A ‘STAR’ IS REBORN
By Brad Hundt Staff writer bhundt@observer-reporter.com
DORMONT – When you think of the Hollywood Theater in Dormont, movie analogies naturally come to mind.
There’s Rocky Balboa getting up after being knocked down, or Michael Corleone snarling, “Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in.”
With the Hollywood Theater, just when you think it’s out, it comes back – and pulls audiences back in.
The 99-year-old moviehouse on Potomac Avenue has had a long and storied existence, with almost as many twists and turns as a tightly plotted crime caper. It opened before the arrival of talkies, and over the next century changed hands numerous times, opened, closed, opened again, closed again, opened again, closed again, and on and on in what seemed to be a never-ending cycle.
After being mothballed for the last couple of years, the Hollywood Theater is being reborn yet again, this time as Row House Hollywood. It had a soft reopening at the end of October, with screenings of
Alfred Hitchcock movies, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and the new black comedy “Bugonia.” Its official reopening is this weekend, and next weekend it will be hosting a special screening of the 1928 silent classic “The Passion of Joan of Arc,” with accompaniment by the Bach Choir of Pittsburgh. They will be singing in the theater’s balcony and be accompanied by a 16-piece chamber orchestra.
On a recent morning just a handful of days before the official reopening, owner Brian Mendelssohn was presiding over a flurry of activity at the theater, with work being done in the lobby, and finishing touches being put on the main auditorium and its projection booth and a downstairs screening room.
“We’re getting the kinks out of the system,” Mendelssohn explained.
Row House Hollywood is now the second theater in Mendelssohn’s Row House Cinemas. A one-screen theater opened in a row house building on Butler Street in Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood in 2014, and has primarily been a repertory house, showing a mix of cult, foreign and independent films and classic Holly-
wood offerings. A native of Florida who came to the region to attend Carnegie Mellon University, Mendelssohn’s interests have revolved around community development. In 2007, he founded Botero Development, and has been involved in launching a restaurant, shops and a co-working space. Row House Cinema came into being when he was considering “what does a neighborhood need to be a strong neighborhood, a proud neighborhood, a neighborhood you could walk in.” Mendelssohn had spent some time in Chicago, and believed that “a lot of neighborhoods were defined by their own theater,” and decided having a single-screen moviehouse in Lawrenceville would be good for that area.
“I love movies, but I knew nothing about the business,” Mendelssohn said.
With Row House Cinema being firmly rooted in Lawrenceville, Mendelssohn began to look for opportunities to expand. He looked at Regent Square Theater after it closed in 2019, but decided to take a pass on it. In 2023, the Hollywood Theater came on the market after having been
By Mike Jones Staff writer mjones@observer-reporter.com
Lawyers for the Peters Township father accused of fatally shaking his infant son in 2022 are asking a judge to dismiss the capital homicide case against him, claiming the prosecution has been “contaminated” over a bogus death certificate allegedly filed at the behest of the district attorney. In the 271-page motion for extraordinary relief filed Oct. 27 at the Washington County Courthouse, Jordan Clarke’s defense attorneys offered a menu of options that range from dismissing all charges to holding a new preliminary hearing to even subpoenaing District Attorney Jason Walsh to testify on the witness stand if the homicide case goes to trial. Clarke, 39, is accused of shaking his 11-week-old son, Sawyer, at his family’s Peters Township home on May 24, 2022, causing fatal injuries to the child, who died the next day at a Pittsburgh hospital. He was charged with homicide two weeks later, and Walsh is seeking the death penalty against Clarke should he be convicted of first-degree murder. Clarke claims he slipped on a plastic bag while carrying Sawyer and fell on him, crushing the boy. The filing states Clarke suffers from mobility and balance issues after being involved in a severe motor vehicle crash in 2003 that required him to undergo months of physical rehabilitation. At the heart of the filing asking Washington County Judge Michael Lucas to dismiss the case are accusations of prosecutorial misconduct against Walsh. The filing accuses Walsh of misleading a judge that Sawyer’s death occurred in Washington County to obtain a court order directing Coroner Timothy Warco to
By Eleanor Bailey Almanac Sports Editor
ebailey@thealmanac.net
Evan Pierce lives in Boston and works for the Celtics as vice president of people and culture. Before his employment with the NBA franchise, he used his business degree from Augusta University and masters from the University of Southern California while working at Apple, Hewlett-Packard and Raven Industries. After 15 years, Pierce returned home to Mt. Lebanon to be recognized as a Distinguished Blue Devil. He was one of eight former athletes and one sports squad recognized at Mt. Lebanon High
By Brad Hundt Staff writer bhundt@observer-reporter.com
It was Christmas Eve 1917, and the Pittsburgh Railways trolley that bore the number 4236 was overloaded with passengers heading to work or shop or meet up with friends and family as the day wound down.
At 3:18 p.m., it roared out of the Mount Washington Tunnel, traveling much, much faster than it should have been. When it reached a curve, it went flying off the tracks and slammed onto Carson Street. The impact was said to have sounded like a bomb. It then slid down the cobblestone street, striking utility poles, a store and a fire
hydrant along the way. The mishap injured 80 people and killed 23, with some of the fatalities having been dismembered.
The next day, Pittsburgh’s Gazette-Times reported, “Men and women and boys and girls, all townbound in the hope of bringing added cheer to their homes today, were crushed into a bleeding and wounded mass as the vast steel car tore along the street on its side.”
The holiday calamity ended up being the worst public transit disaster in Pittsburgh’s history. But even with its loss of life and an extended aftermath that included a prison sentence, lawsuits and bankruptcy, it’s not widely discussed or known about today. Mary Jane Kuffner Hirt set out to change that with her book, “The Mount Washington Transit Tunnel Disaster,” which was published in 2021 after almost a decade of work on it. She will be talking about it at a meeting of the South Hills Women’s Club at 7:15 p.m. Tuesday at the Lodge at Scott Township Park. Kuffner Hirt explained on
marquee of the Hollywood Theater, now called
Mary Jane Kuffner Hirt
School’s Hall of Champions celebration on Nov. 1 at the St. Clair Country Club.
“It’s a full-circle moment,” Pierce said. “It feels amazing especially since I haven’t been back here in such a long time. This is the place in which I grew up in life and it’s led to really, really special things.”
When John Grogan heard those comments, the Mt. Lebanon athletics director knew his mission was accomplished. Addressing the crowd of approximately 200, during his opening remarks, Grogan said that he hoped the inductees had a great time.
“Have a chance to reconnect with a friend, reminisce about the good, old days and remember those great times that you had at Lebo,” he said.
“We want this event to become a yearly opportunity to celebrate all of our athletic programs and the successes of those who participate,” Grogan added. “We hope that the lessons learned through sports, teamwork, leadership and sportsmanship; respect, honor, discipline and always striving for improvement, enable our athletes to carry those onward as they become successful men and women.”
There are approximately 1,800 students competing in 32 different varsity sports and on six club teams on a yearly basis in grades 7 through 12 at Mt. Lebanon.
Pierce and his fellow inductees participated in many from basketball to lacrosse; baseball to football, and they all acknowledged the same thing when it came to their success in and outside the athletic arena.
“It’s a little overwhelming standing here accepting this incredible honor,” said Emily Miller, Class of 2009. “This award recognizes individual accomplishments, but it truly represents the sacrifice, belief and unwavering support of so many people.
“I owe so much to my parents,” said the daughter of Kurt and Lou Miller. “Then there were my brother and sister, who advocated for me in the stands. I owe so much to the coaches, not just teaching me how to play but how to lead.”
Miller played on a WPIAL soccer championship team as well as captained the 2009 basketball team to an undefeated season (31-0) that included a district and PIAA state banner. Additionally, she was the Anne Mathison Quinn Blue Devil Scholarship recipient. She recognized her “current team” that includes her husband, Dave, and three children, Theo, Ella and Sophie. “So it’s awesome to be
Evan Pierce poses for photos with his family before being honored as a Distinguished Blue Devil during the annual Mt. Lebanon Hall of Champions celebration. Pictured from left (front): Pierce’s parents, Alvin and Sandra, and daughters, Emma and Elena; (back) Pierce’s wife, Jasmine, and daughter, Elise. Pierce scored 1,580 points in basketball and grabbed 1,107 rebounds at Mt. Lebanon before excelling at Quinnipiac. He currently works in the Boston Celtics organization.
talking about the glory days 16 years later,” she said.
Kennan Killeen has had many glory days. She earned a plethora of honors for her basketball prowess, including at the collegiate level. She gained Washington & Jefferson’s Cooper Female Athlete of The Year distinction as well as was nominated for the 2010 NCAA Woman of the Year Award.
Killeen is an English teacher and has taught in the West Allegheny School District. Currently, she resides in Peters Township and coaches her three boys, ages 7, 6 and 4, in soccer and basketball.
“I grew up looking at the Hall Of Champions and seeing these amazing players and to be one of them now, it’s surreal,” Killeen said.
“What I learned here shaped me whether on the court or in the classroom. I had brilliant coaches and teachers. They were tough and they had zero sympathy for half-hearted effort. The school and community here teach important foundational skills that translate and reinforce lessons in life.
“My family, teachers, coaches, mentors and community shaped me. The standards are still so high, the pride is still strong, and the lessons learned still matter,” she continued. “They all truly played a role in shaping me, challenging me and giving me the roots that still run in me.
I'm so proud to be part of this community and so honored to be in the Hall of Champions.”
Tony Ranalli was “humbled” by his induction.
Though a football and baseball player at Lebo, he is more noted for his work as a statistician. He kept score for the girls basketball team for 24 years and the boys basketball squad for 19. He also works the sticks during football
games.
“Let’s be clear, this has nothing to do with my athletic abilities and everything to do with a lot of sharp pencils,” Ranalli said. “It’s such an honor that my head is spinning. All the accomplishments of the other inductees are just incredible. I am humbled.”
Mt. Lebanon and its people, he noted, “will always be in my heart and own a part of me forever.”
In addition to Killeen, Miller, Pierce and Ranalli, Jonathan Kelly, Ashlee Kelly and the 1968 basketball team entered the Mt. Lebanon Hall of Fame as Distinguished Blue Devils. Frank DeWitt and Wayne Porter were inducted posthumously. Individual student-athletes inductee in the Hall of Champions, because they won district or state titles, included: Lily Cramer, Lauren Krebs, Lucy Tan and Selma Bajgoric for their 4x400 relay victory in track; Jackie Tang and Michelle Yang for their doubles championship in tennis; Sylvia Roy for her swimming titles; as well as Quinn Murdoch and Max Prezioso for their All-America status in lacrosse.
Three teams were also recognized: girls tennis, boys and girls lacrosse.
Denny Postufka served as master of ceremonies.
The Hall of Champions selection committee includes Stacey Franklin, Dr. Bob Schiller, Dale Cable, Bill Lewis, Meghan Anderson, Shelly Pieklik, Caity Manzo, Tyler Bluemling and Grogan.
The Distinguished Blue Devil committee includes: Bluemling, Kim Robbins, Russ Jones, Norm Faett and Shelly Saba.
Visit athletics.mtlsd.org for complete bios of the inductees.
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the phone from her home in Harmar Township that she started on her quest around 2009. She knew that one of her grandfather’s cousins had died in a trolley mishap in Pittsburgh, but looking through newspapers on microfilm proved to be a needle-in-a-haystack proposition – she didn’t know the name, gender or age of the distant relative, or where the accident occurred. Another complication: Pittsburgh newspapers in the early 20th century were rife with reports of pedestrians being hit by trolleys and cars and run over by horses.
But then, on Dec. 24, 2011, Kuffner Hirt’s mother saw a mention in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s almanac about the 1917 Christmas Eve trolley disaster. Two days later, Kuffner Hirt set off for the Carnegie Library in Oakland. Soon enough, she found out the cousin’s name – it was Aurelia Czerny, a 45-year-old mother of seven who lived in Beltzhoover – and other details about the calamity on Carson Street all those decades ago.
She decided to keep digging.
“Before I left the library, I knew what (the name of the cousin) was, but in the next 11 years I kept finding more information,” Kuffner Hirt said.
A professor emerita of political science at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a retired public administrator, Kuffner Hirt meticulously researched what happened before and after the accident. In “The Mount Washington Transit Tunnel Disaster,” she provides context to what Pittsburgh’s life and its economy were like in 1917, dissatisfaction with the Pittsburgh Railways Company that had been building before the accident and details on the construction of the tunnel.
“I wanted to be comfort-
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owned by the Theatre Historical Society of America, an organization that celebrates historic theaters and their architecture. Before then, it had been kept alive by a nonprofit group, Friends of the Hollywood Theater, from 2011 to 2018.
“I got a phone call,” Mendelssohn explained. “They said, ‘We don’t want this building to die.’”
The resuscitation of the Hollywood Theater has involved more than restocking the concessions counter and throwing the doors open. About 400 new seats have been installed in the main auditorium, which vastly expands its capacity. A smaller, 46-seat screening room and bar have been built downstairs. Unlike the Row House theater in Lawrenceville, Row House Hollywood will focus on booking new
able that I turned over all the rocks,” she explained.
The tragedy was covered comprehensively by the eight newspapers that were publishing in Pittsburgh in those pre-radio, pre-television days. That gave Kuffner Hirt plenty to work with as she assembled the book, which she finished during the COVID-19 lockdown.
“Every last one of (the newspapers) had a special edition on Christmas Eve, blaring that there had been this horrible accident,” Kuffner Hirt said. “They talked to anybody and everybody about what happened.”
Ultimately, blame was placed with the trolley’s motorman, Herman Klingler. In the verdict of a jury convened by the Allegheny County coroner, Klingler “was grossly careless in his operation of the car.” Klingler admitted on the witness stand that he had downed several drinks on that Christmas Eve, but denied being drunk when the accident happened. He ended up spending a little more than a year in prison on involuntary manslaughter charges. At least 70 civil suits were filed, with plaintiffs seeking compensation for injuries, lost wages, medical expenses and more. Ultimately, Pittsburgh Railways paid out
movies, and the downstairs screening room will be used for movies that are nearing the end of their run, movie club gatherings or other special events.
In the South Hills, Row House Hollywood could eventually be joined by a counterpart in Mt. Lebanon.
Mendelssohn has teamed up with the Denis Theatre Foundation in a drive to reopen the three-screen moviehouse that closed in 2004. Mendelssohn has pledged to invest $750,000 for equipment and other expenses if the foundation can raise a sufficient amount of money to revive the theater. If plans move ahead, Mendelssohn has said the Denis Theatre could reopen in 2028 in a “best-case scenario,” and he would lease the Denis from the foundation. Row House Hollywood and, possibly, the Denis Theatre are reopening at a moment when most of the headlines about moviegoing have been grim. Theaters were
a little more than $288,000 to victims and their families, which would be about $5 million in today’s dollars. The private company twice filed for bankruptcy in the decades that followed, and it went out of business for good in 1964.
Although public transit accidents were hardly uncommon a century ago in Pittsburgh and other cities, they were not on the gruesome scale of the disaster that unfolded in 1917. Almost 70 years later, in October 1987, another trolley car came out of the Mount Washington Transit Tunnel and again crashed onto Carson Street. Forty-one people were injured, but, unlike the 1917 disaster there were no fatalities. It was determined that brake failure caused that accident.
“We went quite a distance without an accident,” Kuffner Hirt said. And even if it is a slice of Pittsburgh history that has largely escaped attention, people should know about the Mount Washington Transit Tunnel Disaster because it is “a part of our collective heritage,” Kuffner Hirt said.
“Knowing how it happened and who was affected allows us in a broader sense to understand what life was like in the early 1900s,” she explained.
closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, and attendance has yet to return to pre-pandemic levels. Some former moviegoers have simply fallen out of the habit, some have been scared off by ticket and concession prices, and some have decided to wait for movies to land on-demand or on a streaming service.
Despite this, Mendelssohn believes in the value of movie theaters and the communal experience of watching a film unspool with an auditorium full of other people. He likens it to going to a concert – you can listen to a favorite musician from sunrise to sunset at home, but seeing them live is a more immediate and visceral experience.
Mendelssohn sees Row House Hollywood as “a place of entertainment, a place of community and a great night out.”
Information on Row House Hollywood’s schedule can be found at rowhousecinemas.com.
take custody of the body and file the death certificate. It also claims Walsh urged Warco to find the manner of death as homicide to help bolster his campaign for district attorney.
“However, herein, it cannot be disputed that the District Attorney’s lying to a judge and pressuring the county coroner all for political gain is the type of unethical and atrocious behavior that epitomizes the phrase ‘prosecutorial misconduct,’” the filing states.
The filing by defense attorneys Bill Difenderfer and
Wendy Williams mainly asks Lucas to dismiss the entire case and set Clarke free. But if that option is not palatable, the filing suggests the first-degree murder charge be taken off the table. Doing so would automatically remove a potential death sentence. It also suggests Walsh’s office be disqualified from prosecuting the case and even suggests holding another preliminary hearing in light of Warco’s signed affidavit claiming Walsh coerced him into filing a faulty death certificate, which ultimately was rejected since Washington County did not have jurisdiction.
“Not only is dismissal warranted in this case because of
the dearth of evidence that the child was intentionally killed by his father, but it is also justified because of the prosecutorial misconduct that has occurred herein, contaminating this matter from its very inception,” the filing states.
No hearing date has been set by Lucas to have the parties make arguments about the filing. Lucas previously served as first assistant under then District Attorney Gene Vittone before winning election to the bench in 2013.
Walsh said Oct. 30 that his office is working on an answer to the filing that would likely be submitted early next week.
“It’s all the same stuff,” Walsh said about the filing.
“They’re just recycling the same stuff.”
Most shocking in Clarke’s filing is his attorneys threatening to have Walsh testify at the homicide trial to explain to the jury Warco’s accusation that the district attorney compelled him to file the bogus death certificate because he allegedly told the coroner “you know that I need this to be a homicide.”
“That’s nonsense,” Walsh said. “What would I be able to testify to? The crime happened and I’m not a witness to anything. The medical evidence is the medical evidence. It comes from doctors. That’s them throwing anything up in the air and seeing what
sticks. I prosecute the crimes. I wasn’t there whenever whatever happened to the child happened.”
The Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s office ruled the boy’s manner of death as undetermined. The filing claims Walsh pressured Warco because of his tough on crime campaign stance while also accusing him of overzealously pursuing the death penalty against homicide defendants in the run-up to the 2023 election.
“These various acts by Mr. Walsh demonstrate improper maneuvering in this case to benefit his own political aspirations,” the filing states.
“He disregarded the ethical
requirements of his office and abandoned his role as a zealous advocate for the law and our constitution and instead allowed his decisions in this matter to be motivated by his electoral ambitions.”
Clarke has filed a litany of litigation against Walsh and other officials, including a civil lawsuit that was dismissed earlier this year. He is also being represented by Philadelphia-based Atlantic Center for Capital Representation in a “king’s bench” petition asking the state Supreme Court to place restrictions on Walsh’s ability to seek the death penalty against homicide defendants in Washington County.
Mt. Lebanon boys lacrosse team members accept their award for their WPIAL championship.
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A photo shows the aftermath of the transit tunnel calamity that happened on Dec. 24, 1917. The trolley slid down Carson Street after flying off the tracks after it came roaring out of Mount Washington’s transit tunnel.
Sponsors sought for Wreaths Across America campaign
By Paul Paterra Staff writer
ppaterra@observer-reporter.com
Members of the George Washington Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) are seeking sponsors as they participate in National Wreaths Across America Day on Dec. 13.
A donation of $17 will purchase one wreath to be placed on the grave of a veteran at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, which serves the entire tri-state area as a final resting place for veterans, their spouses and in some cases, their dependent children.
Last year, individuals or groups placed more than 16,200 wreaths, marking every grave at the Cecil Township cemetery. SAR sponsored 3,048 of those wreaths.
“One of our missions with the SAR is preserving the memory of Revolutionary War soldiers, and veterans in general,” said Gary Timmons, local Wreaths Across America Chairman. “That’s one way our chapter can actually recognize veterans is by doing Wreaths Across America.”
Typically, about 2,000 volunteers, including veterans, lay wreaths on the graves on Dec. 13.
“To see that much support, and have people come out and do this on a cold Saturday, it’s something special,” said Timmons.
Wreaths Across America originated in 1992 when Merrill Worcester, the owner of a nursery in Harrington, Me., had an overabundance of wreaths.
Remembering a trip he had taken as a paperboy to Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C., he got the idea to donate his excess
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Wreaths decorating the graves of veterans at the National Cemetery for the Alleghenies in 2024.
wreaths to the cemetery as a gesture of remembrance and honor for the men and women who served their country.
That gesture led to the national movement to put wreaths on the graves of all veterans.
In 2024, an estimated 2.5 million volunteers placed 3 million wreaths at 4,200 locations in the U.S. and 25 on foreign soil. Nearly one-third of the volunteers were children.
About 29,000 veterans, including two Revolutionary War soldiers, are buried at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.
Wreaths cost $17 each and are tax deductible. Anyone wishing to sponsor one can make checks payable to “Wreaths Across America” and send it to Gary W. Timmons, local Wreaths Across America chairman, 13 Elm Lane, Wheeling, W. Va. 260034905. He also can be contacted at 304-242-8759. The deadline for sponsorship is Nov. 27.
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South Fayette inducts eight into Hall of Fame
The South Fayette Township School District inducted eight new members into its Hall of Fame on Oct. 23 in the high school theater. The Class of 2025 included: Rich Bonnaure (1977), Aldo Donnelli (1925), Dr. Nick Faraci (2011), Michael Lamberti (2011), Tony Neely (1978), Clem Rolin (1964), Lauren Uranker (2004), and Josh Willy (1993).
Bonaire coached the Lions to its first PIAA state championship in any team sport. He is the most winning coach in SF boys basketball history.
A member of the U.S. National Team and only American to score in a World Cup qualifier and final in the same year, Donnelli is a member of the national soccer Hall of Fame. He also coached football at Duquesne University and with the Steelers simultaneously. He played football at South Fayette and Robert Morris University.
Faraci was a Merck Manual Award recipient in medical school and is currently completing a cardiology fellowship at UPMC.
Lamberti is the school’s leading scorer in basketball. He has coached West Liberty, his college alma mater, and Coker University to championship titles.
Neely, who attended the University of Arizona where he tied Pac-10 leads in interceptions and return yardage, is an entrepreneur and has worked in law enforcement including overseeing security for the Phoenix Suns.
A musician, Rolin has led music departments and marching bands at Montour and South Fayette. He was instrumental in developing the marching band program at Robert Morris University, and has served as a conductor, including at the Lincoln Center for Performing Arts.
Uranker, who held the Lady
Lions basketball scoring record for 19 years, graduated cum laude from Geneva College where she played DII NAIA basketball. She earned an MBA from Duquesne University and has rapidly risen through the ranks at Goldman Sachs. She is currently co-head of Talent within the company’s Human Capital Management and coheads its LGBTQ+ Client Engagement pillar.
Willy was a class officer, scholar, and three-sport athlete at SF who went on to earn a tremendous reputation as a teacher in the Penn Hills School District, earning “Teacher of the Year” recognition.
Both Willy and Donnelli were inducted into South Fayette’s hall of fame posthumously. Mike Shuck accepted on behalf of Donnelli while Willy’s wife, Celena, and sons, Alex,
Ben and Nate represented him.
The Hall of Fame recognizes and honors alumni who have had successes at South Fayette and beyond in the areas of the Arts, Academics, and Athletics.
The induction ceremony was emceed by South Fayette resident Marc Snider, best known by his radio personality, “Bubba” on Star 100.7 FM’s “Bubba Show.”
“We are truly excited to celebrate this year’s Hall of Fame inductees,” said SF athletic director Mark Keener, who organized the event. “We forever cherish the extraordinary contributions of those who have impacted our school, community and beyond and have carried on the tradition, pride and excellence of South Fayette.”
With the newly elected members, South Fayette now has 30 members.
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Mark Keener shakes hands with Clem Rolin and
during the South Fayette Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Rolin was recognized for his contributions to the music department as an educator, conductor, performer,
and mentor. A member of the Class of 1964, he returned to direct the school’s “Little Green Machine” marching band for many years until his retirement in July, 2025.BE-
LOW: Dr. Nicolas Faraci (center) poses for pictures with Dr. Kristin Deichler, assistant superintendent, and Mark Keener, athletics director, after receiving his plaque during the South Fayette Hall of Fame induction ceremony. After standout football carers at South Fayette and Robert Morris University, Faraci went on to earn medical degree from the University of Central Florida College. While serving as an assistant football coach at South Fayette, Dr. Faraci is completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
“These are remarkable individuals whose accomplishments span academics, athletics, and the arts, showcasing the rich tradition of excellence at South Fayette,” Keener said.
“This year’s honorees made a lasting impact on our school
during their time as students and have continued to distinguish themselves in college, their careers, and their communities. We hope their stories inspire generations of Lions to come.”
The inductees were intro-
duced to the general public prior to the football game versus Moon Area High School on Oct. 24 in the South Fayette Stadium. Visit www.southfayette.org for complete biographies for each of the 2025 inductees.
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‘Santa Trolley’ on the way to Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in Chartiers Township will be hosting the jolly ol’ elf from the North Pole starting Nov. 28.
“Santa Trolley” will allow visitors to chat with Santa Claus on a four-mile trolley journey and take a photo with him. It will happen Nov. 28-30 and Dec. 6-7, 13-14 and 20-21. Exact departure times will be available on the Trolley Museum’s website.
Two sensory-friendly trolley rides are planned at 8:55 a.m. and 9:10 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 30.
During “Santa Trolley,” visitors will be able to see the museum’s Lionel toy train layout and the
LEGO layout built by Steel City LUG, the Pittsburgh region’s adult LEGO user group. Children will be able to enjoy a holiday craft, and complimentary hot chocolate and cookies will also be available.
In December, the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum will also be hosting “Trolleys and Trains” on Thursdays and Fridays, Dec. 4-5, 11-12 and 18-19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Visitors will be able to ride decorated trolleys and view toy train layouts.
For more information, call 724-228-9256 or go online to www.patrolley.org.
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Rich Bonnaure (left) and Mike Lamberti (right) pose for pictures during the South Fayette Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Bonnaure served as head coach and Lamberti played for him when the Lions captured the school’s first-ever state team championship title. The Lions won the PIAA title in boys’ basketball in 2010.
The members of the string quartet (left to right) are: Gabe Ging, Alexia Klisavage, Naomi D'Souza
Leona They provided
music during a reception prior to the South Fayette Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
Upper St. Clair siblings earn honors in poster contest
Upper St. Clair siblings Arjun and Lipi Kairi earned first-place honors in the 2025 School Bus Safety Poster Contest, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). The pair were recognized during an awards ceremony held recently in Harrisburg.
Arjun, a ninth grader at Upper St. Clair High School, placed first in the grades 6-8 division. Entries were submitted in the spring, when Arjun was still a student at Fort Couch Middle School. This marks his second state title, having also earned first place in 2023.
Lipi captured first place in the grades 3-5 division.She is a fifth grade student at Boyce Middle School and a member of Team Challenger.
The 2025 School Bus Safety Poster Contest winners were chosen from 315 student entries from schools across Pennsylvania.
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Each year, PennDOT sponsors the School Bus Safety Poster Contest for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. The 2025 theme, Safety First – Safety Always, encouraged students to promote awareness of safe practices around school buses. Winners are recognized each October in conjunction with National School Bus Safety Week, observed during the third full week of the month.
PennDOT selects first, second and third-place winners in each of its divisions: grades K-2, grades 3-5 and grades 6-8. The three first-place state winners advance to the national competition.
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WROC TALK FREE SPEAKER SERIES
John Moon – The Legacy of Freedom House
John Moon will tell the extraordinary story of an unjustly forgotten group of Black men in Pittsburgh who became the first paramedics in America, saving lives and changing the course of emergency medicine around the world.
Registration appreciated at wroc.westminster-church.org or by calling Kathy Long at 412-835-6630 Tuesday, Nov.18 7:00 - 8:00 pm in Fellowship Hall
Arjun Kairi and Lipi Kairi show off their winning trophies after placing first in a PennDot School Safety poster contest.
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Bethel Park students establish mentorship program
Bethel Park High School
sophomores Andrea Solorzano and Leena Miloua are creating a new program to help students explore careers and connect with business, health care, marketing, and law professionals.
The initiative, BP Career Connect, grew out of an idea the students discussed on a bus ride home from last year’s DECA district competition. With guidance from DECA adviser Emily Smoller, they refined the project to prepare it for competition and community implementation.
BP Career Connect allows students to participate in job shadows, field trips, and guest speaker sessions to gain real-world experience and discover and occasionally reconsider potential career paths. Students do not need to be members of DECA to participate.
Gilfillan Farm Brings History to Life for USC Third Graders
Upper St. Clair third graders experienced a day of hands-on learning at the historic Gilfillan Farm, the last operational farm in the community.
Eisenhower teacher and elementary social studies curriculum leader Pam Petrarca and Upper St. Clair Historical Society president Rachel Carlson led the event.
Each school’s third graders spent a full day exploring the farm through five interactive learning stations before enjoying a picnic lunch.
early settlers on — they begin to see themselves as part of an ongoing story.”
ciety, and Student Council.
“Having presented at DECA before helped calm our nerves and taught us how to get the word out,” Miloua said. “We want to give students a chance to explore careers in a handson way.”
The students are recruiting local professionals to host job
shadows or mentor students. Businesses can contact the team at bpcareerconnect@ gmail.com or Smoller at smoller.emily@bphawks.org.
The career readiness project launched at the start of the 2025–26 school year. Miloua and Solorzano will present it in the Community Awareness category at the February 2026 DECA State Conference in Hershey, where students from across Pennsylvania showcase leadership and entrepreneurship projects.
The program also maintains an Instagram account, @bp_career_connect, for students and businesses to follow their progress.
“By opening their workplaces to our students, businesses can help them explore careers, discover their passions, and begin to chart their career paths,” Solorzano said. “We’re excited to connect students with local professionals and inspire the next generation of business leaders in this region.”
Activities included touring the farmhouse, participating in a simulated one-room schoolhouse, and visiting the outdoor buildings—the springhouse, smokehouse, outhouse, and summer kitchen. Students also learned about the farm’s Dorset sheep and enjoyed recess with traditional 1800s games. To cap off the experience, students sampled honey produced right at Gilfillan Farm.
Carlson noted that the sheep were a clear favorite among students.
“This year, Gilfillan Farm was excited to include Horses with Hope as a partner in this field trip,” she added. “Their involvement allowed students the opportunity to meet the Dorset sheep at the farm and learn a little about the history of sheep in Western Pennsylvania and about how the sheep can be used for therapeutic activities today.”
The visit aligns with the History of Pittsburgh social studies unit taught in third grade.
“Studying the history of Upper St. Clair is important because it gives our students something to connect with,” Petrarca said. “It helps them develop a sense of belonging and pride in their community. When they understand how the area has grown and changed over time — from its
Carlson emphasized that the partnership between the school district and the Historical Society fulfills the legacy of the Gilfillan family.
“The Gilfillans believed in being a part of the community and in the value of education,” she said. “Part of the goal is to fulfill the wishes of Margaret Gilfillan that the property be used for education and part of the goal is to help bring history to life for students.”
Because of the farm’s prominent location along Route 19, the experience connects classroom lessons to students’ everyday lives.
“We hope that by teaching history at a place that many students drive past on a frequent basis will make that history come alive for them,” Carlson said. “And that each time they drive past or walk on the trail, they will remember some tidbit of history.”
The learning stations were facilitated by Upper St. Clair High School students from Interact, National Honor So-
As a volunteer run organization, Gilfillan Farm relies on these students’ help to host the annual field trips.
“It creates a special learning environment where the third graders get to learn from older kids,” Carlson said. “Both years it has been an obvious favorite of the third graders.”
Petrarca agreed that the cross-age collaboration is one of her favorite aspects of the experience.
“It is an awesome opportunity for both groups of students,” she said. “I am always so impressed by the high school helpers. They take the information they’re asked to share and really make it their own.”
High school faculty and staff who supported the trip included Laura Carlino, science teacher and Interact sponsor; Lexi Ostrowski, English teacher and National Honor Society sponsor; and Brooke Tarcson, Student Council sponsor and head of student activities. Each accompanied the high school volunteers on the field trip days.
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Andrea Solorzano and Leena Miloua
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Dorset sheep were the highlight of the hands-on learning tour that Upper St. Clair third-graders attended at Gilfillan Farm recently.
‘PLEASANTLY SURPRISED’
Peters Township wins first WPIAL volleyball title
Pleasantly surprised described Chris Kelly after his Peters Township girls volleyball team swept Pine-Richland, 3-0, to capture the WPIAL Class 4A championship.
“I don’t know what to tell you,” he said. “I can't believe it,” Unfathomable was the fact that the Lady Indians were making their first appearance in a championship match. They were also looking to avenge a previous loss to the Rams in a non-section match played on Sept. 29.
The Indians though had shared the Section I crown with Upper St. Clair, posting a 9-1 record, before entering the postseason as the No. 2 seed in the tournament.
After a first-round bye, Peters Township dispatched Canon-McMillan, 3-1, in the quarterfinals and North Catholic, 3-0, in the semifinals to reach the championship match.
Meanwhile the Rams finished as runners-up to North Allegheny with a 6-4 slate in Section II. Seeded sixth, Pine-Richland upset the Tigers, 3-0, in the WPIAL semifinals after sweeping Seneca Valley and Greater Latrobe, 3-0, in the earlier rounds of the tournament.
On their home court, the AHN Arena, Peters Township dominated the Rams. After eking out the first game, 26-24, they won the next two, 25-21 and 25-11, to clinch the championship. Progress was the hallmark
of Peters Township’s run-up to the title.
“They have gotten so much better as the season progressed,” Kelly said. “We talked about getting better each day, and I think they've done it. I think we're playing our best volleyball of the season. And that's what you want to do.”
The Lady Indians showed poise and improved as the match progressed. They rallied from a 21-19 deficit to pull out the first set, winning eight of the last 11 points. In the second game, they jumped into the lead quickly, scoring the first five points. They never trailed after that then breezed to a win in the third set.
The front line of Maddie Carroll and Elle Gorman dominated. Their wicked returns had the Rams guessing.
“Our blocking wasn't sure where to go,” said Pine-Richland head coach Angela Semen.
Carroll collected 14 kills.
Fellow sophomore Alex Knox also had 14 spikes.
“I had a feeling it would be like this," Carroll said.
“I think we worked really hard in all of our games and we perfected it,” she added. “I knew from the first ball we were going to win it.”
With the win, Peters Township improved to 16-3 overall and advanced to face Manheim Township in the first round of the PIAA tournament.
“I wouldn't have thought
we’d go this far,” said Gorman. “This was a strong example of how we can play together as a team. We played for each other and that got us through.”
Kelly’s coaching expertise was an added asset.
While the Lady Indians were new to the championship contest, Kelly was not. He previously coached at Baldwin. During his tenure, the Highlanders reached the finals four times in five years, 2014-28. They captured two crowns.
“It’s an honor to win a WPIAL title at two schools,” Kelly said. “There can't be too many coaches who have done that in WPIAL history.
I’m very proud of that.”
Kali Holmes is proud of the team’s camaraderie. The libero is one of only two seniors in the starting line-up. The other is Kenzie Langlois, the squad’s setter. Both gained All-WPIAL honors along with Carroll.
“Our team worked so hard together,” said Holmes. “I knew coming into the season that we were capable of doing this. We have great team chemistry.”
Among the other players contributing to Peters Township’s success included: seniors Alex Sciullo, Carlee Stebelsky, Allison Oshnock and Keely Stiegel; juniors Bella Pekney, Liv Leehr, Eva Drake, Angelina Williams and Mara Radulovich; soph-
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Chartiers Valley celebrates winning season
By Eleanor Bailey
Sports Editor
Despite ending the 2025 football campaign on a sour note in a first-round WPIAL Class 4A playoff loss at McKeesport, 44-7, on Oct 31, Chartiers Valley celebrated what has been one of the best seasons in program history.
The Colts finished 7-4 overall and third in the Big Six Conference behind Trinity and Thomas Jefferson. Seven is the most wins the team has had in 16 years. They also managed a six-game winning streak, one of the longest during that span.
Additionally, they were the only team in Class 4A to increase their win total over last year by four games.
“We have a lot to be proud of,” said Steve Spence, who was in his first season as CV’s varsity head coach. “I am especially happy for the seniors because they go out being known as the class to turn the program around.”
The senior class included: Julius Best, Damarion Bundridge, Chris Cager, Jack Czarnecki, Damien Holloway, Tyler Hughes, Daylyn King, Michael Lawrence, Tayshaun Lewis, Tristan Mayo, Keegan McCabe, Aidan McGettigan, Luke Miranda, John Papariella, Brady Schaming and Justin Terhune. Best was responsible for the lone score against McKeesport. He pulled in a 55-yard scoring strike from junior quarterback Owen Weagraff as the Colts kept the game close, 147, until three minutes remained in the first half.
Javien Robinson then pulled in a 61-yard TD aerial from Matthew Miller and Kemon Spell took over in the second half, scoring three of his four rushing touchdowns. He finished with 187 yards on 19 rushes.
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John Banbury rushes into the teeth of the Plum defense during WPIAL Class 5A playoff action. Banbury rushed for 53 yards on 10 carries, a touchdown and a 2-point conversion in Upper St. Clair’s 46-8 win over the Mustangs.
Zeng places sixth in PIAA cross country championships
When Angela Zeng of South Fayette emerged as the WPIAL winner during the Class 3A cross country championships on Oct. 23, her coach, Joe Winans, anticipated she would be competitive during the state meet. The sophomore surely would improve upon a top-30 showing from a year ago.
“For Angela, that was a disappointment,” Winans said. “She was very disappointed that she finished outside of the medals.”
Winans added that runners that come out of District VII put themselves in a position to “realistically contend” for the top 10 or 15 spots because the WPIAL is so strong.
“There's obviously some very good quality runners out east, but Angela put herself in that class with all those runners when she came out of the western part of the state in first place. She put herself in contention to be very competitive.”
Zeng was more than just competitive during the PIAA Class 3A race held Nov. 1 on the Parkview Course in Hershey. She finished sixth overall. The sophomore’s time of 18:49 was 32 seconds off the winning pace of 18:17 set by Emmaus senior Madelyn McCartney. Throughout the race, Zeng was positioned well among the leaders, who all finished within 22 seconds of each other after McCartney. Zeng was fourth after the first mile, racing at a 5:26 clip. She remained in that spot before dropping to sixth at the two-mile mark. She covered the final distance of the course in 7:05.
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“Kemon is the best high school player that I have ever seen,” said Spence, who coached 17 years at Washington & Jefferson College
recovers from WPIAL loss
Lions rebound with PIAA win over Hollidaysburg
for the 2023 championship and blanked Fox Chapel, 4-0, in the 2024 final.
“It was a pretty fast first mile,” Zeng said. “However, when it gets hard, you have to tell yourself that everybody is going through the same thing and running the same course. You can’t use the course being hard as an excuse.” Zeng won the WPIAL title in 17:49.70 at White Oak Park, which is less hilly than the Parkview course.
As bitter as South Fayette’s loss in the WPIAL soccer championship match was, there was a silver lining for the Lady Lions. Their season wasn’t over.
“We have more to play for,” coach Nick Rosser told his girls after their double-overtime loss to Fox Chapel in the Class 3A final played Oct. 29 at Highmark Stadium.
The PIAA reprieve came on the heels of a 1-0 defeat to the Foxes. The loss ended South Fayette’s bid for a third consecutive WPIAL title. The Lions had beaten Moon in a shootout
As the District VII runner-up, South Fayette entered the PIAA tournament. The Lady Lions faced Hollidaysburg in the opening round of action on Nov. 4 and posted a 5-0 shutout. In the victory, Silvi Rossi and Lily Chiappetta scored two goals each while Mia Deramo provided the other tally. Chiappetta and Gabby Beinecke dished up two assists apiece while Rossi picked up one. Caitlyn Thompson and Lainey Kuglar combined for the shutout in the nets.
Fox Chapel avenged that loss when Lily McLaughlin scored with 68 seconds remaining in the second overtime frame. Pitt recruit Emily McKee assisted. The Lady Lions outshot the Foxes, 25—19. Caitlyn Thompson recorded six saves for South Fayette while the defense of Abbey Spalla, Maria Gabriel, Rylee Binion and Nora Davidson thwarted McKee, who was credited with eight shots, four of them on target. For the Foxes, Lia Pizzella turned back nine
“This course, overall, is much more challenging than the one at White Oak,” Zeng noted. “The terrain can make or break the race if you don’t run it right.”
Zeng managed the course by maintaining a 6:04 pace throughout the race. As a result, she lowered her mark and place from a year ago. She clocked a 19:29 in 2024 and finished 28th overall.
“Significantly,” she said. Zeng now shifts into track season. She competes for the Lady Lions in both indoor and outdoor track. Individually, she runs the met-
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2. Alex Knox (23) of Peters Township slips a shot over Sofia Krotky Koeppe (27) of Manheim Township during PIAA first-round volleyball action. The Indians won the match, 3-1.
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attempts on goal, including five shots on target by Mia Deramo. Quinn Miller and Gabby Beinecke as well as Davidson and Harper Zapf in a substitute role, also put shots on target for the Lions.
The PIAA playoffs continued with quarterfinal action on Nov. 8 and a rematch between the Lady Lions and Fox Chapel could be on the horizon. They could meet in the semifinals set for Nov. 11. The PIAA championships are scheduled for 1 p.m. Nov. 18 at Northeastern High School in Manchester.
“There’s a goal out there to reach,” Rosser said.
The Lady Lions entered the PIAA tournament as undefeated Section 3 champions (10-0). They were 18-2-1 overall. Seeded second in the
WPIAL, they beat Elizabeth Forward, 5-0, Montou, 5-3, and Moon, 4-1, to reach the district championship match. South Fayette was the only Almanac area team to advance to PIAA play. The Peters Township boys
and girls were upset in the semifinals of the WPIAL tournament and ended their seasons. In Class 3A, Bethel Park was eliminated in the consolation contest by Thomas Jefferson, 3-2.
Chartiers
before coming to Chartiers Valley. “McKeesport is an extremely talented team. They have multiple DI kids all over the field and they are coached well.”
The Colts played with Holloway because he was ineligible for the playoffs due to the WPIAL’s transfer rules. They also were without Lewis, who suffered a game-ending injury on CV’s third offensive play of the game.
“No excuses. Injuries are part of the game,” Spence said. “I think the score is not a reflection of how we played. We played really hard and we played with a fight that we didn’t have when we lost to TJ,” Spence added of that 45-6 loss on Oct. 17.
Thomas Jefferson faced McKeesport in the quarterfinals played Nov. 7 on the Colts home turf while Trinity dropped out of the playoffs after being upset by Aliquippa, 21-14, in the first round of the playoffs.
The Colts have already started the rebuilding process. When they handed in uniforms, Spence sensed a spark in his players and an enthusiasm to prepare for a 2026 season that promises to be even better than this year.
“The future is very bright,” he said. “There will be guys that we will miss. That is always the case but we have a lot coming back and you can see the hunger in their eyes. We have guys who tasted success and they are hungry to build upon that.
“If you have told me that we would have been 7-4 with a playoff berth when I started, I would have thought you were crazy but once we got rolling the atmosphere changed. The attitude the guys have right now compared to what it was when I first got here has been a 180 change. These kids are hungry for more football. They haven’t tasted this kind of success and the experience this late in the season is totally different.”
Class 5A
Upper St. Clair and Bethel Park eased into the quarterfinals of the Class 5A playoffs with victories over Plum, 46-8, and North Hills, 38-7, respectively.
After surrendering eight points to the Mustangs, thanks to an interception and penalty enabling the 2-point conversion, the Panthers rolled off 46 unanswered points to seal their win and advance to face Woodland Hills on Nov. 7. (Results unavailable at press time.)
“Though we fell behind early, I like how our kids responded,” said USC coach Mike Junko. “We really hit our stride, especially in the second half, and played some good football in all three phases.”
Ethan Hellmann completed 9 of 18 passes for 156 yards and two touchdowns to John Banbury and Randy Yan.
Dante Coury led the rushing attack, scoring twice and running for 73 yards on 17 attempts. Banbury supplied 53 yards on 10 carries, a touchdown and a 2-point conver-
sion. Junko was pleased with that 1-2 punch.
“Our two running backs did a great job making cuts and finding the holes created by our O-line,” he said. “John Banbury and Dante Coury are two excellent backs that really run behind their pads. Both guys can be counted on to finish runs.”
Max Ligier also rushed for a touchdown while Jacobo Echeverria Lozano completed the scoring with a 30-yard field goal. He also added the extra points.
Defensively, Coury, Beck Shields and Anthony Bunn recorded sacks. Nico D’Orazio recovered a fumble. Anthony Rozzo led with six unassisted tackles.
“Our defense has really improved as the season has gone on,” Junko said. “They were able to contain a very good Plum offense. We need to continue that throughout the playoffs.”
Bethel Park earned a second playoff game and a rematch with Peters Township after the win over North Hills on Oct. 31.
The Black Hawks reeled off five unanswered scores after the game was tied, 7-7. David Dennison rushed for two scores. Tyler Miller and Kahanuola Kuewa had big runs of 27 and 66 yards respectively for two more touchdowns.
Evan Devine completed 7 of 13 passes for 176 yards and a scoring strike of 8 yards to Jovian Smith. Xavier Jackson kicked a 22-yard field goal as well as five extra points.
omores Lily O’Connor and Raia Lamping.
PIAA PLAY
Peters Township opened PIAA tournament action with a 3-1 victory over Manheim Township (18-4) on Nov. 4 at AHN Arena.
After breezing through the first set, 25-14, the Indians dropped a 25-20 decision in the second. They clawed their way to a 25-22 win in the third game and clinched the match by winning the fourth, 25-20.
After winning handedly in the first game, Coach Kelly felt his team relaxed.
"They probably thought the other two sets would be as easy as the first, but Manheim came back and played hard,” he said. Kelly added his girls weren’t “phased” by the comeback of the Blue Streaks because they “play well under pressure.”
The pressure increased for Peters Township (17-3) as it advanced to the quarterfinals of the state tournament. The Lady Indians faced Unionville (20-1), which defeated South Western, 25-19, 25-23, 25-22,
in its first-round PIAA match.
The PIAA semifinals are scheduled for Nov. 11 and the championship finals are set for 6 p.m. Nov. 18 at Cumberland Valley High School in Mechanicsburg. ALL-STARS
During the championship matches, the WPIAL Girls Volleyball Coaches Association announced its annual all-star teams. In addition to Carroll, Holmes and Langlois from Peters Township, Hayden Culp, Sarah McShane and Ellie Simons from Upper St. Clair as well as Canon-McMillan’s Natalie Carr and Journee Scott gained acclaim
at the Class 4A level. A senior, Culp was making her third appearance on the list, second as a first-team outside hitter.
South Fayette and Chartiers Valley placed several players on the Class 3A list.
Juliette Leroux earned firstteam honors as a middle hitter for the Lady Lions while Kylee Patridge gained second-team acclaim as an outside hitter,
For the Colts, Payton Friburger was a second-team outside hitter as a sophomore and Tessa Zemaitis was a thirdteam outside hitter as a junior.
Editor’s Note: Freelance writer Joe Tuscano contributed to this story.
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ric mile and two-mile events as well as combines on the 1,600-meter and 3200-meter relays.
During the WPIAL track and field championships in May, Zeng anchored the 3200 unit to victory. Individually, she also grabbed
a bronze medal in the 1600 race with a 4:59.13 time. At states, the relay team finished fifth and Zeng was 12th in the mile.
With Zeng leading the pack, the Lady Lions finished seventh in the team standings at the state meet. South Fayette’s other top four harriers, contributing to the team’s 217-point score were: Madeline Stock, 28th overall in 20:24; Nina DiMartini,
46th in 20:50; Ellena Gibbs, 68th in 21:22; and Brenna Schmitz, 71st in 21:24. Abby Poe (22:03) and Violet George (23:19) also raced in the meet for the Lady Lions.
Norwin, which won the WPIAL team title ahead of Fox Chapel and South Fayette, claimed the PIAA Class 3A team trophy with a 54 score. Downingtown West and State College followed in second and third place. On the boys’ side for the Lions, Griffin Martin placed 37th overall with a 16:51 time. Travis Furmanski from Cedar Crest won the race in 15:34. Nolan Sarkett from Upper St. Clair was the top male finisher. The senior placed 19th overall with a 16:30 time. Mt. Lebanon’s Evan Yurasko and Will Zadecky posted times of 17:20 and 17:50 to place 100th and 163rd overall in the Class 3A boys’ division. Peters Township’s Adelaide Lulich placed 48th overall with a 20:07 mark. Mt. Lebanon’s duo of Lyra Stiglitz (20:29) and Marisol Montoya (21:19) finished 70th and 148th overall.
Editor’s Note: Jonathan Guth from the Herald-Standard contributed to this article
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Mia Deramo (17) of South Fayette battles Caylie Wilkinson (6) of Fox Chapel for the ball while Paige Capek (36) and Silvi Rossi (4) look on.
Harper Zapf (28) of South Fayette looks downfield to dish off the soccer ball despite being held back by Fox Chapel defender Antonia Linzoain.
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Peters Township players and coaches are all smiles after winning a WPIAL title in girls volleyball for the first time in school history. The Lady Indians swept Pine-Richland, 3-0, to win the Class 4A championship.
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Angela Zeng of South Fayette displays that winning form that earned her a WPIAL title and a sixth-place medal at the PIAA Class 3A cross country championships.
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Study shows humans age dramatically at two ages
By Karen Mansfield Staff writer kmansfield@observer-reporter.com
If you’ve suddenly noticed more wrinkles or aches and pains, or feel like you’ve aged almost overnight, there might be a scientific explanation.
New research indicates that rather than being a steady, linear process, aging happens in two big bursts – one around age 44 and one around age 60.
Stanford University researchers came to this conclusion after completing a study where they tracked the levels of more than 135,000 different molecules and microbes in 108 people between the ages of 25 to 75.
The findings – which show major waves of age-related changes at around ages 44 and 60 – could shed light on why some diseases and health issues pop up at certain ages.
“We’re not just changing gradually over time. There are some really dramatic changes,” said the study’s senior author, Dr. Michael Snyder, a geneticist and director of the Center for Genomics and Personalized Medicine at Stanford University, in a press release. “It turns out the mid-40s is a time of dramatic change, as is the early 60s. And that’s true no matter what class of molecules you look at.”
The researchers tracked the participants, who donated blood and stool samples and skin, oral and nasal swabs every three to six months, for one to seven years, and tested for age-related changes to their molecular profiles. Researchers assessed different molecules, such as RNA, proteins and metabolites, and microbes – the bacteria, viruses and fungi that live in the gut and on the skin.
For 40-somethings, scientists found significant changes in molecules related to alcohol, caffeine and lipid metabolism, cardiovascular disease, and skin and muscle. For those in their 60s, changes related to carbohydrate and caffeine metabolism, immune regulation, kidney function, cardiovascular disease, and skin and muscle were evident.
It’s possible some of these changes could be tied to lifestyle or behavior factors, and researchers plan to study the drivers of those aging bursts.
And while aging is inevitable and genetics play a key role in health, the studies indicate that people should pay closer attention to their health, particularly at those two ages.
“If you’re in your 40s, 50s and 60s, it is important to check in regularly with your primary care physician to make sure you are on top of what’s going on,” said Dr. Amy Crawford-Faucher, a primary care physician with Allegheny Health Network. She encourages patients who are in their 20s and 30s to think about the lifestyle choices they make when they’re young and how those will impact them when they’re older.
“Think about how you want to feel, how you want to be able to move, how you want to be able to live your life when you’re 75,” said Crawford-Faucher. “That’s really hard, for someone who’s 30, to have those conversations, but you have to think, ‘This is for my future self.’ At every stage of life, people are busy – whether in school, or working, or busy with family – and it gets easier and easier to put off those conversations about how to take care of your 75-year-old self.”
Establishing healthy habits now will serve you later on, she said.
“I think we’re going to learn a whole lot more in the next decade about genomic health, but what it comes back
what’s happening
FLEA MARKET
Bower Hill Community Church will hold a flea market from 8:30 a.m.
to 3 p.m. Nov. 22 at 70 Moffett St.
Half-price sale is from 2 to 3 p.m. Rooms are separated into categories: books, jewelry, boutique, toys. There will be a main room and tables also set up in the hallways to accommodate over 60 vendors. Homemade soup and baked goods will be available for purchase at the snack bar.
SH CHABAD
A pop-up Jewish NY deli will be offered Nov. 23 at the Chabad of the South Hills located at 1701 McFarland Road. Pickup is from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Available are pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, potato knishes, Matzo ball soup and Dr. Brown Soda.
Pre-orders are required by Nov. 20 at www.chabadsh.com/deli
The Chabad of the South Hills will offer Lift Your Life at 7 p.m. Mondays beginning Nov. 18 at 1700 Bower Hill Road. These Kabbalistic teachings elevate daily reality. The monthly gathering for women allows for learning and connecting through meaningful conversation and shared inspiration. Visit chabadsh.com/rcs for more information.
The Chabad of the South Hills will hold a senior lunch at 1 p.m. Nov. 15. Comfort Keepers will deliver a presentation on brain health. Suggested donation is $5. The event is wheelchair accessible. RSVP at 412-278-2658.
STAGE 62
Jingle and Joy with Santa will be held Nov. 23 at Craftonian Hall located at 48 Division St. The Stage 62 event kicks off the holiday season with brunch served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 2 to 4 p.m.
There will be pictures with Santa, a sing-a-long with elves and carolers, letter-writing station, crafts, raffle baskets, a toy drop-off for the Boys and Girls Club and a special story time as Santa reads “The Night Before Christmas.”
Tickets are $25 for ages 18 and older and $15 for ages 3 to 18. Ages 2 and under attend for free.
to is healthy lifestyle commitments, which take time, energy and attention,” said Crawford-Faucher.
But, it can pay off. Crawford-Faucher said she has patients in their 80s who participate in sports, are active in their communities, and are mentally sharp, while other patients who are in their 60s “look like they’re in their 80s.”
“I cannot deny that there are people who are dealt a bad hand that is out of their control, but I can tell you that contributing factors for people who aren’t healthy often come down to the same things: smoking, alcohol, lack of physical activity, poor diet choices. Those come back to bite you,” she said.
Goals should include maintaining muscle mass, keeping your heart and weight healthy, reducing alcohol and caffeine, and more.
None of us can avoid aging, but the more positive and healthy we are in our approach to aging, the better off we’ll be, Crawford-Faucher said.
And, she said, it’s never too late to tackle improving your health.
“If you recognize you’re not as healthy as you’d like to be and are worried, it’s good to meet with your family doctor and have that conversation.
What do I need to do now so my future self will thank me?” Crawford-Faucher said.
While scientists continue to research age-related declines in physical health, there are multiple ways to improve the chance of maintaining optimal health later in life.
Taking care of your physical health includes staying active, making healthy food choices (including lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and lean proteins), maintaining a healthy weight, getting enough sleep, limiting your alcohol intake, avoiding smoking, proactively managing your health care and seeing a doctor regularly, and maintaining social connections.
And, said Sam Veltre, a health and wellness coach at Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center, small changes in these areas can go a long way to support healthy aging.
“The one thing I tell people is that you’re putting in the work now to buy yourself time in the future. When folks are lacking motivation or drive and ask why should they exercise or eat healthy, I tell them the time they spend doing that now is unlocking a
much longer, vibrant, fulfilling life in the future,” said Veltre. “You control the controllables.”
He recommends his older clients incorporate weight lifting and resistance training into their routine.
“That all becomes very important for muscular and bone health. It helps folks move and function better through their daily activities, and it goes into helping with balance and coordination,” he said.
The Centers for Disease Control recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week, and two days of muscle strengthening exercise weekly. But, said Veltre, the important thing is to get moving.
“Anything is better than nothing, and you have to start somewhere,” he said. “View it as something to work toward.”
In general, he said, the goal is not only to live longer but to live better so that people enjoy more years of their life without pain or disability.
Ultimately, taking care of your physical, mental, and cognitive health is important for healthy aging. Even making small changes in your daily life can help you live longer and better.
In general, you can support your physical health by staying active, eating and sleeping well, and going to the doctor regularly. Take care of your mental health by interacting with family and friends, trying to stay positive and reduce stress, and participating in activities you enjoy.
Taking steps to achieve better physical and mental health may reduce your risk for Alzheimer's disease and dementia, and other health issues as you age. There is still a lot to learn about how people age and what habits support healthy aging, but, said Crawfod-Faucher, it’s important to establish and maintain healthy habits.
“The habits and behavior you have now can have an impact on your health 25 years from now,” she said. “It’s hard work, but it will help you to live your best life.”
Visit www.stage62.org to register. PT REC
Peters Township offers the following at the recreation center:
■ Senior luncheons from noon to 2 p.m. Nov. 12 and Dec. 10. This is a free event but guests are asked to bring a covered dish or dessert to share. Luncheons can include a speaker, entertainment or an activity. Preregistration is required.
■ Keychain Creations from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Dec. 9. Ages 13 to 17 create a festive keychain to add holiday cheer to keys or backpacks. Cookies and cocoa will be available. Fee is $5 ($8 nonmembers). Sign-up deadline is Dec. 3
■ Ladies Night from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 19. Participants will create, design and decorate a tassel Christmas tree sign to add to their holiday decor. Guests can bring snacks to share. Fee is $15 ($20 nonmembers).
■ Little Kernels. Ages 3 to 5 meet from 10 to 11 a.m. Nov. 11 for a Thanksgiving-themed class about corn, pilgrims and fall as they engage in crafts, games and hands-on activities. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult. Fee is $5 ($8 nonmembers).
■ Iron Flow from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays. Certified instructor Sarah Potter leads the class that offers nonstop workouts designed to target different muscle groups. Fee is $38 ($57 nonmembers). Visit www.peterstownship.com to register. Call 724-942-5000 for more details.
COOKIE SALES
The Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Cathedral will hold its annual holiday cookie sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 6 at 450 Maxwell Drive in Whitehall. In addition to a variety of cookies, there will be nut rolls, nut horns, lady locks and apple strudels for sale. Prices are $15 per pound for cookies; $18 per nut roll, $15 per box of 10 of nut horns or lady locks and $5 per apple strudel. No online pre-orders will be taken. Cash, check or credit card will be accepted on the day of the sale. Call 412-882-3900 or
email htcnutroll@gmail.com for more details.
The Taste of Heaven Cookie Sale will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 16 at St. Gregory Byzantine Catholic Church at 2005 Mohawk Road in Upper St. Clair. While listening to live holiday music, patrons stroll through tables filled with cookies and fill containers with selections of traditional and everyday favorites. There will also be pre-packaged ethnic delicacies, specialty sweets and wrapped “Gifts To Go” for purchase. Cash, credit and debit cards are accepted. Call 412-835-7800 for more details.
CRAFT SHOWS
■ The St. Raphael the Archangel holiday craft show will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 15 in the SS. Simon & Jude School gymnasium located at 1625 Green Tree Road in Scott Township. There will be 75 tables of crafts, a Chinese auction of items made by the participants, a bake sale and lunch available for purchase. Parking and admission are free.
■ The Independence Middle School PTSO craft show will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 22 at the school, located at 2807 Bethel Church Road in Bethel Park. Over 40 crafters/vendors will be selling artwork, jewelry, crocheted items, baked goods, 3D printed items, tumblers, nail polish strips, wreaths, pottery, pet gear, purses, sewing items, soaps, essential oils, jams, laser engraved items and crystals. There will also be gift baskets. Food trucks will be on site as well as a concession stand to purchase food and drinks.
■ The South Hills Pet Rescue will hold a holiday craft show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 6 at Giant Oaks Winery, 3540 Washington Ave. in Finleyville. Admission is free. Ticket raffle and food available.
GENEALOGY
The Mt. Lebanon Genealogy Society will meet at 1 p.m. Nov. 17 in the audio-visual room at Mt. Lebanon Public Library. World War II historian and memorabilia collector Don Grimm will discuss military dog tags,
their history as well as importance and understanding in identification of soldiers in the army. No reservations required. All can attend. Email: Malcolm.andrews1949@gmail.com with questions.
NURSES
The Southwestern Pennsylvania Registered Nurses Club will meet at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 18 at Salvatore's, 5001 Curry Road. Lisa Hopkins from Encompass Health Rehabilitation will speak on "The Art of Flexibility and How it Promotes Wellness” in an interactive session. All registered nurses can attend. Visit www.swparnclub.weebly.com for more information.
PANCAKES
The Scouts BSA Troop 2 pancake breakfast fundraiser will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 16 at Bethany Presbyterian Church, located at 740 Washington Ave. in Bridgeville. Tickets are $5 for seniors, ages 65 and older, as well as children under 5. All others are charged $10. Meal includes unlimited pancakes, sausage with vegan options, coffee, orange juice or milk and apple sauce. In addition to a hearty breakfast, attendees can chat with Scouts and learn about the organization. Contact info@troop2-pa.org for tickets or more details. Tickets are available at the door.
BLOOD DRIVE
Our Lady of Hope Parish will hold a blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 22 in Frawley Hall at St. Valentine's Catholic Church, located at 2700 Ohio St. in Bethel Park Visit vitalant.org to schedule an appointment or call 412-726-6942 or 412-884-1283 for more details. Donations in November are eligible for entry into a contest to win one of two $10,000 gift cards.
PRAYER EVENT
The Magnificat Prayer Breakfast for Women will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 15 at the Diocese of Pittsburgh Pastoral Center-O’Connor Hall, 2900 Noblestown Road.
In addition to breakfast, praise, worship and fellowship, the Rev. Daniel J. Roberts, a recently ordained priest who previously had
a long career as an actor in Los Angeles, will speak. Registration is $35.
Visit www.magnificatpittsburgh.org to register online.
BOOT DRIVE
The Tri-Community South EMS is collecting boots and clean blankets for the homeless and vulnerable population at 5490 Progress Blvd. Donations also can be dropped off until Dec. 4 at the Bethel Park, South Park and Upper St. Clair libraries as well as Brentwood Bank in the South Park Shops.
EMS
The subscription drive to the Tri-Community South (TCS) 2026 Ambulance Subscription Service, located at 5490 Progress Blvd. in Bethel Park, has begun. Subscribers receive a 50% discount off out-of-pocket expenses related to emergency ambulance service provided by TCS excluding Lift Assists (always $250) and treatment without transport (always $300). Service runs from Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2026. Subscriptions are $70 per individual and $90 per household. TCS has served Bethel Park, South Park and Upper St. Clair since 1977.
Visit tcsems.org to subscribe. Call 412-831-3710 for further details.
LIGHT UP
Beverly Brite Nite will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 4 in the Beverly Road business corridor in Mt. Lebanon. In addition to holiday cheer and extended shopping hours, there will be a visit from Santa as well as a tree lighting celebration.
BOTANICS
Tickets for the fourth annual Dazzling Nights Pittsburgh, a holiday spectacular at the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, are on sale. The show runs from Nov. 28 through Jan. 3 with entry times beginning at 5 p.m. All tickets are advanced sales and patrons pick times and dates. Prices range from $28 to $34.75 for adults and $25 to $33.75 for children. Ages 3 and under enter free. Visit pittsburghbotanicgarden.org for more details.
Dr. Amy Crawford-Faucher
COURTESY OF WILFRED R. CAMERON WELLNESS CENTER
Exercise is an important component to healthy aging.
Obituary
Pamela Anne Clarke Burrett January 17, 1944 – October 26, 2025 In loving memory
She believed the world was meant to be explored — and through her journeys, she found joy, understanding, and connection.
Pamela Anne Clarke Burrett passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025, in Charlottesville, VA, after living gracefully with dementia. Born January 17, 1944, in Bowling Green, KY, Pam called many places home throughout her life — Lexington, KY; Chicago, IL; Cleveland, OH; Albany, NY; and Pittsburgh, PA — before moving to Charlottesville to be near her sister. Everywhere she lived, she built lasting friendships and shared her warmth, humor, and deep curiosity about the world. A lifelong educator, Pam began teaching early in her career and later specialized in English as a Second Language (ESL). She found great joy in helping others find their voice in a new language and culture, and many of her students became lifelong friends. Passionate about Asian culture, Pam participated in international teacher exchange programs through the University of Pittsburgh and traveled widely to broaden her understanding. Her journeys took her to Mongolia, Vietnam, Japan and, her favorite destination, China. She also traveled to Europe with her sister and cherished the experiences and connections she gathered along the way.
In Pittsburgh, Pam served as president of both the Mount Lebanon Nature Conservancy and the Mount Lebanon PTA, reflecting her commitment to education, community, and the environment. A devoted gardener and birdwatcher, she found peace and purpose in nature. She also enjoyed Tai Chi, studying Chinese language and culture, and attending Sunday Mass at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, where she lived her faith through kindness and compassion.
Pam was preceded in death by her husband, Ken Burrett; parents, Joe Clarke and Frances Pemberton; and her beloved aunt and uncle, Margaret “Brucie” and Robert “Bobby” Pemberton Jr. She is survived by her daughters Nicki McCain and Rebecca Burrett; sons-in-law Dan McCain and Scott DeGraw; sister Pat (Mike) Adelman; and granddaughters Caroline and Evelyn McCain.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff of Linden House and Sisters Who Care for their devoted and compassionate care, which allowed Pam to live her final years with dignity and laughter.
Pam believed that seeing the world was one of the best ways to learn and appreciate different cultures — a belief she passed on to her daughters, who continue to travel with the same curiosity and openness she inspired. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Literacy Volunteers of Charlottesville/Albemarle, The Mount Lebanon Nature Conservancy, or the International Rescue Committee.
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Grave plots (4) Lafayette Memorial Park Garden of St. John $550 each or $2,000 all 4 724-632-5904
MT. LEBANON CEMETERY Companion crypt, lower level by Peaceful Fountain, location 13B, Level 4. New is $25,000. Selling for $18,500. Call Rose, 973-610-7726 or email: roseikelly@gmail.com
QUEEN OF HEAVEN CEMETERY CRYPTS for 2. Original papers on file. $14,000. 724-263-0176
Miscellaneous AM/FM CD PLAYER Brand new Magnavox midel MD6924 $15 724-299-3557
Anderson Storm Door brand new, wrong size 36” x 80” New $300 sell for $150 724-998-2131
Blood Pressure Monitor, LCD Display, Adjustable Wrist Cuff Brand New Never Used $20 724-809-5746
Brand New Sewing Machine Baby Lok model BL80B still in box Original $550 sell for $250 724-299-3557
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AUDI
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BUICK
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SOLOMON BUICK
2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA 724-966-2600 solomonautogroup.com
CHEVROLET
BORTZ CHEVROLET 249 Roy E. Furman Hwy. Waynesburg, PA 15370 724-627-6171 www.bortzchevy.com
COLUSSY CHEVROLET 3073 Washington Pk. Bridgeville, PA 15017 412-564-9829 www.colussy.com
SOLOMON CHEVROLET 1777 McClellandtown Rd, McClellandtown, PA 724-602-4678 www.solmonchevy.com
SUN CHEVROLET Route 19, McMurray, PA 724-941-5160 www.sunchevy.com
WASHINGTON CHEVROLET
Intersection of Rt. 19, I-79 & I-70, Exit 19A Washington, PA 724-222-2800 www.washingtonchevy.com
CHRYSLER
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SOLOMON CHRYSLER 2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA 724-966-2600 www.solomonauto.com
SOUTH HILLS CHRYSLER 3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317 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
2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA 724-966-2600 www.solomonauto.com
SOLOMON DODGE Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA
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SOUTH HILLS DODGE 3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317 724-941-4300 www.southhillsauto.com
FIAT
SOUTH HILLS FIAT 3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317 724-941-4300 www.southhillsauto.com
FORD
FOX FORD
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STAR LAKE FORD 1212 S. in front of Main St 724-947-3381 www.starlakeford.com
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GMC
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HARLEY DAVIDSON
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HYUNDAI
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JEEP
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MERCEDES-BENZ
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RAM
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SUBARU
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TOYOTA
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VOLKSWAGEN
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Pre-owned dealers
OLIVERIO AUTO 1110 Laurel Hill Road McDonald, PA 15057 724-926-2155 www.oliverioauto.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
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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
