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The “place where clean air started” is also the town that hosts the first library in Washington County to install an electric vehicle charging station. The Donora Public Library has installed a charging station that can accommodate two electric vehicles (EV’s) at a time while parked at the library parking lot on Meldon Avenue in Donora.
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Primary funding for the charging station is being provided by a Pennsylvania Driving Forward grant. The library board of directors is on record as being committed to clean energy and environment in what was once a smoky steel and zinc manufacturing town and the location of the 1948 smog disaster. The grant covered eighty-percent of the purchase and installation of the charging stationElectricequipment.vehicle owners can activate the charger by tapping their “ChargePoint” card on the charger’s screen. Once activated, the driver plugs in and can recharge their car’s battery while they walk to the nearby post office, borough building and of course, use the library. If the car’s battery is near full, “topping up” the charge may take just minutes. A full charge for low battery can take a few hours. To finish the transaction, the driver taps their card on the charger again, and will be charged for electricity used. Payment of one dollar for two hours of charging time will benefit library operations. To use the station, drivers should refer to the how-to send the driver a card for future use. The station will operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Installation of the station was performed by DK Electric of Monongahela, which is now a certified ChargePoint installer. The ChargePoint website has a charging station locator map to help drivers find car chargers locally and across the country. like one shown above the Donora Public Library Vehicle Station in
The 2nd Annual RJ Sokol Memorial Golf Outing will be held this year on Saturday, August 20th. The outing will take place at the Madison Club and will start at 8:00AM sharp. Registration will begin at 7:00AM with coffee and donuts. This year the profits from the outing will all go to support the Mantle House which is located in West Newton, is a 501 c 3 organization and all donations are tax deductible. The cost of the outing is $100 per golfer and includes in green fees, cart, food and drink at the turn, snacks and drinks at all par 3’s, a buffet dinner, door prizes for all golfers and a welcome gift. Hole sponsorships are available and we welcome any prize donations of any kind. For more information please contact Lynn Sokol at 724-929- 2749. Only the first 144 golfers accepted.
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The following students were the recipients of the DAR Good Citizens Award in their school districts: Maclaen Johnson of Bishop Canevin High School, Antonio Barbarossa of Cannon McMillan High School, Madeline Thompson of Mt. Lebanon High School, and Eva Rankin of Upper St. Clair High School. Miss Rankin was selected as the Bethel Fife and Drum Chapter Good Citizen winner. Miss Rankin’s entry was forwarded to the Pennsylvania State Society Daughters of the American Revolution for competitive consideration at the state level.
TO REGISTER, ALLEGHENYCOUNTY.US/YOUTHSPORTSVISITSOUTHPARKDEKHOCKEY RINK 9:00 AM - Noon Ages Participants6-15 will learn and practice stick-handling, passing, shooting and defense. All participants should bring plenty of water and their own sticks, helmet, gloves and leg pads. July 18-21 PAWS UP Puppy & Dog Obedience Classes SOUTH PARK HOME ECONOMICS BUILDING OFFERING TRICK DOG TRAINING & AKC RALLY OBEDIENCE CLASSES STARTING EARLY MAY TO LATE JUNE COST $125 PER DOG FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACTPictured (L to R) are Upper St. Clair High School and Bethel Fife and Drum Chapter, NSDAR winner Eva Rankin, Bethel Fife and Drum Regent Joy Mahrer, and Canon MacMillan High School winner Giovanni Barbarossa. •••••••••••••••••••••••• Visit us online www.messengerpaper.comat
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DAR Chapter Honors Four Area Students
The DAR Good Citizen Award is to reward individuals who possess good citizenship qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities. Teachers and the school’s senior class select the students. Once a student is chosen as a high school’s DAR Good Citizen, they are invited to participate in the scholarship portion of the program by submitting an essay. The essay winner is selected by independent judges.
Bethel Fife and Drum Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution honored four area students with the DAR Good Citizen Award this spring.
Bethel Fife and Drum Chapter, NSDAR is a chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. DAR promotes Historic Preservation, Education, and Patriotism. For further information about the organization or becoming a member, visit bethelfifeanddrum.org.
RUMMAGE SALE - Wrights United Methodist Church 788 Venetia Road, Venetia on June 4 from 8am- 1 pm. Lots of assorted items available. Sponsored by the Womens of Wrights. contact information Kathy at kaffymarie@gmail.com
JUNE 5 ‘MAMMOTH FEST’ - Held at Mammoth Park in Mt. Pleasant on Sunday, June 5, 2022. This special event will take place along the Mammoth Park lake shore from 11:00am to 7:00pm. Mammoth Fest features free admission, free parking, great music, food, bingo, carnival amusement rides, and more! Visitors can purchase an “All Day Activity Pass” for only $4 per person. This pass includes unlimited access to amusements throughout the day, such as carnival rides, petting zoo, kiddie train rides, bounce houses, NERF obstacle course, and a rock climbing wall. Family-friendly music for all ages! Abacas Jones will perform contemporary American blues on the Lakeside Stage at 1:00pm and 3:00pm. Local musician Michael Christopher will perform old and new Country music, intertwined with original songs at 4:30pm and 6:00pm. New this year is ‘Exotic Edventures’, a family-friendly show educating and entertaining visitors with educational animal presentations about rescued exotic animals. Their shows offer a fun, interactive way to inspire conservation and a love of nature in all ages! Show times are 12:00pm, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm. In addition, the Arts and Crafts Marketplace is a popular attraction with over 40 craft booths offering unique, one-of-akind items such as jewelry, woodworking, pottery, and more. Mammoth Park is located in Mount Pleasant Township, and is accessible via the Greensburg – Mt. Pleasant Road from Greensburg and via routes 981 and 982 from Latrobe or Mount Pleasant. Dogs and pets are not permitted. Mammoth Fest is a Westmoreland County Bureau of Parks and Recreation special event. For more information, please call (724) 830-3950 or visit the www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/parkswebsite
JUNE 4 ‘FLEATIQUE ON THE MON’The 24th annual ‘Fleatique on the Mon’ will be held on Saturday, June 4 from 8:00AM – 3:00PM in Chess Park, and through-out Monongahela and New Eagle. Artisans, crafters, flea market, antique and food vendors will be selling their goods. 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 will be located in both areas. 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.
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JUNE 11 FLEA MARKET - The Finleyville Food Pantry will hold a Flea Market On June 11, from 8:00AM to 2:00PM at the 1st Presbyterian Church (on the bottom floor), Washington Avenue, Finleyville. A hot lunch (hot dog, chips, and drink) will be available for just $2.
JUNE 20 ROSTRAVER SPORTSMENS ASSOCIATION - located at 539 Cedar Creek Road in Belle Vernon will hold their monthly meeting on Monday June 20, 2022 at 7:30 PM. All members are encouraged to attend. Appications are now being accepted for membership from both men and women. For more information call 724-984-6611.
JUNE 22 PIZZA AND PRAISE - Mingo Presbyterian Church, June 8 and June 22. 6:30 PM – Pizza. 7-7:30 PMWorship Service - casual, abbreviated, contemporary music Community welcome! Adults and children.
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What: Mega Sports Camp When: July 11th-15th, 9am-12noon
JUNE 7 SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB - The monthly meeting of the South Hills Coin Club will be held Tuesday June 7, 2022 at 7:30 PM at the Bethel Park Municipal Building located at 5100 West L:ibrary Avenue in Bethel Park, Pa. All members and the general public are invited. This months program will be on Trade Dollars. A 50/50 will be offered and childrens prizes to be awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership. For more information call 724-984-6611.
Where: Crossroads Ministries 81 Walter Long Rd., Finleyville, PA 15332 Register here: www.crsmin.com
BOOK AND JEWELRY SALEWest Newton Library will hold their ‘Fill a Bag for $5’ book sale and Jewelry Sale 75% off on June 11 from 8:00am to 2:00pm in the parking lot of the library. Food will be available. The Lion's Cub will also be set up to sell their brooms and garbage bags. Our storage shed is full of paperback, hardcover, nonfiction, children's books, dvd's, audio tapes, biographies, cook books and two boxes of Disney books from a collector. Held in conjunction with the Whole Town Yard Sales, with set up also at Vine Street park. Proceeds benefit library. For more info, call 724-633-0798.
JUNE 25 BRENTWOOD COMMUNITY DAY – Brentwood Park. Inflatables, attractions, games, raffles, entertainment, food, vendors and more. More info, call 412-884-1500 (ext. 135)
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The First Presbyterian Church of Belle Vernon located at 501 Fayette St. Belle Vernon, Pa. will hold their annual flea market and bake sale on Saturday June 11 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in the church fellowship hall. A pre-sale will be held on Friday June 10, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM for a $5 admission fee. The church is accepting items for donation for the sale beginning on June 5. Call 724-9295100 to have bulky items picked up. For more info call 724-929-5100.
NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY - Nottingham Town ship will be holding their Community Day festival on Saturday, June 11, 2022 from 11:00AM - 4:00PM at the Nottingham TwpComplex located at 909 Sugar Run Rd. Event is Free. Live music, food, ice cream, touch-a-truck, outdoor games, scavenger hunt, 50/50 raffle, and vendors such as Bridge to Home Animal Rescue and Ripepi Winery. Visit Facebook to learn more. nottinghamrec.https://www.facebook.com/
PETERS TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY DAY - Saturday, June 25 from 11:00AM – 5:00PM at Peterswood Park. Spectacular event includes booths offering food, games, raffles, entertainment, information! Free rides, bounce houses, face painting, airbrush tattoos, balloon art and more! Evening fireworks display starting at 9:30pm.
Children’s Magic Show in Belle Vernon June 29 Belle Vernon Public Library will kick off the children's summer programs at North Belle Vernon's Community Bank Park with the ‘Oceans of Possibilities’ Magic Show featuring magician Steve Haberman on Wednesday, June 29 at 11:00AM. Children should bring a towel, cushion or folding chair to sit on. The park is located on Graham Street. For more information call the library at 724-929-6642.
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Peters Creek Historical Society Announce June Guest Speaker Bob Nipar
Finleyville Food Pantry Announces Distribution Date, and Will Hold Flea Market
The Finleyville Food Pantry food distribution will be open on Friday June 10 from 12:00 noon until 2:00 pm. We are having a Flea Market On June 11, from 8:00AM to 2:00PM at the 1st Presbyterian Church (on the bottom floor), Washington Avenue, Finleyville. A hot lunch (hot dog, chips, and drink) will be available for just $2.
Peters Creek Historical Society welcomes Bob Nipar as their guest speaker, Monday June 27, at 7:30PM. Mr. Nipar is a member of the Braddock Road Preservation Association and re-enactor of the period. The association is an advisory organization that seeks to research, develop, interpret and promote French and Indian War history of Jumonville, Dunbar Camp and Braddock Road. The program Monday evening will focus on the Braddock and Forbes Road. The presentation is open to the public and will be held at Wrights United Methodist Church, 788 Venetia Road, in Venetia. An Open House and tour of the Enoch Wright House, located at 815 Venetia Road on Wednesday, June 8, from 6pm-8pm. Visit the website peterscreekhistoricalsociety.org for more information on the society, the Enoch Wright House and Log Cabin.
Postcard #31 in a series of 60 postcard images owned by the Braddock Road Preservation Association from pictures by John Kennedy Lacock, Amity, Pa and published 1908-09 by EK Weller of Washington, Pa.
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WASHINGTON COUNTY TOURISM GRANT PROGRAM AWARDS May 2022 – April 2023 The AJA Company • Proposed Regional Retail Attraction$1,500.00 Aquatorium Innovations • Monongahela Aquatorium Summer Events Promotion $7,500.00 Flight Fest • Multi-media Promotion$2,500.00 Houston Volunteer Fire Company • Houston Pumpkin Festival Promotion$3,000.00 McDonald Area Redevelopment Association • Welcome to Historic McDonald signage$6,200.00 Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village • Summer Advertising Campaign$6,000.00 Monongahela Main Street Program • Summer Advertising Campaign$4,750.00 Mt. Pleasant Township Volunteer Fire Department • Hickory Apple Festival Promotion$7,500.00 National Duncan Glass Society • Multi-media Promotion$7,800.00 Washington County Historical Society • Multi-media Promotion$4,600.00 West Alexander Agricultural Association • West Alexander Fair Promotion$7,500.00 Total Tourism Investments$ 58,850.00 About the Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency The Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit corporation that engages in the planning and promotion of programs designed to stimulate and increase the volume of leisure and business travel into Washington County and to assist the promotional efforts of local entities that may bring visitors to Washington County. The Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency is a partner of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. Learn more at VisitWashingtonCountyPA.com. Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency Announces $58,850 in Tourism Investments
Washington County Pennsylvania, which is home to some of the country’s finest historical and cultural attractions, continues to lead the southwestern Pennsylvania region in both economic and tourism growth. To support this growth and leverage tourism’s impact on economic development, the Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency (WCTPA) recently announced $58,850 in new tourism investments, bringing the agency’s 2022 grant total to $249,850. The grants will be awarded to public and private organizations for marketing projects in the 2022 tourism season. Historical and entertainment organizations such as Aquatorium Innovations, Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village, Monongahela Main Street Program, National Duncan Glass Society, Washington County Historical Society and others will be receiving grants to promote their events. Jeff Kotula, President of the WCTPA further relayed that Washington County is a leader in business and leisure travel in the Greater Pittsburgh Region and the investments by the agency will continue that standing. “Washington County ranks second—behind Allegheny County—in our area for tourism and we are making these funds available to strengthen that position as well as invest in long-term tourism development,” Kotula stated.
Flea Market and Bake Sale in Belle Vernon
Nottingham Township will be holding their Community Day festival on Saturday, June 11, 2022 from 11:00AM - 4:00PM at the Nottingham Township Complex located at 909 Sugar Run Rd., Eighty-Four, PA. The event is Free, and attendees will enjoy - live music, food, ice cream, touch-a-truck, outdoor games, scavenger hunt, 50/50 raffle, and vendors such as Bridge to Home Animal Rescue and Ripepi Winery. Visit our Facebook page to learn hamrechttps://www.facebook.com/notting-more.
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The First Presbyterian Church of Belle Vernon located at 501 Fayette St. Belle Vernon, will hold their annual Flea Market and Bake Sale on Saturday June 11 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in the church fellowship hall. A pre-sale on Friday June 10 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM will be held with a $5 admission fee. The church is accepting items for donation for the sale beginning on June 5. Call the church office at 724-929-5100 to have bulky items picked up. For more information call 724-929-5100.
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10 messengerpaper.com June 2022LOCAL NEWS ‘Mammoth Fest’ - June 5 at Mammoth Park in Mount Pleasant ‘Mammoth Fest’ returns to Mammoth Park on Sunday, June 5, 2022. This special event will take place along the Mammoth Park lake shore from 11:00am to 7:00pm. Mammoth Fest features free admission, free parking, great music, food, bingo, carnival amusement rides, and more! Visitors can purchase an “All Day Activity Pass” for only $4 per person. This pass includes unlimited access to amusements throughout the day, such as carnival rides, petting zoo, kiddie train rides, bounce houses, NERF obstacle course, and a rock climbing wall. Mammoth Fest features some great family-friendly music for all ages! Abacas Jones will perform contemporary American blues on the Lakeside Stage at 1:00pm and 3:00pm. Local musician Michael Christopher will perform old and new Country music, intertwined with original songs at 4:30pm and 6:00pm. There’s something for everyone at Mammoth Fest!
New to Mammoth Fest in 2022 is Exotic Edventures, a family-friendly show educating and entertaining visitors with educational animal presentations about rescued exotic animals. Their shows offer a fun, interactive way to inspire conservation and a love of nature in all ages! Show times are 12:00pm, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm In addition to the great entertainment at Mammoth Fest, the Arts and Crafts Marketplace is a popular attraction with over 40 craft booths offering unique, one-of-a-kind items such as jewelry, woodworking, pottery, andMammothmore. Park is located in Mount Pleasant Township, and is accessible via the Greensburg – Mt. Pleasant Road from Greensburg and via routes 981 and 982 from Latrobe or Mount Pleasant. Dogs and other pets are not permitted. Mammoth Fest is a Westmoreland County Bureau of Parks and Recreation special event. For more information, please call (724) 830-3950 or visit www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks C Pite
Washington Health System Unveils Quilt(s) Made of Pandemic Cloth Masks
In observance and recognition of the dedication of their team over the last two years, Washington Health System (WHS) held events at both hospitals, located in Washington and Greene county, to reveal some new, creative artwork. “This year marks the 125th Anniversary of the Washington Health System and also the 2nd year battling through the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Brook Ward, President and CEO of Washington Health System. “There have been many symbolic representations of the pandemic, but nothing seems more prominent than the masks that we all wore as residents in the community and continue to wear as healthcare workers inside our facilities. As a way to recognize the sacrifice, challenges and deep sense of pride our WHS team members have for our communities, we asked the Martha Washington Quilters Guild to partner with us to create a piece of artwork that will remind us of this journey.”
The Martha Washington Quilters Guild members pose for a photo with President and CEO of WHS. Left to right: Peggy Tush, member of the Quilters Guild; Evelyn Lesniakowski, President of Martha Washington Quilters Guild; Chryl Walsh, member of the Quilters Guild; Brook Ward, President and CEO of WHS Two employees from WHS, Faye McVay and Joyce Kalakewich, unveil the new artwork in the lobby ofCloseWHS.up of the quilted artwork made of previously worn masks by the Martha Washington Quilters Guild. Quilted stitching around the edge includes stethoscopes and heartbeat patterns.
These framed works of art, created by the local guild, are quilts made of cloth face masks. “During the process, we asked our team members to donate their previously worn and washed cloth masks to be used in this special project. They eagerly contributed as a way to honor their hard work and to reflect on the struggles we all went through together,” said Ward. On Friday, May 13 the first quilt ceremony was held at WHS Greene in Waynesburg. The second ceremony held inside the lobby of WHS Washington Hospital occurred on Tuesday, May 17. Both quilts are framed and hung in the lobby area of each hospital with a commemorative plaque. The plaque reads: This beautiful piece of artwork was stitched together by the Martha Washington Quilters Guild to represent the abrupt change in our lives as the COVID-19 pandemic swept through our region beginning in March of 2020. These masks were worn by Washington Health System Team Members who selflessly served the local communities by caring for our family, our friends, and our neighbors. Let us never forget the months that turned into years of sacrifice by us all. And may we continue spotlighting the dedication of our very own “Healthcare Heroes”.
Pictured from left to rightphlebotomists, Lacey Higgenbotham, and Rachel Staggers, and lab technologist, Carrie Puzella standing with the framed quilt at WHS Greene.
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On behalf of the administration and the Board of Directors, WHS would like to thank their team members, the Martha Washington Quilters Guild as well as the community for their continued support throughout the pandemic.
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The SPWC will once again invite women from South Park, as well as surrounding communities, to join them in September, at first meeting, of their new year, where Fran will preside, as President.
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On May 14, South Park Women's Club installed officers for their 2022-2023 year. The installation was held at Salvatore's. This was the club’s last get together for members untill September. SPWC does not have regular membership meetings in months of June, July and August. It was an afternoon of good food and company, besides the installing of officers for coming year and parting for summer months.
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Fran Ruppen, former First Vice-President, was installed as President for W's next fiscal year. Kathy Butler, a Past President of club, will serve as First VicePresident. Joann Ricci was installed as Second Vice-President, Trudi Smith as Secretary and Rowena Partyka continues to serve as Treasurer.
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The 24th annual ‘Fleatique on the Mon’ will be held on Saturday, June 4 from 8:00AM – 3:00PM in Chess Park, and through-out Monongahela and New Eagle. Artisans, crafters, flea market, antique and food vendors will be selling their goods. 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 will be located in both areas. 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.
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Join us for this STEAM-powered learning class where we will read a picture book and have fun exploring STEAM concepts! This month we will read and learn about Coral Reefs and why they are important and then build a coral reef diorama!
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Need a classy way to avoid the summer heat? Stay inside the library with some of the coolest company around – the movie stars of yesteryear! Discover or get reacquainted with the films that made history and changed history – before they are history! Each screening will be accompanied by refreshments as well as an optional discussion following the feature for those who wish to dish on all things movies! Make this summer a classic one! Book Launch & Learn: The Memory of CottonSaturday, June 18 @ 1:00 PM Whitehall Community Room, 100 Borough Park Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Join us for refreshments and discussion to celebrate the release of Ann K. Howley’s debut young adult novel, The Memory of Cotton, published by Propertius Press! THE MEMORY OF COTTON is a fast-paced, atmospheric story that will appeal to young adults who are looking for a story told in an authentic voice, and to all readers who are interested in social justice and historical LGBTQ issues.
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Get the Picture: Classic Movie MatineeTuesday, June 7 @ 1:00 PM Second Chapter Cafe, Whitehall Public Library, 100 Borough Park Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
The Whitehall Public Library will be offering programs for the community in June. These programs are FREE - but registration required by calling 412-882-6622 or www.whitehallpubliclibrary.org
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Surround yourself with other women who share your passion for succeeding in business. Women’s Business Network is an award-winning business association that supports the success and growth of women in business through networking, ongoing professional education, and leadership development opportunities. Below are the WBN meetings in the south hills area for the month of June. All professional women are welcome to visit a meeting at no cost. To find out more, visit www.wbninc.com.
The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization, assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over thirty national performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm.
“As our health care system continues to feel the strain of the pandemic, I thank the workforce and leadership of WHS for sustained commitment to patient safety, day in and day out,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “An ‘A’ Safety Grade is an outstanding achievement, and one that is not possible without a 24/7 effort by the entire health care workforce to protect patients from harm. This community should be proud.”
McMurray Chapter meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at 8:30 a.m. at King's Family Restaurant, Route 19, Canonsburg. Upcoming meetings are June 1st and 15th. For more information contact Chapter Representative Nina McKnight at 724-747-4260.
The mission at WHS is to provide “Great Patient Care” and their vision is “To remain a locally governed healthcare system that is a leader in health care quality, safety and value.”
Mount Lebanon Chapter meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread, The Galleria, 1500 Washington Road, Mt Lebanon. Upcoming meetings will take place on June 14 and 28th. For more information contact Chapter Representative Sarann Fisher at 412-571-5714 ext. 226.
South Hills Chapter meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month at 8:00 a.m., at Panera Bread, The Galleria, 1500 Washington Road, Mt Lebanon.
Virtual Chapter holds meetings via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 7:00 pm. Upcoming meetings are June 1st and 15th. For more information contact Chapter Representative Jennifer Pasquale at 412908-1663.
WHS Washington Hospital and WHS Greene – Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
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Washington Chapter meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 8:30 a.m. at King’s Restaurant, McClellan Rd, Cannonsburg. Upcoming meetings are June 8th and 22nd. For more information contact Chapter Representative Donna Spina at 724-228-7724.
WHS Washington Hospital and WHS Greene are pleased to announce that they have received another “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2022. This national distinction recognized both of the WHS hospitals for their achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and error in the hospital. This is the third consecutive “A” for WHS Washington Hospital and the second consecutive “A” for WHS Greene.
“This award is a direct reflection of the hard work the WHS team members put in every day,” says Brook Ward, President and CEO of WHS. “It also shows our community that we take our mission and vision very seriously. This award is confirmation of our leadership in healthcare quality and safety!”
To see WHS Washington Hospital’s and WHS Greene’s full grade details as well as have the ability to access patient tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org and follow The Leapfrog Group on Twitter, Facebook, and via its newsletter.
Upcoming meetings are June 2nd and 16th. For more information contact Chapter Representative Serena King at 412-841-3007.
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The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program based exclusively on hospital prevention of medical errors and harms to patients. The grading system is peer-reviewed, fully transparent and free to the public. Grades are updated twice annually, in the fall and spring.
Founded in 1988, Mon Valley Initiative is a regional non-profit corporation that provides pre-purchase housing counseling, real estate development and workforce development services in Al-legheny, Washington and Westmoreland counties. For more information, visit www.monvalleyinitiative.com.
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Minority and women-owned businesses from throughout Comcast’s service area may apply for assis-tance from Comcast RISE either for a marketing campaign — including TV and digital media cam-paigns, created by Comcast’s Effectv division — or for technology and Internet upgrades, including computer and networking equipment as well as Internet, voice and cybersecurity services for 12 months. In 2021, nearly two dozen small businesses in the Pittsburgh area — including salons, auto-repair shops, day-care facilities, restaurants and fitness centers — received Comcast RISE grants. In addi-tion to Mon Valley Initiative, Neighborhood Allies and the University of Pittsburgh’s Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence also will be providing application assistance and information about the program in Allegheny County. “A lot of neighborhood service businesses are expected to be eligible,” said Laura R. Zinski, chief executive officer of Mon Valley Initiative. “It’s a great opportunity, and MVI and the other agencies will be right in these neighborhoods and able to help. We’re hoping that we can get people teed up to apply, because the window to submit your application is very short.”
Community leaders joined Comcast senior vice president Toni Murphy and Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald at the May 12 announcement. (Photo Courtesy Mon Valley Initiative)
The announcement was made during a press conference on Pittsburgh’s North Side by Toni Mur-phy, senior vice president of Comcast’s Keystone Region. RISE is an acronym standing for “Repre-sentation, Investment, Strength and Empowerment.” The program was created in November 2020 and since then has supported 8,000 businesses in 34 states with more than $50 million in technol-ogy and marketing resources.
In the coming weeks, Zinski said, MVI will be partnering with other local groups, including commu-nity development corporations and chambers of commerce, to offer in-person and online infor-mation about the Comcast RISE grants. MVI also will provide assistance if businesses need help submitting their applications in June. To register for a future event, or find out about help available through MVI, contact Grant R. Cole, community outreach specialist, at 412-464-4000, ext. 4024, or email gcole@monvalleyinitiative.com.
Mon Valley Initiative, a regional community development corporation with offices in Homestead and Charleroi, is partnering with Comcast to help business owners prepare their applications. Applications for grants will be accepted from June 1 to 14. Minority and women-owned businesses in Allegheny County with one to 25 employees may apply for one of the $10,000 grants. Comcast RISE is also offering $10,000 in marketing and technology assistance to women and minority-owned businesses throughout Comcast’s service area. Those applications are already being accepted and the process will close on June 17.
Comcast, the region’s dominant Internet and television provider, on Thursday announced that it will award $1 million in $10,000 grants to 100 small businesses in Allegheny County owned by women and people of color, including Black entrepreneurs, Native Americans, Asian Americans and Hispanic Americans. The money is being provided from the Comcast RISE Investment Fund.
The Pittsburgh region is one of five metropolitan areas served by Comcast that are receiving tar-geted attention this year from the Comcast RISE Investment Fund. The others are Atlanta, Detroit, Minneapolis-St. Paul and Philadelphia, a Comcast spokesman said. For more information about Comcast RISE, visit www.ComcastRISE.com.
Mon Valley Businesses Can Get Marketing, Technology Boosts From Comcast Comcast RISE Program Will Provide $10,000 Grants to Minority and Women Entrepreneurs
“When we launched Comcast RISE, we knew a profound need existed in many of the communities we serve,” Murphy said. “We now have seen firsthand how the program’s marketing and technolo-gy resources benefit the business owners who are working hard to rise above 2020. Today’s an-nouncement takes Comcast’s commitment to the Pittsburgh community to yet another level.”State Reps. Aerion Abney and Martell Covington joined Murphy at the press conference, along with Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald and Pittsburgh City Council Member Rev. Ricky Burgess.
Minority and women-owned businesses in Allegheny County may apply for a $10,000 grant from Comcast RISE. Businesses may have up to 25 employees and should have been in operation for at least three years.
Mon Valley business owners may be eligible for up to $10,000 in grant money for direct assistance, or to boost their marketing or technology needs.
Mon Valley municipalities such as Clairton, Duquesne, Glassport, Homestead, McKeesport, Munhall, Swissvale, Turtle Creek and Wilmerding were hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, Zinski said. “These are places that don’t already have access to a lot of capital investment,” she said. “In some cases, business owners have been struggling to keep their households together as well as their businesses. I think Comcast is very, very serious about engaging with the community, and we’re excited to try to help.”
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The West Newton Center for Active Adults (West Newton Senior Center) will partake in the 2022 Farmers Market voucher distribution. There are three ways to complete the application. Center Assistance Process: Eligible participants can come to the Senior Center on June 27th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM to have the form completed with a representative of the Westmoreland County Area Agency on Aging. Online Form Process: Eligible participants may complete their voucher application online. The application can be accessed at: https://www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/2125/Farmers-Market-Program Mail or Email Process: Eligible participants may pick-up, complete, and return the form to the Senior Center during operating hours or print their voucher application online and mail or email the completed form to Area Agency on Aging using the instructions on the bottom of the form. The Senior Farmers’ Market Program is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture and provides four $6.00 checks for use at any participating Farmers’ Market to buy produce grown in Pennsylvania. Checks can be used from June 1 through November 30, 2022. Residents of nursing facilities, personal care homes, domiciliary care homes, and convents are not eligible. Limit of one sign-up per person. West Newton Center for Active Adults is located at 103 E. Main St., West Newton, PA 15089. For more information, call 724-872-4976, or visit https://wncaa.square.site
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Join West Newton Center for Active Adults on Monday June 13 at 12:00 noon for lunch (donations made at the center) and a free music hour with Mikey Dee. Dine and dance the afternoon away with the very best in variety and commentary from Mikey Dee. Music includes polka, waltz, and other classic favorites. Whether you choose to dance or simply wish to sit back and enjoy the music, this show is designed to please everyone. Lunch includes a warm roast beef sandwich with cheddar cheese, corn chowder soup, a fresh orange, and milk. Standard lunch rates apply. Tickets are free but a reservation is required by Wednesday June 8. West Newton Center for Active Adults is located at 103 E. Main St., West Newton, 15089. For more information, or to reserve your tickets, call 724872-4976 or visit the website https://wncaa.square.site.
Youghiogheny Country Club Women’s Nine Hole Golf League Kicks Off 2022 Season
Pictured (L to R) are: Carole Friend – (Rally for the Cure Day), Jean Joseph(Chairperson), Rose Marie Zuro – (Publicity), Judi Murray, and Pat Lozano. Not pictured are Pat Sheleheda – (Ringers and Awards), and Ginger Spang – (Guest Day). your News to:
Early Season Winners! Pictured from (L to R): Week #1 winner Judi Murray2nd Low Gross, and Jean Joseph (center), week #1 Low Gross and Star of the Day. Joseph also was a winner for week #2, Low Putts. Pat Sheleheda (at right) was the week #2 Low Net and Star of the Day Winner
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Recent winners! Low Net, Jean Joseph (at left) and Second Low Net, Sarah Gossman.
Ginger Humes from Finleyville, hit her first ever hole in one on April 28, 2022. Her perfect shot was from 89 yards on Lakeside Hole #13 at Butler's Golf Course in Elizabeth. She used a 7 wood. Humes commented that at age 83, she was finally able to check this off her bucket list!
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The Youghiogheny Country Club Nine Hole Women’s Golf League has started play for the 2022 season. Below are photos of some of their members and their recent league winners.
The Community College of Allegheny County will hold a free Healthcare Careers Academy (HCA) at South Campus for students from the South Hills – Mon Valley areas during the month of July. HCA is a two-week summer experience designed to expose students who are entering grades 10, 11 and 12 to family-sustaining career options in healthcare. Participants will discover that today’s healthcare careers extend well beyond being a physician or nurse—and that many of these careers can be attained with a CCAC education. This project, funded by the Jefferson Regional Foundation, aims to empower students with the goal to increase their own economic mobility, and, on a larger scale, to improve the economic health of our region. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various CCAC Allied Health and science laboratories, shadow in a hospital setting, meet potential mentors within the field, and have discussions with healthcare professionals about the important work that they do. Through critical thinking exercises, students will be challenged to build the skills that form the basis of critical judgment, a key component for success in nursing and other health career programs. In addition, the program will expose participants to a variety of soft skills exercises aimed at helping students overcome the identified barriers to success.
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Gill Hall Elementary School students who were recognized by the West Jefferson Hills School Board
Additionally, Thomas Jefferson High School students Emma Martinis and Olivia Supp updated the Board about their highly successful fundraising campaign for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LSS). During a seven-week period in February and March, “Team 4 THE CURE” team crushed their goal of $30,000 by raising $82,067.17 to assist leukemia patients like Scarlett Rundquist, a fourth-grade student at Jefferson Hills Intermediate School. Team 4 THE CURE was among the top five fundraising teams in greater Pittsburgh during the LSS Student of the Year team competition.
Thomas Jefferson HS students Emma Martinis (left) and Olivia Supp, who led Team 4 THE CURE to raise $82,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in Feb-March.
Gill Hall Kindergarten Students Focused on Earth Day at WJHSD Board Meeting
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Ten Gill Hall Elementary School students were recognized by the West Jefferson Hills School District Board during the April monthly meeting. The students were lauded for their “Outstanding Work in Kindergarten,” in particular, related to Earth Day. The kindergarten students displayed artwork they created for Earth Day and spoke about what they learned when studying the earth. The students also distributed recycled crayons to the Board members and sang a song about the importance of renewing and recycling. The Gill Hall kindergarten students recognized were Easton Browne, Luca Cortazzo, Ryker Donovan, Brielle Dugan, Annabelle Frost, Trey Gratton, Colston Greenblatt, Gavin Janzef, Anna Snodgrass, Jocie Weibl.
CCAC South Campus to Hold Free Healthcare Careers Academy for High School Students In July
Session 1 will take place from July 5–8 and 11–14, and Session 2 will take place from July 19–22 and 25–28. The sessions will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and free lunch and snacks will be provided. Free weekly Port Authority bus passes are also available upon request. Applications must be submitted by Friday, June 3. To learn more and to submit an application, HCAcademy@ccac.edu.academy.php.ccac.edu/events/healthcare-careers-visitForquestions,email
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A first-ever pep rally was held for all the TJ students who took the AP Exams. The rally included the introduction of the AP Scholars and the naming of 12 students who earned a $500 scholarship for being selected a NMSI (National Math and Science Initiative) STEM Star. There also were student impersonations of several AP teachers, senior Joey Wodarek performed a new song and the students were treated to Bruster’s ice cream at the end. The pep rally was planned by the AP Humanities Club, led by president Megan Rozanski.“Asour students and parents know, the AP journey is not an easy one,” said Lauren Kaszonyi, who teaches 11th grade AP English Language and Composition at Thomas Jefferson. “Success in these courses demands an unwavering work-ethic, a genuine quest for knowledge, effective time management and a positive attitude. By facing these challenges at the high school level, AP students have prepared themselves for college and beyond.”
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A record number of Thomas Jefferson High School students recently began taking Advanced Placement (AP) Exams and some of those students recently were lauded at a pair of events. Students who pass AP exams may qualify to earn college credits. A record total of 244 TJ students took AP Exams, more than double the 94 students that did so in Spring 2017 and well above the 191 that did so last year. The Jaguar students will be taking a total of 410 AP Exams, also more than double the 180 AP Exams that TJ administered in 2017 and a significant increase from the 310 exams last year.
Thomas Jefferson offers 19 AP courses and is adding two more in 2022-23AP Environmental Science and AP U.S. Government and Politics - to bring the total to 21. Pictured are some of the Thomas Jefferson High School AP Scholars. (Not all students were present for photo)
Thomas Jefferson HS Celebrates Record AP Students and Scholars
The number of Thomas Jefferson AP Scholars has increased from 19 in 2020, to 21 last year, and 24 this year. “We have improved the culture of our AP Program by celebrating academics, eliminating enrollment barriers that existed in the past and adding AP courses to our program of studies that students and teachers are excited about,” said TJ Assistant Principal Adam Knaresborough. "Any student who has plans to enroll in post-secondary education should take at least one AP class to see if college level course work is for them. Learning this while in high school is much more economical than spending a semester of college tuition to determine college isn't the right path for them."
A school record 24 TJ students earned AP Scholars distinction and were recognized at an event unveiling their names on the AP Scholars display at the high school. Thomas Jefferson students can earn AP Scholar honors by taking at least five AP Exams and scoring a 3 or greater on three or more exams during their high school career.
Kenneth Gruntz, TJ’s Work-Study Coordinator and Industrial Technology teacher, simply describes the goal of the program to, “help prepare students for what comes next.”
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goal is to continue to grow this program, making it as efficient and worthwhile for the students as possible. Erikka Kuhse, Assistant Principal at TJ urges anyone who is interested in aiding the school by providing resources to advance the program to reach out to the high school administration.
Being a part of a program like this has been a dream for Gruntz since the beginning of his career, due to his experience in a work-study program at his own high school. His reasoning behind asking the previous administration to become involved at TJ was that he felt he benefited in many ways from his experience and wanted to give that opportunity to students here.
Thomas Jefferson HS Students Pursuing Passions Beyond the Classroom
“I work every day of the (school) week,” Stoicovy said. “My morning shift starts at 7:00AM and my afternoon shift is right after school.” She has thoroughly enjoyed her experience thus far, stating that her job is so much fun getting to see the kids every day and grow as a person. When trying to juggle work-study as well as schoolwork for her core classes, Stoicovy assures that the task is attainable and worth it.
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For Ayaan Ansari, the work-study opportunity has been beneficial. He is taking seven classes at Carnegie Mellon University in math and computer science and joined a math club. After his CMU classes, he goes to the Starzl Transplantation Institute at UPMC Presbyterian, where he is analyzing flow cytometry data and doing T cell immunology experiments on mice. Ansari describes his work-study involvement as a “wonderful experience” that allows him to truly learn about what he might do in a future career and what field best suits Anotherhim.work-study student is Sophia Stoicovy, who plans to enter the education field, majoring in elementary education. She decided to do work-study at Tiny Tykes Academy, a daycare center for young children. However, her experience is slightly different as her work shifts alternate between the morning and the afternoon.
For high school students deciding on their next chapter, the possibilities are limitless.“This program aids students based on their priorities, whether that be through, valuable skills that help them in a future career, learn that a certain field is not for them, or learn communication skills from a job, the benefits could be endless,” said Gruntz.
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The ability to gain experience for one's intended career path or passions prior to high school departure usually sets students apart from their peers. Now, it is an opportunity seniors at Thomas Jefferson High School have the privilege of embarking on. TJ’s work-study program gives students the chance to gain exposure to work or have extended study outside of the school building walls and help them become, “Future Ready.”
Shawn McSwiggen describes his work-study experiences in the simplest of terms: “I love it.” His future plans are to study secondary education, primarily teaching social studies, with a possible minor or double major in special education. The work-study program was a fantastic way for McSwiggen to begin some hands-on training from teachers in our district. In the first semester of this year, he was at Pleasant Hills Middle School to observe and assist seventh grade Social Studies and Applied Engineering and Technology (AET). This semester, he is furthering his teaching experience with fourth grade Math and Social Studies at Jefferson Hills Intermediate
By Sarah Petrovich, TJHS senior
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Dr. Wang specializes in ophthalmology. He earned his medical degree at Stanford University School of Medicine, and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital Wilmer Eye Institute. He subsequently completed a fellowship at Shiley Eye Center, UC San Diego Health. Dr. Wang practices with Glaucoma-Cataract Consultants, Inc. To contact Dr. Wang, please call 724-483-3688.
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Ophthalmologists recommend a comprehensive eye exam to have your visual acuity measured and your eyes (pupils) dilated. A special microscope called a slit lamp is utilized to view and grade your cataract. You will be evaluated for other eye diseases, such as glaucoma or macular degeneration as well. The decision to proceed with cataract surgery is based on how much the cataract interferes with your vision and daily activities. There is usually no rush, but the surgery can become more urgent if, for example, you fail to have adequate vision for driving. Fortunately, cataract surgery is one of the safest and most effective procedures. Typically, it is an outpatient procedure done under light intravenous (IV) sedation. Through microscopic incisions, your cloudy natural lens is emulsified; with ultrasonic energy and is replaced with a clear artificial lens. This artificial lens is called an intraocular lens (IOL). Your vision should significantly improve over the next few days as long as you use your prescribed post-surgical eye drops.There are different surgical options, including upgrades that can be associated with out-of-pocket expenses. Standard cataract surgery with a basic IOL is covered by insurance. It is a fine option if you are comfortable wearing glasses for both distance and near vision after surgery. Upgraded options leverage the latest technologies, including laser-assisted cataract surgery, intra-operative aberrometry, and premium IOLs (toric and/or multifocal IOLs). These technologies deliver customized surgery, address optical irregularities of your eyes, such as astigmatism, and minimize spectacle dependence. You can choose to reduce your need for glasses for distance vision or near vision or both.
A: A cataract is the clouding of the natural lens within the eye. Virtually all of us will get cataracts as we age. Cataract formation is usually a gradual process and vision changes can be subtle. Common symptoms include blurred or dim vision, sensitivity to light with glare, seeing halos, difficulty with night vision, and needing brighter light for reading. Often, the prescription of your glasses changes frequently, with diminishing improvements with each change.
An ophthalmologist will meet with you for a cataract evaluation, with the intention of learning your individual visual needs, answering all of your questions, and guiding you toward the most appropriate option for which you may qualify. In addition to the options mentioned, an ophthalmologist can also offer “drop-less” cataract surgery if you have difficulty instilling eye drops. Typically, regardless of which surgical option is chosen, the surgery takes minutes, you leave without a stitch or patch, and the improvement is life changing. A corneal sub-specialist, such as myself, can also perform a number of treatments concurrently with your cataract surgery if you have other co-existing eye diseases. An example includes the latest in corneal transplantation (DSAEK, DMEK) for Fuchs’ Corneal Dystrophy. Another example is minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) to lower your eye pressure. Combined surgery, when needed, provides convenience and the quickest route to your best possible vision.
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24 messengerpaper.com June 2022 Home & Garden Seller Buyer Address Price BALDWIN BOROUGH Debra Lee Corbett Glenn Joseph Gasiorowski 463 First St. $158,000. William Strang Ryner Bihag 5303 Becky Drive $166,667. Paul McCloskey Mark and Kaylee Beyers 5294 Curry Road $179,000. Zukiewicz Realty L.P. Brothers Management LLP 87-93 Joseph St. $1,850,000. Linda Ann Weaver David Alexander Martinez 497 Barbara Drive $155,000. Eric Schwotzer Frederick Foreman et al. and Anthony Johnson Brownsville Road $350,000. Caroline Vega Sienna Petruschakvanicky 1669-` Dunluce Drive $133,000. Laura McMahan Aux Funding LLC 235 Olympic Road $80,000. Kathleen Doran Ryan Doran 329 Olympic Road $140,000. Shawn Richard Anthony Gentilcore and Melissa Totin 3720 Willett Road $187,000. Georgetta Harding Tyler Joseph Barish and Abigail Marie Karabin5467 Keenan Drive $230,000. Craig Supp Christopher Weir 5372 Overland Trl $145,000. Deokumar Kharga Ranjana and Mitra Bhandari 1476 Prospect Road $258,000. Ryan Lawrence James Sapienza 2813 Waterman Ave. $120,000. Stephen Taylor Cotford Homes LLC 555 Barbara Drive $107,000. Joseph Giovannitti Jr. William and Gloria Sankey 5271 Blossom Road $192,360. Bernadette Pawloski Christian Lubaway Cathell Road $160,000. Manuel Shanaberger Glenn Carey and Teresa Moore 5156 Mcanulty Road $160,000. Mary Watson Keith and Colleen Seiler 3735 Willett Road $149,000. BALDWIN TOWNSHIP Joseph Delsardo Jr. Collin Morrow 644 Highview Road $230,000. Courtney Hoffman Logan Walter and Maggie Ann Marcus 627 Dewalt Drive $234,900 John Krajack Matthew Bernard Harkins 425 Dewalt Drive $195,000. BENTLEYVILLE Madison Kellerman Hayden Roberts and Natalie Cooper 203 Hazel Drive $84,000. Dale Armstrong Revivifying Property Investments LLC 117 Park Ave. $30,000. BETHEL PARK Dustin Koch Michael and Paula Orie 3211 Arapahoe Road $280,000. Red Real Estate Investing LLC VUI 1 LLC 1141 Clifton Road $133,824. Joyce Matich Jill Brkowski 5982 Dashwood Drive $255,000. Robert West Dalzell trustee Otabek Karimov and Sobirjon Iskandarov 3264 Forest Road $315,000. Francis Wiltanger Emily Engel 1990 Hillcrest St. $159,000. Laura Kwiatkoski Mark and Emily Waugh 5020 Lindermer Ave. $365,000. Lighteningbolt 1 LLC VUI 1 LLC 5367 Main St. $57,318. Robert Hramika Lance and Michelle Gurganus 5958 Monongahela Ave. $349,000. Estate of Richard Pegg Richard Wolk 5042 Orchard Ave. $225,000. Bethel Park Rapid Wash L.P. Steel City Wash LLC 2705 S Park Road $450,000. Recent Local Real Estate Transactions (Continued on page 25.) Cleaning Your HomeSimpleMade (NewsUSA) - Whether you are spending more time at home or have returned part-time to in-person work or school, smart, effective cleaning strategies can help keep your home and family safe and healthy. Safe and simple are key criteria for choosing from among the wide variety of today's home cleaning products. However, consumers also want cleaners that are tough and effective, that don't just eliminate stains and spots, but also kill germs, viruses, and bacteria. To that point, many people want to make cleaning easier, and that includes one-stop shopping. One such product, all-n-all, tackles cleaning, stain removal and deodorizing in one single step. The multipurpose cleanser contains ingredients derived from renewable resources, natural products including hydrogen peroxide and plant derived essential oils. It is designed to deliver a tough cleaning punch throughout the home, and the formula kills 99 percent of germs, bacteria, and viruses on hard, porous/non-porous surfaces when used correctly.
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25June 2022 messengerpaper.comHOME & GARDEN (Continued from page 24 ) Seller Buyer Address Price Red Real Estate Investing LLC VUI 1 LLC 3136 South Park Road $113,775. Lighteningbolt 1 LLC VUI 1 LLC 2808 Walnut St. $83,886. Cleath Holdings L.P. Rohlyn Investments LLC 2858 Cherry St. $125,000. Joseph Krzyzanowski Adam White and Elizabeth Opat 555 Clifton Road $369,000. NVR Inc. Cory Scott and Amanda Meshanski Ingram 2428 Demare Drive $502,705. David Wertz James Stoker Jr. and Rachel Stoker 148 Highland Road $159,500. Joan Ricci Ronald and Melissa Romero 1202 Lenox Drive $165,000. Nicholas Waskiewicz Zachary Barlow and Kelly Henderson 740 McMurray Road $205,000. Rick Pallome Salvatore Cimino and Alyssa Simmons 4339 Overhill St. $198,000. John Michael Hyde Jennifer Ann Bialobok 1368 Quail Run Circle $177,500. Thomas Boehm Jessica Sarah Walter 3244 Thornwood Drive $199,000. Gaetano Frangione Karina Rose Montgomery 711 Timberidge Drive $160,000. Charles Koch Adam Armstrong 777 Clifton Road $250,000. Emily Zelenka Ian Adkins and Qinwei Zhang 959 Copsewood Drive $279,000. Kimberly Baney Floyd Robert Griffith Jr. 695 Fruitwood Drive $235,000. Christ United Methodist Church Bethel Pe Ryan Niznik & Rosemarie Elizabeth Fraas5708 Glen Hill Drive $297,000. Tek Chemoriya Justin and Candace Diamond 1502 Hamilton Road $239,000. Dannic Properties LLC Jeffrey John Plezia and Andrea Martinez Stiffler 154 Highland Road $220,500. Phillip Scisciani Andrew and Tracy Bielski 3563 Myrna Drive $340,000. Adam Lazenga James and Carol Shanahan 126 Old Village Lane $209,000. Jonathan Paul James Stephens and Tania Wang 2825 Poplar St. $65,000. Elliot Smith Victoria Lee Snyder 3285 Thornwood Drive $280,000. Property Prince LLC Daniel Francus 5667 Villa Haven Drive $289,000. Joan Ihnat David Kraska 6195 Brushrun Road $30,000. Brian Cornwall Lance William and Mary Darlene Cylc 1610 Calico Court $170,000. NVR Inc. Joseph Hall and Courtney Hoffman 2433 Demare Drive $550,190. Kimery Nervais Xiangan Kong and Huizhen Liu 154 Drake Road $179,500. Ameri Source Holdings Inc. Become Better Building LLC 5372 Enterprise Blvd. $800,000. Robert Lenhart Amy Anderson 1024 Gatewood Drive $330,000. David Runco Daniel and Kerri Clark 509 Glenrock Drive $341,000. Peter Binotto Kyle Kochka Puskar and Tiffany Gwardzinski 1168 Grandview Drive $199,000. Dawn Fullerton Joseph Gibson 1555 Holly Hill Drive $260,000. Recent Local Real Estate Transactions ononqualifiequalified models & Set the thermostat whe The Ultim t fre you wan for a more comf ate Wood ortable home. Heat. f PeaceofMindHighestEfficiencyCertifiedby dangersassociatedwithindoor-Keepthefireouw SaveMoney -Woodisarenewa andofttenfreeenergysource. Durability Longlastingstainle TheClassicEdareU EPPAA** esssteelfireboxble,inexpensivetsideandeliminatetheoodheating. P ge360,560and760HDDXX.S.EPAACertified Long lasting, stainlesssteelfirebox / *US Internal Revenue Code Sec. 25(D) effective Jan. 1, 2021, for heating a residence. For more details visit CentralBoiler.com. Information provided here as a convenience and may not be relied upon as substitute for professional tax advice. Consult a tax professional with any questions. **EPA cord wood Hydronic Heater list 1-6-2021 CentralBoiler.com OutdoorWWoood Furnace
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1. Check your lawnmower Inspect your lawnmower before you need to use it so it's prepared when you're ready to tackle your lawn. According to Consumer Reports, you'll want to check or change your engine oil, sharpen the blades, fill it with fresh fuel, and change or clean filters.For some, it may be time to replace your trusty lawnmower. The TroyBilt Self-Propelled Walk-Behind FWD Mower is an excellent choice for homeowners. It's powered by a 140cc Briggs & Stratton® engine and offers variable-speed front-wheel drive for improved control and fast turns. This durable model is equipped with the TriAction cutting system for creating and maintaining a wellgroomed lawn plus a deck wash for easy upkeep.
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2. Prep your patio If you spend a lot of time on your patio, especially if you host events, you'll want to inspect your outdoor space for any winter damage. Harsh winter elements like snow and ice can easily cause cracks in stone and tile pavers or chip and crack wooden decks. Make a list of repairs and determine priority.
Recent Local Real Estate Transactions HOME & GARDEN (BPT) think of summer cleanup, ing and deep cleaning your indoor spaces. However, your outdoor spaces need just as much attention as your home's interiors to get them ready for the warmer months. You can save yourself some headaches later by investing time in a few housekeeping tasks in your outdoor spaces, so as the weather heats up, it's time to take stock of your yard space and lawn equipment.Checkout these four (relatively) simple projects that will set you up for success this summer.
26 messengerpaper.com June 2022 Seller Buyer Address Price Tina Magri Todd Joseph Richert 2400 Longcrest Ave. $115,000. Robert Landucci Joshua Geary and Jason Markus 5375 Main St. $167,050. Robert Buehring Matthew and Lana Gisoni 102 Maywood Drive $150,000. Kwam Herring Stephen Mihalic 22 Old Ox Road $205,000. Dale Frayer Shivank Gupta 3166 South Park Road $150,000. Aaron Kroenke Michael and Paige Swindell 1410 Timberidge Drive $147,000. BRENTWOOD Mark Lecornu Layla Sanderson 3334 Bookman Ave. $131,500. Samuel Martin Toney Tyler Kraska and Patricia Bubacz 4065 Dalewood St. $180,000. Rose Marie Eisengart trustee CVP Pitt L.P. 317 Marylea Ave. $90,000. Jospeh Ohodnicki Michael Soloway 3019 Pyramid Ave. $164,900. Ganesh Bhattarai Devi and Saha Rai 4011 Tuxey Ave. $275,000. Terry Crawford RP Homes 2 LLC 3798 Woodrow Ave. $165,000. Wayne Bassett Michael and Chloe Devan 3311 Bookman Ave. $165,000. Matthew Carl Shiner Logan Koubek and Mason Salyers 3936 Cloverlea St. $183,000. Joseph Ivers Gregory Eugene and Dana Michelle Briggs 329 Dailey Road $160,000. Scottie Ewing Brown Rasha Jabbar 3413 Shadewell Ave. $159,900. Joseph Pegano PGH Investors Group LLC 3014 Churchview Ave. $120,000. CIMREO 2021 NR1 LLC Michael Deasy 3200 Brownsville Road $195,000 Brendan Jessop Brendan Jessop and Sotheary Suong 106 E Francis Ave. $133,500. Ronald Leggett Kristen Beck 3109 Elroy Ave. $152,500. Janet Leopardi Ramesh and Tridev Gurung 3868 Hilpert St. $179,900. David Tramontina Lauren Lee Moore 135 Owendale Ave. $119,000. SFR 3 LLC SFR3-020 LLC 3013 Pyramid Ave. $75,000. CARROLL TOWNSHIP Estate of Nick Radic Dennis Anthony Clerihue 131 Donora Road $160,000. Margaret Menozzi George Sanner III and Marilyn Sanner 3724-3726 Dry Run Road $105,000. Jay Court Shane Lee Kandis 1896 Route 2023 $21,000. Estate of Peter Agostoni Amy Dayao 205 State Route 88 $30,000. Michael Barna Jared Woods Gibson Ave. $2,000. Consolidated Contracting Services Inc. Adrian Zazwirsky and Samantha Gloeckl 58 Craven Drive $190,000. Timothy Bartman All The Above Realty LLC Highland Road $12,000. CHARLEROI Darrin Stanisz Mitchell Lane and Jessica DeBerardinis 400 Oakland Ave. $92,000. Brandon Hickle Mon Valley Property Group LLC 405 and 1/2 Crest Ave. $23,000. Joseph Sphar Gregory and Sebastian Dudeck 1219 Lower Meadow Ave. $27,000. Jonathon Waldron Jonathan and Lisa Dudeck 98 Prospect Ave. $80,000. CLAIRTON Miller Trust No 100850 Bakku LLC Unknown Address $25,000. HDMH Enterprise Inc. Ellis Legacy LLC 362 Mitchell Ave. $3,360. Your Digs LLC Joseph Ditommaso 368 New York Ave. $30,500. Michael Schelb VP United Properties LLC 6302 Soltis Drive $23,750. Do It Yourself Homes LLC Ellis Property Options LLC 539-541 Wilson Ave. $30,000. George Knight Busa El LLC 1035 Worthington Ave. $5,000. Humble Hearth Homes LLC Charles and Marianne Hamilton 612 Independence Drive $85,000 Clairton City School District Calpenn Ventures LLC 502 Mitchell Ave. $75,000. Harry Minford Underground Managment LLC 1006 Toman Ave. $21,000. Marsha Cudlipp JS Buy & Hold LLC 621 Independence Drive $26,500. Charles Martin Uncut Emerald LLC 413 Rose Ave. $65,500. Scott Andrejchak Jacqueline Davis 631 Farnsworth Ave. $14,500. Tuff Properties LLC 200 Vondera St. LLC 423 N State St. $26,000. Tri COG Land Bank Chiprich Properties LLC 137 New Jersey Ave. $5,000. Mary Schreck Leen Venture LLC 544 Thompson Ave. $60,000. Stanley Yarulis Barbara Meeks 605 Thompson Ave. $71,000. Midland IRA A Inc. Andy Huynh and Allison Reseto 701 Walnut Ave. $79,900. DONORA David Suski Matthew James and Constance Kovalsky 1305 Third Ave. $329,900 River Hill Realty LLC 470 Seventh Street LLC 470 Seventh St. $61,100. Tyler Daube Christina Grove 94 Kenric Ave. $105,000. Estate of Myron Mitro Lawrence Pope McKean Ave. $30,000.
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27June 2022 messengerpaper.comHOME & GARDEN Seller Buyer Address Price Recent Local Real Estate Transactions ELIZABETH BOROUGH John A Lipp Co. Inc. NPI LLC Tanner Aly $5,000. ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Elizabeth Oeler Hector Hyman 1102 Clydesdale St. $131,000. Christopher Freund Casey June Hubenthal 800 Billicks Lane $292,500. Charles Cole Mark Moses Electrial Services Inc. 190 Lovedale Road $145,000. Thomas Sharkey Jr. Beth Anne Scagline Mills 222 Howell St. $165,000. Casey James Estok Timothy Schragl 101 Shaffer Ave. $210,000. Michael Scott Nicole Csorba 25 Transit Drive $165,000. Dian Yost Sweat Equity LLC 847 West Newton Road $500,000. Torgent Management Co. LLC Brittany Ingram 6018 Meade St. $100,000. James Scott Nestor Capital LLC 513-517 Moray Drive $9,800. Brian Wiseman Joshua and Sarah Cole 517 Princess Drive $422,500. Mary Jane Fine Travis Brewer 916 Scenery Drive $115,000. FALLOWFIELD Nick Geffel Craig Kerfonta and Sharon Fulmer 41 Tyler Ave. $29,500. Gary Ainsley Pikewood Energy Corp. 46 Evans Road OG $5,000. Estate of Stanley Hughes Jr. P & C Group LLC 1866 Grange Road $88,500. Thomas Darby Tyler Allridge 37 Kinder Ave. $110,000. Eleanor Littleton LBE Properties LLC 78 McKinley Road $6,700. Shirley Gay Burger William Alan Goodwin Jr. & Nicole Kathryn Goodwin 1464 Route 481 $165,000. Gerald Moore Pikewood Energy Corp. 87 Yankosky Road OG $14,250. FORWARD TOWNSHIP Marie Ripepi Student Transport America Inc. Hayden Blvd. $175,000. George Scagline Michael Scagline 1869 Malerie Ln $60,000. JEFFERSON HILLS Whitney Warmus Enrico Caparelli 110 Baker Drive $160,000. John Villella trustee Katherine Krinock 121 Hollywood Drive $155,000. (Offer Expires: 6/30/22) (Continued from page 26 ) Now is also a good time to renew your patio area. It can be as simple as adding mulch, using landscape rocks as ground cover or installing or replacing patio stones and pavers.
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3. Garden beds If you're looking to grow flowers, vegetables and herbs this summer, consider assembling and installing raised garden beds. According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, raised soil warms up quickly, meaning that a raised garden bed can warm up during spring and provide a longer growing season. These simple freestanding boxes or frames drain well, help prevent erosion, and are ideal for small spaces that can't support a traditional row garden.Agalvanized steel raised garden planter bed like one from Northern Tool + Equipment is simple to assemble, meaning you can get to planting more quickly. Its modular design allows you to add multiple boxes for (Continued
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28 messengerpaper.com June 2022HOME & GARDEN Jeremy Tucker Timothy Antonelli and Allesandra Perri 1622 Jefferson Ridge Drive $95,000. Jose Manuel Cora Amaro Durga Bhattarai 423 Labrador Lane $506,000. Michael Walker Justin Donaldson and Danielle Hetrick 116 Tangelo Drive $220,000. Carol Lasich Matthew David and Linda Susan Provins 1330 Worthington Ave. $149,900. Peter Taucher Moses Contracting INC 1114 Gill Hall Road $255,000. Ivica Lucic Jozak Kelly Walde 101 Lincoln Road $245,000. Gail Critchfield Shyam Development LLC 1450 Route 51 $400,000. Douglas Benjamin Robert and Lisa Niedermeyer 148 Hollywood Drive $199,900. MONESSEN Thomas Rocco Nicole Byron 344 JoAnn Drive $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $170,811). Anthony Spadafore trustee Tonya Westerbeck 19 Montraver Drive $97,600. Mark Shrader T & T Realty Group LLC 952 Athalia Ave. $6,653 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $74,800) by sheriff's deed. De'Von White Wealth Capital Group LLC 965 Athalia Ave. $9,400 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $87,500) by sheriff's deed. Walter Dennis Kraynek Kevin McGinley 100 Boyd St. $59,500. James Troy JMG Partners 2021 L.P. City Park Road $8,100 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $66,700) by sheriff's deed. James Troy From House To Home 1936 Grand Blvd. $66,000 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $222,400) by sheriff's deed. Thomas Wells Jr. Wealth Capital Group LLC 924 Somerset St. $5,050 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $57,300) by sheriff's deed. Bertha R Guzzie Usher Adam Kenny 1530 Cross St. $111,500. Paul Ramsey NDF1 LLC 309 Rebecca St. $4,414 by sheriff's deed. MONONGAHELA KeyBank NA Timothy Ryan Nissly 420 Watt St. $56,700. Joseph Caruso Albert Lorenzi Jr. and Angela Lorenzi 415 Grandview Ave. $161,000. Jason Scheponik Travis Vanbremen 708 Sheridan St. $69,900. NEW EAGLE John Simpson Joseph Campagna 183-185 Chess St. $145,000 Joyce Marie Delaney MJD Property Management LLC 113 Mulberry St. $56,000. Kenneth Watka Ashly Lewellyn and Delores Roark 183 Main St. $100,000. NORTH BELLE VERNON Frank Klowcho Joseph Schwerha IV 808 Monongahela St. $15,000. Mark Druciak Donald and Beverly Belczyk 401 Vernon St. $190,000. NORTH CHARLEROI Donald DeWitt Robert Lenhart and Erin Bandi 432 Olive Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $42,780). NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIP Susan Brandstatter Zachary William Jasper Munntown Road off $3,000. PETERS TOWNSHIP Frederick Ensle Christopher and Jennifer Mayle 305 Bellwalt Drive $332,000. Deborah Hanks Matthew and Riachel Messerly 111 Bittersweet Cir $665,000. Seller Buyer Address Price Recent Local Real Estate Transactions an even larger garden bed and the corrugated, galvanized steel construction can hold up to all kinds of weather throughout the year. 4. Organize your garage As the in-between space between your home and the outdoors, your garage likely needs plenty of TLC come summer. Take the opportunity to clear out any trash or clutter and give the space a good sweeping to clear out any dust or dirt that collected on the garage floor over the colder months. Check your garage for any damage or leaks to prevent water damage from storms. After you've decluttered, it's time to organize your spring and summer lawn care and landscaping tools. If you're in need of some new and improved shelves and cabinets, consider buying and installing these storage solutions. A clean and organized garage will free up space, meaning that you can even use your garage to work on and store other outdoor projects.Bytackling these four outdoor cleanup tasks, you'll set yourself up for success for any landscaping and projects you've planned for spring and summer. Visit NorthernTool.com to view and purchase any tools and equipment you may need for completing these and other outdoor projects. Outdoor ImprovementHomeProjects (Continued from page 27 )
29June 2022 messengerpaper.comHOME & GARDEN (Continued on page 30) John Allen Glud III Geoffrey and Kristen Kasse 324 Buckingham Drive $1,100,000. Stephen Brounce Elizabeth Anibaldi 100 Castlebrooke Drive $490,000. NVR Inc. Jonathan Ray and Alison Leslie Austin 337 Juniper Way $570,284. NVR Inc. Benjamin William and Arlie Jean Urso 344 Juniper Way $740,224. Leech & Henry Construction Inc. John and Sherry Quinn 351 Juniper Way $789,900. 271 Art Land LLC NVR Inc. 311 Junper Way $137,500. Hilkka Fadgen Jeffrey Alan and Julie Horn 309 Marion Drive $310,000. Estate of Lyle Sherman Smith Thomas and MaryBeth DeMillion 137 Phillips Drive $401,137. Nicholas Ferraro Matthew Michler 214 Thompsonville Road $800,000. Marilyn Langenohl George and Patricia Severns 309 Village Green Drive $390,000. Michael Sola Cartus Financial Corp. 121 Windermere Ct $659,900. Cartus Financial Corp. Eileen Kendrall 121 Windermere Ct $659,900. Thomas Lauritzen Christopher and Kasey Connelly 111 Yorktown Road $411,000. Louis Mazza Robert and Linda Musulin 535 Center Church Road $375,600. Mary Ann Brown Mykhailo Radetsky and Elvina Sirbaeva 325 Bellwalt Drive $220,000. Mary Ann Palumbi Aaron and Darcy Lynn Litschewski 122 Brave Run Road $530,000. Scott Beinhauer Michael and Megan Apple 525 Circle Drive $596,000. NVR Inc. Charles Collingwood Fawcett V & Alicia Fawcett 338 Juniper Way $646,105. NVR Inc. Matthew Lane and Jeri Kiggins 340 Juniper Way $624,950. Steven Betarie Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Quail Run Road $140,000. Estate of Dino DiBasilio Patricia McKinney 272 Quail Run Road $175,000. Scott Madar Christina Vowcheck 104 Clearview Drive $355,000. Joseph Kearney III Paul and Jordan Ball 162 Gateshead Drive $420,000. 271 Art Land LLC NVR Inc. 204 Juniper Way $137,500. George Quesnelle Jason Alan and Meredith Yuss Camilletti 209 Molly Drive $690,000. Douglas Hamilton Andre and Nicole Sutanto 104 Roundtable Drive $520,000. Charles Fisher Ryan Skinner and Brittany Gibson 116 Sheffield Ln $379,000. Hubert MacDonald Jr. Charles Kenneth & Jacquelyn Michelle McCluskey 150 Sherwood Drive $352,000. LEASANTP HILLS Anh Le David Lars Eliasen 230 Broadway Drive $198,200. Gregory Frazier Jordan Al Mukhtar and Paige Sharifi 130 Lebanon Church Road $150,000. Meghan Collins Mark and Heather Rowan 301 Temona Drive $281,000. Timothy Finnegan Amber Irwin 74 W Bruceton Road $185,000. David Marraccini Jr. DSH Assoc. LLC 197 Woodland Drive $585,000. Megh Basnet Vilim Pejic 314 Cavan Drive $262,600. Alexandria Marie Tambellini Vijay Kumar et al. and Matthew Rahuba 503 Hi Tor Drive $218,000. Christopher Putnak Jonathan Schultz and Chelsea Faris 152 Marshall Circle $237,500. Jeffrey Madison Jeevan Subedi and Nirmala Nepal 600 Arbor Lane $225,000. Zander Daniel Shashura Aleksandr Furtney and Allison Cimino 46 W Bruceton Road $177,577. Brian Sharp Thomas and Darlene Dufalla 262 Caryl Drive $285,195. Mary Mewha Derek Bakewell and Alexandra Stoicovy 348 Caryl Drive $184,900. Jeffrey VanBibber Ryan Christopher & Alexandria Stevenson Zurawski 273 Constitution Drive $164,000. Arden Linn David and Meghan Mae Santiago 189 Lynn Drive $160,000. ROSTRAVER RWS Land Co. Inc. Ambika and Namrata Bhattarai 232 Landan Drive $90,000. Estate of Lucindamas Carlson Robert Lees Jr. 136 Main St. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $4,065). Seller Buyer Address Price Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Governors Zero In On Film'sWindowEnergySavings (NewsUSA) - A third of U.S. Governors have recognized window film as a cost-effective solution to reducing energy costs in homes, protecting skin and home decor from the sun's damaging UV rays, and enhanced window glass safety. The International Window Film Asso ciation (IWFA) is sharing recent proclamations kindly made by those governors on its website. 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A contributing writer for the South Hills – Mon Valley Messenger has won an award for one of the top feature articles in the 2022 Veterans of Foreign Wars National Publications Contest.Michael P. Mauer, an Army veteran of Operation Desert Storm, won the Bronze Award for his article, ‘West Mifflin VFW Members Earn Top Surgeon Awards at State Convention.’ The submission appeared in the July 2021 edition of the South Hills – Mon Valley Messenger, and placed third in competition after a judges’ review by two non-VFW affiliated journalism professionals.Mauerwrote the article while assigned as the VFW PA District 29 public affairs officer. This is his third VFW writing award in six years.
Michael P. Mauer, Bronze Award winner in the 2022 Veterans of Foreign Wars National Publications Contest.
Phan-Gruber helped lead major investments in the Front Door Initiative at Jefferson Hospital, an innovative social emergency medicine program, re-energized community development efforts in the City of Clairton and focused support to help the growing immigrant and refugee community in the South Hills thrive.Phan-Gruber’s accomplishments include the Jefferson Community Collaborative, an active network of 110 community-based organizations that meet quarterly and work in action teams year-round. The Foundation hosts an annual conference, the Jefferson Forum, and has published a Jefferson Community Directory. The Foundation compiles and shares local data through community snapshots and with a current initiative called Surprise in the Suburbs. The Foundation’s Around the Table South initiative gathered 1,000 residents and staff in small conversation groups over a meal during one week in 2018 and identified areas of community focus to guide its future work.
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Mauer has written scores of articles about the VFW and veterans over the last three decades. These stories have been printed in local, regional and state-wide publications. In 2020, Mauer won the Silver Award for best feature article in the VFW National Publications Contest, and in 2016, the Grand Award. He has been a life member of the VFW since 1995. He has also received citations for his work over the years with the VFW from both the Pennsylvania State Senate and the House of Representatives. Also, he was appointed a VFW National Aide-De-Camp in 2006. A Bethel Park Pennsylvania native, Mauer’s name is one of hundreds inscribed on the Veteran’s Memorial near the borough’s municipal building. He attended Bethel Park Senior High School before earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism and communications from Point Park University in 1984. Mauer won the Army’s highest journalism honor, the Keith L. Ware, in 1991. He was also awarded the Joint Service Commendation Medal by Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf for his actions as a military reporter in Operation Desert Storm. In 2010, Mauer was inducted into the Southwestern Pennsylvania Veterans Hall of Fame. He is also a graduate of the United States military’s Defense Information School, and the Field Artillery School in Fort Sill,MauerOklahoma.isemployed with the United States Veterans Administration and currently lives on Hempstead Road in Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh. He has been married to his spouse, Marsey, for 36 years. They have two daughters, Sarah and Rachel.
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Jefferson Regional Foundation CEO Retires Board commences regional and national search for new executive leader
Jefferson Regional Foundation announced the impending retirement of its CEO, Mary Phan-Gruber, who joined it as its first executive director in 2013. A social worker whose career has been embedded in the nonprofit sector, this is the second of two Pittsburgh area health grantmaking foundations which Phan-Gruber has led from their creation. Before taking the top position at Jefferson Regional Foundation, she helped develop and then directed the Birmingham Foundation for 10 years. Phan-Gruber will assist the Foundation until a successor is named this summer. The Foundation Board has engaged Nonprofit Talent to commence a regional and national recruitment effort for a new executive. The Foundation’s website is https://jeffersonrf.org
Messenger Writer Takes Bronze in VFW Writing Contest
The Foundation with the Jefferson Community Collaborative initiated a community wide Mental Health First Aid Training and a Jefferson Counts campaign during the 2020 Census that engaged 70 nonprofits, local schools, and businesses. The latter is serving as a model for a current voter engagement effort, Jefferson Votes.
During Phan-Gruber’s tenure the Jefferson Regional Foundation has awarded $18 million in grants to 125 nonprofits in its legacy South Hills and lower Mon Valley service area, comprising 215,000 people and over two dozen municipalities The Foundation’s priorities address the social determinants of health and include health and wellness; diversity, equity and inclusion; workforce and economic opportunity; civic engagement and policy work; early childhood and youth development; and capacity building.
Phan-Gruber just completed the Foundation’s move into larger office space in Whitehall Towers. Visit us online at www.messengerpaper.com
Crossroads Ministries in Finleyville is offering kids aged 4 yrs. (and pottytrained) through 6th grade an awesome time in the middle of July! At our MEGA Sports Camp, kids will get to choose from several different activities, including soccer, basketball, flag football, cheer, dance, cooking & art!
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Between sessions, kids will also enjoy upbeat rallies filled with energetic music, inspiring sports stories, and Bible stories to help character-building themes take hold in kids’ hearts. And most importantly, kids will discover God’s great love forYouthem.can join this year’s Legendary MEGA Sports Camp at Crossroads Ministries in Finleyville July 11-15, every day from 9:00am until 12:00noon. Ready to sign up? Visit www.crsmin.com for more information and to complete a FREE registration form for your child(ren) today! Early registrants receive a FREE T-shirt and bag!Bible Chapel in Rostraver Holding Bible School June 20 – 24
Riverview Baptist church in New Eagle will be holding their ‘Monumental’ Vacation Bible School June 13-17. All kids ages 5 through high school are welcome to participate from 6:00pm- 8:45pm nightly as we explore and celebrate God’s greatness during Monumental VBS. Registering for the upcoming Vacation Bible School has now been made easier and more convenient. You can now register online using the website url VBSpro.events/p/rbc2022. It is a safe and secure site unique to Riverview Baptist Church. Registering ahead of time allows you to avoid the crowd at the registration table. You can also register at the registration table in front of the church on June 13 or by phoning 724-489-4380 prior to June 13. Riverview Baptist church is located at 405 Main Street in New Eagle.
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First United Methodist Church of Monongahela will hold their VBS ‘Spark Studios’ July 11 – 15 from 6:30PM – 8:30PM for students who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade. Spark imagination and kick creativity into high gear at Spark Studio kids will learn that God’s creativity didn’t stop in Genesis. The Master Artist is working to redeem, reclaim, and transform us–His creation–to the design He planned for us. Kids will see the beautiful truth that they are God’s workmanship as they learn to use their talents to bring glory to Him. We are saving a seat just for your child!This year each child will receive a VBS t-shirt. Please pre-register your child at vbsmate.com/fumcmon, or by clicking on the pre-registration link on our website www.fumcmon.org so we can ensure your child has a t-shirt. Should you need more information or have a question, please feel free to contact the church office at 724-258-7054, or Barb at 724263-5533.
Riverview Baptist Church VBS Set for June 13-17
The Bible Chapel in Rostraver Twp. will hold its Bible School June 20-24 from 6:00PM – 8:00PM. The program this year is called ‘Monumental’ and is being held at the NBV Community Bank Park. Kids in grades K-4 are welcome to sign up. On the last day, June 24, the Bible school will move to the Bible Chapel location on 203 Johnston Ave in Rostraver Twp. for an open house get together. If you miss sign ups, we also welcome walk-ups at the park. Kids will learn Bible verses, songs, hands on activities and Gods Goodness. For more information, or to register, please call Jacqueline at 724-531-1250.
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BEDNAR, Christine M., 31, of South Park, died May 13. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home in South Park.
LASKEY, Helena (BUCHNAUR), 72, of Monongahela (formerly of Carroll Township), died April 24. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
PEREGO, Bryan R., 47, of Belle Vernon, died May 19. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
MEROLILLO, Peter A. “Petey” III, 62, of West Mifflin (formerly of Monongahela, Victory Hill), died May 17. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. OBRINGER, Lois M. (WOISTMAN), 87, of Eighty-four, died May 16. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. PALUS, Agnes M., 82, of Bethel Park, died May 6. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
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SPINNER, Bessie (BOLENA), 95, of New Eagle, died April 29. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. TAUCHER, Frank A., 94, of Baldwin, died May 19. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. TAYLOR, D. J., 54, of Bethel Park, died April 24. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. TEETS, Timothy S., 63, of New Eagle, died April 22. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
SNYDER, Ryan Thomas, 43, of Jefferson Hills, died May 19. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. SOWERS, Sean Michael, 37, of Finleyville, died May 16. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
WISNIEWSKI, Edward A., 40, of Monongahela, (Carroll Township), died April 23. Arrangements by William Bautz Funeral Home in New Eagle.
BUSHA, Norma, 71, of Finleyville, died April 23. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
THOMPSON, Carol Ann, 68, of South Park, died May 9. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
AUGUSTINE, Rose (KNOX), 63, of Monongahela, May 10. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
CONNOLLY, Bernard Beven, 75, of West Mifflin, died May 14. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. CUSHEY, Donna, 71, of Finleyville, died April 30. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. DELANEY, Joseph, 75, of Bethel Park, died May 13. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. DeUNGER, Doreen A., 75, of North Charleroi, died April 20. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. DEWAR, Lois (HELSTER), 78, of Monongahela, died April 24. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. EYLES, Richard D. “Slappy Pappy”, 65, of Monongahela, died May 2. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
FEKETY--JULIAN, Donna May, 65, of Clairton died April 30. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. GABANY, Suzanne A., 92, of Whitehall, died May 18. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township. GRANDINETTI, Patrick R., 89, of West Mifflin, died May 15. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. HOOD, Jayann, 66, of Canonsburg, died May 4. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home in South Park.
TRIMBLE, Patricia (CAIN), 75, of Elizabeth Township, (formerly of Clairton), died May 12. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.
MARTINI, Samuel “Dave” Sr., 73, of Roscoe, died May 19. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe.
RUFFING, Sherry Lynn, 75, of Clairton, died May 12. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
TOMKO, Rosemary Salero, 86, of Bethel Park, died May 5. Arrange ments by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
BAUMAN, Nancy Louise, 84, of Baldwin Borough, died May7. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
TURKO, Gustava A. “Gus”, 88, of Finleyville, died April 26. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
CARTER, Robert “Bob”, 70, of Bethel Park, died May 12. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.
SMITH, Helen Marie (MUTZKO), 92, of Jefferson Hills, died April 30. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township.
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AMOS, William G., 71, of North Charleroi, died May 2. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.
KRUPITZER, Joyce E. (BERMAN), 88, of Brentwood, died May 9. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township.
KARWOWSKI, Jean A. “Rusty” (WELSBACHER), 90, of Baldwin, died May 18. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township.
MATSKO, Emil J., 86, of Donora, died April 29. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. MATTAROCK, Anthony J., 50, of Whitehall, died May 11. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MELZER, Eleanor Roberta, 89, of Bethel Park, died May 1. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
THOMPSON, Virginia Lee, 68, of North Charleroi, died April 30. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.
HRYCKO, John C., 65, of Bethel Park, died April 20. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home in South Park.
BROWN, Louis Lee, 63, of Charleroi, died May 18. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.
RICHARD, Frances “Fran” (CHESLER), 84, of Jefferson Hills, died Mary 17. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.
ZUBOVIC, Joel F., 80, of Charleroi, died April 24. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.
Recent Death Notices
CARPICO, Domenic M., 91, of Jefferson Hills, died May 8. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
PULASKI, Olive H., of Greensburg (formerly of Charleroi), 101, died May 1. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. RICCI, Mary Jane, 79, of West Mifflin (formerly of Clairton), died May 2. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
HOWELLS, William J., 73, of Monongahela (Valley Inn) died May 15. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
SCHIVLEY, Susan Sherry, 71, of Baldwin, died May 19. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township.
SPHAR, Clayton, 87, of Venetia, died April 30. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
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TRANSMISSION JACK - Removes/replaces automatic transmission. 800lbs capacity. Never used mint condition. $200. 520-271-5869 Munhall METAL CAR RAMPS - used once, absolutely like new. $25 pair. 520-271-5869 Munhall INDIANAPOLIS 500 - May 26, 1991 Official program. Good condition, $12. 724-9411728 2010 FORD RANGER – 180,000 miles, 4x2, auto, 2.3 engine (great on gas), newer transmission. Good condition. $4,000. 412-983807 2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON – Street Glide, 4,900 miles, mint condition. Needs nothing. $18,500 firm. 724-331-8566. 1991 HARLEY DAVISON – Sportster, 17K miles, black color, high bars – chrome controls, sissy bar, forward controls, many extras. Will need fresh gas, carb cleaned. $3,500. 412462-6108 2015 – 2018 FORD F-150 – Stainless Steel Grille Guard, new in box. $200. 724-8726335 DUNE BUGGY - 2007 Thunder Motor Sport Joyner 650 Sand Spider, Excellent condition. Only 173 miles. Garage kept. Winch and Owner's manual included. Asking $4,000 make (412) 999-4332 350 – Small block, heads, thumper cam. Bored. 30 Call Rick, 724469-2114 1977. Call Rick. 724-469-2114 – – –
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ELECTRIC HOME HOSPITAL BED - Richmat 1, Easily adjusts six ways with the touch of a button. Includes gently-used Serta mattress. $300 or best offer. 724-348-4836. TRANSFER TUB BUNCH – for getting into the shower, Drive brand. New, still in the box. $30. 412-884-0886 SAVE ON YOUR NEXT PRESCRIPTION! World Health Link. Price Match Guarantee! Prescriptions Required. CIPA Certified. Over 1500 medications available. CALL Today For A Free Price Quote. 1-855-530-8993 Call Now! CRAFT AND ART SUPPLIES – Several boxes. 412-233-7835 PITTSBURGH PIRATES – 1960 ‘Beat ‘em Bucs’ chalkware plaque – and Benny Benack 45RPM record, excellent cond. $100. 412884-1298 LADIES GOLF CLUBS – and bag. $30. Finleyville. 724-348-7667 GOLF PULL CART - $5. Finleyville. 724-3487667 CORNER TV STAND – With glass shelf. 40.5”L x 19.25”W x 19”H. Stand moves easily on flat or carpeted services. Excellent condition. $75. (Cash Only). 412-833-1558 ORIENTAL CARPET – 5’7” x 7’4” – color: green. Good cond. $50 (Cash only). 412833-1558 OUTDOOR DINING SET – 5.5 ft rectangular glass table, 6 reclining chairs, 2 ottomans all with cushions. Powder-coated aluminum frames. Good cond. $200. (Cash only) 412-833-1558 BANQUET TABLES – One 8-ft, one 6-ft, and one 4-ft table. Good condition. $150 for all. 412-881-7392 WINTER DRESS COAT – Black, size, 12, (Jones of New York), wool blend, excellent cond. Originally $379, will sell for $50 or best offer. 412-877-4945 METAL SCAFFOLD – Werner, rolling, 4 ft. Model PS48, 500 LBS. rating, two planks. $50. 412-884-5244 MON VALLEY MEMORIAL CEMETERY – Lot 130, block 5, single burial lot. $450. 724872-0721 REAL ESTATE BOOK – ‘Right of Way’, Books of fundamentals, real estate appraisal process, residential property. 724-872-0721 WORK PANTS – Aramark, Blue, 36 x 30, $5. 412-425-0342 WELDING PANTS – and jacket, green. $8. 412-425-0342 BAND CLAMPS – Two(2), 2.25” $10. 412425-0342 1948 TUCKER – 1:18 scale. $18. 412-4250342 ANTIQUE ZENITH FLOOR RADIO – 3.5 feet tall, great original finish. Doesn’t work. $75 OBO. 724-384-9151 ANTIQUE WICKER BABY BUGGY – Original finishes, great condition. $250 firm. 724384-9151
FREE 9 FT GANDY POOL TABLES – You dismantle and haul. 724-384-9151 TROYBILT TILLER – 8 horsepower, with hiller clean. $3 each. 724-4890139 ONE TOUCH VERIO STRIPS – For blood sugare testing. 3 full bottles of 100 strips, and one(1) half full bottle. Apprx 350 strips. $10. 724-489-0139 1909 D.W.M. MAUSER – 30-06, by Flaigs, as issued. And Finish M39, 7.62x54 m/m as issued. Both in Exc. Condition. Will trade both for German Luger and holster. 724-330-5041 WOMEN’S DAY – 12 volume cookbooks, from A to Z. $20. 724-684-7199 LONG BLACK LEATHER COAT – size small, worn twice. $20. 724-684-7199 PENCIL TREE – 4ft with lights. $20. Handcrafted decorations, $1 each. 724-6847199 DICKENS CHRISTMAS HOUSES – From Hill’s Dept. Store. $7 each. 724-684-7199 BALLANTINES ILLUSTRATED – History of World War II. $3 each. 724-684-7199
CLASSIFIEDS WRITERS WANTED – News Reporters, Journalists needed for local community newspaper. Attend and cover local municipal and council meetings. Attend events and newsworthy functions as assigned. Follow-up on stories of local interest. Must have own computer and e-mail. Writing or News Reporting experience preferred – but not necessary. This is a Freelance position. Submit letter of interest to dhaniford@messengerpaper.com or call 412249-8177. ADVERTISING SALES – Are you a “people person”? Do you enjoy getting out of the office or home and meeting with people face to face? Are you a good listener who likes to help people and businesses succeed? An exciting career in advertising sales may be just the right fit for you! If you are driven, passionate, proactive and thrive on a good challenge, we want to hear from you! Recent college grads are welcome and encouraged to apply. Training will be provided. Flexible hours and work from home is available. Call 412-249-8177 and ask for Doug. Or, e-mail letter of interest or resume to dhaniford@messengerpaper.com
furrower and extra tines. $800 firm. 724-3849151 MEN’S JEANS SHORTS – 8-pairs, sizes 36 and 38, very good condition and washed. $4 each. 724-489-0139 MEN’S SUITS – 2 brand new, never worn, 1 dark grey and 1 black. From Men’s Warehouse. 2 gently used and cleaned sports coats. Size 42. $20 each. 724-489-0139 JEANS SHIRTS - (two(2), Wrangler, size L. Good condition and
CHILD CARE - Sunshine Kids is now hiring loving, energetic people who enjoy working with children. Part time or full time positions available. Please call Tammy at 724-348-6565 ANCIENT AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Ancient American Historical Society of Southwestern Pennsylvania is now accepting applications. Learn about the cultures who visited and inhabited our area and the eastern U.S. in ancient times – Columbus was last. The society does lectures, produces a newsletter, and is planning future field trips. Please write for more information and an application to LAR7436@aol.com
COMBAT AND SURVIVAL BOOKS – A series of 28 books, hardback, like new. $10. 724929-8259 DELUXE FOOD MILL – Norpro stainless steel. Mashes, rices, strains. Brand new, easy to use and clean. $5. 724-929-8259 1999 MCDONALDS BEANIE BABY Series –in original casings, full four bear set, very collectible. $10. 724-929-8259 OSCILLOSCOPE TEKTRONIX 7603 - Very clean good working order. $400. 724-9418728 OSCILLOSCOPE PARTS TEKTRONIX - One lot various parts. $50. 724-941-8728 F REON R22 NOS - US made, 2.8 pound cylinder. $55. 724-941-8728 FREON R22 NOS - US made, 30 pound cylinder sealed. $600. 724-941-8728 HYDRAULIC PUMP - Enerpac, 1 Hp SP 115/230 4way valve. $250. 724-941-8728 VERTICAL BLINDS - (33” x 42”) (68” x 58). $25 for each or $75. 724-986-3152 45 RECORDS - 45s/ LPs from 1950-90. Pop, oldies, country, Motown 724-986-3152 HARMON/KARDON – Deck. $50. 724-9863152 MIRROR WITH BLACK FRAME - mirror measures 32" x 22" with hanging wire attached to back of frame - $20. 412-736-6223 4 BED RISERS - easily prop foots of bed on risers for a sturdy lift; gives more under the bed storage space - $12. 412-736-6223 24 INCH AIR MATTRESS - Aerobed pillowtop, queen size, built-in air pump for easy inflation and deflation, includes carry bag - $225. 412736-6223 --------- EDUCATION / TRAINING ----------FINANCIAL DON’T HAVE LIFE INSURANCE YET? Life Insurance---the last tax-free wealth transfer left. For a quote contact Jim Driscoll at 412-343-1100 Driscoll Insurance Enterprises. Proudly serving the Pittsburgh region since 1949. HEALTH / MEDICAL /FITNESS --------- ITEMS FOR SALE----------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 us at dhaniford@messengerpaper.com with a resume and cover letter, or mail to P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVESWANTED
FREE 12-FT SNARK SAILBOAT – With oars, transom for motor, all sailing gear included. Needs fiberglass repairs. You haul. 724-3849151
each. 724-929-8259 PIANO – Henry F. Miller, upright with bench. Will accept best offer. 412-680-8990. Lv mssg. SNOW BLOWER – Toro “Power Clear”, Powerful 4 cycle gas engine with electric start. 18” clearing width. Throws snow up to 25 feet. Spring discount $150. 724-305-5386 STATIONARY BIKE – Pro-Form, and/or Lifestyles Health Rider. $25 each. 412-8353516 SNOW BLOWER – Toro. Needs gas tank repair. $25. 412-835-3516 ANTIQUE RADIO – RCA Radiola 18, 2-piece. Top is speaker, bottom is radio. Approx 26” x 8”. 1930’s vintage. $150. 724-258-3767 TIN CAT STATUE – Copper collar, 18” x 20”, 6” wide face of cat and tail that twirls over th ebody. $20. 724-258-3767 BEER BOTTLE OPENERS - Vintage Duquesne, Fort Pitt and Esquire (8). $3 each or $20 for all 8.724-941-1728 VINYL LP COLLECTION - 450 albums and 45’s from 60s-70s,. Serious inquiries only.724941-1728 NEVIN ROBINSON PITTSBURGH AUTOGRAPHED DRAWING - "The Point". 21"x10" Oak frame with glass. $35. 724-941-1728 FISHING WADERS – Cabela’s. Size 10. $10. 412-751-5688 COMPETITION BOCCE SET – Eddie Bauer, (8) 107mm phenotech balls; and (1) 6mm yellow pallino ball. Rules + instructions, in case. $24. 412-751-5688 HUNTING OUTFIT – Cabela’s. Black and orange, trousers, jacket and shirt. Size large. $18. 412-751-5688 ROLLING 4-FOOT METAL SCAFFOLD –Werner, Model PS48, 500 LBS. rating. Two planks. 412-884-5244 SNOW BLOWER – MTD, 8 HP, 26” scoop. Runs good. Asking $50. 412-831-8998 ADOPT A REAL FRIEND. We'll make you smile. Satisfaction guaranteed. Washington Area Humane Society. 724 -222-7387
CORELLE - Set of 8 Vintage Corning (Spring Meadow) 8oz coffee cups with saucers. Perfect condition. $10. 724-736-2090 or text 931980-8426 FISH TANK - 30 gallon rectangular tank bought new in 2020. Includes solid wood stand with storage, a hood with light, and a filter. Excellent condition, $125. We also have a new in box heater, sells for $35, yours for $25. May separate pieces if not sold together. (724-3485072. Items located in Finleyville. BACKYARD DISCOVERY – Dayton wooden swing set. Dismantled – used only one summer. Stored in a dry basement since. $200. Please call 724-938-8390, leave a message.
36 messengerpaper.com June 2022CLASSIFIEDS TUPPERWARE CONTAINERS - 7 lime green Tupperware 3 cup containers with lids, never used - $12. 412-736-6223 UNIVERSAL REMOTE - RCA 3 device, Model: RCR003RWD - $10. 412-736-6223 2009 U.S. PROOF SET - $75. 724-938-8482 BOARD GAMES - (11) Vintage from 1950's/60's. Very Good Condition. $10 each. 724-684-5531. ALUMINUM RIMS – Five(5) off a 1995 Chevy Caprice. Selling with tires. Asking $50 per tire and wheel. 724-239-5431 TRANSMISSION JACK - Removes/replaces automatic transmission. 800lbs capacity. Never used mint condition. $200. 520-271-5869 Munhall CORDLESS DRILL & DRIVER - Black & Decker 18V with keyless chuck. BRAND NEW in original box. $20. 724-348-5017 (Finleyville) AIR MATTRESS - Queen Size (blue) Like New, Size: 74 x 54 x 24 (4 minute inflation time), Weight: holds up to 442 Lbs. $25. 724-3485017 (Finleyville) AIR MATTRESS - Single Size (blue) Like New, Size: 4 x 42 x 6 (2 minute inflation time) $20. 724-348-5017 (Finleyville) ANTIQUE LANE CEDAR CHEST - Circa 1934, Good condition. $300. 724-736-2090
CHROME TRANSMISSION PAN – with gasket, Turbo Hydra-matic 350. $20. 412-425-0342 METAL CAR RAMPS - used once, absolutely like new. $25 pair. 520-271-5869 Munhall INDIANAPOLIS 500 - May 26, 1991 Official program. Good condition, $12. 724-9411728 QUILT RACK - homemade, $20. 412-6559127 STANDING OTT LAMP - needs bulb, $15. 412-655-9127
CARD BOX – Beautiful. To be used for weddings or any special occasion, swivels and locks. Each side has an 8" x 10" slot to add pictures. Measures 12-1/2" w
CHINA CABINET - Glass Top Doors And Shelves & Lights Up, Dark Wood $200. 724344-6619
ROUND WOODEN KITCHEN TABLE - with leaf and 4 chairs. Very good condition. $75. 412655-9127 WII - complete with lots of extras $50. 412655-9127 AMF MENS BOWLING BALL - 16 lb. bag and Brunswick size 10 bowling shoes, Good condition. $25. 412-655-9127 TIRES – Two(2) Uniroyal 235/70R/16 – Good tread, 7/32. $40. 412-678-1860
VINYL LP COLLECTION - 450 albums and 45’s from 60s-70s. Serious inquiries only. 724-941-1728 TRAVEL TRAILER - Used 2018 Wildwood Heritage Glen, 35 Ft., Model 282RK, Very Clean, Sleeps 4, Lots of storage, Includes AntiSway Hitch and Surge Protection system. Includes Dishes, Flatware, Cookware, some linens. $25,000, North Belle Vernon. Call 724243-3318 or 910-352-5914. DOCKERS WOMEN'S SLIP-ON SHOES WOODEN x 14" h. Excellent condition, used only once. $35. 412-877-0066. MACHINIST TOOLS - over $3,000 worth of top quality. Mostly Starrett with Kennedy box and roll-a-way, will sell for $1,500 or best offer. 724-222-6711 POST HOLE DIGGER - Excellent Condition. $18. Call 724-684-5531. BOB MACKIE TOP – Woman’s, size Large, Orange with yellow tiny flowers. Very nice, ¾ sleeves. $15. 724-258-3767 WOODEN SHELVES - three heart shaped –vertical. Nice. $10. 724-258-3767 GUITAR – Washburn, 12-string. Excellent cond. Nice sounding. Good strings. $150. 724-258-3767 MEN’S LEATHER COAT – Full Length, Size Large. Paid $525 new. Asking $150. 724258-2364 ENCYCLOPEDIA BRITTANICA SET – 1977. Includes the Jr. Set. $75. 724-258-2364 ROCKER CHAIR – Solid wood. $10. 724258-2364 BLUE FOX COAT – Women’s, 3/4 length. $50. 724-258-2364 WEDDING DRESS – Size Large. Paid $800. Asking $100. 724-258-2364 SEWER SNAKE – 100 feet. Heavy duty, made in 1945. $400. 724-366-9524 COFFEE TABLE – Made by Ashley Oak. With wheels. Paid $350. Sell only $100. 724-3669524 DOG BARN – Huge. 16’ x 12’ x 5’ (Need a flatbed truck). Shingle roof, insulated, holds 5 beagles. $500. 724-366-9524 AIR FRYER – Paula Dean, New. $60. 724366-9524 WOMEN”S BOMBER COAT – with real fox collar. Size medium. Paid $800 at Macy’s. Sell for $100. 724-366-9524 IRONS (3) – General Electric, Black & Decker, Sunbeam Travel. $3
BOOK - “Steel Serves the Nation-First 50 years of US Steel, 1901-1951”, USS history. $25. 520-271-5869.
BOOK - “Monongahela Dusk” a work of historic fiction, with a setting in industrial MCKeesport in the 1930-40’s by John Hoerr. $25. 520271-5869 RECLINER CHAIR - fabric dark brown, no tears, rips stains or odors. Works perfectly. $50. 520-271-5869 Munhall BATHROOM FAUCET - American Standard, polished brass - no sink stopper. Good condition. $25. 724-941-1728 WOODEN MAGAZINE HOLDER - 14 3/4" x 8.5" x 15" high. $10. 724-941-1728
P BUCKLEY MOSS - Signed 1990 ABBY Framed Print - Girl with Umbrella 148/1000 $115. 724-941-1728
- New pair. Dark brown leather, size 9 in original shoebox. $20. 412-877-0066. HIGHBACK BOOSTER SEAT - Graco AFFIX, for child 30 - 100 lbs. and up to 57" tall. Date of manufacture 06/09/2017. Very good condition. $30. Call 412-655-1806. BLACK
SILVERPLATED COFFEE POT - Oneida Rogers with 15” tray, creamer, sugar bowl. Beautiful and Elegant $25. 724-736-2090 or text 931980-8426 VINTAGE WOOD METAL SLED - Gladding Speedaway, 61” $40. compare on eBay or Etsy Good condition. 724-736-2090 or text 931980-8426
BOOK - “Pitcairn Centennial Book- Our First Hundred Years”, 1994, hardback. people, government, churches, sports, organizations, schools. $25. 520-271-5869.
SEQUENCE LONG GOWN - Navy Blue, Size 14, Long Sleeve. Only worn once. Beautiful! $230. Call or text at 724-317-9302. I ROBOT - carpet cleaning system $25. 412445-2701 USAF UNIFORMS - $100. 412-445-2701 TABLE BOORISH - Steel legs. $75. 412-4452701 DUST TO DAWN LIGHT - New in box. $60. 412-445-2701 SMOKER - $30. 412-445-2701 LAZY SUSAN - Ceramic. $50. 412-445-2701
TREADMILL - Weslo Cadence. $50. 724-7362090
HOME MOVIE TRANSFERS PHOTO MONTAGE CREATIONS 8mm, Super 8mm, and16mm Projector movies, transferred digitally, frame by frame, for superior clarity. New equipment for 2016. No projector flicker - reasonable rates. VHS, VHS-C, mini-DV, and 8mm tapes transferred to DVD. Photos/slides scanned to montage DVD of special events. One of a kind gifts. 724-258-5336 dcheplic@ gmail.com. Website: www.dcheplicmovietransfersand montages.com. Facebook: www.facebook. tages/debcheplicmovietransfersandmon-com/
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SEWING MACHINE – Brother Homelock/Serger, with differential feed, like new, still in box. 24 cones of thread will be included. $150 for all. 412-884-0886 MOUNTED DEER ANTLERS – Ten(10) pair! Mounted, excellent shape. $4 - $7 each, or all for $40. 724-929-8259
MINK COAT – Ladies, Autumn Haze color, shawl collar, size: M/L. $450 OBO. 412-3844374 ASSORTED R&B CD’S – Box of 28. Plus 27 tapes and 9 DVD movies. $30. 412-3844374
STORM DOOR – Pella, 36” x 80”, 2-years old. Full view glass in musket brown. Hinged RT,knob on left. Great condition. All hardware included. New $400. Asking $200. 724-5528617
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2" leather cartridge belt (25), large$75.00
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OUTDOOR PATIO SET – 7 pieces, glass table and 6 chairs with cushions. Only 2 years old. Excellent cond. Paid $600. Selling for $150. 412-609-0052
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METAL FILE CABINET – 4 large drawers, gray color, good cond. $25. 724-941-9256
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DISNEY PRINCESS CAR – Pink and white, like new. Needs new battery. Ages 2-5. $10. 724-929-8259 CRAFTSMAN – Table Saw. 10”. Bargain at $75. 724-366-9524 COFFEE TABLE – Slate top, Oak frame, made by Ashley. Paid $700. Sell for $100. 724366-9524 U.S. - 1980 to 1989. $65. 724-938-8482$40.00 (412) 997-7397 - vintage Drop, (412) 997-7397 - BSA with blue decorations, gold jewelry. Jim Gillespie at 412-979-7050 or home 724-348-6203. VINTAGE SPORTS MEMORABILIA – cards, autographs, ticket stubs, non-sports cards pre 1970. Also memorabilia from the Pittsburgh Pipers, and Condors, ABA Basketball. 724205-8620 OLD 45/LP RECORDS - (rock n roll )724986-3152 SEEBURG JUKEBOX CARTRIDGES/PARTS - 724-986-3152 JUKEBOXES/PINBALL MACHINES - 724986-3152 CONVERTIBLE CARS - 1950’s/60’, looking for a 2022 ‘Covid project’. 724-986-3152
LIGHT WOOD ROCKER – with plush tan material seat cushion. Very comfy. $15. 724-9298259 SHOT GLASSES – four(4) in box. Each feature different picture of Audrey Hepburn and Breakfast at Tiffany’s. $3. 724-929-8259 RECORD COLLECTION – 250 45’s from 1970’s and 80’s disco era, including 34 picture sleeves. Exc. cond. $100. 412-884-1298 CLARINET – Beginners. AIW Condition. Asking $250. 412-831-8998 TREADMILL – Pro-Series, runs good. Asking $50. 412-831-8998 DRILL DOCTOR – Sharpens drill bits. $40. 412-425-0342 SCRUBS – Like new! 4 complete sets (4 pants, 4 tops), Brands: Barro, Carhardt, Beyond Scrubs, Infinity. Best offer. 412-913-3513 J OHN DEERE DIESEL MOTOR OIL – One case, SAE 15W-40. $50. 724-684-5169 GOLF BALLS – 20 for $10. 724-941-7604. Lv Mssg. CANNA BULBS – Red, 12 for $10. 724-9417604. Lv. Mssg. CHAR-BROIL ADVANTAGE PROPANE GRILL 4 burners and temp. gauge on outside top. Side burner, several pans for grilling, cleaning tools, new Blue Rhino propane tank and CharBroil grill cover. Will text photos. $175. 724797-4461 FURNITURE – 5 drawer chest of drawers, 6 drawer dresser with mirror, which sits on dresser, has 4 drawers and several shelves. All matching with walnut cherry grain. $75. 724797-4461 FURBY – Still in box. $50. 724-941-9256 OFFICE CHAIR – High back, adjustable seat, brown lather, never used. $60. 724-9419256 PAPER SHREDDER – Small, sits on plastic bin. $30. 724-941-9256
CLASSIFIEDS MON VALLEY MEMORIAL PARK – 4 lots, Garden of the Cross. $250 each. 412-3844374 AVON RED – “Cape Cod” glass collection. 24 pcs with original boxes. $50. 412-384-4374
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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 WANTED OLD FISHING TACKLE - Lures, Reels, Tackle Boxes, Minnow Buckets, Fly Reels / Rods etc. the older the better. Call 412-414-8464, if no answer please leave a message. OLD HOT WHEEL CARS - Redlines. Has the red ring on the tires. Made from 1968 to 1977. A few or your collection, I am willing to look at them. Can meet. Also have PayPal. 724-984-9085 OLD INSULATORS - buying porcelain or glass insulators used on utility poles or along RR tracks, also lightning rods. 724-7820539. SELL YOUR ANTIQUE OR CLASSIC CAR. Advertise with us. You choose where you want to advertise. 800-450-6631 visit macnetonline.com for details. ADOPT A REAL FRIEND. We'll make you smile. Satisfaction guaranteed. Washington Area Humane Society 724 -222-7387 FEMALE MINI-HORSE WANTED - Please leave message. 724-258-2596 24" DOG CRATE - like new $20. 724-3485103. 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 @ 724-941-5737. WANTED ADOPT A REAL FRIEND. We'll make you smile. Satisfaction guaranteed. Washington Area Humane Society 724 -222-7387
BLACK & DECKER – Steam Iron and smaller Sunbeam traveling steam iron. Both nice. $3 each. 724-929-8259
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"Deerhunter," 2.5 x 20mm, rifle scope /MS Reticle - $40.00 (412) 997-7397 CELL PHONE - LG-B470 flip type, black, AT&T, includes charger, excellent, $50. 412-7366223 OAK BUNKBED - desk. Excellent condition. Top single bottom double. Asking $500.00 or best offer 214-721-9658 DRESSER SET - w/Mirror 58" x 34" (8 drawer), 59" x 33" (6 drawer), matching nightstand $125/set 412-419-7080 VALET CHAIR - Orig. $150 last year - Now $75 412-419-7080 TELEVISIONS - 48" for $100 / 33" for $50. 412-419-7080 CHAIRS – Two(2) Light Green Fabric/wood arms (modern) w/Ottoman. $40. 412-4197080 LARGE CAT CARRIER - for my 25 pound kitty. 412-384-6245. May leave a message. BUYING MEN'S AND WOMEN'S VINTAGE CLOTHES - 1800's through 1970. Also vintage material and vintage sewing items. Call Gloria at 724-263-2239 or Bonnie at 412997-2943. FINLEYVILLE BREWING – Old Beer bottles and memorabilia items from Finleyville Brewing wanted. Will pay top dollar! Call 424-215-9385 U.S. STEEL LOGO ITEMS – Old memorabilia, collectibles and items with U.S. Steel logo wanted. Call 424-215-9385 WANTED ANTIQUES – Sterling silver, old Christmas decorations, old lamps, oriental rugs, paintings, crocks
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ELECTRIC BED – Call for info. 724-3485243. SHOP AIR HOSE – 3/8” x 50-feet, new. $20. 412-425-0342 REMOTE CONTROL RACE CAR – Pittsburgh Steelers, 1:18 scale. $13. 412-425-0342 VHS WRESTLING TAPES – Ten(10) brand new. $12. 412-425-0342 MINK NECK SCARF – Like new, 23” each. $50 724-785-4987 COOK BOOKS – Two boxes, $5. 412-2337835 2015 – 2018 FORD F-150 – Stainless Steel Grille Guard, new in box. $200. 724-8726335 MATERIAL – All new cotton and cotton blends, current and vintage prints. $2.50 a yard. 412884-0886 SPRING RAINCOATS – Woman’s large, blue, purple, red and red plaid ones. Some are new with tags. $5 each. 412-884-0886
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First Class Cleaning ServicesServing Allegheny and Washington County. Residential and Commercial. Talk with Tracy today 724-261-7378
LAWN SOLDIER - Lawn mowing, mulching, hedge trimming, yard cleanup, tree service, retaining walls, and pressure washing. Call Todd at 724797-6031 or John at 412-515-5222 for 10% early bird special or veterans and senior citizen discounts. CONCRETE WORK - Retaining walls, driveways, all types of cement repair work, free estimate, reasonable (412) 889-5035 SERVICES ESTATE-------CUTTING BY BOB 724-348-6593
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