South Hills Mon Valley April 2025

Southpointe Chamber of Commerce to Merge with Washington County Chamber of Commerce

The Southpointe Chamber of Commerce and the Washington County Chamber of Commerce have announced plans to merge-creating a unified collaboration of two significant chambers in the Greater Pittsburgh region.

As part of the transaction, the Southpointe Chamber will merge its organization as well as assets such as Southpointe Magazine publication rights, member lists, email newsletter data, logos, website URLs, and events into the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. This merger combines the strengths of both organizations to enhance networking, resources, and opportunities for members in both organizations.

“This is a concept that has been developing since the inception of the chamber in 1994,” said Don Hodor, Executive Director of the Southpointe Chamber of Commerce. “This merger of both organizations will provide access to a wider range of resources for all chamber members. This unified effort will make the Washington County Chamber of Commerce the most effective networking organization in the region. We are 100 percent supportive of the transaction and can only see a positive ‘win-win’ for all involved, especially our members.”

Jeff Kotula, President of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce thanked Mr. Hodor for his leadership in utilizing the Southpointe Chamber to fully focus on the development of Southpointe Business Park. “For over 30 years, the Southpointe Chamber of Commerce under Don Hodor’s leadership has fostered an environment for expansion in one of Pennsylvania’s leading multi-use parks-Southpointe. The merger of the Southpointe Chamber into ours will be the cornerstone of a renewed focus on the park and its business community. We hope to continue Don’s vision and achieve new opportunities for Washington County,” commented Kotula.

Monessen Community Cleanup Day – April 26

It is that time of year when we want to prepare our community for spring by cleaning our streets and parks of garbage and weeds. If you have a few hours to spare and the willingness to volunteer, we would love to see you on Saturday, April 26, at Madison Park. The park is located at the corner of 9th Street and Knox AVE in Monessen. The event is scheduled for 9:00AM – 1:00PM, but any amount of time is appreciated. Volunteers will be provided with vests, gloves, garbage bags, and lunch. The electronics drop off (for Monessen residents) is at the Monessen City Garage, 605 Parente BLVD, between 9:00AM – 1:00PM. The rain date has been scheduled for Saturday, May 3. Anyone having questions or wanting to volunteer should contact Karen Cosner at 724.396.9592 or email kcosner@cityofmonessen.com.

Pictured, Jeff Kotula (at left) President of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce and Don Hodor, Executive Director of the Southpointe Chamber.

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PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO

APRIL 2

FREE MONTHLY DINNER -

Wednesday, April 2, the public is welcome to join us as we celebrate spring at this free monthly dinner. Its main entree includes various casseroles. Bring your appetite and a covered dish to share (not required). This dinner is warmly hosted by the California United Methodist Church, 227 Third Street, California, PA, which is located across the street from the Dairy Queen. Feel free to bring a friend or two and join us for food and fellowship. Everyone is welcome. For questions, contact the church office at 724-938-2270.

APRIL 3

BETHEL ART GUILD MEETINGBethel Park Community Center, 5151 Park Ave., Bethel Park, PA. The meeting starts at 12:30 PM, with a light lunch of

food brought by our members. At 1:00 our business meeting followed by our speaker. This meeting will feature artist Nancy Kenney as our speaker. She is an accomplished artist in multiple mediums. She started her art journey painting with oil in plein air. She has attended classes at the Carnegie Museum, CCAC, the Center for the Arts, and many classes at local art organizations over the years. In 1998 she was juried into the “Three Rivers Arts Festival”. Nancy has won many awards for her work. No matter what medium you favor, Nancy will no doubt have information to share. Come to hear from one of our own.

APRIL 3

NURSES ASSOCIATION MEET-

ING - The regular meeting of Mon Valley Nurses Association will be held on April 3 at 1:00pm at the Cedarbrook

Clubhouse Grill. All Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses (active or inactive) are welcome.

APRIL 3 - 6

USED BOOK AND BOUTIQUE

SALE - Friends of the Jefferson Hills Public Library. April 3, from 7:00PM –9:00PM, Preview Party: Get an exclusive first look at the sale! Enjoy early access to a great selection of books, boutique items, and more. Presale tickets are available for purchase at the library for $10. Day-of tickets will be available for $12. Sale Days: Friday, April 4 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM and Saturday, April 5 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM and Sunday, April 6 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Bring your $5 bag or $10 medium box for the best deal! Plus, enjoy 50% off all boutique items.

APRIL 4 AND 11

LENTEN FISH FRY - Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church, 44 Pennsylvania Ave., Monessen annual Lenten Fish Fry will continue April 4 and 11. Hours are 11:00AM – 6:00PM with take-out or dining-in. Good Friday hours are 3:00PM – 6:00PM for take-out only. Our menu can be found on the church web site www.eolparish.com

APRIL 5

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME - The Belle Vernon Public Library will host a special preschool Storytime of the Pennsylvania One Book 2025, Lisa Mortensen's "Arlo Draws an Octopus," on Saturday, April 5 at 1:00p.m. The program will be held at Community Bank Park in North Belle Vernon and feature octopus themed crafts and activities. For more info call 724-929-6642.

APRIL 5

11TH ANNUAL VINTAGE PITTSBURGH RETRO FAIR - The Senator John Heinz History Center – the Smithsonian’s home in Pittsburgh – will host its 11th annual Vintage Pittsburgh retro fair in partnership with The Neighborhood Flea on Saturday, April 5, from 10:00AM to 3:00PM. The popular annual event will feature more than 60 makers and vendors to sell one-of-akind clothing, accessories, home décor, vinyl records, and more. The PGH Crepes food truck will be parked in front of the museum as part of the event. Access to Vintage Pittsburgh is included with regular admission: $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens (age 65+), $11 for students and children (age 6-17), and FREE for History Center members and kids aged 5 and under. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit heinzhistorycenter.org.

APRIL 5

MONTHLY CLOTHING SALE - The Olive Branch Baptist, 296 St Rt 981 Rostraver Twp., will hold their monthly clothing sale on April 5, 2025 from 9:30AM to 11:00AM. You can drop off, clean laundered used clothing to help with our fundraising by placing them in a plastic bag and leaving them at the door at the rear of the building. Profits from fundraising by this group are used to help people in all kinds of need

APRIL 5

CRAFT & VENDOR SPRING EVENT – 9:00AM – 2:00PM at VFW Post 1810, located at 3801 Saw Mill Run Blvd (PA 51), in Brentwood. Proceeds benefit local area Veterans and local Youth Programs. Sponsored by the American Legion Post 712 Riders. 30 Crafters & Vendors plus Rowdy BBQ will be on site. In addition, Snacks and Baskets. Free Admission and Open to the Public.

APRIL 5

DONUT SALE - Saint Andrew the Apostle Parish in Monongahela will hold their monthly Donut Sale in the Parish Park (behind Dierkins Drug Store) from 8:00AM until donuts are sold out. Please stop by and purchase some.

APRIL 6

EASTER BUNNY BREAKFAST -The Ginger Hill Grange is holding an Easter Bunny Breakfast on April 6 from 9:00AM - 11:00AM. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, and sausage. Crafts and games and Gift for the first 50 Kids! Cost for Adults $10 - Kids ages 8 and under $5 (Price day of $12 Adults $7 Kids). Reservations available through Zeffy - Walk-ins welcome until sold out. Ginger Hill Grange is located at 3389 Rt. 136 in Finleyville PA. For additional info, call 330-204-9242.

APRIL 6

18TH EGG EGGSTRAVAGANZA

– 12:00 noon – 4:00PM, at St. John Byzantine Catholic Church Social Hall, 201 E. Main St., Uniontown. Egg artists display, demonstrate, and sell decorated eggs, Easter items (embroidered basket covers, lamb butter molds, decorated candles), parish cookbook, and crafts for purchase, children’s Easter theme activities, explanation of traditional Easter foods for basket blessing, Lenten lunch menu, baked goods (including long rolls and more) workshop on making pysanky, raffles and basket raffles, and more. Free admission. Handicapped accessible. For info: call 724-438-1382 (Leave message.) Check parish website for any updates: http://www.stjohnbaptist-byzcath-uniontown.org/

APRIL 7

DINE & DONATE EVENT - The Foster House restaurant located at 1 Cook Road in Belle Vernon, will sponsor a dine and donate event on Monday April 7, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. to benefit Mon Valley Paws. A portion of the sales will be shared with Mon Valley Paws. For more information call 724493-8305.

APRIL 8

SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB MEETING - 7:30 PM at the Bethel Park municipal building located at 5100 West Library Ave. in Bethel Park. All members and the general public are invited. This month's program will be the gold confiscation of 1933 Part 3. A 50/50 will be offered and children's prizes to be awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership. For more information call 724-9846611.

PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO

APRIL 8

CLOTHES 4 U MINISTRY - First United Methodist Church, 200 State Street, Belle Vernon. Open to the public on Tuesdays, April 8 and 22 from 9:00AM to 12:00 noon. We are open to the Mon Valley. We do not charge for our clothing. Our ministry is strictly donations in and donations out. If you care to donate, please call the church at 724-929-4696 to arrange times.

APRIL 11

LENTEN FISH FRY - Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church, 44 Pennsylvania Ave., Monessen annual Lenten Fish Fry will continue April 11. Hours are 11:00AM – 6:00PM with take-out or dining-in. Good Friday hours are 3:00PM – 6:00PM for take-out only. Our menu can be found on the church web site www.eolparish.com

APRIL 12

ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT -

Sponsored by the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, April 12. This family fun event will be held at the Chess Park gazebo in Monongahela starting at 12:00 noon. The Easter Egg hunt is for toddlers to age 8. Treats, games, Raffles and Pictures with the Easter Bunny. Held rain or shine.

APRIL 12

CHILDREN’S THEATRE AUDI-

TIONS - South Park Theater announces auditions for its 2025 Children's Theater summer season on Saturday, April 12 from 9:00AM – 2:00PM, welcoming children ages 6-18. For show dates and information, and to sign up for an audition spot, check out www.SouthParkTheatre.com. No fee to participate in Children's Theatre!

APRIL 12

APRIL 12

25TH ANNIVERSARY COOKIE

2025 BOSTON TRAIL RACE - The Mon/Yough Trail Council’s 11th annual spring fundraiser – the Boston Trail 1/2 Marathon and 5K Run/Walk – is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2025, rain or shine. Start and finish is at the Boston Access of the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) in Elizabeth Township. Proceeds from the event support the MYTC – an all-volunteer, nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization – and their efforts to maintain a 15-mile section of the GAP in Allegheny County. The course is a flat, crushed limestone surface that parallels the picturesque Youghiogheny River. The 1/2 Marathon is USATF certified and led by members of the MarathonPacing.com team. Medals are awarded to the top three overall and age group finishers, men and women. An open division will award medals to the top three finishers and includes those who identify as nonbinary or prefer not to select a gender. Finisher medals are given to all participants who complete the 1/2 Marathon. Timing services are provided by Runners High, and results are posted to their website in real time. Visit the MYTC website for more information or to register.

APRIL 12

EASTER EGG HUNT – Sponsored by Jefferson Hills Recreational Initiative and Jefferson Hills Fire-Rescue. 1:15PM at Andrew Reilly Park (Rt. 885) in Jefferson Hills. Make sure to bring your basket! There will also be an ice cream truck and children's crafts.

APRIL 12

PAWS AND POSIES EVENTSponsored by Mon Valley Paws, on Saturday April 12, at Pet Supplies Plus located at 1 Sara Way in Belle Vernon. Pa. Pet parents will use their cellphone to take their pet's picture. Flowers will be supplied by McShane's florist. For more information call 724-493-8305.

TABLE EVENT - West Jefferson Hills Historical Society's Cookie Table event will be held on Saturday, April 12, from 12:00 noon - 3:00 P.M. at the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building. Sweeten your support for the West Jefferson Hills Historical Society! Eighteen different cookie varieties, commonly found at celebration cookie tables, will be offered. Cookies are sold in bags of 4 for $5 or a dozen for $14. A Sampler box of all eighteen cookies will be available for $20. Fill-your-own dozen boxes and bags of 4 cookies may be purchased on the day of the event. Pre-orders are recommended to ensure availability of your cookie choices. The Anniversary Cookie Table will be held in the Community Rooms of the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building, 925 Old Clairton Road, Jefferson Hills, PA. Cookie order forms are available at the Jefferson Hills Library, Pleasant Hills Library, or at www.westjeffersonhillshistoricalsociety.org. Orders may be placed online at the website. Cookies must be picked up between 12:00 noon and 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 12 at the Jefferson Hills Borough Building. Proceeds from the event will help to manage and care for local cultural materials in the WJHHS Archive. For more information, please call (412) 650-0925 or visit www.westjeffersonhillshistoricalsociety.org.

APRIL 12

FABRIC

FAIR – The Salvation Army Greater Pittsburgh Women’s Auxiliary Spring Fabric Fair, 8:30AM – 1:30PM. Held at the Salvation Army Pittsburgh Temple Worship & Service Center, located at 1060 McNeilly Road. Fabric, yarn, crafts and sew much more! $10 Bage Sale outside! Free admission. Parking is available at Keystone Oaks High School and Middle School. Free Shuttle provided. Call 412-446-1500 with any questions.

APRIL 13

EASTER EGG HUNT - Thomas Presbyterian Church, Eighty Four, will hold an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday April 13 at 12:00 noon. Bring a basket. Hamburgers and hot dogs. If you have any questions call 724-941-8910

APRIL 15

SOUTH PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING - 7:00 pm at the Library Fire Hall, located at 6581 Library Road in South Park. The program for the evening is: “Presidential Rhetoric and Visits to Western Pennsylvania”, presented by Scott P. Tkach. Meetings are open to the public at no charge. All members and guests are encouraged and welcome to attend.

APRIL 15

NURSES CLUB MEETING - The Southwestern Pennsylvania Registered Nurses Club will meet at 9:30 am on April 15, at Salvatore's, 5001 Curry Road. Speaker is Michele Prior RN from Allegheny General Hospital. Her topic is "Breast Cancer-A Personal Journey." All registered nurses are welcome. Website:www.swparnclub.weebly.com

APRIL 17

MON VALLEY COIN CLUB MEETING – 7:00PM, Thursday April 17 at VFW Post 1409, 793 E. Main St., Monongahela. Discussion will be on "other things we collect." Public are invited. A 50/50 and children's prizes. Applications for membership accepted. For Additional information, call 724503-8455 or 724-972-8464

APRIL 19

EASTER EGG HUNT - Fort Burd United Presbyterian Church (200 Thornton Road, Brownsville) is having an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Crafts, an egg hunt, the Easter story, and refreshments! Bring a basket to collect eggs. Children from ages 1-10 are welcome. Call to register 724-785-3080.

APRIL 19

EASTER EGG HUNT - Malden Christian Fellowship (343 Old National Pike, Brownsville). Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. The public is invited for food, fellowship, and fun!

APRIL 19

FOOD BANK - Pleasant View

Presbyterian Church (533 Royal Road, Smock) on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.

APRIL 22

MON VALLEY PAWS MEETING -

Tuesday April 22, at 6:00 PM at the Italian Club 112 7th St. in Monessen, Pa. All members and the general public are invited. Anyone interested joining the organization is welcome. For more information call 724-493-8305.

APRIL 22

BLOOD DRIVE - The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the St. Peter’s Church Parish Center (118 Church Street, Brownsville). Appointments can be scheduled at 1-800-733-2767.

APRIL 22

CLOTHES 4 U MINISTRY - First United Methodist Church, 200 State Street, Belle Vernon. Open to the public on Tuesday, April 22 from 9:00AM to 12:00 noon. We do not charge for our clothing. Our ministry is strictly donations in and donations out. If you care to donate, call 724-929-4696.

APRIL 26

FLEA MARKET / BAKE SALEElizabeth Township, Saturday April 26 8:00AM – 1:00PM, at the Central Highlands Community UMC, 100 Timothy Drive Elizabeth Twp. PA 15037. Hot dogs, kielbasa, snacks, soda and FREE coffee. Everyone is Welcome!

APRIL 30

TENASCA GENERERATING STATION - Learn About Your Rights! Join the Environmental Health Project in a discussion of the health impacts and concerns of living near the Tenasca Power Plant. 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Turkeytown Volunteer Fire Dept, 90 Supervisor Drive, West Newton PA. Sponsored by Mountain Watershed Association. For more info call 724455-4200 #10.

Monumental Men: The Memorials of U.S. Presidents West Jefferson Hills Historical Society Presentation

Why visit a U.S. Presidential Memorial? What could it possibly have to offer? It turns out the symbols and stories of Presidential Memorials can tell Americans a great deal about their country and themselves. The memorials of Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Roosevelt are filled with language, architecture, and images that tell the American story.

Join the West Jefferson Hills Historical Society as WJHHS President Deb Morinello presents “Monumental Men: The Memorials of US Presidents” at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 23, in the Community Rooms of the Jefferson Hills Borough Building. Attendees are sure to discover many fascinating and unexpected aspects of Presidential monuments. Both society and community members are invited to attend this free program and participate by sharing their own discoveries about the Presidential monuments they have visited.

Rehoboth Deacons

Crafters And Vendors For Spring Show

A Spring Craft & Vendor Show will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9:30AM to 2:00 PM at Rehoboth Presbyterian Church, located at 442 Rehoboth Rd. in Belle Vernon. Crafters and vendors are needed. Tables are $25 (8 Ft) each. Indoor and outdoor spaces are available. If interested, please contact: Carolyn Clark at carolynclark52@yahoo.com or Colleen Ress at 0209colleenr@gmail.com.

South Arts Pittsburgh Hosting Two-Day Artist Market at The Schoolhouse Arts & History Center

South Arts Pittsburgh is hosting a two-day Artist Market on Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4 from 9:00AM – 2:00PM. It will be held at the Schoolhouse Arts & History Center, 2600 South Park Road, in Bethel Park. This event includes an artists' market with local vendors displaying/selling their artworks throughout the first floor, and South Arts members' artwork for sale in one of the classrooms of the historic schoolhouse. Artwork and photos are framed and ready to hang in your home or given as a thoughtful gift. Please check out the variety of original artwork and photography by local artists. Jewelry, cards and matted prints are also available. Cash, checks or credit cards accepted. Your support of local artists is greatly appreciated. There will be a silent auction where you may bid on artwork. 75% of the money will go to the artist, and 25% will go to the South Arts High School Scholarship Fund. Reginald’s Coffee will be open to purchase coffee/tea while you peruse art. When you visit Reginald’s be sure to check out South Arts members art exhibition in the lobby. Art is available for purchase and ten percent of the sales will go to the Bethel Park Historical Society for their continued improvements to the historic Schoolhouse. Please follow us on Instagram or Facebook (South Arts Pittsburgh) or visit www.southartspittsburgh.org for dates of our next shows this summer and fall. Please direct any questions to Samantha at 412-327-1180 or southartspitt@gmail.com

Church to Hold Monthly Donut

Sale in Monongahela

Saint Andrew the Apostle Parish in Monongahela will hold their monthly Donut Sale in the Parish Park (behind Dierkens Drug Store) on the first Saturdays of April, May and June. (April 5, May 3, and June 7). The sale is from 8:00AM until the donuts are sold out. The public is invited to please stop by and purchase some.

Spring Craft & Vendor Show

In Brentwood

A Spring Craft & Vendor Event is being held on Saturday, April 5 from 9:00AM – 2:00PM at VFW Post 1810, located at 3801 Saw Mill Run Blvd (PA 51), in Brentwood. 30 Crafters & Vendors plus Rowdy BBQ will be on site. In addition, Snacks and Baskets. Free Admission and Open to the Public. Proceeds benefit local area Veterans and local Youth Programs. Sponsored by the American Legion Post 712 Riders.

WJHHS President Deb Morinello

Mount Rushmore

Long Branch Community Grange to Welcome Back Cahal Dunne from County Cork, Ireland

Long Branch Community Grange is happy to welcome back to our stage, Mr. Cahal Dunne from County Cork, Ireland. He will be returning for a CANDLELIGHT CONCERT on April 26, featuring the classic hits of Abba, The Beatles, Billy Joel, Bocelli, Neil Diamond, Andrew Lloyd Webber just to name a few. Of course, he will be doing some Irish Favorites, Treasured Hymns and Patriotic Music

Mr. Cahal Dunne. is a singer, songwriter, pianist, storyteller, author and a man of many coats. He came to the U.S. to visit his sister and fell in love with America and now resides in the Pittsburgh area. He has toured throughout the world and returns to Ireland each year to share his country with his fellow travelers. Prior to the shows there will be a delicious catered dinner served at 6:00PM with the show starting at 7:00PM. The meal will consist of Stuffed Chicken Breast, Stuffed Rolled Beef, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Green Beans, Pasta Alfredo with Roasted Vegetables, Cole Slaw, Cake and Coffee and Iced Tea. The cost for each dinner and show is $40. Doors open at 5:30PM. The Grange is Handicapped accessible and has lots of parking. It is located at 210 Chestnut Street, Coal Center, Pa. 15423. For additional information contact any of the members or call Gary at 724-938-2529 or Amelia at 724-469-2736. No reservations will be accepted after April 19 and none will be available at the door.

Spring Vendor Market in South Park Set for May 3

A Spring Vendor Market is planned for Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 12:00 noon until 5:00PM in the South Park Community Center, located on Brownsville Road in South Park Township. Enjoy South Park area vendors, kids’ art, giveaways, fire engine, food truck and Flash tattoos. Free to the Public. Vendor tables available for only $35. Call the Bethel Park Chamber for more info at 412-595-8361

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church will be holding their third annual Spring Craft and Vendor Show on May 10 from 10:00AM to 3:00PM at the South Park Economics Building located at 2050 Buffalo Drive in South Park. There will be over 40 vendors, raffles, a DJ and multiple food trucks. Proceeds benefit Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. For more information or to become a vendor, contact Jen Puskar at 412-758-8853.

SOUTH PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY NEWS

April Meeting

The South Park Historical Society’s April meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 15, at 7:00 pm at the Library Fire Hall, located at 6581 Library Road in South Park. The program for the evening is: “Presidential Rhetoric and Visits to Western Pennsylvania”, presented by Scott P. Tkach. Meetings are open to the public at no charge. All members and guests are encouraged and welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be provided.

Annual Yard Sale Fundraiser

The Society’s Annual Yard Sale Fund Raiser will be held at the Museum, located at 6425 Pleasant Street in South Park, near the Port Authority Park and Ride parking lot on May 16th and 17th, from 9AM to 3PM. Items can be brought to the Museum on Saturday, May 10th from 12-2PM and Tuesday, May 13th from 6-8PM. This is an important fund raiser for the Society, and we encourage all members to participate, by either donating items for sale, or by visiting the sale to buy some unique treasures for a special cause.

Books For Sale

The Society has two outstanding books for sale at the South Park Township Library at a cost of $20 each. The publications: “Historic Snowden Township-South Park Township” and “History of Allegheny County’s Farm Lands to Park Lands” can be mailed anywhere in the Continental United States for an additional $5.00. If you would like to have a book(s) mailed, please contact Ruth at 412-835-9529 or e-mail her at jimru@verizon.net.

For additional information about the Society, please visit their website at www.southparkhistoricalsociety.com or their Facebook page at facebook.com/southparkhistoricalsociety

The South Park Historical Society Is Welcoming New & Renewed Members! Updated cost per membership is as follows:

• Individual Membership $15

• Family Membership $25

• Student Members $5

Please make the check payable to: South Park Historical Society

P.O. Box 555, South Park, PA 15129

‘Singin’ in the Neighborhood’ Celebrating Pittsburgh’s

Join the South Hills Chorale for a performance of music that honors Pittsburgh’s rich musical heritage. Featuring beloved songs and compositions that celebrate our city’s legacy, this concert is sure to inspire and entertain –honoring Fred Rogers, Henry Mancini, Robert Page, and others.

Musical Legacy

The concert “Singin’ in the Neighborhood’ is being held at Christ United Methodist Church, 44 Highland Avenue in Bethel Park on Friday evening, May 9 at 7:00PM and matinee on Saturday, May 10 at 1:00PM. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online, at the door, or from any Chorale member. For more information, contact Colleen Brennan at brenboys@comcast.net of 412-613-8717. Visit us online at SouthHillsChorale.org.

We are working with SHIM & Christ Church to help those in need. Consider a monetary or nonperishable food item donation.

Galleria to Host Spring Art Show

The Galleria Mall is hosting a ‘Spring Art Show’ Friday, May 9 through Sunday, May 18. The show is located at The Galleria Mt. Lebanon, 1500 Washington Rd, Mt Lebanon, throughout the first floor of the mall. Show hours are Monday through Saturdays, 11:00AM to 6:30PM and Sundays, 12:00 noon to 5:00PM.

Several art leagues including South Arts Pittsburgh, Whitehall, McMurray Art League, Bethel Park Art League, Primary Colors and Photo Section will be participating. Please check out a variety of original artwork and photography by local artists. Artwork and photos are framed and ready to hang in your home or given as a thoughtful holiday gift. Cards and matted prints are also available. Cash, checks or credit cards accepted. Your support of local artists is greatly appreciated. Please direct any questions to Bob Hayes at 412-4964236 or NIKF4@aol.com

City of Monongahela Reminds Residents About Trash Ordinance

The City of Monongahela wants to remind residents about the trash ordinance. The ordinance should be always adhered to.

The City of Monongahela, County of Washington, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Chapter 20, Part I of the City of Monongahela Code of Ordinances of 1995, Solid Waste.

All households, homeowners, commercial, industrial, and institutional establishments, and all other property owners required to use municipal garbage or solid waste collection services shall ensure that all trash is placed for collection within their property boundaries.

All garbage and solid waste collection bins and cans shall be placed for collection no sooner than 6:00 p.m. the day before collection and removed from the collection area no later than 9:00 a.m. the day following collection.

The ‘Great Green Swap’ Planned for May 10 in West Newton

The ‘Great Green Swap’ will be held on Saturday, May 10, from 10:00AM to 1:00PM inside the West Newton Gymnasium. This is a free plant swap, bring some plants and take some plants home. House Plants, vegetables, perennials, herbs. Light lunch items by Mantle House, specialty smoothies by DWNI, baked goods by Jeanette's Creations, Joshua's Gourmet Popcorn.

‘Mark the seed man’, CROWN beverages, Waypoint Youth Group Basket

Raffle, Community Garden, Children’s Activities. The West Newton Gymnasium is located at 113 South 5th St. in West Newton, Pa. For more information call 724-872-7119. To register for this event, email to greenswapwn@yahoo.com

Peters Creek Historical Society Holding Spring Tea

Peters Creek Historical Society is hosting a "Spring Tea" party at 12:00 noon, on Saturday May 3 at the historic Enoch Wright House, 815 Venetia Road, Venetia.

A full afternoon tea menu will include tea sandwiches, scones, sweets and tea. Treat yourself to a lovely afternoon in 19th Century ambiance; wear your fancy hat, sit back, sip your tea over homemade goodies and hear about the history of the Enoch Wright House, a State and National Historic site. Cost is $25 per person. Seating is limited and reservations required. To make a reservation, please call 724-348-6406 and leave a message.

The regular meeting of the Peters Creek Historical Society is Monday, April 28, at 7:30pm at Wrights United Methodist Church, 788 Venetia Road, Venetia. Check out the society's website, peterscreekhistoricalsociety.org for details and information on the society, Enoch Wright House and log cabin.

Mon/Yough Trail Council 2025 Boston Trail Race Set For April 12

The Mon/Yough Trail Council’s (MYTC) 11th annual spring fundraiser – the Boston Trail 1/2 Marathon and 5K Run/Walk – is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2025, rain or shine. Start and finish is at the Boston Access of the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) in Elizabeth Township. Proceeds from the event support the MYTC – an all-volunteer, nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization – and their efforts to maintain a 15-mile section of the GAP in Allegheny County. The course is a flat, crushed limestone surface that parallels the picturesque Youghiogheny River.

The 1/2 Marathon is USATF certified and led by members of the MarathonPacing.com team. Medals are awarded to the top three overall and age group finishers, men and women. An open division will award medals to the top three finishers and includes those who identify as nonbinary or prefer not to select a gender. Finisher medals are given to all participants who complete the 1/2 Marathon. Timing services are provided by Runners High, and results are posted to their website in real time.Participants in the 1/2 Marathon receive a long-sleeved, technical fiber shirt; 5K participants receive a short-sleeved, cotton shirt. (Shirts are available while supplies last). Registrations will be accepted online only through Midnight, April 10. Visit the MYTC website for more information or to register.

Food

Bank Distribution in Brownsville Set for April 16

The St. Vincent de Paul-sponsored food bank will be held on Wednesday, April 16, in the parking lot of the St. Mary’s Social Hall, located at 118 Church St. in Brownsville. The food bank will take place from 11:00AM through 12:00noon. The food will be loaded directly into cars by volunteers and participants are asked to remain in their vehicles. Families must be registered with Fayette County Community Action Agency in order to receive food. Anyone who is not registered and lives in the Brownsville area must complete the required paperwork before receiving their food and those who register on the day of the food bank are not guaranteed a box of food at the site and may have to travel to the food distribution warehouse in Republic. Families wishing to sign up on the distribution day will need to bring photo identification, the date of birth of each person in the household, and verification of address.

25th Anniversary Cookie Table Event in Jefferson Hills

Looking for some special treats to celebrate Easter, a family get together, or the coming of spring this year? If so, you don’t want to miss out on the West Jefferson Hills Historical Society's Cookie Table event on Saturday, April 12, from 12:00 noon - 3:00 P.M. at the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building.

Twenty-five years ago, the West Jefferson Hills Historical Society was formed. As the first of many activities celebrating the organization’s Silver Anniversary this year, a Cookie Table fundraiser will be held. Like the Pittsburgh tradition of Wedding Cookie Tables, all the homemade cookies at this 25th Anniversary Cookie Table are cookie table worthy.

Sweeten your support for the West Jefferson Hills Historical Society! Eighteen different cookie varieties, commonly found at celebration cookie tables, will be offered.

Cookies are sold in bags of 4 for $5 or a dozen for $14. A Sampler box of all eighteen cookies will be available for $20. Sampler and single-flavor dozen boxes must be ordered and pre-paid by April 1 and will not be available for sale on April 12. Fill-your-own dozen boxes and bags of 4 cookies may be purchased on the day of the event. Pre-orders are recommended to ensure availability of your cookie choices.

The Anniversary Cookie Table will be held in the Community Rooms of the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building, 925 Old Clairton Road, Jefferson Hills, PA. Cookie order forms are available at the Jefferson Hills Library, Pleasant Hills Library, at the February and March WJHHS monthly programs or at www.westjeffersonhillshistoricalsociety.org. Orders may be placed online at the website. Cookies must be picked up between 12:00 noon and 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 12 at the Jefferson Hills Borough Building.

Proceeds from the event will help to manage and care for local cultural materials in the WJHHS Archive.

For more information, please call (412) 650-0925 or visit www.westjeffersonhillshistoricalsociety.org.

Donation Helps Defray Costs for K-9 Officer

MOJO’S Wallet animal aid charity is pleased to announce a $3,000 donation to the Washington County Sheriff’s Department. The donation will help with costs associated with the addition of a second K-9 officer. The new K-9, whose name is yet to be announced, has been assigned to handler Cpl. Devin Cameron and will assist with patrols and narcotics tasks.

Mojo’s Wallet would like to thank Live! Casino and Mr. Josh Pollock for their kind consideration for including our charity in giving.

Mojo’s Wallet is a PA 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations of support can be made at Mojoswallet.wixsite.com/mojo

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR WINDOVER

HILLS PRESCHOOL

IN SOUTH PARK

Windover Hills Preschool, located corner of Ridge and Wilson Roads in South Park, is accepting registrations for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Preschool is a traditional school which meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:15AM - 11:45AM for children who turn 4 by August 31. This class emphasizes developing fine and gross motor skills, alphabet recognition, phonics, printing and other preparatory skills for kindergarten. There is also creative play, art, science, music and field trips. There is an optional program with extended hours from 12 Noon until 2 pm. The children will stay for lunch, additional social development and hand-on activities.

The Nursery School program is for children who turn 3 by August 31. Nursery School meets on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:15AM - 11:30AM or 12:30PM - 2:45PM. This class introduces colors, shapes, the alphabet and more through music, play and crafts.

Windover Hills School is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 School Year. Email the school at WindoverHillsSchool@gmail.com for an application, tour or more information. Applications can be dropped off or mailed to Windover Hills School, 6751 Ridge Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Check us out in Facebook.

Mother’s Day Weekend Plant Sale in Bethel Park

Treehaven Garden Club's annual Mother's Day Weekend Plant Sale in Bethel Park will be held on Saturday, May 10, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the South Park Shops, 5209 Library Road on the sidewalk in front of the vacant Rite Aid. It's a great place to shop for Mother's Day gifts. There will be an excellent selection of hanging baskets from Lenik Nursery, many homegrown perennials dug from our yards, herbs and bulbs and small floral gifts that make perfect children's gifts for their mothers and grandmothers.

Trax Farm Market Hosting Easter Craft Class

An Easter Craft Class is being held at Trax Farm on Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13. There will be two sessions daily: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM.

Hop on down to Trax Farm Market for some egg-stra special Easter fun for your child! Your child can create their own Chocolate Bunny Tie Pillow! Trax Farm Market provides your child with the supplies needed to complete the craft, a light snack, and guided directions from a member of our team. Once we're finished with our craft, the Easter Bunny will hop in to say hello and pass out a bonus Easter treat to each child! Parents and/or legal guardians, you are required to be present during the entire two-hour duration of this event. Tickets are available on www.traxfarms.com

Easter Egg Hunts

Annual

Easter

‘Eggstravaganza!’

at Crossroads Ministries in Finleyville

Crossroads Ministries has over 18,000 Easter eggs filled and ready to give away at their annual Easter Eggstravaganza! This FREE family event will be held on Saturday, April 12 at Crossroads Ministries in Finleyville.

Join for a fun adventure, where all kids will play games and win prizes as they journey through true Bible stories! Kids will receive free tickets to try and win an exciting door prize and the many gifts that are raffled off at each event time. The Egg Hunt will begin approximately 45 minutes past the hour.

This event will take place rain or shine! Sign up for one of three time slots at www.crsmin.com. Available time slots will be 11:00AM, 1:00PM, and 3:00PM. Registration is now open.

Crossroads Ministries is located at 81 Walter Long Rd in Finleyville, just south of Trax Farms. For more information, please call 724-348-1620.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Monongahela

The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce is presenting the Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Monongahela, on Saturday, April 12. This family fun event will be held at the Chess Park gazebo in Monongahela starting at 12:00 noon. The Easter Egg hunt is for toddlers to age 8. Treats, games, Raffles and Pictures with the Easter Bunny. Held rain or shine.

Easter Egg Hunt Event in Jefferson Hills on April 12

Get ready for some Easter fun with Jefferson Hills Recreational Initiative and Jefferson Hills Fire-Rescue! An Easter Egg Hunt is happening on April 12 beginning at 1:15PM at Andrew Reilly Park (Rt. 885) in Jefferson Hills. Make sure to bring your basket! There will also be an ice cream truck and children's crafts.

Thomas Presbyterian Church Easter Egg Hunt on April 13

Thomas Presbyterian Church, located at 1068 Linden Road in Eighty-Four, will hold an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday April 13 at 12:00 noon. Bring a basket or a bag and come out for some fun and hunt for eggs. We will serve hamburgers and hot dogs after the egg hunt. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at 724-941-8910

Easter Bunny Breakfast at Ginger Hill Grange

The Ginger Hill Grange is holding an Easter Bunny Breakfast on April 6 from 9:00AM - 11:00AM. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, and sausage. Crafts and games and Gift for the first 50 Kids! Cost for Adults $10 - Kids ages 8 and under $5 (Price day of $12 Adults $7 Kids). Reservations available through ZeffyWalk-ins welcome until sold out. Ginger Hill Grange is located at 3389 Rt. 136 in Finleyville PA. For additional info, call 330-204-9242.

LOCAL FISH FRY’S

Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church

The annual Lenten Fish Fry at the Epiphany Church in Monessen will continue April 4 and April 11. Hours are 11:00AM – 6:00PM, with takeout or dining-in. Good Friday hours are 3:00PM – 6:00PM for take-out only. Our menu can be found on the church web site www.eolparish.com. The Epiphany Church is located at 44 Pennsylvania Ave. in Monessen.

West Newton Moose

The West Newton Moose, 102 S. Water St. in West Newton will hold fish sales from 5:00PM to 8:00PM, all Fridays during Lent. April dates are April 4, April 11 and April 18. Both dine in and take out. Fish dinners of Cod and fish sandwiches, chicken and shrimp, sides of Haluski, French fries, macaroni and cheese, applesauce or Coleslaw. Kids meals available. 724-872-7264

American Legion Post 760

American Legion Post 760, located at 2409 Bethel Church Road in Bethel Park will be holding a Fish Fry every Friday during Lent from 4:00PM7:00PM. TAKE OUT ONLY. CASH ONLY. The menu includes Baked or Fried Fish, Shrimp, Mac n Cheese, French Fries or Potato Chips, Homemade Coleslaw & Haluski, Lobster Bisque Soup. For more information, please check out our website: www.bethelParklegion760.org or call 412-835-9690

District Grant Benefits Joy Riders Program

Karen and Dave Primm of Smithton attended the March 6 meeting of the Belle Vernon Area Rotary Club to accept donated equipment for the Joy Riders program. The bikes used by Joy Riders are duet bikes with a volunteer pedaling in the back and a wheelchair in the front for a disabled rider. The program started in 2018 when Karen and Dave set out to raise $10,000 to purchase one bike. They now have four duet bikes and one manual bike, and the bikes and accessories are stored at Cedar Creek Park. They expressed their sincere appreciation for the four batteries, five helmets and five sets of tires donated to them by the Belle Vernon Rotary through a Rotary District 7305 matching grant. The total of the equipment was $6,755.

Monessen

Community Flea Markets Run Through September

All are invited to the Monessen Community Flea Markets set for the following Saturdays: April 19, May 17, June 21, July 19, August 16 and September 20, from 9:00am to 3:00pm, rain or shine. The flea markets will be held on the corner of Donner Avenue and Fifth Street and is a “bring your own table” event. General set-up is between 7:00am –9:00am on the day of the event. Event registration forms can be downloaded from the City of Monessen’s website: www.cityofmonessen.com and are also available at the City Building, 575 Donner Avenue. All registration forms must be submitted to the City two weeks prior to the event. Vehicles must be moved after unpacking. Contact Karen Cosner, 724396-9592, or e-mail kcosner@cityofmonessen.com for additional information. After shopping, take a walk around Monessen and visit the Greater Monessen Historical Society, the Monessen Public Library, our outstanding restaurants, businesses and our nine (9) beautiful parks.

Karen commented that they have never had new helmets or tires and described the evening as "feeling like Christmas". The organization has very little overhead and when needed, items are purchased through the Veterans Leadership Program of Pittsburgh. Dave said this program is a great way to "give back" and make people smile. An individual ride is generally from West Newton to Cedar Creek and back. However, the rides can be longer or shorter depending on the rider. Rides can be requested by emailing joyriderspa@gmail.com. A caregiver or family member will place the individual in the wheelchair. After being buckled in and helmeted, the ride begins and brings instant "joy," justifying the program's name!

Hoagie Sales to Help Fund Mission Trip for Area Church

The West Newton First Church of God will be holding a Hoagie sale on April 12 and May 10. Proceeds from the sales will help fund their Mission Trip to the Navaho Nation. A 17-inch American Hoagie is just $10. Call in orders at 724-872-7467 to the Church, or to Darlene at 724-872-7427. Hoagie pickup is located at 157 N. Second St. in West Newton, by 11:00AM.

Belle Vernon Area Rotary Club donates $6,755 in equipment to Joy Riders program through a District grant. Pictured above (left to right): Debby Puglia, Secretary and grant writer, Karen Primm and Dave Primm of Joy Riders, and Fred Foster, President.

District X Of The Garden Club Federation Of Pennsylvania Holds Spring Tea

The Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania (GCFP) District X held its Annual Spring Tea on March 12 at the Mon Valley YMCA. This event marked the 25th Anniversary of the Spring Tea. District Director, Martha Alexander made it special choosing the theme “Mad Hatter’s Spring Tea!” The room was decorated with props from an Alice in Wonderland flower show, including garden club members dressed in themed costumes.

District Board Members hosted this event which recognized the National, State, District Board Members, and presidents of the ten clubs in District X. Special guest was GCFP President Leeanna Ryba. There were 88 members in attendance.

Members of Pleasant Hills Garden Club and Mon-Valley Garden Club hosted

Evening Markets in West Newton Kick off in April

The West Newton Evening Markets will take place on the second Thursday's from April through October from 5:00PM to 9:00PM. Confirmed dates are: April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, Aug 14, Sept 11, and Oct 9. The market will be located at 123 N. Water Street in downtown West Newton. Vendor cost per space for one month is just $10. For additional information, call 724-689-4342.

the event. District Director, Martha Alexander presented a program on Pollinator Gardens.

This year’s ‘Trash-to-Treasure’ contest was to showcase the design and construction of a functional revolutionary birdhouse for the garden utilizing recycled, reused or repurposed materials. Marilyn Dellovade of Giant Oaks Garden Club was the 2025 District X winner. The other garden clubs who participated were: Garden Club of Munhall, Great Meadows Garden Club, Pleasant Hills Garden Club, Town & Country Garden Club and Uniontown Flower Club. The first place winning entry will be taken to the 2025 GCFP Convention to be held April 6-8, in King of Prussia, PA, to be judged against the other eleven Districts in the state.

27th Annual ‘Fleatique on the Mon’ – June 7

Artisans, crafters, flea market vendors, antique dealers, and food vendors are needed for the 27th annual ‘Fleatique on the Mon.’ This fabulous event will be held in Chess Park and throughout Monongahela and New Eagle on Saturday, June 7 from 8:00AM until 3:00PM. Crafters and antique dealers will be featured in Chess Park, while flea market vendors and information booths will be on Third Street. Food Vendors are needed at both locations. Application deadline is May 15, 2025 (NO EXCEPTIONS). Booth spaces for antique, craft, and flea market vendors are 15 ft. for $30. Food vendor spaces are 20 ft. and include electricity for $45. This unique event is known as the largest street sale in Southwestern Pennsylvania! Running along a three-mile stretch of Main Street, Route 88, 837, and 136, in Monongahela and New Eagle, businesses, churches, and homeowners participate with yard sales, bazaars, rummage sales, and garage sales. There is free parking and free admission.

The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors this event. For more information, call 724-258-5919 or download an application from www.monongahelaareachamber.org.

District X Presidents - Pictured (L to R): Valley Garden Club – Roxanne Huss; Martha Washington Garden Club – VP -Ruth Hrutkay; Pleasant Hills Garden Club – Tammy Zaccardi; Great Meadows Garden Club – Elaine Swaney; Uniontown Flower Club –Toni L’Hommedieu; Giant Oaks Garden Club – Pat Stanfield; Town & Country Garden Club – Tami Burnworth. Club President’s from Garden Club of Munhall, Green Gardeners and Mon Valley were absent from the photo.

Attendees to the Spring Tea wore themed costumes

Inaugural Seader Leadership Scholarships Awarded

to Three Washington County Students

The inaugural Seader Leadership Scholarship were awarded at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS) Region 8 Meeting held on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Pennsylvania Western University California (formerly California University of Pennsylvania).

The Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS) is a statewide organization of Junior and Senior high school students designed to stimulate and promote interest in science among its members through the development of research projects and investigations.

The Seader Leadership Scholarship was established in 2025 by Joshua Seader B.S., B.A., M.E.D., Dr. Amanda Seader B.S., M.P.H., D.V.M., Leah Seader B.S., B.A., M.B.A., and Sarah Seader B.S., B.S.B.A. All four siblings contribute much of their career success to PJAS. Each Seader sibling achieved 6 Year Perseverance Awards which equates to 24 years of presentations. In addition, several of the Seaders completed two projects throughout high school, earned PSTS Awards, Perfect Scores, Exemplary Awards, and the D.E. Zappa Penn State Award. They have returned to judge PJAS each year as their work schedules have permitted.

Thirteen candidates interviewed for two $500 scholarships. Interviews focused on a student’s leadership, both within their school district as well as their community along with their involvement in PJAS. Based on the high quality of candidates inter-

viewed, the Seader family decided to award three $500 scholarships this year. The three scholarship winners were Allison Ewbank, Connor Bradley, and Luke Amon.

Allison Ewbank is a Senior at Trinity High School. She is currently ranked 1st in her class noting a challenging courseload with several AP and Honors classes; additionally receiving a Certificate of Merit from the Society of Women Engineers. Ewbank is a lifeguard and competed in Tennis and Track & Field. Ewbank has participated in PJAS for 4 years earning several 1st Place Regional and State Awards as well as a Perfect Score and an Exemplary Award in Physics. Her overall interests are STEAM related with a focus on Engineering, Physics, Music, and Research. Some of her leadership experiences include serving on the Washington Community Outreach Advisory Board and as a Student Council Representative. She

Monongahela Area Library Spring Used Book Sale in March

The Monongahela Area Library will be holding a Spring Used Book Sale throughout the entire month of March, beginning March 1 at 10:00AM and running through March 31 at 8:00PM. $2 bag of books, fiction, non-fiction, children's books, old books, many genres. For more information, call the library at 724-258-5409.

also plays violin and performed with the Washington Symphony Orchestra. Ewbank plans to attend Purdue University to pursue a career in Mechanical Engineering to eventually receive a Master’s in Robotics.

Connor Bradley is a Senior at Trinity High School where he excels academically with a challenging courseload including several AP and Honors classes. He plans to pursue a career in Aerospace Engineering thanks to his involvement in PJAS and he has been accepted at several prominent universities. During his interview, Bradley gave full credit to PJAS for helping him determine his future career path, noting he completed a previous Physics PJAS project on rockets, where he received a 1st Place award at the Region 8 Competition. Bradley not only has several jobs he completes throughout the year, but he also has an impressive list of community service and school activities. He is an

active member of Math League, Stats Club, Investment Club, and Youth Group. Most impressively was Bradley’s very high SAT scores, along with his proven leadership as the oldest of his siblings noting he looks after his sisters and brothers while maintaining high academics and a strong involvement in his community.

Luke Amon is a Senior at Bethlehem Center High School. He is currently ranked 1st in his class and serves as the President of the Class of 2025. He is currently taking several college courses through Robert Morris University including Physics and Chemistry. Amon boasts a wide variety of sports accolades including having the most seasons (18) lettered in Bethlehem-Center history. He balances sports with academics and giving back to his community through volunteering through his High School’s National Honors Society and working as a Little League Baseball Umpire. In addition, Amon is Editorin-Chief of his school’s Yearbook, President of Career Club, and Captain of the Beth-Center STEM Teams. Amon was a participant of PJAS for three years and received many 1st place awards both at the Regional and State competitions while also receiving several Perfect scores. He plans to attend Washington & Jefferson (W&J) University to pursue a career in Finance.

Congratulations to Allison Ewbank, Connor Bradley, and Luke Amon for being the first recipients of the Seader Leadership Scholarship.

South Park Theatre Holding Auditions for Upcoming Season

South Park Theater has announced auditions for its 2025 Children's Theater summer season. The Auditions will take place on Saturday, April 12 from 9:00AM – 2:00PM. We are welcoming children ages 6 - 18. For show dates and information, and to sign up for an audition spot, check out the website www.SouthParkTheatre.com. As always, there is no fee to participate in South Park Children's Theatre!

Pictured (from Left to Right): Sarah Seader, Connor Bradley, Allison Ewbank, Luke Amon, and Leah Seader.

Local People News

Canonsburg Native Serves Upon USS Iwo Jima

Pictured at right, Canonsburg native and Gunner's Mate 1st Class Paul Piscioneri (right), and Chief Master-at-Arms Brendan Washock (left), both assigned to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) participate in an M2A1 .50 caliber machine gun live-fire exercise on the ship's troop walkways while underway in the Atlantic Ocean. Iwo Jima is conducting combat systems ship qualification trials that test its readiness at sea during its basic-phase certifications. Iwo Jima is the flagship of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group, a force uniquely positioned to deter aggression; project power through presence abroad; and execute contingency missions with its integrated Marine Corps team in support of U.S. strategic interests. (U.S. Navy photo by

Local Author’s Book Exhibited at the 2025 London Book Fair

Local book author and Bethel Park resident, Alma Gilliam’s book is now being displayed and marketed on the world stage and many other platforms across the country.

Her book, ‘Journey of Faith, Challenges and Courage’ was showcased March 11-13, 2025, at the London Book Fair and it was an inspiration to see the response. The book is now reaching the Christian, Black History and Sports communities. In just the last thirty days, Gilliam’s book has received 10K views, and has a 5-star rating, of which she is grateful for the exposure. In February, a television interview regarding her book was nominated as “Best Program of the year” for Bethel Park Television.

The book is a testimony that chronicles Gilliam’s hardships in life and how she endured the different challenges through God’s love and faithfulness. In this book, she shares her experiences of triumph over racism, loss, and unfathomable pain. It conveys how one’s character can be shaped through life events, whether it be good or bad and believes God’s hand will carry you through life challenges if you choose faith.

Alma is the mother of former NBA player, Armon “Hammer” Gilliam. Alma gives God the glory for the success of her book because it exceeded her expectations. Her book is available on Amazon.

Urbanowicz Recognized for Sales Success

Thirty Years

Running

Pictured (Left to Right) are First Catholic Slovak Ladies Assn. National Sales Manager Paul Smithers, Dorothy Urbanowicz and National CEO Michael Agan. Urbanowicz was presented the award for most recommender sales throughout the United States in 2024. She has received this prestigious award every year for the past thirty years.

By John Dekhane

INSEPARABLE

Twin Brothers from Belle Vernon Made the Ultimate Sacrifice During World War II.

The heartbreaking story of PFC Glenn E. Lowry and PFC Jack N. Lowry, twin brothers from Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania, is one of devotion, sacrifice, and an unbreakable bond. They shared more than just a birthday—they shared a connection so deep that not even war could sever it. Their journey from a small town in Pennsylvania to the fateful waters of the English Channel is a testament to the courage and selflessness of a generation that gave everything in the name of freedom.

Born on April 15, 1924, Glenn and Jack Lowry were raised in a close-knit community, where their inseparable bond and kindhearted nature made them beloved sons, loyal friends, and considerate young men. At Rostraver High School, they were loved by their classmates and respected by their teachers, who admired their warmth, generosity, and the way they always looked out for others. Their easy smiles and unwavering support for those around them left a lasting impression on everyone who knew them.

As war raged across the world, Glenn and Jack felt a deep sense of duty to serve their beloved country. They believed in defending the values they had grown up with—freedom, honor, and the love of their home and family. Driven by that conviction, they enlisted in the U.S. Army and were assigned to the 262nd Regiment, 66th "Black Panther" Infantry Division. As they crossed the Atlantic, they knew they were about to enter the unknown, but they faced this uncertainty side by side, knowing that they would always be there for each other.

On December 24, 1944, the twin brothers found themselves aboard the SS Léopoldville, a troopship set to carry them from Southampton, England, to Cherbourg, France. The Léopoldville had been tasked with transporting American troops to the continent as part of the ongoing efforts to defeat the forces of evil. It was Christmas Eve, a night meant for warmth, family, and the comfort of home. Instead, it became a night of tragedy.

At exactly 5:54 p.m., just five miles from the French coast, a German U-boat fired a torpedo, striking the ship with devastating force. Chaos erupted as soldiers struggled to escape the vessel, which sank by the stern. The attack was catastrophic. Of the 2,235 American servicemen aboard, approximately 515 were killed instantly, and many others perished in the frigid waters of the English Channel. Among them were PFC Glenn E. Lowry and PFC Jack N. Lowry, who were just 20 years old at the time. Their bodies were never recovered, leaving their parents to endure the unimaginable grief of losing not one but both of their sons—without a grave to visit or the chance to say goodbye.

Their father, John Evans Lowry, passed away on December 9, 1949, never fully recovering from the loss of his sons. Their mother, Dorothy, lived for decades with their memory, passing away on April 13, 1996.

Today, Glenn and Jack's names are inscribed on the Tablets of the Missing at the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, France, serving as a

poignant tribute to their sacrifice. At Rehoboth Cemetery in Rostraver Township, two memorial markers stand beside their parents' graves, ensuring that, though their lives were claimed by the sea, their memory is anchored at home. Both Glenn and Jack were posthumously awarded the Purple Heart. Glenn and Jack never had the chance to fulfill their dreams, never saw the peace they fought for. But their sacrifice was not in vain. They were part of a generation that understood the true cost of freedom—young men who gave everything so that others might live without fear. Their story is not just one of loss but of love—the love of two brothers who stood together until the very end. Every soldier lost in war is a reminder of the price paid for liberty, but the story of the Lowry twins carries a special weight. They entered the world together, walked through life side by side, and, in the end, left it as one. Their inseparable bond, their bravery, and their sacrifice remain an enduring testament to the unbreakable power of brotherhood. Though their lives were cut short, their memory lives on—forever woven into the fabric of history.

PFC Glenn E. Lowry

PFC Jack N. Lowry

Glenn and Jack Lowry, twin brothers from Belle Vernon, died for their country during WWII.

Memorial markers for Glenn and Jack Lowry are located in Rehoboth Cemetery in Rostraver Township

Business & Merchant News

Penn Highlands Healthcare Announces New Regional Market President – Southwest Region

Penn Highlands Healthcare is pleased to announce that Josh LaFleur, MBA, is the new Regional Market President -Southwest Region which includes Penn Highlands Connellsville and Penn Highlands Mon Valley.

Josh joined Penn Highlands Healthcare in 2023 as the Vice President of Operations at Penn Highlands Clearfield. In that position, he was responsible for overseeing daily operations at the hospital as well as implementing strategies for growth.

Josh brings extensive experience in administration, organizational management, patient care and patient satisfaction to the position. Prior to joining Penn Highlands Healthcare, he held healthcare management positions at Ochsner Health, Baptist Campus, in New Orleans, La. While at the 195-bed

Whistle

hospital, his responsibilities progressed from Director of Imaging Services to Director of Clinical Operations. He began his healthcare career in Radiology management at medical centers in Louisiana and Colorado.

Josh received his Master of Business Administration degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, La. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology from the University of Arkansas for the Medical Science in Little Rock, Ar. and a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, La.

Josh is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, American Healthcare Radiology Administrators and Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging.

Stop Antique Mall Opens in New Eagle

In early February 2025, the Whistle Stop Antique Mall opened in New Eagle. Located in a former hearing aid factory and situated 20 minutes south of Pittsburgh at the crossroads of Routes 88 and 837. This new emporium of antiques and collectibles houses 45 + dealer booths that cater to collectors of classic to contemporary. Shoppers can enjoy roaming two floors packed with curiosities and enjoy a complimentary beverage and snack near our checkout counter.

“I’ve always had a passion for antiques, and this is a dream come true,” said Bella Vizzuett, owner of the Whistle Stop. “This project has been two years in the making and I’m so excited to introduce some of the finest dealers in Southwest Pennsylvania. I was very selective about dealers to ensure that we have a diverse mix of merchandise that appeals to every collector.”

In addition to indoor shopping, Whistlestop will also be hosting an outdoor flea market on weekends during the spring and summer months that will feature over 50 dealers offering vintage furniture, objects and decorative pieces.

Whistle Stop Antique Mall is located at 205 Main Street in New Eagle. They are open Wednesday - Sunday from 10:00AM – 6:00PM. Visit their website for additional information at www.whistlestopantiquemall.com.

Josh LaFleur

Local Worship

‘Polka Mass’ Held in Liberty Boro

Saints Joachim and Anne Catholic Parish- Elizabeth/Glassport/Liberty Boro celebrated a ‘Polka Mass’ and Dinner on March 1 at the St. Eugene Campus in Liberty Boro. Music was provided by Mikey D and the food was catered by the R- Place Restaurant in Elizabeth. There were gift baskets, raffles and over a hundred people attended the fun event.

BAMA Program Collecting PopTarts and Ravioli for Elementary School Students in Need

The Brownsville Area Ministerial Association (BAMA) "Food For Falcons" food program is collecting Pop-Tarts and ravioli bowls during the months of March and April. There will be a donation area in each participating BAMA church and at the end of the collection period the items will be gathered and taken to the Brownsville First Christian Church to be packed and sent home with selected elementary school students.

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A Health Checklist For Your Home's HVAC System

(BPT) - If you're like most people, you spend up to 90% of your life indoors. That means you are constantly affected by indoor air qualityincluding the air in your home. While you may not give much thought to the various parts that make up a home's HVAC system, each component plays a critical role in enhancing your comfort. Some components are not immediately obvious. For example, an insufficient amount of attic insulation or holes and leaks in attic ductwork can adversely affect your home's air quality and energy efficiency

When a home isn't being optimally heated or cooled, homeowners often blame the heating and cooling equipment. But other parts of the HVAC system may be the root cause of reduced comfort or higher utility bills. It is important to go "beyond the box" and assess the condition and operation of various components that can contribute to an issue.

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Seller

Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

Fred Paul Polesky Jr. Kaden and Mieczyslaw Gniadek 210 Lincoln Ave.

Gary Parola Christopher Allen Pohill Jr. 103 Smith St.

BETHEL PARK

Samuel Gregg Brent and Lisa Sirera 2718 Bertha St.

Estate of Robert Ursin Evan Sloan 1035 Clifton Road

Thomas Prezel Nicholas Castagnaro and Nicole Folino 1003 Cork Drive

$20,000.

$58,380.

$165,000.

$271,000.

$423,007.

Estate of Steven Boyan Zachary and Ellen Kane 948 Fairoaks St. $234,400.

Christopher Neely Alberto Orozco Ramirez and Edith Elias Hernandez 5536 Florida Ave.

Elliot Krupa Brett and Gina Duffy 689 Fruitwood Drive

Geoffrey Groves trustee Arthur William Ott 232 Graeser Ave.

Patrick Jones Jamie Frentz and Brandon Patello 1509 Holly Hill Drive

Paul Gaudelli PLP Properties LLC 2991 Industrial Blvd.

Daniel Rowsick Jr. Dustin Buys Houses LLC 2506 Lytle Road

Dustin Buys Houses LLC Macin and Jillian Paige Watson 2506 Lytle Road

Estate of Angela Kennedy Complete Properties LLC 4336 Overhill St.

Ian Moore Dellon Githagui Karuga and Sara Roberto 180 Rolling Road

Ella May Given trustee Joseph and Meghan Walther 5675 Scenic View Drive

Estate of Thomas Purcell Frederick Dascenzo and Rachel Douds 314 Sunset Drive

Alexander Henry Emily Evans

Marc Brdar trustee Patricia Lauther 369 Allandale Drive

Dean Hodgdon Michael and Belinda McGuire 208 Broughton Road

Estate of Martin Burke Matthew Harkins and Hanna Berry 2954 Eastview Road

OAP Ventures LLC Michael Peiritsh and Mary Jackson 5428 Elm St.

Estate of David Remsberg Abdul Wodod and Tamanna Amini 680 Galway Drive

Aaron Wilson Federal National Mortgage Assn. 3012 Greenwald Road

Estate of Dominic R. Papalia Jr.Benjamin and Elaina Webb 5764 Happy Hills Drive

Estate of Eugene Selco Dragan Lazic 5682 Janet Drive

Natalie Shiff Bradley Shiff

6165 Library Road

Samantha Kane Fredrick Richard Smith 3500 Marge Drive

William Young William and Alyssa Fife 2651 Bethel Crest Drive

Estate of Ralph Graeser Gregory and Carrie Gault 6000 Irishtown Road

Nathan Andrew Wright Nathan Brady and Mackenzie Neis 134 Meadowbrook Drive

Michael Wash Leonard and Kimberly Kapriyelov 5348 Park Ave.

Estate of Henry Zane Kirk Beth Ann Sapienza 2767 W Munroe St.

Delores Kirchner Lance Del Mastro 349 Allandale Drive

$240,000.

$243,112.

$180,000.

$400,000.

$560,000.

$182,500.

$235,000.

$105,000.

$255,000.

$342,000.

$163,334.

$300,000.

$230,000.

$230,000.

$346,913. by sheriff's deed.

$635,764.

$268,000.

$60,000.

$270,000.

$369,000.

$290,000.

$285,000.

$338,900.

$273,000.

$320,000.

Estate of David Page Di Mao 3303 Appel Road $343,500.

Estate of Jason Anderson John Crowley 3499 Ashland Drive

Erika Jean Bogden Coast 2 Coast Home Buyers LLC 5991 Dublin Road

Roberta Klein 411 Glenrock LLC 411 Glenrock Drive

Arielle Battista trustee Shawn Abram Jr. and Delila Abram 4611 Hamilton Road

Richard Cooley Tatsiana Atroshkina and Mikhail Huseu 5927 Murray Ave.

Steven Romary Dhanapati Dhaurali and Sabina Mainali 1178 Snee Drive

Mindy Coccari Columbus Janie Christner 1511 Timberidge Drive

Beth Belasco Eric Freund 1808 Timberidge Drive

BRENTWOOD

Gordon Josephe Tujague Thaddeus J. Zukowski and Dana D. Newman 2917 Brevard Ave.

Michael Silvio Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 115 Catskill Ave.

Nicole Habets Yagoub Toto and Lobna Kodi 223 Catskill Ave.

Estate of Kenneth Krocker RM US Real Estate LLC 3008 Hazelhurst Ave.

Andrew Klenk Julian Marmo and Gabriella Sciarrino 116 Heathmore St.

Loralie Koerbel Angelique Harperez 3420 Kaufman Ave.

Charles Ferrell III Lonna Wilson 4020 Brownsville Road

Estate of Edward Puskar US Bank Trust NA Tr 3032 Churchview Ave.

Mark Craven John and Judith Dominici 3808 Dalewood St.

MOJO Properties LLC Orlando M. Morales and Isabel Morales Pa 2731 Pyramid Ave.

Estate of Joseph Deboth Lucas Lavella and Leah Bluebaugh 323 Radisson Road

Fed. Home Loan Mtg Corp. Tr All Money In Investing LLC

Margaret Dower Arnold Double Action Invests LLC

Mary Ann Adamik Nassim Merabet

Unknown Address

47 Bellanca Ave.

4037 Cloverlea St.

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Assessing your home's heating and cooling system

Beyond the obvious signs - a home that is persistently too hot or too cold - what are some signs that your home's HVAC system may not be delivering its full value? Here are seven questions to consider:

• Have you noticed a musty smell or an increase in allergy symptoms?

• Have you noticed mold or mildew around the vents?

• Is there more dust in your home?

• Does your HVAC system seem to be cycling frequently?

• Are there hot or cold spots throughout your home?

• Can you see any damage to visible ductwork?

• Have you experienced an unusual spike in your home's energy bills?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, your ductwork may need attention. To help protect your indoor environment is to schedule an HVAC System Health Check. A check performed by an Owens Corning Air Care® professional will evaluate 11 key factors. The checklist will provide information to help you properly maintain your home's air system.

A ductwork checklist

$350,000.

$165,000.

$175,000.

$249,900.

$278,500.

$539,000.

$181,000.

$215,000.

$170,000.

$100,000. by sheriff's deed.

$244,900.

$71,000.

$216,000.

$177,000.

$282,000.

$50,000. by sheriff's deed.

$143,225.

$169,900.

$195,323.

$90,000.

$23,500. by sheriff's deed.

$34,000. by sheriff's deed.

The HVAC System Health Check brings a "whole home" approach to caring for your home's indoor air. It includes 11 checkpoints that allow the technician to evaluate your HVAC system - including the ductwork - to determine how well it is functioning and whether attention is needed to any of its components.

These are the 11 measures in the HVAC System Health Check and what the contractor will look for:

• System Design - Properly sized ducts and adequate number of returns

• Exterior Duct Condition - No holes, sagging or other damage

• Interior Duct Condition - Free from excess dust, mold and other particulates

• Duct Insulation - Not torn or damaged. Properly installed and sealed.

• Sealing Around Joints - Properly sealed to help prevent leakage

• Indoor Air Quality - Ducts properly sealed to avoid pulling in contami-

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nants from unconditioned spaces

• Attic Insulation - Helps avoid overworking the HVAC system

• AC and Furnace Units - Installed and maintained properly, operating efficiently

• Air Filter - Properly sized and replaced on a schedule

• Output Efficiency - Actual airflow matches capacity of unit

• Thermostat - Suits household living patterns

Having an Owens Corning AirCare® professional conduct an HVAC System Health Check may uncover issues that could be affecting your home's air quality and energy costs. Owens Corning AirCare® contractors take a whole home approach to understanding how your home's HVAC system components - like ductwork and attic insulation - work as part of the air distribution system, helping them to care for your home environment. To find an AirCare® professional, visit https://www.owenscorning.com/en-us/insulation/findhvac-contractor.

JEFFERSON HILLS

Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

MSD Deer Hollow LLC NVR Inc.

Carmen Sporio Kevon Joseph Rankin

Ram Kadarya Puspa Kardariya and Sabitra Kadairya

Okorie Uchendu Joseph and Samantha Pierre

Ryan Galiotto Sean Thearle

John Michael Yogan SYDS LLC

Robert Laskovics Jr. Mayne Properties LLC

NVR Inc. Edward Horan

MONESSEN

Gena DiSimoni Johnson T & T Realty Group LLC

Federal Nat Mortgage Assn. Hallie Miller and Isaac Evans

Federal Nat. Mortgage Assn. Elyse Droppa and Robert Sowers Jr.

Sheila Kopena Tandia Graves

Estate of Maria Dolessandro Ninotte Etienne and Modelet Dieudonne

Lauren Krepps Emily Morgan Drake 1555 Mellon Ave. $222,000.

Kathy Dye Robert Cain 1061 Graham

Debra Frantz Bart's Service Center Enterprise LLC 1600 Grand Blvd. $135,000.

Isanthes LLC Silver Knight Investments LLC 410 Pearl

Digi Solutions LLC US Eagle LLC

Jacqueline Poythress Apex Holdings LLC

Jacqueline Poythress Swift Haul LLC

Daniel Rock Triple 8 Holdings LLC

MONONGAHELA

Adriane Lewis Howell J & B Properties & Development LLC

NCRC Hsg. Rehab Fund LLC Powell Investments LLC 531 Alexander St.

Trellis Ventures LLC Angelos 2 Inc.

Thomas Churchill Tyler and Jennifer Hoberman

Kelly Lynn Shelton Harrison Paul Bavaro 304 Vine St. $80,000.

Estate of George Henson Cascade Funding Mortgage Tr HB13

Barbara Gigliotti trustee Paul Snyder and Laurie MacBeth 727 Stockdale Ave.

Carlie Dudich Swann Namtrab RE Holdings LLC 448 Wisconsin St.

Estate of Linda Mizwa Freedom Mortgage Corp. 614 E Main St.

Ardent Property LLC Thomas Wayne and Melissa Dimhoff 400 Oak St.

Van Voorhis Development LLC Heather Crapp

530 Park Ave.

Jeffrey Skorvan Brandon Ryan 631 Shelby St.

NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIP

NVR Inc. David Heisey

321 Dana Drive

NVR Inc. Dean Joseph and Linda Lee Falcione 326 Dana Drive

NVR Inc. Jason Paul Sedlemeyer and Joanne Marilyn Pompa 340 Dana Drive

NVR Inc. John and Karen Mamie

US Bank Trust NA trustee Aaron Gmuca

Antonio Giacomo Ciotti Bradley and Nancy Jean Haas

NVR Inc. Teddy Lee and Tammie Jo Knox

372 Dana Drive

1153 Venetia Road

12 W Hillcrest Road

325 Dana Drive

$250,000.

$6,000.

$14,700. by sheriff's deed.

$280,000.

$26,500.

$99,000.

$468,160.

$533,195.

$389,370.

$421,345.

$105,000.

$360,200.

Storage Stunners for Every Room of Your Home

(NewsUSA) - Trying to be better organized and looking to overcome your storage dilemma with more than a dull metal rack or a makeshift cubby? Take your cue from these design pros. Starting at the Entryway

A well-designed mudroom can be warm, welcoming, and functional. Ian Faight of the Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association, suggests using cypress - www.CypressInfo.org, . “Cypress is a beautiful wood, perfect for cabinets and cubbies, flooring, paneling, and ceilings,” he explains. “And it’s a durable material.”

Cypress in the Kitchen

At the heart of it all, and integral to any practical kitchen layout, is the island. “Homeowners are looking for functional design with as much storage space as possible,” says Ellie Schroder from Maison de Reve Buildings, Abita Springs, Louisiana. “If you have modern, painted cabinets, set off the island in a complementary color and a textured wood like pecky cypress, so that the island is like a piece of fine furniture that’s different from the rest of the kitchen.”

In the Bedroom

Closets and dressers are great for keeping clothes out of sight, but they don’t offer much storage. Woodworker Julie Philippus from Mandeville, Louisiana, suggests building into the walls for rooms lacking storage. “Builtins can be an inexpensive way to add

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extra storage and a custom look to bedrooms—or any rooms—that are short on space,” she says. “To dress up basic shelving, I like adding pecky cypress backboards.”

For the (Home) Spa

Whether outfitting a guest bath—or splurging on your master—creating a luxurious, spa-like sanctuary involves more than fancy faucets and fixtures! Enhance your space with a custom vanity that provides aesthetic warmth, as well as plenty of storage. “Vanities serve a utilitarian purpose,” says woodworker Jason Straw of Gainesville, Florida. “But a custom, modern vanity crafted from real wood is similar to art. When relaxing in the tub, you can sit back and enjoy its presence.”

And no worries about crafting cabinetry for wet zones. “It’s not only beautiful,” Straw says, “the cypressene oil found in its heartwood naturally protects it from water damage and mildew.”

Look to cypress for creating functional and beautiful storage stunners. Visit www.CypressInfo.org to see how.

Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

Robert Clements Frank and Mari Park 254 King Richard Drive

Kinsale Land Partners LLC Matthew and Allyson Olson 308 Piedmont Drive

339 Justabout Land Co. LLC Robert and Cynthia Loebig

Jason Tapolci Patrick Winterhalter and Christina DiMarco 106 Westbury Drive

Estate of Martha L. Hannah Kimbel and Donna Clackson

Entech Pemberley Manor LLC Maronda Homes LLC

$559,900.

$225,000.

$295,000.

$599,900.

$1,200,000.

$123,800.

Maronda Homes LLC Rustic Red Barn LLC 300 Darcy Ct $569,990.

John Fedorka III James Ickes Jr. and Joyce Ickes 114 Mallard Ln

Robert Macosko Justin and Jessica Ross

WSL Peters Prop. Owner LLC 415 Valley Brook Road PropCo LLC

Bill Collins Joshua and Natalie Koontz

James Gaynor Jacob Thomas and Emily Mayhew

Benjamin Mayak William Hough

Estate of Wanda Gay Allsopp TKO Custom Building Inc.

HPA Borrower 2019-2 LLC Patrick Martin

Bower Hill Road

$693,313.

$300,000.

$485,000.

$265,000.

Cathy Buzard Benjamin and Emily Immel 130 Demmel Drive $335,000.

Paula Marie Teris Babac Dave and Heather Mitchell

Aaron Yonash Robert Laigaie

James Childers Virginia Cecconi

Edward Hancock III Jonathan Carr Malatzky and Laura Magnelli

Marilyn Wylie Muthiah Arunachalam and Geetha Muthiah

Kousa Ln

Mallard Ln $665,000.

Jennifer Devine Donna Fultineer 319 Village Green Drive $475,000.

Kinsale Land Partners LLC Quinten and Jamie M Stein O'Dea 106 Vista Drive

Jonathan Burrell Andrew James and Brianna Helen Grech

PLEASANT HILLS

Michael Dischner Jr. Cole Edward and Sara Jean Johnson 128 Audrey Drive $240,000.

Mark Rickard Cara Rickard and Robyn Hobson

Rita Westerbeck Sean and Emily Livingston 168 Delano Drive $230,000.

David Lewis Gregory Rowland Lewis 575 Old Clairton Road $325,000.

NVR Inc. John Ralph and Susan Szentpetery Nasci 121 Pleasant Grove Ct $536,115.

Nancy Rea Cusumano Property Group LLC Route 51 $7,500.

Sait Gurer William and Nancy Ihrig 397 Cavan Drive

Emily Baum Holzer William and Camille Strahl 101 Dutch Ln

Cody Earnest Ryan George Michael Hopchak 202 Lynn Drive

Willard Rockwell Nicholas Ackerman and Mia Dibello 362 McClellan Drive

NVR Inc. Harry and Brian Ingram 124 Pleasant Grove Ct

Scooby X2 LLC NVR Inc. 133 Pleasant Grove Ct

Melissa Schwartz Papinchak Michael and Grace Kishlar 347 Yarrow Ln

$70,000.

$389,000.

$220,000.

$257,500.

$457,960.

$102,000.

$272,000. Joseph Persichetti Tyler Karman and Hannah Fechtel

131 Sunrise Drive

$245,000. Nicholas Loris Patrick Joseph Reilly et al. and Alaina Telehraphi 258 Crestview Drive

ROSTRAVER

Barbara Ann Hula Karen Lessman and Paul Berggren 708 Collinsburg Road

$264,900.

$125,000. Belle Vernon Lodging Ventures LLC Mahadevji LLC 189 Finley Road $5,112,500.

Entech LLC Maronda Homes LLC Gardenia Drive

Nicholas Mann trustee Stanley and Mariann Posey Badock 1036 Rostraver Road

$69,275.

$226,300. Township Of Rostraver Joseph Shrader

Somers St.

$1,600. Estate of Sandra Lindauer Radek

Ronald Bedner 414 Somers St. $47,400.

Andrea L.P. Gregory Dixon

Morningstar Drive

$27,500. Guy Leroy Corinthian Capital Funding LLC

Rachel Jordan Dana Wright

RWS Land Co. Inc. Fred and Susan Jordan

NHSLandAL LLC Maronda Homes LLC

Madison Avenue Investments LLC

330 Rostraver Road

629 Vernon Drive

116 Salem Road

Dahlia Drive

$55,000.

$225,000.

$425,000.

$80,000.

Valley Property Partners LLC 119 Main St. 1109 $41,000.

Central Penn Capital Management LLC

$187,000.

RWS Land Co. Inc. Edward and Kathleen Mendola Salem Road

SPEERS

David Fidanzato II William Che 131 Schaffer Ave.

$75,000.

$129,900.

This month’s RealSTATs transactions for the following communities can be found on our website: Carroll Township Charleroi Clairton Donora Dunlevy Elizabeth Borough Fallowfield Township Elizabeth Township Finleyville Forward Township New Eagle North Belle Vernon North Charleroi South Park Union Township Whitehall

School News...School News

Canon-McMillan School District Earns ‘Great Pennsylvania School’ Designation

Canon-McMillan School District was recently designated a Great Pennsylvania School (GPS). The GPS designation recognizes Pennsylvania public schools that provide students access to rigorous programming, are community-centric, demonstrate financial well-being and display resilience.

“This Great Pennsylvania School designation is a testament not only to the hard work of Canon-McMillan School District’s educators, administrators and staff but also speaks to how special this community truly is,” said Dr. Greg Taranto, Superintendent of the Canon-McMillan School District. “We are proud to see a prestigious organization recognize our community's vibrant nature and dedication to educating the whole child.”

To receive this designation, districts must meet the criteria established in each of the four categories. Districts that provide students with academically rigorous programming must confirm that 100% of their teachers are certified and that students have access to career and technical education, gifted education, advanced placement or international baccalaureate courses.

To demonstrate its position as the community's centerpiece, a district must exemplify innovation in school programming, regularly celebrate students' and

staff's successes and provide academic and extracurricular offerings that benefit students.

The final criteria – resilience and fiscal health – measure a district’s planning efforts that ultimately lead to successful academic programming. To meet the resilience criteria, a district must implement an emergency preparedness plan and provide mental health support to students.

A district meets the financially healthy criteria by having an elected or independent auditor conduct a financial audit annually, making the final district budget available for public review prior to adoption, and following School Code requirements for bids and quotations when purchasing goods and services.

In addition to the GPS designation and success stories from schools across the state, the campaign website also houses information about the role and responsibilities of a school board, how to run for a position on a local school board and a collective vision for the future of public education in Pennsylvania.

The Canon-McMillan School District community is encouraged to visit cmsd.k12.pa.us to learn more about the great things happening in their schools.

English as a Second Language Program Finds Successes Amidst Growth at West Mifflin Area School District

The West Mifflin Area School District (WMASD) is no different than school districts across the nation that have experienced a significant rise in the number of ESL/ELL (English as a Second Language) students over the past 5-6 years. What does differentiate WMASD from some others, though, is how the district has adapted and grown its ESL program into the success it has become.

Stacee Rutherford became the district’s lead ESL educator six years ago and directs the ESL programming. When Rutherford moved into the role, she said there were 20-25 ESL students and two teachers. Today there are 122 ESL students and three teachers - Maranda Kotchman is the ESL teacher at the elementary level and Kennedy Figas teaches at the middle school.

“There’s definitely been a growth spurt over the past three years in particular,” Rutherford said. “People are moving into West Mifflin because they have family here or nearby. Most of new students have been high school students.”

More than 70 of West Mifflin Area’s 122 ESL students are enrolled at the high school. The students have matriculated to the district from across the globe, including: Afghanistan, Bhutan, France, Guatemala, Honduras, Jordan, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Russia, Somalia, Syria and Turkey.

Rutherford said the primary challenge in working with the ESL students is their lack of English basics, but they are eager to learn. Students can use translators or translating ear buds as well Google translate or the Translive app to assist in learning English and breaking down the language barriers.

“Some of the students have never been in a classroom before,” Rutherford stated. “Some of them don’t know how to hold a pencil or pen and all the traditions and routines that are part of a typical school day when they first get to us. But, we have seen growth academically and so much progress. They ask, ‘what do I need to do?’ They want approval and want to learn. “

Most of the district’s ESL students will have 60-90 minutes of daily classroom ESL work, which includes one period of ESL English and 1-2 periods of ESL support.

“During the support periods we will review schoolwork and grades with the students, help them with interviewing skills, talk about graduation, caps and gowns, a wide range of things,” Rutherford stated.

The high school added an ESL History class this year and plans to add an ESL Mathematics course next year. Rutherford is hopeful an ESL Science class is on the near horizon as well. “Most of the students haven’t used a calculator, studied multiplication and division (when starting at WM),” Rutherford said of the need for an ESL Math course.

Mujeeb Ayubi is a 10th grade student and is in his second year in the district’s ESL program. Born in Mazar, Afghanistan, Mujeeb and his family moved to Pittsburgh in 2022 and then to West Mifflin prior to the 2023-24 school year. He has an older sister, Marhaba, who also is a West Mifflin student and part of the ESL program.

Mujeeb is in his second year taking ESL English and he’s also enrolled in Chemistry, Materials Science and World History. He didn’t know any English prior to moving to the United States but his parents did.

“I like to be here, in this class,” Mujeeb said of the support period for ESL students. “I can get help with my classes; we all help each other. Mrs. R (Rutherford) is the nicest teacher I’ve ever had. Everyone is nice to me.”

Mujeeb said he and the ESL students help each other with schoolwork. Outside of school, they will get together to play video games or soccer or have

snowball fights. Mujeeb was a member of the West Mifflin boys soccer team as a freshman. Some of the ESL students observed Ramadan, which began the evening of February 28 and ended on March 29. Mujeeb was among the ESL students who put together a Ramadan display which is in the main lobby of the high school. Rutherford said that many of the ESL students desire to attend college. “We encourage them to be sure to look at CCAC,” she said. “The students are interested in medicine, possibly being a nurse, as well as automotive technology. I’ve found that they want to help people.” Since becoming part of the West Mifflin Area community, Mujeeb has his sights set on enrolling at the Steel Center for Career and Technical Education next year and his career path. “I plan to go to Steel Center to become a mechanic and then open my own business to work on cars,” he stated.

An important member of the district’s ESL team is Dipen Chhetri, who works in Allegheny County’s Office of Children Youth and Families. Chhetri has a vital role in helping navigate the language barrier and working with the families of the ESL students. He makes home visits and helps bridge the gap with parents and other family members to make sure they are aware of available resources, including ESL programs for adults, Literacy Pittsburgh, Steel Center, SHIM and RISE. Dipen also assists family members with job searches.

“The parents rely on their students and their siblings for information and sometimes the students may not communicate everything they should be about school, so I help fill in the gaps,” Chhetri said. “We also have some ESL students who are enrolled in the district’s Cyber Academy and I’ll visit with students and parents about trying to have them attend classes in-person rather than online.”

“Connecting (ESL) families with resources is a very important part of what we do,” Rutherford commented. “’What are their needs?’ We will have listening, Q&A sessions (one was held at Clara Barton Elementary in February). We’re trying to help the students understand school expectations and educate them for the future.

“Our administration and staff have been very helpful and accommodating for the students and the growth of the ESL population in the district,” she added. “We’re on the same page – we want them to be successful. We’ve created appropriate classes and are always trying to make the program better.”

West Mifflin Area High School 10th grade student Mujeeb Ayubi moved to the United States from Afghanistan in 2022.

Lead ESL teacher Stacee Rutherford (center) with a few of the students in the ESL Program

ASK EXPERTS the ASK EXPERTS

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Q: When do I need cataract surgery? What are my options if I do?

A: A cataract is the clouding of the natural lens within the eye. Virtually all of us will get cataracts as we age. Cataract formation is usually a gradual process and vision changes can be subtle. Common symptoms include blurred or dim vision, sensitivity to light with glare, seeing halos, difficulty with night vision, and needing brighter light for reading. Often, the prescription of your glasses changes frequently, with diminishing improvements with each change.

By Aaron S. Wang, M.D. Ophthalmologist Glaucoma-Cataract Consultants, Inc

Ophthalmologists recommend a comprehensive eye exam to have your visual acuity measured and your eyes (pupils) dilated. A special microscope called a slit lamp is utilized to view and grade your cataract. You will be evaluated for other eye diseases, such as glaucoma or macular degeneration as well.

The decision to proceed with cataract surgery is based on how much the cataract interferes with your vision and daily activities. There is usually no rush, but the surgery can become more urgent if, for example, you fail to have adequate vision for driving.

Fortunately, cataract surgery is one of the safest and most effective procedures. Typically, it is an outpatient procedure done under light intravenous (IV) sedation. Through microscopic incisions, your cloudy natural lens is emulsified; with ultrasonic energy and is replaced with a clear artificial lens. This artificial lens is called an intraocular lens (IOL). Your vision should significantly improve over the next few days as long as you use your prescribed post-surgical eye drops.

There are different surgical options, including upgrades that can be associated with out-of-pocket expenses. Standard cataract surgery with a basic IOL is covered by insurance. It is a fine option if you are comfortable wearing glasses for both distance and near vision after surgery. Upgraded options leverage the latest technologies, including laser-assisted cataract surgery, intra-operative aberrometry, and premium IOLs (toric and/or multifocal IOLs). These technologies deliver customized surgery, address optical irregularities of your eyes, such as astigmatism, and minimize spectacle dependence. You can choose to

If

reduce your need for glasses for distance vision or near vision or both.

An ophthalmologist will meet with you for a cataract evaluation, with the intention of learning your individual visual needs, answering all of your questions, and guiding you toward the most appropriate option for which you may qualify. In addition to the options mentioned, an ophthalmologist can also offer “drop-less” cataract surgery if you have difficulty instilling eye drops. Typically, regardless of which surgical option is chosen, the surgery takes minutes, you leave without a stitch or patch, and the improvement is life changing.

A corneal sub-specialist, such as myself, can also perform a number of treatments concurrently with your cataract surgery if you have other co-existing eye diseases. An example includes the latest in corneal transplantation (DSAEK, DMEK) for Fuchs’ Corneal Dystrophy. Another example is minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) to lower your eye pressure. Combined surgery, when needed, provides convenience and the quickest route to your best possible vision.

Dr. Wang specializes in ophthalmology. He earned his medical degree at Stanford University School of Medicine, and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital Wilmer Eye Institute. He subsequently completed a fellowship at Shiley Eye Center, UC San Diego Health. Dr. Wang practices with Glaucoma-Cataract Consultants, Inc. To contact Dr. Wang, please call 724-483-3688.

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NEUROPATHY TREATMENT

South Hills Peripheral Neuropathy Sufferers Now Have Hope

Tri State Neuropathy Centers, one of the largest neuropathy treatment practices in the USA is currently scheduling patients at their Castle Shannon office, located at 3757 Library Road.

Dr. Michael Renk, Tri State Neuropathy Centers

Over 30 million Americans suffer from neuropathy and its debilitating symptoms of painful cramping, burning and tingling, difficulty walking, numbness, and even interruption of sleep. Neuropathy has a devasting effect on normal activities that most people take for granted and enjoy. Some of the most common causes of neuropathy are related to diabetes, medications, chemotherapy, and back issues.

“Peripheral neuropathy is a chronic and progressive disease,” said Dr. Michael Renk of Tri State Neuropathy Centers. “Left untreated, peripheral neuropathy will only get worse. It is best to treat it early.”

Since 2013, the eight regional Tri State Neuropathy Centers have steadily grown and successfully treated over 12,000 patients with an advanced technology protocol that addresses the causes of neuropathy rather than the symptoms. The program is noninvasive, painless, drug-free, and is FDA-approved.

Have Tri State Neuropathy Centers help you get back to enjoying all the activities that you love.

To schedule an initial no-cost consultation, call 412-207-2398. Learn more at www.marydancedin.com.

Find out how Tri State Neuropathy Centers program can help you get back to enjoying all the activities that you love.

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AHEARN, Leonard “Bunt” C., 95, of Bethel Park, died March 21. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.

ARMSTRONG, William H. Jr., 79, of Dravosburg, died March 13. Arrangements by Finney Funeral Home.

BAXENDELL, Lois A., 84, died March 8. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

BEVAN, Janice M., 81, of Upper St. Clair, died March 24. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

BIDDLE, Louise A., 100, died February 27. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home

BLATNIK, John “J.B.” Francis II, 64, of Charleroi, died March 20. HoganMelenyzer Funeral & Cremation Services

BOEHME (VAGLIA), Florence Carol, 89, of Bethel Park, died March 9. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.

BOYER, James “Jim” W., 58, of North Fayette Township, formerly of Jefferson Hills, died March 20. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc.

BROWN, Sheanea “Tune” Latiek, 54, of McKeesport, died February 27. Arrangements by Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc.

CAMERON (JIMIRRO), Patricia, 83, of New Eagle, died March 5. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home.

CAPICOTTO, Shirley Ann, 93, of Elrama, died March 3. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory

COHOLAN, William “Bill”, 67, of Pittsburgh, died March 14. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

COOPER (BURALLI), Cheryl A., 67, of Canonsburg, died March 2. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home.

COSS, Paulette Mae, 82, formerly of Clairton, died in March. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home.

DALE, Wesley “Wes” Jay, 63, of Elizabeth, formerly of Clairton, died March 13. Arrangements by Finney Funeral Home.

Recent Local Death Notices

DEFRANCESCO, Geraldine “Gerry” Sukel, 98, of Fallowfield Township, died March 4. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home

DICELLO, Pasquale F. “Pat,” 96, of Greentree, died March 3. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home, South Park.

DIMARCO, Mark, 50, of Jefferson Hills, died March 2. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home.

DOUCETTE, Paul A., 93, of Pittsburgh, died March 1. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.

DZIMIERA (DIAMONOF), Irene, 94, of Monongahela, died March 13. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home.

EDGAR (RONDINELLI), Diana V., 79, of Bethel Park, died March 22. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.

ESTUS (BENTLER), Anna, 85, of Monessen, formerly of Gouldsboro, died March 7. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory.

FILLIPPELLI, Mary Louise, 93, of Charleroi, died March 11. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home

GIEHLL, James A. “Jimbo,” 63, of Bethel Park, died March 5. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.

GILES (NEE SCHNEIDER), Joanne Teresa, 91, of Baldwin Borough, died March 1. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc.

GOULETTE, Patricia E., 71, died March 2. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

GREEN, Bennie Karl, 74, of Wilkinsburg, died March 13. Arrangements by Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc.

GUATAM, Avinash, 21, died March 8. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

GUMP-SCHRAGL, Brenda, 66, of South Park, died March 23. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home.

HAVASH, LaVerne, 70, of Virginia Beach, formerly of Elizabeth, died

March 11. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory.

HIRSCHI, Gary A., 62, of Millsboro, formerly of Monongahela, died March 15. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home.

HUFFMAN (WHITE), Paula Ann, 83, of Bethel Park, died March 3. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.

HUME, Lucille Petruska, died March 14. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.

HUNTER-CEVERA, Jennie Charlotte, 77, of Ellicott City, Maryland, died March 5. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc.

HURST (LESLIE), Kathleen Anne, 74, died March 3. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

HUZIAK, Linda L., 76, of Glassport, died March 6. Arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.

ILLIG, Bernice “Bud” L., died March 16. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

JANSEN, William H. “Bill,” 87, of Bethel Park, died March 10. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home, South Park.

JOLLEY, Darlene Mildred, 89, of Jefferson Hills, died March 9. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

KARELLI, Guy Anthony, 75, of Charleroi, died March 6. HoganMelenyzer Funeral & Cremation Services

KIEFFER, Charles, 84, of McDonald, died March 5. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home.

KORENOSKI, Helen T., 95, of Glassport, died March 9. Arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.

KOSKOSKI, Kathryn, 84, of Finleyville, died March 18. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home.

KROMOFF, Frances, 87, of Donora, died March 8. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home.

LAFOLLETTE (TOGNARINI), Barbara “Barb” Ann, 85, of Clairton, formerly of Forward Township, died

March 10. Arrangements by Finney Funeral Home.

LOMIS, Ronald “Legs”, 74, of Grove City, formerly of Clairton, died March 17. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory.

LOUTITT, Christine M., 59, of Monongahela, died March 7. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc.

MAJERNIK, Mark “Tilt”, 66, of Glassport, died March 3. Arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.

MARTIN, Lee W. Sr., 62, of Clairton, died March 18. Arrangements by Finney Funeral Home.

MATHEWS (DEMCHAK), Helen M., 72, of Elizabeth, formerly of Clairton, died March 20. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory.

MCCUSKER, James “Jimmy” Andrew, 39, of McKeesport, died March 7. Arrangements by Finney Funeral Home.

MCKOWN, Nancy J, 87, died March 23. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

MCLEOD, Lexie Mae, 91, of Clairton, died March 15. Arrangements by Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc.

MILLER JONES, Ann, 85, of Pleasant Hills, formerly of Burgettstown, died March 13. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home

MITCHELL, Scott, 61, of Glassport, formerly of McKeesport, died March 16. Arrangements by Finney Funeral Home.

MIZAK, Robert “Bob,” 85, of Finleyville, died March 5. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home.

MONAGHAN, Dolores “Dee” Bell, 96, of Clairton, formerly of Dravosburg, died March 22. Arrangements by Finney Funeral Home.

MORGELE, Patricia “Patty,” 79, died March 13. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

MOSESSO, Cynthia “Cindy,” 65, died March 10. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

MULLEN, John “Moon” E., 97, of North Charleroi, died March 15. Hogan-Melenyzer Funeral & Cremation Services

NAGEY, Richard Michael Jr., died March 16. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

NAMAN (DAVIS), Barbara Ann, 81, of Bethel Park, died March 17. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.

O’LEXA, Richard David, 78, of Charleroi, died March 8. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home

OMEIS, Nancy Louise, 64, of Pittsburgh, died March 21. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

PAVLIK, Nancy L., 86, of Jefferson Hills, died March 11. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory

PRYLE, Thomas John, 66, died March 7. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

PUHALLA, Lawrence F. Jr, 83, of Bethel Park, died March 22. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

RAPP, Sharon E., 77, of West Mifflin, died March 4. Hogan-Melenyzer Funeral & Cremation Services.

RESKO, Joseph J., 76, of Glassport, died March 14. Arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.

REYNOLDS, James A., 77, of Elizabeth Township, died March 5. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory.

RITCHIE, Lillian June, 93, of Monongahela, died March 9. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc.

ROBERTS, Jean “Aunt Jean” C., 105,

LOCAL DEATHS

Recent Local Death Notices

of North Charleroi, died March 11. Arrangements by Hogan-Melenyzer Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc. in Charleroi.

ROHAL, John C., 79, died March 12. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

ROSS, Michael A., 68, died March 20. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

SANDERS (KROLL), Margaret “Peggy,” 64, of Finleyville, died March 9. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

SCHROTH (ESTERBERG), Lois J., 86, of Bethel Park, died March 8. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home, South Park.

SHARMA, Devi Prashad, 63, died March 16. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

SHUCK, Justine, 95, of Greensburg, formerly of Clairton and West Newton, died March 20. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory.

SINGOSKY, Sara L., 92, of Allenport, died March 20. Hogan-Melenyzer Funeral & Cremation Services

SKLADANY, Grace Lydia, 92, died March 10. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.

SLATER, Donna Marie, 60, of North Versailles, died March 12. Arrangements by Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc.

SLEITH, Nancy L., 81, of Forward Township, died March 10. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory.

SPEICHER (WENTE), H. Marlene, 62, of Castle Shannon, died March 2. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home, South Park.

STETAR, Richard “Rich” L., 83, of South Park, died March 21. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

STEWART, George W. Jr., 65, of Elizabeth Township, died March 12. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory

STEWART, Steven D., 69, of McMurray, died March 5. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc.

TEDROW, Brad, 68, of Charleroi, died March 4. Hogan-Melenyzer Funeral & Cremation Services

THAYER, Maxine Lucille, 82, of Forward Township, died March 3. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory

THORNTON, Carol A., 89, of Forward Township, formerly of Clairton, died March 5. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory.

TINKEY, William Cyrus, 65, of South Park, died March 1. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

TRUNZO (SPIEGEL), Barbara R., 93, of New Eagle, died March 21.

Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home.

TUREK, Adele P., 73, of Clairton, died March 21. Arrangements by Bekavac Funeral Home & Crematory

VISCONTI (ALOISIO), Mary D., of Erie, formerly of Library, died March 4. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home, South Park.

VISSARI, Debra “Debbie” Ann, 67, of Pittsburgh, died March 6. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

WEAVER, Frances C., 72, of Scott Township, died March 13. Arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.

WEBER, Duane S. “Dee,” 81, of Library, died March 12. Arrangements by David J. Henney Funeral Home, South Park.

WILLIAMSON, Jay’Montae Dewayne, 24, of Duquesne, died March 3. Arrangements by Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc.

WINTER, Charles “Chuck”, 81, died March 14. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.

WOLFLEY, Craig A., 66, of Upper St. Clair, died March 10. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.

ZELINSKY, Edward G., 92, of Monongahela, died March 5. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc.

ZILKA (CYRNEK), Shirley Ann, 84, of Monongahela, died March 19. Arrangements by Frye Funeral Home, Inc.

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AMERICAN RACING MAG WHEELS - 15"; Late 1960's early 1970's; fits GM- $600. 412-886-6165

2009 HARLEY DAVIDSON - Dyna super glide, 17,000 miles, Python pipes, Detachable bags and windshield, New tires and battery, Super tuner, Many other extras. Excellent condition. $7,000. 412-217-8800

1998 JEEP CHEROKEE – No rust, very clean, with lift. Must see. Call for info. 724-243-0194

2002 SILVERADO - Running Boards. Needs mounting brackets. $50. 724-483-3072

TOYOTA RAV 4 – Summer floor mats. Front and rear. $50. 724-938-8482

2000 CORVETTE – Chrome Rims, front and rear. Great cond. $385. 724-348-7714

2000 CHEVY BLAZER – 4 door, 4x4, great shape, garage kept. $3,500. 412-260-4231

WEATHER TECH – Car mats and cargo mat. 2022

HRV. Excellent condition. $125. 724-317-1273

CORVETTE – Beauty rings w/ hubs, 15-inch wheels; 2 rings and 3 hubs. $30. 412-896-4637

LADDER RACKS – for 8-foot truck bed. $100. 412260-4231

2011 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE – 2.5L, Auto, Full power,

good cond. New tires, moon roof, new inspection, 195K miles. Runs great. Garage kept. Garmin included. $7,000. 412-414-0026

1988 CORVETTE CHROME RIMS – Front and rear, in boxes. Great condition. $385. 724-348-7714

3 GOODYEAR TIRES - Assurance M+S 215/50R17

9IV. Very good tread. $40/each or $100 for all three. 412-475-4870

RUBBERMAID ROOF TOP CARRIER - New in box

38 inch by 38 inch by 18 inch high fits Ford Escape size cars. $25. 412-831-3275

2005 HARLEY DAVIDSON – Soft tail Duece, 4,600 original miles, accessories, like new. Black cherry color, must see. Exc. cond. 724-243-0194

MONROE SHOCKS – Two(2), new in box. #5705. $25 for the pair. 724-797-2251

CORVETTE – 1996 Corvette Rag top, silver, collectors edition. New rag top. Inspected, runs great. Automatic, A/C. $11,000. 724-514-6298

UNIVERSAL TRUCK BEDLINER RAKE - $6. 412425-0342

FOUR(4) RIMS - for 1983 Mustang. 724-938-8240

BUICK RENDEZVOUS – 2007. 60,000 miles, new battery, new brakes. $7,800 or best offer. 724-2583634

SNOWMOBILE – 2013 Skido 600cc, 4,500 miles. Garage kept, stopped track with reverse, heated controls, new skags, new helmet, Exc. cond. $3,500 firm. 724-331-8566

TIRES – four(4) BF Goodrich, All-Terrain T/A snow tires, new, never mounted. LT 235/85 R16. $95 each. 412-230-6874

CHEVELLE SS – Center Caps, four(4). For 1970 Chevelle SS. Excellent Cond. $125. 412-230-6874

TRUCK SEAT COVERS – For Ford Extended cab, Carhart, light brown, like new. 412-230-6874

HOOD BUG SHIELD – 2015 GM Truck. New, never on truck. $50. 412-230-6874

FORD TRUCK RIMS – Four(4), 18-inch, 8-lugs for 250 or 350 series. 2018 – 2024. Used for snow tires. $50 each. 412-230-6874

GM RALLYE WHEELS – Two(2), 15x8, used on a 1970 Chevelle SS. No rust. $50 each. 412-2306874

CAMARO TRACTION BARS – 1969, New in box. $150. 412-230-6874

EXHAUST PIPE – 4-inch diameter x 4 feet. $10. 412-425-0342

1999 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFTAIL – New tires, tubes, all new oil changed, new brakes, inspected, clean title. 24K miles. 14” chubby handle bars. Valves Hines, pipes with flames. Sissy back with rack. $6,800. 724-344-5570.

CONVERTIBLE CARS - 1950’s/60. 724-986-3152

CHROME WHEELS - 18”/ 2015 MKZ. 724-986-3152

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CHILDCARE - SUNSHINE KIDS INC. is NOW HIRING INFANT/TODDLER TEACHERS and TEACHER’S AIDES. Please contact Ms. Tammy at 724-942-1009 or tmain@sunshinekidsinc.com

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owners. Be friendly, smile, and educate them on how newspaper advertising will help their business. Get involved with your community newspaper. Work from home, make your own hours, and have fun creating effective advertising programs for your customers. Call 412-249-8177 and ask for Doug. Or, e-mail letter of interest to dhaniford@messengerpaper.com

CUSTODIAN - Thomas Presbyterian Church is hiring a Part-Time Weekend Custodian. This position is for 15 hours per week. Coverage is Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Please email Office@ThomasPres.org for more information or call 724-941-8910.

HOUSEKEEPER & CLEANING SERVICE - needed $600/Weekly. Working Days: 3days. Time Schedule: 7AM - 1PM. Email: presidentsen@gmail.com

CARPENTERS & LABORERS - J&D Waterproofing and home improvements are hiring carpenters on the home improvement side and foreman/labor on waterproofing . Please call ASAP. 724-746-8870. We’ve been in business 82 years

AUTO & TRUCK MECHANIC - Help Wanted, Part Time. 724-350-5983

LABOR HELP WANTED – Full or part time work. Some carpentry, plumbing, electrical experience helpful. Need drivers license and must pass drug test. 724-350-5983

INJECTION MOLDING ASSISTANT - F-T, M-F 73:30 p.m. 40 hr./wk. Bethel Park Respiratory Therapy

Products Manufacturer. $16-18 to start, call 412854-1133, Ext. 410 for employment application.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED - Monarch Hospice is currently seeking Volunteers to visit patients in the South Hills-Mon Valley area in Skilled Nursing Facilities. If you are interested in an application, please call 723335-1600 and ask for Holly.

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PEMF – Pulsed Electro Magnetic Field is the natural healing and energizing of your body using the patented KLOUD Biotech at home system. Call Glenn Schreiber (412) 913-8954

DICKIES COVERALL – Chest 42-46, Reg length. $16. 412-425-0342

HEX BOLTS – (25) grade #8, 5/8-inch x 5-inch x 11 per inch. $20. 412-425-0342

DRIVE RATCHET – 75th Anniversary, 3/8-inch. $25. 412-425-0342

AMISH MADE OAK SWING – Exc. Condition, seating for 2 adults. $50 firm. Ask for Bill. 724-518-0815

FEDERAL AMMUNITION – 6 boxes, 22 long, 325 rounds per box. Call before 7PM. 412-595-7225

JON BOAT – 10-foot aluminum, Sea King, Lite Weight Car topper. $200. 412-592-9803

PLASMA CUTTER – 110V or 220V, 50 AMP, brand new. Will demonstrate. $150 firm. 724-797-2251

LADDER RACKS – for 8-foot truck bed. $100. 412260-4231

JELLO MOLDS – Six(6) different quart sized. $10. 412-833-1463

FRANK SINATRA – Music box figure. $15. 412833-1463

STEELERS BRACELET – 21 charms. $85. 412736-4603

SNAP-ON – Quarter inch torque wrench, QJR117E. $100 OBO. 724-872-6182

LAWNMOWER – Lawnboy, Silver Pro, 6.5HP, Self Propelled. $40 OBO. 724-872-6182

PRECISION MACHINIST LEVEL – 12”, Starrett. $100, OBO. 724-872-6182

WOOD STEP LADDERS – 8-foot $10. 10-foot $15. OBO. 724-872-6182

METAL BARREL – 30 Gal. $15, OBO. 724-8726182

UP-RIGHT STEREO – No speakers. Older sm color TV, 2 rocking chairs. Must take all. 412-341-2563

AUTOGRAPHED BASEBALL GLOVES – Ken Griffey, Jr, and Boog Powell. 724-938-8240

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TROLLING MOTOR – Motor Guide. Very Good Cod. 724-938-8240

CEILING FAN – Harbor Breeze, reversible paddles. Brand new. Paid $70 – will sell for $30. 412-6090052

MASSAGE TABLE – Portable with carrying case and bolster. Like new. $150, OBO. 412-896-4637

1950’S CAMERA – Yashica IC/Lynx – 14E/1=45m, 1:1.4, great condition. 1950’s Japan. 412-8964637

HARLEY DAVIDSON BOOK – 100 year anniversary. New, in wrapper. $75. 412-896-4637

CORVETTE – Beauty rings w/ hubs, 15-inch wheels; 2 rings and 3 hubs. $30. 412-896-4637

SPIKE THE ULTRA GREEN DINOSAUR – Fisher

Price, Large, works, comes with 2 batteries, remote control, and charger. Stands, sits, walks and roars. Tail lights all light. Must see. 412-561-0471

CEMENT MIXER – 1/4 cubic yards, motor driven, kept inside. You must haul. $100. Call Chuck, 724348-6289

TROLLING MOTOR – Shakespear, (electric battery). A-1 condition. Asking $75. 412-831-8998

PROPANE HEATER – Mr. Heater Buddy, 4000 –9000 BTU, never used. Still in box. Asking $65. 412-831-8998

CAMPING LANTERN – Coleman. Never used, still in box. (new). Asking $35. 412-831-8998

CAMPING LIGHT – Asking $20. 412-831-8998

WEATHER TECH – Car mats and cargo mat. 2022 HRV. Excellent condition. $125. 724-317-1273

RECLINER – Good Condition. $30. 412-596-3394

ORVIS FKY FISHING RODS – Four(4), new, never used, in original hard cases. Call for more details. $180 each. 724-684-5169

2002 SILVERADO - Running Boards. Needs mounting brackets. $50. 724-483-3072

CHAIN WITH HOOKS – 3/8 inch x 20 feet. $40. 724-483-3072

BLOWER AND VAC – Echo. Gas Powered. Needs bag. $25. 724-483-3072

BREAKER BOX – 200 AMP. No main breaker. $20. 724-483-3072

CIRCULAR TABLE – Heavy Duty, 50-inches, with folding legs. $10. 724-929-8259

PIRATES BOBBLEHEAD – Chris Archer. 2019 – in box. $5. 724-929-8259

ARNOLD PALMER BOBBLEHEAD – 80th birthday tribute. Golf legend, in box. $10. 724-929-8259

PITTSBURGH PIRATES DUAL BOBBLEHEAD –New, in box. 2006, Perez and Gonzalez. Only $8. 724-929-8259

MEN’S BOOTS – 10” Waterproof, lace to toe, Metguard Matterhorn, size 10.5. Never worn, still in box. $100. 724-243-0194

MEN’S BOOTS – 15” Waterproof, internal Metguard Matterhorn, pull-on boot, new, still in box, never worn. Size 9.5. $100. 724-243-0194

TRAMPOLINE – One person, never used. $20. 724243-0194

TURKEY DECOY – For hunting. $10. 724-2430194

WOODEN LADDER – 16-inches, great for crafts. Kept in barn. $50. 724-366-9524

ASHLEY COFFEE TABLE – Oak. Paid $425. Selling for $100. 724-366-9524

SNOWBLOWER - Toro 722 Power Throw, Two Stage. Gas. Only used 10 times! Excellent condition. Manual, papers, tags, receipt, etc. included. Cash only. Pickup only. $800. 412-200-0546

TWO (2) CEMETERY LOTS - Jefferson Memorial Park, Garden of Freedom. $2,500. Plus Jefferson charges the buy $166.00 transfer fee and $90 per grave. email: mazzababs28@gmail.com or text only to 412 789 9468

1989 NCAA FINAL FOUR - 224 page basketball program. Excellent condition. $10. 724-809-5746

PORTABLE AM-FM RADIO - Vintage GENERAL ELECTRIC Model 7-2880B from the 70's. $60. 724809-5746

JUMPER CABLES - Penske Car Care, 12 foot, 10 gauge with carrying case. $10. 724-809-5746

WOODEN BOX CHEST - Vintage Chinese Hand Carved Wood, Brass Closure circa 1940's. $55. 724-809-5746

CHINESE SILK PILLOW COVER - and scarf from World War II era. $50 each, both for $90. 724-8095746

VINTAGE HEADPHONES - circa 1970s Radio Shack Realistic Nova Pro Headphones in original box $25. 724-809-5746

BEATLES - George Harrison Vintage VariVue Flicker Plastic Ring. Some wear on outside. $50. 724-8095746

SPF 50 SUN PROTECTION HAT - Cabela's, wide brim, neck flap , Size Medium, $10. 724-809-5746

POOL SAND FILTER SYSTEM - Hayward complete base filter, motor extra parts, gaskets etc. 412-8974306

IN POOL LADDER - for 48"-52" pool. Like new $40. 412 897 4306.

HOT TUB/SPA FOLDING COVER - 76"x68" with lift kit excellent condition. 412-897-4306

CRESTLINE KEROSENE HEATER - 9500 BTU, excellent condition with manual & extra wick. 412-897-4306

TABLE AND BOOTH - $100. 412-445-2701

FILE CABINET - $26. 412-445-2701

CANISTER SWEEPER - Filter queen $100. 412445-2701

SENTRY SAFE - Model. 3100 , $45. 412-445-2701

ELLIPTICAL CROSS TRAINER -Tunturi Model C3. Works major upper & lower body muscle groups simultaneously 5’2” height 4’6” length. $20. 724678-0933.

TODDLER ROCKING CHAIR - (Brown Wood), asking $25. Call 724-348-5017

WORKOUT BENCH AND WEIGHTS - with inclining platform, includes leg lift, like new. $100. 412-2178800

WOOD FRAME QUEEN BED - Includes the mattress, Color is brown. Like new. $50. 412-217-8800

SNOWTHROWER - Toro Single Stage ex.condition $60. 412 655-2937.

LIGHTHOUSE DINNERWARE SET - New. Never used. Serves 4 (16 total pieces). Dinner Plates, Salad, Dessert Plates - Cereal Soup Bowls + Coffee Cups. $24. Call 724-684-4695

RECORDS - 45s/ LPs from 1950-90, Pop, oldies, country, Motown. 724-986-3152

COUNTRY CDS - Rascal Flatts, etc. $3 each. 60 to choose from. 724-986-3152..

AMPLIFIERS - Professional DJ. QSC, Crowne. $150. 724-986-3152

CASIO 100 SONGBOOK - keyboard and stand. 412400-3045

PUSH LAWNMOWER - Poulan Pro 550 - $50. 724938-8390

LAZY SUSAN - Vintage 1950 Kromex - $25. 724938-8390

FLY RODS - bamboo various sizes, $65 and up. 724945-5282

BOOK - "Prehistory of the Upper Ohio Valley" rare, $60. 724-945-5282

POWDERED GRAPHITE - 3.5 # can. $25. 724945-5282

BOOK – “Panorama of West Virginia" history, $25. 724-945-5282

SHOTSHELLS - 2 boxes of .410 ga. #6 shot. $45. 724-945-5282

AMERICAN RIFLEMAN MAGAZINES - (20) from the 40s & 50s v.g. cond. $10. 724-945-5282

HUTCH - 71x29x17 inches. glass in doors, oak finish, ex.cond. $80. 724-945-5282

PICNIC COOLER – Large. $20 obo. 724-945-5282

SHOTGUN - H&R model 48, Topper 20 ga. another one from the 40s, 30 in. Very clean. $200. 724-945 5282

SHOTGUN - Very old, 12 gauge, double barrel, with ears. Pour Poudre. 412-889-5035

ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVES WANTED

The MESSENGER is looking to add experienced Sales Representatives to our growing team of professionals. Candidates should possess: Strong sales and/or customer service skills, ability to offer clients advice on ad content and design, handle several projects at once, work on a deadline, familiarity with Mon Valley area, reliable transportation, flexible schedule, computer with internet access and a personable, friendly attitude.

Interested applicants should email us at dhaniford@messengerpaper.com with a resume and cover letter, or mail to P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243.

WEDDING GOWN - Vintage 1971 with Veil and Train. $50, OBO. 412-419-7080

LSU ITEMS - Banner, throw, T-Shirt 3X, Dog Bandana. $25. 412-419-7080

BUNNY RABBIT - Sweeper Cover. $12. 412-4197080

VINTAGE COLLECTIBLES - Life and Look magazine ads in frames, old cookie jars, starting lineups, zippo lighters, too much to list. Call between 10:00am and 6:00pm. 412-477-9333

DINNERWARE SET - Lighthouse. New. Never used. Serves 4 (16 total pieces). $23. 724-684-4695

PORTABLE B&W TELEVISION – 5-inch, Avanti, 52W, Earphone and External jack. Batteries not included. $5. 724-929-8259

AIR COMPRESSOR - Very Early Craftsman, 106.5592, 1/2 HP $50.00. 724-297-2956

3 GOODYEAR TIRES - Assurance M+S 215/50R17 9IV. Very good tread. $40/each or $100 for all three. 412-475-4870

CAMPING EQUIPMENT - 2 Burner Stove, Lantern, Heater, and 4 person Tent. $25 Each. 412-8313275

RUBBERMAID ROOF TOP CARRIER - New in box 38 inch by 38 inch by 18 inch high fits Ford Escape size cars. $25. 412-831-3275

CHAIN SAWS – Echo 16” C5310, $25. Poulan 24” PP4620, hard starting, good parts. $25. 412-8336870

GENERATOR – 6V – DC, single pulley. $25. 412833-6870

MISC. ITEMS – Cassette tapes, CD’s, records 45’s and albums, Griswold skillets, VCR tapes, Porcelain dolls. 412-464-0913

SHOTGUN – Winchester, 12 GA pump. Rifle, CzechBRNO, ZG-47 30/06 with Weaver scope. Both exc. condition. Will TRADE for a Luger pistol. 724-3305041

BREAKER BOXES -Two(2) Murray 150amp, complete with all existing breakers. Very good condition. $250 each. 724-797-2251

GOLF BALLS – Approx 280. Most used only once. $50. 412-855-4456

MISC. ITEMS – Super Planet Slot Machine, Two Electric Typewriters, Four rims for 1983 Mustang, X1800 tape recorder plus tapes. 724-938-8240

SNOWMOBILE – 2013 Skido 600cc, 4,500 miles. Garage kept, stopped track with reverse, heated controls, new skags, new helmet, Exc. cond. $3,500 firm. 724-331-8566

WHEELCHAIR – Excellent condition. $75. 412-5632471

FREE CORDLESS DRILLS – Many makes and models and voltages. Some chargers, no batteries. Must take all. 724-797-2251

YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE – 1979, 1100 Classic, plus accessories. 724-938-8240

COMPUTERS – Commodore 64C, and Apple Powerbook 150. 724-938-8240

CORDLESS SHOVEL – Snow Joe, w/ 24V battery. New. 724-872-7073

CLASSIFIEDS

ITEMS FROM THE 80’S – Star Wars figure, Micro machines, Garbage Pail Kids cards – first series, and more. 412-915-8979

KITCHEN STOOLS – Two(2), brown legs with black seat. $30. 724-514-7208

LARGE VENDING SNACK MACHINE – Holds over 400 items. Takes change or bills. Paid $2,700, asking $1,600. Can make lots of money if placed in a good location. 724-797-2251

DALE EARNHARDT – Six(6) DVDs in tin box. $15. 412-425-0342

RED BATTERY CABLE – 4 gauge, 9.5 feet. $10. 412-425-0342

LINCOLN ELECTRIC – AC/DC Stick Welder. Nicknamed ‘The Tombstone’. Welder input single phase, 230 volts, 50 amps, 60 hertz. Output 225 amps AC or 125 amps DC at 25 volts. 20% duty cycle. Made in USA. $500. 724-797-2251

FREE TENNIS RACQUETS – Two(2), 1 aluminum head, and 1 wood – Wilson ‘Chris Evert’. 724-7972251

GARAGE DOOR PANELS – Four(4), 8-ft wide, 7-ft high. Some hardware. Never used. Have 2 separate doors. $75 each. 724-797-2251

I BEAM – 27 ft, 10-inch. 4-inch flange, quarter inch web. Call for price. 724-797-2251

BULLET BUNKER – Allows you to shoot in your basement, garage, or anywhere you have adequate ventilation. Ability to withstand handgun, rifle ammo. Can demonstrate. $1,000. 724-797-2251

ROUTERS – Two(2), one Craftsman, and one Porter Cable. Both in working condition. $85 each. Both for $160. 724-797-2251

ART DECO KITCHEN SWIVEL CHAIRS – Four(4), yello color, spring loaded, no blemishes. $85 for all 4. 724-797-2251

PORTABLE TILE SAW – cuts ceramic, marble, slate, clay. $65. 724-797-2251

COORS LIGHT SILVER BULLET BAG – Soft plastic, holds 36 cans. Great for picnics. $5. 724-929-8259

BARBIE – Original ‘1959’ – 35th anniversary reproduction from ‘1933’ in original box and parts. Perfect Cond. 32 years old! Only $50. 724-929-8259

POSTAL COLLECTOR – ‘Legends of the West’, 2 mint stamp sheets, have increased to over $32 in less than 30 years. Only $30. 724-929-8259

BOSTICK BUTTON NAILER – Great for roofers. Rarely used. $115. 724-797-2251

INTERIOR DOOR – 36-inch, never hung. Six panels on both sides. $20. 724-797-2251

VINYL FLOORING – Natural hickory. 4 boxes. 18.5

Sq Ft per box. 6.14 wide x 54.33 long, 75 Sq Ft total. $25. 724-797-2251

CROSSBOW - Excalibur G340. $200. 724-3962929

17 POCKET TEES - Size XL mens, like new mens wrangler jean shorts size 42. 2XL swim trunks. 412384-6245

MENS DRESS SLACKS - 42/30, 42/29, (1) casual new timbercreek by wrangler 42/29 412-384-6245

ROUND ANTIQUE TABLE - with cane chairs, cherry

finish china closet, rocking chair 412-384-6245

BABY STROLLER - Pre-owned, Graco 8 wheeled baby stroller. This pre-owned gray baby stroller is well constructed and in great shape. All functions on it work well. Reversible handle, hood, brakes, folding, etc. 412-854-5693

READ MACHINE – Sunbeam, brand new, never been out of the box. Can meet or you pick-up. $40. 724812-7368. Mandy, Pls Lv Mssg.

DEPRESSION GLASS – Green clover leaf, 30 pieces, no chips. $40. 412-678-1860

HUNTING COAT – Orange, size L. Asking $50. 412831-8998

MAN CAVE ITEMS – 1992 Wmston Fiber Optic motion lighted sign, $250. Corona mirror 32”x55”, $75. Miller Lite Neon sign (New). $100. 207-6322308

POOL CUE – Lucasi, Hybrid carbon fiber. Older model, rarely used. 58.75 L. With bridge and case. Exc. cond. $350. Will text pics. 207-632-2308

CORDLESS PHONE – New, Vtech 4, handset with answering system. $60. 724-938-8482

PRENTIESS BENCH VISE – ‘Bull Dog’ #56, 6-inch jaws. $150. 412-425-0342

CHUCK KNOLL BOOK – Steelers head coach. New. $5. 412-425-0342

PUZZLES – 29 different, 300 to 1,000 pcs. $2 each. 412-956-0666

BOOKS – 70 plastic canvas project books. Take all for $25. 412-956-0666

TREADMILL – Perfect condition. $200. 412-9560666

HOYT MAGNATEC COMPOUND BOW – Good condition, weight 50-60 lbs., length 27-29.5”, including 17 carbon fiber arrows, extra quiver, sights, trigger glove plus other extras. All encased in a Plano Lock protector case. $150. 412-327-0825

HEAVY DUTY VICE – Works perfectly. Only $25. 724-929-8259

MANCAVE SPECIAL – 17 beer mugs, initialed with letter “R”. Whole set for $3. 724-929-8259

WINE GOBLETS – 8, all perfect. Entire set for $3. 724-929-8259

YELLOWSTONE WHISKEY BOTTLE – Unopened. Rare, prototype, collectors item. $50. 724-366-9524

GAS GRILL – Weber, with side burners for baked beans. Paid $500, selling for $50. 724-366-9524

BATTERY OPERATED GARBAGE CAN – Gift purchased from Sharper Image. Paid $150, selling for $35. 724-366-9524.

MICROWAVE – Above Range and outdoor fan with light, used. Selling both for $40. 724-366-9524.

2 TRAP SLIDING WINDOWS - New In Box, Brown on outside, white inside, with screens. Dimensions 70.5 X 45.75. Tempered Glass. $900 Or Best Offer. Call 412 913 0051.

SNOW BLOWER – Toro Power Clear. 721 R.C. Commercial. 21” width. 212cc OHV, 4-cycle engine. Recoil start. $275. 412-491-2511

DESKTOP LAMP – Old, but in excellent cond. 14” fluorescent bulb, 12” high, 5” base, looks very good.

Works great. $10. Munhall. 520-271-5869

“PORTRAITS IN STEEL” BOOK – An illustrated history of Jones & Laughlin Steel Corp. A complete history in pictures and text of J&L. Black & White and color. A premium book in mint condition. $40. Munhall. 520-271-5869

DOC HUDSON COLLECTION – The star of the 2006 Pixar movie ‘Cars.’ Includes DVD movie, tin sign of Doc, school work books, Motor Trend Magazine article on the real Doc Hudson, and three versions of Doc in Hot Wheels. $30 for all. Munhall. 520-271-5869

MCKEESPORT HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOKS –Two(2) vintage. Youghamon, 1930 and 1931. Hardbacks, complete and in excellent condition. $20 for Both. Munhall. 520-271-5869

TRAIN BOOK – “Heart of the Pennsylvania Railroad” – the Golden Years of Railroading – the 1950s. Steam and Diesel in black & white. $10. Munhall. 520-2715869

GAS SNOWBLOWER – 8HP, 5 forwards, 2 reverses. 24” path clearance. Electric start or pull start. Exc. Condition. $600 OBO. 724-314-8389 or 814-5698557

WWII VCR TAPES – ‘Victory at Sea’ – Six(6) tapes of WWII using allied and axis archival film. Tested, exc. Cond. $20 for all. BUICK SERVICE MANUALS – 1958 all models, and 1961 Special. Exc. Cond. $25 each or $40 both. Munhall. 520-271-5869

BUICK SERVICE MANUALS – 1958 all models, and 1961 Special. Exc. Cond. $25 each or $40 both. Munhall. 520-271-5869

LIONEL TRAINS – Greenberg’s Repair and Operating Manual for Lionel Trains, 1945 – 1969. Contains wiring diagrams, exploded views, operating information and more. 736 pages. $20. Munhall. 520-2715869

BULLETS – 3 boxes of Missouri Bullet Company, .45 Cal. lead bullets. 500 bullets per box. $50 per box. 724-684-5169

ANTIQUE VICTROLA – Floor model. 50 inch. $50 OBO. 724-887-6163

VINTAGE RADIO – 1936 – No. 4585, 180 Silverton, floor model. Needs plug. $50 OBO. 724-887-6163

ALUMINUM TOOL BOX – Fits full size 8-foot bed. Great shape. $100. 412-260-4231

WELDING BLANKET – New. $12. 412-425-0342

TAPCO ALUMINUM BRAKE – 10 feet, 6 inches, with 1 roll stock 24 inches. $800. 412-257-3207

U.S. PROOF SETS – 2007 for $15. 2008 for $25. 724-938-8482

CORDLESS DRILL – Sears, Craftsman, 3/8” rechargeable. $10. 412-751-5688

BLUETOOTH CORDLESS PHONE – New, Vtech 1124 DET 6.0 Bluetooth 4 Handset cordless phone with answering system. $60. 724-938-8482

IBANEZ TALMAN GUITAR – Acoustic / Electric. $90 OBO. 412-498-0707

CHANGING TABLE – Dark wood, (infant). $25. 412498-0707

BKEROSENE HEATING OIL – Red, reasonable. Also, two(2) separate Kerosene heaters. $130 OBO. 412-

498-0707

LARGE MICROWAVE – G.E. Sensor. $150. 412498-0707

GEESE – Wanted, 1 pair of buff colored geese. 724258-2596 or 724-258-9599

SHED - 10’ x 10’ shed. 412-889-5035

FINLEYVILLE BREWING – Old Beer bottles and memorabilia items from Finleyville Brewing wanted. Will pay top dollar! Call 424-215-9385

BUYING SPORTS CARDS – Baseball Cards, Basketball Cards and Football Cards. Don’t throw out that old box of cards from your kid or ex-husband! Give me a call first. Paying Cash. 412-760-2291

WANTED ANTIQUES – Sterling silver, old Christmas decorations, old lamps, oriental rugs, paintings, crocks with blue decorations, gold jewelry. Jim Gillespie at 412-979-7050 or home 724-348-6203.

ADVERTISING ITEMS – From McCoy’s Cycle Shop of Roscoe, PA. 412-926-4205

35 LB. LAMINATED RECURVE BOW - 60 inch or longer. 724-945-5282

LEFT HANDED RIFLES – Authentic WWII field jackets, XL or XXL. Lv. Mssg. 412-667-8154

WHEAT PENNIES – 1909 – 1926. Call Rich, 412233-5585

OLD 45/LP RECORDS - (rock n roll). 724-986-3152

JUKEBOXES /PINBALL MACHINES - 724-9863152

CONVERTIBLE CARS - 1950’s/60. 724-986-3152

SEEBURG/WURLITZER - jukebox parts. 724-9863152

BUYING VINTAGE - Sportscards, autographs, old ticket stubs, items from Forbes Field, and Pipers and Condors items. 724-205-8620

OLD HOT WHEEL CARS - Redlines made by Mattel. Has the red ring on the tires. Made from 1968 to 1977. I mainly collected them during this era. Mostly any condition. A few or your entire collection, I am willing to look at them. Can meet, or ship. Have a PayPal account. 724-984-9085 please text or call.

OLD INSULATORS - buying porcelain or glass insulators used on utility poles or along RR tracks, also lightning rods. 724-782-0539.

CHIHUAHUA DOG – Looking to adopt or buy healthy, young (up to 2 years old.) 412-567-3952. 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 each. For pickup of cans or delivery of books, call Jessie @ 724-941-5737.

VOLUNEERS WANTED - Monarch Hospice is currently seeking Volunteers to visit patients in the South Hills-Mon Valley area in Skilled Nursing Facilities. If you are interested in an application, please call 723335-1600 and ask for Holly.

ADOPT A REAL FRIEND. We'll make you smile. Satisfaction guaranteed. Washington Area Humane Society 724 -222-7387

TWO (2) CEMETERY LOTS - Jefferson Memorial Park, Garden of Freedom. $2,500. Plus Jefferson charges the buy $166.00 transfer fee and $90 per grave. email: mazzababs28@gmail.com or text only to 412-789-9468

CEMETERY PLOTS – Two(2), Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Joyful Mysteries section 9. $3,000. 412884-5874

CEMETERY PLOTS – Two(2) plots, Lafayette Park, Route 40. Veterans or Civilians. $1,000 cash for both. 724-938-7988

MON VALLEY MEMORIAL PARK - 2 plots for sale at, Garden of Devotion section. $1,800 for both. Call Jill at 724-208-9569.

MON VALLEY MEMORIAL PARK – 4 cemetery plots. Located in the Redeemer section to the right of the statue. Redeemer 123 # 1-4. $3,500 each. 724258-4626

CEMETERY PLOTS – Two(2) in Jefferson Cemetery. Located in the Garden of Presidents, tier #131C and spaces 1 and 2. $1,000. 412-885-1351

BRICKLAYER – Chimney repair, glass block windows, 50 years experience. 724-331-8566

CONCRETE WORK

Retaining walls, driveways, all types of cement repair work, free estimate, reasonable (412) 889-5035

CARPENTRY, DRYWALL and PAINTING, Over 30 years of experience, Call 412-892-0069

Servicing the South Hills and entire Mon Valley Residential • Commercial Exterior • Interior Discounts for veterans and senior citizens Call Glenn at (412) 913-4327 or EPSGlenn@gmail.com www.elitepaintsolutions.net

ADOPT A REAL FRIEND. We'll make you smile. Satisfaction guaranteed. Washington Area Humane Society 724 -222-7387

June’s Housecleaning Reliable. Honest. References. Weekly or Bi-weekly. Move-ins and Move-outs. 412-651-1794

KEEP IT SIMPLE HANDYMAN SERVICES -electric, plumbing, all your handyman needs. Call 412-253-5163

HOME MOVIE TRANSFERS

PHOTO MONTAGE CREATIONS

8mm, Super 8mm, and16mm Projector movies, transferred digitally, frame by frame, for superior clarity. New equipment for 2016. No projector flicker - reasonable rates. VHS, VHS-C, mini-DV, and 8mm tapes transferred to DVD. Photos/slides scanned to montage DVD of special events. One of a kind gifts. 724-258-5336 dcheplic@ gmail.com. Website: www.dcheplicmovietransfers and montages.com. Facebook: www.facebook.com/ debcheplicmovietransfersandmontages/

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Monthly Pizza Puzzler!

Win a FREE Large 1 Topping Pizza from Pizza Station*! Two (2) lucky winners every month! Just fill in the correct answers to the questions below, and write your name, address and telephone number on the entry form. Mail 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 1 Topping pizza from Pizza Station. Remember to look for a new Monthly Pizza Puzzler every month, and send in your entry form! (*Good only at the New Eagle Pizza Station location. One entry per household per month. Employees of the The Messenger; Haniford Enterprises LLC, or Pizza Station are not eligible.)

Redeem any Pizza Puzzler winning certificates at Pizza Station. 187 Chess Street, New Eagle, PA (724) 310-3191

• Official Entry Form • (Deadline for entries is April 15)

Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger. Where is the Whistle Stop Antique Mall located?

What school district earned “Great Pittsburgh School” designation?

Who wrote the book “Journey of Faith, Challenges and Courage?

Name:

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Entry forms should be submitted to: South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger, Attention: “Monthly Pizza Puzzler,” P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243

Congratulations to the winners of our March Pizza Puzzler contest! Beverly Bonnell - California• Ron Jones• South Park

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