floors, tile and lighting, and shake and board & batten siding on the exterior. Cathedral ceilings, gourmet kitchen with oversized island, and first floor master suite and guest suite. Close to Southpointe.

Mary Eve Kearns 724-941-8800 Ext. 239 Cell: 412-889-7244

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This 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home in North Strabane is much roomier than it looks. Well maintained and totally redone – Eat-in kitchen and stainless appliances. Relax on the deck off the master bedroom. Newer high efficiency furnace and air conditioning. Home Warranty included. Call Tom for a personal showing. #1031755

Tom Diehl 724-222-6550 Ext. 6215

NORTH STRABANE

$365,000

Gorgeous Colonial updated throughout! Immaculate condition. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Cul-de-sac lot. Features 4 Car Tandem garage, 2 story foyer, hardwood floors, 9’ ceilings, crown, picture & chair moldings, tray ceiling & bay window in dining room. Gourmet eat-in kitchen features 42” Cabinetry with granite tops, ceramic backsplash & stainless steel appliances & walk out to patio. Den & Laundry on First Floor. Family room features gas fireplace and surround sound. Spacious bedroom’s & master bedroom Suite features two walk-ins and jet spray tub. Lorri Fortunato 724-941-8800 Ext. 264 Cell: 724-986-2610

BETHEL PARK

$399,000

Great 4 bedroom, 3 full and 2 half baths in the sought after neighborhood of Robinhood in Peters Township. Possible master on the main floor with ADA accessible full bath. Office: 724-941-3000 Ext. 33 Cell: 724-825-0599

$176,900

www.lorrifortunato.howardhanna.com

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Joanne Bates

Mark Ratti Team 412-833-0900 Ext. 2524 www.markratti.com

LARGER THAN IT LOOKS

Mary Eve Kearns 724-941-8800 Ext. 239 Cell: 412-889-7244

PETERS TWP.

$194,900

One of a kind sprawling ranch features 2 spacious bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms. Open living & dining rooms with hardwood floors, custom kitchen with octagon dining area, master suite with walk-in closet / dressing area. Large finished basement has game room, den, and utility room. Screened in rear patio overlooks the level, fenced in back yard. New Pella windows, newer roof, central air, hot water tank. Extra parking in driveway. Wonderful neighborhood, excellent schools, convenient location! One year Home Warranty included. Call for additional details or to schedule a showing!

NORTH STRABANE

The epitome of elegance located in the heart of Westminster Manor. Governor’s driveway and level entry leads to a traditional center hall colonial with eat in kitchen, family room with fireplace and wet bar, opening to a covered patio and lush landscaped grounds. Open, turned staircase leads to 5 bedrooms, including luxurious master suite with fireplace. Finished lower level with exercise and game room, and attached garage.

CECIL TWP.

UPPER ST. CLAIR

$350,000

5 Bedroom, 3.5 bath home on .6 acre usable lot. 2 Car attached garage plus 1 car integral garage (aka The Man Cave.) Main floor bedroom is handicap accessible next to large bath with oversized tub with grab bars & laundry. 2 decks & hot tub. Excellent home for entertaining!

Mary Purmort 724-941-8000 Ext. 14 412-260-4818 mary@vintagerealestatellc.com

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real estate deed transfers Buyer

Seller

SOUTH FAYETTE

Address

Price

Jane MacArtney

George J Schultze Residual Trust 507 Hunters Path Unit 21A

Patrick and Sadequa Burkett

Jason Masko

8723 Lindsay Lane

David Hirt

Craig Delaney

Main Street Ext.

NVR Inc.

Newbury Dev. Assoc. L.P.

1269 Newbury Highland

$114,000

Oliver and Lisa Olson

Mark Bailey

513 Old Fayette Trail

$257,000

Kimberly Crognale

Pauline Dolinar

156 Russetts Circle

$90,000

Michael Bruce

Carol Uranker

210 Ruth Way

$252,500

Richard Brennan

Robert Butts

402 S. Battery Drive

$250,000

Kenneth and Eun Jeong Scott

Housing & Urban Development

1309 Sandstone Drive

$241,000

NVR Inc. Berkley Holdings LLC 2002 Berkley Ridge Drive Daniel and Lauren O’Rourke Eric Lawlor

$91,000 133 Firwood Drive

$52,827 $390,000 $20,000

$224,000

183 Firwood Drive $156,000 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $239,790)

Buyer

Seller

Address

UPPER ST. CLAIR

Price

Glenn and Theresa Avick, trustees Margaret Witner

130 Barlety Road

$148,000

David and Rachel Farrell

Thomas Whyard trustee

312 Carmell Drive

$235,000

Donald and Denise Payne

Paul Adair

2441 Huntington Drive

$310,000

Yania and Jason Bates

Kristopher Pattison

1469 Lattidome Drive

$239,400

Stephanie Arner

Madeline Berster

448 Long Drive

$132,500

Kashif and Naheeda Shaikh

Yongjun Zhang

95 Long Drive

$113,000

Toni Graham

William Graham

1450 Mayview Road

$180,000

Jose Arnoldo Gomez

Scott Serene

2649 Old Washington Road

$170,235

Brian and Jennifer Bowen

William Price

2539 Giant Oaks Drive

$269,900

Balaji and Deepika Vajjala

William Karashin

574 Harrogate Road

$368,000

P. and Jaiminiben Patel

Terry Yvonne Dasdorf

1394 Langport Drive

$243,000

Christopher and Denise Staub

George Thiros

520 Long Drive

$260,000

S.Polstyanko and E. Egunova

John Bourlogianis

416 Forest Estates Drive

$140,000

SJ Group

Mark Bower

Jeffrey and Jennifer Coccaro

Maronda Homes Inc.

1041 Granite Drive

$246,165

Jeffrey and Amanda Manning

JoAnn Niesen trustee

1190 Turnberry Drive

$975,000

Craig and Rebecca Delaney

Maronda Homes Inc.

1046 Granite Drive

$308,155

Lori Dupre

Jeffrey Manning

1738 Waterford Court

$770,000

Michael Lee and Sarah Holiday

David DellaSalla

138 Greenwood Drive

$199,700

Michael and Jennifer Snyder

Alfred Borza

153 Greenwood Drive

$173,000

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PENNDOT PUBLIC MEETING STATE ROUTE 3044, SECTION A01 Castle Shannon Boulevard Roadway Improvement Project The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PENNDOT) District 11-0 is conducting a public meeting for the SR 3044-A01 project located in Mt. Lebanon Township, Allegheny County. A portion of the project is located within the Mt. Lebanon Historic District. The purpose of this meeting is to present the proposed project scope and schedule. In addition, PENNDOT will be available to answer questions and gather feedback.

When:

November 6, 2014

Time:

5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 5:15 presentation

Location:

Mt. Lebanon Township Municipal Building

710 Washington Road Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228 For more information contact: Kelly Nulph, Project Manager PENNDOT, District 11-0 45 Thoms Run Road Bridgeville, Pennsylvania 15017 Telephone: 412-429-2801 *The plans viewing location is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In addition, if you or an individual with whom you are familiar does not speak English as their primary language and who has a limited ability to read, write, speak, or understand English desires to view these plans or if you require special assistance to view the plans or need additional information please contact the number above. ALM-10-29

Help Wanted FULL -TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR PIPE LAYERS, FOREMAN & EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Experience necessary. Apply online: neiswongerinc.com

Help Wanted IMMEDIATE CLEANERS

HOUSEKEEPERS PART-TIME positions in our beautiful retirement community helping to maintain a clean, safe and aesthetically comfortable environment. Minimum of one year institutional housekeeping experience required, health care experience preferred. Work a daylight schedule generally Monday through Friday. We offer a competitive salary starting at $8.41 per hour, but will pay higher with experience. Part-time benefits include paid vacation time, free parking, uniforms are provided, and a matching tax deffered annuity.

412-310-4554 or email ellen@gslpgh.com

LANDSCAPE HELP

The Municipality of Bethel Park is seeking interested

LANDSCAPE HELP Team Leaders / Team Members

Experience preferred. Full-time with Health Benefits, Bonus & 401k Must have valid driver’s license. GROWING SEASONS LANDSCAPING Bridgeville, PA

Team Leaders / Team Members

Experience preferred. Full-time with Health Benefits, Bonus & 401k Must have valid driver’s license. GROWING SEASONS LANDSCAPING Bridgeville, PA

412-310-4554 or email ellen@gslpgh.com

Investigate Before You Invest

or send your resume in confidence to: HUMAN RESOURCES

Always a good policy, especially for business opportunities and franchises. Call the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Bureau of Consumer Protection at 610-821-6690 or the Federal Trade Commission at 877-FTC-HELP for free information. Or visit their website at www.ftc.gov./bizop

1290 Boyce Road Upper St. Clair, PA 15241 EOE

PIPE WELDERS / FITTERS

For consideration, call

724-941-3100, ext 116

Friendship Village of South Hills

For our special rates on prayers call The Almanac Classified Dept. at 724-949-1193 or Come To The office: Boyce Plaza II 2600 Boyce Rd. Suite 142, Upper St. Clair, PA 15241

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Retail Sales Assoc. Looking for a customer oriented individual who has retail experience, is well organized, professional and comfortable selling. Position is responsible for providing print/pack/ship services, operating office equipment, and conducting related duties of retail center in South Hills. Requirements: Sales-oriented, 1-3 years retail experience, lift up to 50 lbs., basic computer skills required; prefer basic knowledge of MS Word, Publisher. Part-time position. Send resume and salary requirements to printpackshipstore@ gmail.com.

(House) Mon-Fri, Daylight. Paid travel/mileage. Car required. Up to $11/hr 412-606-1821

GARAGE ATTENDANT Mt. Lebanon, High Rise Residence, Indoor Garage. 10pm-6am shift. Primarily security position, limited parking of cars. Valid PA license, dependable. Some 4pm-10pm shifts available 412-531-7100

Help Wanted

Experienced, x-ray quality, physically capable, Shop & field. FULL TIME. Competitive wage & benefits. Willing to work overtime. Valid drivers license required. Welding, drug + alcohol tests & background check. FAX resume to:

412-384-2107 or email to:

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residents to serve on the Bethel Park Cable TV Board or the Board of Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services. Send letter and resume to the following by noon, November 24, 2014. William J. Spagnol, Manager Municipality of Bethel Park 5100 West Library Avenue Bethel Park, PA 15102

Wait Staff & Bus Staff FULL & PART-TIME positions available in our luxury retirement community restaurant. No experience necessary, but we will pay you a higher wage if you have worked in the restaurant industry. We offer a competitive wage and pay you for your experience. We have part-time benefit packages, including paid vacation, a credit union, free parking, and a matching deferred pension program. Call to find out more information or to set up a confidential interview: 724-941-3100, ext 116, e-mail your resume to: employmentfriendshipvillagepa@ Lifespacecommunities.com or mail your resume to: Human Resources

Friendship Village of South Hills 1290 Boyce Road Upper St. Clair, PA 15241 EOE

We Link Buyers & Sellers The Almanac Classifieds 724-949-1193 O C T O B E R29-NOVEMBER 2 9 - N O V E M B E R4,4 ,2014 2 0 1 4 • 339 9 OCTOBER

Health Care CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANT Busy Chiropractic office needs an energetic, personable, part-time assistant to process insurance claims. Previous exp. with insurance/ collections desirable but not necessary. Attention to detail & a positive attitude are essential. Hours Tues 8am-5pm and Wed 8am-7pm. Send resume by FAX 412-257-8121 or Email: DC31983@gmail.com

HOUSEKEEPER FT- DAY SERVER FT - DAY NURSES AIDE LPN/RN The Grand Residence at Upper St. Clair 45 McMurray Road

412-833-2500

EOE Compliant

NOW HIRING Direct Care Workers & Team Supervisors We reward our staff with competitive wages $10.25 - $10.75 / hr, multiple schedules available (Full Time and PRN openings), outstanding health and wellness benefits, paid time off, paid training, cell phone discount plan, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and more. •Feel free to check our website out at www.nhsonline.org •Visit our career opportunities & apply online at http:// nhsonline.org/careers •Walk Ins Encouraged NHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! M/F/D/V

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it’s the best way to get more bang for your buck Call our Classified Dept.

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Health Care Part time help wanted for Doctor’s office near South Hills Village. Patient contact with front and back office duties. Approximately 16 hours each week. Must be flexible. Will train. Send letter of interest and resume to: officeposition@verizon.net

PART-TIME and PER DIEM positions open on various shifts for nurses to work in our beautiful retirement community. Prior experience in long term care preferred. PA nursing license required. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package, including paid vacation time, free parking, and a matching tax deferred annuity.

Call 724-941-3100, ext. 116

to schedule an interview and see how you can make a positive impact on the residents at Friendship Village of South Hills.

Friendship Village of South Hills

Instructions

CLOTHES - Boys’ fall/winter, size 3, box of 19, brand names, $30. 412-877-0066

BOSE WAVE MUSIC SYSTEM

PIANO LESSONS

CLOTHES - Boys’ fall/winter, size 4, box of 19, brand names, $30. 412-877-0066

724-470-4384

412-563-5792

ATTENTION PET OWNERS

PREPARATORY PIANO

Ages 5-1/2-8 - 6 week class .......................................... Beginning to Advanced Long established Mt. Lebanon teacher,

Education CCBC Wash. Co. Center 125 Technology Dr. Canonsburg, PA 724-480-3581 Train for Casino Jobs!

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 $950 2 Bedrooms: $1,060 All utilities included

(412) 831-9454

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General Merchandise items priced $300 or less Appears 2 weeks in The Almanac *One item per ad *Price must appear in ad *10 Ad Maximum *Private Party Only *No Pets Ads Place ads online at: classifieds@thealmanac.net or The Almanac Boyce Plaza II 2600 Boyce Plaza Rd. Suite 142 Upper St. Clair, PA 15241 free ads cannot be accepted over the phone

MT. LEBANON

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

(412) 563-4665

Apartment Rentals

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. YORKIE’S - MALES 13 Weeks CKC registered $300, 1 female $400 724-255-4198

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Lawn & Garden Equipment Ragan Sales 1569 SmithTwp State Rd. Atlasburg 724-947-3500 www.mragansales.com

General Merchandise

360 Washington Rd. Washington PA, 724-225-4160 www.sharpsfurniture.com

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.

Comes with wave multi CD changer, wave connect kit for Ipods, $750/best offer.

BOWFLEX POWER PRO 210 pound, resistance, Great Condition $500. 724-222-8474 BOWL - Crystal, beveled w/2 crystal candle holders, hanging prisms, $59.99 412-833-3377

BURIAL SPACE

(2) entombment chambers, Garden of Last Supper section, Forest Lawn Gardens, Peters Twp. $5,000. 412-260-7455 CABINET - Child’s, + 3 display shelves, 2 doors, maple, Saks 5th Ave., $59. 412-854-3637 CANDLEHOLDER - Wooden totem pole, made in Alaska, $65. 724-941-4912

Carpet Tile Hardwoods Vinyl 408 S. Main Street, Wash. 724-229-5330 CEMETERY PLOTS - (2) Forest Lawn Garden, $800 for both. 724-948-2377

CEMETERY LOTS - (4) Jefferson Memorial, (4) for $4,000 or (2) for $2,000. Price negotiable. 412-766-6156

CEMETERY CRYPT

Mt. Lebanon Mausoleum, 1 crypt, heart level, $18,000.

412-563-1429

CEMETERY PLOTS - (3)

Jefferson Memorial Cemetery, side by side, in most uniquely beautiful setting in the Garden of the Last Supper, Section (M-K) and facing the 10 descending reflecting pools. $1,000 ea. or make offer.

412-576-5292

CENTERPIECES - Beautiful, (2) artificial flowers, colorful, $50/both. 412-833-3377 CHAIN HOIST - American made, low headroom, runs on I-beam, $250. 412-835-7420 CHAIR - Director’s, new, high back, reclines/swivels, black leather, $65. 412-835-7420 CHAIR - Oak, fabric seat, antique, lovely accents any room, $110. 412-854-3637

ATARI/VIDEOS/DISCS- Many games/comics/math, w/cases excellent, $25/all. 412-854-0123

CHAIR - Upholstered gray tweed, cushion back, comfy for TV, read, $35. 412-854-3637

BASKETBALL HOOP- Portable, Spalding, $125. 412-915-8173

CHAIR -Taupe fabric, oak arms & curved back, fine quality, excellent, $115. 412-854-0123

BED FRAME - King size, in excellent condition, $25. 724-941-8722 BED FRAME - New, for King/Queen size bed, $50. 412-897-1788 BED/MATTRESS - Twin, white wood, drawer option, $130. 412-915-8173

BEDROOM 8 pieces, 2 end tables/marble tops, decorative/solid hardware, elegant set, perfect condition, moving, $3,590. 412-854-3637

CLOTHES - Boys’ fall/winter, size 5, box of 13, brand names, $30. 412-877-0066 CLOTHING - Womens/mens/ kids/infants, good quality, clean, 4 for $10. 412-854-0123 COAT - Men’s winter coat, tan, like new, size 42, $50. 412-831-0436 COATS - (2) winter, black & blue, brand new w/tags, size 18 & 22, $50/both. 412-833-3377 COLLECTOR PLATES Hans Christian Andersen, set of 9, $160. 724-941-4912 COUCH - Off white, like new, clean, loose back pillows, $50. 412-341-7640

CRYPTS - Queen of Heaven

Mausoleum, (2) spaces, 104 in Crucifixion Corridor C, 2nd tier, inside, $11,000 or best offer. 724-348-7329

ARMOIRE - For TV, light wood, 75Hx37W, doors top/bottom, top carving, $250. 412-854-2941

BEDROOM SET - Antique 6 piece, Mahogany, 4 post full bed, $400. 412-882-7971

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

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General Merchandise

BLAZER - Ladies Alfred Dunner new, black wool, size 12, $35. 412-831-0436

Plus

BROOKLINE - 2nd floor duplex, 2 bedroom, living room, family room, equipped kitchen, wall to wall, washer/dryer, no pets. Immediate occupancy. $800+ utilities. 412-571-0448

Apartment Rentals

General Merchandise

ADOPT A REAL FRIEND We’ll Make You Smile... Satisfaction Guaranteed Washington Area Humane Society 724-222-7387

RHYTHM BAND

1290 Boyce Road Upper St. Clair, PA 15241 EOE

This publication never knowingly publishes advertising that is untruthful, fraudulent or misleading and has adopted standards for acceptance or rejection of advertising. We strive to promote ethical business practices in the marketplace and to serve the best interest of the public. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an advertisement offer or claim, it is recommended that you contact the Better Business Bureau of Western Pennsylvania to check on the reliability of the firm or person placing that ad. They can be reached at 412-456-2700 weekdays between 8:30 am3:30 pm or their website www.pittsburgh.bbb.org

Pets

CHAIR MASSAGE UNIT Originally $200, sell $45. 724-941-8722 CHAIRS - Dining, (4) lacquered slate velvet seats, solid wood, $225/all. 412-854-3637 CHEST - Pine chest of drawers, very good shape, $25. 724-746-0667 CHINA CLOSET - With lighted glass & mirror, antique white, shelves, $40. 724-746-0667 CHIPPER / SHREDDER - Used, needs a little work, $300 or best offer. 724-941-8913

CRYPT - Forest Lawn, Peace Mausoleum, side by side, 4th level, includes entombment fees, valued at $14,500, asking $11,500/make offer. 724-745-9269 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

DESK - Corner desk, $30. 724-746-0667 DESK - School, antique walnut seat & writing top, book shelf, $129. 412-854-3637 DESK TOP Wooden desk top, $10. 724-941-8722 DINING ROOM SET - 8 piece, lighted china, table/6 chairs, $395. 412-221-2713

DINING ROOM SET - 8 piece oak, china cabinet, table, 6 chairs, beautiful, $550 or make offer. MUST SELL!

412-279-7337

DOLL - Dynasty Doll, so cute, must see, collectible, bargain $35. 412-833-3377 DOLL - Goldilocks, with certificate of authenticity, new in box, $25. 412-279-3288 DOLL - Grandma cotton doll, 18”, gray hair, blue dress/pink apron, $25. 412-833-3377 DOLL -Musical collectible from Schmid Doll Gallery, plays “La Vien Rose”, $50. 412-833-3377 DRUM SET - 5 piece w/cymbals & stands, seat, very nice!! Sacrifice, $249. 724-942-3708 DRUMS - 6 pc & Cases, Mapex Snare & Stands, Zildjians $650. 803-487-8161 DRYER - KitchenAid, gas, super capacity, $200. 412-831-0436 DVD/CD PLAYER - Sony 400 DVP-CX995V, brand new, sealed box, $300. 724-941-1149 ESB TANNING BED 110 Electrical Outlet, Great Condition $600. 724-222-8474

CHRISTMAS ELVES - Porcelain, (3) Homco vintage, colorful, perfect, $20. 412-279-3288

FAINTING CHAISE / BENCH Roaring 1920s, antique restored, excellent condition, moving, $479. 412-854-3637

BEDROOM Burl Mahogany, 5 piece with large beautiful hardware, magnificent complete set, excellent condition, was $7,999, now $3,199. Moving. 412-854-3637

CHRISTMAS LIGHT SETS - (7) 150 light & (6) 100 light multicolor, $65 all. 412-877-0066

FILE CABINET - Metal five drawer, $75. Can deliver. 412-787-5048

CLOTHES - Boys’ fall/winter, 12-18 months, box of 22, brand names, $30. 412-877-0066

FILE CABINET - Metal with (4) 3 ft. long drawers, $40. 724-746-0667

BICYCLE - 10 speed, female "Mt. Climber/RoadMaster" made in USA, $49. 412-770-7842

CLOTHES - Boys’ fall/winter, 3-9 months, box of 14, brand names, $25. 412-877-0066

FILING CABINET - 2 drawer, gray, steel, $30. Leave message, 412-835-0315

BLANKET - Electric w/controls, be warm/cold nights, clean, like new, $24. 412-854-0123

CLOTHES - Boys’ fall/winter, size 2, box of 26, brand names, $35. 412-877-0066

FLOOR JACK - Sears, 3 ton, needs seal, as is, $30. Leave message, 412-835-0315

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General Merchandise FLOWER BASKET - Artificial, large, colorful & beautiful, $39.99. 412-833-3377 FOOT REST STOOL (Ottoman) Provincial w/wood legs, upholstered seat, $25. 412-833-3377 FOOT STOOL - Brass base, neutral upholstered seat, like new, sturdy, $35. 412-854-0123 FURNITURE - Girl’s bedroom, 6 drawer captain’s bed, pull out desk with chair, 5 drawer chest, 6 drawer dresser with mirror, tall bookcase, $1,500. 412-215-3932

General Merchandise

HOLIDAY DISHES - Dishwasher safe/microwave, $20 place setting. 412-854-3637

JEANS - Ladies blue, new, 2 pair, Levi/Lee, size 4M, $40. 412-831-0436

HOME GYM - ParaBody Home Gym, $250. 724-941-2070

JEANS - Ladies new w/tags, Gloria Vanderbilt, size 8P, $18. 412-831-0436

HOOSIER -Vintage, early 1900, porcelain enamel bottom, $1,200. 412-221-1647

JELLY JARS - Quilted crystal, 8 oz., clean, 3 dozen, $15. 412-531-8559

HOUSEPLANTS - 6 beautiful, orange tree, aloe, wandering jew, more, all $25. 412-833-3377

KIDS ITEM - PBS kids sprout dance along pink furry Jingbah 2004 Hasbro, $10. 412-279-3288

JACKET - + zipout fleece vest/ hood, sharp, new, can gift,was $159, now $65. 412-854-3637

General Merchandise LEAF SHREDDER/WOOD CHIPPER - Never used, electric, 1.5 HP Patriot, $900. Call 412-341-5725

MIRROR - (1) beveled door mirror, 13x48, $90. 412-344-9199 MIRRORS - (2) Dresser/Wall, pecan finish, Thomasville, 18x49, $200/both. 412-344-9199 MOBILITY SCOOTER WC-Go-Go Elite, lightweight, 5 months young, orig. $1200, now $800. 412-854-4455

FUTON FRAME - Solid wood, golden oak finish, like new, $50 or best offer. 724-969-0663

JACKET - Junior, brown leather, size 5, $45. 412-831-0436

KITCHEN TABLE / CHAIRS Solid maple kitchen table/6 chairs, excellent condition, 42”Wx60”L, extends to 78”L, black pedestal base, maple top, 6 maple chairs, $450 or best offer. 724-942-3557

GENERATOR - PowerLand, 10,000 Watt, Tri-Fuel, New $1,100. 724-945-6409

JACKET - Ladies, new, red, reversible, size M, $40. 412-831-0436

KUBOTA 175 DIESEL with Woods Belley Mower $3,500. 724-926-8970

MUD FLAP - Ultraguard 94”W w/hardware, for motor home, $150. Also new tire & rim, 255/80 R 22.5, $150. 724-941-1342

HALLOWEEN WITCH - To stake in yard, new from craft show, life size, $25. 724-941-4912

JACKET -Letterman, black/gold wool, leather insets,“M”, great condition, $20. 412-877-0066

LADDER - 40’ high density aluminum, $300. Leave message, 412-835-0315

NATIVITY MANGER SET- Indoor beautiful colors & designs, $25. 412-833-3377

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Your Local Guide to Business & Services

Air Conditioning

Grass Cutting

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

20 Landscaping ...........................................(412) 860-1118 .......................www.20landscaping.com

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

Asphalt Paving/Sealing Gee Bee Asphalt Paving ...........................................(412) 831-9816 ...........................................(412) 403-8899 South Hills Ken’s Services, Asphalt Sealing & Repair ...........................................(412) 279-0803 ...........................................(724) 745-7122 South Hills Todd’s Asphalt Sealing Inc. ...........................................(724) 941-1024 ......................................................PA#016124 ..........................www.toddsasphalt.com

NATIVITY SET - With Stable, 6 piece lighted, outdoor, $25. 724-746-0667 NECKLACE – Native American malachite liquid silver, beautiful, $100. 724-941-4912

Gutters/Gutter Cleaning Dan Fink Home Improvements ............................................(724) 941-3347 PA #1127 Weber Construction ............................................(412) 563-6128 PA #31176

PALLET JACK - Lift Rite, 4500 capacity, $195. 412-835-7420 PANTS - Men’s, brown/tan, 38”x27”, 2 pair, $25/both. 412-831-0436

PATIO SET - 5 piece, new cushions, sofa, 2 chairs, end/ coffee table,$600. 724-514-6170

Doggrell Painting Interior/Exterior ...........................................(412) 343-4567 ...........................................(412) 362-2555 ...................www.doggrellpainting.com .............................. doggrell@verizon.net

Receiver/Synthesizer/ CD/Phone/Am-FM - Sony, 12 channels, $35. 412-854-0123

ROBE - Men’s, new, black/gray w/white stripe, Nautica, new, size M, $35. 412-831-0436

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

20 Landscaping ............................................(412) 860-1118 ........................www.20landscaping.com

Paws Plus Pet Sitting Service ............................................(412) 655-8191 .............www.pawspluspetsitting.com South Hills/Peters Twp. Areas

Tree Services

Plumbing Contractors

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

PURSE - Tommy Hilfiger black/ gray, barely used, great condition, $30. 412-877-0066

Snow Removal

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

Insurance

PRINTER - HP Photosmart, color & black white w/book, complete, $39. 412-854-3637

Fuzzy Paws Pet Villa & Spa and Doggie Day Care ............................................(724) 746-3899 ..............................www.fuzzy-paws.com

Fran Rauscher Plastering ...........................................(412) 833-8142

Electricians

POKER/ROULETTE TABLE W/chips, cherry wood, nice, 6 games, $199! 724-942-3708

Seamstress

Painting Contractors

Plastering Contractors

Sarah Kramer ...........................................(412) 561-4331 ...........................................(412) 848-0530

PING PONG TABLE Collapsible, $150. 724-941-2070

RING – 10K Gold filigree with Diamonique marquise stone, Size 5, $100. 724-941-4912

Taylor Fireplace ..........................................(724) 941-7483

PICTURE – Ethan Allen seaside picture, soft blues, $125. 724-941-4912

RING - 14K Gold Amethyst, size 3, $65. 724-941-4912

Heating Contractors

Housecleaning

General Merchandise

OIL FURNACE, Williams, 95,000 /140,000 BTU. 6 yrs. old. $800. 412-751-4697

Pet Services

Chimney Cleaning & Repairs

Barton Electric ............................................(724) 356-7887 ............................................(724) 941-7887 South Hills PA#020296 McMonagle Electric ..........................(Business) (412) 885-2299 ................................. (Day) (412) 951-5685 PA#006915

MOUNTAIN BIKE - Full suspension, $50. 412-787-5048

General Merchandise

Michael Poremski Plumbing & Heating Company ..........................Pittsburgh (412) 531-3035 .........................South Hills (412) 885-9042 ...........www.michaelporemskiplumbing.com PA#052788 Mike Nahm Plumbing ...........................................(412) 341-3282 South Hills PA#030219

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

A-Neighborhood Tree / Bucket Truck / Crane Service ...........................................(412) 833-1021 ...........................................(412) 882-5232 PA#025869 Tarter Tree Service ...........................................(724) 942-4826

Tutorial Services Tutoring Inc. Natalie Seery ...........................................(412) 496-3606 .......................tutoringinc@comcast.net South Hills & Washington County

Website Design WJDesigns & Consulting - Bethel Park ...........................................(412) 759-2835 ................................www.wjdesigns.com

Retaining Walls Excavating/Bobcat Work

Landscape Supplies

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

Galati Nursery ...........................................(724) 745-8001 South Hills / Washington County

20 Landscaping ...........................................(412) 860-1118 .......................www.20landscaping.com

20 Landscaping ...........................................(412) 860-1118 .......................www.20landscaping.com Dirt Dugan Landscaping, Inc. ...........................................(724) 348-4476

Window & Gutter Cleaning Limerick Window & Gutter Cleaning ...........................................(412) 508-7899 ........................... limerickwindow@aol.com ...........www.limerickwindowandgutter.com

To advertise here, contact the Classified Department today at: (724) 949-1193

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General Merchandise

RUN TILL SOLD!

SOFA/LOVESEAT - Scarlet/ gold, excellent condition, 3 years old, $425. 412-276-1930

Sell Your Merchandise $301 & up for just $19.99* (*for 3 lines)

Tires- Four P225/55R17 Hankook Optimo H727, $140 (724)356-2277

Women’s Clothing - Galleria/ Arden B, XS/small, lovely, like new, $12. 412-854-3637

SOFA/LOVESEAT - Glabman Paramount, custom made for Potomac, exquisite! $700. 724-941-6292, 724-413-4726

TIRES - (4) Brand new 215/70R16 tires with steel wheels for Honda CRV LX, $600/best offer. 412-327-2484

YANMAR YM1100 DIESEL with Rear Scraper Blade $1,500. 724-926-8970

It’s easy to place your ad. Call:

SPOONER - Anchor Hocking vintage crystal spooner, mint condition, $10. 412-279-3288

TIRES TRUCK - (4) on 8 hole Rims, LT215/85/R16 $50 each. 724-947-5960

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TOILET SEAT - Handicapped raised seat plus bar, $10. 724-941-8722

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

The Almanac Boyce Plaza II 2600 Boyce Plaza Rd., Suite 142 Pittsburgh, PA 15241 Attn: Classified Dept. SAIL BOAT LAMP - Silver sails, port holes, light, clock, walnut, antique, $295. 412-854-3637 SANTA CLAUS - Motion activated face, talks & sings, beautiful, $10. 412-279-3288 SANTA FACE - Sings, talks & sings, beautiful face, motion activated, $10. 412-279-3288 SHEETS - Twin bed, new in package, top & fitted bottom, $10. 412-279-3288 SHIRT – Men’s NEW from Bar Harbor, Maine, henley style, size large, $25. 724-941-4912

Sprowls City Appliance & TV 996 W. Chestnut St., Wash. 724-225-5760 www.sprowlsandsons.com

STAIRLIFT

Acorn stairlift, Superglide 120. Used 6 times. Original price $3,750. Will sell for $1,500. 7 months old.

724-348-4647

STEMWARE - 60+ yrs old, water/wine/cocktail/sherbet, 3 for $12. 412-854-0123 SUITCASE - Samsonite Silhouette 26” hardside spinner, new, black, $150. 724-941-1728 TABLE - Solid wood kitchen table, 40”x60”, $20. 724-941-8722 TABLES (3) - coffee + 2 end, wrought iron, very sturdy, perfect, $119/all. 412-854-0123

TABLE/CHAIRS - Solid oak, ball & claw foot table, 40” round plus 21” extension & 4 matching, chairs, $600.

TOILET SEAT - New, raised wooden stationary w/back, $25. 412-833-3377 TOY - Fisher Price Grocery Checkout, cash register, coins, etc., $10. 412-877-0066 TOY - Snugglekins monkey, makes cooing sounds, so cute, $10. 412-279-3288 TRAIN SET-HO Gauge, 4’x6’ wood platform w/accessories, $200. 412-833-0894 TRACTOR - Sears riding tractor, 15.5 OHV Kohler engine,6 speed, 42” deck with bagger, chains & plow. As is where is. $320. Leave message, 412-835-0315 TREADMILL - Sears Lifestyler, Auto Incline, 1.25 HP DC Motor, $145. Call 412-833-7752 TV - 32” Sony, remote, super color/picture/sound, cable ready, $49. 412-854-0123

412-831-7810

TV - Samsung 40” LCD w/stand & remote, beautiful picture, $300. 724-941-1149

SHOES - Ann Taylor high heels, size 9M, black, like new, $10. 412-279-3288

TIRES - Michelin Snow Tires, 205/55-R16, excellent condition, $100. 724-941-2070

Video Conferencing/Internet Voice/Microphone/Gaming, new, can gift,$69. 412-854-0123

SHOES - Ladies tennis shoes, leather, white, size 6.5, new in box, $25. 412-831-0436

TIRES - Michelin tires, two 205/55/R16, $100. 412-221-3795

WALKER - 4 wheel, w/hand brakes & seat, $49. 724-942-3708

SNOW GLOBE - Musical, plays 15 songs, new in box, $20. 412-279-3288

TIRES -(2) Snow Trakker radial, P215/60-R16, less than 100 miles, $160/both. 412-835-7420

WALKER - Deluxe model, used once, seat, backrest, hand, brakes, etc., $65. 412-833-5953

SHIRT - NHRA John Force shirt, cap, book, mug, photo, signed, new, $100. 724-941-4912

Antiques TOP PRICES PAID FOR OLD RUGS

Clean Repair & Appraise Mt. Lebanon, 15228

412-563-1212

Garage/Yard Sale CECIL TWP./ BRIDGEVILLE

Estate Sale Friday, Oct. 31 & Saturday, Nov. 1 9 am-3 pm 1076 Morgan Rd.

Contents of Family Home Something For Everyone Especially Collectors, Crafters, Quilters & Handymen! Also: Kitchen Items, Solid Cherry Dining Room Set w/6 Chairs, 3 Leaves & Pads; Hutch, Buffet Server, China Closet w/Homer Laughlin China, Stemware, Living Room Sofa w/Pullout Bed, Vintage Children’s Toys & Magazines, Tools, Nearly New Cub Cadet Lawn Mower w/50” Deck & Lots More!

Directions: Morganza Rd. to Morgan Rd., First House on Right before the Cemetery of the Alleghenies.

Garage/Yard Sale ESTATE SALE- CRAFTON 4 Lawson Ave 15205 Sat Nov 1st 8am-3pm, Antiques, c1900 Larkin desk, mission oak desk, oak secretary desk, large arts & crafts china cabinet, carved Cigar Indian, claw foot piano stool, settee, smoke stand, Boy Scout, craft/sewing, bookcases, hall seat, 1000+ books, NASA/space collectibles, trains, jewelry, tools, lawnmower, clocks, corner computer desk, bedroom furniture, sofa, Christmas, pottery, kitchenware, canning, home décor, more. Pics at: www.AntiqueResource.com

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.

Delivery Problems 724-949-1208

Garage/Yard Sale MT. LEBANON Rummage Sale Saturday, Nov. 1 9 am-2 pm Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church 3319 West Liberty Ave. Christmas decorations, winter coats & sweaters, kids’ clothes & toys. PETERS TWP/VENETIA 2 Family Garage Sale Sat. & Sun., Nov. 1-2 9 am-3 pm 209 Canterwood Dr.

Lots of tools, kitchen/ household items, kid’s misc., Something for Everyone!

PRESTO (15142)

Estate Sale Saturday, November 1 7:30 am-3:00 pm Upholstered Leather & Hardwood Furnishings, Decorator Items, Lamps, Artwork, China, Glassware/ Barware, Linens, Dining Room Set, Bedroom Sets, Occasional Tables & Chairs, Outdoor Furnishings, Kitchen Items, Lots of Miscellaneous.

Delivery Available in our Enclosed Box Truck! Directions: Prestley Rd., Hilltop Rd., Cambridge Dr. to

105 Fair Acre Court

Follow The Yellow Arrows!

Golden Estate Sales

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Garage/Yard Sale SHALER (15101) Estate Sale Saturday, November 1 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m

Beautiful Oak Dining Room, Oak Kitchen Table/ Chairs, Ornate Mirrors, Sofa/Loveseat, Ornate Glass/Brass Coffee/End Tables, Antique Smith Typewriter, Kneehole Desk, Pendleton Chest/Dresser, This End Up Sofa/Loveseat, Wicker, Antique Full Bedrooms, Antique Stove, Twin Beds, Oak Chairs, Power Singer Sewing Machine/Notions/Bolts Fabric, Bookcases, Wrought Iron Bench, Pictures/Prints, Collectibles, China, Glassware, Stoneware, Full Kitchen, Pyrex, Lamps, Furs, Bedding, Linens, Occasional Chairs, Costume Jewelry, Safe, Loads Ladies Clothing, Trunks, Bakeware, Washer /Dryer, Refrigerator, Tappan Vintage Stove, Microwave, Treadmill, Phones, Records, Oak Chairs, Vintage Table/ Chairs, Yard Tools, Full Garage and Much, Much More!!

309 Coachman Rd.

Law Estate Sales (412) 298-2381 lawestatesales.com

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

ANTIQUES / COLLECTIBLES ~ WANTED ~

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

Please Call Janine

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

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

Deadline For

The Almanac Classified Display and Line Ads is Monday 10 AM Service Repairs

Fuel-Soil-Stone

CORDWOOD

Top quality, clean, seasoned one year, split, 4’x8’x16”, $120. Stacking available. Serving the South Hills for over 35 years.

Weekdays: (412) 653-0666 Evenings & Weekends (412) 655-1149

Service Repairs

J&D Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc. Commercial /Residential Family Owned For Over 65 Years Shingle = Slate = Copper Standing Seam & Flat Roofs = Siding = Soffit = Fascia & Seamless Gutters Fully Insured Free Estimates Emergency Repairs

Phone Answers 24 Hours

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

BASEMENT WATERPROOFING

1-800-919-5320 LAWN MOWER/SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Snow Blowers, etc. South Hills Area. Pickup/ delivery available.

JC Landscaping 412-854-3660

The Almanac

Lawn Care & Landscaping

LANDSCAPING Excellent references from long time clients. No teams, one person every time, same person every time.

Call 412-608-3712 or email rjdurante@comast.net WINDOW WASHING GUTTER CLEANING LEAF CLEAN-UP

Call Tom at

412-853-6062

412-638-4438 412-831-0651

Lawn Care & Landscaping AERATIONS / STUMP GRINDING

Bruno Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

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

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.

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

Service Repairs

SNOW REMOVAL

Plowing & Salting Unlimited Packages or Pay Per Trip Commercial * Residential Free Estimates Shoveling Service Available 10% Unlimited Snow Removal Package. Paid for by 11-20-14

20 Landscaping 412-860-1118

T & H PAVING Blacktopping Drives Patching & Sealer Landscaping Restoration

Free Estimates FALL DISCOUNTS

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

Todd’s Asphalt Sealing Inc. “We Apply Federal Specification Sealer Not Watered Down Concentrate” Commercial /Residential Fully Insured *Free Estimates

(724) 941-1024 Todd Shields - Owner toddsasphalt.com

WALLS Built & Rebuilt Precast, Versa-Lok Keystone, Tie Walls, Stone Fully Insured/Free Estimates Senior Citizen Discounts

412-584-1515

PA #102385

Lawn Care & Landscaping

RETAINING WALLS/ PATIOS 20% off Fall Projects Book Now For Completion After 11-20-14 Custom Design, Wall Resets, Stone & Mortar Work, Walkways, Grass Cutting, Shrub Trimming, Fall Clean-Up

20% Off Fall Mulch Job

20 Landscaping 412-860-1118

Richard Bode Landscaping Retaining Walls / Patios / Sidewalks Unilock Sales/Installation

PA #004132 Fully Insured Owner Supervision

(412) 531-3113

CORDWOOD

Trees, Plants & Flowers

KEN’S TREE SERVICE

Fully insured, 724-321-6759

GOT LEAVES?

Fully Insured Free Estimates

724-746-8733 (TREE)

Call

J.C. Landscaping

412-854-3660

SIDELINES TREE SERVICE We will go out on a limb for you.... Tree Removal Stump Removal Pruning / Trimming Shrub / Hedge Removal GRASS CUTTING Free Estimates! Fully Insured! PA # 085585

LANDSCAPING

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

Call:

Pilardi’s Landscaping 724~498~6809

or visit us at: pilardilandscaping.com

Lawn Care & Landscaping

412-580-4371

Knowledge * Experience

Integrity

ADDITIONS/GAMEROOMS Garages * Kitchens Baths * Decks. D & J Construction & Excavation Services 724-745-7860 724-344-2947 AMES Construction & Remodeling 30 Years Experience! 724-852-1888

CERAMIC TILE

Install, repair and regrout. Also install floors and walls. Epoxy grout staining - any color. Free estimates. Call

412-279-6579 or 412-670-9952

CHESLEIGH REMODELING

412-531-5922

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

CONCRETE & STONE WORK SPECIAL FALL RATES 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

724-942-2298 Professional lawn maintenance, complete landscaping, hedge trimming, thatching, mulch reseeding, edging, Fall clean-up, hauling, bobcat service.

Home Renovations, Remodeling & General Repairs A trusted name in the South Hills for 3 generations. An Angie’s List “Honor Roll” Contractor.

724-941-6936 724-746-7047

Jamie Thompson,

Full Cord & Half Cord, Free Delivery FALL CLEAN-UP & LEAF PICKUP,

AB MEYER & COMPANY

GRASS CUTTING Free Estimates

Take a Break Cleaning

724-949-1193

Remember last winter?

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

LEAF CLEAN-UPS

Classifies has something for Everyone.

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

* STUMP GRINDING *

Very Reasonable Rates 20 Years Experience. Insured. Free Estimates.

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

412-584-1515

Robert Rigby’s Landscaping

Whole House Cleaning

Home Improvement

412-735-4063

TREE SERVICE “R&J Tree Service” Trimming, Removal, Stump Grinding. Insured. 25 yrs. experience Free Estimates.

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

Lawn Care & Landscaping

FINE CARPENTRY Deck - Door Installation Interior Trim - Handrails Quality Home Repairs Celebrating 20 years PA#45653

(412) 279-2262

Check out classified online at:

thealmanac.com GUTTERS Seamless, any length. Also: Vinyl Siding, Soffit, Fascia, Downspouts, Gutter Guard, Gutter Cleaning.

36 yrs. experience. Fully insured. Free estimates.

PA #044557

South Hills Exteriors 412-881-7926, Dave Cell: 412-737-5511, Gary

Lawn Care & Landscaping

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

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Home Improvement

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Any Job - Small or Large

Concrete Sealing & Caulking

Fully Insured Free Estimates

(724) 745-5586

J. DOERR PAINTING ____________ Interior l Exterior Residential l Commercial Superior Quality & Guaranteed Durability 10 yr. Warranty Woodwork 15 yr. Warranty Aluminum

Siding/Brick Aluminum Siding & Deck Refinishing “For Those Who Appreciate Superior Quality” Excellent References Owner Operated

412-334-2124

Fully Insured/Free Estimates

K & K HOME IMPROVEMENT Where Quality is Tradition for Over 25 years * * * *

Siding * Soffit * Roofing Doors * Kitchens * Baths Windows * Additions Gutters * Decks * Drywall 2307 Brownsville Rd. Call us for a free “No Gimmick” estimate

412-881-4749 PAINTING PROFESSIONAL

$75 per room. One coat / one color. Labor only. Two room minimum. HOME IMPROVEMENT Kitchens/Baths/ Plumbing & Electrical 25 yrs. experience.

(412) 831-3795 PAINTING & CARPENTRY

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

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

(Wall Pro) Frank, (412) 833-4992 (412) 535-2404 PLASTERING & DRYWALL REPAIR WORK 45 years experience, Ask for Al, 724-926-8168

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

●

Free Estimates

Active Owner Participation on Every Jobsite

“Mortar Matching & Neatness are My Trademark”

FULLY INSURED /FREE ESTIMATES PA #051672

PAUL JANOV

724~746~3464 R.D. BOEHM CONTRACTING Complete Home Remodeling, Kitchens, Baths, Tile, Marble, Granite, Carpentry & Painting. We have been in business for over 21 years focusing on “Quality Work & Customer Satisfaction”. We are fully insured. Call us today at

(412) 831-3676 or visit us at:

www.southhillscontracting.com

PA 021734

Serving The South Hills for Over 20 Years! Fully Insured Free Estimates Greystoke Painting

412-835-1307

Home Improvement

PA #006719

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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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

I do it all. Painting, Plumbing, Electrical & more. PA076865 Fully Insured. 2012-13 Multiple Award Winning Service. 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

Campers & RVs

HAULING

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

412-758-9736

HAULING

Clean out houses, apartments & garages. Clean up yards. Reasonable.

Robert Fenton

Asphalt

412-341-7640

Miscellaneous

SPICE IT UP HANDYMAN

thealmanac.com

* INTERIOR + EXTERIOR * DECKS * PRESSURE WASHING

Excavating & Hauling

Concrete

412-853-9436

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER

Fully Insured*Free Estimates

Skilled Painters

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

Check out classified online at:

Kitchens, Bathrooms Gamerooms Interior Painting Drywall Plaster Repair

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

SAM’S PAINTING

Weber Construction 412-563-6128

REMODELING

PAINTING

Home Improvement

Carriage Cameo 2002 Trailer 32’ Located at Wendy World Family Camp Ground, Confluence,PA Site#192 Ready for Family Summer Fun. BiKing,Hiking, Swimming,Boating,Shopping, Fishing, and Hunting. $12,000. 724-377-1556 or724-986-3345

AFFORDABLE HOUSECLEANING

Kernan Asphalt Sealing

20 Years Experience References

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

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

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Boat & Accessories

MotorcyclesMotorbikes-ATVs

Drywall/Painting

M.T. CHRISTIAN PAINTING

FORD LINDY, 1982, Class C Motorhome, excellent condition, complete kitchen & bath, 68,000 miles, new tires, TV, VCR, air, generator, well maintained, $7,000 or best offer. 412-831-5258

15-1/2 ft. ALUMICRAFT 9.9 Johnson Punch Out to 10 hp. Good Boat - Poor Health. $3,000 Firm. 724-947-4204

Complete Painting & Carpentry Services Residential & Commercial Interior & Exterior No Job Too Large or Small Serving the South Hills for 20 Years. Insured Angie’s List A+ Contractor PA #023053

Campers & RVs 2000 Keystone Cougar - 29 ft. 5th wheel, Model 278, 6000# dry weight - 1/2 ton towable, slideout, A/C, $5800. Cell 724-747-3731

,08 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tour, purchased in 09, mint condition, 2,200 orig. miles, 2 covers, very nice,new Sears Die Hard battery, inspected till Sept 2015 WITH PURCHASE FULL TANK $6,500 412-296-1376

Health Care

412-613-4177

Quality Workmanship Free Estimates. Fully Insured

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

Concordia of the South Hills

Apply within or send resumes to: Attn: Human Resources 1300 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243 Phone: 412.294.1411 Fax: 412.294.1415 www.concordialm.org

Now Hiring Multiple Positions Including: Part Time Driver Part time driver needed to transport residents on local trips. Valid PA Driver’s License required.

Personal Care Nurse Aide Full time and part time all shifts, must be able to work mix shifts 6:30 - 3:00, 2:45 - 11:15, and 11:00 - 7:30

Dietary Servers shifts 4:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Cook Full Time Cook needed from 11:30am-7:30pm.

Personal Care LPN Full time and part time all shifts, must be willing to work mix shifts.

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BUICK BUDD BAER BUICK

71 Murtland Avenue Washington, PA

724-222-0700

www.buddbaer.com

DODGE ROTOLO’S DODGE

58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022

888-269-6183

www.rotolomotors.com

HYUNDAI

NISSAN

WASHINGTON HYUNDAI

JOHN SISSON NISSAN

305 Washington Rd. Rt. 19 at Strabane Square Washington, PA

470 Washington Road Adjacent to Gabriel’s, Washington, PA

724-223-8600

724-222-2216

www.johnsissonmotors.com

www.washingtonpahyundai.com

SOLOMON DODGE

C A D I L LA C Bowser CADILLAC

2670 McMurray Road McMurray, PA

724-749-4115

www.bowsercadillac.com

Routes 21 & 88 Carmichaels, PA www.solomonauto.com

SOLOMON DODGE

Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA www.solomonauto.com

724-785-8000

WAYNESBURG DODGE

1625 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370

724-627-7111

C H E V RO L E T

www.waynesburgchryslerjeepdodge.com

724-627-6171

FIKE CHEVROLET

213 N. Main Street, Masontown, PA

FORD FOX AUTO SALES

743 East High Street Waynesburg, PA

SUN CHEVROLET

www.foxfordmerc.com

Route 19, McMurray, PA www.sunchevy.com

724-941-5160

WASHINGTON CHEVROLET

724-627-3151

724-222-0700

ROTOLO’S JEEP

www.buddbaer.com

58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022

888-269-6183

BORTZ SUBARU

www.rotolomotors.com

I-79 South Exit 3, Route 21 West Waynesburg, PA

724-627-6171

SOLOMON JEEP

www.bortzauto.net

Routes 21 & 88 Carmichaels, PA www.solomonauto.com

Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA www.solomonauto.com

TOYOTA

1625 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370

WAYNESBURG JEEP

TOYOTA CARS & TRUCKS Rt. 19, Strabane Square Washington, PA

www.waynesburgchryslerjeepdodge.com

www.washingtonpatoyota.com

724-785-8000

TOYOTA OF WASHINGTON

724-627-7111

724-222-2213

SOLOMON FORD

Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA www.solomonauto.com

724-785-5500

VO L K SWAG E N

STAR LAKE FORD

LINCOLN

724-947-3381

SOUTH HILLS LINCOLN

3694 Washington Road, McMurray, PA

724-941-1600

www.3riversvw.com

Intersection of Rt. 19, I-79 & I-70, Exit 19A Washington, PA

Main St., Burgettstown, PA

www.washingtonchevy.com

www.starlakeford.com

724-222-2800

BUDD BAER, INC.

71 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA

SOLOMON JEEP

724-583-7738

www.fikechevrolet.com

JEEP

724-966-2600

BORTZ CHEVROLET

I-79 South Exit 3, Route 21 West Waynesburg, PA

SUBARU

724-966-2600

THREE RIVERS VOLKSWAGEN

724-941-6100

Route 19, McMurray, PA

www.southhillslincoln.net

C H RYS L E R ROTOLO’S CHRYSLER

58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022

888-269-6183

www.rotolomotors.com

SOLOMON CHRYSLER

Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA www.solomonauto.com

GMC BUDD BAER, INC.

71 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA

724-222-0700

www.buddbaer.com

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BILL GRAY VOLVO

2897 Washington Road, McMurray, PA

BUDD BAER MAZDA

724-949-1555

71 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA

www.billgrayvolvo.com

724-222-0700

www.buddbaer.com

724-785-8000

SOLOMON CHRYSLER

Routes 21 7 88 Carmichaels, PA www.solomonauto.com

724-966-2600

WAYNESBURG CHRYSLER

HONDA WASHINGTON HONDA

M E RC E D E S - B E N Z JOHN SISSON MERCEDES-BENZ

1625 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370

Rt. 19, Strabane Square Washington, PA

470 Washington Road Adjacent to Gabriel’s, Washington, PA

www.waynesburgchryslerjeepdodge.com

www.washingtonpahonda.com

www.johnsissonmotors.com

724-627-7111

724-222-2213

724-223-8600

P PR RE E -- O OW WN NE ED D D DE EA AL LE ER RS S ARNOLD MOTOR COMPANY

12 N. Main Street, Houston, PA

724-745-2800

WARNE MOTORS INC.

107 East Pike Street, Canonsburg, PA

724-746-5956

www.arnoldmotorcompany.com

www.johnwarnemotors.com

PREMIERE AUTO SALES

RT. 18 HOMES AUTO SALES

667 E. Maiden St., Washington, PA

724-223-0600

www.premiereautosales.com

940 Henderson Ave., Washington, PA

724-225-5308

TOMSIC

I-79 Exit 41 Racetrack Road Washington, PA

724-228-1330

www.tomsicmotor.com

WYSOCKI INC

2070 Smith Twp., State Road, Burgettstown, PA

724-947-9720

TREGEMBO MOTORS

I-70 Exit 32B, Bentleyville, PA

724-239-2200

www.tregembomotors.com

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Automotive Parts & Accessories

Antique Automobiles

Classic 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow, 57,701 Miles, Garage Kept, $18,000 or Best Offer.

2006 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXDCI SuperGlide. Garage kept 11,400 Miles, $9,500 or Best offer. Many Extras! 724-809-9588

1983 HONDA CX650 Great condition, garage kept 14,700 miles, $1,500 412-833-0486 2004 YAMAHA 1100 CC CUSTOM. New Tires, Rebuilt Drive shaft.$2500 or Best Offer. 724-328-5139

HARLEY DAVIDSON ROAD KING Classic, ‘02, $6,995. 724-657-4280 HARLEY DAVIDSON - 2002 FAT BOY, $28,000 Invested, Under 6000 miles/Sacrifice for $9500 412-583-3755

HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘89 1200 XL Sportster

9,400 miles, clean, extra chrome, $4,500 or best offer. Florida Bike. 724-796-0182

2004 Harley Fatboy 1450 engine, 35,000 miles, garage kept, many add ons, $9600 or best offer 412-296-0348

HONDA - 2006 Shadow Spirit 750, 6,435 miles $3,000 724-263-9103 2007 HONDA GOLD WING, 20,500 miles, Blue, Reverse, Cruise, Am FM Aux, Chrome, Sheep skin seat covers, Helmets with audio, GW full cover, Luggage Bags, Manuals, History record, $13,000-724-745-1494

Pictures available. 412-580-9477

SUZUKI - 2009 TU 250X, 1200 $2100 Miles, Like New, 724-745-1396

YAMAHA Razz SH50 Cycle

Shiny black, like new, sharp, 3,600 miles, completely serviced, great fun, $599.

412-854-3637

YAMAHA ‘93 Banshee

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2004 - Ultra Classic Shrine, 6,106 miles, Many Extras, $16,000, 724-986-4711

HONDA 1984 - 1200 TRIKE 39,109 miles $5,000 724-263-9103

Completely Rebuilt from top to bottom, All New Parts & Bolts, only few original parts, $7,999. Title included. Must see!! 724-554-9029

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

LADDER RACK

System One Ladder Rack, has ratchets straps to tie down ladders built in from factory. $1,000 or best offer. Call

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$29.95 for 4 lines for 60 days. Add a photo for only $5.00 Additional line only $1.00

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HONDA ‘04 SHADOW ARROW 750 cc, 9,000 miles, good condition, garage kept, inspected, $3,500. Call 412-862-1719

SUZUKI 2007 GSX-R 600 4,010 miles, $5,500.

412-997-1862

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RIVINIUS ‘73 Heavy Equipment TRAILER - 50,000 GWT with heavy duty ramps & brakes, $4,995 or best offer. 724-348-0800

Cadillac 1979 Antique 2 Door $6,500, 96,000 miles 724-345-3528

412-708-0049

LARIAT 2012 F150, FACTORY TOW MIRRORS, heated, power adjust, manual fold, Direction puddle & memory, $300. Bob, 724-941-7979

CADILLAC ‘83 Coupe DeVille

Yellow on yellow, leather interior, new inspection, great cruise car, $4,900. 412-760-1311

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

Antique Automobiles 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix, Model J, 455 engine, original owner, garage kept.68,000 original miles, $19,400 724-746-1916

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AMC ‘71 JAVELIN SST

Blue, automatic, very good condition, low miles, 360 engine, $14,500.

724-825-2168

CADILLAC - 1973 EL DORADO 2 Dr Coupe, Hardtop/Landau, Automatic, Air, All Power, AM/FM Radio, White with Red Interior, 73,290 Miles. $11,900 or B/O 724-239-5525

CLASSIC ‘1986 SUBARU XT 65,000 Original Miles; Classic plate guarantees cheap insurance; 5 speed-great gas mileage; hill holder brake assist; new tires, new struts, tilt wheel, Power windows, steering & brakes; never in a fender bender; upgraded Kenwood stereo & CD player & includes original functional stereo/tape player & original toolkit and ower’s manual; totally lovingly maintained. Asking $4200. Call Alex 724-947-5676

CORVETTE, 1977, 350 V8, automatic, Great shape! Fast! All chrome under the hood! 75,000 original miles, $9,400. 724-348-6021

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

FORD 1966 MUSTANG Red, 200hp, 3 speed Rebuilt motor, 400 miles New top, reduced to sale $18,500 – 724-239-3039

LINCOLN ‘75 Town Coupe Excellent condition, white leather interior, no rust or dents, 460 engine, runs & drives great! $6,500 or best offer. 412-613-9031

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Antique Automobiles

Automobiles

MUSTANG 1964 1/2 very good inside & out. 289 automatic. Poppy Red. $14,400. or best offer 724-948-3684

CHEVY 2012 Cruse under factory warrantee, original owner, 34,000. miles, $11,600. 724-632-2221 or 724-255-1720

OLDS 1976 DELTA 88 ROYALE 37,922 Miles, Garage Kept, Asking $2,095. (Appraised Value) or best offer 412-915-8521

All power, leather interior, excellent condition, garage kept, very low mileage, $15,000

Automobiles

CHEVROLET ‘10 Impala LT

412-833-5953 CHEVROLET ‘11 Impala

Remote start, new brakes, very clean, Weathertech floor liners, 68,500 miles, $9,500.

412-860-6500

Automobiles FORD F150 -1994

Automatic, 4 x4, power windows & locks, ac, current inspection. 212,000 miles Good condition $3,100

724-554-4336

HONDA ‘12 Civic

30,000 miles, 4 door, black, $14,500 firm.

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724-809-3093

HONDA ACCORD LX- 2012, automatic,sedan 18,100 miles, gray, great condition. $16,500 724-947-5797

HONDA ‘09 Civic LX

1984 OLDSMOBILE 98

V8, 5.0 L, overdrive transmission, vinyl padded roof, power seat, windows & locks, tilt, cruise, AM/FM cassette, air, rear defogger, 72,850 miles, garage kept, REDUCED! $6,600/best offer. 724-239-5311 1991 Classic 740 Volvo, 4 door sedan, very nice, $2,000 724-852-1415 2009 Cadillac STS4, champaign, 19,000 miles, mint condition $22,000 Serious inquiries only #724-746-2865

CHEVROLET ‘85 Camaro Red Automatic, Air, new inspection $5,400. or best offer 724-747-5687

412-491-2299

HONDA ‘12 Civic EX

8,000 miles, part of an estate, barely driven, sunroof, loaded, garaged, $15,950/best offer. Bethel Park area.

412-965-8662

CHEVROLET ‘84 El Camino Classic Car. Show quality. Must sell, excellent condition, $15,300. 412-833-0799 CHRYSLER 1999 Sebring Convertible. very good condition. 124,000. miles $1,900. 412-215-6261

HYUNDAI - 2007 SONATA LTD New Tires & Inspection. Excellent Cond. 72,000 Miles $6,500. 724-941-4736 HYUNDAI-2012 ELANTRA GLS, red, 16,000 miles, like new 40 MPG, $13,900 or best offer, 724-926-8568

HYUNDAI ‘11 Elantra Ltd.

Excellent condition, 31,000 miles, heated leather seats, sunroof, $16,600. 724-970-0984

HYUNDAI ‘07 Sonata GLS

2012 Chevy Sonic LT Turbo 39701 MILES, PRICE $10,600. BALANCE OF 5 YR 100,000 MILE WARRANTY GAS MILEAGE 40/29 FWD GREAT IN THE SNOW 4 NEW TIRES NEW BRAKES STATE INSPECTION TO 8/15 138 HP 1.4 TURBO ENGINE 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANS LOADED EXCELLENT CONDITION NEEDS NOTHING EVERYTHING WORKS IMMACULATELY CLEAN. TITLE IN HAND. 412-389-4879 95 Lincoln Town car, 152K miles, champaign color, 150 spoke wire wheels with vogue tires, mint cond. tinted windows $2,800 412-628-9593

CHRYSLER ‘88 LeBarron

Turbo Convertible with straight, rust free body. Good winter project. No rust, needs motor, top & minor repairs. $500 or best offer.

724-222-3455

CORVETTE ‘85 - Silver/Red Interior, 54,000 Miles, New Tires, Excellent Condition $8,400. 412-389-8349 Ford Fusion SE- 2011, 34,000 miles, excellent, $12,500 firm, 724-745-5610 FORD TAURUS SEL ‘2010 35,900 Miles, Red/Beige, New Tires, Excellent Condition $12,000. Canonsburg area. 724-743-0385

Full power, automatic, 44,500 miles, no rust, garage kept, extra clean, $7,950.

412-833-3622

LINCOLN ‘69 Continental 41,917 miles, $22,000.

412-221-1647

LINCOLN ‘01 Continental

White, beige leather, 116,000 miles, just inspected, excellent condition, reduced $4,400. 412-595-8259

LINCOLN 2004 Town Car

Signature, 73,000 miles, black exterior/interior, clean, garaged, $7,000 or best offer. 412-835-7691, 9 am-9 pm

4x4, 724-942-4759

MERCEDES ‘95 S500

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95,000 miles, metallic gray, heated seats, sunroof, inspected, $4,200. 412-319-7641 MITSUBISHI ‘2008 ECILIPSE, GS Automatic, Black, 90,500 Miles, Sun & Sound Package, $7,500 724-263-6754

724-986-7843

Automobiles PONTIAC 2004 Grand AM GT 120,000. miles $5,000. or best offer 724-350-4860

16,000 miles, 5 speed transmission, loaded, excellent condition, red with black interior, $19,000.

412-805-8433 FORD ‘89 Mustang

Florida State Trooper Mustang with 6 point roll cage, new 5.0 engine, Tremec TKO 500 trans, 17” Falken tires, customized Ford 9” rear end & full racing front suspension plus more extras, $13,500. Call Bob,

412-418-2042

Oldsmobile 2001 Aurora, 37,000 miles, new tires, battery & brakes, 1 owner, LIKE NEW, $10,500 Firm 724-225-9196

PONTIAC-1964 Bonneville 8-Lug Wheels, 389 C.I. V-8 60,000 miles, Good Condition $12,900, 724-413-7085

68. Rewards (archaic) 69. Heels, pumps or loafers 70. Yes vote CLUES DOWN 1. Termination of life 2. Approval (Br. abbr.) 3. Befuddlements 4. Visual percepts 5. Town in Southeast Ghana 6. Auricle 7. Gum arabic genus 8. DEA agents (slang) 9. Naive persons 10. Signals 11. Make gloomy 12. Greenwich Mean Time 13. Winged goddess of the dawn 19. Talipot palm leaf strip

Trucks 1986 IH DUMPTRUCK, single axle, 10 Ton with air brakes, $10,400. 724-228-1095 1999 Ford F350 - Diesel Super Cab, 2 wheel drive, 279,121 Highway miles, $3,900/best offer 724-745-8945

SAAB Classic ‘91 900 Turbo. Beryl Green, 5 Speed. New Inspection 113,000. miles Good Shape $4,500. offer 724-222-2770/ 724-579-9621

BRIMAR DUMP TRAILER, 2007, 12,000 GVW, deck over, $3,750. leave message. 724-852-1888 CHEVY SILVERADO 2001 Extended Cab Automatic, 2 wheel drive, No Rust, 113,000 miles, $5,400. 412-854-3539

CHEVROLET ‘12 Silverado SAAB ‘96 SE900

FORD ‘08 Mustang GT

325ci, convertible, 64,000 miles, Non Smoker, Hands free Blue Tooth, Gray with black leather, Sharp, $10,800

39. Pearly ear shaped shell 41. Inventor Franklin 42. Atomic #3 43. Large sea snail 44. Nostrils 46. Supplements with difficulty 49. Periodic symbol for silver 50. Senior officer 51. German superhighways 55. Bromeosin 58. White person, Hawaiian slang 59. Strong magnet alloy 60. Bloomberg interviewer 64. Women’s ___ movement 65. Cover with wood 66. Slats 67. Sick

FORD- EXPEDITION 2003 LIKE NEW CONDITION

BMW - 2005

CLUES ACROSS 1. Father 4. Greek gods physician 9. Emblem and/or insignia 14. Indicates near 15. Manila hemp 16. l836 Texas siege 17. Animal Planet 18. “Shadow Spell” author 20. Shaking 22. Office worker 23. Hit on which the batter scores 24. Catastrophes 28. Extinct N.Z. ratite 29. Indicates position 30. Cracking sound 31. Medieval oboe 33. Zurvanic priest 37. Pa’s partner 38. Organization of American States

MERCEDES ‘2002 E430, 4 Matic. Excellent Condition $9,500 724-263-2923

EDDIE BAUER LOADED only 73,803 miles

BMW ‘2001 Z3 ROADSTER Green with Baise Convertible Top, Leather Heated Seats. Asking $12,800. 724-470-7641

Turbo convertible. Great winter project car. Engine rebuilt, good body, needs a lot of minor work. $1,200 or best offer.

724-222-3455

SUBARU ‘79 DL

Great shape, needs new ignition switch, moving & can’t go with. $1,200 or best offer. Willing to make a deal. 360-306-4664

Sports Utility Vehicles

2500 4 WD LT Crew Cab 3,800 Miles, Snow Plow, 8 ft. bed, $37,000. 724-225-0316

CHEVY 1999 Silverador 4 wheel drive. Excellent condition inside & out. All dressed up with 3’ lift, visor scoops & more. Looks Brand new. Got to see this one!. $8500 or best offer 724-223-0219

412-965-5261

FORD ‘03 Explorer XLT

FORD ‘2011 FIESTA 4 Door Sedan - SE, 1-Owner, 4 New Tires & Inspection. Clean & Excellent Condition. Must See! $11,000. 412-221-1441

HONDA ‘02 CRV EX

5 speed, manual, AWD, 114,500 miles, new tires, $6,400/best offer. 412-278-3735

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MACK VISION-2000- 460 MOTOR, 10 SPEED AUTOSHIFT 42” FLAT TOP SLEEPER, 22,500 724-228-0147

Four Wheel Drives 1996 Ford F250 - Diesel Super Cab, 4 X 4, 190,856 Highway miles, $3900/Best Offer 724-745-8945 DODGE 1999 Durango Like new, Low milage $7,500. 724-350-2439 DODGE RAM 2500 - 2013, Crew Cab, 4x4, ONLY 8,088 Miles. Asking $28,750 724-225-3535 Leave a message.

GMC 2006 Canyon. 48,000 mi. 5 speed, 4 cyl. Reg. Cab, Just inspected. $9500 Firm. 724-249-2951

Vans 1995 FORD E150 Handicap Accessible Van. 79,000 miles, New Tires. No rust. Remotely controlled side door & lift, Inspected & ready to go,$12,700 724-267-2933 2003 Chevy Astro Van: Good condition, Runs great, 262M miles, KBB Value $3500 4000, Asking $3000 or best offer. Inspected thru 5/2015. Call 724-746-4628.

412-337-6560

PONTIAC 1989 FIREBIRD. new inspection, 138,800. miles, runs very good, great car to finish for car shows $3,400. FIRM 724-531-1078

Trucks

FORD ‘01 F350 XLT

Dually diesel automatic, club cab, 67,900 miles, heavy duty utility package, 20,000 lb. 5th wheel hitch, equipped for 4 or 7 wire electric harness, excellent condition, $17,500. Sincere inquiries only, please.

4x4, 4.0 OHC, rear air, 3rd row seat, 157,000 miles, good condition, $3,800/best offer. BUICK RENDEZVOUS CXL, ‘03, 78,000 miles, excellent condition, AWD, garage kept, tan leather, sun roof, 3rd row seat REDUCED $8,900 724-239-2930

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59,200 miles, auto, power windows/doors, 100,000 mile warranty, inspection 12/15, $9,000 firm.

FORD ‘03 F150

With 7700 Package, next to new, 76,000 miles, $12,900.

724-746-2515

FORD 1997 E250 3/4 Ton CARGO VAN - New Inspection factory rebuilt motor, $2,800. Call 724-222-4369

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