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Vol. 5, Issue 11

APRIL 2009

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LOCAL NEWS: Church Group Renovates Room at Women’s Shelter

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INDEX: Local News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 People . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Senior News . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Kids & Family . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Automotive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 School News . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Food & Dining . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Money . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

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Peters Township Easter Bunny Hop On Saturday April 4th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Easter Bunny Hop at the Recreation Center. Have fun decorating Easter holiday crafts and playing festive games. Enjoy balloon art by “Balloon Dude Travis” who will magically transform balloons into animals, flowers, vehicles, hats, characters and more! A special appearance by the Easter Bunny too, so bring your camera. The fee for this Easter Party is $3.00 residents and $5.00 non-resident per child. Advance registration is encouraged. For further information call 724-942-5000.

Monongahela Area Chamber Has New Leader, Partnership Judy Loughman has been named executive director of the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. Loughman succeeds Teresa Cypher, who retired earlier this year after 20 years in that position. A native of Monongahela and a graduate of Monongahela High School, Loughman has served for nearly five years as president of the Monongahela Area Revitalization Corp.(MARC), which like the Monongahela Area Chamber, serves Monongahela, New Eagle and Carroll Township. Discussing the partnership are (left to right) Tom Graney, branch Loughman received a manager of Charleroi Federal Savings Bank in Monongahela and president of the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce degree in education from the Board of Directors; Debbie Keefer, executive director of the Mon University of Pittsburgh and Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Judy Loughman, also has studied at California the new executive director of the Monongahela Area Chamber. University of Pennsylvania. She owned and operated a business in Pittsburgh for several years and also worked in California, where she served as a volunteer with the Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce for 10 years. In other chamber developments, the Monongahela Area Chamber became a partner a reciprocal member – with the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce. The Regional organization serves communities throughout the Mon Valley area and other reciprocal members are chambers of commerce in Rostraver, Brownsville, Finleyville, Fredericktown, Monessen and California and the Washington County and Westmoreland County chambers.

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Local Group Renovates Room at Women’s Shelter By Ken Askew

Since 1941, the Washington City Mission has been serving the homeless and poor of this region. Located at 84 West Wheeling Street in Washington, PA, this Christian-based organization provides counseling and rehabilitation services to struggling individuals who are also in need of food, clothing, and shelter. Their current housing capacity is 56 men. In 1986, the Mission opened the Avis Arbor Women and Children’s Shelter next door, which can house 32 women and children temporarily until their life situation can be improved. However, the need is enormously greater than the resources. From April to November 2008, they turned away 310 women and 104 children, due to lack of space. To help meet this demand, they hope a new building will provide an additional 160 beds. Meanwhile, the Avis Arbor house could benefit from repairs and a make-over to create a more pleasant surrounding. To meet that goal, various groups at the South Hills Bible Chapel, in McMurray, PA have pledged to renovate 13 bedrooms at

the Avis Arbor house. One of the volunteer groups was a 12member Small Group Bible Study led by Greg and Barbara DeVore. Room 12-B was chosen as their Adopt-A-Room project. While the current resident and her three children stayed at a relative’s house for a three-day weekend, the group removed all the old furniture, painted the ceiling and walls in bold and cheerful colors, cleaned and waxed the linoleum floor, replaced the ceiling fan/light fixture, installed attractive window treatments, assembled new, used, refurbished, and donated furniture and accessories, added brightly colored bedding, and affixed decorations to make it a more cheerful place to stay. The group’s leaders for this project, Mark and Mary Mikec, reported that a total of 200 work hours and over $1,200 in funds were donated. A representative of the Avis Arbor house wrote about the transformation of both the room and the current resident: “the room is absolutely amazing!!” She “is so blessed and it has been tremendous to see the shift in her persona since coming back to Avis last night (she’s more relaxed, joyful, and focused)”.

One Death, One Injury, One Arrest In A Split Second - Three Lives Altered Forever with Hit and Run By Paul Chasko

These days it’s not uncommon to hear about tragedies affecting young people and subsequently their families. It seems as though there’s something of this nature in the news almost daily. This time it happened close to home for many of our readers. In the early hours of March 8, Brittany Stupor and Salvatore Buttiglione were leaving an after-hours bar in Finleyville and were struck by a pickup truck that left the scene of the accident. Mr. Buttiglione and Miss Stupor were both seriously injured and Mr. Buttiglione died three days later from his injuries on March 11. Miss Stupor is recovering from a broken pelvis, fractured back and multiple bruises. As the community mourned and frustration mounted, people pulled together in search for the hit and run driver. An intensive investigation by Monongahela Police led to a truck owned jointly by Derek Powell, age 19, of 148 Coal Bluff Road in Union Township and his mother. The truck was impounded by police for examination. On surrendering the truck, Derek Powell admitted he’d been driving the truck at the time of the accident. He’s been jailed and faces numerous charges including vehicular homicide. At this point, with some details leading up to the accident being withheld, one can only guess at all the circumstances that may have contributed to the fatal accident. There is one certainty – leaving the scene of an accident involving injuries is a crime and should never happen. The lives of three individuals and their families have been permanently altered.

Mark Mikec rolls ceiling paint while his helper brush-paints the corners.

On an unusually warm winter day, Mary Mikec refurbishes a donated vanity on the resident’s porch. Behind her is a heater register cover to be painted and used inside to keep the kids safe.

Exterior of the Avis Arbor Women and Children’s Shelter in Washington, PA

The finished vanity is ready to go, situated between the baby’s crib and his Mom’s bed.

Anyone interested in supporting the Mission can contact them at (724) 222-8530, x232, or by FAX to (724) 222-3510, or visit their website at www.citymission.org.

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PLACES TO GO . . .THINGS TO SEE. . . STUFF TO DO . . . APRIL 3

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS provided from 8:45 to 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 3 at the Peters Township Community Center. The screenings are provided courtesy of Canonsburg General Hospital. For more information call the Community Relations Department at 724-873-5835.

HEALTH FAIR - Nurses from Canonsburg General Hospital will provide free blood pressure and body mass index screenings from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 4 at the Washington Crown Center. The screenings will be provided as part of the 4th Annual African-American Kingdom Health Fair. For more information, call 724-8735835.

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MEN’S CULINARY CLASSIC – Community Action Southwest presents the 4th Annual Men’s Culinary Classic on Saturday, April 4 from 6-9 p.m. at the Washington County Agricultural Fairgrounds, Hall #1. $15 per person includes amateur chef’s food samples. Local male amateur chefs participate in the cook off by preparing their specialties and competing for the People’s Choice Award. For more information, to register as a chef, to sponsor the event, to donate items for the Chinese auction, enter the Pierogie Eating Contest, or for tickets in advance, call 724225-9550 ext. 404. EASTER BUNNY HOP - On Saturday April 4th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Easter Bunny Hop at the Recreation Center. Have fun decorating Easter holiday crafts and playing festive games. Enjoy balloon art by “Balloon Dude Travis” who will magically transform balloons into animals, flowers, vehicles, hats, characters and more! A special appearance by the Easter Bunny too, so bring your camera. The fee for this Easter Party is $3.00 residents and $5.00 non-resident per child. Advance registration is encouraged. For further information call 724-942-5000.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST - There will be a Pancake & Sausage Breakfast on Saturday, April 4 from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Wright’s United Methodist Church, 788 Venetia Rd. Donation: Adults - $6: Children (3-6) - $3. For more information, call 724-348-5718. EASTER BAKE SALE - An Easter Bake Sale will be held Saturday, April 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church, 310 Gill Hall Rd., Jefferson Hills. Cookies, Cakes, Pies, Candy, Easter Rolls (Apricot and Nut $8; Poppyseed $8.50) APRIL 4 – 5

EASTER BUNNY BREAKFAST / EASTER EGG HUNT - Hop on in for Easter Breakfast with the Bunny and Egg Hunts at Trax Farms Saturday and Sunday, April 4 & 5 and Friday and Saturday, April 10 & 11. Easter Breakfast is at 9:00 am. Three age appropriate patches and egg hunts on the half hour from 10:30am to 2:00pm tickets are available at our Customer Service Desk – buy early if you need a special time. APRIL 5

ELRAMA FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE – The Elrama VFC will hold a Dedication Ceremony and Open House for their new Fire Engine on Sunday, April 5 at 1:00 PM. Elrama Volunteer Fire Company.

“JOURNEY TO JERUSALEM” - Make reservations to become a part of “The Journey to Jerusalem” with the Saint Francis of Assisi players as they take you into “Jerusalem” and tell you their stories of the life and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Palm Sunday, April 5, 2009. St. Francis of Assisi – Finley Hall 3608 Washington Avenue in Finleyville. Tours begin at 2:00 pm and continue every 20 minutes until 5:00 pm. There is no charge for this program and it’s appropriate for any age. For reservations call the St. Francis Rectory 724-348-7145

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GOOD FRIDAY FISH DINNER - The Broughton Volunteer Fire Department will be holding their annual Good Friday Fish Dinner at Broughton Hall on Friday, April 10, 2009, from 11:00 am until 8:00 pm. There is a great menu selection including some kids' favorites. The pricing is great for families. There is a large dining hall so there is no waiting for seats. Take out is also available just call 412-655-4844 to place your order. Log on to www.broughtonvfd.org, for more information about your volunteer fire department.

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EASTER EGG HUNT - The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering a Pre-School Program for 3-5 year olds at Mingo Creek County Park on Tuesday, April 7 and Wednesday April 8, 2009. The event will be held at the park office. Two sessions will be available each day. (Session I – 10:00 AM / Session II - 1:00 PM). Pre-Schoolers will be searching Mingo Creek Park for hidden Easter eggs. Pre-registration is required by calling (724) 228-6867. An adult should plan to attend with child. Fee: $1.00 per child. Mingo Creek Park is located 13 miles East of Washington off of Route 136. APRIL 9

ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP - A free Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 9 at Canonsburg General Hospital in the McNary Conference Center. 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. Fore more information, call 724-746-0600.

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EASTER BUNNY BREAKFAST / EASTER EGG HUNT - Hop on in for Easter Breakfast with the Bunny and Egg Hunts at Trax Farms Saturday and Sunday, April 4 & 5 and Friday and Saturday, April 10 & 11. Easter Breakfast is at 9:00 am, have breakfast and visit with the bunny then try our outdoor Egg Hunts. Three age appropriate patches and egg hunts on the half hour from 10:30am to 2:00pm tickets are available at our Customer Service Desk. APRIL 12

EASTER BRUNCH - Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526 located on Plum Street in Elizabeth will host it’s open to the public Easter Bunny Brunch on Easter Sunday, April 12 from 10 am-2 pm. Easter Brunch features a full buffet traditional breakfast bar, pancake topping bar, cereals, coffee and beverage bar, and a fantastic dessert bar donated by theGoodyshoppe.com. All you can eat buffet is $6 for adults, $4 for children, and free for tots age 3 and under. Current military is half price with military ID. Take the elevator from the Plum Street entrance to the 3rd floor.

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JEWELRY SALE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auxiliary of Canonsburg General Hospital will sponsor a sale featuring photo-engraved jewelry, copper bracelets and magnetic jewelry. The sale will be held on Monday, April 13 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main lobby. Bring a favorite photo to be engraved on a key chain, necklace, bracelet or charm. Engraving will be done on site. Prices range from $5 to $35. EASTER OLDIES DANCE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Parents Without Partners is sponsoring a Easter Oldies Dance on Monday, April 13 from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Royal Place Restaurant, 2660 Library Rd. Music from the 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s by D.J. Steve. Admission is $5 for PWP members and $7 for non-members. Cash bar, menu items available. For more information, call Barb at 412-835-2688. APRIL 14

SACRED MUSIC CHOIR CONCERT - The Association Free Lutheran Bible School will present a concert of sacred music at Ruthfred Lutheran Church, located on South Park Road in Bethel Park, on Tuesday, April 14 At 7:30 P.M. The Concert Choir is one of ten performing groups represented at the school and one of two touring choirs. The repertoire of the choir is eclectic in style, primarily a cappella and includes sacred classics, hymn arrangements and energetic spirituals.

GRANGE MONTH OPEN HOUSE AND AWARDS CEREMONY - April 2009 has been declared as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grange Monthâ&#x20AC;? and the Ginger Hill Grange is inviting our community members to learn more about our purpose, as well as our programs and activities, at an Open House on April 17 from 6:308:30 p.m. at Granger Hall, Rt. 136 in Finleyville. Entertainment will be provided by The Saddle Tramps. For more information, contact Sally Holets at 724-258-6741. APRIL 17 - 18

FLEA MARKET - The DeMarillac Guild of St. Louise DeMarillac Church is holding a flea market â&#x20AC;&#x153;Timeless Treasuresâ&#x20AC;? on Friday, April 17 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will be held in the Le Gras Parish Center (lower level), 320 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair. Items will include jewelry, decorative items, knick knacks, kitchen items, tools, lamps, linens, current books and video items, gently used childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing to 4T and much more. BOOK SALE - The Friends of South Park Library Spring Book Sale, which will be held on Friday, April 17th and Saturday, April 18 at the South Park Township Building. For sale will be all types of books, (childrens and adults), video and audio tapes, games, puzzles, DVDs, CDs, electronic games, etc. Please visit our website for Book Sale info at einetwork.net/ein/southprk/spfriends.htm. APRIL 18

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AARP 55 ALIVE DRIVING COURSE Thursday and Friday, April 16 and 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ECC. The nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first and largest classroom driver improvement course specially designed for motorists age 50 and older. All information is conveyed in a classroom setting. Two-day back-to-back sessions. The cost is $10 per person. Preregistration is required. For more information, call 724-258-1234. APRIL 17

â&#x20AC;&#x153;KNIGHT AT THE RACESâ&#x20AC;? - On Friday evening, April 17, Finleyville Council 13832 Knights of Columbus will be sponsoring a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Knight at the Racesâ&#x20AC;? where you can bet on the horses in the convenience of your own community. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;racesâ&#x20AC;? will be held at the Saint Francis of Assisi General Purpose Building in Finleyville. A low admission price of $8 gets you in the door, gets you a great meal and your choice of beverages for the evening. An additional $7 gives you ownership of a horse for the evening for bigger payoffs. Baskets of valuable household items and other goodies will be raffled off. Tickets will be on sale at St. Francis Church before and after masses and at the rectory starting in April.

FLEA MARKET - St. Valentine Christian Mothers are hosting their Annual Flea Market and Bake Sale on Saturday, April 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Frawley Hall on the Parish grounds. There will be 67 tables of treasures from various vendors, as well as a homemade lunch and baked treats to enjoy. Admission is free. OLDIES DANCE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SPHS Care Center will sponsor a Oldies Dance featuring Pure Gold on April 18 at 6:30 p.m. at Southpointe Golf Club, Canonsburg. Tickets are $50. Benefits The Washington County Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Advocacy Center. For more information, call Lisa at (724) 489-9100 x4493. 2009 DAFFODIL SHOW - The Daffodil and Hosta Society of Western PA will hold its 2009 Daffodil Show in the Trax Farms Event Room on Saturday, April 18. This event will be open to the public from 1:005:00 pm admission is FREE so come and enjoy the first flowers of spring! MONTE CARLO NIGHT- The members of the Baldwin Kiwanis Club are holding their 35th annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;Monte Carlo Nightâ&#x20AC;? fund raiser on Saturday, April 18, 2009, at the Leland Park Community Center, on Knoedler Road and Wolfe Drive. The event will run

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from 6 PM until closing. Donation is $12 per ticket (must be purchased in advance) which includes: beer, pop, setups and a complete buffet dinner to be served starting at 6:30 PM. It ia a BYOB affair and benefits Kiwanis administration and community needs. For tickets, call Whitey at 412-8816417, Ron at 724-745-2585 or Tim at 412653-2497.

AUXILIARY SPAGHETTI DINNER Monday, April 20. The Auxiliary of MonVale Health Resources will present a benefit spaghetti dinner from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724258-1234 or 724-258-1167.

APRIL 19 ALL YOU CAN EAT SPAGHETTI DINNER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Elrama VFC will be hosting an â&#x20AC;&#x153;All You Can Eatâ&#x20AC;? Spaghetti Dinner on April 19, 2009 from 12:00 noon - 5:00 PM. The dinner will be held at the Elrama Volunteer Fire Company. Price: adults $8 / kids $5 (children under 6 are free)

APRIL 24 GRIEF AND LOSS SUPPORT DINNER Canonsburg General Hospital Chaplain Rev. Cathy Peternel will host a dinner for those who have suffered the loss of a loved one, 6 p.m., April 24, McNary Conference Center. The dinner is open to the public and the cost of the meal is $5.50. To register, call 724-745-6100, ext. 4118.

DIVINE MERECY SUNDAY - Celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday with Medjugorje Visionary Mirjana Soldo on Sunday, April 19 from 12:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6:30 p.m. at the A.J. Palumbo Center at Duquesne University. Feel the unexplainable Amazing Grace of the Unfathomable Great Mercy of Jesus Christ and the Immeasurable Love of His Mother Mary with family and friends, new and old. Pre-Register now for only $25 Donation at the A.J. Palumbo Center Box Office, through Ticketmaster at 412-323-1919 or purchase from Select Giant Eagleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. All proceeds benefit Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hope Foundation.

ELVIS FAN CLUB SPRING FESTIVAL The â&#x20AC;&#x153;We Remember Elvis Fan Clubâ&#x20AC;? will hold their 28th Annual Spring Festival on April 24th and 25th at the Inn at Greentree. Friday, April 24, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday, April 25, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost for the Festival is $5.00 at the door. Reservations required at the cost of -$47.00 per person. There will Elvis memorabilia to buy, charity auctions and Elvis music all day. For more information, call Priscilla Parker at 412-561-7522.

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PLACES TO GO . . .THINGS TO SEE. . . STUFF TO DO . . . APRIL 24 – 26

CELEBRATION OF SPRING EVENT Trax Farms Celebration of Spring will be held on Friday, Saturday and Sunday April 24, 25 & 26. Celebrate spring by learning about gardening! Friday is Customer Appreciation Day with special discounts and giveaways. On Saturday area experts will speak on everything from “Perennials” and “Gardening for Fun” to “Tough Annual Flowering Plants”, “Bonsai Trees” and “The SCOTTS line of Gardening Products”. Sunday 1:00-1:45pm will be a Kid’s Workshop. There is a $5.00 fee. Please preregister for this workshop it is recommended for ages 4 and up. Sunday, 2:00-4:00pm Bob Dietz will offer a Bonsai Workshop-participants will create there own Bonsai tree. Class limited to 15 and there is a $20.00 fee.

for tables is required. Applications are also available at the library. For more information, contact Joanne Chamberlin at 412653-1587. CHICKEN N’ BISCUIT DINNER Edwards Chapel United Methodist Church. Cost: A donation. All proceeds will be given to the group from our church going on the Appalachia Service Project. They will be helping families repair and rebuild their homes! GREAT PA CLEANUP – Help us beautify the entrance into Elizabeth by picking up trash, weeding, raking and mulching the flower beds along the 51 on-ramps and Lion Park. Meet at the Rite Aid parking lot at 8:45 a.m. on April 25. Garbage bags, gloves and vests will be provided.

APRIL 25

FASHION SHOW - Tickets are available for Jefferson Regional Auxiliary’s annual luncheon and fashion show, “A Touch of Class,” set for Saturday, April 25 at South Hills Country Club, beginning with a Chinese auction and jewelry sale at 11:30 a.m. For tickets at $30 per person, call 412-4695790. No tickets will be sold at the door. ANTIQUE ROAD SHOW - The Pleasant Hills Library is Sponsoring an “Antiques Road Show” style event on Saturday April 25 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM in the Community Room of the Pleasant Hills Borough Building. Chinese Auction and Mini Book Sale, and dealers will be on hand to buy scrap gold & jewelry. Antique Appraisals will be done by Anthony Luppino from 12:00 noon – 3:00 PM for $5 (up to 3 items). 6-foot tables are available to dealers, crafters, and the public for $20 for 1 table, or $30 for 2 tables. Registration

SPRING RUMMAGE - RECYCLING SALE - The Presbyterian Women in Westminster Church will hold their annual “Spring Rummage – Recycling Sale” on Saturday, April 25, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will take place in the Recreation Center and Fellowship Hall. The "bag sale" and half-price sale starts at 12:30. There will also be a "boutique” for better items. Collection day is Friday, April 24, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. For further information call Marilyn Hayes 412-831-5704. APRIL 26

INDOOR FLEA MARKET - The Ladies Aux VFW Post 6664, sponsored by the Republican Party, is having an Indoor Flea Market on Sunday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event will be held in the South Park Municipal Complex Community Center, 2675 Brownsville Rd. Tables are

available for $15.00 each 8ft x 3ft. Call Kathie Gasior at 412-833-7561 to reserve yours today … limited availability. A Chinese Auction, and some games with prizes for children will be available. Proceeds to benefit Operation Troop Appreciation (OTA). GUN & CASH BASH – Monongahela VFW Post 109, 793 E Main Street, Monongahela on Sunday, April 26. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. Food and refreshments. 7 p.m. drawing on Lottery PA first number. Only 500 tickets sold. 2 numbers per ticket. $20.00 Donation; guess $10.00. Call 724258-3013 or 724-258-7476 after 5 p.m. for more information. RABIES CLINIC - The Washington Area Humane Society is sponsoring a Rabies Clinic on Sunday, April 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. The clinic will be at the Humane Society on Route 136 in Eighty-four, PA. All dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in carriers. Cardboard carriers can be purchased at the Clinic for $5.00. During the Clinic, dogs can also rece1ve their DHLPP vaccination and cats can receive their FVRCP vaccination. Also, Micro-chipping is available for $20. For questions, call 724-222-PETS. APRIL 28

FLORAL DESIGN SOCIAL – The Columbiettes of Monongahela, Council #2600 will host this event at Transfiguration Parish in Father Leger Hall at 7 p.m., located in Monongahela. The floral designs will be given away as door prizes. For more information, call Eileen at 724-348-6964. APRIL 29

STEELERS BASKETBALL TEAM vs. RINGGOLD - On Wednesday, April 29, the

Ringgold faculty and alumni will play the 2009 Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers in a fundraising basketball game. Game time in the Ringgold High School Gym is set for 8:00 pm. Tickets for the event are set at $7 and may be purchased at the High School Athletic Office, Donora Elementary Center, Gastonville Elementary Center, Carroll Middle School and Finley Middle School. Tickets may also be purchased at Hill’s Restaurant located on Main Street in New Eagle. While supplies last, tickets may be purchased at the door on the evening of the event. Players will be available at half-time to sign autographs MAY 2

FLEA MARKET BENEFITING LOCAL MOTHER’S GROUP – MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) of Windover Hills will be holding their annual May Market on Saturday, May 2nd from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Windover Hills United Methodist Church at 6751 Ridge Rd. (intersection of Ridge Rd. & Wilson Rd.) in South Park. “CASH BASH” - The Broughton Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting their biannual "Cash Bash" on Saturday, May 2, 2009. For a $20.00 donation per ticket you will receive your admission to the event and a chance to win $9,000 in cash. Doors open at 5 pm. For tickets call 412-655-4844. MAY 4

WATCHFUL SHEPHERD GOLF CLASSIC - Monday, May 4 at Valleybrook Country Club in Peters Township. 100% of proceeds go to stop child abuse and violence in the home. For foursome or sponsor information, call 724-941-3339 or email shepherd@watchful.org. All are welcome!

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Current members of the Washington County 4H “Country Clovers” are welcoming new members to join

4-H Club Seeks New Members By Samantha Milton

Washington County 4-H Chapter, “Country Clovers,” is looking for new members. The group, which consists of boys and girls ages 5-18, meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at The Grange on Route 136 near Mingo Park. As Pictured (From Left to Right) Gina Parnell holdthe 4H motto states, “There is something for ing her rabbit, Cinnamon, and her sister Ashley everyone in 4-H.” The activities include Parnell holding her rabbit, Crunch. Both girls raising and showing animals such as goats, will be showing their rabbits this year at the pigs and rabbits, gardening, sewing, hatchWashington County Fair. ing eggs, theater, photography, cake decorating, scrapbooking and crocheting among many others. As a member, you are able to participate in the Washington County Fair as well as many group events and fundraisers. The first fundraiser of the year will be a hoagie sale from March 24th to April 28th. The hoagies are $5.00 and will be available on April 28th. For more information about joining 4-H (the deadline is mid-April) or to order hoagies, please contact Lauren Bosanac @ (724) 258-5168 or Maggi Parnell @ (724) 258-0620

Pictured (From Left to Right) Sisters, Lindsey Bosanac and Krista Bosanac, show off their Boer Goat, Mercedes.

Leanna Gotto shows off her scrapbook that she showed at last year’s fair

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Are Men Or Women More Prone To Domestic Abuse? Abuse Discussed At March Union Township NNCW Meeting By Paul Chasko

The guest speaker at the March 5 Neighbor To Neighbor Community Watch (NNCW) meeting in Union Township was Mark Pudlowski, MSW – the Chief Operations Officer of the Domestic Abuse Counseling Center (DACC). Although both men and women can be guilty of domestic abuse (DA), it is certainly more common for a man to be the guilty partner. Mr. Pudlowski made it clear that DA is not loss of control but a conscious attempt to control another person by intimidation, humiliation or by inflicting physical injury. In the family setting, children are often indirect victims of DA. They have more problems getting along with others. Mark J. Pudlowski, MSW answers questions Boys are more likely to be aggressive and on Domestic Abuse at the March 5 engage in criminal behavior if they grow up NNCW meeting. in homes where DA exists. Girls in a DA environment pick up that it’s acceptable to be disrespected and degraded which damages their self esteem. The presentation outlined the different forms DA can take and warning signs that problems are developing in a relationship. The DACC approach to combating DA is through the use of “psycho-educational groups” that help men to 1) Identify problems/issues in their lives, 2) Propose solutions and identify options and 3) Make changes in themselves. The approach is more educational than traditional group Psychotherapy. There are 21 established groups in the area – some with joint programs addressing parenting skills and drug/alcohol addiction in addition to DA. If you believe you’re in an abusive relationship and desire help, here’s how you can get in touch with the DACC. Phone: (412) 678-1055 or 1-800-845-0550 Web site: www.DACC.net Email: dacc_pgh@yahoo.com The next meeting of the NNCW will be Wednesday, April 15 at 7:00 pm at the St. Francis of Assisi General Purpose Building just off Rt. 88 in Finleyville. Registered Nurses Karen Saylor and Nancy Cardinele from the Jefferson Regional Medical Center Behavioral Health Services Group will be on hand to discuss “Anxiety and Depression Issues.” All are welcome to attend.

Seeking Former Boy Scouts We need to hear from former area boy scouts. ¥Troop 101 (Dravosburg) 1956 - 1960 ¥Troop 1451 (Gastonville) 1960 - 1965 ¥Troop 1452 (Finleyville) 1065 - 2009 If you were a member of one of the Boy Scout troops listed above, please contact Teri at 724-258-2572.

Mon Women’s Club Learns About Ringgold “Baby Think It Over Program” Katie Warren, a Ringgold Family and Consumer Science teacher, was the guest speaker at the March Monongahela Woman's Club meeting. The members learned about the babies used by students in Childcare and Development, and Parenting classes. These computerized babies can coo, cough, and cry loudly. They must be held properly, fed, and diapered. A report lets the teacher know how well the babies have been cared for by their temporary parents. This information is then used to grade the students. Hopefully, students will briefly experience the tremendous commitment and responsibility childcare requires. Many Woman’s Club members held the cute seven pound babies. We enjoyed learning more about this wonderful program that is available to our high school students.

Good Friday Fish Dinner at Broughton VFD The Broughton Volunteer Fire Department will be holding their annual Good Friday Fish Dinner at Broughton Hall on Friday, April 10, 2009, from 11:00 am until 8:00 pm. There is a great menu selection including some kids' favorites. The pricing is great for families. There is a large dining hall so there is no waiting for seats. Take out is also available just call 412-655-4844 to place your order. Log on to www.broughtonvfd.org, for more information about your volunteer fire department. All proceeds from this event will help support the Broughton Volunteer Fire Department Building Fund.

“CASH BASH” at Broughton VFD on May 2 The Broughton Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting their bi-annual "Cash Bash" on Saturday, May 2, 2009. For a $20.00 donation per ticket you will receive your admission to the event and a chance to win $9,000 in cash. The doors will open at 5 pm with refreshments and prizes. Come out and join in the fun and support you local volunteer fire department at the same time. For tickets or additional information please call the Broughton fire station at 412-6554844 or check out our website at www.broughtonvfd.org.

South Park Library Friends Spring Book Sale 2009 The Friends of South Park Library Spring Book Sale, which will be held on Friday, April 17th and Saturday, April 18 at the South Park Township Building. For sale will be all types of books, (childrens and adults), video and audio tapes, games, puzzles, DVDs, CDs, electronic games, etc. Please visit our website for Book Sale info at einetwork.net/ein/southprk/spfriends.htm.

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Blaine Hill Bar-B-Que Selected As Area’s Official Local Headquarters For Nascar Fans! Local establishment sanctioned as an Official NASCAR Members Club Local Headquarters, the place to go for all area race fans to follow NASCAR! The Official NASCAR Members Club (ONMC), the only Official Fan Membership Organization licensed by NASCAR, is pleased to announce that Blaine Hill Bar-B-Que in Monongahela has been sanctioned as an Official Local Headquarters for NASCAR fans and added to the ONMC Local Chapter roster, effective immediately. The Official NASCAR Members Club’s Local Headquarters and Chapters enable NASCAR fans to gather, socialize, and enjoy the NASCAR lifestyle in their local communities by organizing fan events such as race-watching parties, charity events, trips to races and other community activities. "Blaine Hill Bar-B-Que will be celebrating with all area NASCAR Fans with an Official NASCAR Members Club Pre-Race Party throughout the season," said Melinda Barncord, Local Champion for the Official NASCAR Members. "All area NASCAR Fans are invited to join and celebrate our great sport!" Emil Totura, owner of Blaine Hill Bar-B-Que was pleased. "We are proud to be selected by NASCAR as an Official Local Headquarters and invite all area race fans to share in the fun by becoming a member of the ONMC at our location." Membership in the Official NASCAR Members Club enables the sport’s most loyal fans to be recognized as Official Members of the sport, achieve NASCAR VIP insider status, and get deals and discounts on NASCAR race ticket packages; a Members-Only Magazine; access to a password-protected website where NASCAR deals are posted; 10% off any purchase at the NASCAR.COM Superstore; special offers on limited edition merchandise and collectibles; discounts from NASCAR sponsors and licensees; and more than 100,000 discounts on everyday dining, shopping and entertainment. Additionally, as an Official Local Headquarters of the ONMC, Blaine Hill Bar-B-Que offers ONMC Members special discounts during SPRINT NEXTEL Cup events. Andrea Mendicino, manager of Blaine Hill Bar-B-Que, said "we offer 15% off food orders and .25 off drinks during the race when membership cards are presented." Andrea also mentioned that at Blaine Hill, smoking is permitted. Blaine Hill Bar-B-Que is located on Second Street in Monongahela. They can be reached at 724-258-2588. Stop in today and check out their great menu and watch the NASCAR races!

South Hills Elk Lodge Accepting New Members The South Hills Elks Lodge is accepting new members. The Elks Lodge is a great place to have small parties, showers and banquets. The Elks lodge is located at 2425 South Park Road in Bethel Park. For more information, call 412-831-0616.

CORRECTIONS In the March 2009 issue of the Union-Finley Messenger, we mistakenly printed the wrong names for two(2) individuals identified in photos. The correct names are as follows: ¥ Front page of March issue Steelers Fever Takes Over The South Hills, the correct name of the girl in the middle of the photo is Kara Barner. ¥ Page 61 of March issue Kendra s Caf Opens its Doors in Finleyville, the correct name of the gentleman at the far right of the top photo is Jonathan Kendra. The Union-Finley Messenger apologizes for the errors.

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2009 - 2010 FINLEYVILLE VFD OFFICERS The Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department has announced their officers for 2009 – 2010. Operative Officers Fire Chief Assistant Fire Chief Chemical Capt Hose Capt Ladder Capt Engineer Asst Engineer Asst Engineer Asst Engineer

Jeff Thomas Damon McCallister Doug McIntyre Jeff Lytle Doug Detig Bruce Patellos Andy Sneed Adam Parker Jason Dooley Evan Stewart

Adminstrative Officers President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Financial Secretary Trustees

Jeff Lawrence Gil Dolinar Gil Dolinar III Doug Detig Dave Husser Russ Allridge David Kegel Dennis McLaughlin Jacob Lawrence

Jefferson Regional Honors Its Board-Certified Nurses Jefferson Regional Medical Center observed Certified Nurses Day ™ on Thursday, March 19 by honoring 38 board-certified nurses on its staff. Certified Nurses Day™ is an effort of the American Nurses Association Credentialing Center (ANCC), which encourages members to earn certification status in several different specialty areas of nursing. The special day of recognition celebrates the contribution of board-certified nurses to the advancement of nursing professionalism and to higher standards and better outcomes in patient health. “Specialty certification of nurses reflects achievement of a standard beyond licensure for specialty nursing practice. For patients and families, certification validates that the nurse caring for them has demonstrated experience, knowledge and skills in his or her complex specialty,” said Louise Urban, vice president and chief nursing officer. “At Jefferson Regional, we are proud of the strong personal commitment to excellence demonstrated by these dedicated nurses.” The following Jefferson Regional registered nurses were recognized on Certified Nurses Day for their professionalism and leadership: Progressive Cardiac Care – Jackie Baumiller, Denise Freund, Cindy Pawelec, Brenda Reinstadtler, Doreen Steiner Clinical Nurse Specialist Psychiatry and Mental Health – Tacy Behana Oncology and Nurse Practitioner – Leigh Bower Oncology – Vince Bryner, Diane Destefano, Jennifer Feth, Mary Holzer, Patricia Luptak, Laurie Mains, Vicki Polaski, Marsha Sneddon, Deborah Watts Oncology & Hospice and Palliative Care – Ruth Zalonis Gastroenterology – Nadia Deer, Rose Smith Critical Care and Cardiac Surgery – Scott Hirsh Critical Care – Penny DeAngelo, Nancy Hodgson, Richard Layhew, Judith Pinchalk, Cheryl Rhenda, Gerald Saylor, Dina Sheriff, Cynthia Stoioff, Brenda Veschio, Susan Zezza Medical Surgical – Darcie Maguire, Arleen Yoest Operating Room – Dana Mariano, Kimberly Nassan, Linda Sirera, Richard Takacs Emergency – Tina Ross, Matthew Steverson

Antique Road Show in Pleasant Hills The Pleasant Hills Library is Sponsoring an “Antiques Road Show” style event on Saturday April 25 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM in the Community Room of the Pleasant Hills Borough Building. There is a Chinese Auction and Mini Book Sale, and dealers will be on hand to buy scrap gold & jewelry. Antique Appraisals will be done by Anthony Luppino from 12:00 noon – 3:00 PM for $5 (up to 3 items). 6-foot tables are available to dealers, crafters, and the public for $20 for 1 table, or $30 for 2 tables. Registration for tables is required. Applications are also available at the library. All proceeds benefit the library. For more information, contact Joanne Chamberlin at 412-653-1587, or email j_chamberlin@verizon.net

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I was asked recently about how I go about writing my articles for the Union-Finley Messenger. A good question that needs little explanation. To be truthful, I stay in my own back yard and pretty much confine myself to the Peters Creek watershed. If you follow my columns you can see that I confine myself to local events that have happened historically and events that are happening today. I and a group of historians and academics will tell you that our region of Pennsylvania is chalk full of notable events and history. William â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wild Wilyâ&#x20AC;? Frankfurt I have had the opportunity of speaking and lecturing at schools, colleges, and universities in several states and much of what I impart to those people I write in my columns. So in effect, many of you who enjoy my twist on local historical events have read parts of what I teach to educators and students of higher education. You might say that you have attended some college classes taught by me â&#x20AC;Ś. and enjoyed it, . . or not. I recently returned from a trip to Tennessee to attend a conference. I was taken aside by one of the speakers and asked several questions about some folks who had migrated to that area in the late 1700â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. We had a very interesting and spirited conversation about the people, their migration, and cabin architecture of that area. The conclusion that we arrived at was that these were the same folks, from Allegheny, Washington, and Westmorland Counties and that they had brought to Tennessee, what they had learned. That some counties of their state were in fact mirror images of the culture here in Southwestern Pennsylvania. As I have toured the schools and historical places here along the Peters Creek watershed, I have not only told and written stories but have been listing to those who wish to tell me stories. With a little on the spot research I can ask and ascertain a pattern of people and migration. Many have not put two and two together and figured out the equation of their family history. How often have I heard from people who live here that they are part Cherokee Indian. Many of them havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a clue as to how that happened and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know where the Cherokee originated from or ended up. In truth one only has to follow the trail of the Cherokee and usually find that their family migrated to Tennessee from Pennsylvania or live in Central Pennsylvania where many Cherokee were sent to Indian schools. It seems simple to make these assumptions but if you apply the equation oft times is works. By the way, having read this article you have just attended part of my college class on the frontier migration. I hope that you have enjoyed it and I hope that you will be back. . . next month.

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Grab Your Own FREE Copy! Before they’re gone! Can’t find your very own copy of the Union-Finley Messenger? Just stop by to one of our convenient Newspaper Boxes located throughout the South Hills and Mon Valley! Finleyville U.S. Post Office - Finleyville Peters Township U.S. Post Office - Venetia Jersey Mike s Subs (Waterdam) Monongahela West Main Street (in front of PNC Bank) West Main Street (in front of Monongahela Manor) New Eagle U.S. Post Office — New Eagle Elizabeth U.S. Post Office - Elizabeth

South Park Library—PAT Transit Park & Ride Station (Rt. 88 and Pleasant Street) U.S. Post Office — Bavarian Village Bethel Park Lytle Station — PAT Transit Park & Ride (Brightwood Road and Lytle Road) Jefferson Hills / Large Large — PAT Transit Park & Ride Lot (Rt. 51 and Peters Creek Road) Bunola U.S. Post Office Bunola Gastonville U.S. Post Office Gastonville

Look for more box locations coming soon! Visit www.unionfinley.com for a complete list of area stores, businesses, newsstands and other locations where you can pick up a FREE copy of the Union-Finley Messenger every month.

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Ginger Hill Grange to Celebrate Grange Month with Open House and Awards Ceremony April 2009 has been declared as “Grange Month” and the Ginger Hill Grange is inviting our community members to learn more about our purpose, as well as our programs and activities, at an Open House on April 17 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Granger Hall, Rt. 136 in Finleyville. In addition, we will present the Grange Community Citizens of the Year Award to Steve and Peggy Cox of Cox’s Market Monongahela. Entertainment will be provided by The Saddle Tramps. For more information, contact Sally Holets at 724-258-6741.

Fashion Show at South Hills Country Club WTAE-TV Personality Will Emcee the Event Tickets are available for Jefferson Regional Auxiliary’s annual luncheon and fashion show, “A Touch of Class,” set for Saturday, April 25 at South Hills Country Club, beginning with a Chinese auction and jewelry sale at 11:30 a.m. The emcee will be Demetrius Ivory, meteorologist for WTAE-TV. Fashions will be from Dress Barn at the Waterfront. For tickets at $30 per person, call 412-469-5790. No tickets will be sold at the door. Proceeds benefit inpatient nursing care at the Medical Center.

Elrama VFC to Hold Events in April The Elrama Volunteer Fire Company would like to invite the community to the following events to be held in April. Everyone is welcome. Dedication Ceremony and Open House for New Fire Engine. Date: Sunday, April 5 Time: 1:00 PM Location: Elrama Volunteer Fire Company All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner Date: April 19, 2009 Time: 12:00 noon - 5:00 PM Location: Elrama Volunteer Fire Company Price: adults $8 / kids $5 (children under 6 are free)

Thomas Jefferson Class of 1979 to Hold 30th Reunion The Thomas Jefferson High School Class of 79’s 30th Reunion will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2009 at the Holiday Inn Express in West Mifflin across from the Allegheny County Airport. There will be a “Cocktail Hour” from 4-6 p.m. with the dinner starting around 6 p.m., both held in the ballroom in the downstairs of the hotel. A block of rooms is being held for classmates from out of town. If you know the whereabouts of a classmate please pass on this information. For more information on the reunion please contact Jeanie Clayton Slater at 412-851-1043 or tj79@comcast.net. The Fifth Annual Dan "Nare" Roarty Memorial Golf Outing will be held the day before the reunion on Friday, July 24, 2009. Daniel Roarty, Thomas Jefferson Class of ’79, tragically lost his life in an automobile accident near Lancaster, PA in August 2004. In the spirit of Nare’s vibrant personality and his giving nature, this event will be held to celebrate his memory and to help his family through their financial challenges. The four-ball scramble golf outing will be held at Butler’s Golf Course and picnic pavilion in Elizabeth, PA. Registration is at 8:00 a.m., with a 9:00 a.m. shotgun start. The picnic starts at 2:00 p.m. If you don’t golf you may come to the picnic only. Please direct any questions to John Bosic at 724-941-3445 or jbosic@comcast.net

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Aquatorium 40th Anniversary Fete Set in Monongahela A 40th anniversary celebration of the Noble J. Dick Aquatorium will be held this summer in Monongahela. Lorys Crisafulli, chairperson of the committee planning the festivities, announced that the initial schedule of events will include: • Friday, August 7, at 7 p.m. – An oldtime slide show will be presented at National City Bank. Pictures showcasing the history of the Monongahela area will be feaLooking ahead to the 40th anniversary tured. celebration of the aquatorium in Monongahela are Monongahela city councilman Tom Caudill • Saturday,August 8 – A variety of activ(seated) and (standing, left to right) Chris ities will begin at noon at the aquatorium Grilli, a member of the Board of Directors of and will include entertainment and food and the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce; other vendors. Doug Wible of the Monongahela • Sunday,August 9, 1 p.m. – A Wedding Area Revitalization Corporation, in the Park will be held at Chess Park. and coordinator Lorys Crisafulli. Organizers of the event are hoping to have anyone celebrating 40 years of marriage this year participate to renew their vows. Couples wishing to tie the knot in this unique way are welcome to participate. In addition to these events, vintage pictures and other memorabilia will be displayed and available for purchase at Jim McCune’s Monongahela Ford Company showroom, which will serve as the Welcome Center for the festivities. The aquatorium was dedicated at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15, 1969 as a highlight of the Monongahela Area Bicentennial celebration. It was named in honor of Noble J. Dick, a contractor from Large who donated $40,000 to the cost of the riverfront facility. Frank Irey Jr., the Carroll Township contractor who spearheaded the drive for the aquatorium and whose firm constructed the facility, recommended that the aquatorium be named for Dick. The program that night also included the debut of “Hills of Home,” a pageant recounting the history of the Monongahela area, and the crowning of Linda Lenzi as Bicentennial Queen. Her court consisted of Paula Marvenko, Claudia Fedorchak, Jill Barthel and Joan Bindi, Miss Monongahela City. Crisafulli said this year’s celebration is open to all civic, church, school, youth and community groups. Already working together in formulating plans are Monongahela City Council, the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce and the Monongahela Area Revitalization Corporation (MARC).

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Cub Scout Pack 1542 Holds Food Festival On February 28th Cub Scout Pack 1542 of Mingo Presbyterian Church held an “ABC's Of America Food Festival.” Each scout was assigned a state and needed to research a food that was popular in that area then create the same dish and present it at the Pack meeting. The boys created, mini Primanti Sandwiches for Pennsylvania, Gumbo for Louisiana, Potatoes for Idaho, Buckeyes for Ohio and many more great food items. It was a great way for the boys to learn about other states, work with measuring and do a little public speaking. Great fun was had by all who attended.

Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge Easter Brunch Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526 located on Plum Street in Elizabeth will host it's open to the public Easter Bunny Brunch on Easter Sunday, April 12 from 10 am-2 pm. Easter Brunch features a full buffet traditional breakfast bar, pancake topping bar, cereals, beverage bar, and a fantastic dessert bar donated by theGoodyshoppe.com. All you can eat buffet is $6 for adults, $4 for children, and free for tots age 3 and under. Current military is half price with military ID. Take the elevator from the Plum Street entrance to the 3rd floor to enter the dining area. The Easter Bunny will be in attendance.

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LOST. Male Australian Shepherd. 1 1/2 years old. Answers to “Freckles”. No tail, black and white (blue murl). Pink spot on black nose. Very friendly and likes to talk a lot. Family misses him very much. Anyone with information on possible whereabouts, or if found, please call 724-348-6969 or 724-344-4959

We Remember Elvis Fan Club to Hold Spring Festival Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce

The “We Remember Elvis Fan Club” will hold their 28th Annual Spring Festival on April 24th and 25th at the Inn at Greentree, 401 Holiday Dr., Pittsburgh. Times are Friday, April 24, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday, April 25, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. On Saturday evening there will be a dinner, Tribute show with Randy Galioto and a dance. Cost for the Festival is $5.00 at the door. Reservations are required for the Dinner, show and dance at the cost of -$47.00 per person. Special guest this year will be Joe Moscheo of the Imperials and author of the book The Gospel Side of Elvis. There will Elvis memorabilia to buy, charity auctions and Elvis music all day. This Festival is to benefit the Elvis Aaron Presley Visiting Fellowship at the Western Pennsylvania Hospital's Burn Unit and to sponsor a child at Burn Camp this summer. For more information, call Priscilla Parker at 412-561-7522.

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Mining for Local History Higbee Family Photographs, Memories, Contribute to PT Library History Room By Heather Kelley-Latorre

Lucky for us, Eileen Higbee’s mother always had a camera in her hand. Many of the priceless pictures she took have been digitally scanned at Peters Township Public Library for future generations. The memories around those pictures add another piece to the puzzle for Margaret Deitzer, Head of the Reference Department at the library. Deitzer was thrilled when patron Paul Kulp, of Finleyville, suggested she call the Higbee’s, also of Finleyville. Kulp’s mother, Martha Kulp, had been friends with Eileen Higbee, and he remembered the family being associated with the Venetia Post Office. Deitzer was able to mine a few gems from the Higbee One-year old Thelma collection. She has been collecting information for the library Lewis (Eileen Higbee’s about all of the local “villages,” as she calls them. Her current sister) standing on the focus is Hackett. Hackett lies between Finleyville and Venetia, cornerstone of Wright’s the heart of the village being the Hackett Slovenian Club. Methodist Church. The Higbee family was not just associated with the post office, they were post masters, or “post mistresses.” Although, Mrs. Higbee remembers they hated that term and did not like being called “post mistress.” Both Bill and Eileen Higbee had family members posting mail. Bill Higbee’s sister and niece, as well as Eileen Higbee’s mother and aunt, were Venetia post mistresses as well. Mr. Higbee wonders how they would have hoisted the Christmas mail bag up for the train. “It had to have been heavy,” he said. There are some great pictures of Ethel Patton (Eileen Higbee’s mother) hanging the mail for the train in Venetia, not too far from the current post office. The cliché that “a picture is worth a thousand words” definitely rings true. Mr. Edward Lybarger, who volunteers at the Library, has scanned 30 to 40 family collections. “It is real-

Two month old Eileen Higbee being held by her aunt, Ruth Lewis.

ly rewarding,” said Lybarger.“It is not just the physical landmarks, its memories, and people’s lives,” he added. Margaret Deitzer also feels the same, she has donated much of her time to the local history collection. The past defines who we are and hopefully awareness of this local collection will prompt folks to check their attics and basements for photographs or other information that would help complete the puzzle. For more information or to discuss donating some photographs, contact Margaret Detizer at (724) 941-9430. Or stop by the Peters Township Library and visit all the books, maps, genealogies, photographs and audio visual materials that are easily accessible. “Local libraries are the first, and often the only, place to find information about local community history,” said Pier Lee, Director, Peters Township Public Library.

Ethel Patton (Eileen Higbee’s mother) hanging the mail for the train in Venetia, not too far from the current post office.

Library Director, Pier M. Lee with Bill and Eileen Higbee, of Finleyville and Edward Lybarger, Library Volunteer.

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Wonderful Things Are Happening In April at Trax Farms

PSSA Testing Update Latest Data Indicates Progress is Being Made At Ringgold By Paul Chasko

Spring is in the air at Trax Farms PANSYMANIA is in full swing through April 11th with flats and flats of Pansies and Violas $12.99 per flat. Many colors to choose from, while supplies last! Hop on in for Easter Breakfast with the Bunny and Egg Hunts Saturday and Sunday, April 4 & 5 and Friday and Saturday, April 10 & 11. Easter Breakfast is at 9:00 am, have breakfast and visit with the bunny then try our outdoor Egg Hunts. Three age appropriate patches and egg hunts on the half hour from 10:30am to 2:00pm tickets are available at our Customer Service Desk – buy early if you need a special time. Froggy Radio will be here to help us kick things off on April 4th. Many other activities are offered inside and out, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Fishing for Eggs, Trike Track and more… all outside activities are weather permitting. Keystone Kettle Korn, The Grange and others will be cooking delicious foods outside, or try homemade soups and sandwiches from our Deli. The Daffodil and Hosta Society of Western PA will hold its 2009 Daffodil Show in the Trax Farms Event Room on Saturday, April 18. This event will be open to the public from 1:00-5:00 pm admission is FREE so come and enjoy the first flowers of spring! Trax Farms Celebration of Spring will be held on Friday, Saturday and Sunday April 24, 25 & 26. Celebrate spring by learning about gardening and how to make your garden a place you can enjoy! Friday is Customer Appreciation Day with special discounts and giveaways. On Saturday area experts will speak on everything from “Perennials” and “Gardening for Fun” to “Tough Annual Flowering Plants”, “Bonsai Trees” and “The SCOTTS line of Gardening Products”. Sunday 1:00-1:45pm will be a Kid’s Workshop where kid’s can make a stepping stone, learn about bugs and make a mask. There is a $5.00 fee. Please pre-register for this workshop it is recommended for ages 4 and up. Sunday, 2:004:00pm Bob Dietz will offer a Bonsai Workshop-participants will create there own Bonsai tree. All tools and materials are provided. Please pre-register, class is limited to 15 and there is a $20.00 fee. With all of the activities going on here at the farm sometimes we forget to mention our delicious bakery treats, cakes, pies, cookies, breads and rolls. Try our deli soups, sandwiches and delicious hot case items. Sample Arrowhead Wines and don’t forget we will soon have our homegrown produce back in the market. Book your shower, birthday party or spring event – dates are filling up fast. Make Trax Farms YOUR Place in the Country! Trax Farms is located at 528 Trax Road (Rt. 88 between Library and Finleyville). Call 412-835-3256 or visit our website at www.traxfams.com for additional information.

K of C “Knight at the Races” in Finleyville April 17 On Friday evening, April 17, Finleyville Council 13832 Knights of Columbus will be sponsoring a “Knight at the Races” where you can bet on the horses in the convenience of your own community. The “races” will be held at the Saint Francis of Assisi General Purpose Building in Finleyville. A low admission price of $8 gets you in the door, gets you a great meal and your choice of beverages for the evening. An additional $7 gives you ownership of a horse for the evening for bigger payoffs. Baskets of valuable household items and other goodies will be raffled off. Tickets will be on sale at St. Francis Church before and after masses and at the rectory starting in April. Ask folks who’ve attended – it’s a great time with great food and the proceeds benefit charities supported by the Knights of Columbus and the Columbiettes. Hope to see you there!

In the February 2009 issue of the Union Finley Messenger we reported that Ringgold was still quite low in the state school district rankings as based on the PA System of Student Assessment (PSSA) testing. These rankings were prepared and reported by the Pittsburgh Business Times based on PSSA scores over a three year period ending in 20062007. In spite of the low ranking, actual test scores for Ringgold including 2008 test results indicate that Ringgold is improving in several areas. Six schools comprise the Ringgold School District: Donora Elementary Center, Gastonville Elementary Center, Monongahela Elementary Center, Carroll Middle School, Finley Middle School and Ringgold High School. Testing was conducted in reading and math in 2006, 2007 and 2008. Writing was added to the testing in 2007 and 2008. The scores below are averages for all six schools in the district. The scores indicate the percentage of students scoring in the “proficient or higher” range. (A score of 50 would indicate that 50% of the students are rated as “proficient or higher” in that subject). 2006: Reading (59.9) 2007: Reading (65.6) 2008: Reading (66.4)

Math (58.8) Math (62.0) Math (68.1)

Writing (NA) Writing (49.7) Writing (46.2)

As you can see, the Reading and Math scores averaged over the six schools have improved since 2006. In 2008, Science was added to the testing but has not yet been included in the scoring. In 2008 the Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) goals for Reading and Math were raised so the performance bar is now set higher for all schools in the state. [PSSA DATA COURTESY OF RINGGOLD ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT DR. KAREN POLKABLA]

ANNUAL SPRING RUMMAGE RECYCLING SALE The Presbyterian Women in Westminster Church will hold their annual “Spring Rummage – Recycling Sale” on Saturday, April 25, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will take place in the Recreation Center and Fellowship Hall. The "bag sale" and half-price sale starts at 12:30. There will also be a "boutique” for better items. Collection day is Friday, April 24, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Please donate only clean and usable items. Magazines, textbooks, large pieces of furniture and broken or unworkable items WILL NOT be accepted. All proceeds benefit Mission Projects. For further information call Marilyn Hayes 412-831-5704. Westminster Presbyterian Church is located at 2040 Washington Road in Upper St. Clair.

Monte Carlo Night Fund Raiser In Baldwin The members of the Baldwin Kiwanis Club are holding their 35th annual “Monte Carlo Night” fund raiser on Saturday, April 18, 2009, at the Leland Park Community Center, on Knoedler Road and Wolfe Drive. The event will run from 6 PM until closing. Guests will enjoy Races, instant Bingo, Big 6 Wheel, 50/50, Poker tables, Chinese auction, door prizes and more! Donation is $12 per ticket (must be purchased in advance) which includes: beer, pop, setups and a complete buffet dinner to be served starting at 6:30 PM. It ia a BYOB affair and benefits Kiwanis administration and community needs. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Come and join the Kiwanis members and friends for an evening of fun. For tickets and information, call Whitey at 412-881-6417, Ron at 724-745-2585 or Tim at 412-653-2497. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

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Chiropractic Event Leads to Donations for Finleyville Food Bank Dr. Christine Wittman, Chiropractic Health Center of Finleyville, presents food collected during the Have a Heart event, to Ron Monich of the Finleyville Food Bank. Dr. Wittman offered a free chiropractic evaluation to anyone who donated a bag of canned goods or non-perishable foods during the month of February.

Honor a Veteran at Elizabeth Memorial Day Ceremony The VFW Post 7632 and American Legion Post 553 are preparing for the Memorial Day parade and ceremony that will be held in Elizabeth on Monday, May 25th. The parade starts at 9:30 AM with the ceremony immediately following. You may honor a veteran by making a donation payable to VFW Post 7632 by May 8th. A small flag with the veteran’s name will be displayed at the Elizabeth Honor Roll. Please feel free to take your flag after the ceremony. Please send the veteran’s name and branch of service along with your donation to: VFW Ladies Auxiliary 164 Grouse Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037

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 10 miles of the Montour Trail from Library (Milepost 36.3) 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 Jefferson Hills Borough building. The April 2009 meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 8, and the May meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 13. All interested individuals are welcome to attend. Additional information may also be obtained on the Montour Trail web site www.montourtrail.org under the Volunteer tab and by clicking on "Friends of the Trail groups". Activities concerning the entire Montour Trail and links to the sites of other western Pennsylvania trails are also posted on the Montour Trail web site.

The site of the future Montour Trail Bridge over Piney Fork Creek just east of Triphammer Road in South Park Township. The abutments shown here were completed in November 2008. The Montour Trail Council plans to place an existing steel truss bridge, currently being repaired in Cecil Township, on the abutments this spring. The bridge will eventually be part of a new 0.75 mile section of the Montour Trail east of Triphammer Road.

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Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation May Help Resolve Real Estate Concerns in Elizabeth Borough By Alice Harris

Corner Country Boutique

At the February 24th Elizabeth Borough Council Meeting, guest Ethan Raub of the Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation (PHLF) explained that his organization is willing to work as a neutral third party to try to resolve real estate issues on 2nd Street. The PHLF works on real estate projects to try to bring back vacant buildings to good use through preservation. Raub also stated concerns that the 2nd Avenue corridor is very appealing, and the loss of two more buildings may ruin its integrity. PHLF is funded by Allegheny County. Solicitor Pat McGrail suggested that all parties involved with these properties sit down together to see if a solution can be worked out. In other borough business: • The termination of Police Office Nick Belich who has been on probation was approved. • Councilwoman Mary van Fossen thanked OIC John Snelson for saving her life on February 1. • The exoneration of tax collector Robin Stockton to turn over delinquent taxes to Keystone Collections was approved. • A motion to lien the recently demolished 925 Grant Street for $4,900 was approved. The property owner is still responsible for grass cutting. • The resolution for a update for solid waste garbage fee removal of $135.00 annual and $45.00 per quarter was approved. • The parking meters have been replaced and repaired, but not in the right places and need to be moved where they belong. • Elizabeth Fire Company has more new members and trains every Sunday. Four members are going for EMT training, with two of the trainees at the Junior age level. • The application for a grant of $1,500- $5,000 through Access to Artistic Excellence for the creation for new work in theater production was approved. The grant would go to the creation of a Lewis & Clark play depicting the background and history of Elizabeth. • The cost of $4,500 for the 2007-2008 audit at the end of April was approved. • Included training for the Borough Secretary at the cost of $500 was also approved.

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Union Township Site Being Considered For New Ringgold Middle School By Paul Chasko

It was disclosed last month that property in Union Township (UT) adjacent to Tuscany Estates was under consideration as a site for the proposed new Ringgold Middle School. The UT Board received a letter from the Ringgold School District – basically a very preliminary inquiry which might assist the school board in making a final decision on the site. It’s believed that two other sites are or were also being considered. The UT board briefly discussed access to the Tuscany site but concluded it was too early in the process to be concerned about details that would be addressed in traffic studies and review of plans if the development were to proceed. Some concern was expressed for impacts on the residents of the Boyka plan. As this meeting was underway, a special Ringgold School Board public meeting was also in progress discussing closure of the Carroll Middle School. The final decision on closure of the Carroll Middle School was postponed for 90 days. If this closure happens, students from Carroll and Donora areas would be bused to Finley Middle School until the new middle school would be completed. Many parents are concerned about excessive travel time and excessive class sizes at Finley being a detriment to students. The driving force behind the proposed early closure of Carroll Middle School is the expected financial savings said to be estimated at $500,000 in the first year by reductions in operational costs including teachers and custodial personnel salaries. A report from KAG Engineering indicates that the Elrama Sewage Project is moving ahead of schedule – it’s moving so well that the contractor requested an advance on an invoice that was just submitted. Most of the shop drawings for components of the pumping station are completed. When the last drawings are completed work will begin on the station. KAG Engineering continues with on-site inspections of the work being done by the contractor. In other UT business: • All Board members as well as the Secretary /Treasurer, Solicitor, Zoning Officer and Twp. Engineer were present at the March 9 Union Township (UT) meeting. • Minutes from two prior meetings were accepted with only a minor correction. • Reports were accepted from engineering, the zoning officer, the Elrama Fire

Department and the road crew foreman. • The zoning officer was asked to take action on several abandoned buildings. • A new emergency generator was installed and tested at the township building. • Street signs will be gradually replaced to conform to new state standards. • The burning ordinance will not be changed until clarification is received from the DEP. • Undersized cul-de-sacs may prevent two UT roads from being included as basis for state liquid fuels fund appropriations. • Estimate requested from engineering for flood plane management costs along route 88. • Elrama Fire Department announced an open house and new truck dedication on Sunday, April 5 at 1:00 pm. • Payrolls # 4 & #5 were approved for a total of $16,480.19 • Payment of general fund bills in the amount of $68,833.62 was approved. • Approval was given for payment of Guyer Bros. Invoice #3 for $414,936.46 • Approval was given for payment to KAG Engineering for $28,797.80 • The MMCP remains in review. • Authorized solicitor to respond to the inquiry letter received from the Ringgold Board Solicitor regarding the possible use of the Tuscany site for the new Ringgold Middle School. • Solicitor was authorized to advertise for a position representing UT on the PCSA Board. • Road inspections were scheduled for April • Leonard Bailey was appointed Emergency Management Coordinator. • Supervisor Scott Tkach was appointed to the EIT Committee – Supervisor Larry Spahr was appointed as alternate. After a 25 minute executive session, two motions were passed: 1) Authorize the solicitor to confer and attend meetings and whatever else is necessary in pursuit of resolution of the police pension issue. 2) Authorize the solicitor to respond to the letter from the Trax Farm Solicitor to extend the timeline on Trax Farm rezoning request.

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That Old House By William “Wild Willy” Frankfort

Norris Cabin

“Profiling historic, old or unique homes throughout the area”.

Ok… before you say, “Not another log cabin!” I want you to squint and look very closely at the attached photo. Does it look at all familiar to you? Look closely at the construction and think if you have seen this cabin anywhere in our area. It’s a fine cabin which offers one large room and an upstairs loft type room. The floors are up off the ground which tells that this structure was built for the long haul. If you notice the chimney, you will see that it’s made of cut stone and the roof is made of cut shingles with board and batten siding. I think what sets this cabin off is the unique porch which is present opposite of the chimney side of the structure. Many early cabins had this part of the cabin added as an after though but this cabin clearly shows that the porch was a planned addition. This cabin is part of three log out buildings, similar to those that were featured in a previous article I had written in 2008. I always try to make reference to the notching of these cabins, as that architectural

item can tell us so much about the history of such a structure. The notching of the logs of this cabin indicates that it is of the group built in the late 1770’s and 1780’s and can be found anywhere here in Southwestern Pennsylvania. . . or does it? This cabin is located in Norris, Tennessee. It is part of the Museum of the Appalachia. It originally belonged to a family who followed the frontier movement of the late 18th century and beginning of the 19th century. This cabin was built with the skills learned here in Southwestern Pennsylvania and shows how far reaching and wide spread those skills and what technology our people lent to the construction of new regions. I am always impressed and proud to see what we as a region have given. It was the effort of our settlers from Southwest Pennsylvania that helped make a new state. It was our knowledge and skills that helped build a nation.

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taining rules and regulations that drilling companies must comply with. Later in the meeting, several members of Council expressed their sincere appreciation for the hard work and dedication that Mrs. Graves-Marcucci has performed for Jefferson Hills residents and Council. In other business: â&#x20AC;˘ A contract award was approved to Insight Pipe Contracting, L.P. for the 2009 Clairton Sewershed CCTV Inspections. Insight submitted the lowest of 7 bids, at $31,839.00 _ which was well under the budgeted amount. â&#x20AC;˘ A proposed 2009 Road Paving Program was approved. The streets to be improved are Oakwood Drive, Oakwood Court, Chelsea, and Ashley. If funding permits, work will also be done on the front of the Borough parking lot, Meadowfield, and Meilson Drive. â&#x20AC;˘ The Borough has declared May 16 as Public Safety Day, and will hold an Open House at relevant facilities. â&#x20AC;˘ Due to recent vandalism, Council will explore the availability of grant money for installation of security cameras at Borough parks, to provide 24/7 surveillance. â&#x20AC;˘ Payment for renovation of the Borough building is being held in abeyance pending resolution of a 3-page punch list of items which need to be corrected. â&#x20AC;˘ The following appointments were made: Planning Commission: Darek Reckard and John Kudla Environmental Quality Board: Jeff Markovitz Economic Development Commission: Chad Appelt Recreation Board: Gregg Carmen, Joe Oliver, Bill Mattes, and Leslie Sistito

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Peters Township Begins Work to Comply with Americans With Disabilities Act Sunday Morning Youth Sports Scheduling Debate Continues By J.R. Brower

Peters Township Council held a Public Hearing at their regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 9 on a proposed amendment to the township’s Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance amending specifications, sidewalks and acceptance of improvements. The purpose was to accept testimony on changes impacting federal Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) specifications. Also, conditions for acceptance were presented by Planning Director Edward Zuk. Zuk said that the Planning Commission recommended changing sidewalk widths from the present four feet widths to five feet. This will make them safer for wheelchairs and put the township in compliance with ADA requirements. Developers from this point on with have to include these specifications in their blueprints. He also explained Section 95B of the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance dealing with public improvements. “We’ve added requirements for ‘asbuilts’specifying that developers need to do closed circuit TV videos of storm sewers and then put on CD so we can look at them,” said Zuk. Township Engineer Mark Zemaltis explained to Council that these costs (for both sidewalk expansion and storm sewer videos) would be incurred by the developers inferring, of course, that they will be passed on to new homebuyers. After there was no response from the audience on the Public Hearing Council unanimously passed the measure 5-0. Council members who were absent were Robert Atkison and Robert Lewis. During the Audience Comments portion for non-agenda items, Ron Boocks, of Bebout Road suggested that “Council needs to lobby to get a share of money from the stimulus packages.” He complained that it appeared to him from his research that predominantly Democrat areas in the state were getting most of the economic stimulus funding. He also asked if new developer costs will cause them to bypass Peters and go to other municipalities. Township Manager Michael Silvestri explained to Boocks that all communities must comply with federal ADA requirements. Regarding federal assistance for projects, Silvestri said that a significant grant from the federal government helped to pay for our Recreation Center. In unfinished business, for the third straight council meeting, a rerun of the

Sunday morning youth sports scheduling conflict was rehashed. Manager Silvestri, presented a written policy of scheduling youth athletic events no earlier than Sunday 12 noon with exceptions for certain situations like the Youth Lacrosse Association, who needed to schedule eight tournament games at the high school stadium this spring. Council member Monica Merrell said she is opposed to before noon Sunday organized youth sports so that fields can be accessible to those who don’t participate in organized sports programs. Council member Michael McCaig restated his position that Sunday morning should be set aside for family and church activities as other council members had agreed with previously. Council member Frank Acuri was in a quandary, and said, “I still don’t know why the group can’t just ask the school district to use the high school field.” Then it was the youth sports coordinators who voiced their opinions: Frank LoCastro, Park and Recreation Board (P&RB) member and Youth Lacrosse Coordinator said over 200 youth sports parents sent e-mails supporting Sunday morning organized sports. He brought up the notion that many residents don’t go to church, and even reached to an analogy by asking if the township should consider banning sports activities on the Jewish Sabbath which includes Friday nights and Saturday. “I want to go on record that our policy was voted on unanimously (by P&RB). Ours is very different from yours,” said LoCastro. David Wall, P&RB member and Youth Baseball Coordinator, who had obviously done some number-crunching, put it in terms that everyone could relate to: “Wouldn’t the township like to save $1,000,000 to $2,000,000 by allowing sports activities to begin at 10:00 a.m. rather than 12:00 noon.” It was an obvious reference to the township’s plan to expand Peterswood Park and brought smiles to everyone on Council. Jeff Crummie, P&RB member and Youth Soccer Coordinator, summed up: “Let’s make it easier for the youth of Peters Township to participate in organized sports.” At this point former Council Chairman Frank Arcuri, realizing that nothing was going to be resolved with two members not in attendance, made a motion to table the vote on written Sunday Morning policy, and to permit the lacrosse group to ask

Peters Township School District if they could use the high school stadium for their eight games. The motion was approved by a 3-2 vote. In other business: • Council pproved the final plan for the Chancellor’s Cove Plan, a townhouse development for 112 McDowell Lane, LLC and the PA Fish Commission in which property sections for both were swapped for mutual benefit. • The resolution for township management of the Stormwater Management Facility in the Sienna Woods Phase 6 Plan was accepted. • Council ostponed an appointment to the Environmental Quality Board. • Firefighters David Holovack and Mark Scott joined the International Association of Firefighters. • Council tabled a request from Attorney James Liekar representing the Peters Creek Sanitory Authority to increase the attendance fees for its 10 members. Manager Silvestri said that this request has to be set by the governing body. When asked by Council Chairman James Berquist about the possibility for

a rate increase similar to the Peters Township Sanitory Authority, Silvestri said “I see the potential for an increase in the future to upgrade the Clairton facility.” • Announced that In Community Magazines has expressed an interest in coordinating the township newsletter for next year. • Approved Orlander Engineering’s bid for $4,620 to provide blueprints for new wiring for lights in the tennis court facility. The installation of total new lights would be bid on separately. • Was presented with a report from Assistant Township Manager Paul Lauer on the bond issue process. Lauer told Council that financing has become necessary for the 2009 budget allocation requests. “We have to decide what we want to do with these capital projects. Park expansion and the many other projects are going to require that the township borrow funds,” he said. Council and Lauer discussed looking at a bid for a financial consulting firm, Public Financial Management, to study the proposal.

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Recent Local Death Notices Allen – Eric B, 44., of Finleyville died March 8. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. Bash – Margaret M, 82., of Carroll Township died Thursday February 5. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Biagini – Leona, 85., of Monongahela died Friday February 13. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Darney – Charles Francis, 73., of Star Junction died Monday February 2. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Daube – Kathryn, 84., of Monongahela (River Hill) died Wednesday March 11. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. DeSantis – Olga (Lodovici), 86., of Monongahela died Saturday February 14. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. DiClaudio – Tamara Marie Lodovici, 46., of Monongahela, Formerly of Jefferson Hills died Monday February 4. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Douglas – Sharon L Bodish, 41., of Bethel Park died Wednesday March 4. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Dziamniski – Jean, 75., of FinleyvilleElrama Area died Sunday February 15. Arrangements under direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Eberman – Ray, 78., of Jefferson Hills died Tuesday February 24. Arrangements under direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Mikolaj – Frank, 84., of Jefferson Hills died Friday March 13. Arrangements under direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Felix – Janice R, 80., of Lady Lake, Florida, Formerly of Pleasant Hills died Saturday February 14. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

Mittenzwey – Eileen, 66., of West Newton, Formerly of Jefferson Hills died Wednesday March 11. Arrangements under direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Ford – James E, 79., of New Eagle died Thursday February 19. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

Musisko – Glen J, Sr, 66., of Monongahela died Friday February 20. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

Fuller – Margaret E, 83., of Finleyville died Tuesday March 10. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Nicholas – Oral Gardener, 89., of Monongahela died Monday February 23. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela.

Hetherington – James Woodward, 53., of Forward Township died Thursday February 5. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela.

Nones – Carme DiGiovanni, 89., of Tampa Florida, Formerly of Monongahela died Friday February 27. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

Spinnenweber – Elsie M, 77., of Saturday March 14. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Hutsko – John S, 77., of Bethel Park died Wednesday March 4. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Nusida – William, 95., of Monongahela died Friday February 13. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

Streets – Ada Gay, 81., of Rostraver Township died Saturday February 7. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela.

Kerfonta – George Edward, 85., of New Eagle died Tuesday February 17. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela.

O’Neill – Mearn I, 88., of Finleyville died Tuesday February 24. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Thomas – Grace, 81., of Boynton Beach Florida, Formerly of West Elizabeth died Thursday February 12. Arrangements under direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Leoni – Dolores Agnes, 73., of Somerset Township died Monday February 2. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela.

Popp – Robert G, SR, of New Eagle died Thursday January 22. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

Marr – Gerald W “Jerry”, 59., of Webster died Friday March 13. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

Prosser – Nellie, 101., of Monongahela died Thursday February 12. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela.

Raimondi – Edward, 78., of Jefferson Hills died Saturday March 7. Arrangements under direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. Russak – Felix, 92., of Finleyville died Saturday February 28. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. Salzer – Peggy, 66., of West Elizabeth died Wednesday February 25. Arrangements under direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. Spencer – Elda “Betty”, 79., of Finleyville died Monday March 9. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

Wenzel – George E, 72., of Monongahela died Wednesday February 18. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Weygandt – Margaret (Trumpie), 79., of New Eagle died Thursday January 22. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

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Going “Green” in Nottingham Township Township Leaps into Spring Season with Website, Recycling Effort and New Green Dump Truck By J.R. Brower

Ah! Spring has sprung! Spring connotes a newness, a rebirth, a new awareness of the colors around you in the form of the daffodils, forsythias, crocuses and the budding of leaves on the many trees of the beautiful hills and hollows of Nottingham Township. So on the eve of St. Patrick’s day, the Nottingham Township Board of Supervisors officially announced that their new website was up and running, and they are very excited about it. Visit their website at www.nottingham.com, and then click the history tab, and you’ll learn its historically rich beginnings as the home of the Whiskey Rebellion shortly after the township’s founding in 1781. It tells of Nottingham’s steady growth from 872 in 1950 to well over 2,600 today. Other website features include a Calendar, Staff, Emergency Services, Locate Us, Forms and Fees and Tax information. The electronic version of the Nottingham Township newsletter will be on-line. Links will include Washington County government services and information on Mingo County Park, Washington County Sewage Council,

Ringgold School District, elected officials, DEP recycling information and the UnionFinley Messenger. Residents will be able to easily access announcements, township boards and the Right to Know Law. The Sherwood Green backdrop with photographs of trees lets you discover the township’s own best-kept secret, Sherwood Park where families can enjoy spring, summer and fall picnics, recreation and a nature trail. The park has a beautiful ball field with a newly constructed concession stand. Volleyball and tennis courts are in the works as well and three trail bridges were recently completed according to Recreation Board Director David Rising, whose wife Marilyn serves as Corresponding Secretary. To rent park facilities this spring and summer, call Nottingham Township 724-348-5622. At the meeting, the Board of Supervisors praised the work of Township Secretary Emilee Gadd, who with the help of friends was able to build the website themselves at a cost of only $1,200. Monthly web-hosting will be provided 24/7 with customer service by a company in the Poconos area called

Network Solutions at a cost of $128.50. One of the hardest working Nottingham team members herself, Gadd explained how the township is able to accomplish its projects at costs that are very reasonable. “We are very fortunate in Nottingham to have such capable and dedicated public Celebrating the new Nottingham Website startup servants.” are (1st row) Nottingham Board of Supervisors In other township business: Pete Marcoline, Ray Barley, Doug King, (2nd row) Rising announced that the schedule is Planning Commission Secretary Francis Cavalier, set for the Recreation Board’s endeavor to Recreation Board Director Dave Rising, help out with the hazardous materials coland Township Secretary and aspiring web-site developer Emilie Gadd lection at the Washington County Fairgrounds. The drive will include several pickup point locations for the ecycling “Are we going to stick with a color or are event on July 18th. All types of items can be we going to float around with different colrecycled including old printers, computers, ors?” he asked referring to the five dump cell phones, keyboards, wires, cables, fax trucks owned by the township that are yelmachines, stereos, cameras, VCRs, printers, low. Ray Barley noted that Peters Township’s microwave ovens, projectors and even electrucks are yellow too, and South Strabane’s tronic musical instruments. The hazardous are white. David Rising said he thought that waste collection will be at the Washington the green would distinguish Nottingham County Fairgrounds on June 20th. from neighboring townships. The township decided to purchase a brand “So every truck will be lime green from new green, 10-ton Peterbilt dump truck. At now? Sounds good to me, concluded first Planning Secretary Francis Cavalier was Chairman Barley. skeptical.

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Finleyville Receives Restoration Grant Borough Building Restoration Already Underway By Paul Chasko

Mayor Kutsek had a surprise for the Borough Council at the March 4 regular meeting. The borough was awarded a grant of $90,500 for the restoration of the Finleyville Borough Building (the source of the grant was slots revenue.) The building which was once the First National Bank of Finleyville is believed to have been built in 1897. Council approved hiring an architect in October of 2008 to prepare drawings needed for the grant application. The up-front time and costs expended for the grant application were well spent. The grant application had been for $132,000 but the $90,500 plus matching funds of $25,000 will go a long way toward completion of the project. The grant funds will be received near the end of June but preliminary work is already underway through the use of the $25,000 matching funds from the borough’s general fund. The restoration will incorporate a larger borough meeting space and offices for the Secretary/Treasurer and the Police while maintaining the interior look of the old bank. The building will eventually hold a collection of old Finleyville memorabilia creating a Finleyville Museum. Collection of memorabilia has already begun and some items can be seen in the Finleyville Hardware Store. All Council Members, Mayor, Secretary/Treasurer and the Solicitor were present to discuss the following: • Minutes from the February meeting were approved without comment. The S/T report indicated a balance of $ 65,010 in the general fund. • Holiday lights have been taken down and stored. • A truck tore up the sidewalk making the turn from Washington Avenue onto Route 88. The driver (claiming he hadn’t realized he’d damaged the sidewalk) was apprehended by the police in Monongahela. • A faulty patch on a trench cut in the pavement on Marion Avenue by Verizon will be repaired by Verizon. • The Finleyville/Nottingham Multi-Municipality comprehensive plan is still undergoing review. • Representative Levdansky’s assistance will be solicited to add a pedestrian walkway to the bridge on route 88. • The abandoned vehicle ordinance was read and accepted. • An arrest warrant was issued for a resident on School Place for repeated violations of borough ordinances. • Mayor Kutsek and Council President Tim Kegel met with the DCED to discuss interactions on the borough building restoration project. • Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority will be placing two shelters at bus stops in Finleyville.

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Monongahela Council Sprints Through Short Agenda

New Eagle Makes Plans for New Centralized County Tax Office

By Ken Askew

The Monongahela City Council held their monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 11, 2009. During the Public Forum, there were no questions or comments from the public, but a reporter from a local newspaper asked for clarification of the meeting time. Apparently, the Regular Meeting time had not been advanced to 6:00 PM instead of the usual 7:00 PM, as advertised in his paper. However, there was a closed-door executive session proceeding the 7:00 PM meeting, in which Attorney Stone met with Council regarding the federal lawsuit concerning the former official Monongahela website. At the start of the regular Council meeting Attorney Stone announced that there is now a settlement discussion ongoing. Nevertheless, he reinforced his previous and continuing direction to Council that they are not to discuss the pending litigation in public. In other business: • Carole Foglia, City Clerk, read a statement that, in accordance with the new state Right-to-Know law, an audio tape of the monthly Council meeting will be available on the official Monongahela website within 24 hours of the meeting. Additionally, she read a new ordinance regarding a change to City regulations about dog kennels. • Council members took turns congratulating attendees on the efficiency of the streets department, the fiscal responsibility of Council in holding down City taxes, an award received for the Joint Municipal Comprehensive Plan, a thank-you from last month’s recipient of the Beautification Award, and the valued service of the police department. • Police Chief Brian Tempest was pleased to report that with $94K from the county gaming revenues, a police substation (including a holding cell for prisoners) is being established in the Finleyville municipal building. • The 20-minute meeting concluded with declaration of this month’s property beautification award winner: 1100 Lincoln Street.

New Eagle Borough’s monthly Council meeting was convened on March 3, 2009. It was announced that a new state law, effective in 2012, requires local wage tax collections (school district, municipality, and county) to be done collectively by one office in each county in Pennsylvania. Planning and organizational meetings will be scheduled until then. Linda Hall, Borough Secretary/Treasurer will represent New Eagle Borough at committee meetings, and members of Council will provide back-up in her absence. The following Motions were approved unanimously by Council, with little or no public discussion: • Authorize an advertisement for summer road materials • Purchase road salt for next winter under the state contract • Adopt the new Disposition of Records Schedule, as changed by the state of PA • Adopt the new County Emergency Operations Plan • Advertise an ordinance for the Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement with the City of Monongahela • Advertise an ordinance to adopt the Joint Planning Commission Council accepted the application of Charles Browning to serve on the yet-to-be-formulated Board of Appeals. Mr. Browning was the only applicant who responded to local notices. Since the Board of Appeals requires a 5-person membership, Council will contact other neighboring municipalities about the possibility of piggy-backing on their Board of Appeals, with Mr. Browning serving as the liaison. Council desires to demolish several buildings in the Borough, but there are no funds to do so; perhaps next year County funds will be available for this purpose. The Solicitor reported two actions: (1) a municipal lien has been filed against a scrap yard, and (2) a union has filed an unfair labor practice against the Borough.

South Park Supervisors’ Declare April as “Clean Up Month” By Andrea Earnest

In a short meeting on March 9, 2009, The South Park Board of Supervisors approved a number of actions on previous minutes, invoices, and bids. Among these itrms were: • An action to authorize the sale of a township vehicle, a 1996 Ford Explorer. • A resolution declaring the month of April as “The Great South Park Township CleanUp Month,” encouraging all residents, business owners, and property owners to participate in litter collection and beautification efforts. • An action on the preparation advertisement of an ordinance regulating the placement of gas and oil wells in certain zoning districts. • Several actions on seminar or training attendance for various Township employees. A public hearing will be announced about the ordinance regulating the placement of gas and oil wells. The Monthly Police Report included 581 service calls, 20 arrests, 110 traffic citations, 10 parking citations, 143 warnings, one reportable accident, 10 non-reportable accidents, 71 emergency calls, 9 fire calls, and 7 deer calls. The full minutes of the meeting are available in the South Park Township Office.

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It’s A

Fish Fry!

(information compiled by Heather Kelley-Latorre)

Stop by Any of these area locations to enjoy a local Fish Fry on Fridays During Lent. BETHEL PARK St. Valentine School and Parish 2710 Ohio Street, Frawley Hall 412-835-2780 • www.stvals.org St. Valentine School is hosting a Lenten Fish Fry every Friday, from 4-7:30 pm. The menu includes hand-dipped, beer-battered fried cod, baked cod, and butterfly shrimp dinners, which include roll, coffee, tea, a choice of vegetable or homemade coleslaw, and either baked potato, French fries, pierogies, homemade macaroni and cheese, or haluski. All of these items, as well as clam chowder and pizza by the slice, are also available a la carte. Drinks and desserts will also be available. For the younger crowd, mini mates meals are back and include a choice of pizza, mac-n-cheese or fish sandwich. Senior citizens 60 years or older receive a $1 discount on full eat-in dinners. Take-out service is available. CANONSBURG St. Patrick Parish 317 W. Pike Street • 724-745-6560 Fridays in Lent through March 3 from 11 am – 1 pm and 4-7 pm. Baked or fried fish sandwiches and dinners. Dessert included with dinner. Sides include haluski, coleslaw, mac-ncheese, or baked potato. Call ahead for takeout. CHARLEROI Mary Mother of the Church 624 Washington Avenue, Marion Hall 724-483-2455 Ash Wednesday only. 11 am – 6:30 pm. Baked or fried dinner for $7 includes French fries, green beans, coleslaw, and dessert. Call for takeout. CALFORNIA California Volunteer Fire Company 1000 Wood Street • 724-938-9283 Every Friday 11AM - 7PM throughout Lent

ELIZABETH Elizabeth Fire Department 1799 Blythedale Road 724-872-7114 • www.etfd1.com Fridays in Lent, 11:30 am – 6:30 pm. Handbreaded fish, shrimp, and chicken with macaroni-n-cheese, haluski, and hamburgers. Elizabeth United Methodist Church 317 South 2nd Avenue 412-384-7050 Fridays in Lent, Feb 27 through April 10. Lunch is 11 am – 1 pm; dinner, 4-7 pm. Dinners or sandwiches. Take-out available by calling 412-384-7050. St. Michael’s Church 101 McClay Drive, Social Hall 412-751-0663 Ash Wednesday and Fridays of Lent (excluding Good Friday), 4-7 pm. Fish (fried or baked), haluski, pierogies, macaroni and cheese, soup, cheese pizza, meatless pasta, French fries, shrimp, apple sauce, coleslaw, desserts, and beverages. ELRAMA Elrama Tavern 1520 Route 837 • 412-384-3630 Available during Ash Wednesday and all Fridays during Lent: breaded cod fish (baked or fried) sandwich, fish platter, fried shrimp platter, homemade haluski, pierogies, and Lenten soups. FINLEYVILLE St. Francis of Assisi 3609 Washington Avenue, Finley Hall 724-348-7145 Ash Wednesday only. 12-6:30 pm, fried or baked sandwiches and dinners with mac-ncheese and french fries.

JEFFERSON St. Thomas a’ Becket 139 Gill Hall Road, School Building 412-655-9966 Fridays during Lent from 3:30 pm until 7:00 pm, including Good Friday. The menu includes: fried fish dinner, baked fish dinner, fried shrimp dinner, French fries, haluski, homemade soup, various specials each week and homade desserts. Take-out orders can be made beginning at 3 pm and can be picked up in the rear of the school. Fish is fried in a blended shortening that contains no trans-fatty acids and has no cholestrerol. LIBRARY and SOUTH PARK St. Joan of Arc 6470 Library Road 412-854-3173 • www.mystjoan.org Ash Wednesday, all Fridays of Lent, first Friday of every month, 11 am – 7 pm. Fish (baked or fried), shrimp, crab cakes, clam chowder, cabbage and noodles,pierogies, macaroni and cheese, pizza, french fries, coleslaw, and homemade desserts. Calling ahead for take-out is highly recommended! Stations of the Cross, 7:30 pm on Fridays. Broughton Fire Department 1030 Cochrans Mill Road 412-655-4844 • www.broughtonvfd.org Annual Fish Fry is Good Friday, April 10. Fish sandwiches and dinners available. McMURRAY St . Benedict the Abbot 120 Abington Drive, O’Brien Hall 724-941-9406 www.stbenedictthe abbot.org Ben’s Men Annual Friday Fish Fry - Ben’s Men of St. Benedict the Abbot Church invites you to our annual Friday Fish Frys. The dates for the Fish Frys are Fridays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, and April 3 from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM in O’Brien

Hall. We will be serving our delicious fish dinners* (Adult $7.50 / Child $5.00), fish sandwiches ($5.50) and Fr. Sam’s Italian pizza ($6.00/pie or $1.00/slice), and Benny’s Clam Chowder soup ($2.50). For dinner, eat in or take out! Also available is a Friday Fish Fry Lunch, which includes a fried fish sandwich, coleslaw, and french fries for $6.50, Benny’s Clam Chowder soup for $2.50, and Fr. Sam’s Italian pizza for $6.00/pie or $1.00/slice. (two new items at lunchtime). Our lunch will be eat-in or takeout and will be served from 11:00am to 1:00pm. *Dinners are either fried or baked fish mac&cheese or french fries, coleslaw, and beverage. MONONGAHELA St. Paul’s Church 130 W. Main Street 724-258-7792 Ash Wednesday and all Friday’s in Lent. Fish dinners and fish sandwiches plus a variety of soups, sides, beverages, and homemade desserts. Eat-in or take-out. Begins Friday Feb 20 2009, Ash Wednesday and all Fridays in Lent 11-6:30 pm Fish Dinners fish sandwiches, shrimp dinners, soups, colesow ff, homemade desserte and beverages. Transfiguration Catholic Church 722 W. Main Street, School Hall 724-258-7742 Ash Wednesday only, 3-7 pm. Fish sandwiches and dinners available. VENETIA Hackett Slovenian Club 1118 Brawdy Street 724-348-5503 Starting February 27 and continuing every Friday through Lent from 5-8 pm. Fish sandwich or dinner. Side dishes will vary.

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7jh^cZhh BZgX]Vci CZlh Aesthetic Dental â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Giving Finleyville a Smile

Rockwellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Red Lion Restaurant

By Heather Kelley-Latorre

An unknown author once said â&#x20AC;&#x153;if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a smile, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll give you one of mine.â&#x20AC;? That is exactly what Dr. Mark Rabatin and his associates, Dr. Lauren The modern dental operatory has Buzzatto, Dr. Jonathan Krizner, and Dr. plenty of natural light. Kimberley Zaremba are doing at Aesthetic Dental in Finleyville. Located at 6108 Brownsville Road Extension in the Martik Plaza in Finleyville, Aesthetic Dentalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new location not only has windows, but rather sizable ones. Patients are thrilled with the new â&#x20AC;&#x153;open atmosphereâ&#x20AC;? and the convenient parking. The doctors love it as well. A favorite spot is the corner operatory that provides plenty of natural light from the windows that line two of the walls. But what is a brand new facility fit for modern dentistry without experience? Moreover, Aesthetic Dental has almost 80 years of combined experiDr. Rabatin recently moved his practice, Aesthetic ence. Dental, to a new Finleyville Dr. Rabatin has been giving Finleyville location in Martik Plaza. a smile since 1991 when he took hold of the opportunity to start his own practice. This friendly family practice will give you a genuine smile when you walk through the door, as well as making sure that your smile is healthy and pleasing in appearance. From minor cavity fillings to â&#x20AC;&#x153;something to chew onâ&#x20AC;? with their full line of dental treatments: restoration, root canal, crowns, periodontal surgery, invisalign (clear braces), veneers and tooth lightening. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dedicated to your familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oral health,â&#x20AC;? their patients range from age 3 to 100! For an appointment call: (724) 348-4777. You might not see their smiles behind the medical mask, but rest assured itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s there. They will â&#x20AC;&#x153;give you a smileâ&#x20AC;? in every sense of the phrase!

Lynn McHolme graciously welcomes patrons to Rockwell's Red Lion Restaurant.

Town: Elizabeth, PA Owners: Orrie Rockwell, Sr. and Children Orrie Rockwell, Jr., Dawn Kuzma, and Lynn McHolme Years in Business: Opened as a Family Restaurant in1980. Upscale Fine Cuisine since 1998. Address: Second & Plum Streets, Elizabeth, PA 15037 Phone: 412-384-3909 Hours: Sunday 9am-2pm. MondayThursday 11am-9pm. Friday 11am-10pm. Saturday 9am-10pm Products & Services: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner entrees. Fine cuisine and reasonable priced lunch menu served all day and evenings. Open to the public special dinner events. Banquet, shower, and gathering facilities for up to 75 people.

Business Spotlight By Alice Harris

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Regional Cancer Center Receives Donation from Rusty Star Saloon The Rusty Star Saloon in Belle Vernon recently presented a donation of $2,050 to The Charles L. and Rose Sweeny Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center. The donation will be used by the Cancer Center for its charitable programs that benefit patients and services at the Monongahela Valley Hospital Cancer Center. The Rusty Star Saloon held a Bachelor and Silent Auction for Valentine’s Day on Friday, February 13 to generate the donation. “It was a great event,” said Rusty Star Owner Rondell Curcio. “We had hockey tickets, Steeler memorabilia and a number of restaurant packages for the silent auction. My husband lost his brother to cancer and throughout that process we received great care from the hospital. This was our way to give something back,” she said. As part of its efforts to respond to the needs of cancer patients in the mid-Monongahela valley region, Monongahela Valley Hospital opened its Regional Cancer Center on July 1, 1985. This facility, which provides radiation and chemotherapy treatments, was constructed, in part, through the generosity of two dedicated benefactors of the hospital, Mrs. Rose Sweeney Melenyzer and her late husband, Charles L. Melenyzer. The Sweeney-Melenyzer Regional Cancer Center was the first such facility to offer radiation and chemotherapy treatments in the tri-county area of Washington, Fayette and Greene counties and just launched a Comprehensive Breast Cancer Care program through a grant from the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation.

Pictured (left to right) Daniel F. Simmons, Senior Vice President and Treasurer, Monongahela Valley Hospital, Teresa Maglet, Rusty Star Owner Rondell Curcio and David Sethman.

MVH Sets Dimensions in Performance Awards Recipients for Annual Gala Recognition of five individuals with Dimensions In Performance awards will highlight Monongahela Valley Hospital’s twenty-first annual Gala. The event, sponsored by the Mon-Vale Health Resources Fund Development Committee, will be held Saturday, May 16 at the Westin Convention Center and Hotel in Pittsburgh. MVH Club 21 will be the theme, and the event will feature entertainment by Pure Gold. THE 2009 RECIPIENTS OF THE DIMENSIONS IN PERFORMANCE HONORS ARE: Rose Award for Dimensions In Philanthropy – Dr. Charles J. Tucker, D.D.S. and his wife, Mrs. Jeanne Tucker. Dr. Tucker, who died January 5, 2006, will be honored posthumously. The Tuckers will be recognized for their many years of benevolence to the health system in such programs

as Pathways Promoting Progress In Health, the annual Gala and expansion of the hospital’s Emergency Department and the Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center. Pallone Award for Dimensions In Board Leadership – Michal Lementowski, M.D., a member of the health system’s boards for nearly 12 years. He was elected to the Board of Directors of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc., parent company of MVH, in 1997 and to the hospital’s Board of Trustees in 2000. A physician for 40 years and a member of the MVH Medical Staff since 1981, Dr. Lementowski served as president of the Medical Staff from 1996 to 2000. Sickman-Levin Award for Dimensions In Medicine – Chito M. Crudo, M.D., a physician since 1971 and a member of the MVH Medical Staff for 30 years. Dr. Crudo is a gastrointestinal and general surgeon

with a private practice in Belle Vernon. In addition to his active involvement with the MVH Medical Staff, he also is serving as president of the Philippine American Medical Society of Western Pennsylvania, and he and his wife, Josephine (Josie), a registered nurse, have participated in numerous medical and surgical missions to the Philippines. The Gibbons Award for Dimensions In Service for the Health, Social and Civic Well-Being of Area Residents – Mrs. Susan Braunegg of Charleroi. Mrs. Braunegg has been an active volunteer with numerous community causes for many years. She is a Life Member of the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. with more than 38 years of service. In addition, she is president of the Charleroi Food Pantry and has been involved with the Meals on Wheels program at Mary, Mother of the Church in Charleroi, the Charleroi Ministerium’s

annual Thanksgiving Day dinner for the needy, Lifeline of Southwestern Pennsylvania and St. Vincent de Paul Society. Dimensions In Performance awards were created in 1988 to recognize outstanding achievements to Monongahela Valley Hospital and the health system at large. They symbolize the multi-dimensional talents of special friends, benefactors and members of Team MVH who have distinguished themselves in the areas of philanthropy, board leadership, medicine, and civic well-being. Gala 21, which is open to the public, will begin with a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception at 6 p.m. Dinner at 7 p.m. in the Allegheny Ballroom of the Westin will be followed by dancing to the music of Pure Gold. Tickets are $150 per person and tables of 10 are available. For more information, contact Kimberly Quinn at 724258-1097.

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Agency Orange

Big Town Business with a Small Town Owner Equals High End Design and Affordability By Samantha Milton

Bethel Park resident, Shawn O’Mara has built a name for himself within the city of Pittsburgh. Even so, he continues to return back to his small town roots with his eye for design and unique belief in high end quality at an affordable price. O’Mara is the owner of ocreations, a design firm based in the Southside on Carson Street. According to O’Mara the design firm and its success were really unexpected. “I never could have imagined this type of success two years ago,” O’Mara said. The old saying that “art imitates reality” would seem to apply at ocreations where the reality of O’Mara’s big stature Bethel Park resident Shawn O’Mara provides (he stands at 6’ 4” tall) could easily be affordable marketing and design for local intimidating for most, yet his approachbusinesses from his ocreations “orangeability and likeability as a small town colored” offices located in the south side. guy prevails. Likewise – his company provides big-time, powerful creative one might expect to see on Madison Avenue. But the service and focus at ocreations is for the little guy and small businesses at an affordable price. In addition to his work at ocreations, O’Mara also teaches at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Luckily for him, his very own students leave him with a never ending supply of designers available for hire. This makes for less stress on O’Mara when hiring because he knows his students and their work and is certain that they will strive at ocreations. Currently, O’Mara’s team consists of four graduates of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Andrea Brichacek, Jesse Mader, Jared Dieffenbach, and Clemente Miller. “My talented group of designers is what really took our firm to the next level,” says O’Mara. “We wouldn’t be here without them.” The atmosphere at ocreations is low key, laid back and fun…. yes fun! It has been long said that ‘all work and no play gets you nowhere’ and is well, boring. There’s nothing boring about ocreations that’s for sure. From the moment you walk in the doors greeted by walls covered in orange, orange and more orange, you know this isn’t just another design studio. “We are a high end design firm, but within your budget. You can afford us,” said O’Mara. That fact is rare nowadays, yet stands true with ocreations. Steel Shield Technologies,

Panza Receives BSA Good Citizen Award Herman J. Bigi presents the 2008 Good Citizen Award to MVH President and CEO Louis J. Panza Jr. Panza is this year’s recipient of the Good Citizen Award for efforts in support of the Boy Scouts of America, presented by the Mon Valley District Friends of Scouting at their annual breakfast. The event was held March 2 at the MVH Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center. Previous Good Citizen Award recipients include Cal U President Dr. Angelo Armenti, Judy Kovalchik, Washington County Commissioner Larry Maggi, Herman J. Bigi, Dolores Harper and Attorney Charles Keller. Mr. Panza, a former Scout himself, son of a Scoutmaster and father of an Eagle Scout, said “The best part of an award like this is receiving it with your friends.”

The ocreations team is eager to work with your business. Pictured (L to R) Andrea Brichacek, Jesse Mader, Shawn O’Mara, Jared Dieffenbach, Clemente Miller.

Giant Eagle, Eyetique at South Hills Village, Cain’s Saloon in Mt. Lebanon, L.S. Altman, Anne Gregory Bridal, and Hot Shots bar and restaurant in South Park, are just some of the local businesses that have tapped into the ocreations talent. ocreations isn’t just another design studio; it is a place of big city style at a small town price. As O’Mara said, “We’re not like everyone else. Think Different. Think Orange. ” For more information, visit the ocreations website at www.ocreations.com.

Lilliput Play Homes Reopens in Peters Township Lilliput Play Homes announces the grand reopening of its Peters Township Store located in Waterdam Center. The completely remodeled store brings an exciting cafe-style play center concept to the South Hills. Parents can bring their children to play in a fun-filled playhouse village while they enjoy complimentary coffee and free internet connection in the adjoining seating area fashioned after today’s upscale coffee houses. Children ages 2-8 can play make believe in a magical “Disney-like” village that includes a gas station, post office, styling salon, general store, firehouse, ice cream parlor and doctor’s office. A turn-of-the-century trolley where kids can steer, slide and “toot the whistle”, highlights the center of the village. The play center is open Monday through Fridays 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The play center will also host birthday parties in the Village. Lilliput will provide a unique party experience for friends and families of the birthday child. Pizza, cake, and a personal party expert will handle all the details of this special day.

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Experience the “Journey To Jerusalem” Make your Easter one to remember this year. Make reservations to become a part of “The Journey to Jerusalem” with the Saint Francis of Assisi players as they take you into “Jerusalem” Lou and Berta Merolli take part and tell you their stories of the in the “Journey to Jerusalem” at life and crucifixion of Jesus St. Francis of Assisi Christ. Experience the events of Passion Week as seen through the eyes of the apostles and women disciples. Palm Sunday, April 5, 2009 St. Francis of Assisi – Finley Hall 3608 Washington Avenue, Finleyville, PA Tours begin at 2:00 pm and continue every 20 minutes until 5:00 pm. There is no charge for this program and it’s appropriate for any age so bring your friends and family. For reservations call the St. Francis Rectory 724-348-7145

Open Invitation to Worship Holy Week and Easter Resurrection Grace Lutheran Church, located at 6810 Hilldale Drive in South Park Township invites all to join us for worship on Maundy Thursday, April 9 at 7:00 pm and Good Friday, April 10 Service of Tenebrae-7:00 pm. Easter Resurrection Services: • 6:30 am -Holy Communion • 10:45 am - Holy Communion

Worldly Choir to Perform Sacred Music in Bethel Park The Association Free Lutheran Bible School will present a concert of sacred music at Ruthfred Lutheran Church, located on South Park Road at Patterson in Bethel Park, on Tuesday, April 14 At 7:30 P.M. The forty-eight member mixed choir from Minneapolis, Minnesota tours annually, and has traveled across the United States, as well as to Canada, the Mexican border, three times to Norway, and twice to Central Europe. The Concert Choir is one of ten performing groups represented at the school and one of two touring choirs. Mr. Andrew Hanson is the new Music Director and the Conductor of the Choirs and Instrumental Ensembles at AFLBS. The Association Free Lutheran Bible School is a two-year, college equivalent Bible School where credits transfer to many other four-year Christian colleges. The school began in 1966 with thirteen students and has now reached an enrollment of 130. The courses are designed to prepare students to live committed Christian lives in whatever vocation they choose and to actively participate in their local congregation. The campus is located on the beautiful shores of Medicine Lake, in a northwest suburb of Minneapolis along with the Ministry Training Institute and the Free Lutheran Theological Seminary. The repertoire of the choir is eclectic in style, primarily a cappella and includes sacred classics, hymn arrangements and energetic spirituals. AFLBS Dean, Pastor Joel Rolf will give a greeting at each concert. The entire family is welcome!

Crossroads Ministries Presents Easter Musical “East to West” Why are churches so excited about Easter? Come along with us and find out why Easter is so important. On Thursday and Good Friday, (April 9 and 10) at 7:30 p.m. Crossroads Ministries Worship Choir will present the Easter Musical entitled “East to West.” This magnificent The Crossroads Ministries Worship Choir musical will take you to the Cross, to the empty tomb, and beyond! Crossroads Ministries, known for their Christmas Dinner Theaters, has been working for weeks to bring together these great evenings of Easter Celebration, and "East to West" promises to deliver a moving worship experience! "East to West" is the extraordinary new worship project from nationally-known worship leader and multiple Dove award-winning arranger Gary Rhodes. Combining the best offerings from such renowned songwriters as Third Day's Mac Powell, Chris Tomlin, Tommy Walker, Reuben Morgan, Darlene Zschech, Tim Hughes, Bernie Herms, Vikki Cook, and Steve Fee, this live worship celebration takes the music of notable artists and makes for an evening of celebration of the Easter Season. Make plans to come and celebrate Easter at Crossroads Ministries. Free musical tickets are available by calling the church office at 724-348-1620. In addition to this great musical celebration, Easter weekend worship services will be held on Saturday at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. Visit the church’s website at www.crossroadsministries.com for more information. Crossroads is located 1 1/2 miles south of Trax Farm overlooking Route 88 in Finleyville.

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Area Church News St. Louise DeMarillac Flea Market The DeMarillac Guild of St. Louise DeMarillac Church is holding a flea market "Timeless Treasures" from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, April 17 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18 in the Le Gras Parish Center (lower level), 320 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair. Items will include jewelry, decorative items, knick knacks, kitchen items, tools, lamps, linens, current books and video items, gently used children's clothing to 4T and much more.

tation and discussion. The Adult Lecture Series will feature guest speaker, David Shribman , executive director and vice president of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette , at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday evening, April 19. Mr. Shribman will discuss Today's New and Tomorrows. The lecture is free to the public. New members are welcome to become part of Beth Israel Center Synagogue. Interested people should contact Rabbi Amy Greenbaum at 412-655-2144 and check the website at bethisraelpgh.org. We are looking forward to June 26 to June 28 when the members will gather to celebrate the synagogue's 50th anniversary.

April Events at the First Presbyterian Church of Finleyville

Easter Services at Windover Hills U.M. Church

• On April 5, Palm Sunday, an Easter Party will be held from 11:45 a.m. -1:00 p.m. for the community children and youth. Come enjoy the church service at 10:30 a.m. and afterwards will be the Easter Party with crafts, snacks and a whole lot of fun! • Easter Sunday, April 12, the Sunrise Service will be held at 8:00 a.m. and the Traditional Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. There will be a breakfast following the 8:00 a.m. Sunrise Service. Please join us for He has Risen Indeed. For more information about the church and upcoming events, please see the website at www.firstpresbyterian.us or call the church office at 724-348-5689.

April Events at Beth Israel Center Synagogue Beth Israel Center Synagogue, 118 Gill Road, is located on the border of Pleasant Hills and Jefferson Hills. This is a busy month for the adults and children of our conservative congregation. The holiday of Passover will be celebrated, a few days early, by the Religious School students on Sunday morning, April 5. A traditional Passover Seder, will take place, under the direction of Dr. Perry Haalman with special holiday food prepared and served, and customs, ceremonies and songs reviewed. Members will enjoy the first Passover Seder with friends and family on Wednesday evening, April 18, and the second seder the following evening. Sabbath services will be held every Friday night at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday morning, April 12 at 9:30 a.m. the Men's Club will have its monthly meeting and social get together. On Sunday morning, April 26 at 10 a.m., Rabbi Amy Greenbaum, will lead a Bible Study class with an interactive presen-

Windover Hills United Methodist Church invites everyone to join in the celebration of Easter at one of our two services. The contemporary service starts at 8:30 a.m. followed by a time of fellowship and Sunday school classes. Our second service is a traditional service that begins at 11:00 a.m. for those coming out of classes and for those with busy mornings We hope that you will join us and see all that Windover Hills has to offer. If you are interested in any of the other activities taking place this time of year, please call the church at 412- 653-6899.

Upcoming Events at St Peter's Episcopal Church in Brentwood • Lenten Luncheons, on Wednesdays, at noon, through Lent (April 8). The cost is $4.00, and proceeds will benefit Brentwood Food Pantry. • Join us Maundy Thursday, April 9, at 7 p.m. for Holy Communion and Good Friday, April 10, at 12 noon and 7 p.m. for Holy Communion • You are also invited to walk the Stations of the Cross with us on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. • St Peter's Youth Group, open to all junior/senior high teens will hold a Movie Night on Saturday, April 11, beginning at 6 p.m. and a Panapocalypticon on Sunday, April 26 from 6:30-8 p.m. • Babysitting services on April 17 and May 15 from 6 p.m. 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. The church is located at 4048 Brownsville Road, overlooking Brentwood Towne Center, near Rt 51. Call 412-884-5225 to make a reservation or with any questions.

Pittsburgh Steeler and current broadcaster Tunch Ilkin will be our guest speaker. • Easter Cantata “Like a Lamb” with narration – Sunday, April 19 during the 11 a.m. service

Divine Mercy Service at Nativity Church in South Park

Upcoming Events at First Baptist Church of Monongahela

Nativity Church of South Park, located on Brownsville Road will hold a Divine Mercy Service on Sunday, April 19. Holy hour at 3 p.m. Service includes: Exposition of Blessed Sacrament, scripture reading, Homily, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, prayer, blessing with Relic of St. Faustina, Benediction. Everyone is welcome.

Wednesday, April 1, 6:00 p.m. - Table Talk (Dinner followed by a devotional and prayer) Sunday, April 5, 11:00 a.m. - Emergency Responders Recognition Sunday. Rescue workers will be honored during the morning worship time. Youth will prepare and serve a spaghetti dinner after the service. Wednesday, April 8, 7:00 p.m. - FBC Preschool Easter Program - open to public Thursday, April 9, 7:00 p.m. - Maundy Thursday Service and Communion Week of April 12 - Cottage Prayer Meetings at various homes Saturday, April 18 - Women's Conference at Chagrin Falls, Ohio Thursday, April 23, 12:00 noon - FMAO (For Mature Audiences Only) Senior's Lunch and Fellowship Sunday, April 24, 6:30 p.m. - Men's Ministry Meeting (All Men Welcome) Sunday, April 26, 2 – 4 p.m. - Children's Game Day Sunday, May 3, 11:00 a.m. - Teacher Appreciation Sunday. All teachers are invited to attend and be recognized. For more information, call the church office at 724-258-7750.

Easter Bake Sale at Jefferson United An Easter Bake Sale will be held Saturday, April 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church, 310 Gill Hall Rd., Jefferson Hills. Cookies, Cakes, Pies, Candy, Easter Rolls (Apricot and Nut $8 each; Poppyseed $8.50 each)

Upcoming Events at Peters Creek Presbyterian The upcoming schedule of events for Peters Creek Presbyterian Church, 250 Brookwood Rd., Venetia is as follows: • Lenten Soup and Sandwich Lunches – Wednesdays through Lent, 12 p.m. Join us for a short devotional and communion every Wednesday from 12-12:30 followed by Soup and Sandwiches. • Maundy Thursday Service - April 9 7pm • Good Friday Service – April 10 at 7 p.m. • Easter Weekend Services: Saturday, 6 p.m. – Contemporary Worship Sunday, 8:30 a.m. – Traditional Worship Sunday, 11 a.m. – Blended Worship • Easter Eggstravaganza – April 12 9:45 a.m. Come join the Easter fun and learn the true meaning of Easter. Children one year up to grade five can participate in games, crafts, the telling of the Easter story, and of course The Egg Hunt. This family event will be hosted on Sunday, April 12 at 9:45 a.m. in the Christian Education Building at Peters Creek Presbyterian Church in Venetia. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the church at 724-9416210 by April 5. Men’s Ministry Breakfast – All area men are invited to our monthly men’s breakfast on April 18 from 9 am – 10 am. Former

Upcoming Events at Edwards Chapel United Methodist Church April 5 - Palm Sunday - Sunday School, 10:00 a.m., The Miracle of Passover April 9 - Maundy Thursday Services, 7:00 p.m., A Seder Meal April 12 - Easter Sunday 7:00 a.m. Sunrise Service 8:00 a.m. Breakfast 10:00 a.m. Sunday School, Special Easter discussion 11:00 a.m. Easter Sunday Service Everyone is welcome to come and join us for these special services and always for our regular Sunday services at 11:00 a.m. April 25 - Chicken n Biscuit Dinner Cost: A donation All proceeds will be given to the group from our church going on the Appalachia Service Project. They will be helping families repair and rebuild their homes!

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Area Church News Upcoming Events at St. Anthony Church in Monongahela St. Anthony Church, located at 225 Park Ave in Monongahela announces their upcoming Easter service schedule. Call 724-258-9710 for additional information. Youth from St. Anthony's Parish in Monongahela reinact the Sacrament of Reconciliation Outdoor Stations of the Cross in the parish 'Calvary Way' Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and prayer garden. The Outdoor Stations of the Cross will take Every Saturday at 10:00 a.m. place on Good Friday, April 10th at 5:30 p.m. Communal Penance Service St. Anthony Church – April 7th 12:00 Noon Passion Service at 7:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Novena begins Good Friday Fish Fry –Friday April 3rd, 3:00 – 7:00 3:00 p.m. p.m. in Father Abbate Hall The Image of Jesus in The Divine Mercy Bible Reflections - Every Thursday after will be venerated at that time and Every day 8:30 a.m. Mass (except if funeral) Stations of the Cross - 6:30 p.m. every at 3:00 p.m. until April 19th Divine Mercy Sunday (Little Easter) Friday during Lent. Also every Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Live Outdoor Stations of the at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel. 11:30 a.m. on Good Friday in the Church and 5:30 p.m. Cross and Burial of Jesus in the Upper Live Outdoors in Calvary Way Prayer Prayer Garden 6:30 p.m. Tenebrae (Burial of Jesus) Garden Office closed at noon Living Stations of the Cross - Saturday Holy Saturday – April 11th April 4th at 6:30 p.m. in the Church. 12:00 Noon – Blessing of Baskets Sunday April 5th at 6:30pm in the Church. 8:00 p.m. Easter Cantata Holy Week Easter Vigil Mass follows Palm Sunday – April 5th Office closed 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. - Regular Mass Easter Sunday – April 12th Schedule 9:00 a.m. Easter Sunrise Service in the 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Lenten Retreat Upper Prayer Garden with Prayers and 5:30 p.m. Coverd Dish Dinner Procession 6:30 p.m. Living Stations in the Church 10:30 a.m. Mass Holy Monday – April 6th Divine Mercy Sunday – April 19th 8:30 a.m. Mass 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. - Regular Mass ARCM – 5:30 p.m. Rosary and 6:00 p.m. Mass in Chapel followed by covered dish schedule 3:00 p.m. - Devotions meeting in Fr. Abbate Hall 1st Holy Communion – April 26th – Holy Tuesday – April 7th 10:30 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. – Mass in the Chapel Confirmation – Saturday – May 2nd – 7:00 p.m. - Communal Penance at St. 5:00 p.m. Mass Anthony’s 6:00 p.m. - St. Padre Pio Prayer Group Meeting and Movie Night showing; ‘Jesus of Upcoming Services at Our Nazareth’ Redeemer Lutheran Church Vigil – Devotion to the Lady of Sorrows in Peters Township Holy Wednesday – April 8th 10:00 a.m. – Mass in the Chapel “Joyful Noise” - Does a member of your 6:00 p.m. - Seder Meal – Father Abbate Hall $12.00/per person w/RSVP to Rectory family have autism? Is it sometimes difficult to take them to a worship service? if so, 724-258-9710 please join us at our Redeemer Lutheran Holy Thursday – April 9th 6:30 p.m. Mass - Adoration until 12:00 Church, 105 Gateshead Dr. in Peters Township on Easter Sunday, April 12 at 2 Midnight Following Mass will be the “7 Church p.m. for a special service of music and movement, prayer and praise, sharing God’s Pilgrimage” w/RSVP to Tish Cardis Word and Holy Communion. “Joyful Office closed at 2:00 p.m. Noise” is designed for people with autism Good Friday – April 10th and their families, of all ages and back8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer (No Mass) 11:30 a.m. Stations of the Cross in the grounds. For directions or additional information, call the church office at 724-941Church

7467 or visit our website at www.ourredeemer-peters.org. Holy Week Services at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church are as follows: Palm Sunday Services – 9:15 and 10:45 a.m. Maundy Thursday – Seder Meal begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by worship. Must sign up in advance to participate in the Seder Meal by contacting the church office. Good Friday – 10 a.m. Children’s Service; 12 Noon Community Service sponsored by The Peters Township Ministerium; 7:30 p.m. Tenebrae Service Easter Sunday – 8:15 and 10:45 a.m. Easter breakfast will be served between services. Sign up for the breakfast For more information or to sign up for Maundy Thursday Seder Meal or Easter Breakfast, call 724-941-7467 or e-mail orlc@comcast.net.

Wednesday, April 8 and Thursday, April 9 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. and Good Friday, April 10 from 7:00-9:30 p.m. Over 200 actors will be portrayed in the scenes. Admission is free. Event would only be cancelled due to heavy rain but will be held in the case of light rain showers. • Palm Sunday services will be held at 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Evening worship will be held at 7:00 p.m. with a communion service. • Easter Sunday services will be celebrated at 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and at 11:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast will be served all morning. For more information, call the church office at 412-833-6111 or visit www.peterscreekbaptist.com.

Events at Thomas Presbyterian Church

There will be a Pancake & Sausage Breakfast on Saturday, April 4 from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Wright’s United Methodist Church, 788 Venetia Rd. Donation: Adults $6: Children (3-6) - $3. For more information, call 724-348-5718.

• Sunday Worship Schedule: 8:45 a.m. Traditional Service & 11:00 a.m. Blended Worship. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. • Want to learn how to knit? Donations are needed for baby blankets for infants being baptized at Thomas Church. 4 skeins of yarn per blanket. In addition yarn is needed for Chemo-hats for cancer patients and throws for the elderly. Support this effort with your donations of yarn and if you want to join the “Knit Wits”. Next meeting March 26 at 7:00p.m. Rm. 8. Call the Church Office at 724-941-8910 for more information. • Thomas Christian Preschool starting September 2009 • Classes for 3 year olds - Monday and Thursdays 9:00—11:15 a.m. • Classes for 4 year olds - Monday, Wednesday and Thursday — 9-11:30 or 12:30-3:00. Call the Church Office at 724-941-8910 for more information.

Holy Week Services at Peters Creek Baptist Church Peters Creek Baptist Church, 6300 Library Road, South Park will offer the following Holy Week services: Peters Creek Baptist Church in South Park will present "The Way of the Cross", a walk-though depiction of seven scenes of Jesus' Journey to the Cross. Step into first century Jerusalem and walk the streets from the Garden Of Gethsemane to the Garden Tomb. Event will be held outdoors on

Pancake Breakfast at Wright’s UM

Holy Week Events at Jefferson United Presbyterian Church Holy Week Schedule for Jefferson United Presbyterian Church, 716 Gill Hall Rd in Jefferson Hills. • Sunday, April 5 - Passion Palm Sunday 11:00 a.m. • Thursday, April 9 - Maundy Thursday. Communion 7:30 p.m. • Friday, April 10 - Good Friday service at Jefferson Med. Church 7:30 p.m. • Sunday, April 12 - Easter Sunday Service - Sunrise 7:00 a.m.; Regular Worship 11:00 a.m.

Easter Sunday Service at Woodruff Memorial Park An Easter Sunday Sunrise Service will be held at Woodruff Memorial park, 2095 Washington Road, Canonsburg beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 12. All are welcome to attend. The Reverend C. J. Haury of The First United Presbyterian Church of Houston will officiate. The event is coordinated through the Canonsburg-Houston Ministerial Association. For more information or directions contact Woodruff Memorial Park at (724-7457008) or visit the website at www.woodruffmemorialpark.com.

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Bev Sporio Town: Jefferson Hills Family: Husband Bob, Daughter Leah, Son Michael, Mother Marlyn Jenkin,s & Mother-in-Law, Madeline Sporio. Education: Elizabeth Forward High School and Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Resident Spotlight

Occupation: Sales Associate, Jefferson Hills Real Estate, Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills Hobbies & Interests: Family, Golf, Cooking, and Fishing

By Alice Harris

Happy Birthday Anthony "Tealo" Latorre!

Judith L. Fisher Seeks Fifth Term as Washington County Democrat Jury Commissioner Judith L. Fisher of South Strabane Township, Washington, has announced her intention to seek a fifth term as Washington County Democrat Jury Commissioner. In her almost sixteen years as Jury Commissioner, Fisher has earned an excellent Judith L. Fisher reputation for her fairness and impartiality. During her tenure she has lived up to her pledge to implement new procedures, bringing the office into compliance with state regulations and has been recognized for her ongoing commitment to provide non-political, efficient and professional services in the Jury Commissioner's office. "In the past years, I have been blessed to meet so many wonderful people who are willing to give up their time to perform the valuable service of juror and also all the people who had the faith in me to elect me as Jury Commissioner, said Fisher”. “I have the education, experience and qualifications that people expect of an elected official. I have constantly demonstrated my commitment to Washington County with my expertise and ability to serve the citizens of Washington County." Judith is a graduate of California High School and an Honor Student at California University of Pennsylvania. During her term as Washington County Jury Commissioner, Judith was elected as President of the State Jury Commissioners Association. Judith and her husband Bob, who is retired from Gateway Coal Company and Jessop Steel, are the parents of two children and have four grandchildren

Wedding Announcement

Longtime Library-South Park resident Anthony “Tealo” Latorre will celebrate his 82nd Birthday with a big party at the Finleyville Community Center on Sunday, April 19. Friends are invited to stop down between 2:00 - 4:00 pm to wish Tealo happy birthday!

Magisterial District Judge Mark Wilson married Staff Sergeant Jeffrey Anderson and Mrs. Tami Anderson on February 27, 2009. Shown with the Anderson’s and Judge Wilson is Mrs. Karen Wilson. The Anderson's are now stationed in North Carolina.

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Ringgold Lil’ Rams Wrestlers Travel to Erie

South Park Boys Varsity Volleyball Season Begins Eleven members of the Ringgold Lil’ Rams youth wrestling team traveled to Erie to compete in the Harbour Creek Lil’ Huskies tournament. The Lil’ Rams competed successfully, winning seven trophies, including two 1st place trophies. Pictured above top to bottom (l-r) George Martin, Allen Prichard, Devin Fallenstein, Ken Tarpley, Josh Gudenburr, Gage Downer, Doug Gudenburr, Grant Gerard, Jake Gerard, John Mountian. (NOT PICTURED DUSTIN FRANKS.)

Super Steelers to Play Hoops At Ringgold Get your tickets for the big game before they’re sold out! On Wednesday, April 29, the Ringgold faculty and alumni will play the 2009 Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers in a fundraising basketball game. Game time in the Ringgold High School Gym is set for 8:00 pm. Steelers players will be available at half-time to sign autographs. Tickets for the event are set at $7 and may be purchased at the High School Athletic Office, Donora Elementary Center, Gastonville Elementary Center, Carroll Middle School and Finley Middle School. Tickets may also be purchased at Hill’s Restaurant located on Main Street in New Eagle. While supplies last, tickets may be purchased at the door on the evening of the event.

Introducing the 2009 South Park Boys Varsity Volleyball Team: JUNIORS: Eric Kirsch, Kurt Koeppl, Bryan Lupp, Ryan Palaschak, Colin Scott, and Alec Valenta. Sophmores: Chris Bursick, Andrew Lawniczak, and Stephen Pugh. FRESHMEN: Nick Bursick, Phil Miller, and Johnny Sopczynski. The South Park boys volleyball boosters invites you to come out to watch and support this exciting young team in their march towards the W.P.I.A.L. playoffs. Check out the schedule below! We hope to see some new faces at the games and hope you enjoy this exciting sport. Go Eagles !!

South Park Senior High School Boys Varsity Volleyball 2008 - 2009 Day Thu Tue Thu Tue Wed Sat Tue Thu Sat Tue Thu Sat Tue

Date 03/26 04/07 04/09 04/14 04/15 04/18 04/21 04/23 04/25 04/28 04/30 05/02 05/05

Place Away Home Away Home Home Away Away Home Away Away Home Away Away

Opponent / Facility Belle Vernon HS Keystone Oaks HS - HSGYM Thomas Jefferson HS Trinity HS – HS Gym Mt Lebanon HS – HS Gym Seneca Valley Tournament Seton LaSalle HS Belle Vernon HS – HS Gym OLSH Tournament Keystone Oaks HS Thomas Jefferson HS – HS Gym Peters Twp HS Trinity HS

Time 6:00 pm. 6:00 pm. 6:00 pm. 6:00 pm. 6:00 pm. 8:30 a.m. 6:00 pm. 6:00 pm. 9:00 a.m. 6:00 pm. 6:00 pm. TBA 6:00 pm.

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Local Boxing Update By Steve “Skeets” Levandosky GOLDEN GLOVES 2009 ROYAL PLACE, FEBRUARY 28 101 lbs. Brookline's Matt Conway "S.P.B.C." vs. Tyree Mitchel "Boyce-W.P.A.L. Conway held slight advantage through the first two rounds until Matt Conway picked up the pace in the third round and threw more and landed more punches to win the decision. 152lbs. Sub Novice Travis Dougherty, Upper St.Clair "S.P.B.C." vs. Dan Bethea "Steel Valley Boxing,Homestead" Travis Dougherty was too much for the Homestead boy as he pounded him all over the ring with good crisp combos that dazed Bethea who got disqualified for hitting after the break three times warned. Travis Dougherty wins by way of "R.S.C. 2nd rd." 165 lbs. Lincolin Place's "T" Tom Santoriello "S.P.B.C." vs. "Carrick Boxing" Charlie Harris. At the opening bell Harris opens fire on Santoriello and delivers him a standing 8count. The second round goes much like the first when Harris lands a huge right to the head that sent "T" to the knee. The referee stopped the Contest "R.S.C." 2nd.rd. 201 lbs. Sub Novice Samuel Dodds, Brookline via Belfast, Ireland "S.P.B.C." vs. Mark Domm "3rd Ave WPAL.Pgh.Boxing" Dodds, who was giving up height and

reach did not let that worry him a bit as the man from Belfast tore into Domm, giving him a 8-count in the first round and another in the third. Samuel Dodds landed at least 3 to 1 in the power shots and scored the win. GOLDEN GLOVES, HOLIDAY INN, NORTH HILLS, MARCH 7 152 lbs. Sub-Novice Travis Dougherty "S.P.B.C." vs. Sean Fitzwilliams "Steel City Boxing, North Side" Boy-O-Boy this was a good fight. These two boys hit the heck out of each other, every punch with bad intentions. There were no knock downs or 8-counts scored. This was a good old slugfest. When the dust had cleared Travis Dougherty drops a close decision. GOLDEN GLOVES, ROYAL PLACE, MARCH 14 The Kamouyerou Brothers headline the card. Older brother Mike goes on first in the 141lbs.weight class against Josh Kunselman of Punxsutawney, Helman's Boxing. Action begins right away as Kamouyerou tastes a left hook and answers back with a series of right hand leads that snapped Kunselman's head back and wobbled him. The ref gives the Punxsy's boy a 8-count. When action begins again, Kamouyerou slips punches and counters back with power shots with both hands that wobbled his foe. The ref sees enough and stops the fight. Mike

TJ Youth Wrestlers Take Home 25 Trophies in Keystone League Tournament The Thomas Jefferson (TJ) Youth Wrestling Program, which consists of kids from ages 5 up through the 6th grade, took home a total of 25 trophies at its year-end Keystone League Tournament. The Keystone League consists of approximately 30 schools from Allegheny, Washington, and Westmoreland counties. In total, TJ had 9 individual champions, 6 second-place finishers, 6 thirdplace finishers, and 4 fourth-place finishers! TJ has been steadily building its youth wrestling program over the past few years, and this year brought home the most trophies in the history of the program! Way to go TJ!

Samuel Dodds"S.P.B.C." lands one of many right hands against PGH's 3rd Ave. Gym Mark Domm in Golden Glove action at Royal Place Restaurant February 28. (PHOTO BY J.L.MARTELLO)

Upper St. Clair's Travis Dougherty takes advice from his corner and hammers his Steel Valley rival until the ref. stopped contest 2nd. round fight at The Royal Place February 28. (PHOTOS BY STEPH)

Kamouyerou wins by way of R.S.C. 1st rd. The Main Event – the younger Kamouyerou brother, Andreas in the 152lbs. weight class is staged against Adam Little John "I.U.P." Indiana U. Boxing, PA." In the first round Kamouyerou rips into his counter-part

Brookline's Matt Conway poses for the camara as he wins another Golden Glove Fight held at The Royal Place on February 28. (PHOTO BY STEPH.)

Upper St.Clair’s Travis Dougherty of "S.P.B.C." listens to the verdict! Referee Dan Shaw raises Sean Fitzwilliams of Steel City Boxing, PGH. for the decision win in Golden Glove Action at North Hills Holiday Inn on March 7. (PHOTO BY STEPH)

with a solid body attack that slowed him down. Then in the second round, Kamouyerou sends Little John to the ropes with a huge over hand right that buckeled him. Andreas Kamouyerou pounds out an unanimous decision win. The Thomas Jefferson Youth Wrestlers - Bottom Row (L to R): Ryan Sluk, Ben Eckenrod, Jake Fisher, Denver Haines, Preston Zandier, Brian Finnterty, Ridge Vlah 2nd Row: Austin Fitzhenry, Mike Siemon, Andy Kalup, Joe Houck, Max Shaw, Brayden Lautner, Brenden Sluk, Dalton Pritchard. 3rd Row: Mark Stover, Tyler German, Marco Marinelli, Tyler Newman, Robert Schwartz, Dominic Serapiglia, Dominic Devine Top Row: Coaches: Dave Dorko, Doug Devine, Eric Lautner, Mario Marinelli, Tom Kalup, Don German, Brian Newman, Mark Sluk and Dave Buckiso (Missing from photo: Jackson Conway, James Barrickman, Michael Zacur, and Coach Chris Zacur)

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Valley Skating Center Hosts National Skating Event Figure, Free-Style and Dance skaters from across the United states and Canada came to the Valley Skating Center in Donora to compete among the best in the country. Linda Local winners at the “Rally in the Valley” Miner, owner of the Valley Skating Center Back row (l-r) - Lisa Reuter and coach, hosts the huge invitational every and Adorée DeLuca-Johnson. year. This was the 23rd year for the event. (Front) Rebecca Geisler - age 9 Congratulations to Joanne Pellman of Huston, Lisa Reuter of Lawrenceville, Adorée DeLuca-Johnson of Donora and Rebecca Geisler of Carrick who placed in their figure and dance events at the "Rally In the Valley" National Artistic Invitational. For any information on the invitational or to see the results you can check out the website at valleyskate.com. For information on the Valley Skating Centers Figure Skating Team or to join contact Linda Miner at 724-379-6700.

Peters Township 4th Grade Girls Travel Basketball Takes Metro League The Peters Township 4th grade girls travel basketball team won the Metro League by taking 1st place in the Metro Invitational Tournament. The championship game was played Sunday, 2/22 at Gill Hall Elementary (TJ school district). The girls defeated Bethel Park, 12 - 5.

The PT 4th Grade Travel Basketball Team: (Left to right) - Brooke Hilden, Olivia Castallone, Andi McGinnis, Alexis McKnight, Kelly Bergman, Liana Fink, Maggie Simon, Ally Zuccarini, Emily Konwick, Alyssa Konopka. Coaches: Tom Zuccarini, John Konwick

Golf Outing to Benefit Broughton Volunteer Fire Department A golf outing to benefit the Broughton Volunteer Fire Department will be held on Friday, June 5th, 2009 at 1:00 pm at the South Park Golf Course. It will be a four-person scramble. Shotgun start. The $70.00 per person fee will include golf, cart, refreshments, dinner and prizes. There will also be team prizes and various individual skill prizes. We are looking for tee and green advertising sponsors as well as any donations for prizes. For registration or additional information please call Fire Chief Dennis McDonough or Mark D'alessandro at the fire station at (412) 655-4844. Registration deadline is May 19, 2009. For additional information go to our web site: www.broughtonvfd.org. Proceeds from the outing to benefit the "Building Fund"

Local Boys Varsity Hoops Wrap-up By Paul Chasko

After struggling through 3 consecutive losing seasons from 04 through 07 the Peters Township Indians made their breakthrough in the 07-08 season with an appearance in the WPIAL playoffs after completing a 16-8 regular season. They lost in the first round but this was just a preview for the 2008-2009 season. Playing in Quad A in one of the tougher divisions in the WPIAL they managed 19 wins and only two loses over the regular season. They lost to Fox Chapel in an early non-conference game and to Mt. Lebo in early February. Both of these games were lowscoring defensive games on Simon Bekavac of Ringgold works the court both sides. The Indians met at a Rams vs. Big Mac game. Mt. Lebo again in the WPIAL championship game and won The Eagles of South Park struggled to put 60-54. The new WPIAL Champs then moved into the PIAA State playoffs but lost together a 9-13 season. Eagles teams have in the first round to a strong Pittsburgh made three appearances in the WPIAL playCentral Catholic team. Congratulations to offs in the past eight years. Ringgold just wasn’t able to get it togeththe Peters Twp. Indians and coaching staff er this season. In fact this is the worst seaon a stellar year. Thomas Jefferson ended their regular season (2-19) for Rams teams as far back as son with a 17-5 record which was good records are available. Last year they were enough to get them into the WPIAL play- invited to and lost in the WPIAL prelimioffs but they drew Blackhawk in the first nary playoff round after a 7-17 regular searound and lost 77-59 – nevertheless, a good son record. The Clairton Bears had a 12-6 regular seaseason for TJ. TJ teams have been flirting with greatness for some time making the son which was good enough to get them in WPIAL playoffs in six of the past eight years the WPIAL playoffs. They lost to Sewickley with one appearance in the PIAA playoffs in Academy in the Semifinal round. They also qualified for the PIAA tournament but lost the 2005-2006 season. Elizabeth Forward made it into the pre- in the first round to Tussey Mountain by liminary round of the WPIAL playoffs on an one basket. Pesky Bears teams have been in 8-13 regular season record but were beaten the WPIAL playoffs seven of the past eight 49-25 by Mars. This was the first post-sea- years and won the championship in the 05son game for the Warriors since the 06 season. They’ve played in five of the past 2005/2006 team made it into the WPIAL eight PIAA state playoffs – they’re able to keep in the mix year after year. quarterfinals.

Peters Township Youth Football Registration Peters Township Junior Fall Football and Flag Football registration will be held April 4 and April 18 from 9 a.m. – 12 Noon in the Peters Township Recreation Center at Peterswood Park. Visit www.eteamz.com/ptjfa for information regarding age requirements and weight restrictions. The registration fee for Junior Fall Football is $150 and for Spring Flag Football it is $40. New Players registering for Junior Fall Football must provide a COPY of their birth certificate and medical/emergency information. For questions or additional information, please call Joe Wells, Peters Township Junior Football Assn. (724) 942-4221.

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Area Girl’s High School Hoops Wrap-up By Paul Chasko

Another season of Girl’s basketball is over – at least as far as local teams are concerned. Four local teams made the WPIAL playoffs but couldn’t get past the quarter-finals. The Rams and Black Hawks get together The defending WPIAL AAA in the Ringgold Gym. champs, the South Park Eagles had an outstanding season. They got through the regular season with a 15-6 record, then beat Elizabeth Forward and Hampton in the WPIAL playoffs but were beaten by an overpowering New Castle team in the semifinals. They made the PIAA state playoffs but lost to Mercyhurst in the first round. This is the fourth straight year the South Park girl’s teams have been in the WPIAL playoffs and have played in the state playoffs in the last two seasons. The Elizabeth Forward Warriors have become a force to reckon with in Girl’s AAA. They’ve been within reach of the WPIAL championship for several years. In fact, they’ve made the playoffs in seven of the past eight years. They’ve a good program in place. Their regular season record this past season was 14-7. Good enough to make the playoffs – but they were bumped out by South Park in the first round. The Warriors haven’t made the state playoffs in a while but it won’t be long. The Peters Township Indians girl’s teams have certainly made their presence known in hoops over the past three years – they’ve arrived. They posted a 15-9 record in the 06-07 season and just missed the playoffs. In the 07-08 season they took a 17-7 record into the playoffs only to lose the championship game to USC. This season they finished with a 129 regular season record but lost in the WPIAL Quad A quarter-finals. I think they’ll be in the playoff mix next season. The PIAA playoffs eluded the Lady Jaguars of Thomas Jefferson this season but they managed to make the WPIAL playoffs. They met Char Valley in the first round and lost 48-37 ending their season prematurely. Nevertheless, they posted a winning season at 1210. Maybe Coach Cherpak has used up all the mojo on his football squad. The Ringgold Lady Rams really missed starter Alina Selby this year. She missed this past season due to knee surgery but expects to play next year – her senior year. The Lady Rams finished the regular season 8-14 and didn’t make the playoffs. We’ll see if they can rebound next season (no pun intended). I can’t finish this without mentioning the Clairton Lady Bears. Like so many of the old mill towns along the Mon, Clairton still puts together some tough and talented teams. Girl’s basketball teams from Clairton have appeared in seven of the last eight WPIAL playoffs and in five of the last eight state playoffs. This year they took a 10-9 regular season record into the WPIAL playoffs but lost in the quarter-finals. I’d bet we’ll see them in the playoffs again next year at this time

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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller

GEORGES Supply Center, Inc. 3101 Brownsville Rd, South Park

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• Topsoil (shredded and screened) • Various Mulches • Dyed/Rubber Mulch • Decoratives Stones • Natural Wall Stone

• Keystone Wall System • Limestone Chips • Mushroom Manure • Sand, Gravel, Slag

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Buyer

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Price

UNION TOWNSHIP Quaker Engineering Co. Edward Gallagher Maronda Homes Inc.

Maronda Homes Inc. Daniel Novacek Jon and Elizabeth Booth

Cinque Terra Place 220 Stonebridge Drive 137 Cinque Terra Place

$92000 $238000 $135000

FINLEYVILLE Marianne Fink John Bishop

Nathan Schwab Mary Ellen Brosek

Washington Ave. 3101 School Place

$275000 $76500

MONONGAHELA Citimortgage Inc. CMB Property Ventures LLC

Cynthia and Douglas Stants Castleview Financial Corp.

500 Ninth St. E. Main St.

Sylvia Dague et al. CitiFinancial Services Inc. Heath Close GMAC Mortgage Corp.

Dennis Joseph Young Thomas Bakaitus Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Matthew Simboli

$39000 $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $8250) 411-413 Parkinson St. $38000 817 Sheridan St. $14900 206 Valley St. $2033 by sheriff's deed 609 Ohio St. $53000

NEW EAGLE Thomas Mogon John Blackburn

Douglas Edgerton Richard Knisely

449 Main St. 701 Oakwood Ave.

$25000 $99000

CARROLL TOWNSHIP John Campbell Ryan Copeland Phillip Seighman Estate of Etta Shultz Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Robert Nagy

Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Thomas McCormick Jr. Norman and Denise Sadler Citibank NA Mingo Boy Inc. Lois Hudachek

117 Route 837 64 Donora Road Keenan Hill Road 157 Route 837 25 Hazel Kirk Road 163 Terrace Drive

$1193 by sheriff's deed $172000 $10000 $3388 by sheriff's deed $15000 $88405

ELIZABETH BOROUGH Carol McElroy William Graham

Wendy Buza Terry Graham

115 Second St. McKeesport St.

ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Nickolas Shermenti William Bernosky John Dzvonick Maronda Homes Inc. John Gorring Jeanne White Excel Mold & Die Inc. Estate of Sue Similo NRLL East LLC

$32000 $38000

Henry Holets Jr.

Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. trustee 2009 Ridge Road $1898 by sheriff's deed Robert Homa 211 Underwood Ave. $55000 Charles and Claudia Datt 2239 Briarwood Drive $142900 Jeffrey and Melissa Berger 313 Kennet Drive $184900 Ronald Riccelli and Cathie Brown 111 Bell St. $26000 Ashley and Adam Borrelli 126 Hillview Drive $100000 Regional Trail Corp. Smithfield St. $30000 Fayette Resources Inc. 614 Chicago Ave. $95500 Jasvinder Singh Bedi E. Smithfield St. $246 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $19952) Robert Marino 1411 Emerson St. $110000 Jasvinder Singh Bedi Ridge Road $246 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $23664) Jasvinder Singh Bedi Smithfield St. $246 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $20068) Yvonne Strotman Rippel Weigles Hill Road $140000

CLAIRTON Federal National Mortgage Assn. Frank Bellavance

Winston Campbell Andrew and Carolina Capolupo

John Parker NRLL East LLC NRLL East LLC

518 N Sixth St. 738 St. Clair Ave.

$13000 $62500

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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller

David Zoltun et al. Bart Keck Natalie Nikolic Econohomes LLC

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James McCloskey Jr. Joanne Keck Geoffrey Davis West Ontario Partn. LLC

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867 Horton St. 317 N. Third St. 1901 Polk Ave. 209 Crest St.

Two Juniors Ltd. Pittsburgh East Properties L.P. James Miller Brian Loera Michael Quallich

$37500 $15000 $20000 $451 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $1624) Elaine Stoneback 2701 Lincoln Ave. $25000 IB Property Holdings LLC 528 St. Clair Ave. $1618 by sheriff's deed Karen Campbell 512 Walnut Ave. $10000 Robert Charles Nebel Jr. and Ashley Marie Burr 436 Farnsworth Ave. $53150 Linda Flanders 908 Jefferson Drive $46000

SOUTH PARK Donna Kerr Charity Friend Rodger Michel Michele Lipa Quality Rentals Larry Stahl US Bank NA trustee Daniel Holt Thomas Ulrey Lois Jean Sanders et al.

Derek Brown Jill Staniszewski and Sean McArdle Ronald and Ronald Novakovich Christopher Rodenbush Erik and Gina Hilligsberg Carl and Debbie Hanford Brian Kapolka and Kate Matthews Hugo Camargo John Robert Elton Pamela Sanders

Rebecca Lander NRLL East LLC

Scott Chodor and Michele Glover Jasvinder Singh Bedi

DYMAC Properties LLC US Bank NA trustee Thiago DeMira

Campbell LLC Scott Houck Timothy and Tracy Trader

1114 Aurora Drive $102000 3231 Central Drive $91000 1267 Snee Drive $225000 750 Hidden Ridge Court 303 $125000 2511 Bonnie Dell Drive $50000 5826 Brownsville Road $50000 909 Hurl Drive $88250 3037 Amy Drive $155000 3568 Falmouth Drive $111000 5627 Pleasant St. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $15637) 2188 Stewart Road $155000 Grove Road $246 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $9280) Sebolt Road $134000 2810 Sebolt Road $29500 1829 Wallace Road $153000

PLEASANT HILLS Estate of William Jacky Pleasant Hills Office Condo Partn. Andrew Grese William Finn William Siler Robinson Fore Inc. Michael McKotch Linda Jones

Sean and Silvana Audley Land Holding LLC Michael Aches Eric and Tiffany Buglar James Oran and Rebecca Leigh Dann Kenneth and Jennifer Pesanka Michael Tintera and Stephanie Parzyck Martin and Susan Giegerich

51 Clairton Blvd. Temona Drive 149 Audrey Drive 206 Ben Til Drive 366 Millet Lane 160 Robinson Drive 137 Audrey Drive 431 McClellan Drive

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JEFFERSON HILLS Costa Industries LLC Louise Hillegass trustee Bradley Wohldmann Hewitt Assoc. LLC Kenneth Frye NVR Inc. Southersby Development Corp. Lawrence Edward Harrison NVR Inc. NVR Inc. , Southersby Development Corp. WM Specialty Mortgage LLC East Suburban Assoc. Inc.

Mark and Tracy Bachner Lawrence Lattanzi Hewitt Assoc. LLC Rachel Siwula Andrea and Shelby Gardner Jason Alan and Gina Gay Hrebik NVR Inc. Briah Waterkotte Jeffrey Joseph and Lisa Anne Kusek Karen Marie Bellisario NVR Inc. Steven and Kristine Driscoll James Slivan and Kathleen Langan

Eric Stoltz John Gobbels

Sean and Carolyn Candrilli Edward and Roberta Myerson

2020 Laurel Ridge Drive $362400 106 Vine St. $73000 24 Hollywood Drive $120000 124 Hollywood Drive $120000 6050 Walton Road $246000 8011 Independence Drive $233750 S. Randolph Drive $38000 1916 Gill Hall Road $125000 8040 Independence Drive $194575 8035 Independence Drive $225625 Jackson Drive $55000 3001 Jefferson Drive $205000 Scenic Court $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $5568) 512 Timber Lane $326000 408 Valleyview Drive $246400

NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIP Steven Emminger Estate of Victor Dosse Aaron Prentice Adam Kirshner JA Lang Construction Inc.

Richard and Beverly Moffat William and Nancy Trusch Lauretta Mihalik William and Ginette Brumbaugh Deborah Kollet

116 Dyers Stone Drive Dyers Stone Drive 21 E Hillcrest Drive 14 Cooper Road 142 Dyers Stone Drive

PETERS TOWNSHIP 84 Lumber A & D Co. L.P. Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Estate of William McKewan Scott Haskins Heartland Homes Inc. Dale Saller Joan Simmons Great Meadows L.P. Ronald Moore National Transfer Services LLC Hiddenbrook L.P. Banach Contracting Inc. Robert Lewis Tracy Lynn George Ault et al. Susan Petritis Geoff Strauch Marion Martik Rafael Morales Bank New York trustee Nationstar Mortgage LLC Linda Taylor James Sweeney Turnkey Enterprises Bayard Crossings Corp.

Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Scott and Kimberly Forse Kelly Kaercher Timothy and Christina Feltner Virginia Trovato and Pamela Clark Nationstar Mortgage LLC Barbara Lupia NVR Inc. National Transfer Services LLC Michael and Laura Hutchinson Heartland Homes Inc. Bredan and Kaetlin Breen Carol Willman Venetia Hills Development Assoc. L.P. Turnkey Enterprises Paul Baxter and Nancy Jennings Jason Johnson and Megan Simmons Jeffrey Hoffman Brian and Diane Essary Joseph and Robin Toomey Michael and Amber Lempke Keith and Susan Nixon Stephen and Sofia Getchell Stambrosky Homes Inc.

321 Buckingham Drive 322 Buckingham Drive 120 Inverness Drive 112 Julrich Drive 208 McCombs Road 407 McCombs Road 128 Roscommon Place 131 Scenic Ridge Drive 106 Todd Circle 106 Todd Circle Unknown Address 123 Bridle Trail 214 Doubletree Drive 116 Lynda Lane 224 McMurray Road 130 Philips Drive 168 Church Hill Road 543 Justabout Road 106 Lantern Circle 407 McCombs Road 129 Golden Eagle Drive 119 Justabout Road 224 McMurray Road 211 Old Woods Drive

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Home & Garden GUIDE Home Inspections: Maintaining The Value of Your Biggest Asset

Certified environmental home inspections can help homeowners save money while also ensuring family health.

(NewsUSA) - Job insecurity and a falling real estate market have left many homeowners feeling unsettled and wary. But, in having your home annually inspected by a Certified Environmental Home Inspector (CEHI), you can give your home a muchneeded advantage in a dismal housing market. As the green movement becomes more widespread, more homebuyers will see "Healthy Green Living Certification" as an added incentive to buy. These inspections, created by Environmental Service Professionals (ESP), perform: • Moisture and mold inspections. • Energy audit inspections • Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) inspections

• 203-point standard home inspections • Indoor air quality inspections CEHIs also cover allergen screening, radon, lead testing and other environmental testing as requested by the homeowner. These inspections can find problems in the home before they necessitate more costly repairs. For example, a mold and moisture inspection can reveal wet or damp areas caused by roof leaks or cracked pipes, a problem that costs insurance companies $3 billion every year. In addition to retaining property value, ESP is currently working with mortgage lenders to provide interest rate discounts for those homeowners who finance 10 years of annual inspections in their mortgages. To save homeowners even more money, ESP is

working with insurance companies to give annual discounts on homeowners' insurance policies to those who participate in the annual inspection program. By having their homes inspected, families will be working toward protecting their investment and their health, but ESP is hoping to make a difference in another way. Currently ESP is working to create jobs for our veterans to ensure that U.S. soldiers are able to make a better transition to serve local communities upon their return. ESP is also in the process of hiring disabled veterans as customer service representatives. For more information, visit www.espusa.net, or for a free phone consultation, call 888-525-CEHI(2344).

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Basement Water Damage: A Costly Home Repair (NewsUSA) - Seepage, failing pipes and condensation are the most common causes of costly moisture and water damage to concrete and masonry surfaces in basements. A recent study from a leading home insurance provider found that the typical water damage repair costs homeowners approximately $5,000. Before water-related problems escalate, first identify potential and existing sources of water damage, and make the necessary repairs both inside and outside your home. These simple steps can help in this task and will save you time, frustration and money: 1) If water is seeping through small cracks in basement walls, begin by clearing any loose debris from around Plug seeping cracks in your basement walls with a the crack with a chisel. The active leak hydraulic cement. can then be plugged within 3 to 5 minutes with a product like Quikrete Hydraulic Water-Stop Cement. Cement-based materials, however, should only be applied over non-painted concrete or masonry surfaces. 2) With the problem addressed at its source, check for openings around windows, control joints and pipes in basement walls. Create a waterproof seal around the openings using a polyurethane non-sag sealant. 3) Along with sealing around pipes, it's important to note that freeze/thaw temperature cycles can cause pipes to crack and separate, resulting in basement flooding. Insulate around pipes to prevent these types of failures from occurring. 4) Finally, check the grade of the soil around your home's foundation to ensure proper drainage, and have a well-maintained gutter system to deal with rain runoff. Clothes dryers in basements should be correctly vented to reduce condensation. A dehumidifier may also be needed. With regular checks and diligent maintenance, homeowners can easily avoid water damage issues in basements and prevent the need for big-ticket repairs. This information was taken from "Guide to Concrete, Masonry & Stucco Projects," a new book from The Quikrete Companies. The book, the first in a series of Quikrete books written in cooperation with Creative Publishing Int., educates the public about proper applications, techniques and building practices. The book is available for purchase at home improvement centers, hardware retailers, national bookstore chains and online. For more information, visit www.quikrete.com.

Termite colonies can destroy carpets and wallpaper, as well as floors and other wood.

In Spring - Birds, Bees and ... Termites? (NewsUSA) - Spring doesn't just mean flowers and sunshine -- it's also the perfect season for termite infestations. Warmer temperatures inspire young male and female termites to fly from their colonies in search of ideal places to build new ones. And unfortunately for many Americans, termites often start colonies in human homes. In fact, termites cause $5 billion in property damage each year. Termites eat more than wood. In addition to destroying housing structures, a termite colony can quickly decimate flooring, carpeting and wallpaper. "Although social insects, termites are excellent at concealing their presence," said Greg Baumann, senior scientist of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). "So often, termites are only discovered once severe property damage is visible." Signs of infestation include swarms of winged forms in the fall and spring, evidence of mud tunneling in, over and under wood structures, wood that looks darkened or blistered, and thin wood that a knife or a screwdriver can puncture. The NPMA offers the following advice to Americans looking to prevent termites from eating them out of house and home: â&#x20AC;˘ Water draws termites, so avoid water accumulation near your home's foundation. Use downspouts, gutters and splash blocks to divert water. Keep gutters free of leaves and other organic debris. Quickly repair damage from leaks, both indoor and outdoor. â&#x20AC;˘ Never store or bury mulch, wood debris, scrap lumber, sawdust or firewood near your home. If you do keep firewood outside, keep it elevated at least one inch above the ground. â&#x20AC;˘ Eliminate contact between the wooden parts of your home and the soil. Trim shrubs and other plants so that they do not touch your home. If you suspect termites, speak to a professional. For more information, contact the National Pest Management Association at www.pestworld.org.

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2009 Color Forecast: Packed With Inspiration (NAPSI)-According to decorating experts, color can be a telling barometer of the social climate. And for 2009, the predominant colors are indicating that there's a craving for simplicity in our lives. Yet experts are also observing an optimistic trend: An interest in incorporating some unexpected design surprise-a visual treat that adds a feel-good quality to enliven everyday living. Color stripes, for instance, Giving a room a new coat of paint with a decorative touch can can be a wonderful way to be a quick and economical way to refresh and redecorate. wake up a sleepy bathroom and make a personal statement that this space is reserved for morning start-ups. This eye-opening combination forms a pattern of colored ribbons arranged in varying horizontal widths. Another popular painting technique is "tattooing," which can add a small delight or unexpected visual treat to a space. Simply use a high-quality stencil to apply a design to a single wall that defines the area, such as a casual dining "nook" adjacent to a modern open kitchen. These trends are reflected in a series of paint color palettes proposed in "Colors for Your Home," a free, helpful booklet now available at Benjamin Moore retailers. The booklet is also filled with timely ideas and inspiration plus suggestions for a decorative painting technique or two, with numerous room settings to illustrate. While 18 trend colors are forecasted, Benjamin Moore has its eye on three selections predicted to be exceedingly popular: • Blue Nose 1678, a chic blue with a small measure of gray • Sea Haze 2137-50, a gray with a tinge of brown • Vellum 207, a subdued yellow, bordering on the color of wheat "Paint is the perfect solution for simplifying a decorating makeover," says Eileen McComb, Benjamin Moore's director of communications. "Not only is a new coat of color able to provide quick and uplifting results, it's one of the most economical ways to refresh and redecorate." To see the "Colors for Your Home" booklet, visit the Web site at www.benjaminmoore.com. Each of the suggested 18 hues is animated to provide in-depth information on the color and its application in the corresponding rooms that illustrate them. Additionally, to find out more about the other decorating resources featured in the room photos, just click on the image.

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April Gardening Tips For A Beautiful Lawn And Garden These tips apply to hardiness zones 5 &6, which encompasses Western Pennsylvania (pittsburgh.about.com) April Flower and Vegetable Tips Weed, weed, weed! Now is the best time to dig weeds from your garden and yard, saving you a lot of work later on. Remove protective mulches cautiously from roses, clematis, azaleas and other tender shrubs. Fertilize spring –flowering bulbs, ornamental fruit and berry plants not fertilized in March, and spring-blooming shrubs after flowering is finished. Cultivate soil in your garden beds as soon as it is dry enough to work. April is a good time to plant roses and perennial flowers and seeds can be sown for carrots, greens, beets and other root vegetables. April Tree and Shrub Tips Finish pruning if you haven’t already, prune summer and fall blooming shrubs and deciduous trees. You still have time to plant new deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs. April Lawn Care Tips With warmer temperatures and spring rains it is a good time to seed, overseed or sod the lawn although it may take two or more weeks to germinate because of cooler weather. Putting down a spring pre-emergent helps to control crabgrass. Have your soil tested and apply nutrients if needed. Get your mower blades sharpened, mowing with dull blades can tear grass and cause brown ends. Remember Trax Farms has all of your gardening needs, from fertilizers and mulches to plants, trees & shrubs. Vegetable plants or seeds and peat pots to start your own. Make Trax Farms your one-stop place to get growing!!!

Plant Some Seeds For Seniors Home Gardening a Great Way to Donate to Area Seniors in Need Home gardeners in the Finleyville area are asked to add a row for Meals on Wheels of Peters Township when they plan their gardens this spring. Sharing lettuce, tomatoes, beans, zucchini, and other vegetables with us would significantly help keep the costs down for the meals we bring to Finleyville, Peters Township, Lawrence, Hendersonville, North Strabane, and Canonsburg. We strive to deliver a nutritious meal that includes fresh salads and vegetables whenever possible. Meals on Wheels of Peters Township is the primary provider of home-delivered meals for senior citizens in Finleyville, covering almost 40 meals daily in the immediate Finleyville area. We keep our prices modest so that most people can afford them, but we do rely on donations from the community we serve to meet our rising food costs. Sharing fresh food would really help us. We are currently delivering an average of about 110 meals to seniors in our service area. The sole criterion for receiving meals is that you have trouble shopping or cooking meals. Call us at 724-969-1000 with any questions or to inquire about service. If you are able to help by donating any amount of fresh food in the summer, please bring it to our new kitchen at 245 E. McMurray Road above the fire house in Peters Township any week day between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

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A Beautiful Deck In Two Steps (NAPSI)-If time has taken a toll on your deck, leaving it dirty, mildew stained and wearing a coat of gray, don't worry. It's easy to restore your deck to its natural beauty. Clean and protect your deck to get the most out of it during the spring and summer months. Here's advice from the experts at Wolman Wood Care Products: • Clean the deck thoroughly with a formulated deck cleaner, such as Wolman Deck & Fence Brightener--Wood Cleaner & Coating Prep. Embedded dirt, weathered gray wood left behind from last year's sun exposure, black or green stains from mildew, mold and algae, or brown-black tannin bleed common on new cedar can ruin the look of your deck. Even newly built wood decks can require surface prep to remove surface barriers such as mill glaze on cedar or "green bleed" on pressure-treated pine. These barriers can prevent the adhesion of protective coatings, including colored stains and clear sealers. Products like Deck & Fence Brightener remove surface barriers, gray discoloration and even the toughest stains, restoring wood to its natural beauty without bleaching, like chlorine bleach can. • Apply a solid or semitransparent stain to enhance your deck's appeal, or a transparent finish or toner with a hint of color to let the natural wood grain and texture show through. Even if you are undecided on whether or not to stain--or which color to choose--it's important to protect it with a water repellent. Water repellents stop spring and summer showers from penetrating the wood surface, and the resulting swelling, shrinking, warping and cracking caused by water absorption. Many products, including Wolman RainCoat Water Repellent, also contain a mildewcide to resist ugly mildew growth on the coating film. Look for products, such as RainCoat, that offer a performance guarantee on water-repellent longevity. They provide longer-lasting protection so you won't have to apply a new coat every year. For more information about cleaning, restoring, beautifying and protecting your deck, or for more helpful deck tips, visit www.wolman.com.

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Flowers Can Help You Sell Your Home (NAPSI)-Realtors say curb appeal â&#x20AC;˘ Consider perennials such as campanulas, is one of the most important tools to dianthus, geraniums and phlox for spring and early help you sell your home. summer; yarrow, coreopsis, daylilies and rudbeckia "Planting flowers is one of the for midsummer; and asters, penstemon and mums least expensive ways to make the for fall. front of your house look inviting," â&#x20AC;˘ Don't forget the great foliage plants like ornasays Bayer Advanced garden expert mental grasses, hostas and artemisia. Lance Walheim, co-author of "Landscaping for Dummies." "lt's â&#x20AC;˘ Be sure to add mulch to the bed to retain moislike putting out a welcome sign that ture and help keep the weeds out. entices buyers." Don't just run out and buy a â&#x20AC;˘ Watering plants is critical to success. Check the bunch of flowers and stick them in soil by digging into it with your fingers or a trowel. the ground. Planning goes a long If the top few inches are dry, it's time to water. Do way toward putting more money in it slowly and thoroughly so it soaks down to the your pocket. Select plants with stagSelect plants with staggered bloom periods for deeper roots. Young or new plantings require more gered bloom periods for the longest the longest season of color. frequent watering to help their roots get estabseason of color and mix in different lished. Mature plantings with large root systems plant textures, shapes and sizes, says should be watered deeply but less often. Walheim. Contrast dark- and light-colored flowers, such as light yellows Healthy-looking flowers show you care about your home. But with dark blues, for example. And it's not always about blooming insects such as Japanese beetles, aphids and whiteflies, as well as plants. Dramatic foliage, bright berries or fruit and even colorful diseases such as powdery mildew and rust, can make your flowers branches can all contribute dramatic hues. look sickly. Bayer Advancedâ&#x201E;˘ All-In-One Rose & Flower Care (bayeradâ&#x20AC;˘ Quick-blooming annuals will last a growing season and are easy vanced.com) protects your flowers from insects and diseases and to plant from a tray of flowers. Consider pansies, violas, calenfeeds them, too. Mix with water and pour around the base of the dulas and primroses for spring color, as well as zinnias, plant every six weeks for protection. Read and follow label direcmarigolds and vincas for color all summer long. tions. (Product not registered in New York.)

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Concrete Landscapes Build Greener Gardens (NewsUSA) - Americans love having backyards for planting gardens, holding outdoor parties and giving children a safe place to play outdoors. But some homeowners find themselves with lessthan-ideal backyards. Maybe the backyard slopes too much for a picnic table. Maybe the home's in an arid area, where green grass requires expensive irrigation. For many homeowners looking to improve their backyards, concrete masonry might provide an unexpected, inexpensive solution. Concrete can mimic any surface, like stucco, European cobblestone or aged slate, allowing concrete landscaping to blend into any area alongside any style of home. Concrete masonry proves both stylish and durable. Unlike wooden decks, concrete structures require no upkeep and don't succumb to termites, mold, rot, weathering or other problems. One couple replaced their wooden deck with a concrete patio, then found themselves with an insect-free backyard. "With the wood deck, it seemed like mosquitoes would breed and then come up and attack," said Melissa Werpy, who used concrete masonry to renovate her backyard. "We can now be outside until midnight, and mosquitoes aren't a problem." Concrete masonry can build attractive desert landscapes, too. Some homeowners use water irrigation to grow green grass in arid regions. But irrigating a lawn costs money and wastes water, a precious natural resource. Homeowners can use segmented, concrete walls to build attractive driveways and terraced landscapes without growing grass. The landscape might not look green, but avoiding irrigation helps desert homeowners save the planet.

Concrete masonry can turn problem yards into enjoyable spaces.

In steep yards without flat surfaces for planting herb or flower gardens, setting up tennis nets or supporting tables and chairs, concrete walls can make backyards more enjoyable. Landscapers can build terraced, concrete brick walls that create level areas for patios, garden planters and extra seats during large parties. Concrete masonry can help control erosion and water drainage, too. For homeowners with problem backyards, concrete masonry can provide an inexpensive, durable and attractive way to make landscapes both people- and eco-friendly. For more information about concrete masonry, visit www.ncma.org.

A DIY Guide to Managing Emergency Leaks (NewsUSA) - In the event of a ruptured pipe, it is not uncommon for some people to panic. But anyone can perform emergency leak repairs, helping to prevent further damage until a professional can fix the problem. According to the EPA, fixing a known leak can save the average homeowner 11,000 gallons of water a year. If you happen to find excess water in your home due to a leak, perform the following steps: â&#x20AC;˘ Find the leak. You can't repair a leak if you can't identify its source. Sometimes, a hole or rupture in the pipe will prove immediately obvious. Other times, you will need to follow the water's path to find the leak. â&#x20AC;˘ Turn off the water. Once you've found the source of the leak, turn off the water. You don't want to shut off all of the water entering your home unless absolutely necessary, so try turning off fixture shut-off valves or branch shut-off valves before closing the main shut-off valve. â&#x20AC;˘ Drain and dry the pipe. Open the faucet or valve that connects to the pipe, then allow any remaining water to drain out. Dry the empty pipe. â&#x20AC;˘ Fix the leak. You can perform an emergency fix so you can still use water before a professional makes permanent repairs. For example, if you only see a very small hole, you can insert a pencil into the hole, break off its tip so that it plugs the hole, and then wrap electrical or duct tape around the hole. If you have a washer and a screw, you can put the washer around the hole and then drive the screw into the hole, being careful not to pierce the other side of the pipe. If the leak is at a joint between two pipes, flexible epoxy might prove a good bet. Simply cut a piece of epoxy from its tube,

Knowing how to fix a leak in an emergency can help minimize water damage until a professional can make permanent repairs.

work it between you hands, press it to the hole and allow it to set. Of course, when homeowners are away, it is good to have a system that is able to monitor leaks. For this reason, FloLogic, Inc. has developed a product to help catch and stop leaks early. The FloLogic System, can prevent both water waste and water damage. Like a circuit breaker for plumbing systems, the FloLogic System monitors the water supply from one location in the main. When the flow through the system exceeds a preset limit, the product shuts off the water and sounds an alarm at the keypad, letting you know that it's time to call a plumber. Some insurance companies recognize its value, offering discounts to homeowners who install the FloLogic System. For more information, visit www.flologic.com.

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From Garbage Can To Power Grid (NAPSI)-This may come as a surprise: The nation's solid waste management industry--the same companies that pick up household trash and haul it away--may also be lighting and heating your home. The companies are turning garbage into "green energy."

Here's How Trash decomposes and produces gases such as methane. Using innovative technology developed by solid waste manageYour trash can be very enlightening – ment companies, the gas is captured and in fact, it can be turned into the energy that lights and heats your home. generally piped to utilities, where it is turned into electricity or transported directly to nearby manufacturing plants, schools or other buildings and used to power heating and cooling systems. The entire process is carefully managed to prevent odors and leakage. Through this process, the solid waste industry provides enough clean, low-cost, renewable energy to light and heat 1.5 million homes a year and helps school districts and government agencies save hundreds of thousands of dollars on energy bills. Big companies such as Honeywell and Dell are saving millions of dollars a year by using power generated from landfill gas to power offices and manufacturing sites. In one recent project at the University of New Hampshire, a pipeline from a neighboring landfill is expected to provide the school with as much as 80 to 85 percent of its energy.

Further Benefits Waste-based energy does more than save money. The use of landfill-gas-to-energy helps advance national security by reducing reliance on foreign oil. It also helps to address global warming because using landfill gas for energy involves capturing methane, a greenhouse gas. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that waste-based energy projects save more than 270 million barrels of oil a year--the equivalent of eliminating air pollution from 27 million cars. "We believe people will be surprised when they learn about our industry's role in producing affordable 'green energy' and helping to reduce our dependence on foreign oil," says Bruce Parker, president of the National Solid Wastes Management Association. "This is a truly significant environmental achievement. It makes us feel very proud of our people and the commitment of the thousands of companies, large and small, that make up our industry."

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Stop Unsightly Water Stains (NAPSI)-Every year, wet winter weather, followed by the melting snow and ice during the warmer spring months, causes a common problem in homes across America--water stains on ceilings and walls. Thinking about covering Stop water stains from bleeding through water stains with a fresh coat your paint job by priming first. of paint? Unfortunately, most stains will bleed right through your new paint job, no matter how many coats you apply. But it's easy to block stains and prevent them from coming back. Just follow these steps from the home-improvement experts for Zinsser products: • Eliminate the source of the moisture or you'll soon have another unsightly water stain. • Clean the surface with a solution of one cup of bleach per gallon of water and rinse thoroughly with water to remove mildew, dirt and other unsightly deposits. • Dry the surface completely. Use a hair dryer to dry small areas. Larger areas may require the use of a dehumidifier, heater or fan to ensure the surface is completely dry before painting. • Prime the surface with an oil-base stain-killing primer such as Cover Stain®. If you try to block a water stain with a water-base primer, the stain is likely to "rewet" or bleed through. Cover Stain is specially formulated to block water, and water-soluble stains like those from markers, ink, food and nicotine, in just one coat. Tip from the "pros": For quick ceiling touch-up, consider using a vertical aerosol like COVERS UP™ Stain Sealing Ceiling Paint. It matches most acoustic ceiling tiles, so it's great when you want to cover a spot or two. • After the primer has dried, finish up with your desired topcoat. For more information on Zinsser's complete line of primers--or for more helpful homeimprovement "tips"--visit www.zinsser.com.

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How To Identify Furnace Deficiencies (NAPSI)-For many homeowners, heating costs are a major expense throughout the coldweather months. No matter what you do to reduce those costs, if you have an inefficient furnace, your energy bills are going to be higher than necessary. But before you decide to replace an older unit, it's important to consider the options and what is most appropriate for your residence.

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Energy efficiency If energy efficiency is your No. 1 priority, then a high-efficiency furnace is what you want in your home, as it provides more heat for your heating dollar. However, high-efficiency furnaces are more expensive to buy and more expensive to maintain and repair. On the other hand, a mid-efficiency furnace can only extract so much energy, but this limitation might not be a big concern in a smaller home. "In a tight, well-insulated home or in mild climates, there is little benefit in spending the extra money for a high-efficiency furnace since the energy savings is only about $50 per year," explains Dan Steward, president of Pillar To Post. "In the long term, the high-efficiency furnace may not save a client much money when considering the initial investment and the small reduction in energy costs." For more information, visit www.pillartopost.com.

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Pets Matt and Jenn Riffle were on hand to enjoy some casino table games and help raise funds.

Brooke Archer (right) makes a new bunny friend while Allison Zapata (at left) looks on.

Pet Lovers Turn Out to Raise Funds at Cupids & Canines

Ben Sokol (left), and Carrie Bernardi (right), work the prize booth at the 2009 Cupids & Canines event.

Megan Lare and Andrew Strassner test their skills at one of the casino table games.

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The second annual “Cupids & Canines” Casino Night was held on February 7, 2009 by Pittsburgh-area Camp Bow Wow franchises. All proceeds from the event were donated to the Washington Area Humane Society, the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society, and Bow Wow Buddies. The event was attended by over 350 guests and included desserts and coffee, a huge chance auction, casino table games, and a pinball tournament hosted by a world champion pinball player. Dogs from local shelters were also on hand for adoption. Top prizes included a trip for two to Las Vegas, a pinball machine for the tournament winner, and a variety of autographed sports memorabilia, valuable gift baskets, and other prizes. Gabriela Strangis spends some time with Trixie, a very The event was held at the Pro-Am Pinball Association World Headquarters in loveable English Bulldog. Carnegie, Scott Township. The headquarters, which is open to the public only twice a year, features more than 400 working pinball machines of every vintage, dating from the 1940's to the latest releases, Batman: The Dark Knight and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. The total proceeds to charity were $10,564.20. To learn more about this event and make sure you attend next year, visit www.papa.org/cupids/

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Keystone Canine Club Helps Prep Dog for Titles On Sunday February 1, 2009, “Toby” earned his Rally Excellent A Title with a score of 93. Toby’s owner is Lucy McCloskey. He has been showing in Rally for less than a year and his first rally novice trial was at the Convention Center last March. He earned all three Rally titles in a little over ten months. Toby was trained at the Keystone Canine Club in Bethel Park. To learn more, please call 412-8332211 or visit their website atwww.keystonecanine.com

Rabies Clinic at the Washington Area Humane Society The Washington Area Humane Society is sponsoring a Rabies Clinic on Sunday, April 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. The clinic will be at the Humane Society on Route 136 in Eighty-four, PA. Pennsylvania State law requires all cats and dogs 3 months and older to be vaccinated against rabies. We cannot vaccinate pregnant or nursing mothers. All dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in carriers. As the vaccinations are given in the parking lot, there is always the chance that a cat that is not in a carrier could escape from the owner. Cardboard carriers can be purchased at the Clinic for $5.00. During the Clinic, dogs can also rece1ve their DHLPP vaccination and cats can receive their FVRCP vaccination. Also, Micro-chipping is available for $20. Any questions about the clinic should be directed to our staff at 724-222PETS, Sunday through Saturday from 12 – 5 p.m. We hope to see you on April 26th. Proceeds from the Rabies clinic will help us care for the many orphaned dogs and cats that are in our care.

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MEDICAL CARE Q: What is the best treatment for a cold and upper respiratory infection? A: Good evidence shows that nasal saline washes can relieve nasal congestion and drainage inexpensively and Mary Parks Lamb, MD without harmful side effects. Heated and humidified air Medical Director Urgent Care Center may also help improve symptoms of the common cold. Mild analgesics such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) can alleviate sore throat pain, rib pain from coughing, muscle aches, and low grade fever. Short term topical or oral decongestants and guaifenesin preparations can help with congestion and cough, respectively. Mom’s age-old advice of plenty of rest, fluids and chicken soup can, believe it or not, be beneficial. URIs in children are best treated with a vaporizer, nasal saline, acetaminophen or ibuprofen, and watchful waiting. Urgent Care Center affiliated with The Washington Hospital 3515 Washington Road, Krebs Center, McMurray 724.969.4321 www.theurgentcarecenter.org

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Corner CURVES of South Park Member of the Month Our member of the month is Deb Bronder. Deb and her husband James reside in South Park. They are very proud of their daughters Leslee and Desiree and their baby grandson, Brock. Deb is busy taking care of her family as well as her Mom and Dad, leaving little time for herself. "I need to work out at Curves early to have energy for the rest of my day,” said Deb. “I enjoy my exercise and the people at Curves very much!" The people at Curves really enjoy Deb too! Her great sense of humor, charming ways, and her encouragement light up the Curves circuit at least three times a week. Congratulations, Deb!

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, April 1 at 2:00 p.m. and repeated on Saturday, April 11 at 11:00 a.m. and Wednesday, April 15 at 6:30 p.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 724-8735955.

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Valley Health & Safety is a training center housed at Mon Valley EMS. Classes are scheduled on a monthly basis either at Mon Valley EMS, 1001 Donner Avenue in Monessen or at The Monongahela Valley Hospital Lombardi Education Center. Healthcare provider CPR class is offered the Second Saturday of every month at Mon Valley EMS. Class starts at 9 a.m. and is usually complete by 2 p.m. The cost of the class is $50.00 and that includes your mandatory book. This is American Heart Association and a 2 year certification. The course teaches mouth to mouth, mouth to mask, bag valve mask breathing techniques and the use of the AED (automated external defibrillators) along with the aspects of CPR and choking for the adult, child and infant victim. This course is typically recommended for physicians, nurses, nursing students and per-hospital care providers. CPR/First Aid combined class is offered the Third Saturday of every month at Mon Valley EMS. Class starts at 9 a.m. and is usually finished by 2 p.m. The cost of this class is $50.00 and that includes the mandatory book. This course teaches basic First Aid and CPR. This is also an AHA class and a 2 year certification. The intended audience includes corporate employees, firefighter, police, airline personnel, security personnel, extended care facility personnel and those who need or want to learn first aid skills and adult/child CPR. Heartsaver (Adult/Child) CPR: This class is offered at The Monongahela Valley Hospital Lombardi Education Center the Last Tuesday of every month. Students will learn how to perform CPR, manage a choking victim and rescue breathing techniques and then perform these skills on a manikin. This course is typically recommended for people who work in nursing homes, around elderly, or have a friend or family member with risk factors or a prior cardiac history. This course costs $30.00 and includes the mandatory book and a 2 year certification. For a full list of classes offered, please call the Training Center at 724-7684-9536 and ask for a current brochure. Students must pre-register and pre-pay for all classes.

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Mon Valley YMCA Announces New Classes

Healthy Directions Announces April Programs and Events

The Mon Valley YMCA, located at 101 Taylor Run Road (just off Rt. 43) in Carroll Township has announced some exciting new classes available. For additional information, or to register, call 724-483-8077 or visit their website at www.monvalleyymca.org First Step to Fitness A low intensity workout for seniors embarking on an exercise regiment and especially those individuals who have completed rehab and want to continue on the path to great health. Mondays & Wednesdays at 10:30 AM. Senior Cycle For those active seniors who want to add variety to their present exercise program, held Thursdays at 9:30 AM. Basic Training Indoor boot camp style class-good alternative for the everyday high intensity methods of HEART PUMPING cardio. Ages 12 & up, Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:00 PM. Basic Training for Kids ages 8 - 14 happens every Thursday from 6:00 PM - 7. Cycle & Abs Designed to build cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength of the bodies* core with a half hour of cycling followed by a half hour of abdominal work. Abs & Arms Strength training class targeted to Upper Body and Core Muscles on Tuesdays at 6:30. The above classes are free to Mon Valley YMCA members and a fee for nonmembers through the Balanced Body Program. The Balanced Body program offers over 40 weekly classes for every fitness level targeting strength, endurance, flexibility and functional fitness.

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 April:

Music & Movement Take advantage of young children's love for music and movement with this class for 3-5 year olds. This program will increase their endurance, balance, and coordination, and ignite their creativity! Begins Saturday April 5, 10:30 - 11:15 AM.

• Alcohol Month April is Alcohol Month encourages local communities to focus on alcoholism and alcohol-related issues. It began in 1987 as a way of reaching the American public with information about the disease of alcoholism-that it is a treatable disease, not a moral weakness, and that alcoholics can and do recover. • Foot Health Awareness Month During April, the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) wants everyone to think Feet! Foot Health Awareness Month calls attention to the importance of good foot and ankle care and is a time for all Americans to stop and take a good look at their feet. Anyone interested in these topics are encouraged to stop in for free information. Coming May 7 our annual Skin Cancer Screening with Dr. Paul Ruschak. Please call us to register for the Screening at 724-348-6699. Healthy Directions offers on-site laboratory services for blood and urine analysis are 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 drawn and urine specimens collected at the Finleyville station will be tested at the Laboratory at Monongahela Valley Hospital and results of the testing will be sent to the physician designated by the patient. Healthy Directions/Finleyville is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. In addition to special programs and screenings, Healthy Directions features a health education resource library of books, pamphlets, videos, and other information. A referral service also is available, as well as private health education counseling. Additional information is available by calling 724-348-6699.

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MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL EVENTS Unless otherwise noted, the following programs will be held in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) at Monongahela Valley Hospital. CANDY SALE – Wednesday and Thursday, April 1 and 2 at 9 a.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-258-1234. Breast Cancer Support Group - Wednesday, April 1 at 6 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-258-1455. Baby Care Class - Monday, April 6 at 6:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. Learn baby care basics for parents-to-be. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229). Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, April 7, 8, 9 at 8:30 a.m., ECC. 3-day, 2-hour per day education series that focuses on diabetes self-management and care. To register, call 724-258-1483. RSDS Support Group – Tuesday, April 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 724-929-9492. AARP 55 Alive Driving Course - Thursday and Friday, April 16 and 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ECC. Two-day back-to-back sessions. The cost is $10 per person. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call 724-2581234. National Health Care Decisions Day – Thursday, April 16 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monongahela Valley Hospital Lobby. MVH will provide information and tools for the public to talk about their wishes with family, friends and health care providers, and execute written advance directives (health care power of attorney and living will) in accordance with Pennsylvania state laws. For more information, call 724-258-1076. Auxiliary Spaghetti Dinner - Monday, April 20. The event, which is open to the public, will feature spaghetti with meatball, salad, bread, dessert and beverage at $6 for adults and $3 for children. Take-out orders will be available. For more information, call 724-2581234 or 724-258-1167.

prior to the start of classes. For more information, call 724-258-1483. Innovations In Pediatrics - Wednesday, April 22 at 6 p.m., ECC. Board certified Pediatrician Jennifer K. Ripepi, M.D. and a team of health care professionals will present a free program to discuss childhood development with a focus on developmental delays in children. Refreshments will be served. Call 724-2581234 for registration or more information. Red Cross Blood Drive - Thursday, April 23 from Noon to 6 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 1-800-GIVELIFE (448-3543) or online at redcrosslife.org. Breast-feeding Class - Monday, April 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. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229). Public CPR Instruction – Tuesday, April 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. Colorectal Education and Screening Wednesday, April 29 from 1 to 3 p.m., ECC. Monongahela Valley Hospital will offer a free colorectal cancer education and screening in honor of the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Control Month. A distinguished panel of health care professionals that includes Andrew J. Zahalsky, M. D., Director of Medical Oncology at MVH, will provide information during the education portion of the presentation. Susan Kozar, RN, will explain the take home colorectal screening kit with instructions to test for blood in the stool. For additional information about the program, call 724-258-1234.

Cancer Support Group - Monday, April 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.

Advanced Carbohydrate Counting Wednesday, April 29 at 6 p.m., ECC. It is required that initial three-day Diabetes Self Management Training be completed prior to attending Carbohydrate Counting class. At least one week advanced registration also is required. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1148.

Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, April 21, 22, 23 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. 3-day, 2-hour per day education series that focuses on diabetes self-management and care. Registration is required at least one-week

Infant/Child CPR - Thursday, April 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 $25 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required at 724-684-9536.

Patient Safety Takes Precedence at Monongahela Valley Hospital Monongahela Valley Hospital (MVH) celebrated National Patient Safety Awareness Week from March 8 through March 14. Patient Safety Awareness Week is a call to action promoting patient safety and the importance of partnership and effective communication between health care providers and patients. Diane L. Cooper, RN, MVH’s Director of Quality Improvement /Risk Management said, “Patient safety is a top priority at MVH and the results achieved by our Patient Safety Committee and throughout our organization reflect that commitment.“ The MVH Patient Safety Committee is comprised of physicians, community leaders, a patient care representative, the senior vice president of quality, the senior vice president of nursing, the director of education and other health care professionals. The committee meets once a month to review MVH patient safety issues including serious events, unusual occurrences and infrastructure/system incidents. The group also discusses national medical error and incident trends. Mary Lou Murt, RN, Senior Vice President of Nursing describes the committee’s responsibilities as being the center of the wheel – the hub for the patient safety initiative at MVH. Murt said, “During our review we analyze how an incident occurred, who can provide feedback and solutions and what interventions are necessary to remedy the incident or issue. The committee then endorses and communicates the new or enhanced process system-wide.” Extensions of the Patient Safety Committee include The Infection Prevention and Control Team, The Fall Rate Team and The Medication Error Task Force. The Infection Prevention and Control Team ensures that infection outbreaks are eliminated or minimized for the safety of patients, employees, physicians and visitors. The Fall Rate Team’s purpose is to prevent patient falls. An example of the team’s work was to implement the use yellow wrist bands and yellow slippers for patients who are prone to falls thus alerting all staff so they are better prepared. The Medication Error Task Force evaluates, processes and establishes interventions to assist in the prevention of medication errors.

New Breast Care Program Launched at MVH Patricia Green, RN, BSN has been appointed to the position of the Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator. In this position, Patricia will oversee the Comprehensive Breast Care program at MVH. Funded through a grant from the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the program will provide comprehensive breast cancer care for outpatients from diagnosis through surPatricia Green, RN, BSN gery and recovery. It focuses on the medical, emotional, educational and financial needs of the breast cancer patient providing the opportunity to access any and all resources available in MVH and externally. Patricia will also coordinate and facilitate all breast cancer education programs and screenings. Her experience includes oncology nursing and chemotherapy certification through the Oncology Nursing Society and she has been a mentor for nursing students and new graduate nurses. Patricia graduated from Molloy College in New York with a Bachelor ofScience degree in Nursing. She resides in Sutersville, PA, with her husband Robert, three children, ages 9, 8 and 4 and a plethora of family pets.

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The Washington Hospital Gets a Makeover State-Of-The-Art Treatment Facilities Opened In March By Paul Chasko

The Washington Hospital recently held a grand opening for their new building and treatment facilities. The hospital has added 135,000 square feet with a five story expansion to the existing hospital including additional parking. The total cost of the expansion is $69 million which includes $10 million for the renovation of existing spaces. The expansion focused on modernization of those areas of patient care that are most critical â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Emergency Care, Surgical Services Catherine Dames (Director of Emergency Services) and Critical Care. All of these invites visitors into one of the spacious new important patient services are emergency care examining rooms. now available in the new fivestory building. After touring the facilities itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clear that a great deal of overall systems design went into the planning for this expansion. The layout of the facilities has one predominant theme â&#x20AC;&#x201C; efficiency of patient care â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from the moment they enter the facility for treatment. The Dr. Ronald E. Salvitti Center for emergency care has 34 treatment rooms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this will increase to 38 with the renovation of current spaces. It also has four triage rooms. All treatment and triage rooms have state-of-the-art equipment with television. Two digital radiology suites are staffed with technicians 24/7. The physician workstation enables monitoring of all patients. A communications center will permit coordination of all mobile EMS units and direct The newdedicated X-ray machine in the emergency care area. communication with incoming EMS units. The modern emergency treatment mode is to bring services to the patient rather than transporting patients throughout the hospi- are 625 square feet as compared to the curtal for testing. In the new facility, testing rent 425 square feet. They were designed to begins as soon as the patient enters the front minimize the risk of infections. The Post door. Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) increases The Ralph B. and Carol J. Andy Critical from 11 to 14 bays with two isolation Care Center has 26 private patient rooms. rooms. This facility also features a digital Here again, all contain state-of-the-art radiology workstation, which allows for equipment for critical patient care. There immediate processing and viewing of are eight nurseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stations in this unit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; strate- images. gically located so that nurses have visual Throughout all of these facilities, the monitoring of all patients at all times. Even needs of the families of patients have been the beds are modern marvels that allow addressed with comfortable surroundings patient access from all four sides. and even a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play area. The new Medications for the patient are dispensed facilities at The Washington Hospital boast within each room. Wireless computer capa- a significant space expansion accompanied bilities are available for the patient care staff. by a huge leap forward in modern medical The Surgical Services Center of services for the community. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also amazExcellence includes a new outpatient surgi- ing in that feasibility studies began as recent cal unit expanding the current 18 beds to 30 as 2006 and were followed by very successbeds. There are four new operating rooms, ful private and public fundraising camfor a total of ten. The new operating rooms paigns.

Executive V.P. Gary Weinstein shows off one of the bright and airy family waiting areas in the new section.

Barbara Stultz (far left), Manager of the OPSU/PACU/PAT Center, explains some of the features of the new operating rooms.

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JEFFERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER EVENTS FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS AT JEFFERSON REGIONAL

Free Community Stroke Risk Screening, May 1, 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Advanced registration preferred; call 412-469-7100. FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS IN YOUR COMMUNITY Jefferson Regional Medical Center Health Pavilion - 1000 Higbee Drive, Bethel Park Free blood pressure monitoring and medication checks on April 7 and 28, and May 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 9 a.m. Free balance screening, April 15, noon to 2 p.m. No appointment needed Wal-Mart Pharmacy, West Mifflin Free medication/blood pressure checks on April 15 and 29 and May 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 9 a.m. to noon. Clairton Municipal Building - 551 Ravensburg Blvd., Clairton Free Community Stroke Risk Screening, April 4, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 412-469-7100. FREE EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY Jefferson Regional Health Professionals at Wal-Mart Pharmacy, West Mifflin Ask the Dietitian, April 7, 11 am to 1 pm Cardiac Surgery Overview, April 16, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Better Sleep Month, May 5, 11 am to 1 pm National Arthritis Month, May 7, 10 a.m. to noon Counseling Center - Caste Village Mall, Suite M123, Whitehall Free seminars from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call 412-469-7100. Enhancing Life with Meditation, April 6 Psychological Methods for Pain Management, April 20 Enhancing the Enjoyment of Everyday Life, May 4 Jefferson Regional Medical Center Health Pavilion -1000 Higbee Drive, Bethel Park Free Hip and Knee Pain Seminar - April 23 or May 21, 10 to 11 a.m. Call 412-4697100 to register. LOW-COST SERVICES AND CLASSES AT JEFFERSON REGIONAL Diabetes Education: April 7 and 14, 6 to 8:30 p.m. and April 9 and 16, 6 to 8 p.m.; also on May 5 and 12, 1 to 3:30 p.m., and May 7 and 14, 1 to 3 p.m. Call 412-4695234 to register. Senior Services Computer Classes: $45 for two, two-hour sessions. Call 412-469-7099.

AARP Driver Safety: April 7 and 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; also May 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 412-469-7099 to register. LOW COST SERVICES AND CLASSES* IN THE COMMUNITY *May require a physician order; most insurance plans pay the fee. Co-pays vary. Jefferson Regional Wellness Center - 712 Clairton Blvd., Pleasant Hills Call 412-469-7100 Personal Nutrition Coaching: Free for Highmark insurance members. $60 for non Highmark members. Free parking. Discover Relaxation Within I: Free for Highmark members; $65 for non-Highmark members. April 21 and 28, May 5 and 12, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Eat Well for Life I: Free for Highmark members; $65 for non-Highmark members. April 20 & 27, May 4 &11, 6:30 to 8 p.m. HOPE Osteoporosis Prevention Education Program: April 22 and 29, May 6, 13, 20 and 27, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free for Highmark members; $100 for nonHighmark members. Call 412-469-7100 The Dr. Dean Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease - 2033 Lebanon Church Road, West Mifflin Dean Ornish Reversal Program - May 5, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., continues Tuesdays and Thursdays; another session begins May 18, 5 to 9 p.m., continues Mondays and Wednesdays. Call 1-888-676-4744 FREE EVENTS AT JEFFERSON REGIONAL Free Men’s Health Seminar – April 23, 5 to 8 p.m. in the Bibro Pavilion. Call 412469-7100 to register. Hip and Knee Pain Seminar - April 14 or May 12, 10 to 11 a.m.; Call 412-469-7100 to register. Sleep/CPAP/BIPAP Open House: Just walk in, Wednesdays, 7 a.m. to noon, or by appointment. Call 412-469-5981 for details. Health for Her: Parkinson’s Disease: Your Questions Answered - April 20, 5 to 7 p.m. Call 412-469-7100 to register. Growing Through Grief, Rebuilding Hope, April 14 through May 19, Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Call 412-572-8829.

Volunteering Leads to a Better Life Volunteering of your time and/or talents has been a long-standing tradition in the United States with people giving of themselves without any expectation of compensation. Americans’ Changing Lives studies by Musick and Wilson explored the role of volunteering and health benefits. The studies completed showed that volunteering activities are done with the intention of helping others, yet the giver also receives. The benefits to the giver include both health and social benefits. Social networks are formed while volunteering offering a meaning and purpose to life. Roles change as we progress through life and our lives as a parent or wage earner change. The volunteer gains a sense of accomplishment and self worth which can help with the adjustment to the changes in roles. The increased social connectedness also decreases periods of isolation which are associated with increased rates of depression. The physical effects of volunteering are described as the ‘Helper-High’. This emotional moment negates the stress hormones in our bodies. Scientists have identified that the prefrontal lobe of the brain is very active during deeply empathic and compassionate emotional moments. In this care-and-connection part of the brain, it is the interaction with people that evokes the greatest response. The smile, the tone of the voice, the touch on the shoulder and genuine concern are all stimulators of the brain response. The studies have shown a 44 percent reduction in early death among those who volunteered an equal effect of exercising four times a week. These study results were independent of physical health, age, socioeconomic status and gender. Researchers found that when patients with chronic or serious illness volunteer, they receive benefits beyond what can be achieved through medical care. The Americans’ Changing Lives studies also identified whether the amount or type of volunteering that a person participated in was responsible for the health benefits. The results showed that there was a “volunteering threshold.” There is a certain amount of time a person needed to volunteer, and any added time volunteering did not show any

further health benefits. The threshold was noted at one to two hours a week, every week of the year or a total of 100 hours a year. The researchers also studied at what age people volunteered. Individuals who volunteer at an earlier age experience greater functional ability than those who volunteered later in life. Yet at any age, moderate improvements in health benefits were noted. The US Census Bureau and the Center for Disease Control found that states with high volunteer rates had the lowest mortality and incidences of heart disease. Volunteer activities may include picking up a paintbrush, planting trees or working in a soup kitchen. But many nonprofit organizations need professional services like writing business plan, bookkeeping, developing a web site, training workers or acting as a mentor. Web sites such as the United Way, or Nationalservice.gov offer opportunities locally, nationally or globally to match your skill to volunteer opportunities. We humans are social beings. Our social bonds have ensured our survival over the years. We should challenge ourselves to give more to others in our actions and our deeds. It will benefit us all individually and as a whole.

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Upcoming Senior Events at the Venetia Community Center The following information is for the Venetia Community Center located at 800 Venetia Road, Venetia, PA. We are sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging. • April 9th our speaker will be from Washington Medical Equipment, presenter will be Scott Hareza. Some very important information will be given. • Our next program will be April 23rd. Our guest speaker at this luncheon will be Jeffrey Berlingeri, Director of Admissions at Consulate Retirement Village. Again some important information will be presented. Before each meeting, a nurse will be present from 11:00 to 12:00 for Blood Pressure Screenings, followed by a delicious lunch which has been prepared at the Canonsburg Senior Center and brought to our center by some very helpful volunteers.

• Attention all drivers 50 or older. AARP now offers two versions of the driver safety program class. The new class is a four (4) hour one day session and only for those who have taken the course in 2006. You must present a copy of the certificate issued showing your completion of the course. This class will be offered on Monday, May 11, 8:30 to 12:30 p.m. The other class will be Thursday, May 14 and Friday May 15 from 8:30 to 12:30 p.m. Anyone attending the class on Thursday can join us down in the social room by making reservations to Erma Grego at 724-941-6956. The price for both classes is $12.00 for AARP members and $14.00 for non-members, checks made payable to AARP. The classes will be offered at the Venetia Community Center. This is a good way to save on your insurance premiums. For further

information and reservations call Erma Grego at 724-9416956. • Keep in mind and watch for further details of our Open House on June 6th. A good time to search for former students and teachers who attended the Venetia School. Any information will be greatly accepted. • It has been our pleasure to have helped Michael James Dubois to receive his Boy Scout Eagle Badge. Michael drew plans for a great presentation of our recent and on-going brick fund raiser. A wonderful job well done. He used the concrete slab that covered the old cistern that held water for the schools usage prior to the installation of the public water supply.

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Happy Birthday for the month of April: John Dobrich, Eileen Higbee, and Mary Sawezyszyn. Apologies for not mentioning the March Birthdays as follows: Johanna Buri, Eleanor Mullen and Florence Walls. Happy belated birthday.

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Important Tips for Home and Personal Safety 73 year-old mother is a recent widower. She is very independent and Q. My active. I’m concerned that she could become a victim of a crime. Are there any tips that I can recommend to her? often are the targets for crime, whether physical or through fraud. A. Seniors It is assumed that seniors have a “nest egg,” own their own home and have excellent credit. There are a number of steps that can be taken to prevent them from becoming a crime victim. Home Safety • Lock your doors and windows. • Use a timer to turn lights on and off while away. • Notify neighbors and even the police if going away. • Install a peephole in your door. Always look first before opening. • If living alone, record an answering machine message that states, “We cannot come to the phone.” Use “we” rather than “I” in the message. • If you return home and believe someone is in your house, leave the premises quietly and promptly call 911. Out and About • Walk with a friend in high-risk areas. • Plan a route; stay alert to your surroundings. • Carry what you need; avoid large bags and purses. • Check the front and back seats of your car before entering. • Have keys ready. Finances • Use direct deposit. • Be wary of get-rich-quick schemes via telemarketers, the Internet or salespeople. • Never disclose credit card, personal and banking information to someone that does not represent a legitimate company. • Always take your time when making a decision. Legitimate companies won’t pressure you. • Contact your financial institution if you have questions or concerns. It is important to make a mental sketch of the perpetrator and environment. Depending on the nature of the situation, don’t hesitate to call 911, your financial institution, the Better Business Bureau and/or the Attorney General’s office. • Better Business Bureau 412-456-2700 • Elder Abuse 1-866-623-2137 • Consumer Protection 1-800-441-2555 • Do Not Call Statewide Hotline 1-888-777-3406 (removes your phone number from telemarketer call lists.) • Attorney General’s office 717-787-3391 The Health for Her program at Jefferson Regional Medical Center is offering a program titled “A Woman’s Guide: Personal Safety and Self Defense” on April 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Bibro Pavilion on the Medical Center campus, Jefferson Hills. This program is free and open to the public. Call 412-469-7100 to register. Jefferson Regional Senior Services is a free telephone referral service of Jefferson Regional Medical Center that assists area seniors, their families and caregivers with locating available services and programs to meet their needs. Senior Services also offers educational and wellness programs for the community for a nominal fee. Questions? E-mail to seniorservices@jeffersonregional.com call 412-469-7099, or write to Jefferson Regional Senior Services, PO Box 18119, Pittsburgh, PA 15236.

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Breakfast With the Easter Bunny and Egg Hunts! Celebrate The Easter Season With Trax Farms Trax Farms, located on Rt. 88 in Finleyville, will be holding Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, and Easter Egg Hunts on Saturday and Sunday April 4 & 5 and Friday and Saturday April 10 & 11. Breakfast with The Easter Bunny Breakfast Starts at 9:00 a.m. Breakfast Tickets are $7.00 per child. Tickets can be purchased at the customer service desk. There are a limited amount of tickets available, please buy your tickets in advance. • Each child will receive breakfast - (breakfast consists of, cereal & milk, mini donuts, orange drink & apple) • Each child will get to visit the Easter Bunny and do a craft. • Each child can color a picture for our contest Parents, the Garden Café is open for you to purchase fresh coffee,muffins, bagels, and other refreshments! Easter Egg Hunts Egg Hunts run from 10:30 am -2:00pm every half hour. Egg Hunt Tickets are $7.00 per child . There will be 3 separate age-appropriate patches. Tickets can be purchased at the customer service desk. If you need a special time for Egg Hunts there are a limited amount of tickets available per hunt, please buy your tickets in advance. So bring your parents and grandparents, and join us for a hoppin’ good time! For more information call (412) 835-3246. or Visit us at www.traxfarms.com

Pre-School Program Easter Egg Hunt at Mingo Park The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering a Pre-School Program for 3-5 year olds at Mingo Creek County Park on Tuesday, April 7 and Wednesday April 8, 2009. The event will be held at the park office. Two sessions will be available each day. Session I – 10:00 AM Session II - 1:00 PM Pre-Schoolers will be searching Mingo Creek Park for Easter eggs. Remember to bring your Easter Basket. A naturally dyed Easter egg will be made by each child. Pre-registration is required and can be made by calling the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation office at (724) 228-6867. An adult should plan to attend with child. Fee: $1.00 per child. Mingo Creek Park is located 13 miles East of Washington off of Route 136.

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Are We Tending to Our Children's Garden of Hope? (NewsUSA) - Spring is in the air. During these months of renewal and growth, ask yourself whether you are doing all you can to help a child in need. Are you helping to plant the seeds of success in children less fortunate; those who perhaps are lingering in foster care because they were abused or neglected? The findings from a National Online Harris Poll commissioned by the National Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Association show that 87 percent of Americans believe improving foster care should be a national priority. The poll also found that although the community deems the issue important, 83 percent of adults polled know little or nothing about the experiences of children in foster care. Despite their lack Court Appointed Special Advocates of awareness of foster care, 73 percent of help children in foster care. adults surveyed agree that they have the potential to positively influence the lives of foster children. "These are people we – and our foster youth – so desperately need," said National CASA CEO Michael Piraino. "We know that when a CASA volunteer is involved, children are 95 percent less likely to re-enter the foster care system. There are people out there who are willing to help, they just don't know how." When asked what foster children want, they say it's simple – "We just want someone to be there to listen. We trust people who are willing to listen to us." "African-American children represent 32 percent of America's 510,000 children in foster care but only 15 percent of the general population. Not only are these children disproportionately overrepresented in foster care, but once in the foster care system, children of color tend to receive fewer services, stay in care longer and generally have worse outcomes than white children," said Ernestine S. Gray, National CASA Board president and Orleans Parish Juvenile Court Judge in New Orleans. To learn about volunteering, visit www.nationalcasa.org. You can also call 1-888-8058457. Today, more than 950 CASA/GAL offices operate in 49 states, with more than 59,000 men and women serving as CASA/GAL volunteers.

Support Group Presentation For Special Needs Children Dr.Tonja DiCamillo is hosting another parent support group of families with special needs. On April 21st at 7 pm at McMurray Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine in McMurray, Dianna McCord, the coordinator of for ELKS Home Service of Washington County will come and share about what they have to offer to families. The mission statement for the PA ELKS Home Service Program states “To support and promote the independence of individuals with developmental disabilities, by providing advocacy services in their home environment.” These disabilities can be physical or mental delays. More information can be found at their website www.paelks.com/files/Homeserv.htm. More information about this program and upcoming programs can be found at www.mcmurraypediatrics.com. McMurray Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine is located at 6000 Waterdam Plaza Dr., Suite 280 in McMurray. For more information or to RSVP, call 724-941-8199. Please RSVP by April 13th. Families of special needs children or professionals who work with special needs are invited to attend.

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Automotive Protect Yourself From Digital Odometer Fraud

ters, used in the majority of vehicles built nowadays, are easier to manipulate. Plus, there's virtually no physical evidence of tampering. Carfax offers car buyers these helpful tips to avoid buying a rolled-back car: • Demand a Carfax Vehicle History Report from the seller; • Examine the wear on the pedals, steering wheel, floor (NAPSI)-When looking at a used car, one of the mats, etc. to make sure they are consistent with the first things consumers ask about is the mileage. After mileage reading; and all, a vehicle with 40,000 miles on the odometer is • Have a trusted mechanic check the car's computer much more desirable than one that's logged 80,000 and inspect the vehicle thoroughly prior to purchase. or more. "Odometer fraud is alive and well," said Larry Perhaps, then, it is not surprising that a growing Gamache, communications director at Carfax. "Con number of sellers are trying to "turn back time" on men continually find ways to cheat the system, espetheir cars and trucks, changing the mileage to a lower cially in a soft economy like this, and digital odometers reading that artificially inflates the resale value. are no exception. We cannot stress enough that conNew research results from Carfax show that the sumers need to utilize every resource available to help number of cars with rolled-back odometers has protect them, starting with a Carfax Vehicle History increased 57 percent nationwide over the last four Buyer beware: A used car with low mileage may Report. Simply asking the seller for a Carfax Report and have had its odometer rolled back. years. For that reason, used-car shoppers everywhere questions about the car helps separate the good guys need to take every precaution to avoid becoming a from the bad guys." victim of this rampant scam. As a service to consumers, Carfax lets you check for potential odometer rollbacks free of According to NHTSA, more than 450,000 cases of odometer rollbacks were reported in 2002, but that number is likely much higher today. Why? Experts believe digital odome- charge at www.carfax.com/odo.

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School News Thomas Jefferson School District News Gill Hall Elementary PTA Family Bingo Night Raises Funds for Olivet Presbyterian Food Bank The Gill Hall Elementary PTA Family Bingo Night held in February, was a great success! More than 200 people came to play bingo, eat food, and win prizes. Attendees also had the chance to win door prizes and 24 “themed” prize baskets, which were made from parent and teacher donations. As a result of the event, the PTA donated four boxes of canned goods to the Olivet Presbyterian Food Bank and also raised $1,420.50 for the food bank. The Olivet Presbyterian Food Banks serves about 60 families a month by providing them with nonperishable items and toiletries. These families all come from the local area, and most are working families that just cannot make ends meet with today's rising costs. The following companies graciously donated money, food, and other items that helped make Bingo Night a great success: Walmart, Giant Eagle, Kribel's Bakery, Curry Foodland, Pastries A'la Carte, IGA, Pizza Hut, Payless Shoes, Weiss Meats, Eat n' Park, Prime Stage Theatre, Banana Peppers, Chicken Derby, Italian Village Pizza, 1st and Goal Collectibles, Mia Bella's Candles, and Peace of Eden Spa. Jeanne Sluk, PTA Bingo Chair, would like to thank everyone who helped out, especially the Bingo Committee, Jackie Karwowski, and Lori Danen.

Local Teens Honored at Amelia Earhart Dinner On February 4, 2009 the Zonta Club of Washington County held their Twentieth Annual Amelia Earhart Award Dinner. At the event, fifteen area junior high school ladies were recognized for their volunteer work and leadership in community service. The evening was a celebration of the commitment, accomplishments and potential of this tremendous group of young women, each a representative of their school. Each year, school counselors from every Washington County high school are asked to select one young lady to represent their school as an Amelia Earhart Honoree. Their recommendations are based on specific criteria established by Zonta. The girls are evaluated for their overall spirit of volunteerism, demonstrated time commitment with documented hours of service, and their ability to lead and inspire other students to participate. The service projects and volunteer activities supported by the young ladies can be diverse, and can be focused on Washington County agencies as well as national and international causes. This award is named for Amelia Earhart – a member of Zonta and a fitting role model for young women aspiring to reach their potential and achieve positions of leadership in whatever field they choose. Amelia Earhart was an internationally famous flyer when she disappeared in 1937 on a roundthe-world flight. The aviation pioneer was a member of the Zonta Club of Boston, which was Ms. Earhart’s only non-professional affiliation. The Zonta Club of Washington is pleased

to announce the 2009 Amelia Earhart Honorees and the schools they represent: Brittany Brandenburg of Avella, Laura Molesky of Bentworth, Amanda Seader from Bethlehem Center, Kathryn Dlugos from Bishop Canevin, Nicole Lin Kramer of Burgettstown, Lauren Turosik of California Area, Dana DeSafey from Canon-McMillan, Alyssa Helster of Charleroi; Rebecca Mobley from Chartiers Houston, Kelsey Cloonan of Fort Cherry, Julianne Popivchak from McGuffey, Amber Doerr of Peters Township, Chantelle Bellavance of Ringgold, Lindsey Kudaroski from Trinity Area and Sarah Boice from Washington. Each girl received an Award Certificate and a $200 Savings Bond. Like Amelia, these young women take on challenges and strive to chart new territory as they reach out into their communities to help others – their service projects help a broad variety of worthy charities. Like Amelia, they are bright and energetic and willing to step out of the mold – each has distinguished themselves from their peers, through their service, as well as in their academics, in sports, the arts, sciences or often, a combination of several of these. And like Amelia, they have the courage and fortitude to work hard to achieve success and make a difference in their world. Miss Amanda Saeder representing Bethlehem Center High School was recognized with the 2009 Exemplary Service Award for the extent of her volunteerism and the variety of the many different charities and organizations she supports.

Head Start Enrolling Now For Next Year The Head Start programs of Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh are currently enrolling children age’s three to five for the upcoming school year. Head Start is a federally funded program that provides pre-school children with comprehensive and flexible programming designed to promote kindergarten readiness by increasing language development, pre-reading, pre-math, writing and social skills. Parents of children with special needs are encouraged to enroll. Head Start provides FREE quality early education services to families who meet the required federal guidelines. To enroll your child, call 1-866-214-KIDS (5437). For more information about the early childhood education programs offered by Allegheny County Department of Human Services and the City of Pittsburgh visit www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/headstart.aspx.

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MCRS Announces Honor Roll THE FOLLOWING AREA STUDENTS HAVE MADE THE HONOR ROLL FOR MADONNA CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL FOR THE SECOND QUARTER. Grade 8 Highest Honors - Nick Hudak, Jeremy Smida, Lauren Stroh, Jillian Sukel Samantha Middlemiss, who is used to performing on stage, sings a song.

Jada Castor does a cute dance number during the talent show

Finley Middle School Holds Family Fun Event to Help Raise Funds For Teacher

A group of lively dancers – “Air Force One”

Honors - Aaron Agostoni, Domenic Ferrari Grade 7 Highest Honors - Alyssa Smydo High Honors - Victoria Albert, Julia Alvarez, Ryan Konek, Anna Quattrone Honors - Shayn Dooley, Rachel Ritzer, Maggie Sukel Grade 6 Highest Honors - Emily Grandinette, Weston Homa, Anthony Koval A nice duet was performed by Cathy Brooks and Amanda Dalas

High Honors - Kassy Behanna, Caitlin Caldwell, Christina Greaves, Alaina Nickolls, Alexandra Massari, Bethany Pina, Zachary Quattrone, Delaynie Stevenson Honors - Chris Bostich, Nick Fowkes, Michelle Harris, Rose Hawk, Taylor Koziel, Nick Lentz, Hannah Macko, Anne Perunko, Kayle Profrock

By Paul Chasko

March 12 was the fifth annual “Finley Family Fun Night” (FFFN) and this year it was special as a portion of the proceeds were donated to the family of Mrs. Margie Fogiato (consumer science teacher) who recently passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. The evening kicked off with a Faculty vs. Student basketball game followed by chow in the cafeteria and ended up with an 18 act talent show! Throughout the afternoon and evening an enormous bake sale took place in the halls of Finley Middle School. At the end of the basketball game the scoreboard indicated a faculty win by the score of 44 - 42 but as I see it the scoreboard didn’t indicate the actual winning team. You see, most basketball pairings are pretty even relative to size and fitness – so there were definitely some other factors at play in this game. I awarded the faculty team a small handicap for age and I awarded the student team a somewhat larger handicap for height – or lack thereof. When the numbers popped up on my calculator, I found that the student team actually won 52 - 46 – case closed. The talent show starred a lot of kids brave enough to get up on the stage and show off their talents – and there seems to be some promising talent in Finley Middle School. Overall, the event was a great success and families had a great time and were proud to help raise funds for one of their beloved teachers.

High Honors - Cameron Bartkus, Emily Costantino, Ross DeLattre, Jacob Foglia, Hunter Homa, Erin McDonald, Christine Slavick, Corey Stefan, Stephen Weinstein

This FMS student makes her move during the students versus faculty basketball game.

Faculty team reserves warming the bench

Lining up for the half-time scooter relay

SVS Student Advances to State Geo Bee Competition St. Valentine School eighth grader Hayley Dowd has been selected as a semifinalist in the 2009 Pennsylvania Geographic Bee. This state-level competition will be held at Penn State University on Friday, April 3, 2009. Hayley competed against her fellow students in January to become the St. Valentine School winner. She then took a qualifying test versus other school-level winners. The National Geographic Society invited the students with the top 100 scores in each of the 50 states, as well as the District of Columbia, the Department of Defense Dependent Schools, and the U.S. territories, to compete at the state level. The state winner will receive $100, the “National Geographic Collegiate Atlas of the World,” and a trip to Washington, D.C., where he or she will represent Pennsylvania in the national finals at the National Geographic Society headquarters, May 19 and 20, 2009. Hayley is the daughter of Blaine Shiff and Donna Dowd.

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ELIZABETH FORWARD SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS E-F High School European History Class Learns By "Living" Their Assignment By Alice Harris

It is said that the best way to learn is by doing. Elizabeth Forward High School’s AP European History Class, taught by Marie Momeyer, did just that. Their assignment was to choose a person in history and learn all the interesting things about them, especially what is not told in history books. Students also had to design and wear an outfit that person would have worn, become that person for a day, and share their gained knowledge of that person with the rest of the class. The hands on lesson finished with a day out of the classroom and a period dinner at Rockwell’s Red Lion in Elizabeth. As seen by the smiles on the faces of the Students, it was an enjoyable and valuable assignment in which to participate, and one they will never forget. (PHOTOS BY ALICE HARRIS)

Scientists Antoine and Marie Lavosier, Emily de Chatelet, and Maria Sibylla Merion.

King Henry VII of England and Family and four of his six Wives.

Authors the Bronte sisters, Jane Austin, Emily de Chatelet, George Sands, andJohann Gutenburg.

Philosophers Alexander I, Adam Smith, and Karl Marx.

Home School Outdoor Classroom Eco Action Day

Warrior, Saint and Heroine, Joan of Arc.

Princesses Anne of Denmark, Marie Antoinette, Marie de Medici, Madame du Pompador, Madame du Berry, and Marie Louise.

Explorers Ponce de Leon, Hernando Cortez, and Magellan.

Musicians Mozart, Beethoven, and Panganini.

The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering an “Eco Action Day” Home School Outdoor Classroom at Mingo Creek County Park. The program will be held on Thursday, April 16 at Shelter 4. Two sessions are available: Session I will begin at 10 a.m. and Session II will begin at 1 p.m. Join us for an Earth Day Celebration. The students will take a “What Does Not Belong Hike” to search for man-made items in nature. We will also investigate water to find out where water pollution comes from and how it effects our environment. How can we reduce or even eliminate water pollution? Bring a pair of water shoes or boots. Together we can make a difference! Please note that this program is designed for elementary aged home schooled children. Pre-registration is required and can be made by calling the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation office at 724-228-6867. There is no fee for this program. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington, PA off of Route 136.

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Madonna Catholic Regional School News

Career Day at MCRS

Middle school students at Madonna Catholic Regional School recently celebrated Catholic Schools Week with a career day

Play-Skool! First Grade Students at Madonna Catholic Regional School took advantage of the recent warm weather for some outdoor fun! Aaron Agostoni, Ross DeLattre and Steven Weinstein learn about the career of Aramark chef Jeff Cowoski.

Counting The Days Kindergarten Teacher Mrs. Leslie Koziel is shown working on the daily calendar with students Jesse Sala, Kristina Rydbom, Jacob Brigode, and Nadia Reyna.

Madonna Catholic Regional School Registration Information Madonna Catholic Regional is dedicated to the spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, physical and cultural development of its students. Registration is being accepted for all students in Preschool through Grade 8. 2-Day Preschool students must be 3 by September 1, 2009. Families with 4/5 year olds have four different Pre-Kindergarten Programs to select from including 3 and 5 1/2-Day sessions and 3 and 5 Day Full- Day sessions. Kindergarten is a Full Day Program and children must be five years of age before September 1, 2009. All parents enrolling a child are required to bring their child's birth certificate, immunization record and baptismal certificate (if applicable) to registration. There is a $25.00 registration fee at application. Tuition Assistance is available! MCRS is located at two sites: Monongahela houses 3 Year Old Pre-School through - Grade 3 and Donora houses Grades 4-8. Please call: Monongahela 724-258-3199 or Donora 724-379-5977.

Domenic Ferrari, Jillian Sukel and Erin McDonald speaking with representatives of careers in cosmetology, sports marketing and dance.

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PETERS TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS

RINGGOLD SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS

PTMS Student Council Raises $7,700 for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Students and staff at Peters Township Middle School raised $7,700.31 for the patients of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through the “Pasta For Pennies” program sponsored by the Middle School Student Council. Each day, students would donate in their 9th period class and the amounts would be tallied overnight to keep the friendly competition going throughout the 13 day donation period. The winning class brought in a grand total of $1,375.86 with the second place class not far behind with $1,259.91. The winning class will receive a pasta luncheon from the Olive Garden. Some staff members used the opportunity to explain to the students how the lymphatic system works. Mr. Terry Wagner, teacher of the second place class, used Lance Armstrong and the personal success story of a student’s father who was in remission as the inspiration to motivate the students for this worthy cause. The event also corresponded with the building’s Character Counts initiative as the word of the month was compassion. Some of the teachers from GEC on hand at the event were (pictured left to right) Mrs. Kirby, Mrs. Thorne, Mrs. Ghilani, Mrs. Savarino

Gastonville Elementary Center Celebrates PTA Founders Day By Michele Abel, VP – Parent Teachers Association (PTA)

(front row l-r) Ms. Trisha Maddas, Student Council Co-Advisor; Jessica McElroy; Tyler Welden; Mrs. Marcia Bastyr, Student Council Co-Advisor. (Middle - holding sign l-r) Ed Taimuty, Scott Hanlon, Rachel Hobbs, Audra Bastyr; (back, l-r) Harry Bushmire, 7th grade teacher/1st place collector; Ms. Robyn Browell, Leukemia survivor and former student of PTMS; Mr. Terry Wagner, 7th grade teacher/2nd place collector; Ms. Terese Marszalek, from the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society; Mrs. Natalie Jahn, Spanish teacher/3rd place collector.

Bower Hill Elementary Wins Outstanding Library Award The school library at Bower Hill Elementary School has been chosen as the winner of the 2009 Outstanding Individual School Library Information Center Award by the Pennsylvania School Librarians Association. The award is designed to recognize an outstanding school library information program which is an integral part of the educational program of all students. Mrs. Myra Oleynik, the School’s librarian, will be presented with the award at the organization’s annual conference in Penn State in April.

On February 5, the Gastonville Elementary Center PTA moms and teachers gathered together by candlelight to celebrate the PTA’s 104th birthday. The Founder’s Day Event was catered by PTA members and including roast beef; broiled chicken, parsley potatoes, baked ziti, green beans and salad. The dessert table included Texas sheet cake, a luscious chocolate fountain with strawberries, pretzels, marshmallow treats and homemade biscotti. The evening was full of candles and roses, friends and conversation. An appreciation presentation was shown to honor all the hardworking people of PTA. Every guest was presented with a homemade chocolate treasure box with raspberry M&Ms and a thank you poem. The event ended with door prizes and more chocolate!!! The evening was a complete success thanks to good friends and their hard work. A special thank-you to Crossroads Ministries for the use of their facilities, Michelle Dupree, from Dupree’ Greenhouse for the roses, Mona Musser from Two Sisters Catering for the use of their equipment. Also, a special thanks to all the local businesses who donated to our event: Finleyville Hardware, Bull International, Son of a Beach Tanning, LaVie Nails, Hair O Dynamics, My Sister’s Shop, Badlands, Vocelli’s and Olive Garden.

Parent PTA members in attendance – (Pictured from left to right) Christine McGee, Tanya Kainz, Donna Otto, Terri Sanders, Lee Sinz, Tracy Gerard

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Jefferson Hills Library 925 Old Clairton Road

April 17 and running through May 22. The program features singing, stories, open playtime and a craft.

Jefferson Hills LibraryPA 15025 Pittsburgh,

(412) 655-7741

Children’s Story Time The Library will hold Story Time for 3 year olds at 2 pm on Wednesdays, April 1st, 8th,15th and 22nd. The children will enjoy songs and finger plays as well as great stories. Preschool (including kindergarten) children ages 4, 5 and 6 can enjoy stories, songs, movement and finger plays at Jefferson Hills Library at 10:30 am or 1:30 pm on Thursdays, April 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd. Book Buddies Book Buddies (first, second and third graders) will meet Thursday, April 16th, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Join us to enjoy stories, discussion, a craft and snack during this evening. Historical Society Meting The West Jefferson Hills Historical Society will meet Wednesday, April 22nd at 7 pm. The topic of the evening will be “Traffic on our Rivers” presented by George Wilson and Clarence Domer. Riverboat models will be displayed.

Monongahela Area Public Library 813 W. Main Street Monongahela, PA 15063 (724) 258-5409 “A Ladies Day Out” The Monongahela Area Library Friends of the Library will host a vendor show on Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reps from Lia Sophia Jewelry, Mary Kay Cosmetics, The Pampered Chef and Graceful Spirit Designs will be on hand. Raffle baskets will also be available. Spring Storytime Ages 30 months through 5 years. Friday mornings at 10:30 a.m. starting

Toddler Time An introduction to Storytime at the library, the program is for children 18 months through age 3. The program features nursery rhymes, simple songs and play as well as one book. Family Fun Hour Children ages 3 -8 and their parent or grandparent are invited on Tuesday, April 28 at 6:30 for an hour of crafts, games and tales. The theme is Take Me Out to the Ball Game – stories about sports and games. Gas Well Informational Program A free informational presentation by Range Resources, Wednesday, April 29 at 6:30 p.m. Company personnel will be on-hand to provide information and answer questions about the natural gas drilling process and the Marcellus Shale formation.

Peters Township Public Library 616 East McMurray Road McMurray, PA 15317 (724) 941-9430 www.ptlibrary.org Children’s Programs Easter Storytime and Egg Hunt Ages: For kids and parents of all ages When: Thursday, April 9 Time: 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Celebrate Easter with a special storytime followed by our very own Easter Egg Hunt! Register in the Children’s Department. Paws for Reading Saturday, April 18, 10 - 11:40 a.m. (20minute time slot) Come into the library, curl up for twenty minutes with a canine companion, and ... you guessed it, read! In this returning program, children in grades 1 and up can visit with a registered therapy dog at the library to gain extra self-confidence and fluency by spending time reading to attentive animals. Call or stop in to the Children’s Department to sign up for your twentyminute time slot.

Girl’s Night Out Ages: Girls in grades 4th - 8th and their moms / caregivers When: 1st Monday of the month, April 6, May 4, June 1, July 6, August 3 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. It’s a girls night out! This after-school group meets once a month - just us girls! Enjoy reading together, watching chick flicks, and sharing in this special motherdaughter book club! Register in the Children’s Department. Fans of Fantasy Book Club Ages: Grades 4 and up When: Last Thursday of the month, April 30, May 28, June 25, July 30, August 27 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Attention Harry Potter lovers! Now that the last book has come out ... what do we read next? Fans of fantasy get together for a fun-filled night of games, snacks, prizes, crafts, movies, and much more! Join us as we meet once a month to talk about the new books we’ve read and what we’ll read next. Register in the Children’s Department. Blast from the Past Ages: Grades 2 and up When: Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Date: April 16 Trek back in time to learn skills and crafts from the ancients. Sign up for one or experience them all! Topics include: April 16: Smudge ‘Em if You Got ‘Em! The fine art of smudging Native American style. Souvenir smudging feather provided — handmade by you for you! Register in the Children’s Department Family Pajama Storytime Ages: For kids and parents of all ages When: 3rd Tuesday of the month, April 21, May 19, August 18 (no sessions in June and July) Time: 7:00 - 7:45 p.m. Bring the whole family to this once-amonth evening storytime. Come in your pajamas for a night of crafts, snacks, movies, and, of course, stories! Register in the Children’s Department. Family Fun Movie Night Are movie prices getting you down? Not sure how to spend time with the family on a budget? We have just the solution for you! Starting in April, we’ll keep the library open after hours to host a monthly

Family Movie Night, complete with popcorn! Movies will be shown in the Teen Reading Room using the overhead projector and big screen. Ages: All ages welcome When: Fridays, April 3 Movie: X-Men (rated PG-13) Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Before there were The Watchmen, we had X-Men! Come and celebrate the exciting genre of graphic novel movies with a late night screening of the X-Men. Next movie night: Friday, May 1. Programs for Young Adults X-treme Sports Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When: Thursday, April 9 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. April is Sports Safety Month. To celebrate this event, the library will provide an opportunity to participate in fun physical activities and to learn about extreme sports that get your adrenaline going. Stump the Librarian Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When: Monday, April 13 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. In honor of National Library Week, come to the library to play “Stump the Librarian” trivia game! Prizes will be awarded and fun will be had by all! Movie Night Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When: Monday, April 16 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Tired of homework? Ready to take a break from studying? Come join us for an evening of movies, food, and fun. Selected movies will be rated no higher than PG-13. National Library Week Event Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When: Saturday, April 18 Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Celebrate the end of National Library Week with us here at the Teen Reading Room. We’ll discuss favorite books of the year, enjoy some fantastic crafts and activities, and give out some spectacular prizes!

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Peters Twp Library News

magic to your garden this spring. Register at the library’s circulation desk

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Take Care with Jennifer Antkowiak When: Saturday, April 4 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 p.m. Presented by: Jennifer Antkowiak, author and Executive Producer / Host of TV talk show jennifer. Get rid of the excuses. Get rid of the guilt. Make taking care of yourself a priority. Jennifer will discuss her newly-released book, How to Take Care of Yourself While You’re Taking Care of Others, which gives 100 different ten minute plans that will bring mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual balance to your life. A busy mom and former TV news anchor, Jennifer taps into the expertise of those she’s interviewed over 17 years to give you practical, easy-to-use methods for looking and feeling better in ten minute chunks of time. A book signing will follow. Register at the circulation desk, call 724-941-9430, or email caweaver@ptlibrary.org.

Karaoke Party! Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When: Thursday, April 23 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Come celebrate National Karaoke Week with us! Show off your singing skills and enjoy some great snacks, too! Prizes will be given to the greatest karaoke stars. Programs for Adults Gaming Workshop for Adults When: Monday, April 20, May 18, June 22, July 27, August 24 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Location: Teen Reading Room Parents and adults, are video games a mystery to you? Are you curious to learn about the Wii and XBox your kids are so excited about? If so, the Teen Reading Room is offering a monthly gaming workshop for adults only and hosted by Peters Township’s resident gaming expert, Brooke Blackman. Come by to learn how to operate and play Wii games such as Wii Sports, MarioKart and Guitar Hero. Also offered will be a workshop on the popular XBox game “Rock Band.” Register at the library’s circulation desk. Build Your Own Fairy Garden When: Thursday, April 2 Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $10.00 per person ($15.00 per adult and one child (ten years or older) Presented by: Nanct Vejlstrup, Exhibit Designer for Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and the Carnegie Museum of Natural History Whether it’s fairies, gnomes or elves that give your garden that special sparkle, you’ll want to encourage them to stay around. How better to do that than to build them a unique, miniature garden of their own? This class will teach you how. This garden can be planted in a container of its own or at the base of an old tree. We’ll discuss “fairy houses” and how a walk in the woods can provide you with many of the natural materials needed. It doesn’t matter if it’s a “Toad Abode” or a cookie factory in a hollow tree, you’ll want to add that special

Cover Letters and Resumes When: Wednesday, April 8, or July 8 Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Cost: $6.00 This hands-on course will teach students how to use Microsoft Word on a PC to prepare professional looking cover letters and resumes. The purposes and various formats of each will be covered. NOTES: There must be a minimum of 5 people registered (and paid) for the class to be held. Register at the library’s circulation desk. Please note: there is no charge for this class. Doing Research on the Web When: Wednesday, April 15 Time: 7:00 - 8:45 p.m. Cost: $6.00 This hands-on course will teach students how to do research on the Internet. Topics covered will be search engines, search strategy structure and language, links, and an examination of the various databases available in the library. Pre-registration is required. NOTES: There must be a minimum of 5 people registered (and paid) for the class to be held. Registration is not complete until payment is received; register at the library’s circulation desk.

Pleasant Hills Library 302 Old Clairton Road Pittsburgh, PA 15236 (412) 655-2424

Conversation Salon Friday, April 3. 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Pleasant conversation and light refreshments. Please call the library to register. Teen Talk Saturday April 4. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Come join us at the Pleasant Hills Library for Teen Talk. Books and pizza - it doesn’t get any better. New members welcome. Pre-School Storytime Tuesday April 7. 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM. Storytime for ages 3 1/2 - 5. TCE Income Tax Preparation Assistance Tuesday April 7. 12:30 PM - 8:00 PM The library will again offer free tax help. Volunteer tax preparers will be available from 12:30 until 8:00 p.m. There are no appointments. Persons seeking help must sign in at the front desk and will be seen in the order they arrive. Patrons are asked to remember to bring their property tax receipts as these can be added to the standard deduction. Also, anyone who did not get a stimulus payment last year may be eligible to receive one this year. This will be the last tuesday for income tax assistance. Writer’s Group Tuesday April 7. 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Newcomers welcome. If interested, leave your name at the library desk or call 412-655-2424. Knitting Group Wednesday, April 8, 15, 22, 29. 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Come and join our knitting group every Wednesday evening. Group lead by Colleen Maguire-Haught. Contact: Colleen Maguire-Haught 412-580-4125 Tot Time Thursday April 9. 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Storytime for ages 2 - 3.

Bedtime Family Story Time Monday April 13. 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM ‘If You Were A Penguin’, written by Florence and Wendell Minor, has been named the 2009 selection for the Pennsylvania ONE BOOK, EVERY YOUNG CHILD early literacy program. Please register at the library or call 412655-2424. Puppet Show Wednesday April 15. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM In celebration of National Library Week, we will be presenting a puppet show performed by Steve Abrams. The name of the show is “Puppet Theatre Inside Out with Aesop’s Fables”. Suggested ages 4-8 years old. Adult Book Discussion Monday April 20. 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Join the group for the One Book, One Community 2009 selectionThe Giver by Lois Lowry Contact: Sharon Julian-Milas 412-655-2424 milass@einetwork.net Prince of Peace Preschool Visit 3 year olds Thursday April 23. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Scheduled visit from the 3 year old Prince of Peace Preschool Class. Antique Road Show Saturday April 25. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Event held in the Community Room of the Pleasant Hills Borough Building. Antique Appraisals by Anthony Luppino 12 - 3 PM for $5 (up to 3 items). There is a Chinese Auction and Mini Book Sale, and dealers will be on hand to buy scrap gold & jewelry. 6-foot tables are available to dealers, crafters, and the public of $20 for 1 table, or $30 for 2 tables. Registration for tables is required. Applications are also available at the library. All proceeds benefit the library. Contact: Joanne Chamberlin 412-653-1587 j_chamberlin@verizon.net Tai Chi Thursday April 30. 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Learn the basics of Tai Chi. Please pre-register. Contact: Shirley Gealy at 412-655-2424

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South Park Township Public Library 2575 Brownsville Road South Park, PA 15129 (412) 833-5585 Children’s Programs Family Storytime Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. March 31-April 21 May 12-May 26 Kids ages 2-6 and their tucker-iners are welcome at these fun storytimes! Kids –wear your PJ’s! Preschool and Kindergarten Storytime Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. thru April 28 Children ages 3 through 5 are welcome to join the fun with stories, songs, and crafts. Toddler Time! Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. thru April 28 Children ages 18 months to 3 years are invited to attend this action-packed storytime just for them! Baby Lapsits Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. thru April 29 Join us for fun baby lapsits for infants through 18 months. They are great way to introduce your child to books! Webkinz Club Wednesdays at 6:30p.m. April 22: Makings for Mom All school-aged kids are invited to bring their favorite WEBKINZ stuffed animal to the library for some fun games and crafts. Fairies and Elves Children ages 6-10 are invited to enter the world of fairies and elves at this monthly program. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, April 2 at 6:30 pm.

Magic Tree House Book Club Students in grades 2-4 are invited to join this special book club based on the very popular series by Mary Pope Osborne. Join us to discuss the book, play games, and make a craft! Midnight on the Moon: April 23 at 7:00 p.m. Hour of the Olympics: May 7 at 7:00 p.m. American Girl Book Club Girls in grades 2-4 are wanted to join this special book club! Each month we will focus on a different American Girl and learn about the time period in which she lived! Snacks and crafts are part of this fun evening. Happy Birthday Samantha: April 30 at 7:00 p.m. Meet Julie: May 14 at 7:00 p.m. Special Event One Book – Every Young Child Celebration Thursday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m. Children ages 3-5 are invited to a fun evening of penguin stories, snacks, and crafts in celebration of this year’s chosen selection If You Were a Penguin by Wendell and Florence Minor. Are you ready to let go of your Legos? The Children’s Department of the South Park Township Library would like to Get Creative at the Library this summer with our summer reading club! A Lego Club is being planned for all ages as a fun family event. The library would appreciate any donations of Legos in all shapes and sizes for this club. Please think of the library when you do your cleaning this spring! Adult Programs Vampire: Blood and Empire Thursday, April 2 at 6:30 p.m.

Professor Helena Goscilo from the University of Pittsburgh will be at the library to discuss the phenomenon of vampires in literature and movies. Please call 412-833-5585 to register. Harrier in Action Tuesday, April 7 at 7:30 p.m. Dr. J. E. Michaels, who has authored three books on military aircraft, will share his knowledge of the outstanding AV-8 HARRIER, focusing on the concept of vertical short take off and landing (V/STOL). This presentation will appeal to aviation enthusiasts, aviation modelers and those who enjoy military history. Please call 412-833-5585 to register. Unlocking the Classics Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra brought to you by the Allegheny County Library Association Tuesday, April 14 at 1:00 p.m. Jim Cunningham, WQED’s Senior Executive Producer, will be joined by a Pittsburgh Symphony musician or staff member to offer an insider’s view on the PSO, its upcoming concerts, and music making. Please call 412-833-5585 to register. Hormones in Food and Household Products: Health Effects and Safer Choices Monday, April 27 at 7:00 p.m. Maryann Donovan, PhD, MPH will be at the library to discuss how some chemicals can function like hormones. These chemicals called “Endocrine Disruptors” can be found in food and household products and may increase risk for health effects. This lecture will identify some of these chemicals and how we can reduce exposure to them by making healthier choices in the food we eat, the household chemicals we use, and the personal care products we purchase. Please call 412833-5585 to register.

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Mother’s Day Tea Friday, May 1 at 7:00 p.m. Come to the library to relax and enjoy tea and scones with the Victorian Tea Ladies. Wear your best Mother’s Day Hat and win a prize. Space is limited so please call 412-833-5585 to register. Knitting Club Saturday, April 4 & 18 Our knitting expert, Jane Ruperto, is at the library to help with your knitting projects. All skill levels are welcome. Please call to register if you are new to the club. South Park Library Book “Lust” Club Thursday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m. Challenge yourself to read interesting and compelling novels with a great group of readers. We welcome all new members. This month’s selection is the Allegheny County Library Association’s One Book One Community selection of The Giver by Lois Lowry. All new members are welcome. Please call to register if you are new to the club. The library supplies the books to be read. South Park Beading/ Jewelry Design Group Wednesday, April 29 at 6:00 p.m. The beading group meets monthly to make a new and original project. The class is free; however you will be purchasing the semi-precious stone beads that you use. The average cost is $15-20. Space is limited so please call 412-8335585 to register.

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Food & Dining The Hunting Lodge Popular Finleyville Establishment Under New Ownership By Heather Kelley-Latorre

The wear on the back steps leading to the lounge, offer proof of a long-lived favorite. The Hunting Lodge has been around for over 40 years with Marianne Fink as owner for at least 20 of those 40 years. Excited about finally getting a day off, Fink recently sold the business to Nathan Schwab. As the new owner, Schwab has no plans to change much of the well established business. Obviously, he has New owner, Nathan Schwab and his family: The Hunting Lodge has been a local favorite retained the well recognized name and has also retained all of the employees, wife Stacy and son Gavin, invite your family for over 40 years. to stop by for a visit. including Fink, who now helps out during the week. With minimal changes, Schwab is only making improvements. The Hunting Lodge will now accept debit and charge cards. Fridays and Saturdays will have teenager,” he added. live entertainment of small bands with “an acoustic feel.” Football fans can look forward Despite an Information Systems degree from Robert Morris, Schwab has always found to the fall as Schwab will be installing a 60-inch TV. Much of the menu is still the same himself in the kitchen, longing to have his own business. The Hunting Lodge seemed to be with a few extra new items. (Yes! The almost infamous Italian hoagie is still available!) the perfect fit. Schwab literally grew up down the street, over the bridge on McClelland After 12 years as manager and cook of Luciano’s in Bethel Park, pasta dinners have become Road in Peters Township. Schwab’s dad and uncle are still in the area. He remembers “hangtradition for Schwab. Tuesdays in Finleyville are now “all you can eat spaghetti or riga- ing out” at the Hunting Lodge occasionally. toni.” Schwab and his family invite you and your family to stop by for reasonable prices at the Schwab’s experience extends beyond those 12 years at Luciano’s. “I’ve been cooking “only non-smoking bar & restaurant in Finleyville.” For more information or take-out, call: all my life,” said Schwab. “I started doing dishes in a restaurant kitchen when just a (724) 348-7984.

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Barley & Hops Hosts “Blarney Bash” Barley & Hops, located in The South Park Shops, hosted its “Yuengling’s Annual Blarney Bash” on Saturday and Sunday, March 14 and 15 outside in the parking lot. Despite the cold temps, many came out to celebrate The Day of the Irish with a few beers, live entertainment, and eats by Rowdy BBQ. The shop, owned by Tim Santoro and Ray Messmer, offers a wide selection of beer from around the world.

Back in Business! Fresh Face Committed to Fresh Food at Monongahela Vocelli Pizza By Christen M. Stroh

When Vocelli Pizza in Monongahela decided to close its doors in late 2008 due to a gas leak, the pizza chain’s corporate headquarters didn’t see a need to reopen it. Robert Brooks, however, saw things differently. At the end of January, Brooks purchased Monongahela’s Vocelli Pizza and took over the corporate-owned location as a franchise. As the new owner, he continues to run the store as any Vocelli would be run, using the same ingredients to create the same menu items. Having been in the market for a pizza place, purchasing Vocelli Pizza seemed like a good opportunity, and Brooks is no stranger to the pizza-making industry. He has twenty years’ experience under his belt working in places ranging from other franchises like Domino’s and Papa John’s to smaller, family-owned stores. Adopting this concept of working with family, Brooks made his sister, Elizabeth Dallas, his general manager at the Monongahela location. “I’ve also purchased the Vocelli Pizza in Bethel Park,” he explains, “and I’m traveling back and forth between the two sites. I needed someone to manage this store exclusively.” Vocelli Pizza is located at 222 West Main Street in Monongahela and is open Sunday – Thursday from 11 AM – 11 PM. On Fridays and Saturdays, hours of operation are from 11 AM – midnight.

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Couples Learn to Face Economy Together (NewsUSA) - Money certainly can't buy you happiness, but that doesn't mean that suffering finances can't put strain on a relationship. Money doesn't make marriages end in divorce; in fact, financial problems might lead to as little as 5 percent of divorces in the U.S. But when money's tight, couples feel greater strain, which can lead to more disagreements. Couples facing money problems can gain strength from each other. HERE ARE SOME TIPS FOR COUPLES LOOKING TO SUPPORT EACH OTHER THROUGH TOUGH TIMES: • Take time to discover each other's real needs. One spouse might feel alienated, not because there's less cash, but because less cash means fewer restaurant and movie nights. But couples can enjoy quality time together no matter their finances. Free activities, like community movie screenings or museum trips, can provide fun without breaking the bank. Instead of going out to eat, couples can cook meals at home and follow dinner with a romance-inducing beverage, like

Magic Power Coffee (www.magicpowercoffee.com), which combines high-quality arabica coffee beans with healthy herbs. Gingseng, goji berries, epimedium herb and vitamins help increase energy, mood elevation and euphoria -; never a bad thing when pursuing quality time as a couple. • Take a cue from your kindergarten teacher -; use your words and your indoor voice when discussing difficult subjects. Talk about how you feel without putting blame on your partner's actions. If you can't discuss a certain subject without becoming angry, at least attempt to write down your thoughts. • Come up with a plan together. If one partner handles all of the finances, the other person might not realize how tight things are, or when money will be entering or leaving a joint account. Sit down together to determine a spending and saving plan. If you are in debt, consider going to a financial counselor who can help you consolidate loans and develop a sound financial strategy.

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Consumers Turn to Money-Saving Web Sites (NewsUSA) - As the economic recession continues, Americans look to pinch their pennies. And while a good pair of scissors and sales flyers can go a long way toward cutting expenses, many people are printing, rather than clipping, their coupons.

The Web can help consumers save money on everything from prescriptions to groceries.

HERE ARE SOME TOP WEB SITES THAT CONSUMERS ARE USING TO FIND DEALS ON ITEMS RANGING FROM PRESCRIPTION DRUGS TO HOME FURNISHINGS: BidRx.com. Here, the pharmacies bid for your business. This Web site allows registered users to access an auction, where they can view different pharmacies' rates for prescription medications. If a user notices that a pharmacy in another state charges less than their local pharmacy, they can place a mail order to receive their medications at a lower cost. BidRx.com also lists similar drug options that fulfill the same function as their current medications, but at a lower price. When registering, enter M4E014 in the referral code box for immediate savings. Bradsdeals.com. Basically a savings tracker, the Web site bradsdeals.com tells users when their favorite stores and companies offer sales, bargains and other promotions. Users can print out coupons or access codes that

save them money online. Products range from groceries to electronics to clothing. The site updates daily. Pricegrabber.com. If a user knows what item they want to buy, they can search for the item at www.pricegrabber.com. The Web site will show the price of the item as it is sold by different vendors, so users can quickly hone in on the best deal. Bookfinder.com. Whether a user needs text books or a pleasure read, bookfinder.com will show what different vendors charge for the same used or new titles. Mint.com. If an Internet user struggles to keep track of their online spending, they can create a free account at mint.com. Users enter financial information, including credit and debit cards, bank accounts and budget information. The Web site will then help users track and categorize their spending. Mint.com also alerts its users when they receive paychecks or when they exceed a preset budget.

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Entertainment Live Music & Entertainment at Your Neighborhood Hot Spot!

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APRIL Badlands Bar & Grille 724-348-8030 • Finleyville 4 - Kings Ransom 11 - Shovel Head 17 - Todd Jones 18 - The Next 25 - Skillet Hill Thursdays - Karaoke w/ Dave & Michelle Fridays - DJ Dave & Michelle Baltimore House 412-653-9332 • Pleasant Hills 3 - Platinum 4 - Kelly Lynn 10 - Soul Village Duo 11 - Retro 17 - Bon Journey 18 - Velveeta 24 - The Stickers 25 - Todd Jones Thursdays - Karaoke Sundays - Live entertainment Bootsie’s Bar 412-672-1120 • 699 O’Neil Blvd, McKeesport 4 - Woo Hoo Band 11 - Steeltown 18 - Friends of Elvis 25 - Dallas Marks Club Octane 724-317-8326 • Charleroi 1 - Liferuiner, Suffokate w/ The World We Knew 8 - Oceano, The Miles Between, This Or The Apocalypse, 24 - Concert Chaos 2nd Annual Battle of The Bands Eck’s Restaurant & Lounge 1-877-EAT-ECKS • Monongahela 4 - Jim Dudas Oldies Dance 11 - Jim Dudas Oldies Dance Elrama Tavern 412-384-3630 • 1520 Rt 837, Elrama 4 - Eldorado Kings 18 - The Regular Joes 24 - Todd Jones Floreffe Hotel Pizzeria & Lounge 412-384-9927 1617 State St., Jefferson Hills

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Friday, April 3rd Father & Son Band 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM NO COVER! Freddie’s II 412-833-1830 2789 South Park Road, Bethel Park Thursdays - Magician Jason Christopher 6:30-8:30PM

by Mandy Withers-Kozl owski

ATTENTION: local bars, restaurants, & nightclubs If you would like to be included in the monthly “PUMP UP THE VOLUME” section to promote and list your bands, please send us your list of performances each month. There is no fee for this listing. Fax: 412-249-8177 or e-mail: mandy@unionfinley.com or visit www.myspace.com/ufmpuv

Hey Andy Sportsbar and Lounge 724-258-4755 • Monongahela 3 - Back Burner 4 - Bill Ali 10 - Fynal Tyme II 11 - The Klick 17 - The Jades 18 - The Groove Doctors 24 - Southern Discomfort 25 - Beach Party Thursdays - Karaoke Wednesdays - Jam Night Hot House Tap and Grille 724-258-4212 • Monongahela Entertainment 9:00PM - 1:30AM 4 - Ruff House 11 - Karaoke/ DJ 18 - Lucid Factor 24 - Rhyme & Reason 25 - Jill West & Blue Attack Tuesdays - Karaoke/ DJ Thursday - Open Mic/ Musicians welcome Fridays - Karaoke/ DJ The Kickstand Bar & Restaurant 412-384-3080 • 1100 Hayden Blvd 4 - The Klick 11 - Skillet Hill Band 25 - Big Creek Martini’s Restaurant and Lounge 412-384-5910 1215 Rt 885 South, Jefferson Hills Wednesdays -7:30PM - John Mulkerin (piano player/singer) Thursdays - 8:00PM - John Mulkerin (piano player/singer) Fridays - 8:30 - Spider Rondinelli and the Pittsburgh Jazz Giants Saturdays - 3:00 - 6:00 - Spider Rondinelli and the Pittsburgh Jazz Giants

Newman’s Restaurant and Lounge 412-653-6440 611 Old Clairton Rd, Pleasant Hills 3 - Ed Barron 4 - Occasional Reign 11 - The Majestics 18 - The Maguires 24 - Ruff House Olde Large Hotel 412-384-9950 510 Oak Rd, Jefferson Hills 3 - Cellar Dwellers 4 - The Fennels 17 - Marty 24 - The Unexpected 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 Entertainment - 9:30PM -1:30AM 4 - Old Shoes Rock to the Oldies 11 - DJ Galiffa 18 - Phisbins 25 - Southern Spirits Rockin’ Willies Roadhouse 724-745-8844 • Rt. 19 South), Canonsburg Tuesdays - Jam Night w/ Don The Guitarman and other musicians Royal Place 412-882-8000 • 2660 Library Rd (Rt. 88) 10 - Blind Date 24 - King Friday

Roy’s By The Tracks 724-348-7118 • 3710 Rt. 88, Finleyville 3 - Bill Ali 10 Regular Joes 17 - Lois Scott and the Bailers 24 - Bucky Tuesdays - Jam Night w/ Bill Couch Wednesdays- Karaoke w/ Brett Saturdays - Karaoke w/ Rickieoke Sundays - Karaoke w/ Rickieoke Sweeney’s Cafe & Pub 724-929-8383 • Belle Vernon 4 - Cool Front 11 - Southern Spirits 18 - DJ Ben 25 - Brother Jeep Thursdays - Karaoke Terrace Gardens 412-233-2626 • 1180 Woodland Ave, Clairton 3 - Jim Relja 10 - Chuck Corby 24 - Cathy Stewart & Jeff Kenders The Hunting Lodge 724-348-7984 • Finleyville Every Friday - Karaoke, 9:30 PM - 1:30 AM Every Saturday - Live Band or DJ, 9:30 PM NO COVER! The Trolley Stop Inn 412-835-9600 • 6247 Library Rd, Bethel Park Fridays - Magician Jason Christopher 7-9PM Valley Hotel 412-233-9800 • Jefferson Boro Wednesdays - Karaoke w/ Frogster Every Friday - Open Stage Night all musicians welcome

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Monongahela Band “Flyght” in Battle of the Bands The Monongahela-based band ‘Flyght’ will duke it out on stage again on Sunday April, 19 at Saddle Ridge in Station Square, Pittsburgh. The all ages show is from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Flyght won the first round of the competition on February, 22 and are hoping to win again at the finals. The band began playing together in 2003 with co-founders Jeremy Menzer on drums and Jesse Weygandt on guitar and vocals. The two played together for a number of months before adding bassist Corey Hillman and rhythm guitarist Jeff Giovanucci. In 2006, the band acquired keyboardist Corey Young and vocalist Aaron Duda. Over the past two years, as well as making a few more modifications to their lineup (losing Young and Hillman as well as adding current bassist Alan Ashcraft), the band has created a buzz around the local bar scene. They are now getting set to play for their largest crowd yet in the Battle of the Bands. Flyght would like to thank all of their fans that supported them in February and is hoping to see them all and more at the April, 19 show. Tickets for the show are $8 in advance, $10 at the door plus $2 for anyone under 21. For more information about Flyght, go to their website at www.myspace.com/flyght06.

BP Heritage Players Needs Male Dancers For Musical The Bethel Park Heritage Players are seeking a male dancer for the featured tap dance number in our May musical "110 in the Shade." Please e-mail director Chuck Penick at cjnick334@aol.com for more information.

South Park Theatre Announces Upcoming Performances Spring is here and South Park Theatre is getting ready for the upcoming season. Please call 412-831-8552 to order your season ticket or to make your single-show reservations. The theatre is pleased to announce the upcoming performances: South Park Theatre's Main Stage (April 30-May 16) The Elephant Man by Bernard Pomerance Based on the life of John Merrick, a deformed young man. Once a freak attraction in traveling side shows, Merrick is found abandoned and is admitted to Whitechapel for observation. Under the care of a famous young doctor, Merrick changes from an object of pity to the urbane favorite of the aristocracy. But his belief that he can become a man like any other is a dream never to be realized. (May 21-June 6) Beside Yourself by Nick Hall The ultimate mistaken identity comedy! Four actors each play two parts: twins. Some married, some single, all at a motel for a study of human behavior. It takes only one twin wanting an extramarital fling to set off a hilarious chain reaction. Not only is there predictable, farcical confusion, but also a stunning surprise.

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.)

• Official Entry Form •

(Deadline for entries is April 10)

Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the Union-Finley Messenger. Who is the new leader of the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce? What local group renovated a room at the Women’s Shelter in Washington County? Crossroads Ministries will be performing what Easter Musical on April 9 and 10? 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 March Pizza Puzzler winners! JOANNE SLAPPO - South Park • ELEANOR WIGFIELD - Bethel Park

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-------- ITEMS FOR SALE --------SNOW THROWER – (used just 2-times!) – Yard Machines by MTD with Snow King 5 HP Tecumseh Engine. 22” clearing width. Works fantastic. Almost Brand new! I never use the darn thing and it takes up too much space in garage. Cost $575 new. Will___________________________________________________________ sacrifice for $400 firm. Call 412-279-1117. Carry all trailer, 4’ x 6’, no license needed, fits into 2 inch hitch. Call 412-8318998. ___________________________________________________________ Archery Cobra 3 pin sights with light, $45. Boondogle arrow rest $25. Call 412831-8998. ___________________________________________________________ Nikon camera, base only, model 2000 automatic, asking $95, 35mm film only. Call 412-831-8998. ___________________________________________________________ Vivatar telephoto lens, 135 mm. Excellent condition. Asking $65 firm. Call 412831-8998. ___________________________________________________________ MTD Snowblower, good condition, 26”, 8 h.p. electronic start (needs repaired). Asking $450 firm. Call 412-831-8998. ___________________________________________________________ Moving out of state. All items for sale in excellent or very good condition. 1920's Regency style dark wood bedroom chest and dresser $250. Lazy boy sofa with reclining foot rests & heater $150. 4 piece overstuffed family room furniture (sofa loveseat, chair and ottoman), $600. Thomasville DR set (lighted china, oval table, 8 chairs) French country, fruitwood finish, $900: Kimball upright piano with bench, $750. Also, recliner, kitchen table, chairs, lamps, galvanized wash tub, 2nd bedroom set, shelves, more. Call 412-655-4889, L/M. ___________________________________________________________ Body by Jake Cardio Cruiser Exerciser. New – Assembled. Retail $199 -- Sell $70. Two, 10-Speed Bicycles. Best Offer! CALL: 412-714-8896. ___________________________________________________________ 3 PC. SECTIONAL FURNITURE (WITH 2 RECLINERS AND LG. OTTOMAN) DK. BROWN - 2 YRS. OLD ASKING $ 500. 724-348-6947 ___________________________________________________________ Cargo Carrier for 1 1/4 inch receiver. Really nice, lightweight, hitch Hauler.About 5___________________________________________________________ feet long, and out of aluminum. First $50.00. 412-780-5998 call or text! Little Tikes Vintage Outdoor Log Cabin Playhouse - excellent condition. The playhouse measures 60” high x 48” deep x 58” wide. You haul. $120 (cash only). 724-348-6994. ___________________________________________________________

Bike 16” boys Murray with training wheels and hand and coaster brakes. Mint condition – 2 years old – used only at grandma’s house - $30. 724-348-6994 ___________________________________________________________ Ben Roethlisberger Graded Rookie Card! Graded 10 Mint, Highest grade you can get. This is a Score Rookie, and comes encapsulated in holder! $30.00. Call or text___________________________________________________________ me at 412-780-5998 58” flat screen JVC television. Brand new! Won as a prize. Never been used. Must sell. Includes stand. Retails for over $3,500. Will sacrifice for $2,000. 724483-5373. ___________________________________________________________ New ladies Tour Edge Power Gold Club Set. Right hand, light flex, bag and covers___________________________________________________________ included. $299 cash OBO. Call 412-997-3869. Bike helmet and tire pump. Both new. $50 for both. Call 412-997-3869. ___________________________________________________________ For___________________________________________________________ Sale - C.B. Radios, different brands. Call 724-258-4815 Electric Wheelchair. – Brand new. Used only 10-minutes! Cost $5,000. Will sacrifice for $1,800 or best offer. Call 724-258-6896 ___________________________________________________________ Super Steelers Super Bowl games. 1970’s VHS tapes or DVD of the actual Super Bowl games including the classic commercials and pre-postgame footage. These are not the highlight films.Actual recorded games! Super Bowls IX, X, XIII, and XIV. $100 for the complete set of four. A MUST HAVE for any true Steeler fan. Great as a gift. Call___________________________________________________________ 412-279-1117. 1956 upright Piano with matching bench. Like new! Make offer. 724-747-0866 ___________________________________________________________ For Sale: Many horse related items: saddle pads, show halters, bridles, bits and much more. Too many items to list. For a complete list of items send an email to: mimi_1919@yahoo.com - Please put “Horse Items” in the subject field of your email. ___________________________________________________________ Nikon 35MM N-70 body with Nikon 35-80(1.4-5.6) zoom lens also Nikon 80200(4.5-5.6) zoom lens, neck strap, carry bag, filters, new batteries and the manual. Like new condition. Over $800 new, first $150. Charleroi. (724) 483-5467 or e-mail: blackhawkxx@yahoo.com ___________________________________________________________ Nordic gold weight machine $100. Excellent condition. 724-938-3558 ___________________________________________________________ Chair Lift by Acorn. Nearly new, barely used. Indoor/outdoor chair lift. Chair is weatherized. Best offer. Call 724-258-7028. ___________________________________________________________

Impex Powerhouse Home Gym. Model WM 1403. Used Once. $30. Call 724-3484859. ___________________________________________________________ BRASS BED VERY ORNATE, SIZE-DOUBLE $100. COUCH – FREE. EXCELLENT SHAPE. 724-348-4859 ___________________________________________________________ Utility trailer, 5 x 10 with sides. In good condition. Have title and license. All steel construction. Asking $600. Call 724-348-8943. ___________________________________________________________ Antique Oak Bed and matching 2-drawer washstand with drying rack and 3-drawer dresser and framed beveled mirror. All refinished. In good condition. Asking $525 for all pieces. Call 412-384-6704. ___________________________________________________________ Hammond Elegante Organ with Leslie Speakers -Top of the line organ - like new condition - $2500 (724)348-8028 ___________________________________________________________ Pit___________________________________________________________ Bull Puppies. Male $220, female $250, flexible. Call Tom at 724-314-3177. Fireplace tool set by Adams. Antique brass $175.00. Brass log holder $25.00. 724-872-2029 leave clear message. ___________________________________________________________ Cemetery Plots. Jefferson Memorial Park - 4 adjacent lots in "The Garden of the Well" Lot 112A. $2500/all. Can divide. 724-348-5072 ___________________________________________________________ Portable hospital bed - $75. Call 724-328-1766. ___________________________________________________________ Disk (farm), 5 ft. – 3 pt. hitch. $400. Call 724-348-5992. ___________________________________________________________ Trailer (farm), dual wheels, titled. $500. Call 724-348-5992. ___________________________________________________________ Cast iron claw foot bath tub (1912) – good condition. $75. 724-258-4240 ___________________________________________________________ LAWNMOWERS! - Used Lawn Boys, Honda mowers, Snappers,All different types. 25 Lawn Boys, all 2-cycle. Great for landscaping. Self propelled and push. Taking tradeins.___________________________________________________________ Call 724-745-6489. Carry all trailer, 4 by 6 foot, can carry 500 pounds, turn signals, fits in two inch hitch, needs no license. $250 firm. Call 412-831-8998. ___________________________________________________________ BEDROOM 8-PIECE $975 NEW BOXED. ALL WOOD SLEIGH/MISSION WITH 10YEAR WARRANTY. MATTRESS SET. HANDCRAFTED, DOVETAILED FURNITURE. 412494-7351. Will Deliver. ___________________________________________________________

Page 86 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– April 2009 CLASSIFIEDS BEDROOM 8-PIECE $975 NEW BOXED. ALL WOOD SLEIGH/MISSION WITH 10YEAR WARRANTY. MATTRESS SET. HANDCRAFTED, DOVETAILED FURNITURE. 412494-7351. Will Deliver. ___________________________________________________________ BEDS - “PLUSH/PILLOWTOPS, ORTHOPEDIC AND MEMORY FOAM” FULL... $169. QUEEN...$189. TWIN & KING MATTRESS, ALL NEW. SEALED IN PLASTIC W/10 YR. WARRANTY DELIVERY AVAIL. IMMEDIATELY. CALL 412-787-9128 ___________________________________________________________ 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. ___________________________________________________________ DIRECTV FREE 4 Room System! 265+ Channels! Starts $29.99! FREE HBO, Showtime, Starz! 130 HD Channels! FREE DVR/HD! No Start Up Costs! Local Installers! ___________________________________________________________ CAMPING MEMBERSHIP LIFETIME! Coast to Coast USA/Canada. $10 per night (full hook-up) Year Round. Paid $1595, Must sell, $595. 1-800-236-0327. ___________________________________________________________ 1-800-973-9044. 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 ___________________________________________________________ GET THE BEST TV entertainment with DIRECTV. No equipment to buy. No startup___________________________________________________________ costs. Call 1-800-406-8162 today!

-------- ITEMS WANTED --------BUYING OLD FURNITURE AND VARIOUS HOUSE CONTENTS. ONE ITEM OR ENTIRE ESTATE. CALL 724-255-2000 OR 724-941-1827 CLEAN FILL NEEDED IN THE FINLEYVILLE AREA 724-941-7833. ___________________________________________________________ Wanted - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, all worth money. Also, local and___________________________________________________________ long distance towing. Call 412-498-1622. WANTED: PINBALL MACHINE, ARCADE VIDEO GAME & coin operated items, ANY CONDITION, cash paid, semi-quick removal. 412-559-8477. E-mail: ed@ataboy.com ___________________________________________________________ JUNK CARS WANTED! FREE Tow! C.T. Auto Recyclers. 724-348-7467. ___________________________________________________________ WANTED: Used Stihl chain saws, used 2 stage snow blowers, Mantis tiller, Rear tire tillers, Lawn Boy mowers, Honda mowers. Need not be running. Pay cash! 724745-6489. ___________________________________________________________ WANTED DIABETES TEST STRIPSAny Kind/Any brand Unexpired.Pay up to $16.00 per box. We pay shipping. Call 1-713-395-1106. Visit: www.cash4diabetesteststrips.com ___________________________________________________________

-------- MISCELLANEOUS --------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 ___________________________________________________________ Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724825-7233 ___________________________________________________________ Social Security Claims. 30+ years experience. No results = no fee. E-mail: claimsadv@juno.com or call 412- 915-8890. ___________________________________________________________ * REDUCE YOUR CABLE BILL! * - Get a 4-room, all-digital satellite system installed for FREE and programming starting under $20. Free Digital Video Recorders to new clients. So call now, 1-800-795-3579. ___________________________________________________________ NAME BRAND LAPTOPS. Absolutely Free! Get the Laptop you Deserve. New! Super thin. Super Fast. Includes Free Shipping. Log in now! www.FreeLapTopStore.com ___________________________________________________________ ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from home. Medical, Business, Paralegal, Computers, Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial aid if qualified. Call 800-494-3586 www.CenturaOnline.com ___________________________________________________________ AIRLINES ARE HIRING: Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Call Aviation Institute of___________________________________________________________ Maintenance. 888-349-5387. Reach over 30 million homes with one buy. Advertise in NANI for only $2,795 per For information, visit www.naninetwork.com. week! ___________________________________________________________ $$$ACCESS LAWSUIT CASH NOW!!! As seen on TV. Injury Lawsuit Dragging? Need $500-$500,000++ within 24/hrs after approval? Compare our lower rates. APPLY NOW 1-866-386-3692 ___________________________________________________________

**ALL Satellite Systems are not the same. Programming starting under $20 per month, HDTV programming under $10 per month and FREE HD and DVR systems for new callers. CALL NOW 1-800-799-4935 ___________________________________________________________ A NEW COMPUTER NOW!!! Brand Name Laptops & Desktops. Bad or NO Credit – No Problem. Smallest Weekly Payments avail. It’s yours NOW – Call 1-800-8045010 **Unavailable West Virginia** ___________________________________________________________ A NEW COMPUTER NOW!!!! Brand Name Laptops & Desktops. Bad or NO Credit – No Problem. Smallest weekly payments avail. It’s Yours NOW 1-800-804-7475. **Unavailable West Virginia** ___________________________________________________________ HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED? Contact Woodford Bros., Inc. for straightening, leveling, foundation, and wood frame repairs at 1-800-OLD BARN. www.woodfordbros.com MDHIC #05-121-861 ___________________________________________________________ DISCONNECTION NOTICE! Get rid of your overpriced television service today & receive cable tv for $9.99 per month for 100 all digital channels plus 50 HD channels. First 100 new customers receive free HBO. Call Now 866-413-6788. Ask for promo code 3474. ___________________________________________________________ AIRLINES ARE HIRING – Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified – Housing Available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance. (888) 349-5387 ___________________________________________________________ STEEL BUILDINGS: 5 Only, 25x38, 30x36, 40x44, 45x72, 80x150. Must Move Now! Selling For Balance Owed/Free Delivery! 1-800-411-5869 x79. ___________________________________________________________ ACR METAL Roofing and Siding. Low Cost, Fast Delivery,Agricultural, Commercial, Residential, Pole Barn Packages, Trims, Fasteners, Reflective Insulation, Door Track. Free Literature, 1-800-325-1247 ___________________________________________________________ ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Paralegal, *Computers, *Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. Call 800-510-0784 www.CenturaOnline.com ___________________________________________________________ Don’t Forget Valentine’s Day! Save $20 on 12 Long Stemmed Red Roses & Free Ruby Vase. Only $39.99. Order Now, Supply is Limited. Only at www.proflowers.com/credit or 866-312-7735. ___________________________________________________________ FREE DIRECTV 4 Room System! 265+ Channels! Starts $29.99! FREE HBO, Showtime,Starz! 130 HD Channels! FREE DVR/HD! No Start Up Costs! Local Installers! 1-800-620-0058 ___________________________________________________________ STEEL BUILDINGS - All sizes welcome. Steel prices are down! Will help with design. Additional discounts available. www.greylensteel.com. 1-866-802-8573 ___________________________________________________________

-------- NOTICES --------LOST – Wedding Ring. Men’s. White Gold. Lost while driving along Rt. 88 near Mingo Church Road, Finleyville. Very sentimental and important. Reward offered. If found, please call 412-760-2291. ___________________________________________________________ The Bethel Park Heritage Players are seeking a male dancer for the featured tap dance number in our May musical "110 in the Shade." Please e-mail director Chuck Penick at cjnick334@aol.com for more information. ___________________________________________________________ Baldwin High School class of 1964 Reunion to be held October 9 & 10, 2009 is looking for missing classmates. For further information, please call Carol Grundy Foster at 412-653-3313. ___________________________________________________________ Roommate wanted in my furnished, remodeled Finleyville home ASAP. Responsible adult with references. $550/month includes all. Call 724-366-7707. ___________________________________________________________

-------- PETS --------For Sale: Many horse related items: saddle pads, show halters, bridles, bits and much more. Too many items to list. For a complete list of items send an email to mimi_1919@yahoo.com - Please put “Horse Items” in the subject field of your email. ___________________________________________________________ Pit Bull Puppies. Male $220, female $250, flexible. Call Tom at 724-314-3177. ___________________________________________________________ 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 @ 724941-5737. ___________________________________________________________

-------- REAL ESTATE --------FOR SALE Investment Property; price reduced, 6 residential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534. Mobile Home for Sale: 2 bedroom, South Park Mobile Estates - $4,000. Call 412855-7208. ___________________________________________________________ CHARLEROI – 2 BR Duplex. Recently remodeled and updated! Large backyard. Covered front porch. Covered back porch. Located across from playground. $485 +___________________________________________________________ Utils. Available May 1, 2009. Call 412-760-2291 MONONGAHELA - 2-1 bdr's, 1st and 2nd Floor – Equipped Kichen, Furiniture, Laundry facility and Much more! On Bus Line call 724-244-8579 ___________________________________________________________ For sale - 3 bedroom mobile home in New Eagle. Inside pet is acceptable with park owners approval. Park is located on Route 88 and is serviced by 88 transit bus line. Mobile home is in the Ringgold School District. Asking $9,400. Owner financing is available for $200-250 per month at 0% interest with first and last months payment down. Park lot rent is $200 per month with first and last months payments down. Park lot rent includes garbage. Call 724-258-9115. ___________________________________________________________ For rent - 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom mobile home in Brownsville. Location of property is 1113B Water Street. Inside gentle pet is acceptable with owners approval. Has large fenced in yard and storage shed. $400 per month plus utilities. First and last months rent required down. Call 724-258-9115. ___________________________________________________________ MOBILE HOME - Mingo Park Estates, Finleyville: Must sell 1992 Commodore 14 X 80, spacious 3 BR, 2 full baths with skylights, 1 with Jacuzzi, beautiful kitchen,A/C, shed, newer hot water tank & dishwasher. Well-maintained home with lots of storage. A steal at $22,000. Call for appt. evenings only 724-348-7620. ___________________________________________________________ FOR RENT -- 2 BR Apt. – Bethel Park. Best unit in the complex! Quiet! Short walk to the Library T line. Equipped kitchen. Good closets.W/W carpet. New furnace & A/C. Next to laundry room. $650+G&E. Some furniture for sale. Call 412-889-1241 ___________________________________________________________ Mobile Home '83, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, wood burner, covered porch. Mingo Park Est. $8,000.00. Call 724-348-4472. ___________________________________________________________ Roommate wanted in my furnished, remodeled Finleyville home ASAP. Responsible adult with references. $550/month includes all. Call 724-366-7707. ___________________________________________________________ New Eagle Main Street. Office Space. Formerly physicians office. 1200 sq. ft. Rent Negotiable. 724-554-6534 or 724-258-3773. APARTMENTS FOR RENT - Library, PA - 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments. Near Library VFD. Starting at $425-$725 + Utilities & Security Deposit * No Pets • Near to___________________________________________________________ Public Transportation. Call for more info.: 724-225-6814 House for sale by owner, Jefferson Hills. 3 bdrm Ranch, 3.6 acres affords privacy. $220,000 or best offer. Call 412-655-1483 or 412-384-4753. ___________________________________________________________ 4 Acre Horse Pasture for Lease w/Sheds and Arena. $750/mo or 2 Acres $400/mo. Call 412-835-2560. ___________________________________________________________ Office Space For Rent – Finleyville. 1,300 square feet. Former site of Healthy Directions. $800 + Electric. 412-999-7163. ___________________________________________________________ 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 will 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 ___________________________________________________________ APARTMENTS FOR RENT Library, PA - 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments. Near Library VFD. Starting at $425-$725 + Utilities & Security Deposit * No Pets • Near to Public Transportation. Call for more info.: 724-225-6814 Cemetery Plots. Jefferson Memorial Park - 4 adjacent lots in "The Garden of the Well" Lot 112A. $2500/all. Can divide. 724-348-5072. ___________________________________________________________ Office/Retail Available! New Construction located in Finleyville (Brownsville Rd. Ext.) 1,000-3,000 sq. ft. available. $10-$12/sq. ft. Call: 724-348-7545. ___________________________________________________________ WAREHOUSE/STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT - Finleyville. Different sizes available. Call___________________________________________________________ 724-348-6688 for details. Apartments for Rent - 5BD 3BA only $237/mo! (5%dn, 20yrs @8.5%apr) 1-5 Bedrooms Avail. Foreclosures! For Listings 800-796-6049 ex. 1221 ___________________________________________________________ Homes for Sale - 4 Bedroom 3 Bath only $29,150! Buy Foreclosure! Call For Listings & Details 800-796-6049 ext. 1264 ___________________________________________________________

Homes for Sale - 3 Bedroom 2 Bath only $21,200! Buy Foreclosure! Call For Listings & Details 800-796-6049 ext. 1264 ___________________________________________________________ Apartments for Rent - 4BD 3BA only $380/mo! (5%dn, 20yrs @8.5%apr) 1-5 Bedrooms Avail. Foreclosures! For Listings 800-796-6049 ex. 1221 ___________________________________________________________ ABANDONED UPSTATE NY FARM 20 acres - $49,900. Stream, woods, stonewalls! Perfect orchard country location near major lakes & attractions! Owner terms! Call now! 888-393-6539 NYL&L ___________________________________________________________ ***FREE Foreclosure Listings*** OVER 400,000 properties nationwide. Low down payment. Call now 800-250-2043. ___________________________________________________________ Arizona Land, BIG LOTS. $0 down $0 interest. Best Land, Best Terms Nationwide GUARANTEED or Your Money Back. Starting at $129/mth. www.sunsiteslandrush.com Call Pre-Recorded Message 1-800-631-8164 ___________________________________________________________ Big Beautiful AZ lots near Tucson. $0 Down $0 Interest. Starting $129/mth. Guaranteed Financing. No Credit Checks. Pre-recorded Message (800) 631-8164 mention code NANI. www.sunsiteslandrush.com ___________________________________________________________ GEORGIA LAND Washington Co., Incredible Investment, 1 acre to 20 acres Starting @ $4,000, Low taxes, beautiful weather, seller financing w/easy terms, county approved, call 706-364-4200 for details ___________________________________________________________ PA Hunting Land bordering State Land in Clearfield County. 30 acres only $89,900. Other size lots available. Call Carl Snyder for more info: (866)473-5770 ___________________________________________________________ RECREATIONAL LAND SALE: Clearfield County with access to Moshannon State Forest. 14 Acres. Only $55,900. Larger parcels available. Call Ray Symer for more info: 315-447-1499 ___________________________________________________________ UPSTATE NY ABANDONED FARM 25 acres/BARN/$69,900. 1,000 ft of trout stream, post/beam barn, deer woods, stonewalls, sub-dividable! Near lake! Terms! 866-420-5158 NYL&L ___________________________________________________________ NO KIDDING! 5 acres Southern California. WHILE THEY LAST! $125/down, $125/monthly, $12,495 Cash. Owner Financed. NO Banks/Brokers. NO Credit Checks. 949-340-2245 ___________________________________________________________ UPSTATE NY FARM LIQUIDATION! 17 ac - $24,900. Quality land in the heart of orchard country! Mins to major lakes. Nice woods, beautiful setting! 1st time Avail 3/21! terms! Call 877-254-8903 for priority appt! www.upstateNYland.com ___________________________________________________________ NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS WARM WINTERS/COOL SUMMERS E-Z Financing Available!! NEW! E-Z Finish Log Cabin Shell With Loft & Full Basement. Includes acreage $99,900 828-247-9966 code 02 ___________________________________________________________ TEXAS LAND SALE!! 20 Acres, $0 Down. Only $15,900, $159 / mo. Near Booming El Paso. Beautiful Mountain Views. No Credit Checks. Money Back Guarantee. Roads/Surveyed. 1-800-843-7537. www.sunsetranches.com ___________________________________________________________ AAAH! AFFORDABLE HOMES, CABINS, LAND FREE BROCHURE 877-837-2288. EXIT REALTY MVP MURPHY, NC www.exitmurphy.com ___________________________________________________________

-------- SERVICES --------"JUST HEMS!" - Specializing in shortening slacks, pants and jeans. Call Diane Lucci at___________________________________________________________ 724-348-6752. 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 transfers, with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set up fees. Add music and___________________________________________________________ chapter menus. 724-258-5336. http://web.mac.com/dcheplic Social Security Claims. 30+ years experience. No results = no fee. E-mail claimsadv@juno.com or call 412- 915-8890. ___________________________________________________________ Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724825-7233 ___________________________________________________________ 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. ___________________________________________________________ WILL CLEAN YOUR HOUSE OR OFFICE - SPECIALITY CLEANING AND SPECIALITY JOBS. WEEKLY, BI-WEEKLY. MONTHLY, OR ONE TIME JOB ONLY. DEPENDABLE, AND REASONABLE RATES. (WRONG PHONE NUMBER PUT IN LAST ISSUE.) CALL 412589-3584 ___________________________________________________________ FOUNDATION REPAIR - Large local company specializing in bowed walls, sinking foundations, crawl space excavation, and BASEMENT WATERPROOFING. Lifetime, transferrable warranty. 1-800-343-2357. www.abetterchoiceinc.com ___________________________________________________________ HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED? Contact Woodford Bros., Inc. for straightening, leveling, foundation, and wood frame repairs at 1-800-OLD-BARN. www.woodfordbros.com MDHIC #05-121-861 ___________________________________________________________

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-------- TIMESHARES --------SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE NOW!! Maintenance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No commissions or broker fees. Free consultation. www.sellatimeshare.com, 1-888-310-0115. ___________________________________________________________ BUY TIMESHARE RESALES - SAVE 60-80% OFF RETAIL!! BEST RESORTS & SEASONS. Call for FREE TIMESHARE MAGAZINE! 1-800-639-5319. www.holidaygroup.com/flier. _________________________________________________________ SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE NOW!!! Maintenance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No Commissions or Broker Fees. Free Consultation. www.sellatimeshare.com. 1-877-494-8246 _________________________________________________________ SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE NOW!!!! Maintenance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No Commissions or Broker Fees. Free Consultation. www.sellatimeshare.com. 1-877-271-3414 _________________________________________________________

-------- VACATIONS --------Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available! Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit #1507) at the new "Paradise Resort" in Myrtle Beach will 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.oceanfrontcondorentals.com/ParadiseResort.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

CAMPING MEMBERSHIP LIFETIME! Coast to Coast USA/Canada. $10 per night (full hook-up) Year Round. Paid $1595, Must sell, $595. 1-800-236-0327 _________________________________________________________

READER ADVISORY: Reader Advisory: the National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the following classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer “employment” but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it’s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in US dollars. 800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.

LOCAL BUSINESSES, MERCHANTS AND SERVICES BAKERY NEW EAGLE BAKERY & PIZZERIA - New Eagle Bakery & Pizzeria - 161 Main Street - New Eagle. 724-258-8110. Daily Specials; LOVE AT FIRST BITE!! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

BANQUET FACILITY/SOCIAL HALL FINLEYVILLE AMERICAN LEGION – Morrison-Ritchie Post 613. 3537 Washington Avenue, Finleyvil e. “We are dedicated to helping our veterans and our community.” Offering entertainment and a banquet room that accommodate 75 people. For more info,stop in and visit the lodge, or call 724-348-5608. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

CLEANING SERVICES CHERNICKY CLEANING – Wall washing. Floor care. Janitor Service. FREE ESTIMATES. Providing Quality Cleaning in the South Hil s for over 30 years! 724-348-5910. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WILL CLEAN YOUR HOUSE OR OFFICE! SPECIALITY CLEANING AND SPECIALITY JOBS. WEEKLY, BI-WEEKLY. MONTHLY, OR ONE TIME JOB ONLY. DEPENDABLE, AND REASONABLE RATES. CALL 412-589-3584. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

COMPUTERS COMPUTER TUNE-UP - 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. $40.00 per machine. 724-348-6837. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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.mac.com/dcheplic/ ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

EXCAVATION EXCAVATION SERVICES - Bobcat,backhoe,dump truck,french drains,utility lines,gravel, grating, hauling, foundations and sewer line work. Call Ernie at: 412-384-7337. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

FLORAL/GIFTS FINLEYVILLE FLOWER SHOPPE – Your Hometown Florist! Flowers, plants, gift baskets and more. 3510 Washington Avenue, Finleyvil e. 724-348-5808. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

GARAGE DOORS WUENSTEL BROTHERS GARAGE DOOR COMPANY – Second Generation family owned. Since 1977. Residential Replacement Specialists. 3526D Cliff Street, Finleyvil e. 724-348-7550. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

GUTTERS ZUBASIC BROS. HOME IMPROVEMENTS – New Seamless Gutters & Repairs 724-9417833. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

HAIR AND BEAUTY/TANNING MY SISTERS SHOP – We’re now located behind Finleyvil e Hardware. Hair, Nails, Tanning, Waxing. Convenient parking. 3526B Cliff Street, Finleyvil e. 724-348-2244. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ALL ABOUT HAIR – 724-292-0122. Main Street, New Eagle. Wolff Tanning System, “The deepest, darkest tan for a 20 minute bed.” Open Tuesday through Saturday. Call for an appointment please. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

PIZZERIA NEW EAGLE BAKERY & PIZZERIA - New Eagle Bakery & Pizzeria - 161 Main Street - New Eagle. 724-258-8110. Daily Specials; LOVE AT FIRST BITE! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

PLUMBING FRYE BROTHERS PLUMBING - Registered Master Plumbers. Residential and Commercial. Locally Owned and Operated. Fully Insured and Certified. Ed Frye – (412) 841-6008,or Bob Frye – (412) 600-7905. www.fryebrosplumbing.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

RESTAURANT THE KICKSTAND BAR & RESTAURANT - Open Daily 3 pm-2 am; Daily Specials; Homemade Soups. 1100 Hayden Blvd. 51 South. 412-384-30807. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

SIDING / WINDOWS / ROOFING MEREDITH HOME IMPROVEMENTS – We also build Porch roofs and small decks. 30 years in business. If you need vinyl siding,roofing,windows or soffit and fascia done professionally,with no problems afterward and done at a reasonable price, we are the company to do it! We are so confident in your satisfaction that we require no money until the job is completed. Call us today at 412-831-9991. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE TRANQUIL ELEMENTS - Tranquil Elements offers therapeutic and relaxation massages in my home or yours. New clients welcomed. Call Amanda Chase 412-217-6822 or email at tranquilelements@comcast.net Visit my website at www.tranquilelements.net. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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