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Vol. 6, Issue 3
AUGUST 2009
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INDEX: Local News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Home & Garden . . . . . . . . . 34 Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 People . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Your Health . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Food & Dining . . . . . . . . . . 60 Kids & Family . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 School News . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
“ 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 • Peters Township • Venetia • New Eagle • Monongahela • Elrama • Elizabeth • West Elizabeth • Jefferson Hills • Library • South Park
Museum of Western Expansion – “Guns of the West” The Museum of Westward Expansion, located at 815 Venetia Road in the Enoch Wright House will host “Guns of the West” on Saturday, August 29th 2009. The doors open at 10:30 am and close at 6 pm. Enjoy a look back at the firearms, tools, and accoutrements carried by the settlers and frontiersmen who traveled from our area west during the 18th and early 19th century. This event will appeal to those people who are interested in our frontier history, early firearms, and their associated tools. Travel through the Museum of Western Expansion and view the displays of arms and accoutrements. Talk with our costumed staff and feel free to ask any question that Hollywood or the History Channel has failed to answer. Food and beverages will be served throughout the day. The Museum is located at 815 Venetia Road, just west of Finleyville. DEMONSTRATIONS: • Flintlock Rifle Flintlock Musket Swivel Canon • Deck Gun Tomahawk & War Club Percussion Guns • Knife Throwing Tomahawk Throwing And More ADMISSION: Adults $5.00; 13 and under $3.00. Peters Creek Historical Society Members FREE. For more information please call 724-348-9704. Raffle Tickets for the engraved colonial era powder horn are $5.00 at the door. Winner need not be present.
Cruisin' at the Beach! The unseasonably cool weather has not slowed down the Friday night summertime car cruises at the Beach Room in Finleyville. Pictured above is Ron Schiller of Pleasant Hills with his immaculate 1968 Camaro. (See story and additional photos on page 70)
37th Annual Jefferson Hills Community Day! The 37th Annual Jefferson Hills Community Day will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2009 at Andrew Reilly Memorial Park, located on Rt. 885 South. Enjoy live music throughout the day by local Jefferson Hills bands such as 24 Hour Taco Shop; Hollywood Boulevard; Acoustic Artisit Dave Lackner; and singer/songwriter Max Echard. The featured performance will be by Todd Jones & Southern Blue with special guest Prairie Fire. Other activities include a “Kids Fun Zone”, an adult co-ed softball tournament and a Car & Bike Cruise. Participants in the Car & Bike Cruise should enter the park at 12:00 noon and park on the grass. For additional information or questions, please contact the Jefferson Hills Recreation Board at 412-655-7760.
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Happy to Be Living in Union Township Dear Editor, We are one of the families that live on Houston Run Road. We have never felt abandoned by the township. Our well water and septic tanks do a great job besides we are on a fixed income and couldn’t afford the cost of water and sewer installation. Houston Run Road is blocked off but it is a plus for us meaning less traffic. I do agree there should be a state police report published in the Union-Finley Messenger if at all possible. We love living here in Union Township on Houston Run Road and we wouldn’t change a thing. Kathy and Roy Feick - Union Township (Editors Note: Obtaining state police reports and police reports from surrounding police departments will be an initiative for the Union-Finley Messenger in the months ahead. )
Fight to Restore the Cost of Living Adjustment Dear Editor: I am starting a national movement to get the U.S. Congress to restore the COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) to the social security checks of our seniors and the disabled! I feel eliminating the COLA for the next 3 years was a gross injustice to our social security recipients. I have sent correspondence to all local newspapers and to CBS, ABC, NBC, Fox, CNN, FNC, MSNBC, WGN in Chicago, C-Span, all television stations in Pittsburgh and several out-of-state newspapers including some in Michigan. I want to put pressure on Congress nationwide to restore the Cost of Living Adjustment. Anyone who has a comment or would like to help can write me at: PO Box 110, Monongahela, PA 15063. As seniors, we must not stand idly by and take this. Ken Zaydel - Monongahela
Letters to the Editor can be submitted via e-mail to editor@unionfinley.com or by mail to P.O. Box 103, Finleyville, PA 15332. All Letters to the Editor must be signed and must contain the author’s return address and telephone number for verification. Letters will be printed as submitted whenever possible; however, we reserve the right to edit for length, clarity, and taste, and to refuse to publish any and all letters received. Letters to the Editor represent the unsolicited opinions of our readers and do not reflect the views or opinions of the Union-Finley Messenger, its owners, editorial board, or writing staff. No compensation is offered for any submission, and the author assumes all responsibility for the accuracy and ramifications of their submission.
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South Park Historical Society Receives Deed To New Home
South Hills Elks Visit Local Veterans
By Andrea Earnest
The South Hills Elks Lodge #2213 recently visited the South Western PA Veterans Centeron Highland Drive in Pittsburgh. The South Hills Elks visited with 46 veterans and played a round of Bingo then served ice cream and cupcakes to everyone. The veterans look forward to the Elks visits each month for some entertainment and good home-made cupcakes. The South Hills Elks is holding a membership drive for anyone in the South Hills that would like to join and help out the veterans each month. The Elks also provide several youth activities each year as well as a Flag Day ceremony each year. "Elks Care...Elks Share" is our motto. Can you help a veteran? See our website for more information about membership and our wide range of activities at www.southhillselks.com or by calling 412-831-0616.
New Local Band to Debut in Monongahela The Nancy McKeen Bluz Machine
On Tuesday, July 14, 2009, the South Park Historical Society held a ceremony to receive the deed to The Freight Station, 6425 Pleasant Street. The building and a parcel of land were donated to the Society by CONSOL Energy, Inc. Mr. Donald Taylor, Chairman, Home Committee, began the program with opening remarks. The deed was then presented by Mr. Andrew P. McLain, Manager, Property Dispositions, CONSOL Energy, Inc. Mrs. Joy Marquis, President of the Society, received the deed and thanked Mr. McLain, and all those who provided service, guidance, and support, for making the transfer possible. The building, built in 1918, was a distribution warehouse store for the company store of Montour Mine No. 10. It was in danger of being destroyed when Port Authority Transit bought the property for
the new park and ride. Mrs. Marquis was instrumental in getting PAT to agree not to take down the building. PAT granted an easement. About 25 people attended the ceremony. Among the distinguished guests who were in attendance were Mr. Andrew McLain; Mr. David J. Buchewicz, South Park Township Supervisor; Ms. Karen Fosbaugh, South Park Township Manager; Mr. M. Gary Wargo, South Park Township Code Enforcement Office; and Mr. Paul J. Gitnik, Esquire, South Park Township Solicitor. Unable to attend, but whose work was also appreciated, were Mr. Stephen G. Bland, Chief Executive Officer, Port Authority of Allegheny County; Mr. George A. Smith, South Park Township Supervisor; Mr. Walter C. Sackinsky, South Park Township Supervisor, and Mr. John Doebler, HAI Consultants, In., Engineering and Surveying Practice. Joy Marquis receives the deed from Andrew McLain while (left to right) David Buchewicz, Donald Taylor, M. Gary Wargo, Karen Fosbaugh, and Paul Gitnik look on.
The Nancy McKeen Bluz Machine – (Left to Right): Nancy McKeen, BobbyG, Mark McFeely and Ross Blaner
By Samantha Milton On August 28, The Nancy McKeen Bluz Machine will make its debut in the Mon Valley at The Bar located on Main Street in Monongahela. Nancy Mckeen, a Monongahela resident, is a fiery red-head with a powerful voice. However, you would never think by looking at her that she would belt out the notes that she does. Referred to as “a skinny little, red-headed, freckle-faced, white girl who belts out the blues like a 60 year old, 300 pound, black woman,” Nancy is just doing what she loves. The Band, made up of; Nancy McKeen: vocals, Mark McFeely: guitar, BobbyG: bass and Ross Blaner: drums, comes together to form The Nancy McKeen Bluz Machine. While McKeen’s voice is fit for just about any genre of her choosing, her musical influences, Janis Joplin and Etta James, would agree that Blues is right where she should be. Owners, Wes and Sharon Rippel, are excited for The Bar to be the home of the band’s debut. The show will start at 9:30PM and there will be a $2 cover at the door. So, come out and cheer on the Mon Valley’s newest band and Nancy McKeen, the skinny little white girl busting out the blues.
The new location provides space for the Society to display artifacts and collections and a new home to work in.
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By Wild Willy Frankfort
wreath you get a point. I always wanted to know how that game was invented and now I know. My Mother now knows that she can blame the My grandfather was a Indians for the time my sisbaseball player. Actually, ter chased me with the he was a catcher and he modern metal tipped lawn played for a traveling dart, around and around semi-pro baseball league. our yard all the while From what I’ve read and threatening me with a have been told by my painful death. My sister Mother he was pretty William “Wild Wily” Frankfurt was not a good loser. good. He tried to get me The tug of war was interested in the game but played by standing on a six by six that was I never could handle the down time. Baseball for me is fraught with in-activity. cut twelve inches long. Each player standThe whole game takes place between two ing on the logs about twelve feet away hold players, and the rest of the team waits to see a rope that is about twenty foot long. They what will happen. My life took a different hold the ends of the rope and at the signal turn and I played football. I like to think quickly take up the slack. The pull and that my grandfather had a part in my play- release rope until one of the players falls off ing, as he was also a great fan of that sport. their log. Then the next player jumps up Games have played a big part of my life. and it starts all over again. These games provided hours of fun and As a boy I remember playing board games with my family, which was way before the proves how important games are. Think days of family game nights. When ever my about it? Would you have the courage to family gathers together we usually have walk up to a man painted from head to toe some sort of game that can involve every- in red or black paint, who is probably carryone. I think that games in general have con- ing a war club or tomahawk, and strike up tributed to my overall outlook on life. I have a conversation. Where children should be lost at games and have had to learn how to afraid, they were more interested in the handle defeat and those feeling that accom- game than the monster in front of them. Today, you can sit in the comfort of your pany loss. Recently I attended the re-enactment of home or office and play football, baseball, or General Braddock’s Crossing of the Yough, golf. You never need go outside. Don’t get which takes place in Connellsville. The me wrong, I love video games. I grew up in crossing takes about an hour which is met an arcade and spent a fortune in quarters with a lot of spectators who, if you are age but I also lived to play sports outside. My profession, at times, offers me the eighteen or older, can make the crossing with the costumed re-enactors. Once that is ultimate game of, “Cowboys and Indians.” I actually get to dress up like Fess Parker and over, there is a lot of time to kill. We explain the history and show our run through the woods and fight Indians. A goods and explain what our cannon and game that, because of political correctness, muskets do but it isn’t very interactive. That our kids have little idea of but when I was a is to say that the public can’t touch most of boy, could only be played outside. This has been an amazing summer so far, what we offer, they just get the explanation. This year the public was introduced to very low heat or humidity and the opportugames from that era. The native re-enactors nity to be outdoors with friends and family set up different games in which the public has never been greater. It’s time to get outcould get involved in and were very easy to side and play a game. If you have seen me around, and my head reproduce. In other words, these folks could easily make, or might already have, is high and my nose is in the air it’s probably because I’m catching the scent of grass the materials at home to make the game. Two of my favorite games were the newly cut. It’s that smell that conjures the native lawn darts and the tug of war. The memories of summer football camp. It triglawn darts are very similar to what we have gers the urge to go out and toss around a today but were made by shoving a pointed football. To run and jump then bash headstick into one end of a corn cob and then long into an opponent and mash him into tying a few feathers to the other end. They the ground… Oh yeah, I’m fifty now. Well, are then thrown at grapevine wreaths place I can still go outside and play lawn darts… on the ground. If you stick it inside the Or horseshoes… Or bocce ball.
Just Playin’ Around
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PLACES TO GO . . .THINGS TO SEE. . . STUFF TO DO . . . AUGUST 1
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HEATHCARE PROVIDER WITH AED CLASS - Canonsburg Hospital during the following times:New Certification (8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.), $35 Recertification (8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.), $35 The class includes CPR for all ages, AED (automatic external defibrillator) training and relief of foreign body airway obstruction. Participants will receive a two-year certification after successful course completion. To register call 1-877-284-2000.
HEARTSAVER CPR - Canonsburg General Hospital will offer a HeartSaver CPR with AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Training class from 6 - 9 p.m., Tuesday, August 4 in the McNary Conference Center. Participants will receive a two year certification after successful course completion Registration fee is $25.00. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. To register, call toll free at 1-877-284-2000.
CLAY SHOOT - The Washington Hospital Foundation’s Sporting Clay Shoot is set for Friday, August 7, 10:30 a.m., at the Shooting Academy at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort. Funds from the shoot will support The Washington Hospital. Shooters of all skill levels are welcome. For more information, call (724) 2233722 or e-mail John Mercer at jmercer@washingtonhospital.org.
CLOTHING SALE AT WRIGHT’S UNITED METHODIST - The women’s group at Wright’s United Methodist church will be holding a gently used clothing sale Saturday August 1 from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The church is at 788 Venetia Road. For questions call Kathy Jo at 724-3485969. The proceeds go to our mission projects.
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AARP 55 ALIVE REFRESHER DRIVING COURSE - Monday, August 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ECC. The nation’s first and largest classroom driver improvement course specially designed for motorists age 50 and older now offers a refresher version. Some insurance companies offer discounts for course completion. All information is conveyed in a classroom setting in a one-day session. The cost is $12 per person for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call 724-258-1234.
WEEKLY CAR CRUISE - Foodland in Curry Hollow Shopping Center will be holding car cruises throughout the Summer on Wednesdays from 5 PM – 9 PM. Enjoy oldies music spun by DJ Steve, as well as refreshments, grilled food, 50/50 drawing, and free prizes! For questions or additional information, call Kenny Krall at 412-655-2699. AUGUST 6-9
MONONGAHELA’S AQUATORIUM ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - The former Monongahela Ford showroom on Fourth St. will serve as a Welcome Center and be open daily from noon to 7 p.m. all four days. Hundreds of pictures taken during the city’s Bicentennial celebration in 1969 and other memorabilia will be displayed. Food, music, reunions, vintage cars and more! Sponsored by the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call 724-258-5556.
FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS - provided from 8:45 to 10:00 a.m. 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. AUGUST 8
JEFFERSON HILLS COMMUNITY DAY The 37th Annual Jefferson Hills Community Day will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2009 at Andrew Reilly Memorial Park, located on Rt. 885 South. Enjoy live music throughout the day by local Jefferson Hills bands such as 24 Hour Taco Shop; Hollywood Boulevard; Acoustic Artisit Dave Lackner; and singer/songwriter Max Echard. The featured performance will be by Todd Jones & Southern Blue with special guest Prairie Fire. Participants in the Car & Bike Cruise should enter the park at 12:00 noon and park on the grass. For additional information or questions, please contact the Jefferson Hills Recreation Board at 412655-7760.
BACK TO SCHOOL GIVEAWAY AT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - First Baptist Church of Monongahela, 601 W. Main Street, will be holding a free back to school giveaway on Saturday, August 8 from10 a.m. – 12 p.m. If you are a family in need of school supplies (notebooks, folders, clothes, etc.) then stop our church parking lot on August 8 to pick up some supplies (first come, first serve). Free of charge. AUGUST 9
MONTHLY BRUNCH - Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526 located on Plum Street in Elizabeth will host it’s open to the public Brunch on August 9 from 10 am-2 pm. The Masonic monthly Brunch features a full buffet breakfast bar, coffee, tea, juice, beverages, and desserts. The all you can eat Buffet is $6 for adults, $4 for children, and free for tots 3 and under. Current military is half price with military ID. Take the elevator from the Plum Street entrance to the 3rd floor to enter the dining area. BETHEL PARK HERITAGE PLAYERS present Summer Theatre Revue on Sunday, August 9 at 7 p.m. at the Bethel Park Community Center. Scenes from plays, songs, and dancing from musicals. Tickets are $5. For more information, visit www.heritageplayers.org. AUGUST 10
OLDIES DANCE - Parents Without Partners is sponsoring an Oldies Dance on August 10 from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Royal Place Restaurant, 2660 Library Rd. Music from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s by D.J.
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PLACES TO GO . . .THINGS TO SEE. . . STUFF TO DO . . . Steve. Admission is $5 for PWP members and $7 for non-members. Cash bar, menu items available. For more information, call Barb at 412-835-2688. AUGUST 12
WEEKLY CAR CRUISE - Foodland in Curry Hollow Shopping Center will be holding car cruises throughout the Summer on Wednesdays from 5 PM – 9 PM. Enjoy oldies music spun by DJ Steve, as well as refreshments, grilled food, 50/50 drawing, and free prizes! For questions or additional information, call Kenny Krall at 412-655-2699. AUGUST 13
SAFE SITTER CLASS - 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the McNary Conference Center at Canonsburg General Hospital on Thursday, August 13. Safe Sitter is a medically oriented instruction series that teaches boys and girls, ages 11 to 13, how to handle emergencies when caring for young children. Babysitters learn basic lifesaving techniques, safety tips to prevent accidents, how and when to summon help, basic child care tips and age appropriate activities. The cost of the program is $40 and includes all class material and a Safe Sitter t-shirt. To register or for more information, call toll free 1-877-284-2000. ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP - will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. at Canonsburg General Hospital in the McNary Conference Center. The support group is sponsored by Consulate Retirement Village of North Strabane and is affiliated with the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. For more information, call 724-809-6679.
AUGUST 14 – 15
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PLEASANT HILLS COMMUNITY DAY - Bedford Falls brought us “It’s a Wonderful Life…” Our Pleasant Hills Community Day brings together a WONDERFUL Community! Mark your calendar now for Friday, August 14th and Saturday, August 15th! How about a WONDERFUL kick off to our Community Day weekend? Hop in your DeLorean and plan to join us on Friday night, August 14th for our Movie Night. We will be traveling back in time and hanging out with Marty & George McFly in the 1980’s classic Back to the Future (Part One). The event will be held in Mowry Park at dusk (approximately 8:45 pm). We know you will love to share this classic family movie with your family and your Pleasant Hills Community Family. Don your favorite Hawaiian shirt and get ready to be transported to the islands. Steel drums, bongos and a performer who looks and sounds exactly like Jimmy Buffet will be transforming Mowry Park into a tropical paradise at the Saturday night 7:30 pm performance at our Community Day. This year’s evening entertainment is Tom Watt – the Buffet Man Show!!!
SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI FAMILY PICNIC - Ready for some great summer fun? Stop by the Saint Francis family picnic from 1:00 pm until dusk on Sunday, August 16. Forget about Sunday dinner at home. Visit the country store, the craft shop and take a chance on one or two of the many specialty gift baskets that’ll be raffled off. There’ll be bingo, games of chance, and activities for kids of all ages with plenty of parking. Food and amusement ticket books can be purchased before and after masses (6:00 Saturday evenings, 8:00 and 11:00 Sunday) or at the picnic. We’ll see you at Saint Francis picnic grounds just off route 88 in Finleyville – everyone is welcome.
AUGUST 15
GOLF OUTING – Support the SPHS Basketball Team at their 5th Annual Golf Outing at Butler’s Golf Course, Elizabeth. 9 a.m. shotgun start. $85/golfer, includes buffet lunch, beverages, prizes. Call Pat Bigley at 412-831-1013 or e-mail pbigley1@comcast.net.
AUGUST 17
LADIES GOLF CLASSIC - The Washington Hospital Foundation’s 15th annual Ladies Golf Classic is
set for Monday, August 17 at Valley Brook Country Club. Proceeds from the event, which is planned by women for women, will benefit women’s health care at The Washington Hospital. The day will feature an 18-hole scramble ($225 per golfer), as well as an afternoon card club ($65 per player) for the non-golfers. The event will conclude with dinner and Chinese and silent auctions. Cost for dinner only is $50. For more information or to register, call The Washington Hospital Foundation at (724) 223-3875. AUGUST 18
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS Nurses from Canonsburg General Hospital will provide free blood pressure screenings from 8 to 10 a.m. The screenings will take place in the food court at Washington Crown Center. No appointment is necessary. For more information call the Community Relations Department at 724873-5835.
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PLACES TO GO . . .THINGS TO SEE. . . STUFF TO DO . . . FIRST AID COURSE - Canonsburg General Hospital will offer a Basic First Aid Course from 6 to 9 p.m. The course instructor will teach proper first aid procedures for breathing emergencies and the care and treatment of bleeding, heart attacks, shock, bleeding and wounds, poisoning, burns, bone fractures, frostbite and other medical emergencies. This basic first aid course offers a two-year certification through the American Heart Association. The fee is $25 and includes a first aid manual. Please call toll-free 1877-284-2000 to register for the program. AUGUST 19
WEEKLY CAR CRUISES - Foodland in Curry Hollow Shopping Center will be holding car cruises throughout the Summer on Wednesdays from 5 PM – 9 PM. Enjoy oldies music spun by DJ Steve, as well as refreshments, grilled food, 50/50 drawing, and free prizes! For questions or additional information, call Kenny Krall at 412-655-2699. AUGUST 22
THOMAS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH The community wide Thomas Summerfest on August 22nd will include a Pig Roast, Corn Boil, live music and games for all ages. Tickets may be purchased at the church. Thomas Church is at the intersection of Linden and Venetia Road. For more informatino, call 724-941-2009 or visit www.thomaschurch.org.
AUGUST 23
CAR SHOW - Union Roads U.M.C. will have a car show on August 23 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the Gastonville school parking lot. Registration fee is $5.00. Trophies awarded. Rain date August 30. AUGUST 26
WEEKLY CAR CRUISE - Foodland in Curry Hollow Shopping Center will be holding car cruises throughout the Summer on Wednesdays from 5 PM – 9 PM. Enjoy oldies music spun by DJ Steve, as well as refreshments, grilled food, 50/50 drawing, and free prizes! For questions or additional information, call Kenny Krall at 412-655-2699. AUGUST 27
AUXILIARY ICE CREAM SOCIAL Thursday, August 27 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., ECC. Chill out at the Auxiliary Ice Cream Social. The a la carte luncheon menu includes salads, sandwich and beverages and features a make your own sundae bar. Parking is free. Proceeds from the Social will be utilized to enhance services sponsored by the Auxiliary for patients and visitors at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724258-1167. AUGUST 27 – 28
RINGGOLD COMMUNITY GIRL SCOUT RECRUITING NIGHTS - Girls and adults of all ages are invited to the Ringgold Community Girl Scout recruiting nights to find out how you can get
started. Recruiting for the 2009/2010 Girl Scout year will take place on Thursday, August 27 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Gastonville Elementary Center cafeteria and on Friday, August 28th from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Monongahela Elementary Center Cafeteria. Moms, dads, grandparents and interested adults can become part of the Girl Scout family. Please consider contributing time to share your skills, talents, and interests, chaperone a field trip or be a troop leader. Please contact Jennifer Nedrich at 724-258-8242 or jned724@msn.com with questions. AUGUST 28
GRIEF AND LOSS SUPPORT DINNER Canonsburg General Hospital Chaplain Rev. Cathy Peternel will host a dinner for those who have suffered the loss of a loved one, 6 p.m., August 28, McNary Conference Center. The dinner is open to the public and the cost of the meal is $5.50. Reservations must be made by August 23 by calling 724-745-6100, ext. 4118. AUGUST 29
MUSEUM OF WESTERN EXPANSION – “GUNS OF THE WEST” - The Museum of Westward Expansion, located at 815 Venetia Road in the Enoch Wright House will host “Guns of the West” on Saturday, August 29th 2009. The doors open at 10:30 am and close at 6 pm. Enjoy a look back at the firearms, tools, and accoutrements carried by the settlers and frontiersmen who traveled from our area west during the 18th and early 19th century.
This event should appeal to those people who are interested in our frontier history, early firearms, and their associated tools. Travel through the Museum of Western Expansion and view the displays of arms and accoutrements. Talk with our costumed staff and feel free to ask any question that Hollywood or the History Channel has failed to answer. Food and beverages will be served throughout the day. The Museum is located at 815 Venetia Road, just west of Finleyville. Demonstrations - Flintlock Rifle; Flintlock Musket; Swivel Canon; Deck Gun; Tomahawk & War Club; Percussion Guns; Knife Throwing; Tomahawk Throwing and More. Admission: Adults $5.00; 13 and under $3.00. Peters Creek Historical Society Members FREE. For more information please call 724-348-9704. Raffle Tickets for the engraved colonial era powder horn are $5.00 at the door. Winner need not be present. AUGUST 30
TASTEFULLY SIMPLE OPEN HOUSE - A Tastefully Simple Open House will be held on Sunday, August 30 at the South Park Mobile Estates Community Room. Start time will be 1:00 PM. Attendees will be able to sample delicious items from the new Fall menu! And get a final chance to order the last of the Summer products. For questions or information, please call 724-348-4459.
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School Taxes Increased in Peters Township By J.R. Brower With little forewarning, the Peters Township School Board voted unanimously to increase school taxes at their June 29 meeting. The board wasted no time in passing the 3mill increase with no discussion by either board members or those in the audience. The new real estate tax rate of 92.5 took effect immediately and is reflected in school tax bills that were mailed July 1. Peters Township’s school tax rate was previously the lowest in Washington County, but it is now second lowest behind California Area School District at 91.07 mills. Daniel Solomon, Peters Township School District Business Manager, cited the poor state of the economy as a contributing factor for the tax increase. He said it was needed to cover the $46.8 million general fund budget for next year, an increase of 3.4 percent over last year. The last time the school district increased taxes was four years ago. Concerning the quick action by which the school board passed by tax hike, board members said that three public hearings were held by the finance committee to discuss the upcoming budget, but none of these were attended by the general public. The board, however, had not discussed the possibility of a tax rate increase in prior meetings when discussing the budget nor had they given any indication on the school district’s website. Officials say that each mill will bring in $300,000, totaling $900,000 to help meet the 2009-2010 general fund budget. Figured into the equation will be $123 for each property owner distributed to the school district from casino slots gaming revenue. Having a major effect on the district this year was lower real estate transfer taxes, down by almost 2 percent from last year. This was caused by new residential building being down about 70 percent from last year. As a result, the district was forced to use about $2 million from its reserve fund. Another major consideration by the board in raising taxes was upcoming statewide pension fund requirements, which are expected to increase significantly by 2012. A portion of the tax increase is expected to be allocated to the pension fund needs. It is also noteworthy that shortly after approving the tax increase, the board voted to increase the salaries of school administrators by 3 to 5 percent for a total of $85,800. The increases had been recommended by Peters Township School District Superintendent Dr. Nina Zetty.
Health Concern Golf Benefit Raises $155,000 for Indigent Care Fund Since its inception 24 years ago, Jefferson Regional Medical Center's annual Health Concern Golf Benefit has generated nearly $3.4 million to help patients who can't afford to pay for medical care. This year's golf outing, held at St. Clair and Valley Brook country clubs, raised a net total of $155,571, a slight increase over last year. "Due to the weakened economy, the Medical Center has seen a dramatic rise in the number of Dr. Derek Armfield (left), co-chairman, and James patients without health insurGraham (right), chairman of Jefferson Regional Medical ance," said James Graham, chairCenter's 24th Health Concern Golf Benefit, with man of Jefferson Regional Deborah Machi, director of the Medical Center's Foundation, host of the event. "All Foundation and member of the Golf Benefit Committee. of the proceeds from the golf outing benefit the Health Concern Program, our indigent care fund." The event attracted 266 golfers who took to the links at the two South Hills courses, and an additional 55 dinner guests. Attendees included Jefferson Regional board members, physicians, employees, vendors and community members. Supporting the golf benefit were hundreds of advertisers, tee sponsors and auction donors. A silent auction consisted of autographed sports memorabilia, jewelry, golf and entertainment packages.
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Levdansky Announces State Grant to Prevent Underage Drinking in Elizabeth-Forward School District The Elizabeth-Forward School District has been awarded a state grant to educate high school students about the dangers of underage drinking, state Rep. David Levdansky, DAllegheny/Washington, announced. Levdansky, who helped secure the $11,496 Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board grant, said the school district has experienced a significant number of teenage vehicular fatalities related to underage drinking in the past 10 years. "Underage drinking has a devastating impact on a student's education, safety and future," Levdansky said. "It's crucial that parents and educators send a strong message to high school students that it's not OK to drink before any addictive or deadly habits are developed." The grant will be used to increase alcohol awareness education for all high school students, pay overtime costs for increased police patrols during events where students are more prone to drink and drive, and remind parents and guardians of their responsibility to supervise their children where alcohol may be present. The school district will purchase an alcohol abuse prevention course, AlcoholEdu for High School, that incorporates prevention techniques and encourages students to make safer, healthier decisions. The program was created by Outside the Classroom Inc. and developed in cooperation with Mothers Against Drunk Driving. The increased police patrols will occur during the school's four home football games, the Christmas formal, the prom and graduation weekend. The Elizabeth-Forward School District's 44 square miles are served by three separate police departments: Elizabeth Township, Forward Township and Elizabeth Borough. Finally, the school district will create "Safe Homes," an initiative that calls for parents of high school students to make a non-legally binding pledge that there will be no underage use of alcohol, tobacco or drugs in their home and on their property. This list of "Safe Homes" will be publicized on the district Web site, in the local newspaper, and listed on football programs and literature relating to graduation, prom and the Christmas formal.
Dormont High School Planning 6th Annual Gathering All Dormont High School graduates and friends are invited to the 6th Annual Dormont High School Annual Gathering on Saturday, September 26, 2009. All classes are invited to this wonderful event which will be held at Castle Shannon Memorial Hall from 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Cost is $30 per person, and includes buffet/dinner and drinks. Reservations are required, and space is limited. (Sorry, no walk-ins). Deadline for reservations is September 13. For reservations, call Marjorie Black at 412-833-5967, or e-mail at klabk@verizon.net
Levdansky Hosts South Park Girl Scout Troop in Harrisburg
A South Park Girl Scout troop recently visited state Rep. David Levdansky, DAllegheny/Washington, in Harrisburg for a tour of the state Capitol and an overview of the legislative process in Pennsylvania. Girl Scout Troop 50179 learned about the history of the Capitol with Levdansky, and made a visit to the House floor. "The Girl Scout organization provides remarkable mentoring and educational opportunities for young ladies looking to succeed and meet new people," Levdansky said. "Through their troop experiences, these young ladies are developing leadership skills, strong values and a sense of empowerment. It was a pleasure to meet with them to explain my role in Harrisburg, the history of the General Assembly and encourage them to get involved in civic matters." Troop Leader Tammy Durham added, "The girls really enjoyed themselves and learning more about how their state enacts laws. We appreciate Representative Levdansky taking the time to show the girls around this beautiful building and explain the extensive history behind Pennsylvania's Capitol." Durham added that the troop went on to visit the Gettysburg battlefield later that day.
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Ringgold Board Settles On Facilities Plan No New Middle School For Several Years; Carroll School will be Converted to a New Elementary Center By Paul Chasko There were expectations that the Ringgold School Board would make the long-awaited decision on the location for a new Ringgold Middle School at their July 15 meeting. On completion of regular business, School Board President Denise Kuhn was looking for a motion to adjourn without the issue coming to a vote but board members Donald Bartoe and Christopher Carroll placed a motion on the floor to build the new middle school behind the high school building. This spurred a 90 minute closed executive session during which the board evidently reached a consensus on a facilities plan that must have been under consideration for some time. On rejoining the public portion of the meeting Bartoe and Carroll rescinded their original motion and the following plan came to motion and was approved 9-0: 1) All Middle School Students in the Ringgold School District will attend the Finley Middle School in Finleyville as planned in the fall of 2009 and will attend there until a new middle school is built. The decision on a site for the new middle school will be made at the end of the 2009/2010 school year. 2) An architectural/engineering firm will be contracted to prepare plans for the renovation and expansion of the existing Carroll Middle School into an upto-date elementary center. This renovation and expansion is expected to take about 2 1/2 years at a cost estimated to be about $14 million. The new facility will be designated as “Ringgold Elementary South.” The Gastonville Elementary Center will see some renovations and will be designated as “Ringgold Elementary North.” On completion of the “Ringgold Elementary South” building in Carroll Twp., the Donora Elementary Center and the Monongahela Elementary Center will be closed. Board President Denise Kuhn said she anticipated that the costs for the Carroll
renovation and expansion might come in at less than $14 million. She also said that “Ringgold is looking to have an elementary center that is conducive to elementary education and that the Carroll location is the perfect site for that.” On being questioned about an eventual closing of the Gastonville Elementary Center she said “closing GEC was not part of the plan.” Board member Christopher Carroll commented that, “Making this decision and then approving the closing of the Donora and Monongahela elementary centers starts the process of a long-term plan that will save taxpayers money.” The entire board seemed glad that the decision was made and the public now had some idea of the direction being taken by Ringgold. Comments from board members indicated that the poor economic outlook and budget cuts being made in Harrisburg influenced the board in their decision. They also wanted additional time to choose a middle school site. Board member William Stein asked how the board would be able to afford building a new middle school in light of state budget cuts and the increases in retirement costs that the district will need to pay – he fears there will be no end to tax increases. Now that the board has voted on, and made this decision public, future school board meetings will most likely involve questions from area taxpayers and parents, as well as continual discussions about the future middle school location. Some of the questions and comments overheard from residents following the decision were predictable: • Where is all the money going to come from? • How much more will it cost to bus the kids to the new elementary center? • What will they do with the old buildings? • How’s this going to affect my taxes? Sending all middle school students to Finley was to save operating costs at Carroll Middle School. Now instead there’s a $14 million renovation at Carroll.
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Area High School Reunion Notices South Park High School Class of '99 Reunion Members of the South Park High School Class of 1999 will hold a 10-year reunion on September 6 at Black Ashes grove in South Park. An E-vite invitation has been sent out to detail the event to all those e-mail addresses that were received throughout the past few months. RSVP is due no later than August 1. Since there is no pay at the door option, this deadline is very important. If there is anyone who has not received the E-vite invitation, send e-mail addresses to sphs99@gmail.com or contact the planning committee through the Myspace (sphs99) and Facebook (South Park Reunion-ninetynine) pages that have been created for the class reunion.
Baldwin High School Class of ‘64 Reunion The Baldwin High School class of 1964 will hold a reunion on October 9 and 10 at South Hills Country Club. Looking for missing classmates. For further information, call Carol Grundy Foster at 412-653-3313.
Pleasant Hills Community Day! “It’s a Wonderful Life in Pleasant Hills” Bedford Falls brought us “It’s a Wonderful Life…” Our Pleasant Hills Community Day brings together a WONDERFUL Community! Mark your calendar now for Friday, August 14th and Saturday, August 15th! The schedule of events is familiar; Parade, 5K Race and 2 Mile Walk, our all day festival with entertainment, great food, games, music, information vendors and more! And last but not least, we cap off the evening with a glorious fireworks display. But hold on to your hats – our Community Committee Volunteers are flying like Clarence the Angel and work-
ing overtime to pack this year’s annual event with WONDERFUL surprises and WONDERFUL entertainment. The only thing missing is YOU! How about a WONDERFUL kick off to our Community Day weekend? Hop in your DeLorean and plan to join us on Friday night, August 14th for our Movie Night. We will be traveling back in time and hanging out with Marty & George McFly in the 1980’s classic Back to the Future (Part One). The event will be held in Mowry Park at dusk (approximately 8:45 pm). We know you will love to share this classic family movie with your family and
your Pleasant Hills Community Family. Don your favorite Hawaiian shirt and get ready to be transported to the islands. Steel drums, bongos and a performer who looks and sounds exactly like Jimmy Buffet will be transforming Mowry Park into a tropical paradise at the Saturday night 7:30 pm performance at our Community Day. This year’s evening entertainment is Tom Watt – the Buffet Man Show!!! Don’t miss this once a year opportunity to join family friends and neighbors at Mowry Park for the Pleasant Hills Community Day. See you there!
South Hills Friends of the Montour Trail Meeting The South Hills Friends of the Montour Trail is a group of individuals interested in the maintenance, improvement and promotion of 10 miles of Montour Trail from Library (Milepost 36.3) to Clairton (Milepost 46.3). Regular meetings of the Friends group are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM at the Jefferson Hills Borough building. The August 2009 meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 12, and the September meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 9. The semi-annual Peters Creek stream cleanup is coming up in September (exact date not yet announced) and our friends and supporters are reminded that Penny Day is October 9. Individuals interested in the Montour Trail are encouraged to attend the monthly meetings or email through the Montour Trail web site www.montourtrail.org for additional information. Activities concerning the entire Montour Trail and links to the sites of other western Pennsylvania trails are also posted on the Montour Trail web site.
Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge in Elizabeth Hosts August Brunch Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526 located on Plum Street in Elizabeth will host it's open to the public Brunch on August 9 from 10 am-2 pm. The Masonic monthly Brunch features a full buffet breakfast bar, coffee, tea, juice, beverages, and desserts. The all you can eat Buffet is $6 for adults, $4 for children, and free for tots 3 and under. Current military is half price with military ID. Take the elevator from the Plum Street entrance to the 3rd floor to enter the dining area.
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West Elizabeth ‘House’ Brings Neighbors Together When Pastor Walt Pietschmann arrived at the Olivet Presbyterian Church, one of his goals was to bring new life to "The House," a home that was refurbished and is now a youth center. But, functions at The House came to a halt shortly after it opened due to inconsistent planning on how to achieve their mission, lack of volunteers and irregular hours. Pastor Walt is hoping more young adults in West Elizabeth will come forward and volunteer to lead the youth and help revitalize The House, stressing a strong need to reach out to the children in the area. Any adults interested in volunteering at the House are encouraged to contact Pastor Walt at 412-384-7160. Some of the options currently being considered are: • Life Skills for Teens • Guitar Lessons • Career Night • Karaoke Nights • Lessons in Computer Graphics Recently, Pastor Walt held a block party to meet the young adults in the area and to bring them out to meet each other.
The block party at The House created lots of laughs, smiles and dancing!
Pastor Walt Pietschmann and Steve Hallam hosted a block party at The House in West Elizabeth.
Some of the attendees at the block party gather for a group photo.
Brandon Hughes and Ben Petry challenge each other to a game of Fooseball.
What’s a block party without some hamburgers and hot dogs!
A DJ was on hand to play music and create a fun atmosphere for the attendees
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Nottingham Township Will Help Residents E-Cycle on August 29th
Annual Fishing Derby Held at The Monongahela Aquatorium
‘E-Cycling’ - Recycling Old Electronic Equipment
By Paul Chasko
By J.R. Brower All Washington County area residents with old unused electronic equipment in their homes should circle Saturday, August 29 on their calendars. That is the day for a special ECycling Collection at the Washington County Fairgrounds from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The collection site will be located at Building 1 by the John Henry House. The Nottingham Township Public Works Department is assisting in the effort by allowing its residents to drop off electronic equipment beforehand on the same day between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. at the Nottingham Township Municipal Building, 909 Sugar Run Road. The equipment will then be transported in trucks to the Fairgrounds collection site. Electronic equipment recycling generally falls into the categories listed below. Most of the items are e-cycled for free, with the exception of computer monitors and TVs. Some of these prices have been reduced from when the event was first publicized several months ago, according to David Rising of the Nottingham Recreation Board, which is promoting the event. • Computer towers, laptops and cell phones (FREE). • Printers, small copiers, fax machines, scanners, radios and related equipment, telephones, VCR and DVD players, car batteries, video game players and related items (FREE). • Computer LCD and CRT monitors ($5 each). • TVs ($1 per inch of screen size). • Household appliances and white goods (FREE). Please note that certified data destruction is included for all of the above. Nottingham residents with general questions on the township’s e-cycling effort are welcome to call 724-942-4993.
Girl Scouts Build-A-Bear Workshop Ends Successful Year
Amelia Witt gets some pointers on casting from Mingo Rod and Gun Club Member John Steele.
Noah Witt feels intense concentration will encourage the fish to bite.
What could be better than a warm summer morning and a bunch of kids fishing in the river with Moms and Dads? It could be better with a little help from the fish, that’s what. The annual Mon City Fishing Derby, sponsored by the Mingo Rod and Gun Club at the Monongahela Aquatorium on June 27, was into its third hour before the first fish was caught…. and that one wasn’t much to brag about. But you had to give credit for the kids who kept trying, and had a memorable experience. A heavy rain the previous day was blamed for the lack of fish during the morning. The fishing picked up in the afternoon and several nice fish were caught. Certainly enough fish to sort out the winners in three age categories. Ages 1 - 5 Alexis Davis won first prize catching a 13 1/2 inch bass Ages 6 - 10 Leo Icobangelo won first prize catching a 12 inch sheepshead Sam Icobangelo won 2nd prize bringing in a 7 1/2 inch bass Ages 11 - 15 Eric Gray won 1st prize with a 17 1/2 inch catfish. He also won the trophy for catching the most fish
Girl Scout Troop 54056 celebrates the end of their Daisy year at Build a Bear Workshop! The girls successfully completed earning their Daisy Petals and learned what being a Girl Scout was all about. They had lots of fun and look forward to becoming Brownies in the fall.
Girl Scout Troop 54056 - Pictured (left to right): Bottom row: Katey Powell, Abbey Powell, Jenna Sargent, Danika Evans, Anjolina Hrycko, Kylie Smith. Top row: Leah Sargent, Delaney Fox, Emma Eslep, Jessica Tomosky, Savannah Hindman, Paige Mihalik, Brooke Mihalik (Not pictured: Troop leader - Gina Fox; Assistant Troop Leader - Lauretta Mihalik; Assistant Troop Leader - Deb Evans; and Mikayla Mihalik, troop helper.)
The Mon City Fishing Derby trophy winners: Front (L to R) - Leo Icobangelo, Sam Icobangelo, Alexis Davis; Back - Eric Gray
Justine Kerestan, Jackie Jury, Cathy Carden and Regina Shuback took care of registration and information on the fish caught.(L to R)
Courtney and Dawn MacFarlane try their luck off the edge of the Aquatorium.
Ravyn Hennessy gets help from Dad and Sister Rhiannon.
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Make Trax Farms Your Gardening Destination Fall Gardening Presentation Trax Farms presents – “Fall Is For Planting, Dividing, Drying and Winterizing Your Garden” on Saturday, August 29th at 10 AM. Join Trax Farms plant experts Linda and Cheryl for this informative and educational presentation. Yes it is true, you can plant in the fall and reap the benefits in the spring. Fall is an ideal time to plant perennials, shrubs, trees and colorful spring-blooming bulbs. Fall is a great time to harvest and dry your herbs to create interesting and attractive arrangements. Don’t forget fall is also the time to divide plants and prepare your perennial beds and water gardens for winter. Join us to learn tips and techniques to achieve all of these goals and ensure success in the spring.
2009 Customer Garden Photo Contest Get out your camera and take some pictures of your beautiful gardens! (Limit 5 pictures per household.) Bring your 4x6 pictures to be displayed in our Customer Garden Picture Book. (Please no single specimen photos.) For every picture you enter you will get a chance to draw from our prize box. This box will be filled with coupons worth 10-50% off a single item, as well as FREE items. Your picture will then be judged at the end of August for special prizes. Please call or stop by for more details. 412-835-3246.
Outdoor Concerts in South Park The Summer Concert Series for the South Park Amphitheater is once again back for the summer. It will be presented at 7:30 p.m. and is free to the public. Take a lawn chair and enjoy the concerts during the summer evenings. The concerts for August are scheduled as follows: • August 7 – Foghat • August 14 – Samantha Crain • August 19 – Big Band Bash with Joe Campus – Ice Rink • August 21 – Joe Grushecky • August 28 – Movie in the Park For more information, call 412-8354810.
Healthy, Delicious Choices at Trax Farms August brings more just-picked fruits and vegetables from our fields to the produce department at Trax Farms. From tomatoes, peaches and cantaloupe to cucumbers, peppers, green beans and corn, these delicious healthy choices add low fat, vitamin and fiber rich foods to your diet. Everyone agrees on the importance of eating more fresh fruits & vegetables, but not enough people are following this advice. Dietary experts recommend that every person should eat at least five servings of fresh fruits & vegetables every day. Eating more fruits and vegetables is one of the easiest changes you can make to increase your level of health, lose weight and gain fitness. Many fresh fruits & vegetables have high amounts of antioxidants, including vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin C. They also provide essential dietary fiber. Fiber plays an important role in digestion and it is thought to have protective qualities against heart disease and some forms of cancer. No matter what your reason for following a healthy diet, we believe you will find that eating more fruits and vegetables is a delicious, as well as a nutritious way, to get the vitamins and minerals you need every day. Very simply Trax Farms is where you will find the freshest, best-tasting produce to help improve your health and fitness. There’s a lot to see and savor at Trax Farms.
Outdoor Summer Flea Markets Trax Farms will hold Outdoor Summer Flea Markets in the grass area at the end of our main parking lot. Park in your 10x20 space and sell right from your vehicle!! We Open Early To Beat The Heat! SATURDAYS ONLY – August 1st, 15th and 29th Cost is $10.00 a day (collected at 9:00am). NO PRE-BOOKING ALL SPACES ARE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE!!!!! Bring your own tables and chairs, change and change box, and clean up your area before you leave! It’s that simple! Come and shop early! You will find vendors selling antiques, gifts, collectibles, clothing, apparel, hobbies, food and much more. Whether you’re just browsing or ready to buy, there is something for everyone!! Free parking and free admission make this the perfect family outing. Come join the fun at Trax Farms Outdoor Summer Flea Markets!! MAKE TRAX!
Kids Farm Camp at Trax Farms Trax Farms, located on Rt. 88 between Finleyville and Library will hold “Kids Farm Camp” on Wednesday and Thursday, August 5 & 6, and 12 & 13. Camp will run from 11:00 am – 12:00 noon and be held in our air conditioned events room. $5.00 per class per child. Please sign up early, class size is limited!! The camp will have two age groups: Little Sprouts – ages 3 – 5, and Junior Gardeners – ages 6 – 9. The Kids Farm Camp topics will be as follows: • Wednesday, Aug 5 – “What type of plant is it?” • Thursday, Aug 6 – “Leaves are more then just green!” • Wednesday, Aug. 12 – “Flowers for fun and food!” • Thursday, Aug. 13 – “Time to dig in the dirt!” Join us for fun, information, stories and activities!!
Ringgold Community Girl Scout Recruiting Nights Girl Scouts discover the fun, friendship, and power of girls together, and you can be a part of it! Girls and adults of all ages are invited to the Ringgold Community Girl Scout recruiting nights to find out how you can get started. Recruiting for the 2009/2010 Girl Scout year will take place on Thursday, August 27 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Gastonville Elementary Center cafeteria and on Friday, August 28th from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Monongahela Elementary Center Cafeteria. Placement in a troop is not guaranteed and Girl Scouting cannot succeed without adult volunteers. Moms, dads, grandparents and interested adults can become part of the Girl Scout family. Please consider contributing time to share your skills, talents, and interests, chaperone a field trip or be a troop leader. Please contact Jennifer Nedrich at 724258-8242 or jned724@msn.com with questions.
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2009 Finleyville Community Day – September 12 Vendors – Call Now to Book Your Booth For Event! The 2009 Finleyville Community Day will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2009 from 10AM – 6PM. The days activities will include a Flea Market, Chinese Auction, Car Cruise, Pie Judging Contest, Children's Games, Sidewalk Sales, live music and plenty of delicious foods and drinks. The Community Day committee is still accepting vendors for this event. Anyone interested in reserving a vendor space should contact the following: Food Vendors - Ron (412) 401-2222 All other vendors (Business, Organizations, Crafts, etc) - Ellen Brawdy (724) 348-6178 Musicians/Singers (groups or individuals) - Melanie Vaccari melanievaccari@hotmail.com Pies for the Pie Contest are to be received by 12:00 noon in the community center. There will be two judging categories: Fruit and Cream. Please write your name on the bottom of the pie pan.
Tastefully Simple Open House August 30 A Tastefully Simple Open House will be held on Sunday, August 30 at the South Park Mobile Estates Community Room. Start time will be 1:00 PM. Attendees will be able to sample delicious items from the new Fall menu! And get a final chance to order the last of the Summer products. For questions or information, please call 724-348-4459.
Elks Donation to Help Beautify Trolley Line The South Hills Elks Lodge #2213 recently made a $500 donation to the Bethel Park Trolley Line Beautification Committee. The money will help refurbish the West Monroe Trolley Stop with new flower boxes, new flowers and general maintenance of the trolley stop. The money was made available by a grant from the National Elks Foundation. The donation was presented by Exalted Ruler of the South Hills Elks, James Komis and was received by Mayor Cliff Morton of Bethel Park.
(l-r) Mayor Cliff Morton and James Komis of the South Hills Elks
Saint Francis of Assisi Family Picnic – Sunday, August 16 Ready for some great summer fun? Stop by the Saint Francis family picnic from 1:00 pm until dusk on Sunday, August 16. Forget about Sunday dinner at home. There’ll be great food to suit everyone’s taste – chicken, kielbasa, hot dogs, barbequed lamb, sausage, kettle-cooked corn-on-the-cob, beverages and more. The afternoon will be filled with entertainment provided by local talent. Visit the country store, the craft shop and take a chance on one or two of the many specialty gift baskets that’ll be raffled off. There’ll be bingo, games of chance, and activities for kids of all ages with plenty of parking. Food and amusement ticket books can be purchased before and after masses (6:00 Saturday evenings, 8:00 and 11:00 Sunday) or at the picnic. We’ll see you at Saint Francis picnic grounds just off route 88 in Finleyville – everyone is welcome.
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Dance Masters Shines the Spotlight on Marlene Moore Local Dance Instructor Receives 50 Year Pin Marlene (Sutton) Moore was eight years old when she started dancing with Jane Vella Cicci at the Vella Dance Studio. By the age of eleven, Miss Jane recognized her abilities and began to use her as a demonstrator. Marlene also taught for Jane’s sister Louise at two of her studios. Marlene opened her first studio in 1954 in Clairton, PA. It was called Marlene’s Modern Dance Studio. She also opened studios in Elizabeth, Glassport, Floreffe and West Mifflin. After several years, all of the studios were consolidated into one studio in Elizabeth under the name Marlene Moore’s Dance Studio. In the 1950’s Marlene started a twirling group called the Modernettes with her longtime friend Ruby Daugherty. Although she retired from the Modernettes in the seventies, she continued to teach high school majorettes for many more years. Marlene joined Dance Masters of Pennsylvania in 1959 and has served on the board of DMP for over 30 years. She has been president twice, both 1990 – 1992 and again 2000 – 2002. She will be receiving her 50 year Marlene Moore as a dance membership pin at our National Convention instructor in 1956. held in Washington D.C this summer. After 54 years of teaching, Marlene continues to inspire her young students not only in dance, but in life lessons. We at Dance Masters are proud to have her as a 50 year member and are please to acknowledge her with the Spotlight Award.
Marlene Moore (right) with Diane Meredith. Diane is a teacher at Marlene’s Studio, and has been with Marlene since the age of 7
Marlene Moore (left) with her husband Joe and son Craig.
“Best Friends” - Marlene Moore (left) and Ruby Daugherty (right).
Front (L to R) – Sherry Vignoli-Parisi and Ruby Daugherty. Back (L to R) – Marlene Moore and Evelyn Sutton (Marlene’s sister)
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Hey Kids! – Grab a Community Day Coloring Contest Sheet All area kids ages kindergarten to 5th grade are encouraged to pick up a coloring page for the Finleyville Community Day Coloring Contest at one of the following locations: ∑• Finleyville Giant Eagle ∑• National City Bank ∑• Finleyville Post Office Complete the coloring page and bring it to Finleyville Community Day on Saturday September 12, 2009 and turn it in at the kids’ activity table, located behind the community center. Good luck to all!
Crafters/Vendors Wanted for Fall Harvest Show Seeking crafters/vendors for a Fall Harvest Show sponsored by Windover Hills UMC to be held at Broughton Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall on Saturday, September 26, 2009 from 10 am until 3 pm. Cost is $30 per 8 foot table. Please contact Michelle Gwynn at 412-655-3380 or Karen Hoover at 724-348-5047 for more information and an application.
Recent Local Death Notices Carney – Rev. William R., 80., of Bentleyville died Tuesday June 23. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela.
Margoni – Aldo, 104., of Monongahela died Sunday June 21. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
Dick – Dorothy (Bedell) Bendel, 91., of Jefferson Hills died Thursday June 18. Arrangements under direction of Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.
Neidermeyer – Roslyn A, 75., of Monongahela died Wednesday June 17. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela.
Doty – Arthur J, SR, 83., of Monongahela died Saturday July 11. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
Perry – Kathleen B, 70., of New Eagle died Wednesday July 1. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
DuCarme – Patricia, 72., of Greensburg, Formerly of the Mon Valley Area died Sunday June 28. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela.
Pesognelli – Mary Ann, 94., of Pittsburgh, Formerly of Monongahela died Saturday June 27. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela.
Fidanzato – Antonette “Nettie” 87., of Monongahela died Monday June 29. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Frauens – Thomas, 85., of Finleyville died Monday June 29. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela. Haines – Jane, 80., of Monongahela died Tuesday June 30. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Helwig – Ruth Irene, 98., of Finleyville died Friday June 26. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. Hodgson – Judith Lynn, 54., of Monongahela died Sunday July 5. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Isaac – Aaron “Reese”, 88., of Monongahela died Saturday June 13. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela. Luci – Mary, 80., of New Eagle died Friday June 5. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela.
Popp – Alex, 86., of Finleyville died Tuesday June 23. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela. Ramsey – Michael J, 7., of Charleroi died Sunday July 12. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Rice – Kenny P, 20., of Elrama died Monday June 8. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela. Stalmah – Catherine B, 89., of Finleyville died Saturday July 11. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. Tucker – Stephen A D.M.D, 44., of Monongahela (Carroll Twp) died Saturday June 20. Arrangements under direction of Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Wosilek – Ida E, 83., of Monongahela (Carroll Twp) died Monday June 1. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela. Young – Glenn, 54., of Pittsburgh died Sunday June 14. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home Inc. in Monongahela.
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The Manse Location: The Old Mingo Church Residents: Glenn and Susan McClelland In 1786 a church was built. It sat on a knob of a hill which faced the road that traveled from Gastonville to Parkinson Ferry. It was built of logs and had rough hewn benches made from the cast off limbs of the very trees that
made up the walls. It was a rectangular structure which had two additions, one for the traveling preacher and another for unmarried or bachelor men. This was common as these were the times of both the traveling minister and rangers who patrolled the frontier looking for Indian sign and other dangers. But, that was then and this is now. The old log church was taken down and in 1831 a new church was built. On the spot that was home to the old log church, a new structure was built for the Pastor of the church to live. The current Pastor of the church, Glenn McClelland lives there with his
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wife Susan and they responded to the Messenger’s request to call or e-mail if you have an old or interesting home. I met them on a very pleasant morning and was given the grand tour of, “The Manse”. The tour started with my introduction to the carving of the, “The Traveling Minister” which is a sculpture carved out of the very tree that the first settlers stood under and received services. I was told that the carving is now old and in need of care and is starting to decay and crack. Much as their old house was before the McClelland’s moved into the Manse. The brick Manse is the residence for the Pastor’s family and much like the traveling preacher of yesteryear different families have lived there. Now the McClelland’s have lived in our area for four years and they recognized that if this old house was not taken care of soon there might not be anyone living
there in the future. They and the members of the church began the task of cleaning up and repairing the Manse and no little of a job that was. The building is old and was covered on two sides by ivy. This may make a beautiful picture but ivy has a way of not just growing on a building but growing ‘into’ a building. The inside of the house has been tastefully cleaned and restored to its original look and is very neat and clean. This structure reminded me of a house that my family rented in the north hills back in the 70’s. This home may not be as old as some that I have reported on but considering the history of the location and the work done by the McClelland’s and the members of the Mingo Church, it’s one house that I’ll never forget and it’s a good reason to slow down and take a good look if your traveling Mingo Church Road.
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Generous Donations Help Monongahela Police K-9 Unit A K-9 program like the one recently added to the Monongahela Police Department can be expensive. That may be one of the reasons there were only three trained dogs working in Washington County – in Monongahela, Charleroi and Cecil Township. Two dogs were recently added to Washington County police forces, one in California and a second dog in Charleroi. “I am happy to say that Beny’s costs were totally based on donations from our community partners,” said Carroll Township Police Chief Paul Brand. A major portion of Officer Maraldo (left) of the City of those donations came from Monongahela Monongahela Police Department and ‘Beny’ Valley Hospital and from the Ringgold High meet with Louis J. Panza, Jr., president and School Rams Club. CEO of Monongahela Valley Hospital. “Our next effort involves securing donations for Beny’s ongoing care,” Crawley said. Maraldo added that even the bright red, specially-equipped K-9 police car was donated from Art Smith of Elizabeth Equipment Service. Louis J. Panza Jr., president and CEO of Monongahela Valley Hospital, feels that this is a great idea to better the community, as it supports the mission of the hospital and produces a unique way of working with our community partners to better our local community and keep our citizens safe. “It’s another way of giving back to the community, and we are happy to be a part of that,” Panza said. Maraldo added, “We greatly appreciate the hospital’s donation. We can’t say enough about how grateful and happy we are that the hospital and the Rams Club were willing to donate the funds for Beny’s purchase to us. We have worked with the hospital for years and have a great relationship with them, and we feel this is just one more step allowing us to continue to do so.” Beny is expected to serve the community for at least six years. Since these dogs are prone to injury due to high stress and physical demands of the job, they usually suffer more major medical problems as they age, and full-blooded dogs may inherently have various genetic issues. Donations help to "ease the burden of the food, shelter and veterinary costs incurred in maintaining a K-9 officer,” Maraldo said.
Attention Pie Bakers – And Pie Lovers! CrossRoads Church of Jefferson Hills is hosting a “Pie Party” on September 19th from 1:00 - 4:30 PM. There is no fee to attend the event or to enter the pie contest. Two awards will be handed out that day, the "Chef's Choice Award" and the "People's Choice Award." Rules for the event are simple. • Contestants can not use the recipe of a celebrity. • All pies must be home baked, not store bought or bought in a bakery. • Contestants must include an index card that lists all of the ingredients. This is important for the "People's Choice Award." People sampling the pie may have allergies to certain ingredients. There will also be entertainment for the event including a sketch artist, face painting and either a live band or DJ. Anyone wanting to participate can register on the church website: crossroadsofjeffersonhills.com or by calling CrossRoads at 412-384-9278.
18th Century Wedding at the Oliver Miller Homestead in South Park Art Farley of Bethel Park, Tom Noonan, Harold Samek of Bethel Park, Joe Palen of South Park, Dave Burke of Bethel Park, and Fred Bowman of Jefferson Hills represent the male guests at the wedding.
The Oliver Miller Homestead, located in South Park, recently held a reenactment of an 18th century frontier wedding. Complete with bride, groom, and guests, the ceremony was performed in the traditional frontier style.
Noel Moebs "marries" Max Hancsak and Sarah Olesky of South Park as they represent the actual Mary Miller and William Wallace who were married in 1787.
Harold and Ellen Samek of Bethel Park represented a widow as she marries her new husband in her shift.
The groom's family arrives from Cross Creek.
Mary Olesky, mother of the bride, and Barbara Powischill, mother of the groom demonstrate their emotions at the wedding ceremony.
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Summer Intern Presents New Website To The Jeferson Hills Council By Jim Caldwell
Council members Janice Cmar and Kathleen Reynolds were absent for the Jefferson Hills Borough general meeting July 13th. The former was on vacation; the latter, still recovering at home from surgery. Police Chief Martin Reagan from the staff was also on vacation. The evening’s agenda comprised standard business of approving minutes of past meetings, monthly bills and payments for various work projects completed in the Borough by outside contractors. Of note was the motion to reject all alternative bids received for SHACOG CD year 35 Jefferson Hills Demolition Project of phase four and the awarding of said contract to R and B Contracting and Excavation out of West Homestead, PA. The amount was $11,400.00.
There were other non-contested motions passed such as: • The 2009 on-site flu shot for the public and the Borough again paying the cost of $26.00 per each Borough and library employee. • Advertising bids for replacement of the atrium glass at the Municipal Center. • Execution of a Municipal Boundary Resolution Agreement concerning the boundary line with South Park Township with the final approval of the Borough Solicitor. Enlivening the little more than one-hour meeting was a PowerPoint presentation by the summer college intern, Aaron Laurer, on two major projects assigned to his time: • Revamping of the Personnel Manual for the Borough • Re-creating a new website with much more relevant information for the residents.
The new website Home Page has four headings for sub sections: (a) Government, (b) Living Here, (c) Doing Business and (d) About Us, along with many new features such as pages on the Code of Ordinances for the Borough, Online forms, the Borough Calendar and Tax Information. Aaron spent his time efficiently studying many manuals and web sites for various municipalities, both local and around the state. He easily won the praise and adulation from all the Council Members as well as his supervisor, Doug Arndt, the Borough Manager. One final note was the unanimous vote of those present for two new hires: Allen Cohen as the Planning/Zoning Officer and Renee Salvi as the Building Code Official/Code Enforcement Officer. Having both positions as Borough personnel will save money in the end rather than using the services of third parties.
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For the fifth time in 17 months, New Eagle Council failed to muster the required quorum to conduct official business. For that reason, meetings had to be rescheduled in March, June, and July of 2008, and May and July of 2009. The July 2009 meeting was scheduled for the 7th, but had to be postponed until the 13th. Scott Honsaker and Ken Robison missed both dates. Jack Fine and Marty Hancock were present for both dates. Rona Berdar missed the first meeting due to vacation, but was available for the second meeting. At what became the unofficial gathering on July 7, Graham Taylor tendered his resignation from the Zoning Board. At the official, rescheduled meeting on
July 13, three neighbors of an abandoned property at 462 Maderia Street complained about the house’s boarded-up, derelict condition, and asked Council to demolish it. Council President Jack Fine replied that the Borough has been pursuing that action, but has met with problems. The property has been passed through a series of mortgage holders, and the absentee owner, Julie Searle, is difficult to contact, since she lives in Virginia. Nevertheless, Council promised to be diligent in following the proper legal steps to get rid of the structure. Meanwhile, one of these neighbors offered to donate his labor to cut the grass if New Eagle Borough would just pay for or provide the gas for his mower; Council agreed to do so.
Washington County has asked for support in getting the next US Census taken; therefore, New Eagle is seeking volunteers to help encourage its’ residents to comply with the Census by working on a newsletter, stuffing envelopes, distributing flyers, etc. Volunteers will be needed until the required completion date of the Census on April 1, 2010. Russ Moskal had been tentatively hired as a part-time, summer employee, but due to complications, Brett Boyd will fill that position instead. Pro-tech Asphalt Maintenance Inc., of New Castle PA, has been selected as the low bidder for a paving project on 4th Avenue, at a price of $10,512.50. It was reported that 200’ of storm sewer pipe was laid on Hawthorne Street today.
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Nottingham Supervisors Discuss How to Address Roadside Shrines By J.R. Brower A larger than usual turnout at the Nottingham Board of Supervisors on July 20 participated in discussions on some concerns of several residents that have been brought to the attention of local officials recently. Opening the public comment portion of the meeting was Catherine Lopart of Sugar Run Road. Lopart’s property is adjacent to the site of a car accident that occurred in the spring taking the life of a young female resident. Since that time, people who knew the young lady have adorned the roadside with mementoes to commemorate her passing. Lopart expressed her feelings with deep emotion as she tried to explain to the Board that while she feels sympathy for the family of the girl, several months has gone by since the accident, and she felt that it was time to remove the mementoes from her property. She said it was difficult for her, because she did not know what to do with the items. A neighbor offered to have the items placed on her property, so Lopart moved the items there around July 15. That weekend Lopart’s white fence along Sugar Run Road was vandalized, which she reported to the State Police. Another of Lopart’s neighbor’s, Bonnie Levine, questioned how long these memorials have to be there. She said that, personally, she does not want to be reminded of it every time she goes out of her driveway. “There is a memorial on Valley View Road that has been there about five years. Why does this have to go on and on?” questioned Levine. She feels that when Lopart moved the memorial near her house, it was possibly upsetting to some of the girl’s acquaintances rather than her immediate family. Board Chairman Raymond Barley said that presently, “the only thing that we would have control over is what is in the township right away.” He agreed that Lopart was put in a difficult situation and said that the Board would be willing to work on an ordinance that would put some type of timeline on the roadside memorials and make some stipulations for those placed on private property. In another matter, resident Skip Zelch addressed ongoing issues with the old vacant Nottingham Country Club property located off Patterson Road near to where he lives. Zelch said that the property has become a haven for drinking, drugs, drag racing and target shooting. Recently he found shell casings for semi-
automatic assault weapons on the country club property. He stressed the dangers associated with the gunfire by telling how he removed a bullet from his chimney. Zelch has been in communication with County Commissioner Bracken Burns about the problems at the vacant country club property, and the County Sheriff’s office has been patrolling the area recently, which has resulted in reduced nighttime activity at the site. Also mentioned by Zelch were health and safety issues related to deteriorating structures and the old swimming pool, which was never drained and has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Supervisor Douglas King said that he has addressed those issues with the property’s owner, Jules Troiani, who has promised to bulldoze the structures into the swimming pool and cover it. Summing up the situation at the abandoned country club, Zelch said, “It’s a problem. If we don’t stay on it, it will keep going.” In other business, addressing the Board was Jason Theakston from the Washington County Planning Commission, who gave information on Greenstar Recycling’s proposal to develop a recycling drop-off site at the Nottingham Township Municipal Building, which could serve residents of both the township and region. Theakston said that the county has applied for a U.S. Department of Energy grant for the project. He is seeking $56,000 in grant money, and he estimated that the cost of a compactor and hopper to be about $25,000. Board members agreed that there has been a lot of interest among residents who want to recycle. “Nottingham would be a good central location for the drop-off site. It would be beneficial to the township and the region,” said Theakston. He said that the site would be a self-serve type facility and would require little manpower to operate. It would be automated in the sense that when the recycling bin was full, an online system would notify Greenstar to come and pick up the recyclables to take to their single-stream processing center on Neville Island. “It’s something we should look at,” said Barley. “If they only picked up the recyclables every few months, that is a step in the right direction. Our population does not support curbside recycling now, but this will work until it does.” The Board voted 3-0 on a resolution to continue discussions with the Washington County Planning Commission to develop the curbside recycling site.
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Union Township Not Immune From Economic Swings Income Drop Being Watched By Paul Chasko
Supervisor Cheplic was absent from the July 13 regularly scheduled Union Township (UT) board meeting as was the UT Engineer. Departmental reports submitted prior to the meeting were reviewed and accepted. The solicitor’s report was given in a closed executive session. The economic downswing was briefly discussed at the board meeting. UT, along with most other communities, is keeping an eye on income. While there is no need for alarm, the UT board has noted a drop in Earned Income Tax collections compared to last year. It is exactly this kind of scenario that prompted the UT auditors to insist that the Twp. maintain a reserve outside of the general fund which they’ve managed to do over the past several years. It’s a bit too early to see if the board may need to dip into its reserve funds – and it’s ok if it does. That’s exactly why it’s there. The first part of this meeting was a public hearing on the request for a resolution for Kendra’s Country Patio on Route 88 to acquire a liquor license (#12668) released by a tavern in Donora. The license will be to serve alcoholic beverages with meals.
No serious objections were raised by the public in attendance and a motion was made to pass the resolution. The Zoning Enforcement Officer reviewed the status of abandoned homes in the Twp. and asked for clarification on the wording of the ordinance governing removal of abandoned vehicles. This prompted a suggestion for revision of the ordinance. The solicitor offered to provide copies of a working ordinance used by other communities. A motion was passed to that effect. The result of a short executive session at the beginning of the meeting was a motion to return the Marflak property to the zoning classification it had in 1998. In other regular business: • Payrolls 12, 13 and 14 were approved for a total of $26, 463.51 and general fund bill payments in the amount of $44,319.85 were approved for payment. • In public comment, Mr. Paul Owens questioned whether UT had access to grant funds for the disposal of hazardous materials. UT uses the operation in place by Washington County.
• Minutes were reviewed and approved for meetings held June 8 and June 17. • A software acquisition to assist in updating and maintaining zoning records was discussed. Chairman Parish suggested a workshop on July 27 to review the merits of the software and several other items. • The Road Foreman was authorized to get quotes to replace bed hinges on the 1995 truck. • Catch basin on Hazel and Norman needs to be cleaned. • DEP is out for bids on Elrama repaving project – their funds – they solicit bids. • Motions were approved for payment of outstanding bills for the Elrama sewage project including engineering, attorney, interest on loans and contractors for a total of $214,035.68. • Installation of security upgrades at the recreation park. • Approving engineering and inspections for repaving work in Elrama not to exceed $17,600. • Jefferson Hills Sanitary Authority is still working on the tap-in agreement. • A tentative date of July 21 was set for the Zoning/Hearing Board continuation hearing on the Trax rezoning. • Resolution to approve the UT Emergency Mgt. Plan. • Set up a committee to support the 2010 complete census count of UT and Washington County. • Approving use of the Recreation Park for fall soccer. • Resolution adopting Hobbit Lane into the Twp. road system. • Approved adoption of the water shutoff agreement with PAWC • Resolution approving a sewer line extension for the new St Francis Church. A letter to the editor in the July issue of the Union-Finley Messenger that was sub-
mitted by Mary Jane Gieche came under discussion at the July 13 UT Board meeting. The board wanted to clarify and address some of the topics referenced in her letter: • The UT Board really has little to do with the maintenance of the www.uniontwp.com website. Mr. Andrew Tullai maintains the website donating his own time and talents to bring public information to the residents of Union Township via electronic media without any reimbursement from UT. There is a note on the home page of the web site explaining this. He updates the site when there are significant changes or additions available as part of the public record. He does this as a public service until the UT Board sees fit to add costs for the creation and maintenance of an official UT website to the budget. • There is a gate across the entrance to the lower section of the UT Recreation Center to prevent entry of off-road vehicles and to curb vandalism. Parking is always available at the lot adjacent to Brownsville Rd. and residents can walk the driveway into the park and playground when the vehicle gate is closed. • Without the breakup of Houston Run Road (which is now a state maintained road) the costs for the Route 43 Expressway would have increased significantly. A good portion of that cost savings was fed back into UT by improvements in Patterson Road (approximately $2 million). The Board states that it made the best deal it could with the PA Turnpike Commission without fighting a legal battle they would have lost anyway. Yes, there will be isolated pockets of UT without public water and sewage service until additional funding is found for these improvements.
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Monongahela Council Settles Website Lawsuit By Ken Askew
Monongahela City Council opened its’ July 8, 2009 monthly meeting with an announcement by Attorney Stone that the lawsuit regarding ownership rights of the domain name for the City’s website has finally been settled--after many months of litigation. Council voted to authorize Mayor Bob Kepics to sign the agreement, and he did just that as everyone witnessed. Wes Rippel, owner of The Bar (located on Main Street) inquired about a letter he received from the City of Monongahela in opposition to a banner he had displayed at his business. Mr. Rippel explained that he hung the banner because the front of his building has no windows in which to place signs. Council responded that the ordinance cited was in the process of being revised, so no further action is necessary of Mr. Rippel at this time. Mathew Blasick asked about a survey that had been done of his property at 806 Maple Avenue, as it relates to a new subdivision in the process of approval (referring to the Blasick subdivision, which was approved later in the meeting). The issue was whether or not his shed was considered to be free-standing. Council will investigate the facts of the issue. In other business: • Council accepted the resignation of Chuck Hodgson (due to health reasons) on the Library Board, and replaced him with Angela Tunon. • Receipt of the $400K grant for the Aquatorium refurbishment is overdue, as it was scheduled for June 30. A third grant application relative to the Aquatorium is being prepared, to provide short-term boat docking at the facility. • Several concrete commemorative pavers were on display, which will be placed in Chess Park. The public is invited to purchase such pavers. • Solicitor Bassi reported that negotiations for a new cable TV contract were initiated last week, and questionnaires were distributed. • An offer has been received for the purchase of an old hotel on Main Street. Repairs are estimated to cost several $100 thousands, so the capability of the prospective buyer to finance the project is being reviewed. This month’s property beautification award went to the residents at 522 4th Street.
Finleyville Focuses on Renovation Projects Donated Townhall Clock to Be Installed By Paul Chasko
Work on the Finleyville Borough Building renovation is still underway. Cost estimates are being solicited that will provide the basis for the solicitation of formal bids for materials and labor in the fall when the grant funds for the project will be released. A townhall clock is being donated in memory of Robert P. and Elizabeth (Honey) Van Voorhis that will be mounted in front of the Borough Building at the corner of Washington Avenue and Extension Street. All who use the Finleyville Community Center will be surprised to see that the parking lot has doubled in size. The material milled off the roads during the last repaving was saved and has been spread and compacted to extend the existing parking area. In addition, drain lines for the removal of surface water were repaired and replaced where necessary. Mr. Carl Kelley and Darin Millington of Millington Excavating donated time and equipment to see this project completed. The Mayor, Borough Council and Community Center Board extend their thanks. The Finleyville/Nottingham Comprehensive Plan is in the final stages of preparation. The final version of the document is being prepared incorporating all changes agreed to in the review process that is now completed. The Monongahela Police Department noted that the “stop sign warnings” painted on the road surface on Washington Avenue seem to be helping alert drivers to the new stop signs. Fewer traffic citations have been issued. The Mayor and Borough Council again reminded residents that, as a matter of community pride, they should be cleaning sidewalks, taking care of grass and removing old vehicles and equipment.
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Peters Township Council Seeks Fairness in Assessing Residents for Street Paving By J.R. Brower
A petition to accept a portion of Mt. Blaine Drive into the township road system was discussed at the July 13 meeting of the Peters Township Council. Three of the five homeowners on the street have requested improvements including paving so that the portion of Mt. Blaine Drive from Nevin Drive to Old Oak Road can meet the requirements to become a township roadway. Two of the homeowners have not signed the petition contending that the improvements will not benefit them, since their driveways do not have direct access to portions that will be improved. Jean Robinson of 106 Mt. Blaine Drive spoke at the meeting alongside her husband Jerry saying, “We feel that we should not have to pay for something that we would not use.” They would not drive on the improved section except in an emergency, she said. The Robinsons, who have lived on the street for 22 years, did acknowledge that they would be willing to pay something towards the improvement effort, but they did not feel that it was fair
for them to have to pay the estimated amount of $9,357, split five ways to have the street paved. The township has received six bids for the paving projects, the lowest being $48,785 from Morgan Excavating. After the paving project is complete according to township specifications, the street would be formally accepting into the township road system and would be eligible to receive regular maintenance. Council Chairman James Berquist said, “We should definitely do the project. I feel that we should go back to the three signed homeowners to see if they would be willing to accept a higher assessment. Let’s take a run for a more equitable way.” He said that it did not seem fair for the two residents who would not directly benefit from the improvements to have to pay the same amount. Township Manager Michael Silvestri agreed to discuss the situation with the three signed residents of Mt. Blaine Drive. The matter was then tabled. In new business, Council heard from Miller’s Ace Hardware owner Chip Gold, who requested a special permit to display
and store materials in the parking lot of his store at 4275 Washington Road. He said his plan is to use 13 parking spaces on the right side of the store for the project, which will also include a farmer’s market stand. Gold says that the produce stand will be an effort to attract customers to an expanded plant and nursery business in the outside area behind it. After considerable discussion, Council approved the request granting a six-week permit for the storage and display area. The permit could be extended four times within a year. Councilman David Ball, although voting for approval, was concerned about the matter of encroachment in granting such permits and the need to redefine current regulations. “The Planning Commission needs to look at future development,” he said. In another matter, it was announced that Peters Township has been awarded a performance grant of $57,000 by the state Department of Environmental Protection to help develop a recycling program. In other new business, Council: • Approved a lot line shift on two adjoining parcels in the Old Trail Plan for Theodore Taylor and Robert Camp. • Approved special permits for tents at The Cob Collection, 504 Valley Brook Road, and the Pittsburgh Youth Ballet, St. Petersburg Center. • Accepted and approved a low bid of $31,912 to Republic ITS to install emergency preemption devices on traffic signals at four intersections on Route 19. • Authorized traffic services consultant Trans Associates to develop a plan for traffic flow improvement at the
Gateshead/Hidden Valley and Waterdam Roads intersections with Route 19. The township staff feels that restriping the roadways to create additional lane space may alleviate some of the traffic problems at both intersections. Since the work would involve state roadways, PennDot would have to give approval. The cost of the projects is estimated to be $1,500. • Appointed two representatives to the Washington County Tax Collection Committee. New state regulations will, in the near future, require countywide tax collection systems rather than separate ones for each municipality and school district. Representatives from municipalities and school districts must be appointed to participate in the process. Council approved a resolution to appoint Assistant Township Manager Paul Lauer as the delegate and Township Manager Michael Silvestri as the alternate delegate. • Formally accepted the 2008 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report audit as prepared by the independent certified public accounting firm of Hosack, Specht, Muetzel and Wood with the help of township management. The report complies with the Government Accounting and Standards Board and has a multi-year statistical section for financial information. Council members David Ball and Michael McCaig commended Silvestri and Lauer for their excellent work on the audit project. “These records are exemplary,” said Ball. “We, in Peters Township, are very lucky to have such fine leadership.”
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West Elizabeth Council Questions Police Department Procedures By Charlotte Hopkins
As July's meeting of the West Elizabeth Borough Council began, members reviewed the minutes from July as well as the bills. Councilman Steve Hallam noticed that they were paying $84 to Verizon and $60 to Comcast, for the Internet and telephone services. He stated that if they combined the services into a "bundle plan" they could save money. They agreed to price check what Verizon and Comcast offer. Hallam stated that if it could save the council money then it should be looked into. Council also acknowledged that they received three bids for the work needed to be done to the second street storm basin. Council said they would review the bids at a later time. Hallam questioned Elizabeth Borough Police Officer Adams, who was attending the meeting on behalf of the department, on the proper procedure of the police when they are given an "anonymous tip." Adams stated that it depends on the situation or what the tip pertains to. Hallam went on to say that in June the police were given an anonymous tip that two men with arrest warrants were hiding at a house in West Elizabeth. Police officers from Clairton, Jefferson and Elizabeth Borough responded to the tip and surrounded the house. However, the officers apparently refused to explain to the woman at the house why they were there or why they wanted to search her residence. The woman had a daughter who was frightened by the police so she had her daughter sit in the car during the officer's search of their home. None of the officers asked for the woman’s name or verified the address before the search. As it turned out, the police were, in fact, at the wrong address.
Hallam believes the call wasn't handled appropriately and the police could have done things better. Again, Hallam asked Adams what the proper protocol would be for a call of this nature. Officer Adams explained that every call is acted upon in accordance with the discretion of the officer in charge of the response. Adams said he could not speak on behalf of those officers because he did not know the situation connected with the suspects they were searching for or the information behind the tip they were given. He did explain that the officers may have been hesitant to give the resident too much information at the beginning of the search out of fear that if the suspects were there that someone may tip them off of their arrival. In other borough news: • A resident who spoke at the meeting said the recent statement that “no work had been previously done on the memorial” was a mistake. He said that in 2003 the names of the area's Gulf War Veterans were added to the memorial. The veterans names added that day were: Marc Barna; Robert Drum and Rebel Quel. The resident said he headed the committee that was responsible for the updates and they are organizing once more to make additional changes to the memorial. One of their fundraisers includes memorial bricks that the public can purchase. These will consist of either granite slabs or blocks with names etched in them. Residents can purchase a memorial brick to honor a loved one. Prices for these bricks will be determined at a later date. Several designs have been submitted for his review, which he describes as a combination of "very dated" and "stunning."
• Council members were upset that some people had used the baseball field without requiring permission beforehand. Tim's Corner Bar signed a contract and paid the borough for their future use of the field, so they want others who use the field to be required to do the same. Council was informed that Elizabeth Borough firefighters were using the field every Monday. At the time of the meeting several council members were upset that those same firefighters were using the field to play another game. There was a dispute over whether or not West Elizabeth and Glassport firefighters were also part of the game. A few of the council members wanted Officer Adams to go to the field and stop the game. Council President Louise Biddle stressed that they want to be good neighbors with the Elizabeth Borough Firefighters but that West Elizabeth pays a high fee for the upkeep of that field. This is why businesses like, Tim's Corner Bar are required to sign a contract and pay a fee. • Repairs that need to be done in the community include a pothole on Grant Street and a broken post near the Seventh Street park. The broken post consists of approximately three feet of jagged metal sticking out of the ground. • Bill Wolfgang informed council that he inspected the complaint of the sewer smell previously made by residents. He explained that the manhole was on pegs approximately three inches high. They simply flipped the lid over and the smell decreased. He also spoke with the property owner about the overgrown weeds and they did cut them down. He inspected the work to
assure that it was done. • Wolfgang also stressed the need for more speed limit signs on First Street. There seems to be a persistent problem with speeding drivers on that road. • In June when a thunderstorm swept though the area bringing on tornado warnings a Weather Emergency Center was established for residents. This was in the event of possible disastrous situations from the storm. • Wolfgang stated that he and Elizabeth Borough's Officer-in-Charge Snelson would like to suggest that West Elizabeth's town council establish an inner department agreement with Elizabeth Borough's town council. In this agreement they concede to allow Elizabeth's town council to use the West Elizabeth Borough building to hold their meetings. In return West Elizabeth will be allowed to use their borough building for meetings. This will only be done in emergency situations. Council President Biddle said she would be more than willing to consider such an agreement to work with the neighboring community. • During the month of June, Elizabeth Borough police answered 42 calls. They handed out 11 traffic citations and 6 non-traffic. • The urgency of town council to make a decision on whether or not they will move forward to work with the Army Corps of Engineers was once again expressed. The DEP agreed to pay their half of the costs when West Elizabeth pays their share. They will start taking bids on the work in the fall. • Absent from the meeting were Frank Magill, Darryl Celestino and John Harsmanka
South Park Board of Supervisors Honors Local Athlete By Andrea Earnest
The South Park Township Board of Supervisors honored Nikki Doria as Outstanding Athlete with a Presentation of Proclamation at the July 13 meeting. Doria has also been honored by the The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and The Tribune Review. She has recently graduated with honors. Supervisor Smith commented that Ms. Doria is a “credit to yourself, your parents, teammates, school and township” and an “asset to the community.” Ann Hoge, a resident at 6900 Hilldale Drive, presented a report on the results of a street parking survey. She and others contacted 37 homes, presenting a survey to them. They offered to discuss any questions
that the homeowners had, reminding them that they are local residents and were not there in an official township capacity. They would like street parking banned on the entire length of Hilldale Drive. Out of 37 homes contacted, there were 23 yes votes, four verbal no votes, four signed no votes, and four signed undecided votes. They were unable to get responses from five residents who were not home or refused to participate or were unconcerned. Mrs. Hogue presented the results of the survey to the Board of Supervisors, and Chairman Walter Sackinsky thanked them for their diligent work, which the Board would review and contact Mrs. Hoge. The Board then approved a numbers of actions on minutes, invoices, and bids.
Among these were: • The sale on a 1991 International Dump Truck in the amount of $6,800. • Action to authorize amending Chapter 107 of the Code of the Township of South Park concerning water consumption to be discussed further at the August 10 meeting. • Action to ratify Police Pension Plan fund recommendations. • Two actions concerning the new Evans Park Soccer Field. The Board also approved training requestfor: • Jordanna Lehman in the amount of $299 on Managing and Supervising People. • Sgt. Sean Costa in the amount of $6.00, a Taser Certification Course.
• Sgt. Shannon Henrich in the amount of $150 in Advanced Police Handgun Skills. • Chief of Police Joseph F. Ferrelli reported that in June there were 644 service calls, 23 arrests, 69 traffic citations, eight parking citations, 88 warnings, four reportable accidents, twelve nonreportable accidents, 72 emergency calls, fifteen fire calls, and six deer calls. • Supervisor David Buchewicz said that the Historical Society of South Park would be presented with the deed to the Freight Station at 6424 Pleasant Street at 9 A.M. on Tuesday, July 14, 2009. The full minutes of the meeting are available in the South Park Township Office.
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Elizabeth Borough Council Swears in Treasurer; Approves New Police Officer By Alice Harris Elizabeth Borough Secretary Robin Stockton was sworn in as Borough Treasurer position by Solicitor Pat McGrail at the June 23 meeting of Elizabeth Borough Council. She replaces Bob Warner who resigned early in 2009. Also, William Fusko was approved as a new Elizabeth Borough Police Officer with probationary status. In other business: • The J&L Building on 2nd Street will be demolished in 30-40 days. The contractor will post bond in event of damage to neighboring properties. • Guest Bob Warner questioned about conflict of interest of persons employed by the Borough who also seek public office. He was advised that in a town of a population under 3,500, multiple public positions are permitted. Mr. Warner also restated his previous complaint of February 2009 concerning vehicles illegally parked on Borough curbs and sidewalks, and that the problem has not changed. • A discussion of options for housing prisoners held in the Borough will be addressed at a Public Safety meeting on July 6. The Borough currently has no facility for holding prisoners. The purchase of a bench will be addressed. • Riverfront Park Phase 1 Development, the Maple Ave. retaining wall, the 118 Third Street Demolition, the Fresh Paint and Concrete Program and Neighborhood Preservation were approved. • Fire Chief Chad Rager stated the Elizabeth Borough Fire Department begins 188 hours of certification on July 14 that will be available for other Departments to attend, also. • Robin Miller, Public Safety, requested
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Community Service juveniles to help with clean up in the Borough. Chad Rager, Public Works, stated the Borough needs a new place to store winter salt. A tree is growing out of a sidewalk on Center Ave. that needs addressed. A sinkhole on Patterson Ave. requires a contractor. An estimate will be asked for repairs. Allegheny Together website http://www.towncenter.info/downtown/allegheny_together/index.aspx has lots of good information on Elizabeth. The next deadline for facade grant applications is 09-25-09. Playground equipment for Duke Park has been ordered. The annual lease of the Waterworks Building to Eric Kettering for $250.00/ month with a termination of 60 days notice that expired on 6/30 was approved for another year. A current certificate of insurance will be checked. He will also be asked to remove an abandoned vehicle. The first meeting for Earned Income Tax Consultation that includes 5 municipalities will be held 11-15-09. A representative will be appointed to attend. The hiring of a Zoning Officer at a negotiable hourly fee will be advertised. A motion to terminate the unexpired terms of the current Zoning Board members was approved. A motion to advertise for 3 new Zoning Board members and 1 alternate was approved. Applicants must be residents of the Borough. A meeting was scheduled by Magistrate Beth Mills for June 29 at 10 am for all the municipalities in her District. The meeting will address joint issues that affect them all.
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Checkers Boutique Hops Locations Formalwear Store Moves from Peters Twp. to Rostraver Twp.
Owner: Dorothy Jackson Town: Monongahela Address: 1015 Chess Street, Monongahela, PA 15063 Phone: 724-258-6758 Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 12 pm-8 pm. Thursday 12 pm-9 pm. Monday and Saturday 10 am- 6 pm.
Business Spotlight By Alice Harris Checkers Boutique owners Lynn and Frank Grimes (center) surrounded by family.
By Christen M. Stroh Lynn Grimes lives in the Mon Valley and sees something special about it. That’s why, despite her decade of business success in the Peters Township area, she chose to relocate her formalwear store, Checkers Boutique, to Rostraver Township. At the official Checkers Boutique ribbon-cutting ceremony are, “I wanted to bring some(left to right), Mary Esther Antal, GRC Executive Board, thing new to the Mon Valley,� Bernie Zunic, GRC Executive Board, Tom Patterson, Rostraver notes Lynn Grimes, owner of Township Commissioner, Lynn Grimes, Owner, Employees, Checkers Boutique Rostraver Hannah Naylor, Brooke Trunzo, and Sarah Naylor Twp. resident. “Checkers Boutique offers styles that range from short and sassy to chic and sophisticated. We’re always looking to keep you fashion forward with the latest trends.� In June, the boutique, which specializes in clothing trending toward classic fashions and styles, opened its doors to their Willowbrook Plaza location on Route 51. On Thursday, July 16, they held an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony on the new premises. The event included informal modeling of family and friends. The group of models walked the plaza displaying what Checkers Boutique has to offer, while passing out information about the boutique and gift cards. Refreshments were on hand as well. Checkers Boutique offers both women’s and men’s formalwear for any special occasion, from communions to proms to outfitting an entire bridal party, including tuxedo rental. Stop in now at the new Checkers Boutique location in the Willowbrook Plaza on Route 51. For more information about Checkers Boutique or for information on purchasing or redeeming gift cards, contact Lynn Grimes at 724-379-9015, or visit them on the web at www.checkersbridal.com.
Years in Business: 8 yrs. in Charleroi. 2 yrs. in Monongahela. Products and Services: Yarn (especially Red Heart), needles and hooks, knitting and crochet instructions and lessons. Scrapbook supplies.
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Legacy Lanes has a wide selection of plaques, trophies, and awards in their well-appointed Pro Shop.
By Andrea Earnest
On May 1, 2009 Legacy Lanes officially opened its doors. In addition to a state-of-the art bowling alley, guests can enjoy a pro shop, a sports bar and grill, an arcade, and a laser tag arena for up to 16 people. There are 31 lanes; 24 are traditional and seven are boutique lanes. The boutique lanes, off in a separate area with the bar and grill and restaurant, are available for private and corporate parties. Owners Jennie and David Schultz and Bill and Melissa Scheiwer bring years of experience to their new endeavor. Mr. and Mrs. Scheiwer have owned a pro shop for 25 years. The pro shop offers laser engraving on a large assortment of plaques, trophies, and awards. It also has accessories, bowling balls, and ball drilling. Fifty-one flat-screen television screens are arrayed around the facility. Recliners are set up in the restaurant area for customers wanting to relax and enjoy their favorite programming. Legacy Lanes also has two birthday party rooms. Food in the restaurant is all home-made in the kitchen. Mrs. Scheiwer runs the kitchen, and makes the pizza using her own homemade dough and sauce. When the new owners purchased to old South Hills Bowl, they gutted the building completely to create the state-of-the-art 38,000 square-foot facility. It is open every day of the year except Christmas from 9 A.M. to midnight on week nights and until 1:30 to 2 A.M. on weekends. If you are looking for a variety of fun and games, stop in at 5024 Curry Road, or you can call 412-653-BOWL (2695).
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Attention Boarders: Conduct Your Business at the South Park Board Room By Krista Ramsey Tracy Derewecki (pictured) and her husband Dewey are owners of The Board Room in South Park, a one-stop shop for skate- and snowboarders.
The Board Room offers a great selection of skate/biker themed apparel.
The Board Room is located at 6409 Brownsville Road in South Park.
South Park Board Room, a complete onestop shop for skateboarders and snowboarders, opened its doors at 6409 Brownsville Road (next to Donte’s Pizzeria) in South Park on April 29. Since then, owners Dewey and Tracy Derewecki have acquired a nice base of regular customers and welcome new customers every day. “My husband grew up skateboarding and wanted to open the store because there are no others like it in the area,” said Tracy. “I’m along for the ride, and I learn more and more and boarding every day!” The shop sells new and previously owned skateboards, snowboards, long boards (used for cruising concrete), and endoboards (used for balance training). Skaters can also purchase wheels, trucks, bearings, grip tape, wax and other accessories. Repairs and tuneups are offered, as well custom-built boards. In addition, shoppers can purchase boardthemed and Lucky 13 brand shirts, hats, shoes, belts, jewelry and sunglasses. The Board Room is currently petitioning South Park Township to be able to house a mini ramp in its basement, where skaters can come to practice and hang out. A decision should be made by late August. The shop sponsors three riders who compete in local contests. Store hours are Monday through Saturday noon to 8 pm and Sunday, 1 to 7 pm. For more information about The Board Room’s products and services, call 412-655-3029.
MVH, Union Reach Accord on New Two-year Contract Monongahela Valley Hospital and United Steelworkers Local 8041, which represents about one-half of the hospital's employees, have a new two-year contract which began July 1. In voting sessions held on Tuesday, June 30 at Donora Fire Hall, union members approved the pact by a vote of 304 to 158. Local 8041 represents approximately half of Monongahela Valley Hospital's more than 1,000 employees, including technical staff; those in nursing services, including nursing assistants, and office, laundry, dietary, housekeeping and maintenance personnel. Nurses at the hospital are not members of the Union. Louis J. Panza Jr., president and chief executive officer of Monongahela Valley Hospital said approval of the contract assures labor harmony between Local 8041 and the hospital that extends to thirty years. He was referring to a strike by the Union in 1981, the only work stoppage in the history of the hospital. Panza, who has been president and CEO of the health system for the last five years, today, expressed appreciation to the Union for "sharing our common mission to serve the health care needs of our community as an independent community hospital."
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Home & Garden Weekend Home Upgrades: Fast, Affordable Fix-Ups (ARA) - With today’s falling home prices, one family’s well-worn dwelling can quickly become another’s dream “starter” home. Interest rates are at historic lows, meaning buyers can get more house than they could a year ago for the same monthly mortgage payment, according to the National Association of Home Builders. But affording a new home is one thing; affording to remodel it is another. Here are some costefficient upgrades that are easy enough to accomplish in a single weekend.
Start at the front door Whether you’re fixing up a newly purchased home or upgrading your current home to attract a buyer, nothing creates a better first impression than a new front entry door. Installing a new entryway door increases the perceived value of a home by up to $24,000, according to a national valuation study conducted by Therma-Tru and TNS, an independent research organization. Beyond adding curb appeal to your home, installing an energy-efficient door is an important consideration, if you’re fixing up an older home. Houses built before 1939 use about 50 percent more energy per square foot than those built after 2000, according to a Time magazine report. The main culprit is tiny cracks and gaps that can expand over time and let in more outside air. One way to get both beauty and energy efficiency is to choose a door from the Therma-Tru Fiber-Classic Mahogany Collection. The collection includes new styles perfect for homes with popular architectural designs including Craftsman, bun-
galow, arts and crafts, mission and cottage motifs, and offer the high style, rich look and warmth of Mahogany hardwood, but at a value price compared with premium wood doors. Each door is constructed of durable fiberglass, is ENERGY STAR qualified, provides five times the insulation of a wood door and will not rot, split, crack or rot like wood, or rust, dent or ding like steel. The doors create the tightest seal possible, creating an energy efficient envelope that stabilizes interior temperature and helps you decrease your home’s energy costs. As an added value, homeowners who purchase and install certain styles of Therma-Tru doors may be eligible for a tax credit of up to $1,500 per household through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (also known as the Economic Stimulus package). Visit www.thermatru.com for more information.
Set the stage with lighting Upgrading the interior lighting can also make a big difference in your home. Designers often use “layered” lighting -- a combination of ambient, task and accent lighting -- to create a quality of light that not only looks and feels better, but is also bettersuited to activities that can take place in any given room. While you may not be in a position to
percent reduces energy use by 15 percent and doubles the life of the bulb. The more you dim the light, the more energy you save.
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install an entirely new lighting system in your home, there is a simple and affordable upgrade within easy reach. Light dimmers are available for as little as a few dollars at local home centers and hardware stores and can be installed by any do-it-yourselfer in minutes. (Just remember to turn off the circuit breaker before starting.) Lutron Electronics offers a variety of models to suit any decor or budget, and the manufacturer’s technical support team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to walk you through the installation process. Just go to lutron.com or call (800) 523-9466. According to the Department of Energy, artificial lighting consumes almost 15 percent of a household’s electricity use. Dimming an incandescent bulb by just 15
Adding a new coat of paint is another easy, inexpensive upgrade. Depending on the shade you select, your room can be dramatically different or simply refreshed. The paint you choose can also keep your home looking fresher over time. For example, Duration Home Interior Latex from Sherwin-Williams is perfect for high-traffic hallways, bathrooms, kids’ rooms and anywhere long-wearing durability, antimicrobial properties and stain resistance is a must. It’s tough enough to withstand repeated cleanings without visible wear, no matter what shade is selected (choose from 1,200 colors, including deep accent shades). As you add color, add a splash of sustainability, too. A low-VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) and low odor paint such as Duration Home can help ensure better indoor air quality, and it’s manufactured using sustainable processes. For paint tips and ideas visit sherwin-williams.com or your neighborhood Sherwin-Williams store. Courtesy of ARAcontent
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Feng Shui Your Photos (NewsUSA) - Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art that arranges homes for energy, or Chi, creates positive living spaces. Americans' stuff-everything-in-somewhere tactic leads to stress and lost objects. De-stressing homes doesn't need to cause stress. Americans can tackle one small issue at a time, like finally donating long-outgrown children's clothes or tossing out old magazines, until their homes look less like disaster zones and more like serene spaces. Paper photographs can create clutter and disrupt Chi. The average American home contains over 10,000 photographs, slides or negatives. Pounds -; yes, pounds -; of family memories end up piled into closets and stuffed into spare corners, where they can suffer damage from humidity or temperature changes. No one wants to search through shoeboxes of hundreds of photos to find just one picture of Grandpa fishing. People can't callously toss out their photographs -; their pictures record vacations, events and first days at school. But no one looks at photos stuffed in attics, either. The solution? Americans can convert their photographs into digital formats. Instead of years of photographs crammed in closets, basements and attics, those
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329 Center Ave. 127 Ellsworth Ave. 119 Third Ave.
ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Maronda Homes Inc. John Kocis John Cain III John Kocis Cadman Trust John Gracon Lucille Lindberg Jeffrey Smith Candice Cunningham et al. Rosalie Benedek Marie Boyd
Joanne Lynn and Victor Corder Daniel James Montgomery Dollar Bank FSB Daniel James Montgomery Cody Lawler Frances Scott Jerry Kifus Charles Pope Robert and Kathryn Bedell Jason Sari Mark and Diana Lewis
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Justin Talbert and Nicole Turlik Arlington Loan Servicing LLC
Romel Nicholas Eric Jenkins
Matthew and Stephanie Didjunas Rene Ferraton
1227 Schweitzer Road $66,000 305 Scott Road $30,001 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $97,904) by sheriff's deed 1306 Penhurst St. $130,000 2482 Ridge Road $89,900
WEST ELIZABETH Christy Scheidter Jane Ganss
Gregory Bates Nicholas Porter et al. and Barton Moore
10 Ronald St. 11 Ronald St.
CLAIRTON Housing & Urban Development Estate of Stanley Suckell National City Bank Estate of Armand Martin Kenneth Kennedy Eugene Cutuly Jeremy Arnold Federal National Mortgage Assn. William Mitchko Randall Donnelly
Daniel Murphy Tyrone Williams David Wolk trustee and Joanne Palminteri trustee Veterans Administration Gary and Maria Townsend Lori Adams Lewis Wachovia Bank NA trustee Edward and Elizabeth Guballa John and Olga Strunk National City Bank
102 Carnegie Ave. 539 Large Ave. 141 Pennsylvania Ave. 529 Thompson Ave. 829 VanKirk St. 129 Constitution Circle 253 Massachusetts Ave. 510 Mitchell Ave. 849 Bessemer St. 520 N. Eighth St.
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Turn Your Home into a Cabin Retreat (NewsUSA) Vacation. Every year, millions of Americans take planes, trains and automobiles to escape to their favorite Adding a fire pit to your destinations, backyard can whether it's for be a great escape. relaxation, adventure or something in between. But if a dream vacation is not in your budget, consider other options. Each year, DIY Network gives one lucky winner their very own state-of-the-art vacation retreat that is designed by the viewers. Online, viewers vote on the many different phases of each home project, then watch as construction is documented in TV's only interactive home-building series, Blog Cabin. Locations for the three cabins thus far include mountain-side retreats and lakefront getaways that encompass everything about a vacation destination. If you are not lucky enough to win the Blog Cabin, there are several ways to incorporate some of the cabin's design elements into your home to experience the relaxation or adventure and create a destination of your own while investing in your home: • Take it outside. More than ever, homeowners are expanding their living space to the outdoors. Whether you add a fire pit or an entire outdoor kitchen to the backyard, the space will inspire gatherings and a break from the norm. • Upgrade your landscaping. Replicate your favorite vacation spot by trying to mimic its vegetation. If you like the tropics, plant lots of lush, brightly colored plants. Add a tiki bar to the design, and you'll never want to leave home again. • Create a sanctuary for the man of the house. Build him a man cave, a man-only zone in the house where only he has decorative input. Transform the basement, the garage or even the attic into a place where he can play without interruption from his wife or kids. The women of the house will benefit from the man cave by enjoying the rest of the house without interference from the guys. • Get the kids outside by building them a tree fort or play house. Get them involved in the design, and have it reflect their interests and hobbies. Once it's built, let the kids direct you in how they would like it to be furnished. For more information on DIY Network's Blog Cabin or ideas on creating a home retreat, visit www.diynetwork.com.
Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller
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Louis Shew Jr. Dominick DeSalvo Roberta Lisica Robinson Fore Inc. Richard Jantz Estate of Andrew Surenda John Ward
Ryan Wengrzyn StellaSpa LLC US Bank NA trustee Jeffrey and Maureen Underhill Laura and Thomas Gilchrist Denise Urey Clayton and Ann Talarek
397 Faith Drive 42 Old Clairton Road 234 Pleasant Hills Blvd. 158 Robinson Drive 638 Arbor Lane 38 Melvin Drive 247 Old Clairton Road
JEFFERSON HILLS Southersby Development Corp. Southersby Development Corp. Timothy Parise Estate of George Langol Jr. Jeffrey Costa Southersby Development Corp. James Abercrombie Carole Dobeck NVR Inc. Shirley Magiske et al. Southersby Development Corp. NVR Inc. MB2K Development Inc. Southersby Development Corp. Bank New York Mellon trustee
NVR Inc. NVR Inc. Harry Smith Joe and Lynn Fiedor Peter and Elizabeth Goutmann NVR Inc. Richard and Amy Laing Robert and Christy Scheidter Brandon and Melissa Machi John Ward NVR Inc. Charles Anthony Rondinelli Rajeev and Sangita Patil NVR Inc. David and Nancy Havel
Hamilton St. S Randolph Drive 102 Simpson Drive 116 Taber Drive 2358 Ridge Road S Randolph Drive 3040 Shady Timber Lane 121 Fawn Drive 8008 Independence Drive 154 Coal Valley Road Independence Drive 5030 Jackson Drive Laurel Ridge Drive S Randolph Drive 313 Vine St.
PETERS TOWNSHIP Karen Long
Karen Long and Gerald Tew
Brian Fitzgerald Gary Binotto Dennis DeFelice Wayne Coffield trustee CREO 100 LLC Carlton Corson Jr. Randall Wilkerson et al. Robert Zeleznik Theodore Taylor III Ralph Corrente Dolores Maccarone Joseph Pasquarelli Dennis Kolumber Jr. Christopher Marnik Vivek Kumar Linda Taylor Stephen Parowski Sharon Brown Welty et al. Anthony Reilly Collingwood Development Co. LLC Robert Lee Andrew Olmo Venkatasubramanian Panchanadam Delbert Johnson Jr. Theodore Taylor III et al. Stephen Beckwith Aimee Weide Michael Slavin
Joseph William Neary Wells Fargo Bank trustee Patrick Aaron Angela Pasquarelli Sean Burr Rodger Mourning Jr. and Jillaine Mourning Thomas Ali Brian and Darma Taimuty Wayne DiBartola Jr. Ibrahim and Mirette Ghobrial Paul and Judy Kirtley Jeffrey and Diane Lang David Staudt and Teresa Zandier Eric Allen and Debra Joanne Lawson Brian and Jamie Ferris John and Suzan Applegath Henry Szymanski Jr. and Therese Schaffer William and Nancy Newman Eric and Elizabeth Anibaldi William and Marilyn Magnotti Jon and Julie Dixon Brett Miller Hunter Piper Revocable Trust Ronald and Laura Mauro Brian and Connie Cullen David Walker Travis Wayne Kirby Edward and Jodene Renda
Estate of Irene Kosowski Linda Taylor Christopher Ulam Joseph Maskew Jr.
David and Barbara Kuhn Leech & Henry Construction Inc. Rita Reo and William Nason Matthew Mankamyer
103 Clearview Drive $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $66,071) 240 Fox Run Drive $420,000 312 Fox Run Drive $1,274 by sheriff's deed 144 Marion Drive , $210,000 131 Meadow St. $143,500 104 Mervin Drive $40,250 138 Scott Lane $112,000 230 Turkeyfoot Road $332,000 128 Valley View Drive $40,000 3249 Washington Pike $160,000 106 Willoughby Court $580,000 142 Brookdale Circle $170,000 Church Hill Road $85,000 103 Equestrian Drive $525,000 107 Georgetown Court $399,900 111 Golden Eagle Drive $690,000 402 Longleaf Drive $495,000 125 Oak Ridge Drive $375,000 230 Roscommon Place $192,000 233 Teepee Road $232,000 206 Boxwood Court $180,000 159 Irishtown Road Ext. $300,000 214 Walnut Drive $350,000 107 Alyson Drive $405,000 177 Bittersweet Circle $425,000 Circle Drive $59,000 100 Fieldstone Court $289,900 233 Highway View Road $154,900 133 Lake Colony Drive $349,900 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $699,800) 157 Lakeview Drive $335,000 Sagewood Drive $112,500 128 Sandpiper Lane $136,000 343 Stonebrook Drive $285,400
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Rising Credit Card Interest Rates And Bank Fees Underscore Advantages Of Prepaid Debit Cards By Dan Henry CEO, NetSpend Corporation (NAPSI)-The U.S. economy may be down - as well as the rest of the world's financial markets--but banks are hiking their fees again and Americans struggling through these tough times are the ones taking the hit to their wallets. The decision by several large national banks to hike credit card interest rates on unpaid balances and raise overdraft fees is just one more example of the rapidly changing credit environment in which consumers are living. These actions are making it more
difficult than ever for Americans to manage their finances during one of the worst economic climates in recent history. However, there is a viable alternative being used by millions--prepaid debit cards. Prepaid reloadable debit cards offer the best financial management option today. Consumers are looking for a system to help them pay bills, make purchases and save money, and prepaid debit cards help by giving users control of their spending. Meanwhile, bank customers are continuing to be heavily affected by increased fees and interest rate hikes. According to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., last year,
Prepaid debit cards are the viable alternative to the fees and interest rates that consumers are currently paying. These cards are able to offer many of the benefits United States banks and savof the larger banks--online access ings institutions collected and bill pay, instant account $39.5 billion in depositalerts--and even some that banks account charges. In addition, can't, such as a savings account research firm Moebs with a 5 percent annual percentServices, Inc. found that the age yield. Dan Henry financial industry's median While banks are taking more overdraft charge has money out of Americans' wallets, increased 10 percent--to $27.50--in the six NetSpend prepaid debit cards are helping months since banks began receiving money people put that money back, and even prounder the Troubled Asset Relief Program viding them with money management tools (TARP), a program started last year by the and features that enable them to better track U.S. government to purchase assets and spending and put money away for the equity from financial institutions in order to future. strengthen the financial sector.
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Donald R. Weaver Insurance: Treating Clients as Friends for 29 Years When David Weaver joined his father Donald R. Weaver in the insurance business 22-years ago, he was fully in accord with the principles upon which his father built Donald R. Weaver Insurance, Inc. David describes his father’s business philosophy in a single powerful sentence: We treat our clients as friends and make it our primary business to protect them. In this way, we fulfill our obligation to the community. “In order to carry out this business philosophy, my dad established an independent agency. He isn’t captive to any one company. We represent multiple companies so that we can provide absolutely every kind of insurance at the best possible price,” said Weaver. “We don’t sell any ‘one-size-fits-all’ packDavid Weaver invites age. Every client receives a custom package prospective clients to whether it’s auto, life, health, retirement insurance for individuals or business liabilistop in to his office for a ty coverage as well as protection against disfriendly discussion about asters.” The Donald R. Weaver Insurance office is conveniently located at Donald R. Weaver Insurance, Inc. has led your insurance needs. 493 Locust Avenue in Washington, Pa. the way in developing affordable benefits packages to businesses of all sizes that recognize the extent to which a benefits package to say you have to come to the office for our help. We will come to your home or busican actually cut costs by attracting and retaining quality employees. “Well qualified people shop for benefits as well as wages,” David says. “Our compa- ness office to show you various ways you can provide security for your family or business and benefits packages for your employees.” ny makes it possible to provide employee benefits at affordable prices.” In Washington County where change is a continuing fact of life as new business cenIn the 22-years since David joined his father in the business, the agency has experiters and residential developments mushroom, the Weavers are prepared to supply the enced dramatic growth without losing the “family and friends” environment. He invites prospective clients to visit their office at 493 Locust Avenue across from the highest quality insurance products designed for each individual situation. No one can guarantee what the future holds, but joining the Weaver Agency “circle Washington Hospital, where he guarantees they will feel right at home. In fact, the of friends” guarantees that knowledgeable people are looking out for your best interWeavers remodeled one of Washington’s beautiful older homes to house their office. “We’re centered between I-79 and Route I-70, a location that provides easy access est. from Washington, the burgeoning suburbs around us and a 5-county area. That’s not
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MONEY MANAGEMENT Understanding Reverse Mortgages (NAPSI)-A little forethought can go a long way toward helping you save money and perhaps your home. As reverse mortgages become more popular, homeowners should avoid taking on too much risk, overburdening themselves with debt and falling for misleading marketing, say experts at the U.S. Office of the Comptroller for the Currency (OCC). "Reverse mortgages can provide real benefits, but they have some of the same characteristics as the riskiest types of mortgages," Comptroller of the Currency John Dugan said. "That means consumers and regulators have to be on alert to emerging risks so these loans are made in a way that is prudent for both homeowners and lenders." Reverse mortgages provide income or credit to homeowners by letting them tap their home equity. The Federal Housing Administration insures 90 percent of reverse mortgages, known as Home Equity Conversion Mortgages, or HECMs. These mortgages don't require repayment until the homeowner dies, permanently moves or fails to maintain the property or pay property tax. Remaining equity belongs to the borrower or the borrower's heirs. While these loans make sense in some cases, consumers should clearly understand their responsibilities and risks A few associated risks include: • Deceptive and misleading marketing. The complexity of these products and incentives for some brokers can put the emphasis on making the loan rather than ensuring it's appropriate for the borrower. • Conditioning availability on other financial products. Because reverse mortgages often involve large lump sum payments,
A reverse mortgage can help you get money from your house but check the offer carefully before signing on.
borrowers can be vulnerable to coercive sales of expensive annuities or long-term care insurance. • High fees. Borrowers may also overlook substantial fees. • Failing to pay taxes and insurance and failing to maintain the property can result in foreclosure, so it's important to be sure these responsibilities are covered. Among national banks, the OCC uses its authority to reduce such risks, but more work with other regulators is necessary to set and apply standards for all reverse mortgages. You can learn more about national banks at HelpWithMyBank.gov. To talk with a specialist from the OCC Customer Assistance Group, in English or Spanish, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST, call (800) 613-6743.
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Money Tips For Your College-Bound Student (NAPSI)-Before you move your child into a dorm, it's important to have a discussion about financial matters and your expectations regarding the use of credit and general money management behaviors. In this current environment, it is very important to start independence off on the right foot. The following concepts can be a road map for parent and child in establishing solid financial practices.
Maintaining A Credit Score Is As Important As Maintaining A GPA Discuss the importance of good credit and how this is integral to your child's ability to achieve future goals (renting a first apartment, starting in a profession, buying a home). Having a healthy credit score and an accurate credit report are important to establishing good credit, suggests Loretta Abrams, from HSBC - North America's Consumer Affairs department. Help your child remember: • Plan to pay off--or at least pay more than the minimum on--all bills on time. • Keep balances below 50 percent of available credit limits (30 percent is even better). • Don't open credit accounts that aren't needed (having too many requests for credit can lower a credit score). • Request a free report at www.annualcreditreport.com and make sure the information on it is accurate. Helping your child choose (and use properly) the right credit card and build good credit habits are vital to successful future borrowing.
tations, encourage ongoing communication about financial decisions and require formal expense tracking before reimbursement.
Encourage Savings With A Little Incentive Encourage your child to open a savings account and establish a regular savings pattern by agreeing to "match" all or a portion of the savings above a certain threshold amount.
Banking 101 (...with a safety net) Partner with your child in finding the right financial institution by discussing considerations such as branch locations, number of ATMs, costs, services, fees and product offerings. You can provide oversight by including yourself as a joint account holder. Most banks encourage online banking and have interactive sites to manage or transfer funds, set electronic limits and avoid overdraft fees.
Teach Smart Spending And Credit Use Students should learn to use credit wisely and live within a budget. Smart spending doesn't mean having to give up their social
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lives. Encourage them to be imaginative: Rent a video and get friends to bring drinks and snacks. Take advantage of free campus activities. Shop around to compare prices on books or basic necessities.
Help Them Retain Their Identity The FTC estimates that as many as 9 million Americans have their identity stolen each year. Reestablishing your good credit and name if you become the victim of identity theft or fraud can be a lengthy, costly and time-consuming process. Here are some "dos and don'ts" to help protect your child against fraud and identify theft:
Do... • Shred receipts and financial documents. • Protect personal information (date of birth, driver's license number, Social Security Number, account numbers, passwords). • Conduct online shopping on a secure Web site.
College students – and their parents – can learn how to manage money.
Don't... • Discuss financial matters in public or on cell phones. • Write passwords or PIN numbers on the back of ATM or credit cards. • Mail bill payments from your home mailbox. As Abrams explains, the college years can be a great opportunity for parents to introduce effective and business-appropriate systems for budgeting, saving and accumulating wealth. For more free financial tips and information, available in English and Spanish, visit www.yourmoneycounts.com.
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The Benefits of Social Networking adult children and even some of my friends discuss Web sites such as Q. My MySpace and Facebook. Would this be a benefit to an active 72-year-old that is involved in church and social events? these sites would be a wonderful addition to your already active life. A. Yes,They may open up new opportunities for connecting with friends from your past or informing you of social events in your area. More importantly, these sites allow for communication between generations, which is essential with families living throughout the United States and across the world. Many people from Western Pennsylvania have journeyed to other parts of the country, mainly for professional growth, leaving behind family and friends. Communicating via the phone may sometimes seem impossible, whereas sending a simple message or comment may produce a quicker response. Information obtained from the Pew Internet and American Life Project reports that only about 7 percent of people older than 65 use online social networking sites, but the popularity of Facebook is growing rapidly among women over age 55. So what’s the difference? Three of the most popular sites are MySpace, Facebook and Twitter. All three services are free to users. Twitter is the most recent development to keep us all connected. Messages or “tweets” are sent to users who have subscribed to your site. The “tweets” are up to 140 characters in length. Facebook Create and edit profiles, upload photos and video, post comments and send messages between users. Profile formats are general for all users. This site is probably the best for all age levels because it is more focused on keeping you connected. MySpace Create and edit profiles, upload photos and video, post comments and send messages between users. A nice feature of MySpace is that you can update your profile with various backgrounds and formats. This site is more attractive for teenagers and college-aged users. Facebook and MySpace allow users to search by name, e-mail, school and even interests. MySpace users can also search for friends/family by city and compose blogs, an online version of journaling. If all of this technology talk is confusing, consider enrolling in a computer class. Jefferson Regional Medical Center Senior Services offers a wide range of classes to meet the needs of individuals ages 50 and over. The classes are $45 for two, 2-hour sessions. To learn more about these classes, contact Senior Services at 412-469-7099 or visit www.jeffersonregional.com. Jefferson Regional Senior Services is a free telephone referral service of Jefferson Regional Medical Center that assists area seniors, their families and caregivers with locating available services and programs to meet their needs. Senior Services also offers educational and wellness programs for the community for a nominal fee. Questions? E-mail to seniorservices@jeffersonregional.com call 412-469-7099, or write to Jefferson Regional Senior Services, PO Box 18119, Pittsburgh, PA 15236.
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Senior News from 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. • Our first luncheon of the month will be on August 13th. Lunch will be supplied by the Canonsburg Senior Center and brought down to our center by some very helpful volunteers. The first event of the day will be Blood Pressure Screening from 11 a.m. to 12 noon followed by lunch at 12 noon. Entertainment for this day will be a program presented by the Girl Scouts of Peters Township. One that will be enjoyed by all. Reservations are required by calling Erma Grego at 724-941-6956. • Our second luncheon will be on August 27th. Reservations are required by calling the number above. The day begins with Blood Pressure Screening from 11 a.m. to 12 noon followed by lunch at 12 noon. Entertainment for the day will be a program by the Meadowcrest Nursing Center. Come and join the staff of Meadowcrest Nursing for a fun filled time. Enjoy games, trivia, food, beverages, and a chance to win a prize. The prize is a surprise so if you're intrigued, we look forward to seeing you. Information on health, exercise, and nutrition will be available as well. See you on the 27th. • Birthdays for the month of August: Gerry Chapman, Virginia Gaul, Doris Roach, Edna Russell and Rosemarie Zrimsek. A very happy and healthy birthday! Anniversaries for the month are Bill and Alice Collar also Jim and Lois Obringer. Congratulations!
Burgh, Bits and Bites PT Sponsors Bus Trip to the Strip District The Peters Township Park & Recreation Department will be sponsoring a trip to downtown Pittsburgh’s historic Strip District on Friday, September 25. The trip “Burg, Bits and Bites” will depart at 7:45 AM, and return at 5:30 PM (times are approximate.) Take a bit of history, throw in some local flavor and you have the makings of a gourmet outing. Don’t miss this guided walking tour of Pittsburgh’s Strip District that takes you through six eateries while paying homage to the heritage that built this section of downtown. Learn about the history of the locale and the buildings, meet the owners and get behind the scenes, and best of all, taste the fruits of their labor. To make sure everyone gets a great sampling of what the Strip has to offer we will split into small groups, each with a private guide, so there’s no need to worry about crowding. You’ll want to take some goodies home, so following the tour there is time for shopping and each vendor offers a special discount. Cost for the trip is $63 per person. Deadline to register is Monday, August 18. Limited seats register at the Peters Township Recreation Center or online at www.peterstownship.com. For more information please call 724-942-5000.
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Beth Israel Center in Jefferson Hills Celebrates 50 Years Beth Israel Center, a Conservative synagogue located at 118 Gill Hall Road in Jefferson Hills, celebrated its 50th anniversary with festivities and events during the weekend of June 26 - 28. More than 150 people gathered from all over the country and western Canada to celebrate this gala reunion by praying, socializing, dining and remembering together. Past and present presidents of the Center, Men's Club and Sisterhood were honored at the catered luncheon on Sunday and were given certificates of appreciation for their years of volunteer service. Rabbi Amy Greenbaum and Education Director Dr. Perry Haalman received plaques of appreciation for their dedication and work for the Center. The delicious desserts and beverages featured at the socials on Friday evening after services and Saturday evening as part of havdalah (ending the Sabbath) services were prepared from the fantastic recipes featured in Beth Israel Center Sisterhood's 150-page cookbook. The 700 color photographs included in the recently published 350-page history book The People of Beth Israel Center—Fifty Years by Carolee E. Burack were highlighted in an ongoing slide show presentation Saturday evening. Beth Israel Center members are looking forward to the Annual Summer Picnic, hosted by the families of Weiss Meats of Pleasant Hills, which will take place on the beautiful front lawn of the Center in August. Friday night services will be held throughout the summer. For information about upcoming events, religious school, services, membership or purchase of our cookbook or history book, please call the Beth Israel Center office at 412 655 2144 or refer to our website at www.bethisraelpgh.org.
On June 28, President of Beth Israel Center Robert Greenberger presented a plaque of appreciation to Rabbi Amy Greenbaum at Beth Israel Center’s 50th anniversary celebration.
Presidents of Beth Israel Center at 50th Anniversary celebration. (Front) - Toby Exter, Robert Greenberger (current President) Dr. Ed Hillner, Ed Weingart (Back) - Milt Orkin, Robert Burack, Dr. Stanley Glickstein, Ron Weiss
Enjoying the celebration are (left to right) Karen, Jonah and Fred Edeson, Marilyn Dropkin, Phyllis and Dr. Martin Pomerantz, Drs. Joan and Stanley Glickstein
Old friends toast each other and Beth Israel Centers 50th anniversary (left to right) - Vera Green- St. Petersburg FL, Phyllis PomerantzWhitehall PA, Fran Cohen- Boynton Beach FL.
J. Edgar Rosenberg (of Rosenberg's Dept Store in Finleyville) picks up his copy of the book "The People of Beth Israel Center 50 years" from the author Carolee Burack. Former graduates of Beth Israel Center returning to celebrate 50th anniversary. (left to right) Paul Burack - New York, Eric Davidson – Florida, Dr. Jon Davidson- Ohio, Glenn BurackMassachusetts
Carolee E. Burack is author of The People of Beth Israel Center—Fifty Years.
Crossroads Ministries Vacation Bible School a Success Crossroads Ministries hosted another successful Vacation Bible School the week of July 6-10. The theme was “Operation Space: A Close Encounter With God's Word.” In this galactic adventure like no other, kids learned how God reveals Himself through His world and His Word. The focus was on the Bible and its superiority for knowing truth. Each day had its own mini-theme, and a group project that focused on raising money for an orphanage in the Philippines brought in $1934.72 by the end of the week! Over 150 children attended and ages ranged from three to entering sixth grade. Kids enjoyed songs, goodies, puppets, Bible lessons, games and cool crafts including robots and time capsules. All children had opportunities to earn rewards which in turn could be redeemed for prizes at the "VBS store." Excitement was high all week and closed with a hot dog celebration for all families. Adults and children alike were sad to see the week end. If you missed VBS this year, you haven't missed all the fun. Crossroads Ministries hosts great children's activities all year long for all ages including Promiseland which is the children's Sunday School. AWANA, which is similar to scouting, meets Wednesday evenings. Crossroads Ministries supports The Sonshine Tree Preschool for ages 3-5. JAMS centers on middle school kids, and Straight Street's focus is high school age. Call 724-348-1620 for more information on any programs or visit www.crossroadsministries.com. Crossroads Ministries is located on Rt. 88, one mile south of Trax Farms overlooking Mineral Beach.
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Area Church News Upcoming Events at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
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St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Brentwood, a Child-Friendly church, will hold Rally Day (the first day of Sunday School) on September 13, at 9:15 a.m. We have classes for children from preschool through adult, and a fabulous youth choir program. Hope to see you there ! * We are currently seeking crafters for our Fall Festival, which will be held on Saturday, October 10. The church is located at 4048 Brownsville Road, overlooking Brentwood Towne Center, near Rt. 51. Please call the church at 412-884-5225 or visit our website at www.stpetersbrentwood.org for information, to make a reservation, or with any questions.
Vacation Bible School at Ruthfred Lutheran Church Vacation Bible School at Ruthfred Lutheran Church in Bethel Park will be held August 3rd - 7th from 9 a.m. Noon. Come on an exciting adventure through God's Word with Crocodile Dock! Bible lessons, music, crafts, games and more! Crocodile Dock is for children entering Kindergarten in 2010 through eighth grade. Register online at www.ruthfred.org. No registration fee! Call 412-835-7140 for more information.
Events at the First Presbyterian Church of Finleyville
Upcoming Events at Thomas Presbyterian Church
• Worship is every Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m., Communion is the first Sunday of the month. • Story Hour: July 29, August 5 and 12 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. for ages Kindergarten and up. Anita will read a book by R.C. Sprowls and follow up with an activity or craft relating to the story. • Family Drive In Night: Saturday, August 8 at dusk at the church. "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe". Bring your own lawn chair. If it rains, we will show the movie inside. • Youth Group: youth interested - there will be a start up meeting on Sunday, August 2 at 12:00 p.m. at the church. For more information on the church or the above events, please see our website at www.firstpresbyterian.us or contact the church office at 724-348-5689.
• Thomas Presbyterian Church is sponsoring "Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University" this fall. All are invited to attend a free introduction presentation and luncheon on August 23 at noon in the Thomas Christian Life Center. The purpose of this 13 week course is to empower and give hope to everyone from the financially secure to the financially distressed. Classes will begin September 16 on Wednesday nights at the Church. • The community wide Thomas Summerfest on August 22nd will include a Pig Roast, Corn Boil, live music and games for all ages. Tickets may be purchased at the church. • Throughout the summer, Rev Jaberg is preaching from the Gospel of John at the 8:45 service in the sanctuary and at the 11:00 service in the air conditioned Christian Life Center. All are welcomed. Thomas Church is at the intersection of Linden and Venetia Road. For more informatino, call 724-9412009 or visit www.thomaschurch.org.
Back to School Giveaway at First Baptist Church First Baptist Church of Monongahela, 601 W. Main Street, will be holding a free back to school giveaway on Saturday, August 8 from10 a.m. – 12 p.m. If you are a family in need of school supplies (notebooks, folders, clothes, etc.) then stop our church parking lot on August 8 to pick up some supplies (first come, first serve). Free of charge.
Clothing Sale at Wright’s United Methodist The women's group at Wright's United Methodist church will be holding a gently used clothing sale Saturday August 1 from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The church is at 788 Venetia Road. For questions call Kathy Jo at 724-348-5969. The proceeds go to our mission projects.
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Pets Tips to Keep Kitty Healthy, Happy (NewsUSA) - Cats are lowmaintenance, attractive pets. They're warm, they're soft, their purrs sound soothing, and nothing looks cuter curled up on a windowsill. No wonder Americans keep more pet cats than any other nation. But taking care of a cat can be more involved than some people may think. Medical problems, for example, catch many cat owners off guard. And while cats do not need the level of attention that dogs require, they do need grooming and physical activity. HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO KEEP YOUR KITTY IN THE BEST HEALTH POSSIBLE: • Keep your cat indoors. Going outdoors puts cats at risk -- they can encounter dogs or wild animals, cars, fleas and ticks or other cats, who may carry contagious diseases. Worse still, domestic cats can decimate local songbird populations. For the health of the planet, as well as your cat, it's best to keep cats indoors. Outfit your cat with a collar and an ID tag in case it slips outside.
It's more difficult and expensive to treat diseases than to prevent them, so make sure your cat receives annual check-ups.
• Get your cat spayed or neutered. Spaying and neutering can help protect your pet from certain cancers, while also helping the problem of cat overpopulation. • Choose the best food possible. Many inexpensive cat foods contain plant-based fillers and low-quality meat. Cats were meant to eat an extremely high-protein diet, so look for organic brands of cat food that do not contain chemicals or fillers. Always supply fresh water. • Keep kitty away from toxins. Don't choose kitty litters that contain dubious chemicals. Instead, choose a biodegradable, flushable, septic-safe cat litter, like World's Best Cat Litter (www.worldsbest-
catlitter.com). The cat litter is made from whole-kernel corn and controls odors and clumps better than other litters. The litter doesn't contain silica dust, making it an ideal choice for people and pets with allergies. • Take your cat to the vet for regular check-ups. Catching potential problem areas before disease develops can extend your cat's life. • Provide entertainment and exercise. Buy safe, natural-fiber toys. A string or a pointed flashlight can give cats activity. You should also consider providing pots of grass and scratching posts.
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Annual Monongahela Fireman’s Carnival and Parade The annual Monongahela Volunteer Fire Department carnival was held July 13 – 18, with a parade on July 15th. The usual carnival food, fun and excitement brought out many local residents to enjoy the activities. The weather was great for most of the week long event, and funds were raised to assist with the Fire Department. (PHOTOS BY PAUL CHASKO)
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St. Anthony’s Festa Brings Families and Friends Together St. Anthony’s Church in Monongahela held their 2009 Annual Festival June 26-28 at St. Anthony Festa Park. The annual event draws crowds from throughout the mon-valley to enjoy great food and ice cream booths, bake sales, a flea market, bingo, games and more. A fun time was had by all who attended.
Johnny Angel and the Halos were the featured entertainment
Rosa Fragello (age 9) from Donora tries her luck on the putting green.
Alaina Telegraphis (age 9) and Adam Telegraphis (age 7) of Carroll Twp. at the ‘Pick a Ticket Game’
Gabrielle Kortyna (age 14) and Kimberly Cowden (age 14), both from Monongahela are shown here working at the Duck Pond
Attendees relax and enjoy the live entertainment at the 2009 St. Anthony Festa.
(PHOTOS BY MARIANNE KLEPPNER)
Ladies working the Flea Market: (Seated) Tish Cardis; (Middle row) Helen Disora, Denise Chambers, Aldina Cialone, Pauline Disora, Jean Koch, (Back row) Barb Fallappi
David and Michelle Parnell of Monongahela pictured holding their son Eli (9 months) wearing an interesting hat.
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Jennifer Lawrence Town: Jefferson Hills Age: 24 Family: Dad, Ray Lawrence. Sisters: Christine Lawrence and Merinda Lawrence. Brother: Tyler Lawrence. Education: Port Allegheny High School. Jamestown Community College, Olean, NY. Associates Degree in Fitness and Nutrition.
Jennifer Lawrence
Resident Spotlight By Alice Harris
Occupation: Pleasant Hills
Manager Vocelli’s -
Interests and Hobbies: Video games. Martial Arts. Kung Fu. Shotokn, Brown Belt. Shotokn Instructor. New York State Shotokn Grand Champion 2nd Place.
Monthly Pizza Puzzler! Win a FREE Large “Grande” 1-topping Pizza from Vocelli Pizza*! Two (2) lucky winners every month! Just fill in the correct answers to the questions below, and write your name, address and telephone number on the entry form. Then mail in your entry form to the Union-Finley Messenger. Each month we will draw two (2) local winners from all correct entries. Winners will receive a gift certificate good for one (1) FREE Large “GRANDE” pizza from Vocelli Pizza. Remember to look for a new Monthly Pizza Puzzler every month, and send in your entry form! (*Good only at Finleyville location. One entry per household per month. Employees of the Union-Finley Messenger; Haniford Enterprises LLC, or Vocelli Pizza are not eligible.)
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Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the Union-Finley Messenger. When is the 37th Annual Jefferson Hills Community Day? Checkers Boutique recently relocated to a new location in what Township? Who received the Protin Award at Monongahela Valley Hospital? 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 July Pizza Puzzler winners! DOLLY MAY- Finleyville • CHUCK KLEIN - Eighty Four
Jefferson Hills Nurse Selected as 2009 Cameo of Caring at Jefferson Regional Medical Center Denise A. Freund, RN, BSN, of Jefferson Hills, has been selected by her peers to represent Jefferson Regional Medical Center at the 11th annual Cameos of Caring(r) Awards Gala on October 17 at the David Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh. Sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh School Of Nursing, the Cameos Award honors outstanding nurses for their dedication to quality patient care. Freund is the team leader of Jefferson Regional Medical Center's Progressive Cardiac Care Unit (PCCU). A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, she has served in various capacities at Jefferson Regional since coming to work at the Medical Center as a casual pool nurse in 1990. She worked in the Staff Development and Denise A. Freund Education department and Step-Down Unit before joining the PCCU when the unit first opened in 2002. Freund said her personal experience as a cardiac patient at Jefferson Regional in August, 2008 has helped her to see her unit from a patient's perspective. She underwent emergency open heart surgery with Chong Park, M.D. Freund said she was inspired early in her career by her father, who died of sudden cardiac arrest at age 51. "He was a great dad who did not have to die so young. I knew then I wanted to be a cardiac nurse and learn everything I could about the heart and helping heart patients. As team leader on PCCU, I see patients like my dad everyday. I try my best to help them through this difficult time. I offer them hope for their future," she said.
Finleyville’s Fazzini Serves in U.S. Army in Afghanistan United States Army Specialist Anthony Fazzini of Finleyville, and a 2007 Ringgold graduate, was stationed at Ft. Carson, Colorado with the 4th Infantry Division after his 1 year tour in Korea. His division was deployed May 26 to Kandahar, Afghanistan where he will be doing a 1 year tour.
Specialist Anthony Fazzini with his father, Mike.
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Meadowcrest Nursing Center Resident Celebrates 103rd Birthday Meadowcrest Nursing Center, along with Bethel Park Mayor Clifford Morton, recently announced their congratulations to resident, Elizabeth Aker, on her 103rd birthday. A celebration was held on Tuesday, June 23, at Meadowcrest Nursing Center located Mrs. Elizabeth Aker (left) celebrates her at 1200 Braun Road in Bethel Park. The day birthday with Bethel Park Mayor Clifford Morton. included live Dixieland music shared with all of the residents and Elizabeth’s family. Elizabeth Aker was born on June 23, 1906 in Springdale, Pennsylvania. From a big family of four sisters and three brothers, Elizabeth felt honored to have graduated from Slippery Rock University with a teaching degree in 1926. She then went on to give back to her community, teaching grades first to third at Blawnox School District for 24 years. During that time, Elizabeth married the love of her life, James Aker; they were married for 47 years. After retirement, Elizabeth and James moved to Florida- enjoying the warm sun, traveling and bowling. She moved back to Pennsylvania 14 years later and into Meadowcrest on January 26, 2008. “The day was absolutely amazing- all I could have hoped for. These people are truly caring and to tell you the truth, when asked what I wished for, all I wanted was the happiness of everyone around me,” stated Elizabeth Aker. “I was honored to join the staff, residents and family members of Meadowcrest in celebrating this wonderful day. It is a true feat to have experienced all that has occurred within the last 103 years and I give my sincerest congratulations to Ms. Aker,” stated Mayor Clifford Morton.
Erin Sinko Receives Protin Award at MVH Erin Sinko honored for a strong commitment to work and the goals and ideals of the health care system, is the 2009 recipient of the Edward J. Protin Memorial Award at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Sinko, Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Concierge, received the honor at the hospital’s 37th annual Service Awards Dinner at the Willow Room in the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX in Rostraver. The Protin Award is one of the hospital’s most prestigious honors and the recipient is not named until the night of the event. Sinko, whose career at Monongahela Valley Hospital spans 20 years, received a standing ovation from the audience. “I am truly honored. I love this Valley and our hospital,” Sinko said in accepting the award. “To be able to provide peace of mind to a patient’s family is very gratifying and I consider myself very fortunate that I can make difference. We want our patients to experience the best stay possible.” Sinko was born and raised in Monongahela and graduated from Mon Valley Catholic High School and Penn Commercial Business School. She began her MVH career as a Tray Aide in the Nutrition and Food Service Department. Erin has three grown children, Bridget, Leah and Michael. She and her husband Frank are avid gardeners and reside in Monongahela.
Ringgold High School Graduate Receives Volunteen Scholarship From MVHR Auxiliary Michael Lee Bedner of Charleroi is the 2009 recipient of the annual Volunteen Scholarship Award given by the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. Mon-Vale Health Resources (MVHR) is the parent company of Monongahela Valley Hospital. A graduate of Ringgold High School, Bedner received the $500 scholarship and commemorative certificate at the Auxiliary’s 31st annual Appreciation Dinner at MVH. The award recognizes Volunteens at Monongahela Valley Hospital and its Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center for their dedication and service. Michael Bedner is the son of John and Kim Bedner of Charleroi. Kim Bedner is a secretary at Ringgold High School, and John Bedner is a project manager at Ki, LLC. Auxilian Mrs. Ruthann Dulovich presented the awards to Mr. Bedner. It was explained that the time students give to the program, their scholastic standing and school activities are used as criteria for choosing the recipients. Also, to be eligible for the scholarship, students must have an interest in the health care field and must plan to attend an accredited school for further education in a medically-related field. Michael Bedner will attend The Pennsylvania State University at University Park in the fall majoring in Biology. At Ringgold High School, his class ranking was No. 1 out of 241 students, coupled with many other honors, awards and his commitment to community service. "Michael volunteered in the Coronary Care Unit every summer since 2005 and contributed to the efficiency of that unit,” Mrs. Dulovich said. Michael expressed appreciation to the Auxiliary and hospital staff for their ”time,
Auxilian Mrs. Ruthann Dulovich presents the Volunteen scholarship award to Michael Lee Bedner.
understanding and help” in providing the opportunity to be a Volunteen. “This is the best experience I’ve ever had,” Michael said, “and I wish I could stay. I would recommend this program to anyone.” Mr. Bedner compiled more than 1,000 hours of community service at the hospital, the Carroll Township Fire Department and Our Lady of the Valley Parish, as an altar server and lector. He maintained a 4.0 grade average throughout high school while following a busy extracurricular schedule. He was a member of the RHS varsity swim team, Ski Club, Spanish Club, Pennsylvania Math League, Science Olympiad and, since the seventh grade, a member of the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science. The Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources sponsors the Volunteen program for young volunteers who wish to offer patient services and amenities for the sick, elderly and physically impaired. The program is open to all area high school students who are at least 14 years old or have completed the ninth grade.
Hetrick Sisters of Finleyville Shine at World Championship Horse Show The Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) and the Appaloosa Youth Association (AYA) would like to congratulate Alissa Hetrick of Finleyville, PA, on her accomplishments at the 2009 World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show, June 29-July 4, in Jackson, MS. Alissa and her Appaloosa gelding, Flash Me Freddie, rode their way into the Top Ten in the Figure Eight Stake Race, 13 & Under. Alissa and “Freddie” earned third place in the class, and she couldn’t be prouder of herself or her Appaloosa. ApHC and AYA would also like to congratulate Krista Hetrick of Finleyville, PA, on her accomplishments at the 62nd National Appaloosa Show & 2009 World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show, June 22-July 4, in Jackson, MS. Krista and her Appaloosa gelding, Taris Rebel, rode their way to victory in multiple classes. Krista and “Rebel” kicked off their hot streak with a win in the open Rope Race—one of the show’s most competitive classes—during the National Show. The pair fought out their opponents of all ages to earn a National Champions hip in the class!
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MVHR Auxilians Honored With Service Awards
Receiving awards for hours of service are members of the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc., are, from left (front row): Helen Messerotes, Amy Brown (who was honored for 5,000 hours) and Sandy McLuckie; (back row): Marsha Barcelona, Margaret Pennline, Marie Erbe and Carolyn Barger.
Honors were plentiful at the 31st annual Appreciation Dinner of the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. Presentation of service awards to seven volunteers was a highlight of the event at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Awards recipients were: 5,000 Hours – Amy Brown; 2,500 Hours – Marsha Barcelona and Margaret Pennline 1,000 Hours – Marie Erbe, Helen Messerotes and Sandy McLuckie 500 Hours – Carolyn Barger Awards were presented by Mrs. Maureen Lusk, president of the Auxiliary, and Patrick J. Alberts, senior vice president and chief operating officer at MVH.
Auxiliary’s Annual Monetary Gift Enhances Diagnostic Services At MVH Patient services at Monongahela Valley Hospital again have been enhanced, thanks to the commitment and generosity of the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. That point was emphasized as the Auxiliary presented $66,500 as its traditional monetary gift to Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc., the hospital’s parent company, at the volunteer organization’s 31st annual Appreciation Dinner. Mrs. Maureen Lusk, president of the Auxiliary, presented the 2009 contribution to Louis J. Panza Jr., president and chief executive officer of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc., at the event in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center. Mrs. Lusk emphasized that the monetary gift “represents the dedication, commitment and work of all” of the nearly 200 members of the Auxiliary. This year’s benevolence brings the Auxiliary’s total contributions for the past 31 years to $2,880,204. “This is truly an amazing figure,” Panza told the Auxilians. “It represents the total commitment you and those who preceded you have in advancing services in our health system and, more important, enhancing the health of our patients and our community.” Panza said part of this year’s monetary gift will be used to expand the hospital’s cardiovascular stress testing unit, provide mobile
MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL AUGUST EVENTS Unless otherwise noted, the following programs will be held in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) at Monongahela Valley Hospital. AARP 55 Alive Refresher Driving Course Monday, August 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ECC. The cost is $12 per person for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Preregistration is required. For more information, call 724-258-1234. Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, August 4, 5, 6 at 8:30 a.m., ECC. 3-day, 2-hour per day education series that focuses on diabetes selfmanagement and care. To register, call 724258-1483. Breast Cancer Support Group Wednesday, August 5 at 6 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-258-1455. Baby Care Class - Monday, August 10 at 6:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. Learn baby care basics with upto-date information at this instructional session for parents-to-be.For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229). Lipid/Glucose Screening - Tuesday, August 11 from 7 to 11 a.m. Finleyville. Healthy Directions, Monongahela Valley Hospital’s health information and resource center at 6116 Brownsville Road Extension, Suite 107, Finleyville, will offer Lipid and Glucose Screenings. A 12-hour fast is required. Fee is $12. Results are sent to your physician. Advance registration is requested at 724-348-6699.
Maureen Lusk, president of the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc., presents the donation of $66,500 to Monongahela Valley Hospital President and CEO Louis J. Panza Jr.
sleep lab equipment and purchase four new intensive care hospital beds. In addition to the money designated for the patient diagnostic and medically enhanced items, this year’s Auxiliary monetary gift also included a $500 scholarship awarded to Volunteen Michael Lee Bedner of Charleroi, whose service complemented the Auxiliary programs. “Let me re-emphasize how much we appreciate your financial contributions,” Panza told the Auxilians. “These monetary gifts represent your dedication and work. All of you are to be commended for this success and for perpetuating the legacy of giving of yourselves to help others that the Auxiliary has enjoyed for more than 100 years.
RSDS Support Group - Tuesday, August 11 at 6 p.m., ECC. The Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Support Group is free and open to all persons with RSDS or related illnesses. For more information, call 724-929-9492. Prostate Cancer Support Group Wednesday, August 12 at 6 p.m., ECC. The Prostate Cancer Support Group is free and open to all persons with prostate cancer and their families. The discussion will be lead by Andrew J. Zahalsky, M.D. and Lori Lasich, CRNP, from the MVH Regional Cancer Center. For more information, call 724-292-9404. Innovations In Urological Conditions Thursday, August 13 at 6 p.m., ECC. Call 724-258-1234 for registration or more information.
Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, August 18, 19, 20 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. 3-day, 2-hour per day education series that focuses on diabetes self-management and care. To register, call 724-258-1483. Cancer Survivors’ Dinner - Friday, August 21 at 5 p.m., ECC. Anyone who has just received a cancer diagnosis, is currently battling cancer or has been cancer-free for decades is invited to participate. The featured speaker is Tania Chaney discussing “I Can Cope – Keeping Well in Mind and Body”. The Cancer Survivors’ Dinner is free for survivors and a $10 donation is requested for one guest. To reserve a seat, please call 724-258-1455 by Tuesday, August 11. I Can Cope® - Tuesday, August 25 at 6 p.m., ECC. I Can Cope® - Taking Charge of Money Matters is a workshop offered in conjunction with the American Cancer Society designed to help families take charge of financial concerns during cancer treatment. To register, call 724-258-1455. Public CPR Instruction - Tuesday, August 25 at 6 p.m., ECC. The $30 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required at 724-684-9536. Advanced Carbohydrate Counting Wednesday, August 26 at 6 p.m., ECC. Diabetes self-management class that focuses on carb counting with everything you need to know. How to measure the upward drive each meal has on blood sugar and information on the glycemic index. For more information or to register, call 724258-1148. Auxiliary Ice Cream Social - Thursday, August 27 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., ECC. Chill out at the Auxiliary Ice Cream Social. The a la carte luncheon menu includes salads, sandwich and beverages and features a make your own sundae bar. Parking is free. For more information, call 724-258-1167. Infant/Child CPR - Thursday, August 27 at 6 p.m., ECC. Infant/Child CPR classes are offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center. The $25 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required at 724-6849536. Breast-feeding Class - Monday, August 31 at 6:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. For more information, call 724258-BABY (2229).
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JEFFERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER EVENTS FREE EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY Counseling Center Caste Village Mall, Suite M123, Whitehall Free seminars from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call 412-469-7100. Psychological Methods for Pain Management, August 24 Alleviating Depression, September 14 FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS IN THE COMMUNITY Wal-Mart Pharmacy, West Mifflin Free blood pressure checks conducted by healthcare professionals from Jefferson Regional Medical Center on August 12, 19 and 26 and September 9 and 23, from 9 to 11 a.m. LOW-COST SERVICES AND CLASSES AT JEFFERSON REGIONAL Diabetes Education: Take Control of Your Diabetes: Four-part series with a certified diabetes educator on September 8 and 15, 1 to 3:30 p.m., and September 10 and 17, 1 to 3 p.m. Physician referral and registration required. Call 412-469-5234 to register. Senior Services Computer Classes: $45 for two, two-hour sessions. Call 412-469-7099 to register. Classes include: Buying and Selling on eBay, August 18 and 25, 5 to 7 p.m. AARP Driver Safety: September 21 and 22, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Jefferson Room. Fee: $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-AARP members, payable to AARP. Call 412-4697099 to register. LOW COST SERVICES AND CLASSES IN THE COMMUNITY Jefferson Regional Wellness Center 712 Clairton Blvd., Pleasant Hills Personal Nutrition Coaching: Individualized nutritional counseling with a registered dietitian. Free for Highmark insurance members. $60 for non-Highmark members. Free parking. Call 412-469-7100 to register.
Eat Well for Life II: Starts August 10, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Four-week lifestyle improvement program, a continuation of Eat Well for Life I. Acquire a new taste for better eating and wellness to last a lifetime. Free for Highmark insurance members; $65 for non-Highmark members. Free parking. Call 412-469-7100 to register. Discover Relaxation Within II: Starts September 1, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Four-week lifestyle improvement program designed to identify and reduce individual stressors through learned relaxation techniques. Free for Highmark insurance members; $65 for non-Highmark members. Free parking. Call 412-469-7100 to register. Dr. Dean Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease 2033 Lebanon Church Road, West Mifflin Dean Ornish Reversal Program, one-year lifestyle modification program begins August 25, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; additional sessions begin September 14, 5 to 9 p.m., or September 22, 5 to 9 p.m. Cost is insurancebased for Highmark and UPMC Health Plan. Call 1-888-676-4744 to register. The Walnut Place at Summerset 4584 Browns Hill Road, Squirrel Hill Dean Ornish Reversal Program, one-year lifestyle modification program, begins September 1, 5 to 9 p.m. Cost is insurancebased for Highmark and UPMC Health Plan. Call 1-888-676-4744 for details. FREE EVENTS AT JEFFERSON REGIONAL Hip and Knee Pain Seminar on causes of and treatments for knee and hip pain, on August 11 or September 8, 10 to 11 a.m.; Call 412-469-7100 to register. Sleep/CPAP/BIPAP Open House: Includes free sleep disorder screenings, CPAP/BIPAP mask fittings and equipment check, and tours of the Sleep Disorder Center Just walk in, Wednesdays, 7 a.m. to noon, or by appointment. Call 412-469-5981 for details.
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Kidney Stones By Karen Barnum, RN EP, MS
Three studies confirmed that taking more than 2,000 mg of Vitamin C for three to six days resulted in higher levels or oxalate in the urine. The recommendation is 500 to 1,000 mg of Vitamin C per day.
A kidney stone is a solid mass that forms in the kidneys from substances normally found in the urine, typically calcium combined with oxalate or phosphate. One in seven men and one in 15 women will be diagnosed with kidney stones in their lifetime, and those statistics are increasing, according to David Goldfarb, clinical chief of the nephrology division at New York University Medical Center. Kidney stones – if small enough – will pass out of the body in the urine without causing discomfort. But some stones become as large as pearls or even golf balls and some have jagged surfaces. If they become stuck somewhere along the urinary tract, they can cause serious pain. Recurring stones can cause kidney infections and kidney damage. Family history and where you live are factors that influence the odds that you will develop kidney stones. A study showed that residents of the southeastern United States had roughly a 20 percent greater risk of stones than in other areas of the country. The warm weather makes you sweat, which makes your urine more concentrated if you don’t replenish the fluids. Concentrated urine is a breeding ground for kidney stones. When people relocate from areas of moderate temperature to areas with warmer climates, there is evidence of increased risk of kidney stones. Being overweight increases your risk as well. Women who gained more than 35 pounds since young adulthood had an increase of 75 percent over women who didn’t gain weight. Men who gained more than 35 pounds had an increase of 40 percent than men who kept their weight stable. Researchers found that overweight people excrete more calcium and oxalate in their urine which increases the risk of stones. Diabetic individuals have an increased risk of stone formation. The ability of the kidneys to excrete acid changes. This affects the acidity of the urine and increases the risk of stone formation. Drinking 64 ounces of water a day is one way to help prevent kidney stones. Consuming calcium in your food also binds the oxalate in your gastro-intestinal tract. The bound oxalate is excreted in the stool which leaves less oxalate to be absorbed into the blood and later excreted in the urine. Calcium supplements did not have as much effect on the oxalate as naturally occurring calcium in foods. Foods high in calcium include dairy products and green leafy vegetables. Foods high in oxalate are spinach, rhubarb, almonds, baked potato with skin, bulgur, beets and navy beans. Some Vitamin C is metabolized to oxalic acid in the body. It is recommended against taking mega doses of vitamin C. Three studies confirmed that taking more than 2,000 mg of Vitamin C for three to six days resulted in higher levels or oxalate in the urine. The recommendation is 500 to 1,000 mg of Vitamin C per day. Kidney stones are very painful and anyone who has had this experience will do all they can to avoid a repeat occurrence. Good hydration, consuming foods high in calcium and being cautious of foods high in oxalate are good guidelines for skipping stones.
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Canonsburg General Hospital to Present â&#x20AC;&#x153;Prevention and Management of Low Back and Neck Pain Physical Therapist and Director of Rehabilitation Anne Veres, DPT, MPT, ATC, will discuss the prevention and management of low back and neck pain on Wednesday, August 12 at 7 p.m. in the McNary Conference Center. Her presentation will include a review of the anatomy and physiology of the spine, common conditions and treatment options, proper body mechanics and an interactive demonstration of therapeutic exercises for the back and neck. The program is free to the public. To register, call Physician Access at 1-877-284-2000.
Healthy Directions Announces August Programs and Events Monongahela Valley Hospital's Healthy Directions health education and resource center at 6116 Brownsville Road Extension, Suite 107 Finleyville will celebrate the following national health events in August: â&#x20AC;˘Cataract Awareness Month: During Cataract Awareness Month, ophthalmologists across the country want people to know that they don't have to live with vision loss from cataracts. More than 95 percent of cataract surgeries are performed without complications and result in significant improvement in vision. Anyone interested in this topic are encouraged to stop in for free information. In addition, Healthy Directions will present August program as follows: August 11, 2009 Lipid/Glucose Screening 7:00 am to 11:00 a.m. A 12 Hour Fasting is required Fee is $12.00 and all results will be sent to your Doctor Any questions please call 724-348-6699 Healthy Directions offers on-site laboratory services for blood and urine analysis are from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Monday through Friday. A doctor's prescription is required for all laboratory tests conducted at Healthy Directions. Blood drawn and urine specimens collected at the Finleyville station will be tested at the Laboratory at Monongahela Valley Hospital and results of the testing will be sent to the physician designated by the patient. Healthy Directions/Finleyville is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. In addition to special programs and screenings, Healthy Directions features a health education resource library of books, pamphlets, videos, and other information. A referral service also is available, as well as private health education counseling. Additional information is available by calling 724-348-6699.
Toning - Shaping - Stretching Classes in South Park
If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re experiencing neck pain, find relief at the Centers for Rehab Services. Our knowledgeable therapists are experts at helping you recover from injuries, increase strength, and build the endurance you need to pick up right where you left off. As part of UPMC, we offer the leading treatments in physical and occupational therapy. Best of all, with over 40 locations, our clinical excellence â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and your relief â&#x20AC;&#x201D; are closer than you think. To schedule an appointment at any of our convenient locations, visit upmc.com /CRS or call 1-888-723-4CRS.
Do you need some help to become a healthier you this summer? Get up and get moving to the South Park Township Community Center where a variety of classes are being offered. A certified instructor will help you tone and shape every part of your body and is always accessible to assist you in a non-competitive setting. The workouts are sure to make a difference and the price cannot be beat. Need some help on your posterior? Check out the new Friday "Booty Blast" class. Power Cut/Lifting - Mondays from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. This is a training class using bands and weights. Floor work concentrates on the abs and the lower body. We bring the gym into the group fitness environment. Floor and More - Wednesdays from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. This class is a full half hour dedicated to working the legs, abs, and posterior. Weights are also used for the upper body, finishing up with an allover body stretch. Booty Blast â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fridays from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. This class is dedicated to one-half hour of different and varying exercises for the posterior. The routine involves standing and on the floor using bands and weights followed by one-half hour of ABS and stretching. Overweight and Out of Shape - Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. - Gentle, effective, fun, non-competitive, health exercise and guidance. Routines are designed to increase muscular strength and range of motion. Hand weights and tubing are used in various positions such as seated, standing, and on the floor. Call Fran at 412-835-1151 to find out more information about these classes.
Canonsburg General Hospital to Present, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Women: Take Your Health to Heartâ&#x20AC;? Canonsburg General Hospital will continue its year-long Women & Wellness series with, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Women: Take Your Health to Heart.â&#x20AC;? This free program, to be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 6 will be presented by board-certified cardiologist David Burkey, M.D. Dr. Burkey will provide an overview of heart disease and discuss the risk factors, signs and symptoms specific to women, along with steps to lower heart disease risks. To register for this free program, call Physician Access at 1-877-284-2000.
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Easy Tips To Elevate Your Walk To A Workout (NAPSI)-There's an easy way to shape up that's accessible, affordable and can accommodate even the busiest of schedules-it's walking. No wonder it's the No. 1 fitness activity for adults. And with the simple addition of a few fitness goals and a pedometer, you have everything you need to elevate your walk to a workout.
Walk It Out
A Passion for Pedometers One of Braganza's favorite tools is a pedometer, which can keep track of the steps you're taking and give you a benchmark for measuring progress. Stanford School of Medicine research shows using a pedometer can increase physical activity by about 2,000 steps-or an extra mile-each day, proving it's also a great motivational tool that can push you to go further.
Further Your Finish Line "I arm all of my clients with a pedometer to ensure they're still held accountable, even when I'm not there," Braganza said. "It's like having a personal trainer in their pocket that keeps pushing them to go further." Braganza recommends the GOsmart Pocket Pedometer from Omron, which features smart sensor technology, making it one of the most accurate pedometers available. Using smart sensors, it can count steps whether it's clipped at your hip, buried in your pocket or even attached to your bag, and since there are no moving parts, there's no annoying clicking sound. Trusted for its
When it comes to keeping fit, walking is more than a step in the right direction.
accuracy, this line of pedometers lets you track steps taken, calories burned and distance walked. Coupled with a seven-day memory, it provides what you need to chart progress, compare to your goals and manage your shape-up strategy.
Free Downloadable Tip Sheet Braganza's other get-fit tips include: â&#x20AC;˘ Warm Up First. Before you walk, perform some dynamic stretching exercises (arm circles, hip circles and leg lifts) to get your blood flowing and reduce the risk of injury. Always wear comfortable shoes, preferably ones with arch support. â&#x20AC;˘ Mix It Up. Add variety to your walking program, especially if your personal fitness goal includes weight loss. Try alternating intervals of fast walking with intervals at a slower pace. Walking up hills is also great for a challenge. â&#x20AC;˘ Add Cardio. Include some upper body exercises as you walk, such as arm reaches overhead or to the sides, to add another dimension to your walk and increase calorie burn. Hold small water bottles while you do the exercises for added resistance. Visit www.gosmartpedometers.com to download all of Braganza's tips.
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Many people don't realize the walking they already do each day is a positive step to help them get fit. Studies at the Stanford School of Medicine have uncovered a long list of benefits from walking, including reduced body fat, lowered cholesterol and blood pressure as well as increased flexibility and mental well-being. It's widely recommended that adults take 10,000 steps a day, the equivalent of about five miles, which can be achieved by walking 30 to 60 minutes at one time or in multiple 10-minute increments over the course of the day. Walking is also a key component to many fitness plans, including that of trainer-tothe-stars Ramona Braganza, who's helped shape some of the hottest bodies in Hollywood, from Jessica Alba to Halle Berry. "For me, being fit is a lifestyle. I'd be bored just going to the gym every day. That's why I always recommend walking to my clients as a great form of exercise," Braganza said. "Adding a few easy things into your daily routine can help you make sure that every step counts."
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Food & Dining Dairy Foods Provide Affordable Health Benefits Important Findings for Children and Adults (NAPSI)-The economy has Americans digging deeper to save money, so it is more important than ever to make nutritious choices without putting additional strain on the wallet. The timing couldn't be worse, as many Americans are overweight, yet undernourished when it comes to critical nutrients. Fortunately, nutrient-rich dairy foods remain an affordable choice for people looking to get more nutrients for their dollar. "Americans are striving to improve nutrition and healthy eating habits," says Dr. Penny M. Kris-Etherton, Ph.D., RD, professor of nutrition at Pennsylvania State University. "The review of research featured in the current issue of the Journal of the American College of Nutrition (JACN) underscores the importance of dairy foods in a daily diet." Together, low-fat and fat-free milk, cheese and yogurt provide a unique package of
nine essential nutrients at a low cost per serving-calcium, potassium, phosphorus, protein, vitamins A, D and B12, riboflavin and niacin (niacin equivalents). While the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends those ages 9 and older consume three servings of low-fat or fat-free dairy foods each day, Americans on average consume only half of the recommendation each day. Research featured in the JACN supplement shows consuming more dairy foods: • Helps kids meet nutrient needs. Concern over child nutrition is at an alltime high and children between the ages of 9 and 18 need, on average, four servings of dairy a day to meet calcium recommendations and at least three servings to meet magnesium recommendations. • Strengthens bones. Dairy foods contribute to bone health at every age. Three servings of dairy foods each day help pro-
vide the bone-building nutrients calcium, protein and vitamin D, which are important for strong bones. • Assists in maintaining a healthy weight. A diet containing three daily servings of dairy foods has a favorable impact on body weight and composition compared to diets containing less than the recommended amount. • Builds a more balanced diet. Together, dairy foods provide the nutrients Americans do not consume enough of, like calcium, potassium and magnesium. The most practical way to help meet nutrient recommendations may be to add an extra serving of dairy foods to the suggested daily intake. • Helps maintain a healthy blood pressure. Low-fat and fat-free dairy foods play a key role in the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, which has been shown to lower blood pressure and prevent
For more information on the health benefits of dairy foods, visit www.NationalDairyCouncil.org.
hypertension. Low-fat diets including a combination of fruits, vegetables and dairy products produce the greatest reduction in blood pressure compared to diets high only in fruits and vegetables.
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Greek Food Festival in Monessen Sept. 18 - 20 Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church, in Monessen, PA will be holding a Greek Food Festival September 18 – 20, 2009. Festival hours are from 11AM – 10PM on Friday and Saturday, and 11AM – 4PM on Sunday. Enjoy all of your favorite Greek foods and pastries, including our famous GYROS! Featured entertainment for the weekend festival will be as follows: • Friday and Saturday evening - Live Greek and American music by “Paniyiri”. • Saturday evening – By popular demand, a special performance by the renowned “Grecian Odyssey Dancers”. The St. Spyridon Junior Greek Dancers will also be performing at various times during the Festival week-end. Saint Spyridon Church is located at 1205 Grand Blvd. in Monessen. For questions or additional information, please call 724-684-5411.
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PHYSICAL REHABILITATION Q: Why does it hurt when I move my shoulder like this?
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES LEAH IN FINLEYVILLE ASKS: Q: I just inherited a beautiful strand of cultured pearls from my Aunt, but don't know anything about caring for them. Can you pass on any tips?
A: Because pearls are soft they can easily damage from the environment and cosmetics. Put them on only after you've applied makeup, perfume and hairspray. Wipe pearls with a damp soft cloth every time you wear them and store in a soft pouch to prevent scratches. Never store in plastic bags, this can dry them out and cause yellowing. If pearls are really dirty you can rinse them in a solution of water and mild dishwashing liquid, but do not soak them or use jewelry cleaner. Lay pearls on a clean towel and dry thoroughly. Thank you for your question.
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Ask a question like this to someone, and you invariably get the response “well just don’t move it like that!” In reality, they should be telling you to consult a physical therapist. Christopher Morin, MPT Physical Therapist, Facility Shoulder pain of gradual onset usually occurs with adults 30 to 70 Director years of age. A common diagnosis for this type of onset is shoulder Centers for Rehab Services impingement, which can impact all aspects of daily life. A physical therapist, using range of motion, joint mobility assessment, muscular strength tests, and research-backed special tests can then determine not only what is causing the pain but also how to effectively treat the shoulder The treatment of shoulder impingement can be viewed as progressing along a continuum. Ultimately, normal range of motion, strength, and shoulder joint mobility are restored using modalities and exercises prescribed by a physical therapist. When the patient demonstrates normal shoulder movement during strenuous overhead activity without pain, the individual is then released to occupational or sport activity. If you have any questions regarding physical therapy Chris can be reached at Centers for Rehab Services, Belle Vernon at 724-379-8187. Centers for Rehab Services Willowbrook Plaza 4627 Route 51 Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-379-8187
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MEDICAL CARE Q What should I do if I get a severe sunburn? A Sunburns are very common during the summer months. For immediate relief, apply cool compresses or soak in cool water. Aloe vera gel and moisturizing lotion have been used for years to help soothe sunburns, although very little evidence supports their effecMary Parks Lamb, MD tiveness. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (ibuprofen, naprosyn, Medical Director etc.) can ease pain and inflammation when used within the first 24 Urgent Care Center hours. Topical and oral steroid medications (prednisone, hydrocortisone cream, etc.) have not been shown to be helpful. If blisters occur, do not pop them but allow them to rupture on their own. Apply antibiotic ointment to soothe skin and prevent infection once blisters open. Avoid any further sun exposure until your skin has healed. Wear loose, soft cotton clothing on burned skin. Most sunburns will not scar although pigment changes can occur, especially if damaged skin is exposed to more burning rays of the sun. Be sure to protect yourself in the future by staying out of the sun between the hours of 10am and 4pm, wear protective clothing, and use sunscreen. Urgent Care Center affiliated with The Washington Hospital 3515 Washington Road, Krebs Center, McMurray 724.969.4321 www.theurgentcarecenter.org
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Kids & Family Ringgold Area Girl Scouts Enjoy Successful Day Camp
Crayfishin’ At Mingo Park
It was an exciting week in July at Mingo Creek County Park as the Ringgold Girl Scout Community celebrated its 8th annual Day Camp. The theme for this year's camp was “Sports and Games.” Almost 200 campers and volunteers enjoyed an action packed week. Camper units were named for local sports teams. Each day, campers traveled to various stations where they participated in sports and game related activities. In ‘Crafts’, campers learned to make their own shirt up-tights, hacky sacks, juggling sticks, and marshmallow shooters. At the ‘Concession Stand’, they made a variety of delicious snacks such as pizza pitas and armpit fudge using the campfire and other creative cooking techniques. ‘Girl Scout Ways’ taught campers songs and games each day. At the ‘Lady Rams’ station, campers participated in mini clinics sponsored by the Lady Rams basketball, soccer, and volleyball teams where they learned training exercises and playing techniques. Mr. Howard Mincone of Finleyville entertained the girls with juggling and taught them basic skills using their hand-made hacky sacks. The ‘Girl Power’ station had guest presenters each day. Mr. Joe Ravasio presented healthy living ideas and got the campers moving with some fun exercise competitions. Full Circle Karate taught self-defense techniques to the campers. Cross-country and track coach, Ms. Jen McMichael taught warm-up techniques and took campers on a mini cross-country run. The Three Rivers Fencing Center allowed campers to experience proper fencing stances and sword positions, and to see fencing competition up close. Friday was Fun Day where campers participated in kickball, bingo and archery. To earn service hours, the sixth and seventh grade cadets spent the week planning two stations where campers ran obstacle courses, played water games and tried their hand at various skills games. Mr. Joe Wooes from the Pittsburgh Children's Museum provided story time. The week ended with the traditional Retiring of the Flag Ceremony. Organizers Betsy Curry and Tara Schmidt would like to thank all of the guest program presenters and especially the many volunteer workers without whom camp would not happen. The next camp is set for July 12-16, 2010. If you are interested in being a guest presenter, would like to donate goods or services, or would just like to get involved with the Ringgold Girl Scout Community, please contact us at www.gswpa.org. Recruitment for new scouts and leaders will be held from 6:00 -7:30pm Aug. 27 at Gastonville Elementary Center and Aug. 28 at Monongahela Elementary Center.
Mingo Creek Park is a beautiful spot and always a fun place to visit. Area kids had an opportunity recently to take part in a “Crayfish Hunt” sponsored by the park - one of the many activities available to visitors during the summer months. The kids had a great time and learned a bit about nature.
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Will you puhleeze get in the net!
Skylar and AJ compare their catches.
Hey guys, look at the big one under the tree.
Grandma gets in the act too.
Mom has her hands full.
Everyone’s catch gets looked over before they release their crayfish.
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Ants at Our Picnic Pre-school Program The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering a Preschool Program in Mingo Creek County Park on Tuesday, August 4 and Wednesday, August 5 at shelter 4. There will be two sessions available each day: • Session I – 10:00 – 11:15 a.m. • Session II – 1:00 – 2:15 p.m. This month’s program will be “All About Ants”. Also, this will be the annual pre-school picnic. Hot dogs and marshmallows will be roasted over an open campfire. Pre-registration is required and can be made by calling the Parks and Recreation Office at 724-228-6867. Adult should plan to attend, no pets please. Fee is $2 per child.
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Kids Farm Camp at Trax Farms Trax Farms, located on Rt. 88 between Finleyville and Library will hold “Kids Farm Camp” on Wednesday and Thursday, August 5 & 6, and 12 & 13. Camp will run from 11:00 am – 12:00 noon and be held in our air conditioned events room. $5.00 per class per child. Please sign up early, class size is limited!! The camp will have two age groups: Little Sprouts – ages 3 – 5, and Junior Gardeners – ages 6 – 9. The Kids Farm Camp topics will be as follows: • Wednesday, Aug 5 – “What type of plant is it?” • Thursday, Aug 6 – “Leaves are more then just green!” • Wednesday, Aug. 12 – “Flowers for fun and food!” • Thursday, Aug. 13 – “Time to dig in the dirt!” Join us for fun, information, stories and activities!!
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Pro Basketball Returns to Pittsburgh Area Pittsburgh Phantoms Will Play Home Games in Elizabeth Township By Paul Chasko
Ringgold Names 132 to 2008-2009 Athletic Director’s All-academic Team
The Pittsburgh Phantoms Logo was unveiled at the press conference. Uniforms will be black and gold with black worn at home games.
One more pro sports team will be wearing the black and gold for Pittsburgh. The Pittsburgh Phantoms are now a charter member of the Global Professional Basketball League (GPBL). The GPBL looks to be a premier developmental league providing a professional opportunity for skilled players beyond the college level. The league could have as many as six divisions. The Phantoms will be playing in the Northeast Division which is most likely to be fully populated with teams prior to the beginning of scheduled play in January of 2010. In addition to the Pittsburgh squad, team organizations have committed from Lancaster, Canton, North Jersey, Barberton and Baton Rouge. Teams will be playing a 32 game schedule followed by playoffs in April. The Phantoms and the league are moving ahead with player signings, staffing and alignment with sponsors. Players go one-on-one in the The Phantoms will play their home games at the Court Phantoms tryouts. Time Sports Center in Elizabeth Township. Their administrative staff will also have its offices in the Center. The Phantoms held their initial press conference there on Wednesday, July 1 to announce the signing of its first 2 players - Kevin Menifee (South Allegheny HS/Texas A&M Corpus Christi) and Brian Urso (Fox Chapel HS/Point Park University). Brian Urso had the honor of being the first player signed to the Phantoms. “I’ve been playing basketball my entire life and am pursuing a dream,” said Urso. General Manager Bill Miller commented, “I’d like to draw from local players whenever possible and we’re interested in anyone with talent. Age is no barrier, but you must be at least 18. If you can play, we want you.” An open tryout was held at the Court Time Sports Center on Sunday July 12. Eighteen players took part in the tryouts – some were by invitation and some were walk-ons. Among the mostly local talent were Connellsville standout James Hairston holding 10th place in WPIAL scoring and former Steeler Russell Stuvaints. The three hour tryouts were intense as the coaching and training staff looked over what could be the core of the new team.
Prospective Phantoms get tryout instructions from the coaching staff at center court.
Brian Urso (center), the first player officially signed by the Phantoms smiles as Asst. General Mgr. Barry Beale (left) congratulates Phantom General Mgr. Bill Miller (right).
Ringgold School District’s Athletic Director Mr. Lloyd C. Price announced that 132 Ram student-athletes were named to the 2008-2009 Athletic Director’s All-Academic Team, besting last year’s mark by 15 students. The overall grade-point average (GPA) for all athletic teams was a 3.12, an improvement of last year’s 3.04 figure. Of those named to the Athletic Director’s All-Academic Team, an impressive 48 boasted perfect 4.00 GPAs and 32 others posted at least a 3.75 grade point average. To be named to the Ringgold Athletic Director’s All-Academic Team, a student-athlete must achieve a 3.5 or higher GPA and participate in at least one sport. The volleyball team placed 60% of its roster on the team and led the athletic department with a 3.52 GPA. Twelve volleyball players made the team, led by four perfect 4.0 GPAs. The future is also looking bright as all but one of the players on the all-academic team are underclassmen. The girls swimmers took 2nd place with an impressive 3.48 GPA and can boast five members of the team which are all returning to the pool next year. 3rd place went to the girls’ soccer team which was just behind with a 3.47 GPA and a school high eight female student-athletes with a 4.0 GPA. The boys cross country team finished with a 3.28 GPA to lead the boys’ sports. 19 cheerleaders and 18 boys’ soccer players led the athletic department in the most student-athletes per team. Over 75% of the athletic teams had a 3.0+ GPA for their sport and nearly half had over 40% of their roster on the Athletic Director’s All-Academic Team.
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Local Boxing Update By Steve “Skeets” Levandosky THE ROYAL PLACE, JUNE 28 105lbs. Brookline’s Matt Conway “S.P.B.C.” vs. Sancez Giles “Thurgood Marshall Boxing,” Ohio. From the first bell to the last bell, Conway was in control of the fight. The Ohio boy was against the ropes and eating a lot of leather most of the time. But when the verdict was announced, to much surprise, Sancez Giles gets the decision. BATTLES AT THE BALTIMORE HOUSE, JULY 11 This event was a fundraiser for South Park Boxing Club. Paul Spadafora “The Pittsburgh Kid” even showed up to watch the fights, shake hands and sign autographs. The parking lot was packed with hundreds in attendance. S.P.B.C. had 5 of the 13 fights. 165lbs. Mike Hall from Finleyville and “S.P.B.C.” in his first fight takes on Matt Brown of “3rd Ave Gym” Pittsburgh Brown stung Hall right of the bat. Hall received an 8-count but later regrouped between rounds and actually finished stronger than Brown. The Finleyville boy landed some nice left hooks to the head at the last bell. When the judges cards are in Pittsburgh’s Matt Brown wins the battle.
180lbs. Females - Ashley DeCarolis of Penn Hills and “S.P.B.C.” in her first fight versus Jawana Steals of “Stay Off The Streets Gym”, Ambridge. In the first round, both girls come out slugging and pounding each other to the face. In the second round, Decarolis hurt Steals with a huge right hand to the face. The Referee awards Jawana an 8-count. Ashley again scores big with her combos, and when the Ambridge girl’s corner throws the towel in the ring, Ashley DeCarolis wins R.S.C. in the second round.
Baldwin’s Nazeem Islamov pounds away at Nino Walker at the Baltimore House on July 11.
165lbs. Nazeem Islamov of Baldwin, and “S.P.B.C.” via “Russia, The Motherland” dukes it out with Nino Walker of “Warren Boxing”, Ohio Islamov did a 360 from his last fight using his boxing skills this time, and landing hard, stiff jabs to snap Walker’s head back. Islamov found his range with his right hand and scored big throughout the fight. The score cards read Nazeem Islamov wins the fight. 114lbs. Luke Gloeckl of Brentwood and “S.P.B.C.” tangles with Travis Jerig “Zanesville P.A.L.”, Ohio Gloeckl starts the action with a quick two fisted attack that had Jerig reeling to the ropes. Gloeckl kept pouring on the hard punches, and Jerig kept soaking them up and was still standing at the final bell. Luke Gloeckl was to much for the Ohio boy as he wins the decision.
Brian Kelly of South Park Boxing Club lands a right hand bomb that shook Josh Newton in the Super Heavy Weight action.
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Brentwood’s Luke Gloeckl twists Travis Jerig’s head and neck with a powerful right hand.
201+ Super Heavyweights - 270lbs. Brian Kelly “S.P.B.C.” from North Versailles vs. 278lbs. Josh Newton of Zanesville,Ohio Well over 500 lbs. between these 2 mammoths. Kelly starts the action scoring with telephone pole like jabs. Brian then wears
Ashley DeCarolis of South Park Boxing Club and Jawana Steals go toe-to-toe.
Josh down with a vicious body assault. The Ohio kid was tough but not tough enough as Brain Kelly wins the decision. A special “Thank You” goes to Louie Vassilaros, owner of the Baltimore House, Mike Farnan Ring Announcer, and Gary Collisan The Idealist for making this a successful night for the South Park Boxing Club! ALL FROM BALTIMORE HOUSE (PHOTOS BY STEPH)
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Clairton Little Leaguers Shine Take Top Two Spots in Allegheny Valley Instructional League
2009 Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame Athletes and Inductees
By Paul Chasko
With so many kids wanting to participate in sports these days it’s not uncommon to have several teams from the same community in league play. What doesn’t often happen is for two teams from the same commuThe Mt. Vernon Team shows off the league 3rd place trophies. nity playing in the final championship game of the season. Several weeks ago the playoffs were winding down with three teams remaining in the Allegheny Valley League. Mt Vernon, the Clairton Cubs and the Clairton Athletics played in the final two games to decide 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. When the dust The jubilant Clairton Cubs – Champs in the settled on the field: the Allegheny Valley Instructional League Clairton Cubs were the champs with the Clairton A’s taking the silver and Mt. Vernon wrapping up third place. It was an exciting end to a season in Clairton.
The second place Clairton Athletics (A’s), coaches and trophies.
The 2009 Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame High School Scholar Athletes were honored at the banquet ceremonies at The Willow Room on June 19. Pictured are (Front row l-r): Kelly Plava of Yough, Ta'Nesha Anderson of Monessen, Hannah Shaner of Elizabeth Forward, Cori Stark of Belle Vernon Area, Christine Pankrate of California, Stacey Knox of Brownsville, Aly Lee of Charleroi, and Samantha Jenkins of Ringgold. (Back row l-r): Tyler Chaussinand of Monessen, Ryan Styche of Elizabeth Forward, Taylor Andrisko of Charleroi, Ben Carson of California, Nathan Roll of Yough, Zachary Wardle of Belle Vernon Area, and Tom Sherred of Ringgold. Photo credit: Grilli's Studio of New Eagle Meet the 2009 Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame inductees honored at The Willow Room in Rostraver Township on June 19 at banquet ceremonies. (Seated l-r): Andy Dzurinko of Monessen, Carlton Brown for father Felton, Sr. of Belle Vernon, Roger Valdiserri of North Belle Vernon, and Judge Reggie Walton of Donora. (Standing l-r): Donald Peters of Belle Vernon, Dr. John Verkleeren of Charleroi, and Dr. Fleming Mosely of Monessen. PHOTO CREDIT: GRILLI'S STUDIO OF NEW EAGLE
Isaiah waits for the throw in the semi-final game with Mt. Vernon.
Carrick Sportsmen’s Club Seeks Rifles, Shotguns for Shooting Programs
The Clairton Cub’s First Baseman heads over to cover the bag.
Another hit for the Clairton A’s against Mt. Vernon
The Carrick Sportsmen’s Club (CSC) is asking the community to consider donating firearms that are no longer used to their junior shooting programs. The club conducts Junior Rifle and Trap programs for the scouts and youth of the community and needs to replace some of the older rifles and shotguns used in these programs. If you have recently acquired a rifle or shotgun that you no longer use or have never used and don’t know what to do with it, please consider donating it to the CSC. For further information, call the club at 724-348-7941.
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School News Sonshine Tree Preschool Now Enrolling According to the U.S. Department of Education, preschool plays a large role in later academic success. “Children in high quality preschools display better language, cognitive, and social skills than children who attended low quality programs.” They have longer attention spans, stronger social abilities, and better language and math skills well into their elementary school careers. In fact, 20 or 30 years later, they’re more likely to graduate from high school, more likely to hold high paying jobs, even more likely to own their own house. Sonshine Tree Preschool, a high quality preschool located at Crossroads Ministries in Finleyville, is now enrolling for the 20092010 school year and invite you to enroll and give your child the loving head start they need in school. Classes are for 3, 4, and 5 year olds and provide Christian instruction in a fun, loving and caring environment. The focus is on Kindergarten readiness through hands-on, interactive learning. Students work with dedicated teachers in small class sizes to develop these skills: practical, listening, fine motor, speaking, gross motor, computer, social and emotional. Curriculum includes development of reading readiness, creative and musical arts, work habits, math readiness and physical health. Classes also enjoy educational field trips. Sonshine Tree Preschool is located at Crossroads Ministries on Route 88, Finleyville, which is one mile south of Trax Farms overlooking Mineral Beach. Call Rhonda Barner at 724-348-1620 with questions and visit www.sonshinetreepreschool.com.
Newly Renovated Thomas Christian Preschool Opens Thomas Presbyterian Church is pleased to announce the opening of their newly renovated preschool program, Thomas Christian Preschool. The new preschool will offer classes for three and four year olds. Not only have we given the classrooms a major facelift with new furniture, and decorations, but also our curriculum has been updated to reflect the important skills children will need as they enter Kindergarten, along with Christian values. This hands on program will expose students to language arts and math while incorporating art, music, fitness/movement, and a love of literature. Our new Director, Terri Cottrill, has been hard at work during this renovation, updating curriculum, and hiring qualified teachers. Her experiences as a mom, preschool teacher, elementary school teacher, and parent volunteer in her own children’s schools, have provided her with the expertise and experience to provide your child with a safe, spiritual, educational experience in an environment where fun and learning go hand in hand! We are very excited to launch the Thomas Christian Preschool in September 2009. The Preschool is located at 1068 Linden Rd, Eighty Four, PA. The new preschool is only 7 minutes from Waterdam Plaza and is convenient for all children in the surrounding school districts, such as; Peters, Canon-Mac, and Ringgold. Anyone wishing to learn more about our 3 and 4 year old programs or to enroll for the Fall term, please contact Terri Cottrill at 724-941-8910.
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Head Start Enrolling Now For Next School Year The Head Start programs of Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh are currently enrolling children, age three to five, for the upcoming school year. Head Start is a federally-funded program that provides pre-school children with comprehensive and flexible programming. It is designed to promote kindergarten readiness by increasing language development, pre-reading, pre-math, writing, science and social skills. Children with special needs (for example, speech delays, disabilities, or individualized education plans) are welcome. Head Start is a quality education service that is free of cost to families that meet the required federal income guidelines. Loss of a job or reduced hours due to recession will help some families’ eligibility. Automatic income qualifiers include living in the house of friends or family, foster children, SSI, TANF cash assistance, TANF subsidized childcare, and TANF related employment/education training programs To enroll your child, call 1-866-214-KIDS (5437). For more information about the early childhood education programs offered by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services and the City of Pittsburgh visit www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/headstart.aspx.
3rd Annual Sparkle Day at South Park Elementary Center The PTO for South Park Elementary Center will be holding the 3rd annual Sparkle Day on Friday, August 28. The event will run from 4-7pm. This is a chance for new and not-so-new students to get ready for the new school year. Let’s kick off the new school year with fun, games, food and some friends. Students will have the chance to “meet and greet” their new teachers and even catch-up with their past teachers. There will be pizza, hot dogs, popcorn, and ice cream treats for sale. Admission will be $2.00 for adults (Middle school students and up) and SPEC students are free and younger. Tickets are for sale at the door. We hope everyone comes out to help kick off the new school year. Attention PTO Members! We need your help to make this event a success. The committee will be scheduling just 1 hour blocks of time to sign up to help. Please contact Sue Perkun at 412-655-7540 to volunteer for an hour or whatever time you can give. See you at SPEC SPARKLE DAY!
Sixth Grade Orientation at Ringgold Middle School An orientation program will be conducted for incoming sixth grade and new seventh and eighth grade students and their parents on Tuesday, August 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ringgold Middle School in the Ringgold School District. The program will introduce students and parents to specific school policies and procedures. Questions will be answered by the school administration, counselor, and a tour of the building will be conducted. Student schedules and room assignments will be given to students when they arrive the first day of classes.
Peters Township High School Says Goodbye to YFU International Exchange Student from Mexico Irving Escobedo Ibarra, a 18 year old high school exchange student, recently returned home to Mexico after spending the last school year living with a local host family and attending Peters Township High School as a Youth For Understanding USA (YFU) International Student. During his tenmonth stay, Irving experienced the US culture through immersion in an American family, school, and community, while also sharing his own culture with his new American family, friends, and community. YFU is one of the oldest and most respected international high school exchange organizations in the world. Since 1951, more than 240,000 high school students from across the globe have participated in YFU exchange programs. The challenges and experiences that they encounter while on exchange helps prepare them for their opportunities and responsibilities in an increasingly interconnected world. As a non-profit organization supported by volunteer representatives in local communities and affiliate YFU organizations in more than sixty countries around the world, YFU is committed to high standards of program quality and student safety. Each international student is matched with a carefully selected and screened host family and receives continual support and guidance from trained YFU volunteers for the duration of the exchange program. If your family would like to consider the possibility of engaging in an unforgettable and meaningful cross-cultural exchange by opening your heart and home to a YFU International Student like Irving, we want to hear from you! Please contact PA Field Director Kaiti Corbett-Stork at 1-800872-0200 ext. 213, or kcorbett@yfu.org.
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Automotive This bike started as a 1989 Harley Soft Tail Custom, but most everything except the frame has been customized. Owner Don Bick of Gastonville (shown with his girlfriend, Donna Selepec), says that the bike placed 2nd at the Daytona, FL show this year, and was selected as “Best Bike of the Year” by Cycle Source magazine two years in a row.
John Cofano of Baldwin was proud to relate the story of how this 1955 Buick Special has been in his family since it rolled out of the dealer’s showroom.
Gearhead Rendezvous! Finleyville Car Cruises Deserve an Award By Ken Askew
If you would like to show off your special car, or gawk at other’s cars in an informal atmosphere, and maybe enjoy a cold beverage and a hot meal, then you belong at the car cruise on Friday nights at the Beach Room / Tiki Bar (Route 88 at Mineral Beach) in Finleyville. What you will experience is a friendly crowd of car aficionados admiring a sea of sparkling chrome, colorful paint jobs, and the roar of big-block engines feeding ‘glass-pack mufflers. What you won’t find here are registrations, entry fees, snooty judges nitpicking your car for competitive trophies and prizes, or collectors’ dash plaques. There is no charge to show or view this gathering of eclectic cars. This impressive display encompasses more than just the wide array of custom, restored, classic, exotic, antique, sports, and muscle cars; there are also pick-up trucks and dozens of motorcycles. You might spot the latest rage: rat rods. Some of the more unusual cars that have shown up include a Yenko Camaro, a Ronny Sox dragster, a Keith Black Hemi Cuda, and a 1923 Bugatti. The oldest cars chugging in were a Stanley Steamer and Model A’s and T’s. This car cruise started about seven years ago, and gets bigger every year. It starts around the first of May, and continues as long as the weather is reasonably nice--usually until October. Drivers and their cars normally start showing up around 4:00 PM, and stay until Midnight or so. On average, 300 cars are on display each Friday, but the number has reached as high as 700. Approximately 2,000 spectators roam the parking lot to gaze at the machines. Chris Morford is in charge of managing the event. He described the scene as “A really great place to bring the whole family, to come hang out and see great cars.” Just remember the golden rule of car shows: Please don’t touch the vehicles! Let the good times roll!
Harry Wilkop of Elrama brought this classic 1957 Chevy Short Bed pickup truck.
This modified 1930 Ford 5-window coupe (the windshield is not counted in the total) was driven in by Ray Kent of Elco.
Car shows always have a contingent of Corvettes and Mustangs, which have a friendly rivalry. They usually don’t park next to each other, but these two seem to be peacefully co-existing.
Host of the event is the Beach Room / Tiki Bar on Route 88 north of Finleyville.
Rick Brown of McMurray shows off his 1947 Lincoln Continental Cabriole, with a “Continental” spare tire mount and a V12 motor.
Union Township was represented by Mike Moore’s 1967 Ford Cobra. In the background is a rat rod.
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Summer Conditions Stress Out Autos (NewsUSA) - Whoever said, "It's summertime, and the living is easy," hasn't looked under the hood of an automobile. Stopand-go traffic, dusty roads and air conditioners running full blast put extra stress on automotive systems. "In today's tough economy, motorists may be tempted to put off automotive maintenance, but neglect will cause your vehicle to wear out sooner, burn more gasoline and pollute more than a regularly serviced car," notes Martin Summer conditions can stress vehicle components, so car Lawson, editorial director of owners should not neglect routine maintenance. National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), an independent nonprofit dedicated to improving the quality of automotive service and repair through the voluntary testing and certification of automotive technicians. "What's worse, a minor problem can become an expensive headache if neglected."
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ASE OFFERS THE FOLLOWING TIPS TO HELP YOU CHOOSE AN AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR FACILITY: Start shopping for a repair facility before you need one. Arrange for alternate transportation in advance so you will not feel forced to choose a shop based solely on location. Look for a neat, well-organized facility, with vehicles in the parking lot equal in value to your own and modern equipment in the service bays. Look for a courteous staff, with a service consultant or technicians willing to answer your questions. Look for policies regarding estimated repair costs, diagnostic fees, guarantees, and acceptable methods of payment. Ask whether the repair facility specializes or whether it usually handles your type of repair work. Look for signs of professionalism in the customer service area such as civic, community, or customer service awards. Look for evidence of qualified technicians: Trade school diplomas, certificates of advanced course work, and certification by ASE indicate the presence of professional, trained technicians. ASE-certified technicians wear blue and white ASE shoulder insignia and carry credentials listing their exact areas of certification. Look for the ASE sign. Employers of ASE-certified technicians often display the blue and white ASE sign. Facilities with a high percentage of ASE-certified professionals may also be members of the Blue Seal of Excellence Recognition Program. Reward good service with repeat business and customer loyalty. For more information, including seasonal car care tips, visit www.ase.com.
Gillece Transmissions Celebrates Twenty-Five Years in Business By Andrea Earnest Gillece Transmissions is celebrating their 25th anniversary. They began offering transmissions services in 1984 at their first location in Brentwood. They opened their first satellite location at 6060 Library Road in Bethel Park in 1990. They have since grown to four locations, including one on Rt. 8 in Hampton and one on Rt. 19 in Cranberry. Their original location has since moved to Rt. 51 in Overbrook. Gillece’s Bethel Park location is at Gillece specializes in drive train, transmis6060 Library Road (Route 88). sions, transfer cases, and rear differential, but they also offer general work on brakes, etc. A lot of their general work is done at the Bethel Park location, but if more work is needed, it is sent to their Overbrook location. They work on all trucks and cars, foreign and domestic, and on manual and automatic transmissions. The shop on Route 51 in Overbrook is their main warehouse. On the second floor, they do their transmission rebuilding. They have a dynamometer to calibrate transmissions before installation. Six re-builders work on their second floor, as well as a dynamometer operator and parts manager. On the first floor they have a machine shop and two machinists. Among the four locations, they employ about 30 people and have grown considerably since they first opened at their location in Brentwood. Their Bethel Park location can be reached at 412-835-6199, and their hours are from 8:30 A.M. to 5 P.M. Monday through Friday and 9 A.M. to noon on Saturday. Gillece Transmissions is ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified; a member of ATRA (Automotive Transmission Rebuilders Association); is a AAA-approved shop, and a member of the Better Business Bureau.
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Monongahela Area Public Library 813 W. Main Street Monongahela, PA 15063 (724) 258-5409 Kennywood Day The library will be closed August 5 in support of Monongahela’s Kennywood Day. Summer Reading Club Summer Reading Club activities conclude with Nature Crafts on Monday, August 3 at 10:30 and Library Jeopardy on Thursday, August 6 at 1:30. All participants of SRC activities and on-line book logging are invited to a pizza party on Monday, August 10. Please call to register for the party before August 8. New Hours As of August 15, the library will be open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday 10 – 5. The library will be closed on Friday and Sunday.
Peters Township Public Library 616 East McMurray Road McMurray, PA 15317 (724) 941-9430 Family After Hours Movie Night Are movie prices getting you down? Not sure how to spend time with the family on a budget? We have just the solution for you! Join us for our monthly Family After Hours Movie Night, complete with popcorn! Movies will be shown in the Teen Reading Room using the overhead projector and big screen. All ages welcome Friday, August 7 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Children’s Programs Sign-ups for the library’s Fall Programs begins August 24 for Peters Township residents and August 31 for non-residents. For a complete list of all fall children’s programs, visit our programs web page at www.ptlibrary.org/programschildren.html.
Girl’s Night Out Ages: Girls in grades 4th - 8th and their moms / caregivers Mondays, August 3, September 14, October 5, November 2 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. It’s a girls night out! This after-school group meets once a month - just us girls! Enjoy reading together, watching chick flicks, and sharing in this special motherdaughter book club! Register in the Children’s Department. Fans of Fantasy Book Club Ages: Grades 4 -8 Thursdays, August 27, September 24, October 22, November 19 from 6:30 8:30 p.m. Attention Harry Potter lovers! Now that the last book has come out ... what do we read next? Fans of fantasy get together for a fun-filled night of games, snacks, prizes, crafts, movies, and much more! Join us as we meet once a month to talk about the new books we’ve read and what we’ll read next. Register in the Children’s Department. Watercolor Pencil Drawing Ages: 4 - 6 4 weeks, August 10 – 24, Tuesdays from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Cost: $13.00 plus supplies Ages: 7 - 13 4 weeks, August 10 – 24, Tuesdays from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Cost: $15.00 plus supplies Students will learn basic drawing techniques with watercolor pencils. Register at the library’s circulation desk; please see supply list when registering. Young Adult Programs A list of our fall programs for Young Adults is available on our website at www.ptlibrary.org/programsyoungadults.h tml. You may register for fall programs at the Teen Desk, except where noted otherwise. Library Lock-in Ages: Grades 6 - 12 Friday, August 7 - Saturday, August 8 from 9:00 p.m. - 9:00 a.m. Have you ever wondered what happens after the library closes for the night? Now is your chance to find out! Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with your
friends at the Library Lock-In. Stay up all night watching movies, eating food and playing games. Many surprises and fun are in store. Registration is required, but free of charge. Sign up today at the Teen Desk! Soul Calibur IV Tournament Saturdays, August 15, September 12 from 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Check in is at 11:30 a.m. Game play will begin at 12:00 p.m. You must check in before 12:00 p.m. in order to play. Ages: Grades 6 - 12 Cost: $2.00 Registration is required for each tournament session and is limited to 16 players. Register at the Teen Desk. What’s within your soul? The Teen Reading Room is hosting the first ever XBox 360 tournament, featuring the popular game, Soul Calibur 4. 16 players will compete to participate in the Grand Tournament of Souls on September 19. Each month, the first and second place winners will receive prizes. Questions? E-mail the Young Adult Librarian at youngadultlibrarian@ptlibrary.org. Afternoon Movie Lounge Thursday, August 6 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Have you seen our “big screen”? With our overhead projector, prepare to be amazed! We’ll be getting together to watch movies (nothing rated above PG13) in the cool comfort of the Teen Reading Room. You choose the movies and we’ll provide the popcorn! Adult Programs Word Processing 3 Wednesday, August 5 from 7:00 - 8:45 p.m. Cost: $5.00 In this class, students will learn about templates, multiple columns, adding graphics, mail merge, and discuss compatibility issues related to the Microsoft Office 2007 programs at the library. Preregistration is required. Registration is not complete until payment is received; register at the library’s circulation desk. Producing a Newsletter Wednesday, August 19 from 7:00 - 8:45 p.m. Cost: $5.00 In this class, students will learn how to produce a slick newsletter using
MSWORD. Includes how to set up columns, how to include photos, artwork, tables and more. Registration is not complete until payment is received; register at the library’s circulation desk. Advanced Computer Graphics Wednesday, August 26 from 7:00 - 8:45 p.m. Cost: $5.00 This class is designed for individuals who want to go beyond the basics. 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. “Roots” Genealogy Club 2nd Tuesday of the month from 1:00 3:00 p.m. Interested in learning more about your roots? Join us for an informal gathering as we share resources, information and methods for exploring your family’s history. All are welcome. Memorabilia and other items of interest are encouraged! Register at the library’s circulation desk. Photo Club 2nd Wednesday of the month from 7:00 9:00 p.m. Cost: $15.00 (annual dues) The Western Pennsylvania Lensshooters Photography Club meets in the library on the second Wednesday of every month except July and August. The club, begun in 1981, is dedicated to providing a forum where members can learn from guest speakers and from other members techniques to improve their photography - both film and digital. An annual juried exhibition provides an opportunity for members to display their photographic skills. Annual dues for the calendar year are $15.00, payable in January to the club treasurer. Pleasant Hills Public Library Adult Programs Adult Wii Play August 3, 10, 17, 24 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Have fun using Wii Sports and Wii Play without the distraction of children and teens. Golf, bowl, play tennis and more on this interactive gaming phenomenon.
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Free Blood Pressure Screening by HCR Manor Care August 3 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Juice, snack and free gift provided. Writers’ Group August 4 at 6:30 p.m. Conversation Salon August 7 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Adult Summer Reading Party August 13 from 6:00 -8:00 p.m. Celebrate the end of the summer reading program with food, prizes and book discussion. Community Day at Mowry Park August 15 visit the library booth from noon to 5:00 p.m. for sand art craft and paperback books, t-shirts and tote bags sale. Book Club Group August 17 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Selection: I See You Everywhere by Julia Glass After Hours Wii Family Party August 21 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Pizza, sno-cones, Snacks and games. $5.00
donation for a family of 5. Registration requested.
South Park Township Public Library 2575 Brownsville Road South Park, PA 15129 (412) 833-5585 Children and Teen Programs Summer Reading Wrap Up Party Tuesday, August 11 at 1:00 in the Community Center. Please call the library to register at 412-833-5585. Join the fun with Bill Pate and his Drum Trails program! Everyone will join the band! Family Storytime Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. through August 25. Webkinz Club Wednesday, August 12 at 6:30 p.m. Fairies and Elves Club Thursday, August 6 at 6:30 p.m.
Legos Club Thursday, August 13 at 7:00 p.m. Adult Programs CSI: Chief Forensic Investigator at the Library Thursday, August 13 at 7:00 p.m. Edward Strimlan, Chief Forensic Investigator with the Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office will present a fascinating look at forensic services in Allegheny County. This program is not for young children (12 and over) and will contain some fairly graphic images. Please call 412-833-5585 to register. Preparing Your Estate Plan Wednesday, August 19 at 1:00 p.m. Do you know where your assets will go when you die? If not, this seminar will help to familiarize you with the basic steps of estate planning, including the function of a will and the different types of trusts. Ben Lodico, a financial advisor with Edward Jones will be presenting the program. An attorney wil be present to answer questions, as well. Please call 412-835-5585 to register.
Master the Art of Reading Summer Reading Club for Adults— thru August 24 Keep filling out slips for books you’ve read until the 24th! Whoever has read the most books by August 24th will win a great prize! South Park Beading/ Jewelry Design Group Wednesday, August 19 at 6:00 p.m. This beading group meets monthly to make new and original projects. The class is free; however, you will be purchasing in advance, the semi-precious stone beads that you need for each project. The average cost is $15-$20. Space is limited so please call to register. South Park Township Book Lust Club Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 p.m. Challenge yourself to read interesting and compelling novels with a great group of readers. New members welcome. This month’s selection is “The Geography of Bliss: One Grumps Search for the Happiest Places in the World” by Eric Weiner. Call 412-833-5585 to register. Library supplies the reading group books.
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Entertainment Live Music & Entertainment at Your Neighborhood Hot Spot!
PUMP UP the
AUGUST Altman’s Tavern (formerly Newman’s Restaurant and Lounge) 412-653-6440 • Pleasant Hills 1 -The Maguires 8 - The Majestics 22 - Brotherville 29 - Straight Up Badlands Bar & Grille 724-348-8030 • Finleyville 1 - Steeltown 8 - Lucid Factor 15 - Tres Lads 22 - TBA 29 - Heads Up Thursdays - Karaoke with Dave and Michelle Fridays - DJ with Dave and Michelle Bootsie’s Bar 412-672-1120 699 O’Neil Blvd, McKeesport Wednesdays - Free Texas Hold’em Thursdays - Ladies Night Fridays - DJ Chris Brass Monkey 412-233-3375 428 State St, Clairton Wednesdays - Bike Night Thursdays - Retro Karaoke Fridays - Bike Night Sundays - Late Night @ The B-Monk Club Octane 724-317-8326 227 McKean Ave, Charleroi 16 - Bebop Studios/Concert Chaos Battle of the Bands 21 - Beneath The Sky, Forever In Terror Denny’s Roadhouse 724-258-6232 3431 Rt. 136, Finleyville (corner of Ginger Hill Rd. & Rt. 136) Mondays - Free Pool Thursdays - Free Juke Box 9-1 Elrama Tavern 412-384-3630 1520 Rt 837, Elrama
1 - Katz School of Rock 2:005:00PM 15 - Scott Spahr 28 - Todd Jones 22 - Keith Urban Video Concert 9:30PM Floreffe Hotel Pizzeria & Lounge 412-384-9927 • Jefferson Hills Friday, August 7th - Father & Son Band 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM NO COVER!
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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
Freddie’s II 412-833-1830 2789 South Park Road, Bethel Park Thursdays - Magician Jason Christopher 6:30-8:30PM Hey Andy Sportsbar and Lounge 724-258-4755 1221 W Main St, Monongahela 1 - Broken Spoke 7 - 3G Project 8 - The Klick 14 - Whiskey Outlaws 15 - Matt Tichon 21 - Groove Doctors 22 - Bill Ali Band 28 - Fast Back 29 - TBA Thursdays - Karaoke Wednesdays - Jam Night The Hilton Garden Inn in Southpointe 724-743-5005 1000 Corporate Drive, Canonsburg Fridays – “Unplugged to the Hilt” Jazz Hot House Tap and Grille 724-258-4212 • Monongahela Entertainment 9:00PM - 1:30AM 1 - Karaoke/DJ 8 - Karaoke/DJ 15 - Ruff House 22 - Rhyme & Reason 28 - DJ Galiffa 29 - Jill West & Blues Attack Tuesdays - Karaoke/DJ Wednesdays - Ladies Night w/ Top 40 DJ
Thursdays - Open Stage w Host Jim O’Connor Fridays - Karaoke/DJ The Hunting Lodge 724-348-7984 3529 Washington Ave, Finleyville Fridays - Karaoke The Kickstand Bar & Restaurant 412-384-3080 1100 Hayden Blvd 1 - Blind Date 8 - Allegheny River Cats 15 - Black Magic 22 - The Jades 29 - Wizdom Pit Stop Bar and Grille 412 -384 -7487 1473 Rt. 837, Elrama 1 - Dirty Sanchez River House Cafe 724-565-5700 • Charleroi Entertainment - 9:30PM -1:30AM 1 - Black Dog Hollow 8 - DJ Galiffa 14 - Wizdom 22 - Backburner Rockin’ Willies Roadhouse 724-745-8844 • 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 (Rt. 88), Pittsburgh 14 - Lynchburg Hollow Roy’s By The Tracks 724-348-7118 3710 Rt. 88, Finleyville 7 - His Girl Friday 14 - Bill Ali 21 - The Jades 28 - Bucky Wednesdays - Karaoke w/ Brett Saturdays - Karaoke w/ Ricki Sundays - Karaoke w/ Ricki The Trolley Stop Inn 412-835-9600 6247 Library Rd, Bethel Park Every Sunday - Karaoke 10PM Every Friday - Magician Jason Christopher 7-9PM Valley Hotel 412-233-9800 1004 New England Hollow Rd Jefferson Boro Wednesdays - Karaoke w/ Frogster Every Friday - Open Stage Night - all musicians welcome Wally’s Pub/Fairway Inn 724-929-6677 136 State Rt. 981, Belle Vernon 15 - Blue Mtn Sky Fridays - Karaoke
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DONATE YOUR CAR, Truck or Boat to HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation. Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care of._________________________________________________ 1-888-544-9393 DONATE A CAR – HELP CHILDREN FIGHTING DIABETES. Fast, Free Towing. Call 7 days/week. Non-Runner OK. Tax Deductible. Call Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. 1-800-578-0408. _________________________________________________ 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. _________________________________________________ DONATE YOUR CAR – HELP DISABLED CHILDREN WITH CAMP AND EDUCATION. Quickest Towing. Non-Runners/Title Problems OK. Free Vacation/Cruise Voucher. Special Kids Fund. 1-866-448-3865. _________________________________________________ DONATE YOUR CAR…To The Cancer Fund of America. Help Those Suffering With Cancer Today. Free Towing and Tax Deductible. www.ccfoa.org. 1-800-835-9372. _________________________________________________
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------------ BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ---------ALL CASH VENDING! Do you earn $800 in a day? Includes 25 Local Machines and Candy for $9,995. 1-800-807-6486. _________________________________________________ $2,500 WEEKLY Processing our mail! Great opportunity! Postage, Supplies Furnished. Processors Needed Now! FREE Info! Call Speedline Publications NOW! 1-800-395-5972. _________________________________________________ HONEST INCOME from home processing our mortgage assistance postcards. No advertising. Postage and materials provided. References available. No gimmicks. 877-774-9295. _________________________________________________ $2500 WEEKLY processing mail. Great opportunity! Postage, supplies furnished. Free information. Call Speedline Publications. 1-800-3955972. _________________________________________________ All Cash Vending! Do you earn $800/day? Local Vending routes. 25 machines + candy. $9,995. 1-800-807-6485. (Void/SD,CT,MD) _________________________________________________ BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY IN THE CHRISTIAN MARKET Concessions available for only ONE person per city. Keep 100% of the revenue. Go to www.ChristianLeadersWanted.com or call 1866-894-5222. _________________________________________________
———— COMPUTERS ————NEW COMPUTER - Guaranteed approval! Bad credit? No Problem! Checking account required, No credit check. Name brands. www.BoostCredit.com 1-800-369-4906. _________________________________________________ COMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer running slow? Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine. Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest Microsoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724-348-6837. _________________________________________________ A NEW COMPUTER NOW! Brand name. Bad or NO credit - No problem. Smallest weekly payments avail. Call NOW 1-800-838-7127. _________________________________________________ GET A NEW COMPUTER - Brand Name laptops & Desktops. BAD or NO Credit – No Problem. Smallest weekly payments avail. It’s Yours NOW 1-800-932-3721. _________________________________________________
———— EDUCATION ————HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FROM HOME, 6-8 Weeks. ACCREDITED. Low payments. FREE Brochure. 1-800-264-8330 or www.diplomafromhome.com. _________________________________________________ ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from home. Medical, Business, Paralegal, Accounting, 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 x 412. www.continentalacademy.com. _________________________________________________
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Seeking energetic self-motivated individuals to manage day and evening shifts. Ability to multi-task. Strong leadership qualities and people skills. Duties include; phone order taking, operation of POS system, inventory and labor control, oversee cooks and drivers. Fast food management experience preferred. Will train. Call 724348-8844. WANTED - Auto detailers. Experienced only. 412-831-0581. Personal Car Assistant – Partially disabled veteran in need of personal care. 3 hrs. per day, 3 - 4 days per week. $8 per hour. Forward Township / Elizabeth area. 412-384-3480. _________________________________________________ Notary - Part-time. Must be detail oriented and outgoing. Have current commission - Will Train. Fax resume to: 724-348-6870. _________________________________________________ ROOFING & SIDING SUBCONTRACTORS NEEDED! 724-941-7833. _________________________________________________ Part Time Experienced Cook Wanted - 412-233-2626. _________________________________________________ Need a break? Part-time stylist wanted, flexible, minimal hours. Call Hair-O-Dynamics (724) 348-6220. _________________________________________________ Experienced Barmaid. Evening Shifts - 412-233-2626. _________________________________________________ Cooks & Bartenders Needed - Stop by in person, Monday nights after 7:00 p.m. Denny’s Roadhouse – Ginger Hill. 724-258-6232. _________________________________________________ Child Care - Sunshine Kids is now hiring loving, energetic people who enjoy working with children. Part time or full time positions available. Please call Tammy at 724-348-6565. _________________________________________________ $400+PT - $800+FT week/ Accurate data entry people needed.Type on computer from home. Flexible schedule, training provided. 1-800406-1712. _________________________________________________ EARN $1000 weekly assembling toys from home. NO selling & NO recruiting needed! www.safwa1.com. _________________________________________________ MYSTERY SHOPPERS! Earn up to $150 daily. Get paid to shop pt/ft. Call now 800-690-1272. _________________________________________________ SURROGATE MOTHERS from East Coast needed: Carry couples biological babies, prior birth experience required. Generous compensation. 1-888-363-9457, www.reproductivelawyer.com Melissa B. Brisman, Esq., LLC, 77 Market Street, Park Ridge, NJ. _________________________________________________ $12.00 GUARANTEED for every envelope stuffed with our sales materials. FREE 24hr information. 1-877-220-4470. _________________________________________________ AWESOME CAREER OPPORTUNITY. $20/hr/ $57K/yr, Postal jobs, Pd Training, Vac. Benefits. Call M-F, 8-5CST. 888-361-6551, Ext.1034. _________________________________________________ **BODYGUARDS WANTED** FREE Training for members. No Experience OK. Excellent $$$. Full & Part Time. Expenses Paid When Traveling. 1-615-228-1701. www.psubodyguards.com. _________________________________________________
POST OFFICE NOW HIRING! Avg. Pay $21/hour or $54K annually including Federal Benefits and OT. Paid Training, Vacations. PT/FT. 1866-945-0335. _________________________________________________ WORK AT HOME. Government Jobs, data entry, clerical benefits. $12$48 hr. FT/PT. Call 1-888-293-7370. _________________________________________________ Earn Up To $500 Weekly! Assembling Various Products At Home. No Exp! Easy Work! Part Time or Full Time. Call: 1-888-335-9661 Ad Code: X-25. _________________________________________________ FORCE PROTECTION SECURITY Details $73K - $220K!! Kidnapping Prevention $250 - $1000 daily!!! Call 1-615-891-1163, Ext.601 www.rlcenterprises.net. _________________________________________________ AIRLINES ARE HIRING: Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance. 888-349-5387. _________________________________________________ $$$ START NOW! $$$ Earn Extra Income Assembling CD cases from home! No Experience Necessary. Call our Live Operators for more information! 1-800-405-7619 Ext 2181. www.easyworkgreatpay.com. _________________________________________________ $$$WORK FROM HOME$$$ Earn Up To $3,800 Weekly Working from Home assembling Information packets. No Experience Necessary! Start Immediately! FREE Information. CALL 24hrs. 1-888-202-1012. _________________________________________________ ASSEMBLE MAGNETS & CRAFTS FROM HOME! Year-round Work! Excellent Pay! No Experience! Top US Company! Glue Gun, Painting, Jewelry & More! TOLL FREE 1-866-844-5091, code 5 **Not available MD** _________________________________________________ BODYGUARDS AND APPRENTICES WANTED FREE Training and Paid Apprenticeships. No Experience OK. Excellent $$$. Full & Part Time. All Expenses Paid When You Travel. 1-615-228-1701. www.psubodyguards.com. _________________________________________________ Earn up to $30 per hour. Experience not Required. Undercover shoppers needed to judge retail and dining establishments. Call 800742-6941. _________________________________________________
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———— HEALTH/MEDICAL/FITNESS ————ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION can be treated safely and effectively without drugs or surgery. Covered by Medicare/Ins. 1-800-815-1577 Ext.1000. www.lifecarediabeticsupplies.com. _________________________________________________ New Feather-Weight Motorized Wheelchairs AT NO COST TO YOU IF ELIGIBLE!! WE COME TO YOU! ENK MOBILE MEDICAL. 1-800-6938896. _________________________________________________ Take The Better Life Pharmacy Challenge. Make Huge Savings On Your Prescription Medications. For Quality Products and Better Service Visit-Meds4less.betterlifepharmacy.com. _________________________________________________
———— ITEMS FOR SALE ————5-piece black iron bedroom set. 4 poster canopy bed. Good condition. $200. 724-258-4232. _________________________________________________ Girls 26" Schwinn Speed bike. Blue. Excellent condition. $35. 412-2333152. _________________________________________________ RED SCHWINN ELECTRIC SCOOTER, BARELY USED, GREAT CONDITION $175. CHARGER INCLUDED. CALL 724-942-3929. _________________________________________________ FREE! – Upright Piano. Union Township. You haul. For details, call 724-348-7557. _________________________________________________ Running Boards Brand New - still in unopened box, Dee Zee, extruded aluminum, originally for 1988 GMC or Chevy pickup trucks, $200 firm. Phone: (724) 348-5797. _________________________________________________
Ski Exercize Machine - Similar to Nordic Track, exercizes legs and arms for skiing, $100 firm, Phone (724) 348-5797. _________________________________________________ Grandfather Plate - “The Skating Lesson”. Original Box & Certificate. $40. 724-222-3374. _________________________________________________ Various Baby Items for sale – Car Seats, stroller, walker, and many other items. All good condition. Call for information. 724-258-7205. _________________________________________________ Sachs Suburban Moped, 49 cc engine. Good Condition, 3,207.9 miles. $400.00. Call 412-897-0329. _________________________________________________ 8 foot Landscape Rake – 3 pt York brand in fair condition with optional wheel kit. Current retail over $1,500 plus $500 for wheel kit. Sacrifice for $800. 724-258-2332. _________________________________________________ 3 point spreader – 750 lb capacity 3 pt spreader for seed, granular lime, fertilizer, sand, etc. Cat. 1 hitch, Spin-type broadcast, One piece hopper, Shielded driveline, Adjustable delivery patterns, Stainless steel orifice doors. Good condition - $350 OBO. 724-258-2332. _________________________________________________ Plows – 3 bottom (4th removed) roll over style plows. Fair condition. Not used in several seasons. Includes free International corn planter in poor condition for parts if wanted. $600. 724-258-2332. _________________________________________________ SNOW THROWER – (used just 2-times!) – Yard Machines by MTD with Snow King 5 HP Tecumseh Engine. 22” clearing width. Works fantastic. Almost Brand new! I never use the darn thing and it takes up too much space in garage. Cost $575 new. Will sacrifice for $300 firm. Call 412-279-1117. _________________________________________________ Body by Jake Cardio Cruiser Exerciser. New – Assembled. Retail $199 — Sell $70. Two, 10-Speed Bicycles. Best Offer! CALL: 412714-8896. _________________________________________________ Carry all trailer, 4’ x 6’, no license needed, fits into 2 inch hitch. Call 412-831-8998. _________________________________________________ MTD Snowblower, good condition, 26”, 8 h.p. electronic start (needs repaired). Asking $450 firm. Call 412-831-8998. _________________________________________________ Little Tikes Vintage Outdoor Log Cabin Playhouse - excellent condition. The playhouse measures 60” high x 48” deep x 58” wide. You haul. $120 (cash only). 724-348-6994. _________________________________________________ Bike 16” boys Murray with training wheels and hand and coaster brakes. Mint condition – 2 years old – used only at grandma’s house $30. 724-348-6994. _________________________________________________ Cargo Carrier for 1 1/4 inch receiver. Really nice, lightweight, hitch Hauler.About 5 feet long, and out of aluminum. First $50.00. 412-7805998 call or text! _________________________________________________ Nordic gold weight machine $100. Excellent condition. 724-9383558. _________________________________________________ Chair Lift by Acorn. Nearly new, barely used. Indoor/outdoor chair lift. Chair is weatherized. Best offer. Call 724-258-7028. _________________________________________________ Impex Powerhouse Home Gym. Model WM 1403. Used Once. $30. Call 724-348-4859. _________________________________________________ Utility trailer, 5 x 10 with sides. In good condition. Have title and license. All steel construction. Asking $600. Call 724-348-8943. _________________________________________________
August 2009 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Page 77 CLASSIFIEDS Electric Wheelchair. – Brand new. Used only 10-minutes! Cost $5,000. Will sacrifice for $1,800 or best offer. Call 724-258-6896. _________________________________________________ Super Steelers Super Bowl games. 1970’s VHS tapes or DVD of the actual Super Bowl games including the classic commercials and prepostgame 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 412279-1117. _________________________________________________ For Sale: Many horse related items: saddle pads, show halters, bridles, bits and much more. Too many items to list. For a complete list of items send an email to: mimi_1919@yahoo.com - Please put “Horse Items” in the subject field of your e-mail. _________________________________________________ Cemetery Plots. Jefferson Memorial Park - 4 adjacent lots in “The Garden of the Well” Lot 112A. $2500/all. Can divide. 724-348-5072 _________________________________________________ Disk (farm), 5 ft. – 3 pt. hitch. $400. Call 724-348-5992. _________________________________________________ Trailer (farm), dual wheels, titled. $500. Call 724-348-5992. _________________________________________________ LAWNMOWERS! - Used Lawn Boys, Honda mowers, Snappers,All different types. 25 Lawn Boys, all 2-cycle. Great for landscaping. Self propelled and push. Taking trade-ins. Call 724-745-6489. _________________________________________________ Carry all trailer, 4 by 6 foot, can carry 500 pounds, turn signals, fits in_________________________________________________ two inch hitch, needs no license. $250 firm. Call 412-831-8998. KITCHEN CABINETS Premium Quality - Solid Wood & Dovetailed. Never Installed, Still in Boxes. 8x8 Uppers & Lowers, Asking $1,620. Retail was double. Other cabinets available. 412-494-3143. _________________________________________________ BEDROOM-BUNK BED-DR All never opened, still in boxes. Bedroom was $3,000, Sacrifice $775. BUNK BED ONLY $195, DINETTE ASKING $215. (Moving Out Everything) 412-494-3143. _________________________________________________ BEDS - “PLUSH/PILLOWTOPS, ORTHOPEDIC AND MEMORY FOAM” FULL... $169. QUEEN...$189. TWIN & KING MATTRESS, ALL NEW. SEALED IN PLASTIC W/10 YR. WARRANTY DELIVERY AVAIL. IMMEDIATELY. CALL 412-787-9128. _________________________________________________ BEDROOM 8-PIECE $975 NEW BOXED. ALL WOOD SLEIGH/MISSION WITH 10-YEAR WARRANTY. MATTRESS SET. HANDCRAFTED, DOVETAILED FURNITURE 412-494-7351. Will Deliver. _________________________________________________ SOFA & LOVESEAT-Also NEW SECTIONAL. Neutral Color, Microfiber. Both, still in original plastic. Sofa/Loveseat Only $595. Sectional asking $695. 412-787-9128. _________________________________________________ Promotional Products at deep discounts www.westcoastcustomlogos.com over 100,000 items at bulk pricing with custom embroidery. Can ship anywhere in the US. www.westcoastcustomlogos.com. _________________________________________________ MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS - CLARINET, FLUTE, VIOLIN, Trumpet, Trombone, Amplifier, Fender Guitar $70. ea. Cello, Upright Bass, Saxophone, French Horn, Drums $190. ea. Tuba, Baritone, Others. 1516-377-7907. _________________________________________________ High Cost of Cable Got You Down? GET DISH w/FREE install plans start at $9.99/mo. Over 50 Free HD Channels! New Cust’s only Call FREE for full details! 1-800-606-9050. _________________________________________________ MEMORY FOAM THERAPEUTIC NASA VISCO MATTRESSES. WHOLESALE! T-$299 F-$349 Q-$399 K-$499 ADJUSTABLES - $799. FREE DELIVERY 25 YEAR WARRANTY 90 NIGHT TRIAL 1-800-ATSLEEP. 1-800-287-5337. WWW.MATTRESSDR.COM. _________________________________________________ STEEL BUILDINGS - SUMMER SPECIALS. 30X40 Up To Unlimited Size. Quick Delivery. www.greylensteel.com. 1-866-802-8573. _________________________________________________ STEEL BUILDINGS ANY SIZE WELCOME - Spring SPECIALS. Steel Prices Are Down! ADDITIONAL discounts available. Don’t Wait! World Class Service. CALL NOW! www.greylensteel.com 1-866-802-8573. _________________________________________________
———— ITEMS WANTED ————BUYING OLD FURNITURE AND VARIOUS HOUSE CONTENTS. ONE ITEM OR ENTIRE ESTATE. CALL 724-255-2000 OR 724-9411827.
WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings, Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps or anything OLD! Please call me. Jim Gillespie at 412-979-7050 or home 724-348-6203. CLEAN FILL NEEDED IN THE FINLEYVILLE AREA 724-941-7833. _________________________________________________ Wanted - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, all worth money. Also, local and long distance towing. Call 412-498-1622. _________________________________________________ WANTED: PINBALL MACHINE, ARCADE VIDEO GAME & coin operated items, ANY CONDITION, cash paid, semi-quick removal. 412-5598477. E-mail: ed@ataboy.com. _________________________________________________ JUNK CARS WANTED! FREE Tow! C.T. Auto Recyclers. 724-3487467. _________________________________________________ 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! 724-745-6489. _________________________________________________ WANTED DIABETES TEST STRIPS - Any Kind/Any brand Unexpired. Pay up to $16.00 per box. Shipping paid. Call 1-713-395-1106 or 1-832-620-4497 ext. 1. Visit: www.cash4diabetesteststrips.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. _________________________________________________ Wanted 1985 & Newer Used Motorcycles & select watercraft, ATV & snowmobiles. FREE PICK-UP! No hassle cash price. 1-800963-9216. www.SellUsYourBike.com. Mon-Fri 9am-7pm. _________________________________________________
———— MISCELLANEOUS ————Horse Stalls available - private facility in Elizabeth, excellent care, daily cleaning and turn out, large indoor arena, outdoor and miles of trails. Hurry - only 2 stalls left. $420/month. (724) 348-8028. _________________________________________________ Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724-825-7233. _________________________________________________ Social Security Claims. 30+ years experience. No results = no fee. E-mail: claimsadv@juno.com or call 412- 915-8890. _________________________________________________ INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP seeks VOLUNTEER HOST FAMILIES Foreign Exchange Students arriving August. Open your heart! Host academic year or semester 800-647-8839 internationalfellowship.org _________________________________________________ * 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 callers. So call now, 1-800-795-3579. _________________________________________________ High Cost of Cable Got You Down? GET DISH w/FREE FREE installation! Over 50 Free HD Channels! Lowest Prices! Call 800-240-8112. _________________________________________________ ACR METAL Roofing and Siding. Low Cost, Fast Delivery, Agricultural, Commercial, Residential, Pole Barn Packages, Trims, Fasteners, Reflective Insulation, Door Track. Free Literature, 1-800-325-1247. _________________________________________________ DISH NETWORK’S BEST OFFER EVER! Free HD/DVR $9.99/mo. For over 100 All digital Channels. Call Now And Receive $600 Signup Bonus! 1-888-282-2892. _________________________________________________ High Cost of Cable Got You Down? GET DISH w/FREE FREE installation! Over 50 Free HD Channels! Lowest Prices! Call 877-469-2560. _________________________________________________ STEEL BUILDINGS ANY SIZE WELCOME - Spring SPECIALS. Steel Prices Are Down! ADDITIONAL discounts available. Don’t Wait! World Class Service. CALL NOW! www.greylensteel.com 1-866-8028573. _________________________________________________ $NEED CASH FAST$. $500, $1000, $1500 direct to your account. No Credit History Required. Get CASH now. For Details. www.TOPPLUSCASH.com. _________________________________________________ WANTED DIABETES TEST STRIPS Any Kind/Any brand Unexpired. Pay up to $16.00 per box. Shipping Paid. Call 1-713-395-1106 or 1832-620-4497 ext.6. www.cash4diabetesteststrips.com. _________________________________________________
AIRLINES ARE HIRING: Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance. 888-349-5387. _________________________________________________ BRAND NEW Laptops & Desktops. Bad credit, No credit - No problem. Small weekly payments - Order & get FREE Nintendo WII system! 1-800-932-4501. _________________________________________________ ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from home. Medical, Business, Paralegal, Accounting, Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial aid if qualified. Call 800-494-3586 www.CenturaOnline.com. _________________________________________________ $$$ACCESS LAWSUIT CASH NOW!!! As seen on TV. Injury Lawsuit Dragging? Need $500-$500,000++ within 24/hrs after approval? Compare our lower rates. CALL NOW 1-866-386-3692. _________________________________________________ **ALL Satellite Systems are not the same. HDTV programming under $10 per month and FREE HD and DVR systems for new callers. CALL NOW 1-800-799-4935. _________________________________________________ A NEW COMPUTER NOW!!! Brand Name laptops & desktops. Bad or NO Credit – No Problem. Smallest weekly payments avail. It’s yours NOW – Call 1-800-804-5010. _________________________________________________ A NEW COMPUTER NOW!!! Brand Name Laptops & Desktops. Bad or NO Credit – No Problem. Smallest Weekly Payments avail. It’s yours NOW – Call 1-800-804-7689. _________________________________________________ AIRLINES ARE HIRING – Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified – Housing Available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance. (888) 349-5387 _________________________________________________ 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. _________________________________________________ DIRECTV FREE 4 Room System! 265+ Channels! Starts $29.99! FREE HBO, Showtime, Starz! 130 HD Channels! FREE DVR/HD! No Start Costs! DirectStarTV. Local Installers! 1-800-973-9044. _________________________________________________ FREE DIRECTV 4 Room System! 265+ Channels! Starts $29.99! FREE HBO, Showtime, Starz! 130 HD Channels! FREE DVR/HD! No Start Costs! DirectStarTV. Local Installers! 1-800-620-0058. _________________________________________________ GROCERY STIMULUS PROGRAM Helping People just Like You! Get $1000 Groceries! Pay less than $20- Its True! Consumer Advocate Research Limited Time Offer Call Now! 1-877-301-7436. _________________________________________________ STEEL BUILDINGS: 4 only 2)24x36, 2)30x44. Must Sell! Selling For Balance Owed! Free Delivery 1-800-411-5869 x240. _________________________________________________
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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Mobile Home for Sale: 2 bedroom, South Park Mobile Estates $4,000. Call 412-855-7208. _________________________________________________
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. _________________________________________________ Baldwin High School class of 1964 Reunion to be held October 9 & 10, 2009 is looking for missing classmates. For further information, please call Carol Grundy Foster at 412-653-3313. _________________________________________________ Grocery Stimulus Program - Helping People Just Like You! Get $1000 FREE Groceries! Pay Only $3.90 Its True! Consumer Advocate Research. Limited Time Offer. Call! 1-877-301-7436. _________________________________________________
———— PETS ————For Sale: Many horse related items: saddle pads, show halters, bridles, bits and much more. Too many items to list. For a complete list of items send an email to mimi_1919@yahoo.com - Please put “Horse Items” in the subject field of your e-mail. _________________________________________________ Horse Stalls available - private facility in Elizabeth, excellent care, daily cleaning and turn out, large indoor arena, outdoor and miles of trails. Hurry - only 2 stalls left. $420/month. (724) 348-8028. _________________________________________________
———— REAL ESTATE ————FINLEYVILLE - One bedroom apartment, ranch style, no steps involved, equipped kitchen, large living room, plenty of closet space, energy-efficient, big backyard, good sun direction, parking space, near bus line, ideal for elderly. Rent $375 + utlities. Call 412-833-2089. FOR SALE Investment Property; price reduced, 6 residential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534. New Eagle Main Street. Office Space. Formerly physicians office. 1200 sq. ft. Rent Negotiable. 724-554-6534 or 724-258-3773. Apartments For Rent: Library, PA - 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments. Near Library VFD. Starting at $425-$725 + Utilities & Security Deposit * No Pets • Near to Public Transportation. Call for more info.: 724-225-6814. Mobile Home for Sale. 3 bedroom, Route 88 bus line. Inside gentle pet acceptable. Ringgold School District. Will consider a “Rent to Own” program with first and last months rent down. Monthly trailer rent is $100 to $200 per month, at 0% interest. Mobile Home Park rent is $200 per month and includes garbage. HUD accepted. Call 724-2589115. _________________________________________________ New Eagle – Private lot with 3 bedroom mobile home. Central air, new furnace. Land has all utilities. Ready to move in. Not accepting owner finance. $20,000. 724-328-1766. _________________________________________________ Forward Township – Large lot with electric and water. Suitable for mobile home. (Cabin City) off Pangburn Hollow Road. $12,000. 724328-1766. _________________________________________________ New Eagle Property $20,900, 1/2 Acre, 30x30 foundation with sewer, gas, water lines, nice quiet neighborhod. 449 3rd. Ave. off Cliffton. Call 814-648-1289. _________________________________________________ Monongahela – Very clean 2 bedroom, duplex. Nice, large, level yard. Two porches, off street parking. Close to restaurants and shopping. $490 per month + utilities. No pets. For more information: 724-344-4271. _________________________________________________
MONONGAHELA - 2-1 bdr’s, 1st and 2nd Floor – Equipped Kitchen, Furniture, Laundry facility and Much more! On Bus Line. Call 724244-8579. _________________________________________________ For rent - 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom mobile home in Brownsville. Location of property is 1113B Water Street. Inside gentle pet is acceptable with owners approval. Has large fenced in yard and storage shed. $400 per month plus utilities. First and last months rent required down. Call 724-258-9115. _________________________________________________ MOBILE HOME - Mingo Park Estates, Finleyville: Must sell 1992 Commodore 14 X 80, spacious 3 BR, 2 full baths with skylights, 1 with Jacuzzi, beautiful kitchen, A/C, shed, newer hot water tank & dishwasher. Well-maintained home with lots of storage. A steal at $22,000. Call for appt. evenings only 724-348-7620. _________________________________________________ Mobile Home ‘83, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, wood burner, covered porch. Mingo Park Est. $8,000.00. Call 724-348-4472. _________________________________________________ House for sale by owner, Jefferson Hills. 3 bdrm Ranch, 3.6 acres affords privacy. $220,000 or best offer. Call 412-655-1483 or 412384-4753. _________________________________________________
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LOCAL BUSINESSES, MERCHANTS AND SERVICES BAKERY
GARAGE DOORS
NEW EAGLE BAKERY & PIZZERIA - 161 Main Street - New Eagle. 724-258-8110. Daily Specials; LOVE AT FIRST BITE!! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
WUENSTEL BROTHERS GARAGE DOOR COMPANY – Second Generation family owned. Since 1977. Residential Replacement Specialists. 3526D Cliff Street, Finleyville. 724-348-7550. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
FINLEYVILLE AMERICAN LEGION – MorrisonRitchie 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. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
ZUBASIC BROS. HOME IMPROVEMENTS – New Seamless Gutters & Repairs 724-941-7833. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
BANQUET FACILITY/SOCIAL HALL
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. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WILL CLEAN YOUR HOUSE OR OFFICE! SPECIALITY CLEANING AND SPECIALITY JOBS. WEEKLY, BI-WEEKLY. MONTHLY, OR ONE TIME JOB ONLY. DEPENDABLE, AND REASONABLE RATES. CALL 412-589-3584. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
COMPUTERS
COMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer running slow? Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine. Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest Microsoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724-348-6837. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CONCRETE
GAETANO CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION Stamp/colored concrete on sidewalks, driveways, patios and retaining walls. 412-475-0053. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
DVD TRANSFER/ HOME MOVIES
HOME MOVIE TRANSFERS AND DVD MONTAGE CREATIONS BY DEB CHEPLIC. 8mm & Super 8mm projector movies transferred to DVD! Frame by frame digital transfers, with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set up fees. Add music and chapter menus. 724-258-5336. http://web.me.com/dcheplic/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
EXCAVATION
EXCAVATION SERVICES - Bobcat, backhoe, dump truck, french drains, utility lines, gravel, grating, hauling, foundations and sewer line work. Call Ernie at: 412-384-7337. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
FLORAL/GIFTS
FINLEYVILLE FLOWER SHOPPE – Your Hometown Florist! Flowers, plants, gift baskets and more. 3510 Washington Avenue, Finleyville. 724-348-5808. ___________________________________
GUTTERS
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. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
PIZZERIA
NEW EAGLE BAKERY & PIZZERIA - Main Street - New Eagle. 724-258-8110. Daily Specials; LOVE AT FIRST BITE! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
PLUMBING
FRYE BROTHERS PLUMBING - Registered Master Plumbers. Residential and Commercial. Locally Owned and Operated. Fully Insured and Certified. Ed Frye – (412) 841-6008, or Bob Frye – (412) 600-7905. www.fryebrosplumbing.com. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
RESTAURANT
THE KICKSTAND BAR & RESTAURANT - Open Daily 3 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Daily Specials; Homemade Soups. 1100 Hayden Blvd. 51 South. 412-3843080. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
SIDING / WINDOWS ROOFING
MEREDITH HOME IMPROVEMENTS – 30 years in business. If you need vinyl siding, roofing, windows or soffit and fascia done professionally, with no problems afterward and done at a reasonable price, we are the company to do it! We are so confident in your satisfaction that we require no money until the job is completed. www.MeredithHome Improvements.com. Call us today at 412-831-9991. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
TRANQUIL ELEMENTS - Tranquil Elements offers therapeutic and relaxation massages in my home or yours. New clients welcomed. Call Amanda Chase 412-217-6822 or email at tranquilelements@comcast.net Visit my website at. www.tranquilelements.net. ___________________________________
4 Acre Horse Pasture for Lease w/Sheds and Arena. $750/mo or 2 Acres $400/mo. Call 412-835-2560. _________________________________________________ Office Space For Rent – Finleyville. 1,300 square feet. Former site of_________________________________________________ Healthy Directions. $800 + Electric. 412-999-7163. FOR RENT - Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available! Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit #1507) at the new “Paradise Resort” in Myrtle Beach will provide you with all the comforts of home. 2 Bedrooms + Sleeper sofa; 2 Bathrooms; Lazy River; Hot Tub; Indoor/Outdoor Pools; Exercise Room; Oceanfront Balcony. For complete weekly and seasonal pricing, visit the website - www.oceanfront condorentals.com/ Paradise Resort.htm. For additional questions or to make a reservation call Oceanfront Condo Rentals Inc. at 843236-6623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507. _________________________________________________ BUY FORECLOSURES Use our money! Split Big Profits! You Find, We Fund! Free Kit: 1-800-854-1952, Ext.80. _________________________________________________ Costa Rica. Ocean, river, mountain views. 1-1/4 acre estate lots. Affordable paradise. Starting 75K. Excellent Terms, Financing Available. Mature development-pre-development pricing available. www.JoyaPacifica.com. 1-800-993-0962. _________________________________________________ GEORGIA: SHORT SALE 600ac Plantation 70mi East of Atlanta. 11 Bedrooms, w/Caretaker Housing, Barn, Kennels 25ac lake/pond. Sell Next 30 Days $2,875,000. 404-354-5872. _________________________________________________ ABANDONED FARM/NYS RIVERFRONT LAND Ponds, Streams,Apple Trees, Woods, Meadows, Utilities, ATV/Snowmobile Trails Close to Rt. 81! 7 AC - $125/Month; 33 AC - Riverfront $69,900, 15 AC - Riverfront $34,900. Financing Available, CALL NOW! 800-260-2148 MOOSERIVERLAND.COM. _________________________________________________ UPSTATE NY ABANDONED FARM! 10 acres - $29,900. Beautiful Cooperstown area acreage with apple trees, valley views, superb setting! 866-468-5907 www.upstateNYland.com. _________________________________________________ UPSTATE NY FARM ESTATE LIQUIDATION! 17 acres - $39,900. Tall pines, stone walls, near the lake! Gorgeous upstate NY setting! Terms avail! Hurry! 866-528-7971 www.upstateNYland.com. _________________________________________________ NYS RIVERFRONT/WILDERNESS LAND PONDS, STREAMS, WOODS, ATV/SNOWMOBILE TRAILS. MINS FROM RT 81. 6AC VALLEY VIEWS 29,900. 58AC POND/STREAM 79,900. 15 AC RIVERFRONT 34,900. CALL NOW! 800-260-2148 WWW.MOOSERIVERLAND.COM. _________________________________________________ Spectacular 108 Acre NH Lakefront Estate & Horse Farm. The Most Amazing Property Available Anywhere. $5,000,000. See website w/pictures: http://ViewWebPage.com/4PYS or Email- bendbenson@gmail.com. _________________________________________________ NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS, NEW! E-Z Finish Log Cabin Shell With Loft & Full Basement includes acreage $89,900. Financing Available 828-247-9966 code 02. _________________________________________________ UPSTATE NY FINGER LAKES FARM! 4 acres - $24,900. Waterfalls, stream, great views, gorgeous country setting near Watkins Glen! Priced below market! 888-898-7074 www.upstateNYland.com. _________________________________________________ UPSTATE NY VINEYARD COUNTRY! 10 ACRES - $39,900 Stream, awesome lake valley views, mins. to Seneca Lake! Incredible hilltop setting! Priced to sell NOW! 877-939-1697 www.upstateNYland.com. _________________________________________________
———— SERVICES ————GAETANO CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION - stamp/colored concrete on sidewalks, driveways, patios and retaining walls. 412-475-0053. _________________________________________________ “JUST HEMS!” - Specializing in shortening slacks, pants and jeans. Call Diane Lucci at 724-348-6752. _________________________________________________ DVD Transfer/Home Movies - Home Movie Transfers and DVD Montage Creations by Deb Cheplic. 8mm and Super 8mm projector movies transferred to DVD! Frame by frame digital transfers, with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set up fees. Add music and chapter menus. 724-258-5336. http://web.me.com/dcheplic/ _________________________________________________
FREE DECK CLEANING – Demonstration and estimate. The Deck Reviver. Will clean and seal your gray and weathered wood to look like new again. 412-882-4914. _________________________________________________ Social Security Claims. 30+ years experience. No results = no fee. E-mail claimsadv@juno.com or call 412- 915-8890. _________________________________________________ Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724-825-7233. _________________________________________________ COMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer running slow? Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine. Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest Microsoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724-348-6837. _________________________________________________ FOUNDATION REPAIR - Large local company specializing in bowed walls, sinking foundations, crawl space excavation, and BASEMENT WATERPROOFING. Lifetime, transferrable warranty. 1-800-343-2357. www.abetterchoiceinc.com. _________________________________________________
———— TIMESHARES ————SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE NOW!! Maintenance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No commissions or broker fees. Free consultation. www.sellatimeshare.com, 1-888-3100115. _________________________________________________ SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE NOW!!! Maintenance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No Commissions or Broker Fees. Free Consultation. www.sellatimeshare.com. 1-877-4948246. _________________________________________________ WHOLESALE TIMESHARES - 60%-80% OFF RETAIL!! Qualified Buyers Only! Call for Free InfoPack. 1-800-639-5319. www.holidaygroup.com/flier. _________________________________________________ SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE NOW!!!! Maintenance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No Commissions or Broker Fees. Free Consultation. www.sellatimeshare.com. 1-877-2713414. _________________________________________________
————VACATIONS———— Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available! Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit #1507) at the new “Paradise Resort” in Myrtle Beach will provide you with all the comforts of home. 2 Bedrooms + Sleeper sofa; 2 Bathrooms; Lazy River; Hot Tub; Indoor/Outdoor Pools; Exercise Room; Oceanfront Balcony. For complete weekly and seasonal pricing, visit the website - www.oceanfrontcondorentals.com/ParadiseResort.htm. For additional questions or to make a reservation call Oceanfront Condo Rentals Inc. at 843-2366623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507 _________________________________________________
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