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Northside Common Ministries reopens following major 18-month remodel Northside Common Ministries headquarters has been under construction for the past 18 months, but on June 3, the program revealed its completed facility improvements at a rededication ceremony and open house at the Brighton Road location. Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, Paul D’Alesandro from the Office of Congressman Mike Doyle, and both Northside Common Ministries Advisory Board Chairperson Mark Bibro and Director Michael Moore spoke at the event. The
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Pittsburgh Perry High School graduates convene at the school’s 2022 commencement ceremony on June 18 at the Petersen Events Center. Check out more photos from the event on Page 7.
Observatory Hill’s Pride Project not your average educational institution
By Lucia Shen
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Northside Common Ministries revealed its completed facility improvements at a rededication ceremony and open house on June 3.
reception included a light lunch by Fabled Table and tours of the renovated space were provided. This year also marks Northside See Briefs, Page 11
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In December 2020, Pride Project Inc. bought the former Chatham Elementary School building on Bonvue Street in Observatory Hill. With this purchase, a “research repository,” as founder Robert Howard II describes it, was revealed. Pride Project’s aim, according to Howard, is to “give students a place for opportunities outside of a traditional education setting where they can discover or become the best version of themselves.” He breaks the organization down into two facets: the building with all the facilities, and the programming. On one hand, Pride Project, with 6.3 acres of land on the end of Bonvue, aims to become a hub for the community.This “research repository,” as Howard coins it,
includes services for the community such as childcare, personal trainers, and wellness and nutrition coaches. The organization wants to look at what the community needs and see if the space can help foster those things. In addition to providing space for what the community needs, the second facet of Pride Project is the programming: the people who help guide and educate others. Howard himself is a teacher at Perry Traditional Academy, his alma mater. Before there, he worked in banking, and it was the impact that his teachers had on him that made him become an educator at his old school. “I had a pretty decent career in banking, but I stayed in touch with those educators and they just really stayed on me and said,
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“‘You know, you’re really missing your calling, you should’ve been an educator your whole life,’” Howard says. “And one day I woke up and decided I wanted to do that.” “I became an educator because when I look back on my life, I ran into some phenomenal educators, and they really changed my life. Actually, [they] really saved my life at a point in time in middle school,” Howard says. “About two or three of my best friends passed away via gun violence and my home life was kind of in disarray,” he continues. “The only thing that really kept me going was that I had two phenomenal teachers in middle school that gave me a reason to go to school everyday.” Now as an educator himself, Howard See Pride, Page 9
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District 1 News: Councilman Wilson Hello everyone, At the end of June, I introduced three bills at Pittsburgh City Council to protect reproductive freedom and the right to choose in the City of Pittsburgh. My introduction of these bills comes in response to the decision by the Supreme Court of the United States in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization (2022) to overturn Roe v. Wade (1973), Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992), and its progeny, thereby ending Americans’ constitutional right to abortion. The Court’s decision in Dobbs clears the way for states to enact their own abortion laws. If the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania bans abortion, the first bill will instruct the City of Pittsburgh’s Bureau of Police and other law enforcement agencies to de-prioritize enforcement of any abortion-related crime. The City of Pittsburgh used a similar strategy in the past to decriminalize marijuana. The language of this bill relies on the fact that law enforcement does have some discretion in how they prioritize their time and budget. The second bill seeks to regulate deceptive advertising by limited-services pregnancy centers, also known as crisis pregnancy centers, in the City of Pittsburgh. These centers often pose as health care clinics but give out misleading or false information about pregnancy health care and often do not provide care or delay care for pregnant people. Crisis pregnancy centers outnumber verified health care clinics
9 to 1 in Pennsylvania and tend to target Black and brown neighborhoods. The City of Pittsburgh’s Home Rule Charter states that in our city, citizens should expect “ag-
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Councilman Wilson discusses three bills he introduced in response to the recent SCOTUS ruling overturning Roe v. Wade.
gressive action from officials toward the achievement of health and safety.” City Council has established a strong precedent of passing legislation that seeks to “protect and promote the general health, safety, and welfare” of our citizens. I believe that the City of Pittsburgh can regulate this type of advertising without infringing on the First Amendment because the Supreme Court previously gave states the ability to regulate “deceptive health advertising.” The third bill aims to shield abortion providers in the city of Pittsburgh from out-of-state investigation or prosecution for providing abortion care that is legal in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. About half of all states are expected to ban abortions. Some states have already signaled that they are interested in prosecuting health care providers offering abortions to their residents in other states. Here in southwestern Pennsylvania, we are neighbors to Ohio, where abortion is banned after six weeks, and West Virginia, where a total abortion ban is expected. The goal of passing this bill is to ensure that health care providers in Pittsburgh are not targeted for providing abortions to people who live in neighboring states where abortion access is restricted. I want doctors in Pittsburgh to focus only on taking care of patients and their families when they are making private decisions about what is best for them. I believe that everyone has a constitutional right to reproductive freedom in this country. Exercising this right entails the
right to choose what happens to your body. In Dobbs, the Supreme Court of the United States took away peoples’ constitutional right to choose what happens to their body. I cannot accept that. That is why I introduced these three bills and that is why I will fight to make them law. If you have any thoughts about these bills, or ideas about other ways we can protect reproductive freedom and the right to choose here in the City of Pittsburgh, please feel free to call us at 412- 255-2135, email us at district1@pittsburghpa.gov, or find us on Facebook and Twitter. We look forward to hearing from you. BOBBY WILSON COUNCILMAN, DISTRICT 1
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Northside Public Safety Bulletin: July 2022
Cops, Coffee, & Meaningful Conversations: Monthly meet and greets with the local police department The Northside Public Safety Council
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Last month’s ‘Coffee with the Cops,’ held at the Propel Northside Community Wellness Center on June 21. and Zone 1 police want to hear your voices. Please join us every month for coffee and conversation. Meet the Zone 1 PERSONAL INJURY | AUTO ACCIDENTS | MEDICAL MALPRACTICE commander and other police officers. SLIP, TRIP & FALLS | CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS | EMPLOYER VIOLATIONS We are looking for different spaces each month to host this event. If your organization, church, or restaurant is interested, please reach out to Cecelia Ware, Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh by Pittsburgh Magazine vice president of Northside Public Safety
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Brighton Heights House Tour back this month Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 30: The Brighton Heights Citizens Federation’s House and Garden Tour is back. A celebration of the history and architecture of the Northside’s Brighton
The tour starts at Legion Memorial Park at 11 a.m. and wraps up at 3601 Shadeland Ave. at 5 p.m. Admission is $20 at the door or $35 for two people before June 22. Purchase tick-
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Heights neighborhood, the annual event will feature a house and garden tour and an artists’ market. Food trucks will also be available along the route and a shuttle will be operating for participants.
ets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022brighton-heights-house-tourregistration-341384378867?aff=erelexpmlt. Direct your questions to 412-301-3381 or via email: BH.22housetour@gmail.com.n
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Chamber Update: July 2022 From Gina Grone - Executive Director, Northside North Shore Chamber of Commerce Members Renewed Members: The following 21 companies or organizations renewed their membership in the past month: Alling Insurance Agency, Bernie’s Photo Center, Breadworks, Cardello Associates, Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh, Donatelli Granite (Rome Monument), Fish On Bait and Tackle, Foundation of Hope, Fox Pest Control, Guardian Storage, Huntington National Bank, Lending Heights, M&A Taxes and Notary, Neighborhood Community Development Fund, Nolen Painting & Decorating, Observatory Hill Deli, OHL Insurance & Financial Services, Pit Stop Express, Providence Connections, SSB Bank, and Tech Elevator. New Staff Member The chamber has a new employee! Patrick Bendel is serving in the newly created full-time role of Member Relations Manager. As we continue to grow, this will help us to serve our current 240 members, grow our membership base even more, and be well-positioned to lead some key initiatives in economic and workforce development, tourism, public safety, and more. Patrick comes to us with decades of experience in the staffing industry and in various business development roles. He was most recently at New Century Careers
in the Southside, interacting with many businesses as part of the organization’s manufacturing training programs. He’ll be reaching out to Northside
On June 22, as part of the Community Night with the Pirates, about 200 people gathered in a North Shore parking lot and then went to the Pirates
Event attendees at the 2022 ‘Community Night with the Pirates.’ businesses to introduce himself, but if you want to reach out to him first, contact him at patrick@northsidechamberofcommerce. com. Another Great Community Night with the Pirates
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game. The rain held off, the food was delicious, the drinks were plentiful, and the crowd was lively. The Buccos did not win, but that did not take away from a great evening. This is the 32nd year that the cham-
ber has organized this event, which is a highly-anticipated annual team outing for many businesses! Lead sponsors were North Shore Tavern, Pipitone Group, First National Bank and Allegheny Health Network / Highmark. Northside Tap Takeover at Mike’s Beer Bar Did you know that the Northside is home to 10 breweries? 412 Brewery, Allegheny City Brewing, Four Points Brewing, Links Brewing, Penn Brewery, Spring Hill Brewery, Southern Tier Brewing Company, Threadbare Cider, Voodoo Brewery (coming soon!), and War Streets Brewery. From July 21 to July 24, Mike’s Beer Bar is inviting you to experience Northside beers as part of a “Northside Tap Takeover”. To open the takeover, the chamber is organizing a happy hour on July 21. Representatives from some of the breweries will be at the event, and attendees will be able to enjoy a flight of Northside beers. Information and tickets available at www. northsidechamberofcommerce.com. The Northside North Shore Chamber prides itself on being approachable and genuine as we promote, connect, and support our members. Learn more today at our website (www.northsidechamberofcommerce.com), contacting us (412-231-6500, info@northsidechamberofcommerce.com) or stopping into our office on Middle Street in Historic Deutschtown. n
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District 20 News: State Rep. Kinkead July 4 of this year marks 246 years since a group of English immigrants—our founding fathers—signed the Declaration of Independence and birthed the United States of America. For most of our nation’s history, immigration was embraced as a way to strengthen and diversify our country. However, in recent decades, immigrants, particularly immigrants of color, have been falsely portrayed as a threat to our way of life. This could not be further from the truth. In fact, a study from the University of Wisconsin found that undocumented immigrants are far less likely to commit crimes than U.S.born citizens. To counter this narrative that completely misrepresents the impact of immigrants, it is crucial that we highlight the amazing ways that immigration benefits communities all across our country—including right here in Allegheny County. Welcoming immigrants and offering a viable path to citizenship is fundamental to growing our economy—and our Commonwealth. The U.S. Small Business Administration reports that immigrants are much more likely to start businesses than non-immigrants. They help create more American jobs and decrease our reliance on the global supply chain. Additionally, immigrant workers are an essential component of our labor force. Foreign-born workers make up approximately 70% of our farmworkers, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Without these workers, we would be left with an enormous void in our workforce. In fact, much of our current worker shortage could be alleviated if we allowed more immigrants an opportunity to come to our shores and invest their talents in our economy. On the Northside, I am extremely proud to represent a population of Somali-Bantu refugees who settled here in the wake of the civil war in Somalia. The Somali-Bantu community was a community of farmers who were isolated and persecuted in their home country, then tragically caught in the crossfire of a civil war and forced to flee their homes. In Pittsburgh, they have also faced significant adversity. First, they were settled in Lawrenceville; the gentrification of that neighborhood forced them out and into the Northview Heights neighborhood. Their children, many ESL learners, were initially segregated from their classmates in a basement room of their school until the community rallied and filed a lawsuit to have their children treated equally. Nevertheless, as is the way of new and natural-born Americans alike, they persisted. While July 4 can be a fraught holiday for many—from the indigenous Americans whose lands were stolen to found our nation to the Black Americans whose ancestors, themselves, were stolen to build our nation—it is important to look to a future that acknowledges these sins of our past and works to make our nation a better one
for everyone. Embracing an America that welcomes everyone who wants to invest in making our nation truly live up to being the “land of opportunity” is only the beginning.
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So as you celebrate America on July 4 and throughout this year, remember that we are a nation of diversity, of pluralism, of accepting more than one idea. E Pluribus Unum: Out of many, one. America is not defined by a single race, ethnicity, or religion. We are, and always have been, the melting pot of the world. If we wish to continue to be a world leader, we must continue to acknowledge the truth of our history, accept immigrants, and fight back against racist narratives that distort the positive influence immigration and diversity have on our society. As always, if you have any questions or need help with any state-related matter, I am here to help. Just call 412-321-5523 or email RepKinkead@pahouse.net. n
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The 2022 Pittsburgh Perry High School Commencement Ceremony took place on June 18 at the Peterson Events Center. To view more photos, visit our website at www. thenorthsidechronicle.com. n
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Pride Project aims to be hub for community services From Pride, Page 1 started Pride Project to fill in the gaps of what a traditional education can provide. It aims to give people “experiences that aren’t quantifiable,” he states. “A lot of what we try to do is to try and be impactful, and I don’t know if you can always measure that in a nice way,” Howard says. Although Pride Project provides tutoring and mentoring, Howard talks about how their organization is not necessarily structured around cut-and-dry goods and services. “We really try to come alongside things that people are already doing, and as the professional educators, it’s our job to get people to learn without them learning,” he says, so they’re engaging in organic things that they like to do.” “As an educator, I understand that we kind of like things in nice neat packages— that we like to be able to measure things. We want to be able to say that we started here and that we moved here,” Howard says. “But the question that I always had is like, what about those experiences [isn’t] quantifiable? How do we determine the impact that an experience has on somebody’s life?” Last summer, for instance, Pride Project fed Perry Traditional Academy’s football team, paid for their uniforms, and provided players with transportation. When there was a need within the community,
Pride Project stepped in. And while paying for uniforms or transportation for football may not seem to be a part of providing an education, it’s one of those factors that cannot be measured by a test or exam. “On the outside you look at it like, OK,
so you bought some uniforms for some urban youth to play football,” Howard says. “But what happens during the course of that time over the summer: We can calculate the number of hours that we kept them off the streets and engaged in positive activity. We
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Pride Project, Inc. bought the former Chatham Elementary School building on Bonvue Street in Observatory Hill in December of 2020. The new owner aims for the space to become a ‘research repository.’
can see the growth in individuals in their confidence, their leadership ability, and their ability to speak in front of people.” Five to 10 years down the line, Howard imagines Pride Project fully operating the space they have. The model for their program is not adults telling others what to do, but rather providing spaces for collaboration and growth. He envisions maker spaces, dance studios, workout studios, computer labs—whatever can help people achieve the best version of themselves. “We’re looking to be an inclusive space for the community: not just youth, not just adults, but really a hub of resources and that it’s not [just] a Pride Project thing. We whole-heartedly believe in collaboration and collaborative efforts to advance people. “ “Our motto or our dictive is to ‘live on purpose,’ and that’s what we want people to do through education, whether it’s financial literacy, health and wellness. It’s hard to live on purpose if you’re uneducated, so we aim to educate people along all those lines so that they can do and have options, and not simply live a reactionary life.” n
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Reformed Presbyterian Home celebrates 125 years From Briefs, Page 1 Common Ministries’ 40-year anniversary. Northside Common Ministries operates the Northside Food Pantry along with a men’s and male-identifying homeless shelter, a medical clinic, a utility assistance program, and a permanent housing program
tress.org with your name; phone number; and availability on Friday, Aug. 12, Sunday, Aug. 14 for the museum’s free community day; and Aug. 10-11. You should also include your general availability for July 25 through Aug. 3: There will be a separate volunteer orientation held during this time period for people who are confirmed to help.
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An open house at Reformed Presbyterian Home on June 18 celebrated the 125th anniverary of the organization. Reformed Presbyterian Home offers ‘mixed-income senior housing, personal care, and shortterm and long-term rehabilitation and nursing services.’
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Mattress Factory gearing up for Garden Party return Northside’s Mattress Factory is bringing back its Garden Party this year after a two-year hiatus. The art museum’s signature fundraising event, entitled this year as “ZODIAC: Garden Party,” will take place on Friday, Aug. 12 and explore esoteric activities such as crystal bathing, Tarot cards, and, of course, zodiac signs. There will be food, beverages, and entertainment; art, too. The Mattress Factory is currently holding an open call for Garden Party volunteers. Volunteer shifts will last about three hours and interested people must be at least 21 years old. Volunteer assignments include decorating and setting up the event, checking in vendors, and acting as an assistant to food vendors. If you’re interested, email info@mat-
Community celebrates 125 years of Reformed Presbyterian Home An Open House held on June 18 celebrated the 125th anniversary of the Reformed Presbyterian Woman’s Association, doing business as Reformed Presbyterian Home. The open house included entertainment, refreshments, and activities for children. June 18, according to a press release, was also declared as “Reformed Presbyterian Woman’s Association 125th Anniversary Day ‘’ via an official City of Pittsburgh proclamation. The Reformed Presbyterian Home “provides quality care and a supportive living environment to older adults.” A variety of services are offered there, including “mixed-income senior housing, personal care, and short-term and long-term rehabilitation and nursing services.”
Teutonia Männerchor names new ‘Radish King’ There’s a new Radish King in town. His name is Joe Flock. See Briefs, Page 13
Allegheny Elks Lodge #339 Summer Camp FREE to students entering Grades 5, 6, 7, 8 Monday, July 25 through Thursday, July 28 10:30AM - 1:30 PM STEM Activities, Arts & Crafts, Volunteer Experiences, Summer Fun Registration is REQUIRED as space is limited! Contact: John D. Spehar, Youth Programs Chair (412) 699-0534 or jsyouthprogram@gmail.com Allegheny Elks Lodge #339 400 Cedar Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 www.facebook.com/alleghenyelks
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New ‘Radish King’ crowned From Briefs, Page 11 After three years as the reigning champion, Phil Mueller has passed the baton— or, in this case, the customary radish-shaped beer stein—to Flock. Mueller’s 2019 radish was reportedly “nearly the size of an NFL-regulation football.” Radish Night at Teutonia Männer-
chor celebrates “the Bavarian tradition of munching on salted, spiral-cut Munchener Bier radishes with rye bread and butter (and beer, obviously),” as previously reported by The Northside Chronicle. And, of course, it’s when a new Radish King or Queen is named. The tradition has been going on at the German club for about 20 years.
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Joe Flock, left, took the place of reigning champion Phil Mueller as Teutonia Männerchor’s new ‘Radish King.’ Radish Night at the Northside German club celebrates ‘the Bavarian tradition of munching on salted, spiral-cut Munchener Bier radishes with rye bread and butter’ and beer. n
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Deer Pit Playground Ribbon Cutting
Photo: Office of Councilman Wilson
A grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly renovated Deer Pit Playground in Allegheny Commons Park - West was held on June 18. Community leaders joined together to celebrate the occasion; there were snacks, refreshments, and games for children provided by the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy. n
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FREE LIVE MUSIC THURSDAYS AT 12:15 Enjoy free live music outside of the Children's Museum in Buhl Park and Nova Place. Bring your lunch and enjoy family-friendly concerts on a solar-powered sound system.
Thursday afternoons, July - August for more information:
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The Solar Concert Series is a project of:
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5 Points Merchants Group (5PM)
Embracing all Neighborhoods North 412-628-2424 | info@5pmgroupobh.org https://www.5pmgroupobh.org Hosting multiple Flea Markets this summer, first two: July 9 & 23, Parking lot at Perrysville & Mairdale Aves. Come sell or buy and mingle with neighbors. Join us at Riverview Park Valley Refuge Community Garden to grow your own vegetables. Visit our website for details or call for a Flea Market or Garden space, volunteer, donate, or participate in our events.
July 2022 vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods, plus flowers, small gifts and gardening items. For more information, call 412-255-2493
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CitiParks Outdoor Pools - UPDATE
#pghreads Dive into a good book to prevent the summer slide! This summer, we’re asking the community to band together to ensure that all Pittsburgh youth read five.
Summer Reading runs through August, 2022! Scan or Sign up today at carnegielibrary.org/summer
The Sanctuary at Community House
120 Parkhurst St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 | 412-321-3900 Riverviewpresbyterian.org thecommunityhousechurch.org A Northside multi-congregation, multicultural, and LGBTQIA+ affirming ministry collaborative. Sundays: Lighthouse- 8:30 AM, Riverview- 9:45, Community House- 11:15
New Hazlett Theater
6 Allegheny Sq E. Pittsburgh, PA 15238 412.320.4610 | ewhazletttheater.org New Hazlett Theater is a valued community asset that presents vibrant and dynamic performances. Home of the CSA Series and several prominent performing arts organizations, New Hazlett Theater also provides a unique venue for special events.
Pools opened for the 2022 season on Saturday, June 18. An updated list of pools was released on the CitiParks website on June 7 that did not initially name Sue Murray pool, as previously published in the June newspaper. Jack Stack pool in Brighton Heights and Riverview pool in Riverview Park opened with regularly scheduled hours: Monday - Friday: 12-1 PM: Adult Lap Swim, 1-7 PM: Open Swim, 7-7:45 PM: Adult Lap Swim, and Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 12-1 PM: Adult Lap Swim, 1-5:45 PM Open Swim. Northside community members and organizations began voicing concerns about the impact a closed Sue Murray Pool would cause on neighboring kids and their families on social media. On Friday, June 17 a grassroots rally was held by neighbors in Allegheny Commons East Park next to the Sue Murray Pool with city officials present, including Mayor Gainey, his Chief of Staff, Jake Wheatley, and Councilman Bobby Wilson. After a request to CitiParks for updates on the proposed solutions, a press release was published on Monday, June 27, 2022 and included: an updated schedule for Riverview Pool starting July 1 with hours Monday - Friday: 12-1 PM: Adult Lap Swim, 1-7 PM: Open Swim, 7-7:45 PM: Adult Lap Swim, and Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 1-5:45 PM Open Swim. The opening date for Sue Murray Pool is June 29, 2022, with hours Monday-Thursday 12-4:45 PM: Open Swim (The first hour of operation will have space for Adult Lap Swim), Saturdays 1-5:45 PM: Open Swim (starting July 9th). According to their website, due to low staffing levels, CitiParks will be unable to provide normal Aquatic Programs and have also indicated an ongoing effort to recruit, train, and certify lifeguards to work towards opening additional pools. Information about city pools can be found at: pittsburghpa.gov/citiparks/swimming-outdoor
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City of Pittsburgh Northside Farmers’ Market presented by
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CitiParks Spray Parks & Playgrounds With Spray Features - Now Open!
Spray park hours (weather permitting) 10 AM to 8 PM Daily • Troy Hill Spray Park 1200 Goettman Street (15212)— Spray Park is located next to the ballfield.
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Allegheny City Brewing 507 Foreland Street
Sunday: 12 - 7 pm Monday: 4 - 9 pm Tuesday: CLOSED Wednesday: 4 - 10 pm Thursday: 4 - 9 pm Friday: 4 -11 pm Saturday: 12 -11 pm www.alleghenycitybrewing.com • Marmaduke Playground - Spray Feature 3915 Oswald St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 • Spring Hill Playground - Spray Feature 1308 S Side Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Tennis & Pickleball Courts
Outdoor courts are open to the public for use at any time--free of charge provided no permitted group has a reservation. Private groups wishing to utilize the courts for season use, tournaments, clinics, etc. must apply for a permit. • Allegheny Commons (West Commons) Park - on West Ohio St., next to Gus & Yiayia’s Ice Ball Stand. 3 tennis courts are available. • Manchester Park - at Columbus Ave. and Fulton St. with 2 tennis courts are available. e • Riverview Park - behind the Observatory, with 2 tennis courts available. • Allegheny Commons (East Commons) Park - on N Commons Ave at the lower , end of Richie McCabe Field. 2 pickleball courts available. • Fineview Park - at Lanark St. and Fineview Ave. 2 pickleball courts are available.
New Craft Beers on Tap Weekly & Can Releases Every Wednesday
Live Music in the Beer Garten Wednesday’s stage welcomes Shelf Life String Band Friday’s stage features new local artists and bands each week
+ Special Event Thursdays: Reggae with DJ Reason, Trivia with Kelsey, Open Mic Night with El Jefe, Zak & Joe’s Incredibly Strange Horror Show Find Our Food Truck Schedule and More Events at alleghenycitybrewing.com
July 16 - Spider-Man: No Way Home (PG-13) July 23 - A Quiet Place Part II (PG-13) July 30 - Cyrano (PG-13) August 6 - Snake Eyes (PG-13) August 13 - No Time to Die (PG-13) August 20 - Stand and Deliver (PG) August 27 - Belfast (PG-13)
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Activities are best suited for children ages 5 to 12. Though all children should be supervised, children younger than 5 MUST have a caregiver present while they participate in activities. Tuesdays & Fridays 10 AM to 1 PM at the following Northside locations: July 5 - Troy Hill Spray Park July 8 - Riverview Park at the Observatory Entrance August 2 - Riverview Park at the Observatory Entrance
Citiparks’ Summer Food Service Program
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Stars at Riverview Jazz Series
SATURDAYS: June 11 - August 27, 2022 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Riverview Park July 2 - Clare Ascani July 9 - Lee Robinson & ISKA July 16 - Reggie Watkins Quartet July 23 - Ronni Weiss and Friends July 30 - Rick Finkelstein Artistry August 6 - Swingtet 8 August 13 - Bobby Short Band and Show August 20 - R.E.D. Experience August 27 - Steel City Calypso
Cinema in the Park
Free movie seasons kicks off with a new pop up schedule throughout June. Visit www.pittsburghpa.gov/events for the pop up schedule Riverview Park - Observatory Hill schedule starting Saturdays, July 2 – August 27. Movies begin at dusk: July 2 - Space Jam: A New Legacy (PG); July 9 - Won’t You Be My Neighbor? (PG-13)
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Available to children up to 18 years old, and those with intellectual disabilities up to 21 years old.For additional information please contact Citiparks Food Programs Office at 412.571.3291. Begins on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at Jefferson Rec Center: 605 Rednap St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Senior Community Centers Healthy Active Living (HAL)
Hot Lunch is available Monday through Friday at our Healthy Active Living Senior Centers. Please be sure to register with our staff by Noon the day before. Additional schedule of activities, celebrations, excursions, plus more. • Brighton Heights HAL Senior Center 3515 McClure Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212 (412) 766-4656 • Northview Heights HAL Senior Center currently closed, re-opening information coming soon.
Storytime: Family Fun
July 12 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 July 16 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am CLP – Woods Run
Follow us @alleghenycitybrewing 1201 Woods Run Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 www.carnegielibrary.org Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. Designed to engage children ages birth to 5 years, Family Fun storytimes provide an opportunity for a shared library experience for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their grownups. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.
Carnegie’s Maid by Marie Benedict (8/26).
Dollars And Sense
Deutschtown’s First Freitag
August 9 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 August 9 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 www.carnegielibrary.org Financial Aid: In this workshop students will learn the different resources available to pay for college. They will receive a financial aid overview and information on various types of aid such as grants, scholarships, private loans, federal loans.
Grow and Glow
August 16 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 www.carnegielibrary.org Self-Care/How to handle stress and overcome: Dealing with stress can be a lot to handle. In this session the focus is on helping students understand the importance of self-care. Students will learn what kinds of self-care are available to them and how it can be helpful.
Attack Theatre presents Dance Workshop for Kids
August 16 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 www.carnegielibrary.org Experience the power of creative play. Rooted in reflection, investigation, and imagination, these programs emphasize creative learning and wellness for youth. East Ohio St. + surrounding area Friday, 7/1 @ 3:30pm - 8:00pm Sidewalk sales, shopping, food, drink, music, art, kids programming, & more! check out 20+ local businesses, restaurants, and vendors.
Fourth of July Events
• Allegheny City Brewing Beer Garten Monday 7/4 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm Live music by Byron Nash & Jacquea Mae • Independence Day Celebration at Point State Park Monday 7/4 @ 4:00pm - 10:00pm Family friendly event, games, crafts, Summer Soul Line Dancing and live music from Squonk, River City Brass and the East Winds Symphonic Band. Fourth of July fireworks begin at 9:35pm. Free lawn seats on the North Shore! • Mike’s Beer Bar - 110 Federal St. Monday 7/4 @ 10:00pm - 1:00am Live Music with Pittsburgh’s Jamband theCAUSE with special guests Al Reiber & Alex Talbot
Live Music Friday Nights
Allegheny City Brewing’s Beer Garten Shows typically begin @ 6:00pm Friday, 7/1 The Sun Champs Friday 7/8 The Jive Daisy (String Duo) Friday 7/15 Living Street Friday 7/22 Deutschtown Music Fest Saturday 7/23 Deutschtown Music Fest Sunday 7/24 Deutschtown Music Fest Friday 7/29 Moat Rats Photo by Pixabay
Book Club
July 5 @ 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm August 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 www.carnegielibrary.org Join us for a lively book discussion of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah (7/5) and
Food Trucks on Foreland
Organized by Allegheny City Brewing
(times vary, visit alleghenycitybrewing.com)
Friday, 7/1 Mr. Bulgogi Saturday 7/2 Just Roll’d Up Sunday 7/3 Sugar Mommas Monday 7/4 Sooo Delicious Wednesday 7/6 Taqueria Acosta Thursday 7/7 Veggies n’at Friday 7/8 La Palapa
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Free Yoga by Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh Saturdays 10:00 am - 11:00 am June through August Allegheny Commons West – West Ohio Street near the Iron Deer Statue
Wellness Wednesdays
June - August @ 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm Group Exercise classs will take place in Allegheny Commons West beside Lake Elizabeth, across from the YMCA. https:// pittsburghparks.org/events/ July 6 + 20 - Zumba July 13 - Bootcamp July 27 - Fierce Funk
Northside ‘Culture in Cuisine’ Reading Lists Books on the food are available at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh branches of Allegheny and Woods Run. View the full library catalog online to request materials from other branches to be picked up at either Northside branch. carnegielibrary.org/ Photos courtesy of CLP library catalog
Children books: Relish : my life in the kitchen by Lucy Knisley, 2013
Jazz for lunch! by Jarrett Dapier, 2021
5 Easy Ways to Save Energy in the Kitchen
Garden to table : a kid’s guide to planting, growing, and preparing food by Katherine Hengel, 2014
Engineering you can eat by Megan Borgert-Spaniol, 2019 Dim sum for everyone! by Grace Lin, 2001 Adult books: Pok Pok noodles : recipes from Thailand and beyond by Andy Ricker, 2019 Vietnamese : simple Vietnamese food to cook at home by Uyen Luu, 2021 Salt & time : recipes from a Russian kitchen by Alissa Timoshkina, 2019 Madhur Jaffrey’s instantly Indian cookbook by Madhur Jaffrey, 2019 Ikaria : lessons on food, life, and longevity from the Greek island where people forget to die by Diane Kochilas, Diane, 2014
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(StatePoint) The kitchen is the heart of the home, it’s also a space where you can waste a lot of energy if you’re not careful. By making a few simple adjustments to your habits in the kitchen, you can easily cut your energy bills and do your part to help the environment. “The appliances you select for your kitchen have effects far beyond the food you eat,” says Peter Weedfald, senior vice president of Sales and Marketing at Sharp Home Electronics Company of America. “From the appliances you choose to how you use them, you can make a real difference in your energy consumption today.” Here are a few ideas for getting started: 1. Keep it cool: Minimize the time you have the refrigerator door open. Cold air falls straight to the floor like water. The longer you leave the door open, the more cool air drains away and the harder your fridge has to work to replace it. Refrigerators that have pantry and freezer drawers help contain the cold air even when they are open. Keep frequently accessed items in the refrigerated pantry drawer so everyone in the family can help themselves. 2. Go small or go home: Whenever possible, opt to use your small appliances. For example, the next time you’re reheating food, use the microwave instead of the stove or oven. According to the federal government program ENERGY STAR, microwaves use up to 80% less energy than conventional ovens. 3. Wash-up smart: If you find yourself running your dishwasher before it’s full, it’s time to consider an upgrade. Find a dishwasher that allows you to manage your load size. Features like the half-load option
July 2022 or Wash Zone setting available on Sharp’s Slide-In Stainless Steel Dishwashers will focus the water in one area when washing smaller loads to make every drop count. 4. Unplug: If you’re like most people, you use appliances like your toaster and coffeemaker for just a few minutes each day. Unplug small appliances like these after you’re done to stop “vampire energy,” which is the energy consumed by items when they are plugged in but are not in use. 5. Make an upgrade: Today’s appliances are generally more energy efficient than older appliances, and there are a lot of energy efficient selections. According to ENERGY STAR, induction cooktops are around 5-10% more efficient than conventional electric units and about three times more efficient than gas. Bonus? Making the switch also means you’ll no longer be emitting greenhouse gases associated with gas cooking. Learn more about smart, energy-saving appliances at sharpusa.com. To put a dent in your energy bills and reduce your impact on the environment, be mindful of your habits in the kitchen. Small changes can add up quickly.
Refucilo Winery
907 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 Tel. (412)251-0231 Refucilo Winery is looking for a chef for the winery. Hours of operation: Thursday-Friday 5-10pm and Saturday 2-10pm. Serve-Safe Certificate recommended. Employee will be required to prepare all Tapas on Refucilo menu. Oven used is a Merry Chef Oven. Employee will be required to clean kitchen at the end of each day. Employee is required to write down supplies needed at the end of each day to be able to operate with full menu on the following day. Employee will be required to assist with dish-washing and flatware wrapping with napkins. Employee will also be required to set up and take down tables and chairs needed to operate the business. Set up includes tents on days we have music and private party events. Starting salary; $15/hr. If interested, send resume to info@Refucilo.wine
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Memorial Day Moments
Photos by Lauren Stauffer. Below, left to right: U.S. Air Force’s 911th Airlift Wing flys over Legion Park, Military Police vehicle on display at the 75th Memorial Day Observance by American Legion post #681, Brighton Heights Citizen Federation, and Brightwood Civic Group, Color Guard, Perry Traditional Academy JROTC and Boy Scouts of America, Troop 348 during the Pldge of Allegiance, Spring Hill neighbors gather outside Brady Memorial Home, Neighbors stand for the Pledge of Allegiance with Legion Post members raising the Flag, Gun salute to all deceased Veterans, Residents stand for a last performance of Taps in closing of Spring Hill’s annual Memorial Day Service.
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First in-person CCAC graduation since 2019 held at Heinz Field
By Ashlee Green The Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) held a commencement ceremony on May 19 with members of graduating classes from 2022 as well as both 2020 and 2021. It was CCAC’s first in-person graduation celebration since 2019 and the first one held at Heinz Field. Graduates partaking in the ceremony earned associate’s degrees in arts and science as well as certificates and diplomas in close to 150 programs; there were 2,858 total candidates for graduation.
Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald gave the commencement address. Other speakers included CCAC President Dr. Quintin Bullock; CCAC Board of Trustees Chair Mona Generett, PhD; CCAC Professor Deborah Grice Conway; Roseann Ferrara-Love, member of the CCAC Educational Foundation Board of Directors and class of 1975 CCAC alumna; and CCAC Graduate and Student Trustee River Ward. A nursing pinning ceremony was held at Heinz Field separately that day and included 334 nursing program graduates.
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DO YOU NEED HELP? • Do you need help with Medicare? • Are you struggling to pay for your Part D prescription drugs or other healthcare costs? • Do you need help understanding your coverage? The PA MEDI Program can help people with Medicare by screening them for assistance programs, such as: • Extra Help Program – which helps lower the cost of Part D prescription drug costs • Medicare Savings Programs – which covers the payment of the Medicare Part B premium PA MEDI can also help you understand your Medicare coverage, preventative benefits, and give you free, accurate, unbiased advice.
call PA MEDI at 412.661.1438 or visit wfspa.org/service/pamedi The Annual Open Enrollment Period is between 10/15 and 12/7, schedule an appointment with a PA MEDI Counselor. Effective July 1, 2021, APPRISE is now Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight, PA MEDI –Same Program, Same Services for Pennsylvania’s Medicare Beneficiaries, now with a New Name. This project was supported, in part by grant number 2001PAMISH-00, from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, D.C. 20201.
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Northside Primary Election Results
The following statistics are courtesy of Allegheny County as of June 27, 2022. For the complete list of results, visit https://www.alleghenycounty.us/elections/election-results.aspx. United States Senator: John Fetterman, Democratic, 117,475 votes Dave McCormick, Republican, 36,386 votes Pa. Governor: Josh Shapiro, Democratic, 180,739 votes Douglas V. Mastriano, Republican, 35,676 votes Pa. Lieutenant Governor: Austin Davis, Democratic, 158,662 votes Carrie Lewis DelRosso, Republican, 37,075 votes Representative in United States Congress, Dist. 12: Summer Lee, Democratic, 45,202 votes Mike Doyle, Republican, 27,451 votes Pa. State Senator, Dist. 42: Wayne D. Fontana, Democratic, 37,204 votes Pa. State Representative, Dist. 19: Aerion Andrew Abney, Democratic, 5,080 votes Glenn G. Grayson, Democratic, 2,809 votes Pa. State Representative, Dist. 20: Emily Kinkead, Democratic, 6,352 votes Nick Mastros, Democratic, 3,317 votes Pa. State Representative, Dist. 21: Sara Innamorato, Democratic, 10,422 votes Frank Perman, Republican, 3,879 votes
Member of Pa. State Committee At-Large: Sam DeMarco, Republican, 28,227 votes Mike McMullen, Republican, 25,534 votes
PITTSBURGH WARD 22 DIST. 2 Patrick A. Sweeney, Democratic Dawn Lobick, Democratic
Member of Pa. State Committee, Dist. 42: Bethany Hallam, Democratic, 27,305 votes Michelle Winowich Zmijanac, Democratic, 25,998 votes
PITTSBURGH WARD 22 DIST. 3 David Demko, Democratic Rachael Heisler, Democratic
County Committee Members: PITTSBURGH WARD 21 DIST. 1 Thomas T. Hammonds, Democratic Mary Lewis, Democratic
PITTSBURGH WARD 23 DIST. 2 Erica Rocchi Brusselars, Democratic PITTSBURGH WARD 23 DIST. 3 Chris Rosselot, Democratic Genevieve Rosselot, Democratic
PITTSBURGH WARD 21 DIST. 2 Sondra Hunter, Democratic Alan D. Perry, Republican Darelle Porter, Democratic
PITTSBURGH WARD 24 DIST. 1 James Rizzo, Democratic
PITTSBURGH WARD 21 DIST. 3 Geraldine A. Abrams, Democratic Gloria J. Sheffield, Democratic Bruce Williams, Democratic
PITTSBURGH WARD 24 DIST. 2 Sarah Mocker, Democratic William J. Mocker III, Democratic
PITTSBURGH WARD 21 DIST. 4 Charles Humphries, Democratic John Schnaedter, Republican
PITTSBURGH WARD 24 DIST. 3 Katina Motta, Democratic Joe Valorie, Democratic
PITTSBURGH WARD 22 DIST. 1 Frederick K. Douglas, Democratic Sandra L. Giles, Democratic
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PITTSBURGH WARD 23 DIST. 1 Leeann R. Younger, Democratic
PITTSBURGH WARD 24 DIST. 5 Carver Murphy, Democratic
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Northside Real Estate Transfers Allegheny City Central
Rose Caruso to Lets Enjoy It Holdings LLC at 1106 Federal St. for $141,610. Karen Shipovitz to KAG Limited L.P. at 1312 Federal St. for $492,000. AK Redevelopment INC to NSWW2 LLC at 1111 Palo Alto St. for $365,000. Derfler Investments LLC to Mitchell Giesey and Amy Donato at 1603 Buena Vista St. for $642,950. Mazzarini Real Estate Group LLC to Lucas Mark Davanzo at E Jefferson St. (VACANT LAND) for $707,000. East Jefferson Development LLC to Lucas Davanzo at 134 E Jefferson St. for $20,129. Carol Smith to Jason Lee at 20 Lane Way for $430,000. Quinn Passarelli to Sarah Miller at 1222 Buena Vista St. Unit 106 for $202,000. Dubois Develop LLC to Jennifer Betts at 1714 Buena Vista St. for $660,000. Midfield Investments LLC to Brian Campbell at 1215 Boyle St. for $220,000. Wise Options LLC to Windsor Capital LLC at 1218 Boyle St. for $190,000. Wise Options LLC to Windsor Capital LLC at 1218 Boyle St. for $47,500. Jonas Devita to Alex Ventura and Theresa Lalak at 1312 Boyle St. for $325,000. International Real Estate Consulting LLC to A & J Holdings 1 LLC at 1405 Arch St. for $163,000. CJ Real Estate Management to Daniel Popiel at 1517 Arch St. for $435,000. JJT Holdings LLC to TM Real Estate Group LLC at 1525 Federal St. for $255,000.
Allegheny West
Keith Cawthorne to Allegheny West Development Corp. INC at 952 W North Ave. for $201,000. Edwin Sprague to Adrian Walter and Joanne Marie Beatty at 1015 Galveston Ave. for $400,000.
Brighton Heights
Scott Snead to Andrew Calvetti at 459 Wabana St. for $109,000. Kurt Scafede to Raymond Simmons and Gabrielle Rodgers at 3518 Brighton Road for $179,900. Home Buying Solutions Inc. to Maria Riley at 3914 Kleber St. for $315,000. John Samosky Jr. to Jeffrey Furis and Sarah Eastham at 2015 Termon Ave. for $190,000. Erik Hood to Benjamin Harley Talik and Ross Joseph Zikmund at 3626 Wealth St. for $219,000. 216 Albert LLC to Jeffrey and Elizabeth Fedele at 1510 Orchlee St. for $420,000. Hassan Davis to Christian and Heidi Ballenger at 1102 Pemberton St. for $250,000. Helena Schaefers to Greenwood Capital LLC at 3550 Shadeland Ave. for $162,500. 1011 Woods Run Avenue LLC to Abigail Benninger at 1011 Woods Run Ave. for $128,000. Wade Ewing to James Rainey and Leah Marmo at 1841 Chellis St. for $225,000. Nicholas Sauers to Brooke Nee at 3454 Rigel St. for $235,000.
California-Kirkbride
Pgh. Urban Redevelopment Auth. to Northside Prop. Residences IV LLC at California Ave. for $136,650. Northside Properties R & S LLC to Northside Properties Residences IV LLC at Kunkle Ave. for $167,390. North Side Assoc. to Northside Properties Residences IV LLC at 1232 Kunkle Ave. for $75,000.
East Deutschtown
Thomas Martin Pikur trustee to Nothin But Juice Properties LLC at 1006 Chestnut St. for $150,000. RLV Realty LLC to Colc Properties LLC at 814 Madison Ave. for $485,100. Community Alliance Of Spring Garden E. to 834 Peralta LLC at 834 Peralta St. for $18,500.
Fineview
Nancy Deeken to Gopinath and Kamala Rajupet at 404 Catoma St. for $225,000.
Historic Deutschtown
Edward Willson to Andres Triveno at 617 Suismon St. for $535,000. Shelby Greer to 907 East Street LLC at 907 East St. for $50,000. Joseph Rauso trustee to Lockhart Tire Inc. at 507 Lockhart St. for $775,500.
Manchester
Landry Jr. & Assoc. LLC to Rewind Properties LLC at 1324 Warner St. for $18,000. Walter Worthy to Michael Rubino and Abigail Fudor at Lake St. (VACANT LAND) for $12,000.
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Marshall-Shadeland
Tyler Folnsbee to Rosa Iris Diendomi at 1129 Ridgeland Drive for $161,000. Brightwood Holdings LLC to Sean Anthony Cotten Sr at 857 Smithton Ave. for $45,000. Terence William Mahoney to PA EVO LLC at 3229 Rothpletz St. for $76,000. B. Pauline Jencik to Sandi and Kathryn Tovias at 1002 Smithton Ave. for $71,000. Antoine Beasley-Clark to A+ Rentals LLC at 3133-3135 Sorento St. for $113,200. St. Lawrence Properties LLC to Among Us Investment Group LLC at 1223 Woodland Ave. for $73,000.
North Shore
Pittsburgh City Stadium Authority to North Shore X Apartments LLC at 220 N Shore Drive for $1,395,194. Pittsburgh Urban Redevelopment Authority to PBH1 LLC at 600 River Ave. for $30,120.
Observatory Hill
J oshua Adamek trustee to Lets Enjoy It Holdings LLC at 3861 East St. for $240,000. Curtis Allison to Hoffman Brothers Property Management LLC at 4100 Fairbanks Ave. for $37,000. Curtis Allison to Jonathan Lowery at 4108 Fairbanks Ave. for $138,000. Tesarus Green to Anthony and Candice Mendicinio at 3363 Portola Ave. for $211,000. ATS Mechanical Inc. to ATS Realty Properties LLC at 27 Semicir St. for $28,000. Thomas Painter to Matthew King at Wabana St. for $1 (Transfer taxes paid based on assessed value of $8,487.) Wiley Properties LLC to Emma Roush at 3815 Baytree St. for $201,000. Alexander Kasprzak to Mackenzie Strubhar at 34 Bonvue St. for $210,000. Ronald Newman to Adam Holt at 427 Venture St. for $135,000. MFT RE Holdings LLC to Omer and Elif Karaduran at 96 Watson Blvd. for $15,000. Rockey Real Capital LLC to SFR3 050 LLC at 603 Montview St. for $62,000. Frances Samay to Aranel Diaz Perez and Zoila Estephany Funez Varela at 3830 Baytree St. for $20,000. Estate of Ann Theresa Cenkner to Robert Joseph Foster II at 3320 Whitla St. for $150,000.
Perry Hilltop
Jerome Vaughn Armstrong to Edward Thomas at 2327 Maple Ave. for $45,000. Reginald Mathews to Saul Martin Rivera Garci and Sagrario Alejandra Uresti at 332 Marshall Ave. for $90,000. Methousing North Inc. to Marshall Electrical Services LLC at 16 Kenwood Ave. for $2,000.
Spring Garden
Daniel Mullen to Amber Rose Mullen at 1349 Diana St. for $25,000. M2 & M3 Capital Funding LLC to Jason and Angela Durler at 1702 High St. for $29,500. Cesscorprentals LLC to Joan Cessna at 2328 Spring Garden Ave. for $26,000. Joseph Funtal to Citylife North LLC at 2702 Spring Garden Ave. for $34,000. John Klinger to Real Deals LLC at 1236 High St. for $58,000. Estate of Lauren Perry to Kevin Nee at 1136 High St. for $40,000. Community All Spring Garden E Deutschtown to Daniel Bill at 1256 Spring Garden Ave. for $7,500.
Spring Hill
Anne Cipri to Unity Properties LLC at 1146 S Side Ave. for $72,500. Jeffrey Wateska to Paul Overby at 1618 Rhine St. for $70,000. Christopher Cassady to Nancy Julian at 909 Haslage Ave. for $299,000. Ian Fortier to New Wayne Holdings LLC at 56 Woessner Ave. for $10,004 by sheriff’s deed.
Summer Hill
Nickolas Leskowak to Ryan and Nicki Taylor at 4118 Fairbanks Ave. for $250,000.
Troy Hill
Community Reinvestment Partners LLC to JW Korn Properties LLC at 1135 Brabec St. for $90,000. Robert Lopata to Principal Real Estate Investments LLC at 1324 Goettman St. for $55,000. Troy Hill Development LLC to Processo LLC at 1812 Niggel St. for $140,000. No Good Deed LLC to Sybil Streeter at 1708 Rialto St. for $200,000. Robert Hamilton trustee to 1313 Lowrie Penn LLC at 1239 Troy Hill Road for $220,000. Joseph Kisner to Reipittone LLC at 1130 Brabec St. for $177,000. Lenore Ami to Bryan Mathie at 1634 Harpster St. for $304,500. Rodger Neurohr to Lautner Properties Pennsylvania Il LLC at 2124 Lautner St. for $90,000. Brick Structures Inc. to Jay Grushecky at 2141 Straubs Ln for $110,000. Ross Cunningham to Scott Ashley Cori at 2024 Straubs Lane for $251,000. St. Lawrence Prop. LLC to Julia Lauren Donnelly, Samantha Elizabeth Gilmore, 2126 Straubs Ln., $154,500.
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Ask An Attorney By Matthew D. Gailey, Gailey Law Group As this month’s Northside Chronicle is featuring the Culture Guide I thought it would be appropriate to address a legal development from the U.S. Supreme Court which is the largest cultural issue in the news. The U.S. Supreme Court in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization has overruled Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey finding that there is not a federal constitutional right to abortion. This article will focus solely on the practical impact of the decision. The US Supreme Court, in a majority opinion by Samuel Alito, found that there is no federal constitutional right to abortion. To be clear, the US Supreme Court did not outlaw abortion, it merely allowed states to decide individually on the legality of abortion. Practically speaking, abortion is a legal practice under many state laws, including in Pennsylvania. A Northside resident can still get an abortion today under current state law. The overall thrust of the opinion released last month by the US Supreme Court is that the US Supreme Court opinion drafted by Harry Blackmun in 1973 was legally wrong. The US Supreme Court in
Roe v. Wade, according to the current opinion, overreached and essentially legislated from the bench. The US Supreme Court is to only determine the constitutionality of an issue, and to not create new law on its own which is what happened in Roe v. Wade according to the majority opinion. The legality of abortion is an issue that will ultimately be decided by the voters of each state. For instance, abortion is far less likely to be restricted by a liberal state like California or neighboring New York than it would be in a more conservative state. Ultimately, the decision will make local elections more important to follow and support those who are concerned with the legality of abortion as states can once again restrict the practice if they so choose.
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