The Almanac - May 12, 2024 by SWPA Special Publications

Nearly 300 mail-in ballots rejected in Washington Co. due to fatal flaws

Elections officials did not permit ballot curing ahead of April 23 primary

By Mike Jones Staff writer mjones@observer-reporter.com

Nearly 300 mail-in and absentee ballots from last month’s primary were not counted in Washington County due to fatal flaws such as missing signatures or issues with the date.

Out of the 286 ballots that were received by the elections office but not counted, 251 contained errors that could have been “cured” by voters had the county’s elections board permitted that process in the days leading up to the April 23 primary. According to the election office’s figures, 185 of the ballots – the vast majority of the ones with flaws –were signed but either had no date, an incomplete date or an incorrect date, meaning they could not be counted due to state election laws. Another 52 ballots were neither signed nor dated. The county’s elections board voted 2-1 to not allow ballot curing during its April 11 meeting, with Republican Commissioners Nick Sherman and Electra Janis voting against the procedure and Democratic Commissioner Larry Maggi voting in favor of allowing people to fix mistakes. Ballot curing – which was permitted in neighboring Fayette and Greene counties – would have allowed elections workers to notify voters who made mistakes on their ballot envelopes to come to the county offices in person to correct any errors so their vote would be counted.

The elections office received 11,471 total mail-in and absentee

North Strabane approves conditional use for proposed housing plan near Peters Lake

By Karen Mansfield Staff writer kmansfield@observer-reporter.com

North Strabane supervisors April 30 unanimously approved the conditional use application for a 41-home development along Peters Lake in North Strabane Township.

Supervisors attached 11 conditions to the approval that was granted for The Collective at Peters Lake, a development by Laurel Communities LLC.

During the meeting, several people – including several Peters Township residents – spoke about their concerns that the development has the potential to impact wildlife and water quality, and result in increased traffic.

The conditions the developer must meet include completing a traffic impact study, water quality testing, an extension of the public water line the length of North Spring Valley Road, building sidewalks leading to the park, and compliance with the township’s stormwater ordinance.

The development is in the early stages, and township manager Andy Walz said the developer next must apply for state permitting through the Department of Environmental Protection, which could take up to a year.

“It’s not anywhere near the construction phase,” said Walz.

On its website, the Friends of Peters Lakes said they would continue to fight to preserve the lake.

Moving forward Doggie ’dos

for the second time this year at the show. Story and more photos appear on Page B3.

Photos by Katherine Mansfield/Observer-Reporter

Labor & Industry secretary talks with Fort Cherry students

By Brad Hundt Staff writer

bhundt@observer-reporter.com

Nancy Walker is “the entire boss of all jobs in Pennsylvania.”

That’s how Walker, Pennsylvania’s secretary of the Department of Labor and Industry, was introduced to fifth-graders from the Fort Cherry School District May 6 at Junior Achievement’s Biz Town in South Fayette Township. Indeed, Walker oversees a sprawling department that has a $1.5 billion annual budget and oversees

everything from unemployment compensation to elevator inspection within the commonwealth. Walker was at Biz Town for the start of Youth Apprenticeship Week, a nationwide initiative spotlighting the value and benefits registered apprenticeship programs have for young people aged 16 to 24. Walker also met with high school students from the Western Area Career and Technology Center in Chartiers Township about career readiness.

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MIKE JONES/OBSERVER-REPORTER This photo of a mail-in ballot’s envelope and secrecy envelope shows the instructions given to voters to sign and date before returning it to their county’s elections office.

KAREN MANSFIELD/OBSERVER-REPORTER Diane Damon, left, and Linda Lopez walk Lopez’s dog Mocha at Peters Lake last month. AT RIGHT: Mary Yoders, of Mt. Morris, grooms Sergeant Major, one of the top Clumber Spaniels in the country, before showtime. AT FAR RIGHT: Marina Buzhaker grooms Orca, an Old English sheepdog, at the 2024 Black Diamond Cluster Dog Show, held April 26 to 29 in Morgantown, W.Va. Buzhaker is an owner-handler from Rutherforton, N.C., who appeared BRAD HUNDT/OBSERVER-REPORTER Pennsylvania Secretary of Labor and Industry Nancy Walker swears in Sam Holmes, a fifth-grade student in the Fort Cherry School District, as the mayor of Biz Town.

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Man accused of filming sexual abuse of juvenile

A federal grand jury indicted a Bridgeville man May 7 on nearly a dozen charges that allege he produced and distributed material depicting the sexual abuse of a 14-year-old girl. Matthew Trax, 24, is accused of persuading the teenager to engage in sex acts that he filmed or photographed between November

Flag garden set to open

The Honor America Memorial Flag Garden in the Joyce Kilmer Circle on Corrigan Drive in South Park will be on display for four holidays this summer. American flags will be displayed approximately one week before and after the following holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day and Veterans Day.

The garden enables residents to honor family and friends while beautifying South Park and raising money for the Friends Of South Park to maintain and improve the area. A donation of $10 per flag is requested for the year. Visit: www.southparkfriends. com or email zembaas0424@ comcat.net for an order form or further details.

THE GARDEN ENABLES RESIDENTS TO HONOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS WHILE BEAUTIFYING SOUTH PARK AND RAISING MONEY FOR THE FRIENDS OF SOUTH PARK.

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ballots, meaning the 286 that weren’t counted represented a 2.5% rejection rate. An additional 251 ballots did not arrive by the 8 p.m. deadline on primary election day, so they were not processed.

The vote not to allow ballot curing sparked outrage during the county commissioners’ April 18 regular voting meeting with numerous speakers denouncing the decision during public

comment, although several people also applauded the move by Sherman and Janis. The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia-based Public Interest Law Center also sent a letter to the county on April 16 urging officials to reconsider their decision or possibly face litigation.

Washington County’s elections board is scheduled to certify the primary election results at 11 a.m. Monday in the conference room attached to the commissioners’ public meeting room in the Crossroads Center building.

and December 2023. According to the Department of Justice, Trax faces 15 to 30 years in prison if convicted on the federal charges. The investigation was a joint

effort between the Mt. Lebanon Police Department and the FBI.

Online court records indicate that Trax was initially charged by Allegheny County

police in January with several felonies of sexual assault, unlawful contact with a minor, child pornography and corruption of minors. Trax waived his right to a

preliminary hearing in February. A trial on the state charges is scheduled to begin Sept. 10. Trax is currently being held in the Allegheny County jail without bond.

Nancy Walker, Pennsylvania’s

Technology Center May 6.

“We want to encourage young people to dream big dreams and (Gov. Josh Shapiro) is very much a proponent that everybody should have the opportunity to choose their own path,” Walker said.

The secretary pointed out that shortly after taking office in January 2023, Shapiro eliminated the college-degree requirement for most of the commonwealth’s jobs. The governor called it an “arbitrary requirement” and an “arbitrary limitation.” Shapiro’s executive order affected more than 90% of Pennsylvania state jobs and about 65,000 positions.

Walker explained, “One of the things we’re saying is whether it’s a career program or a career apprenticeship program is that we are removing

barriers so people can pursue opportunities, so making sure we have vocational training, so we can make sure that young people have transportation, so young people or not-so-young people can get to opportunities, or there’s affordable child care or broadband access to get remote work.”

Junior Achievement’s Biz Town opened in 2020, and it’s an interactive, hands-on learning lab that showcases the way businesses operate, how the wheels turn in communities and how the “real world” functions. While she was there, Walker swore in Sam Holmes, a fifth-grader from the Fort Cherry School District, as Biz Town’s student mayor.

Electra Janis, a Washington County commissioner, was also at the event, and she said she would like to see additional Washington County school districts participate in Biz Town.

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BRAD Nancy Walker, Pennsylvania’s secretary of labor and industry for Pennsylvania, talks to students May 6 at Junior Achievement’s Biz Town in South Fayette Township.

Max Gresh and Will Whitman; Roshan Mishra and Rohan Mehta as well as Jamie Barret and Hayley Zeringue were among the teams from Upper St. Clair recognized at the Asia Challenge.

USC students shine at Asia Challenge

Three teams of Upper St. Clair High School students earned recognition at the fourth annual Asia Challenge held recently at the University of Pittsburgh.

Roshan Mishra and Rohan Mehta earned Outstanding Position Paper for Republic of Korea, Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Committee, while Jamie Barret and Hayley Zeringue gained the same distinction for Japan, Sustainable Cities and Communities Committee.

Max Gresh and Will Whitman gained honorable mention delegation for Republic

of Korea, Sustainable Cities and Communities Committee

More than 100 local students representing over a dozen schools participated in the event.

The USC students were led by Thomas Yochum, gifted education coordinator.

“The students on our Model United Nations team used their skills and experience with those conferences to emerge as one of the top delegations at the event,” Yochum said. “Our research into the simulation’s topics and additional reading on current cultural issues fac-

ing the Asian continent paid dividends at Pitt.”

Sponsored by Pitt’s Asian Studies Center, the goal of Asia Challenge is to provide high school students the opportunity to learn about the history, politics, economics and cultures of Asia and the surrounding region through a hands-on simulation.

Playing the roles of delegates to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), students engaged in debate and negotiations over pressing issues impacting Asia, the Pacific region, and the world.

South Fayette and USC receive national student council awards

For exemplary record of leadership, service and activities that improve the school and community, South Fayette and Upper St. Clair High School Student Councils were recently recognized as a 2024 National Gold Council of Excellence by the National Association of Student Councils (NASC).

This marks the sixth consecutive year that the South Fayette student government has been recognized while USC has captured the national recognition for the fourth time.

The NASC program is supported by its parent organization, the National Association of Secondary School Princi-

pals (NASSP). South Fayette has earned this award consecutively since 2019. The Student Government at South Fayette is active with numerous activities that encourage student involvement. When applying for the recognition, student leaders were particularly focused on activities that engage participation from all grades across the district and extended into the community, such as the annual Homecoming Carnival and Glow Run. They also cited their outstanding relationships with the regional, state, and national council organizations.

The USC student council is composed of more than

70 students in grades nine through 12, who help to plan countless school and community events and oversee the school’s 100-plus clubs. Major annual events include Homecoming Week, Winter Formal, Prom, Rush (activities fair), Powder Puff football game, Halls of Fame and Upper St. Clair’s Community Day. In addition, Student Council members serve as school ambassadors and tour guides for numerous Open House and other events.

South Fayette and USC were among 11 Pennsylvania high schools recognized. Nationwide, 411 high schools earned this achievement.

South Park and Peterswood Park will be the places to rock and roll all night as the Allegheny County and Peters Township parks and recreation departments offer a series of free concerts this summer.

The 2024 Allegheny County Summer Concert Series will feature 14 performances by national and local award-winning talent at 7:30 p.m. Fridays from late May through August at the South Park Amphitheater, 3700 Farmshow Drive. Local food trucks, Bella Terra Vineyards, and Hop Farm Brewing Co. will be on site starting at 6 p.m. Performances take place rain or shine.

The River City Brass Band kicks off the series on May 31 and closes with a performance by the Tamburitzans on Aug. 30. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will deliver a special performance on Saturday, June 29.

Other featured dates and noteworthy musicians include:

■ June 14 – Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials: Chicago’s premiere blues artist known for his electrifying “bottleneck boogie”

■ July 5 – Summer of Love: a fan-favorite whose performance last year drew one of the all-time largest crowds to South Park Amphitheater

■ July 19 – Brittney Spencer: an emerging country star

■ July 26 – Vertical Horizon, whose No, 1 hit, “Everything You Want,” was the most played single of 2000

■ Aug. 2 – Micky Dolenz: the voice of “I’m a Believer” and “Last Train to Clarksville” celebrates the music and legacy of The Monkees

■ Aug. 9 –The Dip: Seattle-based Rhythm and Blues band known for poignant songwriting, detailed arrangements, and vintage sound

■ Aug. 16 – James McMurtry: “The truest, fiercest songwriter of his generation,” according to novelist and music-lover Stephen King.

The 24th Annual Allegheny County Music Festival will be held Sept. 1 at Hartwood Acres Amphitheater located at 4070 Middle Road in Allison Park. The event will feature two-time Tony Award-winner Michael Cerveris singing the songs of David Bowie backed by a Pittsburgh All-Star band with special guests Scott Blasey and Rob James of The Clarks.

A $20 donation per vehicle is requested. Donation supports requests made through the county Department of Human Services or the Juvenile Section of the Family Division of the Court of Common Pleas. Since 2000, the event has raised nearly $550,000 for the Allegheny County Music Festival Fund.

The complete summer event schedule, including the Summer Concert Series, Acoustic Performances, Movies in the Park, Wine Festival, and “Park in the Park” Car Cruises are available online at alleghenycounty.us/specialevents.

The Peters Township Summer Concerts and Events Series is held Wednesdays beginning at 7 p.m. at the amphitheater in Peterswood Park. Featured dates and musical acts include:

■ June 26 – Bon Journey, a tribute to Bon Jovi and Journey ■ July 3 – The Low Kings, Celtic rock

■ July 10 – Yachtness Monster, Yacht rock ■ July 17 – Walk of Shame, variety/dance ■ July 24 – Aftermath: Experience The Sixties ■ July 31 – Jump: America’s Van Halen Experience ■ Aug. 7 – Old Skool, variety/dance ■ Aug. 14 – Disco Inferno ■ Aug. 21 – Blues Attack (6 p.m.) ■ Aug. 28 – East Coast Turnaround (6 p.m.) There will be three special events with show times at 6:30 p.m. where beer and wine will be prohibited. These include: The Starry Messenger & Cassidy on June 5; Wild World of Animals on June 19, and O’Ryan The O’Mazing on Sept. 15. Visit www.peterstownship. com or call 724-942-5000

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Eyes on the prize

Upper St. Clair looking to etch name on WPIAL lacrosse trophy

By Eleanor Bailey Almanac Sports Editor ebailey@thealmanac.net

Since 2009, the WPIAL has crowned champions in boys lacrosse but none have been from Upper St. Clair. The Panthers hope to etch their name on the 2024 trophy.

“We want to win a WPIAL championship. That is the goal,” said Matt Trella, who shares coaching duties with Ryan Shorts. “We have a team capable of doing that and we have a capable group of players that can make a run in the playoffs.”

The Panthers are considered one of the top four teams in Class 3A. They finished runner-up to Mt. Lebanon in the Section I race with a 6-1 slate. USC’s only other losses were non-section battles against three teams from Philadelphia and Mars, which has won the past seven Class 2A titles.

“Mars is pretty amazing,” Trella said. “We’ve played a tough schedule in Philly. We are battle-tested.”

So are Mt. Lebanon and Shady Side Academy not to mention North Allegheny and Pine-Richland. The Blue Devils are the defending 3A champions. SSA, which took the crown in 2022, claimed this year’s Section II championship with a 7-0 record followed by NA and P-R.

“Lebo is strong and Shady Side is very talented as well,” Trella said. In addition to the Tigers and Rams, Trella added that Peters Township, which placed third in the section and earned a postseason berth, is “solid” as well.

Dalton Yates (11) looks to make his move during non-section action. The senior recently shattered the points-record for Upper St. Clair boys’ lacrosse.

So reaching the WPIAL finals set for May 22-23 at Joe Walton Stadium on the campus of Robert Morris University will be a challenge for all playoff teams

involved. The Panthers received a first-round bye in the tournament and will start their playoff run May 16.

A senior recognition to remember

Sam Levine had a senior recognition to remember. The 18-year-old son of Stephen and Kara Levine received a standing ovation from the overflow crowd assembled May 6 for Upper St. Clair’s lacrosse match against Bethel Park.

A midfielder, who has been accepted at Ohio State University to study business, Levine was diagnosed only four days earlier with a Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) Brain Tumor.

DIPG is an aggressive childhood cancer that forms in the brain stem. It is extremely rare, inoperable, and difficult to treat.

Levine will begin radiation treatment shortly which will be followed by participation in clinical trials.

According to Alissa Mammana, who has started a GoFundMe page to help offset the expenses that will result from his treatment, “Sam’s energy and silliness is infectious. He brings happiness to those around him.”

That was evident as his other senior honorees Connor McQuade, Chamber Mason, Dalton Yates and Luca Grilli, lifted him up and carried him

Lebo lacrosse looking for more meaningful

Eleanor Bailey Almanac Sports Editor ebailey@thealmanac.net

When Mt. Lebanon defeated Upper St. Clair, 14-9, on May 1, Mike Ermer recorded his 200th career victory as Blue Devils head coach. The triumph, however, is not the significant win he’s after.

“Two hundred is cool,” Ermer said. “It’s still nice but it’s really not a big deal. It was like any other game. I am sure there will be time to reflect on the achievement after the season. Right now, another WPIAL (title) is our focus.”

The Blue Devils enter the 2024 WPIAL boys lacrosse playoffs as the defending Class 3A champions. Lebo defeated Shady Side Acade-

my, 10-8, in last year’s championship match. Because they won the Section I title with an undefeated 7-0 slate, the Blue Devils received a first-round bye in the

tournament that commences May 13. The championship games are set for May 22-23 at Joe Walton Stadium on the campus of Robert Morris University.

“I don’t think there is pressure on us because the 2024 team is a totally different beast. It’s a new year and everybody is starting 0-0 in the playoffs,” Ermer said.

David Shields is Mt.

ace heading into the WPIAL playoffs. He is 4-0 overall with a 0.10 ERA. In 21 innings, he has struck out 41 batters, scattered seven hits and walked three.

By Eleanor Bailey Almanac Sports Editor

ebailey@thealmanac.net

The WPIAL baseball playoffs commence May 13 and Mt. Lebanon will be seeking its third Class 6A title in three years.

The task won’t be easy. Winning never is.

“Winning is relentless. It demands everything from you all the time,” said Lebo manager Patt McCloskey. “The minute you are not willing to pay the price every day that winning demands, then winning will go and find some other team that will pay that price.”

This spring, the Blue Devils have footed the bill and as a result they head into the tournament as one of the top-seeded teams with a 16-4 overall record. They have also claimed the Section 2 banner with a 13-2 slate. Their lone defeats have been an exhibition against Shaler, which is the defending WPIAL and PIAA champion in Class 5A, and an extra-inning decision on May 6 against Chartiers Valley as well as section clashes with Canon-McMillan and Central Catholic.

“We had to catch some big breaks to win some really tight games, especially in the Canon-Mac and Central series,” McCloskey said. “We started to do some things better during the second half of the year, but we still need to continue to improve each day in order to win in the playoffs.

“Our goal is to continue to get better each day,” he continued. “The hope is we play our best in the playoffs.”

Having suffered a severe bout of mononucleosis in the early spring, David Shields is still rounding into the shape that has made him a prospective high-round pick in the upcoming MLB amateur draft. He is already committed to the University of Miami.

In the section finale, a 6-0 win against Baldwin on May 2, Shields was in top form. In front of dozens of scouts, the 6-2, 200-pound southpaw struck out 12 batters in five frames of work.

This spring, Shields is 4-0 overall with a 0.10 ERA. In 21 innings, he has struck out 41 batters, scattered seven hits and walked three.

Before Lebo closed out the regular season against Hill Academy on Saturday, May 11, the Blue Devils sported a 13-4 record. One of those losses was a one-goal defeat to Shady Side Academy. The Bulldogs won the Section II title ahead of North Allegheny and Pine-Richland.

“Thirteen is a good amount of wins so far,” Ermer said. “We have had two successful trips to Ohio and the games we’ve scheduled have been good tuneups. The whole season has come along nicely. Hopefully, we are hitting our stride.” Elmer added that while the Bulldogs are the top seed, the WPIAL title is up for grabs and could involve NA or USC as well as the Blue Devils.

“Anyone can beat each other. It’s high school sports and kids.” Since autumn, the Blue Devils have set their sights on advancing further in the PIAA tournament. Last spring, Lebo lost to Springfield, 15-8, in the quarterfinals of the state playoffs.

“As a group, we collectively agreed to do everything in our power to be practicing on June 14,” Ermer said of the day before this year’s PIAA finals set for 4:30 p.m. June 15 at Panzer Stadium on the Penn State University campus. “We have the personnel but it can be challenging coaching a high school sport at this time of year with all the distractions.”

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Charlie Bywalski (3) of Upper St. Clair drives to the net against a defender during a non-section action against Bethel Park. The Panthers scored a 17-7 victory against the Black Hawks in preparation for their playoff run in the WPIAL 3A tournament. PHOTOS: ELEANOR BAILEY/ THE ALMANAC

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Mt. Lebanon lacrosse players donned special t-shirts to celebrate Mike Ermer reaching the 200-win milestone in his coaching career. Ermer became the first skipper in the history of the WPIAL to reach the mark.

“The goal is to get there and win but making it (to the finals) makes you an automatic PIAA qualifier,” Trella said. “So being one of the two top AAA teams is another goal.”

Individually, Dalton Yates and Ryan Buonomo have accumulated their share of goals this season. Yates became the school’s alltime points leader. The University of Indianapolis recruit had 207 going into the team’s final games against Bethel Park and Pine-Richland.

In a 17-7 win against the Black Hawks, Yates led the offensive attack with three goals. He tacked on two assists in a 15-8 win against the Rams.

“Dalton’s is very quick. Skilled,” Trella said. “He has a great lacrosse IQ, possesses great vision and

through the balloon display for the recognition ceremony with their parents. In addition, all of the players affixed a sticker with his initials and number onto their helmets and will continue to wear them through the duration of the playoffs.

In the crowd as well were many of his classmates, which make up the vocal Upper St. Clair student section that provides the enthusiasm and cheers during sporting events, especially football and basketball games. The seating area designated in the stadium for the students was entirely filled with Levine’s fans.

“We were very thankful for the support,” said USC coach Matt Trella. “The outreach and showing is surely a testament to the type of person Sam Levine is.”

As of May 8, $180,612 has been raised for the care Levine will need that is not covered by insurance, including travel to various cities for medical trials and other unanticipated expenses. Visit www.gofundme. com to make a donation.

makes defenders miss because he dodges well.”

Buonomo became the school’s all-time goal getter. The junior had 160 scores after firing in seven tallies in the regular-season finale against the Rams. He chalked up two scores in the win against BP as did Oscar Leimkuehler, Nathan Haberman and Cooper Rackley.

“Ryan also has a great IQ and is a great player,” Trella said. “He has an awesome shot and he’s very good at turning the corner at the net. He has a fast release and a fast shot.”

Yates and Buonomo share duties as team captains with Sam Levine. The senior is a midfielder on the team. He will attend Ohio State in the fall.

“Great leaders,” Trella said of the trio. “A lot of the younger guys look up to them and they have been great resources for us coaches. Very supportive because it hasn’t been easy. They are excellent kids who helped us a lot.”

The Blue Devils have weathered from cold to hot conditions for practices and contests, spring vacations and Easter break. Senior week activities that include proms, graduation and parties, loom on the horizon during the playoff run.

“One of our team’s strengths has been its ability to focus,” Ermer said.

Other assets are experience and depth. The Blue Devils returned a core of veterans from last year’s 19-4 squad, including eight starters. Additionally, the team has received contributions from 22 to 25 players every game. “We have a lot of guys playing,” Ermer said.

“We have players who have been through the grind and that has allowed us to coach differently. Not drill down on the basics but rather to make tweaks here and there. Like all coaches will say though, we are still waiting to put a full game together. We have shown spurts but we need to do it for 48 minutes.”

While Miles Halter has been working his way through

USC’s season started in upheaval as the head coach resigned abruptly. Former teammates at Westminster College, Trella and Shorts took over the reins. A Moon graduate, Trella served as the head coach at Greensburg last year. Shorts, who was born in Upper St. Clair but spent his youth living in California, served as an assistant coach for the Panthers in 2023. “We’ve overcome some adversity this season,” Trella said. “All-around we’ve managed to have a good year because we have a good core of players.”

In addition to the captains, Holden Rickel anchors the midfield with a host of junior players, including Evan Proud, Charlie Bywalski, Leimkuehler and Haberman. Rickel is a St. Joe’s commit.

Luca Grilli, who is bound for Walsh University upon graduation, anchors the USC defense along with Beck Shields, Bobby Fleckenstein,

injuries, Luke Prezioso and Fred Lasota have picked up the slack offensively.

“Miles is a special kid and player,” Ermer said. “Luke and Fred have shouldered the responsibility on the offense end. They have been doing a great job of scoring.”

While Halter will play lacrosse at Loyola University in Maryland, Prezioso will take his game to Robert Morris. Lasota is attending Ohio State in the fall.

Lebo’s midfield is dominated by the play of Joey Hetz, Jack Estabrook, Sully Kish and Keegan Green.

Ben McAuley has been the “workhorse” on faceoffs while Brady Lockwich has filled the void caused by graduation in the nets. A junior, Lockwich was particularly impressive, says Ermer, in a game against Mars. “They are the class of 2A in Western Pennsylvania and Brady did a good job. He’s really hanging in there.”

Lockwich has benefited from the defense in front of him. While the Blue Devils “throw a lot of bodies in there” on defense, the anchors have been Navy football recruit Connor Young, Jake Schraven, AJ Hyland, Aden Riitchey and Aidan Carlstrom.

Gianna Disora, Logan Lapinski and Rackley.

Tyler Newton and Ashton Kearns have shared the duties in goal while Sullivan Mayfield has handled the faceoff duties for the Panthers.

Seniors Mason Chambers, who will play football at John Carroll University, and Connor McQuade, who study political science at Miami (Ohio) University, along with Ryan Popp, Robert Elliot, Seth Williams, Jake Stalder, Chase Dusi and Tyler Holt have also contributed to the team’s success.

“We are a physical team that can move the ball fast and pass well,” Trella said. “Staying healthy in the playoffs is the goal.

“A big thing also will be consistency,” he added. “We have to limit mistakes and mental errors. Down the stretch that is what we have been doing and gaining momentum at the right time.”

As the Blue Devils continue to improve and polish their skills, Ermer is optimistic over their playoff prospects.

“I hope we play well,” he said. “It’s really all about playing well. Winning is a result of playing the game correctly. If we play well ,the scoreboard will take care of itself.

Other seniors on the club include: Jonas Wells, Brandon Green, Quinn Lynam and Zane Zeidler while the remaining juniors are: Ty Pirain, Mason Prettyman, Nicholas Zundel and Parker Westbrook.

The roster includes a 13 sophomores: Among them are: Cole Gibbons, Michael Skocik, Benton Thompson, Sam McAuley, Andrew Pinilla, Pierce Conrardy, Max Prezioso, Kyle Quigley, Grayson Beck, Zach Lynam, Riley Wagner, Coltyn Whalen and Kris Kambitsis.

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Some 17 freshmen fill out the roster. They are: Garrett Cramer, Max Pirain, Griffin Krupp, Adrian Bucek, Adam Hetz, Lukas Bilec, Spencer Paul, Aiden Halter, Gabriel Provins, Liam DeLuca, James Halter, Marko Janjic, Aiden Reynolds, Rocco Neidinger, Nolan Reddy, Xavier Bias and Parker Boyd.

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Matt Trella (forefront) shares head coaching duties of the Upper St. Clair boys lacrosse team this spring with Ryan Shorts (background). The two were former teammates at Westminster College before taking over the reins at USC because the former coach resigned suddenly at the start of the season.

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“David continues to build himself up from what he lost when he had mono. His endurance and strength have been getting better with each start,” McCloskey noted.

Regarding the influence of the scouts, McCloskey added, “David is absolutely unfazed by all of the pressure. I can’t imagine being 17 years old, and there’s 50 scouts crammed behind our backstop at Seymour Field. He is the most emotionally mature player I have had the pleasure to coach.”

As a freshman, Graham Keen has exhibited a maturity beyond his years, too. He is 5-0 on the mound with 38 strikeouts and a 1.86 ERA. As the team’s clean-up hitter, Keen is batting .455 with six home runs and four doubles. He’s walked 10 times. Keen leads Lebo with 23 RBI and 14 runs scored.

Additionally, the Blue Devils have a strong arm in Nolan Smith. He is 4-1 with two saves. He has 27 strikeouts and a 2.16 ERA. A catcher when not on the mound, Smith is one of

several veterans from last year’s squad that not only won the district title but finished runner-up in the state. Among the others are Jake Tinnemeyer, Nate Girod and Brett Hamel, which gives the Blue Devils a solid infielder to complement an outfield that includes Sawyer Klasnick, Weston Airey and Luca Borris. The latter trio also add depth to the pitching staff Additionally, the Blue Devils rely upon Frank Taucher, Danny Clevenger, Caleb Weidman, Chase Smith, Joe Wowczuk, Colin McBane, Dane Barber, Ben Kraemer, Matt Manning, Maddox Yost and Sam Bochkoris.

“We have some depth on the mound, and we have a lot of older players who have been in this environment before,” McCloskey said. “Those should be our strengths heading into the playoffs.”

With eight teams qualifying for the Class 6A playoffs, Mt. Lebanon has already advanced to the quarterfinals. The Blue Devils will likely face Butler, which finished fourth in Section 1 behind Pine-Richland, North Allegheny and Seneca Valley, when the postseason commences.

“Everyone from the north is really good, and all of the other teams that qualified in our section are very good,” explained McCloskey. “Each presents a really challenging matchup for us if we were to meet up in the playoffs.”

That fact makes a one-anddone tournament the biggest concern for coaches. McCloskey is reminding his players of the 2021 postseason rather than the previous two that produced championships after rough starts of 0-8. The Blue Devils lost that year to Butler.

“They have two dominant pitchers and a couple of really good hitters,” McCloskey said. “They are exceptionally well coached as they blew us out of the water when we played them in the first round of the 2021 playoffs.”

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TOP DOGS

Locals compete in W.Va.’s biggest dog show

By Katherine Mansfield Staff writer mansfield@observer-reporter.com

The sound of scissors snip-snipping, blow dryers softly rumbling, human voices swirling about and the occasional dog bark filled the Hazel and JW Ruby Community Center in Morgantown, W.Va., April 26, as day two of the 2024 Black Diamond Cluster Dog Show got underway.

“This is where the nerves and adrenaline kick in,” said Howard West, an amateur owner-handler from Amity, as he and his Alaskan Eskimo, Jake, prepared to enter the ring for the best in show contest. “We learned a long time ago: one, how to lose, and how not to be embarrassed. Once you get those two things, it’s fun.”

More than 700 people of varying skill levels, from amateur owner-handlers like West to professionals and national champions, traveled with their four-legged athletes and models from Southwestern Pennsylvania, across the U.S. and beyond to compete in West Virginia’s largest dog show, which ran April 26 through 29.

“You’ll see some of the best dogs in the country and some of the best dogs in the world at every dog show. I pay money to lose to some of the best people in the sport,” laughed West, who started showing dogs about 25 years ago. “But occasionally, I win, and that’s what’s fun about it.”

There’s a lot that goes into dog shows; West and his wife, Lynda, take their dogs to practice twice weekly. There’s training, there’s traveling and there’s bathing and grooming, which can take hours before showtime. It can be stressful –all that just for a ribbon, joked Laura Wright, a breeder from Morgantown – but rewarding.

On any given weekend, dogs compete across the country and the world, so opportunity abounds within the dog show world. The Black Diamond Cluster show started at the Greene County Fairgrounds before moving to Morgantown about 10 years ago, said Dave Yoders, president of the

This year’s show not only offered the chance to compete in all-breed conformation (the runway of dog shows), the National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) and obedience and rally (the athletics of dog shows) events, but was the setting of the Nederlandse Kooikerhondjes breed national dog show (the breed is centuries old but only recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018).

Patricia Ross, a member of the South Hills Kennel Club and owner of Fox Chapel Bulldogs in Pittsburgh, attended the show in Morgantown with Brie, who won best of breed on April 26. Ross is one of those people who lives and breathes her dogs: she breeds, owns and handles, or shows.

That attention pays off; Ross’ bulldogs have a history of success: Julian, now retired, was No. 8 in the country in 2022, No. 2 for owner-handler, and is an ambassador for health for the Bulldog Club of America.

“Especially as a breeder-owner-handler, you’ve produced

what’s happening

DRINK DEMO

Learn how to make Cherry Bounce, a fruity, spiced cordial preferred by George Washington, at 1 p.m. May 19 at Woodville located at 1375 Washington Pike. Fee for this on-site demonstration is $7 adults and $5 for children and senior citizens. Space is limited; RSVP to WoodvilleSiteDirector@ gmail.com or call 412-2210348.

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what you are showing, so it’s really, really rewarding when you win. For me, I’ve had my dogs out with professional handlers before, and that’s an incredible thing, too, because you get to see your dog in a different light. But when you do it and you win and you accomplish it, you get group placements or you get a best in show or best in specialty show, the reward is so tremendous because that’s your animal and you’ve got such a great connection with them,” Ross said.

Yoders said this year’s show was smaller than past years, in no small part thanks to COVID-19 and West Virginia University’s spring baseball game, which fell on the same weekend.

He said numbers are rebounding post-pandemic, but noted the sport is aging: the average age of a handler, he said, is about 50 years old. Mountaineer Kennel Club and other clubs work hard not only to host exceptional events, but to also involve the community and draw attention to the sport.

“We try, like I said, to gain membership,” said Yoders. “We

try to reach out and we’re trying to do more of that, to get into the schools and 4-H clubs, see if kids are interested. We always look at trying to be an integral part of the community. Last year, year before last, we did presentations to the Girl Scouts. And just went over, how do you approach a dog … kind of safety procedures and caring for them and feeding them.”

During the four-day show in Morgantown, young people under the age of 18 – the future of the sport – glammed up and showed dogs in the ring. Millennials and Gen Z were also represented.

Alyssa Kimmeth, 22, an owner-handler from Lexington, Ky., showed 18-monthold Landon – who was named best male – at the Nederlandse Kooikerhondjes national show in Morgantown.

“He earned his championship today,” she said with a smile.

Kimmeth’s family breeds Nederlandse Kooikerhondjes at Amber Moon Kennels in Lexington, and the young owner-handler started in the dog show world at age 5.

“It’s all about learning. I’m watching a lot of older people. It’s constantly just consuming information, and also just kind of guiding the other younger people, too. I feel like as somebody closer to the really young kids’ ages, it’s part of my responsibility to guide them and teach them. And then it’s a lot of looking up to people.”

Zoe Dall’olio, 31, of Fairmont, W.Va., also looks up to the sports veterans. She started showing Australian cattle dogs just two years ago, but dove in head first: she’s part of the Mountaineer Kennel Club, where she learns from her cohorts, and served as show chair Friday.

“I didn’t even know anything about showing,” said Dall’olio, whose dog breeder sold her her first show dog on the grounds that Dall’olio would give showing a try.

“Here I am today, having a great time. I’m really having a lot of fun. It’s a fun hobby to get into.”

Showing is social, but does require investments of time and money.

“The camaraderie, just outstanding. I’ve met a lot of friends here, from different states, just people that love dogs. It’s just a relaxed atmosphere,” said Shelly Hepler, of Smithton, who handled South Hills Kennel Club President Rene Dunfee’s

French bulldog, Vivi, during the April 26 contests. “Though we’re competitive as heck. We all want to win.”

Competitors win points, which go toward the earning of different titles, including champion, and unlock the potential for invites to bigger dog shows, including Westminster (Yoders’ wife, Mary Yoders, and their dog Sergeant Major, one of the top Clumber Spaniels in the nation, are headed there in a few weeks).

No matter how big or small the stage, though, athletes and their breeders, owners and handlers celebrate those glittering moments when they are top dog, and spend the intervening shows chasing that high. Howard West and Jake captured the euphoria of winning in West Virginia last weekend, where the duo took home two owner-handler Best in Show ribbons. Julie Iverson, of McMurray, won the owner-handler group April 26 with her Shetland sheepdog, Grand Champion Homespun Kymric Accolade.

“When I taught school, my kids would ask me, ‘What are you winning?’” Yoders said. “I said, well, it was a ribbon. That day, the judge feels as though you’re the chosen one. The next day can be a totally different story.”

FARM MARKETS

The Rise for Israel challah bake ladies spring event will be held at 7 p.m. May 23 at the Chabad of the South Hills, 1700 Bower Hill Road, Scott Township. There will be gourmet refreshments, prizes and raffles. Tickets are $25 ($36 after May 20). Proceeds benefit victims of terror. RSVP to: ChabadSH.com/Spring/. PIT PAWS

The Bethel Park Lions Club in conjunction with the Bethel Park Community Foundation will hold a fish fry May 17 at Lions Park, located at 5757 Irishtown Rd. Lunch is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dinner is from 4 to 7 p.m. Lunch is $12 per person and includes a sandwich and drink or fried shrimp and beverage. Dinners are $15 with choice of fish or shrimp; French fries or mac ‘n cheese; cole slaw and drink.

The Pittsburgh International Airport is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join its PIT PAWS program. This volunteer program aids, assists and supports passengers during their airport experience. Certified therapy dogs can also join the program. To learn more about an upcoming orientation program email info@flypittsburgh.com

The Upper St. Clair farm market is open from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays in the Westminster Presbyterian Church parking lot. The event is sponsored by the USC-Bethel Park Rotary Breakfast Club and features a variety of vendors.

The Bethel Park farm market is open from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays at 30 Corrigan Drive in South Park. A variety of vendors and food trucks are available. Visit bethelparkfarmersmarket. com for details.

SENIOR LUNCH

The Chabad of the South Hills in Mt. Lebanon will host a senior lunch at 1 p.m. May 15. The program will include a Q&A session, “Ask the Expert,” by Attorney Ashley Sharek of Entrusted Legacy Law. The event is wheel-

chair accessible. Suggested donation is $5. To register, call 412-278-2658.

FLEA MARKET

The Church of the Atonement in Carnegie will hold a flea market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 17 and 18 at 618 Washington Ave. The market will close between noon and 1 on Saturday to prepare for the bag sale that follows. Bags will be provided. Call 412-276-0366 to donate items or for more details.

AUP EVENTS

The Association of University People (AUP) invites singles 50 and over who are four-year college graduates to join them for activities and to meet new people. Activities include monthly dinners, social gatherings, concerts and day trips. Those interested can attend

three activities as guests before joining. For more information or to become a member, call 412-353-9088 or email Aupsingles@gmail. com

COIN CLUB

The South Hills Coin Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. May 14, at the Bethel Park Municipal Building located at 5100 West Library Ave. All members and the general public can attend the program, which will discuss early American half dollars, quarters and dimes. A 50/50 will be held and children’s prizes awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership. Call 724-9846611 for more details.

SHWC

The South Hills Women’s Club will celebrate its 80th birthday on May 15 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 164

Fort Couch Road, Pittsburgh South. Social time begins at 6 p.m. and dinner follows at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $45. Make checks payable to the South Hills Women’s Club. Deadline is May 8. To RSVP or more details, call 412-221-2713.

ROAD TRIP

The Baldwin Community United Methodist Church is offering a trip to the Smoky Mountains from Aug. 5 to 8. Cost per person ranges from $1,133 for single to $859 for quad lodging occupancy. Highlights include Pigeon Forge, moonshine tasting, the Incredible Christmas Place, Dollywood, Sevierville and the Titanic Museum attraction. Reservations require a $100 per person deposit. Final payment must be made by June 1. Call 412-885-4560 for details.

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Mountaineer Kennel Club. PHOTOS: KATHERINE MANSFIELD/OBSERVER-REPORTER Howard West, of Amity, and Jake compete April 26. The pair took home best in show. Kim Saylor, of Lemont Furnace, leads Annie around the ring during the winners pitch in Morgantown on April 26. “She’s just got it today,” Saylor said of the champion dog.

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ELECTRICWHEELCHAIR -Jazzy, includescharger.Needsnew batteries. Originally$3,200.Used. Sellfor$700.412-310-0210

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community news B4 n MAY 12, 2024 classified MAY 12, 2024 B4 CALL 724.222.2200 TO PLACE AN AD IN THE CLASSIFIEDS OR EMAIL ORCLASS@OBSERVER-REPORTER.COM Estate Notices BANKS, Thomas W. ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF Thomas W. Banks deceased, late of Pittsburgh, Pa. Letters of Administration upon the above estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons having claims against the estate are requested to make known the same to the undersigned or his/her attorney and all persons indebted to the decedent are requested to make payment to the undersigned without delay. Kellie Banks 236 Greenlee Road Pittsburgh, PA 15227 Administrator Joan Shinavski, Esq. 4 West Manilla Avenue Suite 10 Pittsburgh, PA 15220 ATTORNEY 5-12,19,26 DeMONICA, Anita L. ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF Anita L. DeMonica deceased, late of Mt. Lebanon. Letters Testamentary upon the above estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons having claims against the estate are requested to make known the same to the undersigned or his/her attorney and all persons indebted to the decedent are requested to make payment to the undersigned without delay. Michael DeMonica 152 Lancaster Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15228 Executor Joan Shinavaski, Esq. 4 West Manilla Avenue Suite 10 Pittsburgh, PA 15220 ATTORNEY 5-5-12-19 Notices Health & Fitness Corner of Rt. 19 and Cameron Road, Washington, PA 724-28-4568 www.progressivemobility.com Fast, Friendly Service Competitive Pricing Free Delivery 724-222-0900 400 Jefferson Avenue Washington, PA 15301 *WorkInjuries *ShoulderPain *SportsMedicine *BalanceandDizziness 480JohnsonRoad Washington,PA 724-223-2061 *WorkInjuries *ShoulderPain *SportsMedicine *BalanceandDizziness 480JohnsonRoad Washington,PA 724-223-2061 Miscellaneous Countryside Frame Shop 40 E. Wheeling St. Wash. 724-222-7550 www.CountrysideFrame.com Drover’s Inn 1001 Wash. Pike Wellsburg 304-737-0188 droversinn1848.com GLORIA HORN SEWING STUDIOS Machines on sale! Free classes with purchase. Service & Repair 300 Castle Shannon Blvd., Mt. Lebanon. 412-344-2330. PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never Known to fail). Oh most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and show me where you are my Mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and earth, I humbly beseech You from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand Your power. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to Thee. Say this prayer 3 times a day for 3 consecutive days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. Grateful Thanks. T.H. Vocelli Pizza Canonsburg, McMurray, Mt. Lebanon, Finleyville Online Ordering www.vocellipizza.com Investment Opportunities Edward Jones Investments Wash. 724-250-2990 www.edwardjones.com Insurance Bob Hollick State Farm - Providing Insurance & Financial Services. 724-222-5600 www.bobhollick.com Britney Hollick State Farm - Providing Insurance & Financial Services. 412-833-4109 britney@hollickinsurance.com Day Insurance Great Rates on CDs Insurance Life, Home & Auto 329 E. Maiden St.Wash. 724-228-3448 dayinsurance.com Megan Chicone State Farm Agent 807 E. McMurray Road 724-731-0700 www.meganchicone.com Tom Yakopin, Agent/Owner 1100 Washington Road, Washington 724-228-7187 westpennhealth.com Apartments for Rent CECIL Millers Run Rd 2 Bedroom Apt., 1 car garage, storage, All utilities, laundry included, No pets $1150 mo. John 724-448-5923 Cemetery Plots CEMETERY LOTS (4) - Forest Lawn Gardens,

the theatre storage areas. Find a memento to take home. SPECIAL TREAT: Coolie Skootie Ice Cream Truck will be on site. PRICED TO SELL. ALL SALES ARE FINAL - NO DELIVERY. WE ACCEPT CASH & CREDIT CARDS. Dogs PARTI YORKIES Puppys 1 Female $1,500, 1 Male $1,000 724-852-3135 Other Animals LOOKING FOR GOOD HOME for miniature horse mare. 32”, 25 years old. Will pay for hay and blacksmith. Serious inquiry. 412-518-0117 Miscellaneous Aroma 18 qt roaster, server, etc. like new $50 724-350-9148 Baby / Child RH gray bassinet, great condition $275 724-350-9148 Bed frame $20 724-513-9390 Bicycle, Diamond black “Topanga” 26” mountain bike good condition $45 724-945-5282 BIKE RACK - Swagman 3-bike rack, 1-1/4” tow hitch. Like new. $70. 412-582-2544 BUSINESS 13 PHONE SYSTEM Includes greeting module, all office

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treasure from our barn and theatre. We are including costumes, clothing, kitchenware, glasses, dishes, furniture (metal desks, cabinets, filing cabinets, kids chairs, dining room tables, end tables, coffee tables, hutches). We are also including some strange and cool items gathered from the depths of

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LAWN UMBRELLA Almet Lawnlite. 6 rib, vinyl, w/tilt, never used, Cabana Mint $25 724-222-5098 Little Tykes 4 sided picnic table, brown $10 412-997-3910 Masterbuilt electric fryer, bolier, steamer New $125 724-350-9148 MILK CAN - Vintage, 13” diameter. Decorative. $100. 724-942-4527 Plant stands, 3 tier (2) black wrought iron $8 412-997-3910 PLAYBOY MAGAZINE COLLECTION 38 magazines. Three for $12 or $125 takes all. 724-513-9390 Plumbing tools - Apollo 5 valve backflow test gauge or Hot Shot 320 thaw machine with extra cables $500 each 412-951-5734 PUNCHING BAG - 75 lb. Nice one. $55. 412-513-0991 RADIO - Vintage Airline, 8 transistor. Works. $30. 724-942-4527 RECORD COLLECTION - 200 vinyl LPs, 60s-70s rock/pop, jazz, comedy. Call for list. $300. 724-809-5746 REMOTE CONTROL TRUCKS (2) 1 Duratrax Warhead EVO Nitro and 1 Traxxas Revo Nitro, plus lots of parts. $600 for both. 412-849-6903. RUN TILL SOLD! Sell Your Merchandise $301 & up for just $19.99* (*for 3 lines) It’s easy to place your ad. Call: 724-222-2200 Fax: 724-222-3982 Email: orclass@observer-reporter. com Mail: Observer Publishing Co. 122 South Main St. Washington, PA 15301 Attn: Classified Dept. DEADLINE: THURS. 10 A.M. SAFE Sentry 1250, 14”x18”x17”. $125. 724-942-4527 SCOOTER - Mongoose #CR-MO 4130. Non-powered, classic scooter. $25. 724-222-0176 SHOWBOOTH10x20foot,or 10x10 , in-cludes rolling carrying cases,lighting,bridge,frontpillar, sidedisplaytableswithlockable doors, $15,000new.Mustsell. $3,500412-310-0210 SINK BOWL (Bathroom) Newport, 17”x19”, white. New in box. $30. 412-535-3744 SOFA and LOVESEAT - Excellent condition. $225. 412-335-6075 STEELERS JERSEY - Terry Bradshaw throwback jersey. New. Nice. $95. 412-513-0991 Swivalcounterchairs(4) $360.00orbestoffer 412-835-6194notextplease TELEPHONE - AT&T Trimline 210, corded, white. 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Town in Cambridgeshire Answers for 5-5 Puzzle MASSSEY FERGUSON 2015 1736 Diesel, 4 WD, with DL 125, Loader and Skid Loader attachment, 475 hours excellant condition. $28,500. 724-899-3515 Miscellaneous All Around Fence Co. Pressure Treated Yellow Pine Posts 7896 National Pike Uniontown 724-439-0331 allaround@allaroundfence.com Autos Buick Century Limited 2002 like NEW, 60,000 miles, $10,000 724-929-5439 CHEVROLET 2010 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT - 36,000 miles, 2nd owner, always garaged, never snow driven. Adult owned, never abused or tracked. Four (4) new run flat tires and alignment. Fresh oil change, fuel system and coolant flush, interior and exterior detailed. $35,000. 412-728-7661 FORD 2013 EDGE LIMITED AWD, remote start, 133,000 miles, loaded. Clean, excellent mechanical condition. $8,200. 878-218-5934 (Washington) MAZDA 2011 MX-5 MIATA Grand Touring Convertible - 2-door, automatic, silver, 14,300 miles, new tires. 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WASHINGTON CHEVROLET

Intersection of Rt. 19, I-79 & I-70, Exit 19A Washington, PA 724-222-2800 www.washingtonchevy.com

CHRYSLER

SOLOMON CHRYSLER Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA 724-785-8000 www.solomonauto.com

SOLOMON CHRYSLER Routes 21 7 88 Carmichaels, PA 724-966-2600 www.solomonauto.com

SOUTH HILLS CHRYSLER Washington Road, McMurray, PA 724-941-4300 www.southhillsauto.com

DODGE ROTOLO’S DODGE 58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022 888-269-6183

www.rotolomotors.com

SOLOMON DODGE Routes 21 & 88 Carmichaels, PA 724-966-2600 www.solomonauto.com

SOLOMON DODGE Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA 724-785-8000 www.solomonauto.com

SOUTH HILLS DODGE Washington Road, McMurray, PA 724-941-4300

www.southhillsauto.com

FIAT

SOUTH HILLS FIAT Washington Road, McMurray, PA 724-941-4300 www.southhillsauto.com

FORD

FOX FORD

743 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA 724-627-3151 www.foxfordwaynesburg.com

SOLOMON FORD Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA 724-785-5500 www.solomonauto.com

STAR LAKE FORD Main St., Burgettstown, PA 724-947-3381 www.starlakeford.com

WASHINGTON FORD 507 Washington Road, Rt. 19, Washington, PA 888-706-6128 www.washingtonford.com

GMC

BUDD BAER GMC 83 Murtland Ave. Washington Pa 724-249-6047 www.buddbaergm.com

SOLOMON GMC 1777 McClellandtown Rd, McClellandtown, PA 724-602-4678 solomonautogroup.com

HARLEY DAVIDSON

STEEL CITY HARLEY DAVIDSON 1375 Washington Road, Washington, PA 724-225-7020 www.steelcitymotorcycles.com

HONDA C. HARPER HONDA 106 Harper Drive Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-929-8000 Ext. 227 Chuck Calcek www.charperhonda.com

WASHINGTON HONDA Rt. 19, Strabane Square Washington, PA 15301 724-222-2213 www.washhonda.com

HYUNDAI

WASHINGTON HYUNDAI 305 WashingtonRd. Rt. 19 at Strabane Square Washington, PA 724-222-2216 www.washhyundai.com

JEEP

ROTOLO’S JEEP 58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022 888-269-6183 www.rotolomotors.com

SOLOMON JEEP Routes 21 & 88, Carmichaels, PA 724-966-2600 www.solomonauto.com

SOLOMON JEEP

Routes 40 & 43, Brownsville, PA 724-785-8000 www.solomonauto.com

SOUTH HILLS JEEP Washington Road, McMurray, PA 724-941-4300 www.southhillsauto.com

KIA

SOUTH HILLS KIA Washington Road, McMurray, PA 724-942-3000 www.southhillsauto.com

LINCOLN

SOUTH HILLS LINCOLN Route 19, McMurray, PA 724-941-1600 www.southhillslincoln.net

MAZDA

BUDD BAER MAZDA 83 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA 724-993-4430 www.buddbaermazda.com

MERCEDES-BENZ

JOHN SISSON MERCEDES-BENZ

470 Washington Road Adjacent to Gabriel’s, 724-206-6000 www.johnsissonmercedes.com

NISSAN

JOHN SISSON NISSAN

470 Washington Road Adjacent to Gabriel’s, Washington, PA 724-223-8600 www.johnssissonnissan.com

RAM

ROTOLO’S RAM 58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022 888-269-6183 www.rotolomotors.com

SOLOMON RAM Routes 21 & 88 Carmichaels, PA 724-966-2600 www.solomonauto.com

SOLOMON RAM Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA 724-785-8000 www.solomonauto.com

SOUTH HILLS RAM Washington Road, McMurray, PA 724-941-4300 www.southhillsauto.com

SUBARU

BUDD BAER SUBARU 71 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA 724-222-0700 www.buddbaersubaru.com

TOYOTA

SOUTH HILLS TOYOTA 2403 Washington Road Canonsburg, PA 15317 724-743-1144 www.southhillstoyota.com VOLKSWAGEN

THREE RIVERS VOLKSWAGEN 3694 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 724-941-6100 www.3riversvw.com

Pre-owned dealers

#1 COCHRAN PREOWNED MARKETPLACE 150 Racetrack Road Washington, PA 412-349-1794 www.cochran.com

PREMIERE AUTO SALES 667 E. Maiden St., Washington, PA 724-223-0600 www.premiereautosales.com

RT. 18 HOMES AUTO SALES 940 Henderson Ave., Washington, PA 724-225-5308 www.18autosales.com

THREE RIVERS AUTO SALES 30 South Central Avenue Canonsburg, PA 15317 724-338-2923 www.3riversvw.com

TREGEMBO MOTORS I-70 Exit 32B, Bentleyville, PA 724-239-2200 www.tregembomotors.com

WARNE MOTORS INC. 107 East Pike Street Canonsburg, PA 724-746-5956 www.johnwarnemotors.com

B6 n MAY 12, 2024 the almanac

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