Union Finley Messenger July 2008

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“ W E ’ R E T H E N E I G H B O R LY N E W S PA P E R ” Union Township • Finleyville • Gastonville • Eighty Four • Nottingham • Ginger Hill • Mingo Park • Venetia • New Eagle • Monongahela • Elrama • Elizabeth • West Elizabeth • Jefferson • Library • South Park

‘I Pledge Allegiance to the Flag….’

July 2008 (Vol. 5, Issue 2)

Area children lead the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance during Memorial Day festivities held in Elizabeth Borough.

(PHOTO BY ALICE HARRIS)

SPECIAL SECTION: Senior Guide Page 40

(See more photos from area Memorial Day Ceremonies on page 16) BUSINESS: Farmhouse Coffee A Place to Recharge and Reflect Page 26

Campaigning For Growth Adventure Development Hosts Public Meeting on Union Highlands Mall Project

By Paul Chasko

Index: News . . . . . . . . . . Page 2 Events . . . . . . . . . Page 6 Business . . . . . . Page 26 School News . . . Page 28 Sports . . . . . . . Page 31 Home & Garden Page 35 Health . . . . . . . . Page 48 Worship . . . . . . Page 53

Food & Dining . Page 57 Automotive . . . . Page 60 Kids & Family . . Page 63 Entertainment . . Page 67 People . . . . . . . . Page 68 Pets . . . . . . . . . . Page 70 Your Money . . . Page 74 Classifieds . . . . . Page 75

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epresentatives from AdVenture Development (AD) met with the Union Township Board and a light turnout of residents at a special public meeting held at the request of AD on June 12.

Mr. Kevin Dougherty of AD requested the meeting seeking to find some common ground from which the Union Highlands Mall can move forward. Mr. Dougherty spoke at length with the members of the UT board and with the residents in attendance answering all questions in a forthright manner. Several important points were covered. Representatives from South Park Township were also in

attendance to express their concerns about increased traffic along the Route 88 corridor.

Mr. Dougherty presented a conceptual layout of what they envision the development might look like (see attached photo). Their original concept was for a development of about 440,000 square feet. Their concept now indicates a smaller development of about 300,000 square feet.

This development has a home improvement store and a grocery store as the large anchor businesses with smaller shops as well. Mr. Dougherty emphasized that this is only a concept and nothing is (Continued on page 5, See Adventure)

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Chiropractic Care Maximizes Healing Potential Dear Editor I would like to respond to Dr. Tony LaBarbera’s May column in the Union-Finley Messenger on Chiropractic Care for Children. Chiropractic adjustments are not a cure for any disease. The only true cure comes from the healing ability of the body. We are all born with innate healing potential. Without this, our body would succumb to viral and/or bacterial infections and our life expectancy would be quite short. The purpose of chiropractic adjustments is to maximize this inborn healing potential so that we can experience quality health.

As far as the vaccine issue, you are right, Dr. LaBarbera, many chiropractors and other natural healers are against vaccines. Why do we need to ‘mount an immune system’ when our bodies are already equipped with an inborn immune system? There are over 100 Human Papilloma Viruses (HPV) and the vaccine is effective against only four. In addition, most HPV is self-limiting because the body’s immune system is able to handle and eliminate the infection.

Finally, in my 20 years of chiropractic practice, I have certainly seen more than one ‘personal experience’ with the wrong diagnosis from an M.D. Dr. Christine Wittman, Chiropractic Health Center - Finleyville

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Whiskey Rebellion Day at Oliver Miller Homestead Join the members of the Oliver Miller Homestead Association on Sunday, July 20, as they commemorate the Whiskey Rebellion of 1794 with activities that focus on the Miller family’s involvement in this historic event.

Activities at the Homestead include a short skit entitled “Serving the Writ,” which will be performed at 2:00 and at 3:00 p.m. The original Miller family still and informative displays will be found in the barn, and the process and economics of making whiskey will be discussed.

The Whiskey Rebellion was the first test of the unity and strength of the federal government. The Western Insurrection, as it is sometimes called, was about a people who felt they were being treated unfairly and who had been practically forgotten by the federal government until it was time to collect the nation’s first excise tax—a cash tax they were expected to pay with money they didn’t have.

Members of the Miller family were participants in the tensions of the time, and a grandson of the original Oliver was the first person killed in the conflict.

The Oliver Miller Homestead is located on Stone Manse Drive. It is open every Sunday through December 14 from 1:30 – 4:30. An admission of one dollar is asked. For more information, visit www.olivermiller.org or contact us at 412835-1554.

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Helen Kochan, Commissioner for District 7 Elizabeth Township, swears in the new officers of the Allegheny County Fire Fighter's Association.

Sergeant Frank Barreiro of North Versailles Police Department and Robert Novack Jr. of Cost Company accepting heroism awards for their lifesaving rescue on February 27, 2008.

Lieutenant Kevin Mcguire (left), of Elizabeth Fire Department accepts a recognition award for fallen firefighter, Lenny Bailey.

Blaine Hill VFC Hosts Allegheny County Volunteer Fire Fighters

By Charlotte Hopkins Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Company in Elizabeth recently hosted the 94th Allegheny County Volunteer Fire Fighter's Association memorial service, banquet and awards ceremony.

The week long conference began with a Memorial Tribute to fallen firefighters which was led by Pastor Floyd Hughes of Beulah Baptist church. They service included a reading of firefighters who passed on and a Prayer of Remembrance. The week concluded with an awards service and a swearing in of Allegheny County Firefighters Association's new officers.

Heroism Awards were presented to Sergeant Frank Barreiro of North Versailles Police Department and Robert Novack Jr. of Cost Company for their heroic actions at a warehouse fire on February 27, 2008.

Awards were presented to the departments of fallen officers, Lenny Bailey, of Elizabeth Fire Department and Harvey Jordan of Penn Hills Fire Department. The association also retired the

badge numbers of these officers.

Fire Chief, Ronald Benko, of Homeville Volunteer Fire Department, was awarded "Firefighter of the Year."

Helen Kochan, Commissioner for District 7 Elizabeth Township, swore in the new officers of the Allegheny County Fire fighter's Association.

President: Ray Burkhart; Frazer Township #2 Fire Company First Vice President: Henry Mink; Springdale Volunteer Fire Department Second Vice President: Marty Byrne; Turtle Creek Volunteer Fire Company Recording Secretary: Vaughn Seigworth; Crescent Volunteer Fire Company Financial Secretary: Rick Lewis; Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Company Treasurer: Robert Asson, Sr; Munhall #5 Volunteer Fire Company

Elizabeth Fire Fighter, Kevin Tenant (at left), receives a Presidential Pin and Plaque from Vaughn Seigworth (right) for his work with the Allegheny County Fire Fighter's Association.

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Adventure, (Continued from page 1)

cast in stone. There are no businesses that have firmly committed to the development as yet although he gave the impression that Lowe’s continues to express interest. In fact, he is seeking input from UT Board members and residents as to what types of businesses and services are really wanted and needed in UT. The developer’s concept on what the Union Highlands Some other possibiliMall might look like. ties that were discussed The Union Township in addition to retail First (UTF) group menwere housing and medtioned the zoning issues ical services – perhaps that still need resolution. even an outpatient surMr. Van Voorhis gical facility – a mixed (Kingsfield Corp.) asked use concept. He was about the membership of making the point that at UTF and got a partial this time many possibilanswer from Mr. ities were open. The Ferguson in that one scaled-down concept is member was Mr. now shown on the Bartolotta (Giant Eagle Dosse property but Mr. owner) who pays for a Dougherty indicated portion of their legal Mr. Kevin Dougherty of AdVenture that AD would still be Development Speaks on the costs. Mr. Ferguson also interested in expanding Union Highlands Development at a mentioned that undisthe development into June 12 Union Township meeting closed sources indicate adjoining properties that Wal-Mart is interestsometime in the future ed in the Trax Farm property that is going mentioning the Kingsfield, George and to be rezoned to C2 (Com-mercial). Mr. Curdy properties.

Relative to development costs and impact Dougherty seemed to be unaware of this to UT, Mr. Dougherty said, “AD expects no development that would have additional funds whatsoever from UT and they expect impact on the area and any retailing plans.

In summary, it seems clear that AD still no need for infringement on properties along Route 88.” He did admit that has a strong interest in development along PennDOT traffic studies might indicate the Route 88 corridor. They seem more the need for turning lanes at points along open to working with the Township to get Route 88 but he also said that the added the Union Highlands Mall project back on road space would all come from the devel- track. They are amenable to finding a opment side of the road and there would solution to the zoning issue that would be no eminent domain actions to concern bypass any additional litigation.

For you UT folks who are interested but the UT Board or residents.

He did mention that AD may pursue can’t attend the meetings – what would assistance from the state for road improve- you like to see in a nearby development ments. The one burden that would even- retail stores, professional services, fast tually fall to UT would be the maintenance food, medical facilities, senior housing, costs for traffic signal lights which could apartments - what do we need and want in be as much as $5,000 per year per inter- the township. Drop me a short email to news@unionfinley.com and I’ll get the section.

Attorney Dwight Ferguson representing word to the UT board and Mr. Dougherty.

V.F.W. Post 1409 Monongahela – Under New Management V.F.W. Post 1409, 793 East Main Street, Monongahela, is now under new management with new hours: Monday – Thursday 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. and Friday – Saturday 5:00 p.m. to close.

• Tuesdays – Bingo at 7:00 p.m. • Wednesdays – Free pool • Fridays - 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. $1.00 Bottle Beer • Post 1409 will pay the first year annual dues for all New Veterans interested in joining Post 1409. Just stop in to get involved with the local V.F.W. and the community.

• Post 1409 Memorial Home Association is also open for new social members to join. Stop in during hours of operation and see the bartender to join.

• 2008-2009 Officers: Commander - William Hyslop; Sr. Vice Commander Walter T. Corey; Jr. Vice Commander - Manuel Yocolano; Quartermaster Thomas Landish; Chaplain - Richard Walters; Trustees - James Buono, Ronald Briscoe, Matthew Pringle; Post Surgeon - Roy Fagan; and Adjutant - Robert Hunter.

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

JUNE 30 - JULY 9

JULY 7-10

JULY 9

STUART LITTLE - South Park Theatre’s Children’s Theatre presents “Stuart Little”.

Tickets are only $2.00/person. Performances are Mondays at 6:30pm, Tuesdays at 10:00am & 6:30pm, and Wednesdays at 10:00am. There is no need for reservations or advance sales, except for groups of 10 or more. For more information, please call 412-831-8552 or visit us on the web at www.southparktheatre.com.

PONY CAMP - Horses Unlimited in South Park will offer a four-day Pony Camp for beginner horseback riders ages 5 to 12 (no experience necessary). The four-day camp July 7 – 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.

Fee is $265 per child. To register or for more information, call 412-835-7726.

CPR TRAINING - Sponsored by the Union Township Neighbor to Neighbor Community Watch (NNCW) group on Wednesday, July 9. The Jefferson Hills Area Ambulance Association Registered Nurses and Paramedics will be donating their time to provide free classes in CPR. Those interested who have not yet registered can call Linda Evans at (724) 348-7195 to see if there’s an open slot. Classes will be held in the St. Francis General Purpose Building just off Route 88 in Finleyville at 7:00 pm.

JULY 2, 12 AND 16

KNEE OR HIP REPLACEMENT INFORMATION 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, July 2 at 2:00 p.m. and repeated on Saturday, July 12 at 11:00 a.m. and Wednesday, July 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the McNary Conference Center at Canonsburg General Hospital. To register, call 1-888877-5955 or 724-873-5955.

JULY 3 - 20

A TUNA CHRISTMAS - South Park Theatre’s Main Stage Season continues with “A Tuna Christmas” held from July 3 - 20.

Performances are Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 2:00pm. Tickets are $11 per person. For reservations, call 412-831-8552 or visit us on the web at www.southparktheatre.com.

JULY 4

FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA – Come to Monongahela Aquatorium to celebrate the 4th of July (rain date July 5). Come down to the Mon at 6 p.m. and listen to your favorite tunes with DJ Bill Lemon.

Fireworks extravaganza set to patriotic music starts at 9:45 p.m. Food booths and concessions. Free parking.

JULY 7

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS 8:45 to 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 7 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.

July 7-11

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL @ Crossroads Ministries! KIDS.....Take the Amazon Expedition, and join in on the ultimate trek through time. Time: 9:30am - Noon. A life-changing VBS, with Biblical integrity, excitement and lots of fun. Songs, crafts, goodies, drama, Bible lessons and games.

VBS is for kids ages 3 to entering Grade 5.

Crossroads Ministries is located on Rt. 88, 1 mile south of Trax Farms. For more information, please call 724-348-1620.

FREE SUMMER CONCERT – ‘BonJourney’, the nations only dual tribute band to the music of Bon Jovi & Journey. Voted #1 tribute band by Pittsburgh City Paper, 2007. Part of the Free “Summer Concert Series” at Peterswood Park’s Outdoor Amphitheater. Concerts 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

the “Dog Days of Summer”. Several area rescue groups will be represented at the event. Tents will be set up in the parking lot and plenty of food and fun will be provided, all in honor of the area’s homeless pet population. PET SEARCH will have a nice variety of cats and dogs available for adoption!

Call the PET SEARCH hotline at 724-228SEEK for additional information.

New Eagle's BINGO date has changed in July only -- to July 12 (NOT July 4).

Because of the 4th of July holiday, for the month of July only, please note that the New Eagle Volunteer Fire Dept. BINGO will be held the 2nd Saturday of the month. WIN $8,000 BINGO! Doors open at 6:00pm, and BINGO starts at 8:00pm. BINGO is held at the New Eagle Social Hall. For more information, contact Bill Tatar at 724-258-2117.

JULY 13

JULY 8

JULY 11-21

SAFE SITTER CLASS - 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the McNary Conference Center at Canonsburg General Hospital on Tuesday, July 8. Safe Sitter is a medically oriented instruction series that teaches boys and girls, ages 11 to 13, how to handle emergencies when caring for young children.

Babysitters learn basic lifesaving techniques, safety tips to prevent accidents, how and when to summon help, basic child care tips and age appropriate activities. The cost of the program is $40 and includes all class material and a Safe Sitter t-shirt. To register, call toll free 1-877-284-2000.

BENTLEYVILLE UNION HOLINESS CAMP MEETING – at 5 Campground Meeting Road, Bentleyville. July 11 will include an All U Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner between 5-6:30 p.m. Dinner is $6 for adults and $3 for children under age 10. New Genesis will bring music to the opening of camp – Southern Gossip Style – at 7 p.m.

For more information, call 724-239-2552 or visit www.bentleyvillecamp.org.

July 8, 9 & 10

FREE 3-DAY EVENT AT TRINITY HEARING AID! Join our factory trained representative, James Walsh, HIS, at Trinity Hearing Aid's SOUTH PARK office from 9:00AM - 4:00PM on July 8, 9 & 10.

During this special 3-day event, we will be offering the following FREE Services: Electronic Hearing Screening, Video Otoscope exam, NEW 100% Digital Destiny and its Active Feedback Intercept feature. If you currently have hearing aids, we will be cleaning and fine-tuning them at NO CHARGE. Call 724-326-4122. TRINITY Hearing Aid is located at 6360 Library Road, Rt. 88, in SOUTH PARK.

JULY 12

‘TOUCH A TRUCK” KIDS EVENT Would your child like to get up close and personal with some of their favorite big rigs? Join us at Peterswood Park on July 12 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 noon for “Touch-ATruck” where we will have a wide variety of trucks, construction vehicles and public safety equipment for your child to see up close and “touch”. Life Flight of Allegheny County will be on site with a helicopter!

Parents/guardians are required to stay with the children the entire time. FREE event!!

PET ADOPTION - It’s Luau time!!! PET SEARCH, an all volunteer, no kill, animal rescue, foster and placement organization will be teaming up with PetCo at Trinity Point in Washington, PA, from 12pm - 7pm for an ADOPTION FESTIVAL to celebrate

MONTHLY BRUNCH - Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526 located in Elizabeth will host it’s monthly open to the public brunch on July 13 from 10 am-2 pm. All you can eat buffet is $5 for adults, $3 for children, and free for tots. Take the elevator to the 3rd floor dining area.

JULY 14

OLDIES DANCE - Pine Cove Beach Club in Fallowfield Township will present a Return To The Sixties night of nostalgia on Monday, July 14. The oldies event will commemorate the popular Moonlight Swim and Dance gatherings at Redd’s Beach, Pine Cove’s predecessor that drew thousands of area teenagers from 1962 through 1971.

Admission will be $10 and tickets will be sold in advance at Pine Cove and at the gate the night of the dance. Additional information is available by calling (724) 239-2900.

JULY 14 - JULY 23

THE JUNGLE BOOK - South Park Theatre’s Children’s Theatre presents “The Jungle Book”. Tickets are only $2.00/person.

Performances are Mondays at 6:30pm, Tuesdays at 10:00am & 6:30pm, and Wednesdays at 10:00am. There is no need for reservations or advance sales, except for groups of 10 or more. For more information, call 412-831-8552.

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

JULY 19

JULY 21-26

FLEA MARKET - Washington Moose #22 will host a Flea Market - 2021 W. Chestnut Street. Setup at 7 a.m., sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Open to the public to buy or sell. $6.00 outside space - you supply 1 table. $10.00 inside space - we supply 1 table. Food and Beverages on sale by the Lodge. Call 724222-9757 for more information.

FINLEYVILLE'S FAMILY CARNIVAL IS HERE! Hosted by the Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department, this year's Carnival is guaranteed to be fun for the whole family.

Bring your friends and family and enjoy food, games, prizes and amusement rides.

The carnival is being held at the St. Francis of Assisi ballfields.

Wed., July 23.......PARADE starts at 7:00pm (line up at 6:30pm); Fri., July 25..........FIREWORKS! Zambelli's Fireworks begins at 9:30pm

CAR CRUISE AND CONCERT Jefferson Hills Recreation Authority, ‘SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 2008’ at the 885 Park Amphitheater. Car & Bike Cruise; Todd Jones & Summer Blues - Girlz in black hats - Plus Speakeasy. Free admission Gates open 3 PM and music starts at 4 PM. Enjoy fine music. Food and Beverages available. Questions? 412-655-7760 USA BOXING AMATEURS - Back by popular demand, USA Boxing amateur fights will be held at Quaker Steak & Lube in Southland Shopping Center, Pleasant Hills on July 19 at 7 pm. Action-packed night of fights and to feast on the best wings! There’s free admission, a side parking lot, great music, and refreshments.

PET ADOPTION - PET SEARCH, an all volunteer, no kill, animal rescue, foster and placement organization will be holding an Adoption at PetSmart in Strabane Square from 11am - 4pm. We will be continuing our luau theme at this event to celebrate the “Dog Days of Summer”. Cats and dogs available for adoption. Call 724-228-SEEK for details.

JULY 20

WHISKEY REBELLION DAY - Join the members of the Oliver Miller Homestead Association in South Park on Sunday, July 20, as they commemorate the Whiskey Rebellion of 1794 with activities that focus on the Miller family’s involvement in this historic event. Activities at the Homestead include a short skit entitled “Serving the Writ,” which will be performed at 2:00 and at 3:00 p.m. The Oliver Miller Homestead is located in South Park. Open every Sunday through December 14 from 1:30 – 4:30. For more information, call 412-835-1554.

JULY 23

FREE SUMMER CONCERT - Resonance Percussion, a world fusion ensemble made up of five musicians. They share the sounds and rhythms of percussion on instruments from around the world. A Pennsylvania Performing Arts on Tour (PennPat) roster artist, which includes 155 professional Pennsylvania artists/companies from all performing arts disciplines that have undergone a rigorous panel review process, considering both artistic merit and touring readiness. Peterswood Park’s Outdoor Amphitheater from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

JULY 24 - AUGUST 10

THE NERD - “The Nerd” is being held at South Park Theatre’s Main Stage from July 24 - August 10.

Performances are Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 2:00pm. Tickets are $11 per person. For reservations, please call 412831-8552.

times for the entire family. Food booths, BINGO, Cash raffle, Big wheels, Homemade crafts booth, Children's games, Basket of Cheer and other Chinese Auctions. Live entertainment. Sounds of Country will be playing on Friday from 6:30pm - 10:30pm, and Soul Miners will be on stage on Saturday from 6:30pm - 10:30pm. For more information, please call 724-258-7742.

CAR CRUISE – A Car & Bike Cruise will be held at the Olde Large Hotel on Rt. 51 in Jefferson Hills from 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM. There is a $1 entry fee. Plenty of Giveaways, dash plaques to first 50, and other awards and prizes. Don’t miss the outdoor service by the beautiful ladies. Food and drink specials all day and night. For additional info, contact Skinny or Jim at 412377-7150 or 412-897-7475

JULY 26

FLEA MARKET AND CRAFT SHOW Elizabeth Borough Volunteer Fire Company will host a flea market/craft show on July 26 from 7am through 1pm at the Company’s Bingo Hall on First Street. Spaces are 10’ x 10’ with one table or 20’ x 20’ with two tables. Limited power outlets are available.

For information, call 412-384-3085.

JULY 27

“EVENING UNDER THE STARS” - South Park Theatre invites you to spend “An Evening Under the Stars” on July 27th as we host our second annual fundraising gala!

Enjoy dinner, live entertainment, a Chinese auction and welcome our newest staff members - Kathleen Caliendo, Managing Director and Lauren Connolly, Artistic Director. The event takes place at The Club at Nevillewood and begins at 5:30 p.m.

The cost is $45 per person! To make reservations, call us at 412-831-8552.

JULY 28 - AUGUST 6

THE TALE OF PETER RABBIT - South Park Theatre’s Children’s Theatre presents “The Tale of Peter Rabbit”. Tickets are only $2.00/person. Performances are Mondays at 6:30pm, Tuesdays at 10:00am & 6:30pm, and Wednesdays at 10:00am. There is no need for reservations or advance sales, except for groups of 10 or more. For more information, please call 412-831-8552 or visit us on the web at www.southparktheatre.com.

AUGUST 2

THIRD ANNUAL VICTORY HILL CLASSIC CAR AND MOTORCYCLE SHOW 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Victory Hill Social Center, 29 Jones Lane, Monongahela. Cars must be 15 years or older. All motorcycles are welcome. Registration is $7 per car/motorcycle. All spectators are free.

JULY 24

FREE PICNIC DINNER Join Transfiguration Church for a PICNIC DINNER on Thursday, July 24, from 4:00PM 7:00PM. Everyone is Welcome! The FREE Picnic Dinner is held at Transfiguration Church, 722 W. Main Street, in Monongahela. For more information, please call 724-258-7742.

JULY 25 & 25

SUMMER FESTIVAL Transfiguration Church is hosting their annual SUMMER FESTIVAL on Friday, July 25 & Saturday, July 26 at Chess Park in Monongahela. Join us on July 25 from 4:00pm - 11:00pm and July 26 from 2:00pm - 11:00pm for fun

JEFFERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Take Health Matters into Your Own Hands

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Summer First-Aid Safety Planning a family road trip this summer? Don’t forget to pack a first-aid kit for unexpected emergencies. Here are some items to include: • First-aid manual • Sterile gauze • Adhesive bandages, various sizes • Elastic bandage • Antiseptic wipes • Antibacterial soap • Antibiotic cream • Hydrogen peroxide • Hydrocortisone cream • Acetaminophen and ibuprofen

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Tweezers Personal-size scissors Safety pins Disposable instant cold packs Calamine lotion Thermometer Plastic gloves Flashlight and extra batteries Emergency phone numbers

For family emergencies that require prompt medical attention, the healthcare professionals at Jefferson Regional’s Emergency Department are available 24/7. For immediate medical assistance, call 911.

Jefferson Regional Medical Center 565 Coal Valley Road • Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 412-469-5000 • www.jeffersonregional.com

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By Wild Willy Frankfort

One Good Idea My parents always told me to think of what you need and think ahead to the future and what consequences might arise that could impact me or those associated with my, “need.” Example: If I “needed” to set off fireworks how might that effect me and those around me.

I have been accused of over thinking a situation before I take any action, so some of the wild adventures I embark upon are actually pretty well thought out before I do anything.

I have noticed that most figures in history have done the same thing. I think that’s where I take this from. One of my favorite figures and hero’s is Benjamin Franklin. I use a quote often that he penned a few hundred years back. I use it when one of these book smart individuals try to make me look like a backcountry hick. “Many a witty mans brains could not fill his belly.” It’s as true today as it was back then.

Mr. Franklin’s ideas and inventions have lasted the test of time and I believe that if you sat down and thought about it, you could come up with at least one item or quote that is attributed to the man.

An idea that he had back in the 1730’s that has lasted into this century was this, “…of forming a company for the more ready extinguishing of fires, and mutual assistance in removing and securing of goods when in danger… keep always in good order, and fit for use, a certain number of leather buckets, with strong bags and baskets for packing and transporting of goods… to meet once a month and spend a social evening together, in discoursing and communicating such ideas as occurred to us upon the subject of fires.”

At this point money was raised and around Philadelphia hutches were built next to accessible water sources in which to put out fires. This was a volunteer organization which soon became very popular.

“The utility of this organization soon appeared and many more desiring to be admitted than we thought convenient for one company, they were advised to form another, which was accordingly done; and this went on one company being formed

Security and Safety Aids Distributed at Union Township June NNCW Meeting

By Paul Chasko

William “Wild Willy” Frankfort after another…”

I have often told my friends in the fire department that I would rather duck bullets than fight fires. Bullets usually come from one direction and you can duck or hide behind something to avoid them. Fire is unpredictable and at times seems to have a mind of its own. My hat goes off to those who fight fires and I have and will do everything to help them that I can. My family and I have even gone as far as to donate a house to be burned down as a teaching aid for new volunteer fireman.

With that one fire, companies from around the area taught new volunteers and tested some of their new equipment. You learn by doing and I hope that those who were there that day learned a lot.

I write this article because the Monongahela Fire Department is celebrating their 125th year in service to the community. Who would of thought back in the 1880’s that there would still be a town let alone a volunteer fire company.

I also write to let you all know that the numbers of volunteer firemen is on the decline. If membership declines to much we will be in a world of hurt. Think about all that the fire department does for our community and who are involved.

These aren’t just firemen these are out neighbors so support and help in the ways you can and thank them for their service, remember that they don’t have to be there… they volunteer to be there.

Have a happy and safe fourth and remember our troops both here and abroad.

Elizabeth VFD Gets New Fire Rescue Vehicle

About 75 seniors were in attendance at the June 11 Neighbor to Neighbor Community Watch (NNCW) meeting.

Each attendee received a security/safety shopping bag containing items that will be useful around the home or apartment.

Most of the items were purchased through a grant received through State Representative Dave Levdansky. Each shopping bag (courtesy of Finleyville Giant Eagle) contained a battery-operated occupancy sensor light that creates a lowlevel ambient light when a person walks Father Robert Boyle asks Chairperson into the room – nice to have during a Linda Evans about the occupancy sensor power outage. Also included was a dusklights at the NNCW meeting. to-dawn light socket that can be used in a conventional outdoor light fixture or indoors at the choice of the homeowner.

Neighborhood Watch window decals were included with the package, as were smoke detectors donated by the Elrama Volunteer Fire Department (EVFD). Members of the EVFD were on hand to answer any questions about smoke detector installation and use.

State Trooper Brian Burden was on hand to explain the NNCW concept to many of the attendees, who were first-time visitors and to answer any questions they might have about the NNCW and the State Police role in providing police coverage to Union Township. He went through a police report for Union Township and noted that criminal mischief was up again this month. He also noted that there were 7 automobile thefts in Union Township.

The next meeting of the NNCW will be a workshop conducted by the Jefferson Hills Area Ambulance Association for cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Attendees will receive CPR training that will result in certification. The classes are free to attendees who register. Those currently with CPR certifications are urged to attend, as the training has changed and recertification is urged. The meeting and workshop start at 7 pm on July 9 in the St. Francis of Assisi General Purpose Room just off Route 88 in Finleyville. Those not registering at the June NNCW meeting can call Linda Evans at 724-348-7195 to see if slots are still open.

Sell Your Antiques!

Tired of going to fleamarkets? Would you like to get into the Antique Business after retirement? Is your house full of all your collectibles with no more room for you and your family? The Antique Loft at Trax Farms has several booths available for rent. We are accepting applications for qualified dealers to join our team. Call today at 412-835-3246 X 135 for more details. Located of Rt. 88 between Library and Finleyville. Open daily 10am to 5pm.

The Union-Finley Messenger is a proud member of the following organizations:

By Alice Harris Elizabeth Borough Volunteer Fire Department Chief Chad Rager proudly shows off their brand new Fire Rescue Vehicle #139. Rager took over the reigns as chief in 2007 upon the death of the late Lenny Bailey. A young energetic chief, the department has flourished under his leadership with many new young members, a new vehicle, fresh ideas, and up-to-date trainings.

Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce

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The delegation stands in front of the PA Capital Building.

Tyler Verin, Jennifer Murphy, Cheyenne Spanovich, and Johnathan Hill all won Bill Citation Awards for outstanding, well-written bills.

Mon Valley YMCA Youth & Government Club Wins Delegation of the Year Award The Mon Valley YMCA Youth & Government Club recently traveled to Harrisburg, PA and won “Delegation of the Year” for the second year in a row! Four club members received Bill citation awards—the most received by any one club. Three members had their bills signed by the youth governor, and one of those will go on to the House of Representatives to see if someone wants to author it in real life. Also, three members have been selected to attend The Conference on National Affairs as part of Pennsylvania’s 25 representatives.

Laura Garinoni, Mallory Tokar, and Miranda McLaughlin pose in one of the Capital’s Hallways.

In the Capital Rotunda, Advisor Adorée DeLuca-Johnson shows Logan Styche his schedule and map around the Capital.

Ryan Kaczmarek worked on the State Press Corps staff.

Laura Garinoni, Johnathan Hill, Tyler Verin, Cheyenne Spanovich and Nicole Billie worked in the Senate chambers all weekend.

Nicole Billie, Jennifer Murphy, Miranda McLaughlin, and Kyle Wassler stand in the Capital Rotunda.

Tyler Verin, Jessica Folsom. and Seth Pileggi all had bills passed and signed by the PA Youth Governor.

Medical Center Plans to Beautify Former ‘Columbus Corner’ Site Property located at the corner of Coal Valley Road and Route 51 will serve as the welcome mat for Jefferson Regional Medical Center, according to Medical Center officials who recently purchased the property from a local housing construction company.

“Because the hospital does not front Route 51, we want to make a showcase entrance for patients, their families and visitors,” said Robert Frank, executive vice president and chief operating officer for the Medical Center. “We plan to beautify the entrance through landscaping and a digital sign that will inform the community of upcoming events at Jefferson Regional.”

The corner lot currently includes four small, unoccupied houses that will be demolished by the Medical Center within the next several months, according to Frank.

The homes were built in the 1950s by Columbus Brothers Homes & Supply, according to John Columbus, a partner with the West Mifflin-based home-building company. One of the one-story structures formerly was utilized as an office and the other three served as model homes. The houses were never occupied, he said.

Before the homes are torn down, they are scheduled to serve as the venue for a training exercise by South Hills Area Council of Governments’ Critical Incidence Response Team (CIRT). The team is a collaborative effort among 17 South Hills communities to respond to emergencies such as armed robberies and hostage situations. CIRT officials said the empty buildings would provide an excellent location in which to stage an emergency drill. The exercise is tentatively scheduled to take place on June 30, pending completion of detailed planning.

Annual Victory Hill Classic Car and Motorcycle Show The Third Annual Victory Hill Classic Car and Motorcycle Show will be held Saturday, August 2 (rain date Saturday, August 9) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Victory Hill Social Center, 29 Jones Lane, Monongahela. Cars must be 15 years or older. All motorcycles are welcome. Registration is $7 per car/motorcycle. All spectators are free. Trophies: free dash plaques to first 50 cars, Best of Show, 1st, 2nd, 3rd place and more. Music provided by DJ. Half the take and other raffles.

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Who Ya Gonna Call?

Understanding Emergency Services in the Union Finley Area (Part Two of a Four-Part Series)

Emergency Medical Response/Transport Service

By Paul Chasko In part two of our four-part series of understanding emergency services in the Union-Finley area, we will take a look at the local ambulance services that cover the area.

Ambulance services are classified by the types of medical emergencies they can handle, as determined by both the medical personnel and the type of equipment carried on the vehicle. Emergency Medical Service (EMS) response teams in the Union-Finley area are comprised of a mix of personnel with different certifications: EMT-Basic, EMTParamedics, and Registered Nurse (RN). It’s been common in many areas to refer to EMT-Basic personnel simply as “EMTs” and EMTParamedics as “paramedics.”

An EMT typically receives 120150 hours of training while paramedics get from 1,500 to 1,800 hours of training, part of which is hands-on training in various hospital departments. A RN receives more clinical training with a hospital internship.

Ambulance crewmembers that attend to

So, how do Union-Finley area residents get EMS in a medical emergency? You dial 911. Which ambulance service responds? Well, that depends on several factors.

For non-emergency medical In our area, municipal transport, you can choose your administrators endorse an medical transport team by calling ambulance service for their any of the following services that particular municipality after cover the Union-Finley area: reviewing qualifications, and by passing a resolution naming Jefferson Hills Area a service as the EMS of choice Ambulance Association for their municipality.

You’ll often see this or one of the other ambulances from Jefferson Hills Area (412) 751-0191 Ambulance Association (JHAAA) answering calls in Union Township.

This puts the ambulance Peters Township Ambulance service at the top of the list at Service the 911 dispatch center for (724) 941-4700 calls from that particular Union Ambulance municipality. Finleyville Bor(724) 348-2439 ough has named Peters Tri-Community Ambulance Township Ambulance Service, (724) 258-7789 while Union Township has named Jefferson Hills Area Ambulance Association. patients aboard an Each can provide both basic and ambulance are required advanced life support equipment and perto have at least an EMT sonnel. Other factors considered by the certification.

911 operators when called are availability The general distinc- and a match to the medical emergency. tion that separates If the endorsed service has all appropriEMTs from paramedics ate ambulances and teams out in service and RNs is restriction (and this happens more often that you from invasive actions. might think), the telecommunications Finleyville Borough endorses Peters Township Ambulance EMTs are not permitted operator (TCO) at the 911 dispatch center Service as its primary provider. to give shots or to start will dispatch from another service. TCOs intravenous lines. An exception to this are trained to evaluate medical emergenrule is epinephrine auto-injectors. They’re cies and dispatch an appropriate vehicle restricted to advanced first aid used in and team. basic life support, including the adminisA relative newcomer in the Union-Finley tration of oxygen. area is Union Ambulance. It’s currently Paramedics and RNs are also trained in offering only basic life support ambulance advanced cardiac life support, including services, specializing in ambulatory and electrocardiogram testing and interpreta- wheel-chair patient transfers. Trition, prehospital trauma care, basic and Community Ambulance Service is often disadvanced airway management, vascular patched from Monongahela to the Unionaccess for administering fluids and med- Finley area. Tri-Community offers both ications, and administration of certain basic and advanced life support services. medications.

Typical ambulance subscriptions that An advanced life support unit refers to you pay for generally buy you forgiveness an ambulance manned by at least one RN for amounts charged by the service in or paramedic with the equipment neces- excess of insurance coverage and dissary to provide advanced life support. counts on wheelchair van service; they’re These certifications are governed by the most likely worth the cost. Most services Pennsylvania Department of Health under have reciprocal discounts if your service the Emergency Medical Services Act. cannot make the call.

Remember – in an Emergency dial 911 for Emergency Medical Service.

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Trax Farms Announces Upcoming Events

Mingo Park Is a True Gem for Nottingham

Perennial Day Presentation Saturday, July 12, 10 am The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Backyard Gardener Doug Oster will speak about choosing and growing perennial plants.

He'll also discuss organic techniques to keep perennials thriving for years to come. Oster is also co-host of The Organic Gardeners every Sunday morning on KDKA 1020am. He appears every Thursday on Pittsburgh Today Live between 9 and 10 am.

Oster works as producer, writer, and on-air talent for PBS affiliate WQED-TV’s OnQ program and fills the same role for NPR affiliate WYEP radio. He writes a nationally syndicated herb/cooking column for the LA Times Syndicate.

Doug just released two books with radio co-host Jessica Walliser titled Grow Organic and A Gardener’s Journal. He will sign copies of these at the end of the presentation.

Trax will offer 20% off all perennials Saturday, July 14 and Sunday, July 15.

Outdoor Summer Flea Markets (SATURDAYS ONLY) July 5, 19 and August 2, 16, 30 For vendors, all spaces are reserved on a first-come first-served basis. Spaces are $10 per day and are approximately 10x20 to allow for vehicle parking. No prebooking, and no refunds due to weather. Vendors can set up at 6 am and must furnish their own tables, chairs, change, and change box and must clean up before leaving. Call 412835-3246, ext. 113 for more information.

Summer Grilling With Wine and Tasting Friday, July 11, 6:00 to 8:00 pm in Trax Farms Events Room We will be firing up our grill and demonstrating various recipes with Arrowhead Wines, creating great grilling sensations for you to taste and enjoy. Try a delicious meal: appetizer, entrée, sauces, and dessert, all prepared with wine on the grill. Also, sample wines complimenting these dishes. A beautiful wine glass is included for you to take home. Must be 21 or older; cost is $35. Deadline for reservation is July 1 (no refunds). We reserve the right to cancel due to low reservation numbers.

Trax Farms Corn Festival July 26 and 27, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Get your taste buds ready, corn season is here… and Trax Farms Corn Festival is where you will want to taste the farm-fresh difference! Visitors will enjoy corn on the cob and other delicious corny treats. Bring the family for food and fun!

(Trax store hours: Monday through Saturday, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm; Sunday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm)

Pony Camp for Beginner Riders in South Park Horses Unlimited in South Park will offer a four-day Pony Camp for beginner horseback riders ages 5 to 12 (no experience necessary). The four-day camp will take place July 7 – 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.

Camp activities include: Learning to groom (and bathe!), saddle, bridle and ride a horse; feeding and proper nutrition of horses; "horsy" arts and crafts; blacksmith and veterinary demonstrations. Each camper receives a free grooming kit, water bottle, CD of photos taken during camp and any crafts made during camp. A light lunch is included. Each Camp is limited to ten children. Fee is $265 per child. To register or for more information, call 412-835-7726.

Flea Market and Craft Show in Elizabeth July 26 Elizabeth Borough Volunteer Fire Company will host a flea market/craft show on July 26 from 7am through 1pm at the Company’s air conditioned Bingo Hall on First Street. Spaces are 10’ x 10’ with one table or 20’ x 20’ with two tables. Limited power outlets are available. For information or to reserve a spot, phone 412-384-3085.

By J.R. Brower Nestled quietly in the southern throws of Nottingham Township surrounding Mingo Creek is a 2,500-acre recreational delight, Mingo Creek County Park, or just Mingo Park or Mingo, as locals affectionately it. Mingo is truly one of the, if not ‘the’ most beautiful park in Washington County.

County Commissioners, after years of evaluations to consider the site of a regional park in the early ‘60s, decided upon this four-mile stretch of the Mingo Creek valley. In the summer of 1966, the county acquired the large tract of land for the park. The park has numerous hiking trails, bike trails, horseback trails, picnic Mingo Creek flows vigorously beneath the areas, playgrounds, scout camping area, newly painted Ebenezer Bridge. ball fields, and shelters that can be rented near large grassy expanses along the creek.

The park even boasts an observatory for summer stargazing. The creek, itself, is teeming with aquatic life, and it not uncommon to see young boys and girls skimming the water with their nets. The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation oversees the park and offers many types of nature programs for the general public.

There are covered bridges on both ends of the park. Henry Bridge is the original, and Ebenezer Bridge was built somewhere in southwest Pennsylvania in the latter 1800s, and moved to its present site in the park in 1975. Over 250,000 visitors enjoy Mingo Park annually, and it is open from dawn to dusk unless otherwise posted. For more information, visit the county’s website at www.co.washington.pa.us, or call 724228-6867.

Opening the gate down to Mingo’s Ebenezer Covered Bridge are Program Coordinators Lisa Taylor and Sherri Taddeo. They were on their way to give a presentation on trees for students from Monongahela Elementary School.

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Tea and Roses at Victorene’s Tea in Monongahela

By Lisa Tomosky It's always a special treat to enjoy a cup of tea & tea treats with a special friend or Kristin Daugherty of North Belle Vernon two at Victorene's Tea in Monongahela. As and her sister Susie Kapty of Carroll Township Monongahela residents Martha Bergman the rose gardens start to bloom in the relax for tea and roses at Victorene’s Tea & Marie Lorotta enjoy tea and month of June at Victorene's, they celein Monongahela.

Roses at Victorene’s. brate the rose, with a Tea & Roses Tea party. Whether it was sipping Ginger Peach tea by candlelight or taking a stroll along their beautiful wrap-around porch, the Tea & Roses Tea is a time to enjoy good friends and good food.

Chris Cole, proprietor of Victorene's Tea, is the perfect hostess, and prides herself on all of her teas. From her beautiful hand made menus to the white chocolate dipped strawberries, Victorene's Tea is a perfect treat for you and that special someone. Enjoy conversation, a relaxing afternoon, and delicious tea and tea treats.

Their famous Chicken & Apricot Croissants was voted #1 at Victorene's, and was their featured sandwich at the Tea & Roses Tea party.

Over the years, many people from the Mon Valley have enjoyed their tea parties at Victorene's Tea. People even come from great distances to enjoy a relaxing afternoon of tea and goodies, and share a special memory with their special someone. If you would like to make reservations at Victorene's Tea, please call Monongahela Ladies Guild gathered for a tea at Victorene’s. Pictured (l to r) Chris Anne Cole at 724-258-7199 or visit their website Nancy Barcelona, Angie DeRienzo, Jaye Matway, Pat Fresa, Barbara Lombardi, at www.victorenestea.com.

Jane Sarra, Jeanne Tucker, Dolores Gembrosky.

Oldies Dance Commemorates Redd's Beach Moonlight Events Pine Cove Beach Club in Fallowfield Township will present a Return To The Sixties night of nostalgia on Monday, July 14. The oldies event will commemorate the popular Moonlight Swim and Dance gatherings at Redd's Beach, Pine Cove's predecessor that drew thousands of area teenagers from 1962 through 1971. Longtime Pittsburgh region disc jockey and radio personality Terry Lee and live entertainment were showcased at those outdoor dances.

Jim Dudas, host of Mon Valley Memories on WJPA Washington, will be featured from 8 p.m. to midnight. The event also will include swimming.

A BYOB "everything" (refreshments and mixes) format will be in effect, but Pine Cove owner Jim Rach emphasized that patrons will not be permitted to bring glass containers of any type.

Admission will be $10 and tickets will be sold in advance at Pine Cove and at the gate the night of the dance. Parking will be free.

Additional information is available by calling (724) 239-2900.

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Hometown Heroes: Bethel Park American Legion Extends Veteran Assistance Program Throughout Southwest PA

By Christen M. Stroh Currently, the Bethel Memorial American Legion Post’s Heroes to Hometowns (H2H) Committee has 30 volunteers ready and willing to help a wounded vet. Donations have been established in a bank account specifically for the H2H program, with the support of the Allegheny County Labor Council. All that seems to be missing is a veteran – or several – in need of H2H’s services.

H2H is a joint venture of the American Legion and the Department of Defense’s Military Severely Injured Center and was started in 2005. The program is designed to provide assistance to any severely wounded service member returning from the conflicts in the Middle East.

George Tracey, Adjutant for the Bethel Post and Chairman of the H2H Committee at this post, has made it his mission to spread the word about H2H and establish its merit in the entire Southwestern part of PA. The Bethel Post H2H Committee is one of two in the entire state of PA, the other being located in the Middletown area.

“When I looked into it, I realized that there’s so much time and so much effort involved in establishing a committee,” said Tracey. “My goal is to spread the word and either get other posts to joint our committee or to start their own. I don’t want the program to be just Bethel Park, I want it to be Southwestern PA.” Tracey formed the Bethel Post H2H Committee in October 2007. A former Marine who served during the Vietnam War, he feels that every wounded veteran should come back home to a country willing to aid them and set forth to do so himself. “My plan is to establish enough of a social network for a wounded vet to provide them with assistance,” he says.

Services to the veteran include providing financial assistance, repairing and/or renovating homes and vehicles to make them handicap-accessible, offering babysitting services while veterans receive medical treatments, and providing spiritual counseling.

Though the Bethel Post H2H Committee is ready to spring into action, they have yet to assist a wounded veteran. Tracey is hoping that by spreading the word about H2H and his SWPA initiatives, that more people will become a part of H2H and more veterans will hear about the program and what it has to offer.

Anyone interested in learning more about the Bethel Post H2H Committee and its desire to grow can contact Tracey at 412-835-9690 or email him at bppost760@verizon.net.

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Fourth Annual Dan ‘Nare’ Roarty Memorial Golf Outing Set For August 1 Daniel Roarty, Thomas Jefferson Class of ’79, tragically lost his life in an automobile accident near Lancaster, PA in August 2004. He is survived by his wife, Kelly, and their four children, Josh, Jessica, Matt, and Keenan. Fortunately, his wife was traveling in a separate vehicle, but his children were seriously injured in the accident. While most of the physical injuries to his family have healed, the emotional and financial burdens remain. The past three year’s events raised over $15,000 for the Roarty Memorial fund to support the children’s college tuition.

In the spirit of Nare’s vibrant personality and his giving nature, a fourth annual golf outing and picnic 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 on Friday, August 1 at Butler’s Golf Course (412-751-9121) and picnic pavilion, 800 Rock Run Road 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. Cost is $85 per golfer (includes 18 holes of golf with cart, prizes and picnic), $25 per person for picnic only. A cash bar is available at the golf course.

Names of golfers and payment are due by Monday, July 21st to John Bosic, 124 Wood Crest Place, Venetia, PA 15367. Local businesses are encouraged to donate gift certificates or gift baskets for the Golf Outing Chinese Auction and door prize drawings. Tee Box Sponsorships are available for $100 (include name to be placed on tee sign). Monetary donations to the memorial fund are also welcome.

Your interest and participation is greatly appreciated by Nare’s many friends and loved ones. All proceeds from this event will support the Roarty children’s college funds. Please direct any questions to John Bosic at 724-941-3445 or jbosic@comcast.net.

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Saint Francis of Assisi Family Picnic Set For August 17 Ready for some great summer fun? Circle Sunday, August 17 on your calendar.

The St Francis of Assisi family picnic is coming up. The picnic will be on the Church grounds just off Route 88 in Finleyville. There’ll be food, drink, entertainment and games for both kids and grown-ups. A great opportunity to spend a nice afternoon with friends, family and neighbors. You won’t need an expensive tank of gas looking for summertime fun. A good time will be had right in the neighborhood. Look for more details in the next issue of the Union-Finley Messenger.

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Venetia Pointe Patio Homes Offer Maintenance-Free Living

By J.R. Brower Venetia is seeing recent development in patio homes—particularly 24 custom homes available in Venetia Pointe. Currently, there are three units that were completed in February, including a model home ready for inspection. Venetia Pointe is part of the recent building boom in the southern reaches of Peters Township.

The builder on this particular project is Martik Properties of Finleyville.

“Residents in this community will not have to be concerned about maintenance, because there will be a homeowners association,” said Builder Dean Martik.

The patio homes have three bedrooms, two-car attached garages, front and rear porches, and the option of lofts and cathedral ceilings. All of the homes will be 32,000 square feet.

“Peters Township has been longing for this type of development, because there is high demand for patio homes from area residents,” said Jim Dolanch of Century 21 Realty in McMurray who is handling sales for Venetia Pointe. He said that the homes are listed at $299,580. For more information, please call Jim at 724-9418680 extension 208, or email him at jim@jimdolanch.com.

Three patio homes are ready for occupancy at Venetia Pointe.

CORRECTION Clarification of Tenants in the McMurray Shoppes Retail Center

Recently completed landscaping accents the new sign at the entrance to Venetia Pointe.

Landscaping the grounds around the available model at Venetia Pointe are Martik Properties carpenters Sonny Ladisic and Doug Thomas, both from Waynesburg.

A photograph in the June edition of the Union-Finley Messenger incorrectly identified businesses that are locating in the McMurray Shoppes retail center that is currently under construction on Route 19 next to Lakeside Plaza.

According to realtor associate Nicole Clackson from the commercial brokerage firm CB Richard Ellis, the restaurant in this retail center will be Franco’s Trattoria and Wine Bar, which will be a second location of this establishment from Dormont.

Other businesses in the 17,343 square feet complex will include Touché Spa, a nail salon and Wireless Zone, a Verizon Wireless franchise store. The entire retail center is being architecturally designed with vibrant stone and brick to accentuate the natural beauty of the location, which overlooks the lake. Three remaining spaces are still available, according to Ms. Clackson, ranging from 1,440 to 5,000 square feet. For leasing information, please contact Nicole Clackson at 412-471-3385.

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Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526 in Hosts July 13 Brunch Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526 located on Plum Street in Elizabeth will host it's monthly open to the public brunch on July 13 from 10 am-2 pm. All you can eat buffet is $5 for adults, $3 for children, and free for tots. Take the elevator to the 3rd floor dining area. Breakfast includes eggs, breakfast meats, pancakes, hash browns, fruits, biscuits and sausage gravy, and desserts courtesy of The Goody Shoppe.

No Go For Strip Mining in South Park

By Andrea Earnest At a public informational meeting on Saturday, June 14, Dan Onorato, Allegheny County Chief Executive, declared that, “This proposal is not going to move forward. This type of proposal is not being accepted by the public.”

The meeting was called on short notice, but drew over 250 people to the South Park High School. Green Vue Systems has put forward a proposal to build ball fields and tennis courts after they strip mine about 100 acres of Park property in the Sleepy Hollow area. Mr. Onorato said that the proposal was being put in front of the public because the amount of the proposal was significant, but no figure was ever given.

It was obvious before the meeting began that local sentiment was against this proposal.

Four children carried signs around the auditorium saying, “Save our Trees” and “Trees not trucks.” When Jon Hiser speaking for Green Vue Systems, said that “trees are a renewable resource,” he was soundly booed, as were the few people who spoke in favor of considering the proposal. Former township school board member Mary Franko took to the stage, calling the proposal “obscene.” When Mr. Onorato asked for a show of hands, fewer than 20 people were in favor of considering the proposal. Almost all the people who rose to speak were firmly against the proposal.

Most of the concern expressed was about property values going down; the blasting and possible mine subsidence problems; the truck traffic; and the validity of the company’s promises to build the fields and tennis courts.

A number of local officials attended the meeting, including County Council members Joan Cleary, Brentwood; Vince Gastgeb, Bethel Park; and state Representative David Levdansky, Forward Township.

Moms and Children of Elizabeth Celebrate Their Special Day!

Dolores Dunbar of West Mifflin took Mom Dolores Curdie of Jefferson Hills to breakfast at Rockwell's Red Lion Restaurant. They visited her 93-year-old sister, who resides in a nursing home.

Claudia Yedinak of Claudia's Green Acres on Route 51 helps George Ureovich of Floreffe choose a special basket for his mom.

The moms of the Provins Family celebrated their special day at the Stephen Bayard Masonic Brunch: (l. to r.)

Granddaughter Jessica Blanchard of Elizabeth Township; Grandma Jean Provins of Jefferson Hills; Daughter-inLaw Lorraine Provins of Buena Vista; and Daughter Jean Perozich of Washington, DC.

Volunteers Needed at The Washington Hospital The Washington Hospital Volunteer Department currently needs volunteers in many areas and departments. Volunteer positions are available during the morning, afternoon, and evening hours, weekdays and weekends.

Volunteer as little as twice a month, or go wild and volunteer as often as you want !!!

Don’t stay home in front of the TV. Don’t stay home alone. Come and join us. We can tailor your volunteer time around your other activities…

Use your skills and talents to help others, call the Volunteer Office at 724-223-7114.

Training and parking are provided free. Join your friends and neighbors!

Meet new people! Help others!

Trax Farm Property Rezoning Hearing Rescheduled

By Paul Chasko The public hearing on the rezoning of approximately 47 acres of Trax Farm property to C2 (Commercial) was to have been completed on Thursday June 19 at the Union Township (UT) building as the next step in the rezoning process. On checking the various steps that needed to have been completed, it was discovered that not all property owners within 300 feet of the parcel affected by the rezoning had been notified. This was due to some confusion as to the parcel perimeter. Some residents of Peters Township may be within 300 feet of the parcel that lies totally within Union Township and they must be notified of the hearing as well. The UT board had no recourse but to reschedule and re-advertise the public meeting with mailed notifications to all property owners within 300 feet of the perimeter of the affected Trax parcel. The re-scheduled meeting will now take place on Wednesday, July 16 at 7:00 pm at the UT Building.

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Memorial Day Services Honoring Those Who Have Given The Ultimate Sacrifice For Our Freedoms Memorial Day Services in the Union Township – Finleyville Area On Sunday May 25th, The American Legion Post 613, Finleyville, conducted memorial Day Ceremonies.

Officers, members, and The Mon Valley Honor Guard visited area cemeteries. Also in Attendance was guest speaker Major Jeffery Fawcett, Air Force (ret.).

Major Fawcett is from Monongahela, PA. He currently is Deputy Director of Ceremonies and Protocol for the Air Force in District of Washington.

Pictured at the Finleyville Community Center are (left to right), Major Jeffery Fawcett, Ruffo Proviano - Post Chaplain, Barry Grimm - Post Commander.

An Honor Guard Salute at Finleyville Cemetery.

Honor Guard Member Bernie Weber presents a wreath at St. Francis Cemetery.

Elizabeth Borough Hosts Memorial Day Events

A family of true veterans, the Bowers brothers and sister gather humbly and proudly for the days festivities. (l-r) Glenn Bowers of Elizabeth, US Air Force, Vietnam; Dori Bowers of Floreffe, US Navy, Vietnam; Richard Bowers of Mt. Vernon Nursing Home in South Park and his daughter Susan Pershing of West Elizabeth; and David Bowers of Floreffe, US Navy, Vietnam.

American Legion Post #553, Kasten Uveges Post #7632 and Lady’s Auxiliary, and the Boroughs of West Elizabeth, Elizabeth Township, and Forward host one of the best Memorial Days Services in the Mon Valley. This year’s festivities were held on May 26 at Riverfront Park in Elizabeth beginning with a parade at 9:30 am followed by speakers and presentations and a community lunch at the Elizabeth Fireman’s Bingo Hall. Masters of Ceremonies were Commander Fred Blanchard, Commander Frank Tignanelli, and Sr., Vice Commander Rick Elster.

Guest speaker was Captain William Marsh, United States Navy. (PHOTOS BY ALICE HARRIS)

A Prayer Ceremony at Mingo Cemetery.

Elizabeth Forward High School Marching Band presented a colorful patriotic performance!

Brownie Troop #445 all decked out in red, white and blue!!

William Penn Girl Scout Troop # 468 tossed treats to happy children!

Elizabeth ABATE Motorcycle group was not missed as it roared through town!

Norma Werner and Jane Guffey of Elizabeth Township, both descendants of early families in the US, proudly represent the Queen Aliquippa Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

The US Coast Guard Osage. The days festivities finalized with the laying of the memorial wreath on the waters of the Monongahela River.

Presentation of Wreath by Honor Guard member Bernie Wagner at Stone Church Cemetery.

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Independence Day Celebration Marks Monongahela’s 33rd Fireworks Extravaganza In their 33rd year, the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce and local business owners are proud to continue this years Independence Day celebration. The fireworks extravaganza will he held Friday, July 4 at the Monongahela Aquatorium, providing seating for 3,000+. Entertainment will begin at 6:00 p.m. with the fireworks display at 9:45 p.m. A tentative rain date of July 5 has been scheduled.

The $8,500.00 display will be professionally fired by Starfire Corp. of Northern Cambria, PA. This event is solely funded by chamber members, private donations, service clubs and organizations throughout the community.

Come enjoy your favorite tunes with D.J. Bill Lemon, playing your favorite hits and requests, everything from country, classic rock, doo-wop and oldies. Thirteen food vendors, glow in the dark products, and game trailer will be included throughout the evening. No alcoholic beverages are permitted on the premises, no firecrackers, and no glow in the dark products may be sold.

Members of the Chamber & Rotary Club will be on hand collecting donations, selling glow products, and chances for the 50/50 raffle. Winner will be announced prior to the fireworks.

Residents are STRONGLY reminded to avoid the fireworks display site along Bunola River Road. Local police will be fining all stopped vehicles. Fireworks display WILL NOT commence until all Federal regulations are adhered to. The U.S. Coast Guard will close the river to all recreational boaters from 9:30 p.m. until the end of the fireworks program, approximately 10:15 p.m. All Federal and Coastguard waterway regulations will be STRICTLY enforced.

Everyone is encouraged to financially support the fireworks program. If you would like to make a monetary donation, it may be sent to the Monongahela Chamber, 2111/2 Second Street, Monongahela, PA 15063 et, Monongahela, PA 15063.

What is more “Americana” than a fireworks display on Independence Day? So bring your lawn chairs, blankets, friends and families and come on down to the banks of the Mon to enjoy this favorite valley-wide tradition!

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Peters Township Council Recognizes That Growth Comes With a Cost

By J.R. Brower Facing added costs associated with proposed improvements and expansion at Peterswood Park as well as upcoming transportation projects, Peters Township Council addressed the township’s borrowing ability and impact at their meeting on June 9. The township expects to expand the park from its present boundaries northward toward Sugar Camp Road on an approximate 20-acre parcel of property that it recently purchased. Also planned is the application of artificial turf on some of the townships athletic fields.

Township Manager Michael Silvestri said that sources of funding are going to be a major concern, especially considering that one of the major highway projects in upcoming years, revamping the Valley Brook Road / Route 19 intersection, will require that the township contribute $800,000. He said that it appears that the township may have to borrow up to $5 million to finance the park expansion project.

Silvestri said that he is not recommending now that the Township raise taxes, but he did add that all of the upcoming projects could put pressure on council to do so

in the future. Councilman James Berquist said, “The Township’s population has increased 21% in an 8-year period. We have to realize that this growth requires increased costs such as more police and fire protection.” Citing a dramatic increase in township expenses in recent years, which will grow even higher, Councilman David Ball said, “We can’t continue to dip into the surplus. It just won’t be there.

Cost containment needs to be addressed.”

Silvestri and the Council agreed that it would be prudent to hold a financial planning retreat on June 18 at 2 pm at the Peters Township Recreation Center, which would be open to the public.

Concerning the use of the township’s ball fields, Resident Ron Boocks said that after personal observation of the fields for a 10-day period in May, he had come to the conclusion that they are underutilized.

He questioned the township’s plans to build more fields and make significant improvements on existing ones.

Another resident offering an opinion on a different matter was Christine May of Fineview Drive. She complained about various acts of vandalism being committed on or near a public right-of-way on her property. These included slashing the

convertible roof of her car and the destruction of landscaping on her property. She said that she thought that as a result of the right-of-way, she was not getting adequate help in resolving her problems either from the police department or magistrate’s office, so that is why she came to Council.

Solicitor W.A. Johnson said that there was little that the township could do and advised her to take up the matter in Common Pleas Court.

In other action, Council took up discussion of the conditional use approval of a development of a plan of townhouses and carriage homes off McDowell Lane bordering Canonsburg Lake. The multi-family development on 2.388 acres currently owned by Joann Watson would include 16 units: 7 townhouses and 9 carriage homes, priced in the range of $350,000 to $400,000.

The development is planned to ave a private drive entrance, according to Developer Marcus Diniaco of Indevco.

Council discussed the possibility of expanding the entrance road to 24 feet so that it would be accepted as a Township road, but Indevco said that the State Fish and Game Commission is unwilling to have the road encroach any further into

their bordering parking lot on Canonsburg Lake.

Diniaco told Council that they are planning to build a walking trail with benches around the homes to satisfy a recreation requirement. He said that this would be better for the plan rather than sidewalks, and Council agreed. They gave conditional use approval to the development by a 5 to 1 vote.

In other Council business: • Accepted and awarded a low bid of $44,090 to J5 Construction to replace a culvert on Thompsonville Road near Elm Grove Drive.

• Accepted and awarded a low bid of $8,975 to Lojek’s Contracting Services to rehabilitate the detention pond at Bent Timber.

• Accepted and awarded a low bid of $45,271 to Traffic Control & Engineering to add preemption devices to three traffic signals on Route 19.

These would change signals for emergency vehicles.

• Agreed to seek proposals for building a new Public Works garage to hinclude a storage area for recreational equipment.

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Only One Nottingham Property May be Effected by Proposed Southern Beltway

By J.R. Brower All were present at the June 16 meeting of the Nottingham Township Board of Supervisors meeting: Raymond Barley, Douglas King, Peter Marcoline as well as Secretary Emilie Gadd and Solicitor Robert Clarke.

The beginning of the meeting was spent finalizing details of the Community Day Car and Cycle Cruise scheduled for June 21.

It was revealed at the meeting that, if the Southern Beltway is ever constructed, only the Lutz farm property might be at risk in Nottingham Township. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is requesting approval by the Agricultural Lands Condemnation Approval Board (ALCAB) to convert production of agricultural lands to highway use. Nottingham officials have concluded that the possible reality of the beltway going through the township may not be as far-reaching as originally thought.

The supervisors have scheduled a hearing of the Township Agricultural Security Area Advisory Board for July 21 at 7:15 pm, during the regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors meeting. The purpose of the hearing will be whether or not to condemn the state’s recognized Agricultural Security Areas to be used for the purpose of building the controversial highway to connect I-79 with the Mon-Valley Expressway.

In other business, the supervisors approved changing the zoning classification of a 9.3 acre parcel owned by Albico, Inc. on Venetia Road from R-2, Suburban Residential, to R-3, Multifamily Residential District, amending the Nottingham Township Zoning Map. In another matter, the supervisors acknowledged receipt of correspondence from Solicitor Robert Clarke to Donald Calaiaro, Esq. notifying of the township’s intent to set aside the sale of property of Mon View Mining for failure to include Nottingham Township as an interested party. According to Clarke, the party owes $58,000 in back taxes to the township, and he will continue to follow up on the matter.

In other new business, the supervisors: • Urged attendance at a June 19 seminar held by the Washington County Sewer Authority to explain regulations of the Department of Environmental Protection as they apply to the planning of subdivisions.

• Appointed Emilie Gadd as the alternate township representative to the Washington County Sewage Council for the remainder of 2008.

• Approved keeping the township’s insurance coverage for catastrophic liability claims at $1 million rather than add another million to the policy.

Finleyville Borough and Nottingham Twp. to Develop Multi-Municipality Comprehensive Plan

By Paul Chasko Although Mayor Kutsek was on vacation – all council members, the solicitor, chief of police, and secretary/treasurer were present at this month’s Finleyville Council meeting.

The minutes from the last meeting were reviewed and approved, as was the treasurer and police report.

Solicitor Bergrenn reported that he’d communicated with Nottingham Township regarding the Multi-Municipality Comprehensive Plan (MMCP); he’d received a letter from Nottingham Board Member Markeline. At its last meeting, Nottingham Township passed a motion to develop a MMCP with Finleyville Borough.

Solicitor Bergrenn mentioned that Markeline already had the basis of a twomunicipality MMCP on electronic media. A motion to develop a MMCP jointly with Nottingham Township was brought to the floor at the Finleyville meeting and passed unanimously. Mayor Kutsek and two other Finleyville Council members will work with Nottingham Board members to develop the plan. The secretary /treasurer was asked to send a letter to Nottingham Township announcing their action and to set up an initial meeting. In other business:

• A council member mentioned that the railroad crossing lights in Finleyville were on and blinking for about a threehour period on June 4. Chairman Kegel suggested a call to the 911 dispatch center would bring attention of the problem to the proper authority if it reoccurs.

• Chief Tempest reported that all permits were in place for the Fireman’s Carnival and parade coming up in July. He also reported that equipment stored on Ann Street will be moved to permit unobstructed repaving work.

• Chairman Kegel reported that an agreement with the engineering firm overseeing the repaving was signed.

• A council member presented photos showing high grass on the property of a resident who had a judgment written against her for the same problem last summer. Liens against the property were mentioned as the next step if the problem isn’t addressed.

• A sign was reported having been placed on property adjacent to Route 88 in violation of a borough ordinance. The owner of the sign will be notified of the violation.

• The fee was waived for the Firemen’s Parade permit.

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New Eagle Residents May See Hike in Garbage Collection Fees

By Ken Askew The monthly meeting of New Eagle Council was rescheduled from June 3 to June 10.

Regarding the no-burn policy (required by the Department of Environmental Protection, as enacted by the Clean Air Act) described in last month’s UnionFinley Messenger, a few misconceptions were dispelled. First, the $10K fine would apply to municipalities if they do not have a no-burn ordnance, not to homeowners who may violate the no-burn policy.

Secondly, the debarment does not apply to chimney fires, outdoor cooking grills, campfires, or recreational fires within a fire ring.

A resident questioned why a fourth stop sign was added at the intersection of 4th and Monroe. Council and Police Chief Brian Tempest explained that it was for the purpose of a safety concern, not to control traffic flow.

Further discussion from last month’s meeting regarding the chipper/shredder purchase revealed that Council had missed the deadline for submitting an application for the grant. They also missed the deadline for a recreational grant. Both applications will be submitted timely next year.

Council President Scott Honsaker warned residents of New Eagle that a fee hike is likely in the next garbage collection contract. New Eagle’s current rate is $85/year, whereas 11 other local municipalities are charging $110 to $197/year.

The latest problem with the ongoing differences with Fayette Waste is that Fayette Waste included a fuel surcharge of $850 on their last invoice. Council refused to approve payment, as such a charge is not provided for in the current contract, which is in the last year of its three-year

performance period.

The Pennsylvania Municipal Service Company proposed to collect New Eagle’s occupational privilege tax and delinquentefuse fees for a charge of 5% of the amount collected. A motion was passed to award them a three-year contract to do so.

The railroad has been non-responsive in attempts by New Eagle to mutually correct a drainage ditch problem on Mulberry Street.

Paving of Neville, Monroe, and Wood streets has been inspected and approved as satisfactory.

About a year ago, Council passed an ordinance to require trailer and mobile homes to have a foundation that meets certain specifications. Although homes placed prior to the enactment are grandfathered as exempt, Council will step up enforcement applicable to installations since then.

Council approved purchase of four Direct Connect walkie-talkies for Borough employees.

A building inspection of 462 Maderia Street resulted in a decision that it is more than 50% in a state of disrepair. Several attempts at resolving the issue with the owner, who lives in Woodbridge, VA, have been unsuccessful. Legal counsel will try one more time to notify the owner that demolition is mandated, then New Eagle will initiate the demolition. Two other properties were also inspected but did not meet the criteria for demolition.

A local resident, who has arlicense from the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to set off fireworks, has asked for Council’s concurrence to have a fireworks display. Council will investigate the request to examine if there are any public safety issues to address and determine if the resident has applicable liability insurance.

South Park Township Receives Environmental Grant

By Beth Stroud For the second consecutive year, South Park Township has received an Environmental Grant from the Pennsylvania American Water Company.

The Environmental Grant Program supports innovative, community-based environmental projects that improve, restore or protect watersheds and community drinking water supplies. The program is designed to support diverse types of activities, such as watershed cleanups, reforestation efforts, underground tank inspection programs, biodiversity projects, streamside buffer restoration projects, wellhead protection initiatives and hazardous waste collection efforts. Projects are judged based on criteria including clarity of project goals and projected impact, nature and strength of collaboration with other community and/or municipal organizations and evidence that the project will provide sustainable environmental results after the Pennsylvania American Water’s funding ends. A check in the amount of $650 was presented to South

Park Township Board of Supervisors and passed to Township Manager, Karen Fosbaugh for the township’s efforts in their Piney Fork and Peters Creeks clean-up efforts.

In other news, the supervisors rejected bids received on the Grove Road Sanitary Sewer Phase 2 project until further bid research can be performed on the bid documents. The resignation of Recreation Board Member Kimberly Thompson, who is relocating out of the area, was accepted effective June 13, 2008. Diane Baldesberger has been appointed to fill the vacancy caused by Thompson’s resignation. Permission was granted for Deputy Chief Dennis M. McDonough to attend training conducted by the International Association for Property and Evidence on Property Room Management to be held June 25.

The police chief’s report for the month of May included 783 calls for service, 33 arrests, 32 traffic citations, 3 parking citations, 80 warnings, 7 reportable accidents, 9 non-reportable accidents, 10 fire calls, and 68 EMS calls.

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That Old House

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

By William “Wild Willy” Frankfort

“The Oldest House Around” OWNER: Anonymous LOCATION: The Deep Woods For those of you my dear readers who look at the picture before you read the article, this one will stump you. You may ask yourself, “Has he gone off the deep end? Is this a bear’s house or what?” Actually you couldn’t be more wrong.

This could be the oldest house in this part of Washington County.

Deep in our local forest resides a wonderful, “Rock Shelter.” This

was the home to the local indigenous people who first lived in Western Pennsylvania and fosters impressions of the Meadowcroft rock shelter located in Avella, Pennsylvania.

The Meadocroft site is reportedly the oldest inhabited location around.

It has been used since 14,000 B.C. which means its been inhabited for around 16,000 years.

The common bond between the two shelters is the location of water and size of the shelter. Our site is a double shelter which affords two over hangs and at one time was the full size of the ravine.

I first found this site almost twenty years ago while I was on a quest to find Mingo Falls. (A Whiskey Rebellion Site.) At that time both the upper and lower caves were quite large. The water from the spring ran down through a crack onto the lower

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cave roof and flowed into the center of the ravine.

As time went on both roofs eroded and collapsed but I remember standing upright in the upper cave and scraping away years of soot from campfires. After one really heavy rainy season I had visited the shelter and found a giant sycamore tree had fallen or had been washed over the edge of the ravine and collapsed the roof or the upper shelter.

I truly love these sites because they let my imagination run wild. I was fortunate to have my youngest son along this time and to say that he wasn’t bored would be an understatement.

As time rolls on old, “Old Houses” like these disappear and erode into gentle slopes. For those of you who know this spot, enjoy it while it lasts and remember its private property, so obey the signs.

** If you live in an old house, or know of an old, unique or historic house in your town and would like to have it profiled as part of the “That Old House” feature in the Union-Finley Messenger, please contact us at 412-249-8177, or e-mail us at news@unionfinley.com.

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Elizabeth Borough Council Appoints Larry Duvall as New Member

By Alice Harris The May 25 Elizabeth Borough Council meeting resulted in a new Councilmen appointed, measures to curb juvenile offences in place, the discharge of a longterm police officer, and continued borough improvements.

In attendance were Council Members Paul Shaner, Mary VanFossen, Robin Miller, Chad Rager, Monica Douglas, and Margaret Fleischauer. Also in attendance were Mayor John Yacura, Secretary Robin Stockton, and Solicitor Pat McGrail.

Guest Thom Jones spoke on acquiring exclusive rights to the Waterworks property to allow for application for a grant to fund a Lewis & Clark Museum and Festival in Elizabeth. A motion to approve a letter in support for this project passed with a roll call vote. (In favor: Rager, Miller, Douglas, Fleischauer, Shaner. Opposed: VanFossen.)

Guest Mary Blackwood asked if the Borough would remove weeds growing on Tanner Alley. She also asked that residents comply with not parking vehicles in Tanner Alley, as they block through-traffic and emergency vehicle access. Elizabeth

Borough Police will address this problem.

In other business: • Guest Betty Krofic thanked the Borough for the stop sign recently installed near her home.

• Mayor John Yacura reported that the Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #236 asked that Plum Street in front of the lodge be closed to vehicle traffic on June 7 to hold a flea market. Approved.

• An Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement for Mutual Aid through Twin Rivers COG was approved.

• Elizabeth Borough currently has opted out of the Department of Labor & Industry Construction Code, but it may now be more beneficial to the Borough to opt in. Approved. A motion to terminate the Borough contract with Building Inspector Arlo Roma was also approved.

• A motion to discharge Patrolman Bob Buchina from Elizabeth Borough Police duties was approved in a roll call vote.

In favor: Shaner, Miller, Douglas and Fleischauer. Opposed: Rager and VanFossen.

• The Borough, in conjunction with

the Borough streets must be addressed. Any police officer can post a vehicle and have it towed in 48 hours.

• Chad Rager stated that residences with high grass must be cited to keep the Borough looking nice and to reduce vermin.

• Any delinquent tax property in the Borough can be considered for sheriff’s sale.

•The Design Committee New Councilman Larry Duvall was appointed tofinish the term of the for Duke Park will be late Leonard Bailey and was sworn in by Magistrate Beth Mills at the meeting on June 6 at 6 May 25 Elizabeth Borough Council Meeting. (Photo by Alice Harris) pm in the Duke Park pavilion. Residents of Magistrate Beth Mills, has undertaken all ages are invited and input. a pro-active approach to making Elizabeth Forward schools safer for all. • A motion for applications to COG for grants for the revitalization of Community service and part-time Waterfront Park and gazebo was work for the Borough and school disapproved. A motion for the demolition trict are being considered in place of of 223 McKeesport Road was approved fines (which parents pay) for truancy, with an opposing vote by Fleischauer. underage drinking, etc. Underage • Chad Rager asked for a Public Works drinking is a serious problem and conseasonal employee for no more than sidered a crime in Mill’s court. three days per week at the wage cost of Offenders will be placed under the $7 per hour. Approved with an oppossupervision of the department to which ing vote by Fleischauer. they are assigned for community serv• Nominations were held to fill the ice. vacant seat on Council left open by the • Elizabeth Borough Fire Chief and late Leonard Bailey, which had been Councilman Chad Rager was comfilled by David Householder who mended for the increased enrollment of recently resigned due to health issues. young members to the fire department • Richard Lewis and Larry Duvall were since his installation as chief. nominated for this seat, which will • Mayor John Yacura related that the serve through 2009. Duvall was police department can access any approved in a roll call vote with Rager school building at any time. They can and Shaner opposing. Magistrate Beth also monitor the schools at any time Mills swore him in. with live feeds. Also, fire personnel can • Larry Duvall, Planning Commission, gain access though the police. stated that he secured copies of zoning • Paul Shaner, Public Works, stated that books and maps for all Zoning Hearing residents that notice a road that needs Board members and also a laminated repair, potholes that need filled, etc., copy of Makin’s zoning map at the cost should phone the Borough and report. of $119.12 to the Borough. Zoning and • Chad Rager, Parks and Recreation, building application permits with related his ideas to construct a pavilion instructions on how to apply may be at Wylie Field that residents could rent picked up at the Borough Building. for graduation parties, etc. He will obtain construction costs and present • A motion to pursue the program through Twin Rivers COG for building to the Borough. inspection for a period of one year was • Mary Van Fossen, Ordinance, stated unanimously approved. that expired registration vehicles on

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UT Board Settles On Content Of Airport Hazards Ordinance

By Paul Chasko Barring any new developments, Union Township (UT) will have an Airport Hazards Zoning Ordinance in place after a special meeting advertised for Thursday, July 24 for its passage. After a long evening of discussion the UT Board passed a motion to accept what is very close to a “Model Ordinance” proposed several years ago by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) based on the Federal Aviation Regulation, Part 77 (FAR 77). The only change from the draft will be the inclusion of a topographical map delineating the hazards zones already defined in the text of the document. Anything other than “very minor changes” in the interim would necessitate another review and more delay.

Testimony from Mr. Gerald Gromlowicz, (Aviation Inspection Supervisor PennDOT Bureau of Aviation) was key in the Board’s decision that the draft ordinance under discussion needed no further modification as it contained all the critical components of the “Model Ordinance” drafted to comply with FAR 77 requirements. Some suggestions from the UT Airport Planning Commission will not be incorporated notably those intended to recover costs from and place certain restrictions on Airport operations. Mr. Gromlowicz who will review and comment on (but not approve) the final document stated that they would be inappropriate in this ordinance. The UT and Airport Board members and attorneys for UT, the airport and Mary Parish questioned Mr. Gromlowicz . Near the end of the meeting Supervisor Tkach motioned to adopt the ordinance as is. The motion came to a vote with Mr. Tkach and Mr. Cheplic voting “yes” and Mr. Parish and Mr. Spahr voting “no”. The voting was interrupted by the Parish attorney sparing Supervisor Linda Evans from casting the deciding vote. At issue was the fact that this meeting was advertised as a hearing only for gathering of testimony – thus leading to the special meeting scheduled for passage on July 24.

At issue in this process have been trees on the Parish property that are and have been penetrating the airspace at the Finleyville Airport as defined by FAR 77. Their existence and any other existing structures are “grandfathered” in, but after passage of the

ordinance, their penetration into the airspace therein defined is regulated – they would have to be topped off to prevent any further penetration. Any structures built after passage of the ordinance, within the hazards zones, would need to conform to the ordinance. Mr. Gromlowicz made it clear however, that the “grandfathering” would not free any property owner from liability in the event of an accident involving the obstructions and having adopted the ordinance and making efforts to enforce it, UT would be less likely to be found liable in the case of an accident.

The hazards zoning area as defined by the model ordinance also includes parts of Nottingham Township, Peters Township and all of Finleyville Borough. Their distance from and elevation in relation to the Finleyville Airport make it unlikely that these municipalities would pose aviation hazards but these municipalities should be aware that they are included in the zones defined by the model ordinance. A possible issue in these municipalities might be the construction of electronic communication towers.

Other observations regarding this issue as follows: (sources in parenthesis) • The UT Board is under a Mandamus order from Common Pleas Judge Emery to pass an Airport Hazards Zoning Ordinance. (court schedule).

• Some residents believe a conflict-ofinterest exists for Mr. Parish relative to the airport issue (public hearing).

• With commitment to this ordinance it’s less likely the Airport Board will seek sanctions against UT (attorney for the airport).

• This ordinance, as it now stands, could have been adopted several years ago avoiding costly litigation (UT records).

• It’s become clear that the State is very generous to small airports in the way of grants and their use restrictions (Finleyville Airpark Grant Record).

• The State does not want to see the closure of any airports in PA as it’s unlikely any others will be built (Mr. Gromlowicz - PennDOT).

• Real estate taxes paid by the airport are very much less than one would expect considering the acreage and number of structures (tax records).

Police Activities Highlight Recent Monongahela Council Meeting

By Ken Askew A packed Council Chambers was the site of Monongahela’s monthly Council meeting, which only lasted a relatively short 20 minutes.

During the Public Forum, neighbors from Swift Alley (connects Black and Otis streets) voiced opposing views about who could do what to maintain access to the alley. Counsel reiterated the city’s position from the discussion at last month’s meeting—that the alley is not under Monongahela’s jurisdiction. It is private land, and the residents should consult their respective attorneys, not Monongahela Council, to settle their differences. Counsel agreed to set forth this position in a letter.

A citizen had attempted to have an Abitibi dumpster parked at the library to make recycling convenient for the library and its patrons, but the company refused.

Instead, they explained that their preference was to place a dumpster at a Sheetz store, where it would be more visible and accessible. Council agreed to assist the library’s effort.

Council approved a motion to reappoint Carole Foglia as city clerk for a four-year term.

The police report included three items: 1. The K-9 fund is proceeding well.

Accordingly, Officer Larry Maraldo will attend a one-day classroom course in West Virginia on June 18, when 100 police officers will learn about legal issues related to K-9s and standard operating procedures.

2. The Monongahela Police currently maintain daytime walking patrols of the business district (Main Street between 1st and 6th avenues plus Chess Park). They have added a midnight shift walking patrol to this same area, resulting in 24hour police presence. The daytime duty includes entering businesses and establishing contact with the owners, but the midnight shift will emphasize checking locked doors of closed establishments.

3. In cooperation with the Washington County Task Force, the Monongahela police arrested a heroin dealer at 4:15 pm on June 6 in the Aquatorium parking lot.

Jose Benitez Sanchez, 43 years old, was caught with 10 heroin “stamp bags” on his person, worth about $1K. Upon checking the criminal computer files, it was learned that Sanchez is wanted in New York City on a gun law violation. He was charged with possession of and intent to deliver heroin, then taken to Washington County Jail under a $100K bond. Charges are pending against a female residing at the same address.

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Jefferson Hills Council Discusses Assessment of Penalty Against Borough

By Andrea Earnest The Jefferson Hills Borough Council meeting was held on Monday, June 9, with all members present.

The meeting began with a citizen’s request to videotape regular meetings to be shown on Comcast; Council President King explained that this is not an option because of cost. The Council proceeded through motions to accept the minutes of last month’s agenda meeting, the record of the public hearing on May 12, and the minutes of the regular meeting on May 12.

Council then proceeded to approve the monthly bills. Councilman James Weber had questions about several of the bills.

After going over several bills, Councilman Weber asked specifically about a bill in the amount of $37,500, which Solicitor Mike Adams explained is a penalty under a February 13, 2006, Disconnection Agreement with the Pleasant Hills Authority to take some properties out of the system and convert them to Clairton.

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The Borough did not fulfill the agreement and is therefore being fined under the contract terms.

There was considerable discussion on this topic, with several Council members asking why and where the “ball was dropped,” as Councilman Khalil asked.

Because the developer’s agreement for the main interceptor to Clairton was not signed until November 2007, it was not possible to complete the work on time.

Borough Engineer Ruthann Omer assured the Council that the wheels are now in motion to complete the contract and that there is a cordial, professional relationship with Pleasant Hills Sewer Authority.

There were several requests for purchases by the police department. Motions were made and carried to provide new bulletproof vests and portable radios. Chief Reagan also asked for eight new computers, but after discussion the motion was amended for the purchase of four computers. Chief Reagan and Mayor Michael Green thanked the Council for the new equipment.

Several requests were made for new equipment for the Public Works Department. The first was for a four-ton asphalt patcher, and the motion failed.

The second was for a tire changer and wheel balancer, which was tabled. The third was for the purchase of a 2008 Kubota utility vehicle, which failed.

A number of resolutions were adopted and authorized. Borough Manager Douglas Arndt reminded residents about the day camp from July 7?August 1 for kids from six to twelve. Applications are available in the Borough Building. The problem of street parking was also addressed. Councilman Khalil offered to be present a half hour before the regular meeting to aid citizens. The meeting was adjourned, and an executive session followed adjournment.

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Issues With Former Police Force Put to Rest at Recent Union Township Meeting

By Paul Chasko At the June Union Township (UT) Board Meeting, a motion was passed to pay former police officers for accumulated sick pay and a grievance award. The total payment of $77,665.20 includes the accumulated sick pay (with interest) the officers would have received had the police force not been disbanded. It also included a grievance settlement of $4,000, stemming from a subcontract issued by the UT Board to hire a retired PA State Police Officer to inventory the former police evidence room rather than one of the former police officers. A Memorandum of Understanding was issued, acknowledging the terms of this final settlement. UT residents can breath a sigh of relief that one source of litigation is gone.

Solicitor Makel chose an opportunity during the meeting to respond to some of the comments that have been made recently (about the extensive litigation).

“Most of the litigation was begun by actions of a prior board and solicitor in place before he was retained by UT. Most of the things that occurred were due to a complete breakdown of the legal system that was in place at that time,” said Makel. “My goal was to right the [existing] situation, and I’ve saved the township a great deal of money in legal fees.” He also mentioned that the Elrama Sewage Project would never have gotten off the ground without his involvement. A majority of the Board supports his actions.

There was additional heated discussion about Solicitor Makel’s attendance at a committee hearing in York, PA to give testimony in support of House Bill (# 2159) that might have bearing on Finleyville Airport zoning.

According to Chairman Parish, “They attended to protect the interests of UT residents.” Mr. Tkach last month took issue with the Solicitor’s attendance, as it did not have full board approval. Mr. Spahr referenced a general motion related to this issue passed at the February 11 meeting, authorizing the Solicitor to take necessary steps to prepare sample documents, ordinances, etc. and to attend necessary hearings and meetings. Mr. Tkach felt this trip stretched the definition of “necessary.” Supervisor Evans added, “I was under the impression that the Solicitor had been authorized.” After this meeting, Supervisor Tkach said there was evidence that the remaining Board members could have been notified of this hearing.

The Board overturned (Parish, Evans, Spahr – yes / Tkach, Cheplic – no) last month’s decision to accept reimbursement of Makel’s fee for this trip. Later in the meeting, Solicitor Makel donated the amount of his billing in question to help pay for security improvements at the Union Township Recreation Park.

Road Crew Foreman Albert Banahasky took issue with comments written in a letter to the editor last month in the Union-Finley Messenger that stated that roads are not in good repair due to the influence of excessive litigation costs.

Eight bids were received for the repaving of McChain Road, Lew Street, and Cheve Chase Street, including repair and/or replacement of storm water catch basins.

The bid was awarded by motion to lowest

responsive bidder (Victor Paving for $233,500.00) subject to review and approval of their bid by the PennDOT Municipal Representative.

In other business: • Motion: The Solicitor was directed to examine drawings in the Washington County Planning Commission records to determine responsibility for a failing drainpipe that is causing surface erosion on the property of Resident Paul Laur.

• Reports were received from the Zoning Officer, Township Engineer, and the Road Crew Foreman.

• Motion: Approve May 12 meeting minutes with some minor corrections.

• Attention was called to a bookkeeping error that must be corrected. The grant funds received for the Elrama Sewage Project need to be separated from the General Fund and kept in another account, as do payment of bills for the project.

• Resident Nancy Mercer asked if any costs generated by the UT Solicitor in passing records on to another attorney were reimbursed. Makel replied that the deduction would show up in next month’s billing.

• Motions: Approve payment of payrolls #10 and #11, totaling $15,180.73.

• Motion: Approve payment of General Fund Bills of $ 32,818.50.

• Income and payments on the Profit/Loss statement need adjusted to remove income and bill payments for the Elrama Sewage Project from the General Fund.

• The Liquid Fuels account currently shows a balance of $153,665.35.

• Motion: Have Solicitor pass a resolution to change the tap-in fee for the Elrama Sewage Project from $2,000 to $1,000.

• Motion: Have the Solicitor file a “Right of Entry” to have contractors enter properties under condemnation for the Elrama Sewage Project.

• Motion: Adopt the ordinance for the Interim Funding Agreement with First Commonwealth Bank for the Elrama Sewage Project.

• Motion: Authorize the Solicitor to contact the authority offering assistance to senior citizens for tap-in costs for the Elrama Sewage Project.

• Motion: Authorize debt obligation of $1,941, 301 for the Elrama Sewage Project.

• Motion: Have Solicitor prepare an addendum to increase the cost (included in the $1,941,301) of the above loan to account for startup delays.

• Motion: Authorize the Solicitor to compare an existing holding tank ordinance to the model ordinance supplied by the Washington County Sewage Council.

• Advertising an ordinance for placement of stop signs at Patterson and Tuscany roads tabled until next month.

• Secretary/Treasurer will set up interviews for Zoning Officer and Road Crew positions.

• Solicitor will advertise the ordinance adopting the Uniform Construction Code as the basis for construction work in UT. • Motion: Approve an easement for a

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sewer line servicing the Orchard Hill Development (Peters Township) to pass through UT subject to review and approval by the UT Engineer and all fees being paid.

The Solicitor is setting up a meeting with Carroll Township Solicitor Bigi to begin work on a Joint MultiMunicipality Comprehensive Plan.

Quotes are being solicited for installation of guardrails on Pleasant View and Gilmore roads.

An Agricultural Committee hearing was scheduled for August 6 to discuss impact of the proposed South Beltway.

Ford dealers have been asked to submit quotes for two trucks to replace existing UT trucks.

Repairs were authorized ($1,408) for the repair of a roll-up door damaged by vandals at the UT Recreation Park.

Supervisor Linda Evans reported a successful volunteer cleanup day at the Recreation Park and thanked all who contributed time and material.

Motion: Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department received approval for a fireworks display on July 25 subject to the submission of a certificate of insurance by the fireworks company.

Call for comments or additions from Board members to the new township map.

Resignation of Barb Fitterer from the UT Planning Commission was accepted

with regrets and thanks for her past service to UT. Resumes for the vacant position will be accepted until July 13.

• Washington County Sewage Commission requested UT representation at a seminar on June19. Bernie Wagner offered to attend.

• Supervisor Tkach handed out a Request for Proposal for a Grant Writer for Board consideration.

• A 40-minute closed executive session, in which litigation was discussed, followed the meeting.

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By J.R. Brower It seems like yesterday that Farmhouse Coffee opened for business at the corner of Valley Brook and East McMurray roads in Peters Township. Actually, it has been open for almost two and a half years. In December, the unique, “faith-based” coffee shop will celebrate their third anniversary.

Owner Barb Chapman is very proud of her establishment, and she has every right to be. In 2005, an opportunity became available to lease the historic James and Sadie McMurray home, which was built between 1914 and 1919.

Chapman took the ball and ran with it, creating not only a small Barb Chapman and daughter Alina stand above the restaurant, but also a completely beautifully decorated grounds at Farmhouse Coffee. refurbished farmhouse with beautifully landscaped grounds next to the Arrowhead Trail right in the heart of “downtown” McMurray. In the winter, you can relax on a sofa by the fireplace, and in the summer, stroll the grounds to a lovely flowered gazebo.

“The world is so fast paced, we tried to create a quiet place to relax and reflect,” said Chapman, who is originally from Chicago and has resided in Peters Township for 25 years. Her husband, Jay, a Class of ’78 graduate of Peters Township High School (PTHS), is in the construction business. They have two daughters, Alex, 21, and Alina, 17, who works part-time alongside her mother at the store.

Farmhouse Coffee offers your favorite java, of course, as well as expresso, cappuccino, latte, hot chocolate, steamers, tea, fruit smoothies, and ice cream. They also feature pastries, bagels, biscotti, and quiche.

Asked what she thinks about a Starbucks opening across the intersection in the fall, she said she didn’t think that would affect her business at all. “We want to be more a part of the community. Our logo says ‘Coffee and Community.’ We are for people who like a little atmosphere,” said Chapman.

Meeting rooms can also be reserved for bible studies, card clubs, business meetings, or special events. Groups that currently meet at Farmhouse Coffee on a regular basis include Friends of Montour Trail, Waterdam Church, Peters Creek Baptist Church, and Campus Life Youth Group as well as PTHS lacrosse and soccer booster clubs. They also have WiFi Internet access for those with wireless laptops.

To top it all off, Farmhouse Coffee offers live music on most Friday nights from local Christian contemporary, jazz, and folk musicians. Farmhouse Coffee is located at 502 Valley Brook Road, and their phone number is 724-942-4989. Check out their website, www.farmhousecoffee.net.

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Logan Vaughan Honored During Ringgold 2008 Class Commencement Ceremony

MEC Teachers Honored at Tea A Retirement Tea was held in honor of Monongahela Elementary Center (MEC) teachers who are retiring. Pictured above (left to right) are Sally Keeney, Twila Ramsden, Claudia Miller, Janey Mellinger, Mary Jo Brady, Lugene Calderone, and Maryann Rullo. The ladies enjoyed themselves at the River House Café in Charleroi.

Principal Dwayne Homa leads Ringgold’s graduating seniors onto the field.

By Paul Chasko

Chamber of Commerce Honors PTHS Seniors The Peters Township Chamber of Commerce recently honored 49 seniors from Peters Township High School with a Recognition of Excellence Ceremony in the high school auditorium. These students, selected by the faculty, distinguished themselves in the areas of academics, athletics, the arts, and leadership.

The honorees are: Dana Aaron, Michael Allen, Timothy Beck, Brooke Blackman, Justin Broglie, Kaitlyn Buzard, Taylor Caso, Larissa Cassano, Matthew Connor, Alexa DeLuca, Jeana DeNardo, Annelyse Giovannitti, Gabrielle Goozdich, Kathryn Hartenbach, Renee Heldman, Christian Hughes, Mary Irwin, James Jarrett, Christopher Jewison, Allison Kipling, Stanley Kleja, Brighid Knoll, Mark Lacy, Lauren Latinovich, Angelina Magreni, Matthew Moshier, Angelina Nepa, Emily Palko, Robert Perhach, Tyler Porco, Bryan Powell, Shane Pruitt, Caitlyn Roberson, Samuel RogersMelnick, Patrick Russo, Jacquelyn Scarberry, David Shepherd, Joseph Smith, Kaitlyn Stroyne, Daniel Urbanowicz, Jordan Vachon, Ann Wawrose, Emily Yang, Byron Zajdel, Elizabeth Zeffiro, and Laura Zini.

The Ringgold Class of 2008 Commencement Ceremony took place in Joe Montana Stadium on a beautiful warm spring evening – Friday, June 6. There wasn’t a seat left in the stands, as relatives and friends of the graduating seniors packed the stadium for the ceremony. Teachers, guests, school administrators, and members of the school board took their seats on the field and were followed by the 264 members of the graduating class to the A banner in tribute of Logan Vaughan strains of the traditional Pomp and faces the students on the field.

Circumstance performed by the Ringgold High School Band. After a welcoming address by Supervisor Gary Hamilton, Scott Fredrick introduced Washington County District Attorney Steven A. Toprani who gave the keynote address.

Toprani is a former Ringgold graduate and gave a speech that targeted those students that didn’t fall in the top portion of the class scholastically, admitting he was in their position when he graduated from Ringgold. He cited the graduation as a new beginning from which all students can set and achieve goals, with nothing out of reach.

Toprani’s speech was followed by speeches from Co-Valedictorians Washington County District Attorney Steven A. Elizabeth Eikey and Randy Stein followed Toprani addresses Ringgold’s graduating seniors by an address by Student Speaker Maura Rodgers. The oratory was followed by the awarding of diplomas.

As most of the extended Ringgold family is aware, Senior Logan T. Vaughan died this past winter as a result of a tragic car accident. He was a popular student – well liked by all who knew him. Nearly all of the students had a large LV on the top of their graduating caps in tribute to Logan. There was a banner with a photo of Logan facing the students on the field. It was as if he had been there in body as well as in spirit. He was counted as a member of the graduating class, and his sister, Kelsey Vaughan, accepted his diploma to a roar of approval from the student body and audience alike. It was a fitting tribute to this young man, who was taken from us much too soon.

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Peters Township School News

Ringgold School District News

Pleasant Valley Elementary Raises More than $4,000 for Relay for Life

Ringgold Pre-K Activities Ensure Readiness

The winning dance teams.

On May 16, 2008, more than 70 Pleasant Valley Elementary students filled the stage at Peters Township High School for “PV Idol”, the school’s version of the popular television show and a chance to raise funds for the Peters Township Relay for Life event.

Three staff members took the roles of Paula, Randy and Simon for the event: Mrs. Kelly Zajicek, Mr. Tim Cirincione, and Mrs. Carol Hoffman respectively. Following the 35 acts, the audience could vote for their favorites by making a donation to the Relay and the American Cancer Society in the voting box bearing the name and photo of their selection.

The auditorium was filled to capacity that evening and donations totaled $4,404, and 480 pounds of food was also collected for the Washington County Food Bank.

In all, the Pleasant Valley team has raised more than $10,000 for the American Cancer Society in the past four years.

The winning acts of the evening were all dance teams. First place was a tie between The Tanglewood Girls, the team of Carla Goldsmith, Mary Rauscher, Anna McGoogan, and Kate Deegan; and Nicoletta LoBasso, an individual act. The Sunshine Girls came in second, comprised of Makenzie Stewart, Irelynd Stewart, Haley Tom, Cassidy Tom and Maria Manning.

Recent activities in the Ringgold School District have helped tremendously with the sometimes-scary transition to kindergarten. Pre-K students and their families recently enjoyed Family Fun Nights held at all three elementary centers. There, the children spent time meeting their new kindergarten teachers, speech therapist, local librarians, and related arts teachers of physical education, computer, music, and art. The children rotated around to different centers to gain insight as what to expect when they come to school in August.

No tears, just smiles and laughter as they heard stories, drew pictures, played games, and wrote their names in shaving cream.

The parents and grandparents also became familiar with the district’s policies as they listened to Lugene Calderone, coordinator of the event, speak on reading and language readiness, along with parenting tips, and were enlightened as Guidance Counselors Tamera Gaffey and Tanya Hodge explained the new Anti-Bullying Policy recently adopted at Ringgold.

Also, as an outcome of the Ringgold Transition Team’s work, children from local participating childcare centers spent a morning at “Buddy Day” at their new kindergarten, pairing up with a kindergarten student.

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Along with the well-deserved recognition, the school will receive a $20,000 grant at the 15th National Forum on Character Education, Character Is Destiny, to be held October 17-19 in Washington D.C. Having demonstrated the success of their initiatives through the rigorous application and screening process, Bower Hill will use the grant to serve as a national leader and model for other schools and districts seeking to improve their character education efforts.

The Peters Township School District is no stranger to the Schools of Character Award. McMurray Elementary was named a National School of Character in 2004.

In 2006, Pleasant Valley Elementary was a finalist for the award, and in 2007 the District was named a finalist for its kindergarten through 8th grade programs (Bower Hill, Pleasant Valley, McMurray Elementary, and Peters Township Middle School).

The organization also gives Promising Practices Awards for implementing unique and specific strategies in character education that others may learn from and even replicate. Each of Peters Township's five buildings have received this award: Bower Hill in 2003 and 2005; McMurray in 2002 and 2006, Peters Township Middle School in 2004 and 2005; Peters Township High School in 2005; and Pleasant Valley Elementary in 2004.

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Madonna Catholic Regional School News American Legion Award Recipients

MCRS 8th Grade Graduation Shown in front of the Grotto on the school grounds are the members of the graduating Class of 2008.

Pictured after the graduation ceremony at Our Lady of the Valley Parish are (l-r): Mrs. Sharon Brown, Principal of Madonna Catholic Regional School; Judith Kovalcik, member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit; Marina Sendek, recipient of the American Legion Auxiliary Award; Nicolas Greaves, recipient of the American Legion Certificate of School Award; Clyde Willebrand, member of the American Legion Post 212; and Mr. Paul Bakos, Lead Teacher at the Donora Site.

The Ernest E. Jobes Post 212 and the Auxiliary Unit of the American Legion – Donora recently honored two eighth grade students from Madonna Catholic Regional School with the American Legion Certificate of School Award and Auxiliary Award. They are Marina Sendek and Nicolas Greaves.

Many thanks to Mrs. Catherine Amoroso, widow of Gregory George Amoroso, past Commander of Post 212, for her dedication to the eighth grade recipients in obtaining these awards.

Marina is the daughter of Thomas and Jennifer Sendek of Carroll Township. Nicolas is the son of James and Maria Greaves of Carroll Township. Both Marina and Nicolas will continue their education at Ringgold High School.

Academic Achievements at Madonna Catholic Regional School On May 18-20, 2008, three students from Madonna Catholic Regional School participated in the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science State Meet at Penn State Pictured with their certificates at Penn State are (l-r): Nick University. Eighth grade students Hudak, son of Chris and Bobbi Hudak of Carroll Kendall Lackner and Marina Township; Kendall Lackner, daughter of Lisa Lackner of Sendek, as well as seventh grade Charleroi; and Marina Sendek, daughter of Tom and student Nicholas Hudak qualified Jennifer Sendek of Carroll Township. for the PJAS State Meet by receiving 1st Awards at the Regional Meet held at California University of Pennsylvania in February. At the state level with nearly 2200 students participating, all three students received 2nd Awards for their science presentations. Kendall’s research dealt with the effect of the amount of borax solution on a polymer, Marina’s experiment focused on the effect of temperature on Vitamin C concentration, and Nick’s project explored the timing interval and step size on computer animation. The Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science was initiated to improve the quality of achievement in the sciences through encouraging students to participate in scientific research and to develop original ideas. Student participants are encouraged to follow the scientific method to select a project, research the background, formulate a hypothesis, develop an experiment to prove or disprove the hypothesis, and to collect and analyze data from their experiment. The students then prepare a written report and give an oral presentation with audio visuals to a panel of two or more judges who evaluate the student’s project presentation against set criteria. Mr. Paul Bakos, lead teacher at the middle school site, is the PJAS Sponsor for Madonna Catholic Regional School.

Marina Sendek Co-winner of Algebra I/Integrated Math II Contest (Pictured on the right) Barb MacDonald, President of the Mathematics Council of Western Pennsylvania (right), presents Marina Sendek her plaque for being the Co-Winner of the First Round of the Algebra I/Integrated Math II Contest in Washington-Greene Counties. Marina is a student at Madonna Catholic Regional School.

On Thursday, May 29, Madonna Catholic Regional School ended its 10th year celebrations with the graduation of the 8th grade class. At 7:00 p.m. in Our Lady of the Valley Parish, Rev. Joseph Feltz of St. Anthony Parish in Monongahela, Rev. George Chortos of Transfiguration Parish in Monongahela, Rev. Michael Yaksick of Our Lady of the Valley Parish in Donora, and Rev. David Dzermejko of Mary, Mother of the Church Parish in Charleroi, concelebrated Mass which was then followed by the Graduation Ceremony. Twenty-four students were recognized for their outstanding achievements as each received certificates during the celebration. We wish them God’s blessings as they go their separate ways and continue their education at the high school level.

Earth Day Celebrated at Madonna Catholic Regional School Students in grades 6-8 at Madonna Catholic completed Earth Day projects to bring awareness to recycling. As part of their Science class, students were required to make something useful out of something that would otherwise be thrown out.

Numerous different items were created including desk organizers, dominoes, bracelets, mobiles, bird feeders and many other innovative ideas. All of the inventions were unique and would prove to be very useful throughout the home or office.

Shown with some very creative projects are Ryan Konek with a picture frame made out of old computer paper boxes; Tori Albert with a planter made from old pop bottles; Amanda Szerszen with a purse made out of an old pair of blue jeans; and Courtney Saniga with a trash can made out of old pop cans.

Madonna Catholic 7th Annual Walkathon Students at both sites of Madonna Catholic Regional School participated in the 7th Annual Walkathon on May 9, 2008. All students in grades K-8, as well as faculty members and volunteer parents with pre-school aged children, joined in the 2-mile walk in the towns of Monongahela and Donora in order to raise funds. Students solicited donations by sending out Shown are students leaving the Donora Site led by letters to family, friends, and Jake Brown, Skyler Zimmerman, Ryan Miller and neighbors to sponsor them for Brandon Konek who carried the school banner their walk. Although the weather throughout the town of Donora. was a bit tricky in the early morning hours, both sites were able to enjoy a rain-free walk.

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Ringgold Hires New Girls’ Basketball Coach The Ringgold school board recently voted to hire Nick Mandich as the girls’ basketball coach.

Mandich’s resume Basketball Coaching Experience: • Ringgold High School – Assistant Girls’ Coach 2005-2008 • Trinity High School – Head Girls’ Coach 1999-2001 • West Greene High School – Head Girls’ Coach 1996-1999 • California University of PA – Assistant Women’s Coach 1987-1991 • Waynesburg Central High School – Head Girls’ Coach 1984-1986

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Nick Mandich

Awards • Round Ball Classic Coach 2000 • Washington-Greene County Coach of the Year 1998-1999 • Washington-Greene County Coach of the Year 1997-1998

2008 Cal U Summer Theatre School Runs July 14-26 The Mon Valley Performing Arts Academy has a few openings left in their Summer Experience 2008! Applications are available for enrollment in the summer theatre school hosted by California University of Pennsylvania's Department of Theatre and Dance.

Participants will have the opportunity to study all elements of musical theatre performance-- acting, voice and dance-- in an intensive two-week experience on the Cal U campus. Summer 2008 marks the eleventh session of this increasingly popular program, and the program will conclude with a full musical. Last year’s Honk! Jr. was a delightful romp through the duck yard!

Beginning July 14th and ending July 26th, students will attend classes and rehearse Disney’s Alice In Wonderland Jr., which will be performed on the evening of the 26th. Students between the ages of 8 and 17 may apply.

Registration includes all scripts, music, costumes and lunch for each day of the school. Cost is $295 per student which includes a Mon Valley Performing Arts Academy souvenir t-shirt.

Please call 724-938-4220 or e-mail Janie Walmsley at walmsley@cup.edu for more information and to receive an application.

“Whatever You Do, Don’t…”

By Paul Chasko By now, if you are a regular reader of my column, you probably know that I like to fish. I’m not what you’d call an expert, but I do like to get out and drown worms or whatever else folks tell me the fish are biting on.

Since Chicky and I were first married, I’d always wanted a canoe. I had these visions of paddling and fishing my way along pristine waters – and anyway, we couldn’t afford a boat. She usually gives in to my whining about “something I really need” – so we finally bought a canoe. After getting acquainted with the sore knees, blisters, and sunburn that come along with canoeing, we decided to try fishing on the Mon River. Canoeing on the Mon is a shaky business. You’re tossed around quite a bit every time a boat comes by – but we got used to putting the bow of the canoe into the swells and were doing just fine drifting with the wind and fishing.

Now we all heard the stories of monster carp and catfish that were in the river, and this was to be my day to finally hook one. I mean, I couldn’t move it up from the bottom and it was literally pulling the canoe around in a circle – my rod was bent almost double. This monster took the line toward Chicky’s end of the canoe. I’m not sure whose

idea it was, but Chicky grabbed the line and began trying to pull the fish up.

Every time she gave a tug on the line, the canoe would tip a bit – this was starting to make me nervous. The last words I remember saying before the line broke were, “What ever you do don’t …” and then suddenly I was gagging on part of the Mon River. Our life jackets had been in the bottom of the boat and we hung onto them trying to recover whatever we could. My hat with my fishing license and one of my low-cut sneakers were floating several feet away, and Chicky, practical as ever, was stuffing the paddles in the swamped canoe. I’m certain the monster fish I’d hooked was having a good chuckle as he watched our tackle boxes, rods, and reels sinking to the bottom – he probably ate our sandwiches. We’re lucky he didn’t eat us.

We floated on either side of the canoe and pushed it toward the nearest shore until we could touch bottom – Mon River Muck. We finally got the canoe emptied and realized our car was on the opposite side of the river. The moral of this story is … oh well, you figure one out.

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New Eagle Youth Soccer Signups The New Eagle Youth Soccer Association will be holding sign up sessions for the 2008 fall season. Sign ups will be held Friday, July 11 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 12 from 10:00 a.m. - noon at the New Eagle Soccer Fields (behind the Ringgold School Administration Building). Cost is $35 per child and $15 for each additional child in the immediate family. Teams will be formed at U6, U8, U10, U12 and U15, so children aged 4-15 on July 31 are eligible to play. If you are new to New Eagle Soccer, please bring a copy of your birth certificate that we can keep for registration verification.

Any questions can be sent to neweaglesoccer@hotmail.com

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UFAAA Seeks New Board Members

By Paul Chasko There’s a great spring/summer sports program in the Union-Finley Area.

Anyone who’s had kids in summer baseball or softball is aware that the Union Finley Area Athletic Association (UFAAA) has been doing a great job running this program.

There’s baseball for the boys and softball for the girls – both slow-pitch and fastpitch. From ages 8 and under to Pony League, UFAAA teams play other teams A UFAAA Pony League player - safe at third. from throughout the Mon Valley and the South Hills. The younger kids learn the game in the instructional league. For the older kids, there’s great competition with a few tournaments thrown into the mix.

Through the support of St. Francis of Assisi Church and Ringgold School District, the kids play on five ball fields clustered around Finley Middle School.

Parental support for the program has been great. Parents support the organization by spending time maintaining the fields, running the concession stands, coaching, or just cheering their kids on This UFAAA batter is going from the stands at the games. This is truly to give the ball a ride. a family-oriented program.

When the kids join up – so do the parents.

Ask any parent who’s been involved, and you’ll learn how rewarding the time spent with their kids.

There’s a special relationship that develops between the kids and supportive moms and dads in this program. Sure the kids learn the game, but they also learn about team play, Ooooh—I got it, I got it! self-discipline, and Wow! I hit it. respect.

What do I do now?

As with any organization of this size, it requires a cadre of folks to coordinate things and to keep them running smoothly. The UFAAA Board of 10 members handles this, each taking care of one specific area with the help of parents. The current board has been serving for a long time, and they intend to vacate their respective offices in August of this year.

The organization needs new board members. Without them, UFAAA summer sports will disappear. It’s unthinkable that we could lose the summer sports program in the Union-Finley Area. New board members need to step up now so that an orderly transition can be made before winter registration begins for the summer of 2009. Please consider serving on the UFAAA Board to keep this program going – particularly if you expect your kids to play baseball or softball next summer. Call Pam Myers at 724-9690945 or 724-263-2915 if you are interested.

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Local Boxing Update

By Steve “Skeets” Levandosky

USA Boxing Amateurs set for July 19 in Pleasant Hills!

Back by popular demand, USA Boxing amateur fights will be held at Quaker Steak & Lube in Southland Shopping Center, Pleasant Hills on July 19 at 7 pm. Come out and see an action-packed night of fights and to feast on the best wings! There’s free admission, a side parking lot, great music, and refreshments. See you there!

Rob Colasante (left) lands one of many power-jabs throughout the fight he won, after going down in the first round.

Babes, Beer, and Boxing Motorcycle Run fights on June 8, Blaise Santoriello explodes a right hand on the jaw. The Altoona boy’s left foot is about six inches off the canvas.

Rob Colasante (left) and Blaise Santoriello after wrapping hands.

Ring Announcer Mike Farnim looks for someone to square off with.

Vasquez and Colasante Make it to Championships Two boys from the South Park Boxing Club (SPBC) qualified for the National Golden Gloves Championship held in Grand Rapids, MI. Rob Colasante of Munhall advanced to the third round, and “Slick” Sammy Vasquez Jr. of Monessen made it all the way to the fifth and final round only to come up short in the finals. Vasquez is the 2008, 152-lbs.

National Golden Glove Runner-Up! A BIG CONGRATULATIONS to both boys!

AMA JUNIOR OLYMPIC TOURNAMENT, ELLWOOD CITY, MAY 3 The Ellwood City Police Boxing Club held the AMA Junior Olympic Tournament at the Sons of Italy in Ellwood City. The place was packed, standing room only. The Junior Olympic Tournament is for kids 16 years old and younger—these kids are the future of boxing! Here are some of the results.

90 lbs., Nick Barca of South Park Boxing Club (SPBC) via Bronx, NY vs. Kaleb Parrish of WAFA In the first, Barca opens up with a nice 1-2 combo. Parrish keeps moving forward and getting clipped with hard jabs, followed by scoring right hand and left hooks. This pace continues to the last bell. Barca outpunched and outhustled Parrish for the win and fights for the Championship!

101 lbs., Luke Gloeckl of SPBC vs. Rayco Saunders Jr. of Weight Masters This is the trilogy—the 3rd time these fighters meet. Gloeckl takes the fight right to Saunders, hammering away at Saunders’ head when Gloeckl throws a right hand bomb that lands flush on the face, which sent Saunders to the canvas hard. He’s up by the 10 count, and the bell sounds to end round one. To start round two, Saunders “Southpaw” had a decent round scoring with his sneaky left to the chin. In the third, Gloeckl finds his second wind and hammers the Pittsburgh boy to the last bell. Luke Gloeckl wins and moves on to the Championship!

JUNIOR OLYMPIC FINALS, IMPERIAL FIRE HOUSE, MAY 10 90 lbs., Matt “Kid” Conway of SPBC vs. Caleb Parrish of WAFA The Kid Conway is back fighting again after a month off because of his school’s wrestling program. Matt entered a tournament and made it to the finals, only to come up short of winning. Maybe it’s because he had to wrestle three times earlier that day.

Congratulations, Matt, on your newfound sport! In the first round, Conway looks sharp as ever scoring with the jabs and right hands. Parrish keeps moving forward to get tattooed with Conway’s right hand and left hooks. The Kid’s lateral movement helped him slip most of Parrish punches. When the judges’ cards are tallied, Matt Conway wins unanimously.

150 lbs., Jake Peshi of SPBC vs. Andy Zezza of Steel City Boxing This fight is a good old slugfest, as both boys paint each other’s face with leather. The first two rounds were fought at a fast pace, but by the third both were tired ‘til Zezza let loose a flurry of punches that had Peshi against the ropes. Peshi catches a few more rights and lefts with his face. When the ref has seen enough and stops the fight in the third, Andy Zezza wins TKO. 90 lbs., Nick Barca of SPBC via the Bronx, NY vs. Chad Wharton of WAFA In the first, Barca runs out of his corner and nails Wharton with nice combos to the head.

Barca, with good boxing skills, uses them on Wharton, landing mostly at will. Barca fought a smart fight to the end. When the scorecards are in, Nick Barca wins the 2008 90 lbs. Junior Olympics Championship!

101 lbs., Luke Gloeckl of SPBC vs. John Graziano of Steel City In the first, Graziano had the height and reach over Gloeckl, and that’s about how the fight went. Graziano starts to score with long jabs and right hands to keep Gloeckl on the outside. Gloeckl would move inside and score with countershots at times, but the fight was fought on the outside with Gloeckl mostly moving backward. The judges give the win and championship to John Graziano; Luke Gloeckl is the 2008 runner-up.

132 lbs., Larry Kunselman of SPBC vs. Jared Dudak of Wick City In the first, Kunselman starts off landing the jab and scoring. Both boys mix it up pretty good, and neither would give ground going toe-to-toe ‘til the bell sounds. Between rounds, Kunselman is sucking air to try to catch his breath. When the second is about half done, Kunselman is out of gas and absorbs punishment on the ropes. When the ref steps in and calls halt to the action, Jared Dudak wins TKO in the second!

BIKES, BABES, BEER & BOXING MOTORCYCLE RUN, JUNE 8 About 200 bikes and babes turned out for the ‘Bikes, Babes, Beer & Boxing Bike Run’, plus about 200 more fight fans were onhand to witness the fights. Here are the SPBC results: Blaise Santorello of SPBC vs. Josh Wibneski of Altoona BC Santorello starts the brawl, landing the jab and the double jab followed by the right cross that did most of the scoring that rocked the Altoona boy when the bell sounds to end the first round. Santorello, definitely the stronger and aggressor, pounds out the decision win!

Rob Colasante of SPBC vs. Pietkes Saunders of Charletown WV Both of these 125 lb. fighters are fast-handed when Saunders lands a left hook missile to the breadbasket of Colasante, who drops to the knee, instantly up by the count of 4. The bell rings to end the first. Colasante and his cornermen make adjustments between rounds, and Colasante comes out like greased lighting in the second—the grease slipping about 7 punches, the lightning countering a 4-5 punch combo that stung the WV boy as Colasante with the faster hands wins the fight.

(Photos by J.L. Martello)

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Triple B Farms Strawberry Festival Triple B Farms in Monongahela held its annual Strawberry festival the weekend of June 14-15. Attendees enjoyed a strawberry pancake breakfast, free hayrides to the strawberry patch, and plenty of kids activities. Customers were able to pick their own strawberries or purchase pre-picked berries in the Country Market and Gift Shop.

(PHOTOS BY SCOTT MCCURDY)

Posing for a photo with “Strawberry Shortcake” is Eva Ball, from Houston, Pa.

Flea Market in Elizabeth

by Alice Harris The first Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526 Flea Market was held on Saturday, June 7 on Plum Street in Elizabeth. In spite of the near 100º temperatures, many items exchanged hands. Thanks to all who donated items and helped to make this event a success.

Masonic Brother John Novobilsky of Liberty "mans" the money table.

The Simpson family enjoys some strawberry goodies! Pictured (l-r) is C., Johnathyn, Johns, and Thoryn.

Serving the strawberry pancakes were Sheryl Drake, Nicole Perhach, and Holly Scagline,

Jeff Graham brought pet snake 'Elvira' out to enjoy the nice day.

She is soft as velvet and she doesn't mine being touched.

Delicious strawberries in a “PYO” Pick Your Own Basket!

Free hayrides to the strawberry patch added to the fun and also helped keep attendees dry.

Martha Bradley recalls the "good old days" as she explains how to use this Ironrite mangle.

Mary Ellen Trochesset of Elizabeth inspects a flying rubber eagle. Yes, she did buy it!

Holly Harris serves good old American hot dogs to Mark Gresczuk of Elizabeth and Mary Gotto of Donora.

Guests at Triple B Farms enjoyed their strawberry sweets under shelter and out of the rain.

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tans $34

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tans $44

The rainy weather did not keep these guests away from the Strawberry Festival.

Liz Drake and Masonic Brothers Albert Roll and Chuck Smith hang out at the ‘We Have The Team Spirit’ shop's sportswear table.

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Home & Garden Trax Farms Offers Tips From the Garden Shop As summer heats up, July is the time to think about control of garden pests and diseases. To assist you with this task, Trax Farms stocks a complete line of pesticides, fungicides, and herbicides from the Ortho and Bonide lines.

Pesticides A pesticide is any substance, preparation, or organism prepared or used to protect plants, wood, or other plant products from harmful organisms. Pesticides regulate the growth of plants and protect against harmful creatures or render such creatures harmless. These products will assist in control and prevention of many damaging insects, including snails, slugs, aphids, Japanese beetles, whiteflies, and many more.

Fungicide Fungicides are needed because disease is a common occurrence on plants, and this often has a significant economic impact on yield and quality. Managing diseases is an essential component of production for most crops. Fungicides will control diseases such as rust, leaf spot, black spot, and powdery mildew.

Herbicide

Ask the Experts LAWN & GARDEN Q: Moss is growing in my lawn, I have used several products to try and get rid of it. But nothing seems to work. I have raked up the dead moss, but it still keeps coming back. Any ideas as to how to get rid of it?

A:

A simple mixture of 1 part hydrogen peroxide and 9 parts water kills fungus, bacteria, and moss from growing in your lawn, on your plants and trees, and between the cracks in your sidewalk and patios. Just put the solution into a spray bottle, and lightly apply it to the area that needs it. It will rid your lawn, plants, and flowers of fungi, moss, and bacteria. It’s also safe to use around plants and children.

A herbicide is a pesticide used for plant and lawn care. Herbicides can kill unwanted plants like weeds. Selective herbicides kill certain targets while leaving the desired crop relatively unharmed.

July is also the time to water and feed your landscape plants and annuals. The dog days of summer take their toll on your plants, but you can keep them thriving and healthy with our complete line of watering supplies and plant foods.

MAKE TRAX to protect, maintain and grow great things!!

“Garden Walks” at Trax Farms Offers Tips For Successful Gardening Have you killed a plant lately, or are your plants struggling (whether new or established)?

We will teach you how to green up your thumbs— it’s not that hard…(meet at our Customer Service Desk at 11:00 a.m.)

Join us for our FREE informal ‘Garden Walks’ through our greenhouse or nursery at 11:00 a.m. Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23 and 30. Stroll through our greenhouse departments with our staff for an informational walk. We are here for you and your plants! We will answer your personal gardening questions and show you what is new!!

Trax Farms is located on Rt. 88 between Library and Finleyville. Call 412-835-3246 for additional information.

“Trash to Treasure” Program Returns to PT Library Back by popular demand, Exhibit Designer Nancy Vejlstrup will return to the Peters Township Public Library to present “Trash to Treasure” on Saturday, July 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. The program will demonstrate how to turn “trash” into unique gardening “treasures” by potting them with green and flowering plants.

Vejlstrup, who has designed shows for Phipps Conservatory, the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, and the Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh; will take items headed for the curbside and turn them into beautiful outdoor planters. One of her creations is currently on display in the main lobby of the library and will be raffled off with proceeds to benefit the library. The planters made during the program will be available for silent auction at the conclusion of the presentation.

Pre-register for this program at the library circulation desk, email caweaver@ptlibrary.org, or call 724-941-9430. A non-refundable fee of $3 to cover cost of printed materials must be paid at time of registration. Persons who register for the program will automatically be entered into the raffle for the planter displayed in the main lobby.

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GABRIEL PAULICK

OFFICE 724-929-8866 HOME 724-258-0250 GABRIEL.PAULICK@COLDWELLBANKERCOM

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Ask the Experts Summer Tips for the Water-Savvy HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

BY TIM BARTMAN, ONE HOUR HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Q: With the torrid temperatures last month, it took three days to get my air conditioning repaired. How can I avoid that again?

A: Don't feel alone—a lot of people were in the same situation. When you are using your furnace, and then a few days later temperatures go into the 90s, air conditioning companies are overloaded with emergency calls. If there is a gradual increase in the temperature, this usually does not happen. So, what do you do to avoid this? Pick a company, and stick with them. Our company prioritizes by servicing equipment that we installed, servicing customers that are club members, and servicing steady customers. After taking care of these customers, we get to others the best we can. You should have a maintenance agreement with your company. They run around $15 to $20 per month and will get you an a/c check in the spring and a furnace check in the fall. Along with the checks, you usually get a discount on repairs. Most repairs can be avoided with regular maintenance. If you are under agreement with your service provider, have it serviced early. Don't wait until it’s very hot. We usually do these checks in April or May. A maintenance agreement does not guarantee that you won't have a problem, but the chances of this happening are a lot less if you do. It also should allow you to go to the front of the line for a service technician visit. We have a great club membership plan that also includes an entertainment-style coupon book that will pay for the plan with the coupon savings.

Give us a call at (724) 348-7880 or (724) 258-2215.

(NewsUSA) - If water prices were $4 a gallon, the typical American household would spend roughly $1,452 each day.

Water waste doesn't strain wallets quite like gasoline.

People filling up their gas tanks these days wouldn't dream of wasting five gallons.

But a running faucet wastes five gallons of water every two minutes, and people let their faucets run while they shave, brush their teeth and wash their dishes.

Water is a vital resource.

Many areas in North America face water shortages. Summer droughts only amplify an already existing water-supply problem.

But saving water doesn't have to cause migraines.

Homeowners can easily reduce their daily water consumption by 100 to 150 gallons each day. HouseMaster, home inspection experts for nearly 30 years, offers these tips for the water-savvy:

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• Review your toilets' water consumption. Don't use toilets like ashtrays or wastebaskets. Flushing a tissue or cigarette wastes gallons of water. Toilets often leak. To find a toilet leak, drop food coloring into the tank. If colored water appears in the bowl after 15 minutes, the toilet's leaking and needs to be repaired.

• Install low-flow showerheads and bathroom faucets. High-flow showerheads use 6 to 10 gallons of water a minute. Flow restriction devices can cut flow in half without reducing water pressure.

• Don't waste water on the lawn. Water your lawn and plants early in the day to help reduce evaporation. During the summer, water plants slowly and infrequently.

Consider using drip irrigation, which adds water only where needed, in garden areas.

• Wash the car without water waste. Use a pistol-grip nozzle on your hose, and shut off the water after each hosing. A wide-open hose can discharge more than 50 gallons of water in just 5 minutes.

Homeowners in different areas face different water-conservation challenges. To find more information or to locate a professional, visit www.housemaster.com.

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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller

Buyer

Address

Price

UNION TOWNSHIP Kenneth Fritz Todd Campbell Hugh Miller Estate of Mike Wukovich Jr. Maronda Homes Inc. Maronda Homes Inc. Maronda Homes Inc. Michele Foster Cherise Sandrock Richard McCormick US Bank NA Walter Banahasky Quaker Engineering Co.

Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Victor Stefanik and Leigh Perry Carl Dimarco Jason Jancuski Ryan Mitchell Diana Martik Wendy Saxe Ralph Casper Patrick and Kathleen Jaquay Larry Watters Anthony Hull Housing & Urban Development Maronda Homes Inc.

5059 Don St. 3527 Highland Ave. 5139 Hazel St. 88 Laurel Lane 109 Viareggio Way 111 Viareggio Way 115 Viareggio Way 140 Airport Road 3497 Frye Ave. 204 Hill Place Road 28 Norton Drive 28 Banahasky Lane Cinque Terra Place

$2,252 by sheriff’s deed $141,000 $160,000 $6,000 $171,750 $164,100 $173,600 $237,000 $104,900 $150,000 $155,000 $5,031 by sheriff’s deed $144,000

MONONGAHELA Trisha Lorenzi Stanley Reichel Jr. et al.

Mark Downey Kathleen Baird Kevin Provins Melaine Falbo

Patrick Trilli D & S Property Mgmt LLC James Mowery and Sara Kennedy Timothy and Donna Marie Hruby Wells Fargo Bank NA Jennifer and Derek Zdravecky

632 Shelby St. 1013 Chess St. 410 Marne Ave. 624 Marne Ave. 427 Parkinson St. 1027 Lincoln St.

$120,000 $2,000 $69,000 $120,000 $3,125 by sheriff’s deed $120,000

CARROLL TOWNSHIP Jan Komorowski James McGavitt Bruce Santina Estate of Evelyn Bohucky Kenneth Frederick

Matthew Bonaddio and Casey Mutz Kevin Scherer Daniel and Martha Ghilani Mary Ann Barkey Charles Jeffers II

13 Bamford St. 40 Walnut St. Adams St. 1908 Route 2023 23 Surrey Drive

$99,000 $61,110 $1,500 $10,000 $173,000

NEW EAGLE David Miller Harmar Assoc.

Gregory and Kerry Gilbert George and Connie Powell

167 Chess St. 146 Main St.

$48,500 $40,000

ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Nick Shilatz Jr. et al.

Rosemarie Boyle EMC Mortgage Corp.

Timothy Beckowitz et al.

John Hruby Vaora Abels

Rosemary Sabol Thomas Carter Joseph and Teri Mitchell Justin and Lauren Ressler Parker Realty LLC Lori Anne Parker

724 Fallen Timber Road 2231 Briarwood Drive 126 Jacktown Road Ext. 299 Oak Ave. 1037 Scenery Drive Henderson Road

F. Eileen Zalewski et al.

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Matthew Parsons Gregg and Jeffrey Goettel

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Linda Capozzoli and Andree Macri Equicredit Corp. America Leonard and Linda Strazza NVR Inc. Richard and Amanda Dukovich Crystal Kelley Anthony and Christine Panaiia Kathie and Michael Savage Robert Sciulli NVR Inc.

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$233,275 $1,604 by sheriff’s deed $124,000 $33,000 $120,000 $85,500 $39,900 $27,500 $74,000 $40,000

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$261,500 $160,000 $408,663 $40,000

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Keith Dolph Paul Flinton Marilyn Klein Great Meadows L.P. NVR Inc. John Sereda Weichert Relocation Resources Inc. Washington Federal Savings Bank Eddy Land Co. Daniel Pellegrini Gregory Ambuske ARK Custom Homes LLC Angelo Falconi et al.

Patricia Lynn McCormick Jean Rice L&H Construction Inc. Great Meadows L.P. Edwin Assid Linda Taylor Estate of Evelyn Sapsara Martin Chlystek Charles Rong Joan Barbish McCloskey Land Development Co. Inc. Curtis Kochman

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94 Alexander Drive 116 Brave Run Road 107 Bridle Trail 504 Kingston Circle Park Ave. 121 Redwood Drive 212 Sienna Trail 238 Sienna Trail 791 Sugar Camp Road 111 Tanglewood Drive 220 Turkeyfoot Road 109 Windermere Court 104 Bayberry Court 112 Bayberry Court 161 Elm Grove Drive 133 Fawn Valley Drive 109 Highvue Drive 131 N Heide Lane 117 Oak Ridge Drive 101 Salisbury Drive Scenic Ridge Drive 121 Scenic Ridge Drive 116 Sherborne Drive 116 Sherborne Drive 107 Todd Circle 323 Abbey Brook Lane 148 Bittersweet Circle 332 Buffalo Ridge Road 205 Diamond Drive 111 Fineview Drive 204 Hill Place Road 211 Roscommon Place 604 Sagewood Drive Scenic Ridge Drive 2867 Washington Road 309 Bunker Hill Drive 145 Carol Drive 116 Inverness Drive 405 Pine Ridge Drive 270 Quail Run Road 610 Sagewood Drive 107 Woodcrest Place,

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Healthy Tips for Active Boomers (NewsUSA) - Exercise improves health at any age. But when unprepared boomers hit tracks, trails and tennis courts, they can harm their bodies.

"Weekend warriors and boomers are more susceptible to injury because oftentimes they are not keeping themselves physically prepared," says Dr. Anne Meyer, whose private practice in West Los Angeles, Calif., focuses on sports rehabilitation.

Physical activities can strain ligaments and muscles, and damage joints. Falls

and overexertion can injure aging exercisers. But boomers don't have to exchange outdoor fun for weekends spent channel surfing.

With a few steps, exercisers can stay both active and healthy. According to Meyer, exercising and stretching three times a week can help prepare boomers' bodies for active weekends.

Simple stretching before and after exercise can help prevent injury. Boomers should always include warm-ups and cool-downs in their workout routines.

Nutrition also helps the body recover from exercise. Limiting processed foods and consuming more fresh fruits, vegetables and high-quality proteins encourages the body to build healthy new tissues.

"Tissues are constantly being renewed.

Sometimes what you remove from your diet is more important than what you add. Artificial sweeteners should be eliminated," Meyer advises. "To keep hydrated, exercisers need to drink water often.

Eating a small amount every four hours can boost metabolism and keep bodies energized during exercise. Weekend warriors with arthritis may want to avoid citrus, which can aggravate arthritic symptoms. Fish oils are a good addition to help decrease inflammation."

If an injury occurs, boomers should rest, apply ice, elevate an injured arm or leg, and consider treating pain with topical agents like Boiron's odorless Arnicare Gel. Arnicare Gel safely treats muscle aches and stiffness, and relieves swelling and bruising.

"I recommend Arnicare Gel to my patients to reduce pain, swelling and bruising when injuries do occur," says Meyer. She also advises people to seek medical attention if pain persists.

For more information, visit www.arnicare.com.

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Hydrotherapy Helps Soothe Ailments of Seniors (NewsUSA) - Hot baths have been used for centuries to soothe ailments such as rheumatism, insomnia, diabetes, many forms of arthritis and even lower back pain.

So, it's not surprising that many studies have shown the benefits of hydrotherapy in seniors. A study of elderly patients with chronic heart failure showed that hydrotherapy seems to improve these individuals exercise capacity. Research has also shown that regular, gentle exercise can improve an arthritic joint by nourishing the cartilage and easing stiffness in Let hydrotherapy improve your health which hydrotherapy is particularly helpin a safe environment. ful.

Here are a few tips to help you benefit from your own hydrotherapy experience: • Take time to relax. Don't put a time limit on your bath. Instead, take a moment to sit back and let your stress melt away. You can even try some deep-breathing techniques.

• Invigorate your senses. Try adding essential oils to your bath water. Chamomile or lavender are ideal for relaxation while jasmine rejuvenates the mind and basil helps restore one's muscles.

• Watch your water temperature. You don't always need a hot bath to get the benefits of hydrotherapy. Let the ailment you are treating and your personal health conditions determine your bath water temperature.

• Create a safe environment. There is a risk that seniors, especially the frail elderly, can fall getting into and out of the bathtub. That's why Premier Bathrooms has created a variety of bathing solutions, such as tubs individuals can walk into, and sit in at a chair level or be mechanically lifted into and out of. Premier's baths have hydrotherapy jets that are fitted at the base of the bath, allowing tiny bubbles to massage and increase the blood flow to extremities in a safe environment.

For more information about Premier's hydrotherapy system, visit www.premier-bathrooms.com or call 1-800-578-2899.

Wii Sports for Seniors Comes to PT Library Senior citizens were able to exercise their bodies as well as their minds with a new program at the Peters Township Public Library in June.

The Library offered “Wii Sports for Seniors” in June. This program is ideal for those who love to golf but don’t want to deal with the heat, or perhaps were bowlers but now their arthritis keeps them from lifting the ball. Library patrons stayed active and learned to play Wii sports in the cool comfort of the library.

Peters Township teen volunteers walked participants through the use of the Wiimote, a light-weight, motion-detecting controller that can be swung like a golf club, baseball bat, bowling ball or tennis racquet. Using the large plasma TV and Nintendo Wii in the new Teen Reading Room, seniors were introduced to this fun, new concept in video gaming.

With enough participation, the library hopes to start a bowling league or a golf tournament in the future months. For more information, call 724-941-9430.

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(NewsUSA) - Many health insurance experts share a belief that the majority of Americans would be unprepared if they were faced with a medical crisis that required long-term care.

And although many Americans, especially the aging baby boomer population, acknowledge they or a loved one may need long-term care, most remain unaware of how to prepare themselves. As a result, when a medical catastrophe occurs, many are forced to finance their care or spend down their assets to become Long-term care insurance can serve eligible for Medicaid. as a viable alternative to governmentA recent study completed for the funded health care programs.

National Association of Health Underwriters found that most Americans are unaware of the costs of long-term care and many falsely assume Medicare will pay for their care. The NAHU survey found that only one in four respondents correctly identified the national average range of annual long-term care costs. Additionally, 24 percent of Americans incorrectly assume Medicare covers the cost of long-term care.

With nursing-home costs averaging more than $60,000 annually and in-home care even more costly, a call to action is necessary to ensure Americans prepare themselves in the event that long-term care is needed, according to NAHU. For those planning to rely on government assistance, the truth is that few Americans actually have long-term care bills paid for by government programs. Since Medicare does not cover such costs, Americans are forced to reduce their assets to poverty levels before they can be eligible for Medicaid, the federal-state health care program for the poor. That asset reduction often puts additional financial burden on claimants and their family members - in addition to the costs to taxpayers.

One out of five Americans over the age of 50 is at risk for needing long-term care in the next year. Awareness and preparation are key, particularly if a current medical condition exists that may become more costly over time, say experts with NAHU. Long-term care insurance allows consumers to take control of their financial future and offers an alternative to relying on government-funded programs, for which most Americans do not qualify.

The NAHU study, conducted by Public Opinion Strategies, included 800 adults from both rural and urban markets across the country, representing a diverse range of economic and political backgrounds.

For information about options to prepare for potential long-term care needs or to find a professional agent who sells long-term care insurance, visit www.nahu.org.

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Opportunities Abound For Mature Workers (NAPSI)-If you’re one of the nearly 27 percent of Americans who make up the baby boomer population, chances are you have qualified and significant work experience that many employers are seeking out today. You may also be among those who are not ready to trade conference calls and water coolers for golf clubs and time off just yet.

In fact, according to a recent CareerBuilder.com survey, 51 percent of workers age 50 or older are postponing retirement.

If you are planning to retire from your current position, though, that doesn’t necessarily mean you are ready to stop working permanently.

According to the survey, nearly three out of five workers age 50 or older The demand for mature workers is growing as plan to look for work elsewhere after retiring from their present jobs. employers find it harder to secure qualified employees.

And the demand for mature workers certainly exists, as nearly a quarter (22 percent) of employers say that, given the shortage of qualified workers, they plan to rehire retirees from other organizations.

If you’re part of the mature workforce and aren’t ready to retire for good, consider these tips: • Talk to your boss. Meet with your supervisor and make him or her aware of how long you’d like to stay on with the organization and in what capacity. Clearly outline the benefits for the organization by keeping you on board.

Free Senior Luncheons in Peterswood Park Peters Township Parks & Recreation will host a Seniors Luncheon every 2nd Wednesday (July thru September) from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. in Shelter 4 in Peterswood Park. Enjoy the summer air as we move our indoor luncheons to the great outdoors. Hotdogs and hamburgers are provided. Please bring a covered dish to share. Co-sponsored with the Area Agency on Aging. No fee. Anyone Age 55 and older may participate. If inclement weather the picnic’s will be moved indoors to the Peters Township Recreation Center.

Upcoming Luncheon Activities

• Leverage the Internet. Online job sites such as PrimeCB.com, a job site focused on connecting experienced and retired workers with potential employers, can be a valuable tool in your job search. Online salary calculators such as CBsalary.com provide salary ranges for a wide variety of positions, so you can research the going rate in a new area of interest.

• July 9th – Washington County Commissioner Bracken Burns will join us at 3:30 PM to explore the facts, the myths and the traditions surrounding our nation’s proud symbol, The American Flag.

• Tap into your personal network. Chances are you’ve made a lot of contacts throughout your career who may know of an opportunity for you. Put out the word that you are pursuing a new opportunity to former colleagues, friends, family and others.

• August 13th – We’re going on a Scavenger Hunt through Peterswood Park.

• Stay up to date with the latest technology. You can brush up on or learn new skills through your employer’s training program, classes offered on the Internet or by checking out the programs at local community centers.

• Pursue areas with high demand. Focus your job search on areas that have a strong need for full-time and part-time workers, such as health care, sales and customer service.

• September 10th – George Suhon will provide musical entertainment from 4:00 – 5:00 PM. For additional information or questions, please call the Peters Township Park and Recreation Department (724) 942-5000.

For more information, visit www.PrimeCB.com.

Seniors in the Morning or Afternoon A special program just for you!

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Enjoy coffee, tea and culture!

Contact the Group Visits Office at (412) 622-5590, Mon.–Fri. from 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Your group of 10 or more will enjoy coffee, tea, and pastries in the Carnegie Cafe, and then the gallery tour of your choice. Or, tour first and finish with an afternoon snack. Starting at $10 per person!

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Moving To Slow Aging (NAPSI)-The best way to find the fountain of youth could be to start walking--or dancing, or anything else that requires you to move about.

That’s the advice from experts who say that remaining active and engaged can help people retain their health and vitality throughout their senior years.

For example, aging expert Kevin O’Neil, M.D. says ballroom dancing is one of the best activities for moving and staving off age-related disease because it requires one to be active, to think intellectually about the next steps, to move in harmony with a partner and to be emotionally engaged, all at the same time.

Alternate forms of positive movement for seniors include gardening, yoga, water aerobics and tai chi.

“Movement is truly one of the best remedies we have available to us, especially as we age,” says Dr. O’Neil, who is ediSmart Move-Doctors say movement tor of “The Optimal Aging Manual” and Optimum Life® could be the key to health and vitality. medical director for Brookdale Senior Living. “No other single life change is capable of impacting so many areas of health and wellness as daily activity, especially for seniors.”

According to Dr. O’Neil, even actions associated with using Nintendo’s Wii promote positive movement via an interesting combination of recreation and exercise.

Keep Moving Dr. O’Neil recently created Movement is Medicine, a program to promote wellness in seniors. The program encourages individual activity to meet the guidelines of 30 minutes of moderate daily activity established by the American Heart Association and American College of Sports Medicine.

“The goal is to improve the health and wellness of older adults through the development of a tailored physical activity plan,” says Dr. O’Neil, who is now introducing the program at Brookdale communities across the country.

The program was launched as part of the company’s Optimum Life initiative, a lifestyle that holds that balance over six dimensions of wellness--purposeful, intellectual, social, physical, intellectual and spiritual--fosters optimal wellness regardless of one’s physical condition, limitations or age.

“Although everyone cannot be equally healthy at any age, we can all be optimally healthy by doing the most with what we have, and it all begins with movement,” says Dr. O’Neil.

For more information, visit www.brookdaleliving.com.

July Events for Seniors 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.

• Lunches for this month are July 10 and 24. The entertainment for the 10th is a speaker from The Caring Mission.

Some of the topics covered will be home services, prescription assistance, lifeline system and a surprise ending for the afternoon. The speaker for the program on July 24th will be Andrew Quinn. His topic will be a historical presentation of Kennywood Park.

• The trip for the month of July will be to Put-In-Bay, Ohio. The date for the trip is July 14. We will depart around 6:30 via deluxe motorcoach transportation. Fully escorted with snacks, soft drinks, juices, fun and games. A relaxing ferry boat trip to and from Put-In-Bay. A Private Put-In-Bay tour train with an experienced guide who will give you a narrated tour of the island. A delicious lunch overlooking the park and bay at Trippers Restaurant. Free time for shopping if you so desire. The price for the trip is $95. For reservations, call Erma Grego at 724-941-6956.

• Birthdays for the month of July are as follows: Russ Aldrich, Buci Nobi, Bill Collar, Irene Martin, Emma Mervin, Doris Roach, and John Vatter. A very happy and healthy birthday to you all.

• Anniversaries for July are Irene and Russ Aldrich, Lois and John Dobrich. Congratulations and many more happy years!

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The Essentials On Social Security Retirement Benefits (NAPSI)-The “silver tsunami” has begun in America. That’s what demographers have dubbed the massive wave of baby boomers swiftly moving toward retirement. And despite concerns to the contrary, Social Security will play a central role in most boomers’ retirement income. According to the Social Security Administration, 90 percent of the nearly 80 million Americans scheduled to retire over the next two decades will rely on Social Security to some degree.

According to Kathryn Hanson, Social Security specialist for SecurePathSM by Transamerica, a service of Transamerica Retirement Management, Inc., and former Area Director for the Social Security Administration, workers with average earnings may depend on Social Security to replace up to 55 percent of their after-tax income as retirees. She says a clear understanding of Social Security “basics” is critical. But it can be hard to get.

“Pre-retirees are brimming with questions about accessing these benefits, but getting answers can feel overwhelming,” says Hanson. “For instance, the Frequently Asked Questions section of the Social Security Administration Web site alone has more than 600 entries.”

Hanson points out the following questions and answers as good starting points for pre-retirees struggling to make sense of their Social Security benefits. Answers to these questions and more can be found at www.ssa.gov or in the Social Security Handbook.

1. How do I become eligible?

People born after 1928 need 40 “credits” to receive retirement benefits. Currently, a credit represents $1,050 of covered earnings and you can gain up to four credits per year.

This means you need to work at least 10 years to collect Social Security benefits.

Keep in mind that the highest 35 years of covered earnings are used to calculate your monthly benefit amount. If you haven’t worked 35 years, “zero” earnings years will be used in the 35-year calculation. Social Security beneficiaries also receive an annual cost-of-living increase based on the Consumer Price Index. In 2007, the average monthly check was $1,007, or $12,084 a year.

2. How will my retirement age affect my Social Security income?

For decades, the traditional retirement age was 65, but with Americans living

longer, the federal government has increased the age at which people can receive full Social Security benefits.

People born in 1937 or earlier can retire with full benefits when they are 65. The Full Retirement Age gradually rises for those born between 1943 and 1954 to age 66, and gradually rises to 67 for those born in 1960 or later.

Still, anyone eligible for Social Security can begin receiving benefits at age 62, though at a reduced rate.

The closer you are to 62, the larger the monthly benefit reduction. For instance, if your normal full retirement age is 66 but you opt to begin receiving Social Security at 62, you’d collect about threequarters of the full benefit amount.

Likewise, if you postpone receiving Social Security until after your full retirement age, you’ll get a boost in benefits, ranging from 3 percent to 8 percent by age 70.

3. What happens if I work after I retire?

Social Security beneficiaries who are younger than their normal full retirement age may earn $13,560 annually with no effect on benefits. For every $2 earned above that limit, the federal government withholds $1 from the worker’s Social Security payment.

When a person reaches full retirement age, there’s no reduction in benefits for earnings. Another plus: Pensions, investment

income, annuities, capital gains, inheritance money, IRA distributions and other government benefits do not affect your Social Security benefits.

4. What about benefits for my spouse?

Aspouse who works on his/her own and meets the eligibility requirements will receive his/her own Social Security checks.

Spouses who did not work enough to have the required 40 credits-or whose earnings were not enough to yield a full retirement amount one-half that of the other spousewill receive an amount equaling 50 percent of the higher-earning spouse’s full retirement amount, reduced for the number of months under full retirement age.

5. How do I apply?

Begin the application process no more than four months before your planned retirement date. Start by calling 1-800-7721213 to locate the nearest field office, or check online at www.ssa.gov or www.ssa.gov/onlineservices. You can use these Web sites to apply for Social Security directly online, or if you prefer to deal with a real person, you can make an appointment at your local office.

More tips on Social Security and other issues facing people preparing for their retirement transition are available online at www.securepathbytransamerica.com.

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Seniors: Tips to Recognize, Avoid Telemarketing Scams

(NewsUSA) - Household accidents can happen at any time and to people of all ages, but the likelihood increases exponentially with age. According to the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, falls are the leading cause of death and serious injury among Americans age 65 and older. Additionally, Extra safety measures in the home, especially in the two-thirds of those who fall bathroom, where the majority of slips and falls take place, will end up doing so again are essential for seniors. within six months. So, what can you do to ensure that an older loved one stays safe in both their • All bath mats, rugs and runners should home and yours? have slip-resistant backing. Periodically The following safety tips will keep your lift all rugs and inspect the backing to older loved ones safe in the home: see whether it needs to be replaced.

• Make sure to keep electric cords and small items out of the high-traffic areas of your home. Vision begins to decline later in life, and it can be easy to stumble over hard-to-spot hazards lying on the floor.

• Because the majority of slips and falls take place in the bathroom and around the tub, efforts to improve safety in this area should be a primary point of focus.

The Archimedes Bath Lift by firstSTREET helps fragile seniors rediscover the luxury of a warm, relaxing bath by giving them a fully immersible, remote-controlled bath chair that can gently raise and lower an individual into the water as they choose, helping to prevent slips and falls.

• At older ages, we are much more susceptible to burns from hot water. To prevent this, set the temperature of your water heater below 120 degrees.

• Keep a fire extinguisher handy in the kitchen, and make sure it's easily accessible. Check the gauge every month to make sure the extinguisher is still full, and teach seniors the correct way to use it should a house fire ever occur.

• Check all stair railings, both inside and outside the home, to be sure they are safe and secure.

For more information on the Archimedes Bath Lift or other home products for seniors, call toll-free (800) 8076304 or visit www.BathLiftDirect.com.

(NewsUSA) - It's shrewd, not rude, to hang up on a bad telemarketer. That's what the National Crime Prevention Council recommends to senior citizens, who are prime targets for con artists.

Telemarketing fraud is defined as using the telephone in a scheme to cheat people out of their assets - their earnings, savings, pensions or valuables - by deceptive and illegal means. Studies show that fraudulent telemarketers direct anywhere from 56 percent to 80 percent of their calls at older Americans.

With nearly 10 percent of seniors 65 and older and more than 50 percent older than 80 suffering from some form of memory loss, dementia or Alzheimer's disease, seniors and their caregivers need to be leery of strange or unexpected callers, warns the NCPC. The organization has some tips to help seniors and their caregivers avoid being victims of telemarketing fraud: • Sign up for the Do Not Call Registry at 888-382-1222 or www.donotcall.gov.

That will help decrease calls from telemarketers.

• If a caller asks for personal information such as a credit card number or Social Security number, say: "I don't give out personal information over the phone.

I'll contact the company directly and provide them with the necessary information." Then hang up.

•

If a caller offers a free item and then wants you to pay for shipping and handling or taxes, say: "I shouldn't have to

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send money for something that's free."

Then hang up.

• If a caller wants a decision on a limited-time offer right away, say: "I'd like some time to think about this. Tell me how I can get in touch with you. If I'm interested, I'll call you back."

• If you don't understand all the details of the verbal offer, have the telemarketer send you the information by mail. If the caller won't do that, say: "If you can't mail me the information, then I can't talk to you."

A free brochure containing additional safety tips is available by calling 800-WEPREVENT or online at www.ncpc.org.

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Alzheimer’s Disease What we know 100 years after its discovery

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By Andrea L. Zrimsek

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Head-heart connection Some of the strongest research links brain health to heart health. The brain is nourished by one of the body’s richest networks of blood vessels. Every heartbeat pumps about 20 to 25 percent of your blood to your head, where brain cells use at least 20 percent of the food and oxygen your blood carries.

The risk of developing Alzheimer’s or vascular dementia appears to be increased by many conditions that damage the heart or blood vessels. These include high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and high cholesterol. Living an active lifestyle and eating a healthy diet can reduce your risks of both heart problems and brain problems.

Keeping your brain active can also contribute to prevention of Alzheimer’s, though there are no guarantees. The one thing about Alzheimer’s that is difficult for many to grasp is that it does not respect anyone. Much as a marathon runner in peak physical condition can die of a sudden heart attack, a healthy, active, mentally engaged adult can be stricken with Alzheimer’s.

Sadly, DeKosky says, many people do not get to a doctor for an Alzheimer’s evaluation because they don’t want to receive the diagnosis. Yet that same patient would more often than not seek out an expert opinion if they were having chest pains or joint problems.

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CURVES Member of the Month

This month's member of the month is Nancy Kelly.

Nancy and her husband, Bill have lived in South Park for 28 years. She is a dedicated Curvette and a successful participant in the Curves Six Week Solution weight loss class. Her hobbies include bowling and walking. "It's my workout at Curves that makes me feel good about myself. It gives me the stamina to enjoy my life." Congratulations Nancy!

Nancy Kelly

CURVES Machine of the Month The Dip Shrug The Dip Shrug machine works the deltoid, trapezius and latissimus dorsi muscles.

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New Communication System at The Washington Hospital Doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals at The Washington Hospital are using a new communication system that instantly connects them to each other, improving staff communication and patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; stays at the hospital. The clip-on communication device â&#x20AC;&#x201C; called the Vocera Badge â&#x20AC;&#x201C; enables health care professionals to spend more time with patients, rather than spending so much time returning pages or telephone calls. By pressing a button on the badge and saying aloud an individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, title or job function, badge wearers are instantly connected to the staff members they need. If a doctor or nurse is busy with a patient, he or she can decline the call. The Vocera badge also takes messages. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Instant communication means better patient care,â&#x20AC;? said hospital President and CEO Telford W. Thomas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For instance, nurses no longer have to leave the bedside when they need assistance or medical equipment.

Furthermore, the use of Vocera cuts down on the number of overhead pages, making the hospital quieter and more comfortable for patients.â&#x20AC;?

More than 1,400 healthcare professionals at The Washington Hospital are using the Vocera badge. The badges are also being given to families of outpatient surgery patients, so that they can grab a bite to eat or take a walk while they are waiting and not worry about missing an update on their loved oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progress.

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JULY/AUGUST EVENTS Hip and Knee Pain Seminar: Tuesdays, July 8 or Aug. 12, 10 to 11 a.m. Free clinic on causes of and treatments for knee and hip pain. Call 412-469-7100.

Take Control of Your Diabetes: Fourpart education series with a certified diabetes educator on July 8 and 15, 1 to 3:30 p.m., and July 10 and 17, 1 to 3 p.m.; also on Aug. 12 and 19, 6 to 8:30 p.m., and Aug. 14 and 21, 6 to 8 p.m. Physician referral and registration required to attend classes. Most insurances cover the fee. Call 412-469-5234 to register.

Health for Her: Positive Aging, A Woman’s Quest for Self-Esteem, July 10, 5 to 7 p.m., with Filomena Varvaro, PhD, RN, on maintaining self-esteem as we age and discovering one’s self-esteem quotient. Call 412-469-7100 to register Health for Her: Laughter Fitness, Aug. 11, 5 to 7 p.m., with speaker Mary

The following programs are held in the Bibro Pavilion, Jefferson Regional Medical Center campus, 565 Coal Valley Road, Jefferson Hills, unless otherwise noted:

Mullen, MSLS. Interactive program to help reduce stress and improve health includes deep breathing, gentle stretching and laughter exercises for a balance of mind, body and spirit. Call 412-469-7100 to register Look Good, Feel Better: Class focuses on skin care, makeup, hair styling and general well being for women who are undergoing cancer treatment, Aug. 6, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 1-800-227-5445 to register.

Nutrition Link: This program offers one-on-one nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian certified in diabetes education. Call 412-469-7001 for details.

Sleep/CPAP/BIPAP Open House: Personalized session for questions about sleep or Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon and by appointment

Senior Services Computer Classes: The Internet 1& 2, July 28 and Aug. 4; Email 1 & 2, Aug. 11 and 18, $40 for two 2-hour sessions from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Call 412-469-7099 to register.

Free lunch-time seminars from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with Joseph Cvitkovic, PhD: July 7 – Recovery from Grief and Loss; Aug. 4 – Meditation to Enhance Your Health; Aug. 25 – Psychological Methods for Pain Management, Caste Village Mall, Suite M123, Counseling Center, Whitehall, call 412-469-7100 to register.

AARP Driver Safety: Two-day, eighthour class has helped millions of drivers over age 50 stay safe on the road. Call 412-469-7099 to register. The next open sessions are Aug. 12 and 13, 1 to 5 p.m.; also Sept. 15 and 16, 1 to 5 p.m. Jefferson Room. Fee: $10 payable to AARP. Call 412-469-7099 to register.

Free blood pressure monitoring and medication checks from 9 a.m. to noon on July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 and Aug. 14, 21 and 28 at Caste Village, Caste Commons Lobby, and from 9 a.m. to noon on July 9, 16, 23 and 30 and Aug. 13, 20 and 27 at Wal-Mart Pharmacy, West Mifflin.

Free Skin Cancer Screening, Sept. 23, 10 a.m. to noon, Jefferson Regional Outpatient Testing Site, Route 51, Baldwin, no appointment necessary.

Jefferson Regional Health Professionals @ Wal-Mart Pharmacy, West Mifflin, Women and Heart Disease, Health for Her, Aug. 26, 2 to 4 p.m.

in the Sleep Disorder Center, Suite 503, South Hills Medical Building. Call 412469-5981 for details.

Summer Safety: Take Care With Sun, Heat, and Food Summer is the time to relax, take it easy, enjoy the good weather, and do things you don’t usually do. Summertime activities bring with them hazards— some of which we are aware and some of which we must be more aware— as we venture out into the great outdoors.

Sunburn – Everyone is at risk for skin cancer but especially people with light colored hair, eyes, or skin tone. A family history of skin cancer, chronic sun exposure, or freckles can also increase the risk. Certain medications can increase sensitivity to the sun. Check with your pharmacist and the labels on your medications for sunsensitive medication warnings. Limit sun exposure by wearing protective clothing and using sunscreen. Sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes before going outdoors and reapplied at least every two hours. Use water-resistant sunscreen with a Sunburn Protection Factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. Wear sunglasses. There are many after sun products on the market for sunburn relief, and cold compresses are also effective.

Henna Tattoos – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received complaints from people who have received products marketed as henna temporary tattoos, especially the black henna type.

These are typically sold at salons and kiosks at beaches and fairs.

Skin reactions have included irritations, infections, and even scarring. Henna is made from a plant and typically produces a brown, orange-brown, or reddish tint. Some additives may be added to darken the colors or make the stain last longer. Consult medical advice if any signs of irritation increase or in the presence of increasing pain or swelling, or if the skin becomes warm around the tattoo.

Depilatories – The FDA also has received complaints about skin burns and scarring from some chemical hair removal products. If you use this type of product, always do a patch test according to the directions. Don’t use these products on broken or irritated skin, and keep them away from your eyes. These products are cosmetics and are not FDA approved, although the FDA can take action to remove unsafe products from the market.

Heat Illness – During heat illness, the body’s cooling system becomes ineffective. Body temperature goes up, which inhibits the ability to sweat. Mild symptoms of heat exhaustion include thirst, fatigue, and cramps in the legs or abdomen. Serious heat-related

symptoms include dizziness, headaches, nausea, rapid heartbeat, vomiting, and decreased level of alertness. The risk of heat illness rises during exertion and playing sports, as well as in people who have diabetes or heart disease or who are obese. Alcohol consumption also increases the risk. Air conditioning is the primary protective factor against heat illness.

Reduce strenuous activities during mid-day, completing these tasks during day hours that are cooler. Drink fluids regularly, and wear light, loose-fitting clothes. If you are affected by heat illness, lie down in a cool place and elevate the legs. Cool the skin with wet towels and rest. If serious symptoms occur, seek medical assistance.

Food-borne Illness – Summer is prime time for weddings, picnics, graduation parties, and cookouts. Food safety, especially keeping items fresh for long periods of time, is challenging. Typical signs of food-borne illness include nausea, vomiting, cramps, and diarrhea. In severe cases, fever, bloody stool, and prolonged vomiting with dehydration can occur. Young children, pregnant women, elderly people, and people with compromised immune systems are at highest risk. Bacteria, whether in food or in the air, grow faster in warmer weather. Concern should be with all foods – not just potato salads or egg dishes. There have been many cases in the news concerning contaminated fresh produce and even melons.

Careful hand washing with hand sanitizers is easy and convenient. Washing food surfaces when cooking, and keeping raw and marinated foods refrigerated until cooking also are important. The FDA guidelines suggest never leaving food out for more than one hour when the temperature is above 90 degrees; if under 90 degrees, no more than two hours. Cold food should be below 40 degrees or cooler, and hot foods at 140 degrees or above. If you develop symptoms of food-borne illness, keeping hydrated is most important.

Chew on ice chips or sip clear fluids until the symptoms start to resolve. The next day, eat only light foods such as bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, or crackers. Seek emergency treatment if severe pain develops or symptoms persist for longer than two hours.

We need to plan to stay safe, minimizing some summer hazards while at the same time enjoying ourselves. Planning and awareness will increase our chances of having a happy and healthy summer.

Jefferson Regional Earns Community Value Five-Star Hospital Rating For the second year in a row, Jefferson Regional Medical Center has been recognized as a top-ranked Community Value Provider by Cleverley + Associates, a leading healthcare financial consulting firm specializing in operational benchmarking and performance enhancement strategies.

The findings were released as part of its new publication, The State of the Hospital Industry — 2008 Edition.

The Community Value Index™ assesses a hospital’s performance in three areas: financial strength and reinvestment, cost of care, and pricing. Fundamentally, the CVI suggests that hospitals that are low cost, low charge, and use financial resources efficiently for reinvestment back into the provision of healthcare are operating with a high degree of community value. Hospitals with scores in the top 20 percent are designated as “Five-Star” facilities.

Charles Modispacher, chairman of the Board of Directors of Jefferson Regional, said the recognition by Cleverley + Associates is a validation of the fiscal integrity shown by the leaders of the Medical Center, who include Thomas Timcho, president and CEO; Robert Frank, executive vice president and COO, and JoAnne Hahey, vice president and CFO.

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Healthy Directions Announces July Events Monongahela Valley Hospital's Healthy Directions health education and resource center has moved to 6116 Brownsville Road Ext. Suite 107 in Finleyville! In July Healthy Directions will be observing the following events: • Hemochromatosis Awareness Month Hemochromatosis is an inherited condition of abnormal iron metabolism that causes individuals with the condition to absorb too much iron from their diets. When the metal reaches toxic levels in tissues of major organs such as the liver, heart, pituitary, or thyroid, these over burdened organs stop functioning properly and eventually become diseased.

• Drunk Driving: Over the Limit. Under Arrest Campaign In 2007, 17,941 people were killed in alcohol-related crashes-an average of one every half hour - and 13,990 people were killed in crashes involving drunk drivers. During this national enforcement crackdown, law enforcement officials will be on the lookout for and focusing their attention on impaired drivers.

Anyone interested in these topics are encouraged to stop in for free information.

Healthy Directions offers on-site laboratory services for blood and urine analysis are from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon 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 3 p.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.

Ask the Experts PHYSICAL THERAPY

BY SUSAN CLINTON, PT, MHS, OCS WOMENS REHAB PHYSICAL THERAPIST CENTERS FOR REHAB SERVICES UPMC SOUTH HILLS – PETERS TOWNSHIP 3805 Washington Road, Route 19, McMurray, PA 15317 Q: I am trying to be more active, but I notice I am leaking urine when I walk. Is there anything I can do about this other than having surgery?

A: Leaking urine with exercise, such as walking, is also known as stress urinary incontinence. This condition is mainly caused by a weakness of the pelvic floor musculature. Treatment is available with physical therapy (PT) to reeducate and strengthen the muscles. The development of an individual strengthening program that best fits your lifestyle is also important to incorporate the muscle performance with higher levels of activity. Ask for a PT referral when you visit your gynecologist or urologist, and you will be on your way to staying dry with exercise. If you have any questions, please call Susan at Centers for Rehab Services at 724-941-2240.

Breast Cancer Concerns?

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in U.S. women, with the incidence of breast cancer in North America the highest in the world. Asian women experience 20 incidence per 100,000 women, with women in the United States experiencing 141 incidence per 100,000 women – quite a difference! “The underlying difference is caused by lifestyle. So many cases of breast cancer could be prevented by making different lifestyle choices,” says Dr. Christine Wittman of the Chiropractic Health Center in Finleyville. “Knowledge is power and my hope is by empowering women with this information, it will help to reduce breast cancer and improve overall quality of life.” Dr. Wittman has recorded a CD detailing the “Top 10 Ways to Prevent Breast Cancer”. It is available free of charge either by calling the office (724) 348-6446 or downloading from the website www.drwittman.com.

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Monongahela Valley Hospital Calendar of Events for July Unless otherwise noted, the following programs will be held in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) at Monongahela Valley Hospital.

MANAGING YOUR DIABETES Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, July 8, 9, 10 at 8:30 a.m., Center for Fitness and Health, Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. 3-day, 2 hour per day education series that focuses on diabetes selfmanagement and care. Registration is required at least one-week prior to the start of classes. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1483.

RSDS SUPPORT GROUP - Tuesday, July 8 at 6 p.m. 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.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION CLASSES - Wednesday, July 9, 16, 23, 30 from 7 to 9 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. A four-week

series of prenatal/parent education classes designed to increase understanding of pregnancy and family relationships.

Topics include: Expectations, Nutrition, Fetal Growth and Development, Breathing and Relaxation and Baby Care.

For more information, call 724-258BABY (2229).

OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP Thursday, July 17 at 6 p.m. This support group is free and open to all persons with ostomies and their families and friends. For more information, call 724258-1773.

MANAGING YOUR DIABETES Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, July 22, 23, 24 at 6 p.m. 3-day, 2 hour per day education series that focuses on diabetes self-management and care. Registration is required at least one-week prior to the start of classes. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1483.

INNOVATIONS IN ASTHMA SCREENING - Wednesday, July 23 at 6 p.m. Immunologist and Allergist Nikhil

K. Davé, M.D. and a team of health care professionals will present a free screening to determine whether your breathing difficulties are a sign of asthma. The screening includes a Life Quality Test and Lung Function Test. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with Dr. Davé and discuss test results. This program is part of MVH’s Innovations series featuring physician guest speakers to provide medical information to the community. Refreshments will be served.

Call 724-258-1234 for registration or more information.

BREAST-FEEDING CLASS - Monday, July 28 at 6:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. This free class is designed for mothers who plan to breastfeed and to help them feel more comfortable and confident while in the hospital after delivery and when returning home. Many props are used in this class including breast pumps. Husbands and grandmothers are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229).

PUBLIC CPR INSTRUCTION - Tuesday, July 29 at 6 p.m. 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.

CARBOHYDRATE COUNTING Wednesday, July 30 at 9 a.m. Diabetes self-management class that focuses on carb counting with everything you need to know. How to measure the upward drive each meal has on blood sugar and information on the glycemic index. For more information or to register, call 724258-1148.

PUBLIC FIRST AID INSTRUCTION Thursday, July 31 at 6 p.m. Adult first aid 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.

Levin Family Medical Education Fund Established Friday, May 23, 2008 was the centennial of the birth of Herbert J. Levin, M.D., dedicated and caring physician of the MidMonongahela Valley and loving husband and father.

In memory and to celebrate his life, the members of his family, his wife Margaret M. Levin and his seven children, have established the Levin Family Medical Education Fund.

The mission of the fund is to support continuing medical education in the MidMonongahela Valley. It will be administered

by Monongahela Valley Hospital.

“We are honored to be chosen as the administrator of this fund and to continue to support individuals in their efforts to

continue their medical education,” said Louis J. Panza, Jr., President and CEO of Monongahela Valley Hospital.

Dr. Levin, a pathologist, was a practicing physician in Donora for 38 years, and was on the staffs of both the Monongahela and Charleroi divisions of Monongahela Valley Hospital and Connellsville State General Hospital.

He was graduated from Paterson High School, Paterson, NJ, New York University, New York, NY, and Rush Medical School, Chicago, IL. He interned and served his residency at St. Francis Hospital, Pittsburgh.

Dr. Levin was a member of the American Medical Association, Pennsylvania Medical Association, Washington County Medical

Society, of which he was a past president, the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, was associate editor of the Medical Bulletin of Washington County and was past president of Mon Valley United Health Services, Inc., and the Mon Valley Blood Program.

A veteran of World War II, Dr. Levin served as a captain in the medical corps. He also belonged to the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, both of Donora.

Donations can be made to the Levin Family Medical Education Fund in the name of the Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc., Monongahela Valley Hospital, 1163 Country Club Rd., Monongahela, PA 15063.

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• Do you hand your credit card to servers at restaurants?

• Do you sign your credit cards?

• Do you supply personal information over the internet?

• Do you keep your Social Security number in your wallet or purse?

• Do you leave mail at your home or business for the postal carrier to collect?

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• Do other people ever run your credit report?

• Can you be sure data security is good at companies that have your information?

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The Washington Hospital Receives American Stroke Association’s Bronze Performance Achievement Award The Washington Hospital has received the American Stroke Association’s Get With The GuidelinesSM–Stroke (GWTG–Stroke) Bronze Performance Achievement Award.

The award recognizes The Washington Hospital’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of stroke care by ensuring that stroke patients receive treatment according to nationally accepted standards and recommendations.

“With a stroke, time lost is brain lost, and the GWTG–Stroke Bronze Performance Achievement Award addresses the important element of time,” said Telford W. Thomas, hospital president and CEO. “The Washington Hospital has developed a comprehensive system for rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients admitted to the emergency department. This includes always being equipped to provide brain imaging scans, having neurologists available to conduct patient evaluations and using clot-busting medications when appropriate.”

To receive the GWTG–Stroke Bronze Performance Achievement Award, The Washington Hospital consistently followed the treatment guidelines in the GWTG–Stroke program for 90 days. These include aggressive use of medications like tPA, antithrombotics, anticoagulation therapy, DVT prophylaxis, cholesterol reducing drugs, and smoking cessation. The 90-day evaluation period is the first in an ongoing self-evaluation by the hospital to continually reach the 85 percent compliance level needed to sustain this award.

(l-r) Mike Suchanick, HAP COO; Telford Thomas, hospital president and CEO; and Pam Cummings, director of the Health and Wellness Institute.

Health & Wellness Institute Receives HAP Award Mike Suchanick, Chief Operating Officer of The Hospital & Healthsystem Association of PA (HAP), presented The Washington Hospital Health and Wellness Institute with a 2008 Achievement Award for its employee wellness initiative, “Cardiac Screening: The Next Level of Employee Health and Wellness.”

Each year HAP honors creativity and commitment to patient care through Achievement Awards. Sixteen winners were selected from more than 100 entries. The Washington Hospital Health and Wellness Institute was recognized in the “Workforce” category.

The Health and Wellness Institute teamed up with the hospital’s Heart and Vascular Center to provide an EKG screening and consultations for hospitals employees who were identified as “at risk” for cardiovascular disease in 2007. Sixty EKGs were conducted and five abnormal EKGs were found and reviewed. Abnormal findings were referred to primary care providers that same day.

The Washington Hospital Receives Get With The Guidelines Silver Performance Achievement Award The Washington Hospital recently received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines–Coronary Artery Disease (GWTG–CAD) Silver Performance Achievement Award. The award recognizes The Washington Hospital’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of cardiac care that effectively improves treatment of patients hospitalized with coronary artery disease.

Under GWTG–CAD, patients are started on aggressive risk reduction therapies such as cholesterol-lowering drugs, aspirin, ACE inhibitors and beta-blockers in the hospital and receive smoking cessation/ weight management counseling as well as referrals for cardiac rehabilitation before they are discharged. Hospitals that receive the GWTG-CAD Silver Performance Achievement Award have demonstrated for at least one year that 85 percent of its coronary patients (without contraindications) are discharged following the American Heart Association’s recommended treatment guidelines.

“The American Heart Association applauds The Washington Hospital for its success in implementing the appropriate evidence-based care and protocols to reduce the number of recurrent events and deaths in cardiovascular disease patients,” said Gregg C Fonarow, M.D., National Chairman of the Get With The Guidelines Steering Committee and Director of Ahmanson-UCLA Cardiomyopathy Center. “The Washington Hospital has achieved a high level of performance in terms of implementing these life-prolonging treatments.”

“The Washington Hospital is dedicated to making our Heart & Vascular Center among the best in the country, and the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines program is helping us accomplish that by making it easier for our professionals to improve the long-term outcomes of our cardiac patients,” said hospital President and CEO Telford W. Thomas. “We are pleased to be recognized for our dedication and achievements in cardiac care.”

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Maura Rodgers Receives Columbiette Scholarship

Father Boyle Celebrates 45th Anniversary

By Paul Chasko

By Paul Chasko A baccalaureate mass and reception was held on Sunday, June 8 honoring graduating students who had been part of the St. Francis religious education programs. These young ladies and men will represent St. Francis of Assisi Parish well in whatever their futures hold.

Their listings of scholastic achievements certainly convince me that they are among our best and brightest. The graduates are:

Maura Rodgers (far right) receives the Columbiette Scholarship Award. She is pictured with Gretchen Wagner, Sarah Burgan, Kathy Folz, and Fr. Robert Boyle.

From Ringgold: Jessica Barner, Loren Cortopassi, Samuel Devore, Diane Dimoff (home schooled), Michael Dishong, Cali Lewis, and Maura Rodgers From Peters Township: Shannon Burgan, Joshua Matthews, Gina Wagner, and Kelly Zrimsek

The graduates enjoy their reception more comfortably without their caps and gowns.

On May 4, Father Robert Boyle, Administrator of Saint Francis of Assisi Parish in Finleyville, celebrated the 45th anniversary of his ordination into the priesthood. On Sunday May 18, Father Boyle with part of this year’s First Holy Communion Class.

St. Francis Parish celebrated with him at a reception luncheon in his honor in the St. Francis General Purpose Building.

Many friends, parishioners, and family filled the hall to wish Father Boyle well on his anniversary.

Father Boyle was ordained on May 4, 1963 in St. Paul Cathedral by Bishop John Wright. Father Boyle hasn’t slowed down much. In addition to his work at St. Francis, he’s also administrator of St. Isaac Jogues Parish in Elrama. His duties also include Dean of the Washington East Father Robert Boyle enjoys lunch with Deanery, Chaplain of Jefferson Regional friends and parishioners at the reception Medical Center, Chaplain of Mon Valley luncheon given in his honor.

Hospital, Spiritual Director of the Diocesan Ladies of Charity, and Chaplain of Knights of Columbus Council 13832 in Finleyville.

We congratulate him and ask God to continue to bless him for many years to come.

From Point Park University: Gaylene Bergstresser.

The Columbiettes took this opportunity to announce the winner of a scholarship (financial assistance) that will be offered on an annual basis to students graduating from the St. Francis of Assisi Religious Education Program. A panel of impartial judges reviewed the qualifications of all the candidates and unanimously selected Maura Rodgers to receive the award. Maura will be attending Ohio University, majoring in journalism.

Music Celebration Honors Gretchen Turner Mrs. Gretchen Turner was honored at a Music Celebration held at the First United Methodist Church in Monongahela, PA on Sunday, June 29, 2008 at 6:30 p.m.

Mrs. Turner has been a long time member of the First United Methodist Church and has generously shared her musical talent with the entire Mon Valley community for many years. Her piano playing has been an inspiration at many church events, club meetings, nursing homes and Senior Citizen Centers in the area for decades and her optimistic personality is legend in the community. The Music Celebration on June 29 featured performances by some of her former music students over the years who will be gathering to honor her.

Gretchen Turner

Amy, Pat, Emily and Lori Watson at the Mother, Daughter, Sister, Friend banquet

Brightwood Christian Church Events Enjoyed by Everyone

Brightwood Christian Church enjoyed some scorching hot times in June. Not only did the temperatures eclipse 90 degrees, but the fun and food at a couple banquets reflected warm relationships. Brightwood celebrated Father’s Day with a catered meal for the entire congregation with honor bestowed on all dads. The meal immediately followed the morning worship service in the building’s Campbell Hall. The food and desserts were delicious.

Additionally, the church enjoyed an overwhelming response to their Spring Fling Ladies’ dinner in May. “Pretty in Pink” was the theme for the celebration of the Mother, Daughter, Sister, Friend banquet. Over a hundred ladies took part in the great meal and program which continued with a musical presentation in the sanctuary. Eighteen gift baskets were given away along with a centerpiece on each of the dozen tables.

Brightwood Christian Church is at the Rev. Robert Jackson at the Father’s corner of W. Library Ave and Center Street Day celebration in Bethel Park.

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Bethel Park

Jesus Fellowship 6151 Brush Run Rd, Bethel Park, PA 15102 Tony Cataneo: Pastor 412-854-3137 â&#x20AC;˘ www.jfbp.net jfchurch@comcast.net Worship Services: Sunday: 10:00am Wednesday: 7:30pm

Jefferson Hills

Beulah Baptist Church 1028 Scotia Hollow Road, (just off Route 51) Jefferson Hills â&#x20AC;˘ (412) 384-9278 Pastor: Floyd Hughes Email:pastor@BeulahJourney.com www.BeulahJourney.com Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

Worship Celebration: 10:30 a.m. ________________________________________

Bible Baptist Temple 1415 Worthington Avenue â&#x20AC;˘ Jefferson Hills Phone: (412) 233-3737 Pastor, Donald Thompson Email: bbt@libcom.com Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service: 11:00 a.m., & 7:00 p.m. ________________________________________

Jefferson United Methodist Church

Nativity Catholic Church

310 Gill Hall Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Phone 412-653-3222 Rev. Keith H. Mcllwain, Pastor Summer Worship: one service 9:30 a.m.

No Sunday School during summer ________________________________________

5802 Curry Road Pittsburgh (412) 655-3000 email: nativitychurch@comcast.net Father John Hissrich, Pastor Worship Services: Saturday 4 p.m.

Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. and 12 noon ________________________________________

Jefferson United Presbyterian 716 Gill Hall Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Phone: (412) 653-4797 Rev. Robert W. Koschik, Pastor Summer Worship Service (May 25 till Aug. 31) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:00 a.m. ________________________________________

St. Isaac Jogues Church 1216 Collins Avenue Jefferson Hills (412) 384-4406 Very Rev. Robert J. Boyle, V.F., Administrator (724) 348-7145 email: stfran@winbeam.com Saturday Vigil at 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass at 9:30 a.m. ________________________________________

Library / South Park

Jefferson Hills Bible Church

711 Old Clairton Road Jefferson Hills Pastor, Chris Jerin Phone: (412) 653-6930 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service: 10:30-11:45 a.m. ________________________________________

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church 6810 Hilldale Drive, Pittsburgh (412) 655-3100 Sunday School for all ages - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship - 10:45 a.m. ________________________________________

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Peters Creek Baptist Church 6300 Library Road, South Park (412) 833-6111 Rev. Gregory A. Adkins, Senior Pastor Worship Services: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wednesday Night Liveâ&#x20AC;?

Bible Study 9:45 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 6:30 pm.

Sun. 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. ________________________________________

St. Joan of Arc 6414 Montour Street, South Park (412) 833-2400 www.mystjoan.org Rev. Phillip Paul Pribonic, Pastor Worship Services: Saturday 5:00 p.m.

Sun. 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 noon Weekday Masses: 8:00 a.m. ________________________________________

Windover Hills United Methodist Church 6751 Ridge Road Pittsburgh, PA 15236 (412) 653-6899 Contemporary Service - 8:30 a.m.

Traditional Service - 11:00 a.m ________________________________________

New Eagle/Monongahela

Bethel African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church Main & 7th Streets Monongahela, PA 15063 (724) 258-6491 â&#x20AC;˘ Sunday Services Church School: 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Worship: 11:00 a.m. ________________________________________

First Baptist Church of Monongahela Mark A. Schollaert, Pastor 601 West Main Street Monongahela Phone: (724) 258-7750 Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am Worship: 11:00 am ________________________________________

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 630 Chess Street, Monongahela, PA Rev. Gerald Demarest, Pastor Church phone: (724) 258-3255 pastorfcmonongahela@verizon.net Church Web Page: www.fcmonongahela.com ________________________________________

First Presbyterian Church Monongahela 609 Chess St., Monongahela, PA 15063 (724) 258-8300 Rev. Mark and Sharon Woomer, Pastors Worship Service: Sunday 10:30 a.m. ________________________________________

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July 2008 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Page 55 UNION-FINLEY–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– MESSENGER Grace Lutheran Church 911 Howard Street • Monongahela, PA 15063 Raymond A. Ursin, Pastor Church phone: (724) 258-4505 email: graceisforgiving@verizon.net Website: www.graceisforgiving.org Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

(WEE worship during sermon) ________________________________________

Monongahela First United Methodist Church 430 West Main Street • Monongahela, PA Phone: 724-258-7054 Rev. Michael Milinovich, pastor Worship Services: Sunday 8:45 a.m. (Informal Service) 11:00 a.m. (Traditional Service) ________________________________________

McMurray/Upper St. Clair

A Restoration Church A New Church Offering Love, Hope, Help and Grace Meeting at Beinhauer's Family Services Building 2820 Washington Rd, McMurray info@arestorationchurch.org www.arestorationchurch.org (412) 337-0781 - (724) 941-3480 Dr. John Holmes, Pastor Worship 10:00am Sunday ________________________________________

Peters Twp/Venetia/Nottingham

Nottingham Christian Center 1028 Linden Road, Eighty Four (724) 941-6717 • e-mail: blusk@libcom.com Bill Lusk, Pastor Worship Services: Sunday - 10:30 a.m.

Wed. - 7:00 p.m. (Family Night Worship) ________________________________________

Peters Creek United Presbyterian Church (PCUSA)

Nativity of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church

236 Thomas Rd., McMurray, PA Terry Lafferty, Minister • (724) 941-4942 www.crossroadschurchofchristmcmurray.org Worship Services: Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship - 10:30 a.m. ________________________________________

Christian Life Center at Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, Eighty Four, PA 15330 724-555-1500, www.pcusa.org, email: faithfulremnantpcusa@gmail.com Rev. Robbin Clauser, Interim Pastor Traditional Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m. ________________________________________

506 High Street, Monongahela, PA (724) 925-7129 e-mail: fryatsko@comcast.net V. Rev. Father George Yatsko, Presbyter Worship Services: Sunday Divine Liturgy - 9:30 a.m. ________________________________________

Lakeside Church

Pigeon Creek Presbyterian Church

337 Waterdam Rd., McMurray, PA 15317 (724) 941-9035 • www.lakeside-mcmurray.org Bible Study for all ages: Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service: Sunday at 10:45 a.m. ________________________________________

Riverview Baptist Church 405 Main Street, • New Eagle, PA 15067 (724) 258-5696 • (724) 258-8976 www.riverviewbc@verizon.net Pastor - Bruce Moses Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. ________________________________________

St. Nicholas Orthodox Church 314 Sixth Street, Monongahela, PA (724) 258-5072 Rev. Dr. Edward Pehanich Sunday Divine Liturgy 10:00 a.m.

Bible Study - Friday, 7 p.m. ________________________________________

St. Paul’s Church A Community of Faith in the Anglican Tradition (724) 258-7792 130 W. Main St., Monongahela email: stpaulinmon.city1@comcast.net Website: www.freewebs.com/stpaulinmon/ The Rev. John E. Fierro, Rector Worship Services Sunday Adul Christian Ed - 9:15 a.m.

Youth Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Worship - 10:30 a.m. ________________________________________

The Church of God of Monongahela 531 West Main Street, Monongahela (724) 258-3261 Rev. Edward Burdett – Pastor Worship Services: Sunday School - 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship - 6:30 p.m. ________________________________________

"The Church of Jesus Christ" 525 Sixth St. Monongahela, PA 15063 Phone 724-258-3066 • www.the-church.org Presiding Elder Robert Nicklow Jr. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Preaching Service 10:45 a.m. - Noon ________________________________________

Crossroads Church of Christ

New Day Assembly of God 701 Circle Drive Upper St. Clair , Pa 15241 (behind South Hills Lincoln Mercury on Rt. 19) Phone: 724-941-1661 Services: 10:00 am - Worship service/ Children’s Ministry 7:00 pm - Growth Groups for Adults and Children’s classes ________________________________________

St. David Episcopal Church 905 E. McMurray Road, Venetia (724) 941-4060 • e-mail: stdavid@cobweb.net Rev. Mark R. Wright, Rector Worship Services: Sun. – 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday – 9:15 a.m. ________________________________________

South Hills Bible Chapel 300 Gallery Road, McMurray, PA 15317 Phone (724) 941-8990 www.biblechapel.org Senior Pastor, Ron Moore Worship Services: Saturday: 6 p.m.

Sunday: 9 and 10:45 a.m. ________________________________________

Trinity United Methodist Church 530 Center Church Rd. McMurray Rev. David S. Evans, Pastor • 724-941-4770 www.trinitymcmurrayumc.com Sunday Program: Contemporary Worship 9:30 a.m.

Traditional Worship 11:00 a.m.

Bible Study for all ages 9:30 a.m. (other adult classes 8:30 & 8:45 a.m.)

Wed. Eve. Youth Groups, Grades 4-12 ________________________________________

45 Church Road, Eighty-Four, PA 15330 Raymond R. Bruno - Pastor pigeoncr@pulsenet.com • 724-225-3431 Sunday School - 9:30 am Sunday Worship - 11:00 am Sunday Bible Study - 5:00 pm Wednesday Worship - 7:00 pm ________________________________________

Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, Eighty Four, PA 15330 Phone: (724) 941-8910 • Fax: (724) 941-8916 www.thomaschurch.org Worship Services: Sunday 8:15, 9:30 & 11 a.m., Summer Worship Services 8:30 and 10 a.m. (starting June 1st) • Sunday School 9:30 a.m. ________________________________________

Wright’s United Methodist Church 788 Venetia Road, Venetia (724) 348-5718 Rev. Tom Hoeke, Pastor Worship Services: Sunday - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:45 to 11:45

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Crossroads Ministries Library Baptist 81 Walter Long Road, Finleyville (724) 348-1620 Rev. John H. Arnold, Pastor Worship Services: Saturday - 6:00 p.m.

Sunday – 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Thursday – 10:00 a.m. – Sweet 60’s www.crossroadsministries.com ________________________________________

Edwards Chapel United Methodist Church 3111 Route 136, Finleyville • (724) 258-8413 Rev. Tom Hoeke, Pastor Worship Services: Sun. 11 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m. ________________________________________

Elrama United Methodist Church Ramage & Downer Streets, Elrama (412) 384-5520 Rev. Thomas Carr, Pastor Worship Services: Sat. – casual 6:30 p.m.; Sun. Worship – 9 a.m.; Sun. School – 10:15 a.m. ________________________________________

First Baptist Church of Finleyville Marion & George Streets, Finleyville (724) 348-6777 - Rev. Robinson, Pastor Worship Services: Sunday – 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School – 9:30 a.m. ________________________________________

First Presbyterian Church of Finleyville 3595 Washington Ave., Finleyville (724) 348-5689 Worship service in the summer (June, July, August) is at 10:30 am. ________________________________________

Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church 561 Mingo Church Road, Finleyville Pastor - Glenn McClelland • (724) 785-4393 Worship Service: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School: Sun. 9:30 a.m.

Nursery is available ________________________________________

St. Francis of Assisi 3609 Washington Avenue, Finleyville (724) 348-7145 • stfran@winbeam.com Very Rev. Robert J. Boyle, V.F., Administrator Saturday Vigal Mass – 6:00 p.m.

Sunday Masses – 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Weekday Masses: Mon. – Sat. – 8:30 a.m. ________________________________________

Union Roads United Methodist Church 3687 Finley Elrama Road, Gastonville (724) 348-5504 or (724) 348-6200 email: kenmiller_20@hotmail.com Rev. Ken Miller, Pastor Worship Services: Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Church School: Sunday 10:00 a.m.

West Elizabeth / Elizabeth

Elizabeth United Methodist Church 317 Second Avenue, Elizabeth Phone: (412) 384-7050 Pastor, Wayne Cleary Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am Worship: 10:45 am ________________________________________

New Hope Assembly Of God 900 Peairs Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037 412-384-5599 • email: nhopeag@yahoo.com Pastor Lance T. O’Brien Sundays: 10:00am Celebration Service 10:30am Kid’s Church (all ages) ________________________________________

Olivet Presbyterian Church of West Elizabeth 726 Fourth St., West Elizabeth • 412-384-7160 Rev. Kristin J. Beckstrom, Pastor Adult Bible Study: Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m.

Worship with Children's Church: Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. ________________________________________

Elizabeth Baptist Church 735 Bunola River Road (Above Lock #3) Elizabeth, PA 15037 • 412-384-6464 www.ebchurch735@verizon.net Pastor – David L. Meyers Sunday Worship Service & Jr. Church – 11:00 a.m.

Prayer and Bible Study: Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. ________________________________________

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Area Church News Windover Hills United Methodist Church News Receiving New Minister The Windover Hills UMC of South Park has received a new minister, Rico Vespa.

He is coming from the New Brighton area, from the First United Methodist Church.

Mr. and Mrs Vespa are new to the South Hills area and are very excited to come to Windover Hills.

The Church bid farewell to Pastor Dale Reese and his family who served Windover Hills for 13 years. They have been sent to the Trinity United Methodist Church in Penn Hills.

Windover Hills Church wishes Pastor Dale Reese and his family, Pastor Rico Vespa and his wife, all the best.

Soon to Celebrate 50 Years Windover Hills United Methodist Church of South Park will soon celebrate a great mile stone - its 50th anniversary!

Members of the church have wonderful plans to mark this event and are working diligently to complete them The children of Windover Hills started the ball rolling by making posters, telling everyone what they think is great about their church. They all are coming up with some really wonderful ideas and thoughts.

Members of the church will be working hard to make this golden anniversary special. The church has steadily grown in these 50 years.

As the church has grown from farm house to beautiful Sanctuary, so have the groups formed there. These groups include - Sunday School classes for all ages, S.A.S.S. for the mature seniors, youth group for teens, Womens forum, MOPS, preschool classes, etc. the list goes on.

If you are looking for something more in

your life, consider coming to Windover Hills. We offer two Sunday services, the first is a contemporary service at 8:30 a.m. followed by a time of fellowship. Our second service is a traditional service at 10:00 a.m. The Sunday school classes will resume in the fall at 9:45 a.m. and the traditional service will move to 11:00 a.m.

WASHINGTON CITY MISSION UPDATE At their May meeting, Ruthfred Acres Women’s Club of McMurray presented Washington City Mission with a check for $1,000. Pictured (l-r) are Shirley Fierro, Washington City Mission Director of Development, and Dorothy Holden, the club’s outgoing president.

Upcoming July Events for Beulah Baptist Church This month we kick off an inspiring series on contagious generosity. The fourth Saturday of the month we will have our men’s breakfast at Denny’s off of 885 on Lebanon Church Road. The last Sunday of the month the youth will take responsibility for the worship and presentation of the message again. The last Sunday in July will also be our monthly summer cookout. Feel free to join us even if you do not attend the service.

Upcoming Events at Mingo Presbyterian Church • Every Wednesday evening, 6-7 p.m. Temple Shapers. This group is for men and women interested in a healthy lifestyle with an emphasis on weight loss.

• Last Sunday of the month, 6 p.m. Kids’ Club for children ages 5 -11 years. Crafts and singing. Contact Jamee at 724-348-0291 for more information.

• July 6 - Sacrament of Holy Communion • July 10 - Watch your mail for Church Vision Day questionnaire • July 20, 2 p.m. - Interfaith Covered

Dish Picnic at St. Francis pavilion • August 3 - Sacrament of Holy Communion • August 10 - Church Vision Day 9 a.m.

– 3 p.m. Includes worship and lunch.

• August 16, 7 p.m. - Country Gospel Concert featuring Evangelist Rev. Mitch Wall • August 17 - Evangelist Rev. Mitch Wall will speak at the 9:30 a.m. church service.

• August 22, 6 p.m. - Church covered dish picnic

Grace Lutheran Church News and Events • Grace Lutheran Church in Monongahela will be hosting a Rainforest Adventure for their Vacation Bible School. Bible School is for grades preschool-12 and is held each evening during the week of July 21. The week will culminate with the annual Church Picnic on Sunday, July 27 at Mingo Park, Shelter #6, beginning at 11 a.m. worship. For more information or to register for VBS, please call Grace

Lutheran at 724-258-2312.

• Congratulations to Elizabeth Ambrose who recently won an essay contest at Grace Lutheran Church. For her prize, Elizabeth will be awarded with a week of camp at Camp Lutherlyn in Prospect, PA.

July Events at Crossroads Ministries Library Baptist Church • July 7 – 11 - Vacation Bible School, Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. - noon • July 18 - Crossroads Family Night at the Wildthings Game, 7 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church Summer Schedule Sunday morning worship at the First Presbyterian Church of Finleyville will remain at 10:30 a.m. throughout the summer months.

Straight Street 30 Hour Feast or Famine A Huge Success!

(l-r) Lauren Korey, Paige Eisengart, Aubree Miesel, Kelsey Dray and Tasha Golden have fun while setting up for the dinner.

(l-r) Workers Caitlyn Mangan and Amber Liotus.

Our thanks to everyone who contributed to making the recent Feast or Famine fund raiser for South Park heart transplant recipient Jim Doby such a success!

In addition to everything this family has overcome, they are responsible to raise an estimated $200,000 to help pay for the post-surgery medications. The Doby children have been involved in the Straight Street youth center and the students wanted to jump in and help out.

Many area people and businesses contributed food and helping hands to the day.

Special thanks goes to Mona Musser & Sisters Custom Catering; George Cheplick of Cheplics Packing who donated all the meat; Pasta II, Hal Breinig & Richard (Cooky) Bonzak of Rods by Cook, 2 area benefit veteran cooks who cooked all the spaghetti & sauce used for the dinner, and many others who donated their time and talents.

Straight Street teens and leaders celebrate. They had served over 450 spaghetti dinners while on a 30-hour fast!

More than 450 spaghetti dinners were served throughout the “Feast” portion of the day. Although there was no actual price for the meal, participants were generous in their donations. Straight Street teens and leaders were on a 30 hour “Fast” and actually served the meals while fasting! They had also recruited people who sponsored them for each hour of their fast. In this way, they raised additional funds for the Doby effort.

A silent auction of items from a number of local businesses kindly donated for the project also upped the final amount received in behalf of the Doby family’s need. Several people from the community who could not be there for the dinner came with their donations after the fact. It is reported that very close to $11,000 has been sent to the National Transplant Assistance Fund in honor of Jim Doby from this fund raiser.

Straight Street is the high school student ministry sponsored by Crossroads Ministries.

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Food & Dining Sweet, Healthy Snacks For Kids (NewsUSA) - Children busy with school and sports need snacks for energy. But the cookies, chips and sodas that children like provide sugar rushes, not nutrition.

The sweet, icy concoction will remind children of vanilla ice cream but will contain potassium instead of fat. For additional fun, offer "sundae" toppings like chopped nuts or berries. A little unsweetened cocoa powder, at 12 calories per tablespoon, makes a healthier chocolate "ice cream."

To keep children happy before dinner, parents should focus on snacks that combine healthy carbohydrates, like vegetables, fruit and whole grains, with lean proteins.

But can children enjoy healthy treats after clamoring for candy? The following snacks appeal to young sweet tooths without compromising nutrition:

• Smoothies.

Smoothies are easy to make at home, but busy parents can buy healthy options.

Sun Shower Superfood Smoothies by NBI Juiceworks contain 100 percent juice and no added sugar or preservatives. One flavor, Tropical Passion, blends nutritional superstars -; nectarines, carrots and hawthorn berries -; with vitamins and minerals. The smoothie tastes sweet enough that children won't mind drinking their vegetables.Parents might also consider freezing smoothies in popsicle trays for a healthier version of the long-standing favorite.

• Banana "Ice Cream."

Peel, slice and freeze ripe bananas.

When hungry children come home, blend the frozen bananas with a little water or juice until the bananas look like softserve.

• Fruit and Yogurt Dippers.

To avoid added sugars, blend plain, low-fat yogurt with fruit or a natural sweetener, like maple syrup, agave nectar or honey. Offer children sliced bananas, apples, pears and whole strawberries to dip into the yogurt for a proteinrich snack.

• Brown rice pudding.

Simmer brown short-grain or brown sticky rice in milk or soymilk for three to four hours on the stove, or until the rice becomes very thick. Add dried fruit and chopped nuts, then chill the pudding in the refrigerator. Add maple syrup if the kids want extra sweetness -; they're still eating fruit, nuts and a whole grain.

For more information about Sun Shower Superfood Smoothies, visit www.NBiJuiceworks.com.

Parents can freeze smoothies in popsicle trays to make a healthy treat that appeals to young sweet tooths.

PACKING COMPANY

To McMurray Venetia Road

To Eighty Four

To Bethel Park r Peters C eek Pub

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en Washington Av

Rankintown Road

Airport Road

Bebout Road

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To Monongahela

88S

Finleyville

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Fire Up the Grill for Delicious Meals and Easy Cooking

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 July 11)

Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the Union-Finley Messenger.

Elizabeth Borough Council Recently Appointed Who As a New Member?

From appetizers to desserts, any meal is ideal on the grill.

(NewsUSA) - During warmer months, there's no competition when it comes to choosing where to cook. Outdoor cooking is more popular than ever before, and not just because of the delicious food, convenience and healthy appeal.

A new Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) poll reveals that 52 percent of grilling enthusiasts say great weather adds to their cooking experience, while 31 percent enjoy the casual atmosphere of the outdoors and 28 percent like the ability to accommodate more guests.

"With such a diverse line of grills and smokers, the barbecue industry offers consumers the opportunity to cook anytime, anywhere and anything, whether it's breakfast, dinner or even dessert," said Leslie Wheeler, HPBA communications director. "The barbecue industry produces grills for every pocketbook and every lifestyle - making cooking outdoors even more popular and versatile than ever."

Grilled Pizza, Peaches and Pies, Oh My! While hamburgers and steaks remain grill favorites, innovative chefs are creating delicious and non-traditional off-the-grill meals. From grilled pizzas to quesadillas, vegetable kabobs, fruits and desserts, you can tempt taste buds at your next cookout with something new from the grill.

Peaches, nectarines and apricots can be

marinated and grilled to perfection.

Simply place halved fruits on the grill for three to four minutes, until lightly browned. Serve the fruit warm with ice cream or frozen yogurt for a dynamic dessert.

Before the guests arrive at your next cookout, make sure your grill is in tip-top shape. Here are some tips from HPBA: •

If a grill has rusty parts or wobbly legs, no longer meets its manufacturer's safety guidelines or is old, it might be time to replace the grill.

• Before you fire up the grill, make sure that you have a full propane cylinder or a bag of charcoal to get you through the cookout.

• Grilling accessories are just as essential as the food. Grilling baskets can help cook different vegetables or fish, while food warmers and insulated grill covers can keep food warm until it hits the plate.

For more grilling tips to help ensure blunder-free barbecues, mouth-watering recipes and the latest grill and accessories information, visit HPBA's Web site, www.hpba.org.

Father Boyle recently celebrated his Anniversay for how many years?”

What new fitness center featured in this issue has expanded into Pittsburgh?

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 June Pizza Puzzler winners!

JOAN HOLBERT- Eighty Four • LINDA PANKIEWICZ - Monongahela

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Automotive Routine Maintenance Saves Money, Gas (NewsUSA) - As America's oil and gas prices hit record highs, drivers look to save money on their cars.

But skipping routine maintenance checks can lead to bigger costs. Poorly maintained vehicles waste fuel and become worn more quickly, leading owners to pay for damage repairs or replacement vehicles.

According to Lauren Fix, The Car Coach (www.laurenfix.com), a former racecar driver and the host of a cable automotive talk show on the DIY network, "Routine maintenance is the key to helping your car achieve its potential."

The people at Midas, who have over 50 years of experience in automotive service, offer these tips to help drivers get better gas mileage and extend the lives of their vehicles: • Don't Ease the Pressure. Under-inflated tires cost drivers two miles per gallon in reduced fuel economy, so drivers should check their tire pressure once a month. Drivers can find the correct tire pressure inside the driver-side door. They should check their tire pressure in the morning, when the air is cold, and remember to inflate their spare tire.

• Keep Things Oiled. Drivers should check their oil once a month and change their oil according to their vehicle's manufacturer's recommendations. Midas can provide quality oil and filter changes, which will help keep engines running smoothly.

• Keep the Filter Clean. The air filter acts like a car's lungs. Drivers should check their air filters when they change their oil.

Buying a car can be a person's second-largest investment. To save money in the long run, car owners should keep their vehicles running as long as possible. To save money on maintenance costs, drivers should look for package deals. The Midas Touch Maintenance Package includes an oil and a filter change, a four-wheel tire rotation and a 45-point courtesy check.

Routine car maintenance can help drivers improve their fuel efficiency and keep their vehicles working longer. As Fix said, "By checking the essential parts of your car regularly, drivers will see a big difference in the performance of their automobile."

To learn more about saving money on fuel and extending the life of your car, visit www.midas.com.

Car Cruise And Concert In Jefferson Hills The Jefferson Hills Recreation Authority, is sponsoring a Car and Bike Cruise and Concert as part of their ‘SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 2008’ at the 885 Park Amphitheater. There will be a Car & Bike Cruise; and entertainment by bands - Todd Jones & Summer Blues - Girlz in black hats - Plus Speakeasy.

Free admission - Gates open 3 PM and music starts at 4 PM. Enjoy a summer evening of fine music. Food and Beverages available. For additional info, please call 412-655-7760.

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Push-N-Pull Truck Accessory and Service Company Relocates to South Park

TREGEMBO QUALITY VALUE INTEGRITY TRUST

By Andrea Earnest Celebrating 10 years in business, Push-N-Pull moved from its Brentwood location to its new location in South Park Township on November 5, 2007. Eric Humes and John Moses of South Park are pleased with their new location, and Martha Humes, Eric Humes’ sister and office manager, says that the new locaPush-N-Pull is now located on Brownsville Road tion has “brought more in South Park Township. endeavors our way.”

Push-N-Pull handles sales, service, installation, and manufacturing of hitches, trailers, snowplows, salt spreaders, truck beds, dump inserts, scissor hoists, lift gates, and central hydraulics. They are an enhanced vehicle safety inspection station, which inspects special constructed or reconstructed vehicles. In addition, they are now a part of South Hills Area Council of Governments (SHACOG), a cooperative with Allegheny County.

Push-N-Pull is also involved in holding/hosting trailer safety and educational programs, along with Motor Carrier Safety Assurance Program (MCSAP) Officers, which the public is encouraged to attend. These seminars educate the public with current trailer laws and requirements through both hands-on and classroom-type materials.

Push-N-Pull is located at 5951 Brownsville Road in South Park. Appointments are preferred, and the business hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm; Thursday from 9 am to 8 pm; and Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm.

They may be reached by phone at 412-655-7874 or by e-mail at pushnpull@comcast.net.

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724-239-2200

www.tregembomotors.com

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Car Care Tips for Road Trips (NewsUSA) Many Americans take long road trips to visit family, see sites or simply satisfy their wanderlust. Looking back on an epic journey and laughing is one thing, but painful travel memories involving problems at the roadside are quite another.

Before heading out on any tour of America, drivers should make sure their vehicles are road-ready. AAA has these tips for people planning long drives: • Keep Your Car Hydrated. Fluids such as motor oil, transmission fluid, engine coolant, brake fluid and windshield washer fluid are vital to proper vehicle operation and safe driving. All fluids should be topped off and in good condition before departure.

• See the Roads Clearly. Long trips often mean nighttime driving. Drivers need to ensure their headlights, taillights, brake lights and turn signals function properly. In rainy weather, good wiper blades are essential to clear vision.

• Check for Wear and Tear. Drivers should look for any vehicle components that seem worn or damaged. Battery cables should be securely attached, and terminals should be corrosion-free.

• Radiator and heater hoses should show no visible signs of wear, soft spots or bulges, and there should be no coolant leakage around hose connections or the water pump. Engine drive belts, checked with the engine off and cool, should have proper tension. Any belt that is cracked, glazed or frayed should be replaced.

• Keep on Rolling. No car is safe without good tires. Drivers need to check their tires regularly and keep them inflated -; including the spare -; to the pressures recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. To prolong tire life, owners should rotate their tires at the mileage intervals specified in the owner's manual.

• Consult an Expert. While some motorists are comfortable with performing vehicle checks and inspections themselves, many more would be better served by having a trained technician look over their vehicle before an extended road trip.

If you need assistance locating a qualified technician in your area, visit the Automotive page of AAA.com to locate a AAA Approved Auto Repair shop in your area.

Approved Auto Repair shops are certified by AAA to meet and maintain high professional standards.

Victory Hill Classic Car and Motorcycle Show Set For August 2 The third annual Victory Hill Classic Car And Motorcycle Show will be held on August 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Victory Hill Social Center, located at 29 Jones Lane, Monongahela. Cars must be 15 years or older. All motorcycles are welcome. Registration is $7 per car/motorcycle. All spectators are free.

On the Spot Mobile Oil Change Brings the Quick Lube to You

By Andrea Earnest Need an oil change? In January 2008, Robert Davis of South Park opened On the Spot Mobile Oil Change as a commercial and residential service to make oil changes easy for the customer. When you need an oil change, their self-contained van will come to you. They offer convenience for fleets because they can work on your schedule, including weekends, so that an employee does not have to sit and wait for an oil change.

On the Spot now offers an array of services, and work with 100 percent recyclable products. They sell all the waste oil for waste oil furnaces, and the oil filters are drained, crushed, and recycled at a recycle center. They use washable shop rags instead of paper products.

On the Spot Mobile Oil Change also offers residential service, which is not readily available from other companies in the area. Because of the way they remove the old oil from the dipstick hole, they guarantee no mess on your driveway. Another unique service offered is a benefit program a company can offer to their employees. The company sets a date, and employees can sign up for the service while they are at work. Employees who sign up leave their keys to the car and check off what services they want.

Customers can choose from full and basic services and pick and choose what they would like to have done and how often you want each service. If you are interested, call Davis at 412-334-1222 or 412-855-7277, or check out the web site at www.onthespotmobileoilchange.com.

Car and Bike Cruise at Large Hotel A Car & Bike Cruise will be held at the Olde Large Hotel on Rt. 51 in Jefferson Hills on Sunday, July 27 from 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM. There is a $1 entry fee. Plenty of Giveaways, dash plaques to first 50, and other awards and prizes. Don’t miss the outdoor service by the beautiful ladies. Food and drink specials all day and night. For additional info, contact Skinny or Jim at 412-377-7150 or 412-897-7475

Street Rodders: Bring Your Cars (NAPSI)-If you love cars, your motor will rev as more Many car lovers will be steering toward Louisville to see 11,000 than 11,000 pre-1949 street pre-1949 street rods worth more than $300 million. rods fill the Kentucky Exposition Center at the 39th annual Street Rod Nationals. Recognized as the world’s largest automotive participation event, this year’s show runs July 31_August 3. Street rodders bring their cars to display and to be judged, to buy new and old parts, clothing and all sorts of gadgets. The total value of the street rods that will be on display at the National Street Rod Association event is more than $300 million. Along with all the brightly colored street rods, the four-day festival includes a trade show, arts-and-crafts fair, children’s activities, a vintage auto parts swap meet and entertainment.

For more information, visit www.gotolouisville.com/streetrods.

Happy

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Kids & Family Pictured above (l-r) Aiden Minniti, Jocelyn Stoffel, Rachel Guarinoni, Elizabeth Muchesko, Michelle Stoffel, Corinne Wingrove, and Maxwell Roland.

Mon Valley YMCA Presents “Teach Me Italian for Kids”

Children at the Mon Valley YMCA recently took a musical journey down the path of language learning. “Teach Me Italian for Kids”, a twelve week course which included songs and expressions. A program was held on Friday, May 30. The children entertained family, friends and guests.

“Professoressa” Natalee Russo-Amati stated, “Children have an innate ability to learn a modern language. Music is a natural and universal means of communication. A child’s early exposure to new languages and culture can enhance learning skills and also promotes a better appreciation of our multi-cultural society.” The children were pleased to share their songs and expressions as they began to “Parla Italiano.”

Summer Day Camp in Jefferson Hills Jefferson Hills Recreation Authority will sponsor ‘SUMMER DAY CAMP 2008’ from July 7th to August 1st for children 6 to 12 years old. The camps are for Jefferson Hills and West Elizabeth residents only. The Summer Camp Locations will be held at Gill Hall Park; Tepe Park; Beedle Park; and 885 Park. Camps begin at 9:00 Am and run until 12:00 noon. Activities will include: • Super Hero Week • Mad Scientist/Pirate Week • Camp/Go Wild Week • Fun Week Register at the Jefferson Hills Library. Registration Fee is $10.00 (Plus nominal fee for special event expenses) Make checks payable to: Jefferson Hills Recreation Authority.

Open Auditions for Missoula Children’s Theatre Summer Residency July 7-12 The Grand Theatre in Elizabeth is thrilled to be hosting the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) for a second summer. MCT will hold open auditions for children entering grades K through 12 on Monday, July 7 from 10 am – 12 noon at the Elizabeth Elementary School in Elizabeth. Participants must be available for the full two-hour audition as well as all rehearsals during the week of July 7-12.

Children selected will have either an acting role or assistant director responsibilities.

No experience is required. Immediately following auditions, the cast will be announced.

All that are selected will receive a rehearsal schedule for the rest of the week. The week ends with two performances of the Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, Saturday, July 12, at 3 and 7 pm at the Grand Theatre.

Contact the Grand Theatre for more information at 412-384-0504 or log on to www.elizabethgrand.com. For more information on MCT, log on to www.mctinc.org and click on The Tour.

Windover Hills Schools Registering for 2008-09 The Windover Hills Schools are accepting registrations for the 2008-09 school year. Classes available are the Nursery class for children who are 3 years old by August 31, 2008 and potty trained. This class is designed to help children ease into school life, covering shapes, colors, alphabet, phonics and numbers, with fun songs, finger plays and crafts and simple worksheets.

We also offer a 4 year old preschool class for children who are 4 years of age by August 31, 2008 and potty trained. Our preschool will welcome new teachers from the South Park community this year. They are Beth Galic and Jill Mihoces. This class will help prepare the preschoolers for Kindergarten, covering numbers, alphabet, phonics, shapes, colors review, craft, songs, field trips, and more.

Our Transition class is for children who are 5 years of age by December 31, 2008 and who have had 1 year previous preschool experience, or who may not be ready for Kindergarten, or miss the birth date cut off of their school district. This class covers review of shapes, colors, numbers, alphabet and phonics, crafts and worksheets that coincide with the lesson of the day and simple experiments to help them learn more of the world around them.

Our schools also enjoy visits from community helpers such at firefighters, police officers, and field trips to interesting places. To register your child or children, please call Mrs. Scott at 412-653-4393 or Mrs. Donatelli at 412655-8065, or the school at 412-653-6899.

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Area Youth “Kick” Into Shape

By Samantha Milton A new weight loss program for area youth, Kick N' Fit Pittsburgh, is now open for enrollment. Kick N' Fit Pittsburgh, which is a cardio based program that is done for 30 minutes, 3 times a week, is a ten week program promoting weight loss by focusing on martial arts and nutrition program. The program is being run by Paul and Kara Czerniak, who own and operate Dynamic Martial Arts.

The Czerniak's stress that the Kick N' Fit Pittsburgh program is all about learning better choices. Kick N' Fit Pittsburgh promotes a healthy lifestyle and teaches martial arts skills. "Kids can come right out of this program and have the confidence and the skills to join a regular martial arts class if they choose," said Mr. Czerniak. The program, geared for youth ages 7 to 17, will be held at the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church beginning late summer or early fall. Kick N' Fit Pittsburgh provides youth with the skills necessary to maintain a healthy lifestyle while having fun all at the same time. Each ten week cycle will be open to a total of ten youths at a time. The cost for a ten week cycle will be $299, but those participating in the first cycle will receive a special promotional price of $149. For information call (412) 673-0576 or visit www.kicknfitpittsburgh.com.

MONTHLY

Kid’s Coloring Contest!

DOUBLE YOUR CHANCES!!

Win Four (4) FREE tickets to the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium!

(Kids ages 10 and under are eligible to win every month.)

HOW TO ENTER: 1.)

2.)

3.)

4.)

5.)

Cut out the coloring sheet in the paper.

Color it! (use crayons, markers or colored pencils) Fill in your name, phone number, age and mailing address Mail it in by the 15th of the month!

LIMIT: One (1) newspaper coloring sheet and one (1) website coloring sheet entry per month per child.

* Winners will be selected by random drawing of all coloring sheets entered each month.

(Employees and family members of the Union-Finley Messenger, and Haniford Enterprises, LLC are not eligible.)

Visit our website at www.unionfinley.com and click on the “Contest & Promotions” tab. Printout coloring sheet #2 Follow the same entry instructions, and mail BOTH coloring sheets (the one from the newspaper, and the one from the website) to double your chances for the drawing!

July 2008

CONGRATULATIONS to Gauge Scott (age 6) of Jefferson Hills, for being the lucky winner of our June Kids Coloring Contest random drawing, and receiving four(4) FREE tickets to the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium!

Coloring Sheet provided courtesy, and with permission from www.free-coloring-pages.com

KID’S COLORING CONTEST Name:_________________________________________Age: _______ Phone #: __________________ Mailing Address:_______________________________________________________________________ * MAIL COMPLETED COLORING SHEETS TO: UNION-FINLEY MESSENGER, P.O. BOX 103, FINLEYVILLE, PA 15332

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Dr. Tony’s Corner

By Dr. Tony LaBarbera, Pediatrician, Children’s Community Pediatrics South Hills Pediatric Associates

Fireworks Safety The 4th of July and all of the picnics, parties and celebrations will soon be here. A few simple reminders will help to insure that your 4th of July is safe.

Please follow all local and state regulations when you purchase and use fireworks.

Make certain the fireworks you purchase are Consumer fireworks that are regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. These are usually packaged in bright colors and have safety warnings on the packaging. They also have the country of origin, usually China, on the packaging. These products when used according to directions are safe. Injuries from these types of fireworks have significantly decreased over the past twenty years.

All children under the age of 16 should be supervised when using fireworks, including sparklers. Sparklers burn at over 1800 degrees Fahrenheit and can cause serious burns.

All fireworks are meant to be used outdoors only. They should be used on a hard, flat, and level surface. This will help insure stability of fireworks that are meant to stay upright.

Make sure this area is as far away from buildings and flammable objects as possible. Some authorities suggest a minimum of

Jefferson Hills/Mon Valley Office: 412-384-9030 Brentwood Office: 412-882-7747

a 100 yard radius.

People viewing the fireworks should be a safe distance away. Keep the wind in mind in order to keep hot materials from being blown onto those watching.

There should be a source of water available in case of an accidental fire. A fire extinguisher may also be a good precaution. All used fireworks should be placed in a bucket of water.

Other simple precautions for safety are: do not point fireworks at people, do not relight duds, and do not hold fireworks in your hands.

And finally, keep your pets in mind. Their ears are much more sensitive to sound, and the fireworks may spook your pets. Happy 4th of July to all.

Please e-mail questions and subject suggestions for future editions of Dr. Tony’s Corner to drtonymd@comcast.net.

Grand Theatre Hosts ‘Alice in Wonderland’

First Baptist Church Preschool Registration Registration is now open at First Baptist Church Preschool! We are located at 601 West Main Street in Monongahela, PA. We are offering morning classes for 3 year olds on Tuesdays and Thursdays and morning classes for 4 and 5 year olds on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Classes begin on September 2 & 3. Call 724-258-7750 or go to our web site at www.firstbaptistmon.org for more information.

‘Touch A Truck’ Kids Event in Peters Township Would your child like to get up close and personal with some of their favorite big rigs? Join us at Peterswood Park on July 12 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 noon for "Touch-A-Truck" where we will have a wide variety of trucks, construction vehicles and public safety equipment for your child to see up close and "touch". Life Flight of Allegheny County will be on site with a helicopter! Parents/guardians are required to stay with the children the entire time. This is a FREE event!!

REMINDER: Editorial Deadline for the August issue is

By Alice Harris Students from Elizabeth, Jefferson Hills, Clairton, and surrounding areas presented Disney’s Alice in Wonderland on June 14 and 15 at the Grand Theater in Elizabeth. The students are members of the Theatre's Petite Players junior acting troupe. Here, they relax on a break from hours of hard work at dress rehearsal

JULY 11

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Cindy’s Perfect Puzzles!

By Cindy Bartolotta

JULY WORD SEARCH! Ah—the lazy days of summer. School’s out so now you can spend your time doing all those things you’ve daydreamed about—swimming, fishing, going to a ball game or just sleeping in! Now hand me a pencil and a glass of lemonade!

B W B A S E B A L L I Z A G S

A L O N F A O D E X U T N R L

E S U O H E E R T R L I Y A E

V Y Q S R G O W N U M T A D E

BAIT BARE FEET BASEBALL BEACH BLUSHING BRIDE BOUQUET DIVING BOARD FATHERS DAY FISHING FLAG DAY FREE

A A U U H N H A N M L E D U P

C D E M S I R C I F O E S A M

A G T M I H N W A K P F R T G

T A R E F S S G F E R E E I N

I L T R O I W O B E B R H O I

O F E I A F I O E R Z A T N F

N U Y H A M N L D T I B A U A

Q D R A O B G N I V I D F L O

R E H E A R S A L B D E E K L

GOWN GRADUATION LOAFING REHEARSAL SLEEP SUMMER SWIMMING SWING TREE HOUSE TUXEDO VACATION

Word Scrambler!

1. ALCAVIRNS _______________________12. SCWDOR____________________ 2. APENNINCEDEYDED ______________ 13. SHOOGTD _______________ 3. AYCONOCTNTD ________________14. SKAPR ___________________ 4. BRONCHOCENTO ______________ 15. SNADB ___________________ 5. BUNNRSU ___________________ 16. SPATOOTDALA______________ 6. DAPAERS _____________________ 17. SWIFERKOR________________ 7. EPELPAPI ______________________18. THO _____________________ 8. MSIW _________________________19. TRUHOF __________________ 9. LVLYALOBL _____________________20. UDIHM __________________ 10. NICCPI ____________________ 21. CEI CMERA _______________ 11. RECUBEBA ________________ 22. WOSSECONN ______________

* ANSWERS: 1. CARNIVALS, 2. INDEPENDENCE DAY, 3. COTTON CANDY, 4. CORN ON THE COB, 5. SUNBURN, 6. PARADES, 7. APPLE PIE, 8. SWIM 9.VOLLEYBALL 10. PICNIC, 11. BARBECUE, 12. CROWDS, 13. HOTDOGS, 14. PARKS, 15. BANDS, 16. POTATO SALAD, 17. FIREWORKS, 18. HOT, 19, FOURTH, 20. HUMID, 21. ICE CREAM 22. SNOWCONES

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Entertainment Live Music & Entertainment at Your Neighborhood Hot Spot!

JULY Badlands Bar & Grille 724-348-8030 3540 Washington Ave, Finleyville 5 - Lindsay Neal & Kickback 12 - Austin Nichols 19 - TBA 26 - TBA Thursdays - Bike Night & Karaoke Fridays - Karaoke/Bands Baltimore House 412-653-9332 176 Curry Hollow Rd, Pleasant Hills 4 - DJ 5 - Mark Ferrari 11 - Bon Journey 12 - The Blue 18 - Platinum 19 - Mid Life Crisis 25 - Casanova 26 - Occasional Reign Sundays - Live music on the patio 7PM Brass Monkey 412-233-3375: 428 State St, Clairton 5 - The Backyard Boogie 11 - Regular Joes 18 - The Parrot Bay Girls and DJ 26 - Softball Tournament/Beach Party Sundays - Oldies Night-DJ Nick Funn Thursdays - Rock and Country Night-DJ Nick Funn Club Octane 724-317-8326 227 McKean Ave, Charleroi Entertainment starts at 6:00PM 11 - The Little Giants Tour: Deep Sleep Empire, Another Found Self, + more 15 - We are Forever, + more 18 – Malevolence (Summer Tour Benefit Show) Cousin Vinny’s Bar & Grille 416 Fallowfield Ave., Charleroi 724-489-4670 Entertainment 9:30PM - 1:30AM 3 - Cherub Entertainment Karaoke & DJ Dance 5 - Cherub Entertainment Karaoke & DJ Dance 11 - TBA 12 - TBA 18 - Cherub Entertainment Karaoke & DJ Dance 19 - Full Tilt 25 - The Klick 26 – TBA Duke’s Station II 412-207-0354 852 Sleepy Hollow Road, Castle Shannon Entertainment starts at 8:00PM except Open Stage 9:00PM

1 - Karaoke - DJ Moe 5 - Open Stage with Bill Hill & the Local Talents 8 - DJ Moe 12 - DJ Moe 15 - Karaoke - DJ Moe 19 - Open Stage with Bill Hill and the Local Talents 22 - DJ Moe 26 - DJ Moe 29 - Karaoke - DJ Moe Eck’s Restaurant & Lounge 1-877-EAT-ECKS 1574 Fourth Street, Monongahela 4 - Eck’s 3 Year Anniversary Party

PUMP UP the VOLUME!

by Mandy Withers-K ozlowski

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

Elrama Tavern 412-384-3630: 1520 Rt 837, Elrama 12 - Scott Spahr 18 - Todd Jones 25 - Passpor

Newman’s Restaurant and Lounge 412-653-6440 611 Old Clairton Rd, Pleasant Hills 12 - Occasional Reign 18 - Backyard Boogie 19 - The Maguires 26 - Magic Moments

Freddie’s II 412-833-1830 2789 South Park Road, Bethel Park Wednesdays - 7:30pm New Texas Hold’m League every 13 weeks Thursdays - Magician Jason Christopher 6:30-8:30PM

Olde Large Hotel 412-384-9950: 510 Oak Rd, Jefferson Hills 4 - The Regular Joes 5 - Bar Closed 11 - Dave Iglar 18 - TBA 25 - Impact

Hey Andy Sportsbar and Lounge 724-258-4755 1221 W Main St, Monongahela 5 - The Jades 11 - Old Skool 12 - The Klick 18 - The Groove Doctor 19 - Bill Ali 25 - Lindsay Neal & Kickback 26 - White Rose Karaoke

Pit Stop Bar and Grille 412 -384 -7487 1473 Rt. 837, Elrama 4 - 4th of July Party - Food ‘n Fun 19 - Dirty Sanchez 26 - 80’s Night - Music ‘n Trivia (80’s attire encouraged) Sundays - Bikes & Beers 2-4 Wednesdays - Flip Night Thursdays - Ladies Night Saturdays - Free Juke box 9-1

Hot House Tap and Grille 724-258-4212 807 Dry Run Road, Monongahela 5 - Morning Sickness 12 - Black Dog Hollow 19 - TBA 26 - Blue Print Tuesdays - Karaoke/DJ Thursdays - Karaoke/DJ Fridays - Karaoke/DJ 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

Rockin’ Willies Roadhouse 724-745-8844 2476 Washington Road, Canonsburg Entertainment Nightly Monday - Sunday Tuesdays - Jam Night w/ The Jam Band and Don Cappa The Guitarman Various singers and players - all musicians welcome Royal Place 412-882-8000: 2660 Library Rd, Pittsburgh 12 - Winds of Thor - Led Zeppelin Tribute Band 18 - Neutral Loss 19 - The Doors Experience 25 -Trigger 26 - Drive

Roy’s By The Tracks 724-348-7118: 3710 Rt. 88, Finleyville 1 - Heather Rapp 4 - Blue Print 8 - Brandi Murray 11 - Ruff House 12 - Karaoke w/ Ricki 15 - Steve Landshark 18 - Gray Night Session 22 - Krissy (from Scoobys) 25 - Bucky 26 - Karaoke w/ Ricki 29 - Carolyn Wednesdays - Karaoke w/ Joe Sweeney’s Cafe & Pub 724-929-8383 1713 Rostraver Road, Belle Vernon 5 - TBA 11 - The Klick 17 - Coors Light Girls 18 - DJ Stan the Man 26 - Unreal Thursdays - Karaoke Terrace Gardens 412-233-2626 1180 Woodland Ave, Clairton 4 - Full Tilt 11 - Backyard Boogie 18 - Chuck Corby The Trolley Stop Inn 412-835-9600 6247 Library Rd, Bethel Park Sundays - Karaoke 9PM-1AM Fridays - Magician Jason Christopher 79PM Valley Hotel 412-233-9800 1004 New England Hollow Rd Intersection of 837/Coal Valley Rd, Jefferson Boro Wednesdays - Karaoke w/ Frogster Fridays - Open Stage Night - all musicians welcome

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MARCIE ALLEN

Rosalie Vaccari – A Legacy of Faith and Music

Town: Monongahela Age: 33 Family: Husband, Phil Allen. Daughter, Reagan.

Son, Samuel. Mom & Dad, Barry and Diane Sanders.

Education: Graduate of Ringgold High School. BS Degree California University of PA with duel majors in Early Childhood Development and Elementary Education.

Occupation: Teacher, Carlynton School District for 7 years. Presently, full time stay at home Mom.

Resident Spotlight

By Alice Harris

Rosalie Vaccari (seated at the far right) with her family.

by Heather Kelley-Latorre Interests & Hobbies: Spending time with her children. Church activities at Library Baptist Church in Finleyville. Sports. Playing with her dogs Liberty and Buster.

Rosalie Vaccari, 63, of Finleyville, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2008, in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. In the concert called life, a beautiful song has ended. But the concert continues in the music played by literally 100’s of piano students that Vaccari taught right up until her death. She leaves a faith legacy and musical mark on our community.

Vaccari’s faith legacy can be found in the Anthony and Rosalie Vaccari shared many s verse used on her funeral program. “I have miles throughout their life together. fought the good fight. I have completed the race. I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:7).

In the last years of her life, Vaccari fought many rare diseases, yet she never complained. Her family remembers her as a “strong Christian,” and that “the heart of her was loving God and being a good neighbor, telling people about Christ.”

Being a good neighbor meant counseling many youths through difficult times in their lives. Many of them stood up at the funeral to share how she had made them “feel like family,” through her prayers and counseling.

The musical mark is directly seen in our Playing the piano was one community. This 40-year “heritage of harof Rosalie Vaccari’s joys. monies” began while Vaccari was still in college at Carnegie-Mellon University as a piano performance major. An accomplished pianist, she accompanied many of the area school choirs and participated in community day camps, and taught many music programs. Vaccari also devoted her musical gifts to the Gastonville United Methodist Church for almost 15 years. Vaccari was a member and one of the founders of the Nottingham Christian Church in Venetia. She was music director, choir director, organist and pianist for both churches.

Vaccari leaves behind her husband of 42 years, Anthony Vaccari: a son, John Vaccari and wife Christy, of Allentown; two daughters, Natalie Furlong and husband Brent, and Melanie Catana and husband Sebastian, both of Finleyville; and four grandchildren, Abigail, Analise, Olivia and Maria. Memorial contributions may be made to: GoTime Ministries, P.O. Box 52, Finleyville, PA 15332.

Finleyville Resident, Recker Makes Dean’s List Shawn Recker, 2007 graduate of Ringgold High School, made the Grove City College Dean’s List for outstanding academic performance during the Spring 2008 semester.

Shawn is majoring in Computer Science. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Recker of Finleyville.

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Still Swingin’ Rolling Green Golfer Celebrates 100th Birthday

Recent Local Death Notices Bell – Robert Earl, of Monongahela died Monday May 19. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela.

Bentley – Ray, 67., of Elizabeth died Saturday June 7. Arrangements under direction of Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Curtis Cambell with his foursome (L to R) Bill Rebholz, Curtis Campbell, Ernie Streiner and Bob Tomey

Curtis Cambell shows off his framed letter of congratulations from Arnold Palmer.

by Paul J. Chasko On June 17 the Golden Agers Golf League playing at the Rolling Green Golf Course near Eighty Four, PA surprised Curtis Campbell of Bethel Park with a birthday party.

Not a big deal you say? It is when it’s the 100th birthday and Curtis is still playing golf regularly.

Curtis plays every Thursday in the Golden Agers League at Rolling Hills from April through September and I understand he still plays a pretty decent round. When I asked him how he did this morning he replied modestly, “I’m not sure it was golf but I played.”

There looked to be about 30 league members at the celebration who were all enjoying a great lunch in the clubhouse pavilion. Curtis cut a cake iced up with a replication of the golf course and a big 100. He also received a personal letter from golfing great Arnold Palmer congratulating Curtis on his 100th birthday. League members had it framed and ready for hanging. Congratulations to you on your 100th Curtis and we wish you many more. Keep on puttin’!

Washington City Mission Men’s Shelter Resident Helps Beautify the Area James K, a resident at Washington City Mission Men’s Shelter, recently purchased a hanging basket for the Mission’s picnic area and plans to buy more flowers with his own money. He diligently works at beautifying the area, using his free time to sweep around the donation center and pick up trash that falls out of the compactor while cheerfully and respectfully greeting donors and carrying donations from their vehicles.

Over 600 area businesses and organizations have advertised in this newspaper.

Isn’t it about time that yours did too?

Tap into the power of the Messenger.

Call today to learn more.

412.249.8177

Bruce – David, 78., of Belle Vernon, Formerly of Elizabeth Twp died Monday May 26. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc in Monongahela.

Dranko – June L, 73., of Jefferson Hills died Sunday May 25.

Arrangements under direction of Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Dragan – Theresa Marie, 89., of Nottingham Twp died Wednesday May 28. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc in Monongahela.

Fagan – John R “Jr”, 59., of Webster died Saturday May 24. Arrangements under direction of Bautz Funeral Home in New Eagle.

Fisher – Becky, 54., of Monongahela died Friday May 30. Arrangements under direction of Bautz Funeral Home in New Eagle.

Jester – William, 88., of Jefferson Hills died Monday May 26.

Arrangements under direction of Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Mayak – Raymond J, 74., of Monongahela died Thursday May 29.

Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Melencheck – Jasmine Marie, 16 days old., Died Thursday May 22.

Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc in Monongahela.

Middleton – Lois C, 84., of Finleyville died Friday June 6.

Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Mountain – Beatrice M, 89., Formerly of Finleyville died Sunday May 25.

Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Pranevich – Joseph S., Jr., 80, of Finleyville, died Monday, May 19.

Arrangements under direction of David J. Henney Funeral Home.

Slaypoh – Arthur J., 89, of Finleyville, formerly of Broughton, died Wednesday, May 21.

Arrangements under direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc.

Gray – Gordon J, 65., of Finleyville died Sunday May 25. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Svitana – Jacob, 84., of Sterling VA, Formerly of New Eagle died Saturday May 3. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc in Monongahela.

Hudock – Mary D, of Finleyville died Saturday June 21. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Wiley – James Howard, 57., of Monongahela died Thursday May 15.

Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela.

Hufnagel – Eugene A, 81., of Finleyville, Formerly of Monongahela died Monday June 9. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

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Pets Pet Search Holds ‘Un-Birthday’ Party

By Mandy Withers-Kozlowski and Janine Jasko Pet Search held an “un-birthday party” at PetSmart in South Strabane on Saturday May 17—the theme being celebration of animals’ birthdays that don’t know when their birthday is! Pet Search holds an adoptathon at least twice a month, alternating between PetSmart and PetCo, with many different themes.

Pet Search is a non-profit organization founded on September 4, 1995 as a result of the love and devotion that Kent and Sherry Knight have for all animals. “We started out early on working with WAHS and PAWS. We realized our philosophy on animal rescue and placement differed from that of our earlier prospects, so branching out on our own was a no-brainer,” says Kent. Pet Search is an all-volunteer, nokill, home-sheltered animal rescue organization. Sherry describes volunteering as “a labor of love and compassion with the goal of finding a great home for these animals.”

There are currently about 50 active members.In addition to pet adoption services, Pet Search is involved in the local community in many ways. Each October, it holds a blessing of the animals service.

One of the most successful things is their Spay/Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP), a low-cost voucher program set up with a few local veterinarians to help control pet overpopulation. The group also holds a Rabies Plus clinic twice a year, in April and September, where they provide services including rabies, standard boosters, bordatella, lyme and leukemia shots, and microchipping.

Pet Search also supports local communities with a pet education program and pet therapy services for seniors.

Fundraising is done throughout the year with all of the proceeds going to help cover the cost of shots and care packages, which include spay/neuter, leashes, collar, toys, and food.

Pet Search has also single-handedly controlled the feral cat population at the

Washington County Fairgrounds. When they started there 12 years ago, there were more than 400 cats. They are trapped and taken to a veterinarian for feline leukemia/feline aids (FeLV/FIV) testing, shots, and a spay/neuter surgery, if necessary. Now, there are only about 40 cats there identifiable by tipped ears.

Volunteers are always needed, and jun-

ior volunteers are always welcome. “Some of the local school districts require volunteer hours for graduation, and Pet Search can certainly help students to meet those goals.” Anyone interested in volunteering or looking for a pet contact, call Pet Search at 724-228-SEEK or visit its website at www.petsearchpa.org. (Photos by Jeramie Kozlowski)

Peaceful Pastures Pet Cemetery A Final Resting Place For Faithful Pets

By Mandy Withers-Kozlowski Peaceful Pastures was established in 1998 by the Woodruff Partners, all experienced funeral service professionals and committed animal lovers, as a final resting place for faithful pets. It is located along Route 19 South between Washington and Pittsburgh.

The services are for all pets, including birds, cats, dogs, horses, rabbits, and other pet companions. Cemetery services that are available include funerals and viewings, ground burial, and cremation. Merchandise services available include monuments and markers, caskets, a large array of cremation urns, or keepsake jewelry as a unique way to remember your pet.

Peaceful Pastures owners know that Seeing Eye Dogs, Hearing Ear Dogs, and K9 Dogs have served their owners and country with special dignity, therefore they are given burial site at no charge.

These services are available to families in need seven days a week. Staff is available to come to the home, a veterinary hospital, or most locations for a pet. For more information e-mail tschmidt@woodruffpartners.com or call 724-745-8502 or 1-888-259-4450.

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Monongahela Goes To The Dogs!

On May 17, 2008 the Monongahela Area Revitalization Corp.'s Pooch Parade started with a procession of over 50 dogs and their proud owners marching from Third St. to Chess Park. Once at the park the festivities began with a blessing of the animals

by Rev. Mark Woomer, Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Monongahela.

Prizes were awarded in six categories although the judges were hard pressed to choose the winners since every dog entered was a winner to someone. The categories and winners were: Smallest Dog - Elf, a maltese owned by Millie Schiffer; Best Trick - Rudy, a border collie owned by Shelley Wolf who could open a jewelry box and remove its contents; Look Alike - was won by Shadow, a chow whose owner, Ann Todora, appeared wearing a bumble bee outfit just like Shadow's.; Best Costume - Liberty, a Labrador

Retriever, owned by, Reagan Allen dressed in red, white, and blue Biggest dog - was presented in memory of Gunner Tatar, last year's winner, to Stacey Fine's Roscoe, a Mastiff Best of Show - went to Abbey and Mia, white Pomeranians owned by Pat Staffen.

Other activities included a Chinese auction, bake sale, silent auction, and food booth as well as entertainment provided by dancers from "Dance by Lori."

The Pooch Parade as well as all MARC,s activities are to raise money for projects to improve or maintain the quality of life in the community.

Most recently the organization donated both a maple and oak tree to Chess Park. We are always looking for new members who, like us, want to enhance and beautify our communities. MARC meets at 7:00 PM on the third Monday of each month at the First Presbyterian Church in Monongahela. Please join us!

Dander Dilemma (NAPSI)-Americans love their pets, but few are as fond of the way pets can affect indoor air quality.

Pet owners should be aware that animal dander, cat saliva and pets tracking in dirt and debris from outside can be a source of indoor air pollution.

Dander can be a problem for visitors People with pets should have their heating with allergies to cats and dogs since it and air-conditioning systems inspected for stays in the air for a long time. The other biological pollutants, then cleaned if needed. air-quality problem created by the presence of pets is that air ducts and ventilation systems can become clogged with pet hair, making them a breeding ground for mold and bacteria. That's one reason it's so important to have your HVAC system cleaned on a regular basis.

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) recommends that air-handler units be inspected at least once a year and cleaned as needed. When hiring an HVAC inspection, maintenance and restoration contractor, make sure the company is a member of NADCA. For more information, call (202)737-2926 or visit www.nadca.com.

Voted Valley Favorite

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Peters Township Public Library

YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS

GAME ON! OPEN GAMING SESSIONS When: Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 23, 30, 616 East McMurray Road August 6, 13, 27, 2008 McMurray, PA 15317 Ages: Tweens (6th - 8th graders) 4:00 – 724-941-9430 6:00 PM; Ages: Teens (9th - 12th graders) www.ptlibrary.org 6:30 - 8:30 PM Video Game Night Wednesdays, July 16, August 20, 2008 CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Ages: All ages are welcome.

Time: 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

RHYTHM & RHYME STORYTIME Youth patrons are welcome to use the Ages: 5-7 years old Xboxes and Nintendo Wii to play the Duration: 4 weeks, July 2 - 23, 2008 games of their choice during these sesWhen: Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 sions. No need to register; just stop by p.m. anytime during your grade level’s reserved Sign them up for this storytime which fea- time! Please note: this program is subject tures books with dancing characters. to change (or cancellation) if the bookRegister in the Children’s Department. shelves are being installed in the teen space during the program time.

BECOME A SEARCH SLEUTH! When: Half hour session — you name the GET GRAPHIC! GRAPHIC NOVEL, date and time!

COMIC, & MANGA DISCUSSION Become an expert in the library catalog Ages: Grades 6 - 12 and find what you need at the library! In When: July 24, 2008 this one-session class, you will learn skills Fourth Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in library research, including keywords, Where: Teen Reading Room types of searches, and much, much more. Come to the Get Graphic! discussion and Get with a group or go one-on-one. Sign tell us what you love and hate about the up today in the Children’s Department comics and manga you’ve been reading. and be on your way to becoming a search Give us ideas about what to read next! sleuth!

Register at the library’s circulation desk.

FANS OF FANTASY BOOK CLUB Ages: Grades 4 and up When: Last Thursday of the month Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Dates: July 31, August 28, 2008 Fans of fantasy get together for a funfilled night of games, snacks, prizes, crafts, movies, and much more!

GIRL’S NIGHT OUT Ages: Girls in grades 4th - 8th and their moms / caregivers When: 1st Monday of the month Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Dates: July 7, August 4, 2008 This after-school group meets once a month — just us girls!

SCULPEY CLAY Ages: 4 - 6 Duration: 4 weeks, July 8 - 29, 2008 When: Tuesdays, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Ages: 7 - 13 Duration: 4 weeks, July 8 - 29, 2008 When: Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.

Students will learn basic sculpting techniques with clay. Register at the library’s circulation desk; please see supply list when registering.

WATERCOLOR PAINTING Ages: 4 - 7 Duration: 3 weeks, July 16 - 30, 2008 When: Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $10.00 Students will learn basic techniques with watercolor paints. Register at the library’s circulation desk; please see supply list when registering.

Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

One week we will listen to songs of your choice and discuss the artist and their music video. At the next meeting we will explore a specific genre, like musicals or hip hop. No need to register — just drop in!

METAMORPHOSIS: YOUR WORLD Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When: Mondays - July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4, 2008 Time: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

We will learn how to make wallets out of cereal boxes and duct tape, screenprint using contact paper, compost, and newspaper black out poems, explore street, and more! Register at the library’s circulation desk.

ACT ONE Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When: Tuesdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 2008 Time: 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Join us each Tuesday to read aloud, workshop, and act out a one-act play. Squash your self-conscious feelings in this laid back atmosphere and work with a different special guest actor from the Peters Township Theatre Troupe during each session. Sign up at the circulation desk.

ADULT PROGRAMS Library Book Clubs For those interested in joining the “Book Club for Adults” or the “Evening Book Club for Adults”, please contact a member of the Library reference staff at (724) 9419430. You may obtain book club selections directly from the Reference Department.

BOOK CLUB FOR ADULTS When: 3rd Wednesday of every month Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

July 16, 2008: ‘The Love of the Last Tycoon’ by F. Scott Fitzgerald August 20, 2008: ‘The Old Man and the Sea’ by Ernest Hemmingway All are welcome to attend. The book club meets in the Library’s 2nd floor Reading Room.

EVENING BOOK CLUB FOR ADULTS When: 2nd Wednesday of every month Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

July 9, 2008: ‘Far Applachia’ by Noah Adams August 13, 2008: ‘An Irish Country Doctor’ by Patrick Taylor The book club meets in the Library’s 2nd floor Reading Room.

General Programs

CREATURES Ages: Grades 6 - 12 TEEN MOVIE LOUNGE When: Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Ages: Grades 6 - 12 August 6, 13, 2008 When: Thursdays, July 3, 17, August 7, Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

21 Each week we will read aloud a section of Time: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

All Creatures Great and Small by James We’ll watch popular movies, movies based Herriot. Based on the section, participants on books, and documentaries like Planet will be given time to read and share aniEarth. Most movies shown will be rated mal books, draw, and/or search the library PG-13; parents may call the library to find for related materials to discuss. out what movie will be featured each Interested? Sign up at the circulation week. desk.

TRASH TO TREASURE When: Saturday, July 12, 2008 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Exhibit Designer Nancy Vejlstrup will demonstrate how to turn “trash” into unique gardening “treasures” by potting them with green and flowering plants.A non-refundable fee of $3.00 to cover cost of printed materials must be paid at time of registration.Register at the library’s circulation desk.

Arts Programs

BOOKS & BITES DISCUSSION GROUP Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When:1st Tuesday of the month, July 1, August 5, 2008; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Where: Teen Reading Room Join this discussion and share snacks as we explore current young adult literature.

Title and snack recommendations are encouraged. Register at the library’s circulation desk. E-mail Kelly at YoungAdultLibrarian@ptlibrary.org TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM Students in grades 6-12 can sign up for the Teen Summer Reading program at the Teen Reading Room desk beginning Monday, June 2, 2008. Participation in the Summer Reading Program makes you eligible to win weekly and grand prizes based on the number of minutes you read each week! Program ends August 9 — stay tuned for info about a program end celebration!

SUMMER ONGOING PROGRAMS TUNE IN: MUSIC SHARING Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When: 1st & 2nd Mondays, July 7, 21, August 4, 18, 2008

GENRES Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When: Thursdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 2008 Time: 2:30 - 3:45 p.m.

Come to Genres where you will hear chapters from The Giver and Holes read aloud, share your favorite tales with others, and explore works you mighy have otherwise ignored.

LATE NIGHT @ THE LIBRARY Ages: Grades 6 - 12 When: Fridays, July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15, 2008 Time: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Come to the library for movies, root beer floats, Fear Factor challenges, open mic, costume parties, mix CD swaps, and more! Register at the library’s circulation desk.

PROJECT DESIGN Ages: Grades 6 - 12 Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26, August 2, 2008 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Join us as we create outfits out of any imaginable materials for a fashion show at the end of the program. Register at the library’s circulation desk.

LEARN TO PAINT THE ONE-STROKE DONNA DEWBERRY WAY! Duration: 3 weeks, July 7 - 21, 2008 When: Mondays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

In this class, students will paint summer flowers (including roses, hydrangeas, and geraniums) and a study of different plant leaves on an item of choice. Register at the library’s circulation desk. Please see supply list when registering.

Computer Programs FRIDAYS ONLINE When: Fridays Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. or 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

During “Fridays Online” patrons may come to the second floor computer for extra help using the Internet, the library online databases, or Microsoft Word and Publisher. Assistance will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

WORD PROCESSING 3 When: Wednesday, July 2, 2008 Time: 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.

In this class, students will learn about templates, multiple columns, adding

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graphics, mail merge, and discuss compatibility issues related to the recently installed Microsoft Office 2007 programs at the library. Pre-registration is required.

Regis-tration is not complete until payment is received; register at the library’s circulation desk.

GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH When: Wednesday, July 9, 2008 Time: 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.

Students will learn how to use the library’s resources to help you search for your roots. The lesson covers how to use the Heritage Quest and Ancestry Library Edition databases. Learning how to Google will also be covered. Pre-registration is required.

ADVANCED COMPUTER GRAPHICS When: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 Time: 1:00 - 2:45 p.m.

Learn how to use the advanced features of Microsoft Paint, Microsoft Word graphics, scanners and scanning software.

Pre-registration is required. Registration is not complete until payment is received; register at the library’s circulation desk.

BASIC EXCEL SPREADSHEETS When: Wednesday, July 23, 2008 Time: 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.

This class covers creating an excel spreadsheet, printing a range as well as using formulas, functions and more. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills are required. Pre-registration is required.

Registration is not complete until payment is received.

RED CROSS BABY-SITTING CERTIFICATION CLASS Tuesday and Wednesday, July 8 and 9 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. in the Community Center.

You must attend both classes and there is a $15.00 charge. Participants will receive a certificate and Red Cross Babysitting Manual.

GEO-CACHING 101 Thursday, July 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Center Learn the basics about this high-tech treasure hunt. Let’s see what sorts of treasure we’ll find!

URBAN LEGENDS Thursday, July 24 at 7:00 p.m.

Join Tom White from Duquesne University has written dozens of articles about local folklore such as our own South Park Green Man, the B-25 “Ghost Bomber” of the Monongahela, Braddock’s Gold, and many others.

SCRAPBOOKING Thursday, July 31 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Join Tami and make a small mini-scrapbook! You bring 12-15 4x6 pictures and we will supply the rest!

MURDER AT THE LIBRARY Friday, August 1 at 7:00 p.m.

Bring yourself and all your brave friends to the library while it is closed to solve this live-action murder mystery…….if you dare!

Children’s Events

WORD PROCESSING 1 When: Wednesday, July 30, 2008 Time: 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.

Cost: $6.00 Students will learn how to create and save documents, work with text, format characters and paragraphs, print documents, and discuss compatibility issues related to the recently installed Microsoft Office 2007 programs at the library. Preregistration is required.

South Park Library 2575 Brownsville Road South Park, PA 15129 412-833-5585 www.southparklibrary.org

TEEN EVENTS Teens entering grades 5-12 are invited to take part in the 2008 Summer Reading Program. Registration for the program begins on June 9 and you can start logging your reading June 16 through August 9.

Weekly prizes will be drawn and you will earn a coupon for every book you read! At the end of the program, the library will give you the coupons you’ve earned and you can cash them in from August 13-23.

Participants must register for all teen events in advance. All participants must be entering grades 5-12.

SUMMER READING CLUB AND READ-TO-ME CLUB Children of all ages are invited to Catch the Reading Bug this summer at the South Park Township Library! Keep track of the time you read in the folders provided (or, for the first time, on-line this year!) and collect great weekly prizes as well as enter to win other prizes raffled at the end of the program. A special Read-To-Me Club is for the littlest listeners.

Mondays – Science sparks explorations at 2:00 p.m. is a hands-on investigation of our world for elementary students.

Please register for these classes.

Tuesdays – Library ant-ics in the Community Center at 10:30 provide entertainment for all ages.

Elementary students are invited to BEE our guests and join us for some fun antics in the Community Center on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m.

July 1 – What’s the Buzz about Reading?: A Musical Adventure will be presented by Two of a Kind, an award-winning, nationally-touring, husband-wife musical duo from the Philadelphia area. The audience (and lots of other bugs) get to help out and join the fun, too!

July 8 – Magician Doc Dixon is back with his amazing “Catch the Reading Bug” magic show which combines plenty of hilarious magic along with audience participation to promote the importance of reading in a fun way!

July 15 – Debbie Bowman as Queenie the Clown, along with her puppets, Miss Beesley and Buzz , will visit to present a fun program about bees and bee safety.

It’s very interactive with many volunteers used from the audience!

July 22 – Dave Crawley from KDKA-TV will visit and entertain with his fun poetry about bugs!

July 29 – Carnegie Science Center will conduct a special Insect Investigators Camp! Crafts and songs are part of this great program!

August 5 – Magician Steve Haberman will help us to Catch the Reading Bug in his high-energy, fun-filled educational show that utilizes magic, storytelling, and lots of audience participation!

Wednesdays – Stop in the library any time to find the Reading Bug Book hidden on a shelf in the children’s room and pick a special prize!

Thursdays – Creepy crawly crafts at 2:00 p.m. in the children’s room for elementary students.

July 3 – Lightning Bug Sock Puppets July 10 – Bug Weaving Mats July 17 – Nature Journals July 24 – Buggy Sand Art July 31 – Sock Caterpillars August 7 – Bug Hats Please register each week for the craft programs by calling the library at 412 833-5585.

Puppet show is planned on Monday, August 11 in the Community Center which focuses on bullying. Children in grades K-2 are invited at 1:30 p.m. and students in grades 3-4 at 2:30 p.m.

Of course, the big summer reading wrapup party will be held on Tuesday, August 12 at 1:00 p.m. in the Community Center. The featured entertainment will be the Carnegie Natural History Museum’s stage production of It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s a Bug! SIGN LANGUAGE FOR BABIES Wednesdays, July 2-July 23 at 10:30 a.m.

Babies ages 6-24 months are welcome at this fun sign language class just for them!

Learn some basic signs in a wonderful class that incorporates music, books, puppets, and other props!

SIGN LANGUAGE FOR PRESCHOOLERS Tuesdays, July 1-July 22 at 1:30 p.m.

2-6 year olds are welcome to learn some basic signs and the alphabet in a wonderful class that incorporates music, books, puppets, and other props!

Adult Events Cultural Events at the Library Wednesday, July 16 at 1:00 p.m.

These events are geared for, but not limited to, older adults. In July, we will be taking a look at “The Faces of the Civil War” with PA Humanity Council Series speaker, Paul Douglas Newman, Associate Professor of Early American History, University of Pittsburgh- Johnstown. This 45 minute presentation will focus on Pennsylvania’s role in the fighting and lasting memory of the Civil War. Please call 412-833-5585 to register.

ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM Come to the library and sign up for our Annual Summer Reading Program. It’s easy! Sign up at the library, stock up on books, and head to your favorite outdoor spot. Fill out a slip for each book you’ve read and turn it in to the library and be eligible to win some great prizes drawn weekly. You can even email the titles to us at neiportd@einetwork.net.

BE A “BIG LOSER” FOR SOUTH PARK LIBRARY Now Thru Labor Day If you’ve been wanting to start a weight loss and/or exercise program, now is the time! Join team South Park to compete against Whitehall Library in a “Biggest Loser” contest. Registration is required with a small entry fee of $5.00.

BEING THE “BIGGEST LOSER” IS A WALK IN THE PARK – LITERALLY …

Wednesday, July 9 at 7:30 p.m.

Team South Park and Team Whitehall are taking a power walk! We’ll be meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Children’s Playground in South Park.

BE A “BIG (PHYSICALLY FIT) LOSER” Thursday, July 10 at 7:00 p.m.

Certified Personal Trainer and owner of Strength, Fitness and Speed, Inc., Ed Wietholder will be speaking about how to become more physically fit through better eating, cardio, resistance training, and flexibility. Faith Dolegowski will also discuss the benefits of eating local organically grown food. Please call 412-833-5585.

SOUTH PARK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY “BOOK LUST” CLUB Thursday, July 17 at 7:00 p.m.

The Book Club will be discussing “The Killer Angels” by Michael Shaara. Please call to register if you are new to the club.

SOUTH PARK LIBRARY JEWELRY DESIGNER GROUP Wednesday, July 30 at 7:00 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 cost is approximately $15.00. Please call to register.

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BY ARLENE ELOSH, STATE FARM® AGENT Q: What should I know about planning a will? What things should I include in my will?

Don’t be left out of our Finance Guide in August!

Call today!

412.249.8177

A: You’ve worked hard to accumulate valuable assets over the years. How do you plan to distribute this property after your death?

It’s important to have a will, regardless of the value of your possessions. This written document instructs how you want assets that pass via your will (money, property and other assets) to be distributed after your death. If you die without a will, your probate assets will be divided according to state law.

Here are some tips for preparing a will: • Have an attorney draft your will. If you draft your own will, make sure it complies with state law or it could be invalid.

• Name an executor, whose role is to handle all administrative aspects of the will, including collecting assets, paying all debts and taxes and distributing your estate, according to your wishes.

• List personal property such as artwork, collectibles, jewelry and other personal property that you want to go to specific individuals. Be clear about how you want your assets distributed.

• Do not include funeral preferences in your will because it may not be read until several weeks after your death.

• Review your will every few years and have your attorney make changes as appropriate.

A little advance preparation will help ensure that your final wishes are handled the way you planned them to be.

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––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– DEVOTED DAD & LOVING MOM seek to adopt newborn. Financially secure with plenty of love to offer. We can help. Expenses paid. Call toll free Laura & Anthony (888)438-1488 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ADOPTION: stable, happy couple seek to welcome a baby with loads of affection and bedtime stories. Please call Adelle and Eliot at 1-888-371-5520. Expenses paid.

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––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Corvette Cargo Net – Keep your junk in the trunk where it belongs instead of letting it hit you in the back of your head during a quick stop. Brand new, in the bag. Fits Corvette 1998-04 convertibles and 1999-2000 coupes. Retails for $65; asking $30. Call 724-7820327 or 412-720-0648 (cell).

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Corvette Magazine – 33 lightly read issues, all in perfect shape. From September 2002 (premier issue) through June 2007, except November 2005; February, May, August, and November 2006; and February and May 2007. Newsstand price is $169; asking $80.

Call 724-782-0327 or 412-720-0648 (cell).

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––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2000 BLACK LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, excellent condition, 93,000 highway miles, inspected 4/08, must see, $12,000 (412) 896-9342 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer LTZ 4X4. One owner w/ 100K bumper to bumper warranty. Odometer is 84,500. Always garaged. Running boards, front deflector, extra set of winter wheels. All options; Leather, Heated seats, Tow package, 8-way power seats, Fog lights, Air, Alloy Wheels, Cruise, Power Locks, Power Mirrors, Power Windows, Tilt, AM/FM stereo with 6 disk CD changer. Asking $8850. 724-258-2332 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– JUNK CARS WANTED! FREE Tow! C.T. Auto Recyclers. 724-348-7467.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLES KAWASAKI,1970-1980, Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, H2-750, H1-500, S1-250,S2-250, S2-350, S3-400. CASH PAID. 1-800-7721142. 1-310-721-0726.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– JAPANESE ENGINES/TRANSMISSIONS Imported Direct From Japan, Highest Quality Low Mileage Used Engines – 1 year warranty. Remanufactured engines – 3 year warranty. Delivery Available 1-800-899-1614 www.ForeignEngines.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

------- AUTO DONATIONS ------Donate A Car Today To Help Children And Their Families Suffering From Cancer. Free Towing. Tax Deductible. Children’s Cancer Fund of America, Inc. www.ccfoa.org 1-800-469-8593 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 1-800-DONATE-CARS. HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Take Care of. 1-800-366-2832 www.1800DonateCars.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– DONATE A CAR-HELP CHILDREN FIGHTING DIABETES. Fast, Free Towing. Call 7 days/week. Non-runners OK. Tax Deductible. Call Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 1-800-578-0408 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– DONATE YOUR CAR… To the Cancer Fund of America. Help Those Suffering With Cancer Today. Free Towing and Tax deductible. 1-800-835-9372 www.cfoa.org –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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------- BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ------Absolutely All Cash! Do you earn $800/day? Vending route. 30 machines + candy. $9,995. 1-800-807-6485.(Void/SD,CT,MD) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– NOW HIRING HOME TYPISTS. $5000 guaranteed in 30 days. Apply online: www.Job861.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ASSEMBLE MAGNETS & CRAFTS FROM HOME! Year-round Work! Excellent Pay! No Experience! New England Crafters. TOLL-FREE 1-866-844-5091, Code 9.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ALL CASH CANDY ROUTE. Do you earn $800 in a day? Includes 30 Local Machines and Candy for $9,995. Multi Vend, Inc. 1-800-807-6486.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FREE CASH GRANTS/PROGRAMS! $100 - $500,000++ **2008** NEVER REPAY! Housing, Business School, Some Personal/ Medical Bills. Grant Resource Package + other money solutions! Live operators. 1-800-270-1213, Ext. 279 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– $500 PAYCHECK possible from home mailing our mortgage product postcards. No selling. No advertising. Materials provided. Get started immediately 877-774-9295 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– AMERICA’S FAVORITE Coffee Dist. Guaranteed Accts. Multi BILLION $ Industry.

Unlimited Profit Potential. FREE INFO 24/7. 1-800-729-4212 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Make Money Online-Make Money Daily! PT/FT. No Experience Required. Work From Home. Need Computer. Free Info. Call Now! 1-800-576-7760 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

-------- COMPUTERS ------Computer Tune-Up - Computer running slow? Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine. Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest Microsoft Updates. $40.00 per machine. 724-348-6837 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– GET A NEW COMPUTER Brand name laptops & desktops. BAD or NO credit - no problem. Smallest weekly payments avail. It's Yours NOW 1-800-624-1557.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A NEW COMPUTER NOW. Brand Name. Bad or NO Credit - No problem. Smallest weekly payments available. Call NOW 800-838-7127 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A NEW COMPUTER NOW. Brand Name laptops & desktops. Bad or NO Credit - No problem. Smallest weekly payments available. It's yours NOW. Call 800-932-4501 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– GET A NEW COMPUTER. Brand Name laptops & desktops. Bad or NO Credit – No Problem smallest weekly payments avail. Its yours NOW – 800-932-3721 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

------- EDUCATION ------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 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA! Fast, Affordable, Accredited. FREE Brochure. CALL NOW! 1-800-532-6546 Ext. 512 www.continentalacademy.com

------- EMPLOYMENT ------Direct Care Staff – We provide support & assistance with social activities, housekeeping, doctor’s appointments, & personal care to adults with MH/MR. A caring nature & valid PA driver’s license is all that’s required.

We provide the training. Lifesteps. 1-800-225-2010. E-mail: jobs@lifesteps.net. EOE/ADA. Graduates - Looking for a high paying career? Insurance & Financial Svs. are always in the top 10! Licensing classes available. In life/health, property/casualty & securities.

Training & placement assistance also available. Call Ruslander & Assoc. 412-242-8140 or visit www.ruslanderandassociates.com.

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Experienced prep & line cooks wanted. All shifts. Salary negotiable. Call: 412-2332626 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Experienced barmaid. Evening shifts. Call: 412-233-2626 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BAR & KITCHEN HELP NEEDED! Peters Creek Pub. 2103 Rankintown Rd., Finleyville. Please call 724-348-6607 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

NOW SEEKING MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL FOR GENERAL MANAGER POSITION. SALARY COMMENSURABLE WITH EXPERIENCE. ALSO, IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR SHIFT MANAGERS, COOKS AND DRIVERS. FLEXIBLE HOURS. GREAT WORKING ENVIRONMENT. APPLY AT 3527 WASHINGTON AVENUE LOCATION. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Advertising Sales – Friendly, outgoing, personable and motivated individuals needed to learn the advertising business and sell for local community newspaper. Great part-time opportunity. Work from home, flexible schedule. Call 412-249-8177, or e-mail resume to:––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– E-mail to: dhaniford@unionfinley.com.

CAN YOU DIG IT? Heavy Equipment School. 3 wk training program. Backhoes, Bulldozers, Trackhoes. Local job placement asst. Start digging dirt NOW. Toll free 866362-6497 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– RN& LPNs Pediatric Private Duty. Wonderful 9 year old boy in Finleyville Needs You! BiPAP, Trach & G-tube Care Needed! • Day & Night Shifts Available. Call Megan at 1-866-489-4910 • or email mzurasky@psakids.com SECRET SHOPPERS NEEDED - Paid to Pose as Customer, Evaluate Services of Local Stores, Restaurants & Theaters. Flexible hours, no experience necessary, training provided. 1-800-585-9024,Ext.6750.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ASSEMBLE MAGNETS & CRAFTS FROM HOME! Year-round Work! Excellent Pay! No Experience! TOLL FREE 1-866-844-5091, No-MD ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– AVON- GENERAL INFORMATION - Earn extra $$$, sign up in minutes, For information email: avonsacareer4u@aol.com or Call 1-800-796-2622 Ind. Sls. Rep ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 1000 Envelopes = $6000 GUARANTEED! Receive $6 for every envelope stuffed. 24hr information. 1-866-861-0703,code11.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Maintenance Position available for 36 unit rental property in Finleyville P/T approx. 25 hrs/per wk Duties incl. grounds care, snow removal, painting, janitorial, general knowledge of carpentry, electrical & plumbing required.

For more info. or to schedule an appt. call 724-348-5099 TDD #711 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

EARN UP TO $500 weekly assembling angel pins at home. No experience required.

817-230-4879, www.angelpin.net ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ASSEMBLE MAGNETS & CRAFTS FROM HOME! Year-round Work! Excellent Pay! No Experience! Top US Company! Glue Gun, Painting, Jewelry & More! TOLL FREE 1-866-844-5091 *** Not available in MD*** ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– $$$HELP WANTED$$$ - Earn Extra income assembling CD cases from Home. No Experience necessary. Call our Live Operators NOW! 1-800-267-3944 Ext 104 www.easywork-greatpay.com. unavailable (MD,WI,SD,ND) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– DATA ENTRY PROCESSORS NEEDED! Earn $3,500 - $5,000 Weekly Working from Home! Guaranteed Paychecks! No Experience Necessary! Positions Available Today!

Register Online Now! www.BigPayWork.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EARN UP TO $500 weekly assembling our angel pins at home. No experience required.

Call 813-944-3351 or visit www.angelpin.net ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BECOME A SURROGATE MOTHER: Generous Compensation. Established program seeking women 21-45 to carry couples biological babies. Prior birth experience required.

Non-smokers 1-888-363-9457 M.Brisman, Esq www.reproductivelawyer.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

HOME REFUND JOBS! Earn $3,500-$5,000 Weekly Processing Company Refunds Online! Guaranteed Paychecks! No Experience Needed! Positions Available Today!

Register Online Now! www.RebateWork.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Need Cash Quickly?? $$$$$. Stay at home and make money. Best Program FREE Video. Go to www.FREEDOM51.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ***AWESOME JOB*** Hiring 18-24 sharp, motivated guys/gals, Immediate Coast to Coast Travel. No Exp Req. Transportation Provided, Return Trip Guaranteed! 1-866745-3172 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SECRET SHOPPERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - For Store Evaluations. Local Stores, Restaurants, & Theaters. Training Provided, Flexible Hours. Assignments Available NOW!! 1-800-585-9024 ext. 6262 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– "Can You Dig It?" Heavy Equipment School. 3wk training program. Backhoes, Bulldozers, Trackhoes. Local job placement asst. Start digging dirt Now. 866-362-6497 American Construction Train LLC ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– HVAC TECH TRAINING! Heat up your career! No Exp needed. Get Nationally Certified in 3.5wks...Local job placement asst. financing available. Classes start now!

877-994-9904 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– NAT'L ORGANIZATION NOW HIRING Avg. Pay $20/hour or $57K/yr. including Federal Benefits and OT. Placed by adSource 1-866-644-5727 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WANNA COOL JOB??? Start a New Career as a Nationally Certified HVAC Technician! 3.5 wk program. No Experience. Local job placement assistance. Call it's HOT! 1-877-994-9904 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ***LIVE LIKE A ROCKSTAR!*** Hiring 18-24 sharp, motivated guys/gals, Immediate Coast to Coast Travel. No Exp Req. Transportation Provided, Return Trip Guaranteed! 1-866-745-3172 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

-------- FINANCIAL / INSURANCE ------DEBT SOLUTIONS. Bill Consolidation, Mortgages, Fast Cash, Loans. Good/Bad Credit Welcome. No application fees. Toll free 1-866-677-2455. Visit www.PaylessSolutions.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– DEBT SOLUTIONS Bill Consolidation, Mortgages, Fast Cash, Loans. Good/Bad Credit Welcome. No Application Fees. Toll Free 1-866-941-2455. Visit www.PaylessSolutions.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– NEED A LOAN? Bad Credit? Bankruptcy? Repo? Personal Consolidation or Business Loans available. "Helping People with Credit Problems since 1991" Financial Specialty Services (800) 654-1816 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– $$$ACCESS LAWSUIT CASH NOW!! Injury Lawsuit dragging? Need $500 $500,000++ within 48 hours? Call 1-877-386-3692, www.casepay.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Page 76 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– July 2008 UNION-FINLEY–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– MESSENGER WE PAY CASH For future payments from annuities, lawsuit settlements, lottery winnings, and seller held notes. Also cash now for pending settlements. www.ppicash.com.

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–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FINALLY! Health Insurance you can actually afford. Doctor Visit, pharmacy, hospital & much more! Call iCan now & find the plan that's right for you! 800-472-1070.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Owe the IRS or State??? Haven’t filed tax returns??? Get Instant Relief. Call Mike 1-800-487-1992 www.safetaxhelp.com Hablamos español –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ATTENTION! Behind on mortgage, credit cards, taxes? Purchasing a home but can't get approved? I CAN HELP! Ryan at 717-475-0195 Old Guard Mortgage –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– UNSECURED LOANS - $1,000-$100,000. Get money approved fast with just your signature. Never leave your home or office! Affordable payment guarantee. Free Consultation. www.AmOne.com/Flyer 1-800-466-8596 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– $$$ ACCESS LAWSUIT CASH NOW!!! As seen on TV. Injury Lawsuit Dragging?

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------ HEALTH/MEDICAL/FITNESS-----DIET PILL Maximum prescription strength Phentromine 37.5 mg, blue/white capsules, 60ct. $77.95. No prescription needed. Free shipping! 1-800-627-7896, ext.703, www.phentrominedietpill.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ONLINE PHARMACY Buy Soma Ultram Fioricet Prozac Buspar, 90 Qty $51.99. 180 Qty. $84.99 PRICE INCLUDES PRESCRIPTION! We will match any competitor’s price! 1-866-465-0732 unitedpharmalife.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

------ ITEMS FOR SALE -----Cast iron claw foot bath tub (1912) – good condition. $75. 724-258-4240 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Pittsburgh Penguin Stanley cup Game Day Program. This is an actual Ice time Program, from the Final Round of the Stanley cup Playoffs, Pittsburgh vs. Detroit!

Magazine is in great condition, and a great collectible to remember the terrific season we had this year. Will let the program go for $5.00. Also have a few Sidney rookies, along with my actual game day ticket stub to all rounds of the Stanley cup Rounds! Please text me or call cell at 412-780-5998!

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Corvette Magazine – 33 lightly read issues, all in perfect shape. From September 2002 (premier issue) through June 2007, except November 2005; February, May, August, and November 2006; and February and May 2007. Newsstand price is $169; asking $80.

Call 724-782-0327 or 412-720-0648 (cell).

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FREE Piano – Aeolian. Electric / manual. Pecan wood. Excellent condition. Large assortment of piano rolls. You haul. 724-348-4859 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Hotpoint Self Cleaning Cook Top Electric Stove Black. $350 or best offer. Call 724-2587964.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Two(2) Kayaks for sale. $100 each, or both for $175. 412-384-8229 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

1998 SeaDoo Speedster Boat, 16’5”, 2 prop, jet drive, 80 hp, with Shore Lander trailer. $6800.

Call 412-337-1493.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 17-foot aluminum Canoe. $200. 412-384-8229 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FOR SALE - One New Bifold door 36"x 80"x1-3/8" $20.00, Black & Decker 18" Electric mulching mower, like new, $80.00 , Girl's 20" Schwinn bicycle, like new, $25.00.

Call 724-258-4815.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Frigidaire gas range, self clean crown model, white, great condition. $275.00 American Standard 9" double bowl white sink with white Delta pullout faucet great cond. $100.00 (724) 348-0515 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Bunk Beds w/mattresses, never used, solid wood with a heavy duty oak finish $285. 724747-9216 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Super Steelers Super Bowl games. 1970’s VHS tapes 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.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FREE Swimming Pool! 18' round. You will need to dismantle and remove. Call: 724348-7650.

Please leave a message.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Cherrywood Charmglow 33" Electric Fireplace. Mantle/Cabinet/Base. 4,500 BTU. 51Wx51H. Heater unused. Orig. $699 Asking $275. 724-348-7039 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 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.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Vent-free Natural Gas Compact Fireplace. Like new. $200. 724-348-8316 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Miniature horse cart and harness for sale - black metal cart and black leather harness for medium to large miniature horse or small pony. (724)348-8028.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 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 10-YEAR WARRANTY. MATTRESS SET. HANDCRAFTED, DOVETAILED FURNITURE 412-494-7351. Will Deliver.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BEDS - "PLUSH/PILLOWTOPS, ORTHOPEDIC AND MEMORY FOAM" FULL... $159. QUEEN...$179. KING SIZE. MATTRESS, ALL NEW. SEALED IN PLASTIC W/10 YR. WARRANTY DELIVERY AVAIL. IMMEDIATELY. PLEASE CALL 412787-9128 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FREE DIRECTV 4 Room System! 265+ Channels! Starts $29.99! FREE Showtime + Starz! 95 HD Channels! FREE DVR/HD! No Start up costs! Local Installers! 1-800620-0058 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Large selection of top grade hot tubs w/warranty. Many models, excellent pricing! Prices as low as $1,999 delivered! Limited supply. www.hottubheadquarters.com for best pricing! 866-920-7089 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– HOT TUB/SPA - LOADED! 7HP, DUAL PUMPS, HYDROMASSAGING PACKAGE, WATERFALL, AND COVER. BRAND NEW. STILL IN PLASTIC. COST $7800.

SELL ONLY $3800. CALL 412-494-7351.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WET BASEMENT? Don't wait until it's too late! Basement Waterproofing inside and outside remedies. Wall Straightening and Rebuilds Crawl Space Excavation, footers and floors. Large Local Company. Insured & BBB Member. Fix it for LE$$. Discounts available. 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 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– CIGARETTES FOR SALE - DISCOUNT CIGARETTES BY MAIL SAVE ON MARLBORO, VIRGINIA SLIMS, NEWPORT! MANY MORE AT GREAT PRICES!! 1-800316-7636 TODAY! Must Be 21. Surgeon General's Warning.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– HOT TUB NEVER SET UP. 36 CHROME HYDROTHERAPY JETS, WATERFALL, OZONE & L.E.D. LIGHT. (TRANSFERRABLE WARRANTY) COST $7595, SELL $3800.

CAN HELP DELIVER. CALL 412-494-7351 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 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.

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------- ITEMS WANTED ------WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings, Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps or anything OLD! Please call me. Jim Gillespie at 412-9797050 or home 724-348-6203.

Buying all types of antiques – anything old. 724-483-3099.

Attention Hunters: Collector buying all expired PA hunting licenses. Buying all cloth, metal and paper licenses. Buying all PA doe-antlerless licenses. Top dollar paid!! Call 412-494-9111.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Wanted - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, all worth money. Also, local and long distance towing. Call 412-498-1622.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Pleasant Hills gardener wants a larger vegetable garden for 2008 season. Looking for 25 x 50 ft plot in the West Jefferson Hills School District or Finleyville Area. Contact Sam at––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 412-915-8954 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! 724-7456489 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– **OLD GUITARS WANTED!** Fender, Gibson, Gretsch, Martin, D'Angelico, Stromberg, Rickenbacker, and Mosrite. 1930's thru 1960's. TOP CASH PAID! The Guitar Collector. 1-800-401-0440.

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-------- MISCELLANEOUS ----Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724-8257233 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– * 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.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 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 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– **OLD GUITARS WANTED!** Fender, Gibson, Gretsch, Martin, D'Angelico, Stromberg, Rickenbacker, and Mosrite. 1930's thru 1960's. TOP CASH PAID! The Guitar Collector. 1-800-401-0440.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– STEEL BUILDINGS: 5 Only, 25x52, 30x44, 40x60, 45x76, 51x88. Must Move Now! Selling For Balance Owed/Free Delivery! 1-800-462-7930 x85 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BEDROOM 8-PIECE $975 New Boxed. All wood sleigh/mission with 10-year warranty.

Mattress Set. Handcrafted, dovetailed furniture. 412-494-7351. Will Deliver.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BEDS - "PLUSH/PILLOWTOPS, ORTHOPEDIC AND MEMORY FOAM" FULL... $159. QUEEN...$179. KING SIZE. MATTRESS, ALL NEW. SEALED IN PLASTIC W/10 YR. WARRANTY DELIVERY AVAIL. IMMEDIATELY. PLEASE CALL 412787-9128 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– POST OFFICE NOW HIRING. Avg. $20/hr. $57K/yr. including Fed. Benefits, OT, placed by Ad Source, not aff.w/USPS who hires. 1-866-483-1057 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– YOUR BRAND NEW COMPUTER. Bad or NO Credit – No Problem. Brand Name laptops & Desktops. Smallest weekly payments avail. Its yours NOW 1-800-640-0656 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– $$CASH$$ - Immediate cash for structured Settlements, Annuities, Lawsuits, Inheritances, Mortgage Notes & Cash Flows. J.G. Wentworth #1. 1-800-794-7310.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 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 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– OLD GUITARS WANTED! Fender, Gibson, Gretsch, Martin. 1930s - 1960s. Top cash paid. 1-800-401-0440.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FREE HOME SECURITY SYSTEM - $850 value! America's #1 choice. ADT monitoring fees about $1/day. New customers, homeowners only. $99 installation fee, restrictions apply. 1-866-931-6894 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA! Fast, Affordable, Accredited. FREE Brochure. CALL NOW! 1-800-532-6546 Ext. 512 www.continentalacademy.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A BRAND NEW COMPUTER - Bad or NO Credit – No Problem. Brand Name laptops & Desktops. Smallest weekly payments avail. Its yours NOW 1-800-640-0656 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– NEED A LOAN? No credit - BAD credit - Bankruptcy - Repossession - Personal Loans - Auto Loans - Consolidation Loans AVAILABLE! "We have been helping people with credit problems since 1991". Call 1-800-654-1816.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– We Buy Gold, Silver and Platinum Jewelry! -Get paid cash within 24 hours for your jewelry. No cost, instant cash, insured shipping Please call 1-877-GOLD-019 or www.cash4gold.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– We Fix Credit. Bad Credit??? We Can Permanently Improve Your Credit Score even after Bankruptcy. FREE Consultation. 1 (866) 579-6590 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

DIRECTV FREE 4 Room System! 265+ Channels! Starts $29.99! FREE Showtime + Starz! 92 HD Channels! FREE DVR/HD! No Start up costs! Local Installers! 1-800973-9044 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– $CASH FOR GOLD$. We buy Gold, Silver & Platinum. Get Cash NOW! Highest Payouts - Satisfaction Guaranteed. 888-245-4517.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– $25,000+ REWARD! Paying $500-$25,000+ for older Fender, Gibson, Martin, Gretsch, Mosrite, National guitars. Please call Crawford. 1-800-477-1233x500, Nashville, TN –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– AIRLINES ARE HIRING: Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance. 888-349-5387.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– VEGAS BABY - FREE! 3 days, 2 nights. Pay Nothing - High Roller Treatment. Las Vegas - 5 Star Resort. Call NOW! 1-800-897-3554 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A NEW COMPUTER NOW. Brand Name laptops & desktops. Bad or NO Credit - No problem. Smallest weekly payments available. It's yours NOW. Call 800-932-4501 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– STOP SWIMMING IN CHLORINE! Non-Chemical Pool/Spa Purifiers are the Healthy & Eco-friendly alternative to harsh chemicals. More info @ www.lifeguardsystems.com or 1-800-6PURIFY. 10% Disc. + FREE Shipping w/ad –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– AIRLINES ARE HIRING – Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified – Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (888) 349-5387 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

-------- 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.

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---------- PETS ----------Quarter Horse for lease - quiet quarter horse mare for partial lease, sound for walk/trot, goes English or Western, large indoor arena with new footing, wonderful trail riding weather permitting, flexible days available, experienced adult preferred but will consider other offers, Elizabeth area, $100 a month. (724)348-8028 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ANGELS FOR ANIMALS. Collecting Aluminum Cans for an on-going fundraiser.

(Please....no steel, no pie tins, and no aluminum foil.) Also selling Enjoy & Entertainment Books for $25.00 each. For pick up of cans or delivery of books, call Jessie @ 724-941-5737.

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------- REAL ESTATE ------FOR RENT - FINLEYVILLE - One bedroom apartment, ranch style, no steps involved, equipped kitchen, large living room, plenty closet space, energy efficient, newly painted, big backyard, good sun direction, parking space, near bus line, ideal for elderly. Rent $375+Utility. Call 412-833-2089.

FOR RENT - New Eagle - Main Street. Office Space, Formerly physicians office; 1200 sq. feet. Rent negotiable. 724-554-6534 or 724-2583773.

FOR SALE - Investment Property; 6 residential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534 Investment Property FOR SALE - ; 6 residential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534 New Eagle Main Street. Store Front; 1200 sq. ft; Newly Remodeled. Handicap Parking in front. 724-555-6534.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– House for rent. 1113 Water Street, Brownsville. 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, whole house air conditioning, inside gentle pet acceptable, fenced-in yard, storage shed, off-street parking. $450 per month plus utilities. HUD accepted. First and last month rent required.

Call 724-350-5983.

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July 2008 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Page 77 UNION-FINLEY–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– MESSENGER Mobile Home for sale. Monongahela area. 3 bedroom trailer located on Route 88 bus line. Inside gentle pet acceptable. Ringgold school district. Asking $8300 or will consider “rent to own” program with first ad last months rent down. Monthly trailer rent is $150 to $200 per month at 0% interest. Mobile Home Park rent is $200 per month and includes garbage. HUD accepted. Call 724-258-9115.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 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.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 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Garage for Rent - 16x30 - $160/month - utilities available. Ginger Hill Rd., Finleyville, PA 724-348-5518 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Mobile home for sale, Beautiful Skyline doublewide, 28x70, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath, Huge kitchen with island and all GE appliances, family room with fireplace, living room, dining room, laundry room and master bath suite. Central air, electric heat and tons of upgrades. Has 8x10 storage shed and 2 decks. Located in Voyager Estates, West Newton.

Can be moved. $53,000 724-348-6738 or 724-309-4993.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Union Township House For Sale - Updated throughout and in move-in condition, this 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath multi-level boasts neutral décor, a large back yard, two-tiered deck and above ground pool. $189,900. Call 412-719-8961.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR LEASE - Bentleyville-Large building, many uses, store front, kitchen and warehouse or mechanic shop. Perfect location and parking.

Can be lease in units. Call for details. Jefferson Hills Real Estate 412-653-4000 or Patty Shaffer 412-915-8710.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 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.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– We Buy Duplexes and Multi-Family houses! - Seeking to purchase multi-family housing, duplexes, four-plexes, and apartment buildings throughout the Mon Valley and South Hills areas. Distressed and foreclosed properties OK. Call today! 412-760-2291.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Building for rent: South Park Township; 4,000 square feet. Includes offices, workshop, garage, and storage area. $1,250 / month + utilities. Phone 412-833-0107 or 412-2000449.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WAREHOUSE/STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT - Finleyville. Different sizes available.

Call 724-348-6688 for details.

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TENNESSEE MOUNTAIN ACREAGE. 2 acre beautiful homesite. Million $ view!

Secluded, utilities, overlooking Tennessee River, close to Marina, Schools, Shopping! $49,900, low down, owner financing! 330-699-1585.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Apartments for Rent - AFFORDABLE 1-4BD HOMES FROM $199/MO! 3bd Home only $375/mo! Bank Repos & Foreclosures! 5%dn, 20yrs @ 8%apr! For Listings & info 800-796-6049 ext. 1221 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– NC MOUNTAINS. New log cabin shell w/covered porch, large deck w/2.2acs. $99,900.

Acreage available w/stunning views & mountain streams. 1-828-652-8700 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– GEORGIA WOODED HOMESITES. 1-10acs. LOW TAXES! Beautiful weather year round. Terrific investment w/owner financing avail. $4500/acre. Payments as low as $229/mo w/low down payment. 706-364-4200 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– MUST SELL TO AVOID FORECLOSURE! 20 acres - was 149,900, NOW $59,900.

Incredible investment opportunity! Woods, awesome views, 6 miles to Cooperstown, NY! Own w/10% down! Hurry! 877-780-5263 NYL&L –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ORGANIC FARM! 10 acres - $79,900. Riverfront, stream, lush meadows, views, mins. to Cooperstown, NY! No closing costs 'til 6/15! Terms avail! Won't last! 877-912-5263 NYL&L –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SPORTSMEN'S PARADISE wooded acreage bordered by State Forest. Located in PA Wilds of Clearfield County. 10 acres only $59,900. Call 315-447-1499 North American Land –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Upstate NY: 118 mostly wooded Acres, $115,000. , 6 1/2 wooded acres, near NYS Land, $16,900., 3 Acres near Hinckley Lake $12,900. Many Other Properties. Custom Built Cabins. Gateway Properties 1-877-NY LANDS www.wcclinc.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– TENNESSEE MOUNTAIN ACREAGE - 2 Acre Beautiful Homesite, Million $ View!

Secluded, Utilities, Overlooking Tennessee River. Close to Marina, Schools, Shopping! $49,900 Low Down, Owner Financing! 330-699-1585 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– TEXAS LAND LIQUIDATION!! 20-acres, Near Booming El. Paso. Good Road Access.

ONLY $14,900 $200/down $145 per/mo. Money Back Guarantee. No Credit Checks. 1800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Tug Hill Land Sale. 152ac. borders stateland - $129,900. 10ac town rd/utilities $15,900. (800)260-2148. mooseriverland.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Homes for Rent - FORECLOSURES from $199/mo! Buy a 4bd 2ba Home only $300/mo! 3bd 1.5ba Home only $199/mo! For Listings 800-796-6049 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Homes for Rent - 4BD 2BA HOME only $425/mo! 3bd 1.5ba only $350/mo! 5%dn, 20yrs @ 8% apr! For Listings 800-796-6049 ext. 1279 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Homes for Sale - 3bd 2ba Bank Home only $25k! Payments from $199/mo! 5%dn, 20yrs @ 8%apr! For Listings/Info 800-796-6049 ext. 1264 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Homes for Sale - BANK REPOS! 3bd 2ba Home only $18k! 4bd 2ba Home only $25k!

Payments from $199/mo! For Listings 800-796-6049 ext. 1237 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ADIRONDACK - TI LAKE SALE: 3.8 acres, 230' on Lake $49,900. 21 acres , 2000' on lake $149,900. 30 new waterfront properties. Owner financing available. www.landfirstny.com 1-888-683-2626 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS, NEW! E-Z to Finish Log Cabin 1344 sq. foot with 1.7 acres $89,900. Mountain & Waterfront Land From $39,900 Call 828-247-9966 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– HOME FOR SALE - Near Greenville, SC. Awesome Granite Kitchen - 2 sinks!

Hardwood/Tile. 1 Acre! 2 car Garage. Amazing Upgrades!! $227,500. Golden Strip Real Estate, Inc 800-780-2780 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– MYRTLE BEACH, SC - BUILDER CLOSEOUT- ONLY $119,900. 3BR/2BA CONDONEW CONSTRUCTION FINANCING AVAILABLE. HURRY-LIMITED AVAILABILITY. 1-843-251-6795 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ABUTS STATE LAND! 10 acres - $39,900. Mixed pines, hardwood & apple trees.

Gorgeous building site for your getaway! Owner terms! Hurry! 866-902-5263 NYL&L –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– UPSTATE NY SALE! 5 acres - $21,900. Beautiful unspoiled setting! Mixed woodlands, low taxes! Own w/10% down! Call 877-912-5263 NOW! NYL&L ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

------- SERVICES ------"JUST HEMS!" - Specializing in shortening slacks, pants and jeans. Call Diane Lucci at 724-348-6752 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 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 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– CLEANING SERVICES AVAILABLE - Spring cleaning, Weekly Cleaning, Organizing Closets/Cupboards, Free Estimates, Have Excellent References and Criminal Record Check. (412) 896-9342 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 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/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724-8257233 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Childcare in my home. Ages 6 weeks to 5 years. 7 years teaching preschool, cpr/first aid.

References available. Call Karen at 724-348-5946.

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------- TIMESHARES ------BUY TIMESHARE RESALES - SAVE 60-80% OFF RETAIL!! BEST RESORTS & SEASONS. Call for FREE TIMESHARE MAGAZINE! 1-800-639-5319. www.holidaygroup.com/flier –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FREE CONSULTATION on how to SELL/RENT your timeshare! Are your maintenance fees to high? Call www.sellatimeshare.com today. Get cash for your unused timeshare. 1-877-494-8246 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Timeshare Resales - The cheapest way to Buy, Sell and Rent Timeshares. No Commissions or Broker Fees. Call 877-494-8246 or go to www.buyatimeshare.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE NOW!!!! Maintenance fees to 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 - HYPERLINK "http://www.oceanfrontcondorentals.com/ParadiseResort.htm" \t "_blank" http://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 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– VEGAS BABY - FREE! 3 days, 2 nights. Pay Nothing - High Roller Treatment. Las Vegas - 5 Star Resort. Call NOW! 1-800-897-3554 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– TIMESHARE RESALES: Save 60-80% Off Retail! BEST RESORTS & SEASONS. Call for FREE TIMESHARE MAGAZINE! 1-800-780-3158. www.holidaygroup.com/ifpa –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Warm Winter Specials at Florida’s Best Beach- New Smyrna Beach. Stay a week or longer. Plan a beach wedding or family reunion. www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800-541-9621 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– VEGAS BABY - FREE! 3 days, 2 nights. Pay Nothing - 5 Star Resort. Las Vegas Tahiti Village. Call NOW! 1-888-704-6946 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

TAP INTO THE POWER OF THE MESSENGER. Call today to learn more.

412.249.8177 _______________ Over 600 area businesses and organizations have advertised in this newspaper. Isn’t it about time that yours did too?

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LOCAL BUSINESSES, MERCHANTS AND SERVICES BAKERY 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, Finleyville. “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.

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CLEANING SERVICES Chernicky Cleaning – Wall washing. Floor care. Janitor Service. FREE ESTIMATES. Providing Quality Cleaning in the South Hills for over 30 years! 724-348-5910.

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COMPUTERS Computer Tune-Up - Computer running slow? Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine. Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest Microsoft Updates. $40.00 per machine. 724-348-6837 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

DVD TRANSFER/HOME MOVIES Home Movie Transfers and DVD Montage Creations by Deb Cheplic. 8mm and Super 8mm projector movies transferred to DVD! Frame by frame digital transfers, with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set up fees. Add music and chapter menus. 724-258-5336. http://web.mac.com/dcheplic/ ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

FLORAL/GIFTS Finleyville Flower Shoppe – Your Hometown Florist! Flowers, plants, gift baskets and more. 3510 Washington Avenue, Finleyville. 724-348-5808.

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GARAGE DOORS Wuenstel Brothers Garage Door Company – Second Generation family owned. Since 1977. Residential Replacement Specialists. 3526D Cliff Street, Finleyville. 724-348-7550.

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HAIR AND BEAUTY/TANNING My Sisters Shop – We’re now located behind Finleyville Hardware. Hair, Nails, Tanning, Waxing. Convenient parking. 3526B Cliff Street, Finleyville. 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.

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JEWELRY

SOUTHLAND JEWELERS: Gifts Starting at $59 • WATCH BATTERIES, 2 FOR $6.95 • We Buy Gold & Watches! (Next to Elliotts Backstreet BBQ) Rt. 51 South, Jefferson Hills • 412-384-8400 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

PAINTING Ron's Painting - Interior * Exterior. 22 Years Experience. Neat & Reliable. FREE ESTIMATES! 724-348-5731 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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) 600-7095. www.fryebrosplumbing.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

RESTAURANT The Kickstand Bar & Restaurant - Open Daily 3pm-2am; Daily Specials; Homemade Soups. 1100 Hayden Blvd. 51 South. 412-384-3080 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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