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Brian Howe, creator and host of the podcast START THE BEAT with Sikes, holds his painting, “Mona Rexa,” in his home studio in Troy Hill. Howe started his podcast in 2014 as a “personal experiment” to get better at navigating conversation and has now recorded and produced close to 200 episodes.
Podcast ponders nitty-gritty of life as a working artist By Ashlee Green Brian Howe, creator of START THE BEAT with Sikes, a podcast for and about Pittsburgh artists, creatives and the people they inspire, has figured out an effective formula for making friends in his 30s: Inviting people on his podcast. “It’s funny. I guess there’s a part of me that judges how good of a friend I could be with somebody by how unavailable they are,” he says. “I try to surround myself with people that are working hard on things.” Howe noticed an empty space in the conversations creative people
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were having with one another and hoped his podcast could fill it. “Nobody’s really talking about what they’re doing outside of their art, or why they do it, or what it’s like juggling full-time jobs, juggling school, juggling children, family, with all of this art that they’re putting out,” he says. The podcast, which he started in 2014 and now has close to 200 episodes, began with no standard platform. It was just conversations between Howe and his close friends, like Ashley Corts of Black Forge Coffee House and Mike Hitt of MCM Studios. Once it became more regular, Howe began
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to receive requests from people he didn’t know asking to be a guest on his show. At some point, he says, the number of requests was so great that he “lost control of who was on the show.” The one-on-one dialogues became soapboxes for people promoting their new albums. “I started to feel like I was being taken advantage of,” he says. “I wasn’t saying ‘no.’” Howe began to ask himself, “How can I make this fun again?,” and came up with the concept of panel discussions. “A lot of people have the same struggles in the city, a lot of people excel in the same ways. We’re
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talking about a lot of the same venues, same social circles,” he explains. He took these common conversation threads and created specialized, multi-person panels around each of them. There’s an episode in the works right now, for example, that features Diana “Dingo” Ngo and Brooks Criswell from the heavy metal-themed vegan restaurant Onion Maiden and John Huxley from hard rock band Jakethehawk examining the interactions between music and the food industry. The panelists discuss how writing a song can be similar to See Sikes, Page 9
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Community Meetings
After Jail & Prison Ministry Support Mondays, 6-7 p.m. Allegheny Center Alliance Church 412.321.4333 ext. 127 801 Union Place, first floor Allegheny West Civic Council 2nd Tuesday, monthly, 7:30 p.m. Calvary United Methodist Church 412.323.8884 Brighton Heights Citizens Federation 2nd Thursday, bi-monthly, 7 p.m. Morrow Elementary School 412.734.0233 Brightwood Civic Group 1st Tuesday, monthly,6 p.m. Pressley Ridge, 2611 Stayton St. 412.732.8152 Brightwood Community Emergency Response Shelter 3rd Thursday, monthly, 6 p.m. 3219 Central Ave. California-Kirkbride Blockwatch 3rd Thursday, monthly, 7 p.m. 1601 Brighton Rd., 3rd floor California-Kirkbride Neighbors 2nd Thursday, monthly, 7 p.m. 1601 Brighton Rd., 3rd floor 412.758.3898
Manchester Citizens Corporation Quarterly meetings, call for times MCC Center, 1319 Allegheny Ave. 412.323.1743 Manchester Public Safety Meeting Quarterly meetings, call for times Northside Leadership Conference 412.323.1743 Northside Rotary Club Every Friday, noon Cardello Building, 2nd Floor NS Coalition for Fair Housing Board 2nd Monday, monthly, 6:30 p.m. 1821 Brighton Rd. 412.321.5527 NS Coalition for Fair Housing Members Monthly, call for times 1821 Brighton Rd. 412.321.5521 Northside Leadership Conference Call to confirm 1st Wednesday, monthly, 6 p.m. MCC Center, 1319 Allegheny Ave. 412.231.4714 North Side Lions Club 2nd and 4th Tuesday, monthly, noon Max’s Allegheny Tavern
Central Northside Neighborhood Council 2nd Monday, monthly, 7 p.m. Allegheny Traditional Academy 412.231.7742
North Side Public Safety Council 1st Thursday, monthly, 5:30 p.m. 1319 Allegheny Ave. 1st floor meeting room 412.231.4714 ext. 201
Charles Street Area Council 1st Monday, monthly, call for times Pittsburgh Project, 2801 N. Charles St. 412.321.5567
Northside Toastmasters 2nd & 4th Thursdays, monthly, 6:30pm Carnegie Library, 1230 Federal St. 412-204-6018
Community Alliance of Spring Garden/ East Deutschtown 2nd Tuesday, monthly, 6:30 p.m. Fuhrer Building of St. Michael’s Church 412.228.0376
Observatory Hill, Inc. 3rd Wednesday, monthly, 7 p.m. Byzantine Seminary, 3605 Perrysville Ave. 412.231.2887
Deutschtown New Hope Council 3rd Thursday, monthly, 6:30 p.m. Community Center, 623 Suismon St.
The Promise Group Every other Tuesday, 6 p.m. Western Pa. Humane Society 412.321.1019
East Allegheny Community Council 2nd Tuesday, monthly, 7 p.m. Arnold’s Tea 412.321.1204
Troy Hill Citizens Council March 8, June 6th, Sept. 12, Dec. 12. 1515 Tinsbury St. 412.321.2852
Fineview & Perry Hilltop Citizens Councils 4th Tuesday, monthly, 6 p.m. Contact for location info@ourfuturehilltop.org 412-238-7528
Spring Hill Civic League March 5, May 7, Sept. 10, Oct. 1, Nov. 5 6 p.m, Spring Hill Elementary School auditorium, contact@shcl.org
Mexican War Streets Society 3rd Monday, bi-monthly, 6:30-7 p.m. 1400 Buena Vista St. 412.323.9030
Summer Hill Citizens Committee 3rd Tuesday, monthly, 6:30 p.m. WPXI Television Station community room
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November newsletter from Councilwoman Darlene Harris
The autumn weather has finally set in and the temperatures are dropping! This means that the celebration of Thanksgiving will be here before we know it. Time to stuff the turkeys, mash the potatoes,and bake the pumpkin pie. Take the time to be thankful for everything and everyone that you are blessed with. Also, make sure to be safe when venturing out to Black Friday shopping! When the first snowfall arrives, drive carefully and look out for road updates on my social media. If you have any elderly neighbors, please check on them in case they need help with getting around in the snow.
Budget season is here for our office, so we will be very busy with meetings. In addition to budget season, we are continuing to push for roads to be paved. Thank you for being patient with that! For more information about your neighborhood, check with your local community groups. Please thank the members that are involved in your community group, because they are volunteers! Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns at darlene.harris@pittsburghpa.gov or 412-255-2135. Have a very Happy Thanksgiving! Darlene M. Harris Councilwoman, District 1
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Northside Public Safety Bulletin
DON’T BE A TARGET. As our clocks fall back this month, our days will be shorter and nights, longer. Robberies tend to go up this time of year while we’re out walking, exercising, etc. Home and vehicle robberies go up, too. So if you are out in the public, we encourage you to always stay vigilant, alert and aware of your surroundings. Do not impair your senses: It will make you a potential target. Keep your home and property locked at all times, including your doors and windows, especially ones on the ground floor, as well as garages and courtyards. The more your property is lit up, the less of a target you may be,
so keep all exterior lights on throughout the night. As always, we encourage you to keep your vehicle locked with nothing of value in sight. If possible, keep valuables out of your vehicle completely. We also encourage you to look after your neighbors that are elderly or disabled to help make sure their properties are secure and that they will be safe in their home. Many of us will have home deliveries for the coming holiday season. Make arrangements to have your deliveries placed in secure spots such as porches, vestibules, courtyards or to a neighbor. David Stacy is President of The Northside Public Safety Council (NPSC).
Applications ongoing for program to lower winter heating bills Allegheny City Central Association (ACCA) is accepting applications for the Residential Energy Audit Program. The program is intended primarily for seniors and
low-income housing residents looking to save energy and money on their winter utility bills. ACCA is partnering with Conservation Consultants Inc. (CCI), a
nonprofit that has successfully organized similar programs throughout Pittsburgh, for this program. The application for the Residential Energy Audit Program
is available on the ACCA website, www.accapgh.org. For more information and to check if you qualify, email energyaudit@accapgh.org or call 412-465-0192.
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Directory of Northside Schools
PPS Elementary Schools: Allegheny Traditional Academy K-5
Principal: Molly O’Malley-Arguenta Contact: momalleyarguenta1@pghschools. org, (412) 529-4100 Location: 810 Arch St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enrollment: 561 School Board: Kevin Carter Contact: kcarter1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3770
Spring Hill K-5
Principal: Erin McClay Contact: emclay1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3000 Location: 1351 Damas St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enrollment: 176 School Board: Regina Holley Contact: rholley1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3770
PPS K-8 Schools: King PreK-8
Principal: Michael Perella Contact: mperella1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-4160 Location: 50 Montgomery Pl. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enrollment: 433 School Board: Kevin Carter Contact: kcarter1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3770
Manchester PreK-8
Principal: Aisha Robinson Contact: arobinson1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3100 Location: 1612 Manhattan St, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 Enrollment: 203 School Board: Kevin Carter Contact: kcarter1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3770
Morrow PreK-8
Principal: Michael Calvert Contact: mcalvert1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-6600 Location: 1611 Davis Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enrollment: 589 School Board: Veronica Edwards Contact: vedwards1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3770
PPS Middle Schools: Allegheny 6-8
Principal: Yarra Howze Contact: yhowze1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-4115 Location: 810 Arch St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enrollment: 215 School Board: Kevin Carter Contact: kcarter1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3770
Schiller 6-8
Principal: Paula Heinzman Contact: pheinzman1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-4190 Location: 1018 Peralta St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enrollment: 174
School Board: Regina Holley Contact: rholley1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3770
PPS High School: Perry High School
Principal: Darrel Prioleau Contact: dprioleau1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3400 Location: 3875 Perrysville Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15214 Enrollment: 468 School Board: Veronica Edwards Contact: vedwards1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3770
Charter Schools: Manchester Academic Charter School K-8 CEO: Vasilios Scoumis Contact: vscoumis@macsk8.org, (412) 322-0585 Location: 1214 Liverpool St., Pittsburgh, PA 15233 Enrollment: 366
Propel Northside Charter School K-8
Principal: Meghan Lawrence Contact: meganlawrence@propelschools. org, (412) 325-1412 Location: 1805 Buena Vista St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enrollment: 396
Provident Charter School (Grades 3-5)
CEO: David Zeiler Contact: dzeiler@providentcharterschool. org, (412) 709-5160 Location: 1400 Troy Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enrollment: 136
Private Schools: Northside Catholic Assumption Academy PreK-8
Principal: Rosanne Kwiatkowski Contact; nscprincipal1@gmail.com, (412) 761-5043 Location: 3854 Brighton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enrollment: 195
PPS Regional Schools: Clayton Academy
Principal: Rhonda Brown Contact: rbrown2@pghschools.org, (412) 529-6000 Location: 1901 Clayton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15214 Enrollment: 67
Conroy Education Center
Principal: Molly Skedel Contact: mskedel1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3105 Location: 1398 Page St., Pittsburgh, PA, 15233 Enrollment: 182
Oliver Citywide Academy
Principal: Anthony Esoldo Contact: aesoldo1@pghschools.org, (412) 529-3125 Location: 2323 Brighton Rd., Pittsburgh, PA, 15212 Enrollment: 85
For more on NS schools, see Education, Page 26.
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Alan Perry resigns as NS Scoutmaster after 27 years By Ashlee Green Phones are ringing frequently here at Alan Perry’s house in Manchester. The start of the open enrollment period for Medicare is just a few days away and customers of Perry, the owner and founder of Perry Insurance Group, have questions. But today, Perry, who is resigning as Scoutmaster of Boys Scouts of America Troop 281 and Cub Scouts Troop 281 of Bidwell Street United Presbyterian Church, is talking about another concern: finding a new Scoutmaster to replace him. Starting in 2019, Bidwell Church may no longer have a Boy Scout troop. While Perry is resigning as Scoutmaster, he plans to remain a commissioner, or a consultant for adult troop leaders, and a merit badge counselor, or a mentor for Scouts learning specialized crafts and hobbies
like archery and salesmanship. Bidwell Church’s club charter is up at the end of December and if no replacement for Perry is found by then, it would be, according to Perry, a crisis. Perry has won several awards for his accomplishments with Boy Scouts, including the District Award of Merit and two national awards, the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award and the Silver Beaver Award. “You don’t do it for the awards,” said Perry. “You do it because of the need for making young men better men. That’s why I do it.” Perry grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, and was working as a paperboy when a Scoutmaster, who happened to be one of his customers, encouraged him to join the Boy Scouts. After a short stint as a Cub Scout, he didn’t get involved again until after he married, had children, and realized the structure for young men that Boy Scouts provided. Structure, he said, was
something his own son needed at the time. According to Perry, it wasn’t long until he formed three different Cub Scout dens in East Cleveland.
After moving to Pittsburgh, Perry became involved with the Bidwell Church Troop 281, and has served as a Cubmaster and Scoutmaster there for over 27 years.
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Alan Perry at the annual Blue and Gold Banquet at Manchester’s Bidwell Presbyterian Church in 2016, where he was honored for his service to the Scouts. Perry, now resigning as Scoutmaster, is recruiting for a replacement. Each church had a Cub Scout den He also created a program for and they met with him once a month See Perry, Page 12 as a pack.
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Peduto proposes an additional $1.5 million to fix landslide damage in NS neighborhoods By Nick Eustis With over 45 inches of rain dumped on the city this year, Pittsburgh is on track for one of the wettest years since 2004, when remnants from Hurricanes Frances and Ivan dropped over 57 inches, according to the National Weather Service. This increased rainfall has led to a number of problems for Pittsburgh, particularly infrastructure in the Northside. Oversaturation of soil has caused a number of landslides that have damaged roads and houses, especially in Spring Hill. As a result, Mayor Bill Peduto proposed a plan on July 24 to improve infrastructure citywide. This proposal includes $1.5 million for landslide remediation, adding to the $2.25 million already in the 2018 city budget for this purpose. Diana Street and List Street in Spring Hill will be particular focuses
of this cleanup. Heavy precipitation also takes a heavy physical toll on Pittsburgh’s already struggling road system, widening cracks and opening new potholes. Consequently, Mayor Peduto has proposed to add $1.3 million to the $17 million in the city budget for street paving. This new spending proposal is part of a larger project to revamp infrastructure in Pittsburgh. The largest element of this plan is $1.7 million for the demolition and reconstruction of the Cowley Recreation Center in Troy Hill. An additional $100,000 will be invested to help ensure that businesses across the city are in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This additional money for Mayor Peduto’s plan, totallingover $4 million, will be derived from unused funding for projects from 2003 to the present.
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Walt Maddox of The Marcels, a living legend By Samantha Luu Between the late 1950s and early 1960s, a proliferation of musical talent emerged from Pittsburgh. Jimmy Beaumont and the Skyliners came from the South Side, the El Venos from Penn Hills, the El Capris from the Hill District and the Del Vikings from Moon Township. But according to Fred Bohn, Sr., owner of The Attic Records in Millvale, it’s The Marcels that claim the title, “pride of the Northside.” The original members of The Marcels: Cornelius Harp on lead vocals, Ron Mundy, first tenor, Gene Bricker, second tenor, Richard Knauss, baritone, and Fred Johnson, bass, all began their careers as teens. After graduating from Allegheny and Oliver High Schools, they set out to form their own musical group. The band began practice sessions in 1959, at a small, makeshift recording studio on Woods Run Avenue and produced a number of demo tapes. They were signed by Colpix Records, a subsidiary of Columbia, the next year. During this time, Walt Maddox, a native of Manchester and classmate of some of the existing Marcels members, had started his own group called The Blenders. He was asked to join The Marcels in May of 1961. According to Maddox, his tenure with The Marcels was supposed to be temporary; a prelude to a promised, but never delivered, solo contract with Colpix. In the fall of that same year, Colpix produced a movie entitled, “Twist Around the Clock.” It was the company’s counter to the popular film, “Rock Around the Clock,” featuring Bill Haley and the Comets. Slated to open during the holiday season, the film starred Chubby Checker, Dion and The Marcels. The
Photo courtesy of Walt Maddox
Walt Maddox, Manchester native and member of The Marcels, now prefers to work behind the scenes. He mentors young singers and formed his own record label, Super M. Marcels recorded three new songs for the project: “Twistin’ Fever”, “Merry Twistmas” and “Don’t Cry For Me This Christmas.” At the end of 1961, the Marcels released the 45-r.p.m. record of songs, “Really Need Your Love,” the first song Maddox wrote for the group, and “My Melancholy Baby,” the group’s last hit on the Top 100 R&B Charts. Two years later, The Marcels were dropped from Colpix. “[Our] sound just couldn’t compete with the British invasion and the heavy soul and R&B that was coming out of places like Detroit and Chicago,” said Maddox. But Maddox and Johnson kept the group together until around 1972, releasing songs on various labels. In 2002, The Marcels were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. Their only number one hit, “Blue Moon,” is featured in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame list of “500 songs that shaped rock and roll.” Two
years later, Maddox engaged in a court battle which ultimately granted him full ownership of The Marcels’ name and the ability to both license the band’s material and book its shows. “Since Colpix no longer exists, it is hard to say who really owns our masters anymore,” said Maddox. “I’ve never seen a royalty check from any of my work with the original group.” Maddox eventually formed his own label, called Super M, based here in Pittsburgh. He released a number of albums, both The Marcels and solo work, and is preparing to debut a new one called “High School Memories,” a compilation of both classic doo-wop songs and original music. The current band, featuring Jules Hopson, Richard Harris, Kenny Mitchell and Ted Smith is now touring to promote it. The two major highlights of Maddox’s career are his solo world tour, “Tribute to Nat King Cole,” and his “Wake Up Your See Maddox, Page 10
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START THE BEAT examines interactions of music and food industries
that was really awesome.’ But if you go out to a restaurant, you don’t get crafting a menu and how that opportunity.” He admits he’s people in the service often found himself in a slump on his industry often don’t get a voice. show, featuring “a whole lot of guys “Being a chef is an art form that talking about being in their bands” gets overlooked,” says Howe. “Say for stretches at a time, but hopes you go to a show and you watch a the panel discussions will change From Sikes, Page 1
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures are on display in Howe’s home studio. “I told myself, ‘I’m never going to buy a Ninja Turtles thing again,’” Howe said. “Then [these] got released.” live band perform. Chances are, this. He’s putting out a call for more you’ll have a good opportunity female identifying individuals and after seeing their set to be like, ‘Wow, people of color to be on the show.
“I’m trying to make sure that [with] every panel that I’m doing, I have as diverse of a lineup as possible regarding race, gender, even just social scene background,” he said. “It keeps the conversation interesting.” START THE BEAT isn’t the only project Howe is involved in. He works full-time at Get Hip Recordings. His “main baby” is his solo hip-hop material, which he releases under the name Sikes. He plays in a metal band called Greywalker, who put out an album in July, and is a co-coordinator for Brewtal Beer Fest, an annual all-day music and craft beer festival. The full-band version of his solo work, Sikes and the New Violence, is dropping a new album, “Modern Modesty,” this November. “I get stressed out a lot, but I try to remember that I’m not getting paid for a lot of the things that I do, so there’s not that much of a responsibility... I work on what I want to work on,” he says. Before START THE BEAT began, Howe was in a bad place: “growing pains,” he calls
it, which was evident in some of his older music. He jokes that podcast episodes serve as “low-key therapy sessions” for him, and each one is another chance for him to self-reflect. He’s trying not to take life so seriously. “The only way I could possibly remain productive and do all the things that I want to do is by being one hundred percent honest,” he says. “It’s too much work to keep up a facade.” Howe is still at the point where most of his listeners are friends, but he’s eager to see how that changes in the future. “It’s wild going places and seeing people you don’t know wearing your band’s shirt,” he says. He’s thankful for where he is now, and excited to drop his new album, which he says shows his goofy side again. As for his goals with START THE BEAT, Howe wants to bring the show to a broader audience, especially non-musicians. He’s busy, and that’s how he likes it: “I don’t plan on stopping anytime soon, that’s for sure.”
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RETURN OF THE GRINCH! We had a blast last year so we’re doing it again. Two days of photo fun with the Grinch. Stop in November 11th or 18th, from 11:00 - 3:00 to have you and pet’s picture taken with the Grinch. The event is FREE, but we’re asking for a donation that will benefit Pet Match Rescue and Joey’s P.A.W.. Follow Wagsburgh on Facebook and Instagram to learn more and stay connected. Wagsburgh 632 E. Ohio Street 412.904.3459 www.wagspgh.com @wagsburgh
Dreams” school assembly program, aimed at inspiring elementary school students around the country. Maddox officially retired from singing in 1999. “I just can’t keep up with these young guys anymore,” he stated. Now in his 70s and still residing in Pittsburgh, Maddox prefers to work behind the scenes, managing and producing The Marcels and seeking out new talent. He is credited with mentoring Christina Aguilera in her early years and is currently working with Vanessa Campagna, a singer from Beaver Falls. He said the lasting legacy of The Marcels is “the joy the music brings to everyone, of all generations — even kids love it when they hear it—and of course, all the great memories.” For more information about The Marcels, including their tour schedule, visit their official site: www. themarcels.com. To purchase the band’s music, either on vinyl or CD, at The Attic Records Store Inc., call 412-821-8484, or email them at atticrecords@verizon.net.
Photo courtesy of Walt Maddox
Current members of The Marcels, clockwise from top left: Kenny Mitchell, Richard Harris, Ted Smith and Jules Hopson. Maddox and the band are touring to promote their compilation album of both classic doo-wop songs and original music.
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No Scoutmaster at Bidwell Church would be “crisis,” says Perry Males, Inc., which works to ensure the social, educational and economic Scouts with disabilities, which now advancement of black males. Cartexists throughout the Greater Laurel er also serves as representative of Highlands Council. He finds his District 8 for the Pittsburgh Board work rewarding, he said, because of the successes of his former Scouts. Many of them earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank a Boy Scout can achieve, and one is his own son. Quentin “Cue” Perry, is a painter who teaches preschool at the Campus School of Carlow University. Alan remembers a time during Quentin’s first year at the University of Pittsburgh, when Quentin called him and said, “Dad, I just saved somebody’s life.” A student had cut his wrists in the bathroom and Quentin, trained in first aid through the Boy Scouts, knew what to do. Photo courtesy of Alan Perry “Scouting is so important,” said Perry. “Those are life skills he’ll Alan Perry, Scoutmaster of the Bidwell Church Boy Scouts of never forget.” Another one of Perry’s mentees, America Troop 281, is resigning. Kevin Carter, is the founder and Scouting, he said, teaches young CEO of The Adonai Center for Black men unforgettable life skills. From Perry, Page 5
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of Public Education, a position Perry said he ran for and lost when Carter was a kid. Perry calls Carter his “legacy” and remembers driving him back and forth from Farmington, Pennsylvania, to work at Boy Scout summer camps hosted at Heritage Reservation, a job that helped Carter pay for his college education. “No one knows the problems that African-American men face, especially in this city,” said Perry. “[Carter] is doing a fantastic job.” Perry’s work is never done. The past moderator of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Black Presbyterian Caucus, he continues to run Perry Insurance Group and serves as Secretary for the Northside Community Development Fund. He sits on the property and finance board and serves as Chair of the Freedom Rising Committee, formed
to address and improve the plight of African-American males in Pittsburgh, at the Pittsburgh Presbytery. He’s also an ordained elder at Bidwell Church and has been a Prince Hall Freemason for close to 50 years. Perry claims to have played just a small part in the lives of the Boy Scouts he mentored and said he could not have done it all without the help of his registered Scout leaders, his wife Anita, Janice Park, the Colelli family and Rebecca Coger. He is willing to offer a helping hand to community leaders interested in taking over his role as the Bidwell Church Scoutmaster. “When you’re in this world, you want to make it a better place.” For more information about becoming the new Bidwell Church Scoutmaster, contact the Laurel Highlands Council at 412-471-2927 or Perry himself at 412-322-1835.
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Esplanade project to change the face of Chateau such as a Ferris wheel, a tribute to said Chelsea Peluso, community George Washington Gale Ferris and public relations manager for A laid-back warehouse district Jr., who lived on the Northside,” Millcraft. “It will also include the on the west side of state Route 65, Chateau’s story is one of highs and lows. Once united with neighboring Manchester, Chateau used to be home to thousands of Northsiders. The area changed with the construction of state Route 65 in the early 1960s, which separated the two almost completely. By 1970, the population west of the highway had dropped below a thousand. As of the 2010 Census, just 11 people still call Chateau home. Chateau’s fortune seems to be changing in a hurry, however. Multinational development company Crystal Lagoons recently announced their partnership with local firm Millcraft Investments to create Esplanade, a 15-acre development Photo courtesy of Crystal Lagoons along the Ohio riverfront. A rendering shows the proposed Esplanade, a 15-acre development “The Esplanade project will in- along the Ohio riverfront. Groundbreaking for the project is clude unique entertainment options expected to begin in 2020. By Nick Eustis
Crystal Lagoon, a two-acre crystallized water amenity that will be functional year-round, offering swimming and underwater activities in the warmer months, and ice skating and thermal baths when it is cold.” According to Peluso, the new development will also include 700 new residential units, as well as over 30,000 square feet of office space. It will utilize the Ohio River for a number of purposes, and the riverside trail that currently exists will be extended and improved as part of the development. Groundbreaking for the project is expected to begin in 2020. While sparsely populated, Chateau does have a community of businesses still operating in the area. The RJ Casey Industrial Park is a building that houses three of the neighborhood’s key players. A pair of museums occupy the See Esplanade, Page 18
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Local residents have mixed reactions to development plans and CDs available for sale. Founded nesses, a large-scale development by Gregg Kostelich, Get Hip also program in the Chateau region is not building, the first being Bicycle functions as a record label, signing necessarily a surprise. “I’ve already had a lot of Heaven, the largest bicycle collec- its own artists and producing and developers coming to the museum, asking me questions,” said Craig Morrow, co-founder of Bicycle Heaven. “That’s been in the last four years: a real big increase.” Millcraft and Crystal Lagoons did reach out to the community for input on this project. According to Peluso, Millcraft held two neighborhood-wide meetings during June 2018 in order to open a dialogue with affected business owners. The community response was generally positive. “I’ve sat in on a few meetings with the developers, and they were asking for input from the local community,” said Tony DeCarlo, owner of Chateau Cafe & Cakery. “I think they did a pretty good job of Photo by Clifton Loosier listening.” The reaction to the developRJ Casey Industrial Park, where several key businesses in Chateau are currently housed. Some residents and business owners fear that ment itself, however, has not been uniform. Some see the new future development will crowd them out. investment as a net positive for the tion in the world, with over four selling their records. The store also neighborhood, bringing in more perthousand bikes. The second is John- hosts live performances on its up- manent residents as well as passing ny Angel’s Ginchy Stuff, a collec- per level. Down the street from RJ foot traffic and tourists. “The concept is fantastic, it tion of music-related memorabilia Industrial Park is the Chateau Cafe & Cakery, one of the only food esshows the city is growing,” said from the close to 50-year career of owner and rock musician Jack Hunt, tablishments west of state Route 65. Angel. “Pittsburgh isn’t just an old It provides a peaceful coffeehouse city. Even though we have our culknown as Johnny Angel. Upstairs, above the museums, is environment with light food, coffee ture and history, we also have some new things that make it a destination Get Hip Recordings, a collection of and of course, cakes. For the owners of these busipoint.” thousands of vinyl records, cassettes From Esplanade, Page 13
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Morrow echoed Angel’s optimism about the project, saying he’s already noticed a slight increase in foot traffic, and is hoping the Esplanade development will increase this. He did express concern, however, for increased vehicular traffic in the area, because Beaver Avenue, a main thoroughfare in the neighborhood, is a one-way street. “If they could figure out how to make Beaver Avenue a two-way, it would be so great for Pittsburgh,” Morrow said. “Not only would it be better for Bicycle Heaven, because there’d be more people, but when they have a sports game, people have another way out.” There are concerns, however, about the future of what already exists in Chateau. Kostelich, for example, worries that future development may soon encroach on the RJ Casey Industrial Park, forcing him, Bicycle Heaven and Johnny Angel’s out. On the other side of Route 65, residents of Manchester are also worried about the future ramifications of this development. Amy Welch, president of the Manchester Historic Society, said that while she and others are “cautiously optimistic” that the project will be a positive influence in the area, residents are concerned about the effect it could have on parking. “We’re concerned that if many See Esplanade, Page 23
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Community Corner By Haeshah Davis
November is a time to reminisce on being thankful and the ability to give. It’s a time to think of those people, places and things we are grateful for. Being thankful, it’s been said, is one of the key components of being successful. No matter where you are in life, there is always something to be thankful for. As we move into a season of gratitude, let’s get the scoop on what our neighbors are truly thankful for.
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What are you thankful for? “I’m thankful for my opportunity to finish nursing school this semester after a long journey of not giving up. I am also thankful for loved ones who were there to support me.” - Jordan Woodruff, Central Northside
“I am most thankful for the relationships I have with all the women in my family. My mothers, sisters, aunts, cousins and Omi, my grandmother, are all wise and inspiring people to me, and I know I wouldn’t be the independent, spirited change agent I am today without their guidance, love and encouragement. I am proud to be one of the Roth Girls!”
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Technician and Ride Operator for Birdly Exhibit Wanted at the National Aviary in Pittsburgh
The National Aviary is seeking to fill a part-time technician and ride operator position for our Birdly exhibit. The position, called Virtual Reality Operator, provides our guests with the opportunity to experience what it is like to fly! In this position, you would work among the birds, bats, sloths, and armadillos, and enjoy the ambience of the aviary, while engaging with our guests and providing them with a novel and memorable experience! Your mission is to educate them in the wonders of birds! • Operate and facilitate guest engagement at Birdly, the National Aviary’s bird flight simulation experience, currently flying over NYC! • Provide information for guests regarding the National Aviary’s exhibits and animal collection.
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•Provide high quality visitor engagement and guest hospitality Virtual Reality Operators may work in a slow or fast-paced environment. Due to the nature of the work, applicants must meet the following requirements: • Be at least age 16. • Ability to interact and communicate with a variety of audiences in a professional and helpful manner. • Ability to work weekdays, weekends and holidays as scheduled; some evenings, outdoor work and offsite work is required. Work 8-12 hours per week over 1 to 3 days. • Ability to assist guests in mounting and disembarking from Birdly. • Ability to set up Birdly for the rider’s comfort and maximum experience. Experience with virtual reality software and/or virtual reality mechanics is a plus, but not required, due to training being provided. The above essential job duties and responsibilities are subject to reasonable accommodation.
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We’re helping Northside Kids who help their neighborhoods! Apply now for our annual Scholarship Program
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Applications must be submitted by Friday, March 15, 2019 To: Northside Leadership Conference Scholarship Committee Attn: Kelly MacKay 1319 Allegheny Avenue – 2nd floor Pittsburgh, PA 15233 **PLEASE NOTE! Please submit an electronic version of your essay also. Email to: kelly@pittsburghnorthside.com Questions regarding the scholarship program should be directed to Kelly at the Conference office (412) 231-4714 ext 201
NORTHSIDE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 2019 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Purpose of Scholarship: To recognize and award high school seniors who volunteer their time to improve the Northside community. Eligibility for Scholarship: ANY Northside resident in the 12th grade, who performs volunteer service in their community and who is attending a college or training program after high school. Award: $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Candidates will be recruited through neighborhood groups and high schools, both private and public. The individuals must reside on the Northside, but they need not attend a Northside high school. Awardees: Will be selected by the NSLC Dinner Committee, which is made up of representatives of the neighborhoods and participating sponsors. The number of scholarships will be determined by sponsor commitments. (Generally 9-11 scholarships are awarded.) Criteria for Selection: The student should prepare an essay of 500 words or less, which describe his or her volunteer activities and future educational plans. In reviewing the student essays, the Committee will take into account spelling and grammar and their overall volunteerism. Consequently, students applying for a scholarship should check their spelling and grammar. Students are encouraged to use the spell check on their computer, and/or to have a teacher, parent or friend review their essay. On the application form, the applicant should include their name, address, phone number, school, and neighborhood in which they reside. Your name, gender or reference to race should not appear on your essay. Also, include a copy of your high school academic records. Letters of Reference: Two letters of reference are required. Your school principal, guidance counselor, or teacher should submit one letter. The second should be a letter from someone who is familiar with your volunteer activities (not a family member). Applications: All applications must be submitted by Friday, Additional Requirements: Upon
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people are attracted to that area, they will choose to park for free in the neighborhood, rather than in the parking garages,” Welch said. From a long term perspective, there is also fear that the new developPhoto by Lauren Stauffer ment could lead to an inTyrese Jennings (1), Commodore’s senior wing crease in property values back attempts to block a pass to Westinghouse on for the surrounding area. the 30 yard line during their senior night home “We want to make sure game on Friday, October 12, 2018. any spillover development VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE 2018 SCHEDULE Perry Traditional Academy’s Commodores games are played at George K. Cupples Stadium, still protects the fabric 10 E Carson St. Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Game results updated as of September 26, 2018. and character of the DAY DATE OPPONENT TIME RESULTS SATURDAY 8/25/2018 @ NORTHGATE 2:00 (W) 22-7 neighborhood, and we THURSDAY 8/30/2018 @ BRASHEAR* 7:00 (W) 14-11 SATURDAY 9/8/2018 @ ALLEGHANY, MD 2:00 (L) 43-12 don’t want people who FRIDAY 9/14/2018 UPREP @PERRY 3:30 (L) 34-28 FRIDAY 9/21/2018 @ ALLDERDICE 7:00 (L) 29-6 have lived in the neighTHURSDAY 9/27/2018 @ CARRICK 7:00 (W) Forfeiture FRIDAY 10/5/2018 @ HOWLAND, OHIO 7:00 (L) 24-6 borhood for generations FRIDAY 10/12/2018 WESTINGHOUSE @ PERRY 7:00 (L) 40-0 FRIDAY 10/19/2018 CITY LEAGUE PLAYOFF 7:00 (L) 28-6 to feel like they’re being priced out of their homes,” Welch said. Once it’s complete, there’s no doubt that the Esplanade development will completely change the face of Chateau. The community is optimistic that the new lagoon will be the beginning of ChaPhoto by Lauren Stauffer teau’s next upswing. Commodore’s girls volleyball team wraps up “Everybody wants to a win against Propel Andrew Street after the rent here now. I really beSenior Pep Rally earlier during the school day lieve [Chateau’s] gonna at Perry Traditional Academy Gymnasium on be the next hot spot,” said Thursday, October 11, 2018 Morrow. GIRLS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL 2018 SCHEDULE “Pittsburgh is a desGames are played at the home team’s gymnasium. Perry Traditional Academy’s gymnasium is located at 3875 Perrysville Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15214. Game results updated as of October 26, 2018. tination point. We’ve got DAY DATE OPPONENT TIME RESULTS everything that every THURSDAY 9/13/2018 PROPEL MONTOUR @PERRY 4:00 (L) 2-3 TUESDAY 9/18/2018 @ WESTINGHOUSE 3:15 (L) 2-3 major city does without THURSDAY 9/20/2018 BRASHEAR @ PERRY 3:15 (L) 2-3 MONDAY 9/24/2018 @ PROPEL ANDREW STREET 4:30 (W) 3-2 the headaches of a major TUESDAY 9/25/2018 CARRICK @ PERRY 3:15 (L) 0-3 THURSDAY 9/27/2018 @ ALLDERDICE 3:15 (L) 0-3 city,” Angel said. “So addFRIDAY 9/28/2018 PROPEL BRADDOCK HILLS @ PERRY 4:00 (W) 3-0 TUESDAY 10/2/2018 @ BRASHEAR 3:15 (L) 1-3 ing something like [CrysMONDAY 10/8/2018 @ PROPEL BRADDOCK HILLS 4:30 (W) 3-0 TUESDAY 10/9/2018 WESTINGHOUSE @PERRY 3:15 (W) 3-0 tal Lagoon] is just another THURSDAY 10/11/2018 PROPEL ANDREW STREET @ PERRY 4:00 (W) 3-0 THURSDAY 10/18/2018 ALLDERDICE @PERRY 3:15 (L) 0-3 feather in our cap.” NEW Sports Photo Gallery Online at www.nschronicle.com
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Allegheny City Central Wells Fargo Bank NA trustee to DLK Residential Redevelopers LLC at 1685 Perrysville Ave. for $45,500. Robert Beckham to James Lawrence and Andrea Fridley at 228 Jacksonia St. for $163,500. James Drakes to Joshua Lobelsohn and Julianne Hluska at 1419 Porterfield St. for $220,000. Francis Foley Jr. to Saddle Properties LLC at 1242 Buena Vista St. for $115,000. Ashlea Graziano to Ashlea Graziano and Adin Hamilton at 1325 Arch St. for $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $3,990). Allegheny West Oakglade Realty 2 L.P. to 831 N Lincoln LLC at 841 N. Lincoln Ave. for $840,000 Brighton Heights John Pusateri to East Crew Horizons LLC at 1249 Benton Ave. for $34,428. Homes4Comfort LLC to Elizabeth Hazlett at 115 Harbison Place for $152,000. Jeffrey Lang to Matthew Vensel at 1810 Kleber St. for $164,500. William Porter et al. to Ashley Hadley at 3526 Laird St. for $245,000. AR&R International LLC to Herbert Peterson et al. and Mary Peterson at 3838 Oswego St. for $167,500. Robert Cobb to Alexandra Fetchko at 3404 Brighton Road for $172,000. Hugoanthony Robbibaro to Kevon Copeland at 1711 Morrell St. for $190,000. Barbara Bucek to Brightwood Holdings LLC at 922 Reiss St. for $19,500. Foundry Green Homes LLC to Douglas and Jessica Baker at 1531 Termon Ave. for $54,000. Zachary Zobrist to Timothy Foley and Estefania Sepulveda Martinez at 1531 Pennock Road for $215,000. Wade Timmerson estate et al. to JLA Properties L.P. at 3456 Fleming Ave. for $9,000 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $50,730) by sheriff’s deed. DeShawnna Morris to Marlex Properties LLC at 2025 Termon Ave. for $25,000 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $92,682) by sheriff’s deed. Alfred Lee Taylor III to Keith Kochert and Vidha Chansoria at 1125 Davis Ave. for $205,000. Estate of Rebecca Lynn Trzeciakowski
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to Kenneth Kracht at 317 Squire Circle for $175,000. California-Kirkbride Bank New York Mellon trustee to Taner Nalbant at 1703 Brighton Place for $35,000. Rozina Mathews to Rewind Properties LLC at 1932 Sedgwick St. for $18,000. East Deutschtown Edward Novak et al. to Matthew Kyle Davies and Eleanor Jeanne Brugger at 914 Constance St. for $71,500. Tara Swartfager to Micah Rosa at 938 Vista St. for $5,500. Fineview Thomas Gally to T Lyle and Betty Ferderber at 2030 Mountford Ave. for $10,000. Boris Tafkov to Geoffrey and Jennifer Lyn Sydeski Hurd at 1949 Letsche St. for $115,000. Historic Deutschtown Penelope Komninos to Jeff Bruno at 512 Pressley St. for $60,000. Tripoli Investments Inc. to Sean Troy at 817 Tripoli St. for $334,500. LHFC Properties LLC to Oceanview Property Management & Recovery at 600 Pressley St. for $50,000. Emlin Realty LLC to 1313 Holdings LLC at 625 Foreland St. for $150,000. Manchester Stephen Pilachowski to Leah Hohman and Jason Esser at 1402 Sheffield St. for $135,625. Cecelia Fortson to The Landmarks Development Corp. at 1515 Bidwell St. for $15,000. Pittsburgh Housing Development Corp. to Pittsburgh Urban Redevelopment Authority at 1815 Fulton St. for $2,650,000. Estate of Richard Voelker to Maxwell Bennett Simons and Ashley Rodrigo at 1318 Sheffield St. for $179,000. Joshua Snavely to Ilyasah Nikkai Upshaw Williams at 1106 Sheffield St. for $301,000. Marshall-Shadeland John Pusateri to East Crew Horizons LLC at 3144 Brighton Road for $36,000. Pittsburgh Firefighters Federal Credit U to 120 Lecky LLC at 120 Lecky Ave. for $20,000. Joseph Barnes to James Barnes and Deborah Pekorny at 1217 Woods Run
Ave. for $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $18,069). Nehemiah Homes to Jonathan Codilla at 2409 McCook St. for $15,500. Housing & Urban Development to Abby Cook and Erica Gadelmeyer at 1145 New Hampshire Drive for $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $31,920). Estate of Robert Beckham to Charles and JoEllen Foy at 2816 Shadeland Ave. for $50,000. Robert Moser trustee to Michael and Lateresa Blackwell at 1258 Woodland Ave. for $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $1,026). Observatory Hill Dysan Development LLC to Observatory Hill Development Corp. at 127 Bonvue St. for $60,000. Jill Vitalune to HSBC Bank USA NA trustee at 23 Watson Blvd. for $10,212 by sheriff’s deed. Harry Roscoe to Federal National Mortgage Assn. at 3022 Perrysville Ave. for $3,015 by sheriff’s deed. William Bennett Haberstich to Patrick Noll and Mercy Shitemi at 43 Perryview Ave. for $175,000. Ann Murray to Christopher Fetter at 3700 Ruggles St. for $2,500. Kieren M Duffy Gibson to Stone Financing LLC at 2922 Marshall Road for $130,000. Stone Financing LLC to Dorothea Cole and Addison Elder at 2922 Marshall Road for $130,000. Kristen Bell to Wangyang Zhang and Lu Bai at 228 Bascom Ave. for $80,000. Kristen Edsall Bell to Wangyang Zhang and Lu Bai at 230 Bascom Ave. for $80,000. MoreEquity RE LLC to Casey McDonnell at 4048 Franklin Road for $90,000. Norman Schnurr to Troy Walter Bigham at 3402 Perrysville Ave. for $74,800. Perry Hilltop John Pusateri to East Crew Horizons LLC at 445 Kennedy Ave. for $41,000. Portrait Homes LLC to Rocc Holdings LLC at 2835 Perrysville Ave. for $45,000. Donna Ambrogi to My Pearl Investments Ltd. at 1681 Perrysville Ave. for $65,000. Roy Redman to Joyce Scott and Noemi Patricia Lagos at 2308 Osgood St. for $155,500.
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Michael Masciantonio to Patrick Connors trustee and Michael Masciantonio trustee at 745 Maginn St. for $275,000. Spring Garden Carolyn J Chavis Johnson to Wells Fargo Bank NA at 1273 Voskamp St. for $5,161 by sheriff’s deed. Oded Milstein to K Bennett Enterprises LLC at 1001 High St. for $100,000. Sharon Dennard to Joshua Barker at 614 Chester Ave. for $55,000. Judith Ann Miller to GeraldineMuyango at 2500 Hazelton St. for $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $15,390). Darrell Hutson to Rabia Hassan El Haj Banali at 2345 Osgood St. for $58,000. Lois Peckich et al. to Christina Huerta and Jacob Thomason at 3226 Spring Garden Road for $62,500. Spring Hill Roxiean Tester to Jason Clearfield at 39 Solar St. for $44,200. Jack Weber to Noah and Alec Grossman at 1708 Leister St. for $37,500. Summer Hill Frank Kurtz to Vijeyendra Patel and Ingdao Chokwatthanapornchai at 267 Morrisey St. for $93,000. Michael Dailey to Charles and Kayla Soergel at 4473 Highridge St. for $125,000. Jonathan Clark Goff to Stephen Eldridge and Susan Cope at 159 Ivory Ave. for $100,000. Troy Hill A. Atkins et al. to BM Assets LLC at 1932 Ley St. for $20,000. Carolyn J Chavis Johnson to Wells Fargo Bank NA at 1273 Voskamp St. for $5,161 by sheriff’s deed. Growth Partn. L.P. to KAG Ltd. L.P. at 1630 Lowrie St. for $440,000. Jeffrey Honnold to Christopher William McGuigan and Katherine Elizabeth Anderson at 1301 Lowrie St. for $40,000. Robert Helms III to Melissa Miller at 1952 Lowrie St. for $80,000. Estate of Patricia Lafrenie to Douglas Christopher Thirty Matt at 2023 Veronica St. for $15,000. Estate of Mark Ralph Miller to Troy Hill Ventures LLC at 1408 Lager St. for $14,200.
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Ask An Attorney By Matthew D. Gailey Gailey Law Group Civil cases and lawsuits center around one of two areas of law, namely tort actions or breach of contract actions. This month’s submission will focus on the basics of contract law. Contracts are essentially an agreement between two or more parties, upon lawful consideration, to do or not do a particular thing. This straightforward definition has more legal words to dissect, such as the meaning of “agreement” and “consideration. For an “agreement” to be present, there must be an offer and an acceptance. An example would be an East Ohio Street resident wants to offer their Northside Chronicle Ugly Christmas sweater to a Marshall Avenue resident in exchange for $50.00. In this example, the offer is the sale of the Northside Chronicle Ugly Christmas sweater for $50.00. Acceptance of the offer would be demonstrated by paying the $50.00 to seal the deal.
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Using the same sweater example, we can define consideration as well. Consideration is a benefit which must be bargained for between the parties when entering a contract. In this example, the consideration would consist of the $50.00. Both of these Northside residents would also be legally entitled to enter into this arrangement for it to be enforceable. In this example, there is nothing illegal about selling your Northside Chronicle Ugly Christmas Sweater. Additionally, both parties must have legal capacity to enter into the deal, namely they are not insane or they are not a minor. (As an aside, you’d probably have to be a little nuts to willingly part with the Northside Chronicle Ugly Christmas Sweater.) If the East Ohio Street resident took the money and kept the sweater, then you’d have a breach of contract. A lawsuit could then be filed to recover damages for the breach. If you have any questions about contract law, please feel free to give my office a call.
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Coding class fuels push for more computer science education By Ashlee Green Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek) is a global initiative taking place Dec. 3 to 9, 2018, to promote quality computer science education as a regular part of curriculum in schools worldwide.
Last year, Ankney attended a weeklong professional development intensive with Code.org, a nonprofit organization with the mission to offer more computer science courses, especially to women and students of color. He trained with educators throughout the U.S. to learn how to teach computer
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Students practice their coding skills together in a classroom. Celebrate Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek) from Dec. 3 to 9. “It’s a chance to make community members aware of some of the things that are going on or could be going on in their schools,” said Brad Ankney, Math and Special Education teacher at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit Alternative Education Program.
science concepts. He said it was the best professional development of his career, and reiterated the link between math and computer science that Gov. Tom Wolf made in legislation he signed into law last year. The legislation allowed high
school students in Pennsylvania to use courses in computer science and technology to count for credit toward math or science graduation requirements. “A lot of the more abstract concepts you use in algebra like equations, variables and conditionals are actually applied in computer science in a more concrete fashion,” Ankney said. “You get to see results immediately.” Ankney will host a community “Hour of Code” at CoLab18 in the Northside on Thursday, Dec. 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., as part of CSEdWeek. The event will include activities from Code.org, app building projects from Bitsbox and programmable robots. After the learning activities, participants will have a celebration with pizza and prizes. The event is sponsored by Sto-Rox Coding Club, a club for beginners interested in learning how to code, and Stemcodinglab.org, a Troy Hill-based nonprofit organization that aims to prepare children in underserved communities to thrive in a digital world. According to Code.org, fewer
than half of U.S. schools actually offer computer science courses at all. In 2015, Pennsylvania had only 2,969 computer science graduates, and only 20 percent of them were female-identified. The average salary statewide for an occupation in computer science is $87,822, which is over 50 percent higher than the state’s overall average salary. The website for CSEdWeek is extensive and includes statistics about computing jobs nationwide, how-to guides for teachers who are new to teaching coding and letter templates for teachers, principals and local elected officials to use to help advocate for more computer science in schools. To find out more information or to host an event of your own, visit csedweek.org. Ankney’s community “Hour of Code” is free and for all ages, but limited to the first 30 participants. Register for the event at https://www.eventbrite. com/e/hour-of-code-northside-tickets-51466894868. Email info@stemcodinglab.org for more information.
ONS School Partnerships Committee formed to improve NS schools By Dwayne Barker and Chris Sweeney, Co-Chairs of the One Northside (ONS) School Partnerships Committee A quality education opens the door to career opportunities and economic prosperity. It hasn’t always been available, especially in urban environments, in equitable ways, for all students. So, when the Buhl Foundation launched the One Northside (ONS) initiative in 2014, Northside residents identified Quality of Education as a major focus area for it. Quality of Education includes access to affordable child-
care, school readiness programs, stronger relationships with all of the neighborhood schools and quality afterschool programs that provide more than just a safe haven. The ONS School Partnerships Committee was formed as a branch of the ONS initiative to partner with residents, parents, community leaders, stakeholders and educators who want to provide support and resources to help all Northside schools succeed. The role of the committee is to support and strengthen the partnerships between our schools and these community resources. 2019 Committee Goals Include:
• Outreach and communications highlighting positive activities within Northside schools • Hosting a series of panel discussions about community awareness and engagement • Parent workshops • Supporting the implementation and expansion of community schools and strengthening community partnerships more generally in our schools The committee meets every other month at a different Northside school, so community members have a chance to tour the schools and engage with the principals. The
most recent meeting was held at Propel Northside in their new Community Wellness Center, a feature of their new community school model. The next School Partnerships meeting will be held on Thursday, Nov. 8, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Pittsburgh King PreK-8, located at 50 Montgomery Pl., 15212. The meeting is open to the public: Register for it at https://www.eventbrite. com/e/school-partnerships-committee-meeting-november-8-2018-tickets-51563857887?aff=erelexpmlt. Future meeting dates are scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 8, Tuesday, March 12 and Tuesday, May 14.
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New owner of Arnold’s Tea welcomes NS “communiTEA” By Haeshah Davis Arnold’s Tea on East Ohio Street reopened on Sept. 17, 2018. The cafe, founded by Verna Arnold in 2015, is under the new ownership and management of
from all over the city who appreciated the sincere, genuine service Arnold offered. New owner, Pierre, is the chef and owner of Eminent Hospitality Solutions Co. Chef Pierre combines his
Top photo by Haeshah Davis, Bottom photos courtesy of Claudy Pierre
A peek inside the reopened cafe, complete with teapots and coffee mugs, happy customers and an extensive drink menu. Claudy Pierre. Arnold’s Tea has been a Northside favorite for the past three years. Profiled for Pittsburgh Magazine’s “Women & Business” in 2017, Arnold was an exceptional business owner who made sure her customers were well cared for and treated them like family. The cafe served neighbors
passion for fresh food and tea to offer Northside residents and other Arnold’s Tea visitors with a great mix of the two. Pierre said he will not make any drastic changes that will take away from what Arnold created. The ones he will make are to better serve the “communiTEA,” as he spells it, like new outdoor
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Claudy Pierre, new owner of Arnold’s Tea on East Ohio Street, reopened the space in September. He plans to expand the menu with more variety of soups and vegetarian options. seating, a few new menu items including a variety of soups and more vegetarian options. Pierre will ensure that Arnold’s legacy will live on. He’s grateful for the solid foundation Arnold built for him and the diverse communities his customers come from. “I will continue to keep the doors open and be a space
where the community can come and be welcomed, feel comfortable, whether it’s for a cup of tea, coffee or a bowl of soup,” said Pierre. “Come as you are.” Arnold’s Tea is located at 502 E. Ohio St. in Historic Deutschtown. It’s open for business Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Best of Northside Small Business Annual Readers Choice Awards
Best Coffee Spot • Kaffeehaus • Commonplace Coffee in MWS • Arnold’s Tea • California Coffee Bar • Pear and the Pickle • Chateau Cafe and Cakery
Best Venue for Visual / Performing Arts • Mattress Factory • New Hazlett Theater • The Andy Warhol Museum • City of Asylum • Stage AE • Randyland Best Venue for Live Music • Park House • Rivers Casino • Wigle Whiskey Barrelhouse • Allegheny City Brewing • Elks Lodge #339 • New Hazlett Theater • Stage AE • Federal Galley • Manchester Craftsmans Guild Best Museum • National Aviary • Children’s Musem of Pittsburgh • Mattress Factory • The Andy Warhol Museum • Randyland • Photo Antiquities Museum • Carnegie Science Center Best Weekend Brunch Spot • Don’s Diner • Federal Galley • Kafffeehaus • Brugge on North • Lindos Restaurant • Bier’s Pub • Pear and the Pickle • California Coffe Bar • Allegheny Sandwich Shoppe • Bistro To Go • Max’s Allegheny Tavern Best Specialty Retail Store • Wagsburgh • Annex • Laverty Jewelry and Gifts • Farmer’s Daughter Flowers • Bear Dog Bicycle • Johanna’s Garden • Bicycle Heaven • California Cycle Path • City Books • Mustard & Relics • Tom Friday’s Meat Market • Alphabet City
Best Bar for Good Drinks, Food, & People
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Penn Brewery Modern Cafe Park House Allegheny City Brewing Huszar Monterey Pub Scratch Food & Beverage Federal Galley Max’s Allegheny Tavern Young Brothers Bar Rigg’s Lounge Bier’s Pub Robinson’s Bar & Grill
Best Northside Lunch Spot • Badamo’s Pizza • Modern Cafe • Kaffeehaus • Max’s Allegheny Tavern • China Taste • Slice on Broadway • Cafe on the Corner • Giorgio’s Place • Deli on North • Federal Galley • Monterey Pub • North Shore Deli • Peppi’s • El Burro • Pear & the Pickle • Nicki’s Thai Kitchen • Arnold’s Tea • Chateau Cafe and Cakery • Allegheny Sandwich Shoppe • MF Cafe at the Mattress Factory • Legends Eatery Best Pizza Spot • Badamo’s Pizza • Slice on Broadway • Michigan and Trumbull • Giorgio’s Place • Chubby’s Pizza & Hoagies • Cerasoli Pizzeria • Wiseguys Pizza Best Hair Salon or Barber Shop • Dave’s Barber Shop • Jamie Lynn’s Hair Styling • The Humble Barber Co. • Motive Salon • Jalen’s Barber Shop • Collette’s Styling Salon Best Bakery • Priory Fine Pastries • Schorr Bakery • BreadWorks • Chateau Cafe and Cakery
Best Weekday Breakfast Spot • Don’s Diner • Allegheny Sandwich Shoppe • Tammy’s Place • Bistro To Go • Arnold’s Tea • Pear and the Pickle • California Coffe Bar • Prior Fine Pastries • Chateau Cafe and Cakery • Lindos Restaurant • J.R. Coffee Shop
Best Health or Fitness Business • Allegheny YMCA • Physique Rx’d • California Cycle Path • Union Fitness • Inhale • Daniel J Strinkoski, DDS • Urban Elements • Northside Christian Health Center • Sarah Heinz House Best Gift Shop • Laverty Jewelry and Gifts • Repurposed for Kids • Annex • Wagsburgh • The Warhold Gift Store • Sweet Time General Store • Farmer’s Daughter Flowers • Bear Dog Bicycle • Mustard & Relics • Gift Shop at AGH • Alphabet City • Johanna’s Garden Best Beauty Service/Product Store • Repurposed for Kids • Annex • Wagsburgh • Farmer’s Daughter Flowers • Sweet Time General Store • Happy Nails • Collette’s Styling Salon • Mustard & Relics • The Humber Barber Co. • Motive Salon • Jamie Lynn’s Hair Styling • Makeup By Bo Best Museum • National Aviary • Children’s Musem of Pittsburgh • Mattress Factory • The Andy Warhol Museum • Randyland • Photo Antiquities Museum • Carnegie Science Center
Best Dinner Spot • Legends Eatery • Nicki’s Thai Kitchen • Siempre Algo • Federal Galley • Subba Asian Restaurant • Max’s Allegheny Tavern • Brugge on North • Lola Bistro • Huszar • Bier’s Pub • El Burro • Penn Brewery • Bistro To Go Best Craft Drink Spot • Allegheny City Brewing • Modern Cafe • Wigle Whiskey Barrelhouse • Siempre Algo • Bier’s Pub • Federal Galley • Threadbare Cider House • The Foundry • Penn Brewery
Rules/Disclaimers: Readers have ability to submit unlimited amount of votes for ‘Best of’ Award Contest from November 1 - 26, 2018. Submissions may be submitted online or by post-mail. Use this page to vote by circling one business in each cateogry and post-mail your entry to: The Northside Chronicle, c/o Readers Choice Awards, 922 Middle St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Online voter forms can be obtained by becoming a subscriber to The Northside Chronicle’s free weekly e-newsletter on the website at www.nschronicle.com or by following @nschronicle on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Deadline to vote for the Best Northside Small Business; Annual Readers Choice Awards is Monday, November 26 at 5:00PM. There are no drawings/winnings for voters in this contest. Small businesses entered into Award Contest are organized by category and listed in order of first nomination entry. Nominations of closed, moved, or unidentifiable businesses were excluded, including businesses that were verified to be located outside of area (15212, 15214, 15233), non-fit for category nominated in, or verified to have over 500 employees which defines the business as ‘big’. Small businesses with the most votes in each category will win a “Best of “ certificate and be revealed in the December 2018 issue of The Northside Chronicle. Award winners will be notified by phone.