FREE! AUGUST 2022 Vol. 19 Issue 3
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VFW Motorcycle Riders Group District 29 Increases Veterans Awareness Page 7
Belle Vernon Rotary Earns District Award Page 10
Forward Township Woman is Crowned Miss Pennsylvania Teen USA 2022 Page 31
T.U.F.F Opens New Location in Donora Organization Aims to Help At-Risk Youth, Young Adults and Families By Chasity Capasso The United Futures’ Foundation (T.U.F.F.), a non-profit, communitybased growth and outreach center that provides free services to lowincome and at-risk youth, young adults and families, recently celebrated its grand-opening on June 4th at its new location in Donora. Founded by Chantal R. Bey in May 2016, the center helps to lessen the impact of poverty by providing the necessary tools, resources, support, and mentorship through its diverse programs and services, such as work force opportunities, training and certifications. T.U.F.F also provides numerous activities and programs for youth, teens and young adults. Since the program was founded, it has provided outreach services to more than 1,000 individuals of all ages, from young children to senior citizens. “I grew up in Pittsburgh, and there we had community centers, free lunch summers, pools, parks, all those great summer memories as a kid,” Bey said. “We wanted to bring some of those opportunities to help engage our youth’s mind, body, and soul.” (Story and additional photos continued on page 12)
T.U.F.F Founder Chantal Bey is pictured in front with some teen volunteers, shown (L to R) Jaiden, Shavon, Trinity, Azariah, Justin, Quaira, and Mckenzie.
Car & Truck Show in Monongahela Set for Sept. 18 The Monongahela Fire Department will host a ‘Car & Truck Show’ on Sunday, September 18 2022 from 11:00AM – 4:00PM at the Monongahela Aquatorium. Trophies awarded: 9 Best in Class: pre 1930, '30-'39, '40-'49, '50-'59, '60-'69, '70'79, '80-'89, '90-'99 & 2000-present. Best Truck, Best Jeep, Best Import and Sponsors Choice. First 100 vehicles will receive a Dash Plaque. Vehicle Registration is $10. This event is free and open to the public. DJ, Food, Drinks & Door Prizes. Thank you to our sponsor Eddie Volker’s Body Shop.