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AT AGE 86, ROSTRAVER MUSICIAN JOHN HUCHROWSKI KEEPS ROLLING ALONG (See page 46)
Donora Honors Troops by Implementing Military Banner Program By Christen M. Stroh
Union Twp. Girl Wins National Softball Award (Page 71) MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Elrama Community Day August 31 The 34th Annual Elrama Community Day will feature a Fireman's Parade on Sunday, August 31. Lineup begins at 11:30 a.m. and the parade starts at 12:15 p.m. Awards will be issued in the following categories: Heavy Engine; Medium Engine; Light Engine; Squad; Rescue; Aerial; Ambulance/QRS; Special Ops; Longest Distance; Judges Choice; and Company Choice.
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f you drive through downtown Donora, you may notice that the streets are lined with more displays of patriotism than they have in the past. You may even notice some familiar faces. Donora has become the latest community to implement the Military Banner Program, which has been taking the South Hills and surrounding communities by storm. The program honors veterans and military members currently serving by displaying the picture of each soldier sponsored and a tribute of when the individual served, and in what capacity, on a banner. The Military Banner Program originated in Castle Shannon, where Harry and Tammy Munson came up with the idea to honor their son. Other communities began to get on board, including Whitehall, South Park, Scott Twp., Carnegie, Bethel Park, and Bridgeville. In fact, 17 miles of Route 88 have banners honoring veterans in the various communities that have adopted the program. Donora native and businessman Gene Svrcek liked the program so much that he reached out to Donora Mayor John Lignelli and American Legion Post 212 commander Terry Gnora to determine the feasibility of bringing the program to Donora. After the borough and the American Legion were committed to making this a community project, Svrcek partnered with the Munsons and their design firm, HTM Designs, to design and create the banners. (See full story on page 31)
Those interested in the Military Banner Program can sponsor a banner to be hung in downtown Donora from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The banner includes the photo of the military member and a tribute.
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT PETERS TOWNSHIP PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT The following special events will be offered by the Peters Twp. Parks and Recreation Dept.: Summer Concert Series for August Come out to the Peterswood Park outdoor amphitheatre for a free concert series from 7 - 9 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the concerts will be moved indoors to the Community Recreation Center. August 6 – B Street Band August 20 – InTransit Fishing Derby Join us for the 14th Annual McMurray Rotary and Peters Township Fishing Derby at Peters Lake Park. All kids in grades kindergarten through 5th grade are eligible to participate. Pre-registration suggested. Date: Saturday, August 16 Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fee: $5 resident / $10 non-resident Location: Peters Lake Park Haunted Trail XV Fractured Fairytales of Peterswood Park
A night that will leave you wondering… who ever thought fairytales were for children at bedtime? Day: Friday, October 3 and Saturday, October 4 7:30 – 10 p.m.; $5 per person Volunteers Haunted Trail Needed Volunteers needed….Would you like to help out? Need community service hours? Story Tellers – Lead groups through the trail while narrating the story line. Scene Actors – Act out a scene on the trail. Individuals welcome or it can be fun if you have a group of friends, family, volunteer groups or belong to an organization. Concession Stand – adult volunteers to help in the concession stand with ticket and food sales. Trail Monitors – adult volunteers to help monitor the trail scenes and groups being led along the trail. Hope you can join us! Meeting dates: September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1 (walk through) Time: 7 p.m.
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Athene Club Inducts Officers for Upcoming Year
Washington County Airport Awarded $686,000 Grant
On Friday, June 13, members of the Athene Club gathered at the Back Porch Restaurant in Speers, PA for their Annual June luncheon. President Bonnie Daylong welcomed Athene members as well as new members Linda Gray and Cindy Sukel. Mary Lou Mudrick led the Club in the Club Collect and the Pledge of Allegiance. Daylong thanked the hostesses on the June Committee: Judy Rager, Chairperson, assisted by Sylvia Whiten and Eleanor Turnbull. The Committee chose a patriotic theme for their table decorations and favors in honor of Flag Day, June 14th. Following the invocation and lunch, June birthdays were recognized for June Hopkins and Sylvia Whiten. The following members were recognized and received gifts from President Daylong for having perfect attendance for the past two years: Jean Careatti, Arlene Celaschi, Ruth Hanchin, June Hopkins, Mary Lou Mudrick, Mary Elizabeth Roberts, Sally Santini and LaVerne Williams. Vice President Mary Lou Mudrick presented President Bonnie Daylong with a bracelet with the years of service engraved on it in appreciation of her service to the Athene Club. The Installation of Officers was conducted by President Bonnie Daylong. The incoming new officers are: President, Ruth. Karlowsky; Vice President, Sylvia Whiten; Recording Secretary, Arlene Celaschi; Corresponding Secretary, Judy Rager; and Treasurer, LaVerne Williams. The gavel and flag were presented to the newly installed President Ruth Karlowsky and each of the officers received a gift from Bonnie Daylong. President Ruth Karlowsky informed members that her theme for her two-year term would be ‘Grace and Joy.’ She thanked members for their vote of confidence and looks forward to serving the club with her officers and members of the board in September.
State Sen. Tim Solobay, along with the region’s legislative delegation, announced that Washington County Airport will receive a $686,110 state grant to fund continuing improvements. “The economic growth fueled by natural gas drilling has created a need for expanded transportation infrastructure,” Solobay said. “Washington County Airport is a critical piece of that and improvements there will help continue progress in the region.” The airport serves a wide swath of southwestern Pennsylvania that includes the districts of state Sens. Matt Smith and Rich Kasunic, along with state Reps. Brandon Neuman, Peter Daley, Jesse White, and Pam Snyder. The grant is part of $18 million being distributed by state and federal government that will improve safety and operations at 35 Pennsylvania airports that support more than 2,600 jobs. Washington County airport has been undertaking renovations that include removing obstructions in order to lengthen the runway. The 401-acre airport in South Franklin Township is home to more than 80 aircraft, 44 hangars and seven aviation businesses. The state portion of funding – $904,981 from PennDOT’s aviation development program – comes from the state’s jet fuel tax and leverages $904,981 in local matching funds. The program complements the new Multi-Modal Fund, created by Act 89, which dedicates $5 million to aviation in this fiscal year alone. In November, the legislature passed Act 89, a far-reaching transportation program that clears the way for significant investments in all transportation assets. The Federal Aviation Administration is providing $17.1 million in grants through the block grant program, which is funded through taxes collected nationally on airline tickets, freight waybills, international departure fees, and the sale of aviation fuel. Airports receive up to 90 percent of eligible project costs for projects included in Pennsylvania’s 12-year transportation program.
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Donation Made to Help Trauma Patients at Monongahela Valley Hospital Sitting are Happy Go Lucky Square Dance Club members Dee Frost and Martha Bradley, both of Elizabeth. Standing are ED Director Kelly Macheska; ED Assistant Medical Director Robert C. Smith, M.D.; and ED nurses Emilee Hawk, RN, BSN, and Sheila Amati, RN, BSN.
The Happy Go Lucky Square Dance Club of Dravosburg donated stuffed animals and red cowboy hats to Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Emergency Department for patients suffering from trauma. Four-time cancer survivor Martha Bradley, past-president of the club, said she “knows what pain is,” and fondly remembers a stuffed dolphin a nurse once gave her during her treatment that made her “feel like someone cared about me.” The group of 69 members bought and donated the 40 bears after being inspired by another local organiza-
tion that donated stuffed animals and sweat suits to MVH’s ED. “If you can put a smile on a kid’s face when they are scared and don’t feel well, that’s the best,” said Mrs. Bradley. “The kids are going to love the cowboy hats,” said Mrs. Macheska. “We have not had those for kids before, and the stuffed animals really do help a lot.” The Club meets at the Dravosburg #2 Fire Hall on Luscomb Lane and boasts members from Pittsburgh, the Mon Valley and other communities in the Tri-State Area.
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PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO AUGUST 1 SOLID GOLD - at the Carmichaels Senior Center from 7 to 11 p.m. For more information, call Geno at 724592-5264. AUGUST 1- 2 MINGO STAR PARTY - 7 - 11 p.m. at Mingo Observatory, Mingo Creek County Park. View through the observatory’s fixed telescopes, members’ telescopes, and your unaided eyes in the splendor of the park’s dark skies. Enjoy the digital planetarium’s sky shows, movies, and astronomy lecture. Group asked to make advance reservation at MingoSPCoordinator@3ap.org or call 724-348-6150. Donations gladly accepted. No formal admission charge. AUGUST 2 BUTTERFLY WALK – Learn about the beautiful butterflies found in Washington County. Join the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation and Monica Miller for an exciting peek into the world of butterflies on Saturday, August 2. Observe and capture butterflies in Mingo Creek Park. The Butterfly Walk will begin at 1:00 PM. Meet in the parking area near shelter 1, Mingo Creek Park. A limited number of butterfly nets and collecting jars will be available. Participants should dress for light hiking, bring a bottle of water, and wear a hat. There is no fee for this program, but reservations are required – please call 724-228-6867.
AUGUST 5 TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO - at St. Francis of Assisi Church Finley Hall. 7:15 p.m. for the “Early Bird” games and 7:30 p.m. for the regular bingo. Admission is $6 for 20 regular games and 5 specials. Doors open at 6 p.m. AUGUST 6 SOLID GOLD - at the American Legion in Hazel Kirk from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, call Geno at 724-592-5264. LOW COST CAT SPAY/ NEUTER CLINIC - at the New Eagle Social Hall. Cats must be in a carrier. $45 includes shots, neuter and flea treatment. Appointment is a must by calling 724-941-3991. BINGO - at North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department. For more information, call 724-929-6111. AUGUST 7 FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PROGRAM - 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, Venetia. All are welcome. For information, contact Patti at 724-941-6609. WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the Community Center in Fayette City. Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m.
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ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - Come and celebrate the 3year anniversary of MVH Healthy Directions inside the Giant Eagle in Finleyville. Activities will be taking place from 8:30 AM until 7:30 PM. Stop in to meet our staff, and enjoy blood pressure screenings, giveaways, cake and refreshments, free drawing for a KitchenAid Mixer and more! AUGUST 9 ESC BIKE RUN - held by the Ellsworth Sportsmen’s Club in Scenery Hill. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. at the Cokeburg Dam. The run is less than 100 miles and will end at the ESC Clubhouse where there will be food, entertainment, raffles, and giveaways. Pre-register for a discounted registration fee. Must be 21 or over to attend. All street legal bikes and vehicles are welcome; bring out that classic car! Check the website at www.ellsworthsportsmen.webs.com for more information. MON VALLEY’S GOT TALENT at Stockdale Fire Dept. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person. Call 724-483-6300 for more information. AUGUST 10 AUGUST FUN FEST - 11 a.m. to dusk at Cedar Creek Park, Rostraver Township. Offers fun for children and adults. Event activities include carnival amusement rides, live music, dancing, car show & cruise, arts and crafts display, flea market, refreshment booths, and numerous other activities. AUGUST 11 PIONEER CLOGGERS PERFORMANCE – at the Washington County Fair, Main Stage at 5 p.m. AUGUST 12 SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB MEETING - 8 p.m. at the Bethel Presbyterian Church, 2999 Bethel Church Rd. All members and the general public are invited. A 50/50 will be
offered along with prizes for kids. Applications are now being accepted for membership. For more information, call 724-984-6611. TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO - at St. Francis of Assisi Church Finley Hall. 7:15 p.m. for the “Early Bird” games and 7:30 p.m. for the regular bingo. Admission is $6 for 20 regular games and 5 specials. Doors open at 6 p.m. THE COUPON CONNECTION 5:30 p.m. at the Monongahela Library. This is a great time to bring your extra coupons to share or to sort through the Coupon Box for items you need. For more information call (724) 5183529, email couponconnectionmv@ gmail.com or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/CouponC onnection/. AUGUST 13 BINGO - at North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department. For more information, call 724-929-6111. AUGUST 14
KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP 5:30-7 p.m. at the Donora Public Library, 510 Meldon Ave., Donora. Join us and take advantage of this opportunity to learn new stitches, get help and share ideas. Bring your current project and enjoy a fun and inspiring evening among other knitters and crocheters. For more information, call 724-379-7940. Free parking in our lot. RINGGOLD MIDDLE SCHOOL ORIENTATION – an orientation program will be conducted for incoming sixth grade and new seventh and eighth grade students and their parents on Thursday, August 14 at 6:00 pm. The orientation will be held at the Ringgold Middle School.The program will introduce students and parents to specific school policies and procedures. Questions will be answered by the school administration, counselors, and a tour of the building will be conducted. For questions call 724-3487154.
August 2014 ————————————————————————————————————————— WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the Community Center in Fayette City. Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m. AUGUST 14, 15, 16 FRAMING TUNE UP - at Lois Guinn Framing & Art Gallery, 3339 Washington Rd., McMurray. Bring in your old framing to update the design, protect your antique art, or upgrade to a dramatic new design. For more information, call 724-941-5001 or visit loisguinngallery.com. AUGUST 16 MONESSEN FOUNDERS DAY 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Monessen City Park, on Grand Boulevard. Free. Sponsored by the Greater Monessen Historical Society. The year 2014 marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of Monessen founder William Henry Donner. Vendors, individuals or groups interested in reserving a booth at Founders Day are asked to call the Monessen Heritage Museum at 724-684-8460 during regular business hours. There will be food booths,
soldier drills, firing of arms, children’s activities, games, displays and fun for all ages. FREE SHREDDING EVENT Bethel Park, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. August 16 in the parking lot of the Bethel Park High School, 309 Church Road in Bethel Park. Residents may bring up to five bags or boxes of unwanted documents containing personal information for secure destruction. The event is for individuals only. Document shredding will occur onsite with the shredded paper later to be recycled. Phonebooks, newspaper, and bound books cannot be accepted. HARD-TO-RECYCLE COLLECTION EVENT - Allegheny County Airport, West Mifflin from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Materials collected free of charge include: computers & peripheral equipment, stereos, ink & toner cartridges, cell phones, home phones, CFL bulbs, used vegetable/cooking oil (in original container with screw-on lid, no animal fats), microwave ovens, polystyrene packaging material, VCRs, DVD players & cable boxes.
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Suggested donation for TVs is $5. For questions, visit www.prc.org. DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER - at the North Belle Vernon Community Park. The monies raised will go towards both the Park Renovation project and a BVA High School senior that was recently diagnosed with leukemia.Other activities to take place that day will include sporting skills competition for soccer, hockey, baseball, basketball, and football. Enjoy music, food and refreshments, air jumping fun house, and children’s play activities. For more information, contact RJ Sokol at 724929-2749. AUGUST 16 FUNDRAISER FOR JOE REPASS - 4 p.m. at the Ice Garden, 101 Gallitin Rd., Belle Vernon. Help Joe through his kidney transplant. All monetary donations or donations of merchandise or food will be greatly appreciated. Tickets are on sale now for $20. Music, food, prizes, and fun. Call Martha at 412-384-9669 or Carol at 412-513-8026 for tickets.
AUGUST 17 MON VALLEY COIN CLUB MEETING - 2 p.m. at the Mon Valley Senior Citizens Center located in the Chamber Plaza in Charleroi. All members and the general public are invited. Applications are being accepted for membership in the club. A 50/50 will be offered along with prizes for kids. For more information, call 724-984-6611.
CAR CRUISE - 3rd Annual Car Cruise at Jefferson Memorial Park. Sunday, August 17 at 3:00 PM. This is a Free event, and will be held in the Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home parking lot. Music, entertainment and refreshments. Wish 99.7 FM radio Street Treat Patrol will be on location. Fun for all ages! For additional information, call 412-655-4500
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PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO AUGUST 17 FIRE AND RESCUE FUNDRAISER - for West Mifflin, Homeville, Duquesne Annex VFC, Skyview, Whitaker, from 12 - 4 p.m. at Brunswick Playmor Bowl, 5840 Buttermilk Hollow Rd. $20 a person includes lunch buffet, 4 hours of unlimited bowling, shoe rental, 1 ticket for Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle. Call Jennifer at 412-462-6900 to reserve your lane. AUGUST 19 TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO - at St. Francis of Assisi Church Finley Hall. 7:15 p.m. for the “Early Bird” games and 7:30 p.m. for the regular bingo. Admission is $6 for 20 regular games and 5 specials. Doors open at 6 p.m. AUGUST 20 BINGO - at North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department. For more information, call 724-929-6111.
SOLID GOLD - at the American Legion in Hazel Kirk from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, call Geno at 724-592-5264. AUGUST 21 RETIRED MEN’S LUNCHEON GROUP OF PLEASANT HILLS MEETING - Noon in the Fellowship Hall of the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church, corner of Old Clairton Road and Audrey Drive. Cost for the lunch is $7. Greg Kenney will present his interpretation of Louis Armstrong. For additional information or to RSVP, call the church at 412-655-2000. Please RSVP by Friday, August 15. WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the Community Center in Fayette City. Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m.
AUGUST 22 ORGANIST PAUL JACOBS PERFORMANCE - at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Upper St. Clair at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Suggested donation is $10. Exhibits of visual art are open in the church’s gallery after the performance. Read more at www.westminster-church.org. AUGUST 22-23 ST. SPYRIDON GREEK FESTIVAL - 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. at 1207 Grand Blvd., Monessen. AUGUST 23 THOMAS COMMUNITY PIG ROAST AND CAR CRUISE - 1 to 6 p.m. at Thomas Presbyterian Church, Eighty Four. Great food, car cruise, the Magic and Illusion of Dalton Lee, and a Chinese auction. $10 for adults, $4 for children ages 4 to 7 and children under 4 eat for free.
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VETERANS APPRECIATION PICNIC - 3rd Annual Veterans Appreciation Picnic sponsored by Rep. Rick Saccone. This event will be held on Saturday, August 23 at 12:00 noon at the Broughton VFD,. Open to all veterans of the 39th legislative district and their families. Enjoy a full military service, entertainment and a picnic style luncheon. Special DVD presentation, special guests, and Veterans Affairs officer will be available to help answer questions about veterans benefits. RSVP required by August 8 by calling Rep. Saccone's office at 412-653-1025 or e-mail rpoirier@pahousegop.com. BOWL FOR THYROID CANCER - 5 - 7 p.m. at Legacy Lanes. Includes an outdoor country concert from 7:15
August 2014 ————————————————————————————————————————— - 10 p.m. with Dawn Savage and Carolyn Marie and local line dancing by Dionna. $40 per person for entire event. 144 tickets sold, 6 people per lane, 4 p.m. check in. Bowling includes shoes, food, soda, limited pitchers of beer. For reservations, please email chris.butterflybandits@gmail.com. HOAGIE SALE - on Broad Ave. by the North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department. For more information, call 724-929-6111. OLDIES DANCE - at the White Oak American Legion, Capital Dr., from 8 p.m. to midnight. Admission is $5 per person and proceeds benefit Veterans programs. A 50/50 will be offered and the kitchen will be open. Music from the 50s and early 60s by Candy and Mike. For more information, call 724-984-6611. MONESSEN CLASS OF ’57 75th BIRTHDAY PARTY - at the Monessen Elks Club, Pioneer Drive, Monessen. Gathering starts at 3 p.m., open bar and appetizers at 4 p.m., birthday photo at 5 p.m. and dinner at 5:30 p.m. Casual attire. $25 per person. For more information, contact Bea Sarra at 724-684-7554 or 724554-2201. AUGUST 24 CABBAGE ROLL DINNER - at Saint Agnes in Richeyville from 11 to 4 p.m. Price $8 which includes cabbage rolls, potatoes, beans or corn, applesauce, and dessert. Take outs are available at 724-632-5857. SPAGHETTI DINNER - 11 a.m. at North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department. For more information, call 724-929-6111. AUGUST 26 TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO - at St. Francis of Assisi Church Finley Hall. 7:15 p.m. for the “Early Bird” games and 7:30 p.m. for the regular bingo. Admission is $6 for 20 regular games and 5 specials. Doors open at 6 p.m. AUGUST 27 BINGO - at North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department. For more information, call 724-929-6111.
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AUGUST 28 FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PROGRAM - 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, Venetia. All are welcome. For information, contact Patti at 724-941-6609. WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO - at the Community Center in Fayette City. Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m. AUGUST 29 - 30 MINGO STAR PARTY - 7 - 11 p.m. at Mingo Observatory, Mingo Creek County Park. View through the observatory’s fixed telescopes, members’ telescopes, and your unaided eyes in the splendor of the park’s dark skies. Enjoy the digital planetarium’s sky shows, movies, and astronomy lecture. Group asked to make advance reservation at MingoSPCoordinator@3ap.org or call 724-348-6150. Donations gladly accepted. No formal admission charge.
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AUGUST 30 THE COUPON CONNECTION - 10 a.m. at the Monongahela Library in the Activity Room. This is a great time to bring your extra coupons to share or to sort through the Coupon B. For more information call (724) 518-3529, email couponconnectionmv@gmail.com or a facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/CouponC onnection/.
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AUGUST 31 ELRAMA COMMUNITY DAY FIREMAN’S PARADE - Line up begins at 11:30 a.m., parade starts at 12:15 p.m. Awards for categories of: Heavy Engine, Medium Engine, Light Engine, Squad, Rescue, Aerial, Ambulance/QRS, Special Ops, Longest Distance, Judges Choice and Company Choice. Come out and support the Elrama VFC!
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Former Union Twp. Resident Compliments Military Banners Dear Editor,
A Sincere Thank You to Fundraiser Supporters Dear Editor,
My Ringgold graduation project, a spaghetti dinner on May 3 at Wright's UMC, was a huge success for the Finleyville Food Bank. The profit to the Food Bank was over $1,300. I want to thank all from my heart who supported the spaghetti dinner with donations and many baked goods, and all the workers who donated their time working, serving and cleaning up. Sincerely, Laurisa Gereshenski, Finleyville, PA
Will Both Tyler Wilsons Please Stand for Recognition?
I am writing this letter to compliment the wonderful idea of the military banners displayed in Finleyville and Union Twp. I understand it is part of a project called "Banners Across America" sponsored by the American Legion. I am originally from Union Twp. but now live in Somerset County. I don't get home to visit as often as I would like, but when I was visiting in June, I really enjoyed seeing all the banners of my dad, Dale Ely, and my nephew, Edward Checque, in Union Twp. The banners gave the area a feeling of patriotism and pride. This is a great way for families to honor their military members who served or are still serving in our armed forces. A special thanks to my sister and brother-in-law, Edward and Barbara Checque, for getting the banners for my dad and nephew. Sincerely, Karen (Ely) Habel, Meyersdale, PA
Family Relocates to Finleyville for Peace and Quiet Dear Editor,
Dear Editor, The story (at right) about Tyler Wilson was printed in the May issue of The Messenger. Another young man will soon earn his Eagle Scout award. He, too, is a high school student and will be a senior at Calvary Chapel Christian School this coming fall term. He also worked on playground equipment for his Eagle project, completely building elaborate equipment. He is also in sports as a member of the Calvary Chapel basketball team. The name of this young man? Why, Tyler Wilson, of course. With so much in common, it seems that these two should meet. Sincerely, Richard Birch, Marianna, PA
I'm writing in response to Jim Sullivan’s letter to the editor in the July issue. We moved out here from Pittsburgh for the peace and quiet. We got tired of the extreme and harsh disturbances, especially in areas like the South Side. They built their area up and now they have nothing but fights, shootings and violence. We like the calm and the beauty of rolling hills, cows and horses grazing in pastures, gardens full of vegetation and just miles of wonderful and gorgeous farm lands. Sincerely, Janice Fontana, Finleyville
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Dodgeball Tournament in North Belle Vernon Set for August 16 Event to Raise Funds for Park Renovation Project and Senior Kelsy Lawson On Saturday, August 16, North Belle Vernon Borough will be sponsoring a double fundraiser to be held at the North Belle Vernon Community Park. The monies raised will go towards both the park renovation project and a BVA High School senior that was recently diagnosed with leukemia. A dodgeball tournament will be held and is open to people of all ages, both kids and adults alike. Other activities to take place that day will include sporting skills competition for soccer, hockey, baseball, basketball, and football. Attendees will also enjoy music, food and refreshments,an air jumping fun house, and children’s play activities. The cost to enter your team in the dodgeball tournament will be $25 per team (5 members per team). The sporting skills competition will be $5 per event. T-shirts marking this double fundraiser will be given to the dodgeball winning teams and the sports skill competition participants. Any individual or any organization interested in participating in the dodgeball tournament or assisting with the fundraiser via a monetary or material donation can do so by contacting RJ Sokol at 724-9292749.
Monessen Public Library Wraps Up Fizz, Boom, Read! Program for the Summer The final month of summer at Monessen Public Library & Cultural Center brings about the end of the Fizz, Boom, Read! Summer Reading Program. Before it ends though, there are several great activities left in which to participate, including a special Shooting Star program provided by the California University Meteorology Club. The Shooting Stars program will be held on Saturday, August 9 at 1 p.m. This event will be right before the August 10 - 13 meteor showers! In addition to this program there will continue to be weekly story times, on Mondays at 6 p.m. until August 11, and Crafty Wednesdays at 5 p.m. until August 13. Fizz, Boom, Read! will end on Saturday, August 16 with a finale party held from 12 – 1:30 p.m. at the library. There will be fun craft activities, games and drawings for prizes. Although summer reading is ending, story times will not be gone for long! Fall Story Time will begin on Monday, September 22 at 6 p.m. Claire McMullen will host her monthly Beginning Genealogy Program on Saturday, August 9 at 11 a.m. in the Pennsylvania Room. The theme for August will be “Emigration and Immigration.” She will discuss the factors, destinations, and time periods, which resulted in the movement of vast numbers of people from one area of the world to another, and how to track that movement in terms of genealogy. The class is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Monessen Public Library is located at 326 Donner Ave., Monessen, and can be reached at 724-684-4750.
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August Meeting of the RMLG to Feature Louis Armstrong Impersonator
Oliver Miller Homestead Plans Flax to Linen Fest, Pioneer Game Day
Do you remember when we had a portrayal of Roberto Clemente as our program? The gentleman who presented that program was Gregory Kenney. At the August meeting of the Retired Men’s Luncheon Group of Pleasant Hills, Greg Kenney will present his interpretation of Louis Armstrong. Come and relive some of your memories of “Satchmo.” The meeting will be held at noon on Thursday, August 21 in the Fellowship Hall of the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of Old Clairton Road and Audrey Drive in Pleasant Hills. Cost for the lunch is only $7. For additional information, or to indicate your intention to attend, call the office of the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church at 412655-2000. Please call by Friday, August 15 to be included in the lunch order.
An Eighteenth Century Flax to Linen Fest will be held at the historic Oliver Miller Homestead in South Park on Sunday, August 17 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. On this special day, visitors to the Homestead will see the processing of flax to linen from harvesting to rippling, retting, breaking, scutching, hackling, spinning, and being woven into cloth on the loom. Come and learn what these terms mean! As summer draws to a close, it’s time to have one last weekend of fun. The members of the Oliver Miller Homestead Association invite you to join them at the Homestead in South Park on Sunday, August 31, as they illustrate the practical as well as the lighter side of pioneer life in the late days of summer. Learn how our ancestors entertained themselves by coming to the Oliver Miller Homestead. Many of the games and diversions that they created arose from their chores and the talents that they needed to accomplish them. Guests to the Homestead may participate in games such as the Garden Varmint Toss, where a child’s aim would have been improved. Other games will include Table Top 9 Pins, Put ‘n Take, Shove ‘Ha Penny, and an early version of horseshoes. Guests will be invited to participate in sack races and other games to show whether they have the necessary skills to survive on the frontier. Young people may participate in a picture scavenger hunt when they will search out various articles on the site and will be rewarded with a treat. The associates, in period dress, will also conduct tours of the stone house, the springhouse, the log house, the forge, demonstration shed, transportation shed, and the barn. The members will present ongoing demonstrations of spinning, weaving, quilting, open hearth cooking, blacksmith work, and the use of hand tools to make everyday items. The Trading Post, which is located in the barn, will be open for business with books, trade goods, and items made at the Homestead available for sale. The Oliver Miller Homestead is located on Stone Manse Drive, just off the circle on Corrigan Drive in South Park. It is open each Sunday through December 7 from 1:30 until 4:30, with the last admission at 4 p.m. Admission is $2. For more information, visit the website at www.olivermiller.org or phone 412 835-1554.
Become a Domiciliary Care Provider, and Work From Home! The Southwestern Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is looking for individuals in your area to open their homes and offer a homelike family environment for eligible adults that are unable to live independently due to physical, intellectual or age related impairments. The Area Agency on Aging has been offering Domiciliary Care services throughout Fayette, Greene and Washington counties for over 30 years. Domiciliary care providers come from all walks of life. They are everyday people making a difference in their communities and in the lives of others. In return, they retain $970 a month for each individual residing in their home for services that are provided. Services include cooking, cleaning, laundry, medication set-up, scheduling and providing transportation to medical appointments. Domiciliary care homes can accommodate 1-3 residents and are certified to meet the required fire, health and local zoning standards. If you are interested in becoming a certified domiciliary care provider and providing a quality living alternative, or if you want to refer someone who will benefit from the programs services, contact Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging Domiciliary Care Program at 1-800411-5655.
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Monessen Library Hosts Mad Scientist Part By Jill Brown
On Saturday, June 28, children who enjoy science were in for a real treat when an educator from Carnegie Museum of Natural History brought real dinosaur bones to Monessen Public Library. She showed the fossils and educated the children about them. Prior to her arrival, at 11 a.m., the Corinne Baccanti, Outreach Educator for the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, children took part in a summer holds up the skull of a camarasaurus reading signup with new Children’s dinosaur, one of the oldest discovered. Librarian Allysa Gigliotti. Then, they engaged in crafts of dinosaur bones. Finally, at 1 p.m., Corinne Baccanti from the Carnegie Museum of Natural History arrived. There was a mold of T-rex skull, which was a quarter-size replica, a T-rex tooth the size of a banana, a tail plate, and many other dinosaur pieces. Kids of all ages were interested and asked questions. Baccanti told the children to come out and visit her at the museum. When she asked, “Did you all have a cool time and learn a lot?” They said, “Yes!”
70th Annual Mon Valley Veterans Day Parade and Celebration in Planning Stages Monessen Veterans Council will host the 70th Annual Mon Valley Veterans Day Parade and Celebration on November 8 at Monessen's Eastgate War Memorials. This will be a day-long celebration and parade starting at 2 p.m. honoring the heroes of the Mon Valley. The parade will feature marching groups from the Military, ROTC, high school bands, Veterans groups from Washington to Greensburg, from Uniontown to the South Hills, and many other groups with vehicles, floats and displays. The Greater Monessen Historical Society and museum will have an exhibit displaying memorabilia from many of the Valley’s veterans that will be open through the month of November. The Monessen Library will present classic war films of the 20th century during the months of October and November and will be free to the general public. The Veterans Council is putting together an 8 x 5 1/2 commemorative fundraising booklet if you or your business would like to place an ad or recognize someone in the booklet. The rates are $100 full page, $50 half page and $25 quarter page (business card). Anyone interested in participating in the parade should contact Ron Chromulak, Parade Chairman, at 412-5157247 or ron1bev@comcast.net.
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Peters Township Public Library Program Aims for Understanding of “The Great War” Marking the 100th anniversary of the beginning of World War I, the Peters Township Public Library will welcome author Todd DePastino to present ‘Origins of the Great War, 1914’ on Tuesday, August 12 from 7 - 8:30 p.m. Register to attend emailing programs@ptlibrary.org or call 724-941-9430. The Great War, as it was known, is the seminal event of modern history because it unleashed the demons of the 20th century: Communism, Fascism, the Great Depression, World War II, and the Cold War. The war killed 10 million people, swept away four empires, and sparked revolutions from the western border of France to the Sea of Japan. Yet, precisely how and why it happened is still something of a mystery. An archduke gets murdered in Sarajevo on June 28, and six weeks later, the world is at war. World War I is moving beyond our living memory and as the 100th Anniversary of The Great War approaches, we focus our efforts on understanding this global conflict that changed lives forever. Peters Township Public Library joins others across the world – nations, communities, libraries, and individuals - who will come together to mark, commemorate, and remember the lives of those who lived, fought, and died in the First World War. Come hear the story, and understand why, after a century, it haunts us still. This program is hosted by Peters Township Public Library in partnership with Memorial Park Post 764 VFW. Light refreshments will follow the presentation.
Johno Prascak Painting "Dormont Pool" to be Unveiled at Exclusive Event Friends of Dormont Pool invite you to the unveiling of the Johno Prascak painting, titled "Dormont Pool." Johno is a renowned local artist whose work has been featured in many prominent national venues. The original painting will be on display during the event then offered for sale at auction. Prints of the painting will be available for purchase. The evening will also honor Muriel Moreland for her years of service to the community of Dormont. Join us for this exclusive event in Pittsburgh's historic West End, at the James Gallery on Saturday, August 16 from 8 until 11 p.m. Enjoy food and drinks while listening to the pianoplaying of Max Leake. Tickets on showclix are $60 per person or $100 per couple. Tickets are $75 at the door.
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September 13 ‘Picnic in the Park’ Event with Rep. Saccone Set for Sept. 13th There will be a ‘Picnic in the Park’ event with Representative Rick Saccone at Round Hill Park, 651 Round Hill Road, Elizabeth, in the Meadow Grove on Saturday, September 13 from 1 – 3 p.m. This is a free event, and lunch will be served to the constituents. Please RSVP by calling 412-653-1025.
Organist Paul Jacobs to Perform at Westminster Presbyterian Church The Music & Arts Series of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Upper St. Clair presents America’s most celebrated concert organist, Paul Jacobs, on Friday, August 22 at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Suggested donation is $10. A native of Washington, PA, Paul Jacobs returns to the church where, at age 23, he played all of Bach’s solo organ works to mark the 250th year of the composer’s death. That 18-hour marathon concert in 2000 laid the foundation for Jacobs’ remarkable career, which includes the first Grammy Award for a Paul Jacobs solo organ recording. Jacobs heads the organ department at Julliard and this summer led the newly created organ institute for the 2014 season of the renowned Oregon Bach Festival, the first major festival to add a component devoted exclusively to the study and performance of the organ, which figured so prominently in the life of J.S. Bach. Jacobs performs widely throughout the U.S. in solo recitals and with symphonies. Jacobs skillfully balances showmanship and interpretive insight in performance, and he also eloquently engages his audiences, communicating his love of music and the pipe organ to listeners of all ages. Westminster’s Music & Arts Series presents a variety of concerts throughout the year. The series is made possible by the generous support of the audiences. After each program, exhibits of visual art are open in the church’s gallery. Read more at www.westminster-church.org.
Monessen Class of ’57 to Hold 75th Birthday Party The Monessen High School Class of 1957 will be throwing a 75th birthday party Saturday, August 23 at the Monessen Elks Club, Pioneer Drive, Monessen. The gathering starts at 3 p.m. with open bar and appetizers at 4 p.m. The birthday photo is at 5 p.m. and dinner will take place at 5:30 p.m. Casual attire. $25 per person. For more information, contact Bea Sarra at 724-684-7554 or 724-554-2201.
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NEWS FROM THE DONORA HISTORICAL SOCIETY On Saturday, August 2 during the Donora fireman’s street fair, an allday open house will take place. There not be a formal presentation but the museum will be open all day with extended hours during the fair. The next formal presentation is scheduled for Monday, September 7 at 7 p.m. on the Cincinnati Mine Disaster. Even though the Cincinnati Mine was located north of New Eagle in the village of Courtney on the Mon River, the disaster that took place there in 1913 has a unique tie to Donora -- 15 of the 98 miners were Catholic by faith and were brought to the St. Dominic’s Catholic Cemetery in Donora by wagon to be buried in a mass grave. On Saturday, September 13 as part of the Heinz History Center Affiliate Ambassador’s Series, Smog Museum curator Brian Charlton will be presenting “Donora and the 1948 Air Quality Crisis” at 11 a.m. in Pittsburgh at the Heinz History Center. The Donora Historical Society is a Heinz History Center Affiliate member. The program is open to the public and free with paid admission to the museum. Coffee and danish will be provided. Please RSVP to Sandra Baker at slbaker@heinzhistorycenter.org or 412-454-6412. The presentation for Monday, October 6 at 7 p.m. will be on digital storytelling – “A Town Called: Donora” by Cal U students Corrine Dowlin and Rachael Fawley. In 1950, a 21-year-old German man named Guenter Kunert wrote a poem about the 1948 Smog titled "The Song of a Small Town." For him, what took place in Donora in 1948 paralleled his struggles of surviving WWII as a young German-Jew whose relatives were exterminated in concentration camps. Later, this poem was translated by Penn State University lan-
guages professor Dr. Manfred Keune and presented to the Donora Historical Society, and Guenter Kunert would go on to become one of Germany's greatest contemporary writers. In 2013, as part of a Cal U Honors English class, Dowlin and Fawley used Kunert's poem and combined it with some of their own poetic flair for their video project. They will present their video and their experiences with completing their project. The 4th Annual Cement City Home and Walking Tour will be scheduled for Sunday, October 19 at 1 p.m. The tour will start at the museum with a photo presentation on Donora’s National Historic District – Thomas Edison’s Cement City, and will show artifacts and original blueprints during the construction from 1916 and 1917. A walking tour will follow in the Historic District to point out some of the various architectural details. The walk will conclude by touring the interior of at least one home where a couple of rooms have been restored to period. There is no Steelers game scheduled on this day. Space will be limited to 30 people. The proposed cost of the tour will be $10 a person. Please RSVP. The Donora Historical Society and Smog Museum is located at the intersection of Sixth and McKean in the heart of Donora, and is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. or by appointment. If you have additional questions about the subjects mentioned above, the society, museum, meetings or possibly volunteering, feel free to stop by or email us at DonoraHistoricalSociety@gmail.co m or by calling 724-823-0364 and leaving a message. Or visit us at www.DonoraHistoricalSociety.org.
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GRC Plans August Fun Fest at Cedar Creek Park The Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner with Westmoreland County Parks & Recreation, The Valley Independent and the Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners for August Fun Fest, on Sunday, August 10, 11 a.m. to dusk. Headlining this year’s August Fun Fest is the Black Horse country band, performing classic country hits at the amphitheater from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Taking the stage at 2 p.m., Pittsburgh’s premier teen song and dance ensemble The East End Kids will be performing. The East End Kids feature Broadwaystyle song and dance numbers that will entertain visitors of all ages! Also featured at August Fun Fest is the world’s craziest magician, Steve Haberman. Steve is one of the premier illusionists in the country and has entertained audiences from coast to coast with a unique blend of sleight-of-hand, comedy, mindreading and stunning larger than life illusions. Steve will be performing his unique blend of family oriented magic at noon, 2 and 4 p.m. The Road Kings Car Club will be back again to host the August Fun Fest Show Car Cruise! The show features all types of cars up to 2014 models and has been highlighted in Hot Rod News magazine. The show continues to grow every year and
over 500 cars are expected to attend! Kids can have fun all day with an all-day ride pass for only $4 and get unlimited access to all carnival rides, pony rides, kiddie train rides and the petting zoo. Other attractions at the festival include an arts and crafts show with over 40 vendors and craftsmen, a flea market, a chainsaw sculptor, bingo, various group demonstrations and a cavalcade of bands that will feature five talented, local musical groups. August Fun Fest is a Westmoreland County Bureau of Parks and Recreation event, and is sponsored by West Penn Power, the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce, the Road Kings Car Club, and the Valley Independent. Cedar Creek Park is located in Rostraver Township off Route 51, one-quarter mile north of I-70. For more information, please call Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation at 724-830-3950 or visit www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks.
Crafters Needed For October Craft Show in South Park The South Park Women’s Club will be holding their 21st Annual Craft Show on Saturday, October 4 at the home economics building in the South Park Fairgrounds. If you make unique homemade crafts and are interested in this year’s event, please call Kathy at 412-833-1266. Last year’s show hosted 45+ crafters who offered a large variety of wares, a Chinese auction, refreshments, bake sale and raffles. Space is available both inside and outside. The craft show benefits the South Park Women’s Club, a nonprofit organization’s ongoing community activities.
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Treat Your Taste Buds to Soup this August with Soup Takeout Fundraiser Traditional soups well-known to western Pennsylvanians will be offered to please the taste buds of patrons of the next Soup Takeout Fundraiser at the Sisters of St. Francis of the Providence of God on Wednesday, August 13. Borsht – a cold beet soup will be offered along with classic chicken noodle soup and wedding soup. A favorite seasonal soup of patrons, the borscht recipe is from Sister Francine McDonald, OSF. Each soup is $5 a quart, which comes with 2 dinner rolls. Orders must be placed no later than Thursday, August 7 at 412-885-7232 or info@osfprov.org. Soup orders can be picked-up on Wednesday, August 13 from 3 – 6 p.m. at the Sisters’ Motherhouse, located at 3603 McRoberts Road in Pittsburgh’s South Hills. The Sisters host monthly takeout fundraisers throughout the year, where patrons can choose from three homemade soup selections each month. Using fresh ingredients, Chef Brannock prepares healthier versions of soup by omitting additional salt. Wedding, their most popular soup, is offered every month with two other rotating seasonal selections. The soup menu is available on the events page of the Sisters website, www.osfprov.org, or by calling 412-885-7232. Soup patrons looking for unique gifts may visit the Sisters’ Gift Shoppe, which is open during takeout pick-up, as well as weekdays from 1 – 3 p.m. Franciscan Blend fair trade coffee is also available at the Motherhouse and sold during soup pick-up. Coffee selection includes regular, chocolatecherry, hazelnut and French vanilla. Decaffeinated versions of the regular and hazelnut are also available. All proceeds from soup, coffee and craft sales benefit the Sisters of St. Francis of the Providence of God.
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Peters Twp. Meals on Wheels Depends on Community Support and Volunteerism The mission of Meals on Wheels of Peters Township is to provide a hot, nutritious meal to anyone who has difficulty shopping for food or cooking meals, regardless of income. Our primary service is to senior citizens, but we can assist others in special circumstances. Celebrating our 40th birthday this November, our program was created in 1974 as a joint project of local churches and operated out of the kitchen of St. David’s Church for 34 years. In 2008 we incorporated and became an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our Meals on Wheels has grown into a major community asset. Headed by long-time volunteer director Susan Hanawalt, the organization has five employees, many kitchen and driver volunteers, and a volunteer Board of Directors. We moved to our current location above the Peters Township Fire Department in 2009 in order to accommodate an increasing volume of meals. At that time, we were delivering meals to approximately 100 clients each day on seven routes. In less than five years, our program has almost doubled in size and we now serve between 175 and 200 clients on twelve routes each day, in a wide service area which includes Peters Township, Canonsburg, Houston, Eighty-Four, Finleyville, Lawrence, Bridgeville/ South Fayette, and parts of Upper St. Clair and Bethel Park. Thanks to generous community support, we are able to offer good
quality meals for a very modest fee, without the use of government funds. We rely on over 200 volunteers throughout the course of a year to contribute their time and talents to prepare, package, and deliver meals to our clients. Local businesses, foundations, non-profit groups, and individuals also contribute financially and with donated items like fresh produce from Trax farms and baked goods for desserts for our clients’ meals. As the need for meals continues to grow, so does the need for volunteers and donated food items. There are a variety of ways that community members can help meet these needs. Kitchen volunteers help prepare and package meals in our kitchen from 8:00 to 10:30 a.m. Volunteer drivers are needed for regular weekly routes and as substitutes to deliver meals to our clients on weekday mornings between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. We are also grateful for donations of leftover baked goods from Heisler’s Market, Panera Bread, and Bartram’s and would appreciate any additional stores joining this group. We can arrange pick-up. Individual volunteers are also welcome to bake desserts at home to donate for our clients’ meals or to bring in garden produce. Students can earn community service hours for volunteering. For more information or to volunteer, call 724-969-1000, email us at mowpt1@verizon.net or stop by our facility at 245 E. McMurray Road any weekday morning.
Introduction to Square Dancing is Free and Fun! Please join us at Peace Lutheran Church, 107 Carol Dr., McMurray, on Sunday, September 7 from 7 - 9:30 p.m. for a free, fun night of introduction to square dancing. No experience or partner necessary (casual attire). For more info, call Friendly Squares Dance Club and ask for Louise at 724-302-1960 or Renee at 724-267-4655.
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Monessen Veterans Council Presents Tribute to World War II Veterans United States Marine Corps veterans Mike Yusko (left) and Jack Snyder watch solemnly as the Monessen Veterans Council presents a tribute to the city’s living World War II veterans on July 19 at the Herman Mihalich Memorial Boat Launch. Other veterans honored at the event were John Billy; Frank Biseda; Edmund Daumit; Lee Doman; Sam Fuoco; Clifford Jones; Jack C.F. Kerr; Rosemarie Kerr; Joseph Maiolini; Steve Major; Judge Gilfert Mihalich; Andy Mudron; Anthony Reda; Bernie Reday; Art Trilli; Bea Yakem and Melvin Zubritsky. Another World War II veteran, Pierre Luti, also was to be among those honored, but he passed away two days before the event.
Charleroi Area Historical Society Welcomes Terry Necciai as August Presenter Terry A. Necciai, RA, will be the featured speaker at the August 2014 meeting of the Charleroi Area Historical Society. The meeting will be at the SPHS Riverside Place Senior Center, Chamber Plaza, at 7 p.m. on Monday, August 8. The topic will be “Italian-Americans of the Monongahela Valley.” Necciai, a native of Monongahela, is a licensed architect who specializes in historic preservation, business district revitalization, and other projects related to local history and heritage topics, mostly in southwestern Pennsylvania. Necciai was the first Main Street manager of Charleroi, from 19871990. He was also retained later by the Charleroi Area Historical Society to prepare the National Register nomination for the Charleroi Historic District. The nomination makes nearly 1,800 buildings eligible for historic preservation incentives, such as tax credits to offset the cost of rehabilitating income-producing properties, and similar programs. In the August presentation, Necciai will outline the historical events that drew immigrants from almost every part of Italy to the Mid-Mon Valley, especially between 1880 and 1920. He will also offer a sneak preview of a book he is releasing later in August for the Sister City Celebration in Monongahela. The book will trace the role of immigrants from the Province of Brescia who began arriving in Monongahela in the mid-1880s. The book shows how they paved the way for other groups of Italians who came, one group after another, in a chain-reaction, to the mining towns and other communities in the valley. The patterns of immigration from Italy and other countries to Charleroi will be outlined as well in the presentation, as it is part of the larger pattern presented in the book. Necciai has been researching this topic for over 30 years. He helped to start the Italian heritage groups in Monessen and Monongahela in the 1990s.
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Fun for Everyone at Charleroi Community Day
Theresa Paluso, Sid Simsic, Pasty Brinker, and Stephanie Eson, Mon Valley Initiative, were with the Greater Charleroi Community Development Corp., Charleroi. They sold tacos, nachos, bottled water, drink pouches and candy.
Sylvia Whiten, Pat Weldon, and Jeff Ciferno served soft pretzels and dip for the Charleroi Garden Club.
By Jill Brown
The crowds turned out for the Community Day and fireworks in Charleroi on July 3 from 11 a.m. 11 p.m. All-day entertainment featured bands at Magic City Square, food and game booths, local dance groups, and a car cruise at Chamber Plaza Lot and Local Plaza Lot. Fireworks proved to be the main attraction at 9:45 p.m., with the Saddle-Up Band, a country rock band sponsored by Charleroi Belgian Club, playing from 7:45 9:45 p.m. A real crowd pleaser, the band led up to the main event – fireworks! The day was sponsored by Charleroi Borough, Lee Supply, Royal Order of Scotland, USA & North Charleroi Borough. Afterwards, a beach party was held.
John Sarkis sang such classics from Neil Diamond and Billy Joel from 12 - 1 p.m.
Arista Matthews, Natalie Golomb, and Tessa Thorne represented the RiverHouse Café in Charleroi, serving tasty food such as ribs, pulled chicken, pizza, and hot dogs.
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Take the Trolley to the Washington County Fair! The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum (PTM) is pleased to announce expanded park and ride service to the Washington County Fair this year! From Saturday, August 9 Saturday, August 16 we will be offering trolley service from the Eaton CrouseHinds parking lot at 2800 North Main Street (formerly the RCA or Thepitt plant) to the fair from 10 a.m. to midnight with cars running at least every 15 minutes. This is in addition to regular service from our One Museum Road location, across the street from the fair. Trolleys will run every 15 minutes for the bargain price of $2 each (age 2 and under are free!). This ticket does not include admission to the Museum or the fair. For Museum admission, tickets can be upgraded to the regular price of $9 adult, $8 senior (62+) and $6 child (3-15), 2 and under are free. Museum hours will be 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day of the fair. For more information, please call Christina Parise at 724-228-9256 or visit the museum’s website at www.patrolley.org.
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Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce Appreciates Support from Business Community For 4th of July Celebration The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the following businesses who donated to the Annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration. Without their continued support this event would not be possible! THANK YOU TO SPONSORS: Bowser Automotive Monongahela Valley Hospital, Inc. People’s Natural Gas Tribune Review/The Valley Independent THANK YOU TO CONTRIBUTORS: Allstate Bottino Financial Ashcraft Storage Attorney James Haines Bartman, Inc. Bob & Betty Yowan Carpeting Unlimited Carroll Township Carroll Township American Legion Charleroi Federal Savings Bank City of Monongahela C.J.’s Furniture
Cox Market Dettore’s Pizza Dr. Randall Rodriguez Duke of Oil First Federal Savings Bank First Niagara Bank Frye Funeral Home Frye Restoration & Construction Grilli’s Studio Hoot Owls Ladies Auxiliary Faye Irey Italian Village Pizza Joe Fida’s Auto Plate Service Ladies of the G.A.R. Max Chywski State Farm Mon Valley Federal Credit Union Mon Valley Urology, Inc. Monongahela Animal Hospital, Inc. One Hour Heating and Cooling PNC Bank Sensory Devices Slagle Roofing and Construction Slovak American Citizens Club Span & Taylor Sparkles by Shell State Senator Timothy J. Solobay Telegraphis Landscape The Borough of New Eagle Valley Inn V.F.D.
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Solobay to Host ID Theft and Scams Seminars for Seniors State Sen. Tim Solobay, in conjunction with the Attorney General’s office and the Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging, will conduct a series of seminars geared toward seniors who are concerned about the growing threat of identity theft, particularly on the Internet, as well as scams. Solobay said the events will feature agents from the office of state Attorney General Kathleen Kane who will go over the latest scams and schemes including those launched over the Internet. The experts will instruct residents on steps they can take to secure their information. For questions about the seminars, call the senator's district office at 724746-3762. The seminars, which are free and open to the public, will be held according to the following schedule: Thursday, Aug. 14 - 11:15 a.m. at Monongahela Senior Center, 102 W Main St., Monongahela Wednesday, Aug. 20 - 10:30 a.m. at Beth Center Senior Center, 316 Station St., Vestaburg Thursday, Aug. 21 - 9:45 a.m. at Washington Area Senior Center, 69 W Maiden St., Washington Tuesday, Aug. 26 - 10:30 a.m. at McDonald-Cecil Senior Center, 3599 Miller's Run Rd., Cecil Thursday, Aug. 28 - 10:30 a.m. at Burgettstown Senior Center, 200 Senior Way, Burgettstown Wednesday, Sept. 3 - 11:15 a.m. at Riverside Place, 303 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi Thursday, Sept. 25 - 11 a.m. at Center in the Woods, 130 Woodland Court, Brownsville
Oldies Appreciation Dance in Stockdale a Smashing Success
A group of dancers led by Paul Tobacco (wearing sunglasses on the right) display their fancy footwork at the outdoor oldies event at Stockdale.
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John and Mary Jane Martucci of Charleroi were among those relaxingat the Stockdale Volunteer Fire Department’s recreation complex, where the free appreciation dance was held.
More than 500 people enjoyed a free outdoor Oldies Appreciation Dance at the Stockdale Volunteer Fire Department’s recreation complex. The event was presented by the firemen to express their gratitude to the thousands of people that have supported their dances over the past 57 years.
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Westmoreland Yough Trail Chapter Plans 21st Labor Day Poker Run The Westmoreland Yough Trail Chapter of the Regional Trail Corporation will hold its Annual Poker Run on Labor Day, Monday, September 1. The walking/biking non-competitive event will start at the Arthur H. King Access Area of the Youghiogheny River Trail in West Newton. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used by trail volunteers to maintain, preserve and enhance the Youghiogheny River Trail section of the Great Allegheny Passage. The Poker Run consists of three events. All cyclists are required to wear an ANSI- or SNELL-approved helmet at these events: 1) A walking, jogging, wheelchairoptional, four-mile flat course. 2) A level 12-mile bike ride that runs south along the Youghiogheny River to Smithton Beach and back. 3) An endurance 20-mile bike ride that runs south along the Youghiogheny River Trail to Whitsett and back. The Poker Run is not a race. Participants walk or ride at their own pace taking as little time, or up to two hours, to finish their course. At checkpoints throughout the course, participants will pick a playing card to develop a poker hand. At the end of the course each poker hand is tallied and the person with the best hand in each of the three events receives a cash prize award. Afterwards, a raffle is conducted and all participants are eligible to win
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more than 75 door prizes that have been donated by regional businesses who support the trail and what the trail brings to our area. A bicycle is the grand prize giveaway. There will also be a half-the-take drawing. Many people are unaware that the trail is not maintained by county or state workers, but by volunteer effort. The Poker Run is the major fundraiser for the volunteer maintenance of the 10.5 miles of trail that runs through Westmoreland County. People come from all around the southwest region to enjoy the scenery, smell the early morning air along the river, enjoy the camaraderie of the event and have a chance to win the 75-plus prizes. The Poker Run entry forms may be picked up at the Regional Trail Corporation office in West Newton (located in West Newton Station), from the bulletin boards along the trail, from the many supporting businesses in the region and on the website www.bikewytc.org. The cost is $20 per person, and $10 for children age ten and under. Each participant who registers before August 15th receives a short-sleeved moisture-wicking Poker Run t-shirt. The event is held rain or shine, no refunds. For additional information, call 724-872-5586 or visit the website www.bikewytc.org (no increase for event day registration). Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the event starts at 9 a.m.
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Let's Talk Real Estate by ROGER DOLANCH Broker/Owner
Seven Common FirstTime Buyer Mistakes Buying your first home is practically a rite of passage in America. It has deep emotional meaning. It is a source of personal pride and gives you a sense of accomplishment. Be a smart first time home buyer by avoiding the most common mistakes that are easy to make: 1. Taking advice from friends and family. Oftentimes friends and family offer advice without having all the facts. Some may allow personal opinion or preferences to cloud their advice. One person’s experience is never universal and a little bit of knowledge can be a dangerous thing. The real estate market is constantly undergoing change. What worked or didn’t work last month or last year may be completely different today. Market values rise and fall. Your real estate professional is the one to guide you and to help you make good decisions. 2. Looking at houses before you know what you can
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reasonably afford. If you have not taken the time to speak to a lender and become pre-approved, you may begin to consider properties that are beyond your ability to purchase. It is more difficult to be satisfied when you have your sights set much higher. Speak to a mortgage lender to determine your purchasing power before beginning your home search. 3. Spending the maximum you are permitted to borrow. This is your first house, not your best house. Most people start small and grow into bigger and better homes over years as their earnings grow and the first house appreciates in value. More importantly, once you move in you want to have some discretionary income left after payments for maintenance and unexpected repairs as well as to go out to dinner, see a movie, take a vacation or establish a savings plan. 4. Making an insultingly low offer. You may think that because a home was foreclosed on or has been on the market a while that you can “get a good deal” by offering well below asking price. The fact is that this strategy seldom works. Most often your offer will be rejected because the seller is so insulted they will not even negotiate with you. You end up with nothing but disappointment and will lose the house you want. 5. Hesitating to make an offer when you find the right home. Buying your first home is a major life decision. That said, you should keep in mind that you are not the only buyer in the marketplace. The odds are that if you think this is the right home, some else may think so, too. Losing out on what you want because you took too long to make up your mind can cost you the right house at the right time. When you find that home that works for you
CENTURY 21 Names Cathie Podroskey Agent of the Month CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty is proud to recognize the career-long accomplishments of Cathie Podroskey. Cathie successfully lists and sells real estate throughout Belle Vernon, other Mon Valley areas, and beyond. She earned a Silver Level Award and is one of our most consistent producers, earning numerous production and quality service awards throughout her lifelong career. Cathie is the realtor with results!
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and your budget, make your offer! 6. Trying to achieve perfection. There is no such thing as a “perfect” house, but there is an “ideal” home for you. Homes in every price range will have flaws, including new construction. It is normal. The results of a general home inspection will always prove this to be true. Expect that significant safety risks and code violations may be something the seller will negotiate about, but do not expect the seller to repair every minor issue. 7. Avoiding the paperwork. Remember that when you are making your loan application, the lender will require proof of everything! You might be pre-approved, but that is not the final step in the loan application process. If the lender asks for bank statements, W-2s, and any other type of documentation, please supply it to them ASAP. Your closing may be delayed or final approval of the loan denied because the lender did not receive required documentation. Buying your first home is a wonderful life experience! Follow this advice and with the help of your local CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty Sales Professional, you can find the ideal home at the ideal price and embrace your future.
Finleyville 724-348-7470 Belle Vernon 724-929-2180 McMurray 724-941-8680
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Greater Monessen Historical Society Gears Up fo Founders Day
Leadership Washington County Seeking Applicants for Class of 2015
Plans are underway for the annual Founders Day of Living History event sponsored by the Greater Monessen Historical Society. Founders Day will be held on August 16 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Monessen City Park on Grand Blvd. across from the Knights of Columbus Hall. The event is free. The year 2014 marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of Monessen founder and noted industrialist, William Henry Donner. Also being celebrated is the 150th anniversary of the Third Battle of Winchester, in which Colonel James M. Schoonmaker led a cavalry charge against the Confederate position, for which he later received the Medal of Honor. Vendors, individuals or groups interested in reserving a booth at Founders Day are asked to call the Monessen Heritage Museum at 724-684-8460 during regular business hours. The event will feature re-enactors from the 11th P. V. I. Company K, Inc. and the 11th Pennsylvania Reserve Infantry Co. F, who will set up authentic Civil War camps to showcase a living history opportunity regarding life during the War of the Rebellion. There will be food booths, soldier drills, firing of arms, children’s activities, games, displays and fun for all ages. The next exhibit to be showcased in the Heritage Museum will focus on veterans of the Mon Valley region. Items and photographs are currently being sought for loan or donation to be featured in the exhibit. Please contact the museum or drop off items during regular hours.
Through funds generated by the Melvin B. Bassi Golf Tournament, the MVRCC sends a qualified participant through the program each year. Leadership Washington County is a year-long intensive program that develops effective leaders to help improve our communities. Through a day-long class each month, for nine months, combined with field trips and a class project, participants are guided to a better understanding of themselves, their community, and their role in making a positive impact in Washington County. Leadership Washington County is open to any citizen residing in or working in Washington County. It has been operating for 13 years, and the growing ranks of LWC alumni are a new resource for the many non-profits in the county looking for qualified individuals to serve on their Boards. Chamber members Diane Bianchi and Sam Spina recently graduated from Leadership Washington County through scholarships awarded last year through the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce. The ceremony for the Class of 2014 was held in May at Bella Sera restaurant in Washington, PA. Program tuition is $975 per participant with the Chamber’s scholarship in the amount of $825. The remaining $150 is paid by the participant or the participant’s employer to demonstrate a commitment to the program. The MVRCC will be awarding a scholarship for the Class of 2015. Interest forms will be accepted only from members in good standing by August 15, 2014, 4:00 p.m. Sorry, representatives from reciprocal organizations are not eligible for these scholarships. For more information and a copy of the scholarship guidelines, call the Chamber office at 724-483-3507. Also visit www.leadershipwashington.com to learn more about Leadership Washington County.
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Dormont High School Plans Annual Gathering For October The 11th Annual Dormont High School Alumni Gathering will be held Friday, October 3 at the Bethel Park Crown Plaza South from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. A block of rooms are set aside at the Crown Plaza for out-of-town guests at a special rate. Call 412-833-5300. The cost for this event is $43 per person includes buffet/dinner and cash bar. No walk-ins. Reservations must be made by September 13 to Marjorie Black at 412-833-5967 or klabk@verizon.net. Make your check payable to Dormont High School Alumni Gathering and send a self-addressed stamped envelope to Marjorie Black, 906 Vista Glen Dr., Bethel Park, PA 15102. For more information, contact Marjorie or Jack Reuschling at 412-833-3747 or jdss777@aol.com.
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The Heritage Players Hold Auditions, Prepare for Acting Classes this Fall The Heritage Players are holding auditions for the musical "Little Women" from 7 - 9 p.m. on August 3 at the Seton Center, 1900 Pioneer Ave., Brookline, and August 4 at the Schoolhouse Arts Center, 2600 South Park Road, Bethel Park. We are seeking late teens to early 70s. Prepare 32 bars of a ballad from a musical. Walk-ins are welcome, but emailing to heritageplayersauditions@gmail.com to schedule an appointment is preferred. Performance dates are October 17 - 19 and 24 - 26 at Seton Center. Visit www.bphp.org or phone 412-254-4633. The Heritage Players will present the "Sixth Annual Summer Broadway Revue" on August 9 at 7 p.m. and August 10 at 2 p.m. at the Seton Center, 1900 Pioneer Ave., Brookline. The show features scenes and music from Broadway favorites. Admission is $10 at the door or $7 in advance at www.bphp.org/xu35a. For more information, call 412-254-4633. The Heritage Players are offering acting classes for all age groups this fall. Visit www.bphp.org for upcoming details or call 412-254-4633.
Southwest Regional Police Dept. Announces Partnership with PA ICAC Southwest Regional Police Department is pleased to announce a partnership with the Pennsylvania Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. The PA ICAC Task Force is comprised of a cooperative group of law enforcement agents on the international, federal, regional, state and local levels. The selection of Southwest Regional Police will allow officers assigned to the department's VICE unit to receive advanced training and share resources with other member agencies in an effort to identify child predators and protect potential victims. Through PA ICAC, the Southwest Regional Police VICE unit can proactively and diligently protect potential victims of child abuse, identify and arrest child predators and educate parents and teachers on internet safety. Citizens can request a presentation on internet safety or submit a tip of suspected child abuse through PA ICAC. Southwest Regional Police Department encourages citizens to visit www.onlinesafety.org for more information.
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Borough of Jefferson Hills Children Enjoy Summer Recreation Camp During July
Children love the fresh fruit snack served to them each morning. Here they are eating an apple during a break.
The Borough of Jefferson Hills Summer Recreation Program, which ran from 9 a.m. to noon July 7 through July 31, took place at Andrew Reilly Memorial Park and Gill Hall Park and welcomed great guests in mornings filled with play time, crafts and games. Pittsburgh Passion Football team quarterback Kara Approximately 160 chilPrentice visited each site and put boys and girls through football drills. dren ages 5-12 attended the program. Programming included special visits to the borough building, police station and library, miniature golf at Practice Tee Golf Center and a visit to the Snapology Lego Discovery Center in Mt. Lebanon.
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Saturday Farmers’ Market Open at West Newton’s Simeral's Square Mark you calendar to make sure you don't miss each Saturday’s Farmers’ Market at Simeral's Square in West Newton, located at the corner of Water and Main St. The market opens at 10 a.m. and runs to 2 p.m. each Saturday. Come on down and shop for some of your local favorites. Don't miss out on a great selection of Duda's produce, including their famous corn, a nice selection of Sand Hill Berry products, and a wonderful selection of Gary's Gingerbread House Bake Shop breads and desserts. Wandering Hills Farm stops by each week with a great selection of seasonal items such as beets, carrots, lettuce and broccoli, and who can resist the wonderful offerings of Wendel Spring Farms, with home-grown and canned fruits, jams, jellies, salsa, pickles and much more? Also make sure to come hungry so you can enjoy a wonderful homemade omelet with your selection of fresh ingredients and sit back and relax while watching the river go by.
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Quilt Raffle Fundraiser in West Newton Come on out and help support Downtown West Newton Inc. by purchasing a ticket for a wonderful Amish-inspired king-size homemade quilt by Jane. Also included is $100 cash for a fun night out. The winning number is taken from the 7 p.m. PA lottery on Sunday, September 28, 2014. Each ticket contains 2 three-digit numbers and cost $5. All proceeds raised help fund DWNI activities for the community. Tickets can be purchased at the West Newton Simeral Square Farmers’ Market every Saturday as well as at Gary's Chuck Wagon on South Second St. or from any DWNI member. Our office number is 724-872-0100 - call if you have any questions.
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Donora Public Library Schedules Tween Crafternoons, Forms Bridge Club
West Newton Community Festival Scheduled for Sept. 5th – 7th
On Mondays from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m., we will have Tween Crafternoons. Come ready to paint, glue, bead, weave, or fold a project that's all yours! Materials will be provided. Bridge players are needed for a newly formed bridge group. We need people who know the game and are willing to teach others, those who don't know how to play but want to learn, and everybody in between. Please call the Donora Public Library at 724-379-7940 and tell us your degree of bridge experience and whether you would prefer a Monday or Thursday monthly meeting. Dust off those cards and let's get a group together - rusty players, expert players, and wannabe players come one, come all!
The annual West Newton Community Festival is taking place Friday, September 5 from 5 - 11 p.m., Saturday, September 6 from 12 - 11 p.m. and Sunday, September 7 from 12 - 7 p.m. There are still spaces left for food and game booths, non-profit and business booths, and craft, flea market, and trash and treasure tables. Call 724-872-8697 or visit our website www.westnewtonfestival.com for information. Anyone interested in participating in the parade taking place on Saturday at noon can call 724-9726074.
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The MVRCC refit for people in will hold its 6th need. (Charleroi Annual “Easy to Lions Club) Be Green” Day Paper - availon August 13 able on “Green” from 10 a.m. to 3 day and every day. p.m. at the Chamber buildWhat Goes in ing, One Chamthe Paper ber Plaza. This Retriever® Bin? General Industries donates annual event is Yes: unwanted computer equipment held in partner• Newspaper to the Chamber's Green Day. ship with Goodand Inserts, will Industries of Southwestern Pa. Magazines/catalogs • Office/School papers, window envelopes, paperback The following items will be col- books, workbooks and staples withlected: out a problem. • Shredded paper is Electronics - computers, moni- acceptable but please bag the shreds tors, cell phones, digital cameras, before putting them in the Retriever chargers, adapters, microwaves, old bin. • However, please do not recycle radios etc. by Goodwill Industries colored paper, wrapping or tissue of Southwestern PA. As of July 9, paper, carbon paper or sticky notes. 2013 Goodwill announced that it • Mail – Most direct mail is printed can no longer accept television sets. on high quality recyclable paper. The Chamber has no outlet to recy- Please recycle the mail that you feel cle or dispose of televisions so they comfortable putting in our recywill not be accepted under any cir- cling bin. cumstances. Please check with your No: County planning commission to see • No Cardboard • No food boxes, where televisions can be disposed of fiberboard or chipboard.• No textresponsibility. Businesses wishing to books or hard cover books. dispose of a large number of com• No Phone Books puters can call Goodwill for a pick The Chamber of Commerce and up - the number is 412-632-1932. Green Day participants have the Clothing - used clothing will be right to refuse items that are not accepted by Goodwill Industries of acceptable for recycling. Southwestern PA. For more info, call 724-483-3507 Eyeglasses - used eyewear will be or online at www.mvrchamber.org.
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Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce Stages 2nd Annual Talent Showcase The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce will hold its second annual “Mon Valley’s Got Talent” on Saturday, August 9 at Stockdale Volunteer Fire Department. With the return of last year’s celebrity judges comprising of local magistrates Charles Christner, Jesse Cramer, Joe Dalfonso, Larry Hopkins, Josh Kanalis, Curtis Thompson and Mark Wilson, the evening promises a full night of entertainment. This year’s talent is warming up their pipes, polishing their trumpets and shining their dancing shoes with hopes to outdo the likes of last year’s talent: Dr. Gosai’ s Indian dance performance and Bill Wiltz’s singing ‘Sweet
Caroline’ with the entire audience. Deb Keefer, Executive Director of the Mon Valley Regional Chamber, proudly boasts, “We are excited to be celebrating our 2nd annual Mon Valley’s Got Talent Show. This unique showcase of singing, dancing and instrumental talent of “amateur acts” is one you don’t want to miss.” The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce this year’s lineup of gifted contestants: Anova Home Care and Hospice Bill Lee- Lee Supply Co. Inc. & Mayor of Speers Borough Briana Brickner- PA CareerLink Dancin’ Divas- Led by Renee DeUnger, Southwest Medical Center Kristin Daugherty- Coldwell
Banker Realty Mallory Santoro - OSPTA Tom Villella- Villella Remodeling Jim Protin, Chester Engineers and Chamber Executive Board member, will serve as this year’s emcee, and DJ Jerry Jericho will provide music and sound for the talent. Catering is by Fourth Street Barbeque, Charleroi. Ticket price is $35 and includes dinner, two drink tickets, the show, music and dancing. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the talent showcase and dinner start at 6 p.m. A Chinese auction with gifts valued at $50 or more will be conducted throughout the evening. Last year’s show was a sellout and that prompted Lori Spina, MVGT Chairperson, to secure a larger venue
for this year's event. Tickets will not be sold at the door, so she encourages anyone interested in attending to purchase theirs early from Chamber of Commerce Board members or at the Chamber office. They are also available at the practice of Gosai and Gandhi, 1200 McKean Avenue in Charleroi. Sponsorship opportunities are available at several levels. The main event sponsor is the Practice of: Kamlesh Gosai, MD & A.J. Gandhi, MD. For tickets, sponsorship or more information, please call the Chamber at 724-483-3507 or Jen at 724-4836300. Follow the Chamber’s Facebook page for announcements and info on the event.
Free Shredding Event in Bethel Park Set for August 16 State Senator Matt Smith (DAllegheny/Washington), the Municipality of Bethel Park, and Evey True Value Hardware announced plans for a free shredding event for constituents. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. August 16 in the parking lot of the Bethel Park High School. Following a recently held identity theft seminar for seniors in July, Smith says that he worked with the Municipality of Bethel Park and community partners to offer ways to protect area residents from identity theft.
“We’re offering the annual shredding event to continue outreach on an issue that can be devastating, particularly to seniors who are targeted by scams,” Smith said. “Each year, we receive more positive feedback from constituents who utilize the service.” Residents may bring up to five bags or boxes of unwanted documents containing personal information for secure destruction. The event is for individuals only. Bethel Park Council President Timothy Moury said, “We are very happy to partner with state Senator Smith to help provide such an imporOwner/Publisher Douglas E. Haniford
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West Newton Library Plans Book Sale, 2nd Annual Tea Come one, come all to the Friends of the West Newton Library's huge book sale. The sale will be held at the historic Plumer House located on South Water St. in West Newton on Saturday, September 6 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, September 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. We will have over four rooms of books for you to browse. You can't beat our prices only $5 to fill a bag. If you don't need a bag of books we will have paperbacks for 25¢ each and hardbacks for $1 each. While in town, make sure to hit the annual West Newton Community Festival going on up the street, as well as the Simeral Square Farmers market on Saturday. All proceeds raised benefit the West Newton Public Library. It is almost time for the West Newton Library's second annual tea, so we need your help. The Friends of the West Newton Library are actively looking for donations of vintage or gently used matching china tea cups and saucers. These lovely cups will be used at our tea as party favors this year. Please give the library a call if you would like to make a donation. We would be happy to take just one, whatever you might have. The West Newton Library is currently accepting donations for its 3rd Annual Mega Jewelry Sale. All of our wonderful patrons and donors made this past years sale a wonderful success we are now starting early of next year. The library is currently accepting donations of estate, vintage, antique, costume and modern jewelry, as well as wooden and glass jewelry boxes. Please give us a call if you are cleaning out an attic, a dresser drawer, or an old jewelry box. All of your donations will benefit the library.
Make sure to stop by Gary's Chuck Wagon on South Second St. in West Newton to pick up a raffle ticket for this basket, with summer party items, scratch-off lottery tickets, and a bottle of wine. All proceeds raised from the sale of tickets benefit the West Newton Library.
The West Newton Public Library's summer reading program has come to a close. It was held at the West Newton Lions Club field and 25 - 45 children came each week. Volunteers read the books and teachers from the school even gave up the day to come and share with the children. Each week's activity pertained to the theme "Come Fly with Me" and, using their imaginations, the children were able to fly. They also engaged in a physical activity and, of course, had a treat, which was provided by the West Newton Library and Gary Johnson - delicious! The West Newton Public Library Board and volunteers want to thank all who made this program a success and are looking forward to next summer. In September, there will magic at the library, as we will be making "Elephant Toothpaste." Come and see for yourself the third Saturday in September beginning at 10 a.m. West Newtown Library is located at 124 N. Water St., West Newton and can be reached at 724-872-8555.
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BRENTWOOD LIBRARY EVENTS FOR AUGUST We will be taking a programming break in August beginning Monday, August 11. Many programs will continue, so be sure to check the calendar carefully. These programs will be on hiatus beginning the second week of the month: Musical Monday, Monday Movie, Preschool Parables, Classics Movie, Book Babies and Toddler Tales. We will have a special all-ages storytime for the weeks of break on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Brentwood Library is located at 3501 Brownsville Rd. and can be reached at 412-882-5694. Mondays: 6 – 8 p.m. – Crafters’ Circle - Join fellow area crafters to work on projects, learn a new craft, or share your crafting knowledge. Tuesdays: 9 a.m. - Wise Walk Indoors - Join us in the Program Room to walk along with a video. 9:30 a.m. - Wise Walk - We will walk along Brownsville Road! 9:40 a.m. - Sit-N-Fit - For seniors or anyone who is unable to exercise due to physical limitations. Build your strength and endurance Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - Patron Birthday Party Come the second Wednesday of each month to celebrate a birthday - enjoy doughnuts, coffee, and good company, and receive a small gift. Put your name on our birthday calendar. 11 a.m. - Game Day - We play all kinds of group/interactive games while enjoying yummy treats and lots of laughs. Bring a friend if you want! 6:30 – 8 p.m. - Outdoor Yoga Ashley from Urban Prana Yoga will be teaching a free class every Wednesday. No registration required. Thursdays: 2 p.m. – Bingo - The 3rd Thursday of every month we have BINGO! Fridays in August Only: 3 - 4 p.m. - Lego Club - Join us for an hour of building with Legos. This program is for children going into K through 5th grades.
Book Clubs: Wednesday, August 6, 3 p.m. Magic Tree House Book Club Do you enjoy the adventure and historical fiction of the Magic Tree House books? Our first book will be The Knight at Dawn. This book club is for children going into 1st through 3rd grades. Wednesday, August 13, 6 p.m. Classics Book Club - Meet once a month to discuss a piece of classic literature read the month before. Tuesday, August 19, 1 p.m. Mystery Book Club - Join Joanne for this lively discussion of a popular mystery book. Call Joanne at the library to sign up for this great club. Tuesday, August 19, 6:30 p.m., Cooks’ Book Club: This group is for cooks of ALL ages and ALL skill levels! We work with a new theme each month. You supply the food; the library supplies drinks, dishes, utensils, etc. The library also makes cook books available according to each theme. Call Tracy at 412-882-5694 with questions or to join the club. Thursday, August 21, 3:30 p.m., Elementary Book Club: This book club usually meets on the second Thursday of every month. For August, we are meeting on the third Thursday. We will continue to discuss Wonder by R.J. Palcio. Special Events: Monday, August 4, 6:30 p.m. Hello Robo - The Carnegie Science Center will be hosting an interactive workshop designed for children ages 2-5 years of age. The workshop will focus on what a robot is and what it does. Learn as you interact with robots in action! Registration is required. Wednesday, August 6, 6:30 p.m. Better Living Thru Chemistry Come out and learn how to create your own lip balm, bug spray and sun screen from natural ingredients. All participants will be able to take home what they have made. Register today for this great event!
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Cover Story: Donora Honors Troops by Implementing Military Banner Program (Continued from page 1.)
Next, a website was launched www.troopbanners.com/Donora. The site is updated with the banners that have been ordered and also contains the downloadable application, available to anyone who would like to sponsor a banner. For $90, a sponsor can purchase a banner to honor any military member – past or present – and have that banner on display along McKean Ave., Donora’s main street, from Memorial Day to Labor Day each year. The banners are double-faced and bracketed. The photo used is scanned on-site and returned to the sponsor immediately to ensure that no damage occurs, and then the proof of the banner is shown to the sponsor for approval before the banner itself is made. It then takes 2 – 3 weeks for the completed banner to arrive in Donora. The Military Banner Program became available in Donora after Memorial Day, with the first banners being hung downtown in time for the 4th of July. The program continues to gain momentum, and, Svrcek noted, “The response has been truly overwhelming.” At the end of July, there were nearly 200 banners that had been ordered. Svrcek remarked that it’s not just Donora residents who are opting to sponsor banners, either. He said, “The program is causing family
members to reconnect not only in the Valley, but also across certain parts of the country where people have moved. By accessing the website, they can see the tribute and the banner. We’re getting a lot of calls from people across the country sponsoring banners.” The program is so popular that Monongahela has expressed interest in getting on board, as well. Svrcek indicated that he hopes this eventually becomes a Valley-wide tribute, with many more communities adopting the program. While Svrcek and his business, Colgan Insurance Agency, are the points of contact, he is quick to indicate that this not a project he could have undertaken alone. “Really, I want to give credit to everyone who’s involved,” noted Svrcek. “The banners are hung and will be taken down and stored by the borough, and the American Legion constructs the brackets. My office staff is responsible for scanning the photos, handling the applications, and working with the design company. It truly is a group effort and it wouldn’t have come together without the help of all those involved.” Those interested in sponsoring a banner can contact the Colgan Insurance Agency at 724-379-5300 or can download an application at www.troopbanners.com/Donora.
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PA Rep. Saccone Joins Celebration at Memoral Day Service in Jefferson Hills By Ken Askew
“It’s our civic responsibility to never forget the sacrifices made for us.” “You must teach your children and grandchildren about the high cost of freedom.” These were the most poignant points made by PA Representative Rick Saccone at the 53rd Annual Memorial Day Services in Jefferson Hills on May 26, 2014. Saccone, a US Air Force veteran, PA Representative Rick Saccone was a guest speaker at the event held is joined by Robert Seleski, a at the Floreffe Fire Department, folKorean War veteran in charge of lowed by a parade to Lobbs placing commemorative wreaths. Cemetery, just 1/4 mile down the road. The other guest speaker was District Court 05-2-16 Judge Guy Reschenthaler, a US Navy veteran. He reiterated the patriotic theme, and added that the Lobbs Cemetery surprisingly has been the final resting place for veterans of all US wars, dating back over 200 years! Joining in the parade were several District Judge Guy Reschenthaler hundred residents of the local comaccompanies a fleet of fire munity, emergency vehicles from trucks and ambulances. Floreffe and Jefferson Hills fire departments, Boy Scout Troops 1843 and 712, Cub Scout Pack 712, plus Girl Scout Troops 51102, 52164, and 51130. Thomas Jefferson High School Band and Choir performed renditions of “The Star Spangled Banner” and “God Bless America.” Welcoming remarks were delivered by Christopher King, President of Jefferson Hills Council, Mayor Jan Cmar was in charge of the program, and the Invocation and Benediction were offered by Rev. Daniel Maurer of St. Thomas A’ Beckett church. And the most popular sentence of the day was spoken to the veterans in attendance: Thank you for your service to our country!
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PLEASANT HILLS LIBRARY PROGRAMS FOR AUGUST Pleasant Hills Public Library is located at 302 Old Clairton Rd., Pittsburgh. For programs that require registration or for more information, please register by calling 412-655-2424 or emailing danylod@einetwork.net. ADULT PROGRAMS Your opinions and observations are welcome at the Conversation Salon on Friday, 8/1 from 1-3 p.m. Newcomers invited to participate. Murder and Mayhem Mystery Book Club - Monday, 8/4 at 1 p.m. The group will discuss Started Early, Took My Dog by Kate Atkinson. Extra copies of the book are available at the front desk. Stargazing at the Library Monday, 8/4 at 8:30 p.m. All ages invited to participate in this program presented by the Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh. Bring your binoculars. Final Showing of one of the top 10 episodes of Doctor Who Thursday, 8/7 at 7 p.m., featuring Matt Smith. Popcorn, candy and soft drinks provided. Writers Group and Lifestory Writers - Tuesday, 8/12 at 6:30 p.m. Anyone with an interest in writing in any genre is invited to attend. Bring a sample piece of writing.
Music on the Lawn Performance by Blak-N- Blu - Wednesday, 8/13 at 6:30 p.m. Zach and Sean Landers play classic artists and more modern songs. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. CSI-themed Party - for all participants in the adult and teen summer reading programs on Thursday, 8/14 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Bring an appetizer or dessert to share. Favors, games, prizes and plenty of surprises. Registration required. Book Group - Monday, 8/18 at 7 p.m. to discuss The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith, AKA J. K. Rowling. Extra copies of the book are available at the front desk. CHILDREN, TEENS, AND THEIR FAMILIES PROGRAMS Preschool Storytime - Tuesdays, 6/3 – 8/26 at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Explore different themes through stories, songs, crafts, and a snack. For children ages 3 1/2 to 6 years old, with or without a caregiver. Baby Book Nook - Wednesdays, 6/11 – 8/27 at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more. For children ages birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver. Fizz, Boom Experiment Wednesdays, 6/11 – 8/13 at 3 p.m. Explore elementary science with hands-on experiments. For children
going into kindergarten – 5th grade. Tot Time - Thursdays, 6/5 – 8/28 at 10:30 a.m. Learn and grow with stories, songs, finger plays, fun activities, and a snack. For children ages 2 to 3 years old, with a caregiver. Spark a Discussion - Thursdays, 6/12 – 8/14 at 12:30 p.m. Eat pizza, play games and hanging out with friends. For students going into grades 6 – 12. Weekly Teen SRC winner picked each meeting; winner need not be present. Bug Hunt at Pleasant Hills Arboretum - Saturday, 8/2 at 2 p.m. Join Chad Gore, local entomologist, at the Arboretum to learn about bugs in our area. Registration required. Stargazing Event - Monday, 8/4 at 8:30 p.m. Join Fred Kline of Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh to look at and learn about our solar system. Bring binoculars. Rain date is Tuesday, 8/12 at 8:30 p.m. Family Program. Evening Baby Book Nook Tuesday, 8/5 at 7 p.m.For children birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary. Pleasant Hills Community Day Saturday, 8/9. Stop by the library’s booth for fun crafts and games. Check out our used books for sale. Family program. No registration necessary.
PJ Family Story Time - Monday, 8/11 at 7 p.m. Let’s explore the sky with stories, songs, crafts, and a delicious snack Registration required. Teen & Adult SRC Finale - CSI Party - Thursday, 8/14 at 6:30 p.m. Learn about real-life crime investigation. For teens and adults who have participated in Summer Reading Club. Registration required. Children’s SRC Finale – Fizz, Boom, Read Magic Show - Friday, 8/15 at 2 p.m. Explore the magic of reading with Science Magician Steve. For children who have participated in Summer Reading Club. Registration required. Preschool Stem - Monday, 8/18 at 2 p.m. Explore the science, technology, engineering, and math behind weather with stories and hands-on experiments. For children ages 2- 5, with a caregiver. Registration required. Taco Tuesdays - Middle School Book Discussion - Tuesday, 8/19 at 6 p.m. For students going into grades 6—8. Registration required. Kindergarten, Here I Come Wednesday, 8/20 at 4 p.m. Special storytime for children entering kindergarten. Registration required. Lego Extravaganza Club Wednesday, 8/27 at 4 p.m. For children ages 3 and up. Registration required
UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE JOHN K. TENER LIBRARY J.K. Tener Library is located at 638 Fallowfield Ave, Charleroi, and can be reached at 724-483-8282 or charlibrary@comcast.net. Meetings The Library Board will meet on Monday, August 4 at 5 p.m. in the board room. Friends of the Library will meet on Wednesday, August 13 at 5 p.m. in the children’s section of the Library. Come join us; new members are always welcome.
2014 Summer Reading Program Events The following special events (all be gin at 11:30 a.m., unless otherwise noted) are scheduled: August 6 – Field trip: Bring mom and dad along on a visit to Carnegie Science Center. Space is limited. August 13 – Back-to-School Bingo: Play book bingo and win needed school supplies. August 20 (6:05 p.m.) – Library Night at the Wild Things: Consol Energy Park, Washington. Tickets for the Wild Things v. River City Rascals
doubleheader are available for our summer readers and their families. Events Ladies of the ‘80s Shop Crawl – Charleroi businesses are participating. Thursday, August 28 from 5 – 9 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the library. There will be food, drinks, dancing and prizes. A limited number of tickets ($5 each) are available. Be sure to get yours early. Further information can be found on the Charleroi Borough website at www.charleroiboro.org. Friends of the John K. Tener
Library Cash Bash - Saturday, October 4 at the North Charleroi Fire Hall, 5 p.m. Prize drawings start at 6 p.m.; you need not be present to win. There will be food, door prizes, a Chinese auction, and more. Tickets are $20/each and can be purchased by visiting the Library; contacting a Friends committee member; visiting the Library’s Facebook page (John K. Tener Library) and messaging the administrator; or emailing friendsofthejohnktenerlibrary@yahoo.com. Proceeds benefit the children’s section of the Library.
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Whiskey Rebellion Festival a Smashing Success County Commissioners to Support Additional Promotional Activities in Coming Years By Earl Bugaile
You can find some kind of a festival for any kind of interest, but it appears that in Washington, the Whiskey Rebellion Festival is gathering additional steam, and within the next few years, it could become one of the biggest events of the summer south of Pittsburgh. Thousands attended this year’s festival, held July 10-12 in and around downtown Washington, and thanks to support by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, Washington County Tourism, and the Board of County Commissioners, funding and promotion will be in place to attract an even larger crowd in 2015. Washington County Commissioners presented the festival with a $15,000 check as a grant to the Whiskey Rebellion committee to promote the annual July celebration in neighboring states with the hope of attracting new tourists. “The most difficult task for any festival is to get funding,” said Tripp Kline, the co-chairman for the 2014 festival. “The county commissioners funding lends legitimacy to what we are trying to do.” The Whiskey Rebellion Festival began in 2011, and members of the 26-member organizing committee said it has grown in size and stature each year. The festival marks the celebration of the Whiskey Rebellion that was centered in Washington County in the 1790s
The Whiskey Rebellion Festival is officially open!
Commissioner Diana Irey Vaughn poses with a check for $15,000 and members of the Board of the Washington County Commissioners. The money will be used in the future to promote the Whiskey Rebellion Festival in neighboring states to attract tourists.
when local farmers protested a federal tax on whiskey and rye. Local farmers took up arms to protest the tax and were met by federal troops sent to the region to enforce the tax. David Bradford, one of the leaders of the protest against the tax, escaped from his home on South Main Street when troops came to the door to arrest him. “We are really excited about how important tourism is to Washington County,” said Commissioner Larry
Maggi. “It’s why we made a commitment through the Whiskey Rebellion Festival and we want to make sure tourism is an integral part of Washington County’s economy. We want to make sure we are bringing tourism, people and business to Washington County and the City of Washington.” “This check compliments our continued investment in downtown Washington,” said Commissioner Diana Irey Vaughn. She noted that
the city has recently received a $50,000 tourism grant to match a $311,000 grant from the Washington County Local Share Program for the construction of the community pavilion for the Main Street Farmer’s Market. Supporting these events will bring visitors and spur economic development in the City of Washington.” She thanked everyone “who makes Washington a better place and for all [you] do.” The Festival opened on the first day of the Washington Farmers’ Market and continued through the first evening with a concert by the Washington Symphony Orchestra. Friday night activities included concerts and various food booths. Saturday featured tours of the Bradford and LeMoyne houses, the County Courthouse, a presidential walking tour and a Whiskey Rebellion Re-enactment at Washington Park. Concerts and entertainment continued in downtown Washington, and the weekend’s activities included fireworks. Mr. Kline said the organizing committee has a “real opportunity” to promote the festival in the future. “It will bring real opportunity, and we could never pull this off without the committee and especially the business community of Washington,” Mr. Kline said. “There are great companies and the Chamber of Commerce supported this. We have a real future ahead of us.”
MVAA Announces Auditions for Production
Join the Butterfly Bandits and Bowl for a Thyroid Cancer Cure
Mon Valley Actors & Artists will hold auditions for its September 6 production “Sixteen in 10 Minutes or Less,” a play with music, on August 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Schooner Youth Center in Monessen. Seeking people between the ages of 10 and 18. You will be asked to perform a cold reading and sing a song. For more information call Debi Anderson at 724-684-4034.
Bowl for a cure for thyroid cancer on August 23 from 5 - 7 p.m. at Legacy Lanes, in Baldwin. This ‘Country for the Cure’ event includes an outdoor country music concert from 7:15 - 10 p.m. with Dawn Savage and Carolyn Marie, featuring local line dancing by Dionna. $40 per person for the entire event. 144 tickets sold, 6 people per lane, 4 p.m. checkin. Bowling includes shoes, food, soda, limited pitchers of beer. For reservations, email chris.butterflybandits@gmail.com.
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Pleasant Hills Community Church Works with WV Community to Provide Lights to Typhoon Survivors By Ken Askew
Almost 20% of the world’s population lives in darkness every night— they have no lights. Add to that hundreds of thousands more are still trying to recover from Typhoon Haiyan since it hit the Philippine Islands on November 8, 2013, with incredible 145 MPH sustained John Prusa (left) and Ruston Seaman winds. The dire result was 6,340 merged their talents to establish New dead and 1,061 missing. Vision Renewable Energy. Halfway around the world, two men are working to provide lights to the survivors. John Prusa, of Philippi, WV is an electrical engineer and exile from Communism in Czechoslovakia. Besides working as Members of the Pleasant Hills Community Church bask in the glow of battery-powered LED lights a commercial pilot, they assembled in Philippi, WV. his scientific interests include converting pickup trucks to biodiesel fuel, cultivating a hydroponic vegetable garden, and building a network of solar panels in his back yard. Because of his environmental conservation projects, he incurs no heating, electric, or gasoline bills. Prusa’s pastor in Philippi is Ruston Seaman, also a visionary thinker. He has worked for two decades to recruit volunteers to spend a day or a week to work in local residential homes to make much-needed repairs and improvements in an economically distressed neighborhood. Together, they have formed a non-profit organization called New Vision Renewable Energy (NVRE), to hand-make battery-powered lights to ship to the Philippines. The lights are based on an 8” x 11” thin sheet of plastic with “shiny paper” on one side, donated by 3M Corporation. Three strips of LED lights are adhered to the reflective paper, and a lithium polymer battery is fastened by Velcro to the plastic base. The light is bright enough to illuminate a room; the LED lights will last for 30 years. On June 21, 2014, 33 volunteers from the Pleasant Hills Community Church traveled to Philippi, where they assembled 75 lights. The Pleasant Hills church has been sending people to Philippi for Saturday-only mission trips for almost 20 years, averaging three or four trips per year. They have a history of serving the Philippi community, and when Rev. Seaman asked for their help for this project, the church was glad to pitch in. To date, over 200 lights have been assembled toward the NVRE goal of 1,000 lights. Their outreach program is much more expansive than can be described herein. For more information, please visit their website at www.NVRE.org or call 304-457-2971.
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2nd Annual ESC Bike Run Scheduled for August 9th The Ellsworth Sportsmen's Club in Scenery Hill is holding its 2nd Annual ESC Bike Run on Saturday, August 9. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. at the Cokeburg Dam. The run is less than 100 miles and will end at the ESC Clubhouse where there will be food, entertainment, raffles, and giveaways. Pre-register for a discounted registration fee. Must be 21 or over to attend. All street legal bikes and vehicles are welcome; bring out that classic car! Check the ESC website at www.ellsworthsportsmen.webs.com for more information.
September 11th Remembrance Ceremony Scheduled in South Park The South Park Township Board of Supervisors, in conjunction with Windover Hills United Methodist Church, is again sponsoring a September l1th Remembrance Ceremony that will be held - rain or shine on Thursday, September 11 at 6:30 p.m. The informal gathering will take place at Sunny Slopes located in the Allegheny County Park. The tribute will recognize the members of the departments who are the first to respond to any emergency in South Park Township: the South Park Township Police Department, Broughton Volunteer Fire Department, Library Volunteer Fire Company, and TriCommunity South Emergency Medical Service. Members of the Allegheny County Police Department and the Sheriff's Department will also be in attendance. Active military personnel and veterans will be honored at the event due to the many sacrifices these men and women have made, and continue to make on behalf of our country. Other participants include the boy scouts, girl scouts, local performers, and a bagpipe player. South Park Township invites everyone to attend the memorial ceremony that will include patriotic songs and the distribution of American flags. The boy scouts will be collecting old, worn flags that will be retired at a later date during a formal ceremony. The parking lot of Windover Hills United Methodist Church can be used to accommodate any parking overflow and the church will be used for the ceremony in the event of rain. Join us on September 11 to reflect and remember this poignant event.
DESCENDANTS OF PETER RANICK, JR. SOUGHT Jim Maimone of Eighty Four, PA recently purchased a number of historical items at auction. Among the items was an old text, Complete History of World War II. The owner’s page contained the following information: Owner: Peter Ranick, Jr., Army TD. Bn. New Cumberland, Maryland Theaters of Service: Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes, Central Europe Discharged: October 15, 1945 Jim would like to return this text to a descendant of the original owner. Jim can be reached at 724-348-5332.
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Charleroi Rotary Club Honors Scholarship Recipient, Welcomes New Superintendent On Wednesday, June 18, 2014 the Charleroi Rotarians were visited by Breann Clark and her mother, Michele Clark. Miss Clark is the recipient of the 2014 Rotary Club Scholarship, awarded to a graduate of Charleroi High School. Breann is entering the nursing program at Waynesburg University and would someday like to work at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Club President Steven Arnowitz congratulated Breann on behalf of the members and all members in attendance wished her well in her future endeavors. A presentation on behalf of the Borough of Charleroi was made on July 9, 2014. Mayor John Mollenauer addressed concerns about the borough's economic and residential growth. He mentioned that borough officials were actively pursuing businesses that might like to locate or relocate in Charleroi. Mr. Mollenauer was accompanied by Patrick Garmin, who is the Executive Director at Spartan Health Center. Mr. Garmin is spearheading an effort to solicit funds for the purchase of security cameras to be placed in residential and business areas. The cost for each camera is $250 and the camera feed will be transmitted directly to the Charleroi Borough Police Station. Current plans call for the purchase of 40 cameras. More cameras may be purchased as contributions become available. The Charleroi Rotary Club voted to seek a matching grant through Rotary District 7330 in order to purchase some of the cameras that will be utilized in the borough's effort. Thanks on behalf of Borough Manager Donn Henderson were also extended to Reverend Kevin Roberts of the First Baptist Church for having local and visiting youth group members complete some clean up and repair projects in the borough. At the meeting on July 16, 2014
Charleroi Rotary President Steve Arnowitz (center) meets with Spartan Health Executive Director Patrick Garman and Charleroi Mayor John Mollenauer on July 9, 2014 at the weekly Charleroi Rotary Club meeting.
members met the new Superintendent of Schools for the Charleroi Area School District., Mr. Ed Zelich. His background includes teaching and administrative service in Waynesburg. He also served as a principal in the Laurel Highlands School District, and was the Assistant Superintendent for the ChartiersHouston School district prior to his appointment as Superintendent in Charleroi. Club members also welcomed Cherie Sears and her daughter, Kimberly. Cherie Sears is the assistant to the District Governor for Rotary District 7330. She was visiting in advance of District Governor Mark Kessler, who is scheduled to attend a meeting in Charleroi within the next few weeks. Kimberly is a recently-returned Rotary youth exchange student. She shared information and observations from her exchange experience in Madrid, Spain. As a reminder, the Charleroi Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at the Back Porch restaurant in Lower Speers. Meetings begin at noon and are held in the Side Door meeting rooms. New members are welcome. For more information, contact Steve Arnowitz at 412-3892096 or John Helfenstein at 724494-3195.
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Monessen’s “Celebrate America” Ends with a Big Bang By Jill Brown
The fourth annual “Celebrate America” festivity, held on July 19 from noon – 10 p.m. at the Boat Launch in Monessen, was sponsored by the American Medical Community Foundation. The event featured many festivities and activities, bringing people together in felRon Chromulak and Senator Tim Solobay lowship and paying tribute to our spoke at “Celebrate America.” Chromulak, service people. Chairman of Monessen Veteran’s Council, put together the program honoring the First of the day was a program veterans for “Celebrate America.” which honored the veterans, complete with uniformed soldiers lined in a row, and even the rain did not deter the importance. It began with a song by Jim “Sputzy” Sparacino, who sang “America the Beautiful.” Ron Chromulak, Chairman of Monessen Veteran’s Council and in charge of the procession, first recognized the mayor, and then Senator Solobay spoke. Chromulak took a moment of silence to remember those in the service who have passed. Shots were fired and ‘Taps’ was played, followed by the releasing of doves. Chromulak said, “It’s occasions like this when we’re so proud of what the veterans have done for us. Today we gather here to show our appreciation to men and women who have served.” Vets were recognized with plaques awarded during the service. It was a proud day for those honored. Meanwhile, a variety of booths contained other festival-related activities, including a duck pond game, a bake sale, and a food booth from the Pasta Shoppe. The Monessen Snack Squad, Just a Tavern, Rebel Legion- a Star Wars Costuming Org., and The Petting Zoo were also present. Later, there were professional wrestling matches and musical entertainment to enjoy. Fireworks concluded the evening and were breathtaking, even for a rainy night.
LifeSpan’s Steel Valley Farm Stand Opening in Clairton for the 2014 Season LifeSpan, Inc. – Resources and Services for Seniors announces the opening of the Steel Valley Center Farm Stand located at 530 Miller Ave., Clairton. The farm stand will be open every Thursday through October 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (unless sold out). FMNP and WIC vouchers are accepted. LifeSpan continues to offer this community service in the Clairton area due to the lack of a neighborhood grocery store. The fresh produce is sold “at cost” to the patrons and is supplied by local Western Pennsylvania farmers. This year the Steel Valley Center Farm Stand is funded, in part, by the Jefferson Regional Foundation.
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Business & Merchant News News and Events from the Peters Township Chamber Upcoming Events August 15 - Peters Township Teachers Welcome Lunch, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Rolling Hills Country Club. Register at www.ptcoc.org August 22 - KDKA Radio's Marty Party, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Donaldson's Crossroads Plaza. Come join us for a live broadcast with Marty Griffin. Giveaways, discounts, food and fun. August 28 - Washington County Corridors of Opportunity October 18 - Chamber Chase 5K Walk/Run November 13 - Pittsburgh Area Chambers Networking Lunch
Eagle Scout Receives Savings Bond
Sincerely Yogurt Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Eagle Scout Nate Doughty receives a certificate and a US Savings Bond from Executive Director Brian Schill.
Please Welcome Our New Members Sincerely Yogurt • Hapanowicz & Associates • Sirena Taco Joint & Bar
For more information, contact the Peters Township Chamber at 724-941-6345 or e-mail us at info@peterstownshipchamber.com
Check out our new website atwww.PTCOC.org!
Reveal Yourself Facial Salon by Dani D Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony The GRC held a ribbon cutting for Reveal Yourself Facial Salon by Dani D on Thursday, July 10. Located at 158 Tri County Lane, Suite 2, Belle Vernon (Crossroads Building), the salon is owned and operated by Danielle DiPietrantonio, a certified licensed esthetician/skin care specialist. Dani became passionate about skin care after living in Arizona for 12 years, where the weather takes a toll on your skin and the extreme heat and cold are both hard on the skin. In a world where almost everything we eat, drink or use on our bodies contains chemicals or additives, Dani wanted to offer skin care that is free of those additives. After extensive research and numerous conversations with representatives, she chose a
Pictured are (lr): Lou, Dani and Robin DiPietrantonio in front and (in back) Mary Esther Antal, Jody Moebius, and Lynn Grimes.
product called hylunia. This product has been used in exclusive salons primarily on the west coast for 25 years, combing mind, body and beauty scientifically. Hylunia is vegan, paraben, gluten and cruelty-free.
Products with hylunia are developed to reduce inflammation, which is what causes most skin conditions. Products are available for even those suffering from excessive dry skin from cancer treatments. Different
facials and products are formulated and available for all skin types. In addition, aromatherapy with essential oils is part of the system that combines Eastern wisdom with Western science that relaxes the mind and body to truly “unmask the beauty within.” The salon will also be offering UVfree organic and natural airbrush spray tanning by Norvell. This product is also vegan, paraben and glutenfree. It’s not just a tan; it’s a skin treatment, for a just-off-the-beach look. Hours of operation are by appointment. Each client will be given the special attention they deserve during his or her time. To set up an appointment or to talk about your skin needs, call 724-431-5088. Dani invites you to come in, get your glow on, and unmask your inner beauty.
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GRC July Business of the Month is Perry Floral & Gift Shop II Perry Floral and Gift Shop II, 205 At Perry Floral and Gift Shop II, Independence Street, Perryopolis, Beverly has found a way to touch offers gift and fine art items, live people with her passion and talent. and silk arrangements, plants and She is most thankful to her mom dish gardens, funeral floral tributes and dad, Sharon and Bob, and her and complete wedding design. sister Barb for always believing in Owner Beverly Niccolai has her, and for the wonderful people of worked at Perry Floral for the past Perryopolis for supporting her and 13 years, 11 of which were for the her business. Visit Perry Floral and previous owners. She now has a Gift Shop II, where you will find a place of her own where she can comperson who wants to make your life bine her favorite passions - floral more beautiful through art and design and artwork. flowers. Beverly has been an artist most of The area’s premier flower shop, her life and, over the years, has parPerry Floral and Gift Shop II is open ticipated in several art shows and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Pictured are (l-r): Lynn Grimes and Bernie Zunic, GRC Board Members; Beverly Niccolai, has contributed to many fundraising Friday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on owner; and Cathy Yurkovich Mary Esther Antal, GRC Board Members. projects with her artwork. Also very Saturday. Orders are taken in person passionate about creating floral and over the phone; she can arrange arrangements, she realizes how important the job is to be there for people to have flowers delivered the same day across the country. If you are interestduring all stages of life, through their happiest and most sorrowful ed in the size and pricing of original artwork and limited editions prints, feel moments. She feels it is such a blessing to make those times a little easier free to call 724-736-2391 or visit www.perryfloralshop.com. with her flower creations.
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Greater Rostraver Chamber is on the Move with New Office Location
GRC Fall Classic Golf Outing – Friday, October 3 at Cedarbrook Golf Course; 10 a.m. start. Golfer registration is now open. $100/golfer with an Early Bird Foursome special until August 15. Sponsorship opportunities are available as well. For more information, call 724-929-3329 or download a registration form at www.greaterrostraverchamber.org. Proceeds benefit the GRC Scholarship Program.
By Gina C. Lynn, Executive Director
3rd Annual Ladies Night Out - “Vintage to Vogue” – Wednesday, October 29 at The Willow Room. This event will feature shopping, pampering and fashion with vendors specializing in home goods, beauty, wellness, jewelry, accessories and more. A VIP cocktail reception and after party are planned. Tickets will be available soon. Call the GRC at 724-929-3329 to have your name added to the invite list or to inquire about vendor space. New York City Bus Trip – Friday, December 5, depart from Belle Vernon at 11:30 p.m. and arrive in NYC Saturday morning for a full day of shopping, sightseeing, dining, Broadway shows and more. The bus will then depart NYC at 11 p.m. on Saturday and arrive back in Belle Vernon Sunday morning. Reserve your seats today as space is limited. Chamber members receive a discount. Tickets purchased before August 30th are $85 and tickets purchased after are $95, based on availability. Call 724-929-3329 or pay online at www.greaterrostraverchamber.org.
It’s always an exciting time when a business moves to a new location due to growth and expansion. I am thrilled to get those calls from a GRC member saying, “My business is expanding and we are moving to a bigger space.” With the decision to move are some concerns: Will I be successful in the new location? Will my customers find and follow me? Am I taking on more than I can handle? Once the decision to move is made, making the new location the best for your business and customers becomes the next goal. So, now it’s my turn! I am thrilled to announce that the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce recently made a location move. Our organization has outgrown the second floor office space that we have occupied for the past six years on Broad Ave. After months of searching, the board of directors voted to make the move to a new location. The new office, located at 516 Circle Drive, Belle Vernon, in the professional plaza off of Rostraver Road is a larger, ground-level space with plenty of parking. Plaza signage and the end unit space will provide us with great visibility and the location is centrally located within our service area. The office is unpacked, operational and open for business. Our own grand opening and ribbon cutting will take place soon, and everyone will be invited to attend. Stop in for a visit as I always welcome the break and opportunity to talk to members, prospective members and community residents. Our new address is Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce, 516 Circle Drive, Belle Vernon, PA 15012. The office phone number and email address remain the same: 724929-3329 and grcoc1@comcast.net. Thank you to my office movers, Frank Grimes, Jesse Kallam and Josh Godzin of Event Services, Lynn Grimes, Checkers Boutique, Dylan Pietrantoni, Parker Lynn and Don Lynn.
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The Orthopedic Group Opens New Jefferson Hills Offices The 13 physicians of The Orthopedic Group welcome the community to an open house at their newest office in Jefferson Hills on Thursday, September 4 from 4 to 6 p.m. The office is located in Suite 200 of the Huntington Bank Building at 1633 Route 51 in Jefferson Hills, near the Interstate 43 interchange. The practice is affiliated with Monongahela Valley Hospital and physicians from the practice and hospital leaders will cut the ribbon at 5 p.m. with other dignitaries to mark the occasion. Visitors can enjoy refreshments, a raffle and giveaways, plus tour the new office, learn about the services offered and meet the physicians. The office’s new phone number is 412-384-2240.
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MON VALLEY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Computer Technical Solutions, Inc. Chris Clark 35 Mary Ave. Bentleyville, PA 15314 724-292-8251 www.cts-pgh.com Telecommunications
Matrix Property Settlements, LLC Micahel Puskaric 2933 Jacks Run Rd. White Oak, PA 15131 412-551-1967 www.matrixsettlements.com Real Estate Settlement/Title Insurance
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Ellen Brawdy Named a Five-Star Professional in Real Estate Congratulations to Ellen Brawdy of CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty for being voted as a Five-Star Professional in Real Estate; she also was listed in the Ellen Brawdy June's edition of the Pittsburgh Magazine. This is Ellen's 5th consecutive year. The final list of 2014 Professional Five-Star Real Estate Agents is a select group representing less than 5% of real estate agents in the area. Ellen is your neighborhood realtor and if you're thinking of buying or selling, call Ellen at 724-2554374 (cell) or 724-348-7470 (office).
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Mon Valley Safety Gear Now Open By Miranda Startare
Working men and women throughout the Mon Valley can now purchase safety clothing, gear, and accessories from a local, familyrun safety gear retail store. Mon Valley Safety Gear recently celebrated its grand opening July 1 – opening its doors at 1015 West Main Street in Monongahela. Owner Julia Oldenburg, along with the help of her husband, Chuck, hopes to meet all the needs of the industrial workers throughout the Pictured are some of the items on display region – including those from the gas, oil, steel, and mining indusinside the new Mon Valley Safety Gear store. tries, and more. Only open for a few weeks, the Oldenburgs have already served customers from an array of industries in the area. “Everybody who wears a safety device has come into the store,” noted Chuck. The shop offers hundreds of different safety products, including flame resistant clothing and shoes, work boots, flashlights, fire extinguishers, high visibility hard hats, reflective gear, and much more. Customers can expect quality, brand-name products at discounted prices, according to Julia. Products from Carhartt, Benchmark, Wrangler, Black Stallion, and many more are available for purchase The new Mon Valley Safety Gear store is locator order. The inventory is continually growing and changing to meet ed at 1015 West Main Street in Monongahela the needs of customers, and customer recommendations are welcomed. Mon Valley Safety Gear is open six days a week, with appointments also available. For more information, visit the store’s website at monvalleysafetygear.com or call 724-292-8270.
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Lofink Heating and Air Conditioning Named July Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce Member Spotlight
Pictured are Cody Hawk and Gene Lofink of Lofink Heating and Air Conditioning.
Gene Lofink Heating and Air Conditioning has been operating from Charleroi since 1971, and has been a Trane Independent Dealer since 1986. Gene Lofink is now joined by his grandson, Cody Hawk, who has seven years’ experience and
is factory-trained. Lofink Heating and Air Conditioning deals in residential and light commercial projects, which include furnaces, air conditioners, boilers, and infloor radiant heat snowmelt; they can create custom ductwork. They service all brands and are a DOT-certified gas line installer. The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to have this outstanding family business in the membership ranks. Please call Gene and Cody at 724-489-3550 you are in need of any heating and air conditioning services!
Bethel Park Chamber Hosts “New Kidz on the Block” Business Event Come and meet the three new businesses in Bethel Park - join the Bethel Park Chamber in hosting their “New Kidz on the Block” on August 6 at the Olive Garden in Village Square, Bethel Park from 11:30 - 1:30 p.m. The new business owners will discuss their new offerings and the impact they will have on our region: Brian Shanahan, developer of the 55-acre multi-recreational complex, Cool Springs Golf & Sports Center; Grant and Mary Lou Scorsone, owners of an upscale, microbrewery/restaurant called Spoonwood Brewery (on the former Duke’s Station site on Baptist Road); and Terry Bove, developer of $250,000+ homes on the 30-acre site near Millennium Park. All three will be the presenting guests during this event. These three business owners are great economic development generators, projectors of visibility for the community, and promoters of forging business and community partnerships. Bethel Park is proud to be the home of these businesses. Contact the Chamber office for reservations at 412-595-8361 or 412719-6761. The deadline is August 4, 2014.
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The Women's Business Network Schedules August Meetings The Women’s Business Network’s mission is to provide personal and professional resources to advance the presence of aspiring and successful businesswomen. For more information, visit www.wbninc.com. Local area meetings will be held as follows: • The McMurray Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at The Meadows (Mezzanine Level), 210 Racetrack Road, Washington on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, August 6 and 20. Contact Valerie Bartels at 412-418-3072. • The Mon Valley Chapter meets at 9:15 a.m. at Sparkles by Shell, 246 W. Main Street in Monongahela on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, August 7 and 21. Contact Amanda Ciranni Fisher at 724-309-5120. • The Washington Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread, 108 Trinity Point Drive, Washington on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, August 13 and 27. Contact Tracy Eisenman at 724-263-0304. • The Bethel Park Chapter meets at 6 p.m. at the Bethel Park Municipal Building, 5100 W. Library Avenue in Bethel Park on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays August 7 and 21. Contact Tamra McKenna at 412-8855162. • The South Hills Chapter meets at 8 a.m. at King’s Restaurant, 155 McMurray Road, Upper St Clair, on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, August 7 and 21. Contact Susan Ceklosky at 412-334-3230.
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MACC Names Monongahela Animal Hospital August Business of the Month
Dr. Lisa Lusk established the Animal Hospital in 1996, then located on Van Voorhis Lane in Monongahela. Working hard in a small location was difficult. With the help of family, friends and a supportive staff, Dr. Lusk pursued her dream and opened the larger facility on Hazelkirk Road in Monongahela in January of 2002. Today the Animal Hospital is a thriving hospital with three veterinarians, two managers, and nine technicians. Dr. Lusk has always strived to have a family-friendly, caring and compassionate veterinary hospital. Today Dr. Natalie David, Dr. Mary Ann Berder and Dr. Lusk are available to serve all the animals in need of care. The Animal Hospital features a digital x-ray machine, laser surgery, and laser therapy. The practice has four exam rooms, a surgery suite, and an inhouse lab with a large treatment area. The Monongahela Animal Hospital is a fun, friendly place. Hours of operation are Monday –Thursday, 9 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., and Fridays, 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Appointments are required. Call 724-258-8406 or visit their website at www.monongahelavet.com.
New Gourmet Coffee Shop Scheduled to Open in Ruthfred Shopping Center Scheduled to open in September 2014, Judy's Java Joint will offer gourmet coffee and tea in a cozy, inviting space in the Ruthfred Shopping Center in Bethel Park. Judy's Java Joint will be locally owned and operated by Judy Gramm (with lots of help from her family) who has been a resident of Bethel Park for over 17 years. In addition to offering specialty coffees and teas (hot and cold), Judy's Java Joint hopes to be known for its family-friendly environment. There will be espresso drinks for the ultimate coffee lovers as well as smoothies, hot chocolate and Italian sodas for the younger crowd! Fresh pastries, including biscotti, bagels, cookies, cakes, and pies, will be available daily. Of course there will be free Wi-Fi for those who wish to just sit and relax for a bit! So be on the lookout for the "Open Now" flag to wave at Judy's Java Joint in the Ruthfred Shopping Center, 3400 South Park Road in Bethel Park!
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Local People News Generous Donor Gives City Mission Kids Birthday Celebrations Two and a half years ago, Megan Yunn was working as the volunteer director of a small area non-profit. She asked an 11-year-old girl what she wanted for her birthday. “She told me she had never had a birthday,” Megan recalled. “And I just wanted to do something about that.” The “something” turned into Beverly’s Birthdays, a non-profit agency that spans four counties, partners with 27 agencies, and has presented over 670 homeless children with fun, colorful baskets of birthday cheer. Megan, who has won the KDKA Hometown Hero award, vividly remembers her non-profit’s early financial challenges. “The first year, we had $25,000 to spend for homeless children,” she said. “The second year, word spread and we got $75,000. We do a lot of grassroots fundraising— personal asks, bake sales and such.”
Now she has a dedicated staff of three, and keeps adding needy children to her already-long birthday lists. Recently, Megan delivered some attractively packaged goodies called “cheer bins” to the homeless children at Avis Arbor, the City Mission’s Women and Children’s Shelter. Cheer bins contain assorted age-appropriate birthday gifts tailored to each child celebrating a birthday that month. “Birthdays-in-a-Bag” were filled with cake mix, frosting, candles, paper plates, decorations, and all the ingredients for a wonderful child's birthday party. Avis Arbor feels very fortunate to be on the list of agencies that Beverly's Birthdays freely assists each month, stating, “We look forward to seeing the joy these gifts bring to our youngest residents. Megan, you're the best!”
Megan Yunn, with her son Wyatt and helper Michelle Messer, stand in front of “Beverly’s Birthdays” donations to City Mission’s Avis Arbor children.
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Washington County Community Foundation Elects Officers and Trustees
Deborah Takach
Edward C. Morascyzk
Dr. Jarol G. DeVoge
Sandra K. Guthrie
The Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) is pleased to announce the election of officers and two trustees at its recent annual meeting. Elected as chairman of the board was Deborah Takach, vice presiThomas P. dent of business banking for First Geraldine M. Jones Northrop Commonwealth Bank. Elected as vice chairman was Edward C. Morascyzk, senior partner in the law firm of Morascyzk Stopperich & Associates. Elected as secretary was Dr. Jarol G. DeVoge, a retired director of instructional support services at the Intermediate Unit I. And elected as treasurer was Sandra K. Guthrie, certified public accountant and certified fraud examiner for Guthrie, Belczyk & Associates. Returning as a trustee after a two-year hiatus is Thomas P. Northrop, president and publisher of the Observer Publishing Company. Newly elected as a trustee was Geraldine M. Jones, the interim president of California University of Pennsylvania.
Badwin Middle School Student Recognized by the U.S. Achievement Academy The United States Achievement Academy announced that Kristina Elliott has been recognized by the United States Achievement Academy as a student of excellence in Mathematics. Kristina, who attends Harrison Middle School in Baldwin, was nominated for this honor by Brian Paulos, a teacher at the school. Kristina will appear Kristina Elliott in the United States Achievement Academy's Official Yearbook which is published nationally. Kristina is the daughter of Craig and Sharyn Elliott from Pittsburgh. The grandparents are Leslie and Jean Elliott of Castle Shannon and Frank Buczynski and Helen Carrie of Pittsburgh. E-mail your news items to news@messengerpaper.com
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Sesco Family Donates $1,500 to Monongahela Valley Hospital Cancer Patients
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Pictured are (l-r): James Davis and Kelly Sesco, husband and daughter, respectively, of the late Kim Davis, with Kelly Sesco’s children, Daniel, age 4, and Nathan, 8 months; Gabrielle Nolder, Kelly Sesco’s 10-year old cousin who suggested the oldies dance idea; and Andrew J. Zahalsky, M.D., director, Medical Oncology, with Jessica Fitch, oncology RN.
Two women who lost their battles with cancer were honored as their family donated $1,500 in their memory to Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center. The funds raised will benefit the Ensure Fund, which provides MVH’s cancer patients with nutritional supplements vital to their treatment. Kelly Sesco and family held the Second Annual Oldies Dance on May 10 in West Mifflin with the music once enjoyed by the late Kim Davis of Allenport and the late Diane Sesco of NC. Kim Davis is Kelly’s late mother, and Diane Sesco is Kelly’s late mother-inlaw, who died of cancer at age 58. Gabrielle Nolder, Kelly’s cousin, came up with the idea of holding an oldies dance; her parents are Tracy Barr, who also helped with the dance, and Ken Nolder. The family lives in Elizabeth. “We want to help those suffering like my mom did and we want this event to help raise awareness about a disease that can surface at any time,” said Mrs. Sesco.
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At Age 86, Rostraver Musician John Huchrowski Keeps Rolling Along By Earl Bugaile
John Huchrowski is one of those people who can entertain you in a number of ways. If you want a good story, or you want to hear some fascinating facts about music or show business, he is the one most likely to make that the story you will remember. He can entertain you with any number of jokes. He can give you insider information on what it was like to play in some of the famous polka bands. And…oh, yes…he can play a pretty mean fiddle. Now at 86 years of age, the Rostraver native still maintains an active lifestyle of performing alone or in a group. It’s something he has been doing since he picked up his first violin and began taking lessons. One of 13 children, he listened to his father’s suggestion to learn to play the violin, or fiddle. “I was six years old, and I had no idea what a fiddle was,” Mr. Huchrowski said. “We didn’t have television or radio and I never heard anyone play it, and I didn’t know what to do with it,” he laughed. He took lessons from Walter Smith and Joe Guzik, in Wall, PA near his Wilmerding home. While learning to play, he attended St. Leocadia School and later graduated from Westinghouse High in Wilmerding in 1946. He became so proficient on the violin that he was chosen to represent his high school in the All-State Orchestra in Harrisburg and then was invited to join the Pittsburgh Youth Symphony with conductor Stanley Levin. He recalls playing concerts in Carnegie Music Hall in Oakland every Wednesday, while a member of the Youth Symphony.
John Huchrowski has been performing with his violin for nearly 80 years
John Huchrowski (standing at left) and his "Stardusters" Orchestra in 1944
“I was a high-brow for a time,” Mr. Huchrowski panned, when he recalled his entry into performing with area polka bands. “My teacher (Smith) said that he had a Polish wedding coming up and he wanted to know if I wanted to play some polka music,” Mr. Huchrowski said. “I had never done anything like that before and when it was over I got paid and never had such a good time in my life. I played four years with the Youth Symphony and all we got was a hot roast beef dinner once a year. When I got $35 for playing polkas, I thought I was a millionaire.” That first “gig”at the Grand Hotel in Glassport opened new doors for Mr. Huchrowski. He spent the better part of the next few years playing in bands every week. “Different bands would call me to play, until I started my own band.” His list of performances with various polka bands in Pittsburgh and in the U.S. is impressive by anyone’s standards. He played with the legendary bands of Lil’ Wally, Frankie Yankovic, Stephanie, Johnny Vadnal and Gary Seibert. He also performed with polka Hall of Famers Joe Mlakar, Sam Pugliano and Lou
Trebar. His work led to appearances on television in Pittsburgh and around the country. In Pittsburgh, he appeared on a KDKA-TV Polka Show hosted by Marie Torre and Joe Fiedor. He appeared on television shows in Los Angeles, and was featured in a Polka Party Band that once had a program on Channel 53 in Pittsburgh. Mr. Huchrowski directed four of his own polka bands during his career. They included “The Stardusters” from 1944-1955; “The Highlights” from 1956-1966; “The Polka Dynamics” and “The Ol’ Goats Orchestra”. As a testimony to his career of making polka music, Mr. Huchrowski was the recipient of the Certificate of Achievement from the International Polka Organization. Mr. Huchrowski also became an accomplished “button-box” musician, and performed with a number of button-box bands in the region and in other parts of the country. Now when many performers have retired, Mr. Huchrowski continues to play at parties and events as a strolling musician. He also continues to play polkas whenever they are
Huchrowski (back row standing, 2nd from left) and the band "Polka Dynamics"
Huchrowski (left) performs with Frankie Yankovic in Pomona, California in 1963 and the band "Polka Dynamics"
called for by the people seeking entertainment. “Entertainment” is a key word for Mr. Huchrowski. It is something he never tires of doing. “When I see a smile on somebody’s face as to what I do, it’s paid in full right there. I want people to enjoy every little thing I’m doing,” Mr. Huchrowski said. Asked what keeps him going after all these years, Mr. Huchrowski ponders a moment, chuckles, and then states, “That’s a good question.” Chuckling again, he says. “I think to be good at anything, baseball or whatever, you have to be motivated. I was always pretty motivated to play, and I think that’s what it comes down to.”
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Old Trails Business and Professional Women's Club Presents Annual Scholarships At their June meeting, The Old Trails Business and Professional Women's Club presented their annual scholarships to four local high school graduates. The Pamela Antonio Memorial Scholarships went to: Kimberly Sears, daughter of Cherie Tyler Johnson Kimberly Sears and Michael Sears of California. Kimberly's mother accepted for her while she was on an exchange program in Madrid, Spain. Kimberly will be attending the University of South Carolina for international business and a BS in business administration. Tyler Johnson was also a recipient. McKenna Lohr Tyler, daughter of Cheryle Johnson Nicholas Motichak of Charleroi, will be attending Indiana University for a bachelor of fine arts degree. She is planning to enter the field of art, perhaps as an art teacher. The Helen Harkins Memorial Scholarships were presented to: Nicholas Motichak, son of Sandra and Robert Motichak of Eighty Four. Nicholas, a graduate of Bentworth, will be attending Penn State-Behrend. He will be studying toward a mechanical engineering degree with a minor in business, with the hope of auto designing in the future. The Beth Center recipient was McKenna Lohr, daughter of Joelle and Jody Lohr of Scenery Hill. McKenna will be attending Duquesne University for a master’s degree in forensic science and law and also a bachelor’s degree in biology. She plans to be a forensic biologist or CSI investigator.
Frank Startare Recognized as a National Honor Student by the U.S. Achievement Academy The United States Achievement Academy announced that Frank Startare of Monongahela has been recognized by the United States Achievement Academy as a National Honor Student. Frank attends Madonna Catholic Regional Catholic School. He will appear in the United States Achievement Academy's Official Yearbook which is published nationally. Frank Startare Frank is the son of Frank and Miranda Startare from Monongahela. The grandparents are Floyd and Donna Hawk of Connellsville, PA and Frank and Margaret Startare of Beallsville, PA.
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Second Pastor Called at Zion Lutheran in Brentwood Zion Lutheran Church in Brentwood has called a second pastor to serve its growing congregation. Rev. Garrett Siemsen joined Zion on July 1st as Assistant Pastor of Family Ministries. His primary focus will be the expansion of ministries to engage the increasing number of younger adults and their families who worship at Zion. "We are very excited to have Pastor Siemsen coming to be part of the ministry staff of our congregation,” says Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Eric Riesen, “Many are unaware of the thousands of congregations in this country and around the world which are filled with young, highlycommitted, intelligent, and culturally-engaged Christians. These young Christians also tend to champion a robust theological orthodoxy. One of these young leaders is Garrett Siemsen.” “I’m excited to join Pastor Riesen in ministry and to serve the people of Zion and its community,” Pastor Siemsen said. “At a time when churches are tempted to focus on something other than the gospel of Jesus, Zion’s faithfulness is both refreshing and encouraging..”
“Our entire congregation, and especially our young families, look forward to working with Pastor Siemsen and the expanded ministry that he will spearhead at Zion,” said Congregation President Cheryl Tracy. Pastor Siemsen is a native of Southern California and a graduate of Pepperdine University and Wartburg Seminary. He previously served at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church in Scottsdale, AZ. He and his wife, Kristi, reside in Baldwin.
New Worship Leader at Windover Hills Windover Hills UMC in South Park invites the surrounding communities to come to their Saturday night service at 6 p.m. as they continue to welcome their new worship leader Mike Clarke. Mike is also a worship leader at Baldwin Community UMC. The Saturday evening service is a relaxed contemporary gathering where praise songs are sung, the Word of God is shared, and communion is offered. If you cannot make the Saturday evening service, you are also invited to join with us on Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. for our contemporary
service with our praise team or our 10 a.m. traditional service where we sing the great hymns of the faith. For the rest of the summer, we also have a Wednesday night service at 7 p.m. in our Memorial Garden. For more information check us out on the internet at www.windoverhills.com or call the church at 412-653-6899. We are located at 6751 Ridge Road in South Park.
Vacation Bible School at Bible Alliance Church The realm of Bible Alliance Church, 1300 Mount Pleasant Rd., West Newton, has been abuzz with the news of the arrival of all the royal lords and ladies for this year's VBS program, Kingdom Kids! The grand occasion will kick off Sunday, August 10 and run until Thursday, August 14 with a finale event - the Royal Ball! Times are 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Registration tables open at 6 p.m. Parents, you can pre-register your child online at www.bacwn.com or by phone at 724-872-5570. Pre-registration is not required. What an exciting time of merriment and adventure for all kids in preschool -5th grade!
Thomas Community Pig Roast and Car Cruise to Benefit Domestic Violence Services of SWPA The Thomas Community Pig Roast and Car Cruise will be held on August 23 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Thomas Presbyterian Church, 1068 Linden Road, Eighty Four, PA. In addition to great food, this year’s event will feature a car cruise, the magic and illusion of Dalton Lee, musical entertainment and a Chinese auction. Food tickets are $10 for adults, $4 for children ages 4 to 7 and children under 4 eat for free. The meal includes a pork sandwich, an ear of corn, baked beans, coleslaw, dessert, and a drink. Hamburgers and hot dogs will also be provided and can be substituted for the pork sandwich. Sandwiches can also be purchased separately. Proceeds from the event will go to the Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern Pennsylvania.
Join Us at Faith Lutheran Church in West Newton We at Faith Lutheran Church invite you to visit our church at 820 Plummer School Rd., West Newton. Our Sunday morning worship time is 10:30 a.m. Our Sunday Bible study time is on Sundays at 9 a.m. On September 6 at 4 p.m., we will be staring our Bible discovery class. This class is for people to learn more about the Bible. If you are interested in learning more about our worship or Bible study opportunities, please call us at 724-872-9710. Or you can visit our website at faithwestnewton.net.
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724 - 326 - 4222 1933 Main St., Allenport 1 – Karaoke 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 2 – DJ Flash Gordon 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 3 – Acoustic w/ Gary Antol & guest 5 - 8 p.m. 10 – Acoustic w/ Todd Edwards 5 - 8 p.m. 16 – DJ Flash Gordon 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 17 – Acoustic w/ Bucky 5 - 8 p.m. 24 – Acoustic w/ Gary Antol 5 - 8 p.m. 31 – Fo a.m. Party w/ Shannon & the Merger DENNY’S ROADHOUSE
724 - 258 - 6232 3431 Rt. 136, Finleyville (Corner of Ginger Hill Rd & Rt. 136) Mondays – Saturdays Exotic/Lingerie Barmaids 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. E&E CLUB
412 - 835 - 9935 6495 2nd Ave., South Park Wednesdays – Pool League Sundays – Free Pool ECK’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
724 - 310 - 3570 1574 Fourth St., Monongahela 1 – DJ Profyle 2 – Miller Lite Outside Golf Contest; BBQ by JEROME 8 – DJ Redd Hot
15 – DJ Profyle 16 – White Rose Karaoke 22 – DJ Redd Hot 29 – DJ Profyle 30 – Hanging Jane and three more bands ELRAMA TAVERN
412 - 384 - 3630 1520 Rt. 837, Elrama 5 – Open Jam 8:30 p.m. 7 – Michael Christopher 9 p.m. 11 – Colors & Bottles 12 – Bar Bingo 7:30 p.m. 15 – The Regular Joes 9:30 p.m. 19 – Open Jam 8:30 p.m. 22 – Brian Albig 9 p.m. 25 – Colors & Bottles 26 – Bar Bingo 7:30 p.m. 28 – Kickball 7:30 p.m. 29 – Pat Heiserman 9 p.m. THE HANDLE BAR & GRILLE
724 - 746 - HBAR 342 W. Pike St., Canonsburg 22 – The Tony Janflone Jr. Duo (w/ Curtis Swift on sax) 29 – Local Thursdays – ““Name that Tune”” music trivia w/ DJ Joe HEY ANDY’S SPORTS BAR AND LOUNGE
724 - 258 - 4755 1221 W. Main St., Monongahela 1 – 5 Minutes of Fame Karaoke 2 – Prime Time 8 – White Rose Karaoke 9 – Fungus 15 – Country Gems 16 – Straight Up County
by Mandy Withers-Kozlowski 22 – The Satin Hearts 23 – Shannon and the Merger 29 – 5 Minutes of Fame Karaoke 30 – Hard Knoxx HOT HOUSE TAP AND GRILLE
724 - 258 - 4212 807 Dry Run Rd., Monongahela Tuesdays – Jam Nite w/ Josie McQueen Wednesday – Open Stage w/ Dirk Diggler Thursdays – Jam Nite w/ Josie McQueen Friday – DJ/Karaoke Saturday – DJ/Karaoke THE HUNTING LODGE
724 - 348 - 7984 3529 Washington Ave., Finleyville Fridays – Free Juke Box 8 - close Saturdays – Free Juke Box 8 - close THE KICKSTAND BAR & RESTAURANT
412 - 384 - 3080 1100 Hayden Blvd., Elizabeth 23 – The Jades Saturdays – Karaoke ROY’S BY THE TRACKS
724 - 348 - 7118 3710 Rt. 88, Finleyville 1 – The Bill Ali Band 8 – Ruff House 15 – Fynal Tyme II
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22 – Bad Newz 29 – Matt Barranti Band Wednesdays – Karaoke w/ Brett Saturdays – Karaoke w/ Rickieoke or Matt Sundays – Karaoke w/ Rickieoke or Matt
24 – Bill Ali 2:30 p.m. 28 – Bike Night w/ Sea of Heads 7 p.m. 30 – Michael Christopher 6 p.m. 31 – EZ Action 2:30 p.m. Fridays – Car Cruise 4 p.m.
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412 - 233 - 2626 1180 Woodland Ave., Clairton 1 – Chuck Corby 8 – Daniels & McLain 10 – 8th Anniversary picnic 2 p.m. w/The Regular Joes 15 – Todd Jones 22 – Between 2 Rivers 29 – Regular Joes Wednesdays – Free Juke Box Saturdays – Free Juke Box
412 - 835 - 9600 6247 Library Rd., Bethel Park Fridays – Magician Jason Christopher 7 - 9 p.m.
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724 - 348 - 7022 6285 Rt. 88, Finleyville 2 – The Lumber Company 6 p.m. 3 – Refuge 2:30 p.m. 7 – Acoustic Night w/ Pat 6 p.m. 9 – Good Guys Duo 6 p.m. 10 – Sputzy 2:30 p.m. 14 – Acoustic Night w/ Pat 6 p.m. 16 – Barroom Saint 6 p.m. 17 – The Freedom Band 2:30 p.m. 21 – Acoustic Night w/ Marco 6 p.m. 23 – Walk of Sh a.m. e 6 p.m.
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412 - 233 - 9800 1004 New England Hollow Rd., Jefferson Boro (Intersection of 837/ Coal Valley Rd.) 2 – Satin Hearts 9 – Real Deal 16 – Black Sunday 23 – JP3 30 – River Rats Fridays – Open Stage Night all musicians welcome WINTZELL’S OYSTER HOUSE
412 - 650 - 9090 530 East Bruceton Rd., Pleasant Hills On the patio, weather permitting 1 – Flow Band 7 - 10 p.m. 10 – Flow Band 3 - 6 p.m. 24 – Flow Band 3 - 6 p.m.
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————————————————————————————————————————— 50 messengerpaper.com AMANN, Neil J., 53, of Finleyville, died June 25. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. ANTHONY, Thelma E. Brost, 89, of Largo, FL, formerly of Charleroi, died June 21. Arrangements under the direction of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. ASCH, Mary V. Van, 89, of Whitehall, died July 15. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. BENESTELLI, Cecelia M., 93, of Baldwin, died July 1. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. BIELAWSKI, Margaret Helen, 93, of Roscoe, died June 24. Arrangements under the direction of Melenyzer-DuBarr Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. BOMBARA, Betsy (Gaber), 54, of Jefferson Hills, died July 1. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. BRANDEBURG, Victor, 87, Charleroi, died July 7. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. BURALLI, Albert C., 92, formerly of Monongahela, died June 20. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. BURGOYNE, Harriet, of North Charleroi, died June 26. Arrangements under the direction of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. BURNETT, Corinne “Connie”, 95, of Charleroi, died July 15. Arrangements under the direction of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. CARLSON, Warren J. Sr., 73, of Pleasant Hills, died July 15. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
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Recent Local Death Notices DiPIAZZA, David F., 46, of New Eagle, died June 16. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela. DOVE, Ronald G., 93, of Baldwin Borough, died July 6. Arrangements under the direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Towship. DUNHAM, Reda (Keenan), 75, of New Eagle, died June 5. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. FERGUSON, Mary J., 90, of Monongahela, died June 10. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela. GOETTEL, David E., 67, of Eighty-four, died July 4. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. HAUGHAN, Brian, 63, of South Park, died July 6. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. JAKUB, Bernard V. “Bernie”, 75, of Whitehall, died July 10. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. JONES, Yvonne, 85, of Speers Hill, died July 14. Arrangements under the direction of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. KIRKPATRICK, William, 87, formerly of Donora, died June 1. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. KRUPITZER, Alan Paul, 75, of Brookline, formerly of Castle Shannon, died July 5. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. LASH, Edna M., 89, of Venetia, died June 21. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. LEACH, Elizabeth M., 98, of Monongahela, died June 6. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
DeGRANGE, Ronald A., 48, of Monongahela, died June 25. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela.
LORENZ, Donald Frank, 60, of Whitehall, died June 26. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
DETWILER, Harold E., 84, of Charleroi, died July 3. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi.
MANG, Robert F., 87, of West Mifflin, died June 27. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
MARTIN, Jeffrey, 50, of Charleroi, died June 30. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. MATHERS, Ronald, 74, of West Elizabeth, died June 28. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. MAURO, Yulanda V. “Dee”, 77, of Bethel Park, formerly of Baldwin, died July 12. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MILLER, Dolores, 84, of Brentwood, died June 27. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MILLER, Shirley, 67, of Baldwin, died July 6. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MORAVEK, Elizabeth “Betty”, 94, of Charleroi, died July 11. Arrangements under the direction of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. MUNDEN, Raymond L., Jr., 56, of Monongahela, died June 13. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. MURPHY, Dennis J., 63, of Hidden Valley, formerly of Charleroi, died June 25. Arrangements under the direction of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. NAGY, William E. “Bill”, 75, of Castle Shannon, died July 11. Arrangements under the direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. OPFER, Helen Dorothy (Morton), 91, of Forward Township, died June 30. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. PARENTE, Charles W., 90, of Clairton, died July 13. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
RAZUMIC, Lois T., 84, of Jefferson Hills, died July 16. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. SALVI, Carl, 93, of West Mifflin, died June 30. Arrangements under the direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. SALVI, Marie M. (Pfeiffer), 88, of West Mifflin, died July 14. Arrangements under the direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. SCHMALBACH, Lee A., 66, of Myrtle Beach, SC, formerly of New Eagle, died June 14. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela. SOMERFIELD, Gary S., 67, of Monongahela, formerly of Forward Township, died June 9. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. STANKO, Mark Allen, 59, of Fallowfield Township, died June 13. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela. SULLIVAN, Frank E., 87, of West Mifflin, died July 9. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. SUPP, Joseph W., 83, of Baldwin, died June 23. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. VARGO, Lawrence G., 66, of Pleasant Hills, died July 15. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. VENANZI, Ladonna (Saroglia), 85, of Monongahela, died June 18. Arrangements under the direction of Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. VERNER, Robert A. “RAV”, 77, of Library, died July 2. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
PARKER, William L., 89, of South Park, died July 8. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
WALDO, Edward J., 64, of Baldwin, died July 11. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
POPOVICH, Dina F., 91, of Fallowfield Township, died June 23. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.
WALSH, Hilda (Moresea), 98, of Jefferson Hills, died July 2. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.
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Obituary Albert Salaske, Sr. • Donora Albert Salaske Sr., 68, of Donora, formerly of Monessen, died Saturday, June 21, 2014, in Monongahela Valley Hospital. He was born in Monongahela on Nov. 22, 1945, the son of the late John and Irene Vercamen Salaske, Sr. Albert had worked as a laborer for Frank Irey Construction for many years. He was a member of the Firemen's Club No. 1 and the Ukrainian Club, both in Monessen. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Louise Massey Salaske; three sons, Albert (Jeannette) Salaske of Monessen, John (Michelle) Salaske of Monessen, and Paul (Rachael) Salaske of Fayette City; a daughter, Louise (Jeff) Olup of Carroll Township; two sisters, Eileen Gavlak of Monongahela and Marlene Brevko of Finleyville; 11 grandchildren, Alexis, Aidan, Taylor, Maegyn, Emily, Ashley, Katlyn, Brandon, Stefanie, Laura, and Joshua; two great? grandchildren, Payton and Kendalyn; and by numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers, John, Joseph, Paul, Clyde, and George Salaske; and by a sister, Irene Snodgrass. Private entombment will be held in Grandview Cemetery, Monessen. Arrangements entrusted to Dalfonso-Billick Funeral Home Inc. and Cremation Services, Monessen. Condolences accepted for the family at www.dalfonso-billick.com.
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Assisted Living Placement Service Offers Invaluable Help to Seniors and Their Families Free of Charge By Gina Mazza
Senior Lifestyles Connections, LLC, base out of East Pittsburgh, has been helping older adults with placement in assisted living, personal care, independent living and memory/Alzheimers' care facilities since 2007, yet many seniors still don't know about this valuable service. "Oftentimes, peoStan Olszewski ple are faced with a situation like this all of a sudden and are forced to deal with it quickly - and, as a result, it's easy to make hasty decisions that isn't in the best interest of their loved one over the short or long term," says owner Stan Olszewski, who has been doing senior placement for about 10 years. "I'm kind of like a real estate agent in that I help people find desirable places to live in the area they want to be in and in the price range they can afford." Since assisted living and personal care facilities are all paid for out-ofpocket, Senior Lifestyle Connections does the work of researching and tracking down financial assistance to help offset the cost of living arrangements that seniors choose. Senior Lifestyle Connections covers a 60-mile radius of the greater Pittsburgh area and works with about 210 senior communities that their clients can choose from. "We know these communities very well and are able to communicate with them to make sure the person we're recommending is a good fit for the facility," Stan added. "We explore options that geographically and financially meet the residents' specific needs and we work as an advocate for the family." Senior Lifestyle Connections is able to offer its services free of charge to its clients because they receive a one-time commission from the facilities after a resident is comfortably and happily established there for 30 days. With this in mind, it makes good sense to turn to Senior Lifestyle Connections for help with placing your loved one in the best facility possible. "Why would you attempt to do this yourself when you can use a knowledgeable service that can do all the research for you?" Stan asks. "It's especially valuable for people who are faced with being discharged from the hospital but they can't return home. We can help people cut through all the information and get them out looking at places the same day." Stan is available to speak to groups. To inquire or to learn more about his services, call 724-787-7030, email stan@seniorhelpfree.com or visit www.seniorhelpfree.com. The phone is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Peters Township Senior Bus Trip Planned as Dine-Around Tour September 25 - Dine-Around Lake Raystown - A relaxing day is planned as we eat the day away. We begin at Lake Raystown Resort, then we will float around the lake on the "Proud Mary" for soup and salad, and then stop at Top's Diner for a home-style meal, and most importantly, we’ll have dessert at The Inn at Edgewater Acres. Cost is $125. Deadline to sign up is August 6. For more information, call 724942-5000.
Valley Seniors Club Plans “Hawaii in the Highlands” Trip Hawaii in the Highlands will take place on Monday, September 29. Cost is $95. We’ll be departing from the Charleroi Chamber Parking lot at 9:30 a.m. and will arrive at the Ramada Inn, Ligonier, for a delicious Hawaiian luncheon. Afterwards, you will have time for shopping at the more than 60 specialty shops in Ligonier. Then, we’re off to the Ligonier Theater for the show ‘Polynesian Fire,’ featuring the rhythms of Tahitian drums, Samoan fire dancing, the dance of Tonga, the ancient Hawaiian Hula, and the songs and dances of Polynesia. A $25 deposit required with your reservation. For reservations, contact Marlene Owens, 110 Tower St., Monongahela, PA 15063 or 724-258-3950.
West Newton Senior Center Plans Appalachian Yittles Dine-Around Tour On this eat-your-way-through-the-day tour on September 13, you'll travel along the Cheat River Scenic Byway watching for rafters and fishermen on the beautiful river valley. Chow down to Appalachian and Preston County specialties at a WWII museum, in a historic home, at a mom and pop wooden spoons maker, an arts center, and at the first New Deal Homestead. By day's end, you'll be groaning with pleasure. We depart 7 a.m. behind Giant Eagle, Robertson St., West Newton. Park in the grass behind Giant Eagle. Your full payment of $105 is your reservation. Mail to 103 E. Main St., West Newton, PA 15089. Deadline is August 13. Cancellation only if you replace yourself. Contact Lou Ann WN Senior Center at 724872-4976. Trip includes bus, all tours, all food, and driver tip.
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Seniors for Safe Driving Schedules Upcoming Events Seniors for Safe Driving presents highway safety education programs for senior citizens 55 years of age and older. The highway safety programs are certified by the Pennsylvania Dept. of Transportation. The successful completion of the program makes seniors eligible for a 5% discount on their automobile insurance premiums, across the board, for a period of three years. The discount is mandated by PA state law. If you have never participated in a senior driving program before, you must attend a two-day program. To qualify for a one-day program, you must have taken a senior driving program in the past. No exceptions. Upcoming Programs: N. Huntingdon – Redstone Highlands, August 6, 12 - 4 p.m. Mt. Lebanon - Pendale Towers, August 20 & 21, 1 - 4:30 p.m. McKeesport - Carnegie Library, August 27, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. To register, call 800-559-4880 or online at www.seniorsforsafedriving.com.
SENIOR NEWS FROM THE VENETIA COMMUNITY CENTER The following information is for the Venetia Community Center, located at 800 Venetia Rd., Venetia, PA. We are sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging. July was a great month, with a visit and a delicious lunch served at the Paramount Senior Living, located in Peters Township on E. McMurray Road. Thank you for your hospitality. Programs for August are as follows: August 14 - Sam Baer will be our guest speaker from Senior Life of Washington. We will have some interesting information and also play bingo with prizes for some to take home. August 28 - Our entertainment will be Reverend Richard Roberts as our guest soloist on the guitar. Promising to be a fun and interesting afternoon. All the above entertainment takes place after a delicious lunch prepared by the Canonsburg Senior Center and delivered to our center by volunteers and served by volunteers from our center. This is a catered lunch and reservations are required by calling Erma Grego at 724-941-6956. Birthdays for August are Virginia Gaul, Tawny Patterson and Edna Russell. Wedding anniversaries are Alice and Bill Collar and Jim and Lois Obringer. Many happy returns to all.
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EXPERTS EXPERTS SW HEALTHCARE CENTER Ensuring a Positive Experience When Choosing a Healthcare Center by Angela Knauff, RN, NHA, Executive Director, SW HealthCare Center
412 382 7155
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You may be coming to a healthcare center from home, the hospital or another healthcare setting. Whether you are coming to a healthcare center for short-term care after an illness, injury or surgery, or you require long-term care, we understand that change can be stressful. In an effort to ensure a smooth transition, we will address common questions and concerns. When faced with the need for after hospital medical care, many people are confused about how their care will be paid. There are several payment programs and options for payment of medical care. Most healthcare providers participate with Medicare, Medicaid and many private insurance providers.
Q: What is Medicaid? A: Medicaid is a federally regulated insurance program, but Pennsylvania establishes its own requirements and eligibility criteria. The Medicaid program is designed to provide medical benefits to those that have low income, no insurance or are under insured. If you would like more information about Medicaid, please visit www.cms.hhs.gov or www.dpw.state.pa.us for eligibility.
Q: What is Medicare? A: Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65 or older and people under 65 with certain disabilities. Medicare does not cover all expenses and is not designed to pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare has several programs that offer different types of coverage. Medicare Part A helps pay for hospital stays, skilled nursing and rehabilitative care, home health and hospice care. Medicare helps pay for some of the costs of a skilled nursing and rehabilitative stay such as a semi-private room, meals, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services and some medical supplies for a skilled nursing stay after a related three-day inpatient hospital stay. Medicare will pay 100% of days 1 – 20 of a qualified skilled nursing stay, but there is a coinsurance charge for days 21 – 100.
Q: What if I have a private insurance? A: Each insurance plan has specific criteria for skilled nursing and rehabilitation coverage. Most facilities participate with many insurers. Check your policy or speak with your insurance agent about the details of your coverage.
Q: What about if I Private Pay? A: When you pay privately for your stay, payment is typically due at the time of admission for the first month. Visit us at www.southwesternhealthcare.com, or stop by for a tour. We are taking a new hands-on, team approach to our services and would love to show them off.
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Pittsburgh Area Seniors! Review Road Rules and Save on Insurance with AAA Mature Driver Classes Whether you’re looking to save money on your car insurance premiums or just need to brush up on your driving skills, AAA East Central’s Mature Driver classes can help. In each class, experienced AAA safety advisors focus on helping older drivers stay on the road longer and safely. Mature driver classes cover such topics as recognizing vision changes, communicating with other drivers, adjusting speed, handling emergencies and understanding driving laws. To qualify for Pennsylvania’s auto insurance discount, first-time students are required to take 8 hours of classroom instruction, divided into two 4hour sessions. After that, students can renew their insurance discount every three years with a one-day, 4-hour refresher course. Classes are held at the South Hills AAA office, 160 Ft. Couch Rd., Upper St. Clair. Classes run 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. August 14: renewal class August 27-28: first-time class September 12: renewal class October 16: renewal class December 9: renewal class Courses are $18 for AAA members; $25 for nonmembers. To enroll, call 412-365-7211.
Rite Aid July Wellness 65+ Event Scheduled in South Park Rite Aid Pharmacy, located at 6375 Library Rd. in South Park, will be holding its monthly Wellness 65+ Event on August 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The focus this month is on nutrition and healthy eating. Receive free blood pressure checks and materials containing multivitamin supplementation and the causes of vitamin deficiency in older adults. Free product sample bags, various manufacture coupons, and a healthy snack sampling will be available. Also, the pharmacist can answer any questions concerning immunizations and the benefits of adding a daily supplement to your diet. All 65+ Wellness members will receive 20% off most in store purchases the entire day. Call Leslie, your Wellness Ambassador, at 412-831-8350 for more information.
One-Day Bus Trip Planned on the Gateway Clipper and to Rivers Casino West Newton Senior Center’s one-day bus trip is scheduled for August 15 to ride the Gateway Clipper down the river, featuring Patsy Cline music and a buffet luncheon. The bus departs at 9 a.m. from the WN VFD parking lot, N. Water Street. At 1:45, the boat will dock at the Rivers Casino where you can enjoy using the $20 free casino money to gamble. The bus will depart at 7 p.m. for home. The cost is $69. Your full payment is your reservation; cancellation only if you replace yourself. We are only taking a 41-passenger bus, so book early. Mail your payment to 103 E. Main St., West Newton, PA 15089. For more information, call Lou Ann at 724-872-4976,
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EXPERTS THESE AREA SERVICE PROVIDERS ARE HERE TO ANSWER ALL YOUR QUESTIONS... APPLIANCES Q: Why Should I Buy A Weber Gas Grill? A: The answer extends beyond gas grills to cars, toys, electronics, homes and anything else with a use or exchange value. Quality. Weber balances quality with price and personal accommodations like size, features, color, etc. Many customers walk into Highway Appliance and declare "I want a Weber grill." When asked, most do not know the models, sizes, features or colors available nor what they would prefer if availability were not an issue. This is because Weber branding has become synonymous with reliable quality and service. Any Weber grill owner who has decided to "Pothole" save a few dollars on a new grill by buying the ever-changing modHighway Appliances els at the local Big Box store quickly realizes the huge difference in value that a few extra dollars buys. What is it worth to save one hundred dollars if eight months later the ignitor breaks -- and the replacement part does not exist? Every replacement part of a Weber gas grill can be changed and Weber rewards dealers who make repair parts available at the retail level. Weber has been manufacturing barbeque grills for several decades and they never branched off into making tents, lamps or jackets. All they make is BBQ grills and grilling tools, books and accessories. Caring about the food you cook on your Weber is not a marketing gimmick because Weber is a true barbeque company. All they make is BBQ grills and they do it great. Service partners, like Highway Appliance, are set up to provide warranty service on-site for immediate repair of any problem experienced with Weber grill parts. Availability of replacement grill parts is very important as a typical Weber barbeque will be in service for over ten years. Stop in today and check out the quality of a Weber Gas Grill for yourself. 2214 Rt. 88, Dunlevy (Exit 40 off Interstate 70, and just minutes off Rt. 43) 724-326-5616 www.highwayappliance.com
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EYE CARE Q: What is glaucoma? A: Glaucoma is an eye disease where eye pressure begins to climb. This leads to damage to the optic nerve (the cable in the eye that carries information to the brain.) This damage is permanent, and if not treated, leads to permanent blindness. Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the United States. Glaucoma is called the "thief of sight." Until the disease is fr along, there can be no warning signs at all. By the time the patient is aware of lost vision from glaucoma, it is generally too late to save their vision. The only way to prevent this is to catch the disease early, so that treatment can be started.
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Q: How is glaucoma diagnosed? A: Glaucoma can only be diagnosed by screening by a competent eyecare provider. The patient will not be aware that he or she has a problem until it is generally too late. If caught early, the disease can almost always be successfully treated and blindness prevented. The diagnosis is made by measuring the eye pressure, testing your side vision, and looking at the optic nerve.
Q: How is glaucoma treated? A: There are many ways of treating glaucoma. These include drops, laser, pills and sometimes surgery. If caught early enough, glaucoma can almost always be stopped in its tracks.
Q: What if surgery is required? A: There is no reason to leave the Mon Valley. Ask your optometrist for a referral to Glaucoma-Cataract Consultants. We provide state-of-the-art glaucoma surgery, both by laser and in the operating room. We would be happy to discuss the most modern techniques for the management of your glaucoma. Evan B. Dreyer, MD
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The Valley Garden Club held a beautifully patriotic and most well-received standard flower show themed, “Red, White and Bloom,� from 1-6 p.m., July 10, at the Monessen Public Library and Cultural Center. It was free for the public to enjoy. Valley Garden Club President Janice Yeaton said, in regards to the entries received for various judged categories, “We had 105 horticulture entries of specimens grown by the members, and 36 flower designs and two special educational exhibits. These are all judged by accredited Garden Club Federation of PA judges.� Club Vice President Angela Raitano, of Charleroi, won the Sweepstakes Award for Design, with the most points for floral design. Cecil Verkleeren, of Belle Vernon, with the most points for her winning horticultural specimens, won the Sweepstakes Award for Horticulture. Mary Jane Martucci took Table Artistry for Exhibition Table Type II, and won 1st place, Blue Ribbon, for title: “Purple Mountain Majesty.�
Flower Show Award and Designer’s Choice Award go to Angela Raitano for this arrangement.
Janice Yeaton, President, Valley Garden Club, poses with Cecil Verkleeren, club member and Arboreal Award of Excellence winner, which is for a combination of good entries.
Mary Jane Martucci took Blue Ribbon for the Table Artistry Award for her piece titled “Purple Mountain Majesty.�
There were many other awards received by the local artists competing with excellent arrangements. Those attending the library took their time viewing the unique show. There are 26 members in the club, and they meet in Belle Vernon. They have shows every two years. For more information, contact Janice Yeaton at 724-929-4361.
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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller BALDWIN BOROUGH Estate of Marie Buick Bank New York Mellon trustee Ralph Moeslein et al. 5001 Curry Road Assoc. L.P. Bridget Lydon James Benjamin Shirk estate et al. Estate of Betty Jane May David Bishop DESR Properties L.P. Sue Ellen Paynter Jeffrey Mang Constance McGowan Brittani Ninness Jayson Reagan Margaret Eckert Ruth Joyce Lifecycle Homes LLC Equity Trust Co. Cust FBO Justin Gremba Kenneth Herz et al. Robert Held Patricia Welsh trustee et al. Brian Sterrett Leslee Kirsnes Erik Cornelius John Kleinhample trustee Brian Kaiser NVR Inc. Virginia Josephine Olup Sameer Khandhar et al. Gregory Pfefferman Thomas Malesic Bank New York Mellon trustee Ryan Abbiatici Catherine Maiolo Kernen Kimberly Waigand Ilya Gorokhovskiy Conrad Francesconi Audrey Minjock et al. John Brumfield David Kuskie Estate of Grace Weilersbacher NVR Inc. L. Patricia Sherwood BALDWIN TOWNSHIP Estate of Kimberly Annette Scott Gerri Harkins Jonathan Stilan Timothy Messina Bernadette Perri BENTLEYVILLE Estate of Eleanor Messer Frank Yowonske Jr.
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Jamie Dawson 950 Angelo Drive Asset Data Solutions LLC 1211 Clover Circle Court Shannon Kovac 1207 Cloverfield Drive Brocato Colonnade LLC 5001 Curry Road Jayson Monroe 919 Edward Drive Ahmad Salim 1215 Irene Lane Michael Sean and Mary Elizabeth Quinlan Thomas and Rebecca Kerber 560 Jenne Drive Christa Wessel 3546 Oakleaf Road Kellie and Paul McKillop 523 Portia Drive Angela Greb 5510 Sagebrush Drive Stoltz Contracting LLC 206 Sunny Drive Alyson Raymond 1202 Towervue Drive Justin Schiffhauer 3568 Wallace Drive Govinda and Kamala Khatiwoda 5488 Wolfe Drive Robert and Linda Moffat 3176 Churchview Ave. Allie Sobeck 1157 Cloverfield Drive Robert W ShoreAutumn Slate Properties LLC 1604 Elderslee Road Natayan and Damber Neopaney 980 Ellen Drive Jacob Alex 4739 Gardenville Road Robert and Erica Hendeson 6 Gensler Road Thomas and Kelline Gorecki 80 Green Glen Drive John and Karen Casper 5479 Keenan Drive Susan Rosa Nadik 5429 Page Drive Andrea Kunicky 608 Palace Court Katrina Braddock 533 Portia Drive Albert and Jessica Altkowiak 5260 Ranchview Drive Sarah and Randy Simone 1606 Towervue Drive Charles and Jennifer Sinatra 3571 Wallace Drive Matthew and Lauren Sciotto 1169 Camarta Drive Tika Ram and Dhaka Timsina 5218 Elmwood Drive Heather Billa 5207 Ranchview Drive John and Valerie Nicklas 5184 Scenic Drive Christiana Trust trustee 891 Streets Run Road Kim Roger Chastanet & Kasha Rigobert Chastanet 5521 Wolfe Drive Matthew and Kelsey Schumacher 578 Brinwood Ave. GI Western Properties Corp. 5357 Brownsville Road James and Erin Porco 26 Curry Hollow Road Jeffrey and Katie Minjock 5244 Curry Road Michael Klamerus Jr. and Sheila Klamerus 5051 Elmwood Drive Paul Vincent and Lynn Froehlich 659 Judith Drive Christina and Steven Ducouer 4639 McKee Drive Christopher and Danielle Quinten 1604 Towervue Drive Richard and Cynthia Mosesso 3649 Wallace Drive Kaitlin Comstock Stephen Weiland Lauren Woods Andrew McCray Joseph and Marco Tralongo
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BETHEL PARK Barbara Angelone Nicholas Murosky Jay Augenstein Russell Jameyson Estate of Lois Etzel James Daniel Jacobs Katie Adams Killion Rodney Hatten Patricia Dennison Wilkinson Dennis Wilkins Patrick Hahey Jayson Zeminski John Lucking Raymond Realty L.P. Donald Edward McLaughlin Rita Rae Kenny Ferri Grealish LLC Stephen Mollner Christopher Scott George Powell Matthew Silvis George Centofanti Helen Lorraine Thomas Mark Lucas Deborah Gild William Smith Anthony Mazzocco Pamela Lindsay Wendell Shay
William Howard Cox Jr. Patrick and Sarah Jones Charles Judy William and Pauline Dimmock Peter Shaw and Anita Habovick Jared and Nilda Mendoza Villao Mark and Linda Lucas Bradley Shay and Jane York Edna Handyside Jayson and Amy Zeminski George and Marcia Dietz Jeremy and Victoria Willman Gregory Weimer II and Nicolet Rommel JRS Real Estate LLC Curtis and Jaclyn Eisaman Kathleen Libell Anton Knaus Donald and Colleen Riether Stephen Chaddah and Cassie Trausi Kenneth and Lindsay Nicole Coffman Kathryn Jameyson Jimmy Lingle and Cara Gongas Lynette and Daniel Ristich Seth Richard Caton Nicole Maruca Andrew and Leigh McGinnis Susan Eiler Stephanie Lucsko and Jonathan Goldaine Yosef Lachmi
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5332 California Ave. $169,900 5968 Daleview Drive $151,000 914 Delfield Drive $187,000 126 Great Rock Drive $325,000 208 Horning Road $142,000 254 Horning Road $155,000 1403 Magnolia Court $144,500 3508 Maplevue Drive $185,000 178 Meadowbrook Drive $140,200 2759 Milford Drive $241,000 5523 Saddlebrook Drive $429,900 5956 Wallace Ave. $130,000 184 Bluestone Drive $255,000 Clifton Road $318,000 5995 Dublin Road $184,900 108 Horning Road $84,000 5717 Library Road $39,000 6024 Long Ave. $112,500 1119 McKnight Drive $150,000 224 Oaklyn Road $134,900 134 Old Village Lane $129,500 5370 S. Pennsylvania Ave. $140,000 19 Seneca Road $90,000 5787 Smith Drive $186,000 2018 Superior St. $158,000 2214 Superior St. $129,900 1404 Timberidge Drive $103,500 204 Timberidge Drive $101,500 2315 Wells Drive $71,000 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $127,400) by sheriff's deed. 2691 Bethel Crest Drive $215,000 5563 Clarene Drive $133,500 6088 Dalmation Drive $209,000 6088 Dalmation Drive $209,000 Elderwood Drive $11,750
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Michael Mathias Estate of Melvin Witt Stephen Stoltenberg William Weiler Brian Lakomy James Jenkins Melissa Conway Lili Shashaani Paul Miller et al. Estate of Grace Hartman John Barry Joseph Cain et al. Shields Asphalt LLC Federal National Mortgage Assn. Andrew Breese Ilya Gorokhskiy Robert Kubiak estate et al. Jason Hardy Angelo Rinella BRENTWOOD Norman Donovan Mario Giallorenzo Estate of William Pasco
Timothy Teague and Becky McKown 400 Fruitwood Drive Paul Robert Hoppe and Leslie Ann Wayne 6155 Kings School Road James Smoyer 5493 Library Road Heather Goble 5493 Library Road Unit 14 Timothy James and Julia Anne Davis 5618 Sandra Drive Rosalie Falbo 1068 Sarah St. Rosemary Cipollone 2300 Sylvania Drive Poonam Raika Mehraram and Joshua Riley 1703 Timberidge Drive Gabriel Mascioli and Viliana Steiner 6067 Dublin Road Michael and Maureen Jordan 3303 Elmdale Drive Spring House Property Group Inc. 5584 Glen Hill Drive Christian Kontul and Jennifer Chakos Kontul 3202 Lenox Drive William Black 5934 Library Road ARN Properties LLC 4934 Linda Drive Christina Liebert 5932 Murdock Ave. GI Western Properties Corp. 3 Rose Bank Drive Marc and Kelly Preston 200 Santa Fe Drive Stephen and Laura Pasky 3316 Sylvan Road Mary Lou Bichler 5601 Tracy Drive
Valerie Pasco Donald Decker et al. Estate of Donna Yuhas Jennifer Coccaro Jerome Bisignani Housing & Urban Development Donald Moran Estate of Anatole Valentine Robert Sedlar Julie Monsman
Aaron and Lori Bollinger Ryan Freytag and Marcele Reola DLC Pittsburgh LLC Erica Guenther Jeremy and George Irvin Symmetry Estates LLC Leonard Kersting Maryanne Frediani Brad and Lea Parnell Bridget Buskirk
Julie Krapp Father & Son Property Investments LLC Aaron and Lori Bollinger
Price $275,000 $205,000 $128,200 $125,000 $250,000 $169,000 $174,900 $144,000 $154,900 $167,000 $147,500 $132,500 $100,000 $38,000 $215,000 $88,578 $193,000 $185,000 $135,400
108 Bellanca Ave. $85,000 3600 Brownsville Road $205,000 4109 Dalewood St. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $1,300). 4109 Dalewood St. $170,000 2717 Pyramid Ave. $88,000 226 E. Garden Road $46,000 3144 Glendale Ave. $100,000 3835 Sunview Drive $80,900 542 E. Garden Road $42,000 2716 Pyramid Ave. $77,500 10 Sceneridge Ave. $88,000 6 Elton St. $149,900 412 Jacobson Drive $72,300
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CARROLL TOWNSHIP Janet Ratchford Richard Colaizzi and Susan Stierheim James Singer II Kenneth and Andra Gardner Lloyd Price Jr. et al. Linda Santillo S. Lewis Audra Lin Gminder Marsha Ann Zemko Euhlan and Cathy Goans Josephine Salciccioli estate et a Corey Hillman Bruce Solomon et al. Richard Solomon CHARLEROI Positive Cash Flow Real Estate Invest. Chantel Singh Mortera Ernestine Theakston Russell Real Estate Pittsburgh LLC Federal National Mortgage Assn. TargetOne LLC Kenneth Vesely Alberta Lischner Federal National Mortgage Assn. Daniel Vorhes Michael Lesko James and Jamie Kelley Nunas Lugra Dewata Real Est Inv LLC Chantel Singh Mortera Wayne Axton Justin Marks Bethany Maust Blue Line Property Management LLC Michael Coury HCH Holdings LLC E. Lewis Arthur Bloom Grandlee Real Estate Co. Lee Supply Co. Inc. Jerry Jericho Ralph Greco CLAIRTON Home Opportunity LLC Timothy and Sandra Wright Martin Dennis Jarran Bell Zachary Peterson et al. Krystal Williams Anna Potts Eric Stoddart Nicholas Curinga Charles and Robin Elkins Martin Anthony Cardone Lewis Fabricating DONORA Stephanie Harbaugh et al. Patricia Godsmark Thomas Bojsen
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100 Driftwood Drive 122 Elmcrest Ave. 1675 Fourth St. 41 Locust Ave. 2101 Main St. 167 Valley Ave. 161 Fisher Ave.
$162,000 $160,000 $70,000 $123,500 $137,400 $87,000 $110,000
516 Third St. 713 Fallowfield Ave. 710 Meadow Ave. 408 Oakland Ave. 205 Prospect Ave. 701 Shady Ave. 717 Shady Ave. 1105 Crest Ave. 103 Luella Ave. 530 McKean Ave. 206 Meadow Ave. Rear Fallowfield Ave. 1205 McKean Ave.
$6,000 $26,000 $11,250 $56,500 $32,500 $72,000 $7,000 $70,000 $26,500 $75,000 $2,000 $350,000 $12,000
889 Vankirk St. $11,300 513 Farnsworth Ave. $5,000 812 N. Sixth St. $54,000 1011 Pennsylvania Ave. $20,000 413 Rose Ave. $51,000 1215 Worthington Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $20,650). 117 First St. 128 Brokaw Ave. 159 Linden Way
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Buyer Thomas Vrabel and Barbara Plummer Jerry Swope Branch Banking & Trust Co. Rajohn Property Mgmt LLC
Address 498 Franklin Ave. 314 McKean Ave. 323 Second St. 67 Kenric Ave.
Price $101,900 $12,000 $1,725 by sheriff's deed. $9,000
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115 Second St. $40,000 127 Ellsworth Ave. $49,900 921 Third Ave. $100,000 508 S. First Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $43,900).
ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP William Beynon Jr. George Will Dante Marraccini Thomas Laughlin et al. Gary Wargo Thomas Murtha Thomas Wehrle Tre' Properties LLC Randolph Pankiewicz Federal NatIonal Mortgage Assn. John Evans Phillip Krepps trustee Cathy Schmider et al.
Carolyn Gallick Jonathan Miller Matthew and Jennifer Cavalancia Derek Brletich Jessie Starr Jeffrey and Holli Zanetti Stephanie Lynn Wehrle Davies & Robert Eddy Davie Peter Kanski David George Kingdom Priority LLC Carol Salmon Patrick and Lori Malseed Joseph Atkinson
Candace Gody Estate of Natalie Opatick Keith Thorne Cathy Beadling trustee Estate of Frank Pajak Estate of Hilda Berletic Lucille Weddell Edmundson es Norman Sellaro
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100 Broadlawn Drive $53,400 160 Lincoln Hall Road $85,570 209 McLay Drive $159,000 850 Peairs Road $149,900 511 Rothey Drive $124,900 108 Trenton Place $117,500 250 Chapel Drive $212,500 517 Chicago Ave. $64,000 432 Duncan Station Road $115,000 3205 Firestation St. $24,000 2960 Greenock Buena Vista Road $15,000 1315 Penhurst St. $174,900 Ross St. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $7,900). 178 Grouse Drive $255,000 207 Meadow Drive $130,000 1211 Penhurst St. $142,000 197 Boston Hollow Road State Route $300,000 208 McLay Drive $93,000 526 Oberdick Drive $119,000 240 Scenery Drive $55,000 151 Similo Drive $159,900
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Buyer Andrew and Celia McKenzie
Address 16 Transit Drive
Price $125,000
Christopher and Natalie Sheppick Douglas and Kimberly Boulanger Patrick and Linnie Willson Steven and Karen Noble David Joseph and Loretta Kay Stasicha Jason Klimcheck Justin Koerner and Jamie Rhodes Koerner Jacob and Niccole Morris Frank Gogol et al. and Sherrie Gogol Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.
27 Blythe Ave. 6 Royal Oaks Drive 1456 Route 481 1204 Route 917 Tower St. 11 Ernest Drive 10 Jefferson Ave. 1657 Grange Road 1601 Route 481 414 Old Route 71
Bernard Williams Jr. Lynne Blewitt
5151 Diamond Lane Roberts Hollow Road
FVJM Partn. NVR Inc. Daniel Corbin et al. and Meghan Bowers Edward Blank TAO Real Estate L.P. Samantha Mae Wilkie and Jake Kostelnik Jeffrey Pasternak Jr. and Amy Pasternak Ronald Sciarerretti and Maryann Giordano Jason and Gina Hrebik Adam and Danielle Swanson American Escrow & Closing Co. Roger and Lindsay Rude Shelly Ankrom and Anthony Smith Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. trustee Duane Hammett Leah and Stephen Sylvis Guy Reschenthaler James Johnson Courtney Saracco Ashley Hutchison Jessica and Jon Popp Walter and Constance Gregory John Goodnight Jr. and Rose Marie Goodnight Dolores Butelli Stephen and Kala Cirigliano Kurtis and Michelle Davis Lorigan LLC Timothy David and Hollly Wik
Clairton Road Route 51 316 Greene Drive 1505 N. Randolph Drive 328 New World Drive 2005 Oak St. 131 Reed Drive 3004 Shady Timber Lane 1221 Second St. 3035 Scenic Court 617 Setter Lane 207 Spartz Drive 207 Spartz Drive 1412 Collins Ave. 1769 Gill Hall Road 1771 Gill Hall Road 8011 Independence Drive 312 New World Drive 1551 Oneida Drive 106 Tangelo Drive 1372 Fourth St. 211 Aber Drive 5025 Dana Drive 6427 Jefferson Pointe Circle 1608 Jefferson Ridge Drive 2052 Silverdale Drive 308 Springhouse Drive State Route 51 111 Taber Drive
Jason and Lauren Atkins Miranda Jackson Anthony Sberna Mark and Regina Quinn Richard Granato Shari DeFabbo PHH Mortgage Corp. George Goettel Hannan Rentals LLC Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. US Bank NA Federal National Mortgage Assn. Joshua VanHooser Peter Kovalsky Jr. Darryl Arnold David and Kari Ann Feehan Matthew Mauro Matthew Lucas and Valerie Mastej Arctic Exteriors Inc.
1001 Graham Ave. $11,900 128 Linden Ave. $81,000 422 Page St. $14,000 1421 Arlington St. $68,000 16 Myers St. $9,000 1211 Reeves Ave. $47,000 735 Ross St. $4,595 by sheriff's deed. Summit Ave. $18,000. 938 Alexander Ave. $11,700. 228 Aliquippa Ave. $3,493 by sheriff's deed. 925 Dennis Ave. $1,950 by sheriff's deed. 1217 Hillcrest Ave. $3,686 by sheriff's deed. 1212 Reservoir Ave. $7,500 21 Westmoreland Drive $67,000 544 Donner Ave. $5,000 15 Jackson Drive $67,900 461 Motheral Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $41,516). 113 Pacific Blvd. $35,000 233 Reed Ave. $2,500
Marcy Seighman Pamela Laflash Green Mountain L.P. Richard Mollenauer
400 Second St. 1110 Corrin Ave. 227 Vine St. 1013 Chess St.
Collin Anderson Kirsten and Carolyn Hinson Richard Filardi Jr. JPMorgan Chase Bank
212 First Ave. 155 Main St. 807 Marion St. 448 Third Ave.
$3,500 $238,000 $87,000 $424,000 $3,000 $139,900 $119,900 $127,900 $148,748 $1,574 by sheriff's deed. $250,000 $45,000 $210,000 $42,000 $181,000 $35,000 $20,000 $134,900 $332,000 $173,000 $376,000 $309,510 $234,400 $234,400 $112,000 $1,785 by sheriff's deed. $175,900 $284,000 $85,500 $119,500 $167,900 $139,000 $305,000 $259,900 $224,000 $62,000 $170,000 $465,000 $65,000 $285,000
$69,000 $97,000 $12,500 $3,000 $39,700 $72,500 $129,900 $1,640 by sheriff's deed.
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Buyer Christine Owings and Edward Owings Jr.
Address 117 Fourth Ave.
Michael and Patricia Halvorson Brandon Michael and Danielle Hallam Kenneth and Rosemary White Deborah Cole Federal National Mortgage Assn. Chelsea Harmon
302 Baltimore St. 1003 Henry St. May St. 209 Graham St. 402 Hill St. 383 Fell St.
Michael and Kellie Jo Christopher Michael and Kellie Jo Christopher Michael and Kellie Jo Christopher JPMorgan Chase Bank
JPMorgan Chase Bank NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIP Debra Bairen Angie Shepherd Relo Direct Inc. Janet Vickers Philip Semplice Kevin Sheehan Paragon Relocation Rescources Inc. Diane Bracken PETERS TOWNSHIP Wadwell Group Meagan Skaff NVR Inc. Bruce Marks Dawn Heiser Lee Guthrie Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Alice Knell Rebeca Gestiehr Rick Nixon Camille Maianos Leech & Henry Construction Inc. Linda Roach Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC John Haberland John Anglin III Richard Soudan Arnoni Development Ltd. Alfred Cagni Jeffrey Lang Douglas Mickle Frederick Marra James Kartsounes SIRVA Relocation Properties LLC Jason Yahnke Lee Pilling National Residential Nominee Serv. Ic Daniel Peterson Brett Pollock James Blair American Escrow & Closing Co. Donald Huddart Janice Marie Simmons James Morriston Donald Bruce Barbara Anne Jessup Judith Huyett James Moodispaugh Jacob Light Brian Homes Inc. Jerom Bortman Mark Koraido US Bank NA trustee J. Kevin McLean Briwood Inc. Briwood Inc. Shadi Arnita David DiDonato Mark Falcione Scott Hareza Val Bianco Val Bianco
Flora Grace Dias and Isaac Robinson
351-353 Pennsylvania Ave. $21,000 318 Sheppard Ave. $30,000 321 Sheppard Ave. $10,000 644 Highland Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $55,365). 644 Highland Ave. $6,600
Jessica Ritchie and Kyle Shirey Relo Direct Inc. Darrly and Beth Anne Brogan Ickolas and Brandi Groves Mitchell and Constance Wile Paragon Relocation Rescources Inc. Ro and Jessie Fincham Mark Bracken
24 E. Hillcrest Road 322 Hickory Nut Drive 322 Hickory Nut Drive 320 Sugar Run Road 313 Hickory Nut Drive 108 Pine Nut Drive 108 Pine Nut Drive 144 Valley Road
NVR Inc. Unknown Address Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. 119 Bremen Lane Stephen and Elizabeth Hall 545 Cortland Drive Roy Lynch Jr. and Mary Lynch 133 Doubletree Drive Richard and Diane McMillen 146 Druid Drive Craig Bleiweis and Melanie Baker Bleiweis 106 Lantern Circle Elizabeth Casilli 122 Mallard Lane Justin and Valerie Zenner 100 Bethany Drive Jessica Dotson 108 Bridle Trail Scott and Jill Madar 104 Clearview Drive Harry Frazee Jr. and Micha Frazee 517 E. McMurray Road Aliarcid Rodriguez and Alba Lamus 314 Hedgerow Drive Douglas and Shanti Amos 146 Hemlock Drive William and Michele Shanafelt 118 Mallard Lane Vincent and Jennifer Trapanotto 106 Park Ave. Alonzo and Kathleen Tornabene 173 Roscommon Place Timothy and Amy Grealish 108 Shady Lane Daniel and Jennifer Asti 320 Sugar Camp Road Tyce Dylan Fender 184 Bebout Road Daniel and Patricia Simmons 549 Church Hill Road Everton and Elizabeth Cranston 245 E. Edgewood Drive Brandy Alexy and James DiBernadro 416 E. McMurray Road SIRVA Relocation Properties LLC 335 Hedgerow Drive Jeffry and Roseanne Messerly 335 Hedgerow Drive Thomas Helmut Ellspermann & Elaine Matawaran Ell 409 Longleaf Drive National Residential Nominee Services Ic 428 Longleaf Drive Blane and Luz Peery 428 Longleaf Drive Renato Antunes 2815 Old Washington Road Christopher and Amy Lynn Gordon 384 Pine Ridge Drive American Escrow & Closing Co. 146 Pleasant View Drive James and Teresa Huff 146 Pleasant View Drive Dwayne Martin and Stacey Jones 670 Scenic Ridge Drive Roert Harding Jr. and Rachel Harding 140 Simmons Road Kurt Harpold Jr. and Rachel Harpold 114 Woodside Drive Jerome Bortman & Elizabeth Skibinski Bortman107 Bayberry Court PNC Bank NA 109 Candlelite Circle Stephen Shurgott 110 Canterbury Lane Luca Origoni and Lizeth Villa 401 Cheri Drive John Travis and Tara Dunsmore 319 Doubletree Drive Taylor and Stacey Petrey 228 E. Edgewood Drive Damon and Kristen Marraccini 1055 Elizabeth Drive Janice Simmons 334 Franklin Drive Maxim Construction LLC 126 Heide Lane Matthew and Jennifer Fidler 107 Linksview Drive Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC 120 Mallard Lane Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC 120 Mallard Lane Kelsey and Anthony Tate 313 Maplewood Drive Brian and Lisa Lakomy 200 Quail Run Road Donald Rush Jr. and Elizabeth Rush 303 Squire Lane Jason and Jennifer Meier 111 Stratford Drive Tri River Design & Construction Inc. Village Green Drive Tri River Design & Construction Inc. Village Green Drive
Price $63,000 $98,000 $63,600 $30,000 $33,000 $1,286 by sheriff's deed. $37,050
$292,000 $385,000 $385,000 $225,000 $229,150 $275,000 $275,000 $220,000 $91,500 $1,658 by sheriff's deed. $407,600 $494,900 $432,500 $720,000 $437,562 $385,000 $464,000 $274,900 $199,900 $620,000 $530,000 $437,562 $661,000 $177,500 $210,000 $275,000 $205,000 $355,000 $874,900 $215,000 $540,500 $540,500 $610,000 $599,500 $599,500 $325,000 $360,000 $317,500 $317,500 $509,900 $230,000 $375,000 $200,000 $1,465 by sheriff's deed. $283,450 $310,000 $493,500 $813,126 $260,000 $200,000 $150,000 $536,000 $85,000 $85,000 $225,000 $151,000 $490,000 $280,000 $100,000 $100,000
Stay Cool With a Ceiling Fan as Stylish as It Is Functional Continued from page 64.
popular with consumers are hugger fans, which are mounted close to the ceiling, as eight-foot ceilings become more of the standard ceiling height." "Whether a fan is simple or more ornamental, consumers are looking to fans for comfort," adds Joe ReyBarreau, education consultant for ALA and associate professor at the University of Kentucky's School of Interior Design. "The functionality of a fan is not affected by its style, but there are other factors to consider." Room size is key to selecting the right-size ceiling fan. An ALAtrained professional can determine the perfect-size fan to move the maximum amount of air in a particular space. Also important is the type of light needed. In addition to offering a wide array of choices for aesthetic tastes, ceiling fans provide significant energy savings. "Ceiling fans use less power to deliver a localized wind chill effect, allowing you to turn your thermostat up while remaining cool," says Nathan Frampton, president of Fanimation. In fact, running a ceiling fan can reduce how cool you feel by as much as eight degrees. Conversely, in the wintertime, a ceiling fan can be reversed to move warm air downward, making you feel warmer. To find the perfect ceiling fan, talk to a professional at an ALA-member retailer, or visit www.americanlightingassoc.com.
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Getting the Best Price for Your House to Help Finance Your Retirement (NewsUSA) - Have you forgotten something in figuring where you're going to retire to? Let's see, you've researched which states tax Social Security income (only 14, including Colorado, Connecticut, Kansas, North Dakota and Vermont). And you've even consulted the numberscrunchers at Bankrate.com to learn which states scored highest overall in everything from cost of living to access to health care (South Dakota, Colorado, Utah, North Dakota and Wyoming). But here's a question for all you homeowners: Given the results of a new report from Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate -- 57 percent of boomers say they plan to move to a new home in retirement -- what are you doing right now to make sure your current house fetches a good price to help finance your retirement dreams? HERE'S SOME TIPS FOR PREPARING WHAT'S LIKELY YOUR BIGGEST ASSET FOR PROSPECTIVE BUYERS: • Get rid of the clutter. No doubt you have years worth of memories on display. But they're your memories. And painful as it may be, it's time to accept that not everyone appreciates having turned your den, for example, into a shrine to the '69 Mets. "Buyers shouldn't be distracted from imagining themselves living in your space," says Patsy O'Neill, a sales associate with Sotheby's in Montclair, New Jersey. • Think twice before doing any trendy remodeling. Especially if your home is older, you may be tempted to go as far in trying to spruce things up as, say, tearing down a wall between the kitchen and an adjoining room just because Angie's List says creating the feel of more space is "one of the hottest trends in home remodeling." Well who's to say it'll still be hot in six months or a year? • Think "curb appeal." There's a reason roof replacement consistently makes Remodeling magazine's annual Cost vs. Value Report, and is up 11.2 percent this year over even last year: A roof is the first thing potential buyers notice. • Fix major maintenance and safety issues. Would you buy a house with a sputtering boiler? Enough said.
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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller Buyer Raymond Piacquadio Rudolph Choic Jr. and Joan Choic PLEASANT HILLS John Davies Lisa McMahon and Jordan Blair Carol Ann Donnelly Veronica and Andrew Kaslewicz Agnes Dolinar estate et al. US Bank NA trustee Marie Constanza 21 Asset Management Holding LLC Duane Cameron et al. Douglas Williamson Robert Scherrer Andrew and Tara West Bridgett Stright Monja Orosz Federal National Mortgage Assn. Jeffrey William Kertis Deborah Ann Battle Marshall Federal National Mortgage Assn. Housing & Urban Development William Malley Robinson Fore Inc. Steven and Denise Weigand Sally Dennen Heather and Steven Nesbitt ROSTRAVER Estate of Albert Penak Susan Stuckey LaVella Family L.P. CDP Realty LLC Fred Oler Debra Lee Russell Audrey Muia Rostraver Township VFD Esther Russie Joseph Gradischek Teresa Gelotti Thomas Yoder Robert Kissel Jr. Paul Bobnar Jr. and Janet Bobnar Estate of Delores Nescot James Nescot James Stangroom PNC Bank NA Christopher Duranti Fred and Maggie Allen Donald Ducar Mark and Mary Ann Orlando Lisa Steiner Ralph Hoffmann Richard Long Kevin Dickey Anthony Canzonieri JP Morgan Chase Bank NA Estate of Muriel Robertson John and Melissa Wankulitz Robert Bigi Mon Valley Development Co. L.P. Estate of Kathleen Ann Jones Anderson Brian Weisdack and Kristan Miller James Lankes Paul and Cynthia Romito SOUTH PARK Bonnie Chui Pang Derek and Amy Brown William Fulton Regis Makowski Coquelet Inc. Kenneth and Barbara Delraso Federal National Mortgage Assn. Antonio Ciotti Albert Brunetti Fayette Resources Inc. Marlene Tischler Thomas Puhatch Ann Camisa Kenneth Tucker and Sharon Pasco George Pilipovich Donna Miller Walker Hamilton III Matthew and Deidra Vaupel Dawn Hale et al. Christopher Harter and Tracee Fajerski Quality Rentals Arthur Fedorek Good Fortune Enterprises LLC Matthew Vaupel SPEERS Kimberly Sue Boulanger Michael Monaco William Cottle Jr. et al. UNION TOWNSHIP Lisa Hollingsworth Thomas Androsky Jr. Rachel Ruscitti Estate of Kenneth Koppitz Richard Awson Estate of Robert Milliken Vincent Petraglia Jon Booth Daniel Doherty II WHITEHALL Leah Mangino Sylvis BoMa Partn. Pittsburgh Property Girls LLC Richard Bender Franco Moscatiello David Kreuger Daniel Trbovich Traci Backode Nancy Doyle Chad Mizer Leo Roberts AA Properties L.P. Kyle Sawchuk et al.
Address 315 Village Green Drive
Price $374,500
108 National Drive 122 National Drive 152 Old Clairton Road 342 Toura Drive 188 W. Bruceton Road 300 Challen Drive 138 National Drive 210 National Drive 369 Cavan Drive 430 Audrey Drive 172 Robinson Drive 233 Temona Drive
$137,000 $144,000 $2,055 by sheriff's deed. $1,822 by sheriff's deed. $110,000 $226,000 $180,000 $99,000 $1,745 by sheriff's deed. $61,501 $49,500 $139,900
833 Fellsburg Road 163 Finley Road 304 Lingrel St. Mechanic St. 201 Frederick St. 458 Rehoboth Road SR 31 416 Somers St. 305 E. Donora Road 109 Hornbeck Drive 609 James Drive 314 Rolling Drive 430 Sunset Drive 211 Wood St. 332 Comanche Drive 190 Finley Road 444 Mildred Road 670 Webster Hollow Road
$109,000 $1,060,000 $125,000 $4,000 $10,000 $17,500 $75,000 $13,500 $1,317 by sheriff's deed. $97,000 $205,000 $119,500 $312,000 $2,638 $121,000 $625,500 $127,650 $44,900
Ashley Roberts Steven Ohner and Crystal McArdle
2992 Amy Drive $153,500 1413 Bristol Drive $292,000 5808 Curry Road $63,000 6532 Ventura Drive $66,000 1098 Aurora Drive $140,000 Brownsville Road $2,500 1601 Connor Road $100,000 1462 Greenbriar Court $175,000 114 Norrington Drive $264,900 5879 Pleasant St. $142,500 2433 Bonnie Dell Drive $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $3,400). 5857 Curry Road $65,000 1507 Roosevelt Ave. $130,000
Charles and Diane Cardinale Brandon and Christina Barber Elizabeth and Neil Morris
405 Elizabeth St. 267 Grandview Way 319 Phillips Ave.
$96,000 $115,000 $106,500
Shannon and Matthew Niederriter Stacy Monahan Anthony and Megan Lewandowski Sharon Pike George and Linda Liotus Daniel Lawrence Hutchko Gregory and Stephanie Lucchino Mary Jane Cionni Jon and Elizabeth Booth
3488 Frye Ave. 28 Aber Road 54 Finley Ave. 2541 Route 88 McClelland Road 6814 Ridge Ave. 6307 SR 88 137 Cinque Terra Place 100 Tuscany Esates Drive
$110,000 $114,480 $180,000 $68,000 $30,000 $115,000 $116,000 $147,000 $244,000
Michael and Kimberly Geary Bhanu and Ghana Phuyel Bradley Haas Vidoje and Zora Babic Eugene Hankey and Lori Williams Dena Alario Jacob and Jaclyn Dray HSBC Bank USA NA trustee Justin and Kelly Gremba Georganne Suzow Katrina and Brian Sturges Joshua Lee Byerly and Dennis Staab Charlene Larkin and Harry Larkin III
1205 Girard Road 1607 Parkline Drive 231 Shadowlawn Circle 4836 Doyle Road 4828 E. Willock Road 4221 Highgrove Road 5388 Orchard Hill Drive 1116 Prospect Road 5129 Raintree Drive 4721 Rolling Hills Road 5138 Villaview Drive 4614 Echo Glen Drive 4771 Sherwood Drive
$167,000 $50,000 $106,000 $137,000 $560,000 $125,000 $137,500 $1,887 by sheriff's deed. $170,000 $205,000 $229,000 $130,000 $164,900
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School News...School News September 6
John Palmer Named GRC Scholarship Recipient for DEC
Baldwin High School Class of 1975 Picnic Scheduled for Sept. 6th
John Palmer, a student at Douglas Education Center, is shown receiving the 2013 GRC Scholarship from Executive Director Gina C. Lynn. Each year, the GRC provides scholarship funding to California University of PA, Douglas Education Center, and Westmoreland County Community College from proceeds of the Fall Classic Golf Outing.
The 3rd Annual Baldwin High School Class of 1975 Reunion Fundraising Picnic will be held September 6 at South Park’s Black Ash grove (past Allegheny County Police barracks) starting at 1 p.m. Come party with old friends for a day of food, fun and games. Tickets will be sold at the door for a donation of $10 per person. This is a fundraiser to help support our upcoming 40th reunion scheduled for July 18, 2015. The event is being hosted by the Baldwin Class of 1975 Reunion Committee. For more information, email us at 1975baldwin@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook at Baldwin High School 1975.
Monongahela’s FBC Preschool Welcomes New Teacher
Registration Held for the 2014-2015 School Year at St. Clare of Assisi Montessori Preschool
FBC Preschool, located at 601 W. Main Street in Monongahela, is pleased to welcome Mrs. Stephanie LaFrankie as our new preschool teacher! Stephanie has seven years of teaching experience in preschool. She is married and has two sons. Stephanie is looking forward to starting the new school year with our students.
Preschool registrations are being accepted for the 2014-15 school year at St. Clare of Assisi Montessori Preschool for children who are 3,4, and 5 years old, held three or five days a week. Affordable monthly tuition (payment September- May). The preschool is located at 622 Delaware Avenue, Clairton. For more information, call 412- 233- 7870 or visit the website at www.saintclareschoolclairton.parishesonline.com. Call Frances Bindas at 412-226-1296 to schedule a tour.
Stephanie LaFrankie
Saint Elizabeth Elementary School Currently Taking Registrations Saint Elizabeth Elementary School is currently accepting registrations for 3-year-old preschool through the 8th grade for the 2014-15 school year. Openings are still available in all grades levels; however, some are filling quickly. Financial assistance is available. For a tour of the school or additional information, please call 412-881-2958. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Y-Readers Rock!
News and Upcoming Events at Clairton City School District Clairton City School District’s Annual Information Day will be held on Wednesday, August 6 in the high school gymnasium and lobby. Don't miss a fun and informative day including face painting, DJ, and more. Parents and guardians can fill out necessary forms, register students, enroll students in organizations such as Penn State Talent Search and CASTLE, and find out important information. Forms will be available at Information Day or in advance at www.ccsdbears.org. Attention - Clairton City School District has a new website domain: www.ccsdbears.org. Clairton City School District will be implementing a new provision known as the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) in the 2014-15 school year. This provision is available to schools/districts who are participating in the national school lunch andschool breakfast programs. All enrolled students of Clairton City School District are eligible to receive a nutritional breakfast and lunch every day at the school at no charge to the household. Please contact Alexis Trubiani at 412-233-9200 extension 2100 or email at trubiania@ccsdbears.org for more information.
Clairton City School District and Heinz Endowments Present Summer Enrichment and Acceleration (SEA) Program Clairton City School District is proud to announce that the Heinz Endowments solely funded the SEA Program for $50,000. The Heinz Endowments supports efforts to make southwestern Pennsylvania a premier place to live and work, a center for learning and educational excelPictured are 4th grader Mason Suss and lence, and a region that embraces 7th grader Laurence Robinson working on diversity and inclusion. volcanoes. The volcano project is part of a The budget projection covers partnership with the elementary and middle school science camp and the U.S. the cost of instructional tutors, Department of Energy's National Energy support staff (food Technology Laboratory. monitors/nurse), Keystone Exam staff, and classroom resources/materials. The Heinz Endowments has allowed Clairton City School District the opportunity to provide immediate and timely intervention for students to meet proficiency requirements on the biology, algebra, and literature Keystone Exams. The program Pictured are 8th grader Aquaveon helps to promote student success Jackson and other members of the during summer testing. Earning science camp, funded by the Heinz proficiency on the three Keystone Endowments, working on bird feeders. The U.S. Department of Energy's Exams is a requirement to graduNational Energy Technology Laboratory ate in 2017. Grades K-8 are also visits the program weekly and conducts able to attend a SEA program different experiments and projects. customized for their grade level and focused on strengthening skills in reading, writing, math and science. With the aid of the Heinz Endowments, Clairton City School District has also been able to extend the traditional summer program with two new science summer enrichment programs, one for elementary students and one for middle school students. This program is geared towards those that show an excelled interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) based on a teacher recommendation. Approximately 20 students are participating.
Y-Readers instructors Ms. Schlata and Ms. Conley accompany the Y-Readers students on their weekly educational field trip to the zoo. The field trip to the zoo coincided with the literacy week that coincided with the study of engendered animals and the rain forest.
The Y-Readers program is a collaboration between Clairton Elementary School and the Greater Pittsburgh YMCA. This is the 2nd year for this wonderful program. YReaders is a 6-week summer literacy program that allows students entering 1st and 2nd grade the opportunity to participate in morning literacy instruction , which focuses on spelling, grammar, vocabulary, self-selected reading, and small group guided reading. In the afternoon students participate in enrichment activities, including arts and crafts, music, nutrition education, character development, field trips, and more. Y-Readers also stresses family involvement asking parents and guardians to attended orientation meetings, read nightly to and with students, and participation in family workshops and other events. The Y-Reader program ended July 25.
Y-Readers instructor Ms. Conley works with Y-Readers on research essays about endangered animals. Students concentrated on sentence structure, grammar, and spelling while working on their essays.
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Students’ Work Displayed at CASTLE Open House When the students from CASTLE (Clairton’s After-School Teaching & Learning Experience) surveyed their city’s streets this spring, they saw possibility. The storefronts seemed like perfect places to put the art they’d created as part of MGR Foundation’s murals project. By adorning windows around town with their colorful paintings, “they think they can make a difference,” said Kenneth Neely, an MGR Foundation staffer, as he mingled with students and their families at the CASTLE open house in May. “Art inspires people. This is their public art.” MGR is among six community partners the Consortium has enlisted to provide learning opportunities in the after school program, and just like art, CASTLE seems to be making a difference in Clairton. The open house celebrated the work students in the after school program have done in the past school year. Set to begin its third year in the fall, CASTLE is a partnership between the Consortium and Clairton City School District. It is designed to provide tutoring in reading and math as well as activities to support learning in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Open to students in the 5th through 8th grades, the innovative program, which engages six community partners including MGR, is funded under the Pennsylvania Dept. of Education’s 21st Century Learning Centers initiative.
Celebrating art work at the CASTLE Celebration
Dr. Paula Purnell and Kyrese Davis celebrate Sense of Place Learning and achievements in science.
Grow Pittsburgh shows off their year of achievement. Students planted and maintained a garden and enjoyed salads made fresh from their gardens.
Local artist Ian Green and students show off the mural that they helped Ian create. The mural will be displayed in Clairton Education Center for years to come.
Attendees also gathered for dinner, which featured salads made with lettuce CASTLE students grew from seed as part of their science module with Sense of Place Learning, another of the six community partners. An awards presentation followed the dinner, with partners honoring students for work they’d done in each of the program’s learning modules. In addition to MGR and Sense of Place Learning, partners this year included Carnegie Museum of Art & Natural History; Hip Hop on
L.O.C.K.; PROGRESS (Program for Research & Outreach on Gender Equity in Society); and SLB Radio Productions, Inc. Informally, other community organizations also lent time and support. Among them were Grow Pittsburgh and GASP (Group Against Smog and Pollution), which introduced its flag program at Clairton. Students participating in the flag program monitor the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s air quality data daily for their community and raise flags with colors corresponding to the level of pollution. As part of a science unit about air, students also worked with local artist Ian Green to create a mural about air quality and its effects on health. They did online research, then represented their findings both with illustrations and text that were assembled to form the finished work.
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Sixth Grade Orientation Slated for Ringgold Middle School
American Legion Award Winners and Essay Winners Announced at Ringgold Middle School
Essay contest winners Dominica Kortyna (7th grade), Jonathan Boccella (7th grade), and Paige Mihalik (6th grade)
An orientation program will be conducted at Ringgold Middle School for incoming sixth grade and new seventh and eighth grade students and their parents on Thursday, August 14 at 6:00 pm. The orientation will be held at the Ringgold Middle School. The program will introduce students and parents to specific school policies and procedures. Questions will be answered by the school administration, counselors, and a tour of the building will be conducted. For questions please call the school at 724-348-7154.
Essay contest winners Michael Moss (6th grade), Anjolina Hryko (6th grade), Adam Telegraphis (6th grade), Tanner Smida (7th grade), and Erica Glaneman (8th grade)
The Awards Assembly at Ringgold Middle School was held on Friday, June 6, 2014. During the assembly, the American Legion award winners were announced. The American Legion Post 613 of Finleyville, American Legion Post 949 of Monongahela, and American Legion Post 513 of Donora were involved in the awards ceremony this year. The American Legion Post 613 was represented by Mr. John Koller (Commander), Mr. Ruffo Proviano (Chaplin), and Mr. Bob Jones (Vice Commander). The American Legion Award places emphasis on the development of the qualities of Courage, Honor, Leadership, Patriotism, Scholarship and Service – the ideals of Americanism which will make young people citizens of the highest type. The award recognizes the boy and girl who is most worthy of the highest qualities of citizenship and of true Americanism. This year’s recipients are Alexander Bottino and Hanna Gosliak. Mr. James Ferguson worked with the American Legion Post 949 and our social studies teachers to encourage students to write an essay titled, “How can we support our local veterans and their families?” Mr. Al Hupchak of the
John Koller (Commander), Bob Jones (Vice Commander), Hanna Gosliak, Alexander Bottino, and Ruffo Proviano (Chaplin)
American Legion and Mr. James Ferguson presented a monetary gift to the winners of this essay contest. The winners of this essay contest included Erica Glaneman (8th grade), Tanner Smida (7th grade), Anjolina Hryko (6th grade), Michael Moss (6th grade), and Adam Telegraphis (6th grade). The Ernest E. Jobes American Legion Auxiliary Unit also held an essay contest this year for students. The essay was titled, “How can I show my pride in being and American?” This contest is done yearly and is supported by the Pennsylvania American Legion Auxiliary Unit. There are five different classes (categories) that can participate; Class I – Grades 3 and 4, Class II- Grades 5 and 6, Class III- Grades 7 and 8, Class IV – Grades 9 and 10, and Class VGrades 11 and 12. The contest is held at the local units first. The winners then proceed onto county for judging and then to the depart level for judging. Mr. James Ferguson presented the local award winners a monetary gift. The winners included Jonathan Boccella (7th grade), Dominica Kortyna (7th grade), and Paige Mihalik (6th grade).
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SPORTS Valley Inn Sportsman Association Runs Annual Fishing Derby Monongahela Serves As Host at the Aquatorium By Paul Chasko
11-15 Years June 21 was cool and cloudy and the 75 kids that 1st Place: Charley Braun (16” Catfish) showed up at the City of Monongahela Aquatorium 2nd Place: Caden Smith (11” Smallmouth Bass) caught and released over 24 fish in the Annual 3rd Place: Halle Smith (10” Smallmouth Bass) Fishing Derby, with some taking home trophies. This year’s derby brought out 75 kids with moms, Most Fish Caught dads, grandparents or big brothers on hand to help Diego Frederick (Four fish) out. The Derby ran from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. and there was lots of action. The kids fished either from There were enough door prizes donated that it seemed the Aquatorium of from the banks of the every contestant at the event won something. Monongahela River on either side. A variety of fish Monongahela Mayor Bob Kepics was on hand to conwere caught, and members of the Valley Inn gratulate all the winners, to thank all the local merchants Winners in the 1-5 age group are (l to r): Sportsman Association were on hand to see that the who donated food and prizes to make the event a success, Charlie Braun-1st place; Halle Smith-3rd fish were netted, measured and released. and to especially thank the Valley Inn Sportsman place; and Caden Smith-2nd Place. There were 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prize trophies for the Association, who made it all happen. largest fish caught in the 1- 5 year, 6-10 year and 11Mayor Kepics noted this was the 11th annual fishing con15 year age groups, and a single trophy for the most fish caught. The win- test hosted at the Monongahela Aquatorium – only one year was missed ners of the trophies were: due to renovations underway at the Aquatorium. The four-year project improving the Aquatorium is essentially complete. New spectators stands 1-5 Years and seating, new bathrooms and sewage handling facilities, a new storm 1st Place: Chase Ambrose (14” Largemouth Bass) water handling system, a public boat dock and, of course, the concession 2nd Place: Camron Firolo (12” Crappie) stand were part of project, costing about $947,000. 3rd Place: Noah Quattrf (11 ” Crappie) 6-10 Years 1st Place: Hunter Clilbbens (23” Carp) 2nd Place: Dalton Terrant (21” Carp) 3rd Place: Cody Scheponik (19” Gar)
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Union Twp. Girl Wins National Softball Award On June 13, 2014, Lauren Gohacki of Union Township was awarded the ASA Junior Olympic Player of the Week National Award. The ASA (Amateur Softball Association), founded in 1933, is the national governing body of softball in the United States and a member of the United States Olympic Committee. Along with the award, Lauren won a yet-to-be-released Keilani Ricketts Signature Series Legit Worth fastpitch softball bat. Lauren’s performance in center field and at the plate in that week’s ASA-sanctioned softball tournament earned her this award; it also helped her Pittsburgh Diamond Stars 14U team to a 7-2 record and a 2nd place finish at the Rage in the Valley Tournament. She posted a .714 (20-for-28) batting average and a .821 slugging percentage, with two walks and 10 RBIs. Lauren is the daughter of Dwayne and Michele Gohacki. She will be a freshman at Ringgold High School in the fall. She has been playing travel softball with the Pittsburgh Diamonds Stars for the past 3 years. She hopes to continue her softball career onto the collegiate level. Lauren would like to acknowledge and thank her fellow Pittsburgh Diamond Stars teammates, coaches (Josh Caler, Paul Serbak, and especially her dad) and also her hitting instructors, Chris Sidick and Tony Kostelnik, of C-Side Sports Academy in Washington, PA.
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YOUR HEALTH Monongahela Valley Hospital and Parent Organization Reelect Boards It has been said that a great leader’s courage to fulfill a vision comes from passion. Although the boards of Monongahela Valley Hospital (MVH) and its parent organization, Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. (MVHR), are composed of individuals from diverse backgrounds, these leaders share a common vision and passion. These men and women, who are among some of the area’s most respected business, medical and community leaders, passionately provide vision to the hospital and its affiliated organizations as the health care providers fulfill their missions to enhance the health of the residents of the mid-Monongahela Valley area. On June 18, MVH and MVHR reelected their boards. John D. Fry, of McMurray, president and owner of Procurement Specialty Group, Inc., was reelected chairman of the Board of Directors of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. and chairman of the Board of Trustees Monongahela Valley Hospital, Inc. This marks Mr. Fry’s fifth term as the leader of the boards. In addition, R. Carlyn Belczyk, of Monessen, was reelected vice chairman and Jeff M. Kotula, of Washington, was reelected secretary of both boards. These officers also will be serving their fifth terms, which begin on July 1.
Mr. Fry was elected to the MVHR Board of Directors in 1998 and to the MVH Board of Trustees in 2000. He was elected secretary of both boards in 2005 and is a member of the Executive Committee of both boards. In addition, he has served on the Nominating and By-Laws committees and as chairman of the Reelected to Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Board of Joint Conference Trustees and Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc.’s Committee and was Board of Directors are (l-r) R. Carlyn Belczyk, appointed chairman of Jeff M. Kotula and John D. Fry. the Finance Committee in 2007. Mrs. Belczyk is a certified public accountant, accredited in business valuations and a certified valuation analyst. She began her career in public accounting in 1986 and together with Randy Guthrie formed Guthrie, Belczyk & Associates, PC of Washington in 1993. She has served on the boards of numerous professional and community organizations including the Washington County Community Foundation. Mr. Kotula is president of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. He leads the activities of the largest chamber in Washington County and the fourth largest chamber in southwestern Pennsylvania. In this capacity, he serves as both the chamber executive and as director of economic development for Washington County through a public/private partnership comprised of the Washington County Commissioners, Washington County Chamber of Commerce, Washington Industrial Development Corporation and Washington County Industrial Development Authority. In addition to the election of officers, 10 directors were reelected to the MVHR board for three- year terms including: Lillian C. Beattie, of Charleroi; Walter R. Cox, M.D., of Monongahela; John D. Fry; S.P. Hewie, M.D., of Monongahela; David T. Hunter, of Forest Hills; Jeffrey D. Imbrescia, of Monessen; R.G. Krishnan, M.D. of Venetia; Kevin M. Lee, of Charleroi; Jamie L. Prah, of Elizabeth; and Dana Caruso Slagle, of Belle Vernon. Those reelected to Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Board of Trustees for three-year terms include John D. Fry; S. P. Hewie, M.D.; R.G. Krishnan, M.D.; Jamie L. Prah; and Dana Caruso Slagle.
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SPOTLIGHT Southwestern Nursing Care Center Rehabs Patients One-on-One The Southwestern spotlight is shining on Raymond Christopher! Mr. Christopher became a guest at the Southwestern Nursing Care Center in mid-May after a brief stay in the hospital for a fall. Upon admission to Southwestern, Mr. Christopher had decreased movement in his left arm and limited function from his legs. At that time, he was unable to stand, walk, or perform Raymond Christopher a majority of his personal care. He first started out needing a "full lift" to get in and out of bed and his wheelchair. After a few weeks of therapy, he used a standing lift for transfers. Now, he is able to get in and out of bed with very limited assistance from staff, using his own two legs and his walker. In addition, when he started therapy, he had very bad initiation tremors with any and all movements, making it very difficult to move. Now, he is able to do his seated exercises without tremors, and can do his standing exercises with limited tremors! When asked to summarize his gains since he came to Southwestern Nursing Care Center, Mr. Christopher stated, "I would not be walking without the therapy I received." Mr. Christopher’s ultimate goal: “to get home!" On July 18, he met that goal! Although we were sad to see him go, we couldn't be happier that Mr. Christopher was finally able to return home. After weeks of physical and occupational therapy, we at Southwestern couldn’t be more proud! “I had the honor of working with our guest, Mr. Christopher,” said Director of Rehabilitation Shelley Kostella. “He will be deeply missed, but it was an honor to have him, work with him, get to know him, and be a part of his recovery.” Raymond Christopher is a true success story and illustrates why we do what we do at Southwestern Nursing Center.
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JHAAA Receives Award From American Heart Association By Paul Chasko
The Jefferson Hills Area Ambulance Association (JHAAA) recently received the Silver Performance Achievement Award for EMS units from the American Heart Association (AHA). JHAAA is only one A representative from the American Heart Association of ten EMS units in presents the Silver Performance Achievement Award. Pennsylvania to receive this Receiving the award are Robert Gibson, RN, NREMT-P and some of the JFAAA staff. award. The AHA reported in a recent bulletin that, in 2010, 6,392 Pennsylvanians died from the deadliest type of heart attack – a STEMI attack. For laypersons, a STEMI heart attack is one in which one or more of the carotid arteries carrying blood to the heart muscle is completely blocked. When this happens, the heart muscle begins to die in the affected area. In a STEMI attack, time is everything – every minute and second in this condition means more heart damage.Since then, the AHA has been pushing the “Lifeline Initiative” to reduce death and disability for STEMI patients in Pennsylvania. The “Lifeline Initiative” is a protocol developed by the American College of Cardiology and the AHA that has the responding EMS unit performing tests and procedures; these rapidly identify the problem as a STEMI attack. These are tests which, in the past, have been carried out in the receiving hospital. Communication with the STEMI cardiac care team in the hospital is immediately established by EMS personnel and maintained throughout time in the home and in transit. Vital data is transmitted including results of an electrocardiogram most likely taken in the home or in transit to the hospital. The hospital cardiac care team then has vital patient information in hand before the patient comes through the door. This allows them to prepare for the patient, including activation of cardiac surgeons and cardiac surgical facilities. The award made by the AHA indicates that JHAAA has met all the requirements for personnel training and equipment availability to meet the requirements of the protocol and achieved a 75% or higher compliance score for each specific quality measure demanded by the protocol from 3 to 12 months. This is not an easy feat, noting that only ten EMS units in Pennsylvania have received the award. It’s comforting to know that this high level of EMS care is available in our area – congratulations to JHAAA.
St. Clair Hospital Named 2014 ‘Most Wired’ Hospitals & Health Networks magazine has named St. Clair Hospital among the 2014 Most Wired Hospitals and Health Systems in the United States. It marks the third consecutive year St. Clair has been deemed Most Wired. Approximately 1,900 hospitals applied this year for recognition as America’s Most Wired health care providers. Hospitals & Health Networks makes its selection based on four focus areas: infrastructure; business and administrative management; clinical quality and safety (inpatient/outpatient hospital); and clinical integration (ambulatoryphysician/patient/community). “At St. Clair Hospital, Information Technology, or IT, performs an integral role in fostering patient engagement and enhancing the patient’s experience,” said Richard Schaeffer, Chief Information Officer, St. Clair Hospital. “Once again achieving Most Wired status at St. Clair means we are intently focused on advanced capabilities to care for our patients, including making mobile access to electronic health records accessible to physicians, other clinicians, and staff; providing quality scores electronically to clinical leaders; giving physicians access to clinical decision support tools and medical image review across care settings; and more. All of these technologies enhance our ability to take an active role in more effectively managing patient care.”
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MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL AUGUST EVENTS Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring a variety of informative programs in August. 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, August 4 from 2 – 4 p.m., Hospital, 7-East Family Room. The group meets the first Monday of each month. For more information, call 724258-1704. BABY CARE CLASS - Monday, August 4 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., MonVale HealthPLEX. Parents-to-be will learn baby care basics at this instructional session. For more information, call 724258-BABY (2229) ext. 9. MANAGING YOUR DIABETES Tuesday, August 5 – Thursday, August 7 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., ECC. Learn more about food choices, dining out and how personal eating habits affect your blood glucose control. To register, call 724-258-1483. BONE DENSITY SCREENING Wednesday, August 6 from 1 - 3 p.m., Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Do you have brittle bones? Have you ever had a bone density test? This free, painless screening will indicate if you have osteoporosis and need more extensive testing. No appointments necessary. For more information, call 724348-6699. HEALTHY DIRECTIONS 3RD ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Friday, August 8 from 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Celebrate another year of good health in the Finleyville community. Join us for free blood pressure checks and health information with cake and light refreshments throughout the day. For
more information, call 724-348-6699. BETTER BREATHERS CLUB Tuesday, August 12 from 2 – 3 p.m., ECC. The Better Breathers Club is free and open to all adults and their families, friends or caregivers who want to learn or share information about living well with breathing issues such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and emphysema. This group meets the second Tuesday of every month. For more information, call 724-258-1932 or 724344-0287. RSDS SUPPORT GROUP Tuesday, August 12 at 6 p.m., ECC. The Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome (RSDS) Support Group is free and open to all persons with RSDS or related illnesses. For more information, call 724929-9492. COMMUNITY CPR INSTRUCTION - Wednesday, August 13 at 11 a.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) classes are offered by Monongahela Valley Hospital in conjunction with Rostraver EMS. The fee for the class is $35 to cover the class and required materials. To register, call 724-872-9200. INNOVATIONS IN MEDICINE – POST-SURGICAL PAIN Wednesday, August 13 at 6 p.m., MonVale HealthPLEX, Willow Room. Thomas F. Brockmeyer, M.D., Ph.D., an orthopedic surgeon and director of the Orthopedic Institute, will present a free program to discuss ways of reducing discomfort associated with total knee replacements to promote healing and reduced recovery time. This program is part of MVH’s Innovations in Medicine series featuring physician guest speakers providing medical information to the community. To register, call 724-2581333.
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Monday, August 18 at 2 p.m., Hospital, 7East Family Room. This support group is free and open to all cancer patients and their families. The group meets the third Monday of each month. For additional information, call 724-258-1704. INNOVATIONS IN MEDICINE – Acupuncture - Monday, August 18 at 6 p.m., ECC. Lauren H. Ayersman, D.O., family practitioner, will present a free program to discuss acupuncture and the conditions it can treat. In addition to her osteopathic medicinal studies, Dr. Ayersman is certified and licensed in acupuncture. She studied medical acupuncture for physicians at Helms Medical Institute. This program is part of MVH’s Innovations in Medicine series featuring physician guest speakers providing medical information to the community. Light refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call 724258-1333. MANAGING YOUR DIABETES Tuesday, August 19 – Thursday, August 21 from 6 – 9 p.m., ECC. Learn more about food choices, dining out and how personal eating habits affect your blood glucose control. Completion of the threeday “Diabetes Self-Management Training” is required prior to attending this class. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start of the class. For more information and to register, call 724-258-1483. AUXILIARY ICE CREAM SOCIAL - Friday, August 22 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., ECC. Open to the public. Enjoy a delicious lunch and a sundae made your way. Sponsored by the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. For more information, call 724-258-1167. BREASTFEEDING CLASS Monday, August 25 from 6:30 – 9:30
p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. This free class is designed for mothers who plan to breastfeed to help them feel more comfortable and confident while feeding their newborns. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229) ext. 9. PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - Wednesday, August 27 at 6 p.m., ECC. All prostate cancer patients, families and care givers are invited to attend this free support group. For more information, call 724-292-9404. ADVANCED CARBOHYDRATE COUNTING - Wednesday, August 27 from 6 – 8 p.m., ECC. This is a diabetes self-management class that focuses on counting carbohydrate intake. Topics range from how to measure the upward drive each meal has on blood sugar to information on the glycemic index. To register, call 724-258-1483. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Thursday, August 28 from 1 – 2:30 p.m., ECC. The group meets the last Thursday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1455. INFANT AND CHILD CPR CLASS - Thursday, August 28 from 6 - 9 p.m., ECC. Learn how to help a choking baby or small child. Sign up to learn emergency life saving techniques of clearing airway obstructions and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling the Valley Health and Safety Training Center at 724-684-9536. MVH BLOOD DRIVE - Friday, August 29 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., ECC. Monongahela Valley Hospital, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, is sponsoring a blood drive to benefit local patients. Free parking is available. For more information or to register, call 724494-4090 or visit redcrosslife.org.
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------------- NOTICES ---------Multi/family yard sale, Saturday, August 9, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. 9 Keeney Road/Mingo Church Road, Finleyville, PA. 1/4 mile from route 88. ________________________________________ Ringgold High School Class of 1989 Reunion - August 9. For more info, email at tmag621@MSN.com. ________________________________________ 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. ________________________________________ All Things Basementy! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs Waterproofing? Finishing? Structural Repairs? Humidity and Mold Control FREE ESTIMATES! Call 1-866-589-0174 ________________________________________ DIRECTV starting at $24.95/mo. Free 3-Months of HBO, Starz, SHOWTIME & CINEMAX FREE RECEIVER Upgrade! 2014 NFL Sunday Ticket Included with Select Packages. Some exclusions apply - Call for details 1-800969-2819 ________________________________________ HOTELS FOR HEROS — to find out more about how you can help our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need, visit the Fisher House website at www.fisherhouse.org [Advertising supported by this publication] ________________________________________
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------------- PETS ---------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 $30.00 each. For pick up of cans or delivery of books, call Jessie @ 724-941-5737. ________________________________________ Horse Stalls available - private facility in Elizabeth, excellent care, daily cleaning and turn out, large indoor arena, outdoor and miles of trails. Hurry - only 2 stalls left. $420/month. 724- 348-8028. ________________________________________
------------ REAL ESTATE -------2 bedroom house for rent in New Eagle. Some appliances. $500/month , plus security and utilities. 724-2587205 ________________________________________ ABSOLUTE FARM LIQUIDATION JULY 12th & 13th! 3 to 61 acre Parcels at 50% of Market Price! Less than 3 hrs from NY City - 1/2 hr from Albany! Jaw dropping views, spring fed ponds, gorgeous trout stream, rolling fields, deep woods! EZ Terms! Call 888-738-6994 to register! Virtual tour: newyorklandandlakes.com ________________________________________ LENDER ORDERED FARM LIQUIDATION 3 to 61 acre Parcels at 50% of Market Price! 3 hrs NY City - Hr Albany! Jaw dropping views, ponds, trout stream, rolling fields, deep woods! EZ terms! Call 888-738-6994 for free info! Virtual tour & maps: Newyorklandandlakes.com ________________________________________
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LENDER ORDERED FARM SALE! 3 acres - Well/Septic $39,900 12 acres - Stream - $39,900 17 acres - 30 Mile View - $44,900 10 tracts avail! Half market prices! 3 hrs NY City. EZ terms! No Closing costs! Call 888-738-6994 Newyorklandandlakes.com ________________________________________ RETIREMENT APARTMENTS, ALL INCLUSIVE. Meals, transportation, activities daily. Short Leases. Monthly specials! Call (877) 210-4130 ________________________________________ LENDER ORDERED FARM SALE! Aug 2nd-9am! 12 acres - Stream - $39,900 17 acres - 30 Mile View $44,900 10 tracts avail! Half market prices! 3 hrs NY City. EZ terms! Call 888-738-6994 Newyorklandandlakes.com ________________________________________
------------ SERVICES -------Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724-825-7233. ________________________________________
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LOCAL BUSINESSES, MERCHANTS AND SERVICES ASPHALT MAINTENANCE NEW COAT SEALING SERVICES – Driveways/Parking Lots/Line Striping. PA066032*WBE130630 Free Estimates. 412-295-2942 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––
BANQUET FACILITY/ SOCIAL HALL FINLEYVILLE AMERICAN LEGION – Morrison-Ritchie Post 613. 3537 W. Morrison-Ritchie Post 613. 3537 Washington Avenue, Finleyville. “We are dedicated to helping our veterans and our community.” Offering entertainment and a banquet room that accommodates 75 people. For more info, stop in and visit the lodge, or call 724-348-5608. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CATERING
GARAGE DOORS
ITALIAN SPECIALTY & GOURMET CATERING, LLC Catering for All Events. Parties from 10 to 5000 People. Weddings * Graduations * Communions * Reunions. 412-3414626. www.iscatering.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––
WUENSTEL BROTHERS GARAGE DOOR COMPANY – Second Generation family owned. Since 1977. Residential Replacement Specialists. 3526C Cliff Street, Finleyville. 724348-7550. (PA-HIC 009388). __________________________
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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 __________________________
RESTAURANT THE KICKSTAND BAR & RESTAURANT – Open Daily 3 p.m. 2 a.m.; Daily Specials; Homemade Soups. 1100 Hayden Blvd. 51 South. 412-384-3080. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––
RON’S ALL APPLIANCE REPAIR. REPAIRING REFRIGERATORS, WASHERS, DYERS, RANGES, SUBZEROS…ONE CALL DOES IT ALL: 724-640-9383. 7 DAYS/WK, 24 HR. SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT. 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:
Monthly Pizza Puzzler! Win a FREE Large “Grande” 1-topping Pizza from Vocelli Pizza*! Two (2) lucky winners every month! Just fill in the correct answers to the questions below, and write your name, addressand telephone number on the entry form. Then mail in your entry form to the Messenger. Each month we will draw two (2) local winners from all correct entries. Winners will receive a gift certificate good for one (1) FREE Large “GRANDE” pizza from Vocelli Pizza. Remember to look for a new Monthly Pizza Puzzler every month, and send in your entry form! (*Good only at Finleyville location. One entry per household per month. Employees of the The Messenger; Haniford Enterprises LLC, or Vocelli Pizza are not eligible.)
• Official Entry Form •
(Deadline for entries is August 10)
Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger. When is the West Newton Community Festival? Where did The Orthopedic Group open a new office? Who won the National Softball Award? Name: Address: Phone Number: Entry forms should be submitted to: South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger, Attention: “Monthly Pizza Puzzler,” P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
Congratulations to our July Pizza Puzzler winners!
FRED MONINGER- Jefferson Hills • DARLENE GULA - Donora
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Food & Dining Staying in or going out, plan your evening using the Messenger Dining Guide.
Convenient sports physicals The caring, professional practitioners from Monongahela Valley Hospital offer school sports physicals at our family-friendly walk-in health care facility inside the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Bring the school’s forms with you.
School and sports physicals as low as $20 Call for hours 724-348-6699
Finleyville Giant Eagle, 3701 Route 88 mvhhealthydirections.com 724-348-6699
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