Vol. 2, Issue 3
2012
OCTOBER
Ginger Hill Grange Celebrates 100th Anniversary
SPORTS: Charleroi’s CMFL Team Holds Season Opener
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INDEX: Local News . . . . . . . . . 3 Places To Go . . . . . . . . 4 Business . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Food & Dining . . . . . . 24 Worship . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Health . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Home & Garden . . . . 28 Ask The Expert . . . . . 30 School . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Death Notices . . . . . . 35 Entertainment . . . . . . 35 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . 36
FRE COP E Y!
Mon Valley YMCA Sponsors 3rd Annual John Barbero Memorial Sports Auction
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he Mon Valley YMCA is sponsoring the 3rd Annual John Barbero Memorial Auction on Sunday, November 11 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. to honor the memory of John Barbero, longtime public address announcer of the Pittsburgh Penguins. Proceeds from the auction will be used to award a scholarship each year in John’s honor to a deserving high school senior from our Valley and to help underwrite programs for youth and teen activities. In addition to the auctions and cash prize drawings, some of the events will include complimentary pizza, cookies and beverages, face painting, balloon art, plus special visits from the Pirate Parrot, Steely McBeam, Iceburg and Froggy. Over $5,000 in cash and prizes will be given away with a drawing every half hour beginning at 1:30 p.m. Prizes include $1,000 and two $500 cash prizes, a flat screen TV with stand, a Flex-steel luxury recliner and a YMCA family membership. The live auction items include a Steelers ticket package, Penguins ticket package and other sports celebrity memorabilia to be announced. The silent auction offers sporting event tickets, gift certificates for dining out, goods and services with a special section set-up by Don Spagnolo, Steel City Auction that features autographed sports and celebrity memorabilia with certificates of authenticity. Ticket cards with 25 chances can be purchased for the Chinese auction featuring gift baskets and items from local Valley businesses. The committee is encouraging local businesses, professionals or individuals that would like to support youth and teen programming and the scholarship fund to contact the Y or committee members to donate sports event and cultural tickets, vacation retreats, services, gift certificates for merchandise and dining out or re-gift new items that will never be used. Tickets are $5 per person with no charge for children under 12. To purchase tickets contact the Y at 724-483-8077.
MACC and Local Businesses Gear Up for Monongahela Halloween Parade
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he Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce and Attorney Michelle Watson along with local businesses will sponsor the annual Halloween Parade on Wednesday, October 24. The Ringgold High School Marching Ram Band will be featured. Entry forms are available at Dorothea’s Boutique, Chaney’s Wellness Center, Charleroi Federal Savings Bank, or the Chamber Office. All entry forms should be returned to those respective locations by October 19. Mini-float category must have one person on board. Cash prizes will be awarded. All vehicles in the parade must have a Halloween theme or be pulling a float. Strict limitations will be enforced along the parade route including: no dirt bikes, motorcycles or quads. No political banners are permitted. Preliminary judging will take place at the reviewing stand at 3rd and Main St. To be eligible for prize money, you must report to the Aquatorium for final judging. Cash prizes will be awarded to finalists. Line up at 6 p.m. in Chess Park. Parade begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Monetary donations for the parade are now being accepted and may be mailed to the Monongahela Chamber office, 212 W. Main St., Monongahela. For more information, call 724-258-5919.
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Pumpkin Patch Trolley Starts October 5 at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Embrace the change of seasons and leap into fall with the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum’s annual Pumpkin Patch Trolley, which runs Friday through Sunday October 5-28 and Monday, October 8 for Columbus Day. At the event, visitors will ride on an antique trolley to the pumpkin patch to select their pumpkin to decorate. Families can take a tour and see trolleys and enjoy other kids’ activities, including complimentary apple cider, a hay bale fort, “corn pit” with hidden prizes and games. The event runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day with the last ride to the pumpkin patch at 4:15 p.m. Also, the museum will offer park and ride service from the museum’s parking lot to the Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts Christmas Festival (Friday through Sunday October 19-21 and Saturday and Sunday October 27-28) at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Service runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from the museum (1 Museum Road, Washington, PA 15301). Round-trip trolley tickets to the festival’s main gate are only $2 per person (kids under 3 are free); rate does not include Pumpkin Patch activities or the museum. Pumpkin Patch admission also includes unlimited rides on multiple trolleys and tours of the Trib Total Media Trolley Display Building (which houses 30 trolleys from all over the region). Displays include the photo-
graphic exhibit “Streetcar Suburbs: Linking Neighborhoods, Building Communities” and an introductory film on the Trolley Era. Visitors can also shop in the Museum Store. Kids can also explore play trolley car 225 and enjoy the Thomas and Chuggington play tables. Admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (62+), $7 for kids (1-15), and free for kids under 1. A special family rate of $35 covers up to two adults/seniors and four children. Admission includes pumpkin for each child; additional pumpkins are $2. To reach the museum, take I-79 to Exit 41 Racetrack Road or Route 19 to Racetrack Road, then follow the blue signs three miles to the museum. For more information, please visit www.patrolley.org or call 724-2289256. Group (20 or more) rate also available.
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PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO PUMPKIN PATCH TROLLEY - Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sunday October 5-28 and Monday, October 8 for Columbus Day, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (last ride 4:15 p.m.). Ride an antique trolley to the pumpkin patch to select a pumpkin then decorate. Families can take a tour and enjoy other kids’ activities including complimentary apple cider, a hay bale fort; “corn pit” with hidden prizes; and games. For more information, visit www.patrolley.org or call 724-228-9256. Group (20 or more) rate also available. OCTOBER 1 FREE BEGINNER CLOG DANCE LESSON offered by the Mon Valley Cloggers. Those who continue pay $20 for each 10-week session. To register, call Cliff or Pat Loehr at 412384-6442. OCTOBER 2 MID-MON VALLEY SHIPMATES MEETING - 7 p.m. at the James C. Ford Post 949 American Legion, Carroll Twp. Meeting is open to all former and active members of the Navy, Coast Guard and/or Merchant Marines. OCTOBER 3 AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY COUNCIL MEETING- for Washington-FayetteGreene County will meet at the Uniontown American Legion Post 51. Executive meeting begins at 10:30 a.m. and regular meeting will follow at 11 a.m. For reservations, call Rita Kisko at 724-439-6189. OCTOBER 4 TURKEY SHOOT - The Centerville Borough Sportsmen Association will be hosting a Turkey Shoot at noon. Contact Tom Bastian, Jr. at 724-986-0517 or Frank Bastian at 724785-3822 with any questions.
OCTOBER 4, 11, 18, 25 KNITTERS NIGHTS - The Memory Tree and Yarn Branch, Monongahela, 6:30-9 p.m. Knitters of all levels and experience get together to work on their current project, share ideas, and help each other out. (Those who are very new beginners, may want to attend our Tuesday evening classes instead.) No registration is necessary. Cost is $5. Beginner classes will be held October 9, 16, 23, 30, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $10 per person; yarn and needles are additional. Call today to reserve your spot for a class: 724-258-6758. OCTOBER 5 APPLE / FALL FESTIVAL - The Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc., will host its annual Apple/Fall Festival on Friday, October 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Monongahela Valley Hospital campus. A variety of foods will be served. The Auxiliary will sell crafts and vendors will be selling a variety of gifts. For more information, call 724-2581167. OCTOBER 6 RINGGOLD CLASS OF 1972 40TH REUNION - Anthony’s on the Mon, 119 River Avenue, Belle Vernon, 6:30 p.m. Classmates wishing to attend this event are asked to contact Terri Josephi Clement at 724-747-2243 or tclement45@comcast.net. Information and registration for the event are available on the class’s Facebook site at Ringgold High School Class of ’72 Reunion (event), at www.facebook.com/events/207058966086793/. FALL FLEATIQUE ON THE MON – Main Street, Route 88, Monongahela and New Eagle, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sponsored by Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. Crafters, vendors, flea market. Book sale at Monongahela Area Library.
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION ANNUAL WASHINGTON AND MON VALLEY HEART WALK - CONSOL Energy Park, Washington. Registration, 9 a.m.; walk, 10 a.m. Teams and individual walkers are encouraged to participate. Registration and sponsorship information is available by contacting Diana Cummings of the Washington County division of the American Heart Association at 1-888-988-2179, ext. 3473 or by visiting www.heart.org/washingtonwalk. OCTOBER 6-7 43RD FALL FESTIVAL - Trax Farms, 528 Trax Road, Finleyville, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Hayrides, four-acre corn maze, petting zoo, pony rides, and more. Live music. For a complete list of events, musicians and menu, visit www.traxfarms.com. Evening hayrides offered Wednesday and Friday through October 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.; please preregister. BOOK SALE - West Newton Library is havng a book sale on October 6 from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. and October 7 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Historic Plumer House located at 131 South Water St., West Newton. For more information, please call 724-872-0100. OCTOBER 7 FREE FAMILY FESTIVAL - Bible Alliance Church, 1300 Mt. Pleasant Road, West Newton, 4-9 p.m. Bonfire, hay rides, bouncy house, games, food, and more. Featuring music by Good News Blues. Call the church office at 724-872-5570 for more information. ROCKTOBER FEST - 1-5 p.m. at Vine Street Park, West Newton, among local car, truck, motorbike, hot rods and muscle car enthusiasts. For more information, contact Mayor Mary Popovich at 724-972-3779 or via email at mary@mayorpopovichwn.org. Cruisers’ entrance fee is $5.
OCTOBER 8 FREE BEGINNER CLOG DANCE LESSON offered by the Mon Valley Cloggers. Those who continue pay $20 for each 10-week session. To register, call Cliff or Pat Loehr at 412384-6442. OCTOBER 9 CORNING/WORLD KITCHEN RETIREES’ ASSOCIATION OF CHARLEROI MEETING - at Riverside Place, 303 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi at 2 p.m. A speaker is scheduled. New members welcome. MAGIC SHOW - Nate Staniforth at 7 p.m. at Cal U in the Convocation Center. Free. Content is suitable for all ages. For questions, call 724-938-4600. To see a video clip of Nate Staniforth’s street magic, visit www.calu.edu. ANNUAL LIBRARY LUNCHEON - Friends of Monessen Public Library will hold their Library Luncheon at noon. For more information, call 724-684-4750 or 724-684-9083. OCTOBER 10 MONTHLY CARD PARTY - Odd Fellows Hall, Gastonville, 6-9 p.m. Sponsored by the Mon Valley Rebekahs. Light lunch served. Public welcome. MONONGAHELA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OCTOBER MEETING - 6 pm at Monongahela Valley Hospital Lombardi Education Center. Our guest speaker for this meeting is Pennsylvania State Senator Timothy Solobay. Senator Solobay will be discussing what is happening at the state level that will impact small businesses. A public forum will also be featured. Cost per person $20 for Chamber Members and $25 for Non Members. Call 724-258-5919 to reserve your seat. Please respond no later than October 6.
October 2012 —————————————————————————————————————————— OCTOBER 11 PARANORMAL RESEARCH PROGRAM Monongahela Area Library, 7 p.m. Presented by the Mon Valley Paranormal Research Society. Learn about how the paranormal is investigated. The program is free. For more information, call 724-258-5409. TURKEY SHOOT - The Centerville Borough Sportsmen Association will be hosting a Turkey Shoot at noon. Contact Tom Bastian, Jr. at 724-986-0517 or Frank Bastian at 724785-3822 with any questions. HOMESCHOOL OUTDOOR CLASSROOM Homeschool Outdoor Classroom, Shelter 4, Mingo Creek County Park. Session I will begin at 10 a.m.; Session II will begin at 1 p.m. Hike through fields and forests in search of seeds and discover how they travel, what they need to grow, and which ones are edibles. For homeschooled children ages 5 to 11. To register, call 724-228-6867. No fee. OCTOBER 11 CHARLEROI LODGE#615 MEETING OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS - 7:30 p.m. in the Masonic Lodge, corner of 7th and McKean, Charleroi. For more information, call 724-984-6611. OCTOBER 12 AND 13 ANNUAL CANDLELIGHT GHOSTWALK – 7 p.m. starting at the library parking lot. Storytellers will reveal the secrets that lie within the 18th century homes you will pass! The VIP Tour is October 13 and 20 for $25 which includes the original ghostwalk plus a full tour of one of the haunted houses led by the owner. For reservations, call 724-258-6432. OCTOBER 13 LOIS ORANGE DUCOEUR BREAST CANCER WALK - 1 - 2 mile fun walk will begin at the Charleroi Market House with registration at 9 a.m. and the walk will commence at 10 a.m. Additional information can be found at www.teamcharleroi.org or on FACEbook/LoisOrange-Ducoeur-Breast-Cancer-Walk. WSO SEASON OPENER “SCORED TO DEATH” - Trinity High School, Washington, 8 p.m. Washington Symphony Orchestra concert features a variety of selections to set the tone for a musical scare ride. The California University choir will join in for selections from Mozart’s Requiem. Event will feature the world premiere of Washington & Jefferson College music professor Kyle Simpson’s latest work. “Pittsburgh Stepped Through the Fire.” Advance tickets are available at all Washington Financial bank offices, Citizens Library, online at www.washsym.org or by phone at 724-223-9796. FALL FUN DAY - Mingo Creek Park, Shelter 6, 1-4 p.m. Join the Washington County Department of Parks & Recreation for pumpkin carving, hayrides, cider sippin’, marshmal-
low toasting and scarecrow stuffing. Pre-registration is required; call 724-228-6867. Fee for hayrides is $2 per person, pumpkins are $4, and hay for scarecrows is provided free, but bring your own scarecrow clothes. OCTOBER 13-14 43RD FALL FESTIVAL - Trax Farms, 10 a.m.5 p.m. Hayrides, petting zoo, pony rides, a bounce house and more. Live music. For a complete list of events, visit www.traxfarms.com. Evening hayrides offered Wednesday and Friday through October 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.; please preregister. OCTOBER 14 PUPPY UP WALK - Monessen City Park Walking Track, Grand Blvd. Registration at 11:30 a.m., walk starts at 1 p.m. Support those with cancer, honor the friends we’ve lost, and walk for those we can help. Register online at www.2MillionDogs.org. For more information, contact Marei Burnfield at 724-972-2278. OCTOBER 14 FASHIONS FOR A CURE - fashion show/luncheon at the Willow Room, 800 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon from 2 to 6 p.m. $40/advance $45 door. Chinese and silent auctions, door prizes, 50/50, fashion show, buffet lunch and entertainment. Partial proceeds given to Jefferson Branch UPMC Cancer Center’s Patient’s Assistance Fund. For more information, call 412-233-7242 or UPMC Cancer Center- Jefferson at 412-653-8100. PENNY BINGO - Madonna Catholic Regional School Hall, 731 Chess St., Monongahela, 1-4 p.m. Donation of $10. Lunch, games, basket auction, door prizes. Sponsored by Columbiettes Monongahela. For more information, contact Irene at 724-258-8634. CEMENT CITY WALKING TOUR - Donora Historical Society will present its 2nd Annual Cement City Walking Tour. The event, which is open to the public, will include a presentation at the Donora Smog Museum at 6th St. and McKean Ave. beginning at 1 p.m. Register at www.donorahistoricalsociety.org or by calling 724-823-0364.
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dren in attendance. For more information, please call 724-984-6611. OCTOBER 21 SPAGHETTI DINNER - Speers United Methodist Church, Charleroi, from 12:30 2:30 p.m. Spaghetti , meatballs, salad, bread, dessert, and drink (iced tea or water). $7 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under. Eat in or take out by calling 724-483-2372. OCTOBER 24 MONONGAHELA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HALLOWEEN PARADE - Line up at Chess Park, 6 p.m.; parade begins at 6:30 p.m. Entry forms are available at Dorothea’s Boutique, Chaney’s Wellness Center, Charleroi Federal Savings Bank, or the Chamber Office. Preliminary judging will take place at the reviewing stand at Third and Main streets. Monetary donations may be mailed to the Monongahela Chamber office, 212 West Main Street, Monongahela. For more information, call 724-258-5919. OCTOBER 25 LADIES NIGHT OUT FASHION AND VENDOR SHOW - Willow Room, Belle Vernon. Doors open at 6 p.m. with fashion show at 7 p.m. Live music, hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, vendors offering beauty and other services, giveaways, and a Chinese auction. $20 for adults, and $15 for ages 12 and under. Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $25 . Call 724-379-5666 to order your tickets today. OCTOBER 27 MIDDLE EASTERN DINNER - St. Michael Orthodox Church, Monessen, 4-7 p.m. Adults $14, children under 11 $8. Take-out available. For tickets call Joan at 724-483-8884. OCTOBER 27-28 43RD FALL FESTIVAL - Trax Farms, 10 a.m.5 p.m. Hayrides, petting zoo, pony rides, a bounce house and more. Live music. For a complete list of events, visit www.traxfarms.com. Evening hayrides offered Wednesday and Friday through October 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.; please preregister.
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CAHS, Inc. Announces October Speaker; Plans for Annual Dinner The September program meeting of the Charleroi Area Historical Society, Inc. took place at the Riverside Place (SPHS Senior Center) with Beth Perret presiding. Perret asked Nikki Sheppick to lead in the Pledge of Allegiance then turned the meeting over to the Society Program Coordinator and Vice President, Lois Hawe, who introduced Josh Scully as the evening speaker. Scully, a graduate of California University, is a teacher in the Uniontown School District. He proceeded to give some early pre-American, Colonial, and French and Indian history that led to the French & Indian War. After Scully took a few quesCAHS, Inc. Board of Directors tions, some discussion followed. Hawe thanked and Treasurer Vicki Molesky (left) and Program President Beth Scully and announced the October meeting speakPerret (right) peruse information er will be Bob DeCroo and the subject will be on about the upcoming End-of-thethe process of glass making. Year Annual CAHS, Inc. Dinner A short business meeting took place afterward to be held November 19, 2012. with Karen Jurzcak reading the minutes and Vicki Molesky giving a treasurer's report. Perret made a few announcements about a meeting taking place in Harrisburg on arts and history, a request regarding a stainless steel jewelry shop that was in the Twilight Hollow area, and the donation of two bottles and antique Christmas decorations. She then asked the members what their vote was concerning the End-of-the-Year Annual CAHS, Inc. Dinner, presenting them with various locations, dates and choices. The members voted and more information would be gathered and provided to them in the near future. November will be the last CAHS, Inc. program meeting for 2012 with a re-organizational period to take place till March of 2013. Board of Director business meetings will continue throughout the year, weather permitting. The 3rd quarterly CAHS, Inc. MV Courier newsletters were distributed to the members attending. A social followed with refreshments provided by hostesses Dolly Greer, LaVerne Williams, Perret and Leota Voelker.
Cal U’s Christmas Carol Auditions Set for October 6 California University’s Department of Theatre and Dance, along with the Mon Valley Dance Council, will audition singers and dancers for roles in A Christmas Carol on October 6 in Steele Hall Mainstage Theatre. Performers may audition for singing and/or dancing roles in the musical version of the holiday classic. Participants should dress appropriately and arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled audition times. Male and female performers of all ages and ability levels are needed. Auditions are scheduled by age: • Ages 6-8: dance, 11 a.m.; singing, 11:55 a.m. • Ages 9-12: singing, 11 a.m.; dance, 11:55 a.m. • Ages 13-18: dance, 12:50 p.m.; singing, 1:35 p.m. • Adults: singing, 12:50 p.m.; dancing, 1:35 p.m. Performance dates will be December 6 - 9. Dr. Michael Slavin will direct the musical, with choreography by Diane Eperthener. For more information, call Cal U’s Department of Theatre and Dance at 724-938-4220.
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Mid-Mon Valley Shipmates Move Forward with Veterans’ Day Parade Plans The Mid-Mon Valley Shipmates September meeting was opened by CO Bill Hess, followed by the playing of the Navy Hymn, the invocation by Chaplain Marshall Lignian, and the Pledge of Allegiance. Joseph Tencer of California PA, was introduced and was voted in the affirmative to be accepted into the organization as a new member. Joe was a BM3 and served from 1975 to 1978 aboard the USS Savannah AOR-4. Marshall Lignian read a thank you letter from the George Washington ChapterSAR, Wreaths Across America, for our donation to the program. Because we donated 50 wreaths, the Chapter is adding another 25 to our credit, which means a total of 75 wreaths from the Shipmates were donated. On December 15 at 1 p.m. volunteer help will be needed to place the wreaths on the graves at the Allegheny Veteran Cemetery. The Chapter also sent 50 pins and cards to the Shipmates. Marshall read a copy of the letter sent to Flag Factory in Castle Shannon for their donation of the flags to the flag committee. A bus trip to the WW-2 National Monument in Washington, DC is planned for October 2. Anyone wishing to go must be in Monroeville at 6:30 a.m. for bus loading. This is a one-day trip. There is no charge for the bus ride. George Essey passed around a sample of what is being done with the information he requested from everyone about their service life. Blank forms were given to those present who haven't responded to the earlier requests. Any changes in phone numbers should be brought to the attention of George Hutchko. Plans are progressing for the November 11 parade, however, help is still being requested. See Joe Acton if you are available. XO Barry Anders agreed to be the chairperson of the parade committee since Henry Venanzi resigned. The tentative date for the annual Christmas party is Tuesday, December 18, at the Legion Home. The picnic follow-up report was given by Joe Gallo. Joe thanked the committee for picking up the task after he was sidelined with illness. Marshall reported that the flag committee has received a call for a school in Bealsville and requested help from anyone who would like to serve on the committee, at which time Nancy Horvath volunteered. Jim Caserta sent a thank you letter to Wal-Mart for permitting us to make our collection at their store. The dismissal prayer was given and the meeting was adjourned until the next regular meeting on October 2.
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Pick Your Own! Triple B Farms opens orchard to customers hungry for the region’s tastiest apples Triple B Farms will open its apple orchard to pick-your-own customers on weekends from August 25 through October 31. Customers can walk to the apple orchard to pick their own apples from 10 a.m.4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays starting August 25. First varieties to be picked: Galas & Honeycrisps. Stay tuned for more varieties as the apples ripen. Three different sized bags are available and priced for families to enjoy! You might think that an apple is an apple is an apple, but you’d be amazed at how much better a fresh-from-the-field apple tastes than a grocery store apple. When apples don’t sit on the shelf, they retain a crispness that just can’t come from the grocery store. If you don’t want to pick your own, Triple B has homegrown apples available in the farm market every day of the week. Apple season already began a couple weeks ago, so visit the farm anytime for your apple fix. Bag Your Own and Mix & Match varieties in the Farm Market for $5 a bag! Huge savings! The farm’s bakery also turns out fresh apple baked goods every day, including muffins, breads, pies and more. And the Triple B Country Market and Gift Shop sells other apple items, including baking mixes for apple cookies and apple crisps (just add fresh Triple B apples), apple-cinnamon syrup, apple butter and other delicacies. If you are interested in a particular variety, or if you would like to buy a large quantity of apples for canning, please call the farm in advance at 724-258-3557 to check availability or place an order. Triple B Farms is open every day through Oct. 31. Come on out for a pleasant day in the autumn sunshine. Starting September 29, Pittsburgh’s Finest Family Apple & Pumpkin Festival will open at Triple B Farms, with pick-your-own pumpkins, hayrides, more than 250 pumpkin-headed characters, tube slides, a playground, a mini corn maze, a haunted barn and more. For more information, visit www.triplebfarms.com or LIKE us on FACEBOOK for everyday updates!
Fayette Friends of Animals Has Dogs and Cats Ready for New Homes Fayette Friends of Animals, a local no-kill shelter, has many adorable dogs and cats. All the animals are altered and up-to-date on their shots. Lola, Jackson, and Toby have been at the shelter for several months and are ready for a forever home. Lola is a senior poodle mix who needs a less stressful environment. Jackson is a sweet Jack Russell mix, approximately seven years old and full of playful energy. Toby is an extremely friendly beagle mix who loves companionship. The shelter has several cats and kittens. Mia, Bud, Snowball, Glam and Kelsey have been at the shelter for two years and are ready for a loving forever home. Feel free to visit fayettefriendsofanimals.net to view more of the animals up for adoption. If adopting a pet isn’t right for you, the shelter is in need of cat litter and canned cat food. FFOA is located one mile off of Route 40 between Brownsville and Uniontown.
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Garden Club Federation of PA District X Holds Annual Fall Meeting
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Support the Greater Monessen Historical Society! Participate in Day of Giving
By Alice Harris
The Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania District X held its annual fall meeting on September 6, 2012 at the Nemicolin Country Club in Beallsville, PA. Club awards were presented and State President Gayle Corle installed District X's new Garden Club Federation of PA District X President Mary Jane officers: President, Mary Martucci of Charleroi welcomes members to the annual fall Jane Martucci of Charleroi; meeting held at Nemacolin Country Club in Beallsville. Vice President, Haddie Weber of South Park; Treasurer, Jeffrey Ciferno of Charleroi; and Secretary, Alice Harris of California/Coal Center. The meeting was followed by a luncheon and a program by past State President Dorothy Yard titled "Plant Potpourrie." Ten local clubs comprise District X and include Charleroi Garden Club, Charleroi; Giant Oaks Garden Club, Venetia/McMurray/Peters; Great Meadows, Ohiopyle area; Garden Club of Munhall; Uniontown Flower Club; Martha Washington Garden Club, Washington; MonValley Garden Club, California/Coal Center; Pleasant Hills Garden Club; Valley Garden Club, Belle Vernon; and Town and Country Garden Club, Rices Landing.
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The Greater Monessen Historical Society will be participating in the annual Day of Giving 2012 on Wednesday, October 3, sponsored by the Community Foundation of Westmoreland County and the Pittsburgh Foundation. The event will be held from 12 a.m .to 11:59 p.m. All donations during that 24-hour period will receive a pro-rated portion of the match pool. It’s an excellent opportunity to stretch a donation to make it worth more. Only credit card donations received through WestmorelandGives.com or PittsburghGives.com during the 24 hours of October 3 will be matched for this event. No donations via check, cash or stock will be accepted during this event. Only MasterCard and Visa donations will be accepted and matched for this event. Discover and AMEX donations will not be accepted or matched. Each gift is 100% tax deductible. The minimum gift per organization is $25. The maximum gift that an individual
can give per organization that will be matched is $10,000. In other news, the Colonel James M. Schoonmaker and Mon Valley Civil War Veterans Exhibit continues at the museum. The displays trace the life and achievements of the youngest colonel in the Union Army, who was a founder of the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad and the town of Monessen. He was a lifelong advocate for veteran causes and a long-time president of the PA Association of the Blind. The Monessen Heritage Museum is located at 505 Donner Ave. and is open Wednesday - Saturday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The phone number is 724684-6460. The Greater Monessen Historical Society is located on Facebook. The Society webpage is www.monessenhistoricalsociety.org. For email inquiries, please use: Monessen@verizon.net. Membership is $15 per year for an individual and $20 for a family.
Rocktober Fest Returns to West Newton With Added Attractions
(l-r) Gina C. Lynn, GRC Executive; Teaha Nahar; Keith Peer, GRC President
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Jessica Mattozzi and Keith Peer, GRC President
The Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce had the opportunity recently to meet up with two of our three annual scholarship award recipients. Teaha Nahar is an office technology medical administration major at Westmoreland Co. Community College and Jessica Mattozzi is a health information technology student at Douglas Education Center. The GRC Fall Classic Golf Outing is the main source of funding for the three scholarships that are awarded annually to Douglas Education Center, Westmoreland County Community College and California University of PA. We hope to meet up with the third recipient later this month.
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The Rocktober Fest is headed back to Vine Street Park in West Newton on Sunday, October 7 from 1-5 p.m. for its annual celebration among local car, truck, motorbike, hot rods and muscle car enthusiasts. The show will provide plenty of food and time to view the vehicles in anticipation of the judging and trophy presentation, where 60 trophies will be distributed, including a people’s choice award with one vote allowed per person. The event will also feature a Steelers Game Day theme with signed Steelers memorabilia available through a silent auction. All the Steelers game action will be available live on a flat screen TV in the West Newton gym with tables and seating to relax and enjoy the refreshments. In the event of rain, participants should be prepared to bring a picture of the actual vehicles for judging and placement on the wall of fame for a chance to win. Frankie Day and Glen Raymer from 770 KFB AM Morning Memory Show will be on hand to provide the music of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s. For more information, contact Mayor Mary Popovich at 724-972-3779 or via email at mary@mayorpopovichwn.org. Cruisers’ entrance fee is $5. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be designated for resurfacing of the Vine Street Park with re-cycled tires and solar lighting.
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MARC Annual Town Hall Meeting a Success By Christina Walko
MARC, Monongahela Area Revitalization Corporation, a nonprofit corporation made up of volunteers living, working or interested in the sustained development of the greater Monongahela Area, held its 6th annual town meeting at First Niagara Bank on September 17, 2012. Speakers at the meetJoe Acton, Tony Lombardi and Joe Kirk spoke at ing included Tony Lombardi, MARC’s 6th annual town meeting. President and Chief Executive Officer, Emeritus, of Monongahela Valley Hospital, and Joe Kirk, Executive Director of the Mon Valley Progress Council. Joe Acton, MARC member, opened the meeting, which was titled, “The Mon Valley Progress Council’s plan for growth in the Mid-Mon Valley.” Lombardi then gave opening remarks and introduced Kirk. The meeting was attended by 40 or so people, including Representative Pete Daley, who commented, “Monongahela has become the heart of the valley, a vibrant community with great leaders. We are very proud of Monongahela.” Kirk went on to speak of several areas where growth is needed and being planned for in the Mid-Mon Valley. The first was a discussion on the importance of transportation, highways and the progress of the Mon Valley Fayette Expressway, which $4 billion will be needed to complete. “Transportation projects are always expensive. How to fund them starts with public and private partnerships,” said Kirk. Kirk spoke also of the Mon Valley Progress Council’s initiative to work with local governments. The Council provides several services, including a statewide buying program, innovative ways to recycle, financial analysis of communities and tax credit incentives to communities. “There is more help and funding available when communities work together,” he stated. Monongahela joined with New Eagle and Carroll Twp. to form the Greater Monongahela area that MARC serves. More funding was available to the area by joining forces. Workforce readiness was also an issue that Kirk addressed. The Mon Valley Progress Council works with area schools and with the Career and Technology Center to help the Mon Valley have a ready work force for businesses that may come into the area, such as the shale industry. “Companies either will not flourish or will go elsewhere without a ready work force,” Kirk commented. The Center has offered some courses about success in the trade jobs and has taken the lead in that area. The meeting closed with a thank you to First Niagara Bank manager Karen Quinto and to SPHS for providing refreshments and with a thank you to those in attendance.
Mon Valley Quilt Club Seeks Members If you enjoy quilting and sharing your ideas with fellow quilters, become a member of the Mon Valley Quilt Club. The club meets the 1st Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Mon Valley YMCA, Carroll Twp. Guest speakers, community projects and club projects round out the club's activities. Call 724 483-8077 for more information.
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Monongahela Valley Hospital Auxiliary to Host Apple Fall Festival The Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc., will host its popular annual Apple/Fall Festival on Friday, Oct. 5, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Monongahela Valley Hospital campus. The event, which is open to the public, will be held in both the hospital’s outdoor Central Plaza and indoors at the Anthony M. Lombardi Education and Conference Center. A variety of foods will be served in each location. The Auxiliary will sell crafts that members have created and vendors will be selling a variety of gifts. In the plaza near the fountain, guests may purchase pepperoni rolls and funnel cakes. Indoors at the ECC, the menu includes hot dogs with sauerkraut or chili, grilled chicken salad, chili, potato casserole, apple dumplings and lemonade or coffee. MVH staff will have free information on breast cancer awareness.Proceeds are used to benefit patient care at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call the Gift Shop at 724-258-1167.
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Preparing for the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc., Apple/Fall Festival on Oct. 5 are Auxilian Jean Haddad, assistant chairperson of the Ways and Means Committee; Esther Hindmarsh, employee dining and special activities manager in the hospital’s Department of Nutrition and Food Service; Ruth Antonelli, auxiliary president; and Lillian Nard, chairperson of Ways and Means Committee.
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“Holly Days” Christmas Craft Show Slated for November 3 The Claysville Community Center will hold its fourth Annual “Holly Days” Christmas Craft Show on Saturday, November 3, from 9:00AM – 3:00PM. The event will be held at the Claysville Community Center and the Claysville American Legion Building. Admission is FREE! Attendees will enjoy two full buildings of home-made crafts, a Chinese auction, and many door prizes! A delicious lunch buffet will be served from 11:30AM to 2:00PM for only $8 per person. All attendees will receive a free ticket for the door prize drawing.The Claysville Community Center is located at 212 Main Street (Rt. 40) in Claysville, PA 15323. All proceeds will benefit the Claysville Community Center. For further information, call Gerri Claus at 724-663-5019.
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Ginger Hill Grange Celebrates 100th Anniversary by Paul Chasko
The Ginger Hill Grange has spent 100 years helping individuals and organizations in need in our surrounding community. The present membership is carrying on the tradition and promises to carry it into the future. Originally (around 1867) the Grange was established, in the most basic sense, as a farmer’s cooperative that pressed The Ginger Hill Grange is located on for the causes of farmers, including Rt. 136, Ginger Hill. issues of free trade and farm policy. Because of the shrinking farm population, the Grange began to widen its range to a wide variety of issues and today anyone is welcome to join. They think of themselves as a Grange serving the surrounding rural community. The Grange is a hierarchical organization with “Community or Subordinate Granges.” In most states the Subordinate Granges are Sign announcing the anniversary held by grouped to form “Pomona Granges” (l to r) Clyde Henry, Sally Holets, which are usually county-wide and Lillian Feldman and Tom Andrejchek so on to State Granges and so up to the National Grange. The Ginger Hill Grange began in 1912 when 56 like-minded residents organized and applied for a charter. The charter members purchased an acre of ground and began construction of a building in 1914. The first meeting was held in the building in 1917. The frame structure in use today looks much as it did externally in 1917 although many improvements have been made to modernize the interior. Present membership of the Ginger Hill Grange numbers 55 with 16 officers. The present Master of the Grange is Tom Andrejchak. The membership chooses a worthy project each year and raises funds to carry it to conclusion. The list of benefactors of their charitable work is too long to list here and include furnishing food banks, raising funds for individuals having serious health issues, missions, scholarship programs, emergency response groups – the list goes on and on. Their benefit spaghetti dinners alone have neted over $67,000 and there are few area folks who’ve not noticed their funnel cake trailer at community events which is another fundraising tool. If you’re interested in community service and in becoming a member of the Ginger Hill Grange, call me at 724 348-5797 and I’ll get you in touch with the right folks.
Crafters Wanted The Claysville Community Recreational Association will hold its 4th Annual "Holly Days" Christmas Craft Show on Saturday, November 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Claysville Community Center, 212 Main St. Cost is $20 per 8' table. Homemade crafts only, no vendors. Make your reservations early, as tables go fast. Contact Gerri Claus at 724-663-5019. All proceeds benefit the Claysville Community Center.
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Centerville Borough Holds Turkey Shoot The Centerville Borough Sportsmen Association will be hosting a Turkey Shoot on November 4 and 11 at noon. The following rules and regulations will apply: 1. The Turkey Shoot is open to all. 2. There will be three types of shoots, 15 shoots in all: Most BBs Lucky "X" Most BBs in the vital area of a turkey's head 3. Only 12, 16, & 20 gauge shotguns are allowed. Anything factory is allowed. Screw in chocks, poly chocks, etc. Nothing gunsmithed or home-modified. 3 wins per gun 4. The club supplies all shells. 5. Cost is $2.50 per shot. 6. There is no age limit, however, kids must be accompanied by an adult. 8. All targets are paper, not real turkeys. Contact Tom Bastian, Jr. at 724-986-0517 or Frank Bastian at 724-785-3822 with any questions.
State Theatre Launches Anniversary Events On October 24th, the State Theatre, located in Uniontown, will kick off their anniversary events with a float in the Uniontown Halloween Parade which begins at 6 p.m. Then, the State is a stop on the Fayette County Ghost Tour on October 26th. On the October 27th from 7 – 10 p.m., the State will hold a 90th Anniversary Party for patrons, subscribers, advertisers and donors. There will be music, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar at the event. A 50/50 and raffle items will also be available. Attendees are asked to RSVP to 724-439-1360 by October 15th. The theatre was built to be a movie palace. To show the current audience what the audiences of the ‘20s experienced at the theatre, two silent films will be shown. The first is the Douglas Fairbanks Robin Hood which was originally released in October of 1922 and will be shown on the State Theatre’s anniversary date of October 30th. On Halloween Night, October 31st, the State will show the original Dracula adaptation, Nosferatu. These movie showings are free of charge to all who attend. On November 1st, the State Theatre invites fellow Chamber of Commerce members to attend a mixer at the theatre at 5 p.m. Finally on November 3rd at our season performance by The Flying Karamozov Brothers at 8 p.m, we will have Audience Appreciation Night. This season, in honor of the theatre’s anniversary, a major fundraising campaign has been launched. This campaign is challenging 90 businesses and/or individuals to make a $1,000 or more contribution to the State Theatre Center for the Arts this season. Businesses and individuals who participate will receive a listing in our season programs, a listing on signage prominently displayed in our lobby throughout the season, 2 tickets to a 90th Anniversary Season Performance, 4 free passes to our Classic Film Series, an invitation to the 90th Anniversary Party, and the opportunity to buy a season program ad at half price with the ad included in the on screen ads prior to each film. Those who would like their entire donation to be a tax deductible gift may opt out of receiving these incentives. The 90 at $1,000 will support this season’s programming and operations and strengthen the theatre financially to ensure the theatre is here to serve the community for 90 more years. For more information on being a donor, please call 724-439-1360.
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Mon Valley Actors & Artists Plan Fall Performing Arts Classes for Young Students
The cast of Seussical, Jr. takes time out to enjoy a job well done.
Coming off the very successful production of Seussical, Jr., Mon Valley Actors & Artists (MVAA) are planning their fall classes. MVAA is a studio for fine arts, located in the Schooner Youth Center in Monessen. Each year they offer classes in various areas of the performing arts. This fall the classes will concentrate on the production of a show and all that entails. Catering to the middle school-aged student, MVAA classes are open to students between the ages of 8 and 18. The requirement is that the attendee is able to read. Those who attend the classes will be shown basic acting skills through various activities. They will also work on other aspects of production such as directing, stage managing and set design. At the end of the fall session, the students will be involved in a production open to the public. The classes are held every Thursday evening, from 6:30 - 8 p.m. starting October 4. They take place at the Schooner Youth Center at a cost of $75. For more information, call Debi Anderson at 724-684-4034 or email monvalleyactorsartists@gmail.com
Monongahela Schedules Annual Candlelight Ghostwalk The Monongahela Area Historical Society presents the Annual Candlelight Ghostwalk on October 12, 13, 19, 20 at 7 p.m. starting at the library parking lot on Main St. A chill in the air ... goosebumps in the night ... unexplained occurrences ... all part of your experience as you walk the darkened streets of Monongahela with costumed storytellers who will reveal the secrets that lie within the 18th century homes you will pass along your journey! The VIP Tour is October 13 and 20 for $25, which includes the original ghostwalk plus a full tour of one of the haunted houses led by the owner and refreshments. Please' "hang around" for a group discussion. Cameras are welcomed! For reservations, call 724-258-6432.
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Rich Ermlick Presents Music Program at Mon Valley YMCA "Music, Sound and the Power to Heal" will be presented at the Mon Valley YMCA by Rich Ermlick on Thursday, October 11th at 8 p.m. In Rich's words, "Come discuss and experience the unique power of music and sound to shift your mind, body, and spirit. People have been using sound and music to relax, energize, affect a healing response, and access altered states of mind for thousands of years. This presentation is interactive and experiential." Rich has been educating and entertaining through his music and plays a wide variety of instruments. To register call the Mon Valley YMCA at 724-483-8077.
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West Newton Library Holds Book Sale West Newton Library is havng a book sale on October 6 from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. and October 7 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Historic Plumer House located at 131 South Water St., West Newton.Our last sale was rained out, so it is your chance to get tons of books for only $5 a bag. We have over 1,000 books to choose from, hardback and softback. Many categories to choose from. So come early and stay awhile, we have over 4 rooms of books to browse through. Proceeds from the sale benefit the West Newton Library. Sale sponsored by Downtown West Newton Inc. and Norwin Public Library. For more information, please call 724-872-0100.
Monessen Public Library Offers October Programs for Children Rich Ermlick
Cal U listed among ‘Best in the Northeast’ for 8th Consecutive Year The Princeton Review cites Cal U’s ‘commitment to excellence’ in academics California University of Pennsylvania remains one of the best universities in the northeastern United States, according to The Princeton Review. The nationally known education services company selected Cal U as one of the 222 institutions it profiles in the Best in the Northeast section of its “2013 Best Colleges: Region By Region” listing at www.PrincetonReview.com. This is the 8th consecutive year that Cal U has been recognized by The Princeton Review. Nationally, 633 colleges — about 25% of the country’s 2,500 four-year institutions — were named as regional bests this year. Colleges designated as “best” were chosen primarily for their excellent academic programs, according to Robert Franek, The Princeton Review’s senior vice president and publisher. Schools were selected based on data collected at hundreds of institutions, visits to schools, and the opinions of independent and high-schoolbased college advisers who are invited to share their recommendations. Student comments also play an important role in the annual rankings.
StoryTime continues on Monday afternoons at 2:30 p.m. for pre-school children and Monday evenings at 6 p.m. for families; all ages welcome.Each last Monday there will be a guest reader. October 29, we will feature Representative Ted Harhai, reading No Star Nights by Anna Egan Smucker. This book describes what life was like in a steel town when the mills were still operating. Children will be invited to create a “depression plant” on a piece of coal. To celebrate Halloween, on October 22, the library will have a frightful appearance by Mr. Gravely MacCabre and Autumn from the scary Castle Blood. Mr. MacCabre will read Goodnight Goon, a delightful parody of the classic Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown. There will be an especially gross craft as well.
Monongahela Valley Hospital Site of Smoking Cessation Classes Did you make a New Year’s resolution to quit smoking and you just haven’t gotten around to kicking the habit yet, or do you want to get a jump on living a tobacco-free life in 2013? The Primary Care Resource Center (PCRC) at Monongahela Valley Hospital is offering smoking cessation classes which will be held each Thursday in October from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Each of the classes will be held in the PCRC, which is located on the fourth floor of the hospital. The classes are offered at no charge to PCRC patients, MVH employees and anyone with a referral from an MVH-affiliated primary care physician. The fee is $20 for the complete program for all others. Space is limited and registration is required prior to September 30. To register, call 724-258-1932.
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Free Multimedia Magic Show at California University
Donora History Society Schedules Cement City Walking Tour
Forget the cheesy boxes, scarves and top hats. This is jaw-dropping, close-up magic — and it’s about to appear on the Cal U campus. Nate Staniforth will bring his award-winning “street magic” and multimedia stage show to Cal U as part of Homecoming festivities 7 p.m. on October 9 in the Convocation Center. The University is inviting local residents to join Cal U students, alumni and employees at the free show. Staniforth is known across the country for staging “campus invasions” at colleges and universiNate Staniforth ties. He arrives early with a video camera and spends the day filming as he performs close-up magic tricks for small groups of students. Video highlights — and the students’ reactions — become part of the evening’s stage show, which combines stunning illusions, original music, audience participation and video to create a one-of-a-kind multimedia presentation. The Nate Staniforth show is free and open to the public. Content is suitable for all ages. For questions or information about handicap accessibility, call the Convocation Center Box Office at 724-938-4600. To see a video clip of Nate Staniforth’s street magic, visit www.calu.edu.
Donora Historical Society will present its 2nd Annual Cement City Walking Tour on Sunday, October 14. The event, which is open to the public, will include a presentation at the Donora Smog Museum at 6th St. and McKean Ave. beginning at 1 p.m. The program will include a presentation of pictures, blueprints and artifacts at the Smog Museum. The photos were taken during construction of Cement City by Bruce Dreisbach, Donora’s original photographer, and offer a distinct look at the unique housing complex. Light refreshments will be served. Following the museum program, participants will car-pool to Cement City for the walking tour of the district that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996. The tour will offer the opportunity to view the various architectural details of Cement City structures from the outside. Participants also will go into an actual home, portions of which have been restored the period of construction. Today, for the most part, the houses in Cement City maintain much of their original appearance. The walking tour is free but donations will be accepted. Additional information and registration are available by calling 724-823-0364 or visiting the website at www.donorahistoricalsociety.org.
Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA Can Help It doesn't matter if you are in an abusive relationship or have already left one; Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA empowerment counseling can help you. Our individual empowerment counseling provides one-on-one counseling, information and referrals, and advocacy (general & legal). Each year, more than 3 million children witness domestic violence in their homes. As these children start the new school year, let us help them to start it from a safe home. Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA provides safe shelter and support services for victims of domestic violence and their children. All services are free and confidential. You are not alone. Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA provides a support group for women who have been or who currently are in abusive relationships. It is a confidential, low pressure, safe place where you can be yourself. For more information on any of our services, in Washington County call 724-2239190, in Greene County call 724-852-2463, in Fayette County call 724-439-9500, or call 1-800-791-4000. Would you like a speaker for your school's next parent/teacher organization meeting? The Education and Training Department of Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA is available to discuss a variety of topics and can tailor the presentation to meet your specific needs. To schedule a speaker for your next event or meeting, please contact our Education and Training Department in Washington County at 724-223-5477, in Greene County at 724-852- 2373, and in Fayette County at 724-437-2530. Let us show you ways to help our schools and homes become safer places for our children.
Ralley in the Valley Returns to Charleroi for 8th Year The 8th Annual Cheer and Dance Competition, "The Ralley in the Valley," will be held Saturday, November 10 at Charleroi High School. Competition is open to all schools, recreational, all star, dance teams, stunt groups and parent teams! This is a spring floor event! For more information, please contact Darlene at 724-4837475 or bdeicas@comcast.net.
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Douglas Education Center to Offer Natural Gas Program for Veterans, Displaced Workers and High School Graduates Responding to industry demand, Douglas Education Center (DEC) has announced the launch of a new diploma program to prepare students for careers in the natural gas industry. The Natural Gas Extraction & Distribution Techniques Program (NGE) is designed to train students for entry-level careers in this fastpaced industry. Specifically targeting unemployed veterans, dislocated workers and high school graduates, the NGE Program combines knowledge of the natural gas and oilfield industries, CDL training, heavy equipment and safety all into one. In addition to providing students with financial aid options, DEC understands a student’s need for predictable and flexible schedules. The NGE Program will offer a Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. class schedule. This schedule will provide students with the flexibility to maintain a job outside of the classroom should they choose to do so. As the demand for natural gas laborers continues to grow, DEC is focused on preparing students for a number of career opportunities available. Students who have completed the program will be eligible for positions such as roughneck, roustabout, field tech, landman, and derrick hand, among a variety of other career options. Prospective students interested in enrolling in DEC’s NGE Program are encouraged to contact DEC’s Admissions Department at 1-800-413-6013. For more information about the NGE Program visit www.dec.edu/nge. Classes begin October 3, 2012.
Saint Francis of Assisi Blood Drive is October 3 Saint Francis of Assisi will hold a blood drive Wednesday, October 3, from 12:30 to 6 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi – Finley Hall, 3609 Washington Avenue, Finleyville, just off Route 88 across the parking lot from the new church. To schedule your life-saving appointment, please call Kathy Pitzer at 724-348-5361. Walkins are welcome. Please bring ID with you on the day of the blood drive. Proper ID is required to donate blood. A Central Blood Bank or Military ID, driver’s license, or passport are all approved forms of ID. A birth certificate along with a picture ID that includes the donor’s full name will also be accepted.
Save the Date! Mon Valley Craft and Vendor Fair Features More than 100 Vendors The annual Mon Valley Craft/Vendor Fair will be held Saturday, November 3, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year's event has been expanded to over 100 craft /vendors featuring many unique crafts and a wide array of vendor products. We will also have our famous Chinese auction (80 baskets last year), and food and refreshments will also be for sale. A $2 admission fee entitles you to a free door prize ticket. The Mon Valley School Craft/Vendor Fair was reintroduced two years ago after a 10- year hiatus. The school is located right up from Bowser Pontiac on Route 51 or off Rte 885 by CCAC South Campus. Mon Valley School is one of three special education centers of Allegheny Intermediate Unit. For more information contact the school at 412-469-2551. All proceeds benefit student activities.
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Lois Orange Ducoeur Breast Cancer Walk Set for October 13th
Walkers release balloons prior to the 2011 Lois Orange Ducoeur Breast Cancer Walk.
The 9th Annual Lois Orange Ducoeur Breast Cancer Walk is scheduled for Saturday, October 13 at 10 a.m. in downtown Charleroi. The event is held annually in memory of Charleroi businesswomen Lois Orange Ducoeur, who lost her battle with breast cancer in 1965. She was 54 years old. The Ducoeur family operated Orange’s Gift Department Store for 118 years. The event is sponsored by The Valley Independent, the Ducoeur’s, Douglas Education Center, Ruschak Insurance & Real Estate, and Valley Tire Company. Registration begins at 9 a.m. in the Charleroi Market House located at 423-427 McKean Ave. Opening remarks, a group picture, balloon release and the one or two-mile walk will commence at 10 a.m. All are encouraged to participate and all donations are welcome! Pink memorial or survivor ribbons are available for $5 and will be placed on lampposts along the walk route. Additionally, the first 200 walkers donating a minimum of $20 the day of the walk will receive a FREE tote bag. Pink memorial or survivor balloons may also be purchased for $2 the day of the walk, and will be released prior to the start of the event. Donations of gift baskets, gift certificates, etc. (min. $25 value) are being sought for a Chinese auction at the event. Please contact Karen Wagner at 724-263-7054 or wags427@comcast.net if you would like to donate an item. Additional information can be found at www.teamcharleroi.org or on FACEbook/Lois-Orange-Ducoeur-Breast-Cancer-Walk. Proceeds from the event will benefit local cancer patients using the Charles L. and Rose Sweeney-Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital and the PA Breast Cancer Coalition.
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Business & Merchant News Prima Diva Boutique Named GRC September Business of the Month
Pictured above (l-r) Robert Crall, Judi Robbins, GRC; Daneen Troup, owner, with daughter Kelsey; and sales associate Bonnie Greco.
Prima Diva Boutique has been described by customers as “the Valley’s best-kept secret.” Located at 515 McKean Ave. in Charleroi, Prima Diva Boutique has all of the right ingredients for a ladies’ day (or night) out; unique merchandise, a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of fun. The “diva store” offers a variety of accessories and gifts for girls of all ages. The ladies love the handbags, charm scarves and jewelry, while the flower clips and tutus are popular with the little ones. In addition to regular retail merchandise, shoppers will find a mix of new and nearly new, prom and homecoming gowns and dresses plus all of the frills to complete the look. Visit the website at www.primadivaboutique.com, or like them on Facebook to be kept up to date about the latest diva news and happenings. Stop by for a visit sometime soon. The Prima Diva Boutique is where it’s all about you!
MACC Welcomes New Business in Knick Knacks &Paddy Wacks The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes their newest member, Knick Knacks & Paddy Wacks, located at 443 W. Main St. in Monongahela. Knick Knacks & Paddy Wacks is an inviting, charming new consignment shoppe specializing in handmade creative items. The “sellers” are friends, family, and any member of the community who wishes to display his/her talents, gifts, and homemade treasures to our customers. Knick Knacks & Paddy Wacks are now open for business and plan on hosting a grand opening on October 06, 2012 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Knick Knacks & Paddy Wacks is a new consignment shoppe specializing in handmade creative items.
Southwest Medical Center Named One of the "Best Places to Work in Healthcare" Modern Healthcare magazine named Southwest Medical Center (The Practice of: K. Gosai, MD & A.J. Gandhi, MD) one of the America’s top 100 "Best Places to Work in Healthcare." According to the magazine, the Best Places to Work in Healthcare program recognizes outstanding employers in the health care industry. The extensive application and selection process required Southwest Medical Center to collect information throughout the system exemplifying its many attributes in an array of categories. In addition, the employees of Southwest Medical Center all participated in the employee survey process, which is another component in the Modern Healthcare Best Place to Work validation process. Modern Health Care Best Place to Work committee then assesses each organization on its organizational merits and employee survey participation and responses. Established in 1988, the medical practice began with a staff of four in Bentleyville, PA. Now reaching its 25th year, the practice has grown to three locations and nearly 50 employees. While voluntary turnover is a huge problem for many companies, Southwest Medical Center has almost 50% of its employees with a ten year or more tenure. Employees reaching 20 years of service with the company are given a vacation with the destination of their choice. All employees are offered a full benefit plan which includes healthcare, 401K and a free membership to the YMCA. In addition, it has been a tradition of Southwest Medical Center to sponsor an all-expense paid vacation periodically to the lavish resorts of Cancun, Mexico, Las Vegas, and Canada. Southwest Medical Center continues to grow with future locations in Finleyville and Rostraver with the realization that the foundation of the medical practice is the caring staff members and physicians that make up the organization and the communities in which they live and work.
‘West Newton Wears’ Makes Its Mark on Main Street with One-Year Anniversary In a cute little shop, sandwiched between a funeral home and a barber shop on Main Street in West Newton, sits a clothing store offering a neat shopping experience. The West Newton Association of Churches opened up West Newton Wears last fall to give residents and visitors to West Newton and surrounding areas a place to shop for inexpensive clothes. This fall, West Newton Wears celebrates one year of benefiting the community. Gently used children’s, men’s and women’s clothing, priced from 50¢ to $2, have been inspected carefully for imperfections, offering only the best. The project has enabled the West Newton Association of Churches to share items with other ministries such as Dress for Success, the Washington City Mission and the Blackburn Center. Interview clothes for released prisoners are provided to the Workforce Development Program of Mon Valley Initiative. Recently, the Wounded Warriors homeless shelter in Pittsburgh and the Auberle Home for Children in McKeesport have replaced the Washington City Mission Program. Hours of operation for the West Newton Wears store are Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday between 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Recent Ribbon Cuttings... Recent Ribbon Cuttings... The Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce has welcomed several new businesses to the area over the past few weeks with ribbon cutting celebrations.
LuAnn Prah & Pam Baker Counseling Services (l-r) Cassandra Baker, daughter; Pam Baker holding Benny, the Therapy Dog in training; LuAnn Prah; and daughter Tiffany Prah. LuAnn Prah and Pam Baker Counseling Services located in the Rostraver Medical Building, 1645 Rostraver Road, Belle Vernon. Both professionals offer individual, child, teen, family and couples therapy services. LuAnn can be reached at 724-322-3231 or email luprah@netscape.net. To reach Pam, call 412860-6746 or email pamelabakertherapist@hotmail.com or visit www.pamelabakertherapist.com.
Top Flite Financial, LLC. (l-r) Kim Redman, GRC; Marian Gregory; Gino Gregory; Bert Gregory; Deb Puglia; and Robert Crall, GRC. Top Flite Financial, located in the Bill’s Golfland Building, 4660 State Rt. 51 S. Belle Vernon, is a mortgage lender offering several options for home financing such as FHA, VA, USDA/Rural Development, Conventional and Jumbo loans at competitive prices. Gino recently added the only PA office of Top Flite Financial and brings over 6 years’ mortgage experience to the area. For more information, contact Gino at 724-823-0029.
LaGalleria Accent Furniture and Upholstery (l-r) Alison Figueroa, owner, with daughter Ava and mother Debra Zadrozny. LaGalleria is located at 324 Broad Ave., Belle Vernon. Owner/operator Alison Figueroa has a creative flair for repurposing and recycling accent furniture pieces. She uses a variety of fun fabrics and color schemes to give new life to furniture that others may think should be retired. In addition to repurposing pieces, Alison also creates throw pillows from the fabric remnants, letting nothing to go waste. La Galleria also does upholstery on existing furniture pieces. Store hours vary, but to reach Alison, call 724- 268-3042.
Anthony's on the Mon (l-r) Gina C. Lynn, GRC; Anthony Hruska, owner; Jennifer Codeluppi and Robert Crall, GRC Board Members. Anthony’s on the Mon, located in Lower Speers, offers waterfront dining with indoor and outdoor seating, full bar service, takeout and accepts reservations. Sunday brunch is offered 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and features carving stations, made to order omelets, variety of entrées, sandwich board and dessert bar. Banquet-facility space at Anthony’s on the Mon can accommodate seating for 10 to 250 people. Looking for a place to hold your holiday office party? Contact Anthony’s today as they are booking now for the holiday season. For more information, call 724-565-5148.
The Counseling House (l-r) Frank Krawiec, MS, LCSW; Jennifer Melnick Carota, MS, LPC; Virginia Spindler, MS, LPC; and Susie Molek, MSCP, LPC. The Counseling House celebrated the opening of their newest location at the Riverside Village Shoppes in Lower Speers. Services at their new office will include community workshops, parenting support services, and personal growth groups for individuals and community organizations. With the main office located in Belle Vernon, The Counseling House is a collaborative practice where a variety of counseling services are offered for individuals, groups and families. For more information about The Counseling House, contact Jennifer Melnick Carota at 412-559-1754.
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Monongahela’s Surgicenter Café Celebrates First Year Visitors and staff enjoy cookout to celebrate birthday By Earl Bugaile
There’s nothing quite like a birthday celebration. Especially when it is for a first birthday. Spartan Health Surgicenter hosted a first birthday party on September 12 to recognize the first year of service for the café and invited local officials and, of course, employees and patients’ families for an outdoor cookout lunch. Many lunchtime visitors enjoyed the food after attending a ribbon cutting Amber Welch prepares a picnic lunch for a customer ceremony at the café inside the center, at the Spartan Health Surgicenter Café. led by Administrator Patrick Garman and Manager Amy Ditta. “It’s something that’s convenient, nutritious and a real efficient way of telling our visitors and families that they don’t have to drive into town or order something to have a great lunch,” Garman said. Garman said patients also benefit from the café on the premises. “Often times they are hungry following a procedure, and they don’t have to wait or go someplace else to find something good to eat.” Garman credits Ditta with consistently putting together a menu that is both tasty and healthy. Her items are also served at the nearby Mon Valley Care Center. He said the Spartan Care Surgicenter Café has also attracted people who work nearby who prefer not to travel outside the area for lunch. “We seem to get more and more business every day,” Ditta said. “We’ve really Improved on what we offer over the past year, and people tell us we continue to get better.” Ditta said her focus has been to attract more people to the café even though they may not need to visit the center for surgery or a doctor’s appointment. She said that besides taking deliveries to the Mon Valley Care Center, the café has also taken orders from people at Mon Valley Hospital and local businesses. Garman said in the first year, he has had numerous compliments from patients and families who have welcomed the addition of the café. “Before the café opened I used to get a lot of feedback from families wanting a place to go while they await the completion of a patient’s procedure or surgery,” he said. “We now have a place for them. It’s been very well received.”
October Meetings Scheduled for the Women's Business Network The Women's Business Network is a 28-chapter strong Southwestern PA non-profit organization with over 450 current members whose mission is to provide personal and professional resources to advance the presence of aspiring and successful businesswomen. Each of the various local chapters meets twice a month on the following dates and locations: The Washington Chapter meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, October 10 and 24, at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread, 108 Trinity Pointe Dr. in Washington. For more information, contact Melissa Shipley at 412854-7200. The Mon Valley Chapter meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, October 4 and 18, at 9:15 a.m. at Chaney's Natural, 138 W. Main St., Monongahela. For more information, contact Amanda Ciranni at 724309-5120.
Business Expansion Enterprises Now Open to Help Small Businesses Grow Business Expansion Enterprises is a locally owned and operated business consultant practice founded by Diane Bianchi. Diane has worked in the office management field for about 25 years, using her skills to coordinate and organize the administrative functions of the companies in which she worked. In 2003, Bianchi became co-owner of a carpet and upholstery cleaning company when she married her husband, Walt. She took over many of the administrative functions of the business including organization, marketing, financial management and statics management. She has first-hand experience on what it's like to run a small business in the present day economy, and with her husband has succeeded in continuing to expand the business, using tools and strategies she learned from education and experience. She observed the failing economy in the Mon Valley area and wanted to do something about it. “As a small business owner myself, I have seen the struggles small business owners go through, so I decided that with my experience, training and knowledge, I wanted to help other small business owners in the Mon Valley and greater Pittsburgh areas to expand and grow their businesses too,” Bianchi said. “This is why I decided I would share my knowledge and experience with other small business owners in the area with the goal of helping them to flourish and prosper despite any non-optimum economic conditions.” Bianchi provides such services as goal setting and achieving, management by statistics, financial management, organization and efficiency, and marketing, including internet and social media marketing. She can be reached at 724-613-2899.
Charleroi Retailer Among Nation's Elite Zelenski's Bridal Shoppe in Charleroi recently received an Elite Retailer of the Year award from Jim's Formal Wear. Jim's is the largest formal wear distribution network in the U.S. with over 5,000 independent retailers. They provide tuxedo rental services for weddings, prom and black tie events. The award is based on rental volume, order accuracy, and exceptional customer service. Zelenski's Bridal Shoppe has been renting tuxedos from Jim's since 2006.
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What is the Multi-list? A multiple listing service (multi-list or MLS) is an exclusive, fee-paid membership information sharing database that allows any member real estate agent from any member company to show and sell any other member company's listings. Phew. Simply put, an agent from ABC Realty can show and sell XYZ Company's listings and vice versa. As you can see, the primary purpose of the MLS is to promote cooperation between real estate companies. It also creates standardized forms and “templates” of required information for data entry for all property types. For example, people selling vacant land do not
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need to display room sizes and people selling houses do not need to publish gross operating income. The actual property listing information is technically owned by the individual listing broker (company), but the information will be displayed for all members to utilize. Membership is typically limited to licensed real estate brokers, their salespeople, and appraisers. Today, many home inspectors hold affiliate memberships so they have lock box access for the convenience of scheduling inspections. There are very few non-member real estate companies. Common sense dictates that when you are selling real property, the more people that know about it being for sale and have access to the information, the better. Another important function of the MLS is for the listing company to offer compensation to other real estate companies. The percentage rate or flat fee that the listing company agrees to pay the buyer's agency is published for members only and is not accessible to the general public. The individual property listing data entry is pushed out to an ever-growing number of websites, such as Zillow, Trulia, realtor.com, etc. Additionally, Internet Data Exchange, or IDX technology gives members the option of authorizing display of active listings on other subscriber's websites, meaning that ABC's listing will appear on XYZ's website and vice versa. The entire system increases exposure for sellers to
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the maximum number of potential buyers in the marketplace and allows buyers access to practically everything on the market. West Penn Multi List is one of only two privately owned systems in the United States. All others are owned and operated by REALTOR® Associations. It has grown from the original five-county metropolitan Pittsburgh market to in the early 80s to encompass Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Cambria, Clarion, Clearfield, Venango, Crawford, Erie, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Jefferson, Lawrence, Mercer, Somerset, Washington and Westmoreland counties. Over 5,200 members participate.
Finleyville 724-348-7470 Belle Vernon 724-929-2180 McMurray 724-941-8680
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"There is Strength in Numbers" Theme for MVRCC's October Luncheon The MVRCC will hold its October membership meeting at the Charleroi Elks Club in Charleroi on Tuesday, October 9. Check in begins at 11:45 a.m. and the luncheon concludes by 1 p.m. Members, guests, and anyone interested in joining the Chamber are invited to attend this event. "We will credit the cost of lunch to anyone who decides to join our Chamber on their first year's dues," said Deb Keefer, Chamber Director, who added, "Any existing member who brings a non-member guest who joins will also get their lunch credited back to them on their 2013 dues.” Networking, giveaways, and a short regional update is planned for the event. The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce has 305 members and has been named in the top 25 largest Chambers of Commerce in the Greater Pittsburgh region by the Pittsburgh Business Times for 2012. "There is Strength in Numbers" is the organization's theme for the fall membership drive. "Benefits are always being expanded," added Keefer. "And our pre-paid memberships are good through January of 2014." A buffet luncheon will be served at a cost of $15/person. Members, guests, and anyone interested in joining the Chamber are invited to attend this event. Reservations can be made by calling 724-483-3507, or completing an on-line reservation form at www.mvrchamber.org. VISA, Mastercard and Discover are accepted.
MVRCC Hosts Annual Awards Ceremony
The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards event was held September 13, 2012. Honorees were: (l-r) Richard Mudrick, Attorney at Law - Shining Star Award; John Georgagis, Keystone Bakery - Excellence in Business Award; Jo Ellen Welsh, Community Outreach Director, Mon Valley Initiative - Regional Service Award; and John J. LaCarte, LaCarte Development Company, Inc. - Outstanding Business Development Award. Photo taken by Wayne E. Ray.
MACC September Business of the Month
Pictured (l-r) are: Rev. Raymond DiCamillo, MACC; Ben Fisher, Slagle Roofing; Robert Kepics, Mayor; Regina Shuback, owner; Steven Seman, Hacker Shack Computers; and Sharon Dulaney. Dolce, the store mascot, is in front.
The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce has named Studio 242 the September Business of the Month. Studio 242 was nominated because of its commitment to the community. Regina Pust Shuback is the owner and operator. Regina wanted to share her passion for hair and color in her home town. She has been in the industry for 26 years. Her love for Italian boutiques has brought the new addition to her studio in November of 2011. You will find many unique jewelry items as well as purses and scarfs. Plans are being made for men’s items as well. Call Studio 242 at 724-310-3019 for all your hair care needs and stop in for unique gifts.
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Local Worship Bible Fellowship Community Church to Host Seminar By TLC’s “Extreme Couponing” Couple On Thursday, October 11 from 6 - 8 p.m., the community and other churches are invited to attend a seminar titled “Extreme Couponing 101” at the Bible Fellowship Community Church at 220 Atomic Way in West Newton. The seminar will be given by Chris and Ashley Duff from Monongahela. This young couple have been featured on TLC’s “Extreme Couponing” in May and Nov. 2011 and twice in Jan. 2012. Chris, who is completing his schooling for fulltime ministry, and Ashley, who is a stay-at-home mom, said, “We were just regular people who Chris and Ashley Duff used coupons for our own family, but we decided it was important to use this skill to bless others in our community. We started getting large amounts of products in order to donate to those in need.” This caught the attention of TLC and landed the Duffs on their show. Chris & Ashley understand the very delicate balance between time and money. That’s why they are doing seminars to show people the easiest way to save both. BFC Church is excited to offer this free seminar (a free will offering will be taken to cover their expenses). Any questions, please call the church office at 724-8725150.
Spaghetti Dinner at Speers United Methodist Church Speers United Methodist Church, 810 Jane Ave., Charleroi, will hold a spaghetti dinner on October 21 from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Spaghetti , meatballs, salad, bread, dessert, and drink (iced tea or water) included. $7 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under. Eat in or take out by calling 724-483-2372.
Fall Family Festival Offers Night of Community Fun in West Newton The Fall Family Festival at Bible Alliance Church, 1300 Mt. Pleasant Rd., West Newton will provide a free family night of fun and enjoyment. Join the group on Sunday, October 7 from 4 - 9 p.m. for a bon fire, hay rides, children and adult activities, games, food and more. Featured performers will be the Good News Band. Bring a lawn chair to relax around the fire and encourage a friend to come out and share the good times with you. Children under 12 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. For more information, contact the church office phone at 724-872-5570 or via email at bacprayer@verizon.net.
Catholic Women’s College Club Launches New Season With Song “We Praise the Lord through Song” is the theme for the 2012-2013 year of the Catholic Women’s College Club. The first meeting was held August 27 at 6 p.m. at Paolo’s Restaurant in Charleroi. Members were greeted and seated and served while President Susan Gessner welcomed returning members, new members and guests. Father James Young from Mary, Mother of the Church in Charleroi was introduced as the club’s chaplain. Gessner explained the 2012 theme and yearbook with this month’s theme being “Prayer and Worship.” Each meeting will end with the recitation or the singing of a hymn. Fr. Young addressed the members. He gave them insight of himself as well as the club’s theme. He spoke about the strength of music in our faith with praises through song. “Singing and music bring goodness to us all and lift us up graciously,” said Fr. Young. Dessert was served and the gift of the month was given at this time. Georgetta Wiles won the wind chimes presented by the September committee, which included Gessner and the board of officers: Camilla Ferarra ,vice president, Jo Anna Stroh, secretary, and Sally Keeney, treasurer. A memorial tribute to the late Linda Sichi, a member, was conducted by Ginny Monaghan. The meeting was then called to order. Minutes from the May meeting were read and approved. The treasurer’s report was given and approved. Committee reports were given and kept brief. Scrapbook Committee members Mary Krett and Ginny Monaghan presented Gessner with a beautifully designed scrapbook highlighting last year’s events of the club. Gessner thanked them and the gift committee for the beautiful gifts presented to her at the May meeting. Margie Pankiewicz, chairwoman for the October meeting, informed members the next meeting will be held October 1 at 6 p.m. at Mon Valley Care Center on Stoops Drive. Members are asked to bring gifts for the bingo games that will be played with the residents before the business meeting. The meeting was adjourned and closed with members reciting the hymn ”Praise to the Lord.”
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Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring a variety of informative programs during October. Many of the events will be held in the Hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) unless otherwise noted. BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Monday, October 1 at 2 p.m., Hospital 7-E Family Room. For more information, call 724258-1455. NATIONAL CHILD HEALTH DAY - Monday, October 1 at Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Is your child fully immunized? For more information, call 724-348-6699. FLU VACCINE AVAILABLE - Monday, October 1 to Wednesday, October 31. Daily, Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. For more information, call 724-348-6699. BONE DENSITY SCREENING - Wednesday, October 3 from 1-3 p.m., Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Walk-ins welcome. For more information, call 724-348-6699. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP - Thursday, October 4 at 1 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-258-1455. SMOKING CESSATION CLASSES - Thursday, October 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. MVH’s new Primary Care Resource Center (PCRC) will offer smoking cessation classes each Thursday in October from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. To
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Thursday, October 11 at 3 p.m., Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. To register, call 724-348-6699. MOM’S SHOWER - Thursday, October 11 at 10 a.m., ECC. Free event for expectant parents and parents with children age 2 and younger. To register, call 877-814-0788 ext. 440. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - Monday, October 15 at 7 p.m., Hospital 7-E Family Room. For additional information, call 724-258-1704. INFANT AND CHILD CPR CLASS Wednesday, October 17 at 6 p.m., Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling Healthy Directions at 724348-6699. ADVANCED CARBOHYDRATE COUNTING Wednesday, October 17 from 6 – 8 p.m., ECC. To register, call 724-258-1483. RESPIRATORY CARE WEEK AND HEALTHY LUNG MONTH - Sunday through Saturday, October 21 to 27, daily, Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Free information on COPD and asthma. For hours or for more information, call 724-348-6699. AARP 55 ALIVE BEGINNERS’ DRIVING COURSE - Monday and Tuesday, October 22 and 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ECC. $12 per person for AARP members and $14 for non-members. A one-day Refresher Course will also be held on Thursday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the ECC. For registration, call 724-258-1234. INNOVATIONS IN CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD) Tuesday, October 23 at 6 p.m., ECC. Surinder K. Aneja, M.D., will present a free program to discuss Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD. Dr. Aneja will repeat the talk at the MonVale HealthPLEX on Monday, Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. To register, call 724-258-1333. MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - Tues., Wed., and Thurs., October 23, 24 and 25 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1483. NATIONAL RED RIBBON WEEK - Tuesday
through Wednesday, October 23 to 31, daily, Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Many children are exposed every day to substances they have to say “no” to. Are you helping to keep our children safe? Learn how by stopping by our office for information on substance abuse aid and alcoholism. For hours or for more information, call 724-348-6699. LIVING WELL THROUGH THE SEASONS Wednesday, October 24 at 1 p.m., HealthPLEX, Rostraver. The Nutrition and Food Service staff from Monongahela Valley Hospital and staff from the Center for Fitness and Health in Rostraver have teamed up to discuss simple ways to achieve fitness and better health through low-fat nutrition tips, stress management and healthy holiday eating. Cooking demonstrations will also be included as part of the presentations. To register, call 724-258-1320 or 724-258-1126. INFANT AND CHILD CPR - Thursday, October 25 from 6 to 9 p.m. ECC. Infant/Child CPR classes are offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center. The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536. AUXILIARY JEWELRY SALE - Thursday, October 25 and 26 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., ECC. $5 jewelry sale with a variety of costume jewelry available for purchase. For more information, call the Gift Shop at 724-258-1167. BREASTFEEDING CLASS - Monday, October 29 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver. For more information, call 724-258BABY (2229). ADULT CPR INSTRUCTION - Tuesday, October 30 at 6 p.m., ECC. Adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) classes are offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center. The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536. BREAST CANCER LUNCHEON, EDUCATION AND SCREENING - Wednesday, October 31 from 1 - 3 p.m., ECC. Learn how early detection and diagnosis can protect you and those you love from breast cancer. Registration is required by calling 724-258-1333.
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Fall at Forever Young – September & October
West Newton Senior Center is planning a "Festival of Lights" one-day bus trip on November 7, departing at 8:30 a.m. from behind Giant Eagle, West Newton. Cost is $83 and includes, bus, driver, chaperone, waitress tips, Oglebay Mansion and Eckhard House mansion, lights ticket, lunch at Eckhard House, dinner at River City Ale House, tour of Independence Hall or winery. If time permits there will be shopping at Cabella's and Artisian Center shopping upstairs of River City Ale House. We will end with a drive-through of lights and Oglebay gift shops. Mail check to West Newton Senior Center, 103 East Main St., West Newton, PA 15089. Your full payment is your reservation. Call Lou Ann 724-8724976 with questions. Cancellation only if you replace yourself. Deadline is October 31.
The seasons are changing, but here at Forever Young we remain the same friendly cooperative group of seniors. A good time was had by all who attended our regular Tuesday gatherings in September. On the 18th, Leslie Wright from PTH spoke on managing chronic conditions. On the 25th, we all enjoyed our covered dish dinner chaired by Rosemarie Zrimsek. Our October meetings with catered lunches will be held on the 2nd, 9th and 16th. Doors of the Finleyville Community Center open at 10 a.m. Count on our regular activities for these three get-togethers. On the 23rd, we’ll be enjoying our monthly covered dish dinner, once again chaired by Rosemarie Zrimsek. There will be no meeting on October 30. We hope you all have fun on Halloween. Happy October Birthdays to Ellen Andrewson and Edna Colbert. Mary’s parting thought: A truly happy person is one who can enjoy the scenery on a detour.
Valley Seniors Club Plans Apple Festival Trip Members of the Valley Seniors Club met on August 28 at the Riverside Place with Marlene Owens presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. The treasury report was conducted by Toni Young, and Fred Owens was in charge of attendance. The trip to the Apple Festival on October 6 was presented. Members and guests should make their payment as soon as possible. Also announced was the New Year's Getaway to the Taj Mahal on January 7 - 9, 2013. A deposit is required when making reservations. Please call Marlene at 724-258-3950. Chuck Spotts and Rose Marie Lesovic were the afternoon winners.
Riverside Place October Events Riverside Place is located at 303 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi. For more information on any upcoming events, call 724-483-5800. Pizza and Pizza Burger Sale - Friday, October 12 and 26. $1 for pizza and $5 for pizza burger and a can of pop. Fox Rehabilitation Fall Prevention - Wednesday, October 3, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. Miracle Ear - Friday, October 19, 10 a.m. – noon. Pete Daley’s Office will be here to speak on Voters ID on Wednesday, October 24 at 11 a.m. Bobby Shawn Singer - Friday, October 5 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tanger Outlet Trip - Thursday, October 18, $10. We leave the center at 9 a.m. and return around 3 p.m. Jack Sings for the Elderly - Friday, October 12, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Meadows Trip - Monday, October 15, $15. We leave at 9 a.m. and return at 5 p.m. Kenny and Chip Sing Oldies Songs - Friday, October 26, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Halloween Party - Tuesday, October 30 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Entertainment from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Catered lunch at 1 p.m. Cost $6. Blood Pressures with Helen Andreas - Tuesday, October 9 at 11 a.m. Zumba - Every Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:45 - 5:45 p.m. Euchre Cards - every Friday at 1 p.m. Wii Bowling - every Friday at 1 p.m. Euchre - every Saturday at 6 p.m. Bingo - every Wednesday at 1 p.m.
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Home & Garden This Halloween, Ensure Only Fake Bats and Spiders Are in Your House (NewsUSA) - As we prepare to bid farewell to summer and welcome the fall, it's a good time to remind homeowners that trick-or-treaters aren't the only ones who will be looking for something special in our homes. As the temperatures drop outdoors, many pests attempt to come indoors in search of food, water, and shelter. The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) offers the following tips for pest-proofing your home: • Seal all cracks and crevices around the foundation of the home. Mice, often in search of warmth, can fit through holes as small as the size of a dime. • Check for gaps under exterior doors, and install door sweeps to close them. • Trim branches or bushes that touch the home. These pathways can provide direct pest highways into the house. • Store firewood several feet away from the house. Wood that is next to the foundation of a home offers a welcoming environment pests. • Place a chimney cap on a fireplace, and keep the flue closed when not in use. • Check eaves and overhangs for nests or hives that may indicate the presence of stinging insects. • If you see evidence of an infestation, consult with a pest professional who can safely remove the offending pests for you. Pests are more than just a nuisance. Some, like termites and carpenter ants, can cause significant structural damage, and others, like stinging insects, rodents and cockroaches, are vectors of disease pathogens. To learn more on how to protect your family from the diseases and dangers of pests, visit www.pestworld.org.
Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller
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Barry and Renee Stoltz Douglas Stants
360 Dry Run Road 505 Second St.
NEW EAGLE John Volkar
Elizabeth Gatalica
801 Central Ave.
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CARROLL TOWNSHIP Helen Messerotes ARTI LLC Verlon Jones Rickie Roberts Frank Gogol Federal National Mortgage Assn. Linda Roman James Moninger Audie Weimer Harold Cooke Kathlynn Roberts et al.
R&S Lighthouse LLC Transportation Alliance Bank Inc. Kim Kennedy Federal National Mortgage Assn. Larry and Grace Rankin Dennis DuCarme Michael DeAngelis and Jamie Mucho Dennis Lopata Judith Hough Richard Burgess Jr. Ryan and Allison Rodriguez
1219 Country Club Road 136 Donora Road 549 Dry Run Road 110 Maple Ave. 1455 Fourth St. 1624 Boundary St. 134 Greenridge Drive 26 Gearing Road 1913 Route 2023 999 Route 837 179 Terrace Drive
$80,000 $22,965 $5,000 $1,396 $68,000 $17,000 $94,000 $137,000 $17,400 $96,000 $100,000
FORWARD Estate of John Vernon Keefer Jessica Strom
Shawn Shroyer David and Kayla Crothers
6896 Wall Road 4924 Williamsport Road
$85,000 $80,500
BENTLEYVILLE John Brodak John Brodak Threshold Housing Development Inc. Barry Jester Washington County Tax Claim Bureau
Brodak Enterprises Inc. Brodak Enterprises Inc. Margaret Vugrinovich Rene Crow and Gary Dunfee Cynthia Damich
Main St. $20,000 419 Main St. $50,000 204 Washington Road $80,000 111 Saulters Ave. $10,000 503 Old West Road $4,000 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $92,132). 107 Railroad St. $20,000
Household Finance Consumer Disc. Co. Stacy Kennedy
$69,900 $1,499
CHARLEROI Tracey Henning Housing & Urban Development Health Imaging Inc. Washington County Tax Claim Bureau
Federal National Mortgage Assn. Christopher and Amy Thorpe Charleroi Community Park trustee Philip Metz
Washington County Tax Claim Bureau
Joseph Federer
Washington County Tax Claim Bureau
Joseph Federer
Washington County Tax Claim Bureau
Joseph Federer
Washington County Tax Claim Bureau Housing & Urban Development Nunas Lugra Dewata Real Est Inv LLC G8 Capital LLC Hartland Acres Inc.
Joseph Federer Charles and Lorraine Smith K&D Real Estate Investments LLC Bauer Properties LLC Christine and Leslie Blakey
208 Crest Ave. $1,473 by sheriff's deed. 816 Fallowfield Ave. $11,000 90 Chambers Plaza $235,907 704 Crest Ave. $4,000 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $74,964). 720 Fallofield Ave. $4,000 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $33,839). 1119 Lincoln Ave. $3,500 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $27,390). 1209 McKean Ave. $1,467 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $35,011). 727 McKean Ave. $3,400 934 Shady Ave. $14,000 516 Third St. $3,179 922B Fallowfield Ave. $3,750 200 Woodland Ave. $5,500
NORTH CHARLEROI Clara Miller
Michael Sezawich
227 Fallowfield Ave.
DONORA Ronald Pelissero
Bank America NA
90 Highland Ave.
$16,500 $1,382 by sheriff's deed.
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Estate of Mary Ricci Robert Lucas Jr. R & J Investments LLC John Clark Thompson Avenue Corp. Gary Kowall
Cynthia Lenik Alexis Nolan Joseph Feely and Ann Marie Antonelli Christopher Hunter Michael and Barbra Bozik Dean Gilotty
441 Third St. 489 Sixth St. 487 Seventh St. 42 Manor Road 334 Thompson Ave. 988 Thompson Ave.
FALLOWFIELD Estate of John Kutcy David Stablein Redd's Beach Park Inc. David Givens Irene Cooper
Stephen and Rose Berkich George Omcikus Pine Cove RV Resort Inc. Charles and Gail Mack Jordon and Michelle Holmes
6 Jefferson Ave. 20 Terrace Drive 116 Beach Drive 929 Bentleyville Road 111 Wisetown Road
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NORTH BELLE VERNON Chito Crudo Robert Kinney Jr. Patricia Robertson Jean Silvestro
Mon Vale Multiphasics Inc. Jason and Robert Luker Jason and Domenic Mendicino Theresa Grogan and David Hunter III
Hill St. 730 Speer St. 505 Broad Ave. 812 Speer St.
ROSTRAVER Monica Cerniga Estate of Ethel Duzyk Rosella Deiley John Hajostek Matthew Sleith Estate of Margaret Hillebrecht Bradley Mohn Estate of Lillian Narbut Transportation Alliance Bank Susan Readel Estate of Rebecca Johnston
John Silko Jr. and Lara Silko Michael Dugan Richard Nonack Jr. and Diane Nonack Timothy Strobel and Meghan Krajewski Huntington National Bank Martin Griffith and Kristin Van Strien David Cramer Dean Korber Lisa Povirk Tabitha Boland Dennis and Judith Chiedor
100 Dongillli Park Lane 119 Pleasant Valley Blvd. 1259 Willowbrook Road 417 Gallitin Road 1207 Third St. and Harriott St. 373 Gallitin Road 392 Gallitin Road 319 Johnson Ave. 594 Turkey Hollow Road 427 Jamie Drive 142 Lynwood Ave.
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$2,500 $124,000 $113,159 $21,000 $72,000 $9,000 $133,000 $36,000 $3,990 by sheriff's deed. $118,000 $15,000 $103,000 $268,000 $75,000 $30,500 $84,000 $190,000 $52,000 $175,500 $100,000 $1,321 by sheriff's deed. $155,500 $154,500 $40,000 $3,212 $179,000 $80,000
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School News...School News DEC Youth Program Art Exhibit A Splashing Success
Students and instructors standing in front of the soon-to-be installed Monessen mural.
Douglas Education Center's (DEC) Youth Program recently had an art exhibit event on Wednesday, August 22 that was open to the public. It was a wonderful opportunity for the community to support this great group of young people who have been working very hard and deserve praise for their accomplishments. Students involved in the youth program learned the ins and outs of the creation, development and installation of murals. This unique opportunity teaches youth how to transform public spaces with artwork reflecting the character, culture, and history of local neighborhoods. The students are also introduced to a variety of other art projects to help enhance their creative thinking skills, increase their self-esteem and motivate them. This year, the students are working diligently to help develop a mural that will be a commemoration to Monessen, PA history with a steel mill theme. The mural installation will be located at 505 Donner Ave. at the Monessen Historical Society. You can follow the latest updates with DEC's Youth Program by liking its Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/DEC-YouthProgram/375486265849730.
Summer Travel Memories Aid Classroom Learning for BVA’s ‘12-‘13 School Year This past June, 11 students from Belle Vernon Area High S c h o o l (BVAHS) traveled overseas with Spanish teacher, Miss Stephanie Flatt. During their stay, the students visited the countries of BVAHS travelers take in the scenery at La Alhambra- Granada, Spain. S p a i n , Portugal, France and Monaco in Europe and Morocco in northern Africa. The eager travelers – Liz Durigon, Nora Dzurko, Anna Lemley, Madison Long, Tori Maatta, Stephanie Morgan, Mackenzie Sefchok, Kelcie Sztroin, Rachel Watson, Heather Wells and Cassandra Wickerham – were able to practice their Spanish speaking skills to order their food and shop in the local markets. On the tour, they explored cities like Lisbon, Granada, Nice and Barcelona and visited ancient and historical sites like La Alhambra, La Giralda and La Sagrada Familia in Spain. Students were able to swim in the Mediterranean Sea, enjoy a boat ride across the Strait of Gibraltar and ride a camel in Morocco. Participants remarked that they had a wonderful time learning about other cultures and customs and are looking forward to their next trip to Costa Rica.
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Ringgold Middle School Decision up to Common Pleas Court A four-hour Ringgold School Board meeting held last evening resolved a backup of regular business items, but there was no resolution on the direction to be taken for a new middle school. Sept. 21 was the deadline for bringing to the courts a request for referendums on the November ballot. Board President Charles Smith stated over several past meetings that “this decision is too big for the board alone to make.” He wanted to place the decision for tax hikes to either build a new middle school or to renovate old buildings in Donora and Monongahela in the hands of the district’s taxpayers by a referendum vote. With the passing of Board Director Ellis, the board is working with 8 members, and any issue regarding a new
middle school has been stalemated by a 4/4 vote (5 votes are required to pass any motion). Directors Stein, Carroll, Flament and Bulko believe a referendum is unnecessary, as several architects’ project estimates have shown that a new middle school could be built within the constraints of a 2.76 mil tax increase allowed by the state without the need for a referendum. A motion to select an architect /engineering firm for whatever building project is chosen failed 4/4 at an earlier meeting. With no firm working on a PlanCon submittal to the PA Department of Education, the October 1 deadline for PlanCon submittals also will be missed. This means that the district will need to wait until the moratorium on PlanCon submittals is again lifted.
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A Back to School Bash & Open House was held at MCRS with carnival games, refreshments, and balloon animals. It was a fun way to kick off the new school year!
MCRS Principal Sharon Loughran Brown welcomed students and families back to school!
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SPORTS BVAHS Proud to Introduce Girls Volleyball Team
Charleroi’s All Half-Century Team Honored The All Half-Century Team, representing the 18 top men’s soccer players in Charleroi Area High School history, was honored at an awards banquet at the Charleroi Elks Club as part of the two-day celebration marking 50 years of boys soccer at the school. Attending the event were: Front row (l-r) Jack Jacobs; Dennis Laskey; Darrin Lupori; Ronnie Lupori. Back Row (l-r) Vince Russell; Cal Montgomery; Mike Borelli; Lewis DiBernardi; Robin Rossi; Rob Maglicic; Josh Gray; Chuck Bruce; George Watkins; Jeff Soles; Joe Bosley. Other members of the All Half-Century who were unable to attend the event are Keith Conte, Luke Paglia and Chad Roule.
12th Graders Jackie Deleonibus Liz Gerda Jocelyn Gilmore Anna Lemley Rachel Moore Amanda Shemansky 11th Graders Rachel Curcio Alexis Ellin Katie Anna Rachael Symons
10th Graders Ashley Beveridge Erin Claybaugh Brooke Martin Julie Naylor Manshi Patel Rachael Parzynski Lydia Perozzi 9th Graders Paige Parshall Amber Kutcy
Belle Vernon Area High School Girls Volleyball October Schedule Tues Oct 2 Thur Oct 4 Tues Oct 9 Tues Oct 16 Thurs Oct 18 Sat Oct 20
West Mifflin Away 6 p.m. Thomas Jefferson Home 6 p.m. Southmoreland Away 6 p.m. South Allegheny Home 6 p.m. Elizabeth Forward Away 6 p.m. Big 8 Tournament Chartiers Valley Away TBA
Mon Valley YMCA Swim Team Adds 2nd Location for Workouts The Mon Valley YMCA Swim Team has grown! Starting in September, the team began offering practices at the Cal U swimming pool in Hamer Hall in addition to their practices at the Mon Valley YMCA. This expansion has helped extend the already successful program to areas that are beyond the Mon Valley YMCA. Head Coach Jamie Stache and Assistant Coach Scott Casteel have continued to coach at the Mon Valley site. Coach Laura Seitz, a new addition to the Mon Valley YMCA coaching staff, is heading the practices at the Cal U site. She is a graduate of Indiana University and has a long and successful career in swimming. Coach Seitz swam with Head Coach Jamie Stache at both Baldwin Swim Club and the University of Pittsburgh and they have coached together in the past. Laura is currently coaching at the Upper St. Clair Swim Club and is the assistant coach for Cal U under Head Coach Ed Denny. Together, this trio of coaches is expecting to create an elite program that is second to none. If you are a swimmer interested in helping the Mon Valley YMCA Swim Team continue this successful program, feel free to contact Jamie Stache at jdstache@zoominternet.net or Darcie Lusk at thelusksr@yahoo.com for more information on getting started.
Charleroi Plans Adult Basketball Tournament The Borough of Charleroi will sponsor a 3 on 3 adult basketball tournament on October 20 and 21. The event will be held at the Market House in Downtown Charleroi. Teams should be sponsored by clubs, organizations or businesses. All participants must be at least 18 years of age and the team roster will be limited to 6 people. Teams must contact the Borough by October 17 to participate. Pairings will be drawn on the 17th, at which time teams will be notified of their schedule. No entrance fee will be charged and trophies will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place. Tentatively, the first round will be double elimination and single elimination after subject to the number of teams registered. To register, call 724-483-6011.
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Ringgold Plays Well Through a Wet Home Opener
Pittsburgh’s Corporate Dodge Ball Tournament Seeks Mon Valley Area Teams
By Paul Chasko
At the Ringgold home opening football game, players, band members, majorettes, cheerleaders and fans were pretty well drenched from the predicted heavy showers, but the Ringgold spirit wasn’t affected in the least: score, Ringgold 34–Belle Vernon Area 2. Even the pre-game warm-ups and ceremonies were conducted in a downpour, but the rain lightened up and finally stopped near the end of the first quarter. Even the Ram’s Pound formed a pathway for the players as they took the field – many of them (guys) without shirts in the chilling rain. These loyal fans stayed the whole game. Principal Homa also braved the weather, giving each player a “high five” as they took the field. The wet field did not slow down the players, either, with Demetrius Louis rushing for 162 yards and two TDs. Ringgold’s other scoring came with Alan Prittchett’s 65-yard fumble return, a Joey Wall 28-yard interception return and a Nico Law 33-yard run. Coach Humbert may have found himself a kicker in Connor Dudas, who looked good all evening, missing only one point. The Leopards only score was on a safety given up by the Ringgold offense in the second quarter when they
A Ram runner meets a few huge Leopard linemen.
Nygel Vann bears the Ram’s standard as they prepare to take the field.
Are you feeling frustrated? Need to blow off some steam? The committee for Pittsburgh’s Corporate Dodge Ball Tournament is encouraging company employees to get together and take advantage of a thrifty, extreme team building opportunity on Saturday, October 20. The day-long competition is designed to help support the youth programs of the Boy Scouts of America Laurel Highlands Council. Forty-two teams will compete for a $1,000 top prize and the “Golden Baller” trophy. You can join the fun as a team member, spectator or corporate sponsor with the opportunity to promote your business. Sponsorship packages range from $100 to $2,500. The event will be held at North Allegheny Intermediate Sports Complex. For more information, visit Pittsburgh.corporatedodgeball.com or direct any questions to Jim Wandling at 412-325-7977 or Jim.Wandling@scouting.org.
Charleroi’s CMFL Team Holds Season Opener at New Stadium CMFL players hung out with the Charleroi Cougar mascot on September 2, 2012 before the team's first game to ever be played at Charleroi's new stadium! Players pictured are: (l-r) Logan Collins; Nico Rongaus; Tyler O'Neil; Dominic McKita; and Benjamin Lang.
were pinned down near their own goal line. The Leopards couldn’t get a running game on track even with the size of their offensive line. The Ram’s defense did a great job. Coach Humbert in the after-game huddle had nothing but praise for his team, saying, “The team has finally gelled, and we need to keep this ball rolling.”
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Belle Vernon Area’s 13th Football Hall of Fame Class of 2012 Welcomes Inductees Friday evening, September 7, at James Weir Stadium, Belle Vernon Area’s Football Hall of Fame honorees for 2012 were recognized during induction ceremonies. Those inducted include: (l-r): Special awardee Bernadine Fabriziani (BVA cheerleader sponsor); Jereme Dudzinski (class of 2000); Tom Young (Bellmar class of 1964); Jason Shawley (class of 1999); Shawn Dominico (class of 1980); Richard Triggiani (class of 1986); and special awardee James Bush (BVA’s second athletic director, 1987-2004). Also honored at the game were the Rostraver High School Football 1962 Class A WPIAL cochampions, with those pictured in attendance along with head coach Ed Hogan and assistant John Clark. The vision of the BVA Football Hall of Fame is to preserve and honor those student-athletes, teams, coaches, and contributors who have helped bring recognition and excellence to the school’s football program. Honorees
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Recent Local DeathNotices Bailey- Robert J., 77, of Elco, died September 10. Arrangements by Melenyzer-DuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation in Roscoe. Barbe- Christine “Tina”, 56, of Charleroi, died September 4. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Charleroi. Bashada- Darryl E., 70, of Charleroi, died August 17. Arrangements by Carl J Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. Beazell - Mildred Grace Bickerton, 97, of Speers Hill, formerly of Van Voorhis, died August 6. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Beebe- Marie P. Beebe, 99, of Charleroi, died August 24. Arrangements by Carl J Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. Booth- Linda R, 63, of Monongahela, died September 21. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Boyd- Genevieve Podroskey, 89, a lifelong member of the Monongahela, died September 18. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Burge- Ruth A., 88, of Monongahela, died September 4. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Caprol- Colmen John, 92, of Monongahela, September 15. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Carrick- Janet K., 53, of Fallowfield Twp., died August 12. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Charleroi. Cassidy- Gail Ruth, 90, of North Charleroi, died September 11. Arrangements by Carl J Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. Costantino- Mary M., 90, of Charleroi, died September 6. Arrangements by Carl J Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. DeAugustine- Joyce Anne Fine, 56, of Donora, died September 11. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Fowkes- William “Bill” “Pap” James, Sr., 79, of Fallowfield Twp., died September 10. Arrangements by Carl J Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. Geary- Nancy M., 85, of Bentleyville died September 10. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Hewitt- Patrick M. “Heavy Duty” “Ricky”, 59, of Fallowfield Twp, died August 2. Arrangements by Melenyzer-DuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation in Roscoe. Houston- Raymond A., 83, of Charleroi, died August 20. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Charleroi. Kevech- Frank “Pops” Sr., 84, of Ginger Hill, died August 17. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Koval - Henry S. (Herk), 87, of Monongahela, died August 19. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
Mannarino- James V. “Bim” 76, of Charleroi, died September 21. Arrangements by SchrockHogan Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Charleroi. Matela- Charles, 78, of Charleroi, died August 11. Arrangements by Carl J Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. McCovish- Jennie E., 98, of Roscoe, died September 14. Arrangements by MelenyzerDuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation in Roscoe. Michaux- Julie Rose (Lorenz), 70, of Van Voorhis, died August 5. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Milton- Bonne J. (Franceshi), 70, of New Eagle, died September 18. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Mitchell- Sherral Gayelyn, 64, of New Eagle, died Friday, September 21. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Moore- Charles Thomas, 86, of Belle Vernon, died August 8. Arrangements by SchrockHogan Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Charleroi. Moss- Catherine “Kay”, 86, of North Charleroi, died July 31. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Charleroi. Nucci- Carol A. (Keto), 65, of Stockdale, died August 16. Arrangements by Melenyzer-DuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation in Roscoe. Ornot- Helen H., 88, of Bentleyville, formerly of Charleroi, died September 13. Arrangements by Carl J Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. Partazana- Caroline R., 92, of Charleroi, died September 3. Arrangements by Carl J Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. Pelissero- Robert F., 84, of Monongahela (Valley Inn), died August 26. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Romito- Ralph F. “Scratch”, 95, of Charleroi, died August 27. Arrangements by Carl J Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. Shrum- Charlotte J., 58, of North Charleroi, died September 23. Arrangements by Melenyzer-DuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation in Roscoe. Smith- Patricia Ann, 72, of Monongahela, died September 8. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Smith- Sara June, 77, of Charleroi, formerly of Monongahela, died September 18. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc in Monongahela. Venanzi- Henry Sr., 86, of Monongahela, died September 13. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. Vilella- Victor “Vic”, 86, of Speers, died September 14. Arrangements by Carl J Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.
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ATTENTION: LOCAL BARS, RESTAURANTS, & NIGHTCLUBS: If you would like to be included in the monthly “PUMP UP THE VOLUME” section to promote and list your bands, please send us your list of performances each month. There is no fee for this listing. Fax: 412-249-8177 or e-mail: news@ monvalleymessenger.com
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-------------- BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES -----------Home Business Opportunity - Seeking Brand Partners to distribute and promote Vemma, the most complete liquid nutrition program found anywhere. Earn income while promoting a healthy lifestyle! Set your own hours and work from home. Free marketing website. Learn more by visiting our website www.BodyFuel.Vemma.com ____________________________________________________
-------------- COMPUTERS -----------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. ____________________________________________________
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-------------- EDUCATION -----------Finish High School at home in a few weeks. First Coast Academy, 1800-658-1180x130. www.fcahighschool.org ____________________________________________________ HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FROM HOME. 6 - 8 weeks. ACCREDITED. Get a Diploma. Get a Job! FREE Brochure 1-800-264-8330 Benjamin Franklin High School www.diplomafromhome.com ____________________________________________________
-------------- EMPLOYMENT -----------HIRING compassionate, non-medical caregivers who love seniors! Experience preferred. Reliable transportation a must, flexible schedules. Call 724-745-6857. ____________________________________________________ Tastefully Simple Consultant Are you a foodie? Need extra Money? Join me, become a Tastefully Simple Consultant. No experience necessary. Cindy Newman 724.747.7404 ____________________________________________________ Bartender needed Hackett Club. Call 724-348-5503. ____________________________________________________ 65 yr partially disabled vet needs cook/companion in exchange for free room and board. Own bedroom 7'x9' approx. or share apt and expenses approx $ 375.00 plus deposit. Call 412-401-9079 or 412-8183256. Join my Celebrating Home Team! Earn $25-$35 per hour doing parties or fundraising. Set your own hours * Work from home * Free Training! Only $119 for over $350 in merchandise and supplies. Call 412-398-0669 TODAY and make money in time for Christmas! Child Care - Sunshine Kids is now hiring loving, energetic people who enjoy working with children. Part time or full time positions available. Please call Tammy at 724-348-6565 ____________________________________________________ ACTORS/MOVIE EXTRAS needed immediately! $150-$300/day depending____________________________________________________ on job. No experience, all looks needed. 1-800-561-1762 Out of high school? We want you on our bright, successful sales team! Paid training transportation/lodging. Unlimited income potential. 877-6465050 ____________________________________________________ Live like a popstar. Now hiring 10 spontaneous individuals.Travel full time. Must be 18+. Transportation and hotel provided. Call Loraine 877-7772091. ____________________________________________________
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We Will Train You! First Transit has positions available for CDL and Non-CDL Drivers. CDL DRIVERS should have Class B, Passenger and Air Brake endorsements; starting wages at $12.00 per hour. NON- CDL DRIVER full time positions also available. Competitive wages starting at $8.50 to $10.00 per hour. • FT Benefits - health insurance w/vision, paid holidays, paid vacations, etc. • Paid Training • Must have valid PA Driver's License • Pre-employment physical & drug screen required • Must have a good 5 year driving history Please call Roy or Gary at 724-746-4342 or apply at:
First Transit, Inc. 2439 W Pike St, Rear Building Houston, PA 15342 Please call Kathy or Bill at 412-833-3300 or apply at:
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I am looking to purchase toy vintage cap guns and accessories. I will pay cash. Please call 724-348-8482, ask for Jeff.
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Part time job cleaning houses with our team. $$10 hour + up. We keep you close to home. Daylight, car necessary. Work 2-5 days a week - you pick! Family friendly company, in business 28 years in the South Hills. Call 412-655-3921 or 724-941-3878. Cooks and drivers wanted! Pitstop Bar and Pizza Shop. 412-384-7487. HELP WANTED! Experienced P/T Cook AND P/T Waitress The Hunting Lodge • 724-348-7984
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First Transit 2439 West Pike Street • Rear Building • Houston, PA 15342 724-746-4342 Equal Opportunity Employer
Experienced Hair Dresser Needed FULL or PART Time • 724-344-4656 2012 Federal Postal Positions - NOW HIRING! $13.00-$36.50+/hr., Full Benefits/Paid Training. No Experience/Call Today! 1-800-593-2664 x141. ____________________________________________________
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. Bike Rack - wanted. Call 412-559-7562. ____________________________________________________ Looking for a house with 5 or more acres - to place horses or looking for a lot/land 10 plus acres for reasonable price. Must be horse friendly area. Call 412-977-3333. ____________________________________________________ Wanted to purchase - large desk with large spacious hutch. Call 724348-0506. ____________________________________________________ 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. 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 412-760-2291
SURREY FOR SALE! 3-Seated, Horse Drawn: $1,500. • Horse Back Riding Lessons. • Riding Horses for Sale! www.logcabinstables.com. 724-787-4817.
All tubes for radio/tv, radio tube tester and similar test equipment, and also collecting tube amplifiers by Fisher, McIntosh, Marantz, Harman Kardon, Fender, others. Call 724-914-1693 or email RPESQ@YAHOO.COM. Local collector from Monongahela. ____________________________________________________ Canning Jars Wanted. Reasonable. 412-403-2753. ____________________________________________________ Wanted to Buy. Silver Coins. 1964 or older. Will pay 20-times face value! Call Dave at 724-941-5420. ____________________________________________________ Wanted - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, all worth money.Also, local and long distance towing. Call 412-498-1622. ____________________________________________________ WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, ZIR, KZ1000MKII,W1-650, H1-500, H2-750, S1-250, S2350, S3-400 Suzuki GS400, GT380, CB750 CASH PAID. FREE NATIONAL PICKUP. 1-800-772-1142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com ____________________________________________________ Yearbooks "Up to $20 paid for high school yearbooks 1900 - 1988. ww.yearbookusa.com or 214-514-1040. ____________________________________________________ Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 ____________________________________________________ CA$H PAID- up to $26/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Hablamos Espanol. 1-800-371-1136 ____________________________________________________ Sell Your Unwanted Gold Jewelry and Get Cash! Ranked #1 on NBC`s Today Show - SellYourGold. Call to Request a Free Appraisal 1- 888-4581558 Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri: 9AM-6PM, Sat: 9AM-2PM EST ____________________________________________________ CASH FOR YOUR SEALED, unexpired DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! Free Shipping, Top$, 24hr Payments! Call 1-855-578-7477 or visit www.TestStripSearch.com today ____________________________________________________
Cemetery lots. Lafayette Memorial Park. Garden of Serenity. 4 lots at $5,400. Selling for $2,400. 724-938-7307. ____________________________________________________ FREE! – Upright Piano. Union Township. You haul. For details, call 724348-7557. ____________________________________________________ SAFE STEP TUBS. Enjoy safety, comfort and therapeutic relief from the best walk-in tubs made in the USA. Call 1-888-734-4527 for FREE information and SENIOR DISCOUNTS! ____________________________________________________ *MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS - FLUTE,CLARINET, VIOLIN, *Trumpet, Trombone, Amplifier, Fender Guitar $70 ea. Many others at similar savings. 516-377-7907 ____________________________________________________
Christopher R. Valerio 12/23/1968 - 09-26-2011 Time takes you by the hand, Directs you were to go So make the best of this task, And don't ask why It's something unpredictable, But in the end it's right I hope you had the time, Of your life In loving memory of my truest love who passed away 1 year ago 9/26/2011. Sadly loved and missed , Forever in my heart you will stay. Love, Kathy ____________________________________________________
-------------- ITEMS FOR SALE -----------Home Business Opportunity - Seeking Brand Partners to distribute and promote Vemma, the most complete liquid nutrition program found anywhere. Earn income while promoting a healthy lifestyle! Set your own hours and work from home. Free marketing website. Learn more by visiting our website www.BodyFuel.Vemma.com. or call 412-760-2291.
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FREE firewood, you cut, must have insurance. Call 724-929-3944. ____________________________________________________ 8 Golf Clubs - w/bag, all for $18. Marble collection, 85+ includes 25 Bennington Clay, $55. Antique metal RR Oil Can, $25. 4 gas cans, $23 all. Grill 68-72 GMC, chrome w/2 eye brows, all like new, only $175. Toro mower, S/P electric start, mulcher/bager, quick change, washer equipped, like new, $275. Jack Daniels White Rabbit Saloon wall placque $75. Hood 68-72 Chevy/GMC, very nice, $125. Hedge wacker/trimmer, Craftsman, electric, good, only $28. President Clinton doll, rare, $79. Call 724-2223973. ____________________________________________________ Amish Made (Lancaster) Oak Kitchen/Dining Chairs - 3 Chairs, beautiful picture available, $75 each. Light Oak headboard (full size), $100. 724322-2458 ____________________________________________________ Black and White Nook - used once, $80, 412-559-7562 ____________________________________________________ Beautiful Dress - Size 2, midnight blue, short, cocktail party, bridal, prom, etc. Perfect, new, 1x worn (5 hours). By Alexia NewYork - $185. Serious inquiries only please 724-322-2458. Picture available via email to mb5910@hotmail.com. ____________________________________________________ Old Magic Chef Gas Stove - great cond., call 724-258-5573 ____________________________________________________ Sears Craftsman Lawn Mower - good working condition $100 - 724258-4232 ____________________________________________________ Free York Upright Piano - Good condition, U-haul, please call 724-3485414 for more info or for a date to pick up.
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------------- NOTICES ---------MEDIATION - Are you involved in a dispute and do not know the next step to take to get it resolved? Mediation is an option. Has your spouse filed for divorce and you need help in managing the decisions that need to be made? Do you have a consumer dispute? Do you have a conflict in your neighborhood? Do you have a conflict within your family and you need an impartial third party to help the family solve the problem? Then it is Time 2 Talk. As a mediator with 30 years experience, I can help you to talk it out, and negotiate decisions that get the problem resolved. My name is Deidre Kuban and it is Time 2 Talk.The initial 30 minute consultation with me is at no cost to you. Resume and references available on request. Call me at 412-726-1514 or e-mail kuban231@comcast.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. ____________________________________________________ The Ringgold High School Class of 1972 will hold its 40th reunion at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, October 6, 2012, at Anthony’s on the Mon, in Lower Speers. Classmates wishing to attend this event are asked to contact Terri Josephi Clement by phone at 724-747-2243 or email tclement45@comcast.net. Information and registration for the event is also available on the class’s Facebook site: Ringgold High School Class of ’72 Reunion (event), at: https://www.facebook.com/ events/207058966086793/. ____________________________________________________ Compulsive Eaters Anonymous - H.O.W. is a free, 12 Step program for people who have a problem controlling their eating.We have meetings every day throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania. For more information, call 412225-1664, e-mail info@ceahowpa.org or visit www.ceahowpa.org. It's simple, free and it works. Please keep coming back no matter what! ____________________________________________________ ATTENTION DIABETICS with Medicare. Get a FREE talking meter and diabetic testing supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, this meter eliminates painful finger pricking! Call 866-955-7746 ____________________________________________________ Buy Gold & Silver Coins-1 over dealer cost. For a limited time, Park Avenue Numismatics is selling Silver and Gold American Eagle Coins at 1 over dealer cost. 1-877-631-6397 ____________________________________________________ LOCAL GOVERNMENTS! ADVERTISE YOUR BIDS HERE! You can NOW, by law, advertise with this publication to find competitive providers at a cost effective price. Call 800-450-7227 or visit www.midatlanticbids.com ____________________________________________________ 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. ____________________________________________________ Medical Alert for Seniors - 24/7 monitoring. FREE Equipment. FREE Shipping. Nationwide Service. $29.95/Month CALL Medical Guardian Today 877-827-1331 ____________________________________________________
------------- PETS ---------Dog Training: AKC Canine Good Citizen, therapy dog, obedience, puppies, manners, more! Karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678. ____________________________________________________ CFA REG PKD NEG Solid-Bicolor Persian Kittens for sale. Please contact me at t_rutkowske@comcast.net or visit www.chromepersians.com. ____________________________________________________ Herbal kittens - free to good home. Black, black and white, and black and orange. 3 boys, 3 girls. Call 724-929-4189 or 724-929-2486. ____________________________________________________
LOCAL BUSINESSES, MERCHANTS AND SERVICES ROOF CLEANING ROOF CLEANERS ... UGLY ROOF STAIN REMOVAL ... ROOF SHAMPOOTM. - SUPERIOR ROOF CLEANERS , Your Western Pa. # 1 roof algae stain, lichen and moss removal company. Environmentally friendly, biodegradable cleaners used. NO CLOROX or chlorine products used.! 100% safe on or around your home. We are a local company with over 4 years experience. We use a roof friendly low pressure rinsing system. Pa. contractor Lic. pa067350. Fully Insured. There is no need to replace your roof just because it's DIRTY. 2 yr warranty. For a FREE estimate, please call 724-3097837 or check our websites at superiorroofcleaners.com or roof shampoo.com. E-mail to steel57@comcast.net.
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Rescued Kittens for Adoption - 1st shots, wormed, spay/neuter included,____________________________________________________ variety of colors, $35. Call 724-258-8380. Large Boa Constrictor - 7 foot with cage and accessories, $100. Call 724-797-8303. ____________________________________________________ Certified Dog Trainer. Private Lessons. I use positive reinforcement techniques and can help with any problem solving and obedience. Discounted rate for rescued/adopted dogs! 724-249-5777. ____________________________________________________ Horse Stalls available - private facility in Elizabeth, excellent care, daily cleaning and turn out, large indoor arena, outdoor and miles of trails. Hurry - ____________________________________________________ only 2 stalls left. $420/month. (724) 348-8028. ANGELS FOR ANIMALS. Collecting Aluminum Cans for an on-going fundraiser. (Please no steel, no pie tins, and no aluminum foil.) Also selling Enjoy & Entertainment Books for $25.00 each. For pick up of cans or delivery____________________________________________________ of books, call Jessie @ 724-941-5737.
------------ REAL ESTATE -------Union Twp 1 Bedroom Apartment for rent. Central Air. Nice Size yard. Nice size porch. Quiet neighborhood and Recently Remodeled. Fenced in yard. Call for Details ____________________________________________________ HOUSE FOR SALE: Jefferson Hills, sprawling 3 bedroom, brick ranch, original owners, table top lot, garage. $114,900. Freeman Realty, Frank 413.341.7711 ext: 28 or 724.941.3434 ____________________________________________________ House for Sale - Elizabeth Twp. 3bdr;2bath; LR; DR; Game room; Screen back porch; front porch; single car garage; yard. 412-384-6026. ____________________________________________________ APARTMENT FOR RENT, Monongahela , PA. First, Second Floor, One Bedroom, Galley Kitchen, Appliances, Free Parking, Garbage, Laundry Facility. Secured Locked Building, Close to Busline, Senior Discount. First Floor Apartment Fully Furnished! Call 724-931-4764 FOR SALE – Investment Property; price reduced, 6 residential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534. Mobile Home for Sale - 2 bed, 2 bath mobile home on fenced large corner lot, A/C, fireplace, doggy door, newer floors, washer dryer, stove included,____________________________________________________ will negotiate price $5500.00. In Port Royal Village. 724-243-4355. Apartment for Rent - 1 bedroom upstairs efficiency apt at 230 Donnan Ave., Washington, just a few blocks from downtown and W&J College. Total electric, no pets allowed, 1st and last months rent required down. $350 a month. Call 724-258-9115. ____________________________________________________ Warehouse For Lease - Contact owner directly at 724-483-4500 or 724433-6541. Price negotiable. Includes office space and parking, 3 bay doors for____________________________________________________ easy loading/unloading, all utilities present, fantastic location. House for Rent in Charleroi - Large house on Lookout Ave. in Charleroi. One year free rent in exchange for construction on house. For more information, call 803-524-3308. FOR RENT - Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available! Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit #1507) at the new “Paradise Resort” in Myrtle Beach will provide you with all the comforts of home. 2 Bedrooms + Sleeper sofa; 2 Bathrooms; Lazy River; Hot Tub; Indoor/Outdoor Pools; Exercise Room; Oceanfront Balcony. For complete weekly and seasonal pricing, visit the website www.oceanfront condorentals.com/ Paradise Resort.htm. For additional questions or to make a reservation call Oceanfront Condo Rentals Inc. at 843-236-6623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507. OWNER WILL FINANCE. Bank or seller won’t finance? We help! No qualifying. No credit! Low Down. Call Today! 1-800-563-2734 kanthony@cigrealty.com ____________________________________________________ 20 ACRES FREE! 60 acres for 40 acre price. $0-Down, $168/mo. Money Back Guarantee NO CREDIT CHECKS. West Texas. 1-800-843-7537 www.SunsetRanches.com ____________________________________________________ 20 Acres Free! 60-for-40 acres price/investment $0- Down, $168/mo. Money Back Guarantee No Credit Checks! West Texas 1-800-843-7537 www.sunsetranches.com ____________________________________________________ ABANDONED FARM! 5 acres - $69,900 Nice old farmhouse, barns, awesome view! Beautiful upstate NY setting! Call (866) 495-8733 ____________________________________________________
------------- SERVICES ---------Dog Training: AKC Canine Good Citizen, therapy dog, obedience, puppies, manners, more! Karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678. MEDIATION - Are you involved in a dispute and do not know the next step to take to get it resolved? Mediation is an option. Has your spouse filed for divorce and you need help in managing the decisions that need to be made? Do you have a consumer dispute? Do you have a conflict in your neighborhood? Do you have a conflict within your family and you need an impartial third party to help the family solve the problem? Then it is Time 2 Talk. As a mediator with 30 years experience, I can help you to talk it out, and negotiate decisions that get the problem resolved. My name is Deidre Kuban and it is Time 2 Talk.The initial 30 minute consultation with me is at no cost to you. Resume and references available on request. Call me at 412-726-1514 or email kuban231@comcast.net. HOME IMPROVEMENTS. Roofing, Vinyl siding, and window replacement experts. 34 years in business. No money down. Thousands of happy customers. Meredithhomeimprovements.com, call for a free estimate 412-8319991. PA 005063 ____________________________________________________ Companion for Elderly - Will help with dressing, meds, meals, and companionship. I provide activities, such as, cards, bingo, walks, exercise, and cheerful conversation.Add joy to your loved one's day. Hourly rates, in Bethel Park and surrounding areas. Please contact Carol at 412- 479- 9918. Family Movie Transfers and DVD Montage Creations by Deb Cheplic. Transfer family 8mm and Super 8 reel (projector) movies to DVD – also transfer VHS, VHS-C DV tapes, vinyl records and cassettes. Movies transferred digitally, frame by frame, for superior clarity. No projector flicker – reasonable rates. Create a one of a kind DVD Montage of special family events. 724-258-5336; email: dcheplic@gmail.com Web page: http://www.debcheplicmovietransfersandmontages.com Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724-825-7233. ____________________________________________________ Certified Dog Trainer. Private Lessons. I use positive reinforcement techniques and can help with any problem solving and obedience. Discounted rate for rescued/adopted dogs! 724-249-5777. ____________________________________________________ Automatic Transmission Repair Performed By Certified Mechanic, South Park PA, Call 412-377-6917. ____________________________________________________
----------- VACATIONS ---------------Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available! Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit #1507) at the new “Paradise Resort” in Myrtle Beach will provide you with all the comforts of home. 2 Bedrooms + Sleeper sofa; 2 Bathrooms; Lazy River; Hot Tub; Indoor/Outdoor Pools; Exercise Room; Oceanfront Balcony. For complete weekly and seasonal pricing, visit the website - www.oceanfrontcondo rentals.com/Paradise Resort. htm. For additional questions or to make a reservation call Oceanfront Condo Rentals Inc. at 843-236-6623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507. ____________________________________________________
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