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Air Force Recruiting Efforts Ramp Up in South Hills Area Page 12
St. Louise de Marillac Basketball Team Wins Championship Page 21
South Hills Children's Choir for 'All Kinds of Kids' By Lois Thomson "I think there's something deep in our core about singing together," says Jennie Nolan, and that's why she serves as director of the South Hills Children's Choir. "The purpose of the choir is to give all kinds of kids from all kinds of life experiences a chance to come together and find something that unifies them, and it gives them a chance to creatively express themselves through singing," she added. As a result, they develop better singing skills, better understanding of how music works, and a great sense of community. The students range in age from 8-18, and current choir members are from Peters Township, Upper St. Clair, Ringgold, Finleyville, West Mifflin, Jefferson Hills, Canonsburg, and Washington. Nolan, originally from California – where she worked with the San Diego Children's Choir – moved to Eighty Four, Pa., 20 years ago with her husband. She said after they arrived, a position opened in Morgantown, W.Va., with the Morgantown Children's Choir and Youth Choir. "I applied and was offered the position, but my husband said, 'Why are you going down to Morgantown when there's nothing here? Let's see if we can figure something out.'" The result was the SHCC, which started in 2013, and has three age levels. Nolan said the 8-to-10-year-olds do not need to audition, "they just need to sign up and they can sing with us." The two older groups – middle school and high school age – were combined this year because of Covid, and they need to audition to join. The high school group has had the opportunity to go on tour, and received an invitation to travel to England in 2019 as part of the International Children's Choir Festival. Nolan said they sang in Canterbury Cathedral, and were involved in some incredible cross-cultural experiences.
She is pleased that the choir is performing so well in the South Hills. "We've been promoting our choir here because not everyone wants to drive to Pittsburgh for great musical experiences,” Nolan said. “We're trying to offer something solid and musically sound, with lots of different styles but with good vocal techniques." The choir has a spring concert scheduled for May 7 at 7 p.m. at Unity Presbyterian Church in Greentree. The title is "Lineage, The Music That Makes Us Who We Are," and Nolan said, "All of the music has been chosen to represent who we are as different members of the choir. We've been talking about our family stories and where we come from. We're trying to encourage the kids to bring in any family history, so we can learn about our lineage."
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Cal U Celebrates ‘Read Across America Day’
Ashley Roth, assistant director of the institute, reads a book to children at the preschool to mark the occasion.
Lincoln, age 4, mixes food coloring into a freshly cracked egg as part of a “Green Eggs and Ham” activity.
The Rutledge Institute for Early Childhood Education preschool at California University of Pennsylvania recently celebrated ‘Read Across America Day with story time and other activities.
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Peters Creek Historical Society Presentation on William Jennings Bryan Tom Uram, president of the Washington County Coin Club and the Pennsylvania Association of Numismatists, will be guest speaker at the Monday, April 26 meeting of the Peters Creek Historical Society. Meeting will begin at 7:30 pm at Wrights United Methodist Church, 788 Venetia Road, Venetia. Learn about William Jennings Bryan, a Nebraska politician, three time nominee of the Democratic Party for president and his "Cross of Gold" speech Postcard commemorating the that caused a major controversy over "Cross of Gold Speech" by William silver and gold issue of the day! Jennings Bryan (1860-1925) Check out the society website for more information on the Enoch Wright House, Museum of Westward Expansion, the Log House and events planned for spring and tours to be scheduled during summer months. Meetings are opened to the public! The society appreciates community interest and support in the mission of historic preservation and maintenance of the Enoch Wright House, a National and State Register Site.
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PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO APRIL 3 ROSTRAVER TOWNSHIP EASTER CELEBRATION - The 4th Annual Rostraver Township Easter Celebration will be held (rain or shine) on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 1:00 pm at 190 Recreation Drive, Rostraver Township. Easter Baskets will be spread out across the soccer field for children to collect full of treats and some will contain a golden egg redeemable for special prizes. Please be advised per CDC guidelines: safe distancing must be practiced, masks must be worn by all.
APRIL 3 CRAFT SHOW - Seventy crafters and vendors will gather for the ‘Super Easter Show’ hosted by the Elizabeth Township Historical Society on
Saturday, April 3. The event will be held indoors at the McKeesport Palisades Events Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 3. There will also be a tent outside and a pullup clothing boutique van. This family event will feature food vendors including Greek gyros, a bakery and German chocolates. Children will be able to greet the Easter Bunny and have their photos taken. Prize baskets and games will help to raise needed funds for the historical society which has had to cancel other events throughout the year due to the pandemic. Admission is free for the craft and vendor show. Visitors are advised to wear their masks. COVID protocols will be enforced. McKeesport Palisades Events Center is located at
100 Fifth Ave. in McKeesport. Questions, may be submitted to Chris McGuire, event coordinator, at mcguire2276@comcast.net.
APRIL 7 - 9 BOOK SALE - Donora Public library will be holding a Book Sale Wednesday through Friday, April 7 – 9 from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm. Books are $5 a bag. Also for sale are videos, audio books, and CDs.
APRIL 10 FREE CHICKEN & BISCUIT DINNER - New Beginnings Church of God of Prophecy, located at 411 4th Ave. in New Eagle, invites the community to enjoy a free Chicken & Biscuit Dinner on April 10 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This dinner is Drive-Thru and Take-Out only.
Please call 724-310-3533 to place your order. Menu includes: chicken & biscuit with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, and dessert. (Donations are appreciated.) STUFFED PORK CHOP FUNDRAISER - The West Newton Community Pool is having a Stuffed Pork Chop Fundraiser on April 10 at Gary's Chuckwagon Restaurant, located at N. Second St. in West Newton. The Fundraiser will be held from 4-7pm and is TAKE OUT ONLY. Dinner cost is $15 and includes stuffed pork chop, mashed potatoes, green beans, roll, salad and dessert. Purchase your tickets in advance as this dinner sells out quickly! Call Gary's Chuckwagon at 724872-8920 or stop in for a ticket.
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APRIL 13 SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB MEETING – The monthly meeting of the South Hills Coin Club will be held Tuesday evening April 13 at 7:30 PM at the Bethel Park municipal building located at 5100 West Library Avenue in Bethel Park. All members and the general public are invited. This month’s program will be on Bryan money. A 50/50 will be offered and children’s prizes to be awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership. For more information call 724-984-6611.
APRIL 14 COFFEE & CRAFTS - Mingo Creek Park, Henry House at 10:00 a.m. Join Washington County Parks Staff for crafts in Mingo Creek Park! We will be making dreamcatchers for the spring equinox. Participants are welcome to collect and bring specific yarns, twine, and/or items of significance to tie into this project. Hot beverages and snacks are provided. All ages are welcome. There is a $5 fee. Pre-registration required and can be made by calling the Washington County Department of Parks & Recreation at 724-228-6967. Mingo Creek County Park is located 12 miles East of Washington off of Route 136.
APRIL 16 - 18 VINTAGE TO VOGUE SPRING OPEN HOUSE – Come out and shop this upscale boutique combining retail and consignments, which include apparel, fashion accessories home decor and furniture. April 16 &
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APRIL 17 OLDIES DANCE - A ‘Spring Fling Oldies Dance’ is being sponsored by the Carroll Township Volunteer Fire Company on Saturday April 17. The event will be held at the Carroll Township Social Center from 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM. DJ is Ralph Trilli. Tickets bought at the door will cost $15, but advanced tickets can be purchased for $10. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase. For more info and tickets call 724379-5050.
APRIL 17 CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW Hillcrest Christian Academy will be hosting the ‘Promise of Spring Craft and Vendor Show’ at South Hills Assembly in Bethel Park on April 17. Beginning at 9:00 AM, 60 vendors and crafters will be represented with a wide variety of great items to purchase. The event ends at 3:00 PM and includes a bake sale, a café, and a ticket auction.
APRIL 24 JEWELRY AND BOOK SALE The West Newton Library will be holding a Jewelry and ‘Fill a Bag’ book sale on April 24 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the parking lot of the library. The books have all been wiped off with Clorox wipes and quarantined. Rain date for sale will be
May 1. Book donations will be accepted up until one week before the sale. No jewelry donations until after the sale to save for next year. We ask that you social distance and all who attend wear masks. The West Newton Library is located at 124 N. Water Street in West Newton. Parking will be limited, consider using the WN Senior Center lot or the parking lot on the left past the library. Please contact the library with any questions at 724-633-0798. ANNUAL CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW - Port Vue United Methodist Church, Saturday, April 24 from 10:00am – 3:00pm. 20+ vendors, Bake sale, Lunch items.
APRIL 26 PRESENTATION ON WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN - Peters Creek Historical Society Presentation will be hosting a presentation on William Jennings Bryan. Tom Uram, president of the Washington County Coin
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Club and the Pennsylvania Association of Numismatists, will be guest speaker at the Monday, April 26 meeting of the Peters Creek Historical Society. Meeting will begin at 7:30 pm at Wrights United Methodist Church, 788 Venetia Road, Venetia. Learn about William Jennings Bryan, a Nebraska politician, three time nominee of the Democratic Party for president and his "Cross of Gold" speech that caused a major controversy over silver and gold issue of the day!
MAY 1 MARC'S ‘MUTT MARCH’ - (formerly Pooch Parade) will be held on Saturday, May 1. Come walk your pooch down Main Street! Sign up begins at the parking lot at 3rd and Railroad St in Monongahela at 10am. Parade starts at 11. Ends at Chess Park where there will be prizes, vendors, and a Basket Auction. $5 registration fee. For more info contact Corrina at 724263-4101.
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Auxiliary from VFW Post 764 in McMurray Lends a Hand for Annual Fish Fry The Auxiliary from VFW Post 764 helped out during their Post's Annual Fish Fry which was every Friday during Lent. Pictured above are Volunteers, President Sandy Roberto and Barb Meir.
Elizabeth Township Historical Society to Host Craft Show April 3 Seventy crafters and vendors will gather for the ‘Super Easter Show’ hosted by the Elizabeth Township Historical Society on Saturday, April 3. The event will be held indoors at the McKeesport Palisades Events Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 3. There will also be a tent outside and a pull-up clothing boutique van. This family event will feature food vendors including Greek gyros, a bakery and German chocolates. Children will be able to greet the Easter Bunny and have their photos taken. Prize baskets and games will help to raise needed funds for the historical society which has had to cancel other events throughout the year due to the pandemic. Admission is free for the craft and vendor show. Visitors are advised to wear their masks. COVID protocols will be enforced. McKeesport Palisades Events Center is located at 100 Fifth Ave. in McKeesport. Questions, may be submitted to Chris McGuire, event coordinator, at mcguire2276@comcast.net.
South Hills Coin Club Meeting – April 13 The monthly meeting of the South Hills Coin Club will be held Tuesday evening April 13 at 7:30 PM at the Bethel Park municipal building located at 5100 West Library Avenue in Bethel Park. All members and the general public are invited. This months program will be on Bryan money. A 50/50 will be offered and children’s prizes to be awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership. For more information call 724-984-6611.
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23rd Annual ‘Fleatique on the Mon’ – Saturday, June 5 Artisans, crafters, flea market, antique and food vendors are needed for the 23rd Annual ‘Fleatique on the Mon.’ This fabulous event will be held in Chess Park, and throughout Monongahela and New Eagle on Saturday, June 5 from 8AM until 3PM. Crafter and antique dealers will be featured in Chess Park, while flea market vendors and information booths will be located on Third Street, beside PNC Bank. Food Vendors are needed at both locations. Application deadline is May 28, 2021. Booth spaces for antique, craft and flea market vendors are 15-feet for $30. Food vendor spaces are 20feet and include electricity for $45. This unique event is known as the largest street sale in Southwestern Pennsylvania! Running along a three-mile stretch of Main Street, also Route 88, 837 and 136, in Monongahela and New Eagle, businesses, churches, and homeowners participate with yard sales, bazars, rummage sales and garage sales. Free parking and free admission. This event is sponsored by the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. Call the Chamber at 724-258-5919 for more information, or download an application from www.monongahelaareachamber.org. The Chamber asks that everyone practice social distancing, wear a mask, and use hand sanitizer frequently to help prevent the spread of Covid-19. We care about the safety of our vendors, volunteers, and visitors.
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Monessen Awarded State Grant to Tackle Blight Thanks to a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), the City of Monessen will be able to more effectively address blight, and plan for future growth. The City received notification, that it will receive $36,450 in grant funding, through the DCED Strategic Management Planning Program to enter into Phase II of the program to assist Monessen with training, professional consulting, and technical services. “I am thankful for DCED’s continued support for Monessen and our future growth,” stated Monessen Mayor Matt Shorraw. “I’m really excited to see the data and plans that come from this program. It will greatly help carve out a path for the City’s Planning, Zoning, and Blight boards, as well as City Government as a whole. I know that this is just one of more great things to come.” The grant will specifically help to develop a five-step process for the City to more effectively address blight; provide code enforcement capacity building, by helping to digitize the code enforcement office; and helping with feasibility in participating in the Westmoreland County Land Bank, which the City vote to join in February. The program will help to provide training to the Monessen Planning Commission, Monessen Zoning Board, and the newly formed Monessen Blighted Property Review Board, all of which have all of their respective positions filled with members. The City will work with DCED, the Local Government Academy, and the Pennsylvania Housing Alliance to implement this project.
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Bradford House Historical Association Announces Drop-In Season Bradford House Museum Drop-In Season Come visit the home of David Bradford, see the door that Alexander Hamilton knocked on and learn the history of this beautiful, National, Historic Landmark. Date(s): April 7 through December 1 - EVERY WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY Site/Location: 175 South Main Street, Washington, PA 15301 Admission: $5.00 Hours: 10 am to 4 pm Email Address: bradfordhouse@verizon.net Website: bradfordhouse.org Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitor Center Drop-In Season The Whiskey Rebellion was the single largest incident of armed resistance to U.S. law between the American Revolution and the Civil War, and the most important incident in the first 25 years of the U.S. Constitution. Come learn more! Date(s): April 7 through December 1 – EVERY WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY Site/Location: 184 South Main Street, Washington, PA 15301 Admission: FREE Hours: 10 am to 4 pm Email Address: bradfordhouse@verizon.net Website: whiskeyrebellioncenter.org
Belle Vernon Library Holds Library Week Raffle National Library week will bring a free chance for patrons of the Belle Vernon Public Library to win a picnic set. The cordura nylon travel pack comes with four place settings, cutlery, a cutting board, tablecloth and multi-function tool plus a cookbook and $10 gift card. Everyone who borrows items from the library the week of April 4 - 10 will be entered in the drawing. Additional chances may be purchased and also be on sale for the remainder of the month. The prize winner will be drawn on May 1, 2021. The Belle Vernon Public Library is located in North Belle Vernon at 505 Speer St. and is open Monday through Thursday 10:00AM - 7:30PM, Saturdays from 9:00AM – 4:00PM. For more info call 724-929-6642.
PORT VUE UNITED METHODIST CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION Port Vue United Methodist Christian Preschool is accepting registration for 3 and 4 years olds. Children must be age 3 or 4 by September 1. Call PVUMC at 412-672-7289
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Stella Stachura Sowal Scholarship Established to Aid Monessen Students By Lois Thomson The life of a dedicated, hardworking mother is being honored in the form of a grant to benefit female students in Monessen. The family of Stella Stachura Sowal has established a scholarship through Westmoreland County Community College (WCCC) to revere their mother's strong work ethic. As daughter Vickie Oles explained, her mother, who was born in this country in 1913 to Polish immigrants, had to drop out of school after 8th grade when her father died. Her day then started at 5:30 a.m., working at a job that paid one-fifth the wages of union plants because that was all that was available to women with a limited education. "Staying out of debt and helping her daughters get an education were priorities," Oles said. "She encouraged us to do our homework, use good grammar, and get more education or training. Working our way through college and scholarships enabled my sister to become a teacher/principal, and I became a social worker." For that reason, the family decided to use money left from an education savings Stella had set up for her grandchildren, and donate it to WCCC. "Having some financial help seemed like a good way to help someone get additional education or training, even if they started with one or two courses; or it might enable a current student to continue her education,” Oles said. The scholarship is available to any female Monessen resident who is a high school senior, or a full- or parttime student at WCCC. Oles said state aid isn't an option for parttime students, but the family wanted to make this available to anyone, including "non-traditional" students, e.g., those who are seeking a
Linzi Troilo-Dalfonso, was the first recipient of the Stella Stachura Sowal Scholarship.
degree later in life, or a working mother who is not able to go fulltime. Everything is handled through WCCC. Applicants are asked to answer three essay questions regarding research skills, challenges they face, and how a scholarship would help them to reach their goals. The scholarship office then sends the family appropriate applications to review. Two scholarships are offered each year, one for the spring semester and one for fall. The first one was awarded this year to Linzi Troilo-Dalfonso, who is graduating this spring from WCCC. She said she was "so excited" to receive the award because "it took such a burden off me. I was able to use some of the money to buy a new laptop to complete the semester. It was really just meant to be." Troilo-Dalfonso will receive her degree in photography, and, as an historian for the Monessen Amphitheater Committee, she said she is thrilled to be able to continue her documentation. "I love giving back to Monessen." Oles is also pleased. "It is fitting to honor our mother by helping other females in their efforts to obtain an education,” she said.
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Monessen Honors Local Heroes At the March 9 Monessen City Council Meeting, Mayor Matt Shorraw honored several local heroes by issuing them letters of Commendation. Seven letters were issued to firefighters and police officers that helped save the lives of two Monessen residents at a late-night fire in February. Shorraw said that “if it weren’t for these brave first responders, the couple would not have made it out of the home alive.” Commendations were given to Monessen’s Downtown Company, Assistant Chief Chuck Kozar, Downtown Firefighter John ‘Bubba’ Palmer, Downtown Captain Jeremiah Quattro, Downtown Firefighter Ryan Hess, and Hilltop Company Chief Mike Castner. Additionally, Mayor Shorraw honored Fightman Jerald Dankosky with a Letter of Commendation for 50 years of service to both Monessen Fire Companies. He began his service on March 9, 1971.
Rostraver Township will be Hosting a ‘Community Clean Up Day’ April 22 In celebration of Earth Day, Rostraver Township will be hosting a ‘Community Clean Up Day’ on Thursday, April 22, 2021 from 7am-7pm. Help keep Rostraver beautiful by picking up litter and dropping it off at one of the dumpster locations: Webster Ballfield, Orr Road, Elks Place and Township Shed on Concord Lane. The Township will be collecting tires without rims from Rostraver Township Residents only on April 22 at the Rostraver Township Road Department. Further details will be coming, please save the date and visit the township webpage www.rostraver.us .
Oldies Dance Set for April 17 in Carroll Township A Spring Fling Oldies Dance is being sponsored by the Carroll Township Volunteer Fire Company on Saturday April 17th. The event will be held at the Carroll Township Social Center from 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM. DJ is Ralph Trilli. Tickets bought at the door will cost $15, but advanced tickets can be purchased for $10. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase. For more info and tickets call 724-379-5050.
Rostraver Sportmen Association Trap Shoot and Monthly Meeting The Rostraver Sportmen Association located at 539 Cedar Creek Rd, in Belle Vernon, Pa. sponsors a trap shoot every Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. All are welcome to participate. For more information call 724-984-6611. rostraversca.org The Rostraver Sportsmen Association will hold their monthly meeting on Monday April 19, at 7:30 PM. All members are encouraged to attend. Applications are now being accepted from both men and women. For more information
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Private Industry Council Helps Youth with Jobs By Lois Thomson The term "win-win situation" perfectly describes what the Private Industry Council is doing to help high school students and young adults obtain jobs. Alec Italiano, Director of Workforce and Economic Development for PIC, explained about the program that finds jobs for youth in Westmoreland and Fayette Counties by pairing them with local companies, and paying them $10 an hour for 240 Private Industry Council workers hours' worth of work. Italiano said the funding comes from both the Westmoreland Fayette Investment Board and a grant, and there are actually two programs, one for in-school students ages 16-18, and one for out-of-school youth ages 18-24 who are not attending post-secondary school. "It's a career interest program, almost like a job shadowing,” said Italiano. “It's not just someone's first job, but if they are interested in a particular line of work, we do our best to place them there. We've had people interested in photography and we've placed them with a photographer; the same with plumbers or electricians." He added that the placement is sometimes based on convenience; for example, if the student doesn't have a means of transportation, he or she will be placed somewhere close to home. This is a program that assists the participating businesses as well. As Italiano said, "The company benefits because it gets someone to work there, and we're paying their wages. A lot of worksites like it because they can't immediately afford to take on anybody. Sometimes, though, they'll offer a full-time job to the student afterwards; that happens fairly often." Italiano said the program has always received strong participation from the whole Mon Valley area – places like Belle Vernon, the Waypoint Youth & Community Center in West Newton, Perryopolis, and the Monessen Library and Monessen EMS often take part. "There are a variety of businesses. A lot of municipalities need help with clerical work, or parks and recreation. Golf courses are always looking for seasonal workers, and we get a lot of child-care sites. It's always good to have an extra set of hands there." Originally designed for summer, the program has been transformed into year-round. Even in school children may be able to take some time away from classes and get in a few hours of work during a week, although they must get working papers from the high school. Shujuane Martin, president and CEO of PIC, said PIC's mission has always been to help young people in this way. "Anything we can do to boost the economy is good; and what's better than hands-on experience for the kids?"
Hillcrest Christian Academy in Bethel Park to Host Open Houses Hillcrest Christian Academy in Bethel Park is hosting several Open Houses for families interested in the school for the 2021-2022 school year. They will be held on April 7, April 21, and May 12 at 9:00 am. For more information, contact Carly Klein at cklein@hillcrestca.org
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Master Sgt. Jeremiah Murphy is the Air Force Technician Recruiter with the 911th Airlift Wing, The Steel Airmen of the 911th Airlift Wing say they offer the best part-time job in Pittsburgh. The Air Force Reserve offers 70 exciting careers to choose from, paid basic and technical training, student-assistance programs, a steady pay check, leadership and management opportunities and veteran’s benefits. Plus, there are the once-in-a-lifetime chances to travel around the world. Master Sgt. Jeremiah Murphy is the Air Force Technician Recruiter with the 911th Airlift Wing, which is based out of the Pittsburgh Air Reserve Station at Pittsburgh International Airport. He is a native of Western Pennsylvania, attending North Hills High School. Murphy joined the Active Duty Air Force in 2009. “Recruiting Western PA is tough,” Murphy said. “Our biggest challenge here is awareness. I grew up in the area and didn’t know that Pittsburgh had an Air Force Reserve station here until I was already in the Air Force.” Now, Murphy helps to raise awareness at high schools throughout the region. Like every organization during the COVID-19 pandemic, the 911th Airlift Wing is having to move many of their in-person recruiting events to virtual meetings. “We are doing a lot of working virtually and digitally like everyone else,” Murphy said. “That can create a lot of challenges but also gives us a lot of opportunities to reach people who aren’t comfortable with in-person meetings yet.” Murphy tells interested high school students to focus on core classes like Math and English because it will help them in taking the required Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery exam. A good score on the ASVAB will help recruits qualify for more job options. This past year, several graduates from South Park and Baldwin have
enlisted in the Air Force Reserve and the 911th Airlift Wing is currently working on a partnership with Bethel Park High School athletics. Murphy has been in his position as a recruiter for nearly 10 years and has traveled throughout the South Hills-Mon Valley areas extensively. He has also spent time in California and Florida before he had the opportunity to come back home. “I started my recruiting career because after experiencing how much the Air Force helped me become who I was, I wanted to be a part of helping others have that option as well,” Murphy said. He first started out as a Security Forces Airman, otherwise known as Military Police, and served in South Korea and Afghanistan. Murphy hopes to find others, like him, who have a desire to better themselves. With a career in this field people may find their inner discipline, work on successful teams and cultivate a sense of adventure. “We have a lot of positions and openings in aircraft maintenance,” Murphy said. “We are hiring full-time and part-time positions for that here at the 911th. You don’t need any prior experience in that field, just a desire to learn. We are really looking for members who want to be a part of a team and work together for a goal that is bigger than just personal achievements.” To schedule a visit with the Steel Airmen recruiting staff, call 412-4748555.
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Donora Historical Society Has High School Sports Game Films Available Football and Basketball Games Dating Back to the 1960’s HIGH SCHOOL GAME FILMS CONVERTED Since 2015 the Donora Historical Society has been converting football and basketball game films from 16mm to DVD and are now available to the public at an affordable price. Some games feature extensive footage of parent’s nights, football coaches, cheerleaders and bands. Most games cost $25/game plus S&H. Other games may cost less due to film length and quality. For games that have yet to be converted, there is a cost to transfer to DVD that includes a copy charge. This cost can range from $40 to $70 depending on the game's length. If you are interested in a particular game that hasn't been converted, please let us know by sending an email. Please consult our website www.donorahistoricalsociety.org and select the “Game Films” tab for a complete inventory. Email us at donorahistoricalsociety@gmail.com or call us at 724-823-0364 and leave a message with any questions. If your game is not in our inventory, we do not know where it may be and we’re not aware of anyone else doing a project like this. All proceeds benefit the Donora
Historical Society in completing this project. This month we are featuring game films from two area high schools: • Clairton • Thomas Jefferson (TJ) For other high schools, please check our website for the full list that includes basketball games.
Clairton 7 vs. Penn Hills 0 - $25 • 09/17/66 Clairton 6 vs. Monessen 20 - $20 • 10/16/66 Clairton 33 vs. Donora 27 - $25 • 10/29/66 Clairton 14 vs. Mon City 6 - $20 • 10/28/67 Clairton 26 vs. Mon City 13 - $25 • 1968 Clairton 14 vs. Mon City 7 - $25 • 09/06/69 Clairton 12 vs. Ringgold 0 - $25 • 1970 Clairton 36 vs. Ringgold 2 - $20 All Clairton football games that we have in our inventory have been converted. We do not have any Clairton basketball games.
THOMAS JEFFERSON CLAIRTON FOOTBALL FOOTBALL AND GAME FILMS These are the Clairton High BASKETBALL GAME FILMS School football games that are converted and are available on DVD: • 10/05/63 Clairton 41 vs. Donora 6 - $25 • 10/10/64 Clairton 13 vs. Donora 13 - $20 • 10/09/65 Clairton 32 vs. Donora 0 - $25 • 1965 -
Jewelry and Book Sale at West Newton Library – April 24 The West Newton Library will be holding a Jewelry and ‘Fill a Bag’ book sale on April 24 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the parking lot of the library. Aaron has been cleaning and bagging our wonderful collection for two years. The books have all been wiped off with Clorox wipes and quarantined. Rain date for sale will be May 1. Book donations will be accepted up until one week before the sale. No jewelry donations until after the sale to save for next year. We ask that you social distance and all who attend wear masks. The West Newton Library is located at 124 N. Water Street in West Newton. Parking will be limited, consider using the WN Senior Center lot or the parking lot on the left past the library. Please contact the library with any questions at 724-633-0798.
These are the Thomas Jefferson High School football and basketball games that are converted and are available on DVD: FOOTBALL • 10/01/66 - TJ 12 vs. EF 19 - $10 • 10/09/66 TJ 33 vs. Donora 6 - $25
• 10/15/66 TJ 20 vs. Mon City 0 - $25 • 10/14/67 TJ 52 vs. Mon City 7 - $25 • 10/26/68 TJ 25 vs. Mon City 13 - $25 • 09/27/69 TJ 28 vs. Ringgold 12 - $25 BASKETBALL • 02/21/75 TJ 56 vs. Ringgold 53 - $18 There are two Thomas Jefferson basketball games that we have that have not been converted yet: • 1970-71 - TJ vs. Ringgold • 02/21/77 - TJ vs. Ringgold
ADDITIONAL INFO If you have additional questions about the subjects mentioned above, the historical society, museum, presentations or possibly volunteering, feel free to stop by on Saturdays or by special appointment (with at least a week’s notice), email us at DonoraHistoricalSociety@gmail.com , call us at 724-823-0364 and leave a message, visit us on the web at www.DonoraHistoricalSociety.org, or follow us and Like Us on Facebook at “Donora Historical Society and Smog Museum.”
SAVE THE DATE Free Chicken & Biscuit Dinner in New Eagle New Beginnings Church of God of Prophecy, located at 411 4th Ave. in New Eagle, invites the community to enjoy a free Chicken & Biscuit Dinner on April 10 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This dinner is Drive-Thru and Take-Out only. Please call 724-310-3533 to place your order. Menu includes: chicken & biscuit with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, and dessert. (Donations are appreciated.)
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Craft and Vendor Show in Bethel Park – April 17 Hillcrest Christian Academy will be hosting the ‘Promise of Spring Craft and Vendor Show’ at South Hills Assembly in Bethel Park on April 17. Beginning at 9:00 AM, 60 vendors and crafters will be represented with a wide variety of great items to purchase. The event ends at 3:00 PM and includes a bake sale, a café, and a ticket auction.
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Residence at Hilltop Welcomes Back Visitors It has been a long year not being able to visit with oved ones in person, but beginning March 25, the residents who live at the Residence at Hilltop, a personal care community in Carroll Township (Washington County), will be able to reach out and touch their loved ones in person once again. The staff at the Residence is scheduling visitation from 9 to 11 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Two loved ones may schedule a one hour visit at a time. “It was very disappointing that we had to suspend visitation for so long,” said Kim Taliani, LPN, CGN, PCA, administrator/director of nursing. “At the Residence at Hilltop, we always say that we are one big family and for the past year we were there for our residents’ birthdays, as well as all of the holidays. We are all looking forward to welcoming back the residents’ loved ones because we miss them too. For the health and safety of the residents and staff, the following procedures must be followed during all visits: • All visitors must pass a general health screening before entering the Residence. • Masks are required to be worn at all times — even among people who have been vaccinated. • Residents and their loved ones must remain in the resident’s room. A separate area may be designated by the Residence at Hilltop staff for people in semi-private rooms. If weather permits, visits may take place outdoors. • Residents and their visitor(s) cannot congregate in common areas.
WEST NEWTON POOL SEEKS LIFEGUARDS AND CONCESSION WORKERS The West Newton Pool is looking for concession stand workers and lifeguards for this summer. We will pay for your initial lifeguard fee. Send your requests to: Pam Humenik, West Newton Boro, 112 South Water St., West Newton, PA 15089
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Stuffed Pork Chop Fundraiser in West Newton The West Newton Community Pool is having a Stuffed Pork Chop Fundraiser on April 10 at Gary's Chuckwagon Restaurant, located at N. Second St. in West Newton. The Fundraiser will be held from 4-7pm and is TAKE OUT ONLY. Dinner cost is $15 and includes stuffed pork chop, mashed potatoes, green beans, roll, salad and dessert. Purchase your tickets in advance as this dinner sells out quickly! Call Gary's Chuckwagon at 724-872-8920 or stop in for a ticket.
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LASER-CATARACT EYE CARE Q: Can my cataract surgery be performed with a laser?
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Q: How does the laser do this? A: The laser, painlessly, in about 35 seconds, makes all the incisions necessary for the cataract procedure. It also creates relaxing incisions for the reduction of astigmatism, and it softens and divides the cataract to facilitate its removal in the operating room.
Q: Who will most benefit from Laser REFRACTIVE CATARACT SURGERY? A: Patients with cataracts that wish to reduce dependence on, or eliminate glasses, will most greatly benefit from this advanced technology. The laser technology allows for the reduction of astigmatism, the elimination of nearsightedness and farsightedness, and the more accurate placement of multifocal or bifocal implants. With bifocal implants, the almost complete elimination of glasses for reading and distance vision is possible.
Q: Is every patient a candidate for Laser REFRACTIVE CATARACT SURGERY?
A: The doctors at Glaucoma Cataract Consultants, Dr. Mondzelewski and Dr. Danaher, will decide with you what procedure might be of most benefit. Certain patients with corneal or macula difficulties may not fully benefit from the new technology, and the standard small incision surgery can provide good results.
Q: Where will my surgery be performed? A: Spartan Health Surgicenter, together with the doctors at Glaucoma Cataract Consultants, have teamed up to provide the LenSx laser platform. This advanced technology femtosecond laser has already had extensive use at Spartan Health Surgicenter. We are proud to provide this state of the art approach to cataract surgery here in the Mon Valley.
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Business & Merchant News Dusty’s Discounts Holds Ribbon Cutting in Monongahela
Mon City Supply Celebrates Grand Opening
The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce recently held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Dusty’s Discounts, located at 406 West Main Street in Monongahela. Dusty’s Discounts sells household items, toys, fashion and more. Store hours are Monday through Saturday 9:00AM to 6:00PM, and closed on Sunday. Give them a call at 724-518-7557.
The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce recently held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Mon City Supply, located at 1101 Railroad Street in Monongahela. Mon City Supply has all of your garden needs: Limestone, Mulch, Topsoil, Sand, River Rock, Retaining Walls, Fill dirt, Potting soil, Vegetable and flower seeds, Mushroom manure, Concrete block, Mortar, Tools of the trade, and more! They offer a 10% discount to first responders and vets. Contractor discounts are available as well. Mon City Supply is open 7 days a week. Hours are 7:00AM – 4:30PM Monday through Friday, and 7:00AM – 2:00PM Saturday and Sunday. Contact them at 724-292-8342.
Noel’s Primitive Shop & Gifts Holds Ribbon Cutting in Monongahela The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a Ribbon Cutting for their newest member, Noel’s Primitive Shop & Gifts, located at 202 West Main Street, Monongahela, PA. Karen Langol, the Owner, would like to invite you to shop her store for unique items. Noel’s carries primitives, country décor, and handmade items. This shop is truly a must-see! The shop is open Monday 10 AM to 7 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10 AM to 6 PM, and Thursdays 10 AM to 8 PM. Noel's creates one-of-a-kind gift baskets for any special occasion. They will also host craft classes. Call the store at 724-825-9525 with any questions. Karen would like to thank Pam and her family, Staci Jones, Owner Chloe and Me Candles, and Don Fraser, Don’s Signs for helping her make her dream come true.
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MONONGAHELA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CONGRATULATES THE FEBRUARY MEMBER OF THE MONTH MONONGAHELA WOMAN’S CLUB
Founded in 1938, the Monongahela Woman’s Club has served the Monongahela Area by supporting a number of community entities such as the local food bank, the Monongahela Area Library, and the Monongahela Police and Fire Departments. Recently, the club donated masks for staff and students who attend Ringgold schools and donated cookies for essential workers at the Mon Valley Hospital. They are especially proud to be the sponsor of the annual Ringgold Senior Girls’ Tea.
MACC MEMBER OF THE MONTH Monongahela Area Historical Society The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce selected The Monongahela Area Historical Society (MAHS) as the ‘Member of the Month’ for March 2021. The MAHS mission is to promote the interests of the public in the history of Southwestern Pennsylvania with emphasis on the City of Monongahela, Carroll, and Forward Townships and the Borough of New Eagle and to provide a place where items of local history may be stored and displayed; to hold meetings open to the public where historical subjects may be discussed and to carry out all lawful acts to carry out the above stated purposes. The MAHS offers monthly speakers; features community events such as autumn ghost walks and a historic house walking tour; and serves as an archive to the community. The Monongahela Historical Society is located at 711 West Main Street, in Monongahela, and can be reached at 724-258-2111.
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Women’s Business Network Announces April Meetings Are you looking for a dynamic group of women who will share your passion for succeeding in business? Women’s Business Network is an awardwinning business association that supports the success and growth of women in business! Part networking group, part mastermind group, part educational resource, WBN provides members with the tools to be successful while expanding her circle of influence and marketplace. All professional women are welcome to attend as a guest at the meeting for no charge. At the time of publication, many chapters are meeting virtually; please check with the local chapter representative for more information. To learn more, visit www.wbninc.com. The McMurray Chapter meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at 8:30 a.m. April meetings are April 3 and April 17. To find out more, contact our Chapter Representative, Diane Fehl, at 412-341-7788, ext. 110. The South Hills Chapter meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month at 8:00 a.m. April meetings are April 1 and April 13. To find out more, contact our Chapter Representative, Susanne Snyder, at 724-953-1539. The Washington Chapter meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 8:30 a.m. April meetings will be held April 14 and April 28. To find out more, contact our Chapter Representatives, Karen Kovac or Pam Slominay, at 724-986-6739. The Mount Lebanon Chapter meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 8:30 a.m. April meetings will be held on April 8 and April 22. To find out more, contact our Chapter Representative, Barbara Klein, at 724-5083283. The All Virtual Chapter holds regular meetings via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 7:30pm – 8:30pm. The April meetings are April 3 and April 17, and guests are welcome to attend at no cost. For more information contact our Chapter Representative, Jennifer Pasquale, at 412908-1663.
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Local People News Bethel Park Girl Scout Earns Gold Award Bethel Park High School Senior, Emily Carter, has earned her Gold Award, the highest honor for Girl Scouts. Emily's project was a coloring book and a video titled ‘Friends With Wings’. This project focused on healthy foods for birds, making a bird feeder craft and plants that help feed birds. Lois Johnson Daycare kindergarteners and first-graders were the primary recipient of Emily's coloring books with some overflow being handed out at Bethel Park Public Library. Emily has future plans of running at Oklahoma State University to study premed psychology with a minor in nutrition.
Thomas Jefferson Graduate Pens Her First Book By Charlotte Hopkins Kaitlyn Salmon, a 2016 graduate from Thomas Jefferson High School, has penned her first book, a Bible Study Guide titled, “The Ministry Of Touch: A Psychological Analysis Of Touch In Jesus' Ministry.” Salmon was inspired to write about the touch of Jesus after she read the story of the leper in Mark 1, a man who seemed to be living a life of solitude and whose life was changed after Jesus touched him. “Reading that story, I couldn’t keep the image of that shocking touch to myself,” she said. “I wanted to dive deeper into other touches in the Bible to see what God had to say about it.” Salmon further stated, “I am extremely excited to share this book with the world. It changed my life as I wrote it and I hope it will change yours as you read it!” Salmon, a proud mom of two cats, Milo and Flynn, is currently working on her second book, “When God Just Doesn’t Make Sense.” It will explore the times in our lives when we do not understand what God is doing. For those who would like to reach out to Salmon, she can be contacted on Facebook or Instagram or at her email address, Kaitlyn.salmon16@gmail.com.
Kaitlyn Salmon, started writing her book when she was a student at Chatham University and doing an internship with Christian Student Fellowship.
Kaitlyn Salmon's book, “The Ministry Of Touch: A Psychological Analysis Of Touch In Jesus' Ministry,” can be used in group studies and personal studies. (Photo credit: Alicia Salmon)
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT NON-PROFIT MANTLE HOUSE MISSION Mantle House Mission (MHM) administers two re-sale stores and donation centers that serve the West Newton, Elizabeth, and neighboring areas. Without the kindness and dedication of a volunteers, MHM cannot provide re-sale opportunities or support for itis charitable activities. If you think you can spare some time to help, please contact the Mission office. MHM’s office location is 132 S Water Street, West Newton, PA 16089. Contact us by phone at 724-872-1800, on the web: www.mantlehousemission.org, or visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/mantlehouse.
April 2021 BASS, Bishop J. Richard, Sr., 78, of Monongahela, died March 8. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. BODNER, Paul G. Jr., 73, of Brunswick, OH (formerly of Clairton), died February 22. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. BOHONEK, Theresa D. (STANEK), 71, of Baldwin, died March 1. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township. BRIGGS, June, 86, of Charleroi, died March 13. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. BROWN, Evelyn, 80, of Elizabeth, died February 26. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. CHARLTON, Richard, 85, of New Eagle, died March 14. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. COPE, Janet A. (DAILEY), 74, of Finleyville (Union Township), died March 14. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. CORBIN, Rose, 78, of Bethel Park, died February 17. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. DEAN, Sandra Lee (FASICK), 85, of South Park, died March 6. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. DONELLI, Theodore “Tedd” Michael, 72, of Pleasant Hills, died March 9. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. DOOLEY, Christine A., 61, of South Park, died February 21. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
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DuSCHEID, Raymond, 67, of Baldwin (formerly of Brentwood), died March 4. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. EARLEY, James W. Jr., 68, of Donora, died March 12. Arrangements by William Bautz Funeral Home in New Eagle. FARRELL, James R., 64, of West Mifflin, died March 13. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. FRANKOVICH, Bonnie G. (WILLIAMS), 75, of Monongahela, died March 15. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. GLASER, Pamela Rae, 54, of Bethel Park, died February 24. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. GRAY, Amelia “Sis” M., 94, of Plum, (formerly of West Mifflin), died March 10. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. HARTMAN, Dorothy, 83, of Roscoe, died March 3. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. HOLESH, Audrey Anne, 84, of Speers, died March 9. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. JENKINS, Charles R., 90, of West Mifflin, died February 20. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. KRALL, Valerie, 84, of Bethel Park, died February 17. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. KRUPPA, Thomas E., 76, of Roscoe, died March 1. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.
LIPOVSEK, Theresa, 90, of Pittsburgh (formerly of South Park), died March 4. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. LOMBARDI, Marlene A. (TONECHA), 65, of Monongahela (Valley Inn), died March 6. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. MATEY, Thomas “Tom”, 69, of South Park, died March 8. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township. McINTOSH, Jean C. (OWEN), 79, of Baldwin, died February 22. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. McKITA, Jason, 48, of Luzerne PA (formerly of Charleroi), died March 16. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. MISSIRIOTIS, Irene, 82, of Charleroi, died March 3. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. MORRIS, June M., 88, of Finleyville, died March 16. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. NASAL, Anthony A. Jr., 72, of Finleyville (Union Township), died February 17. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. NICCOLAI, Richard Adam, 20, of Baldwin, died March 10. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. PETRAS, Patricia A., 58, of Finleyville, died February 23. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. PETRE, Bill, 81, of Jefferson Hills (formerly of Venetia), died February
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25. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. PILEGGI, Rosemary (CIUCA), 92, of Cantonsville, MD (formerly of Monongahela), died March 1. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. RIFE, Kimberly “Bo”, Woodrow, 67, of Roscoe, died March 4. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. SCHUBERT, John, 82, of Baldwin Borough, died March 8. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township. SEVICH, Robert, 93, of Monongahela, died March 9. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. SHETTERLY, Charles Kenneth, 86, of Charleroi, died March 2. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. SKIRPAN, Mildred M. (MULAC), 83, of Monongahela, died March 12. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. TARABRELLA, Paul C., 98, of Monongahela, died March 13. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. TARPLEY, Nicholas, 28, of Donora, died February 24. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. WATSON, Rogers II, 71, Bethel Park, died February 24. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. WEIS, James, 73, of Finleyville, died March 8. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. WILKES, Gladys, 102, formerly of Bethel Park, died February 17. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.
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SPORTS Ringgold Competitive Cheer Earns Silver at WPIAL Championships
Upper St. Clair Boys Basketball Wins WPIAL Championship
By Matthew Peaslee Ringgold’s historic competitive cheerleading season continued in March with a silver-medal performance at the WPIAL championships. On March 13 at Hempfield High School, the Ringgold cheerleading squad took on some of the most athletic squads in the region and stood up against the best of the best. The Rams won the AA Small Division and placed second overall, behind only Neshannock. Ringgold finished with 69.8 points while Neshannock earned the top spot at 75.8. With their second-place finish the Rams have earned a spot in the PIAA competitive cheerleading championship, which will be held April 10 in Hershey. Members of the Ringgold competitive cheerleading team include Eden Abenque, Alina Bianchi, Nila Forlini, Rylee Fresh, Kirra Gerard, Jaime Gilman, Karley Kray, Lauren Kreutzer, Kenzye Krivijanski, Kelley Kulp, Angelina Massey, Kendal Morgan, Tiffany Rongaus, Kylie Skorvan, Kensi Staffen, Ava Trettel and Ava Walsh.
By Matthew Peaslee The Upper St. Clair boy’s basketball team has cemented itself as one of the top programs in western Pennsylvania this season. On March 13, the Panthers defeated Pine Richland, 56-53, at Peters Township’ brand-new AHN Arena to capture the WPIAL 6A title. This is the team’s first WPIAL basketball championship since 2005. In that game, the Panthers were led by Ethan Dahlem who scored 16 points. To get to the WPIAL title game the Panthers defeated CanonMcMillan, Seneca Valley and Butler. The grit and mettle of the Panthers was needed a week later when they hosted Erie for the PIAA Class 6A quarterfinals. The team was very much short-handed with several players and head coach Danny Holzer unable to attend due to COVID-19-related concerns. In fact, only six players could suit up for Upper St. Clair with Tanner Gensler and Brandon McClester serving as the only available coaches for the game. It was a tight contest all the way with the Panthers holding out to the very end and escaping with a 62-57 victory over Erie after never surrendering the lead in the second half. Dahlem continued his high-scoring ways with 14 points, Dave Pantelis led the team with 23 points and Luke Gensler added 19. Porter Rauch, Devin Hall and Matt Gaithersburg were the only other players who could play against Erie. Luke Banbury, John Sukernek, Dahlem, Pantelis and Gensler are the team’s seniors.
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St. Louise de Marillac Catholic School Boys 8th Grade Varsity Basketball Team Finishes Season Undefeated, Wins Class A Diocesan Championship
Pictured L to R (seated): Carson McCoy, Adam Vas, Gino Williams and Forrest Betz. (Standing): Head Coach Pete Smith, Patrick Weldon, Clancy Orie, Bradley Gompers, Mickey Vaccarello, Sean Thelk, and Asst. Coach Rich Thelk. Missing from the photo is Assistant Coach Tom Korpiel.
The St. Louise de Marillac Catholic School Boys 8th grade Varsity Basketball team defeated St. Kilian School in the championship game of the Class A Diocesan playoffs 54-49 to finish the season as the undefeated Class A South Section and Diocesan champions. As the Diocesan champions, the team qualified to represent the Pittsburgh Diocesan in the boys basketball Varsity State playoff tournament, which unfortunately was canceled this season due to COVID. Congratulations to all the players and coaches on an outstanding season!
Mens’ Softball League Registration Open Registration is now open to teams and / or players wanting to play in the Mens' Church Softball League of the South Hills. Games are played as Doubleheaders on Saturdays and sometimes makeup Fridays based on schedule and requests. Normal season generally runs from May through July and into August. Games are played in Bethel Park or Bridgeville. Entry fee is per team or by individual. For more info: Contact Bob Keibler, League Commissioner at 724-518-6072 or rkeibler@nacahtech.com.
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YOUR HEALTH Monongahela Valley Hospital Names New Hematology/Oncology Nurse Navigator When people are undergoing hematology/oncology treatments and follow-up care at Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center, they will have a knowledgeable resource to help them on their journey. Michele Haftman, RN, ONC, is MVH’s new Oncology Nurse Navigator. In this role, she anticipates questions before they are asked, addresses concerns and shares information patients need on their path to wellness. A resident of Daisytown, Ms. Haftman has spent her entire nursing career at MVH and one of its predecessor hospitals — Monongahela Memorial Hospital. For 30 years, she has been an oncology-certified nurse providing compassionate care to the Hospital’s radiation oncology patients. In her new role, she will provide help and guidance to patients with all cancer diagnoses. “Thirty years ago while working on the Behavioral Health Unit, I temporarily helped the nursing staff on the Oncology Unit and found it to be my mission so I never left,” Ms. Haftman explained. “We are delighted that Michele has moved into the role of Oncology Nurse Navigator,” said Sherry Watkins, MBA, MSN, RN, senior vice president of Nursing. “She will provide all of our hematology and oncology patients with the highest level of personalized and compassionate care.” Ms. Haftman can be reached at mhaftman@monvalleyhosptial.com or 724-258-1999.
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Home & Garden Spring Awakening: 5 Expert Tips To Renew Your Lawn (BPT) - To help you get ready for a healthy, lush green lawn this spring, TruGreen, America's #1 lawn care company, shares five things you should do. 1) Start with a spring cleanup: Spring cleaning isn't just for the inside of your home. Your lawn has collected fallen leaves, sticks and other debris over the winter months. Leaving behind this plant matter can smother the growth of your lawn and leave behind unsightly dead patches on the turf. A cleanup will give your lawn room to breathe, so it can take in water and sunshine, as well as any fertilizer or weed control treatments. 2) Clean up the mower: Spring is also time to dust off the lawn mower, fill it with fresh fuel and get your first mow. The first mowing of the season removes dead blades of grass and encourages the lawn to start waking from its winter slumber. 3) Get a step ahead of weed growth: The return of crabgrass is (Continued on following page.)
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BALDWIN BOROUGH Joesph Dowd James Clibbens Jr. Richard Yochum Shawn Robinson Branton Properties LLC Estate of Donald Fix Michael Molyneaux Mark Henderson Joseph Kurhan Ronald Dewalt Jr. Vincent Thomas Edwards Estate of Andrew Joseph Lang Nora Gajewski Benjamin Niebel John Saras Mary Ellen Halterlein Estate of John McCann Krishna Prasai Dori Capretti Belashova Anastasia LLC Mary Jo Stoner
David Katonik and Jessica Levi Paula Tripp Robert Taylor Tamara Geese Kaytlynn Raychelle Heck Scott Girdwood Sr and Dolores Girdwood Luke Bickerstaff and Jamie Newhouse David Wayne Gehring Jr. / Samantha Marie Huber Julianne Feskorn Jonathan Burville Luke Kail and Victoria Scott Shelley Munzak James and Caitlyn Lehner John Ford Jr. Alexis Davies Om Nath Kafley and Thagi Maya Poudel Robert and Norma Hajduk Bhim and Mitra Neopaney Nicole Curtin and Cassandra Ferguson Sven Zepic Property Prince LLC
5304 Adobe Drive 664 Charlotte Drive 171 Cheston St. 1205 Clover Circle Ct 330 John St. 106 Kathleen Drive 5348 Meadowcrest Road 613 Portia Drive 312 Ruthwood Ave. 1536 Tretter Drive 5340 Brownsville Road 642 Elaine Drive 1465 Prospect Road 1204 Towervue Drive 707 Tyler Drive 5441 Wolfe Drive 1532 Evelyn Road 1473 Prospect Road 458 Balconade Drive 1144 Boni Drive 812 Brentview Drive
April Edwards James Eicher James Campolong Jr. Confluence Investments LLC Douglas Teeple Indra Phuyel Ronald Eiben Patricia Lanzerotti Richard Walther Wayne Dagostino Joseph Tirschler Kenneth Morran Matthew Walsh Tara Bartos April Ann Mikrut
Ilya Kulidi and Elena Chernikh Beech Charles Properties 100 LLC James Campolong III and Kerry Campolong Lynn Rollage Voelker Properties LLC Lal and Budhi Biswa Anthony Piergrossi Danny and Danielle Hillgartner Ashley Bable Matthew Otto Yasko Steven Stern and Melinda Perry Shelby Rodgers Christopher and Christine Lacher Jonathan Lauterbach Robert Foran and Adina Marie Pastin
1608 Elderslee Road 1713 Elderslee Road 88 Gensler Road 681 Jenne Drive 734 Lechner Ln 470 Macassar Drive 222 Meadowdell Drive 1230 Pleasantvue Drive 5192 Spangler St. 653 Brinwood Ave. 476 Holdsworth Drive 933 Horning Road 235 Pinchtown Road 3136 Schieck St. 3339 Wallace Drive
Price $163,000. $174,000. $100,000. $207,000. $255,000. $139,999. $198,500. $180,000. $165,000. $219,990. $190,000. $159,900. $165,000. $226,900. $142,500. $175,000. $150,000. $190,000. $175,800. $32,000. $52,000. by sheriff's deed. $95,000. $70,000. $100,000. $191,500. $90,000. $210,560. $163,900. $130,000. $169,500. $125,000. $64,236. $142,000. $45,000. $157,500. $149,000.
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BALDWIN TOWNSHIP Jennifer Smith Shame Robertson Chad Lagoni
Allison Wockley Ashley Ledonne Lauren Ashley Milan
2236 Romine St. 839 Middle Road 424 Pearce Road
Price $130,000. $158,000. $190,000.
BENTLEYVILLE Samuel Henderson Robin Lynn Smith Joel Weir MMZ Properties LLC
Anthony Michale and Beth Ann Harmon Donald Rados and Janet Smith Jeffrey Ethan James Frank Benjamin Jasko and Savannah Rae Freeman
111 Piersol Ave. Penn Ave. 107 Washington St. 204 Beallsville Road
$77,147. $20,500. $15,000. $136,800.
BETHEL PARK Estate of Nicholas Zrowka James Hannan Estate of Edward Sidick Keith Dillow John Behrens HHTPI LLC Christopher South Jr. Samantha Mayo Dorothy Blosel Anne Johannes John Rosa Douglas Marvin Estate of Anthony Clements Bryon Clough Nicholas Biondi Estate of John Baronett James Tanner Ronald Sustich James Foreman Pasquale Didomenico Brian Sholder Dustin Dobbin Tina Dodson Bruce Miller Jeremy Hines Estate of Thomas Barincott Jr. Frank Marks Anthony Clements Mahesh Iyer Rachel Zeh Estate of Dominic Patricelli Kristen Ruzicka Janet McQuillan trustee Ian Mathies Justin Work John George Faber
Andrew Joseph Feikls James Boyle and Jilliam Dipippa SFR 3 LLC Suzanne McCrossin Jessica Kovell Quality Home Investments LLC Brandon and Samantha Mayo Kasey Alexandra and Lisa Wilfong Preston Barber Kapil Gautam Cullen McGoran and Melissa Inks Stanley Chambers James and Sarah Cannon Eric and Hannah Karolak John Nance and Lydia kilian William Joseph and Skyler Kelly Justin and Anne Culotta Philip and Linda Bosworth Euna Ko and Youngseok Jee Tomcat Holdings Ltd. Jeremy Hines Amy Nicole Morton Cameron Stewart David James and Tracey Lynn Thompson Steven Chester and Theresa Friess Chris Polito Jr. Stephen Hozella Kenneth and Anna Benvenuti Eric and Angela Cersosimo William Harrison Scott IV and Allie Yurkovich Daniel Baca and Natalie Ann Morris RP2ALL LLC Stephen Kotto Michael and Kathryn Waine David and Sandra Rovelli Eric Witt and Kelly Jo Luteran
3267 Appel Road 2646 Bethel Church Road 2883 Cedar St. 5890 Keystone Drive 1802 Timberidge Drive 5927 Wallace Ave. 5915 Boyer Ave. 5638 Florida Ave. 5694 Florida Ave. 866 Fredericka Drive 5443 Glen Hill Drive 55 Highland Road Unit 501 55 Highland Road Unit 502 669 Horning Road 5651 Janet Drive 5690 Janet Drive 2006 Pleasant St. 1111 Rial Drive 554 Rolling Green Drive 2776 S. Park Road 5074 Sherwood Road 315 Timberidge Drive 715 Timberidge Drive 5688 Villahaven Drive 5891 Wilson Drive 369 Dale Road 129 Iron Run Road Unknown Address 113 Amberwood Ct 2735 Bertha St. 5975 Bethel Park Drive 2102 Brady Pl 1231 Cocker Drive 1054 Copsewood Drive 5904 Dashwood Drive 2469 Driftwood Drive
$272,500. $215,000. $107,300. $139,000. $142,000. $196,150. $336,450. $205,000. $169,500. $280,000. $280,000. $113,000. $137,000. $275,000. $236,000. $114,000. $197,400. $310,000. $299,900. $245,000. $330,000. $140,000. $143,500. $370,000. $251,000. $255,000. $425,000. $15,000. $380,000. $200,000. $227,000. $141,500. $199,900. $267,915. $251,700. $233,500.
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not something to look forward to, however, the good news is, you can get these and other unsightly weeds under control by applying a treatment before they start popping up around your lawn. But keep in mind, it's important to get the timing just right. "Timing is critical when it comes to applying preventative weed treatments," says Brian Feldman, TruGreen's Director of Technical Operations - North. "Treatment should be applied under very specific soil and temperature conditions. Otherwise, it won't work and you'll end up wasting both product and effort." To take the guesswork out of weed control, consulting with a lawn care professional - such as TruGreen can bring you peace of mind and deliver desired results. 4) Nourish your lawn: Spring presents yet another important window of opportunity to achieve a thick, healthy lawn. After being dormant all winter, it will need a dose of food to help it spring back to life and start growing. Because by summer, your turf will be facing many stresses - heat, drought, insects and disease. A light application of fertilizer can help your lawn take full advantage of spring growth and have it at its best. Don't forget your trees and shrubs, too! The amount of fertilizer needed varies (Continued on following page.)
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with the age and where your trees and shrubs are located, so contact a professional for expert treatment. 5) Set a simple watering schedule: Regular rainfall is optimal for healthy grass. But when the sun is beating down and it's been more than a week since the last rainfall, you'll need to supplement the lack of rain with a sprinkler. Luckily, you can keep it simple as most lawns will thrive and grow with one inch of water per week. To keep track, set a few empty tuna cans around the lawn. When they get full - indicating an inch of water - you can move the sprinkler to a different section. Trees and shrubs also need some watering TLC; keep them hydrated also, particularly when temperatures start to spike. It's important to remember that every state and region has unique grass and plant types that present their own needs and challenges. Yet, a thick, green lawn you will feel proud of is closer than you think. Call your local lawn professional and they'll create a plan that's tailormade for your outdoor living space to get it into great shape this spring. TruGreen prides itself on designing a lawn-care experience founded on customer needs and rooted in science. To find a professional in your region, visit TruGreen.com.
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BETHEL PARK Gabriel Mascioli Brett Moorman Zarko Mirkovic Steel City Land Holdings LLC Ashley Morris Justin Mazzeo Daniel Lucarelli Joseph Grmusa Keith Lewis trustee Sondra Fetter Chad Moore Jennifer Weis Kevin McGoran Beverly Ann Rowan BSAT LLC Todd Micharl Osleger Joanna Wertz William Donald Ford John Woll Joshua Gragg Michael Janosik Estate of Harry Roberts
Saif Hassan Michael and Marla Burchfield Srdjan Budesa Deluca Austin Properties LLC Samuel Ference Erin Riley Martin David Escobar and Megan Harbison Haris and Almedina Merzihic Justin Gompers Sean and Ursula Asmus Sears Samuel and Stephanie Fluman Dickson Barry Liebert David Wilson and Taylor Gingell Ryan and Kelly Danley James and Diana L Wahl Cornyn Kevin Langlois Zachary Cameron Matthew Wallace et al. and Mary Ellen Wallace Adam John Claire and Hannah Miller Stephen Brody and Leah Diluca Stephen and Kala Janosik Wiley Properties LLC
6067 Dublin Road 1124 Grouse Run Drive 109 Horning Road 4522 Library Road 2320 Longcrest Ave. 176 Old Village Ln 125 Slatewood Ct 153 Spartan Drive 309 Timberidge Drive 1056 Willow Glen Drive 5733 Willow Terrace Drive 622 Arkwood Drive 590 Clifton Road 125 Diamondwood Court 233 Graeser Ave. 809 Hershire Drive 2887 Hickory St. 53 Highland Road 202 5981 Monongahela Ave. 4755 Prescott Drive 705 Red Barn Court 2412 Sylvania Drive
$209,900. $355,000. $180,000. $339,000. $147,000. $195,000. $305,000. $253,000. $120,000. $250,000. $255,000. $140,000. $252,000. $297,450. $218,000. $206,500. $115,000. $130,000. $235,000. $210,000. $325,000. $140,000.
BRENTWOOD Jason Blough Mary Dulski Alexander Lese Alexander Lese Matthew Georgetti Marion Caputo Brian Piccolo Thomas Zofcin trustee Jenna Leigh Bealko Estate of Carmine Ferro Joseph Piqueira James Voelker Camilo Ocampo Jason Fickley Zachariah Hawkinberry Richard Ritter Joseph Rhoads Robert Nowinski Justin Jones Coletta Cline David Hughes Intellectual Properties Pittsburgh LLC Arrow Development LLC
David and Angel Pinkerton Erick Mack and Abriana Allen Edward Erickson and Russel Guy Wright Edward Erickson and Russel Guy Wright Ashley Dimaio Todd and Jaclynn Sell Charles William Robinson II and Deanna Harris David Castellano Ortiz and Elizabeth Castellano Garrett Edward Clifford Joseph Scanlan and Michele Charmello Jennifer Armstrong Ashley Marie Brown and Abbey Lynn Hornick Roger Vigliotti Teodor and Jelena Markovic Stephen Andrew Granzeier et al./ Molly Marie O Cork Valley Properties LLC Tamika Jones Blake Steele Kirklyn and Ashley Wagner Emerson Lopez Mauricio Jacob Hughes Aaron and Kerri Caldwell Aiden Barker
332 Bracken Ave. 2738 Churchview Ave. 4140 Dalewood St. 4144 Dalewood St. 25 Graper St. 114 Bellanca Ave. 2926 Clermont Ave. 240 E Willock Road 3112 Elroy Ave. 19 Hillman St. 57 Owendale Ave. 3742 Woodrow Ave. 4341 Clairton Blvd. 3901 Cloverlea St. l69 Conson Road 3837 Delco Road 234 E Garden Road 4035 Meadowbrook Blvd. 3604 Pary St. 3012 Bremen Ave. 109 Burdine St. 142 E Francis Ave. 225 E Garden Road
$130,000. $132,394. $192,500. $192,500. $200,000. $96,000. $140,000. $115,000. $190,000. $146,000. $134,900. $138,000. $122,000. $140,000. $140,000. $19,000. $124,000. $154,000. $185,000. $17,000. $174,500. $251,900. $67,000.
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David Fassinger Jennifer Lee Thomas Obringer Lauren White Stephen Kelley Toan Ho Christopher Orsini Maria Kress
Isaac Merz and Jamie Kunning Jonathan Kowalski Casey Thomas Light Hunter and Mark Consolmagno Jonathan Johnson Van T Le Ngoc Linda King Ronald Dunlap Jr.
4131 Tuxey Ave. 13 W Bellecrest Ave. 3309 Bookman Ave. 369 Bracken Ave. 3201 Brownsville Road 348 Marylea Ave. 3312 Regan Ave. 3323 Villawood Ave.
$199,900. $175,000. $160,100. $105,000. $246,000. $135,000. $136,000. $116,000.
CARROLL TOWNSHIP Rosemarie Daittillio Donna Bzic Edward Tabish Jr. Estate of Pauline Kurtak Capozza
Michelle Derosa Evelyn Salzman Joseph Bondi Jr. and Joanne Bondi Jason and Katie Oslowski
110 Beechwood Drive 131 Billen Ave. 2109 Main St. 104 Sunset St.
$135,000. $50,000. $119,900. $190,000.
CHARLEROI Mary Strong Janice L Langland Kopcak Barry Schaum Fernando Andrade Lagier Tyler Culp LSF9 Master Participation Trust Rex Alan Gillie Ronald Palmintera John Friend Iron Bridge Holdings LLC Lowell Whitlow Rosa Mazzie Marquan Wilson Kerri Elizabeth Federer Cassandra Lee Hertzog
Marina Bloom Nick Andrisko Michael Healy Christopher Obitko Shawn and Christine Watkins Jobe Franks and Sherry Glesk Joseph Schwerha David Barbe Kindred Properties LLC PAC Real Estate Holdings LLC Sergio Afanador Jeffrey and Deia Biddle Devon Morgan Matthew Bowyer and Shellee Anderson PNC Bank NA
512 First St. 312-314 Ninth St. 1212 Lookout Ave. 1210 Lower Meadow Ave. 1207 Meadow Ave. 922 Shady Ave. 533 Washington Ave. 1014 Fallowfield Ave. 315 Washington Ave. 801 McKean Ave. 607 Meadow Ave. 304 Oakland Ave. 833 Lincoln Ave. 105 Lookout Ave. 205 Woodland Ave.
CLAIRTON Robert Delu Anthony Casciato Marie Perticone Foster The Roads LLC Randolph Smith Frank Bellavance trustee Austin Fellabaum Austin Fellabaum Donald William Molinaro Eric Pekala Roxanne Russomano Thomas Stoner Bonnie Grueso Estate of Hazel Fasekas
Andrew David Gazza St. Roman Chastity Clinton Brickell Eric Pacpaco Heather Shaner David Gaza Kurt Price Kurt Price Abdul Rasool and Gulsoom Sattarzada Deepa and Durga Kharel Jessica Brenning Ultra Industrial LLC Jason and George Zubasic Y& O Investment LLC
623 Large Ave. 418 Mitchell Ave. 239 N Fifth St. 732 N Sixth St. 522 N Eighth St. 726 St. Clair Ave. 2805 Soltis Drive 2806 Soltis Drive 452 Waddell Ave. 916 Ninth St. 712 Lafayette Drive 121 St. Clair Ave. 111 St. Clair Ave. 923 Toman Ave.
$5,000. $15,000. $38,800. $30,000. $5,000. $20,150. $22,500. $20,000. $9,267. $60,000. $17,500. $55,500. $7,500. $26,000. $7,451. by sheriff's deed. $3,000. $80,000. $60,000. $37,500. $42,000. $22,500. $10,000. $10,000. $40,000. $84,000. $120,000. $200,000. $9,500. $25,000.
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City of Monessen Offering Tax Forgiveness for Buyers of Blighted Homes, Vacant Lots The City of Monessen has a new plan to tackle blighted, vacant property, and to get more people to move into the former mill town. Monessen has posted its unsold delinquent property tax list on its website, www.cityofmonessen.com. There, potential buyers can find properties they may be interested in. If they are able to acquire the title from the current owner, and they sign an agreement with the City committing to bring the property up to code, and having a plan for the property, the City will forgive the past delinquent taxes. Those who acquire properties this way, will still have to pay taxes going forward, but this program removes a huge hurdle from people interested in properties. The City currently has over 800 tax-delinquent properties on record.
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CLAIRTON Andrea Stasenko Aaron Archibald Robert Clark Jean Vitelli Barbara Jean Mayzel Charles Bazier 4ScaliseRE LLC et al. Thomas Deep Jeremy Sacunas Austin Fellabaum Thomas Deep Foster The Roads LLC Wilbur Sparks Aaron Archibald
Glenn Rovers and Margaret Dicker Keyway Home East LLC Edward Schuessler SFR 3 LLC Shawann Simons SDDC Investments LLC Timothy McGarry Grape Trust #214 123 Spring LLC A Clean Well Lighted Place LLC Summit Trust #217 Grand Old Properties LLC Golden Crown Homes LLC Do It Yourself Homes LLC
853 Bessemer St. 14 N Fourth St. 942 Vankirk St. 643 Waddell Ave. 549 Constitution Cir 639 Third St. 546 Farnsworth Ave. 214 Grape Way 219 N Third St. 2802 Soltis Drive 217 Summit Way 226 Waddell Ave. 310 Waddell Ave. 539-541 Wilson Ave.
DONORA Purpose Properties LLC Gabrielle Boyd Joel Oslowski Ronald Toomey
Lamahn Ross and Brittany Morris CSW Properties 1 LLC PrimeTime Property LLC Toomey Hancock LLC
Mark DiPiazza Vaughn Taylor
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Shawn Bellora Ralph Prystash Estate of Joseph Holowich Jr. Michael Clark
Price $63,850. $19,087. $12,000. $33,500. $65,000. $30,000. $33,500. $4,001. $22,500. $35,000. $15,001. $30,000. $65,000. $12,000.
452 Third St. $20,000. 1151 Marelda Ave. $30,000. 63 Kenric Ave. $10,000. 400 Walnut St. $1. (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $26,562). Sharon Fay Richter and Shelley Ann Byers 243 Modisette Ave. $84,100. Vaughn Taylor and Terry Bobin 900 Meldon Ave. $1. (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $11,700). Vaughn Taylor and Terry Bobin 906 Meldon Ave. $5,000. Tabitha Coven 7 First Ave. $77,250. Jack Whitney and Carolyn Crisstine Fulks 316 Fourth St. $22,500. Joseph and Ruth Cialone 128 Thompson Ave. $24,000.
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DUNLEVY Mark Rotolo
James and Lynn Laskey
4 Frick St.
ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Joel Santille Raymond Shada Jr. Estate of Richard Perkins First United Presbyterian Ch. Boston Jason Dull Nickolas Brown Todd Donofrio George Mesiarik William Sekula Anthony Hutskow Benjamin Dickson Scott Risker Joseph Geyer Jr. Dorothy Bentley Estate of John Brown
SFR 3 LLC Charles and Jodi Bouchard 1025 Schweitzer Land Trust R & N Enterprises LLC Boston Harve Anderson IV and Angelica Dull Christopher Nicholas and Amber Lee Kasmarik Michael Solomon Bristol Properties Group LLC Tyler Ellwood and Alexandra Ruhl Lynn Kerr Brandon Snyder and Abby Goss David Betz and Carly Macieski George Lion III and Brianne Lion Kevin Adams Bruno and Diane Lazzaris
215 Boston Hollow Road 235 Jacktown Road Ext. 1025 Schweitzer Road 5824 Smithfield St. 529 Friendship Drive 300 Kennett Drive 400 Timothy Drive 1007 Clydesdale Ave. 224 Dennis St. 165 Grouse Drive 581 Lucas Ln 515 Scenery Drive 451 Cedar Drive 1107 Deerfield Drive Lovedale Road
Anthony Hutskow Jr. John Parker Jason Molt Margaret Wagner Daniel Thompson
Todd and Donna White Kristine Thomas Joseph Geyer Jr. and Jodi Geyer Kirk and Brittany Sarafis Judy Thomas
228 Rock Run Road 1022 Old Hills Road 123 St. Andrews Circle 401 Timothy Drive 1309 Virginia Ave.
JEFFERSON HILLS David Lobur MB2K Development Inc. Betler A Construction Inc.
Harry Ghimire and Soniya Kiorala David and Christina Treadwell James Ganley Jr. and Melissa Ganley
1003 Chamberlain Road Chestnut Ridge Drive 9006 Independence Drive
Price $21,000. $59,000. $225,000. $28,000. $45,000. $160,000. $280,000. $165,000. $15,000. $156,000. $217,500. $178,000. $146,500. $286,500. $170,000. $65,000. by sheriff's deed. $165,000. $295,000. $175,000. $195,000. $30,000. $385,000. $170,000. $168,000.
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Spring Lawn Equipment: Get Ready for Backyarding in High Style This Year (NAPSI)—Backyarding is the new trend that’s emerged during the pandemic. Our backyards are where we eat, work, play, relax and socialize, and the green spaces around our homes have proven to be vibrant places for connection and vital to maintaining mental health. So how do you get ready for lots of springtime backyarding? You organize your yard and ready your landscaping. “Take some time to plan out your yard with your family. Once you know the purpose you want it to serve, it’s time to start working with (Continued on page 30.)
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it,” said Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing outdoor power equipment, small engine, utility vehicle, golf car and personal transport vehicle manufacturers and suppliers. “A well-cared for lawn and landscape provides the canvas for a year-round backyarding lifestyle. You’ll want to get out there with your outdoor power equipment, like your lawn mower and trimmers, as soon as spring arrives, and you want to do it safely,” said Kiser. He offered the following tips to get lawn equipment ready for spring: Refresh your knowledge. Read your equipment owner’s manuals and follow all manufacturer’s guidelines. If you find a manual online, save a digital copy for future reference. Look over equipment. Lots can happen in a garage or storage shed over the winter. Check the air filter, oil level and gasoline tank. Watch for loose belts and missing or damaged parts. Replace any parts needed or take your equipment to a qualified service repre(Continued on following page.)
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JEFFERSON HILLS Todd Gooch Steven Richard C9 Enterprises LLC Estate of Charles Zalakar Maronda Homes Inc. Andrew Baiano Stephanie Sciulli Maronda Homes Inc. Estate of William Bell MB2K Development Inc. Nicole Bryant Charles Benack Timothy Wu Allegiance Relocation Services Jeffrey Gonzales Richard Marchelletta
Joe Bracco and Adrienne Bosworth John and Deborah Ann Slava Elizabeth Pulkowski and Jesse Lyons Robert Barnes II and Katie Barnes Michelle and Rosario Mutarelli Hari Kharel and Muna Chapagain Douglas Reis Timothy Kevin Madden Steven Michael Lebetz Brian Verbanick Sr and Suzanne Verbanick Casey Regas William and Kathy Shirk Allegiance Relocation Services Marcus and Annalee Faber Michael Encrapera Patricia Miller
107 Rio Mar Drive 1437 Council Pl 108 Hillview Road 712 Old Clairton Road 426 Spaniel Ln 260 Pointer Drive 1452 S Randolph Drive 421 Spaniel Ln 1265 Bickerton Drive 3026 Chestnut Ridge Drive 200 Coal Valley Road 6412 Jefferson Pointe Circle 2064 Laurel Ridge Drive 2064 Laurel Ridge Drive 111 Providence Drive 2340 Ridge Road
$243,000. $90,000. $120,000. $208,000. $500,636. $372,000. $140,000. $391,829. $159,000. $95,000. $77,000. $262,500. $435,000. $435,000. $440,000. $242,500.
MONESSEN Estate of Elizabeth Crabb Trib Real Estate Co. LLC Bernard Reday Beth Roxby M&T Bank Jason Minniti et al. Suwanda Numpho Dane Joseph Mornak Marcia Chiaravalle Amun Handa Jill Teis Charlotte Kobaly Jennifer Joseph Estate of Eleanor Merando Larry Sechrist
Dec31st Ltd. Itama Development Associates L.P. Brian Logan I Buy Distressed Homes LLC Anastasia 1031 Capital LLC Zachary and Rachel Guiser David Hoover Cathern Ann Shaffer Jonathan Krepps Paul Gregory and Fritzi Kimball Matthew Geis and Jennifer Kucera Elaine Patterson Carolyn Curcio Gary and Sharon Wilson Target Two LLC
414 Second St. 19 Eastgate 3 Hartung Ct 1125 McMahon Ave. 335-341 Schoonmaker Ave. 131 Fairfield Drive 416 Pearl St. 29 Pennsylvania Blvd. 1508 Cemetery St. 1120 Patton Ave. 7 Columbus Drive 130 Pacific Blvd. 94 Scenery Blvd. 27 Stanton Drive 919 Summit Ave.
$21,000. $275,000. $89,750. $3,000. $30,000. $158,000. $21,000. $125,000. $164,000. $25,000. $72,000. $75,000. $141,000. $135,000. $30,000.
MONONGAHELA BLCM Renovations LLC Delena Allshouse Brittney Allen Betty Martin Susan Carini David Vestrat Gerald Moore Lucille Chiodo
Estabrooke Properties LLC Deneen Austin William Joseph Wittmer II Flowing North Properties LLC Pine Hollow Real Estate LLC Walnut Bend Properties LLC Nicholas Robert Daczkowski Fox Jr. Development Inc.
201-203 Chess St. 780 Cassidy Ave. 124 Chess St. 624 Park St. 419 Parkinson St. 104 Second Ave. 504 Chess St. 1237 W Main St.
$144,000. $20,000. $33,000. $30,000. $43,021. $64,000. $116,000. $765,000.
PETERS TOWNSHIP Magdalene Pettinato trustee Rolling Lambert Building Co.
David and Karyn Ward David and Rayne Bird
119 Center Church Road 121 Driftwood Drive
$148,000. $475,000.
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Jewel Omslaer Donald and Eieen Degenhardt Raymond Kevin Delaney
Dale Griffith LMBA Properties 1 LLC Diane Corry Karen Schweizer Donegal Land Partners LLC Justabout Development LLC Leech & Henry Construction Inc. Stephen McNally James Ruane G. Brian Beinhauer Phyllis Lopus Timothy Skraitz Donegal Land Partners LLC Christopher Corrado Jamison Hardy Justabout Development LLC
120 Marlboro Drive $545,000. 124 Pine Creek Drive $335,000. 315 Squire Ln $1. (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $21,317). David Bradley and Tricia Joy Travis 202 Sugarwood Drive $503,000. Charles and Kelli Caputo 429 Turkeyfoot Road $260,000. Anthony and Margaret Niro 227 Village Green Drive $400,000. Thomas Gordon and Cassandra Pedroza Forsyth 104 Yorktown Road $399,900. Joshua and Kimberly Pisarcik 325 Azalea Drive $498,033. Thomas and Kathleen Bigley 504 Harvest View Drive $812,094. Edward and Marilyn Szpara 307 Juniper Way $725,000. Adam and Shannon Lynn Menzies 570 Justabout Road $775,000. Iraj Khaliqi and Sadia Azizi 320 Lincoln Drive $300,000. Shane Hallett and Katie Young 3104 Manor Way $411,000. Richard and Adrieann Yanni Carrillo 524 Sugar Camp Road $288,750. Paul and Melissa Ruffolo 103 Sugarwood Drive $1,300,000. Jamie Basista 319 Azalea Drive $378,504. Patrick Walters Jr. and Michele Walters 536 Center Church Road $349,900. Jacob and Leigh Sines 531 Cortland Drive $399,900. Spencer Scott and Sarah Agoglia 307 Hayfield Ln $622,207.
271 Art Land LLC Maria Mackewich Jerfrey Glusko Charles Geyer trustee Justin Kovac Timothy Dugan Valerie Voss William Frazier Donegal Land Partners LLC Joshua Friedman
Dustin Thomas and Megan Ann Defebo RossPreston Nicholas Wickline Timothy and Susan Ulam Steven Yanosky Bryc and Lindsay Plant Joseph and Alexis Neumann Zheng and Rui Liang Ma Evan and Melissa A Strock Robert and Carol Cisney Garrett Jaob and Hollie Marie Mehl
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319 Juniper Way 2749 Locust Drive 2775 Locust Drive 206 McCombs Road 117 McIntosh Drive 132 Sheffield Ln 104 Standing Rock Drive 111 W Edgewood Drive 321 Azalea Drive 228 E Edgewood Drive
$150,000. $151,650. $94,500. $375,000. $434,000. $342,500. $393,000. $360,000. $438,496. $910,000.
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sentative. Check to be sure that you have the appropriate batteries if needed. Drain fuel tanks. If you didn’t empty the gasoline tank before storing equipment, drain it now. Fuel should never sit in outdoor power equipment for more than 30 days. Untreated gasoline (without a fuel stabilizer) will deteriorate, which may cause starting or running problems or damage the fuel system.
Protect your power. Use only E10 or less fuel in gasoline-powered outdoor power equipment. Most manufacturers recommend a fuel stabilizer be used, especially if you don’t use up all the fuel in the tank right away. Any fuel containing more than 10 percent ethanol can damage small engine equipment not designed for it. Store fuel safely. Label fuel cans with the date of purchase and ethanol content of the fuel. If you don’t know the date of purchase, dispose safely of the fuel and buy fresh gasoline. Always store fuel out of the reach of children or pets and in approved containers.
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Don’t mix up your battery packs. For battery-powered equipment, use only the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Stash batteries safely. When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. Tidy up. Clean equipment will run more efficiently and last longer. Clean equipment and store it in a dry place. Remove dirt, oil or grass. Never store equipment in a place that is damp. For further information on safe fueling, go to www.LookBeforeYouPump.com.
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(BPT) - To help limit the spread of germs, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends regular cleaning of hightouch surfaces. Tabletops, desks, vanities, faucets and door handles often make this list, but two things that are touched frequently throughout the day are often forgotten during cleaning: light switches and wallplates. To help keep your home healthy, you should take steps to regularly and properly keep light switches and wallplates clean. However, in our effort to eliminate buildup on switches and wallplates, many opt to use common household disinfectants with chemical agents. These substances may cause more harm than good to the switch or wallplate because certain cleaning agents can interfere with the electrical components, leading to safety issues, or cause damage to the surface area of the wallplate. If during cleaning you notice any irregularities on your switches or wallplates, such as cracking or discoloration, replace them immediately. Because of the connection to an electrical source, it's important to clean light switches and wallplates in a safe manner. Liquid and electricity don't mix. You should never spray or wipe a detergent or disinfectant solution directly on light switches, outlets, dimmers, USB charger outlets or (Continued on following page.)
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PETERS TOWNSHIP Robert Keatley Adam and Michelle Seelman 235 Fox Run Drive McMurray RHCC Land Devel. L.P. Terry Divelbliss and Brian Beck 238 Gateshead Drive Raymond Peterson Jeffrey and Elissa Welnick 130 Golfview Drive Justabout Development LLC Michael and Coleen Mazzella 496 Harvest View Drive Bradley Ruth Mark and Nicole Cleland 102 Lancelot Cir Theresa Gillece trustee Avrim Blum and Michelle Kirshen 202 Waterside Drive Peters Township Land Co. LLC Jason Masko and Clare Lozano 186 Wellington Cir Uday Roy Michael Bane and Victoria Dunaevsky 108 Willoughby Ct Matthew Simmons Andrew and Morgan Erenberg 106 Bethany Drive Arthur Ulrich estate trustee Justin and Brooke Tennant 691 Bower Hill Road Richard Wardrop Jr. Kent and Michelle Lindsay 106 Boxwood Ct Randy Judd Austin Lee Bailey and Kara Lee Hunter 116 Center Church Road Garrett Mehl Khang Dinh Nguyen and Phi Ngoc Huong Nham 102 Raffael Drive SOUTH PARK Adam Powers James Garvin III and Abigail Cubbison Unknown Address Matthew Rusinko Jenna Nicole Haniotakis 1100 Aurora Drive Mero South Park Ventures LLC Nvr INC 4044-4052 Crown Drive Gerald Williams James and Amy Strang 1625 Duchess Lane Michael Beck Mursal and Salahuddin Neromand 1107 Edith Ave. Estate of William Tuscan Joseph and Laura Gubash 1084 Old Post Road Amanda Marie Tullai Powell Keith and Carol Dillow 1089 Old Post Road Mero South Park Ventures LLC NVR Inc. 2004 Pinnacle Way Nvr INC Robbi and Ryan Silvis 2004 Pinnacle Way Jason Lee Frost Chandi and Geeta Majhi 6850 Ridgevue Drive Mero South Park Ventures LLC NVR INC 5030 Summit Drive Ashley Shaffer Hough Richard and Tammy Poorman 4124 Terrace Ave. Xuesong Chen Blair Oldaker and Kayla Kiger 930 Broglie Drive Marjorie Grose Michael and Lisa Mykeloff 1655 Citation Drive NVR Inc. Dejoun and Mary Green 4060 Crown Drive NVR Inc. Tracey Feagins 4062 Crown Drive 20176WY-28 LLC Benjamin and Madison Keen 3119 Southern Drive Heather Gavlak Melissa Seibert 1928 Strawbridge Drive Mero South Park Ventures LLC NVR Inc. 5021 Summit Drive NVR Inc. Jean Marie Perry 5031 Summit Drive Secretary Of Housing And Urban Develop William and Beth Buszko 6805 Vickers Drive Aamen Hassan Erica Hindman 6599 Library Road Erica Hindman Segavepo LLC 1131 O'Rourke Drive Estate of Terry Raymond Brian Salak and Kayli Trlio 1801 Sangate Drive Margaret Lucia Fultegrity LLC Brownsville Road Estate of John Webster Jr. Lin & W Family LLC 6360 Crestview Drive NVR Inc. James and Katharine Luther 4060-4066 Crown Drive Michael Dunmire Ethan Sorochman and Stephanie Marie Harden 6332 Crestview Drive Michael Inks SFR 3 LLC 5844 Curry Road Frank Shepard Patrick and Christina Cole 1985 Hertford Drive Brian Quinn Robert and Dana Taper 1008 Imperial Drive Nvr INC Michael and Kendra Barbone 1005 Peak Drive Harry Kuhn Michael Inks 3067 Piney Bluff Drive Nvr INC Daniel and Meghan Dlugos 2008 Pinnacle Way Daniel Dlugos Robert Larkin Jr. and Brittaney Berbach 1818 Renee Drive Total Real Estate Solutions LLC Zan Development LLC 2415 Ridge Road David Zubasic Nicholas and Laura Damiano 5571 Saddlebrook Drive John Opel Jr. George Norman Jr. 3024 Sebolt Road Nvr INC Richard Rump and Jennifer Joyce 5014 Summit Drive Mero South Park Ventures LLC Nvr INC 5027 Summit Drive David Gmitter Christopher and Samantha Orsini 130 Sylvania Drive Estate of Michelle Olah James Bright 5501 Thelma Ave. Estate of Laverne Cole Estate of Cheryl Ciepiela UNION TOWNSHIP Maronda Homes LLC Peter Sporio Robert Curotola David McPherson Robert Wheeler
Price $427,521. $52,500. $517,500. $690,991. $292,000. $333,000. $210,000. $550,000. $551,106. $521,000. $325,000. $295,000. $390,000.
Jessica Elise Rodrigues Lucille Frank
142 Grandview Way 627 Speers Ave.
$170,000. $205,000. $218,285. $275,000. $25,500. $185,000. $244,900. $65,657. $445,325. $190,000. $65,657. $180,614. $219,000. $262,000. $267,685. $252,935. $236,000. $245,000. $65,657. $513,955. $141,140. $149,900. $152,500. $208,500. $25,000. $83,000. $313,075. $194,000. $44,000. $258,000. $231,500. $432,640. $40,000. $410,185. $24,000. $88,500. $570,500. $259,900. $362,745. $65,657. $250,000. $147,600. SPEERS $122,000. $32,500.
Lisa Evans Chelsea Vibostak Christopher Ray Samuel and Dawn McPherson Kevin and Teresa Suchta
167 Viareggio Way 26 Davidson Ave. 3492 Ivy Hill Ln 114 Tuscany Estates Drive 115 Stonebrae Drive
$267,769. $104,000. $240,000. $217,750. $319,900.
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WHITEHALL Samantha R Doleno Johnson Anthony Molinaro Katherine Romano Daniel Blevins NVR Inc. Bijaya Thapa Martin William Fagler Michael Lamantia Jane McClure Carolyn Salton Estate of Charles Joseph Michaels Cameron Crocker Mary Clark Donald McCune Laxmi Ghimire NVR Inc. LSF10 Master Participation Trust Maureen Crowley George Balaz Jr. James Goralzick John Eric Zurku Michael Poljak NVR Inc. NVR Inc. Sandra Sluganski PNC Bank NA trustee Agnes Seltmann John Mitchell Jonathan Shanahan Penn Cove Group Capital ACQ LLC David Daley Krishna Chimariya Colleen Forquer Mary Kopp Paul Wagoner William Manko Carolyn Carlin Kathleen Kennedy Estate of Edward Schneider Brian Griffin Jr. Benny Daoust
Christinia Hritz Alexander and Rebecca Deconiliis Michael and Jacqueline Boyle Sonia Gill Bembic David and Carlee Evans Rupa and Aita Sing Gurung Damudar Rijal and Kiran Tiwari Mustafa Mahmood Chad Suvak Nirmala Dangal and Tulashi Upreti Ly Thi Luong Cassandra Krauss Nathan Robert Swauger Sarah and Sue Ellen Lyons Laxmi Narayan Khatiwada and Parbati Pokhrel Thomas Doyle and Hope Pelkey Flosi Properties LLC Tik Darjee Wilhelmina Blanche Speicher Puspa Lal Bhattarai and Toli Tiwari Theresa Zurku Glenn Brickner Tristan Syre and Emily Pearson Kevin Otoole Jonathan Sluganski Stephen and Anya Sykes Aita Poudel and Sujata Adhikari Philip Ahwesh and Ashley Rosado Michael and Hilary Sias Tarpon Towers II LLC Brian Paul Davis Jr. and Gina Marie Davis Tek and Durga Devi Odari Jeffrey Heckman Ian Lynch Mitchell Alan Anglemyer and Meghan Wagoner Alice Kenawell Jacob Abels and Chelsea Tara Pilarski Alyssa Perkins Yukesh Gurung Tate Giles Investment LLC Michael Dipippa
4693 Echo Glen Drive 4820 Girard Road 5206 Lantern Hill Drive 4812 Mooreridge Drive 143 Providence Way 4971 Roberta Drive 4963 Willow Drive 4458 Brownsville Road 5133 Daube Drive 4662 Delma Drive 5192 Grove Road 5087 Lantern Hill Drive 155 Maryal Drive 4855 Mooreridge Drive 1150 Prospect Road 192 Providence Way 109 Rhodes Ave. 4587 Clubvue Drive 1012 Duncan Ln 627 Glowood Drive 4322 Highgrove Road 4839 McAnulty Road 112 Providence Way 114 Providence Way 4800 Sherwood Drive 5258 Sherwood Drive 5112 Azalea Drive 4775 Delma Drive 651 Glowood Drive Hamilton Road 5236 Orchard Hill Drive 4824 S Emblem Drive 132 Weyman Road 4719 Doyle Road 700 Frank St. 3237 Longwood Drive 415 Maxwell Drive 4408 Mckee Drive 5165 Morningrise Drive 1623 Parkline Drive 998 Prospect Road
$150,000. $239,000. $154,900. $217,000. $282,935. $215,000. $265,000. $238,000. $138,500. $202,000. $35,000. $249,900. $177,000. $305,000. $230,000. $362,365. $125,000. $252,000. $365,000. $306,000. $135,000. $80,000. $247,080. $235,575. $148,750. $180,000. $235,000. $259,900. $235,000. $220,000. $202,775. $120,000. $169,900. $119,900. $269,900. $163,000. $224,900. $153,500. $320,000. $174,900. $168,000.
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wallplates. To safely clean these devices, simply use a damp cloth with mild soap. Be certain to turn the power off to the device prior to cleaning. Due to risk of shock or electrocution, do not use disinfecting products, including foggers, sprays or other types of atomized cleaning agents. Plus, if the liquid seeps into the switch or outlet, it can damage the internal components. Cleaning solutions can also damage or discolor the device's surface or cause it to deteriorate. For extra protection, Leviton offers Antimicrobial switches and wallplates for your home. "Antimicrobial refers to any substance that eradicates or inhibits the growth of bacteria by suppressing bacteria reproduction," explains Randall. "Our antimicrobial switches and wallplates are engineered to help combat the spread of harmful bacteria and contain an EPA registered additive that protects the surfaces from contamination. When cleaned regularly with a cloth dampened with water and mild soap, that additive works to inhibit 99 percent of bacterial growth." As with cleaning any switch or wallplate, be certain to turn the power off at the circuit breaker or fuse prior to cleaning and to switch back on when you have completed the job. With proper and regular cleaning of light switches and wallplates, you can feel confident you're creating a bright, fresh appearance and a healthier home.
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April 2021 AMERICAN RIFLEMAN MAGAZINES - Older back issues. $20 a box. 412-251-7291 DAISY BB RIFLE - Antique 1936 Model 25, Fair condition $75 412-2517291 JEEP WRANGLER CENTER HUB COVERS (3), Silver w/Jeep Logo for older Wranglers. $8. each. 412251-7291 MOTORCYCLE MIRRORS (2) - Rectangular, chrome, metric, like new $25 Firm 412-251-7291 BLINDS- (2) 32 1/2"x 64" White, (2) 31 1/2" x 74" Beige, excellent condition $5 each 412-251-7291. CHINA CABINET - Glass Top Doors and Shelves & Lights up, Dark Wood. $200. 724-344-6619 BABY CHANGING TABLE - $50 724-344-6619 BABY SIT IN - Stationary Activity Learning & Play Center $45. 724-344-6619 DARK WOOD ROCKING CHAIR - Two(2) $50 each 724-344-6619 BABY BOY CLOTHES - 14 Large Bags Make Reasonable Offer. 724-344-6619 GO GO SCOOTER - 2 years old, brand new batteries, asking. $350 or best offer. 724-243-7626 PLOT FOR SALE - Sacred heart Cemetery $850 OBO. Please email sacredheartplot@gmail.com BICYCLE HELMET - men's, excellent condition - $20. 412-736-6223 OMELETTE MAKER - by Lekue - $15. 412-736-6223 AEROBED - pillowtop, queen size, built-in air pump for easy inflation and deflation, includes carry bag, excellent - $225. 412736-6223 MIRROR - over the door mirror with black frame, hardware included, no tools needed, excellent - $30. 412-736-6223 CHINA - New- Arnart Blue Onion Canister Set. Flour, Sugar, Coffee, Tea. $75. 724-938-8482 CHINA - New - 2 Royal Kendall Fire, Bone Cups & Saucers. $40. 724-938-8482 LINCOLN LOGS - New in box. $25. 724-886-5082. If no answer leave message. DUNE BUGGY - 2007 Thunder Motor Sport, Joyner 650 Sand Spider. Excellent condition. Only 173 miles. Garage kept. Winch and Owner's manual included. Asking $4,500 or make an offer. Leave message at (412) 999-4332 MOVIE POSTERS - Full size assorted 412-477-9333 between 9 and 5 p.m 2 STEELER SEASON TICKETS - Section 535, Row P. Call Jack 412-260-6448 COVERALLS - For carpenters/painters/mechanics. New. Size L. $5. 724-684-5531. CLOTHES CLOSET - (2) Free Standing. Vinyl with Steel Frame. 36'L x 20'W x 64"H $15 each Please call 724-684-5531 243 SAVAGE RIFLE - model 10 with 3 x 9 x 40 Simmons scope, hard carrying case and 1 box of Winchester ammunition. $600. 724-970-9245 24' ALUMINUM EXTENSION LADDER - $90. 724-938-8482 KITCHEN STEP STOOL CHAIR - with pull out steps. vintage - like new, $50. 724-941-7217
CLASSIFIEDS GIRL’S JC HIGGINS BIKE - 3-speed coaster (Model 321) –Free Spirit—for more info, call. Also, five electric fans, different speeds. 724-348-4324 HOME MADE QUILT RACK - $15. 412 655 9127 ROUTER - Craftsman with table, carrying case, stencils, and extra bits, excellent condition. $150. 724-941-7217 OUTDOOR TABLE - glass, oval with umbrella holder. $30. 724-941-7217 GLIDER FOR PORCH - 3 seat vintage c1950's, metal, excellent condition. $250. 724-941-7217 SNOWBLOWER - 24", 2-stage, craftsman, self-propelled, excellent condition. $225. 724-941-7217 2 COLUMBIA BIKES - Men and Women. Excellent condition. $50 each. 412 655 9127 COMPLETE WIFI GAMING SET - With accessories. $40. 412 655 9127 1989 NCAA FINAL FOUR - basketball program, held in Seattle. 224 pages. Excellent condition. $15 724-941-1728 PITTSBURGH STEELERS COLLECTIBLES SB newspapers, program, signed items, mags, pennant, photos, more. 724-941-1728 BOSTON CELTICS COLLECTIBLES - Pennant, stein, newspapers, magazines, gym shorts, etc.724-941-1728 PITTSBURGH PENGUINS COLLECTIBLES Stanley Cup, stein, newspapers, mags, Mario items, more. 724941-1728 PITTSBURGH PIRATES COLLECTIBLES Championship merchandise, papers, signed items, mags, programs, Clemente, more. 724-941-1728 FIREWOOD - Pickup truckload $35. 412-889-5035 2004 VICTORY VEGAS - Only 1,900 miles on bike. Purple with Silver Flames. It does have extras. I can not ride anymore. $4,500. Call Don 724-237-6520 SNOW PLOW LIGHTS – Halogen, High, Low, beams, turn signals, flashers, parking lights, new in box. $100. 412885-4975 1968 BUICK ORIGINAL - Fender Skirt moldings, 2. Like new. $50. 412-885-4975 STAGG TRAILER – 6x12, jack, 15-inch tires, spare tire, good condition. $1,300 with title. 724-989-0609 leave message. 724-989-0609 leave message. SKID STEER LOADER – Tire, 12-16-5. $100. 724989-0609 leave message.
CRUISER SKATES – 3-wheel, size 8-13, in box. $40 a pair. 724-989-0609 leave message. PROFESSIONAL STONE WARMER – with lava rock. $40. 724-989-0609 leave message. FREE PIANO – Upright, good condition. Story & Clark. 412818-9761. Leave mssg. TRAILER – 5x7, jack, spare, 14-inch tires. $800 with title. TREADMILL – Pro Form Crosswalk, 325X. $100. 724379-8369 ELECTRIC SCOOTER – And ramp. $300 for both. 724-379-8369 BANDSAW – Craftsman, 9-inch, two wheel, 1/3 H.P. $100. Ask for Paul. 412-276-8516 ROCKY BOOTS GORTEX – 800 mg Thinsulate, worn outside once. Perfect condition. In box. Size 11 wide. $50. 412377-4400 Lv. Mssg. LAWN DETHATCHER – Blue Bird, Briggs and Stratton, $150. 724-466-0628 TYPEWRITER – IBM Selectrix II, plus never-used numerous typeheads. Make offer. 412-882-8608 SNOW WHITE – Movie Poster, professionally framed. $150. 412-551-0752 PA STATE POLICE STATUE – 1940’s brass statue, w/ Leo on horse. $100. 412-551-0752
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SAMBO (1949) – Statue. $50. 412-551-0752 FLIPPER RIDING TOY – Rare, 1965. $150. 412551-0752 ENGINE STANDS – Two(2). $30. 412-425-0342 CHINA CABINET - must see. Glass top doors and shelves & lights up Dark wood. $350. 724-344-6619 VHS WRESTLING TAPES – 10, new. $12. 412425-0342 THE BEATLE’S – Unseen Archives book. $50. 412425-0342 BISSELL SPOT CLEANER – Ideal for cleaning up animal mishaps. $10. 724-326-4276 DRAPES – One pair, taupe, with valance. 74” L x 40” W. Like new. $15. 724-326-4276 PERCUSSION MASSAGER – 3 variable speeds. Used once. $15. 724-326-4276 VERA WANG – Queen Size, Flannell sheet set. White, still in package. $20. 724-326-4276 PET SAFE PET FENCE – No in-ground wiring. Controlled inside the house by a collar with batteries. Extra batteries included. $25. 724-326-4276 RECORD COLLECTION – 250 45’s from 1970s and 80s including 34 picture sleeves. Exc. Cond. $250. 412-884-1298 FLAT TOP TRUNK – Black, with insert. $40. 724-812-2078
ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVES WANTED The MESSENGER is the premier community newspaper in the South Hills and Mon Valley area of Pittsburgh. We are a free, monthly publication seeking to expand our coverage, and grow existing territories. The MESSENGER is looking to add experienced Sales Representatives to our growing team of professionals. Candidates should possess: Strong sales and/or customer service skills, ability to offer clients advice on ad content and design, handle several projects at once, work on a deadline, familiarity with Mon Valley area, reliable transportation, flexible schedule, computer with internet access and a personable, friendly attitude. Preferred candidates will possess: Prior newspaper or media experience, good communication and presentation skills and be motivated, determined and persistent. Interested applicants should email dhaniford@messengerpaper.com with a resume and cover letter, or mail to P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243.
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CLASSIFIEDS TELEVISION – Sears, Remote control, 19” color. (Not a flat screen). $5. 412-884-0886 CIRCULAR HAND SAW – Electric, with carrying case. $17. 412-884-0886 SOFA AND LOVESEAT – 90” sofa $20. 55” loveseat $15. Blue/Green leaf pattern, non-smoker, no pets. 412-884-0886 WOODEN TENNIS RACKETS – Two(2) with wood head presses, $15 for all 4 pieces. 412-884-0886 GUITAR – Tele-Star, 6 strings, plastic case. $45. 412884-0886 ROCKING CHAIR - Dark Wood, 2 $80 each. 724-3446619 BABY BOY CLOTHES - Five Large Bags, Make Reasonable Offer. 724-344-6619 ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR – State of the art capabilities for disabled individuals. Valued over $25,000. Will sacrifice for $1,200 or best offer. 724-258-6896 SOUTHWESTERN TV CONSOLE – C. Table, 2 end tables, desk,. Great condition. $1,000 or best offer. 412-491-0654 SAVAGE RIFLE – Model 12, L.R.P. Cal. 243 Win. Like new in box. $625. 724-684-5169 PITTSBURGH PIRATES – 1960 Chalkware plaque, 1959 yearbook, cards, other items, $125 for all. 412-884-1298 HO TRAIN PLATFORM – Complete with trains, buildings, cars and trucks and transformer. It’s a very nice train layout. 8 foot x 4 foot. Asking $1,000. Call John, 412-260-5728 DAIRY QUEEN AND MCDONALD’S TOYS – Over 100 pcs. In original wrappers. Some 25 years old. (Choice of 5 for $1). 724-929-8259 ELECTRIC BASS GUITAR – Beautiful, green and cream, (one missing string) plus carrying case + DVD. All for $50. 724-929-8259
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CAMPING ITEMS – Propane stove and a propane lantern. Both for $20. 412-884-0886 ELECTRIC TABLE SAW – with extra blades. $45. 412-884-0886 COPPER BOILER - with lid. $65. 724-886-5082. If no answer leave message. HANGING TIFFANY LAMP - with hardware, yellow/white/grey glass, pretty $50. 412-691-7082 MILITARY UNIFORM - USAF, issued 1964. $125. 412-445-2701 MILK BOTTLES – Page’s 1 QT, Silver Seal Meadow Gold 1QT. $5 each. 412-425-0342 TWO MAN HANDSAW - $30. 724-684-5169 FISHING POLE – Loomis, one piece, 6-ft, graphite model GLX (expensive top quality). $500 new. Sell only $300. 724366-9524 PITTSBURGH FIREHOUSE HISTORY BOOK – In photos from 1970. $20. 412-638-3351 WWII CIGARETTE CASE – German Trench art, Nurnberg 1944. $75. 724-872-9216. Afternoons. TRANSISTOR/WALKIE TALKIES - (2) Vintage GE, General Electric, USED in original box. $100 Firm. Text 724961-8104 TURKEY GUN – Benelli, Super Black Eagle, left hand model. New in case. Paid $2,000. Sell only $1,400. 724-366-9524
----------- ITEMS WANTED -------FINLEYVILLE BREWING – Old Beer bottles and memorabilia items from Finleyville Brewing wanted. Will pay top dollar! Call 424-215-9385 OLD INSULATORS - buying porcelain or glass insulators used on utility poles or along RR tracks, also lightning rods. 724.782.0539
OLD HOT WHEEL CARS - Redlines. 1968 to 1977. A few or your collection. Can meet. Also have PayPal. 724-984-9085 MUZZEL-LOADER – I will pay $500 for a 50 cal. Thompson Center Hawken, Flint-lock muzzle-loader in very good condition. 724-222-6711 U.S. STEEL LOGO ITEMS – Old memorabilia, collectibles and items with U.S. Steel logo wanted. Call 424-215-9385 WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings, Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps, old Christmas and sterling silver, anything OLD! Please call me. Jim Gillespie at 412-979-7050 or home 724-348-6203. BUYING SPORTS CARDS – Baseball Cards, Basketball Cards and Football Cards. Don’t throw out that old box of cards from your kid or ex-husband! Give me a call first. Paying Cash. 412-760-2291 WOMEN'S AND MEN'S VINTAGE CLOTHING - and accessories 1800's to 1970's. Also vintage sewing items including fabric. OLD FISHING TACKLE - Lures, Reels, Tackle Boxes, Minnow Buckets, Fly Reels / Rods etc. the older the better. Call 412414-8464 if no answer please leave a message. Thanks Ron
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April 2021 KEEP MOVING AND LET'S DANCE FOR FUN AND FITNESS - (no judgement) Adult classes in Jazz and Tap at Miss Beverly's School of Dance Bethel Park. For further information call or text Joyce, 724-344-7910
------------ PETS-------Adopt a real friend, will make you smile, satisfaction guaranteed! Washington Area Humane Society. 724-222-7387 DOG SUPPLIES - dog crates, dog baby buggies, dog back packs and dog steps. Angels for Animals. 724-941-5737 BUNNIES FOR SALE - mixed colors, very cute! $15 each. Make great Easter presents! Handled every day by kids, very tame and sweet. Located near Hundred WV. 724-447-2726, leave msg. ANGELS FOR ANIMALS. Collecting Aluminum Cans for an on-going fundraiser. (Please no steel, no pie tins, and no aluminum foil.) Also selling Enjoy & Entertainment Books for $30 each. For pickup of cans or delivery of books, call Jessie @ 724941-5737.
------------ REAL ESTATE-------PLOT FOR SALE - Sacred heart Cemetery $850 OBO. Please email sacredheartplot@gmail.com LOT FOR SALE – Currutuck, N.C., 4-wheel drive area, semi ocean front, 2nd row. 100feet x 105 feet, lot #11, ocean access path, 100 feet away. 412-885-4975 MON VALLEY MEMORIAL PARK – SAVE $4,000 on (2) burial spaces. Garden of All Faiths (Lawn Crypt), 2020 at need price $7,995. Includes lot and vault for two(2), bronze memorial with vase and granite base. Asking $3,000. 724-379-6866 WAREHOUSE SPACES FOR LEASE Monongahela and Monessen. Various warehouse sizes ranging from 3,000 sq ft to 17,600 sq ft. Please call Mon River Realty at 724350-0401. SELLING A FARM OR HOUSE? Advertise it here and neighboring publications. We can help you. Contact MACnet MEDIA @ 800-450-6631 or visit our site at MACnetOnline.com SELLING YOUR OWN PROPERTY? Need to advertise it in your local paper and others like it? We have the placement services to help you. Contact MACnet MEDIA @ 800-4506631 or online at MACnetOnline.com
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Schwartz Painting.com - Servicing Westmoreland and Allegheny County. Painting, Power Washing and Staining. Give Chad a call today. 412-443-0341 First Class Cleaning Services - Serving Allegheny and Washington County. Residential and Commercial. Talk with Tracy today 724-261-7378 GRASS CUTTING BY BOB – 724-348-6593 CAR INSURANCE - Shopping for car insurance? Call me first: Gene Svrcek at 724-379-5300. LAWN SERVICES - Call John (412) 515-5222 or Todd (724) 797-6031. Mowing, mulching, trimming, seeding, yard cleanup, tree service, retaining walls...fully insured, discounts. CONCRETE WORK - Retaining walls, brick/block, all types of cement repair work, free estimate, reasonable (412) 889-5035. KEEP MOVING AND LET'S DANCE FOR FUN AND FITNESS - (no judgement) Adult classes in Jazz and Tap at Miss Beverly's School of Dance Bethel Park. For further information call or text Joyce, 724-344-7910 KEEP IT SIMPLE HANDYMAN - Electric, and Plumbing. Reasonable Rates! Call today 412-253-5163. KeepItSimpleHandyman.com
Monthly Pizza Puzzler! Win a FREE Large 1 Topping Pizza from Finleyville Vocelli Pizza*! Two (2) lucky winners every month!
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Just fill in the correct answers to the questions below, and write your name, address and telephone number on the entry form. Then mail in your entry form to the Messenger. Each month we will draw two (2) local winners from all correct entries. Winners will receive a gift certificate good for one (1) FREE Large 1 Topping pizza from Vocelli Pizza. Remember to look for a new Monthly Pizza Puzzler every month, and send in your entry form! (*Good only at Finleyville location. One entry per household per month. Employees of the The Messenger; Haniford Enterprises LLC, or Vocelli Pizza are not eligible.)
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Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger. Who won the boys basketball WPIAL Championship? When is the 23rd Annual ‘Fleatique on the Mon’? What is the name of the book written by Kaitlyn Salmon ? Name: Address: Phone Number: Entry forms should be submitted to: South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger, Attention: “Monthly Pizza Puzzler,” P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
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