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St. Thomas A’ Becket Annual Festival Set for June 23, 24, 25
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gest that if you plan to buy a large number of these tickets, please bring your name labels with the telephone number that could be placed on the tickets. The big special on Thursday, June 24 will be Bingo Under the Stars with cash prizes. The doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the bingo starts at 7:00 p.m. St. Thomas A’ Becket Annual Festival will offer a wide Dinners will be served variety of fun family rides and attractions. each evening and the food is something to satisfy Friday - fish dinner, fries and slaw and everyone's tastes. Thursday - chicken planks and fries shrimp dinner, fries and slaw; Saturday - shredded beef dinner and dinner and meat ball sandwiches; chicken planks. In addition to this there will be haluski, kielbasa, hot sausage, hot dogs, hamburgers, French fries, pizza, funnel cakes, strawberry shortcake, sundaes and more. There will be a bake sale, kid's booth, grab bags, golf game, hockey game, birthday cube game, big cat, homemade donuts, instant bingo, pic-a-tic for various gift baskets, games of chance and raffles. The public is invited to this great event at St. Thomas A' Becket Church, 139 Gill Hall Rd., Jefferson Hills. Bring your family and spread the news! Store Hours: For more information, call 412-65511am-10pm; 724-348-8844 Sun-Thurs: Fri-Sat:11am-11pm 2885 or 412-653-4322.
he St. Thomas A' Becket Annual Festival will be held June 23 - 25 on the Church Property at 139 Gill Hall Rd., Jefferson Hills. The times for each day are 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. There will be special attractions with entertainment and amusement rides. The entertainment line-up includes: Thursday, June 23 – Western PA SNPJ Button Box Club; Friday, June 24 – The ElDorado’s Band – Country Music; Saturday, June 25 – The New Holidays. The super auction will feature prizes with various themes and will be on display each day with the drawing on Saturday night. Presale tickets for the super auction will be available. We sug-
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Trolley Fair And Classic Car Show Come to the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum for the Trolley Fair & Classic Car Show on Sunday, June 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. View over 50 fabulous classic cars in the park-like setting of the museum grounds while enjoying oldies with DJs Fritz and Judy. See the 1911 Rio de Janeiro Open Trolley Car in its debut event following five years of meticulous restoration. Unlimited trolley rides, diesel locomotive rides, Blaster Bouncer and Slide and other kids’ activities. Special appearance by famous Pittsburgh artist Linda Barnicott! Complimentary tours. Delicious food and additional fun inside the Visitor Education Center with the Play Trolley, Thomas table, as well as the Interactive Displays and Museum Store. Admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (62+), $6 for children, under 2 are free. PTM also offers a special family rate of $35. For more information call 724-228-9256 or visit the website atwww.patrolley.org
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33rd Annual Peters Township Community Day Set for June 25 The 33rd Annual Peters Township Community Day will be held June 25 from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Peterswood Park, 700 Meredith Drive, Venetia. Over 150 food, craft, games and vendor booths. Included are children’s activities and games plus entertainment for the whole family. Come for the day and don’t forget the evening fireworks display. There is limited parking available at Peterswood Park. Shuttle service is available from Peters Township Middle School, 625 East McMurray Rd., and Bower Hill School, 424 Bower Hill Rd. Some of the attractions will include: • Vendor Booths with Food, Crafts, Local Businesses and Give-Aways 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Community Day Raffle, a winner picked every five minutes (tickets sold at Shelter #1) • Fireworks Display 9:30 p.m. Entertainment • Paul’s A Train 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • WJPA Radio Broadcast 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (sponsored by Washington Hospital) • Airbrush Tattoo Harry Colbert 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. • “Patrick” from SpongeBob character visit 11:30 – 1:30 p.m. • Juggler/Stilt Walker Bob Spisak 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. • Bag Piper George Balderose 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. For more information, contact Peters Township Park and Recreation at 724-942-5000. Directions: From Route 19 take East McMurray Road – turn right on Valleybrook Road – turn right on Bebout Road – turn left on Meredith Drive.
Annual Monongahela Bar Crawl Raises Funds For Monongahela VFD By Samantha Milton On May 7, 2011, the town of Monongahela was “crawling,"..... bar crawling that is. The 3rd annual Bar Crawl event raised $2,380 for the Monongahela Fire Department. This fun event was hosted by The Bar owners Wes and Sharon Rippel, as well as the owners of The Eldorado, Jim’s Bar, Hey Andy’s, Hilltop and Ponce’s Place. The participating bars would like to thank all of the “bar crawlers” and donating businesses including the sponsors of the Extreme Makeover T-Shit Edition; Deb Mangino Hair Design, The Bar and Studio 242, for making the event a success. The Rippel’s would also like to send an extra special thank you to Sharalee Harmon for all of her hard work. The “crawl” was a fun time had by all for a great cause. Next year’s 4th Annual Monongahela Bar Crawl is set to be even bigger. So, get your teams ready and be prepared to “crawl” again for the Monongahela Fire Department next spring.The “crawlers” would also like to say thank you to Wes and Sharon Rippel for all of the fun events that they have brought to the community! You two make the Mon Valley fun! Thank you! We appreciate it!
Monongahela Rotary Awards Scholarships to Two Ringgold Students At their recent meeting, the Monongahela Rotary Club awarded two Ringgold High School students with scholarships. Natalie Radic, received an Academic Scholarship for $2,000. Alisha Crowley, received a Vocational Scholarship for $1,000. Pictured to the right ( L to R): Patrick Garman, President of Monongahela Rotary Club, Natalie Radic, and Alisha Crowley..
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SWPA Registered Nurses Club Celebrates 50 Years The Southwestern Pennsylvania Registered Nurses Club is celebrating its 50th anniversary and was recognized with a proclamation from the municipality of Bethel Park on April 11, 2011. Mayor Clifford Morton presented the Emilie Macherey (left) receives a proclamation from proclamation to Emilie Macherey, Bethel Park Mayor Clifford Morton (right) in honor of RN who was the club's very first the 50th anniversary of the Southwestern PA and 40th president. Registered Nurses Club The group began with 13 members in a local restaurant and presently has 171 members who meet on the third Tuesday at 9:30 am at Hamilton Presbyterian Church in Bethel Park. Their primary goal in the 1960's was to keep temporarily inactive nurses knowledgeable of current trends and build recognition of nursing in the community. Today the members promote nursing education through lectures at their meetings and raise money for yearly scholarships for senior nursing students in Allegheny, Washington and Westmoreland counties. Monies are raised through the Fall card party and generous donations from members and local merchants. The Club has awarded $127,200 in scholarship funds to over 82 students as of this year. Families of three deceased members have established memorial scholarship funds and awarded $70,500 to 35 nursing students as of 2011. The Club also promotes civic interest of nursing in the community through a Veterans' Day program, marching in a Memorial Day parade and a Florence Nightingale Tribute is read to deceased members at their funeral.All registered nurses are welcome to join the SWPA RN Club.
5th Annual Motoring On the Mon Popular Car Cruise Set for June 4 The Monongahela Area Chamber Of Commerce is sponsoring the 5th Annual "Motoring on the Mon" Car Cruise on Saturday, June 4, 2011. Registration will be held from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Show will begin at 1:00 PM, and run until 4:00 PM. There is a $5 fee. 15 trophies will be awarded, and there will be dash plaques for the first 50 vehicles. a 50/50 raffle will also be held. For additional information, please call 724-258-5919.
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PLACES TO GO . . .THINGS TO SEE. . . STUFF TO DO . . . JUNE 1 - 18 ART SHOW, SOUTH ARTS - South Arts will open a new themed show, “Windstream,” to run from May 7 through June 18 at the Historic Schoolhouse in Bethel Park, 2600 South Park Road. All art will express the effects of wind and water. The exhibit will be open to the public Wednesdays through Saturdays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. For further information, contact Laura Lutton at 412-513-7573. You can also “like” us on Facebook and receive a free gift of local art at the opening reception. Just print the fan page or show on your mobile device.
FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT - South Hills Assembly of God Church, 2725 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park will host a free family move night on Friday, June 3 at 6:30 p.m. The movie will be “Ratatouille.” Free hot dogs, popcorn and iced tea available at 6:00 p.m. For more information call 412-835-8900 or visit www.southhillsassembly.org.
AUXILIARY STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Friday, June 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monongahela Valley Hospital Central Plaza and Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) at Monongahela Valley Hospital. JUNE 2 Strawberry specialties and many other food FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PRO- items that may be purchased. For more inforGRAM - the first and third Thursdays each mation, call 724-258-1234. month from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, JUNE 4 Venetia. All are welcome. In the case of CAR CRUISE “MOTORING ON THE MON” inclement weather, call Patti at 724-941-6609. - The Monongahela Area Chamber Of Commerce is sponsoring the 5th Annual 4TH ANNUAL MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNA- “Motoring on the Mon” Car Cruise on MENT - Thursday, June 2, MVR Chamber of Saturday, June 4, 2011.Registration will be held Commerce will be having their 4th annual from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Show will begin at Melvin B. Bassi Memorial Golf Tournament at 1:00 PM, and run until 4:00 PM. There is a $5 the Cedarbrook Golf Course, Belle Vernon. fee. 15 trophies will be awarded, and there will Cost is $120/golfer, 4 Man Scramble. This be dash plaques for the first 50 vehicles. a includes fees, morning coffee, donuts, sand- 50/50 raffle will also be held. For additional wich during play, beverages, dinner, door information, please call 724-258-5919. prizes, golfer gift, skill contests, and more. Registration is at 8:00 a.m. and there will be a 13TH ANNUAL “FLEATIQUE ON THE shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. Dinner follows at MON” - This fabulous event will be held in approximately 2:00 p.m. Contact the Chamber Chess Park, and through-out Monongahela and at 724-483-3507 or log on to www.mvrcham- New Eagle on Saturday, June 4, from 8:00 AM ber.org for more information. until 3:00 PM. Crafter and antique dealers will be featured in Chess Park, while flea market JUNE 3 vendors and information booths will be located FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS - on Third Street, beside PNC Bank. Running will be provided from 8:45 to 10:00 a.m. on along a three-mile stretch of Main Street, also Friday, June 3 at the Peters Township Route 88, 837 and 136, in Monongahela and Community Center. The screenings are provid- New Eagle, businesses, churches, and homeed courtesy of Canonsburg General Hospital. owners participate with yard sales, bazaars, For more information call the Community rummage sales and garage sales. Free parking Relations Department at 724-873-5835. and free admission. This event is sponsored by
the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. friends and family as we remember our founder Call the Chamber at 724.258.5919 for more Miss Judy Hopson. Bring a potluck dish. We’ll information. provide supplies so we can all “play in art”. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Good food, good friends, and art FLEA MARKET - will be held Saturday, June 4 activities. Call “Mr. Bill” at 724-413-4648 for from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at V.F.W. Post 1409, 793 information. E. Main St., Monongahela. 2 tables for $5.00 inside, outside spaces $5.00 each. For more JUNE 6 information or to reserve a space, call 724-258- GOLF OUTING – Peters Township Chamber 3013 or 724-258-7476 after 5 p.m. of Commerce 22nd Annual Golf Outing and Fundraiser will be held Monday, June 6 at BOOK SALE - The Monongahela Area Library’s Rolling Hills Country Club to benefit the Peters annual Fleatique Book Sale is planned for June Township Volunteer Fire Dept. Registration 4 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in conjunction with the starts at 11:30 a.m. For more information, call town-wide yard/garage sales and vendor sales. 724-941-6345. Books priced from .25 cents to $3. Older specialty or antique books with higher prices are JUNE 10 - 11 expected to be offered, as well as grab-bags of AUCTION - Held by Paranzino Brothers romance and per bag prices for selected items. Auctioneers. Washington, PA. This sale is For more information, call 724-258-5409. scheduled to be one of our largest auctions. It is so big we have extended the bidding opporSTRAWBERRY FESTIVAL - Peters Creek tunity to include an extra day. Come out to the Presbyterian Church, 250 Brookwood Road, Washington County Fairgrounds on Friday, Venetia, would like to invite the community to June 10 at 4:00pm and Saturday, June 11 at a Strawberry Festival on June 4 from 6:00 to 9:00am to bid on top quality products for all 8:30 p.m. Fried chicken, roast beef, potato your home improvement needs. Inventory salad, baked beans and strawberry shortcake. photos, directions, and answers to all your Kids games and Theme Basket Drawing. Call questions can be obtained through our website for tickets at 724-941-6210. Adult/$10, at www.pbauctions.com. If you have questions, visit www.pbauctions.com or phone us Children/$5, Seniors/$8, Dessert Only/$4. at 330-549-3133. TATE MUSIC GROUP ARTIST RON KING JUNE 10 - 12 will perform June 4 at 5 p.m. at The Washington County Courthouse, 100 W. Beau 20TH ANNUAL STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL St., Washington. King will be performing songs Trax Farms, Friday, June 10 - Sunday, June 12 from his album, His Place. For more informa- from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. All three days will tion, contact Rachel Cunningham at 888-361- be filled with great strawberry treats and activities. Some of the treats include: strawberry 9473 or rcunningham@tatepublishing.com. covered Belgium waffles, sundaes & milkshakes, and slushies. Great food from the grill JUNE 5 ART IN ACTION - the Art in Action Planning like hot dogs and BBQ ham. Some of the activCommittee invites you and your family to join ities are pony rides, petting zoo, train rides, us at Washington Park’s Stone Pavilion, 283 fishing for berries, a bounce house, and a lot Dunn Ave., for our 9th Annual event. Help us more. Pick you own strawberries. Call ahead to gather together in Celebration of life, art, make sure of picking times and dates.
June 2011 ———————————————————————————————————————— JUNE 11 - 12 OPEN TROLLEY CAR WEEKEND Pennsylvania Trolley Museum is very pleased to announce the addition of vintage open trolley car no. 1758 to its operating fleet! The two-day celebration will begin on Saturday June 11 with a special ceremony at 11:00 am to thank the many people that have made this project possible. The event continues on Sunday June 12 from 10:00 am -5:00 PM. The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum is located opposite the Washington County Fairgrounds near 1-79 Exit 41 Race Track Road. Admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (62+), $6 for children (3-15) and free for those 2 and under. There is a family rate of $35 that covers up to 2 adults/seniors and four children. At 1:15 each day there is optional “behind the scenes” tour for an additional $4 that is recommended for adults. For more information go to www.patrolley.org or call 724-228-9256. JUNE 11 5K RACE - On Saturday, June 11 at 9:00 p.m., Peters Township will hold a 5K race starting in Peterswood Park sponsored by the Peters Township Parks and Recreation Center and The Peters Township Cross Country Boosters. There are several categories of runners: husband/wife, parent/child, siblings under 19 years with several age groups also from 10 and under to over 60. Prizes will be given for the top 3 male and top 3 female overall and first place in each age group. Entry fee is $20 if postmarked before June 1. After June 1 the entry fee is $25. Registration can be done by coming into the Peters Township Recreation Center, signing up online at Website; www.peterstownship.com ;go to Parks and Recreation; under the heading of 5K Race or on site prior to the beginning of race. For more information, call 724-942-5000. FLEA MARKET - The South Park Historical Society will sponsor a Flea Market as a fund raiser on Saturday, June 11, at the PAT “Park and Ride” lot located on Pleasant Street in Library, PA. The flea market will run from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Vendor spots are available for $10 each. To obtain a spot, please call 724-348-6406, no later than June 4.
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J.R. TAYLOR MEMORIAL 5K RACE/WALK The Bethel Branch of the Montour Trail will hold its 6th annual JR Taylor Memorial 5K Race/Walk on Saturday, June 11. This is a 5K race/walk along the Bethel Branch of the Montour Trail. The race/walk begins across the street from Washington Elementary School on Clifton Road by Al’s Café with a turnaround near Brush Run Rd. The finish line is just beyond the starting point. The race/walk begins at 8:30 a.m. The top 3 finishers in each age category will receive awards. Immediately following the Race/Walk The Friends of the Montour Trail will host snacks and refreshments and a Chinese Auction. Registration can be completed at runhigh.com or with a paper form. Event day registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. in the Washington Elementary School parking lot at 515 Clifton Road and parking is available at Al’s Café. Preregistration fee is $18 per person through June 9. Registration fee is $20 per person June 10 and 11. Participants may pick up their registration packets on Friday, June 10 between 5 and 7 p.m. in the Washington School parking lot. Registration forms are available at the message boards along the trail. Online registration at www.runhigh.com. For any questions, please contact Cyndee Welsh at 412-8350522, or Phil Ehrman at 412-576-9318 or pehrman@corporateairllc.com. BETHEL PARK CLASS OF 1986 REUNION - Saturday, June 11, 2011 Crowne Plaza Hotel South Hills. 6 – 11 pm. Join the “Bethel Park Senior H.S. Class of 86” group on Facebook or email pdesocio67@gmail.com for details. JUNE 12 ALL YOU CAN EAT SPAGHETTI DINNER An “All-You-Can-Eat” Spaghetti Dinner is planned for Sunday, June 12, 2011 at the Ginger Hill Grange on Route 136. The dinner will be held from 12:00 noon until 6:00 p.m. Dinner costs just $8 for adults, and just $4 for children under age 12. Dinner includes: Drink, Salad, Desert and all you can eat Spaghetti! The wonderful sauce is still made by “Chef Clyde.” Dine in or take out available. The Friends and Family of David Kearns are joining together to hold this dinner as a fundraiser to help David and Darla Baxter Kearns.
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MOBSTER MOTORCYCLE 100 MILE RIDE - Sunday, June 12, Elizabeth Moose Lodge 142, 3rd and Market St., Elizabeth. Registration is at 11:00 a.m. and we will be leaving at noon. $10 per person, includes a poker run for his or her motorcycle jacket from Leather-Up.com (the moose will pick it) and food back at the lodge upon return. All proceeds go to Moose Charities (Children of Mooseheart), so show your Heart and join us for the kids and become part of the MOB. For more information, call 412-384-3436. JUNE 13 DANCING UNDER THE STARS – sponsored by Parents Without Partners. Make new friends and have a good time on Monday, June 13 from 8-11:30 p.m. at Black Ash Grove, South Park. Music of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s with D.J. Steve. Members $7.00, guests $9.00. Pizza and pop provided. For more information, call Barb at 412-855-4308. JUNE 14 FLAG DAY CEREMONY - Tuesday, June 14, 7:00 PM. Chess Park, Monongahela.. CoParticipants include: Monongahela VFW Post #1409; Monongahela Legion Post #302; Carroll Legion Post #949; Finleyville Legion Post #613; Mon Valley Leathernecks; Mid Mon Valley Shipmates; Mon Valley Honor Guard; Joe Walker-Mon Valley; Air Force Association #388; The Retired Enlisted Association #98; Ringold Girl Scouts. A special "Thank you" goes out to: Soloist James Haines, Jr., Bugler Chris Campus, Frye Funeral Home, Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce; William A. Bautz Funeral Home (Flags), City of Monongahela. For more information, please call 724-258-3773 JUNE 15-18 BETHEL PARK HERITAGE PLAYERS Fourth Annual Children’s Show, “The Magic Bookshelf” and “Once Upon a Fairytale”, will take place June 15 and 16 at 6 p.m. June 17 and 18 at 9:30 a.m. at the Bethel Park Community Center. Tickets are $2.00. For more information, visit www.heritageplayers.org.
TRANSFIGURATION PARISH GIANT FLEA MARKET - Located at the Father Leger Hall, Chess Street, Monongahela, Wednesday, June 15 from noon - 5:00 p.m., Thursday, June 16 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Friday, June 17 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., and Saturday, June 18 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Light Refreshments will be available for purchase. JUNE 17 - 18 FLEA MARKET - St. Peters Episcopal Church, located at 4048 Brownsville Road will host a Flea market on Friday, June 17, from 6 p.m. 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 18, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (light lunch available). Please call the church at 412-884-5225 or visit our website, www.stpetersbrentwood.org. JUNE 18 ELRAMA NEIGHBORGHOOD YARD SALES Saturday, June 18 from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Overwhelming participation as like last year.There is something for everyone. Rain date is June 25. There will be health screenings (blood pressure, etc.) at the Elrama Firemen's Social Hall. SAUSAGE AND PANCAKE BREAKFAST There will be a Pancake and Sausage Breakfast held at Windover Hills United Methodist Church located at 6751 Ridge Road in South Park, on Saturday, June 18 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. $5 for adults and $3 for kids 5 to 11 years old. Free for kids under 5. COMMUNITY SIDEWALK SALE - Saturday, June 18, Union Valley Apartments, Finleyville. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Located at 6100, Rt 88 (1/2 mile past Mineral Beach towards Finleyville). This multi-unit sidewalk sale will have something for everyone! For additional info, please call 724-348-5099. FLEA MARKET - Bethel Park Recreation will be holding a flea market on June 18 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Port Authority Park & Ride Lot on Brightwood Road at Lytle Road. Limited spaces are available. Call the Recreation office at 412-831-1328.
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PLACES TO GO . . .THINGS TO SEE. . . STUFF TO DO . . . JUNE 18 GOLF-N-CRUISE – the 18th Annual Practice Tee Golf Center Golf-n-Cruise Day/Nite will be held June 18 from 2-10 p.m. at 3000 Practice Tee Dr., Jefferson Hills. Join us for our annual summer car cruise/show. DJ Charlie Brown, awards, giveaways, 50/50, free minigolf ticket to all registered vehicles. $5 entry fee to be eligible for awards and door prizes. For more information, call Jim at 412-8977475 or jamessprites@comcast.net or Range at 412-653-9422. OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET AT TRAX FARMS - Saturday, June 18. Trax Farms will hold Outdoor Summer Flea Markets again this year! (NO PRE-BOOKING ALL SPACES ARE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE.) Just park in your 10x20 space and pay a $10 fee, collected at 9:00am, to sell right from your vehicle! Bring your own tables and chairs, change and change box, and clean up your area before you leave! It’s that simple! Come and shop early. You will find vendors selling antiques, gifts, collectibles, clothing, apparel, hobbies, food and much more. Whether you’re just browsing or ready to buy, there is something for everyone. Free parking and free admission make this the perfect family outing. Come join the fun at Trax Farms Outdoor Summer Flea Markets. CAR WASH AND FLEA MARKET - The Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church Youth Group will hold a car wash and flea market on June 18 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The group is raising funds to convert a room in the church for use by the Youth Group. Funds will also be used for the group’s mission work. Tables and outdoor spaces for rent for the flea market. Indoor tables are $5 each and 10x10 outdoor spaces are available for $10 each. To reserve a space, call Nikki at 724-483-1032. Space is limited.
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL - A Strawberry Festival is being held at Wright’s United Methodist Church in Venetia on June 18 from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. to raise money for Imagine No Malaria. With your help we can eradicate Malaria in Africa. Come and learn how you can make a difference in a child’s live. ANNUAL GOLF OUTING - The 9th Annual Golf Outing for Elizabeth Township Fire Department No.1 will be held at Butler’s Golf Course in Elizabeth Township on June 18, 7 a.m. check in (please have captain check in by 7:45 a.m.) and shotgun start at 8 a.m. . This event will be a 8 a.m. shotgun start with a steak dinner to follow after your round of golf. Four-man scramble format. Prizes, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place; Hole in One to win a car and other prizes, closest to the hole, longest drive and putt. For more information, contact Damien Michaels at 724-872-7114. JUNE 23 - 25 ST. THOMAS A’ BECKET ANNUAL FESTIVAL - The St. Thomas A’ Becket Annual Festival will be held June 23 - 25 on the Church Property at 139 Gill Hall Rd., Jefferson Hills. 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Special attractions with entertainment and amusement rides. Super auction will feature prizes with various themes with the drawing on Saturday night. Presale tickets for the super auction will be available. The big special on Thursday, June 24 will be Bingo Under the Stars with cash prizes. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and bingo starts at 7:00 p.m. Dinners served each evening. Bake sale, kid’s booth, grab bags, golf game, hockey game, birthday cube game, big cat, homemade donuts, instant bingo, pic-a-tic for various gift baskets, games of chance and raffles. The public is invited to this great event at St. Thomas A’ Becket Church, 139 Gill Hall Rd., Jefferson Hills. For more information, call 412-655-2885 or 412-653-4322.
JUNE 24 - 26 ST. ANTHONY CHURCH FESTA - St. Anthony Festa will be held Friday, June 24 from 5-11 p.m., Saturday, June 25 from 4-11 p.m., and Sunday, June 26 from 3-9 p.m. at Festa Park across from Sheetz in Monongahela. Ethnic food, BBQ, fries, flea market, bingo, games and more. Free live entertainment – Friday – Hubcabs; Saturday – Marcels; Sunday – Dr. Zott. Free admission. JUNE 25 PETERS TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY DAY The 33rd Annual Peters Township Community Day will be held June 25 from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Peterswood Park, 700 Meredith Drive, Venetia. Over 150 food, craft, games and vendor booths. Included are children’s activities and games plus entertainment for the whole family. Don’t forget the evening fireworks display. Shuttle service is available from Peters Township Middle School, 625 East McMurray Rd., and Bower Hill School, 424 Bower Hill Rd. For more information, call 724-942-5000. 23RD ANNUAL PIRATES FAMILY FUN RUN/WALK FOR EPILEPSY - will take place on Saturday, June 25 at PNC Park. This is a 5k run/2mi walk around the North Shore. Following the run/walk we will have our legendary tailgate party on the Clemente Bridge. All proceeds will benefit our friends, family and neighbors with epilepsy/seizure disorders. You can register today at www.efwp.org or call Colleen at 1-800-361-5885. JUNE 26 TROLLEY FAIR AND CLASSIC CAR SHOW - Come to the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum for the Trolley Fair & Classic Car Show on Sunday, June 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. View over 50 fabulous classic cars in the parklike setting of the museum grounds while
enjoying oldies with DJs Fritz and Judy. See the 1911 Rio de Janeiro Open Trolley Car in its debut event. Unlimited trolley rides, diesel locomotive rides, Blaster Bouncer and Slide, balloons and face painting with Rainbow the Clown, bubble fun and other kids’ activities. Admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (62+), $6 for children (ages 3-15), and children under age 2 are free. Family rate of $35 which covers up to two adults and four children. For more information call 724-2289256 or visit the website at www.patrolley.org ANIMAL FRIENDS - Animal Friends will be bringing their Mobile Pet Hospital to Woody’s Dog Wash and Boutique on June 26 between 11:00 a.m. and 3 p.m. Volunteers will wash your dog and all self-serve bath proceeds will go to Animal Friends. Dogs, cats and bunnies up for adoption. Vendors, free giveaways, raffles and more. Woody’s is located at 5843 Brownsville Road. For more information, call 412 714-4644 or visit our website at www.woodysdogbath.com. JUNE 28 MAGIC SHOW - The Monongahela Area Library will host magician Steve Haberman and his “One World - Many Stories” magic show on Tuesday, June 28. The program, which is presented by the Friends of the Library, will begin at 1:00 p.m. in the Activity Room of the library. For more information , call the library at 724-258-5409.
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Bethel Park Kicks Off 125th Anniversary Celebration The municipality of Bethel Park was established on June 7, 1886 and will be celebrating its 125th anniversary this year with many community-wide events. “Kick off week” will be held June 6-12 and the district will be decorated with banners, balloons, and signage. To date, there are over 30 sponsors from local businesses and community groups supporting the celebration. Activities during that week include: • A Time Capsule Dedication Ceremony and Historical Presentation by Kristen Normile, author of the book Bethel Park, from Acadia Publishing’s “Images of America” series. • Cupcake Wars – Submit your recipe for preliminary judging June 6-12. The top two Original artwork by Dianna DelRosso, BPHS sophomore, and graphic design finalists will be featured at the Black and and production by Ocreations Orange Ball on August 27. Send your recipes to bethelpark125@gmail.com. Schools will be helping to celebrate BP’s birthday with activities, contests, and speakers. Upcoming events to celebrate the anniversary will include: • The Bethel Business Bash will be held on Tuesday, June 21 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel at 6 pm and will include dinner, entertainment, and recognition for local companies. • Graveyard Tours will be held in July in the Bethel Cemetery. The Bethel Park Historical Society will make history come alive with stories of important people, places, and events in Bethel Park’s heritage. A second Graveyard Tour is planned for October. • A Black and Orange Ball will be held at the Community Center on August 27 at 6 pm. Join your friends for a fun night of dinner, dancing, and desserts. The winner of Cupcake Wars will be selected by attendees and the Bethel Park Art Guild and South Arts groups will be opening their exhibit featuring creative art of Bethel Park. • The Community Day 125th Bethel Birthday Bash will be September 10 at the Community Center parking lot. The celebration will feature commemorative items, exhibits, live entertainment, a Kids Zone, plus a huge 125th birthday cake and cupcake eating contest provided by Bethel Bakery. There will also be a Police and Fire Department softball game at Purkey Field that day. For complete information go to www.bethelpark.net, call 412-831-6800, or email bethelpark125@gmail.com. Friend the “Bethel Park” group on Facebook for historical facts and event details announced regularly.
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Moms Enjoy a Special Day at Bunola Fire Company
"Girls" of all ages got together on Mother's Day for a fun filled day of Bingo.
Silent competition reigned as players vied for the "specials" and a $500 jackpot.
By Alice Harris Moms at Bunola Fire Company celebrated Mother's Day with an afternoon Mother's Day Bingo and Buffet. The event began with a birthday tribute to the oldest "mom" in attendance, Bern Allegre, who is 97 this month. A $500 jackpot, specials, lots of prizes, good food, and the company of family and friends made for a happy Mother's Day for all.
Bern Allegre celebrated her 97th birthday and Mother's Day in the company of her family and many friends.
Veterans’ Walkway A Great Way to Pay Tribute
Golf Outing to Benefit Elizabeth Township Fire Department The 9th Annual Golf Outing for Elizabeth Township Fire Department No.1 will be held at Butler’s Golf Course in Elizabeth Township on June 18, 2011. This event will begin at 8:00 AM with a Shotgun Start. A steak dinner will follow after your round of golf. This event is a four-man scramble format. Golfers have the chance to win great prizes for first, second, and third place, as well as closest to the hole, longest, drive, longest put, and more! There is also a hole in one contest for a chance to win a car! Rules and prize details will be made available on our website prior to the event. The team fee is $320 per team. Registration and payment must be In by June 11th, 2011. Send Payment to: Elizabeth Township FD #1, 1799 Blythedale Rd., Buena Vista, PA 15018. Additional but optional fees apply the day of the event for Skins: $20 a Team; Mulligans: $5 a player. For questions or additional information, please contact Damien Michaels at 724-872-7114. You can also reach us by Email at 2011golfouting@etfd1.com or visit our website: www.etfd1.com
In 2000, the Washington County Council on Economic Development began the Veterans’ Walkway, which was part of a larger project, the 2001 restoration of the old B & O passenger railway station, located on Main Street in downtown Washington. The station is currently home to the Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency. The walkway was created to pay tribute to all who have served or are serving in any branch of the U.S. Military. The veteran tributes on the walkway are framed with messages from sponsors, corporations, political officials and service organizations. If you are interested in purchasing a brick to honor a veteran or would like to sponsor the Veterans’ Walkway, please call 724225-8321 for more information.
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Upcoming Meetings of The South Hills Friends of the Montour Trail The South Hills Friends of the Montour Trail is a group of individuals interested in the maintenance, improvement and promotion of 11 miles of Montour Trail from Library (Milepost 35.3) to Clairton (Milepost 46.3). Regular meetings of the Friends group are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM at the South Park Township Community Center, located behind the Township Building. The June 2011 meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 8 and the July 2011 meeting will be Montour Trail volunteers attempting to remove a dam held on July 13. Individuals causing a 4 foot deep pond in Piney Fork Creek during interested in the Montour April's stream cleanup. The dam won, but the volunteers Trail are encouraged to removed 5 tires and 12 bags of trash. attend. Additional information concerning the trail may be obtained on the Montour Trail website at www.montourtrail.org. Activities concerning the entire Montour Trail and links to the sites of other western Pennsylvania trails are also posted on the web site. Check out the new look of our website.
Flea Market Scheduled in South Park The South Park Historical Society will sponsor a Flea Market as a fund raiser on Saturday, June 11, 2011, at the PAT “Part and Ride” lot located on Pleasant Street in Library, PA. The flea market will run from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Vendor spots are available for $10 each. To obtain a spot, please call 724-348-6406, no later than June 4.
Services Provided for Victims of Domestic Violence You are not alone. You do not have to suffer in silence. Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA provides a support group for women who have been or who currently are in abusive relationships. It is a confidential, low pressure, safe place to be yourself. Support groups are held during both morning and evening hours. For more information, call 724-223-9190 or 1-800791-4000 or in Greene County call 724-852-2463. If your organization, church, sports team, or school is hosting a summer event or program, Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA has a variety of anti-violence presentations that are suitable for ages pre-school through college. If you are interested in scheduling a presentation for your event, contact our Education and Training Department at 724-223-5477 or wwsedu@earthlink.net.
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Ginger Hill Grange Holds Open House Fundraiser Check Presented to Mon Library On Sunday, March 27th, a Spaghetti Dinner was held to help the Monongahela Library reach their goal to get a new roof. Grange members, friends and family of the library and the Girl Scouts baked cookies, cakes and other special items for the fundraiser. They served dinners, did dishes and worked very hard to make this event fun for everyone. There were workers of all ages and everyone blended together and pitched in and Alaina Carney with her mom. made things go very smoothly. The parents of these young adults and children are very proud of these kids as they put smiles on the people who came and worked with them or sat to be served their dinners. A big “thanks” goes to everyone who came out to support our local library. This event netted the Monongahela Library $4,185.00 towards their new roof. Marge Hunter handed a check over to Elina Flander, Monongahela Librarian, and Susan Price, Treasurer of the Friends of the Library, during the open house held the following Friday evening, April 1. Each year the Grange participates in the “Send a Child To Camp” program. Marge Hunter presented a check to Alaina Carney to attend Diabetic Camp this year. The speaker for this evening was Dr. Phillip Reilly. He generously shared his photographs (via a slide show) of Ireland. Ginger Hill Grange meets the first and third Friday each month at 7:00 p.m. We are here to help our community … and you are part of our community. Everyone is welcome to come and see what the Grange is about. We love having people come through our doors. Please feel to join us, and ask questions. We want you to meet us. And we want to meet you. The G.H. Grange surprised one of its own, Arlesse Shanley, with the Granger of the Year Award. Friends from high school and her family were there to see Arlesse receive this honor.
Community Service Chairman, Marge Hunter, presented a check to Elina Filander, Monongahela Librarian, and Susan Price, Treasurer of The Friends of the Library.
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Up Close and Personal With A Marcellus Drilling Rig Finleyville VFD Tours A Chesapeake Energy Drilling Site By Paul Chasko
It's a nice climb up to the drilling platform. The Trax Farms Drill Rig - Up and drilling.
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n May 4, 2011, members of the Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department (FVFD) toured the Trax Farms Marcellus Drilling Site in Union Township and got a firsthand look at what they would encounter in the unlikely event they ever needed be called to the site to assist in an emergency. Trailers housing off-shift workers are located on the drilling pad. This means that drilling company personnel would be first responders to any incident that might occur and local fire departments would be in a back-up role. Planning for the tour began in April just after an informational exchange meeting was hosted for Chesapeake Energy by the FVFD with other local volunteer fire departments in attendance. Thanks to Chesapeake, the tour was timely in that it occurred during active drilling operations. Members of the FVFD found the tour to be interesting, informative and noisy. The noise level within the noise abatement fencing surrounding the drilling pad was high but the fencing was noted to be effective in attenuating the noise outside the enclosure. The folks from Chesapeake were extremely helpful during the tour. At the time of the tour they were into the Marcellus shale layer about 7,000 feet below the surface and the drilling was on-going without incident. Their schedule looks as though the shale fracturing (fracking) operation to release the gas from the shale layer and well capping should be completed by the end of July. The drilling rig will then be disassembled and moved to another site where the process will begin again - possibly in Greene County. Chesapeake is permitted to drill up to 3 wells at the Trax Farm's site but currently plan to
drill only one. The horizontal section of the well bore is off to the Northwest from the vertical shaft. Depending on the content of the gas removed from the well, there may be temporary storage tanks left at the Trax Farm site holding liquid byproducts from the well such as propane, butane, and ethane until tankers move the liquids off to processing facilities. A small compressor may be part of the equipment left on the site after capping. (Special Thanks: Information courtesy of Stacey Brodak (Chesapeake Director of Corporate Development; Photos courtesy of Finleyville Fireman and Photographer Bill Grubbs.)
Firemen get a look at the business end of the drill.
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Open Trolley Car Weekend at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Pennsylvania Trolley Museum is very pleased to announce the addition of vintage open trolley car no. 1758 to its operating fleet! Having a restored open car to operate for its visitors has been a long-time goal of the Museum and many thousands of hours have been expended on its restoration since its arrival in June of 2006 from Orlando, FL. The Museum is also celebrating its 100th birthday since it was built in 1911. The celebration will begin on Saturday June 11 with a special ceremony at 11am to thank the many people that have made this project possible. The event continues on Sunday June 12 from 105pm. We plan to operate the car every weekend this summer until Labor Day. This brightly painted trolley is a classic example of a “picnic” or “summer” car that features long varnished wood benches, no sides, and upper windows embossed with a chipped glass design. This “breezer” trolley was a type that was popular in the two decades before World War I, particularly for taking families to the amusement park or out for a night in the cool air. The car was acquired from the City of Orlando, Florida thanks to individual donations and a grant from the Allegheny Foundation donated the funds necessary to restore this rare car back to operational condition. Project manager Bob Alexander led a team of volunteers who spent over five years and 10,000 plus hours restoring the car. They were assisted by Lyons Industries of Ebensburg, PA who overhauled and regauged its running gear and United Industrial Group of Washington, PA who overhauled it four traction motors. Through their efforts this onehundred year-old streetcar now runs like new! The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum is located opposite the Washington County Fairgrounds. Open Monday-Friday 10-4 and Saturday & Sunday 10-5. $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (62+), $6 for children (3-15) and free for those 2 and under. Family rate of $35 that covers up to 2 adults/seniors and four children. For more information go to www.patrolley.org or call 724-228-9256.
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5K Race in Peters Township Set for June 11
South Park Library Friends’ Will Hold End of Fiscal Year Meeting
On Saturday, June 11 at 9:00 p.m., Peters Township will hold a 5K race starting in Peterswood Park sponsored by the Peters Township Parks and Recreation Center and The Peters Township Cross Country Boosters. There are several categories of runners: husband/wife, parent/child, siblings under 19 years with several age groups also from 10 and under to over 60. Prizes will be given for the top 3 male and top 3 female overall and first place in each age group. Pre-registered runners will be guaranteed T-shirts and will be given to runners on race day; there will be some T-shirts available at the race on a first come first serve basis for those not pre-registered. The entry fee is $20 if postmarked before June 1. After June 1 the entry fee is $25. Join us in fitness fun or come and cheer for your favorite runner! Registration can be done by coming into the Peters Township Recreation Center, signing up online at Website; www.peterstownship.com ;go to Parks and Recreation; under the heading of 5K Race or on site prior to the beginning of race. For more information, call the Peters Township Park and Recreation office at 724-9425000.
The Friends of South Park Library will be holding their year end fiscal meeting Thursday, June 23 at 7 p.m. in library’s “Teenage” section. Any member is welcome along with anyone interested in joining the Friends. Come see what they are about and what they do. The Friends are a volunteer group, who raise funds each year for equipment, furniture, books, services, programs, classes. All of these services are available not only to South Park residents but anyone, who uses the library including Finleyville. Enjoy South Park Library and services? Come to meeting and help with some ideas. Friends are always looking for new suggestions.
Oliver Miller Homestead Leads a Tour "Into the Gardens" On the frontier, grocery stores and pharmacies did not exist. Those who made the journey to Western Pennsylvania grew and raised their own food and many medicinal plants. To better understand the importance of their crops to the pioneers, the members of the Oliver Miller Homestead Association invite you to join them at the Homestead in South Park on Sunday, June 26, from 1:30 until 4:30 p.m. as they feature the Homestead’s gardens. Learn about the many plantings from flax and rye to herbs and vegetables. Pioneer methods of cultivation will be discussed and the culinary and medicinal uses of herbs will be explained. Guides will be on hand at the various gardens on site to talk about what is growing and its uses. The associates, in period dress, will also conduct tours of the Stone House, the springhouse, the log house, the forge, demonstration shed, and the barn, and will present ongoing demonstrations of spinning, weaving, quilting, open hearth cooking, blacksmith work, and the use of hand tools to make everyday items. The Trading Post, which is located in the barn, will be open for business with books, trade goods, and items made at the Homestead available for sale. For more information, call 412 835-1554 or check the website at www.olivermiller.org.
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Canonsburg General Hospital Offers Safe Sitter Classes Tips and Lessons for Babysitters A one-day Safe Sitter class will be offered from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the McNary Conference Center at Canonsburg General Hospital on Thursday, June 16 and Wednesday, June 29, 2011. Safe Sitter is a medically oriented instruction series that teaches boys and girls, ages 11 to 13, how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. Babysitters learn basic lifesaving techniques, safety tips to prevent accidents, how and when to summon help, basic child care tips and age appropriate activities. The cost of the program is $40 and includes all class material and a Safe Sitter t-shirt. To register or for more information, call toll free 1-877-284-2000.
Book Memorials For Dad South Park Library to Honor Father’s Day South Park Library will be providing special book memorials for deceased fathers. You may honor a living dad with a book at the South Park Library “In His Honor”. A book plate with dad’s name and donor will be placed inside of book’s cover. This is a nice way to remember dad on “HIS” day. Cost of a book is $40. Anyone interested in purchasing a book may do so right away in time for Father’s Day. He will be sent card telling him a book has been placed in library in his honor. When book comes in from book company, he’ll be notified and may come to see “HIS” book. Area of interest, if any, can be incorporated into this donation/request. Just let Head Librarian Sharon Bruni know what subjects are of interest to him. No special interest? One will be picked for him by Sharon. Need more info, call 412 833-5585. Memorials and “In Honor Of” book requests for anyone are taken by Sharon all year long. Any occasion such as a birthday is a great way to celebrate mom, dad, etc. even children‘s special day. Children love to see their name in a book on library shelves.
Monongahela Area Historical Society Selling Cook Book Ad Space The Monongahela Area Historical Society is now selling advertising space to local businesses and organizations for their Cook Book. Ad costs will be as follows: • Inside Cover $150 • Inside Back Cover $150 • Cover Page $60 • 1/4 Page ad $25 • Single Name $10 All proceeds benefit the historical society. If your business would be interested in placing an advertisement in the Cook Book, please contact Susan Bowers at 724258-2377. We will need camera ready artwork.
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Pleasant Hills Announces 2011 Summer Recreation Registration Dates 2011 Summer Recreation Registration will be held at the Pleasant Hills Municipal Building in the Community Room, 1st floor on the following dates: Thursday, June 2, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Saturday, June 11, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. • The dates above are the only dates to register your child/children. There will be no registration on the first day of summer recreation or thereafter.
The registration fee is $50 per child. Discount family rate: $40/second child, $30/ third child and $20/fourth child. Please have proof of residency. Children must be registered by Parent or Legal Guardian. No Exceptions. The program consists of crafts, sports, and interactive play. There will be four field trips along with the annual recreation picnic. During recreation hours, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 noon, children ages 5 through 8 will report to the Community Room in the Borough Building and ages 9 through 12 report to Mowry Park, Shelter #4. During the six-week recreation program starting Monday, June 27 and ending Friday, August 5, the sprinklers in Pleasant Kingdom will be turned on from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday weather permitting. Also, part of the program is the Wednesday Night Movies in Mowry Park. This year's movies are: TBA All movies will be shown on Wednesday nights starting at dusk around 8:45 p.m. (Rain date will be the following Thursday evening)
The Sixth Annual J.R. Taylor Memorial 5K Race/Walk Proceeds to Benefit Montour Trail The Bethel Branch of the Montour Trail will hold its 6th annual JR Taylor Memorial 5K Race/Walk on Saturday, June 11. The JR Taylor Memorial 5K Race/Walk is a combined effort of the sponsors and The Friends of the Montour Trail in Bethel Park. All proceeds from this event support trail maintenance and improvements along the trail. This is a 5K race/walk along the Bethel Branch of the Montour Trail. The race/walk begins across the street from Washington Elementary School on Clifton Road by Al's Café with a turnaround near Brush Run Rd. The finish line is just beyond the starting point. The race/walk begins at 8:30 a.m. The top 3 finishers in each age category will receive awards. Immediately following the Race/Walk The Friends of the Montour Trail will host snacks and refreshments and a Chinese Auction. Registration for the event can be completed online at runhigh.com or with a paper form. Event day registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. in the Washington Elementary School parking lot at 515 Clifton Road in Bethel Park and parking is available in the upper section of Al's Café parking lot. Pre-registration fee is $18 per person through June 9. Registration fee is $20 per person June 10 and 11. All pre-registered participants will receive a t-shirt, and a raffle ticket for a Chinese Auction. Participants may pick up their registration packets on Friday, June 10 between 5 and 7 p.m. in the Washington School parking lot. Registration forms are available at the message boards along the trail. Online registration for the race is available at pehrman@corporateairllc.com.
All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner at Ginger Hill Grange An "All-You-Can-Eat" Spaghetti Dinner is planned for Sunday, June 12, 2011 at the Ginger Hill Grange on Route 136. The dinner will be held from 12:00 noon until 6:00 p.m. Dinner costs just $8 for adults, and just $4 for children under age 12. Dinner includes: Drink, Salad, Desert and all you can eat Spaghetti! The wonderful sauce is still made by “Chef Clyde.” Dine in or take out available.The Friends and Family of David Kearns are joining together to hold this dinner as a fundraiser to help David and Darla Baxter Kearns.
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WCFCU Celebrates Credit Union Youth Week On Saturday, April 30th Washington Community Federal Credit Union (WCFCU) celebrated Credit Union Youth Week with a free community event at their branch at 440 Racetrack Road in Washington. The Credit Union holds this event annually to encourage young people to learn more about spending and saving wisely, and to reach out to the local community by offering complimentary food, beverages, and entertainment. Games2U was onsite with their mobile video game theater and the 'Hamster Ball' which allowed kids and adults to crawl in and roll around the parking lot. The North Strabane Fire and Police Departments talked to kids about safety, and Andy the Ambulance interacted with guests. WJPA Radio broadcasted live from 9:00 am until 11:00 am and attendees got to spin the prize wheel for a chance at a cash giveaway. The Credit Union also sold Sarris chocolate bars and chinese auction tickets to benefit the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. In all, the Credit Union's Relay team raised over $5,200 for the cause. Anyone who lives, works, worships or attends school in Washington or Greene County can belong to the Credit Union. Products and services offered include savings accounts, checking accounts, auto, home and personal loans, VISA credit cards and free online banking and online bill pay. Learn more about Washington Community Federal Credit Union at www.washingtoncommunityfcu.com.
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Summer Tutoring Offered at Monongahela Library The Monongahela Area Library will have tutors on hand this summer for two very different areas of instruction. Monday afternoons between 1 and 4 p.m. in June and July, Waynesburg University student Andrea Siciliano will be offering tutoring to elementary or middle school students who want to keep their skills sharp over the summer months. Siciliano, a 2009 Ringgold High School graduate is part of a program offered at only 27 colleges nationwide, the Bonner Scholarship Program. The scholarship program requires recipients to donate time to non-profits each semester. She will also be helping with the Summer Reading Club program, working at the circulation desk, and assisting people with their library searches, as an education major she was also interested in helping younger students specifically. “I plan to make a difference in the area through the various programs the library provides for its patrons,” said Siciliano. “Furthermore, I want to offer my tutoring services to the youth of the community.” The sessions are free of charge, but students must bring a work book or study guide with them. Sessions must be scheduled in advance. The library is also scheduling complementary computer tutorials for adults who want to learn how to use a computer, brush up on computer skills they have forgotten, or learn more about areas with which they are unfamiliar. A Monongahela resident, Mary Lou Mills, who recently retired from the Pittsburgh office of a non-profit agency will be offering one-on-one tutorials on select dates this summer. “We’re very lucky to have two such wonderful programs from volunteers,” noted library director Elina Filander. “Andrea’s time with us is a real blessing for parents who feel their child might need a little more formal instruction than they can offer, and Mary Lou is a very patient person who will be able to especially help some of our older residents who find more and more things require computer use.” For more info, call the library at 724258-5409 or stop by the library at 813 W. Main St., Monongahela
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BCR Lions Club and MonongahelaDonora Lions Club Participates in Multiple Sclerosis Walk
MS Walk Participants - Front (kneeling): Jeana Beilstein, Elizabeth Paul, Ashley Gray, Christina Dellapenna, Cassidy Vuono, Sarah Seader, Bailea Micjan, and Leah Seader. Back(standing): Stan Seader, Brenda Ford, Brooke LaBrasca, Aubrey Marcolini, Jordan Teagarden, Zach Beilstein, Josh Seader, Amanda Seader, and Linda Seader.
On Sunday, May 1, the Bethlehem Center Leo Club, BCR Lions Club and the Monongahela-Donora Lions Club participated in the Multiple Sclerosis Walk at the Tanger Outlets in Washington, Pa. The team raised $700 for the MS Society. The clubs walked in honor Dave Thompson, Amanda Seader, Leah Seader, Stan Seader, of BCR Lions Member, Rosemarie Andrako, and George Andrako. Stanley Seader, who has MS. Leo members participating were: Bailea Micjan, Cassidy Vuono, Chris Lacey, Jeana Beilstein, Zach Beilstein, Jordan Teagarden, Brooke LaBrasca, Aubrey Marcolini, Ashley Gray, Christina Dellapenna, Elizabeth Paul, Erik Bolin, Alyssa Patterson, Matt Sabatini, Sam Caprini, Angelica Sabatini, Lucas Diethorn, Collyn Fisher, and Leah Seader. Also participating were Monongahela-Donora Lions Club Members, Dave Thompson, Lynn Thompson, Rosemarie Andrako, George Andrako. BCR Lions Members, Mark Ford, Stan Seader, Linda Seader, and Amanda Seader came and supported the MS Society. Hundreds of people walked to raise money, to find a cure, and walked in honor of family members. MS is a disease of the central nervous system that affects more than 2.5 million people worldwide.
13th Annual “Fleatique on the Mon” Saturday June 4 Get ready for the 13th annual “Fleatique on the Mon.” This fabulous event will be held in Chess Park, and through-out Monongahela and New Eagle on Saturday, June 4, from 8:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Crafter and antique dealers will be featured in Chess Park, while flea market vendors and information booths will be located on Third Street, beside PNC Bank. Running along a three-mile stretch of Main Street, also Route 88, 837 and 136, in Monongahela and New Eagle, businesses, churches, and homeowners participate with yard sales, bazaars, rummage sales and garage sales. Free parking and free admission.This event is sponsored by the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. Call the Chamber at 724.258.5919 for more information.
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Finleyville Residents Asked to Inspect and Repair Their Mailboxes The U.S. Postal Service Asking all Finleyville Homeowners to take a few minutes to Inspect and Repair their Mailboxes. "Repairing suburban and rural mailboxes improves the appearance of our community and makes delivering and receiving mail safer for our carriers and customers," said Postmaster Peggie Bednar. The Postal Service makes this annual request because of the wear and tear that occurs to mailboxes every year. "This is especially important after the effects of last winter," she adds. Some of the typical activities that may need to be done include: • Replacing loose hinges on a mailbox door. • Repainting a mailbox that may have rusted or started peeling. • Remounting a mailbox post if loosened. • Replacing or adding house numbers. "If a homeowner plans to install a new mailbox or replace a worn one, he or she must use only Postal Service-approved traditional, contemporary or locking full/limited service mailboxes," said Bednar. "Customers should be careful when purchasing curbside mail receptacles because the use of unapproved boxes is prohibited. Customers may use a custom-built mailbox, but they must consult with my office to ensure it conforms to guidelines applying to flag, size, strength, and quality of construction." For more information on the use of names or numbers on mailboxes, or answers to any other questions, contact Postmaster Peggie Bednar at 724-348-7277 or call your local postmaster at 1-800-275-8777.
Paranzino Brothers Announces HUGE Auction in Washington Potential Big Savings For Your Home Remodeling Projects Paranzino Brothers Auctioneers is the area's leading building material auction company conducting over 50 public home improvement auctions a year. Paranzino Brothers Auctioneers was founded by brothers Tim and Tom Paranzino, who have been involved in every aspect of the auction and construction industry. We focus on building a large inventory from major manufacturers and distributors of building materials and related products selling top quality product. Our building material auctions take place in major markets within Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. Because of our commitment to honesty and integrity, Paranzino Brothers Auctioneers has become the most trusted name in the building material auction industry. You have a huge opportunity to get in on the action by attending the upcoming sale in Washington, PA just minutes from Pittsburgh. This sale is scheduled to be one of our largest auctions. It is so big we have extended the bidding opportunity to include an extra day. Come out to the Washington County Fairgrounds on Friday, June 10 at 4:00pm and Saturday, June 11 at 9:00am to bid on top quality products for all your home improvement needs. Information such as inventory photos, directions, and answers to all your questions on this and all of our sales can be obtained through our website at www.pbauctions.com. Wondering what you will find? You name it and we have probably sold it! The most popular items we sell include interior and exterior doors, windows, trim, hardwood and laminate flooring, carpet, ceramic tile, floor trusses, composite decking, high end kitchen cabinets, jacuzzi tubs, plumbing and electrical fixtures, name brand tools and much more! Typically, all items are sold in the same fashion as your local lumber yard. For example, flooring is sold by the square foot, trim by the lineal foot, windows and doors by the piece. While, this may be the standard, it is at the auctioneer’s discretion as to how items are sold. Never been to an auction…we make it simple. Make certain to listen to the auctioneer. They will detail exactly how an item will be sold before beginning the sale of an item. Whenever in doubt, ask the auctioneer any questions before they begin selling. If you have questions, please feel free to visit the website at www.pbauctions.com or phone us at 330-549-3133 and get yourself out to this incredible savings opportunity at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Washington, PA, Friday, June 10th at 4pm and Saturday, June 11th at 9am.
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Construction Underway on the J.R. Taylor Memorial Bridge on the Montour Trail By Tracy Fedkoe More than ten years in development, construction is now underway on the J.R. Taylor Memorial Bridge that will connect the Bethel Park and Peters Township portions of the Montour Trail and cross Clifton Road. The idea and fundraising started back in 1999 and kicked into high gear in 2004 when Brentwood A rendering of the finished J.R. Taylor Memorial Bridge Bank donated the sign posted courtesy of Montour Trail Council. asking people to “Help Bridge this Gap”. Less than a month later, Century Steel Erectors and the Taylor family of the South Hills decided to put themselves behind the project and the bridge was named in the honor of their former superintendent, J.R. Taylor, who had just recently away. Contractor Mingo Creek Construction began the project in February and it is on schedule, according to Tom Prezel, Co-chair of the Engineering and Construction Committee for the Montour Trail Council. Currently the abutments are being put in for the placement of the steel structure. The structure is being created by American Bridge Manufacturing and should be arriving in June for assembly. “It’s a long lead item, but it’s just about finished up,” Prezel said. The project is estimated at a little over $1 million. “Century Steel Erectors has done a lot of pro bono work and had a lot of volunteers helping with the fabrication,” said Prezel. Fundraising will now be used for maintenance and upkeep of the trail and bridge. The 6th Annual J.R.Taylor 5K Race on the Montour Trail will be held on June 11th at 8:30 am. Runners will begin on Clifton Road near the Highfield Apartments and turn around at the Brush Run loop. Refreshments will be served, prizes awarded, and a Chinese auction will be held immediately following the race. Preregistration is recommended and forms are available in the trail boxes or by contacting Cyndee Welsh at cyndee5011@verizon.net. Participants can also register Friday, June 10 in the Washington school parking lot from 5-7 pm, on Saturday morning beginning at 7:30 am, or online at www.runhigh.com.
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Monongahela River Buffs Meetings Learn About the History and Heritage of the Mon River Buff member Jay Mohney was the guest speaker at the Monongahela River Buffs first meeting of the year at the River Museum (175 Second St. in Monongahela) on Tuesday, May 17. His topic was “The New Orleans: The First Steamboat on Western Rivers, 1811 and Later Celebrations." Jay traced the history of the construction of the New Orleans in Pittsburgh and it’s voyage down the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers to New Orleans (and its subsequent career.) This voyage initiated the steamboat era on western rivers. He then, using digitalized photos, indicated how Pittsburgh celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the event in 1911. It was a huge river celebration involving dozens of steamboats, including a replica of the New Orleans, and thousands of people at the Mon wharf. The 200th anniversary, this year, is largely going unnoticed, he added. The guest speaker for the June 21 meeting will be Barbara Ritts from Braddock who has an active interest in river history. She will relate the fascinating story of her Granddad, Capt. Charles Ritts. He rose from being a deckhand in the early 1900s to soon becoming a pilot/master and then the long-time superintendent of transportation for Crucible Steel Corporation. The Museum is open on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. or by appointment. For information, contact George Hutchko at 724-258-6231, Bill Goettel at 724258-8808 or Dr. J.K. Folmar I at 724-938-7856 or folmar@zoominternet.net.
2nd Annual Ken Wiltz Big Wheel Race August 28 Get ready for the 2nd Annual Ken Wiltz Big Wheel Race sponsored by the Monongahela Chamber of Commerce and the YMCA, Sunday, August 28, 4:00 p.m. until dusk. Dust of your kid’s Big Wheel (or anything else with 3 wheels that you can ride down a steep hill.) Must be 18 years or older to participate, cost is $5. To get an idea of what this race will be like, search San Francisco Big Wheel Race on your computer. There will be food, fun, crazy people and prizes for the most original vehicle, craziest costume, and fastest team. Get a team together and challenge a friendly enemy or do your own thing. For more information, call 724-258-5556.
Canonsburg General Hospital to Hold Blood Drive A blood drive will be held at Canonsburg General Hospital from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Friday, June 17 in the McNary Conference Center. Donors must be at least 17 years of age to donate. Please bring identification with you on the day of the blood drive. To schedule your life saving appointment, please contact Carla Evans at 724-873-5891 or log on to www.centralbloodbank.org and enter sponsor code W0020007.
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Monongahela Valley Hospital Kicks Off Capital Campaign at its Twenty Third Gala Guests had to check their calendars to make sure it wasn’t Cinquo de Mayo when they entered the ballroom at the Westin Convention Center for Monongahela Valley Hospital’s twenty-third gala — “A Mexican Fiesta” — on May 21, which was sponsored by the Mon-Vale Health Resources Fund Development Committee. A mariachi band played in the room that was blazing with vivid colors to set the mood for MVH’s celebration of growth and new beginnings. One of the many highlights of the festive evening was when Louis J. Panza Jr., CEO of MVH, announced the kickoff of the Cheryl Timko and Lou Panza, CEO Hospital’s capital campaign to the more than of MVH were all smiles at the event. 500 supporters in attendance including, elected officials, physicians, staff and friends of the hospital. “As we move forward — not just as a hospital — but as the Mon Valley community — we need to work together to make our region a great place to live, work and visit,” said Mr. Panza. “Monongahela Valley Hospital is doing its part by offering highquality medical care that meets the needs of our patients and acts as an economic stimulator for our community.” The capital campaign will help finance a $25 million construction project that includes upgrading surgical capacity with Dan Simmons Shows off his Mexican style! four new operating suites, expanding the post-anesthesia care unit, providing the latest technology for cancer therapy and wound care, and enhancing hospital support systems. “This expansion project will build on our strengths in wound care, surgery and cancer treatment and allow the hospital to remain on the cutting edge in the delivery of medical care,” Mr. Panza told the audience. “This will be the MVH’s largest renovation and expansion since the construction of the new hospital in 1976. And, it is a true community project. We are building for the community — with the community. That’s why your support is so important.” The Mon Vale Development Health Resources Fund Development Committee was formed in 1988. The Committee raised approximately $ 129,000 from the Mexican Fiesta bringing proceeds from the 23 Galas to more than $2.3 million. Gala 23 began at 6 p.m. with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres followed by dinner at 7 p.m. The evening concluded with a coffee bar and dancing by Pure Gold. See additional photos from this event in our website photo gallery. Visit www.unionfinley.com
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Donahue Family Proudly Announces 6th "Shamrock Shootout"
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Grab Your Golf Clubs, Make a Donation ...... or Both! For the past 5 years, the Donahue Family of Southwell Drive in South Park, has organized a charity golf outing - the "Shamrock Shootout". The Shamrock Shootout is an annual event established in 2006 by the children, husband, and extended family of Jane Donahue. All proceeds go to the Jane Donahue Tuition Fund established in her memory, which provides financial assistance to families who wish to send their children to St. Joan of Arc School. We are pleased to report that over the past 5 years, over $41,000 has been raised for the fund, thanks to the generous contributions of friends, family and sponsors. This year’s Shamrock Shootout will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 16, at Lindenwood Golf Club in McMurray. If you would like additional information or would like to participate in the event, make a donation, or sponsor a hole ($200 minimum), contact Mike Donahue Sr. at mjdirish57@verizon.net. Make checks payable to Jane Donahue Tuition Fund, and send to Mike Donahue, 2028 Southwell Drive, South Park, PA 15129. The Donahue Family receives no payments nor does it benefit personally from this event. All funds collected (with the exception of start up funds $400) are given to St. Joan of Arc School for the Jane Donahue Tuition Fund. We thank you for your continued support, and ask for you prayers for good weather on July 16 as well as another successful Shamrock Shootout.
Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern Pennsylvania Bullying, Cyberbullying, Dating Violence Programs Also Offered Washington Women's Shelter, Inc. has changed our name to Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern Pennsylvania. The Education and Training Department of Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA offers a variety of prevention programs focusing on educating our youth. From pre-school through the teen years, our anti-violence programs include Hands Are Not for Hitting, Bullying, Cyberbullying, and Dating Violence. Whatever the setting, from day care centers to summer camp programs to youth groups, we tailor our programs to your audience. We offer programs to parents as well. If you are in a violent relationship we can help. Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA provides assistance to victims of domestic violence. We can help with safe shelter and support services. Looking for a comfortable, confidential atmosphere where you can discuss your current or previous abusive relationship? Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA provides a low-pressure support group that will help.To find out more, call 724-223-9190 or 1-800791-4000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In Greene County, call 724-852-2463. Start working on brighter days today!
Ringgold Graduation Ceremony June 8 The Ringgold High School Graduation ceremony will be held Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at 7:00 PM at the Joe Montana Stadium. (weather permitting). In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the school gymnasium. Ringgold High School is honored to have Ms. Beth Dolinar, as the keynote speaker that evening.A reception will be held in the school cafeteria immediately following commencement.
Dean Sherwin uses hand shears to shear a sheep while Joe Pelan of Bethel Park looks on.
The Oliver Miller Homestead held its annual Wool Day in May when a local shearer used hand shears to demonstrate how our ancestors would have sheared their sheep. Other activities included a demonstration of various natural dyes and the resulting colors of wool that was done at the fire pit. In the kitchen docents cooked lamb stew and wilted dandelions using the open hearth.
Leah Briner of Canonsburg and Dawn Wagner of Carrick work at dying wool with onion skins.
Judy Mackenroth shows the result of natural dyes as Caroline Smith of Pleasant Hills views the skeins.
Book Sale Planned in Monongahela The Monongahela Area Library’s annual Fleatique Book Sale is planned for June 4 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in conjunction with the town-wide yard/garage sales and vendor sales.Books priced from .25 cents to $3 are among the features of the book sale. A few older specialty or antique books with higher prices are expected to be offered, as well as grab-bags of romance and per bag prices for selected items. The library is located at 813 W. Main St. in Monongahela. For more information, call the library at 724-258-5409.
A Trip to See The Big Apple Valley Inn VFD Sponsoring Day Trip to New York City The Valley Inn Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary is sponsoring a day trip to New York City. The bus will depart from the Valley Inn fire station located at 810 Dry Run Road, Monongahela on Friday, August 26 at 11:30 p.m., arrive in New York City at approx. 8:00 a.m., August 27 and then depart for home at 8:00 p.m. that same day. While in NY you are free to spend the day as you like, sightseeing, shopping, etc. The trip is open to anyone, but children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The cost of the trip is $100 and is non-refundable. All money is due by July 15. Bus seating is on a first come-first serve basis and your seat will be held once the fee is paid in full. For more information, please contact Joy at 724-258-2180.
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Farms 12 servings (1 shortcake & about 1/2 cup filling each) Active Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 1 hour INGREDIENTS Shortcakes 2 cups cake flour, plus more for dusting 1 cup white whole-wheat flour, or whole-wheat pastry flour (see Ingredient Note) 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 4 tablespoons (2 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, (Neufchâtel) 1/4 cup canola oil 1 large egg, lightly beaten 3 tablespoons nonfat buttermilk, (see Tip) Filling 4 cups sliced hulled strawberries, (about 1 1/4 pounds whole) 3 tablespoons sugar 1/2 cup whipping cream 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream PREPARATION To prepare shortcakes: Preheat oven to 400°F. Whisk cake flour, whole-wheat flour, sugar and baking powder in a large bowl. Cut in butter using two knives or a pastry cutter until the pieces are about the size of peas. Cut in cream cheese until it’s the size of peas. Drizzle oil over the mixture; stir with a fork until just combined (the mixture will be crumbly). Make a well in the center and add egg and buttermilk. Gradually stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients with a fork until the mixture is evenly moist. Knead the mixture in the bowl two or three times until it holds together. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Dust with flour and roll into an 8-by-10-inch rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Cut the edges square using a butter knife. Cut the dough into 12 equal shortcakes.Transfer to a baking sheet. Bake the shortcakes until puffed and lightly golden, about 20 minutes. Let cool slightly. To prepare filling: Toss strawberries with sugar in a medium bowl.Whisk whipping cream in a medium bowl until it’s thick and holds its shape, 1 to 2 minutes.Whisk in sour cream until combined. To serve, split the shortcakes horizontally. Spoon the berries and juice onto the bottoms, top with the cream mixture and replace the shortcake tops. Recipe provided in partnership with Eating Well magazine and chef, Katie Webster.
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That Old House By William “Wild Willy” Frankfort
O The Purple House OWNER: Lonna Walters LOCATION: Route 136, Carroll Township
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n occasion I get a phone call or e-mail about a house. Usually it’s a historic structure but from time to time it's an inquiry about an unusual house. It can be the construction, ornamentation, location, or in this case color. I have been asked many times about this house and finally reached the owner and had a wonderful conversation with her. One of my first questions of course, was "why purple?" Lonna proceeded to tell me that the family had suffered the loss of her husband in a car accident. It was a tough time for the family and she felt it was time for a change. So one day she decided to paint the house and she let her daughter pick the color. What you see today is the color she picked. Lonna told me it took her and her sister about a month to paint the house and it’s been that color ever since. Now, the house itself is about a hundred years old. It was a cottage of sorts that was used for summer vacations
and then sections were added on to make it a full time residence. This isn’t unusual for the area. I know of at least a dozen homes in the area that were vacation homes until the area started growing up. Many of the cottage style homes located along the Monongahela River were vacation homes and fishing camps. One home located near the Rt. 43 toll road was a hunting camp. The owner still lives in Pittsburgh and rents the home to friends. Change is a good thing. It’s hard in the beginning but you have to do it because it’s the way of things. I like the house and the color and I like Lonna Walters. What I don’t like are houses painted the same color as swimming pools. Sorry, that green color gives me the heebeegeebee’s. I hope this answers all the questions for my readers. Remember, you can send your questions to the paper by phone or e-mail. Eventually I’ll get to ‘em all.
** If you live in an old house, or know of an old, unique or historic house in your town and would like to have it profiled as part of the “That Old House” feature in the Union-Finley Messenger, please contact us at 412-249-8177, or e-mail us at news@unionfinley.com.
CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty Agent of the Month William Brahler IV ranked as the CENTURY 21 Frontier Reatly Agent of the Month for April. He has been a member of our staff since 2004. William has earned many production and Quality Service awards over the years, and this year looks as though it's happening again. Congratulations to the "Realtor that Rocks"!
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The Riding Season Opens At Cox's Arena in Monongahela
Riders and their horses attempt to finish with the best time during barrel racing!
By Paul Chasko An equestrian fun show on Sunday, May 8 drew a large crowd of horses and riders to Cox's Arena in Monongahela (Park Avenue Extension). Both riders and horses were glad to get out on what turned out to be a beautiful spring day. Saturday, Cox's Arena attempted to host a cattle sorting but an afternoon rain put a damper on that event. The Sunday fun show featured an all-day card of events for Pee Wee, Junior and senior riders. The more experienced riders took part in electronically-timed barrel and pole events with ribbon awards for riders with the highest scores. There were 22 events on the card for the day. The big events for the day were the jackpot barrels and poles featuring some cash prizes for the This horse seems to be "floating" winners. through the air as it runs A weekend afternoon at Cox's Arena makes for a nice family outing - for both riders and spectators. There is no charge for spectators and refreshments are available. Cox's Arena follows 4-H and AQHA Rules where applicable but reserves the right to revise these rules at their events. For questions or additional information on upcoming events send an e-mail to: thecoxarena@aol.com.
Carley and Emily - Students of Ashley Carrier, Enchanted Stables - 84, PA
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Hunger Hurts — But MVH Helps Hospital Contributes to Scouting for Food Campaign
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Burglary Suspects Arrested In Union Twp. State Police Announce Arrests At The May NNCW Meeting By Paul Chasko
MVH’s Scouting for Food team (left to right) Mike Milinovich - Pension and Benefits Coordinator, Doug Prentice - storeroom manager, and Tom Wilson - Central Escort Supervisor, along with Jason Flowers - Development Coordinator, for the Boy Scouts of America’s Mon Valley Area, take a break from packing donated food and household items.
Have you ever been really hungry? Maybe you’ve been too busy to stop for a sandwich and you realized it when your stomach started to growl. When you eat some crackers from the vending machine or cupboard, they satisfy your appetite until you can have a real meal. Most of us have plenty of food, but there are thousands of people in this region who go to bed hungry — every night — because they have nothing to eat. In April, employees, physicians, volunteers and visitors participated in the Boy Scouts’ annual Scouting for Food Campaign. MVH collected 10,016 units of food and household items for the people of the Mon Valley. “By joining together to support Scouting for Food, we helped to give the hungry people in our area the nutrients they need today for a healthier tomorrow,” said Michael Milinovich, pension and benefits coordinator who also served as the coordinator of MVH’s campaign. Bea Watson, a member of the MVH central scheduling department also volunteers at the Monongahela Food Bank. “All the workers and the food recipients want to express our thanks to all the employees who brought in food for the Scouting for Food Campaign,” she said. “In this time of great need, it is so nice to see so many people come to the aid of the less fortunate. We all, at times in our lives, may feel a need for help in some way or another and it’s great to know there are still people who will come to your aid! Thank you all again and God bless.”
Clairton Company Employees Pitch In With Earth Day Cleanup More than 20 employees of the Kurt J. Lesker Company participated in this year's Earth Day Cleanup. In one hour, over 375 lbs. of trash was collected from the grounds of the two Clairton buildings and the nearby Montour Trail.
Two Burglary suspects that may have been responsible for over 100 area burglaries were apprehended and arrested as they were being tailed by the Pennsylvania State Police in the Finleyville Giant Eagle several weeks ago. Lt. Harry Keffer, Commanding Officer of the Belle Vernon PA State Police Barracks, was a guest at the May 11 Union Twp. Neighbor to Neighbor Community Watch meeting. He disclosed some details of the arrest but limited comments to such that would not hinder an on-going investigation. According to Lt. Keffer, Dennis Jacobs (Maryland) and Phillip Carter (South Park) were leaving the scene of a break-in unaware that they were being tailed by the State Police. For reasons undisclosed they stopped at the Finleyville Giant Eagle which was soon surrounded by as many as 10 State Police Vehicles with a State Police Helicopter hovering overhead. State Police Officers entered the Giant Eagle (some with assault rifles) and apprehended the pair who offered no resistance. They are now being held in the Washington County Jail. Lt. Keffer declined comment as to whether either of the men were armed when apprehended. The pair were described as professional burglars and may eventually be linked to other burglaries in Union Twp., Belle
Vernon, Pleasant Hills, South Park, Baldwin, Washington, Greensburg and Jefferson Hills. According to Lt. Keffer, the pair would select several houses of opportunity that looked to be unoccupied during daylight hours and randomly select one and burglarize it stealing whatever could readily be converted to cash. An unnamed private citizen followed the pair from the scene of one of their burglaries and managed to get a description of their vehicle and a partial license plate number. This information led to the vehicle being spotted in another police jurisdiction after which the pair were put under surveillance. After they had been observed casing a house for another break-in, they were followed to the Finleyville Giant Eagle where they were apprehended. Although Lt. Keffer certainly didn't want to recommend that private citizens should attempt to tail a criminal, it certainly paid off in this instance. He did strongly recommend that the "neighborhood watch" activities of the Union Twp. NNCW group continue reporting strangers in their neighborhoods and multiple sightings of strange vehicles. He emphasized that the State Police can do little unless such incidents are reported either directly to the barracks at (724) 929-6262 or through 911. Lt. Keffer took questions from about 35 individuals who attended the meeting.
Magician to Appear at Monongahela Library The Monongahela Area Library will host magician Steve Haberman and his “One World - Many Stories” magic show on Tuesday, June 28. The program, which is presented by the Friends of the Library, will begin at 1:00 p.m. in the Activity Room of the library. The performance is a kick off for a summer of activities for elementary students. Other programs planned during the summer months include a puppet program, a performance by Stage Right Productions of “Strega Nona,” as well as educational and art programs throughout the summer. The library is located at 813 W. Main St. in Monongahela. For more information about the performance or other library services, call the library at 724-258-5409.
Crafters and Vendors Needed for Fall Harvest Event Windover Hills UMC in South Park will be holding their 3rd Annual Fall Harvest on Saturday, September 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Home-Economics Building in South Park, our new location. There are currently openings for crafters and vendors. Please contact Michelle at, gwynn40@verizon.net, for more information.
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By Wild Willy Frankfort
My Quarterly Rant I have been busy. words but unfortunately Unusually busy. I have I don't have the space in seen and been on the this article. receiving end of what can Don’t get me wrong, a happen when the economy great portion of the folks is in bad shape and fuel out there are respectful of prices are too high. Let me the events and the volunclarify the above couple of teers giving their time sentences. and knowledge… for When money is tight free. The rest are just many of us withdraw to ungracious butt heads! home, we attend events I was accused of havthat are community orienting a cavalier attitude at ed and.... free. The big the last event I “donated” family expense is usually my time to. It seems that the sweat worked up by the I did not recognize the walk from the parking area pain these folks were William “Wild Wily” Frankfurt to the event site, and what going through and my has started out as a day answers just were not with family and friends is quickly replaced good enough or just to flippant. My by snide comments and complaints at the answers to the above questions were as folfact that what was advertised in the news- lows: paper and event brochure is not what is “The information you read was wrong or actually gonna happen. a miss-print. The sign on the building says I attend and speak at a great deal of his- noon till three.” torical events. Sometimes I am a paid par“The good Lord provided the shade ( I ticipant but much of the time my presence was under a tree with two benches under is in reciprocation for a some help I was it), there is a water fountain across the road, provided, usually in the form of research or and the weather report said no rain and a data I need in my work. I don’t mind doing temperature of seventy nine degrees today.” it. “If they put the parking area right here What burns my southern most region is then we couldn’t set up the displays and do what is expected or demanded by folks who our demonstrations and it would destroy believe they are owed something from a free the integrity of the site.” event that is hosted by unpaid volunteers. “The (Insert item here) has been sitting in The complaint lists from folks such as these the sun and could burn your child, or is usually goes as follows: extremely sharp, or is heavier/larger than “It said in the paper that tours are sup- your child, or is worth more than your car. posed to begin at eleven! Your sign says (Sign in big red letters, DO NOT TOUCH noon… that’s false advertising we should DISPLAY ITEMS) sue!” “Oh, I’m sorry I didn’t catch that episode “They should provide shade and free of Davey Crockett, or (insert any television water… it’s too hot!” show here.) “The parking area is to far they should My advice to those who intend to stay have a shuttle or a parking lot that’s closer. close to home and attend those events that They should put it right next to the site!’ are less stressful on the pocketbook or free “ Why can’t my child hold that (insert would be… Have fun or stay home. item here) so we can have a picture for our Volunteers do so because they have a pasChristmas card?’ sion and respect for what they do and “I’m sorry but your information is wrong, believe in. They are not the caged monkeys they did it this way on (insert television you throw peanuts at. show here).” Now go away… I must work on becomI can go on for about another thousand ing a proficient flippant!
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Tempers Flare at New Eagle Council Meeting Over Athletic Field Fees By Ken Askew
By Alice Harris The April 26, 2011 Elizabeth Borough Council Meeting began with guest Dana Petrovich requesting to present information on AFLAC at the May council meeting. Council President Monica Douglas requested she submit this information to Borough Secretary, Robin Stockton to look over prior to the May meeting. Mayor Householder inquired if the Sewage Authority might qualify for this program, also. Elizabeth residents are asked to phone 911 should the see anyone or anything suspicious happening in the borough, especially in the Town Hill section where there have been a number of burglaries this year. Also, there will be a mass towing of all abandoned vehicles still on the streets as everything has been done to have them removed up to the point of legally towing. The Elizabeth Office of PNC Bank has been approached to remove the boarding of the glass windows on their 2nd and 3rd floors. They requested a police report of the compilation of broken window incidents in the borough before making this decision. In other Business: • Councilman Paul Shaner stated that the Maple Ave. wall project has been completed. A list of potholes to be repaired is being compiled. Please phone the Borough to
report. • Wiley Field gates have been repaired/replaced. Gates have been locked after games and trash picked up. Councilman Van Fossen will check into a broken item on the playground in need of repair. Appreciation was extended to Rich Lewis for a $350 savings over 2010 mulch cost. • Thursday June 23 will be the first 2011 Plum Street event. • A motion to amend ordinance 2010-03 allowing liquor to be served outside establishments within the confines of the Plum Street area was approved. • Allegheny County Health Department sent a letter with a 10 day repair compliance to the owner of 330 Center concerning an ongoing sewage issue. • An extension of Police service for West Elizabeth Borough by Elizabeth Borough Police is currently in negation. • Ordinance 483 amended by ordinance 632 to provide enforcement of tenant registration by landlords to inform the Borough of their tenants for the needs of trash pick up, per capita, taxes, and just knowing who resides in the Borough was approved. • PennDot has installed signs indicating a wide turn at the end of Second Street going out of town. The Borough will paint arrows on the street indicating direction..
Elizabeth Borough Awarded Police Contract for West Elizabeth By Charlotte Hopkins The police contract was a heated debate for the West Elizabeth Town Council. Council members Daryl Celestino and Steve Hallam cast their votes via telephone and both voted to obtain services from the Clairton Police Department for the West Elizabeth community. Councilman Frank Magill also voted for the Clairton Police Department. However, Council President Louise Biddle and Council Members Ray Armstrong and Susan Pershing voted to keep the Elizabeth Borough Police Department. Councilwoman Lisa Morris was absent from the May council meeting, so West Elizabeth Mayor Ralph Harrington broke the tie by voting for Elizabeth Borough to remain as the police department for West Elizabeth. In other news: • West Elizabeth Sanitary Authority announced that TOMKO was brought back in to complete the job they were given initially. They have 75 days to complete the work and clean up the damage left behind previously. • The Memorial Day ceremony to unveil the renovations to the war memorial was postponed due to the work of TOMKO on route 837. The War Memorial committee is continuing to collect donations. They have not reached their goal. Please remember that there are donation cans set up at the West Elizabeth 7-11 and the Shop n' Go in Jefferson Hills.
A loud argument jump-started the New Eagle Council meeting on May 3, 2011. At the previous monthly meeting in April 2011, Council announced a new fee for leagues to use the Maple Avenue athletic fields--$150 for the baseball field, and $300 for the soccer field. The need for a fee was attributed to higher gasoline costs incurred by the Borough to send a truck to the field for maintenance of the grounds. After the April Council meeting, a representative of the Ringgold Youth Athletic Association (RYAA) had asked around about why the fees were being imposed, but could not get an adequate answer; therefore, she asked the question to open the public forum section of the May meeting. Apparently, there had also been discussions about the RYAA offering to pay the cost of laying sod at the baseball field (possibly in lieu of the fee) to replace uneven grass that was causing errant baseball bounces, which potentially might harm a player. Councilman Archie Caseber (who lives next to the field) shouted that if the RYAA raises any dust from the sod replacement, he will sue them. The RYAA representative raised her voice in return, as the two debated the issues of fee rationale, sod replacement, who owns the field, who will cut the
grass, who will do clean-up after the games, and why a new water meter has been installed at the field. When another resident joined in the fray, Caseber threatened to sue her, too. Eventually, the heated dispute was toned down, and an agreement was reached to allow the RYAA to replace the sod, and pay the new fee; Council will continue to provide grass cutting services. In other business: • New Eagle Borough has a 1983 mobile home for sale; bids will be accepted until June 6, 2011. • Due to the termination of the Code Enforcement Officer’s contract at last month’s meeting, a replacement was hired. Fred Kinder will serve as the Inspector for new construction (which he is currently doing for Monongahela and Finleyville) at a rate of $40 / hour. Less-complicated health and welfare inspections of rental property will be performed gratis by E.J. Volker. • New Eagle Borough is seeking volunteers to help with their Centennial Celebration in the summer of 2012. Interested parties should provide their name, address, telephone number, and activity of preference at the Borough Building; you will be notified of the date for the first meeting.
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Monongahela Keeps Up the Pressure on City Clean-Up Efforts By Ken Askew Anthony Necciai arrived at the April 13, 2011 Monongahela Council meeting with a laundry list of items that need the City’s attention, such as fixing a storm grate, ordering the replacement of broken windows in a business building, opening a clogged drainage pipe, and converting parttime police to full-time duty. He also suggested that the Aquatorium apply for Historic Site designation, so grant monies to maintain it might be made available. Solicitor Bassi will investigate the idea, but cautioned that on the other hand, the designation may limit the extensive renovation actions already planned to commence in a couple months. A neighborhood group representative again inquired about the status of their complaints regarding deterioration of their section of the City. Police Chief Brian Tempest responded that 33 citations were issued to junked car owners. Mayor Bob Kepics announced there will be a city-wide volunteer cleanup day on April 30. Councilman Tom Caudill reminded the residents that on April 25, Pennsylvania’s
new Act 90, “Neighborhood Blight Reclamation and Revitalization Act” will become effective. Council intends to readily implement the Act, which empowers municipalities to take legal action against owners of deteriorating properties for code violations, and deny building permits and zoning approvals as appropriate. In other business: • Zoning Board member Marshall Marra submitted a letter of resignation, since he is no longer a resident of Monongahela; he will be replaced by Bob Muntan. • Yet another hearing before Judge Pozonsky about code violations at the rental property on 1106-1108 Chess Street was extended until July 7, 2011. • Councilman Tom Caudill read a proposed letter to local state legislators, recommending that a bridge connecting Monongahela and Forward Township be named in honor of 4-star General Carl E. Vuono, former Army Chief of Staff from 1987 to 1991. Vuono was a Monongahela resident, and served with Secretary of State Colin Powell and Commanding General David Petraeus.
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Monongahela Council Commends Police Officer By Ken Askew The May 11, 2011 meeting of Monongahela City Council was opened with a commendation of Monongahela Police Meter Enforcement Officer BobYohe, for his quick action when he spotted a residential fire recently. Yohe entered the burning building, and escorted the resident (who uses an oxygen tank) to safety, as well as her three dogs. For the third month in a row, Mrs. Phillips, spokeswoman for a neighborhood of Monongahela residents, asked about the status of clean-up activity in her area. She observed that although progress has been made, there are still cars parked in yards, and junk strewn in yards. Asked if she could be provided a copy of the pertinent ordinances, she was informed that they could be viewed at no cost in the municipal office, but paper copies would entail a photocopying fee, since there may be hundreds of pages, including the applicable state
building codes. Also, both reference documents could be read at the Monongahela Library. Furthermore, the state building codes are available on the internet. In other borough business: • A resident inquired about the ordinance prescribing the requirements related to fences in residential areas. Upon learning that a new ordinance, effective November 2010, specifies a 4-foot maximum height in front yards, a 6-foot maximum in side and rear yards, and that the fence must be no less than one foot within the property borderline, the resident reported that a neighbor’s fence does not comply. The code enforcement officer will investigate. • Another resident suggested that the playground near Third Street would be a suitably safe place to establish a skateboard park. • One bid was received for a plot of City property that was for sale, in the amount of $17,501 from Gary and Debbie Lindsay.
Rising Sewage Fees in Near Future? Improvements Planned At The Clairton Municipal Authority By Paul Chasko A necessary expansion at the Clairton Municipal Authority (CMA) may eventually result in sewage rate hikes for South Park, Union Township and Jefferson Borough residents. For those who are unaware, sewage from most of Union Twp., Jefferson Borough and part of South Park Twp. handled by the Peters Creek Sanitary Authority (PCSA) ends up at the CMA sewage treatment plant. The CMA plant must be expanded to handle increasing sewage loads from these communities and Clairton itself. If it's not expanded, at some point the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will stop issuing sewage tap permits. This would stifle development in the region. According to PCSA who is now operating in an "Act 537 Corrective Action Mode" there is no question that the CMA plant must be upgraded to increase its capacity. Rick Kovach of PCSA states that PCSA is doing all it can to provide good service to their customers and to keep costs down but it's not up to PCSA alone. They must reach a workable solution with both the CMA and the DEP. It's long been the opinion of area politicos and those who understand the system that the most cost-effective way for these communities to provide sewage
service may be for PCSA to construct their own treatment plant. This has been discussed for years as a possible solution but with PCSA being CMA's biggest customer that would take away a big piece of CMA's processing income. Then, the DEP must be a party in any plan accepted. In April, a study was completed on the proposed expansion to the CMA. The financing plan adopted would dictate how much of the cost would be passed on to the customers of the CMA as "sewage rate increases." Obviously, CMA would like to pass down as much of their costs as they can. The engineering study considers several financing options and includes a user rate analysis. Two of the options include 20 % discounts for residents in the City of Clairton with the Clairton discount picked up by PCSA customers. The analysis indicates a 6% PCSA average user rate increase associated with the City of Clairton discount. The analysis also looks at a fifth option (a PCSA treatment plant) which indicates an average PCSA user rate savings of 20%. None of the above is cast in stone. Both the engineering and financing options are still under study but let's hope all affected municipalities are providing input to make this a cost-effective solution for all residents.
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South Park Board of Supervisors Present Proclamations Eagle Scout and EMS Service Honored By Andrea Earnest The South Park Board of Supervisors presented two proclamations at their May 9 meeting. The first went to Tri-Community South Emergency Medical Services, proclaiming the week of May 15-21 as Emergency Medical Services Week. Ms. Nora Helfrick, Director, accepted the proclamation. Chairman David J. Buchewicz recognized Tri-Community EMS is an outstanding provider of emergency medical care for South Park, Bethel Park, and Upper St. Clair. All the available EMS members were at center They are trained medical professionals who stage to listen to the proclamation. have never lost their personal connection for those in need of emergency medical care and dedicate countless hours each year in maintaining their life-saving skills. Their theme is “Emergency care, anytime, anywhere, we will be there.” Tri-Community South EMS has the largest training center in North America and trained over 17,000 people last year. The second proclamation was for Eagle Scout Nicolas Gazzam, which was accepted by Scout Leader Ron Werkmeister, recognizing the accomplishments of Gazzam in Ms. Nora Helfrick and Supervisor John Bower attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. Chairman of Tri-Community South EMS accepted the Buchewicz praised his “strength of character proclamation from Chairman Buchewicz. and resolution of spirit.” In other business: • The board considered a number of bids on trucks and cars to be sold by the township and the installation of surveillance equipment at Evans Field Park Complex. • Supervisor Walter Sackinsky thanked the people from Montour Trail, Interact, and some Whitehall residents who helped with the creek clean-up. They cleaned up 75 bags of garbage and 15 tires. There will be another clean-up in October. • Chairman Buchewicz explained that they are working on a Library Corridor Scout Leader Ron Werkmeister and Leader Jack Marshall accepted on behalf of Study to develop the Route 88 and Eagle Scout Nicolas Gazzam. Brownsville Road project to market South Park. The Park and Ride is a great asset and could be used to attract people. There is also property available for $1,500 that could be used in their efforts and they amended the study at the meeting to include this. They would like to put together a packet explaining what’s available in South Park Township, including the fact that it’s a community that still has farms. • Chairman Buchewicz recently attended the annual meeting in Hershey of PSATS. He explained the Pennsylvania State Associate of Township Supervisors is an important way for local governments to keep in touch and stay on top of issues that concern them. They can act quickly by e-mailing information pertaining to local governments so that they can respond to or get in touch with county or state officials as soon as possible when issues affecting them arise. The full minutes of the meeting are available at the township office.
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K-9 Controversy Concludes Peacefully at Jefferson Council Meeting By Jim Caldwell With only a few concerned citizens in the Chambers who opposed the termination of the K-9 program in the Borough, the four or five month controversy wound down with a civil discussion between a spokesman and Council President, Chris King, at the regular meeting on May 9th. Resident John Ignaczak once again expressed the disappointment of many in the community at the Council's decision the beginning of this year to end the popular program. He calling the recent CSI report "biased," and was concerned that the good name of the officer was disparaged. King calmly responded, both during the interchange at the citizens’ time in the agenda as well as remarks concluding the night, that no member made any one's name public and never set out to impugn any officer’s character. They were just responding to what they perceived as abuse of the program being used outside the Borough and being paid for by the residents of Jefferson Hills. The facts of the independent study confirmed the program was mismanaged, but stated that nothing illegal was done. However, King stood his ground that the Council Members saw the program as being lopsided and needed remedied. He reiterated
that both sides would have to “agree to disagree” and ended his statement with the hope that perhaps it could one day be revived with the new police chief, who has extensive experience with running K-9 programs. Councilman Tracey Khalil, in his remarks, also corrected misstatements from other residents who were not present. Also in citizens’ comments, Justin Short, the new assistance Fire Chief at Gill Hall VFD told of new accountabilities for its members and a new attitude of service in the community. In the bulk of the agenda items, Council authorized revisions to the Borough’s Official Sewage Facilities Plan for St. Thomas a’ Becket Church land, Chamberlin Ridge Subdivision Plan, Washington Square Subdivision Plan, and Patriot Point Phases I, II, III and Phase 3B Subdivision Plan. The revision concerning Stone Villas Subdivision Plan was tabled due to lack of required information. They gave the work order to Gateway engineers to demolish 2144 State Street, 1026 Oak Street and 119 Wall Road Extension. The Borough will participate in the 2011 Joint police Test administered by SHACOG, and Council likewise authorized buying a security camera from Mobile Radio Service for the police Department.
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Union Township Explores Regional Police Force Protection Trees on Parish Property Still a Concern at Finleyville Airport By Paul Chasko The May 9, 2011 regular meeting of the Union Township (UT) Board of Supervisors had members from the Southwestern Regional Police Force (SRPF) in attendance to discuss UT police protection, and board members from the Finleyville Airport seeking to resolve an issue with the UT board. Mr. Joe DeBlasio, Mayor of Long Branch Borough and the current Chairman of the Board of the Southwestern Regional Police Force and their Chief, John Hartman, were invited by members of the UT Board of Supervisors to discuss the range of local police services SRPF might be able to provide for UT. A group of UT citizens had asked the UT board in April to continue investigating options for local police coverage in UT. Chief Hartman outlined the operations of the SRPF and answered all questions posed by the attendees and board members. The pertinent points he made are outlined below: Municipalities use the SRPF in one of two ways: either by contracting services or by becoming an active board participant of the SRPF organization.
The most reasonable method for determining if the SRPF can be a local police solution for UT is to contract for services for 12 months to see if SRPF meets the needs for local police protection. Most municipalities have explored their services in this manner. Under contract, all officers insurance and pension costs, vehicles and equipment are covered by SRPF. As part of the contract, UT might be expected to provide a substation for officers working in UT. The UT Board would need to agree on an annual cost it could fit in the UT budget. Chief Hartman would then work up a proposal to maximize SRPF coverage for that amount after which a contract could be negotiated. An average figure of $50 per hour was mentioned but rising fuel costs may affect that estimate. Any coverage from 8 hours a week and up could be arranged. A reasonable arrangement may be to provide part-time coverage with an officer patrolling in UT only during critical hours. SRPF has been in operation since 2003 and is now servicing five communities in three counties. Municipalities using SRPF are reported to be satisfied with their serv-
ices. An additional officer would be hired if UT decides to contract SRPF services and Chief Hartman assured that UT would be patrolled for the time periods specified in the contract. Officers patrolling UT would be sworn in as officers of UT and would be reporting directly to the UT Board. SRPF also provides detective services if required by incidents occurring in covered communities. The PA State Police would remain the backup for UT under any circumstances and for hours not covered by SRPF. The State Police would be contacted and respond in the same manner as they do now. Chief Hartman said the SRPF has an excellent working relationship with the PA State Police. and they are used to coordinating their efforts. SRPF officers make any required court appearances with backup provided in the community in their absence. It seems that a coverage arrangement that may work with SRPF or any other contracted police presence would be to provide part-time coverage to address those incidents ordinarily falling low on the PA State Police priority list - such as minor disturbances, enforcement of local ordinances, traffic control and as firstresponders for any incident occurring when they're patrolling within UT. Board members of Finleyville Airport Inc. were present at the meeting to discuss a non-compliance issue with the Union Twp. Airport Hazards Ordinance enacted in 2008. They referenced a letter delivered to the board and dated May 6, 2011, signed by Mr. Terry Ricker, President,
Finleyville Airport Inc. The letter notified the UT Board that the PA Dept. of Transportation - Bureau of Aviation had notified them that a non-compliance issue remains unresolved from their annual inspection. Trees on the Parish property are obstructing the public runway approach area. The State Bureau of Aviation has stated that these trees are no longer subject to a waiver and must be cut down or at least trimmed to their pre-ordinance levels. Their letter also states that they've received no response from the Parish Family on this issue and that these trees have been a danger to arriving and departing aircraft on this public-use airport for some time. The position taken by the Finleyville Airport Inc. is that it's up to the UT Board to enforce its Airport Hazards Ordinance and see that the trees are removed or at least cut back. The Bureau Of Aviation has informed the Airport Board that funds are available for a single cutting only and that it would make sense to use these funds to cut down rather than to just trim the trees which have been stated in the letter to be of no aesthetic or commercial value. The letter also states, "that if the UT Board does not act on this matter, legal action will be taken to compel the enforcement adding to attorney's fees spent over the years trying to resolve this issue by the Airport and the Taxpayers of Union Twp." Action by the UT Board is waiting on photographs of the trees in question and a report from the State inspectors. UT Board Chairman Steve Parish made no comments during this discussion.
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New Nottingham Board of Supervisors Works Through Short Agenda By J.R. Brower After their newest member, Todd Flynn, was sworn in at their May 16 meeting, the Nottingham Board of Supervisors, lead by new Chairman Pete Marcoline, approved payment of the bills and worked through a relatively brief agenda. The first item considered was to act upon a subdivision of the Vamossy – Grubich property located at Valley Road and Sienna Trail. The Planning Commission had recommended approval of the application seeking to divide the property into two sections. Planning Commission Secretary Francis Cavalier said that his group had spent ample time going over the application and didn’t notice any problems. Marcoline said that the only thing he noticed was that the new parcels were not identified on the application or the plat. He recommended that they be specified as parcels A and B to avoid confusion. The proposal was then passed unanimously. In another matter, the board approved the appointment of Elizabeth “Liz” Erbrecht, Valley Road, to serve on the Board of Auditors. She will fill the vacancy of Robert Armstrong, who recently retired, until January 2012. The next matter of discussion was possible purchase of a rotary broom vehicle for the Public Works Department. Supervisor Doug King said that there are two of these machines available on the PennDot auction website. He said that they are valued at $1,300 apiece. He said that this type of
equipment is a drivable unit that would be used to clean storm sewer grates and that it is an improvement over what they have now, which is pulled by another vehicle. He said that both units are 8-feet-wide M & B 1994 models. One is in better shape than the other, so King’s plan is to buy both, keep the one that is in better shape, and then sell the other. The board agreed to set aside $5,000 for the total expenditure on one or both of the machines. In other business, the Nottingham Board of Supervisors: • Acknowledged receipt of a memorandum from the Board of Washington County Commissioners regarding urban county qualifications under the Housing and Community Development Act amended for 2012-2014. The commissioners recommended that taking no action would indicate to HUD that Nottingham Township intends to continue to have its population included in the action. • Received notification from the Washington County Sewage Council on two items: (1) A temporary holding tank permit was approved for Chesapeake Appalachia LLC for their natural gas well pad site on the Vivian Harbison property. (2) An application was taken for an on lot sewage disposal system permit for Michelle Dunn, Lutes Road. • Received a notice to appear from the Board of Assessment Appeals of Washington County for appellant Gregory Narolesky, Jr.
Todd Flynn is Sworn in as New Nottingham Supervisor By J.R. Brower As a result of the resignation of Supervisor Ray Barley as of April 30, the board took the time to reorganize at their May 16, 2011 meeting. Todd Flynn was appointed as his replacement after consideration had also been given to Jim Sanford and Bruce Blednick. Supervisor Doug King said that Flynn was selected because he is running unopposed for the position in the general election. He ran as a Democrat in the May 17 primary and will be the Democratic nominee on the ballot in November. Unless a Republican write-in candidate in the general election defeats him, he will most likely be the winner for the new term that begins in January. Township Secretary Emilee Gadd swore in Flynn. His first order of business was voting to approve Pete Marcoline as the new Chairman and Doug King as the new Vice-Chairman of the Nottingham Township Board of Supervisors. Having served on the Zoning Hearing Board for the last four years, Flynn is well versed in the workings of local government. After Barley retired, he had said that he felt confident that that his replacement would be fully capable to take over the responsibilities of supervisors, knowing that the person would be Todd Flynn. Flynn is a retired social studies teacher who taught at Upper St. Clair High School.
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Finleyville Council Member Marianne Kleppner Resigns New Council Member Sought By Paul Chasko Finleyville Council President Tim Kegel, at the May 4 regular council meeting, accepted with regrets the resignation of Council Member Marianne Kleppner. Ms. Kleppner stated that with her involvement with Century 21 Realty and her job at the Meadows Casino she felt she could no longer devote sufficient time to the Finleyville Borough Council. Finleyville Mayor Kutsek acknowledged her past contributions to the Council and to the Borough of Finleyville. Ms. Kleppner devoted 8 years of service as a council member and served as Council President for a brief period. Mayor Kutsek noted that she'd be remembered as a council member who carefully examined issues that came before council and initiated discussion on critical issues. The council will be examining letters of interest from Finleyville residents who may be interested in filling the council seat vacated by Ms. Kleppner. In Other Business: • An ordinance is being considered to more closely regulate setbacks, meets and bounds for new buildings within the borough. • Solar chargers and rechargeable batteries have been purchased for lighted stop signs within the borough which are expected to result in significant cost savings. • Bids will be solicited through a Washington County Authority for milling and repaving a portion of Lincoln Ave. The project will be funded through a block grant awarded to the Borough. • Levying of weekly fines against Mrs. Priestess on School Place is being sought for failure to maintain her property according to a borough ordinance.
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Grand Openings! Look what’s new in Town Pittsburgh South Dentistry: A New Face with a Focus on Teeth By Christen M. Stroh Thanks to Dr. Pieter Heemstra, Mon Valley residents in need of a good dentist have a reason to smile. Dr. Heemstra recently opened his own dental practice, Pittsburgh South Dentistry, and while his practice is new, his location and his staff are well-known entities in the Monongahela area and surrounding communities. Dr. Heemstra is located at 100 Alexander Street in Monongahela, a building that used to be a house and was converted into a dental practice by Dr. Dennis Borodaty. Upon retiring, Dr. Borodaty put his practice up for sale, and Dr. Heemstra jumped at the chance to take it over. “It turns out we know a lot of the same people,” said Heemstra, who also noted that the pair share a lot of similar personality traits. “Dr. Borodaty was a very attention-focused and quality-driven professional, and I provide my patients with the same type of care,” he said, indicating that the transition to take over the practice has been relatively smooth. Dr. Heemstra has retained the same staff members and has also kept many of the same patients, though he is renovating the office, both to modernize it and to decorate it to suit his own tastes. Among the many services that Pittsburgh South Dentistry offers its patients are routine cleanings and checkups and whitening services, and they can also do complete and partial dentures and denture repairs, crowns and bridges, root canal work, and TMJ treatment. Pittsburgh South Dentistry is open on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Fridays from 7:30 a.m. to noon by appointment and can make evening hours accommodations if necessary. They are closed on Wednesdays. For more information, visit them online at www.pittsburghsouthdentistry.com or call them at 724-258-8215. (PHOTOS BY RON PUDLOWSKI)
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by Tracy Fedkoe Tree and landscape expert Rick Solties is not new to the industry or the area. In fact, he’s come back and restarted his former business, R & S Tree Service, in Finleyville. The company was originally in business from 1976 through 1989 until Rick moved out west. After gaining experience with several landscape and tree businesses he owned/operated in Colorado and California, he returned to the area and started the company back up in November. Specializing in anything to do with trees, R & S offers tree removal, trimming, ornamental pruning, and selection and planting of small to medium-sized trees. Rick will also diagnose and treat tree problems due to diseases or pests. “I can look at a tree and tell people what’s wrong with it and what to do about it,” said Solties. His tree removal service includes stump grinding, which is more than just stump removal. This method kills the roots and prepares the spot for planting of new grass,
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shrubs, or trees. The wood chips are then recycled for use in beds and the logs and other debris will be hauled away and recycled or reused if the owner doesn’t want them. R & S also offers other services that go hand in hand with tree maintenance including landscape design; hedge and shrub trimming, pruning, and removal; land clearing for new lots; weed abatement; fertilizing; and new lawn/sod installation. In addition, they have the knowledge to provide landscape or low-voltage lighting installation, sprinkler installation, repair, and maintenance, landscape plumbing, and also offer power washing, gutter cleaning, and other lawn and household services. With 35 years of experience in all types of landscaping, Rick has “been there and done that” and is willing to share his expertise to help customers achieve and maintain a beautiful yard. “Landscape and tree maintenance is an ongoing process and everything needs proper care to remain healthy,” he said.
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Focus on FRESH! Linguini’s Bistro Opens in Union Township
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By Colette Dell Linguini’s Bistro began as a small, 14-seat restaurant in Pleasant Hills in October 2002, and it later flourished into a 220-seat restaurant in West Mifflin. The owners, Michael and Linda Abromovitz, and their son, Jordan Abromovitz recently moved the business to their new location at 6108 Brownsville Road Extention in Union Township on April 1 of this year. Linda Abromovitz does the cooking with the help of some chefs, Michael Abromovitz takes care of the financial end, and Jordan Showing off their fresh pizza! Abromovitz, who studied Hotel and Restaurant Management at Penn State has become the restaurant’s manager. All seasonings and ingredients are made from scratch and their food is made fresh, daily. Linda Abromovitz learned how to cook from scratch from watching her Italian grandparents and parents. She said she can remember going to the tomato farms and the Strip District with them to get fresh foods. She didn’t adopt this approach to cooking instantly, but over time she realized she loved it. “I like to feed people. It’s the Italian in The Spring Chicken Sandwich at Linguini's me,” said Abromovitz. Jordan Abromovitz gave some meal suggestions from their menu. “I suggest the simple spaghetti and meatballs, spaghetti and hot sausage, and Chicken Cacciatore,” he said. He also recommended the Seafood Pescatore, and if you’re looking to get an appetizer, he suggests trying the stuffed banana peppers. Customers Kurt Lewis and Mark Doughty frequent Linguini’s since they work right below the bistro. They often come in for lunch and order the specials. On this particular day, Lewis and Doughty both decided to get the Spring Chicken special. Lewis shared some of his favorites. “The fish sandwich is good,” Lewis said. He also raved about the wedding soup and the Fettuccine Alfredo. Linguini’s prices on their lunch menu ranges from $8.95 - $12.95 and their lowest dinner entrée price is $12.95. Other traditional, Italian favorites they make are various types of pizzas, calzones, and hoagies. Linguini’s also caters and hosts parties. If you would like to see their menu, visit linguinisbistro.com. They can also be reached by calling 724-782-0525.
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Since its premier issue in June 2004, the Union-Finley Messenger newspaper has received plenty of local praise and rave reviews from loyal readers and advertisers alike. Area residents have come to know and love their free community newspaper, and circulation and advertising revenue reached an all-time high in May 2011. Now, the rest of the country is also taking notice! The Union-Finley Messenger (UFM) was recently honored with multiple awards at some of the free newspaper industry's biggest conferences. The UFM took home two awards at the Annual Conference of the Association of Free Community Newspapers (AFCP), and three awards at the Mid Atlantic Community Paper Association (MACPA). "We are very proud of these awards," said Doug Haniford, owner and publisher of the seven year old newspaper. "It just confirms what I have known for some time, that we have a very talented team of dedicated individuals who value their community, and work hard to put together an exceptional newspaper every month," he added. At the AFCP Conference, held in St. Pete Beach, Florida, the Union-Finley Messenger took 1st place honors for the "Self Promotion" category, and 2nd place honors for "General Excellence." The AFCP is a national association comprised of nearly 3,000 free community newspapers. Each year the AFCP recognizes the best work throughout the entire Free Newspaper Industry. Normally very modest, Haniford wasn't shy about sharing his excitement about these national honors. "This is big!" he said. "To be recognized by your peers and industry experts as one of the best in the country, is really an honor." While happy with the 1st place honors for Self Promotion, Haniford was actually more proud of the 2nd place award for General Excellence. "This award is a signature award that evaluates the entire publication," he said. "From, layout, design, printing, editorial, content and just about every aspect of the newspaper. This award, in my opinion, really looks at the big picture, and places us among the best." Not to be overshadowed are the awards the UFM garnered at the Annual MACPA conference, held in Harrisburg, PA. The UFM took home another 1st place award, this time for the "Website Advertising Section" category, and also took home 1st place and 2nd place awards in the "Advertisement Design" categories. Graphic Designer, Joan Buck was the designer of record for the two winning ad designs. MACPA is a regional newspaper association comprised of over 260 newspapers across eight states and the District of Columbia.
Want to know what the marketing trends are for 2011 so that you can plan your Fall and Christmas marketing campaigns? South Hills Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Cindy Neky of Marketing Pathways, Inc. She will present "Marketing Trends for Business" on June 9 at Asbury Heights Estates. Networking will begin at 11:30 a.m. followed by Lunch and a presentation at 12:00 p.m. Cindy has spent over 25 years in marketing and is certified in social media. She has worked with clients from large and small companies and now has expanded her business by implementing an internet service featuring marketing for small businesses. Cindy provides opportunities to small business owners to share their comments, experiences and tips online. She received her Social Media Certification this winter. The cost for the event is $25 members/$30 non-members. Go to the chamber website at www.shchamber.org or call the office at 412-306-8090 for more information.
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Canonsburg General Hospital CEO Announces Retirement Canonsburg General Hospital (CGH) officials announced that President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Kim Malinky will retire in August 2011 after 27 years of service to the hospital. Malinky, who was appointed CEO in 2003, began her career at CGH as a staff nurse. Under Malinky’s stewardship, CGH has enjoyed significant programmatic growth over the past eight years to meet critical community needs, including construction of a new emergency department and development of an inpatient rehabilitation unit, a hospital-based orthopaedics institute, and a Center for Women’s Health. Most recently, she oversaw a renovation of the hospital’s front lobby and played a key role in the development of West Penn Allegheny Health System’s new Outpatient Kim Malinky Care Center, Peters Township. “It has been a tremendous honor to serve this community and to help meet the healthcare needs of those who live here. It has also been a true privilege to lead and work along side a very talented group of healthcare professionals who are committed to that personalized care experience for which Canonsburg General Hospital is known,” Malinky said. Joseph Macerelli, Chairman of CGH’s Board of Directors, said, “Malinky’s contributions to the growth of CGH have been significant.” “Kim has done an exceptional job of leading Canonsburg General Hospital and moving it forward during a particularly challenging era in the healthcare industry. She is well respected among the hospital’s employees as well as in the community and will be greatly missed,” said Macerelli. “On behalf of the entire board, I sincerely thank Kim for everything she has accomplished at Canonsburg General on behalf of our patients and staff and for the unwavering dedication she has shown in helping us fulfill our mission.” Upon retirement Malinky said she plans to spend more time with her family and grandchildren.
Valley Skating Center Earns Industry Wide Honors Linda Miner, owner of Valley Skating Center, Donora, PA was recently awarded the "Heart of the Industry Award" by Roller Skating Association International (RSAI) based in Indianapolis, IN. This award was given to Linda for her hard work and dedication to the roller skating industry as well as her contributions to the competitive end of the sport. Linda has served on their Board of Directors for nine years and will finish her last year on the board in May of 2012. She serves on several committees and is now on the advisory board to the new national marketing campaign "Roller Skating Rocks". Valley Skating Center was also awarded an annual "Kooky" Award for the best website at the RSAI annual convention in Orlando, FL. This award was judged by independent media professionals and not by her peers, which made it very special to Linda. Growing up in the skating business and the competitive end of the sport, Linda has continued operating the skating center and coaching since the retirement and death of her father, Floyd Shoup. Her mother, Jan, is retired to Daytona Beach, FL. They have owned skating rinks in Washington, Waynesburg, Canonsburg and Donora. The Donora location is the only family skating center still in operation. It is a 30,000sq ft facility with a full snack bar, game room, and mini rink. for more information, visit their website at www.valleyskate.com.
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Women’s Business Network Open to Help Women Business Owners Grow The Women's Business Network is open to area women business owners and those in sales seeking networking opportunities to expand their contacts and share ideas to help grow their business. Meeting agendas include self-marketing, a business presentation by an individual member, a table topic discussion and networking. Each of the various local chapters meets twice a month on the following dates and locations: Mount Lebanon Chapter - meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday's, June 14 and 28 at 8:30 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza on Fort Couch Road. For more information contact Ellen Diamond at 412-2608766. South Hills Chapter - meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday's, June 2 and 16 at 8:00 a.m. at King's Restaurant, 155 McMurray Road in Upper St Clair. For more information contact Kim Spierto 412-831-7876. McMurray Chapter - meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday's, June 8 and 22 at 8:30 a.m. at The Meadows (Bowling Alley), 210 Race Track Road, Washington, 15301. For more information please contact Valerie Bartels 412-418-3072.
Local Chambers of Commerce Combine Membership Meeting for June Event The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce will host its June membership event at the Willow Room, Rostraver Township on Tuesday, June 14 and the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce will be invited to attend as their June membership meeting. James Protin, chamber Executive Committee and Business Development Manager for Chester Engineers will guide a discussion on the Marcellus Shale industry. Chester Engineers is a member of the Marcellus Shale Coalition and part of the program will include discussing current issues, as what steps are being taken to protect the environment, and the opportunities that the Commonwealth and its residents can realize in the coming years and decades through natural gas exploration and production. The GRC will host a similar event in September, when the Mon Valley Regional Chamber members will be invited to attend the event on Rostraver’s regular meeting date, in an effort to promote networking between the two organizations. Registration begins at 11:45 and the program will conclude at 1:00 p.m. Reservations are required for the event and Greater Rostraver Chamber members are reminded to call the MVRCC for their reservations. The cost is $15/members and guests, $18/non-member and may be made by calling 724483-3507, e-mail at info@mvrchamber.org. Any non-member registered for the event that becomes a member, will receive the cost of lunch as a credit on their membership fee. A faxable registration form can be printed from www.mvrchamber.org. VISA, Mastercard and Discover are accepted.
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Recent Local Death Notices LANGENDORF – Stella Mae, 97., of Monongahela died Friday April 1. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela.
PATTERSON – Richard H, 47., of Washington died Sunday April 24. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
MASSARI – Anthony D “Moe”, 73., of Monongahela died (Carroll Township) died Monday April 4. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela.
PRICE – Daniel E, Jr, 81., of Forward Township died May 8. Arrangements under direction of Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.
DAVIS – Bernice Gori, 84., of Monongahela (Forward Township) died Friday April 15. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela.
MOSER – Martin (Carpeta), 60., of Monongahela died Thursday April 14. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela.
PRO – James William, 85., of Monongahela (Forward Township) died Monday April 11. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela.
GRAHAM - Sara, 95., of Monongahela died Saturday April 30. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela.
NEMEC – Frances E, 80., of Finleyville died Wednesday May 18. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
RODRIGUEZ – Renee L. Pasquale, 61., of Bentleyville died Friday April 1. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela.
KAPUSTA – Vivian Lee, 61., of Finleyville died Friday April 22. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
ONDULICK – Nancy, 44., of Tampa Florida died Thursday May 5. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
ROSTOSKY – Mary Rose “Bunny”, 71., of Finleyville died Sunday April 10. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela.
PATTERSON – Donald E, 83., of New Eagle died Wednesday April 20. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela.
SCHWERHA – Dr. Joseph J, 70., of Venetia died Wednesday April 27. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
BAIRD – Ann E, 94., of Canonsburg died Wednesday May 18. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. BUSCH – Rita F, 70., of Eighty Four died Friday April 29. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
KENNEL – Nancy, 70., of Finleyville died Sunday April 24. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela. KOSAR – Margie Livingston, 89., of Jefferson Hills died Saturday April 2. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela.
SENCHUR – Crystal, 30., of Charleroi died Monday May 2. Arrangements under direction of William A. Bautz Funeral Home in New Eagle. SHAFFER – Grace, 94., of Monongahela (Carroll Township) died Friday April 29. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela. SKOKUT – Nick, 95., of Monongahela (Forward Township) died Saturday April 9. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela. SZUBRA – Frank, 83., of Floreffe died Wednesday April 27. Arrangements under direction of Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. WEYGANDT – Thomas Noble, 91., of Monongahela died Sunday April 17.Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela. YOUNG – Janet Kerr, 69., of Monongahela died Saturday April 23. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home in Monongahela. YOUNG – Kenneth J, 68., of Waynesburg died Monday May 9. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
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Healthy Directions Announces June Programs and Events Monongahela Valley Hospital's Healthy Directions health education and resource center at 6116 Brownsville Road Extension, Suite 107, Finleyville will celebrate the following national health events in June: • Aphasia Awareness Month Aphasia is an acquired communication disorder that impairs a person's ability to process language but does not affect intelligence. Aphasia impairs the ability to speak and understand others, and most people with aphasia experience difficulty reading and writing. National Aphasia Awareness Month seeks to raise awareness of this common but little-known disorder. For more information, please call 724-348-6699. • Headache Awareness Each year, the National Headache Foundation (NHF) sponsors Headache Awareness to educate people about headache causes, impact, and help. The NHF is a source of help to sufferers families, physicians who treat headache sufferers and the public. For more information, please call 724-348-6699. Healthy Directions offers on-site laboratory services for blood and urine analysis from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Monday through Friday. A doctor's prescription is required for all laboratory tests conducted at Healthy Directions. Blood and urine collected at the Finleyville site will be tested at the Laboratory at Monongahela Valley Hospital and results of the testing will be sent to the physician who is ordering the tests. Healthy Directions/Finleyville is open Monday through Friday at 7:00 a.m. Most days we are open till 3:00 p.m. In addition to special programs and screenings, Healthy Directions features a health education resource library of books, pamphlets, and other information. A referral service is also available and health information is provided. Additional information is available by calling 724-348-6699.
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Pediatric CPR Class with AED Offered at Canonsburg General Hospital Canonsburg General Hospital will offer a class on Pediatric Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) with Automated External Defibrillator (AED) from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22, in the McNary Conference Center. Instructors for this class are certified by the American Heart Association. Attendees will learn infant and child CPR, AED training and methods to relieve choking. Infant safety in the home also will be discussed. The cost is $25 per person. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. To register, call 1-877-284-2000.
Summer Fitness Special in South Park Friends of South Park Library Offer "3 Months For $99" Fitness Program The Friends of South Park Library are now offering three months of fitness classes for just $99 for the summer months of June, July and August. The pass can be used only for these 3 months after which, starting on September 1st, their regular price will then kick in. During the 3 months, you'll be able to try each and every class (4 different ones), as often in a week, as you'd like in that 3 month period. Try "Power Cut/ Lifting" on Mondays, 9:15 - 10:30 a.m.; "Floor and More" on Wednesdays, 9:15 - 10:30 a.m.; "Booty Blast" on Friday, 9:15 - 10:30 a.m., or "Overweight and Out Of Shape" on Saturday, 9 - 10 a.m. Try one particular class or mix and match! Classes are held in the South Park Township Community Center Building on Brownsville Rd. across from Bavarian Village. Plenty of parking available. Experience "Friends classes" taught by Fran Campas, who has taught fitness for the Friends for over 15 years. Passes can be bought from Fran, at any first class you plan on trying out. Just go to your first class, buy a pass from her that day, then start your session right away. Wear comfortable shoes, clothing for easy, flexible, more comfortable movements. Bring a towel or mat, then begin to work out at your own pace. Have a set of small hand weights? Bring them along, if you'd like. Further info on these classes can be gotten from Fran at 412-835-1151.
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Valley Health and Safety Training Center June Courses Valley Health and Safety Training Center will be holding the following courses throughout the month of June: (New prices go into effect June 1. Valley Health and Safety has not raised their prices for the last 6 years. The training center is also consolidating classes. The Heartsaver CPR Adult will now be Adult, Child and Infant. This class will continue to be the last Tuesday of the month at the Monongahela Valley Hospital.)
Healthcare Provider CPR and Heartsaver CPR/First Aid The Healthcare Provider CPR will be offered the second Saturday every other month and the Heartsaver CPR/First Aid will be offered on opposite months the second Saturday. The Heartsaver First Aid course will only be offered on the Saturday class. All class prices include the American heart Association student book and appropriate completion card. Healthcare Provider is held Saturday, June 11. New cost will be $60.00. Class will start at 9 a.m. and finish around 1 p.m. Intended for Nursing students, pre-hospital personnel, hospital personnel, life guards, doctors and will be held at the Monessen Ambulance Service at 1001 Donner Avenue in Monessen. Participants must pre-register and pre-pay.
Heartsaver CPR Adult/Child/Infant Heartsaver CPR Adult/Child/Infant will be held Tuesday, June 28, cost is $40.00. Class will be held at the Monongahela Valley Hospital at the Lombardi Education Center. Class will start at 6:00 p.m. and finish around 9:00 p.m. The class is intended for lay persons, daycare centers, new parents, personnel care home employees, teachers and anyone wanting basic understanding of CPR. Participants must pre-register and pre-pay.
Heartsaver First Aid/CPR Heartsaver First Aid/CPR will be held opposite Saturdays. Next class will be held Saturday, June 9, cost $60.00. This class is intended for anyone wanting the basic knowledge of CPR and Basic First Aid. Suitable for personnel care home workers, teachers and daycare center for adults and children and churches. Class starts at 9 a.m. and finishes around 1 p.m. The class is held at Mon Valley EMS, 1001 Donner Avenue, Monessen, 15062. Students must pre-register and pre-pay. Thank you for supporting the training center and for scheduling your classes. We appreciate your business and it is good to know that our community knows CPR. Any business wishing CPR/FA for their employees, please call the training center. We would be happy to train your employees so they may help fellow workers and patrons of your businesses. To contact Valley Health and Safety Training Center, please call 724-684-9536.
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Diabetic Education Classes at Canonsburg General Hospital Canonsburg General Hospital will offer Diabetic Education Classes in the McNary Conference Center from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. during the month of June as follows: June 7 - Introduction to Diabetes/Monitoring and Managing Your Diabetes June 14 - Diet Management of Diabetes / Preventing Eye Complications June 21 - Medications of Diabetes Management / Foot Care June 28 - Benefits of Exercise/Insulin Pumps The purpose of the Diabetes Support Group is to bring together people who are coping with diabetes and to share information. The Support Group is free of charge and open to diabetics and their families. To register, call Physician Access at 1-877-284-2000. Registration is limited.
Mutschler Orthopaedic Institute Staff to Offer Free Education Sessions The staff of the Mutschler Orthopaedic Institute will offer a free informational session for people who are considering total knee or hip replacement surgery. The free program will be held on Wednesday, June 1 at 2:00 p.m. and repeated on Saturday, June 11 at 11 a.m. in the McNary Conference Center at Canonsburg General Hospital. Topics covered include: Information about arthritis; Explanation of a joint replacement surgery; Details of the pre-operative, operative and post operative care; Information on anesthesia; Pain management guides for the recovery period, and Physical Therapy guidelines, A question and answer session is also included. Refreshments will be provided. To register, call 1-888-877-5955 or 724-873-5955.
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Unless otherwise noted, the following programs will be held in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Breast Cancer Support Group - Wednesday, June 1 at 6 p.m., ECC. This support group is free and open to all breast cancer patients and their families. For more information, call 724-258-1999. Stroke Support Group - Thursday, June 2 at 1 p.m., ECC. The Stroke Support Group is designed for patients and caregivers to share, learn and grow with people who can personally relate to the challenges and struggles they face on a daily basis dealing with stroke and its aftereffects. For more information, call 724-258-1455. Auxiliary Strawberry Festival - Friday, June 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., ECC and Monongahela Valley Hospital Central Plaza. The comfortable, informal, outdoor setting of the Festival offers patrons a refreshing way to enjoy food, fun and fellowship. The Festival menu will feature strawberry specialties and many other food items that may be purchased on the day of the event. For more information, call 724-258-1234. Baby Care Class - Monday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. Learn baby care basics with up-to-date information at this instructional session for parents-to-be. Topics include: home safety, basic car seat safety, immunizations, breast and bottle feeding, pacifiers, bathing an infant and additional topics. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229). Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, June 7,8, and 9 at 8:30 a.m., ECC. 3-day, 2-hour per day education series that focuses on diabetes self-
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MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL JUNE EVENTS management and care. Registration is required at least one-week prior to the start of classes. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1483. Red Cross Blood Drive - Friday, June 10 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., ECC. American Red Cross, in cooperation with Monongahela Valley Hospital, will sponsor a blood drive on the hospital campus. For more information or to register, call 724-494-4090 or online at redcrosslife.org. RSDS Support Group - Tuesday, June 14 at 6 p.m., ECC. The Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Support Group is free and open to all persons with RSDS or related illnesses. For more information, call 724929-9492. Advanced Carbohydrate Counting Wednesday, June 15 at 6 p.m., ECC. Diabetes self-management class that focuses on carb counting with everything you need to know. How to measure the upward drive each meal has on blood sugar and information on the glycemic index. It is required that initial three-day Diabetes Self Management Training be completed prior to attending the Carbohydrate Counting class. In order to prepare education materials, at least one week advanced registration also is required. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1148. Cancer Support Group - Monday, June 20 at 7 p.m., ECC. This support group is free and open to all cancer patients and their families. For additional information, call 724-2581704.
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Innovations in Rotator Cuff Tears - Tuesday, June 21 at 6 p.m., ECC. Board certified Orthopedic Surgeon Christopher Emond, M.D. and a team of health care support staff will present this free community program focusing on new and existing techniques for the diagnosis and treatment of rotator cuff disease. Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to ask Dr. Emond questions about this common occurrence. Refreshments will be served. To register, call the MVH Reservation Hotline at 724-258-1333. Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, June 21, 22, and 23 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rt. 51, Rostraver. 3 - day, 2 - hour per day education series that focuses on diabetes self-management and care. Registration is required at least one-week prior to the start of classes. For more information or to register, call 724258-1483. Breast-feeding Class - Monday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. This free class is designed for mothers who plan to breastfeed and to help them feel more comfortable and confident while in the hospital after delivery and when returning home. Many props are used in this class including breast pumps. Husbands and grandmothers are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, call 724258-BABY (2229). Understanding Your Diabetes Meal Plan Tuesday, June 28 at 9 a.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. Builds on the education received in the Managing Your Diabetes program. Learn more about food choices, dining out, and how your eating habits affect your blood glucose control. Prerequisite:
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Must have attended the Managing Your Diabetes education program. Advanced registration is required to attend. Contact the Center for Diabetes at 724-258-1483 for more information and to register. Public CPR Instruction - Tuesday, June 28 at 6 p.m., ECC. Adult CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) classes are offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center (VHSTC). The $30 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required at 724-684-9536. Understanding Your Blood Sugar Readings - Wednesday, June 29 at 9 a.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. Learn how to ‘make sense’ out of all those blood sugar readings you document. Understand how your diet, medications, illness, and stress affect your blood sugars. Prerequisite: Must have attended the Managing Your Diabetes education program. Advanced registration is required to attend. Contact the Center for Diabetes at 724-258-1483 for more information and to register. Diabetes Education Day, Prediabetes and Prevention - Wednesday, June 29 at 6 p.m., ECC. Gain a better understanding of diabetes and what steps you can take to prevent it. Prerequisite: Must have attended the Managing Your Diabetes education program. Advanced registration is required to attend. Contact the Center for Diabetes at 724-2581483 for more information and to register. Infant/Child CPR - Thursday, June 30 at 6 p.m., ECC. Infant/Child CPR classes are offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center. The $30 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required at 724-6849536.
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14th Annual Alvin C. Janovich Memorial Golf Classic Event to Benefit Community Action Southwest and Try-Again Homes Community Action Southwest and Try-Again Homes, Inc. are pleased to announce a collaborative effort for the 14th Annual Alvin C. Janovich Memorial Golf Classic which promises to be one of the most exciting outings this year. The classic is being held on Friday, June 10, at Rolling Hills Country Club in McMurray. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. and will be followed by a shotgun start at 8:15 a.m. After the outing, golfers will enjoy a delicious lunch along with Chinese and Silent Auction items. The registration fee is $150 which includes a continental breakfast and lunch. Corporate sponsorships are available and raffle donations are being accepted. Please call Joa Campise at 724-225-9550, ext. 445 no later than June 3.
"Steps 2 Success" Boys Basketball Camp – June 24-26 "Steps 2 Success" Boys Basketball Camp will be held June 24-26, at Ringgold High School Gymnasium. Camp Director is Ringgold High School Head Boys Basketball Coach, Pete Logan, and hosted by former NBA Star Armon Gilliam. Camp times are Friday 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Steps 2 Success will be a unique opportunity for young aspiring players to receive coaching from high school and college coaches, as well as, college and professional basketball players. This approach to teaching young players allows for a greater impartation of basketball insights, knowledge, and it bolsters skill development. Each player will receive instruction that is specific to their game, given the drills to improve their skills, and receive valuable knowledge that is needed to move their game to a higher level. The camp will also feature mini speeches about the following subjects: the importance and benefits of getting a good education, rewards of discipline, life lessons that can be learned from playing basketball or sports, the value of hard work and its future payoffs. The campers will also learn a good number of basketball drills, stretching routines, and strengthening exercises. All of which will increase their performance as a player for many years to come. For more information, contact Coach Pete Logan at 724-785-2441 or 724-366-1072 between 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
9th Annual Popcorn Shootout A Golf Outing in Memory of Jeff Goldbach The 9th Annual "Popcorn Shootout" golf outing will be held on Friday, June 10, 2011 at Scenic Valley Golf Course in Finleyville. The outing is held in memory of Jeff Goldbach, and proceeds will benefit Highmark Caring Place. There will be Shotgun Start at 9:00 AM off Front & Back Nine - Scramble format. $75 includes green fees, cart, hot dog and beverage at turn, buffet lunch, beverages and prizes! $20 lunch only (includes door prizes). The first 140 registered golfers get to play. Any questions? Call Tracy at 724-941-3833.
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Mingo Rod and Gun Club to Sponsor PA Hunter-Trapper Education Course Mingo Rod and Gun Club will be sponsoring a Pennsylvania Hunter-Trapper Education Course, on Friday July 8 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday July 9 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at 100 Mingo Circle Drive, Finleyville. This is a multi-day training class for any person who is required to complete the mandatory Hunter-Trapper Education training program before purchasing their first hunting or fur taking license. You must attend both days. Lunch will be served. To register for this class you must be at least 11 years old before July 9. To register for the class: 1. Go to www.pgc.state.pa.us 2. On the home page look for the yellow “Education” tab. 3. Click on the yellow “Education” tab. 4. Drop down to “Hunter Education”. 5. Move to the right to “Hunter Education Class Calendar”. 6. Under Basic Course click on Hunter-Trapper Education. 7. Click on next month until July comes up. 8. Click on Friday July 8. 9. Click on Mingo Rod and Gun Club. 10. To register click on Yes Register Me and follow the links Cancellation Policy is, you must cancel your registration before July 8, 2011.
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Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame 2011 Announces Senior High Scholar-Athletes On Friday, June 17, 2011, the Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame will honor area senior scholar athletes during its18th annual induction banquet at The Willow Room in Rostraver Township at 5:30 PM. Honoring the Mon Valley’s best and brightest in sports and in the classroom has been an integral part of the Sports Hall of Fame since 1995. Area students are selected by Mon Valley athletic directors and high school principals and are recognized at the banquet for their academic and athletic accomplishments. The Sports Hall of Fame Committee awards a certificate of merit reflecting personal dedication to achieving the highest standards of excellence as a scholar and as an athlete. This prestigious event bonds generations of area athletes by bringing together the past generation of Hall of Fame recipients with the present generation of athletes. This is ceremoniously represented in the seating arrangement in which the scholar athletes sit on a tier below the Hall of Fame inductees, challenging the students to achieve a goal that Hall of Fame personalities have accomplished. The first student scholar athlete to reach Hall of Fame status was Gina Naccarato. Ms. Naccarato was recognized as a student school athlete in 1996 and inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2005. The 2011 student scholar athlete recipients are: Belle Vernon Area High School: Nicholas Gruber and Mary Beth Spang Bentworth High School: August Mizia and Courtney Korpus Brownsville High School: Zach Landman and Emily Konter California High School: Samuel Luketich and Elizabeth Doman
Anyone wishing to attend the June 17th banquet and induction ceremony can place an advertisement in the program book and purchase tickets for $40 by contacting Steve Russell, general chairman, at 724-258-3823 or 1106 Stanton Street, Monongahela, PA 15063. Charleroi High School: Chase Ayers and Chaniece Tarpley Elizabeth Forward High School: Daniel Altavilla and Lauren Nicole Brune Monessen High School: Joshua Jampedro and Ashley Marie Hartung Ringgold High School: Colin McCormick and Samantha Helmantoler Yough High School: Jonathan Miedel and Denise Babilya In addition to inducting the area’s finest scholar athletes, the Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame will induct seven new members including Michael Moorer, John Hostetler, Charles “Yogi” Jones, Charles Ahlborn, Don Law, Paul Zolak and the late Willie Ross. The recipient of this year’s Hall of Fame appreciation award will be Monessen’s retiring Principal Randy Marino. Achievements awards will be given to Monessen basketball WPIAL champion seniors Trae Cook, Brady Kunsa, Jeffrey Francia, Joshua Chaussinand, Nicholas Bolias, and Cameron Johnson. Bill Hillgrove, the voice of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pitt Panthers, will do the honors of master of ceremonies.
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T-Ball Gets Area Kids Swinging! Players in Action - UFAAA And Thomas Youth League By Paul Chasko
Hey, the kids have to start learning somewhere and with baseball its usually T-Ball. Most area baseball leagues have a T-ball team or two where the kids can start learning the basic rules of baseball. Pitching is tough for a 5 or 6 year old to be able to put the ball over the plate. So, enter the batting Tee - a short plastic pipe on a base that sits on home plate with the baseball set carefully on top of the pipe. The kids whack the ball and run the bases while the kids in the field try and figure out what to do with the ball when they get it. This takes a great deal of hands-on coaching which is more like continuously screaming directions at the kids! The kids don't care - they're playing baseball. These photos are of the soonto-be-great players from the Union Finley Area Athletic Association (UFAAA)and the Thomas Youth League.
RINGGOLD YOUTH SOCCER REGISTRATION The Ringgold Youth Soccer Association (RYSA) is gearing up for the Fall soccer season. Sign-ups are June 1 – June 30, for all kids ages 5-17. Find all the information at our website, www.ringgoldraysa.org. Click on “ information” then go to “forms”. Want to see more photos? Visit our website gallery at www.unionfinley.com for plenty of additional T-Ball photos.
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Starr Melton took 1st in Freshmen Girls division.
Lee Bethem finished 3rd in Classic Ladies Division.
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Chrysta Rands placed 2nd in Sophmore Ladies division.
Valley Speed Skaters Earn Medals at Regional Championships
Franklin Hewitt finished 1st in Junior Men division.
The Valley Speed Skating Team of Donora competed in the Regional Championships on May 14 and 15, 2011 in Allentown, Pa. Skaters had to finish in the top 3 placements with an overall combined score for 3 races to qualify for the United States National competition that will be held in July in Fort Wayne Indiana. Congratulations to: • Starr Melton of Donora who placed 1st in Freshman girls and also set a new record in the 500 meter sprint. • Chrysta Rands of Donora who placed 2nd overall in Sophomore ladies. • Lee Bethem of Brownsville who finished 3rd in Classic Ladies. • Franklin Hewitt of Belle Vernon who placed first in the Junior Men division and Broke a record in the 1000 meter sprint and set a new record in the 2000 meter race. Chrysta Rands and Starr Melton will also be attending nationals to skate their relay where they placed 2nd overall in the sophomore 2 lady 2000 meter relay. Starr, Chrysta and Franklin are currently sponsored by JKL Racing. Skaters are coached by Adorée DeLuca of Donora.
Chrysta and Starr finished 2nd for their 2,000 meter relay, and will now compete at Nationals.
Shown with their medals and record certificates Franklin Heweitt, Julie and Kevin Larson (sponsors), Chrysta Rands and Starr Melton.
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Peters Township Youth Soccer in Full Swing By Paul Chasko Soccer is becoming more and more popular in Western PA and throughout the nation. In some areas - dare we say it - it's become as popular as football! There are several reasons for this, I suppose. Youth soccer players are not as prone to serious injury as are football players yet the sport is as competitive and provides nearly as much of a physical challenge. The instructional leagues I've had the opportunity to be associated with are great. Emphasis for the first few years is shifted from winning to merely learning the game and having fun. Peters Township has a great kids soccer program. They serve as feeder programs for the middle school and varsity teams.
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Automotive Guide Don’t Be Left Out of The Union-Finley Messenger Automotive Section. For Advertising Opportunities, call (412) 249-8177
You Don't Need the Luck of The Irish to Make Your Car "Green" (NewsUSA) - The Emerald Isle is known for being lush, green and teeming with stout, little leprechauns. While the latter might be just a myth, it's no fairy tale that by taking small steps to make your car go green, not only can you make the earth a little cleaner, but you can also save yourself a pot of gold worth of expenses. Firestone Complete Auto Care offers the following tips to help you make your vehicle a little greener: • Perform scheduled maintenance. Follow your vehicle's maintenance schedule to keep your vehicle in good working order. By using fresh filters and fluids, as well as making sure your emission control system is working properly, you can minimize your vehicle's impact on the environment. • Slow down. Vehicles use less fuel the slower they travel. Try dropping your highway speed by 10 mph. You will use less gas and cause fewer emissions. In addition, gradually stepping on the accelerator and gently applying the brakes is more fuel-efficient than sudden stops and gunning the engine.
• Plan ahead. Consolidate several trips into one. Plot out the most efficient route to get to all of your stops. You will use less gas and produce fewer emissions. • Roll up and remove excess. If you roll up your windows, your vehicle's aerodynamics will be more streamlined, the drag will be reduced and you'll get better mileage. Removing ski racks, bike racks and after-market rooftop cargo carriers can also help improve your vehicle's aerodynamics. • Don't idle. Don't idle to warm up your vehicle. Prolonged idling creates unnecessary emissions, and idling for more than thirty seconds consumes more fuel than re-starting the engine. Going green doesn't have to be a hassle, and it certainly doesn't include chasing after rainbows. By taking small steps throughout the year, you can ensure that your vehicle is doing its part to help make the planet a little cleaner.
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Seven Vehicle Maintenance Tips (NAPSI)—A good way to drive down the cost of keeping your car is to have a professional check it regularly, at least seven ways: 1. Check Tires. Tire wear is a good indicator of how the steering and suspension are performing. Excessive edge, center or shoulder wear suggest other maintenance is needed. Check air pressure on all tires, including the spare, as incorrect tire pressure can cause tires to wear prematurely. Tread and sidewall areas Professional should be inspected for uneven or irregular wear and replaced if worn or damaged. preventative 2. Check Brakes. Pads, shoes, rotors, calipers, maintenance can help fittings, brake hardware and parking brake should be checked. If your brakes squeal, it may keep your car on the road be time for replacements. to safety and savings. 3. Check Fluid Levels. Engine oil should be changed or replenished and all vehicle fluids and lubricants checked and changed at factoryrecommended intervals. Low or dirty fluids can damage your engine. 4. Check Engine Belts, Hoses and Fuel Filter. In today’s vehicles, a single drive belt provides power to many engine accessories and hoses carry vital fluids under high pressure. Prevent a breakdown or serious engine damage by replacing belts and hoses at recommended intervals. 5. Change Air Filter. The air filter is designed to protect your engine from airborne contaminants. Poor airflow to the engine inhibits performance and can mean greater fuel consumption. A new air filter lets clean, unrestricted air flow into the engine for proper performance and longer car life. 6. Check Battery. Whether for starting up in the morning or running the air-conditioning and other accessories, the battery is critical. Corroded terminals or a bulging or cracked case are signs it’s been subjected to extreme conditions. Each battery has a limited “life” to it. Test yours and replace it if necessary. 7. Check Wiper Blades. Worn wiper blades can affect your ability to see the road and vehicles in front of you. For greater visibility and smooth operation, Mopar all-season wiper blades are built for the long haul and feature a strong, all-metal superstructure for durable, reliable performance. An innovative wear indicator gradually turns from black to green to yellow as the blades wear. Mopar is Chrysler Group LLC’s service, parts and customer-care brand. According to Mopar’s Jim Sassorossi, “Performing preventative maintenance is critical for maintaining the safety and performance of your vehicle. Our technicians have the expertise, tools and factory-backed parts for these vehicles. And they work on them every single day.” More information and a complete list of accessories and performance parts are at www.mopar.com.
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Sunny Days Create Cloudy (And Dangerous) Nights For Your Car’s Headlights (NAPSI)—To stay on the road to safety, you need to inspect your vehicle’s headlights after they’ve been out in the sun. Its heat can cause damage to them and make driving unsafe. In fact, if you are out cruising at night, the odds are good that you can’t see anywhere near as well—or as far—as you could when your car was new. Why? Over time, your headlights get dull and cloudy, a condition somewhat akin to human cataracts. This cloudiness, caused by degradation from the sun’s bright rays, reduces and diffuses the light going through the headlight lens. This makes it difficult to see when driving in the dark. Most likely, if your car is five years old or older, the headlights are already showing visible signs of weathering and hazing. Folks who live in warm climates are likely to experience the problem much sooner. So take a step outside and look at your headlights. If they are hazy or cloudy, there’s a good chance your visibility is being greatly compromised. But there is a solution—and it’s a simple one. A headlight restoration kit, such as the one offered by Sylvania, takes only about 30 minutes per lens to restore them. You do not need to be a mechanic. You don’t even need to be mechanical. If you can wash your car, you can clean and restore your headlights. Plus, it takes years of degradation away, provides up to three times more light on the road and, most importantly, provides you with greater visibility and a safer nighttime driving experience. For more information, visit www.sylvania.com/auto.
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How Smart Truck Drivers Get Better Gas Mileage (ARA) - If your family has started to rethink your travels because of fuel prices, you may be looking for ways to save a few dollars at the gas pump when you fill up your truck. And if purchasing a new, more fuelefficient truck isn't an option for your family, here are some ways you can save gas money now. • Fuel choice: The first place to start saving is at the pump. Choose the fuel with the lowest octane level possible for your vehicle. Passing on pricey premium gasoline could save you hundreds of dollars a year, according to the Car Care Council (CCC), while using it won't boost your truck's performance. Once your tank is filled, make sure you tighten your gas cap to prevent fuel from evaporating. Loose, missing or damaged gas caps cause 147 million gallons of gasoline to evaporate each year, according to the CCC. • Driving style: The less you drive, the less you'll spend on gasoline. When you must get behind the wheel, consider your driving style. If you like to get up to speed quickly, and slow down at the last minute for a stop light or sign, you're likely burning extra fuel. Instead, stop and start gently, use cruise control when possible and reduce the amount of trips you make each day to reduce your gas consumption. • Reduce drag: Smooth out the aerodynamics of your truck with a truck bed cover, or a tonneau cover. Such covers, like the Access Roll-Up Cover, manufactured by Agri-Cover Inc., a North Dakota truck accessory company, are the easiest step you
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TOP 10 FAMILY CARS can take to see immediate gas mileage improvement. The roll-up cover is lockable, so not only does it help reduce your drag while traveling at high speed, it also protects your gear and improves the look of your vehicle. This cover installs easily with a clamp-on installation and can be rolled up behind the cab when not in use. For more information on the Access Roll-Up Cover and to find out how much gas money you could save, visit www.accesscover.com. • Maintenance: Checking and changing your oil is one of the most overlooked maintenance items, according to most auto body technicians. Oil is responsible for reducing wear caused by friction between moving parts in your truck's engine. It also helps to remove harmful substances from the engine. But if your oil isn't clean, it can't do its job appropriately. Also make sure the oil, air and fuel filters are clean as well. Once you're finished checking your truck's engine components, check your tires to see if they have the proper air pressure as recommended by your truck manufacturer. Proper inflation can improve your gas mileage by up to 3 percent.
(NAPSI)—Since families now come in all shapes and sizes, it’s a good thing the family vehicles of today follow suit. Whereas once the typical family owned a sedan or station wagon, contemporary families can also choose among SUVs, crossovers, minivans, wagons and hatchbacks. While it certainly can be nice to have options, a wide variety of choices can make the choosing all the more difficult, so each year, the editors of Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com pool their collective knowledge and expertise to decide the Top 10 Family Cars. Among the wealth of criteria used in the spirited judging are the characteristics that make vehicles family friendly. Safety, comfort, economy of operation, child friendliness, a reasonable purchase price and good resale value are tops in the consideration process. The editors believe all the worthy vehicles on this year’s list will provide excellent service and a fine ownership experience for the families that choose to make them their own. TOP 10 FAMILY CARS OF 2011 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2011 Honda Odyssey 2011 Chevrolet Traverse 2011 Hyundai Sonata 2011 Chrysler 300 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011 Ford Explorer 2011 Kia Sorento 2011 Ford Flex 2011 Volkswagen Golf (Vehicles listed in alphabetical order by brand.) “This year was especially difficult for the kbb.com editors to narrow down the Top 10 Family Cars of 2011 choices, as there is such a variety of new cars on the market today that have appealing features for the American family; capable versatility, value, safety and economical factors, to name a few,” said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst for kbb.com. “Just as there is no perfect family, there is no perfect family vehicle that is just right for all families, all the time. However, there are many great options available on the market today in various segments, and the kbb.com editors chose a wide variety of what we feel are the Top 10 Family Cars that should be on every family’s consideration list for 2011.” For more information on each of the Top 10 Family Cars, visit www.kbb.com/carnews/all-the-latest/top-10-family-cars-of-2011. For new vehicle pricing, reviews, video reviews, car-buying advice and more, visit www.kbb.com.
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Home & Garden A Few Easy Ways To Take The Headache Out of Moving
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oving from one house to another is always exciting, sometimes a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Here are some simple tips on how to get it done with minimal stress and strain. Look at all the alternatives: hiring a moving company, for example, versus renting a truck and doing it yourself. Whichever alternative makes most sense for you, get bids from more than one vendor! Check with your real estate agent to see if their company offers discounts for renting moving vans, Pods, or moving companies. Some van rental companies do have contacts with laborers. It pays to ask if you do not have the strength or will to carry things yourself. A few days before the moving company is scheduled to arrive or you’re supposed to pick up your rental truck, call to confirm that everything is on track to happen when it’s supposed to . Prepare your change of address cards in advance and send them out as soon as it’s appropriate to do so. The post office, utilities, companies and people you do business with, voter registration, friends, relatives – all should be notified of your move. Get an early start on packing by concentrating on seldom-used items first. Each box should have its contents and the room those contents belong in written on it clearly. Take a hard look at things you seldom or never use and throw away or donate as many of them as you can. The more you throw away or donate, the less you’ll have Finleyville 724-348-7470 to move. Every item you get rid of is one less item Belle Vernon 724-929-2180 to clutter up you new home. McMurray 724-941-8680
Protect Your Trees, Shrubs And Home Value Here are some tips for protecting your landscaping investment and improving curb appeal: • Make a snap judgment: Stand in the front of your yard and look at your house and property. What’s your first impression? If your home doesn’t impress you, then it’s not going to impress neighbors, home appraisers or potential buyers. It’s time to attack the problem areas. • Prune your shrubs: Your shrubbery should be neat and natural looking. Make sure you leave about a foot between your shrubs and your house to prevent mildew, rot, ants and termites from attacking your home. • Prune your trees: Remove branches that could fall and cause property damage. Remove diseased or insect-infested wood and prune to enhance the natural look of your trees. • Protect against destructive pests: Asian longhorned beetle, hemlock woolly adelgid, adult Japanese beetles, gypsy moths and tent caterpillars are some of the most common pests that will destroy your trees or shrubs if left unchecked. Bayer Advanced Tree & Shrub Protect & Feed II (www. BayerAdvanced.com) helps you protect your trees from destructive pests. Mix it with water and apply it around the roots of the tree. It protects for up to 12 months. Always read and follow label directions. • Add some color: Add pansies, violas, snapdragons and primroses around mailbox posts, driveway and walkway entrances and other sunny spots to make your landscape pop. Finally, it’s a good idea to spot-check your landscape for any problems while you mow your grass. That’ll save you time and help keep minor issues from getting bigger.
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Trax Farms Schedule of Events for June Trax Farms has been a friendly, family owned and operated farm for 146 years. We are your place in the country, conveniently located between South Park and Finleyville at 528 Trax Road, Finleyville, PA 15332. Store Hours: Mon. – Sat. – 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sun. – 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Herb Days at Trax Farms 20% OFF ALL HERBS Saturday, June 4 - Sunday, June 5 Two Free Lectures And Raffle Saturday, June 4; Lectures start at 10:00am The first talk is on herb basics, growing habits, container & growing tips, and which veggies and herbs make great companions. The second talk is on the 2011 Herb of the Year: Horseradish. Learn recipes, growing tips, and the interesting history and folklore of this pungent root. Outdoor Flea Market at Trax Farms Saturday, June 18th Trax Farms will hold Outdoor Summer Flea Markets again this year! In the grass area at the end of our main parking lot. (NO PRE-BOOKING ALL SPACES ARE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE.) Just park in
your 10x20 space and pay a $10 fee, collected at 9:00am, to sell right from your vehicle! Bring your own tables and chairs, change and change box, and clean up your area before you leave! It’s that simple! Come and shop early. You will find vendors selling antiques, gifts, collectibles, clothing, apparel, hobbies, food and much more. Whether you’re just browsing or ready to buy, there is something for everyone. Free parking and free admission make this the perfect family outing. Come join the fun at Trax Farms Outdoor Summer Flea Markets. Perennial Days at Trax Farms Sale 20% OFF ALL PERENNIALS Saturday, June 18 - Sunday, June 19 Free Lecture & Raffle Saturday, June 18 10:00am “Highs & Lows in your Perennial Garden” Whether you’re starting fresh or planning to update you can discover: What’s Tall, What’s Short What’s Old, What’s New What to Plant & What to Do!
20th Annual Strawberry Festival at Trax Farms Friday, June 10 - Sunday, June 12 from 10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m Strawberry season at Trax Farms has arrived! There will be great food and fun for the whole family. All three days will be filled with great strawberry treats and activities. Some of the treats include: strawberry covered Belgium waffles, sundaes & milkshakes, and slushies. All the treats are made from our own strawberries fresh from the farm. There will also be great food from the grill like hot dogs and BBQ ham. Some of the activities are pony rides, petting zoo, train rides, fishing for berries, a bounce house, and a lot more. Be sure to come hungry and ready for fun. Pick you own strawberries will be available too. Be sure to call ahead to make sure of picking times and dates. Summer Fling Wine Tasting Event Sunday, June 26 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm Learn about wine, and how it pairs with cheese, crackers, & chocolate, with award winning Arrowhead Wine Cellars owner Nick Mobilia. Also, be there as we introduce three new wines, a new Wine-a-Rita, and a new Sangria wine jelly.
Event’s Wine List: Pinot Grigio Chambourlin Vignole Red Raspberry Blackberry And A new unnamed dry red wine Tickets cost 20 and can be ordered over the phone at 412.835.3246. For more details call Liz at ext. 114. Water Gardening Days at Trax Farms Sale 20% OFF ALL WATER GARDENING PLANTS, FISH, PUMPS, AND SUPPLIES Saturday, June 4 - Sunday, June 5 Free Lectures and Raffle Sunday, June 5 at 1:00pm Learn how to: - Landscape your water feature - Keep your pond clean - Make your fish happy! - And win prizes!
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210 South St. 118 Morton St.
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California Area Annual Garden Tour July 23 The California Area Historical Society and the California Area School District Foundation are co-sponsoring a Garden Tour on July 23, 2011 from noon to 5 pm. The self-guided Tour will begin at the Historical Society’s headquarters at the Gallagher House on Wood Street in California, continue to include a variety of private gardens in California and Coal Center, and finish at the Harris Farm on South Ridge Road. Refreshments, a Chinese auction, and plants for purchase will be available along the tour. An ‘Art From the Garden’ photography competition will be held concurrent with the Tour and is open to all photographers in three categories: under 12, ages 13-18, and adult. Photographs should highlight the diversity of nature around us and may be taken anywhere in the world and include plant life, animals, and natural landscapes. Entries must be submited by July 18 to be displayed at the Gallagher House through the length of the Tour. Images will be judged on originality, technical excellence, composition, overall impact and artistic merit. Judges are a panel of people familiar with photography and independent of the sponsoring groups. Cost of the tour is $10. For additional information and tickets please phone the California Area Historical Society at 724-938-3250.
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CARROLL TOWNSHIP Ray Eugene Hartman William Weber William Brewer Sue Ann Worrall Kenneth Barna Albert Matty Stuart Bracher Estate of Frederick Lazzari Mary Hribar
Brandon Stotka and Tiffany Sauritch William Minnitte Jr. Matthew Quivers Citifinancial Inc. Charles Smith Jr. and Karen Smith Robert Madden Jeffrey Herman Keith Heckathorne Douglas and Elizabeth Snyder
1615 Fourth Street Ext. 1439 Fourth St. 1315 Wickerham Drive 730 Route 481 Ford Ave. 63 Orchard St. 1715 Fourth St. 204 Diane Drive 124 Donora Road
ELIZABETH BOROUGH Joseph DeMaio
Clara DeMaio
621 Seventh Ave.
ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Maronda Homes Inc. William Ward Estate of Harry Stauffer Marcia Gwaley Charles Baker Allan Fiore Wells Fargo Bank NA trustee Michael Farmer et al. William Hawse Estate of Carolyn Spyra Estate of Clara Montgomery Estate of Joseph Zombek Maronda Homes Inc. Maronda Homes Inc. Susan Fay Giles Keck
Wayne and Joy Washowich Everbank Lisa Fletcher Francis and Sandie McLaughlin William and Anita Merlino Gary and Allison Grimm Michele Menzi John and Debra Theis Jason Seyerle Darlene Spyra Valerie Barthels et al. and Ashley Mancini Rhett Copeland Jodi Drnach Michael and Beth Gasparovic Neil and Amy Yates
2224 Lebanon Drive 309 Donna Drive 518 Oberdick Drive 1108 Penhurst Ext. 2111 Ridge Road 642 Scenery Drive 105 Sherwick Drive 416 Cedar Drive 364 Lincoln Hall Road 1486 Scenery Drive 5809 Meade St. 406 Milford Drive 2236 Swallow Hill Drive 2238 Swallow Hill Drive 90 Duncan Station Road
FORWARD TOWNSHIP Karen Rice Lisa Fletcher et al.
Lawrence and Karen Bennett James Vaughn Wilson
Rotosky Ridge Road 3962 Warren Hill Road
Estate of Elaine Hamilton Alexis Piscitelli RAC Closing Services LLC
Randy Sawyers RAC Closing Services LLC Lisa Robertson
Cabin City Road 741 Bunola River Road 741 Bunola River Road
CLAIRTON Cynthia Van Ryn Nicholas John Maffeo Christopher Berry Estate of Margaret Minarchin Estate of Milton Skruch Mary Bradley Mathews Estate of James Ernest Frost
George and Wendy Gitas Costa Building Services LLC Andre Wiggins James and Cynthia Splenda Tanya Nicole Kach Dean and Tammy Maksin Matthew Krupp
4606 Bataan Ave. 522 Farnsworth Ave. 544 Halcomb Ave. 723 St. Clair Ave. 831 Vankirk St. 923 Vankirk St. 601 Lafayette Drive
Sponsored by Price $144,900 $78,800 $76,750 $1,198 by sheriff's deed $10,000 $112,500 $95,000 $159,900 $61,450 $106,000 $159,900 $1,735 by sheriff's deed $130,000 $69,000 $118,000 $128,500 $25,000 $224,000 $160,000 $147,500 $38,500 $110,000 $120,900 $129,900 $144,000 $25,000 $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $107,822) $2,000 $51,833 $33,000 $2,000 $10,000 $71,000 $20,000 $29,900 $8,000 $17,500
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CLAIRTON Margaret Ogurchak Jack Miller Florence Bartolomeo PNC Bank NA Nicholas St. Angelo Kenneth Alan Balch Matthew Krupp
Charles Fessler Craig and Jennifer Luttringer Mark Anchak Robert Morini Jr. Joleene Breedlove Unika Williams Thomas James Simpkins
378 New York Ave. 327 Pennsylvania Ave. 613 Sixth St. 469 Carnegie Ave. 537 Halcomb Ave. 547 Reed St. 583 Shady Court
Lois Kite Estate of Elinor Book
Christopher Dobbins Equity Trust Co. Cust FBO Robin Farnan IR
106 N. Fourth St. 320 Ohio Ave.
SOUTH PARK Michael Dadisman et al. Tracee Crawford Daniel Creehan Frank Wagner Julie Trbovich Michael Metropulos et al. David Clay Jr. HSBC Bank USA NA trustee Heartland Homes Inc. Wadwell Group James Trainor et al. Michele Kyle aka Cutright Victor Garfold
Northwest Savings Bank Chad Sechrist Scott and April Foster Joshua and Linda Marshall Citimortgage Inc. David Dabrowski Joseph and Shanna Ross Marcia Miller Patrick and Mary Catherine Sable Heartland Homes Inc. Jennifer Ker Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Chesapeake Loan Servicing LLC
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William Stajnrajh Glenn Undereiner Jr. Jason Seyerle
3098 Amy Drive $71,625 by sheriff's deed 2621 Chalet Lane $217,000 2836 Sebolt Road $33,000 1837 Wallace Road $140,000 1643 Main Blvd. $1,735 by sheriff's deed 5815 Pleasant St. $92,500 1668 Connor Road $143,000 1008 Maripat Drive $92,000 1232 Snee Drive $263,924 1239 Snee Drive $54,900 6510 Springvale Drive $118,000 2125 Stewart Road $2,500 by sheriff's deed 3098 Dara Drive $39,001 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $73,196) by sheriff's deed Andrew Strathman and Angela Reed Strathman 2841 Dolores Drive $167,500 Peter Kempton Jr. and Kathryn Kempton 1500 Harding Ave. $119,900 Christopher Evanick and Emily Gill 2044 Stagecoach Drive $225,000
PLEASANT HILLS Estate of Mary Margaret Donahoe Lawrence Wahl Jeanne Knoll Walter Earl Gregg et al. Jean Pond William Kolosvary Jr. et al. Nathan Carilli Estate of David Guthrie
Jared MacKenzie Wells Fargo Bank NA trustee Brianna Eiter US Bank NA trustee Anita Craig Joseph and Laura Griffo Kristin Kruzek and Raymond Schrello III Brian and Danielle Eisenberg
329 Grace St. 225 Rennie Drive 427 Saratoga Drive 130 Betty Rae Drive 418 Arbor Lane 112 Beedle Circle Drive 114 Sunrise Drive 378 Toura Drive
JEFFERSON HILLS Amy Ray Robert Nicklow NVR Inc. Maronda Homes Inc. NVR Inc.
Michael and Risa King Donald Holtz and Nicole Stefan Naomi Mattarock Brad and Bridget Ellis Wayne and Robyn Banks
1440 Regency Drive 502 Gill Hall Road 6043 Independence Drive 269 Pointer Drive 6028 Independence Drive
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$106,000 $3,236 by sheriff's deed $145,000 $1,936 by sheriff's deed $126,000 $129,900 $95,000 $167,900 $270,000 $103,000 $254,900 $259,699 $229,710
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Pleasant Hills Garden Club Keeps Busy
It has been a busy month for the Pleasant Hills Garden Club. We started the month with a tour to the beautiful and historic Fallingwater. Our members enjoyed a wonderfully sunny outing. After our guided tour of the Kaufman's Home we went back to the barn for a box lunch and a presentation by our own Ann Talarek. Recently, the club held its annual plant sale. The sale was a success and many in the community went home with iris, tomato, and assorted ground covers to plant in their own gardens. Thank you for supporting our garden club. The Pleasant Hills Garden club is always looking for new members and although we meet in Pleasant Hills we accept members from all of our surrounding communities. We are a working club, as we take care of the garden at the cloverleaf at the Bill Green Shopping Center. We also take care of the entrances at the arboretum and Mowry Park. If you would like more information on the clue you can email us at phillsgardenclub@gmail.com. Our next meeting is at 12:30 pm at the Pleasant Hills Borough building, 410 E Bruceton Rd on June 27.
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JEFFERSON HILLS, (Continued) Robert Podomnik Jr. Mark Pazo Carolyn Landy US Bank NA trustee NVR Inc. Southersby Development Corp. Donald Housley Donald Tarczy Lindsay Brain et al. Maronda Homes Inc.
Dale Morgele Jr. Albert and Heather Nemchek Charles and Lynne Munz Patricia Jones Christopher James Sear NVR Inc. Peter and Elizabeth Goutmann Richard and Crystal Wojnar South Hills Supply LLC Justin and Jamie Narr
407 Payne Hill Road 224 Springhouse Drive 930 Cochran Mill Road 295 E. Deer Park Drive 6014 Independence Drive 6071 Independence Drive Ridge Road 2060 Riverview Drive Route 51 268 Pointer Drive
$84,900 $295,000 $20,000 $100,000 $280,972 $39,000 $115,000 $303,000 $60,000 $254,480
NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIP Robert Wells Daphne Hall Gary McKeever Jeffrey Taranto Heartland Homes Inc.
Robert Pigott II and Victoria Pigott Charles and Danielle Rae Drake Christian Duvall and Katy Wong Bret and Lindsey McCarthy Philip Semplice
137 Sugar Run Road 219 Walnut Drive 262 Arrowhead Lane 312 Hickory Nut Drive 313 Hickory Nut Drive
$285,000 $260,000 $425,000 $260,000 $186,000
PETERS TOWNSHIP Kenneth Beck Citimortgage Inc. Michael Mandelson St. Clair Memorial Hospital George Frost St. Clair Memorial Hospital Wadwell Group NVR Inc. Karen Luffey George and Mary Louise Frost Peters Township Land Co. LLC Oliver and Linda Herndon Richard Schaeffer Calvin and Rosie Magee Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Joseph and Renee Muscatello Suzanne Sala Reinold and Beverly Hjerpe Linda Taylor Bryan and Shannon Pirosko Meredith Byers Sean and Veronica Byers Clarence Kinzeler III American International Relocation Soluti American International Reloc. Solutions Thomas and Nancy Burnett Kirk Spilman Relocation Properties Management LLC John Golembiewski William Moore Jr. and Catherine Bunner Moore Mark Tabler RAC Closing Services LLC Christi Fischer Xiaojuan Luo Roland Lazzaro Jr. Cedarbrook Investments L.P. WCW Development Inc. Heartland Homes Inc. Williamson & Jefferson Inc. Heartland Homes Inc. Margaret A Hardy Revocable trustee Daniel and Joyce Wallach
121 Hardwood Drive 111 Holt Lane 119 Holt Lane McIntosh Drive 110 Phillips Drive 311 Braeburn Drive 103 Briarwood Drive 305 Buckingham Drive 111 Grouse Court 310 Hedgerow Drive 154 Marion Drive 217 Molly Drive 217 Molly Drive 620 Sagewood Drive 109 Springbrooke Drive 321 Buckingham Drive 302 Buffalo Ridge Road 203 Cedarbrook Court Longleaf Drive Longleaf Drive 110 Oakhurst Drive
Linda Taylor Duane White James Puskas James Cormas
Turkeyfoot Road 686 Venetia Road 103 Adelbert Drive 101 Cedarbrook Court
Debra Daum Mark Egri John and Sarah Darby Michael and Lauren Ward
$1,045 by sheriff's deed $234,000 $222,000 $89,285 $207,000 $170,000 $520,000 $750,000 $149,900 $424,000 $212,500 $415,000 $415,000 $537,500 $650,000 $805,000 $345,000 $375,000 $117,500 $117,500 $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $289,364) $130,000 $165,000 $260,000 $372,500
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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller PETERS TOWNSHIP NVR Inc. Lea Zurna Kurt Kharouf Bruce Klassen James McChesney Christopher Vaught Great Meadows L.P. Mary Jean Chiodo Williamson & Jefferson Inc. William & Jefferson Inc. Williamson & Jefferson Inc. Williamson & Jefferson Inc. Carol Ann Thropp Carol Ann Thropp Michael Paul Hlad Jr. Judith M Berge trustee Wells Fargo Bank NVR Inc. Francis Pate III Erin McCloskey-lazzari Wadwell Group NVR Inc. NVR Inc. Philip Semplice
Buyer William Meisel Jr. and Lynn Ann Meisel Kerr Properties LLC Robert and Juliet Collins Gregory Morrow Lang Daniel Harmon Dinesh and Lekshmi Nair NVR Inc. Christopher and Angela Layton Heartland Homes Inc. Heartland Homes Inc. Heartland Homes Inc. Heartland Homes Inc. Alfred and Wendi Cagni Alfred and Wendi Cagni Gregory Salerno Chadwick and Catherine JB Hanna Brian and Laura Cabe Tiffany Yanuzo Nicholas and Courtney Bullington Ruth Garrett NVR Inc. Erin and Stephanie Walker Christopher and Amanda Marie Seaman Penny Giannangeli
Address 540 Cortland Drive 119 Grouse Court 101 Horizon Drive 119 Kathy Ann Lane 114 Lutes Road 121 Pine Creek Drive Scenic Ridge Drive 121 Woods Lane Unknown Address Unknown Address Unknown Address Unknown Address Bebout Road 184 Bebout Road 536 Circle Drive 120 Fawn Valley Drive 109 Lisa Court 2077 Majestic Drive 115 Pine Creek Drive 340 Quail Run Road Rocky Ridge Road 627 Scenic Ridge Drive 635 Scenic Ridge Drive 315 Scott Lane
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What Are Those Brown Spots In My Yard? (NAPSI)—It’s summertime. You’ve just returned from your relaxing family vacation at the beach. You drive up to your house and then you’re shocked by what you see—brown spots in your beautiful green lawn. Oh, you’re not losing your mind. The sprinkler system worked just fine. The kid who cuts your grass didn’t scalp it. Your lawn has a disease. You’ve got fungus. And it can spread quickly if you don’t treat it. “Lawn diseases are often caused by bad lawn care habits,” said Lance Walheim, co-author of “Lawn Care for Dummies” and lawn care expert for Bayer Advanced™. “Prevention is the key to save time, money and your lawn.”
Lawn diseases are often caused by bad lawn care habits.
HERE ARE A FEW HELPFUL TIPS: • Make sure your lawn has proper drainage: If part of your lawn is constantly wet, you’ve got a breeding ground for fungus. Aerating is one of the best ways to improve drainage. But you might need to add soil and grade and replant grass in areas that are consistently wet. • Water early: Be sure to water your lawn before 10 a.m. so that it dries off in the afternoon. Deep, infrequent watering gives your grass time to dry out. • Prevent the problem: Bayer Advanced Fungus Control for Lawns (www.BayerAdvanced. com) cures and prevents common lawn diseases such as brown patch, dollar spot, rust and others. In fact, it prevents diseases for up to 30 days. The hoseend sprayer covers a 5,000-square-foot lawn fast with one application. For best results, apply when conditions are favorable for disease development. (Contact your local cooperative extension agent for information on turf diseases in your area.) Always read and follow label directions. • Mow at the right height for your kind of grass: Mowing too low weakens grass. Don’t cut wet grass. Wait for your lawn to dry off from the morning dew or after a rainfall. • Fertilization: You should check with your local cooperative extension service for the proper feeding schedule for your type of grass and climate. Lawn diseases sneak up quickly, even during drought conditions. So keep an eye out for them when you’re out in your yard.
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Get Rid Of Household Hazards (NAPSI)--Make safety a priority in your home when you clean. Here are tips to help:
Living Room/Dining Room • Secure all bookcases, shelving and heavy furniture. Place heavier items on lower shelves and in bottom drawers. • Many houseplants are poisonous and pots are heavy, so keep them out of reach of little hands. • Use plug protectors for all unused wall outlets.
Bathroom • To prevent bathwater scalds, set the thermostat of your hot water heater no Protect your children and higher than 120 degrees F. It takes just three seconds for a child to sustain a pets by using only cordless third degree burn at 140 degrees F. window products. • Always request child-resistant packaging for medicine, but go a step further by making sure medicine cabinets are locked at all times. Even items that may seem harmless can be dangerous to a child.
Kitchen • Keep sharp knives and other utensils well out of reach and make sure that knife blades are pointing down when placed in a dishwasher’s cutlery basket. • When cooking, always use the back burners, turn pot handles toward the back of the stove and keep hot foods and liquids away from young children. • And make sure microwaves are out of reach of children as well; the vast majority of microwave burns among children are serious scald burns.
Bedroom • Make sure cribs are properly assembled and meet current safety standards, and that crib mattresses fit snugly. • According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, infants and young children can die from accidentally strangling in window cords. The Window Covering Safety Council reminds parents and caregivers of potential window-cord dangers and urges them to make the right choice and use only cordless window products in homes with young children. Owners and renters should replace all corded window coverings made before 2001 with today’s safer products.
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Chuck Monticello coaxed many from the crowd onto the dance floor with their fine county sounds.
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Carolyn Wissenback of Penn State Extension educates on how to do home canning safely.
Chad Watson and Tina Zediker hold twin Weimaraner puppies who drew many to the National Pike Festival booth.
Information and Entertainment Abound at Washington County Ag Days Event By Alice Harris The 23rd annual Washington County Ag Days were held earlier this Spring at Washington Crown Center, Washington, PA. Many agricultural related organizations set up informational tables and displays, where attendees got introduced to the many aspects of agriculture in place right where they live. Ag Days is also is a prelude to the Washington County Fair held each summer. The 2011 Washington County Fair dates are August 13-20.
One of the favored displays for kids is the ducky slide where ducklings climb one side of the slide and go down the other then to swim the pond do it all over again.
Team Pride Showing Up On Window Shades (NewsUSA) - What do you get for the sports fan who has everything? Glare-blocking window shades customized with team colors, logos and mascots. The Major League Baseball Collection of roller shades from Comfortex Window Fashions includes licensed logos from all 30 major league baseball teams. The shades are available in custom-made sizes, so they can be tailored to suit any size room, from a bedroom to a large den or home theater. Choose a shade with a single, dramatic team logo for a media room, or a shade with an all-over print of the team logo and mascot for a young baseball star's bedroom. For the college sports fans, choose from the Collegiate Collection of roller shades. Choose shades that feature the university team logo, mascot or both. The Collegiate Collection is expanding every day to include more teams, so visit www.comfortex.com to look for your alma mater. Teams for which roller shades are currently available include the U.S. Military Academy, Stanford University, the University of Maryland, the University of Kentucky, Georgia Tech, Villanova University and the University of Connecticut. In addition to showing your team spirit, the roller shades are designed to block excess glare. Pull down the shades and enjoy every play of the big game without excess light reflecting on your TV. Even when the TV is off, the team-themed window shades create a festive atmosphere for any pre-game or post-game party. According to John C. Fitzgerald, executive vice president of Comfortex, "The shades are also designed for school facilities such as alumni halls, dormitories and campus centers." Customized roller shades from either the Major League Baseball Collection or the Collegiate Collection make great gifts for the sports fans in your family or for your favorite college student. Comfortex Window Fashions has been an innovator in the window treatment field since 1986. For more information about the Major League Baseball Collection or the Collegiate Collection of roller shades from Comfortex, visit www.comfortex.com.
Washington County Farm Bureau's goal was to collect as many front loader loads of food as possible for their annual food drive to benefit the Greater Washington Food Bank.
Jordan and Rich Lustik of Eighty Four, PA displayed their huge award winning "Silver Bullet" tractor whose pulling team has achieved 9 National Championship titles.
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State Rep. Saccone Honors South Park Couple for 50th Anniversary Pennsylvania State Representative, Rick Saccone, House presented Stephen and Elizabeth (Betty) Taufer of South Park with a citation from the Commonwealth celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. On May 20, 1961 Steve and Betty were married in a small coal mining community. It was a bright and sunny day as they walked from her parent's house to St Joseph Church in Cokeburg, Pennsylvania. They were blessed with 4 children and have 5 grandchildren. Steve is retired from the U.S. Postal Service and Betty is retired from South Hills Health Systems. Today, Steve and Betty's favorite activity is spending time with their family and friends. Both look forward to many more years of togetherness and good health.
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Area Roller Skater "Figures" to Make an Impression at Nationals Valley Roller Figure Skating Club member Rebecca Geisler recently earned four first place awards at the New Jersey Open, held at the Holiday Skating Center in Delanco, NJ. Geisler earned first place in "Elementary A Girls Figures," "Elementary A Girls Loops Figures," and the "Elementary Combined Figure Event." She also skated to a first place in the "Elementary A Solo Dance Event." Geisler skates for the Donora based club under the instruction of Linda Miner, owner and figure skating coach at Valley Skating Center. Rebecca has been coached by Linda the last three years and has been a finalist at the Nationals the last two. This season she is working hard to place in the top three. Rebecca recently competed at the Enola Invitational near Harrisburg over Memorial Day weekend and then on to the national qualifiers (Eastern Regional Championships) to be held in New Jersey. The qualifiers will be skaters from PA, NJ, and DE. The top 4 skaters will qualify to skate the National Championships to be held at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Ft. Wayne, IN. late July and the first week of August. Rebecca is the daughter of Bill and Cathy Geisler of Carrick.
Tyler Mautino Graduates From University of Pittsburgh Tyler Mautino of Finleyville graduated from the University of Pittsburgh's School of Arts and Sciences on Sunday, May 1, 2011. He is attending NovaSoutheastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and will be studying to obtain his graduate degree as a doctor of optometry. Tyler is a 2007 graduate of Ringgold High School and is the son of Michael and Sharon Mautino of Finleyville.
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Finleyville Man Honored with Naming of Towboat By Tracy Fedkoe Dave Kruetzer, a longtime resident of Finleyville, spent many years of his career dedicated to the rivers in Pittsburgh and now a boat that bears his name will work on them. The 1350 horsepower, 3-deck towboat was named the "Dave Kreutzer" in his honor by colleague and friend Richard J. Blank, president of Blank River Services in Elizabeth, PA. “In choosing a name for the boat, it is common to pick a person who made an outstanding The newly named "Dave Kruetzer" towboat contribution to the company or industry,” said chugs down the river. James R. McCarville, Executive Director, Port of Pittsburgh Commission at the dedication ceremony on March 23 at the Gateway Clipper Landing. That they did. Dave Kreutzer spent 30 years with Consol Energy, working his way up from mining to become the General Manager of the River Division from 1982 to 1998 when he retired. He is best known for his contributions to the river industry in Pittsburgh where he was instrumental in the creation of the Port of Pittsburgh Commission and served as chairman for many years, as well as securing construction authorization and Dave and JoAnn Kreutzer pictured in front of the towboat funding for Locks and Dams 7 named in Dave's honor at the dedication ceremony held on and 8, and Dams 2, 3, and 4 on Marcch 23. (Photo courtesy of James McGough) the Monongahela River. Kreutzer also provided years of service to the Waterways Association of Pittsburgh, The River Terminal Operators’ Association, the American Waterways Organization, and National Waterways Conference. “Dave Kreutzer is not about obtaining glory for his multitude of accomplishments, but I feel that refurbishing this vessel and naming it after Dave honors him for the tremendous impact he has had on this industry,” said Blank. Dave Kreutzer, who was ‘stymied’ by the large crowd that turned out in his honor, offered a dedication for the vessel. “I hope that the ‘other’ Dave Kreutzer enjoys the river as I have, and I hope that it has the wonderful luck that I have had in my life,” he said. Dave’s wife, JoAnn, broke the traditional bottle of champagne on the H-bit and the Reverend Wendy Keys bestowed the blessing. With a complete renovation and passing of the Coast Guard’s inspection, the boat is now in operation on Pittsburgh’s rivers and will have a long life to serve.
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Center Church Christian Preschool Summer Camp Center Church Christian Preschool is excited to announce its “Best Two Weeks of Summer Camp”. The classes are open to any child in the community ages 3-6 years old. The themes are Helpers in our Community, May 31 – June 3 and Tell Me a Story, June 6-9. The cost is $60 each week from 9:30 a.m. to Noon. Call Bonnie Kline at 724-263-2385 to register. We are also registering for Fall for children 2-5 years old.
St. Anthony Church Festa St. Anthony Festa will be held Friday, June 24 from 5-11 p.m., Saturday, June 25 from 4-11 p.m., and Sunday, June 26 from 3-9 p.m. at Festa Park across from Sheetz in Monongahela. Ethnic food, BBQ, fries, flea market, bingo, games and more. Free live entertainment – Friday – Hubcabs; Saturday – Marcels; Sunday – Dr. Zott. Free admission and parking.
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Offers Babysitting Services Last chance until September! St Peter’s Episcopal Church in Brentwood is offering babysitting services on Friday, June 10, from 6 to 10:30 p.m. While there, children will be able to participate in age-appropriate activities, games, and crafts. Parents should pack a small snack for their child, and drinks are provided. The cost is $3 per hour for first child in family, $2 for second child and $1 for each additional child. Reservations are recommended, but not required. Proceeds benefit the youth of St. Peter’s. The church is located at 4048 Brownsville Road, overlooking Brentwood Towne Center, near Rt. 51. Please call the church at 412-884-5225 or visit our website at www.stpetersbrentwood.org.
Kids Summer Events at Peters Creek Baptist Church Peters Creek Baptist Church, 6300 Library Rd., South Park will be holding two summer events for kids on June 20-24 from 6:30- 9:00 p.m. Son Surf Beach Bash Open to preschoolers who have turned 3 years old as of June 1, through those who will be starting first grade in September. This week-long program will blend Bible teaching with music, beach crafts, and high energy games. Three and four year olds must be accompanied by a parent.
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Mega Sports or Drama Camp “Go the Distance” is for Elementary Kids who have completed 1st through 5th Grade. Mega Sports Camp is a fun program that mixes sports and Bible teaching to change the lives of kids. Through soccer, kids will learn Bible truths and good sportsmanship. Mega Drama Camp will teach kids drama basics using games & activities. Kids will apply their new skills by performing in a skit on the final evening. Registration fee of $5 per child is requested for each event. Register online at www.peterscreekbaptist.com or call the church office at 412-833-6111.
Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church Car Wash and Flea Market The Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church Youth Group will hold a car wash and flea market on June 18 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The group is raising funds to convert a room in the church for use by the Youth Group. Funds will also be used for the group’s mission work. Refreshments will be available for purchase. There will also be tables and outdoor spaces for rent for the flea market. Indoor tables are $5 each and 10x10 outdoor spaces are available for $10 each. To reserve a space, please call Nikki at 724483-1032. Space is limited.
Upcoming Events at The Chapel of Oneness There will be two Psychic Mediums available to do readings at the Fleatique in Chess Park on Main Street in Monongahela on Saturday, June 4, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Come join us and see what the future holds for you or maybe even get a message from someone that has passed on to the other side. There will be lots of food and vendors. Braco is from Croatia, and thru his silent gaze he is able to convey a positive energy to the people and is known all over Europe. Braco does not claim to be a healer although thousands of people swear by him. He will be at The Double Tree Pittsburgh HotelMonroeville, 101 Mall Blvd. in The Confluence Ballroom on Sunday, June 12 and Monday, June 13. $8 per session, tickets available at the door or advanced tickets can be purchased at www.Braco.net. Each session will last 35 minutes and each gazing lasts from 5-7 minutes. For further information, contact Rachael at 412-770-4961 or visit www.TheChapelOfOneness.com.
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VBS at Thomas Presbyterian Church Register now for Son Surf Beach Bash VBS at Thomas Presbyterian Church. Kids will explore the wonders of the beach as they discover the Big Answers to the Big Questions about Jesus - who He is and why they need Him. Join us the week of July 11 -15 from 6:00 until 8:30 p.m. Register online at www.thomaschurch.org on the “children” page or fill out a registration form at the church office. We’ll save you a spot!
Riverview Baptist Church Invites Children to PandaMania: Where God is Wild About You A summer kids’ event called “PandaMania” will be hosted at Riverview Baptist Church from June 20 to June 24. Kids will explore a bamboo forest filled with crazy pandas, as they discover that God loves us. Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, dig into yummy treats, experience electrifying Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of God’s wild love, and create Bible Point crafts they’ll take home and play with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Each day concludes with a Rowdy Wrap-Up - a celebration that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve learned. Family members and friends (also called Very Important Pandas) are encouraged to join in daily for this special time at 8:30 p.m. PandaMania is for kids from Preschool to High School and will run from 6:00 to 8:45 p.m. each day. For more information, call Joyce Matteson, VBS Director at 724-2583084.
June Events at South Hills Assembly of God Church South Hills Assembly of God Church, 2725 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park plans the following events for June. For more information call 412-835-8900 or visit www.southhillsassembly.org. • Free Family Movie Night - at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 3 featuring “Ratatouille.” Free hot dogs, popcorn and iced tea available at 6:00 p.m. Fun for the whole family; children must be accompanied by an adult. Please RSVP. • Man’s Day and Family Fun Event from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 4; admission
is free. See classic cars, Harley Davidson motorcycles, vendors, exhibits, “hands on” how-to demos featuring hardware, home improvements, fitness, landscape, sports, music, automotive, and more. Several pizzerias will be contending for the best pizza trophy in the Bethel’s Best Pizza Bake-Off. Refreshments will be available at a nominal cost. We’ll have face painting and balloon twisting for the kids along with popcorn, cotton candy and carnival-type food. • A Miracle Healing Service - with Brother Arvin Sorge and Healing Waters Praise Team will be held at 7:00 p.m., Monday, June 6 in the sanctuary. Jesus showed that Divine Healing is a vital part of God’s plan for mankind. Come, learn, be healed and stay healed. Bring the afflicted and expect miracles. • Wings of Eagles Motorcycle Ministry will meet and depart from the church at 9 a.m., Saturday, June 11 and ride to Ohiopyle, PA. For more information call Tom at 412-716-6510 or Kenny at 412-6058738. • Mega Sports & Art Camp - is offered for kids age 2 through 5th grade, daily from 9 a.m. to noon Monday - Friday, June 20 24. The cost for the entire week is $5; optional T-shirt is $5 additional. At Mega Sports and Art Camp children will learn the quality fundamentals of sports (soccer, basketball, hockey or cheerleading) or learn art from some of the best artists in Pittsburgh and create really cool stuff, plus rallies with Bible teaching and music. Make sure your children and their friends don’t miss out. There is something exciting for everyone. Please pre-register at the church or online at www.southhillsassembly.org, click on Ministries then Kids. • Jeremiah 29:11 Employment Transition Group - is a support group for those who are searching for jobs. In a difficult economy, come to network with others for prayer and encouragement from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 21. Facilitators assist with resume writing, interview skills and job opportunities. • Wings of Eagles Motorcycle Ministry will meet and depart from the church at 8:00 a.m., Sunday, June 26 and ride to the Thunder in the Valley motorcycle rally in Johnstown, PA. For more information call Tom at 412-716-6510 or Kenny at 412-6058738.
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Area Church News... Area Church News... Area Church News... Area Church News “Renew” VBS at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
Strawberry Festival at Peters Creek Presbyterian Church
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church will hold “Renew” Vacation Bible School August 1-4. Registrations are being taken for children age 3 - 4th grade. Older children can serve as volunteers. Forms can be picked up in the church office or can be downloaded and printed from the church’s website at www.ourredeemer-peters.org.
Peters Creek Presbyterian Church, 250 Brookwood Road, Venetia, would like to invite the community to a Strawberry Festival on June 4 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Menu includes, fried chicken, roast beef, potato salad, baked beans and strawberry shortcake. Kids games and Theme Basket Drawing. Please call the church office for tickets at 724-941-6210. Adult/$10, Children/$5, Seniors/$8, Dessert Only/$4. Proceeds to benefit 2011 Mission Trips.
Wright United Methodist Church June Events Is it hard to get up on Sunday morning? Are the kids sports activities happening on Sundays and you’re not able to make church? Wright United Methodist church has a solution. Come and join us at 6:30 p.m. Saturday evening for the faith Cafe service. We have a 30 - 40 minute relaxed worship in the fellowship hall. We provide you with a snack and good fellowship. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Hope to see you soon. Wrights Faith Cafe, 788 Venetia Rd., Venetia. • Strawberry Festival A Strawberry Festival is being held on June 18 from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. to raise money for Imagine No Malaria. With your help we can eradicate Malaria in Africa. Come and learn how you can make a difference in a child’s live. • Vacation Bible School Inside Out and Upside Down in Main Street. Where Jesus makes a difference everyday! This is the theme for VBS this year at Wrights United Methodist Church July 2529 from 9:00-12:00. Plan to attend this free week of crafts, games, music, bible story and snacks. We have a program Friday evening to share what we have done with family and friends. Our mission project this year is to raise money for Imagine No Malaria. Call to register your children age 3 (must be potty trained) to 5th grade. For more information, call the Church at 724-348-5718 or Twila at 412-831-7149.
Upcoming Events at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church St. Peters Episcopal Church announces the following programs and events for the month of June. The church is located at 4048 Brownsville Road. Please call the church at 412-884-5225 or visit our website, www.stpetersbrentwood.org. • St. Peter’s Youth Group (SPYG) - is open to all teens in junior/senior high, bring a friend. Upcoming spring activities include: Fun with local teens along the beautiful Lake Erie Shore. June 4 - Pittsburgh Power Game (all ages), 7:30 p.m. June 22 - 29 - Episcopal Youth Event in Minneapolis (High School only) • Zumba Classes - Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m. Georgann Siesky will teach the class, which is one hour long, for $6.00 per person. For more information, please visit our website. • Flea Market - Friday, June 17, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 18, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (light lunch available). • Golf Outing - Saturday, June 25, St Peter’s Episcopal Church will be holding their annual Golf Outing “the Episcopalian Open - all denominations welcome”, at Scenic Valley Golf Course (681 Church Hill Rd., Finleyville - scenicvalleygolf.com). More information will be available closer to the date.
• Vacation Bible School - July 11 - 15, 9 a.m. - noon. Children 3 1/2 and older are invited to attend Catch a Wave and join us for Beach Bash VBS. Each day begins with a short skit introducing the lesson of the day. The fun continues with Bible study, crafts, snacks, games, and songs. More details to follow, or visit out website.
family friendly “Best in the Burgh-er” cookoff event. Also, Michael’s Maurader’s, a biker based Christian ministry from Northern Virginia, will be visiting and sharing their stories at CrossRoads Community Church on July 17.
Vacation Bible School at Windover Hills UMC
There will be a Pancake and Sausage Breakfast held at Windover Hills United Methodist Church located at 6751 Ridge Road in South Park, on Saturday, June 18 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Cost is just $5 for adults and $3 for kids 5 to 11 years old. Free for kids under 5.
Windover Hills UMC, Grace Lutheran and Nativity Catholic Churches invite all children 4 years of age through 5th grade to join us for a fun filled week. Vacation Bible School held Monday Friday, June 20 through June 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Windover Hills UMC, which is located at 6751 Ridge Road in South Park. The price is $15 per child if registered between May 10 and June 12. We are in need of adults or high school age teens to help teach lessons each day or to be an aide in a classroom. Students completing 6th grade on up are also needed in other areas. This is a very rewarding experience. Please donate some of your time this summer. Registrations can be picked up at any of the above 3 churches or contact Peggy Jarosh at 412-655-1624 for any additional information.
Exciting Summer for CrossRoads Community Church of Jefferson Hills This June, teams and individuals in the south hills area can sign up for Power Play: South Hills Inter-Community Dodgeball League. This new dodgeball league begins playing in September but registration packets and more details can be requested online on the Power Play Facebook fan page or by email to sicdodgeball@gmail.com This July, CrossRoads kicks off another powerful VBS for children culminating in a
Sausage and Pancake Breakfast at WHUMC
June Events at Center Presbyterian Church in McMurray Center Presbyterian Church, located at 255 Center Church Road in McMurray, has worship services every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. (until June 19), with communion served at the early service. Beginning June 19, services will be held at 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. throughout the summer. Dates to remember: Every Thursday and Saturday - Donate blood to the Central Blood Bank Registration is underway for the 20112012 preschool classes. Sunday school classes for all ages begin at 9:45 a.m. Sunday mornings and our Junior/Senior High Youth Group meets Sunday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Our church supports several mission and outreach groups including Girl Scouts, Family Promise/Interfaith Hospitality Network, youth summer mission trip to Cincinnati Ohio, AA meetings, Relay for Life, and play groups for children with Down’s Syndrome. For more information, please call the church office 724-941-9050. More Church News on the following page
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Area Church News... Area Church News Jefferson Hills Bible Church June Event On June 18, at Andrew Reilly Memorial park, 885 park, 365 Wray Dr., Jefferson Hills, 15025, from 4 - 9 p.m. Jefferson Hills Bible Church will be teaming up with local churches to host “Sing Out Hunger.” “Sing Out Hunger” is a non-profit event to raise money for the South Hills Interfaith food bank. “Sing Out Hunger” will consist of free music, food, and games for children. Families and individuals are encouraged to bring canned goods or monetary gifts to support the food bank.
Upcoming Events at Beth Israel Center Synagogue
Monthly Pizza Puzzler! Win a FREE Large “Grande” 1-topping Pizza from Vocelli Pizza*! Two (2) lucky winners every month! Just fill in the correct answers to the questions below, and write your name, address and telephone number on the entry form. Then mail in your entry form to the Union-Finley Messenger. Each month we will draw two (2) local winners from all correct entries. Winners will receive a gift certificate good for one (1) FREE Large “GRANDE” pizza from Vocelli Pizza. Remember to look for a new Monthly Pizza Puzzler every month, and send in your entry form! (*Good only at Finleyville location. One entry per household per month. Employees of the Union-Finley Messenger; Haniford Enterprises LLC, or Vocelli Pizza are not eligible.)
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Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the Union-Finley Messenger. When is the St. Thomas A’ Becket Annual Festival? Who does the Annual Monongahela Bar Crawl raise funds for? What new restaurant recently opened in Union Township? Name: Address: Phone Number: Entry forms should be submitted to: Union-Finley Messenger, Attention: “Monthly Pizza Puzzler,” P.O. Box 103, Finleyville, PA 15332
Congratulations to our May Pizza Puzzler winners! MARY BETH GREGORINI - Monongahela • MARY JAYNE FURIO - Belle Vernon
Beth Israel Center Synagogue, located at 118 Gill Hall Road in Jefferson Hills, is a small but active Conservative Jewish congregation. We were established fifty-two years ago and have provided religious, educational, and social support for South Hills communities ever since. Our president is Arthur Weinblum and spiritual leader is Rabbi Amy Greenbaum. Several activities are on hold during the summer months and will resume in September. These include the popular monthly Adult Lecture Series, Men's Club breakfast meetings, and Family Movie Night. Throughout the summer religious services will be held every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. with a social hour following.
• Sisterhood Donor Luncheon - Sunday, June 5. This is a fund raising function that honors the hard working women of Sisterhood who volunteer their time throughout the year. Special thanks will be expressed for Sisterhood's co-presidents Dr. Joan Glickstein and Janet Selsley who have guided us through another successful year. The 2011 - 2012 Sisterhood Board of Directors will be installed. • Annual BIC Summer Picnic - will take place on July 17, rain or shine. • New Roof Committee - will meet during the summer to plan strategies and events to raise money for a new roof for the building. Former and present members as well as community support for this fund raising effort will be greatly appreciated. For information about these special events, purchase of Sisterhood's cookbook ($15), purchase of the hardcover 350 page pictorial history book The People of Beth Israel Center - 50 Years ( $75 ) or about BIC synagogue membership please call the office at 412-655-2144. Additional information is available at www.bethisraelpgh.org.
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Methodist Church in West Elizabeth Closes Their Doors By Charlotte Hopkins Much to the dismay of many West Elizabeth residents, the United Methodist Church will be closing their doors on Sunday, June 5, 2011. The final service is open to all and will be held from 3:00 – 5:00 PM. Previous pastors from the church will also be in attendance and participating in the final sermon, including Pastor Tom Petrosky. Pastor Floyd Hughes of CrossRoads of Jefferson Hills Church is also planning a new church from the ground up in West Elizabeth. Pastor Hughes will be hosting a meeting on June 4 at 3:00 PM at the Country Kitchen in West Elizabeth. Residents and all others interested in assisting in the planning of the new church are welcome to attend the meeting. Those who have suggestions for the new church or are just curious to see what is being planned are also welcome to attend.
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Kids & Family Crayfishin' Home School Outdoor Classroom at Mingo Creek Park The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering Crayfishin' a Home School Outdoor Classroom at Mingo Creek County Park on Thursday, June 9. Two sessions are available: Session I will begin at 10:00 a.m. and Session II will begin at 1:00 p.m. We will be meeting at Shelter 5. Equipped with nets and containers, we will have a blast catching and observing crayfish in Mingo Creek. Learn all about crayfish and how to catch them while exploring their habitat. Water shoes or boots are a must, and a spare change of clothes is recommended. Please note that this program is designed for home schooled children ages 5 to 11. There is no fee for this program but pre-registration is required and can be made by calling the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation office at 724-228-6867. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington, PA off of Route 136.
Bethel Park Offers Summer Day Camps for Kids Does your child have enough to do this Summer? Have you signed your child up for Day Camp yet? Bethel Park Recreation Department has great Summer Programs for your child. We offer two Day Camp programs with both 1/2 day and full day options for children ages 6-14. Our Summer Day Camp Programs begin June 27th and run through August 12th. You can register for 1 week or all 7 weeks! Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to offer your child an unforgettable summer, sign up today! If you have any questions about our Children’s Programs, please call Michele at 412-831-6800 ext. 224.
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News from the Mon Valley YMCA Art Camps at the “Y” Summer Art Camps to Focus on Fashion Design, Posters, and Murals Starting this summer, the Mon Valley YMCA will be offering three different Art Camps for teens, ages 12-18. Camps will be taught by Brittany Mucy and will focus on fashion design, poster design, and mural painting. Brittany is a 2008 graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design where she received her BFA in Illustration. She has a background in fashion design and is an independent artist as well as a children’s book author. The classes will be held at our facility and will run from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Camps will be held during the following dates: Fashion Camp: July 11-22 Brittany Mucy displays the children’s book she has published Poster Design: July 25-29 Mural Painting: August 1-12 These three art camps are designed to expose teens to different career choices and to open their eyes to the arts. Students will have a rewarding experience whether they take one art camp or all three. Campers should bring a lunch each day and wear old clothes. Some supplies from home may be needed such as clothing items and a sketchbook. Call the Mon Valley YMCA for additional information. 724-483-8077
Summer Potluck Luncheon Seminar on Protective Services For Older Adults A Summer Potluck Luncheon will be held at the Mon valley YMCA on Thursday, June 9 at 12:30 p.m. followed by a presentation by Protective Services For Older Adults Supervisor, Marie Christinis and a representative from Washington County District Attorney’s Office. Topics will be Services and Local Scams. Pre-registration/payment for luncheon must be made in the Business Office. Bring a side dish. Share your recipe. Side dish sign-up sheet will be located at the front desk. Free to members, $3 non-members.
Summer Teen Club Helps Kids Stay Active and Have Fun!
Beau Miller of Belle Vernon and Nick Moffett of Carroll Township race go-carts at Wildwood Highlands Fun Center
The Mon Valley YMCA is offering the Summer Teen Club (STC) for all teens ages 12-15 beginning June 6. The Summer Teen Club offers a huge variety of activities for Chrysta Rands of Donora and teenagers. Starting off in the Youth & Teen Holly Bier of Washigton enjoy a campsite Room that has computer access, 2- Wii’s, a cookout in the woods. Playstation 3, computer, wi-fi, Cable TV, cardio machines, ping pong, board games and foosball your child will be busy even on the rainy days! STC members also get to play four square, soccer, flag football, kick ball, go on hikes through the woods, swim everyday at the indoor or outdoor pool and even build our own campsite and fire pit in the woods to cook out at. Don’t worry about your teen sleeping or texting their summer away. We even plan weekly field trips just for STC kids. Contact Adorée DeLuca-Johnson our Youth & Teen Director for even more information on the program. 724-483-8077.
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Family Fun at Elizabeth Borough Easter Egg Hunt
Little Dakota Kondratowicz, secure in the arms of her aunt, Nicole Perhach, had a great time with the Bunny! John Kapolka brought his dad Ryan and mom JoAnne to help hunt eggs.
Secure on the Easter Bunny's lap, Jaelyn Goldbaugh puts on a brave face while Kaden Spochacz is not so sure!
Lee Fetterman II got to sit on the Bunny's lap, but 'Vader' had to be held by dad Lee Fetterman, Sr.
By Alice Harris The annual Elizabeth Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the Elizabeth Volunteer Fire Company, was held on April 23 at Wylie Field in Elizabeth. In spite of soggy weather, many Elizabeth firemen came out to put this event on, and many children showed up to hunt for lots of surprise filled eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny.
Members of the Elizabeth Volunteer Fire Company (and the Easter Bunny!) who volunteered their time to make the Easter Holiday a lot more fun for the children of Elizabeth.
Jaxson Welsh took his time making sure the Bunny was "ok" before getting on his lap.
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MEDICAL CARE Q: What should I do if I get a severe sunburn?
GASTROENTEROLOGY Q: What does the Specialty of Gastroenterology involve?
A: Gastroenterology is a subspecialty of Internal Medicine concerning the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive system. The latter includes the intestinal tract (which consists of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, and rectum) and three major digestive organs : the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.
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A: Sunburns are very common during the summer months. For immediate relief, apply cool compresses or soak in cool water. Aloe vera gel and moisturizing lotion have been used for years to help soothe sunburns, although very little evidence supports their effectiveness. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (ibuprofen, naprosyn, etc.) can ease pain and inflammation when used within the first 24 hours. Topical and oral steroid medications (prednisone, hydrocortisone cream, etc.) have not been shown to be Mary Parks Lamb, M.D. helpful. Medical Director If blisters occur, do not pop them but allow them to rupture on Urgent Care Center affiliated with The Washington Hospital their own. Apply antibiotic ointment to soothe skin and prevent infection once blisters open. Avoid any further sun exposure until your skin has healed. Wear loose, soft cotton clothing on burned skin. Most sunburns will not scar, although pigment changes can occur, especially if damaged skin is exposed to more burning rays of the sun. Be sure to protect yourself and your children in the future by staying out of the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., wearing protective clothing, and using sunscreen. 3515 Washington Road, Krebs Center, McMurray 724.969.4321 www.theurgentcarecenter.org Open daily, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. – No appointment necessary
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Most of the work done here involves diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for diseases of the esophagus, stomach, and colon. One common procedure is called an EGD in which a thin optical tube connected to a television monitor is passed through the patient's mouth to examine the stomach, all done under conscious sedation. Common conditions such as reflux disease and peptic ulcer disease are easily diagnosed in this examination, and biopsies can be obtained to determine if cancer is present. Another procedure frequently performed is Colonoscopy. In this case, a long flexible scope is passed thru the rectum and guided thru the colon, under direct visualization on the television monitor. Common conditions such as colitis, diverticulosis, benign polyps, and colon cancer are diagnosed in this manner. Polyps can be removed with electrocautery techniques to prevent their developing into cancer. Patients undergoing Colonoscopy are required to cleanse their colon with a bowel prep taken the day prior to examination Both procedures are performed comfortably with IV sedatives administered by the Department of Anesthesia.
Q: How are endoscopic procedures scheduled? A: Patients either request the examinations themselves, or are referred by their primary care physicians. Sometime it is recommended that the patients meet their endoscopist durind an office visit prior to the procedure, but in some case this is not necessary and the patient can meet the endoscopist the morning of the examination. In some cases preoperative laboratory testing and an EKG might be required before the procedure. All patients must provide a driver because the sedation makes driving a vehicle unsafe.
S U R G I C E N T E R Prakorb Medical Associates Prakorb Isariyawongse, MD 129 Simpson Road, Suite 108 Brownsville, PA 15417 724-785-9696
Jefferson Hills Surgical Specialists Steven Esser, MD 1200 Brooks Lane, Suite 150 Jefferson HIlls, PA 15025 412-469-7110
Allegheny Center for Digestive Health John Hauser, MD Vipin Gupta, MD 100 Stoops Drive, Suite 320 Monongahela, PA 15063 724-483-4150
Southwestern Surgical Associates Philip Ripepi, MD 500 N. Lewis Run Road, Suite 101 Pittsburgh, PA 15122 412-466-4121
REAL ESTATE Q: How important is it for me to find the ‘right agent’?
A: Your realtor can be the difference between making your home buying experience cheerful or a chore. Each step in the process should be handled with sophistication and satisfaction. Whether it is your first home or the home you have always Mary Lou Enrietto, Manager Northwood realty Services dreamed about, you need to feel confidence and trust in your Pleasant Hills Office Real Estate Agent. Your buying experience should be everything you want it to be. Your Real Estate Agent should have clearly defined objectives: (a) Locate the right home (b) Bring buyer and seller together and (c) Assure a satisfactory agreement A Northwood Real Estate Agent will offer a level of unsurpassed service quality and dependability. Northwood Realty Services offers unmatched value through service that is thorough and personal and will meet your individual needs. Pleasant Hills Office 5301 Clairton Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15236 412-885-8530
Peters Township Office 4215 Washington Road McMurray, PA 15301 724-941-3340
Monongahela Office 214 West Main Street Monongahela, PA 15063 724-292-1040
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ATTORNEYS AT LAW Q: Do I really need a will? A: The short answer is yes, but perhaps "need" is too strong of a word. The fact of the matter is that it's better to have one when you, well, move on, than not to have one. Contrary to popular belief, a person does not have to be wealthy or elderly to do some serious thinking regarding an estate plan. If you own a home or a car or have a checking or savings account, you have an estate. Often a person with a small or modest estate is most in need of a plan to provide for the proper transfer of that property at death. Keenan Holmes There are several reasons for having a will: Attorney at Law 1. It allows you to decide who will receive your property rather than leaving that choice to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; 2. It allows you to choose your personal representative. Without a will, the court will appoint someone as personal representation who may not be the person you would have chosen; 3. If you have minor children you can name their guardian in your will. Without a will or a trust, the court may appoint a guardian who may not be the person you would have chosen; 4. It helps to eliminate family arguments and disputes; and 5. You can afford it. Many lawyers will charge you an arm and a leg for drafting a will. They do this because they know it's a necessity and that having a lawyer draft a will is more likely to hold up in probate court than if you get one the Internet. But what if you can't afford high legal fees for a simple will. We take a simple approach, $99 for a simple will. The reason? Although it's a necessity, it's simple to draft a valid, simple will. The purpose of a will is to protect your property after you pass on, and no one should be precluded from being able to get one because of money. Help yourself and help your family - get a will. It's that simple. 3519 Washington Avenue Finleyville, PA 15332 (formerly David Levdansky’s office) 724-782-0431
CARDIOLOGY & HEART HEALTH Q: I am planning my summer vacation. Are there any restrictions with vein procedures? How soon until I see improvement?
A: : Summer vacations often include sun exposure, fun activities and frequently the pool or beach. Many of us look foward to this all year round and dont unpack our shorts or bathing suits until June in Pittsburgh. This is when we are more aware of how our legs look and feel. Vein treatments for varicose veins and spider veins require specially fitted compression Dr. Gennady Geskin hose after the procedure for successfulness and to avoid comMD, FACC Jefferson Cardiology plications. Some insurances require a trial of wear before proAssociation cedure approval. Therefore, we recommend early evaluation Board Certified in Vascular and so we can work with you regarding the timing of your proceEndovascular Medicine dures. Most patients see and feel improvements withing days to weeks of the procedure. It is never too early or too late to be evaluated and begin treatments. The most common comment we hear is..." I should've done this sooner, they have bothered me a long time but never took the time." While this vacation is being planned, remember to plan for vein and leg health for the rest of your vacations and lifetime. Jefferson Cardiology Association Suite 403, 575 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Regional Medical Center Medical Office Building, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 (412) 469-1500 • www.jeffersoncardiology.com
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Q: What are the benefits of pre-arranging a funeral? A: There are many reasons that families and individuals pre-arrange or pre-plan an affordable funeral. You could ask yourself “who would arrange my funeral if something happened to me tomorrow?” Preplanning allows you and gives you time to consider all of your options. It lets you Express your own wishes. Pre-planning ensures that your exact wishes are fulfilled and gives you a chance to discuss those wishes with your family in advance. It relieves an emotional burden. With so Marshall Marra many young families moving away it would be difficult to make so F.D./Owner many decisions while grieving for your loved one. We can include every Marshall Marra Funeral Home detail from the type of service, choice of casket, cemetery, music, flowers, and more. Relieve a financial burden. We offer many ways to fund your funeral in advance. By helping offset the effects of inflation, it’s a guarantee that no matter what happens to the costs of funerals in the future, you pay no more. With the cost of everything going up in today’s world wouldn’t it give you peace of mind to be able to say, “I have everything taken care of ”. We will handle all the paperwork to make things easy and hassle free for you. To request free information on the options that are out there feel free to give us a call anytime at 724-258-6767 or visit us at marshallmarrafunerahome.com. Thank you for taking the time to read this. Marshall Marra Funeral Home 216 Chess Street, Monongahela, PA 15063 724-258-6767 www.marshallmarrafuneralhome.com
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Q: I need to replace my oil heating system, tell me about Geo Thermal.
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Geo Thermal is a heat pump system. It heats and cools your house plus produces hot water. Most people are familiar with the common air to air heat pumps. Basically you produce heating and cooling using the energy in outdoor air. This is an excellent way to heat and cool your home. One drawback is the colder it gets outside the less heat that is produced. Now this is where the Geo system excells. It uses the ground as a medium to absorb heat in the winter and expels heat in the sumTim Bartman mer. The ground, unlike the air temperature that varies greatly, is a conOwner stant 55*(approx). The energy is transferred thru plastic pipes that are Bartman’s One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning placed in the ground. They can be buried in trenches or dropped down about 185 feet into wells. Some can also be placed into ponds. You can receive a 30% tax credit on the entire amount. Many oil customers are saving thousands of dollars by converting. Don't put $2,000 in your oil tanks. Call us at 724-258-2215 for a free consultation. Bartman Inc. 257 W. Main Street, Monongahela, PA 15063 724-348-7880 bartmaninc@verizon.net
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Canonsburg General Hospital Holds Drivers Safety Refresher Course Canonsburg General Hospital, in association with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), will offer a fourhour refresher course for drivers 55 or older who have previously completed the AARP driver safety program. The session will be held from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m., on Wednesday, June 15, in the Canonsburg General Hospital McNary Conference Center. The fee for the course is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-AARP members, payable in advance. The accelerated course covers age-related physical changes, declining perceptual skills, rules of the road, local driving problems and license renewal requirements. A certified instructor recruited and trained by AARP, will conduct the course. His presentation includes a combination of videotapes and a group discussion. Verification of previous course completion is required. To register, or for more information, call Physician Access toll-free at 1-877-284-2000. Class size is limited to 30 people.
Canonsburg General Hospital to Host Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group A free Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 9 at Canonsburg General Hospital in the McNary Conference Center. The support group is sponsored by Consulate Retirement Village of North Strabane and is affiliated with the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. The group will meet the second Thursday of every month. The meeting will be an opportunity for caregivers to share practical ideas in a supportive setting, connect with other families and learn from guest speakers. For more information, call 724-809-6679.
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Area Seniors Gather at Celebration in South Park Back to the Swingin’ 60s A "Senior Celebration in the Park" was held on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the South Park Fairgrounds. Over 2,000 attendees enjoyed early 1960's music and memorabilia and other activities. Live music by the Pittsburgh Doo Wop Big Band; line-dancing lead by Pittsburgh’s dancing D.J., Roland Ford; and a “Celebration Idol” contest. Members of the Sanford Brown Institute, provided Senior Celebration in the free blood pressure tests, and other activities. Park was made possible through the generosity of Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield; the Dignity and Respect Campaign; Fifth Third Bank, the Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) Area Agency on Aging; and the County’s departments of parks, public works and special events. (PHOTOS BY SCOTT MCCURDY)
Diane Houseman and Leslie Repovz from The Nutrition Group handed out breakfast items.
Greg Smith of Metz Culinary Management passed out organically grown fruits and tomato seeds.
Susana Lisotto from VITAS Hospice Care with students from the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School, singing songs.
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School News St. Joan of Arc Second Graders Provide Entertainment to the Life Enrichment Club
St. Joan of Arc
There’s always something happening at St. Joan of Arc School. Check us out at 412-833-2433 or at mysjaschool.org.
St. Joan of Arc School Holds Annual SJAmboree The SJAmboree, held on April 29, was one of the school’s biggest fundraisers, raising approximately $10,000. The event was filled with physical and mental challenges for the children. The children are responsible for getting sponsors to back them for the day either by point or for a flat donation. They try to earn as many points as possible during the day to earn money for the school. It is one of the student’s favorite school events. Parent volunteers run the events. Even though the weather did not cooperate, it did not stop these kids from having a fun packed day. Some of the events were hockey, basketball, 50-yard dash, sponge race, obstacle course, brain games, and crab scooter race.
Alexis Riske travels with her partner Xander Robershaw around the square.
St. Joan of Arc 2nd graders gave a half hour square dance demonstration to the delight of all attending last month’s Life Enrichment Club held at the Gathering Place/Domremy Pavilion at St. Joan of Arc Church. Afterwards the children were rewarded with lunch and desserts on the house. The 2nd grade square dance demonstration is an annual event.
St. Joan of Arc School Performs “Peter Pan” the Musical First grader Gabe Cipollone trys to fill his container first in the water relay.
Second grade teacher Ms. Smith played the maid.
Kindergartener Mia Gerber takes a shot on goal.
Mason Kasprack do-sa-dos with his classmates.
As Lauren Reid pats Xander Robertshaw on the head as part of the dance, he loses his vision.
Zachary Bergstresser makes his backpack wide open in the tennis ball catch as parent Steve Soff times the event.
8th graders Megan Caracciolo and Katie Siebert play Peter Pan and Tinkerbell.
Kirk Brdar zips through the crab scooter obstacles on a chilly day.
St. Joan of Arc Elementary School performed “Peter Pan” the Musical to a full house at Seton LaSalle High School on Friday, May 6, 2011. The cast included students from all classes with major roles going to grades 5-8. Wardrobe was (l-r) Sara Yurick, Haley Mitchell, and created by the students Jessica Nadorlik are pirates with (rear) parents. Teachers were Jennifer Carletto as Mr. Snee. directors, producers, set designers and even actors. What an amazing team! The play was a mix of old and new with ballads and a little break dancing. Along with Captain Hook there was even a cameo appearance by Captain Jack Sparrow. A good time was had by all. The entire casts takes their final curtain call.
St. Joan of Arc 2011-2012 School Registration Underway Kendyl Seibert kicks one in at soccer.
St. Joan of Arc currently has open registration. The school still has openings for 3 and 4 year old preschool, Half and Full Day Kindergarten, Grades 1-8. St. Extended Day Program. To schedule a tour, please call the school office at 412-833-2433.
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St. Katharine Drexel School Has Another "Golden Apple Award" Winner
Madonna Catholic Regional
SCHOOL NEWS A Field Trip to Cal U MCRS 5th Grade Teacher Mrs. Sharon Zunic is shown with a few of her students and some of the California University Math Pen Pal students when they visited the college recently.
Career Day at MCRS Madonna Catholic Regional School held it's 3rd Annual Career Day for 8th graders. Pictured above are Taylor Koziel, Alex Massari, Christina Greaves, Zac Quattrone, and Travis Pergola.
MCRS students Rose Hawk, Michelle Harris, Emily Grandinette, and Hannah Macko meet with Chrissie Barcelona of PartyPaper-Scissors during Career Day.
PJAS State Meet Six middle school students represented Madonna Catholic Regional School in the PJAS State Meet held recently at Penn State University. Emily Grandinette and Christina Greaves received 1st Place Awards while Anthony Koval, Rose Hawk, Michelle Harris and Michael Hudak received 2nd Place Awards. MCRS is proud of their students and sponsors Mr. Quattrone and Mr. Bakos for their hard work and dedication. Pictured above wearing their souvenir shirts are: (front row)- Harris and Hudak, (back row)Koval, Hawk, Greaves and Grandinette.
St. Katharine Drexel School is pleased to announce that Mrs. Amy Nowakowski has been named a Golden Apple Award winner for the 2010 - 2011 school year. Since 1992, through the generosity and kindness of the Donahue Family Foundation, the Diocese of Pittsburgh has honored teachers in Catholic elementary and secondary schools with the distinguished Golden Apple Award. Eight elementary and two secondary teachers are selected for the award each year. Teachers are recognized for their excellence in teaching, community services and commitment to the church. After a careful selection process in which each teacher is evaluated on professionalism, service to Church and community, leadership qualities and essay, the awardees are announced. St. Katharine Drexel School has the great distinction of having had a Golden Apple winner each of the three years that the school has been in existence. Mrs. Kathy Kenski and Mrs. Carole Aiello preceded this year's winner, Mrs. Amy Nowakowski. A special dinner will held on Tuesday, May 31, where Mrs. Nowakowski will be given a cash award of $5,000, a Golden Apple, a gold lapel pin, a photo with the bishop and a video of the evening. Mrs. Nowakowski teaches 8th grade religion, 5th through 8th Grade Language Arts & Music, and Literature for Grades 5 through 7. She was nominated by several families and teachers for her outstanding teaching ability and dedication to the students of St Katharine Drexel School. Mrs. Nowakowski says, "I am humbled to be a recipient of this year's Golden Apple Award. Teaching is not just a career, but a calling, and to be able to impact the lives of students on a daily basis is a reward in and of itself. I am honored to share this title with several of my co-workers whose dedication to education has made St. Katharine Drexel School a wonderful place to be."
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GEC Students Recognized For Extra Efforts By Paul Chasko During the past school year a number of special students at GEC (Gastonville Elementary Center) took charge of some activities that helped both the staff, visitors and other students at GEC. They deserve a nice pat-on-the-back for the extra effort. GEC has a six member recycling team that collects recyclables from the school cafeteria and other rooms and makes sure the recyclable collection cans are properly emptied into the recyclable storage bins every day in the school parking lot. The team includes Jacob Green, Jeremy Martin, Wyatt Kaufman, Jacob Isenberg, Michael Brosinski and Mitchell Wietryzkowski. Not to be outdone, a group of 5th grade Extra Effort students Leah "Sarge" Sargent girls formed a team of door greeters. They (left) and Peyton Meyers (right). greet the students, teachers and visitors each morning at the door and offer assistance to anyone needing help carrying things into the school or needing directions in the school. They adopted the Wal-Mart greeting "How may we help you?" to everyone each morning. The members of the greeting team are Angie Costello, Abby Gillard, Dani Whittaker and Mackenzie Musser. Last on our list but certainly not the least are The GEC Recycling Team at work (l to r) Jacob Isenberg, Jacob Peyton Meyers and Leah Green, Michael Brozinski, Jeremy Martin and Wyatt Kaufman (Sarge) Sargent. Fifth grad(Missing from the photo is Mitchell Wietryzkowski ). er Peyton using the internet as an aid collected over $500 in the GEC Jump-Rope a Thon for the American Heart Association - what an outstanding effort. Third Grader, Leah Sargent runs a daily broadcast "Sarge on Sports" on the school PA system and keeps GEC students updated on what's happening with the Steelers, Penguins, Pirates and Pitt Basketball. GEC Door Greeters (l to r) fifth Graders Angie Costello, Abby Gillard, Dani Whittaker and Mackenzie Musser
Mr. John Black, a former Ringgold teacher, attended the "Prom" at Havencrest Nursing Center in Carroll Township. Juniors and Seniors from Ringgold High School held a pre-prom fashion show for the residents. After the Grande March narrated by Michelle Bassi, Angela Beck entertained by singing while the high school students danced. The residents clapped to the music and enjoyed happy memories of their own proms. Each month Angela Selby, a junior at Ringgold High School, organizes a "Generations Together" activity in which Ringgold students socialize and play games with residents at Havencrest. However, May is special because of the Havencrest prom. The official Ringgold prom was Friday, May 13 in the Willow room
Seated: Former Ringgold teacher, John Black. First row (L to R): Angela Selby, Brittany Parnell, Kara Dunmire. Second row(L to R): Michelle Bassi, Eric DiNardo, Eric Foglia, Garrett Devenney
Ringgold Student Receives Full Scholarship to Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week Christie Lynn Dixon, daughter of Gerald and Cindy Dixon, of Eighty-Four and a Junior at Ringgold High School has been granted a full scholarship to attend Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week 2011 on the campus of Pennsylvania College of Technology, Williamsport, PA. Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week is a week-long economic education program that offers students an inside look at the private enterprise system and the way the free market functions. Christie Lynn Dixon Dixon will attend the third and the four, one-week sessions offered this summer. Pennsylvania teachers and counselors recommend the candidates who are then reviewed by the PFEW staff. Admission is based on motivation to learn that is demonstrated through essays submitted by the applicants. Those accepted are awarded scholarships, which cover all program costs, excluding a nominal registration fee and transportation to and from Pennsylvania College of Technology. When students arrive for their one-week session in July or August, they are housed on the campus in dormitories where they experience a taste of college life. During the week, student “companies” simulate the actual operation of their own businesses for the equivalent of three years. Business volunteers serve as “Company Advisors” who mentor the students as they face many of the same decisions real executives confront. The companies compete against each other in the areas of management skill, return on net assets, a marketing and advertising campaign, and a presentation to stockholders. Company Advisors do not make decision for their team, but suggest available options and share their own experiences and challenges. Scholarship winners learn the value of teamwork, cooperation, and leadership. Totally funded, taught, and staffed by the Pennsylvania business community, PFEW is supported by seven manufacturer’s associations, more than 70 chambers of commerce, and more than 700 companies. Now in its thirty second year of operation, PFEW’s governing body is the Foundation for Free Enterprise Education, a 501 non-profit organization. For more information, please contact the Foundation at 814-833-9576 or visit www.pfew.org.
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Ringgold School Board Recognizes Students and Teacher Preliminary 2011-2012 Budget Approved By Paul Chasko Ringgold Board President Bill Stein and Supervisor Gary Hamilton kicked off the May 18, 2011 school board meeting on a positive note recognizing two student groups for their achievements, student scholarship awards and the recipient of the Teacher Award of Excellence. Terri Graney, a long-time kindergarten teacher at the Monongahela Elementary Center (MEC) received the Ringgold Teacher Award of Excellence. Mr. Stein gave the honor of making the presentation to MEC Principal, Mrs. Wendy Burke. The award is given to Ringgold teachers who clearly go above and beyond in performance of their duties. Mrs. Graney was modest in her acceptance thanking the Board and the Administration for the honor. She has tendered her notice to retire and will be missed. Certificates of recognition were presented to each member of the Ringgold High School Academic team. The team won the 17th Annual Intermediate Unit I academic competition at the California University of Pennsylvania. Their win at Cal U over Albert Gallatin, Beth Center and Laurel Highlands gave them the opportunity to compete in the finals in Harrisburg, PA. First Niagara Bank provided a grant to cover the trip to Harrisburg. The members of the team are: David Doty, Colton Ingram, Georgia Kennedy, Jason Kohlburn and Matt Patton.
Also honored at the meeting were members of the Environthon Team: Lindsey Bosanac (Wildlife), Garrett Devenney (Forestry), Georgia Kennedy (Aquatics), Shannon Robison (Estuaries) and Angela Selby (Soils). Each of the members specialize in their own area of environmental interest and each received a certificate of recognition from the Ringgold Superintendent. The team was the Overall Winner in Washington County for the 6th year in a row scoring 400 out of a possible 480 points while locking up 1st place in each of the 5 categories of competition. They moved into the State competitions at Susquehanna University. Mr. Stein revealed another bit of information that speaks well of the Ringgold Student Body. This year's senior class has accumulated $2.7 million in scholarships and grants for continuing education and the PSSA scores are improving in several academic areas. The comment was made "Ringgold Students are excelling." Twenty six Ringgold students were also in the "Trib Total Media" list of Outstanding Young Citizen Award Members. Another item of major interest is that the Board approved a preliminary 2011/2012 budget as required by PA State Law. It was announced that the budget represents $38,716,160.00 in expenditures with a zero mill increase in taxes. Since it was approved at this meeting , the budget is now available for public review at the administration building.
Ringgold Envirothon Team Wins County Competition Ringgold's Envirothon team won the county competition and headed to compete at the state competition at Susquehanna University on May 24 and 25. Ringgold broke several records at the county competition this year: first school to break 400 points first school to win all 5 events at the competition first school to win 6 years in a row. For more details about the Washington County Envirothon, please contact The Ringgold Envirothon team- (Front): Shannon Robison, Angela Selby. (Back): Georgia Kennedy, Garrett Devenney, Jennifer Halchak, Watershed Lindsey Bosanac. Specialist who ran the competition Washington County Conservation District at 724-222-3060 ext. 117 or jhalchak@pawccd.org.
An otherwise very pleasant meeting ended in discord once again however, after President Bill Klein brought a motion to the floor near the end of the meeting. He prefaced the motion stating that, "We're now at the point where we need to assure that the Finley Middle School building is able to be used for the intermediate future - the next 5-10 years." Board member Chuck Smith wanted clarification asking, whether the board was now eliminating the MEC and DEC buildings for consideration as possible homes for the Ringgold Middle School. There are members of the existing board and potential members of the next board who wanted the MEC and DEC buildings evaluated for a potential middle school building and believe that any funds spent on the Finley building will be wasted if it becomes unsafe in the near future. In
addition, bids for a new roof for the Finley Building will be reviewed at the June board meeting. At one point during the past year the board's present architects HHSDR had reported to the board that the Finley building was in too poor condition to consider for long-term use. The above motion will result in a second opinion. The motion above came to a vote and passed 6-3. The meeting broke up at that point with harsh words being exchanged between some board members and attendees including potential members of the next board commenting that the action was irresponsible. The MEC and DEC buildings are scheduled to be formally closed by motion at the regular June meeting with elementary students being bussed in the fall to either Ringgold Elementary School North (Gastonville) or Ringgold Elementary School South (Carroll Twp.).
For additional details on this meeting, visit www.unionfinley.com and click on “School News or search “Ringgold”.
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8th Grade Students Raise Funds For Auberle Home Four 8th grade gifted students, Mattie Winowitch, Maddie Hill, Madisyn Saunders, and Amanda Potts, took on a service project as one of their projects for the gifted program. It was the intention of these students to pay the way for at least two Auberle students’ participation in the annual Olympic-style sporting competition. The girls have not only collected money, but they have also collected supplies for the students of Auberle. These four girls organized a bake sale, a school-wide spirit week, and a supply drive in which many middle school students took part. In total, the girls have raised more than $400 for students at the Auberle Home. They have met their goal of funding two students’ participation in the competition, and they have hopefully given another student a chance to participate as well. They have also collected many boxes of school supplies, clothing, and personal care products that will be given to the students of Auberle. Maddie, Maddy, Mattie, and Amanda have been model students in their effort to help those less fortunate. They have been hard working and persistent in the collection of funds and supplies that will be donated to students in need.
Tea with the Queen of Hearts
The Westinghouse Science Honors Institute (WSHI) recently completed 54 years of operation on February 26, 2011. WSHI provides a forum for talented high school juniors to gain exposure to the latest advances in science and technology and engineering. Sponsored by Westinghouse Electric Company, WSHI has affected more than 14,800 students over the past 54 years. WSHI is an innovative program with three major components which enhance the WSHI participants representing Elizabeth learning of approximately 400 high school Forward were: Maneush Patel, Jennifer Welsh, students each lecture series. The first comand David Barr. ponent is the exposure to a diverse range of topics from nuclear energy to bioengineering, to meteorology to humans, and to Mars to FBI’s forensic investigations to anatomic double-bundle ACL reconstruction. During the 2010-2011 lecture series, there were ten lectures. The students are strongly encouraged to interact with the presenters and to ask questions about the topics. Interactive learning and networking with peers are the second and third major components of the program. The students are separated into teams and work on various group projects before listening to the lecture. This year’s final group project was to build a bridge from Popsicle sticks according to certain specifications that would support the most weight without breaking. Two teams built bridges that each supported 380 pounds. In addition, another team’s bridge supported 340 pounds so a decision was made to award participating members of that team a “TEAM-Together Everyone Achieves More” tote bag and pen and pencil gift set.
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A Tea with the Queen of Hearts was held May 12, at Greenock Primary School. The Kindergarten students and teachers were dressed in their finest for this big event.
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At a ceremony in the High School Library on May 3, 2011, five students were honored on as Students of the Month. April’s student of the month theme was “responsibility”. Teacher Mr. Raffaele served as guest speaker. He nominated sophomore James Benedek who "tutored fellow students, was involved in many school activities, and demonstrated the ideal responsible student". Other nominees included: Marissa Fouser, Melissa Hubans, Brandon McDowell and Ryan Meyers. Ms. DiFrancesco, Dean of Students, read portions of each student's nominations and presented each student with a certificate.
St. Katharine Drexel School Organizing an Alumni Reunion Were you a St. Germaine Charger? Or a Nativity Mustang ? How about a Drexel Dragon? The search is now on for alumni of St. Katharine Drexel and St. Germaine Schools in Bethel Park and Nativity School in South Park. The St. Katharine Drexel School administration is organizing an Alumni Reunion to celebrate the rich heritage that St. Katharine Drexel School was built upon. Organizers are looking at a Fall 2011 date to celebrate the fellowship that was the hallmark of St. Germaine and Nativity schools, which has carried over to St. Katharine Drexel School. To submit current contact information, please call St. Katharine Drexel School at 412-833-0223 or go to www.stkatharinedrexelschool.org and navigate to the Alumni Link. St. Katharine's is reconnecting with the past while building a bright future.
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Local Students Excel at Area Colleges Ringgold Graduate Earns Master’s Degree at WVU Nicole Peters of Morgantown, West Virginia, formerly of Finleyville, recently graduated from West Virginia University with a Master's Degree in Art History. She also received her Bachelor's of Fine Arts Degree from WVU in 2005. She will be spending the summer working at The Indianapolis Museum of Art in the art conservation department. Nicole is a 2000 graduate of Ringgold High School and is the daughter of Jeff Peters of Carmichaels and Terri Peters of Finleyville and the granddaughter of Patricia Peters of Eighty Four and Shirley Pinchok of Finleyville.
Taylor McBride Makes Dean’s List at RMU Congratulations to Taylor McBride on making the Dean’s List at Robert Morris University. McBride earned the honor upon finishing his sophomore year with a 3.6 GPA in the Nursing and Health Science Field.
Cassidy L. Quattrone Makes California University Dean’s List Cassidy L. Quattrone, a senior in the College of Education and Human Services at California University of Pennsylvania, has been named to the Spring 2011 Dean’s List. Cassidy recently received the Presidential Scholar Award for Academic Excellence. She has made the Dean’s List consecutively for four years. Cassidy is the daughter of Philip M. Quattrone of Monongahela, and Joyce Quattrone of Eighty-Four, PA. Cassidy works part-time at The Springhouse Learning Station in Eighty-Four, PA. She is a 2007 graduate of Ringgold High School.
Conner Earns Dean's List at Hope College Jillian Cornner, daughter of Jeffrey and Cynthia Conner, Finleyville, has been named to the Dean's List for the second semester of the 2010-11 school year. To be named to the Dean's List a student must have a minimum 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Hope College is a four-year, co-educational, liberal arts college with an enrollment of 3,202 men and women and is affiliated with the Reformed Church in America. E-mail your school news items to news@unionfinley.com
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BUON ANNIVERSARIO! Donte’s Pizzeria in South Park Celebrates 5 Years By Tracy Fedkoe Many pizza places come and go, but Donte’s Pizzeria on Brownsville Road in Plenty of indoor seating is available including a South Park is here to stay. They opened on party room with games and television. May 15, 2006 and have earned their reputation in the last five years as one of the best. They celebrated their 5th anniversary by thanking their customers with plenty of specials and a drawing to win a $100 gift card. Donte’s is best known for their pizza and meatballs. “We have our own recipes for sauce and meatballs and use a higher quality cheese,” said Denise Marasco, Vice President of Marketing who owns the restaurant with her husband Dwaine. They have a full menu including pasta dinners, hoagies, salads, and many sides and appetizers. The $5.99 lunches and daily specials are among the most popular. Donte’s enjoys many repeat customers who come back for their favorites. “The food is incredible,” said Michael Fogel of Peters Township who stopped in after golf. It’s no wonder. Donte’s has been winning awards since 2007 including #1 for Best Pizza in the 2010 WPXI Taste Test and 2009 Pittsburgh Magazine Reader’s Poll Best Restaurants category. “We try to keep the menu consistent. People love everything they try,” said Dwaine
Owners Dwaine and Denise Marasco offer great food with a friendly smile.
Donte's Pizza is conveniently located on Brownsville Road in South Park. Convenient parking is available at the doorstep.
Marasco, manager and head chef. Donte’s has added casseroles, chicken parmesan and now features many “Donte’s own” signature items like steak & egg hoagies, tater pounders with cheese and bacon, pepperoni-n-cheese minis, and wings with special sauce. Donte’s offers a friendly atmosphere, open 7 days a week . The game room in the back holds 30 and is available to reserve for large groups, sports teams, or family gatherings. Donte’s allows BYOB and carry-out accounts for about half of their business, noted Denise. Party trays of pasta, meatballs, hot sausage, wings, or chicken parmesan can be ordered 48 hours ahead. Being a part of the community is important to Dwaine and Denise. They support local sports teams for South Park, Thomas Jefferson, and Baldwin as well as community groups, police fundraisers, and are a drop off location for the Community Food Bank. With their excellent reputation and repeat customers, it seems the community supports them too. Their menu and more details can be found at www.dontespizzeria.com.
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Pets Prescription Center Plus Hosts Pet Information Day
Pet owners brought their furry friends to Prescription Center Plus in South Park on May 14 for "Pet Information day".
By Colette Dell Let’s face it. It is a downright battle to feed your pet medicine. That’s why Prescription Center Plus in South Park had a “Pet Information Day” on May 14. Prescription Center Plus provided information on a few ways pet owners could successfully and painlessly, give their pets medicine. They discussed and demonstrated ear gels, liquefied medicine, and chews. Jill Lavella RPU, who works at the pharmacy, said the chew treats are good to feed a dog medicine. “Owners really like it because it’s like giving a dog a treat,” Lavella said. As for cats, she suggests the use of ear gels since cats don’t care much for flavors. An ear gel is rubbed into the front, fleshly part of the ear where there is little or no fur. Lavella also discussed liquefied pet medicine. She said that Prescription Center Plus has a large variety of flavors that they can put in to their liquid medicine. Medicine in this form is not only used for cats and dogs, but also for pets such as birds and ferrets. For additional information of questions, you can call Prescription center Plus at any of their three area locations. (South Park) 412-835-4552, (Eighty Four) 724-222-2512, (McMurray) 724-941-2522.
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Elrama Tavern 412-384-3630 1520 Rt 837, Elrama 4 - JD Taylor 10 - Todd Jones 15 - Full Moon Party 24 - Dave Iglar 30 - Kickoff of Kickball Tuesdays - Bar Bingo 7:30
JUNE Altman’s Tavern 412-653-6440 611 Old Clairton Rd, Pleasant Hills 2 - Karaoke 3 - Shari Richards 4 - Jerry Coleman 10 - The Elmonics 11 - Todd Jones 17 - Occasional Reign 18 - The Majestics 25 - Johnny Vann Denny’s Roadhouse 3431 Rt. 136, Finleyville (corner of Ginger Hill Rd. & Rt. 136) Mondays - Saturdays Exotic/Lingerie Barmaids 6-2 Eck’s Restaurant & Lounge 724-310-3570 1574 Fourth Street, Monongahela 1 - Country Jam 8PM 2 - White Rose Karaoke 8PM 3 - White Rose Karaoke 9PM 4 - DJ Bob E N DL 9PM 8 - Country Jam 8PM 9 - White Rose Karaoke 8PM 10 - Deck Party w/ Labatt Girls and DJ Bob E N DL 10PM 11 - DJ Bob E N DL 9PM 15 - Country Jam 8PM 16 - White Rose Karaoke 8PM 17 - White Rose Karaoke 9PM 18 - DJ Bob E N DL 9PM 20 - (18 Piece) Big Band Jazz 7PM 22 - Country Jam 8PM 23 - White Rose Karaoke 8PM 24 - DJ Bob E N DL 9PM 25 - White Rose Karaoke 9PM 29 - Country Jam 8PM 30 - White Rose Karaoke 8PM
Freddie’s II 412-833-1830 2789 South Park Road, Bethel Park Wednesdays - Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament 7:30PM Thursdays - Tableside Magician 6:30-8:30PM Live Entertainment Saturdays 9PM - Midnight 4 - The Hen House Roosters 11 - Rusty Biker 18 - Desperados 25 - Tullamore Duo 28 - Freddie’s II 29th Anniversary Party w/ DJ & Buffet Hey Andy Sportsbar and Lounge 724-258-4755 1221 W Main St, Monongahela 3 - Elderado Kings 4 - Justin Fabas 11 - The Backstabbing Good People 17 - Hard Knoxx 18 - Bill Ali 24 - The Weedrags 25 - Steel Town Thursdays - Karaoke Hot House Tap and Grille 724-258-4212 807 Dry Run Road, Monongahela Entertainment 9:00PM - 1:30AM Tuesdays - Karaoke/DJ Wednesdays - Open Stage. All musicians welcome Fridays - Karaoke/DJ Saturdays - Karaoke/DJ
The Hunting Lodge 724-348-7984 3529 Washington Ave, Finleyville Fridays - Free Juke Box 8-close Saturdays - Free Juke Box 8-close The Kickstand Bar & Restaurant 412-384-3080 •1100 Hayden Blvd 11 - Dave Iglar 18 - The Jades Pit Stop Bar and Grille 412 -384 -7487 1473 Rt. 837, Elrama Saturdays - Free Juke Box 9-1 River House Cafe 724-565-5700 • 506 McKean Ave., Charleroi 4 - Open Jukebox 11 - Open Jukebox 18 - Open Jukebox 25 - Open Jukebox 724-258-6232 Rockin’ Willies Roadhouse 724-745-8844 2476 Washington Road (Rt. 19 South), Canonsburg Tuesdays - Jam Night with the Jam Band and occasional appearance by “Don Cappa the Guitarman“. All singers and musicians welcome. Roy’s By The Tracks 724-348-7118 3710 Rt. 88, Finleyville 3- Refuge 4 - Karaoke w/ Rickieoke 5 - Karaoke w/ Rickieoke 10 - Wizard Bomb 11 - Karaoke w/ Dave and Michelle 12 - Karaoke w/ Dave and Michelle 17 - Varity’s Lie 18 - Karaoke w/ Rickieoke 19 - Karaoke w/ Rickieoke 24 - Bill Ali 25 - Karaoke w/ Dave and Michelle
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-------------- ITEMS FOR SALE -----------Swimming Pool for sale 18 ft round- new liner - Great shape wil not rust. Good brand pool. All accessories with auto sweep. Wil help you to take down so you know how to rebuild. $425.00 Call 412-589-3584 _____________________________________________________________ Truck Bed Tool Box - Black and locks.Measures 60" for inside fit,$50.For more informati on, call 412-398-7861. _____________________________________________________________ Elrama Neighborhood Yard Sales - wil be held Saturday, June 18 from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.Overwhelming participation as like last year.There is something for everyone. Rain date is June 25. There wil be health screenings (blood pressure, etc.) at the El_____________________________________________________________ rama Firemen's Social Hall. Riding Tractor - Murray 40" with mulching blades. Great condition. $350 or B/O. Cal l 412-398-7861 or 412-952-5421, Charleroi area. _____________________________________________________________ Washer and Dryer for Sale - Have to get rid of washer and dryer set.Washer is newer only been used 3 times and is white,the dryer is green.For the set is $300.00 or O.B.O. Cash only, person wil need to pick up set.You can contact me at 412-405-3691. _____________________________________________________________ Headboard for Sale - Crawford Solid Maple Twin headboard,desk,hutch,chair,nightstand, frame and rails. $250. For more information, call 412-384-2267. _____________________________________________________________ Rocking Chair for Sale - Solid wood with tan pads. Excellent Condition. $80.00. For more information, call 412-384-2267. _____________________________________________________________ 9_____________________________________________________________ sections of sewer cleaning snakes. $200 for all. 412-403-2753 Finleyville - Animal Feed Business for Sale. Call for information 412-551-0664. _____________________________________________________________ DON’T BE A VICTIM: Non-lethal self- defense weapons. Protect yourself! “Send” for “FREE” catalog. Kisha, Dept. E1, Suite H, 625 Burke Way, N.Versail es, PA 15137. _____________________________________________________________
SURREY FOR SALE! 3-Seated, Horse Drawn: $1,500. • Horse Back Riding Lessons. • Riding Horses for Sale! www.logcabinstables.com. 724-787-4817. Whirpool Washer and Dryer - Heavy duty-good condition, $50.00 each. Call 724941-4450. _____________________________________________________________ Two HP 56 Black Inkjet Printer Cartridges - New unopened packs. Current Price $23.99 each.Yours for $10 each. Call Paul at 724-348-5797. _____________________________________________________________ Maytag Washer and Dryer - White, top-load, large capacity washing machine hoses included.White,front load large capacity dryer - natural gas.Both in very good condition. $300.00/Best Offer for the set. Finleyvil e, call 724-309-2477. _____________________________________________________________ Queen Anne Sofa. Ivory color. Excellent Condition. 412-653-4614. _____________________________________________________________ Maternity Clothes for Sale.Sizes, small, medium and large. Reasonable prices. 412638-8410. _____________________________________________________________ Clothing for sale. Boys - size 4 - 14. Girls, size 3-mos. to 5T. 412-638-8410. _____________________________________________________________ Chain Link Fence. 5' x 150'. Top rails and 15 posts. Exc. Condition. 724-348-6497. _____________________________________________________________ Ralph Lauren King size, plush red denim comforter. Brand new. $75. 724-348-6497 _____________________________________________________________ 5_____________________________________________________________ soft-sided, leather boot carriers. $25 each. All 5 for $100. 724-348-649. Ladies Golf club set, includes covers and bag. Right handed. Never used! $200 cash. 412-997-3869. _____________________________________________________________ 7-ft. artifical Balsam pine tree. 923 tips with 650 clear lights. Cash only. Asking $100 or best offer. 412-997-3869 _____________________________________________________________ Living Room set - sofa, two end tables, two lamps. $150. 412-655-1831. _____________________________________________________________ Metal Roofing & Siding,New roof or Reroof make it a metal roof known to outlast other roofi ng. www.abmartin.net 800 373-3703. _____________________________________________________________ Men's Rockport walking shoes. Color: Bone. Size 10. Like new condition. Paid $50, wi_____________________________________________________________ l sell for $20. 724-348-0506. Four (4) Kelly-Springfield tires. 225x55 VR 16. Mounted on Mustang wheels. $300. 412-655-3597. _____________________________________________________________ Get DirectTV-FREE Installation NO Start up Costs!!! Showtime FREE-Local Channels Included FREE HD DVR & HD Receiver Upgrade - Ask How!!! Call for Full Detai ls-888-860-2420. _____________________________________________________________ TO REPORT A MUGGING CALL 911: To prevent a mugging “send” for my free catalog of nonlethal self-defense weapons. Kisha, Dept E2, Suite H, 625 Burke Way, N. Versailles, PA 15137. 8x11 Oriental rug. Very good condition. $150 or best offer. 724-797-1723. _____________________________________________________________ Cemetery lots. Lafayette Memorial Park. Garden of Serenity. 4 lots at $5,400. Sel_____________________________________________________________ ling for $2,400. 724-938-7307. Country Bench - High back, Pine stain, hand crafted, accommodates seating. $25 OBO. Call 724-322-2458. _____________________________________________________________ Two(2) Wingback chairs. Peach color. Good condition. $50. 412-653-4614. _____________________________________________________________ DIRECT TO HOME Satellite TV $24.99/mo. FREE installation, FREE HD/DVR upgrade. New customers - NO ACTIVATION FEE! Credit/Debit Card Req. Call 1-800-795-3579. _____________________________________________________________ MANTIS TILLER. Buy DIRECT from Mantis and we`l include Border Edger attachment & ki_____________________________________________________________ ckstand! Lightweight,Powerful! Call for a FREE DVD and Information Kit 888-436-8807 Keyboard - 45 key with stand and case, like new. $250 OBO. Call 724-322-2458. _____________________________________________________________ Ensure 'Plus', choc., strawberry and vanilla. $25.00 a case. Call 724-348-4676. _____________________________________________________________ Musical Instruments - violins and mandolins. Mint condition. Suitable for student or professi onal. $200 - $850 or best offer. 412-831-4786. _____________________________________________________________ Complete Wood Shop and 15-peice tools. 724-348-6250. _____________________________________________________________ Air Mattress - Coleman Quickbed Inflatable Air Mattress. Never used, stil in the bag. $30. E-mail if interested to mb5910@hotmail.com. _____________________________________________________________ MATTRESS SETS!! NEW Pil ow Tops, Plush, Memory Foam. 10 YEAR WARRANTIES!!! New, stil in factory plastic. FULL $199. QUEEN SET $219; KING $345 (Twins Available) IM_____________________________________________________________ MEDIATE DELIVERY!!! CALL (412) 494-7351 DISH - FREE HD FOR LIFE! Only on DISH NETWORK! Lowest Price in America! $24.99/mo for OVER 120 Channels! Plus $500 BONUS! CALL 1-888-434-0403 _____________________________________________________________ Wine rack, solid oak $25; Luggage with wheels and handle $15; Trunk, vinyl, heavy duty 20x22x37 $20. 412-714-4642. _____________________________________________________________
June 2011 ———————————————————————————————————————— Broyhill Sofa like new,$100.Woodmark Swivel Rocker,$50.Schwinn Airdyne Exercise Bi_____________________________________________________________ ke, like new, $100. Sharp Camcorder, like new, $50. Call 724-941-9342. Super Single bed with bookshelf headboard and mirror. New mattress. $150. 724-258-9171. _____________________________________________________________ GIGANTIC MIRRORS - Jobsite Leftover! 72”x100” (9)- $165 each. 48”x100” (7)-$115 each. Perfect condition. Installation available.Wil deliver FREE! 1-800-473-0619 _____________________________________________________________ FREE! – Upright Piano. Union Township. You haul. For details, call 724-348-7557. _____________________________________________________________ Beautiful artificial Fireplace. Wood mantel. Faux brick. 6' H x 4' W. Unique. Can e-mai l photos upon request. $300 or best offer. 724-797-1723 _____________________________________________________________ TV, Mitsubishi, 70-inch square screen. Rear projection. Black body, with all manuals and remote. Like new! Must See. paid $4,100 new. Selling for $600 or best offer. 724348-0506. _____________________________________________________________ *FACTORY DIRECT SATELLITE TV! Why pay retail when you can buy factory DIRECT pricing! Lowest monthly service plans available. New Callers get FREE setup! Call NOW 1-800-935-8195 _____________________________________________________________ MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS - CLARINET, FLUTE, VIOLIN, Trumpet, Trombone, Amplifier, Fender Guitar $70. ea. Cello, Upright Bass, Saxophone, French Horn, Drums $190. ea. Tuba, Baritone, Others. 1-516-377-7907. _____________________________________________________________ Computers For Sale - DELL LAPTOP computer, super fast, excellent condition. Internal wireless card,DVD/CD+RW.Premium software bundle.Six month warranty.Original cost: $2175. Must sell: $399. 717 653-6314 _____________________________________________________________ LOWEST ALL-DIGITAL PRICE – DISH Network – FREE HD FOR LIFE plus As low as $24.99/mo! Limited time BONUS! Call Now. 1-888-601-3327 _____________________________________________________________ DISH Network Authorized Retailer Offers: Free Installation, FREE HD for Life, Free HDDVR Upgrade, $20 off for 12mo. Call NOW for Details 800-392-4671. Restrictions Appl y. _____________________________________________________________ ATTENTION: Joint Pain Sufferers. Get Relief in as little as 10 days. All-Natural Progesi c. Call Today! Free Shipping, Free Book & 30 Day Bonus Supply! 888-837-0230 _____________________________________________________________ New Computer Guaranteed and FREE LCD TV with paid purchase!!! No credit check. Up to $3000 credit limit. Smallest weekly payments available! Call Now 1-888447-8801. _____________________________________________________________ DISH Network More Choices, More savings! FREE HD FOR LIFE. Packages starting at $24.99 for 12 months. w/60 channels. 888-902-8304. Restrictions apply. Call for detai ls! _____________________________________________________________ FREE Home Security System With ADT 24/7 $850 value! PLUS New Customer Bonus! $99 Install Fee and Monitoring Package. ADT Auth Co. 800-353-6348 Call now! _____________________________________________________________ MEMORY FOAM THERAPEUTIC NASA VISCO MATTRESSES WHOLESALE! T-$299, F-$349, Q-$399, K-$499, ADJUSTABLES - $799. FREE DELIVERY 25 YEAR WARRANTY_____________________________________________________________ 90 NIGHT TRIAL 1-800-ATSLEEP. 1-800-287-5337. WWW.MATTRESSDR.COM.
----------- ITEMS WANTED -------CASH NOW! Buying Costume Jewelry - 724-243-8020 Canning Jars Wanted. Reasonable. 412-403-2753. _____________________________________________________________ Wanted to Buy. Silver Coins. 1964 or older. Wil pay 20-times face value! Call Dave at 724-941-5420 WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings, Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps or anything OLD! Please call me. Jim Gillespie at 412979-7050 or home 724-348-6203. Wanted - Treadmill.Good running condition.Incline is a must! Reasonable.724-2588324. _____________________________________________________________ Misc. Items Wanted - 30x30x15 Greenhouse kit and supplies to build greenhouse; Small camping trailer - reasonable; Water storage tank (5,000 or 3,000 Gal tank); Used water storage tank; Old farm fencing. 724-344-8784. _____________________________________________________________ WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings, Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps or anything OLD! Please call me. Jim Gil espie at 412-979-7050 or home 724348-6203. _____________________________________________________________ Wanted - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, all worth money. Also, local and lo_____________________________________________________________ ng distance towing. Call 412-498-1622.
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------------- NOTICES ---------Elrama Neighborhood Yard Sales - wil be held Saturday, June 18 from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.Overwhelming participation as like last year.There is something for everyone. Rain date is June 25. There wil be health screenings (blood pressure, etc.) at the El_____________________________________________________________ rama Firemen's Social Hall.
Missing Dog - Our family dog has been missing since February 16. Our children are missing him terribly. There have been recent sightings in the Courtney Hil /Houston Run area but all searches have turned up empty handed.We have been notified that he has a hurt front paw and is in need of medical action. He is a Husky/Shephard mixed breed dog. He has a red collar and answers to Shadow. Very sweet dog but is skittish around strangers. If you have him or have seen him, please call 724-258-7391. _____________________________________________________________ The SPHS Class of ’71 wil hold their 40th Reunion on Sunday, September 4 at 6:00 p.m. The reunion wil be held at 207 Bailey Ave. in Mt.Washington. For more informati_____________________________________________________________ on, contact Patrick Herforth at 724-929-9834 or pcherf@gmail.com. LOST – Wedding Ring. Men’s. White Gold.Lost while driving along Rt.88 near Mingo Church Road, Finleyvil e. Very sentimental and important. Reward offered. If found, pl_____________________________________________________________ ease call 412-760-2291. SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. You WIN or Pay Us Nothing. Contact Disability Group, Inc. Today! BBB Accredited. Call For Your FREE Book & Consultation. 866-983-3264. _____________________________________________________________ PUBLIC SALES / AUCTIONS / REAL ESTATE - 240+ ACRES REAL ESTATE AUCTION, Set 6-18-11 1325 Bower Road, Shermans Dale, PA 17090 www.auctionzip.com ID_____________________________________________________________ #10574 O&M AUCTIONS AU005054 717-567-3021.
------------- PETS ---------Missing Dog - Our family dog has been missing since February 16. Our children are missing him terribly. There have been recent sightings in the Courtney Hil /Houston Run area but all searches have turned up empty handed. We have been notified that he has a hurt front paw and is in need of medical action. He is a Husky/Shephard mixed breed dog. He has a red collar and answers to Shadow. Very sweet dog but is skittish around strangers. If you have him or have seen him, please call 724-258-7391. _____________________________________________________________ Certified Dog Trainer. Private Lessons.I use positive reinforcement techniques and can help with any problem solving and obedience.Discounted rate for rescued/adopted dogs! 724-249-5777. _____________________________________________________________ Dog Training: If your dog isn’t coming to you, you should be coming to me. AKC, Schutzhund,canine good citizen and therapy dog experienced - contact karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678 _____________________________________________________________ New Zealand Bunnies are now ready for Easter. $15 - $25 each. Feed and care in_____________________________________________________________ structions included. 724-239-2593. Rescue Cat Adoption. Kittens 9 weeks, black, calico. Kittens 5 months, various colors. Spays/neuters, shots, litter train, $35. Call 724-258-8380. _____________________________________________________________ Horse Stalls available - private facility in Elizabeth, excellent care, daily cleaning and turn out, large indoor arena, outdoor and miles of trails. Hurry - only 2 stalls left. $420/month. (724) 348-8028. _____________________________________________________________ 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 $25.00 each. For pick up of cans or delivery of books, call Jessie @ 724-941-5737. Dog Training: If your dog isn’t coming to you, you should be coming to me. AKC, Schutzhund, canine good citizen and therapy dog experienced contact karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678.
------------ REAL ESTATE -------826 E McMurray Rd, Venetia - $160,000 - 4 Bedroom Cape Cod on 1+ acre lot, with huge 4+ car garage with oversized doors,perfect for trucks,boats,SUVs,more! Lisa Mull, Prudential Preferred Realty 412-854-7200 ext228 or 724-678-2454. FOR SALE. Investment Property; price reduced, 6 residential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534 For Rent 1 bedroom apartment. Appliances included. No pets. Security deposit requi red. $400/month. Call: 724-554-6534 _____________________________________________________________ Small house for rent. Country setting. Suitable for one person. Includes sewage and garbage. Close to Rt. 43. No pets. $550 per month. 724-785-2955 _____________________________________________________________ 826 E McMurray Rd., Venetia $160,000 - 4 Bedroom Cape Cod on 1+ acre lot, with huge 4+ car garage with oversized doors, perfect for trucks, boats, SUVs, more! Lisa Mul l, Prudential Preferred Realty 412-854-7200 ext228 or724-678-2454. _____________________________________________________________ Residential lot. South Park. $30,000. Ridge Road. For details email Deni seMarasco@HowardHanna.com or call 4125617400. _____________________________________________________________
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House For Sale - Bentleyvil e, $80,000.This open, bright spacious floor plan is in perfect move-in condition. Expansive eat-in kitchen with center island and skylights, stone fireplace in the living room,family room with wall of windows,deluxe master suite.A wonderful well maintained community on a picturesque setting. Enjoy country living at an affordable price. For more information, contact Karen Marshall, Keller Wil iams Realty, at 724-969-4900 ext. 126 or kmarshall.realtor@gmail.com. _____________________________________________________________ Building for Rent – 40x60 commercial bldg for rent at 780 Bentleyvil e Rd., Charleroi, PA._____________________________________________________________ Located just off I-70, Exit 32B, Bentleyvil e. Call 724-258-9115.
LOCAL BUSINESSES, MERCHANTS AND SERVICES BANQUET FACILITY/ SOCIAL HALL FINLEYVILLE AMERICAN LEGION – Morrison-Ritchie Post 613. 3537 W. Morrison-Ritchie Post 613. 3537 Washington Avenue, Finleyville. “We are dedicated to helping our veterans and our community.” Offering entertainment and a banquet room that accommodates 75 people. For more info, stop in and visit the lodge, or call 724-348-5608. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CATERING GOOD TO GO - 3532 Marion Ave., Finleyville, PA 15332. 724-348-8544. Call for daily specials. Cater by the pan or by the party! __________________________________________
COMPUTERS COMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer running slow? Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine. Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest Microsoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724348-6837. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CONCRETE CAMERON CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION - Residential & Commercial Work, 724-310-3381. (Monongahela). Sidewalks, Patios, Driveways. FULLY Insured • FREE Estimates. Serving the South Hills & Mon Valley Areas. 20+ Years of Experience. __________________________________________
DVD TRANSFER/ HOME MOVIES HOME MOVIE TRANSFERS AND DVD MONTAGE CREATIONS BY DEB CHEPLIC. 8mm & Super 8mm projector movies transferred to DVD! Frame by frame digital transfers, with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set up fees. Add music and chapter menus. 724-258-5336. http://web.me.com/dcheplic/. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
GARAGE DOORS WUENSTEL BROTHERS GARAGE DOOR COMPANY – Second Generation family owned. Since 1977. Residential Replacement Specialists. 3526C Cliff Street, Finleyville. 724-348-7550. (PA-HIC 009388) __________________________________________
GUTTERS ZUBASIC BROS. HOME IMPROVEMENTS – New Seamless Gutters & Repairs 724-941-7833. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
HEALTH & WELLNESS HOLISTIC HEALTH CENTER – Ruby Thomas – Nerve & Muscle Practitioner. Expert on stress management in known world. Trained by the navy in Germany. Fibromyalgia; Muscle & Ligament Strain; Neck & Back Pain; Arthritis/Joint Pain; Allergies/Asthma; Tennis Elbow; Depression; Nausea; Headaches/Migraines; Stroke; Facial Paralysis; Weight Loss; Anxiety & Stress; Accident pain; Fatigue & Insomnia; Hypertension. $20 OFF full treatment – reg. $100. Rt. 51 Jefferson Hills - 412-384-7438 – www.rubyshealthcentre.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
JEWELERS
SOUTHLAND JEWELERS - Family Owned - GOLD = $$$ Every day for Gold, Silver, Plantinum, Coins & Diamonds; Estate & Antique Jewlery & Watches (Includes Famous Designers); Contemporary Metals Jewelry Collection (Stainless Steel/Gold – Ceramic – Tungsten – Titanium; Zable Bead Theme Bracelets (Beads are compatible w/ all bracelets); $25 OFF a $100 purchase (New Purchases only. Excludes repairs); Repairs/Appraisals done on site; Layaways available. Route 51 – next to TC Customized. 412-384-8400. www.southlandjewelers.com. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
LANDSCAPING
B&G LANDSCAPING & LAWNCARE SPECIALIST. 724777-1229 * SPECIAL! 10,000 sq. ft. for ONLY $76.00! * Lawn Fertilizing Applications; Spring Clean-up; Organic Applications Available; Over Seeding; Lawn Maintenance; Shrub & Bed Care; Aeration; Dethatching; Brown Patches; Grub Damage Repair; Mulch Beds; Leaf Clean-up; Grass Cutting. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
PLUMBING
FRYE BROTHERS PLUMBING - Registered master plumbers. Residential and Commercial. Locally owned and operated. Fully insured and certified. Ed Frye - (412) 8416008. www.fryebrosplumbing.com. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
RESTAURANT
GOOD TO GO - 3532 Marion Ave., Finleyville, PA 15332. 724-348-8544. Call for daily specials. Cater by the pan or by the party! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– THE KICKSTAND BAR & RESTAURANT - Open Daily 3 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Daily Specials; Homemade Soups. 1100 Hayden Blvd. 51 South. 412-384-3080. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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Donora Residential/Commercial Building - Eat-in Kitchen, 3 - 4 Bedrooms, Living Room and 1 Bath upstairs. Den, 1 Bath, Storeroom Front downstairs. Security System, Basements and 2 Car Garage.Also has an Attached Apartment and Basement.New Price, $29,900 or Best Offer. Call for appointment at 419-867-9260 or 724-379-5387. _____________________________________________________________ Apt for Rent – 230 Donnan Ave., Washington, PA, 1 bdrm, living room, kitchen, bath and laundry area. Upstairs apartment. Total electric. $350 per month plus utilities. Call 724-350-5983. _____________________________________________________________ Mobile Home for Sale or Rent – 135 Union St., New Eagle, PA, located in mobile home park, in the Ringgold School District, on Rt 88 transit bus line, gentle inside pet acceptable, wil consider Article of Agreement, $350 plus utilities, include lot rent. Call 724-258-9115. _____________________________________________________________ Mobile Home Lot for Rent – 1 acre private country setting lot for rent in Carroll Twp., Monongahel a.All utilities ready for hook up.Available June. Call 724-258-2755. _____________________________________________________________ 2 Family Duplex For Sale by Owner - $135,000 for 6454 Library Rd., South Park. Taxes:$1,919.Walk to Bus & T; Zoned 2 Family.Each floor has 3 BR; 1Bath; LR; DR; Eatin Kitchen; 2 Separate Entrances; Separate Utilities. Basement has hook-ups for 2 sets of Washers and Dryers and 1 Bath. New Boiler for 2nd 1998; New Roof 1999; New Windows Entire House 2002 to 2008; New Carpeting on 1st 2008; New Carpeting on 2nd 2010; Full Walk-in Attic; Off Street Parking; Don’t buy without at least seeing this one. Extremel y easy to rent and very profitable. Call 412-508-9914 or Alt 412-334-4473. _____________________________________________________________ 2008 Tioga 31M Motorhome - 12,200 miles, like new, loaded, dual slide, 6.8 V10 engine, 5 speed automatic, many upgrades-too many to list. $62,000 OBO. Call 412384-4667. _____________________________________________________________ FOR SALE – Investment Property; price reduced,6 residential, 4 commercial units.Close to_____________________________________________________________ everything. 724-554-6534. 1999 Commodore mobile home. exc. condition. Only 1 owner - bought brand new in 2001. Call 412-600-9061 _____________________________________________________________ Use your Tax Return for your down payment on this beautiful 28X60 3 bedroom 2 bath home with living room and family room delivered and set up on your foundation or crawl space for $49,995. Call 724-929-5040. _____________________________________________________________ Good for a rental unit. View this affordable 14X64 3 bedroom and 1 bath home with 10 year warranty only $29,995 delivered and set-up utilities hooked up, footers installed, ti_____________________________________________________________ ed down we supply block, skirting and two sets of steps to code. Call 724-929-6855 No down payment needed when you use your land as collateral. On any home we have in stock or ordered. We are licensed originators. We legally can help you attain fi_____________________________________________________________ nancing. Call 724-929-5040. NMLS #201259. View this beautiful 32X80 4 bedroom 2 bath ranch home with family room and living room. This home delivered and set on your foundation is only $71,995. Don’t miss this gol_____________________________________________________________ den opportunity. Call 724-929-5040 for more details and location of home. House for Rent - Newly remodeled older 3 or 4 bedroom house for rent in Peters Twp/Venetia. Extra room could be den or bedroom. First, last and security deposit required and credit check. Monthly rent $1200.00 plus utilities. Separate 1 car garage with room for storage or workshop. Has refrigerator, stove and hook ups for washer and dryer. New kitchen and carpeting. Big yard. Call 724-348-5162. _____________________________________________________________ Perryopolis House: 3 BR, large den, 3 1/2 bath, LR, DR, eat-in kitchen, 1st floor laundry room,mudroom,level corner 3/4 acre lot.All public utilities.$259,900.Call 724-3222458 for an appt. to see this house. _____________________________________________________________ We have modulars! View this beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath home. 5/12 roof pitch, drywall throughout with basement entry, 1500 square feet. Only $78,700 with A/C included set on your foundation. Call 724-929-5040. Don’t miss this deal. _____________________________________________________________ Home For Sale - Union Township. 3 years old. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, appliances included. Call Sharon at 724-941-3000 x 29. _____________________________________________________________ House For Sale - $89,900. 3 BR colonial, over 1/2 acre. Large front porch and detached garage. Within 5-mins of South Park Fairgrounds. 412-221-4373 _____________________________________________________________ For Rent,commercial property in Venetia,PA.Available after September 1.Call 724348-5992. _____________________________________________________________ Charleroi Sale or Lease - Renovated 3-Story Building. Commercial lease income.Also, turnkey bar/restaurant. Call: 724-531-1175. _____________________________________________________________ Office Space For Rent – Finleyvil e. 1,300 square feet. Former site of Healthy Di_____________________________________________________________ rections. $800 + Electric. 412-999-7163.
MONONGAHELA - For rent, one, two bedroom apartment, complete with appliances, laundry facility,etc.Secured locked building,quaint and quiet.Close to bus line.One bedroom partial y furnished. Monongahela. Call 724-258-3179. _____________________________________________________________ One,Two Bedroom Apartment,complete with appliances,laundry facility,etc.Secured locked building, quant and quite. Close to bus line. One bedroom partial furnished. Monongahela. Call Natalee Amati 724-244-8579 or 724-258-3179. _____________________________________________________________ FOR RENT - Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available! Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit #1507) at the new “Paradise Resort” in Myrtle Beach wil provide you with all the comforts of home. 2 Bedrooms + Sleeper sofa; 2 Bathrooms; Lazy River; Hot Tub; Indoor/Outdoor Pools; Exercise Room; Oceanfront Balcony. For complete weekly and seasonal pricing, visit the website - www.oceanfront condorentals.com/ Paradise Resort.htm. For additional questions or to make a reservation call Oceanfront Condo Rentals Inc. at 843-236-6623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507. _____________________________________________________________ New Eagle Main Street. Office Space. Formerly physicians office. 1200 sq. ft. Rent Negotiable. 724-554-6534 or 724-258-3773. _____________________________________________________________ LAND LIQUIDATION! 20 Acres $0/Down, $99/mo. ONLY $12,900. Near Growing El Paso,Texas. (2nd safest U.S. CITY) Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Money Back Guarantee. 1-800-755-8953. www.sunsetranches.com _____________________________________________________________ LAND SALE in Florida, 1/2 Acre & Up. Guaranteed Financing! Foreclosures Starting at $4900. $100 Down, $100 Per Month. Call For Free Brochure! 1-877-983-6600. www.FloridaLotsUSA.com. _____________________________________________________________ NY FARM LIQUIDATION SALE! JUNE 4th! LENDER OWNED LAND/ FARM BUILDINGS $69,900! Less than 3 hrs NY City. Gorgeous setting, views, stonewalls! FREE CLOSING COSTS! Call (888)738-6994 for free info packet! www.NewYorkLandandLakes.com _____________________________________________________________ ABSOLUTE NY FARMLAND SALE! JUNE 4th! 5 to 14 acre parcels - opening price $24,900! Less than 3 hrs NY City! No closing costs! Prime buildable acreage! Call (866) 495-8733! NOW for free info! _____________________________________________________________ North Carolina Mountains. NEW! E-Z Finish Log Cabin Shell. Financing Available!! With Loft & Full Basement Includes acreage. $89,900. Warm Winters/Cool Summers. 828-247-9966 Code 60. _____________________________________________________________ GEORGIA LAND – REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE! Beautiful 1acre-20acres homesites starting @ $2000/acre. Owner financing from $199/month. Beautiful weather, low taxes, Washington County,Augusta Area. Call Owner Direct 706-364-4200 _____________________________________________________________ PUBLIC SALES / AUCTIONS / REAL ESTATE - 240+ ACRES REAL ESTATE AUCTION, Set 6-18-11 1325 Bower Road, Shermans Dale, PA 17090 www.auctionzip.com ID_____________________________________________________________ #10574 O&M AUCTIONS AU005054 717-567-3021 BIG BEAUTIFUL AZ LAND $99/mo, $0-down, $0-interest. Golf Course, Nat’l Parks. 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport. Guaranteed Financing. No CREDIT CHECK! Pre-recorded msg. (800) 631-8164 Code 4036 www.sunsiteslandrush.com _____________________________________________________________ STOP RENTING NOW! Lease option to buy. Rent to own. No Money down. No Credit Check. Homes available in your area. CALL NOW 1-877-395-1292 _____________________________________________________________ Available Now!!! 2-4 Bedroom homes Take Over Payments No Money Down/No Credit Check Call 1-888-269-9192 _____________________________________________________________ ***FREE Foreclosure Listings*** OVER 400,000 properties nationwide. Low down payment. Call now 800-250-2043. _____________________________________________________________ Land Liquidation 20 Acres $0 Down, $99/mo. Only $12,900 Near El Paso,TX, Owner Financing, No Credit Checks! Money Back Guarantee FREE Color Brochure. 800-7558953 . _____________________________________________________________ Stop Renting Lease option to buy Rent to own No money down No credit check 1877-395-0321. New Eagle Main Street. Office Space. Formerly physicians office. 1200 sq. ft. Rent Negotiable. 724-554-6534 or 724258-3773.
------------ SERVICES ----------BABYSITTER / NANNY FOR SUMMER - Let your kids sleep in & play in the neighborhood. American Red Cross Certified, Experienced, Reasonable, References. Kelsey: 724348-6528. _____________________________________________________________
June 2011 ———————————————————————————————————————— Waterproofing - BASEMENT WATERPROOFING! Lifetime Transferrable Warranty, Senior Citizen Discounts, Military & Police Discounts. Guaranteed Lowest Price. FREE ESTIMATES. www.ABetterChoiceInc.com 1-800-343-2357. PA0377 _____________________________________________________________ South Hills Tax Preparation - ALL 1040 TAX RETURNS ONLY $75! FREE State & Local Returns. FREE E-Filing. 10 Years Experience. Located in South Park. Call Rich Diffenbach at_____________________________________________________________ (412) 835-4842 Certified Dog Trainer. Private Lessons. I use positive reinforcement techniques and can help with any problem solving and obedience. Discounted rate for rescued/adopted dogs! 724-249-5777. _____________________________________________________________ Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724-8257233. _____________________________________________________________ COMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer running slow? Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine.Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest_____________________________________________________________ Microsoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724-348-6837. DVD Transfer/Home Movies – Home Movie Transfers and DVD Montage Creations by Deb Cheplic. 8mm and Super 8mm projector movies transferred to DVD! Frame by frame digital transfer, with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set up fees. Add music and chapter menus. 724-258-5336. http://web.me.com/dcheplic. Dog Training: If your dog isn’t coming to you, you should be coming to me. AKC, Schutzhund, canine good citizen and therapy dog experienced - contact karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678.
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----------- VACATIONS ---------------FOR RENT - Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available! Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit #1507) at the new “Paradise Resort” in Myrtle Beach wil provide you with all the comforts of home. 2 Bedrooms + Sleeper sofa; 2 Bathrooms; Lazy River; Hot Tub; Indoor/Outdoor Pools; Exercise Room; Oceanfront Balcony. For complete weekly and seasonal pricing, visit the website - www.oceanfrontcondo rentals.com/Paradise Resort.htm. For additional questions or to make a reservation call Oceanfront Condo Rentals Inc. at 843-236-6623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507. _____________________________________________________________ Sunny spring Specials At Florida’s Best Beach – New Smyrna Beach. Stay a week or longer.Plan a beach wedding or family reunion. www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800-5419621. _____________________________________________________________ FREE CAMPING! Get 2 nights FREE in May & June at our popular GETTYSBURG resort. Amazi ng Amenities & Family Fun! CALL 800-841-4895 to Discover More! _____________________________________________________________
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