Vol. 7, Issue 4
SEPTEMBER 2010
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Visit us online at www.unionfinley.com SPECIAL SECTION:
Fall Home & Garden Guide Page 50
First Annual Monongahela Business Networking Bash Page 46
INDEX: Local News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Your Health . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Kids & Family . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Local People News . . . . . . 76 School News . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Food & Dining . . . . . . . . . . 86 Automotive . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
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40th Annual Covered Bridge Festival September 18 & 19 Take the Southwestern Pennsylvania countryside; mix in a beautiful weekend; add 10 historic covered bridges; offer crafts, food, activities, entertainment, exhibits and demonstrations; and then throw in a 40th anniversary celebration. The result? The perfect weekend excursion. Or so says, J.R. Shaw, executive director of Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency (WCTPA). “The Covered Bridge Festival is one of our premiere events,” said Shaw, “and we’re thrilled to be celebrating our 40th anniversary. Just like the bridges themselves, the festival keeps getting better with time.” Back in their heyday (1820 – 1900), covered bridges earned the nickname “kissin’ bridges” because they provided the ideal setting for a smitten suitor to attempt to steal a kiss from the unsuspecting (?) object of his affection. Fast forward to 2010, and visitors will have an opportunity to experience the allure for themselves. From 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 18 and Sunday, September 19, eight bridges in Washington County and two in Greene County will host the 40th annual festival. Admission and parking are free. VisitWashingtonCountyPA.com or call 724-228-5520.
Are Your Ready For Some Football? The Fall season is here, and for many of us in Western Pennsylvania, that means football! Practice began recently for members of the The Mon Valley Midget Football League (MVMFL). Pictured at left are Tiny Mites flag football players for the Union-Finley Bears working on their skills for the upcoming season. (See complete story and additional photos on page 82.)