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TJ Student Gives Back with Senior Graduation Project
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hen Nicole Kelly, a student at Thomas Jefferson High School, was asked the question, “What are you planning on doing for your senior graduation project?", she decided to raise money for the Pleasant Hills Police K-9 Unit, Officer Scrapi and Officer Porupsky. She saw it as an opportunity to give back to those who give so much. Nicole is aiming to raise $2,000 to purchase a cooling vest, heat alarm, and other essential equipment that will help protect these K9 officers as they serve our communities. So far, Nicole has raised $600 on her own TJ Senior Nicole Kelly is raising funds to help Pleasant Hills Police K-9 Unit selling Wagner’s Chocolates at craft for her senior graduation project. shows and setting up candy stands in different locations throughout the South Hills. If you would like to help Nicole reach her goal and show your support for the Pleasant Hills Police K-9 Unit, donations can be sent to: PNC Bank, 451 Clairton Blvd., Pgh., PA 15236. Make checks payable to Nicole Kelly, Senior Grad. Project. Donations of any amount are gratefully appreciated.
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On the UnionFinley.com website for the December 2012 edition, you may have noticed an improvement in the way we provide local weather information. UnionFinley.com has always brought the latest community information and news to the public, and now it brings the most accurate and up-to-date weather information provided by www.pittsburghweather.com. In keeping with our local, community-oriented focus, the UFM and MVM have partnered with PittsburghWeather.com to continue our long and popular tradition of supporting local communities. The decision to move from a major network provider of weather information to the locally owned and operated PittsburghWeather.com was an easy one, and in fact a perfect fit for the papers focus. Website users can enjoy quick and easy access to current and accurate weather information by simply typing their zip code of choice into the bar on the PittsburghWeather.com widget, located in the upper left portion of UnionFinley.com. You can also click to find more details on the current weather conditions, hourly forecasts, or the sevenday forecast. In the near future, our relationship with PittsburghWeather.com will expand even more, as PittsburghWeather.com will continue its heavy reach into the local communities it serves by featuring links and up-to-date news feeds from the UFM and MVM newspaper websites to the PittsburghWeather.com, and zip-code specific weather information on the community-specific pages of Union-Finley.com. Remember, when it comes to the latest and the most comprehensive coverage of local news, the Union Finley and Mon Valley Messengers will continue to work hard to be your resource and part of that commitment starts with providing your local forecast from PittsburghWeather.com.
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Peters Township Manager Mike Silvestri gives his annual "State of the Township" presentation to the members of the McMurray Rotary Club on Thursday, April 4 at 5:30 p.m. at Rolling Hills Country Club. Anyone who is interested in learning more about the club and what they do are invited to join us for this membership event. We will also be disbursing checks to many of our local philanthropies that evening, so it is a great time to learn about the work Rotary does right here in our community. For more information, please call 412-2662882 or email us via our website at www.mcmurrayrotary.com.
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PLACES TO GO . . .THINGS TO SEE. . . STUFF TO DO . . . FEBRUARY 2
BINGOMANIA CHILDREN’S BINGO – Nativity School, 7001 Baptist Road, Bethel Park, cafeteria, doors open at 5:15 p.m. and bingo begins at 6 p.m. Hosted by Saint Katharine Drexel School. Admission is $6 and includes 12 regular games or auction tickets. Everyone entering bingo must have a ticket. Other festivities include auction baskets, door prizes, face painting, games, and an array of tempting dinner items. For tickets, please call the school at 412-8330223. Limited supply of tickets available at the door. FEBRUARY 2-3
53RD ANNUAL SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB SHOW – Crown Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh South, 164 Fort Couch Road (across from South Hills Village). Saturday, February 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; February 3, Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The general public is invited and admission is free. For more information, please call 724-984-6611. INDOOR FLEA MARKETS – Trax Farms, 528 Trax Road (Route 88), Finleyville, 9 a.m. Find something unique from the 83 vendors selling antiques, gifts, collectibles, clothing and much more in the events room. Free parking and free admission. FEBRUARY 4
BINGO – Elrama Volunteer Fire Company, 17 Elrama Avenue, Elrama, 7 p.m. sharp. Regular, $50; special, $75; jackpot, $300. Help support the fire department. Have fun hollering bingo! FEBRUARY 6
WOMEN’S CLUB OF JEFFERSON HILLS MEETING – Jefferson Hills Municipal
Building, 925 Old Clairton Road, Jefferson Hills, 7:30 p.m. Jim Carlucci of Della Robbia Flowers and Gifts, Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills, will give a presentation on floral arrangements with refreshments following. Anyone interested in becoming a member is welcome to attend the meeting. Membership is open to all residents of Jefferson Hills, as well as the surrounding communities. FEBRUARY 7
FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PROGRAM – Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, Venetia, 5-6:30 p.m. All are welcome. For information, contact Patti at 724-941-6609. FEBRUARY 9
PARK VOLUNTEER DAY – Mingo Creek County Park, Hemlock Trail Parking Area, 11 a.m. Help reconstruct part of the Hemlock Trail. Bring any tools you have handy (handsaws, pruners, loppers, etc.) for trimming trees and clearing the trail. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Pre-registration is required by calling the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation office at 724-228-6867. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington, off of Route 136. SWEETHEART SPAGHETTI DINNER – Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church, 100 Timothy Drive, Elizabeth Township, 4-7 p.m. Adults are $7; children, $5. Dinner includes spaghetti, salad, rolls, dessert, and beverage. To purchase tickets in advance, please call Joanne at 412-384-4318. Celebrate Valentine’s Day by taking your Sweetheart to dinner and support a great group of kids!
FIRE AND ICE FAMILY NIGHT – Iceoplex at Southpointe, 114 Southpointe Boulevard, Canonsburg, 7-10 p.m. Sponsored by The Family Worship Center of Pittsburgh. Cost is $10 per person, $35 for a party of 4, $42 for party of 5, and $45 for party of 6. All prices include skate rental, skating, inflatables, face painting, clown, coffee house, and snacks. Coffee house only is $2. Ice skating runs from 8:30-10 p.m.; all other activities are 7-10 p.m. Visit www.fwcpgh.org for more information. WSO PERFORMANCE – Trinity High School, Washington, 8 p.m. Theme is “Far Away Places,” featuring a variety of musical selections, including some featuring the Washington High School Steel Drum Band with their specialized pan music from the Caribbean. David Dayton, Washington High School Band Director, will guest conduct. Senior Deirdre Skiffington will be the featured oboe soloist. Tickets available online at www.washsym.org or by phone at 724223-9796 and also at the door that evening. TASTE OF TRAX – Trax Farms, 528 Trax Road, Finleyville, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Trax will open its pantry for a day of sampling and vendors will showcase their specialties and recipes. Wine and sweets, too. Free parking and free admission. For more information, call 412-835-3246 or visit the website www.traxfarms.com. FEBRUARY 10
SPAGHETTI DINNER – Thomas Presbyterian Church, 1068 Linden Road, Eighty Four, 12:30-4 p.m. Proceeds benefit Pine Springs Camp Family Scholarships. Cost is $6 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under. Takeout will be available.
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SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB MEETING – Bethel Park Presbyterian Church, 2999 Bethel Church Road, 8 p.m. Abraham Lincoln’s birthday will be observed. A 50/50 and kids prizes will be offered. The general public is invited. For more information, call 724-984-6611. U.S. ARMY WAR COLLEGE PANELISTS – Peters Township Public Library, 616 East McMurray Road, McMurray, 7-8:30 p.m. Panelists from the United States Army War College Eisenhower Series College Program will be the featured speakers at the library. Register in advance to attend this free program by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org or calling 724-941-9430. SOUTH HILLS FRIENDS OF THE MONTOUR TRAIL MEETING – South Park Community Room, located behind the Township Building at 2675 Brownsville Road, South Park, 6:30 p.m. Visit www.montourtrail.org for information about the Montour Trail. FEBRUARY 13
ASH WEDNESDAY FISH DINNER – Nativity Church, 5811 Curry Road, South Park, eat in or take out between 4-7 p.m. Dinners are $9 for adults and $3.50 for children and include fried or baked fish, a choice of two sides, and coffee or tea. Soft drinks and desserts are available at an extra cost. There will be a 50/50 drawing, raffle, and bake sale. For takeout orders, call 412653-1502. NEEDLE AND YARN CRAFT WORKSHOP –Wednesday, February 13 at 10:00AM at the Citizens Library of
February 2013 ————————————————————————————————————————— Washington, PA. This month’s craft will be a pearl scarf pin with a valentine theme. The fee for this workshop is $3. All supplies will be provided. Participants are asked to bring along a pair of scissors. Refreshments will be provided. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the Washington County Department of Parks & Recreation at 724-228-6867 FEBRUARY 14
HOMESCHOOL OUTDOOR CLASSROOM BIRD PROGRAM – Mingo Creek County Park Office. Session I, 10 a.m.; Session II, 1 p.m. Offered by Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation. Students are invited to look, listen, and learn about birds that visit our backyard feeder. They will observe and identify birds at the feeder, take part in a seed study, and make a recycled bird feeder to take home. Please bring along a clean and dry soda or water bottle. Program designed for homeschooled children ages 5 to 11. Cost is $1; pre-register at 724-228-6867. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington off of Route 136. FEBRUARY 16
ROLLER SKATING PARTY – Pancake Skate & Whirl, 101 McCoy Lane, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Hosted by North Strabane Parks & Recreation. Residents are free, nonresidents pay $3, and skate rental is $1. Bring a donated non-perishable food item to benefit the Washington County Food Bank. FLEA MARKET – River Hill Church of Christ, 2105 River Hill Road, Monongahela, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, contact Elva Boissin at 412-384-6818 or Nancy Tencer at 724-330-5399. ROLLER SKATING PARTY – 11:30AM – 1:30PM at the Pancake Skate & Whirl in Washington, PA. Hosted by North Strabane Parks & Recreation. Cost is FREE for North Strabane residents, or just $3 for non-residents. Skate rental is $1, or you can bring your own. Refreshments will be available
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for purchase at the concession area. Proceeds from this fun family event will benefit the Greater Washington County Food Bank. For more info call 724-7458880. FEBRUARY 16-17
INDOOR FLEA MARKETS – Trax Farms, 528 Trax Road (Route 88), Finleyville, 9 a.m. Find something unique from the 83 vendors selling antiques, gifts, collectibles, clothing and much more in the events room. Free parking and free admission.
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RETIRED MEN’S LUNCHEON GROUP OF PLEASANT HILLS MEETING – Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, corner of Old Clairton Road and Audrey Drive, Pleasant Hills, noon. Speaker will be Beth Fife, a wildlife conservation officer in this area of Allegheny County for 12 years. Cost for the lunch is only $6. For additional information, or to indicate your intention to attend, call 412-655-2000 by Friday, February 15 to be included in the lunch order. FEBRUARY 23
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ANALYSIS OF 2012 ELECTIONS – Beth Israel Center Synagogue, Jefferson Hills, 7:30 p.m. Presented by Jon Delano, political reporter for KDKA-TV. FEBRUARY 18
SOUTH PARK WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING – South Park Township Community Center, located behind the Township Building at 2675 Brownsville Road, South Park, 7 p.m. The menu includes hot and cold drinks, delicious treats, club and community news, a 50/50 raffle, and FUN. Unable to attend? Contact President Cindy Carfagno for information about SPWC at 412-831-1913 or via e-mail at t2323c@comcast.net. FEBRUARY 19
SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA RN CLUB MEETING – Hamilton Presbyterian Church, 4500 Baptist Road, Bethel Park, 9:30 a.m. Lisa Hopkins, Clinical Liaison of HealthSouth Harmarville-Sewickley will present “Impact of Hip Fractures in the Elderly.” All registered nurses are welcome. Contact Nancy at 412-341-4207 for more information. FEBRUARY 21
FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PROGRAM – Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, Venetia, 5-6:30 p.m. All are welcome. For information, contact Patti at 724-941-6609.
WINE & BEER TASTING & SILENT AUCTION – Rolling Hills Country Club, 455 East McMurray Road, McMurray, 6:30 p.m. Benefits St. Katharine Drexel School. Admission includes dinner, soft drinks, assorted desserts, and sampling of domestic and international wines and craft beers. Tickets are $60 per person or $110 per couple. Tickets may only be purchased in advance; contact Glenn or Diane Huetter at 724-745-4084 or glemarxav@yahoo.com. For an order form, go to http://stkatharinedrexelschool.org. WINTER WINE FESTIVAL – Trax Farms, 528 Trax Road (Route 88), Finleyville, noon-5 p.m. Great food, live music, and a showcase of the very best from seven local, award-wining Western PA wineries. Taste
wines while listening to the area’s best music from local favorite Black Horse. Must be 21 or older to purchase and sample wines. Attendees receive a free Trax Farms wine glass and a chance to win a Trax gift card. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the event. For more information, call 412835-3246 or visit www.traxfarms.com. FEBRUARY 24
MYSTICAL PSYCHIC FAIR – West Mifflin #3 Fire Hall, 3722 Rodeo Drive, West Mifflin, noon-5 p.m. Experience the energy of psychic readers, energy workers, and healing with readings by mediums and psychics, Reiki energy healing, massage therapy, spiritual response therapy, and metaphysical items. Food will be available to purchase. In addition, guest medium Carole J. Obley, Soulvisions, LLC, will deliver compelling, evidential messages from your loved ones in spirit in a small group, message circle setting of no more than 15 people from 1-2:15 p.m. (separate fee of $25). Door admission is $5. MARCH 2-3
INDOOR FLEA MARKETS – Trax Farms, 528 Trax Road (Route 88), Finleyville, 9 a.m. Find something unique from the 83 vendors selling antiques, gifts, collectibles, clothing and much more in the events room. Free parking and free admission.
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Reader Disputes Real Estate Transaction Dear Editor, I am writing in regard to a real estate transaction that was recently published in the Union-Finley Messenger. I did not receive any monies or profit generated by the sale of this property, printed and reported by RealSTATs. The transaction was erroneous and does not reflect the correct documents filed at the Recorder of Deeds office at the Washington County Courthouse. The incorrect transaction listed myself (Diana S. Guzik) as the seller. The corrected information is as follows: Carroll Township; Seller, Randall F. Guzik; Buyer, Patty & Larry Mason; Address, 227 Galbreath Road; Price, $210,000. Thank you, Diane S. Guarinoni, (formerly Diana S. Guzik) *Editor’s note: The Union-Finley Messenger and Mon Valley Messenger subscribe to RealSTATs, a real estate information company that provides data and statistics regarding home sales and deed transfers. The information that we receive from RealSTATs and subsequently publish is assumed to be accurate. The Union-Finley Messenger and Mon Valley Messenger newspapers assume no responsibility for the information contained herein. Any discrepancies or dispute regarding the accuracy of information should be directed to RealSTATs.
Longtime UT Resident/Pilot Says Remove Trees Causing Airport Hazard Dear Editor, I have been a resident and homeowner in Union Township since 1956. I restored an airplane and flew it at the only airport in Union Township long before it was owned by the present pilot-owner. The trees were much smaller then, and take-offs and landings were much easier because of less obstruction. Through the years, I have seen the trees grow, and trimming them is not the answer—they must be removed. Why can’t the supervisors, attorneys, and judge resolve this problem? Twenty years is too long for this to continue, and as a taxpayer in the township since 1956, I say DO IT NOW. The good people of Union Township deserve a safe airport for those who wish to continue pleasure flying. Union Township continues to grow with new homes and businesses, Marcellus Shale drilling, and a new Catholic church. We’ve even seen a murder and bank robbery. Is the purported interest of another party aware of the ordinance to remove the trees, or would the whole thing start all over again? The supervisors already lost a chance to have a shopping center built on a property across Route 88 from Mineral Beach due to a squabble about zoning commercial when, in fact, the property was already zoned commercial Lastly, closing the airport for housing is not an option. It is doubtful the sewer system now in place could handle all the waste. Leo Miltenberger, Finleyville
Dear Editor, Special recognition is merited by the Thomas Jefferson High School choirs and jazz bands. The groups are composed of hardworking, talented singers and musicians. The choirs and jazz bands performed before the Retired Men's Luncheon Group of Pleasant Hills, which meets at the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church. Entertaining, spirited, and uplifting, these amazing students presented musical programs that were enthusiastically received. Julie Lucci is the director of the choirs, and James Mirabella is director of the jazz bands. These two outstanding teachers led their students in Christmas concerts that had the senior men toe tapping to the lively songs. Pure enjoyment dominated the mood during the performances. The TJ singers and musicians earned the many accolades credited them. Mrs. Lucci and Mr. Mirabella are two exceptional educators who are dedicated and devoted to their students. Teachers and students perpetrate the outstanding image of Thomas Jefferson High School. Floyd M. Nevling, Program Committee
UT Poet Vents Frustration at Handling of Airport Tree Situation Trees I think that I shall never see, The cost of trees to you and me. The trees that rest in the airport's way; The legal costs as taxpayers, we continue to pay. The supervisors all have dragged their feet; The residents of Union Township, through their neglect they cheat. The “Parish” property is responsible for all this stress; It’s because of one supervisor's conflict we inherited this mess. It should have been settled with no cost to you and me; This is no joke! It's a travesty. One by one, they all need to go. It's time to take back our township and finally let it grow. So to the residents of Union Township, remember this I say; Vote out all existing supervisors on the next Election Day. Frank Latorre, Union Township (Take-off from the original "Trees" poem by Joyce Kilmer)
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These letters were written in response to a Letter to the Editor titled “Finleyville Resident Urges Stand Against Guns” on page 5 of the January 2013 issue of the Union-Finley Messenger.
Finleyville Resident Responds to “Stand Against Guns” Dear Editor, In response to January's letter calling for a stand against guns, I felt compelled to answer. First, regarding the argument that the Founders would not have written the 2nd amendment if they saw the weapons we have today—I disagree. Considering the weapons the government has to use against us (the guns, drones, laws, warrantless wiretaps, etc.), the Founders would have made it the first freedom, which it is, because without it the others can be trampled like bugs under a wheel. Secondly, the 2nd amendment was not written to protect us from individuals. It was written to protect us from an abusive government. The U.S. Constitution protects the rights given to us by The Declaration of Independence. The bureaucrats in Washington spin their wheels while spinning stories about each other and not addressing the real problem. We do not need more laws that affect only law-abiding citizens. Of the 11,758 gun deaths in 2011, 8,701 were gang-related, not mass shootings, and most were done by people who are not old enough to own guns. Hence, more laws won't stop them. The school shootings began after Congress passed the safe school act banning guns on school property. The movie theater shooting occurred after the shooter did his homework and found only one theater in town that banned guns, and he chose that one so he would not be opposed. We can all agree the shootings in the headlines today occur for many reasons including lack of God, lack of family, and lack of self-respect and respect for others. Our society has tried so hard to be inclusive that we allow dangerous and mentally unstable individuals to be mainstreamed from school age to adulthood, and then we are surprised when they do something crazy. Coddling criminals is another problem (the NRA has long contended that if you do a crime with a gun, you should do the time). If criminals followed the laws we wouldn't need prisons. We need to rethink these policies before we add to the 20,000+ gun laws already on the books. History has shown that societies that give up their guns suffer. Hitler, Stalin, Mao, Castro, and Chavez all took the guns. I know Obama says he doesn't want that, but actions speak louder than words. He has openly endorsed the UN's total gun ban treaty. Speaking of the UN, they convinced the population of Sudan into giving up their guns, saying the government will protect them. The government then proceeded to slaughter them. Now we have the Darfur tragedy because the populace believed that lie. If you're going to talk about history, learn it and remember it correctly. Those who don't learn from history are doomed to repeat it. I for one don't want to be another Germany, Russia, China, or Darfur. Nancy E. Mercer , Finleyville
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Finleyville Resident Advocates Gun Rights Dear Editor, You are such a wealth of information, and several good articles in the last issue of the Union-Finley Messenger caught my eye. I was pleased to hear that the Jefferson Hills Ambulance Association and the Southwest Regional Police Department were recognized for their work in the township. The additional hours of coverage. plus K-9 Officer Kyros, will be of great benefit to our township. I wonder how much more protection we could have if we were not struggling with this tree issue at the airport. The township was told to trim the trees—then do it before we lose an aircraft and the lives onboard! What would that resulting lawsuit cost the township? If you are working on condemnation of the property, fine. Cut the trees first as the judge ordered. Stop wasting our tax dollars; if you have that much extra money, lower our taxes, hire more officers, fix the roads, or help out the fire department— need I go on? Also in the last issue were two articles on gun laws, and I believe we have enough already. The attack in Connecticut we all agree was terrible, but the young man had a mental problem. His mother took him to the firing range, taught him how to shoot, and kept firearms in the house for him to use. He did not go out and buy them. The man who set his house on fire and ambushed the fire department was a felon who was not permitted to have or purchase guns; his neighbor bought and gave them to him. In these cases, no law-abiding gun owner has committed a crime, yet they have stopped some criminals from committing them. Remember, the police usually arrive after the crime has been committed. So, when someone kicks your door in and your wife or kids are in danger, when you reach for the phone an officer may be a minute away or 60 minutes away (that is, after you give all the information to the 911 operator). I want to keep my rights to buy whatever gun I want. You have to have a special license to have a full automatic weapon; the news media is telling us that all these assault-type weapons are full automatic and they are not. I also believe that, in the Sandy Hook event, the assault weapon was in the car and not in the school. Law-abiding citizens should not have to give up their rights. Keep it up, and the government will take more and more away from you. Jim Sullivan, Finleyville
Finleyville Hunter Opposes Stand Against Guns, Recalls Fond Memories Dear Editor, I am writing this in response to the letter regarding “stand against guns.” I am a proud owner of many guns and also an avid hunter. Shooting and hunting are great ways to bring families together. I have many fond memories of hunting with my grandfather and uncle that I would not trade for anything. Maybe if more people hunted, kids would learn responsibility from an early age and get outdoors away from computers and violent video games—teaching them respect of guns and life. Getting rid of guns is not the answer. There will always be people with mental problems. If they did not have guns, they would make homemade bombs and still cause death and destruction. Having firearms is a right that men in this country have fought for, and I want the right to defend myself or my family from mentally unstable people. I don’t know about you? Jason Simone, Finleyville
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Historically speaking, we, the residents of Washington County, have always had to deal with crime and criminals. At one point, everyone living here on the frontier was considered a criminal—it’s true. When mid18th Century England was suffering a recession, many men were out of work. The craftsmen’s guilds had too many workers and were producing too much product that nobody was purchasing. The prisons, poor houses, and work houses were overflowing. Good craftsmen who could get work in America did, but others became indentured servants and some were sent here to work in the mines and in other professions where death was likely. The original intent of the colonies’ “Don’t Tread on Me” flag was a response to the influx of criminals from England, not taxes or war. At that time, a criminal could be arrested for as little as bumping into a wealthy person or taking a pastry to feed oneself or family. In England, crime was crime and people were divided into the “have’s” and “have not’s.” The first criminals on the frontier were the unscrupulous Indian traders who sold illegal liquor to the Indians and stole their furs and pelts. Later, they were thieves and highwaymen, and even later during the American Revolution, they were Tories and spies. It is funny to think that stagecoaches were robbed on Route 40, or that unsuspecting trappers were robbed and left for dead in Panther Hollow… but this did happen. A notorious gang of brothers who were thieves and swindlers, the Doan Outlaws (or Richardsons), even had hideouts all over Washington County. They were a large family that made their money through thievery, extortion, and murder. Other bandits and thieves lived in
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the area, but the “Doan whelps” actually were hunted down and rounded up after the Revolution. The ring leader, Thomas Richardson (alias), was hanged on the tree on Gallows Hill October 2, 1784 in the city of Washington. This did not extinguish crime by any means, because as we all know crime is still very much with us today. Laws are enacted and police are employed to protect us, although some townships with limited tax bases cannot afford police and have longer emergency response times (up to 20 minutes at times). Is a new law banning assault-style weapons the law you want to help us distinguish the good guys from the bad guys? Historically, it wouldn’t have helped our ancestors. They had to defend themselves and still they wouldn’t have known the criminal unless he had a mask and a gun. So here we are today… more than 250 years later and the government wants to define what a criminal looks like—he will be wearing a mask and carrying an assault weapon. Because the law-abiding citizen won’t be allowed to have either one, only criminals will. “May you live in interesting times.” -Chinese Curse
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Sandra Scott Wins Cruise in Beth El Bingo Grand Finale Raffle Beth El Bingo awarded the end-ofthe-year grand finale raffle ticket drawing prize, a four- to five-day cruise for two people, to Sandra Scott on December 18, 2012. Every player receives a free raffle drawing ticket each time they play—the more times a person The lucky winner of Beth El Bingo’s Grand Finale attends the bingo, Raffle is Sandra Scott, pictured with Fern Schwartz and the greater their Dr. Jay Feuer, who chaired the bingo. chances are of winning. Beth El Bingo, located at 1900 Cochran Road in Scott Township, is held every Tuesday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and games start at 7 p.m. Please call 412-561-1168 for information or visit www.bethelcong.org.
MACC Authentic Coach Purse/ Cash Bash Scheduled for March The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) is hosting an Authentic Coach Purse/Cash Bash on Saturday, March 16. The donation is $25/ticket and includes dinner and chances to win authentic Coach purses and cash. Doors open at 5 p.m. and drawings will be held every 10 minutes. All proceeds benefit Chamber community events. Call 724-258-5919 for more information. To purchase tickets, you may go to our website at www.monongahelaareachamber.org
Retired Men’s Lunch Group February Meeting We think of ours as an urban area, but the wildlife that has been in this area for hundreds, if not thousands, of years is still with us. At the Retired Men’s Luncheon Group of Pleasant Hills February 21 meeting, our speaker will be Beth Fife, a wildlife conservation officer in this area of Allegheny County for 12 years. She will speak about the wildlife of Pennsylvania and what is involved in being a conservation officer. The meeting will be held at noon in the Fellowship Hall of the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of Old Clairton Road and Audrey Drive in Pleasant Hills. Cost for the lunch is only $6. For additional information, or to indicate your intention to attend, call the office of the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church at 412-655-2000. Please call by Friday, February 15 to be included in the lunch order.
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January Saturday Night Live a Success at the Mon Valley YMCA Saturday Night Live for January was recently held at the Mon Valley YMCA. There were over 100 participants enjoying swimming, basketball, dodgeball, Youth & Teen center games, card-making for local nursing home residents and, of course, hot dogs and snacks! Don't forget that Saturday Night Live is held on the 2nd Saturday of every month through spring and is free for YMCA members and only $5 for guests. Group rates for Church youth groups and girl/boy scout groups are also available. Contact our Youth & Teen Director, Adorée DeLuca, for more information at 724-483-8077.
Teen Leader Club member Mason Householder of Charleroi helps Brok Tuman, age 5, of Belle Vernon, make cards for area nursing home residents.
Mon Valley YMCA Offers Lifeguard Course in March The Mon Valley YMCA will hold a lifeguard course on March 2 ,9 ,16 and 23 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Participants must attend all 4 dates to obtain certification. Cost is $250 for members and $270 for nonmembers. Participants are encouraged to bring a snack. Candidates must be able to swim fluently 300 yards using the four basic strokes and attend all classes. Instruction includes lifeguard, first aid, CPR/AED, oxygen delivery, disease prevention, classroom materials and book. For more information or to register, contact Amy Dunay at 724483-8077 or amy@monvalleyymca.org.
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MMVTA is Pleased to Re-instate Two Board Members from the Mid-Mon Valley Community The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) is also pleased to re-instate community board members. The 2013 New Year welcomes back two community board members to the Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority family. The board members are MMVTA Chairman, Mr. Rik Pankiewicz of Carroll Township and Mr. J. Edmund Martin of Belle Vernon Borough. Mr. Pankiewicz and Mr. Martin have been MMVTA board members since 2008. Magisterial District Judge Larry Hopkins inducted the board members during the January 24th Board meeting. The Board meets monthly, the fourth Thursday of each month at the MMVTA Transit Center in Charleroi at 6 pm. For more information, please call 724-489-0880 or visit www.mmvta.com.
Ginger Hill Grange Comes Through Again
The dining hall at the Ginger Hill Grange was packed with supporters of David Phillips, who was in a serious car accident.
By Paul Chasko
Once again, when there’s a need for financial support, the folks at the Ginger Hill Grange rolled up their sleeves and cranked out another successful spaghetti dinner fundraiser. Several months ago, David Phillips (age 20) of RD2, Monongahela and a Ringgold graduate, was in a very serious auto accident and is still hospitalized. His family faces mounting medical bills, so, on January 20, the Ginger Hill Grange hosted a spaghetti dinner and Chinese auction to help raise funds. Sally Holets of the Grange estimated that they sold over 600 dinners at the event and that they used about 80 pounds of spaghetti. Local stores donated food and items for the Chinese auction. The dinner was so well attended that at times it was difficult finding a parking spot in the lot! The “Saddle Tramps,” a local country/western group for which David’s dad Rudy plays lead guitar, entertained folks enjoying their dinners. This is another great example of how the local Grange pitches in when it counts, and they thank all the great folks who attended the dinner. If you missed the dinner and would still like to help out, donations can be mailed to: Ginger Hill Grange, 3383 SR 136, Nottingham, PA 19362. Please include a note indicating that the donation is for the David Phillips fund. Go to our website at www.unionfinley.com for more photos of this event by Paul Chasko.
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Save the Date for Oldies Dance and Dinner at Broughton Fire Hall VFW Post 1940 in Broughton and the Broughton Women’s Group will host an Oldies Dance and Dinner March 9 at the Broughton Fire Hall with music by The Elmonics. Cost of ticket is $20 per person, which includes food, rinses, and beer. Doors open at 6 p.m., food will be saved at 6:30 p.m., and music plays from 7-11 p.m. There will be a Chinese auction and 50/50. Please mark your calendar and call for tickets. No tickets will be sold at the door. For more information, call 412-655-9922.
Community Action Southwest Now Accepting New Students in its Adult Education Program Community Action Southwest’s (CAS) Adult Education Program, designed to assist Greene and Washington County residents ages 17+ to improve their skills and/or obtain their GED in order to secure employment or to enroll in a trade school or college, is now accepting new students. A full schedule of classes is in place in the two-county area. Classes are taught every Monday, Wednesday and Friday each week at the Greene, Mon Valley, and Washington CareerLink sites. Additionally, classes are offered in Carmichaels, Burgettstown and Washington on Tuesdays and in Waynesburg and Washington on Thursdays until 7 p.m. each week. Upon enrollment and orientation, PA-Certified instructors work with students to determine their weekly class schedules. Volunteer tutors are also available to meet with students in local libraries or other neutral meeting locations throughout both counties. Students enrolled in the program are also partnered with a trained case manager who will work with them to help them to find employment and/or to enroll in a trade school or college. The Adult Education Program is part of the agency’s Community Action WORKS initiative designed to serve its clients in a comprehensive fashion. Addressing adult education, employability, skills, housing and asset development, while creating opportunities and providing support for economic independence is the framework in which client success is realized. For additional information or to register for classes, please contact our office at 1-877-814-0788 ext. 546.
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Community Action Southwest to Offer Free Income Tax Preparation and Filing to Qualified Area Residents
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Community Action Southwest (CAS) will once again offer free, basic, online income tax filing assistance to qualified working households in Washington and Greene Counties who made less than $50,000 a year in 2012, regardless of the number of persons living in their household. Through its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program, the agency assisted a total of 583 households in Washington and Greene Counties to file their income taxes last tax season, and $534,640 was refunded to those taxpayers. The agency operates its VITA Program in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service and through funding from the United Way of Washington County and the Greene County United Way. Additionally, the majority of volunteers who assist the taxpayers to file their income taxes are students from Washington & Jefferson College and Waynesburg University. Volunteers are trained to assist taxpayers to receive the appropriate tax credits for which they are eligible including the Earned Income Tax Credit, a federally funded tax credit for lower-income
working individuals and families. VITA sites will be open January 31, 2013 through April 11, 2013 in both counties. Appointments are available each week in Washington on Wednesdays from 1 – 8 p.m. New sites have been added at the Burgettstown Area Library and the John K. Tener Library in Charleroi. Both library partnership sites will be open on Mondays between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. In addition, satellite sites will also operate in Carmichaels, Donora, Canonsburg and Jefferson on various Tuesdays throughout the tax season. VITA is part of the agency’s Community Action WORKS initiative designed to serve its clients in a comprehensive fashion. Addressing adult education, employability, skills, housing and asset development, while creating opportunities and providing support for economic independence is the framework in which client success is realized. Appointments are required at all locations. To make an appointment, to get more information or to find out if you qualify please call our office at 1-877814-0788 ext. 421.
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Upcoming Events at Monongahela Area Library The following programs will be offered at the Monongahela Area Library, 813 West Main Street, Monongahela. For more information, call 724-258-5409. Winter session of Storytime for children ages 30 months through 5 years will begin Wednesday, February 6 at 11 a.m. The program will meet each week until the end of March in the Activity Room of the library. Each meeting includes reading three books, singing and rhymes, and a craft. The Monongahela’s Friends of the Library invite everyone to shake off their cabin fever with a “Soup-er Egg-citing” day at the library. On Saturday, February 9, at 11 a.m., Ed Repka will be on hand for a demonstration of the art of psyanky prior to a soup tasting. Psyanky is the traditional Ukrainian art of dyeing and elaborately decorating Easter eggs. Repka, a retired Ringgold educator and administrator, has taught classes in psyanky and had his work in that art exhibited at the Heinz History Center. Following the demonstration, the Friends have a soup tasting planned to introduce the Cooke Tavern Soups that they are currently selling as a fundraiser. The soups are available to order through February 11 for those unable to attend the egg demonstration. The program is free and open to the public, but, reservations are required in advance by calling the library at 724-258-5409. The library is organizing a book club for those interested in reading and discussing some of the lighter styles of writing. Those interested in light mysteries or comic romances are invited to the library on Thursday, February 12 at 1 p.m. for an organizational meeting. The introductory topic will be the Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich. The library is also seeking young writers ages 16 – 21 who might be interested in forming a writing group to share and discuss current work.
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New Eagle & Fallowfield Twp. VFD Schedule Gun and Cash Bash The New Eagle & Fallowfield Twp. VFD are hosting a Gun and Cash Bash on Saturday, March 9 at the New Eagle VFD Social Hall, 156 Chess St., New Eagle. Doors open at 4 p.m. Drawings start at 5 p.m. and run every 15 minutes until 9 p.m. Donation is $20 for two numbers, or $15 to attend without a ticket. Donation includes dinner and refreshments. Contact Les Pemberton at 724-344-7835 for more information.
8th Annual Finleyville Pub Crawl Set for March 16 The 8th Annual Finleyville Pub Crawl will take place Saturday. March 16 starting at 7 p.m. Order your event T-shirt by March 1 for $10; all proceeds benefit the Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department. Join all your friends for a night of “Luck of the Irish” pub crawling! T-shirts are currently available at the American Legion Post #613, Hackett Club, Hunting Lodge, Finleyville Moose Lodge #172, Peters Creek Pub, Roy’s By The Tracks, and Three Streets Grille.
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Let's Talk Real Estate by ROGER DOLANCH Broker/Owner
Home Ownership Means Great Tax Advantages According to IRS statistics, the average federal income tax refund last year was approximately $3,000. Add that to the other possible refunds of state and local taxes, and this represents a significant amount of cash. So, yes, it is possible to use that windfall toward the purchase of a new home! Once you own a home, you begin building equity in an investment instead of paying rent and paying someone else’s mortgage. Homeowners have additional tax deductions available that renters cannot
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use that may reduce their tax bill even more. If you have been claiming the standard deduction up until now, the extra write-offs that you get from owning a home almost certainly will make you an itemizer. Suddenly, the state taxes you pay and your charitable donations may earn you extra tax savings too. The biggest deduction homeowners enjoy is the mortgage interest deduction. Your lender will send you IRS Form 1098 in January that lists the amount of mortgage interest you paid during the previous year. That is the amount you deduct on Schedule A. You can also deduct the county, municipal, and school property taxes you pay each year. The amount may be shown on the Form 1098 you receive from your lender if you pay your taxes through an escrow account. If you pay them directly, check your records or your checkbook registry. Additionally, home buyers who make a down payment of less than 20 percent of a home’s cost are required to have mortgage insurance, which is an extra fee that protects the lender if the borrower fails to repay the loan. For mortgages issued in 2007 or after, home buyers can deduct their mortgage insurance premiums. This deduction is scheduled to end at the end of the 2013 tax year. Once you own the home, going green has tax
Century 21 Frontier Realty Agent of the Month CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty is proud to recognize Ellen Brawdy for another award-winning year. Ellen will be recognized at the CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty Annual Awards Banquet on February 23 at Valley Brook Country Club for her 2012 production and for her career-long loyalty to the CENTURY 21 System. Congratulations, Ellen@
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advantages too! Some energy-saving home improvements can earn you an additional tax break in the form of an energy tax credit worth up to $500. A tax credit is more valuable than a tax deduction because a credit reduces your tax bill dollar for dollar. There is also a completely separate credit equal to 30 percent of the cost of more expensive and exotic energy-efficient equipment such as solar-powered generators and water heaters. This represents a short list of some of the tax advantages of homeownership. We advise everyone to keep good records and consult your tax preparer or CPA for specific details, because each individual’s situation is special and unique.
Finleyville 724-348-7470 Belle Vernon 724-929-2180 McMurray 724-941-8680
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Mon Valley YMCA Youth & Teen Room Undergoes Renovations
NC bank employees complete a community service project at the YMCA under the leadership of Denise Kutchka.
The Mon Valley YMCA's Youth & Teen Center recently underwent some big renovations. These are the first updates since February 2005, when Youth & Teen Director Adorée DeLuca first opened it. "We had some lovely "elves" from PNC Bank do a community service project here and ripped out the old carpet, hauled out old couches and chairs and put a fresh new coat of paint on the walls and it looks great!" said Adorée "Our Teen Leaders Club has been painting individual blocks on the walls also. I like the teens to be as much a part of the design as possible and then they feel more ownership of the area." With the addition of a new sectional couch in the TV area, newly painted floor, and study area, there will also be lockers for teens to keep coats and backpacks so they don't have to use the locker rooms.
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Attorney Mike Lucas Announces Candidacy for Judge Washington County First Assistant District Attorney Mike Lucas announced his candidacy for the Court of Common Pleas of Washington County. Lucas, age 45, has practiced in Washington County for over 20 years. Married and the father of three daughters, Lucas resides in Carroll Twp. Lucas currently serves Washington County residents as First Assistant District Attorney. As a lead prosecutor, Lucas has tried and gained more convictions in serious felony including homicide cases than any other lawyer in Washington County in the past 16 years. As an attorney in private practice with the firm of Bassi, Vreeland and Associates, Lucas has extensive experience in civil trial court, having tried cases to verdict not only in Washington County, but in Allegheny County, the Federal District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania and in the state of Ohio. He has served as the appointed Solicitor for Charleroi Borough, the Charleroi Area School District and the Canon-MacMillan School District. In 2011, his peers in the Washington County Bar Association awarded Lucas the Robert L. Ceisler Award for Excellence in Professionalism. Since returning to Washington County in 1992, Lucas has volunteered with many community, church and civic groups. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Center in the Woods, Community Action Southwest and is newly appointed to the Board of the Area Agency on Aging. In a pro bono capacity he recently assisted the Boroughs of Charleroi, Speers and
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North Charleroi to form a regional police force and to sustain local police protection in the Mid Mon Valley. A member of Mary Mother of the Church in Charleroi, Lucas has started and has served as camp director for the Mon Valley YMCA-Knights of Columbus youth summer basketball camp and has for the past 20 years coached as a volunteer in youth sport and high school varsity basketball. Stressing that politics has no place in the courthouse, he intends to seek the support of all voters, regardless of their political affiliation. “When a person comes to court, he or she should not have to worry about the judge's politics or political agenda,” he said, continuting, “Instead, each person who goes into a Washington County courtroom should be able to count on the judge being committed to making a decision that is fair, just and right according to the law and the facts."
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Trax Farms February Events Trax Farms is hosting the following events and is located at 528 Trax Road, Finleyville (Rt. 88, between Library and Finleyville). Winter store hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Spring hours starting Monday, March 11 are Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. For more information, call 412-835-3246 or visit www.traxfarms.com.
Taste of Trax Saturdays, February 9 and March 9 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Trax will open its pantry for a day of sampling, so come try specialties like homemade nut breads, baked goods, homemade fudge, mulled wines, and more. Plus, numerous vendors will showcase their specialties and recipes. Free tasting of award-winning local winery Arrowhead Wines are available as well. For those with a sweet tooth, come by and try our sweets and other baked goods. Free parking and free admission make this the perfect excuse to get the entire family out of the house and try something new. Come hungry!
Choose Some Locally Made Valentine Wine This year, Trax Farms has everything you need for the perfect Valentine’s Day, starting with our wide selection of fun, award-winning table wine from Arrowhead Wine Cellars. Our expert wine staff will help you pick the perfect wine to complement your planned Valentine’s dinner as well as gourmet chocolate for the perfect dessert. Our Cherry Love is on sale for just $12.99. Don’t forget the perfect gift for a wine lover is a ticket to our Winter Wine Festival on Saturday, February 23 from noon to 5 p.m. featuring seven local wineries, great food, and live music (see below).
Trax Farms’ Winter Wine Festival Trax will host its first Winter Wine Festival on Saturday, February 23, from noon to 5 p.m. Traditionally, Trax Farms has offered exceptional wine tastings and lectures but the festival will be bigger than anything the farm has ever done before with great food, live music, and a showcase of the very best from seven local, award-wining, Western PA wineries: Arrowhead Wine
Cellars, Ripepi Winery & Vineyard, Greenhouse Winery, Glades Pike Winery, Raspberry Acres, J & D Cellars, Kavic Winery. Taste wines while listening to the area’s best music from local favorite Black Horse. Must be 21 or older to purchase and sample wines. Attendees receive a free Trax Farms wine glass and a chance to win a Trax gift card. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the event.
Indoor Flea Markets Need something for the family to do during winter? There is no better place to turn than Trax Farms’ Indoor Flea Market for some free family fun. You are guaranteed to find something unique from the 83 vendors selling antiques, gifts, collectibles, clothing and much more in our events room. Free parking and free admission. The flea market starts at 9 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays, February 2-3 and 16-17 and March 2-3.
Easter Egg Hunts and Breakfast With the Bunny Easter comes early this year! Our Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast With the Bunny tickets go on sale on Monday, February 25. The Easter Egg Hunts start at 10:30 a.m. and run until 2 p.m., every 30 minutes. Hunts are divided into three age-appropriate groups. Tickets are $7. No reservations are required, but order early as spots are limited. Breakfast with the Bunny is Saturday and Sunday, March 23-24; Good Friday, March, 29; and Saturday, March 30 at 9:30 a.m. Each child will receive a filling breakfast of cereal with milk, mini donuts, orange drink, and a fresh apple. The child will then get to visit the bunny, do a fun craft, and enter our coloring contest. Parents can enjoy fresh coffee, muffins, bagels, and more breakfast goodies. Reservations are required. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased by phone or at our customer service desk. Egg hunts run until 2 p.m. on these same dates.
Sisters of St. Francis offer Meatless Take-Out on Ash Wednesday The Sisters of St Francis of the Providence of God are making the choice of having meatless dish for Ash Wednesday a little easier. For their monthly Take-Out on Wednesday, February 13, the Sisters will be offering homemade haluski - a traditional meatless dish of cabbage and noodles sautéed in butter and seasonings, as well as two soups. The menu also includes an alternative meatless meal of vegetable lentil soup. They are also continuing to offer a traditional wedding soup with chicken and meatballs, which, for those observing Ash Wednesday, can be eaten the next day or frozen for future enjoyment. All selections are $5 a quart and come with two dinner rolls. Orders must be placed by Thursday, February 7 by calling 412-885-7232. Soup orders can be picked up on Wednesday, February 13 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Sisters' Motherhouse, located at 3603 McRoberts Road in the South Hills. The Sisters Gift Shoppe will also be open, and Franciscan Blend coffee is available at the front desk. All proceeds benefit the Sisters of St. Francis of the Providence of God. The Sisters hold monthly take-outs from September to May, where patrons are offered several homemade selections. Using fresh ingredients, their chef makes the soups more healthy by omitting additional salt and preparing cream soups with skim milk instead of heavy cream. Wedding, their most popular soup, is always offered along with rotating selections that may include chicken, broccoli, potato, vegetable lentil, and others. They also occasionally offer haluski, as on February 13, or chili. For more information, visit www.osfprov.org or call 412-885-7232.
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Clairton Public Library Events Clairton Public Library is located at 616 Miller Avenue, Clairton. For information, call 412-233-7966.
Attention Local Artists! Plans are underway for the Clairton Public Library Spring Art Show and Sale. If you are a local artist interested in displaying your work, please leave your name and phone number at the main desk of the library. Someone will be in touch with you to supply all the important information you need. No entry fee is required to exhibit your work. A Wine and Cheese Reception will accompany the show. Both are being sponsored by the Friends of Clairton Library.
Looking for Yearbooks Do you have an old Clairton High School Yearbook that you are no longer using? Why not donate it to the library? Books will then be available to the general public throughout the year. In addition, these books will be part of the Clairton memorabilia collection that will be displayed during the annual high school reunion. Yearbooks can be dropped off at the library’s main desk.
Library Friends Wanted The Friends of Clairton Library is a group of interested citizens who organize fun and educational events that benefit the library and the whole community. Please consider joining us and becoming a member of the Library Friends. Meetings are held at 11 a.m. on the second Thursday of each month. If you have questions about our group, call the library at 412-233-7966 or the FOL secretary at 412-8961640.
McKeesport Hospital Offers Golden Key Club Meetings McKeesport Hospital hosts Golden Key Club meetings on the second Thursday of the month for health education/ health screenings in the new Kelly Conference Center located on the ground level in the Kelly Building, 600 Hospital Way, McKeesport. These meetings are to help promote socialization and educate our community seniors to be safe, live longer, and to enhance their quality of life. If you haven't joined and received your Golden Key Club Card, it will be distributed to you at the next Golden Key Club meeting that you attend. For more information, please call Patrick Fisher at 412-664-2685. Free parking and refreshments are provided.
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Monongahela 1st Grader Establishes Community Disaster Fund with Birthday Donations By Christen M. Stroh
Connor Vaccari wants what many upand-coming 7-year-olds want for their birthdays – clothes, toys, shoes, cash – but the 1st grader from Monongahela doesn’t want to keep it. Connor has established his own cause – Connor’s Cause – and is asking people to donate to his cause in lieu of traditional birthday presents so he can help kids who really need it. He plans on donating all items collected to the Monongahela Community Disaster Fund, which will help families who have suffered a loss by providing immediate relief. The fund itself is something for which Connor can already take credit – upon hearing his request to want to donate to children in need, Connor’s mother, Donna Vaccari, asked Monongahela Mayor Bob Kepics what types of donations the city needed most. One of Connor’s requests when setting this up was to be able to physically take everything to the donation site himself, rather than ship it out to someplace he didn’t know. Mayor Kepics established the fund to help those who suffer loss through fires, floods, etc. and really need urgent help, before insurance companies can assist. The fund will be officially established at the February Monongahela Council meeting and will begin with Connor’s donation. Connor’s birthday – February 22nd – falls after his parents’ and siblings’ birthdays, all in January. To plan all the birthday festivities, the family spends time at the beginning of January discussing what everyone wants to do to celebrate each birthday. Connor thought about it, and, asking only for a violin, said that if he got anything else at his party, he’d like to
Connor, Vaccari, son of Donna and Aaron Vaccari, is establishing a disaster relief fund with donations he’s receiving in lieu of presents for his 7th birthday.
donate it, because he got a lot of toys for Christmas. Donna believes seeing family friend Madison Huschak successfully collect and donate toys at Christmastime inspired Connor, though he has not said this himself. “He’s a very giving kid. He’s never been selfish, and I’m not surprised that this is something that he would want to do,” said Donna. “I’m just a little surprised he thought of it at the age of 7. For someone so little, he’s got big ideas.” Connor’s Cause will be collecting new blankets, shoes and clothes for newborns through teenagers, and money through February 22nd. Cash donations will be used to buy gift cards for from Walmart. Items can be dropped off at or shipped to Knick Knacks & Paddy Wacks, 443 W. Main Street, Monongahela. For more information, please call 724-797-5236 or visit Connor’s Cause on Facebook.
CORRECTION The Union-Finley Messenger inadvertently listed the last name of a Union Township Police Officer incorrectly in a photo caption on page 1 of the January 2013 issue. The officer’s name is Dave Hromada. We apologize for the error.
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Roller Skating Party to Benefit Food Bank The North Strabane Township Parks & Recreation department is hosting their Annual Skating Party on Saturday, February 16 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Join us for this roller skating event at the Pancake Skate & Whirl in Washington, PA. Cost is FREE for North Strabane residents, or just $3 for non-residents. Skate rental is $1, or you can bring your own. Refreshments will be available for purchase at the concession area. Proceeds from this fun family event will benefit the Greater Washington County Food Bank. Everyone attending the event is encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate. This event is open to all. Come and enjoy the fun! The Pancake Skate & Whirl is located at 10 McCoy Lane, in Washington, PA. For additional info or questions, please call 724-745-8880.
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Stockdale Returns to Yesteryear With Oldies Dance Series
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The past will meet the present when another in a series of successful “All Oldies, Only Oldies” dances (record hops) is presented Saturday, April 6, 8 p.m. to midnight, at the Stockdale Volunteer Fire Department’s social center and banquet hall. This is one of the largest and most popular dance hops of its kind in western Pennsylvania. Ralph Trilli, longtime area disc jockey and co-host with Bill Chappo of the Cruisin’ Sunday show on WJPA, will spin the oldies. Trilli was a longtime associate of the late Jim “J.D. the D.J.” Dudas and hosted a memorial tribute to Dudas in October 2011. Ron Paglia, who was the disc jockey at the original hops from December 21, 1957 through August 1964, will serve as guest host. The original dances were among the biggest in western Pennsylvania in the 1950s and early 1960s. Crowds of 1,000 or more teenagers were the rule during the heyday of those events, which featured many of the top recording artists of that era in live performances on the Stockdale stage. The event, which is open to the public, will feature a BYOE (Bring Your Own Everything) format. Patrons are invited to bring their own food and liquid refreshments. Admission is $10 per person, and reservations and additional information are available at 724-330-5002. Checks should be made payable to Stockdale Volunteer Fire Department and should be sent, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope, to Dance, P.O. Box 416, Roscoe, PA 15477. Those ordering tickets are requested to include their name, address, telephone number, and email address.
Learn About Fly Tying Chase the winter blues away and learn the art of fly tying this winter. The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering an Introduction to Fly Tying program February 5, 12, and 19. During this three-part program, participants will learn to create basic fish catching flies using feathers, fur, thread, and hooks. Registration is required, as space is limited; call 724-2286867. All materials and equipment required for this program will be provided for a $10 material fee. The program will be held at Courthouse Square, Room 705, 100 West Beau St., Washington.
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased to announce the opening of our new location at UPMC West Mifflin.
Lisa R. Blackrick, MD Orthopaedic Surgery
An assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Blackrick received her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University and completed a traumatology fellowship at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland. She specializes in general orthopaedics, as well as fracture care, and limb salvage and reconstruction.
Mitchell H. Rothenberg, MD Orthopaedic Surgery
A graduate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore, Dr. Rothenberg completed a fellowship at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine in Madison. As a clinical assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery, Dr. Rothenberg specializes in general orthopaedics, joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, and fracture care.
To schedule an appointment, or for more information, call 412-687-3900 or visit UPMC.com/OrthoSurg. UPMC West Mifflin 1907 Lebanon Church Road West Mifflin, PA 15122
Affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, UPMC is ranked among the nation’s top 10 hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.
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Trinity Senior Performs With WSO at “Far Away Places” Concert Washington Symphony Orchestra’s February 9 performance will take the audience to “Far Away Places” through a variety of musical selections, including some featuring the Washington High School Steel Drum Band with their specialized pan music from the Caribbean. With winter doldrums in full swing in February, the WSO will offer an affordable escape to popular vacation sites that are “Far Away Places”. If you can’t take a week off this winter, the evening concert is a lower cost escape, including such selections as “April in Paris,” “Himalayan Deirdre Skiffington, a senior at Trinity High Adventure,” overture from Barber of School in Washington, PA, is the 2012 Young Seville, “Hawaii Five-0,” “Margaritaville,” Artist Competition and will perform with the and “Eternal Vow” from Crouching Tiger Washington Symphony Orchestra on February 9. Hidden Dragon. Each year student musicians can compete for the chance to win a $500 prize and the opportunity to perform with the WSO in February by competing in the Young Artist Competition held in December and coordinated by William Galvin, a WSO musician and retired Trinity band director. The 2012 winner performing at the event is Deirdre Skiffington, a senior from Trinity High School. She will be the featured oboe soloist on her selection of Jean Francaix’s “L’Horloge de Flore (Flower Clock).” Skiffington has played oboe for Washington High School Band six years and currently serves as the President of Trinity’s Tri-M Music Honor Society, as well as per- Director David Dayton will be the guest conductor at the concert. forming in the school’s wind ensemble, woodwind quintet, and marching band. Additional music involvement includes performing with the Pittsburgh Youth Symphony for the past year. Music is her future career goal as she plans to major in music performance at either Duquesne or West Virginia University when she graduates from high school in June. David Dayton, the Washington High School Band Director, will guest conduct the performance with his steel drum band. WSO conductor Dr. Yugo Ikach is pleased to have Dayton as a guest conductor and to feature the “unique sounds of the pan drums along with the orchestra.” Tickets for the 8 p.m. concert are available online at www.washsym.org or by phone at 724-223-9796. Tickets are also available at the door at Trinity High School the evening of the performance.
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Jefferson Hills Library Teen Group Collecting Items for Deployed Soldiers Members of the Teen Advisory Board at Jefferson Hills Library are collecting items for our deployed troops until February 15. Requested items include current and classic DVDs, CDs, cards, board games, outdoor sports and news magazines, batteries, puzzle books (Sudoku, crossword etc.), trail mix, dried fruit, beef jerky, specialty ground coffee, shampoo and conditioner, toothpaste. toothbrushes, dental floss, chapstick, foot powder, deodorant, hand sanitizer, baby wipes and hand wipes, shower gel, non-aerosol shaving gel, men’s and women’s triple blade razors, black and white athletic socks, new twin sheets and twin blankets, bath towels and washcloths, men’s boxers and T-shirts, and women’s sports bras. See the complete list at www.OperationTroopAppreciation.org. Items can be dropped off at Jefferson Hills Library, 925 Old Clairton Road. Monetary donations can be sent to: Operation Troop Appreciation, PO Box 14550, Pittsburgh, PA 15234. Please NO opened food or used clothing and hygiene items. Expiration dates on supplies should be good for at least six months from the date of donation. DVDs and CDs can be gently used and in good working condition.
WOMEN'S CLUB OF JEFFERSON HILLS FEBRUARY MEETING The Women’s Club of Jefferson Hills will meet on Wednesday, February 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building on Old Clairton Road. The program will be a presentation on floral arrangements presented by Jim Carlucci of Della Robbia Flowers and Gifts. At the conclusion of the meeting refreshments will be hosted by Mary Jude Hauser, Joan Jones, and Patty Boyd. Anyone interested in becoming a member is welcome to attend the meeting. Membership is open to all residents of Jefferson Hills, as well as the surrounding communities. Guests are welcome to all meetings. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building.
Volunteer Day at Mingo Creek County Park The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is looking for volunteers to help reconstruct part of the Hemlock Trail in Mingo Creek County Park. Through the years, part of this trail has become overgrown and has nearly been lost. With your help, we are going to make this trail better than ever! Volunteer Day will take place on Saturday, February 9 at 11 a.m. Participants will meet at the Hemlock Trail Parking Area. We do have a limited number of tools to utilize, but we welcome you to bring along any tools you have handy (handsaws, pruners, loppers, etc.) for trimming trees and clearing the trail. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Pre-registration is required by calling the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation office at 724-228-6867. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington, PA off of Route 136.
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Old West Wash House Marks 30th Anniversary By Ken Askew
By Ken Askew
The history of Atria’s restaurants goes back to the 1930s, when they served only a sandwich and a beer. Things sure have changed since then. The 8th Atria’s location opened in Pleasant Hills in November 2012, and its extenThe 8th Atria’s restaurant in Southwest Pennsylvania is sive menu now includes appelocated in Pleasant Hills on Route 51 tizers, flatbreads, soups, salads, in the Bill Green Shopping Center. pastas, wood-fired steaks and chops, seafood, sandwiches, and burgers. Specifically, some of the more exotic-sounding choices are pot roast nachos, sherry crab bisque, fra Diablo, pork filet gorgonzola, baja fish tacos, and a wide assortment of alcoholic beverages. The Atria’s franchise was recently chosen as the best burger in the “Burgh,� and won at the Allegheny County Rib Festival. The store’s motto is “It’s good Ready to provide top-notch service are Jason Humenik, to be here,� and Brad Frye, proJessica Baum, Evan Bieganski, and Proprietor Brad Frye. prietor, emphasizes that the friendliness of the servers is just as important as the quality of the food. He says the dining experience at Atria’s is like eating at a neighbor’s home—you feel very welcome. Furthermore, Frye says, “We’re dedicated to going above and beyond what people expect—we offer not just great food, but also outstanding customer service.� Consequently, the crowds of customers keep 60 employees very busy. Prices range from $9 to $16 for lunch items and $12 to $23 for dinner. Happy hour is celebrated from 5-7 p.m. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Take-out is available, and reservations are recommended. After a full-scale renovation, Atria’s occupies the space in Bill Green Shopping Center, right off the Cloverleaf intersection on Route 51, formerly known as the Old West Wash House and part of the former Brass Rail restaurant’s footage. You can reach Atria’s by phone at 412-714-8670, fax at 412-714-8692, or email at pleasanthills@atrias.com. For more information, visit www.atrias.com.
Many businesses just don’t last very long, but the Old West Wash House in Bethel Park isn’t one of them. Remarkably, it started 30 years ago and owner Mike Klipsic just signed a new 25-year lease. An entrepreneur, Klipsic bought the business 15 years ago and has been very successful ever since—as he was with the other 36 businesses he owned (as The Old West Wash House in Hillcrest Shopping many as five at the same time!) and sold Center in Bethel Park is a modern, clean facility since he was nine years old. He’s a bunthat sports a western theme. dle of energy and one of the most jovial business people you can meet. An interesting guy, he would be glad to regale you with tales of his 20 years as a mobile DJ, a worker for the Make-aWish Foundation, and his current hobby as an ornamental scroll saw artist at local medieval festivals. This business literally has a “laundry list� of provided services, including drop-off service for laundry, dry cleaning done in a day on the premises, alterations, leather cleaning, dress shirts individually hand-pressed, and contract services with other businesses. Klipsic Owner Mike Klipsic boasts that Sandy says, “Come in, and we’ll provide you Shamonsky is so adept at getting stains out of fabrics, it’s almost magical! with your best-ever laundry and dry cleaning experience.� An attendant is always onsite at the store, and an extensive security system ensures the patrons’ safety. Customer parking is located next to the entrance door, and the bus line stops at the curb. The store is filled with gleaming, new, high-efficiency, coin-operated appliances, including 35 washers and 28 dryers. Customers can relax in the lounge, which is outfitted with comfortable livingroom style furniture, and watch a flat-screen TV while their laundry is done. Customers tell him that they actually pass other laundromats on the way to Old West because they prefer to use his facility even though it’s farther away. The facility is located at 4950 Library Road (Route 88), Bethel Park, in the Hillcrest Shopping Center. Daily hours are 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Please call 412835-8009 for more information.
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MACC January 2013 Business of the Month is Just 4 You Gift Shop
Just 4 You Gift Shop was named the MACC January 2013 Business of the Month.
Just 4 You Gift Shop in Monongahela is owned and operated by Tara and Tony Bottino of Carroll Township. Just 4 You features Hallmark cards, Hallmark products, Jim Shore, Willow Tree, Dept. 56, Yankee Candle, Foundation Angels, Sarris Candy, sports gifts, religious items, and musical gifts, plus a lot more. It is located at 238 West Main Street Monongahela across from First Federal Bank. Ample parking can be found behind First Federal. Street parking is also available. Hours are 9:30 a.m.- 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday, and 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday. Free gift wrap is available. Just 4 You offers many high quality items and promises to have the lowest price. They are locally owned and operated and are dedicated to the community. Special orders are available. Like Just 4 You on Facebook for a chance to win a gift card. Gift cards are also available for purchase.
WOMEN'S BUSINESS NETWORK FEBRUARY MEETINGS The Women’s Business Network is a 28-chapter-strong Southwestern Pennsylvania nonprofit organization with more than 450 current members whose mission is to provide personal and professional resources to advance the presence of aspiring and successful businesswomen. Additional information can be found at www.wbninc.com. Each of the various local chapters meets twice a month on the following dates and locations: • The Washington Chapter meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, February 13 and 27, at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread, 108 Trinity Pointe Drive, Washington. For more information, contact Karen Kovac at 724986-6739. • The Mon Valley Chapter meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, February 7 and 21, at 9:15 a.m. at Chaney’s Natural, 138 West Main Street, Monongahela. For more information, contact Amanda Ciranni at 724-309-5120. • The McMurray Chapter meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, February 6 and 20, at 8:30 a.m. at Merante Brother’s Market, 604 W. McMurray Road, Canonsburg. For more information, contact Valerie Bartels at 412-418-3072.
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Specialty Restaurant Opens Its Doors in Venetia By Ken Askew
Restaurants that serve Italian food are fairly common in this area, but how many eateries serve authentic German food? It takes a restaurant with an unusual name to have an unusual menu, and “Open German / Italian Flair” is the place that has both. Although they just opened on December 1, 2012, they are quickly gathering a following of diners who enjoy specialty foods. The menu selections are evenly divided between German, Italian, and American fare— dozens from each nationality. German enticements include wursts, schnitzels, and sauerbraten. Italian favorites are pastas including lasagna, Chef and co-owner of Open German / Italian ravioli, spaghetti, fettuccine, cavatapFlair in Venetia Bryan Skehan has 18 years pi, and penne. The variety of sandexperience in the restaurant industry and in his wiches extends from burgers and spare time serves as a volunteer firefighter and EMT. other popular beef / chicken / fish choices to wursts (bratwurst, knackwurst, and weisswurst). Co-owner and Chef Bryan Skehan is proud to offer only fresh-made meals prepared in small batches. He is in the process of establishing supply lines from locally known sources (some just down the road) to ensure the freshness of the food served. The atmosphere is cozy (seats 26 patrons), so it’s not hard to get your server’s attention if needed, as he or she is only a few steps from the kitchen. Lunch menu prices range from $8-$15, whereas dinners are priced at $10-$16. BYOB is A-OK if you’re at least 21 years old. Catering is available. Open German / Italian Flair is located not in Veringenstadt, Venice, or Vermont but right here in Venetia (Washington County). More specifically, it has set up shop at 101 Sugar Run Road (lower floor in the back), at the intersection of Venetia Road. The Venetia Post Office is directly above. Business hours are 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Call anytime at 724-3486965 or -6826. Cash and all major credit cards are accepted (no checks). You will surely be willkommen, benvenuti, and welcome!
Where’s Union Township’s Dollar General? By Paul Chasko
“Where’s our Dollar General?”, ask residents of Union Township. In mid-summer last year, they were told that Dollar General would break ground near Mineral Beach in the fall for a new store in Union Township. Well, according to Union Township’s Zoning Officer Harold Ivery, there have been a few setbacks. First, there was some minor problem with financing, followed by a problem with the sewage tap permitting process. Then, changes within Dollar General’s organization also may have slowed things down. However, as far as Ivery knows, the store will still open. The Union-Finley Messenger will publish details on the schedule as they are learned. Dollar General has a significant amount of money tied up in this project.
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Wedding Guide 4 Steps to Finding the Perfect Engagement Ring (NewsUSA) - There are a few big purchases in life that you really don't want to mess up – a first house, a health care plan, a new car, and especially, the engagement ring for your loved one. According to The Knot, a popular wedding inspiration magazine and planning website, the decision is so important it takes consumers more than three months to find the perfect ring, and the average cost is $5,000. If you're starting to sweat under the pressure, here's a step-by-step guide to make your decision easier: 1. Determine the Metal • Platinum is a naturally white metal, meaning it will never fade, change color, or need to be re-dipped or re-plated. • White gold, on the other hand, is a created by adding an alloy mix to yellow
gold. As the white color fades, the ring will need to be re-dipped a few times each year. • Platinum pairs well with all stones because its natural color will not cast any unwanted color onto the gem, plus its density makes for an extremely secure setting. • If you want matching bands, be sure to consider what your partner likes before deciding on a metal. 2. Determine the Cut of the Stone • Traditionally, round and princess cuts are the most popular. • Recently, celebrities such as Angelina Jolie, Sofia Vergara and Drew Barrymore have brought attention to less common cuts such as emerald, cushion and radiant. 3. Determine the Style of the Ring • Vintage: Offering a traditional look,
these settings can either be an actual estate piece or a new ring with a vintage style. • Modern: Tension settings, where the diamond is held without prongs, are a popular style. Rough diamonds also offer a modern twist to a ring. • Classic: Three-stone and solitaire settings offer a timeless look. Other classic styles include pave and halo settings. 4. Determine the Budget • According the a 2011 jewelry study by The Knot, the bride views setting, stone cut and quality, and metal used as the most important aspects of a ring, whereas the groom focuses on stone quality, style and price. Each of these attributes factors into the price of the ring, so it helps to make sure the couple is aligned before shopping.
If you can, talk to your partner to gather details about metals, cuts and price points. • Platinum rings come in a variety of price points – with many costing less than $1,500 – so couples are sure to get the best value for the ring. Learn more at www.preciousplatinum.com.
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Tips for Brides On Budgets (NewsUSA) - Between the thrilling proposal and the pre-wedding whirlwind - setting the date, finding the perfect wedding dress, planning the honeymoon - weddings should feel joyous and romantic. But after the wedding, couples should enjoy their newly wedded bliss - not panic about digging themselves out of debt. According to the Association for Wedding Professionals International, the average wedding costs between $18,000 and $21,000. In these difficult economic times, couples might need to minimize the cost of their wedding. But brides on budgets do not need to whittle their guest list from 200 to 10. HERE ARE SOME AFFORDABLE - AND TASTEFUL - MEASURES COUPLES CAN TAKE TO STAY WITHIN THEIR BUDGET. What eats up wedding cash? Wedding receptions usually account for half of a wedding's cost. Dinner and drinks add up, especially if couples pay for a full or open bar. To save money on the bubbly, couples should nix the mixed drinks. Soon-tobe-marrieds can serve champagne during the toast, then offer beer and wine for the rest of the evening. Give clumsier guests white wine, not red, and the evening should progress with fewer mishaps at a lower cost. For dinner, couples should think outside the catering-company box. Local restaurants might make better deals. Classy catering can come from unexpected places. Boston Market restaurants provide full-service catering options with elegant entrées like roasted sirloin, turkey or rotisserie chicken, and a selection of gourmet sides. The cost? From $14.99 to $21.99 a head. After the reception, photography and videography are the second largest budget-breakers. Couples can hire a photographer and videographer for the ceremony, then leave reception photographs to friends, family and digital cameras. To avoid the cost of a live band, brides and grooms can opt for MP3 playlists, customized CDs and speaker rentals over pricey bands. Finally, hiring a wedding coordinator can save time, manage stress and get better deals. So, here's a toast to tweaking old traditions to make a dream wedding financially attainable - and to save enough money for a long, relaxing honeymoon. Cheers!
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'Green' Ideas for Winter-white Weddings while a repurposed dress (BPT) - It's possible to can be had much more create the wedding of cheaply. your dreams and stay "green," even in the cold, white months of winter. Wedding favor Environmentally corwonders rect weddings are a hot To green your wedtrend, according to ding, consider favors that TheKnot.com, a leading are useful and organic, wedding-planning websuch as organic baking site. If your vision of the mixes or spice mixes. perfect wedding marries You can find a plethora eco-friendly green with winter white, of these great-tasting, green-minded here are some tips and ideas to help you options from purveyors like Simply turn your vision into reality: Organic. They have holiday-appropriate varieties like Cranberry Bread and Friendly feasting Pumpkin Cake at When you're planning your menu, www.simplyorganic.com. however, keep in mind how the foods you choose may impact the environ- Greener invitations ment. For example, is that fish entree Many eco-minded brides are switchnet caught, line caught or farmed? ing to invitations made with recycled A dish's environmental impact paper or, better yet, electronic invitadepends on several factors, including tions. No raw materials are consumed how the product was raised and har- to create e-vites, and what's more, you vested, how it was transported and how can find online services that not only far it had to travel from point of origin help you create an e-vite, but send it to plate. By choosing locally grown and monitor responses all online. products, you can reduce your impact on the environment. Some other steps that may seem small - like choosing locally grown, in-season Reuse, recycle and revel flowers rather than out-of-season ones Reusing and recycling eliminates the that must be imported - can also make a need to consume materials and energy big difference in how your wedding making something new. More brides are impacts the environment. Whether you finding that recycling a wedding dress opt to replace cut bouquets and centerhas other advantages too. It's possible to pieces with artificial ones that can be achieve a great vintage look with a used reused, or choose acoustic music that wedding dress - whether it's one hand- requires no electricity to keep guests ed down from your mother or one you dancing, it's possible to find green found in a second-hand store. A new options for almost every aspect of your gown can cost thousands of dollars, wedding.
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Making Wedding Memories Where History Was Made (NAPS)—As more and more young (and old) couples seek novel wedding sites, there’s been a significant increase in making wedding memories where America’s history was made. And one such special place is Valley Forge, in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania … Philadelphia’s biggest and most affluent bedroom.Here, amidst the spectacular backdrop of 3,500-acre Valley Forge National Historical Park, the betrothed flock to Washington Memorial Chapel in search of open dates for exchanging vows. One of southeast Pennsylvania’s most popular and majestic wedding sites, the chapel’s rich decorative elements commemorate George Washington’s life and the nation’s earliest history. For help with selecting the most spectacular wedding spots and happiest happily-ever-after party places, visit www.valleyforge.org.
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Eckenrodes Celebrate 60th Anniversary
Jefferson Hills Boy Scout Earns Eagle Rank
John and Margaret (Berus) Eckenrode of Canonsburg marked their 60th wedding anniversary on December 27, 2012 with a family celebration. John and Margaret were married December 27, 1952 at St. Mary’s Church in Conneaut, Ohio. They are the parents of John (Pam) Eckenrode of Ocean View, DE, Debbie (Richard) Lawson of Finleyville, Bob (Linda) Eckenrode of Mt. Lebanon, Tom Eckenrode of Canonsburg, Mary (Mark) Mikec of McMurray, Charles (Claudia) Eckenrode of Canonsburg, Cindy (Charles) Evanoski of Wexford, Janet (Gary) Wall of Eighty Four, Judy (Rob) Asbell of Venetia, Susan (Dave) Rendulic of Mt. Lebanon, Brian (Kelly) Eckenrode of Gibsonia, and Ken (Kelly ) Eckenrode of Cranberry and the grandparents of 52 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. John served on active duty during the Korean War as a lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. He retired from Penn Mutual Life Insurance of 45 years and works for Knights of Columbus. John has placed two bronze medals and participated in the 2005, 2007, 2009, and 2011 National Senior Olympics for Cycling. He enjoys volunteering in his community. Margaret worked as a registered nurse at Mercy Hospital for 10 years and Canonsburg Hospital for 7 years. She enjoys cycling and has placed two silver and six gold medals with the National Senior Olympics in 2005, 2007, 2009, and 2011. She loves spending time with her grandchildren and volunteering in her community.
Thomas Jefferson High School Senior and Boy Scout Troop 231 member Christopher Bredel has obtained the most prestigious Boy Scout Rank of Eagle Scout. He is the 78th Eagle Scout from Troop 231 in Pleasant Hills. Having joined Scouts in 8th grade, Christopher had to work a little harder to achieve the rank of Eagle. To earn his Eagle Scout award, he earned 36 merit badges, served the troop as Assistant Sr. Patrol Leader, Sr. Patrol Leader, Historian, and Bugler. Christopher is now an Assistant Scoutmaster. His leadership service project consisted of designing, obtaining materials, Eagle Scout Christopher Bredel of Jefferson Hills and providing leadership for the received a citation at his Court of Honor from PA State Representative Rick Saccone Memorial Garden at Jefferson Hills Presbyterian Church. Engraved stones and a walkway were built and a bench designed and constructed. The area was also landscaped. Recently honored at his Court of Honor, Christopher received a citation from State Representative Rick Saccone, who participated in the ceremony. He also received a citation from Congressman Tim Murphy, and letters of congratulations from West Jefferson Hills School District Acting Superintendent Hamsini Rajgopal, Jefferson Hills Police Chief Eugene Roach, and Mayor Michael Green. Christopher plans to attend Robert Morris University in the fall, majoring in computers. He is a member of the National Honor Society, Computer Club, Outdoors Club, Jazz Band, and Marching/Concert Band. Christopher is the son of Ron, Jr. and Ellen Bredel.
Jonnie Mae Campbell Celebrates 104 Years Jonnie Mae Campbell, resident of Southwestern Nursing Center, celebrated her 104th birthday with staff and friends. Jonnie was born January 16, 1909. in Sayre, Alabama. There is where she met her first husband; they both worked for the United Mine Workers Union and had four children. Jonnie had five children with her second husband. She is known for her excellent desserts and enjoys sports, gospel music, and bingo. Happy Birthday, Jonnie!
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Monongahela Valley Hospital Appoints New Vice President Monongahela Valley Hospital recently appointed Corinne Laboon vice president of marketing and community relations. Laboon, a resident of Pleasant Hills, joined MVH in spring 2011 as the director of communications. She has more than 25 years of marketing communications experience she gained while employed with Pittsburgh area health care systems, corporations and non-profit organizations.
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School News Ringgold’s Sarah Krempasky to Sing at Carnegie Hall
Ringgold High School presents “Willy Wonka” March 7 and 8 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 9 at 2 p.m. It's a sticky-sweet confection of “pure imagination!” Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world-famous candymaker and the quest to find an heir comes to life in this musical adaptation, with classic songs from the Oscar-nominated, family film. Based on Gene Wilder's Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971), this play brings the story to stage and includes favorites such as “Pure Imagination” and “Candy Man” as well as new songs from Leslie Bricusse (who composed the film). Originally intended to help promote the newly formed Willy Wonka Candy Company, the movie, adapted from Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, became a cult classic and has gone on to become one of the most beloved titles in the history of children's cinema. All tickets are $8. Call 724-258-2200, ext. 2131.
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Sarah Krempasky, a junior at Ringgold Senior High School, will perform on a stage that has welcomed musical icons through the ages—Carnegie Hall in New York City. The opportunity to take part in the Carnegie Hall performance series is through the 2013 American High School Honors Performance Series. The series showcases some of the most talented student performers in high school today, and Sarah will be part of a group of students who come from all over the United States, Canada, and select international schools. The program, which brings together the most elite talent from across the country, was developed to challenge students to Sarah Krempasky perform at their very best. In February, students will spend five days in New York preparing for their performance under the direction of a world-renowned conductor, be heard by specially invited collegiate music program representatives, participate in a music seminar featuring an industry professional and experience New York by seeing a Broadway show, participating in guided sightseeing, and attending a nationally televised morning show. Sarah is proud to have been chosen to perform as part of the Honors Choir. It began last spring when she was nominated by Ringgold Choral Director, Mrs. Diane Ader. Nominees were then invited to submit an application, performance biography and audition recording which were reviewed by an expert board of music professionals for final selection. A multi-faceted performer, Sarah privately studies voice, plays the piano, and has studied dance since the age of three. She has performed in school musicals since the eighth grade, which included several lead roles. Sarah is a member of the Ringgold High School Choir, International Thespian Society, National Honor Society, GEAR, Interact Club, and Tennis Team and is co-captain of the Ringgold Dance Team. Although still only a junior, Sarah has already decided that her college plans are to pursue a career in music. Sarah is the daughter of John and Lisa Krempasky of Carroll Township.
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Ringgold Board and Facilities and Security Committee Discuss New Middle School Plans and District Security Enhancements By Paul Chasko
Dateline: January 14, 2013 The full Ringgold School Board was present at a January 14 committee meeting to hear presentations by two architect/engineering firms on a proposed new Ringgold Middle School. The board also discussed what Ringgold should be doing in the long term to enhance security in the district’s schools. Also in attendance from the administration were the Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen Polkabla, Assistant to the Supervisor Jeff Matty, several school principals, Head of Security Thomas Thompson, and Board Solicitor Tim Berrgren. Three representatives from HayesLarge presented a preliminary conceptual plan of a new middle school building located beyond the north end of the existing high school parking lot onto the recently acquired Thompson property. The design is a bilevel concept, with students housed in grade clusters. Grades 5 and 6 would be in two separate wings of the second level, while grades 7 and 8 would be in the lower level. The school would contain 126,000 square feet, or approximately 140 square feet per student, which is more than the PDE recommended allotment. The preliminary estimated cost for the Hayes-Large Middle School is $26.2 million. The HHSDR concept showed a twostory building in the same location (north of the existing high school parking lot). Grades 5 and 6 would be on the first floor with grades 7 and 8 directly above. The classroom wings jut out from the rear of the main building at about a 20 degree angle from one another with an angular courtyard between the two wings. The front of the proposed building would house all the larger common areas, such as a 10,000 square foot gymnasium, kitchen, library, and cafeteria. The HHSDR concept estimate was given as a range between $28.2 and $29.9 million. Board member Stein summed up the presentations stating, “The conceptual designs are not as critical at this point as is the process by which the detailed
Security personnel for the high school (2) and RESN (1) with certification to carry firearms, contracted in a manner similar to hall monitors.
design would evolve.” Both firms suggested forming an advisory committee of a mix of teachers, contractors, students, a few board members, parents, and the general public to work with the firms during the design process. The selection of an architect/engineering firm is obviously an important step in a school building construction process. The detailed design will evolve relying on the PDE PlanCon process, board and committee reviews, and the core expertise of the architects and engineers to ensure the district is getting the best possible structure for the funds budgeted. Experience in school building design and construction under the PDE PlanCon reimbursement system is an absolute necessity. See above chart for a tabulation of the two concepts; these will likely change as the detailed plan develops. Dr. Polkabla outlined a security upgrade package. Some items will be implemented now and others during the coming summer. Equipment: Security camera replacements outside of the middle school Additional lighting behind the middle school building Panic buttons in all schools to alert security personnel to emergencies (in
offices and one to be carried on the person of the principal) Security vestibules at RESN, RMS, and the high school. Higher quality security cameras in all schools requiring surveillance down long hallways Communication system improvements at RESN Monitoring equipment replacements at Ringgold High School. Personnel: Chief of Ringgold Security with Police Officer Certification under a contract similar to that of the director of security. This person would work hand in hand with the director of security and be responsible for security at the middle school.
Policies and Procedures: Monthly fire drills and lockdown drills twice each nine-week period Crises Management Book updates Local police access to Ringgold security camera output Building floor plan updates. Dr. Polkabla requested that a motion be placed on the January 16 meeting agenda to advertise for the Chief of Ringgold Security and added security officers. Board members, school principals, and attendees were asked for comments. Most of the comments from attendees and the school principals complimented Thompson, administrators, and board members for the enhanced security measures put in place in the interim. Mr. Smith requested a cost estimate for the proposed security upgrades, and Dr. Polkabla replied that sacrifices will have to be made somewhere in the budget to protect the children. Smith agreed but reiterated that the board would need to know the cost so provisions could be made. Mr. Mauro commented, “All schools in the nation are going through the same planning, and we might want to delay any major decisions anticipating new state or federal mandates that might affect school security upgrades – we should use all available input.” Mrs. Ott suggested that we wait until a Chief of Security is hired so that his/her input would be available.
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SCHOOL NEWS PTHS Students Display Work in 8th Annual Photography Exhibit
In conjunction with the Connecticut PTSA, MCRS middle school students created unique snowflakes to send to Sandy Hook Elementary School students for decorating their school like a winter wonderland to cheer them as they returned to classes.
Fourth-grade students enjoyed a fossil presentation.
Peters Township High School Photography Club officers Julie Griffith, Jenn Coffee, Katie Steigel, and Sarah Yoest prepare for “The Gallery” exhibit. Missing from the photo are Emily Cocco and Alexa Kennedy.
For the 8th consecutive year, the Peters Township High School Photography classes will exhibit their work in the main lobby of the Peters Township Public Library from February 21 through March 6 during library hours. “The Gallery” is a display of hundreds of student photographs from the classes and club at the high school. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, February 21 from 6:30-8 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Over 100 students in six photography classes and the Photography Club will participate. Each student will present several matted 5’X7’ pieces as well as a 15page portfolio. The Digital IV Photography students will display photographs on canvas as their “pinnacle” work after four years in media classes. For more information about “The Gallery,” contact club sponsor Erin Boni at bonie@pt-sd.org.
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Local Wrestlers Do Well In TRICADA Wrestling Tourney Peters Township Takes First Place By Paul Chasko
This year Ringgold High School hosted the Tri-County Athletic Directors Association Wrestling Tournament, and a total of 19 teams from Washington, Fayette, and Greene counties participated in the event. The tournament began Friday, January 11 and ran through most of Saturday, January 12, finishing up late afternoon. There were a total of 362 matches between 191 wrestlers ranging over the 14 set scholastic weight divisions. Four matches were ongoing at any given time, and the computerized system for scheduling and scoring the matches worked flawlessly. The brackets were provided to officials, coaches, and attendees beforehand, and scores for the matches were available in real time. Amenities for attendees including adequate parking, rest areas, and an open cafeteria were appreciated and security officers were on hand throughout the two-day event. Officiating was excellent with very few scoring complaints. Medical technicians were present to handle injuries. Ringgold proved to be up to the complex task of running the event, thanks to a dedicated admin-
170#, David Kincaid, Chartiers-Houston 182#, Dustin Conti, Jefferson-Morgan 195#, Garrett Vulcano, Chartiers-Houston 220#, Jake Temple, Avella 285#, Evan Seaman, Trinity Ringgold’s Coach Bob Bove has a cadre of talented young wrestlers, including junior Devin Fallenstein (160#), freshman Doug Gudenburr (106#), sophomore Jake
Gerard (126#), and junior Brandon Heinzelman (145#). Another surprise at the heavyweight end is sophomore Taylor Bass, now wrestling at 285 lbs. After an initial loss in this tournament to McGuffey’s Austin Johnson, Bass won his next five matches to take third place in his weight class, winning two by falls. Ringgold Athletic Director Ron McMichael commented, “Ringgold doesn’t now have just a wrestling team but a viable wrestling program.” Six members of the Ringgold squad medaled in this tournament, and the team has secured a spot in the playoff matches.
istration and staff. The Peters Township Wrestling Team won the first place tournament trophy with a team score Taylor Bass (Ringgold) at left and Mason Shumaker of 162.5 points. (Bentworth) discuss the tournaWaynesburg came in ment while cooling down after second place with their match. Bass won by a deci157.5 points, followed sion 2-1 in overtime. by Canon-McMillan with 147.5 points. Chartiers-Houston came in at 146.5 points, and Jefferson-Morgan was fifth Go to our website at www.unionfinley.com for all with 134.5 team points. Following the individual place-winners who took medals. top five were McGuffey at 134 and Ringgold at 124.5. The individual champions are listed below by weight class: 106#, Brendan Price, CanonMcMillan 113#, A. C. Headlee, Waynesburg The Union Finley Area Athletic Association will hold 2013 Baseball and 120#, Dalton Macri, CanonSoftball Spring Registrations at the Finleyville Firehall on Wednesday, January McMillan 30 from 6-8 p.m.; Sunday, February 3 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; and Tuesday, 126#, Ty Buckiso, Peters Twp. February 5 from 6-8 p.m. Age groups are determined by the player's age as of 132#, Italo Merante, Peters Twp. January 1, 2013 for softball and April 30, 2013 for baseball. Call UFAAA 138#, Nick Gavazzi, Charleroi President Billy Brooks at 740-815-7449 with questions. 145#, Shane Piper, Waynesburg 152#, Bo Hampson, Waynesburg 160#, Sammy Minor, CanonMcMillan
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Registration for the Peters Township Soccer Association’s Spring 2013 Session is now underway and will be held through March 16. If your child was registered and played on a team in the Fall of 2012, you do not need to register again for the Spring session. To register online, go to www.ptsoccer.org and click on the registration link to download a form. Print, complete, and mail it with the fee to the address on the card. A birth certificate copy is required at registration for first-time players. Fees are $45 for players born between August 1, 2006 and July 31, 2008 and $55 for all older players. An additional $59 for spring-only travel players will be collected by the Travel Commissioner (see travel page for more information). In-house family maximum payments are $225. After March 16, a $10 late fee will be charged and registrations will be processed based on space availability. Special requests may not be able to be met. For next season, look for the Fall 2013 / Spring 2014 registration in April 2013. For more information, contact Maureen Nee, Registrar, Peters Township Soccer Association, at mtnrfn@comcast.net.
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Recent Local Death Notices ALLRIDGE, Jessie M., 83, of Bethel Park died December 14. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. BONOMI, Ann L., 90, of Baldwin Borough died January 8. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. BURGER, Sheran L., 85, of Pleasant Hills died December 30. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. CARRIERI, Eugene, 69, of Whitehall died December 20. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
19. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. EARNEST, Catherine E., 91, of Baldwin Borough died January 5. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. FORSBERG, Forrest, 90, of McMurray died December 18. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. FRAED, Jacqueline, of Baldwin Borough died December 29. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
COVELLI, Joseph, 81, of Jefferson Hills died December 19. Arrangements under the direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.
FREYER, Stacy B., 38, of Baldwin Borough d’ied January 9. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
CZERNY, William P., 82, of Finleyville died January 7. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
FULLER, Norman “Ben,” 66, of Elrama died December 14. Arrangements under the direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.
DADIG, Alice, 86, of Baldwin Borough, formerly of Carrick, died December 29. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
GARRY, Ruthann, 86, of Finleyville died January 3. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.
DAUK, Sylvester G. “Jesse” Jr., 80, of Whitehall died January 3. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. DAVIS, Evelyn J., 91, of Baldwin Borough died January 7. Arrangements under the direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. DEGASPERI, Joyce, 79, of Baldwin, formerly of Brentwood, died January 4. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. DEI CAS, Veronia “Bonnie,” 85, of Carroll Township died December 19. Arrangements under the direction of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. DUFFY, William J., Sr., 91, of Baldwin Borough died December
HARSHMAN, Martha LaVerne “Chickie” (Miller), 64, of South Hills died December 28. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. HAVEL, Ethel “Gram,” 84, of Large (Jefferson Hills) died January 11. Arrangements under the direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. HRUBY, David M., 83, of Finleyville died December 20. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. JOHNSTON, David L., 56, of Elizabeth Township died January 7. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. KARPUSZKA, Paul, 70, of Brentwood, formerly of Lawrenceville, died January 16. Arrangements under the direction
of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. KASTEN, William J., 75, of Finleyville died December 31. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. KEELEY, Helen F., 79, of Whitehall died January 13. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. KUZO, Lois, 91, of Elizabeth died January 16. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. LANKES, Kathryn (LoPresti), 96, of Jefferson Hills died January 13. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. LAUR, Shirley, 80, of Finleyville died December 11. Arrangements under the direction of Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. MARTINELLI, Gladys J., 83, of New Eagle died December 25. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. MASLO, Richard L., 78, of Monongahela died January 10. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. MCCARROLL, Kenneth P., 84, of Pleasant Hills died December 31. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MCCAY, Jean (Risher), 85, of Pleasant Hills died January 3. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MCCLAREN, William G., 70, of Finleyville died January 7. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. MELIS, Jim, 61, of Jefferson Hills died December 17. Arrangements under the direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. MESSINEO, Lucien J., 74, of South Park died December 16.
Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MONICH, Elizabeth, 90, of Finleyville died December 23. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. MOZES, Richard, 66, of Pleasant Hills died December 24. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MUECK, Eugene J., 67, of Pleasant Hills died December 11. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MUGRAGE, David, 64, of Fallowfield Township died December 25. Arrangements under the direction of Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. OCEPEK, Carole J., 71, of DuBois, formerly of South Park, died December 30. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. PARKER, Stacey L., 44, of Bethel Park died December 29. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. PENNLINE, Elizabeth B., 92, of Carroll Township died January 8. Arrangements under the direction of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. PFARR, Darla W., 64, of Pleasant Hills died December 19. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. PFEIFER, Timothy L., 65, of Bethel Park died January 9. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. PLANTS, Joan, 80, of West Elizabeth died December 29. Arrangements under the direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. POWERS, Beatrice J., 86, of Pleasant Hills died on January 8. Arrangements under the direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township.
RENDA, Martha M., 86, of South Park died December 15. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. ROMANGO, Lucy, of Baldwin Borough, formerly of Bon Air, died December 18. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. SCHWARTZ, James E., 73, of Sandy Lake, PA, formerly of Baldwin, died on January 8. Arrangements under the direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. SEMKO, Mike, 96, of Finleyville, formerly of South Park, died January 15. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. SPINNENWEBER, Wallace G., 85, of Eighty Four died December 23. Arrangements under the direction of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. STEPHENSON, Jean A., 90, of Baldwin Borough died January 5. Arrangements under the direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. TAPOLCI, Joanna M., 97, of Library died January 1. Arrangements under the direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in South Park Township. TRELLO, Anthony J., 90, of South Park died January 6. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. VALVO, Jack A., formerly of Clairton, died on January 16. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. WEIGHTMAN, Melvin, 90, of Jefferson Hills died January 12. Arrangements under the direction of Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. WILLIAMS, Thomas A., 83, of Bethel Park died December 26. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
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Learn How to Eat Healthy with Monongahela Valley Hospital Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology is sponsoring Healthy Eating Supermarket Tours at Healthy Directions Exclusively at Giant Eagle in Finleyville. Learn how to choose foods at your local supermarket to manage a healthier lifestyle. In 2013, four tours will be conducted at the Giant Eagle in Finleyville by Karen Pritts, program director for Tim Hohman, MSN, CRNP, NP-C, health care professionals from MVH’s Center for the Center for Diabetes and assists a caller at Healthy Directions Diabetes and Endocrinology and the hospital’s Endocrinology, uses her expertise Exclusively at Giant Eagle in Finleyville, Clinical Nutrition Department. The programs are while conducting the where the Supermarket Tours will be held. Supermarket Tours. free, but space is limited. Advance registration is required by calling 724-258-1483. THE SCHEDULE OF TOURS AND Screening TOPIC ARE AS FOLLOWS: • April 11, 3-5 p.m. - High Blood Pressure: • February 6, 1-3 p.m. - Heart Healthy Eating Your Salt and Sodium Intake • March 26, 1-4 p.m. - Diabetes Alert Day: Diabetes Risk • May 7, 1-3 p.m. - Picnic Foods
Family Hospice Ongoing Support Groups All Family Hospice Support Groups are free to the public. No registration is required. For more information on these South Hills support groups, contact the Family Hospice Bereavement Department at 412-572-8829. The Center for Compassionate Care, 50 Moffett St., Mt. Lebanon, third Monday of every month from 7 - 8:30 p.m. Southminster House, 801 Washington Rd., Mt. Lebanon, second Tuesday of every month from 1-2:30 p.m. Baldwin Community United Methodist Church, 5001 Baptist Rd., Whitehall, first Thursday of every month from 7-8:30 p.m.
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MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL FEBRUARY EVENTS Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring a variety of informative programs during February. Many of the events will be held in the hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) unless otherwise noted. REMINDER FOR MAMM & GLAMM EVENT - Friday, February 1 – Thursday, February 28 – Saturday, March 2, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., HealthPLEX Imaging is making the process of getting a mammogram a little more comfortable at the MonVale HealthPLEX at WillowPointe Plaza in Belle Vernon. The event offers women who have scripts for mammograms the opportunity to have their screenings in a relaxing atmosphere and then enjoy free pampering. To register, call 724-379-1911. MVH AND RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE Friday, February 1 - 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., ECC. To register, call 724-494-4090 or register online at redcrosslife.org. BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Monday, February 4 from 2 - 4 p.m., Hospital 7-East Family Room. The group meets the first Monday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1704. BABY CARE CLASS - Monday, February 4 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229), ext. 25. MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - Tuesday, February 5 – Thursday, February 7 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., ECC. To register, call 724-258-1483. BONE DENSITY SCREENING Wednesday, February 6 from 1 - 3 p.m., Healthy Directions, Finleyville Giant Eagle. For more information, call 724-348-6699. HEALTHY EATING SUPERMARKET TOURS - Wednesday, February 6 from 1 - 3 p.m., Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Tours begin at Healthy Directions walk-in health care facility in the Finleyville Giant Eagle. To register, call 724-348-6699 or 724-258-1148. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP - Thursday, February 7 from 1 – 2:30 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-258-1455. AUXILIARY FUDGIE WUDGIE SALE Friday, February 8 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Hospital Lobby. Sponsored by the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. For more information, call 724-258-1167. CHOLESTEROL SCREENING - Monday, February 11 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Get your complete cholesterol screening for $10 and add a blood sugar screening for just $2. For more information, call 724348-6699. RSDS SUPPORT GROUP - Tuesday,
February 12 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-929-9492. PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Wednesday, February 13 at 6 p.m., ECC. For more information, call 724-292-9404. ADVANCED CARBOHYDRATE COUNTING - Wednesday, February 13 from 6 - 8 p.m., ECC. To register, call 724-258-1483. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - Monday, February 18 at 2 p.m., Hospital 7-East Family Room. For additional information, call 724-258-1704. INNOVATIONS IN SPORTS MEDICINE Monday, February 18 at 6 p.m., ECC. Jose Ramirez-Del Toro, M.D., will present a free program to discuss therapies and treatments of sports medicine. Dr. Ramirez-Del Toro will repeat the talk at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX on Thursday, March 25 at 6 p.m. To register, call 724-258-1333. MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - Tuesday, February 19 – Thursday, February 21 from 6 – 9 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. To register, call 724-258-1483 BREASTFEEDING CLASS - Monday, February 25 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., MonVale HealthPLEX. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229) ext. 25. UNDERSTANDING YOUR MEAL PLAN Tuesday, February 26 from 6 – 8 p.m., MonVale HealthPLEX. Learn more about how your eating habits affect your blood glucose control. To register, call 724-258-1483. INNOVATIONS IN ANKLE ARTHRITIS AND SURGERY - Wednesday, February 27 at 6 p.m. at ECC. William T. DeCarbo, D.P.M., will present a free program to discuss common causes and treatments of ankle arthritis. Dr. DeCarbo will repeat his talk at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX on Monday, March 11 at 6 p.m. To register, call 724-258-1333. UNDERSTANDING YOUR BLOOD SUGAR READINGS - Wednesday, February 27 from 6–8 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. To register, call 724-258-1483. GO RED WASHINGTON COUNTY Thursday, February 28 from 4 – 8 p.m. at ECC. Discover the causes and treatments for heart disease. MVH will have multiple screenings throughout the evening and an educational panel discussion. Also highlighted is a healthy-food cooking demonstration. To register, call 724-258-1333. INFANT AND CHILD CPR CLASS Thursday, February 28 at 6 p.m., ECC. $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536. UNDERSTANDING YOUR DIABETES MEDICATIONS - Thursday, February 28 from 6 – 8 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. To register, call 724-258-1483.
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Monongahela Valley Hospital Introduces New Concept in Joint Replacement Surgery Monongahela Valley Hospital (MVH) is changing the way patients and their families think about and experience joint replacement surgery with the introduction of The Orthopedic Institute at Monongahela Valley Hospital. The Orthopedic Institute is a comprehensive program that is based on a proven national model for hip and knee replacements. The program is structured around the fundamental principle of wellness. “This is not your typical hospital program or hospital stay,” said Thomas F. Brockmeyer, M.D. Ph.D., medical director of the Institute. Dr. Brockmeyer is one of three orthopedic surgeons who, along with the administrative and clinical team at MVH developed this innovative program to improve outcomes and provide a superior experience for individuals having hip or knee replacement surgery. Scott L. Baron, M.D., who is has an outstanding reputation for total hip and knee replacements, and Ari E. Pressman, M.D., whose areas of expertise include total hip and knee replacements as well as revision joint replacements, and Richard Mitchell, M.D., whose area of expertise is in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries to the shoulder, elbow, knee, and ankle, partner with Dr. Brockmeyer at the Orthopedic Institute. “First and foremost, we do not see our patients as being sick,” Dr. Brockmeyer explained. “Instead, we see our patients as healthy individuals who are coming to the hospital because they have hip or knee pain, and want to live a better quality of life by having joint replacement surgery.”
Are You Ready to Quit Smoking in 2013? Would you like to be tobacco free in 2013? The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that nearly 70% of smokers say they want to completely stop smoking, but only 6% of smokers successfully quit within the past year. Those who do quit greatly reduce their risk for disease and premature death. The experts from Monongahela Valley Hospital’s new Primary Care Resource Center (PCRC), in cooperaDrs. Kamlesh B. Gosai, Seema Ekbote and Anant J. Gandhi will host the upcoming smoking tion with the practice of K. Gosai, M.D. cessation classes at the Holiday Inn Express in and A.J. Gandhi, M.D., will offer a Bentleyville on Tuesdays in February. series of four smoking cessation classes Tuesday, February 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 6 - 8 p.m. The classes will be held at the Holiday Inn Express, Bentleyville, PA. The classes are offered at no charge to PCRC patients, MVH employees and anyone with a referral from a Monongahela Valley Hospital-affiliated primary care physician, such as Drs. Gosai and Gandhi. For all others, the fee is $20 for the complete program. Each of the four group sessions will be led by an expert who understands the complex physical and emotional aspects of quitting and can provide smokers with the tools to quit forever. Space is limited and registration is required by calling 724-483-6300.
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Monongahela Valley Hospital and Others “Go Red, Washington County” During National Heart Month, the three hospitals in Washington County believe heart health is such an important issue that they have teamed up for a new countywide education and awareness effort for women and men called “Go Red, Washington County.” Jennifer Antkowiak Janet McKee Canonsburg Hospital, Monongahela Valley Hospital (MVH) and Washington Canonsburg Hospital or Washington Health System will each host events at Health System, visit Go Red their respective facilities Thursday, Washington County on Facebook. At MVH’s Anthony M. Lombardi February 28 from 4 - 8 p.m. Offerings include speakers, screenings, educa- Education Conference Center, registional demonstrations, giveaways and tration and free screenings begin at 4 p.m., and KDKA TV’s Jennifer more. The hospitals are also encouraging Antkowiak and Pittsburgh cookbook men and women to don red clothing author Janet McKee will provide the this month to bring more attention to star power for the evening. At 4:15 p.m., guests can enjoy a free the issue. To learn about the events at
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healthy cooking demonstration with author and board-certified Holistic Health Counselor Janet McKee, HHC, AADP, whose lively cooking demonstrations draw crowds wherever she goes. In demand at corporate events for her whimsical teaching style and passion for her craft, Ms. McKee works with individuals as well as groups to teach how food and lifestyle choices affect one’s overall health and well- being. She will provide attendees with samples of her cooking afterwards. Also at 4:15 p.m., MVH’s Stress Management Specialist Amaera Felder will conduct a session on relaxation techniques for all-ages and fitness levels. At 5 p.m., Ms. Antkowiak will discuss heart health and conduct Zumba and walking demonstrations. For 18 years, she has been an award-winning television news anchor, reporter and talk show host; wrote two self-care
books and is a licensed Zumba fitness instructor and a Leslie Sansone Walk at Home Walk Leader. At 6 p.m., a panel discussion will convene on heart health issues and panelists include MVH Cardiologist Simon H. Chough, M.D.; Center for Fitness and Health Director Don Doyle; Cardiac Rehabilitation Supervisor Kenny Furlong, RN; and Senior Staff Physical Therapist and Director of the Dr. Dean Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease Randall Komacko, MPT. Screenings, information tables, raffles and sales of “Go Red Washington County” red gloves and headbands will continue until 8 p.m. The event and parking at MVH are free, but reservations are requested by calling 724-258-1333. Go Red Washington County will be held in conjunction with The American Heart Association’s “Go Red For Women” campaign that promotes heart health among women.
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Valley Seniors Club Plans Trip to Rivers Casino The Valley Seniors Club is planning a trip to the Rivers Casino on March 27, which includes the Rat Pack Show. To receive information and/or to make a reservation, call Marlene Owens at 724-258-3950. The trip is open to the public.
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Be in the Know About Medicare Part B By Martin Keegan Social Security District Manager in Pittsburgh, PA
You may already know that Medicare is a medical insurance program for people who are 65 or older and for people who are disabled at any age. Some people are covered only by one type of Medicare; others opt to pay extra for more coverage. Understanding Medicare can save you money. If you’re eligible for and want to be covered by Medicare Part B medical insurance, now is the time to sign up. The general enrollment period for Medicare Part B runs from January 1 through March 31. Before you make a decision about general enrollment, here is some useful information. There are four parts to Medicare: Parts A, B, C and D. Part A helps pay for inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing care, hospice care, and other services. Part B helps pay for doctors' fees, outpatient hospital visits, and other medical services and supplies not covered by Part A. Part C allows you to choose to receive all of your health care services through a managed health care organization. These plans, known as Medicare Advantage Plans, may help lower your costs of receiving medical services, or you may get extra benefits for an additional monthly fee. You must have both Parts A and B to enroll in Part C. And Part D is the Medicare Prescription Drug Program. There is a monthly premium for Medicare Part B. In 2013, the standard premium is $104.90. Some highincome individuals pay more than the standard premium. Your Part B premium also can be higher if you do not enroll during your initial enrollment period, or when you first become eligible. There are exceptions to this rule. You can delay your Medicare Part B
enrollment without having to pay higher premiums if you are covered under a group health plan based on your own current employment or the current employment of any family member. If this situation applies to you, you have a “special enrollment period” in which to sign up for Medicare Part B, without paying the premium surcharge for late enrollment. This rule allows you to: • Enroll in Medicare Part B at any time while you are covered under a group health plan based on your own current employment or the current employment of any family member; or • Enroll in Medicare Part B during the 8 month period that begins following the last month your group health coverage ends, or following the month employment ends, whichever comes first. If you receive disability benefits and have coverage from a working family member, the same rules apply. If you live in one of the 50 states or Washington D.C. and you’re already receiving Social Security retirement or disability benefits or railroad retirement payments, you will be enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B automatically. However, because you must pay a premium for Part B coverage, you have the option of turning it down. If you don’t enroll in Medicare Part B when you first become eligible to apply and you don’t fall under the special enrollment period, you'll have to wait until the general enrollment period, which is January 1 through March 31 of each year. At that time, you may have to pay a higher Medicare Part B premium. For more information about Medicare, visit the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) website at www.medicare.gov. Or read our publication on Medicare at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10043.html.
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Join Pittsburgh Whitehall Chapter AARP
SENIOR NEWS FROM THE VENETIA COMMUNITY CENTER
Join the Pittsburgh Whitehall Chapter AARP (everyone is welcome). The group has monthly meetings with entertainment, trips, a bowling league, bridge games, a "500" card club, a newsletter, Christmas party, and end-of-year banquet. Dues are $7 per year plus a membership with the National AARP Group (www.aarp.org or 888-OUR-AARP). For more information, call Christine Lakomy 412-881-1726 or crsy4329@verizon.net.
The following information is for the Venetia Community Center located at 800 Venetia Road, Venetia, sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging. The first February luncheon will be held on February 14. As usual, we always start our day with blood pressure screenings from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and then have our 50/50 drawing. Guests will enjoy a selection of romantic songs by tenor vocalist Don Roach, with Elizabeth Jefferies on the piano. February 28 we will host instrumentalist Jeff Ruch, playing the saxophone with Elizabeth Jefferies on the piano. Come and enjoy a very musical afternoon, forget any problems you may have, and relax. All you need to do is call 724-941-6956 for reservations. All seniors are welcome. Birthdays for February are Caroline Dagg, Ron Dagg, and Erma Grego. Anniversaries for February are Bob and Irene Gordon.
Join Seniors on Lancaster Bus Trip to Spring Ahead and Sail with "Noah" The Senior Citizens of Library Baptist Church are planning a bus trip to Lancaster, PA on May 22-23. Everyone will meet on Wednesday, May 22 at 7 a.m. at Library Baptist Church, Route 88, Finleyville. Departure time is 7:30 a.m. We will stop for breakfast enroute and check in to The Heritage Hotel, Lancaster, around 12:45 p.m. There will be a guided Amish tour of Lancaster and Wheatland and an Amish family home dinner. On Thursday, May 23, we will have breakfast at the hotel and then go to the Millennium Theatre for a behind-the-scenes tour and performance of “Noah.” We will enjoy dinner at Shady Maple Smorgasbord in East Earl, PA. Cost is $281; deposit of $25 is due ASAP, and balance is due by April 1. For more information or to make a reservation, contact Lois Vandermeer at 724-941-6327.
Forever Young – February Events Forever Young’s catered lunches will be held the first three weeks in February. February 12 is the grocery bingo, February 19 is a regular meeting, and February 26 is the monthly covered dish dinner, chaired by Judy Trypus. We have no birthdays in February, but remember your special someone on February 14 – Valentine’s Day. Mary’s parting thought: Life is not measured by the breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away.
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Home & Garden Boost Energy Efficiency At Your House (NAPS)—You may be able to avoid getting hot under the collar when you see your energy bills if you heed a few hints that offer a good way to focus your home improvement efforts where they count. • Upgrade Your Attic Insulation. Heat escaping through the attic may account for half your home’s heat loss. Make sure there’s at least 12” of insulation up there. Upgraded insulation can even help soundproof and weatherize your house for optimum living quality. • Install Storm Windows and Doors. This can cut heat loss at those sites in half. If you can, replace single-pane windows with double- or triple-pane windows. • Install an Automatic Setback or Programmable Thermostat that can
adjust the house’s temperature around your schedule. When you’re away or asleep, program it to a cooler temperature. When you’re around, raise it and you could save up to 10 percent of your heating and cooling costs. • Check Your Furnace. Change filters frequently. Also clean air registers, baseboard heaters and radiators as needed. Change forced-air heating system air filters monthly as well. • Take Advantage of Solar Energy. Simply opening the drapes on sunny winter days can let sunshine in to naturally warm your home. Similarly, closing them at night can reduce heat loss. • Use a Humidifier. If your furnace doesn’t have a built-in humidifier, get one for frequently used areas. The additional moisture can make it feel as
much as 8° warmer than the actual ?temperature. • Insulate the Concrete Slab That Supports Your House. It’s estimated that 10 percent or more of a home’s energy loss can come from an uninsulated foundation. By adding the EnergyEdge system from CertainTeed, you can cut back on bills and help save the environment. Featuring PVC rails with expanded polystyrene insulation, it can be applied by handy homeowners or professional contractors to the exposed slab edge or other ex?posed foundation of the house. The system provides an R-10 thermal resistance value and meets International Energy Conservation Code requirements. Plus, the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthor-
Foundation insulation is often overlooked but it can help save thousands of energy dollars over the lifetime of your house.
ization and Job Creation Act entitles you to an energy tax credit of up to $500 on this kind of energy-efficient building material. For further facts on foundation insulation products and sustainable efforts, visit www.certain teed.com or call (800) 233-8990.
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www.pbauctions.com FRIDAY INVENTORY: Carpet, Room Sz Area Rugs, Brand Name Garden Tools, Lawn & Garden Supplies, Power and Hand Tools, Electrical Supplies, Ceiling Fans, Lighting Store Liquidation Items (Light fixtures), Kitchen and Lav Sinks by Kohler, Eljer and Crane, Kohler Faucets, Jado Faucets, Porcher Faucets, Closet Maid Items, Various Hardware Items, Nails, Screws, Hose Clamps, Multiple Hardware Store Liquidation Items. CHECK WEBSITE FOR UPDATES! SATURDAY INVENTORY: KITCHEN & BATH: Kitchen cabinet sets by Silver Creek, granite counters, sinks, faucets, showers, vessel sinks, tubs, drop in & pedestal sinks, top brand toilets & sinks. FLOORING: Carpet rems in res, comm, berbers, plush, carpet padding, ceramic, 2 ¼” to 5” hardwoods in oak, maple, cherry, hickory, walnut, some w/15-25 yr. warranty and laminates. EXTERIOR DOORS: P/H entrys in oak, mahogany, maple, & cherry, fibergls & steel, 1/2 & full view, leaded glass, 9 lts, sliding & patio. INTERIOR DOORS: P/H, raised, 6 panel in oak & pine, flush, bifolds, french. WINDOWS: Vinyl, new const & replace. TRIM: Casing, baseboard, crown, chair rail, spindles, handrails, newels, & stair parts in oak, pine, & primed. NAME BRAND TOOLS: Frame, finish, brad, & floor nailers, air comps, drills & saw kits. SPECIAL INT: Lght fixtures, lock sets, lever door sets, entry locks, electrical.
KEEP YOUR PROJECTS GOING IN A TOUGH ECONOMY BY SETTING YOUR OWN PRICE AT AUCTION! TERMS: Drivers license to register. cash, check or c/c. 7% buyers premium. INVENTORY SUBJECT TO CHANGE. AUCTIONEERS: Tom Paranzino #AU003736R, Jim Kellner #AU003924R, Bruce Brooke #AU005191, Don Braham #AU002274L, Heath Davis #AU005683.
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UNION TOWNSHIP Mary Hensley Elrama United Methodist Church Estate of Linda Lewis Peter Leoni Harlan Hensley Maronda Homes Inc.
Luke Morgan William Stine and Joanna Hohman Mingo Boy Inc. Michael and Joanna Weidner William and Judith Hartill Thomas and Lisa Manion
5040 Norman Ave. 389 Stone Church Road 6027 Route 88 3480 Ivy Hill Lane 5038 Norman Ave. 6 Grosetto Drive
$144,900 $107,000 $45,000 $183,500 $160,000 $217,567
MONONGAHELA Richard Cuss Amy Norfleet Estate of Florence Falorio Holets & Lomago L.P.
Kevin and Lee Ann Harris Brian and Jennifer Cooper Kenneth Wilt and LaRetta Shultz et al. Mon Vale Multiphasics Inc.
801 Birch St. 805 W. Main St. 466 Wisconsin St. W. Main St.
$121,000 $90,000 $37,000 $347,500
NEW EAGLE Gregory Gilbert
Steve Levandosky Jr. & Linda Levandosky et al. 167 Chess St.
CARROLL TOWNSHIP John Palchak et al. Lorys Crisafulli Lena Menozzi Diana Urrea Deutsche Bak National Trust Co. trustee Estate of James Garry Richard Gearing Raymond Traversari et al. Pertorre & Co. Inc. Angel Gulick Raymond Vernile Jr.
Christopher Colditz John Trainer Jr. and Judith Donato Michael and Traci Necciai Country Club Road Enterprises LLC EH Pooled 1012 L.P. Kenneth and Amy Norfleet Ringold School District Jaime Wellington Crownrich Properties LLC US Bank NA trustee Joseph Bartek
105 Caroline Ave. 1610 Centre Ave. 1124 Lawton St. 1164 Country Club Road 6 Cracker Jack rd 106 Driftwood Drive 125 Gearing Road 100 Isabella St. Surrey Drive 43 W. Monessen St. 1297 Wickerham Drive
$107,000 $180,000 $147,000 $125,000 $13,000 $170,000 $150,000 $849,000 $10,000 $1,629 by sheriff's deed. $137,000
ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Laurel Highlands Foundation Inc. Estate of Elinor Matusovic Young Park William Maxwell Estate of Doris Opfer Susan Jones Bauman Ardith Caruthers Bates Angelo Teti Angelo Teti Emily Albeck Sean O'Shea Jeffrey Tiberio Richard Klingman Estate of Louis Novak Jay Lewis Maronda Homes Inc. Linvel Isom Meyers III Doris Carlson
Passavant Memorial Homes Foundation Federal National Mortgage Assn. Joseph Matyasovsky Jr. and Jennifer O'Leary Shawn Hughes Vernon Lee Opfer Christopher Boozer Robert Adams III Christopher and Kathleen Steimer Christopher and Kathleen Steimer Veronica Servov Matthew and Michelle Renee Racan Karen Betzner Thomas Sharkey Jr. Rebecca Shaw McHolme Michael Zona Matthew and Ashley Garfold Micky Stash Stephen Steiner
210 Belsar Lane 110 Jacktown Road Ext. 131 Larchfield Drive 1308 Penhurst St. 1289 Penn Oak St. 2252 Ridge Road 863 Scenery Drive Larchfield Drive 112 Larchfield Drive 108 Williamsburg Drive 117 Dorman Drive 521 Oberdick Drive 650 Weigles Hill Road Youghiogheny Drive 1975 Blythedale Road 322 Kennett Drive 2211 Ridge Road 6 Transit Drive
$402,363 $1,582 by sheriff's deed. $187,000 $114,000 $63,648 $73,000 $93,000 $10,000 $65,000 $132,000 $125,000 $95,500 $57,750 $16,000 $10,000 $194,676 $145,540 $93,700
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Buyer Venable Royalty Ltd. et al.
Address Price Washington Pike $10 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $707,562). 310 Weigles Hill Road $119,900
Robert Hartung
James Alan Hoover Jr.
FORWARD TOWNSHIP Carol DeRosa Ramona Gelotti et al.
Richard and Linda Clark Kimberly Curcio
Joanne Cain
Shane and Bobbe Jean Krznaric
ELIZABETH BOROUGH MX3 Investments
MX3 Enterprises L.P.
Joseph Giansante
Lisa Vitous
S. Second Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $69,732). 718 Fifth Ave. $36,900
WEST ELIZABETH Luana Sevick
Sean Burr
704 Grant St.
CLAIRTON John Bender Alice Keenist Ken Chotiner Jr. Ralph Imbrogno Frank Stevens Thomas Bowman Thomas Burnsworth The 138 Connecticut Ave. Land Trust Federal National Mortgage Assn. Estate of Chester Fragassi Leslie Harris Michael Ciccanti Barbara Check Thomas Berich Richard Pearson Andrew Barilla Richard Charles Thomas Deep Christopher Kail Dennis Rockot Christopher Kail Christopher Kail Austin Fellabaum Austin Fellabaum Jason Davis Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Andrew Barilla
DGO LLC David Assenti Federal National Mortgage Assn. James and Jennifer Ross Roselyn Hough Chandler Casey Clairton Municipal Authority The High Return Pittsburgh MultiFamily F Man Man Koo and David Kass Equity Trust Co. Cust FBO ZO63118 Roth IR Federal National Mortgage Assn. US Bank NA trustee N Verne Jobst and J Sharon Jobst Casey Lynne and Stephanie Marie Cathell Racine Assets LLC Aaron Archibald New York Development Trust #100374 Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Century Arms Townhomes LLC Century Arms Townhomes LLC Soltis Holdings LLC Robbie Lee Burda Racine Assets LLC Solrtis Holdings LLC Wells Fargo Bank NA Alliance PA Holdings LLC Aaron Archibald
535 Eighth St. 537 Constitution Circle 937 Gary Ave. 504 Halcomb Ave. 612 Independence Drive 308 N. Sixth St. 140 State St. 138 Connecticut Ave. 516 Farnsworth Ave. 384 Ohio Ave. 52 Wilson Court 1007 Worthington Ave. 633 Independence Drive 900 Jefferson Drive 3105 Miles Ave. 14 N. Fourth St. 374 New York Ave. 335 Pennsylvania Ave. 4002 Soltis Drive 5704 Soltis Drive 6101 Soltis Drive 6205 Soltis Drive 6406 Soltis Drive 6506 Soltis Drive 541 Thompson Ave. 616 Thompson Ave. 539-541 Wilson Ave.
$14,000 $10,000 $1,710 by sheriff's deed. $66,000 $29,900 $31,500 $260,000 $22,000 $10,500 $6,500 $1,710 by sheriff's deed. $1,812 by sheriff's deed. $27,500 $49,000 $10,000 $8,500 $10,000 $1,710 by sheriff's deed. $36,000 $26,500 $12,000 $12,000 $26,667 $13,333 $1,644 by sheriff's deed. $20,000 $8,250
SOUTH PARK Robert Boden R. Shawn Lenik Heartland Homes Inc. Heartland Homes Inc. Rocco Dabecco Dona Zarecky trustee Scioto Construction Co. Betty Snee Daniel Duffy et al. Kenneth Andreyo Michael Tucker Michael Kalamas Michael Linz Stephen Skrainy Marc Frable Wadwell Group Heartland Homes Inc. Richard Mirarchi Daniel Motor et al. Wadwell Group
Randolph Gatz Daniel Donovan Andrew and Jennifer Tomasits Darryl and Donna Welsh Jeffrey and Ruthanne Remark Susan Sams and Timothy Foley John and Ruth Donovan George Hummell Jr. and Karen Hummell Richard Unglaub Federal National Mortgage Assn. Veterans Administration Harold and Terry Price Wells Fargo Bank NA trustee Blaine Christian Jason Dees and Rachel Shomo Heartland Homes Inc. Alan and Autumn Jones Robert Tonetti Jr. Lori and Barbara Vowinckel Heartland Homes Inc.
1916 Kirkby Drive 1961 Kirkby Drive 1200 Snee Drive 1236 Snee Drive 1465 Bristol Drive 1620 Connor Road 1001 Hidden Ridge Court 200 Hidden Ridge Court Unit 101 3052 Ridge Road 946 Bideford Drive 3632 Falmouth Drive 1402 Greenbriar Court 6704 Hilldale Drive 1309 June Ann Ave. 1204 Megown Drive 1190 Snee Drive 1207 Snee Drive 1009 Darcy Drive 1430 Leona Ave. 1186 Snee Drive
$95,900 $79,000 $280,370 $305,259 $297,500 $200,000 $148,000 $128,000 $92,000 $1,689 by sheriff's deed. $1,796 by sheriff's deed. $168,000 $1,945 by sheriff's deed. $84,000 $125,900 $59,750 $330,800 $199,850 $139,000 $57,000
Golden Circle and Guffey Road and P $25,000 102 Bunola River Road $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $14,040). 4679 Williamsport Road $30,000
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PLEASANT HILLS Sharon Lopez Encore Property Management LLC Donna Verbaarschott Mary Joan Homa Lawn Vue LLC Jared MacKenzie Michael Grumbine Estate of Lois Gallagher Estate of Cynthia Lee McCall Thomas Guenther William Volchko Estate of Joyce Annonio Todd McIntyre James Rosing Ronald Fuccaro JEFFERSON HILLS Estate of Olga Bomba Zokaites Properties L.P. Zokaites Properties L.P. Housing & Urban Development Maronda Homes Inc. Estate of Eugene William Grimes NVR Inc. Paul Sakalik MB2K Development Inc. Estate of John Berchok Estate of Julia Manns Darren Thomas Mohammed Abdul Khan
Buyer Perry and Elizabeth Billman Erica Kasicky and Ryan Giegucz Timothy and Kaitlyn Whitbeck David Trunzo Bruceton Ltd. LLC Henry and Cathy Berendowski Karen Ranick Susan Martin Nathaniel VanBuren William Hecklick III and Lillian Lewis Nicholas and Kristen Sanutelli Lutz Real Estate Investments LLC Michael and Stephanie Joyce Southwest Communities FCU Elizabeth Peters Shawna Fetzko et al. and Johnathan Fetzko Patricia and William Lucas Madeline and Thomas Rendin Saracco Boris Nikolov Tafkov Dean and Melissa Collins Keith and Robert Gary Miller Melissa Rice Carmen and Torrance Norris Eric and Heather Clementoni Dale Zink Nicholas and Natalie Jones Craig and Jennifer Green Curtis James Martin Jr.
Address 614 Arbor Lane 500 Old Clairton Road 251 Temona Drive 422 Arbor Lane E. Bruceton Road 329 Grace St. 513 Parkiew Drive 142 Slater Drive 58 W. Bruceton Road 116 Crestview Drive McClellan Drive 201 Nantucket Drive 369 Old Clairton Road 550 Old Clairton Road 155 Senate Drive
Price $27,500 $130,000 $150,000 $86,000 $95,000 $129,000 $150,000 $120,000 $99,400 $131,900 $210,120 $55,000 $155,000 $1,831 by sheriff's deed. $110,000
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102 Baker Drive 5012 Dana Drive Unit 110H 4317 Harlin Drive Unit 308A 3021 Ohio Ave. 136 Retriever Lane 2604 Ridge Road 7001 Taft Court 306 Chelsea Drive 4006 Eisenhower Court 1421 Gilmore Drive 1621 State Route 885 3348 Woodwind Drive 3212 Check Drive
$133,000 $230,670 $253,120 $35,000 $283,714 $68,000 $329,210 $280,000 $74,900 $91,000 $119,900 $255,000 $550,000
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Joyce Anderson Estate of Anna May Keil Exzelia Alfred Maronda Homes Inc. Maronda Homes Inc. Dillner Storage Co. Lisa Reichman et al.
Tina and Joe Volpe James Nagy HSBC Bank USA NA trustee Scott and Alisha Grogan George Tomko and Nicole Blefere Eastman Chemical Resins Inc. Taki Enterprises LLC
Martin Dowling Greg Costa Elizabeth Bruno trustee
Dennis Dowling et al. and Michele Fitterer Renee Cary Ian Olson
NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIP Housing & Urban Development Thomas Robinson
Bonnie Carter and Barry Schaum Thomas A Robinson Family L.P.
Thomas Robinson
Thomas A Robinson Family L.P.
PETERS TOWNSHIP Heartland Homes Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC William Carlin Dennis Hunt Linda Taylor Heartland Homes Jeremy Bowlby Richard Caporal Jr. Michael Perez John Kouche Jr.
Dayven and Chelsea Johnston Robert and Jennifer Veverka Katherine Katz Anna Bedner Leech & Henry Construction Inc. John Thomas Jr. and Brenda Thomas Lee and Kristin Tornabene Michael and Brooke Supernovich Bryan and Meredith McCall Michael Florian
Estate of Maria Peters Andrew Taylor Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Heartland Homes Inc. Jerry Banta Robert Courie Brian Garlick NVR Inc. First National Bank Pennsylvania Peters Township Land Co. LLC Estate of Therese Linder Sara Hauck Allen Hamilton Gregory Magreni Carmine Mastrandrea Bayard Crossing Corp. Mark Swasey Dorothy Schultz Eddy Land Co. Estate of Herman Mikee Wadwell Group Joan Nielson
Matthew and Anna Petrovich William and Meghann Wolfe 84 Financial L.P. Jarrod and Elyse Hause Joel and Beth Theis Christopher Klovan Robert and Julie Winovich Corrine and Nicholas George Fiori Holdings LLC Stambrosky Homes Inc. Township Properties LLC Mark and Kimberly Lira Michael and Cassandra Segura Jose SifontesSotomayer trustee Tri River Assoc. LLC Jason Richmond Jeffrey and Lisa Dennen James and Terry Graham Tad and April Paterra Harrison and Darcy Johnston NVR Inc. Nielson Family Partn.
NVR Inc. NVR Inc. NVR Inc. NVR Inc. Thomas Robinson
Diana Whaley and Jerome Kellett Clayton Hollingsworth and Sherry Bradn Tiffany Casciato and Anthony Casciato et al. Michael and Danielle Pavlik Thomas A Robinson Family L.P.
Max Mattern Thomas Robinson
George Lesiak and Kourtney Watkiss Thomas A Robinson Family L.P.
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1503 N. Randolph Drive $148,000 3010 Old Clairton Road $39,000 3012 Shady Timber Lane $1,973 by sheriff's deed. 368 Christine Lane $265,221 384 Christine Lane $320,000 7001 Jones St. $1,950,000 Oneida Drive $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $58,500). Peters Creek Road $6,500 2352 Ridge Road $122,700 104 Rio Mar Drive $200,000 23 Yohe St. $47,000 Barr Road $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $33,123). Barr Road $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $72,080). 811 Ashwood Drive $525,388 326 Buckingham Drive $780,000 139 Elm Grove Drive $440,000 110 Evergreen Drive $343,750 320 Hedgerow Drive $100,000 430 Longleaf Drive $482,194 112 Oakwood Drive $255,000 631 Sagewood Drive $575,000 631 Scenic Ridge Drive $295,000 261 Sienna Trail $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $6,100). 144 Thompsonville Road $240,000 310 Abbey Road $590,000 Buckingham Drive $610,000 435 Longleaf Drive $432,272 117 Maid Marion Lane $430,000 224 Molly Drive $330,000 111 Scenery Circle $295,000 662 Scenic Ridge Drive $487,270 3801 Washington Road $1,150,000 202 Wellington Circle $159,000 111 Brookwood Road $105,000 131 Canterbury Lane $262,000 214 Canterwood Drive $755,000 107 Cedarbrook Court $445,000 807 E. McMurray Road $655,000 101 Old Woods Drive $125,000 637 Scenic Ridge Drive $340,000 145 Thompsonville Road $225,000 702 Crosswinds Drive $447,229 118 E. Edgewood Drive $189,000 179 Iron Run Road $89,383 112 McDowell Lane $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $391,244). 110 McIntosh Drive $407,349 350 Rocky Ridge Road $420,650 660 Scenic Ridge Drive $384,462 668 Scenic Ridge Drive $358,440 107 Valleybrook Road $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $322,483). 234 Walnut Drive $375,000 3048 Washington Road Valleybrook Ro $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $320,688).
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Preparation For Icy Weather: More Critical Than Ever (NAPS)—We’ve already seen some of the effects of severe winter weather this year and with more expected to come, taking action now may minimize the harsh effects on your family, possessions and property. “Recent studies indicate total losses during the last 50 years have totaled over $35.2 billion due to winter storms,” says Karen McCague, claims operations manager, Liberty Mutual Insurance. “Ensuring adequate preparation for blizzards, high winds, ice, hail, sleet and heavy snow conditions will minimize your chances of experiencing significant losses due to inclement winter weather this year.” McCague recommends following what she calls “The Three Ps of Preparation.”
People When a storm strikes, you and your family may need to remain indoors for several days. Prepare a safety kit and educate your family to ensure everyone understands what steps to follow during severe weather. Also, ensure driveways and walkways are clear of ice to prevent slippery conditions, which could result in injury.
Property There are several steps you can take to prepare your property as well. Insulating pipes prevents freezing and bursting. Cleaning gutters regularly prevents formation of ice dams, which can result in water damage. It is also important to check the structural in?tegrity of your home’s roof and ensure that carbon monoxide and smoke detectors function properly.
Possessions Finally, remember to prepare your vehicle by keeping your gas tank and antifreeze reservoir full. It is also important to ensure there are plenty of blankets, extra clothes, and fuel to operate a generator or portable heating device. For more information about preparing for rough weather, visit www.libertymutual.com/winter.
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Area Church News... Area Church News... Area Church News..Area Church News February Happenings at Windover Hills UMC
Upcoming Events at First United Methodist Church of Monongahela
Windover Hills United Methodist Church, 6751 Ridge Road, South Park, will hold the following events in February. For more information, visit www.windoverhills.com or call 412653-6899. Soup-er Bowl Gathering is Sunday, February 3 after the 11 a.m. service in Fellowship Hall. Ash Wednesday Service will be held February 13 at 7 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in South Park. Lenten Studies starts Wednesday, February 20 at either 10 a.m. or 7 p.m. Windy Kids (for pre-K kids through third graders) meets Wednesdays, February 6 and 20, at 6:45 p.m. Youth Events (7th-12th grade) are a Super Bowl party on February 3 at 6:30 p.m. and a Game Night on February 7 at 6 p.m. Men’s Breakfast will be held February 11 at 8:30 a.m. Women's Forum meets February 12 at 7 p.m. Seniors Group meets February 15 at 11:30 a.m. Praise Team practice is held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir practice is held Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. AA meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. Christian Counseling Service is available by appointment by calling 724396-1510. MOPs meets February 12 and 26 (second and fourth Tuesdays) at 9 a.m.
First United Methodist Church of Monongahela is located at 430 West Main St. For more information on any of these events, call 724-258-7054. Exercise class is held Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Grades K-12, meet Wednesdays from 5-7 p.m. with dinner at 5 p.m. A Fellowship Luncheon will be held February 9 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Bring your family or a friend to enjoy a complimentary lunch. Lenten Luncheon starts on Ash Wednesday, February 13, and continues every Wednesday during Lent at 11:45 a.m. Each week a different church will serve as host. The Lenten Luncheon is sponsored by the Monongahela Area Ministerial Association. Ash Wednesday Service will be held February 13 at 7 p.m.
River Hills Church of Christ Hosts Flea Market River Hill Church of Christ, 2105 River Hill Road, Monongahela, will hold a flea market / soup and bake sale on Saturday, February 16 from 8 a.m.3 p.m. For more information, contact Elva Boissin at 412-384-6818 or Nancy Tencer at 724-330-5399.
Upcoming Events at Peters Creek Baptist Church Peters Creek Baptist Church is located at 6300 Library Road in South Park. For more information, please call the church office at 412-833-6111 or visit www.peterscreekbaptist.com. Women's Daytime Bible Study meets Tuesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. in Room 203 to explore the book James: Mercy Triumphs by Beth Moore. The study will include video sessions and small group discussions. Childcare is available; all children must be pre-registered. The Women's Evening Bible Study meets every Tuesday from 7-8:30 p.m. in Room 204 to explore the book Beloved Disciple by Beth Moore. The study guide will be available for purchase at the meeting. Childcare is not available at evening meetings. Men's Bible Study meets every Tuesday from 7:30- 8:30 p.m. in Room 100. This month’s topic is “Battling Unbelief.”
Wednesday Night Groups will start on January 16 with dinner from 5:306:30 p.m., and the groups will meet from 6:30 - 7:30 pm. Classes are offered for infants up to kindergarteners, elementary-age children (grades 1-5), middle school students (grades 6-8), high schoolers (grades 9-12), and adults.
Ash Wednesday Services at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Ash Wednesday Services at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, McMurray will be held on February 13 at 12:15 and 7:30 p.m. Begin your Lenten season with the imposition of ashes and holy communion. For more information, call 724-941-7467.
Family Worship Center of Pittsburgh Sponsors Fire and Ice Family Night
leave a return call phone number. Saturday Evening Havdalah Service will be held February 16 at 6:30 p.m. The congregation will be celebrating Rabbi Amy Greenbaum 's 10 years of service to our synagogue. We will have a festive havdalah service led by Rabbi Amy followed by a social hour honoring her. Refreshments will feature an assortment of delicious appetizers and beverages. Adult Education Lecture Series will be Sunday, February 17, 7: 30 pm. Jon Delano, political reporter for KDKA-TV, will discuss the election and its implications. The lecture, sponsored by Janet and Irving Selsley, is free to the public. Please join us for a great evening. Sisterhood will sponsor a review of the book Shanghai Moon by S.J. Rozen, on Sunday, February 10 at 2 p.m. This event will be held at a member’s home.
Nativity Church Ash Wednesday Fish Dinner
The Family Worship Center of Pittsburgh sponsors a Fire and Ice Family Night the second Saturday of every month from 7-10 p.m. at Iceoplex in Southpointe. Cost is $10 per person, $35 for a party of 4, $42 for party of 5, and $45 for party of 6. All prices include skate rental, skating, inflatables, face painting, clown, coffee house, and snacks. Coffee house only is $2. Ice skating runs from 8:30-10 p.m.; all other activities are 7-10 p.m. Visit www.fwcpgh.org for more information.
Nativity Church of South Park is sponsoring an Ash Wednesday Fish Dinner on February 13, 2013. You can eat in or take out between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dinners are $9 for adults and $3.50 for children. Dinners include fried or baked fish, a choice of two sides, and coffee or tea. Soft drinks and desserts are available at an extra cost. There will be a 50/50 drawing, raffle, and bake sale. For takeout orders, call 412-653-1502.
Upcoming Events at Beth Israel Center Synagogue
Thomas Presbyterian Church Hosts Spaghetti Dinner
Beth Israel Center Synagogue, located at 118 Gill Hall Road at the Pleasant Hills / Jefferson Hills border, is an active conservative congregation. Rabbi Amy Greenbaum is the spiritual leader and Arthur Weinblum is the president. Anyone interested in becoming a new member or attending the following events should call 412-655-2144. Please
Thomas Presbyterian Church, 1068 Linden Road, Eighty Four, will hold a spaghetti dinner Sunday, February 10 from 12:30-4 p.m. Adult meals are $6; children ages 12 and under, $4. Takeout available. For more information, call 724-941-8910 or visit www.thomaspres.org.
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St. Peter’s Episcopal Church February Events and Happenings
February Events at Crossroads Ministries Library Baptist Church
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church is located at 4048 Brownsville Road. For information about any of these events, please call the church at 412-884-5225 or visit www.stpetersbrentwood.org. Ash Wednesday Services will be held February 13 at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Lenten Potluck Series will begin on Wednesday, February 20 and continue Wednesdays during Lent. Join us for a potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m., followed by fellowship at 7 p.m. Walking of the Stations of the Cross will begin Thursday, February 14 at 7 p.m. and continue Thursdays during Lent. Winter Soup Sale will be held Sunday, February 17 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Soups include corn chowder, wedding, chili, and chicken noodle for $6 per quart. Preorder starting February 1 by calling 412-884-5225. Babysitting is offered February 15 from 6-10:30 p.m. Ages 2-14 are welcome. The Youth Group meets February 6 and 20 (every other Wednesday evening) at 6 p.m. Come join us for fun, fellowship, and food. Hearts Tournament is set for February 16. Games begin at 6 p.m. Zumba Classes are held Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Georgann Siesky will teach the one-hour class; cost is $6 per person. Morning Coffee, a bereavement resource group sponsored by John Slater Funeral Home, meets on February 14 (second Thursday of each month) at 10 a.m. at the church. If you have questions about Morning Coffee or would like to receive information on bereavement resources available in the community, email communityservice@johnfslater.com or call the church. The Evening Bereavement Group will meet February 19 (third Tuesday of each month) starting at 6 p.m. If you would like more information regarding this group, please call the church. Overeaters Anonymous meets most every Sunday evening at 7 p.m. A.A. meets every Thursday evening at 7 p.m. N.A. meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12-2 p.m.
Crossroads Ministries Library Baptist Church is located one mile south of Trax Farms. For more information, call 724348-1620. A GriefShare program will begin on Tuesday evening, February 12, 6:30-8 p.m. GriefShare is a special 13-week seminar/support group for people grieving the death of someone close. GriefShare groups meet weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. At GriefShare, you’ll learn valuable information that will help you through this difficult time in your life. Each session is “self-contained” and helpful even if you cannot attend all the sessions. For more information, please call Pastor Al Finney at 724348-1620, ext. 110. A DivorceCare program will begin on Tuesday evening, February 12 from 6:30-8 p.m. DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. The videobased 13-week series of sessions functions as a divorce recovery support group for both women and men. DivorceCare is led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. The sessions address many crucial topics including dealing with depression, anger, loneliness, and financial challenges faced by persons who are recently divorced, separated, going through the divorce process, or living under circumstances where separation or divorce are real possibilities. In addition, you’ll gain access to valuable DivorceCare resources to help you deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone. For more information, please call Dave or Patty Shepley at 724-7820285. The nine-week Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University will start on Sunday morning, February 17 from 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. The program consists of nine life-changing lessons taught on video by Dave in a fun and entertaining way. "I like to put the cookies on the shelf where everyone can reach them," says Ramsey. The
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program teaches families and individuals how to handle their money through common-sense principles and small group accountability. Among topics covered are saving for emergencies, budgeting, getting out of debt, understanding investments, understanding insurance, retirement and college planning, “buyer beware,” relationship and money issues, and many other topics. The average family pays off $5,300 in debt and saves $2,700 in the first 91 days after beginning FPU and is completely out of debt, except for their mortgage, in 18 to 24 months. Cost for the classes is $89 per couple/individual.
Hamilton Presbyterian Youth Group Looking to Grow its Members Hamilton Presbyterian Church’s Youth Group, “The God Squad,” helps the youth in our area find their way in today’s world with faith and Christian values. As seniors graduate each year, which makes room for new faces and friends to meet. If you are a teen, or know a teen, in grades 6 through 12 looking to have fun, meet other teens with the same struggles and questions about today’s world, and help others and yourself in the process, this group is something you might want to try. The group meets every Sunday evening from 6:30-8 p.m. September through May. The focus is on “we” and the group, a new concept to some teens at the “I stage” in their life. It
means “we” listen, “we” serve, and “we” have fun. Meetings vary each week and include snacks or food, a short Bible study, videos, games (some silly, some related to the study), and lots of conversation. Teens learn to further give of themselves by taking part in different mission projects and helping in local soup kitchens and thrift stores. The highlight for many members has been their experience with the one-week Biannual Mission trip, coming up again in the summer of 2014. Other offsite actives include semiannual weekend retreats in the spring and fall. And if that isn’t enough, a teen choir is available through Hamilton’s music program. All teens in local school districts, grades 6 through 12, are welcome to join the Sunday evening fellowship, fun, and personal growth. Church membership is not necessary. The God Squad is always looks for outstanding adult leadership, both employed and volunteer, so come check it out if you are interested. Join in any Sunday evening, or call the church office at 412-884-2722. Hamilton Presbyterian Church is located 4500 Hamilton Road, Bethel Park.
Peters Creek Church Ash Wednesday Service Please join us for our Ash Wednesday Service, February 13, 7 p.m. at Peters Creek Church, 250 Brookwood Road, Venetia, as we prepare for the Lent Season.
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Entertainment Live Music & Entertainment at Your Neighborhood Hot Spot! FEBRUARY 84 LOUNGE 724-228-3552 1937 PA Rt. 136, Eighty Four 2 – Euchre, 7 p.m. 3 – Penguins Party, noon 5 – Bar Bingo, 7 p.m. 7 – Junior Pool Tournament/League (ages 16–20), 7 p.m. 8 – Dart Tournament (ages 21 and up), 7 p.m. 9 – Euchre, 7 p.m. 13 – Beer Tasting (Budweiser Black Crown, Goose Island IPA, Shock Top Raspberry Wheat and Shock Top Belgium White), 7:30 p.m. Reservations and $2 donation to Washington County Humane Society suggested. 14 – Pool Tournament (ages 21 and up), 7 p.m. 15 – DJ Frogstar/Karaoke, 9 p.m.; Valentine Party, 8 p.m. 16 – Junior Darts (ages 16–20), 2 p.m. 17 – Penguins Party, noon 19 – Bar Bingo, 7 p.m. 20 – Beer Tasting (Yuengling, craft beers TBA), 7:30 p.m. Reservations and $2 donation to Washington County Humane Society suggested. 21 – Junior Pool Tournament (ages 16–20), 7 p.m. 22 – Darts (ages 21 and up), 7 p.m. 23 – Euchre, 7 p.m. 27 – Beer Tasting (Miller Group, Leinenkugel craft beers), 7:30 p.m. Reservations and $2 donation to Washington County Humane Society suggested. ALTMAN’S TAVERN 412-653-6440 611 Old Clairton Rd, Pleasant Hills 01 – Chuck Corby 04 – Monday Night Trivia 07 – Karaoke 08 – Shari Richards 09 – Johnny Vann 11 – Monday Night Trivia 15 – Tony Janflone 16 – Sputzy 18 – Monday Night Trivia 22 – Occasional Reign 23 – Dueling Pianos
BALTIMORE HOUSE 412-653-9332 176 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills 2 – Ancient Bloom 9 – EZ Action 16 – Highway 51 23 – Fast Talk Tuesdays – Industry Night (drink specials for workers in the restaurant business) Thursdays – Karaoke w/ Judy @ Lounge Fridays – DJ Ed Lover DENNY’S ROADHOUSE 724-258-6232 3431 Rt. 136, Finleyville Mondays–Saturdays – Exotic/Lingerie Barmaids, 6–2 a.m. ELRAMA TAVERN 412-384-3630 1520 Rt. 837, Elrama 5 – Jam Night 8 – 80’s on the 8th @ 8:30 9 – Justin Kunzelman 12 – Fat Tuesday Bingo, beads and Jello and pudding shots 14 – Valentine’s Dinner Night 16 – Trinity Wiseman 18 – Beer Tasting (Goose Island, Bud Light Lime-a-Rita, Stella) 23 – Todd Jones 26 – Bar Bingo for Pirate tickets FREDDIE’S II 412-833-1830 2789 South Park Road, Bethel Park 2 – Ali/Barranti Duo (classic rock) 9 – Open Jukebox 12 – Mardi Gras Party with DJ 16 – Pint & Half (Irish folk & pop) 23 – The HenHouse Roosters 28 – Wine Tasting Wednesdays – Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays – Tableside Magician Jason Christopher, 6:30–8:30 p.m. HEY ANDY SPORTSBAR AND LOUNGE 724-258-4755 1221 W. Main St., Monongahela 1 – TBA 2 – Recover
8 – Fungus 9 – Open Juke Box 15 – Shannon and the Merger 16 – DJ Barto 22 – Stray Dogs 23 – A-Z Karaoke THE HUNTING LODGE 724-348-7984 3529 Washington Avenue, Finleyville Fridays – Free Juke Box, 8 p.m.–close Saturdays – Free Juke Box, 8 p.m.–close THE KICKSTAND BAR & RESTAURANT 412-384-3080 1100 Hayden Blvd., Elizabeth 2 – Dave Iglar 16 – Second Wind MAXWELL’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE At The DoubleTree by Hilton Meadowlands 724-222-6200 340 Race Track Road, Washington Fridays – 8:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m. Saturdays – DJ, 9:30 p.m.–1:30 a.m. 1 – Harold Betters (jazz) 2 – DJ Johny 8 – Jess Sides (acoustic) 9 – DJ Lanican 15 – Sputzy (solo) 16 – DJ Danno 22 – Twice as Nice (dance) 23 – DJ Johny PIT STOP BAR AND GRILLE 412-384-7487 1473 Rt. 837, Elrama Saturdays – Free Juke Box, 9–11 p.m. RINKY DINKS ROADHOUSE 724-228-1059 339 Amity Ridge Road, Amity 2 – Chris Higbee 8 – WeedRags 9 – Ruff Creek & Davisson Brothers 16 – Jackson w/ some of Ruff Creek 17 – Larry Keel, WeedRags & Rusty Haywackers 23 – Ruff Creek
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24 – Bradford Lee Folk & The Bluegrass Playboys w/ WeedRags Tuesdays – Jam Night RIVER HOUSE CAFÉ 724-565-5700 506 McKean Avenue, Charleroi 2 – Zuke Band 9 – Abacus Jones 16 – TBA 23 – Smokin Gun w/ Drummer Girl ROCKIN’ WILLIES ROADHOUSE 724-745-8844 2476 Washington Road, Canonsburg Tuesdays – Jam Night with the Jam Band. All singers and musicians welcome. ROY’S BY THE TRACKS 724-348-7118 3710 Rt. 88, Finleyville 1 – Fynal Tyme 8 – Bill Ali 15 – Gumband 22 – Bucky Wednesdays – Karaoke w/ Brett Saturdays – Karaoke w/ Rickieoke or Matt Sundays – Karaoke w/ Rickieoke or Matt STAGE I 412-233-3636 428 N. State St., Clairton Thursdays – Open Mic Night SWEENY’S STEAKHOUSE 724-929-8383 1713 Rostraver Road, Belle Vernon 2 – DJ Crene 7 – DJ Ben 8 – DJ Russ 9 – DJ Rocket Randy 14 – DJ Ben 15 – DJ Crene 16 – DJ Steve 21 – DJ Ben 22 – DJ Russ 23 – DJ Rocket Randy 28 – DJ Ben
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TERRACE GARDENS 412-233-2626 1180 Woodland Avenue, Clairton 1 – Paul & Ray 8 – Bill & Renee 15 – Todd Jones 22 – Regular Joes Wednesdays – Free Juke Box Saturdays – Free Juke Box THREE STREETS GRILLE 724-348-8030 3540 Washington Avenue, Finleyville 1 – Ladies Night Special Party 2 – TBA 3 – Super Bowl Party w/ drinks and food specials 9 – Anti-Valentine’s Day Party w/ comedians, drink specials, prizes, music 16 – Overdrive 23 – Sea of Heads Tuesday – Texas Hold ‘Em, free darts, free pool Wednesdays – Ladies Night Fridays – Karaoke THE TROLLEY STOP INN 412-835-9600 6247 Library Road, Bethel Park Fridays – Magician Jason Christopher, 7–9 p.m. VALLEY HOTEL 412-233-9800 1004 New England Hollow Road, Jefferson Hills 2 – The Avengers 9 – Bobby Hawkins 16 – JP 3 23 – Harms Way Thursdays – Gerald McGrew Piano Man Fridays – Open Stage Night. All musicians welcome.
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
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————————————————————————————————————————— 52 unionfinley.com EXPERIENCED HAIR DRESSER NEEDED FULL or PART Time • 724-344-4656 The Ringgold School District is accepting applications for 20122013. Applications may be secured in person at the Ginger Hill Facility, 46 Ginger Hill Road, Finleyville, PA, 15332 between 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. Applicants must secure Act 34, 151, and 114 clearances and pass a pre-employment drug test. __________________________________________________ The Ringgold School District is accepting applications for 20122013 cafeteria workers. Applicants may secure an application at the Central Office, 400 Main Street, New Eagle, PA 15067 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. __________________________________________________ The Mon Valley YMCA is looking for Certified Lifeguards. Shifts include: weekdays (3 - 9:30 pm), weekends and summer hours. Must have certification. Contact Amy Dunay at 724-483-8077 or amy@monvalleyymca.org. __________________________________________________ Gateway Hospice is in search of volunteers for our patients and families in the South Pgh and Mon Valley areas. Please call us today for more info. 412-536-2020. __________________________________________________ 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 412-760-2291 __________________________________________________ 65 yr partially disabled vet needs cook/companion in exchange for free room and board. Own bedroom 7'x9' approx. or share apt and expenses approx $ 375.00 plus deposit. Call 412-401-9079 or 412818-3256. __________________________________________________ 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 __________________________________________________ Cooks and drivers wanted! Pitstop Bar and Pizza Shop. 412-3847487. __________________________________________________ HOMEWORKERS NEEDED!!! up to $1000 WEEKLY MAILING OUR BROCHURES and POSTCARDS + ONLINE DATA ENTRY WORK. PT/FT. No Experience Needed! www.EasyPayWork.com SLAGLE ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION, INC. NEEDS... Experienced Roofers to join our team. FULLTIME. Must have valid driver's license. STOP IN or CALL 724-258-6901. 208 W. Main Street, Monongahela **ATTN: JOB SEEKERS!!** Make Money Mailing Postcards! www.ThePostcardGuru.com NOW ACCEPTING! ZNZ Referral Agents! $20-$60/Hour! www.FreeJobPosition.com Big Paychecks Paid Friday! www.LegitCashJobs.com __________________________________________________ NOW ACCEPTING!!! - up to $1000 WEEKLY PAID IN ADVANCE!!! MAILING BROCHURES or TYPING ADS ONLINE for our company. FREE Supplies! Genuine Opportunity. PT/FT. No Experience Needed! www.HelpMailingBrochures.com __________________________________________________ NOW HIRING: Companies Desperately Need Employees to Assemble Products at Home. No Selling. $500 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-6461700 Dept. NA-7010 __________________________________________________ NOW HIRING: Employees needed to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 Dept. MAC-6811 __________________________________________________ SALES REPS NEEDED. Opportunity to move into management. Result based commission. Low investment. We train. Agricultural, Vehicle & Construction. 610-593-5948, ext. 4 __________________________________________________
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--------- HEALTH / MEDICAL / FITNESS ----------Feel the difference with Nature’s Sunshine Products. Healthy Opportunities! www.mynsp.com/ jrobbins or call: 412-708-7328 __________________________________________________ VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 40 Pills + 4 FREE for only $99. #1 Male Enhancement, Discreet Shipping. Save $500! Buy The Blue Pill! Now 1-888-796-8870 __________________________________________________ YOU or a loved one have an addiction? Over 500 alcohol and drug rehab facilities nationwide. Very private/Very Confidential. Inpatient care. Insurance needed. Call for immediate help! 1-800-256-0604 __________________________________________________ TAKE VIAGRA? Stop paying outrageous prices! Best prices ... VIAGRA 100MG, 40pills+/4 free, Only $99.00. discreet shipping, Power Pill. 1800-373-8414 __________________________________________________ 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 888-440-8352 WERE YOU IMPLANTED WITH A ST. JUDE DEFIBRILLATOR LEAD WIRE between June 2001- present? You may be entitled to compensation. Contact Attorney Charles Johnson 1-800-535-5727 __________________________________________________ Canada Drug Center is your choice for safe and affordable medications. Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 90 percent on all your medication needs. Call Today 888-697-2316 for $25.00 off your first prescription and free shipping. __________________________________________________ IF YOU USED THE MIRENA IUD between 2000-present and suffered perforation or embedment in the uterus requiring surgical removal, pelvic inflammatory disease leading to hysterectomy or had a child born with birth defects you may be entitled to compensation. Contact Attorney Charles Johnson 1-800-535-5727 __________________________________________________ WERE YOU IMPLANTED WITH A ST. JUDE RIATA DEFIBRILLATOR LEAD WIRE between June 2001 and December 2010? Have you had this lead replaced, capped or did you receive shocks from the lead? You may be entitled to compensation. Contact Attorney Charles Johnson 1-800535-5727 __________________________________________________
-------------- ITEMS FOR SALE -----------Beautiful "Destiny" strapless white wedding gown, size 18. Never worn, rhinestone decor at bodice, full skirt with small train, very slimming, must see. 724-797-0554 __________________________________________________ Delicate and beautiful .27 karat, blue diamond ring, size 5 1/2, white gold, never worn, still has tag. paid $1250 asking $450. 724-797-0554 __________________________________________________ Cupcake Tree - you can use as many tiers as you would like from 2 to 9 and at 9 tiers its about 5 foot tall. Besides purchasing the cupcake tree all one needs to purchase is a dial rod for whatever height they make it. That can be purchased at any craft store. Asking $75.00. Contact leon_terri@verizon.net or 724-258-8142. __________________________________________________ Lovesac/Moviesac style chair for sale. Seats 2 adults. Blue fur cover on it now, and includes a brown nylon cover also. $150.00. Cash only. Good condition, moving and can't take it with me. Please call 412-8609896, leave a message and I will return your call. Jefferson Hills area. __________________________________________________ Cemetery Lots - in Mon Valley Memorial Park in Donora. 2 lots with 2 vaults $3600. 2 lots for $1600. Call 724-258-8631. __________________________________________________ Riflescopes and binoculars. BSA "Deerhunter," 2.5x20mm, $40.00. Bushnell "Sportsview," 3x9x40mm/vintage - $75.00. Leupold, "M8," 12x40mm, AO/FD - $450.00. Redfield, 4x, wideview #X12715 (vintage) - $150.00. Weaver, "Challenger," C4W/vintage - $150.00. Bushnell, "Banner," 7x35/coated,case/vintage - $50.00. Palomar "certified," 8x30/coated, case (vintage) - $75.00. Call John at 724- 483-1271. __________________________________________________
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Custom Cherry wood entertainment center w/pocket doors, 4 pull out drawers w/cd dividers 42" w x 78" h x 25" d; hardwood bar stool; 7' alum ladder; Tour Edge LightFlex ladies gold clubs w/club bag; gas Weber grill; 7' pre lit Balsam Pine tree; Telescope casual patio set. Call 724-747-4128 for more info. Peters Twp. __________________________________________________ Need China? Noritake Service for 12 + serving pieces, $200.00 OBO. Evenings 724-292-9322. __________________________________________________ Penguin Sidney Crosby Autographed Winter Classic jersey! Nice jersey and autograph from smoke free environment. Dark blue, with patches and in a size 50. Open for serious offers. Please text offers or questions to 412-780-5998. __________________________________________________ Weight Set: 3 Bars + 100 lbs of Weights. Ex. Condition. $40.00 Call 724-684-5531 __________________________________________________ GRAVELY rear-engine rider lawn mower, Model 927060-1028. Excellent condition. $600. 412-384-2267 __________________________________________________ Sportcraft Turbo Hockey Game excellent condition. You disassemble and haul. $200 412-384-7899 __________________________________________________ Steelers popcorn bank, lots of former player autographs including Hines Ward, nice gift, $50. 724-872-2029 lv msg. SURREY FOR SALE! 3-Seated, Horse Drawn: $1,500. • Horse Back Riding Lessons. • Riding Horses for Sale! www.logcabinstables.com. 724-7874817 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 724348-7557. __________________________________________________
----------- ITEMS WANTED -------Wanted - Purebred Deaf Boxer Puppy for boxer loving home. To be companion for myself and my 88 year old grandfather who is hard of hearing.We promise to spoil him or her rotten! Willing to sign spay/neuter agreement. Call 724-809-5141 or email jamie.lynne.wilson@ gmail.com. __________________________________________________ I am looking for any old Western type cast iron Cap guns, Holsters, Caps, Gun boxes, and Spurs. Any vintage cap guns including Roy Rogers, Gene Autry or any other brand.Will pay cash. I would appreciate a call 724-348-8482 ask for Jeff Sr. __________________________________________________ Looking for a house with 5 or more acres - to place horses or looking for a lot/land 10 plus acres for reasonable price. Must be horse friendly area. Call 412-977-3333. __________________________________________________ Collecting miscellaneous items for the needy. Call Louise at 724483-8600. CASH FOR YOUR OLD SPORTS CARDS! Cleaning out your attic? Emptying your garage or basement? Did you find an old box of sports cards in a closet? Don't throw them away! Local collector paying CASH for vintage sports cards (baseball, football, basketball). Seeking cards from 1950's, 60's, 70's and 80's. Call 412-760-2291 All old jukebox by Wurlitzer, Seeburg, AMI, or Rockola. Pre-1962 vintage only. Non-working is OK. Call 724-914-1693 or email RPESQ@ YAHOO.COM. A Local collector from Monongahela. __________________________________________________ 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.
All tubes for radio/tv, radio tube tester and similar test equipment, and also collecting tube amplifiers by Fisher, McIntosh, Marantz, Harman Kardon, Fender, others. Call 724-914-1693 or email RPESQ@YAHOO.COM. Local collector from Monongahela. __________________________________________________ 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 - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, all worth money. Also, local and long distance towing. Call 412-498-1622. __________________________________________________ Yearbooks Up to $15 paid for high school yearbooks 1900-2012. www. yearbookusa.com or 214-514-1040 __________________________________________________ CA$H PAID- up to $26/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Hablamos Espanol. 1-800-371-1136 __________________________________________________ DIABETIC TEST STRIPS Wanted Check us out Online! All Major Brands Bought Dtsbuyer.com 1-866-446-3009 __________________________________________________ Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 __________________________________________________ WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, ZIR, KX1000MKII, A1-250, W1-650, H1-500, H2-750, S1-250, S2-350, S3-400 SUZUKI GS400, GT380, GT750, Honda CB750 (1969,1970) CASH. FREE PICKUP. 1-800-772-1142, 1-310721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com __________________________________________________ Diabetic Test Strips Wanted Check us out online! All Major Brands Bought Dtsbuyers.com 1 866 446 3009 __________________________________________________ WANTED UNEXPIRED DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. UP TO $20/BOX. PREPAID SHIPPING LABELS. HABLAMOS ESPANOL! (281)764-9615 WWW.SellDiabeticStrips.com __________________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS: Cars/Trucks Wanted! Running or Not! We Come To You! Any Make/Model. Instant Offer - Call: 1-800-569-0003 __________________________________________________ WANTED TO BUY. CASH FOR YOUR SEALED, unexpired DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! Free Shipping, Top$, 24hr Payments! Call 1-855-5787477 or visit www.TestStripSearch.com today __________________________________________________ CASH for sealed, unexpired DIABETIC TEST STRIPS? Free Shipping, Top $, 24hr Payments! Call 1-855-578-7477 or visit www.TestStripSearch.com espanol 888-440-4001 __________________________________________________
----------- MISCELLANEOUS --------2 Bulldog Puppies free to good home. Interested contact stevenrichard16@live.com. __________________________________________________ Hackett Club hall rental - reasonable rates. Call 724-348-5503. __________________________________________________ Direct To Home Satellite TV $19.99/mo. Free Installation FREE HD/DVR Upgrade Credit/Debit Card Req. Call 1-800-795-3579 __________________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS, Any Make or Model! Free Towing. Sell it TODAY. Instant offer: 1-800-864-5784 __________________________________________________ CANADA DRUG CENTER. Safe and affordable medications. Save up to 90% on your medication needs. Call 1-888-734-1530 ($25.00 off your first prescription and free shipping.) __________________________________________________ AIRLINE CAREERS begin here - Become an Aviation Maintenance Tech. FAA approved training. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Job placement assistance. Call AIM (866)453-6204 CASH for Your Old Sports Cards! Cleaning out your attic? Emptying your garage or basement? Did you find an old box of sports cards in a closet? Don't throw them away! Local collector paying CASH for vintage sports cards (baseball, football, basketball). Seeking cards from 1950's, 60's, 70's and 80's. Call 412760-2291 ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice, *Hospitality. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. SCHEV Authorized 800-494-3586 www.CenturaOnline.com __________________________________________________
February 2013 ————————————————————————————————————————— Meet singles right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now 1-888-909-9905 __________________________________________________ AT&T U-Verse for just $29/mo! BUNDLE & SAVE with AT&T Internet+Phone+TV and get a FREE pre-paid Visa Card! (select plans). HURRY, CALL NOW! 800-418-8969 __________________________________________________ Bundle & Save on your CABLE, INTERNET PHONE, AND MORE. High Speed Internet starting at less than $20/mo. CALL NOW! 800-291-4159 __________________________________________________ *LOWER THAT CABLE BILL! Get Satellite TV today! FREE System, installation and HD/DVR upgrade. Programming starting at $19.99. Call NOW 1-800-935-8195 __________________________________________________ **OLD GUITARS WANTED! ** Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch, Epiphone, Guild, Mosrite, Rickenbacker. Prairie State, D’Angelico, Stromberg, and Gibson Mandolins/Banjos. 1920’s thru 1980’s. TOP CASH PAID! 1-800-401-0440 __________________________________________________ AIRLINE CAREERS begin here – Become an Aviation Maintenance Tech.FAA approved training.Financial aid if qualified – Housing available. Job placement assistance. Call AIM (888) 686-1704 __________________________________________________ ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Call 800-510-0784 www.CenturaOnline.com __________________________________________________ CA$H PAID-UP TO $27/BOX for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! 2 DAY PAYMENT & PREPAID shipping. SE HABLA ESPANOL. Emma 1-888-776-7771. www.Cash4DiabeticSupplies.com __________________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS: All Cars/Trucks Wanted. Running or Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come To You! Any Make/Model. Call For Instant Offer: 1-800864-5960 __________________________________________________ CASH for unexpired DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! FREE Shipping, BEST PRICES, 24 hr payment. Call 1-877-588-8500 (English) or 1-888-4404001 (Espanol) www.TestStripSearch.com. __________________________________________________ MEDICAL CAREERS begin here – Online training for Allied Health and Medical Management. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. SCHEV certified. Call 800-510-0784 www.CenturaOnline.com __________________________________________________ Meet singles now! No paid operators, just people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages, connect live. FREE trial. Call 1-877-7379447 __________________________________________________ Music Lessons for All Ages! Find a music teacher! Take Lessons offers affordable, safe, guaranteed music lessons with teachers in your area. Our prescreened teachers specialize in singing, guitar, piano, drums, violin and more. Call 1-888-706-0263! __________________________________________________ Reach over 14 million homes nationwide with one easy buy! Only $1,795 per week for a 20 word classified! For more information go to www.naninetwork.com ___________________________________________________ VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 40 Pills + 4 FREE for only $99. #1 Male Enhancement, Discreet Shipping. Save $500! Buy The Blue Pill! Now 800-213-6202 ___________________________________________________ WORK ON JET ENGINES – Train for hands on Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified – Job placement assistance. Call AIM (866) 854-6156. ___________________________________________________ HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED? Contact Woodford Bros., Inc. for straightening, leveling, foundation, and wood frame repairs at 1-800OLD-BARN/www.woodford bros.com MDHIC #05-121-861 ___________________________________________________ SAFE STEP TUBS. Enjoy safety, comfort and therapeutic relief from the best walk-in tubs made in the USA. Call 1-888-734-4527 for FREE information and SENIOR DISCOUNTS! ___________________________________________________ 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) 494-7351 ___________________________________________________ DIRECTV for $29.99/mo for 24 months. Over 140 channels. FREE HDDVR Upgrade! FREE NFL Sunday Ticket w/CHOICE Package! Call TODAY for details 888-706-6149 ___________________________________________________
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------------- NOTICES ---------Mon Valley Day Reunion in Florida back by popular demand! Mon Valley Florida Day on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Beef O‘Brady‘s family sports restaurant and pub in Clearwater, Florida will be an afternoon of fun and fellowship.Anyone with a tie to the Mon Valley is invited.The casual event begins at noon. Bring your memories and stories of the Valley, and expect to see a few people from your past! Beef O' Brady’s is located at 2471 North McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater, FL. No RSVP required. Spread the word to all the Mon Valley snow bunnies living or visiting in the southeast, especially Florida. Let's keep this annual gathering alive. Information about the Mon Valley Florida reunion on Feb. 23 is available by contacting Lou and Maria Sepe at 727-733-9678. ___________________________________________________ Gateway Hospice is in search of volunteers for our patients and families in the South Pgh and Mon Valley areas. Please call us today for more info. 412-536-2020 ___________________________________________________ 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. ___________________________________________________ Compulsive Eaters Anonymous - H.O.W. is a free, 12 Step program for people who have a problem controlling their eating.We have meetings every day throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania. For more information, call 412-225-1664, e-mail info@ceahow pa.org or visit www.ceahowpa.org. It's simple, free and it works. Please keep coming back no matter what! ___________________________________________________ HOW IS YOUR BUSINESS? Use the power of print and online advertising to help reach more customers. Advertise to over 4 million homes and businesses throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region for one price. www.macnetonline.com 800-450-7227. ___________________________________________________ Medical Alert for Seniors - 24/7 monitoring. FREE Equipment. FREE Shipping. Nationwide Service. $29.95/Month CALL Medical Guardian Today 877-827-1331 ___________________________________________________
------------- PETS ---------Wanted - Purebred Deaf Boxer Puppy for boxer loving home. To be companion for myself and my 88 year old grandfather who is hard of hearing.We promise to spoil him or her rotten! Willing to sign spay/neuter agreement. Call 724-809-5141 or email jamie.lynne.wilson@ gmail.com. ___________________________________________________ 2 Bulldog Puppies free to good home. Interested contact stevenrichard16@live.com. ___________________________________________________ Free to a good loving home a 8 month year old male cat, litter trained ,gets along well with other animals, well behaved. Please call 724747-9992 ask for Lynn or leave message, serious inquiries only. ___________________________________________________ Dog Training: AKC Canine Good Citizen, therapy dog, obedience, puppies, manners, more! Karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678. ___________________________________________________ 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. ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________
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------------ REAL ESTATE -------Apartment for Rent - A one bedroom newly remodeled apartment in North Charleroi. Private entrance, porch, yard, off street parking, and washer/dryer hookup. Rent: $450.00/ month plus utilities. Security deposit: $450.00. No pets. Call: 724-239-2810 or 703-517-1444 ___________________________________________________ Monongahela 2 Story Duplex – 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, eat in kitchen, full basement with laundry hook-up, off street parking. Walking distance to Restaurant. Large, level yard. NO PETS . SMOKE FREE . Very clean and very well maintained. $550.00 per month, plus utilities and Security Deposit. For more information call 724-344-4271. ___________________________________________________ House for Rent - small 2 bdrm country setting house is furnished, suitable for one person or quiet responsible couple, no pets, 650.00 per month plus security, located close to Rt 43/70. Call 724-785-2955. ___________________________________________________ Apartments for Rent - first & Second floor , furnished & semi furnished, includes appliances, free laundry onsite, free parking, free garbage removal,etc.Secure locked building,close to bus line,quiet/quiant atmosphere, Senior discount. 724-931-4764. ___________________________________________________ Rentals - Chess Street Apartments, Monongahela, 1st floor, completely furnished, 2nd floor semi-furnished, includes refrig, stove, free laundry onsite, free parking, free garbage removal, secure locked building, close to busline. Call 724-931-4764. ___________________________________________________ Charleroi apartment for rent. Very large, remodeled, on bus line. $525 month includes everything, secured building. 724-678-4924 ___________________________________________________ Mobile Home for Sale - New Eagle, 135 Union Street - Rt, 88, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, propane heat, location on 88 transit bus line, inside gentle pet accepted. Rent to own considered with first + last month's payment down. $430/month plus utilities, tax + insurance includes lot rent. Call 724-350-6006. ___________________________________________________
HOUSE FOR SALE: Jefferson Hills, sprawling 3 bedroom, brick ranch, original owners, table top lot, garage. $114,900. Freeman Realty, Frank 413.341.7711 ext: 28 or 724.941.3434 ___________________________________________________ Rent to Own - 3/4 Bedroom home in Charleroi. New windows, kitchen, luxury bathroom, newer carpeting and furnace blower motor. Composite decking, vinyl railing, walk in finished attic (4th Bedroom) 4 concrete off street parking, fenced in low maintenance yard, large front porch and hard wired security system are all pluses. Largest down payment will be considered first. Proof of income and credit necessary. 2 to 5 year lease term with remainder of mortgage due after the lease period. Will negotiate certain terms. Credits towards balance of home cost for paying on time taken off cost of home at end of lease. No pets sorry. I will pay garbage, you pay all other utilities including water and sewage (which the bill comes to me, but I make sure that you are paying). ALL maintenance costs are responsibility of renter. ___________________________________________________ Mobile Home for Rent - Brownsville, 1136 Water Street, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, gas heat, large fenced in yard with shed, inside gentle pet accepted, off street parking. $400.00/ month plus utilities, first + last month required. Call 724-350-6006. ___________________________________________________ Looking for 1+ acres to put a modular home on in Finleyville area. If you are looking to sell any land please email or call me. Will pay cash. avdeclair@yahoo.com or 412-655-7853 ___________________________________________________ Apartment for Rent. Union Township 1 Bedroom with central Air and a nice size porch. Located in a quiet neighborhood. Recently remodeled and Clean!!. The apartment comes with a Fenced in yard with washer and dryer hook ups. Garage space is included. The rent is $375.00. Pictures are available on request. Please call 412-925-7745 for more info. ___________________________________________________ Mobile Home for Sale - 3 bedroom located in New Eagle. Owner financing considered. $430/month. 1st and last month's rent required prior to moving in. Call 724-350-5983. ___________________________________________________
————————————————————————————————————————— 54 unionfinley.com 20 Acres Free! Buy 40-get 60 acres. $0- Down, $198/mo. Money Back Guarantee No Credit Checks! Beautiful Views. West Texas 1-800-8437537 www.sunsetranches.com ___________________________________________________ 20 ACRES FREE! Own 60 acres for 40 acre price/payment. $0-Down, $168/mo. Money Back Guarantee, NO CREDIT CHECKS! West Texas. 1800-843-7537 www.SunsetRanches.com 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.
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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. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CATERING ITALIAN SPECIALTY & GOURMET CATERING, LLC Catering for All Events. Parties from 10 to 5000 People. Weddings * Graduations * Communions * Reunions. 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. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
DVD TRANSFER/ HOME MOVIES FAMILY MOVIE TRANSFERS AND DVD MONTAGE CREATIONS BY DEB CHEPLIC. Transfer family 8mm and Super 8 reel (projector) movies to DVD – also transfer VHS, VHS-C DV tapes, vinyl records and cassettes. Movies transferred digitally, frame by frame, for superior clarity. No projector flicker – reasonable rates. Create a one of a kind DVD Montage of special family events. 724-258-5336; email: dcheplic@gmail.com Web page: http://www.debcheplicmovietransfersandmontages.com ______________________________________
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). ______________________________________
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Automatic Transmission Repair Performed By Certified Mechanic, South Park PA, Call 412-377-6917. ___________________________________________________ Companion for Elderly - Will help with dressing, meds, meals, and companionship. I provide activities, such as, cards, bingo, walks, exercise, and cheerful conversation.Add joy to your loved one's day. Hourly rates, in Bethel Park and surrounding areas. Please contact Carol at 412- 479- 9918. ___________________________________________________ Dog Training: AKC Canine Good Citizen, therapy dog, obedience, puppies, manners, more! Karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678. ___________________________________________________ Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724-825-7233.
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 843-236-6623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507. ___________________________________________________
FAMILY MOVIE TRANSFERS AND DVD MONTAGE CREATIONS BY DEB CHEPLIC. Transfer family 8mm and Super 8 reel (projector) movies to DVD – also transfer VHS, VHS-C DV tapes, vinyl records and cassettes. Movies transferred digitally, frame by frame, for superior clarity. No projector flicker – reasonable rates. Create a one of a kind DVD Montage of special family events. 724258-5336; email: dcheplic@gmail.com Web page: www.debcheplicmovietransfersandmontages.com
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 guarantee 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.
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. ___________________________________________________ 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. ___________________________________________________ Gutter cleaning. Get the leaves out. Reasonable rates. Call George 724-348-4855 ___________________________________________________
ZUBASIC BROS. HOME IMPROVEMENTS – New Seamless Gutters & Repairs 724-941-7833. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Monthly Pizza Puzzler!
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. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
READER ADVISORY:
Win a FREE Large “Grande” 1-topping Pizza from Vocelli Pizza*! Two (2) lucky winners every month! Just fill in the correct answers to the questions below, and write your name, addressand telephone number on the entry form. Then mail in your entry form to the 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.)
• Official Entry Form •
(Deadline for entries is February 10)
Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the Union-Finley Messenger. Who is the student at Ringgold High School who will be performing at Carnegie Hall? How old is Jonnie Mae Campbell? What is the name of a new restaurant that opened in Venetia? Name: Address: Phone Number: Entry forms should be submitted to: Union-Finley Messenger, Attention: “Monthly Pizza Puzzler,” P.O. Box 103, Finleyville, PA 15332
Congratulations to our January Pizza Puzzler winners! DOLLY MAY - Finleyville • WAYNE EVANS - Pleasant Hills
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Food & Dining Staying in or going out, plan your evening using the Union-Finley Messenger Dining Guide.
Convenient sports physicals The caring, professional practitioners from Monongahela Valley Hospital offer school sports physicals at our family-friendly walk-in health care facility inside the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Bring the school’s forms with you.
Sports physicals as low as $20 Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Most insurance plans accepted
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Finleyville Giant Eagle, 3701 Route 88 mvhhealthydirections.com 724-348-6699