The Almanac - Oct. 11, 2026

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LOOK OUT, LEAF-PEEPERS

Vivid year for fall colors on the horizon By Garrett Neese

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Even as the 70-degree days hold on into October, the little signs of fall are popping up. The Pirates have given way to the Penguins, and people might want to check the forecast before heading out without a jacket. And each day, the endless stretches of green that people see on drives and hikes are becoming interrupted by splashes of red, orange and yellow. While few will miss a summer of hot weather interspersed with storms, people looking ahead to the fall forecast for Southwestern Pennsylvania say the next month could be even more picturesque than usual. The best fall foliage comes from summers with near-normal temperatures that are also on the wetter side, said Colton Milcarek, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh. Temperatures were above average, but steered clear of exceptional heat waves that might lead to muted landscapes for leaf-peepers down the road, Milcarek said. “While we did stay above average for most of the summer, we didn’t have exceptional heat waves,” he said. “So combined with the above average precipitation that we saw, we might see maybe a slight enhancement.” What might clinch vivid colors is the early fall the region is experiencing now and expected to have for much of the next month: warm, sunny days paired with cool, crisp nights with no early hard freezes. “I’d say overall, the region’s probably favored for more vibrant colors than average, and

certainly more vibrant than the last couple of years,” he said. The most eye-popping colors could come in the areas that saw the most rainfall this summer, Milcarek said — in Southwestern Pennsylvania, Washington and Westmoreland counties. The abundant rain across the region will be reflected in a couple of ways, depending on the species, said Dave Planinsek, a Department of Conservation and Natural Resources forester for the Forbes State Forest district across Fayette, Somerset and Westmoreland counties. Some species, like black cherry, are more susceptible to leaf spot disease, a fungal disease that causes its leaves to brown and drop early. For oak, the extra rainfall translates to a healthy deep green, which will turn into rich yellows and browns in late October, Planinsek said. “They’ve had a really productive growing season just because of all the rain, and they’re less susceptible to get those wheat diseases,” he said. “So that should translate into the good fall color.” The diverse forests in Southwestern Pennsylvania extend that fall color season, boasting a variety of tree species with their own timetables for the most impressive displays, Planinsek said. “We have trees that are starting to turn right now, like our maples, some of the birch,” he said. “Later on, it’ll transition to more of the oak foliage that we’ll see later in October.” The rolling terrain of southwest Pennsylvania adds its own variety. Leaves are beginning to turn in the Laurel Highlands, which should start peaking in

color around the middle of October, Planinsek said. “Those highest elevations we’re talking about — Chestnut Ridge, Laurel Ridge, and then Mount Davis in southern Somerset County — those will be our first areas to see good color,” Planinsek said. “So I always encourage people to get out and see those areas.” The DCNR’s first weekly fall foliage report of the season, released Friday, lists Fayette, Greene and Washington counties as just starting to turn. For most parts of the region, the annual show should peak around the third or fourth week in October, though the warmer-than-average temperatures could delay it slightly, Milcarek said. COURTESY OF GO LAUREL HIGHLANDS “We’re still probably foreMingo Creek County Park is known for its covered bridges, which look stunning set against casting fairly close to that end of October time range for peak fall foliage, as seen in this 2022 photo. color, maybe trickling into early November for some of the river valleys and hotter areas,” he said. How long can that peak last? It depends on how long the area can avoid a hard freeze. Frosty temperatures will shut down the color production, and cause leaves to start falling off, Milcarek said. An exceptionally windy day in late fall can also turn trees from dazzling to barren overnight. Navigating those two hazards — and keeping the warm days and cool nights — will maximize the window for people trying to hit all their favorite fall-gazing spots. PHOTO BY KATHERINE MANSFIELD “We’re too far out to outlook that,” Milcarek said. “It’d be A 2022 photo shows fall colors coming in along the Youghiogheny River at Ohiopyle State more of a real-time weather Park. Higher-altitude areas in the Laurel Highlands should reach their peak in fall colors tracking as we get toward the around mid-October, with lower areas in Washington and Greene providing the best views near the end of the month. end of this month.”

Former teammates of slain PennWest Superior Court denies bond for teen accused student honoring her with fundraiser in Peters Township ‘sextortion’ case By Karen Mansfield kmansfield@observer-reporter.com

The former teammates of 18-year-old Karoline Heintz, a Peters Township graduate and member of the high school’s field hockey team, are organizing a fundraiser during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in memory of the student-athlete, who was killed in August. Heintz was found stabbed to death in the back of her SUV near the California Area Public Library on Aug. 20. Her boyfriend, Royce Moser, 18, and his mother, Rachel Moser, have been charged in connection with her death. The field hockey team aims to raise $10,000 in October for the One Love Foundation, a national nonprofit that educates young people about the signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships and provides tools to help prevent relationship abuse. The organization also raises awareness about relationship abuse

Karoline Heintz

among young people. The month-long campaign kicked off at the team’s Relationship Abuse Awareness Game on Oct. 5 at Confluence Financial Partners Stadium at Peters Township Middle School. At the game, the team launched “For Karoline, I Choose…,” where students and community members are invited to share their commitment to healthy relationships, such as choosing respect, speaking up, setting boundaries or supporting a friend. In addition, throughout October, the team will hold

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the Karoline25 fundraiser, which includes a “25 for 25” challenge encouraging $25 donations in honor of Karoline, who wore No. 25. For her former teammates, the goal is to honor Karoline while helping other young people have conversations about healthy relationships that can be difficult to start. Karoline was preparing to start her freshman year at PennWest California. In a statement, her field hockey teammates said, “To know Karoline, is to love her. She was kind-hearted, sweet, hardworking, and beautiful inside and out. She was the kind of friend and teammate you could always count on and someone who was always there for you, always in your corner, and always ready to cheer you on.” To donate to Karoline25, visit https://give.joinonelove.org/team854373

By Mike Jones mjones@observer-reporter.com

A state appellate court has upheld a lower court’s decision denying bond to a Peters Township teen accused in the “sextortion and catfishing” scheme of fellow high school students, saying there are no safeguards available to keep him from being a danger to the community. The state Superior Court ruled Tuesday that 19-yearold Zachariah Abraham Meyers should remain at the Washington County jail while he awaits trial on numerous felony counts, including charges of trafficking, unlawful contact with a minor and child sexual exploitation. Peters Township police arrested Meyers on Feb. 20 when District Judge Phillippe Melograne denied him bond during his arraignment, and then again during his preliminary hearing a week later when he waived his case to court. During hearings in

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March and June, attorneys for Meyers asked Washington County Court of Common Pleas Judge Traci McDonald to grant their client bond, but she determined there were no conditions available to ensure that he could not access the internet or flee. “The trial court concluded that the defense had proposed a return home with counseling and internet prohibitions, but had offered no workable means of execution,” the state Superior Court wrote in its order. “In the trial court’s view, no set of conditions could reasonably assure the safety of any person and the community.” The appellate court stated that McDonald “determined that Meyers presents a danger not only to the twenty-one victims, but also to numerous other members of the community” that cannot be alleviated by the bail conditions. Peters Township police accused Meyers of blackmail-

ing nearly two-dozen male students, including some he allegedly coerced into sexual encounters with men. Meyers, who was the Peters Township High School senior class president before his arrest, is accused of creating false profiles on social media platforms TikTok and Snapchat to “catfish” victims as he pretended to be someone else. Police said Meyers convinced the victims to send sexually explicit images and videos to him by pretending to be an attractive young female, and he allegedly pressured one of them to send more materials by threatening to expose the victim. He also is accused of pressuring one of the teens to send videos while involved in sexual encounters with two different adult men. The correspondence happened between the summers of 2024 and 2025 as he communicated with at least 21 alleged victims ranging in age SEE BOND PAGE A2

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OCTOBER 11, 2026

Gone but not forgotten USC students perform with PSO Six Upper St. Clair High School Pet ministry remembrance students were selected for the 45-member Hamlisch-Page Stuset at U.P. Church dent Choir, which performed

When a beloved pet passes, a lasting hole can form in an owner’s heart. So to help those dealing with the loss of their cherished companions, The Creatures of The Creator (COTC) Pet Ministry of Unity Presbyterian Church will conduct a remembrance service. The free community event will be held at 11 a.m. Nov. 7 at Unity Presbyterian Church, 1146 Greentree Road. Anyone who has lost a beloved pet — whether recently or years ago — can attend. Led by Pastor Karen Claassen, the approximately one-hour service will include prayer, music, poetry and Scripture readings. A candlelighting ceremony and special video tribute featuring photographs of beloved pets will provide a moving opportunity for families to publicly remember the animals who remain an important part of their lives.

A complimentary light lunch and reception will follow the service from noon until 1:30 p.m. Registered guests will also receive a commemorative keepsake in memory of their pet. Email the owner’s name, the pet’s name and a photograph to ckozlowski@unitypresbyterianchurch.org by Nov. 1 to have a pet included in the video tribute. Walk-ins are welcome. Although the registration deadline is required for inclusion in the video tribute, walk-ins are welcome to attend the event. COTC is a community-focused pet ministry of Unity Presbyterian Church dedicated to recognizing the sacred nature of all God’s creatures and their caregivers and advocating for the care and well-being of animals.

alongside the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra (PSO) recently at Heinz Hall in Pittsburgh’s Cultural District. Representing Upper St. Clair High School were senior Jackson Galbraith; juniors Lily Manalo, Brooke Marsh, Megan Michalewsky and Lily Seal; and sophomore Ethan Beck. The Hamlisch-Page Student Choir brings together talented Ethan Beck student musicians from 10 local high schools and universities. The choir is led by retired Upper St. Clair music teachers Christine Hestwood and Lorraine Milovac. For Hestwood, the experience has provided a special connection to former students. “It’s been fun for me because three of the choir members were students of mine at Baker Elementary,” she said. The students joined the PSO for “Everything I Know: The Music of Lin-Manuel Miranda,” a concert celebrating the music of the award-winning composer and performer. The program featured songs from In the Heights, Ham- Brooke Marsh ilton, Encanto, Vivo and others.

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Legislation would allow nonprofits to accept electronic payments for raffle tickets By Brad Hundt bhundt@observer-reporter.com

Selling raffle tickets to win things like air fryers, gift cards or tickets to sporting events are a handy way for nonprofit organizations to boost their budgets and keep the public interested in what they do. But in Pennsylvania, some nonprofit leaders say they are being hamstrung by rules that are rooted in a different time and tailored for different consumer habits. As it stands, nonprofits can only accept checks or cash for raffle tickets, even as fewer and fewer people carry cash, and the use of personal checks has precipitously declined. Forms of electronic payment like PayPal, Venmo or credit cards cannot be used. But legislation that has been approved by the state Senate and is working its way through the state House could change that. The measure, introduced by Sen. Devlin Robinson, a Bridgeville Republican, would allow eligible nonprofit groups to accept electronic payments for raffle tickets. It was passed unanimously by the state Senate in July 2025,

and an amended version was approved by the House Gaming Oversight Committee last week. Once that version is approved by the House, it would go back to the Senate for another vote, then be signed by the governor. “Pennsylvania nonprofits and volunteer organizations work hard to support and serve their communities, and our laws should reflect the way people make purchases today,” Robinson said in a press conference at the state Capitol in Harrisburg. He said the measure “is a commonsense update that gives these organizations fundraising options without changing the safeguards already in place. … It is time to bring Pennsylvania’s fundraising laws into the modern era.” Robinson was joined at the press conference by an assortment of nonprofit officials. Daniel Wauthier, chief of the volunteer fire department in the South Hills community of Presto, explained that the current law “is outdated and inconvenient for people who wish to support our fundraisers.” Diane Unkovic, the governance chair on the Pittsburgh Symphony Association’s

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State Sen. Devlin Robinson, a Bridgeville Republican, has introduced legislation that would allow nonprofit organizations to accept electronic payments for raffle tickets. He discussed it at a press conference at the state Capitol in Harrisburg.

board, said her organization has long used a sweepstakes raffle to raise funds, and “the inability to use online payment services to purchase chances is stifling our ability to raise funds and attract younger participants.” Their sentiments were

echoed by Luke Szymanski, operations manager for Fayette Friends of Animals in Uniontown, who said changing the law “would be great. It would lower the barriers of entry.” The possible change in the law has been discussed

among local nonprofit officials and bar association executives, according to Kathy Sabol, executive director of the Washington County Bar Association. “Yes, it would greatly help every single charity in the state if donors can pay for raf-

fles using credit cards, debit cards and other e-payments for raffle tickets,” said Sabol, who manages the county bar association’s charitable organization. “Hardly anyone carries cash, and even fewer carry checks. Money orders? Never.”

court’s determination that Meyers’ release on bail would present significant community safety concerns as well as a flight risk, we decline to disturb it.” Attorneys representing Meyer did not respond to a phone call seeking comment Thursday. Meyers is scheduled back in court at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 23 to appear before McDonald for a pre-trial conference. He is

facing 67 felony charges that include multiple counts each of unlawful contact with a minor, trafficking minors, corruption of minors and multiple counts of images depicting child sex acts, child sex abuse material, sexual exploitation of minors, sexual communication with a minor, sexual extortion, disseminating photos of children, criminal use of a communications facility and intercepting communications.

Pink for a purpose October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Canonsburg Volunteer Fire Department has wrapped a fire vehicle in pink, in support of those who have battled or are battling the disease. The fire department partnered with Range Resources to bring awareness about breast cancer - the most common cancer diagnosed among women in the U.S. - and the importance of early detection. About 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, and each year, about 32% of all newly diagnosed cancers in women are breast

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cancer. Breast cancer affects millions globally, and it’s estimated that in the United States there will be over 320,000 people diagnosed this year. “There are so many in our fire department whose loved ones have gone through this, and breast cancer sits at the top of awareness of these things, so we thought it was an important thing to do to bring awareness to it,” said fire chief Tim Solobay. “We want to make sure to raise awareness.” technology and apps to conceal his identity during the alleged sextortion and catfishing scheme, which would make it impossible to ensure he did not access the internet again. “This Office requested denial of bail because the charges are not only significant, but the nature, method and planning of the offenses pose a substantial risk to public safety,” Walsh said in a written statement. “This

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Canonsburg Volunteer Fire Department is recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Office will protect the public, and I am pleased that the Trial Court and Superior Court agreed.” In addition to potentially accessing the internet without monitoring, the state Superior Court also agreed with McDonald that Meyers could be a flight risk due to his family’s substantial wealth and available vehicles, while also living in the same township as the alleged victims in the case.

“In particular, the trial court explained that, if permitted to return home on bail, Meyers would be in proximity to victims and children in the community, and he would have access to significant financial resources – including a truck, prepaid credit card, $3,000 in cash, and a family with substantial wealth,” the state Superior Court wrote in its decision. “As the record amply supports the trial

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GREYSON RIDES AGAIN

Celebrity greyhound returns with finale calendar By Jill Thurston

A round of “a-paws” goes to Jason Dunkle of Washington and his 11-year-old Italian Greyhound, Greyson, for the 2027 Old West calendar featuring the local celebrity pooch as Mad Dog Greyson, the treat-smuggling bandit. Photographed at Wild Gals Old Time Photo in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., the clever costumes Dunkle had custom-made showcase Greyson as a southern gentleman, a cowboy, a pilgrim and a gangster, among other characters, while Dunkle plays the role of Sheriff Jason “Quick Draw” McGraw in the year-long story line. The 12-by-12-inch wall calendar includes historical facts related to the theme of the month as well as interesting facts about Greyson’s life. Each calendar ordered will include Greyson’s personal “paw-a-graph.” Greyson, who is known for his elaborate costumes and character impersonations including the Grinch, “Mutt Meyers” and Elvis, has garnered a local following over the years, winning the Woofstock costume contest in 2023 and 2025, and appearing on the covers of Pet Connections Magazine and VetPet’s 2025 calendar. He’s a frequent furry visitor at the Washington County Italian Festival, and he’s been on “tour” as Elvis at numerous area nursing homes. “Whether he’s competing in a costume contest, attending a community event, visiting a nursing home or simply walking through town, Greyson has a way of making people smile, and quite often, someone already knows his name,” said Dunkle. This is the sixth and final calendar for Greyson, who will turn 12 in October. His goal was to create a keepsake, something that went beyond

Cover photo for Greyson the Italian Greyhound’s 2027 Old West calendar.

just a calendar that people could enjoy. Dunkle’s first Italian Greyhound, Roxy, started the journey of costumes, calendars and adventures in 2009. A heartfelt tribute to Roxy, who passed away in 2021, is included at the end of the calendar. Roxy had her own calendar created by Dunkle in 2015 and then the two pups posed together for calendars in 2017, 2018 and 2019. Dunkle has donated prize money and a portion of calendar proceeds to animal rescue causes. Proceeds, after shipping and printing costs for the 2027 calendar, will be donated to the Italian Greyhound Rescue Foundation. Proceeds from Roxy’s first calendar more than a decade ago were donated to the same rescue. “It feels like the perfect way to bring this journey full circle,” said Dunkle. In June, Dunkle returned to Pigeon Forge, the location of the 2019 calendar. His plan was to just take

some pictures of Greyson again with the Old West theme. “I had no intention of creating another calendar,” Dunkle said, but after seeing the photographs and thinking about how special the experience had been, “I decided there was one more story to tell,” he said. In the storyline, Greyson is wanted for a long list of offenses that include escaping from “Barkatraz” and smuggling dog treats across state lines. “I don’t want to reveal how the story ends, but readers should know there is an ending, and then there is another ending they won’t see coming,” Dunkle said. Most of Greyson’s costumes for the calendar were custom-made by Little Milo’s Closet in Towanda, Ill. In fact, Dunkle has a storage unit full of dog costumes. His girlfriend Mona, who has been mom to both Roxy and Greyson, has told Dunkle he needs to stop buying outfits for the dog, Dunkle admits.

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“It’s so much fun for me. It’s like I’m reliving my childhood or something, getting to dress up in costumes,” Dunkle said. The calendar is saddle-stitched and professionally printed. Dunkle worked with a designer in Florida who spent 28 hours on the calendar and donated a portion of her fee to Dunkle’s chosen charity, Dunkle said. Indeed, Greyson is an exceptional model, and even seems to know when to pose.

Dunkle trained Greyson himself, and there is definitely a bond between man and dog. “He’s such an awesome model,” Dunkle said. “I’m telling you, people just stare at him in awe. They can’t believe how good this dog poses.” For a further look at their adventures, the two have an Instagram and TikTok page for fans, @JasonandGreyson, or follow them on Roxy’s Facebook page: Foxy Roxy the Italian Greyhound.

To find out if Mad Dog Greyson slips through the sheriff’s hands or is caught “red-pawed,” the calendar can be ordered for $40, which includes shipping and a donation to the Italian Greyhound Rescue. Checks can be made payable to Jason Dunkle, P.O. Box 443, Washington, PA, 15301; Venmo: jasonmdunkle@gmail.com or PayPal: jasondunkle81@gmail.com. Please include your name and address for shipping.

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Mahi Thacker of Upper St. Clair recently took the stage as one of five speakers at the inaugural TEDx University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown event, sharing a message about confidence, leadership and the importance of taking action before you feel ready. Held at the Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center in Johnstown, the event centered on the theme “Not Born a Leader: How Ordinary People Become Change-Makers.” Thacker’s talk, “Write It Yourself,” challenged the idea that confidence must come before someone steps forward to lead, speak up or pursue an opportunity. “This talk is basically the case for doing something before you feel ready for it, because that’s actually how the confidence gets built, not the other way around,” Thacker said. “It’s about the version of yourself you don’t feel like yet, and trying anyway, whether that’s speaking up, leading, or just writing your own version of the story instead of waiting for someone else to hand you permission.” A junior, Thacker was selected from more than 60 applicants from around the world to join the five-speaker lineup.

“The TEDx Pitt Johnstown speakers were chosen as stewards of ideas worth spreading,” PPAC Director Janie Grela said. “We received more than 60 applications from around the world and selected five speakers to share their ideas on our stage.” For Thacker, the message she shared reflects lessons she has learned through her own experiences. “For a long time, I thought confidence was supposed to come first, that you needed to feel ready or sure of yourself before you could actually lead or speak up,” she said. “What changed my mind was realizing it almost never works that way. Every time I’ve spoken somewhere new or tried something I wasn’t fully prepared for, the confidence showed up after, not before, if it showed up at all.” Thacker hopes that perspective will resonate with young people – particularly young women – who may hesitate to pursue opportunities because they do not yet see themselves as confident leaders. “I think a lot of people, especially young women, get stuck waiting for that certainty to arrive first, and end up writing

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themselves out of their own story because they don’t feel like the version of themselves who’s allowed to lead yet,” she said. The process of developing the talk also gave Thacker an opportunity to incorporate Indian mythology, an interest that has personal significance. “Writing and practicing this speech was also just genuinely fun for me. It runs on a thread of Indian mythology, which is something I’ve always been drawn to,” she said. “Getting to build an argument about confidence around stories I grew up with made the whole process feel personal in a way I didn’t expect.” Thacker’s interest in communication and leadership extends beyond the TEDx stage. An active member of the USCHS Speech & Debate team, she competes in Congressional Debate at the state and national levels. She also serves as captain and lead programmer of the USC Robotics FIRST Tech Challenge team ROGO Rose, which qualified for state competition. She previously has presented on gender disparity in technology at industry conferences and conducted independent research on protein sequence clustering. Following her 2028 graduation from Upper St. Clair High School, Mahi plans to pursue a pre-med and biomedical engineering path. While her TEDx experience gave her a new platform, Thacker said the opportunity ultimately reinforced the message at the heart of her talk: Sometimes, the first step is simply deciding to begin. “I applied because I wanted to talk directly to people who feel unsure of themselves, especially young people who think they need to feel confident before they try something,” she said. “I know what it’s like to sit on an idea because you’re waiting to feel ready first, and I wanted to say clearly that’s not how it works. You act first, and the confidence catches up after, if it shows up at all.”

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South Fayette students learn science through cooking What happens when a science class is disguised as a cooking class? At South Fayette High School, it means 45 students quickly signed up for an innovative new course that satisfies their graduation requirements and fills their stomachs. South Fayette Township School District’s new Science of Food course is giving juniors and seniors a handson way to explore chemistry, biology, physics, and nutrition through something they already know and love: food. Students earn a required science credit while investigating the science behind everyday cooking, and actually eating the results. “I don’t think of it as a science class at all,” said senior Dylan Marx. “It’s more of an enjoyable class.” Kayla Leyh described it another way. “It’s mainly food with a side of science,” said the junior. Their teachers might put the emphasis in a different place. “Over the last three or four days, we’ve been learning about R-groups, intermolecular forces, denaturation and coagulation. There’s a lot of science that went into this lab,” said Bryan Seybert while his class was busy cooking eggs. A chemistry teacher, Seybert is one of the course’s developers, That science comes to life in a dedicated food science laboratory where students conduct experiments involving temperature, pH, enzymes, and molecular interactions. They investigate questions such as why bread rises, how proteins change when heated, what makes foods brown, and how in-

gredients create different textures and flavors. “What excites me most about Science of Food is that it makes science tangible,” said Joe Winans. An honors chemistry teacher, Winans co-created the course with Seybert. “Students can actually see proteins denature, yeast ferment, starches thicken, and browning reactions occur right before their eyes.” The idea for the course began with a conversation between Superintendent Dr. Michelle Miller and the two chemistry teachers, who are self-described “foodies.” The concept grew through South Fayette’s participation in the League of Innovative Schools and a grant-funded collaboration with Desert Sands Unified School District in California. Educators from both districts spent the past year developing a curriculum that connects science standards with culinary applications and real-world problem solving. “We created the Science of Food so that students who may not desire traditional science coursework can still learn about science in a meaningful way that will extend their learning and have a continued impact on their lives,” Miller said. For students, the benefits extend beyond the classroom. Taylor Cernicky enrolled because she wanted to learn how to cook before graduating. After making tacos in class, the senior went home and made them for her family. More than half of the stu-

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dents enrolled in the course also plan to pursue ServSafe certification, gaining knowledge about food safety, allergens, cross-contamination and proper food preparation. Certification can benefit them in part-time jobs they hold as students as well as future career opportunities. District administrators, teachers, and maintenance

staff worked together this past summer to transform an existing high school space into the food science laboratory where students can safely conduct cooking-based scientific investigations. And for Seybert, the connection between cooking and science is exactly the point. “When you experiment

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South Fayette Township School District is taking innovation in a different direction. Instead of introducing new technology or expanding on traditional academic standards, the district has launched a program to help elementary students understand their emotions, work through challenges, and build stronger relationships – skills that will no doubt benefit them throughout their education and future careers. That is the goal of a new program that kicked off this school year at South Fayette Elementary School called H.E.A.R.T. The program, which stands for health, emotions, awareness, relationships and technology safety, is giving kindergarten through second-grade students dedicated class time to learn and practice skills that support their well-being, relationships, and ability to learn. Part of the elementary special rotation, H.E.A.R.T.

is led by Jonathan Barsotti, a former South Fayette first- and second-grade teacher. Rather than simply talking about social-emotional skills, Barsotti gives students opportunities to see, practice, and experience them. In one recent lesson, second-graders explored how their heart rate and breathing change during physical activity and how similar physical responses can happen when they experience strong emotions such as frustration or anger. Students then practiced strategies, including slow breathing, to help their bodies return to a calmer state. Another lesson used a glitter jar to help students visualize what happens when thoughts and emotions feel “shaken up” and how slowing down can help things settle. “It is about taking an abstract concept and making it something students can see, feel, and experience,”

Barsotti said. “We are intentionally using different examples and approaches because children learn in different ways.” Each month, H.E.A.R.T. introduces students to a new “tool” they can use throughout their lives. Topics include Listen and Notice, Be Flexible, Name Your Feelings, Solve and Reflect, Keep Going, StopThink-Choose, Stick Together, Work Together, and See It From Their Side. SUBMITTED PHOTOS Students earn physical Jonathan Barsotti helped develop the new program called H.E.A.R.T. used at South Fayette. representations of the tools they learn and build a collection throughout the school year, reinforcing the idea that these are skills they can continue to use as they grow “Students are most ready to learn when they feel safe, connected, and able to manage the challenges they encounter throughout the day,” said Superintendent Dr. Michelle Miller. “H.E.A.R.T. reflects our commitment to educating the whole child by giving our youngest learners practical tools to understand themselves, build positive relationships, make healthy Students view a presentation of the H.E.A.R.T. program. choices, and navigate an increasingly digital world.” The program also extends beyond the H.E.A.R.T. classroom. A monthly H.E.A.R.T. Beat newsletter will give families and teachers ideas for reinforcing each month’s focus at home and in the classroom. H.E.A.R.T. complements existing South Fayette initiatives, including the district’s PBIS framework and the South Fayette Way, which emphasizes being safe, kind and The toolbox that students will utilize that will support their well-being, relationships and ability to learn. responsible.

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Hearing loss no handicap for Glyptis By Eleanor Bailey ebailey@thealmanac.net

All golfers have a handicap – a numerical measure of their playing ability that allows different skill levels to compete fairly against each other, but Betty Glyptis’ physical handicap affords her an edge. While she passed her newborn hearing screening, she found out when she was 3 that there was significant impairment. As a result, Glyptis wears hearing aids in both ears, even when she golfs. “This world is definitely set up for people who can hear, but I think it’s made me a better problem-solver. I really have to just figure out how to work with the world and decode what I’m hearing because I miss a lot that I have to fill in based on context.” Glyptis says that she can read lips but admits “I’m not fluent.” She has attended regular classes her entire career but has “accommodations” in school. On the golf course, however, there are none. Glyptis is on her own and she’s quite accomplished. In fact, the Peters Township High School junior recently finished as runner-up in the WPIAL for the second year in a row. During the Class 3A championship round played Oct. 5 at Valley Brook Country Club, Glyptis led the field before being overtaken by Olivia Degori of Moon. After entering the final round trailing by four strokes at 10-over, Degori put together a masterful round. In shooting a 1-over 73, she eagled No. 16, birdied No. 17 and then made par on No. 18. Degori finished with a two-day total of 8373–156 Meanwhile, Glyptis had trailed only Canon-McMillan’s sophomore Jordyn Larkin after a first-round score of 80 at Hillcrest Country Club in Burrell. She held a comfortable

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Betty Glyptis tees off on No. 17 during the WPIAL Class 3A individual golf championships.

lead in the second round but faltered with bogeys on 15, 16, and 17 before a double-bogey on 18. She took the lead into the clubhouse after shooting a 5-over 78 to finish at 12-over for the tournament. That was, however, before Degori came back. Glyptis ended up two strokes behind Degori, finishing with a two-day total of 8078–158. “Liv played incredible, so I’m happy she won,” Glyptis said. “We played together last week and it was fun, but I’m definitely regretting doub-bogeying the last hole.” With what she believed was a big lead, Glyptis took chances down the stretch that did not pay dividends. “I thought I had more room, so I decided to do some things that maybe weren’t smart,” Glyptis said. “My coaches told me on 17 that I had a big lead, so I thought I could be more aggressive. I really wanted to go after it and see what would happen if I was aggressive and play the shots that I’d only do in practice.” Playing it safe is not Glyptis’

style. “Personally I am more of a safe player, but Betty has the confidence to go for it, and I tell her, if you feel like you can do it, then go for it,” said Peters Township coach Synclaire (Kuhn) Stroyne. “Betty played a really good game. I know it didn’t end up the way that she wanted it,” continued Stroyne. “Obviously, we’re always going for the win, but she played great at Hillcrest and at Valley Brook. Hopefully, she’ll just continue that and maybe we’ll get that state title. Because if anybody can do it, she can.” With her runner-up showing in the district, Glyptis was one of seven Class 3A finishers to advance to the PIAA Girls’ Golf Individual Championships, scheduled for Oct. 19 at Penn State Golf Course. Glyptis’ teammate, Annie Higgins, a freshman, was the area’s only other state qualifier, having finished seventh. Last year, Glyptis finished 14th overall in the PIAA individual tournament. She was a member of Peters Township’s state championship club as a

freshman and PIAA runner-up team last fall as a sophomore. “It was kind of tough to go through (the WPIAL), especially two years in a row, with the same kind of thing,” Glyptis said. “Last year, I was happy with my result, but this year, I just wish I played a little bit better. I think I had a lot of really good opportunities but I just couldn’t capitalize. I really struggled out there and it was disappointing. It was still heartbreaking, especially to double the last hole. “There are parts of my game that are getting a lot better, just as a general trend,” Glyptis continued. “So, I’m excited for states. I really like the Penn State white course, so I think I’m gonna have a lot of fun out there.” Glyptis enjoys being out on the golf course because she has learned to live with her limitations and strengthen other aspects of her game because of her other senses. She said she developed a lot of her skills and strategies to compensate for her hearing loss long before she became good at the game. She said that her hearing

aids for the most part block out some noises, except the sound of the wind. “I’m never going to hear anyone walking behind me just with how these are set up but I have much more awareness in my body, just knowing where I am in my space,” she said. “I have to know where I am all the time and I guess that’s the only way I can really think of it. But I have fun with it. It makes it more interesting.” Glyptis depends heavily upon feel, especially when she swings. “I cannot rely on how that strike sounded. That’s just not going to work for me,” she said. “I really have to be aware of where I am in my space. That kind of makes me better in some ways, but it would still be nice to have some extra feedback from the sound of the shot.” Stroyne agrees with Glyptis’ assessment. For Glyptis, she said, it’s more about feel than hearing. “On the range this morning, she was saying, ‘Oh, I hit this one off the toe,’ and I said, ‘Yeah, I heard it.’ Betty re-

sponded, ‘Well, I didn’t hear it, but I felt it.’ “It’s amazing how she’s more in tune with her body than a player that maybe can hear perfectly. So I think that kind of works to her advantage at some points because so much of golf is feeling your own body do things, and she’s very in tune with her own body.” Naturally that awareness enables Glyptis to be confident, assertive and positive. “Betty has the best attitude,” Stroyne said. “She never gets down about her hearing. She doesn’t let it hinder her in any way, which is really impressive, because you could act in a totally different way if you were dealt that card. But she takes it and deals with it, and you wouldn’t even know. “Betty is also confident,” Stroyne continued. “She always believes in herself. I’m never worried in that regard. That’s something I admire about her, because you can’t really teach that to people. When you believe in yourself and trust your game, then good things come from doing that.”

PETERS TOWNSHIP UPPER ST. CLAIR TRAVELS TO TRINITY VS. WEST ALLEGHENY ONLY GAME IN TOWN

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When Upper St. Clair travels to Trinity on October 16 for an Allegheny Six Conference football showdown, the Panthers will follow the recipe that has produced a six-game winning streak. “Stop the run on defense, limit big plays, run the ball and find explosives on offense. That formula has served us well all season,” said USC skipper Mike Junko. Before their battle with Bethel Park on Oct. 9, the Panthers had outscored the opposition, 201-38, and boasted one of the top defenses in the WPIAL, allowing just 6.33 points per game. They had two shutouts, including a 44-0 blanking of Peters Township, which won two WPIAL titles in the past three seasons. In that win against the Indians, USC rolled up 414 yards of offense, including 302 through the air. Josh Snyder led the offensive attack. He completed 12 of 15 passes for 252 yards while Matthew Caesar was 4 of 6 for 50 yards in a relief role. Snyder tossed an 8-yard scoring strike to Beckett Mayfield and rushed for another touchdown. His top targets were Anthony Rozzo, Evan Smirniw, Luca Coury, Luke Holtschlag, Carter Chojnicki, Jackson Twearday and Wyatt Serdy. “Josh took another step forward. He has been improving his play every week,” Junko said of his first-year signal

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John Banbury follows his blocker and picks up yardage during Upper St. Clair’s 44-0 win against Peters Township. Banbury scored two touchdowns in the win.

caller. “I think (Peters Township) played aggressively in the secondary and Josh did a great job of making them pay for that approach. He made good decisions and really did a great job of spreading the ball

around.” Coury and John Banbury dominated the rushing attack, picking up 88 of the team’s 119 total. Each rushed for two touchdowns. SEE USC PAGE B2

Confluence Financial Partners Stadium in McMurray is the place to be at 7 p.m. Oct. 16 because Peters Township is hosting West Allegheny in Allegheny Six Conference football action. It is the only game in town as all the other South Hills Almanac squads will be playing on the road, in fact far from home at places like Uniontown, Laurel Highlands and Hempfield. It is Peters Township’s second straight home contest after dropping a 44-0 decision to Upper St. Clair. The Indians hosted Trinity on Oct. 9. In the loss to the Panthers, the Indians could only muster 38 yards rushing, 33 by Jaden Blair, and two pass completions, one each by Luke Wagner and Talen Stauffer. Defensively, Nick Maiello and Jackson Namy had busy nights, registering seven and five tackles as the Indians turned the ball over three times on fumbles. The PT-WA battle pits two of the WPIAL’s winningest coaches. Bob Palko owns nine district titles, eight coming at West-A, and two state championships. TJ Plack has guided the Indians to two WPIAL crowns since 2023. He owns multiple conference banners to go along with two PIAA semifinal appearances. Bethel Park, which recently dropped a 33-13 decision

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FROM PAGE B1 Coury also contributed on a defense that forced three fumbles, recovered by Ryan Robbins, Andrew Gaither and Anthony Bunn, and recorded three sacks by Robbins, Sam Bunn and Parker Webb. “Luca continues to be a force on both sides of the ball,” Junko said. “He is a determined runner with great field vision. He made some huge plays catching the ball for us as well. He has really lived up to the high expectations we had for him entering the season.” A sophomore, Holzschlag has been a pleasant surprise for the Panthers. “He is starting to make his presence felt on Friday nights,” Junko said. “He is a guy that has all the measurables. Great size and speed. The game is starting to slow down for him and he is putting himself in better positions to make

plays.” Big plays have been Trinity’s M.O. as they have started 3-3 overall after moving up from Class 4A to 5A. “They have shown the ability to make big plays,” Junko said. “They are one of the faster teams we will face. We have to contain their playmakers and limit their success on the ground.” According to Junko, the Hillers are also a team on the rise. “Trinity is a program that has really made great strides the last few years. They play everybody tough,” he said. “They have won some big games this year and they have a great running attack. Their quarterback is an athletic kid with a live arm. “We have to play at Trinity and they do a great job of playing their best football at home,” Junko continued. “They are a well coached group that is fighting for playoff position in the conference.”

that led to SF scores. Michael top target. Despite the loss to FOOTBALL Valley. In the Steelers Game of Walsh had a fumble recovery South Fayette, he ranked sixth FROM PAGE B1

score favored West-A, 30-0. Santino Nowozeniuk caught a 14-yard scoring strike from Max Novak and Tyler Miller rushed for a 36-yard touchdown to account for the Bethel Park points. In the loss, Novak completed 14 of 30 passes for 157 yards. Miller had six receptions for 62 yards. CLASS 4A After soundly winning the “Battle of the Bridge”, South Fayette resumes its mission of claiming a conference championship when the Lions travel to Laurel Highlands for another Big Six clash on Oct. 9. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. against the Mustangs, who were winless in their first six games. Meanwhile, the Lions were 5-1 overall after their 35-7 triumph over rival Chartiers

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Three area golfers qualified for the PIAA Class 3A boys’ championships to be held October 19-21 at the Penn State Blue and White Courses in State College. The trio earned their spots by finishing among the 13 golfers during the final round of the WPIAL championships held Oct. 5 at the Sewickley Heights Country Club. Max Pirain of Mt. Lebanon led the list of local qualifiers. The senior carded a 39-37–76 on the 6,372-yard, Par 72 course to finish fifth behind Nico Ward. Pirain’s two-round total was 148. Ward won the championship, firing a two-under-par during the final round of the competition. Ward was the only player that shot under par and he beat Baldwin’s Michael Quallich by one shot to claim the title with a two-round score of 141. Defending WPIAL and PIAA champion Carson Kittsley of Fox Chapel finished in a tie for third with Central Catholic’s Bailey Donahue. Camden Reyes followed Pirain in sixth position. The Peters

Township senior carded a 34 on the front nine thanks to birdies on No. 3, 4 and 9, but finished with a 40 on the back nine for a final round score of 74. Reyes, who is the reigning WPGA Junior champion, finished with a two-round total of 149 Blake Gavin finished tied for 11th place to clinch his state-playoff berth. The Mt. Lebanon junior totaled a 79 with a 39 on the front nine and 40 on the back end. With his first round of 75, Gavin finished with a two-round total of 154. The WPIAL will conduct its team championships for boys’ golf on Oct. 13 at Cedarbrook Golf Course in Belle Vernon. Peters Township qualified for the playoffs by capturing the Section 5-AAA title with an 11-1 record. The Indians finished 17-1 overall during the regular season after a non-conference win against Avonworth, 187-217. Reyes and Jackson Baxter shot 35s on the Front 9 at the Nemacolin Country Club to tie for medalist honors. Caden Benson and Kaden

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later in the contest. This season, Plasko and Wright have been South Fayette’s offensive leaders. Plasko has 482 passing yards and five scoring strikes while Wright has rolled up 712 yards rushing and seven touchdowns. Bostian is one of the team’s top receivers. From his tight end slot, he has 126 yards and two scores while Dylan Monz leads with 151 yards and a touchdown. Defensively, Bostian land Schmitz lead the team in sacks and interceptions, Bryce Watkins, Luca Romanelli and Joey Kreuer are the leading tacklers. Meanwhile, in the loss to the Lions, Weagraff went over the 1,000-yard mark for passing this season. He ranks among the passing leaders in the WPIAL with 76 completions for 1,035 yards and 10 touchdowns. Niko Hines is Weagraff’s

in the WPIAL with 27 receptions for 353 yards. The Colts look to get back in the winning column when they visit Uniontown on Oct. 16. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. CLASS 6A

Mt. Lebanon travels to Hempfield in search of a victory in this Quad County Conference contest set for 7 p.m. Oct. 16. This is the second straight long-road trip for the Blue Devils, who visited Seneca Valley on Oct. 9 and both come on the heels of a 62-0 thumping by Central Catholic, which is ranked No. 1 in the WPIAL as well as the state. The loss to the Vikings marked the third time in five games that the Blue Devils were shut out. The Lebo offense had scored only three field goals while surrendering 176 points.

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Holleran followed with 37 and 38 scores while Ty Ondrejko finished with a 42. John Blakewell, Brady Walker and Brady Heisler also participated in the match. The Indians competed in the WPIAL semifinals held Oct. 8 at Champion Lakes Golf Resort in Bolivar with Fox Chapel, Franklin Regional, Kiski Area, Laurel Highlands, Moon and Seneca Valley. Mt. Lebanon, which finished runner-up to Peters Township in the section standings with a 9-3 record and 11-6 overall mark, competed in the other semifinal held at Indian Run Golf Club in Avella. Central Catholic, Elizabeth Forward, North Allegheny, Norwin, Pine-Richland, Thomas Jefferson and West Allegheny were among the other competing teams. The top three teams at each of the two semifinal sites advanced to the WPIAL Class 3A team championships. The WPIAL team champion advances to the PIAA championships to be held Oct. 21 at Penn State.

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the Week, a fast start and a swarming defense saw the Lions bolt to a 35-0 advantage before CV closed the half with a 3-yard scoring strike from Owen Weagraff to Chance Glover to prevent the implementation of the “Mercy Rule” in the final 24 minutes of action. Braeden Plasko led the Lion uprising against the Colts. The senior signal caller rushed for 201 yards and two touchdowns. His 45- and 8-yard romps into the end zone provided a 14-0 lead for the Lions. Aayden Wright followed with two more rushing touchdowns, measuring 6 and 12 yards. Jacob Bostian completed the scoring. He added another rushing touchdown on a 1-yard plunge into the end zone. Defensively, Alex Deanes and Gavin Schmitz picked off CV passes in the first quarter

Mackenzie Smock and Cassie Sierka from Bethel Park combined to win the Section 3A title and entered the WPIAL doubles tournament seeded second, behind Shady Side Academy’s Cassie Lapina and Alex Merkel On their home court, the duo breezed through their opening matches. Smock and Sierka dispatched the Peters Township tandem of Molly Barry and Sabrina DeChicchis, 10-1, and the Upper St. Clair pair of Sera Telang and Laila Hamade, 10-2, to reach the semifinals where they dispatched Canon-McMillan’s Hadley Sherman and Autumn Vogel in straight sets, 6-1, 6-2. In the section championship match, Smock and Sierka defeated Catalina Ramirez and Lily Angus from USC, 6-2, 6-3. Ramirez and Angus had reached the finals thanks to pro-set wins of 10-3 against Canon-Mac’s Luca Mollenauer and Sarah Urso as

well as Chartiers Valley’s Carly Weber and Alaina Twigg. In the semifinals, Ramirez and Angus beat Mt. Lebanon’s Katya Rowley and Maya Tatel, 6-1, 6-3. In the consolation match, Rowley and Tatel rebounded to beat Sherman and Vogel, 7-5, 6-1, to clinch third place and the final berth in the WPIAL tournament. The WPIAL doubles tournament started with first round action on Oct. 7 and concluded with championship action on Oct. 8 at the Bethel Park High School tennis courts. (Results were unavailable at press time.) Smock and Sierka reaching the WPIAL doubles tournament demonstrated the strength of the Bethel Park team this fall as their teammate, Cami Fisher, was the WPIAL runner-up in the singles tournament. The Lady Hawks captured the Section 4 title with an 8-0 record, ahead of

runner-up Upper St. Clair, which finished 7-1. It was Bethel Park’s third section banner in four years. Overall, Bethel Park was 13-1 heading into team tournament play, losing only to Shady Side Academy. The two teams met in last year’s WPIAL team final with the Lady Hawks finishing runner-up to SSA. Bethel Park won a WPIAL title in 2023. The Lady Hawks were runners-up in 2024 and third-place finishers in 2022, beating SSA, in the consolation match. The WPIAL team tournament commences with firstround action on Oct. 12. The team championships are scheduled for Oct. 21 at the Janet L. Swanson Tennis Center on the Washington & Jefferson College campus. The top three doubles teams in the WPIAL advanced to the PIAA tournament to be held November 6 and 7 at the Hershey Racquet Club.

The Saloon on Washington Road in Mt. Lebanon will be hosting tabletop The Ohio Valley Tabletop Hockey League on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. from Oct. 20 to Nov. 11 while Kenny Wregget’s 31 Sports Bar and Grille in Bridgeville will be hosting league play on Monday evenings starting Jan. 11. Participation in the league is free. Participants must be 21 years of age or older. To enter the league or for more information call or text 412-298-4152.

three assists. Kaylin Hoffman and Vivian Drake combined in the nets for the shutout. The win came on the heels of Peters Township’s first loss as Mt. Lebanon edged the Lady Indians, 1-0, on their home turf at Confluence Financial Partners Stadium on Peters Township Middle School campus. Ana Lombardi had the game-winning goal for Lebo. Makenna Tappe was credited with the clean sheet. Abbey Spalla had the lone goal as South Fayette secured a 1-0 win against Moon in Section 2 action. Spalla scored the goal in the second half. South Fayette, which is the defending state champion, has played 12 matches and have drawn five, which is the most of anyone in the WPIAL. They were at 6-1-5 overall after their win. In a battle of two of the top boys teams in Class 4A, Peters

Township dropped a 3-2 decision to Norwin Timothy Lulich scored on a penalty kick and Nicholas Sefer also had a goal for the Indians. Tanner Johnson had a pair of goals for Norwin and Chase Molinaro scored once.

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SOCCER Peters Township blanked Baldwin, 5-0, in girls’ soccer action. Five different players scored for the Lady Indians in the victory. They were: Ally Froelich, Taylor McCullough, Brynn Busch, Eloisa Rozzi and Rylie Busch. Marina Hajnosz earned playmaker honors, collecting

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PLAYOFFS The regular scholastic soccer season ends Oct. 20 and the playoffs commence Oct. 24. The WPIAL boys and girls soccer championships are set for Nov. 5-7 at FNB Stadium in Pittsburgh’s Station Square. The site will also be used for the PIAA championships set for Nov. 20-21. CROSS COUNTRY Peters Township sophomore Katie Froelich won the Class 3A crown during the 20th PIAA Foundation XC Invitational Saturday at Big Spring High School in Newville. She bested a field of 210 runners, crossing the finish line with a 17:22.90 time. South Fayette junior Angela Zeng, the defending WPIAL Class 3A champion, finished second with a time of 17:50.40. Froelich, who is a starting forward on the Peters Township girls soccer team, won the Red, White and Blue Classic earlier this month at White Oak Park in McKeesport, which is the site of this year’s WPIAL championships set for Oct. 29. The PIAA championships will also be held on the same course as the Foundation meet. The state finals are set for Nov. 7. Froelich, who is a starting forward on the Peters Township girls soccer team, is competing in cross country for the first time after a stellar spring season in track. In May, she won WPIAL and PIAA titles in both the 1,600- and 3,200-meter races. is taking well to cross country. In boys’ cross country, Griffin Martin from South Fayette placed ninth in the Foundation meet.

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AMI’s annual show celebrates creativity, recovery and second chances By Stephanie Kalina-Metzger

About 17 years ago, AMI Inc. of Washington and Greene counties discovered an exceptionally talented artist who was using his work to illustrate frightening hallucinations he was experiencing. It was the beginning of something much bigger. AMI soon discovered other artists, photographers and sculptors who were using creativity as a form of expression, wellness and coping. What began as a small effort to give one client a voice grew into what is today--a highly anticipated showcase of art and poetry. From cubicles to a ballroom AMI is a peer-run nonprofit specializing in programs centered around recovery, self-advocacy, and building support networks in the community. The annual art show began modestly, with art displayed in cubicles at AMI’s small agency. Before long, the artwork outgrew the building. The show was held at several locations before finding a home at the Washington Elks’ ballroom, which has been donated for the event for three consecutive years. The latest art show will be next Wednesday in the Elks ballroom at 138 E. Maiden St., in Washington. This year, the show will include a new group of artists. For the first time, AMI is working with the warden at the

Washington County jail who is submitting work created by inmates who identify as having mental health and substance abuse issues. “We are so excited to help break the stigmas associated with the judicial system as an addition to the crisis intervention training we offer to local law enforcement and first responders,” said Katherine Ranko, AMI’s director of Family Navigator & Peer Services. Ranko sees the difference it makes to the artists involved. “I’ve watched people come to the show, nervous to have their work displayed and then watch their face when someone stops to admire it,” she said. “These moments are why I keep doing this.” Two artists, different styles

Jeremiah Roberts knows firsthand how powerful art can be. He started out as a client and contributing artist, and now serves on the art committee. He has been specializing in digital art for 11 years, using it as both a creative outlet and a way to cope with anxiety. “When I was really depressed, it kept me grounded and it was the right fit because I’ve been drawing for most of my life,” Roberts said. Roberts credits AMI with encouraging him to pursue his passion for art that reflects his moods and makes his burdens lighter. His art is often dark, even

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macabre, evoking images of nightmares. “It gets brighter, or darker, depending on how things are going,” he said. Roberts worked for AMI for five years and witnessed the agency’s impact. “They helped me a lot and when things got better, they offered me a job. Since then, I’ve been able to move forward,” he said. For Kevin Crivelli, photography provides a different kind of escape. Crivelli relies on photography to decompress, often venturing into nature to capture shots of wildlife. Over the years, he’s held a variety of jobs, from car sales, to performing as a disc jockey, but has found the greatest satisfaction in helping

others, first at Lighthouse for Men and now at AMI. “I’m always going to be in the field of helping people,” he said. Incredible artists This is Ranko’s 11th art show, but she says the experience always holds surprises. “I still get emotional when I see that room come together and know what it took for some of our artists just to submit that piece,” she said. “It never becomes ordinary to me.” What Ranko hopes visitors will take away is an appreciation for the individuals behind the work. “Mental health may be a part of their story, and for some, creating is part of how they survive, cope and heal, but their diagno-

sis is not what makes them worthy of being seen,” she said. “It’s never been about displaying art made by people with mental illness. Rather it’s about displaying incredible art made by incredible artists.” Over the years, Ranko has witnessed people go from needing tremendous amounts of support, to living independently, attending college and thriving. “I’ve watched people take experiences that were frightening and turn them into art,” she said. “People will surprise you when you stop putting ceilings on them. Every year I think I know what to expect and every year someone submits something that stops me in my tracks.”

Canon Theatre expands opening season lineup with ‘60s Gold Rock ’n’ roll, doo-wop, and soul will be celebrated when “60s Gold” takes the stage at the Canon Theatre in Canonsburg on Sunday, Nov. 15, for a one-night-only musical celebration presented by Spotlight Productions. According to a release from the nonprofit Canonsburg Educational and Cultural Institute (CECI), which operates the theater, The Skyliners will headline the evening, and will be joined on the bill by the Pure Gold Showband and Pittsburgh singer Jimmie Ross, who is best known from his tenure with The Jaggerz. The show will begin at 4 p.m. The Canon Theatre is set for a sold-out performance from western Pennsylvania icons The Clarks on Oct. 24, following a year of intensive interior and exterior renovations by CECI to revive the former middle school building as a premier live entertainment destination. “Canon Theatre is a place where music, memories and community come together,” Canon Theatre Managing Director Blair Trunzo said in a statement. “60s Gold brings together an incredible lineup of performers whose music has stood the test of time. We’re excited to welcome audiences to Canonsburg for an evening of great music, cherished memories and a truly special live experience.” Tickets and additional information are available online at goceci.org/canontheatre.

what’s happening - Week of October 11 LIBRARY The Scott Township Library will hold a book sale Oct. 15 to 18. Hours are 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday for Friends of the Library members only; noon to 4 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. A variety of used books, games, puzzles, DVDs and CDs will be available for purchase. The library is located at 301 Lindsay Rd. Visit scottlibrary.org for other events or call 412429-5380 for more details. The Bethel Park Library will offering the following: • The Crucible: Witchcraft Trials and The McCarthy Era from 10:30 a.m. to noon Fridays, Oct. 23 and 30 as well as Nov. 6. Retired English teacher Connie Booth will lead the discussion of the Arthur Miller novel in the first two sessions and consider current and past controversies while participants will watch the 1996 film in Week 3. • Ghostly Apparitions and Otherworldly Beings from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 24. This panel event will discuss theories of liminal lines, Spirit Beings, field equipment and experiences, archaic spirits, haunted objects, and places. Visit bethelpark.librarycalendar.com to register. Call 412-835-2207 for more details. The library is located at 5100 W. Library Ave. COIN CLUB The South Hills Coin Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 13 at the Bethel Park municipal building located at 5100 West Library Ave. All members and the general public can attend. This month’s program will be alternative hobby night. A 50/50 will be offered and children’s prizes will be awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership. Call 724-984-6611 for more information. ARTS SHOW The South Arts Pittsburgh is participating in the Halloween Bash and South Arts Night Artist Market from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Schoolhouse Art and History Center, located at 2600 South Park Road. Another event will be held at the same site Nov. 7-8. Local vendors and artists will be displaying and selling artwork and handcrafted creations. Reginald’s Coffee will be open during the schoolhouse location events to purchase coffee/tea. Visit www.southartspittsburgh.org for more information or email southartspitt@gmail.com with further questions. SENIOR LUNCH Brain Health will be the topic of a senior lunch to be held at 1 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Chabad of the South Hills located at 1701 McFarland Rd. Suggested donation is $5. The site is wheelchair accessible. Email barb@chabadsh.com or call 412-2782658 to pre-register. CHABAD EVENTS The CHABAD of the South Hills will present the following: • An inspirational evening of stories and song with Leibel Lazaroff, who is survivor of last year’s Boni Beach attack in Australia, will be held at 7 p.m. Nov. 3 at 1700 Bower Hill Rd. RSVP chabadsh. com/bondi • Kitchen of Kindness Junior Chefs Club, where children cook, learn, and give back, meets from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays at 1701 McFarland Rd. The first, five-week session begins Oct. 12 and continues through Nov. 9. Students in kindergarten through eighth grade can participate. Teen volunteers are needed. Visit chabadsh.com/jrchef to register. • Chanukah celebration at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at 1801 Dormont Ave. There will be entertainment, latkes, donuts and warm drinks. Visit chabadsh.com or call 3442424 or for more details. • Kitchen of Kindness: Spread the Joy of Chanukah at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9. Participants will cook fresh meals to give out to community members that need some extra care. Register at Chabadsh. com/kokjoy • A Chanukah Legoland themed adventure to help children prepare for the holiday will be held from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Nov. 22

at 1700 Bower Hill Rd. • A grand Chanukah seniors lunch will be held at 1 p.m. Dec. 9 at 1701 McFarland Rd. The topic of this festive holiday program is longevity and will feature a kosher lunch that includes hot latkes. There will be raffle prizes. Suggested donation is $5. Pre-registration is required by Dec. 4. Call 412-278-2658 or email barb@chabadsh.com HOLIDAY SALE The Friends of the Mt. Lebanon Library will hold its annual holiday sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 21 in meeting Room A. The following gift items will be on sale: holiday merchandise including Christmas cards and stocking stuffers; fiction, non-fiction and children’s books; baubles, Old Friends/vintage books of rare quality; puzzles, games, CDs and DVDS. New this year is blind date with a book/gift wrapped. The library is located at 16 Castle Shannon Blvd. Visit mtlebanonlibrary.org or call 412-531-1912 for more details. HALLOWEEN Case’s Halloween Experience is coming back to Casey’s Clubhouse on Oct. 24 in Boyce/ Mayview Park at 1551 Mayview Rd. The free, family-oriented event is open to the public. There will be trick-or-treating, Halloween activities, vendors and Case, the Buffalo will make an appearance. We’re offering FREE vendor spots to businesses and organizations that want to set up a table and hand out treats to the kids! Visit caseysclubhouse.org for more details. TRUNK OR TREAT A trunk-or-treat Halloween event will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 17 at Rolling Hills Park in Peters Township. Online preregistration is required for participants. Space is limited. Visit peterstownship.com for details. FAMILY FUN Oct. 15 is the deadline to register a team to participate in Peters Township’s Family Minute To Win It contest. The event will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 21. Ages 5 and older can participate. Contestants should wear comfortable clothing that enables them to move about freely. There is a fee to participate. Visit peterstownship.org to sign up a team or call 724-942-5000 for more details. KIDS REC A drop-in program for children will be offered from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 29 at the Peters Township recreation center. Ages 7 to 11 can participate in fun and games. Bring a water bottle and wear gym shoes. Fee is $5 ($8 nonmembers). The registration deadline is Oct. 27. Visit peterstownship.com to sign up. Call 724942-5000 for more details. BINGO A Halloween-themed bingo will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 24 in the side parking lot of the Peters Township recreation center. Only senior citizens can participate. The games are played within the comfort of players’ cars or from lawn chairs set up in the lot. A special prize will be awarded for best costume. Registration deadline is Oct. 26 by visiting peterstownship.com Call 724-942-5000 for more details. CRAFT SHOWS The following are upcoming: • The Peters Township High School craft and vendor show will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 7 at 121 Rolling Hills Dr. More than 90 vendors will offer items for purchase, including art, vintage clothing, skin care, home goods, jewelry, candles, decor and holiday products. In addition, there will be food trucks. Admission and parking are free. • • The St. Raphael the Archangel holiday craft show will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Sts. Simon and Jude gymnasium, located at 1625 Green Tree Rd. in Scott Township. Admission and parking are free. In addition to over 65 tables of crafts, there will be a Chinese Auction, bake sale, 50/50 raffle and food available for purchase. • John McMillan Presbyterian Church’s annual Christmas Affair is set for 9 a.m.

to 2 p.m. on Nov. 7 at 875 Clifton Road, Bethel Park. More than 50 artisans will showcase a wide variety of handmade goods and holiday gifts at the event, which also includes a festive Gingerbread House, chance auction and the Kris Kringle Kafé. Admission is free. Crafters interested in applying or learning more should call 412-759-1634 or email: christmasaffairjmpc@gmail.com.

fresh grilled BBQ chicken, baked beans, zesty coleslaw, roll and dessert. Proceeds benefit dozens of charities, who are awarded funds each spring at the annual Night of Giving. Visit: www.uscbprotary.org for more details or the list of charities. GENEALOGY

• The Joy of Christmas craft show will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at St. Louise de Marillac School and LeGras Parish Center at 320 McMurray Road. More than 100 artists and crafters will offer items for purchase. In addition to craft and 50/50 raffles, lunch, snacks and baked goods will be available for purchase. Admission is $2 and includes a ticket for the craft raffle. Strollers are not permitted inside the show.

The Mt. Lebanon Genealogy Society will meet at 1 p.m. Oct. 19 in Meeting Room A of the Mt. Lebanon Library.

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A Halloween home-decorating contest is being held in Peters Township.

The Peters Township recreation department is offering the following one-day programs: • A Haunted Hallows cookie decorating class will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 12 at the Peters Township recreation center. Ages 8 and older can attend but children under 14 must attend with a paying adult. Fee is $50 ($75 nonmembers). A $15 materials fee needs to be paid to the instructor on the day of class. DIY kits are also available for purchase for $20. Participants will learn step-by-step techniques used to decorate six Halloween-themed cookies. • Tiny Weaving from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 15. Ages 18 and older will discover the art of micro-weaving and learn to warp a pocket-sized loom and weave a miniature masterpiece using colorful yarns and textiles. Fee is $25 (38 nonmembers). • Cardmaking meets from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 19. Ages 18 and older will create hand-crafted seasonal greeting cards with embellished envelopes. All tools and materials provided. Fee is [Equation]53 nonmembers). • Gothic Garden from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 28. Participants design a floral arrangement using blackened roses, moody mums and foraged branches. Fee is [Equation]23 nonmembers) plus a $25 material fee paid to the instructor on the day of the class. Visit www.peterstownship.com or call 724-9425000 for more details or to register. BP LIBRARY The annual YINZER dinner hosted by the Friends of the Bethel Park Library will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 16 at the library. This celebration of everything black ‘n’ gold, with Pittsburgh-themed food, drink, and games will also feature a cookie table. Tickets are $35 per person or $60 per couple and are available for purchase at the library, Evey Hardware or online. MEDITATION Rest, Renew & Restore: Relaxing Sound Baths will be offered from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Oct. 12 through Nov. 16 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, located at 2040 Washington Road. Fee is $72 per class with exact change required. Class begins with a calming guided meditation, gently transitioning into an immersive, healing soundscape crafted from crystal singing bowls, soothing chimes, rhythmic drums, and other harmonic instruments. Deborah Lee instructs. Visit westminster-church.org or call 412-8356630 for more details. SPEAKER SERIES The Westminster Presbyterian Church’s free speaker series will feature the Life and Legacy of Roberto Clemente from 7 to 8 p.m. Oct. 13 in Fellowship Hall. Gary Euler, a Clemente Museum docent, will explore the life and legacy of Roberto Clemente — from baseball legend to humanitarian. Listeners will discover his resilience in the face of prejudice and his enduring commitment to helping others.

Kate Townsend, who is an expert in immigration, naturalization and court records, will speak on the topic of “Becoming an American: Naturalization through the Ages”. Contact malcolm.andrews1949@gmail.com for more details or membership information. DECOR CONTEST

Home owners wishing to enter should register by Oct. 16. Judging will be held Oct. 20. There is no fee for residents to enter. A list of all participating homes will be posted so citizens can drive around and check out the displays. Winners will be announced Oct. 27. Visit www.peterstownship.com or stop in at the reception center to register. CARD PARTY The Pittsburgh South Hills Elks 2213 will hold a card party on Oct. 24 at 2789 South Park Rd. Doors open at 11 a.m. Lunch is served at noon. Tickets are $25 per person. A Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle will be held. Call 412-831-0616 for tickets or more information BINGO A bingo fundraiser for FosterCat, Inc. will be held Oct. 25 at Salvatore’s, 5001 Curry Rd. Doors open at 1 p.m. Tickets are $50 each and include 10 bingo games (6 cards to a game) and a full course hot buffet luncheon that includes dessert and beverage. In addition to bingo, there will be a 50/50 Raffle, pull tab tickets, basket auctions with over 75 prizes from a Smart TV and Steeler tickets as well as basket of cheer and gift cards. Baked goods will be available for purchase. A special cat food collection for the foster homes will be taken during the event. All proceeds benefit cat rescue, cat care, foster and adoption supported by FosterCat, Inc., which is a 501 c 3, all-volunteer, Pittsburgh-based organization established in 1999 that has successfully rescued, fostered and placed over 3,500 homeless cats in the area. Visit Fostercat.org for tickets online or call 412-481-9144. Tickets can also be purchased by emailing: info@fostercat.org. Include name, address, phone and number of tickets with requests. PARADE The Mt. Lebanon Halloween parade will be held at 11 a.m. Oct. 31 along Washington Road, starting at the cemetery and ending at Lebanon Avenue. Spectators should wear costumes and join in the parade after the inflatable pumpkin passes. Following the parade, children can trick or treat at participating businesses and stores along Washington Road. Volunteers, high school students who will dress in professional mascot costumes, are needed to escort along the parade route.

and covers all regular and special games. For an additional $50, groups of 8 can reserve a table. Payouts are $100 for regular games, $200 for specials, and a $500 Coverall jackpot. The event also features a Chinese Auction, 50/50 raffle, pull tabs, a “Pot of Gold” raffle, as well as food and beverages for sale. All proceeds benefit Angel Ridge Animal Rescue, a non-profit dedicated to providing care and shelter for animals in need, including those at Bailey’s Cat Haven. Advance tickets are available at Bailey’s Cat Haven, 2650 Brownsville Road in South Park (daily, noon to 3 p.m.) and Angel Ridge Animal Rescue, 390 Old Hickory Ridge Road in Washington (Saturday and Sunday, noon to 3 p.m.) KEYNOTES Keynotes is accepting applications for the 2027 Music Scholarship Competition which will be held May 8 at The Fine Arts Theater of Mt. Lebanon High School. Cash awards totaling more than $16,000 will be awarded. Requirements are: Instrumentalists must be under 26 years of age by June 1, and vocalists must be under the age of 30 on June 1. The student must be a full-time music major at a college, university or music school or a graduating high school senior accepted for admission as a full-time music major. Contestants must be current legal residents of Pennsylvania for one year, or if out-of-state, attending a school in Pennsylvania, can provide proof of Pennsylvania address, i.e. campus address, university mailings, apartment or utility bills. For an application, call the scholarship chairman, Lori Walter, at 412-260-6972 or email her at houdini5@hotmail.com. Online scholarship application is preferred and available at keynotesmusicscholarship.com. The application deadline is April 30. Visit keynotesmusicscholarship.com for further information. WOMEN’S CLUB “The South Hills Women’s Club will meet at 7:15 p.m. Oct. 12 at Scott Township Lodge, located on Park Drive in Carnegie. Felicia Trovato will discuss the history of the FBI and provide an in-depth look into the agency. She is a Community Outreach Specialist at the Pittsburgh office. Refreshments and dessert will be served. New members and guests are welcome to attend. RSVP to 412-973-9072 or for further information. MUSIC The Harmony Singers of Pittsburgh will present a holiday concert “Yuletide Noels” under the direction of Cynthia G. Pratt at 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 13 at the Bethel Park Community Center, 5151 Park Ave. The facility is accessible to all. The concert will include an hour of holiday entertainment for all ages with a mixture of joyful, sacred, and secular songs. Admission is free but donations are welcome and will benefit the charitable and entertainment efforts of the Harmony Singers Visit harmonysingers.org or follow on Facebook to learn more about the organization and future performances. SAVE THE DATE Giant Oaks Garden Club’s annual Tinsel luncheon and fundraiser will be held Oct. 30 at the Hilton Garden Inn at Southpointe. Tickets for “Glitter & Glow” are $50 per person and includes a luncheon as well as a full day of vendor shopping, raffle baskets valued at a minimum of $100, door prizes, and a 50/50 drawing. AARP

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The AARP Chapter 3016 meets the second Thursday of the month at Unity Presbyterian Church, 1146 Greentree Road.

Nominations are being accepted for the Bethel Park Citizen of the Year.

Doors open at 11:30 a.m. The meeting starts at noon.

Registration is appreciated.

Direct applications to Janet Davin at jdavin@ bethelparkpa.gov by Oct. 30.

The group offers trips, picnics, programs and holiday parties. Ages 55 and older can attend.

Visit wroc.westminster-church.org or call Kathy Long at 412-835-6630.

The winner will be announced during the Nov. 9 council meeting.

Call 412-563-3961 for more details

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The 37th annual Bethel Park-Upper St. Clair Rotary Club’s chicken barbecue will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 17 at Bethel Park High School. This is a drive-thru-only event.

A charity bingo benefiting Angel Ridge’s Animal Rescue will be held Nov. 14 at the Home Economics Building at the South Park Fairgrounds. Doors open at noon. Bingo begins at 1:30 p.m.

Chapter 475 of the Take Off Pounds Reasonable group meets every Thursday at Carnegie Lifespan Center, 300 Lincoln Ave. Weigh-in is at 1:30 p.m. Class starts at 2 p.m. The group offers programs, contests and exercise.

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Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door,

Call 412-276-5056 for information.

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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

CEMETERY PLOT (1) Jefferson Memorial Cemetery Chapel Circle Section 26 $400 OR BEST OFFER 412-225-7067 CEMETERY PLOTS Forest Lawn Garden, Mausoleum 1 crypt double $25,000 239-784-2031 CEMETERY PLOTS Forest Lawn Garden, Mausoleum 1 crypt single $13,000 239-784-2031 Cemetery Plots Forest Lawn Garden 2 plots, 2 vaults,2 internmnts, 1 granite marker, Total Value $28,808 for Sale $19,999 724-255-6601 CEMETERY PLOTS (4 plots) Jefferson Memorial Cemetery, located in “Garden of the Virtues”, will subdivide. $2,000 412-221-0956 CEMETERY PLOTS Washington Cemetery Section 4 - Lot #327 - Sites A - B Two individual lots together at the top of the cemetery with a beautiful view of Washington, PA. $7,000.00 412-721-8329 GREENE COUNTY MEMORIAL CEMETERY PLOTS (2) Block D Section E-2 Spaces 3 - 4 Lot 61 $2,000 for both 724—344-5481 JEFFERSON MEMORIAL CEMETERY - Companion lawn crypt for 2, in the Garden of the Pillars of Faith, Lot #1270. $3,000 412-831-0433 MAUSOLEUM CRYPT Queen of Heaven Cemetery, McMurray - One companion crypt that holds TWO caskets in the Patriarchs Patio (outside) section in the Mary, Mother of the Church Mausoleum. This section of the mausoleum is sold out and only available via private sale. The paperwork will be handled by the cemetery. $20,000. If interested, call Joe at 412-320-1025. https://ccapgh.org/cemeteries/ queen-of-heaven-cemetery/

WASHINGTON CEMETERY Three plots, Section 12. $2,000 each or best offer. Call for information, 727-831-9920

Dogs BEAGLE PUPS 7 weeks old, registered, 6 female $250 412-894-7363

Cats KITTENS (4) - Black and white (1) black (3) 8 weeks old. $10 each. 412-251-7749

Other Animals

ATTENTION PET OWNERS If you advertise your pet “free” to a good home and want your pet to be placed in a caring environment, please be especially diligent in screening all inquiries. May we also suggest you ask for at least a $25 donation to avoid persons wanting animals for research, breeding or other purposes. This message is brought to you by The Almanac Newspaper, your community newsleader.

ESTATE SALE

Contents Include: Leather Sofa, 2 Leather Chairs, Floor Lamps, Glass Top Coffee Table, Drop Leaf Table, Marble Top Parlor Table, Asian Lamps, 6 Framed Tall Ships, Pictures, Large Horse Plate, Bernhart Dining Table with 6 Chairs, Buffet & Server, Antique Wall Clock, Waterford Stemware, Mikasa “Briarcliff” China (Service for 12), Lenox Fish Pitcher, Lenox Soup Tureen, Oak Wine Rack, Candlesticks, Silverplate Flatware, Serving Dishes, Platters, Kitchen Aide Mixer, Toaster, Punch Bowl, Trifle Dish, Pots & Pans, Hand Mixer, Bakeware, Ice Bucket, Crockpot, Glassware, Keurig, Can Opener, Bose Radio with CD Player, Antique Oak Plant Stand, Antique Crocks, Cookbooks, Rooster, Pots, Plants, Antique Phone from Norway, Faux Flowers, Leather Top Sectional Desk, File Cabinet & Hutch, Office Chair, Office Supplies, Games, Stained Glass, Oversized Chair, Sofa Bed, Pennsylvania House Dresser & Mirror, Armoire, King Bed, Nightstands, Wing Back Chairs, Jewelry Armoire, Jewelry, Purses, Hats, Shoes, Women’s & Men’s Clothing, Gowns, Linens, Floral, Chaise, Samsung TV, Luggage Racks, Electric Fireplace, Steamer Trunk, Oriental Rugs, Karastan Rugs, Parlor Table, Sewing Chest, Antique Painting, RCA Dog, Doll House & Furniture, Dolls, Doll Clothing, Stroud Piano & Bench, Sheet Music, 3 Bar Stools, Freezer, Mode Incumbent Bike, Chair & Ottoman, Scrapbooking, Snack Tables, Kids Table & Chairs, TV, TV Stand, Ironing Board, Shark Vacuums, Bookshelves, 3 Leather Chairs, Mahogany Desk & Credenza, Computer Desk, Printers, Keyboard, Monitor, Framed Eagle Carpet, Framed Liberty Carpet 1886 – 1986, Brass Floor Lamp, Shelves, File Cabinet, CDs, Books, Christmas Décor, 12 Ft. Christmas Tree, Fall Décor, Antique Iron Twin Beds, Antique Brass Beds, Bunny Lamp, Night Stand, Rocking Chair, Pottery Barn Wicker Chair, 2 Wicker Shelves, Lighthouse, Marble Chess Set, Desk Trays, Antique Victorian Iron Crib, Antique Dough Barn, Luggage, Chrome Shelving, Wrappings, Ab Roller, Cooler, Shelving, Wind Chime, Patio Table & 6 Chairs, Patio Chair, Golf Clubs, Lawn Tools, and SO MUCH MORE!! DON’T MISS IT!! Directions: Washington Pike to Prestley Road, Straight onto Forsythe, Left on Hilltop, Left on Cambridge to 1807 Cambridge.

**CASH ONLY!! PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN HELP!!

MURDOCH ESTATE LIQUIDATION www.murdochestatesales.com

Miscellaneous

Nativity Set Franklin Mint a King is born by Gianni Benvenuti, 12 figures, plus creche and star excellentant condition $325 412-833-5944

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J.C. LANDSCAPING

Professional lawn maintenance, complete landscaping, hedge trimming, mulch, reseeding, edging, hauling, bobcat service.

412-854-3660

TO BUY Disabled Vet wants to buy riding lawn mower reasonable 724-413-9377 or 724-746-5208

Appliances

TOYOTA 4RUNNER 2002 V-6 SR5, inspected to November 30, very dependable car, 284K mi. $2,900 412-418-9355

Vans FORD 2016 250 TRANSIT VAN new inspection, new tires, new transmission, needs plugs and front wheel bearing, 256,000 miles $6,800 412-977-8241

4-Wheel Drives JEEP 2004 LIBERTY 4x4 New batteries and tires. Clean. $1,800. 724-825-3063

Antiques/Classics

Sprowls City Appliance 996 W. Chestnut St., Wash., PA 724-225-5760 www.sprowlscity.com

Trailers UTILITY TRAILER 2008 - 18-foot GVWR 9990, newer tires. Good condition. $2,700 or best offer. 724-255-2597, leave message

Specialty Stores BEDILLION HONEY FARM 1179 Burgettstown Road, Hickory

724-356-7713 bedillionhoneyfarm.com Kauffmann Family Market Rt. 18 Atlasburg, PA 724-947-9682 www.kauffmanmarketplace.com

Chevy Silverado 1980, frame off restored, 350 V8, factory air, rare bucket seat, with console, tilt wheel, only driven 2,000 miles since restored $17,900 301-233-1175

Motorcycles 2001 Harley Davidson 883 Custom All stock, originial owner. $3,800. 724-222-0176

HARLEY-DAVIDSON 2001 HERITAGE SOFTAIL Excellent condition. Must see. Antique status. $9,800. Call 724-986-1453 (no texts please)

Springhouse Eatery & Creamery Country Store 1531 Rt. 136 Wash., PA 724-228-3339 springhousemarket.com Let us share a little of our farm with you!

SHOW BOOTHS 10x20 foot, and 10x10 all included, in-cludes rolling carrying cases, lighting, bridge, front pillar, side display tables with lockable doors, $15,000 new. Must sell. $2,000. 412-310-0210

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2005, runs great, lots of chrome $4,500 negotiable 724-263-2811

AAA ANTIQUES WANTED Wringer washers, WW2 German, Japenese, US military souvenirs, old store, gas station, bar advertising signs & items, toys, crocks, cupboards, guns, knives, ammo, coins, furniture, glass. Cash. Call 412-848-6428

* * WANTED * * Old Sports Cards & Watches Stereo Radio, Records, Turntables, Amplifiers

412-715-3210

1975 HONDA CB750 Runs great. Clean. $4,600 or best offer. 724-263-4019

Tractors/Mowers TRACTOR CASE 580Ck diesel tractor. Runs. $5,600. 724-345-8162

Miscellaneous Carpet Tile Hardwoods Vinyl 620 Franklin Farms Road, Wash. 724-229-5330

Coal/Gas/Oil/Wood PHONE SYSTEM - BUSINESS Includes greeting module, all office intercom, multi-lines, and 13 phones. $1,000 412-310-0210 PIANO - YAMAHA upright Model M450TC, recently tuned and inspected, great condition $3,000 724-255-7465 REMOTE CONTROL TRUCKS (2) 1 Duratrax Warhead EVO Nitro and 1 Traxxas Revo Nitro, plus lots of parts. $500 for both. 412-849-6903 (no texts)

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Central Boiler most efficient outdoor wood furnace, Titanium stainless steel, used 8 months, with portable wood shelter and heat exchangers $12,000 724-947-2453

CORDWOOD

Mixed hard woods, top quality, seasoned 1 year, true quantities, split, 4’x8’x16”, $150. Delivery available. Serving the South Hills for over 45 years.

412-653-0666 or 412-510-7087

All Around Fence Co. Pressure Treated Yellow Pine Posts 7896 National Pike, Uniontown 724-439-0331

Trucks DUMP TRUCK 2004 4 wheel drive diesel $12,000 or best offer 724-469-3571 FORD 2003 RANGER XLT Extended Cab - Florida truck, 3.0, 10/27, 109,000 miles, auto, new tires, oil change, RWD. $5,850. obo 412-833-2745, afternoon Sierra 2500 4WD 2013, regular cab, 53k miles, newer brakes and battery $12,000 CASH 878-379-4291

Sporting Goods

Mail:

DEADLINE: THURS. 10 A.M.

231,300 miles; new brakes, muffler, tires; 12/26 inspection; clean, some scuffs, no air. Runs great.

Lawn & Garden

The Classifieds Have Something for everyone!

• Grass Cutting / Mulching • Shrub Trimming • Leaves Picked Up • Retaining Walls • Brick Pointing, Gutters Dependable - Reliable - Senior Discounts - Free Estimates

412-257-3134

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TOYOTA 2008 TACOMA

SAKO M591 groundhog rifle 22-250, excellent plus condition, used once reloading dies $1,300 serious inquires only 724-809-5437

FALL & YARD DEBRIS CLEAN-UP

412-758-8991

Senior/Veteran DISCOUNTS

RV’s for Sale HOLIDAY RAMBLER 2001 30 feet, 5th wheel trailer, all season. $2,800 or best offer 724-747-6037 or724-986-3017

TRUNK LINER - Weathertech, fits 2015 and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. $25. 412-926-3100

Email:

Observer Publishing Co. 122 South Main St. Washington, PA 15301 Attn: Classified Dept.

1971 TRIUMPH 650 TIGER Great condition. All chrome. $6,000 firm. 724-263-4019

Parts & Accessories

CANOE - FIELD and STREAM 13’10” x 3’8”, with paddled and anchor, great condition $500 724-255-7465

orclass@observer-reporter. com

KAWASAKI 2007 VULCAN 2000 Classic LT, excellent condition, 8,900 miles $6,500 724-222-6767

allaround@allaroundfence.com

724-222-3982

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• Gutters • Siding • Chimney Repairs • Brick Pointing • Painting & Plastering • Pressure Washing

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SUV’s

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TABLE / CHAIRS - Matanzas wooden table by Lark Manor. $1,159 on Wayfair. Eight wooden chairs, $269 for two on Wayfair. Selling all $600. 724-255-3913 TIRES (4) Michelin Defender 225/50/R17, good tread, like new $300 / Best offer 724-267-4098

All real estate advertisements in this newspaper are subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimi- nation based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.”

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Dehumidifier- new in box up to 50 pints $125 724-945-5282 ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR Merits/Vision sport, excellent condition, charger, manual $700 or best offer 412-215-7063

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Moving & Estate Sales

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AUDI

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453 Racetrack Road,Washington, PA

866-414-9744

106 Harper Drive Belle Vernon, PA 15012

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BUDD BAER BUICK

83 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA

B5

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2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA

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249 Roy E. Furman Hwy. Waynesburg, PA 15370

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BORTZ CHEVROLET 724-627-6171

WASHINGTON HYUNDAI 724-222-2216

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ROTOLO’S JEEP

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58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022

3073 Washington Pk. Bridgeville, PA 15017

888-269-6183

412-564-9829

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1777 McClellandtown Rd, McClellandtown, PA

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724-602-4678

www.solmonchevy.com

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SUN CHEVROLET

SOLOMON JEEP

Route 19, McMurray, PA

Rt. 40 & 43, Brownsville, PA

724-941-5160

724-785-8000

www.sunchevy.com

WASHINGTON CHEVROLET

www.solomonauto.com

Intersection of Rt. 19, I-79 & I-70, Exit 19A Washington, PA

SOUTH HILLS JEEP

www.washingtonchevy.com

www.southhillsauto.com

3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317

724-222-2800

724-941-4300

CHRYSLER

KIA

SOLOMON CHRYSLER

Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA

724-785-8000

SOUTH HILLS KIA

3644 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317

724-942-3000

www.solomonauto.com

www.southhillsauto.com

SOLOMON CHRYSLER

2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA

724-966-2600

www.solomonauto.com

LINCOLN

SOUTH HILLS LINCOLN Route 19, McMurray, PA

SOUTH HILLS CHRYSLER

724-941-1600

3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317

www.southhillslincoln.net

724-941-4300

www.southhillsauto.com

MAZDA

DODGE

83 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA

BUDD BAER MAZDA

ROTOLO’S DODGE

724-993-4430

888-269-6183

MERCEDES-BENZ

58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022

www.buddbaermazda.com

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2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA

470 Washington Road Adjacent to Gabriel’s,

www.solomonauto.com

www.johnsissonmercedes.com

SOLOMON DODGE 724-966-2600

SOLOMON DODGE

Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA

724-785-8000

www.solomonauto.com

724-206-6000

NISSAN

JOHN SISSON NISSAN

SOUTH HILLS DODGE

470 Washington Road Adjacent to Gabriel’s, Washington, PA

724-941-4300

www.johnssissonnissan.com

3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317 www.southhillsauto.com

Sell Your General Merchandise items priced $300 or less. Minimum item price cannot be less than $10. Will appear in The Almanac for 2 weeks. 3 line maximum (4 words per line) One item per ad and total price of item must appear in ad. 5 ads maximum per household. It’s easy to place your ad.

724-223-8600

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3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317

724-941-4300

Fax: 724-222-3982

58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022

888-269-6183

www.southhillsauto.com

Mail or drop off to: Observer Reporter 122 South Main St., Washington, PA 15301 Attn: Classified Deptartment

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FORD

SOLOMON RAM

FOX FORD

743 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA

724-627-3151

www.foxfordwaynesburg.com

2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA

724-966-2600

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SOUTH HILLS RAM

724-947-3381

724-941-4300

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3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317 www.southhillsauto.com

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507 Washington Road, Rt. 19, Washington, PA

SUBARU

www.washingtonford.com

71 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA

GMC

www.buddbaersubaru.com

888-706-6128

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BUDD BAER GMC

83 Murtland Ave. Washington Pa

724-249-6047

TOYOTA

SOLOMON GMC

2403 Washington Road Canonsburg, PA 15317

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www.buddbaergm.com 1777 McClellandtown Rd, McClellandtown, PA

724-602-4678

solomonautogroup.com

HARLEY DAVIDSON STEEL CITY HARLEY DAVIDSON

724-743-1144

www.southhillstoyota.com

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THREE RIVERS VOLKSWAGEN

1375 Washington Road, Washington, PA

3694 Washington Road, McMurray, PA

www.steelcitymotorcycles.com

www.3riversvw.com

724-225-7020

724-941-6100

Pre-owned dealers OLIVERIO AUTO

THREE RIVERS AUTO SALES

724-926-2155

724-338-2923

1110 Laurel Hill Road McDonald, PA 15057 www.oliverioauto.com

30 South Central Avenue Canonsburg, PA 15317 www.3riversvw.com

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TREGEMBO MOTORS

724-223-0600

724-239-2200

667 E. Maiden St., Washington, PA www.premiereautosales.com

I-70 Exit 32B, Bentleyville, PA www.tregembomotors.com

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WARNE MOTORS INC.

724-225-5308

724-746-5956

940 Henderson Ave., Washington, PA

www.18autosales.com

107 East Pike Street Canonsburg, PA

www.johnwarnemotors.com

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10% off food purchases

Reese Warehouse Smithfield, PA | 724-569-2218

Free 10-year component guard warranty on a qualifying appliance

Fayette Rental Solutions Uniontown, PA | 724-437-1460

10% off purchase Exclusions may apply

Rhodes Carpet Washington, PA 724-229-5330

10% Off Total Job

Countryside Frame Shop & Gallery Washington, PA | 724-222-7550

10% off the wall sale

Koval Building Supply Uniontown, PA 724-437-8824

Contractor discount applied to all BeLocal card holders

table-seafood towers are not eligible)

Cannot be used with other offers. Expires 12/31/26

Some exclusions apply. (Sale ends 10/31/26)

(some exclusions may apply)

Stephanie M Sewak, Esq. Attorney at Law Washington, PA | 724-263-5677 Monongalia County Solid Waste Authority Morgantown, WV | 304-292-3801 Don Patron Waynesburg, PA | 724-833-9065 South Strabane Volunteer Fire Department Washington, PA | 724-222-3885 Mercedes Benz of Morgantown Morgantown, WV | 304-296-9224 Chuck’s Furniture & Pac5 Furniture Morgantown (Westover), WV | 304-292-7621 304-291-7338 Crossroads Mower McMurray, PA | 724-941-6501 Potter’s Bar & Grill Uniontown, PA | 724-438-9835 Nathan Ferguson State Farm Uniontown, PA | 724-438-7611 Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce Charleroi, PA | 724-483-3507 Napa Auto Parts Fayette Parts Service Inc Brownsville, PA | 724-268-3928 Asphalt and Concrete Services LLC Fairmont, WV | 304-368-3535 Gyros Hoagies Pierogis Uniontown, PA | 724-550-4035

Darlington Inn Ligonier, PA | 724-238-7831 McKean Plumbing & Heating Washington, PA | 724-225-6260 Paradise Confectionery Washington, PA | 724-228-7749 The Bubble Works Car Wash Washington, PA | 724-986-3753 Ernest Small Paving Buckhannon, WV | 304-472-8411 Downtown Washington Washington, PA | 724-223-4200 Walnut Hill Fence & Sheds McClellandtown, PA | 724-493-6136

Ross Tractor Sales Waynesburg, PA | 724-627-6966 PT Chamber McMurray, PA | 724-941-6345 Junction Automatic Transmission Belle Vernon, PA | 724-379-8242

(Includes 10 min. brush out, accessories & cologne mist)

Not good with any other offers. Must have discount card.

This includes any one of the three wedding packages, or a vowel renewal package.

Natures Pickins Health Food Store Inc Uniontown, PA 724-438-4211

10% discount off regular priced items only

Pretzels Plus Washington, PA | 724-579-0591

Buy one Pretzel with Cheese get One Pretzel with Cheese FREE.

Yowler’s Trophies & Jewelry Uniontown, PA | 724-437-5055

10% off anything, excludes batteries

Jolt Bike Uniontown, PA | 724-610-5658 Local Leaf Scottsdale, PA | 412-417-4964 Peddler’s Mercantile Connellsville, PA | 724-603-3150 Retro Antiques Vintage & More Uniontown, PA | 724-550-4423 Choose Connections Grief Coaching Virtual Coaching | 410-409-3116 Lizzie’s Boutique Uniontown, PA | 724-970-8534 Revelation Renovations Washington, PA | 724-413-0121 Drover’s Inn Wellsburg, WV | 304-737-0188 West Penn Life & Health Washington, PA 15301 | 724-228-7187

Burke and Herbert Bank Granville, WV | 304-581-6500 Ohio Valley Travel Wheeling, WV | 304-232-5171 Miller’s Ace Hardware Canonsburg, PA | 724-941-7970 Ames Construction & Remodeling Waynesburg, PA | 724-852-1888 Jeffrey’s Drug Store Canonsburg, PA | 724-745-6480 Centerville Clinics Fredericktown, PA | 412-417-4925 Hemsley House of Upper St. Clair Pittsburgh, PA | 412-831-2200 J & S Bridal and Prom Boutique Uniontown, PA | 724-550-4104 Day Insurance Washington, PA | 724-228-3448 • Hickory, PA 724-356-7700 Appalachian Gallery Morgantown, WV | 304-296-0163 Flour and Feed Events Morgantown, WV | 304-290-8334

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