Mon Valley Messenger July 2013

Vol. 2, Issue 12

JULY 2013

Local Women “Get Dirty” in Support of Friend

Donora High School Football Legend Inducted Into Hall of Fame

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Save the Date!

INDEX: Local News . . . . . . . . . 3 Places To Go . . . . . . . . 4 People . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Business . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Worship . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Kids & Family . . . . . . . 27

School News . . . . . . . 28 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Health, Nutrition . . . . 30 Ask The Expert . . . . . 34 Death Notices . . . . . . 35 Entertainment . . . . . . 35 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . 36

FRE COP E Y!

JOINING THE CLUB! Bentleyville Mayor Gets His Library Card

Victory Hill Car Show - August 3 The Victory Hill Car Show will be held Saturday, August 3 at Victory Hill Social Club, 25 Jones Lane, Monongahela from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Registration fee is $5, spectators are free. Free dash plaques to first 50 cars and approximately 10 trophies will be awarded. Music, hot dogs, fries, BBQ chops and ribs, cold beverages, indoor restroom facilities, shady areas outside, 50/50 and raffles.

Summer Stroll in Belle Vernon - July 25 The merchants and shop owners along Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon will hold a “Stroll the Avenue” event on Thursday, July 25 from 4:00 to 8:00pm.

Similar to their first ever Christmas Crawl that was held in December, the Summer Stroll will give residents and customers the opportunity to visit and meet the many business owners along the “Avenue” from the 300 to 1000 block. The business owners will open their doors and welcome visitors with refreshments, giveaways, special discounts, side walk sales and more. Plan to stroll at your own pace and enjoy an evening on the “Avenue” with family and friends.

Bentleyville Mayor, Tom Brown receives his new library card at the Bentleyville Public Library. Cards for the new online Polaris system are now available. Bring in your old card and an ID to get your new WAGGIN card.

Contact the library for more information at 724-239-5122.

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PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the Community Center in Fayette City.

Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doors open at 5:30 pm, Bingo starts at 6:50 pm.

JULY 1 BINGO - Elrama Vol Fire Co. Social Hall, 17 Elrama Ave. starting at 7 p.m. Jackpot $300.00. Great time for all! For more information, call 412-384-8066 or 412-3848077.

LOW COST CAT SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC - New Eagle VFD Social Hall. $45 includes neuter, shots, flea treatment. Must have an appointment. Call 724-941-3991.

JULY 2 MID-MON VALLEY SHIPMATES MEETING – 7 p.m. at the James C. Ford Post 949 American Legion, Carroll Township.

Meeting is open to all former and active members of the Navy, Coast Guard and/or Merchant Marines.

JULY 3 CHARLEROI COMMUNITY DAY & FIREWORKS Charleroi’s Annual Community Day and Fireworks Celebration will be held on July 3. The event includes a “Salute to First Responders Parade”, children’s area, and all-day music.

The J.K. Tener Library will operate a children’s area in the Market House from 12:00 noon to 8:00 PM complete with a bounce house, face painting, magic show, crafts and kids fun! Kids can also decorate their bikes in a patriotic theme and ride in the parade.

The area will also feature cotton candy, snow cones and library card sign-up.

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tainment for the entire day and into the evening. A luncheon concert will start the day featuring Blue Light Studio and Nashville recording artists “The Hobbs Sisters” from 12:00 noon until 2:00 PM. The polka band “Mon Valley Push” will be on stage from 3:00 - 6:00 PM. The annual appearance by the Mon Valley Superstars and local dancers will be from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. The live music will wrap up with “Saddle Up” from 7:30 until 9:45 PM. “Car Cruise” areas will be reserved from 7:00 until 9:30 PM in 3 Downtown Parking Lots and on 5th Street. Car Clubs who would like to reserve a lot can contact the Borough at 724-483-6011.

Fireworks will take place at 9:45 PM by VFI Fireworks Inc. followed by a Beach Party 10:00 until 11:00 PM Food booths will be available along Bosson Way in the Chamber Plaza.

JULY 4 MONONGAHELA 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION & FIREWORKS - The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce and the local business owners are proud to continue the Independence Day Celebration. The fireworks extravaganza will be held Thursday, July 4 at the Monongahela Aquatorium. Entertainment will begin at 6 pm with the fireworks display at 9:45 pm. A rain date of July 5 has been scheduled. Various Food Vendors, Game Trailers and glow in the dark products will be available during the evening.

Members of the Chamber of Commerce will be collecting donations, selling glow products and chances for a 50/50 raffle. The winner of the 50/50 raffle will be announced prior to the fireworks.

JULY 5 SPAGHETTI DINNER AND CONCERT at Bentleyville Union Holiness Camp, 5 Camp Ground Meeting Rd. Spaghetti dinner served from 5:00 - 6:30 pm. Adults $6, children 4-10 $3.00, 3 and under free.

Concert by Common Bond Quartet at 7:00 pm. For more information, call 412-8815035 or visit www.bentleyvillecamp.org.

JULY 5 - 11 RESIDENT CAMP - Camp Watakamini held at Laurel Hill State Park. Kindergarten through age 16 for campers. Contact Mon Valley Youth and Teen at 724-379-4889 for more information.

JULY 6 FLEA MARKET - 8 am to 2 pm at VFW, 793 East Main St., Monongahela. Tables inside with a/c, two for $5.00. Light refreshments available. For more information, call 724 258 3013 after 5 pm.

JULY 7 HEALING SERVICE - 6:00 p.m. at Bible Alliance Church, 1300 Mt. Pleasant Rd., West Newton. You’ve heard the testimonies, now come and experience God’s healing power yourself. Come and seek your independence from sickness, despair, emotional bondage, physical pain, illness and disease.

For more information, call 724-872-5570 or visit www.bacwn.com.

FARMER’S & FLEA MARKET - hosted by Broad Avenue Treasures and Antiques on Broad from 8 am to 1 pm. The farmer’s market will feature fresh, local produce and table space is available for the flea market.

For more information, call 724-929-7467 or 724-875-0971.

JULY 9 THE COUPON CONNECTION - will meet at 5:30 pm at the Monongahela Library in the Activity Room. 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 724-5183529, email couponconnectionmv@ gmail.com or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/CouponConnec tion/.

JULY 11 KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP - 5:30-7:00 pm at the Donora Public Library, 510 Meldon Ave., Donora. Join us as we show and tell what we’re working on, and take advantage of this opportunity to learn new stitches, get help and share ideas. Bring your current project and enjoy a fun and inspiring evening among other knitters and crocheters. For more information, and if you plan to attend, please call the library at 724379-7940. Free parking in our lot.

LOW COST CAT SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC - New Eagle VFD Social Hall. $45 includes neuter, shots, flea treatment. Must have an appointment. Call 724-941-3991.

JULY 13 25TH ANNUAL PIRATES FAMILY FUN RUN/WALK FOR EPILEPSY - at PNC Park.

This 5k run/2 mi walk around the North Shore of Pittsburgh benefit the Epilepsy Foundation Western/Central PA. Come meet Pittsburgh celebrities, Andrews Stockey, Jimmy Krenn and Pirates Player, Tony Watson. We are also excited to welcome a honorary chairs former Pittsburgh Steeler, Alan Faneca and his daughter Annabelle. Registration and breakfast begin

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JULY 14 ST. SPYRIDON GREEK OPEN GOLF OUTING - at Cedarbrook Golf Course.

Please call Jim Georgagis at 724-938-8533 for more information. This fundraiser benefits the St. Spyridon Youth Ministry.

JULY 15-19 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - Grace United Methodist Church, 420 California Dr., Coal Center, 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Ages 3 yrs to 5th grade. For more information, call 724-483-4448.

JULY 19 SPAGHETTI DINNER - Calvary United Presbyterian Church, located at 8th and Thompson Avenues in Donora announces a spaghetti dinner scheduled for Friday, July 19 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. $8 for adults and $4 for children. Eat in or take out is available. (All take outs will be $8). For more information, call 724-379-8285.

GOSPEL SING - featuring “The Freemens” from Nashville, TN at Blainesburg Bible Church, 104 Fourth Blvd Ext., West Brownsville at 7:00 pm. Call Pastor David Benner for more details at 724-493-2715.

OLDIES DANCE - featuring “Solid Gold” on Saturday, July 6 at the American Legion in Hazel Kirk from 7-10 pm. There is a $5 cover charge. For more information, please call Tom at 724-503-3650.

JULY 21 MON VALLEY COIN CLUB MEETING 2:00 pm at the Charleroi Senior Citizens Center. Program subject to be announced.

The general public is invited. A 50/50 will be offered and kids prizes will be offered.

For more information, call 724-984-6611.

JULY 25 SUMMER STROLL IN BELLE VERNON The merchants and shop owners along Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon will hold a “Stroll the Avenue” event on Thursday, July 25 from 4:00 to 8:00pm. The Summer Stroll will give residents and customers the opportunity to visit and meet the many business owners along the “Avenue” from the 300 to 1000 block. The business owners will open their doors and welcome visitors with refreshments, giveaways, special discounts, side walk sales and more. Enjoy an evening on the “Avenue” with family and friends.

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DOWNTOWN WEST NEWTON COMMUNITY PICNIC - 4 to 8 pm at the Chuckwagon located on South 2nd Street in West Newton. There will be outdoor seating in the Excela Health parking lot next to the Chuckwagon. The delicious menu will consist of BBQ chicken, short ribs, hotdogs, corn, parsley potatoes, coleslaw, bread, dessert, and drinks. Tickets just cost only $12.00 for adults and $6.00 for children 10 and under. We will have games for kids, card games for adults, and music. You can purchase tickets for this event at the Chuckwagon through the month of July as well as contacting the DWNI office at 724-872-0100.

3RD ANNUAL JULY CAR CRUISE - hosted by Downtown West Newton Inc. from 11 am to 4 pm at Vine Street Park located at 501 Vine St. Vehicle registration starts at 11:00 am, cruise time is 12 Noon to 4 pm.

Entry fee is $5.00 and you are required to register in a class. We will have dash plaques for our first 50 registrants and 20 trophies with People’s Choice vote (1 per entrant). We will have Doo Wop DJ Glen Raymer from 770 KFB playing hits from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, plus food and 50 / 50 and much, much more. Any questions please give our office a call and ask for Barb 724872-0100. All proceeds will help support West Newton Community activities.

THE COUPON CONNECTION - will meet at 10 am at the Monongahela Library in the Activity Room. 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) 5183529.

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SPORTS and School Physicals AS LOW AS

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Convenient walk-in hours — No appointments necessary Certified registered nurse practitioners provide physicals Monday-Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Most insurance plans are accepted.

Stop by Healthy Directions for more information or call 724-348-6699.

Visit our website at www.mvhhealthydirections.com

MID-MON VALLEY SHIPMATES SUMMER PICNIC - 1:00 to 5:00 pm at St. Anthony Church Social Hall, Monongahela.

3701 Route 88, Finleyville mvhhealthydirections.com Convenient Hours: Monday – Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lab hours: Monday – Friday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.; No Sunday lab hours.

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Bentleyville Lioness Club Drug Poster Contest

Poster contest winners - (from l to r) Hailey Lusk, Taylor Griffith, Michael Yankosky, and McKenzie Warcholak.

The Bentleyville Lioness Club recently announced the winners of their Drug Poster contest. Congratulations go out to the following winners: First Place - Hailey Lusk Second Place - Taylor Griffith Third Place - McKenzie Warcholak Honorable Mention - Michael Yankosky Hailey Lusk also went on to win first place at the Lions District 14 M level awards.

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Monessen Public Library & Cultural Center Annual Gala Slated for August 3 Monessen Public Library & Cultural Center will hold their annual gala on Saturday, August 3 at St. Spyridon’s Church Hall at 1207 Grand Blvd., Monessen.

The event will be held from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. This year’s event is being called “A Conversation with Women of Distinction” and will honor former Pennsylvania state representative, Kathy Manderino and retired Major General Jessica Garfola Wright, both former Monessenites. With a nod to Monessen’s 115th anniversary, the library wishes to recognize two women who have excelled in government.

Kathy Manderino spent eighteen years in the Legislature and Jessica Garfola Wright is currently Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness at the Pentagon.

The annual gala is the library’s main fundraiser of the year. Proceeds from the event supplement the library budget, help to maintain services and assist in providing additional programming.

The event will feature a buffet dinner of stuffed chicken breast and roast beef, salad, potatoes, and other side dishes, along with dessert. Tickets are $50 and available at the Library or from board members. Seating is limited.

Library News The library will have a booth at the Celebrate America Festival on Saturday, July 13 at the Mihalich Boat Launch in the city’s Eastgate Section. Snow cones and Sarris candy bars will be sold. There will also be a mini book sale.

For summer, the library hours on Saturday has been changed to reflect a 2:00 pm closing rather than 5:00 pm.

The Monessen Public Library is located at 326 Donner Avenue in Monessen.

For more information or questions, please call the library at 724-684-4750.

NEWS FROM THE MID-MON VALLEY SHIPMATES The June meeting of the Mid-Mon Valley Shipmates featured guest speaker Dr. J.K. Folmar, Professor Emeritus of History, at California University of Pennsylvania, and the president of the Monongahela River Buffs River Museum.

Dr Folmar explained that the Mon River is 128 miles long and flows north from West Virginia and proceeded to give a history of the Mon from 1700 to now.

Brownsville was the hub in western PA and the gateway to the west and travel was by flatboats, keelboats and then steamboats, with the railroads overtaking the boat travel by the 1850's. For more detailed information, please go to http://monongahelariverbuffs.blogspot.com/2010/04/transportation-history-follows-current.html.

The annual Memorial Day parade was well represented by the Shipmates and we thank Myron Speitko, and James Caserta for their services, and the Shipmates who came out to take part in the parade. Commander Bill Hess also thanked all the Shipmates that took part in the Memorial Services in Monessen on May 26.

Joe Gallo gave his report for this year's annual picnic. The social hall at St Anthony's Church in Monongahela has been reserved for Sunday, July 28 from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Door prizes, bingo, and food to be catered by D&D of Arnold City. Cost to members and one guest is free, however, additional guests will be charged $10. Last year we had a big sheet cake, but this year, it's was suggested to the committee that we ask the attendees to bring in cookies, etc., for desserts. Also, please bring in a small gift to be awarded out during the bingo games.

Wayne Vlasic gave his report on organizations that are considered worthy of receiving monetary gifts for the use of veterans. After reading of a list of said organizations, he recommended the Operation Troop Appreciation, located in the Century III Mall. Approximately 99.9% of money's collected goes to the cause.

Please go to http://operationtroopappreciation.org/ for more info.

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Bellmar High School Reunion Reunites Gridiron Champs

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NEWS FROM THE WEST NEWTON LIBRARY The West Newton Public Library, located at 123 North Water Street in West Newton, PA will be offering a variety of upcoming programs and events.

For more information or questions, please call the library at 724-972-3229.

Summer Reading Program Please come and join us as we host our Summer Reading Program every Wednesday through July 17. The event is for children and is free to public. The event takes place at the Lion’s Field House in West Newton Please give us a call at 724-972-3229 to book your Wednesday.

Members of Bellmar High School’s undefeated 1959 football team were among those enjoying the second annual All Bellmar Reunion at the North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department’s social hall. The event, which drew some 400 Bellmar graduates from the classes of 1952 through 1966, was coordinated by Fred Fundy and representatives of each graduating class.

Pictured above, sharing memories of the 1959 football team that was coached by the legendary Bap Manzini and posted a 10-0-0 record were (l-r) Ron Coates, Dr. Bill Beggs, Joe Lopez, Lou Comadena, Darryl Ruby, John Kasuda and Rich Hough.

Parade, Fireworks and More at Charleroi Community Day Charleroi’s Annual Community Day and Fireworks Celebration will be held on July 3. The event will be expanded this year to include a “Salute to First Responders Parade”, children’s area, and all-day music.

The J.K. Tener Library will operate a children’s area in the Market House from 12:00 noon to 8:00 PM complete with a bounce house, face painting, magic show, crafts and kids fun! Kids can also decorate their bikes in a patriotic theme and ride in the parade. The area will also feature cotton candy, snow cones and library card sign-up.

Magic City Square will showcase entertainment for the entire day and into the evening. A luncheon concert will start the day featuring Blue Light Studio and Nashville recording artists “The Hobbs Sisters” from 12:00 noon until 2:00 PM. The polka band “Mon Valley Push” will be on stage from 3:00 - 6:00 PM. The annual appearance by the Mon Valley Superstars and local dancers will be from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. The live music will wrap up with an appearance by the area’s hottest country band “Saddle Up” from 7:30 until 9:45 PM. “Car Cruise” areas will be reserved from 7:00 until 9:30 PM in 3 Downtown Parking Lots and on 5th Street. Car Clubs who would like to reserve a lot can contact the Borough at 724-483-6011.

Fireworks will take place at 9:45 PM by VFI Fireworks Inc. followed by a Beach Party complete with sand and water from 10:00 until 11:00 PM Food booths will be available along Bosson Way in the Chamber Plaza.

Complete details will be updated on the Borough web site and Facebook page as they become available.

Gift Baskets Please stop by the library to check out the monthly gift basket and buy a chance to win. Also we have a great selection of mini gift baskets for kids on sale, as well as our back room book sale.

Meeting Space Available We are currently booking our multipurpose room for fall activities. So if you have a small group or club that would like a great quite place to meet, stop by and check us out.

Jewelry Sale a Success!

We would like to thank all our donors and attendees who made our jewelry sale a great success. We will again be collecting gently used costume, fine and modern jewelry as well as watches and jewelry boxes. So if you are cleaning out your jewelry and would like to help a great cause, give us a call or stop by with your donation. We are also accepting gently used newer books for our upcoming book sale.

Computers Available For Use We would like to announce that our 2 computers for the public are up and running for those who need access to the Internet.

Friends of the Library Seeking Members We are actively seeking new members to join the West Newton Friends of the Library to help with fundraising and staffing the library. We are looking into expanding our hours.

Summer Hours The library is open Monday and Friday from 12:00 noon – 6:00 pm, and Wednesday from 12:00 noon – 8:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

In other news Linda Fedrow has started a Tuesday reading hour that will recommence in September. Our Summer program each Wednesday at the Lions Field House is being conducted by board member Colleen Martinelli and her scout troop.

The library room upstairs was recently utilized for a successful Knitting class

by Mrs. LaFace and a Historical Lecture for people who traveled through West Newton in the last 200 years.

Recently Jack and Marilyn Cusick purchased the novel Sarah’s Secret written by former resident Stewart Moore, currently residing in South Carolina.

Also of interest to Civil War buffs, we have acquired The Woman in Battle by Loreta Fanet Velazquez. Many supporters have helped us in various ways.

A large box arrived from former resident Jo Pritchard Chestnut and her husband Dr. William Chestnut who now reside in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

The Chestnuts donated 33 hooks that we were able to place on our reading shelves.

Mrs. Marcie Lavella, head of the Sewickley Library Board, has been working with Girl Scouts, Rose Lavelle, Emily Vargo, Samantha Williams and Julie Caudill who we working on a project to earn their Silver Badge. The girls chose to gather and donate books to the West Newton Library.

Save the Date - North Belle Vernon Concert in the Park, August 3 An outdoor concert will be held at Graham Street Park in North Belle Vernon on August 17 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. All in attendance will enjoy a live performance by The Laurels, Oldies but Goodies Band. Free admission and there will be refreshments available. Come join us for an enjoyable afternoon!

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Charleroi Lions Club Hold Annual Awards Night

SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS: Pictured (l-r) William O'Dowd, Charleroi Lions Club President; Torre Remish; Ian Whiten; and Robert Rossi, Lions Club Program Chairperson. (Photo credit: Wayne E Ray)

The Charleroi Lions Club recently held their Annual Awards Night and Dinner at the Charleroi Area School District Alumni Room located on the school campus. During the evening the Lions Club presented poster awards to six students and awarded two $1,000 scholarships to two high school seniors.

The two CHS seniors that received the Lions Scholarships were Torre Remish and Ian Whiten. Torre is the daughter of John Remish and Kristen Franks and will be attending California University of Pennsylvania and majoring in psychology. Ian is the son of Robert Jr. and Janice Whiten and will be attending the University of Pittsburgh with a major in

mechanical engineering.

Elementary students that won the "Drug Poster Contest" are: Third Place: Lexi Perry - Grade Four - $50.00 Second Place: Jonathan Koteles Grade Five - $75.00 First Place: Shaylee Barber - Grade Four - $100.00 Middle School students that won the "Peace Poster Contest" are: Third Place: Victoria Anders - Grade Seven - $50.00 Second Place: Hallie Anthony Grade Seven - $75.00 First Place: Hannah McCurdy Grade Seven - $100.00

Car Cruise and Picnic Fundraiser in West Newton Downtown West Newton Inc. (DWNI) is planning a Car Cruise for Saturday, July 27 at Vine Street Park from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm. Trucks and motorcyclists are welcome to participate in the cruise, rain or shine.

Dash plaques will be given to the first fifty cruisers. Music games and refreshment will be offered. The general public is being encouraged to participate in the event and show your support of the hard work and dedication that the car owners put into their vehicles just to preserve a little of the American history.

Following the car cruise there will be a summer picnic fundraiser that will be held at Gary's Chuckwagon. There will be plenty of seating both inside and outside. Tickets for the event may be purchased at the Chuckwagon in advance for $10 or $12 at the door. Tickets for the picnic will also be available at the refreshment stand at the car cruise. Our car cruisers will be given a $2 discount if they would like to attend the picnic.

So don't miss out on this fabulous Bar-BQ that will be just like an old fashion family get together. Food is being sponsored and prepared by Gary Johnson the owner of Gary’s Chuck Wagon.

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Monongahela Farmers Market Up and Running!

Monongahela's Farmers Market opened June 7 and will continue to run every Friday night through September 27 from 3 - 6 pm.

We want to thank the farmers and vendors who bring us such great and colorful fruits, vegetable and other goodies. This year we have Harden, Simmons and Triple B farms along with Goodie Two Shoes, Plum Run and Ripepi Winerys, Wildriver Kettle Korn, PA Jams and Jellies(Amish), Sam's Gyros, Jimmy's Italian Ice and Gelato, Fudge Man and Cino De Mayo Salsa.

We also want to thank our great sponsors who make this possible.

Monongahela Animal Hospital, Medicine Shoppe, Monongahela Valley Hospital, Bassi-Vreeland & Associates, Monongahela YMCA, Grilli's Studio and Ashcraft Storage. We are still looking for sponsors, vendors and volunteers.

Lastly, a big thank you to the customers who support us and the volunteers who make this happen. Please continue to support us and we will have another great season.

Art in the Park will be July 5, August 2 and September 6.

If you have any questions or want to be part of this, please call us at 724-328-2834.

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There's a Lot Happening in West Newton!

Donora Rotary Slates Palmer Park Concerts The Donora Rotary Club will present a free series of Music In the Park concerts at Palmer Park this summer. Offering a variety of music, the programs will run as follows: Sunday, July 14 – The Wally Gingers Orchestra, music from the Big Band Era. Sunday, August 5 – The Townsmen Plus One, standards, rock and roll and songs for line dancing.

Sunday, September 1 – 4R Jazz Plus 1, contemporary and classic jazz.

All concerts will run from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on the Damon T. Garde Memorial Stage at Palmer Park, which is located off Route 837 between Donora and Monongahela. Concessions will be available The Mid-Mon Valley Transit Authority will provide free shuttle service. The concerts are sponsored by Monongahela Valley Hospital and the Tri-County Federation of Musicians Local 592 of the American Federation of Musicians’ Music Performance Trust Fund.

Rostraver Chamber Fall Classic Golf Outing Scheduled The Annual Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce Fall Classic Golf Outing is scheduled for Friday, October 4 at Cedarbrook Golf Course. The Fall Classic Golf Outing benefits the scholarship program, allowing the GRC to provide scholarships funds to California University of PA, Douglas Education Center and Westmoreland County Community College.

This event offers sponsorship and advertising opportunities, as well as a fun day on the course. The outing features a continental breakfast, lunch at the turn, buffet dinner, awards, mini massages, skill prizes, raffle and door prizes, networking and more and is open to the public. Great hole-in-one prizes from sponsors, MarBill Diamonds & Jewelry, Angels World of Cycles, Big’s Trucking and Worldwide Turf, LLC., are anticipated again this year.

Sponsorships to date include Monongahela Valley Hospital (Key), Highway Appliance & Television (Premium). Various sponsorship levels are available from $1,000 (includes 4 golfers) to $100. Golfer registration is now open at $100 per golfer. Foursomes should take advantage of the Early Bird Special and register by July 31 for the discounted price of $360. For more information about the Fall Classic, visit www.greaterrostraverchamber.org, call the GRC 724-929-3329, or email grcoc1@comcast.net.

SAVE THE DATE!!

The Annual Boobie-Whitey Golf Outing for Cancer Research Saturday, August 10, 2013 Rolling Green Golf Course, 1:00 PM shotgun, blind scramble.

For information, please contact Ellen Brawdy at 724-348-6178.

Golfers welcome and donations are greatly appreciated.

Upcoming Events Hosted by Downtown West Newton Inc. Downtown West Newton Inc. (DWNI) is continuing to host the Simeral Square Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm.

You can look forward to more produce being available as summer continues including corn on the cob, lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, watermelon, cantaloupe, apples, and peaches. We also have vendors offering baked goods and fudge available. Stop by to check it out!

We also continue to be interested in vendors for our market in order to offer a diverse range of products. Contact Lacie Parker or Barb LaFace if interested at 724-872-0100.

Community Picnic Set for July 27 DWNI would like to invite everyone to come and join us at Community Picnic on Saturday, July 27. The picnic will run from 4 to 8 pm and will take place at the Chuckwagon located on South 2nd Street in West Newton.

There will be outdoor seating in the Excela Health parking lot next to the Chuckwagon. The delicious menu will consist of BBQ chicken, short ribs, hotdogs, corn, parsley potatoes, coleslaw, bread, dessert, and drinks. Tickets just cost only $12 for adults and $6 for children 10 and under. We will have games for kids, card games for adults, and music. The event will take place rain or shine. We will also have indoor seating for those seeking a cool area to dine.

Take out will also be available. You can purchase tickets for this event at the Chuckwagon through the month of July as well as contacting the DWNI office at 724-872-0100. Get your tickets early out last picnic was a sellout. We will have limited tickets available at the door.

Car Cruise on July 27 DWNI will be hosting our 3rd Annual July Car Cruise on Saturday, July 27 from 11 am to 4 pm. The event will take place at Vine Street Park located at 501 Vine St. Vehicle registration starts at 11:00 am, cruise time is 12 Noon to 4 pm. Entry fee is $5.00 and you are required to register in a class.

We will have dash plaques for our first

50 registrants and 20 trophies with People's Choice vote (1 per entrant).

We will have Doo Wop DJ Glen Raymer from 770 KFB playing hits from the 50's, 60's, 70's, plus food and 50 / 50 and much, much more. So grab your bike, car, truck, muscle car, street rods and model T's and head on over to Vine Street Park. Any questions please give our office a call and ask for Barb 724-872-0100. All proceeds raised will help support West Newton Community activities.

"Miracle On Main Street" Holiday Planning Underway Downtown West Newton Inc. is ready to announce its theme for its 2013 Miracle On Main Street. This year's theme is "A Starry Night". To kick of our annual festival that will take place the Saturday after Thanksgiving, DWNI will be taking orders for our Commemorative Sweat Shirt. The sweat shirt comes in a midnight black with the DWNI logo and a trail of stars draping across the front in silver. The sweat shirts are 50% cotton and 50% polyester and are preshrunk. You may order Adult Sizes only in S, M, L, XL and the cost is just $20 plus shipping if you would like them mailed out to you.

Please note shipping costs vary based on your location. They will also be available for pick up at our office. All proceeds from their sale go to support DWNI activities.

Craft and Food Vendors Welcome!

We are currently accepting application for our craft and vendor spots for Miracle on Main Street. We also are looking for any new food vendors who would like to fill the requests of our patrons. We are in the need for a Kettle Corn, Gyro, and Hot Sausage Vendors. Our show does not permit duplication of major items. Please give our office a call at 724-872-0100 to place an order for a sweat shirts or reserve a spot for our festival. We normally get around 1,200 or more visitors to our festival depending on the weather. A great family event to kick off the Christmas season.

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CLEANING UP THE STREET! Monessen High School Students Help Clean-up Local Road

(l-r) Jocelyn Jordan, Naira Burke, Alyssa Henry, Cameron Deyell and Bailey Matush.

Monessen High School students, who belong to the Youth Council and National Honor Society, recently cleaned up the litter on State Road in Monessen.

Participating in the cleanup were Kendra Henry, Cameron Deyell, Jocelyn Jordon, Miya Young, Alyssa Henry, Bailey Matush, and Naira Burke.

Linda (l-r) Miya Young, William Manus, Alyssa Henry, Linda Marcolini, Monessen Marcolini, (sitting on tires) Bailey Matush, and Naira Burke.

School Superintendent and William Manus, City Councilman , supervised the students.

Leonard Billy, Monessen Supervisor of the Streets, set up safety signs and picked up the liter bags.

Annual Monongahela Bar Crawl Ends In HUGE Success for the 5th Year in a Row

By Samantha Milton

On May 4, 2013, Monongahela was “crawling” again for the 5th Annual Bar Crawl fundraiser. This increasingly popular event, raised $3,817 to help support children’s events hosted by the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce.

The Bar Crawl was hosted by Wes and Sharon Rippel, owners of The Bar in Monongahela, as well as the Bar Crawl Committee and the owners of The Carroll Legion, Jim’s Bar, Angelo’s II, The Elks, VFW, The Eldorado, Blaine Hill, Hey Andys and Ponce’s. The participating bars would like to thank all of the “crawlers” and everyone who bought a T-shirt or made a donation to help make the event a success. The Rippel’s would also like to send an extra special thank you to Sharalee Harmon for all of her hard work yet again this year. As always, the “crawl” was a fun time had by all for a great cause and next year will be no exception.

The “crawlers” would also like to thank Wes and Sharon Rippel for all of the fun events that they continue to bring to the community! Your hard work is appreciated! Thanks again to all involved.

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Committee Approves Bill Naming Bridge for Local Marine The Senate Transportation Committee unanimously approved a bill renaming the Route 88 Bridge over Ten Mile Creek for a highly decorated U.S. Marine veteran who was born in nearby Fredericktown.

Senate Bill 546, sponsored by Sen. Tim Solobaby, names the new bridge that connects Washington and Greene counties the “Lieutenant General William M. Keys Bridge.”

“General Keys is one of the most decorated soldiers ever hailing from Pennsylvania and, in fact, is one of the most successful soldiers in the country,” Solobay said. “He made his hometown proud in service around the world and this bill will make sure his name stays connected to the region.”

Born in Fredericktown, Lt. Gen. Keys graduated from West Point and the National War College and served as a Company Commander in Vietnam. By the time Operation Desert Storm was being planned, he was a Commanding General of more than 20,000 Marines and devised a famous “two-axis” attack that General Norman Schwarzkopf called “simply brilliant.”

Lt. Gen Keys has been awarded the Navy Cross, Silver Star, Bronze Star with Combat "V", two Distinguished Service Medals, the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, Cross of Gallantry, Legion of Merit with Combat "V", Defense Meritorious Service Medal and Vietnam Service Medal with four Bronze Stars.

He retired from the Marine Corps in 1994, after 34 years of service.

The 384-foot, $10 million Route 88 bridge was completed a year ago, replacing an older steel truss bridge. It connects East Bethlehem Township, Washington County with Jefferson Township, Greene County.

Senate Bill 546 now goes to the full Senate for a vote. It mirrors legislation (House Bill 1002) introduced in the House of Representatives by state Rep. Pam Snyder.

Don't Take The Abuse!

Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA is Here to Help Whether you are currently in an abusive relationship or have already left one, Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA empowerment counseling can help you. Our individual empowerment counseling provides one-on-one counseling, information and referrals, and advocacy (general & legal). We also offer a weekly support group in a confidential setting for victims of domestic violence.

Did you know that children who witness domestic violence may suffer consequences that continue well into their adult lives? If you are suffering from abuse, your children may be suffering also. Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA provides safe shelter and support services for victims of domestic violence and their children.

Services are free and confidential. Please call 724-223-9190 in Washington County, 724-852-2463 In Greene County, or 724-439-9500 in Fayette County, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to learn more.

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Belle Vernon Celebrates Bicentennial

Mud Run Warriors

By Kyra Bergman

Local Women “Get Dirty” in Support of Friend

At the June 10, 2013 Belle Vernon Borough Council meeting, Mr. Jack Lawver, Second Vice President of the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs, presented a certificate of recognition to the Mayor of Belle Vernon and member of Council in honor of the borough’s 200th anniversary. The 5-day celebration included a parade, carnival, Battle of the Bands, fireworks, Bike Run, and a car show. Event chairwoman, Mary Beth Secleter, thanked the Bicentennial committee and all those who made this community celebration possible. Also during the meeting it was announced that the Southwest Regional Police have a new K-9 unit that has been patrolling the streets on foot. Council expressed excitement at this new development and hopes to see the new dog on patrol often.

Washington Symphony Performing This Summer at Two Area Festivals Although the regular concert season ended in May for the Washington Symphony Orchestra, the musicians are gearing up for special performances this summer in the area. The WSO will perform different concerts for two unique festivals – the Whiskey Rebellion Festival and the Washington Wine, Jazz and Pops Festival.

The WSO has been invited for the third year to play at the opening of the annual Whiskey Rebellion Festival. Fans of patriotic music will enjoy the free WSO concert on Thursday, July 11 at 8 p.m. at the festival tent set up across from The Observer-Reporter in downtown Washington.

According to conductor Yugo Ikach, “The WSO has great fun performing at the Whiskey Rebellion Festival and we're thrilled to be invited back.

We plan to continue our opening night tradition of rousing music and great patriotic tunes so don't miss out!"

The Sunday, August 4 performance of the WSO will start at 12:30 p.m. at North Strabane’s municipal park as part of the third annual Washington Wine, Jazz and Pops Festival. According to WSO President Mary Courtney, “Our orchestra is delighted to perform in such an important fundraiser for our local Mental Health Association (MHA) and for the opportunity to entertain our loyal audience with their favorite symphony pops!” Anyone looking to buy Wine, Jazz and Pops tickets, should visit MHA’s website at www.mhawashco.org/wjp or call 724-225-2061.

Courtney also noted that the WSO is busy preparing for its new concert season which begins Saturday, October 12, 2013 at Trinity High School in Washington. More information is available at www.washsym.org.

Mon Historical Society to Take Part in Whiskey Rebellion Festival in Washington, PA Saturday, July 13 the Monongahela Area Historical Society will have a booth set up from 11:00 - 6:00 pm at the Whiskey Rebellion Festival in Washington, PA. The Monongahela Area Historical Society booth will feature docents in costumes with information about the role of Monongahela Area in the Whiskey Rebellion. MAHS goods will be offered for sale, including the Monongahela throw, Christmas ornaments, Westerwal Pottery items, publications, and more.

For more information, visit the website www.whiskeyrebellionfestival.com.

On Saturday, June 8, Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce members Tanya Chaney, Sam Robbins, Judi Robbins and the GRC Director, Gina C. Lynn participated in the “Dirty Girl Mud Run” held at the Fayette County Fairgrounds.

The women competed in honor of fellow chamPictured (l-r) are Tanya Chaney, Gina C. Lynn, ber member and friend Sam Robbins and Judi Robbins Kate Crawford, who is battling Stage IV Breast Cancer. They committed to each other to complete each obstacle on the course, no matter the difficulty, knowing that whatever they faced was minor to what Kate faces daily.

Their modified camouflage shirts, embellished with pink in support of breast cancer awareness, didn’t stay clean for long. These mud warriors climbed, crawled and slid their way through the 5K course which included 13 obstacles varying in degree of difficulty. With encouragement and support from each other, they successfully completed the event. A portion of the proceeds from the event benefited the Young Women’s Breast Cancer Foundation.

NEWS FROM THE ROSTRAVER TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Rostraver Township Historical Society (RTHS) monthly meeting was moved from Thursday, June 13 to June 1 in celebration of the 250th anniversary of Pontiac's Rebellion. James R. Greenwood presented a program about the attacks of Pontiac Indians on the village of Gratztown located on the Youghiogheny River in 1763. The entire population was attacked and killed. This was the first of several attacks in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Susan Mellott researching the Moody line. and Michigan.

In other business: RTHS installed 2 new members namely Susan Mallott from the great state of Texas and Virginia Lee Martin of Fellsburg. Susan was researching the Moody/Rankin lines in the cemetery, Thompson Files and the Salem Church quilt embroider signatures of the 1800's. Virginia is restoring the old family home in Fellsburg.

RTHS had two guest attending: Ron Kovacik of Belle Vernon and Laurie Ford, Native American, letting the area know of the Native American Fest and Pow Wow on August 16 and 17 at Saltsburg, PA. The July 11 meeting will be presented by Joshua Scully of Uniontown a retired teacher and researcher. The topic will be on the D.L. Clark Candy Company started in a home in Uniontown and then moved to Pittsburgh, PA. The program will start at 7 o'clock after the business meeting at 6 o'clock. The public is welcome.

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Historic Giuseppe Garibaldi Lodge in Dunlevy Opens as Mariner’s Hall

By Alice Harris

Brian and Mary Beth Short have been working hard to finalize the remodeling of the former Giuseppe Garibaldi Lodge at 13 Wharf St. in Dunlevy, PA. The Shorts bought the building in the early 1990's after the Lodge was deeply in debt and closed. The electric and heat had been turned off, and the building itself in horrible condition with the back door shot off and the interior filled with debris.

The contents of the top floor alone filled three dumpsters. The Shorts have since restored the top floor into banquet hall facilities and it is now open for booking. The street floor is currently being renovated as a sound stage and will be finished soon. The building has been renamed Mariner's Hall.

For information, phone 412-445-7086.

The former Garibaldi Lodge has a long and interesting history in the Dunlevy area. Giuseppe Garibaldi (July 4, 1807 – June 2, 1882) was an Italian general and politician and is considered one of Italy's "fathers of the

This shopper from Roscoe admires the old dinnerware.

This Giuseppe Garibaldi Honor Roll lists members who served in the military.

fatherland" and the Father of Modern Italy. He was a hero to his followers, many who just went along wearing red shirts in lieu of a uniform. Garibaldi?s United States liaisons helped him greatly, providing needed financial and military support in difficult times.

Charles Battaglini was born in 1870 in Italy and immigrated to the United States in 1895. He returned to Italy to be married in 1898 and upon his arrival back tothe U.S., settled in LaBelle, PA. Battaglini was a talented and highly esteemed musician. He was also one of the original founders of the United Mine Workers of America

Mariner's Hall owner, Brian Short, demonstrates the workings of this antique sharpening wheel.

could be finalized. whose activities centered Scattered between typiat the Dunlevy Red Bird cal flea market items mines. Battaglini was also were relics from the the founder and organizer Garibaldi lodge glory of the Giuseppe Garibaldi days, including some of lodge of Dunlevy and the its original dinnerware.

Priancipe Di Napoli lodge Also in the debris of the of Belle Vernon, and he clean up, the Shorts was the organizer of many uncovered an ancient musical organizations and Antique portrait of Giuseppe portrait of Giuseppe bands, as well. He passed Garibaldi, Father of Garibaldi and an Honor away in 1942.

Modern Italy Roll of their members Mariner’s Hall held a Flea serving in the USA Market the weekend of April 19, 2013 to clean out the contents forces. Both have been restored and are of the ground floor so the remodeling on display at Mariner's Hall.

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Find a Friendly Pet at Fayette Friends of Animals Fayette Friends of Animals (FFOA) is located one mile of Route 40 near New Salem. Visit our website, fayettefriendsofanimals.net to see many of the dogs and cats that are up for adoption. FFOA is currently housing several large dogs who have been at the shelter for a long time. Rocky, Thor, Ram, Aspen, Cosmo and Maverik are some of the long term residents. We also have several lovable Beagles. Adult cats are under $100 and already spayed/neutered and up to date on shots.

The shelter is currently in need of canned dog and cat food, bleach, laundry detergent, and brooms. Several new or used cat tree houses would also be appreciated. (Toys and dry food not needed at this time.) The shelter also welcomes used blankets, towels, rugs, comforters, sheets, pillows, and chair cushions. If you are interested in helping with fundraisers a few times a year, please call 724-245-7815.

Volunteer at Fayette Friends of Animals Volunteers are always needed. There is a wonderful walking trail to walk the dogs. There is a cat room where volunteers can sit and pet and brush the cats. Volunteers are needed on Saturday and Sunday mornings to help with dishes and folding laundry. Senior Projects are welcome. Call 724245-7815 to inquire about volunteer orientation dates. Volunteer applications can be filled out at the shelter or found on the website.

NEWS AND EVENTS FROM BENTLEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY The Bentleyville Public Library, located at 931 Main Street in Bentleyville, has announced the following programs, events and news for the month of July. For additional information, call 724-239-5122.

Board Meeting The Board of Trustees of the Bentleyville Public Library will meet at the library Thursday, July 11 at 7:00 pm. The meetings are open to the public.

Book Club The Bentleyville Public Library Book Club will meet at the library Thursday, July 18 at 6:00 pm. The book to be discussed will be “Pontoon” by Garrison Keillor. New members are welcome.

Carnegie Museum to Present Dinosaur Program Carnegie Museum of Natural History will visit the Bentleyville Public Library Saturday, July 20 at 2:00 pm. The Museum will present the program: “Teeth and Claws: Dinosaur Diversity.”

Closed July 4th! The Bentleyville Public Library will be closed Thursday, July 4.

Benefit Luncheon at Nemacolin The Friends of the Bentleyville Public Library will host a benefit luncheon Sunday, July 21 at 1:00 pm. The luncheon will be held at the Nemacolin Country Club. Your $25 donation will include a lunch selection and there will be a Chinese Auction. For ticket information, contact 724-239-5122.

Seed Lending Library The Bentworth Seed Lending Library meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 16 at 6:00 pm at the Bentleyville Public Library. You will be instructed on how preserve seeds from your garden harvest, preserving your harvest, and fresh made salsa and garden snacks for you to enjoy. To register, call 724-239-5122.

Kids Science Club The Bentleyville Public Library is registering children ages 6 to 11 for Kids Science Club. The Club will meet Wednesday, July 24 at 6:00 pm. Learn science with fun and exciting experiments. To register, call 724-239-5122.

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Wine, Jazz & Pops Festival III Set for Early August The Mental Health Association of Washington County presents "Wine, Jazz & Pops Festival III" on August 3 and 4.

This year's festival will be held at a brand new location at North Strabane Municipal Park. Only minutes from Washington and 30 minutes from Pittsburgh or Wheeling. Located right off the intersection of Routes 19 and 519 South, this two year old park is an outdoor gem. The $9.5 million dollar facility offers festival goers not only a beautiful park atmosphere but the convenience of modern amenities. Festival attendees will have access to over 300 seats in sheltered pavilions as well as full-functioning restrooms and free paved parking for over 600 cars.

Entertainment features local favorites plus national jazz recording artists. The Washington Symphony Orchestra with Yugo Ikach and the Washington Jazz Orchestra are returning for the third year to delight their fans with their Broadway tunes and classic jazz favorites. The Michael Passalacqua Blues Band returns as well.

The headliners this year will include national jazz recording artist Marion Meadows who just released his 13th album “Whispers”. This master of the saxophone is joined by Washington native son, Will Brock, on the keyboards Saturday evening.

On Sunday Pittsburgh sensation Bill Deasy will perform. Cello Fury, Maureen Budway and Joy Ike will also entertain the festival goers that weekend. It’s a full schedule of first class performers.

Eight wineries from Erie to the Allegheny National Forest to Greene County will be giving free-tastings of their fine vintages. Add in our delicious food vendors and specialty craft booths it is bound to be a great time for all!

Tickets are available in advance for $20 for both days. Buy your ticket early and save $5.00 on the $25 entrance fee at the gate. Purchase tickets on-line at www.mhawashco.org/wjp or send in your check to MHA, 575 North Main Street, Washington, PA 15301. For more information, check the website or call 724-2252061.

Family Donates $2,750 to Monongahela Valley Hospital Cancer Patients Dr. Andrew J. Zahalsky, director of Medical Oncology, accepted a check for $2,750 for patients at Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center from the family of a former patient. Kelly Sesco and James Davis, daughter and husband, respectively, of the late Kim Davis, along with Mrs. Sesco’s son Daniel, age 3, and cousin Gabrielle Nolder, 8, held a fundraiser in memory of Kim Davis, who received treatment at the Regional Cancer Center. The family of the late Kim Davis of Allenport was so touched by the quality of cancer care the 53-year-old wife and mother received at Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center, that they held a fundraiser in her memory and made a $2,750 donation to help others battling the disease.

Husband James Davis and daughter Kelly Sesco, of Finleyville, lost Mrs. Davis to breast cancer on December 31, 2011. The funds raised will help MVH’s cancer patients with nutritional supplements vital to their treatment.

The family plans to donate annually to the fund.

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CHARLEROI AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY NEWS

Sandy Mansmann, from the Washington County History & Landmarks foundation, pictured here with her history display board.

(l-r) Karen Jurczak pointing out her recently won trophy to member, Jean Roberts.

The June meeting of the Charleroi Area Historical Society, Inc. was held at the SPHS Riverside Place Senior Center where the evening speaker was Sandy Mansmann of the Washington County History & Landmarks Foundation whose HQ is the White House located on the Washington County Fair Grounds.

The presentation given by Mansmann was about their annual theme being pursued called: “Leading Ladies of SW PA”. She utilized a history display board on the subject, distributed information, and pointed out all the brochures available to those interested, including the “Washington County Chronicles” that is for sale by their organization.

Karen Jurczak was also recognized at the meeting for having again won the Washington County Adult Spelling Bee.

NEWS FROM THE GREATER MONESSEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY Mark your calendars for upcoming events sponsored by the Greater Monessen Historical Society. The GMHS is located at 505 Donner Ave, Monessen, PA. Call 724-684-8460 for additional information.

• Celebrate America Festival GMHS will participate in the Celebrate America Festival on Saturday, July 13 at the Herman Mihalich River Launch along Monongahela Street, Monessen. The Society will be selling chili dogs, pop, water and Museum Shoppe items.

• Founders Day Celebration In honor of Monessen’s 115th anniversary, GMHS will host a two day Founder’s Day celebration on Saturday and Sunday, August 17 and 18 at Monessen City Park. The Living History Weekend will feature a Civil War encampment, vendors, demonstrations, games, children’s activities and family fun.

• Roaring Twenties Night A Roaring Twenties night is planned for Saturday, September 21 at St. Spyridon’s Church Hall at 1207 Grand Blvd., Monessen. A buffet dinner and dance will be held. Tickets are $40 and available at the Monessen Heritage Museum, 505 Donner Avenue, during regular business hours or by calling 724-684-8460. Seating is limited. Historic dress encouraged.

• Summer Exhibit: Monessen Schools The summer exhibit at the Heritage Museum will look at the history of Monessen schools. Photos are needed that show the old school buildings, teachers, classes, school events, etc. Anyone having items to either loan or donate are asked to contact the Museum.

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JULY HAPPENINGS AT THE TENER LIBRARY IN CHARLEROI The JK Tener Library, located at 638 Fallowfield Avenue in Charleroi, has announced the following programs. For more information, call 724-483-8282 or visit www.charleroilibrary.org.

Community Day Celebration at the Market House! July 3 - from 12:00 7:00 pm. Join us at the Market House for a fun filled day of children’s events.

Steve Haberman magic show at 1:00 Face Painting 3:00 – 6:00 Merrie the clown 2:00 – 4:00 Bring your bike down to get it decorated for the Bike parade! Bounce House, crafts, games and more.

JULY 10 - Digging deep down 11:00 am. Kick off!! What happens beneath our feet? From tectonic plates to underground critters to flowing volcanoes, we will discover some amazing things if we dig deep!

JULY 11 - Book Club 5:45 pm - Lone Wolf by Jodi Picoult July 17 - Digging up trouble 11:00 am - Come on a scavenger hunt!

Pirates will be present! Come dressed up as a pirate!

JULY 17 - Digging into Family Fun 6:30 – 9:00 pm - Grab Mom & Dad and head on down to the Donora Skating Rink for a night filled with fun!

JULY 24 - Just dig it!

11:00 am - Let’s make a community garden, learn about composting and wiggly worms!

JULY 31 - Dig into Reading 11:00 am - Let books come alive in this wonderful show from Stage Right!

Free Lunch Program Now through August. Free lunch available to any school-aged child!

Douglas Education Center Seeking Out-of-School Applicants for Natural Gas Youth Program Interested in a career in the natural gas industry, but unsure if it’s right for you?

Why not test-drive your career through Douglas Education Center’s (DEC) Natural Gas Youth Program. DEC is currently seeking out-of-school applicants for the launch of its new youth program, Introduction and Training in the Natural Gas and Oil Industries. This is a great opportunity to learn the basics of the booming natural gas industry! This short-term, 5-week, summer training program is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, July 9, 2013.

This unique opportunity will teach out-of-school youth real-world learning experiences such as industry terminology, safety, and various aspects important to a career in the natural gas and oilfield industries. Those who complete the course will receive a Certificate in SafeLand, which is a nationally recognized industry safety program.

The Youth Program is still accepting applicants. Out-of-school youth, 17-21 years of age, must meet income guidelines, be a Westmoreland or Fayette County resident, and attend classes regularly. Funding for DEC’s Youth Program is provided by the Westmoreland-Fayette WIB to support year-round youth mentoring activities. Those interested in exploring a career in the natural gas industry should consider this program. Participating students will develop the skills necessary to help increase their career marketability.

Classes begin Tuesday, July 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Tuesday through Friday until August 9. Those who attend class on a regular basis will receive a $20 gas card every day they attend class for the entire day. A $50 Wal-mart gift card will be given to those who have perfect attendance for the first 2.5 weeks. A second $50 Wal-mart gift card will be distributed to those who have perfect attendance for the second 2.5 weeks. Gas and gift cards will be distributed at the end of each week.

To register for DEC’s Natural Gas Youth Program, parents and/or interested participants should contact Molly Williams at 724-653-2186 or email mmwilliams@dec.edu. For more information, please visit www.dec.edu/youth.

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Merchant Marines Honor Troops with Ceremonial Wreaths

By Charlotte Hopkins

Two heroes

of the To honor National Maritime Day Merchant (May 18th), the Mon Valley Chapter of Marines, the American Merchant Marine August Pace Veterans hosted the annual Memorial and Don Wreath Laying Ceremony in Elizabeth Trimbath.

Borough. The ceremony was a tribute to all members of the military, those of yesterday and today, prisoners of war, those missing in action, and those who served during war time, as well as peace time.

Port Vue Post No. 447 "Most people are natural born merAmerican chants, yearning to set sails into open Legion Rifle waters," stated Merchant Marine, Rod Guard honDriscol. "We wouldn't be here today if oring ancient humans didn't board boats and Merchant Marines with head into the unknown." a 21-gun Merchant marines escorted members salute of the Junior Girl Scout Troop #54212 and Senior Girl Scout Troop #54203 of Elizabeth Borough, while they carried the ceremonial wreaths. The Rifle Guard from Port Vue Post No. 447 American Legion gave a 21-gun salute.

During peace time, the Merchant Marines transport goods and services, in and out of the United States. During wartime, they deliver troops and supplies for the military. Most people are unaware that during World War II, the Merchant Marines suffered from the Merchant Marines following Junior Girl Scout highest number of casualties. They are Troop #54212 and Senior Girl Scout Troop also the only military group that was #54203, carrying wreaths for the tribute racially integrated at that time. They recently broke ground for the erection of a World War II museum, where the Merchant Marines will be recognized appropriately. During the Vietnam War, 95% of the cargo ships were run by the Merchant Marines.

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NEWS FROM THE DONORA HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Donora Historical Society welcomed one-time Mon Valley resident Rich Rockwell from New Jersey on Monday, June 3, 2013. Mr. Rockwell presented the history of Eldora Park from its inception. Mr. Rockwell’s presentation was supplemented by photos from the Donora Historical Society’s Bruce Dreisbach collection, as well as vintage newspaper articles. Feel free to view Mr. Rockwell’s website www.eldorapark.com.

This is our last formal meeting for the summer, however, the museum will remain open. Our next meeting will be on Monday, September 9, 2013.

On another note, over the past three years, the Smog Museum has welcomed visitors from 39 states (including Alaska). We’ve also had visitors from various countries like: Canada, France, Columbia, England, Germany and China. We often have student visitors from local colleges and universities. We take pride in hosting school age children from grade school to graduate school. We’ve hosted Girl Scout, Boy Scout and Cub Scout Troops as well as summer camp groups.

We’ve hosted documentary companies and film crews from the Travel Channel, the Weather Channel, and ROOT Sports for the MLB Network.

Because of all this activity, we applied for and were rewarded with a Washington County Tourism Grant in the amount of $3,000. This money has to be used for the specific purpose of increasing tourism to Donora by bringing visitors to our Museum. The grant will go toward upgrading our

brochures with our new website address and phone number, as well as table covers when we take the Donora Historical Society on the road, and last but not least, upgraded display cases to better show our priceless artifacts.

Volunteers Needed 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 on the lookout for individuals who can help promote and advance the Society.

Upcoming Events Some of our anticipated events and projects for 2013 include: 65th Anniversary of the 1948 Smog – Environmental Conference; Cement City Walking Tour – Third Annual (October); open house during the Donora Fireman’s Street Fair (August); Weather Channel’s “When Weather Changed The World” documentary release; Dreisbach negative development with Photo Antiquities; and work with Rivers of Steel on tourism opportunities.

The Donora Historical Society and Smog Museum is located at the intersection of Sixth and McKean, and is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or by appointment. If you have questions e-mail DonoraHistoricalSociety@gmail.com or call 724-823-0364. You can also visit us at www.DonoraHistoricalSociety.org.

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Enjoy Free "Movies on The Mounds" in Monongahela The Monongahela Area Revitalization Corporation (MARC) presents Friday movie nights at Mounds Park in Monongahela. These free events start at sundown. There will be a concession stand, snacks and drinks.

Upcoming Featured flicks: July 5 - Chasing Maverick July 26 - The Odd Life of Timothy Green August 2 - The Impossible August 16 - OZ The Great & Powerful For information on more great community events by MARC, visit our Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/MonongahelaAreaRevitalizationCorporationMARC.

UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE MONONGAHELA AREA LIBRARY The Monongahela Area Library, located at 813 West main Street in Monongahela will be offering the following programs and events during the month of July. For questions, call 724-258-5409.

Book Club Meeting The Monongahela Area Library’s book club, “Book Bites”, will meet on Thursday, July 18 at 1 p.m. to discuss “The Showmaker’s Wife” by Adrianna Trigianni. New members from anywhere in the area are invited to join.

“Critter Cuties” Fundraiser - Photos of Your Pet for a Great Cause The Monongahela Area Library’s Friends of the Library will hold their “Critter Cuties” fundraiser in Monongahela’s Chess Park on Saturday, July 13 from 9 a.m. to noon. The pictures will be taken by Chris Grilli of Grilli’s Studio in New Eagle. Packages available are one 8x10 photos and 8 wallet size pictures, or 2 5x7s and 8 wallets for $20. Walk-ins welcome, but reservations can be made by calling Sharon, at 724-258-8150, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Children’s Programs Tuesday, July 9 at 6:00 p.m. magician Steve Haberman will amaze with his “Dig Into Reading” magic show. Children must sign up in advance.

Monday, July 15 at 6:00 p.m. A representative from the Animal Rescue League and Shelter will be at the library to showcase nature’s diggers.

A special surprise animal will be a guest.

Tuesday, July 23 at 1:00 p.m. the Westmoreland Museum of American Art will conduct an art activity.

Preschooler Storytime For preschoolers, Storytime is held each Wednesdays at 11 a.m. through July 24. A special Storytime will feature “Farmer Jenise” on July 17.

Questyinz - Quest Club Every Tuesday during the month the library will also hold Quest Club for children and families playing the Questyinz online reading game.

Quest Club works through aspects of the game, offers and open studio for creation of Quest collages, or crafts potential new Quests for everyone to enjoy.

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MVRCC Promotes Property Improvement Through Second Grant Program The Charleroi Design Committee operating in conjunction with the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, has established a Façade Improvement Project II to assist business and property owners in Charleroi’s Central Business District in improving the appearance of the facades of commercial buildings. The funding for the program was secured through the Washington County Local Share Account from gaming revenues. The Chamber distributed $46,000 in the first pool of funding received from the LSA in 2011 and 2012, representing approximately $120,000 in property improvements within the community. The new award is for $60,000 and will be available to draw from in September.

Owners of businesses and commercial properties in the project area (McKean and Fallowfield Avenues between the Borough line on the southern end and 12th street on the northern end, including Chamber Plaza and all streets perpendicular, are eligible to apply for the matching grant facade project, the purposes of which are: • To stimulate investment, sales and other economic activities in the central business district.

• To enhance the existing historic character of building in the central business district.

• To promote the image of the central business district as a strong economic entity.

• To encourage preventive maintenance and proper repair of the buildings and storefronts.

• To increase property values in the central business district.

• To encourage new businesses to locate in the central business district.

Grants will be made on a matching basis (one dollar of grant money for

This property at 431 McKean Avenue in Charleroi was improved in the first phase of the Façade Improvement funding from LSA through the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce. The building houses a new business, Vain Salon.

each dollar of private investment) with a maximum grant amount of $5,000.00 per property. Minimum grant is $1,000 per property, i.e., must be at least $2,000 investment. Grants will be a reimbursement basis only.

Eligible grant activities must be reviewed and approved by the Design Committee and applicants must show proof of payment to their contractors and suppliers to be reimbursed under the grant guidelines.

If anyone is interested in completing projects in the designated project area, guidelines and application can be emailed by request at info@mvrchamber.org or by calling 724-483-3507.

Deb Keefer, Chamber Director is the Grant administrator, and John Mollenauer is the Design Committee Chairman.

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Rostraver Landfill Issues Remain Unresolved

By Christina Walko

Three Tervita landfill representatives showed up at the Rostraver Commissioner’s meeting on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 armed with charts, graphs and explanations as to why residents are still experiencing the stench at the landfill, located at 200 Connor Lane. Residents fear the landfill is accumulating naturally radioactive byproducts from gas drillings that could cause long-term health hazards to themselves and their families.

Tervita Vice President, Micheal S. Woods said that he wanted to take the time to convince people that the landfill is safe, in compliance with all regulations and that every material disposed of at their site is legal. He explained the progress the company is making on installing gas abstraction wells and said the site has doubled the amount of landfill gas they’ve been collecting. But nevertheless, the original issue, the stench in the air, is still present, even stronger now, according to some.

“We’ve had to put up with a lot," said Patton Road resident Ema Kotch. "Last week I smelled the chemicals and it seemed worse – we can’t take their word for it.”

The twelve or so residents who grilled the Tervita representatives were certainly not taking their word that all is safe. At the very least, they were concerned that the strong stench is causing colds, sore throats, burning eyes, nausea and stress dizziness and are wondering about the long-term health effects.

Residents are asking again that independent testing be done and provided the commissioners with a list of potential companies that could be used.

Commissioner Andy Temoshenko said the Board would be willing to look into this if the cost was reasonable and invited Wood and his company to share in the cost.

A retired environmental consultant, Therese Aigner, was brought in. Ms.

Aigner discussed purported dangers of the cumulative effects of low-level radioactive material at the site. “No one knows something is wrong until they have a physical reaction or their health deteriorates because of radioactivity exposure,” said Aigner. In response to Aigner, Tervita’s John Swalbe said, “That is a lot of good information but it’s about a different industry. We don’t take hazardous waste.”

Woods added that nothing the landfill has accepted has been either toxic or hazardous.

While Tervita is called a Residual Waste Facility, it does accept trucks containing “TENORM”, (Technologically Enhanced Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material). A truck that contained Marcellus Shale drill cuttings that was turned down at a North Huntington landfill yet was accepted at Tervita was the subject of some controversy at last month’s meeting. Woods clarified that the Tervita landfill could accept the truck only because they are equipped to handle dealing with such disposal safely and under state-mandated regulations. “All trucks must pass a waste approval process and we were able to take that truck only because we were equipped to handle it," said Woods.

As to why the smell has been so bad, Rostraver resident Cheryl Meyers attributes it to a 250% increase in the landfills business and to liquid and solid wastes producing chemical reactions. The company says it attempts to layer the waste products so they don’t mix.

Dr. George Felder of Lenity School Road has complained of health issues and says that while all may be permissible and legal, some people have compromised immune systems and are not as strong as others.

“Between the smell and the chemical reactions going on at your landfill, your contributing to the areas medical problems. And we are the guinea pigs.”

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Local People News Charleroi Woman Recognized by the PA Industries for the Blind and Handicapped (PIBH) Each year the Nettie Mann Achievement Awards Dinner inspires all who attend. And this year’s event, held on June 11, was no exception. The Pennsylvania Industries for the Blind and Handicapped (PIBH) recognized 27 amazing individuals and proudly welcomed Zoe Koplowitz — marathon runner, author, motivational presenter, and ambassador for the National Multiple (l-r) Vince Loose, PIBH President/CEO; Kimberly Sclerosis Society — as the featured Elliot, 2013 Nettie Mann Achievement keynote speaker.

Award nominee; and marathoner Zoe Koplowitz at the Kimberly Elliot, from Charleroi, PIBH Nettie Mann Achievement Awards Dinner. was recognized during the dinner for not only her character, but also the personal fortitude, work ethic and abilities she exhibits while living and working with a disability. Kimberly was recognized along with the award recipient and 26 other nominees at the Radisson Hotel Harrisburg.

Kimberly works as a photo license technician and was nominated for the award because of her total outlook on life. She has accepted her disability and when she noticed significant hair loss – a side effect of one of her medications – she said, “Baldness is good; it could be worse.” But she continues to smile and do her job as only she can, with grace and kindness to all.

“Her customer service skills are surpassed by none,” said Julie Jindra, agency representative for TEC and the person who nominated Kimberly. “She has the one of the most pleasant voices and is always helpful and courteous to all her customers.” Kimberly has worked at the Washington Driver’s License Center since January 2009.

Chamber Members Graduate from Leadership Washington County Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce members (left) Lori Spina, of Southwest Medical Center, and (right) Angel Gulick of the Mon Valley YMCA recently graduated from the Leadership Washington County program through a MVRCC scholarship. A ceremony was held on May 21 at Bella Sera restaurant in Washington.

Samantha Milton and Brandon Carroll Announce Their Engagement Samuel and Betty Milton of New Eagle are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Samantha Joelle Milton to Brandon M i c h a e l Carroll, son of Gene and Vicki Seighman of Monongahela. The bride-to-be is a 2004 graduate of Ringgold High School and 2008 graduate of The University of Pittsburgh-Main Campus. She is currently employed at the Chapter 13 Trustee’s Office in the USX Tower in Pittsburgh. The groom-to-be is a 2007 graduate of Ringgold High School and a 2009 graduate of Rosedale Technical Institute. He is currently employed at Dean Honda in West Mifflin. The couple is planning a September 13, 2013 wedding.

Eighth Grade Yough Student Publishes First Book Kyle Harper, son of Becky and Jerry Harper, and an eighth grade student at Yough Intermediate Middle School, loves to write and had always hoped to have a book published. His dream recently came true with the release of his first book The Adventures of Waffle Man and Butter Boy. Rocket Science Production, LLC. A publishing company in Virginia worked diligently with Kyle to bring his book to life. It was RSP’s president and CEO who saw potential in Kyle’s writing and approached Author, Kyle Harper (Center) with him about publishing it. All involved are parents Becky and Jerry Harper hoping for an ongoing series with unlimited potential.

A book launch/signing party was held on Saturday, June 1 at Bill’s Golfland. Books were available for purchase and Kyle autographed each one and talked to those in attendance about his writing and publishing experience.

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by ROGER DOLANCH Broker/Owner

Ease Your Way Into Homeownership For many renters, the first step in buying a home is becoming educated about the process. If you’re like many people considering a home purchase, you’ve spent nights, weekends and maybe even time at work searching the internet or poring over the classifieds looking for a home that will work for you. You’ve talked to friends and relatives about their home buying experiences. Maybe you’ve even conducted a little research to become more familiar with real estate terminology and the various types of common mortgages.

Coming up with a down payment and finding a loan program that meets your needs are the greatest hurdles most entry level buyers face. So, you may even have leafed through stacks of brochures and flyers from lenders offering loan programs that seem incom-

prehensible and incredibly complicated. With so many excellent first-time buyer programs to choose from these days, you may feel that you to be an expert to sort through them all.

That’s why if you’re a first-time homebuyer seeking a low down payment loan, you’ll save time by talking with a professional real estate agent who is experienced in working with people just like you in the area where you plan to buy.

A professional real estate agent can help you determine whether you are likely to qualify for these special programs, as participation in some may be limited to buyers under a certain income level or for the purchase of homes below a certain purchase price. Your agent also will be able to tell you whether you must fulfill other requirements to be considered. With some programs, for example, you must attend an educational seminar before you can be considered for one of these low down payment loans.

An agent who frequently assists first-time buyers will know from experience which lenders in your area offer low down payment programs that will most closely match your needs. The lender will need to become familiar with your current financial situation.

Before you discuss your options with them, you’ll want to collect some basic information to make the process easier. Be prepared to tell them about your income, assets, debts, credit issues and financial legal issues. This information will help the lender deter-

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mine how much home you can afford. A good lender may even be able to suggest ways to remedy negative remarks on your credit report that could disqualify you from a low down payment loan program.

In addition, because most lenders will require that you have several months of house payments in the bank as a reserve, your real estate agent may be able to suggest ways you can increase your savings in the weeks and months leading up to your home purchase.

Remember that some programs allow you to apply a cash gift from a family member to cover the required down payment and closing costs.

Your agent also may know a motivated seller who would be happy to assist you in accomplishing your home purchase by contributing to your closing costs, which will reduce the amount of cash you need to have on hand.

With the possibility of interest rates edging up, mortgage financing programs that require a low down payment are even more important than ever to firsttime buyers. A professional real estate agent working with a trusted lender can help youidentify the one loan program that is just right for you. Remember to call one of our CENTIURY 21 Frontier Realty professionals for an enjoyable shopping experience!

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Business & Merchant News 2013 Washington County “Employers of Excellence”

MVRCC Member Spotlight Mon Valley Signs

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce and Work Certified Academy are proud to again sponsor the Employers of Excellence competition (formerly Best Places to Work Washington County).

Winners will be selected in four categories - Small Employer, Mid-Size Employer, Large Employer, and this year - Manufacturer.

All companies that participate in the program will receive a comprehensive, customized report comparing their company's information to the overall survey results. The report will also list the best practices being used in Washington County to enhance the employment experience, attract talented employees and retain a skilled workforce. This report is free to companies who complete the survey.

To participate, fill out the confidential survey at http://personneldynamics.net/survey.asp. Deadline to participate is Monday, July 15, 2013. Winners of Washington County Employers of Excellence will be announced in October 2013.

For any questions about this program, please contact Linda Kopcha directly at Work Certified Academy at 724-225-2551.

Mon Valley Signs is the Mon Valley Regional Chamber Member Spotlight for the month of June. The business was started in the living room of owner David Zahand in 2000 and has grown to provide a myriad of signage options to the Mid Mon Valley and beyond. “Anything from a bumper sticker to a billboard,” says Dave, “and we specialize in electronic message centers and vehicle lettering and wraps.”

Mon Valley Signs is located at 10 Chamber Plaza in Charleroi and is open 8:00 am – 4:00 pm daily and by appointment. All of their services are listed and photos of their work are posted at their website at www.monvalleysigns.com.

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Belle Vernon Fitness Center Holds Grand Opening

Scirotto Chiropractic & Rehab Relocates to Larger Offices

Belle Vernon Fitness Center recently celebrated their grand opening with an open house and ribbon cutting. Belle Vernon Fitness Center, located at 750 Rostraver Road, Belle Vernon, in the Kmart Plaza is under new ownership and management.

The center offers a variety of equipment and weight machines to Pictured (l-r) Star Employee, Dimitri Edwards; Keith Peer, GRC accommodate all fitness President; Manager, Kodey Suomela; Owner, Carl Campieri; levels. There are no startDirector, Jody Campieri; HR, Jeannine Motycki; Zumba up fees or monthly conInstructor, Rae-Lynn Guseman tracts to sign. Tanning and Zumba classes are also available. Hours of operation are Monday – Thursday, 5:30 am to 10 pm, Friday, 5:30 am to 8 pm, Saturday 8 am to 6 pm and Sunday, 9 am to 3 pm. For more information, call 724-243-3399.

Scirotto Chiropractic & Rehab recently moved in to a larger office space, which is now located at 4918 Rt. 51 S, just a 1/4 of a mile from their previous location. Dr. Scirotto has operated Scirotto Chiropractic and Rehabilitation for over twelve years. He delivers the most current methods of chiropractic care and strives to remain as upto-date as possible. “We are continuously attending seminars to Pictured at the “ribbon cutting” for their new office remain on the cutting edge of chiare (l-r) Mary Semko, Office Manager, ropractic care,” said Scirotto.

Dr. James Scirotto, Judi Robbins and Mary Esther Dr. Scirotto also has extensive Antal, GRC Board Members experience in performing DOT physicals and strives to stay current with federal guidelines associated with the physical examination and certification.

Each medical card that is issued has a maximum certification of 2 years. Your exam consists of, but is not limited to, evaluating the individual via a simple physical exam, review of your health history and a urine test. We will complete your Medical Examination Form and provide you with your Medical Examiners Certificate (wallet card) as appropriate.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 724-379-4000 or visit their website at www.scirottochiropractic.com.

GRCC June Business of the Month Stephanie Yatchyshyn – Thirty One Gifts Stephanie Yatchyshyn, is an independent consultant for Thirty-One Gifts, and will be celebrating her 3rd anniversary in with the company in July.

Previous to this role, Stephanie worked in the business field before deciding to leave the corporate world to focus on her young children.

After a family friend invited her to a Thirty-One party, a company Stephanie had never heard of, she instantly fell in love with the products. Upon hearing about the amazing work from home busiGRCC Business of the Month - (at left) Stephanie Yatchyshyn of Thirty One Gifts, and ness opportunities at Thirty-One, Judi Robbins, of the GRCC she signed on as a consultant two months after attending that first party.

Hosting a party is a great way to reach out to friends and family members about the products, and a great excuse to get the girls together. And for out of town friends or family, you can have a catalog or online party, so they can still be a part of your success.

For details on purchasing a custom product, hosting a party, or becoming a consultant, contact Stephanie at 724-518-3852, email her at ssyatch@yahoo.com, or visit her online profile at www.mythirtyone.com/sy.

July Meetings of the Women’s Business Network The Women’s Business Network’s mission is to provide personal and professional resources to advance the presence of aspiring and successful businesswomen. Visit www.wbninc.com. Local area meetings held in July will be held as follows: • The Mon Valley Chapter meets at 9:15 a.m. at Chaney's Natural, 138 West Main Street, Monongahela on the 3rd Thursday, July 18th. Contact Amanda Ciranni at 724-309-5120.

• The McMurray Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at The Meadows (Mezzanine Level), 210 Racetrack Road, Washington, at 8:15 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, July 3 and 17. Contact Paula Stoltz at 412-3342509.

• The Washington Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread – Trinity Point on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, July 10 and 24. Contact Karen Kovac at 724-986-6739.

• The Bethel Park Chapter meets at 6:00 p.m. at the Bethel Park Municipal Building, 5100 W. Library Avenue, Bethel Park on the 3rd Thursday, July 18. Contact Tamra McKenna at 412-885-5162.

• The South Hills Chapter meets at 8:00 a.m. at King’s Restaurant, 155 McMurray Road, Upper St Clair, on the 3rd Thursday, July 18. Contact Jen Ohrman at 412-531-5055.

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MON VALLEY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWS Affordable Care Act Discussed at Chamber Luncheon The May Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce luncheon addressed the concerns and questions regarding the Affordable Care Act. The panel included Chuck Witford, ChamberChoice Insurance, Don Good, Human Resource Manager of World Kitchen, and Lou Panza, CEO of Monongahela Valley Hospital. The session was facilitated by Carl Knoblock of the Small Business Administration.

Bassi Memorial Golf Tourney A Success On June 6, 2013 under rainy skies, 118 golfers took to the greens at Butler’s Golf Course for the 6th Annual Melvin B. Bassi Memorial Golf Tournament, hosted by the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Event sponsor was Highway Appliance. The 1st place team prize went to the Brad Bassi shows emotion after Bassi, Vreeland and Associates foursome comprised missing a putt at the event. of Brad and David Bassi, Jack Green and Dave (Photo by Donna Angelo) Marshall. 2nd place team was Waddell and Reed, Joe Osborne, Scott Swinchock, Jake Cuthbert, and Jeff Antal. Longest Drive (men’s) was won by Paul Rach, (women’s) Tanya Chaney, Longest Putts, Scott Nace and Dave Bassi, Closest to the Pin, Tom Joseph and Matt Mornak. Proceeds from the Memorial Tournament benefit scholarships for Leadership Washington County, the Challenge Program, the Charleroi With a score of 58, this Bassi, Vreeland & Associates foursome took the 1st Place team Academic League, and educational proaward. Left to right is Dave Marshall, David grams offered to Chamber members Bassi, Brad Bassi, grandson and son of the late throughout the year.

Melvin Bassi, respectively, and Jack Green.

Longtime Banker to Retire Lucretia McCrory will be retiring from the Charleroi branch of Citizens Bank after working there for 30 years.

She is seen here recently outside the branch at Fifth and Fallowfield, watering the flowers this month.

Annual Chamber Beach Bash Event Slated for July 18 All of our Beach BASH (Business After Scheduled Hours) enthusiasts are encouraged to mark their calendars for Thursday, July 18 for the 8th Annual Beach BASH event. This event was designed for fun and it is hoped that all members and their guests will take advantage of the opportunity at Allenport Marina from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Games, contests (including hula hoop-off and corn hole tournament) drinks, and live beach music from “Craig and Craig” are some of the items on the agenda.

The Pot of Gold drawing, and door prize drawings, are all included in the price of $15.00/member. A meal discount will be offered for those wanting to dine at the Marina’s “Portside Restaurant.” The MVRCC is seeking sponsors for the event.

The Beach Bash event is not open to the public, however members are entitled and encouraged to bring a non-member as a guest who may deduct the cost of the registration from a new Chamber membership. For registration or sponsorship information call 724-483-3507 or keep informed of this and all Chamber events at facebook/MonValleyRegionalChamber and www.mvrchamber.org.

Chamber Softball Showdown on July 31 The Greater Rostraver and Mon Valley Regional Chambers will come together for a friendly game of slow pitch softball on July 31 at Veteran’s Field in Charleroi. The Rostraver Chamber will attempt to win the coveted “Chamber Pot” which has resided at the MVRCC’s offices after winning the contest last year. The field is located at Charleroi Community Park in Chamber Plaza. Networking and warmups will begin at 5:30 pm and the game will start at 6:00 pm.

If anyone is interested in signing up they should do immediately by calling 724483-3507. Members in good standing, their employees, and immediate family are eligible to play. Player/coach for MVRCC is Tom Villella of Villella Remodeling, and is largely responsible for last year’s 18-15 victory over the GRC! Everyone is invited to join in the fun. BYOC (bring your own cooler), and the Veteran’s Field concession stand will be open. All proceeds from the concession stand benefit American Legion baseball.

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West Newton Senior Center Announces One-Day Bus Trips The West Newton Senior Center will be sponsoring one-day bust trips through the end of 2013. Using Quest Transportation, all bus trips will be departing from West Newton, Robertson Street behind Giant Eagle. For all trips, your full payment is your reservation. Cancellation only accepted if you replace yourself. Payments can be sent to West Newton Senior Center, 103 E. Main St., West Newton, PA 15089. For more information, call Lou Ann at 724-872-4976.

September 14 - "Yankee Tyme" Ohio Amish trip. 7 am departure for Ohio.

Sharon Grover will be our guide onto Burton Ohio, where we will tour Century Village, (restored by the Historical Society), Burton Log Cabin for Maple Syrup, Welshfield Inn for lunch, then on to Fowlers Mill and store, End of Commons General store and final stop at the Depot for ice cream. Total price $90. All included, tour, bus, driver tip, lunch and tour tickets. Deadline August 14.

October 12 we will depart at 7 am and have a wonderful breakfast at Carson's catering before departing to Bedford to celebrate their annual “Bedford Days” celebration. You will have time in town to shop in the stores, whatever churches and individuals who have sales until 1 pm. We will then tour Old Bedford Village and Gift Shop, departing at 3 pm and final stop at Hill Berris, Mt Pleasant, PA for pie, ice cream and wine tasting at Greedance Winery. Total price $65. Includes all meals, tour, bus and driver tip. Deadline September 12.

November 9 we will depart for Indiana, PA. Tour Jimmy Stewart Museum, lunch at Hiss's salad bar, tour Silas Clark Mansion, drive to Smicksburg to shop at Amish shops, and finish the day with an Amish Wedding Feast. Price $82.00 Includes all meals, tour, bus and driver tip. Deadline October 9.

December 7 - 30th Annual Christmas & Gift Show, Harrisburg, PA We only have a 41 passenger bus for this one so get your reservation in early. Depart 7am, arrive in Harrisburg at 10:30 after one brief comfort stop tour and shop the Beautiful Christmas gift and craft show. Depart for home at 2:30. Cost $50. Deadline November 7.

Valley Seniors Club Upcoming Events The Valley Seniors Club has announced the following upcming events.

The club meets every 4th Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm at Riverside Place in Charleroi. All area seniors are invited to attend and join the club!

For more information, call Marlene at 724-258-3950.

Reservations are being taken for the "Nunsense II" trip to West Virginia Public Theater at the Lakeview Resort scheduled for July 11. Departure time will be 10:00 a.m.

The August 6 trip to Gettysburg is scheduled and a Fall trip is being planned for Seven Springs Autumn Fest in October.

A covered dish indoor picnic will be held on July 23.

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RIVERSIDE PLACE ANNOUNCES JULY EVENTS Riverside Place, located at 303 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi will be offering the following programs and events for area senior citizens. For more information on any upcoming events, call 724-483-5800.

Cookout - Thursday, July 30 from 11:30a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Hot dog or hamburger with a side and drink. $5.00.

Pizza and Pizza Burger Sale - Friday, July 12 and 26. $1.25 for plain pizza and $5 for pizza burger and a can of pop.

Murphy's 5&10 Saturday Subs - sub only $4.00 or 8" sub, chips and pop $5.00 . We will be selling them on Friday, July 19 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Monroeville Trip - Thursday, July 18, $10.00. Leave the center at 9:00 a.m. return around 3:00 p.m.

Wheeling Trip - Monday, July 22, $20.00. Leave at 9:00 a.m. returns back at 5:00 p.m.

Kenny and Chip Oldies Songs - Friday, July 26 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Blood Pressures with Helen Andreas - Tuesday, July 9 at 11:00 a.m.

AARP 55 Alive Refresher Driving Course at MVH A “55 Alive” driving course for older drivers will be held at the Monongahela Valley Hospital campus on Monday, July 15 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC).

This is the nation's first and largest classroom driver improvement course specially designed for motorists age 50 and older. It is intended to help improve skills while teaching accident and traffic violation avoidance. Some insurance companies offer discounts for course completion. All information is conveyed in a classroom setting in one half-day session. The cost is $12 per person for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Pre-registration is required, call 724-258-1333.

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Local Worship Praise & Worship in the Park 2013 The sounds of praise and music will once again echo through Chess Park in Monongahela when that community celebrates with the 8th annual “Praise and Worship in the Park,” on Saturday, August 10 beginning at 12:00 noon until 9:00 p.m. A number of area churches, ministries and non-profit organizations will join together for this day of praise, music, and fellowship. A variety of activities are planned, including all-day musical performances, children activities, and food and informational booths.

Musicians scheduled to appear, beginning at Noon, include but not limited to: Journey by Grace Praise Band, , Shepherds Voice, 1st Christian Church Praise team,. JD Davenport. and 70x7.

Special guest headliner for the night "The Barbers "will take the stage at 7:30 p.m.

Kolt and Christy Cornell -Barber were recently married to form a new ministry team that has God as their main source of inspiration. The "Barbers" desire nothing more than to serve God and bring His salvation and healing to a dying world. They make their home near Nashville, TN. This year, again there will be a free concert for area youth on Friday, August 9 at 6:00 in Chess Park. “Satellites & Sirens” will be performing. Sponsored by "Go Time Ministries". Refreshments

and giveaways will be provided.

Any ministry or church wishing to join the day’s festivities, or anyone wishing more information, should contact DJ Fogiato at djbrick@comcast.net. Or contact First Christian Church at 724258-3255. The event is sponsored by the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).

Kingdom Rock VBS at Bible Fellowship Community Church Come join us each night at Bible Fellowship Community Church this summer July 22 - 26 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm for VBS “Kingdom Rock - Where Kids Stand Strong for God”. At Vacation Bible School this year children will learn to stand strong in God’s power with help from: God’s Love, Family and Friends, Prayer, Trusting God, and the Bible.

VBS will help kids discover God’s Word in a fun and unforgettable way.

Each night there is a single Bible Point that is reinforced with a Bible verse and Bible story that makes it super easy to remember & learn. We’ll be worshiping in song, making super crafts, having yummy snacks and playing fun games and also have a few special surprises Pre K - 5th grade friends; plan now on joining us for a great week of VBS. We are located at 220 Atomic Way in West Newton. To register and/or for more information, please call the church office at 724-872-5150.

Upcoming Events at First United Methodist Church in Monongahela First United Methodist Church, 430 W Main St., Monongahela, announces the following programs and events in July. For more information, call 724258-7054.

200th Anniversary 1813 - 2013 Committee We need your help! We are looking for past members or anyone who was involved with our church. We want to connect with you. If you have been a member or know someone, please forward the information to us or call the office at 724-258-7054 Vacation Bible School - July 22-26 Theme is Love, Grow, and Serve.

Activities include, Skit, singing, crafts, snacks. All ages welcome.

On-Going Missions Box Tops and Campbell's Labels for Red Bird Mission. Continue to collect labels and box tops.

Feed My Sheep at Washington Mission - July 28, Team Paul United Methodist Women Prayer Blankets Ministry. Help is always welcome in making or donating material for the blankets.

Supplies for Soldiers are sent to soldiers in Afghanistan. Check with a UMW member for list of supplies that are sent on a regular basis.

Cookbook now Available!

The UMW Cookbook is now available. See Mildred Carey for your cookbook during church services.

Spaghetti Dinner Set at Calvary United Presbyterian Church Calvary United Presbyterian Church, located at 8th and Thompson Avenues in Donora announces a spaghetti dinner scheduled for Friday, July 19 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. Dinner price is just $8 for adults and $4 for children. Eat in or take out is available.

(All take outs will be $8). For more information, call 724-379-8285.

Gospel Alliance Church Vacation Bible School Gospel Alliance Church invites you to bring your children, ages 3 - 6th grade, to our annual Vacation Bible School, Monday July 15 – Friday July 19 from 9:00am until 12:00 noon. We plan to have a blast focusing on praising our savior! You can pre-register online at gospelalliancechurch.org/vbs. Gospel Alliance Church is located at 1011 Fells Church Road, Belle Vernon, PA 15012.

Call (724) 823-0453 with any questions.

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Kids & Family...

Charleroi Offers Summer Parks Programs for Kids Beginning Tuesday , June 25 at Crest Park and Thursday, June 27 at Woodland Park there will be exciting games and activities for all area kids ages 4-12. Almost every week following there will be park events on Tuesdays and Thursdays. There will be a schedule posted on Facebook (Charleroi Borough), in the newspaper, online at www.charleroiborough.org , and at the borough office.

Every day will consist of team games, partner games, and individual games/activities. Team games include things such as kickball, whiffle ball, or basketball.

Partner games will include balloon toss, scavenger hunt, races, etc. The day will end with the kids making various arts and crafts or planting, watering, and feeding their plant. There will be a lot of kids and a lot of fun to be had all summer long.

There will be drinks provided and sprinklers to cool off in.

In addition to these two days a week of fun there will also be two movie nights a month for everybody to enjoy. These programs will run through the middle of August. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by a parent. For questions or additional information, please call the Charleroi Parks & Recreation Department at 724-483-6011.

Don’t Be Left Out of the August Back To School issue of the Mon Valley Messenger. For Editorial or Advertising Opportunities, call (412) 249-8177

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School News...School News Scholarships Awarded to Four Local High School Seniors

Jordan Brewer

Benjamin Thomas

Bentworth High School 2013 Prom

Natalie Baker

During the 57th birthday of the Old Trails Business and Professional Women's Club, scholarships were presented to four local high school seniors based on their academics, school activities, and community involvement.

The Helen Harkins Memorial Scholarship was presented to Leah Seader of Beth Center High School, and to Jordan Brewer of Bentworth High School. The Pamela Antonia Memorial Scholarship was presented to Benjamin Thomas of California Leah Seader High School, and to Natalie Baker of Charleroi High School.

The scholarship presentations and celebration were held at King's Restaurant in Bentleyville.

The 2013 Bentworth High School Prom was held on May 24, 2013 at Valleybrook Country Club in McMurray. Pictured above is the Prom Court: Back Row (l-r) King Candidate, Jake Rothka; King Candidate Ben Carlisle; 2013 Prom King Paul Mizia; King Candidate Luke Bachmann; and King Candidate Matthew Vickless. Front Row (l-r): Queen Candidate Madi Gregg; Queen Candidate Kendra Campbell; 2013 Prom Queen Pamela Jordan McCann; Queen Candidate Kellie Puskarich; and Queen Candidate Marissa Bruhn.

REMINDER: Editorial Deadline for the August issue is JULY12

Madonna Catholic Regional School Announces 2012-2013 Fourth Quarter Honor Roll GRADE 8 High Honors - Maggie Rider Honors - Matt Agostoni, Nathan Lentz, Tyler Pakish, Isaac Petrosky GRADE 7 Highest Honors - Jenna Albert, Olivia Behanna, Gabrielle Fronzaglio, Sarah Grandinette, Aislyn Lee High Honors - Rachael Funtal, Lena Galilei, Lindsey Koziel, Nathan

Schollaert Honors - Sophie Burkholder, Taylor DeLattre, Christina Ferrari, Luke Greaves, Alyssa Guzik, Hannah Williams GRADE 6 High Honors - Nina Alvarez, Chase Angotti, Madison Walsh Honors - Elizabeth Quattrone, Anthony Romasco, Carina Villella

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SPORTS Honoring a Local Soccer Legend Testimonial Held for Dan Haywood of Dunlevy

Among those taking part in the testimonial were: Front Row (l-r) Jack Jacobs, Pete Labrasca, Jon Kruczek, Dennis Laskey. Back Row (l-r) John Smith, Mike Borelli, Cal Montgomery, Pete Gialames, Haywood, Dawn Haywood and Kim (Haywood) Jeslis.

Dan Haywood of Dunlevy enjoyed a reunion recently with many of his former players during a testimonial at the White Barn Café in Dunlevy recognizing his more than 50 years of involvement with soccer.

Haywood was coach of the 1964-65 Dunlevy Juniors, who won three championships and advanced to the Eastern Regionals of the National Cup tournament. He also coached the highly successful Dunlevy Angels girls team that won three successive Western Pennsylvania championships and appeared in the national tournament three times in the 1980s. He served 19 years as head coach of the women’s varsity team at Charleroi Area High School, where his teams won seven WPIAL sectional crowns and played in two WPIAL and two PIAA (state) championship games. He has been head coach of the girls team at Bentworth High School since 2005.

Donora High School Football Legend Inducted into WPIAL Hall of Fame Lou “Bimbo” Cecconi, (at left) Donora High School Class of 1946, is pictured with Tyler Palko, West Allegheny High School Class of 2002, at the WPIAL Hall of Fame Induction Banquet. Cecconi and Palko each played their college football at Pitt. Bimbo is also a 1964 Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame inductee as well as a 2011 Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame inductee.

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HEALTH NUTRITION & FITNESS Healthy Directions Provides Convenient/ Inexpensive Physicals and Vaccines Families feeling a budget or time pinch this summer have an ally in Healthy Directions at Giant Eagle in Finleyville. The walk-in medical center located inside the Finleyville Giant Eagle is offering sports physicals for just $20. Students that need immunizations, including the meningitis vaccine that is required for most college freshman, can walk in to receive their vaccines with little or no waiting.

Likewise, seniors and those over age 60 should have the shingles vaccine as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They too, can receive their immunizations at Healthy Directions. Most insurance plans are accepted.

Healthy Directions Exclusively at Giant Eagle is an appointment-free, walk-in site designed to accommodate the health care needs of today’s busy families. Healthy Directions is staffed

by Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners by MVH-affiliated physicians. They provide diagnoses and treatments for non-urgent conditions in people ages 18 months and older.

The CRNPs at Healthy Directions provide physicals and immunizations Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Healthy Directions provides care to people 18-months of age and older.

Most insurance plans are accepted.

For more information, call 724-3486699 or visit www.mvhhealthydirections.com.

MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL JULY EVENTS Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring a variety of informative programs during the month of July. Many of the events will be held in the hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) unless otherwise noted.

TALK WITH A DOC: BACK PAIN Thursday, July 11 at 7 p.m., Mt. Lebanon Public Library. Jose Ramirez-Del Toro, M.D. will present a free program to discuss symptoms and treatment for back pain. To register, call 724-258-1333.

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Monday, July 1 from 2 - 4 p.m., Hospital 7East Family Room. For more information, call 724-258-1704.

AARP 55 ALIVE REFRESHER DRIVING COURSE - Monday, July 15 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., ECC. All information is conveyed in a classroom setting in one half-day session.

The cost is $12 per person for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Pre-registration is required, call 724-258-1333.

“HOW TO KNOW IF YOU NEED A JOINT REPLACEMENT/REVISION” Monday, July 1 at 6 p.m., ECC. Ari Pressman, M.D., will present a free program to discuss signs and symptoms indicating the need for joint replacement or revision.

To register, call 724-258-1333.

SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAM Tuesdays, July 2, 9, 16, and 23 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Primary Care Resource Center (PCRC), Hospital, fourth floor. To register, call 724-258-1932.

BONE DENSITY SCREENING Wednesday, July 3 from 1 - 3 p.m., Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle.

This free, painless screening will indicate if you need a more extensive test and if you have osteoporosis. For more information, call 724-348-6699.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION CLASS Wednesdays, July 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 7 – 9 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. A fourweek series of prenatal education. To register, call 724-258-BABY (2229) ext. 25.

MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - Tuesday, July 9 – Thursday, July 11 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. For more information and to register, contact the Center for Diabetes at 724-258-1483.

BETTER BREATHERS CLUB - Tuesday, July 9 from 2 – 3 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-258-1932 or 724344-0287.

RSDS SUPPORT GROUP - Tuesday, July 9 from 6 - 8 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-929-9492.

“WHY DO YOU NEED A PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN?” - Tuesday, July 9 at 6 p.m., ECC. Laurie S. Molinda, M.D. To register, call the MVH reservation hotline at 724258-1333.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - Monday, July 15 at 2 p.m., Hospital 7-East Family Room. The group meets the third Monday of each month. For additional information, call 724-258-1704.

BARIATRIC SURGERY INFORMATION SESSION - Monday, July 15 at 6 p.m., ECC. To learn if you are a candidate for this surgery, join Ramesh Ramanathan M.D., FRCS, as he discusses this topic in detail.

To register, call 412-641-3632 or 412-8028299.

ADVANCED CARBOHYDRATE COUNTING - Wednesday, July 17 from 9 – 11 a.m., ECC. This is a diabetes self-management class that focuses on counting carbohydrate intake. To register, call 724-2581483.

ARTHRITIS AND FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP - Wednesday, July 17 from 1 – 3 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-258-1321.

OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP - Thursday, July 18 from 2 – 3:30 p.m., ECC. The group meets the third Thursday of each month.

For more information, call 724-258-1773.

“WHY DO YOU NEED A PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN?” - Thursday, July 18 at 6 p.m., Finleyville Community Center.

Laurie S. Molinda, M.D. To register, call the MVH reservation hotline at 724-258-1333.

MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - Tuesday, July 23 – Thursday, July 25 from 6 – 9 p.m., ECC. This session builds on the education received in the “Managing Your Diabetes” program. To register, contact the Center for Diabetes at 724-258-1483.

PUBLIC FIRST-AID INSTRUCTION Thursday, July 25 from 6 – 9 p.m., ECC. Adult first aid classes are offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center. The $30 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536.

INNOVATIONS IN KNEE REPLACEMENTS - Monday, July 29 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Willow Room. Scott Baron, M.D., will present a free program to discuss the process of and innovative procedures for knee replacements.

To register, call 724-258-1333.

BREASTFEEDING CLASS - Monday, July 29 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. This free class is designed for mothers who plan to breastfeed to help them feel more comfortable and confident while in the hospital after delivery and when returning home. Many props are used in this class including breast pumps.

Partners and grandmothers are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229) ext. 25.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR MEAL PLAN Tuesday, July 30 from 6 – 8 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Learn more about food choices, dining out, and how your eating habits affect your blood glucose control. To register, contact the Center for Diabetes at 724258-1483.

ADULT CPR INSTRUCTION - Tuesday, July 30 from 6 - 9 p.m., ECC. Adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) classes are offered by Monongahela Valley Hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center. The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR BLOOD SUGAR READINGS - Wednesday, July 31 from 6 – 8 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Learn how to make sense out of all those blood sugar readings you document.

Understand how your diet, medications, illness and stress affect your blood sugar.

Completion of the three-day “Diabetes Self Management Training” is required prior to attending this class. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start of the class. To register, contact the Center for Diabetes at 724-258-1483.

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Monongahela Valley Hospital Offers Latest Techniques in Cardiac Catheterization It’s been said that the best way to have a good life is to have a good heart.

While this phrase can be interpreted to mean the emotional heart, when people suffer from physical heart problems, they can experience chest pain; palpitations commonly known as racing of the heart; shortness of breath; a chronic cough; and excessive sweating — all symptoms that can place limitations on their activities and ultimately reduce their quality of life. Through the use of cardiac catheterization, physicians can learn about the heart and blood vessels to diagnose and treat a host of cardiac problems and diseases.

Millions of cardiac catheterization procedures have been performed since the technique was introduced in the mid-20th century. Since that time, the femoral artery in the groin has been the primary entry point for a thin tube that uses the circulatory system to clear blockages, deliver medication and position stents. Approximately 10 percent of the medical centers in the United States, including Monongahela Valley Hospital, have expanded their cardiac catheterization procedures to include the radial artery, located in the wrist, as an entry point to the circulatory system.

John Pacella, M.D., a cardiologist affiliated with Monongahela Valley Hospital whose specialty is interventional cardiology, recently explained the benefits of the radial approach.

“The femoral artery can be difficult to access in some individuals — particularly those who are overweight,” said

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Does your teen need a meningitis shot for college?

At Monongahela Valley Hospital, Dr. John Pacella learns about the newest tubes for performing radial catheterization from Stacey Anderson, a cardiovascular specialist from Cordis Corporation.

Dr. Pacella. “Patients who undergo the radial technique have less bruising and bleeding, fewer complications and faster recoveries. In fact, it’s more comfortable for the patients because they can sit up immediately after the procedure.”

By offering the radial catheterization, MVH provides a procedure that is largely available only at larger metropolitan hospitals. Residents of the midMonongahela Valley and surrounding areas can have the procedure performed in familiar surroundings by medical professionals that they know and trust.

Dr. Pacella is a member of Century Cardiac Care, Inc. whose cardiologists also include Stephen A. Bowser, M.D., and Simon H. Chough, M.D. The Mon Valley office is located at 1290 Chess Street, Suite 102 in Monongahela. For an appointment, call 724-258-4615.

Are you over age 60 and want to avoid painful shingles?

Healthy Directions at Giant Eagle offers these immunizations and others … with little or no waiting.

Stop by Healthy Directions for more information or call 724-348-6699.

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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller

Buyer

Address

Price

MONONGAHELA Donna Bozic Andrick Family Revocable Living Trust Darlene Dreyer Thomas Benedict More For Less LLC Fred Fleet II Samuel Romano Sheriff

Zachary Wright Karen and Kenneth Hodge Kimberly Sabatini Margaret Brown Tri County Real Estate LLC MX3 Enterprises L.P. US Bank NA

C 303 Anton St. $60,000 and A u r r e n t r H o m e chived 415 Hillman St. $107,000 your Sales fro m 315 Sixth St. $31,000 c on ommu www .mon our web nity 811 Meade St. $98,450 valley s mess ite 478 Hudson Ave. $5,500 enge r.com 309 Park Ave. $110,000 .

424 Pleasant St. $1,746 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $54,148).

CARROLL TOWNSHIP James Singer II Estate of Mark Surface Cathie McCormick et al.

Jerry Farelli Federal National Mortgage Assn.

Todd Hunker Dennis Butler

David Phenicie Jr. Randall and Janie Rodriquez David Rozzi Carley Reitmeyer Jordan Smith Michael and Denisse Lee Kevin White

1718 Fourth St. 75 Carroll Drive 1193 Country Club Road 399 State Route 88 110 Maple Ave. 116 Route 837 Victoria Drive

$126,000 $395,000 $90,000 $130,000 $70,000 $175,000 $330,000

BENTLEYVILLE Transportation Alliance Bank Inc. Louis Damich Jr. Michael Meyer John Sylvester Francis DeVizia

Home Opportunity LLC Heath and Sabrina Taggart Christopher Shaw and Laura Eisele Matthew and Cara Antanovich Marcus Joseph

316 Beallsville Road 75 Damich Lane 215 Lincoln Ave. 105 Eighth St. 310 Beallsville Road

$37,849 $219,900 $114,000 $82,900 $3,168

CHARLEROI William Madden

William Madden and Anita Susich

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First Commonwealth Bank Shirley Valla Transportation Alliance Bank Inc.

Pinnacle Advisors LLC Reginas Enterprise Inc. Home Opportunity LLC

Jimmie Kruell

Brandy Bartek

846 Crest Ave. $0 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $15,324).

135 Fallowfield Ave. $20,000 501 Fallowfield Ave. $1,602,706 809 Lincoln Ave. $0 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $36,434).

600 Fallowfield Ave. $37,500 819 Lincoln Ave. $24,000 909 Lincoln Ave. $0 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $141,658).

1001 Third St. $12,101

NORTH CHARLEROI David Benning Jr. Estate of Kevin Furlong

PNC Bank Philip Meli

571 Conrad Ave. 531 Highland Ave.

Barbara Godisart Maria Gray Inland American CFG PA PortfolEshraq International Co. LLC Loretta Mitchner Susan Petix

$1,454 by sheriff's deed. $8,500

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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller

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Price

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DONORA Richard Ghilani James Carpenter

Mascot Properties LLC Blaire Tartt

Doris Dunyak Richard Brian Charlton David Crews Jennifer DeBarr

Lucky Dog Properties Owen and Gina Jones James Lewis Tarpley Amanda Flament

FALLOWFIELD Greg Wooddell Marion Frye Gary Riley Joseph Misanik West PA Properties LLC Donald McCarty Jr. Angelo Dorazio PNC Bank NA David Flament Barry Watson

Christopher and Melissa Oknefski William Baciak James and Misty Griffin Jeffrey Costantino Kathleen Kimble Mandy Slavich Kristen Margie and Cynthia Carroll Kelly Lynn Marsich Joseph Caruso Jr. and Holly Caruso Michael Chico

VWS Inc.

John Guest Jr.

184 Fox Stop Road $275,000 43 Florence Drive $15,500 295 Fremont Road $79,900 36 Holly Drive $75,000 22 Wisetown Road $4,000 27 Pleasant Hill Drive $130,000 1859 Route 481 $105,000 1006 Fourth Street Ext. $89,000 Coyle Curtin Road $60,000 Hess Road $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $6,600).

990 SR 917 $59,900

MONESSEN John Zenobi Richard Bradley Nello Tineri Joseph Heath III Ronald Grandon Mary Jane D'Annibale Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.

Cyril Chovan Christopher Dirling

Imani Beckwith Herbert Sheppard Salvatore DiPiazza James Tyree Jr. Federal National Mortgage Assn.

Laverne Smith AJ Yukon Investment LLC Breana Como Jason Mattey and Dionne Malush

640 Tenth St. 432 Oneida St. 131 Pennsylvania Blvd.

904 McMahon Ave. 15 Pacific Blvd.

333 Short St. 923 First St. 1028 Dennis Ave. 1121 Rostraver St.

1554 Meldon Ave. $24,000 245 Modisette Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $14,470).

928 Thompson Ave. $8,000 Tenth St. $4,000 105 Second St. $5,200 630 St. Nicholas Drive $40,000

$6,000 $5,000 $82,000 $15,000 $2,941 by sheriff's deed. $8,750 $13,500 $64,000 $17,000

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JJK Mineral Co. LLC David Lewandowski William Maglet Robert Allen Jr. Jeffrey Bowers Ronald Dubos First Line Develop. Rolling Hill Farm Tracy Lee Tracy Janet Jones Jay Solak et al.

Framar Inc. Robert and Heather Kinney Bank America NA JoAnn Sepsi Federal National Mortgage Assn.

Kevin Dickey Jason and Ashley Lloyd Federal National Mortgage Assn.

Erick Eyth Gregory and Catherine Carroto

315 Bedsworth St. $5,135 by sheriff's deed.

522 Fayette Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $29,190).

SR 906 $4,000 526 Todd Farm Road $180,000 454 W. Spring Grove $7,077 by sheriff's deed.

726 Cedarwood Drive $205,000 26 Mathews Road $1,225 by sheriff's deed.

325 Wild Wind Drive $310,000 505 Callie Court $258,403 1033 Harriott Ave. $1,159 by sheriff's deed.

355 Rankin Road $262,900 237 Rosewood St. $190,000

NORTH BELLE VERNON Melinda Necciai North Belle Vernon Borough Estate of Faye Arlene Pavtis

Mildred Moslick Tommy and Rosemary Mavrikas Eryn Thomas

605 Baltimore St. 522 Broad Ave. 306 Fayette St.

$113,500 $14,200 $93,900

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Recent Local Death Notices ANDERSON, Donna R., 75, of Speers Hill, died June 17.

Arrangements by SchrockHogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

BARRETT, Rev. Patricia, 80, of Whitsitt, died June 10.

Arrangements by House of Jackson Memorial Chapel of Donora.

BEHRENDT, Doris Todd, 89, of Charleroi, died May 22.

Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.

BILES, William L., 66, of Charleroi, died May 13.

Arrangements by SchrockHogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

BLADES, Lauretta Federer, 90, of Roscoe, died May 22.

Arrangements by MelenyzerDuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe.

BRADY, Armeda Josephine, 89, of Carroll Township, died May 22. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

BRADY, Dorene F., 82, of New Eagle, died May 30.

Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

BRAUNEGG, George F., 86, of Charleroi, died June 3.

Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.

BUELL, Doris Louise, 83, of Carroll Township, died May 22. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

BUTTI, Gertrude, 91, of Bentleyville (formerly of Monongahela), died May 17.

Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

CARTER, Bonita Rene, 47, of Carroll Township, died June 1.

Arrangements by William Bautz Funeral Home in New Eagle.

COLAGIOVANNI, Enrico N. “Renny”, 77, of Monongahela, died May 20. Arrangements

by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

DAVIS, Helen M., 91, of Roscoe, died June 10.

Arrangements by MelenyzerDuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe.

ELLIOTT, Raymond, Sr., of

Smithton, died May 14.

Arrangements by House of Jackson Memorial Chapel of Donora.

ERMLICK, Rhenna, 83, of Charleroi, died May 26.

Arrangements by SchrockHogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

FOUST-JACKSON, JoAnne “Cookie”, 71, of New Eagle, died Jun 1. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

FRYE, Lewis Morrison Jr., 88, of Venice, FL (formerly of Monongahela), died May 26.

Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

GOETTEL, Emmett William “Bill”, 81, of Monongahela (formerly of Forward Township), died May 24.

Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

HOLETS, Henry E. Sr., 93, of Carroll Township, died May 23. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

HOLLOWAY, James, Sr., 91, of Donora, died May 21.

Arrangements by House of Jackson Memorial Chapel of Donora.

HUFF, Lorraine A., 67, of Finleyville, died June 10.

Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

KEPCSYNSKI, Margaret (Bulko), 89, of Gallatin, died May 25. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

MANCHA, Irene, 95, of Monongahela, died May 8.

Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

MARTIN, Norma Ann, 83, of Monongahela, died May 20.

Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

McQUILLIS, Ruth Martha, 99, of Greensburg (formerly of Sunnyside), died May 12.

Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

MILLER, Carla C. “Sis”, 93, North Charleroi, died June 7.

Arrangements by SchrockHogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

MOZZONI, Orlando Jr., 61, of Monongahela, died May 16.

Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in

Monongahela.

NAGY, James E., 85, of Allenport, died June 16.

Arrangements by MelenyzerDuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe.

REIS, Doris J., 85, of Charleroi, died June 2.

Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.

ROLEY, Rose Mary (Vecho), 66, of Monongahela (Victory Hill), died June 6.

Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.

ROSS, Charles D. Sr., 80, of Donora, died June 13.

Arrangements by Anthony L. Massafra Funeral Home and Cremation Service Inc. of Donora.

RUSNAK, Eva “Evelyn”, 92, formerly of Speers, died June 2.

Arrangements by Melenyzer-DuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe.

SEZAWICH, Michelle A., 48, of Charleroi, died May 27.

Arrangements by MelenyzerDuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe.

SMITH, Kevin, 59, of Carroll Township, died June 10.

Arrangements by Anthony L. Massafra Funeral Home and Cremation Service Inc. of Donoara.

STOUT, Robin Sue, 42, of Charleroi, died June 17.

Arrangements by William Bautz Funeral Home in New Eagle.

SURDYN, Carlotta P., 91, of Charleroi, died June 6.

Arrangements by SchrockHogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.

SWIATEK, Peter, 85, of South Plainfield, NJ (formerly of Donora), died May 26.

Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

VINCE, Frances, 90, of Donora, died May 27.

Arrangements by Anthony L. Massafra Funeral Home and Cremation Service Inc. of Donora.

ZIEMBA, Mildred M., 94, of Carroll Township, died May 11. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

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VOLUME!

by Mandy Withers-Kozlowski

Live Music & Entertainment at Your Neighborhood Hot Spot!

JULY ELRAMA TAVERN

412-384-3630 1520 Rt 837, Elrama 1 – Colors and Bottles 2 – Open Jam Night 9 – Bingo for Pirate tix 13 – Eldorado Kings 15 – Colors and Bottles 16 – Open Jam Night 18 – Jimmy Buffet 19 – Regular Joes 25 – Kickball 26 – Todd Jones 29 – Colors and Bottles 30 – Bingo for Pirate tix HEY ANDY SPORTSBAR AND LOUNGE 724-258-4755 1221 W Main St, Monongahela 12 – Stay Dogs 13 – Catchin Grooves 19 – White Rose Karaoke 20 – Rhyme or Reason 26 – Shannon and the Merger HOT HOUSE TAP AND GRILLE 724-258-4212 807 Dry Run Road, Monongahela 19 – Old Lords Band, w/ Kizzy and Bobby Blaze Tuesdays – Josie McQueen Band Wednesdays – Open stage - All acts welcome Thursdays – Josie McQueen Band Fridays – Karaoke/DJ

RINKY DINKS ROADHOUSE 724-228-1059 339 Amity Ridge Road, Amity 14 – Bluegrass Sunday w/ Drymill Road 28 – Viola Mud Bog RIVER HOUSE CAFE

724-565-5700 506 McKean Ave., Charleroi 4 – 4th of July Celebration ROCKIN’ WILLIES ROADHOUSE 724-745-8844 2476 Washington Road (Rt. 19 South), Canonsburg Tuesdays - Jam Night with the Jam Band. All singers and musicians welcome SWEENY’S STEAKHOUSE 724-929-8383 1713 Rostraver Rd, Belle Vernon 5 – DJ Russ 6 – DJ Crene 12 – DJ Stan 13 – DJ Steve 19 – DJ Russ 20 – DJ Kooge 26 – DJ Steve 27 – DJ Crene Thursdays – DJ Ben Karaoke

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.

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-------------- ITEMS FOR SALE -----------Bunn Coffee Decanter Warmer & 2 coffee decanters, two position, side-by-side coffee decanter warmer, two 100 watt warmers, individually controlled with indicator lights, 120V/15 amps, 2 decanters, $75. Call Kate at 412-726-1509 ________________________________________________ Round Glass Candleholders, 48 available, simple round glass votive holders can make a large statement when grouped together at weddings and other events! Elegant holders allow the candlelight to take center stage to set a romantic and warm ambiance. Great for event planners, caterers, restaurants, and bars. Each candleholder measures 3 1/2" tall and is 31/2" in diameter. $1 each. Call Kate at 412-726-1509. ________________________________________________ Glass Cylinder Vases, 24 available, contemporary cylinder design lends itself to a world of possibilities! Beautiful filled with a floral arrangement, equally striking with a floating candle, gemstones, rocks, or rose petals. A great choice for caterers, florists, and gift shops alike. Case includes 12 - 7 1/4" tall, 3 1/4" diameter, glass cylinder vases. $1 each. Call Kate at 412-726-1509. ________________________________________________ Black linen tablecloths, 132" Round Polyester Black Tablecloth (15 available), 90 x 156 Polyester Black Tablecloth (2 available), 90 x 132 Polyester Tablecloth (1 available), $10 each. Call Kate at 412-7261509. ________________________________________________

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Northwest Enterprises Hard Plastic Two Piece 5-1/2-Ounce Wine Glasses, each package contains 40 easy-to-assemble glasses; base and glass fit snugly; 2-piece construction makes after-party storage a breeze. Classic stemware styling; hand washable; reusable; disposable; easy clean-up. Ideal for catering, food service, picnics, weddings, buffets, family reunions and everyday use. Seven packages available. $10/pack of 40. Call Kate at 412-726-1509. ________________________________________________ 150 white square stoneware plates, unique square-round contemporary design brings a whole new experience to the table! Sturdy stoneware plates stand up to use in busy restaurants and banquet facilities, and are microwave and dishwasher safe. A perfect complement to large events and casual dining alike. Buy some- buy all! $1 each. Call Kate 412-726-1509. ________________________________________________ Foosball table- black and silver, needs a little touch up work (a couple paint scratches and needs one of the legs tightened)- other than that rarely used and in good shape, $100. Call Kate 412-726-1509. ________________________________________________ Polk box speakers for car- two 12", roughly 5 years old. Speakers work well, box rattles, $100. Call Kate 412-726-1509. ________________________________________________ 175 books- less than $1 a book- in good condition. $100. Call Kate 412-726-1509. ________________________________________________ Antique Crosley Refrigerator from 1950's, a great restoration project- well taken care of for many years with one owner in a nonsmoking home. Recently stopped working- don't know what repairs are needed. Only physical damage is a broken door handle. $100. Call Kate 412-726-1509. ________________________________________________ Titan II tripod- QT II- Quantaray- like new- best offer, $20. Call Kate 412-726-1509. ________________________________________________ For Sale – collector’s or deejay’s item. Panasonic record player 33, 45, 78 rpm plus am/fm radio. Excellent condition. Erma - 724348-4324 ________________________________________________ Concourse black suit case in good condition used only a few times. $50.00. Has wheels to roll on also. Call me at 412-405-9020 or call 412-405-8160 for the suit case does have a tag with it. ________________________________________________ Sliding patio door with screen. 65 in rear projection tv. Please call for pricing. Ask for Rick, 412-655-3597. ________________________________________________ Rototiller for sale, retails for $500.00, will sell for $300.00. 724825-6836 ________________________________________________ Troybuilt lawn tractor, engine is in good shape. any reasonable offer will be considered. 724-825-6836 ________________________________________________ Infant swing for sale. 724-825-6836 ________________________________________________ Resse trailer hitch like new condition, retails for $170.00, will sell for $100.00 724-825-6836 ________________________________________________

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Resse heavy camper, weight distribution hitch system for sale for towing heavy camper, retails for $275.95, will sell for $200.00. 724825-6836. ________________________________________________ 3 TVs, different sizes. Bathroom vanity top, oyster bowl. Call 724326-4443 or 724-797-8925 ________________________________________________ TECH Dodge Ram "Big Horn" taillight covers, '09 -'13 - $60.00 Call John at 724-483-1271. ________________________________________________ 5 tires, 205-65-R15 passenger tires. 2 Kumko Solus KR2120565-15 92t. 2 Fusion HRI 205-65-15R, 94h. 1 brand new Bridgestone Insignia SE 200. $120 OBO.Will sell separately. Call 724941-8722. ________________________________________________ Small utility desk, 32x19x30 high with drawer, $10. King size bedframe in excellent condition, $25. 2 carpet tread sets - 13 matching stair treads 8"x18" brown and grey, $8 each or $15 for both.

Handicap raised bathroom toilet seat plus bar, $25. Call 724-9418722. ________________________________________________ 7 cases of El Dorado Shiloh limestone stone veneer for applications around foundations of homes. We paid $500 for these 7 cases, but we're asking only $200 for the entire lot! Call 724-529-2427. ________________________________________________ 2 cemetery lots Mon Valley Memorial Park, Donora, Garden of the Well of Samaria, $2400.00. 2 piece dresser & chest of drawers, dresser has lighted compartment, excellent condition $150.00. 2 large cots 28x70 aluminum frame $15.00 each. Desk & chair $20.00. 2 Ethan Allen chairs $20.00 each. 2 dirt bike helmets Fuel MX4 very good condition $25.00 each. Heart mirror, pink electric lighted frame $25.00. 724-483-5864 ________________________________________________ Wood Futon measuring 82x41 with mattress, sleeps 2. $75.00 Call 724-321-2509 ________________________________________________ SURREY FOR SALE! 3-Seated, Horse Drawn: $1,500. • Horse Back Riding Lessons. • Riding Horses for Sale! www.logcabinstables.com.

724-787-4817 ________________________________________________ Cemetery lots. Lafayette Memorial Park. Garden of Serenity. 4 lots at $5,400.

Selling for $2,400. 724-938-7307. ________________________________________________

All old jukebox by Wurlitzer, Seeburg, AMI, or Rockola. Pre-1962 vintage only. Non-working is OK. Call 724-914-1693 or email RPESQ@ YAHOO.COM. A Local collector from Monongahela. ________________________________________________ JUNK CARS WANTED! FREE Tow! C.T. Auto Recyclers. 724-3487467.

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.

All tubes for radio/tv, radio tube tester and similar test equipment, and also collecting tube amplifiers by Fisher, McIntosh, Marantz, Harman Kardon, Fender, others. Call 724-914-1693 or email RPESQ@YAHOO.COM. Local collector from Monongahela. ________________________________________________ Canning Jars Wanted. Reasonable. 412-403-2753. ________________________________________________ Wanted to Buy. Silver Coins. 1964 or older. Will pay 20-times 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. ________________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS: Cars/Trucks Wanted! Running or Not! We Come To You! Any Make/Model. Instant Offer - Call: 1-800-569-0003 ________________________________________________ CASH for sealed, unexpired DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! Free Shipping, Top $, 24hr Payments! Call 1-855-578-7477, espanol 888-4404001 or visit 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 $28/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. 1-DAY PAYMENT. 1-800-371-1136 ________________________________________________ WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1900, KZ900, KZ1000, ZIR, KX1000MKII, A1-250, W1-650, H1-500, H2-750, S1-250, S2-350, S3-400 SUZUKI GS400, GT380, GT750, Honda CB750 (1969,1970) CASH. FREE PICKUP. 1-800-772-1142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com ________________________________________________

FREE! – Upright Piano. Union Township. You haul. For details, call 724-348-7557. ________________________________________________ SAFE STEP TUBS. Enjoy safety, comfort and therapeutic relief from the best walk-in tubs made in the USA. Call 1-888-734-4527 for FREE information and SENIOR DISCOUNTS! ________________________________________________ DirecTV - Over 140 channels only $29.99 a month. Call Now! Triple savings! $636.00 in Savings, Free upgrade to Genie & 2013 NFL Sunday ticket free!! Start saving today! 1-800-352-7157 ________________________________________________ ProFlowers - Send Bouquets for Any Occasion. Birthday,Anniversary or Just Because! Take 20 percent off your order over $29! Go to www.Proflowers.com/Brilliant or call 1-888-718-0394 ________________________________________________

----------- ITEMS WANTED -------WANTED: Land/Lot in the Finleyville/Union/New eagle area for building a house. Prefer utilities present or close by. Please call or text 412552-8409. ________________________________________________ Wanted. Person/s interested in buying collectables and/or antiques.

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Wanted - older cap guns and holsters. I’m retired and looking for a hobby. I collect Western cap guns & spurs, any Roy Rogers, Gene Autry or any other brand, anything old western. Will pay cash. I would appreciate a call at 724-348-8482 or 724-713-0289 ask for Jeff Sr. ________________________________________________ Collecting miscellaneous items for the needy. Call Louise at 724-483-8600. ________________________________________________

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The MON VALLEY MESSENGER is looking to add experienced Advertising 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.

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Garage Sale every Sat-Sun 8 am - 3 pm. 318 Sheppard Ave. North Charleroi, PA 15022. New items each week years of collection. Builders equipment, ladies clothing, men;s clothing, furniture, dishes, glasses, knick-knacks, etc. Anything you might be looking for. ___________________________________________________ If anyone knows where Cynthia Gail Hixson Gibbs Lamphier is or how to get in touch with her, please, have here contact her Aunt Royce Ann Butler at 662-549-5183 or 662-244-3526 (daytime). ___________________________________________________ The Frazier High School Class of 1968 will hold its 45th reunion on Saturday, September 14, 2013. We are having trouble locating several classmates. If you not received your invitation, please contact Randy Stevenson for information at 724-930-7096 or email golfrats@verizon.net. ___________________________________________________ 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. ___________________________________________________ Compulsive Eaters Anonymous - H.O.W. is a free, 12 Step program for people who have a problem controlling their eating.We have meetings every day throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania. For more information, call 412225-1664, e-mail info@ceahow pa.org or visit www.ceahowpa.org. It's simple, free and it works. Please keep coming back no matter what! ___________________________________________________ Feeling older? Men lose the ability to produce testosterone as they age.

Call 888-476-0957 for a FREE trial of Progene- All Natural Testosterone Supplement. ___________________________________________________ HOW IS BUSINESS? Need more customers? Advertise to over 4 million homes and businesses throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region for one price with online and print advertising. Visit www.macnetonline.com 800-4507227. ___________________________________________________ Medical Alert for Seniors - 24/7 monitoring. FREE Equipment. FREE Shipping. Nationwide Service. $29.95/Month CALL Medical Guardian Today 877-827-1331 ___________________________________________________

WANTED: Land/Lot in the Finleyville/Union/New eagle area for building a house. Prefer utilities present or close by. Please call or text 412552-8409. ________________________________________________ Mobile Home for Sale or Rent. Located in mobile home park at 135 Union St., New Eagle. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, propane heat, on 88 transit bus line, in Ringgold School District, maximum 2 inside gentle pets accepted. Rent to own considered w/1st and last months rent down.

Call 724-350-5983.

FOR SALE – INVESTMENT PROPERTY; price reduced, 6 residential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534

------------- PETS ---------Two beautiful dogs free to good home. Buddy is 13, male, and neutered. Ginger is 3, female, and spayed. Both are licensed and have their shots. 724-554-4464. ___________________________________________________ Valley Pet Association needs homes for rescued cats and kittens, various ages and colors. Adoption fee $35 covers spay/neuter, all shots. Call 724-258-8380. ___________________________________________________ Horse Stalls available - private facility in Elizabeth, excellent care, daily cleaning and turn out, large indoor arena, outdoor and miles of trails. Hurry -___________________________________________________ only 2 stalls left. $420/month. 724- 348-8028.

ANGELS FOR ANIMALS. Collecting Aluminum Cans for an on-going fundraiser. (Please no steel, no pie tins, and no aluminum foil.) Also selling Enjoy & Entertainment Books for $25.00 each. For pick up of cans or delivery of books, call Jessie @ 724-941-5737. ________________________________________________

$18/Month Auto Insurance - Instant Quote - Any Credit Type Accepted - Get the Best Rates In Your Area. Call (877) 958-6972 Now ________________________________________________ Available Now 2-4 Bedroom Homes Take Over Payments No Money Down. No Credit Check. 1-888-269-9192 ________________________________________________

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Dog Training: AKC Canine Good Citizen, therapy dog, obedience, puppies, manners, more! Karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678. ________________________________________________ Specialty Lawn Care. Consistency and neatness. Honoring all competitors ads as coupons. Select first first-cut free demos. Chris at 724470-4348 ________________________________________________ Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pickup.

Call: 724-825-7233. ________________________________________________ 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. ________________________________________________ ADT Monitoring Package, FREE Home Security System $850 value! $99 Install Fee! PLUS New Customer Bonus! Call now! 877450-0903 ADT Auth Co 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:

READER ADVISORY: Reader Advisory: the National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the following classifieds.

Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer “employment” but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it’s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in US dollars.

800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.

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