FREE! FEBRUARY 2015 Vol. 11, Issue 8
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Trinity High School Student Wins WSO Young Artists Competition
Clairton High School National Honor Society Hosts Blood Drive
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Charleroi Volunteer Fire Department Swears in 2015 Officers, Recognizes Those in Service
Pictured are (l-r): Fire Chief Robert Whiten, Jr.; Kerry McCorkle, Jr. - "Firefighter of the Year"; Kris Wergin - "Junior Firefighter of the Year"; and Tim Best, president of the fire department. PHOTO TAKEN BY WAYNE E. RAY.
Frozen Canonsburg Lake Becomes Winter Playground As a result of several weeks of Arctic-like temperatures in mid-January, Canonsburg Lake froze completely solid to the delight of ice skaters and ice fishermen. Taking advantage of the situation for a game of pond hockey were Tim Graulty of South Fayette, Rich Gatesman of Harrisburg, Bryan Esherick of Upper St. Clair and Joe Piqueira of Bloomfield. Graulty is a recent graduate of Pitt Johnstown and works in the oil and gas industry. The other young men are IUP graduate students on semester break.
The Charleroi Volunteer Fire Dept. Annual Dinner Meeting was held January 9 at the Fire Station Social Hall. At this dinner meeting, the 2015 line officers and administration officers for the fire department were sworn into office by the Honorable Judge Larry Hopkins. Service award pins were presented to a number of firefighters for years of volunteer service to the fire department. A monetary donation was presented to the fire department by Olga Woodward and some brief remarks were given by Mayor John Mollenauer and Councilman Larry Celaschi Jr. Also, junior fire fighter Kris Wergin was presented a plaque as the "Junior Firefighter of the Year" for 2014 and Firefighter Kerry McCorkle, Jr. was presented a plaque as the "Firefighter of the Year" for 2014. A wonderful dinner was provided.
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Monessen Amphitheater Has Great Things in Store for 2015 The Monessen Amphitheater Committee would like to take this opportunity to thank the City of Monessen and its residents for their help and support throughout our first season. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our committee members, we were able to plan many successful events for the community. In July, we held our very first event, Doo Wop in the Park, with DJ Dennis Wince. Since then, we have featured various acts, including country music artist Dallas Marks, a heavy metal show, Motown with Ralph Trilli, jazz, and a 30-piece orchestra. We also held the 1st annual Monessen Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat in October. The positive response to all our events was overwhelming and the committee is very grateful for all the help and support from the local community. If you have yet to visit City Park and the new amphitheater, we encourage you to do so. It is truly a beautiful venue, in a beautiful location, and you should be very proud that it is a part of your community. Our committee strongly believes that parks can unite communities by bringing together families, friends, and even strangers. Our free events not only provide entertainment, they also help build a sense of community as well as boost the morale of its citizens. We already have many great things in store for you in 2015 where we hope to feature an even bigger variety of acts and artists. If you have any ideas for events you would like to see at the amphitheater, please do not hesitate to talk to any of our committee members or attend our meetings. We would also like to remind everyone that the amphitheater is available to rent for private parties and events through the City. This is a truly multifaceted venue; just last year, the very first wedding ceremony was held at the new amphitheater. We welcome everyone to use this wonderful asset. If you have any questions or would like to be more involved, email monessenamphitheater@gmail.com, or visit our Facebook page by searching for the Monessen Amphitheater.
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Spartan Surgicenter Partners with Toys for Tots Program
At Spartan Surgicenter during December 2014, Spartan partnered with the Toys for Tots program through The Salvation Army. Over a hundred new toys were donated by Spartan and Mon Valley Care Center donors.
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PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO FEBRUARY 1
MON VALLEY YOUTH AND TEEN BINGO - Youth and Teen Center, 160 Thompson Ave., Donora. Doors open 12:30, Early Bird at 1:45. Admission $8 includes lunch. For more info, call the office at 724-379-4889 or the Center at 724-379-8122.
Public Library. This workshop, for college-bound seniors and their parents, offers help in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by providing an overview of each step of the form. Preregistration is required. Register by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org, visit the circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.
nected, they will receive additional information on how to take part in the call. Individuals who wish to submit questions in advance or want to ensure that they receive a call can sign up on Smith’s website, www.senatormattsmith.com/telephone-town-hall. FEBRUARY 5
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WEEKLY TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the St. Francis of Assisi Church Finley Hall. 7:15 p.m. for the “Early Bird” games and 7:30 p.m. for the regular bingo. Admission is $6 for 20 regular games and 5 specials. Doors open at 6 p.m. FEBRUARY 3
TELEPHONE TOWN HALL – held by State Senator Matt Smith (DAllegheny/Washington) at 7 p.m. At the time of the call, constituents will receive a phone call with instructions on how to participate. Constituents simply need to answer the call to participate. Once con-
FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PROGRAM - 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, Venetia, PA. All are welcome. For information, contact Patti at 724-941-6609. WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the Community Center in Fayette City. Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m. FEBRUARY 7
PLANET BOUNCE FUNDRAISER 4 - 8 p.m. at 2560 Washington Rd, Canonsburg next to the North Strabane Fire Department. Raffles, vendors, face
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painting, and more! Kids admission is $10. All proceeds benefit Washington Area Humane Society. This indoor amusement park is 6,000 feet worth of bounce houses & slides, games, refreshments and more! FAFSA COMPLETION WORKSHOP - 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Peters Township
55TH ANNIVERSARY SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB COIN SHOW at the Crown Plaza Hotel-Pittsburgh South, 164 Fort Couch Road on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 724984-6611. FEBRUARY 8
PANCAKE BREAKFAST - held by the Forward Township Athletic Association at the Elizabeth Borough Firefighters Bingo Hall. The pancake breakfast will include a bake sale, that will run from 8 – 1:30. Tickets will cost $6 and those who present
February 2015 ————————————————————————————————————————— their church bulletin will receive a $1 discount. Money raised from the sale will benefit the 2015 baseball/softball season. SWEET SUNDAY - City Mission’s annual dessert festival will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn - Southpointe from 12 - 5 p.m. Dessert vendors range from youth, school and civic groups to professional bakeries and businesses. There are plenty of returning favorites and also some new groups! With a special section called Kid’s Korner, with entertainment, face painting and crafts, is dedicated to kids! There are also regular and silent auction baskets located in the main hall and the Wreath of Wealth is back this year! With live entertainment all day, desserts and the Sweet Sunday Café it’s definitely worth a visit. For more information visit, www.citymission.org, or call 724-222-8530 ext. 202. FEBRUARY 9
BINGO - at the West Newton Center for active adults at 6:15, doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 or $20 at the door. Prizes: $25 regular games, half the take on specials and $300 jackpot if 75 tickets are sold, $200 if less than 75. Only selling 90 tickets. Refreshments will be sold, free coffee. For more information, call 724-872-4976.
PLEASANT HILLS GARDEN CLUB MEETING - 12:30 p.m. at the Community Room, Pleasant Hills Boro Building, 410 E. Bruceton Rd. Program: The Wild, Wonderful World of Honey Bees and Beekeeping with speaker Stephen Repasky, Certified Master Beekeeper, Meadow Sweet Apiaries. Non-members welcome. FEBRUARY 10
A LOOK AT NATIONAL SECURITY IN 2015: GLOBAL ISSUES IMPACTING THE US – 7 p.m. at Peters Township Public Library, presented by seven panelists from the U.S. Army War College. Register to attend by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org or call 724-9419430. SOUTH HILLS FRIENDS OF THE MONTOUR TRAIL MEETING - 6:30 p.m. at the South Park Township Community room, 2675 Brownsville Rd. The South Hills Friends are responsible for maintenance of the Montour Trail between Library and Clairton. Individuals interested in the Montour Trail are encouraged to attend. For more information, visit www.montourtrail.org or email info@montourtrail.org.
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SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB MEETING - 8 p.m. at the Bethel Presbyterian Church, 2999 Bethel Church Rd. All members and public are invited. A 50/50 will be offered and kids prizes. Applications are now being accepted for membership. For more information, call 724-984-6611. THE COUPON CONNECTION 5:30 p.m. at the Monongahela Library. This is a great time to bring your extra coupons to share or to sort through the Coupon Box for items you need. For more information call 724-518-3529, email couponconnectionmv@gmail.com or find at www.facebook.com/groups/Coupon Connection/.
MON VALLEY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON MEETING - at the Charleroi Elks Club, 301 Fallowfield Ave. 11:45-1 p.m. Members and guests will be updated on economic news and future plans for the County and Mon Valley. $16/person, nonmembers, $18/person. To register, call 724-483-3507, or email members@mvrchamber.org. On-line registration is available at www.mvrchamber.org. FEBRUARY 11
SOLID GOLD - at the Hazelkirk American Legion from 7 - 10 p.m. For more information, call Tom at 724-5033031. FEBRUARY 12
WEEKLY TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the St. Francis of Assisi Church Finley Hall. 7:15 p.m. for the “Early Bird” games and 7:30 p.m. for the regular bingo. Admission is $6 for 20 regular games and 5 specials. Doors open at 6 p.m.
MEETING OF THE CHARLEROI LODGE #615 FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS - 7:30 p.m. in the Masonic Hall in Charleroi. All members are encouraged to attend. For more information, call 724-984-6611.
DINNER FOR A DOLLAR5 - 7 p.m. at Community of Christ, 3472 South Park Road, Bethel Park. We will be serving delicious spaghetti, mouth-watering bread and rolls, fresh garden salad, and luscious desserts. The price is only $1 per person or $3 per family! No reservations required. For more information, call Debbie at 412833-6357 or email dgeffel@comcast.net. WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the Community Center in Fayette City. Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m. KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP 5:30-7 p.m. at the Donora Public Library. Join us as we show and tell what we’re working on, and take advantageto learn new stitches, get help and share ideas. Bring your current project and enjoy a fun and inspiring evening. If you plan to attend, call 724-379-7940.
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2015 SCOUT MALL SHOW - the Mingo Trails District of the Boy Scouts of America 2015 Scout Mall Show and Pinewood Derby will be held at the Washington Crown Center Mall from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Festivities will include High Adventure and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) focused Unit Displays. Other interactive displays include Geocaching, National Youth Leadership Development, Scouting for Food, Order of the Arrow Drum and Dance Native American demonstrations, Scout Memorabilia, First Aid Meets, and much more. FEBRUARY 15
MON VALLEY COIN CLUB MEETING - 2 PM at the Mon Valley Senior Citizens Center in Charleroi. General public are invited. Applications are now being accepted for membership. A 50/50 will be offered along with prizes for kids. For more information, call 724-984-6611.
February 2015 ————————————————————————————————————————— A CONCERT FOR DOUG - sponsored by the West Brownsville American Legion Post 940 and Rev. Doug Quail’s family and friends, including the Bentworth Ministerium Community Choir, from 2 to 6 p.m. in the legion at 800 Middle St. Quail needs a liver transplant and presently is being processed for the life-saving list. He suffers from non-alcoholic cirrhosis. Tickets are $15 per person, which includes a spaghetti dinner. Proceeds will be used to defray Quail’s medical expenses. Tickets will be sold at the legion door or in advance at annettebuffer538@hotmail.com. FEBRUARY 16
SOUTH HILLS ART LEAGUE NEW MEMBER SCREENING - at the Unitarian Church of the South Hills on Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon. Pre-registration for the screening is required. For more information about SHAL and screening details, go to the SHAL website http://southhillsartleague.org/. To pre-register for the screening, contact Anne Trimble, 412-512-8499 or Ann McCartney, acmcart@comcast.net. SOUTH PARK WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING - 7 p.m. in the South Park Community Center, Brownsville Rd. Our program for this meeting will be guest speaker, Robert Burnett, a well known author. Also, come and meet old friends and make new ones. FEBRUARY 17
SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA REGISTERED NURSES CLUB MEETING - 9:30 a.m. at Hamilton Presbyterian Church, 4500 Hamilton Rd., Bethel Park. Speaker is James A. Betler, DO. His topic is “Advancement in Cancer Treatment.” All registered nurses are welcome. Contact Mimi at 412-561-6905 for more information. WEEKLY TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the St. Francis of Assisi Church Finley Hall. 7:15 p.m. for the “Early Bird” games and 7:30 p.m. for the regular bingo. Admission is $6 for 20 regular games and 5 specials. Doors open at 6 p.m. FEBRUARY 19
FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PROGRAM - 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, Venetia, PA. All are welcome. For information, contact Patti at 724-941-6609. WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the Community Center in Fayette City. Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m.
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RETIRED MEN’S LUNCHEON GROUP OF PLEASANT HILLS MEETING - noon in the Fellowship Hall of the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church. Dr. Charles Cline will discuss his experiences as a medical missionary in South America – “Christian Medical Mission in Peru – Poverty with a Smile.” Cost $7. For additional information, or to indicate your intention to attend, call 412-655-2000. Call by February 13 to be included in lunch order. FEBRUARY 20
NORTHERN HEMISPHERE HOODIE HOO DAY - this Valley-wide event will be held at Magic City Square in Charleroi. It features a ritual to help chase winter away by dressing in brightly colored clothing and shouting “Hoodie Hoo” “Hoodie Hoo” – “Hoodie Hoo” in unison to the sky at exactly the stroke of noon. Activities begin at 11 a.m. and merchants and restaurants will be offering Hoodie Hoo discounts and specials. Visit Charleroi Hoodie Hoo Day on Facebook to check for all updates regarding details and sponsorship opportunities that are still available. FEBRUARY 21
SPAGHETTI DINNER - held by Lock # 4 VFC & Charleroi Lodge # 615 Free and Accepted Masons from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Lock # 4 VFC, corner of Orange and Isabella Avenues, North Charleroi. Dinners will include spaghetti, bread, salad and dessert. $7 adults, $5 children 3 - 15 years, free children under 2. For delivery call 724-489-9988. Chinese auction. All proceeds benefit the Lock #4 VFC and The Masonic Lodge of Charleroi #615. FLEA MARKET & SOUP & BAKE SALE - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Riverhill Church Of Christ, 2105 Riverhill Rd., Monongahela. For more information, call Nancy Tencer at 412-302-8359. OLDIES DANCE – at the White Oak American Legion #701 from 7 to 11 pm. The legion is located on Capital St. in White Oak. Admission is still only $5 and all proceeds benefit veterans programs. The kitchen will be open, a 50/50 will be offered, music from the ‘50s and early ‘60s by Candy and Mike. For more information, call 724-984-6611. FEBRUARY 22
SPAGHETTI DINNER TO BENEFIT MITCH ZAVALLO- Noon - 6 p.m. at Bentleyville Fire Hall, 900 Main St. Tickets are $8 per person, includes salad & dessert. Takeouts available. Order tickets by calling 724-986-8279 or 724-366-3918. Chinese auction and half the take, too!
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SOUTH HILLS ART LEAGUE GENERAL MEETING – 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Church of the South Hills on Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon. Carol Skinger, who currently resides in Pittsburgh, will give a presentation about her work. Please direct questions about SHAL and this upcoming meeting to Anne Trimble, 412-512-8499. FEBRUARY 24
WEEKLY TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the St. Francis of Assisi Church Finley Hall. 7:15 p.m. for the “Early Bird” games and 7:30 p.m. for the regular bingo. Admission is $6 for 20 regular games and 5 specials. Doors open at 6 p.m. FEBRUARY 25
SOLID GOLD - at the Hazelkirk American Legion from 7 - 10 p.m. For more information, call Tom at 724-5033031. WEST JEFFERSON HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY PROGRAM – 7 p.m. in the Community Room of the Borough of Jefferson Hills Municipal Center. The February program is “Show and Tell.” Members are invited to share antiques and collections. FEBRUARY 26
MONONGAHELA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP MEETING 7 p.m. in the parlor room of the First Presbyterian Church, Monongahela. Retired social studies teacher Scott Frederick will present, “Monongahela Inventors,” with particular emphasis on Professor William Schick’s flying machine and Fred Cox’s Nerf Football. For more information, visit www.monongahelahistoricalsociety.com or call 724-292-8247.
WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the Community Center in Fayette City. Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m. FEBRUARY 27
A SWEET AND SASSY EVENING: A FIFTY SHADES OF GREY PARTY- at South Park Township Public Library from 7 to 9 p.m. to celebrate the month of love and the release of the Fifty Shades of Grey movie. A little bit of steamy and a few giggles (and maybe a surprise or two) will be brought to you by local romance author, Madeline Hunter. Following Ms. Hunter’s presentation, we will have the opportunity to find our inner seductress with the help of the expert staff at Lolita’s Boutique. There will be plenty of tasteful and fun boutique wares. Registration is appreciated. FEBRUARY 28
BLACK HISTORY MONTH YOUTH PROGRAM – 11 a.m. at St. Paul Baptist Church in Donora. Held by the Education Committee of the Mon Valley NAACP. Young people of all ages are invited to participate in a Saturday interactive program on policing in the Mon Valley. Young people who want to participate in the program will meet at 10 a.m. for brunch and coaching. Registration for the 10 a.m. session is required. Contact H. Murray at hmurray642@aol.com or 412-384-3599. THE COUPON CONNECTION - 10 a.m. at the Monongahela Library. Bring your coupons to share or to sort through the Coupon Box for items you need. For more information call (724) 518-3529, email couponconnectionmv@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/groups/CouponConn ection/.
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Finleyville Woman Who Unknowingly Breaks Law Offers Suggestions for How Public Can Be Better Notified Dear Editor,
‘Banners Across America’ Program Still Taking Applications as Success Grows Dear Editor, We of the American Legion Post 613, in late 2013, took on the project of Banners across America. This program was designed for you to pay tribute to your veterans, both past and present, by honoring them with a banner. This program is ongoing and with your support is continuing to grow. The reason for mounting the banners on utility poles along state route 88 is because state route 88 was dedicated as a Memorial Highway during WWI, which remains that way today. As was mentioned in The Messenger at the onset, these banners will be displayed between Memorial Day and Veterans Day each and every year. There will be no guarantee that each banner placement will be displayed in the same place as it was in a prior year. We owe a debt of thanks to those who participated in the program, especially Finleyville Borough and Union Township road departments, who were instrumental in mounting the banner frames on the utility poles. We would not have had our success without them. It is never too late to honor a veteran. Simply obtain a banner application from the American Legion Post 613 on Washington Ave. in Finleyville, the Union Township municipal building, or the Finleyville Cemetery office. You will need to fill in the application with the information requested and supply a picture of your veteran that will be scanned and returned to you. There is a nominal charge for your options. $45 for one banner 24” x 36” (one-sided display). $80 for two banners 24” x 36” (two-sided display or one large keepsake). $10 for one 12” x 18’ baby banner (keepsake). We will do the rest – frame-building, mounting of the banners, and adding the hardware. Sincerely, Robert Jones, Vice Commander, American Legion Post 613
Westmoreland County Needs To Do More for Monessen Dear Editor, Why is it we never see any kind of assistance and development along the river in Monessen? We are still part of Westmoreland County, aren't we? The only time we see the Westmoreland County commissioners down this way are when there is an election, parade or some other reason to promote themselves. Sincerely, S. Ron Chromulak - Monessen
On January 18, 2015, there was a fire in a mobile home on the street below mine. I had my 89-year-old mother with me at my place and was taking her home. I pulled out onto the road and drove over the charged fire hose. I did not know it was illegal to do this, as I was going in the opposite direction of the fire and did not see the road was blocked off until after I had made this unintentional mistake. One of the firemen screamed at me to “PARK THE CAR AND SHUT THE ENGINE OFF.” I followed his order, but when I asked what I had done, his response was, “What you did was illegal.” Well, I had no idea what I did and I’m sure there are a lot of other drivers out there that are as ignorant as I was about this law. I felt this fireman could have been less arrogant and belligerent and could have explained to me what I had done illegally. I sat there with my mother in the car and waited. They brought back a policeman. I saw no badge and no name tag, as it must have been hidden under his jacket. He was very condescending to me, saying, “What was I thinking, running over the hose, and it’s against the law to do that.” I explained to him that I did not know about the law, it was never presented to me on the drivers’ test nor had anyone ever told me this law existed. He told me the hose is “private property” and I was trying to damage private property. I was not intentionally trying to damage any property, but he should know it is not “private” as he stated, but public property, since my tax dollars and donations support the fire departments. As he was dancing around belittling me, another person
tried to pull out of the same side street I did and they stopped him before he ran over the hose. I asked the policeman, “Why was that person afforded the courtesy of being stopped and I wasn’t?” His answer to me was “Oh, now it’s their fault.” What kind of answer is that to say to someone? I only was pointing out that I wasn’t the only one who wasn’t aware of the law. When I came home after taking my mother home, I looked up on the internet and what that policeman should have told me was that it was dangerous what I had done and that’s why the law exists. It is dangerous for me to drive over the charged fire hose as, had it broke, it could have caused injury to my mother and me, and also the firemen at the nozzle end if the water pressure is compromised. Was I wrong? Yes, I was, and I told the officer I was sorry. Was this handled properly by our public servants? No, I don’t believe belittling people and getting heady about being a figure of authority serves any purpose but to alienate the very people who pay their salaries and who support their organizations. I am writing this letter to inform your readers of my experience so in the future they are aware of this law. Also, I was wrong, but I’m not a criminal, and I should not have been treated as if I were. I was only someone who made a mistake. In the future, especially being there were only two side streets involved in the road block, it would have been to everyone’s benefit if the firemen or police had either posted someone at the intersections or put up cones to let others know that the road was blocked. Cindi Fidago Finleyville (Union Township)
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Elizabeth Volunteer Fire Department #1 Hosts 6th Annual ‘Breakfast with the Firemen’ Fundraiser
Pictured are (l-r): Jeff Harn, Tom Freeman, Elise McLay, Kasey Brown, Bill Brown, Dave Kaminsky, and Lindsey Wood.
By Michelle Taylor Elizabeth Volunteer Fire Department #1, located in Blythdale, is hosting its 6th annual ‘Breakfast with the Firemen’ fundraiser. The event is ongoing, so come on down to the station on Sundays from until March 29 from 8 a.m. – noon for a variety of breakfast goodies. An affordable breakfast is cooked and served by the fire fighters themselves, offering bacon, sausage, eggs cooked any style, toast, hashbrowns, home fries, pancakes, French toast and coffee. A big breakfast meal costs only $7. The proceeds go towards supporting the firefighters and the station.
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Catholic Women’s College Club Celebrates Friendship During Holiday Season The Christmas dinner and meeting of the Catholic Women’s College Club was held on December 1, 2014 at Duke’s Café in Donora. President Lenni Nedley welcomed everyone to the holiday dinner. Karen Harlack, chairwoman for the meeting, asked all in attendance to partake in the celebration of friendship with laughter and hope, the December theme of the club. Debbie Kozar conducted the blessing and the lighting of the advent wreath with a prayer service recited by the members. President Nedley introduced the December committee: Harlack; Kozar; Mary Ducato-Coley; Annetta Ducato; Judy Kovalcik; Barbara Smith; and Sharon Baartoe. Kovalcik gave the invocation and dinner was served. Gift bags filled with religious items and candies, Christmas hymn books and cookie recipe books were at each place setting. Entertainment was provided by Jamie Clement DeRosa who sang a solo titled “Breath of Heaven” and conducted a sing-a-long. The business portion of the meeting was abbreviated so that members could enjoy the festive program prepared for everyone. Kovalcik concluded the meeting with a “Prayer of Christmas Reflection.” The next meeting of the Catholic Women’s College Club will be held on February 2, 2015 in the Anthony Lombardi Conference Center at Mon Valley Hospital.
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Natalie Taylor, 5, of Elizabeth Township enjoys her pancakes at the ‘Breakfast with the Firemen’ fundraiser.
Washington Area Humane Society Plans Fundraisers Valentine’s Day cards are back! For a donation of $5, you can provide a treat for a dog or cat at the shelter and send a valentine to a special person! WAHS will send that person a valentine featuring our shelter dogs and cats and including a greeting from you! The deadline to order your valentines is February 6. Just fill out the online form and submit payment by that time, and we'll ensure all cards are delivered by Valentine's Day! Visit http://washingtonpashelter.org/. Also, look ahead towards March and save the date! WAHS is hosting its Annual Pancake Breakfast once again at the American Legion in Houston on Sunday, March 22 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This delicious fundraiser will feature raffle baskets, a 50/50 raffle, and some surprises! All proceeds benefit Washington Area Humane Society.
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FEBRUARY PROGRAMS AT THE WHITEHALL PUBLIC LIBRARY Whitehall Public Library is located at 100 Borough Park Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 and can be reached at 412-8826622. Listed below are their February programs. Programs are free, but registration is required online at www.whitehallpubliclibrary.org or by calling 412-882-6622. Pleasure on a Plate: The Joy of Comfort Foods Wednesday, February 4 at 1 p.m. Join us for a comforting talk and food demonstration with Chef Ryan of Atria Senior Living. He will dish on the dishes we turn to when under the weather, down in the dumps, or simply to remember meals gone by! Chef Ryan will also provide samples of his recipes during the program so that you may placate your palate. Preschool “STEAM” Workshops Thursday February 5 at 4 p.m. This is a hands-on class for preschoolers ages 3-6, which explores Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematical (STEAM) concepts through picture and non-fiction books, games and related hands on activities. Preschool STEAM emphasizes interactivity and children will explore, make predictions and provide feedback about our topics. The workshops include:
Color Science, BeeBots Robotics, Sink or Float, and the Three Little Pigs Engineering Class.
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Borough of Jefferson Hills Mayor Jan Cmar Issues Proclamations at January 12 Council Meeting
Teddy Bear Sleepover Friday February 6 at 7 p.m. Bring your favorite teddy bear or stuffed friend for some silly stories, special craft and bedtime snack. Just your stuffed animal will stay for the sleepover! Return to the library on Saturday, February 7th between 10 - 11 a.m. to pick up your special friend. Enjoy juice and donuts and see all of the fun photos from the night before. Library Apps for your Tablet & Smartphone Tuesday February 10 at 7 p.m. This will be an information session on library apps available for use on Apple and Android mobile devices. These apps include Zinio, Freegal, Hoopla and Overdrive. With these apps you will be able to borrow magazines, music, movies and more, all from the comfort of your home and all free with your library card. Come learn about these apps and how to download and use them on your device. Be sure to bring your fully charged device, power cord and your library card.
Pictured are (l-r): EMT Brenda Miller; Fire Captain Sean Dornin; Firefighter Dustin Wichelmann; Junior Firefighter Billy Weeks; Junior Firefighter Ben Rosborough; Paramedic/Assistant Chief Michael Horgos; and Mayor Jan Cmar.
At the Council meeting on January 12, Borough of Jefferson Hills Mayor Jan Cmar presented proclamations honoring personnel from the Jefferson Hills Area Ambulance Association and Jefferson Hills Volunteer Fire Company Route 885. On October 2, the Ambulance Association and Fire Company personnel responded to an emergency call for assistance on Andrew Drive for a cardiac arrest. The responding personnel provided life-saving measures to include CPR, defibrillation and airway management, resulting in the patient being successfully resuscitated.
Fundraising Walk Scheduled in March to Benefit Jefferson Hills Teen with Muscular Dystrophy By Christen M. Stroh
West Newton Farmers’ Market Looking for Vendors Downtown West Newton Inc. would like to announce its 3rd Annual Farmers’ Market at Simeral Square, starting this coming June. If you would like to be a vendor at this year’s market, please give us a call at 724-872-0100 for further information on dates and activities that will be taking place this summer. Spaces are limited, so call early to reserve your dates. Our market is open to all, and we are always looking for both big and small vendors for produce, any type of specialty items, handmade items and crafters. If you have something special you would like to sell, give us a call!
Friends and family are holding a benefit fundraising walk for 13-year-old Jesse Lype, a Jefferson Hills resident who has been diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Though muscular dystrophy is a genetic disease that is passed on at birth, Jesse was not diagnosed until the age of 9, partially due to the fact that he had already been diagnosed with both ADHD and autism, and the sympoms of muscular dystrophy were inadvertently Jesse Lype attributed to his autism diagnosis. Jesse is cyber-schooled and enjoys building models, playing video games, and spending time on the computer. The MDA Muscle Walk will be held on March 22, 2015 at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall (The Galleria), 590 Pittsburgh Mills Circle, Tarentum, PA 15084. Patrons who support the cause and Jesse can join the walk, make a donation to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, or both at the following link: http://www2.mda.org/site/TR/Walk/General/2061559637?pg=team&fr_id=1617 9&team_id=45422. Funds raised for Jesse will help to build on decades of MDA research progress and will aid in the search for treatments and cures. They also support MDA’s life-enhancing programs, including state-of-the-art clinics, support groups and MDA summer camp.
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Three Hospitals Promote Heart Health Awareness with “Go Red, Washington County” The three hospitals in Washington County will again team up during National Heart Month (February) for a county-wide education and awareness effort for women and men called “Go Red, Washington County.” Canonsburg Hospital, Monongahela Valley Hospital (MVH) and Washington Health System (WHS) will each host events at their respective facilities on Thursday, Feb. 26 at various times. Offerings include speakers, educational demonstrations, giveaways and more.
Demonstration by MVH Executive Chef Phoebe DiBello, and Clinical Nutrition Manager Michele Pfarr, RD, LDN, with samples afterward. 4:30 p.m. — Innovations in Medicine talk on stroke by Neurologist Pushpa Kumari, M.D. 6 p.m. — Keynote speaker: Craig Wolfley, 12-year veteran of the NFL, former Pittsburgh Steeler, martial arts instructor, former sumo competitor, and TV and radio personality. MVH will also have healthy refreshments, free giveaways and a raffle. Seating is limited; RSVP for MVH events by calling 724-258-1333. Staff at MVH will sell ‘Go Red, Washington County’ gloves and headbands during the event.
Canonsburg Hospital At Canonsburg Hospital, these ‘Go Red’ events will be held from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in the McNary Conference Center, 100 Medical Boulevard: 4 – 6:30 p.m. - Screenings for blood pressure and body mass index (BMI) by Canonsburg Hospital nursing staff; and chiropractic chair massage, with posture and functional movement screenings done by Tyson Swigart, D.C. and staff, Southpointe Chiropractic and Fitness. 4:30 p.m. — “Women and Heart Disease: What You Need to Know,” Travis Wilson, M.D., cardiologist, Canonsburg Hospital, Allegheny Health Network. 5 p.m. — T’ai Ch’i for Stress Relief and Health, talk and demonstration by Gurney Bolster, MA of T’ai C’hi for Health. 5:30 p.m. —“Nutrition for a Healthy Heart,” Mark Davis, RD, LDN, nutritionist, Jefferson Hospital, Allegheny Health Network. 6 p.m. — “Small Changes, Big Results for Your Health,” Margie Webb, RN, LMT, owner of “Ahh...A Massage,” McMurray. All attending the Canonsburg ‘Go Red’ event will be eligible to win an
At Mon Valley Hospital’s Go Red event, MVH Executive Chef Phoebe DiBello will prepare and share samples of hearthealthy recipes including almond snack mix, turkey and wild rice loaf, and roasted carrots, beets and red onion.
iPad® Mini, donated by TownView Health and Rehab. The drawing will be held at the end of the evening. Winner need not be present. For any donation of $5 and up made to the American Heart Association, Washington County, Canonsburg Hospital will be giving away a limited number of red fleece gloves or headbands as a thank you.
Monongahela Valley Hospital At Monongahela Valley Hospital, these events will be held at the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center on the hospital campus, 1163 Country Club Road: 3 - 4:30 p.m. — Free blood pressure screenings and stroke risk assessments. 3:30 p.m. — Heart Healthy Cooking
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Washington Health System Washington Health System (WHS) events will be held Feb. 24 and 26 at the hospital’s Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center, 240 Wellness Way, Washington: Tuesday, Feb. 24, 5-8 p.m. Washington GO RED Girls Night Out at Spa Harmony. Enjoy a mini-spa day while raising money for a good cause. Choose three mini-spa services: massage, reflexology, facials, manicures or pedicures. Cost is $30 per person. RSVP by Wednesday, Feb. 18, or to
purchase a ticket for your sweetheart, call 724-250-5238. Thursday, Feb. 26 – ‘Go Red’ Washington Health System (WHS) events at Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center: 6 - 10 a.m. — Free screenings for the first 100, only $10/per person after that. Must RSVP to 724-250-5210 and must fast for 12 hours prior to the test; take medications as normal and drink plenty of water. 9 - 10 a.m. — Heart Smart Decisions panel discussion with cardiologist, dietitian and exercise physiologist. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. — Heart Healthy Mini Stations, 10-15 minute mini heart healthy sessions on a variety of topics including fitness, nutrition and stress management. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. — Zumbathon. Minimum $5 donation with free gift for all who donate. All donations will be sent to the American Heart Association (AHA). Basket raffles will take place, and tickets are a $5 donation. All proceeds go to AHA. Washington will also sell ‘Go Red’ T-shirts and paper hearts in February, and hospital staff will involve employees with a pie-in-the-doctor’sface contest and an Employee Heart Education event with games and prizes.
MARCH 14 Save the Date! MACC Cash Bash Planned for March 14 The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting an Authentic Coach/Michael Kors/ Cash Bash on Saturday, March 14 at the New Eagle VFD Social Hall. The donation is $25/ ticket and includes dinner and chances to win authentic Coach purses, gift cards, and cash. Doors open at 5 p.m. and drawings will be every 10 minutes. All proceeds benefit Chamber community events. Call 724-258-5919 for more information. To purchase tickets, you may go to our website at www.monongahelaareachamber.org.
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Jefferson Hills EMS Salutes Volunteers’ Devotion Jefferson Hills Area Ambulance Association (JHAAA) celebrated the tireless enthusiastic devotion of several of its volunteer members at its last Board of Directors and Membership Meeting held December 16, with a dinner reception at Jefferson Hospital Bibro Pavilion, Jefferson Hills. Gary B. Vaughan, EMT, of Elrama in Union Township, received JHAAA's "2014 Medical Member of the Year" citation, having donated an incredible 3,345 hours of volunteer time to the Association. Mr. Vaughan, 66, a lifelong public servant of firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical care around the Elrama area for the last 40 years, started with the Elrama Volunteer Fire Company and its volunteer ambulance service in 1974, and now primarily Pictured are (l-r): Robert S. Zirkle, PA-C PHPE NRP, physician assistant, JHAAA Medical Coordinator; works with JHAAA's wheelchair and Mr. Vaughan, EMT (Life Member); Mrs. Stanton, EMT (Life Member); Linda J. Carlson, JHAAA stretcher van operations. He offers a President (Life Member); Mr. Frye, EMT; Mrs. Gibson, RN-paramedic; Mrs. Vargo; and Mr. Madaras, NRP, JHAAA Assistant Medical friendly face, warm smile, and safe Coordinator. Not pictured: Mr. Bahur, EMT and Mr. Milliron, EMT, JHAAA Board Secretary (Life Member). attentive convalescent trips to and from hospitals, dialysis centers, and physiipality every fall. Several serve as reserve responders from home back filling our cians’ offices for those whose health have rendered them non-ambulatory. "2014 Non-Medical Member of the Year" was awarded to Sherry L. Vargo, of stations to assure additional ambulances are ready during times of high 911 call Forward Township, who availed an amazing 600 hours of her time to greeting cus- volumes, such as during severe weather and multi-casualty accidents. Recognized were Zachary T. Bahur, EMT, of Pleasant Hills; Edward M. Frye tomers, answering telephones, and performing a myriad of clerical tasks to assist Sr., EMT, of Elrama in Union Township; Sheryl A. Gibson, RN nurse-paramedic, billing operations at JHAAA's business office. Six volunteer medical members were presented special commendations for of North Huntingdon; Jonathan A. Madaras, NRP (nationally registered para"2014 Exceptional Volunteer Service to our Communities," filling many functions medic), of Gastonville in Union Township; William H. Milliron, EMT, of Floreffe that extends JHAAA's outreach into our 911 primary response area of Jefferson in Jefferson Hills; and Marlene A. Stanton, EMT, a life member of JHAAA since Hills, West Elizabeth, and Forward and Union Townships. Their time assures 1976, of Floreffe in Jefferson Hills. JHAAA is a combination career and volunteer EMS company always looking for JHAAA's presence by providing first aid services on-site at community fairs, firefighter carnivals, fireworks displays, and athletic competitions; by distributing genuinely interested, civic-minded people who wish to share their compassion for candy to youth through Halloween patrols and summer parades; by participating others and to give back a part of themselves to our communities as volunteer in commemorative affairs through funeral details and honoring our nation's vet- ambulance crew members. Inquire for training requirements and membership erans at Memorial Day events; and by hosting free flu shot clinics in each munic- details by calling 412-384-0111.
FEBRUARY 2015 EVENTS AT BETH ISRAEL CENTER SYNAGOGUE Beth Israel Center Synagogue is located at 115 Gill Hall Road at the border of Pleasant Hills and Jefferson Hills. Contact the office at 412 655 2144 for more information. Friday, February 6 and 10 at 7:30 p.m., Rabbi Amy Greenbaum will conduct services. Sunday morning, February 22 at 10:30 a.m., the Beth Israel Center Adult Lecture Series will have Rabbi Mark Mahler as a guest speaker. He will discuss entrance to the Kaballah. The series is sponsored by Arthur and Rachel Weinblum in memory of Rose and Siggy Weinblum. All lectures are free and open to the public. For this lecture, please RSVP to 412-655-2144. Refreshments will be served after the lecture.
1st Annual Taste of the Town Planned for Rostraver Twp. Mark your calendar for the 1st Annual Taste of the Town Food Festive, presented by the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce, Sunday, March 22 at the Rostraver Central Fire Hall. Doors open at 2 p.m. and this event is open to the public. A sampling of items prepared by local restaurants, pubs, caterers, bakeries, confectioners, grocers and others will be offered to attendees. The event will also include a Taste of the Town raffle basket, door prizes and 50/50. Local radio personality and chef Mario Porrecca will serve as the event emcee and will have copies of his cookbooks available for purchase. Tickets are $20 each or 2 for $35 and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased by calling the GRC at 724-929-3329, emailing grcoc1@comcast.net, or using the secure Paypal feature on the Chamber website at http://greaterrostraverchamber.org/Taste-of-the-Town.htm. Tickets will be sent to you via mail once payment is received.Tickets will not be sold at the door. If you are a food vendor wanting information about participation, please call the GRC at 724-929-3329. Limited vendor space is available at this time.
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Civil War Exhibit Schedule in Donora Continues to Unfold Plans are still coming together for the Heinz History Center’s traveling Civil War exhibit by the Donora Historical Society – “The Civil War in Pennsylvania” as we continue to add interested presenters and groups who want to participate during the six-week event. The 500-square-foot exhibit will be held in partnership with the Donora Public Library and will be displayed in the lower level community room for six weeks starting on March 20, 2015 – the timeframe coincides with the 150th anniversary of the ending of the Civil War with the surrender of the Confederate States Army to the Union Army at the Appomattox Court House. “The Civil War in Pennsylvania” exhibit features four lifelike museum figures, plus a companion Dog Jack, along with artifacts, previously unseen photographs, and large museum panels describing Pennsylvania’s contributions to the Civil War. The exhibit also features several artifacts that illustrate Pennsylvania’s role on both the battlefield and the home front and will also cover a variety of topics, all told from a Western PA perspective. Issues related to slavery, the efforts on the home front, the importance of women, the role of Pittsburgh as the ‘Arsenal of the Union,’ and the impact of the Battle of Gettysburg will be addressed. School groups and other social group are strongly encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity and schedule their visit ASAP. If any individuals or groups are interested in participating in any capacity, please contact the Historical Society to schedule their group or to offer their ideas, or check the website for the schedule of events as it continues to unfold. Also, if any individual or company would like to be a sponsor to help fund additional events during the exhibit, contact the Historical Society for sponsorship opportunities that also benefits the Library. Please check our website www.DonoraHistoricalSociety.org and click on the “Civil War Exhibit” tab for pictures and descriptions of the exhibit and the schedule of events.
Springtime Celebration Craft Show Slated for March 28 A Springtime Celebration Craft Show benefitting Angel Wings from the Heart will be held on Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Brentwood VFW on SR 51. Free admission, plenty of parking, handicap accessible. Come and buy your Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, wedding, shower and new baby gifts from crafters with unique, one-of-a-kind hand-made items. We are also accepting any wedding gowns, thread, trim, leftover amounts on Joann’s, Michael’s and Pat Catan’s gift cards and more. Any donation gets you a ticket for one of our raffle baskets. See us on Facebook at Angel Wings from the Heart or contact Denise at deedee.desiderio@gmail.com with any questions.
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Charthene Club Selects December and January Girls of the Month
The ladies of Charthene include front row; left to right: Joanne Pireaux; Ruth Karlowsky; Jane Dorincz; June Hopkins; Mary Ann Forlini and Patty Mason. Back row; left to right: Diane Nonack; Deborah Raicos; Barbara Pepper; Mareen Lindsay; Deena Issi; Sarah Jane Torbert and Judy Curl.
Laine Mosco has been selected as the January Girl of the Month by the Charthene Club. Laine is a senior highest honor student at Charleroi Area High School. She serves as Student Council president, National Honor Society secretary, Class Executive Committee vice president, and Future Business Leaders of America president. She is also a member of Student Forum and Homecoming Court. Laine participates in the school blood drive, Charleroi Clean Up Day, and Relay for Life. She was the Charleroi School Board Student Representative during her junior year. She volunteers as a student helper for Midget League Cheer. She is employed at Gyros by Laine Mosco George. Her awards include the Rensselaer Medal for outstanding academic achievement in math and science, the Bausch and Lomb Medal for excellence in science, and the Hugh O'Brien Youth Leadership Award. Laine is the daughter of Ray and Tracy Mosco. Her future plans are to attend a university to major in biomedical engineering. Meghan Newstrom has been selected as the December Girl of the Month by the Charthene Club. Meghan is a senior honor student at Charleroi Area High School. She participates in the school musical, choir, show choir, marching band, jazz band, ski club and drama club. Meghan takes piano and voice lessons. She participates at her church in the youth group, volunteering as a counselor at Camp Carmel. She belongs to her church Bible club, alter serves, and sings during services. Meghan is the daughter of Terrance and Monique Newstrom. Her future plans include studying music at college.
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Charleroi and Donora Rotary Clubs Celebrate Holiday Season
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The Rotary Clubs of Charleroi and Donora joined together for a Holiday Party on Thursday, December 11 at the Back Porch Restaurant in Speers. Past District Governor Andy Uram of the Washington Rotary Club was among the guests present for the annual dinner party. The festive mood of the evening was further enhanced with the naming of Dr. Michael Rupert as a Paul Harris Fellow. Mike is a past president and has been an active member of the Charleroi club for many years. He has participated in many local projects and district events. In other news, several members of the Charleroi Club participated in the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign. The collection took place on December 5 and was held on Fallowfield Ave. at Celebrations which is owned by Janet Rands. The club thanks Janet for providing the space and thanks the members who helped in this worthy effort. The Charleroi Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at the Back Porch restaurant in Lower Speers. Meetings begin at noon and are held in the Side Door meeting rooms. For membership or program information, please contact Steve Arnowitz at 412-389-2096 or John Helfenstein at 724-494-3195.
West Newton Library Seeking Donations for Jewelry Sale The West Newton Library needs your help! We are actively seeking donations for our 3rd Annual Jewelry Sale this summer. We would love to have your donations of any vintage, antique, modern, costume, or rhinestone jewelry. All proceeds raised from the sale benefits the library 100%. All donations are tax-deductible. Please call us at 724-972-3229 to let us know what you have.
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Pictured are (l-r): Brownsville Mayor Lester Ward; Jack Lawver, council person; Ernie Magario, treasurer of the fire company; Chip Giannetti, owner of Phil Giannetti Motors; and Rachael McCune, owner of MGM Service. PHOTO CREDIT: WAYNE E. RAY, SNAPSHOT 47 PHOTOS.
The Hiller VFC 73rd Annual Recognition Banquet was recently held at the fire company social hall. During the evening, appreciation plaques were presented to sponsors of the fire company's annual hog roast. There were five sponsors, which included all of the following: Brownsville Borough represented by Lester Ward, mayor, and Jack Lawver, council; Davis & Davis, Attorneys at Law (not present for the photo); MGM Services, Rachael McCune, owner; NAPA Auto Parts, Carl Dellapenna (not present for the photo); and Phil Giannetti Motors, Chip Giannetti, owner. The hog roast is one of the main fund raisers for the fire company and is held every year on the first Saturday of August. Also during the evening, the fire company line officers and the administration officers for the year 2015 were recognized. 2015 line officers were: Scott Dolan, Chief; Terry Dolan, 1st Asst. Chief; John Victor, 2nd Asst Chief; Dan Victor Jr., Captain; Ron Herrington, 1st Lieutenant; Jim Bailey, 2nd Lieutenant; Bob Miller, Fire Police Captain; Moe Crawford, Fire Police Lieutenant; and Marko Reese, Safety Officer. 2015 administrative officers were: Bill Herrington, President; Tom Wright, Administrative Vice President; Greg Bailey, Operations Vice President; Terry Dolan, Financial Secretary; Joe Condoluci, Recording Secretary; Ernie Magario, Treasurer; Dan Victor Sr, Inner Guard; and Jarrett Miller, Chaplain. Greg Bailey, Bill Herrington, and Tom Wright were announced as the 2015 Trustees as well as Bryan Anderson, Ann Dugan, Ron Herrington, Ernoie Magario, Gary Smith, and Jason Schmotzer as the 2015 Grille Committee. The 2015 officers for the Hiller Volunteer Fire Company Ambulance Service were: Vicki Dolan, Commander; Amy Anderson, Administrative Vice Commander; and Joey Pordash, Operations Vice Commander. The 2015 officers for the Hiller Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary were: Patty Victor, President; Cheryl Golembiewski, Vice President; Kate Rowe, Secretary; and Patty Bienkoski, Treasurer. Also during the evening a number of service pins were presented for years of volunteer service to the fire company or the ladies auxiliary: Fire Company: Bill Herrington, 40-year pin; Ron Herrington, 20-year pin; John Dolan, 5-year pin; and Jason Schmotzer, 5-year pin. Ladies Auxiliary: Cheryl Golembiewski, Diane Sharidan, and Angie Stiner all recived 5-year pins. Junior Firefighter Katelyn Lenkey was also recognized.
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North Belle Vernon Community Bank Park Renovation Project Ready and Waiting for Spring Weather The North Belle Vernon Community Bank Park Renovation Project is in place and set, ready for the weather to break this spring to get started. Other than the addition of the youth synthetic soccer field and street/Dek hockey court, the renovation project will enhance some of the already existing attractions. The children’s playground area will be modernized and updated according to American Disabilities Act (ADA) and American playground standards, the restroom facilities will become ADA -friendly, and new LED lighting will take the place of the stadium lights that now exist but do not work. Additionally, the horse shoe pits and the grass volley ball court will be upgraded. New 20-foothigh fencing will surround the youth soccer field on three sides and the hockey court will be completely engulfed within a 12-foot-high fence. Both the youth soccer field and the hockey court will have 60-inch high safety padding to keep all participants safe for both sports. Youth sporting organizations have already inquired into using the facility as both a practice and or game facility. The BVA high school soccer teams will use the facility for practices and 3V3 games. Companies, multi-families, and organizations have asked about the availability to hold company/employee picnics at the park. Summer-long special programs including cooking classes, arts and crafts workshops, and outdoor exercise classes, movies in the park at night, concerts, and fundraisers. These attractions and other festivities promise to make the NBV – Community Bank Park one of the premier attractions in the Mon Valley. Visitors are expected to exceed 16,000 per year. Borough officials are initiating drug and vandalism fighting actions for the park. There will be a heavy presence of both uniformed and plain clothes police officers at the park at any given time. Other law enforcement agencies will also be asked to run drug busting operations at the NBV-Community Bank Park to insure the safety of all participants. The park itself is completely fenced in and is under 24/7-hour surveillance via cameras. The newly renovated outdoor facility will provide local businesses a great opportunity to increase their customer base by advertising their business at the park. Four different advertising/marketing packages are in place for companies of different sizes can utilize the park to increase their customer base. With the customer demographics being widely varied, the NBV – Community Bank Park will be an advantage to many different local businesses in the Mon Valley.
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February Happenings at the Monessen Public Library & Cultural Center February is “I Love My Library Month” at Monessen Public Library & Cultural Center. Please make a point to stop in to see what the library has to offer. There are books, magazines, DVDs and other materials to borrow. Our Children’s Room has been reorganized, and the library offers study and meeting rooms for groups and individuals. The fireplace area is perfect for reading the local and national newspapers. There is a continuous book sale offering gently used volumes. The Pennsylvania Room has many genealogical resources for studying family history. The library offers free WiFi for patrons with a current library card. Various programs are held in the library during the year. Keep current on events by picking up a copy of the library newsletter each month. Visit the library often! The Children’s StoryTime Program will offer two programs during the month of February. On Monday, February 9, at 6 p.m., preschool children can hear a Valentine’s Day story and create their own unique valentine. On Monday, February 16, at 6 p.m., a salute to Presidents’ Day will take place with a fun story and patriotic craft. Weather permitting, Claire McMullen will host her monthly “Beginning Genealogy Class” on Saturday, February 14, at 11 a.m. in the PA Room. The Mon Valley Genealogy Forum will meet on Monday, February 16, at 5:30 p.m. in the PA Room. They will review the many new genealogical books added to the PA Room collection in the past year. There will also be a discussion of family history topics in the news. MPL raffle tickets for $1400 are available at the Circulation Desk for a donation of $2 each.
Save the Date! Friends of South Park Oldies Dance Slated for March 14 The Friends of South Park will be holding a BYOB Oldies Dance on Saturday, March 14 from 7 – 11 p.m. at the Home Economics Building in South Park. Proceeds go towards projects that will benefit the beautification of South Park. The Dance will include music, mixers, snacks, desserts, door prizes and a catered dinner by "Our Little Secret" restaurant featuring their famous chicken parmesan. Tickets are $25/person and can be purchased at the South Park County Park Office or by calling Sharon Adams at 412-897-2403.
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WCCF Receives $81,500 in Contributions from Northwest Savings Bank
Heart Health Awareness Event Thurs., Feb. 26, 3-7 p.m.
Monongahela Valley Hospital Free admission, parking and refreshments
3-4:30 p.m.
Northwest Savings Bank Washington Branch Manager Kim Shoup and Vice President and Washington County Area Manager Christopher Claspy with WCCF Trustee Judge Thomas Gladden.
Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) recently received a total of $81,500 in contributions from Northwest Savings Bank in support of local education programs, making the bank the single largest contributor to the Foundation’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) programs in 2014. Through the Commonwealth’s EITC program, a $15,000 gift was made to the EIO Fund (which awards grants to innovative programs at local public schools), a $10,000 gift was made to the EPK Fund (which awards need-based scholarships to students attending qualifying preschool programs), and a $6,500 gift was made to the ESO Fund (which provides need-based scholarships to students attending non-public K-12 schools). Additionally, a $50,000 gift was made to the EOS Fund, which awards scholarships to financially needy students who reside within the boundary of a “lowachieving” school to attend a participating non-public school or a participating public school outside of the recipient’s school district of residence through the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development’s OSTC program.
Blood pressure screening, stroke risk assessments
3:30 p.m.
Cooking demo with samples
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Innovations talk: Stroke
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“Physical Fitness and Heart Health,” by keynote speaker Craig Wolfley, former Pittsburgh Steeler and TV and radio personality.
Reservations required, call 724-258-1333.
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2nd Annual ‘Frosty Frolic’ Seeks Participants to Benefit Scholarship Funds Most area residents may be sick of winter by now, but on Saturday, February 7, the California Area School District Foundation hopes people will embrace the freezing temperatures and jump into the Mon River to help provide scholarships and grants for its students. The second annual “Frosty Frolic – Winter River Romp” is open to all ages. The registration fee for an individual is $10, or $20 for a “wade-in-only” option. All registrants will receive an event t-shirt. Teams of river rompers are also being formed. Event organizers will offer prizes at three levels for the most money raised by various groups, including Cal U students, California High School students, and alumni and community participants. Prizes for best costumes will also be awarded. The event will be held on Water Street in Coal Center where changing tents will be available. Registration for the frosty fun begins at 1 p.m. with costume judging at 1:20 p.m. and plunging commencing at 1:30 p.m. Participants are not required to dunk their heads in the water. The Foundation is also seeking sponsors at various levels to help offset expenses of insurance, tents and prizes. Registration forms, pledge sheets, sponsor forms and releases are available by contacting Lisa Buday at 724-938-1355 or sending an email to monriverromp@gmail.com.
ROSTRAVER TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY NEWS The Rostraver Township Historical Society's Executive Board met on January 8, 2015 at the old Fells Methodist Church. Charles McCormick and Stewart Boyd will be securing and arranging a schedule of interesting and educational programs for the coming year. Rostraver Township, the “Gem of the Monongahela Valley,” is looking for people interested in the history of the township, formed in 1771 in Bedford County. The next RTHS Executive Board meeting is scheduled for February 12 at 6 p.m. at the old Fells Methodist Church, 800 Fellsburg Road in Fellsburg.
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Valentine’s Night Walk Scheduled at Mingo Creek Park Bring your sweetie or the family for an unguided luminary night walk on a portion of the paved walking trail in Mingo Creek Park on Friday evening, February 13. The trail will be glowing with decorated luminaries. After the walk, enjoy a warm cup of hot cocoa around a bright and cozy campfire at Shelter 4. Dress for the weather. The Valentine’s Night Walk will begin at 6:30 p.m., Shelter 4 in Mingo Creek Park. There is no fee for this program. Pre-registration is required and can be made by calling the Washington County Parks & Recreation Office at 724-228-6867. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington, PA off of Route 136.
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American Legion Holds Fish Fries During Lent American Legion Post 760, 2409 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park, will be holding a fish fry starting Ash Wednesday, February 18, from 4 - 8 p.m. and every Friday during Lent, including Good Friday. Menu includes baked or fried fish, shrimp, pierogies, mac 'n' cheese, homemade coleslaw and haluski, homemade potato chips, and fresh-cut French fries. Dine in or takeout available by calling 412-835-9690.
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2015 Shelter Rentals Available at Washington County Parks
FEBRUARY NEWS FROM THE MONESSEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation began accepting 2015 shelter reservations for Mingo Creek, Ten Mile Creek and Cross Creek County Parks on Monday, January 12, 2015. Parks and Recreation is located in Room 705 of the Washington County Courthouse Square. Office hours are Monday - Friday 9 a. m. 4:30 p.m. Beginning February 2, reservations will also be accepted by phone with a credit card. Reservations are on a "first come, first serve" basis. Payment in full is due at the time of reservation. Permit applications are available at the following locations in Washington County: • Bentleyville Library • Brownsville Municipal Building • Burgettstown Borough Building • California Borough Building • Canonsburg Borough Building • Charleroi Chamber • Cross Creek Township Building • Donora Borough Building • Agway, Eighty Four • Giant Eagle, Finleyville • McDonald Borough Building • Monongahela Borough Building • Peters Township Municipal Building • Washington County Chamber of Commerce Washington County Park Shelter Permit Applications are also available online in a PDF form at www.co.washington.pa.us. Locate the menu on the left of the page, go to ‘Departments’, scroll to ‘Parks & Recreation’ and click on ‘2015 Shelter Permit Application’ to print an application. If you would like more information, please contact the Washington County Department ofParks and Recreation at 724-228-6867.
Dr. Malcolm Weiss has loaned several pieces of his art collection to the Monessen Heritage Museum. The works are pieces showcasing Southwestern Pennsylvania‘s rich industrial heritage. Visit the museum to view this set of artwork; he will rotate different pieces in the coming months. The annual Spring Ethnic Exhibit at the Monessen Heritage Museum will open in March and honor the Finnish immigrants to the Greater Monessen area. Anyone wishing to loan or donate items or photographs for the exhibit is asked to contact the museum at 724-684-8460 or bring them during regular business hours, Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Membership renewals are due for the Greater Monessen Historical Society. Membership runs a calendar year of January - December, and each member receives four issues of the society newsletter, “Mon Valley Historian.” Memberships are $15 per year for an individual, $20 for a family, or $50 for a business. Friend us on Facebook! Follow our events and see photographs of our programs. We also have a webpage located at www.monessenhistoricalsociety.com. When preparing for spring cleaning, please remember to donate unique historical items that tell local history, showcase our industrial past or reflect on our immigrant roots to the Greater Monessen Historical Society.
Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Elizabeth Youth Baseball/ Softball Associations By Charlotte Hopkins On February 8, the Forward Township Athletic Association will hold a pancake breakfast fundraiser at the Elizabeth Borough Firefighters Bingo Hall. The pancake breakfast will include a bake sale that will run from 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Tickets will cost $6 and those who present their church bulletin will receive a $1 discount. Money raised from the sale will benefit the 2015 baseball/softball season.
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Devin Laux, of Forward Township, is just one of the youth whose baseball teams will benefit by the community pancake breakfast and bake sale on February 8.
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Let's Talk Real Estate by ROGER DOLANCH Broker/Owner
2015: A Good Year for Real Estate Housing analysts, economists and the real estate community at large have high hopes for 2015. The real estate market is expected to gain momentum this year for several reasons. Here are a few: 1. Millennial force: Younger professionals are having more luck in the job market, which is anticipated to be the driving force for them to become homeowners. Jobs for Millennials — particularly those aged 25 to 29 — has risen by 3% nationally. According to some forecasts, Millennials are expected to drive two-thirds of new household formations over the next five years. 2. Home prices stabilize: Home prices are expected to continue to edge up in 2015, with realtor.com® predicting a 4.5% gain. 3. Mortgage rates rising: Over the last several months we have seen interest rates dip below 4% for people with
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good credit scores. That lowered borrowing costs for both home buyers and homeowners seeking to refinance. However, we don’t expect the low rates to last much longer. Freddie Mac projects mortgage rates will likely average 4.6% and possibly inch up to 5% by the end of 2015. 4. Return of the 3% down payment: New programs are popping up to help more buyers break into home ownership with lower down payments. In early December, Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae both announced conventional loan programs that allow qualified first-time buyers to secure a fixed-rate mortgage with as little as 3% down. Additionally, the FHA, VA and USDA loan programs all offer their own special low or no down payment programs too. The easing of loan standards across the board and offering a wider selection of loan programs will likely encourage more buyers to enter the market. 5. New-home sales rebound: National Association of REALTORS® projects single-family housing starts to rise in 2015 by an amazing 25%. 6. Foreclosures recede to pre-recession levels: The number of foreclosures is expected to continue to fall in 2015. Foreclosure filings were on the decline for most of 2014. Foreclosure filings fell about 172% nationally, compared to the same period during 2013, according to RealtyTrac data. There has, however, been a 5% increase in foreclosure auctions over one year ago. 7. Drop in oil prices will boost housing: Oil prices have plunged 45% since June! This inadvertently provides a “lift” to the housing market. While the drop in oil
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prices is typically linked to a reduction in driving-related expenses, it clearly also reduced energy-related expenses for residential real estate. 8. Rent rises to outpace home-value growth: Rents likely will continue to rise. An increase in rental costs has the potential to outpace annual home-price gains. Expect the rental market to become more of a “landlord’s market” in 2015, with vacancy rates expected to stay below 5% in the new year, according to NAR. 9. Stronger economy leads to greater confidence: A stronger economy will likely lead to more demand for housing in 2015. “Overall, the economy finally appears to be gaining enough momentum to help provide the support that the housing market has needed for stronger recovery,” says Sam Khater, deputy chief economist at CoreLogic. “The combination of stronger employment growth and especially Millennial job growth makes for solid footing for the real estate market. Moreover, the recent drop in oil prices cannot be overstated, because not only does it directly lower the transportation and home energy costs for households, but it also improves consumer confidence. And confident consumers are more likely to spend on big ticket a item, which is sweet music to the ears of the real estate market.” Finleyville 724-348-7470 Belle Vernon 724-929-2180 McMurray 724-941-8680
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Belle Vernon Area Reality Tour Scheduled for February 9th Wash Arts Receives Funding From Benedum Foundation
Pictured is one the dramatic scenes from the Belle Vernon Area Reality Tour. The tour is a national award-winning parent and child drug prevention program open to students from all area school districts. The reality program is recommended for students ages 10 to 17, and all students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The tour is held the second Monday of each month, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Belle Vernon Area High School. Download a registration form at the website www.realitytour.org, or email bellevernonarearealitytour@gmail.com for more information. Pre-registration is required.
The Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation recently approved a $200,000 grant to the Washington Community Arts and Cultural Center (Wash Arts) for the formation of a Rural Arts Collaborative (RAC) in southwest Pennsylvania. Wash Arts will serve as the convener and fiduciary manager of the grant. Three arts organizations were selected to receive funding from this grant including Wash Arts-Washington, Fayette County Cultural Trust-Connellsville, and the Monon CenterGreensboro. Funds will be used to implement this project in Washington, Fayette and Greene Counties. With the assistance of the Intermediate Unit 1, this project will be able to identify a roster of local teaching artists in all three counties, and coordinate placement of those artists in classrooms and out of school settings. Because of the location of each of the three arts organizations, Wash Arts will be able to work with more school districts and administrators and introduce them to the concept, while at the same time, form a collaborative group of local teaching artists representing all three counties.
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BRENTWOOD LIBRARY EVENTS FOR FEBRUARY Brentwood Public Library is located at 3501 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, and can be reached at 412-882-5694. Below is the schedule of February events. The Brentwood Library is closed Monday, February 18 for Presidents’ Day. MONDAYS: 11 a.m. - Musical Monday: Great for children aged 2-5. It’s a lively program full of dancing, singing, playing instruments and FUN! 2 p.m. - Movie Monday: Watch a feature length film that was recently released to DVD while enjoying some light snacks. 6 – 8 p.m. - Crafter’s Circle: Join fellow area crafters to work on projects, learn a new craft, or share your crafting knowledge. TUESDAYS: 9 a.m. - Wise Walk Indoors: Join us in the Program Room to walk along with a video. No need to register - just come. 9:40 a.m. - Sit-N-Fit: This is a great program for seniors or anyone who is unable to exercise due to physical limitations. Build your strength and endurance to keep active. 10:30 a.m. - Let’s Learn: For 3-, 4-, and 5-year-olds designed to get kids ready for kindergarten. Important skills like cutting, letter recognition, and following directions are a part of our new program. Themerelated songs, stories, activities and rhymes will reinforce these skills. Children attend this program alone, but caregivers must remain in the library. No registration is required. 2 p.m. - Classic Movie: We will be showing an award-winning movie from the early days of film. Stop by the library to pick up a calendar to find out what we are showing this week.
WEDNESDAYS: 10 a.m. - Patron Birthday Party: Come the second Wednesday of each month to celebrate a birthday! Enjoy doughnuts, coffee, and good company, and receive a small gift if it’s your month. All you have to do is put your name on our birthday calendar. 11 a.m. - Game Day, February 11 and 25: We play all kinds of group/interactive games while enjoying yummy treats and lots of laughs. Bring a friend if you want, and come on out for a great time! 3:30 p.m. - Read Me a Story Elementary Storytime: The first Wednesday of every month is a storytime designed specifically for children in grades K -5. Every month will have its own unique theme for the stories, craft and activities. In February, our theme will be espionage. THURSDAYS: 10 a.m. - Book Babies: For little ones from birth to 18 months and their caretakers. This is a time to introduce your baby to many important pre-literacy skills through songs, rhymes, and stories. 11 a.m. - Toddler Tales: Stories, songs and finger plays. We will also have a craft time and play time when time allows. Join in the fun. 2 p.m. - Bingo: The 3rd Thursday of every month we have BINGO! 3:30 p.m. - Lego Club Light: It’s a whole hour just for building with Legos! No registration required – just show up and get creative! This program is for children in grades K – 5. BOOK CLUBS: Monday, February 9, 1 p.m. - Romance Book Club: Meets once a month and reads romance! To join, tcall the library at 412-882-5694 and ask for Connie.
Preschool Story Hour at St. Elizabeth Elementary School St. Elizabeth Elementary School will hold a preschool story hour open to the public on Wednesday, March 4 from 1-2 p.m. Any child that is 3 years old and older (and potty trained) is welcome to attend! We will have great stories followed by some fun activities. Children can be dropped off after signing in with one of the preschool teachers. Parents can stay, but it’s not necessary. If you have any questions, please call Sue Lydon at 412-881-2958 or email slydon@st-elizabeth.org. We look forward to seeing you there!
Wednesday, February 11, 3:30 p.m. Elementary Book Club: Meets on the second Wednesday of every month. Join us for a snack, engaging craft and a chance to talk about the latest book we read! To join, call the library at 412-882-5694 and ask for Kristin. Wednesday, February 11, 6 p.m. Classics Book Club: Meets once a month to discuss a piece of classic literature the members have read from the month before. Stop by the library to reserve your copy of this month’s selection. Tuesday, February 17, 6:30 p.m. Cooks’ Book Club: This group is for cooks of ALL ages and ALL skill levels! We work with a new theme each month. You supply the food; the library supplies drinks, dishes, utensils, etc. The library also makes cook books available according to each theme. Join us! Call Tracy at 412882-5694. Monday, March 9, 6:30 p.m. - Time Travelers Book Club: This book club meets every 6 weeks and usually reads historical fiction. Tuesday, March 10, 1 p.m. - Mystery Book Club: Join Joanne for this lively discussion of a popular mystery book. Call
Joanne at the library at 412-882-5694 to sign up. SPECIAL EVENTS: Sunday, February 1, 7 & 15, 12:30 p.m.: Oscar Movie: On Sundays during the month of February, we will show an Oscar-nominated movie. On the first Sunday we will show last year’s Oscar winner for Best Picture. Sunday, February 22, 6 p.m.: Night at the Oscars: We will roll out the red carpet to watch the Oscars Hollywood style! Join us for an evening of fun! You can dress for the event if you like! Wednesday, February 18, 6:30 p.m. Family Storytime: Wear your pajamas we’ll read stories, sing lullabies and have cookies and milk to get the kiddos all ready for bed. This story time is geared toward families with children aged 0 - 6. Feel free to bring you favorite stuffed animal! Friday, February 27, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Computer Class: The fourth Friday of every month we offer a computer class. This month’s class is OPAC and My Account. This 2-hour course will focus on how to use the online catalog.
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FEBRUARY EVENTS AT CLAIRTON LIBRARY Clairton Public Library is located at 616 Miller Ave., Clairton. Call 412-233-7966 for details on any library program. Local Artists… Start Getting Ready We’re making plans for the Annual Spring Art Show. Local artists are invited to display their works, so start getting your paintings, photographs, sculptures, drawings, prints, and other work ready for display. We welcome previous and new participants. Registration forms will be available soon. Cruise down the Rhine River (Travelogue) Tired of winter? The pictures and narrative of this trip start in July with the sites of sunny Amsterdam. After that, we will leisurely cruise down the Rhine. There’s a stop to visit the working windmills in Kinderdijk, quaint houses and shops in Koblenz, touring the ancient Marksburg Castle, Heidelberg’s unique architecture. Have a guide tell about the wonders of the spectacular cathedrals in Cologne and Strasbourg, France, while enjoying the delightful river scenery all the way to Basel, Switzerland. Our travelogue will take place at the library on Tuesday, February 24th from 1 – 2 p.m. There will be a question and answer session after the travelogue while we enjoy cookies and punch. Cuddle Time Children from birth to two years of age can enjoy learning the rhythm and cadence of storybook language. Every child needs to be accompanied by an (adult) lap to cuddle on. This activity takes place at the library every Tuesday. Wise Walk We walk, rain or shine on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. Walk at your own
pace, but join us this Saturday at our starting point, 616 Miller Ave. Bottled water and healthy snacks provided. Why not bring a friend? Stories for Tots On Wednesday mornings, toddlers ages 2 and up are invited to a storytime plus a fun and educational group activity. Bring your child at 10 a.m. for important and fun experiences with book learning. Don’t forget to bring your library card to select books to take home to enjoy. Kids after School Older children are invited to the library every other Monday from 3:30 – 4 p.m. for adult-led reading activities along with the kids from Sisters’ Place. Inquire at the main desk for details. Book Clubs for Adults Our library hosts two book clubs, one on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. and the other on every third Monday at 9 a.m. Anyone interested in joining may request a copy of the month’s book at the main desk or just drop in at book club time. Join us for a stimulating book chat along with coffee and snacks. Game Day Every third Saturday the library schedules a children’s game day. Many board games are provided, and all school-aged students are welcome to participate. Noon – 2 p.m. Literary Feast We’re collecting recipes for a library cookbook. Please contribute your best recipes for any kind of food. Bring or mail them to the library. Include your first and last names as you would want them printed in the cookbook. Come on, let’s have a feast!
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NEWS FROM THE DONORA HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND SMOG MUSEUM The next presentation at the Donora Historical Society is scheduled for Saturday, February 7 at 1 p.m., weather permitting, and is titled “Greetings from Donora.” It will showcase vintage postcards of Donora and the stories behind them. The presentations for March and April will not be held at the Smog Museum. We are encouraging all to attend the Civil War presentations instead, some of which will be presented by local historical societies from Donora, Monongahela and Monessen. CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! If you have an interest in history, research, archiving, fundraising, working with students of all ages, working on some amazing projects, or working with people from all over the world, we may have an opportunity for you at the Donora Historical Society. We are always on the lookout for individuals who can help promote and advance the Society. A full list of our accomplishments for 2014 and projects for 2015 can be found on our website by clicking on the “About Us” page. Due to the success of our fourth annual Cement City Home and Walking Tour held last October 2014,
we will be hosting two tours in 2015, the first of which will be held on Sunday, May 3rd at 1 p.m. The other will be held in October. If you have any questions about Cement City or one of our Home and Walking Tours, please consult our website and click the “Cement City” tab, or call or email the historical society. If you would like to RSVP for either tour, please contact the historical society by phone or email to be added to the list. Once again the Donora Historical Society was invited back as a presenter for the Heinz History Center Affiliate Ambassador’s Speaker Series held once a month on Saturdays. The Donora Historical Society is a Heinz History Center Affiliate member. On Saturday, June 13, 2015 we will be presenting Stan “The Man” Musial. The presentation is free with paid admission to the museum. Danish and coffee is served. If you have additional questions about the subjects mentioned above, the society, museum, meetings or possibly volunteering, feel free to stop by or email us at DonoraHistoricalSociety@gmail.com or by calling 724-823-0364 and leaving a message. Or visit us on the web at www.DonoraHistoricalSociety.org.
Columbiettes Hold Christmas Party
Save the Date! Blast from the Past Oldies Show Volume II Scheduled for April 17 On April 17 at 7 p.m., the Charleroi Area School District Education Foundation is preparing for their "Blast from the Past Oldies Show Volume II." This year’s event will feature The Vogues with Chuck Blasko, The Marcels, and Frankie Day as Master of Cermonies from the AM 770 Radio show. Advance tickets can be purchased by calling 724-483-7075 (Carol Claybaugh) or 724-984-5510 (Tom Nutting). Tickets are $50 for VIP, $35 for Reserved or $25 for General Admission.
Thirteen members of the Fr. Edwin Kaczmarek Columbiettes, which meets monthly at St. Damien of Molokai Parish, Monongahela, celebrated Christmas recently at Kings Family Restaurant in Bentleyville. Pictured are: Kathie Ballein; Barb Franz; Freda Rutherford; Patricia Trimble; Sherry Assenti; Monica Brooks; Marge Hood; Sandy Geary; Linda Sarver; Irene Dzimiera; Gloria Walsh; Eileen Donovan and Cora Apessos. We invite any Catholic women who are looking for an opportunity to meet other women who share our interests to join our Auxiliary. Call Eileen at 724-348-6964 or Monica at 724-258-2918 for more information.
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JEFFERSON HILLS LIBRARY FEBRUARY PROGRAMS Jefferson Hills Public Library is located at 925 Old Clairton Road, Clairton, and can be reached at 412-655-7741. Zumba Fitness Mondays through April 13, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Increase your energy and fitness levels. Join us for an easy to do, effective, and totally exhilarating exercise. Tuition: $5 per class Gentle Beginners YOGA Saturdays and Wednesdays, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Thursday evenings, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. This gentle yoga class includes gentle stretches, breathing, relaxation and simple movements or postures to increase range of motion of the major joints, guided relaxation and meditation. Tuition: $5 Scrabble Club Tuesdays, noon to 4 p.m. New members are always welcome. Winter 2015 Story Time Thursdays, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. and 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. Ages 3 and up Each day will feature a story/craft/snack
Firing Up for the New Year: Christmas Tree-Burning Party in Elizabeth Grows a Bit Each Year By Michelle Taylor Nick Hanratty of Buena Vista, Elizabeth Township started off the New Year with his third annual Christmas tree bonfire. Nick invites his friends and family over and encourages them to bring their "no longer bright green" trees to the bonfire to burn. Last year, Nick burned five trees, and since thousands of trees are thrown away every year, Nick has done his share of decreasing landfill buildup. The most important part of the celebration to him is having fun with good people. "I love being surrounded by good times and good friends and family. With all the holidays around and all the good moods, it’s just another way to keep the good times going." said Nick. With the close of the holidays, the next celebrations most people tend to look forward to are St. Patrick's Day and Easter, so Nick tries to extend the Christmas season just a few weeks longer. Each year a few more people attend the bonfire Nick throws, and over the years attendance has grown a bit. With over ten people last year, he expects more to come this year, and you don't even have to bring a tree to enjoy this little country town party.
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Good Samaritan in Glassport Loses All in House Fire By Charlotte Hopkins On Thursday, January 15, 2015, a fire ignited in the garage of Glassport resident John McCombs, which was fueled by several cases of bullets. The gun powder set off a series of explosions, causing the fire to latch on to McCombs’ home. McCombs, an avid gun collector, had 60 firearms saved in his garage. The firefighters were able to contain the fire, though two neighboring homes suffered damage. Sadly, the McCombs home was completely destroyed, causing him and his wife to lose everything they own. Trying to keep in good spirits, McCombs sated, “We got to go out and buy clothes. Got to get a bed and just start over.” McCombs is known for his charity work. He collects broken cell phones, repairs them and donates them to women's shelters. He also collects scrap metal to recycle and donates the money collected to churches and charAn explosion in Glassport ities. reduced the McCombs family West Elizabeth resident Lisa Morris home to rubble and ash. and Pastor Tim Green of Calvary Chapel South Pittsburgh, also of West Elizabeth, are assisting in helping the McCombs family by collecting donations of any kind. Those interested in donating to the family can contact Morris at Glassportfire@hotmail.com. Contact Pastor Green at 412-596-8869 for available times to bring donations to his West Elizabeth church.
Bereavement Support Groups Offer Comfort in South Hills Locations Listed below are sessions designed to offer support for those who are bereaved. Pre-registration is required for all groups. For more information and to register, contact the Family Hospice Bereavement Department at 412-572-8829. Family Hospice Inpatient Center, 50 Moffett St., Mt. Lebanon on the third Monday of every month; 7 - 8:30 p.m. Southminster House, 801 Washington Rd., Mt. Lebanon on the second Tuesday of every month; 1 - 2:30 p.m. Baldwin Community United Methodist Church, 5001 Baptist Rd., Whitehall on the first Thursday of every month; 7 - 8:30 p.m.
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Donora Council in Session to Confront Garbage Problems Ramaco’s Land Use Application for Proposed Deep Mine Accepted by Nottingham Board of Supervisors By J.R. Brower A land use application by Ramaco, Inc. (Ram Farms) of Lexington, KY was formally accepted by the Nottingham Supervisors at a public hearing on January 19. In attendance were representatives of the company, who propose building a deep coal mine on Little Mingo Road. The likelihood of the project, which will mine Ramaco representatives at the meeting included metallurgical-grade coal, has (l - r): engineering tech Whitney Daugherty, engineer Steve Hinderliter, land manager George raised considerable controversy Farley, and attorney Rebecca Bowman. since its inception. The plan is still being looked at by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Two years ago, the company submitted their proposal to the Nottingham Township, which was approved based upon adherence to 62 strict conditions. The meeting was also attended by members of the Protectors of Mingo, a local grassroots organization opposed to the mine. Dennis Franks, one of the group’s leaders, joined the discussion with the supervisors about the 28 new land development conditions, to which the attorney for Ramaco, Rebecca Bowman, agreed to abide by. Bowman addressed each of the conditions, briefly supplying pre-written company responses to each, including verification of sanitary permits, storm water controls, lighting plans, landscaping, hours of operation restrictions, logistics of buildings, berms and sound walls, utility and PennDOT agreements and the stipulation that the township has the right to inspect the deep mining site through its zoning officer at any time to look for violations. Highlighting the events of the January meeting, the Nottingham Board of Supervisors expressed dismay toward the Washington, PA-based environmental organization Center for Coalfield Justice director, Patrick Grenter, for negative emails to board members. Nottingham Board Chairman Peter Marcoline said that Grenter was upset because Township Solicitor James Liekar did not respond to his phone call messages. Marcoline said that, although he has no problem with Grenter coming to speak at a meeting, “We are not going to give our solicitor permission to talk with him.” Marcoline told members of the Protectors of Mingo that it seemed like the Coalfield Justice group was acting as the smaller group’s attorney through Grenter. “You [the Protectors of Mingo] should decide what the attorney does, not vice-versa.” The Coalfield Justice legal director was in attendance and acknowledged that there is no attorney-client relationship between the two groups. The board also addressed the representatives of Ramaco following the response to the 28 township-imposed land use conditions by Ramaco Attorney Bowman. Supervisor Doug King said, “When the mine is operational, our zoning officer, Lee Schafer, will go in there on a regular basis to see if Ram Farms has complied with our conditions.”
By Jill Brown The Donora Council meeting held on Jan. 15, 2015, instead of the regularly scheduled week earlier due to the bitter cold weather that day, was sparse in attendance. The topic of concern was sanitation and was dealt with by residents and Council. During public address, resident Terry Perrotta of Donora thanked the borough for lowering the sanitation bill and voiced her concern about garbage not being taken. Joe Eori, president of Big’s Sanitation and lowest qualified bidder, was there to reassure Donora residents, saying that the garbage will be picked up in due time, since the trucks will learn the new routes. Also, Eori said, “I saved the town a lot of money. I’ll pay [the dumping fees], but not in the future.” He was required to pay dumping fees, as the borough had picked up some trash when Big’s did not. Residents were requested to place their garbage at the street curb of their residence no earlier than 5 p.m. the evening before the pickup day, but no later than 5 a.m. the morning of pickup day. Recyclables are placed at curb no earlier than 5 p.m. the evening of the third Thursday of every month, but no later than 5 a.m. the morning of the third Friday of every month. They will be collected the third Friday of month. In another news, Donora Mayor Donald Pavelko, said, “There are three wants and needs of the borough: 1. A bank 2. A gas station, and 3. A grocery store.” He urged residents to show interest in any of the above in the town. Council concluded in talking about “Projects Pride,” which included new street signs and downtown beautification. They continued, saying that we can all take pride in the measure of the community. For example, if residents see any vandalism, contact the police department.
Peters Township Council Considers Action against Residents with Delinquent Garbage Bills By J.R. Brower Highlights of the Peters Township Council January 5 meeting are as follows: • Council concurred that delinquent trash collection bills owed to the township have become a major problem. Waste Management-contracted service fees in delinquency now total over $59,000. • Township Manager Michael Silvestri said that the township has placed liens on 61 properties for nonpayment of garbage fees, and 24 of those property owners owe over $1,000 each. • The current fee for garbage collection in Peters is $51 a month per household. • Assistant Township Manager said that they are investigating possible sheriff’s sales against the scofflaws, whereby court orders will be obtained for seizure and sale of properties in question to settle the liens. • Some council members express concerns that sheriff’s sales are too costly and often unsuccessful. For more details on this meeting, please click ‘Municipal News’ on our website www.messengerpaper.com.
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New Eagle Council Addresses Routine Business at January Meeting By Miranda Startare
By J.R. Brower Highlights of the January 5 meeting for Canonsburg Borough are as follows: Alex Coghill was sworn in as the new Canonsburg chief of police to replace retiring Chief R.T. Bell. Council took initial steps to hire a new parttime police officer, Brian Dupree of Canonsburg, Participating in the swearing-in ceremony after interviewing him of Canonsburg’s new police chief were stepson Dylan Dzikowski, former Chief R.T. Bell, new Police Chief and performing backAlex Coghill, wife Kim Serafini Coghill, and ground checks. Canonsburg Mayor David Rhone. Council acknowledged long-time service of Deputy Chief of Police Harold Coleman, who is also retiring. Coleman has served the community on the police department since the 1990s. A parking meter rate of $0.25 per hour was established in an effort to improve downtown business activity. Vice-Borough Council Chairman Rich Russo announced that they are pushing hard to put in place a downtown plan to enhance business development. For more details on this meeting, please click ‘Municipal News’ on our website www.messengerpaper.com.
Carroll Twp. Warns Against Illegal Off-Road Vehicles By Miranda Startare Carroll Twp. Board of Supervisors held its annual reorganizational meeting Jan. 5, reappointing its current board members. The first meeting of the new year also included a warning to residents issued by Carroll Twp. Police about the illegal use of off-road vehicles in the township. The police department has been fielding resident complaints about motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles being driven on roadways and on private property – particularly in the Marrick Manor area. “We realize many of the areas in Carroll Twp. are rural, but most often the property doesn’t belong to the riders. They’re trespassing,” stated Carroll Twp. Police Chief Paul Brand, who also cites the inherent dangers of misusing these vehicles. “It’s a safety issue. We’ve had some close calls with passing vehicles,” Brand reports. Police are reminding parents of juveniles who operate the vehicles and adults riding the off-road vehicles on roadways that fines will be issued when appropriate and all unlicensed vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense. The supervisors meet at 6 p.m. on the second Tuesday monthly at 130 Baird Street, Monongahela. Residents are welcome to attend. Anyone interested in addressing the board is asked to sign in at the beginning of the meetings.
New Eagle Borough Council held its first regular meeting of the new year on Tuesday, Jan. 6, with a brief session and short agenda. New Eagle resident Mark Alberta of 133 Fifth Avenue addressed Council, inquiring if a request from another borough resident had been approved concerning the plowing of Alberta’s driveway portion of Fifth Ave. to be credited towards the requesting resident’s court-ordered community service. Council advised Alberta that the request from the other resident had not been approved since no approval from the court had been received to date. In other business, Council received a letter dated December 31, 2014 from Council member Archie Caseber, applying for a seat on New Eagle’s Sewer Authority when one is available. With a seat on the authority currently available, Council appointed Caseber to the position for a term of five years. Regular monthly meetings are held at the New Eagle Borough Building at 157 Main Street the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Residents are invited to attend, and anyone wishing to address the Council is asked to sign in at the beginning of the meeting.
Large Turnout for Public Hearing on Peters Township Gas Drilling Ordinance By J.R. Brower Although residents are already aware that natural gas drilling activities will eventually begin to occur in Peters Township, they turned out in full force to express their concerns at a public hearing on January 19. The hearing was held due to the fact that the township had to amend its mineral extraction ordinance in order to Attendees at the public hearing on Peters comply with new state regulaTownship’s revised drilling ordinance included both tions. Highlights of the township and area residents, who felt the need to changes proposed for the ordigive their opinions on the whole process of nance by Peters Township hydraulic fracturing and natural gas extraction. Council include: Officials reminded residents that when drilling comAllowing drilling to take mences in the township, it will relatively limited in scope and highly regulated. place in industrial zoned areas, which, according to Township Manager Michael Silvestri, comprise about 150 acres. Invalidating the township’s Mineral Extraction Overlay District that previously allowed drilling in 15 areas, all zoned residential. Adding environmental protections for ground water and fresh water including impoundments. Applicants will now have to account for the flow directions of potential hazardous liquids spillage. Placing the burden of proof directly on drillers to meet environmental requirements according to state laws. Requiring drillers to spell out in advance where and how gas and liquids will be transported via pipelines. Requiring that setbacks for drilling pads be at least 750 feet from any structure, plus reserving the right to increase setbacks based on physical characteristics of the site and additional evidence received during the hearing process.
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Business & Merchant News News and Events from the Peters Township Chamber Upcoming Events • Feb. 12 - Springhill Suites Grand Opening • Feb. 24 - Economic Forecast Luncheon • Feb. 26 - Digital Marketing II • March 18 - Great Gathering II – MEGA networking event • March 26 Digital Marketing III • Apr. 8 - State of the Township • Apr. 21 - Bowling Fundraiser • May 17 - Peters Township Day at the Washington Wild Things Please Welcome Our New Members • Erb Physical Therapy • h2oTEKS Ltd. • Prudential Financial Services
Bill Flanagan will be the speaker at the Economic Forecast Luncheon on February 24. The topic will be "Our Region's Big Opportunities - and a Big Challenge to Think About." The event will take place at the Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh/Southpointe with 11 a.m. networking and registration and 12 p.m. lunch and program.
For more information, contact the Peters Township Chamber at 724-941-6345 or e-mail us at info@peterstownshipchamber.com
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James Protin Elected President of Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce announced that James Protin will serve as the organization’s President for 2015. The MVRCC Board of Directors officially voted Protin, who serves on the Executive Committee, to the position at their January meeting. Armand Ferrara, Jr., who has served as the organization’s President since 1997, will remain as an at-large executive committee member. Over the 17 years of leadership, among the most notable was the transition in 2001 to a regional format for the Chamber and the acquisition of Chamber Plaza in 2003. James Protin “Armand has guided us through some challenging times,” said Deb Keefer, Chamber Director. “His expertise and humor has kept us grounded on countless occasions.” “These are big shoes to fill,” said Protin, “I will be certainly calling on Armand for his insight and expertise on a regular basis.” Additionally, Angela Stay of Northwest Savings Bank was appointed to the Director’s Class of 2016 to replace Erin Sakalik, who resigned late last year. Lori Spina’s resignation was regretfully accepted, and her outstanding work and dedication to the Chamber was noted. 2015 Board of Directors - Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce Patricia Brickner – PA CareerLink, Mon Valley Deborah Buck – Audrey’s Custom Draperies Vito Dentino – Vito Dentino Agency Diann Donaldson – Reliance Business Solutions Armand Ferrara, Executive Committee – Ferrara Appraisal Services Dave Galloni, Secretary – Charleroi Federal Savings Bank Brook Gardner – Community Bank J. J. Georgagis – Keystone Bakery Don Good – World Kitchen, LLC Milton Kubik, Treasurer – Charleroi Community Park Trustees Randy McMahon – Handyman Matters Jeffrey Mendola – Waddell & Reed, Inc. Attorney Rick Mudrick, Vice President Josie Pelzer – Rotolo Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram James Protin, President – Chester Engineers Donna Ramusivich – Monongahela Valley Hospital Wayne E. Ray – Snapshot 47 Photos Luther Sheets – Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services, Inc. Phillip Sparacella – United Way of Mon Valley Angela Stay – Northwest Savings Bank Ken Wiltz – Charleroi Area School District Debra Keefer – Executive Director Kim Kopec – Administrative Assistant Attorney Keith Bassi – Solicitor (Bassi, Vreeland & Associates, PC)
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Tregembo Motors Named MACC Business of the Month Traditional values and customer service since 1966 By Earl Bugaile Any consumer will tell you that if he is to return to a business time and again, it will be because a business or the owner continues to provide excellent service and value for the money. It is something that Barry Tregembo did when he opened his first automobile dealership in Charleroi in 1966. Now, 47 years later, automobile buyers have continued to trust the Tregembo name as one where they can receive not only an excellent deal on a vehicle, but the kind of service after the sale that consumers have come to expect for nearly five generations. The longevity in a business that has undergone tremendous change over the years is remarkable, and Tregembo Motors in Bentleyville has been able to navigate the changes and to emerge as a dealer that has not only served long-time customers, but has also served members of their families and friends who they have referred when they are seeking a pre-owned car or truck. The journey from Charleroi began in 1995, when Barry opened Tregembo Ford in Bentleyville. It was at that time his daughter, Billie Sue DeForest, joined the dealership. Changes occurred in 2008 in both the automobile industry as well as when the dealership experienced unanticipated and complicated challenges. At that time, Tregembo sold the Ford franchise in order to become an Independent Certified Pre-Owned Auto Dealer. Although the product has changed, the customer service commitment at Tregembo Motors has remained the same. “People who are familiar with us know our reputation and have confidence that we stand behind our products to build a long lasting relationships with our customers,” Billie Sue said. “We receive numerous referrals, which is one of the best parts of our business, because we are flattered to be recommended by our happy customers.” Tregembo Motors has been recognized as Washington County's New Car Alternative Dealer, Mon Valley Favorite Used and Certified Pre-Owned Car and Truck Dealer, and Mon Valley Favorite Full Automotive Service & Maintenance Department. Tregembo Motors has maintained its status as a Mon Valley Favorite for many years.
Billie Sue said another reason for success has been the ability of Tregembo Motors to consistently maintain a large selection of preowned, extra clean used vehicles, and the capability to locate a particular vehicle that a customer specifically needs. She added that most vehicles in the current inventory are late model, nearly like new cars, trucks, vans, and crossovers or sport utilities. Billie Sue said all vehicles undergo a 125point inspection, and all certified cars and trucks in stock have a certified national warranty included! “My father has always very particular about the quality of the autos we stock for retail sale. Every vehicle goes through our talented service department to insure its quality,” she noted. One of the other keys to success in the market is the experience of the staff in both the sales and service department. Billie noted that the staff has been with Tregembo Motors for many years. All members of the service department are certified and trained, licensed for Pennsylvania inspections and emissions. The department does everything from minor to major repairs, maintenance and warranty work. Tregembo Motors specializes in excellent financing and is able to help all customers with any credit situation. This includes low APR with excellent interest rates and terms for well qualified customers, and guaranteed credit approval to those customers striving to build their credit. “‘We help change lives’ is our motto when assisting customers to obtain affordable payments while driving a high-quality car or truck,” Billie said. Although many customers have come from the MonValley, the Washington area, and also from Pittsburgh, Billie Sue said many Tregembo Motors customers have been introduced to us via the web page, www.tregembomotors.com, which shows the current inventory, provides detailed information, and offers a secure credit application to begin the financing process. Tregembo Motors is located at Exit 32B Off of Interstate 70, Bentleyville. Billie Sue, Barry, and the entire Tregembo Team invite you to stop in for coffee and more information or call Tregembo Motors at 724-239-2200.
MVRCC Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Practice of Perveen Punjani, MD The MVRCC recently took part in the official ribbon cutting at the practice of Perveen Punjani, M.D., Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, in Charleroi. She sees patients ages newborn to 21 years old with the help of her friendly and courteous office staff. The office is located at 323 McKean Ave. and can be contacted at 724-489-9004. To learn more about Dr. Punjani and for a complete listing of services available at her practice, visit the website www.drperveenpunjani.com.
Seen here are (l-r): Jacque Blocker, front office medical administrator; Jessica Banahasky, back office and clinic administrator; Dr. Perveen Punjani; John Mollenauer, Charleroi Mayor; and Debbie Buck, Borough Councilwoman and Chamber Board Member.
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Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce Names Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hotel as December Business of the Month
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Sutersville Antique Mall Holds Ribbon Cutting
Pictured are (l-r): Deb Puglia, GRC President; Carol and Mike Adametz, owners; and Jennifer Carota and Jody Moebius, GRC Members.
Pictured are (l-r): Gina C. Lynn, GRC Director; Ann Malys, Holiday Inn Express & Suites General Manager; John Mimidis, and Tracy Marchese. Front: Lindsay Thomas and Josh Martin.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hotel is conveniently located off I-70, at 181 Finley Road, Belle Vernon and is the perfect choice for travelers, whether you are planning a corporate meeting or need accommodations for a family reunion. Free high-speed wireless Internet, a complimentary breakfast with signature cinnamon rolls, an indoor pool, a fitness center, and guest laundry on-site are included features at the hotel. Business travelers will appreciate conveniences like a 24-hour business center and access to copy and fax services. Stay at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hotel, where you can always expect the quality you deserve from the name you trust. For reservations or information, call 724-930-0100 or visit www.holidayinnexpress.com.
Surrounded by family and friends, owners Carol and Mike Adametz cut the ribbon at the ribbon cutting held at Sutersville Antique Mall on Saturday, Dec. 6, marking the official opening of the antique co-op mall located in the former St. Charles Catholic Church at 419 5th Ave., Sutersville. The antique mall is accepting additional vendors and is also looking for individuals to teach classes such as scrapbooking, painting, quilting, etc. Estate sales and other events will be held in the basement of the church. For more information about the Sutersville Antique Mall visit www.sutersvilleantiquemall.com, like their Facebook page, or call 724633-0900.
GREATER ROSTRAVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Caring Transitions of Westmoreland Co. Michael J. Adametz 419 5th Avenue Sutersville, PA 15083 Phone: 724-798-4593 www.estatemovegreensburgpa.com Relocation, Downsizing, Liquidations Sutersville Antique Mall Carol L. Adametz 419 5th Avenue Sutersville, PA 15083 Phone: 724-633-0900 www.sutersvilleantiquemall.com Antique Co-op
The Vintage Valet, LLC. Marissa Zimmerman Monongahela, PA 15063 Phone: 412-901-1562 www.thevintagevalet.com Mobile Boutique/Fashion Truck Chris Huffman Attorney at Law Chris Huffman 4660 Rt. 51 S. Belle Vernon, PA 15012 Phone: 724-268-0013 Fax: 724-837-7868
New members are always welcome! Start the year off right - join the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce! This will be the best business investment you will make all year! Membership applications can be downloaded at www.greaterrostraverchamber.org or are available by calling the GRC at 724-929-3329.
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CIALONE’S AUTO CARE CENTER, LLC IS GRC JANUARY BUSINESS OF THE MONTH
Interested in a career in substitute teaching? Are you a recent grad looking for a job? A retiree who wants to still work without jeopardizing your pension? Maybe you’re already working as a sub and your hours are being limited by the district. Regardless of your situation, Source4Teachers can get you working in a position that’s right for you. Pictured are (l-r): Deborah Puglia, Jennifer Codeluppi, Lynn Grimes and Judi Robbins, GRC Board Members; Terri Greenlee, Ruth and Joe Cialone, and granddaughter, Natalie Weinstein. In the back are Stephen Weinstein, Christian Jobes and Bernie Wujick, Jr.
Cialone's Auto Care Center, LLC is a family-owned and operated full-service shop that provides PA state inspections, PA emissions testing, preventative maintenance and vehicle repairs. Ruth Cialone began in this business in 2010 as an owner/operator and the inspection/emissions mechanic. She opened at the current location, 948 McKean Avenue, Donora, in July of 2011 with her husband Joe as shop manager/mechanic. Ruth is a licensed enhanced inspection mechanic, making Cialone's Auto Care Center, LLC the only enhanced inspection station in the Mid-Mon Valley. Cialone's only uses quality replacement parts and gives dealer service at independent prices. They use the latest diagnostic equipment to guarantee your vehicle is serviced correctly while maintaining your manufacturer's warranty. The shop provides most of your vehicle services, including but not limited to brakes, shocks/struts, batteries, oil changes, exhaust work, and tires. Local pickup of your vehicle can be arranged so that repairs or an inspection can be done while you are at work or school. Call 724-379-5558 or visit www.cialonesautocarecenter.com to set up an appointment. The friendly staff at Cialone's Auto Care Center, LLC is looking forward to hearing from you soon!
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MVRCC JANUARY SPOTLIGHT IS THE RESIDENCE AT HILLTOP The Residence at Hilltop is a premiere personal care community in Monongahela and has been chosen for the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce January spotlight. They offer their residents the ability to remain independent and to also enjoy the support and peace of mind that the full-time staff can offer. Residents and employees enjoy a beautiful setting and positive work environment all while having the chance to serve the “greatest generation.” Please consider Residence at Hilltop when choosing a facility for your loved one. They are located at 210 Route 837 in Carroll Township and can be reached at 724-258-8940. Visit them online at www.residenceathilltop.com.
From the top of the stairs: Steve Dragan (Marketing); Cindy Sowers (Dietary); Larry Matsick (Building and Grounds); Kim Taliani (Nursing); Brittany Zundel (Care Plan Coordinator); and Walt Young (Director)
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WOMEN’S BUSINESS NETWORK FEBRUARY MEETINGS The Women’s Business Network’s mission is to provide personal and professional resources to advance the presence of aspiring and successful businesswomen. For more information, visit www.wbninc.com. Local area meetings will be held as follows: • The McMurray Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at The Meadows (Mezzanine Level), 210 Racetrack Road, Washington on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, February 3 and 17. Contact Valerie Bartels at 412-418-3072. • The Washington Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread, 108 Trinity Point Drive, Washington on Wednesdays, February 11 and 25. Contact Tracy Eisenman at 724-263-0304. • The Bethel Park Chapter meets at 6 p.m. at the Bethel Park Municipal Building, 5100 W. Library Ave. on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, February 5 and 19. Contact Melissa Rhoades at 412-854-7200. • The Mount Lebanon Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza Inn, 164 Fort Couch Road, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, February 10 and 24. Contact Nancy Geer at 412-343-4361.• The South Hills Chapter meets at 8 a.m. at King’s Restaurant, 155 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair, on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, February 5 and 19. Contact Susan Ceklosky at 412-334-3230.
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Helping Hands Helping Opens in Charleroi
Melissa Garza (pictured) recently opened Helping Hands Helping, a thrift store where everythng is free, in Charleroi.
By Miranda Startare A non-profit charitable organization recently opened in the Mon Valley that aims to lend a “helping hand” to area residents who are in need of assistance and the kindness of a stranger. Helping Hands Helping (HHH), which opened at 803 Fallowfield Ave. in Charleroi on Nov. 29, 2014, is the creation of Melissa Garza, who saw the need for an organization like a thrift store – but with all items free. Not everyone can afford to purchase items they need – even at the Goodwill, according to Garza, who says her motto for HHH is that “we’re taking your kindness one step further.” Garza originally thought of the idea for a free thrift store while living in Ohio. After donating some things at a local Goodwill, Garza thought about the people that might not be able to purchase the donated items. Inspired by her desire to help others and a need she knew existed in communities across the country, Garza began by setting up tables at her home with donated items she had collected, and placing a “free” sign on them. Now living in the Mon Valley, Garza has expanded her idea to create a store open to the public, offering a wide array of necessities for anyone in need. Always looking for donated items, Garza is hoping residents will think of HHH when clearing out closets, and disposing of unwanted or unused items. In addition to clothing, which Garza says is always accepted and in great demand, other suggested donations include: plates and other service ware,
pots, pans, small appliances such as toasters and coffee pots, toiletries, beds, dressers, non-perishable food, and even televisions. The store is also in need of hangers, shelving and clothing racks, shoes, and books. Garza is hoping to obtain a reliable pick-up and delivery van and professional sign for the store in the near future. Garza is striving to build a strong community outreach through HHH, and the donations are vital to its success. “Without donations, I have nothing to give. It’s neighbor helping neighbor, “Garza says. If the Charleroi HHH is successful, Garza hopes to expand by opening another storefront in a separate location, possibly in the Pittsburgh area, in the future. Anyone interested in donating items or their time can contact Melissa Garza at 724-389-7623 or visit the HHH store at 803 Fallowfield Ave. in Charleroi. The store’s hours are currently Wed. and Sat. 12-7 p.m., with additional hours being added as the store grows. Garza is also available to pick up donated items or items may be left at 713 Fallowfield Avenue in Charleroi. Garza feels called to address this community need, saying, “God has moved me to do this, and I follow His orders.” Creating the HHH has been a calling that also brings her happiness, as she explains, “For some people, a big fancy mansion and a new shiny car make them happy…for me, the thing that really, really makes me happy is helping other people.”
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West Newton Senior Center Bus Trips Listed below are the upcoming bus trips planned by West Newton Senior Center. MARCH 18 – Yellow School Bus to The Meadows for Gambling The cost is $18, with $20 free play from the Casino. Call 724-872-4976 to make your reservation or mail your check to 103 E. Main St., West Newton, PA 15089 with your name and contact phone number. APRIL 15 – Wheeling Island The cost is $22 and includes $25 free play. We leave the West Newton Firehall parking lot at 10 a.m. Seats are not reserved unless paid for. For more information, call 724-872-4976. APRIL 18 – Walnut Creek Ohio The cost is $96 and we depart at 6:30 a.m. from the West Newton Firehall, Riverside Dr. and Belle Vernon Park and Ride at 6:45 a.m. The itinerary is as follows: 10 a.m. - Meet guide. 10:30 a.m. - Light for My Path, make and take muffin candles at Amish Cottage Industries. 11:15 a.m. - Depart for Lydia Troyer Homemade Candies to make and take buckeyes. Available for purchase and sample: truffles, turtle bars, cashew crunch, caramel butter puffs. 12:30 p.m. - Lunch at Esta Hershbergers, includes family-style pan fried chicken, roast beef, mashed potatoes, noodles, green beans, salad, and pie.
Tour of the home following lunch. 2 p.m. - Depart to Berlin for shopping time. 3:30 p.m. - Depart to Wendell August Forge to make and take a hand-hammered picture. 4:30 p.m. - Depart to Walnut Creek Cheese to make sundaes; shopping time with fabulous prices. 5:30 p.m. - Depart for home. Your full payment is your reservation. Mail your check to 103 E. Main St., West Newton, PA 15089. Cancellation accepted only if you replace yourself. For more information, call Sandy at 724-872-8726. Deadline is March 18, 2015. MAY 16 – Tygart Flyer Train Ride and American Mountain Theater The cost is adults $105, children up to 11 years $90. The deadline is April 16. We depart at 7 a.m. from the West Newton Firehall. The itinerary is as follows: 11 a.m. - Board the new Tygart Flyer at the Elkins WV Depot; the 4-hour ride includes lunch on the train. 3 p.m. - Return to the depot. 3:30 p.m. - Head directly to the American Mountain Theater for a 1-hour history of America music show. 4:45 p.m. - Depart for home with a supper stop on your own. Your full payment is your reservation. Mail your check to 103 E. Main St., West Newton, PA 15089. Cancellation accepted only if you replace yourself. For more information, call Sandy at 724-872-8726.
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Helping Seniors Stay Connected In Winter (NAPS)—While winter, with its cold temperatures and ex?treme weather, can be an isolating time for many, it can be particularly tough on seniors. When driving conditions deteriorate and roads are slippery, many seniors don’t feel safe enough to venture out of their homes. Others just don’t like the cold and often forgo regular activities and visits with family and friends that Adopting technologies designed involve going outdoors. specifically for seniors can be a However, regular social and cognitive activities are necesgreat way for older adults to stay sary for maintaining optimal active and connected. health and independence and are often key to fighting through the winter blues. That’s why it According to The Journals of can be important for seniors to find Gerontology, the Internet has been innovative ways to maintain a safe, shown to reduce the probability of consistent level of activity all year- depression by 33 percent. Internetround. Staying connected and active enabled solutions, such as e-mail, social can contribute to seniors’ well-being media (e.g., Facebook) and Skype, are all ways to keep in touch. While disand mental sharpness. tance and weather can sometimes get in the way of face-to-face communicaThe Right Technology Having access to helpful technology tion, seniors can stay socially engaged can be beneficial. According to the and involved through technologies Administration on Aging, 12 million when traveling isn’t an option. seniors live alone in the U.S. Fortunately, when armed with the Volunteering and Hobbies Volunteering can also be a rewarding right technology, these seniors don’t have to spend the winter months in iso- way for seniors to get involved in their community and meet new people. lation. For example, mobile medical alert According to the Corporation for services offer seniors the peace of mind National and Community Service, 24 many of them need to venture out of percent of those over the age of 65 in their homes. They can come equipped the U.S. perform volunteer work, and with advanced locating and fall detec- they report lower levels of disability tion technology that adds extra reas- and higher levels of well-being. surance that help will be there when Additionally, the quiet months of and if needed. Additionally, there are mobile winter can be a good time to take up a response apps that seniors can use to new hobby—for example, joining a connect to the same emergency call local bridge club or knitting circle. centers offered through traditional and There are also exercise classes designed mobile medical alert services. With the for seniors, which is a good way to stay added confidence from these technolo- active and social. gies, seniors can feel empowered to get For more information on solutions out of the house and engage in the designed to empower seniors and keep activities they love to do, even during them safe, healthy and connected, visit the winter months. www.philips.to/lifeline. The Internet also provides ways to stay connected during the winter.
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SW HEALTHCARE CENTER Anesthesia and You: Common Questions You May Have Before Surgery Submitted by Pam Wrobleski, Administrator at Southwestern Ambulatory Surgery Center
What is anesthesia and what types are there? Anesthesia is an important part of your operation; it eliminates pain and makes your operation safer. It may involve the whole body or only a portion of it. An arm, an area of the head, or abdomen, for example, may be made numb while the rest of your body has normalsensations. In general anesthesia, you are unconscious and feel no pain. You are asleep, but this sleep is not normal sleep. Many of your bodily functions are constantly altered by surgery and anesthesia drugs. You are kept asleep and painfree by intravenous medications, inhaling a gas, or a combination of both. When a portion of your body is made numb, it is called regional anesthesia.There are many varieties: local,spinal, epidural, and nerve blocks. Frequently, a combination of general and regional anestesia is used. Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC), commonly called sedation or “twilig'ht", involves monitoring your vital signs and may include intravenous sedation and localanesthesia by your surgeon.
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New Surgeon in the Neighborhood Hiram Gonzalez-Ortiz, M.D., a general surgeon, welcomes new patients at the Mon-Vale Primary Care Practices office on Brownsville Road Extension in Finleyville. Dr. Gonzalez-Ortiz brings world-class surgical care to the area and offers: I Inpatient and outpatient surgery I Traditional and minimally invasive surgical procedures I Compassionate care I An affiliation with Monongahela Valley Hospital Martik Plaza 6108 Brownsville Road Extension Suite 204, Finleyville, PA 15332 724-929-4122
• Prepare a list of all drugs you have been taking, including nonprescription drugs, marijuana, cocaine, vitamins and herbal preparations. Give this list to the anesthesia provider when he or she talks to you. Please stop all herbal preparations, vitamins, and aspirin products at least one week or more before surgery, if possible, to prevent bleeding or anesthesia drugs interactions. • If you are a smoker, stop smoking as soon as you are told surgery is planned. Even 48 hours of not smoking before surgery will considerably decrease the chance that you might develop post-operative breathing or healing problems. • Do not eat or drink anything for at least eight hours before your operation, unless told otherwise by the anesthesia department. This also includes mints, chewing gum and tobacco. Food or liquids in the stomach while asleep may cause vomiting which can be inhaled, and severe pneumonia. • Remove anything from your mouth such as dentures, bridges, dental appliances, tongue piercing, chewing gum, candy, etc. before you are taken to the operating room. The reason for this precaution is that anything loose within the mouth might be accidentally swallowed or inhaled during anesthesia. • Leave your hairpins,combs, contact tenses, jewelry and body piercings at home when you are having a procedure. • Take off all cosmetics, including false eyelashes, mascara, eye makeup and dark nail polish, before going to the operating room. Southwestern Ambulatory Surgery Center 500 N. Lewis Run Road Pittsburgh, PA 15122 412-469-6964
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SPORTS BG’s Team Takes 1st Place at Hoppy New Year Invitiational
William Penn Elementary Wrestling Champion By Charlotte Hopkins Eight-year-old Larnell Randolph of William Penn Elementary has earned a 1st place medal in wrestling. He is undefeated with a record of 9-0. This is his second year wrestling; he also earned first place last year. He wrestles in community events and competes in school competitions. His father, Tim Archer, is proud to be one of his coaches.
Wrestling coaches Rick Prokop and Tim Archer stand with their students Ricky Prokop (age 10) and Larnell Randolph (age 8).
Washington County Dept. of Parks and Recreation Hosts Bird Banding Activity Join the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation for this unique birding opportunity. This event will be held at the Park Office in Mingo Creek County Park on Saturday, February 21 at 9 a.m. With a little luck and cooperation from the weather, participants will learn firsthand about bird banding, as well as how our feathered friends adapt for overwintering in our region. Pre-registration is required and can be made by calling the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation office at 724-228-6867. There is no fee for this program. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington, PA off of Route 136.
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The BG’s Gymnastics Level Excel Gold team took 1st place at the “Hoppy New Year” Invitational, located in Delmont at the Ultimate Gymnastics Center. Standing on podium (left to right): Sarah Bury (Monessen); Amber Morgan (Washington); Chase Kossar (Charleroi); Hunter Kossar (Charleroi); Kinsey Mihal (Monongahela); Ashley Vail (Vestaburg); Brooke Mihalik (Elizabeth); Maria Vito (Bentleyville). On the ground in front of podium (l-r): Gianna Anderson (Charleroi); Kayla Desak (Monessen); Aniston Glemba (Elizabeth).
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Local People News WSO 2014-2015 Young Artist Competition Results in Trinity’s Anthony D’Orazio Named YAC Winner Each year the Washington Symphony Orchestra (WSO) sponsors a Young Artist Competition (YAC) for local music students to audition for a spot to solo with the orchestra and win a cash prize. Students audition with an artistic committee comprised of musicians from the WSO. This year’s winner is violinist Anthony D’Orazio of Washington, PA. D’Orazio, 16, is a junior at Trinity High School where he is the concertmaster of the high school orchestra. D’Orazio has a passion for music that has been instilled by his family, particularly his older brother, Brian, who is also a violinist. “I chose to learn the violin because of Brian and I really liked the rich sounds and high notes of the instrument,” shared D’Orazio in a recent interview with the WSO. He has been playing the violin since the third grade and has earned many opportunities with his talent since then.
D’Orazio played with the Three Rivers Young People’s Orchestra (TRYPO) for two years during his freshman and sophomore years of high school. Previously, he spent three years performing with the South Hills Junior Orchestra (SHJO), where he earned the position of assistant concertmaster. During the 2013-14 school year, he successfully auditioned for the All-State Orchestra sponsored by the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA), after participation in the PMEA District Orchestra and PMEA Western Region Orchestra festivals. Just recently, D’Orazio was notified of his acceptance to perform with the National Association for Music Educators (NAfME) All-Eastern Honors Orchestra in April 2015 at the NAfME All-Eastern Division Conference in Providence, RI. “Music is a way of life. It allows you
College and Northwestern University. D’Orazio is also very active outside of his music endeavors at Trinity High School. He is to express yourself and a member of the National spread joy to the people Honor Society, TRI-M Music who hear it,” says Honor Society, Student D’Orazio. He is most Council (treasurer), and excited about getting to Trinity Leadership Complay in front of a large, mittee, to name a few. He is appreciative audience in the son of Cosmo and Diane his own community Anthony D'Orazio D’Orazio of Washington, PA. when he takes the stage The WSO will present on February 14 at the WSO’s concert, “Love Hurts.” D’Orazio “Love Hurts,” along with D’Orazio’s will be performing the first movement of solo performance with the orchestra, on the Mozart Violin Concerto in A Major. Saturday, February 14 at 8:00 p.m. at “I chose this piece because I love the ele- Trinity High School. Tickets can be purgant sound of the first movement and the chased online at washsym.org, by calling interaction between the solo violin and 1-888-71-TICKETS, or at the following locations: Washington Financial branch the orchestra,” D’Orazio stated. He studies privately with violinist locations, Citizens Library, and the Rebecca Closson of the South Hills and Peters Township Public Library. For furhas been one of her students for four ther information about the symphony, years. Closson encouraged D’Orazio to connect with the WSO on Facebook and apply for the Young Artist Competition. (facebook.com/washsymphony) She has earned degrees from Wheaton Twitter (twitter.com/washsymphony).
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North Stabane’s Allen “AJ” Williams to Run for Washington County Commissioner Former Canonsburg Borough councilman and North Strabane Resident Allen “AJ” Williams is pleased to announce that he will be entering the race for Washington County Commissioner. Williams, 27, a Democrat, is a 2006 graduate of Canon McMillan and a proud alumnus of Washington and Jefferson College. He currently resides in Strabane with his wife, Savannah, and their two sons, Kamden and Micah. He is employed at South Hills Chrysler Dodge Jeep and Ram as a finance manager. Williams previously served on Canonsburg Borough Council, becoming the youngest member to be elected to that position. During his time on council, Mr. Williams played an integral part in the beautification and enhancement of Canonsburg Town Park and Pool. As a freshman member of council, Williams was selected by his peers to sit on the negotiating committee, which was successful in reaching a fair contract without any adverse effects to the budget or taxpayers’ pockets. Mr. Williams stated, “I’ve never been one to sit back and complain; instead I prefer to take action and make a difference. I am very disheartened by the increasing number of violent crimes and drug-related overdoses in Washington County. We need to become proactive to these issues, and work collaboratively through all levels of government to help out our communities and citizens.” He continued, “Our county government needs to be a helping hand to our municipalities. They need to show that they are concerned, [and] that can’t be done in ballrooms and fancy functions!” Williams believes that parts of Washington County are definitely highly sought destinations for businesses and families that are looking to relocate; however, officials cannot become complacent and must focus on other parts of the county that are struggling. “The focus cannot be solely on commerce. We have to look at the quality of life and the daily struggles of people in our less fortunate communities!”
Local Studio Owner to Compete in U.S. Aerial Championships Kelsey Keller, local professional aerialist and co-owner of Fullbody Fitness Club in Brentwood, will be competing in the aerial silks category at the U.S. Aerial Championships in New York City on February 8. The competition drew applications from around the world, but only 12 aerialists were chosen to compete in each of three categories at the off-Broadway Rose Nagelberg Theater. Kelsey earned a Ph.D. in biophysics at Ohio State University before she set the lab equipment aside and pursued her dream of becoming a professional aerial acrobat. She now lives that dream here in Pittsburgh by directing an aerial performance company called Iron City Aerial. Alongside her circus partner Jenly Deiter, Kelsey also owns Fullbody Fitness Club, a class-based studio with a focus on cutting edge circus-inspired workouts.
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Clairton High School National Honor Society Hosts Scholarship Blood Drive Over 34 students and staff members took time to donate blood to the Central Blood Bank www.centralbloodbank.org. Pictured is Homecoming Queen Merceedez Wright after giving blood. The next blood drive will take place in May.
WPIAL Class A Champions! The Clairton Bears Football team celebrates at Heinz Field after winning the 2014 WPIAL Class A Championship. Holding the trophy is senior J'Juan Jackson.
“A Night with the Ice Queen” Introduces Grade Schools to Positive Behavior Clairton preschool and elementary students enjoyed “A Night with the Ice Queen.” Families of students enrolled in Second grader Katrina Baker Clairton's Pre-K Counts program and and the "Ice Queen" pose for a picture kindergarten through fifth grade at after singing and storytelling. Clairton Elementary School gathered in the high school auditorium on December 18th to hear stories and a lesson on positive behavior. Mandie Russak of Fairytale Princess dressed as the popular Ice Queen character Elsa, read a storybook adaptation of “Frozen,” and told children High school volunteers pose with the "Ice Queen." that royalty should be brave, strong, knowledgeable and kind. Clairton City School District's transition team and public relations department organized the program. Volunteers included National Honor Society members, office duty students, student council members, and cheerleaders.
Save the Date! On February 10, Clairton City School District's Title I Advisory Council will be having a Pennsylvania Core Bingo and Gallery Walk & Student Writing Sample Night from 6 - 8 p.m. Please contact 412-233-9200 ext.1035 for more information and questions. Also on February 10, Clairton High School will be hosting a PHEAA Financial Aid/FAFSA Completion Night at 6 p.m. Please contact Guidance Counselor Maureen Shaw with any questions at 412-233-9200 ext. 1256.
Welcome, Ms. Rajgopal! Clairton City School District would like to welcome their new business administrator, Hamsini Rajgopal. Ms. Rajgopal takes over for Mr. Charles Lanna, who retired at the end of December.
Clairton Elementary's Student Leadership and Bear Paws Against Bullying Organizations Host Winter Wonderland Dance
On January 16, students in grades 3-5 enjoyed an evening of dancing, treats, and door prizes. Students dressed their best, posed for pictures and followed the elementary school's key motto of dignity and respect. Pictured are Student Leadership and Bear Paws Against Bullying members, and sponsors Ms. Conley and Ms. Yeager.
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Windover Hills School Registration for 2015-2016 Begins February 1 Windover Hills Preschool, located at 6751 Ridge Road in South Park, will be accepting registrations for the upcoming school year beginning February 1 for children not already enrolled in the school. Registration forms can be found at www.whumcpraiseband.org or can be requested by calling the preschool at 412-653-6899. Class time requests will be accepted in order of receipt of application and deposit fee beginning on February 2 at 8:30 a.m. at the church. Windover Hills Preschool has been educating young children since 1972. They will offer a nursery class for children who will turn 3 by August 31. This class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 -11:30 a.m. There will also be a preschool class for children who turn 4 by August 31 and for children who may be older but would benefit from another year of preschool. The morning preschool class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:15 - 11:45 a.m. The afternoon class meets on the same days from 12:30 - 3 p.m. Children must be potty-trained to attend school. If you would like more information, please call the school at 412-653-6899 and leave a message for one of the teachers, who will be happy to speak to you about the school's program.
Madonna Catholic Regional School Receives Donation from Columbiettes The Columbiettes of St. Damien of Molokai Parish, Monongahela, recently presented Madonna Catholic Regional School with a $500 donation toward their scholarship program. Accepting the check were MCRS Principal Don Militzer and students, presented by Columbiettes officers: President Eileen Donovan, Vice President Barb Franz and Secretary Monica Brooks.
News from St. Elizabeth School St. Elizabeth Elementary School will hold a Preschool Story Hour open to the public on Wednesday, February 4 from 1 - 2 p.m. Any child that is 3 years old and older and potty-trained is welcome to attend! We will have great stories followed by some fun activities. Children can be dropped off after signing in with one of the preschool teachers. Parents can stay, but it’s not necessary. If you have any questions, please call Sue Lydon at 412-881-2958 or email slydon@st-elizabeth.org. We look forward to seeing you there! Registration is underway at Saint Elizabeth Elementary School for our 3-year-old preschool through 8th grade classes for the 2015-2016 school year. We are very proud of the tradition of excellent academics rooted in faith and service that are hallmarks of our school. As you think about the most appropriate school for your child(ren), you may want to consider an education that will nurture the love of God and others, as well as provide an excellent academic foundation. We serve the communities of Baldwin-Whitehall, Bethel Park, Brentwood, City of Pittsburgh, Clairton, Elizabeth- Forward, Peters Township, Ringgold, South Park, West Jefferson Hills and West Mifflin. If you wish to receive information about our school or would like to schedule a tour, call the school office at 412-881-2958.
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‘The Future Is Mine’ Conference Held at Monessen High School The Future Is Mine (TFIM) is the Consortium for Public Education's initiative that reaches into high schools, middle schools and elementary schools to connect students to authentic career awareness experiences. TFIM helps students focus on learning how to drive their careers, from accessing appropriate academic opportunities to packaging skills and talents to navigating the world of work. Its goal is to help all students find their passion and pursue their dreams' but in an informed way that will lead to future success. A College and Career Conference was held at Monessen High School auditorium on December 19. Student speakers, Monessen alumni, and representatives from California University of Pennsylvania, Penn State, Chatham University, and CCAC spoke to a large number of students about college and career readiness. The program was a huge success with students learning how to write a resumé, explore college majors, and more. Mrs. Winslow is the advisor of TFIM at Monessen High School.
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The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering a “Cupcake Birdfeeder” homeschool outdoor classroom at Mingo Creek County Park on Thursday, February 12. The program will be held at 1 p.m. at the Park Office. Homeschoolers will make and take home special cupcakes for the birds to help keep their bellies full during the winter. We’ll use our culinary creativity to decorate these delicious treats with some of their favorite foods. From the warmth of our park office, we’ll also observe and identify the birds that visit our feeder during the winter. Please note that this program is designed for homeschooled children ages 5 to 11. Pre-registration is required and can be made by calling the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation office at 724-228-6867. There is a $1 fee for this program. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington, PA off of Route 136.
Pleasant Hills Middle School Named ‘2015 School to Watch’
EXPIRES: MARCH 31, 2015
Every school year, the Pennsylvania Association for Middle-Level Education (PAMLE) undergoes a rigorous review process in which they evaluate schools across the state related to academic excellence, developmental responsiveness, social equity and organizational systems. This year, Pleasant Hills Middle School has joined a select few schools to be named a PAMLE School to Watch. Only 31 middle schools in Pennsylvania and 370 middle schools across the United States earn such distinction.
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YOUR HEALTH Flu Shot Still Good Defense for Seasonal Influenza The flu season, which typically peaks in March in Western Pennsylvania, is hitting this region particularly hard right now. Influenza A (H3N2) viruses are the most common so far. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, H3N2-predominant seasons have been associated with more severe illness and mortality, especially in older people and young children. There are early indications that this season may be severe, especially for people aged 65 years and older and young children. According to Mary Lou Murt, senior vice president and chief nursing officer at Monongahela Valley Hospital, the flu vaccine is still one of the best defenses against contracting the virus. “People who get the flu vaccine reduce their chances of becoming ill with the virus by 40%,” she said. “In addition, we are finding that those who received the vaccine who still contract the virus experience less severe symptoms.” In addition to getting a seasonal flu vaccine, people are encouraged to take everyday preventive actions such as staying away from sick people and washing their hands to reduce the spread of germs. It is important for those who are sick with the flu to stay home from work or school to prevent spreading the virus to others. Mrs. Murt cautioned that the flu will still be around for months. Despite the new H3N2 strain, the vaccine has been well-matched in roughly a third of the flu cases seen so far, and it is considered to be effective against some other flu viruses that could surge in the late winter or spring. For those who have not received their flu vaccine yet, Healthy Directions inside the Finleyville Giant Eagle still has an ample supply. Flu shots are available Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call 724-348-6699.
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February is Heart Month: Innovations in Heart Failure Care (NAPS)—Heart failure affects more than 5 million Americans. It is a chronic, progressive disease in which the heart’s ability to pump blood is reduced and the heart does not pump enough blood for the body’s need for oxygen. Knowing a few facts can be important to the health of heart failure patients.
When the Risk for Hospitalization is Highest Each year, more than 1 million people are hospitalized for heart failure and of those, 250,000 will be re-hospitalized within 30 days.
Signs and Symptoms Heart failure symptoms are not always obvious. Some people in the very early stages of the disease may have no symptoms at all, but common symptoms include: • Shortness of breath • Swelling of the feet and legs • Lack of energy, feeling tired • Difficulty sleeping at night due to breathing problems • Swollen or tender abdomen, loss of appetite • Cough with “frothy” mucus or phlegm • Increased urination at night • Confusion • Impaired memory
What Doctors Can Do Common treatment for heart failure includes medical therapy and lifestyle modifications. For some patients, many cardiology leaders say cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT), a device-based treatment that may help
improve the pumping function of the heart, can be a beneficial option. Specifically, a CRT device is a type of pacemaker or defibrillator, implanted under the skin of the upper chest, with thin wires called leads that connect the device to the heart. These leads deliver electrical pulses to keep the ventricles (bottom chambers of the heart) beating in a synchronized rhythm. In some patients, this helps improve the overall pumping efficiency of the heart, which lessens the symptoms of heart failure and has also been shown to improve quality of life and increase lifespan. CRT is not for everyone, and not everyone who receives an implanted device benefits from the therapy.
Help Is Available To give patients the most comprehensive approach to the management of heart failure, many hospitals are electing to use the newest CRT technology from Medtronic, the Viva® CRT-defibrillator and Viva® CRTpacemaker, which include the AdaptivCRT® algorithm, a technology that preserves normal heart rhythms and automatically adjusts to the patient’s needs minute-by-minute, creating a customized therapy for each patient. Medtronic devices have been safely and effectively used for more than a decade to treat patients with mildly symptomatic, moderate or severe heart failure. For more information about cardiac resynchronization therapy, visit www.medtronic.com/ heartfailureinfo. Owner/Publisher Douglas E. Haniford
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Central Blood Bank Seeks Donations to Avoid Shortage
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The bitter cold, school delays and the height of the flu season are creating the perfect storm for a severe reduction of available blood supplies to area hospitals, says the region’s primary blood supplier, Central Blood Bank. “We’ve seen a drop of nearly 30% in our blood donations,” said Michele Tysarczyk, Executive Director, Central Blood Bank. “We’re growing concerned as the trend continues.” When temperatures plummet like this, donors often delay their donation appointments for a few days until the temperatures get back to normal. The problem is that—regardless of outdoor conditions or other factors—a steady inventory of blood is needed in Pittsburgh-area hospitals every day. “The need for blood is constant,” Tysarczyk related. “We ask that our donors reschedule their cancelled appointments and other eligible donors visit any of our donor centers or mobile blood drives.” What’s particularly needed are blood platelet donations—specialized blood components that are needed for patients undergoing chemotherapy to control blood clotting. The platelet donation process takes just a little longer than traditional whole blood donation. The procedure is performed at Central Blood Bank donor centers via an automated filtering system. As the platelet components are removed, the other blood components are returned back to the donor. Central Blood Bank says each unit of blood can help support up to three lives. Donors need to be at least 16 years old, in good health and have a minimum hematocrit of 40%. Written parental consent is required for 16-year-old donors. Men must weigh at least 130 pounds and be at least 5’1” tall. Women must weigh at least 150 pounds and be at least 5’5” tall. For more information about blood platelet donations and to learn where you can donate, please visit centralbloodbank.org.
Monongahela Valley Hospital Receives VHA Performance Excellence Award Monongahela Valley Hospital has been recognized for achieving excellence in patient safety and clinical performance with the 2014 VHA Mid-Atlantic Achieving Patient Care Excellence Award (APEX). MVH received the Silver Level award for prevention of hospitalization-related complications, specifically hospital readmissions and venous thromboembolism events, which are cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel-related) illnesses, including blood clots. Venous thromboembolism is the third most common cardiovascular illness after acute coronary syndrome and stroke.
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MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL FEBRUARY EVENTS Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring a variety of informative programs in February. Many of the events will be held in the hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) unless otherwise noted. BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - Monday, Feb. 2 from 2 – 4 p.m., Hospital, 7-East Family Room. First Monday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1704. MANAGING YOUR DIABETES Tuesday, Feb. 3 – Thursday, Feb. 5 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., ECC. This program is designed to provide tools for daily diabetes self-management. Those attending will learn how to monitor blood sugar, understand diabetes medications and insulin, manage low and high blood sugars, improve his or her lifestyle, better understand carbohydrates and plan meals. To register, call 724-258-1483. SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAM - Tuesdays, Feb. 3, 10, 17 and 24 from 6 8 p.m., Monongahela Valley Hospital. Classes are offered at no charge to Primary Care Resource Center (PCRC) patients, MVH employees and anyone with a referral from an MVH-affiliated primary care physician. For all others, the cost for the complete program is $20. To register, call 724-258-1932. INNOVATIONS IN MEDICINE – KNEE ARTHRITIS; CARTILAGE INJURY TO TOTAL REPLACEMENT - Wednesday, Feb. 4 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Willow Room. Ari Pressman, M.D., orthopedic surgeon, will present a free program to discuss ailments of the knee including the causes and treatments of knee arthritis, cartilage injuries and total knee replacement. This presentation is part of MVH’s “Innovations in Medicine“ programming featuring physician guest speakers providing medical information to the community. To register, call 724-258-1333.
MVH BLOOD DRIVE - Friday, Feb. 6 from 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., ECC. Monongahela Valley Hospital, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, is sponsoring a blood drive to benefit local patients. To register, call 724-494-4090. FOURTH STREET BARBEQUE Friday, Feb. 6 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Hospital Main Lobby. Enjoy wings, pork, ribs and some special sides. This event is open to the public and takeout is available. For more information, call 724-258-1167. SUICIDE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP - Mondays, Feb. 9 and 23 at 6 p.m., ECC. This support group is a four-month program that meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month — the additional meeting dates beyond Feb. are March 9 and 23; April 13 and 27; and May 11 and 25. This program is led by a licensed psychologist and is free and open to all those touched by suicide. To register, call 724-268-1144. SNOWY’S EATS N’ TREATS CANDY SALE - Monday, Feb. 9 at 8:30 a.m., Hospital Main Lobby. This event is sponsored by the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. For more information, call 724-258-1167. RSDS SUPPORT GROUP - Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., ECC. The Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome (RSDS) Support Group is free and open to all persons with RSDS or related illnesses. For more information, call 724-929-9492. BETTER BREATHERS CLUB Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 2 – 3 p.m., ECC. Free and open to all adults and their family, friends or caregivers who want to learn or share information about living well with breathing issues. This month, a special guest speaker will discuss a related topic of interest. This group meets the second Tuesday of every month. For more details or information, call 724-258-1932 or 724344-0287.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 6 p.m., ECC. This free support group meets the second Tuesday of each month. Reservations are requested by calling 724-258-1333. PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 6 p.m., ECC. All prostate cancer patients, families and caregivers are invited to attend this free support group. For more information, call 724-292-9404. ADVANCED CARBOHYDRATE COUNTING - Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 6 – 8 p.m., ECC. Learn more about food choices, dining out and how personal eating habits affect your blood glucose control. Completion of the three-day “Diabetes Self-Management Training” is required prior to attending this class. To register, call 724-258-1483. INNOVATIONS IN MEDICINE – TREATING CANCER WITH RADIATION - Thursday, Feb. from 12 –6 p.m., ECC. Mohsen Isaac, M.D., radiation oncologist, will present a free program to discuss the latest cancer treatments. To register, call 724-258-1333. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Monday, Feb. 16 at 2 p.m., Hospital, 7East Family Room. The group meets the third Monday of each month. For additional information, call 724-258-1704. MANAGING YOUR DIABETES Tuesday, Feb. 17 – Thursday, Feb. 19 from 6 – 9 p.m., ECC. This program is designed to provide tools for daily diabetes self-management. Those attending will learn how to monitor blood sugar, understand diabetes medications and insulin, manage low and high blood sugars, improve his or her lifestyle, better understand carbohydrates and plan meals. The program runs for three consecutive days with either morning or evening classes available each month. To register, call 724-258-1483. HEALTHY EATING SUPERMARKET TOURS - Thursday, Feb. 19 from 2
– 4 p.m., Finleyville Giant Eagle, 3701 Route 88, Finleyville. Learn how to choose foods at the supermarket to manage a healthier lifestyle. Health care professionals from Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology will conduct the tours and discuss “Heart Healthy Eating.” To register, call 724-2581483. DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Wednesday, Feb. 25 from 6 - 8 p.m., ECC. This support program is free for people with diabetes, their families and caregivers. The topic will be, “Love your Heart.” To register, call 724-258-1483. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Thursday, Feb. 26 from 1 – 2:30 p.m., ECC. The group meets the last Thursday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1455. “GO RED” WASHINGTON COUNTY - Thursday, Feb. 26 from 3 - 7 p.m. ECC. How healthy is your heart? While heart disease is both preventable and controllable, it remains the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Monongahela Valley Hospital invites the community to celebrate American Heart Month with these free heart health education programs: a healthy cooking demonstration and tasting; an “Innovations in Medicine” talk on stroke by Pushpa Kumari, M.D., and a discussion on heart Health and physical fitness by Craig Wolfley, 12-year NFL veteran, former team member of the Pittsburgh Steelers, and radio and television personality. To register, call 724-258-1333 INFANT AND CHILD CPR CLASS Thursday, Feb. 26 from 6 - 9 p.m., ECC. Sign up to learn emergency life saving techniques of clearing airway obstructions and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling the Valley Health and Safety Training Center at 724-684-9536.
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the spine. Most of the time it is resolved by time and does not require surgical intervention. Healing time is usually about 6 weeks. Sudden pain could be due to overstretched muscles or ligaments. It could be due to acute herniation of the disc between the vertebras. Acute injury to vertebral bodies (compression fracture) could cause sudden pain. Transforaminal nerve compression could also cause pain and weakness. Chronic back/neck pain is more common. It is due to degenerative changes of the intervertebral discs.
Q: What treatments are available? A: Medications (anti inflammatory, muscle relaxants, neuropathic medication, narcotic medication, oral steroids, local anesthetics), physical therapy/chiropractic, acupuncture, epidural steroid injections and advanced interventional procedures (many types), surgeries. Chronic back/neck pain is more common. It is due to degenerative changes of the intervertebral discs.
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Home & Garden Conserve Energy This Winter by Choosing the Right Windows (NewsUSA) - Winter is upon us, but the window hasn't closed for homeowners to keep their heating bills from going through the roof. A home with inefficient windows is almost like a home with a hole in the wall – and installing energy-efficient windows can shave up to 15 percent off heating and cooling bills, according to estimates based on data set forth in the U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Star Savings Estimates (www.energystar.gov/windows). Numerous factors determine a window's energy efficiency. Windows with a lower "U-Factor," for example, are preferable in colder regions because they allow less heat to escape. "Each homeowner's needs are unique, and it's important to choose windows that make the most sense for your home
There are many factors you should consider when selecting the best windows for your home.
and environment," said Christine Marvin of Marvin Windows and Doors, a manufacturer of premium, made-to-order windows and doors. "To find out which product and glass solution might be right for you, we always suggest you visit your local dealer."
Here are some other tips to find the best windows for your home: • Consider your conservation goals. One homeowner may simply want greater energy efficiency. Another may be drawn to "passive" or "net zero" building practices -- whose requirements are designed to maintain comfortable temperatures with incredibly minimal heating and cooling systems. "At Marvin, our robust product offerings help homeowners achieve whatever type of solution they seek," said Marvin, who also pointed out that Marvin is the only major American window manufacturer to offer Passive House Institute US (PHIUS) certified options in the U.S. • Don't sacrifice beauty for efficiency. Windows should be beautiful, functional, durable and energy efficient, says Marvin, whose company offers more
than 150,000 energy-efficient options, including many standard product solutions that meet new Energy Star criteria that take effect in 2015 and 2016. "Rest assured -- there's a solution that fits both your design and efficiency needs." • Add window treatments. Certain window treatments also can help maintain comfortable temperatures in a home. For example, homeowners can program Marvin's automated exterior shading system to provide the optimal amount of light, 24 hours a day. • Consult an expert. Marvin suggests homeowners speak with a professional, when selecting windows, to explore and identify solutions for their home and climate. For more information, visit marvin.com/green or Marvin.com.
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Turn Your Backyard Into a Winter Wonderland for Wild Birds with Simple, Smart, Timely Tips (BPT) - You may think warm weather is prime-time to enjoy the rewarding hobby of bird-feeding and bird-watching. Winter, however, is the time of year when birds need you most - and when you have the greatest chance of attracting them to your backyard. Natural food and water sources become scarce, competition for limited resources is fierce and non-migratory birds are looking for a reliable, good quality meal. It's your moment! The bird-feeding experts at Cole's Wild Bird Products offer some timely tips for drawing wild birds to your backyard this winter: • Feed without guilt! There is absolutely no research that shows wild birds will become lazy if you feed them. Nor will they forego migrating in favor of hanging around your backyard. Migratory birds will act on instinct and migrate when it's time to do so, regardless of food sources. Hummingbirds, for example, will migrate, but it's often a smart, sensible idea to leave a hummingbird feeder up for a few weeks after the majority are gone, just in case a straggler needs sustenance. • No matter how urgent their need for food, birds won't visit your feeder if you fill it with the avian equivalent of junk food. Birdfeed that contains cheap fillers won't attract or satisfy birds, and they will either look elsewhere for food, or - if they're really feeling winter's pinch - eat at your feeder but leave a mess of filler uneaten on the ground. Look for birdfeed that contains quality ingredients and is free of chemicals and other toxins that could harm birds. Cole's Wild Bird products are especially formulated to attract birds and are all-natural, top-of-the crop seeds free of fillers, preservatives, mineral oils or pesticides. Their top quality feed is nitrogen-purge packaged, just like potato chips, to ensure freshness and insect -free feed. Visit www.coleswildbird.com to learn more. • Seeds are a satisfying, top choice for winter dining among birds, but they also love suet, which gives them muchneeded stores of fat. Seeds with a high fat or oil content are best for birds during winter, so look for options like black oil sunflower seed, niger seed, raw
peanuts and suet cakes. Cole's offers Nutberry Suet, an energy-packed powerhouse feed that mixes birds' favorite seeds with suet, a variety of no-melt suet cakes, and some suet specialty products like Cole's Suet Pearls and Cole's Suet Nuts, that birds love. These products provide concentrated energy to help birds make it through freezing winter weather. • While it's always important to keep your birdfeeders clean, cleanliness is even more vital during winter when more birds are likely to visit your feeders. Cleaning minimizes mold, mildew and other unhealthy conditions that could make backyard birds sick. Consider an easy to clean, hassle-free feeder like Cole's Terrific Tube Feeder, that has a quick-clean feature making cleaning a snap. Remember to throw away any seed left over in the feeder when cleaning, and let the feeder dry thoroughly before refilling. • Finding fresh, unfrozen water can be more challenging for birds than finding food in the winter. Use fountains or spritzers in your birdbath to attract thirsty birds. You can also use a heated birdbath. • Be sure to place birdfeeders with safety in mind. Keep feeders away from structures that could provide a haven for avian predators, like cats or hawks. Be mindful of proximity to your house and the risk that birds might fly into windows if feeders are too close to your home. Winter is a great time to nurture your love of bird feeding and bird watching. As your backyard fills with wild birds, their plumage and songs can brighten dreary winter days. Plus, you'll have the satisfaction of knowing you're helping your feathered friends during the season when they need it most.
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Creating an Inviting, Low Maintenance Porch (BPT) - Your porch should be a warm, welcoming outdoor living space that offers comfort and helps make a house a home. Whether you want to remodel your porch from the ground up, or just give it a refreshing new look and feel, it's easier than you think to create a perfect porch. Start with a Kleer deck as enchanting flooring for your remodeled porch, choosing from the rich, nature-inspired color palettes available for the Sierra Series and Coastal Series Decking. Sierra offers deep, solid earth tones with wood grain textures such as Sequoia, plus streaked tropical wood looks, such as Golden Teak. The Coastal Series offers charming Cobblestone and serene Sand Dune hues, which give your porch a relaxing feel reminiscent of a seaside resort. Framing your porch, like a picture for the world to see, is easy with Kleer Trimboard. Add elegant white or colorful-
Kleer Mouldings can be readily cut so that you can add eye-catching detail anywhere. Using Kleer Beaded Sheets, you can build a porch ceiling with great warmth and charm. For a picturesque porch, enclose columns in Kleer Post Wraps to protect them from the elements while adding wood's natural, finished look. To complete your perfect Lamps provide layers of light and porch, dress up nearby help to accessorize your room. windows and doors with distinctive touches that ly painted accent trim around the top, complement the look and feel of your outbottom and sides of the porch using door living space. High-impact, budgetdurable cellular PVC trimboards in a variety of sizes. This trim can even be crafted friendly ideas include adding Midinto ornate gingerbread or curved using America Siding Components' richly-colheat-bending to make soaring arches. ored shutters with matching window
headers to enhance your porch's warmth and curb appeal. The sophisticated Flat Panel and geometric-style Classic Dentil headers pair perfectly with decorative shutters like the classic Open Louver or Old World-style Board-n-Batten. Another quick, easy upgrade is an inviting door surround in cream, white or another neutral color to enhance porch aesthetics. Adding a door surround is a natural way to create that "welcome home" feeling too. Designed for easy living, Tapco's enduring Kleer and Mid-America brand solutions never require painting or wood's time-intensive upkeep. Whether you want to transform your porch into a cozy gathering spot or grand wrap-around retreat, Tapco's exterior products can put the perfect low-maintenance outdoor living space within your reach.
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BALDWIN BOROUGH Robert Lewis Angelo Mancuso et al. Megan Holleran Connors Sean Slebrich Estate of Lewis Marabito Lou Ann Jeremko Estate of Joseph Brownlee Estate of Virginia Leach Stiller LLC Linda Chermak Progressive Homes LLC Michael Skinner Jennifer Prince Jennifer Prince Stoltz Contracting LLC Becks Run Independent Fire Co. Pleasant Hills Assoc. Martin Galiszewski et al. Gregory Martin Estate of Eleanor Krupensky BBFS Enterprises LLC Federal National Mortgage Assn.
William Edgar Jr. and Britney Brophy Bonnie Jean and Carmen John Carletti Randall Pappa Peter and Julie Oliver 533 Agnew Road Land Trust Community Options Inc. Kelly Arroyo and Marie Reed Michael Kunz BEY Development LLC Sean and Christina Slebrich Christine Marie Grebner Craig and Brenda McCracken Mary Ellen Deckard Mary Ellen Deckard M&M RE Holdings LLC Firehouse Properties LLC Paul Property Management L.P. Mary Donahue PHH Mortgage Corp. Charles Krupensky Jr. D & M Land Group L.P. Pittsburgh Property Girls LLC
648 Brinwood Ave. 4711 Gardenville Road 139 Kathleen Drive 5135 Dolores Drive 533 Agnew Road 936 Angelo Drive 595 Brinwood Ave. 3722 Cready Hill Road 5463 Curry Road 112 Mary Ann Drive 5424 Wolfe Drive 5647 Sixth St. 1723 Cathell Road 1741 Cathell Road 206 Sunny Drive 801 Becks Run Road 350 Curry Hollow Road 1145 Edward Drive 4809 Gardenville Road 447 Grace St. 5085 Old Clairton Road 448 Rosewood Drive
$120,700. $104,000. $115,000. Now $174,900. t r a n s a find RealS $40,000. comm c t i o n s f r tats o u www. nity on ou m y o u r $180,000. mess enger r website! p $84,900. Real E Search aper.com. our state $125,000. and fi Transactio n n $43,500. archiv d current s page an ed ho me sa d $98,900. les. $168,000. $87,000. $5,000. $15,000. $98,900 by sheriff's deed. $78,000. $4,400,000. $156,000. $2,452 by sheriff's deed. $148,000. $675,000. $68,500.
BALDWIN TOWNSHIP Connie Jo Ploof Eloise Dallas
Brent and Kristen Enos Federal National Mortgage Assn.
1441 Perri Drive 624 Highview Road
$67,000. $4,894 by sheriff's deed
BENTLEYVILLE Joseph Sciulli Noreen Detrick Estate of Rosemarie King Michael Shawn Hennessey Violet Chmura Ellen Wernert
Daniel Policano and Melissa McNeal Policano Walter Kadash Jr. Amanda and Bradley Belivens Veterans Administration Jeffrey Lojek Wells Fargo Bank
302 Lackawanna Ave. Unknown Address 226 Piersol Ave. 132 Pittsburgh Road 124 Railroad St. 109 White St.
$163,000. $25,000. $53,000. $1,380 by sheriff's deed. $2,000. $1,419 by sheriff's deed.
BETHEL PARK George Dietz Lisa Sola Estate of Edward Poisel Jr. Phuong Tan Thi Nguyen Antoinette Mackiewicz Daniel Wolford Keith Fisher Penny Jo Roberts Estate of Douglas Gelosh James Polachek Paul Kvederis George Boehme Estate of Lea Turberville William Budner Jr. trustee Anthony Marcucci Elizabeth Stemnock
James and Beth Chatham Richard Hagerty Heather Coyner Matthew Rockey and Crystal Warheit Catherine Susanne Byrne Frank Damico Charles and Kathleen Campbell Darian and Karen McKinney Francis Delancey Jr. and Karen Delancey Martin and Kathleen T Kail Thomas John Smith III and Jennifer Smith Aaron and Charity Dear Luke and Melissa Billman Justin Mackay and Clairesita Jeans Samer Abdelahad and Sandy Salman William Wells
770 Donegal Drive 2976 Eastview Road 1135 Grandview Drive 3515 S. Park Road 5608 Tracy Drive 925 Vista Glen Drive 353 Allendale Drive 6080 Boxer Drive 1150 Braun Road 3238 Elderwood Drive 851 Fredericka Drive 1126 Greenbriar Drive 5685 Janet Drive 2943 Kings Mill Road 404 Maywood Drive 2660 S. Park Road
$230,000. $175,000. $210,000. $169,400. $134,900. $152,000. $228,000. $257,500. $174,704. $164,500. $232,500. $148,000. $138,000. $82,000. $137,900. $155,000.
Putting Your Vacation Home to Work for You (NewsUSA) - If your vacation home has started to become more of a financial headache than a refuge, it might be time to consider renting out your property. According to industry experts, an average vacation home can garner an owner an extra $30,000 of income per year. "Renting out your vacation home can open up a significant stream of revenue," says Mary Lynn Clark, president of Wyndham Vacation Rentals North America. "Understanding the business side, and all it entails, however, is a critical part of increasing your home's value without adding hassle." Before listing your home for rent, it's important to decide whether you will handle the details yourself (think booking, reservations, marketing, maintenance and management) or hire a vacation rental firm. While doing it all yourself may sound like a good idea (and the Internet has certainly made that a viable option with hundreds of rental listing sites), a recent study shows that owners spend an average of more than eight hours per week marketing and managing their vacation properties. This translates to a heavy time commitment that few people have. Clark likens it to performing maintenance on your car. "The average car owner doesn't change their own oil or replace their own brake pads," he said. "They leave it up to the professionals to do that. Why should it be any different for managing your vacation property?" Continued on page 56
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To take advantage of the added income, without having to invest a significant amount of time, professionally managed vacation rental companies provide the perfect balance. Typically, these firms assume responsibility for marketing and managing your property and taking care of any requests by the renters. Professional management companies, such as Wyndham Vacation Rentals, can help keep your property occupied by using its vast network of resources and commitment to take care of guests' experiences. Unlike other vacation rental companies, Wyndham offers a host of unique benefit programs along with dynamic pricing to get owners the most value possible. Most importantly, it offers a Vacation Rental Bill of Rights that assures guests that Wyndham will take care of their needs every step of the way. To learn more, visit www.wyndhamvacationrentals.com.
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Buyer
Elizabeth Stoops Omer McGee Jr. Ruby Gregg Extendicare Health Facilities Inc.
Richard and Karen Thomas Eric and Sarah Shoemaker Jeremy Gorman Meadowcrest RE L.P.
Jonathan Boris Estate of Charles Woods Estate of Richard Fleischauer Spring Garden Heritage LLC Alan Brennan Martha Bobo Poundstone Ann Marie Carnahan Udaya Rao Donald Link Sharon Diday Robert Fallert John Kulish James Barozzini Maria Deramo Welsh James Newton Estate of Betty Lubic Grace Sahler Joseph Amorose Regis Manion Harriet Buxton Suzanne Sedor Lynn Willison trustee John Ladasky III Jennifer Cinca Jesse August Linda Kable Robert Gallaghar estate et al. Thomas Purmort Kenneth Herz et al.
John Sonnenday and Kristine Haig Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Charles and Sally Sinatra Eric Fudala and Emily Bigley Patrick and Sarah Harmon Bonny Sutton Anthony Conti Barbara Spadafore Brett and Chellee Schmidt William Huehn Aigul Allison Gregory Hillard James Cox Craig Jernstrom and Jenna Graham Suzanne Sedor Wells Fargo Financial Pennsylvania Inc. Shenghuo Tian and Xiaoling Yang Ashley Kudranski and Andrew Egli Benjamin and Jill Kowalski Ryan and Valerie Franks Robert Charles Meussner Jr. Marge Smith et al. and Julie Smith Emily and Jared Nicholson Belinda Ann Marino Marcia Carson Zachary and Jacquelyn Jones Robert Moncavage James and Kristi McGill David and Caroline Harvey
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2825 South Park Road $51,000 3221 Arapahoe Road $180,000 3524 Ashland Drive $220,000 1200 Braun Road $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $1,817,640). 2322 Casswell Drive $212,000 5924 Dublin Road $2,102 by sheriff's deed. 4740 Hilltop Lane $240,000 6033 Oak Park Drive $212,000 130 Thunderwood Drive $199,900 968 Twin Leaf Court $132,500 5672 Villa Haven Drive $155,000 903 Berrington Court $145,000 5580 Brightwood Road $105,000 403 Broughton Road $145,000 1604 Calico Court $123,800 5404 California Ave. $122,000 5947 Dashwood Drive $150,000 2933 Eastview Road $193,500 3017 Eastview Road $165,000 1005 Harrison St. $123,784 by sheriff's deed. 225 Horning Road $118,000 5920 Irishtown Road $184,000 5940 Kings School Road $180,000 550 McMurray Road $145,000 3904 Mimosa Drive $267,000 187 Old Village Lane $179,000 210 Orchard Ave. $156,000 5335 S. Pennsylvania Ave. $160,000 5054 Sherwood Road $146,500 5717 Smith Drive $148,000 3220 South Park Road $28,000 124 Stonewood Drive $329,250 2635 Strathmore Lane $150,400
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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller Jared Stepp Sean McMillan Lea Michelle Mastascusa Bacco Constance Worley estate et al. Nancy Powell Bryan Broccolo Daniel Meshanko Mark Dallas Patricia Hertz John McGrath BRENTWOOD Cynthia Dobbins Charles Gibbons Estate of Gary Haubelt Philipp Auer Delmar Olson Michelle Bell Braun Laura Reardon Estate of Sylvester Daly Ciazio Milan Mineo Estate of Robert Zbozny Helen Gigliotti Samuel Caruso Mary Samosky Todd Aston Reese Matthew McNeil Regina Silk Dolores Mae Fabian Richard Ebert JD Development & Properties LLC Elizabeth Vesci Madlyn Schmaeling Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. trustee
Buyer
Address
Thomas Miller 2708 Summit St. Andria Krupa 913 Tanglewood Drive Jason Mark Schulte 1402 Timberidge Drive Margaret Jean Wooddell 2619 Wyncote Road Jordan Abromovitz 3596 Maplevue Drive Bruckner Enterprises LLC 261 Rocky Ridge Road Jonathan and Brieyana Navoney 180 Stonewood Drive Kaitlyn Rae Cunningham 2656 Summit St. Lisa Knight 1315 Timberidge Drive Christina Maria Manfredi McKninley & Robert McKi 103 Woodford Road US Bank NA trustee Lakeview Loan Servicing LLC Lee and Mona McCaffrey Kathleen Patterson Xiang Deng Zhang Jason Baumgarten Ashley Elizabeth Dietz Geiner Espinoza and Alison Valverde Technion Properties Group LLC Gary and Jill Moeller James and Donna Smith John Dougherty Joseph Samosky and Ashley Williams Jay and Jennifer Michalka Danielle Coury Todd Mackin Federal National Mortgage Assn. Joyce Ann Malinosky Craig Matuch Bank New York Mellon trustee Victoria Lujetic and William J Bauer Jr. James and Angelica Evan
3721 Woodrow Ave. 3753 Woodrow Ave. Brownsville Road 3941 Dalewood St. 3937 Edge Road 329 Lawnwood Ave. 3318 Villawood Ave. 363 Marylea Ave. 219 Newburn Ave. 212 Threnhauser Way 3315 Villawood Ave. 2921 Brentwood Ave. 3820 Dalewood St. 211 Mira Ave. 47 Owendale Ave. 3609 Shadewell Ave. 4105 Cloverlea St. 3871 Delco Road 3107 Elroy Ave. 3412 Kaufman Ave. 239 Pointview Road 3416 Willett Road
Price $166,900 $164,500 $103,500 $300,000 $92,000 $155,000 $265,000 $169,000 $103,000 $395,000 $1,832 by sheriff's deed. $1,790 by sheriff's deed. $2,000 $48,000 $138,000 $76,000 $62,500 $47,000 $20,000 $48,000 $119,900 $52,000 $83,710 $110,750 $82,000 $73,500 $1,832 by sheriff's deed. $78,200 $113,500 $2,043 by sheriff's deed. $80,000 $42,000
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Price
CARROLL TOWNSHIP Richard Rosenfeld Margaret Toretti Dwight David Elliott Joseph Leone Stephanie Yaros Extendicare Health Facilities Inc.
Federal National Mortgage Assn. Lisa Kruzan Wells Fargo Bank trustee Federal National Mortgage Assn. Shaina Hawthorne and Bryan Lipchinsky Havencrest RE L.P.
Joann Schmitt Adam Skokut Eilen Marie Chiprich et al.
John and Dina Paiani Robert and Brenda Smith Courtney Thorpe
CHARLEROI Jodi Shuback Gabriel Uribe Atlantic Refining & Marketing Corp.
Michael Bachinski Jr. and Nicolette Bachinski Iris Rosado Figueroa Sunoco LLC
Lena Disclafai Atlast Properties LLC C. Hallam Kimberly McBride Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.
Roxanne Smith Keith Scott Lederman J & N Enterprises Federal National Mortgage Assn. Kaja Holdings 2 LLC
804 Fifth St. $6,107 Washington Ave. $1,300 First St. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $385,819). 702 Lookout Ave. $35,000 813 Prospect Ave. $2,025 810 Fallowfield Ave. $26,500 114 Lincoln Ave. $1,386 by sheriff's deed. 823 Lincoln Ave. $3,500
CLAIRTON 6 M Co. LLC Michael Demchak et al.
Solomon Milton William Beltz Jr.
561 Third St. 851 Horton St.
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US Bank NA
Nick Maffeo Lori Maffeo Ohio Valley Investment Properties LLC Boge L.P.
Marc and Ryan Hansen Marc and Ryan Hansen Allen Byler and Jaime Pfleger Penn Pioneer Enterprises LLC
13 Grant Ave. $1,389 by sheriff's deed. 1421 Fourth St. $178,000 1430 Fourth St. $1,649 by sheriff's deed. 1591 Meldon Ave. $1,272 by sheriff's deed. 1211 Center St. $221,000 1277 Country Club Road $10 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $1,200,536). 42 Locust Ave. $203,000 1092 Route 481 $330,000 9 Grant Ave. $85,000
$15,000. $0 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $12,540). 936 Jefferson Drive $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $38,000). 912 Miller Ave. $13,500. 360 Mitchell Ave. $15,000. 126 N. Third St. $1,500. 314 Wilson Ave. $5,800 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $123,200) by sheriff's deed.
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Buyer
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Price
Henry Berendowski James Chisholm IV Janel Sekulich James Chisholm IV Kenneth Soubeyrand Edith Arelene Wolf Arkille Moresea Stephen Michael Vehec Malkin Properties LLC Roger Milgrom Trust Raymond Theodore Barringer Russ Henderson Matthew Krupp Daniel Costello et al.
Bethany Lynn Voelzke Paul Petrun John and Colleen Hamelly Solomon Milton Michael Popko Juanita Hope JKM2 Squared Properties LLC PNC Mortgage Ronald C Sobol Family 2009 Trust Savings and Loans Real Estate Investment Christiana Trust Scott Dodson Cayco LLC 4ScaliseRE LLC et al.
1304 13th St. 1030 Toman Ave. 1036 Pennsylvania Ave. 429 Baker Ave. 866 Miller Ave. 314 N. Fifth St. 384 New York Ave. 461 Carnegie Ave. 124 Constitution Circle 210 Crest St. 520 N. Seventh St. 591 Shady Court 816 Vankirk St. 709 Waddell Ave.
$64,000 $19,000 $27,000 $14,250 $5,000 $31,000 $7,000 $3,607 by sheriff's deed. $30,000 $10,000 $2,080 by sheriff's deed. $49,900 $150,000 $179,400
DONORA Albert Mueler Barbara Mack Helen Jakela et al. Eric Johnson Hannah & Brothers Properties LLC Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Don Vogel
Michael and Marsha Ann Beresh US Bank National Assn. trustee Jason Coleman Jason and Katie Oslowski Jimmie and Shawn Coulter Salvatore Salvio GW Crosby Inc.
22 Second Street Ext. 718 Castner Ave. 612 Waddell Ave. 48 Kenric Ave. 219 Third St. 477 Sixth St. 1322 Scott St.
$118,000 $1,446 by sheriff's deed. $8,500 $57,000 $4,000 $2,500 $5,000
DUNLEVY Sherry Mouyard
Matthew and Eileen Claybaugh
27 Mannina Ave.
ELIZABETH BOROUGH Gregory Szekeres Warrior Real Estate LLC Brian Konick Paula Stevens Stella Godlesky Jeffrey Squibb
Thomas and Rhonda O'Keefe Father & Son Property Investments LLC Charles Dale Eric Bauman and Tamela Jo Sexton Christopher Farkas Joseph Ponsi II and Filippa Ponsi
112 McKeesport Road 502-504 Second St. and 100-112 Baya 914 Eighth Ave. 710 Fifth Ave. 201 Williamsport Road 315 Ninth St.
ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Debra Bonacci Cleveland Daniel Suchy Joseph Chandler
Daniel Novacek Rafael and Nadine Delao Matchingdonors.org Inc.
Linda Joyce Radovich Angela Lizik Maronda Homes Inc. Stephen Sedor WCC Promotions LLC Heritage Investment Properties LLC
Christine Reitzel Christine Reitzel Lora Lee St. Angelo Bank New York Mellon trustee Debra Cleveland VFC Properties 23 LLC
Ronald Tyler Carol School Carol Buck Gregory Vasko Russell Foster Centaurus Properties LLC Deutsche Bank Trust Co. Americas trustee Carol McKinney
Ted and Janet Lippzer Matthew and Kaleigh Zimmick Eric and Lauren Bedont Michele Roth Michael LaFisca Naomi Weiss EH Pooled 114 L.P. Federal National Mortgage Assn.
FALLOWFIELD Rodney Harris estate et al. Melissa Povrzenich Champion Mortgage Groupe Family Trust David Kutcy Stacy Morgan Scott Shipley Judd Zickefoose Marcie Ann Jurik
Federal National Mortgage Assn. Bank America NA Jason and Lauren Atkins Mark and Barbara Halowich Norman Kutcy Jr. and Peggy Jane Kutcy Joseph and Barbara Downing Northwest Savings Bank James Zueger JPMorgan Chase Bank
1590 Grange Road 10 Truman Road 22 Jefferson Ave. 21 Palmer Way Fox Stop Road 1 Morgan Hill Road 292 Zippay Road 429 Old Route 71 51 Petrak St.
$2,113 by sheriff's deed. $1,427 by sheriff's deed. $50,100 $88,050 $3,200 $354,450 $1,321 by sheriff's deed. $95,000 $1,296 by sheriff's deed.
FINLEYVILLE Mingo Boy Inc. Bryan Bercik First Commonwealth Bank
Lisa Tomosky Michael and Debra Meteney Brian and Kiera Alderette
3502 Highland Ave. 3101 School Place 3532 Marion Ave.
$96,000 $95,000 $43,000
FORWARD TOWNSHIP Frank Staffen Janet Territ Adam Wallace
Stephen and Heather Hultz Carol Wallace Bank America NA
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1019 Deerfield Drive $135,000 230 Dennis St. $150,600 511 Twele Road $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $38,940). 306 Douglas Ave. $49,000 308 Douglas Ave. $5,000 304 Kennett Drive $261,463 402 Lincoln St. $5,215 by sheriff's deed. 220 McLay Drive $130,000 2367 Scenery Drive $75,645 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $281,270) by sheriff's deed. 2018 Country Club Drive $125,900 253 Lincoln Hall Road $68,000 965 Peairs Road $165,000 826 Pinecrest Drive $112,000 400 Cedar Drive $289,900 2012 Country Club Drive $135,000 1742 Kennedy St. $20,500 301 Rothey Drive $1,756 by sheriff's deed.
$103,000 $82,000 $3,308 by sheriff's deed.
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Small Fixtures Make a Big Design Impact
Lamps provide layers of light and help to accessorize your room.
(NewsUSA) - When considering lighting design, chances are you picture major fixtures like ornate chandeliers, groupings of colorful pendants or elaborate track lighting. However, even small fixtures, such as portable lamps, can transform a room, according to the American Lighting Association (ALA). Joe Rey-Barreau, education consultant for the ALA and associate professor at Continued on page 61
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JEFFERSON HILLS Mary Kratzenberg NVR Inc. Douglas Whitehouse Estate of Lois Razumic NVR Inc. Christopher Vogel Matthew Betler Environmentally Sound Enterprises LLC Eileen Ferguson trustee Brad Fawcett Jr. Environmentally Sound Enterprises LLC Estate of John Harrigan Willard Rockwell NVR Inc. Environmentally Sound Enterprises LLC NVR Inc. Estate of Harry Farrell Estate of Mary Kneicht Dennis Dowling et al.
Joseph Sorrentino Thomas and Colleen McCafferty Abdul Khan LLC Kenneth and Belinda Eber Richard Baudik and Kelly Gomolak Bandik Donald and Barbara Ann Hutton Federal National Mortgage Assn. NVR Inc. Ryan Joseph and Katie Snodgrass Brian Taylor NVR Inc. John and Margie McQueen Jeffrey and Melissa Getty Anthony and Amy Beth Sorrentino NVR Inc. Madhav Desabhotla and Sreevalli Nirmal Noreen McDonough David Karako Montoour Trail Council
Estate of Donald Anjeski John Paul Lacy MB2K Development Inc. Frances Louise Patton
Patricia Hamilton Kenneth and Connie Havrilla Joseph and Sara McElhinny Frances Louise Patton and Robert Pasko
Dennis Lloyd et al. Maronda Homes Inc. Maronda Homes Inc. Maronda Homes Inc. Wilmington Trust NA trustee
Jon and Jamie Brodine Sara and Walter Gasowski Shane and Alexandria Simmons Erin and Matthew Marcinko GI Western Properties Corp.
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158 Coal Valley Road $5,500 310 Greene Drive $358,677 107 Hillview Road $60,000 629 Gill Hall Road $95,000 308 Greene Drive $328,360 1251 Loyal Drive $40,000 1205 Cochran Mill Road $2,567 by sheriff's deed. 309 Green Drive $42,000 253 Meadowfield Lane $259,900 3042 Scotia Hollow Road $60,000 128 Washington Drive $42,000 1516 Gilmore Drive $70,000 1532 Gilmore Drive $133,000 311 Greene Drive $293,295 321 Greene Drive $43,650 323 Greene Drive $309,732 6358 Jefferson Pointe C $156,500 402 Payne Hill Road $30,000 Peters Creek Road $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $2,750). 4011 Walton Road $90,000 Gill Hall Road $17,200 2081 Laurel Ridge Drive $69,900 109 Reed Drive $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $70,895). 2003 S. Scotia Hollow Road $50,000 608 Setter Lane $318,234 630 Setter Lane $285,935 632 Setter Lane $288,455 1137 State Route 885 $6,500 621 Delaware St.
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Estate of Mary Liscik Gary Lamm JLH Development LLC JLH Development LLC Helen McConnell trustee Linda Amprim Stephanies Rentals Inc. Rachel Orr Michele Beeman Philip Mikan Estate of Ann Wasilewski Justin Caylor Elmer Shuty Irlean Dragan
Raquel Burger Mitchell Bachuchin Jack Schuwan Universal Enterprises LLC Richard and Ruth Pasqualle Eric Johnson and Bradley Metzger III Brandon Vadella Jedediah Dzimiera Debra Mae Young Dayne and Joan Crosby George Goettel Thomas and Tamara Bojsen Alfred Borrelli Jr. and Evelyn Borrelli Christopher Gray and April Baldinger
1115 Athalia Ave. 405 409 Forest St. 1200 Highland Ave. 34 McKee Ave. 9 McKee Ave. 1535 Boston Ave. Harrison St. 513 Rostraver St. 1186 Leeds Ave. 1500 Lincoln St. Montraver Drive Fairfield Drive 3 Scenery Blvd. 1144 State Road
$24,000 $53,500 $2,255 $1,925 $14,500 $75,000 $32,000 $10,000 $23,000 $90,000 $35,000 $51,500 $145,000 $125,000
MONONGAHELA David Mochniak Marion Matthews Lance Spernak Jacqueline Levi Joseph Pansino Estate of Orlando Mucci John D & Mary Feruson Trust NEW EAGLE Danny Painter
Gary Matthew Borneman Kimberlee Garrity Gary Miller Suzanne Williams Kayla Bercik Jennifer Prutznal Laura Demidio
115 Ohio St. 1000 Decker St. 708 Lincoln St. 418 Chess St. 1229 Fourth St. 807 Kennedy St. 604 Mary St.
$87,000 $33,000 $31,000 $129,000 $66,000 $41,500 $99,000
Dianna Kaufman
104 Morton St.
Papafish Inc.
Patrick and Lorraine Collins
403 Short St.
NORTH BELLE VERNON Christopher Herron Stephen Marin JLH Development LLC North Belle Vernon Borough Shannon Baqtes Thomas Budd Joseph Ruffolo
Edward and Lorrie Hildebrand Georganne Hulsman and Sharon Lee Joll Jane Gagnon Grey Land Development Inc. Benjamin and Dara Cagnon Federal National Mortgage Assn. William and Rachel Curcio
Lloyd Fernandez
Kristian Shepler
412 Jones St. $140,000 735 Speer St. $72,900 351 Anna St. $79,900 Graham St. $16,000 627 Green St. $79,500 711 Green St. $2,416 by sheriff's deed. 507 Hill St. $5,935 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $54,442) by sheriff's deed. Henry St. $32,000
NORTH CHARLEROI Samuel Yareck III
Ascendere LLC
581 Center Ave.
NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIP Darwin DeVitis Jr. et al. Kevin Ward Estate of Joseph Francis Bukovsky
Robert and Heather Kozlowski Carl Clarence and Jerianne Clark Kenneth Roche
314 Gilkeson Road 111 Walnut Drive 304 Gilkeson Road
PETERS TOWNSHIP Maribel Colby estate et al. NVR Inc. Eddy Land Co. Adam Ference William Shanafelt Estate of Eleanor Weber James Marchewka James Dellavalle Kevin Schreiber Edwin Snee Jr. estate et al. Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC
James and Beth Ann Malarkey Wade and Danielle Onuffer Richard Littman and Paula Popp Robert McCoy Jr. and Christine McCoy Effrey and Leigha Selvoski Citizens Bank Wells Fargo Bank NA trustee Kevin Schreiber Michael McCaffrey 271 Art Land LLC Elie Atme and Baharak Cassandra Nolen
William Kamm NVR Inc. Kandi Jablonski Steven Eckert Michael McCormick Craig McConville Tri River Design & Construction Inc. Gilbert Miller Benjamin Hansen National Residential Nominee Serv. Ic Gene Rozzi Jr. Estate of Regis Joseph Dunn John Barker
$1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $32,920). $10,000
$87,454 $60,000 $282,500 $85,000
157 Ammons Drive $190,000 524 Cortland Drive $442,040 715 Crosswinds Drive $460,774 107 Fawn Valley Drive $300,000 208 Hemlock Drive $335,000 101 Parkwood Lane $1,604 by sheriff's deed. 290 Pine Ridge Drive $1,682 by sheriff's deed. 100 Springbrooke Drive $455,000 100 Springbrooke Drive $400,000 271 Thompsonville Road $2,551,000 105 Whispering Heights Lane $880,996 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $880,997). Matthew Kicinski 209 Canterwood Drive $547,000 Sean and Lindsay McMillan 553 Cortland Drive $443,333 SABR Mortgage Loan 2008-1 REO Subsidiary 205 Farrmington Drive $1,423 by sheriff's deed. George Andrew III 100 McIntosh Drive $344,900 Jose Sifontes and Olga Casalduc 435 Robinhood Lane $250,000 Samantha and Joshua Harvey 244 Thompsonville Road $265,000 J Russell and Marilyn Wylie 225 Village Green Drive $377,500 C & G Real Estate Holdings LLC 4275 Washington Road $1,637,500 National Residential Nominee Services Ic 322 Bunker Hill Drive $483,000 William Kamm Jr. and Karin Kamm 322 Bunker Hill Drive $483,000 Dayal and Nita Sutaria 216 Canterwood Drive $1,000,000 Andrea Mackey 118 Carol Drive $176,900 Sean and Cristina Keller 288 McCombs Road $64,000
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the University of Kentucky's School of Interior Design, says, "With the proper light bulb and shade, a lamp can provide effective task lighting while also serving as an important decorative element in a space." It is important to view a lamp as a piece of the overall whole, not the only source of lighting in a room. One or two lamps cannot effectively illuminate a large space if they are the primary light source. Think of table and floor lamps as lighting accessories that create layers of light.
Layering Your Lights "Layering of light means there are multiple types of lighting fixtures in a single space," says Rey-Barreau. "For example, in addition to recessed and decorative lighting at the ceiling, table and floor lamps can provide lighting for dark corners." The difficult part of deciding which lamps work best for your space may be choosing from the nearly infinite range of types and styles available.
Focusing on Bulbs While in the past, table and floor lamps typically used incandescent bulbs, the introduction of LED light bulbs now provides a better option. LED bulbs are five to six times more efficient than incandescent bulbs and can last 25 times longer, making them both money and energy savers. "It is important to choose the correct color temperature of the bulb," ReyBarreau says. "Incandescent and halogen bulbs all have the same warm color temperature, which is a measure of how visually warm or cool a space appears. LED bulbs are available with different color temperature ratings, and consumers sometimes make the mistake of choosing a color that appears too cool or bluish." Bulb packaging includes detailed information about light output, wattage consumption and color temperature. Rey-Barreau suggests choosing a color temperature in the 2700K to 3000K range, which will match the color of incandescent and halogen bulbs. Your local ALA-member store has a large selection of lamps, as well as trained professionals to help you find the perfect fixture. More information is available at americanlightingassoc.com.
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If your ducts look dirty, they probably are and should be inspected by a reputable, certified HVAC professional. (NAPSI)—While professionally cleaned ductwork can be like a breath of fresh air to many houses, there are a few facts you should know when it’s time to have your home’s air ducts cleaned. 1. In a typical six-room home, up to 40 pounds of dust are created annually through everyday living. Your heating and cooling system is the lungs of your home. The dander, dust, chemicals and other contaminants are pulled into the HVAC system, where they can build up and possibly contribute to health problems, especially for people with respiratory conditions, autoimmune disorders or allergies. 2. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, 25 to 40 percent of the energy used for heating or cooling a home is wasted. Contaminants in the heating and cooling system cause it to work harder and shorten the life of your system. A clean HVAC system doesn’t have to work as hard so it uses less energy. 3. When you do hire a professional cleaner, ask if it belongs to NADCA, a trade association of the HVAC inspection, maintenance and restoration industry. Its members have signed a Code of Ethics and invested time and resources into industryrelated training and education. They also have general liability insurance. 4. You should be aware that some nonNADCA companies use scare tactics and “bait and switch” methods to squeeze money out of their clients or don’t clean the HVAC system at all, let alone to the industry’s standards. Continued on page 63.
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Address
Jane Jacobs Bonnie Thompson Edward Courtney Jr. Mary Bologna Rita Romansky Kelli Stewart William Magnotti III Julie Grose Margie Claypool Virginia VanVoorhis Lewis Est Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Cory Ruiz Vincent Fazio et al. Federal National Mortgage Assn. Estate of Robert Roach Estate of Virginia Cawley Joseph Deegan John Chulko Investors Mark Acquistions LLC Linda Taylor William Gray Jr. Eddy Land Co. Ann Marie Knapp Martha Bur Renee Warholak
Linda Jacobs Baumiller and Mark Baumiller 529 Robinhood Lane Patrick and Diane Botula 801 Sheriffs Court White Column Investments LLC Springdale Road Terry and Rose Pepper 115 Stratford Drive Federal National Mortgage Assn. 100 Teaberry Court Loyola Energy LLC 372 Bower Hill Road Stephen and Joyce Valent 206 Boxwood Court Bldg 9 Sean and Lisa Campbell 133 Golfview Drive Christopher Barraclough 138 Lindenvale Drive Alice Cumba Revocable Trust 283 McCombs Road Doreen Valentine 306 Merrifield Drive Randy and Evelyn Lueth 106 Nevine Drive Carol O'Toole 206 Ridgeview Drive Frank South 111 Roscommon Pl William Dennis Hutchison 112 Roscommon Pl Christopher and Nicole Flaherty 335 Stonebrook Drive Subhashini Karra & Kiran Kumar Ayyalasomayajula 114 Tanglewood Drive Joshua and Nicole Eckenrode 108 Valley View Road Thomas and Amy Dorazio 506 Villa Drive Leech & Henry Construction Inc. 101 Whispering Heights Lane Edward and Lori Archibeque 110 Bridle Trail Peter and Ana Inverso 713 Crosswinds Drive Patrick and Gayle Manning 127 Grouse Court Patrick and Sandra Bryant 330 Stonebrook Drive Halo Holdings LLC 2948 Washington Road
PLEASANT HILLS Pamela Wooding Robinson Fore Inc. Margaret Neff Sean Barna et al. Richard Kennedy David Drapela Federal National Mortgage Assn. William Hartle Federal National Mortgage Assn. Jill D'Angelo Wanda Gretz International Fidelity Insurance Co.
Ramesh Siwakoti Freedom Life Center Inc. Jeffrey Graham Raymond Garofalo Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Margaret Karell Walnut Creek Properties LLC Tyler Morelli and Sarah Horst GI Western Properties Corp. Ryan Jeskey and Nadine Haffner Mary Ann Garcia A1A Holdings Inc.
Heidi Snyder Estate of Barbara Stimmer
David and Jamie Dominick Matthew White
ROSTRAVER Bellevue Partn. L.P. Nationwide Real Estate Referrals LLC Cara Lion et al. Cynthia Ann Kalcevic
Jason and Heather Rodebaugh JRL Real Estate LLC Larry and Patricia Sala trustee Summit Investment Trust
Debra Lee Bernstein Antoinette Hepler et al. Michael McCormick Nationstar Mortgage LLC Vision Real Estate Holdings LLC Estate of Patrick Risha Samuel Daugherty et al.
Brittany Ann Sanderson Jason and Heather Rodebaugh David and Dana LaCarte CR Homes LLC Luke and Janelle Mackowiak Jeffrey Allen and Melissa Curtis Donald Panepinto Jr.
Christen Walters
Gerald Manown Jr.
Bryan McGee
David Barkley
Lori Summers Maronda Homes Inc. Nancy LoFiego trustee Itama Development Assn. L.P. Maronda Homes Inc. Natalie Gilbert Estate of Arlene Winters Githens Andrew Solan
Wells Fargo Bank NA Kenneth and Milissa Craggs Tammy Lenhart J&L Property Holdings LLC Ryan and Malerie Dolton Adam Mattozzi Leroy Higinbotham Jr. Lowell and Debra Cisowski
SOUTH PARK Russ Keifer Sharon Strupek Flaherty
Wayne and Michele Betz Melanie Voyten
Price $200,000 $345,000 $700,000 $350,000 $1,445 by sheriff's deed. $129,000 $226,000 $325,000 $154,000 $335,000 $649,900 $544,450 $217,000 $152,000 $191,000 $197,000 $468,000 $295,000 $1,510,000 $155,000 $577,000 $434,674 $153,000 $226,500 $975,000
140 Old Clairton Road $129,900 Plaza Road $325,000 141 Slater Drive $119,900 103 E. Bruceton Road $125,900 390 Grace St. $1,911 by sheriff's deed. 111 Senate Drive $128,750 179 Winifred Drive $63,300 121 Caryl Drive $247,000 369 Cavan Drive $109,000 39 Glenburn Drive $119,900 55 Sunrise Drive $90,000 Delano Drive $0 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $76,560). 609 Inglefield Drive $350,000 359 Millet Lane $53,000 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $134,530) by sheriff's deed. 635 Lookout Ave. $95,500 1030 Rostraver Road $210,000 260 Shel Lyssa Lane $76,000 Ash Ave. $16,280 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $105,517) by sheriff's deed. 107 Flack Road $64,900 635 Lookout Ave. $83,000 177 Valley View Drive $375,000 522 Darr St. $6,100 117 Hornbeck Drive $126,500 816 Vernon Drive $24,000 Unknown Address $948 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $9,583) by sheriff's deed. Fourth and Parkinson $4,749 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $54,597) by sheriff's deed. Buddtown Road $520 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $4,921) by sheriff's deed. 213 Clark St. $2,091 by sheriff's deed. 308 Davinci Court $251,180 318 Rolling Drive $115,000 Zundel St. $185,000 519 Galileo Drive $254,130 141 Lynnwood Road $70,000 432-434 Rostraver Road $30,900 1153 Willowbrook Road $117,400 1676 Connor Road 1991 Kirkby Drive
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Laura Bruckner
Nancy Bundy
Penn Pioneer Enterprises LLC Robert Turley Jr. Dorothy Apel Estate of Gilbert Sonick Daniel Spencer Walter Bauer Bradley Sullivan Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Estate of Betty Halgas Matthew Skirpan Kathy Reinecker Ronald Szymanski Andrew Vasko Jr. Mark Thompson Mark Torrey Richard Grice Nancy Hardinger
Kendall Custom Homes LLC James and Jessica Boland Don Bick Inc. Alan and Margaret Wise Joseph Ware Sandra Turley Bryan and Amber Bercik Paul Miller and Frederick Schaffer Kevin and Karen Hines Charles Bradley and Jennifer Lynn Gumbert Carla Ballone Eric and Lauren Patchan David Gaetano and Talisha Schrello Federal National Mortgage Assn. Michael Pilardi Cynthia and Shawn Wyne Seth Ferry
Lyle Sweany Judith Martin Mary Bidoli Stanley Bichler Jr. Arthur Adams
Matthew Davis and Emily Mishler Rachel and Howard Mincone Christine Needham Roert Turley Jr. and Rebecca Turley TPS Rentals LLC
SPEERS George Soles et al. Barbara Spadafore
Joseph and Pamela Galiotto 718 Lewis Ave. John Degregorio & Linda Joy Hamer Degregorio 201 Scott St.
UNION TOWNSHIP Maronda Homes Inc. Elizabeth Cole Richard Tomosky Estate of Elsie Helen Bentley Terry Zimmer John Kozon Ruth Sargent Jason Cheponik
Randall and Linda Mazon Pennymac Corp. Chad and Jillian Pehowic George David Bentley Trish Zimmerman Lucy McCloskey Albert George Colleen Chiz
146 Cinque Terra Place 3947 Finleyville Elrarma Road 3911 Finleyville Elrama Road 12 Bentley Drive 142A Airport Road 3470 Cherry Ave. 9 Circle Ave. 116 Patterson Road
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WHITEHALL Laverne Gephart Housing & Urban Development Stephen Bies Donald Schindler estate et al. Robert Yonke Kayla Fiumara Brian Thomas Murello Helen M Powell Revocable Trust Albert Bellisario Michael Lettrich Estate of James Neice Kenneth John Hustava HR Investments LLC Jerome Schmotzer Robert Singler Carol Rieber Tracy Fisher Ann Marie Gajski et al. Richard Debski Estate of David Gillenberger DDMP 1 LLC Estate of Robert Winert Karen Coleman Estate of George Pardiny Skytop Village Inc. Carl Colteryahn Jr. et al.
Tom Murray III and Amy Murray Robert Galvin Brian Murello Jeffrey Warnock Albert and Marsha Stramiello Michael Fiumara Catherine and Michael Calkins Yam and Deo Maya Chemoriya Dennison and Gretchen Browne Matthew Mitchko and Vanessa Fuller Matthew and Jaclyn Jakubowski Renato and Holly Garofalo Jared and Rachel Kreider Richard and Louise Greenan Ricardo Demeo Jr. Judith Malenka Brian Patter Nicholas Hinsch Bhagawath Pokhrel and Nirmala Sharma Willard and Patricia Rockwell Ryan and April Jones PB Property Development Inc. Federal National Mortgage Assn. Michael and Melanie Alspaugh Skytop Village LLC Stephen McGreevy
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1112 Mike Reed Drive $93,610 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $173,910) by sheriff's deed. 1855 Stoltz Road $14,345 2523 Bonnie Dell Drive $390,000 1830 Stoltz Road $80,000 1591 Berryman Ave. $182,900 929 Bideford Drive $224,250 550 Hidden Ridge Court Unit 302 $127,000 1412 Royal Park Blvd. $214,500 1808 Cedaridge Drive $70,000 1625 Citation Drive $250,000 1911 Hertford Drive $182,500 900 Hidden Ridge Court Unit 301 $114,000 2620 Keats Drive $139,000 1525 Wilson Ave. $100,600 1016 Barnsley Drive $2,392 by sheriff's deed. 4091 Brownsville Road $38,050 5002 Cardox Road $25,000 3710 Meadow Lane $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $86,570). 4117 Orchard St. $95,000 6078 Pleasant St. $124,250 6217 Pleasant St. $96,900 1700 Queens Drive $265,000 1417 Snee Drive $52,000
5094 Fieldcrest Drive 221 Magnolia St. 4861 Rolling Hills Road 1015 Varner Road 4623 W. Lawnview Ave. 4978 Brownsville Road 4407 McKee Drive 1257 Prospect Road 4610 W. Barlind Drive 4738 Baptist Road 5380 Baptist Road 5305 Fieldcrest Drive 4630 Brownsville Road 1052 Duncan Lane 4623 E. Willock Road 5216 Lantern Hill Drive 4630 N. Emblem Drive 4740 Old Boston Road 1019 Varner Road 1315 Varner Road 4787 Barone Drive 4703 Meadowgreen Drive 4431 Mulberry Court 4523 Norwin Road Prospect Park Varner Road
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$69,000 $110,000 $181,932 $1,307 by sheriff's deed. $172,000 $55,000 $110,000 $152,000 $80,500 $240,000
Give Your House A Fresh Start: Get The Ductwork Cleaned Continued from page 62.
How To Tell You’re Getting A Professional Cleaner • Is the company able to show proof of NADCA membership and certification? • Is the contractor willing to conduct a thorough inspection of the HVAC system prior to per- forming any work and disclose any problems discovered? • Will the contractor clean the supply and return air ductwork, the airstream side of the heat exchanger and the secondary heat exchanger? • After cleaning, are access panels properly sealed; blower blades and compartment clean and free of oil, dust and debris? Point a flashlight into the cooling coil. Does light shine through? It should if the coil is clean. Check to make sure the coil fins are straight and evenly spaced and the coil drain pan is clean and that it is draining properly. Do the filters fit properly and are they the proper efficiency recommended by the manufacturer? You can get free brochures about HVAC inspection, maintenance and restoration as well as a complete checklist and more information online at http://nadca.com.
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Lent Services at Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church
Men's Event at South Hills Church of the Nazarene
Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church, ECO, located at 561 Mingo Church Road, Finleyville, will observe the start of the Lenten Season on Ash Wednesday, February 18, with a 7 p.m. service. Imposition of Ashes will be a part of this time of worship and preparation. Beginning the 1st Sunday in Lent, February 22, and continuing through to Holy Week, the church will continue to proclaim, remember, and respond to the atoning death of Christ during our 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning services. All are welcome. For more information, visit our website at www.mingochurch.org, or call us at 724-348-5278.
"Home Overhaul: Applying the Gospel to Your Home" with Todd Friel of Wretched Radio and TV will be held at South Hills Church of the Nazarene, Bethel Park on March 7 from 9 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Cost is $30 which includes lunch, snacks, drinks, and a bonus event. To register, visit www.eventbrite.com (search Todd Friel) or call 412-831-6333.
3rd Annual Men’s Sportsman’s Banquet Scheduled at Calvary Bible Church in N. Charleroi Calvary Bible Church, 990 4th St. Ext., North Charleroi, is holding their 3rd Annual Men’s S p o r t s m a n ’s Banquet on S a t u r d a y, February 7. Steve Sorensen Guest speaker is Steve Sorensen. His topic for the evening is “The Path to Your Next Mature Whitetail.” Steve is an awardwinning syndicated outdoor columnist and is pastor of a church in Russell, PA. The doors open at 5 p.m. with a wild game dinner served at 6 p.m. The program starts at 7:15 p.m. This one-of-akind program can tip the deer hunting odds in your favor. There will be plenty of door prizes. Reservations are required for this free event. Call 724483-6108.
First United Methodist Church in Monongahela Hosts Lenten Luncheons First United Methodist Church is located at 430 West Main St., Monongahela. For more information, call 724-258-7054. The Monongahela Ministerium Lenten Luncheons are being hosted at the First United Methodist Church beginning on Wednesday, February 18 from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. and continuing each week during Lent. Rev. Alan Morrison will be the speaker. Come and bring a friend for lunch and worship.
Lenten Food Sale Planned at Charleroi’s Holy Ghost Holy Ghost Social Center, near 9th and Meadow Ave., Charleroi, will host Lenten food sales on Ash Wednesday, February 18 and March 6 and 20 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Primary menu is Pirohy (cooked with onion and/or frozen), fish sandwich, soups including lima bean and cream of potato. Additional side items include coleslaw and halusky. Weather permitting. Call ahead to 724-489-0500 to place your order.
West Elizabeth Welcomes New Church: The Calvary Chapel South Pittsburgh Church By Charlotte Hopkins Pastor Tim Green and his wife Jan are reopening the former Methodist church for the citizens of West Elizabeth under a new name – the Calvary Chapel South Pittsburgh Church. If all goes as planned, the doors will officially open to the community in March. One of the members in the fellowship purchased the church Green plans to use; he will pass the church on to Green as either a lease or lease-to-own setup. Jan Green and Pastor Tim Green are happy to be bringing They are in the process of cleaning up the Calvary Chapel South church and making minor repairs. There are a Pittsburgh to the West few larger jobs that also need to be tackled, Elizabeth community. which they are undergoing one step at a time. These hurdles have not hindered Pastor Green's efforts to open his church. For the time being, they hold Sunday services at the Elizabeth Grand Theatre every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The Calvary Chapel South Pittsburgh Church has also established a youth group, which is planning its first mission trip to Jamaica. There are also church leagues for adults which meet at Panera Bread. Green and his family introduced themselves to the community by hosting the West Elizabeth Community Days. He brought in a magician, rope ladder, coffee bar, and nacho bar. Shawnelle Dodds, a former West Elizabeth resident, made caricature art. “We want to be good neighbors, not people who do what we want to do,” expressed Green. He is hoping to make the West Elizabeth Community Days an annual event. Green also attends each council meeting and is open to suggestions of support groups that the citizens of West Elizabeth would find helpful. Those interested in learning more about Calvary Chapel South Pittsburgh Church or helping in the cleanup of the church can go online at www.calvarysouthpitt.com or contact Pastor Tim Green at 412-596-8869.
St. Thomas A' Becket in Jefferson Hills Schedules 2015 Fish Fries During the Lenten Season, St. Thomas A' Becket Church,139 Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills, will hold their fish fry on each Friday of Lent, beginning Friday, February 20 and including Good Friday. The hours are 3:30 to 7 p.m. Takeouts are available by calling 412-655-9966. The menu
includes: baked or fried cod dinners; fried shrimp dinner; combo dinner platter (fried fish and fried shrimp); tuna melts; and baked or fried fish sandwich. We also have soup, fries, pizza, homemade mac-n-cheese and haluski. Dinners include two sides and beverage. Children's menu available. (Special additions: March 6 and 27 homemade crab cakes; April 3 (Good Friday) - homemade pierogies). For more information, call 412-655-2885 or 412-653-4322.
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Recent Local Death Notices ALLEN, Helen Anna (Leitl), 91, of Bethel Park, died January 12. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. ALLEN, William Robert Sr., 92, of Bethel Park, died January 10. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. ARBASAK, Francis, 73, of West Mifflin, died December 24. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. BANAHASKY, Paul A., 93, formerly of Finleyville, died December 27. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. BARGER, Agnes Ann, 44, of Monongahela, died December 30. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. BEHRENDT, Sandra L., 66, of Charleroi, died January 4. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. BERGMAN, Barbara Lynne, 56, of Rostraver Township, died December 31. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. BLAIR, Dean Forrest, 63, of Charleroi, died December 27. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. BLASKO, Bernard “Ben”, 63, of Charleroi, died January 6. Arrangements by SchrockHogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. CIEPIELA, Marion J., 88, of Speers Hill, died December 28. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. COGLEY, Nicholas Andrew, 41, of Baldwin Borough, died December 23. Arrangements by Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. COLES, Flora, 87, of Elizabeth, died January 2. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. COLVIN, Eileen O., 96, of Fallowfield Township, died January 11. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. COOPER, Kenneth J., 51, of Brentwood (formerly of Castle Shannon), died January 3. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. CRAWFORD, James E., 80, of Gastonville, died December 24. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. CROSS, Gloria M. (Manfredi), 83, of Warren, OH (formerly of Monongahela), died December 21. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. DiBASILIO, Helen, 87, of Monongahela (Carroll Township), died December 17.
Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. DiCLAUDIO, Anna, of Elizabeth Township, died December 28. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. GRAY, Gary L., 72, of Speers Hill, died December 20. Arrangements by SchrockHogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. GUTKNECHT, Ronald E. “Bud”, 84, of Baldwin Borough, died January 3. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. HARTMAN, George H., 76, of New Eagle, died December 22. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. HEBER, Mary Wallace, 92, of Bridgeville (formerly of Bethel Park), died December 20. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. HENRY, Wayne Petey Dink, 79, of Coal Center, died January 4. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. HOFF, Lillian M. (Huff) “Mouse”, 84, of Mariana (formerly of Nineveh and Elizabeth), died January 12. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. KANE, Valerie (Wysochanski), 63, of Monessen, died January 9. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. KINGER, William H., 81, of West Mifflin, died January 6. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. KLUS, Elizabeth M., 92, of Jeannette (formerly of Charleroi), died January 5. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. KUCHAR, Edward J., 79, of West Mifflin, died December 30. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. LANDS, Jessie C. (Stump), 68, of New Eagle, died December 10. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. LARKINS, Mary I. (Vogel), 91, of Pleasant Hills, died December 27. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MANN, Rudolph C., 89, of Monongahela, died December 12. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. MARCUCCI, David J., 62, of Jefferson Hills, died January 10. Arrangements by Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park
Township. McGEE, Pauline V. (Mozley), 78, of South Park, died December 31. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MILINSKI, Mary J. (Cucura), 86, of Pleasant Hills, died December 25. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MUDGE, Barbara, 89, of Bethel Park, died January 11. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. NEIL, Mildred A. (Little), 88, of Donora, died December 23. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. PALMER, Thelma M., 96, of North Charleroi, died January 8. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. PATERLINE, Lloyd W., 82, of Monongahela, died January 4. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. PATERSON, David M., 90, of West Mifflin, died December 16. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. PETROSKY, Thomas E., 84, of Baldwin, died January 15. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. PATTERSON, Dorlee T., 71, of Finleyville, died January 7. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. ROMAN, Geraldine B., 63, of Monongahela, died December 27. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. RUCINSKI, Rosemarie, 82, of Pleasant Hills (formerly of Baldwin Borough), died January 16.Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. SADLER, Georgette O., 96, of Charleroi, died December 21. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. SAVKO, Joseph R. “Pitts” Sr., 78, of Jefferson Hills, died December 27. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. SCHEPONIK, Mildred Kubik, 85, of Carroll Township, died January 10. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. SCHMITT, Irma, 94, of Baldwin, died January 12. Arrangements by Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. SCHOLLAERT, Kenneth W., 60, of Bethel Park, died January 13. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral
Home in Pleasant Hills. SELINSKY, Paul R., 85, of Monongahela, died December 20. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. SMITH, Glenn L. Jr., 90, of West Mifflin, died December 28. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. SMITH, Stanley A., 86, of Pleasant Hills, died January 8. Arrangements by Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. SNYDER, Lou Ann, 59, of West Mifflin, died January 9. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. STAFF, James H. Jr., 68, of Carroll Township, died January 12. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. STEIN, Regis, 62, of Stockdale, died January 16. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. TRIMBUR, Dolores B. (Woolensack), 85, of Schwenksville (formerly of West Mifflin), died January 16. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. URWIN, Eva L., 54, of Charleroi, died January 4. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. VanBIBBER, Jonathan T., 42, of Finleyville, died December 5. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. VOGEL, R. Jean, of South Park, died December 28. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. WELSH, Norma Jean, 91, of Bethel Park, died December 31. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. WILSON, Albert B. “Putts”, 87, of Pleasant Hills, died January 16. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. WINTERHALTER, Geraldine R., 79, of Brentwood, died January 11. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. WISE, Jean E. (Musher), 90, of Baldwin Borough, died January 12. Arrangements by Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. YOUNG, Paul Leroy, 68, of Coal Center, died December 26. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. ZELEZNIK, Nellie (Czura), 81, of West Mifflin, died January 3. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
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Entertainment Live Music & Entertainment at Your Neighborhood Hot Spot! E&E CLUB 412 - 835 - 9935 6495 2nd Ave., South Park Wednesdays – Pool League Sundays – Free Pool
ELRAMA TAVERN 412 - 384 - 3630 1520 Rt. 837, Elrama 3 – Open Jam Night DENNY’S ROADHOUSE 8 p.m. 724 - 258 - 6232 7 – Running Low Band 3431 Rt. 136, Finleyville 9 p.m. (Corner of Ginger Hill Rd 9 – Colors & Bottles & Rt. 136) 13 – Todd Jones 9 p.m. Mondays – Saturdays 17 – Open Jam Night Exotic/Lingerie Barmaids 8 p.m. 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. 21 – JD Taylor Birthday Bash 9 p.m. 23 – Colors & Bottles 27 – Mark Cyler Duo 7 p.m.
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by Mandy Withers-Kozlowski
FEBRUARY 2015 BALTIMORE HOUSE 412 - 653 - 9332 176 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills Tuesdays – Karaoke w/ Art and Kaylee 9 p.m. Thursdays – Karaoke w/ Judy 9 p.m. Fridays – Dart Tournament
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HEY ANDY’S SPORTSBAR AND LOUNGE 724 - 258 - 4755 1221 W. Main St., Monongahela 7 – Nancy and the Reps 13 – 5 Minutes of Fame Karaoke 14 – Fungus 20 – Hawg Wild 21 – Shannon and the Merger THE HUNTING LODGE 724 - 348 - 7984 3529 Washington Ave., Finleyville Fridays – Free Juke Box 8 p.m. - close Saturdays – Free Juke Box 8 p.m. - close
THE KICKSTAND BAR & RESTAURANT 412 - 384 - 3080 1100 Hayden Blvd., Elizabeth Fridays – Jamoke Saturdays – DJ RINKY DINKS ROADHOUSE 724 - 228 - 1059 339 Amity Ridge Rd., Amity 6 – Ruff Creek 21 – Ruff Creek ROY’S BY THE TRACKS 724 - 348 - 7118 3710 Rt. 88, Finleyville 6 – The Bill Ali Band 13 – Fynal Tyme II 20 – The Matt Barranti Band
Wednesdays – Karaoke w/ Brett Saturdays – Karaoke Sundays – Karaoke THE TROLLEY STOP INN 412 - 835 - 9600 6247 Library Rd., Bethel Park Fridays – Magician Jason Christopher 7 - 9 p.m. VALLEY HOTEL 412 - 233 - 9800 1004 New England Hollow Rd., Jefferson Boro (Intersection of 837/Coal Valley Rd.) Fridays – Open Stage Night – all musicians welcome
ATTENTION: LOCAL BARS, RESTAURANTS, & NIGHTCLUBS If you would like to be included in the monthly “PUMP UP THE VOLUME” section to promote and list your bands, please send us your list of performances each month. There is no fee for this listing. Fax: 412-249-8177 or e-mail: mandy@messengerpaper.com or visit www.myspace.com/ufmpuv
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ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER South Hills – Mon Valley Messenger, one of the largest circulated community newspapers in the region is in need of an experienced Advertising Sales Manager to our team of display advertising representatives. Responsibilities will include: • Holding regular sales team meetings and/or conference calls. • Recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training new sales team members. • Developing and implementing monthly sales goals and action plans for both print and digital products. • Developing and implementing customer retention and customer loyalty programs. • Visiting clients to build and enhance relationships. • Play a lead role with outreach to advertising agency community • Monitor and improve customer acquisition strategy by managing new business inquiries, ad leads, cold calls and closing ratios. • Create new and unique selling opportunities and special sections.
Applicant must be driven, motivated, and possess a positive and enthusiastic attitude. Preferred candidate must have a proven track record of motivating and managing a sales team. Advertising sales experience is required. Newspaper or print publication sales experience is a plus. College degree is preferred, but not required. Candidate must be computer literate, have internet access and be well internet access, and reliable transportation is also required. Opportunities for telecommuting, and working remotely will be considered. Compensation for this position will include a base pay, commission, incentives and bonuses and will be commensurate with the level of experience. Interested candidates can apply by e-mailing a resume and cover letter to dhaniford@messengerpaper.com or by faxing to 412-249-8177.
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The MESSENGER is the premier community newspaper in the South Hills and Mon Valley area of Pittsburgh. We are a free, monthly publication seeking to expand our coverage, and grow existing territories. The MESSENGER is looking to add experienced Sales Representatives to our growing team of professionals. Candidates should possess: Strong sales and/or customer service skills, ability to offer clients advice on ad content and design, handle several projects at once, work on a deadline, familiarity with Mon Valley area, reliable transportation, flexible schedule, computer with internet access and a personable, friendly attitude.
LAWNBOY MOWERS - Used Lawnboy mowers. All 2cycle. Gold & silver. All self propelled. Great Shape. Also wanted to buy used Lawnboys and Honda. Call 724-7456489. ________________________________________ Stationary Exercise Bike - Less than 1-year old. Hardly used! Very compact. Bike would fit in a small area, great for apartment setting, in a bedroom or game room. $100 (cash only). Must pick-up. 724-348-7557 ________________________________________
Minolta SRT 202- 35mm camera plus telephoto 150x210, 2x convertor, 16 x 28 Wide Angle, 42x super wide angle, multi lens plus numerous lens and filters and Vivitar 283 Flash $75.00. Call 724-684-8243 ________________________________________ 5' wood church pew, fancy scrolled ends, $400. Lenox Collectible Plates, Colonial Bouquet, 11 out of set of 13, $50 each. 412-469-0333 ________________________________________ Kitchen Aid built in dishwasher $40, Frigidaire upright freezer $75, Maytag stove $ 75, Sunbeam grill master $ 25. 724-736-0478 ________________________________________ Recliner/rocker, Lane, fabric, $75. Tool box on wheels, 2 shelves, 3 drawers, $50. Wheelbarrow, $25. Soldering gun, $20. Tap & die set, $40. Small tools, 2 Christmas wreaths & garland, baby gate. Call 724-222-0936 ________________________________________ Children’s Play Table 24” x 24” x 20” high, metal with folding legs, Spiderman design top, $5.00. Call 724-6845531 ________________________________________ Table - 6' Formica, heavy duty folding table, $30.00. Binoculars with case - Quintar 7 x RLE 37.5 Swiff Extra Wide Model #704, Sport King, $20.00. Panasonic Stereo Radio + Turntable, #SL-HM42 + Syntheisizer + Double Cassette Deck, $50. Bar Stools, 2 beige with backs, $30.00. Records - 45's 33 1/3 and 78's, make offer. Call 724-684-8243 ________________________________________ 3 table saws, 10 in. table saw craftsman, 3,450 rpm, 115 volts, 60 HE P42, 14 amp 1 hp, $275. 6-1/8 in. Jointer Planner Craftsman, 1/3 hp, 120 volts, 60 HE, 8 amp, $275. Band Saw, Rockwell, 1725 rpm, 1/2 hp, 115 volts, 230, $100. Call 724-348-4324 (evenings) ________________________________________ Mon Valley Memorial Park, Donora, 2 lots and 2 vault, $3600. 2 Lots $1600. Call 724-258-8631 ________________________________________ 4 adjoining plots for sale. Mon Valley Memorial Park "Garden of the Cross" area. Beautiful view of the valley and river below. New lots through cemetery sell for $975 each. Will sell ALL 4 for $3000, 2 for $1600 or $850 each. Deed Transfer fee included ($95/lot)! 724-650-3520 ________________________________________ SURREY FOR SALE! 3-Seated, Horse Drawn: $1,500. • Horse Back Riding Lessons. • Riding Horses for Sale! www.logcabinstables.com. 724-787-4817 ________________________________________
Preferred candidates will possess: Prior newspaper or media experience, good communication and presentation skills and be motivated, determined and persistent. Interested applicants should email us at dhaniford@messengerpaper.com with a resume and cover letter, or mail to P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243.
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----------- ITEMS WANTED -------Tektronix oscilloscope, excellent working condition, newer model, preferably with manual, must be very low price. Call Bob in Monongahela at 724-258-6236 ________________________________________ ALL tubes for radio/tv/amplifiers, and tube amplifiers, and tube testers wanted. Call local Monongahela collector 724-258-6236 ask for Bobby. ________________________________________ Outdoor plastic lighted blow mold Christmas decorations & vintage Christmas stuff. Call 412-384-8759 or email caminda2008@yahoo.com. ________________________________________ Wanted - vintage and antique toy cap guns, toy guns, holsters and any old western TV memorabilia. Some popular brands are Mattel, Kilgore, Stevens, Nichols, but I am interested in any and all. Collecting these items is my hobby and I would really appreciate a call if you have anything. I will pay cash. Please ask for Jeff at 724-782-0721 or 724-713-0289. ________________________________________ Collecting miscellaneous items for the needy. Call Louise at 724-483-8600. ________________________________________ JUNK CARS WANTED! FREE Tow! C.T. Auto Recyclers. 724-348-7467. ________________________________________ WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings, Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps or anything OLD! Please call me. Jim Gillespie at 412-979-7050 or home 724-348-6203. ________________________________________ Canning Jars Wanted. Reasonable. 412-403-2753. ________________________________________ Wanted to Buy. Silver Coins. 1964 or older. Will pay 20times face value! Call Dave at 724-941-5420. ________________________________________ Wanted - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, all worth money. Also, local and long distance towing. Call 412-498-1622. ________________________________________ WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLES 1967-1982 ONLY KAWASAKI Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, Z1R, KZ1000MKII, W1-650, H1-500, H2-750, S1-250, S2-350, S3-400 Suzuki, GS400, GT380, Honda CB750 (1969-1976) CASH. 1-800-772-1142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@classic runners.com ________________________________________ Cash for unexpired DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! Free Shipping, Best Prices & 24 hr payment! Call 1-855-4404001 www.TestStripSearch.com. ________________________________________ Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 ________________________________________ CASH PAID- up to $25/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. 1-DAYPAYMENT.1-800-371-1136 ________________________________________
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Make a Connection. Real People, Flirty Chat. Meet singles right now! Call LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call NOW: 1888-909-9905 18+. ________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS, Any Make or Model! Free Towing. Sell it TODAY. Instant offer: 1-800-864-5784 ________________________________________ DISH TV Retailer. Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) & High Speed Internet starting at $14.95/month (where available.) SAVE! Ask About SAME DAY Installation! CALL Now! 1-800-615-4064 ________________________________________ AIRLINE CAREERS. Get FAA approved maintenance training at campuses coast to coast. Job placement assistance. Financial Aid for qualifying students. Military friendly. Call AIM 866-453-6204 ________________________________________
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LOST – Wedding Ring. Men’s. White Gold. Lost while driving along Rt. 88 near Mingo Church Road, Finleyville. Very sentimental and important. Reward offered. If found, please call 412-760-2291. ________________________________________ WORMS LIVING INSIDE YOU!!! Causing Bloating & MASSIVE Weight Gains NOW! Famous TV Doctor Shows TRUE SHOCKING Videos HERE!! Www.HealingTheHealth.INFO 1-800-476-0016 ________________________________________ Acorn Stairlifts. The AFFORDABLE solution to your stairs! **Limited time -$250 Off Your Stairlift Purchase!** Buy Direct & SAVE. Please call 1-800-410-7127 for FREE DVD and brochure. ________________________________________
From You Flowers - Spread Holiday Cheer! Flowers and gifts from $29.99. Delivery in 4 hours or less! Shop online www.fromyouflowers.com/cheer or call 1-800-413-6159 ________________________________________ Got Knee Pain? Back Pain? Shoulder Pain? Get a painrelieving brace -little or NO cost to you. Medicare Patients Call Health Hotline Now! 1- 800-419-3684 ________________________________________ HOTELS FOR HEROS – to find out more about how you can help our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need, visit the Fisher House website at www.fisherhouse.org [Advertising supported by this publication] ________________________________________ Medical Guardian - Top-rated medical alarm and 24/7 medical alert monitoring. For a limited time, get free equipment, no activation fees, no commitment, a 2nd waterproof alert button for free and more - only $29.95 per month. 800-279-4103 ________________________________________ SUPPORT our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need. For more information visit the Fisher House website at www.fisherhouse.org [Advertising supported by this publication] ________________________________________ HERO MILES – to find out more about how you can help our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need, visit the Fisher House website at www.fisherhouse.org [Advertising supported by this publication] ________________________________________
Priced to sell at only $39,900 For further information or to view the property, please call 724-518-7328 or 412-760-2291
Price Reduced!
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House For Sale, Monessen, Brick Ranch, 2 Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bath, updated kitchen and bath with granite tops. Roof and windows 2012, paver driveway and walks, carpeted hardwood, stainless steel range, ref. & microwave, disposal, finished basement with gas fireplace, security system, heated garage, kidney heated pool with nature stone surround. $145,000. Call 724-684-8243 ________________________________________ Nine acres, South Park - Broughton. Four (4) acres, Curry Road, 1,000 Feet Frontage. Will accept reasonable offer. Call 412-427-5864 ________________________________________ Free - Junk/Salvage Mobile Homes. 724-350-5983 ________________________________________ House for Sale. Baldwin Boro, Custer Ave, 6 room, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, full basement & garage. $150,000. Call 724-348-8486 ________________________________________
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RETIREMENT APARTMENTS, ALL INCLUSIVE. Meals, transportation, activities daily. Short Leases. Monthly specials! Call (866) 338-2607 ________________________________________ ABANDONED FARM! 25 ACRES - Trout Stream $49,900. Beautiful acreage, views, woods, apple trees! Unadilla River Valley location! EZ terms! 888-738-6994 NewYorkLandandLakes.com ________________________________________ BANK REPO’D! 10 acres - $19,900! Awesome Mtn views, hardwoods, private bldg site, long rd frontage, utils! No liens or back taxes! Terms avail! Call 888-431-7214 NOW! ________________________________________ ABANDONED FARM ABSOLUTE LAND SELL OFF! 4 acres - Views - $17,900, 6 acres - Stream - $24,900 Just west of Cooperstown! State Land, ponds, apple trees, woods! Buy before 1/31 and WE PAY CLOSING COSTS! EZ terms! 888-738-6694 NewYorkLandandLakes.com ________________________________________
------------ SERVICES -------CARPET REPAIRS. Restretches, Patches, Installation. Small job in Rental Specialist. 25 years experience. Leave Message 412-651-8503 ________________________________________
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SENIOR PLACEMENT SERVICE FREE. Stan Olszewski, helping older adults since 2007 with placement in assisted living, personal care, independent living and memory/Alzheimers’ care facilities. Call Stan at Senior Lifestyles Connections, 724-787-7030 (24 hrs a day/7 days a week), email stan@seniorhelpfree.com or visit www.seniorhelpfree.com. ________________________________________ RON’S ALL APPLIANCE REPAIR. REPAIRING REFRIGERATORS, WASHERS, DYERS, RANGES, SUBZEROS…ONE CALL DOES IT ALL: 724-640-9383. 7 DAYS/WK, 24 HR. SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT. ________________________________________ Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724-825-7233. ________________________________________
DVD TRANSFER/ HOME MOVIES
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FINLEYVILLE AMERICAN LEGION – Morrison-Ritchie Post 613. 3537 W. Morrison-Ritchie Post 613. 3537 Washington Avenue, Finleyville. “We are dedicated to helping our veterans and our community.” Offering entertainment and a banquet room that accommodates 75 people. For more info, stop in and visit the lodge, or call 724-348-5608. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––
FAMILY MOVIE TRANSFERS AND DVD MONTAGE CREATIONS BY DEB CHEPLIC. Transfer family 8mm and Super 8 reel (projector) movies to DVD – also transfer VHS, VHS-C DV tapes, vinyl records and cassettes. Movies transferred digitally, frame by frame, for superior clarity. No projector flicker – reasonable rates. Create a one of a kind DVD Montage of special family events. 724-258-5336; email: dcheplic@gmail.com Web page: http://www.debcheplicmovietransfersandmontages.com
CATERING ITALIAN SPECIALTY & GOURMET CATERING, LLC Catering for All Events. Parties from 10 to 5000 People. Weddings * Graduations * Communions * Reunions. 412-3414626. www.iscatering.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Monthly Pizza Puzzler!
RESTAURANT THE KICKSTAND BAR & RESTAURANT – Open Daily 3 p.m. 2 a.m.; Daily Specials; Homemade Soups. 1100 Hayden Blvd. 51 South. 412-384-3080. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Family Movie Transfers and DVD Montage Creations by Deb Cheplic. Transfer family 8mm and Super 8 reel (projector) movies to DVD – also transfer VHS, VHS-C DV tapes, vinyl records and cassettes. Movies transferred digitally, frame by frame, for superior clarity. No projector flicker – reasonable rates. Create a one of a kind DVD Montage of special family events. 724-258-5336; email: dcheplic@gmail.com Web page:
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COMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer running slow? Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine. Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest Microsoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724-348-6837.
Win a FREE Large “Grande” 1-topping Pizza from Vocelli Pizza*! Two (2) lucky winners every month! Just fill in the correct answers to the questions below, and write your name, addressand telephone number on the entry form. Then mail in your entry form to the Messenger. Each month we will draw two (2) local winners from all correct entries. Winners will receive a gift certificate good for one (1) FREE Large “GRANDE” pizza from Vocelli Pizza. Remember to look for a new Monthly Pizza Puzzler every month, and send in your entry form! (*Good only at Finleyville location. One entry per household per month. Employees of the The Messenger; Haniford Enterprises LLC, or Vocelli Pizza are not eligible.)
TAP INTO THE POWER OF THE MESSENGER. To be included in this directory, call (412) 249-8177.
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Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger. Who recently opened Helping Hand Helping in Charleroi? Which hospitals have teamed up to promote National Heart Health? When is the Annual Taste of the Town Food Festive? Name: Address: Phone Number: Entry forms should be submitted to: South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger, Attention: “Monthly Pizza Puzzler,” P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
Congratulations to our January Pizza Puzzler winners!
DONALD WALKER - Clairton • HARTLEY BAIRD, JR - Bethel Park
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Our joint replacement surgery results are above average â&#x20AC;Ś and we have the data to * prove it. Improved Quality of Life
Mild to no pain when walking
89%
77%
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Mild to no difficulty walking up steps
National Average
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Rapid Recovery and Transition Back Home Putting your health first.
Days in the hospital
Excellent patient experience overall satisfaction
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Percent of patients going directly home
84% 46%
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Definitely recommend
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*Pain, activity and experience data is based on post-discharge patient surveys. National average based on Medicare and commercial insurance claims data. Surgery, Physical Medicine, Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Surgery and Hand Surgery
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