Union Finley Messenger November 2011

Vol. 8, Issue 7

NOVEMBER 2011

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INDEX:

Places To Go . . . . . . . . 4 Business . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Health . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Kids & Family . . . . . . 48 Home & Garden . . . 50 Worship . . . . . . . . . . 54

Food & Dining . . . . . . 60 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 School News . . . . . . . 65 Senior News . . . . . . 72 Entertainment . . . . . 74 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . 75

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Union Township • Finleyville • Gastonville • Eighty Four • Nottingham • Peters Township • Venetia • New Eagle • Monongahela • Elrama • Elizabeth • West Elizabeth • Jefferson Hills • Library • South Park

Area Schools PINK OUT Many local schools helped bring attention to Breast Cancer Awareness Month by encouraging their athletic teams to don pink uniforms and accessories. The Elizabeth Forward High School Girls Soccer Team showed their support by wearing pink shirts, pink socks, and pink headbands. The boys and girls high school soccer teams have raised about $500 for breast cancer awareness.

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South Park Library Plans a Dickens Christmas Dinner/Theater Fundraiser South Park Township Library will hold an “adult only� Dicken’s Christmas Dinner/Theatre on December 10 at the Broughton Fire Hall. A traditional holiday dinner with a hot buffet of carved turkey, ham and beef, will be served when doors open at 7 p.m., and theatre begins at 8 p.m. This will be the library’s first dinner/theater, although Throughline Theater Company has had three very successful performances at South Park Township Library in the past three years.

The group, based in Brookline, with cast members from the South Park Theatre, will be doing their “adult,� slightly comedic adaptation of A Christmas Carol.

Tickets available at the Library for $30 each. Parties of 8-10 can reserve a table in advance. Any questions, call Sharon Bruni at 412-833-5585.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Push-N-Pull Offers Prime Repair Services and More

By Krista Ramsey

As winter nears, many businesses are resurrecting their snow plows from the back of their garages, only to find that they aren’t running as well as expected—or aren’t running at all.

If you find yourself in these boots, before the snow piles too high visit Push-N-Pull, located on 5951 Brownsville Road in South Park. The guys there can help with this common fix-it dilemma as well as many others including tune-ups, complete overhauls, various repairs, and custom fabrication. “These types of machines can last a really long time if you take care of them,” said Erik Flores, customer service representative for Push-N-Pull. “We offer maintenance, oil changes, and other services to keep them running smoothly.”

In addition to snow plows, the store services other equipment, such as snow pushers and salt spreaders, for commercial businesses and municipalities. Its customer base consists of a large number of landscaping and construction businesses.

Owned by Eric Humes, the familyrun business has been around for 16 years, including 4 at its current location and 12 at its former locale in Brentwood. “We use cutting-edge technology to provide our customers with products and services that meet

their requirements while maintaining the highest standards to ensure customer safety and regulatory compliance,” he said. “Our focus is on safety, innovation, experience, standards, and solutions.”

So that’s the “push” end of the business—the “pull” end focuses on trailers, and Push-N-Pull can repair them from front to back end, including tailgate ramps, wiring and lights, bearings and brakes, axles, and suspension. For those requiring more specialized services, the business is a full-service custom fabrication and welding shop. “In addition to body repairs, we offer power tailgate repairs and installation, and dump truck up-fitting and a variety of accessories, such as toolboxes, ladder racks, flat beds, and power tailgates,” said Flores. “If we have a customer that needs something in particular that’s not available, for instance a heavy-duty ladder rack, we can design it, produce it, and service it.”

Push-N-Pull also offers PA State Inspections for vehicles and an onsite notary. Visit the showroom to see several models of snow plows and other equipment. Store hours are Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm; Thursdays, 9 am to 8 pm; and Saturdays, 9 am to 1 pm. For more information, visit pushnpull.net or call 412-655-7874.

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NOVEMBER 3 FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PROGRAM – Thomas Presbyterian Church, 1068 Linden Road, Venetia, 5 to 6:30 p.m. All are welcome. In the case of inclement weather, call Patti at 724-941-6609.

JOY OF CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW – South Hills Assembly Church, 2725 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There will be 50+ crafters, ticket auction, bake sale, and a lunch café. Free admission. Benefits Hillcrest Christian Academy. For more information, call 412-854-4040.

NOVEMBER 4 SILVER SKY DUO – Dance to the music of Silver Sky Duo at the Houston American Legion from 8 p.m. to midnight. Tickets are only $5. For more information, call 724-7453257.

QUILT SHOW – Church of the Covenant, 267 East Beau Street, Washington, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (also November 5). Martha Washington Quilt Guild’s Baskets of Joy Quilt Show. Admission is $5. Featured at this year’s show will be a quilt comprised of 12 individual panels depicting stops along Route 40, the National Road. Other features will include the Grandmother’s Garden Quilt and the Guild’s 30th Anniversary Quilt. Over 125 quilts and quilt-related items will be on display. There will be demonstrations and vendors, and the boutique and flea market are always popular with those attending the show. For more information, e-mail marthawashingtonquilters@gmail.com.

NOVEMBER 5 INDOOR FLEA MARKET – Elizabeth Baptist Church, 735 Bunola River Road, Elizabeth, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sales include electronics, decor, jewelry, kitchen, domestics, etc. Also soup, food and bake sale with many homemade goodies, including cakes, pies, fudge, various kinds of cookies, and breads. Food available will include stuffed cabbage, haluski, and kielbasa as well as American fare and homemade soups, eat in or take out. Outdoor table space will be available for a cost of $10 (bring your own table). Any inquiries may be made at the church office at 412-384-6464.

CHRISTMAS AFFAIR – John McMillan Presbyterian Church, 875 Clifton Road, Bethel Park, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Includes over 55 crafters and features the JMPC Bakery, Gingerbread House, a Chinese Auction, Kris Kringle Kafe, and an Angel Emporium Tree. Admission is free and all proceeds benefit local and worldwide missions. For more information, call 412-833-4704.

CRAFT/VENDOR FAIR – Mon Valley School, 555 N. Lewis Run Road, Jefferson Hills (by CCAC South Campus), 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Features 95 craft/vendor tables, food, and refreshments. A $2 admission fee entitles you a chance to win a door prize. Mon Valley School is one of the three special education centers of the Allegheny Intermediate Unit. All proceeds will benefit student activities. For more information, contact the school at 412469-2551.

PSYCHIC READINGS AT CRAFT SHOW – Mon Valley School, 555 N. Lewis Run Road, Jefferson Hills, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you would like to receive a message or guidance from someone who has passed, please come and get a reading from Deborah.

CASH BASH – Broughton Volunteer Fire Department, Broughton Hall, Cochran Mill Road, South Park. Doors open at 5 p.m., and drawings begin at 7 p.m. Strip tickets, 50/50, money wheels, food, refreshments, mixers provide, BYOB. Winner does not need to be present. Tickets can be purchased for a $20 donation in advance by calling 412-655-4844, emailing Cashbash@broughtonvfd.org, or sending check or money order to BVFD, 1030 Cochran Mill Road, Pgh., PA 15236. Include note indicating # of tickets and return address.

MCMURRAY ROTARY CHARITY GALA – Rolling Hills Country Club, McMurray, 6 to 11 p.m. Live, silent, and Chinese auctions, plus wine tasting, dancing to the music of Steve Fazzini and his band, and the ever-popular golf ball toss. For information, contact info@mcmurrayrotary.com, Adam Provance at 724-884-5553, or visit www.mcmurrayrotary.com.

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR & BAKE SALE – Elrama United Methodist Church, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop early for that special Christmas decoration or gift. Food kitchen and bake sale also available.

SPAGHETTI DINNER – Bethel Park Community Center, 5151 Park Avenue, 2 to 7 p.m. 10th Annual event sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bethel Park. Food provided by Pasta Too and Bethel Bakery. Adults are $9, seniors are $7, and children are $4. Deliveries to businesses for their employees in the Bethel Park area are also available from 12 noon until 1:30 p.m. Call 412-855-4633 to place orders.

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There will also be a raffle with a $1,500 prize and a silent auction throughout the event. For more information, call 412-854-4842.

QUILT SHOW – Church of the Covenant, Washington, 10am-4pm. Martha Washington Quilt Guild’s Baskets of Joy Quilt Show. $5.

Over 125 quilts and quilt-related items will be on display. Demonstrations and vendors. For more information, e-mail marthawashingtonquilters@gmail.com.

NOVEMBER 5-6 INDOOR FLEA MARKETS – Trax Farms, 528 Trax Road, Finleyville, 9 a.m. Antiques, gifts, collectibles, clothing, apparel, hobbies, food, and much more in the events room. Free parking and free admission. Vendors: For $30, get a 10x10 space for the entire weekend. Call 412-835-3246 Monday through Friday for reservations and more details.

NOVEMBER 6 JOHN BARBERO AUCTION – 2nd Annual John Barbero Memorial Sports/Entertainment/ Celebrity Auction at Mon Valley YMCA from 1 to 4 p.m.

HOLIDAY CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW – Father Abbate Hall, St. Anthony’s Site, 225 Park Avenue, Monongahela, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cash-and-carry event will feature many local craftsmen and national vendors such as Avon, Home Interiors, Pampered Chef, Tupperware and many+ more. Bake sale, Chinese auction and several raffles. Admission is free. For more information, contact Tish at 724-258-4240.

PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST – Finleyville Community Center, 3547 Marion Avenue, Finleyville, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Benefits Peters Township Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society. Cost is $5 and includes all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage, coffee, tea and orange juice. If you have any questions, call 412-831-7144.

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Drexel School. Guests bet on horses that are racing in a pre-recorded video. Cheer your horse on to victory while you enjoy a buffet dinner. Proceeds benefit St. Katharine Drexel School. Tickets are $25 for this 21+ event. For more information, please call 412-833-0223.

TWILIGHT EXPERIENCE – Oliver Miller Homestead, Stone Manse Drive, just off the Circle on Corrigan Drive, South Park, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wander the grounds of this fine old home, buildings, and grounds lit by candles and lanterns at the end of the day. The Miller family and their friends (volunteers dressed in period attire) will be seen as they rest and prepare for night as they did during the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. Music, displays, activities, warm cider, and cookies appropriate to the Miller times. Docents in eighteenth century dress will discuss the times and answer questions from our visitors. For more information and a map, visit www.olivermiller.org or call 412-835-1554.

NOVEMBER 7 PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA – Washington Crown Mall near Bon-Ton, 6 p.m. “Dress” your pets in or bring along a holiday keepsake for the photo. Choose from a variety of packages. All pets must be on a leash, in a carrier, or held by the owner at all times. Owners must sign a release prior to visiting Santa and are responsible for pets at all times. Please use mall entrance 1 by Garfield’s.

SEASONAL FLU SHOT CLINIC AND MEMORY SCREENING - Seasonal Flu and Pneumonia Shots will be available at no charge with Medicare health insurance coverage (just present Medicare Part B health insurance card at time of vaccination) at Comfort Keepers, 5824 Brownsville Rd. on Monday, November 7 from 9 - 11 a.m. Memory Screenings will also be available for free and are being conducted in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Call (412) 653-6100 to sign up or walk-ins are welcome.

NOVEMBER 8 ELECTION DAY SPAGHETTI DINNER – Mingo Presbyterian Church, Rt. 88, Finleyville, noon to 7 p.m. Spaghetti, salad, fresh bread, dessert, and beverage will be available, along with take-out (containers provided). Cost for adults is $8; children under 12 are $5. For more information, call 724-3485278.

NOVEMBER 11 VETERAN’S DAY MEMORIAL SERVICE – War Memorials, Corrigan Drive, South Park, noon. Hosted by Southwestern PA Registered Nurses Club. All nurses who served in the military will be remembered with a floral wreath placed at the nursing monument. The program will include local dignitaries, a local clergy, bagpiper, and a gun salute by the South Park VFW 6664. The public is welcome.

NOVEMBER 12 PH LIBRARY WINE AND CHEESE EVENT – Pleasant Hills Library, Old Clairton Road, Pleasant Hills, 7 to 9 p.m. Library celebrates its 66th anniversary with “Well Red: An Evening of Art, Literature, and Fine French Wine.” Art show and sale, live entertainment, a variety of French wines and cheeses for sampling, hors

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HOLIDAY TEA – Trax Farms, 528 Trax Road, Finleyville (Rt. 88 between Library and Finleyville), 11 am and 12 pm. Enjoy tea sandwiches, tea breads with flavored cream cheese, scones, Devonshire cream, fruits, desserts, and many varieties of flavored teas. Holiday basket raffle. For more information, call 412-8353246 or visit www.traxfarms.com.

d’oeuvres, non-alcoholic punch, desserts, souvenir wine glass, Chinese auction, jewelry sale, trivia contest, and more. Tickets are available at the library for $20 per pre-sale ticket and $25 at the door. All proceeds benefit the library. Local artists can participate; visit pleasanthillslibrary.org.

CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL FUNDRAISER – Howard Hanna’s Annual Children’s Hospital Fundraiser Tour beautifully renovated homes in Mt. Lebanon, followed by lunch, donated

by Luma Restaurant, at the Bower Hill Community Church. For more information, visit www.hhmtlebo4childrens.com.

PLEASANT HILLS ROTARY HARVEST FESTIVAL – Salvatore’s Banquet Hall, 5001 Curry Road, Baldwin. Doors open at 6 p.m., dinner follows at 7 p.m. Cost is $35 per person and $60 per couple, which includes a dinner buffet, beer, and soft drinks. A Chinese Auction will also be held. Proceeds benefit The Judy Weiss Memorial Education Fund. To make reservations or for more information, contact Event Chairman Bill Young at 412-848-9158 or byoung1942@yahoo.com.

CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOWCASE – Mon Valley YMCA, Rt. 88, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Proceeds will benefit the Monongahela Area Library. For additional information, please call 724-258-5409.

ANNUAL ENGLISH TEA – St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 130 W. Main Street, Monongahela, 4 to 6:30 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults and $3.50 for children. Dinner includes ham, potatoes, applesauce, green or baked beans, desserts, and beverages. Eat-in or take-outs are available. For more information, call 724-7792.

MONONGAHELA HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1966 GATHERING – Hey Andy’s, 1221 West Main Street, Monongahela, 7 to 11 p.m.

Informal fall meet-up. To RSVP or for more information, contact Sheryl Stark Cassell at 724-518-3464.

NITE AT THE RACES FUNDRAISER – Nativity Parish Gymnasium, Curry Road, South Park, 6 p.m. Hosted by St. Katharine

FALLINGWATER CHEF TALK – Peters Township Public Library, 10 a.m. Elsie Henderson, longtime cook for the Kaufmann family at Fallingwater, will discuss her life.

The 98-year-old’s adventures intertwine with recipes for the dishes she served there for 15 years in The Fallingwater Cookbook: Elsie Henderson’s Recipes and Memories, written by Suzanne Martinson. Copies will be available for purchase and signing after the presentation. Register to attend this program by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org, visit the library circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.

RUMMAGE/RECYCLING SALE – Westminster Church Recreation Center and Fellowship Hall, 2040 Washington Road, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The “bag sale” and half-price sale starts at 12:30. All proceeds benefit Presbyterian Women Mission Projects. For further information, call Marilyn Hayes at 412-831-5704.

NOVEMBER 12-13 INDOOR FLEA MARKETS – Trax Farms, 528 Trax Road, Finleyville (Rt. 88 between Library and Finleyville), 9 a.m. Vendors sell antiques, gifts, collectibles, clothing, apparel, hobbies, food, and much more in the events room. Free parking and free admission.

Vendors: For $30, get a 10x10 space for the entire weekend. Call 412-835-3246 Monday through Friday for reservations and more details.

NOVEMBER 13 HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER – New Eagle Fireman’s Recreation Hall, Chess Street. Doors open at noon, and activities start at 2 p.m.

Sponsored by the New Eagle Community Action Group. Activities will include Bingo, a Chinese auction, games of chance, great food, and much more. Children are welcome. For further information, please call 724-258-8284.

HOLIDAY CRAFT/VENDOR SHOW – Gill Hall Volunteer Fire Company, 1228 Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Crafters and vendors are needed.Contact Patti at 412-655-9285 or pfelix453@aol.com for an application or more information.

PSYCHIC READINGS – Gill Hall Craft Show, 1228 Gill Hall Road, Gill Hall Volunteer Fire Company, Jefferson Hills, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

There will also be a variety of crafters and vendors, a bake sale, Chinese Auction, and food.

SPAGHETTI DINNER – Broughton Fire Hall, 1030 Cochran Mill Road, South Park, 3 to 7 p.m. Grace Lutheran Church of South Park Township’s 32nd annual event. Dinner includes a salad bar, dessert, and beverages. A mini-bazaar and bake sale is also included at the event. Tickets are $8 for adults, $4 for children 5 – 12 years old, and children ages 4 and under are free. Tickets can be bought at the door; takeout is available.

NOVEMBER 14-15 HERITAGE PLAYERS AUDITIONS – Bethel Park Community Center, 7 to 9 p.m. For the comedy, “Bedroom Farce”; call backs are November 17, 7 p.m. Seeking actors age 20 and up. Cold readings from script.

Performance dates are Feb. 17-19 and 24-26, 2012. More info at www.heritageplayers.org or call 412-831-6800.

NOVEMBER 15 SOUTHWESTERN PA RN CLUB MEETING – Hamilton Presbyterian Church, 4500 Baptist Road, Bethel Park, 9:30 a.m. Speaker is Marian Belotti, RN, BSN. Her topic is Lupus. All registered nurses are welcome.

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NOVEMBER 17 FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PROGRAM – Thomas Presbyterian Church, 1068 Linden Road, Venetia, 5 to 6:30 p.m. All are welcome. In the case of inclement weather, call Patti at 724-941-6609.

SANTA ARRIVAL PARADE – Washington Crown Center, 1500 West Chestnut Street, Washington, 6 p.m. Santa arrives by a horsedrawn carriage led by the Trinity High School Marching Band, North Franklin Fire and Police departments, Moschetta’s Performing Arts, Claysville Fire Department, Washington Wild Things, ORP, and Rainbow the Clown.

Crafts and activities. Photos with Santa 9 p.m.

NOVEMBER 18 TRI-COMMUNITY LIGHT-UP NIGHT – Luminaries will light the way from Dierken’s Pharmacy to the Tasty Twist in New Eagle, 5 p.m. The Ringgold Marching Band and Monongahela/Donora Lions Club will lead Santa to his home in front of First Federal Savings Bank at 7 pm. Christmas trees, business open houses, baked goods, photos, entertainment, Shuttle bus available from Sheetz.

For more information, call 724-258-5919.

NOVEMBER 19 5K RUN/1-MILE RUN – Start at Allegheny County Fairgrounds at the bottom of the steps of South Park Cottage. 1-Mile for Fun (cost $15) will start at 9 a.m., and 5K Run (cost $20) will start at 9:30 a.m. Proceeds benefit South Park Hockey Association. Online registration at ww.signmeup.com/78654. To register, contact Susie Campolong at scampolong@verizon.net or call 412-854-2067.

DEVELOPMENT CIRCLE – The Chapel of Oneness, 345 Regis Avenue, West Mifflin, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Cara Seekings, medium, healer, member of Lilly Dale Spiritualist Church and its Board, and member of Lily Dale Assembly and its Board, will teach “Finding It In Spirit.”

Cost is $25. She also will present the Sunday service from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. For further information, call Rachael at 412-770-4961.

FALL FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON The United Methodist Women of Baldwin Community United Methodist Church are sponsoring a fall fashion show with luncheon on Saturday November 19th from 11 am to 3 pm. Fashion Tickets are $15. Reservations can be made by calling Dottie at (412) 8849434 or Barb (412) 653-4290.

HOLLY DAYS CRAFT SHOW – Claysville Community Center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. Everyone receives a free door prize. Chinese auction, coffee, and donuts.

Lunch buffet from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $8 per person. For more information, contact Gerri Claus at 724-663-5019.

JOY OF CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW – St. Louise DeMarillac School and Parish Center, Upper St. Clair, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission and one ticket for Chinese auction is $2. Over 100 crafters, homemade baked goods, homemade candy, lunch available. For more information, call 412-833-1010.

WHEELING ISLAND TRIP – Tour bus will leave Elizabeth Forward High School at 10 a.m. and return by 7:30 p.m. $35 per person (includes $20 in gaming coins and $5 in dining discounts). The greyhound races start at 12:30 p.m. Must be at least 21 years of age. To register, call 412-384-0905.

MADONNA CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL CASH/BASH/NIGHT AT THE RACES - Saturday, November 19, doors will open at 6 p.m. It will be held at Our Lady of the Valley Parish Hall, 2nd Street Ext. Donora.

Tickets are $20 and include dinner and refreshments. For more information or to buy tickets, call the school at 724-258-3199.

SANTA IS SHOPPING IN TOWN PARADE 6:30 pm. Santa will be escorted to his house by the Monongahela-Donora Area Lions Club. All merchants will be open in Monongahela and New Eagle. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. and go through 9 p.m.

NOVEMBER 20 VENDOR/CRAFT SHOW – Finleyville Community Center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Benefits Peters Township Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society. Vendors, Chinese auction, 50/50 drawing, food and drinks. For more information, call 412-831-7144 or email typedesigns1985@yahoo.com.

SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER – John McMillan Presbyterian Church, Bethel Park, 1 to 5 p.m. Fundraiser for Mike Trout, a Bethel Park Veteran who served for over 31 years as a Master Sergeant in the U.S. Marines. On June 29, he was critically burned in a house explosion and is now fully disabled and unable to work. $8 for adults and $5 for children under age 8; purchase at Evey Hardware,

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Video Doc Productions and Judy Murtaugh Dance Studio. For more information, contact Bryan or Pan at 412-835-0643.

FRONTIER THANKSGIVING – Oliver Miller Homestead, South Park, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. At 2:30 p.m. guests can meet at the log house to learn about a typical church service. Spinning, weaving, quilting, and blacksmith work. Tours of the Stone House, Log House, springhouse, forge, and barn. For more information, visit www.olivermiller.org or call 412-835-1554.

NOVEMBER 25-27 SANTA TROLLEY KICKOFF – Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 10am-5pm (last trolley leaves at 4). Through December 18, bring an unwrapped toy with a minimum value of $10 and receive a free admission. Trolleys and Toy Trains occurs during Santa Trolley as well as November 28, December 2-5, December 9-12, and December 16 from 10 am – 4 pm. $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (62+) and $6 for children ages 3-15; children under 3 are free.

Special family rate of $35 for up to two adults and four children. For more information, call 724-228-9256 or visit www.pa-trolley.org.

NOVEMBER 26 PSYCHIC FAIR – The Chapel of Oneness, 345 Regis Avenue, West Mifflin, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Variety of psychics/mediums/tarot card readers. Metaphysical items, books, jewelry, and gemstones for sale. Receive a lunch for a $5 donation to the Chapel.

HOME INTERIOR BINGO – Finleyville Food Pantry, Finleyville. Please bring new toys for our Christmas toy distribution and receive a free set of Bingo cards. For more information, call 724-258-7821.

LIGHT-UP NIGHT – Trax Farms, 5 to 8 pm. invites you to help us kick off the Christmas season and light our huge tree. Enjoy Santa and his elves, Kids Corner, crafts, coloring contest, games, displays, and special offers.

For more information, call 412-835-3246.

NOVEMBER 28-30 ATLANTIC CITY TRIP – Valley Seniors Club will travel to Atlantic City/New York City.

Lodging will be at the Tropicana in Atlantic City with a full day in New York City, including the Rockettes Christmas show at Radio City Music Hall and dinner at Carmines. For details, call Marlene at 724 258 3950.

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Finleyville Resident Angered Over Property Tax Increase Dear Editor, I would like to address either Francis L. King or the County Board of Taxes regarding their recent helicopter ride through Union Township.

Apparently, on the ride they seemed to discover a garage built by my father and I about 45 or 50 years ago. Allow me to explain how that big secret got out! Back around 1986, I moved my wife and I into a mobile home because my mother had developed a tumor on her brain. Dad and mom were growing a little old to handle things on a one-acre lot, so my wife and I moved in. About then, it was Mother’s Day so I bought my mother a porch swing off the Amish folks, which they had for sale over on Route # 51 (I think it was around $200).

Mom and Pap have since passed away—Mom not yet a year ago. And you know what I did? I built a sitting porch on the back of my mobile home and put Mom's old swing on it to watch the wild birds, which my Mom had all her life been interested in and so my wife continued with the same interest.

Now, although the county told me that this mobile home is only worth about $8,000 because it has no foundation, the Board of Supervisors decided, after their helicopter ride, that they should double my taxes because I built that porch and a garage they’ve never noticed in 50 years! My God, if I had built a house on the ground they might have had me arrested, if we had a police department, which we don't because the UT board decided we don’t need any policemen in our second-class township!

Why do we need five supervisors instead of three like Bethel Park, South Park, and Broughton? We don't have sewage because the board said nobody wants it. I see Coal Bluff Road and Patterson Road have sewage but not Pleasantview. Maybe if we had a politician living on our road we would?

Ronald Barwell, Finleyville

UT Supervisor Candidate Asks For Your Vote Dear Editor, Allow me to introduce myself—I am Brenda L. Cushey, and I am one of the Democratic Nominees for the position of Union Township Supervisor. As a lifelong resident, I bring common sense, energy, and a willingness to devote myself to public service in a township that I believe has a bright future and endless possibilities for growth. The time for change is now.

My goals and ideas for Union Township are to: • Implement all options to reinstate a local police service within parameters of the budget.

• Expand the facilities of the Union Township Recreational Park for recreational purposes for our children and the residents of the township.

• Open up possibilities to invite business and residential growth within the township. I encourage the residents to suggest ways to improve our township.

In closing, I ask for you to join me on November 8 and give me the opportunity to work for you on the Board of Supervisors of Union Township.

Thank you, and your support is greatly needed and appreciated.

Sincerely, Brenda L. Cushey

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“Santa is Shopping” at the Monongahela Area Library’s Craft Show The Monongahela Area Library’s Friends of the Library group is hoping that local crafters and vendors will find that this year’s “Santa Claus is Shopping in Town" event is an even better start to the holiday season than last year’s inaugural event.

On Friday, November 18 from 2 – 8 p.m., the Friends of the Library will hold a craft & vendor show on the main floor of the library in conjunction with the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce’s Santa Claus is Shopping in Town event.

The group is also planning on holding over the sale to the following day, Saturday, November 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. if the vendors are interested.

Crafters or vendors who are interested in joining the sale are asked to call Becky at 724-986-3247.

The sale will not be the only activity at the library during the holiday celebrations on Friday. A craft activity will be available for children from 5 – 7 p.m. For those who just want to get out of the cold while during the different activities sponsored the Chamber of Commerce, video entertainment and refreshments will be offered in the Activity Room of the library at 813 West Main Street.

For more information, call the library at 724-258-5409.

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Moose on Bikes Group Treks 100 Miles for Charity

By Mike Ference

Russ Martin, a member of the Elizabeth Moose and one of the organizers of the September 25 Moose on Bikes (MOB) 100-mile motorcycle run is pleased with the results – in more ways than one.

For the past six years, Martin admits that the event has been an off-again, onagain, affair. “I’m now convinced the bike run is here to stay. We’re wellorganized, and we’re already gearing up for our next run in June,” he said. “We raised over $500 for Moose Charities,” said Tina Richardson, who along with her husband and riding companion Terry Richardson made the 100-mile ride that started at the Elizabeth Moose and traversed the always scenic route to the quaint village of Ohio Pyle.

The weather was picture-perfect, Martin recalled. Over 60 riders on 40 bikes paid $10 to participate and stopped along the way at various sponsors’ establishments for refreshments and drawing a playing card with a chance the win a $200 leather motorcycle jacket for the best poker hand.

The sponsors included Elizabeth Moose, Mayor Ed’s Pub in Perryopolis, Dogwood Acres Bar in Ohio Pyle, Glassport Club 22 and Hot Rods, also in Glassport. Martin’s company, The Dart Shoppe, paid for the leather jacket that was won by Mrs. Robert Burnsworth of West Elizabeth. She regifted to her husband, who graciously accepted. Burnsworth was able to choose from a wide variety of jackets on the website leatherup.com.

Maybe the best part of the 100-mile run was the full-course barbecue that greeted participants after the ride was

Bikes line up, ready to roll, in front of the Moose during event registration.

Governor Paul Ruhl and Moose member Matt Sampson.

Timothy Stockdill (lodge trustee) and his daughter.

Riders congregate in front of Mayor Edz Pub in Perryopolis.

Riders enjoy the scenery at Ohio Pyle.

completed. Brothers Gary and Bernie Rule, chefs du jour, provided bikers with a feast of tangy barbecued chicken and pork chops and mouth-watering hamburgers and hot dogs with all the fixings,” said Bernie. “It was impressive to see all the bikers trail each other side by side as they gathered and parked their bikes for the last stop at the Elizabeth Moose,” said Gary.

“Moose Charities helps people nationwide. We finance everything from scholarships to putting food on the table, whatever is needed,” said Martin. “We make a difference.”

The next event is scheduled for June, so keep an eye on the Union-Finley Messenger for more details or visit www.mooseintl.org to learn more about Moose Lodges.

Elizabeth Forward Band Boosters Plan Wheeling Island Trip The Elizabeth Forward Band Boosters are sponsoring an excursion to Wheeling Island Casino and Racetrack on Saturday, November 19. The cost is $35 per person. The tour bus will leave Elizabeth Forward High School at 10 a.m. and return to the school by 7:30 p.m. Price includes $20 in gaming coins and $5 in dining discounts. The greyhound races start at 12:30 p.m. The trip is open to the public, and you must be at least 21 years of age to participate. For further information and to make your reservation, please call 412-384-0905.

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Fire Prevention and Pizza: Pleasant Hills Volunteer Fire Company and Vocelli Pizza Team Up Pleasant Hills Volunteer Fire Company members Sean Kundrat and Valerie Gatchell and Pleasant Hills Fire Chief Todd Pritchard set out to deliver pizza and fire prevention to Pleasant Hills residents. In addition to a surprise free pizza delivered by fire vehicle, they inspected current smoke detectors, installed new detectors, and/or changed batteries while there.

In celebration of Fire Prevention Week, Pleasant Hills Volunteer Fire Company and Pleasant Hills Vocelli again teamed up to deliver “Fire Prevention and Pizza” on October 10, 12 and 14 between the times of 7-11 pm. Randomly selected from Pleasant Hills Vocelli customer delivery orders on those dates, Pleasant Hills Fire Company picked up the order and delivered it by fire vehicle. The unsuspecting customer received his order at no cost while also receiving fire safety and prevention information and an offer to inspect his current smoke detectors, install new detectors, and/or change batteries. “This is the second time we have done this promotion with the fire department, and the residents love it.” says Jim Percy, owner of the Vocelli store. Firefighter Valerie Gatchell says, “This is a great way to promote fire prevention and to make sure our residents are going to bed safe each night. It’s a fun way to get out into the community and do good, all involved have enjoyed this annual event.”

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Sons of the Finleyville American Legion Post 613 Invites New Members Sons of the Finleyville American Legion Post 613 offers a special invitation for area personnel who are not veterans but whose father, stepfather, grandfather, or great grandfather is a veteran to join the organization. Post 613 will pay your first year’s dues. Give us a try, and we’ll make you feel welcome! We have a great Post with a dance floor, full kitchen for parties, and a regulation pool table. You will need a copy of Veterans 00214, and it doesn’t matter if they were in service at any point between 1800 – 2012. For more information, call Post 613 Monday – Friday, 3 to 10 p.m., or Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., at 724-3485608. Or call Jim Kegel from 12 – 5 p.m. at 724-348-9656, Monday through Saturday only.

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Trax Farms Hosts Holiday Tea Come join us Saturday, November 12 at 11 am and 12 pm for our Holiday Tea at Trax Farms. A pleasant tea is the perfect, healthy way to relax during the stressful holiday season. A beautiful spread of our delightful tea sandwiches, tea breads with flavored cream cheese, scones, Devonshire cream, fruits, desserts and many varieties of flavored teas will be available. There will be a holiday basket raffled, so come and join the fun! Make sure to come early or stay after the tea to browse our beautiful holiday displays. Store hours are Monday through Friday from 9 am to 8 pm and Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm. Trax is located at 528 Trax Road, Finleyville. For more information, call 412835-3246 or visit www.traxfarms.com.

Peters Township Library Announces Flat Screen TV Winner

Peters Township residents Wyatt and Grant Skillings drew the winning ticket for the 51” plasma TV raffled off by the Peters Township Public Library.

Winner Toni Sulkowski with her new 51” plasma TV, which was raffled off by the Peters Township Public Library.

The Friends of the Peters Township Public Library are pleased to announce that Toni Sulkowski of Peters Township is the winner of the 51” plasma TV that was recently raffled off as a fundraiser for the library. Sulkowski recently retired as Director of Technology, Peters Township School District. Sulkowski’s winning ticket was drawn by library patrons Wyatt and Grant Skillings of Peters Township.

The raffle raised nearly $1,000, which will be used to purchase new materials for adults and children. Library Director Pier Lee is “grateful for the community's support of this recent fundraiser.” Currently the Friends of the Library are sponsoring the sale of Enjoy 2012 Coupon Books. The coupon books are available at the circulation desk for $27; proceeds benefit the library.

Everyone is cordially invited to celebrate the traditional Light-Up Night festivities on Monday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m. in the Hospital’s Central Plaza.

Special visitors from the North Pole will spread good cheer and greet the children to welcome another joyous holiday season.

REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED.

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Soup and Stroll Brings 19th Century Christmas to Life For its fifth annual Candlelight Soup and Stroll to be held Sunday, December 4, the Peters Creek Historical Society is planning a variety of new holiday delights.

The Wright House Museum, 815 Venetia Road, Venetia, will host the event from 12:30 to 6:00 p.m. welcoming the public to a holiday event set in the 19th Century.

PCHS strives to create a unique offering, always slightly different from previous years. Emphasis this year is a lively event created for families of all ages to enjoy, Father Christmas greeted visitors in his red robe at the 2010 Candlelight Soup and Stroll and will make promising the awe of a return to a another guest appearance this year. childhood Christmas morning.

Visitors will enter by candlelit walkways, perhaps take a photo by the decorated old sleigh, then step into the 1816 Wright House trimmed with 19th century-style Christmas decorations.

Guests will spend Christmas in the 1800s, dining by candlelight and enjoying live music and a variety of homemade soups, breads and desserts in one of several of the museum’s decorated display rooms. This year’s festive sound will be the lively dulcimer music of Mary Ellen Stoops, a treat for all.

Visitors can then stroll both floors of the museum where costumed re-enactors will mingle with guests, and Father Christmas will be poised for photo opportunities. In the Charity Wright Room, guests will “awaken to the scene of the 19th century Christmas morning,” its presents, food, parlor games, costumed actors and a narrator. The “Nineteenth Century Christmas Morning Vignette” will be created by The Daughters of the Cause and the Ninth Pennsylvania reenactors. Guests can also stroll the award-winning grounds of the 1816 post-colonial farmhouse, home to the Museum of Western Expansion. A roaring fire in the 1780s restored log cabin provides a warm spot to gather. While strolling the grounds, the discerning eye may spot the Wright House’s secret attic entrances, speculated to be part of the area’s underground railroad system, a final glimpse before departing our 19th Century Christmas experience.

Admission tickets will be available at the door only. Takeout food will be available. For information, call 724-941-5710. The Museum of Western Expansion offers much to explore. Private and group tours may be arranged for a nominal fee.

Peters Creek Historical Society is a non-profit group relying solely on donations and fundraising to maintain the house museum.

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Homage to the Lowly Pumpkin Gram-ma working hard in One of the things synher kitchen—imagine a onymous with fall and giant processing plant with found in mass is pumpvats of some imaginary kins. Ah, the lowly pumpkin additive and men orange squash, how regin hair nets making your ularly are you abused? It pumpkin goodie.* seems that no matter Don’t get me wrong, there where you turn during are still things made with the fall season, somereal pumpkin but without thing that shouldn’t have the spices we have come to pumpkin in it, does. Or William “Wild Willy” believe are associated with does it?

Frankfort pie. The early settlers first Most beverages supposedly made with pumpkin are actual- served pumpkin as a squash either ly doused with pumpkin spices. In cubed and boiled or mashed. It was pumpkin pie, there may be a combina- enjoyed with salt and sometimes pepper tion of mace, allspice, cinnamon, nut- or mixed with other meats or vegetables. meg, and cloves. So, is it proper to say Once nutmeg was available, it was that we are actually getting pumpkin, or added to squash* and, to be quite honest, mostly all foods because it was an are we just getting these spices?

As I read through most of the ingredi- easy spice to acquire. Because most ents in many of the “fake” pumpkin meats were smoked and a strong spice food items, I’ve found that it is in fact was needed to cut through the smoky just the spice or processed canned layer that could build on taste buds, nutpumpkin that has been pre-spiced. (For meg was even used on meats.

Allspice, which is actually a berry, was reference when you see the * at the end of a sentence, I am making that gagging thought to be a combination of clove, face and shuddering.) So, don’t imagine cinnamon, and nutmeg, was the next

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big spice to be used, followed by cinnamon. All of these were ground and were used to overpower the taste of smoked foods. In light of this history, I recommend that manufacturers of these overspiced* foods take note and cut back.

With the influx of mass-produced cookies, breads, candies, soups, pasta, beers, and ice cream, nobody should want for a pumpkin or pumpkin spice fix.******** Sorry about that—I think folks who make pumpkin beer or ice cream should be roasted (you all know who you are, and shame on you!).

Let’s face it, this is an editorial column, and this is my opinion, but many of you will say that I have a valid point. I could even comment on the overuse of cinnamon during the Christmas holiday… really, am I right?

So in an effort to back up my accusations and bring home the issue, I offer you my recipe for pumpkin bisque soup.

To start, boil/drain three to four cups of fresh cubed pumpkin, and sauteé a

By Wild Willy Frankfort

medium onion, a large stalk of celery, and minced garlic in a pan. When soft, mix all with one cup of chicken stock, one cup of whole milk or half and half, and a quarter stick of butter, and place it in the frying pan on medium heat.

When it simmers, stir and mash up the pumpkin until it makes a thick broth. Now, taste it. If it’s sweet enough, fine. If not, add small amounts of brown sugar. If it begins to thicken too much, add more chicken stock, milk, or cream. The last step is to add two or three tablespoons of sour cream and blend or whisk until it dissolves. You can add salt any time you want; I wait to see how salty the stock and butter tastes and then add salt and black pepper at the end. I serve this with cheese biscuits, corn fritters, sunflower seeds, garlic croutons, and a nice Lager. Pumpkin at its finest!

Happy Thanksgiving, all! Remember our troops and service people who are far away and have none.

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South Park Area Meals-on-Wheels: Do You Know About Us? Hi! My name is Pam Mason and I’m the Operations Chairman of the South Park Area Meals-on-Wheels (SPMOW) Volunteer Committee. I was born and raised in Curry and now live in Jefferson Hills. I’m a lifetime member of Grace Lutheran Church, where I’ve served as church organist for over 44 years.

SPMOW is currently serving about 50-60 clients in the South Park, Bethel Park, Whitehall and Baldwin areas. It has recently come to my attention that some area residents don’t even know that we exist! This is an active and vital organization within our community, and I would like to answer some frequently asked and misunderstood questions about us.

Where are we located?

We are located at Grace Lutheran Church, 6810 Hilldale Drive. We currently serve about 50-60 people Monday through Friday. We operate every Monday through Friday except Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. (If these holidays fall on a weekday, a second meal, for the holiday, will be delivered the day before if needed by the client.)

Who qualifies for MOW? Anyone 60 or older with a physical or mental disability qualifies. Have you noticed your parents losing weight? Is arthritis or other ailment preventing a loved one from standing to prepare meals? Do your loved ones understand the concept of a balanced and healthy diet? Is your loved one on a low salt or diabetic diet? These are the clients we can help. It only takes a phone call to place someone on the SPMOW client list. A doctor, child, friend, loved one or social worker can make the call. We will ask for basic information like age, address, phone number, diet (regular, low salt or diabetic), and milk preference (whole, 2% or skim). For a diabetic diet or an allergy, a doctor’s prescription is needed. We are part of the Lutheran Service Society and Allegheny County Department of Aging and we follow their menu suggestions for healthy and nutritious meals.

How much do the meals cost?

We ask for a $20 per week donation.

This is only $4 a day, which doesn’t begin to cover the cost of the meals. We depend upon generous donations from our community organizations and businesses. Trax Farm, Giant Eagle and Panera Bread have been very generous and help us to keep our costs down. We also try to have fundraisers during the year to support the program. Private donations and memorials are also greatly appreciated.

What is served and when?

We serve each client two meals on Monday through Friday. One meal is hot (or occasionally cold) and we encourage our clients to have it for lunch, but it can be refrigerated and warmed in an oven or microwave for dinner. They are also given a bagged meal with a sandwich, fruit, juice, milk and dessert if available. Bread and butter is included with the hot meal. We occasionally include soup or salad. The meal usually arrives at their home between 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 am. No meals are served on the weekends. If your loved one needs meals only one, two, three or four days a week, this can be arranged. We do have clients who have a caregiver part of the week but need meals on the caregiver’s days off.

This can easily be done.

Who provides this service?

Volunteers! We are in constant need of volunteers to staff the kitchen and drive and deliver the food. If you have as little as two hours a week to donate, please call. We send out two people on each route. One of the greatest benefits of having MOW for a loved one is that they are checked on daily. If we find a problem with a client, their emergency contact is called and, if necessary, the police or paramedics.

If you know someone who might benefit from our program or if you would like to volunteer, call Tracy Kaczmarek, at 412-655-2255 between 8:30 and 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. You can also contact me, Pam Mason, with any questions or concerns at southparkmow@gmail.com. I’m looking forward to hearing from you!

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Monongahela High School Class of 1961 Enjoys 50-Year Reunion On August 6, 2011 the Monongahela High School Class of 1961 converged on the Ramada Inn in Washington to celebrate its 50-year reunion. It was attended by 48 class members and their husbands and wives. The Ramada Inn provided a buffet dinner, and a DJ played music from the 50s and 60s for the listening and dancing pleasure of the attendees.

John (Chip) McDonald generously provided all drinks. Margret Corbelli Hill read a prayer for the 34 known deceased members of the class. A special thanks goes to Diane Pergola Green, Deanna Greco Frola, and the other members of the committee that put together such a great reunion. A good time was had by all, and the class is looking forward to more reunions in the future.

Monongahela’s Class of 1961 had a nice turnout for its 50-year reunion in August. Attendees were: (row 1) Joann Cannoni DeSantis, Darlene Kramer Conway, Frances Recaldini Machi, Diane Pergola Green, Marsha Wood Barcelona, Margret Corbelli Hill, Deanna Greco Frola, Andrea Hudak Erimias, Joyce Pontier Porter, Linda Casler Pettus, (row 2) Mary Ann Barle Krivda, Joanne Muir Pattress, Sally Neal Vandivner, Mary Russak Haletsky, Jack Stephenson, Neil Toth, Cecelia Merolillo Wiltrout, Linda Sivie Lauder, Diane Lewis Arquillo, Vince Arquillo, Nancy Curdie Reaney, Frances Parish Bernard, Carol Lindberg Hamel, Don Sweeney, (row 3) Patty Milesky Allen, Clifford Leach, Joe Holman, Larry Milligan, Joe Anders, Bob Lauder, Emilie Khal O’keefe, Sylvia LaJevic Ay, Patty Wyne Compton, (row 4) Wayne Alldridge, Lou Martin, Carol Pieraccoili Sukel, Jeannette Toothman Yorke, Terry Balog, Darryl Porter, (row 5) Ron Coffield, Larry Leco, Larry Anders, Betty Dobosky Minor, Gerald Borrello, (row 6) Tim Hosac, Dan Miller, John McDonald, and Bob Knight.

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Holiday Wine Pairing: Try Some Tasty Wines Come join us at Trax Farms in Finleyville on Sunday, November 13 from 2-4 pm and learn which wines pair best with your holiday meals.

Guests will be served an appetizer, entrée and dessert with their wine as a knowledgeable representative from Arrowhead Wine Cellars discusses how to accentuate your holiday dishes with the perfect wines.

After the lecture and tasting, a free wine gift basket will be raffled off to attendants. Tickets cost $30 and must be ordered by Monday, November 7. Age requirement is 21 years old+, and proper identification is required. Since 1998, Arrowhead Wine Cellar owners, Nick and Kathy Mobilia, have been producing internationally recognized award-winning wines. Just last year, they won 25 awards in regional and international wine competitions across the country. Arrowhead uses only the finest European, Native and hybrid grapes. Mostly all are grown on the Mobilia's 250-acre farm in North East, PA. Store hours are Monday through Friday from 9 am to 8 pm and Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm. Trax is located at 528 Trax Road, Finleyville (Rt. 88 between Library and Finleyville). For more information, call 412-835-3246 or visit www.traxfarms.com.

Project Linus Chapter Opens in Washington County Project Linus, a volunteer organization that provides comfort and security to seriously ill and traumatized children through handmade blankets, has created a new chapter in Washington County. Amy Homler will serve as the chapter coordinator for the area. Her volunteer duties will include recruiting “blanketeers” to make new, handmade, washable blankets and afghans, as well as arranging with organizations such as hospitals, shelters, and social service agencies for distribution of blankets to children. “After my own daughter received a Project Linus blanket after a surgery in Cleveland Clinic after a long illness, I have been searching for a way to give ‘that feeling of love’ from a total stranger to kids who need it. When you have a sick child, you learn there are a lot of kids out there who are in need. Sometimes just the smallest thing can make a difference.”

Since its inception, Project Linus has grown tremendously and to date has delivered more than 1.5 million blankets. There are many opportunities to participate in this project in our area. In addition to individuals, churches, social groups, and senior centers, clubs such as 4H, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, and schools can coordinate projects to make blankets. For more information, please contact Amy Homler at haynkoltensmom@yahoo.com or visit www.projectlinus.org.

Steelers Ticket Raffle to Benefit Acorn Fund Washington County Community Foundation’s Annual Steelers Ticket Raffle is under way. Enter for $10 per chance to win 4 tickets (Section 224) plus limousine service to/from the Steelers vs. Bengals game at Heinz Field on Sunday, December 4. Winner is determined by the first validated PA Lottery number drawn at 7 p.m. on November 25. Proceeds benefit the Acorn Fund, which makes grants to local charities. Steelers tickets are donated by the raffle sponsor, the Observer-Reporter. For raffle tickets, call 724-222-6330, email awalz@wccf.net.

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Local Food Banks See an Increase in Demand

By Tracy Fedkoe

While most of us take our food on the table for granted, and will have a turkey for Thanksgiving, there are still too many families in our area that are struggling. Celebrating their 30th anniversary this year, the Greater Washington County Food Bank (GWCFB) is making up for some of what the economy is taking away. The GWCFB is a nonprofit organization that facilitates the collection, storage, and distribution of Debbie Land is supported by her employer Clearview Federal Credit Union to volunteer at food and grocery items for low income the Peters Township food pantry. families. The GWCFB has 36 pantries, which serve an average of 3,800 clients each month. In the past two years alone, they’ve had a 42% increase in families being served.

To qualify for food benefits, applicants must meet 150% of the federal poverty guidelines. Each family gets an amount of food proportionate to their size and picks it up once a month at a local distribution site. “We include fresh produce and baked goods when available,” said Lisa Nuccetelli, Executive Director.

Jane Long and Monica Mahla of Peters Township volunteer at the local food bank Pantry locations include Avella, Califorat Peace Lutheran Church. nia, Canonsburg, Charleroi, Finleyville, Monongahela, Peters Township, Washington, and more.

While the GWCFB receives some federal funding, they rely on donations to fulfill their increasing need. During the Great American Food Drive in August, 431,000 pounds of food was collected.

Local companies including Giant Eagle, Sam’s Club, Aldi, and Walmart also donate grocery items monthly.

The Peters Township Pantry is located in the Peace Lutheran Church off of Rt. Volunteers of all ages sort canned goods at the Greater Washington County 19 and it was very busy with volunteers Food Bank in Eighty four. and clients on the September 9th distribution day. They received enough monetary donations to give each family a Giant Eagle gift card along with their food allotment.

“We’re very blessed in this area with generous people giving their time and donations,” said Ruth Brosky, Co-Coordinator. Clearview Credit Union employees Debbie Land and Pattie Glinka work out of the McMurray branch and were supported by their employer to volunteer. Jane Long, of Peters Township also volunteers regularly. “It’s a chance to give back and get to know all of the great people coming here,” she said.

Volunteers are always needed at the GWCFB to help with packing and office duties as well as at the local pantries during distribution. More information can be found at www.gwcfb.org.

The Westmoreland County Food Bank serves over 7,000 families each month and their Mon Valley pantries include Monessen and Belle Vernon. Go to www.westmorelandfoodbank.org for details.

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Friends Organize Fundraiser for Bethel Park Veteran Burned in House Explosion Mike Trout of Bethel Park, a retired Marines master sergeant, served our country for over 31 years and endured all sorts of hazardous and critical situations throughout his service—he was even awarded the Bronze Star for his valor in combat. Now, due to an unfortunate explosion in which he was critically burned, Trout needs our help. On June 29, he was using a chemical to strip his basement floor when the chemical ignited in a flash-over explosion. Trout suffered third degree burns over 50% of his body. He is still under hospital care to this day and may be released in January if all goes well.

Today, Trout’s daily struggle is to get better, but prior to the accident he was barely surviving on his military pension. The community feels the need to help raise funds for him while he is hospitalized. We are very thankful that Senator Tim Murphy has taken such a personal interest in this situation and is looking into his military disability benefits, as Trout is now fully disabled due to injuries he received in the explosion. He is unable to work and has no local family, so his close friends from high school have organized this benefit to help him return to a normal life in his home. We want to show our love and compassion for a veteran who sacrificed so much for us by serving his country. This is your chance to say thank you to a veteran in dire need.

Would you please consider helping in any of the following ways?

• Attend his spaghetti dinner fundraiser (provided by Pasta Too) on Sunday, November 20 (it’s a Steelers’ bye week,) from 1 – 5 p.m. at the John McMillan Presbyterian Church, 875 Clifton Road, Bethel Park. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for children under 10.

• Help at the fundraiser dinner. Contact Bryan or Pam Kiefer-Rudolph 412-8350643.

• Make a financial contribution to Mike’s Recovery Fund (Huntington Bank, 2739 South Park Road. Attn: Anna Caruso for Clyde Michael Trout Benefit Fund).

Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at Evey Hardware (on Rt. 88), Video Doc Productions (on Rt. 88) and at the Judy Murtaugh Dance Studio on South Park Road. Call 412-835-0643 (Video Doc Productions) for more information.

Military Connections Accepting Donations for Soldiers’ Stockings Christmas is fast approaching. Even though some troops have been moved from Iraq, hundreds of thousands of troops are still in Afghanistan, Germany, and Kuwait. Military Connections’ Christmas Stocking Project is underway and we need your support. Please spread the word that the Troops still need supplies this holiday season! Each year, we ship Christmas stockings to soldiers and Marines stationed overseas; a $10 donation will cover one stocking. Suggested items to donate are granola bars, small canned goods with pop-top lids, candy canes, mints and gum, Pop-tarts, individual boxes of cereal, lollipops, Skittles, Starburst, small trinkets, power bars, single-serving Kool-Aid singles, single-serving powdered Gatorade, small toys, individual bags of snacks (pretzels, chips, cookies, crackers), batteries (AA or AAA), playing cards, Slim Jims, beef jerky, AT&T prepaid calling cards, and white athletic socks. For more information, please email militaryconnections@hotmail.com or mail monetary and supply donations to Military Connections, 312 Auburn Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. You can also drop-off items at Northwest Savings Bank, Route 88, Bethel Park, or call 412-496-8941.

Christmas Cards for Troops: Please remember that you cannot mail a Christmas card to “Any Wounded Soldier” or “Anonymous Soldier.” All forms of mail must have an individual name on the card or package. If you would like to send a card to a deployed service member, you can send your card to Military Connections for inclusion in the Christmas mailing.

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New Eagle Community Action Group Seeks Donations for Holiday Fundraiser The New Eagle Community Action Group is seeking donations towards their upcoming bingo/Chinese Auction event. Any item you can donate is greatly appreciated! They are specifically seeking gift cards and themed baskets or item of any value! Donors will be recognized with placement of their business cards with those items donated to promote those businesses.

The bingo and Chinese Auction will be held on Sunday, November 13th, from noon – 2 p.m. at the New Eagle VFD Social Hall on Chess Street. Please call 724-258-8284 if you would like to donate an item that needs to be picked up!

Photos Wanted for Elizabeth Historic DVDs Lynn McHolme is currently working on the second in her series of Elizabeth Borough Historic DVDs, titled “Third Street & Surrounding Areas.” This second DVD will include Third Street and the surrounding areas of Townhill, Walker Heights, and the lower end of Elizabeth.

McHolme would like to hear from anyone with old historic photos for possible inclusion; she can be reached at Rockwell's Red Lion Restaurant in Elizabeth, 412-384-3909 or rockwells@verizon.net. The first DVD in the series “Second Street Scapes” is still available for $10 and can be purchased at Rockwell’s. Proceeds from these DVDs benefit the Plum Street Sounds Like Summer free summer music series and the Monongahela River Chapter of the Lewis & Clark Heritage Trail Foundation.

Correction The Union-Finley Messenger incorrectly listed the website address for Steel City Chocolates in the October issue. The correct address is steelcitychocolates.com. We apologize for the error.

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Pleasant Hills Library Hosts Wine and Cheese Event

Triple B Farms’ Fall Pumpkin Festival Makes Autumn Colorful for Families

The Pleasant Hills Library will celebrate its 66th anniversary on Saturday, November 12, from 7 to 9 p.m., with a wine and cheese tasting party, “Well Red: An Evening of Art, Literature, and Fine French Wine.” The evening will also include an art show and sale featuring the works of many local artists, live entertainment, a variety of French wines and cheeses for sampling, hors d’oeuvres, nonalcoholic punch, desserts, a souvenir wine glass, Chinese auction, jewelry sale, trivia contest, and more. Tickets are available at the library for $20 per pre-sale ticket and $25 at the door. All proceeds benefit the library.

Local artists are welcome to participate in the art show and sale. The show will run through November 22, and entry forms are available online at pleasanthillslibrary.org. There are no entry fees.

Pumpkinland is always a crowd favorite.

Al-Mazing the Magician entertained the crowds.

Pleasant Hills Fall Leaf Collection Leaves for Pleasant Hills Borough will be collected on the following Wednesdays: November 2, 9, 16 and 23. Leaves must be placed in paper biodegradable bags. Plastic bags will not be accepted.

Riley, 2, just finished picking out her pumpkins from the huge assortment. Hayrides to the pumpkin patch were also available.

Sisters stop to say hi to Spookley the Square Pumpkin.

Triple B Farms in Monongahela provided entertainment for a lot of people during the month of October with their Fall Pumpkin Festival. There was something for everyone, as children had the opportunity to tour Pumpkinland and everyone could visit the pumpkin patch to choose a perfect pumpkin for making a jack-o-lantern. PHOTOS BY CRISTI CAUGHMAN

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Mid-Mon Valley Model Railroad Club Continues Holiday Train Tradition

By Tracy Fedkoe

With the area’s population increasing in age, programs such as Meals on Wheels (MOW) are growing. The Peters Township MOW cooks, packages, and delivers and average of 140 meals a day—Monday through Friday, even on holidays.

They started out 25 years ago with 30 clients, and their move to the Peters Township Fire Hall in January 2009 gave them more space to accommodate the increasing demand. With three staff cooks and 10 volunteers to prep and package the food, it’s a busy operation.

Delivery teams of two head out on nine different routes that span a huge area including Finleyville, Hendersonville, Eighty-four, Lawrence, and Union Township.

While some of the local Meals on Wheels are affiliated with a sponsor and required to use already-prepared foods, the Peters location cooks most of their meals from scratch. Lisa Owens is their head chef and makes sure that the meals are healthy, using fresh vegetables and fruits donated from Simmons Farm as well as baked goods donated from the Dairy Bar and Panera Bread.

Meals arrive hot between 10:30 am and noon and can be accompanied by a second cold meal consisting of a sandwich, fruit or vegetable, and beverage.

Soup is included every day and some of the favorite meals are roasted turkey, Salisbury steak, and Pittsburgh pierogies. Recipients pay a portion of their meals at $3 or $3.60 per day. “We don’t turn anyone away because they can’t pay,” said Susan Ruether, Coordinator.

Donations of food and money make up for the remainder of the cost. In fact, the renovation of the kitchen was provided by the Centimark Foundation, which included adding walls, a new cooler, volunteer lounge and more. The Peters Township Rotary Club recently donated a washer and dryer.

Realizing there is still a great need, they are ready to expand. “We want to grow and serve a wider area and are willing to stretch as far as drivers will go,” said Ruether. Volunteer drivers are needed and donations of packaged or

Volunteers pack food at the Peters Township Meals on Wheels, recently renovated in 2009.

Mid-Mon Valley scenery in train display awaits new visitors this holiday season.

Hot meals are packed assembly-line style by volunteers at the Peters Township Meals on Wheels.

Meals on Wheels is located above the Peters Township Fire Hall on E. McMurray Road.

unopened food will also be accepted.

Please contact Susan at mowpt1@verizon.net or 724-969-1000.

Celebrating their 40th anniversary this year, the Monessen Meals on Wheels program is made up of all volunteers and delivers hot meals five days per week to their surrounding area.

Food is prepared and packaged at Felicia’s restaurant on Schoonmaker Ave. and they serve an average of 35-50 people per day. “Helping others just keeps me going,” said Helen Guzensky, Chairman of the Board and 40-year volunteer. Additional volunteers are needed one day per week and can contact Barbara Farnsworth at 724-684-6373.

The Mid-Mon Valley Model Railroad Club in New Eagle is continuing its tradition of hosting a Holiday Open House. The doors will be open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from November 26, 2011 through January 8, 2012 except for Christmas and New Year's weekends. Hours of operation are 12 noon until 5 p.m.

This tradition started soon after the club found its first home in the 1980s. Each year, new generations are introduced to the hobby. Some visitors make the pilgrimage from out of state, while others are close neighbors. Some are brought in by a love of trains, others come with parents or grandparents, and still others find the club by accident.

The upper and lower levels of track and scenery are designed to evoke the history of the middle Monongahela Valley. The more mature visitors are likely to recognize scenes that no longer exist and younger visitors will derive joy from following numerous trains from room to room. The helix (spiral) track allows the trains to travel from the lower level to the upper level and back.

Historical artifacts from area railroads are on display and photographs line the hallway. Items of interest include trainmen lanterns, switch locks, tickets, timetables, caps, and signal lights. Visitors can observe the view from the cab of a model locomotive as seen by the model engineer.

The club members continue to work on the display using public donations for funding. A $1 per person donation is suggested. Potential new members can visit the website at www.mmvmrrc.org or inquire about membership guidelines and registration when visiting the facility. Membership is open to ages 10 and up.

Candidates must be National Model Railroad Association members.

For further information, contact S. Werner, club secretary, at 724-379-8584. The Mid-Mon Valley Model Railroad Club is located at 159 Main Street in New Eagle, PA.

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Santa Will Arrive on 100-Year-Old Streetcar to Kick Off Trolley Event Friday, November 25 will be a special day at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum when Santa trades in his sleigh for a 100-year-old Pittsburgh streetcar to kick off the Santa Trolley event at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum. Pittsburgh Railways streetcar #4145 originally entered service on November 25, 1911 and will carry Santa to the museum on the inaugural trip of the Santa Trolley. The historic streetcar’s running gear was recently fully restored to operating condition. The event will be held November 25-27, December 3-4, December 10-11, and December 17-18 from 10 am to 5 pm (last trolley with Santa leaves at 4 pm).

During Santa Trolley, children take a trolley ride with Santa and make sure that he has their Christmas list, while parents and grandparents enjoy caroling and the scenic view. After the ride, check out our large Lionel toy train layout featuring O scale trains Santa trades in his sleigh for a 100and trolleys in the Visitors’ Center and take a ride on the Yuletide year-old Pittsburgh streetcar to kick off Shuttle with our very own Mr. Conductor! The museum is the Santa Trolley event at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum on pleased to again participate in the “Toys for Tots” campaign.

November 25.

Through December 18, bring an unwrapped toy with a minimum value of $10 and receive a free admission.

Trolleys and Toy Trains occurs during Santa Trolley as well as November 28, December 2 & 5, December 9 & 12, and December 16 from 10 am – 4 pm. Come ride our festive trolleys that are decorated for the season, then come and see the beautiful multi-leveled Lionel toy train layout featuring many running trains and trolleys in our Visitor Education Center. Stop at the museum store for unique railway-oriented gifts. The final day the museum will be open in 2011 is Sunday December 18, after which we will be closed until March 30, 2012 when Bunny Trolley begins.

Admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (62+) and $6 for children ages 3-15; children under 3 are free. There is also a special family rate of $35 for up to two adults and four children. Admission includes trolley rides, exhibits, and the museum store.

Directions: Take I-79 to exit 41, Race Track Road, or take US Route 19 to Race Track Road. Left at Pike Street and then follow trolley museum signs approximately 3 miles to the museum. For more information, call 724-228-9256 or visit the website at www.pa-trolley.org.

McMurray Art League Presents Pop-Up Fall Art Show The McMurray Art League is pleased to present McMurray’s first PopUp Fall Art Show in the McDowell Shops next to the Dollar Tree. “Art From Around the Corner,” will feature framed original art, prints, photography, fine arts crafts, cards, jewelry, and gift items. The opening will be Friday, November 4, at 7 p.m., and the show will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily from November 4-13.

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PITTSBURGH RAILWAYS STREETCAR 4145 USHERED CITY THROUGH TRANSITION Former Pittsburgh Railways Streetcar #4145 was built in McKees Rocks in 1911 by the Pressed Steel Car Company and originally entered service on November 25, 1911, according to original company records. It was one of the last series of “high floor” streetcars, which were designed to pull unmotored trailers during peak periods. Passenger entry onto the vehicle was difficult because of the large motors and wheels. This classic streetcar helped Pittsburgh grow during the transitional period before, during, and after World War I when transportation shifted from horse-drawn wagons to automobiles. It carried passengers through the streets of Pittsburgh until the late 1930s when it was replaced by “low floor” cars and streamlined cars that eased passenger boarding. Car 4145 was one of the last of its kind in use when it was converted to a snow scraper car in 1940. The car was used in this capacity by both Pittsburgh Railways and the Port Authority of Allegheny County until 1966 when it was retired following the abandonment of streetcar service to Pittsburgh’s east end area.

It was acquired in 1968 by the Magee Transportation Museum in Bloomsburg, PA acquired the car in 1968 and restored back to its original passenger configuration. In 1974, Trolleyville USA in Olmsted, Ohio acquired, displayed and operated it until 2006. Most recently, Shore Lake Electric Railway Museum displayed it in Cleveland. It arrived at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in May 2009.

Its electric motors and running gear were overhauled and its wheels regauged (from standard 4’ 8 ” railroad gauge to Pittsburgh 5’ 2/12” broad gauge) at Lyons Industries in Ebensburg, PA.

SWPA Regional Science Bowl Registration Soon to Begin The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Energy Technology Laboratory (DOE/NETL) and the Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC), South Campus, invite your team to register for one of the premier scientific events for students - the Southwestern Pennsylvania Regional Science Bowl (SWPA)! The annual SWPA Regional Science Bowl will be held in 2012 and features a science and math competition as well as fabulous prizes.

Quiz tournaments are set up for high school and middle school divisions.

Registration opens on October 1, and all high school teams must be registered by January 13, 2012 and middle school teams by January 20, 2012. The high school science bowl will be held February 25, 2012, and the middle school science bowl will be held March 3, 2012. Finals for the top four teams from both age groups will be held March 7, 2012. The final competition will be held at NETL, located in South Park, PA. For more information, visit http://swpasciencebowl.com/. Become a fan of SWPA Regional Science Bowl on Facebook to receive valuable updates, deadlines, reminders, and other important information regarding the 2012 SWPA Regional Science Bowls. Then, face off against the other talented teams to see who represents the region at the national competition in Washington, DC!

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Hickory Apple Festival Always a Sweet Success

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Visit the ‘Let Freedom Ring’ Garden on Veteran’s Day

In spite of continual rain and cool temperatures that dampened spirits the weekend of October 1-2, the 28th annual Hickory Apple Festival sponsored by the Mount Pleasant Township Bags of applesfor festival-goers to take home are one of the popular items offered.

Volunteer Fire Company in the lovely village of Hickory went on as usual.

Heavy rains cancelled several popular activities, including the pie eating contest and apple bobbing, but those who braved the weather enjoyed a fun day in spite.

All enjoyed a great pancake breakfast, fresh baked bread, homemade bean soup, and apple goodies. Fresh picked apples, homemade apple pies, cider, and other apple treats were also available to take home to be enjoyed later. PHOTOS BY ALICE HARRIS

Fall is here, the leaves are changing, and before we know it the snow will be falling. Before the leaves and flakes start to fall, stop by and see the Let Freedom Ring Garden at the Bill Green Shopping Center at the Pleasant Hills Cloverleaf.

The Garden is beautiful this time of year.

Flowers are still in bloom and the foliage is starting to turn. The Let Freedom Ring Garden is dedicated to our service men and women and is tended by the members of the Pleasant Hills Garden Club.

The club is actively looking for additional members. We meet the second Monday of each month at the Pleasant Hills Borough Building, at 12:30 p.m.

Please remember our service men and women, Friday, November 11, 2011, Veterans Day.

NEED A NEW ROOF? Jean Landefelf exhibits broom and wheat weaving at the working crafts booth and also offered many beautiful natural items she made.

Peggy Kotyk offers colorful T-shirts and hats celebrating this year’s Hickory Apple Festival.

Earl Schriver and his Birds of Prey are a favored exhibit anywhere they go. Hickory Apple Festival was one of the last chances to see Earl and his birds, as he is retiring from exhibiting this year.

Dressed for cold and rain, Jeff Wagner and Debbie Clark exhibit working vintage machinery including an antique Matag washer.

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2nd Annual John Barbero Memorial Auction Slated for November 6 The Mon Valley YMCA, in association with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Highway Appliance, is announcing the date for 2nd Annual John Barbero Memorial Auction for Sunday, November 6 from 1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mon Valley YMCA. John was an educator for 30 years and touched the lives of many students during his career. He was also a familiar voice to the fans of the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Last year Jerry Zahand, a board member of the Y, a childhood friend of John and an avid Pens fan, asked the Board hold to the event in Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory to award a scholarship in Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to a local high school student majoring in education or journalism. The event was so successful two scholarships were awarded.

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with pizza, beverages and treats included in the price of a $5 ticket.

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities include face painting, balloon art and visits from a number of mascots.

Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door that Sunday.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s live auction promises to offer excitement with a Penguins game helmet signed by the team in a Lucite display case, a Nemacolin Woodlands Resort package including golf for four at Mystic Rocks, meals and overnight accommodations, a Steelers tickets package, and a Penguins tickets package going on the auction block to the highest bidders.

Over $5000 in cash and giveaways begins at 1:30 p.m. and continuing on the half hour with a flat screen TV and stand, 4 Pirate Lexus Club tickets, a Mon Valley YMCA Family membership for a year and cash prizes.

Other opportunities for goodies will be available with rows of tables filled with silent & Chinese auction items, gift baskets, gift certificates for goods and services and autographed sports memorabilia. All donations are welcome. To become involved or to donate auction items please contact Executive Director Jeff Vitale at 724-483-8077.

One Day to Acknowledge Two New Publications: Monongahela Area Historical Society Celebrates History of City with Release of Books Join us as we gather at the Monongahela Area Historical Society for the release of two great publications - Images of America: Monongahela City and Taste of History â&#x20AC;&#x201C; celebrating all things that are Monongahela City on Saturday, November 5 from 1 - 4 p.m. at 230 W. Main St. This reception features samplings of specialty items featured in the Taste of History cookbook. Images of America: Monongahela City is co-authored by Susan M. Bowers and Laura M. Magone. Books may be pre-ordered at www.monongahelahistoricalsociety.com.

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by ROGER DOLANCH Broker/Owner Century 21 Realty

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“as is.” It is less expensive to pay cash for many reasons, not the least of which is overall savings.

You save at the settlement and you save all of the interest and mortgage insurance normally paid over a 15- or 30-year term for the life of the mortgage.

How can people afford this? Other than being born into a wealthy family, there are many ways!

Some people are investors seeking to “flip” a property for profit.

Others have inherited the money. Some have benefited from savvy investing.

Many have successfully invested in other homes, allowed them to appreciate, capitalized on that and are now downsizing. Maybe someone has won a settlement via divorce or lawsuit.

Another group has simply worked hard and saved their money for years! Then, there are the people that earn large salaries, such as professional athletes, inventors, corporate executives, and the like. Oh, and let's not forget the one or

Cold Hard Cash Of the 45,987 closings reported by West Penn Multi List for the last 24month period in all counties in its service area, 12,487 are reported as cash transactions. Prices of these cash sales ranged between a modest $1,995 to a whopping $4,500,000.

People are paying cash 27% of the time to buy real estate in Western Pennsylvania—a very interesting development considering the current economic conditions.

So, cold hard cash still works, especially when the property is being sold

CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty Realtors of the Month CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty is proud to announce for the first time a four-way tie for production for September! We wish to recognize the accomplishments of Ellen Brawdy, Joyce Hann, Tom Jolley and Craig Odlund for their individual and collective results. The best just keep getting better!

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two people that hit the lottery! The point is, there are many different ways for people to earn money.

Another very important issue affecting the number of cash transactions is the foreclosure market. Almost all foreclosures are sold “as is.” Many of these properties are in such bad condition that they are simply not able to be financed, even with a “rehab” type of loan. The lender needs to make sure that the property itself will last a reasonable period time, excepting normal maintenance items.

Cold cash works when there is no financing involved, but what happens when someone has only a portion of the cash to put toward a property purchase?

You may think that simply having enough cash is good enough to put toward a down-payment or closing costs, but it is not! We periodically encounter hardworking people who have stored their money someplace other than a bank or investment. Maybe they have it hidden in a safe in their home, in their garage, or even buried away someplace they deem to be secure.

The challenge then becomes providing

a paper trail for verification purposes.

Lenders are required to verify and document everything. This means they have to be able to obtain paperwork from a viable legal institution that states where the money is being held and how much is available. Saying to a lender that you saved the money over the last 20 years by hiding it under your mattress will not be good enough for the purpose of securing a loan!

So does cash still work? The answer is: absolutely! But when the need exists to borrow additional money, be prepared to play by the financial rules! For additional assistance, feel free to call any of our CENTURY 21 Sales Professionals for expert guidance and access to every property available for sale in your area.

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Representative Saccone Hosts Morning Coffee and Conversation in Elizabeth

By Alice Harris

A full house met State Representative Rick Saccone for a “Morning Coffee and Conversation” forum at Rockwell's Red Lion Restaurant in Elizabeth on October 7.

In addition to presenting a program on current government-related issues affecting the State of Pennsylvania and the 39th Legislative District, Saccone fielded many questions from a highly informed audience on subjects including tax reform, welfare issues, senior concerns, government pensions, budget, and more.

Residents were pleased for the opportunity to speak with Representative Saccone face to face and have their concerns addressed personally.

Representative Saccone's website is: http://www.repsaccone.com/. As his site is continually updated, constituents can keep up to date with all that is going on in the district and Pennsylvania government. The site includes links to Saccone’s Facebook page and other information. PHOTO BY ALICE HARRIS

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Breast Cancer Survivors Honored Between Games RYAFA Recognizes Tough Fighters and Big Winners

Derez Tyree and Mary Ann Anselmino.

The ladies were escorted by six handsome football players.

By Paul Chasko

The resounding applause heard in Joe Montana Stadium a few weeks ago on a sunny Sunday afternoon was, unusually, not for an athletic event.

Sandwiched between two football games hosted by the Ringgold Youth Athletic Football Association, six ladies were being recognized for their courageous battle with breast cancer.

With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Shelly Petrosky, Secretary/Treasurer of the RYAFA (among many other duties), thought that one of the scheduled game days would be a great opportunity to bring breast cancer awareness to the next generation of fighters in the battle against it. So, the four Ringgold teams on the field that afternoon wore pink socks and T-shirts under their pads, and their cheerleading squads worked pink pompoms into their half-time routines in recognition of breast cancer awareness month. Petrosky and others were happy to answer the kids’ questions about the significance of wearing some-

Escorting the ladies were football players Isaac Petrosky, Patrick Moorby, Jordon Briscoe, Skylar Sholl, Derez Tyree, and Chacar Berry.

Marge Hunter, Mary Ann Anselmino, Gloria Graham, Sally Browning, Barbara Homer, and Barbara Bishop were recognized as breast cancer survivors between two games at Joe Montana Stadium.

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On completion of the Termite flag game, a ceremony was conducted on the 50-yard line. Six young football players lined up as six area breast cancer survivors were introduced to fans and friends in the stands. Each of the ladies received a gift package from their player/escort as well as a big hug.

Comments heard from the ladies were fairly consistent. They were so happy to be there and thanked God and their families for the support they received during their ordeal. Another theme heard from several of the ladies was that early detection through mammograms allowed them to end up on the winning team. The ladies recognized were Mary Ann Anselmino from New Eagle, Gloria Graham from Elizabeth Township, Barbara Bishop from Homer City, Marge Hunter from Carroll Township, Sally Browning from Carroll Township, and Barbara Homer from New Eagle.

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Kids and parents are amazed as a car is cut apart with the Jaws of Life.

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Nicholas Faust and Cody and Matthew Behanna gather up a fireman’s hat and other handouts.

Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department Hosts Open House Attendees Enjoy Tips and Treats

By Paul Chasko

As is customary during National Fire Prevention Week, the Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department held an open house for area residents. The event was held October 12, and there was a fair attendance even through a light rain. Young children seemed to have the best time and were fascinated by all the big trucks, flashing lights and shiny equipment.

The Finleyville firemen demonstrated hands-on training in the use of fire extinguishers and throughout the evening demonstrated how the Jaws of Life equipment was used to cut apart an automobile body to rescue entrapped passengers. It’s always

interesting to see how effortlessly doors and the roof of an automobile can be removed if necessary to gain access to injured passengers. It’s comforting to know that this equipment is available to our firefighters that respond to automobile accidents. Other equipment was on-hand for view and demonstrations. There were plenty of firemen on hand in full fire gear getting up close and personal with the kids. This is important, as children have been known to run away from firemen in burning buildings as they look so intimidating in their fire equipment.

The social hall was open to visitors who were treated to hot dogs, cookies and beverages. It was an interesting evening, especially for the kids and CT Auto Recyclers, which graciously donated and delivered the car and got it back - in pieces.

Pennsylvania American Water Lowers Fluoride Level in Allegheny and Washington County Systems Pennsylvania American Water announced recently that it has reduced the level of fluoride in the drinking water supplied to its Allegheny and Washington County customers along with those serviced by its Uniontown, Fayette County, system. The change is based on recommendations issued January 7, 2011, by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

“After evaluating the latest research behind the agencies’ recommendations, we contacted the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to request permission to reduce the fluoride level, and DEP granted our request,” said Paul Zielinski, senior director of water quality and environmental compliance, Pennsylvania American Water.

Zielinski said the target level for these systems is now 0.7 milligrams of fluoride per liter (mg/L) of water, as recommended by HHS and EPA. Previously, the target level

was set at 1.0 mg/L. Pennsylvania American Water serves more than 220,000 customers in the southwestern Pennsylvania communities now receiving reduced levels of fluoridation. In January 2011, federal officials issued new recommendations “based on recent EPA and HHS scientific assessments to balance the benefits of preventing tooth decay while limiting any unwanted health effects. These scientific assessments will also guide EPA in making a determination of whether to lower the maximum amount of fluoride allowed in drinking water, which is set to prevent adverse health effects.” He added that Pennsylvania American Water is neutral on the issue of fluoridation of drinking water supplies. The company’s position is to abide by the wishes of the communities it serves regarding whether fluoride is added to the water supply. If residents have additional questions about fluoride, the company recommends that they consult their dentist or physician.

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Ringgold Junior Remembers Her Father and Other Veterans Through Senior Project

By Heather Kelley-Latorre

Sami Pattillo, a junior at Ringgold high school, is taking her senior project very personally—she’s working to have a wreath placed on every veteran’s grave at Arlington National Cemetery, including that of her father, Samuel Pattillo, who died while in the Navy before she was born. Wreaths Across America (WAA), with which Pattillo is working for her project, has been on a mission to “Remember, Honor and Teach,” carried out in part by placing wreaths on veterans’ graves. The organization also sponsors simultaneous ceremonies during Sami Pattillo, a junior at Ringgold the holiday season at locations all over the High School, was six months old when country and beyond. Pattillo will travel to she visited her father’s grave in Arlington Washington DC, on December 10 to assist National Cemetery in 1995. He died while in the Navy before she was born.

WAA with placing the wreaths on the more Pattillo hopes to help Wreaths Across than 300,000 graves at Arlington and will America cover her father’s grave and personally honor her father in this way. every grave at Arlington with a wreath Also on that day at noon EST, simultaneous during the holiday season this year. wreath laying ceremonies will occur at over 570 locations all across the world. For the last 20 years, WAA has held ceremonies at over 500 locations in the USA and 24 offshore sites. There is no charge to conduct or attend WAA ceremonies.

Please consider supporting this fund raiser so that every soldier will be remembered in Arlington; each wreath is $15. If you wish to support this cause and would like to help meet this year’s goal, please mail a check made out to Wreaths Across America by Sunday, November 13, to Sami Pattillo, 3500 Center Avenue, Finleyville, PA 15332. For more information, call 724-348-5677. If the deadline is inconvenient for you, fundraising will continue beyond with donations going toward the 2012 wreath ceremony. For more information about the WAA, visit www.WreathsAcrossAmerica.com.

Services Provided for Victims of Domestic Violence Peace begins at home. As long as there is one woman living in fear of her partner, it is one too many. No one deserves to be abused, and Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA can help. We provide safe, confidential services for victims of domestic violence. Our hotline answers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We offer safe, temporary shelter and support services. It doesn't matter if you are in an abusive relationship or have already left one; Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA’s empowerment counseling can help you. Our individual empowerment counseling provides one-on-one counseling, information and referrals, and advocacy (general and legal). Please contact us in Washington County at 724-223-9190 or 1-800-791-4000, in Greene County at 724-852-2463, or in Fayette County at 724-439-9500 to learn more. Together, let's break the cycle of domestic violence.

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Upcoming Events at Oliver Miller Homestead in South Park The Oliver Miller Homestead, a historic landmark and Whiskey Rebellion site, is located on Stone Manse Drive, just off the Circle on Corrigan Drive in South Park.

For more information and a map, visit www.olivermiller.org or call 412-835-1554.

November Twilight Experience Come experience the atmosphere of the Oliver Miller Homestead at twilight as you wander the grounds of this fine old home at the end of the day. The homes, buildings, and grounds will be lit by candles and lanterns, and the Miller family and their friends will be seen as they rest and prepare for the end of the day. For one Sunday only, November 6, the Homestead will be open from 4:30 until 7:30 p.m.In November of 1794, the Miller family and their neighbors were deeply involved in the events of the Whiskey Rebellion.

Some family members had fled, and others were unsure of their fate. Soldiers were camped nearby, and their plans were unknown. The gentlemen will sit around the fire pit to discuss the politics of the day and wonder about what course they should follow. In the Stone House, the ladies will also discuss these events and as they stitch, cook, and share neighborhood news. Violinist Greg Evans will stroll the grounds, providing background music for guests.

On the porch of the Stone House, guests may purchase warm cider and cookies of the type appropriate to the Miller times. Guests can also learn how to start a fire with a striker and flint and make balls for shooting. The forge will be open and working, and the barn will be open and will hold displays relative to the Whiskey Rebellion. Docents in eighteenth century dress will discuss the times and answer questions from our visitors.

Homestead Hosts Frontier Thanksgiving An 18th Century time of visiting and thanksgiving for the harvest will be observed at the Oliver Miller Homestead in South Park on Sunday, November 20, from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Long before President Lincoln made Thanksgiving a national holiday, it was common for the frontier people to gather sometime after the harvest to give thanks and visit before winter set in. The “Miller family” and their friends (volunteers dressed in period attire) will prepare and display foods common to the times using the open hearth. Past celebrations have included dishes such as colonial game pie, roasted venison, and pumpkin soup.

At 2:30 p.m. guests are invited to meet at the log house to learn about a typical church service of the late eighteenth century. The “Rev. John Macmillan,” an eighteenth century minister will be present with Biblical readings and a portion of his actual sermon from 1780.

Historic crafts such as spinning, weaving, quilting, and blacksmith work will be demonstrated. Tours of the Stone House, Log House, springhouse, forge, and barn will be given throughout the afternoon.

McMurray Rotary Hosts Annual Charity Gala McMurray Rotary Annual Charity Gala will be held on Saturday, November 5 at Rolling Hills Country Club from 6-11 p.m. The event will include a live, silent, and Chinese auctions, plus wine tasting, dancing to the music of Steve Fazzini and his band, and the ever-popular golf ball toss.

For information, contact info@mcmurrayrotary.com, or Adam Provance at 724-884-5553, or visit www.mcmurrayrotary.com.

Upcoming Events at Trax Farms Holiday Turkeys Order your fresh, locally-raised Pound’s turkeys for Thanksgiving at Trax Farms. The turkeys are raised the oldfashioned way, without any hormones, antibiotics, salt, or other additives. Trax Farms and Pound’s Turkey Farm have a combined 216 years of old-fashioned tradition, making us the perfect choice for a great, traditional, and healthy Thanksgiving. This season, we anticipate that our turkeys will range in size from 12-14 pounds (smallest) through 26-28 pounds (largest). Please order in even pound ranges. To order, call our deli at 412.835.3246, ext. 110.

ing, apparel, hobbies, food, and much more in our events room. Whether you’re just browsing or ready to buy, there is something for everyone! Free parking and free admission make this the perfect excuse to get the entire family out of the house. The flea markets start at 9 am on Saturdays and Sundays, November 5-6 and 12-13.

Vendors: there’s only 40 spots available, so call to reserve your spot ASAP! For only $30, you get a 10x10 space for the entire weekend. Call 412.835.3246 Monday through Friday for reservations and more details.

Black Friday Blowout Sale Holiday Tea Come join us Saturday, November 12 at 11 am and 12 pm for our Holiday Teas at Trax Farms. A pleasant tea is the perfect, healthy way to relax during the stressful holiday season. There will be plenty for the sweet tooth, too. A beautiful spread of our delightful tea sandwiches, tea breads with flavored cream cheese, scones, Devonshire cream, fruits, desserts and many varieties of flavored teas will be available. There will be a holiday basket raffled, so come and join the fun! Make sure to come early or stay after the tea to browse our beautiful holiday displays.

Live Wreath Booth Trax Farms’ live wreath booth opens November 16! Stop by and watch us create beautiful live wreathes, swags, garland, and centerpieces. Choose from pre-made or custom creations, with bows and embellishments on wreaths and other greenery available upon request. We also offer a large selection of boughs and assorted roping. Orders taken after November 16 will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis until the week before Christmas while supplies last.

Indoor Flea Markets If you are looking for a unique Christmas gift for yourself or loved one, you’re sure to find it during Trax Farms’ Indoor Flea Market. Besides our over 20,000 square feet of unique, surprising merchandise, you will find vendors selling antiques, gifts, collectibles, cloth-

Trax Farms will host its Light-Up Night and Black Friday Blowout Sale on Friday, November 25, from 7 am to 11am. The store is open until 8 pm on Black Friday, and shoppers will enjoy 35% off all items in the entire store.

Light-Up Night Trax Farms invites you to help us kick off the Christmas season and light our huge tree! Light-Up Night is on Saturday, November 26, from 5 pm to 8 pm. Trade the traffic and headaches of downtown’s light-up night for the simple pleasures of a traditional night on the farm. Santa and his elves arrive at 5:30 pm, then you can stop at the Kids Corner to visit with Santa, enjoy other Christmas activities, make a craft, color a picture for our coloring contest, guess the candy canes and more… Browse our beautiful Christmas displays, try samples throughout the store, and enjoy special offers and discounts on this night only! Refreshments will be available for purchase in the Garden Café. Make Trax Farms your Christmas family tradition!

For more information on any of these events, call 412-835-3246 or visit www.traxfarms.com.

Regular store hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 am-6 pm, and Sunday, 9 am-6 pm. November store hours are 9 am to 6 pm until Monday, November 21; 9 am - 8 pm November 22 to 30 (Sundays, 9 am -6 pm). The store is closed for Thanksgiving on November 24. Black Friday Blowout Sale is 7–11 am on November 25.

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Jefferson Hills Residents Love Fall Festival!

Jefferson Hills Borough Fall Festival took place on Saturday, October 15 from 1-5 p.m. at the Jefferson Hills Borough Building and grounds. Many residents attended to enjoy the fall weather and the many activities offered at the event.

Four-year-old Charlie Lavrinc enjoys hunting through the straw for Halloween surprises.

Three-year-old twins (left) Alexa and (right) Devin Wagner show off their brand new library cards that they applied for at the library table at the festival.

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State Representative Rick Saccone (left) and his wife, Yong, stop to say hi to Jefferson Hills Borough Mayor Michael Green and his wife, Karen. Mayor and Mrs. Green took photographs in the fall setting of families at the event.

Library Director Jan Reschenthaler and staff member Maureen Edinger enjoy talking to many the several hundred guests who attended the Saturday-afternoon event. Proceeds of the Fall Festival will benefit the library.

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PT Rec Department In Search of a Large Live Pine Tree The Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a donation of a large live pine tree by November 7 for the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Library Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Holiday Party on Sunday, December 4. If you have or know of someone that could donate a pine tree for this occasion, please contact Becky Goodwin-Sopko, Recreation Secretary, at 724-942-5000 or email recreationsecretary@peterstownship.com.

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Local Firefighters Honor Fallen Brothers

By Paul Chasko

Each year during National Fire Prevention Week, firefighters gather at various memorial services to honor their brothers and sisters who have passed on – some in the line of duty. As is the custom, the memorial service for Washington County Area firefighters was held at the Washington County Firemen’s Association Training Facility near Houston, PA. The ceremony was held on Sunday, October 9, honoring men who passed away during 2010.

Also honored were firefighters from nearby fire departments having reciprocal coverage arrangements with Washington County departments and several other fire companies from Ohio and West Virginia.

The memorial sits on a grass-covered hillside overlooking the training area and is fronted by a walkway of bricks engraved with the names of firefighters in memory of their service. At this service, family members placed seven new bricks in the walkway. At least 12 fire departments, including Finleyville and

The Firefighters Memorial and Walkway of Honor.

Ceremonial wreaths were placed at the memorial.

Charleroi, were in attendance as were Service Motorcycle Clubs the Red Knights (Chapter 13) and Blue Knights (Chapter 16).

Washington County Commissioners Diana Irey Vaughan and Larry Maggi were guest speakers. The color guard led by bagpiper David Olson passed under the aerial ladders of two fire trucks supporting a large American Flag as they approached the memorial site.

Valarie Schnore opened the ceremony with the Star Spangled Banner and WCFA President Jerry McClain Jr. welcomed guests. Other speakers were Pastor Steve Parkhill of Canonsburg and WCFA Chaplain George Coleman Jr. A bell was tolled as each name added to the honor roll was called—a moving

ceremony. The roll call of duty death included the following:

Monongahela Hosts Tri Community Holiday Light Up Celebration The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the Tri-Community Holiday Light-Up Celebration, which will be held on November 18 starting at 5 p.m.

Entertainment will be provided from local DJ’s and Acoustic performers. Luminaries will light the way from Dierken’s Pharmacy to the Tasty Twist in New Eagle, PA. Many Christmas trees will be also on display in the community and decorated by school students. Shuttle bus service will be available from Sheetz to New Eagle Bakery. Most local businesses will be hosting open houses and raffles with prize give-aways.

Santa will be led by the Ringgold Marching Band and Monongahela/Donora Lions Club to his home in front of First Federal Savings Bank at 7 p.m. Grilli Studio will be available to take your picture with Santa.

The Library is hosting a vendor/craft show and will provide holiday movies for children. The Historical Society will host a bake sale. Also available are Monongahela-themed ornaments.

The Dance Company by Miss Lori of New Eagle will be entertaining throughout the Community. Hill’s restaurant will provide hot chocolate and pie. Eat N Park will provide cookies.

For more information, please contact 724-258-5919.

Pennsylvania: Firefighter John Polimine Firefighter James Gumbert Fire Police Donald Mellott Firefighter Douglas L. Smith Firefighter Richard L. Springman Firefighter Douglas Farrington West Virginia: Firefighter Donald Atkins III

Washington County Commissioners Diana Irey Vaughan and Larry Maggi waited to address attendees.

Ohio: Lieutenant Joseph McCafferty Paramedic John Moore Lieutenant Edward D. Teare Firefighter Leo Powell Firefighter Ryan Sietz Firefighter Robert Hall Firefighter Daniel C. Wilson Lieutenant Kevin Quinn The ceremony closed with the playing of Taps and the “striking of three fives” on the fire bell – a ceremonial indication that the above men have answered their final call.

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Cemetery Hill Cleans Up Its Act Thanks to Volunteers

The Monongahela Rotary Club, along with Ringgold Interact, is responsible for cleaning litter along Rt.88 (Cemetery Hill) twice a year. The fall clean up was held on October 8th. Shown are members of the club who participated.

Front row: President, Sandy Davis and Johanna Kokoska. Second row: Jeff Vitale, Tom Graney, Chief Paul Brand, and Marshall Marra. Not pictured is Lisa Tomosky, who was taking the picture.

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NEWS FROM THE MONONGAHELA WOMEN'S CLUB The Monongahela Woman’s Club met on Monday, October 10, 2011. The meeting was brightened by place settings, centerpieces, and flavored desserts with an autumnal theme. The refreshment committee served pumpkin cake, pumpkin squares, fruit-nut mix, apple cider, coffee, and tea.

Centerpieces consisted of arrangements in fall colors and sported pink ribbons in honor of October’s designation as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Prior to the meeting, Greg Tokar of the Pennsylvania American Water Company spoke to the members. Mr. Tokar told the members that Monongahela is part of the Pittsburgh District, and is one of four districts that serve customers throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania.

He addressed questions regarding Marcellus Shale drilling, water quality, repair of aging waterlines, and customer service provided through the water company. Following the presentation President Marcia Barna thanked Mr. Tokar for addressing the members.

During the meeting, several upcoming events were discussed. Events include the “Paw-o-ween Pet Parade” on October 29, 2011. The committee is asking participants to pay a registration fee of $5.00, and to donate a pet food product. All pet products collected will be donated to a local animal shelter.

Members were also encouraged to join committees for a calendar party which

will be held in March, and for the Senior Girls’ Tea which will be held in the spring. Other upcoming events include the Member’s Christmas Party which will take place on the regular meeting night of December 12, 2011, and the May End of Year Banquet.

Once again, members will take orders for homemade cranberry jalapeno jelly.

This fundraiser takes place in the fall and orders are being taken that will be filled during the months of November and December. Members are also selling Sheetz FUNdraizer books. These books have coupons for various items that can be purchased at Sheetz; the proceeds will provide funds for several projects including the Monongahela Woman’s Club Scholarship fund.

The meeting concluded with devotions by Betty Brooks. She said that fall is a beautiful season and reminded members to take time to enjoy the sights and sounds of the season as they travel around. She also encouraged members to take time to laugh and enjoy the treasures that life offers.

As the meeting concluded, President Barna reminded members that the speaker for November’s meeting will be Dr. Ben Martin who is one of five “hospitalists” now employed by Monongahela Valley Hospital. The next meeting of the Monongahela Woman’s Club will be held at the Presbyterian Church in Monongahela on Monday, November 14, 2011.

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Local Co-authors Schedule Book Signing for November 5 in Monongahela

Susan Bowers (left) and Laura Magone (right) check a mockup of the cover for their new book, Monongahela City.

By Ken Askew

If you’re an avid history buff, or even if you’re not, you’ll be ready to take a fascinating journey back in time once you get your hands on a new book, titled Monongahela City. The book was written by Monongahela natives Susan M. Bowers and Laura M. Magone.

At 127 pages long, the paperback is filled with over 200 memorable blackand-white photographs and enlightening captions. The book covers the entire history of the City, from the late 1700s to present day.

To supplement archives already on hand at the Monongahela Area Historical Society (MAHS), a call was issued to the public for historic material, and an overwhelming response was received. Another major source of information were 42 scrapbooks covering the period from the late 1800s to the early 1900s, which were donated to the MAHS by a local dentist, Dr. W. P. Taylor. Additionally, photos from the late 1800s to his passing in 1940 were provided by Potente Zanardelli.

The book is one in a series called Images of America from Arcadia Publishing in Charleston, SC. The series includes almost 5,000 titles, of which over 200 originate from Pennsylvania, including one each from California, and one from Bethel Park.

Susan Bowers is a retired elementary school teacher from Ringgold. She operates an antique store named Sweet Nostalgia in Belle Vernon and also serves as president of the MAHS. Susan

summed up her outlook by stating, “My life began and will probably end in the most wonderful small town in southwestern PA, and my hope is that all who live here now and in the future will handle it with care and nurture it for the priceless treasure that it is.”

Laura Magone is probably best known locally as the producer and director of her 2008 historical documentary titled “One Extraordinary Street,” which is a film about the famous people who grew up on Park Avenue in Monongahela. Her next documentary, “Umbrella Man,” will be released October 29, 2011. Laura is self-employed as a consultant for management and leadership training. She noted, “I hope the rich history and amazing facts in this book will delight people—whether they are from Monongahela or not. Imagine viewing a floating circus coming to town on the river, or seeing a photo of Joe Montana’s grandfather.”

Susan and Laura will be at a booksigning party and reception at the MAHS, located at 230 West Main Street, Monongahela on November 5 from 14:00 p.m. Another book signing will be held in COSTCO at the Waterfront in Homestead on November 26.Monongahela City is available for $23, and a just-completed cookbook titled “A Taste of History” will hopefully be available at the event, at $15. Both can be ordered on the MAHS website, www.monongahelahistoricalsociety.co m, or by calling 724-258-6432.

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South Hills Friends of the Montour Trail Thank Donors The South Hills Friends of the Montour Trail is a group of individuals interested in the maintenance, improvement, and promotion of 11 miles of Montour Trail from Library (Milepost 35.3) to Clairton (Milepost 46.3). Regular meetings of the Friends are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the South Park Township Autumn tunnel of leaves brightens the Montour Community Center, located behind Trail MP37.4 in South Park Township. the Township Building.

The November 2011 meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 9, and the December meeting will be held on December 14. Individuals interested in the Montour Trail are encouraged to attend. For additional information about the trail, activities, and links to the sites of other western Pennsylvania trails, visit www.montourtrail.org. The South Hills Friends would like to thank all of those trail users who donated their pennies and dollars on Penny Day, October 8. Your donations help us maintain the Montour Trail!

Rotary Club of Bethel Park Offers “Pasta Too” Spaghetti Dinner November 5 November 5 from 2 - 7 p.m. is the 10th Annual Spaghetti Dinner sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bethel Park, held at the Bethel Park Community Center, 5151 Park Avenue. The entire community is invited to eat in or use the drivethrough to get some of the best food around, provided by Pasta Too and Bethel Bakery. Adults are $9, seniors are $7, and children are $4. Deliveries to businesses for their employees in the Bethel Park area are also available from 12 noon until 1:30 p.m. Call 412-855-4633 to place orders. There will also be a raffle with a $1,500 prize. A silent auction will be going on throughout the event. This year, new partners have joined to make this event even better, including Bethel Park High School Rotary Interact Club. You can purchase a meal or raffle tickets from them. For more information, call 412-854-4842.

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The Finleyville Borough Council voted unanimously to approve passage of a resolution supporting construction of a new sewage plant by Peters Creek Sanitary Authority (PCSA) at its October meeting.

PCSA’s sewage collection system in the Peters Creek Watershed services Finleyville as well as portions of Union Township and most of Nottingham Township. PCSA has been using the treatment plant owned by the Clairton Municipal Authority (CMA) for sewage treatment. One option being submitted as part of a 537 Regional Plan to the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) includes construction of a PCSA sewage treatment plant in UT allowing PCSA to break away from the CMA. CMA is now operating under DEP limitations and needs to expand its facility. PCSA claims their proposed treatment plant would cut costs to their customers by an estimated 20% over what CMA proposes. This information was provided in a letter to the Finleyville Council from the PCSA asking for a resolution to support their plan for the proposed sewage treatment plant. The Council voted unanimously to approve the resolution. It was noted

that the DEP has final approval for a new treatment plant and is far from reaching that point.

The Council unanimously approved the adoption of three ordinances that were previously read and advertised: 1) Ordinance governing the “Collection of the Earned Income and Net Profit Tax, 2) Ordinance governing the “Collection of the Local Service Tax” and 3) Ordinance adopting the International Property Maintenance Code as modified for use in Finleyville.

State Representative Rick Saccone received a letter requesting that parking meters be removed along Washington Avenue in Finleyville. The Council voted against the request, suggesting that drivers slow down instead.

President Tim Kegel said he’d call Representative Saccone and inform him of the Council vote.

Several residents have inquired as to when the Borough Building will be open for use by the residents and the secretary/treasurer. President Kegel said the final electrical work should be completed within the next week.

Council was reminded that the Halloween Parade will take place on Monday, October 24. Trick-or-Treating is scheduled for October 31 from 6 to 8 pm.

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Local Police Protection May Be Realized in Union Township Contract Negotiations Underway

By Paul Chasko

Comments made at the October 10 Union Township Board meeting indicate that at least preliminary negotiations are underway, resulting from a proposal submitted to the UT Board last month by the Southwest Regional Police Department. Details of coverage and cost must be worked out before introducing a cost line item for police service to the 2012 budget. The budget will be drafted over the last several weeks of 2011 for final approval at a meeting scheduled for December 27, 2011. The 2012 budget is scheduled to be available for public review after the draft is approved on November 21.

New Meeting Format Board Chairman Steve Parish was obviously unhappy with a motion passed (4/0) at a special meeting held on September 26 to change the Board meeting format. Parish was not in attendance at that meeting, which was run by Vice Chairman Larry Spahr.

The motion provides for two meetings each month: an “agenda” meeting on the second Monday of each month and a “voting” meeting on the fourth Monday of each month. The goal of the agenda meeting is to set the agenda for the voting meeting and provide the opportunity for all five supervisors and residents to have a voice in setting it. A provision was included to permit voting at the agenda meeting to take care of urgent business items (payment of bills, etc.). One of the supervisors noted that other area municipalities successfully use this format; however, Parish pointed out that it will double meeting costs. Supervisors Tullai and Evans argued that the change would be in the best interest of UT residents. The motion was effective beginning in October.

The Airport Saga Continues A map prepared by the township

engineer delineating trees impeding the runway approach to Finleyville Airport was presented to the Board.

The map was to also indicate the height to which the trees should be trimmed, although this was not verified at the meeting. Solicitor Makel will review the map. Attorney Gerald Cook, representing the airport, also requested copies of the map, as it became public information on presentation. The trees indicated should now be trimmed or cut down to comply with the UT Airport Hazards Zoning Ordinance.

UT Supports PCSA New Sewage Plant Plan Representatives of the Peters Creek Sanitary Authority (PCSA) were present at the meeting to solicit a UT resolution supporting the construction of a PCSA sewage treatment plant.

Present were the PCSA Board Chairman and Engineer and the UT designated representative, Chuck Wilson. PCSA is proposing a new sewage treatment plant to be located along Snee Road in Union Twp. Presently, sewage from PCSA is piped to a sewage plant owned and operated by the Clairton Municipal Authority (CMA). This plant is undersized and needs to be expanded. Preliminary studies show that the rates to PCSA customers are likely to be 22% less than those resulting from a CMA expansion. Both plans will reach the PA Department of Environmental Protection in the form of a Regional Study required by PA Act 537. PCSA has wanted to divorce itself from the CMA for some time. They have asked for resolutions from Nottingham, Union, and Peters townships as well as Finleyville Borough in support of their proposal for a new plant. DEP will make the final decision on the proposals by PCSA and CMA. UT voted to support PCSA by resolution 3/2 with supervisors Parish and Tullai voting no.

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Barry Williams Sworn In as New Eagle Councilman

By Ken Askew

Councilpersons Mike Berdar and Rona Berdar were absent from the October 4, 2011 meeting of the New Eagle Council. However, this time Mr. and Mrs. Berdar sent a representative to the meeting to deliver their letters of resignation. The two individual letters – read aloud by the representative – stated the effective date of the resignations as that day (October 4, 2011).

In the May primary election, two New Eagle residents were elected to represent both the Democratic and Republican tickets in the November election—Barry Williams and Charles Weygandt; no one else will be running against them. Two of the councilmen’s 4-year terms are scheduled to finish at the end of 2011: (1) Mr. Berdar and (2) Marty Hancock, who will serve to the official end of his term. Therefore, Mr. Berdar was replaced immediately by Mr. Williams (who was sworn into office at the council meeting). In January 2012, Mr. Weygandt will replace Mr. Hancock. Another councilperson will be sought to finish the last 27 months of Mrs. Berdar’s term.

Two candidates for Washington

County offices attended the meeting to introduce themselves and solicit votes: Gary Gilman is pursuing a position as judge of the Court of Common Pleas, and Dave DiCarlo is seeking to be the next district attorney.

Two proposed ordinances were given a 1st reading at the September meeting, followed by a public newspaper notice, and a 2nd reading at the October meeting; both ordinances were then voted upon and approved

by Council. The ordinances implemented PA Act 32, to (1) establish the centralized collection of tax on income and profit, and (2) provide for the collection of a local service tax from persons employed within the boundaries of New Eagle Borough.

PA Municipal Services will continue as the tax collector of New Eagle for the earned income and local services tax for the 4th Quarter of 2011 and the 2011 year-end returns.

Keystone Collection Group will collect the earned income and local services tax for the Borough starting on January 1, 2012.

Halloween Trick-or-treat will be permitted on October 29 from 6 8:00 p.m., which coincides with that activity in the City of Monongahela.

The Union-Finley Messenger is a proud member of the following organizations:

Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce

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Elizabeth Borough Council Advocates Free Stroke Risk Clinic

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New Nottingham Municipal Building Construction Ahead of Schedule

By J.R. Brower

By Alice Harris

The September 27 meeting of the Elizabeth Borough Council opened with guest Bernice Betkowski announcing a Free Stroke Risk Clinic to be held on Saturday, November 5 from 9 am to 1 pm at the Blaine Hill Fire Hall in Elizabeth. Preregistration is appreciated; call 412-469-7100. Strokes are most common in those ages 45 to 60-65.

Mayor David Householder advised that the Free Stroke Risk Clinic is very worthwhile to attend.

Guest Mary Black was advised that Council is still looking into issues regarding the weeds and high grass surrounding her home. They are trying to determine who is responsible for these and what can be done before getting back to her.

It was explained that for grants it awards, COG receives a 1% administration fee.

Mayor Householder reiterated that residents should call 911 immediately if they see any suspicious activity, person or vehicle in the Borough.

Mayor Householder also thanked Bruno Brothers for the engraved stones with the Police Prayer and the Fireman

Prayer placed at the Elizabeth Police and Fire departments. They hold a lighted candle that will be replaced each month.

A motion entering into agreement with Makin Engineering to redo zoning ordinances (subject to the approval Solicitor McGrail) was approved.

A motion to mil, pave, and address drainage of Williamsport Road from Market Street to Fifth to Strawberry by McKee Asphalt at the cost of $44,362.80 was approved. $27,500 will come from grant monies with the balance coming from Liquid Fuels.

CSX will also be redoing, repairing, or replacing all railroad crossings in the Borough beginning the second week in October.

The Halloween Parade will be held on October 24 with Trick or Treat on October 31.

Solicitor McGrail asked approval for a new ordinance formally identifying the southeast taxing district/tax agent under Act 32.

A total of 70 delinquent properties with liens from 2008 can be taken over and the liens satisfied when these properties are sold.

Vendors Needed for Holiday Craft/Vendor Show in Gill Hall The Gill Hall Volunteer Fire Company will host a Holiday Craft/Vendor Show on Sunday, November 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the fire hall, 1228 Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills. Crafters and vendors are needed. Please call Patti at 412655-9285 or email pfelix453@aol.com for an application or more information.

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It was reported at the October 17 Board of Supervisors meeting that construction on the new Nottingham Township Municipal Building is progressing at a fast pace. The roof is completed over the outside walls.

Supervisor Doug King said that insulation is currently being installed, and the drywall work will begin shortly. He was pleased that the roof and outside walls are in place before winter hits, so that the remaining interior work will be that much easier.

King said that originally the plan was to complete the building by January, but now said, “It looks like they’ll be done in December.” He said that the exterior of the building will be a combination of brick and carved block.

The new building will house administrative offices and a meeting room. The Department of Public Works will take over the office space and meeting room in the current building, which will be remodeled. He said the township would probably wait until spring to pave the parking lot around the new building to minimize the negative effects of freezing and thawing on new asphalt.

In other business, the board revealed their intentions as to the proposed Property Maintenance Code Ordinance. Its purpose is declared to be to promote the health, welfare, and safety of residents and their property by requiring maintenance of property by requiring the elimination of nuisances.

The proposed ordinance describes such nuisances as abandoned wells, shafts, basements, excavations, unsafe fences or structures. Also included are unsanitary sewage, fire hazards, garbage, building deterioration, and noise. Also addressed are excessive vegetation, rat harborage, grading, and erosion as well as the condition of sidewalks and driveways. It is proposed that ordinance violators face a fine between $50 and $500.

A public hearing on the proposed ordinance will be held at an announced time in the near future.

In other agenda items, the Nottingham Board of Supervisors: Approved renewal of an agreement with Waste Management to provide and haul the 42-cubic-yard compactor container of recycled materials from the municipal complex to Greenstar located on Neville Island. The rate per haul will remain at $395.

Approved entering into maintenance agreement with Albico, Inc. for winter services to include but not be limited to salting and plowing of streets for the Walnut Ridge Phase 4 plan.

Scheduled a special meeting for Wednesday, November 9, at 7 p.m. to work on the township budget for the year 2012. The board authorized the advertisement for the meeting as well.

Received notification for a meeting of the Washington County Sewage Council to be held November 3 at 10 a.m. at the South Strabane Municipal Building. Doug King confirmed that he will attend.

Saccone to Host Follow-up Property Tax Forum House Republican Property Tax Reform Caucus Member and State Representative Rick Saccone (R-Allegheny/Washington) is hosting another Property Tax Forum at Finleyville Community Center on Marion Avenue on Wednesday, November 9 at 6 p.m. to provide information on current efforts to reduce and/or eliminate school property taxes. Members of the General Assembly, including the co-chairman of the School Property Tax Relief Caucus, Rep. Seth Grove (R-York) will join him. Property Tax Reform is the No. 1 priority issue identified by District 39 residents. For more information, call 412-653-1025 or visit RepSaccone.com or Facebook.com/RepSaccone.

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South Park Board of Supervisors Recognizes Eagle Scout Tom Lizik

By Andrea Earnest

At the October 10 meeting the South Vice-Chairman Walter Sackinsky, Chairman Park Board of Supervisors presented a David Buchewicz, and Supervisor Ed Snee present a Proclamation to Eagle Scout Tom Lizik.

Proclamation to new Eagle Scout Tom Lizik. He was especially commended for constructing a seven-foot fire circle beyond Woodland Crest Grove near the Oliver Miller Homestead. The Board commended him for his “strength of character and resolution of spirit.”

The Board took action on three public nuisance issues. Gary Wargo, Code Enforcement Officer, reported that the property at 2820-2822 Sebolt Road has Eagle Scout Tom Lizik built this fire circle at had the roof repaired, the house numWoodland Crest Grove in South Park. bers placed, the large concrete casts removed, the grass cut and maintained, and the building locked and secured. Police Chief Joseph F. Ferrelli and the supervisors have all viewed or inspected the property and agreed that all of the necessary improvements have been made. A motion was made and approved to reject the nuisance.

Two other properties have been given a 30-day extension. Much of the necessary work on the property at 2828 Sebolt Road has been accomplished, including rebuilding a porch, securing the windows, and cutting and maintaining the grass.

The property at 3197 Brownsville Road received a building permit on September 16, and Wargo, Chief Ferrelli and the supervisors have all inspected or viewed the property. The siding is being replaced, and the building is secured. Action on these properties was tabled until the next meeting.

The 2011Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Volunteer Fire Relief Association granted the township funds in the amount of $120,844.38. Each fire department in South Park, the Library Volunteer Fire Company and the Broughton Volunteer Fire Department received $60,422.19.

Supervisor Walter Sackinsky commended Township Manager Karen Fosbaugh, the administrative personnel and the library personnel who helped make the Community Day on September 17 a success.

Full minutes of the meeting are available at the township office.

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Jefferson Hills Council Applies for Grant Monies to Develop Beedle Park

By Jim Caldwell

The highlight of the Jefferson Hills Council regular, but very short, meeting on Monday, October 10 was the unanimous vote to apply for money for the development of the recreation facilities at Beedle Park off Decker Avenue. Borough Planning/Zoning Officer Alan Cohan, together with Gateway engineers, led by Ruthann Omer, were officially authorized to submit the $511,500 request to the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County.

No one can predict how much if any of the monies will be awarded to the borough, but the project was well thought out with proposals justifying the amount. And, according to many members, it was completed professionally and swiftly. President Chris King remarked in closing the meeting that, if successful in the bid, the development of Beedle Park recreation area

would enhance the quality of life for Jefferson residents as well as attract other communities to come to Beedle Park for tournaments and events.

Financial matters agreed upon were: • Allocating the borough's portion to the General Municipality Pension System Aid for 2011 • Paying Soli Construction $50,152.50 for 2011 sewer open cut repairs • Authorizing $14,706 for a Hewlett-Packard scanner / printer under a COSTARS contract, and another $2,234.63 for a three-year warranty.

• Council expressed their deepest sympathy and that of the community to Councilwoman Kathleen Reynolds on the loss of her husband, Frank. In return, she thanked everyone for their gracious support at this difficult time.

All members and staff were present except Mayor Michael Green.

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New Sewage Treatment Plant for Peters Creek Gets OK from Peters Township Council

By J.R. Brower

Upgrading the sewage facilities for the Peters Creek Sanitary Authority was a topic of discussion for Peters Township Council at their October 10 meeting. Council approved a plan to build a new $16.9 million sewage treatment plant in Union Township near the county line. The plan would terminate an agreement with the Clairton Municipal Authority, which currently treats sewage from the Peters Creek Sanitary Authority.

Members of PCSA want to construct the new plant and break away from Clairton in order to be more cost effective for the residents they serve in Nottingham, Union, Finleyville and the eastern portion of Peters. All of these municipalities must approve the plan before it goes forward.

The Clairton Municipal Authority has been hampered with debt issues and is being forced by the state DEP to make capital improvements. This

would mean rate hikes for local residents estimated to be between 32%52% percent, totaling $49 to $56 per month. PCSA customers now pay about $37 per month. If PCSA constructs its own plant, officials estimate that rates would increase from 11%20% or $41 to $44 per month. The rate increases would go toward paying for the new treatment plant, and none of the municipalities the authority serves would have to contribute to its cost according to projections.

It was also brought out that state funding and gaming revenue from the Washington County Local Share Account program could help pay for the project. PCSA is also seeking $201,000 from the Local Share Account help pay for an extension of sewer lines along Bower Hill and Springdale roads. The total of that project is estimated to be $402,000.

The Peters Township Sanitary Authority is also requesting $150,000 of Local Share Account funds to help

pay for design costs for the new Donaldson’s Crossroads Sewage Treatment Plant. The total cost for just the design of that facility has been estimated to be $850,000.

Another group asking for support in their effort to seek gaming funds was the Canonsburg Lake Restoration and Improvement Committee.

The County Conservation District sponsors the group, and they are seeking $1 million split over two years. The group’s goal is to dredge and restore the lake to its original condition. The Army Corp of Engineers will provide most of the funding for the $6 million project. Last year both Peters and North Strabane contributed $100,000 toward the effort.

In other business, Council: Considered bid proposals from four firms to design a replacement fueling station for the Department of Public Works. Township Manager Michael Silvestri said that the present fueling stating is inadequate. The low bid of

$8,500 was awarded to United Environmental Group.

Accepted public improvements made in Woodlands 3 plan including Cypress Court, Berry Lane and Walnut Drive and accepted those streets into the township’s road system.

Granted a request by the Peters Township Land Company to extend the deadline to apply the final surface on streets in the Anthony Farms Phase 1 plan until 2012.

Acknowledged that the township received $481,293 in state aid for pension funds. The township is required to distribute the money within 30 days of receipt.

Approved a request by the Peters Township High School Cheerleaders to place signs at various locations to advertise their pancake breakfast fundraiser. The pancake breakfast will be held at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church on November 19 from 8:30 a.m. until 12 noon.

Peters Township Gas Drilling Referendum Stays on Ballot

By J.R. Brower

At their October 10 meeting, Peters Township Council decided they did not have enough time to appeal a judge’s decision to allow a controversial referendum to be placed on the November 8 ballot that proposes to ban natural gas drilling in the township. On October 3, Washington County Common Pleas Judge Paul Pozonsky dismissed an attempt by

Peters Township to impose an injunction on the referendum. The judge said that the measure posed no “immediate harm” by its presence on the ballot and that his court lacked jurisdiction to rule on a pre-election challenge to a citizens’ referendum.

Township Solicitor Thomas Johnson, in trying to stop the referendum, said that its passage would make changes to the home rule charter, which is illegal.

He argued that banning natural gas

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drilling would violate the township planning code and state regulations including the Oil and Gas Act and would presume to invalidate prevailing decisions by state courts.

Johnson disagreed with the judge’s decision by saying that if the referendum were approved, there would be harm to the township. He said that township would inevitably face court challenges by residents holding leases as well as drilling companies wanting to act upon those leases. Council members have already stated that some landowners have notified them that they plan to sue the township if the referendum passes.

The group responsible for seeking to place the referendum on the ballot in August call themselves Peters Township Marcellus Shale Awareness, and they did so by collecting 2,400 signatures over the summer. At the same time, the township worked for a year and a half to pass an ordinance that limits gas drilling to 40-acre plots and imposes other strict criteria on drillers based upon conditional use. Passage

of the referendum would essentially invalidate the ordinance, which is of great concern to Council, for it leaves them with no protection.

Township Manager Michael Silvestri said he had received a copy of the referendum question, and he will prepare legal advertisements that must be published in a newspaper three times before the election.

Of the township’s 21,000 residents, the county voter registration office expects a voter turnout on November 8 to be between 6,000 and 7,000.

Council Chairman Robert Atkison, in response to Johnson’s question on whether or not the township should appeal Pozonsky’s decision, said, “the die is cast.” He said that he has faith that township residents will make the right choice concerning the referendum.

He and other council members have said repeatedly that a natural gas drilling ban in Peters Township will undoubtedly result in very costly court challenges that could inevitably lead to tax increases.

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Intense Debate Triggered at Monongahela City Council Meeting

By Ken Askew

Tension immediately filled the room when Anthony Necciai, Jr. stood defiantly at the podium to berate Council for the 6th time in 14 months about road conditions on East Main Street at the Monongahela Iron & Metal Company site. At the Monongahela City Council meeting on October 12, 2011, he complained that just recently there was a cake of mud six feet long and eight inches deep lying on the roadway, dropped there from a truck’s tires upon exiting the scrapyard. This is typical of the ongoing problem, which Necciai characterized as a health and safety issue.

After Solicitor Bassi countered by eloquently defending Council’s previous attempts to address the situation, many other perspectives were offered at length, such as: (1) The owner of the scrapyard needs to install a washing station for truck tires before they exit the facility, (2) since Route 837 is a state road, the City of Monongahela is not responsible for its maintenance. Nevertheless, the City has dispatched a street sweeper truck in the past; however, it is not proficient at cleaning the center of the roadway, where much of the debris accumulates, (3) there is also a water run-off problem from the side of the road, which exacerbates the situation by turning dust on the road surface into mud, (4) police can only issue tickets to the truck drivers (not the scrapyard owner), which only penalizes people who are just trying to make a living, and are not the root cause of the problem, (5) ticketing drivers will only provoke them to do business with other scrapyards, possibly resulting in a shutdown of Monongahela Iron & Metal, leading to lost jobs and a decrease in the tax base, (6) the road condition is so deplorable that drivers go out of their way on alternate routes to avoid it, and (7) Councilman Ken Kulak suggested that coarse stone could be spread on the area leading to the exit (as is done at construction sites), to help rid truck tires of dirt and mud.

The company owner was present, but was initially reluctant to join in the fray.

But – when asked poignant questions – he defended himself, stating that: (1) he has previously dispatched a Bobcat to clean up the messes, creating a danger-

ous situation in traffic, albeit with limited success, (2) he has attempted to perform cleanup with a motorized brush, which kicked up dust in violation of state Department of Environmental Protection regulations, and (3) he does not have adequate space to install a truck tire wash near the exit. Although no sure-fire solution to the problem was offered by the involved parties, the scrapyard owner pledged to try the coarse stone technique next week as a way of alleviating the problem.

In other business: • A resident thanked Claudia Williams for the new lighting at the senior center. Furthermore, she asked where voters from the 3rd Ward should go to cast their ballots in the November 8 election, now that the Monongahela Elementary School is closed. She was told they should report to the Grace Lutheran Church.

• A resident of Decker Street spoke on behalf of a neighbor who obtained a permit for a yard sale, but when it transformed into a sidewalk sale, the seller was cited by the Code Enforcement Officer for blocking the sidewalk. She asked if another sidewalk sale nearby was also cited—it was. Furthermore, she inquired about a “Walking Garden Tour” at the Victorene’s Tea Room—is that within code? The Solicitor replied that he reviewed the application for the event, and determined that it did comply. Finally, she produced a copy of a Washington County Tourism publication which described various activities scheduled for the Victorene’s Tea Room—are those permissible? The Solicitor responded that the Tourism office has apologized for its’ error in the list of activities.

• Another resident, of 4th and Alexander Streets, complained about the deteriorating condition of houses in Finley, Vine, and Elmira Streets, which were once occupied by the owners, but are evolving into apartments with renters who do not care about upkeep of the properties, citing for example how they routinely park cars on the sidewalks. She also questioned how a former apartment of a friend was rerented without making needed repairs.

The Code Enforcement Officer replied that adequate--although superficial-fixes had been done.

Council announced that a new ordinance is

being drafted which will permit the Code Enforcement Officer to inspect rental units annually, instead of just when occupancy turnover occurs.

• Many attendees praised Les Pemberton, the Monongahela Code Enforcement Officer, for his valiant and unfailing attempt to fight the tide of disrepair in the City’s homes and businesses. His monthly report to Council is clear evidence of his busy schedule, the challenging nature of his work, his dedication to the job, and the positive results he achieves every month.

• A lead paint issue has been identified at the rental duplex at 1106-1108 Chess Street, but the judge overseeing the project has allowed the renovation to proceed.

• The police department will more actively enforce the youth curfew, which applies to those age 18 and under. The curfew starts at 10:00 p.m. on Sunday-Thursday, and Midnight on Friday and Saturday.

• The property at 1401 4th Street was selected as this month’s Beautification Award winner.

• In accordance with Act 32, the City

will continue to collect taxes through December 31 and the final yearly tax settlement for 2011. Starting January 1, 2012, Keystone Collection Group will perform that function. Residents are asked to be sure they use the correct PSD code on their forms.

•Councilman Tom Caudill reported that PennDOT has responded to Council’s letter from last month, asking for repairs to Routes 88, 837, and 136 throughout the City, especially the area at the bottom of the hill leading up to the Monongahela Valley Hospital. They have agreed to initiate the requested repairs.

• Municipal leaf pick-up will occur the week after Halloween.

• For decades, buildings in the Mounds area have been prone to flooding from sewage overflow in basements after heavy rains. To correct that, Local Share Account funds have been identified, although the amount is less than originally planned. Chester Engineers was designated to honcho the project.

• The Monongahela Area Historical Society is about to release a cookbook and a history book.

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The Showcase Committee has structured the exhibitor fees for this event to be attractive for everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget, and by becoming a member of the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, a business or agency can enjoy the member discount for this year and also next year. Corporate sponsorships priced at $500 are still available and include primary space on the floor and other exhibitor amenities and advertising. A complete registration form and sponsorship information is posted at www.mvrchamber.org or call the Chamber office at 724-483-3507 for more information.

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tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not easy expanding a hospital that provides state-of-the art medical care in a comfortable environment. Just ask D. Ray Andrews, vice president of administration and support services at Monongahela Valley Hospital, who is coordinating construction activities for MVHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $25 million construction project.

Thomas J. Cullen, senior vice president, who is responsible for the overall project, and Andrews are working very closely on the largest renovation and expansion since the construction of the hospital in 1976. On October 1, the project reached its midway point and despite a rainy spring, construction is close to schedule.

In all, the proposed expansion will increase the size of the hospital by nearly 16,000 square feet. However, more important than the bricks and mortar is the impact these updates will have on patient care. The expansion involves additions to the main hospital and the Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center.

Construction includes: Expansion of the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first floor to add four new operating suites at 600 square feet each.

The addition of new Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) equipment within the Sweeney-Melenyzer Pavilion.

Expansion of the Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment (HBOT) and Wound Care Management program within the first floor of the Sweeney-Melenyzer Pavilion.

Upgrades to the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s air conditioning/heating systems, boilers, interior/exterior lighting and main electric transformers.

The first two operating suites are scheduled to open January 22, 2012.

The Image Guided Radiation Therapy will be in use in spring 2012. The HBOT is scheduled to move in late June or early July 2012.

Concrete is poured from two trucks for the roof of the addition to the Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion, which will house Monongahela Valley Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Image Guided Radiation Therapy unit.

Workers direct cement through rebar as the roof is poured for the addition to the Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion.

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Main Street Antiques Celebrates 20 Years in Monongahela Thanksgiving weekend, 1991, Main Street Antiques opened for business at 800 West Main Street in Monongahela, situated in a three-story Victorian house.

In January of 1992, they advertised for vendors and by March of that same year, all 12 rooms were filled. Twenty years later Main Street Antiques is still open and thriving in spite of the economic downturn, which has affected the antique market in particular. The business has adapted and continues to change and evolve by adjusting to the tastes of the younger collector as well as to the old guard “antiquers.”

Although the business is a family affair consisting of Bob, Inez and Bobby Main Street Antiques, located in Monongahela, Gilotty, who is considered the “head is proud to celebrate 20 years in business. honcho,” it is sustained by the vendors who occupy individual rooms throughout the building. These vendors come from various backgrounds and experiences, but their passion for “old things” binds them and enhances Main Street Antique’s position in the market.

Main Street Antiques was the first antique shop in Monongahela, but shortly after opening, other shops opened and Monongahela has become a destination for antique lovers. People come not only from the southwest region of Pennsylvania and the surrounding states, but also from further out, as Main Street Antiques’ registry books indicate visitors from all of the other states as well as most of Europe, the Middle East, South Africa, Australia, China, and Japan.

Monongahela, with its fascinating history and quaint small-town charm, has been the perfect venue for this business and, the city benefits from these visitors to the many shops along Main Street.

Main Street Antiques will be offering many discounts and sales throughout the months of November and December and will offer refreshments on the weekends in celebration of twenty wonderful years.

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Sport Clips Haircuts Offers Sports-Themed Setting Sport Clips Haircuts opened its newest location on 1155 Washington Pike in Bridgeville, according to local Team Leaders (franchisees) Bob and Michelle Barnot. With more than 800 Sport Clips across the country, Bridgeville’s newest guys’ haircutter is providing a unique, sports-themed environment, along with its signature MVP Treatment—a precision haircut, hot steamed towel treatment, and neck and shoulder massage in a family-friendly setting. Fullyequipped for the sports enthusiast, Sport Clips surrounds its clients with televisions tuned to sports and sports-themed décor. They serve clients on a walkin basis. “Our clients are able to enjoy their haircut experience and not miss a minute of a big game,” said Michelle. The store features Sport Clips’ new store design, which includes a 52” flat-screen television mounted on a truck bed graphic in the reception area, allowing clients to “tailgate” if there is a wait.

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The Women’s Business Network Open to Area Women Business Owners The Women's Business Network is open to area women business owners and those in sales seeking networking opportunities to expand their contacts and share ideas to help grow their business. Meeting agendas include self-marketing, a business presentation by an individual member, a table topic discussion and networking. Each of the various local chapters meets twice a month on the following dates and locations: • The Mount Lebanon Chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, November 8 and 22, at 8:30 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza on Fort Couch Road. For more information, contact Sue Baumgart at 412-759-3965.

• The South Hills Chapter meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, November 3 and 17, at 8 a.m. at King's Restaurant, 155 McMurray Road in Upper St Clair. For more information, contact Jennifer Ohrman 412-531-5055.

• The McMurray Chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, November 9 and 23, at 8:30 a.m. at The Meadows (Bowling Alley), 210 Race Track Road, Washington.

For more information, please contact Sallie Dunn at 724-5034500.

• The Washington Chapter meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, November 9 and 23, at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread, 108 Trinity Pointe Drive, Washington. For more information, please contact Jessica Kestler 412-838-0064.

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Ventrice’s Pizza and Pasta of Finleyville Focuses on Family

By Heather KelleyLatorre

Ventrice’s Pizza and Pasta in Finleyville is OPEN! Located right in the heart of Finleyville, this new restaurant is sure to win a place in your family’s heart. With better-than-good food and great prices, they are great for Hand-tossing a huge round of fresh dough for a large 20” pizza is a Ventrice specialty. a pick-up stop on the way home or a meal out on a toobusy-to-cook night. “We focus on family,” said Owner Mr. Ventrice. “Bring the family for a good bargain.” With the family budget in mind, all of the scratch-made meals are $10 or less! Folks also can save a few bucks by bringing in their own drinks. You may even want to bring a nice wine to go with the entrees created by Executive Chef Scott Billy, like With some of the best pizza and pasta around, the chicken Marsala or eggVentrice’s Pizza and Pasta in Finleyville plant parmesan. is sure to be around for awhile.

The family-friendly menu includes pizza hand-tossed with fresh dough made daily, homemade meatballs, and various fresh pasta meals. Forget driving through a fast food place, and instead hit Ventrice’s on Tuesdays when their spaghetti meal with meatball and salad is only $4.95, dine in or take-out. “You can’t get a value meal for that price,” said Ventrice. All this and a cherry on top, too—Ventrice is planning on soon setting up a dessert bar with ice cream and cappuccino.

Is your family looking hungry? Is your dinner table empty? Load up the gang, and go to Ventrice’s Pizza and Pasta—they are expecting you!

Located just a car length’s past the intersection of Route 88 and Washington Avenue, you cannot miss ‘em. With some of the best pizza and food around at great prices, Ventrice’s is sure to be around for awhile.

Ventrice’s is open until 10 pm on weeknights and 11 pm on weekends and currently Fridays for meal after a high school football game. For pickup orders, call 724-782-0556.

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Historic Hotel Glasser is Now Just a Memory

By Ken Askew

Months to materialize, doing business for decades, and days for demolition— that’s how time was measured during the history of the Hotel Glasser in downtown Monongahela, at 156-158 West Main Street.

According to records researched by Susan Bowers, president of the Monongahela Area Historical Society, the cornerstone was laid in 1870. For Rubble and memories are all that’s left after part of its life, the facility was also demolition of the Hotel Glasser on West Main known as the Marble Hotel. Three stoStreet in Monongahela. ries high, and offering almost 40 guest rooms, it also featured the Marine Bar, City Billiards, and a boxing ring in the basement. A local resident reminisced about his wedding reception held there in 1935.

Also in the basement, there was a Prohibition-themed mural. Recently, another building adjacent to the hotel was torn down, and an underground tunnel was discovered, which connected that site to the hotel. Speculation has it that the hotel served as a “speakeasy” during Prohibition (1920-1933), and the tunnel was an emergency exit for patrons to avoid arrest in the event of a raid by the authorities.

During the 1980s, a failed effort was spearheaded by the Monongahela Area Revitalization Corporation to resurrect the deteriorating structure into a bed-andbreakfast. Unfortunately, the landmark has instead been out of business for over 15 years.

About 12 years ago, the current owner, Claudia Williams (a Monongahela City councilwoman, and owner of C.J.’s Furniture next door) tried unsuccessfully to purchase the property, as a mutually acceptable price could not be negotiated. A few months ago, she bought the building from Washington County at a delinquent tax sale for a fraction of what she had offered before.

Williams had a glimmer of hope that it could be renovated, but a close inspection revealed that rain had leaked through the roof and irreparably damaged the floors below, making it uneconomical to repair. Instead, she was “heartbroken that it had to be demolished,” and has incurred ten times the purchase price to raze the structure over a 3-week period.

Although Williams does not have concrete plans on what to do with the empty lot, she is considering erecting another 3-story building with a floor plan similar to her furniture store – a business on the first floor, and apartments on the upper two floors. Some of the land may provide parking. As a councilwoman who looks out for her community’s best interest, she wants to build something that will generate tax revenue for the City. Williams says: “We have a great little City here, and we need to keep it that way.”

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Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Chaney’s Natural Health

Pictured (l-r) Debby Puglia and Kim Redman, GRC Board Members; Sarah Forsyth, therapist; Tanya Chaney, owner; Irma Hiller, administrative; Rachel Willson, GRC Board Member.

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Chaney’s Natural Health was recently recognized as the October Business of Month with the GRC. Chaney’s Natural Health was started in 2004 as a homebased business by Tanya Chaney. Over the years, the business has grown and taken on several business locations in and around Pittsburgh, with its main location being in the Mon Valley. The first store front location was in Charleroi. After five years, the business relocated to Monongahela, where they currently do business.

Chaney’s also has a second location in Bethel Park and they provide the massage therapy services at the Mon Valley YMCA. Chaney’s Natural Health was started as a dream to bring massage therapy and wellness services to the Mon Valley. The therapists at Chaney’s Natural provide a variety of massage therapy techniques ranging from relaxation to pain management. They perform Swedish, deep tissue, pregnancy and hot stone massage techniques. They also perform myofascial trigger point therapy, which is a specialized pain management technique that addresses pain complaints such as headaches, low back pain, plantar fascitis, etc.

Chaney’s Natural Monongahela facility boasts a beautiful storefront that offers a variety of Nature’s Sunshine nutritional products and vitamins as well as fair trade jewelry, clothing and candles. Local artisans are also featured. If you are looking to rid yourself of pain, relax after a long day or looking for a unique and meaningful gift, Chaney’s has much to offer. Stop by 138 West Main Street in Monongahela or visit them online at ChaneysNatural.com for a through description of their services. You can also reach them by phone at 724-328-2834.

Best Places to Work in Washington County Recognized The Washington County Chamber of Commerce, Washington/Greene County Job Training Agency, and Work Certified Academy announced the winners for the 2011 Washington County Best Places to Work Awards in October at the Hilton Garden Inn, Southpointe. Using objective criteria and electronic polling, three companies were selected to receive the awards in the category of small, medium and large employers. The award recipients for the 2011 Best Places to Work in Washington County were: Newton Consulting, LLC (Small Employer), Community Bank (Medium Employer), and Range Resources Corporation (Large Employer). This is the second year that Community Bank received the award.

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Keep Fit for the Holidays With Mon Valley YMCA Fitness Programs The Mon Valley YMCA keeps you fit for the holidays with three programs designed to build strength and endurance, increase metabolism and burn calories.

The Balanced Body program, beginning October 31 through December 24, offers 41 weekly classes for all ages and fitness levels. From the most intense classes such as Kettlebell, Basic Training, Cardio Kick, and Hard Core Abs to the gentlest including YogaStretch and Muscular Strength and Range of Motion, there's a chance for everyone to have a blast and get a fresh start on their fitness routine.

Zumba, beginning November 1, is both a dance class and a fitness class. Aside from its heart- health benefits, Zumba provides a workout for the whole body. This fitness method touches on nearly every muscle and joint. It is especially great at targeting the core muscles including the abdominals, lower back, and hips.

Classes are offered Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. and 5:45 p.m., Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m., with a beginner class at 7:15 p.m., and on Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.

Water Exercise classes, including the two newest programs, Water Walking on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. and Aqua Zumba on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., begin November 21 for a 4 week session. While the water's buoyancy helps to protect joints it also offers twelve times the resistance of air, providing a great workout.

Aquatic exercise reduces pain and increases flexibility, reduces blood pressure, stress, and risk of injury, and is often recommended following surgery to minimize postoperative swelling.

Call the Mon Valley YMCA to register at 724-483-8077. Check out program schedules at monvalleyymca.org.

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Jefferson Hills Area Ambulance Association Offers Free Flu Shots

By Paul Chasko

Jefferson Hills Area Ambulance Association has received a quantity of Influenza vaccine effective against the normal flu and the H1N1 strain and is offering the injections to residents free of charge. The Neighbor to Neighbor Community Watch Group gave up their October and November meeting nights so the nurses and paramedics of JHAAA can administer the shots. The shots will be administered to adults only.

The first clinic was held on Wednesday, October 12, but if you missed that date a second clinic will be held at St Francis of Assisi’s Finley Hall, just North of Finleyville off Route 88, on Wednesday, November 9. Stop in between 7 and 9 pm.

MVH Free Health Care Talks Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Innovations in Medicine lecture series continues in November and December with three MVH physicians presenting free, educational health care talks at the hospital’s Education Conference Center (ECC) in Carroll Twp. The doctors then repeat their programs at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX in Rostraver, just off of Route 51. Dates, physicians and their upcoming talks include: • Wednesday, Nov. 2 – Howard R. Goldberg, M.D., ear, nose and throat diseases, HealthPLEX. • Tuesday, Nov. 15 – Jay A. Lutins, M.D., prostate disorders and treatments, MVH ECC. • Tuesday, Nov. 29 – Charles N. Lebovitz, M.D., advances in modern surgery, MVH ECC. • Monday, Dec. 5 – Jay A. Lutins, M.D., prostate disorders and treatments, HealthPLEX. • Thursday, Dec. 8 – Vasu N. Malepati, M.D., smoking cessation, MVH ECC. • Wednesday, Dec. 14 – Charles Lebovitz, M.D., advances in modern surgery, HealthPLEX. • Wednesday, Jan. 4 – Vasu N. Malepti, M.D., smoking cessation, HealthPLEX. All programs begin at 6 p.m. and are free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Make reservations for each Innovations program by calling MVH’s reservation hotline at 724-258-1333.

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Monongahela Valley Hospital Offers Tips to Weigh Holiday Choices It’s autumn and that means that the holidays are approaching quickly. They might already be here if every time the Steelers play it’s a celebration at your house where friends and family gather for fun and the four-letter “f” word — food. Everyone has a favorite seasonal snack. Sometimes, it’s a recipe that has been in your family for generations or it could be a new addition to your menu that you can’t wait to try.

What can you do to avoid the “after-holiday guilt” and those extra pounds that may follow?

“So many of us think that eating healthy means being deprived of those foods that we truly enjoy,” said Michele Pfarr, clinical nutrition manager at Monongahela Valley Hospital. “Most times, you really can have your cake and eat it too — perhaps just a smaller portion. I try to teach clients how to eat healthier overall so that they have powerful skills that can be used at anytime.”

PFARR RECOMMENDS THESE SIX TIPS TO HELP YOU MAKE YOUR WAY THROUGH THE COMING HOLIDAY SEASON WITHOUT PICKING UP EXTRA POUNDS. • Eat something before you go out or before your guests arrive. Most people find that when they eat a small, healthy snack prior to the celebration it helps to keep them from consuming too many tempting party treats.

• Portion sizes count. It’s not always what you eat, but how much of it you eat that adds up. Try sampling smaller portions.

• Step away from the food. Does everyone at your gatherings tend to linger by the food? Try to put as much space between yourself and the buffet table as possible then you won’t be tempted to nibble all afternoon or evening.

• Modify recipes. Just because the recipe for an appetizer includes a cup of sour cream, it doesn’t mean that you cannot substitute a cup of low-fat sour cream. Your guests won’t notice the difference.

• Take a walk. A brisk walk is a great way to burn calories, plus it may help to suppress your appetite.

• Request a safe “doggie bag or the recipe.” If you try a new holiday treat and just cannot get enough of it, ask for a small portion to take home or ask the hostess for the recipe so that you can make it at home — and even modify the ingredients to make it healthier.

For more information, visit www.monvalleyhospital.com and select the Health Library link and then choose “Nutrition.”

ENT Featured in Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Innovations Lecture Series Monongahela Valley Hospital’s free community Innovations lecture series, featuring its physicians who present educational healthcare talks, continues Dr. Howard Goldberg will speak at Mon Valley Hospital with Howard Goldberg, M.D., a MVH ear, nose, and on Wednesday, November 2 at throat surgeon, also known as an ENT. Dr. 6 p.m.

Goldberg will discuss innovations in treating common medical problems affecting the ears, upper respiratory system and head and neck on Wednesday, November 2 at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX on Route 51 in Rostraver. The Innovation program is free and will begin at 6 p.m.; light refreshments will be served. Reservations are required by calling 724-258-1333.

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MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL NOVEMBER EVENTS Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring a variety of informative programs during November. Many of the events will be held in the hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) unless otherwise noted.

ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP – Wednesday, November 16, from 1 – 3 p.m.

The Arthritis Support Group is free and open to all persons with arthritis or related illnesses and their families. For more information, call 724-258-1321.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION CLASS – Wednesdays, November 2, 9, 16 and 23 from 7 – 9 p.m. at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. A free, four-week series of prenatal education classes designed to prepare couples for the birthing process. Call 724-258-BABY (2229) to register.

OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP – Thursday, November 17 from 6 – 8 p.m. This support group is free and open to all persons with ostomies and their families and friends. For more information, call 724-258-1773.

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP – Wednesday, November 2 from 6 – 8 p.m. For more information, call 724-258-1455.

INNOVATIONS IN ENT – Wednesday, November 2, at 6 p.m. If you have problems affecting your ears, nose, throat, and head and neck, you may benefit from educational program. Call 724-258-1333 to register.

HARVEST LUNCHEON – Thursday, November 3 at noon. This luncheon is sponsored by the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. Tickets are $20 per person.

Call 724-258-1167 for information.

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP – Thursday, November 3, from 1 – 2:30 p.m. For more information, call 724-258-1455.

RSDS SUPPORT GROUP – Wednesday, November 9, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information, call 724-929-9492.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP HOLIDAY DINNER – Thursday, November 10, from 5:30 – 8 p.m. This annual holiday dinner is hosted for individuals diagnosed with diabetes, and a support person may attend. To register, call 724-258-1483 $7.50 per person.

INNOVATIONS IN DISEASES OF THE PROSTATE – Tuesday, November 15, at 6 p.m. Join Jay A. Lutins, M.D., for this free program discussing the different diseases that affect the prostate and the current treatment options available. Call 724-258-1333 to register.

MANAGING YOUR DIABETES – Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, November 15 – 17, from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. This three-day education series focuses on diabetes self-management, and care. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start of classes. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1483.

ADULT FIRST AID – Thursday, November 17 from 6 – 9 p.m. The $30 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required at 724-684-9536.

LIGHT-UP NIGHT – Monday, November 21 at 7 p.m. Join MVH as we kick-off the holiday season with our 27th Annual Light-Up Night in the Hospital’s Central Plaza. Enjoy entertainment, hot chocolate, Christmas carols, and an opportunity to tell Santa and Mrs. Claus what’s on your Christmas list.

Homemade baked goods will be sold by The Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. ADVANCED CARBOHYDRATE COUNTING – Wednesday, November 23 from 9 – 11 a.m. Diabetes self-management class that focuses on carb counting with everything you need to know. Completion of the threeday Diabetes Self Management Training is required prior to attending the Carbohydrate Counting class. To register, call 724-2581148.

BREASTFEEDING CLASS – Monday, November 28 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. This free class is designed for mothers who plan to breastfeed to help them feel more comfortable and confident while in the hospital after delivery and when returning home. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229).

ADULT CPR INSTRUCTION – Tuesday, November 29 from 6 – 9 p.m. Adult CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) classes are offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center (VHSTC). The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required at 724684-9536.

MANAGING YOUR DIABETES – Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, November 29 – December 1 from 6 – 9 p.m. This three-day education series focuses on diabetes selfmanagement and care. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start of classes. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1483.

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Good Shepherd Christian Preschool Offers Programs for Kids Ages 2-6 The Lunch Bunch and Discovery Days programs at Good Shepherd Christian Preschool in Whitehall is specially designed for children ages 3-6 who attend preschool or kindergarten and then need a learning environment in the afternoon.

The program is offered on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; Lunch Bunch is from 11:30 am-12:30 pm; children pack a lunch, eat with a teacher and then have play time. Discovery Days runs from 12:30 – 3 pm, and this is where the kids learn, play and discover many different things. The cost for Lunch Bunch is $5, Discovery Days is $14 or and it’s $15 for both. Please contact Preschool Director Jennifer Meyer at 412-886-5960 for more information or to tour the school.

Mommy and Me for two-year-olds is offered on Wednesday mornings, and openings are available for the three-year-old afternoon preschool class, the fouryear-old pre-K class and the morning transition class for five-year-olds who do not make the kindergarten cut-off.

Mon Valley YMCA Offers Water Acclimation Classes and Swimming Lessons At 15 months old, Kayden Roden is a remarkable swimmer. Kayden has been swimming with his parents, Brittany and Alan Roden, back at their hometown of Allentown, PA since Kayden was just 7 months old. The family moved to the Mon Valley area when Alan’s job transferred him here.

The Rodens did a lot of research before getting their son in the water, and now that Kayden has skills in the water, the Rodens feel at ease knowing if he would ever get around water he could save himself. They are big believers in the concept that there should be more awareness for children’s safety around aquatic environments, Kayden Roden is one of the and the YMCA swim lessons do just that.

YMCA’s participants in the water The Mon Valley YMCA offers parent/child acclimation classes offered. water acclimation classes for children between the ages of 6-35 months. In these Saturday classes an instructor shows you how to properly hold your child while teaching fun new skills. The class sings songs while they play with toys to help the child feel comfortable in the water.

Another program the YMCA offers is swimming lessons. The Polliwog class is for children between the ages of 3-14 who would need a floatation device and are not that comfortable in the water. The YMCA also offers the Guppy/Minnow class.

This class is divided into two groups depending on the child’s skill level. Guppies do not need a flotation device but still need to improve their swimming skills.

Minnows can swim one length of the pool with their faces in the water while working on technique.

Classes are taught Mondays or Wednesdays from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. and Saturday mornings from 10 - 10:30 a.m. Please call the business office for more information at 724-483-8077.

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‘There’s a Monster in my Closet’ a Roaring Success at Elizabeth’s Grande Theatre The Petite Players Youth Drama Troupe presented a show titled ‘There’s a Monster in My Closet’ at the Grande Theatre in Elizabeth on October 7th and 8th. The show focused on the story of a friendly closet monster named Murray who inadvertently ends up as a guest at little Emily’s sleepover. Magic, music, and the Halloween spirit came together to create a successful turnout.

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“Rejoice! It’s Christmas” at Riverview Baptist Church Riverview Baptist Church hosts Shepherd’s Voice as they present “Rejoice! It’s Christmas.” The concert is Friday, December 9 at 405 Main Street, New Eagle. Shepherd’s Voice will share a variety of both Sacred and Secular Christmas songs of past and present. The excitement in the community builds as we anticipate the release of their first Christmas CD Shepherd’s Voice members Connie “Rejoice! It’s Christmas.” The cost of Watkins, Debby Petrosky, Debbie the CD is $13 and is a great gift idea. To Harn, and Linda Yohe will perform pre-order your CD now, call Debbie December 9.

Harn at 724-258-9041 or Connie Watkins at 724-489-4380. CDs will also be available on December 9 at the concert. Admission is free, but we will take a love offering to support the ongoing ministry of Shepherd’s Voice.

Refreshments will be provided following the concert. This is an event you won’t want to miss. For more details, please call Saundra Bobnar at 724-258-4978.

St. Francis of Assisi Youth Group Creates Memorial for the Unborn

By Paul Chasko

The Saint Francis of Assisi High School Youth Group, in recognition of Respect Life Month, erected a memorial on the grounds of the church, along Route 88 just North of Finleyville. Two-hundred pure A memorial for the unborn at St Francis of Assisi Church in Finleyville. white crosses were placed in the ground with a sign in the background explaining their significance.

The Catholic Church teaches that life begins at conception and abortion kills a living baby, and each cross represented 20 babies aborted each day in the United State (a total of 4,000 per day). On Sunday afternoon October 9, parishioners held a one-hour vigil and formed a life chain in front of the memorial site.

Having the St. Francis Youth Group at the forefront of this activity should implant the message on abortion firmly in their minds, and it’s hoped that those driving receive the message. The memorial remained in place until October 16.

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Food and Friends Brings People Together at Thomas Presbyterian Church The smiling faces of Keith Korintus and Bill Watson welcome everyone to Food and Friends at Thomas Presbyterian Church.

Kelly and Shirley Swindell enjoy dinner.

By Alice Harris

About a year ago, two very caring individuals, Jackie Reible and Louise Carmichaels, toyed with an idea of a meal program and how to bring people with varied needs together for a good evening out. As a result, with help from Sue and Dennis Luisi bond over a good meal. several of their friends, Food and Friends came to fruition and the first dinner was served free of charge to 12 people on September 16, 2010. A year later, Food and Friends now serves dinner to well over 100 diners, with more people attending each time.

Held at the Christian Life Center Building at the Thomas Presbyterian Church and in conjunction with Peters Creek United Presbyterian Church, dinner is served the first and third John F. Baumgarten, Sr. and Reverend Thursdays of each month from 5-6:30 Dr. John Weibe, Pastor of Peters Creek United pm. Thomas Presbyterian Church is Methodist Church, use Food and Friends as an opportunity to catch up on details. located at 1068 Linden Road in Eighty Four.

Food and Friends immediately addresses the communities of Finleyville, Eighty Four, Hackett, Canonsburg and other immediate areas, and others in the community needing an evening out are welcome to attend. Volunteers run the entire event, cooking, waiting on tables, and helping in any way they can. Volunteers are appreciated and also are served dinner while there. Although the dinner and evening out is free, a donation can is available. Those who come in have been very generous, which helps a lot to keep things going. Just about all of the food is homemade, and, over a good meal, people meet and make friends. Food and Friends does not advertise but credits its success to word-of-mouth, good cooking, friendships made, and notices in the Union-Finley Messenger.

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Confirmation in St. Francis of Assisi Church Bishop Winters Confirms 26 Young Men and Women

Some of the 26 Confirmation candidates at Mass.

The Bishop anoints each candidate with holy oil, assisted by Deacon Vic Slater.

By Paul Chasko

Bishop Winters of the Pittsburgh Diocese confirmed 18 young men and women in St. Francis of Assisi Church in Finleyville on Sunday, October 3. The church was filled with sponsors, wellwishers and parishioners interested in being part of the occasion. Catholic Confirmation is a Sacrament that binds recipients more closely to the church through the power of the Holy Spirit.

The Rite involves the laying on of hands and anointing the recipient with Holy Chrism aromatic oil, both done by the Bishop. The following young men and women received Confirmation.

Jeremy Amann Kirsten Amann Lucas Baldesberger Justin Beam Amanda Bodner Angelica Brennfleck Ethan DiFide Christian Dimoff Alex Ferguson Tobias Fidler Nathan Fogle

Members of the Knights of Columbus Color Guard escort the candidates, bringing Communion to the altar.

Fox AnneFoster Nicholas Gindele Rachel Henson Benjamin Hladycz Timothy Kurutz Brianna Lanetz Cassandra Lewis Christopher Marsiglia Allison Robich Nicholas Romano Steele Shindler Chloe Seiler Michael Vamos

St. Francis of Assisi Guild Publishes New Cookbook The St. Francis of Assisi Christian Mothers and Ladies Guild has collected the best recipes from group members, family and friends and has compiled them into an attractive keepsake cookbook. The cookbooks are now available to the public for only $10 and may be purchased at the St. Francis of Assisi Rectory Office, 3609 Washington Avenue, Finleyville. The cookbook contains 450 well-loved recipes including appetizers, main dishes, desserts and much more. The recipes are listed with the contributor’s name, enabling readers to find favorites from family and friends. For more information, call Mary Parish at 724-348-7145. The books make wonderful Christmas gifts – get yours before they sell out!

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Upcoming Events at Mingo Presbyterian Church Election Day Spaghetti Dinner will be held November 8 at Mingo Presbyterian Church, Rt. 88, Finleyville, from noon – 7 p.m. Cost for adults is $8; children under 12 are $5. Spaghetti, salad, fresh bread, dessert and beverage will be available, along with take-out (containers provided). For more information, call 724-348-5278.

On November 13, during the 9:30 a.m. worship service, we will honor the veterans of our church. A luncheon will follow the special service. On November 20, the Finleyville Interfaith Thanksgiving Service will be held at Mingo Presbyterian Church at 7 p.m.

All are welcome to attend. Dessert and fellowship will follow.

Mary & Martha Joy Fellowship November Events Rev. Lloyd Sewdin, pastor of Whitehall Presbyterian Church, will speak at the Mary & Martha Joy Fellowship (MMJF) meeting in the First Presbyterian Church of Monongahela on Thursday, November 3 at 7 p.m. The church is located at Sixth, Chess and Main streets. Rev. Sewdin was born in Guyana, South America, and has ministered the word of God extensively throughout the Caribbean, South America and Kenya, West Africa. He is an awesome preacher of God’s Holy Word as he speaks in the power and anointing of the Holy Spirit.

Rev. John Custer will speak at the Mary & Martha Joy Fellowship (MMJF) meeting in Round Hill Presbyterian Church on Monday, November 21 at 7 p.m. The church is located in Elizabeth Township at Rte. 48 and Round Hill Road. Rev. Custer is the founder and pastor of The Orchard Christian Fellowship in Monessen. A graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy with a degree in aeronautical engineering, he was ordained in 1978 at The Abbott Loop Christian Center in Anchorage, Alaska. Pastor John is also a trained counselor with a compassionate heart, who helps many through his family and marriage counseling sessions. He has a burden to see the lost saved, the sick

healed, the broken made whole and captives set free.

MMJF is a non-denominational ministry and is open to all. Come expecting God to meet your need and bring a friend. You’ll be refreshed and renewed as you hear God’s life-giving, life-changing Word that will set you free and keep you free. For information, call Virgie Vidil at 412-384-4882 or Dolly Schneider at 412-384-6361.

Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale at Elrama United Methodist Church The Elrama United Methodist Church will hold a Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale on Saturday, November 5 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Shop early for that special Christmas decoration or gift.

Food kitchen and bake sale also available.

November Events at Center Presbyterian Church in McMurray Center Presbyterian Church, located at 255 Center Church Road in McMurray, has worship services every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. with Communion served at the early service.

We are located just behind Rolling Hills Golf Course about two miles from Donaldson’s Crossroads.

Dates to remember for November: • Worship services are held each Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.

• Children and adult Sunday school classes meet every Sunday at 9:45 a.m.

• A discussion group, “What's the Least I Can Believe?”" based on the book by Martin Thielen, continues through November 14. Contact Becky Boyer at the church office for more information.

• The first Sunday of Advent is November 27. Holy Communion will be served at both services.

• Donations of shoeboxes with gifts for needy boys and girls are being accepted until November 6. Help us exceed our goal of 125 shoeboxes this year to support the Operation Christmas Child program.

• Caring Tree gifts for United Way will be collected until Sunday, November 27.

• Central Blood Bank accepts blood

donations in the church basement every Thursday and Saturday.

• Donations of toothbrushes and toothpaste are being accepted for shipment to Haiti.

•The Center Christian Preschool program has classes for children ages 2 - 5 Monday through Friday. Please call Bonnie Kline for more information.

• Rada Cutlery will be available for sale this fall to support our mission projects. In addition, the Church Auction Committee is accepting items for auction.

• Presbyterian Women’s Fellowship Groups meet every month. Penny jars to support our “Trees for Haiti” mission are located in the Gathering Place.

• If you would like to become part of the church music ministry as a choir or ensemble member, please contact Linda Boice.

• Nominations are being accepted for elders, deacons, and trustees for the class of 2012.

• Junior and senior high groups meet Sunday evenings.

Our church supports several mission and outreach groups including Girl Scouts, Family Promise/Interfaith Hospitality Network, AA meetings, Relay for Life, and play groups for children with Down’s Syndrome. For more information, please call 724-941-9050.

Sadecky’s Puppets Perform at The First United Methodist Church

talgic walk to the site of an amusement park that no longer exists, old Zach Potter is surprised to find a shiny new carousel operated by a strange, elf-like creature. Zach is in for the ride of his life as the carousel takes him on a magical odyssey of holidays past and future and changes Zach’s outlook on life forever.”

As they are a touring company, the Sadecky’s Puppets are very well known.

The troupes travel from home base in Tarentum to 14 different states and perform over 700 shows a year. To ensure a genuine theatrical experience, Sadecky’s brings a stage, complete with state-ofthe-art sound and lighting. This show will be enjoyed by all ages. Admission is free.

St. Katharine Drexel School Hosts Nite at the Races Looking for the excitement of the casinos without the drive? Join St. Katharine Drexel School for a Nite at the Races on Saturday, November 12 at 6 p.m. in the Nativity Parish Gymnasium on Curry Road in South Park. During this fundraiser, guests place bets on horses that are racing in a pre-recorded video. Cheer your horse on to victory while you enjoy a buffet dinner by Rowdy Barbeque, dessert and beverages, including beer. Help raise money for a good cause, as proceeds benefit St. Katharine Drexel School.

Tickets are $25 for this 21+ event. For more information, please call 412-8330223.

Ecumenical Thanksgiving Eve Worship Scheduled at Grace Lutheran Church

The First United Methodist Church, 430 West Main Street, Monongahela, will present the Sadecky’s Puppets on Saturday, December 3 at 4 p.m. The Puppets will perform “The Carousel,” a show that not only entertains but also teaches the values of generosity and caring. In summary, “While taking a nos-

The community, family and friends are invited to an Ecumenical Worship Service at Grace Lutheran Church, 6810 Hilldale Drive, South Park on Thanksgiving Eve, Wednesday, November 23 at 7 p.m. Rev. Jude Urso, Pastor of Windover Hills United Methodist Church will preside. All are welcome to come to the Lord’s Table to partake in Holy Communion.

Following the service, refreshments will be served by the Women of Grace in the dining hall.

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Jefferson United Methodist Church Hosts Bake Sale Jefferson United Methodist Church, 310 Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills, will host its bake sale Saturday, December 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For sale will be cookie trays, candy, cupcakes, cakes, pies, and apricot, nut, and poppyseed rolls. Mia Bella Candles and Popcorn Shirt Company will also be available for purchase. Pre-order Christmas rolls: apricot rolls/$9, nut rolls/$9, and poppyseed rolls/$10. Deadline to order is Saturday, December 10 and put-up date will be December 17. For more information, call 412-653-3222, option 3.

Grace Lutheran Church Hosts Spaghetti Dinner Grace Lutheran Church of South Park Township will hold their 32nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, November 13 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Broughton Fire Hall, 1030 Cochran Mill Road in South Park. Dinner includes a salad bar, dessert, and beverages. A mini-bazaar and bake sale is also included at the event. Tickets are $8 for adults, $4 for children 5 – 12 years old, and children ages 4 and under are free. Tickets can be bought at the door; takeout is available.

November Events at The Chapel Sunday Service at The Chapel is every Sunday 10:30 a.m. to noon. Sunday mornings are very special at The Chapel. We gather to act as conduits to heal and be healed. We meditate. We share in a lesson of faith. We sing. We give messages. We celebrate spirit.

Order of Service: 10:30 a.m. - Meditation 10:45 a.m. - Healing 11 a.m. - Lesson, prayer, singing, announcements 11:50 a.m. - Gallery messages Sunday, November 20, special guest Cara Seekings, a Lily Dale Medium, will give our Sunday Service, and on Saturday, November 19, she will offer a Development Circle, “Finding It in Spirit” from 1 - 3:30 p.m. (cost is $25).

We are located at 345 Regis Avenue, West Mifflin. For further information, contact Rev. Rachael at 412-770-4961.

Indoor Flea Market, Soup, Food and Bake Sale at Elizabeth Baptist Church The Elizabeth Baptist Church is having an indoor flea market at 735 Bunola River Road in Elizabeth on Saturday, November 5, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. A large variety of "treasures" will be for sale, including electronics, decor, jewelry, kitchen, and domestics. The accompanying bake sale will include many homemade goodies, including cakes, pies, fudge, various kinds of cookies and breads. Food available will include stuffed cabbage, haluski, and kielbasa as well as American fare and homemade soups, eat in or take out. Outdoor table space will be available for a cost of $10 (bring your own table). Any inquiries may be made at the church office 412-384-6464.

Breakfast with Santa at First Presbyterian Church There will be a breakfast with Santa at First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall on Saturday, December 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Event includes free picture with Santa (courtesy of Grilli Studio), two crafts, and pancake breakfast. Children are $8; adults $5. For more information and reservations, call the church office at 724-258-8300.

Friday evening festivities will be held December 2; for information, check for signs at the church.

Annual Fall Rummage-Recycling Sale at Westminster Church Presbyterian Women in Westminster Church, 2040 Washington Road, will hold its annual Fall RummageRecycling Sale on Saturday, November 12 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Recreation Center and Fellowship Hall.

The "bag sale" and half-price sale starts at 12:30. There will be a boutique for better items. Collection day is Friday, November 11, 8 a.m. till 5 p.m. and 6 8 p.m. Please donate only clean and usable items. Magazines, textbooks, large pieces of furniture and broken or unworkable items will not be accepted.

All proceeds benefit Mission Projects.

For further information, call Marilyn Hayes at 412-831-5704.

Mary and Martha Joy Fellowship Release Schedule of Upcoming Events Mary and Martha Joy Fellowship (MMJF) of Monongahela, an outreach of Come Together in Jesus’ Name, warmly invites you to join us for a special day apart with guest speakers Rev. Dr. Terry and Rev. Sheila Davis on Thursday, December 1, in the First Presbyterian Church located at the corner of Sixth, Chess and Main Streets in Monongahela.

This day will be a time of refreshing and renewal as we praise and worship the Lord Jesus Christ and open our hearts to the anointed teaching ministry of the Davises. There will be refreshments and fellowship at 9:30 a.m. with the morning session beginning at 10:00 a.m. A buffet lunch costing $9.00 will be catered at noon to be followed by the

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afternoon session at 1:15 p.m.

Reservations are necessary.

Men and women of all denominations are welcome to attend. Reservations must be received by Wednesday, November 23. Make checks payable to: Mary & Martha Joy Fellowship and mail to: Virgie Vidil, 9911 Walker Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037.

For further information call one of the following: Virgie Vidil at 412-384-4882 or Barbara Simpson at 724-258-4293

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Win a FREE Large “Grande” 1-topping Pizza from Vocelli Pizza*! Two (2) lucky winners every month!

Just fill in the correct answers to the questions below, and write your name, address and telephone number on the entry form. Then mail in your entry form to the Union-Finley Messenger. Each month we will draw two (2) local winners from all correct entries. Winners will receive a gift certificate good for one (1) FREE Large “GRANDE” pizza from Vocelli Pizza. Remember to look for a new Monthly Pizza Puzzler every month, and send in your entry form! (*Good only at Finleyville location. One entry per household per month. Employees of the Union-Finley Messenger; Haniford Enterprises LLC, or Vocelli Pizza are not eligible.)

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Beth Israel Center Thanks Congregants for Meaningful High Holiday Season Beth Israel Center is a Conservative Jewish Synagogue located at 118 Gill Hall Road on a lovely five-acre parcel of land in Jefferson Hills near the border of Pleasant Hills. Trees planted in its front yard commemorate various events in Beth Israel Center Synagogue’s history.

The giant magnolia tree that greets visitors as they turn into the entrance driveway was planted 25 years ago in honor of Glenn Burack’s confirmation.

Another young flowering tree was planted in honor of Rabbi Amy Greenbaum and Rabbi Alex Greenbaum’s beautiful daughter they lovingly adopted three years ago. A third tree, recently planted in the bit of land in the center of the circular driveway, is in memory of Siegfried Weinblum, longtime member and beloved father of the synagogue’s president Arthur Weinblum.

Beth Israel Center Synagogue congregants wish to thank all of the people who made the high holiday services meaningful and spiritual. The well-prepared speeches made by members Ron Weiss, Kenneth Regal and Art Weinblum were well received and provided excellent, organized information and concepts to remember and ponder.

The Erev Rosh Hashanah services and afternoon waterfront Rosh Hashanah services led by Rabbi Amy Greenbaum were a pleasure to attend. Cantor Bernie Rubb provided the congregation with guidance and skillful chanting of prayers. Cynthia Regal Balchunas and Stanley Selkowitz are to be commended for chanting important sections of the service. Richard Green performed the masterful job of blowing the shofar, a ram's horn. Arlene Green, Shirley Ravets, Dr. Joan Glickstein and Janet Selsley organized and hosted the afterservices refreshments. Dr. Stanley Glickstein, religious affairs chairperson, organized the multi-holiday schedule of events. Bob Burack and his house committee had the building repairs and construction updates completed in time. Irving Selsley completed the huge job of collating the information and printing copies of the synagogue’s directory, which was distributed during the holiday. Thanks to these people and all members for their never-ending kindness, friendship and charitable ways.

November Events at Beth Israel Center Synagogue Friday night services will be held November 4, 11 (with Rabbi Amy Greenbaum), 18, and 25 at 7:30 p.m.

An oneg (refreshments) will follow services.

Sunday morning, November 13, at 9:30 a.m. - Men's Club will meet for a light breakfast and discussion meeting.

Sunday evening, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. - the Adult Lecture Series sponsored by Louise and Bill Hunt will host Professor Glasco, who will discuss the photographs of Teenie Harris.

Refreshments. All lectures are free and open to the public.

For additional information, or to purchase Sisterhood’s popular cookbook, contact 412-655-2144 or visit bethisraelpgh.org.

Pleasant Hills to Celebrate Illumination Night This year’s Illumination Night, “Light the Christmas Spirit,” will be held at Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church on December 10 from 5 to 8:30 pm. Fun, excitement and old-time Christmas spirit await children, teenagers and adults as they enjoy both outdoor and indoor activities.

Outdoors, bonfires will be gathering places for people to drink hot chocolate and apple cider and savor old-fashioned s’mores. Returning annual favorites are free horse and carriage rides along Pleasant Hills’ picturesque streets and free trolley rides to view sections of the borough stunningly aglow with spectacular arrangements of Christmas lights and yard displays. Indoors, music, dancing and singing, a live manger scene, and other special attractions, such as balloon creations, will appeal to everyone. Refreshments, food and a baked goods sale will tease taste buds. Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church is located at 199 Old Clairton Road. Caryl Drive (behind the church) will be closed, and parking on nearby streets is limited. Free shuttle buses will run from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. from the Pleasant Hills Municipal Building parking lot at 410 East Bruceton Road and the Pleasant Hills Middle School lot. While admission and entertainment are free to everyone, donations of current non-perishable food items will be collected for the Cloverleaf Food Bank.

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Recent Local Death Notices Ausburn – David F., 70, of Monongahela died Thursday, September 1. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Kelly – Rhea Eugene, 86, of Monongahela died Thursday, September 1.

Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Barger – Clyde H., 85, of Monongahela died Saturday, September 17.

Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Lukas – Michael D., 86, of Monongahela died Monday, September 19. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Baumann – Lance R., 67, of Finleyville died Sunday, October 9. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Pavlo – Michael J., 84, of Mt. Pleasant, formerly of Monongahela died Wednesday, September 21. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Black – John, 91, of Finleyville died Wednesday, October 5. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Brown – Paul V., 84, of New Eagle died Sunday, September 25. Arrangements under direction of William A. Bautz Funeral Home in New Eagle.

Bruno – Pauline (Fedorko), 94, of Elizabeth died Saturday, October 1.

Arrangements under direction of Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Philips – Charles Jackson, 80, of Venetia died Sunday, October 23. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Repasky – Jerry Paul, 55, of Forward Township died Thursday, September 1.

Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Reynolds – Frank SR, 68, of Floreffe in Jefferson Hills died Tuesday, September 27.

Arrangements under direction of Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Caruso – Anthony “Tony the Telephone Man,” 64, of Rostraver Township, formerly of Monongahela, died Monday, October 13. Arrangements under direction of Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Sanders – Patricia A., 59, of Finleyville died Thursday, October 13. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Dias – Robert, 89, of Monongahela died Sunday, September 11. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Schock – Jacob Raymond, 69, of Monongahela died Tuesday, September 13.

Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

DiFrancesco – Aurthur Floyd, 72, of New Eagle died Wednesday, September 7.

Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Soltis – Elizabeth, 88, of Elizabeth died Monday, September 5. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Fedak – Marie, 92, of Monongahela died Friday, September 16. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Sutherland – Joseph Francis, 83, of Cranberry, formerly of Carroll Township, died Sunday, September 25. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Hixon – Charles Kenneth, 86, of Pittsburgh died Friday, September 30.

Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

Jackson – Sanford Myers “Sam,” 75, of Monongahela died Thursday, September 8.

Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Kascik – Mary, 101, of Carroll Township died Sunday, September 18. Arrangements under direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Svac – Michael, 81, of Jefferson Hills died Thursday, October 6. Arrangements under direction of Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

Walker – Wilda E., 94, of Canonsburg, formerly of Finleyville, died Thursday, September 29. Arrangements under direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

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Mon-Vale Auxiliary Cooks Up Fundraiser for Mon Valley Hospital

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Former Cook for Fallingwater, Elsie Henderson, to Visit PT Library Elsie Henderson, longtime and last cook for the Kaufmann family at Fallingwater, will visit the Peters Township Public Library on Saturday, November 12 at 10 a.m. to discuss her life with and recipes prepared for the remarkable Kaufmann clan.

The 98-year-old's adventures at Fallingwater are intertwined with recipes for the dishes she served there for 15 years in The Fallingwater Cookbook: Elsie Henderson's Recipes and Memories, written by Suzanne Martinson. Chef Robert Sendall and the late Jane Citron, longtime cooking instructor, also contributed to this unique volume.

During the library program, Henderson will respond to questions from friend Lowell Britson, and then answer questions posed by the audience. Copies of The Fallingwater Cookbook will be available for purchase and signing after the presentation. Register to attend this program by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org, visit the library circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.

Ruth Antonelli, Auxiliary president, shows off the new cookbooks for sale in the Monongahela Valley Hospital Gift Shop.

The 120 members of the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. pulled together their favorite tried-and-true recipes, and the resulting cookbook is now for sale in the Monongahela Valley Hospital Gift Shop.

The books cost $7 and all funds raised will benefit patient care at Monongahela Valley Hospital. The 73 pages of favorites are neatly bound in a 7inch by 9-inch, three-ring binder that lays flat when opened and includes an easy-wipe-off cover.

In addition to the Gift Shop, the cookbooks can be purchased at any of the Auxiliary’s upcoming events, including the Harvest Luncheon in early November, a bake sale at Light-Up-Night on November 21, and a jewelry sale in December.

The Auxiliary donated $91,500 to MVH in 2011, bringing the organization’s total donations to more than $3 million over the last 33 years.

For more information on the cookbooks, call the gift shop at 724-258-1167.

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Washington Area Humane Society Hosting Holiday Gift Expo

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By Tracy Fedkoe

The Washington Area Humane Society (WAHS) will be hosting a Holiday Gift Expo November 19 from 11 am to 5 pm at their shelter located at 1527 Route 136 in Eighty-Four, PA. The expo will feature many crafters, a bake sale, and pet photos with Santa.

All proceeds will go to the shelter, and visitors will be able to see the facility and choose a pet for adoption if desired.

WAHS is a no-kill shelter funded solely on donations. They take in thousands of animals each year, care for them, provide outpatient care, vaccinations, spay and neuter services, and facilitate adoptions right on site. Fall is their busy time of year, and right now they have 70 dogs and puppies and 175 cats and kittens waiting to find a good home.

WAHS is hoping to raise enough

funds to build a new facility at the same location in the near future because their current building is over 100 years old and in need of repair. “If we are able to get a new facility, our animals will be in a much healthier, happier environment,” said Becky Phillips, manager and PA Humane Officer. Their goal is not to increase in capacity, but to provide a better environment that’s easier to maintain and includes things like air exchange handlers to bring in fresh air for the pets.

WAHS is always looking for volunteers to serve as foster families, work with the animals, or provide clerical

These two dogs arrived at Washington Area Humane Society in September after they were abandoned in Burgettstown. Clyde, the Chihuahua, was very protective of his buddy, Bonnie, a Pit Bull, and it was apparent they didn’t want to be separated. Just two months later, they were adopted together into a very happy home.PHOTO WASHINGTON AREA HUMANE SOCIETY

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services for the shelter. They offer a volunteer orientation and will accept teens over 16 to walk dogs, but younger students are also needed to help in other ways. To find out how you can help animals in your area, visit www.washingtonpashelter.org, or call 724-222-7237.

Fallen Timber Animal Shelter in Elizabeth Receives Grant

By Tracy Fedkoe

Fallen Timber Animal Shelter in Elizabeth, part of the Western PA Humane Society has received a grant from the Camp Bow Wow Foundation, which it will use for a makeover for the shelter and a new outside play area for dog socialization. Work is in progress now and is hoped to be finished by the end of November. Interior improvements will include a new floor, painting, two new air conditioning units, and additional dog kennels.

Fallen Timber is an open-door shelter and takes all kinds of animals including dogs, cats, bunnies, and hamsters, and they have even had a few roosters, iguanas, and other uncommon pets. The facility is equipped with 40 dog kennels that can be shared based on temperament, 33 cat cages, and additional space for other animals. They take new animals by appointment only, but their policy is to never turn an animal in

Fallen Timber Shelter in Elizabeth, part of the Western PA Humane Society, received a grant from the Camp Bow Wow Foundation and will use monies for a makeover and outdoor play area for dogs.

need away. “Our ultimate goal is to find homes for all of them,” said Christa Diebel, manager at the shelter.

The shelter offers many pet services, including clinic care, spaying and neutering, vaccinations, and adoption services. With a minimal staff of 10, they rely heavily on volunteers and are in need of additional help during the week. “Volunteers are important to the shelter because they interact with the animals on a daily basis and provide feedback vital for adoption,” said Diebel. Volunteers have to be over 16 to work alone, but teens ages 12-16 can help if accompanied by an adult. To donate or volunteer, visit www.wpahumane.org or call 412-751-2010.

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UFAAA Seeks New Board Members for the 2012 Season It is time to fill the vacant Board seats for the Union Finley Area Athletic Association, which is the local baseball and softball association based in Finleyville. UFAAA accepts players from Union Township and surrounding communities. Although the spring 2012 season is at least five months away, a board must be put in place and start planning right away to have a successful season. Player sign-ups are usually held at the end of January but will be here before you know it.

Each board position is a two-year commitment. The current positions that need to be filled are: president, baseball commissioner, treasurer, secretary, concession stand manager, field scheduler, special events, and field maintenance. Thank you to those who have already stepped up to fill the positions of softball commissioner and uniforms. If anyone would like to volunteer for a position, please contact Michele Gohacki, the outgoing Union Finley President, at 724-348-9168 or mgohacki@msn.com. If the Board positions are not filled by the end of November, the league will cancel the 2012 season, will dissolve, and will sell all assets. Please consider volunteering to keep our kids playing ball in their hometown community.

Nathan Bramer Named National #1 BMX Champion Nathan Bramer, a seventh-grade student at South Park Middle School, son of Jim and Rhonda Bramer of South Park, brought home the National #1 BMX Champion title for the 12-year-old Intermediate Class.

Bramer traveled to Louisville, KY, over the Labor Day weekend to participate in the 2011 National Bicycle League Grand National Championship, where he competed against the top riders from all over the country to win the coveted title. Just two months prior, he traveled to Bethel, CT, where he took another consecutive win and claimed the 2011 #1 Northeast Regional title. He now advances to the Expert Class.

Bramer currently rides a Hyper brand bicycle for the Thunder Racing BMX Race Team. He is also fortunate to practice on South Park BMX track, nationally recognized as one of the most technical tracks in the country. Races run locally there every Wednesday evening from April through October.Congratulations, Nate, on another great year!

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Ringgold Men’s Soccer Ringgold Rams Win the Section Title

By Paul Chasko

The Ringgold Rams Men’s Soccer Team recently concluded the most successful regular season in school history.

The Rams clinched the Class AA Section 6 Championship a few weeks ago and are now into the WPIAL playoff games. They finished the regular season with a perfect record. Overall, Ringgold finished 15-0-1 and gave up only one goal all season.

Congratulations go out to the team and to the coaches.

Coach Ronnie Fransco has brought the Rams Men’s Soccer program close to where it needs to be in just six years.

He first concentrated on the middle school team. Now, as juniors and seniors the same group of kids are playing great soccer. Coach Fransco has said that we’re now able to field 11 strong varsity players, which was impossible when he started his program.

Coach Fransco’s son Skylar may have the unique opportunity to play in two WPIAL tournaments. Skylar plays forward on the soccer team and is the kicker for the Rams Football Team. It just may happen that he gets that chance.

Ringgold’s 2011 regular season was spectacular. Take a look at the summary pictured to the right.

Opponent Date Score Belle Vernon Sept. 6 1/0 Charleroi Sept. 9 3/0 Mount Pleasant Sept 10 5/0 Uniontown Sept 13 12/0 Elizabeth Forward Sept 15 4/0 Waynesburg Central Sept 22 3/0 McGuffey Sept 24 1/0 Belle Vernon Sept 27 1/0 Charleroi Sept. 29 3/0 Uniontown Oct. 4 9/0 Elizabeth Forward Oct. 6 3/0 California Oct. 11 5/0 Waynesburg Central Oct. 13 7/0 McGuffey Oct. 18 3/0 Canon McMillan Oct. 19 1/1 Points Scored: 54 Points Allowed: 1

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Ringgold Rams Club Hosts Annual Hall of Fame Banquet November 5

By Paul Chasko

The Ringgold Rams Club annual Hall of Fame Banquet will be held this year at the Ringgold High School Cafeteria on November 5 with the reception beginning at 5:30 pm and the Dinner at 6 pm. Cost is $40 with all profits benefiting Ringgold School District students.

THIS YEAR’S INDUCTEES ARE: •Deirdre B. Bair – Critically acclaimed author of four published biographies for which she received the National Book Award and the Gradiva Award. Two of her biographies were chosen by the New York Times as “Best Book of the Year” She’s been profiled on CBS and NBC television as well as the Brian Lehrer radio show.

• Laura Magone – Filmmaker, photographer, author and organizational development consultant. Having led consulting and training activities for Duquesne University, she is now selfemployed. She earned a BS in Business

and Administration and an MBA from Duquesne. In 2007, she was named as the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Mid-Atlantic Region’s Home-Based Business Champion.

• Ashley Totedo – Lawyer and 1995 graduate of Ringgold High School, daughter of Jim and Shelley Totedo of Donora. She was All-American Basketball Center at Shippensburg University and was instrumental in the team winning four straight PSAC championships. She received an NCAA post graduate scholarship to attain her law degree from Duquesne University.

• Paul Zolak – Ringgold teacher, football coach, and then athletic director for 20 years, a Donora native who now resides in Belle Vernon. After graduating from Donora High School in 1965, he pursued education and athletics at California University of Pennsylvania and received a master’s degree from West Virginia University in curriculum and instruction.

Jordan Fowler Named NCAC Player of the Week

• James Renacci – Ohio Representative to the U.S. House of Representatives. Having a successful business career, he has owned and managed 60 businesses. Born in New Eagle, he graduated from Ringgold in 1976 and earned a BS in business from Indiana University of PA. • Frank Irey, Jr. (posthumously) – President of the Mon-Valley Progress Council for 30 years, who pulled together coalitions for the construction of the Mon Valley Expressway. Born in Monongahela, he graduated from Monongahela High School in 1948. He left pursuit of an engineering degree and worked his way into the contracting/construction business. Over the next 40 years, Frank Irey Jr., Inc. constructed a multitude of roads, bridges, water plants, buildings, mining complexes, and amusement parks.

• Floyd France (posthumously) – Former President and Secretary of the Monongahela Area School Board and,

after the merger of Monongahela and Donora school districts, first President of the Ringgold School Board. He worked in the mail room at the Monongahela Daily Republican and eventually became the newspaper’s managing editor for 43 years. Prior, he was a sportswriter. He founded the Mon Valley Football Conference in 1925, which soon became the Big Five Conference. The conference evolved and through additions became the Big Ten. • Paul Adkins – Adjunct Assistant Professor for the University of the Arts, Philadelphia, and a tenor who enjoys a career in the United States and abroad.

He has performed with 11 city-based opera companies, including many symphonic engagements. His television credits include co-producer and featured solo artist in the international PBS broadcast of “The Musical Legacy of Roland Hayes.” He has appeared as a guest soloist on many other telecasts.

RAYSA's U-10 Girl's Travel "Lil' Lady Rams Have a Great Fall Season

Allegheny College Senior Jordan Fowler, a Ringgold High School graduate, has been selected as North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) Offensive Player of the Week after a tremendous road performance on Saturday, October 8. Fowler delivered a career day through the air in leading the Gators past Kenyon, 31 - 17. Fowler, who finished the day with a career-high 271 yards, was 8-of-10 on the final drive of the first half that broke the game open.

Targeting five different receivers, the fourth-year signal caller from Finleyville hooked up with Matt Griffith for a 16-yard touchdown score with 25 seconds left on the board. He also closed the afternoon with career highs in completions (35) and attempts (39), while the pair of touchdown passes equaled a career best. The victory resulted in Allegheny’s sixth straight win against the Lords and the program’s 19th win in the last 20 meetings of the series.

Sunshine Kids Congratulations to RAYSA's U-10 Girl's Travel "Lil' Lady Rams" on a great Fall season; outscoring all opponents a combined score of 33-4, and losing only one game by the score of 1-0. Pictured above are (front row) Hannah Frizzell, Natalie Egan, and Leah Sargent. (Second row) Jenna Sargent, Delaney Fox, Alexa Carrozza, Sydney Repasky, Alexa Vaccaro, Mikayla Byczynski, and Jessica Tomosky. Back row are coaches John Sargent and Jeff Fox.

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Greenock Celebrates First Meet the Hero Day with Visit from Local Firemen As a culminating event to their Olweus Bully Prevention week, Greenock school hosted its first 'Meet The Hero Day. All boys and girls learned some fire safety tips from the local fire departments and were then given a tour of the trucks and equipment. All students received a ruler, a home safety pamphlet, a note pad, and a fire safety bag. In addition, all boys and girls were asked to wear their favorite super hero T-shirts as a reminder that heroes come in all shapes, sizes and ages and that they are Warriors, not bullies!

Green Team Recycles, Cleans, Plants!

Elizabeth Forward’s "Green Team" Club consists of high school students who promote environmental initiatives throughout the school.

Currently 20-25 students keep the recycling program running (paper, plastic, and aluminum).

Another activity is maintaining the school's greenhouse and helping to beautify the grounds surrounding the school. Students planted mums in planters at the entrance of the school and the "EF" sign at the stadium.

Forward Township VFD Visits William Penn Members of the Forward Township Volunteer Fire Department visited William Penn Elementary for its annual fire safety presentation. Students were reminded about the dangers of fire, how to prevent fires, and what to do if a fire occurs in their home. The students were able to try on firefighter equipment and see the different types of lifesaving equipment that is housed on fire trucks. The William Penn Family would like to thank FTVFD for a great show.

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Third graders (l-r) Eva Vogt, Evin Fries, Jacob Brigode, Jacob Walsh, and PaigeSands are shown with their "All About Me" poster projects.

MCRS Kindergarten teacher Mrs. Leslie Koziel read Purplicious while thestudents enjoyed purple freezepops on "Purple Day."

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MCRS 6th grade - Sixth graders Jonathan Spadaro, Jenna Albert, Luke Greaves, Olivia Behanna, and Shellee Flament are shown with their resource posters.

JV Volleyball players Allie Zimmerman, Hannah Williams, Sarah Grandinette and Gabby Fronzaglio are all smiles before their match. Go Mustangs!

Pictured l-r) Tyler Pakish, John Stablein, Jake Stablein, McKenzie Zimmerman, Matt Agostoni, Nathan Lentz, and Issac Petrosky help gear up for MCRS's popular coupon book sale. Back by popular demand are the Enjoy,Entertainment, and KidStuff books.

The coupon books are available now in the school office.

Call 724-258-3199 for details.

First graders Blake Eisel, Kathalise Mahalko, and Gracie Rodriguez enjoy art class.

TJ Girls Soccer Plays for Breast Cancer Awareness On October 10, the Thomas Jefferson High School Girls Soccer Team played not so much to win but to raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer. During this “pink out” game against Keystone Oaks at TJ Stadium, the TJ team wore special pink uniforms and the KO team wore pink socks. Fans also participated by wearing pink attire. The TJ Jaguar Soccer Boosters, which organized the event, sold over 50 T-shirts with proceeds going to The Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer Research. “Almost everyone knows someone affected by the disease, so this was a way to raise awareness,” said Jim Stuncard, who along with his wife, Jen, headed the project on behalf of the boosters. “We hope to continue this every October as

The girls were thrilled that all proceeds from the event went to The Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer Research. The team hopes to make this event an annual tradition.

a tradition for the team.” In the end, the girls won 2 to 0 against KO. All involved appreciated the support of Coach Sharon Sumansky and her staff.

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Thomas Jefferson High School Girls Soccer Team raises awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness month by playing a “pink out” game against Keystone Oaks. Here, the girls form a pink ribbon.

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Peter Township Students Named National Merit Semi-finalists PETERS TOWNSHIP

SCHOOL NEWS Bower Hill Elementary Reads for the Record On Thursday, October 6, students at Bower Hill Elementary School took part in Jumpstart’s Read for the Record, a national campaign to promote literacy and early childhood education.

Students across the country read the same book to raise awareness and for a chance at breaking last year’s world record for a shared reading experience of more than 2 million students.

This year, guest readers were invited into the Bower Hill classrooms to read the children’s classic Llama Llama Red Pajama by Anna Dewdney to the students and set the Bower Hill tally at more than 733 students for the Read for the Record.

This event is part of Bower Hill PTA’s annual Read-a-Thon, where students tally how many minutes they read over a 12-day period. Students earn medals for their participation in the Read-a-Thon, and the classrooms that read the most win prizes for their classroom.

Jan Trombitas reads to her daughter’s third grade class - love the red pajamas!

Sue Filoon reads to Ms. Basista’s second grade class.

Four students from Peters Township High School have been named semi-finalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation in the annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These students are among an elite group of 16,000 students from across the nation to earn this honor.

Seniors Kierra Falbo, Valerie Gobao, Alexandra Hussey and Daniel Ketyer will now have an opportunity to continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships, worth more than $36 million, that will be offered next spring. Merit Scholar designees are selected on the basis of their skills, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies.

In addition, senior Taylor Young was also recognized by the National Achievement Scholarship Corporation as a semi-finalist in this academic competition that recognizes outstanding Black American high school students. Taylor is one of 1,600 students across the nation to earn this distinction.

Pleasant Valley Student’s Ticket to Read Has Him Leading the Nation Pleasant Valley second grader Andrew Daube has taken his “ticket to read” right to the front of the line. Pleasant Valley students have been using the Ticket to Read website to help build reading fluency, phonics and comprehension both in school and at home. Students read passages and complete activities that earn them points to use within the website. In just one week, Daube earned 24,675 points and was the top student in the nation on the website's weekly leader board. Daube is a student in Tim Cirincione's second grade class at Pleasant Valley.

Andrew Daube

TJ Zombies Hunt for Victims in First Annual Run

By Jim Caldwell

Some 14 Zombies, or volunteers from the Thomas Jefferson High School Cross Country Team, stalked and chased almost 40 runners on the course behind Jefferson Elementary School Saturday morning, October 22, for excitement and a The Thomas Jefferson High School Cross Country Team good cause.

Gwenna made gruesome-looking Zombies for the First Annual Cokley, a 10th-grade Zombie Run held October 22. Run for your lives!

English teacher, organized the First Annual Zombie Run with help from students, staff, parents, and donations from community businesses.

Runners and walkers paid to run or walk “for their lives” and to help raise money for this year’s prom. Those who ran had two red or yellow flags draped from their waist, symbolizing two lives. A couple of students also dressed in Halloween costumes. The Zombies were released from their cage behind the fence two minutes

later to search for them and pull the flags to “devour” their victims. Those losing both flags were “dead” but were still encouraged to complete the 2.8 mile run, although they were not be eligible for gift card prizes given to those finishing with the best times. The second part of the event was a Mini Monster Run for kids ages 10 and under, where Zombie Lia Meden chased them for a couple circles around the library building. About 10 little runners participated.

Cokley stated that although she had hoped to have 100 participants, she was pleased that the first year of this annual event was successful. In future years, the crowd will grow when the word spreads about the fun time everyone had.

For additional photos on this event, please visit the photo gallery on our website at www.unionfinley.com.

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By Paul Chasko

Kids Meet the Firefighters at REN Fire Safety Experts Give Take-Home Tips

By Paul Chasko

The kids at Ringgold Elementary North (REN) had a visit from a number of firefighters from the Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department on October 14. They got a lot of good tips on fire safety, how to prevent fires and what to do if one should occur.

First, Firefighter Adam Parker spoke about home fires and made the kids This is what you should hope to see coming for more aware of fire prevention. There you in a burning building. were a lot of questions and answers.

The second part of the program centered on home fire safety – things that can be done to make the home safer.

These include purchasing fire extinguishers and smoke detectors, practicing home fire drills, learning more than one escape route and establishing a family meeting place outside the home in the event of a fire. All the kids seemed to be aware of the importance of the 911 call.

The third and most serious part of The kids get answers to all their questions. the program let the kids know exactly what to do if they were trapped in a burning home.

Firefighter Jason Melzer put on all the special clothing and gear used by firefighters, including a self-contained breathing apparatus.

To young kids, a firefighter may look pretty scary.

Adam pointed out that this weird-looking guy is a firefighter, and in case of a fire The 4th graders listen attentively. he is the friend that will get you out – do not hide from him or run away from him.

Firefighter Russ Allridge closed the program warning the kids of the seriousness of home fires and how rapidly they can spread.

For additional photos on this event, please visit the photo gallery on our website at www.unionfinley.com.

Homecoming at Ringgold’s Joe Montana Stadium couldn’t have been better – the light rain let up for a wonderful halftime ceremony and another big win for the football team. As decided last year – Ringgold will go with a new tradition of choosing a homecoming king as well as a queen. As it turned out, the queen and king, Kendalyn Sypolt Kendalyn enjoys her first moments as queen. and Lane Poziviak, are both active in the Ram Pound - that wild and crazy group always stirring up more Ringgold school spirit. Sypolt is the secretary of the organization, and Poziviak is the president.

Sypolt is the daughter of Cynthia McConnell and Jeffrey Babcock. She is the Secretary of the Ram Pound and an advanced fine arts student. She plans to attend Waynesburg University to major in marine biology after high school. Her escort to the homecoming ceremony was King Candidate Zak Radu.

The 2011 Homecoming Queen Kendalyn Sypolt and King Lane Poziviak.

Poziviak is the son of Roberta and George Poziviak. An honor student throughout high school, he is a member of the National Honor Society and the Academic All-athletic Team and serves as the Ram Pound President. He’s participated in baseball and track through high school. His future plans are to attend the University of Pittsburgh to major in nursing. As a king candidate, he was escort to queen candidate Chianti Sivek.

Other queen and king candidates were The court: (ladies) Chianti Sivek, Jordon Jordon Gillingham, escorted by Erik Gillingham, Queen Kendalyn Sypoly, Amanda Dinardo; Amanda Rimsek, escorted by Rimsek and Natalie Karpinsky and (men) Dominic Affinito, Erik Dinardo, King Lane Josh Gudenburr; and Natalie Karpinsky, Poziviak, Josh Gudenburr and Zak Radu. escorted by Dominick Affinito (who had a busy enough night as a Ram running back/line-backer. The 2010 Homecoming Queen Lena Tadeo was on hand to crown her successor, Queen Kendalyn. Congratulations to the new queen and king and to all the members of their court.

South Park Elementary Center Upcoming PTO Meetings South Park Elementary Center holds its Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) meetings on the third Thursday of each month, excluding December.

Remaining dates for the 2011/2012 school year are November 17, January 19, February 16, March 15, April 19, and May 17.

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Ringgold School Board Meeting Project Plan Submitted for Expansion and Renovation of the REN

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were a result of the contractors playing catch-up to meet the opening date that had already slipped from the completion date guaranteed by contract. The list of invoices was presented for information only at this meeting and will undergo further review prior to seeing a motion for payment.

The Superintendent of Schools, Gary Hamilton, announced that the Ringgold Boys Soccer Team won their section championship. This was the first section title win for any Ringgold Boys Soccer Team in the history of the school.

He also announced that Kirsten McMichael had won the Washington County Cross Country (Girls) Invitational Meet.

Board President Bill Stein announced that the October Ringgold Outstanding Employee Award went to High School Social Studies Teacher, Mrs. Margaret Flynn. Mrs. Flynn was present to accept the award. She thanked the Board and her fellow teachers for choosing her for this award.

A motion to adopt a resolution acknowledging that the 1/2% earned income and net profit tax (EIT) will be collected by Washington County failed until the $3,200 exemption can be incorporated.

Architects HHSDR submitted a preliminary layout plan for the proposed renovation and expansion of the Ringgold Elementary School North (REN) in Gastonville, Union Twp. The plan includes an addition of six new classrooms attached to the rear of the existing building that will eventually replace the modular classrooms just put in service this fall. On completion of the building expansion, according to the board, the modular classrooms will likely be placed in service elsewhere in the school district. The plan reflects layout drawings that will be used to solicit bids.

Billings from contractors having done work on the Ringgold Elementary School South (RES) became an issue at this meeting. The billing issue arose in discussion of an upcoming motion that will be required to approve payment to contractors of approximately $ 40,000 for a variety of last minute tasks completed to meet the school opening date announced by the administration. Board member Chuck Smith raised the question as to whether these tasks should have been done under change notices that would have required prior approval or whether they were part of the original contracted scope of work. Board member Denise Kuhn understood that Go to our website at www.unionfinley.com for more details on this meeting. some of these charges were to correct defiTaxpayers are urged to look at the expenditure details listed ciencies picked up by inspectors. Mr. with the website article – it’s your money.

Smith stated his belief that the extra costs

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A:. Hospice is a quality-of-life enhancing option for those no longer responding to medical treatments and who the doctor believes have six months or less to live. Most hospice care is provided in the home but may take place in a hospice home or a hospice/palliative care area within a medical facility with a focus on relieving pain and discomfort, not cure. Palliative care solely alleviates pain and other symptoms experienced by a terMarshall Marra minally ill person. Modern technology has made it possible for F.D./Owner hospice patients to resume their fairly normal routine for much Marshall Marra Funeral Home of the course of the illness. When the illness progresses to a point where the patient is bed ridden, palliative care can significantly reduce or, in some cases, eliminate suffering. For years, hospice was thought to treat only people dying from cancer but now treats people facing any life-threatening illness. The goal of hospice is to provide good, maybe even almost normal, quality of life for as long as possible—not cure. And, at the very end stages, hospice focuses on making the transition to death as easy as possible. In most cases, Medicare will cover hospice; check with your insurance provider to see if you apply.

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A: An infrared heater uses heat very similar to the sun and its silent technology will not disturb the home environment in any way. Infrared technology also does not use as much energy as the leading space heater. In fact, you'll get more heat from an infrared heater than you will from traditional heating options. Infrared heat also does not create a stuffy feeling as most heaters do because no air is being pushed around. Heat is distributed evenly.

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Q: How do most people use infrared heaters?

A: Electric infrared heaters produce heat very quickly, and the heat is easily directed to the space in a very precise beam. Because you're not heating all the air in the entire room, electric infrared heaters use less energy to heat up the room at a much faster speed. Infrared heaters are great for instant heat on those chilly mornings. Save your feet from the cold tile on the floor in the kitchen or bathroom with an infrared heater!

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your home on the market. This is a big and important decision, regardless of the reason for moving.

However, the time has come – you have received an offer on your home. How can you make it through this trying time? How do you know which offer to take and what counter-offer to make?

Jack Gallik, Manager, Peters Township Office 724-941-3340

A: TRUST YOUR AGENT: You hired your agent for a reason. He/she has the experience handling negotiations and contracts. Ask any questions you may have, and don’t let the pressure of every small detail overwhelm you.

HAVE DOWNTOWN: Get your mind off a stressful situation. Relax so that you can come back later refreshed and ready for decision making.

OPEN COMMUNICATION: Express your concerns to your spouse, significant other or business partner. You never know what someone else is thinking.

EXERCISE: This is a great way to clear your mind.

RUN THE NUMBERS: Seeing the facts in black and white can help take emotion out of this business decision. Should you accept this offer? Do the math, and know for sure.

BE PATIENT: Buyers can take time to consider your counter-offers.

LEAVE IMPULSE AT THE DOOR: This is not the time to make rash decisions. You want to be sure that this is the right deal for you.

STAY POSITIVE: Remember, this is the doorway to your new life.

Trust in your Northwood Real Estate Agent to help you through! Call any one of our offices, and an agent will be happy to meet with you to discuss all the details and questions you may have.

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GASTROENTEROLOGY Q: What does the Specialty of Gastroenterology involve?

A: Gastroenterology is a subspecialty of Internal Medicine concerning the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive system. The latter includes the intestinal tract (which consists of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, and rectum) and three major digestive organs : the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.

Q: What type of work is done by

John Hauser, MD Allegheny Digestive Health

gastroenterologists at an Ambulatory Surgery Center?

A: Most of the work done here involves diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for diseases of the esophagus, stomach, and colon. One common procedure is called an EGD in which a thin optical tube connected to a television monitor is passed through the patient's mouth to examine the stomach, all done under conscious sedation. Common conditions such as reflux disease and peptic ulcer disease are easily diagnosed in this examination, and biopsies can be obtained to determine if cancer is present. Another procedure frequently performed is Colonoscopy. In this case, a long flexible scope is passed thru the rectum and guided thru the colon, under direct visualization on the television monitor.

Common conditions such as colitis, diverticulosis, benign polyps, and colon cancer are diagnosed in this manner. Polyps can be removed with electrocautery techniques to prevent their developing into cancer. Patients undergoing Colonoscopy are required to cleanse their colon with a bowel prep taken the day prior to examination Both procedures are performed comfortably with IV sedatives administered by the Department of Anesthesia.

Q: How are endoscopic procedures scheduled?

A: Patients either request the examinations themselves, or are referred by their primary care physicians. Sometime it is recommended that the patients meet their endoscopist durind an office visit prior to the procedure, but in some case this is not necessary and the patient can meet the endoscopist the morning of the examination. In some cases preoperative laboratory testing and an EKG might be required before the procedure. All patients must provide a driver because the sedation makes driving a vehicle unsafe.

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Allegheny Center for Digestive Health John Hauser, MD Vipin Gupta, MD 100 Stoops Drive, Suite 320 Monongahela, PA 15063 724-483-4150

Southwestern Surgical Associates Philip Ripepi, MD 500 N. Lewis Run Road, Suite 101 Pittsburgh, PA 15122 412-466-4121

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Happy Thanksgiving from Forever Young Thanks to local talent Cil Tenner for entertaining us with her songs and guitar on October 4. November 1, 15, and 22 are our next meeting days; we will not have meetings on November 8, as our facility is used for Election Day (get out and vote!) or on November 29. Display your flag on Election Day and Veterans Day, November 11. Our meetings start at 10:30 a.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and Lord’s Prayer, and we play Bingo every week. Have a Happy November Birthday, Ann Lynch, Mary Taylor, and Mary Kotula. Life is like a hot bath—the longer you stay in it, the more wrinkled you get!

Valley Senior Club Books Alaska Cruise The Valley Seniors Club's trip to Alaska aboard the Princess Cruise Line will be departing May 23 to June 3, 2012. For details, call 724-258-3950.

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Seeking Senior Artists for Competition/ Exhibit

Whether you have practiced art all of your life, or, like Grandma Moses, you began painting in your senior years, you are invited to join in paying tribute to the artist in you aged to perfection or borne with age. The Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is seeking artists 55 years of age and older who reside in Fayette, Greene or Washington counties, or who are members of senior centers in the tri-county area, to take part in the Senior Expressions Art Competition and Exhibit.

BASIC CRITERIA INCLUDE: • Each artist may enter only one painting/picture, completed after the age of 55.

• Categories to be judged are Landscape/Seascape, Still Life/Floral, Animal, Portrait and Abstract.

• Artwork may be in acrylic/oil, watercolor, pastels, and other media such as pencil, pen and ink, and charcoal.

• The size (with a frame) can be no larger than 24” x 36”. Crafts, sculptures and needlework items cannot be accepted.

• Each painting/picture must be framed and have a wire attached for hanging.

Registration forms are due no later than November 1. An independent jury will evaluate and judge the entries. Artwork will be displayed in the gallery area of 300 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi, from November 7 through November 10. An artists’ reception will be held at this location on November 10 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Winners will be announced and prizes awarded at the reception.

For more information, rules and registration forms, contact your local senior centers; the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging at 724-489-8080, ext.

4433, or toll-free 1-888-300-2704; or go online at www.swpa-aaa.org to download the art criteria and registration forms.

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Seniors Attend Health Expo for Screenings and Information

By Andrea Earnest

Rite Aid provided blood pressure screening and information.

Over 400 constituents turned out for the Senior Expo event sponsored by State Senator John Pippy and State Representative Rick Saccone at the Broughton Fire Department Hall in South Park on Thursday, October 13. The beautiful fall weather encouraged hundreds of people to show up, and they lined up outside the entrance waiting

for the doors to open.

Among the health care providers offering screening services and information were Jefferson Hospital, Allegheny Department of Public Welfare, Comfort Keepers, Mt. Vernon of South Park, and Tri-Community South Emergency Medical Services. Walgreen’s gave flu shots for people who had made an appointment beforehand. Nearly 30 providers helped to make the event a success.

Seasonal Flu Shot Clinic and Memory Screening Seasonal Flu and Pneumonia Shots will be available at no charge with Medicare health insurance coverage (just present Medicare Part B health insurance card at time of vaccination) at Comfort Keepers, 5824 Brownsville Rd. on Monday, November 7 from 9 - 11 a.m. Memory Screenings will also be available for free and are being conducted in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Call (412) 653-6100 to sign up or walk-ins are welcome.

Senior News from the Venetia Community Center The following information is for the Venetia Community Center located at 800 Venetia Road, Venetia, sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging.

Only one luncheon will be held this month, on November 10. Blood pressure screenings will be offered from 11 a.m. to noon, when lunch will be served. Following lunch, there will be a 50/50 drawing. Following the drawing, our guest speaker will be Phyliss Permar, a member of Peters Township Library ROOTS Group. Her topic will be "Preserving History/Growing Your Family Tree." For reservations, call Erma Grego at 724-941-6956. Bring yourself and a friend.

Our flea market was a success! If you didn't attend you missed some great bargains, so watch for another one perhaps in the spring.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving from all of us to all of you!

Birthdays for November are Emma Huston, Janet Janico, Mary Kotula, Jean Mondale, Lois Obringer, Mary Paver, Loretta Stancampanio, Mary Taylor and Loraine Terminato. Happy Birthday to each of you!

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NOVEMBER Baltimore House 412-653-9332 176 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills 5 - Norm Nardini with Sherri Richards 11 - Dancing Queen 12 - Radio Tokyo 18 - Karaoke Contest (sign in by 9 pm) 19 - Crazy Cowboys 25 - Midlife Crisis 26 - 5 Mile Radius Sundays - live entertainment Bootsie’s Bar 412-672-1120 699 O’Neil Blvd., McKeesport 5 - The Woo Hoo Band 12 - Bobby Kellar Band 23 - Thanksgiving Eve Bash w/ DJ Chris 26 - End of View Thursdays - Karaoke Fridays - DJ Chris Denny’s Roadhouse 724-258-6232 3431 Rt. 136, Finleyville Mondays - Saturdays - Exotic/ lingerie barmaids, 6 pm-2 am Eck’s Restaurant & Lounge 724-310-3570 1574 Fourth Street, Monongahela 3 - White Rose Karaoke 4 - White Rose Karaoke 5 - DJ DL & Bob E 10 - White Rose Karaoke 11 - DJ DL & Bob E 12 - DJ DL & Bob E 17 - White Rose Karaoke, “George’s Birthday” 18 - White Rose Karaoke 19 - DJ DL & Bob E 21 - MonValley Jazz Band 23 - White Rose Karaoke, “Turkey Special” 25 - DJ DL & Bob E 26 - DJ DL & Bob E

Elrama Tavern 412-384-3630 • 1520 Rt. 837, Elrama 4 - Dave Iglar 10 - Full Moon Party w/ Karaoke 19 - Todd Jones 23 - Holiday Kick-Off Party w/ Running Low Tuesdays - Bar Bingo, 7:30 pm Freddie’s II 412-833-1830 2789 South Park Road, Bethel Park Wednesdays - Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament, 7:30 pm Thursdays - Magician, 6:30-8:30 pm Saturdays - Live entertainment, 9 pm-midnight 5 - The Desperados 12 - The Henhouse Roosters 19 - Open Jukebox 26 - Open Jukebox Hey Andy Sportsbar and Lounge 724-258-4755 1221 W. Main Street, Monongahela 4 - Eldorado Kings 5 - The WeedRags 11 - Mark Cyler and The Lost Coins 12 - Matt Barranti & Bill Ali 18 - Brother Jeep 19 - Whiskey Outlaws 23 - Thanksgiving Eve Party w/ Clinton Clegg & The Backstabbing Good People 25 - Fynal Tyme II 26 - Shovelhead

Live Music & Entertainment at Your Neighborhood Hot Spot!

The Kickstand Bar & Restaurant 412-384-3080 1100 Hayden Blvd., Elizabeth 5 - Karaoke 12 - Dave Iglar 19 - The Loco Motives 26 - Karaoke Pit Stop Bar and Grille 412-384-7487 • 1473 Rt. 837, Elrama Saturdays - Free juke box, 9 am-1 pm Rinky Dinks Roadhouse 724-228-1059 •339 Amity Ridge Road, Amity 5 - Davisson Brothers Band 11 - The Weedrags 12 - Ruff Creek 19 - Chris Higbee 26 - Ruff Creek Tuesdays - Jam Night w/ the WeedRags, 8 pm-midnight River House Cafe 724-565-5700 • 506 McKean Ave., Charleroi Entertainment - 9:30 pm-1:30 am 5 - Steeltown 12 - Crosstown 19 - Brother Jeep 23 - Soul Village 26 - Greg Cappozzi Rockin’ Willies Roadhouse 724-745-8844 2476 Washington Road , Canonsburg Tuesdays - Jam Night with the Jam Band, all singers and musicians welcome

Jackson’s Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe 724-743-5005 1000 Corporate Drive, Canonsburg 4 - John Galt Theory

Roy’s By The Tracks 724-348-7118 • 3710 Rt. 88, Finleyville Tuesdays - Jam Night w/ Bill Couch Wednesdays - Karaoke w/ Brett Saturdays - Karaoke w/ Rickieoke Sundays - Karaoke w/ Rickieoke

The Hunting Lodge 724-348-7984 3529 Washington Ave., Finleyville Fridays - Free juke box, 8 pm-close Saturdays - Free juke box, 8 pm-close

Sweeny’s Steakhouse 724-929-8383 1713 Rostraver Rd., Belle Vernon Mondays - Open Mic Night, 9 pm

ATTENTION: LOCAL BARS, RESTAURANTS, & NIGHTCLUBS If you would like to be included in the monthly “PUMP UP THE VOLUME” section to promote and list your bands, please send us your list of performances each month. There is no fee for this listing. Fax: 412-249-8177 or e-mail: mandy@unionfinley.com or visit www.myspace.com/ufmpuv

Terrace Gardens 412-233-2626 1180 Woodland Ave, Clairton 4 - Chuck Corby 11 - Todd Jones 18 - Daniels & McClain 25 - Regular Joes Every Wednesday - Karaoke with Eddie Three Streets Grille 724-348-8030 3540 Washington Ave., Finleyville 5 - Gumband 12 - Violent Peaches 19 - Lindsay Neal and Kickback 23 - Lucid Factor 26 - TBA Tuesdays - Texas Hold ‘Em, free pool, darts Thursdays - DJ Steelers Game Specials Pens Games Specials Valley Hotel 412-233-9800 New England Hollow Road, Jefferson Hills 3 - Gerald McGrew 5 - Strange Twang 12 - Angel Blue 19 - Strange Brew 26 - Craig King Fridays - Open Stage Night, all musicians welcome

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-------- ADOPTION --------A CHILDLESS YOUNG COUPLE Ages 30 & 38 Seek To Adopt. Will Provide Loving/Caring Home, Financial Security. Expenses Paid.

BRYAN & DENNIS 1-877-276-8795 ________________________________________________ PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? You choose from families nationwide. LIVING EXPENSES PAID. Abby's One True Gift Adoptions.

866-413-6292, 24/7 Void/Illinois ________________________________________________ PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? Talk with caring adoption expert. You choose from families nationwide. LIVING EXPENSES PAID. Call 24/7 Abby’s One True Gift Adoptions 866-413-6296 ________________________________________________

--------- AUTOMOTIVE ---------Buy Here! Pay Here! QUALITY USED CARS LOW Down Payments • NO Credit Check. • 724-379-5055 Hyundai Accent - $4500.00. For more information, call 412-5128437 or 412-417-5948 and ask for Charlotte. in ________________________________________________ 2004 Jeep Liberty - Sport 4x4 drive, new tires, new inspection, and garage kept. 85,500 miles, asking for $7500 OBO. For more information, call 724-344-7238. ________________________________________________ 1988 XJ6 Jaguar – light crème color, tan leather, 54K, no rust, southern car. $5,000.00 OBO. Call 724-797-1723. ________________________________________________ 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette Minivan - 64,000 miles.A scooter lift is attached to the rear hatch and can be used to lift a wheelchair or scooter into van. Not used to transport people in and out of vehicle.

Garage kept, lift only 2 years old.Asking for $8,000 but will negotiate.

For more information, call 412-854-5844. ________________________________________________ 1999 Commodore mobile home. Exc. condition. Only 1 owner bought brand new in 2001. Call 412-600-9061 ________________________________________________ 2008 Jeep Liberty 4x4 - 30K miles, flat tow ready, modern blue pearlcoat exterior, 3.6L V6 engine w/6 speed manual transmission, lots of extras, includes tow bar & auxiliary brake system. $20,000 OBO. Call 412-384-4667. ________________________________________________ 2003 Hyundai Accent - lt blue/station wagon, slim type, little over 15,000 miles, new brakes and rack. Car runs excellent. $8,500 final price.

Call Charlotte at 412-417-5948. ________________________________________________ Ford Farm Tractor - 1952, 8N, 12 volts, with brush hog. $2,500.

724-348-5992. ________________________________________________ Wanted - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, all worth money.

Also, local and long distance towing. Call 412-498-1622. ________________________________________________ 1999 Nissan truck-Frontier. 163,000 miles, Good condition. $5000 or B/O. 724-348-7637. ________________________________________________ JUNK CARS WANTED! FREE Tow! C.T. Auto Recyclers. 724-3487467. ________________________________________________

CARS/TRUCKS WANTED! PayMAX pays the MAX! One call gets you a TOP DOLLAR offer! Any year/make/model. 1-888-PAYMAX-5 (1888-729-6295) ________________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS: Cars/Trucks Wanted! Running or Not! We Come To You! Any Make/Model. Instant Offer - Call: 1-800-569-0003 ________________________________________________ WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLES KAWASAKI 1970-1980 Z1900, KZ900, KZ 1000, H2-750, H1-500, S1-250, S2-250, S2-350, S3-400 CASH. 1-800-772-1142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com ________________________________________________ TOP CASH FOR CARS, Any Car/Truck, Running or Not. Call for INSTANT offer: 1-800-454-6951 ________________________________________________ SELL YOUR CAR, TRUCK or SUV TODAY! All 50 states, fast pick-up and payment. Any condition, make or model. Call now 1-877-8188848 www.MyCarforCash.net ________________________________________________

--------- AUTO DONATIONS ---------DONATE YOUR CAR to USO and HELP SUPPORT AMERICA'S TROOPS. Tax Deductible. Next Day Towing. Receive Vacation Voucher.

Call 1-888-444-8308. ________________________________________________ A-1 DONATE YOUR CAR! Breast Cancer Research foundation! Most highly rated breast cancer charity in America! Tax Deductible/Fast Free Pick Up. 800-771-9551 www.cardonationsforbreastcancer.org ________________________________________________ DONATE YOUR CAR to CHILDREN’S CANCER FUND OF AMERICA, and help end CHILDHOOD CANCER. Tax Deductible. Next Day Towing.

Receive Vacation Voucher. 7 Days 1-800-469-8593 ________________________________________________ DONATE A CAR - HELP CHILDREN FIGHTING DIABETES. Fast, Free Towing. Call 7 days/week. Non-runners OK. Tax Deductable. Call Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. 1-800-578-0408 ________________________________________________ DONATE A CAR To Help Children and Their Families Suffering From Cancer. Free Towing. Tax Deductible. Children s Cancer Fund Of America, Inc. www.ccfoa.org 1-800-469-8593 ________________________________________________

CARS/TRUCKS WANTED! Top $$$$$ PAID! Running or Not, All Years, Makes, Models. Free Towing! We’re Local! 7 Days/Week. Call Toll Free: 1-888-416-2330. ________________________________________________ DONATE YOUR CAR … To The Cancer Fund of America. Help Those Suffering With Cancer Today. Free Towing and Tax deductible. 1-800835-9372 www.cfoa.org ________________________________________________ DONATE A CAR - Free Next Day Pick-Up. Help Disabled Kids. Best Tax Deduction. Free Vacation Gift. Call Special Kids Fund 7 days/week 1-866-448-3865 ________________________________________________

-------------- BUSINESS TO BUSINESS -----------Reach 30,000 potential customers in the South Hills and Mon Valley communities! Advertise your business in the Union-Finley Messenger. Call for more information at 412-249-8177. Or e-mail to news@unionfinley.com. ________________________________________________ FREE WEEK OF ADVERTISING... place your ad in over 1 Million households in free community papers in the Western Counties of Pennsylvania for 5 Weeks and get the 6th Week FREE! Visit www.macnetonline.com/MICRONETS for more details or call 800-450-7227. ________________________________________________ REACH CUSTOMERS IN THE MID-ATLANTIC STATES. Place your ad in over 5.2 million households in free community papers for 5 weeks and get the 6th Week FREE. Visit www.macnetonline.com for more details or call 800-450-7227. ________________________________________________

-------------- BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES -----------Finleyville - Animal Feed Business for Sale. Call for information 412-551-0664. ________________________________________________

Home Business Opportunity - Seeking Brand Partners to distribute and promote Vemma, the most complete liquid nutrition program found anywhere. Earn income while promoting a healthy lifestyle! Set your own hours and work from home. Free marketing website. Learn more by visiting our website www.BodyFuel.Vemma.com ________________________________________________ NOW HIRING: Employees needed to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 Dept.

MAC-6811 ________________________________________________ Investors-Safe Haven. If you are not earning 25% to 50% annual ROI, Please call Jeff 817-926-3535. This is guaranteed gas & oilfield equipment leasing. ________________________________________________

-------------- COMPUTERS -----------COMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer running slow? Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine. Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest Microsoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724-348-6837. ________________________________________________ DELL LAPTOP computer, super fast, excellent condition. Internal wireless card, DVD/CD+RW. Premium software bundle. Six month warranty.

Original cost: $2175. Must sell: $399. 717 653-6314 ________________________________________________

-------------- EDUCATION -----------HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FROM HOME. 6 - 8 weeks.ACCREDITED. Get a Diploma. Get a Job! FREE Brochure 1-800-264-8330 www.diplomafromhome.com ________________________________________________ HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FROM HOME, 6-8 Weeks. ACCREDITED. Get a diploma. Get a job! 1-800-264-8330, www.diplomafromhome.com ________________________________________________

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---------------- EMPLOYMENT -------------Home Business Opportunity - Seeking Brand Partners to distribute and promote Vemma, the most complete liquid nutrition program found anywhere. Earn income while promoting a healthy lifestyle! Set your own hours and work from home. Free marketing website. Learn more by visiting our website www.BodyFuel.Vemma.com. or call 412760-2291 ________________________________________________ Belle Vernon - Salesperson - 422 Homes in Belle Vernon is looking for a highly motivated sales consultant who wants a career and not a job. The position is full time and no traveling required. Income is based on sales consultant abilities. If interested please call 724-9295040 and fax resumes to 724-929-6855. ________________________________________________ Full-time position as a relationship developer, telesales professional. Responsible for calling prospects on a regular basis to gain appointments with prospects and follow-up on needs and expectations. Strong clerical skills utilizing MS Office. Canonsburg location.

Send resume to 724-916-4777 or jobs@staffmastersinc.com. ________________________________________________ Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency seeks an experienced Tourism Sales & Marketing Manager. Successful candidate will lead all outside sales and marketing efforts of the Agency to consumer, travel trade, sports, small meeting and corporate markets, as well as assisting in daily destination marketing functions performed by Agency staff. Extensive overnight travel is required, some weekend work also necessary. Degree and hospitality sales experience required, enthusiasm for tourism in Washington County essential.

Salary, incentive bonus and benefits package offered. Interested candidates respond immediately to info@visitwashington countypa.com or________________________________________________ by fax at 724-228-5514.

Babysitter/Nanny for Summer – let your kids sleep and play in the neighborhood.American Red Cross certified experienced, reasonable, references.

Call Kelsey at 724-348-6528. ________________________________________________ Library clerk needed for small rural public library. Average 1618 hours per week, includes evening and Saturday hours. Develops and implements children's programs, along with other duties. Send resume to: Bentleyville Public Library, 931 Main Street, Bentleyville, Pa 15314 ATTN: Diana Blair Experienced Hair Dresser Needed FULL or PART Time • 724-344-4656 422 Homes in Belle Vernon is looking for a Salesperson. They must have experience in the sales field and is willing to work 10 hour days. If you are interested please send resume to pauljunior@422 homes.com. If you have any questions please call 724-929-5040.

SLAGLE ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION, INC. NEEDS... Experienced Roofers to join our team.FULL-TIME.Must have valid driver's license.STOP IN or CALL 724-258-6901. 208 W. Main Street, Monongahela.

Cooks and drivers wanted! Pitstop Bar and Pizza Shop. 412-3847487. ________________________________________________

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Child Care - Sunshine Kids is now hiring loving, energetic people who enjoy working with children. Part time or full time positions available. Please call Tammy at 724-348-6565

Seeking energetic self-motivated individuals to manage day and evening shifts. Ability to multi-task. Strong leadership qualities and people skills. Duties include; phone order taking, operation of POS system, inventory and labor control, oversee cooks and drivers. Fast food management experience preferred. Will train. Call 724-348-8844.

EXPERIENCED OTR DRIVERS WANTED FOR OUR VAN DIVISION: Heavy Run Between Wisconsin to McConnellsburg, PA, Flex home time. 99% No-Touch Freight. Paid Vacation, 401K Savings Plan/Vision/Dental/Disability/Health Ins. Offered. Class A CDL, 2 yrs OTR exp. good MVR/References recq. Call Ruth/Mike TTI, Inc. 1-800558-2664 HELP WANTED! Experienced P/T Cook AND P/T Waitress The Hunting Lodge • 724-348-7984 LIFE & HEALTH AGENTS TO SELL COMPREHENSIVE SENIOR PORTFOLIO. Outstanding Commission Schedule, Ongoing Lead Program.

Commission Advances. Immediate Vesting. CONTACT Chris@ManorWestMarketing.com 717-392-6888 ________________________________________________ 2011 FEDERAL POSTAL POSITIONS - NOW HIRING! $13.00$36.50+/hr., Full Benefits/Paid Training. No Experience/Call Today! 1866-477-4953 Ext. 141 ________________________________________________ NOW HIRING: Employees needed to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 Dept. MAC-6811 ________________________________________________ $100,000 income opportunity work with a Billion Dollar Pharmacy Benefit Manager Call 1-877-308-7959 EXT234 today ________________________________________________ MYSTERY SHOPPERS! Earn up to $150 daily. Get paid to shop pt/ft.

Call now 800-690-1272. ________________________________________________ 2011 Postal Positions $13.00-$36.50+/hr., Federal hire/full benefits. Call Today! 1-866-477-4953 Ext. 150 ________________________________________________ EARN $1000's WEEKLY Receive $12 every envelope Stuffed with sales materials. 24-hr. Information 1-866-297-7616 code 14 ________________________________________________ ACTORS/MOVIE EXTRAS Needed. Immediately for upcoming roles $150-$300 per day depending on job requirements. No experience, All looks needed. 1-800-561-1762 Ext A-104, for casting times/locations. ________________________________________________

HELP WANTED! HELP WANTED! Industrial service company in South Park looking for qualified mechanics and customer service representatives!

Service Technician

Customer Service Rep

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3-5 years experience PA inspection license Safe and professional Ability to troubleshoot Knowledge about trucks, snowplows, salt spreaders, and trailers

1-2 years experience as a CSR Ability to multitask Organized and thorough Receiving and stocking product Computer knowledge Light housekeeping

Full and Part time open now!

Full Health Care, Vacation, and Paid Holidays!

Email resume to: trailertechnicican@comcast.net

Hickory Farms

Now Hiring! Apply Now! Seasonal Sales Associates at our Holiday kiosks: South Hills Village and Century III Shopping Centers For immediate consideration please apply in person at our holiday kiosks or on line at http://hf.stage121.netcentrix.com/employment Flexible Work Schedules Employee Discounts • Competitive Wages EEO/AA/F/V/D

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Seeking career-oriented professional with current PA insurance licenses for full time position. Property & Casualty license a must; willing to train for Life/Health license. Salary commensurate with experience. Fax resume’ to 724-258-5880. $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! Frac Sand Haulers with complete bulk pneumatic rigs only. Relocate to Texas for tons of work. Fuel/Quick Pay Available.

817-926-3535 ________________________________________________ $1500 WEEKLY* AT HOME COMPUTER WORK - LIMITED POSITIONS. Start making money today by simply entering data for our company, No Experience Needed, training provided. www.AtHomeComputerWork.com ________________________________________________ $$$ GOOD WEEKLY INCOME (up to $1,000) PAID IN ADVANCE!!! WE NEED HOME WORKERS TO MAIL OUR COMPANY BROCHURES. Genuine Opportunity! No Selling! Free Postage! www.HelpMailingBrochures.com ________________________________________________ $$$ WORK AT HOME $$$ ***NOW ACCEPTING!!!*** $250 - $500 Daily > www.HomeTypingWork.com Get Paid up to $750 Daily > www.ProcessingEmailsJobs.com ________________________________________________ Earn 28/Hr > www.AmericanShopperJobs.com At Home Assembly Work > www.JobsAtHomeConnection.com ________________________________________________ **HOMEWORKERS NEEDED** MAKE $500 / $5,000 MONTHLY FREE Training & Support!!! www.JobA10.com NO FEE HOME JOBS! Free To Join. www.HomeJobsConnection.com Computer Related Work - $75* each / $150*/Hr. www.ExtraDollarsOnline.com ________________________________________________

-------------- FINANCIAL / INSURANCE ------------South Hills Tax Preparation - ALL 1040 TAX RETURNS ONLY $75!

FREE State & Local Returns. FREE E-Filing. 10 Years Experience.

Located in South Park. Call Rich Diffenbach at (412) 835-4842.

CD ALTERNATIVE - Current Annuity rates from 3%- 5.05% first year guaranteed depending on the amount of deposit and length of contract. Call 724-731-0071.

Buried in Credit Card Debt? Over $10,000? We can get you out of debt quickly and save you thousands of dollars! Call CREDIT CARD RELIEF for your free consultation 1-866-767-5932 ________________________________________________ Business Owners? Self-Employed? Tired of hassle with banks to secure working capital? We will show you how to be your own bank.

1-855-922-2453 tchelf@eaglefinancial.biz www.findoutmorenow.com (passcode - TC25) ________________________________________________ CREDIT REPAIR SPECIALIST Have a 720 score? You can! Free Consultation, 888-316-2786 ext 102 www.raisemycreditasap.com ________________________________________________ ACCIDENT VICTIMS. Cash Advances for personal injury cases.

CASH NOW – before you settle. No payment until you win. Fast Approval. Cash Next Day! www.Cash-NOW-For-Accident-Victims.com 1-888-552-8360 ________________________________________________

--------- HEALTH / MEDICAL / FITNESS ----------ATTENTION SLEEP APNEA SUFFERERS with Medicare. Get FREE CPAP Replacement Supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery!

Best of all, prevent red skin sores and bacterial infection! Call 888440-8352 ________________________________________________ Feel the difference with Nature’s Sunshine Products. Healthy Opportunities! www.mynsp.com/jrobbins or call: 412-708-7329 ________________________________________________ Ensure 'Plus', choc., strawberry and vanilla. $25.00 a case. Call 724-348-4676. ________________________________________________ NATURAL HERBAL TYPE VIAGRA - As Seen On TV No Side Effects - Improve Performance - WEBSITE ONLY FREE Trial Offer + S&H - One Month Supply www.pro4maxoffer.com (800) 781-1975 ________________________________________________ Buy The Blue Pill! VIAGRA 100mg, Cialis 20mg. 40 pill+ 4 FREE, only $99.00. #1 Male Enhancement. Discreet shipping. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Save $500 Now! 1-888-796-8870 ________________________________________________

-------------- ITEMS FOR SALE -----------BEN ROETHLISBERGER ROOKIE CARD - Gem Mint 10, Score, for $25.00. 412-780-5998 ________________________________________________ AB CIRCLE PRO ABDOMINAL EXERCISER - with workout CD and Repetition Counter, $85.00/OBO. For more information, call 724-3485580. ________________________________________________ CASIO PORTABLE TELEVISION - $199.00. Original price was up to $300.00. New never been used. Needs box and cigarette lighter needs dc connect up wire. Call Charlotte at 412-512-8437. Must sell. ________________________________________________ GLASS TOP OCTAGONAL DINING ROOM TABLE - with lightweight, gold crossbars under the table. Needs touch up. One table, $500.00 OBO.Two end tables, glass, square for in living room area entrance or bedroom, den, etc. Not for outdoors, neither items. $100.00 ea. Must sell immediately. Call 412-512-8437 or 412-417-5948 and ask for Charlotte. ________________________________________________ PAPERWEIGHTS 2000 - after 1900’s first year frosted clear Paperweight. Must see. Next paperweight a 1999/2000, double year Paperweight. For more information, call Charlotte at 412-417-5948 or 412-512-8437. $15,000 each OBO. A genuine item of Time collection.

Genuine time glass pieces. ________________________________________________ WEDDING DRESS - not David’s Bridal, but one from JC Penney, a $400.00 or so dress for best offer. Slight blemish, needs dry cleaned.

For more information, call Charlotte at 412-417-5948 or 412-5128437. ________________________________________________ COLEMAN GENERATOR - $200.00, needs plug in it checked. Used once.

Call Charlotte at 412-512-8437 if interested. ________________________________________________ FURNITURE – Crawford, solid, maple, twin headboard, desk, hutch, chair, nightstand, frame and rails. $250. For more information, call 412-384-2267. ________________________________________________ ROCKING CHAIR - Solid wood with a complete set of tan pads.

Excellent condition. $80.00. For more information, call 412-3842267. ________________________________________________ AUTOHARP FOR SALE – New, never played. Comes with case and instruction booklet.Asking $150. For more information, call 724-2392196. ________________________________________________ SURREY FOR SALE! 3-Seated, Horse Drawn: $1,500. • Horse Back Riding Lessons. • Riding Horses for Sale! www.logcabinstables.com. 724787-4817 Cemetery lots. Lafayette Memorial Park. Garden of Serenity. 4 lots at________________________________________________ $5,400. Selling for $2,400. 724-938-7307.

FREE! – Upright Piano. Union Township. You haul. For details, call 724-348-7557. ________________________________________________ BEDS!!! Pillow Tops, Plush, Memory Foam. 10 YEAR WARRANTIES!!! New, still in factory plastic. FULL $179. QUEEN $199; KING $245 (Twins Available) IMMEDIATE DELIVERY!!! CALL (412) 4947351 ________________________________________________ MEMORY FOAM THERAPEUTIC NASA VISCO MATTRESSES WHOLESALE! T-$299 F-$349 Q-$399 K-$499 ADJUSTABLES $799 FREE DELIVERY 25 YEAR WARRANTY 90 NIGHT TRIAL 1-800ATSLEEP 1-800-287-5337 WWW.MATTRESSDR.COM ________________________________________________

----------- ITEMS WANTED -------Canning Jars Wanted. Reasonable. 412-403-2753. ________________________________________________ Wanted to Buy. Silver Coins. 1964 or older. Will pay 20-times face value!

Call Dave at 724-941-5420. ________________________________________________ Wanted - Treadmill. Good running condition. Incline is a must!

Reasonable.

724-258-8324. ________________________________________________ Misc. Items Wanted - 30x30x15 Greenhouse kit and supplies to build greenhouse; Small camping trailer - reasonable; Water storage tank (5,000 or 3,000 Gal tank); Used water storage tank; Old farm fencing.

724-344-8784. ________________________________________________

November 2011 ———————————————————————————————————————— Wanted - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, all worth money.

Also, local and long distance towing. Call 412-498-1622. ________________________________________________ WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings, Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps or anything OLD! Please call me. Jim Gillespie at________________________________________________ 412-979-7050 or home 724-348-6203.

JUNK CARS WANTED! FREE Tow! C.T. Auto Recyclers. 724-3487467.

WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings, Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps or anything OLD! Please call me. Jim Gillespie at 412979-7050 or home 724-348-6203.

WANTED YOUR DIABETES TEST STRIPS Unexpired Any Kind/Brand. Up to $18.00 per box. Shipping Paid. Hablamos espanol.

1-800-267-9895 / www.SellDiabeticstrips.com ________________________________________________ WANTED: YEARBOOKS - $15 each for any high school 1940-1988 not in our collection. yearbookusa@yahoo.com 1-972-768-1338. ________________________________________________ WANTED DIABETES TEST STRIPS Any kind/brand. Unexpired up to $18.00. Shipping Paid Hablamos espanol 1-800-266-0702 www.selldiabeticstrips.com ________________________________________________ FAST PAYMENT for sealed, unexpired DIABETIC TEST STRIPS-up to $17/Box! Most brands. Shipping Prepaid. Call today & ask for Emma 1-888-776-7771 www.cash4diabeticsupplies.com ________________________________________________

----------- MISCELLANEOUS --------MEDIATION - Are you involved in a dispute and do not know the next step to take to get it resolved? Mediation is an option. Has your spouse filed for divorce and you need help in managing the decisions that need to be made? Do you have a consumer dispute? Do you have a conflict in your neighborhood? Do you have a conflict within your family and you need an impartial third party to help the family solve the problem? Then it is Time 2 Talk. As a mediator with 30 years experience, I can help you to talk it out, and negotiate decisions that get the problem resolved. My name is Deidre Kuban and it is Time 2 Talk.The initial 30 minute consultation with me is at no cost to you. Resume and references available on request. Call me at 412-726-1514 or e-mail kuban231@comcast.net..

Bus Tours - Niagara Falls, no passport needed, November 10 – 11, 2011, $109 per person ($70 in casino bonuses). New York City Express, December 2 - 4, 2011, $449 per person, Rockettes Xmas Spectacular included. Call 724-292-8043 or 412-513-4020 for details. ________________________________________________ Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pickup.

Call: 724-825-7233. ________________________________________________ MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS - CLARINET, FLUTE, VIOLIN, Trumpet, Trombone, Amplifier, Fender Guitar $70. ea. Cello, Upright Bass, Saxophone, French Horn, Drums $190. ea. Tuba, Baritone, Others. 1516-377-7907. ________________________________________________ DISH Network delivers more for less! Packages starting at $24.99/mo, Local channels included! FREE HD for life! Free BLOCKBUSTER® movies for 3 months. 1-888-691-3801 ________________________________________________ SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. You WIN or Pay Us Nothing. Contact Disability Group, Inc.Today! BBB Accredited. Call For Your FREE Book & Consultation. 866-983-3264 ________________________________________________ ACR METAL ROOFING - GO GREEN - tax credits agricultural, commercial, residential. Building packages, top quality, low cost, FREE literature. acrmetal.com, 800-325-1247 ________________________________________________ HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED? Contact Woodford Bros., Inc. for straightening, leveling, foundation, and wood frame repairs at 1-800OLD-BARN/ www.woodfordbros.com MDHIC #05-121-861 ________________________________________________ VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg!! 40 Pills 4 FREE for only $99. #1 Male Enhancement, Discreet Shipping. Only $2.70/pill. Buy the Blue Pill Now! 1-888-418-6450 ________________________________________________

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Computer available. Financial aid if qualified. Call 800-494-3586 www.CenturaOnline.com ________________________________________________ AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (866)453-6204. ________________________________________________ CASH PAID for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS - up to $17/Box! Shipping prepaid. Kim 1-888-883-8835. www.cash4diabeticsupplies.com ________________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS, Any Make or Model! Free Towing. Sell it TODAY. Instant offer: 1-800-864-5784 ________________________________________________ DIRECTV $0 Start Costs! ALL FREE: HBO/Showtime/Starz/Cinemax 3 Months + NFL Sunday Ticket w/Choice Ultimate + HD/DVR Upgrade!

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------------- NOTICES ---------LOST – Wedding Ring. Men’s. White Gold. Lost while driving along Rt. 88 near Mingo Church Road, Finleyville. Very sentimental and important.

Reward offered. If found, please call 412-760-2291. ________________________________________________

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ATTENTION Diabetics with Medicare Join America`s Diabetic Savings Club and receive a FREE diabetic bracelet. Membership is FREE. Qualify for meter upgrades, prescription delivery and free giveaways.

Call 1-888-474-3420 ________________________________________________

------------- PETS ---------4 NEW ZEALAND WHITE BUNNIES - $15 each.Also, 2 female New Zealand white rabbits for sale for $25 each. If interested, please call 724-239-2196. ________________________________________________ Certified Dog Trainer. Private Lessons. I use positive reinforcement techniques and can help with any problem solving and obedience.

Discounted rate for rescued/adopted dogs! 724-249-5777. ________________________________________________ Horse Stalls available - private facility in Elizabeth, excellent care, daily cleaning and turn out, large indoor arena, outdoor and miles of trails.

Hurry - only 2 stalls left. $420/month. (724) 348-8028. ________________________________________________ ANGELS FOR ANIMALS. Collecting Aluminum Cans for an on-going fundraiser. (Please no steel, no pie tins, and no aluminum foil.) Also selling Enjoy & Entertainment Books for $25.00 each. For pick up of cans or delivery of books, call Jessie @ 724-941-5737.

Dog Training: If your dog isn’t coming to you, you should be coming to me. AKC, Schutzhund, canine good citizen and therapy dog experienced contact karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678 Horse Stalls available - private facility in Elizabeth, excellent care, daily cleaning and turn out, large indoor arena, outdoor and miles of trails. Hurry - only 2 stalls left. $420/month. (724) 348-8028. ________________________________________________

------------ REAL ESTATE -------RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL BUILDING – Located at 632 Thompson Ave., Donora. Eat-in kitchen, 3 - 4 bedrooms, living room and 1 bath upstairs. Den, 1 bath, storeroom, front downstairs. Security system, basements and 2-car garage. Also has an attached apartment and basement. Price reduced to $29,000. Call for an appointment at 724-379-5387 or 419-867-9260. ________________________________________________ APARTMENT FOR RENT – 3 bedroom downstairs apartment, 230 Donnan Ave., Washington, PA. Close to downtown and hospital. From and back porches, yard, plenty of parking and laundry area. Gentle inside pet acceptable. $500/month plus utilities. For more information, call 724-258-9115. ________________________________________________ FREE MOBILE HOME – Must pay for removal. For more information, call 724-350-5983. ________________________________________________ Apt for Rent – 3 bdrm downstairs apt, 230 Donnan Ave., Washington, PA, close to downtown and hospital, front and back porches, yard, plenty of parking and laundry area. Gentle inside pet acceptable. $500/month + utilities. Call 724-258-9115. ________________________________________________ Mobile Home for Sale or Rent – 135 Union Street, New Eagle, located in mobile home park in the Ringgold School District, on transit bus line, gentle inside pet acceptable, will consider article of agreement. $350 plus utilities includes lot rent. Call 724-258-9115. ________________________________________________ Elizabeth Lot for Sale - ready for building, zoned for residential or commercial, 1.9 acres, $18,000. Call 412-266-5949. ________________________________________________ Apt for Rent – 3 bdr. Apt. at 230 Donnan Ave., Washington. $500 per month plus utilities. Call 724-350-5983. ________________________________________________ Free Mobile Home – must pay for removal. Call 724-350-5983. ________________________________________________ Residential/Commercial Building – Eat-in kitchen, 3 - 4 bedrooms, living room and 1 bath upstairs. Den, 1 bath, storeroom front downstairs. Security system, basements and a 2-car garage.Also has an attached apartment and basement. Reduced to $29,000. Call for an appointment at 419-867-9260 or 724-379-5387. ________________________________________________ Donora - Residential/Commercial Building – Eat-in kitchen, 3-4 bedrooms, living room and 1 bath upstairs. Den, 1 bath, storeroom front downstairs. Security system, basements and 2-car garage. Also has an attached apartment and basement. REDUCED: $29,000! Call for an appointment at 419-867-9260 or 724-379-5387. ________________________________________________

Apt for Rent – 230 Donnan Ave., Washington, PA, 1 bdrm, living room, kitchen, bath and laundry area. Upstairs apartment. Total electric. $350 per month plus utilities. Call 724-350-5983. ________________________________________________ 2007 Gulf Stream 25-ft. Motor home - 1 slide, Corian counter tops, convection microwave, well equipped and maintained, low mileage, new inspection. $40,000 OBO. For more information, call 724-258-4280 or 724-554-8109. ________________________________________________ HOUSE FOR SALE - 631 Shady Lane, West Mifflin PA 15122 $65,000-2 Bedroom, could be 3 Bedroom, updated furn. A/C. HWT, roof, appliances, clean basement, updated bath. Lisa Mull 724-6782454 or 412-854-7200x228 ________________________________________________ HOUSE FOR SALE - 442 Diller Avenue, West Mifflin PA 15122 $114,900-Just Reduced! Owner wants offers! 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Brick Multi-Level, Home warranty included, tiered back yard, new landscaping, great neighborhood! Lisa Mull 724-678-2454 or 412854-7200x228 ________________________________________________ HOUSE FOR SALE - 826 E McMurray Road, Venetia $160,000- 4 Bedroom Cape Cod on 1+acre lot, with huge 4+ car garage with oversized doors, perfect for trucks, boats, SUVs, more! Lisa Mull, Prudential Preferred Realty 412-854-7200 ext228 or 724-678-2454 ________________________________________________ Garage for Rent - 40 x 60 garage in Bentleyville for rent. Asking for $800 a month plus utilities. For more information, call 724-3505983. ________________________________________________ For Rent 1 bedroom apartment. Appliances included. No pets.

Security deposit required. $400/month. Call: 724-554-6534 FOR SALE – Investment Property; price reduced, 6 residential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534 Small house for rent. Country setting. Suitable for one person.

Includes sewage and garbage. Close to Rt. 43. No pets. $550 per month. 724-785-2955 ________________________________________________ Residential lot. South Park. $30,000. Ridge Road. For details email DeniseMarasco@HowardHanna.com or call 4125617400. ________________________________________________ Apt for Rent - 2 BR, 2nd flr., country, private, by itself. Laundry rm. & porch. Lots of parking. Updated. No pets. $525+. Call (412) 3845406. ________________________________________________ (4632 US RT 40, Claysville) $244,900 - Commercial Building, Offices, Warehouse, 5000+ SF. All Equip. included! Make offer!! Lisa Mull, Prudential Preferred Realty 412-854-7200 ext 228 or 724-6782454. ________________________________________________ Building for Rent – 40x60 commercial bldg for rent at 780 Bentleyville Rd., Charleroi, PA. Located just off I-70, Exit 32B, Bentleyville.

Call 724-258-9115. ________________________________________________ 1999 Commodore mobile home. exc. condition. Only 1 owner bought brand new in 2001. Call 412-600-9061 ________________________________________________ House For Sale - Bentleyville, $80,000. This open, bright spacious floor plan is in perfect move-in condition. Expansive eat-in kitchen with center island and skylights, stone fireplace in the living room, family room with wall of windows, deluxe master suite. A wonderful well maintained community on a picturesque setting. Enjoy country living at an affordable price. For more information, contact Karen Marshall, Keller Williams Realty, at 724-969-4900 ext. 126 or kmarshall.realtor@gmail.com. ________________________________________________ 2 Family Duplex For Sale by Owner - $135,000 for 6454 Library Rd., South Park.Taxes: $1,919.Walk to Bus & T; Zoned 2 Family. Each floor has 3 BR; 1Bath; LR; DR; Eat-in Kitchen; 2 Separate Entrances; Separate Utilities. Basement has hook-ups for 2 sets of Washers and Dryers and 1 Bath. New Boiler for 2nd 1998; New Roof 1999; New Windows Entire House 2002 to 2008; New Carpeting on 1st 2008; New Carpeting on 2nd 2010; Full Walk-in Attic; Off Street Parking; Don’t buy without at least seeing this one. Extremely easy to rent and very profitable. Call 412-508-9914 or Alt 412-334-4473. ________________________________________________ 2008 Tioga 31M Motorhome - 12,200 miles, like new, loaded, dual slide, 6.8 V10 engine, 5 speed automatic, many upgrades-too many to________________________________________________ list. $62,000 OBO. Call 412-384-4667.

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———————————————————————————————————————— 78 View this beautiful 32X80 4 bedroom 2 bath ranch home with family room and living room. This home delivered and set on your foundation is only $71,995. Don’t miss this golden opportunity. Call 724-929-5040 for more details and location of home. ________________________________________________ House for Rent - Newly remodeled older 3 or 4 bedroom house for rent in Peters Twp/Venetia. Extra room could be den or bedroom. First, last and security deposit required and credit check. Monthly rent $1200.00 plus utilities. Separate 1 car garage with room for storage or workshop. Has refrigerator, stove and hook ups for washer and dryer. New kitchen and carpeting. Big yard. Call 724-348-5162. ________________________________________________ Perryopolis House: 3 BR, large den, 3 1/2 bath, LR, DR, eat-in kitchen, 1st floor laundry room, mudroom, level corner 3/4 acre lot.All public utilities. $259,900. Call 724-322-2458 for an appt. to see this house. ________________________________________________

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Home For Sale - Union Township. 3 years old. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, appliances included. Call Sharon at 724-941-3000 x 29. ________________________________________________ Charleroi Sale or Lease - Renovated 3-Story Building. Commercial lease income. Also, turnkey bar/restaurant. Call: 724-531-1175. ________________________________________________ Office Space For Rent – Finleyville. 1,300 square feet. Former site of Healthy Directions. $800 + Electric. 412-999-7163. ________________________________________________ MONONGAHELA - For rent, one, two bedroom apartment, complete with appliances, laundry facility, etc. Secured locked building, quaint and quiet. Close to bus line. One bedroom partially furnished.

Monongahela. Call 724-258-3179. ________________________________________________ One, Two Bedroom Apartment, complete with appliances, laundry facility, etc. Secured locked building, quant and quite. Close to bus line.

One bedroom partial furnished. Monongahela. Call Natalee Amati 724244-8579 or 724-258-3179. ________________________________________________

LOCAL BUSINESSES, MERCHANTS AND SERVICES BANQUET FACILITY/ SOCIAL HALL FINLEYVILLE AMERICAN LEGION – Morrison-Ritchie Post 613. 3537 W. Morrison-Ritchie Post 613. 3537 Washington Avenue, Finleyville. “We are dedicated to helping our veterans and our community.” Offering entertainment and a banquet room that accommodates 75 people. For more info, stop in and visit the lodge, or call 724-348-5608.

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CATERING CATERING- ITALIAN SPECIALTY AND GOURMET CATERING LLC. Been est. 35 years. Catering corporate or personal events. Parties from 20 to 5000.

Offering over 25 banquet facilities. All buffets are professionally decorated. Fast service. Reliable and plentiful. Featuring Breadworks breads. BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY EVENTS EARLY. 412-341-4626. www.iscatering.com ______________________________________

COMPUTERS COMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer running slow?

Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine. Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest Microsoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724-348-6837.

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DVD TRANSFER/ HOME MOVIES HOME MOVIE TRANSFERS AND DVD MONTAGE CREATIONS BY DEB CHEPLIC. 8mm & Super 8mm projector movies transferred to DVD! Frame by frame digital transfers, with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set up fees. Add music and chapter menus. 724258-5336. http://web.me.com/dcheplic/.

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GARAGE DOORS WUENSTEL BROTHERS GARAGE DOOR COMPANY – Second Generation family owned. Since 1977.

Residential Replacement Specialists. 3526C Cliff Street, Finleyville. 724-348-7550. (PA-HIC 009388). ______________________________________

GUTTERS ZUBASIC BROS. HOME IMPROVEMENTS – New Seamless Gutters & Repairs 724-941-7833.

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JEWELERS SOUTHLAND JEWELERS - Family Owned - GOLD = $$$ Every day for Gold, Silver, Plantinum, Coins & Diamonds; Estate & Antique Jewlery & Watches (Includes Famous Designers); Contemporary Metals Jewelry Collection (Stainless Steel/Gold – Ceramic – Tungsten – Titanium; Zable Bead Theme Bracelets (Beads are compatible w/ all bracelets); $25 OFF a $100 purchase (New Purchases only. Excludes repairs); Repairs/Appraisals done on site; Layaways available. Route 51 – next to TC Customized. 412384-8400. www.southlandjewelers.com.

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PLUMBING FRYE BROTHERS PLUMBING - Registered master plumbers. Residential and Commercial. Locally owned and operated. Fully insured and certified. Ed Frye (412) 841-6008. www.fryebrosplumbing.com.

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RESTAURANT THE KICKSTAND BAR & RESTAURANT – Open Daily 3 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Daily Specials; Homemade Soups.

1100 Hayden Blvd. 51 South. 412-384-3080.

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1100 Hayden Blvd. 51 South. 412-384-3080.

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FOR SALE. Investment Property; price reduced, 6 residential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534 Available Now!!! 2-4 Bedroom homes Take Over Payments No Money Down/No Credit Check Call 1-888-269-9192 ________________________________________________ FOR RENT - Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available! Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit #1507) at the new “Paradise Resort” in Myrtle Beach will provide you with all the comforts of home. 2 Bedrooms + Sleeper sofa; 2 Bathrooms; Lazy River; Hot Tub; Indoor/Outdoor Pools; Exercise Room; Oceanfront Balcony. For complete weekly and seasonal pricing, visit the website www.oceanfront condorentals.com/ Paradise Resort.htm. For additional questions or to make a reservation call Oceanfront Condo Rentals Inc. at 843-236-6623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507.

New Eagle Main Street. Office Space. Formerly physicians office. 1200 sq. ft. Rent Negotiable. 724-554-6534 or 724-258-3773.

ABANDONED FARM LAND BARGAIN! 10 acres - $29,900 Great views! Lake access! Stonewalls! Prime upstate NY setting! 1 hr from PA border! Hurry! (888) 738-6994. www.UpstateNYland.com ________________________________________________ LOTS & ACREAGE FARM LAND BARGAINS! 5 to 200 acres from $16,900! Beautiful upstate NY! (866) 495-8733 www.newyorklandandlakes.com ________________________________________________ ***FREE Foreclosure Listings*** OVER 400,000 properties nationwide. Low down payment. Call now 800-250-2043. ________________________________________________ Stop Renting Lease option to buy Rent to own No money down No credit check 1-877-395-0321 ________________________________________________ 5 ACRES, COLORADO $7500! $100 down, $100/monthly. Surveyed, on good road. Near small town, trout fishing river, electric service and mountains.

Owner, 806-376-8690 dane.steed@att.net ________________________________________________ ARIZONA BIG BEAUTIFUL LOTS $99/mo., $0-down, $0-interest.

Golf Course, Nat’l Parks. 1-hour from Tucson Airport. Guaranteed Financing. NO CREDIT CHECK! Pre-recorded msg. 1-800-631-8164 Code 4046 www.SunSitesLandRush.com ________________________________________________

------------ SERVICES ----------MEDIATION - Are you involved in a dispute and do not know the next step to take to get it resolved? Mediation is an option. Has your spouse filed for divorce and you need help in managing the decisions that need to be made? Do you have a consumer dispute? Do you have a conflict in your neighborhood? Do you have a conflict within your family and you need an impartial third party to help the family solve the problem? Then it is Time 2 Talk. As a mediator with 30 years experience, I can help you to talk it out, and negotiate decisions that get the problem resolved. My name is Deidre Kuban and it is Time 2 Talk. The initial 30 minute consultation with me is at no cost to you. Resume and references available on request. Call me at 412-726-1514 or e-mail kuban231@comcast.net.

BABYSITTER / NANNY For Summer - Let your kids sleep in & play in the neighborhood. American Red Cross Certified, Experienced, Reasonable, References. Kelsey: 724-348-6528. ________________________________________________ South Hills Tax Preparation - ALL 1040 TAX RETURNS ONLY $75!

FREE State & Local Returns. FREE E-Filing. 10 Years Experience.

Located in South Park. Call Rich Diffenbach at (412) 835-4842 ________________________________________________ Certified Dog Trainer. Private Lessons. I use positive reinforcement techniques and can help with any problem solving and obedience.

Discounted rate for rescued/adopted dogs! 724-249-5777. ________________________________________________ Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up.

Call: 724-825-7233. ________________________________________________

QUALITY WATERPROOFING! Large Local Company. Lifetime Transferable Warranty. BBB Award Winner. Attorney General Approved 377. 1-800-343-2357 ________________________________________________ DVD Transfer/Home Movies – Home Movie Transfers and DVD Montage Creations by Deb Cheplic. 8mm and Super 8mm projector movies transferred to DVD! Frame by frame digital transfer, with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set up fees. Add music and chapter menus. 724-258-5336. http://web.me.com/dcheplic. ________________________________________________ COMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer running slow? Chances are you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine. Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latest Microsoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724-348-6837. ________________________________________________ SIDING WINDOWS ROOFING MEREDITH HOME IMPROVEMENTS. 30 years in business. If you need vinyl siding, roofing, windows or soffit and fascia done professionally, with no problems afterward and done at a reasonable price, we are the company to do it! We are so confident in your satisfaction that we require no money until the job is completed. www.MeredithHome Improvements.com (412) 831-9991 ________________________________________________

----------- TIMESHARES ---------------Ask yourself, what is your TIMESHARE worth? We will find a buyer/renter for CA$H NO GIMMICKS JUST RESULTS! www.BuyATimeshare.com Call 888-879-8612 ________________________________________________

----------- VACATIONS ---------------Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available! Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit #1507) at the new “Paradise Resort” in Myrtle Beach will provide you with all the comforts of home. 2 Bedrooms + Sleeper sofa; 2 Bathrooms; Lazy River; Hot Tub; Indoor/Outdoor Pools; Exercise Room; Oceanfront Balcony. For complete weekly and seasonal pricing, visit the website - www.oceanfrontcondo rentals.com/Paradise Resort.htm. For additional questions or to make a reservation call Oceanfront Condo Rentals Inc. at 843236-6623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507. ________________________________________________ Bus Tours - Niagara Falls, no passport needed, November 10 – 11, 2011, $109 per person ($70 in casino bonuses). New York City Express, December 2 - 4, 2011, $449 per person, Rockettes Xmas Spectacular included. Call 724-292-8043 or 412-513-4020 for details. ________________________________________________

READER ADVISORY: Reader Advisory: the National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the following classifieds.

Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer “employment” but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guaran tee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it’s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in US dollars. 800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.

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Protect yourself with a flu shot.

Healthy Directions’ flu vaccine protects against the influenza A and B viruses and H1N1.

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