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‘Concussion’ Author Jeanne Marie Laskas Scheduled to Speak at PT Library Page 15
Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce Sets Date for 18th Annual ‘Fleatique On the Mon’
State Fire Commission Speaks to Local Fire Departments Page 16
West Newton Native Serves at Strategic Weapons Facility Page 68
4th Street BBQ Makes Donation to Charleroi VFD
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rtisans, crafters, flea market, antique and food vendors are needed for the 18th annual “Fleatique on the Mon.” This fabulous event will be held in Chess Park and throughout Monongahela and New Eagle on Saturday, June 4th, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Crafters and antique dealers will be featured in Chess Park, while flea market vendors and information booths will be located on Second Street. Food vendors are need at both locations. The application deadline is May 27, 2016. Booth spaces for antique, craft and flea market vendors are 15” for $25. Food vendor spaces are 20” and include electricity for $40. This unique event is known as the largest street sale in Southwestern Pennsylvania! Running along a three-mile stretch of Main Street and Routes 88, 837 and 136 in Monongahela and New Eagle, businesses, churches, and homeowners participate with yard sales, bazaars, rummage sales and garage sales. Free parking and free admission. This event is sponsored by the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. Call 724-258-5919 for more information. Or download an application from www.monongahelaareachamber.org.
4th Street BBQ, located at 308 4th St., Charleroi, recently donated $1,000 to the Charleroi Volunteer Fire Dept. Pictured are (l-r) David Barbe, owner of 4th Street BBQ; Hayden Roberts; Glenn Shipley; Tim Best (accepting the check); and Dillon McBride. All are members of the Charleroi Volunteer Fire Department. PHOTO CREDIT: WAYNE E. RAY