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West Park Court returns to full community ownership this year By Nancy Schaefer West Park Court (WPC) is a 112-unit senior citizen apartment building, located at the corner of Brighton and North Avenues in Allegheny City Central. Thanks to a dedicated group of neighborhood residents, it likely became the first senior high rise in the country to be developed, owned, and managed by a community organization: the Allegheny City Central Association (ACCA). Allegheny City Central, formerly known as Central Northside, is a neighborhood with a rich and long history of
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An unusual scene sparked on the Ohio River on Tuesday, July 27 when a boat docked at Branchport Boat Club caught fire. One lone witness, a member of the marina, called 911 when dark, billowing clouds began to rise from the unmanned boat. Manchester fire department Engine 37 was first on the scene to begin the task of extinguishing the blaze. Subsequent emergency crews, including Pittsburgh River Rescue, assisted the endeavor as another boat began to burn. According to KDKA, no injuries were reported. n
NS Youth Athletic Association relaunches sports programs Photo: West Park Court
West Park Court, the 112-unit senior citizen apartment building located at the corner of Brighton and North Avenues in Allegheny City Central, is on track to be back to community ownership by December 2021. organizing to support affordable and assisted housing. It is a quiet fact that the community organization likely owns and manages the most affordable units in the neighborhood as they also own and manage Arch Court. The community was also See WPC, Page 23
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By Sonu Babu The Northside Youth Athletic Association (NYAA) is aiming to get youth involved in community sports as they relaunch their programs after the COVID-19 pandemic put them on hiatus. Children ages five to 14 can participate in NYAA football, cheerleading, track, wrestling, baseball, and other activities throughout the year. The Northside Steelers, the organization’s football and cheerleading program, compete in the Southwestern Pennsylvania Youth Athletic Initiative
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(SPYAI) as one of eight teams. Audie Chapman, president of NYAA, says the organization is focusing on outreach to the Northside, since there are limited athletic activities available there for children. Chapman believes sports are important for children to participate in. “Athletics are a great resource because it teaches teamwork, responsibility, discipline, and fitness,” said Chapman. “Those attributes are great for the development of a young kid.” According to Chapman, the program creates an environment where kids can go
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out and interact with others, which is especially key during times of fully online schooling. Besides sports, NYAA also offers the Eugene Goodwine and Mike Knight Literacy Program. Founded in 2019, the goal of the literacy program is to encourage students to read at least 20 books before their school term is over. Gift cards of students’ choice are awarded to the ones who complete this goal. Chapman has been the president of the association for about a month. Before See NYAA, Page 10
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Allegheny Commons Park News: August 2021
Hello Friends, Ranger Stevie here. I wanted to start this column off by asking you to slow down and take a breath. Oftentimes I feel that in this city we get caught up in the hustle and bustle, going from one place to another, from one thing to another, but sometimes I think we just need to stop, put down our phones, step away from all technology, and head outside— outside to Allegheny Commons Park. This month I noticed myself getting extremely caught up in emails and social media for work. I felt as if my mind was going a million miles per hour. But as soon as I walked into Allegheny Commons, I took a deep breath and focused on the present moment and let go of everything else. Does the park ever do that for you? Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed and then you step into the park and you see the beautiful vibrant green ginkgo trees or the reflection of the city on Lake Elizabeth and you are brought back to the present time, immediately feeling better? You are no longer focusing on the past nor figuring out the future; You are right here, right now, exactly where you are supposed to be. Allegheny Commons is a great place to find your center and to be present with yourself. Too often we are being pulled in all directions, our cup losing its liquid, we are now half full. But not to worry, my friends, Ranger Stevie knows exactly what you need! It is a
stroll around Lake Elizabeth, a seat around the Patricia Rooney Memorial Fountain, a visit to the Farmers Market for some fresh vegetables, a friendly interaction with a
squirrel, an ice ball from Gus, a blanket to sit on by the ginkgo trees as the trains pass. Allegheny Commons is a continuous fountain, overflowing to help you fill
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your cup. Allegheny Commons is a giant hug always welcoming you in with wide arms! So today I ask you to step away from everything else and make sure to fill
Photo: Park Ranger Stevie Smith
Inside of the park, visitors will find thriving animal life.
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Park Ranger Stevie Smith shows off some animal pelts and skulls inside of Allegheny Commons Park. In this month's column, she explains how a simple walk through the park can help you to "fill your cup."
up your own cup. If you’d like to share how Allegheny Commons Park impacts your life please send your story to lauren.smith@pittsburghpa.gov. If you don’t do so already, friends, please be sure to follow us on Instagram with the handle @pghparkrangers. Stevie Smith is a City of Pittsburgh Park Ranger in the Northside’s Allegheny Commons Park. n
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Dist. 1 News: Councilman Wilson
allow us to modernize aging traffic signals at five intersections along North Avenue by adding pedestrian indicators and audible signals; narrowing pedestrian crossing distances by building curb extensions; replacing missing sidewalks; adding highlighted crosswalks; installing pedestrian-scale lighting; and improving bus stops, street furnishings, bike racks, and bike share stations. All of these investments will ensure that cyclists, drivers, pedestrians, transit riders, and individuals with limited mobility will be able to reach their destinations safely and pleasantly. The last allocation that I have the pleasure of sharing is $1 million for the Perrysville Avenues of Hope program, including both the Five Points Business District in Observatory Hill and the Charles Street intersection. This funding comes as a part of the City’s plan to give $1 million to each Avenues of Hope corridor. The Urban RePhoto: Office of Councilman Wilson development Authority (URA) will oversee This month, Councilman Wilson talks the spending of this $1 million, which will American Rescue Plan allocations. primarily focus on helping minority-owned small businesses. I am thrilled to share that the Davis AvI also want to take a moment to thank the enue Bridge has received $2 million in ARP City’s Department of Public Works (DPW) funds! The design phase of this project was for the fantastic job they did in building the already funded, and this funding covers the new concrete sidewalk along Brighton Road, cost of construction. The new Davis Avenue going from Simen Avenue to the bus stop. PERSONAL INJURY | AUTO ACCIDENTS | MEDICAL MALPRACTICE Bridge will be a 12-foot wide pedestrian and I also want to thank DPW for the awesome cycle bridge at the site of the former bridge, job they did in building new concrete steps SLIP, TRIP & FALLS | CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS | EMPLOYER VIOLATIONS at 900 Davis Ave. It will be a steel arched- at the Riverview Park Soccer Field. When I truss superstructure supported on concrete met with board members from Old Alleghepiers that shall span over Woods Run Ave- ny Soccer last year, they showed me the dirt nue. Once open to the public, it will create path that players and spectators would use to Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh by Pittsburgh Magazine another entry into Riverview Park and al- access the field. Thanks to all the community Top Attorneys in Pennsylvania | Best Lawyers in America by low Brighton Heights residents the ability to members who advocated for this new sidewalk and bike to the park directly from their walk and steps! Pittsburgh Magazine | Pittsburgh Best Lawyers | Best Lawyers in Entry at this elevation into the I also want to thank the City’s DepartAmerica | National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (NAOPIA) | neighborhood. park will allow Brighton Heights visitors to ment of Mobility and Infrastructure (DOMI) The American Society of Legal Advocates | Pennsylvania Rising Stars safely and quickly get outdoors, away from for the great job they did resurfacing all their urban environments and into the many three parking lots and Weitz Way at the by Philadelphia Super Lawyers | Pennsylvania Super Lawyers green spaces of Riverview Park. My office Jack Stack baseball field complex in Brighintends to move forward on this project with ton Heights. The main lot was repaved last as much community input as possible. In year and the remaining areas were recently the coming months, please be on the look- repaved. Brighton Heights Athletic Associaout for public meetings and an Engage PGH tion has been a great advocate for these impage where you can share your thoughts and provements. DOMI also recently repaved the At Goodrich & Geist, we believe there are 3 basic ideas regarding the new bridge. As always, parking lot at Marmaduke Park in Brighton qualifications individuals seeking an attorney my office will share information about these Heights. Gravel parts of the lot, as well as meetings on our social media pages. the areas behind the team benches, are now should always look for: I am also very excited to share that paved with asphalt. DOMI is also installing the plan allocates $6 million for the Cow- ADA-compliant parking spots. Thanks to ley-Goettman Recreation Center in Troy Team Pittsburgh Dek Hockey for pushing for Hill! This $6 million completes the funding these improvements! and will allow us to move forward on buildAll of these infrastructure investments ing a new rec center. As a result of multiple will shape and improve our neighborhoods community meetings, the current plan is for years to come. Although the City Counthat the new building will be one story and cil has passed the above allocations, much of include a large assembly space and small- the nuts-and-bolts of how this money will be er meeting rooms. Our goal is for the new spent has yet to be decided. This is why I enCowley Rec Center to be a rentable space courage you, as always, to contact my office where the community can gather. Given this with any ideas, feedback, or concerns about additional $6 million allocation, I am look- these allocations. We are here to listen and ing forward to the next community meeting look forward to hearing from you. Happy about Cowley Rec Center, where residents August, everyone! can share even bigger goals they have for Councilman Bobby Wilson this facility. I encourage you to stay up to 412-255-2135 date on the details and share your feedback Email: District1@pittsburghpa.gov on https://engage.pittsburghpa.gov/cowley. Twitter: @Dist1Pgh We also received a critical $2.5 million Facebook: @CouncilmanBobbyWilson to invest on North Avenue. These dollars will Instagram: @councilmanbobbywilsonn
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Hello Northside! I hope you’re all having a safe and fun summer! I want to use this month’s column to discuss the American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding allocations. I especially want to thank those of you who spoke up in favor of investment in our neighborhoods—we could not have secured such major infrastructure investments without your support.
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District 19 News: State Rep. Wheatley Once again, it’s that time of year where we invite all of our residents throughout the 19th Legislative District to come and celebrate our health and wellness at my annual Health and Wellness Weekend event on Saturday, Aug. 21. This year carries an entirely new meaning for us. While we are still trying to navigate our way through this global pandemic, it’s appropriate for us to use the theme “It’s Different Now” for our annual celebration. It’s true: We are different. We should be different. We need to start acting differently to ensure we aren’t caught unprepared as we were before. This begins with us. How will we start to build ourselves, our families, our communities back stronger and different than before? I’m excited to let you know that you don’t have to do that alone. The Health and Wellness Weekend event will feature many vendors, agencies, organizations, and people ready and prepared to assist you and your family with whatever you need to bring your health and wellness back stron-
ger than before. When we talk about health and wellness, it’s in a comprehensive sense: your physical, mental, spiritual, environmental, and financial health. If one of these aren’t healthy, then we aren’t truly at our best. Please mark your calendars, join the movement, and come be a part of this all-inclusive, free and open event for all our residents. We’ll offer health screenings, COVID-19 vaccinations, free food, great entertainment, wonderful prizes and giveaways, and of course, our annual Historic Hill 5K walk, run, or bike event. You can register or find more information regarding the event at www.HWW19th.com, or call The People’s Office at 412-471-7760. Northside residents, come out and be counted! Prior to the start of our Health and Wellness event on Aug. 21, come support the Northside bookbag drive for our students, who we need to celebrate and support as they prepare for the new school year. Remember, It’s Different Now: Without each other, who do we have?
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The theme for Rep. Jake Wheatley’s annual Health and Wellness Weekend event this year is "It’s Different Now." n
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District 20 News: State Rep. Kinkead When you think about the word sustainability, what comes to mind? Do you think about natural and environmental resources, like food, water, and air? Or do you think about supporting economic development in your community? What about social resources and supports that help connect our communities? If you agree with part or all of the above, you’re correct. Sustainability is defined as meeting our own needs without adversely affecting the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, including natural, environmental, social, and economic resources. It’s something I support here in our community, most recently in partnering with State Rep. Sara Innamorato and State Sen. Wayne Fontana for a community conservation sustainability event. Our teams worked together with residents and several community-based nonprofits to safely shred documents for more than 50 households and recycle more than four dozen televisions and other electronic devices, as well as hard-to-recycle plastic. That spirit of sustainability was also evident in a special tour I took of two local urban farms in Pittsburgh—Freeman Family Farm and Greenhouse and Sankofa Village Community Garden and Farms— to highlight Urban Agriculture Week. You may be surprised to know urban agriculture
is a fast growing segment of the agriculture sector, and there are many great urban
farming locations to be found locally. It’s also where we’re seeing the highest numbers of farmers of color, something that I am happy to support and encourage! Sustainability to me is about how each one of us can play an important role in making our community—and our world—a better place now and for future generations. Whether it’s cleaning up your neighborhood of trash and debris, supporting a local business, or giving back to your community through planting trees or a food garden, it truly makes an impact. I encourage you to consider some ways you can work with your community and support sustainability, and I welcome your ideas and input. Feel free to reach out to my team and me on this or if you have any questions about state programs or services by calling 412-321-5523 or by emailing RepKinkead@pahouse.net. I look forward to hearing from you! n
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Chamber Chat: Car detailing at SHINE
Sitting on a cold concrete curb in a church parking lot on a sunny weekday in late March 2021, I met Shamon Tate Walker, the owner of SHINE—a luxury car detailing business—during a chat about a possible membership in the North Side/Shore Chamber of Commerce. When I think back, I believe it may have been Shamon’s sunny disposition that made me feel like the sun was shining. While properly social distanced, we took off our masks which revealed Shamon’s broad and warm smile as he proclaimed that grace— what he described as the free and unmerited favor of God, as manifested in the salvation of sinners and the bestowal of blessings—is the foundation for SHINE and the summary of his life story. Shamon easily tells his story: He was adopted by a kind woman in Manchester and is proud to be from the Northside. He felt blessed to be able to attend Milton Hershey High School where he excelled at football and lacrosse. His journey continued to Westminster College where he graduated as a marketing major. After college, through the Pittsburgh Fellows Program in Sewickley, Shamon received a marketing internship at Henne Jewelers in March 2020. We all know what happened that month; As a result, the internship was halted, yet Shamon’s persistence and ambition (the same determination he
had shown on the playing field) combined with what he says was the power of God’s grace, led him in the direction of SHINE. SHINE is a one-man luxury detailing service for your vehicle. It’s all out of a church parking lot with a simple black and white checkered patterned tent used for protection from the elements. (Shamon explained that the tent symbolized “an encouraging vision that we’re champions in Christ” and signified unity among all people.) I had to see it for myself and scheduled an appointment. I dropped my car off with Shamon and about four hours later, I thought someone had switched my salt-laden mess of a car with one straight out of a dealer’s showroom! The washedout red paint was transformed back to its original shiny candy apple red, and the car was spotless inside and out. As a child of the 70s, I am still getting used to (and rarely use) social media. However, because I was so impressed by what this young man with limited resources did to my car, I mustered up the gumption to post my extreme satisfaction with the detailing provided by SHINE on Facebook. Following that post, I know of several other individuals who made appointments and also drove away as very satisfied customers. If you want to put the sparkle back into your vehicle, schedule an appointment with
SHINE soon. It is truly a blessing that we have SHINE as a Northside business! To make an appointment with SHINE contact Shamon Tate Walker at
412-513-7833 or ShamonWalkerSHINE5@ gmail.com. All vehicles are welcome. Anna Yoder is the Membership Director of the North Side/Shore Chamber of Commerce. Established in 1897, the Chamber’s mission is to “promote, connect and support the growth and success of businesses.” If you have questions about the Chamber or are interested in becoming a member, contact Anna Yoder at anna@northsidechamberofcommerce. com. n
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In this month's "Chamber Chat," North Side/Shore Chamber of Commerce Membership Director Anna Yoder says SHINE, owned by Shamon Tate Walker, "puts the sparkle back in your car!"
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Northside Business Briefs: August 2021 By Ashlee Green
The Government Center moves to new location in Historic Deutschtown The Government Center, Historic Deutschtown’s exclusive record store, has relocated to 715 East St., and Owner Josh Cozby says that the project is about way more than just some new digs for selling vinyls. “A big chunk of East Street that has been vacant for years now has a vibrant destination in it, with more to come,” he told The Northside Chronicle in an email.
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Make a date to check out The Government Center’s new space on Friday, Aug. 20 for its grand opening event, complete with food, drinks, and giveaways. Rave Ami and The Gotobeds will play live.
Family 1st Home Care uses artificial intelligence to improve senior home health care William Robinson Jr. is paving the way for the future of home health care service.
Photo: Lauren Stauffer
Historic Deutschtown's exclusive vinyl record store, The Government Center, has relocated to 715 East St., formerly the Key West bar. The new store is now open and operational; music fans can look out for a grand opening event on Friday, Aug. 20. Housed for the last two and a half years in the East Ohio Street business corridor, The Government Center can now be found where the former Key West dive bar once was, on one half of the ground floor’s newly renovated commercial space. The other half of the commercial space along with two second-floor apartments are anticipated to be finished later this year. “The retail space is probably 50% bigger than the old one,” Cozby said. “We also added a stage for in-store performances and we have storage space that didn't exist in the old store.” Cozby said there are already live performances scheduled in the shop throughout the next few months. An espresso bar featuring coffee drinks and grab-and-go foods as well as a mural of funk musician and Pittsburgher Betty Davis by Jeremy Raymer are still in the works. The espresso bar is expected to open late this
His startup, Family 1st Home Care, LLC, offers the basics of non-medical home health care: helping senior veterans find access to and qualify for government money, for example, as well as providing assistance with doctors appointments, simple housekeeping, and companionship. What sets his company apart, though, is its use of a cutting edge artificial intelligence system. “It’s like Life Alert on steroids,” Robinson said. The system, which is in the testing phase now and should roll out in the next few months, monitors a senior’s home—the bed, refrigerator, sink and bathtub, and medicine cabinet, for example—to learn the person’s movements and routines. There are no cameras, just infrared technology, and if a senior falls down, doesn’t turn the water off, or opens See Business, Page 17
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Interaction through sports important in times of remote schooling From NYAA, Page 1
this role, he was on the board for five years. Chapman was motivated to pursue this position because of the organization’s mission to help children grow and develop through
sports. “To see a kid in the grocery store… showing me his grades, that’s so rewarding to me and I want to do that over and over again to influence more kids,” said Chapman. The COVID-19 pandemic affected the organization since they were not doing a lot of outreach during that time. Prior to the pandemic, NYAA served over 250 people, and now there are 61 people who participate. Chapman says they are now looking for community funding. “We had to start from the ground up. It was like starting all over again,” said Chapman. You can find and register for any of NYAA’s programs on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NorthsideYouthAssociation/. Photo: Audie Chapman
Left: Audie Chapman, president of NYAA, with two Northside Steelers youth football players. Below: This year's team schedule. n
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The statue of Pittsburgh Pirates’ second baseman Bill Mazeroski is located outside of right field at PNC Park. It portrays Mazeroski’s iconic “home run of all home runs” during the 1960 World Series against the New York Yankees. Records show a 9-9 standstill in game 7, when at the top of the ninth inning Mazeroski hit the second pitch straight over the 406-foot mark in center-left field, winning the series for the Pirates. “The Glove’s” statue was unveiled in September 2010 and is one of four monuments dedicated to legendary baseball players from the Pirates’ 134-year-old history. Photo by Lauren Stauffer
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W Ohio Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 Next to the West Park Tennis Courts in Allegheny Commons. Open daily from 11AM-7PM Hand-shaved ice balls, fresh hot popcorn and peanuts available at the cart. Take a trip down now through Halloween for a traditional treat at one of Northside's most iconic family businesses. Photo by Lauren Stauffer
FEATURED EVENT 2021 Flea Markets Hosted by FivePoints Business District of Observatory Hill Saturday September 18th. 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. Perry Traditional
Academy Parking Lot. Sellers, Volunteers and of course shoppers needed! Spaces $25 each. Our cookbooks will be available for purchase, full of neighbor's unique recipes. All fundraising efforts support neighborhood initiatives like a Community Garden and the Light up event December 3rd. Email for info: fschmidley@5pmgroupobh.org. Website: www.5pmgroupobh.org Phone: (412) 303-5661
You are invited to enjoy a night of fellowship, food, movies, games, and more! Stop by our fire pit, make a s’more, grab a hot dog, and celebrate the last days of summer with us. Backpacks airbrushed by Lieutenant Tylar Melfi will be provided for the first 100 children in need who are preparing for the new school year. All are welcome to attend this event and open house to tour our facility! We can’t wait to meet you! Location: The Salvation Army North Boroughs 327 South Home Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15202 Call 412-415-1726 for more info. WPA.SALVATIONARMY.ORG
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SPRAY PARKS & POOLS Troy Hill Spray Park 1200 Goett-
man Street (15212)—Spray Park is located next to ballfield.
Marmaduke Playground - Spray Feature 3915 Oswald St. Pittsburgh, PA
Open Mic Night Hampton Battery,
East Park. Thursday, August 26 at 6PM.
Northside Farmers Market
East Park. Every Friday 3-7PM. May 14 - November 19, 2021. More information: pittsburghpa.gov/events/farmers-market
15212
Yoga Lake Elizabeth, West Park. Satur-
Spring Hill Playground - Spray Feature 1308 S Side Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Walk in the Park George Washington
days 10-11AM through August 28.
15212
Sue Murray Swimming Pool - 301 Cedar Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. M-F 1-7:45PM + S-S 1-5:45PM
NEW Citiparks Pool Program
Vouchers for City residents are available to visit the Dormont Pool at the same cost of Citipark pool rates ($5). Northside residents can pick up coupons at Sue Murray Swimming Pool and receive free entry for children plus $2.00 off adult entry for the Dormont Pool. Dormont Pool is open Tues-Sun 1-7PM through August 22 and then weekends only through Labor Day. View the full press release: pittsburghpa. gov/press-releases/presspdf/5138
ALLEGHENY COMMONS PARK
Storytime Iron Deer, West Park. Thursdays 10AM through August 26.
RIVERVIEW PARK
SUMMER FOOD SERVICE
Stars at Riverview Jazz Series
Citiparks Grab-n-Go meal distribution for the Northside.
Saturdays 7 - 8:30 p.m. in Riverview Park, Observatory Hill. First show scheduled for July 10 with Reggie Watkins Quartet. pittsburghpa.gov/events/concerts/jazz-series.html
RP DAY
Memorial, West Park. Every other Saturday at 11AM through October 9.
Sunday, October 17. Featuring family friendly activities including bike races, adventure hikes, live music and more. pittsburghparks.org/rp-day-2021
Meditation Northeast Fountain. East
Riverview Park Trail Work Days
Park. Saturdays 1-2PM through August 28. More information on activity programs at: pittsburghparks.org/events
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For seniors this service will continue at the Brighton Heights Healthy Active Living Center. For the youth schedule and locations visit: pittsburghpa.gov/citiparks/ summer-food-service-program
Last Saturday of each month (May-October) at 9AM-NOON. More information and required registration can be found at: www.facebook.com/FriendsOfRiverviewPark/events
WAISENHAUS PARK Friday Night Classic Movies in the Park 1926 Rockledge St., Spring
Photo by Lauren Stauffer
Solar Concert Series Live music
every Thursday at 12:15PM through September.
Cloud Arbor Free clouds of mist daily to keep kids cool. Interactive public art.
Hill. Free movie screenings with The Pittsburgh Classic Movie Club. Guests should bring their own blankets or lawn chairs and enoucraged to park at Spring Hill elemntary School. Shows are outdoors and begin at 9PM. Current line-up: 8/6 "The Magnificent Seven", 8/20 "Double Indemnity. pghclassicmoviegrp.wixsite.com/pghclassicmoviegroup
First Freitag in Deutschtown on July 2, 2021. Next event is Friday, August 6, 2021. Top: E Ohio St. sidewalk shoppers check out local retailers. Bottom: East Street Beer parking lot hosts live music and custom Steeler mobile. Photos by Lauren Stauffer
FREE LIVE MUSIC THURSDAYS AT 12:15 Bring your lunch and enjoy family-friendly concerts on a solar-powered sound system at Buhl Community Park and Nova Place on
Thursday afternoons July - September. for more information: pittsburghkids.org/solarconcertseries
The Solar Concert Series is a project of:
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Family 1st uses AI to fill niche in home health care market From Business, Page 8 the door and leaves but doesn’t come back, up to 10 specified people such as neighbors and family members can be alerted. “The AI will save a lot of money for a
aide. “I wanted to build a company that wasn’t just about money, it was about helping people and making their lives better,” he said. Family 1st Home Care is based out of Alloy 26 in Nova Place for now, but Rob-
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William Robinson Jr., founder of Family 1st Home Care, also owns Robinson's Bar & Grill in the Northside. "I'm not a bar guy, I'm just an entrepreneur," he said. "My calling was always helping people." lot of people in need,” Robinson said. The system will have a monthly subscription fee, he explained, and is for people who want to have affordable 24/7 monitoring for their family members but can’t afford a live-in
inson said he’s actively working on building his team. He’s currently hiring CNAs and home health aides. Visit https://family1hc.com/ for more information. n
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Photo: Allegheny Center Alliance Church
Allegheny Center Alliance Church held a "ground blessing" ceremony on Sunday, July 25 to make way for their "Community Hub." The Hub will be the centerpiece of the church's multiphase campus redesign project, which according to Lead Pastor Alan 3 lbs. Hamburger Patties - 100% Beef Hannah, aims to "meet the ministry needs of the next generation." The building is expected to be completed and operational by September 2022. n Franks 8 Natural Casing
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Smokin Ghosts BBQ brings Southern flavor to Peggy's Harbor By Destiny Dixon Located along the North Shore’s Thomas J. Murphy Trail in what’s known as Peggy’s Harbor sits a lunch spot called Smokin Ghosts BBQ, named after owner Don Garrett’s family’s love of ghost hunting. Garrett took his passion for barbecue to the next level after selling his I.T. company three years ago. He and his team originally anticipated opening up a storefront in the Northside. However, once the COVID-19 pandemic began to affect restaurants nationwide, his plans were completely nixed. That left him, like many business owners, looking to find a way to stay afloat. Garrett’s scheme to have a food truck, though, happened before the idea of having a storefront location. “With the original [stationary] food truck, we decided that there was not a lot of foot traffic here to actually do a lot of business. So, we bought the mobile food truck and when that happened, that’s when COVID-19 hit everything,” he said. For Garrett, the focus for the mobile food truck was to use it to cater big, corporate events. But with them all being canceled because of statewide social distancing guidelines, Smokin Ghosts was left parked at Peggy’s Harbor. “At first, there wasn’t a lot of business.
But, what people started doing is calling us, like the HOAs (Homeowners Associations) from communities all around Pittsburgh, saying: ‘We have 65 houses here. Nobody’s going out to restaurants. Can you bring your food truck at five’o o'clock at night
gy’s Harbor have caught on to the bold and comforting flavors of the deep South that Smokin Ghosts specializes in. On a sunny Saturday afternoon, don’t be surprised to see local boaters, bicyclists, and runners alike in line, hungry to get a taste of
Photo: Destiny Dixon
Smokin Ghosts BBQ, owned by Don Garrett, has survived the initial trials of the COVID-19 pandemic and may soon become a contender for TV's "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives." and serve dinner?’ ... That’s how we were able to survive,” Garrett shared. The adventurer communities of Peg-
the food truck’s most popular menu items, such as the melt-in-your-mouth Pork Belly Burnt-End Tacos and the spicy Smoked
Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage. Add a side of cornbread pudding or classic country-style “mac n cheese” to your meal and you have the perfect Southern comfort food made with passion and care. Garrett and his team’s warm-hearted hospitality make the food all the more delicious. “Owning a barbecue business is not like a regular restaurant business because it takes us days to prep,” Garrett explained. “It takes our larger meats 15 hours to smoke. If we’re only serving 10 people, it doesn’t make sense… Some people will call us and say, ‘Are you going to be open Saturday? I have 15 people going on a bike ride and we want to stop for lunch.’” Smokin Ghosts applied to be a contender on the popular Food Network television show, “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives” after a mix of satisfied customer recommendations and the staff’s love for the show themselves. An online petition has been made so the restaurant can gain exposure nationwide. With high hopes, the staff is still waiting to hear about a definite feature on the show. Smokin Ghosts BBQ loves and cares about their community just as much as it does about them, and it shows in the food. Follow them on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/smokinghostsbbq and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/smokinghostsbbq/ for weekly specials, schedule updates, and events. n
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YINZBURGH! COMICS North Shore to host rebranded ‘Yinzer 4.12K’ this month By Nils Hanczar
such as a black and gold-themed “Best Yinzer” Costume Contest, and the Lil’ Following a partnership with P3R, Yinzer one-mile Fun Run. the Light of Life Rescue Mission’s annual “This is the ninth year for our Yinzer 5K has been renamed and rerouted, Yinzer race and we are honored to partner paying homage to the Steel City’s area code with P3R”, said Jerrel Gilliam, director and covering distances around PNC Park of the Light of Life Rescue Mission, an and Voeghtly Street. organization that, according to a press release, since 2018, has raised $63,000 for charitable causes thanks to this event. This year, course building duties have been handed off to premiere athletic event planners P3R, the company responsible for organizing the DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon and other top-tier fitness endeavors. “As our newest neighbors in the North Shore, we are so excited to partner with Light of Life on this year’s event,” Photo: Yinzer 4.12K says Troy Schooley, P3R CEO. “Through A runner waves a Terrible Towel on the this partnership, we are focused on bringing a unique course and our operational 2019 Yinzer race course. expertise to enhance this year’s event and The race’s new name, the “Yinzer benefit Light of Life’s Mission.” 4.12K” will take place on August 14, Since 1952 Light of Life Rescue 2021 on the North Shore, and invites Mission has provided shelter and Pittsburghers of all ages and athletic lev- rehabilitation to those facing homelessness, els to run and participate in other activities addiction, and poverty. n By Dean Ciocca
Visit our website: www.thenorthsidechronicle.com for news about Northside real estate, events, & more.
Hands Over Deutschtown
Photo: Jesse Descutner
Lindsay Dragan performs on the Park Stage during the first-ever "Hands Over Deutschtown" one-day music festival on July 17, 2021. Presented by Deutschtown Music Festival, Hands Over Deutschtown featured live music performances, an artists and vendors market, a busker's stage, and food trucks. n
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Northside Real Estate Transfers Allegheny City Central
Manchester
Great Dame L.P. to Trevor Ridilla at Eloise St. (VACANT LAND) for $49,000.
Western Avenue Assoc. to Cedarwood Commercial Properties L.P. at 1424 Western Ave. for $3,150,000.
Estate of Ronald Schultheis to Windsor Capital LLC at 107 Parkhurst St. for $420,000.
Marshall-Shadeland
Joshua Cozby to Anne and Clare Farris at 318 Jacksonia St. for $268,041. Tyler Norman to Nicholas Dardenne and Panayiota Govas at 1706 Buena Vista St. for $471,500.
Steel City Observer Investment Group LLC to AJ Bigelow LLC at 2330 Atmore St. for $50,000.
TPX Holdings LLC to East Jefferson Develop LLC at 128 E Jefferson St. for $66,918.
Ibuypittsburgh Inc. to Redo Consulting LLC at 1034 Rothpletz St. for $38,900.
Patriot Investment Properties Inc. to HPD North LLC at 842 Jacksonia St. for $540,000.
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. to Adam Mubarak at 1017 Hall St. for $13,007.
Kevin Kuntz to Ian Brasted and Laura Lovely at 1526 Monterey St. for $450,000.
The High Return Pittsburgh MultiFamily F to Matthew Michael Spolsky at 233 Marshall Ave. for $175,000.
Jefferson Town Homes in the War Streets to Robert Duca, Debora Chiaraluna, 519 W Jefferson St.,
Russell Laubach trustee to Roy Holiday IV at 2822 Shadeland Ave. for $5,000.
$590,000.
WGMAC LLC to Ambreia Dozier at 2916 Wadlow St. for $92,675.
Robert Felix to Ricardo Simmons and Jon Tyillian at 613 W Jefferson St. for $400,000.
Anthony Brown to SFR3-020 LLC at 1403 Woodland Ave. for $70,000.
Brighton Heights
4th Quarter Realty Group Inc. to Vincent Jones at 1350 Geyer Ave. for $106,000.
William Carper Jr. to PGH Living Matter LLC at 3269 Bainton St. for $25,000. Xiaozhen Chen to Good & Moore Real Estate Holdings LLC at 1901 Termon Ave. for $290,000.
Helena Schaefers to Earthlow Holdings LLC at 1 Tumbo St. for $70,000.
Observatory Hill
Haven Home Builders LLC to Michael and Carlene Halmo at 1461 Benton Ave. for $370,000.
Mark Ogara to Kenneth Charles Jae at 3751 Baytree St. for $135,000.
Susannah Creen to Moxie Venture LLC at 3625 California Ave. for $230,000.
Gregory Sovek to Delia Veschi at 211 Bascom Ave. for $139,900.
Robert Spanik to Kathleen Beatty at 3523 Campus St. for $44,500.
Shachar Pooyae to Michael Petyak and Renee Monahan at 14 Montana St. for $139,900.
Jesse Ecker to Colin Arthur Bates and Emily Jane Bell at 3990 Drexel Road for $190,000.
Tanisha Wilkes to Brian Dourlain at 317 Venture St. for $122,500.
Estate of Cecelia Thompson to Emily Matschner at 4010 Shoreham St. for $100,000.
JSSCRE LLC to Dylan Connor Thomas Dunlop at 3032 Viola St. for $187,500.
David Critchlow to Michelle Porter at 1821 Wittmer St. for $236,000.
Perry Hilltop
Wells Fargo Bank NA to Macario Glover Hing at 3755 Atkins St. for $37,900. Christopher Eisengart to Garrett and Justin Miller at 826 Benton Ave. for $115,000.
Allegheny Property Solutions LLC to I Work Solution LLC at 2121 Federal Street Ext. for $28,000.
Ella Slaughter to Hallima Abdalla and Mohamed Ali at 4012 Brighton Road for $160,000.
David Splittberger to Natasha Neira at 2212 Perrysville Ave. for $195,000.
Erin Springer to William Benedict Hardy and Marissa Graber at 1005 Davis Ave. for $340,000.
Derrick Olszewski to SFR3-000 LLC at 527 McClintock Ave. for $98,000.
Gregory Lou to Mark Poston at 1805 Fairlee St. for $315,000.
John Lewis Jr. to North Shore Investments LLC at 1932 Morris St. for $20,000.
Robert Dramble to Alexa Miller trustee at 3815 Mcclure Ave. for $45,000.
Spring Garden
Daniel Kirsch to GT Property Holdings LLC at 1706 Termon Ave. for $90,000. Matthew Brindamour to Timothy Lawrence and Kristen Leuschen at 1201 West Point Ave. for $190,000.
NCRC Housing Rehab Fund LLC to Tyler Andrews at 1124 Voskamp St. for $287,000.
Chad Wise to Mark Schinzel at 3822 Wilksboro Ave. for $195,000.
Fifth Ave Property Group LLC to 30:15 Investments LLC at 1326 Diana St. for $5,000.
Alia Properties LLC to Triple T Res LLC at 4028 Northminister St. for $232,501.
Spring Hill
East Deutschtown
Arthur Mustakas to Katharyn Gaslowitz and Hannah Dobbs at 25 Solar St. for $60,000.
Ian Miller to Justin Cullen at 825 Concord St. for $375,000.
CKSBS Investments LLC to FG Real Est Investments LLC at 1155 Buente St. Unit 1 for $92,000.
818 Phineas Street Land Trust to Samantha Jo Fabin at 818 Phineas St. for $197,500.
Justin Waddell to Joseph Roy and Laura Greenberg at 2115 Rockledge St. for $330,000.
Frank Sentak to Melius Capital Fund 3 LLC at 900 Wettach St. for $85,000.
Summer Hill
Bernard Grady to Taylor and Marvin Ledgister at 902 Constance St. for $125,000. Andrew Briggs to Claire McCue at 915 Wettach St. for $315,000.
William Gendron to William Halcomb at 4476 Highridge St. for $166,750.
Ariel Barasch to Kevin Kraft at 930 Peralta St. for $235,000.
Jon Stunja to Juliana and Tracy Mee at 4455 Cherryland St. for $185,000.
Fineview
Gregory Zeitler to Jodi Campbell at 125 Ivory Ave. for $175,000.
Alaina Investment Co. LLC to Paul Schacht and Hannah Gerbe at 1729 Warren St. for $169,000.
H1 Management LLC to Philip Coiro at 1127 Goettman St. for $115,000.
Historic Deutschtown
John Schweizer to Oliver Morrison at 1378 Herman St. for $153,000.
Joshua Glover to Kathleen Dapper at 615 Avery St. for $275,000.
Estate of John Barron to Walter Lee Buchanan II at 2145 Lowrie St. for $58,000.
Graf Partners Development LLC to Nicholas Cary Rivers at 618 Lockhart St. for $275,000.
Estate of Lori Sabol to Joshua Hubert at 1912 Tours St. for $115,000.
Shelton Carney to Yarnovich Capital LLC at 910 James St. for $170,000.
Thomas Hart to Brittany Weber at 52 Waterfront Drive for $480,000.
Matthew Bartlett to Jonathan Paul Hanrahan and Sarah Ann Axtell at 434 Catoma St. for $142,785.
Troy Hill
Steven Guyton to Thomas and Cynthia Hart at 40 Waterfront Drive for $592,500.
Find the latest Northside real estate transfers at www.nschronicle.com
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Wigle collaborates with Iron City Beer
By Destiny Dixon Wigle Whiskey has released a new addition to their alcoholic beverage line in
August 2021
Precious Sprouts Daycare Academy now officially open
the classic boilermaker tradition that started back in an age when bartenders took orders for “Imp ‘n’ Irons” by local millworkers. Wigle Distiller Michael Foglia encour-
Photo: Wigle Whiskey
‘Imp-ish’ straight rye whiskey, the new and limited-edition spirit from Wigle Whiskey and Iron City Beer, 'keeps Pittsburgh lore alive': It pays homage to a time when bartenders took orders for 'Imp 'n' Irons' by local millworkers. collaboration with Iron City Beer. The straight rye whiskey called “Impish” is a limited edition, “bringing back the rich Pittsburgh history of serving a shot of imperial rye with [an] Iron City Beer,” according to a press release. It is made specially in mind for Pittsburgh pubs and eateries with the hopes that they will bring back
ages local bar goers to “keep Pittsburgh lore alive” with Imp-ish whiskey and Iron City beer. Imp-ish whiskey is available for preorder with pickup at the Wigle Whiskey Photos courtesy of Sydni Mundy Distillery or Bottle Shop at Ross Park Mall. Visit https://wiglewhiskey.com/ for more Precious Sprouts Daycare Academy celebrated their grand opening on Sunday, June 13 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Founded by Sydni Mundy, Precious Sprouts is information. n located in Observatory Hill's Pride Project. More photos at www.nschronicle.com. n
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WPC Inc. board members to be elected this fall From WPC, Page 1 the birthplace of Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS), now known as NeighborWorks, which has 240 chapters across the U.S. These successes were made possible thanks to residents who decided to be the change they wanted to see. In the 1960s, urban renewal, loss of income, and other economic trends forced low and moderate-income residents from their homes, especially in the lower Northside. A diverse collaboration occurred as pastors joined residents and the Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation to pursue development and construction of an assisted living residence for seniors. Organized as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) subsidiary of the former Central Northside Neighborhood Council (CNNC), now ACCA, WPC held its first board meeting at Trinity Lutheran Church in September of 1971. A dozen meeting minutes books describe the six-year long process undertaken by the group in order to assemble land, secure financing, design a building, and get support for the project. As with any sustained effort, there were times when the obstacles seemed insurmountable and it was difficult to imagine a road ahead. The group toured buildings in the region, took classes in management, made home visits to prospective residents, and wrote proposals for funding. When President Nixon issued a moratorium on housing subsidy in 1973, a group went to the office of U.S. Senator Hugh Scott and reportedly announced “we may not be able to spell constituent, but we know what it means and we aren’t leaving until we meet with the Senator.” Their dogged determination paid off and ground was broken by Mayor Richard Caliguiri on July 20, 1977. By November of 1978, three apartments in the building were occupied. Market rent was
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$349 per month. For over a decade, volunteer board members supervised building operations directly, supported by the building manager and staff. Board members interviewed prospective tenants, hired staff, and handled finances. Roy Redman was particularly dedicated and spent countless volunteer hours learning about compliance and building maintenance. In the 1990s, a management company was hired to supervise and handle day-to-day operations while the board provided monthly oversight. Recognizing the need for substantial rehabilitation, particularly as outside panels began rapidly deteriorating, the board assembled a complex financing package in order to raise the funds needed. Partnering with a private developer enabled the board to secure low-income tax credits and URA bond financing. The deal required the building to be sold to private investors who would use the tax credits for 15 years, then sell the building back to WPC. After 28 years of careful stewardship, WPC was sold to West Park Court Housing Limited Partnership (WPCHLP), a for-profit entity, in December of 2006. Substantial rehabilitation was undertaken, including the replacement of outside panels and installation of a new roof, a parking lot, and new balconies. This partnership will be dissolved once the building is sold back to WPC Inc. in December of 2021. WPC Inc. has been dormant for 15 years, but is now gearing up to regain own- Serving the Northside, Pittsburgh, Western PA, ership of the complex. Regional Housing Licensed in OH, WV, FL Legal Services has been contracted to assist the board. New board members will be elected by the membership of ACCA in the fall of 2021. The building should be completely back to community ownership by December of 2021. Anyone interested in getting more involved is welcome to contact WPC at wpcourtinc@gmail.com. n
Are you one of the many people looking to make a change and a difference in 2021? At the New Hazlett Theater we’re passionate about providing a space for innovative artists to develop, collaborate, grow and flourish. We’re growing our creative team and we’re looking for people like you. We offer:
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The Northside Chronicle's Newspaper Project Survey
Dear Northside Chronicle readers,
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Will you take a moment to help us get to know you better?
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As our tiny publication looks to the future, we invite our readers to look forward along with us. Let us know your thoughts today about the future of newspapers and other news sources so that we are able to better serve the community and its needs.
Radio station(s) ___________________ __________________________________
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The survey is also available online at: thenorthsidechronicle.com/survey
Public service(s) (Ex: your local library,
school, transportation services, city council, health department, etc.) _________________
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Please use the printed survey and return by post mail to: The Northside Chronicle "ATTN: Newspaper Project Survey” 922 Middle St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212.
Social media (Ex: a particular local Face-
book group) _________________________
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groups where you’re an active member (Ex: community of faith, volunteer group, recreational activities) _____________________
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Community nonprofit organization(s) (Ex:
nonprofits working to address a specific mission
Sincerely, The Northside Chronicle Staff 1. Where did you pick up this Northside Chronicle? _________________________ 2. In which Northside neighborhood(s) do you live or spend the most time? o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o
Allegheny City Central Allegheny West Brighton Heights California-Kirkbride Charles St. Valley Chateau East Deutschtown Fineview Historic Deutschtown Manchester Marshall-Shadeland (Brightwood) North Shore Northview Heights Observatory Hill Perry Hilltop Spring Garden Spring Hill Summer Hill
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Troy Hill
3. Think about the Pittsburgh-specific and Allegheny County local news that you need. Which sources do you rely upon for trustworthy, local news updates, information, and/or resources about your community? Please check all that apply. If you'd like to provide names of sources, there is space to share them. Statewide sources are OK, but please do not include any national sources as they are unlikely to be local. o Newspaper(s) ____________________ __________________________________ o News website(s) __________________ __________________________________ o Television station(s) ________________ __________________________________
like education, health, immigration, children’s, or women's issues) ____________________
__________________________________ o WhatsApp groups or SMS messaging ___ __________________________________ __________________________________ o Other (please specify) ______________ __________________________________
4. Of the sources you noted and/or listed above, which are your top three, go-to most trusted or reliable? If you have a reason why these sources are more trusted or reliable, please share with us why: o ________________________________ ________________________________ __ o ________________________________ ________________________________ __ o ________________________________ ________________________________ __
5. Still thinking about your top three sources, which local news topics do these sources provide information about that you find most useful? Check all that apply. Neighborhood information o
Arts, culture and entertainment
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Weather
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Immigration
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Education and schools
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Breaking news
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Traffic and transportation
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Business and economic development
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Politics and government
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Environment
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Crime and safety
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Social services
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Health and wellness
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Real estate and housing
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Volunteerism
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Other (please specify)
6. If you were describing yourself in the third person, how would you complete this sentence? Please check all that apply: "A is B years old and C." A) o He o She o They B) o Under 21 years old o 22-32 o 33-43 o 44-54 o 55-64 C) o
o 65-75
o 76+
grew up on the Northside and contin-
ue/s to live their entire life. o
grew up on the Northside, moved away
from the city, and then later returned. o
grew up on the Northside then moved to
another part of the city/county. o
moved to the Northside from another part
of the city/county. o
moved to the Northside from another part
of the state. o
moved to the Northside from another part
of the country. o
moved to the Northside from another part
of the world.
7. If you were describing yourself, how would you complete this sentence? Please check all that apply: " I currently A place of living and mostly get around town by B and while occasionally C" A) o rent my o own my o co-share my (arrangements that do not include renting or owning)
9. Which of the following roles best describe you? Please check all that apply. o Business employee or owner o Public sector employee or leader o Teacher or education leader o Parent of children under 21 o Nonprofit staff member or leader o Philanthropist or individual donor o Journalist or local news leader o Community group elected board member or general membership (please specify)_________________________ o Local resident with another role (please specify) _____________________ 10. Do you have any additional thoughts about your local news and information environment that you would like to share? Or do you have any questions for us? If you'd like a response, please include your name and preferred way to contact: email, phone, text, another messaging app. __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________
B) o driving my car o driving my family/friends' car o receiving rides from family/friends o ordering a ridesharing service/taxi o riding the PAT bus/rail o manually biking/walking
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C) o manually biking/walking o riding the PAT bus/rail o ordering a ridesharing service/taxi o receiving rides from family/friends o driving my family/friends' car o driving my car
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8. What is your annual household income level? o Less than $20,000 o $20,000 to $44,999 o $45,000 to $99,999 o $100,000 to $139,000 o $140,000 to $199,000 o Above $200,000 o Prefer not to say
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__________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ Thank you for being our valued reader and taking the time to complete the survey.