South Hills Mon Valley October 2022

The Pleasant Hills Rotary

‘Annual Harvest Festival’ – Nov. 4

The Pleasant Hills Rotary Club, now in its 66th year of service, is gearing up for its 65th ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL. This major fundraiser, which helps support Rotary related charities, student scholarships and local food banks, including Cloverleaf Food Bank, throughout the year. It will be held on Friday, November 4, at 6:00 pm at The Georgetown Centre, 526 East Bruceton Road. This is a Dinner Social with music and dancing, Basket Auction, Silent Auction for Sports Memorabilia, 50/50 Raffle and other ways to help us raise money to donate back to the communities we serve and organizations we support. Tickets are $45 per person / $80 for a couple. A table for 8 is $320. For tickets call Steve Slater 412-298-1193. Or e-mail steve@stephendslater.com.

Range Resources Volunteers Remodel

DVSSP Washington Safe House

Employee volunteers from Range Resources Corporation recently completed a remodeling project at Domestic Violence Ser vices of Southwestern PA’s (DVSSP’s) Washington Safe House. The project included new paint, furniture, a new television, window treatments, area rug, and décor for the entry area and common living space at the safe house. Range also donated a new table and chairs for the safe house kitchen. The project was funded by Range Resources and the work was completed by a team of Range employee volunteers.

“Our employee volunteers were inspired by DVSSP’s mission and really wanted to make the living area a place of comfort for the community,” said Range Corporate Communications Specialist and project lead Nina Pompeani. “Most of the volunteer hours were contributed by members of our women employee resource group, RENEW, which was a great way for the group to serve other women and hopefully empower them along the way.”

DVSSP’s Washington Safe House provides a safe place to go for anyone experiencing abuse in a relationship. While staying at the safe house, DVSSP staff provide counseling, referrals, and support services to

help clients transition into their own home.

“This has been an incredible transformation for our Washington Safe House,” said DVSSP Director of Community Outreach Cherish Diviney. “The new space is so fresh and bright and will be so comforting for our clients during what is typically a very difficult time in their lives.”

“Our clients have told me that this new space makes them feel at peace, and gives them somewhere to relax that isn’t their room.” added Diviney. “The beautiful new space will also create an extra feeling of pride for our staff.”

Elizabeth Veterans Receive Grant and New Shed from Home Depot

Range Resources volunteers, led by Corporate Communications Specialist and project lead Nina Pompeani (holding plaque) celebrated the completion of the Washington Safe House remodeling project with DVSSP CEO Lisa G. Hannum (3rd from left) and Director of Community Outreach Cherish Diviney (5th from left).

BVA 2022 Football Hall of Fame Night

Pittsburgh Christian Academy Opens in West Mifflin

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Dear Editor;

A recent poll conducted by WPA Intelligence, August 22-25 found that nearly 1 in 4 Democrat voters believe men can get pregnant! Yes. Almost 25% of Democrats think men can have babies! These are the people who want to lead our country and direct the future for us and our children. These are the same Democrats that support cross-dressing, drag queens at children’s story time at our taxpayer funded libraries and schools. Democrats are pushing the progressive, woke ideology that it’s acceptable for biological men who “identify” as female to use the same girl’s restroom with your 12-year-old daughter, and compete on women’s sports teams. Even the new liberal Supreme Court Justice could not even dare try and define what a woman was! Who are these people? Did our country just lose all common sense and decency? Does biology, genetics, science or human nature still exist?

Democrats are the ones who want open borders – allowing drug traffickers, gang members, and terrorists to enter the country illegally. Democrats are the ones fighting to defund the police and reduce prison populations for criminals! Democrats are the ones pushing to teach Critical Race Theory in our schools – telling our children that if they have white skin, they are oppressors, and if you have black skin, you are a hopelessly oppressed victim. This is what today’s Democrats represent.

Today’s Democrat party is not the old party of JFK. It’s the new party of AOC. It’s the party of a socialist, communist agenda. The ‘Green New Deal’ that wants to get rid of all cars and airplanes and replace ALL Buildings! What? Today’s Democrats want ALL of the power with the government. Today’s Democrats don’t want capitalism or freedom – they want socialism. They want to control and punish success and dictate how businesses operate and how we live our lives. It’s the Democrat politicians who pushed mask mandates, and vaccine mandates, which eventually led to people losing their jobs. It was the Democrats who required our kids to wear masks all day at school. It was the liberal, Democrat funded teachers’ unions who locked down the schools and refused to return to in-person classes –further setting our kids back. It was the Democrat run states and Democrat led congress that shut down the country and forced small businesses to close during COVID. Remember all of those small businesses and restaurants that you once liked to go to that are now gone – never to open again? Thank the Democrats. High gas prices? Your 401K Retirement savings gone? Inflation? High crime rate? Stores closed or long lines at the store or restaurant because nobody wants to work – thanks to the free government checks? Democrats, Democrats, Democrats.

If you are a traditional, old-fashioned, JFK Democrat, you must be cringing at what you see right now. If you are an independent voter – there is no way you can vote to continue down this absurd, social justice, woke ideology where right is now wrong, men are now women, and criminals are honored with statues and police departments are defunded. There’s only one solution this November. Vote Republican – Up and Down the ballot! Even if you don’t typically support Republican policies – now’s the time to show Democrats they have gone too far. God Bless America!

Sincerely, Chris Jones – Washington, PA

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OCTOBER 1

FALL FLEATIQUE ON THE MONThe annual Fall Fleatique on the Mon is scheduled for Saturday, October 1 from 8AM- 3PM. This fabulous event will be held in Chess Park, and throughout Monongahela & New Eagle. Crafter and antique dealers will be featured in Chess Park, while flea market vendors and information booths will be located on Third Street.

OCTOBER 1

‘TAKE-OUT-ONLY’ STUFFED PORK CHOP DINNER - Sponsored by the West Newton Little House Association. Saturday, October 1 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at Gary's Chuck Wagon on Second Street in West Newton. The menu includes stuffed pork chop, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, apple sauce, roll and butter, and white or chocolate cake. The ticket price is $15 per person and is for take-out only! For further information, or to purchase a ticket, please call 724-872-7937.

OCTOBER 6 - 8

FALL BOOK SALE - The Friends of South Park Township Library will be holding their Fall Book Sale on Thursday evening, October 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday, October 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Then, on Saturday, October 8, the ever-popular “$5 a Bag Day” will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., where Friends provide the bag for you to fill with anything you find at the sale. This popular event will take place at the South Park Township Community Center, 2575 Brown

sville Road, across from Bavarian Village. A large variety of books will be awaiting you on many topics: (hardback, paperback, fiction, nonfiction, children, adult, school, educational, coffee table and large print books), also, old records, albums, books on tape, audio music tapes, CD’s, DVD’s, video tapes, video games, Blue Ray, audio/video material, computer and electronic games and programs, games, puzzles, toys and stuffed animals. This sale is a great time to collect your Fall and Winter reading and if not a member of Friends, is a great time to join or renew your membership. All proceeds benefit the South Park Township Library.

OCTOBER 7 - 16

FALL ART SHOW AT THE GALLERIA MALL - Friday, October 7 through Sunday, October 16. The show is located throughout the first floor of the Galleria Mall in Mt. Lebanon, 1500 Washington Rd, Mt Lebanon. Show hours are Monday through Saturdays, 10 AM to 7 PM and Sundays, 12 noon to 5 PM. Several art leagues including South Arts Pittsburgh, Whitehall, McMurray Art League, Bethel Park Art League, Primary Colors, and Photo Section will be participating. Please check out a variety of original artwork and photography by local artists. Artwork and photos are framed and ready to hang in your home or give as a thoughtful holiday gift. Cards and matted prints also available. Cash, checks or credit cards accepted. Your support of local artists is greatly appreciated. Please direct

any questions to Bob Hayes at 412496-4236 or NIKF4@aol.com.

OCTOBER 8

VENDOR & CRAFT SHOW - A Fall Vender & Craft Show will be held at Rehoboth Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 8 from 9:30AM – 2:00PM. There will also be a Bake Sale, lunch items for sale, a basket raffle and great fellowship. This event will be held inside and outside with over 30 crafters. All proceeds benefit the Deacons for our many community projects. For more information, contact Carolyn Clark via e-mail at carolynclark52@ yahoo.com. Rehoboth Presbyterian Church is located at 442 Rehoboth Road, in Belle Vernon.

OCTOBER 8

SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER - A spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser will be held for local resident Aaron Baldwin on Saturday, October 8 from 3:00PM – 8:00PM. The dinner will take place at River Hill Church, located at 2105 River Hill Road, Forward Township – Monongahela. Cost for the dinner is just $10 adults (PreSale), or $12 adults at the door. $5 for kids. Dinner includes spaghetti, salad, bread, drink and dessert. Take-out is also available. The fundraiser will also have Door prizes, a Chinese auction, and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets can be purchased in advance by contacting Alexis at 412-614-0189. Advanced ticket purchases will receive an extra door prize entry ticket.

OCTOBER 8

LOIS ORANGE DUCOEUR BREAST CANCER WALK - Satur day, October 8, at 10:00 AM. The Walk has moved to the Center for Fitness and Health in the Penn Highlands Mon Valley HealthPlex, on Route 51, in Rostraver Township. Participants and guests can complete the Walk in the safety of a marked course free from motor vehicle traffic. In addition, the new site provides ample space to accommodate the walkers and those attending for the festivities. Walkers are asked to make a minimum donation of $20 each to participate. Registration is available prior to the event at www.phhealthcare.org/ducoeurwalk or the day of the event beginning at 9:00AM. For more information, contact 724-2581657 or kdquinn@phhealthcare.org.

OCTOBER 8

SOUTH PARK WOMEN'S CLUB CRAFT SHOW – Sat. October 8 from 10:00AM – 3:00 PM in the Broughton Fire Hall, located at 1030 Cochrans Mill Rd. in South Park Township. 60 Crafters will be available, and guests will enjoy a Chance Auction, Bake Sale, Raffles, Refreshments. Plenty of parking at fire hall and Nativity Church parking lots on Brownsville Rd. Shuttle ride from Nativity is available for crafters and customers. Come, have fun checking out all craft tables, have lunch and or bring dinner home with you along with some delicious bake goods. Get a jump on your Xmas shopping.

OCTOBER 8

MURDER MYSTERY DINNERThomas Presbyterian Church, of 1068 Linden Road in Eighty Four, PA. Saturday October 8, 2022. Doors open at 5:00 PM with dinner served at 6:00 PM. The Murder Mystery will be performed by Mystery’s Most Wanted, who has been performing murder mysteries in the Pittsburgh area for over 20 years and have been featured on WQED’S PITTSBURGH 360. The show performed will be “Star Trek.” Join the universe’s favorite crew for an adventure that will definitely be the final frontier for one crew member. Make plans to join us for good food and an evening of fun. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the church office Monday thru Friday from 8:00 AM until noon or by contacting the church office at 724-941-8910

OCTOBER 9

COMMUNITY PICNIC - Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church will be celebrating its 240th anniversary with a community picnic on Saturday, October 9, 2022 from 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm. Join us for free food, a musical concert (3-4 pm), and a look at Mingo Church's history through displays and photos. The festivities will be held rain or shine. The Church is located at 561 Mingo Church Rd in Finleyville as the intersection of Rt. 88 and Mingo Church Rd. For more information about this event and other activities happening at the church, please follow Mingo Church on Facebook - @MingoCreek PresbyterianChurch or on Instagram - @MingoChurch. All are welcome to the regular Sunday worship service at 9:30 am.

OCTOBER 11

SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUBMonthly meeting of the will be held Tuesday evening October 11, 2022 at 7:30 PM at the Bethel Park municipal building located at 5100 West Library Avenue in Bethel Park, Pa. All members and the general public are invited. This months program will be learning numismatics. 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.

OCTOBER 13

17TH ANNUAL CASINO NIGHT

- Annual ‘Casino Night’ fundraiser event will be held on October 13, 2022 from 6:00PM – 9:00PM at Bella Sera in Canonsburg. For a $25 donation, guests will receive appetizers, and ‘$5,000’ in gaming money. There will also be sports memorabilia, a silent auction and exciting grand prizes. Proceeds raised from this event will benefit Easter Seals. Have fun while contributing to this great cause. The event is sponsored by the Jim Dolanch Real Estate Team and Century 21 Frontier Realty. For more information, or to buy tickets, call Jeanne Broglie at 724-941-8680 ext.204.

OCTOBER 15

SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER - Monongahela First United Methodist Church. Saturday October 15, 2022 from 3:00-6:00PM. This is again, TAKEOUT ONLY. Cost is $12/dinner, children 10 and under are free with purchase of adult meal. Stop on in or call ahead to the church office at (724)-258-7054 to reserve your meal.

OCTOBER 15

MONESSEN FOUNDERS DINNER - Saturday, October 15, 2022, at Jozwiak Hall at the St. Vincent De Paul Society at 1701 Grand Blvd. in Monessen. Doors will open at 5:00pm and dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. Historical dress of the period is encouraged. Tickets are $30 and will benefit the historical society.

The event will feature a short program and guest speakers. Anyone is welcome to attend. For more information and for tickets, please contact the Greater Monessen Historical Society at 724-684-8460.

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OCTOBER 15

PET COSTUME CONTEST - The North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department has teamed up with Pet Supplies Plus in Belle Vernon to hold a Pet Costume Contest! The contest will take place on Saturday October 15th at 11:30AM at the NBV Fire Department Building at 535 Graham Street . The cost is a $10 donation with all of the proceeds going directly to the fire department. Bill Perry the Manager of Pet Supplies Plus was kind enough to supply the gift cards. The categories are ‘Scariest’, ‘Funniest’, and ‘Most Original’ - so start thinking now for a chance to win a gift certificate! For more information or to register your pet please contact Lynn Sokol at 724-929-2749.

OCTOBER 17

ROSTRAVER SPORTSMEN AND CONSERVATION ASSOCIATIONmonthly meeting on Monday October17, 2022 at 730 PM. All members are encouraged to attend. Applications are now being accepted for membership from both men and women. For more information call 724-984-6611. rostraversca.org. Located at 539 Cedar Creek Rd., in Belle Vernon, Pa.

OCTOBER 18

SOUTHWESTERN REGISTERED NURSES CLUB - Meeting at 9:30am October 18, 2022 at Hamilton Presbyterian Church, 4500 Hamilton Road in Bethel Park, Pa. Speaker is Emily Valdosta RDN, CSO, LDN,

Clinical Dietician at St. Clair Hospital. Her topic is "Nutrition Tips." All registered nurses are welcome.

OCTOBER 22 & 29

HOBGOBLIN HIKES - Mammoth and Northmoreland Parks. The only free events of their kind in our area, these haunted walks are sponsored by Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation. The Hobgoblin Hikes alternate between four regional parks every year; in 2022, Hobgoblin Hikes will be offered only at Mammoth Park on Saturday, October 22, and at Northmoreland Park on Saturday, October 29. Hikes run continuously from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. rain or shine, and will only be cancelled due to dangerous and severe weather.

Recommended for ages eight and over, the Hobgoblin Hikes are halfmile guided outdoor walks through the haunted woods of the park. Visitors can expect to be led through tunnels and cemeteries, and past more than 100 zombies, ghosts, and monsters. No two Hobgoblin Hikes are exactly the same and each park has unique haunted scenes. The Hobgoblin Hikes are a safe family alternative to conventional trick-ortreating. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children. Monetary donations are greatly appreciated! Mammoth Park is located in Mt. Pleasant Township, accessible via Greensburg-Mt. Pleasant Road and Routes 981 and 982. Northmoreland Park is located in Allegheny Township, accessible via Route 356

from Routes 66 and 56. For more info, please call Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation at (724) 830-3950 or visit our website at www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks.

OCTOBER 22

FALL CRAFT SHOW - North Belle Vernon Fireman’s Social Hall on Broad Avenue. 9 am-2 pm. For more information please contact Lynn Sokol at 724-929-2749.

OCTOBER 23

BINGO - The Donora Public Library will sponsor its first-ever BINGO Sunday, October 23, 2022. The doors will open at noon, bingo will start at 1:00. Entry fee is is $15.00 and benefits the library. Raffles, door prizes and food will be available for sale. The Donora Public Library is located at 510 Meldon Ave.

OCTOBER 23

SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAIS-

ER - Ascension of Our Lord Byzan tine Catholic Church in Clairton is holding Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser to help with the cost of roofing repairs. The dinner is on October 23, 2022 from 12 noon to 4:00 pm at Ascension Hall, 318 Park Avenue, Clairton, PA. Dinner includes spaghetti with homemade sauce, meat balls, salad, rolls, coffee, tea, lemonade. $12.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 10 and under. Homemade baked goods and pop available to purchase. Eat in or take out. To preorder take outs call Julie at 412-3342199 or Trish at 412-233-7814.

OCTOBER 26

WITCHES OF PENNSYLVANIAThe West Jefferson Hills Historical Society and the Jefferson Hills Library invite society and community members to attend its delightfully spooky free fall program "Witches of Pennsylvania: Occult History and Lore” on Wednesday, October 26, at 7:00 P.M. This program will take place in the Community Rooms of the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building. Folklorist Thomas White is sure to entertain as he discusses the

beliefs in magic English and German settlers brought with them from the Old World to Pennsylvania. Also to be discussed are specific cases of area women accused of witchcraft and the consequences those women experienced. Refreshments will be served.

OCTOBER 26

MONONGAHELA HALLOWEEN

PARADE - The annual MACC Halloween Parade is scheduled for Wednesday, October 26. The parade will begin at 6:30PM and proceed from Chess Park to the Aquatorium along Main Street. Community groups and individuals are encouraged to participate in the parade, and are welcome to congregate at Chess Park starting at 6PM. There will be judging for costumes and floats with prizes.

OCTOBER 28

DANCING FOR A CAUSE - Stars will be out when local community celebrities, hometown heroes and concerned citizens gather to raise funds for Watchful Shepherd to help fight child abuse at ‘Dancing for a Cause’ on Friday, October 28 at Valley Brook Country Club. Doors open at 6:00PM, dinner served from 6:30 – 7:30PM, with dance competition beginning at 7:30PM. Dancing will feature community celebrities teaming up with professional dance instructors from Arthur Murray Dance Studio. ‘Dancing for a Cause’ has the pizzazz of a floor show with the heart of a charity and all the necessary ingredients for a successful fundraiser. It will be an evening full of fun! Purchase tickets or become a sponsor online by simply visiting www.watchful.org and clicking on the Dancing For A Cause link.

OCTOBER 30

TRUNK OR TREAT - Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church. (rain or shine). Sunday, October 30 from 6:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.

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“Eat Pasta, Make a Difference” Rotary Club of Bethel Park Annual Spaghetti Dinner

Peters Creek Historical Society Guest Speaker to Discuss Area Farms and Barns

Peters Creek Historical Society welcomes Mr.Terry Necciai, architect, historic preservation consultant and executive director of the Monongahela Main Street Pro gram as their guest speaker, Monday, October 24. The program will be held at 7:30 PM at Wrights United Methodist Church, 788 Venetia Road in Venetia.

His program centers on rural landscape history of Pennsylvania farm land and barns and sure to intrigue interest in the farms and barns in our midst. The public is welcome!

The society is hosting a Tea Party Brunch at 11:00am on Saturday, November 5, at the Enoch Wright House, 815 Venetia Road in Venetia. Doors open at 10:30 am. Seating is limited. Cost is $25 per person. Call for reservations by November 3 (leave message) at 724-348-6406.

Advance Order Apple Dumpling Sale at Bethesda United Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth

Mark your calendar now to attend the annual Rotary Club of Bethel Park Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, October 8, 2022. Eat-In dinners are available from 1:00pm to 6:00pm and Drive-Thru from 12:00pm to 6:00pm at the Bethel Park Community Center, located at 5151 Park Ave. in Bethel Park. Food provided by PASTA TOO and other area businesses.

Proceeds from this dinner will go to “Life Changing Service Dogs,” a local organization that will provide a Pittsburgh campus to train service dogs in memory of Bonnie Pierce. Military veterans need our help! Many endure ongoing struggles that negatively impact their lives, families and vocations. Service dogs provide extraordinary help.

Tickets can be purchased by calling 412-855-4633 or at the door. Full meal tickets for spaghetti, salad, rolls, drink and dessert are $12 for adults, $5 for children 4-10 years, and free for 3 years and under.

Businesses can order meals for their employees (10 minimum) to be delivered between 12:00 noon and 1:30 PM. Call 412-831-9424 to order business deliveries.

A Chinese Auction and a 50/50 raffle will be held during the dinner. So come EAT PASTA and MAKE A DIFFERENCE. For more information call 412-855-4633.

Bethesda United Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth Boro, is holding their Advance Order Apple Dumpling Sale. The apple dumplings are $4.50 each and may be picked up on Saturday, October 29 from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m. at the Church.

Orders must be received by Sunday, October 23. The apple dumplings may be ordered “baked” or “unbaked.” “Un baked” apple dumplings will be frozen. Please call 412-334-4078 to order. If you get a voicemail message, please leave your name, phone number, type of apple dumplings requested, and quantity. You will receive a return phone call confirming your order.

You may also drop your order off at the Church (white mailbox on porch if no answer) or mail your order to the Church. You may pay in advance (check payable to Bethesda Board of Deacons) or pay on pick-up. Bethesda United Presbyterian Church is located at 314 Third Street, in Elizabeth Boro( at the bottom of the Rt. 51 North off-ramp and across from Dollar General).

Jack Wagner and Tom Anderson, representatives for the service dog project, pictured with Craig Hodgkins (center), a veteran, with his service dog, ‘Foxy’

Robert Wylie,1888 Octagonal Barn originally located on Rt. 19 in South Strabane, Washington County, PA.

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser to Help Local Man

A spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser will be held for local resident Aaron Baldwin on Saturday, October 8 from 3:00PM – 8:00PM. The dinner will take place at River Hill Church, located at 2105 River Hill Road, Forward Township – Monongahela.

Aaron suffered a heart attack over a month ago, and has since gone into cardiac arrest and had to be revived four times. He also suffered a traumatic brain injury a few years ago and is unable to work. Friends and family are holding this fundraiser to assist with his growing medical bills. Cost for the dinner is just $10 adults (PreSale), or $12 adults at the door. $5 for kids. Dinner includes spaghetti, salad, bread, drink and dessert. Takeout available. Door prizes, Chinese auction, 50/50 raffle. Tickets can be purchased by contacting Alexis at 412-614-0189. Advanced ticket purchases will receive an extra door prize entry ticket.

Antique Bottle Show and Sale

in Elizabeth

The Pittsburgh Antique Bottle Club will be holding their ‘Annual Show and Sale’ on Sunday, November 13, 2022 from 9:00AM –2:00PM. General admission is just $1. (Early admission from 7:00AM –9:00AM is available for $25). The show will be held at the Elizabeth VFD Event Center, located at 107 Market Street, in Elizabeth.

Attendees will find antique bottles, stoneware, tins, pottery, advertising, ephemera, table-top antiques, and more. There will also be appraisals, and a Pittsburgh Antique Bottle Club display. For more information, contact Bob DeCroo at 724-326-8741 or Jay Hawkins at 724-872-6013. You can also visit their website at PittsburghAntiqueBottleClub.org.

Washington Health System

Hosts Angel Dash Event Helps Recognize Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month

Washington Health System is proud to host a satellite location of the 2022 Angel Dash. The Angel Dash is a national memorial walk/run in recognition of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. It will be held on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 2:00pm at the Lions Club Pavilion in Washington Park located at 283 Dunn Avenue in Washington, PA.

This is a community event in which families are encouraged to attend. There will be light refreshments provided. You can sign up to attend in person or virtually by going to angeldash.org to register. Every one that registers will receive an event t-shirt and there will be a special memorial moment at the conclusion for families who have experienced a pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or infant loss.

The proceeds benefit Rachel’s Gift, an organization Washington Health System partners with to provide free education to hospital staff and bereavement resources for families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss in our community. This collaboration allows staff to have access to various resources and tangible items to gently guide patients and families through their time of crisis. Families served also receive supportive follow up care, support group access, and connections with local, regional, and national resources.

To register, visit the website: https://www.angeldash.org/events-washingtonpa.html

ABOUT RACHEL’S GIFT

Rachel’s Gift, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2008. Funding is provided by community events, grants, hospital support, and generous donations from the communities served. To learn more, visit rachelsgift.org and connect with us on social media

19th Annual Penn Highlands Mon Valley ‘Lois Orange Ducoeur Breast Cancer Walk’

The Penn Highlands Mon Valley Lois Orange Ducoeur Breast Cancer Walk is a Valley favorite that women, men, children and even pets turn out for every year — rain or shine. The 2022 event, which is scheduled for Saturday, October 8, at 10:00 AM, promises to be bigger and better than ever.

The Walk has moved to the Center for Fitness and Health in the Penn Highlands Mon Valley HealthPlex, on Route 51, in Rostraver Township. Participants and guests can complete the Walk in the safety of a marked course free from motor vehicle traffic. In addition, the new site provides ample space to accommodate the walkers and those attending for the festivities.

"Practically everyone knows someone whose life has been touched by breast cancer," said Natalie Furgiuele, MD, a breast surgeon with Penn Highlands Mon Valley. "Our annual Walk makes a statement that our community is united to fight this disease. It shows that we all have the ability to care for and support those battling breast cancer."

Walkers are asked to make a minimum donation of $20 each to participate. Often, participants collect donations from family, friends and neighbors who cannot participate. Registration for the Walk is available prior to the event at www.phhealthcare.org/ducoeurwalk or the day of the event beginning at 9:00AM.

As in the past, the Walk will have an atmosphere of excitement and hope. Musical entertainment, motivational remarks from Dr. Furgiuele, vendors and refreshments will be part of the festivities. A highlight will be the special recognition for breast cancer survivors at the start of the event.

This year’s proceeds will benefit the Hahne Cancer Center at Penn Highlands Mon Valley, with the purchase of a clip marker system, for mammography biopsies. This system will improve the quality and accuracy of diagnostics and therapy for patients. Proceeds will also help to purchase an interface upgrade, to the Center’s vital sign machines. The upgrade will automatically add the patient’s vital signs to their electronic health record; thus providing the healthcare professional more face-toface time with the patient.

For more information, please contact 724-258-1657 or email kdquinn@phhealthcare.org.

40th Annual Carpatho-Rusyn Celebration Set For Oct. 30

The 40th Annual Carpatho-Rusyn Celebration will take place on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church Social Hall, 201 East Main Street, Uniontown, PA. Hours are from 12:00 Noon – 5:00 PM.

After a one-year hiatus (2020 due to COVID) and a modified take-out festival (2021) The 40th Annual Carpatho-Rusyn Celebration has been revived. The day will feature the heritage of the Carpatho-Rusyns who come from the very heart of Europe, along the northern and southern slopes of the Carpathian Mountains. Their homeland, known as “Carpathian-Rus”, is situated at the crossroads where the borders of Slovakia, Ukraine, and Poland meet. Aside from these countries, there are smaller groups of Rusyns in Romania, Hungary, Serbia, and the Czech Republic. In no country do the Carpatho-Rusyns have an administratively distinct territory.

It is immigrants from the Carpathian-Rus’, who came to the United States in the early 1900’s, settled in this area, worked in the mills and mines, and started several churches, one being St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church. The Carpatho-Rusyns, though a Slavic group, have distinct differences

in language, customs, music, dance, folk crafts, and foods. These immigrants brought their traditions with them and maintained them, particularly those in their church life, which was of utmost importance to them.

The day will highlight various aspects of Carpatho-Rusyn culture. Mouth-watering foods such as pirohi, holubki, halushki, kolbasi and sauerkraut, soup, and more. There will also be a variety of baked goods including kolachi (apricot, nut, poppyseed, and cottage cheese rolls), pagach, breads, cookies, candy, and much, much more.

The Carpatho-Rusyn Celebration will be a blending of spiritual and cultural traditions of the Rusyn people.

A Divine Liturgy Saturday, October 29 at 5:30 p.m. will include a blessing for the event and festival workers.

There will be a Divine Liturgy on Sunday, October 30 at 10:30 a.m. which will have some parts in the Church Slavonic language.

There will be on-going entertainment which includes music, singing, demonstrations, videos, displays and presentations. A folk musical group, “Rusynsky Betjare” will perform folk, chardash, and polka music from 12:30 and throughout the afternoon.

Information on various topics such as Carpatho-Rusyn family customs

(both secular and religious), genealogy and tracing cultural roots, and recent trips to the Carpathian homeland will be available. At 2:00 PM, a speaker will discuss some cultural topics regarding Rusyns. Of particular interest is the War in Ukraine, which has affected the lives of many Rusyns who reside there. The current pastor, Father Vasyl Symyon of St. John Church, is originally from Ukraine. There will be information presented about Carpatho-Rusyn culture and customs, and iconography. Program is subject to change.

Once again there will be the funfilled children’s activities area where children can experience the Rusyn culture through hands-on making folk craft projects such as decorated eggs, bookmarks, decorating cookies, coloring sheets, and more. There will also be demonstrations of pysanky (egg decorating), folk embroidery, bobbin lace making, and woodburning, which are traditional folk crafts of the Carpatho-Rusyns as well as iconography. A display will include costumes, striking photographs and paintings of Rusyn folk life, crafts, religious artifacts, models of historic Rusyn wooden churches, and artifacts of the Carpatho-Rusyn heritage. During a church tour, visitors may view the 3-tier icon screen, many

Dance Party at The Mon Valley YMCA

Come out and dance at the Mon Valley YMCA, on Fri. Oct. 21, from 6:00PM-10:00PM. For just $10, pay at the door, includes pizza party, snacks, door prizes, dance lesson, and dance exhibitions on a huge 6,600 square foot wooden floor. Singles, couples, teenagers (no partner required), dancers or new to dancing all welcome.

Brian Lee, DJ/Pro-Dance instructor will give a Swing/Jitterbug dance lesson plus a lesson on the Monster Mash Line Dance. He will play the Best Oldies to Jitterbug/Swing dance, Salsa, Cha Cha, Polka, Line dances and more. Come and socialize and have fun. You are welcome to bring a snack to share.

For questions or additional info, contact: 724-483-8077; www.monvalleyymca.org or Wellness Director, Liz Sprowls: sprowlse@monvalleyymca.org

icons, and the outdoor shrine at St. John’s Church.

Tables of crafts for sale will include contemporary crafts as well as traditional Carpatho-Rusyn folk crafts. The contemporary crafts include secular and religious items, fall decorations, Christmas items, and much more. The folk crafts of the Rusyns include pysanky (decorated eggs), embroideries such as those used to cover Easter baskets to be blessed, wood burned icons and icon ornaments, and other articles. Many raffles include baskets, folk art and craft items including Christmas, and much more. The Carpathian Cookery Cookbook of St. John’s parish in its 19th printing will be once again available having sold over 19,000 copies.

The day will be one full of culture, life, and music for family entertainment. There is no admission charge. Handicapped accessible. The pastor is Father Vasyl Symyon. For information call 724-438-1382, M-F 9AM3PM (leave message).

Elizabeth Veterans Receive Grant and New Shed from Home Depot

by Alice Harris

The Alonzo Weigel American Legion Post 553 and the KastanUveger VFW Post 7632 were the recipients of a TUFF Grant from Home Depot to purchase a new shed for the storage of items used in the Memorial Day Parade and Cemetery decorating.

Member Chuck Debellis found out about the grant and approached James Barrow who manages the Uniontown Home Depot store and was issued over $5,500 in coupons to purchase a new shed. The Veterans Post is located at 502 Oxford Ave. in the Blaine Hill Section of Elizabeth Borough.

Home Depot employees and also Home Depot managers attending a regional meeting in Cranberry came out to help tear down the old shed and build and paint the new one. They also helped cut down trees, clean up brush, landscape the yard, and installed a solar light for better safety. (Photo Credits: Rick Elster)

Bingo Fundraiser at Donora Public Library

The Donora Public Library will sponsor its first-ever BINGO on Sunday, October 23. The doors will open at 12:00 noon, and Bingo will start at 1:00. Entry fee is $15 and benefits the library. Raffles, door prizes and food will be available for sale. The Donora Public Library is located at 510 Meldon Avenue in Donora.

South Park Women's Club Craft Show – October 8

The South Park Women’s Club (SPWC) has a lot of good things on tap for their 28th craft show event. The SPWC craft show will be held Sat. October 8 from 10:00AM – 3:00 PM in the Broughton Fire Hall, located at 1030 Cochrans Mill Rd. in South Park Township. 60 Crafters will be available, and guests will enjoy a Chance Auction, Bake Sale, Raffles, Refreshments. Plenty of parking at fire hall and Nativity Church parking lots on Brownsville Rd. Shuttle ride from Nativity is available for crafters and customers. Come, have fun checking out all craft tables, have lunch and or bring dinner home with you along with some delicious bake goods. Get a jump on your Xmas shopping.

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser in Clairton on October 23

Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church in Clairton is holding a Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser on October 23, 2022 from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm at Ascension Hall, 318 Park Avenue, in Clairton. Dinner includes spaghetti with homemade sauce, meat balls, salad, rolls, coffee, tea, lemonade. Homemade baked goods and pop will be available to purchase. Cost is $12 for adults and $5 for children 10 and under. Proceed raised will help with the cost of roofing repairs. The dinner is for eat in or take out. To pre-order takeouts call Julie at 412-334-2199 or Trish at 412-233-7814.

Volunteers erecting the shed walls.

Rick Elster (in blue at right) shown with some Home Depot employees and management who helped with the project.

The newly landscaped Memorial and walk.

Landscaping the Memorial.

The finished shed.

Pet Costume Contest in North Belle Vernon October 15

The North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department has teamed up with Pet Supplies Plus in Belle Vernon to hold a Pet Costume Contest! The contest will take place on Saturday October 15th at 11:30AM at the NBV Fire Department Building at 535 Graham Street . The cost is a $10 donation with all of the proceeds going directly to the fire department. Bill Perry the Manager of Pet Supplies Plus was kind enough to supply the gift cards and says they like to be involved in the community whenever they can. The categories are ‘Scariest’, ‘Funniest’, and ‘Most Original’ - so start thinking now for a chance to win a gift certificate! For more information or to register your pet please contact Lynn Sokol at 724-929-2749.

ROSTRAVER WOMAN'S CLUB NEWS

The Rostraver Woman's Club's first meeting of the new administration was held on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at Fells Methodist Church in Rostraver. The hostesses prepared a wonderful picnic for members including fried chicken, potato salad, fruit salad, pies, cookies & beverages & snacks. Club President, Lee Gilmore, discussed fundraisers, federation information & programs for the upcoming year. One of the federation objectives is to "value" our members. As a way to value one of our members, a "SURPRISE" baby shower was given to a member who will be a first-time grandma in October. Another member valued was injured last month and money was collected from members and donated the leftovers from the picnic.

The next meeting of the Rostraver Woman’s Club is Wednesday, October 5 at 7:00 pm at Fells United Methodist Church, 1268 Fells Church Road, Belle Vernon. Please come celebrate the season with the Rostraver Woman’s Club, it is our annual cookoff and guest night. If you want to harvest some friends for a night of fun, join our members as we enjoy the tastes of autumn and crown one of our members as the new reining 2022 ‘Pumpkin Queen’.

Please RSVP to Lee Gilmore 724-684-4666, we hope you can join us to learn about our group of amazing women and learn how you can make a difference too. Membership is open to all women in the Mon Valley. Remember to like us on Facebook at Rostraver Woman’s Club.

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Fall Program ‘Witches of Pennsylvania’ to be Held in Jefferson Hills

The West Jefferson Hills Historical Society and the Jefferson Hills Library invite society and community members to attend its delightfully spooky free fall program "Witches of Pennsylvania: Occult History and Lore” on Wednesday, October 26, at 7:00 P.M. This program will take place in the Community Rooms of the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building. Folklorist Thomas White is sure to entertain as he discusses the beliefs in magic English and German settlers brought with them from the Old World to Pennsylvania. Also to be discussed are specific cases of area women accused of witchcraft and the consequences those women experienced. Refreshments will be served.

‘Trunk-N-Treat’ Event at Crossroads Ministries in Finleyville

Crossroads Ministries in Finleyville will be holding a ‘Trunk-N-Treat’ event on Wednesday, Oct. 26. ‘Trunk-N-Treat’ is a fun night for the entire family. The fun is held on our back field at Crossroads Ministries. The kind people of Crossroads dress up, decorate their cars and hand kids candy out of the trunks of their cars. You and your family are invited to dress up and join the fun. All children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is free, but space is limited. You must register for this event so we can properly plan for you! There are THREE(3) different slots available to register: 6:30-7:00pm, 7:00-7:30pm, and 7:30-8:00pm.****Pick which time slot you will attend when you get your tickets!

For more information, or to register for this free event, please visit our website at www.crsmin.com or call 724-348-1620. Crossroads Ministries is located at 81 Walter Long Rd, Finleyville, one mile south of Trax Farms, overlooking Route 88.

Take-Out Only Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

Monongahela FUMC is having its next Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on Saturday, October 15, from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. This is again, TAKEOUT ONLY. Cost is $12/dinner, children 10 and under are free with purchase of adult meal. Stop in or call ahead to the church office at 724-258-7054 to reserve your meal.

Salute To Veterans Day Lunch In Bethel Park Goal is to Sponsor A Service Dog

The Bethel Park Chamber and the Municipality of Bethel Park will be hosting a Salute to Veteran’s Day Lunch on November 11, 2022. The lunch will be held at the Bethel Park Community Center on Park Avenue in Bethel Park at 12:00 PM. A FREE lunch for all veterans. Guests will be $20.

The goal of the Chamber is to sponsor a service dog for a veteran. Anyone wishing to help and would like to be a sponsor, please contact 412-719-6761. The sponsorships range will be from $150-$500. Any donation is appreciated to help meet this goal. You can go to www.bpchamber.org website to donate and/or to attend the event.

We are also asking any veteran owned businesses to display their products at the event. Those who gave their lives and efforts to keeping America free have earned this day. For questions or more details, please call 412-595-8361.

Annual Monongahela Halloween Parade Slated for October 26

The annual MACC Halloween Parade is scheduled for Wednesday, October 26th. The parade will begin at 6:30PM and proceed from Chess Park to the Aquatorium along Main Street. Community groups and individuals are encouraged to participate in the parade, and are welcome to congregate at Chess Park starting at 6PM. There will be judging for costumes and floats with prizes.

As a nonprofit organization the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce organizes the Halloween Parade for the community to enjoy. If you are interested in participating in the parade, donating to help cover costs of the celebration, or would like information regarding sponsorship opportunities please contact MACC Executive Director, LJ Kahl, at lj@monongahelaareachamber.org.

Vendor & Craft Show in Belle Vernon

A Fall Vender & Craft Show will be held at Rehoboth Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 8 from 9:30AM – 2:00PM. There will also be a Bake Sale, lunch items for sale, a basket raffle and great fellowship. This event will be held inside and outside with over 30 crafters. All proceeds benefit the Deacons for our many community projects. For more information, contact Carolyn Clark via e-mail at carolynclark52@yahoo.com. Rehoboth Presbyterian Church is located at 442 Rehoboth Road, in Belle Vernon.

‘Murder Mystery Dinner’ Event at Thomas Presbyterian Church

Thomas Presbyterian Church, of 1068 Linden Road in Eighty Four, PA, will hold a ‘Murder Mystery Dinner’ on Saturday October 8, 2022. Doors open at 5:00 PM with dinner served at 6:00 PM. The Murder Mystery will be performed by Mystery’s Most Wanted, who has been performing murder mysteries in the Pittsburgh area for over 20 years and have been featured on WQED’S PITTSBURGH 360.

The show performed will be “Star Trek.” Join the universe’s favorite crew for an adventure that will definitely be the final frontier for one crew member.

Make plans to join us for good food and an evening of fun. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the church office Monday thru Friday from 8:00 AM until 12 noon or by contacting the church office at 724-941-8910.

Scarecrow Decorating Contest in Monongahela

Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) Board Member, and local business owner, Heidi Hoffman (Sweets by Mrs. C) is planning a scarecrow decorating contest for the community. MACC is excited to help promote local businesses, organizations, school classes & groups, and fall loving citizens in a unique (and mildly competitive) fall celebration!

The contest runs from October 1 - 15. Winners will be announced on Saturday, Oct. 15 with a celebration and special Fall Harvest edition of the Monongahela Farmers' Market in Chess Park, from 11am - 3pm.

Entrants are encouraged to be creative and show off their talent's for all the community and visitor's to the Monongahela Area to enjoy! The event is free to participate in. Online registration and more information can be found at tinyurl.com/MACC-Scarecrow-Contest.

Fall Art Show at the Galleria Mall

The Galleria Mall is hosting a Fall Art Show on Friday, October 7 through Sunday, October 16. The show is located throughout the first floor of the Galleria Mall in Mt. Lebanon, 1500 Washington Rd, Mt Lebanon. Show hours are Monday through Saturdays, 10 AM to 7 PM and Sundays, 12 noon to 5 PM. Several art leagues including South Arts Pittsburgh, Whitehall, McMurray Art League, Bethel Park Art League, Primary Colors, and Photo Section will be participating. Please check out a variety of original artwork and photography by local artists. Artwork and photos are framed and ready to hang in your home or give as a thoughtful holiday gift. Cards and matted prints also available. Cash, checks or credit cards accepted. Your support of local artists is greatly appreciated. Please direct any questions to Bob Hayes at 412-496-4236 or NIKF4@aol.com.

17th Annual Casino Night to Benefit Easter Seals

The 17th Annual ‘Casino Night’ fundraiser event will be held on October 13, 2022 from 6:00PM – 9:00PM at Bella Sera in Canonsburg. For a $25 donation, guests will receive appetizers, and ‘$5,000’ in gaming money. There will also be sports memorabilia, a silent auction and exciting grand prizes. Proceeds raised from this event will benefit Easter Seals. Have fun while contributing to this great cause. The event is sponsored by the Jim Dolanch Real Estate Team and Century 21 Frontier Realty. For more information, or to buy tickets, call Jeanne Broglie at 724-941-8680 ext.204.

Monessen Founders Dinner Will Kick-Off 125th Celebrations

The Greater Monessen Historical Society will bring back its annual dinner from hiatus to kick-off celebrations for the 125th Anniversary of the founding of Monessen, in 2023.

The Monessen Founders’ Dinner will be held on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at Jozwiak Hall at the St. Vincent De Paul Society at 1701 Grand Blvd. in Monessen. Doors will open at 5:00pm and dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. Historical dress of the period is encouraged. Tickets are $30 and will benefit the historical society.

The event will feature a short program and guest speakers. Anyone is welcome to attend. For more information and for tickets, please contact the Greater Monessen Historical Society at 724-684-8460.

South Park Library ‘Friends’ to Hold Fall Book Sale

The Friends of South Park Township Library will be holding their Fall Book Sale on Thursday evening, October 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday, October 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Then, on Saturday, October 8, the ever-popular “$5 a Bag Day” will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., where Friends provide the bag for you to fill with anything you find at the sale.

This popular event will take place at the South Park Township Community Center, 2575 Brownsville Road, across from Bavarian Village.

A large variety of books will be awaiting you on many topics: (hardback, paperback, fiction, non-fiction, children, adult, school, educational, coffee table and large print books), also, old records, albums, books on tape, audio music tapes, CD’s, DVD’s, video tapes, video games, Blue Ray, audio/video material, computer and electronic games and programs, games, puzzles, toys and stuffed animals.

This sale is a great time to collect your Fall and Winter reading and if not a member of Friends, is a great time to join or renew your membership. All proceeds benefit the South Park Township Library.

For further information on Friends please visit web site at: www.southparklibrary.org/spfriends.htm.

Apple Pie Sale at First Presbyterian in Rostraver Township

The First Presbyterian Church of Rostraver Twp. located at 501 Fayette Ave in Belle Vernon, will hold their annual Apple Pie Sale on Saturday October 15 at 9:00 AM. Orders must be received by Monday October 10. Small 5 inch pies are $6 each and large 8 inch pies are $12. To place orders call 724-9297616.

‘Dancing for a Cause’ Event in McMurray, Oct. 28 Help Fight Child Abuse

Stars will be out when local community celebrities, hometown heroes and concerned citizens gather to raise funds for Watchful Shepherd to help fight child abuse at ‘Dancing for a Cause’ on Friday, October 28 at Valley Brook Country Club. Doors open at 6:00PM, dinner served from 6:30 – 7:30PM, with dance competition beginning at 7:30PM. Dancing will feature community celebrities teaming up with professional dance instructors from Arthur Murray Dance Studio. ‘Dancing for a Cause’ has the pizzazz of a floor show with the heart of a charity and all the necessary ingredients for a successful fundraiser. It will be an evening full of fun!

Community celebrities who will be competing are:

• Jennifer DiLucia, Owner/Founder of Spill

• Lynn Doehring, President of Bridge Insurance

• Rocco Cozza, Founding Attorney/Cozza Law Group PLLC

• James Wilding, President and Wealth Manager of Confluence Financial Partners

• Amy Petro, Operations Manager/PT Chamber of Commerce

• Dr. Tyler Bordick, CoFounder of Inner Strength

• Mandi Pryor,Executive Director of Southwest Regional Chamber of Commerce

• Jesus Paez, Account Executive at The Washington Wild Things

Purchase tickets or become a sponsor online by simply visiting the website www.watchful.org and clicking on the Dancing For A Cause link.

SOUTH PARK WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING SET FOR OCTOBER 17

Another fun evening is in store for SPWC membership and their guests on October 17 at 7:00 PM. Meeting will be held, as usual, in South Park Township Community Center, where there is plenty of parking.

At this meeting, Becky Tallon, a member of SPWC, will be showing everyone how to make special envelopes to send with special stationery. Whether crafty or not, it'll be exciting to see what you can accomplish that night. Supplies provided for all. Along with the regular business meeting, crafty portion of evening, there is always the great goodies provided by members.

Women from surrounding communities are welcome to join the SPWC that evening or at any time. Bring a friend, neighbor, relative with you.

Local People News

Port Vue Youth Selected for Anniversary Art Show

By Charlotte Hopkins

Abby Anderson, of Port Vue, was selected to have her artwork on display at the Community Care Behavioral Health’s 25th Anniversary Art Show. This is a two-day event that started on September 16th as a virtual art show based in Reading, Pennsylvania, and a live art show held on the 17th in Sharpsburg. The Community Care Behavioral Health Art Show is held annually to raise money for the Pittsburgh-based organization that provides behavioral health services throughout Pennsylvania.

Anderson’s mother, Krissy Anderson, received a flier in the mail that detailed how the organization was holding a contest to select artwork for their fundraising event. That was when 8-year-old, Abby, who has a talent for drawing and painting, entered a piece that she titled, “Forest Day.” Her artwork is a symbol of autumn, her favorite season. She explained that she first drew the design on acrylic paper and then painted it with watercolors.

At the art show, there were two aspects that stood out to Abby’s mother. Of all the participants with artwork on display, Abby was only one of two children who were chosen. The remaining participants were adults, as children are not often chosen to participate in the event. Also, several of those in attendance pointed out Abby’s painting and expressed how they plan to use her style as inspiration for their next piece.

Abby stated that she plans to enter her artwork again in next year’s show. While she waits to hear if she is once again selected, she will continue to work on her art and grow her skills.

Alice Lyon of Whitehall Turns 98

Mrs. Alice Elizabeth (Massung) Lyon of Whitehall, celebrated her 98th birthday with family on September 13, 2022. Alice was born and raised in Castle Shannon and was one of seven children. Her father was the first Constable in Allegheny Country, and at one time the family lived in South Park across from the Fairgrounds when the roads were all dirt, and nothing was in sight. Alice has many fond memories of her childhood, and meeting her husband, John and traveling throughout the United States. She has been blessed with 4 children, Linda (Bob) of South Park, Darryl (Eileen) of Hatboro, PA., Mark of Whitehall, and John (Kathy) of Hatboro, PA., 8 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and 5 great, great grandchildren.

Alice Lyon

Abby Anderson used an autumn theme for her painting, titled, Forest Day, which was entered into the Community Care Behavioral Health’s 25th Anniversary Art Show.

Local Worship

Calvary Bible Church Ladies Fall Conference

Calvary Bible Church in North Charleroi, is having their Ladies Fall Conference after a two-year hiatus, on Saturday, October22, from 9:00 AM to 2:15 PM. The speaker for the day, Gayle Stahlman, from Washington, PA will be speaking on “Side Road,Travel Bags and Troubling Times – Where Sorrow and Joy Journey Together”.

At the age of 16, Gayle committed her future to serving the Lord wherever He would lead. This turned out to be serving asa missionary with Child Evangelism Outreach in Washington County, along with her husband, John. After almost 40 years theycontinue to be involved in this wonderful ministry. Gayle also teaches a ladies Sunday School class and is involved in Women’sministry at her church. Some of her favorite teaching opportunities include teaching children, teaching and mentoring other women, and writing Bible curriculum. She also started a Facebook Bible Study in February of 2020, pre-pandemic, that continues to grow and have many followers – even from around the world.

The cost for the conference is $20, which includes conference materials, coffee and donuts at 9:00 AM and a hot catered lunch. Dress casual and come expecting a blessing from the Lord! Pre-register by calling the church office. Walk-ins are also welcome. Calvary Bible Church is located at 990 4th St. Ext., North Charleroi. For more information, to pre-register or for directions call the Calvary Bible Church office at 724-243-7684.

Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church to Host

Community Picnic on October 9

Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church will be celebrating its 240th anniversary with a community picnic on Saturday, October 9, from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Join us for free food, a musical concert (3-4 pm), and a look at Mingo Church's history through displays and photos.

The Church is on the National Registry for Historic Places. Settlers gathered near the site of the present day Church as early as 1774. The original Meeting House was built in 1788 on the hillside where the manse (house) stands beside the church today. The current Sanctuary was built in 1831. The curved walls were added in 1903. The church has hosted many speakers over the years, including former President Harry S. Truman.

The festivities will be held rain or shine. The Church is located at 561 Mingo Church Rd in Finleyville at the intersection of Rt. 88 and Mingo Church Rd. For more information about this event and other activities happening at the church, please follow Mingo Church on Facebook - @MingoCreekPresbyterianChurch or on Instagram - @MingoChurch. All are welcome to the regular Sunday worship service at 9:30 am.

Gayle Stahlman

WORSHIP

Whitehall Church Of Christ Plans Gospel Meeting To Commemorate 60th Anniversary of ‘Operation Pittsburgh’

By Matthew Peaslee

Efforts from yesteryear are being honored in the present day, thanks to the Whitehall Church of Christ. Members of the congregation will pay homage to its founders with a Gospel Meeting, scheduled for Nov. 15-17, at the church’s grounds located at 215 Streets Run Rd. in Whitehall.

In 1962, the Estella Street Church near Mt. Oliver was no longer sustainable. Members and elders of that church contacted the Oakland Church of Christ, now known as 5th and Beechwood Church of Christ. A meeting began and the churches worked together in an effort called ‘Operation Pittsburgh’ to not fold, but to grow stronger than ever.

The churches became stronger together and wanted to expand and “church plant” throughout the South Hills and beyond.

“They worshipped together, saved together and were able to establish a new congregation in the South Hills,” said Bob Marlow, a member of the outreach committee for the White hall Church of Christ.

The building in Whitehall would not be built until January of 1966, but this Gospel Meeting will commemorate the initial efforts of Operation Pittsburgh, which helped to grow the mission and keep the congregation alive and thriving.

“I though it was really cool because you don’t see that a lot today,” Marlow said, “where there is such cooperation between churches and agreements to put another church in the area. They sacrificed and really worked together to spread their message. I wanted to honor those efforts, with this being the 60th anniversary, by having a good, old-fashioned Gospel meeting.”

Marlow, a Michigan native, came to the Whitehall Church of Christ in

2001 as an intern, originally planning to spend 10 weeks here. Instead, he fell in love with his now-wife and established roots in the church and within the community. For the past 20 years, he has been involved with the church and recently took an interest in researching the grand history of his congregation.

“It’s all so fascinating,” said Marlow, who is also a church trustee.

Previous ministers and older members have been invited to the Gospel meeting to share their memories and stories. Marlow said several of the

originally planners of Operation Pitts burgh are still alive today.

“Inaugural members have been asked to share their stories and we want the community to come out,” Marlow said. “It’s a celebration of us being in our community, a homecoming of sorts. We want to reach out to other churches in the area in a cooperative fashion, like we saw back in 1962.”

Along with the Whitehall Church of Christ, Operation Pittsburgh established the Allegheny Valley Church of Christ in New Kensing ton, the Homewood Church of Christ in Pittsburgh, the Monroeville Church of Christ and the North Hills Church of Christ.

Jeffrey Dilinger is the current minister of the Whitehall Church of Christ, and has been since 1997. Other ministers include Paul Wilcox son, Tom Menges, Earl Santymire, Earl Jack Wilkerson, Jerris Bullard and Larry VanSteenberg, who served at the beginning of the new church building in January 1966. By the end of the first year, more than 150 members had joined the Whitehall Church of Christ and the numbers remain strong in 2022.

The Gospel Meeting will include historical displays, meet-and-greets, discussion, words of prayer and a musical praise group called ‘The Gift Shop’.

Most of the events will take place indoors, but the hope is to have an outdoor bonfire in the evening, keeping the worship songs going well into the night.

Business & Merchant News

‘Dis Or Dat’ Holds Ribbon Cutting in Monongahela

Washington Communities Human Services, Rebrands Organization to ‘Healing Bridges’

Washington Communities Human Services, a leading behavioral health service provider headquartered in Washington County, launched the rebrand of its organization to Healing Bridges on September 1, 2022. The Healing Bridges name, logo, and tagline “Your guide and connection to behavioral health services” were specifically crafted to reinforce the local charity’s role in supporting the well-being of the residents of Southwestern Pennsylvania.

The rebrand also aims to symbolize the connection to hope and prosperity for those who are on a journey to reach their personal developmental aspirations through counseling, medication management, and community travel health programs. Healing Bridges currently provides services to more than 1,500 clients, which includes children, teens, and adults, and it is working to expand its outreach into Allegheny County, solidifying its position as a regional leader in behavioral health.

A $250,000 grant awarded by the Washington County Community Foundation’s Community CARE Fund in 2021 has helped to support multiple facets of the rebranding campaign, including a new, user-friendly website set to launch at the beginning of the fall season as well. The WCCF grant also supported the implementation of two new staff positions at Healing Bridges: Chief Operating Officer and Marketing and Development Specialist.

Dis or Dat is what you need it to be! Buy or sell used sports equipment, and get a bargain or sell your goods. Dis or Dat began with mostly golf, hunting and fishing equipment, and are expanding beyond. With Fleatique around the corner anything goes. The kids sports shoes you bought for $60 new and grew out of quickly could be sold to someone who can use them instead of sitting in the basement. Fall cleaning is here, so bring your sports items to Dis Or Dat ASAP.

Please call 724-258-9125 for hours and more information, and be sure to check out the shop October 1st during the annual MACC Fall Fleatique on the Mon!

“We have been building momentum for some time, so we are thrilled to finally make our debut as Healing Bridges,” said Natalie Ross, Executive Director of Healing Bridges. “A great deal of planning and consideration went into this rebrand, and we are grateful for ongoing support from our board of directors, staff members, and the Washington County Community Foundation for their roles in the development of the campaign,”

Ross added, “For more than 50 years, we have been committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients in the greater Washington County area. And now, we are optimistic that the name Healing Bridges will serve to generate greater awareness and understanding among those needing our services as well as those who wish to support us in our mission. It is so exciting to consider all that the future holds for our organization.”

To learn more about Healing Bridges, please visit https://www.myhealingbridges.org/.

The MACC Board of Directors is excited to welcome ‘Dis Or Dat’ consignment and variety resale store to 443 West Main Street in Monongahela. The store is connected to Bartman Plumbing.

Pictured L to R) - Michelle DeHosse, Dr. Randy Rodriguez, Denise Iamurri-Bartman, Tim Bartman, Don Fraser, Cis Fraser, LJ Kahl

Monongahela Area ChamberMember of The Month MID MON VALLEY TRANSIT AUTHORITY

BUSINESS

The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate and thank Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority for being the September 2022 MACC Member of the Month.

The mission of The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) is to provide transit services for its member municipalities and help revitalize the Mid Mon Valley. MMVTA provides public transportation service to community riders through repetitive, fixed-schedule routes.

For local riders, exciting things are happening for the Mid Mon Valley Transportation Authority. The pandemic led to a loss of riders traveling to Pittsburgh, according to MMVTA Executive Director Ashley Seman, so now the MMVTA will change its focus to local services.

These local services include the installation of two new shelters in Belle Vernon borough and the city of Monessen. Seman said these two shelters were requested, and due to high traffic and a high frequency of riders getting on and off at these locations, the MMVTA found it beneficial to install them.

The MMVTA wants to make it easier for local riders to use the transportation services. It will also expand local service to Gabe’s Plaza, Speers Industrial Park and a deviated stop at Spartan Health Complex.

21October 2022 messengerpaper.com Discounts and special services can be available and provide opportunities for qualified MMVTA riders. MMVTA also provides service to riders through Paratransit, comparable transportation service required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), allowing transit to riders with disabilities who are unable to use fixed-route service.

Pictured: (front, L to R) Michelle DeHosse, Doreen Walters, Ashley Seman, Cis Fraser, Karen Langol, LJ Kahl. (back, L to R) Jeff Vitale, Dr. Randy Rodriguez, George Eckert, Rev. Raymond DiCamillo, Don Fraser, Erin Ansell

AFFINITO, Rosalie N. “Honey”, 85, of Monongahela, died August 24. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

BLACKSTOCK, Henry L. Jr., 65, of Charleroi, died September 2. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.

BLAHO, Linda Rose, 78, of Jefferson Hills, died August 26. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

BOLUJOKO, Dr. Eyitope, 39, of Pleasant Hills, died August 28. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

BONN, Michael R., 81, of Dunlevy, died August 30. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

BOYD, Betty J. (CAIN), 97, of Monongahela, died September 7. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

BRAGG, John G. “Jack”, 93, of West Mifflin, died September 6. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

CAIN, Betty Jean, 85, of Monongahela, died August 28. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

CALDERONE, Frederick W., 58, of Finleyville, died September 18. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home in South Park.

CARO, James Jeffrey, 81, of Whitehall, died September 3. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

COOPER, H. Gary, 90, of Fallowfield Township, died September 12. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

Recent Local Death Notices

COX, Darlene G. (PRITCH ARD), 75, of Monongahela, died September 11. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

DAGUE, Sylvia M. (NUZZACI), 77, of Monongahela, died September 12. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

DARBY, Roger M., 89, of Pleasant Hills, died September 16. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

DAUM, Joanne Marie (KVARTEK), 80, of Whitehall, died August 27. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township.

DIAZ, Laura Ruth (MIKSCH),93, of Carroll Township, died September 4. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

ESSEL, Danial A. “Dan”, 62, of South Park, died September 4. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township.

FRAGASSI, Mary Catherine (PRZYWARTY), 89, of Jefferson Hills, died September 19. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

GENCY, Burnell “Bud”, 90, of Fallowfield Township, died September 14. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe.

GIATO, James William, 35, of Charleroi, died September 6. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

GIUFFRE, Scott Joseph, 58, of South Park, died August 24. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

HANDSHUE, William Ed, 99, of Bethel Park, died September 9. Arrangements by Jefferson

Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

HARTSELL, Thomas P., 77, of Bethel Park, died August 31. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home in South Park.

HELEN, E. Wagner, 88, of Pittsburgh (formerly of Elizabeth), died September 9. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

JANOSKO, James Andrew “Jim”, 79, formerly of West Mifflin, died September 9. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

KECK, Joanne Mary, 86, formerly of Bethel Park, died August 24. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

LEHMAN, Ronald T., 72, of South Park, died August 28. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township.

McDOWELL, John Carney, 84, of Bethel Park, died August 28. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home in South Park.

MUGRAGE, Maria “Mia”, 65, of Charleroi, died August 28. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

MUNOZ, Michael Tomas, 56, of Jefferson Hills, died September 15. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

NAYLOR, Virginia M., 85, of Bethel Park, died August 23. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

NICHOLSON, Mercedes M. “Arky”, 91, of West Mifflin, died September 4. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

PACK, Christopher S., 59, of Bethel Park, died August 29. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home in South Park.

PIRT, Kathryn Alberta (WERTZ), 68, of Donora, died September 8. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

RUSSEL, Daryl L. Sr., 74, of Finleyville, died September 18. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

RUZZI, Regina A., 93, of South Park, died September 18. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home in South Park.

SCHOCH, Bryan D., 53, of Rostraver Township, died September 5. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe.

SHALLENBERGER, Saman tha, 22, of Finleyville, died September 3. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

SIGNORINI, Sharon M. (BLAIR), 66, of Charleroi, died September 10. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

SMITH, Adrianna P. (ANTONOPOULOS), 94, of West Mifflin, died August 24. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

STEWART, Esther (HOLLIDAY), 79, of New Eagle, died August 31. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

WARNER, Beatrice J. “Bea” (SIPOS), 80, of Pleasant Hills, died September 7. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

WEISS, Joseph E., 82, of Pleasant Hills, died August 28. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

School News...School News

Pittsburgh Christian Academy Opens in West Mifflin

Pittsburgh Christian Academy (PCA) marked its grand opening with a ribbon cutting on the first day of school, Wednesday morning, August 31, 2022. The new school opened with an enrollment of 150 students and 38 staff members to serve Pre-K through Grade 12 students in West Mifflin and throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area.

In May of this year a group of educators saw the need for a school that promoted Christian discipleship, growth in faith, and academic excellence. PCA was formed with a vision for serving and bringing together a wide variety of Christian denominations with a focus on Biblical teaching to prepare students who will grow to serve their families, their communities, and especially their God.

The PCA vision was generously supported by the Source Church of Pittsburgh, who shared a similar heart for serving the community. Source Church had already purchased the former Emerson Elementary school building and opened it in the spring for worship, youth and family ministry, and community outreach. The church agreed to rent a portion of its building to PCA to independently run a nondenominational school.

PCA incorporated in May and soon thereafter began hiring staff and enrolling students to a program that offers a wide range of academic and athletic programs.

Even before the doors officially opened, many PCA students began dual enrollment course work through ACC, Grove City, and Liberty University, with additional institutions to come on board. Several students are already on pace to earn a semester or more of college credit before they graduate from PCA.

Teacher Jamie Guimaraes already feels “a sense of family and belonging,” and believes “PCA is a place where everyone tangibly serves one another.” PCA is “a place to call home.” Teacher Danielle Nowalk echoes the same refrain: “From the

moment I walked in, PCA felt like a family.”

PCA offers a full curriculum that will prepare each student individually for a chosen career path in higher education, trades, business, ministry, arts, or other chosen fields. “In addi-

tion to regular course work, we will work to enhance opportunities through vocational and technical partnerships, dual enrollment, and à la carte classes for home schoolers,” says John Isett, Middle and High School Principal.

Pittsburgh Christian Academy is located in the Source Church building at 1922 Pennsylvania Avenue, West Mifflin, PA 15122. Learn more by visiting www.pca.net, browsing their Facebook page, following on Instagram, or calling the office at 412-235-9757.

PCA Staff members were all smiles for the Grand Opening Celebration

PCA Staff members were all smiles for the Grand Opening Celebration

PCA Staff members were all smiles for the Grand Opening Celebration

Prepare Now For ‘Above Average’ Hurricane Season

(NAPSI)—The 2022 hurricane season is underway, with the Colorado State University (CSU) Tropical Meteorology Project Team forecasting an above-average storm season for the Atlantic basin. Emergency preparation experts say now is the time to get ready, especially as CSU places the probability of a major hurricane making landfall along U.S. coastlines at 71 percent.

When a hurricane hits, food, water and other critical supplies can run short and this year the situation could be even worse due to ongoing supply chain issues. What’s more, severe storms will negatively impact an aging electrical grid that is overdue for updating, causing the power to go out for days—if not weeks. In short order, residents may find themselves in dire need for supplies and backup power.

What You Can Do

To help people better prepare for outages, the power outage experts from Generac, a global energy technology company, share the following tips:

•Purchase water and non-perish-

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Home & Garden

Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

Seller Buyer Address Price

BALDWIN BOROUGH

Paul Kukla

Scott Dennis Biava and Tina Nguyen

938 Angelo Drive

$300,000.

Brenda Smith trustee Luke and Meghan Griffo 1709 Beryl Drive $205,000. Lachhu Kadariya Sumitra Sharma and Gayatri Subedi 385 Carmen Drive $270,000.

Susan Barrowman Gregory Stephen and Mary Katherine Cuccari 420 Ganlet Drive $186,000.

Nicholas Powell Ashik Rai Hartl Ln $385,000.

Kim Eaton Daniel and Regina Reilly 568 Jenne Drive $202,000.

Alicia Johnson Chase Katterman and Carly Bryan 345 June Drive $275,000.

Thomas Swartz Purna and Tika Tiwari 175 Macek Drive $278,000.

John McKay Jamie Kuchta 3124 Schieck St. $180,000.

Samantha Regney Mallory Perfetti 5125 Springdale Drive $230,000.

Frank McHirella Samantha Spitsnaugle 3610 Wallace Drive $187,500.

Margaret Cholewinski Marcus and Lexie Kernan 3622 Wallace Drive $183,000.

Estate of Ralph Miles Dim Zam Cing and Thang Suante 3633 Willett Road $135,000.

Estate of George Matich Yani Mukarung and Meena Rai 5308 Adobe Drive $205,000.

Estate of Louis Melani Jr. Randy Sarber 5337 Brownsville Road $204,000.

Derek Joseph Reft David and Suzanne Pina 1565 Cathell Road $242,500.

Kevin Bartoleit 3 Rivers Rental Properties LLC 933-935 Glass Run Road $140,000.

Wesley Sewell Duane Owen and Miklyn Antoline 818 Irwin Drive $268,500.

Estate of James Fisher Lal Limbu 654 Judith Drive $247,000.

Shawn Zelmore Emily Hassett 2406 Michael Drive $260,000.

Estate of Mary Czilyo Sean Burr 3644 Oakleaf Road $75,000.

Property Prince LLC Stephanie Rae Tate 199 Travis Drive $290,000. Admis Avdagic Qendrim Rexhep 3583 Wallace Drive $209,900. Douglas Grant Brandon Nicholas and Baylee Simmers 3788 Gary Drive $224,900. Dawn Dellana Carol Lee Trent and Terry Crawford 1543 Hollyrood Road $180,000. Bedi Subedi Govinda and Chudamani Niraula 369 June Drive $275,000.

Richard Collavo Jr. Jacqueline Collavo 551 Manhassett Road $56,518. Shirley Schmitt Smorey Homes LLC 2827 Soulier St. $125,000.

Estate of John Novak et al 2803 Waterman Ave. $100,000.

BETHEL PARK

Joshua Kerr Matthew Gillespie and Jaclyn Murdock 3030 Aljean Drive $255,000.

John Snyder Irina Sheyko 352 Carlton Road $217,000.

Cheryl Celia Daniel and Nina Drake 578 Chessbriar Drive $210,000.

Michael Miller Michael Stawowczyk 711 Clifton Road $300,000.

Brandon Marinacci John Balouris II and Karen Hotchkiss 1245 Cocker Drive $328,000.

Candace Brown Jason and Melissa Schnur 5664 Florida Ave. $260,000.

Lori Holt Cameron and Rebecca Connolly 944 Highfield Road $330,000.

Michael Depaz Amanda Gutierrez and Rose Ortiz 214 Horning Road $217,500.

Timothy Pagano Kenneth Warywoda and Samantha Kite 5872 Kings School Road $249,000.

HOME & GARDEN

Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

Seller Buyer Address

Alexander Kozak

Price

Roopesh Rangdale 2204 Lenox Drive $190,000.

Estate of Leroy Nestler Sr David Michael Cox Jr. 741 Marvle Valley Drive $380,500.

Douglas Nicolai Ioannis Athans and Georgia Stamatia Yamalis 5964 Murray Ave. $299,723.

Daniel Snyder Scott David Beattie 3566 S Park Road $244,000.

Angela Charles Cody Hope and Ciara Crow 206 Spartan Drive $320,000.

Jessica Kovell

Alyssa Wrzeinski 1802 Timberidge Drive $164,500.

Richard Ostella Jr. Timothy Cass 5809 Clark Ave. $265,000.

Derek James Gloeckl Keoni and Chloe Kuewa 6038 Dalmation Drive $324,500.

US Bank NA Tr TKO Custom Building Inc. 6193 Dalmation Drive $161,000.

Estate of Vicki Charlier Jonathan Pierson 2498 Driftwood Drive $115,200 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $165,200).

Joshua Cenci

David Pina

Alyssa Anne Cass 677 Glenrock Drive $229,000.

Emma Philipp and Michelle Warsing 5410 Library Road $245,000.

Robert Johannes Sawyer Dixon 5780 Library Road $122,000.

Zachary Cameron Rohln Invests LLC 5393 Main St. $130,000.

David Powell William Robert Margiotta and Monica Bader 5986 Murdock Ave. $309,900.

Steven Raymond Zamborsky Christopher Darby and Erin Cantafio 3593 Myrna Drive $337,000.

Rene Manges

Carl Yenhert

Vincent Denardo Jr. and Emily Lowry 5019 Sherwood Road $219,500.

Jon and Dawn Paulus 2676 Summit St. $275,000.

Craig Alan Refosco Invision Customized Services 2844 W Munroe St. $269,000.

William Bishop III

Nicole Jenkins 204 Broughton Road $165,500.

Mark Rankin trustee Shawn William and Denice Lynam 55 Highland Road Unit 407 $165,000.

Pennsylvania House Finance Agcy Housing & Urban Development 6147 Mountain Ave. $88,000.

Douglas Shorthouse Daniel Kudla 100 Pickwick Drive $217,500.

Richard Mur Michael Evans 2760 S Park Road $175,000. Shivank Gupta Kenneth Wiseman Jr. and Shannon Wiseman 3166 S Park Road $189,900.

Estate of Richard Black Mario and Alyssa Fragello 4205 Sweetbay Drive $495,000.

BRENTWOOD

Black Knight Real Estate LLC Leonid Kriner 3224 Bookman Ave. $182,000. Albert Schoffstall Steve John and Nicole Gyles Fullwood 3037 Brentwood Ave. $141,000.

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able, nutritious and protein-rich staples that do not require refrigeration days ahead of an outage threat.

•Charge electronic devices and have a battery-powered emergency radio so that it is possible to check weather conditions during a storm and stay current with emergency information.

•Take photographs of valuable possessions for insurance documentation after a storm.

•Perform regular maintenance services on portable generators, make sure fuel is on hand, and ensure the generator can be operated safely outdoors at least 25 feet away from living areas.

•Ensure proper maintenance occurs on home standby generators, so they will automatically start when the power goes out.

•Keep extra oil on hand. If a generator is running continuously, check the oil level each day.

Expert Advice

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ple have to backup power is during an emergency,” said Jake Thomas, director of Global Service Operations at Generac. “It’s imperative that homeowners have a power outage plan that includes a backup power device. Recent storms have left households without power for several days. A home standby generator ensures power turns on automatically when needed.”

Every mile of the U.S. Gulf and East Coast is vulnerable to a hurricane. Beyond hurricanes, about 70 percent of power outages in the U.S. are weather-related. The best time to prepare for any power outage is well before it happens, as early planning allows time for backup power dealer consultation, product specification, local permitting and installation.

To help residents and communities prepare, Generac offers readiness resources, including its Hurricane Preparedness Guide, available at https://www.generac.com/ hurricane-prep.

HOME

Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

Seller Buyer Address Price

Donald Susan Deem Jordan Daugherty & Chanel Victoria Hopkins 4055 Brownsville Road $241,000. Sfr3-000 LLC Fen Qi Leung 2756 Churchview Ave. $54,525.

Alice Loper Richard Pendzich Jr. and Rebecca Donatelli 200 E Willock Road $92,000. Geraldine Hancock Timothy Hancock 3605 Kaufman Ave. $95,000. Timothy DiPietro Jacob Andrew Kreider and Melissa Diehl 3945 Meadowbrook Blvd. $165,000.

Donna Cameron CVP PITT L.P.

56 Pointview Road $45,000.

141-143 W Bellecrest Ave. $215,000. Brooks Bouchard Theresa Kos 3009 Brentwood Ave. $164,900.

Fredy Saul Lopez Mauricio Alvaro David Barajas Gomez

Jeremy Shafton James Paul McGrory & Kayla Elizabeth Barlow4063 Brownsville Road $327,000. Lance Gurganus Sait and Rebecca Leigh Gaus Bozkurt 45 Greenlee Road $150,000. Lance Stahl Timothy and Julie Seifert 34 Hillman St. $280,000.

David Whitaker L3 Properties LLC 3816 Hilpert St. $90,000.

Estate of Vincent Graziano Elaina Ferrin

377 Pointview Road $215,000.

Estate of Janice Miller Maureen Jo Pantanella 134 Sceneridge Ave. $245,000.

ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP

Walter Sedlock Jr. Sara Kirsch

203 Clover Drive $180,000.

Sharon Vezzani Jojo Investment Properties LLC 2126 Douglas Run Road $100,000.

William Donald Danter Brian Ondrey 533 Friendship Drive $225,000.

Barr Property Development Inc. SFR Owner LLC 1900 Hankins Drive $170,000.

Regis Lazor Paul Kulasa 2591 Scenery Drive $123,000.

Estate of John Pozzuto Amber Zupan 1113 Schweitzer Road $145,000.

Robert Ulm Steve Linkowski 543 Twele Road $470,000.

Choice Land Investors LLC Agile Consulting LLC

Boston Hollow Road $10,997.

Sylvia Williams Victor and Marie Elaine Burgey 106 Georgetown Pl $195,000.

New Homestead Develop Co. ME3 Real Estate LLC 504 Park Ave. $81,000.

Seth Rowan Seth and Ashley Rowan 603 Burning Tree Ct $254,300.

Thomas Lacey Timothy Touchtone and Jessica Royer 1589 Lodge St. $150,000.

Ronald Williams William Smith 3213 Long Hollow Road $62,000.

Vincent Harvey Austin Kasmer and Elizabeth Staats 902 Old Hills Road $280,000.

Allegheny County Redevelop. Auth Jonathan Patterson Renzie Road $1,600.

Alma Buksar Driftwood Restoration LLC 2051 Ridge Road $182,000.

Michael Leber Norma Kelley 2233 Ridge Road $270,000.

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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

Seller Buyer Address Price

Hot Tips For Cooler Weather

Allegheny County Redevel. Auth Ryan William and Melissa Lyn Foster Toney Drive

$2,200. Alisa Welsh Thomas Miller 220 Williamsburg Drive $465,000.

FORWARD TOWNSHIP

New Homestead Development Co. William and Catherine Lype 5128 Dorris Drive $31,000.

William Sovitski Waste Management Pennsylvania Inc. 1550 Hayden Blvd. $200,000.

Thomas Baran NOGA Rentals LLC 700 Hayden Blvd. $475,000. Greenbrier Minerals LLC Coronado IV LLC 2962 Pangburn Hollow Road $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $133,701).

Choice Land Investors LLC Shandra Scruggs Sunnyside Hollow Road $19,997.

JEFFERSON HILLS

Daniel Shrager

Elizabeth Breneman 6375 Jefferson Pointe Circle $300,000.

Michael Dulik John and Leah Zeiler 133 MacArthur Road $135,000.

James Sprites Catherine and Angelina Ortoleva Old Clairton Road $399,900.

John Nasci Jonathan and Emily Rizzi 205 Stettler Drive $595,000.

Estate of Joseph Lucas Sara Ringling 3056 Hogback Road $139,900.

Justin Reese Kari Zajac 378 New World Drive $178,500.

Barry Cottom

Charles Edward and Jennifer Marie Gross 1057 Scotia Hollow Road $262,300.

Estate of Jaroslaw aka Jerry Kynik trust Joshua and Michelle Verba 5036 Alta Vista Drive $575,000. Robert Stump John Kaufman III and Samantha Kaufman 1220 Gill Hall Road $285,000.

Joseph Moore

Scott Jeffers

MONONGAHELA

Christopher Fritsky and Katerina Homa 1523 Gilmore Drive $252,000.

Nicholas Armstrong 3025 Walton Road $76,000.

Estate of Leticia Ann Cardis Jeffrey Peterson 523 Hudson Ave. $37,000.

William Lane Shane Mitchell 450 Chestnut St. $60,000.

Community Bank Mon Valley Alliance Foundation 235-237 W Main St. $50,000. Rite Aid Pennsylvania Inc. 446 W Main St. LLC 466 W Main St. $2,500,000.

PETERS TOWNSHIP

NVR Inc. Mark Wendell and Courtney Lee Kubik 332 Juniper Way $736,439.

Patricia Lynn Cecere Kevin Sean and Elizabeth O'Connor 848 McClelland Road $575,000.

Justin Miller James and Angela Bonetti 241 Sienna Trl $795,000.

Charles Hunt Matthew David and Amanda Corturillo Hast 233 Skyview Drive $390,000.

Thomas McCloskey Christopher Durbin Wallace Road $350,000.

Crossings Development LLC Jennifer Mullins and Karla Peres 325 Maid Marion Ln $618,600.

Christopher Michael Schultheis trusteeJames John Carter 110 Brooke Drive $182,000.

Venetia Hills Development Assoc. L.P. Douglas and Heidi Niesen 225 Church Hill Road $500,000.

Mark Eckels Church Hill LLC 235 Church Hill Road $570,000.

James Hamilton Jr. Benjamin and Justina Matta 109 Country Corners Cir $525,000.

Virginia Shuntill Moore PVVC Land LLC 210 E McMurray Road $160,000.

Craig Carter Joseph Podrasky III and Amy Podrasky 870 E McMurray Road $475,000.

Ronald Valdiserri James Curtis and Diana Malone 113 Evergreen Drive $410,000.

Louise Liddle Brian Casper 113 Forest Drive $240,000.

Estate of Carolyn Sulkowski George Clark Jr. and Elisabeth Berry Clark 212 Grandview Drive $245,000.

Theodore Taylor III Ryan and Tawnya Shrewsbury 302 Hedgerow Drive $450,000.

David Mareska Abdullah and Esra Nakiboglu 145 Hemlock Drive $450,000.

NVR Inc.

Christopher John Brehm 339 Juniper Way $687,625.

NVR Inc. Christopher Lawrence and Nicole Marie Pagano 343 Juniper Way $735,462.

Ronald Julkowski Jeffrey and Shaun Byrne 44 Lintel Drive $620,000.

(NAPSI)—When it looks like winter is coming, there are certain steps you can take to breathe easier at home. In addition to clearing clogged gutters, closing storm windows and prepping the weather stripping on your windows and doors, it’s important to get the furnace, filter and air ducts checked and cleaned if necessary.

A complete home winterizing should include replacing the filter on your furnace and cleaning the ductwork to remove built-up dirt, dust and debris. That will improve indoor air quality and keep your heating and ventilation (HVAC) system running smoothly.

A Word on Why

There are two main reasons cleaning your HVAC is a good idea:

1 Save energy: According to the United States Department of Energy, 56 percent of the energy used to power your home goes to HVAC systems. When they begin to wear, they run less efficiently.

2.Improve air quality: An HVAC system takes air in and breathes air out through the ducts. Dirt and dust are recirculated throughout your home several times a day. The dirt may contribute to health issues, especially in kids, older people and those with respiratory conditions, autoimmune disorders or certain allergies.

For further facts and tips, ask the Breathing Clean experts at www.BreathingClean.com.

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Your Property Tax Assessment: Too High?

(NAPSI)—From the grocery store to the gas pump, it seems like every cost is out of their control. However, there is one expense that both residential and commercial property owners may be able to lower in 2022—their property taxes. With property tax assessments already received in some communities, Alison Tulio, Esq., President, Incenter Tax Solutions, says owners should take steps now to prevent overpayment. According to the National Taxpayers Union Foundation, it’s estimated by various experts that “between 30 and 60 percent of taxable property in the United States is over-assessed”.

The Issue

In 2021, the value of private residential real estate rose to $43.4 trillion, according to Zillow, and this represented a record $6.9 trillion increase. Because of these high valuations, homeowners may feel that their own houses or condos are worth more than they actually are—taking new assessments at face value when they may be inflated. “With property valuations constantly rising and falling, owners should have an expert doublecheck their assessments every year as a precautionary measure,” Ms. Tulio notes. This year, in particular, finding savings could provide meaningful relief.

What You Can Do

To maximize these savings, it’s especially important to avoid the do-ityourself route—or property owners could actually wind up owing even more. Consumers should work with professionals who have experience in every aspect of the process, and who only recommend an appeal when they believe there is a high likelihood of success. The process is complex and involves:

•Filing an appeal form

•Finding the right appraisers to conduct an appeal appraisal

•Negotiating with cities, towns or municipalities

•Attending a hearing and presenting a case, as needed

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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

176 Marion Drive $324,500. Kevin Closky Wenjie Xie and Sophia Diu 131 Monterey Drive $1,230,000.

Phillip Sabo Michael Rossa

David Yundt Jason Paul and Melanie Ann Hudson 87 Nancy Drive $640,000.

Elizabeth Anibaldi Joshua Scott and Carolyn Elizabeth Horton 105 Pine Creek Drive $341,000. Loretta Christ LTMK LLC 342 Quail Run Road $100,000.

Georges Sauty de Chalon Bryan McIndoe and Laurisa Matthews 221 Robinhood Ln $510,000. Estate of Patricia Ann McCaffrey Craig and Nancy Rogers 162 Roscommon Pl $300,000.

Andrew Jackson Ryan Garlick and Ashley Gordon 147 Sherwood Drive $319,000.

David Travis Benjamin and Lauren Poskie 202 Sugarwood Drive $530,000. Doug Strott Robert and Eileen Burkhardt 211 Village Green Drive $437,500. Robert Suwak Robert and Deborah Myers 219 Village Green Drive $415,000.

Stephen Guest trustee William Albert and Janice Wolfe 400 Waterside Drive $375,000. Michael Palladino Dylan and Teal Larson 905 Bebout Road $329,100. Michael Knehr Amy Flaugh 341 E McMurray Road $249,000.

Justabout Development LLC Scott and Jill O'Hair 517 Harvest View Drive $704,238. Robert Enders Nicholas Enders 107 Moore Drive $100,000.

PLEASANT HILLS

John Kaufman Ahmad and Barbara El Hajj

346 E Bruceton Road $222,000. Warner Mariani Alicia Dionne Johnson 420 Maplevale Drive $365,000. Craig Henderson Gettingshwifty LLC 75 Old Clairton Road $130,000. Lee Portnoff Robert Steltenpool 99 Pleasant Hills Blvd. $230,000.

Crystal Summers Ryan Steele 489 Torwood Lane $215,000. Dana Wright Nathan Piccolomini and Maria Salvatori 408 Toura Drive $393,000.

Nicholas Campano Jr. Nkhula and Danyell Majula

218 W Bruceton Road $234,000. Thomas Kelsey Sean Joseph and Alannah Tyler Tunney 522 Brushglen Lane $215,000. Estate of Peter Maniglia Terri Campagna 146 Marshall Circle $175,000. Willard Rockwell Mon Biswakarma 157 Revere Drive $219,900. William Malley Chad Burnsworth and Rebecca Maksin 254 Toura Drive $370,000. Lynn Rice Jeffrey Michael and Nicole Kubiczki 290 Toura Drive $276,500. Scott Peterman Deepa Mahat 401 Saratoga Drive $330,000. Mark Oczypok Mawell Li and Mary Story 119 Steiner Drive $480,000.

ROSTRAVER

Bellevue Partners L.P. HAR Land & Seed LLC

Willowbrook Road $10,000. Maronda Homes LLC Anandamaya Das and Michelle Laoag Monge 122 Azalea Cir $328,335. Vance Rumbaugh William Gorham Jr. and Rhonda Gorham 203 Central Ave. $270,000.

Craig Livengood Kenneth Hamlin Jr. 307 Forest Drive $259,000. Donald Girasia Eric Porter and Karly Bennett 140 Kelly Ave. $170,000. RWS Land Co. Inc. Michael and Stephanie Quinn 310 Lynn Road $87,000. James Wagner Jr. Jason Atkins 332 Peach Ave. $21,500. Jon Mascara David Humbert II and Jennifer Humbert 222 Pleasant Valley Blvd. $265,000. Janet Stanziano Truist Bank 1822 Rostraver Road $3,582 by sheriff's deed.

SOUTH PARK

Michael Reynolds Michaela Reynolds

2075 Alberta Drive $255,000. Alan Stapley Joshua Baumgartner and Noelle Logsdon 6428 Highview St. $200,000.

Stephen Wolfe Cameron and Lindsy Walters 4095 Overlook St. $213,000.

NVR Inc. Justin Michael and Kristi Marie Reese 1012 Peak Drive $445,750. NVR Inc. Nicholas Robert and Caitlin Marie Warner 1013 Peak Drive $447,910.

Seller Buyer Address Price

Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

Address

Price

Mary Ann Moore Alex and Stacie Jones 3070 Piney Bluff Drive $200,000.

NVR Inc.

NVR Inc.

Matthew Richard and Stacey Paulette Hunter 2026 Pinnacle Way $454,265.

Brian Jon Bodnar and Heather Leanne Gedeon 2032 Pinnacle Way $464,505.

Mero South Park Ventures LLC NVR Inc. 2034 Pinnacle Way $79,511.

Richard Kesich Deo Bastola 2080 Stagecoach Drive $488,000.

MPNDP Investments LLC Orlando Torres and Brittany Emigh 1194 Wilson Road $238,000.

Kimberly Swatko AUX Funding LLC 1129 Broughton Library Road $120,000.

Jeffrey Auffenberg Noah Verbit-Rosoff 113 Norrington Drive $295,000.

NVR Inc.

Brigid Zorina and Mary Catherine Colligan 2027 Pinnacle Way $452,065.

Ange Laure Jules Loiseau Benjamin and Courtney Sell 6805 Ridgevue Drive $210,000.

John Murawski

Greg Anthony Loughran & Brandy Leigh Orlando 1932 Strawbridge Drive $262,500.

Justin Klobuchir Mark Liebro et al. and Judith Ann Liebro 981 Lindfield Drive $275,000.

Raymond Grabowski Bruce Lawrence and Mary Allocco Bickar 3054 Piney Bluff Drive $342,500.

Michelle Garfold Patrick and Jillian Fields 194 Sylvania Drive $325,000.

SPEERS

Thomas Wood Lorraine Henderson 102 Pennsylvania Ave. $45,000.

Matthew Bujanowski John Bujanowski 927 Twilight Hollow Road $90,000.

UNION TOWNSHIP

Patricia Fay Stark Edward Armbruster 11 Circle Ave. $54,900.

Donnie McCormick John Gentilcore and Dina Tatalias Davidson Ave. $18,500.

Raymond Hamilton Jr. The Mineral Co. LLC 147 Airport Road OG $8,250.

Mark Dixon

EQT Production Co. 4373 Finleyville Elrama Road $875,000.

Bank New York Mellon trustee REO Distribution LLC 33 Hiview Drive $2,550.

First Choice Home Imp. LLC Sean Francis May 3519 Orchard Ave. $175,000.

WHITEHALL

This month’s RealSTATs transactions for the following communities can be found on our website:

Baldwin Borough

Baldwin Township Bentleyville

Carroll Township Charleroi, Clairton Donora, Dunlevy Elizabeth Borough Elizabeth Township Fallowfield Monessen

New Eagle

Edward Tatko Daniel and Lauren Vereb

1013 Augusta Way $475,000. K3 Realty LLC Jonesing 4 Properties LLC 1557 Bevan Road $183,000.

Richard Storino John Lawrence Griffith 5354 Greenridge Drive $220,000.

Estate of James Frederick Maxwell Schaefer 70 Hennig Drive $210,000.

Renewal Five LLC Dario Marina and Sarah McCusker 184 Peach Drive $310,000.

Luca Perak

Marc Joseph Mancini 5246 Baptist Road $180,000.

Randy Rowser Jr. Emily Andrews 5328 Baptist Road $235,000.

Bryan Newsome Ryan Mains and Carrie Yost 4419 Hamilton Road $196,000.

Don Vu Krishna Lal and Devi Maya Chamlagai 3206 Mayflower Drive $201,000. Joshus Honick Kera Holmes 4814 Oakridge Drive $330,000. Joseph Sirianni Kathy Renee Martin 1001 Duncan Ln $350,000.

Linda Opferman Alec Trammell 4629 E Willock Road $195,600.

Robert Arthur Nolte Michael Amodeo 1052 Girard Road $235,000.

Estate of Stephen Novak Lucas and Briana Tranchita 4826 Oakridge Drive $140,000.

William Hudson III Tina Procopio 4917 Oakridge Drive $286,000.

Jeffrey Carney Edmund Stephen and Kathleen Friedrick 5022 Parkvue Drive $250,000.

Real Estate Transactions provided by <RealSTATs>. Contact <RealSTATs> at 412-381-3880 or visit www.RealSTATs.net.

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SPORTS

BVA 2022 Football Hall of Fame Night

The 22nd Class of the Belle Vernon Area (BVA) Football Hall of Fame inductees were enshrined Friday, September 2. Committee spokesperson Steve Russell announced the induction of four new members: three All Conference players from the past, along with an original coach from the beginning of the school district in 1965.

The induction ceremony was launched at half-time during the BVA Leopards versus the Laurel High lands Mustangs contest which the Leps won

The BVA Football Hall of Fame credo is to preserve and honor the student athletes, teams, coaches, and contributors who have helped bring recognition and excellence to BVA’s storied football program.

As an added feature since 2018, BVA football record holders from 1965 to 2021 in major categories have been compiled and updated yearly in a BVA Football Hall of Fame program book. You can receive a digital copy of this program book by emailing: monvalleysportshalloffame@yahoo.com

This year’s class of honorees include:

David Gobbie, a 1993 BVA graduate, was a Keystone All Star Conference wingback and linebacker. BVA coach Lou Rood recalled recently, “although undersized, you would not have known it

based on his intensity and skill level that his play exemplified.”

Nick Kalcevic, a 2001 BVA graduate, has been heralded as BVA’s most exciting running back. A playmaker of distinction, Kalcevic earned Associated Press All State honors.

Nick still holds the following records:

season rushing yards at 2,151 (1999), season TDs at 27 (1999), and career rushing TDs at 55 (1998-2000). Teammate Aaron Krepps recalled, “his running style as a masterful combination of speed, quickness, deception, and toughness.”

Spencer Lynn, a 2010 BVA graduate, was a two-time All-Big 7 Conference linebacker, a Penn sylvania Football News’ First Team Academic All State and an Old Spice Red Zone Player of the Year. His stellar play garnered a Cal U scholarship where he played with distinction. He served five years as an Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army. Spencer is a Jungle War Expert earning the “Black Jungle Flag.”

Coach Ray Ciferno, a 1959 Rostraver graduate and a special inductee, was part of the original coaching staff created in 1965 upon the formation of the BVA School District. An offensive coordinator, Ciferno coached at Bellmar Junior High from 1965 to 1968 for coach Harry Muckle whereupon he moved to the varsity ranks from 1969 to 1975 for coach Dick Fields.

Trap Shoots Held at Rostraver Sportsmen’s Association

The Rostraver Sportsmens and Conservation Association located at 539 Cedar Creek Rd,. in Belle Vernon, will hold trap shoots every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, every Thursday at 10:00 AM and every Saturday at 11:00 AM. This event is open to the general public. For more information call 724-984-6611 or visit rostraversca.org

Flanking the inductees are BVA superintendent Dr. Ken Williams (far left) and head coach Matt Humbert (far right). Inductees pictured from left Dr. David Gobbie, Nick Kalcevic, coach Ray Ciferno and Spencer Lynn.

YOUGHIOGHENY COUNTRY CLUB WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION NEWS

18 Hole Two Day Championship Tournament

Youghiogheny Country Club Women’s Golf Leagues Keep Swinging Away

9 Hole Two Day Champion

‘Scrambled Eggs’ Winner

‘10 Ladies Out’ Tournament

The winners of Youghiogheny 18Hole golfers 10 Ladies Out tournament "show us "their" money." Joanne McHolme (center) outlasted the competition in the hole-by-hole elimination. Coming in second was Sandy Payne (right) and Linda Byers (left).

‘Star of the Year’

Following the two-day championship tournament, Melanie Zietak claimed victory as the 2022 YCC 18 Hole Ladies Club Champion with a low gross of 177. Valerie Wilson won the Championship division and Penny Natale won the First Flight division, both with low nets of 144. Pictured from left are Penny Natale, Valeria Wilson, and 2022 club champion Melanie Zietac

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Youghiogheny Country Club Women’s Nine Hole Golf League Champion of the twoday Championship was Judi Murray

MATTRESSES AND BEDDING

Q: What is the new “hybrid” mattress made by Serta iComfort, and what are the benefits of owning one?

A: Serta’s iComfort Hybrid mattresses combine our latest breakthrough in gel memory foam technology with our most advanced innerspring support systems. Your body will benefit from pressure point relief, added body support and temperature regulation from our exclusive EverFeel® Triple Effects™ Gel Memory Foam. Mattress-wide comfort and support is achieved with our Duet® Coil System with BestEdge® Foam Encasement. iComfort Hybrid Mattress Features:

• EverFeel® Triple Effects™ Gel Memory Foam - Advanced material that is infused with Titanium gel beads. Millions of these beads help dissipate heat for a more comfortable sleeping temperature, and provide added support to points of your body that need it the most.

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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.

By Aaron S. Wang, M.D. Ophthalmologist Glaucoma-Cataract Consultants, Inc

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.

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.

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.

Q: When do I need cataract surgery? What are my options if I do?

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2-BIKE CARRIER – Thule. Attaches to 2” hitch. $100 or best offer. 412-835-8743

TRUCK BED STORAGE BOX – for pick-up trucks. $15. 412-425-0342

1982 CHEVY 4X4 – 3/4 ton pickup. Body bad, good rolling chasis. 350 cubic inch, 4 barrel. 2nd owner. Call Mike 412-537-7094

FORD F-150 FLOOR MATS – Rubber, Ford logo. Front and rear, one piece. $40. 724986-6051 (Lv. Mssg.)

2011 FORD F-150 RAPTOR – 4x4, beautiful. Loaded. 94k miles. Never off road. $33,500. 412-983-8076

HOLLEY CARBURETORS – three(3). Two, four barrels, and one two barrel. Call 724-938-8240

PARTS – 1951 Plymouth. 412-384-4531

1977 LTD BROUGHAM – 4 door, Show quality! 412-384-4531

CONVERSION VAN - 1988 Chevy G20, $1,000 OBO. 724-258-6277

CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE – 2002, C5m 350 Auto, Pewter w/ black top, black leather interior, deluxe package w/ heads up. Very Good Cond. $20,300. 412-401-0784

UTILITY TRAILER – Lights, 1 7/8 ball, Gross weight 1,100 lbs. 5’ x 5’ x 3’. Have title. $600 OBO. Call Tony – after 5PM. 412-337-5165

FORD F-150 HUBCAPS – 1984. (2) sets. Good condition. $50 both sets, OBO. 724-322-1253

SNOW PLOW – John Deere, fits old model 345 tractor hydraulic. $150. 724-366-9524

NEW TOW BAR KIT - from a 2022 Towson. Lists for $450, asking $170. 412 882 4910.

TOW HITCH - New 2022 from a Tucson. Never used. $180 412-882-4910

SPORTSTER ITEMS – Seat, windshields, saddle bags, chrome pieces, great condition. Will sell separately or as a lot. Call for details. 724797-3779

HARLEY DAVIDSON – Mickey Rourke Avenger jacket, New, Size 4X. $150 firm. 724-797-3779

ALUMINUM RIMS – Five(5) off a 1995 Chevy Caprice. Selling with tires. Asking $50 per tire and wheel. 724-239-5431

BOAT FOR SALE - 1978 Bluefin B 16ft. includes boat, Johnson outboard motor, trolling motor, TeeNee Trailer, bimini, many extras. Completely redone, flashy & beautiful, must see to believe. $6,000. or best offer. 724 348 6528

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 or make an offer. Text or leave message at: (412) 999-4332

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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

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HOLLEY CARBURETORS – three(3). Two, four barrels, and one two barrel. Call 724-938-8240

BABY GRAND PIANO – Kimball. Nice condition, recently tuned. $600 OBO. 412-9838076

OUTDOOR LANTERN LIGHTS – Six(6), sidewalk, driveway – fit on 3” poles. White color. $30 each, or buy all 6 for $25 each. 412-4910579

U.S. STAMPS – Used. 30,000 for $175. 724746-3396

SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM – Never used. 4channel, 3 cameras, and 7” color monitor. 724938-8240

FORD F-150 FLOOR MATS – Rubber, Ford logo. Front and rear, one piece. $40. 724-9866051 (Lv. Mssg.)

2011 FORD F-150 RAPTOR – 4x4, beautiful. Loaded. 94k miles. Never off road. $33,500. 412-983-8076

CLASSIFIEDS

LEE 243 DIES – New. 240 pcs. 243 100gr. Speer bullets. 40-pcs. 243 once fired primed brass. 28 rounds 243 factory ammo. All for $125. 412-384-9039

LARGE RIFLE PRIMERS – Federal No. 210. Qty. 949. $60. 412-384-9039

LARGE MAG. PISTOL PRIMERS – Federal No. 155. Qty. 1,000. $60. 412-384-9039

16 ROUNDS 8X57 MM – (8mm) lgman, 170 gr. $25. 412-384-9039

38 ROUNDS REM. – 7mm-08, 120 gr. Hollow point. $50. 412-384-9039

POSTAL & SHIPPING SCALE – Desk top capacity 40 Lbs. Downloadable, Pelouze PS400L. $50. 724-941-9256

1:18 SCALE – 1948 Tucker. $18. 412-4250342

BAND CLAMPS – 2.25”. $10. 412-425-0342

VHS WRESTLING TAPES – ten(10), brand new. $12. 412-425-0342

2-BIKE CARRIER – Thule. Attaches to 2” hitch. $100 or best offer. 412-835-8743

TRUCK BED STORAGE BOX – for pick-up trucks. $15. 412-425-0342

BASKETBALL HOOP – Portable/Adjustable height, weights and new ball. $125. 724-3796571

METAL TONKA TOYS – and other metal toys, good condition. Best offer. 724-379-6571

DRAFTSMAN DOOR PANEL DECORATING KIT Woodworker special, with router bit. $70. 724-379-6571

SEWING/EMBROIDERY MACHINE – Husqvarna Designer SE, computerized, with embroidery unit, extra hoops and sewing feet. Good condition. $900. Serios inquiries only. 724379-6571

FABRIC CUTTING SYSTEM – Alto’s Quilt Cut 2. Like new. $75. 724-379-6571

TREE STAND – Fixed Millenium model L110, the cadalac. Paid $400. Sell $175. 724-3669524

CRAFTSMAN – 4-cycle cultivator. $150. 724366-9524

WORK TABLE – Heavy Duty. Wood. 4x8. $150. 724-366-9524

SEWER SNAKE – 100 feet. $150. 724-3669524

CROSS BOW – Ten point stealth. The very best – plus accessories. Make offer. 724-366-9524

PIRATES BOBBLEHEADS – three(3) 2008 Matt Capps, and three(3) Tom Gorzelanny. In boxes. All for $15. 724-929-8259

FIRST DAY ISSUE POSTAL COVERS – 50 states birds & flowers, in tan leather album. Valuable collection “1982”. $50. 724-9298259

BUDWEISER COLLECTIBLE STEINS –Three(3), still in box, all numbered and dated. Beautiful, perfect condition. $10 each. 724929-8259

14” DOLL STAND – Connoisseur Collection. In original box – hand painted, porcelain head and lavish details. $5. 724-929-8259

COMMERCIAL COFFEE MAKER – 40 cup, Royal Company, like new. Beautiful. $10. 724929-8259

M.T.D SNOW BLOWER - New belts, 8 horse power engine. 26 inch .scope. runs good. asking $100.00 call 412-831-8998

32 FT LADDER - blue tip Werner $200 call 724 328-4537

APARTMENT SIZE WASHER & DRYER - Like new hooks up to kitchen sink $300 for both call 724 328-4537

BLACK FOREST CUCKOO CLOCK - Rare, Large 2 door quail ivory hands from early 1900’s working condition, serious inquiries only $650. 724-328-4537

BLACKSTONE GRIDDLE - 36" model 1554. Like new. Propane tank not included. $250 firm. 412-610-0740 leave message.

NORDICTRACK (T6.5S) TREADMILL - Excellent condition, 300 lb capacity, $325.00, 412251-7291

CRAFTSMAN SNOW BLOWER - Older model, electric start, good condition, $60.00, 412-2517291

"THIS END UP FURNITURE" -Sofa, loveseat, tables, good condition, call for prices, 412-2517291

VINTAGE SCHWINN STATIONARY BIKE - Good condition with magazine holder $50.00 412251-7291

STUDENT DESK – ‘This End Up’ w/storage shelf, very good condition. $175.00, 412-2517291

RUBBERMAID SHED - 7' x 8' new condition $400. 724-314-3014...

DVD/CD/VCR CABINET - 6' Hx34"Wx10"D.7 shelves. New condition. $60. 724-314-3014

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT - Health rider $20. Gazelle free style cross trainer $20. Jake cardio cruiser $10. All for $30. 724-314-3014...

TABLE - 24" x 48" x 30" 1 1/2" solid top. Square "O" shape steel legs. Very sturdy. $20. 724-314-3014

GARAGE SALE - October 14 &15 from 8A-3P at 5031 Gary Avenue, Finleyville. Antiques, dishes, housewares, Steelers items, canning jars, tools, and more.

AMMUNITION - 12 gage shotgun shells (4 boxes) @ $12/box. 412-889-5035

QUILTING FRAME – Wood, Approx. 48 inch floor standing. Excellent condition. $100. 724579-9023

GARAGE SALE - September 16 & 17 from 8A3P at 5031 Gary Avenue, Finleyville. Antiques, dishes, housewares, canning jars, Steelers items and more.

SHED - Rubbermaid 1V41-1. 7'x7'. Very easy disassembly/assembly. minimal usage of screws. slotted on 3 sides for easy installation of included pegboards and brackets. $600. 724314-301.

MASSAGE CHAIR - Human touch whole body 7.1 from sharper image. orbital massage technolgy plus circulation boosting foot and calf massager. Relaxes your whole body. Includes heat. $800. 724-314-3014.

AKC FEMALE GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPSWith AKC paperwork, fully vetted, ready 9/1/22. 412-973-7447

TREADMILL - NordicTrack (T6.5s) - 300 lb. capaacity, good condition, $400. 412-251-7291

INNOVA INVERSION TABLE - Sturdy, excellent condition, very seldom used $70. 412-2517291

ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVES WANTED

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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.

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TABLE - (36"x48") + 4 chairs - All wood, sturdy, very good condition $70. 412-251-7291

FURNITURE - "This End Up" - All wood, excellent condition, couch, loveseat + tables, call for prices. 412-251-7291

STIHL CHAINSAW - with case -Farm Boss Model, like new, $275. 412-251-7291

LAWN EDGER - Garden Tool. Manual. $7. 724684-5531.

RIFLE - Winchester model 70 7 mm mag w/ leupold scope, thumb hole stock, lots of 7mm shells, brass shell casings $900 OBO. 412973-4881

CARTRIDGES/BOX - HORNADY LEVERevolution, 308 exp, 160 gr FTX - $35. 412-4058139

HARRIS 1A2 BI-PODS - 1. LM 9"-13"notched, 2. H 13 1/2"- 23", smooth legs, locking knobs, 2 piece, 3. 13 1/2'- 23" smooth legs, 2 piece$65 each. Call 412-405-8139

SPOTTING TELESCOPE - BUSHNELL Trophy, 15-45x60mm, camo rubber, with tripod/case$65.00 Call (412) 405-8139

SHOOTING REST - CALDWELL DFT 2 - $160. 412-405-8139

SHOOTING REST/VISE - STEADY POINT - $50 412-405-8139

RIFLE SCOPE - NIKON Prostaff, 4-16x50mm, SF/BDC - $350. 412-405-8139

BLACK AND DECKER - sander and jig saw. $35. 412-655-9127

QUILT RACK - homemade. $20. 412-6559127

4 WOODEN CHAIRS - high back. $10 each. 412-655-9127

WII GAMING SET - Complete. $50. 412-6559127

MENS BOWLING BALL - 16# and shoes and case. $25. Good condition. 412-655-9127.

HUSKY 14" ROLLING TOOL TOTE - 80lb capacity. 14" L x 9" W x 13" H. Brand new never used. $65. 724-579-5533

L.P. RECORD CABINET – Wood grain, glass door. 38” H x 19” W x 15” D. 3 shelves and lower record rack. Exc. Condition. $60. 724348-5243

ELECTRIC RANGE - Master Smoker Very good condition used 3 times $100. 724-579-5533

TALL FRAMELESS BACKPACK - JanSport Rainier, adjustable straps and belt, 5200 CU. in. capacity $40. 724-941-1728

P BUCKLEY MOSS - Signed 1990 ABBY Framed Print - Girl with Umbrella 148/1000 $99. 724-941-1728

STEELERS SUPER BOWL 40 & 43 - Sports Illustrated Commemorative Footballs, 12” long. Price for both $30. 724-941-1728

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STEELERS SUPER BOWL X - championship pennant, 30”. Some tape marks. $30. 724941-1728

THE CLUB STEERING WHEEL LOCK - (1) for SUV’s, (1) for cars. Red. $40 for both. 724941-1728

OSCILLOSCOPE TEKTRONIX 7603 - Very clean good working order. $300. 724-941-8728

RIFLE STOCK - Fajen thumbhole, NOS Rem 700 gray laminate. $120. 724-941-8728

AMMO - 45 RN LEAD 230 GR commercial reloads Tray of 50. $30. 724-941-8728

FREON - R22 NOS US made 30 pound cylinder sealed, $600. 724-941-8728

RELOADING POWDER - Accurate, XMR4350 1 pound $22. 724-941-8728

VIDEO TAPES - (10) Blank in Factory Sealed Boxes. $1.50 each. Call 724-684-5531.’

BUNK BEDS - Never Used, Heavy Duty Oak Finish $300 724-747-9216

1940’S DESK - leather top, normal wear and tear, $40. Call 412 835-5946

SANSUI SPEAKERS - 25H, 15W, D11; lattice front, oak, $20. Call 412 835-5946

AUDIO/VIDEO CABINET - 2 Doors Oak with Key Lock. Holds CDs/DVDs/Video Tapes. $46. Call 724-684-5531.

BOOKSHELF SPEAKERS - 1 pair Polk S20 (like new); 1 Yamaha HTR 5630 AV Receiver( 70 watts/channel); 1 Carver TL 3200 cd player; 1 set Sennheiser HD450 II headphones. Owner's manuals included. $450 OBO. 412-653-0329

WOMAN'S BIKE - original Raleigh Sprite 5 Speed Made in England, Collectors item top of the line. $150. OBO. 412-721-7072

MEN'S BIKE - Marin 10 speed Mountain Trail, like new, Aluminum frame$150. OBO. 412721-7072

CHINA PAINTING SUPPLIES – and canvos boards. FREE. 412-233-7835

10-SPEED BIKE – Raleigh, 18” frame. Tire 26x1.5/1.75, Used, well-kept. 412-715-2362

BASEBALL GLOVES – Left handers, (2), both brand new. 724-938-8240

ROLLATOR WALKER – Never used, still has tags. $75 OBO. Speers area. 724-320-7857

ELECTRIC HOSPITAL BED - full size, with mattress and bed rails. $500 OBO. Speers area. 724-320-7857

PISTOLS – New (2), Taurus/Judge 45 410 Public Defender Poly, and 9mm Bersa SA BP9cc with extra clip. $600 for both. Buyer pays transfer fees. 412-882-2905.

FORD DINING HALL PLATES – With Ford logo, 50’s era china. NOS. USA mfg. set of 9. $100. 724-260-0283

RIGID – Pro pipe threading set. ½” to 2”, includes pipe cutter and reamer with tri-stand. $300. 724-260-0283

WINCHESTER RIFLE – Model 1894 deluxe Take Down rifle. Checkered pistol grid stock, very good bore, 80-90% blue, mfg, 1915. Very fine old rifle. $700. 724-260-0283

CABELLA’S HUNTING OUTFIT – Black and orange trousers, shirt and jacket. Size L. $15. 412-751-5688

COMPETITION BOCCE SET – Eddie Bauer. Balls, rules, instructions and case. $20. 412751-5688

AMMO – For Russian-Mosih-Nagant WWII rifle. 50 rounds for $38. 724-942-7295

WEST NEWTON CEMETERY – 2 plots, section 10 lots 1865 and 1865 ½. Asking $1,500 total for both. 724-344-1740

AIR CONDITIONER – Portable, with remote. 1,200 BTU’s, like new. $300 firm. 724-2883681

DINING ROOM CHAIRS – four(4), excellent condition. Best offer. 412-595-8660

FISHING WADERS – Cabella. Size 10. $7.50 412-751-5688

WEBER GRILL - New, 3 burner, propane meter, new cover. $325. 412-384-4345

COCA-COLA ITEMS – collectibles for sale. 724-938-8240

CANNING JARS - $5 a dozen. 724-384-9151

SUITCASES – Two(2) old style, Samsonite hard suitcases. 1-26 cart wheels. 1-24 pullman. Good for camping or moving. Brand new in boxes. $40 for both. 412-563-7075

JUICER – Squeezo Tomato juicer, like new. $35. 412-563-7075

HUNTING BOOTS – 1 pair of LaCrosse hunting boots with felt PAC, outdoorsman, size 11. $25. 412-563-7075

BOAT FOR SALE – 12 foot, Smoker Crat, deep V, 5 ft wide, all accessories, oars, paddles, anchors, life jackets, Johnson 9.5 horsepower motor, like new, Minnkota trolling motor. $500 firm. Call Bo, 724-610-8399

TRADITIONAL FURNITURE – Roses, couch, 63” $300. Loveseat 42” $200. Dining room furniture, oval table 54” long, 1 leaf, 6 chairs, $300. Buffet 52” $300. TV 40” $80. Picture $50. Cash. UHaul, 412-294-6896

DOG BONE WRENCHES – Two(2), Craftsman. Both $20. 412-425-0342

FISH TANK – 75 gallon, with beautiful stained wood stand, with filter. $200. 724-258-6277

DOUBLE SINK VANITY TOP – 72”, cultured marble, includes sinks. New, never used. $600 OBO. 724-258-6277

SMOOTH STEEL DOORS – 32” exterior, new, left or right. $150 ach. 724-258-6277

AIR CONDITIONER – Casement Window, new. Frigidaire. 412-384-4531

AIR COMPRESSOR – 220 volts, portable, 5 HP Craftsman. 412-384-4531

RADIO CONTROL PLANE - Freewing Vulcan 4s Base White 70mm EDF Sport Jet New in original box Cost New $219. 00 yours for $119.00. 724-941-5051

RADIO CONTROL PLANE - Marlin 64 mm EDF (6 channel receiver installed) new, assemblednot flown Cost New $179.99 Your cost $99.00 724-941-5051

RADIO CONTROL PLANE - Twin ducted 90mm fan trainer. Flown once. Thrust 17.5 lbs, weight 18 lbs, span 82.5 in. Incudes (4) 6000mAh 14.8v Lipo batteries, 6 channel receiver. Cost $1300.00 Yours $500.00 or BO 724-9415051

DINING ROOM TABLE – 65”L x 42”W. 3 extensions, 2 hi-back chairs, 4 regular. Gold cushions. Bryl wood design. China cabinet 60”, top 4 doors, bottom 7 doors. Server 36”, 3 drawers. Exc. Cond. $350 OBO. Dinnerware available. 724-348-5243.

LIFETIME SHED - 7'x8' Like new, only used for 3 yrs. $430. 724-314-3014

ASSORTED HAND TOOLS - drills, ladder, and much more. DeWalt and Ryobi, Great condition looking for a good home. Reasonable offers considered.Call 412-715-7667. Please leave a message.

TOW HITCH - New 2022 from a Tucson. Never used. $180 412-882-4910

ELECTRIC LAWN MOWER - Black & Decker, very good condition with lawn bag & mulcher,3 years old, $125. contact Valerie 412-253-5267

VINTAGE DESK - (1940s?) leather top, dark wood, 30H, 44W, 22D, good/fair condition $40; 5 drawer, maple chest of drawers, 46H, 31W, 17D, very good condition; $30. (can email pictures) 412-835-5946

FINE CHINA – Complete set for eight. $80. 412-835-6566

CHINA CLOSET – Large, comes in 2 pieces. Good condition. $200. 412-835-6566

MON VALLEY MEMORIAL PARK – 4 lots, 1 vault. $500 each. 724-747-9030 or 843-2158909

RIFLE – Browning, A-Bot .22 Caliber, limited stock (original equip.) 2# triger, Leopold 3x9 rimfire scope. $1,000. 724-366-9524

MIRROR WITH BLACK FRAME - mirror measures 32" x 22" with hanging wire attached to back of frame, $20. 412-736-6223

INTERIOR PAINT - 2 gallons of Sherwin Williams Duration, color is Dover White, satin finish $55/gallon. 412-736-6223

ADOPT A REAL FRIEND. We'll make you smile. Satisfaction guaranteed.

Washington Area Humane Society 724 -222-7387

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LARGE CAT CARRIER - for my 25 pound kitty. 412-384-6245. May leave a message.

DOG WANTED – Eskimo Spitz or Saymoyed dog. Call Audrey. 412-233-6730.

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 with blue decorations, gold jewelry. Jim Gillespie at 412-979-7050 or home 724-348-6203.

OLD 45/LP RECORDS - (rock n roll )724-9863152

JEFFERSON MEMORIAL PARK – Interested in purchasing 4 adjoining lots. 724-470-7258. If no answer, please leave message.

JUKEBOXES/PINBALL MACHINES - 724-9863152

CONVERTIBLE CARS - 1950’s/60’, looking for a 2022 ‘Covid project’. 724-986-3152

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. 724-9849085

OLD INSULATORS - buying porcelain or glass insulators used on utility poles or along RR tracks, also lightning rods. 724-782-0539.

NOTICES

GARAGE SALE - October 14 &15 from 8A-3P at 5031 Gary Avenue, Finleyville. Antiques, dishes, housewares, Steelers items, canning jars, tools, and more.

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Our volunteers are one of the many important parts to our hospice team. They can help improve our patient’s quality of life in many ways, such as companionship over the phone or in person, reading, playing cards, and veteran to veteran visits.

Amedisys offers training and orientation for our volunteers which includes the hospice team and how it works and what the volunteer’s role entails. Along with the psychosocial, social, and spiritual needs of the patient and much more.For more information, contact 724-483-4109

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ADOPT A REAL FRIEND. We'll make you smile. Satisfaction guaranteed.

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DOG BARN – Insulated, shingle roof, siding. 15’ x 12’ x 5’ high. Cost $4,000 to make – will sell for $400. 724-366-9524

AKC FEMALE GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS - With AKC paperwork, fully vetted, ready 9/1/22. 412973-7447

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.

DOG WANTED – Eskimo Spitz or Saymoyed dog. Call Audrey. 412-233-6730.

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MON VALLEY MEMORIAL PARK – 4 lots, 1 vault. $500 each. 724-747-9030 or 843-215-8909

JEFFERSON MEMORIAL PARK – Interested in purchasing 4 adjoining lots. 724-470-7258. If no answer, please leave message.

JEFFERSON MEMORIAL CEMETERY –Companion Lawn Crypt for 1 or 2. Garden of Pillars. Includes perpetual care. $2,500. 412-489-5699

MON VALLEY MEMORIAL CEMETERY – Lot 130, block 5, single burial lot. $450. 724-8720721

JEFFERSON MEMORIAL CEMETERY – 4 spaces – Garden of the Well, Block 8, #202-D, Spaces 1-2-3-4. $5,000 for all 4 spaces. 412-780-1588

SPACE FOR SUBLET – Belle Vernon area, great location. Available weekday mornings, weekday afternoons, and weekends. 412-758-8352

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SERVICES

CONCRETE WORK - Retaining walls, driveways, all types of cement repair work, free estimate, reasonable (412) 889-5035

KEEP IT SIMPLE HANDYMAN SERVICESelectric, plumbing, all your handyman needs. Call 412-253-5163

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