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Vol. 3, Issue 1

AUGUST 2013

‘Trucks, Tractors, & Trolleys’ Event at the Trolley Museum

Charleroi Rotary Club Hosts Students Page 19

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A Bit of Italy Comes to Mon City: Italian Village Pizza Open for Business Page 27

FRE COP E Y!

2013 West Newton Community Festival Slated for September 6 - 8

Monongahela Valley Hospital To Go Tobacco-Free in 2014

The annual West Newton Community Festival will be taking place Friday, September 6 from 5:00-11:00 p.m., Saturday, September 7 from 12:00 - 11:00 p.m., and Sunday, September 8 from 12:00-7:00 p.m. This annual event is a great way to end summer and kick of the fall season. This fun filled weekend has a lot to offer the community with live bands and great food all weekend long. So mark your calendar this is an event that you don't want to miss. We still have some spaces left for food and game booth vendors, non-profit and business booths, and craft, flea market, and trash and treasure tables. Call 724-872-8697 for booth or table space information. Anyone interested in participating in the parade taking place on Saturday at 12:00 Noon can call 412-855-9596.

Monongahela Valley Hospital is joining the movement to better health. Effective January 2, 2014, MVH will become a tobacco-free environment. “It’s the right thing to do,” said Louis J. Panza Jr., the health system’s president and CEO. “The residents of this area look to Monongahela Valley Hospital for guidance, and they trust us to act responsibly in matters related to preventative health care.” The new tobacco-free policy will apply to all patients, visitors, employees, medical staff, volunteers, contractors and students on the hospital’s Carroll Township campus including the parking garage. In addition, the use of tobacco products will be prohibited in all Hospital-owned or leased buildings and outdoor areas as well as vehicles parked on MVH-owned or leased premises. Smoking and tobacco products include but are not limited to: cigarettes, cigars, pipes, electronic cigarettes, chewing tobacco including dip, oral and spitting tobacco, snuff and any other form of smokeless tobacco. Medical and scientific experts have conducted extensive research which indicates that smoking, the inhalation of second-hand smoke and the use of tobacco products are major health threats. As a community leader for health and wellness, MVH has an obligation to provide and promote a safe and healthful environment for everyone who visits its sites. INDEX: Local News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Places To Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 People . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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HEALTHY EATING

SUPERMARKET

TOURS

earn how to choose foods at your local supermarket to

manage a healthier lifestyle. The tours will begin at Healthy Directions in the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Health care professionals from Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology and the Clinical Nutrition Department will conduct the tours.

2013 Supermarket Tour Dates Sept. 19, 3-5 p.m.

Eating for Bone Health; Bone Density Screening

Oct. 10, 2-4 p.m.

Portion Control

Nov. 7, 2-4 p.m.

Holiday Meal Planning

Program is free, but space is limited. Advance registration is required by calling 724-258-1483.

Outdoor Summer Concerts Worthy of More Support Dear Editor, I just attended my third concert at the recently renovated Monongahela Aquatorium and enjoyed myself immensely. However I couldn't get out of my head the question, "where is everyone?" While I am not fond of crowds and waiting in long lines, there was no evidence of these problems at the events and there was certainly ample room for more people to be present. These concerts are most inexpensive and enjoyable outdoor entertainment in the area. I don't know why more people haven't taken part in this local festivity. There is nothing more fun than enjoying the summer weather outdoors listening to music. The price of admission is only $10. Parking is free. There are plenty of vendors to satisfy your hunger or thirst and local merchants attend to provide shopping or souvenirs if desired. The concerts run every Saturday thru the end of August. Please support the efforts of the local businesses. These opportunities may only happen once in a lifetime. Be a part of history in your neighborhood. Vivian Pishok - Carroll Twp

Kudos to the Monongahela Cemetery for a Wonderful Anniversary Celebration Dear Editor, We attended a wonderful musical concert held at the Monongahela Cemetery in honor of their 150th Anniversary on June 28, 2013. Paul Dolinar and his “Too Many Tubas” along with a number of his musical friends from the Community Band performed for a couple hundred people. The musical talent represented spanned several generations. The music was uplifting and lively even considering the venue was a cemetery. The program included a variety of music from show tunes to tributes to our veterans. The band was comprised of several different retired band directors and music teachers from the area as well as young college students majoring in music. Some of the solos included Paul Frederick singing “Beep Beep”, a trio including Dorothy Dolinar, Erika Hubbell and Sylvia Bender sang the “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy”, Laura Bertoni on the alto saxophone played “Harlem Nocturne”, and Dana Robinson with “Joy to the World”. Kudos to the “Too Many Tubas”, the Community Band, Scott Frederick and his committee for putting together this extravaganza of music. With the success of this concert, the committee is already planning next year's celebration. Rod and Lexi Popp Herron - Finleyville

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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. AUGUST 1

LOW COST CAT SPAY & NEUTER CLINIC – at New Eagle VFD Social Hall. $45 includes neuter, rabies and distemper shot and flea treatment. Must have an appointment. Call 724-941-3991. AUGUST 3

BROWNSVILLE COMMUNITY FESTIVAL AND DUCK RACE - 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Vendors will include a variety of local food, children’s entertainment, community organizations, and live performances. Witness BARC’s annual Ducky Race from the Brownsville Bridge in the afternoon (don’t forget to sponsor a duck early at the BARC offices in the Flatiron Building). VICTORY HILL CAR SHOW - at Victory Hill Social Club, 25 Jones Lane,

Monongahela from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Registration fee is $5.00, spectators free. Free dash plaques to first 50 cars and approx. 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.

locally based Rock Band headed by Joe Materkowski has been growing in popularity in the Uniontown and Pittsburgh areas. Abacus Jones plays a variety of rock and pop covers as well as their original music. Listen to Abacus Jones Online and come see them live at Nemacolin Castle from 6 to 8 pm for a special free acoustic show.

AUGUST 4

TOAST TO OUR STARS OF NORTH CHARLEROI GOLF OUTING - at Rolling Green Golf Course in Eighty-Four, PA. The event is a 4-person Blind Scramble with a 1 pm Shotgun Start and the cost to enter is $70 per person. Entry fee includes golf, food and adult beverages during the day and at the turn, catered dinner by Texas Roadhouse and Par 3 skill prizes including a new vehicle provided by Rotolo Motors. For more information, registration and hole sponsorship opportunities, call Alan Nogy at 412-400-4814 or view our website at toasttoourstars.org. MUSIC ON THE MON 4 - Abacus Jones,

AUGUST 5

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. AUGUST 6

MONTHLY MEETING OF THE MID MON-VALLEY SHIPMATES - 7:00 p.m. at the James C. Ford American Legion Home in Carroll Township. The meeting is open to all veterans, retired or active, Navy, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine Sailors and Waves. AUGUST 8

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.

AUGUST 9

BARBECUE BY THE RIB CAGE - Friday, August 9 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Hospital Central Plaza, outdoors. Come enjoy The Rib Cage’s ribs or a pulled pork sandwich. This event is open to the public and take out is available. Sponsored by the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. Proceeds will be used to enhance services for patients and visitors at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724258-1167. AUGUST 11

FUN FEST AT CEDAR CREEK PARK The “August Fun Fest at Cedar Creek Park”, now in its 27th year, will be held on Sunday, August 11 from 11:00 am to dusk. This annual event features over 20 food and refreshment booths, live entertainment, children’s activities, petting zoo, kiddie train rides, carnival amusement rides, flea market, arts and crafts show, bingo, car cruise and more! The Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce (GRC) will operate three refreshment booths, selling coffee and donuts in the morning and soda, water, hot dogs and foot longs throughout the day. Also, the GRC will operate a dunk tank at our promotional booth, so be sure to stop by to dunk a few chamber members. Parking and admission are free for August Fun Fest, ride all day amusement tickets are available for $4. For more information, visit www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks. AUGUST 13

LOW COST CAT SPAY & NEUTER CLINIC – at New Eagle VFD Social Hall. $45 includes neuter, rabies and distemper shot and flea treatment. Must have an appointment. Call 724-941-3991.

THE COUPON CONNECTION - meets 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

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Center. This month’s program will be bullion values of gold and silver. A 50/50 will be offered and kids prizes will be awarded. The general public is invited. For more information, call 724-984-6611.

AUGUST 15

EASY TO BE GREEN RECYCLING EVENT - The MVRCC will hold its 5th Annual “Easy to Be Green” Day on Wednesday, August 14 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Chamber building, One Chamber Plaza, Charleroi. Drop off the following items for recycling: computers, monitors, cell phones, digital cameras, chargers, adapters, microwaves, clothing, eyeglasses, used Books, and paper. The Chamber of Commerce and Green Day participants have the right to refuse items that are not acceptable for recycling. For more info, call 724-483-3507 or visit www.mvrchamber.org. AUGUST 17

CONCERT IN THE PARK - The Laurels, Oldies but Goodies Band will hold a concert at Graham Street Park in North Belle Vernon from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Refreshments and free admission. Come join us for an enjoyable afternoon! PADDLING TRIP - Join the River Town Program, a project of Pennsylvania Environmental Council, for a half-day paddle along the scenic Monongahela River from Brownsville to California. The trip, approximately 4.5 miles, will include educational presentations, as well as a short side trip up Red Stone Creek, a tributary to the Mon. Trip leaders will point out interesting features and provide information on water quality while on the water. Registration is required. Visit www.pecpa.org. For more information, call 412-481-9400 or email lbaxter@pecpa.org.

AUGUST 22 - 25

9TH ANNUAL TRASH AND TREASURE SALE - at Holy Family Church, West Newton: Thursday, August 22 from 6 - 8 pm; Friday, August 23 from 9 am - 6 pm; Saturday, August 24 from 9 am - 2 pm; Sunday, August 25 from 11:30 am - 2 pm. Each day a variety of reasonably priced food will be available. Donations may be dropped off from August 17 - 21 during the hours of 9 am - 4 pm. Any questions can be directed to 724-872-9116 or 724-872-9687 or 724872-6123 or 724-872-7543. AUGUST 24

BELLE VERNON AREA ROTARY 16TH ANNUAL CAR, TRUCK & CYCLE SHOW - at Perryopolis Auto Auction, Route 51 South from 12 to 4 p.m. Entry fee is $10. 10 trophies by Peoples Choice, prizes, dash plaques to the first 100 cars, grilled food and drinks, DJ Ralph Trilli. Proceeds benefit the many Rotary Community Projects. For more information, contact Larry at 412303-3907 or chuy53@comcast.net. RIDE FOR AIDAN - hosted by the Bentleyville Eagle Riders. Aidan is a 5th grader from Bentleyville that has been diagnosed with Ewings Sarcoma bone cancer. Registration from 9 - 10:30 am. Kickstands up at 11:00. Ride will start and end at the Bentleyville Eagles, 395 Hazel St. All ages and vehicles are welcome. $20/rider, $15/passenger. Entertainment, food and games. For more information, contact Morgan at 724-825-2899

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LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND - The Greater Monessen Historical Society will celebrate Founders Day with a Living History Weekend at Monessen City Park on August 17 and 18, 2013. To honor Monessen Founder, Colonel James M. Schoonmaker and the sesquicentennial of the Civil War, re-enactors from the 11th P. V. I Co. K, Inc. and the 11th Pennsylvania Reserve Infantry Co. F. will set up authentic Civil War camps to showcase the living conditions of troops during the war years. There will be food booths, vendors, local authors, displays, photo opportunities and fun for the entire family. The festival will run from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Sunday.

FUNDRAISER EVENT - The Rostraver Public Library, located at 700 Plaza Drive in Belle Vernon, is sponsoring an evening of good food, good conversation, live music and a live auction. The event will be held on Friday, August 23 at The Willow Room. Doors will open at 6:00 pm with a complimentary drink and hors d’oeuvres, buffet dinner at 7:00 pm followed by the live auction conducted by George Hare, Sr. Guests will also enjoy a live musical performance by Jim Sykes. There will also be a Chinese auction and other raffles. Many items have been donated valued from $50 to over $1,000. Tickets for this event are $50 per person and are available at the Rostraver Public Library or by calling 724-379-5511. The proceeds from the event are used to fund the library programs and purchase new equipment, books, and other items for the use of library patrons.

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MON VALLEY COIN CLUB MEETING 2:00 pm at the Charleroi Senior Citizens

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BACK TO SCHOOL BASH - Washington Crown Center invites you to be a part of their 2013 Back to School BASH, being held August 23-24. Friday night, August 23, will kickoff at 7:00 p.m. with a concert by Vanessa Campagna. Saturday, August 24, there will be a Dinosaur Walk for kids at 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 Noon. At 1:00 p.m., a special performance by Sandra Kay Mesler Dance Studio. 2:00 p.m. will be a Fashion Show featuring latest styles from American Eagle, Aeropostale, Hot Topic, DOTS and Access Z. Vendors will be set up throughout the mall on Saturday, August 24. Special vendor prizes including tickets to Washington Wild Things games.

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THE COUPON CONNECTION - meets 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, couponconnectionmv@gmail.com or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/Coupon Connection/

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Kozlowski Family Fundraiser a Success The family of Ethan Kozlowski wishes to extend a sincere thank you to everyone involved in their recent fundraiser. Ethan's spaghetti dinner benefit, was held on May 18 at the Floreffe Firehall in Jefferson Hills to raise money for his continuing struggle with Glutaric Acidemia Type 1. The event was a huge success, serving over 300 dinners. The family is accepting on-going donations, and can be sent to Ethan Kozlowski, PO Box 87, Elrama, PA 15038. Like his page on Facebook for more information "Ethan's Enduring Endeavor With GA-1".

West Newton Farmers Market Underway! The first annual West Newton Farmers Market located at Simeral Square is off and running! The market runs each Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Each week you never know what great items we will be offering for sale so make sure to stop by and check out the vendors. We are also accepting, in addition to produce vendors, artists, jewelry makers, crafters, wood workers, etc. This is a wonderful way to spend your Saturday morning overlooking the Yough river and meeting new people traveling on the trail. This is also a great opportunity to get you product to market. Also calling all gardeners. If you have a small vegetable or flower garden and would like to offer your items to the public and make some extra money, give us a call to reserve a spot. Lastly if you would like to help our volunteers out and spend a fun filled Saturday morning with some great people, give us a call at 724-872-0100.

Become a Child Volunteer and Make a Difference in the Future of a Child Attend a FREE One-Day Workshop to Learn More Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) works on behalf of the best interest of children in the Washington County juvenile dependency system. These trained volunteers speak up for children who have experienced the pain of being torn from their families by circumstances of neglect and/or abuse. The volunteer takes steps to make sure a child has a voice in court and advocates for that child throughout the child welfare system to ensure a safe permanent home as quickly as possible. CASA for Kids is sponsoring a free, one-day, six-hour workshop to learn about the child welfare laws and juvenile dependency system. Learn about the issues surrounding abuse/neglect and the foster-care system. In advocating for an abused or neglected child, you give that child a voice - and a chance for a better life. Learn how you can make a difference in the future of a child on September 6 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at the CCAC site in Washington Crown Center, 1550 West Chestnut St. Call CASA for Kids office phone at 724-228-0414 for registration. A complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided. Upon completion of the workshop each participant will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

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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 724-9723229.

Gift Basket Raffle! Make sure to stop by the library each month to take a chance on our monthly huge gift basket raffle. You never know what might end up in each basket each month. Also take a look at our mini gift baskets offered for sale each month from $4 to $10.00. A great way to help support your locally library.

Mega Book Sale We will also be hosting our annual Mega Book Sale to benefit the library. Come spend some time with us and get some great deals on some gently used books. We are also currently accepting donations for newer gently used books in nice condition to add to this sale. More info will follow with the time and location of the Mega Book Sale in late August.

Multi-Purpose Room space available If you would like to book our multipurpose room please contact the library with your group or contact name and we will reserve the space for you. A great location for a book club, card

party, or even a craft group.

Speakers and Presenters Wanted! We always are looking for speakers to speak on various subjects so if you have a talent or wonderful gift give the library a call. The Friends of the West Newton Library are currently accepting members to this lively group. Also we need volunteers to help us look into expanding our hours to serve the public in a greater capacity. If you fit any of these descriptions, we want you and you will have a ball doing it with us. Please give us a call at 724-972-3229.

Upcoming Fundraisers – Donations Needed! We are accepting donations of vintage or new china, matching cups and saucers to use in an upcoming “Tea Time” fundraiser that we will be hosting in late September. We ask that each piece be in nice condition free from any cracks or chips. Also, our “Jewelry blow out sale” in June was such a huge success and numerous individuals have asked if we were going to do it again, so we will be collecting for our “2014 Mega Jewelry Sale” starting now. We are in need of new, gently used, vintage, costume, and fine jewelry, as well as new and vintage jewelry boxes. So if you have a donation of either china cups and saucers or jewelry please feel free to stop by and drop your donation off at the library.

Shepherd’s Voice Performs at Crest Ave. Apartments in Charleroi Local singing group "Shepherd's Voice" recently performed for the residents at Crest Avenue Apartments in Charleroi. The singers were invited by resident Mary Patrick. The small, but enthusiastic turn-out really enjoyed the quartet. Pictured here(l to r) are members of Shepherd's Voice - Debby Petrosky, Connie Watkins, Linda Yohe, Debbie Harn.

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NEWS FROM THE GREATER MONESSEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY Founder's Day Celebration Activities Planned The Greater Monessen Historical Society (GMHS) will celebrate Founders Day with a Living History Weekend at Monessen City Park on August 17 and 18, 2013. To honor Monessen Founder, Colonel James M. Schoonmaker and the sesquicentennial of the Civil War, re-enactors from the 11th P. V. I Co. K, Inc. and the 11th Pennsylvania Reserve Infantry Co. F. will set up authentic Civil War camps to showcase the living conditions of troops during the war years. There will be food booths, vendors, local authors, displays, photo opportunities and fun for the entire family. The festival will run from 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Saturday and 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. For older children and teens, there will be an overnight camp-out with the Monessen Boy Scout troop. Tom Wilson, Boy Scout Leader, invites young people to learn about the Boy Scouts and participate in a unique Civil War history lesson. See how new army recruits were enlisted and lived in the camps of the Civil War. Participate in camp life and join in various activities. Contact Tom, at 724-797-1185, for reservations and more information. Meet Mrs. Abraham Lincoln and Clara Barton, along with other Civil War personalities, who will be touring the encampment during the

weekend. Free admittance to the park and festival, which is located on Grand Boulevard in the Park Plan area of the city.

Roaring 20's Dinner Dance On September 21, GMHS will host a Roaring Twenties Dinner/ Dance at St. Spyridon’s Greek Orthodox Church hall at 1207 Grand Boulevard, Monessen from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Travel back to the time of Calvin Coolidge and the Charleston. Historic dress welcomed but optional. Tickets are $40 and available at the Monessen Heritage Museum, 505 Donner Avenue or by calling 724-684-8460. Seating is limited. Buffet meal of 1920’s favorites. Live entertainment by the popular group, “Ortner Roberts”. Beer and wine included. There will be games of chance, raffles and drawings.

Heritage Museum The current exhibit at the Heritage Museum showcases Monessen schools. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., or other times by appointment. View photos from the beginning of the School District in 1899 with the construction of the McKinley Elementary School during the time William Henry Donner sat on the first school board down through the years.

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NEWS FROM THE 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 August. For additional information or questions, please call the library at 724239-5122. Seed Lending Library Meeting Bentworth Seed Lending Library will meet at the Bentleyville Public Library Tuesday, August 6 at 5:30 pm. The group will view the video Genetic Roulette - GMO’s – Genetically Modified Food and their effect on our health. Anyone interested is invited to attend the program. For more information, contact the library at 724239-5122. Fine Art Classes The Bentleyville Public Library is offering a Fine Art Series, August 21, 28 and September 4. A three week session of fine art classes taught by Kama Lee, currently teaching drawing and sketch for CCAC non-credit programs. Students will be introduced to various mediums such as ink, pencil and acrylic. They will work on their own art projects under the instructors guidance and critiquing. Prepaid, nonrefundable deposit of $40 is for all three sessions. A supply list may be picked up at the time of registration. Contact the library for more information at 724-239-5122. Book Club The Bentleyville Public Library Book Club will meet at the library Thursday, August 15 at 6:00 pm. The book to be discussed will be “Peony in Love” by Lisa See. Set in 17th Century China, a young woman starves herself to death

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Returning to Their Roots Tener Family Makes a Visit to Charleroi

after falling in love with a man she fears she’ll never be allowed to wed. She comes up with her plan after seeing the Chinese opera “The Peony Pavilion,” which tells a similar tale. To reserve a book contact the library at 724-239-5122. Items Up For Raffle The Bentleyville Public Library is raffling a display ship, anchor, dock and sign for .25 per chance. Would make a great addition to a playroom or for a Pirate theme birthday party. Visit the library to buy a ticket. “Take Off Pounds Sensibly” - TOPS Group Meetings The Bentleyville Public Library is starting a T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) group. The meetings will be held every Tuesday evening at 5:30 pm. The first meeting will be Tuesday, August 20. TOPS is a weight loss support group, yearly dues are $28 with weekly dues of $1. To register, contact the library at 724-239-5122. Kids Science Club The Bentleyville Public Library is registering children ages 7 to 11 for Kids Science Club. The Club will meet Wednesday, August 14 at 6:00 pm. Learn science with fun and exciting experiments. Contact the library to register and for more information at 724-239-5122. Friends of the Library Meeting The Friends of the Bentleyville Public Library will meet at the library Monday, August 26 at 6:30 pm. New members are encouraged to attend. For more information, contact the library at 724-239-5122.

Charleroi Mayor Nancy Ellis supictured with John Tener (left) and Dennis Holmes – Tener family representatives.

The Tener Family recently returned to Charleroi for the Dedication of the Governor John K. Tener Memorial All the Tener relatives with Charleroi Boro representatives Council President Mark Bridge on June 29. Their trip included Alterici and Mayor Nancy Ellis. a visit and tour of the area. A dinner was held at the Elks Club in Charleroi where Governor John K. Tener was a charter member. He lived in Charleroi from 1891 to 1939, even parttime while he was Governor from 1911 to 1915. Family representatives flew in from Boston, San Antonio, Virginia and California. Lock 4’s Tener Bridge Memorial Committee.

The youngest Tener relative who came from California to see what Uncle John Tener once saw.

Tener family relative, Paul Walworth, closest relation to Gov. Tener that came to represent the family – holding the plaque presented to them from the Boro of Charleroi.

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$3,000 in Grants Awarded to “Clicks for Cash” Contest Winners The Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) has announced the results of its recent web-based “Clicks for Cash” contest for charities that have registered to participate in WCCF Gives – its inaugural community-wide day of giving on September 10. Members of the community were encouraged to participate by visiting www.wccfgives.org and clicking on the charity profile pages of their favorite WCCF Gives participants. The WCCF tracked the unique pageviews of each charity’s profile page from June 10-23 to determine a winner. Each unique pageview was counted as a vote for that charity. Receiving more than 400 votes during the contest period, Washington Symphony Orchestra secured the grand prize: a $1,000 unrestricted grant from the Acorn Fund. All other participating charities were entered into a computerized lottery for an opportunity to receive one of four $500 Acorn Fund grants. The charities received one chance in the lottery for each vote they received in the contest. The Brownson House, Old Schoolhouse Players, Children’s School of Washington, and the Literacy Council of Southwestern Pennsylvania were randomly selected as the lottery winners. “With 5,580 votes recorded, the ‘Clicks for Cash’ contest greatly surpassed our expectations,” stated Betsie Trew, WCCF President & CEO. “The primary factor in determining how well our charities will do on September 10 is the public’s awareness of the day of giving opportunity. We want our charities to do well and so we designed the ‘Clicks for Cash’ contest as a dress rehearsal for WCCF Gives, rewarding those charities who took steps to increase the public’s awareness of the opportunity." Qualified 501(c)(3) charities that have not yet registered for WCCF Gives are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible. For complete criteria, please visit www.wccfgives.org.

Belle Vernon Fire Department Garners Classification Upgrade By Kyra Bergman

The Belle Vernon Fire Department announced that their classification has been upgraded. This could mean renters and homeowners insurance decreases for those who live in Belle Vernon. Residents should contact their insurance companies and ask if the Fire Department rating change affects their insurance price.

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‘Trucks, Tractors, & Trolleys’ Event at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum will hold its annual "Trucks, Tractors & Trolleys" event on Sunday, August 25 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Visitors can see dozens of classic tractors, pickup trucks, delivery vehicles, and modern construction and commercial vehicles including a rare 1940 Ford Armored Car from Northwest Savings Bank and a modern Waste Management truck powered by natural gas. Visitors can ride three different trolleys (running every 15 minutes) and tour the Trib Total Media Trolley Display Building, which houses nearly three dozen streetcars, and the Restoration Shop. This is the third year that the museum has teamed with the Washington & Greene County Antique Tractor Association for Trucks, Tractors & Trolleys. The tractors were a popular addition to previous shows. There will also be a World War II encampment with uniformed interpreters and informational exhibits and numerous artifacts. There will be a food and ice cream vendor on site, and visitors can enjoy the picnic area while DJ Fritz plays a variety of music. Families can check out the East Penn Traction Club’s model train display and also take advantage of the children’s play area, which includes face painting, Thomas and Chuggington play tables, and play trolley car 225. The museum welcomes those would like to display a vehicle during the show. Pre-registration is not required and there is no fee, though contributions are welcome. Vehicles should

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arrive before 10am, with the first 50 arrivals receiving a dash plaque. All registrants receive two complimentary tickets and will also be randomly entered to win cash prizes and museum merchandise. The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum opened to the public in 1963 and would like to thank its 50th Anniversary sponsors: Bombardier Transportation, Giant Eagle and Wabtec Corporation. It has grown dramatically over the past 50 years and is staffed mostly by volunteers. Admission rates are $10 adults, $9 seniors (62+), $7 children (3-15) and free for children under 3. Admission includes all exhibits and activities; the Trolley Era introductory film and exhibits; unlimited trolley rides; a tour of the Trib Total Media Trolley Display Building; and the museum store. To reach the Museum, take I-79 to Exit 41 Racetrack Road and follow the blue signs approximately four miles to the Museum. For further information, call 724-228-9256 or visit www.patrolley.org.

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Miniature Golf For a Good Cause! Local Boy Scout Holding Mini Golf Tournament to Support Eagle Badge Project Tyler Wilson is a 15 year old life scout in St. Sebastian’s Boy Scout Troup 1543 from Belle Vernon, PA. He is currently planning his Eagle Scout Project which will be to renovate the playground at Fayette County Children & Youth Services in Uniontown, PA. To help in the funding of this project, he is holding a Mini Golf Tournament at Bill’s Golfland, Route 51, Belle Vernon, on Sunday, August 4, 2013. Registration will begin at 12:30 pm with a shotgun start at 1:00 pm. Cost is $7 a person or $20 for a group of four. There will be prizes and a lot of fun for a good cause. Tyler just finished his freshman year at Belle Vernon Area High School. He is an active member of the BVA golf team and is employed at Martin’s Flowers & Shrubs in Belle Vernon. For further event information and pre-event ticket purchases, please contact Tyler at 724-880-9047 or you can stop in at Bill’s Golfland and sign up.

2013 Brownsville Community Festival and Duck Race

This year's Brownsville Community Festival will be held on Saturday, August 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Vendors will include a variety of local food, children’s entertainment, community organizations, and live performances. Witness BARC’s annual Ducky Race from the Brownsville Bridge in the afternoon (don’t forget to sponsor a duck early at the BARC offices in the Flatiron Building). Whether you’ve lived here your whole life, or you’re visiting for the first time, Brownsville’s Community Festival is fun for the whole family!

Learn Primitive Fire Making at Mingo Creek Park Learn how to make fire the old-fashion way! The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering a “Primitive Fire Making” program at Mingo Creek Park on Wednesday, August 21. The program will be held at Shelter 6 and will begin at 6:30 p.m. Various methods and techniques of fire making will be shared. All participants will have an opportunity to make fire using flint and steel. Pre-registration is required and can be made by calling the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation office at 724-228-6867. There is no fee for this program. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington, PA, off of Route 136.

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Monessen Announces Board Reappointments By Kyra Bergman

Monessen held its monthly City Council meeting on July 17, 2013. During the meeting Mayor Mary Jo Smith announced the following board reappointments: Charles Urbanowicz to the Mon Valley Refuse Authority effective January 1, 2014 for a five year term. Candis Kelley and Madeline Dudas to the Monessen Public Library Board effective January 1, 2014 for three year terms Jean Fisher to the Property Maintenance Board of Review effective January 1, 2014 for a five year term George Shusta to the Zoning Board of Appeal effective retroactively on June 1, 2013 for a three year term Mayor Smith also disclosed that all of the people reappointed were the only applicants for those positions. In other news Council approved the retirement of Stanley T. Marinos, Jr. effective August 1, 2013 from the Streets Department and a request from resident James Vetere was approved for a handicapped spot in front of his home. Councilman Dudas read a letter received by Council from Vicky Rice of the Union Baptist Church expressing their appreciation to the city regarding their participation and support of the church’s Family Day held at City Park. Mayor Smith announced that as of Monday, July 22, 2013 all delinquent garbage bills from 2003 through 2012 will be placed on the Monessen website. Mayor proclaimed Saturday, July 27, 2013, as “The Monessen High School Class of 1963 Day” as requested by Norma Morris, which is current City Clerk Rosalie Nicksich’s graduating class.

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Eat Your Weeds!! Bentworth Seed Lending Library July Seminar

Members of Bentworth Seed Lending Library enjoyed a wonderful evening learning how to eat for free from the weeds in their yards and also enjoying fresh entrees prepared from member's gardens produce.

By Alice Harris

The July 17 Bentworth Seed Lending Library seminar featured "Eat Your Weeds" by instructor Kama Lee. In the possibility that no other food may be available or for on location nutrition anytime, you really can eat the weeds and plants from your yard! In recipes using produce from the garden, Diana Blair made a spectacular "apple" pie using her fresh zucchini, Kama Lee served sumac lemonade, and Autumn Harris prepared a wonderful fresh salsa using her fresh organic garden vegetables, basil pesto pasta with dried tomatoes, and fresh dilled cucumbers. Members also learned how to start harvesting and storing open pollinated seeds for next season, and how to dry garden produce for compact storage.

Kama Lee's instructional display of weeds you can eat.

The Bentworth Seed Lending Library has been a lot of fun for all who have participated. The next seminar will be held on August 6. For additional information or to register, please phone the Bentleyville Public Library at 724-2395122.

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Whiskey Rebellion Festival Held in Washington, PA By Alice Harris

The streets of Washington resounded with music and "gunfire" the weekend of July 11-13 with the celebration of the 2013 Third Annual Whiskey Rebellion Festival. The Festival began with programs on Thursday in conjunction with the Washington Main Street Farmer's Market and a perThe festival featured many displays of early American crafts formance under the stars by and artifacts and reenactors in period clothing. the Washington Symphony Orchestra at 8:00 pm. A "Blues, Brews & BBQ" and bands including Ruby Red, Jill West and the Blues Attack, and the Billy Price Band performed on Friday. The Main Street Community Parade began the celebration on Saturday morning along with reenactments, great food and craft booths, historic displays and community organization booths, a scavenger hunt, tours of the Bradford and LeMoyne Houses, and many other fun activities that concluded with performances by the Panther Hollow String Band, The Weedrags, the SteelDrivers and a great fireworks finale.

Standing ground in front of the David Bradford House, rebel reenactors return warning shots on U.S. troops who came to arrest David Bradford.

In 1794 the U.S. Government under George Washington sent troops to enforce a new tax on whiskey made by farmers on the Appalachian frontier, and to capture David Bradford at his home in Washington. These reenactors came to arrest Bradford who was a prominent figure in the Whiskey Rebellion.

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Benefit Bike Ride in Bentleyville "Ride for Aidan" Set for August 24

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River Town Program to Sponsor Canoe and Kayak Paddling on the Mon River

The Bentleyville Eagle Riders are hosting a bike run on August 24 for Aidan. Aidan, a 5th grader from Bentleyville, was diagnosed on September 21, 2012, with Ewing’s Sarcoma bone cancer. He receives treatment at Children’s Hospital in Pittsburgh including nearly a year of chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Aidan enjoys playing with Lego’s and video games. He loves all things Mario and Nintendo and playing with the family dog, Champ. His favorite school subjects are math and science. Someday, he hopes to become an inventor. He is a wonderful big brother to 5 year old, Dylan. Through his battle with cancer, Aidan has displayed immeasurable amounts of strength and courage. Registration will be from 9:00 - 10:30 am. Kickstands up at 11:00. Ride will start and end at the Bentleyville FOE 1809, located at 395 Hazel Street. All ages and vehicles are welcome. $20/rider, $15/passenger. Entertainment, food and games. For more information, contact Morgan at 724-825-2899

Back to School BASH at Washington Crown Center Washington Crown Center invites you to be a part of their 2013 Back to School BASH, being held August 23-24. Friday night, August 23, will kickoff at 7:00 p.m. with a concert by Vanessa Campagna. Saturday, August 24, there will be a Dinosaur Walk for kids at 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 Noon. At 1:00 p.m., a special performance by Sandra Kay Mesler Dance Studio. 2:00 p.m. will be a Fashion Show featuring latest styles from American Eagle, Aeropostale, Hot Topic, DOTS and Access Z. Vendors will be set up throughout the mall on Saturday, August 24. Special vendor prizes including tickets to Washington Wild Things games.

The River Town Program is organizing a canoe and kayak paddling trip on the Mon River from Charleroi to Monongahela with a lunch stop midway on September 7, 2013. This will be the final trip of the 2013 River of the Year Paddling Series. Participants can bring their own equipment or rent from our partner, Wilderness Voyageurs. Participants will be provided lunch, shuttle transportation, and educational programming. More details will be posted as they come available at http://www.pecpa.org/ under ‘Events.’ Online registration will open August 9 and will close a few days before the event or when it reaches capacity.

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5th Annual “Easy to Be Green” Day Scheduled for August 15 Television Sets No Longer Accepted The MVRCC will hold its 5th Annual “Easy to Be Green” Day on Wednesday, August 14 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Chamber building, One Chamber Plaza, Charleroi. The following items will be collected: • Electronics—computers, monitors, cell phones, digital cameras, chargers, adapters, microwaves, old radios etc. by Goodwill Industries of Southwestern PA. As of July 9, Goodwill announced that it can no longer accept television sets. The Chamber has no outlet to recycle or dispose of televisions so they will not be accepted under any circumstances. Any publicity about the Green Day event that has stated otherwise is now retracted. Businesses wishing to dispose of a large number of computers can call Goodwill for a pick up - the Chamber has all the info! • Clothing - used clothing will be accepted by Goodwill Industries of Southwestern PA • Eyeglasses - used eyewear will be refit for people in need. (Charleroi Lions Club) • Used Books - collected for JK Tener Library in Charleroi for their “book store” or on the free shelf. • Paper - available on “Green” day and every day The Chamber of Commerce and Green Day participants have the right to refuse items that are not acceptable for recycling. For more info, call 724-4833507 or visit www.mvrchamber.org.

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Fredericktown Area Public Library Fundraiser A limited edition oil on canvas, “The Miner”, has been donated to the Fredericktown Area Public Library by the artist, Mary Elaine Lozosky, to be used as a fundraiser. The original oil of “The Miner” was awarded first place in the portrait category in the 2009 Valley Art Club Juried Show. The library is selling tickets for $5 for three(3) numbers that play on the PA Lottery November 11, 2013, 7:00 p.m. drawing. Tickets are available at the library and all proceeds benefit the library. The Fredericktown Area Public Library is located at 38 Water Street, Fredericktown, Pa inside the Municipal building. For additional information or questions, please call the library at 724-377-0017.

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UPCOMING PROGRAMS AT MONONGAHELA AREA LIBRARY The Monongahela Area Library, located at 813 West main Street in Monongahela will be offering the following programs during the month of August. For questions or additional information, please contact the library at 724-258-5409.

All beginning Kindergartners in the area are welcome to come to the program, not just those in the Ringgold School District, but registration is requested by calling the library in advance at 724-258-5409.

Mon Valley Native Returns for Storytime at the Library

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August Children's Storytime Helps Prep for Kindergarten The Monongahela Area Library will host three children’s Storytime programs during the month of August aimed at getting children excited about starting Kindergarten. Each week the Storytime will be geared at skills and knowledge the children will be using in Kindergarten, as well as books from the suggested Ringgold reading list. The program starts on Wednesday, August 7 at 11 a.m. with “Letters,” followed on the succeeding weeks by “Numbers and Colors” and “Shapes and Rhymes.” It will conclude with a special Kick of Kindergarten party including special guests to entertain the children.

Streetcar Stories of Washington County Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Announces the Opening of New Exhibit

The library is currently running a “Use Your Library” raffle for children up to and including age 14. Those who attend a program or Quest Club, or borrow books receive a chance to win prizes including passes to the Valley Skate Center or the Carnegie Science Center.

"Percy Fest" to Celebrate Percy Jackson Books

"Farmer Jenise," former Monessen Public Library children's librarian who now resides in New Jersey, paid a visit to the Monongahela Area Library Storytime to read books about growing fruits and vegetables and hard working farmers. Summer Preschool Storytime has ended in Monongahela, but the library is accepting registration for Fall Storytime set to begin September 11.

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The Monongahela Area Library will be hosting an afternoon of Rick Riordan-inspired activities called “Percy Fest.” Tuesday, August 6 at 1:00 p.m. the library will welcome young enthusiasts of the Percy Jackson titles for an afternoon of pizza, crafts inspired by the cultures in author Riordan’s books, as well as some games, trivia challenges, and fan fun. The grand door prize for the day of fun filled activities will be a pair of tickets to a showing of “Sea of Monsters,” the new Percy Jackson film set to open August 7, 2013. Although a variety of craft activities will be offered, the creation of a “Camp Half-Blood” T-shirt requires that attendees register in advance by calling the library at 724-258-5409. The event is intended for those 11 years of age and older.

Book Bites Book Club The Book Bites Book Club for adults will meet the third Thursday, August 15, at 1 p.m. to discuss “The Salaryman’s Wife” by Sujata Massey, a mystery involving an English language teacher in Japan. New members are welcome.

1710 North Bound on McKean Ave. at 5th Charleroi, PA. (PHOTO CREDIT: EDWARD S. MILLER, MILLER LIBRARY, PENNSYLVANIA TROLLEY MUSEUM.)

The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum (PTM) is pleased to announce the opening of its new exhibit: “Streetcar Stories of Washington County” on Friday August 30, 2013, recognizing 60 years since the interurban ran in Washington County. This exhibit features not only large display panels, showcasing individuals’ lives during the interurban trolley car era through documentaries that capture stories in their own words. Lynne Thompson, the Museum’s Educator and Volunteer Coordinator, said of the exhibit: “Visitors will be able to get a real sense of what the time period was like, through the stories of those who experienced the interurban streetcars in Washington County. The exhibit is multi-faceted so that visitors can have a diverse sensory experience with the inclusion of the digital documentaries created by the students of the Douglas Education Center in Monessen. Folks can complete their visit by actually riding a vintage trolley.” This educational living history experience captures the museum’s mission, and embraces our motto, “It’s more than a ride, it’s an experience!” Join us in celebrating the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 50th year

open to the public and 60 years anniversary of the end of the interurban lines to Washington County through this new exciting exhibit. During the interurban era of Washington County, the first half of the 20th Century, trolleys were not just a mode of transportation for people. While it’s true people took the trolley to work, play, shopping and school; through the stories we have gathered we learned that people had very memorial experiences during their rides. There is more than one love story connect with a streetcar ride. In addition, there will also be regular tours of the museum. Admission is $9 adults, $8 seniors (62+), $6 children (315) and free for kids under 3. Admission includes the Trolley Era introductory film and exhibits; unlimited scenic trolley rides; a tour of the Trib Total Media Trolley Display Building which houses nearly three dozen streetcars; picnic area and a museum store. To reach the Museum, take I-79 to Exit 41 Racetrack Road and follow the blue signs approximately four miles to the Museum. For further information, call 724-228-9256 or visit www.patrolley.org.

Friends of the Library Meeting The Friends of the Library will meet on Thursday, August 22 at 6 p.m. to discuss fall fundraising programs.

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Annual Human Rights Banquet in Donora - September 21 The Mon Valley NAACP Branch 2274 is holding its Annual Human Rights Banquet on September 21, 2013 at the Donora Borough Social Hall. The Theme this year is "Building Leadership; leadership is not a title; it's an ACTION!" Guest speaker is U.S. District Court Judge Reggie Walton, a native of Donora, and the emcee will be Tim Stevens, past president of the Pittsburgh NAACP and founder of B-PEP. Doors will open at 4:00 p.m. with dinner at 5:00 p.m. Performances by Live jazz duo, It takes Two and the August Wilson Dance Ensemble will entertain the guests. Post banquet celebration from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 .idnight with the House of Soul band. Cash bar and appetizers will be available. Tickets are $45.00 in advance, no tickets will be sold at the door and seating is limited. For tickets and menu selection, please call 724-6848545 or email monvalleynaacp@verizon.net.

MV Cultural Trust Seeks Support From Charleroi Borough Coyle Theatre a Centerpiece of Proposed Cultural and Entertainment District By Christina Walko

Barry Cassidy, who was hired in February as a Special Consultant to the Board of the Mon Valley Cultural Trust, addressed the Charleroi Borough Council on July 11. Cassidy discussed a plan for a Charleroi Arts and Entertainment Economic Development and Repositioning Strategy. Specifically, Cassidy, who will be meeting shortly with Borough Manager Donn Henderson and Mon Valley Progress Council’s Joe Kirk, asked council to consider allowing the Borough to be a conduit for a $500,000 grant for the now inoperable Coyle theatre, which closed in 1999. In Cassidy’s plan, the Coyle would be used as an anchor to implement an arts occupancy based real estate strategy to help fill the 25% vacant commercial properties between 2nd and 7th Streets along McKean and Fallowfield Avenues. Cassidy says much of the real estate in the downtown area is undervalued with high vacancy, making it attractive to artists. It is also an enterprise zone, which would give possibly up to 65% tax credits when the property is bought for commercial use and restoration. Cassidy would like to increase foot traffic in the downtown and promote it as an area artists would want to reside in. He says that in many cases the buildings are in need of comprehensive rehabilitation efforts and that many of the upper apartments have not been rented in years and may present code issues that will need to be resolved before the units can be occupied. The Borough is currently promoting recreation and entertainment, especially in the area of the Market House and parks. Cassidy would like to have films and occasional concerts at the Coyle, thereby increasing nighttime foot traffic to supplement the already strong daytime lunch foot traffic and add vibrancy to the retail and restaurant business downtown. Council President Mark Alterici invited Barry Cassidy to attend the council’s agenda meeting on August 1 to discuss the plan before council considers it at the August 7 meeting.

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Western Pennsylvania Trolley Meet Set for August 24 at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum will hold a new event on Saturday, August 24 called the "Western Pennsylvania Trolley Meet" from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featured will be special trolley operations (Pittsburgh trolleys in the morning, Philadelphia trolleys in the afternoon), operating trolley layouts from the East Penn Traction Club among others will be on display and dealers will be selling model trolley items. Visitors can ride different trolleys (running every 15 minutes) and tour the Trib Total Media Trolley 4145 inbound from Fairgrounds. Display Building, which houses nearly (PHOTO CREDIT: FRED SCHNEIDER III.) three dozen streetcars, and the Restoration Shop. At 3:00 p.m. there will be a special presentation by PTM archivist Ed Lybarger called “83 Years of West Penn Railways.” There will also be a special “night photo session” at 7:30 ($25 extra charge, limited advance tickets are available on-line at patrolley.org). There will be a food and ice cream vendor on site, and visitors can enjoy the picnic area. For more information, contact Bill Belleno at 724-228-9256 or vsm@patrolley.org. Admission rates are $10 adults, $9 seniors (62+), $7 children (3-15) and free for kids under 3. Admission includes all exhibits and activities; the Trolley Era introductory film and exhibits; unlimited scenic trolley rides; a tour of the Trib Total Media Trolley Display Building; and the museum store. To reach the Museum, take I-79 to Exit 41 Racetrack Road and follow the blue signs approximately four miles to the Museum. For further information call 724228-9256 or visit www.patrolley.org.

The Crew Missions Lending a Helping Hand to Homeowners in Need Give Back in 2013 to your local community, by helping homeowners, families, single families who need your help. The Crew Missions is a faith-based non-profit, volunteer program that helps homeowners with small projects in or around their home in the Pittsburgh area. Volunteers help homeowners with small projects such as painting, yard cleanup, weeding, trimming hedges, planting flowers, creating flower beds, light house cleaning or other small requested projects by the homeowner. Workdays are once a month on a Saturday from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Areas of service include, but are not limited to the Pittsburgh and Mon Valley Areas. For the complete workday information please visit the website at www.crewmissions.org. You can make a difference in a big or small way. Volunteer your time, efforts and abilities to serve with The Crew Missions. Call Judi 412-708-7328 or email info@crewmissions.org for more information.

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Charleroi Rotary Club Hosts Students Over the several weeks, Rotarians in the Charleroi Rotary Club have hosted students from the Charleroi Area School District and students from Canada and France. The students provided information regarding their backgrounds and their connections to Rotary International. On Wednesday, June 26, Natalie Baker and her mother Patty Baker were guests at the weekly meeting. Natalie had previously been a "Student of the Month" and was awarded the Charleroi Rotary Club's scholarship upon her graduation from Charleroi High School. During the Charleroi Rotary President Steve Arnowitz meeting a check was presented to her by presents a check to Natalie Baker, Charleroi Rotary 2013 Scholarship recipient. President Steven Arnowitz. Natalie will attend the University of Pittsburgh. She thanked the members for awarding the scholarship and noted that it would be very helpful as she begins her collegiate career. On Wednesday, July 10, four students attended the meeting to speak about Rotary's foreign exchange student program. Accompanied by Donna Vesely were Sophie Heon, Guillaume Dumont, Sophia Uribe, and Adam Trussa. Sophie Heon is from Quebec, Canada. She is currently staying with Sophia Uribe who is a student at Charleroi High School. When her visit concludes, Miss Heon will return to Quebec. Miss Uribe is making plans for a future exchange visit. Guillaume Dumont is from Grenoble, France and is staying with Adam Trussa. When his visit concludes, Mr. Dumont will return to France. Mr. Trussa who is a recent graduate from Charleroi will join him for a visit in August. The four students are part of the Rotary Foundation's Short Term exchange program which enables students to visit for periods of up to a month with a host family. While staying in the Charleroi Area the students have visited local and regional points of interest, attended the fireworks presentation in Pittsburgh, and are hoping to visit New York City before they return to their home countries. President Arnowitz and the members in attendance enjoyed meeting the students and wished them well during their visit. The Charleroi Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at the Back Porch restaurant in Lower Speers. Meeting begin at Noon and are held in the Side Door meeting rooms. New members are welcome. For more information, contact Steve Arnowitz at 412-389-2096 or John Helfenstein at 724-494-3195.

Charleroi Rotary President Steve Arnowitz welcomes student exchange participants Sophie Heon, Guillaume Dumont, Sophia Uribe and Adam Trussa.

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NEWS FROM THE DONORA HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND SMOG MUSEUM The Donora Historical Society and Smog Museum has had an active summer. We recently hosted “Try Again Homes” from Washington, PA in June for a tour of the museum along with a scavenger hunt for six children and their chaperones. Try Again Homes is a private, non-profit corporation committed to providing safe nurturing places for children in need and dedicated to the growth, development, and empowerment of individuals and families for healthier communities through adoption and foster care programs.

Donora Smog Featured on National Cable Network The Weather Channel’s series “Weather That Changed The World” featured Donora’s 1948 Smog on Sunday, June 16th. The show is repeating as Episode #3 of a nine part series and is titled “Pennsylvania’s Fatal Smog” and usually shows around 9:00 p.m. The show lasts 30 minutes and was filmed by Pioneer Productions from London, England who visited Donora for 3 days last November and features interviews by current and former Donorans. Consult www.weather.com for the show’s listings and more information about the series.

Donora Artifacts and Memorabilia Wanted One of the goals at the historical society is to keep Donora related artifacts in Donora and preserve them accordingly. Artifacts can be old photos, steel mill related mementos, school related mementos, professional uniforms related to the armed services, fire and police departments, sports equipment, family genealogies, home movies, paper objects, etc., providing they have a relationship to Donora. Because the Society is a non-profit organization, we are not

in a position to purchase artifacts at this time. If you decide to entrust the Society with the safe-keeping of your family’s treasures, we ask that you briefly write down a few notes of the “what, where, and when” of the artifact. If you are physically unable to hand deliver your objects, we would be more than happy to set up appointments at the museum. Larger artifacts that may be too awkward to deliver can also be picked up by one of our historians.. If you feel like you can’t part with your artifacts at this time because of sentimental reasons, we hope that you will keep us in mind in the future and you can rest assured that your family treasures will be well kept for future generations to enjoy. To that end, some of the newly acquired artifacts that we received are: four gold-colored pipe organ pipes from St. Dominic’s Roman Catholic Church.the largest being 9.5 feet tall; a nearly 100 year old antique mangle iron that was used at the Irondale Hotel that was once located just across the street from where our museum sits today; and, an incredible collection of scrapbooks from legendary Donora football coach Jimmy Russell that date back to 1930, that contain personal mementoes and pictures from his coaching days. The Donora Historical Society and Smog Museum is located at the intersection of Sixth and McKean in the heart of Donora, and is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or by appointment. If you have additional questions about the subjects mentioned above, the society, museum, meetings or possibly volunteering, feel free to stop by or send us an e-mail to DonoraHistoricalSociety@gmail.com or by calling 724-823-0364 and leave a message. Or visit us on the web at www.DonoraHistoricalSociety.org.

Monessen Public Library New Hours There are new hours at the Monessen Public Library & Cultural Center. The hours of operation are Monday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The library will be closed on Fridays and Sundays.

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Monongahela Valley Hospital and Parent Organization Reelect Boards

Pictured (l-r) R. Carlyn Belczyk, Jeff M. Kotula and John D. Fry.

Monongahela Valley Hospital (MVH) and its parent organization, Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. (MVHR) has reelected their boards which are comprised of some of the area’s most respected business, medical and community leaders. John D. Fry, of McMurray, president and owner of Procurement Specialty Group, Inc., has been reelected chairman of the Board of Directors of MonVale Health Resources, Inc. and chairman of the Board of Trustees Monongahela Valley Hospital, Inc. This marks Mr. Fry’s fourth term as the leader of the boards. In addition, R. Carlyn Belczyk, of Monessen, was reelected vice chairman and Jeff M. Kotula, of Washington, Pa., was reelected secretary of both boards. These officers also will be serving their

fourth terms which begin on July 1. In addition to the election of officers, 12 directors were reelected to the MVHR board for three- year terms including: Patrick Ballon, of Brownsville; Richard A. Barcelona, of Canonsburg; Bradley M. Bassi, of Charleroi; R. Carlyn Belczyk; Andrew G. Bury, of Roscoe; Carl Crawley Jr., of New Eagle; Carol Doman, of Belle Vernon; Henry R. Glaneman, of EightyFour; William D. Hope Jr., V.M.D., of West Newton; Ronald L. Lombard, D.Ed., of Perryopolis; Anthony M. Lombardi, of Charleroi; and Charles E. Stacey, Ph.D., of Donora. Those reelected to Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Board of Trustees for three-year terms include R. Carlyn Belczyk, Richard A. Barcelona, Bradley M. Bassi and Carl Crawley Jr.

Monongahela Farmers Market Going Strong Monongahela's Farmers Market is going strong. The farmers are bringing great tomatoes, corn, beans and lots of other types of home grown vegetables. Our vendors are doing great with the sales of gyros, scones, kettle korn, wines, jams and gelato. The Art in the Park only has two more Fridays to sell their crafts - August 2 and September 6 - so make sure you stop by on those days. Once again, thank you to the sponsors and the community for supporting such a great venue for home grown products and goodies.

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Let's Talk Real Estate by ROGER DOLANCH Broker/Owner

Why Flood Insurance? Homeowner's insurance is an important thing for any homeowner to have. It covers your home and belongings if they are destroyed by disasters such as tornados or fires, but covers nothing in the case of a flood. Flood insurance is provided by the government through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). It can be purchased from your homeowner's insurance agent, but it is completely separate from your homeowner's policy. Flood insurance is relatively inexpensive, so if you live near a small stream, lake or one of our major rivers it is well worth considering.

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Property located in low flood-prone areas may be able to get a lower premium on their flood insurance. Even if you're not near a body of water, flooding is possible from melting snow or water running downhill. If you might possibly be at risk for these occurrences, you may want to consider flood insurance as well. A little know fact is that about 25% of all flood insurance claims are located outside of a high-risk flood area. Flood insurance may cover the replacement value of your home and the cash value of your belongings. There is a limit to how much they will pay on both. To compensate, some specialized insurance companies sell excess flood insurance. It picks up where federal flood insurance leaves off, covering the remainder of replacement value on your house and cash value of your personal property. Often people in flood-prone areas do not purchase flood insurance because the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers assistance after floods in those areas. However, FEMA can only provide assistance in areas that have been declared federal disaster areas. If the President does not make this declaration, those without insurance have no assistance in rebuilding. When buying a home, flood insurance is usual-

ly required by your lender when the property being purchased is located in a “Flood Zone” according to FEMA’s maps. As a matter of fact, if you are buying a home with a federally backed mortgage in an area with a high flood risk, the law actually requires you to have flood insurance. Whether it is required or not, flood insurance can give you the security of knowing that your damages are covered in the case of a flood. The government maintains two relevant websites for you to conduct your own research to learn more. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) website is www.fema.com and the NFIP website ishttp://www.floodsmart.gov.

Finleyville 724-348-7470 Belle Vernon 724-929-2180 McMurray 724-941-8680

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9th Annual Trash and Treasure Sale The Confraternity of Christian Mothers will be holding their 9th Annual Trash and Treasure Sale at Holy Family Church, in West Newton August 22 - 25. The times for the event are as follows: Thursday, August 22 from 6 - 8 pm; Friday, August 23 from 9 am - 6 pm; Saturday, August 24 from 9 am - 2 pm; Sunday, August 25 from 11:30 am - 2 pm. Each day a variety of reasonably priced food will be available. Donations may be dropped off from August 17 - 21 during the hours of 9 am - 4 pm. Any questions can be directed to any of the following phone numbers: 724-872-9116 or 724-872-9687 or 724-872-6123 or 724-872-7543.

Bentleyville Lioness Club Awards Scholarships The Bentleyville Lioness Club recently awarded two scholarships to local high school students. The recipients were Abby Marodi (pictured at left) and Jeannie Choi (right), both Bentworth Senior High graduates.

August Fun Fest at Cedar Creek Park! The “August Fun Fest at Cedar Creek Park”, now in its 27th year, will be held on Sunday, August 11 from 11:00 am to dusk. This annual event features over 20 food and refreshment booths, live entertainment, children’s activities, petting zoo, kiddie train rides, carnival amusement rides, flea market, arts and crafts show, bingo, car cruise and more! The Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce (GRC) will operate three refreshment booths, selling coffee and donuts in the morning and soda, water, hot dogs and foot longs throughout the day. Also, the GRC will operate a dunk tank at our promotional booth, so be sure to stop by to dunk a few chamber members. Parking and admission are free for August Fun Fest, ride all day amusement tickets are available for $4. The event is sponsored by Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation, co-sponsored by Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners, West Penn Power, Road Kings Car Club, The Valley Independent and the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks.

Save the Date! Fall Flea Market Scheduled at the Valley Inn Fire Department The Valley Inn Ladies Auxiliary proudly presents the 2013 Fall Flea Market on Saturday, September 21 from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Valley Inn Fire Department, Rt. 136, 810 Dry Run Rd., Monongahela. We are currently accepting vendor space reservations. Flea Market outside spaces are $15 for an 8-ft table or 2 for $25. For information and reservations for tables, please call Jennifer at 724-986-1082 or email valleyinnaux@yahoo.com. Food, drinks and baked goods also available for sale. Rain or shine.

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MACC says "Thanks" to their 2013 Fourth of July Donors and Sponsors The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce and Trib Total Media would like the thank the following list of sponsors for the Fourth of July Celebration. Aquatorium Innovations, Inc. Ashcraft Storage Bartman, Inc. Bartolotta Big G Tire Biscotti by Brenda Borough of New Eagle Bottino Financial Inc. Bulko, Mary Ann C.J.'s Furniture Cambros Carroll Township Carroll Township American Lgn Chapman Charleroi Federal Savings City of Monongahela Community Eye Care Consol Energy Cox Market Delattre Corp. Dettores Pizza Dierken's Pharmacy Dr. Randall Rodriguez First Niagara Bank FIT Optimized Solutions Frye Funeral Home

Frye Restoration Grilli's Studio Handyman Matters Hey Andy Sports Bar Hoot Owls Irey, Faye James Haines,Attorney Joe Fida's Auto Service Lenzi Service Station Lenzi's Restaurant Merico Lignelli Mon Valley Urology Monongahela Animal Hospital Monongahela Valley Hospital MV Community Federal Credit New Eagle VFD One Hour Heating and Cooling Ripepi Winery Rupp & Fiore Senator Solobay Sensory Devices Slagle Roofing Slovak American Span & Taylor Telegraphis Landscaping The Medicine Shoppe The Medicine Shoppe Therm-O-Rock Triple B Farm Valley Inn VFD Vintage Valley

Rostraver Public Library Sponsoring Fundraising Event Food, Music, Auction, Raffles, and More! The Rostraver Public Library, located at 700 Plaza Drive in Belle Vernon, is sponsoring an evening of good food, good conversation, live music and a live auction. The event will be held on Friday, August 23 at The Willow Room. Doors will open at 6:00 pm with a complimentary drink and hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinner at 7:00 pm followed by the live auction conducted by George Hare, Sr. Guests will also enjoy a live musical performance by Jim Sykes. There will also be a Chinese auction and other raffles. Many items have been donated valued from $50 to over $1,000. Tickets for this event are $50 per person and are available at the Rostraver Public Library or by calling 724-379-5511. The proceeds from the event are used to fund the library programs and purchase new equipment, books, and other items for the use of library patrons.

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Bentleyville Holds Annual Fireworks Festival

WSO Receives Heinz Grant To Support Season Opening Concert The Washington Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce receipt of a $7,000 grant from The Heinz Endowments’ Small Arts Initiative to assist with the production of its October 12th concert – “Space – The Final Frontier.” Grants from The Heinz Endowments’ Small Arts Initiative are designed to further the development of small, professional arts’ organizations by providing support for specific projects or other artistic opportunities. WSO President Mary C. Courtney said, “The WSO board is honored to be awarded our third grant from the Heinz Endowments’ Small Arts Initiative. Heinz’s financial support allows us to push our artistic boundaries. The October performance will combine great classical music and modern familiar selections that engage the audience in the theme of space exploration. We’ll even have a commissioned piece played to International Space Station footage and a selection accompanied by a soloist playing the electronic theremin." The Heinz Endowments supports efforts to make southwestern Pennsylvania a premier place to live and work, a center for learning and educational excellence, and a region that embraces diversity and inclusion. Tickets for the WSO’s October 12th “Space – The Final Frontier” performance at Trinity High School at 8:00 p.m. are available on-line at www.washsym.org or by calling 724-223-9796.

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Christine Herko and daughters, Shirena, Alexandria, and Makayla, had a great time getting their faces painted.

This young fellow really enjoyed keeping cool in the spray of the mist machine.

By Alice Harris

n Board and Bentleyville Borough celebrated its annual 'Stars and Stripes in the Park' at Richardson Park on Saturday July 6, 2013. Many fun family oriented activities, food and craft vendors, concessions, a Little Miss Firecracker Pageant, music, pony rides, and a petting zoo made for a very enjoyable afternoon. The day ended with a spectacular fireworks display at dusk filling the skies over Bentleyville.

Great sounds by the band Hard Knoxx resounded all over Richardson Park.

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Services Provided for Victims of Domestic Violence Domestic violence is a crime. Ignore it, and it will continue to take its toll, one life at a time. There is help available. Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA offers safe shelter and support services for victims and their children who are forced to flee their homes because of domestic violence. Our individual empowerment counseling provides one-on-one counseling, information and referrals, and advocacy (general & legal). All services are free and confidential. To find out more, call 724-223-9190 in Washington County, 724-852-2463 in Greene County, 724-439-9500 in Fayette County, or 1-800-791-4000. Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA is looking for individuals, businesses, schools, churches, and agencies to participate in our Purple Ribbon Tree Campaign. During October, we ask people in the community to decorate small trees and shrubs with purple ribbons and larger trees with big bows in order to help raise awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. If you are interested in decorating a tree or would like to find out other ways you can help, please call 724-223-5477 in Washington County, 724-852-2373 in Greene County, or 724-437-2530 in Fayette County. Please help us bring awareness to domestic violence so that we may help prevent more victims from suffering abuse. Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA has school programs that are available from pre-school through college. All programs are available at no cost, can be tailored to meet your specific needs, and are presented in an age appropriate fashion. For more information, please contact our Education and Training Department at the numbers listed above.

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More than 1,200 Participate in Annual “Run for Alex” Event in Bentleyville

Runners take off from the starting line at the ninth annual Run For Alex event in Bentleyville

By Alice Harris

The ninth annual “Run for Alex” race and walk was held in Bentleyville on the morning of June 1, 2013. A total of 1,228 participants competed in the 5k, 2k, and one mile walk divisions. Run for Alex celebrates the life of Bentworth High School student Alexzandra Loos who was killed at the age of 15 by a speeding car as she walked home from soccer practice in August 2004. Monies raised from entries fund scholarships for local students and numerous other philanthropic endeavors. For more information on Run for Alex and the From Alex with Love Foundation, please visit their website at www.fromalexwithlove.com

Images From the Opening Ceremonies for the New J.K. Tener Bridge

Dr. Martin Dudas of Monessen listens to one of the speakers during the re-opening of the bridge

Former State Senator Barry Stout and Josie Pelzer, Rotolo Motors and Bridge Celebration Committee were on hand at the opening ceremonies.the speakers during the re-opening of the bridge

Scenes from J.K.Tener Bridge opening on June 29, 2013 (PHOTOS BY DEB KEEFER)

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Local People News Christie Cyktor Rides to Success at Collegiate Commencement More than 300 students smiled as they walked on stage May 11 at Saint Vincent College’s 167th annual commencement ceremony to receive their diplomas. But no one had a bigger smile than Christie Cyktor, a senior biochemistry major from West Newton, who actually didn't walk at all. Cyktor, who has been physically challenged with Arthrogryposis, a condition which has severely weakened her joints and muscles since she was born, has smiled through that affliction all of her young life and just about any other challenge fate has thrown at her during the past four years. An electric wheelchair is her shining carriage that zips her quickly around campus. On graduation day, she rode it up to the elevated stage via a specially constructed ramp accompanied by the enthusiastic cheers and applause of her family and friends. She said her hope is that her success will be seen as a tribute to her late parents. “My older sister, Kari, my brother, Josh, my twin sister, Jennifer, and my brother-in-law, Anthony, will all be there to share the day with me,” she said. Her mother, Lori, died of cancer just two weeks before her sophomore year and her father, Jeff, died of a heart attack a year later. Inspired by the loss of her mother, Cyktor started a chapter of Colleges Against Cancer on the Saint Vincent campus to raise funds to fight cancer. “I like to think that I got her fighting spirit and I try to carry that on all the time,” Cyktor said. “My roommate, Caitlin Sawyer, and I started the group to do a Relay for Life on campus,” she explained. “We have raised nearly $40,000 to date. I am sad to let it go

but happy that it will continue in future years.” She was anxious to graduate so she can begin preparing for her next challenge – pursuing graduate study toward a master’s degree in forensic science at West Virginia University. She celebrated her acceptance to the competitive program when she received a letter of acceptance on April 17. “I have been interested in a career in forensic science since I was in high school,” she related. “I decided to study biochemistry at Saint Vincent because I think it is fascinating to analyze hair, blood and DNA to provide evidence to solve crimes.” Cyktor’s high school chemistry teacher, Dana Newlin, a 2000 graduate of Saint Vincent College, encouraged her to consider studying at the Boyer School of Natural Sciences at Saint Vincent. When she visited campus, she met Dr. Bruce Bethke and Dr. Matthew Fisher and sat in on a couple chemistry classes including one taught by Dr. Jason Vohs. When the class was over, she asked for directions back to the admission office. “He personally walked me back and talked about my interest in chemistry. I immediately felt comfortable and knew that I could count on everyone to work with me. Other students have been very helpful and supportive. It has worked out very well,” she said. As a biochemistry major, Cyktor spent most of her time at classes and laboratories in the Sis and Herman Dupré Science Pavilion. “Even though construction was underway during the past several years, I didn’t let a little mud, muck or rock slow me down. Saint Vincent has been great about making sure that I have a normal college experience.”

Local Student to Intern at the Mon Valley Regional Chamber Corey Greenwood, a student from Slippery Rock University, will be interning at the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce in Charleroi this summer. He will be helping to coordinate and take lead of various special events, programs and communications. Corey is fulfilling the final requirement for his Communications: Public Relations degree from Slippery Rock University and will complete his Chamber internship in August. All students taking a Bachelor of Science in Communications are required by the department to complete at least 120 hours at an approved internship site. Corey will graduate from Slippery Rock University in December of this year, and will pursue a career in the public relations field.

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Business & Merchant News MVRCC Awards Event Set for September 12 The Mon Valley Regional Chamber will honor its finest at Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Anthony Lombardi Education Conference Center on Thursday, September 12, 2013 at its annual Awards Event. THIS YEAR’S RECIPIENTS ARE: Shining Star Award, Bill Lee Excellence in Business, Shamrock Chemical, Outstanding Business Development, World Kitchen. Regional Service (nonprofit) Award, Bill Lee Community Action Southwest The reception style event begins at 5:30 pm with the award ceremonies beginning at 6:30 pm. Members will receive a personal invitation in the U.S. mail, however the public is invited to attend and may call the Chamber at 724-483-3507 to arrange for their reservation. Space will be limited so early RSVP’s are encouraged. Some sponsorships are available.

MACC August Business of the Month Don’s Signs

The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) congratulates Don's Signs for being named the August “Business of the Month”. Don’s Signs is owned by Donald Fraser, and they have over 30 years of experience in advertising art, design and marketing. They offer customers a high quality product at an affordable price, putting into each job a little something extra that the customer is usually not even aware of. As always, the work is guaranteed to satisfy. Don will produce most types of signs including computer routed dimensional signs. For more information, call 724-684-7949.

Mon Valley Regional Chamber July Member Spotlight Right Byte Computer Center The Mon Valley Regional Chamber recognizes Right Byte Computer Center as the July Member Spotlight. Right Byte is celebrating twenty years in business, being established in 1993 by Kevin Iacovangelo. They sell Dell computers, Kevin Iacovangelo, Owner of Right Byte. security cameras and Right Byte Computer Center, 5th and Fallowfield in Charleroi specialize in computer service and repair. Right Byte also offers a drop-off zone, and most computer repairs are finished within three days, while providing the lowest hourly rate in the valley. Owner Kevin Iacovangelo, technician Joe Wells and Josie Iacovangelo (Kevin’s mom) comprise the team at Right Byte . They are located on the corner of 5th and Fallowfield in downtown Charleroi and can be contacted at 724-483-4813.

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GRC July Business of the Month Big’s Sanitation

A Bit of Italy Comes to Mon City Italian Village Pizza Open for Business By Kyra Bergman

(l-r) Bill Kiser, Kim Bitonti, Judi Robbins (GRC) and Joe Eori, Jr.

Big’s Sanitation Inc., is the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce "July Business of the Month." Located at 4859 State Rt. 51N, in Rostraver Township, Belle Vernon Big's has 30 employees and is equipped with more than 20 trucks which gather refuse from 22,000 stops in the region. Big’s services locations in Allegheny, Washington, Westmoreland and Fayette Counties. Big’s refuse service operates seven days a week. The main office is open Monday – Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm. President and CEO, Joe Eori Sr., has over 32 years in the field of refuse removal. Big’s is family owned and operated and Joe Eori Jr. is the dispatcher for the company. Big’s Sanitation thanks their valued customers, “you are what keeps America moving, thank you for supporting Small Business in Western PA”. For information, call 724-379-4331 or visit www.bigssanitation.com.

WOMEN'S BUSINESS NETWORK AUGUST MEETINGS 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 August will be held as follows: • The Washington Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread – Trinity Point on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays August 14 and 28. Contact Karen Kovac at 724-986-6739. • The Mon Valley Chapter meets at 9:15 a.m. at Chaney's Natural, 138 West Main Street, Monongahela on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays August 1 and 15. Contact Amanda Ciranni at 724-309-5120.

“Everyone knows Pizza Frank.” Stephan Nowo, owner of the new Italian Village Pizza in Monongahela, said. He’s referring to Frank Veltri, who opened the first Italian Village at Century III Mall in 1980 with his partner Jack Miller. But Nowo knows him as Uncle Frank. Stephan knew from a young age that he wanted to get into the family business. “When I was sixteen, a junior in high school, I had to write a paper on what I wanted to be.” Nowo said. “I wrote that I wanted to own a pizza place.” Now, with his business partner and brother-inlaw Chuck Jeffers, he owns two. Nowo opened the Belle Vernon store in 2004 and after closing a Squirrel Hill shop he started the search for another location. When asked why he chose Monongahela he explained, “People at my Belle Vernon store were asking for one. Now about 10% of my walk-in customers here were Belle Vernon regulars who live in Mon City.” Nowo also said Monongahela was very welcoming. He joined the Chamber of Commerce and was pleased when the Mayor of Monongahela came into the store on opening day, April 8, 2013, to shake his hand. The little pizza place that started in a local mall now has over twenty locations. There are several in Pennsylvania but also Kentucky, Florida, and even Pizza Frank’s native Amantea, Italy. 50% of the locations are family owned. The Monongahela shop is located at 169 W. Main Street, the former site of Mama Pepino’s. Nowo bought and renovated the entire building. The store boasts two flat screen TVs and the walls are decorated with Penguins and Steelers plaques featuring current and former black and gold teams. Stop in or find a menu on their website at www.italianvillagepizza.com and call 724- 292-8170 to place an order.

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WholeLife Counseling Opens in Monongahela By Kyra Bergman

Licensed counselors Lesa Vivio and Christina Pucel are taking a new approach to healing at their practice, WholeLife Counseling. Both hold a Master’s degree in Counseling and have a combined total of 22 years in social services and counseling. Now they are now bringing a collaboration of their private practices to the Mon Valley. They took a great deal of care and consideration when looking for a location for their offices. “Monongahela has done such an incredible job with promoting new small businesses and really being a friendly environment. It has a sort of familial, old school, small town community vibe.” Vivio said. Pucel added, “The Mon City just embraces anyone willing to come in and bring something to what they are already offering here.” This is their first time owning a business and running private practices together. Pucel said, “One of the things I like about private practice is the ability to manage your own caseload, really working with individuals that are a good fit for you.” Together they are dedicated to giving their clients a variety of techniques and skills to approach healing holistically. Individually, Ms. Pucel has worked extensively with families, children, and adolescents and Ms. Vivio has worked comprehensively with children and individuals suffering from traumatic injuries. She holds a certification as a Brain Injury Specialist. Even with their years of experience handling specialized cases they are reluctant to box themselves into one particular area of practice. “We like to serve a diverse population.” Pucel explained. Both women are passionate about the work they do and are excited about having the opportunity to help the residents of the Mon Valley and surrounding areas. WholeLife will be accepting Highmark, Aetna, Cigna, Health Assurance, and ComPysch insurances and using a sliding scale for cash clients. The practices’ website is currently online at www.wholelifecounseling.net and as of July 1 you can visit the WholeLife offices at 416 W. Main Street in Monongahela. Office hours vary and include evenings and Saturdays. To schedule with Ms. Vivio call 412-401-0428 and to schedule with Ms. Pucel call 724-986-0479.

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Monongahela Valley Hospital Honors Former Board Member A local man who provided vision and leadership to Monongahela Valley Hospital and its predecessor hospitals for nearly 45 years was honored by more than 150 staff, friends and family when the fountain on the Carroll Twp. campus was dedicated in his memory. The late Joseph U. Frye, of Monongahela, was a valued leader of the health care system since 1968, 10 years before the present MVH opened its doors. He was elected chairman of the Mon-Vale Health Resources’ Board in 1985 and served until 1991 when Mrs. Fran Frye, Monongahela Valley Hospital he was elected chairman of the hospi- president and CEO Louis J. Panza Jr. and MVH Board of Trustees Chairman John D. Fry stand tal’s Board of Trustees. His term as near the plaque they unveiled to more than 150 chairman of the Trustees concluded in friends and family dedicating MVH’s fountain to 1996, but he provided insight and Mrs. Frye’s late husband Joseph. Mr. Frye served guidance to the health system by the hospital health system for 45 years.. remaining a member of both boards until his death. Mr. Panza, Mr. Frye’s wife Fran, and MVH Board of Trustees Chairman John D. Fry unveiled the cast bronze plaque, which reads, “This fountain is dedicated to the memory of Joseph Urli Frye, our friend and colleague who served as a trustee July 1, 1968 to July 9, 2012 — forever in our thoughts.” The late Mr. Frye’s leadership extended beyond the hospital. As president of Frye Construction, Inc., and Frye Home Center in Monongahela, he was a successful businessman. Additionally, as a member and officer of various civic, professional and development organizations over the years, he was a respected community leader.

Mon Valley Regional Chamber One of Region's Largest The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce was recently ranked as the 19th largest chamber of commerce in Southwestern Pennsylvania in The Pittsburgh Business Times. This list is produced annually, and the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce has been included on this list for the last ten years. The largest chamber is the Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce, with 2,000 members. The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce maintains 315 members with a growth of 4.3% since the last tally of this list. The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce focuses on developing networking and education opportunities along with fostering regional partnerships. The chamber encompasses Washington, Westmoreland and Fayette Counties, including areas of Allegheny County. The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce would like to thank all of its members for their continued support and commitment to the development and growth of its counties and business communities.

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Antiques on Broad Opens in Belle Vernon Antiques on Broad is an antique co-op specializing in all areas of antiques, collectibles and vintage items. The 17 booth, 14 dealer shop opened on June 1, 2013 and is located at 921 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon. The dealers are a diverse group with over a hundred years of collective experience in the antiquing business. You will find such items as furniture, porcelain signs, glass, linens, vintage clothing, primitives, jewelry and all things vintage. Janice Stitchick is the sole proprietor and manager of the shop. Dealers include Jean Ann Gallo, Ernie Stitchick, Bonnie Staab, Carol Schwartzmiller, Julie Starr, Marcia Pictured at the ribbon cutting are (l-r) Peggy & Tom Bashline, Janice Stitchick, proprietress, Sandy & Gary Bryant, Clair Cannon, Connie & Ulery, Marcia Bryant, Joan Ciccarelli, Bonnie LeeBack. In back row – Clair Cannon and Ernie Stitchick. Bob Lusk, Gary & Sandy Ulery of YSI, Tom & Peggy Bashline, Joan Ciccarelli, Helene Wozniak and Mike Normile. Many of the dealers were formerly located at Black Rose Antiques in Washington, PA until that shop closed in February. Antiques on Broad is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm. They are closed on Mondays. If you are interested in participating as a dealer in the shop, please contact Janice Stitchick at the shop at 724-268-3199 to get placed on the waiting list. And don’t forget to visit our sister shop right up the street, Broad Avenue Treasures. Between the two shops, there are 25 dealer spaces for your antiquing destination trip to Broad Avenue.

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SPORTS Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame Celebrates its 20th Banquet With a sixth straight sell out at The Willow Room in Rostraver Township on the evening of June 21, the Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame welcomed seven new members into its honored Hall of Fame bringing the number of total inductees to 212. The first two inductees in 1951 were Stan Musial and Bert Rechichar. All seven inductees spoke of their roots in the Mon Valley and Meet the 2013 Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame Senior High School Scholar Athletes: Seated (l-r): Charleroi’s Natalie Baker, Belle Vernon’s Heather Wells, Bentworth’s Taylor Pompei, the humbleness with which California’s Christina Puhnaty, Elizabeth Forward’s Braelyn Tracy, Monessen’s Alexis Malarbi, they receive the award. Ringgold’s Christina Wills and Yough’s Natalie Beers. Standing (l-r): Belle Vernon’s Geno Leone, Fifteen Mon valley area Bentworth’s Jesse Paul Martin, California’s Benjamin Thomas, Charleroi’s Luke Simpson, Ringgold’s graduating scholar athletes Chris Spahr, Yough’s Domanic Miele and Elizabeth Forward’s Matthew Casturo were also honored along with three WPIAL gold winners, Charleroi’s junior Nick Gavazzi in wrestling, California’s junior Kailyn Clancy in track and field and Elizabeth Forward’s senior Braelyn Tracy in swimming. These students received the MMVASHOF Achievement award. Richard Bucchianeri, long-time Valley educator, was awarded the 2013 MMVASHOF Appreciation award for his vast contributions to the Hall’s success. The 21st annual induction banquet will be held on Friday June 20, 2014.

Annual Fall Classic Golf Outing Scheduled for October 4 The Annual Greater Rostraver Chamber (GRC) 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, buffet dinner, awards, mini massages, skill prizes, raffle and door prizes, networking and more! Great hole-in-one prizes from sponsors, Mar-Bill 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), Beer Arena, BVA Federal Credit Union, C. Harper Auto, First Federal Savings Bank, Ramsdell Insurance, Tregembo Motors, Valley 1st Community FCU, Waddell & Reed Financial (Standard). Sponsorship levels are available from $1,000 (includes 4 golfers) to $100 and include recognition before, during and after the event. Golfer registration is now open at $100 per golfer. Raffle and door prize donations are also needed. For more information, visit www.greaterrostraverchamber.org, call the GRC 724-929-3329 or email grcoc1@comcast.net.

The class of 2013 inducted into the Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame: Back (l-r) are Roscoe Bright representing Michael Bright, Brian Miller Bowman, Bill Lee and Larry Papini. Front (l to r) are Gary Cramer, Cathy Floriani for deceased husband Bernie, and Ron Paglia.

WPIAL Achievement awardees: Elizabeth Forward’s Braelyn Tracy (swimming), Charleroi’s Nick Gavazzi (wrestling), California’s Kailyn Clancy (track and field).

3rd Annual "Toast To Our Stars" Golf Outing in Eighty Four The 3rd Annual "Toast To Our Stars" of North Charleroi Golf Outing will be held Sunday, August 4 at Rolling Green Golf Course in Eighty-Four, PA. The event is a 4-person Blind Scramble with a 1:00 pm Shotgun Start. The cost to enter is $70 per person. Entry fee includes golf, food and adult beverages during the day and at the turn, catered dinner by Texas Roadhouse and Par 3 skill prizes including a new vehicle provided by Rotolo Motors. For more information, registration and hole sponsorship opportunities, call Alan Nogy at 412-400-4814 or view our website at www.toasttoourstars.org.

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Six to be Inducted into BVA Football Hall of Fame

Rich Planey (Class of 1968)

Doug Indof (Class of 1978)

Greg Shearson (Class of 1983)

Five outstanding alumni players and the current athletic director will be inducted into the Belle Vernon Area Football Hall of Fame this year. Activities honoring the Class of 2013 selections will take place August 30 at James Weir Stadium as part of the varsity football team’s opening game against Uniontown. The inductees represent teams dating back to the 1960s, and they include Rich Planey, Doug Indof, Greg Shearson, Shaun Baker and Josh Cramer. This year’s special inductee is BVA Athletic Director Jesse Cramer, a familiar name in local athletics and Josh Cramer’s father. This represents the 14th year that the small group responsible for the BVA Football Hall of Fame will honor outstanding alumni football players, coaches and others who have made significant contributions to the program. They represent predecessor schools to today’s merged BVA School District. BVA Football Hall of Fame committee members Darrin Belsick, Bill Blick, John Zunic, Stephen Russell, Joe Grata, Jack Fayak, Jeff Antal and Aaron Krepps are already working on next year’s group. Inductees are profiled in a special booklet that will be sold at the game; their names will be displayed on a press box banner for the entire

season. Plaques will be presented at halftime and a “mixer” will follow at Redd Dawgs in Rostraver. CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS YEAR'S BVA FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES: Rich Planey (Class of 1968) – After being knocked out in a game against Brownsville, the two-year starting quarterback for Coach Jimmy Russell’s team returned to throw a 50-yard touchdown pass for a 20-19 win. Following his senior season, Rich was honored as an AllWPIAL performer and also received the conference outstanding leadership award. Doug Indof (Class of 1978) - A Richard O. Dolfi Scholar Athlete Award recipient, quarterback and defensive end, he led Coach Jeff Petrucci’s 1977 team to a 6-4 record that laid the groundwork for three straight Big 10 championships. After his senior season, Doug was named to the 1977 Big Ten All-Conference Offensive Team and was also a three sport athlete playing football, baseball, and basketball. Greg Shearson (Class of 1983) Also a Dolfi Award recipient and senior co-captain, he was a two-year starter at offensive guard and anchored a strong offensive line. On defense, he was an all-around, playing tackle, end, nose guard and long snapper. A three-year letterman and

Firedancers Win Back to Back Soccer Championships The Mon Valley United Pictured here at Firedancers recently won the 3v3 Live first place in back to back Tournament are soccer tournaments. The U8 U8 Firedancer team members girls soccer team, coached (l-r) Morgan by Mike Einodshofer, comEinodshofer, Lucy peted in the 3v3 "Kick It" Interthal, Audrey Tournament in Murrysville, Bianco, Sade PA June 29-30, 2013, placPatterson, Farrah Reader, and ing first in their division of 6 Viva Kreis. teams. They also won the championship in the "U8 Girls White" Bracket in the "3v3 Live" Soccer Tournament, which was held in Peters Township on July 13, 2013. The girls were undefeated in the event, finishing the day with a 4-0 record.

member of the 1980 Big-9 Conference championship team, Greg earned a spot on the 1982 Big 9 All-Conference Offensive Team during his senior season. Shaun Baker (Class of 1996) He burst onto the scene on Coach Gary Dongilli’s first BVA team, racking up 342 yards rushing and six touchdowns in three games before an ACL injury. As a senior, his play at defensive tackle helped lead the Leps to a WPIAL title. Shaun, a three-year letterman, was named to the All Keystone Conference Defensive Team following the successful 1995 season. Josh Cramer (Class of 2001) – He was a 14-year-old freshman when Dongilli approached him before the first game and said, “You are my quarterback tonight.” It marked the start of four recordsetting years, including a 99-yard pass to BVA Coach Aaron Krepps in a 2000 game. The four-year letterman and captain was an AllConference selection in 98-99-00 and led the team to four conference titles (97-00). Jesse Cramer - Part of BVA’s athletic fabric since the early 1980s, he has coached football, wrestling, track and even basketball over the years, presides over preservation of (former Bellmar) Brewer Stadium and has been athletic director since 2004.

Shaun Baker (Class of 1996)

Josh Cramer (Class of 2001)

Jesse Cramer

Presbyterian SeniorCare, Washington to Hold 1st Annual Golf Classic Presbyterian SeniorCare, Washington, will hold their 1st Annual Golf Classic on Monday, September 16 at Lone Pine Country Club, Washington. Registration and lunch begins at 9:30 a.m.; shotgun start at 11:45 a.m. All proceeds from the Golf Classic support the SeniorCARE FUND at Presbyterian SeniorCare Washington campus. The SeniorCARE FUND (the new name for our benevolent care fund) continues our tradition of assisting our residents who no longer have sufficient resources to pay for their care. For more information, visit www.srcare.org/events.

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School News...School News Ringgold Show Choir Performs at Disney, Sees Veteran Members Perform It might be enough to be part of a juniorhigh show choir that performs at “The Greatest Place on Earth.” It could even be enough to spend an entire week seeing Disney World with fifty of your fellow Ringgold Middle School's Show Choir singers and eight lucky chaperones. It might even be enough just to see a show put on by Disney’s elite performers. However, nothing could top doing all of that as a true member of the incrowd. This May, Ringgold Middle School’s Show Choir were guests at Disney World where In this photo, Josh Holets, Ringgold Middle School Music they performed and Teacher Mrs. Melanie Sandrock, the Ringgold Middle School were shown VIP treatShow Choir, chaperones, and performers from Disney World’s ment when a veteran The Lion King pose together. member of their ranks (Josh Holets, a 2008 graduate and former member of Mrs. Sandrock’s chorus class and the Show Choir) performed as one of the pros in Disney World’s presentation of The Lion King.

Ringgold Middle School Performs The Little Mermaid Jr. One hundred twenty six Ringgold Middle School students recently presented their spring musical: Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. These talented thespians and musicians studied all aspects of musical theater from auditions to opening night. They learned and were assisted with amazing choreography, blocking, set design and building, sound and lighting, and costumes. These students performed for standing-room-only crowds! What wonderful nights under the sea!

A few of the cast members from the Little Mermaid Jr. – pictured (L to R) Sitting: Bethany VanBibber (Ariel), Gabriel Hollander (Ariel). Kneeling: Tori Sevick (Flounder), Grant Gerard (King Triton), Zachary Mendola (Sebastian)

Ringgold Students Study With World Renowned Harp Teachers at Oberlin College

Pictured (L to R) 1st row- Jenna Colagiovanni, Madelyn Koontz, Samantha Schultz. 2nd rowCaitlyn Painter, Hannah Thomas, Shelby Schran, Corinna Hewitt, Sue Richards. 3rd row- Melanie Sandrock, Abbie Palmer, Alexis Dolfi, Sarah Hetzler, Ali Crownover, Bethany VanBibber

Ten Ringgold students recently studied with three of the world's top Scottish harp teachers at the Ohio Scottish Arts School at Oberlin College. While there, they were privileged to study under Corinna Hewitt of Scotland, Sue Richards of Virginia, and Abby Palmer of Maryland. These students are part of the Ringgold Celtic Harp program and are preparing for the National Scottish Harp Competition at the Ligonier Highland Games at Idelwild Park on Saturday, September 21. This event is sponsored by LHG, Scottish Harp Society of America, and Clan Currie. Ringgold Celtic Harp students play every month in the lobby of the Monongahela Valley Hospital and recently played at the Art in the Park festival in Chess Park in Monongahela.

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Kids & Family... Busy Bees – Children’s Program at Mingo Creek Park We’ll be busy bees on Thursday, August 8 as we learn about pollination and the important role honeybees play in our environment. Children (ages 5-11) will learn about bees and pollination, taste honey, and even make a beeswax candle to take home. We will meet at Shelter 1 in Mingo Creek County Park. Two sessions are available; Session I will begin at 10:00 a.m. and Session II will begin at 1:00 p.m. Please call the Washington County Parks & Recreation Office at 724-228-6867 to register. There is a $1.00 fee for this program. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington, PA off of Route 136.

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YOUR HEALTH MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL AUGUST EVENTS Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring a variety of informative programs during August. Many of the events will be held in the hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) unless otherwise noted. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP - Thursday, August 1 from 1 – 2:30 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-258-1455. UNDERSTANDING YOUR DIABETES MEDICATIONS - Thursday, August 1 from 6 – 8 p.m., ECC. Gain a better understanding of how your diabetes medications work and learn the effects diabetes medications have on your blood sugar readings. Completion of the threeday 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. For more information and to register, call 724-258-1483. BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Monday, August 5 from 2 - 4 p.m., Hospital 7East Family Room. The group meets the first Monday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1704. BABY CARE CLASS - Monday, August 5 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Parents-to-be will learn baby care basics at this instructional session. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229), ext. 25. MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - Tuesday, August 6 – Thursday, August 8 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., ECC. This session builds on the education received in the “Managing Your Diabetes” program. Learn more about food choices, dining out, and how your eating habits affect your blood glucose control. 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. For more information and to register, call 724-258-1483. BONE DENSITY SCREENING - Wednesday, August 7 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. No appointments necessary. For more information, call 724-348-6699. BARBECUE BY THE RIB CAGE - Friday, August 9 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Hospital Central Plaza, outdoors. Come enjoy The Rib Cage’s ribs or a pulled pork sandwich. This event is open to the public and take out is available. For more information, call 724-258-1167. BETTER BREATHERS CLUB - Tuesday, August 13 from 2 – 3 p.m., ECC. The Better Breathers Club is free and open to all adults and their friends, family or care-givers who want to learn or share information about living well with breathing issues. This group meets the second Tuesday of every month. For more information, call 724-258-1932 or 724-344-0287. RSDS SUPPORT GROUP - Tuesday, August 13 from 6 - 8 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-929-9492. PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Wednesday, August 14 at 6 p.m., ECC. All prostate cancer patients, families and care givers are invited to attend this free support group. For more information, call 724-292-9404. HEALTHY EATING SUPERMARKET TOURS - Thursday, August 15 from3 - 5 p.m., Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Learn

how to choose foods at your local supermarket to manage a healthier lifestyle. The tours begin at Healthy Directions walk-in health care facility in the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Health Care professionals from Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology will conduct the tours and discuss “Back to School: Kids’ Lunches and Snacks.” The program is free, but space is limited. Advance registration is required by calling 724-348-6699 or 724-258-1148. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - Monday, August 19 at 2 p.m., Hospital 7-East Family Room. This support group is free and open to all cancer patients and their families. The group meets the third Monday of each month. For additional information, call 724-258-1704. MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - Tuesday, August 20 – Thursday, August 22 from 6 – 9 p.m., ECC. This session builds on the education received in the “Managing Your Diabetes” program. Learn more about food choices, dining out, and how your eating habits affect your blood glucose control. Completion of the threeday “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, call 724-2581483. BARIATRIC SURGERY INFORMATION SESSION - Wednesday, August 21 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Bariatric surgery is an option for people wanting to lose 100 pounds or more. MVH has teamed up with MageeWomens Hospital of UPMC to provide this free information session designed to give those individuals struggling with weight loss the facts to choose their best option. To learn if you are a candidate for this surgery, join Carol McCloskey

M.D., FACS, as she discusses this topic in detail. To register, call 412-641-3632 or 412-802-8299. AUXILIARY ICE CREAM SOCIAL - Friday, August 23 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., ECC. Open to the public. Enjoy a delicious lunch and a sundae made your way. Sponsored by the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. Hospital. For more information, call 724-258-1167. BREASTFEEDING CLASS - Monday, August 26 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. For more information, call 724258-BABY (2229) ext. 25. ADVANCED CARBOHYDRATE COUNTING - Wednesday, August 28 from 6 - 8 p.m., ECC. This is a diabetes self-management class that focuses on counting carbohydrate intake. Topics range from how to measure the upward drive each meal has on blood sugar to information on the glycemic index. 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. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1483. INFANT AND CHILD CPR CLASS - Thursday, August 29 from 6 - 9 p.m., ECC. The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling the Valley Health and Safety Training Center at 724-684-9536. MVH AND RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE Friday, August 30 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., ECC. MVH, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, is sponsoring a blood drive to benefit the local community. Free parking is available. To register, call 724-494-4090 or register online at redcrosslife.org.

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2nd ANNIVERSARY FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS Thursday, Aug. 8 I 8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Celebrate another year of good health in the Finleyville community. Join us for free health screenings including blood pressure checks, pulse oximitry, body fat analysis, bone density, pulmonary function. Light refreshments will be served.

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Home & Garden How To Tell When Your Home Needs A New Roof (NAPSI)—Industry professionals believe it’s a good idea to inspect your roof regularly, particularly if you live in areas of the country that experience extreme weather. You can inspect your roof yourself, either by climbing on your roof or by using binoculars from the ground. Another sound option is to have a professional do it for you.

Learn to Read the Signs Look carefully for the following signs your roof may be in need of repair or replacement: • Leaks in the attic after a wind-driven rain or ice buildup; • Blistering and peeling of interior and/or exterior paint; • Stains, mold or mildew on interior ceilings and walls; • Exterior decay of sheathing and/or siding. When it comes to examining the roof itself, start by looking at the shingles for any that are missing, cracked, curled, torn or warped. Also, look for any open seams or joints that could lead to leaking. Popped or rusted nails, or stains around nails, are also signs that your roof is in need of repair or replacement.

A Roof Is More Than Shingles A roof is actually a system that, in addition to the shingles, includes other components, such as leak barriers and ventilation components. While each element has a particular job to do, they are also designed to work together to cover a house.

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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller MONONGAHELA Fred Angerman III Warren Fawcett Richard Venanzi Penos Enterprises Inc. US Bank NA Fred Alexander Fleet II David Sala Estate of John Crothers Larry Horath Edward Hodor River Shore Prop Inc. NEW EAGLE Kenneth Backo Douglas Edgerton Carl Zewe CARROLL TOWNSHIP Richard Ripepi Estate of Frances Barbe Nathan Hrutkay Estate of Harriet Carter Jeff Heidelbach Community Bank John Ellenberger William Stine BENTLEYVILLE William Martin Andrew Kuzy

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Cathy Marie Cober Michael and Mariah Simmons Matthew Willis Park Ave LLC Diana Petno and Gregory Woodell Jr. Gary and Tina Borneman Jerry Farrelli Nicholas Fisfis Arthur Clawson Mark Marraccini William and Dee Ann Dzimiera

425 Carson St. 401 Cassidy Ave. Find C 422 Grandview Ave. and A u r r e n t r chive Hom 600 Park Ave. d e 1329 Fourth St. your Sales fro comm m 519 Finley St. on u www .mon our web nity 210 Fourth Ave. valley site mess 88 Factory St. enge 697 E. Main St. r.com . 424 Marne Ave. W. Main St.

Beth Beam and Jason Mozingo Jason Lee Jaki Dean and Kelli Parasolick

164 Main St. 449 Main St. 428 Fourth Ave.

Jeffrey and Lauren Logan Frank Kaczmarek Jr. and Michele Kaczmarek Serhiy and Susan E Vdovichenko John Dudzik III and Rebecca Dudzik Claire Shearer Richard Burrup Adam and Kimberly Brenneman Luke and Leanne Stimak

Lewis and Clark Drive Victoria Drive 55 Donora Road 251 Hazel Kirk Road 1311 Wickerham Drive 126 Diane Drive 1685 Lucetta Drive 129 Route 837

Charles Hunzinger Bentleyville Real Estate Holdings LLC

Price $59,500 $49,900 $80,000 $750,000 $38,000 $52,000 $95,000 $160,000 $7,000 $14,900 $175,000 $34,500 $12,000 $36,000 $55,000 $20,000 $115,000 $139,900 $129,000 $215,000 $255,000 $90,000

211 Wilna St. $38,000 808-810 Main St. $481,226 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $986,000) by sheriff's deed. 104 Smith St. $30,654

Rebecca Presto SPEERS Rory Gazdick DUNLEVY Michael Dooley CHARLEROI Darrell Dobas

Brandon Lancaster

Charles Blasko Sherry Feldstein trustee James Kortina

AG Homes Holdings LLC Merlin Corbin Bradley Todaro

Kevin Sean Mathers Theresa Paluso Craig Wiggins Shawn Shroyer NORTH CHARLEROI HMS Development LLC

Marc Biagini Brian Short and Mary Beth Martin-Short Charles James Conrad John Goldbaugh

217 Luella Ave. $0 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $10,703). 922 Fifth St. $25,000 130 Fallowfield Ave. $15,000 811 Prospect Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $30,892). 333 Fallowfield Ave. $23,000 226 Lookout Ave. $42,000 138 Fallowfield Ave. $23,000 841 Lincoln Ave. $9,800

Robert Huber Jr.

415 Highland Ave.

Brian and Joyell Carter

142 State St.

$147,000

William John Van Divner & Kathleen Casey McAlary 11 Wharf St.

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James Sidary

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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Michael Vugrinovich US Bank NA trustee Steve Secleter DONORA Adam Thomas Bak Alexis Nolan John McAfee Francis Devizia Jesse James Bowen TRD Properties LLC Jerome Niklaus FALLOWFIELD Middle Monongahela IDA Inc. Fallowfield Twp Vol. Fire Co. & Rel Joshua Scheponik Nicholas Letta II Frederick Seemuth MONESSEN Richard Deems Michael Fifth William Hans Jr. Housing & Urban Development Angela Mancuso CF SBC UST 3 LLC William Lee John Durkin Thomas Cullen Estate of Delmont Lee Wilson Valentine Cullen III Gregory Carroto Jon Wakefield Frank Nahar Marsha Gulya ROSTRAVER James Manes Troy Lofts William Nutt Thomas Simon Scott Anderson Maronda Homes Inc. Betty Nusser David Riley Brookfield Relocation Inc. DDM Development Inc. DDM Development Inc. Mary Lou O'Leary Elizabeth Madar Charlotte Naulder Columbia Properties Belle Vernon LLC Robert Brierly Drew Rainey Michele Morgan Joseph Kikta II trustee Susan Winchell et al. Maronda Homes Inc. Daniel Schmidt Mila Lucero Marion Center Bank Maronda Homes Inc. NORTH BELLE VERNON Harriet McGowan Federal National Mortgage Assn. Anthony Gillingham

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Karena Miller John and Kathy Vugrinovich CR Capital Group LLC Stephanie Secleter and Mark Hoover Jr.

421 Center Ave. 304 Center Ave. and Wilson St. 317 Sheppard Ave. 605-1/2 Seventh St.

$12,000 $45,000 $11,100 $1,500

Heather Laura Helmer Dereci Lowe Stephanie Ruth Rose Cathcart Steve Park Jesse James Bowen and Jennifer Talaga Deborah Grote David Syrko Jr.

405 Thompson Ave. $5,900 426 Sixth St. $4,000 Koehler Ave. $1,500 624 Thompson Ave. $1,825 76 Kenric Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $15,599). 905 St. Nicholas Drive $47,500 247 Modisette Ave. $83,500

EAT 1301 LLC Duffy Inc. James Turner Nicholas Letta II Timothy Hillgartner and Karah Peters

Vista Drive Stevens Way 1248 Bentleyville Road 3 Leyda Ave. 108 Luella Ave.

$700,000 $27,500 $100,000 $12,019 $21,000

Kenneth and Chelsea Guiffre Suwanda Numpho Suwanda Numpho Jon Wakefield Cloud 9 Homes LLC Charles and Misty Steiner Philip Matsick John Braggs Kiyoko Gaffey Sheila and Desmond Davis Carolann Denny Christopher John Evancho Troy Lamont Banks Jr. Robert and Jasia March Amanda Calcek

18 Monessen Blvd. 416 Pearl St. 611 Rostraver St. 476 Clarendon Ave. Forest St. 1565 Grand Blvd. 8 Montraver Drive 30 Overhill Drive 119 Pride St. 410 Fourth St. 34 Jefferson Drive 90 Pennsylvania Blvd. 476 Clarendon Ave. 223 Knox Ave. 410 Ridge Ave.

$89,000 $23,000 $34,000 $4,510 $15,000 $18,250 $52,000 $88,821 $64,000 $4,500 $121,000 $103,000 $5,000 $15,000 $132,500

Angela DeSimone Donald Cochenour and Tammy Bezick William Nutt and Troy Young Cameron and Sarah Blair Jaime Paul and Kayla Berkey Caleb Damiani and Tonya Meadows Kristen Murphy Brookfield Relocation Inc. Robert Alan and Johanna Joy Helton trustee Winifred Oleksak Ernie Pavan Jr. and Lisa Pavan M Elaine Twing Bonnie Matyas Harold E Steiner Jr. and Richard Steiner City Knickerbocker Properties Belle Ver Ruth Davis Lindsey DeCurtis Bruce Buck Dennis and Ginny Hunt Lawrence Rowe III and Lynnette Rowe Ivan and Tina Lezama Jeremy and Alaina Bilsky Jeffrey and Anne Lopinsky United Mobile Homes PA Inc. Egidijus and Ebony Bulcis

317 Crest Ave. $118,000 4425 Rostosky Ridge Road $14,000 SR 981 $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $7,365). 442-448 Todd Farm Road $119,900 510 W. Spring Grove Blvd. $215,000 523 Galileo Drive $231,900 123 Marco Drive $205,000 127 Moon Crest Circle $386,250 127 Moon Crest Circle $386,250 753 Sandstone Drive $215,000 755 Sandstone Drive $219,000 2003 Lakeview Drive $158,000 6235 Overlook Drive $160,000 Ray Drive $100,000 176 Finley Road $4,174,000 2022 Lakeview Drive $150,000 79 Main St. $62,500 410 Rostraver Road $90,000 112 Ann Court $350,000 548 Beazell Road $104,000 305 Davinci Court $258,421 576 Rosewood St. $265,000 Rostraver Road $60,000 4500 S. SR 51 $295,000 391 W. Spring Grove Blvd. $264,523

Michael and Patricia Wilson Margaret Miller Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.

331 Hill St. 388 Ella St. 400 Fell St.

$10,000. $40,000. $1,794 by sheriff's deed.

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Valley Seniors Club Announces Upcoming Trips The Valley Seniors club will be offering the following upcoming trips. For more information, call Marlene at 724-258-3950. Trip to Gettysburg There are seats remaining for the trip to Gettysburg on August 6 commemorating the Battle of Gettysburg 150th Anniversary with an on-our-bus guided tour with little walking. Vickie Lawrence and Mama Show Reservations are being taken for The Vickie Lawrence and Mama show at Rivers Casino on September 25. Fall Festival at Seven Springs Trip A Seven Springs Fall Festival trip is being planned for Saturday, October 5. A buffet will be available. The Valley Seniors 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!

West Newton Senior Center Plans One-Day Bus Trip The West Newton Senior Center is planning a one-day "Yankee Tyme" Ohio Amish bus trip on September 14. There will be a 7:00 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 for registration is August 14. Using Quest Transportation, bus trip will depart from West Newton, at 7:00 AM, Robertson Street behind Giant Eagle. 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.

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RIVERSIDE PLACE ANNOUNCES AUGUST EVENTS Riverside Place, located at 303 Chamber Plaza in Charleroi has announced the following upcoming programs and events. For more information on any upcoming events, call 724-483-5800. Cookout - Tuesday, August 27 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, August 9 and 23. $1.25 for plain pizza, $1.50 for pepperoni 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, August 16 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pittsburgh Mills Trip - Thursday, August 15, $10.00. Leave the center at 9:00 a.m. return around 3:00 p.m. Meadows Trip - Monday, August 19, $15.00. Leave at 9:00 a.m. returns back at 5:00 p.m. Donnie Cameron Country Singer - Friday, August 9 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Bobby Shawn Singer - Friday, August 16 at 11:00 a.m. Kenny and Chip Oldies Songs - Friday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Zumba Exercise - every Monday and Wednesday from 4:45 - 5:45 p.m. Euchre Cards - every Friday at 1:00 p.m. Euchre - every Saturday at 6:00 p.m. Bingo - every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Blood Pressures with Helen Andreas - Tuesday, August 13 at 11:00 a.m.

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Local Worship News from First United Methodist Church of Monongahela First United Methodist Church, located at 405 West Main St., Monongahela has announced the following news, programs and activities. For more information, visit their website at www.fumcmon.com or call 724-258-7054. Organist Performance on September 25 The 200th Anniversary Committee in celebration will be sponsoring another event - an Organ Recital featuring Robert Ferguson Organist, September 25 at 7:00 pm. The committee is looking for past members of our church so we may connect up with them. If you have been or know someone, please contact the church. New Men's Group Created United Methodist Men (UMM) - A

new group has been started and they are now busy planning for future events. They hike and had a picnic at Mingo Park, and recently had a competition at the 1st Annual Word and Wings event. Dalton Stewart took home the award. Senior Games Winner! Congratulations to Ruth Corrin, who participated in 27th Annual Senior Games. She brought home four Gold Medals and two Silver Medals. Ruth also brought home another win she won the Golf Tournament. Were so proud of you Ruth! Pillowcase Dresses Donated Recently 23 Pillowcase Dresses were taken to the Dress a Girl around the World project in Scottsdale, AZ. These dresses are made for little girls around the world. The Scottsdale Bible Church is making 50 mission trips this year. Thanks to Mildred Carey

and Donna Irwin who continue to make this mission possible. Bell Tower Restoration Project The work on the Bell Tower restoration project is on schedule by Yohe Roofing. Additional restoration work is the removal and replacement of bell equipment, restoration of two pinnacles, updating of electrical wiring and lighting in the tower and re-pointing the two pinnacles. Stop by and see what is going on, if you have questions contact the Trustees. Thank you for your support of the bell tower restoration project.

August Events at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, 20 Brushton Avenue, Charleroi will hold Vacation Bible School on Monday, August 22 through Friday, August 23 in the Church Fellowship Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided each day along with Bible Stories, crafts and games. Our Annual Family and Friends Day Picnic will be held on Sunday, August 25 from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Charleroi Community Park in Charleroi. For more information, call 724-483-8737.

Autumnfest at Saint Sebastian Church Saint Sebastian Church in Belle Vernon invites you to "Autumnfest" weekend, September 28 - 29. We will kick off with a dinner dance on Saturday, September 28. The evening features a dinner catered by “Two Fine Caterers” and entertainment provided by ‘Brother Jeep and Legacy’. The cost is $30 a person or $50 a couple. Doors open at 5:30 pm. For tickets and information, call 724-929-9300. On Sunday, September 29, join us for a Steeler Tailgate Party on the parish grounds. There will be games, raffles, great tail gate foods and treats, and of course, the big game. The fun begins at 12:30 pm.

"The Anchormen" to Perform at Blainesburg Bible Church Blainesburg Bible Church of West Brownsville is having another great Gospel Sing! Pastor David Benner and the congregation would like you to come hear “The Anchormen” from Goldsboro, NC on Friday, August 30 at 7:00 pm. The church is located on 104 Fourth Blvd. Ext., West Brownsville. Call 724-493-2715 for more details.

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Recent Local Death Notices

PUMP UP

DeLUCA, Concetta Mary (Petrix), 93, of Charleroi, died June 27. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.

PULASKI, Barbara, 86, of Charleroi, died June 26. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.

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DeSTEFANO, Jerry, 75, of Charleroi, died July 1. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.

ROBERTSON, Evelyn T. (Tighe), 85, of Roscoe, died June 23. Arrangements under the direction of Melenyzer-DuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe.

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DeZARDO, Robert, 53, of Monongahela, died June 20. Arrangements under the direction of Melenyzer-DuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. HARPER, Miriam A., 78, of Charleroi, died June 24. Arrangements under the direction of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. KOSTOLANSKY, Helen Hega, 98, of Speers Hill, died July 9. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. MELENCHECK, Deborah, R., 57, of Peninsula, OH (formerly of Charleroi), died July 9. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.

ROSICK, John “Chief”, 54, of Pittsburgh (formerly of Charleroi), died June 30. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. QUIGLEY, Mildred M. (Sutovitch), 77, of Charleroi, died June 23. Arrangements under the direction of Melenyzer-DuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. VUCENOVICH, Ernest L., 82, of Monongahela, died July 7. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

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412-384-3630 1520 Rt 837, Elrama 3 – Trinity Wiseman 6-9pm 6 – Open Jam Night w/ Lee Asbury 10 – Justin Kunzelman 12 – Colors & Bottles painting class 13 – Bingo for Pirates Tickets 20 – Open Jam Night w/ Lee Asbury 22 – Kickball 26 – Colors & Bottles painting class 27 – Bingo for Pirates tickets 30 – Scott Spahr

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(At The DoubleTree by Hilton Meadowlands) 724-222-6200 340 Race Track Road, Washington 2 – Risquéé (Classic rock) 3 – DJ 9 – Twice as Nice (Dance & Pop) 10 – DJ 16 – Sputzy (Soloist) 17 – DJ 23 – Harold Betters (Jazz) 24 – DJ 30 – Karaoke Night 31 – Open OLD TRAILS

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724-228-1059 339 Amity Ridge Road, Amity 10 – Brynn Marie 18 – Bluegrass Sunday w/ Colebrook Road 724-929-8383 1713 Rostraver Rd, Belle Vernon 2 – DJ Russ 3 – DJ Crene 9 – DJ Steve 10 – DJ Stan 16 – DJ Russ 17 – DJ Crene 23 – DJ Steve 24 – DJ Kooge 30 – DJ Russ 31 – DJ Crene Thursdays – Karaoke w/ DJ Ben

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----------- ITEMS WANTED -------Couple looking to retire in Finleyville, or surrounding area. In search of small house or lot to put a modular home on. Looking for something private. Please contact us if you are looking to sell. Dave or Susan 412-6557853 ___________________________________________________ WANTED: Land/Lot in the Finleyville/Union/New eagle area for building a house. Prefer utilities present or close by. Please call or text 412-5528409. ___________________________________________________ Wanted. Person/s interested in buying collectables and/or antiques. Call John at 724-483-1271. ___________________________________________________ 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 724-4838600. ___________________________________________________ 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. 724-348-7467. WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings, Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps or anything OLD! Please call me. Jim Gillespie at 412-979-7050 or home 724-348-6203. 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. ___________________________________________________

----------- MISCELLANEOUS --------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 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! ___________________________________________________ BEDS!!! Pillow Tops, Plush, Memory Foam. 10 YEAR WARRANTIES!!! New, still in factory plastic. FULL $179. QUEEN $199; KING $245 (Twins Available) IMMEDIATE DELIVERY!!! CALL (412) 494-7351 ___________________________________________________ Bundle & Save on your CABLE, INTERNET PHONE, AND MORE. High Speed Internet starting at less than $20/mo. CALL NOW! 800-291-4159 ___________________________________________________ *LOWER THAT CABLE BILL! Get Satellite TV today! FREE System, installation and HD/DVR upgrade. Programming starting at $19.99. Call NOW 1800-935-8195 ___________________________________________________ **OLD GUITARS WANTED! ** Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch, Epiphone, Guild, Mosrite, Rickenbacker. Prairie State, D’Angelico, Stromberg, and Gibson Mandolins/Banjos. 1920’s thru 1980’s. TOP CASH PAID! 1-800401-0440 ___________________________________________________ AIRLINE CAREERS begin here – Become an Aviation Maintenance Tech. FAA approved training. Financial aid if qualified – Housing available. Job placement assistance. Call AIM (888) 686-1704 ___________________________________________________ ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer and SCHEV authorized. Call 800-510-0784 www.CenturaOnline.com ___________________________________________________ BLOWN HEADGASKET? Any vehicle repair yourself. State of the art 2Component chemical process. Specializing in Cadillac Northstar Overheating. 100% guaranteed. 1-866-780-9039 www.RXHP.com ___________________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS: All Cars/Trucks Wanted. Running or Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come To You! Any Make/Model. Call For Instant Offer: 1-800864-5960 ___________________________________________________

Wanted - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, all worth money. Also, local and long distance towing. Call 412-498-1622. CASH FOR YOUR OLD SPORTS CARDS! Cleaning out your attic? Emptying your garage or basement? Did you find an old box of sports cards in a closet? Don't throw them away! Local collector paying CASH for vintage sports cards (baseball, football, basketball). Seeking cards from 1950's, 60's, 70's and 80's. Call 412760-2291 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 888-440-4001 or visit www.TestStripSearch.com. ___________________________________________________ WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1-900, 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 ___________________________________________________ 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 ___________________________________________________

The MON VALLEY MESSENGER is the premier community newspaper in the Mon Valley area of Pittsburgh. We are a free, monthly publication seeking to expand our coverage, and grow existing territories. 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. Preferred candidates will possess: Prior newspaper or media experience, good communication and presentation skills and be motivated, determined and persistent. Interested applicants should email us at info@monvalleymessenger.com with a resume and cover letter, or mail to P.O. Box 103, Finleyville, PA 15332.

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CASH PAID- UP TO $28/BOX for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! 1 DAY PAYMENT & PREPAID shipping. BEST PRICES! Call 1888-776-7771. www.Cash4DiabeticSupplies.com _______________________________________________ MEDICAL CAREERS begin here – Online training for Allied Health and Medical Management. Job placement assistance. Computer And Financial Aid if qualified. SCHEV certified. Call 800-510-0784 www.CenturaOnline.com _______________________________________________ Meet singles now! No paid operators, just people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages, connect live. FREE trial. Call 1-877737-9447 _______________________________________________ ROTARY INTERNATIONAL – A worldwide network of inspired individuals who improve communities. Find information or locate your local club at www.rotary.org. Brought to you by your free community paper and PaperChain. _______________________________________________ Take VIAGRA/CIALIS Only $99.00! 100mg and 20mg. 40 pills+ 4 Free. #1 Male Enhancement! Discreet Shipping. Call Now 1-800213-6202 _______________________________________________ WORK ON JET ENGINES – Train for hands on Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified – Job placement assistance. Call AIM (866) 854-6156. _______________________________________________ Lower Your Cable Bill!!! Complete Digital Satellite TV System FREE Install!!!! FREE HD/DVR UPGRADES As low As $19.99/mo Call NOW! (800) 799-4935 _______________________________________________ DIRECTV, Internet, & Phone From $69.99/mo + Free 3 Months: HBO® Starz® SHOWTIME® CINEMAX®+ FREE GENIE 4 Room Upgrade + NFL SUNDAY TICKET! Limited offer. Call Now 888-2485961 _______________________________________________ LOWER THAT CABLE BILL!! Get Satellite TV today! FREE System, installation and HD/DVR upgrade. Programming starting at $19.99. Call NOW 800-725-1865 _______________________________________________ !!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! Gibson,Martin,Fender,Gretsch. 19301980. Top Dollar paid!! Call Toll Free 1-866-433-8277 _______________________________________________ $18/Month Auto Insurance - Instant Quote - Any Credit Type Accepted - Get the Best Rates In Your Area. Call (800) 317-3873 Now _______________________________________________ Meet singles right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now 1-888-909-9905 _______________________________________________ Dish TV Retailer-SAVE! Starting $19.99/month (for 12 months.) FREE Premium Movie Channels. FREE Equipment, Installation & Activation. CALL, COMPARE LOCAL DEALS! 1-800-309-1452 _______________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS, Any Make or Model! Free Towing. Sell it TODAY. Instant offer: 1-800-864-5784 _______________________________________________

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CASH for Your Old Sports Cards! Cleaning out your attic? Emptying your garage or basement? Did you find an old box of sports cards in a closet? Don't throw them away! Local collector paying CASH for vintage sports cards (baseball, football, basketball). Seeking cards from 1950's, 60's, 70's and 80's. Call 412760-2291

NEW COAT SEALING SERVICES – Driveways/Parking Lots/Line Striping. PA066032*WBE130630 Free Estimates. 412-295-2942 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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. _______________________________________________ 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. _______________________________________________

------------- NOTICES ---------Notice is hereby given that I, "John Wesley Simpson Hibbs", have filed a petition with the Court of Common Pleas of Washington County, PA on July 2nd, 2013, Docket #2013-3951, requesting my legal name to be changed to "John Wesley Simpson". _______________________________________________ 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. _______________________________________________ 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. _______________________________________________ JULY IS FREE COMMUNITY PAPER MONTH!!! CELEBRATE WITH US! The paper you are reading is part of a national group of free community papers and shoppers guides. They bring valuable services to businesses and organizations in delivering their message to over 56 million homes throughout the nation each week. Learn more about Free Community Paper Month at www.paperchain.com. Sign up for our contest to win $500!!! Contact MACnet at 800-450-7227 to find out how we can help your business. _______________________________________________ Medical Alert for Seniors - 24/7 monitoring. FREE Equipment. FREE Shipping. Nationwide Service. $29.95/Month CALL Medical Guardian Today 877-827-1331 _______________________________________________ All Things Basementy! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing? Finishing? Structural Repairs? Humidity and Mold Control FREE ESTIMATES! Call 1-866-589-0174 _______________________________________________ GET FREE OF CREDIT CARD DEBT NOW! Cut payments by up to half. Stop creditors from calling. 888-612-4707 _______________________________________________ SAVE on Cable TV-Internet-Digital Phone-Satellite. You`ve Got A Choice! Options from ALL major service providers. Call us to learn more! CALL Today. 866-766-6459 _______________________________________________

------------- PETS ---------Orange tabby found along Redds Mill Road. Very pet able, friendly, great lap cat. This is the perfect indoor cat. Spayed and all shots current. Call 724-941-2919. _______________________________________________

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CATERING ITALIAN SPECIALTY & GOURMET CATERING, LLC Catering for All Events. Parties from 10 to 5000 People. Weddings * Graduations * Communions * Reunions. 412-341-4626. www.iscatering.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

------------ REAL ESTATE -------FOR SALE – INVESTMENT PROPERTY; price reduced, 6 residential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534 Couple looking to retire in Finleyville, or surrounding area. In search of small house or lot to put a modular home on. Looking for something private. Please contact us if you are looking to sell. Dave or_______________________________________________ Susan 412-655-7853 Monongahela 2 Story Duplex – 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, eat in kitchen, full basement with laundry hook-up, off street parking. Walking distance to Restaurant. Large, level yard. NO PETS permitted. Very clean and well maintained. $550.00 per month, plus utilities and Security Deposit. For more information call 724-344-4271. _______________________________________________ Mobile Home for Sale or Rent - located in mobile home park at 135 Union St., New Eagle. 3 bdrm, 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 _______________________________________________ Room For Rent - 72 sq ft bedroom for rent, $190/month + 190 dep + 1/2 elec. Round Hill Park, Elizabeth Twp area, country setting. Call Jimmy 215 337 or text 412 628 7154 For Sale - 2 lots 5.96 acres and 9.59 acres South Huntington, Yock Schools, city water, tested for sand mound, in ground electric, great views, near Smithton. Bob Sales Agent 724-468-0000 Fabulous House for Sale in Finleyville! Inviting stone and brick tudor with wonderful room sizes, gleaming hardwood floors, first floor den, stone FP in living room, and stainless appliances in kitchen! Three bedrooms, 1.5 baths and an awesome newer Trex deck overlooking a spectacular treed level corner lot! Call for more details or a private tour. 412-576-3880 / apeters48@aol.com _______________________________________________ BANKRUPT FARM! COURT ORDERED SALE! JULY 27th & 28th! 5 acres - Spring - $16,900 10 acres - Huge View - $29,900 5 acres - Bass Pond - $39,900 24 tracts in all! Waterfall, spring-fed ponds, 30 mile views gorgeous country settings! Clear title, 100% guaranteed! Cooperstown Lake District, just off NY Thruway! Call (888) 7386994 or go to NewYorkLandandLakes.com _______________________________________________

Rent To Own Home 3 Beds 2 Baths $70k 300 Per Month Go to www.RentToOwnZone.com _______________________________________________ 20 ACRES FREE! Buy 40-Get 60 Acres. $0-Down $198/mo. Money Back Guarantee, NO CREDIT CHECKS. Beautiful Views. Roads/Surveyed. Near El Paso, Texas. 1-800-843-7537 www.SunsetRanches.com _______________________________________________ $18/Month Auto Insurance - Instant Quote - Any Credit Type Accepted - Get the Best Rates In Your Area. Call (877) 958-6972 Now _______________________________________________ 20 Acres Free! Buy 40-get 60 acres. $0- Down, $198/mo. Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks Beautiful Views. Roads/Surveyed. Near El Paso, Texas 1-800-843-7537 www.sunsetranches.com _______________________________________________

------------- SERVICES ---------Ron’s Painting – interior/exterior – over 30 years exp., free estimates – neat & reliable. 724-348-5731. Dog Training: AKC Canine Good Citizen, therapy dog, obedience, puppies, manners, more! Karyn727@comcast.net or 412-8554678. _______________________________________________ L.B.D. Wood Floors – We refinish, install, and repair hardwood floors. Ask about our peace of mind policy… Free estimates call 412-245-7963 _______________________________________________ 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. FAMILY MOVIE TRANSFERS AND DVD MONTAGE CREATIONS BY DEB CHEPLIC. Transfer family 8mm and Super 8 reel (projector) movies to DVD – also transfer VHS, VHS-C DV tapes, vinyl records and cassettes. Movies transferred digitally, frame by frame, for superior clarity. No projector flicker – reasonable rates. Create a one of a kind DVD Montage of special family events. 724-258-5336; email: dcheplic@gmail.com Web page:

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Need a Primary Care Physician? Come meet Laurie S. Molinda, M.D., and her staff on Thursday, Sept. 19

Dr. Molinda with Jaime Hudachek, medical assistant; Kim Black, medical assistant; and Carla Sanpietro, office manager

from 2-6 p.m. Welcome this specialist in internal medicine to our community, meet her staff, tour the office, enjoy

Martik Plaza 6108 Brownsville Road Extension, Suite 204

refreshments and

Finleyville, PA 15332

free screenings.

724-782-0723

Ribbon cutting at 2 p.m.

Most insurances accepted.

MM/MK-UFM/MVM/7-13