FREE! SEPTEMBER 2016 Vol.13,Issue 4 Read us online at
messengerpaper.com
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
5th Annual Rocktober Car, Bike, Truck Cruise Oct. 1
The 5th Annual Rocktober Car, Bike, and Truck Cruise will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at Vine Street Park and Gym in West Newton, 501 Vine Street. Registration begins at 11 a.m. with the event lasting until 4 p.m. Car registration fee: $5. This is a judged show, and 40 trophies will be awarded. For the first 100 cars, dash plaques and goody bags will be distributed. There is also a Kids Class, where you can bring anything on wheels. This event will be held rain or shine, and the gym will be open for homemade foods and desserts. There will also be an auction and 50/50. Music will be provided by DJ Glenn Raymer, '50s and '60s. Bring your chairs, tents, kids and ride,
Rostraver Woman’s Club Launches New Season Page 12
Peters Twp. Library Celebrates Life and History of Lincoln Page 48
Civil Air Patrol Member Achieves Award Page 70
South Park Students Receive Chromebooks for Upcoming School Year Every third through twelfth grade student in the South Park School District will receive a Chromebook for the 2016-2017 school year as part of the district’s one-to-one technology initiative. The program, approved by the South Park School District Board of Directors in June, provides students in grades 3-12 with a laptop to use in the classroom and at home. “Technology has been an integral part of South Park classrooms for years,” said South Park Superintendent of Schools Wayne Gdovic. “This investment takes 21st century learning to a new level and equips our students with a powerful tool for their success.” South Park students will use their Chromebooks to connect to Google Apps for Education. By signing in using their South Park School District accounts, they will be able to access these apps both in the classroom and at home. “To prepare students to succeed in the ever-changing technological world, we must give them the opportunities to learn and communicate digitally and help them expand those opportunities beyond the classroom,” said South Park School District Technology Director Richard Platts. South Park students in kindergarten through second grade will continue to use classroom technology including PCs and classroom sets of iPads.
————————————————————————————————————————— 2 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
Third Annual J. Terrence Farrell Memorial Bike Ride Set for September 24th Please join the McKeesport Hospital Foundation, along with the Lions of District 14-B, on Saturday, September 24, 2016 for the Third Annual J. Terrence Farrell Memorial Bike Ride on the Mon Yough Bike Trail beginning at 8:30 a.m. The bike ride will begin on the Youghiogheny River Bike Trail, under the Boston Bridge, with a 7.5-mile stop at the Dravo Cemetery in Buena Vista. For our experienced bikers, the ride will continue for 12.5 miles out and back to Smithon Beach for a total of 40 miles. All bikers will return at 12 noon to the Kenneth Frew Pavilion at Dravo Cemetery for lunch and a ceremony in honor of J. Terrence (Terry) Farrell. As a long-time member of the McKeesport Lions and local attorney, each year Mr. Farrell’s “Bike for Sight” raised thousands of dollars for local charities. The funds from last year’s event were distributed locally to the McKeesport Regional History and Heritage Center, the Carnegie Library of McKeesport, the Mon Yough Trail, the Mon River Fleet Lions Club and Friends of the Riverfront. The McKeesport Hospital Foundation is honored to host this year’s bike ride where the proceeds will continue to help local organizations, in Mr. Farrell’s name. Sponsors donating $100 or more will be listed on the event shirts. Mark your calendar now! Call Belinda O’Keson at 412-678-7126 or 412-956-6062 or via email at okeson2210@comcast.net for further information. T-shirt free with each registration, to guarantee your shirt size, registration must be received by September 10. Biker’s registration fee is $25.
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Peters Creek Historical Society Plans “Trolleys of Northern Washington County” Program for September 26th “Trolleys of Northern Washington County” is the featured program for the September 26 meeting of the Peters Creek Historical Society. Mr. Edward Lybarger, director of the Archives and Publications Department of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, will take listeners on a streetcar ride back in time with his avid interest, knowledge and pictures of the subject. The northern section of Washington Trolley history is relevant to those who County included two lines, one connecting rode them, as well as students of history the city of Washington to Pittsburgh and one connecting the small Mon Valley comwho want to learn more about them. Beginning in early 1900, the streetcar munities along the Monongahela River to was a major means of transportation in Pittsburgh. The streetcar pictured in the photo is in Finleyville heading south on southwestern Pennsylvania. It connect- July 3, 1952. This section of the streetcar ed small communities to Pittsburgh and line was abandoned in 1953. served as a means for people to get to work, to shop and to visit friends, family and recreational sites like early trolley parks. This mode of transportation operated until mid-1950 and replaced by buses and cars. The meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. and held in the social room of Wright United Methodist Church, 788 Venetia Road, Venetia, PA. The public is invited to attend.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————— 3
————————————————————————————————————————— 4 messengerpaper.com
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO SEPTEMBER 1 FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PROGRAM - 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, Venetia. All are welcome. For info, contact Patti at 724-941-6609. CRUISE-IN FOR A CAUSE – 5- 8 p.m., Southwestern Healthcare Center. Rain date: September 8. Cars, trucks, motorcycles. Participant donation: $10. Dash plaques for the first 50 participants. Trophies, door prizes, DJ, and food. Event proceeds will benefit: Jamie’s Dream Team visit jamiesdreamteam.org or call 412-651-1711. SEPTEMBER 2 SOLID GOLD OLDIES DANCE Hermanie Slovenian Lodge #87 from 811:30 p.m. For more info, call Geno at 724592-5264 or 724-716-5718. SEPTEMBER 2-5 ARTS & CRAFTS LABOR DAY FESTIVAL – Friday, 10 a.m. -5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday, 10 a.m. -5 p.m., Westmoreland Fairgrounds, Greensburg. 200 booths with exhibitors from 15 states, eclectic mix of entertainment for the whole family. Fantastic festival foods, free onsite parking, fairgrounds are ‘wheelchair friendly.’ Held rain or shine, more than half of displays indoors. Adults $6, senior (65+) $5.50, child (6-12) $1, under 6 FREE! For more info, call 724-863-4577 or visit us at www.familyfestivals.com. SEPTEMBER 3 WWII & KOREAN WAR ERA VETERANS DINNER - American Legion Post 712 Honors their own WWII and Korean War Era Veterans at a dinner, 650 Old Clairton Road in Pleasant Hills. 4 p.m. Any WWII or Korean War veteran who is not currently a
member of Post 712 may also attend the dinner if he or she becomes a member prior to the dinner. Call 412-616-1834 to RSVP. DANCE - 7-10 p.m., American Legion, Hazelkirk, Carroll Township. Roger Fine, Fine Time Entertainment with LuAnn McGill. Classic country. For more info: 724986-5847. SEPTEMBER 5 WESTMORELAND YOUGH TRAIL POKER RUN – Registration: 8 a.m. Start time: 8:30. The walking/biking non-competitive event will start at the Arthur H. King Access Area of the Great Allegheny Passage in West Newton. Proceeds will be used by trail volunteers to maintain, preserve and enhance the Westmoreland County Section of the Great Allegheny Passage. Participants walk or ride at their own pace. All participants are eligible to win prizes. $20 per person, children age ten and under $10. The event is held rain or shine, no refunds. For more info, visit website www.bikewytc.org or email wytcnews@hotmail.com. SEPTEMBER 6, 13, 20, 27 WEEKLY TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO St. Francis of Assisi Church Finley Hall. 7:15 p.m. for the "Early Bird" games and 7:30 p.m. for the regular bingo. $6 for 20 regular games and 5 specials. Doors open at 6 p.m. SEPTEMBER 7 WOMEN’S CLUB OF JEFFERSON HILLS - 7:30 p.m., Jefferson Hills Municipal Building. The program is a presentation by local artist Paul Depp at 8 p.m. Membership is open to all residents of Jefferson Hills and surrounding communities. For further info call 412-384-3318 or 412-655-4224. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
SEPTEMBER 8 DINNER FOR A DOLLAR - 5-7 p.m., Community of Christ, Bethel Park. Enjoy a spaghetti dinner, and help your budget, too. We accept donations of $1 per person or $3 per family. This is humbly accepted but not required. No reservations needed. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, call Debbie @ 412-833-6357. All future dinners are held the second Thursday of each month except July and December. FREE SQUARE DANCE NIGHT Peanut Squares - FREE Square Dance Night for beginners. National caller Shawn Brown. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Southminster Church, 799 Washington Rd., Mt. Lebanon. Weekly lessons start Thursday, Sept. 15. More info? Call Paul at 412-735-2423. SEPTEMBER 9 SQUARE DANCE FREE BUDDY NIGHT - FREE Buddy Night from 8-10:30 p.m. at Pine Run United Methodist Church, 901 North 6th Street, Clairton. Lessons start Thursday, Sept. 15. More details? Call Jean at 724-872-1509. GOLF OUTING - 8:30 a.m. Registration and 9:30 a.m. shotgun start at Victory Hills (formerly 7 Springs) Golf Course, 357 Pineview Drive, Elizabeth. Prizes . $100 each/$400 per foursome, includes 18 holes, cart and dinner. Play golf, have fun, and support Jefferson Hills Recreational Initiative’s efforts. For more info :Brian Konick, 412638-7540 or briankonick@gmail.com. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT FEATURING “WOODLAWN” – 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church of Monongahela – No charge, light refreshments served.
SEPTEMBER 9 & 10 ETHINICFEST AT CHESS PARK - The Nativity of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church's 18th Annual Ethinicfest in Monongahela. Hours: Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Ethnic & American food booths, flea market, bake sale and entertainment. The Nutones Polka Band will perform Saturday and Sunday 3-5 p.m. YARD SALE - 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. South Park Historical Society will hold a yard sale at 6127 Pleasant St., South Park. All proceeds benefit the Museum Building Fund. The Society is a non-profit organization and all monetary donations are tax deductible. Visit the Society's website at http://southparkhistoricalsociety.com. HUGE SALE AT MANTLE HOUSE RESALE - 132 S. Water Street, West Newton. All garage contents must go! We also have a lot of books. The store will be open from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. both days. SEPTEMBER 9, 10, & 11 DUCKY RACES ON THE YOUGH RIVER - West Newton Center for Active Adults. Purchase your tickets for race at 103 E. Main St. by calling 724-872-4976. SEPTEMBER 9, 10, & 11 WEST NEWTON COMMUNITY FESTIVAL - Vine St. in West Newton, PA. Parade on September 10. SEPTEMBER 10 FALL FESTIVAL – 2 p.m. to 11 p.m., Elrama Volunteer Fire Company, 17 Elrama Ave. Elrama. Elrama Great food, games, prizes and clowns. Schedule of entertainment as follows: 3:30 p.m. “David Lawrence” magician; 5 p.m. “Catchin Grooves”; 7:30 p.m. “Todd Jones.”
September 2016 ————————————————————————————————————————— BALDWIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY CAR CRUISE – 12-4 p.m. at Baldwin Borough Building. Rain date is September 11. Dash plaques and trophies to be awarded. Fun for the entire family with duck pond for the little ones and the log house will be open. For more info, find us on Facebook or call Pat Lombardi at 412-882-9986. 21+ NIGHT FUNDRAISER – 7 p.m., Monessen Library. Featuring hors d'oeuvres, tastings, music, networking, games, local beers, wines, and whiskeys, a library open house, and more! Tickets will be sold $12 pre-sale and $15 at the door. 21+ ONLY, IDs at door. Proceeds will benefit The Monessen Public Library and the 500 Donner Fund. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased at the Monessen Library. SEPTEMBER 10-11 CAKE DONUT SALE – St. Damien of Molokai Church in Monongahela. Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sunday, 8 a.m. -noon. Cost is $8 per dozen. For more info call Carol at 412-600-5344. SEPTEMBER 10-11 MEGA BOOK SALE – Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 131 South Water St. in West Newton. Hundreds of newly donated hard and paperback books. Come and load up a bag for just $5. Call 724972-3229 for info. SEPTEMBER 11 MON VALLEY 9/11 15TH ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY - 2 p.m., Monessen City Park Amphitheater. The event will remember those first responders and individuals who lost their lives in the tragic 2001 attack, and to remember all of those people who were affected by the event.. It will also be a way to say “Thank You” to local veterans, law enforcement, fire, ambulance, and others who serve the public. For info: monessenamphitheater@gmail.com. SEPTEMBER 11TH REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY - The South Park Township Board of Supervisors with Windover Hills United Methodist Church is again sponsoring this event at 5 p.m. at Sunny Slope located in the Allegheny County Park. COMMUNITY AND FARMERS' MARKET - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., 2 Church Street, Richeyville. Come and enjoy local fresh produce, handmade and homemade products, great food, and more! All are welcome. Market runs the 2nd Sunday of the month through October. FREE INTRO TO SQUARE DANCE Friendly Squares – FREE Fun Night of Introduction to Western Square Dancing 79:30 p.m. Peace Lutheran Church, 107 Carol Drive, McMurray. More info: Renee & Bob at 724-267-4655 or Louise at 412-302-1960.
GRIEFSHARE IN BELLE VERNON – 6-7:45 p.m. and will run for 13 sessions until Sunday, December 11th at Gospel Alliance Church, Belle Vernon. (Excludes Sunday, November 27). GriefShare is a group of friendly, caring people who have lost someone to death. You are welcome to join at any time! Contact Crystal Buchmann at 207615-2030 or email her at cj765@cairn.edu. COMMUNITY COOKOUT AT ST. DAVID’S – 12-2 p.m., St. David’s Episcopal Church, Venetia, invites the community to attend an end-of-summer picnic. Enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, salads, grilled vegetables, snacks and desserts (gluten free and vegetarian options will be provided). Bounce houses for the kids and games for both kids and adults hosted by City of Play. Sunday worship is at 10 a.m. PAWS & PURRS 5K EVENT – 7:30 a.m., Mingo Creek County Park, 232 Mingo Creek Road, Eighty Four. Benefits the homeless dogs and cats of Washington County! Medals awarded. Social animals of all ages, breeds and sizes are welcome for the Fun Walk. There will be vendors, games for the whole family, raffle baskets and more! Register on Active.com. $25 for the run and $20 for the Fun Walk. For more info, interest in a sponsorship, or to become a vendor, contact Laurelle at 724-222-7387 x104 or mgmt@washingtonpashelter.org. TRUCKS, TRACTORS, & TROLLEYS – 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Pennsylvania Trolley Museum. Visitors can see dozens of classic tractors, pickup trucks, delivery vehicles, and modern construction and commercial vehicles. Admission rates are $10 adults, $9 seniors (62+), $7 children (3-15) and free for children under 2. For further info call 724228-9256 or visit http://www.patrolley.org. SEPTEMBER 13 THE VALLEY ART CLUB - 6 p.m., SPHS, 300 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi. If you would like to join, contact any member. Further info is available on our Facebook page: Valley Art Club. Valley Art Club art work can be viewed in the SPHS lobby. SOUTH HILLS FRIENDS OF THE MONTOUR TRAIL - 6:30 p.m., South Park Township Community Room. The South Hills Friends are responsible for maintenance of the Montour Trail between Library and Clairton. Individuals interested in the Montour Trail are encouraged to attend. Questions may be directed to info@montourtrail.org.
More Event Listings on page 6
messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————— 5
————————————————————————————————————————— 6 messengerpaper.com
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO SEPTEMBER 13 WESTERN NIGHT SQUARE DANCE – 7:30-10 p.m., Covenant Community Presbyterian Church, 1630 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh. No experience, costumes or partner required. Kids from 9 to 90 are welcome. The cost is $4 ($2 for those under 18). Refreshments will be served. For more info, call Paul Rinald at 412-735-2423 or Diana Serpa at 412-478-6318.
CLOTHES 4-U - First United Methodist Church, Belle Vernon will be open to the public 9 a.m. to noon. The clothing is free; patrons may give a free-will offering if they desire. Those wishing to drop off clothing in good condition for this ministry can do so by calling 724-929-4696 to make arrangements.
SEPTEMBER 14 GRIEF & LOSS SEMINAR – 6:30-8 p.m., McNary Center, Canonsburg Hospital. To make reservations, call 724-745-6100, ext. 4118. No cost. Wednesdays beginning September 14 through October 19. SOLID GOLD OLDIES DANCE – at Hazelkirk American Legion from 7 – 10 p.m. For more info, call Geno at 724-592-5264 or 724-716-5718. DIGITAL MARKETING WORKSHOP – 8-9:15 a.m., Hampton Inn and Suites, California University. The workshop is being conducted by Arlea Hoffman of Reimagine Main Street, Observer-Reporter.$10/person includes the Hampton’s breakfast bar. RSVP is required: MVRCC at 724-483-3507 or members@mvrchamber.org or GRC at 724929-3329 or grcoc1@comcast.net. SEPTEMBER 15 RETIRED MEN’S LUNCH GROUP The University of Pittsburgh, particularly the Cathedral of Learning, has a fascinating history. Author and historian Dan Burns will enlighten members of the Retired Men’s Lunch Group with interesting info at the groups’ meeting at noon. The group, open to all men, meets at the Pleasant Hills Presbyterian Church. $7 is charged for lunch. To reserve lunch, call 412-655-2000. FOOD AND FRIENDS FREE MEAL PROGRAM - 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Thomas Presbyterian Church 1068 Linden Road, Venetia. All are welcome. For info, contact Patti at 724-941-6609. MONESSEN AMATEUR RADIO CLUB – 7 p.m. (meets every third Thursday), Mon Valley Ambulance Service. Check out our website w3csl.org.
SEPTEMBER 16 PLEASANT HILLS GARDEN CLUB Pleasant Hills Boro Building in the Community Room, 410 E. Bruceton Road, Pleasant Hills. The topic for the September meeting is "Living with the Eastern Coyote.” Speaker: Douglas Bergman, wildlife conservationist. Non-members are welcome. For more info about the PHGC visit their website at www.plsthillspagardnclub.com. SEPTEMBER 16 & 17 GOSPEL FALL MUSIC FESTIVAL Presented by Benner Ministries at Blainesburg Bible Church on Friday, 5 p.m. and Saturday, 2 p.m. Featuring: Three Bridges – Friday at 8 p.m., The Anchormen – Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Tommy Barlow, Royal Blood Band, Crimson Stream, Dominion Boys and Maddie. Held outdoors under the pavilion; free concert, but offering will be taken. GPS Directions: 104 Fourth Blvd. Ext., W. Brownsville, PA 15417. For more info, call 724-493-2715. SEPTEMBER 17 SAUSAGE & PANCAKE BREAKFAST/FLEA MARKET/BAKE SALE - 8 a.m. -1 p.m., Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church, (corner of Mingo Church Road and Route 88). Breakfast Cost: $6. Flea market spaces available for $10. Reservations suggested but not required. Call Bryan at 412886-7435 to RSVP. CONCERT FOR THE COYLE – 5 p.m., Geyer Performing Arts Center, 111 Pittsburgh Street, Scottdale. Local artists include: Linda King (Christian}, Sandy Lusco Huffman, (Christian, Country/ Bluegrass), Jeff Marton, (Christian), Jamie Harris (Mr. Elvis Presley), Dave Gasbarra & The Gas Band (singer/songwriter), Senful da Iceman (Hip Hop), Terry's Union (Accoustic Trio), Randy Taylor (MC) and C-Note Carlton,
September 2016 ————————————————————————————————————————— Tickets are $30 and there is limited quality available. Period dress is encouraged! For more info or tickets, call 724-684-8460. FREE LUNCH – 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., free lunch offered to all. Served at the Mantle Mission House Resale Store, 132 South Water Street, West Newton.
Singer/Songwriter/Producer. Tickets are available by calling the Charleroi Area Historical Society. To order online go to http://www.geyerpac.com/ or 724-887-0887. Tickets are $15. SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS DINNER – 3-6:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church of Monongahela. Adults: $9 each – Children under 10: $6 each. PUMPKIN SEED SPITTING CONTEST – Festivities begin at 11 a.m. at the South Park Fair Grounds, Corrigan Drive. Part of South Park Community Day. SIMERAL SQUARE BREW FEST – 5 p.m., Simeral Square, West Newton. The night will be filled with the new sounds of Shot of Soul. Craft beers. Homemade Oktoberfest foods. If you have any questions, call 724-872-0100. Proceeds donated to DWNI from Bloom Brew. SOLID GOLD OLDIES DANCE – at Bentleyville Eagles from 6 – 9 p.m. For more info, call Geno at 724-592-5264 or 724-7165718 ROARING TWENTIES DINNER – 6 p.m. The Monessen Historical Society is holding this fundraiser. The dinner will be held at Jozwiak Hall, St. Vincent DePaul.
CAR CRUISE - LifeSpan’s Mon Valley Center at Olympia will hold its 2nd Annual Car Cruise at the Olympia Shopping Center (4313 Walnut Street, McKeesport). Rain Date: Saturday, September 24. Noon to 4 p.m. (pre-registration 10 a.m. - noon). Entry fee: $5. All cars and trucks are welcome. Live DJ, food and beverages, dash plaques, 50/50 raffle, bake sale, indoor craft show. Trophies awarded at 3:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit LifeSpan Mon Valley @ Olympia Senior Resource Center. Contact: Jerry Stankovich 412-310-4656 / Michelle or Marcy @ the Center 412-664-5434 for event registration. SEPTEMBER 18 STEPPIN' OUT SUNDAY – 5-9 p.m., Brentwood VFW, 3801 SR 51. Scavenger Hunt Dance. DJ Mark Peters will be giving a HUSTLE dance lesson at 5:30 followed by lots of swing, cha-cha, waltz, hustle and slow dancing. $10 admission, 50/50, door prizes. Bar will be available. Like us on Facebook at “Steppin' Out Sunday” for details or contact Denise at 412-519-3559. WEST NEWTON LIBRARY ANNUAL TEA – 2 p.m., Le Grande Room, Great selection of tea foods, plenty of fabulous items to choose from at the Chinese auction and silent tea pot auction. Tickets are on sale now for just $15 and can be purchased at the West Newton Library or at Gary's Chuck Wagon. CAR & BIKE CRUISE – 12-4 p.m., Ultimate Structures, 4031 Pittsburgh Road, Belle Vernon. $5 entry. Cash drawing at 4 p.m. for all entries. To pre-register, please call 724-912-8445 you can email ultimatestructures@yahoo.com.
messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————— 7
————————————————————————————————————————— 8 messengerpaper.com
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
PLACES to GO THINGS to SEE STUFF to DO SEPTEMBER 19 GOLF OUTING - Pleasant Hills Rotary will be hosting at the Riverview, Golf Course in Bunola. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with putting contest at 8:45 a.m. and tee-off at 10 a.m. Drink and hot dog at the turn. Dinner immediately following golf. Team and individual skill prizes. Hole in one for a car provided by Benson Lincoln. $90 per person. $30 for dinner only. 100% of the profits will benefit Pleasant Hills Rotary charities and projects. To RSVP, contact Robert Weiss at 412-551-6015. MONDAY NIGHT BINGO - 6:15p.m., West Newton Center for Active Adults, 103 E. Main St., West Newton. Call for details 724-872-4976. TOWN HALL MEETING – 7 p.m. at Monongahela Volunteer Fire Department’s Social Hall. This year’s topic is “Political Platforms of the 49th District Congressional Candidates”. MARC will host Alan Benyak, the Democrat candidate, and Bud Cook, the Republican nominee, in this open town hall discussion which is open to the public.
SEPTEMBER 20 AFTERNOON BINGO – 1 p.m., Center on the Hill, 100 Summit Road, Belle Vernon. $7 admission at the door, Payout $10 regular games, 2 specials and a $100 coverall jackpot. Ham BBQ and baked goods will be available for purchase. For more info, contact the Center at 724-930-8512. SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA REGISTERED NURSES CLUB - 9:30 a.m., Hamilton Presbyterian Church, 4500 Hamilton Road in Bethel Park. Speaker is Kristen Mertz MD, MPH. Her topic is "Update on Zika Virus." All nurses welcome. Contact Pat at 724-229-7577 for more info. SEPTEMBER 21 FALL 2016 CAREER EXPO - 11:30 a.m. 4 p.m., DoubleTree by Hilton, Racetrack Road. Job seekers - find a job in diverse fields such as health care, info technology, manufacturing, retail, human services, the oil and gas industry, and much more. Event is free! Employers, recruiters and schools, find your next employee at the 2016 Fall Career Expo.
SEPTEMBER 23 BRIAN ANSELMINO MEMORIAL GOLF OUTING -Quicksilver Golf Club, 2000 QuickSilver Road, Midland, PA; Phone: 724-796-1594; Format: 4-Person, Best Ball Scramble; Cost: $150 Per Golfer (Includes golf, cart, beverages, breakfast, lunch, and dinner); 6:45 – 7:30 a.m. - Registration and complimentary breakfast; 8 a.m. - Buzzer start (Hot dog lunch at the turn);1 – 4 p.m. – Dinner and celebration, silent auction. Email info@briananselmino.org for more information, or visit www.briananselmino.org. SEPTEMBER 24 FLEA MARKET - 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Pleasant Hills American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Flea Market at 650 Old Clairton Road. 100% of the proceeds go to helping the veterans. APPLE FEST – 12-6 p.m., Greenock U. M. Church, 1213 Greenock Buena Vista Road in Elizabeth Township. Barbecued chicken and pork, apple dumplings and other apple treats. Haluski, slaw, baked beans, pasta salad, kielbasi and hot dogs. Children’s attractions. For details, call 412-751-7726.
NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIP ANNUAL BONFIRE - 6:30 to 10 p.m., Nottingham Township Complex, Eighty Four. Free Event: Bonfire, 3 Sides Band, free food and refreshments. 50/50 raffle to benefit: Guardian Angel Medical Service Dogs for Veterans. Info: www.nottinghamtwp.com. ANNUAL MONESSEN FALL FEST – 12-4 p.m., City Park Amphitheater. Music by local bands. Food, vendors, and kids activities. Car Cruise. Admission is free, food will be available for purchase. Info: email us at monessenamphitheater@gmail.com. FIRST ANNUAL PIE-OFF – 12-4 p.m., Monessen Fall Festival. Any and all bakers are welcome to participate! Entrance into the contest is free and there will be a prize awarded to the first place winner. Submissions must be dropped off by 1:30 p.m. If you would like more info, contact the Monessen Amphitheater Secretary, Karla Spangler, by email at monessenamphitheater@gmail.com, or phone at 570-204-6969.
Walk With Us 13th Annual MVH/Lois Orange Ducoeur Breast Cancer Walk Saturday, Oct. 8 Registration, 9 a.m.; Walk, 10 a.m. The Market House 423 McKean Ave., Charleroi One- or two-mile fun walk to support the prevention, early detection and treatment of breast cancer in our community at Monongahela Valley Hospital.
For more info or to register, visit monvalleyhospital.com, call 724-258-1855 or email MMarion@monvalleyhospital.com MVHDucoeurWalk
MonValleyHospitalPA
@MonValleyHospPA #MonValleyGoesPink MM/MM-MVM/8-16
September 2016 ————————————————————————————————————————— CARD PARTY - 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch will be served at 12 p.m., South Hills Country Club. The 17th Annual Scholarship Fund Raiser Card Party proceeds will be used for scholarships in 2017 given by the Southwestern Pennsylvania Registered Nurses Club. The public is invited to attend. There will be raffles, Chinese auction, Share the Wealth, etc. Cost is $30. Call Betty at 412-655-9420 for reservations. HISTORY THROUGH A WOMAN'S EYES - First Tour: 9 a.m.. Meet many of Monongahela’s women of the past who will tell the stories of important town events as seen through their eyes. Registration in Chess Park. $8. Reservations required via www.monongahelahistoricalsociety.com or by calling 724-258-2377. YE OLDE AUCTION ON THE COMMON - Chess Park, noon. Preview: 11 a.m. Costumed Historical Society members auctioning off all kinds of goodies - new items and antiques. Free admission. Lite tasties of olde for purchase. Part of "Keep the Museum Open" Campaign. To be a vendor, call 724258-3824 or 724-454-5238. No fee to set up, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. AUTUMN ON THE AVENUE - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Belle Vernon. Join Broad Avenue merchants in Belle Vernon as they welcome fall to the Avenue. There will also be “Antiques on the Avenue” with local artisans, antique flea markets, neighborhood yard sales and sidewalk sales. We will also have Joe’s Farm Market set up on the avenue along with Martins Nursery for decorating essentials! CHILI DINNER – 4-7 p.m., Jefferson United Methodist Church, Jefferson Hills. Bowl of chili, mashed potatoes, choice of corn bread or roll, homemade dessert, drink. Children’s meal. $7 for adults, $4 for children. Eat in or take out ($ 5/pint; $10/quart). For more info, call 412-653-3222. MEMORIAL BIKE RIDE - Third Annual J. Terrence Farrell Memorial Bike Ride on the Mon Yough Bike Trail beginning at 8:30 a.m. Sponsored by the McKeesport Hospital
Foundation, along with the Lions of District 14-B. The bike ride will begin on the Youghiogheny River Bike Trail, under the Boston Bridge, with a 7.5-mile stop at the Dravo Cemetery in Buena Vista. For our experienced bikers, the ride will continue for 12.5 miles out and back to Smithon Beach for a total of 40 miles. Lunch and a ceremony at in honor of J. Terrence (Terry) Farrell. Call Belinda O’Keson at 412-678-7126 or 412956-6062 or via email at okeson2210@comcast.net. Registration fee is $25. THE CASINO GALA – 6-10 p.m., Southpointe Golf Club. Presented by the McMurray Rotary Club along with their 2nd Annual Horse Race. $75. For more information or questions – contact Alexandra at alexandramhellberg@gmail.com.
SEPTEMBER 25 SPAGHETTI DINNER – 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Center on the Hill, 100 Summit Road, Belle Vernon. Dessert and drinks included. $8 per person. Children under 5 free. BURGER BASH – 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Seven Dolors Parish on Center Street, Yukon. The Knights of Columbus, Council 3026, will be sponsoring its FINAL Burger Bash and Bake Sale. Burgers are $3 each and drinks are $1. VALLEY ART CLUB 74TH OPENING RECEPTION - Opening reception will be from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Monessen Public Library, 326 Donner Ave., Monessen. The judge this year will be Christine Kocevar, a WCCC instructor and gallery director. Refreshments will be served. The show runs through Friday, October 7, 2016. Call the library for hours at 724-684-4750. CLASSIC CAR SHOW – 12-4 p.m., Registration will open at noon and end at 2 p.m., parking lot of St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church at 185 E. Main Street, Uniontown. Rain or shine. There is a registration fee ($10) and the first 150 cars will receive dash plaques and gifts. Arnie Amber, Oldies DJ, 50-50 drawing contest, Byzantine auction and food will be featured. A golf cart shuttle will be available. Delicious
messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————— 9 foods, sandwiches, soups, halushki, baked goods, and more. Proceeds will benefit the St. John the Baptist Byzantine Church Maintenance Fund.
SEPTEMBER 28 SOLID GOLD OLDIES DANCE – at Hazelkirk American Legion from 7 – 10 p.m. For more info, call Geno at 724-592-5264 or 724-716-5718.
SEPTEMBER 26 SPAGHETTI DINNER - 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at New Eagle Social Hall, New Eagle. Spaghetti, meatballs, salad, dessert and drink. $8 for adults, $5 children. Children under 3 are free (dine in only). To-gos are available by calling 724-263-4101 or can be placed onsite. Drink not included with to-gos. Chinese auction at the Social Hall. Anyone caring to donate for the Chinese auction can drop off at Sparkles by Shell in Monongahela. FALL WREATH-MAKING CLASS – 6 p.m., Mantle House Mission Resale Store in the Community Room. $5 per person. Bring your own ribbon. You can sign up at the store, by calling 724-872-1800 or by emailing mantlehousemission@yahoo.com.
SEPTEMBER 27
SEPTEMBER 30 FALL CLASSIC GOLF OUTING – Cedarbrook Golf Course. Benefits the GRC Scholarship program. This annual event is open to the public. Individual golfers and foursome registration is currently underway. ($100/golfer). The event includes golf, with cart, morning coffee & donuts, lunch at the turn, on course beverages, buffet dinner, raffle baskets, golfer gift, skill and door prizes, and more. Sponsorship and golfer registration info available on the GRC website at http://www.greaterrostraverchamber.org/gol f-outing.htm or by calling 724-929-3329. SOLID GOLD OLDIES DANCE – Carmichaels Senior Center from 7 – 10 p.m. For more info, call Geno at 724-592-5264 or 724-716-5718.
CLOTHES 4-U - The First United Methodist Church, Belle Vernon will be open to the public 9 a.m. to noon. The clothing is free; patrons may give a free-will offering if they desire. Those wishing to drop off clothing in good condition can do so by calling724-929-4696 to make arrangements.
SEND US YOUR EVENT LISTINGS Email: news@ messengerpaper.com
Fall Apple Festival Join us for the festival. Enjoy: • Delicious Seasonal Lunch Menu • Handmade Crafts and Decorative Items • Fall Plants and Halloween Decorations • Bake Sale
Friday, Sept. 30 • 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center and the Hospital’s outdoor central plaza
For information, call 724-258-1167 Sponsored by the Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc.
MM/CL-MVM/8-16
————————————————————————————————————————— 10 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
Shoe Drive to Benefit Those in Need Locally and Globally Air Missions of Mercy is collecting shoes via a program that collects shoes for many people in other parts of the world. The collection also benefits Air Missions of Mercy. Missions of Mercy is looking for volunteers to fill a bag with 25 pairs of shoes or be willing to set up a donation box within the Mon Valley and Pittsburgh areas. Bags are available that their office at the Rostraver Airport. You can also drop any donation there as well. The collection deadline is September 15. Please note that the collection requires that used shoes been in good condition. For more information, please visit: Funds2orgs.com.
South Hills Art League Plans Art Exhibit and Sale for Fall South Hills Art League (SHAL) members will present a unique late summer / early autumn exhibit and sale at the Jewish Community Center (JCC), 345 Kane Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15234 starting Saturday, August 27, 2016 and running through Saturday, October 29, 2016 (9 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily). All sales of the various one-of-a-kind art pieces done by the talented SHAL members will benefit JCC. For more information and questions about this event, contact Bill Ceriani, exhibition chair, at 412-343-7576 or williamjceriani@msn.com.
Mon Valley Cloggers Invites Beginners to Participate in Free Lessons Clogging is a percussive dance easily described as “common folk tap dance.” The Mon Valley Cloggers are the area’s most prominent cloggers, having performed over 780 shows in southwestern Pennsylvania since organization in 1992. Clogging is good exercise and a social affair, and there are dances for all seasons. Many dance costumes are provided. All beginners will get 4 weeks free. The free lessons allow the beginners to try clog dancing before committing and buying shoes, which cost about $90 per pair. Lessons will be either Mondays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. or Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. depending which date is most preferred by new students. Lessons are in Forward Township, a short distance off PA-51. Beginners must eventually be available for regular practice, which is each Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Those who continue pay $20 for each ten-week session of lessons or regular practice. No partner is required; men or women are welcome, ages 10 and up. Bring a friend, and if you come with a friend and you both continue to the second session, it will be $10 each! Visit www.monvalleycloggers.com. For more information or to register, please call Cliff Loehr at 412-384-6442 or email ClogginCliff@comcast.net. Or you can call or text Candy Topp at 412–9835900 or email her at SweetAsCandy316@hotmail.com.
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
46th Annual Covered Bridge Festival Kicks off the Autumn Season in Washington and Greene Counties
The 46th Annual Washington and Greene Counties’ Covered Bridge Festival presented by EQT Corporation, an integrated energy company, will be hosted on September 17 and 18, 2016. Held the third weekend of September each year, this signature event kicks off the Fall festival season. The festival will be held at 10 historic covered bridge sites throughout Washington and Greene Counties, each offering a charming atmosphere and an array of activities including handmade arts and crafts, home-style food, historic re-enactments, demonstrations, children's activities and live entertainment. Admission and parking are free with many locations offering handicap accessible parking. Festival hours are 10:00am – 5:00 pm unless otherwise stated. Held rain or shine. For a map of the festival and schedules by location, go to www.visitwashingtoncountypa.com. Brownlee Bridge McGuffey Community Park Washington County
Carmichaels Bridge Carmichaels Greene County Ebenezer Bridge Mingo Creek County Park Washington County Henry Bridge Mingo Creek County Park Washington County Hughes Bridge Amwell Township Washington County Krepps Bridge Mt. Pleasant Township Washington County McClurg Bridge Hanover Township Park Washington County Pine Bank Bridge Meadowcroft Rockshelter & Historic Village Washington County White Bridge Garards Fort Greene County Wyit Sprowls Bridge East Finley Township Park Washington County
Monongahela Farmers' Market Begins to Wind Down Summer Selling Season It's September, and we're starting our last month of the Monongahela Farmers' Market for the 2016 season. The Monongahela Farmers' Market Committee would like to thank all the farmers, the vendors, the sponsors, the entertainers and the public for making this a great success. We look forward to having even more vendors next season. If you are a vendor of food only (no homemade arts or crafts) with a license, give us a call so we can put your name on the list for the 2017 season. You still have until September 30 to stock up on those fruits and vegetables you like to can for the winter time. We will keep posting throughout the rest of the year as to what we are doing; we will be donating to different organizations until the end of 2016 as well. If you have any questions, ideas, or suggestions please call us at 724-328-2834 or email us at chaneysadmin@gmail.com, or Facebook us at Monongahela Farmers Market.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
LOCAL NEWS
messengerpaper.com 11 ——————————————————————————————————————————
NEWS FROM THE DONORA HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND SMOG MUSEUM Game Nights with Our Game Films Due to the excitement generated from our ongoing game film project, we are planning on having “Game Nights” to show and relive those games with former coaches, players, cheerleaders, band members and fans. We now have enough games converted, thanks to former players, to make this happen. Look for future announcements of “Game Night” activities when we show a couple of football games to an audience at a venue in Donora that can also accommodate food and drinks. While most of the films that we have converted show mostly game footage, there are games that show brief and extended footage of cheerleaders, majorettes, band members and parents during senior night. Those games that contain that content is noted on our website. If you have any interest or have questions on exactly which games we have and which games have been converted, consult the Historical Society by voice mail or email listed below, or see the full list of games on our website under the “Game Films” tab.
Cement City Home And Walking Tour Planned for October 2 We are near capacity for our next Cement City Home and Walking
Tour that will be held on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at 1 p.m. If you have an interest in this tour or a future tour, please call or email the Society. If you have questions about the tour, please call, email or consult out website and under the “Cement City” tab.
Ken Griffey, Jr. Fan Visits Donora It's not uncommon for Stan Musial fans to visit Donora and the Historical Society from around the U.S., but in July we hosted our first Ken Griffey, Jr. fan as Ellie Miller visited us from Seattle on her way back from Cooperstown, NY after the Hall of Fame induction ceremonies of her alltime favorite player. That night she also took in the Pirates and Mariners baseball game at PNC Park. We expect Griffey other fans to follow.
Additional Info If you have any questions about the subjects mentioned above, the society, museum, meetings or possibly volunteering, stop by on Saturdays or by special appointment (with at least 72 hours-notice), email us at Donora HistoricalSociety@ gmail.com, call us at 724-823-0364 and leave a message, visit us on the web at www.DonoraHistoricalSociety.org, or follow us and like us on Facebook at “Donora Historical Society and Smog Museum.”
Monongahela Area Historical Society Offers Ghost Walks in October Join the Monongahela Area Historical Society on October 7, 8, 14, or 15 for their 18th Annual Ghost Walks. The ghost walk is a narrated walking tour through Victorian Monongahela based on true tales by local researcher Susan Bowers. At the end of the ghost walk, those on the VIP tour will enter a TBA house for an in-depth inside tour and refreshments. Tours meet at Chess Park beginning at 7:30 p.m. each night. The cost is $10 for the regular walk and $25 for VIP tour. Reservations can be made by calling 724-258-2377. Visit the website http://www.monongahelahistoricalsociety.com/ for more information and updates.
Fitness Program
————————————————————————————————————————— 12 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
Monongahela Area Historical Society Presents Program on History of Forward Township; Plans Two Historically Based Events for September The Monongahela Area Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 22, 2016 in the parlor room of the First Presbyterian Church, 609 Chess Street, Monongahela. Please enter through the Chess Street entrance. President Susan Bowers will highlight these upcoming events: “2nd Annual History Through a Woman's Eyes” and the inaugural “Ye Olde Towne Auction,” both on Saturday, September 24. Thomas Headley, former supervisor of Forward Township and chairman of the Allegheny County Farmland Preservation, will speak about the early history of Forward Township, the historic architecture of farm houses in the township, development rights, and the advent of the gas industry. Discussion with light refreshments follow speaker. The meeting is free and open to the public. For more information, visit us at http://www.monongahelahistoricalsociety.com or call 724-292-8247. MAHS Meetings are held September through May on the fourth Thursday of the month. Upcoming Events: September 24 - Living History Series Part I - History through a Woman's Eyes. First tour at 9 a.m. Come meet many of Monongahela’s women of the past who will tell the stories of important town events as seen through their eyes. Registration in Chess Park. $8. Reservations required via www.monongahelahistoricalsociety.com or by calling 724-258-2377. September 24 – Ye Olde Auction on the Common. Chess Park, noon. Preview at 11 a.m. Costumed Historical Society members auction off all kinds of goodies - new items and antiques. Free admission. Lite tasties of olde for purchase. Part of "Keep the Museum Open" Campaign. To submit items for sale or participate as a vendor, call 724-258-2377. No fee to set up. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
American Legion Post 712 Honors Their Own WWII And Korean War Era Veterans On September 3, the American Legion Post 712 in Pleasant Hills will honor their own WWII and Korean War era veterans at a dinner in the Post home at 4 p.m. The American Legion has many activities where they serve and honor veterans in the surrounding communities, but this is the very first time Post 712 is creating a special day to honor their own veterans. Specific war era dates are not only part of the criteria for eligibility to join the American Legion, but it is also very important to make sure we are including all of our veterans who served during these time periods in supportive roles, many who may have served outside of Pacific, Asian, or European theaters. The dates of eligibility to join the American Legion for these wars are: • WWII Era Dates: December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946 • Merchant Marine Dates: December 7, 1941 to August 15, 1945 • Korean War Era Dates: June 25, 1950 to January 31, 1955 There will be several speakers that evening: Former LCDR – JAG Officer – U.S. Navy and current PA Senator Guy Reschenthaler; USAF Ret. and current PA State Rep. Rick Saccone; State Rep. William C. Kortz; Pleasant Hills Mayor Robert Bootay; and Post 712 Commander Richard J. Wojnar. If you are or know of a WWII or Korean War era veteran who would like to attend this dinner with his or her family and who is not currently a member, we are currently accepting new members. Post 712 is located at 650 Old Clairton Road in Pleasant Hills.
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Rostraver Woman’s Club Launches New Season with New Executive Board, Welcomes New Members The Rostraver Woman’s Club took the summer off from meeting and will start meeting again every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Fells Methodist Church in Rostraver. The September 7, 2016 meeting is open to anyone interested in joining this small group of women who do community work. Membership is open yearround and the Rostraver Woman’s Club is happy to announce two new members installed over the summer. Darla Caley and Diane Shreve were sponsored by Melanie Patterson (left) sponsored Darla Melanie Patterson and installed in to the Caley and Diane Shreve at the June 1, 2016 installation banquet. Club by Judy Yoskosky on June 1, 2016. Also at the June 1st banquet, the new executive board was installed: President - Barbara Mollenauer , Vice president Beata Herold, Second vice president Tamira Spedaliere, Secretary - Alice Bialon and Treasurer - Marie Pirilla. The executive board has been busy planning for the upcoming year and will share the scheduled programs with members and guest at the September 7 meeting. In addition, at the September 7 meeting, the Club will see the annual Pictured (l-r) are: President Barbara quilt donated by Gilmore Auction Galleries to be raffled off at the October Mollenauer, Second vice president Tamira Spedaliere, Secretary Alice Bialon, 5, 2016 meeting. Treasurer Marie Pirilla being installed by If you are interested in joining Judy Yoskosky. Missing from the photo is Rostraver Woman’s Club or would like Vice president Beata Herold. to purchase a quilt raffle ticket, please contact a member of the Rostraver Woman’s Club or attend the September 7 meeting.
Brentwood Presbyterian Vendor/Craft Show Now Accepting Applications The Brentwood Presbyterian Church is now accepting applications for its vendor/craft show, to be held on Saturday, October 8, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with set-up on October 8, at 7 a.m. BPC will allow only one vendor per organization at the show (Avon, Tastefully Simple, etc.). This is based on the date the application is received with cash or check payment. No credit cards accepted. Table fee is $25, and if electricity is needed (available first come, first served), the fee is $30. Vendor/crafter space will be pre-selected. You will be provided with an 8’ table and 2 chairs. Application deadline is October 1. For more information, contact marlajo4@comcast.net.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
LOCAL NEWS
Downtown West Newton, Inc. Plans Two Fun Fall Events Downtown West Newton Inc. (DWNI) has a few dates you may want to save this fall – check out the following events: Brew & Food Fest DWNI will be kicking off fall this year with our Simeral Square Brew Fest on Saturday, September 17 starting at 5 p.m. at Simeral Square. The night will be filled with the new sounds of Shot of Soul and a great selection of craft beers from our very own Bloom Brew. There will be plenty of homemade Oktoberfest foods on hand to satisfy your appetite. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at Bloom Brew or at Gary's Chuck Wagon in West Newton. Tickets are just $12 and include 3 drink tickets (food is an additional charge). Additional drink tickets will be available at the event. You must be 21 to attend this event. If you have any questions, please give our office a call at 724-872-0100. All proceeds will be donated to DWNI from Bloom Brew.
messengerpaper.com 13 ——————————————————————————————————————————
NEWS FROM THE ‘FRIENDS’ OF SOUTH PARK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY The Friends will hold their first meeting of their new fiscal year Wednesday evening, September 14 at 7 p.m. in the township library. Members are asked to attend this meeting, which prepares for pending fall sale. Meetings usually last approximately an hour and are held 4 times a year. New members welcome.
DWNI volunteers prepare for the 2016 Brew and Food Fest. Featured (l-r) are: Marlene Yurkovich, Mary Popovich, Nancy Smith, Aaron Nelson, and Lila Nelson.
Rocktoberfest Car Featured (l-r) are DWNI members making and Bike Cruise homemade apple pies for the DWNI will host their annual Rocktoberfest Car and Bike Cruise: Lois Rocktoberfest Car and Bike Cruise on VanKirk, Barb LaFace, Judy Harvey, and Saturday, October 1, hosted by DWNI Mayor Mary Popovich. and Mayor Mary Popovich at Vine Street Park in West Newton. The event kicks off with registration at 11 a.m. and trophies being awarded at 3:30 p.m. We will have our traditional homemade Polish foods, a Chinese auction, a lottery board and much more located in the gym. Come early to get a good spot and sit back and listen to tunes spun by DJ Glen. We are currently accepting sponsors for trophies and the event. Please give our office a call at 724-872-0100 if you would like to get your name on this event.
Calvary Bible Church, N. Charleroi to Host First Responders Breakfast on September 10th Area first responders are invited to a free breakfast at Calvary Bible Church located at 990 Fourth St. Ext., North Charleroi (near the Charleroi school campus) in honor of their sacrificial service to our communities. First responders are welcome to come anytime between 8 and 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 10, 2016. Any who plan to attend are asked to call the church office at 724-483-6108 by September 2. This event is the 5th annual breakfast held in appreciation of the selfless service provided by our First responders who are willing to “run in when others are running out.” It gives us opportunity to express gratitude for the sacrifices that each make to serve and protect our communities. While some are paid servants, the vast majority volunteer their time. For this, we are ever grateful.
“Friends” Booth for Community Day The “Friends” booth for Community Day on Saturday, September 17 at the South Park County Park Fair Grounds will be their usual game: “Pick a Pop, Find the Black Dot” for 25 cents. Kids from 2- to 12 years of age are to purchase a lollipop for 25 cents. If a black dot is at end of stick, they will win a prize. Kids may try as often as they would like. Anyone older than 12 can purchase a lollipop for 25 cents, but are not eligible for a prize. The Friends, for the second year, will have something extra for anyone to play, if they wish. For any money donation to the Friends (for our library) a child or adult gives, they will have a chance to put their hand in a mysterious “HALLOWEEN BOX” and pull out a special gift. Why not give it a try! Be sure to look for the “Friends” booth near S.P. library and township booths. 2016 Fall Book Sale The Friends’ fall book sale runs Thursday, October.20, 6-8 p.m.; Friday, October 21 10-7 p.m.; and Saturday, October 22, 10-3 p.m (Saturday -“$5 a bag day”) in the Township Community Center Bldg. on Brownsville Rd. across from Bavarian Village. Have any of following items at home? Please bring them in boxes to the library beginning September 26: books (hardback, paperback, school, adult, children’s); books on tape; old records, albums, audio music tapes, CDs, DVDs, video tapes; games, puzzles, toys, stuffed toys; electronic games/equipment. Items should be dirt-free, dust-free mold-free with all parts/pieces. Please tape puzzles/game boxes closed. WE ARE NOT TAKING MAGAZINES. NO flea/garage sale items; NO encyclopedias; NO computer manuals, computer programs, disks older than one year. NO outdated materials/school books. Please recycle them at your curb. Please mark boxes with name of item(s) it contains. Proceeds benefit South Park Library.
Annual Monessen Fall Fest Planned for September 24th The Monessen Amphitheater Committee will host their annual fall festival at the City Park Amphitheater on Saturday, September 24, 2016, from noon – 4 p.m. The festival will featuring music by local bands Soulios and Hear Tonight. Soulios was the winner of the Amphitheater Committee’s June Battle of the Bands contest. Food, vendors, and kids activities will be available. A car cruise will be held as part of the festival at the Monessen City Park Walking Track and will be sponsored by Castle Blood. Details are forthcoming. A pie contest will also be held during the festival. The contest is free to enter. Admission to the event is free, and food will be available for purchase. Season sponsors include: Macabee Industries Inc. and Valley 1st Credit Union. For more information, find Monessen City Park Amphitheater on Facebook or on the web at www.monessenamphitheater.com or email us at monessenamphitheater@gmail.com.
————————————————————————————————————————— 14 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
NEWS FROM THE GREATER MONESSEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY Roaring Twenties Fundraiser Dinner To commemorate the 95th anniversary of Monessen changing from a borough to a city in 1921, the Historical Society will hold a Roaring Twenties fundraiser dinner on Saturday, September 17, 2016. T h e dinner will be held in Jozwiak Hall in the St. Vincent De Paul Society building on Grand Boulevard. Tickets are $30 each. The meal will consist of dinner favorites popular in the Roaring Twenties, such as antipasto salad, scalloped potatoes, green beans, roast beef, Chicken Romano and dessert. A speakeasy bar will furnish refreshments. Hear the hits of the Twenties and dance the Charleston. Guests are encouraged to dress in period clothing reminiscent of the Twenties. Stop at the Museum today or call 724-684-8460.
Autumn Exhibit Features Roman Catholic Churches The autumn exhibit at the Heritage Museum will focus on the five former ethnic Roman Catholic churches of the city, which were consolidated together to form the Epiphany of the Lord Church 25 years ago. Monessen’s Catholic heritage goes back to 1900 with the founding of St. Leonard’s Church, which was built to serve the Irish Catholic population of the new borough. The other churches were: Most Holy Name of Jesus (Slovak), St. Cajetan (Italian), St. Hyacinth (Polish) and St. Anthony (Croatian). If anyone has photos of church events and parishioners or items from the former churches, please bring them to the Museum during regular business hours or send scans to: monessen@verizon.net.
Mon Valley Genealogy Forum GMHS co-sponsors the Mon Valley Genealogy Forum along with Monessen Public Library & Cultural Center each month. The group meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at the Library. New members are welcome. The meetings are free and cover new research sites and genealogy in the news, as well as group discussion on family trees.
Monessen Founders Weekend The following are a list of individuals, businesses and organizations that stepped forward and provided sponsorship of our recent Monessen ‘Founders Weekend’ at Monessen City Park. Please let them know that you too appreciate their teaming with GMHS to support a great event. William Henry Donner Benefactors: Dr. Martin and Madeline Dudas East Side Land Company Pioneer: Janet Imbrescia Greyhound League: Adelene “Lena” Alvarez Black and White Society: • Douglas Education Center • Andy Dzurinko, CLU • Valley 1st Community Federal Credit Union • Mon-Valley Health Resources, Inc. • PA Rep. R. Ted Harhai • U.S. Congressman Bill Shuster • George Christy • General Joseph Yakovac, Ret. Patrons: • Great Dane Realty Inc. • Abbott Chiropractic • Monessen Knights of Columbus #954 • Frank’s Service Garage Inc. • Highway Appliance • St. Vincent DePaul Society • First Catholic Slovak Ladies Assoc. • Wm. Hans Contracting • Michael Mermigas, DMD • Dalfonso Billick Funeral Home • Joseph Nursery & Landscaping The Historical Society extends their thanks to the Pennsylvania National Guard unit in Greensburg for bringing their rock climbing wall and to Christian W. Klay Winery & Plum Run Winery, Inc. for providing a sampling of their wines. Also, thanks to Ripepi Winery & Vineyard for their donation to the raffle.
Keep Updated! Check us out on Facebook under “Greater Monessen Historical Society”. You can keep abreast of events and see photos of previous ones. Also, the website has been updated: http://monessenhistoricalsociety.com/.
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Monessen's 'Back To School Bash' Turns Away No One By Jill Brown The Monessen 'Back to School Bash' helped area children in grades K-6 prepare to gather their much-needed school supplies. The give-a-way event took place on Saturday, August 13, 2016 from 3-6 p.m. The bash also featured D.J. Smoke from Monessen and cupcakes made by Lear Pearson. The sponsor coordinated with the Monessen Historical Society to hold their event at the same time. School supplies available included 50 bookbags packed with pencils, crayons, notebooks, colored pencils, markers, and more. This was the first year for this event, and sponsor Right Way to Go, Inc. plans to “grow a little bigger for next year.” Staples was the only retailer to respond with donations, but volunteers Shelly and Deacon Drew Lepresti also took a back-to-school supply drive from their church at The Orchard Christian Fellowship in Monessen. Zenobia El-Bey of Right Way to Go, Inc. said, “I did it from my heart, so I feel great. However it turns out, I know this event will be great.” At the end, volunteer Shelly Lepresti said, “It was a success. It was very good. We had 50 bookbags with supplies and 50 kids showed up. We were able to give out bags to every kid there.”
Bry Aunna Cook, age 7, selects a bookbag for back-to-school with mom Crystal Ruffin.
Volunteers Shelly Lepresti, left, and her husband Drew Lepresti, back row, are seen here with Zenobia El-Bey, sponsor of event.
Annual ‘Fall Fleatique on the Mon’ Scheduled for October 1st Artisans, crafters, flea market, antique and food vendors are needed for the annual “Fall Fleatique on the Mon.” This fabulous event will be held in Chess Park, and throughout Monongahela and New Eagle on Saturday, October 1 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Crafters and antique dealers will be featured in Chess Park, while flea market vendors and information booths will be located on Third Street. Food vendors are need at both locations. Application deadline is September 23, 2016. Booth spaces for antique, craft and flea market vendors are 15” for $25. Food vendor spaces are 20” and include electricity for $45. This unique event is known as the largest street sale in southwestern Pennsylvania! Running along a three-mile stretch of Main Street and Routes 88, 837 and 136, in Monongahela and New Eagle, businesses, churches, and homeowners participate with yard sales, bazaars, rummage sales and garage sales. Free parking and free admission. This event is sponsored by the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. Call the Chamber at 724-258-5919 for more information, or download an application from www.monongahelaareachamber.org.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
LOCAL NEWS
messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————— 15
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS FROM THE SOUTH PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY Yard Sale The Society will hold a yard sale on Friday, September 9 and Saturday, September 10 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 6127 Pleasant Street in South Park. There will be numerous, useful items at bargain prices. Visit us to see what treasures you may find. All proceeds will benefit the South Park Historical Society Building Fund. September Meeting The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 20 at 7 p.m. at the Library Fire Hall. “Stan Musial” with guest speaker Brian Charlton is the scheduled program. All Society meetings are open to the public at no charge. October Meeting The Society’s next meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 18 at 7 p.m. at the Library Fire Hall “Strange Tales for an Autumn Night Part III” with guest speaker Keith Bastianini is the scheduled program. South Park Community Day We will be participating in the South Park Community Day which will be held on Saturday, September 17. The Society’s published book, “Historic Snowden /South Park Township,” will be on sale for $20 (tax included). Please visit our booth for some very interesting information and receive a chance on our “free drawing”. 2017 Enjoy Book The Enjoy Book will be sold by the Society again. The cost is $30 and will be available at all of the Society meetings. In addition, anyone living in the South Park area can make arrangements for delivery of their Enjoy Book to their home by calling 412-833-8160. All sales benefit the South Park Historical Society Building Fund. Oldies Dance Bash The Society is holding their annual Oldies Dance Bash on Saturday, November 12. It will be held at the Library Fire Hall from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person. There will be a dinner buffet by Cyd WestComfort Catering, BYOB - mixers and beer included and music by DJ, Todd Tkach. For tickets, call 412-835-0946. For reservations for 6 or more, call 412835-0946 before November 6. All proceeds benefit the South Park Historical Society Building Fund. For more information on the Society¸ please visit the website http.www.southparkhistoricalsociety.com.
South Park Women’s Club 23rd Annual Craft Show Now Set for Two Days The South Park Women’s Club will once again be sponsoring their wellknown and well-attended craft show at the home economics building in the South Park Fairgrounds.Kathy Butler, president of the Club, announced that the overwhelming response to participate in this year’s show has prompted the Club to open for a second day. This year’s date for the Club’s 23rd Annual Craft Show is the weekend of October 15 and 16. Each day, the show will feature over 50 skilled crafters who offer a wide variety of homemade craft items and promises a nice selection for the shoppers on both days. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition to the crafts, they will have a bake sale, raffles, and Chinese auctions. There will also be a variety of delicious refreshments to purchase for lunch or to take home. Admission is FREE. If there are any questions, contact Kathy at 412-833-1266 or spwc.craftshow@gmail.com.
FREE HEALTHY EATING
SUPERMARKET
TOUR
Sept. 15, 6-8 p.m. Fisher Heights Giant Eagle 1300 Country Club Road Monongahela
Space is limited.
Registration required, 724-258-1483 MM/CL-MVM/8-16
————————————————————————————————————————— 16 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
‘Monessen Founders Day’ Draws Crowds Despite Rain and Heat
Monessen Historical Society: FIRST ROW: Dr. Martin Dudas, Madeline Dudas, Ginny Fisfis, Daniel Zyglowicz (president). Second row: Gerry Manko, Magdelin Franceschi, Karen Cosner, Gary Strelick. THIRD ROW: Candis Kelley, Carol Waterhouse, Denive Sebesta.
By Jill Brown Founders Day of Living History was held by the Greater Monessen Historical Society at the Monessen City Park on Saturday, August 13, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday, August 14, 12 – 6 p.m. The festival is in celebration of Monessen Founder Colonel James Schoonmaker, who is honored for his services during the Civil War. The annual festival is usually full of more exhibits and attendance, however, extreme heat and two bouts of rain showers kept many away. Bob Dowler of Latrobe is shown cooking ham over a fire as in the 1860s, This is the sixth year for Founders Day quartermaster camp life. in the park. They started it out downtown on the main street where it has been since 1995, before moving it to the City Park. The Greater Historical Society has about 500 members across the United States. According to President of Greater Monessen Historical Society Daniel Zyglowicz, “We really enjoy doing this. The Monessen Park is a beautiful park. [The Festival] is a chance for people to come out to learn about the historical society, its mission statement and what we do.” New to the event this year was a rock climbing wall, provided by the National Guard Unit. Also new was Wine in the Woods. Both were set up on the walking track. Christian W. Klay Winery, of Chalkhill, and Plum Run Winery, Inc., of Brownsville offered a sampling of wine for a $5 donation. The festival was great despite a lesser crowd. Included in the event were food vendors, refreshments, a gift raffle, and firing of arms with children getting involved, too. Food cooked by volunteers featured hot dogs and sauerkraut, halushki, and kielbasa. A Civil War re-enactment crew showed living history and Joyce Dowler, a part of it, said they were “doing it to the best of our ability in the heat.” They showed camp life, tents, cooking, and replicas from the 1860s. For further information about the Greater Monessen Historical Society, follow them on Facebook.
Visit us online at www.messengerpaper.com
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
NEWS FROM WEST NEWTON'S MANTLE HOUSE MISSION AND RESALE STORE Mantle House Mission is a 501(c)3 nonprofit Christian organization. Mantle House Mission's mission statement is to provide a loving home environment to homeless and near homeless adults ages 18 to 24 years using Biblical principles to guide them as they transition into adulthood. The Mission is much more than housing. Our purpose is to house and assist young adults with independent living skills, provide them with life skills, a job/education, community service, etc. We provide mentoring to help meet their physical, behavioral and spiritual needs. Our goal is to provide immediate, necessary and long-term needs and provide guidance in helping them to make wise choices for a brighter future. The Mission is currently housing young women in this age range. For housing and assistance, please call 724-872-1800 and/or email mantlehousemission@yahoo.com. Visit our Facebook page and join our group: Mantle House Mission Resale Store. We also have a needs list posted on our Facebook page of items we can use for our Mission House. Listed below are our upcoming events: Huge Sale - Friday, September 9 and Saturday, September 10 at Mantle House Mission Resale Store. All garage contents must go! We also have a lot of books that must go. Shop at the Mantle House Mission during the West Newton festivities. The store will be open from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. both days. West Newton Festival – Friday, September 9 and Saturday, September 10. Be sure to come visit the West Newton festivities at the Vine Street Park this weekend. The store will be open until 8 p.m. both Friday and Saturday during the festivities. Mondays at Mantle – Monday, September 12, 2016 and Monday, September 26 at 6 p.m. – Fall wreath-making class will be held at the Mantle House Mission Resale Store in the Community Room. Cost is $5 per person to cover the cost of materials except ribbon. Please bring your own ribbon. Space is limited. You can sign up at the store, by calling 724-872-1800, or by emailing mantlehousemission@yahoo.com. Light snacks will be provided. Free Lunch – Saturday, September 17, 2016 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free lunch offered to all, served at the Mantle House Mission Resale Store. Mantle House Mission Resale and Bookstore – Hours of operation are: Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Browse through our six full rooms, which includes a children’s room, a bookstore, and a fully stocked garage of treasures that’s open all year round. We also accept donations of household items (we do not accept televisions) for our resale store and books in good condition for our bookstore.
Blood Drive Scheduled at American Legion Post 712 in Pleasant Hills for September 9th Please consider donating blood at the American Legion Post 712 in Pleasant Hills on September 9 from 1 – 6 p.m. Participating donors at this drive receive a limited-edition patriotic T-shirt while supplies last! For each blood donation made, $1 will be given to the veterans. To schedule an appointment, visit centralbloodbank.org, click 'Make an Appointment' and search with group code C0180029. See or contact Frank Caputo, Sr., vice commander at the Legion, or contact Terri at Central Blood Bank at 412-354-8846 or tward@itxm.org with your preferred time to donate. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are also welcome. To prepare for your donation, you should eat well, drink a lot of liquids, and bring ID. Donors must be at least 17 years of age. The blood is donated for veterans as well as the public in need of transfusions.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
LOCAL NEWS
SOUTH HILLS ART LEAGUE ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS The South Hills Art League (SHAL) new member bi-annual screening will be on Monday, September 12, 2016 at 6:00pm Schoolhouse Arts Studio, 2600 South Park Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. Pre-registration for the screening is required – no walk-ins permitted. For more information about SHAL requirements for submitted work and general information about the screening process go to the SHAL website http://southhillsartleague.org/ click on join us. To pre-register for the screening, contact Ann McCartney (412-344-1682) or Anne Trimble (412-343-0498)
September 11th Remembrance Ceremony Planned in South Park The South Park Township Board of Supervisors, in conjunction with Windover Hills United Methodist Church, is again sponsoring the annual September 11th Ceremony which will be held – rain or shine – on Sunday, September 11, 2016, at 5 p.m. The informal gathering will take place at Sunny Slope, located in the Allegheny County Park. This is the 15th year for the service. It is extremely important to remember that we are Americans and we gather on this occasion to reflect not only on the tragic events of September 11th, but to also recognize the sacrifices made by military personnel, both active and veterans, as well as those who are the first to respond to any emergency in South Park Township: the South Park Township Police Department, Broughton Volunteer Fire Department, Library Volunteer Fire Company, and Tri-Community South Emergency Medical Service. These individuals regularly place themselves in harm’s way to keep us safe and to maintain the many freedoms that we presently enjoy. Members of the Allegheny County Police Department and the Sheriff’s Department will also be in attendance. Other participants include the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, local performers, the Patriot Guard Riders and a bagpipe player. South Park Township officials invite everyone to attend the memorial ceremony, which will include patriotic songs and the distribution of American flags. The Boy Scouts will be collecting old, worn flags that will be retired at a later date during a formal ceremony. The parking lot of Windover Hills United Methodist Church can be used to accommodate any parking overflow, and the church will be used for the ceremony in the event of rain. Refreshments and beverages will be served immediately after the ceremony at Windover Hills United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. It is our love of country and community that unites us as a nation. Please join us on September 11th to reflect on the 15-year anniversary of this poignant event.
messengerpaper.com 17 ——————————————————————————————————————————
————————————————————————————————————————— 18 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Save the Date
St. Thomas A’ Becket to Hold 10th Annual Golf Outing on October 10th St. Thomas A’ Becket Parish is sponsoring their 10th annual golf outing at the South Hills Country Club on Monday, October 10, 2016. This annual one-day event has raised over $285,000 for the parish. Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the St. Thomas A’ Becket Recreation Center. This project entails the renovation of the old church to become a recreation facility for the youth of St. Thomas A’ Becket Parish. The golf outing registration fee includes range balls, golf, cart, lunch, cocktails, dinner, and prizes. Live entertainment will be provided by Chris Higbee, formerly of PovertyNeck Hillbillies. Registration, sponsorships, and credit card payments are accepted online at: http://birdeasepro.com/sttb10. Payment and registration forms can also be mailed to Ben Huber at 118 Pleasant View Court, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Checks are to be made payable to St. Thomas A’ Becket Church. Non-golfers are welcome and encouraged to attend the dinner only. Table reservations can be made for up to 10 guests per table by calling Debbie Madden at 412-655-9335.
Trucks, Tractors, & Trolleys Return to the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum will host its annual event Trucks, Tractors and Trolleys on Sunday, September 11, 2016. The event runs from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. with the last trolley leaving at 4 p.m. Visitors of this event will have the opportunity to view many different types of trucks from the classic pick-ups to modern construction trucks. There will be a collection of classic tractors, trolley rides, tours of the Trib Total Media Trolley Display Building, and a WWII encampment on the museum's campus. Children’s activities will be held in the museum’s Electric Park, weather permitting. Operation Lifesaver and Pet Search will both have booths set up during the event. Admission to the event is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors (ages 62+) and $7 for children (ages 3-15). Tri-State Antique Truck Club and the Washington & Greene County Antique Tractor Association will be the organizations bringing in a large majority of our trucks and tractors. But those interested in registering their truck or tractor may do so the day of the event! There is no fee to register your vehicle and the first 75 registrants will receive a metal commemorative dash plaque! Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Directions to the Museum: take I-79 to Exit 41 Racetrack Road and follow the blue signs approximately four miles to the Museum. For further information call 724-228-9256 or visit http://www.patrolley.org.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
St. John Byzantine Catholic Church Plans 11th Annual Classic Car Show St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church will hold its 11th Annual Classic Car Show on Sunday, September 25, 2016 in the parking lot of the church at 185 E. Main Street, Uniontown. Registration will open at noon and end at 2 p.m. after which the car show will be held until 4 p.m. RAIN or SHINE. There is a registration fee ($10) and the first 150 cars will receive dash plaques and gifts. More than 25 trophies will be awarded. Classes will include 1900-1930, 1931-1950, 1951-1960, 1961-1965, 1966-1970, 1971-1976, 1977-1987, 1988-2000, street rod/ modified, trucks 1959 and older and 1960-2000. No judging for 2001 and newer. Arnie Amber, Oldies DJ, 50-50 drawing contest, Byzantine auction and food will be featured. A golf cart shuttle will be available. Delicious foods, sandwiches, soups, halushki, baked goods, and more. Proceeds will benefit the St. John the Baptist Byzantine Church Maintenance Fund.
LOCAL NEWS
messengerpaper.com 19 ——————————————————————————————————————————
————————————————————————————————————————— 20 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
"Quilts and the Underground Railroad" is Theme of Charleroi Area Historical Society September Program The Charleroi Area Historical Society cordially invites its members, members of other societies, and members of the surrounding communities to a really special program on Monday, September 19. The focus will be on the Underground Railroad, which always grabs the hearts of those who have been intrigued with its significant role in the history of all country, especially as it relates to the emancipation of slaves. Our special quest speaker will be Tom Mainwaring, who is currently working on a book about the local Underground Railroad. Hopefully, Tom will grab the hearts of those who come to hear him examine the possibility that quilts were used as secret codes for slaves who were making preparations for or actually escaped from slavery. He will analyze the myths and realities of the role quilts played in the Underground Railroad. Tom Mainwaring is chair and professor of history at Washington & Jefferson College, where he has taught since 1989. He received his BA from Yale University and his PhD in history from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. The Charleroi Area Historical Society hold its monthly meetings (March November) in Riverside Place (the Senior Citizens room) 301 SPHS Center/Chamber Plaza, (formerly Montgomery Ward) in Charleroi. Look for directional signs at the corner of Fifth & McKean Avenues and in the Plaza. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments are served. Admission is free. All are welcome to attend. Call for information about this program or membership in the society: 724-483-4961 (the historic Goaziou Print Shop/home of CAHS, Inc.) or Ken Thompson, program coordinator, at 724-925-1742.
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Westmoreland County Parks & Recreation Citizens Advisory Board Plans “Green Luncheon” for September 22nd The 13th annual Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation Citizens Advisory Board’s Green Luncheon will be held on Thursday, September 22 at the Twin Lakes Park Expansion site on Georges Station Road in Greensburg. Anyone who shares a desire to provide quality parks and recreation facilities in Westmoreland County is welcome to attend. Luncheon attendees are asked to arrive by 11:30 a.m. at Pavilion #10 and a buffet lunch of fresh and local foods catered by One Eleven restaurant of Greensburg will begin promptly at 11:45 a.m. The meal will be followed with a ceremony recognizing those who support the Westmoreland County Parks through donations and outstanding service. Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased by calling Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation at 724-830-3962 before September 13. The Green Luncheon was begun in 2003 to honor those who generously support Westmoreland County’s ten parks and five trails throughout the year. This year, the event will also highlight recently added and proposed recreation facilities throughout the Westmoreland County park system, such as the planning and future construction of 5.9 miles of Turtle Creek Extension of the Westmoreland Heritage Trail from Export to Murrysville. Other proposed projects include an off-leash dog park and improvements to Cedar Creek Park, upgrades to the Giant Slide at Mammoth Park, as well as accessible improvements to restrooms and pavilions and a variety of other projects throughout the Westmoreland County park system.
LifeSpan’s Mon Valley Center Will Hold 2nd Annual Car Cruise LifeSpan’s Mon Valley Center at Olympia will hold its 2nd Annual Car Cruise at the Olympia Shopping Center (4313 Walnut Street, McKeesport) on Saturday, September 17 (rain date is Saturday, September 24) from noon to 4 p.m. (preregistration is from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.). Entry fee is $5. All cars and trucks are welcome. Activities include a live DJ, food and beverages, dash plaques, a 50/50 raffle, a bake sale, and an indoor craft show. There is air-conditioned space available that seats up to 100 guests. Trophies will be awarded at 3:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit LifeSpan Mon Valley @ Olympia Senior Resource Center. CONTACT: Jerry Stankovich 412-310-4656 or Michelle or Marcy at the Center at 412-664-5434 for event registration.
Sausage and Pancake Breakfast Planned by Mingo Creek Presbyterian Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church, located at 561 Mingo Church Road, Finleyville (corner of Mingo Church Road and Route 88) will hold a sausage and pancake breakfast on Saturday, September 17, 2016. Breakfast costs $6 and will run from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Additionally, there will also be a flea market and bake sale. Flea market spaces are available for $10. Reservations are suggested but not required. Call Bryan at 412-886-7435 (leave a message) to secure a space.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
Let's Talk Real Estate by ROGER DOLANCH Broker/Owner
Selecting the “Right” Home Whether you are a first-time home buyer or not, the decision to buy a home is both exciting and frightening. After all, when you enter into an Agreement of Sale, the home you’ve chosen will be your home for the next several years. Not only should you feel emotionally satisfied by your choice, but you should also feel financially comfortable. You want to buy a home that you can afford, hold its value, or even increase in value over the years. While no one can know for sure what will happen to housing values, if you make the choice to buy a home that meets your needs and priorities you’ll be happy to live in it for years to come.
Neighborhood or Home Amenities? For some home buyers, living in a particular neigh-
Tap into the power of the Messenger. Call today to learn more. 412.249.8177
LOCAL NEWS
messengerpaper.com 21 ——————————————————————————————————————————
borhood takes precedence over all other priorities. For other people, the home itself matters more. Ideally, you’ll find the “right” home for your household in the neighborhood you love at a price that’s within your budget. The reality is that practically everyone makes some compromises when buying a home, even including new construction. It is a good idea to include all members of the household in the creation of a “wish list” of what features are wanted in a home. After that discussion, review the list with everyone and rank them in terms of priorities. The most important decision will often revolve around whether the house or the community matters more. Is it worth it to make a longer commute in order to live in a home with a larger lot?
Know When to Compromise Once you’ve determined whether the location or the house itself matters most, you will more than likely compromise on some of you the amenities on your list. If the location is the most important factor for your home choice but you find that homes are priced above your budget, You can compromise in several ways: • Look for a different home type within the community you want, such as a smaller single-family home, a town home or condominium. Decide if you can live with one less bedroom or any other features on your list. • Consult with a lender or a financial planner to discuss your options for possibly increasing your budget
without placing too much stress on the household budget. While no one should overspend on a home, you should recognize that going $10,000 above your price range when you’re financing your purchase with a 30-year fixed-rate loan will actually add only less than $30 to your monthly payment (depending on your interest rate). • Lower your expectations about the condition of the home. Everyone needs to understand that there is no such thing as an absolutely “perfect” house. While everyone prefers a move-in ready home, you can often get a better deal on a home that needs some repairs or cosmetic upgrades. Be cautious though, and make your offer contingent upon a home inspection to evaluate the condition of the home to see that, all things considered, it is realistic and do-able. Keep in mind that moving walls and adding a bathroom are costly renovations, while painting and replacing appliances are more reasonable. Your CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty professional can help you determine when and how to compromise and will take the time to show you a variety of alternatives so you can make an informed decision about when to make the move on the “right” house for you and your family.
Finleyville 724-348-7470 Belle Vernon 724-929-2180 McMurray 724-941-8680
Century 21 Frontier Realty Names Cheri Agostinelli Agent of the Month Century 21 Frontier Realty is pleased to recognize the success of Cheri Agostinelli. Specializing in both Cheri Agostinelli new construction and residential resale, Cheri has been a valued member of our firm since 1997. She earned recognition as a Quality Service Producer and received a Platinum Level award. Congratulations to Cheri!
————————————————————————————————————————— 22 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
UPCOMING EVENTS AT PETERS TOWNSHIP RECREATION CENTER Peters Township Park and Recreation Department is offering the following programs and events at the Community Center. All classes, including youth/teen and adult programs, can be viewed at www.peterstownship.com on the Parks and Recreation web page. The Rec Center is located at 700 Meredith Drive, Venetia. Fall Fun Preschool Program (AGES 3-5) Minimum 6 – Maximum 20 Celebrate the first day of fall! Children will play games and make a unique craft while learning about the season. Instructor: Recreation Staff Day: Thursday, September 22 Time: 10 – 11 a.m. Fee: $5 Member / $8 Non-Member Location: Shelter 4, Peterswood Park Haunted Trail - Volunteers Needed The Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department is looking for volunteers to help at our Haunted Trail. If you like scaring people, storytelling or need service hours, we would love to talk to you! We are looking for storytellers (high school - adult) to narrate the story line and lead groups through our Haunted Trail, as well as scene actors (ages 13 years & up). Call (724) 942-5000 or email ltaylor@peterstownship.com for details and to sign up! Meeting Dates/Times: • Wednesday, September 14 @ 7 p.m. • Wednesday, September 21 (meeting time TBA) • Wednesday, September 28 @ 7 p.m. • Wednesday, October 5 (walk through) @ 6 p.m. • Haunted Trail Event Dates: October 7 & 8, 7:30 – 10 p.m. One-Day Bus Trip - Country Music Christmas Get into the spirit of the Christmas season with a red carpet welcome and delicious buffet plus a country music Christmas show at the Ramada Ligonier. The musical Christmas show features the best of country artists’ holiday songs performed by the Alabaster singers. After some shopping time at the more than 60 unique specialty shops in historic downtown Ligonier, you will enjoy wine tasting at Stone Villa Winery. Your last stop of the day will be a visit to Overly’s Country Christmas, where you will drive through the light display and see the live nativity and train display. Register at the Peters Township Community Recreation Center or online: www.peterstownship.com. Trip provided by the Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department and Lenzner Tour and Travel. Date: December 7, 2016 Departure: 10 a.m. Return: 8:15 p.m. $107 per person (adults only) Fee includes taxes, meal, and driver gratuity
Save the Date
Monongahela Woman’s Club Plans 2016 Vendor Show for October 10th The Monongahela Woman’s Club will be holding a vendor show on Monday, October 10 at the Monongahela Fire Hall. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and festivities will continue until 9 p.m. Vendors from around the region will be on site to sell jewelry, purses, candles, books, cosmetics, and many other craft items. Door prizes will be awarded every 15 minutes. Half-the-take and Chinese auction baskets will be available. All money raised will go towards helping many community projects that are sponsored by The Monongahela Woman’s Club. For information about the event, please contact Dana Sager at 412-977-2966 or Diana Stillwagon at 724-258-2842.
Monongahela Donora Area Lions Club Provides Braille Writer to Local Resident The Monongahela Donora Area Lions Club recently presented Ray Bolt with a much need braille writer. Pictured (l-r) are Lion Cathy Waller, Ray Bolt, and Lion Bill Waller.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
Valley Art Club Hosts 74th Opening Reception for Annual Exhibition The annual Valley Art exhibition begins Sunday, September 25, 2016. The opening reception will be from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Monessen Public Library, 326 Donner Ave., Monessen. The judge this year will be Christine Kocevar, a WCCC instructor and gallery director. Refreshments will be served. The show runs through Friday, October 7, 2016. Please call the library for hours at 724-684-4750
West Jefferson Hills Historical Society Plans Fall Festival for Oct. 8 West Jefferson Hills Historical Society is hosting their Annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at the Borough of Jefferson Hills Municipal Center & Grounds, 925 Old Clairton Road, Jefferson Hills. The event is fun for the entire family and will take place from 1 – 5 p.m. Additional parking will be in the parking lot of the new Public Works Complex adjacent to the Municipal Center. Shuttle service from parking lot to the the Municipal Center will be provided from 1 to 5:30 p.m. There will be a craft show with over 25 crafters and vendors, a food and bake sale, children’s games/ prizes/crafts in the tent on grounds, great basket auctions, balloon animals, fall memory photos, borough fire trucks, and pumpkin painting/face painting. Please bring a non-perishable food item or toiletry to donate toWest Elizabeth Food Bank. For more information, please call 412655-7741.
LOCAL NEWS
messengerpaper.com 23 ——————————————————————————————————————————
————————————————————————————————————————— 24 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
West Newton Community Festival Set for September 9 - 11 The 31st Annual West Newton Community Festival will be held this year on Friday, September 9, Saturday, September 10, and Sunday, September 11, 2016. The event will take place at Vine Street Park in West Newton. Attendees will enjoy live entertainment, music, kids activities, contests, 50/50 drawings, vendor booths, a parade and more! For questions or additional information, please visit www.WestNewtonFestival.weebly.com or email westnewtonfestival@yahoo.com.
See page 19 for complete schedule of events!
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Save the Date
'Ye Olde Auction on the Common' Slated for September 24th; Vendors Needed The Monongahela Area Historical Society is hosting 'Ye Olde Auction on the Common' on September 24, 2016, Chess Park, Monongahela. The auction will take place at noon with a preview at 11 a.m. Admission is free. To submit items for sale, please call 724-258-2377. To participate as a crafter or vendor, please call 724-258-3824 or 724-454-5238. Food vendors are also needed. There is no fee to set up. For more information, visit www.monongahelahistoricalsociety.com/.
Rostraver Township Historical Society Plans Program on Confederate Cavalry on September 8th The Rostraver Township Historical Society met at the old Fells Church in regular meeting on Thursday, August 11, 2016 at 6 p.m. The program at 7 p.m. was presented by Edward Falvo of the Elizabeth Twp Historical Society. The topic was the Lewis & Clark Expedition in 1804 to find a land route to the Pacific Ocean. Mr. Falvo accompanied the expedition as the medical doctor, dressed in period clothing, and displayed many of the medicines used at that time. Mr. Falvo explained that Captain Lewis researched for approximately 18 months studying from various doctors that time period. Mr. Falvo displayed and discussed many of the remedies used and some derivatives that are still in use today. There were many picture albums of the 1804-1806 anniversary expedition on display for the members to view. Chairman Charles McCormick will be presenting on September 8, 2016 at 7 p.m. Major John Brasuk of the 1st Virginia Calvary with his wife, Stormy, will give a program on Confederate Cavalry of the Civil War. Stormy will talk briefly on her role. The public is always welcome for these historical programs at Rostraver Twp Historical Society
Visit us online at www.messengerpaper.com
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
LOCAL NEWS
Charleroi Pageant Provides Beauty Indoors Despite Rainy Day Outdoors
messengerpaper.com 25 ——————————————————————————————————————————
21+ Night Fundraiser Planned for Monessen Library The first-ever 21+ night at Monessen Library is set for September 10, 2016 at 7 p.m. The event will feature hors d'oeuvres, tastings, music, networking, games, local beers, wines, and whiskeys, a library open house, and more! Tickets will be sold $12 pre-sale (available at the library, 326 Donner Ave.) and $15 at the door. 21+ only, IDs at door. Proceeds will bene?t The Monessen Public Library and the 500 Donner Fund (with Community Foundation of Fayette County). Your ticket includes a complementary drink of your choice. Additional drinks can be purchased at the event.
Pictured are (l-r): Dawson Fair Queen Olivia Lowther, 17, of Vanderbilt; Mrs. Mid Mon Valley Natalie Romano of Monongahela; Miss Teen Mid Mon Valley Morgan Perry, 13, of Perryopolis; and Miss Mid Mon Valley Deven McQuay of Bentleyville.
By Jill Brown The second annual Miss Mid Mon Valley pageant had to be moved to its sponsor's location – Zelenski Bridal and Prom Shoppe in Charleroi – from the original Market House location because of the rain. The pageant was held on Saturday, July 30, 2016, at 11 a.m. It was free of charge and all were welcome to attend. The big crowd was standing-room only. Pageant director Jennifer Watkins-Vinsick, who won the title of Miss Mid Mon Valley in 1994 and later Miss Pageant Director Pennsylvania USA, charmed as announcer. She said, Jennifer “I’m excited as always. It’s definitely a different year due Watkins–Vinsick to the fact that it’s raining.” It was an all-ages competition in nine divisions, ranging from Baby Mid Mon Valley for contestants up to 11 months to the Mrs. Mid Mon Valley division for women 18 and older. Miss Mid Mon Valley was for 16to 18-year-olds. Every contestant was beautiful and had something different to offer. Winners of Miss Mid Mon Valley and Miss Teen Mon Valley are awarded a $200 gift certificate toward their entry in the Miss Pennsylvania Teen USA and Miss Pennsylvania USA pageants. There is also the honor of the title, the crown and the banner, plus parades and appearances. Awards were given out for a variety of unique categories such as best-dressed, nicest hair, and best smile. They all competed in photogenic, personality and evening gown divisions. Watkins-Vinsick concluded, “I think we have a good group of girls (about 20) and their families to support them. God only gives us what we can handle, and we can handle this [change of location for the day]. It’s about building self-esteem in these girls that’s going to help them not only in this, but in college and in life.”
Fall Bunco Party Scheduled for October 2nd The Vernon Bells are hosting a fall bunco party on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at 1 p.m. at the Riverside Place Senior Center, Charleroi. Men, women and children (aged 12 and up) are cordially invited for an afternoon of Bunco, lunch and prizes. Donation: $10. Please call 724-736-0354 for information and tickets.
————————————————————————————————————————— 26 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Ringgold Rams Booster Club to Honor 2016 Hall of Fame Inductees Dinner Banquet Tickets Set To Go On Sale in Late September With the goal of recognizing outstanding alumni, members the Ringgold Rams Booster Club, Inc., established in 2006, are working to honor the class of 2016. The Hall of Fame Banquet, the organization’s major fundraiser, will be held in the Ringgold High School Cafeteria on Saturday, November 5, at 5:30 p.m. Funds raised at the $40 per plate dinner are geared toward the advancement of the arts, academic and athletic programs as well as improvement of facilities and the quality of education throughout the Ringgold school system. Executive Director Brad Bassi and President Carl Crawley, are especially pleased that monies raised in 2015, in excess of $5,000, were awarded to six programs throughout the district. These programs are: • A lifetime membership for Education.com and the ‘Brainzy Learning Program’ for use by teachers at Ringgold Elementary North. • An “Elmo Projector” was purchased to enhance math learning. • Materials for the autistic unit. • A fee was provided for participation in the Science Olympiad Program. • Chair pockets to hold books and folders for second grade students. • Monies for the development and implementation of Summer STREAM Camp have been made available. The Booster Club committee has been in contact with this year’s seven honorees and the family of one posthumous inductee. Comprising the outstanding class of 2016 are: • Ryan Cook, (RHS class of 1990)
academic and athletic standout and successful financial advisor. • Dr. James Duda, (DHS class of 1959) Doctor of Science in Engineering and Administration working with the NASA Space Program. • Jim Garry (posthumous) graduate of MHS, Pennsylvania Football Hall of Fame coach of numerous professional players and coaches. • Doug Haniford, (RHS class of 1987) owner and publisher of the South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger community newspaper. • Susan F. Hirsch, (DHS class of 1978) a cultural anthropologist and author. • Chuck Smith (MHS class of 1973) academic and athletic standout and business owner. • Tom Urbanik, (DHS class of 1960) academic and athletic standout from high school through his professional career. • Michael Weiss, (DHS) tax attorney and co-founder and Managing Director of Keevican Weiss Bauerle and Hirsch LLC. The HOF Banquet is a popular and well attended event. Please mark the date and call for tickets. Tickets will be available at Devore Hardware 437 West Main Street, Monongahela, Pa. (phone 724-258-7100). The Ringgold Rams Booster Club’s Board of Directors is always seeking information on alumni who graduated from Donora High School or Monongahela High School. President Carl Crawley can be reached at Devore Hardware.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
LOCAL NEWS
messengerpaper.com 27 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Brian Anselmino Memorial Golf Outing Set for Sept. 23 BRIAN ANSELMINO MEMORIAL GOLF OUTING
A memorial golf outing is being held on September 23, 2016 in honor of former New Eagle and Canonsburg resident Brian Anselmino.
When: Friday, September 23, 2016 Where: Quicksilver Golf Club, 2000 QuickSilver Road, Midland, PA 15060 (Phone: 724-796-1594)
Time: • 6:45 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. A memorial golf outing has been put togethRegistration and complimener to honor the life and legacy of former New tary breakfast Eagle and Canonsburg resident Brian • 8 a.m. - Buzzer start (Hot Anselmino and to raise funds for two annual dog lunch at the turn) scholarships for local high school students. • 1:00 – 4 p.m. – Dinner and This year’s golf outing will take place on Friday, celebration, Silent auction September 23, 2016 at Quicksilver Golf Club in Midland, PA. Format: 4-Person, Anselmino, a Ringgold High School and Best Ball Scramble Duquesne University standout basketball playCost: $150 Per Golfer er and Canonsburg community volunteer, trag(Includes golf, cart, beverically lost his life in an automobile accident on ages, breakfast, lunch, and February 22, 2014. His love for his family, dinner) friends, co-workers and volunteering his time Dinner celebration only: $40 with youth will never be forgotten. The Brian per person Anselmino Memorial Fund (BAMF) has been established so that his life's work and passion Register Today! can continue. All proceeds from the golf outing Please visit our website at will benefit BAMF, which provides two scholwww.briananselmino.org and arships annually to graduating high school stuprint, fill out, and mail the dents at Ringgold and Canon-McMillan registration form with a School Districts, as well as other charitable check payable to: causes. Come out and enjoy a day of golf with Brian Anselmino Brian's family, friends and supporters in Memorial Fund remembrance of a great son, husband, father, C/O Vince Eannace friend and individual. For more information, 3328 Washington Rd. please visit www.briananselmino.org. McMurray, PA 15317 If you would like to make a monetary donation, volunteer, become a sponsor, or donate an item for the silent auction for the golf outing, please contact us via email at: info@briananselmino.org.
Knights of Columbus Holds Shoe Drive Through September 15th Council 3026 of the Knights of Columbus is collecting gently used shoes and new shoes until September 15 with drop-off points at Holy Family Parish, West Newton and Seven Dolors Parish, Yukon. We cannot accept torn or “holes in soles” shoes but are accepting all other shoes, including work boots, sneakers, sandals and slippers for men, women, and children. For more information, please call Kevin at 724-516-6315 or Bill at 724-256-6042.
$$ CASH $$ for all grades of Scrap:
®Tin
®Aluminum
®Copper
®Wire
4yd-40yd Dumpsters: ®Construction and cleanout 60-120yd Trailers: ®Large Demolition
412-835-6428
www.mbhauling.com 5331 McAnulty Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15236 *Mention this add and receive a free magnet for recycling.
————————————————————————————————————————— 28 messengerpaper.com
LOCAL NEWS
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Rostraver Public Library Presents Versatile Performer Cahal Dunne The Rostraver Public Library will host an evening of entertainment starring Cahal Dunne on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at the Rostraver Central Fire Hall. Planned as the library’s fall fundraiser, the program features Ireland’s “Happy Man,” so-called for the song he performed in the international Eurovision contest representing his native land. The song went on to become a hit in Europe, but the economy in the 1970s made him set out to explore his options in the United States. Long a resident of the Cahal Dunne Pittsburgh region, Dunne is known for his versatile musical stylings which range from pop, Broadway, country and traditional folk songs of Ireland. He has performed with show biz luminaries such as Bob Hope, Al Martino and Tony Orlando and has also performed for presidents. Known, too, for his abilities as a storyteller and raconteur, his appearance at the library’s fundraiser guarantees an entertaining evening. Along with the performance, the evening will feature raffle baskets, a silent auction, door prizes, and a half the take. Tickets are $20 in advance and include dessert and coffee. The event welcomes BYOB and snacks, and the doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with the performance slated for 7:30 – 10 p.m. Tickets are available at the library, located at 700 Plaza Drive near Shop ‘n Save in Rostraver. Tickets will also be available the night of the show at the fire hall, located at 1100 Fells Church Road in Belle Vernon, but at $25 each. For more information, call the Rostraver Public Library at 724-379-5511.
Roaring Twenties Dinner Fundraiser Planned by Monessen Historical Society for September 17th The Monessen Historical Society is holding a Roaring Twenties dinner and fundraiser on September 17, 2016. The dinner will be held at Jozwiak Hall, St. Vincent de Paul at 6 p.m. Tickets are $30 and there is a limited quality available. Period dress is encouraged! For more information or tickets, please call 724-684-8460.
E-mail your News to:
news@messengerpaper.com
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
messengerpaper.com 29 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Monessen Council Offers Brighter Outlook for City NEWS FROM ROSTRAVER TOWNSHIP
FRONT ROW: #10 Alex Nash, #14 Braden Laux, #12 Trevor Kovatch, #24 Colton Lee, #13 Lucas Judy, #7 Jake Heckel, #53 Luke Bryer, #6 Jake Gedekoh, #2 Austin Hoffman, #22 Tanner Moody, #57 Jake Wessel, and #8 Dom Sasko MISSING FROM THE PHOTO: #25 Adam LaCartBack row: Coach Justin Nash, Coach Scott Bryer, Commissioner Devin DeRienzo, Commissioner Gary N. Beck, Sr., Commissioner Ray Iacoboni, Head Coach Jim Wessel
On Wednesday, August 3, 2016, the Rostraver Township Board of Commissioners congratulated the Rostraver Youth Baseball All-Stars Team 10 on capturing the Little League District 9 Championship and Section 2 Championship. Congratulations to the players, coaches, and parents for their hard work and dedication to secure two championships! Also at the August 3 meeting, the Commissioners honored Megan Kronz with a certificate of appreciation for her hours of service as an intern. Miss Kronz assisted the township planner, Tamira M. Spedaliere, in developing an educational outreach program for the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) program. Kronz and Spedaliere visited Rostraver Elementary School in the spring to educate fourth graders about “Only Rain in the Drain.” Kronz will be entering her senior year at the University of Pittsburgh in Greensburg. She majored in Political Science. The Rostraver Township Board of Commissioners wish Ms. Kronz all the best in her future. Lastly, the Rostraver Township Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce that they have partnered with California University through the assistance of Dr. Tom Mueller. Students from Dr. Mueller’s classes will be conducting field work and gathering data throughout Rostraver Township beginning in September as part of a mapping project for the Township’s MS4 program. They will have vests and IDs with them, so please be courteous to these students as they help Rostraver Township develop mapping as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
By Jill Brown At the July 25, 2016 7 p.m. Monessen City council meeting, change was in the works. With a new budget plan, continued world-wide city media attention, and a new bid on the Eastgate buildings, revitalization is planned for Monessen! Solicitor Krisha DiMascio said, “We looked at the budget at an emergency budget meeting last week, and the numbers were just wrong. We are aware that there is a Pittsburgh contracproblem. I think a lot of progress was made last week. I tor David Lamb did commend Holly Minno, city clerk.” a presentation at Looking to the Department of Public Affairs, there is July’s Monessen another matter of the city moving in the right direction. council meeting on David Lamb, owner and CEO of On-Site Rep in his bid for Municipal Complex buildings in Pittsburgh, made a bid on the Municipal Complex, the the city. Eastgate 11 Buildings in Monessen, parking lots and storage units. For both buildings, he offered $650,000, and says he has been in talks about this since February. Lamb stated, “We are a small group of professionals with the intention of doing a rebirth to this town… My two concerns: this building requires 1.5 million dollars of upgrades and whether or not the current leases would be profitable. Structurally, it’s a sound building.” He went on to say Monessen could be more like a town in Pittsburgh. The mayor said, “He (Lamb) was very reluctant at first, but eventually saw he could be the catalyst to get this started. We had some words, but it has been one of the best negotiations I have ever been in.” Solicitor DiMascio said, “You would have to draft me a firm agreement.” Councilman John Nestor asked Lamb, “Would you consider letting the city use the Eastgate 11 building for offices?” Lamb said, “At this point, everything is up for discussion.” In public address, a resident said, “I turned on the news about the city of Monessen, and I have to thank the mayor for what he did—the answers he gave, too. My wife will thank you, too.” In other business: Council made a motion to accept resignation from Councilwoman Lucille D’Alfonso effective immediately. It was accepted. Councilwoman Patty Bukowski, said, “I just want to thank Lucille for the time she spent on council. I for one am going to miss her. I hope whomever we get can replace her.” The mayor concluded, “Monessen is going to be on the move now, despite all the problems we had. Just be patient. I got a lot of good things coming down the pike.”
messengerpaper.com ————————————————————————————————————————— 30
MUNICIPAL NEWS
DEP Launches Mine Subsidence Insurance Notification to Property Owners in Rostraver The Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Mine Subsidence Insurance (MSI) program is sending out notices to about 5,000 property owners in Rostraver Township, Westmoreland County, to alert them of abandoned coal mines beneath their property, increasing their risk of damage from mine subsidence. The notices include maps that show undermined areas beneath property owners’ homes. The long-abandoned mines can deteriorate and collapse, causing the surface to sink. This mine subsidence can cause expensive-torepair cracks in foundations and walls. In extreme cases, subsidence can render buildings uninhabitable. Standard homeowners insurance rarely covers mine subsidence damage, leaving the property owner with the repair expense. DEP offers affordable MSI to protect homeowners from potential damages caused by mine subsidence. In 2013, subsidence damaged 10 homes on Fredrick Street in Mount Oliver, Allegheny County. Only one of those homeowners had MSI. Due to incidents like the Mount Oliver subsidence, DEP has developed a notification program to alert property owners in undermined areas of the risk of costly damage caused by mine subsidence, and the availability of affordable MSI coverage. Rostraver Township was chosen as a target area for the program because most of the township is undermined. Additional mass mailings will be systematically sent to other property owners across the state who are also at risk for subsidence. Mine subsidence damage often exceeds $100,000. Premiums are about 55 cents for every $1,000 of coverage. An average policy of $175,000 would cost just $95 a year, about $8 a month, or 25 cents a day. Despite the modest cost, only about 60,000 buildings are insured statewide. It is estimated that more than 1,000,000 buildings are built over abandoned mines in Pennsylvania. More information about the MSI program is available at www.paMSI.org.
New Eagle Seeking New Trash Collector By Miranda Startare New Eagle Borough Council made a motion at the August 2 regular monthly meeting to advertise for bids for waste collection services. The borough is seeking a trash collector for three years, with an optional two-year extension and will be requiring the trash collector to be responsible for the resident billing services. Council also decided that a temporary maintenance worker will work an additional two weeks to replace an employee whose finger was injured. A temporary employee may be hired after that time period if necessary. In other business: • Council approved the request of resident, Brian Barkey, to re-forest his property that was previously vacated by the borough. The property was not stripped by Mr. Barkey, who intends to plant grass and trees without being fined while the plants grow. • Borough maintenance reported that recent rainstorms have produced excess storm water, breaking a new plastic pipe due to the water pressure.
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Fowl Problem in Carroll Twp. By Miranda Startare Two residents of Carroll Township addressed the Board of Supervisors at the August 2 regular meeting over concern of fowl being kept in the township – which is against township code. A resident of Lucetta Drive issued a complaint about his neighbor’s chickens, citing the Center for Disease Control’s declaration that salmonella is generated by backyard chickens, thus creating a public health issue. Zoning Officer Dennis Butler stated that he has given the residents 30 days to remove the chickens, although he noted that many municipalities are changing ordinances to permit chickens. “Some call them pets,” he said. Another resident, Bill Danley, of Highland Avenue also addressed the board with a complaint about his neighbor’s backyard ducks and recently hatched ducklings. The ducks are a nuisance to neighbors, according to the resident. Mr. Danley also complained about neighboring properties with high weeds, suggesting that the township contact local volunteers, such as the Boy Scouts, to help cut grass for residents unable to tend their properties. Mr. Danley has contacted the Boy Scouts and is also willing to assist in grass-cutting. The list of animal complaints at the meeting continued as another resident described an Alexander Street neighbor’s rats, skunks, and cats residing under a shed. The property also has excessive weed growth, according to the resident. Zoning Officer Dennis Butler responded that the township is attending to the matter and described the situation as a rental property occupant not caring for the property as he had agreed with the landlord. Resident Maya Patch also spoke to the supervisors, asking if they had passed a rental inspection law, to which the Board responded they had not. Mrs. Patch, who regularly attends the meetings, and resides by a neglected property, remarked that the neighborhood is becoming “disgraceful” in the property neglect. A Carroll Township resident for 56 years, Mrs. Patch said, “Nothing gets done. I’ve had senators say they were going to do something. They said they make the laws but can’t enforce them.” Board Chairman Thomas Rapp said the township has been to the Magistrate multiple times in dealing with Mrs. Patch’s neighboring property.
MARC to Hold 10th Annual Town Hall Meeting on September 19th The Monongahela Area Revitalization Corporation (MARC) will hold its 10th Annual Town Hall Meeting on September 19, 2016. The Monongahela Volunteer Fire Department’s Social Hall will serve as the venue for the Bud Cook 7 p.m. gathering. Alan Benyak This year’s topic is “Political Platforms of the 49th District Congressional Candidates.” MARC will host Alan Benyak, the Democrat candidate, and Bud Cook, the Republican nominee, in this open town hall discussion which is open to the public. Benyak and Cook are vying for the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Legislative seat that has been held by Peter J. Daley for the past 19 sessions.Anthony M. Lombardi, President and CEO emeritus of the MonVale Health Resources, Inc. and Monongahela Valley Hospital, Inc. will serve as the town hall moderator.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
MUNICIPAL NEWS
South Park Board Approves Numerous Requests at Regular Meeting By Colette Dell The Township of South Park’s Board of Supervisors held their regular meeting on August 8, 2016 at 7 p.m. A grading permit extension was approved, which was requested by A&J Building Equipment Company for the site located at the intersection of Snowden Rd. and Piney Fork Rd. The extension will last for a five-year period, ending on Aug. 8, 2021, in accordance with the requirements outlined in Section 75.8 of the Grading Ordinance of the Code of the Township of South Park. Final approval was granted on the minor land development identified as the SSO Elimination and Capital Improvements Project Plan as submitted by the Pleasant Hills Authority, for the existing facility located at 688 Cochrans Mill Rd. Final approval was granted on the minor consolidation subdivision identified as the Dorothy Dubina Asset Protection Trust Plan, as submitted by the Trustee, James R. Dubina, that will provide for the consolidation of two lots into one parcel, located at 980 Fredericka Dr. A bond reduction was approved, to guarantee the completion of the project identified as the Montour Trail Phase 8A4 – Pleasant St., from the Library Viaduct to Pleasant St. The original posted bond was in the amount of $493,589.85 and was reduced by $74,340, with a remaining balance of $419,249.85. There were two payment requests submitted by Victor Paving and Construction which were approved. One in the amount of $13,070.50, for the paving work completed to date at the Highland Park Playground and the other in the amount of $14,748, for the work completed to date on the project identified as the 2016 Roads Program. The Township is preparing to amend Ordinance No. 556 “Zoning” as it pertains to Ordinance No. 673, which addresses wireless communication facilities and associated issues. The adoption of this amendment will be determined at a subsequent Township meeting. The Township is also preparing to amend Ordinance Nos. 476 and 527, “Peddling and Soliciting,” with regard to farmers' markets. Action on said ordinance is to take place at the regular meeting on October 10. The bids received from Bayridge Motors for both the 2010 Ford Crown Victoria and 2011 Ford Crown Victoria were both rejected. A request for reimbursement was made by the Township’s Police Chief, Dennis McDonough for expenses he incurred at the Chief’s Conference in Erie, PA. The Township approved the reimbursement in the amount of $850.80. A training request was approved for the attendance of several of South Park’s police officers. They will attend “The Bulletproof Mind” seminar which was held in Peters Township on August 25. A training request was approved for the attendance of Officer Richard Griffith to attend the seminar, “Pennsylvania State Police Reconstruction Conference,” which will be held at State College, PA, on September 26-29. A training request was approved for the attendance of Sgt. David Starzynski to attend the “Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar,” which is to be held in Niagra Falls, New York on October 23-28.
E-mail your News to: news@messengerpaper.com
messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————— 31
'Hot Dog for a Police Dog' Event Held in Elizabeth Township By Charlotte Hopkins Every year, the owners of Elizabeth Auto Care celebrate National Hot Dog Day by hosting an annual 'Hot Dog for a Police Dog' event. Last year, they raised over $1,500 for Elizabeth Borough's K9 dog, Ryker. This year's event was dedicated to Elizabeth Township Police Department's newest addition, K9 police dog Eli, a German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix. Eli was sworn into the police department on May 26, 2016, alongside his partner, offiElizabeth Township's finest cer Dan Novacek. Officer Dan Novacek, K9 Eli, Now, the hard part has just begun and Police Chief Dave Kerestes for Officer Dan and Eli. They need to raise the money to pay for training and maintenance, including outfitting a K9 police cruiser. This will be achieved through private donations and fundraisers, such as the 'Hot Dog for a Police Dog' event. Residents who attended were treated with free hot dogs, chips, and cold drinks. They had a chance to meet Officer Dan and Eli and get their photographs taken with him. The 911 van was on hand to help children hone their 911 calling skills. K9 Eli is a sweet dog T-shirts are now being sold for Eli. and was adored by all. They are $12 for sizes small – X large and $15 for an XX large and higher. Those interested in making a donation or buying a K9 Eli shirt can do this at the Elizabeth Township Police Department. To contact the police department in advance, call 412-751-2880.
South Park Democratic Committee Welcomes New Members The South Park (SP) Democratic Committee is welcoming you to join the Democratic Committee of South Park. If you want to volunteer in the upcoming election and want to have a voice in choosing future candidates for elective office, please contact the committee via e-mail at southparkdems@southparkdems.org. For more information on the committee and important links to candidates, please visit their website at www.southparkdems.org. The next meeting is on September 7, 2016 at 8 p.m. at the Township Community Room, 2675 Brownsville Road, South Park. To register to vote or update your personal information go to www.votepa.com. If you are 18 years of age by election day, November 8, 2016 and meet residence qualifications, you can vote in the upcoming election. However, you must register before October 11, 2016 to qualify. Deadlines New Voter Registration - October 11, 2016 Absentee Ballot Request - November 1, 2016 Absentee Ballot Return - November 4, 2016
————————————————————————————————————————— 32 messengerpaper.com
MUNICIPAL NEWS
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Town Hall Meeting at Shiloh Church Addresses Relationship-Building Between Communities and Police Officers By Colette Dell Due to recent events of violence between police officers and those of the black community that have been happening across the nation, Shiloh Church called a meeting on Friday, July 29 at 6 p.m. to explore ways that local communities and their police officers could build better relationships. Locals who were in attendance were concerned that people do not seem to come together as they used to or have the same respect for one another. They wanted to hear feedback from pastors, public officials and police officers who attended to learn of any activities they could participate in to help them build relationships with the police officers of their communities. Bethel Park Councilman Tim Moury mentioned “National Night Out” as a good way to meet and talk to the local police, but he said to just go up and greet them wherever we see them. Too often, people only see officers in a time of emergency and never think to just talk to them or show gratitude for what they do. Moury said, “The next time you see a police officer, go up and say, ‘Hi,’ thank
them and introduce yourself. I think the more we do that the better the occasion is going to be.” Pastor Karen Hecht shared a time she and others from her church were talking to an officer and they asked him how they could be of help to those who serve in the police force. “When we asked them what they needed, they said, ‘Prayer, we need lots of prayer. And when you see us, don’t be afraid to stop and pray for us,’” Hecht recalled. Attendees asked about the various ways kids could get acquainted with their local officers. Bethel Park Police Chief Tim O’Conner and South Park Police Chief
Elizabeth Township Police Department Participates in South Hills DUI Task Force By Michelle Taylor Disclaimer: The following article is based on approved minutes from the meetings, attendance was not possible. At a recent Elizabeth Township council meeting, the following items were discussed: • The engineering department and Bryan Churilla said all paving projects around the township is complete. • The police department logged 604 events with 22 adult arrests, 1 juvenile arrests, 68 traffic stops, 13 traffic citations issued and 14 motor vehicle crashes with 8 reportable, 6 non reportable, and 4 injuries. • Other departments were not in attendance. The following motions were passed, along with other various motions: The motion to approve payment to M&M Uniforms in the amount of $270 out of the K9 donation fund; the motion to approve payment in the amount of $41, 809.45 to Mutual Employers Insurance Trust for employee insurance coverage for the month of August 2016; the motion to provide 5-6 tons of asphalt for Mount Vernon field; the motion to authorize payment in the amount of $3,590.00 to The Lawnfather LLC for grass cutting services for vacant properties; and the motion to have the township make a payment, not to exceed $1,700 with the contigency of Racunas to review and approve, the painting of the building in Buena Vista that has the post office attached.
Dennis McDonough responded. Bethel has programs such as the “Citizens Police Academy” and “Police Pals” and both the Bethel Park and South Park police work to keep in touch with their local schools throughout the school year. Chief McDonough said that he and other officers frequent the school grounds so the kids can get used to them being around and not have a fear of them. “We’re there every day. Every day, we’re interacting with the kids,” Chief McDonough said. PA State Representative Rick Saccone added his thoughts concerning how kids are growing up wrongfully influenced and therefore don't have the respect for authority that they should have. “Our
kids are growing up where profanity and vulgarity and disrespect for authority and disrespect for the law is commonplace – that’s what their being taught, and that’s what we have to counter,” Saccone said. He continued by saying that the law and the clergy need to work together on this if they want to see change. Pastor Jerrell Gilliam said that the pastors of the community are here to help and be that “go-between” that is sometimes needed in situations as this. “As clergy, we are offering our services. So, please use us,” Gilliam said. As the meeting came to a close, Pastor Jerrell of Shiloh Church presented a plaque to honor both the South Park and Bethel Park Police Departments. Then, two presentation proclamations were read for each department. Sue Means of Allegheny County Council performed the presentation for Bethel Park and Allegheny County Councilman John Palmiere did the presentation for South Park, recognizing the officers for their excellent commitment to their communities. For more information on this event and on upcoming meetings, contact Alma Gilliam at 412-831-3862.
Allegheny County Bridge in Elizabeth Township Reopens Bridge Replaced as Part of Public-Private Partnership An Allegheny County bridge that began construction in June has been completed in Elizabeth Township. The West Smithfield Road bridge over Tributary to the Youghiogheny River (JV427) has reopened to traffic recently. The work was performed by CH&D. The new bridge is designed to last as long as 100 years. The West Smithfield Road bridge replacement is part of the Rapid Bridge Replacement Project, a Public-Private Partnership (P3) between PennDOT and Plenary Walsh Keystone Partners (PWKP) under which PWKP will finance, design, replace and maintain for 25 years 558 bridges on state roadways. The P3 approach will allow PennDOT to replace the bridges more quickly while achieving significant savings and minimizing impact on motorists. To see the bridges included in the statewide initiative and to learn more about the Rapid Bridge Replacement Project and P3 in Pennsylvania, visit www.P3forPA.pa.gov. Additional information on the project, the team and how to bid on the project can be found at www.PARapidBridges.com.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
messengerpaper.com 33 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Business & Merchant News Lexmar USA: Big Business With a Heart Business Extends Beyond Kitchen and Bathroom Solutions to Fix Memorial By Charlotte Hopkins When Jamie Coughenour first learned that the Law Enforcement Officers Memorial of Allegheny County was damaged and in need of repair, she knew exactly who to call – Lexmar USA. The company's owner (and her brother-in-law), Jason Coughenour, did not think twice before stepping up to the plate to restore the monument dedicated to the men and women in blue. Lexmar USA, based out of McKeesport, is widely known for their kitchen and bathroom solutions that feature top-quality marble. The comJason Coughenour, Jamie Coughenour, and pany also builds beautiful outRick Geppert, Secretary of the Law Enforcement Officers Memorial of Allegheny door grills. Equipped with County, were happy to service those who everything needed to repair lost their lives servicing us. the memorial, the Lexmar crew answered the call. The memorial at the North Shore was recently vandalized. The site is maintained by donations and they were unable to fix the damage immediately. The Lexmar company was disheartened that such an act could be done to a selfless group of Americans who lost their lives in the line of duty. They offered to repair the marble at no cost. The memorial is more than a stone wall with the etched names of polices officers of Allegheny County. This a place that echoes the footsteps of fallen police officers, a place of solitude for friends and families and city residents to come and reflect on the heroic efforts given by each officer. Each name on that wall tells a story of a police officer who died to protect others. Simply put, these men and women put their lives on the line everyday because inside, they feel a duty to protect and serve their communities. Lexmar and the communities that encircle this monument thank each one of those officers who names will never be forgotten. And to the law enforcement officers who continue to patrol the streets today – Vest up and be safe! Lexmar USA has your back.
••••••••••••••••••••••••
Visit us online at www.messengerpaper.com
MON VALLEY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS By George: Restaurant George Apodiakos, 1565 Grand Boulevard, Monessen, PA 15062 724-314-3355 • www.bygeorgeongrand.com Community Foundation of Fayette County: Non-profit Clara Pascoe, Executive Director, 2 West Main Street, Suite 101, Uniontown, PA 15401 • 724-437-8600 • www.cffayettepa.org Quality Pest Services, Inc.: Pest Control/Exterminator Liz Charles, PO Box 15626, Pittsburgh, PA 15244 724-947-2942 • www.qualitypestservices.com Simply Baked: Bakery Adam Standard, 1000 McKean Avenue, Charleroi, PA 15022 724-565-1664 • www.simplybakedco.com Ultimate Bronze 2: Tanning Salon/Spa Service Carrie Livingstone, 1629 Route 481, Charleroi, PA 15022 724-239-2889 • www.ultimatebronze2.com Total Surveillance Systems (TSS): Surveillance Cameras & Security Systems Bill Cook / Luis Rivera 101 Third Street Charleroi, PA 15022 • 724-243-3765 www.alwaysonthelookout.net
BUSINESS & MERCHANT NEWS ————————————————————————————————————————— 34 messengerpaper.com
NEWS FROM THE BETHEL PARK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Business Institute of the South Hills Comes to You The Bethel Park Chamber is kicking off their Business Institute in September. Are you tired of GOING to locations everywhere to get training? The Business Institute is COMING to you. General business workshops will be provided and can be found at our HYPERLINK "http://www.bpchamber.org/"www.b pchamber.org website for dates, times and registration information. Training will be done in locations in our local communities’ areas. If you have a special need like time management, decision making/problem solving or other training issues that need to be customized to your business, the training can be also customized to fit your company’s needs. It can be held at your location. Our certified consultant can assess your training needs and develop a program for you. The assessment is free of charge if a training session is developed. If you need industry-specific technical training, we can source you a partner to help. We are here to help our companies grow by developing their people and enhancing their business presence. Another service that we offer is target hiring interviews with job descriptions and performance evaluations that correspond. if you use target hiring interviews, your turnover rate should drop. Hiring appropriately with the correct job description and performance evaluation saves time and money. Developing your people is an INVESTMENT in your business, not an expense. Contact the Chamber at 412-595-8361.
“Windows of Customer Service” Program Coming to the Area Look for our “Windows of Customer Service” program coming
in late September. It is open to anyone who deals in any form of customer service. Whether you use technology or personal customer service in your business, the impact on the bottom line or company image is crucial to your success. How has customer service changed and who defines it? Problem solving in a fast society requires different approaches, and how do you know what appropriate, quick response will work? Does technology add or detract from good customer service? For more information on this program, go to www.bpchamber.org or call 412-595-8361.
PA Secretary of Education Pedro Rivera to be Luncheon Speaker The Bethel Park Chamber is hosting Pedro Rivera, Pennsylvania Secretary of Education, at a luncheon on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at the Crowne Plaza. He was formerly Superintendent of the Lancaster School District and was appointed by Governor Tom Wolf in June, 2015 as Secretary of Education. Rivera has been recognized by the Washington Post and the White House for his achievements. He has been an assistant principal, principal, bi-lingual teacher, coordinator of English as a second language, Executive director of high schools and a human resources director. Rivera was honored by the White House in 2014 as a “Champion of Change” and as one of the 10 Hispanic leaders in the United States doing “extraordinary work in education.” His school district was one of five filing a lawsuit against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for an ”adopted irrational funding system that does not deliver the essential resources students need.” Reservation deadline is September 10, 2016. Go to www.bpchamber.org or call 412-595-8361 for reservations.
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce Names Italian Village Pizza August Business of the Month
Pictured are (l-r): GRC intern Sam Robbins; GRC Board Member Cathy Glad; Salvatore Puntiriero; Kayla Krieger; Shannon McFeely; Stefan Nowo; and GRC Board Members Judi Robbins and Lynn Grimes.
The Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce is pleased to name Italian Village Pizza as its August Business of the Month. Italian Village Pizza (IVP) in Belle Vernon is owned and operated by Santo Pizza LLC, which includes majority owner Stefan and part-owners Sal and Kayla. It is located in the Tri-County Plaza. IVP offers the freshest and best products on the market. The dough and sauce are made in-house each day, and the cheese, meat and veggies toppings are cut fresh daily. IVP feature calzones, stromboli, village rolls and over dozen specialty pies, including the award -winning Sicilian (square) thick pie. Don't forget about the "2 slices and a drink" deal for under $5! IVP owners and staff deliver the best customer service around, and they believe in their slogan: "Pays to be nice since 1980!" IVP delivers to Belle Vernon, Rostraver, Fayette City, Donora and Monessen. Call 724-929-5660 to order.
MVRCC Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Ultimate Bronze 2
(PHOTO CREDIT: WAYNE E. RAY)
The MVRCC recently joined in helping Ultimate Bronze 2 with their ribbon cutting at 1629 Route 481, Charleroi. Owner Carrie Livingstone encourages you to call 724-239-2889 or visit www.ultimatebronze2.com and Facebook page for all the latest pricing and specials. Pictured are (l-r): Wayne E. Ray, MVR Board Member; Dan Devic, friend; Earl Sadler, Fallowfield Twp. Supervisor; Hank Meyer, friend; Joanna Cerina, with "It Works"; Arlene Everly, customer; Margaret Wiltrout, employee; Sherry Trussa, employee; Carrie Livingstone, owner; Kaylee Livingstone, daughter; Casey Kubik, friend; Laura Livingstone, daughter; and Donna Lynn Bernero, with "It Works."
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
BUSINESS & MERCHANT NEWS
PA CAREERLINK® MON VALLEY SEPTEMBER CALENDAR OF EVENTS The purpose of the Pennsylvania CareerLink® Mon Valley is to advance the economic well-being of the region by developing and maintaining a quality workforce and by serving as a focal point for regional workforce development activities. We are located at 570 Galiffa Drive, Donora. Call 724-379-4750 for additional information or to register for an event. No fee is associated with any of the services listed. Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership Roundtable – Advanced Manufacturing Employers receive up to 65% cost reimbursement for training their existing workforce. Washington County manufacturers interested in upgrading their employees’ skills are invited to learn about and/or apply for eligible incumbent worker training funding. Friday, September 23 @ 8:30 a.m. Call Zak @ 724-379-4750 x 112 to register. Annual Mon Valley Job Fair – 40+ employers with over 300 job openings. Free admission. Free parking. The Willow Room, Route 51, 800 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon. Thursday, October 6, noon – 4 p.m. Civil Service Jobs – Explore employment opportunities the Commonwealth has to offer. Learn how you can get on the Civil Service list for upcoming job openings. Wednesday, September 21 @ 2 p.m. Education/Training Consultation – Seeking post-secondary education or training opportunities in a new career? Financial assistance may be available to you through the PA CareerLink. Call Ellen @ 724-379-4750 x 121 for eligibility criteria. GED/Adult Remediation – Classes designed to help you prepare for the GED test or to brush up on Math and
Reading Skills to improve your scores on employment tests. Call to speak with an instructor today! Monday Friday. Professional Resume Day! Oneon-one proofreading, editing, and feedback services are being offered. Leave with a supply of resumes you can take with you to the Annual Mon Valley Job Fair. Thursday, September 29 from 9 am – 3 p.m. (by appointment only). Resume Writing Workshop – Learn how to write an effective resume and the importance of this tool to getting job interviews. Develop a resume that convinces hiring managers that you are the best candidate for the job. Thursdays, September 8 & 22 @ 1 p.m. Small Business Consultation – One-on-one counseling with a Business Outreach Coordinator from the University of Pittsburgh Small Business Development Center. Excellent opportunity for new and existing business owners to build and grow a successful business. Expert guidance in market research, training and professional development, technology development assistance, funding resources, business plans, and more. Call John @ 412-6242290 for an appointment. Successful Interviewing – Like it or not, ‘acing the interview’ is a must if you want to get hired. Join us for tips on making a fantastic first impression and learn how to field awkward interview questions. Thursday, September 15 @ 10:30 a.m. Turn a Job Fair Into a Job Offer – Create your 15 second sales pitch, Learn to talk to a job fair recruiter, and master the art of the follow-up. Be prepared for the Annual Mon Valley Job Fair. Friday, September 23 @ 10 a.m.
THE ROTARY CLUB OF PLEASANT HILLS Known as the “can-do” club, the Rotary Club of Pleasant Hills is a little club with a big heart and big impact on the community demonstrating how a little can do a lot. Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders worldwide. Members provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations and help build goodwill and peace in the world.
If you would like to learn more about what our Club does, please join us at our location for our weekly meeting. We meet at noon on Tuesdays at the Georgetown Center, on East Bruceton Road, Pleasant Hills, 15236.
A small blood sample can detect diseases of major organs and the circulatory system. Monongahela Valley Hospital’s 37-Function Multiphasic Blood Analysis Saturday, Sept. 24 I 7 to 10 a.m. Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center By Appointment Only
Your source for hometown, community news...
the South Hills-Mon Valley
MESSENGER Phone or Fax: 412.249.8177 • Email: news@messengerpaper.com
messengerpaper.com 35 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Register Monday — Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. until Wednesday, Sept. 21.
Only $25 per person* I 12-hour fast prior to test I Additional blood tests available: • A1C $20 • Prostate (PSA) $20 • Thyroid (TSH) $15 • Vitamin D $20 I Results sent to your family physician I
Call 724-258-1282
*
Includes full lipid profile
MM/CL-MVM/8-16
————————————————————————————————————————— 36 messengerpaper.com
BUSINESS & MERCHANT NEWS
NEWS FROM THE GREATER ROSTRAVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 'Strengthening Your Business' Series A three-part business educational series presented by Rob Costanza, Growth Coach 3 Rivers, will begin on Thursday, September 15. The fall series, titled 'Strengthening Your Business,' will focus on strategic leadership on September 15, managing your people on October 13, and business planning on November 17. The sessions are targeted to small business owners, executives, young professionals and anyone wanting to improve their business operation skills. Register for the entire series or select individual sessions. Chamber members (all local chambers) are $40/session or $110 for the series. Non-members are $49/session or $150 for the series. To register, call the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce at 724-929-3329.
Healthy Mind; Healthy Business On Tuesday, September 27, join the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce for a breakfast session with featured speaker, Jennifer Melnick Carota, MS, LPC, director and owner of The Counseling House (www.thecounselinghouse.com). Jennifer will address the concept of 'Healthy Mind, Healthy Business' and will speak on the aspects of a healthy emotional well-being that are necessary to managing a successful business. The breakfast is open to all area businesses (non-members are welcome) and begins at 7:30 a.m. with networking and registration and the presentation promptly at 8 a.m. Reservations are required by Monday, September 26. Call 724-929-3329 or email grcoc1@comcast.net.
Fall Classic Golf Outing The Fall Classic Golf Outing, which benefits the GRC Scholarship program, is scheduled for Friday, September 30 at Cedarbrook Gold Course. This annual event is open to the public. Individual golfer registration and foursome registration is currently underway ($100/golfer). The event includes golf with cart, morning cof-
fee and donuts, lunch at the turn, oncourse beverages, a buffet dinner, raffle baskets, golfer gift, skill and door prizes, and more. Through the generous support of sponsors and golfers, the GRC has been able to provide scholarships to California University of PA, Douglas Education Center, Westmoreland County Community College and Belle Vernon Area High School. Sponsorship and golfer registration information is available on the GRC website at www.greaterrostraverchamber.org/golf-outing.htm or by calling 724-929-3329.
5th Annual Ladies Night Out – Vegas, Baby! Visit and shop with over 20 trendy vendors in fashion, wellness, beauty, health and home at the 5th Annual Ladies Night Out, presented by the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce, November 2 at The Willow Room. Each year, an event theme adds to the fun and excitement, and this year is no different. Vegas, Baby! promises to be a spectacular event filled with glitz, glamour, and games. A Vegasinspired fashion show, entertainment, “celebrity selfies,” a cash bar, hors d’oeuvres, raffle baskets, an ttendee gift and many surprises are planned. Event partners include Image Builders II, Off the Wall Arts, Prima Diva Boutique, Salon Eye Candy, and Snapshot 47 Photos. Event sponsors include All Seasons Travel, Chaney’s Natural, The Good O’ Days House and Tregembo Motors. Tickets are on sale now, $40/person with the Lucky 7 discount in place until September 15. After September 15, tickets are $47/person. All ticket purchases include 21 raffle tickets. “Luck of the Draw” will give attendees the opportunity to win additional raffle tickets, vendor coupons and more at event entry. To purchase tickets, mail payment to GRC, 516 Circle Drive, Belle Vernon, PA 15012 or pay with a credit card at www.eventbrite.com/e/5thannual-ladies-night-out-vegas-babytickets-26685955411.
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Advance Auto Parts Store Marks 1st Anniversary By Ken Askew Vehicle parts wear out. Most often, it is attributed to normal wear and tear. It’s an indisputable fact. As a result, if there were no auto parts stores or car dealer’s parts departments, where would we be? Possibly stuck on the side of the road with a break-down and no way to fix it. That’s how important these retailers are. The Advance Auto Parts Store Diane Fordyce is proud to be manager of the #7742 in Monongahela is chock- new Advance Auto Parts store in Monongahela. full of stuff you need to keep your car, truck, all-terrain vehicle, lawnmower, and some motorcycles in peak operating condition. In addition to the usual variety of products such as batteries, brakes, shocks, struts, tune-up parts, motor oil, filters, and belts that are generally stocked in the 244 Advance Auto Parts stores in Pennsylvania, they also provide quite an extensive list of services, such as motor oil recycling; gear oil recycling; battery installation and recycling; starter, alternator, and battery bench testing; loaner tools such as a front end kit; wiper blade installation; charging system testing; and electrical system testing. For convenience and saving time, customers can order on-line, then pick up their purchase at the store. Their comparatively simple customer loyalty reward system, “Speed Perks,” is oddly different, and characterized by “No,” as in no cards, no points, no membership fees, and no nonsense. Another unique thing about this store is that the manager is Diane Fordyce, although she doesn’t view it as different, since four of the twelve managers in her sales district are female. Diane is ASE Certified, and has 20 years’ experience in the auto parts industry. Although the company was started 75 years ago, the store at this location commemorated their first year in business on August 21, 2016 by hosting a car show behind their building, on Chess Street. For more information, please call 724-292-7294 or visit the website http://pa.monongahela.stores.advanceautoparts.com. Hours: Monday -Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Local Chambers Plan Digital Marketing Workshop for September 14th A digital marketing workshop will be held on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 from 8 – 9:15 a.m. at the Hampton Inn and Suites, California University. The workshop is being conducted by Arlea Hoffman of Reimagine Main Street, Observer-Reporter. The registration fee is $10/person and includes the Hampton’s breakfast bar. This is a joint workshop of the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Rostraver Chamber. An RSVP is required by calling or e-mail either Chamber: MVRCC at 724-483-3507 or members@mvrchamber.org, or GRC at 724-929-3329 or grcoc1@comcast.net.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
BUSINESS & MERCHANT NEWS
messengerpaper.com 37 ——————————————————————————————————————————
WOMEN’S BUSINESS NETWORK SEPTEMBER SCHEDULE OF EVENTS The Women’s Business Network’s mission is to provide personal and professional resources to advance the presence of aspiring and successful businesswomen. Visit www.wbninc.com. Local area meetings will be held as follows: The McMurray Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at The Meadows (Mezzanine Level), 210 Racetrack Road, Washington on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, September 7 and 21. Contact Tommi Calabria at 724-825-7818. The Washington Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn - The Meadows, 255 Meadowlands, Blvd., Washington on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, September 14 and 28. Contact Tracy Eisenman at 724-263-0304.
The Pittsburgh South Chapter meets at 6:30 p.m. at Tavern 51, 4604 Clairton Blvd., Pittsburgh on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, September 6 and 20. Contact Mary Yohannan at 919-606-4604. The Mount Lebanon Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread - Gallaria, 150 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, September 13 and 27. Contact Barbara DeJohn at 412-600-5483. The South Hills Chapter meets at 8:00 a.m. at King’s Restaurant, 155 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, September 1 and 15. Contact Susan Ceklosky 412-334-3230.
Visit us online at www.messengerpaper.com
————————————————————————————————————————— 38 messengerpaper.com
BUSINESS & MERCHANT NEWS
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
MVRCC August Member Spotlight Shines on Villella Remodeling, LLC The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce (MVRCC) is pleased to name Villella Remodeling, LLC as its August 'Member Spotlight' business. Villella Remodeling, LLC has been improving homes in the Mon Valley area since 1953, when Tom Villella, Sr. started the business. Upon his father’s retirement in 2000, Tom Villella, Jr. took over the successful family business that we know today. The company specializes in kitchens, bathrooms and all phases of interior work, in addition to window and door installation. Tom and his crew take pride in their work and their strong reputation for quality and service makes them one the premier contractors in the Mid Mon Valley. Villella Remodeling, LLC provides free estimates and is insured and licensed. Tom Villella, Jr. has been an active member of the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce since 2004 and is often seen participating in and supporting Chamber events. For more information, or to schedule an estimate call 724-483-1183.
Tom Villella, Jr.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
BUSINESS & MERCHANT NEWS
messengerpaper.com 39 ——————————————————————————————————————————
The Pittsburgh Business Show Over 400 Exhibitors Planned for Spring 2017 Event! The Pittsburgh Business Show is the tri-state area’s largest b2b trade show, conference, and business networking event. For years there has been a void in the Pittsburgh marketplace that was never filled and that was a large, effective and consistent business expo for small and large businesses. The Pittsburgh Business Show has solved that problem! All of the resources for your business needs have come to one place! With over 400 vendors and exhibitors, it is impossible not to find the right fit for any business. We work with start-ups, well-established companies, and Fortune 500 businesses and have become the largest business-to-business expo in the Northeast. Our goal has been to help connect business owners, entrepreneurs, and start-ups achieve their goals and ultimately increase their revenue streams. This expo is a free two-day show that is designed to provide training, insight, and incredible networking opportunities coupled with a variety of workshops and seminars from industry experts from all over. The expo will take place this upcoming spring on April 19 – 20, 2017. For more information, visit http://pittsburghbusinessshow.com.
Tap into the power of the Messenger. Call today to learn more. 412.249.8177
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
————————————————————————————————————————— 40 messengerpaper.com
Seniors
• •••••••••
•••••••••••
New Eagle AARP Meeting Presentation to Focus on Service Dogs
'Bocce Babes' Complete Successful 2016 Season
AARP New Eagle Chapter 4095 will meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at VFW Post 1409 at 793 E. Main Street in Monongahela. An interesting program will be presented by Holly Russell, who works with service dogs. Guests are always welcome. For more information, contact Ginger Dlutowski, secretary, at 724-258-3607 or Pat Petrosky, president, at 724-929-3638.
Seniors for Safe Driving Releases September Schedule of Events Seniors for Safe Driving presents highway safety education programs for seniors 55 years of age and older. The programs are certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. To register for a class, call 1-800-559-4880 or 724-283-0245. To register online, visit www.seniorsforsafedriving.com. Upcoming Classes: • September 14 & 15, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., Redstone Highlands, N. Huntingdon, PA • September 27, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Locust Grove, West Mifflin, PA • September 28, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Corpus Christie, McKeesport, PA
The 'Bocce Babes' have had another successful 2016 bocce season. These 12 women meet every Wednesday morning, rain or shine, May through August to play bocce and to enjoy each others' company. Front Row: Debbie Varner, Rhoda Palastro, Kathy Combes, Norma Barbeau, Beverly Hamilton, Joann Nickel. Back Row: Donna Spaziani, Elieen Fox, Nancy Wietzykowski, Joanne Christopher, Ellen Deluliis, Sue Hover.
Senior Picnic Planned at Peterswood Park Picnics are held at Shelter 4 in Peterswood Park on the second Wednesday of each month (June through September) from 4-6 p.m. At each picnic, we provide entertainment, an interesting speaker, or interactive activity. This is a free event, but we request that you bring a covered dish or dessert to share. Bring a friend to join in on the food, fun, and entertainment! Call 724-942-5000 for more information. Date: September 14, 2016 - Pittsburgh Sports “Tailgate” Wear black & gold and support your favorite Pittsburgh sports team! Time: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Cost: Free
FINALLY!
A LOW-COST ALTERNATIVE TO VIAGRA
Viagra
$
40
*
PJ 9LDJUD WDEOHW
Curtis
Pharmacy Sildenafil
8
$ * PJ 6LOGHQDÀO WDEOHWV 9LDJUD WDEOHW
Ask your doctor to switch your Viagra prescription to Curtis Pharmacy Sildenafil and spend that extra money on the one you love. Sildenafil is the active ingredient used in many brand-name erectile dysfunction medications. Why pay for the big brand names when you can purchase the same active ingredient from Curtis Pharmacy and save hundreds of dollars? No insurance needed!
869 Henderson Ave., Washington, PA 15301 (724) 225-1592 305 Main Street, Claysville, PA 15323 (724) 663-7707 www.curtispharmacy.com
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————— 41
SENORS
MONESSEN CENTER FOR ACTIVE ADULTS SEPTEMBER EVENTS Monessen Center for Active Adults, 1925 Grand Blvd., Monessen, can be reached at 724-684-6501. Listed below is their September schedule of events: September 2 Labor Day – Bring your work-related items and share your stories of interesting experience you had in your line of work September 6: Crafts with Nora; fall decoupage for centerpieces September 8: Twilight bingo; door opens at 5 p.m. with $15 entry fee at the door September 9: United Health Care will be here to celebrate our birthday guests with fun and games September 12: Black & Gold Steelers Bingo – Wear Steelers colors to bingo show your Steelers spirit and win prizes September 12: Special Guest Speaker, Joel Madison. How to be a good friend, neighbor, and be positive, 11 a.m. September 13: Crafts with Nora & Miko; origami flowers for centerpieces September 14: Westmoreland County-wide Open House at all senior centers. Jerry B. Band, guest speakers, games, fun, and, of course, great food. September 16: Medicare Fraud Prevention, 11 a.m. September 20: Crafts with Nora & Miko; more fall centerpieces making decoupage glass jars with origami flowers September 22: National Prevention Fall Day, 11 a.m. September 23: Medicare Benefit Review - Information session 11 a.m. September 27: National Voter’s Registration - follow-up with e-NAT form for those who have not yet submitted the 2016 forms September 28: Good Neighbor Day - Share with us a story or two of kind deed you gave or received from your neighbors.
Daily Activities Morning coffee club, brain games, cardio exercise, cards, digital training, nutrition education, puzzles, socialization, TV news discussion, walking the trail. Lunch Served at Noon - Now you can pre-register your meal reservations on co-pilot systems. Need help registering, we are here to assist, just ask.
Weekly Activities Line Dancing, Every Monday, 10 a.m. Bingo: Monday and Friday, 12:45 p.m. Blood Pressure Checks: Rite Aid 2nd Monday, 11 a.m. AMEDISYS 3rd Friday, 11 a.m. Crafts with Nora: Every Tuesday, 10 a.m. Birthday Celebrations: Second Friday, 12:30 p.m. Healthy Steps in Motion: Tuesday & Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
Five Star Senior Living Approach to Life We are proud to bring everything that has been important to you your whole life back into the picture. It’s more than a program. It’s our Lifestyle360 approach to life, and it’s what makes every day exceptional. A few of our Signature Lifestyle360 programs: • Intellectual360, from Cooking Corner to Cranium Crunches • Social360, from Digital Photography to Resident Council • Physical360, from Yoga to Tai Chi • Emotional360, from Centenarian Club to Spa Days • Spiritual360, from Religious Services to Knitting for Giving Call any of our local communities to learn more.
M T. V E R N O N O F E L I Z A B E T H 145 Broadlawn Drive • Elizabeth, PA • 412-751-0430 Personal Care Services • Memory Care M T. V E R N O N O F SO U T H PA R K 1400 Riggs Road • South Park, PA • 412-655-3535 Personal Care Services • Memory Care OV E R LO O K G R E E N 5250 Meadowgreen Drive • Pittsburgh, PA • 412-881-8300 Personal Care Services
Phone or Fax: 412.249.8177 • Email: news@ messengerpaper.com
w w w. F i v e S t a r S e n i o r L i v i n g .c o m Pet Friendly
©2016 Five Star Senior Living
PERSONAL CARE SERVICES • MEMORY CARE
————————————————————————————————————————— 42 messengerpaper.com
SENORS
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
NEWS FROM VENETIA COMMUNITY CENTER Venetia Community Center, located at 800 Venetia Road, in Venetia, has the following events planned: Senior Lunches –We are sponsored by the Washington County Aging Services & the Southwestern PA Area on Aging. These delicious lunches are prepared by the staff of the Canonsburg Senior Center and delivered by our faithful volunteers to the center. All seniors are welcome. Suggested donation is $2. A blood pressure screening is conducted from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. prior to the lunch. A speaker or music is provided after the luncheon for your information and pleasure. Bingo is also offered by our organization. September 8 Lunch: 12 p.m. Program will be a speaker from “SWPA” Area on Aging, Aprise, Medicare Counseling, Lois Thomas. September 22 Lunch: 12 p.m. Program will be a speakers from Peters Township Fire Department and Peters Township Police Department. Both will have important information to benefit our safety. The speaker from the police department will also be collecting any old or unused medical pills, etc. Bring them to the luncheon. All seniors are welcome. To reserve your meal or for more information, please call Erma Grego at 724-941-6956. Birthdays For September: Irene Gordon, Clayton Sphar, Alan Striker, and Joyce Striker. Many happy returns! Anniversaries: Carolyn and Ron Dagg, and Marion and Clayton Sphar. Many more happy years together!
NEWS FROM WEST NEWTON CENTER FOR ACTIVE ADULTS The Center is located at 103 East Main Street, West Newton, PA and can be reached at 724 - 872 - 4976. Hours are Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The Center offers many daily and weekly activities: cards, puzzles, Wii bowling, ping pong, trivia, crafts, pool, nutrition and socialization. Lunch is at noon every day. Food is ordered a week ahead of time so please make your reservation by Tuesday. There is also Bible study, bingo, exercise , pool, puzzles, and cards. Monthly bus trips are always offered – Stop by the Center and get all the details. Sign up early, as the buses fill fast! There are still openings for our October 9 Shaker Woods one-day bus trip ($40) and Belmont Ohio October 22 trip ($76). We invite you to join us. September Events 5 Labor Day, Center Closed 7 Shelly from RNC, 12:30 p.m. 8 Bulling Speaker, 11:30 a.m. 9 & 10 West Newton Community Festival 12 Wear your Steelers Black and Gold 12 Sutersville Bingo at our Center, 1 p.m. 13 Boar Meeting, 10 a.m. 14 Open House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with bingo, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 16 Birthday Party 17 Middletown one-day bus trip 19 Bingo night, 6:15 p.m. 22 Transitions speaker, 9:30 a.m. 27 Good news day and grocery bingo, 1 p.m.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
messengerpaper.com 43 ——————————————————————————————————————————
YOUR HEALTH Volunteers Donate Dignity Robes to MVH Cancer Center A group of parishioners from Our Lady of the Valley Church in Donora have made another donation of handmade dignity robes for breast cancer patients at Monongahela Valley Hospitals’ Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center. The recent donation of 11 robes was given to Medical Oncology for the first time. Prior donations were made to Radiation Oncology. “The compassion and hard work put into these gowns is evident in every stitch.” said Lisa Eicher, MSN, RN, OCN, MVH oncology nurse navigator. The women have made over 250 robes for MVH patients that received treatment for breast cancer through radiation. The robes are now available for breast cancer patients that will receive Our Lady of the Valley representatives presented 11 handmade dignity robes for breast cancer patients at Monongahela Valley chemotherapy through a port. Each robe costs approximately Hospital. Pictured are (l-r): Carol Manown, clinical coordinator, $13 to $15 to make, which has been made possible through donaMedical Oncology; Lisa Eicher, oncology nurse navigator, tions and fundraising. “Debbie Buck, of Audrey’s Custom Medical Oncology; Rita Demeter, organizer; the Rev. Bud Draperies in Charleroi, has been a big help to us and we want to Falkenhan, parish priest, Our Lady of the Valley; Vera Klein, make sure she gets recognized for it,” said Vera Klein, group organizer; and Bonny Holmes, supervisor, Medical Oncology. organizer. “She gives us her cost for Velcro, and it’s very expensive. She even donated our first [Velcro] order.” For more information regarding donations or volunteering, contact Rita Demeter at 724-565-1244 or or Vera Klein at 724379-5759.
‘Reality Tour’ Coming to Glassport Glassport Crimewatch has partnered with the neighboring communities of Port Vue and Lincoln to bring the "Reality Tour" drug prevention program (created by Candle Inc.) to the area. This educational program targets parents and youths age 10 and older. Each tour includes dramatic scenes depicting the life of an addict which emotionally captures the audience. To register, please visit Candleinc.org and choose the Glassport tour. The Reality Tour is held monthly with September 8 and October 6 being the next available tours.
A lung screening could save your life. Current and former smokers ages 55 and older can now receive a low-dose CT lung scan to find tiny lung nodules. The screening can detect cancer at an early stage. To o learn n aboutt yourr g orr eligibilityy forr thee screening o schedulee an n appointment,, to calll 724-258-1980. MM/CL-MVM/5-16
44 messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————
HEALTH
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
GriefShare Sessions Planned in Belle Vernon for September through December What is GriefShare? GriefShare is a group of friendly, caring people who have lost someone to death. GriefShare will be held Sunday, September 11th, 2016 from 6 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. and will run for 13 sessions until Sunday, December 11. (excluding Sunday, November 27 for a Thanksgiving break). You are welcome to join at any time during this cycle! GriefShare is located at Gospel Alliance Church, 1011 Fells Church Road, Belle Vernon, PA 15012. Have questions? Want to register so we can get you a workbook? Please call the facilitator, Crystal Buchman, at 207-615-2030 or email her at cj765@cairn.edu. For more information, you can also visit www.griefshare.org.
Monongahela Valley Hospital Offers Free Prostate Screening Program
Need Blood Drawn?
In the United States today, more than 2.9 million men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point are still alive today largely due to early diagnosis. Monongahela Valley Hospital is offering a free prostate education and screening program Wednesday, September 28 at 5:30 p.m. in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center. Attendees will learn about the importance of early detection and will also have the option to receive an exam by MVH’s medical staff along with a Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test. The program is intended for men ages 50-75 who do not already have a diagnosis of prostate problems. Appointments are limited and advance registration is required. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1333.
Monongahela Valley Hospital offers 4 convenient blood draw locations. Blood Draw Center — Monongahela 447 West Main Street 724-310-3410 Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 to 10.45 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Orthopedic Series Offered at Monongahela Valley Hospital
Blood Draw Center — Finleyville 6108 Brownsville Road Ext. 724-782-0723 Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
In the United States, one in seven people has an orthopedic impairment and orthopedic complaints are the most common reason to seek medical care. Throughout September, Monongahela Valley Hospital (MVH) is offering a three-part series on orthopedic injuries and conditions. The programs, which are part of MVH’s Innovations in Medicine Living Well Series, begin Wednesday, September 7, when Lorraine Damich, RN, discusses “What are Orthopedic Injuries/Conditions?” The programming continues Wednesday, September 14, when Thomas Brockmeyer, M.D., details “How Are Orthopedic Injuries/Conditions Treated?” The series concludes Wednesday, Sept. 21, as Jose Ramirez-Del Toro, M.D., presents "How Do I Live With an Orthopedic Injury/Condition?"The programs are free. They will be held at 6 p.m. in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center at MVH's Carroll Township campus. Each session is expected to last approximately one hour. To register, call 724-258-1333.
Mon-Valley Occupational Health Mon-Vale HealthPLEX WillowPointe Plaza 800 Plaza Drive, Suite 210 724-379-1940 Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Monongahela Valley Hospital 1163 Country Club Road 724-258-1000 Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
FREE HELP AVAILABLE TO QUIT SMOKING The price of cigarettes increased August 1, and now is the time to consider quitting! There is free help to quit, free information about getting ready to quit, and free patches to relieve withdrawal symptoms for anyone wanting to quit just by calling 724-858-4223 or 1-888-NO HABIT.
monvalleyhospital.com MM/CL-MVM/6-16
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
HEALTH
messengerpaper.com 45 ——————————————————————————————————————————
MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL SEPTEMBER EVENTS Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring a variety of informative programs this month. Many of the events will be held in the hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) unless otherwise noted. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 — IS WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY RIGHT FOR YOU? - 6 p.m., ECC. This free information session is designed to give those individuals struggling with weight loss the facts to choose their best option. To learn if you are a candidate for this surgery, join Hiram Gonzalez, M.D., as he discusses this topic in detail. To register, call 724258-1333. TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 7, AND 8 — MANAGING YOUR DIABETES 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., HealthPLEX. This education program is designed to help you with diabetes self-management. To register, call 724-258-1483. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 — “WHAT ARE ORTHOPEDIC INJURIES/CONDITIONS?” - 6 p.m., ECC. The first of the three part Living Well series will address the many facets of orthopedics. To register, call 724-258-1333. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 — BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - 2 – 4 p.m., Hospital, 7-East Family Room. The group meets the first Monday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1700. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 — SUICIDE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP - 6 – 8 p.m., ECC. This support group is a four-month program that meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month. This program is led by a licensed psychologist and is free and open to all those touched by suicide. Registration is required. To register, call 724-268-1144. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 —
LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER® - 1 – 3 p.m., ECC. The American Cancer Society designed this program for women dealing with hair loss and skin changes from chemotherapy and radiation. All who register more than five days prior to the event will receive a makeup package valued at $200. To register, call 1-800-227-2345. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 — CARBOHYDRATE COUNTING - 911 a.m., ECC. This program is a diabetes self-management class designed to educate you on how to count carbohydrate content of food to improve blood sugar control. To register, call 724-258-1483. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 — RSDS SUPPORT GROUP - 6 - 8 p.m., ECC. The Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome (RSDS) Support Group is free and open to all persons with RSDS or related illnesses. For more information, call 724-929-9492. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 — ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP 6 - 8 p.m., ECC. This free support group meets once a month. It is designed to help the family members, friends and caregivers of those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Reservations are requested by calling 724-258-1333. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 — COMMUNITY CPR INSTRUCTION HEARTSAVER AED COURSE - 11 a.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. The fee for the class is $35 to cover the class and required materials. To register, call 724872-9200. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 — “HOW ARE ORTHOPEDIC INJURIES/CONDITIONS TREATED?” - 6 p.m., ECC. The second of the three part Living Well series will address the many facets of orthopedics. Thomas Brockmeyer, M.D., Ph. D., will discuss what options are available. To register, call 724-258-1333.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 — HEALTHY EATING SUPERMARKET TOURS, DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - 6 – 8 p.m., Fisher Heights Giant Eagle, Route 88, Monongahela PA. Health care professionals from Monongahela Valley Hospital will conduct the tours and discuss “Healthy Options for Diabetics.” To register, call 724-258-1483. MONDAY, AUGUST 19 — CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - 2 p.m., Hospital, 7-East Family Room. The group meets the third Monday of each month. For additional information, call 724-258-1704. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 — BETTER BREATHERS CLUB - 2-3 p.m., ECC, This club is free and open to all adults and their families, friends or caregivers who want to learn or share information about living well and breathing issues. For more information, call 724-258-1932. TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 21 AND 22 — MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - 6 – 9 p.m., ECC. This education program is designed to help you with diabetes self-management. To register, call 724-258-1483. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21— “HOW DO I LIVE WITH AN ORTHOPEDIC INJURY/ CONDITION?” - 6 p.m., ECC. The third of the three part Living Well series will address the many facets of orthopedics. To register, call 724-258-1333. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 — MULTIPHASIC BLOOD ANALYSIS 7 - 10 a.m., ECC. This 37-function screening costs only $25 and is open to the public. Participants are asked to provide the full name and complete address of the physician to whom their test results will be sent afterwards. Testing is by appointment only. The deadline to register is Wednesday, Sept. 21, and registrations
'Take My Hand' Bereavement Support Group Offers Comfort and Support to Mon Valley Residents The “Take My Hand” bereavement support group was formed by caring members of the community under the sponsorship of Albert Gallatin/Amedisys Hospice. The group has served the needs of the bereaved in the Mon Valley area for 16 years. Two of the leaders of the group, Maureen Lusk and Rose Marie Iiams, are original founding members, with 20 years of personal and hands-on experience each. The bereavement support group continues to be sponsored by Amedisys Hospice. The meetings are open to men and women whose common bond is grief following a significant loss. There is no charge to attend the meeting. Meetings are held in the morning and evening to accommodate people who are working during the day or do not want to drive at night. You can join the meetings at any time and can attend either or both the morning and evening meetings. Meetings are held year round. The morning meeting is held at the Church of the Nazarene at 10th Street in Monongahela. Meeting time is the 3rd Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Evening meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 609 Chess Street, Monongahela. Use the 6th street entrance. As part of the bereavement process, Amedisys Hospice also sponsors retreats and bereavement activities. If you have suffered a loss and would like more information, please contact Bethany Williams at 724-483-4109 or Maureen Lusk at 724-258-8855.
must be made Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. by calling 724258-1282. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 — SUICIDE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP, ECC - 6 – 8 p.m. Fourmonth program that meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month. To register, call 724-258-1144. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 — ADULT CPR CLASS - 6 - 8 p.m., ECC. The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling the Valley Health and Safety Training Center at 724-684-9536. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 28 — PROSTATE CANCER SCREENING AND EDUCATION PROGRAM 5:30 p.m., ECC. The prostate cancer screening and education program is free. At the screening, men will be offered a digital rectal exam (DRE), the standard test for prostate cancer; a hemocult test and a Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test. To register or for more information, call 724-258-1333. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 — STROKE SUPPORT GROUP - 1 – 2:30 p.m., ECC. The group meets the last Thursday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1455. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 — PUBLIC FIRST AID INSTRUCTION - 6-9 p.m., ECC. The $30 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 — APPLE/FALL FESTIVAL - 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Outdoor Central Plaza and ECC. Delicious foods including hot Italian combo sandwich with chips, baked potato bar, apple spring mix salad, and apple cobbler in the comfort of the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center. For more information, call 724-258-1167.
Vaccination Clinic Planned at Peters Twp. Rec Center Seasonal flu and pneumonia shots are available at no charge with Medicare and some commercial health coverage on September 29 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.. Participants must present a Medicare Part B or a commercial health insurance card at the time of the vaccination. Stop by the Peters Township Community Recreation Center or call 724-942-5000 to schedule your appointment.
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
————————————————————————————————————————— 46 messengerpaper.com
Library News 41 Macek Dr. #115, Pittsburgh, PA 15227 412-885-2255 calfop@einetwork.net Technology and Marketing Librarian: Pam Calfo
Corners? Come to the library for your favorite Bingo games. No registration required. Future dates: Oct. 21, Nov. 18 & Dec. 16 A complete listing of the programs can be found on our website.
Baldwin Borough Public Library September Events
CASTLE SHANNON PUBLIC LIBRARY
BALDWIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Senior Financial Literacy Program Monday, Sept. 12 @ 10 a.m. Ryan Moad, from New York Life Insurance Company, will present this informative program. Join us for a onehour seminar to discuss what is different about retirement today. Topics will include the current retirement environment, climbing your financial mountain, risks in retirement, needs vs. wants strategy, variable annuities and mutual funds, and strategies to guarantee income. Registration required. Baldwin Kids Coding Club – Saturday, Sept. 17 @ 1 p.m. Students in grades 4 and 5 can have fun while learning how to make their own online games...beginners welcome! Club members will use on and off-screen activities to learn the basics of computer programming (algorithms, loops, conditionals and persistence in problem solving). Registration required. Saturdays @ 1 p.m. (4-week series): Sept. 17 & 24; Oct. 1 & 8 Free Bingo Fridays – Friday, Sept. 23 @ 1 p.m. Full card? Postage Stamp? Four
3677 Myrtle Avenue Castle Shannon, PA 15234 412-563-4552 w w w.castleshannonlibrary.org Library Director: Heather Myrah
Castle Shannon Library September Events This September, Love Your Library! Thanks to the generous support of the Jack Buncher Foundation, donations made to the Castle Shannon Library throughout the month of September will be MATCHED! All donations to participating libraries of up to $500 per donor will count toward the match. At the end of the campaign, libraries will receive a pro-rated portion of the $125,000 match pool to support their general operations based on the total funds raised. This unique campaign coincides with the American Library Association’s National Library Card Sign-Up Month. Upcoming Programs for Adults at the Library To register for adult programs, call the Library at 412-563-4552. Monthly Book Discussion Group Owner/Publisher Douglas E. Haniford
Published Monthly by Haniford Enterprises, LLC P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243 Phone/Fax: (412) 249-8177 E-mail: news@messengerpaper.com The South Hills - Mon Valley Messenger is published during the last week of the month preceding the issue date. It is available FREE of charge at over 320 area locations throughout the South Hills and Mon Valley communities.
Editor Christen Stroh Editorial Coordinators Heather Latorre Contributing Writers/Photographers Ken Askew, Kyra Bergman, Jill Brown, J.R. Brower, Paul Chasko, Colette Dell Tracy Fedkoe, Alice Harris Charlotte Hopkins Mandy Withers-Kozlowski Heather Latorre, Krista Ramsey, Miranda Startare Christen Stroh, Michelle Taylor
Join the group for some light discussion on the second Monday of every month at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the Library. Registration is preferred but not required. The group will be discussing on September 12: Mom & Me & Mom by Maya Angelou. AARP Driver Safety Class Come to the library to participate in the AARP Driver Safety Class. The cost for the class is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-AARP members. Proof of AARP Membership is needed. Checks are REQUIRED and can be made out to AARP. Pre-registration with payment at the library is required. This class is highly recommended for those wanting to learn the effects of aging on driving. Bring to your Driver’s License and AARP card (if a member) to the class. •Wednesday, September 14th from 5 – 9 p.m. •Must have completed an 8-hour AARP class to be eligible to register this class •To register for the class, you must show proof that you completed the 8hour class Crafternoons for Adults and Seniors at the Library Join us the third Wednesday of each month for Crafternoons. We will meet downstairs from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Bring your best craft ideas with you. Adults ages 18 and over welcome. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, September 21. If you cannot make it in the afternoon, stop by between 6 - 8 p.m.! Author Chat
Advertising: Heather Daerr, Kim Davidovich Gloria Astle Charmaine Nebash Circulation Manager: Ken Askew Accounting and Business Administration: Judy Gramm Promotions and Events: Kara Prentice Art Director JMC Graphics lammienancy@aol.com (412) 835-5796
Local author and Castle Shannon resident Carleton Young will discuss how finding Civil War-era letters in his family attic in Blackridge led him to write “Voices from the Attic” on Wednesday, September 21 at 7 p.m. Rediscovered after 150 years, the letters offer fascinating insight as seen through the eyes of two soldiers fighting in America's Civil War. Registration is required. OASIS Connections Computer Classes For adults 50 and older. Registration is required. ALL COMPUTER CLASSES ARE HELD FROM 10:15 a.m 12:15 p.m. Please contact the library for a complete list of computer classes. Upcoming Programs for Children and Teens at the Library To register for Children and Teen programs, please stop in or call the Library at 412-563-4552. After School Reading Club Join us each week as we explore the world of books! Registration is preferred. Mondays, 3:45-5 p.m. from September 12 – December 19. Gaming and Craft Time Board games, Wii time, and crafting all combine to make this special free time at the library! Wednesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. September 7 - December 21. Block Party Join us at the library for a special hour of building, exploring, and designing masterpieces! This program is open to children of all ages! Wednesdays, 5:006:00 p.m. beginning September 7 and will run until December 21
Editorial Policy The South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger publishes community news free of charge. We welcome the submission of articles, news releases, community announcements, editorials and letters for publication. The Messenger will accept information via telephone, e-mail, Fax, or U.S. mail. Articles submitted without the complete name, address and telephone number of the author will not be printed. All submissions are subject to editing for length, clarity and taste. Photographs will not be returned unless accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Deadline for submissions is the 15th day of the month preceding issue date.
© The South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger and Haniford Enterprises, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this publication can be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. We reserve the right to reject or cancel any advertisement at anytime. The opinions expressed in the Messenger are those of the author, and not necessarily of the Messenger.
For advertising information, call (412) 249-8177 or e-mail news@messengerpaper.com
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
LIBRARY
messengerpaper.com 47 ——————————————————————————————————————————
LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News.. STEAM Hour Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Join us as we explore a new aspect each week! Registration is preferred. Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. September 1 - December 22. Story Times • Songs and Stories: Each week we will explore a different theme and sing a variety of songs to go with our story. Space is limited and registration is required. Caregivers must attend with your little one. Ages birth to 3. Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. September 1 December 22. • Pre-K through Second Grade: Children 4-8 years old are welcome to come get creative with us each week as we explore different story themes and make a craft that matches the theme. Thursdays, 3:45-4:15 p.m. beginning September 1 - December 22. Friends of the Library Used Book Sale Thursday, September 8, 2 – 8 p.m. $5 Preview fee. (FREE for current Friends members). Friday, September 9, 1:30 4:30 p.m. Saturday, September 10, 10:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. $6 bag sale day. Donations Accepted The library accepts donations of gently-used books, audio books, DVDs, music CDS and video games. Donations are encouraged to be dropped off when the library is open. Donations are either added to the library’s collection or sold at the Friends of the Library Book Sales to support the library.
DONORA PUBLIC LIBRARY 510 Meldon Avenue Donora, PA 15033 724-379-7940 w w w.washlibs.org/donora
Donora Public Library September Events All programs are free to the public. Library Board Meeting: Wednesday, September 7 @ 6 p.m. Story Time (Ages birth to 5) Every Friday morning at 11 a.m. This month Miss Angie and the children will be reading and learning more about school and the different grades that they will all eventually attend. Bridge Club Meets the second and fourth Thursday of every month at 3 p.m.
Knit and Crochet Group Meets the second and fourth Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. Book Club Meets the third Thursday of every month at 3 p.m. The group will be discussing “Still Life with Bread Crumbs” by Anna Quindlen and will begin reading “Winter Garden” by Kristen Hannah. Book Sale and Flea Market We still have a few months before the next upcoming book sale and flea market but we are now accepting donations in the form of household goods and books. You may drop these items off at the library anytime. The library will also be renting out vendor tables at this upcoming flea market. Each table is $25; call Angela at 724-379-7940 to reserve your table today. Space is limited. Wii Bowling Miss Angie and the library staff would like to congratulate the following three children for making it to the final round of our Wii bowling tournament: Alaina Bozik (1st), Chayanna Patterson (2nd), and Bradley Fleischman (3rd). Interview Assistance Services Mr. Michael Enwright is still offering his serves to anyone that would like to find new employment or would like interview pointers. Mr. Enwright is available Monday - Thursday from 5 p.m to 6:30 p.m. Appointments are required. You may contact Angela at 724-379-7940 to schedule an appointment. Children's Activities The following activities are still on hold until October 2016: Wee Build and Lego Club. These programs will resume beginning October 8.
JEFFERSON HILLS LIBRARY 925 Old Clairton Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 412-655-7741 w w w.jeffersonhillslibrary.org Director: Jan Reschenthaler Jefferson Hills Library September Events
All programs are open to the public. “Wreaths & Treats” Craft Class Tuesday, September 20, 2016. 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Craft a beautiful 24” fall silk and dried wreath with our library staff and enjoy fall desserts. Learn the basic skills that will also enable you to craft a wreath for all upcoming seasons and holidays. . Cost of the evening, which includes all wreath
materials, is $35. Registration required. Conversational Spanish for the Entire Family 6 Classes on Thursdays - September 29; October 6,13, 27; November 3, 10 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. This class will familiarize families with common words, greetings, and phrases that will come in handy while traveling or communicating. With well over 35 million people speaking Spanish in the United States, the stage is set for an enormous increase in Spanish usage. YOGA - Beginners and Intermediate Saturday mornings, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday evenings, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. This class is suitable for the beginner or intermediate student. Bring a mat to class. Tuition is $5 per session. Note: if you attend both classes in the SAME week, tuition is $7 for both classes. Scrabble Club Meets Tuesdays from noon- 4 p.m. The members are always looking for new players! Fall Story Times for Children Ages 3 and up Thursdays 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. and 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. Each program will feature a story, craft and snack. September 15 - My Library and Me We will talk about library manners and how reading is fun! September 22 - One World Many Stories - Puerto Rico - Come and learn about the island of Puerto Rico and some simple Spanish words and phrases. September 29 - STEM* TOGETHER - Bubbleology - Learn all about bubbles and bath time fun. “STEM - Science, Technology Engineering and Math.
MONESSEN PUBLIC LIBRARY 326 Donner Avenue Monessen, PA 15062 724-684-4750 w w w.monessenlibrary.org Library Director: Dave Zilk a
Monessen Public Library & Cultural Center September Events The Children’s schedule for Monessen Public Library & Cultural Center for September is as follows: • Saturday, September 3, “Crazy Hat Day”, at 11 a.m. Let’s wear silly hats and have loads of fun!
• Wednesday, September 7, Toddler Time, at 11 a.m. • Saturday, September 10, “Honor our Community Heroes Day”, at 11 a.m. • Monday, September 12, “National Video Games Day”, at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. • Wednesday, September 14, “Toddler Time”, at 11 a.m. • Saturday, September 17, “Police Appreciation Day”, at 11 a.m. • Monday, September 19, “Talk Like a Pirate Day”, at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Let’s all be pirates today! • Wednesday, September 21, “Toddler Time”, at 11 a.m. • Saturday, September 24, “Fall Festival”, at 11 a.m. A celebration of the beginning of Autumn. • Monday, September 26, “National Family Day”, at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. • Wednesday, September 28, “Toddler Time”, at 11 a.m. The Mon Valley Genealogy Forum will meet on Monday, September 19, at 5:30 p.m. The group is open to anyone interested in genealogy. There is a new Monessen Library EBook Club that features discussion, which will be mostly online. Check out: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2405 81213002674/permalink/ 241081259619336/ All knitters and/or crocheters are encouraged to join the new club for yarn enthusiasts. Club organizers hope to be very actively involved within the community and will be discussing potential projects. Those who wish to learn how to knit or crochet are also encouraged to join! Stop at the Library for details. The Library will present a special program on September 29 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - “The Influence of American Rock 'n' Roll on the Beatles” by Aaron Krerowicz. This 90-minute multimedia program illustrates the influence of Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, and other American recording artists from the 1950s on the Beatles through side-by-side comparisons and musical analysis of Beatles covers and original recordings. Mark your calendar for Stan Gordon – Saturday, October 1 from 1-2:30 p.m. as he presents “Astonishing Pennsylvania Encounters: Past and Present.” This illustrated presentation highlights some of the most famous and unusual UFO, Bigfoot, and strange encounter cases Stan has investigated since 1965. Hear about the latest reports.
————————————————————————————————————————— 48 messengerpaper.com
LIBRARY
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..
MONONGAHELA AREA LIBRARY 813 W. Main St. Monongahela, PA 15063 724-258-5409 w w w.washlibs.org/monongahela/ Library Director: Tiffany Jean Fleet, BA, M LIS
Monongahela Area Library September Events Thursday, September 8 at 1 p.m., Book Bites will discuss the book “American Wife” by Curtis Sittenfeld. Storytime will be held on Tuesday, September 13th, 20th, and 27th at 11 a.m., and Wednesdays the 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th at 11 a.m. Miss Becky reads with the children, does small crafts, and incorporates some block play. Thursday, September 15 at 1 p.m., Monongahela Area Library hosts a Family Block Party! Come and build something with your children - we have smooth wood blocks and Legos to help you and your children build with your imaginations. The Foster Grandparents will be meeting at Monongahela Area Library on Friday, September 16 from 11 a.m. 4 p.m. The foster grandparent volunteers help children develop academic and life skills critical to future success. Volunteers support children in: Head Start and preschool programs, kindergarten through 12th grade, and before and after school programs. Color Me Happy Hour will continue to be held on Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. The program is designed for young adults through adults of all ages. The Writer’s Group will meet on Wednesday, September 7 and Wednesday September 21 at approximately 5:30 in the activities room. SAT Vocabulary Prep will begin Wednesday, September 7 from 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. This fun and educational program is designed for teens between the ages of 14 and 19 and will help them improve their vocabulary skills. The United States Constitution turns 229 years old on September 17, so the weekend of September 16 through 17 is going to be Constitution weekend at the library! This is an election year... wouldn’t be a good idea to know how your government was designed to work? We’ll have a large print of the
Constitution on display so you can read it up close and pocket versions for you to take with you. September 25 through October 1 is Banned or Challenged Books Week. We’ll have a display of “read-stricted” books that could certainly be shameful and get you in a world of trouble if you get caught reading them. Special Events Washington County Community Foundation’s Day of Giving falls on Tuesday, September 13 this year. If you plan on supporting the library through a financial donation, this is the time to do it. All that is required is a minimum donation of $25 (though more is appreciated). Each minimum donation of at least $25 given at this specific time will receive a match from a bonus pool of funds, thereby expanding upon your generosity. PLEASE: 1. Write a check of $25 or more payable to WCCF and mail it to the Monongahela Area Library, 813 W. Main St., Monongahela, PA 15063 by Saturday, Sept. 10 or bring the check directly to the library by Tuesday, Sept. 13 by 5 p.m. Or 2. On Tuesday, Sept. 13, go online to http://www.wccfgives.org/charity search/?organization_id=170 and use a credit card to donate a minimum of $25 or more.
PETERS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY 616 East McMurray Road McMurray, PA 15317 724-941-9430 w w w.ptlibrary.org Library Director: Pier Lee
PT Library Celebrates the Life and History of Lincoln The Peters Township Public Library will host a trio of free events focusing on President Abraham Lincoln beginning in August and running through September. Beginning Tuesday, August 30 through Tuesday, September 27, the library was chosen by Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History to host the exhibit Looking at Lincoln: Political Cartoons from the Civil War Era. This national traveling exhibition explores the Civil War and issues of slavery through political cartoons depicting Abraham Lincoln and his policies. These cartoons are
vividly biting; they invite us to put aside twenty-firstcentury assumptions and look at events through the eyes of people living in the era. On Thursday, September 8 from Impressionist Richard Miller as 7-8:30 p.m. the Abraham Lincoln library will host “An Evening with President Lincoln.” Impressionist Richard Miller will share stories and anecdotes from Lincoln’s presidency and early years. Questions are encouraged to enhance the interaction with the audience. Miller is a member of the Association of Lincoln presenters and portrays Lincoln several times a year at parades, fairs, and other events. He is an avid reader of books about Lincoln and finds him to possess an outstanding sense of humor. Register to attend this program by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org or call 724.941.9430 #1. Dr. Elaine Frantz Parsons visits the library on Thursday, September 22 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. for her presentation, “Abraham Lincoln: The Careworn, Gentle Face of Wartime Violence.” Political cartoons, like other popular media, often focused on the person of Abraham Lincoln as a way to think about the inconceivable violence of the Civil War. Depicted as a calm, rational man, slow to anger, physically strong yet ungainly and nonthreatening, Lincoln came to serve as a sign of the controlled and patient wisdom of the north, as opposed to the aggression of the south. As a plain "man of the people", his was the common sense of the common man. This made the fact that he controlled a capacity for violence unknown to the nation seemingly less troubling. This program will discuss how the figure of Lincoln mediated discussions of violence during the war. Dr. Parsons is an associate professor of history at Duquesne University. Her most recent book, Ku-Klux: The Birth of the Klan in the Reconstruction Era, was published in January 2016. She is currently working on a labor history of hired violence workers. Register to attend this program by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org or call 724-9419430 #1.
ROSTRAVER PUBLIC LIBRARY 700 Plaza Drive Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-379-5511 w w w.rostraverlibrary.org Library Director: Ruth Ann Zupan
Rostraver Public Library September Events Rostraver Public Library's Storytime registration is now open for the fall session. The library has sessions available on Thursday and Friday mornings for children three to five years of age with the first meetings slated for the 22 and 23. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Please call the library for more info or to register at 724-379-5511. A new evening book club is forming. Meetings are planned for the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. This month the group will discuss "The Nineteenth Wife" by David Ebershoff. Copies of the book are available for loan through the library. Copies of the October book, Luanne Rice's "The Lemon Orchard," are also available. The afternoon book club meets September 14 at 1 p.m. to discuss "A Thousand Acres" by Jane Smiley, the story of the strains in a family when the father wants to divide his land between his three daughters. New members are always welcome. Tickets are available at the library for the October 8 fall fundraiser featuring Cahal Dunne. Cost is $20 and includes coffee and dessert with BYOB and snacks encouraged. Silent auction, raffle baskets, 50/50 and door prizes will also be available. The library will be participating in the Pittsburgh Foundations Fall 2016 Day of Giving. The donations may be made on Wednesday, September 21 between 8 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. through the website at www.pittsburghgives.org using a credit card. Donations made that day will receive a partial match through the Community Foundation of Westmoreland County. The library's knitting group meets each Tuesday. Meeting time alternates between 1 p.m. on the first and third week each month and 7 p.m. on the remaining weeks.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
LIBRARY
messengerpaper.com 49 ——————————————————————————————————————————
LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..LIBRARY News..
WEST NEWTON LIBRARY 124 N. Second St. West Newton, PA 15089 724-972-3229
West Newton Library Upcoming Events Annual Tea It's time the West Newton Library's Annual Tea. The tea will take place at the Le Grande Room on Sunday, September 18 starting promptly at 2 p.m. with a great selection of tea foods. There will be plenty of fabulous items to choose from at the Chinese auction, and don't miss your chance to participate in the silent tea pot auction that will take place during the event. Tickets are very limited this year, so purchase your early. This year’s tea is based on the BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances. It will be a fun filled afternoon as you join Mrs. Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced Bouquet, if you please) for a mid afternoon tea. Tickets are on sale now for just $15 and can be purchased at the West Newton Library or at Gary's Chuck Wagon located on South Second St. in West Newton. Mega Book Sale Due to some very large donations after our last book sale we will be hosting one more sale for 2016. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Septe 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, September 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Mega Book Sale will take place at the Historic Plumer House, 131 South Water St. Come and load up a bag for just $5. If you have books that you would like to donate to this sale, please contact the library at 724-9723229 to make arrangements.
WHITEHALL PUBLIC LIBRARY 100 Borough Park Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15236 • 412-882-6622 w w w.whitehallpubliclibrary.org Director: Paula Kelly
News from the Whitehall Public Library Vacancy - Library Board of Directors The Whitehall Public Library is currently accepting letters of interest and resumes for two available Library Board positions beginning January 2017. Applicants should have a strong commit-
ment to public service, and value the importance of public libraries in the community. Whitehall residency is required. Letters of interest and resumes may be submitted at the library to the attention of: Ms. Cristina Brady President, Whitehall Public Library Board 100 Borough Park Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15236 You may also apply online at: whitehall@einetwork.net. Application deadline is October 15, 2016. Love Your Library, a first of its kind county-wide campaign developed by the Allegheny County Library Association and Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, encourages residents to show their library love by investing in their libraries. Take advantage of this special opportunity to ‘stretch’ your support dollars and consider a library donation in September. The Jack Buncher Foundation has generously agreed to match library donations made during the month, so now is the perfect time to support the Whitehall Library! Mail in your donation or donate online at: htwww.whitehallpubliclibrary.org/your-support/donate-online2/. Parent Autism Support Group will return on Tuesday, September 6 @ 7 p.m. in the Second Chapter Café. No registration required. A Square Deal for a Square Meal! [Time-Saving Practices in the Kitchen / How to Save Time in the Kitchen] Wednesday, September 14 @ 1 p.m. Prep-time work shouldn’t be a fulltime job! Join the library for a talk and food demonstration by Chef Ryan of Atria Senior Living. Inspired by the ideals of fairness, organization, and timeliness celebrated on Labor Day, this program will feature ways to make hearty meals without the hard labor! Chef Ryan will prepare two entrees for the group while dishing on all the secrets any cook should know when cooking for many (or even just one) and getting help from none! Portions of the plate, unite! FREE - Registration is required. Windows 10 Class / Saturday, Sept 17 @ 10:30-11:30 a.m. Did you get a device that runs Windows 10? This class will teach you about important settings, how to navigate and customize the Start menu and various screens, and how to find and install apps that you'll love to use. If you
have a problem with your account login information, please schedule an appointment ahead of time to get help. FREE Registration is required. Writing Pittsburgh: A Friendly Chat with Homegrown Novelists Tuesday, September 20 @ 1 p.m. Rebecca Drake, Annette Dashofy, and Gwyn Cready represent the suspense, mystery and romance genres of modern day fiction. Between them they have written 17 novels, a number of which have been set in and around Pittsburgh. They'll talk about getting published, what it's like to use one's hometown as a setting, and putting strong female characters into their stories. The authors will be selling and signing their books after the talk. Registration is required. Tablet Support Group – Wednesday, Sept 28 @ 6:30-7:30 pm Stop in and share your tablet issues
with other users. Get answers to general usage questions, how to download apps, and more! An expert will be available to answer and research more in-depth questions. Join us to learn about these new technologies. Bring power cord and make sure your device is fully charged. If you have a problem with your account login information, please schedule an appointment ahead of time to get help. Questions? Call 412-882-6622. NEW – SUPPER CLUB! Coming In September! A program series to whet the appetite. The food scene in Pittsburgh has exploded over the last decade and it's easy to be left behind without even a menu to hold on to. We're going to change that. Start the fall with a clean plate. One bus. One restaurant. One great time. For more information, call Brandon at 412-8826622.
E-mail your News to:
news@messengerpaper.com
————————————————————————————————————————— 50 messengerpaper.com
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Recent Local Death Notices ABERCROMBIE, James R., 64, of Jefferson Hills, died August 7. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. BALL, Joseph Francis “Pappy Joe” Sr., 96, of South Park, died July 28. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township. BARNCORD, James H. Sr., 84, of Wauchula, FL (formerly of Monongahela), died July 16. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. BICKERTON, June Aileen, 89, of Clairton, died July 25. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. BLAHO, John P. “Jack”, 73, of Jefferson Hills, died July 24. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. BURNWORTH, James F., 72, of Charleroi, died July 22. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. CORRADETTI, Diana Marie, 67, of Bethel Park, died July 8. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. DRALLE, Anthony V., 74, of Bethel Park, died July 26. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. DUPALY, Rose, 83, of Baldwin, died July 25. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. FLAVIN, Douglas, 59, formerly of Bethel Park, died July 7. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. FREDIANA, Marcella D., 99, of North Charleroi, died August 11. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. FREDIANI, David E., 62, of Pleasant Hills (formerly of Bethel Park), died July 16. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. GARY, Lois V., 93, of Bethel Park, died July 22. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park.
GEYER, John F., 82, of Baldwin Township, died July 15. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. GILLOT, Marian “Pat”, 73, of Charleroi, died July 25. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. GURTNER, Donald, 75, of Whitehall, died July 27. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. HACKETT, James Patrick, 85, of Bethel Park, died July 1. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. HERSCHE, Erma E., 93, formerly of Bethel Park, died July 22. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. HUNKELE, Raymond, E., 88, of South Park, died July 18. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township. JAKI, Charles B. “Chuckie”, 71, of Finleyville, died July 18. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. KALLON, Margaret, 69, of South Park, died July 1. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. KEDZUF, Mary M. (Rump), 82, of Lakeland, FL (formerly of Baldwin Borough), died August 2. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township. KOSKOSKI, Mary A., 91, of Finleyville, died July 14. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. KUROWSKY, David Joseph, 64, of Charleroi, died July 22. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. KUVINKA, Stella M., 97, of North Charleroi, died July 20. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. LAMBERT, Albert “Junior”, 77, of Coal Center, died July 16. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
LARGE, Thomas, 64, of Jefferson Hills, died July 27. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. LEWIS, Robert R., 95, of South Park, died July 21. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. LUKACH, Geraldine L., 79, of Monongahela, died July 23. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. MACEK, Donald J., 89, of Baldwin Borough, July 26. Arrangements by Griffith Funeral Home, Inc. in South Park Township. MANCINE, Peter P. “Buddy” Jr., 76, of Bethel Park, died August 1. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. MARLETT, Ruth S. (Wiliuszis), 82, of New Eagle, died July 18. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. McLAUGHLIN, Chet A., 47, of Charleroi, died July 14. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. MENYO, Claudia, 36, of Roscoe, died August 4. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. MICKEY, Ralph E. Sr., 87, of Stockdale, died July 27. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. OBRICKI, Paula C., 31, of South Park, died August 7. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. ODOSKI, Catherine M. (Tachoir), 90, of West Mifflin, died July 30. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. PAVER, Mary, 97, formerly of Finleyville, died July 5. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. PIVOVARNIK, Margaret “Peg”, 85, of Charleroi, died July 20. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. POSI, Robert, 84, of Charleroi, died July 3. Arrangements by Marshall
Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. PRIMORICH, Albert M. Sr., 83, of Finleyville, died July 15. Arrangements by Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville. RITENOUR, Suzanne, 57, of Allenport, died July 16. Arrangements by Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. in Roscoe. RUPINSKY, Pauline, 91, formerly of Bethel Park, died July 11. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. RUPPEN, Mary Ann (Zrinscak), 88, of Whitehall, died July 23. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. SELLARO, Norman, 71, of Pleasant Hills, died July 21. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. SPENCER, John T., 60, of Charleroi, died August 11. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. STEELE, Ernesta “Ernie” Anne, 73, of Bethel Park, died August 10. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills. TOMINELLO, Darlene R., 60, of California, PA, died July 16. Arrangements by Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Charleroi. WEAVER, Walter Earl “Buck” “Doc”, 73, of Monongahela, died July 21. Arrangements by Marshall Marra Funeral Home in Monongahela. WISE, Delbert, 91, of Jefferson Hills, died August 8. Arrangements by Stephen Slater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills. YAGODICH, Amil Miller, 87, of Charleroi, died July 14. Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi. YOUNG, James H., 87, of Bethel Park, died July 8. Arrangements by Paul L. Henney Memorial Chapel in Bethel Park. YOUNG, Marilyn M., 86, of Pleasant Hills, died August 3. Arrangements by Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————— 51
SPORTS Taipei County, Chinese Taipei Wins Back-to-Back Pony League World Series Titles By Paul Chasko The Dick’s Sporting Goods Pony League World Series (PLWS) was played out in a double-elimination tournament at the Lew Hays Pony League Field in Washington, Pennsylvania during the second week of August. Taipei County, Chinese Taipei once again outlasted the competition and took the Pony League trophy back home to Chinese Taipei. This was the 65th year that A Peters Township coach discusses the Pony League World Series strategy with his team.. has been played. From 1952 through 1993, qualifying teams were selected from the Lower Continental United states. Beginning the following year and beyond, the PLWS took on an international flavor due to the spread and interest of youth baseball outside the borders of the US. Teams from Chinese Taipei, Puerto Rico, Japan, Korea, and Mexico have joined the State of Hawaii in traveling to Washington , PA for the ultimate Pony League Tournament, deciding the world champion team on the field named for Lew Hays, who began Pony League Baseball. The teams qualifying for the 2016 PONY League World Series were: Europe: Paderborn, Germany Mexico: Los Mochis, Sinaloa Asia-Pacific: Taipei County, Chinese Taipei North Zone U.S.: Bay County, Michigan South Zone U.S.: Laredo, Texas East Zone U.S.: Chesterfield, Virginia West Zone U.S.: Maui, Hawaii Host Area North: Johnstown, PA Host Area South: Peters Township, PA Host: Washington County, PA Of local Interest, Washington County lost to Paderborn, Germany 12-0 in game 4 and was relegated to the loser bracket. They were eliminated in game 8 by a 12-5 loss to Bay County, Michigan. Peters Township was also relegated to the loser bracket by a 4-1 loss to Los Mochis, Mexico in the opening game of the tournament. They won over Johnstown in a close game 6-5 but met up with Los Mochis again in game 9 and were eliminated by losing that one 13-9. Johnstown had lost game 2 to Chesterfield Virginia prior to their loss to Peters Township and they also were eliminated.
EARLY CANADIAN GOOSE SEASON OPEN AT WESTMORELAND COUNTY PARKS Beginning September 1 through September 24, 2016, Westmoreland County Parks will be open to hunters on a limited schedule. The county has participated in scheduled control program for the past few years and recognizes that hunting s - remains the most effective and efficient way to manage the resident goose population at their lakes. The county also participates in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services “Geese Peace” program to further control the geese population at our County Parks. Hunting Hours And Locations: • Twin Lakes Park, Greensburg Dawn - 9 a.m. (Tuesdays And Thursdays Only) • Mammoth Park, Mt. Pleasant Dawn - 9 a.m. (Monday And Wednesdays Only) EXCEPTION: There will be NO hunting at M a.m.moth Park on Monday, September 5th due to special events. • Chestnut Ridge Park, Acme Dawn - Dusk (There are no day restrictions for hunting) • Bridgeport Dam Park, Mt. Pleasant Dawn - Dusk (There are no day restrictions for hunting)
Early Detection Saves Lives Free prostate education and screening program Wednesday, Sept. 28
I
5:30 p.m.
Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center • Learn about the importance of early detection. • Receive an exam and a prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test from MVH medical staff and the Charles L. and Rose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion and Regional Cancer Center. • This program is intended for men ages 50-75 who do not already have a diagnosis of prostate problems.
Screening by registration only
724-258-1333
Go to our website gallery at www.messengerpaper.com for more photos by Paul Chasko.
September is Prostate Health Month. MM/CL-MVM/8-16
————————————————————————————————————————— 52 messengerpaper.com
SPORTS
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Keystone Little League Wins PA State Championship and More By Paul Chasko The Little League Baseball Pennsylvania championship was decided in Rostraver Township last month at the conclusion of a week-long double elimination tournament pitting the best little league baseball teams from throughout Pennsylvania against each other. For little league baseball, Pennsylvania is divided into 32 districts which are grouped into 8 sections. The champions of each district are decided at the end of the regular season and further tournament play decided the best team in each of the 8 sections. This year, the tournament deciding the state champion team was hosted by the Rostraver Youth Baseball Association under the direction of President Scott Bryer and a host of volunteers. All games in the tournament were played at the little league field at the John DiVirglio Sports Complex in Rostraver Township. Participating team players, parents and team managers were very vocal in their praise of the facilities and the professional organization of the entire event – even in the face of a few torrential downpours that occurred during the week. The playing field was covered when needed and the 16 games played were completed pretty much on schedule with only one significant rain delay. Rostraver could not have been a better host. The teams representing the eight little league sections of Pennsylvania were: Section 1 Harbor Creek Section 2 Norwin Section 3 Keystone Section 4 Mechanicsburg Section 5 Nanticoke Section 6 Warwick Section 7 West Side Section 8 Morrisville Norwin, being the Championship team from our area (District 2), was beaten 10-2 by Keystone in the first round and was relegated to the loser’s bracket but managed to win one more game against Morrisville 6-3 before being eliminated by West Side. Keystone also fell into the loser’s bracket losing to Warwick 11-9 but they met Warwick once again in the semi-finals and played
Keystone Little League – PA State Champions
Brady Bendik is mobbed by teammates after another home run
them again in the championship game winning both of those games 8-5 and 118. Keystone was crowned Pennsylvania Little League Champion at the end of tournament play and the Warwick Bulldog team was runner-up. Home for the Keystone team is north of State College, PA. Winning the State championship placed Keystone (representing PA) in the World Series leading to the finals in Williamsport, PA. Their first challenge in mid-August was tough competition in the Mid-Atlantic Regional Tournament – also a double-elimination tournament held in Bristol, Connecticut. W - Pennsylvania 10 - Maryland 7 L - Washington DC 7 - Pennsylvania 2 W - Pennsylvania 5 - New Jersey 1 W - Pennsylvania 9 - Delaware 5 W - Pennsylvania 11 - Washington DC 3 L - New York 6-Pennsylvania 2 The final loss to New York kept Keystone Little League from the Little League World Series finals, but nevertheless, a great season for Keystone – the PA Champions.
Go to our website gallery at www.messengerpaper.com for more photos by Paul Chasko.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
SPORTS
messengerpaper.com 53 ——————————————————————————————————————————
————————————————————————————————————————— 54 messengerpaper.com
HOME & GARDEN
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Home & Garden End-of-Summer Checklist After a few months of blue skies and warm temperatures, summer revelers will soon bid adieu to the sultry days of this beloved season. As the warm days dwindle and work and school commitments begin anew, there is additional work to be done in preparation for the months ahead. • Stock up on pool equipment. Homeowners who have pools can take advantage of end-of-season sales to purchase a few more gallons of pool chlorine or other pool equipment. • Plan your garden harvest. If you have a backyard garden, pick your tomatoes and other vegetables before the weather starts to get chilly. Herbs can be washed and frozen in zipper-top baggies so they can be used when cooking over the next several months. Boil tomatoes for sauce and freeze or jar them. Begin to clear out residual stems and plant debris from the garden. • Clean patios and furniture. Scrub and hose down outdoor furniture, cushions and living areas. Clean and dry items before storing them for the winter, so everything is ready to go when the warm weather returns next year. • Purchase spring bulbs. Buy bulbs for spring-blooming flowers and map out where they will be planted. Wait until temperatures start to dip before planting the bulbs, otherwise they may (Continued on page 56)
Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller CARROLL TOWNSHIP Capital Services Inc. Jennifer Stowinsky Thomas Ashcraft et al. George Parasolick Revocable Trust George Parasolick Revocable Trust Lawrence Cardillo Jr. Jenifer Lamendola M. Allan Holtz Samuel Rashada Jr. Violet Vignoli estate et al.
Buyer Keith and Susan Malencia Rebecca Zimmerman Katherine Parasolick Boyd and Barbara Morris Dennis and Joyce O'Dell Edward Hartle III and Megan Hartle Joseph Uhrin Minda Stroud Kelan and Michelle Revetta George and Melissa McGrew
Address
Price
Adams St. 12 Cracker Jack Road 6 Dearborn Ave. 1672 Lucetta Drive 1672 Lucetta Drive 772 Route 481 820 Wanner Ave. 110 Laken St. 110 Cord Road 1125 Marion St.
$20,000. $52,000. $17,000. $20,000. $40,000. $18,000. $140,000. $148,000. $179,000. $16,825.
CHARLEROI Russell Real Estate Pittsburgh LLC Palmiero Capital LLC 713 Fallowfield Ave. Russell Real Estate Pittsburgh LLC Palmiero Capital LLC 803 Fallowfield Ave. Washington County Tax Claim Bureau Charleroi Borough Lincoln Ave. Russell Real Estate Pittsburgh LLC Palmiero Capital LLC 410 Washington Ave. Santi Russo Delert Sapko Jr. and Sandra Sapko 618 Fallowfield Ave. Nathan Black Holly Parrish 513 Eighth St. Linda Calcek First Federal Savings and Loans Assn. Greene Co. 727 Lincoln Ave. Mark Wozniak Darrin Stanisz 400 Oakland St.
$33,000. $44,000. $5,000 by sheriff's deed. $33,000. $10,000. $7,500. $44,944 by sheriff's deed. $72,000.
DONORA RMX70 LLC Adaria Fesh Estate of Margaret Penak John Coyle Brooke Kinder Donna Neil Wnek Yolanda Thornton Mark Proctor Edward Fogel Ronald and Amber Zaladonis Albert Mueller James Romito and Sherry Jarvis Donora Lumber Co. ZMZ Properties LLC Alexander Sanchez Tyler James Bevan Robert Yeugelowitz Gary and Laurie Allard US Bank NA trustee John White Robert R & Loretta S Michaux Revocable L Deivi Garcia et al. and Rosa Garcia Constance Sikora Daisha Bobola Federal National Mortgage Assn. Kingdom First Properties LLC Jerome Botsko Bernard and Barbara Borkowski
437 Seventh St. 724 Alen Ave. 1030 Marelda Ave. 22hse 1 Third St. 624 Highland Ave. 101 Ida Ave. 300 Meldon Ave. 106 Modisette Ave. 218 S. Allen Ave. 801 Ninth St. 709 Waddell Ave. 632 Tenth St. 110 Allen Ave. 1522 Meldon Ave.
$5,000. $20,000. $4,000. $5,000. $15,000. $9,000. $138,000. $50,000. $71,000. $20,000. $23,000. $60,000. $2,205. $1,200.
ELIZABETH BOROUGH Robert Fisher
Charlene Dotson
112 Third Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $101,085).
ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Dante Guglielmo
John Megela
257 Broadlawn Drive
$94,000.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
HOME & GARDEN
messengerpaper.com 55 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Top 5 Home Projects to Help You Save Money It’s remodeling season, and with so many projects on the to-do list, which should you tackle first? While some projects provide great long-term return on investment, a few simple ones can provide instant savings. Here are the top home spring projects to help you save money: Caulk around windows and doors — Stop air leaks around your home by sealing existing gaps and cracks. Use caulking or weather stripping around doors and windows. Installing a door sweep is also a good idea. Insulate your home — Use insulation with a high R-value, such as Roxul Comfortbatt, which can be used to top up insulation in your attic. Aim for an R-value of 50 or a depth of 16 inches. For whole home efficiency, ensure other areas of your home, such as crawl spaces, basement headers, walls and ceilings, are well insulated. It will keep your house cool in the warm weather and take the stress off your air conditioning unit.
Clean your AC unit — Come spring, it’s not uncommon to find an air conditioner’s condenser and compressor blocked up with dirt and debris. This can result in greater stress on the unit, causing it to work harder. Giving it a thorough cleaning is easy and can help maximize your AC unit’s service life while minimizing your energy bill. Plant trees — Direct sunlight can heat up surfaces and building materials, as well as the interior temperature of your home. Consider planting trees in strategic locations to provide shade and reduce cooling costs. Install a rain barrel — Water is an important, but costly resource. Installing a rain barrel is an easy and affordable measure to reduce your water consumption, while keeping your lawn and garden looking great. These simple home maintenance tasks can be well worth the effort, potentially providing hundreds of dollars in annual savings.
————————————————————————————————————————— 56 messengerpaper.com
End-of-Summer Checklist (Continued from page 54)
begin to produce shoots prematurely, zapping the bulbs of energy. • Check the heating system. Although turning on the heat may be the last thing you're thinking about, it's a good idea to test it and, if necessary, have the system serviced. • Tend to the deck and other repairs. Make repairs to outdoor structures now, and they'll be more likely to survive the harsh weather. Apply stain or sealant to protect wood structures. • Examine the roof and chimney. Winter is a poor time to learn you have missing roof shingles or a leak. Furthermore, ensure the chimney and venting to the outdoors is not obstructed by abandoned animal nests. • Check your closets. Go through clothing and remove any items that are damaged or no longer fit. • Stock the shed. Move outdoor flower pots, hoses and lawn ornaments you no longer need into the shed or garage while ensuring items needed in fall and winter are more accessible.
HOME & GARDEN
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller
Buyer
Address
Price
ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Matthew Marasco Anthony and Alysa Burgard John Zeiler Krystin Saunders and Brandon Miller Timothy Altomari Matthew Venetz Debbie Matthews et al. William Pope Jr. and Jessica Pope Deidre Albanese Francis and Marilyn Marasco Andrew Hanick Brett and Alice Maksin Jeffrey Heinichen George Dukic III and Rachel Dukic Carol Stoessel trustee William Proud and Margaret Zmuda Jeffrey Szykowny Daniel and Jessica Boyd Estate of Robert Codeluppi Scott and Amanda Dolekary Allegheny County Redevelopment Authority Jay Hoar and Karen Danes Jayne Littleton Sheree Payne Justin Jerome Julie and Christopher Huellen Estate of Donald Hafner Michael Sostaric Jr. and Caitlin Sostaric Thomas Kadar Joshua Alvarez and Brooke Plants Terry Moon John Klingensmith IV Richard Pershing Harry Robinson III and Arlene Robinson John Pavlik estate et al. Norma Jean Williams and Brad Lee Burd Federal National Mortgage Assn. Jeffrey and Michele Heinichen William Bracken Michael Cialone and Sara Zupan Mary Jane Rhoades Kay Parasolick Loretta Tarquinio Tamy Beckowitz Hadad and Angelo Hadad George Mary Eric Ash Tera Warren Jessica Delmaster and Michael Warman
401 Cedar Drive 623 Douglas Ave. 209 Highland Drive 822 Pinecrest Drive 314 Sarasota Drive 422 Timothy Drive 125 Valley View Drive 309 Benchoff St. 437 Cedar Drive 138 Dorman Drive 141 Endora St. 3318 Muse St. 214 Narragansett Drive 409 Timothy Drive 606 West Newton Road 520 Frencik St. 305 Shaffer Ave. 603 Terrace Drive 720 Everglade Drive 104 Karen Drive 394 Lovedale Road 117 Mt. Vernon Drive 336 Rock Run Road 651 Scenery Drive
$280,000. $180,000. $129,000. $126,500. $262,000. $125,000. $270,000. $127,000. $293,250. $105,000. $1,700. $47,000. $227,000. $75,000. $110,000. $70,000. $105,000. $129,000. $60,000. $169,900. $35,000. $63,000. $81,500. $95,000.
FALLOWFIELD Estate of Robert Ritscher Leonard Borkowski estate et al. Mark Jackman Anthony Gazdick Estate of Beth Deicas Hines
1056 Fourth Street Ext. 77 Cooper Road 97 Coyle Curtain Road 4 Reservoir Ave. 1385 Route 481
$134,000. $100,000. $126,000. $54,500. $18,000.
Wayne Kraeer Jr. and Rachel Kraeer JPK Construction LLC Jessica Lynn Wolfgang Alyssa Marks Carl and Karen Deicas
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
HOME & GARDEN
messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————— 57 57
58 messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————
What to Look For During Roof Inspections Cold weather can be tough on a home, and perhaps no part of a home is more vulnerable to harsh winter weather than its roof. Fallen snow can equate to several pounds of pressure placed on a residential roof. Roofs do not often collapse under heavy snowfall. But adverse winter weather conditions can compromise roofs in other ways. Water leakage and damage to the roof’s interior are just two of the potentially problematic issues that can arise when roofs are battered by cold, blustery weather. That’s why many home improvement specialists advise homeowners to conduct roof inspections prior to the start of winter. Many homeowners can conduct their own cursory roof inspections, but they may not know exactly what to look for. The National Roofing Contractors Association says that there are certain key areas to inspect that may reveal some telltale signs of roof damage. • Curled, cracked or missing shingles may prove troublesome. Inclement weather can test the strength of even the most durable roofs. Even though many roofs are designed to last up to 30 years, some may need to be replaced early, particularly when they have been exposed to harsh weather over a period of years. Individual shingles can be replaced as spot treatments, but if the damage is widespread, a new roof may be necessary. (Continued on page 60)
HOME & GARDEN
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller
Buyer
FORWARD TOWNSHIP Estate of Kenneth Pritchard Christine Gibson Federal National Mortgage Assn.
Address
Christine Smith and Eric Strotman Bruce Maybury RGB South LLC
JEFFERSON HILLS NVR Inc. Jessica Homa and Ryan Bujnowski NVR Inc. John and Elizabeth Ackermann NVR Inc. Jessica and Aaron Surman Ray Peter Harwood Jack and Jamie Thomas Malcolm Faulkner Veterans Administration Stephen Tarpey Corrine Caldwell Caitlin Fisher Hanna Roman Patricia Ann Melis Stephen and Lauryn Sacha Estate of Anne Carlson Nicholas and Lamanda Scherer Hanna Roman Audley Properties LLC David Jerome Volk trustee Heather Diess Michael Kobetich Symmetry Estates LLC Elizabeth Rothbauer Richard Castagna Gloria Szulkowski trustee Kimberly Zapf Walter Herold Jeffrey Bonno and Erin Barr Walter Jackson Premier RE Solutions LLC Environmentally Sound Enterprises LLC NVR Inc. Joseph Daugerdas John and Amy Dzurko Peter Carilli Jr. Patricia Mansfield and James Franks Estate of Raymond Joseph Englert Julianellie Co. LLC Michael Battle Steven and Rebecca Janosko R & Y Development Inc. Jeffrey and Julie Thompson Carl Brown Jr. Justin and Brandi Robson Kathleen Conforti Caldwell Kevin Karnack et al. and Jane Karnack Mark Blackburn Lorelei and Hugh Bartrug MONESSEN Joan Crosby Federal National Mortgage Assn. Doreen Todaro Joel Walsh Elizabeth Warren Melissa Stima Maribeth Kravets
Daryle Burger Mark and Brenda DiEugenio Kayla Snyder Don and Harriet Kiefer Federal National Mortgage Assn. Brian Hess Chelsey Kravets
Robert Lucas Antoinette Caruso Thomas Bojsen Richard Thomas David Mascara Valley 1st Community FCU Kerry Klotzman
Gavin and Heather Gross Kenneth Heilman James and Angela Lipscomb Christy Little Deivi and Rosa Portorreal Garcia Michael and Elizabeth Borinsky Cynthia Welch
PRICE REDUCED
Price
198 Drake Ave. 2064 John St. 39 Main St. aka 421 Bunola RiverRd 340 Greene Drive 351 Greene Drive 405 Hindman Drive 142 Hollywood Drive 6010 Independence Drive 1520 Larkspur Drive 1521 Marion Drive 1089 Antler Drive 822 Cochran Mill Road 364 New World Drive 2009 Old Clairton Road 119 Roberts Drive Route 885 2024 S. Randolph Drive 131 Stevens Ridge Drive 409 Stilley Road 349 Greene Drive 4201 Harlin Drive 4201 Harlin Drive 1010 Lewis Run Road 2101 Adams Drive 5009 Alta Vista Drive 116 Hillview Road 2049 Silverdale Drive 708 Waterman Road
$5,000. $45,000. $60,000.
$361,820. $304,522. $326,258. $134,900. $3,469 by sheriff's deed. $130,000. $129,900. $274,500. $120,000. $88,000. $120,000. $61,700. $2,000. $314,000. $360,000. $121,000. $60,000. $214,000. $246,000. $40,000. $25,000. $93,000. $140,000. $358,500. $400,000.
700 Delaware Ave. $5,000. 613 Manown St. $9,000. 102 Elm Ave. $20,000. 22 Keystone Drive $64,900. 648 Knox Ave. $1,545 by sheriff's deed. 162 Schoonmaker Ave. $14,000. 44 Schoonmaker Ave. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $51,615). 23 Stanton Drive $109,500. 136 Pacific Blvd. $4,680. 1108 Summit Ave. $22,000. 32 Willow Drive $142,000. 928 Athalia Ave. $24,500. 424 426 Motheral Ave. $13,000. 1805 Service Lane $45,000.
PRICE REDUCED
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
HOME & GARDEN
messengerpaper.com —————————————————————————————————————————— 59 59
————————————————————————————————————————— 60 messengerpaper.com
What to Look For During Roof Inspections (Continued from page 58)
• Attic leaks or water elsewhere might signal issues with the roof. Figure out if water inside the home is coming from the roof. Water stains do not always indicate problems with the roofing. • If gutters are filled with the sandy granular material that coats roofing shingles, that may be a sign of an aging or damaged roof. • Inspect flashing. Professional roofers can recognize properly installed flashing, the material that connects the roof to other parts of the house that adjoin the roof, like skylights or a chimneys. Poorly installed flashing can cause leaks. Stains that appear below chimneys or near attic windows may indicate new flashing, and not new shingles, is needed. • Gutters and downspouts should be in good condition. A roof is the sum of its parts, and that includes downspouts and gutters. If the gutters are clogged or damaged, they cannot direct water away from the house properly. Snow, leaves and other debris needs to be cleared from gutters. • Animals and insects can cause damage, too. It’s not just poor weather that homeowners need to consider with regard to roof damage. Boring insects and animals may cause problems with roofs as well. A roof inspection may shed light on potential pest problems. Holes or nesting materials may indicate that an animal or animals are using the attic as a shelter from the elements. Get to the root of issues with your home’s roof before they become bigger problems once winter arrives. A thorough inspection can reveal problems that may prove costly if ignored.
HOME & GARDEN
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller MONONGAHELA Earl Zakrzewski Shoup Properties LLC Jeremy Jones Ryan Brain Raymond Evans Gina Latona et al. Jason Thomas Lesnock
Buyer Gabel Child Maimon Pittsburgh LLC et al. Gregory John and Tiffany Anna Jones Thomas Vail and Martha Durinsky David and Kelly Smith Joyce Hunker Charles and Laurie Cochran
NEW EAGLE James Jericho II Matthew and Charity Rowland Deutsche Bank National Bank Co. trustee Castle 2016 LLC Charles Browning US Bank NA trustee
Address 1109-1111 Chess St. W. Main St. 515 Grant St. 717 Grant St. 224 Gregg St. 1038 Fourth St. 310 Seventh St. 178 Seventh Ave. 416 Birch Drive 459 Second Ave.
Price $53,500. $1,510,937. $68,500. $79,921. $95,000. $69,921. $59,900. $270,000. $11,650. $1,073 by sheriff's deed.
NORTH BELLE VERNON Wells Fargo Bank NA Estate of Carl Campieri
Boom SC LLC Bonnie Jean Lambert
Robert Arthurs II
US Bank National Assn. trustee
304 Fell St. $22,505. 54 Highland St. $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $66,761). 821 Broad Ave. $1,310 by sheriff's deed.
NORTH CHARLEROI Charmaine Triscik Steven Gray Rapid Property Solutions LLC
Cecilia Scutaru Andor JJ Mercury Ltd. Brandon and Chelsea Pergola
804 Conrad Ave. 625 Locust Lane 524 Conrad Ave.
NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIP Christian Duvall Peter Mansmann Gilbert McGurl Richard Osmond et al.
William and Jennifer McNary 262 Arrowhead Lane Christy Thompson Blackburn/Jared Daniel Blackb 524 Munntown Road Thomas and Tanya Mejkal 415 Nottingham Forest Drive David and Marci Kirchner 105 Barr Road
PETERS TOWNSHIP George Stark Michael and Kelly Tookey Peters Township Land Co. Christopher and Angela Herisko Kimberly Kaminsky Joseph and Amanda Collier Steven Greene James and Sarah Stiegel Scott Rectenwald Joseph and Blanca Daugerdas Robert Flanigan Michael and Deborah Blasher Hui Liu Jeffrey Boice and Amy Tilberg Donald Miller Jeffrey and Melissa Nyder Edwin Hart et al. Fethi Turan John Heaton Stephen and Suzanne Brown Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC James and Coral Bryja Michael Charles Hardoby Jr. Steven and Tammy Anthos Lawrence Smore Michael Silvestri and Nicole Wotus Silvestri Eddy Land Co. Jeffrey and Sandra Mertens Curtis Young Patrick and Susana Traister Terry Latkovic Daniel Arcuri and Stefanie Carson Gust Family Revocable Living Trust Sandra Jo Taylor Gary Snacker Theodore Taylor III David Ingram Jason and Sara Garvey Venetia Pointe Homeowners Assoc. Inc. Donald Redman Jr. and Maria Sharpe Martha Ann Kanczak Robert and Barbara Carlisle
107 Cypress Court Fox Ridge Drive 384 Justabout Road 121 McIntosh Drive 263 Quail Run Road 106 Salisbury Drive 426 Timberlake Drive 229 Walnut Drive 203 Abbey Brook Lane 101 Bower Hill Road 358 Buckingham Drive 320 Buffalo Ridge Road 303 Country Brook Drive 308 Crossbow Court 114 Doubletree Drive 110 Fieldstone Court 131 Meadowbrook Circle 104 Pine Creek Drive 211 Royalbrooke Road 210 Settlers Court 121 Sheffield Lane
$23,000. $34,000. $84,000. $463,000. $255,000. $347,500. $330,000. $444,900. $195,000. $299,900. $374,000. $154,000. $450,000. $282,450. $385,000. $425,000. $429,500. $1,009,200. $580,000. $677,500. $607,056. $475,000. $306,000. $262,000. $300,000. $270,000. $285,458. $315,000.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
HOME & GARDEN
messengerpaper.com 61 —————————————————————————————————————————— SM
Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller
Buyer
Address
$408,000. $411,000. $397,100. $80,000. $371,970. $537,000. $105,000. $212,000. $600,000. $165,000. $699,921. $223,000. $560,000. $517,000. $292,000. $355,000. $355,000. $98,000. $500,499. $199,900. $297,000. $190,000. $51,000. $299,000. $354,000. $281,000.
PLEASANT HILLS Mary Reed Janet Ingram Estate of Martha Lipowcan Estate of Thomas Dulak
$200,000. $164,900. $179,900. $103,000.
Amy Ray Joshua and Elizabeth Smart Siarhei Lapitski and Alena Lapitskaya Matthew Benson
40 Dutch Lane 480 Hi Tor Drive 398 Tara Drive 263 Lynn Drive
MITCHELL
Price
Michael Blasher Leonard and Melanie Spagnolo 112 Simmons Road Estate of John Lewis David and Linda Habib 214 Snowberry Circle Robert Young Rick Williamson 117 Bethany Drive Wadwell Group NVR Inc. Cortland Drive NVR Inc. Anthony and Judy Latorre 507 Cortland Drive Eddy Land Co. Richard and Joan Frank 712 Crosswinds Drive Conad Tselepis Marc and Deana Micucci 150 Druid Drive Donald Dukstein Mathew and Alicia Dickson 280 Maplewood Drive Linda Taylor Gary and Patricia Snacker 304 Merrifield Drive Donald Lawson III Stephen Kelley 417 Scott Lane Infinity Custom Homes L.P. Edward Hancock III and Sharlene Campano 412 Silver Crest Drive Mary Klaus Johanna Arredondo 212 Springdale Road David Pozas Mark and Yolanda Dooley 83 Alexander Drive Richard Pesce Larry Richard Galloway Jr. and Patricia Dichiera G101 Bridle Trail LSF9 Master Participation Trust Jason Eric Meute and Vernon Jay Trumpe 151 Carol Drive Louis Coppola Old Republic Diversified Services Inc. 106 Cornerstone Court Old Republic Diversified Services Inc. Paul and Mary Melissa Konggaard 106 Cornerstone Court Wadwell Group NVR Inc. Cortland Drive Eddy Land Co. Paul and Sandra Trozzo 708 Crosswinds Drive Joan Becker Shane and Ginger Hollander 710 E. McMurray Road Forrest Family Trust Arnold and Carol Dolgins 112 Highland Drive Peters Township Land Co. Patrick and Patricia Berkelbaugh McMurray Road Howard Hopkins Ryan Hopkins 143 Orchard Drive Mark Rogers Jaime McBride 108 Scenery Circle Tejas Gosai Kevin and Beth Ann Godin 104 Shadycrest Court Samantha Harvey Rachel Wolfe 244 Thompsonville Road
Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Inc.
Providing Excellent Service For More Than 50 Years.
Complete Bathroom Remodeling; Service and Repair; Sewer and Drain Cleaning; Furnace and A/C Installations
mitchellplumbing.com
OUR 24 HGENCY R EME RVICE SE PLEASANT HILLS BETHEL PARK
UPPER ST. CLAIR MCMURRAY
MON VALLEY
412-653-1855 724-941-7360 724-258-9411
8F F %FMJWFS 3FBEZ .JYFE $PODSFUF #VJMEFST 4VQQMJFT t 4BOE HSBWFM TUPOF t #MPDL UPPMT TFBMFST SFJOGPSDJOH QSPEVDUT t 1MVT NVDI NPSF XXX .PO3JWFS4VQQMZ DPN
-BOETDBQJOH 4VQQMJFT t .VMDI OBUVSBM EZFE
t -BOETDBQJOH TUPOF t 3FUBJOJOH XBMM CMPDL
7JTJUU 0VSS 0GÃ¥DF 'JSTU 4U #MEH 8FTU &MJ[BCFUI 1"
EXPIRES Expires09/30/2016 03-31-14
————————————————————————————————————————— 62 messengerpaper.com
HOME & GARDEN
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller
! " # $
Buyer
Address
Price
Andrew Parroccini Estate of Dolores Jasik Howley Donald Cook Federal National Mortgage Assn. Joan Brugh Carol Swartz
Charles Peterson and Brittany Zysk Jeffrey Schreiber Yadu and Kamala Bhandari Frank Emmerling Finance America Reverse LLC John Heberger and Brianna Eiter
201 National Drive 307 Arbor Lane 459 Arbor Lane 552 Hi Tor Drive 298 Hillock Lane 351 Temona Drive
ROSTRAVER Budget Inn Belle Vernon LLC David Jason Parquette Edward Nandor
Sri Ram LLC Julia Parquette Richard and Cathy Painter
843 Finley Road 516 Indian Hill Road 2122 Lake View Drive
Estate of Natalie Kostella Pamela Brightwell Florence Kott Bernice Asmonga Mark Bennett Alex Yawny Wayne Kubik Estate of Sharon Marckioni William Coughanour et al.
Joshua Rozik 453 Rehoboth Road Lisa Schwartz 122 Lee Drive David Lynn and Susan Binder 123 Moon Crest Circle Jason and Dawn Stancato 124 Naylor Drive Deanna Rydbom 112 Pleasant Valley Blvd. Bruce Berkoben/Kathleen Frances Hayes Berkoben 618 Sontino Drive Matthew Pato and Brianna Delmastro 517 Timms Lane Joel and Natalie Bodnar 516 Galileo Drive Lauren Caletri 413 Kennedy Ave.
-$94,500. $167,000. $200,000. $140,000. $92,500. $85,000. $25,000. $256,461. $82,000.
SOUTH PARK David Como James Price Southersby Development Corp. NVR Inc. John Ackermann Thomas Snyder Estate of James Brandau Christopher Panucci Robert Reno Southersby Development Corp. Michael Angelo Jr.
Angela Jackson Michael Potochny and Alyssa Buonagura NVR Inc. Owen and Natasha Gombami Gloria Szulkowski Family Trust Wayne and Susan Todd Beverly Eloshway Kevin Whetzel II Christopher and Daniele Panucci NVR Inc. Jonathan Andrews
$135,000. $193,000. $53,000. $272,705. $304,000. $180,000. $184,900. $106,000. $164,000. $53,000. $145,000.
3046 Amy Drive 1644 Main Blvd. Maris Way 3053 Ridge Road 1218 Snee Drive 2067 Southwell Drive 1825 Wallace Road 1880 Kirkby Drive 3354 Maple Drive Maris Way 5626 Pleasant St.
$112,500. $100,000. $153,000. $117,500. $2,407 by sheriff's deed. $311,000. $505,000. $130,000. $153,000.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
HOME & GARDEN
messengerpaper.com 63 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Recent Local Real Estate Transactions Seller
Buyer
John Montesano Jr. Southersby Development Corp. NVR Inc. Frontier Development Partn. LLC NVR Inc. Southersby Development Corp. Thomas Danielson James Dunlap Estate of Margaret McDonough Barbara Fleming Nancy Faul Southersby Development Corp. Southersby Development Corp. Donna Shaffer Grashoff Adrienne Mosi
Mark and Katie Van Dyke NVR Inc. Sam and Stephanie Astorino James Andrew Pierson Jeffery Vasalech and Jamie Aymar NVR Inc. Nicholas and Laureen Rudolph Sandra Carnaroli Nancy Faul MX3 Enterprises L.P. David and Jamie Lee Kwolek NVR Inc. NVR Inc. James and Matilda Kilbert Edward and Maryann Donnelly
UNION TOWNSHIP Thomas Pascoe Brandon Vrable Brian Muller Rose Belak Mildred Woofter
Federal National Mortgage Assn. Craig Hurst Jr. US Bank NA trustee Dawn Blashich Richard and Deborah Lawson
Address 1807 Renee Drive 3035 Ridge Road 3079 Ridge Road 4128 High St. 3119 Ridge Road 3135 Ridge Road 1057 Westchester Road 1037 Ajay Drive 350 Hidden Ridge Court 201 500 Hidden Ridge Court Unit 201 908 Holly Lynne Drive Marias Way Maris Way 1773 Patrick Place 1113-1115 Schang Road
Price $212,000. $45,000. $298,035. $300,000. $289,785. $98,000. $395,000. $175,000. $138,500. $140,000. $182,500. $53,000. $53,000. $68,000. $82,000.
6081 Brownsville Road Ext. $1,334 by sheriff's deed. 16 Cinque Terra Place $149,000. 4448 Finleyville Elrama Road $1,066 by sheriff's deed. 7 Holt Drive $119,100. 40 Ramage Road $1 (state deed transfe stamps indicate a value of $26,274). Maria Boshuk Dawn Karl 5025 Gary Ave. $144,900. John Hickey Fetchko Properties LLC 6055 Route 88 $50,000. Scott Richards et al. Marc and Karen Ternullo 6086 Route 88 $157,000. US Bank NA trustee David Booher 5148 Hazel St. $57,500. Estate of Mariann Dudash Ferbas Joshua and Erin Werner 18 Jefferson St. $161,000. Joseph Benedetti Richard and Debra Grove 101 Kennan St. $220,000. Bradley Blum Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co. 190 McChain Road $176,600. Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co. Rachel Redel 190 McChain Road $176,600. Quaker Engineering Co. Maronda Homes Inc. Viareggo Way $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate value of $4,712). Real Estate Transactions provided by <RealSTATs>. Contact <RealSTATs> at 412-381-3880 or visit www.RealSTATs.net.
This month’s RealSTATs transactions for the following communities can be found on our website: BALDWIN BOROUGH BALDWIN TOWNSHIP BETHEL PARK BENTLEYVILLE BRENTWOOD WHITEHALL
Visit our website
www.messengerpaper.com to view these transactions
of Pittsburgh
————————————————————————————————————————— 64 messengerpaper.com
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
messengerpaper.com 65 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Local Worship CHURCH News..CHURCH News..CHURCH News..CHURCH News..CHURCH News..
Community Cookout at St. David’s Episcopal Planned for September 11th
Nativity of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church Plans Ethinicfest at Chess Park
through the rough waters of adolescence. Tickets only $15 each. Check our website at www.chcumc.org for more information or call 412-751-0511.
For the fifth year, St. David’s Episcopal Church at 905 East McMurray Road in Venetia invites the community to attend an end-of-summer picnic. This year’s event is scheduled for Sunday, September 11 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Come to enjoy a summer meal of hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, salads, grilled vegetables, snacks and of course, desserts (gluten-free and vegetarian options will be provided). And there won’t be just the delicious foods – there will be bounce houses for the kids, as well as games for both kids and adults hosted by City of Play. Join your neighbors for a final summer party in front of St. David’s. Sunday worship is at 10 a.m. and Bishop McConnell will be visiting and preaching.
The Nativity of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church's 18th annual Ethinicfest is to be held Saturday and Sunday, September 9 and 10, 2016 at Chess Park, Monongahela, PA. Hours: Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Ethnic and American food booths, flea market, bake sale and live entertainment. The Nutones Polka Band will perform Saturday and Sunday, 3-5 p.m. Great food and fun for ALL. Come and join us for fellowship and have some fun!
Greenock U.M. Church's Apple Fest Features BBQ & Dumplings
Nativity Church Plans 2017 Lottery Calendar Fundraiser The Nativity Church 2017 lottery calendars will be on sale beginning October 15, 2016 at $30 each. The calendars are professionally printed featuring the yearat-a-glance, with each one having a 3digit number assigned to it that is good for the entire year. If your calendar number matches the Pick 3 number drawn by the PA Lottery Commission (7 p.m. drawing, first draw, straight hit only), you win the amount of money listed on the calendar for that day. There is no limit to how many times you can win per year.We keep the records and automatically send you a check for the winnings. The prize money breaks down as follows: • 354 days @ $50/day • 9 holidays @ $100/day • Christmas Day & New Year’s Day @ $150/day Christmas is right around the corner and lottery calendars make great gifts. Please keep us in mind when you’re making your holiday gift list. Call 412-6553000 for additional information.
'Understanding Your Teenager' Seminar Planned at Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church Jim Burns, internationally-known speaker and author on youth and family, is coming to Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church, 100 Jim Burns Timothy Drive, Elizabeth. He will present the seminar: “Understanding Your Teenager, A Seminar for Parents of Teens and Pre-Teens” on Saturday, September 24 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Teenagers are growing up in a very different world than even the previous generation. They are in transition between childhood and adulthood. We will look at the issues of: sexuality, ending the homework hassle, peer pressure, rules and boundaries, bringing out the best in our teens, choosing which battles to fight, raising teens to be responsible adults, and much more. This seminar won’t give you all the answers, but will be a wonderful road map to help successfully guide your kids
Greenock U.M. Church’s Apple Fest will feature barbecued chicken and pork plus their traditional apple dumplings and other apple treats from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, at 1213 Greenock Buena Vista Road in Elizabeth Township. Haluski, slaw, baked beans, pasta salad, kielbasi and hot dogs will be served to eat there or take out. Folk singer and guitarist Rubbie Greenewald will perform while Jim Fawcett will offer lessons on the Appalachian dulcimer, a stringed instrument. Children’s attractions will be games, bouncy house, face painting and story time. Ambling Apple will join Lulu the clown. Greenock U.M. Church preProceeds from the Apple Fest will benefit the Greenock U.M. Church. The pastor is Ed Pope. For details, call 412-751-7726.
First Presbyterian Church Upcoming Events First Presbyterian Church, 609 Chess Street, Monongahela, has scheduled the following events: 'Praise on the Mon' – September 11 - Live music, coffee, and refreshments starting at 4:45 p.m., and then stay for dinner. We are a new outreach, gathering in Jesus' name - open and welcoming to everyone, creating real community, and a place to ask questions and grow in faith together. 'Praise on the Mon' is held the second Sunday of each month. “Come Share The Joy” - A late afternoon of musical variety. The program will be presented on Saturday, October 1, 2016 from 4 – 6 p.m. Many local groups and individuals will be included this year. Questions? Please call 724-258-8300.
Peters Creek Evangelical Presbyterian Church Announces Fall Worship Schedule Peters Creek Evangelical Presbyterian Church invites the community to join us as we begin our fall worship schedule on September 11 with worship at 11 a.m. Sunday school classes will begin on September 25 at 9:45 a.m. with a Rally Day celebration, including a picnic at Peterswood Park following worship. PCEPC meets in the Parish Hall of St. David's Episcopal Church, 905 East McMurray Road in Venetia. Please visit www.peterscreekchurch.org for more details.
Sandra Micelotti to Speak at Monongahela Mary & Martha Joy Fellowship The Monongahela chapter of The Mary and Martha Joy Fellowship of Come Together in Jesus' Name will hold its monthly meeting of praise and worship in the parlor of The First Presbyterian Church of Monongahela, at the corner of Sixth, Main and Chess Streets on Thursday evening, September 1 with Sandra Micelotti ministering. There will be refreshments and fellowship at 6:30 p.m. with the meeting starting at 7 p.m. There is no charge; a freewill offering will be taken. Please enter the church from the Chess St. side. Sandra brings sound biblical teaching, prophetic ministry and church revival with faith that works through love. God’s anointing and outpouring is powerfully present at each meeting to administer salvation, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and healings. In 2002 she was ordained as a Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. All are welcome to attend. For further information please call one of the following: Virgie Vidil at 412-384-4882, Barbara Simpson at 724-258-4293, or Charlene Pezzoni at 724-258-4516.
————————————————————————————————————————— 66 messengerpaper.com
WORSHIP
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
CHURCH News..CHURCH News..CHURCH News..CHURCH News..CHURCH News..
'Clubhouse Kids' Meets at Crossroads Ministries Are you looking for what could be the best hour of your child’s week? Then you just might have to check out Clubhouse Kids, which meets at Crossroads Ministries, 81 Walter Long Rd. in Finleyville, on Wednesday evenings starting September 7, 2016 and will run weekly from 6:30 -7:45 p.m. Clubhouse Kids is designed with a strategy to shape the character and faith of children ages 3 years old through 5th grade. We believe that sharing the Bible should be fun and interactive and reinforced in a relevant way that children can understand and apply to their lives. The evening includes high-energy worship, interactive games and crafts. Clubhouse Kids is free and open to all to attend! For more information, please contact our Children's Ministry Director, Cortney Hodgson, at 724-3481620 or visit www.crsmin.com.
The Holidays to Appear at Saint Sebastian Octoberfest Dinner Dance Pittsburgh’s ultimate show and dance band, The Holidays, will bring the sounds of the '50s, '60s and '70s to Belle Vernon for a performance at the St. Sebastian Octoberfest dinner dance. The group will perform Saturday, October 1, 2016, in the parish social hall. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. The Holidays will perform at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person and are on sale until September 23, 2016. Table reservations are on a first come, first served basis and can only be made with the purchase of eight tickets. Tickets can be purchased at the Saint Sebastian Parish Center, 801 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon. For more information, call 724929-9300. On Sunday, October 2, 2016, Octoberfest continues on the parish grounds with a variety of homemade eth-
nic foods, baked goods, candy apples and brittle and so much more. There will be live entertainment all day, Bingo, the parish raffle and basket raffle. The public is invited from noon until 7 p.m. For details, call 724-929-9300.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Upcoming Events Prince of Peace Lutheran Church is located at 400 Old Clairton Road in Pleasant Hills, PA and can be reached at 412-655-2168. For more information please visit www.poplutheranph.com. Upcoming events include: Rally Day- September 11; the 15th anniversary of that tragic day in our history. Our worship service will be a service of remembrance and we invite local first responder departments to join us. There will be a “Blessing of the Hands” during worship and after we will share a fellowship luncheon. Chili Cookoff - October 1 from 2 until 7 p.m. There will also be entertainment and it promises to be fun for the whole family! For more information, please contact the church office at 412655-2168.
Connect Students Plans Free Relaunch Event for September 14th On Wednesday, September 14, Connect Students will be holding their annual free relaunch event. Every 6th – 12th grade student in the community is welcome to come (no matter what school district you attend) and enjoy an incredible night featuring music, food, games, prizes, blow-ups and more. Event times: 6-8 p.m. at Connect Youth Center, 3801 Brownsville Rd., South Park. For more information, call Caleb York at 724-348-1620 or visit www.CRSMIN.com.
News from Windover Hills United Methodist Windover Hills United Methodist Church, 6751 Ridge Road, South Park, PA can be reached at412-653-6899. For more information, visit www.windoverhills.com.
Our fall Sunday school program starts on Sunday, September 11 at 10 a.m. We have Sunday school for ages 3 and up. There are four adult classes being offered this fall: "Road to Revelation,” "Seeing Gray in a world that is Black and White,” a Basics of Christianity class, and a women's devotional class called “Upper Room.” Please call the church office at 412-653-6899 for more information. Our Women's Ministry small group and our Men's Ministry small group meet on Monday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Childcare is provided during this time for all children who's parent is attending one of the groups.
Come Together in Jesus’ Name Fall Retreat Planned The Come Together in Jesus’ Name retreat at Camp Sonrise Mountain in Markleysburg, PA is set for September 23, 24, and 25, 2016. Rev. Dr. F. Diane Hobson, pastor at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in Charleroi, PA, will be ministering. The retreat can be attended for the weekend at a cost of $112 or Saturday only for $40. There will be 3 meals on Saturday and 2 meals on Sunday. The first of five services begins Friday evening at 7 p.m. Dr. Hobson is the program director of Youth Enrichment Strategies, an afterschool program that is geared toward intervention with at-risk youths and their families. She is a crisis intervention specialist who focuses on in-family preservation and reunification. For further information, call Virgie Vidil at 412-3844882. Reservations are necessary and must be paid in full and received by September 19, 2016. Information required for registration includes your name, address, phone number, friends you wish to bunk with, and whether you’re staying for the weekend or Saturday only. Make check payable to “Come Together in Jesus’ Name” in the amount of $112 for the weekend or $40 for Saturday only. Mail check to Virgie Vidil, 9911 Walker Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037.
Upcoming Events at Gospel Alliance Church Gospel Alliance Church, 1011 Fells Church Road Belle Vernon, has the following events planned. For more information, check us out on Facebook – Gospel Alliance Church. All Wednesday Evening Activities Resume September 7. Please check times below: AWANA 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Children ages 3 through 6th grade are invited to come register. Look for notification of registering online this year. Youth Group Middle School, 6:30 p.m. to 8:20 p.m. (grades 6, 7, & 8) High School, 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. (grades 9, 10, 11 & 12) Adult Growth Groups 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Growth Group and Prayer What We Believe: A Study of Doctrine Women’s Growth Group What is GriefShare? GriefShare is a group of friendly, caring people who have lost someone to death. GriefShare begins Sunday, September 11, 2016 from 6 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. and will run for 13 sessions until Sunday, December 11. (excluding Sunday, November 27 for Thanksgiving break). You are welcome to join at any time during this cycle! For questions or to register, please call Crystal Buchmann at 207-615-2030 or email her at cj765@cairn.edu. You can also visit GriefShare’s website at: www.griefshare.org.
St. Nicholas Orthodox Church Releases Fall Schedule St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, 6th Street , Monongahela, has scheduled the following: Fall Activities Sunday school classes for children ages kindergarten through high school will begin on Sunday, September 11. Students will be dismissed from the Divine Liturgy following Holy Communion and will report to classes.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
WORSHIP
CHURCH News..CHURCH News.. An adult Bible study will begin on Friday, September 16 at 7 p.m. The group will study the Epistles of St. John with an emphasis on applying the words to contemporary life. The Great Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos will be celebrated with Great Vespers on Tuesday September 20 at 7 p.m. and the Divine Liturgy on Wednesday, September 21 at 8:30 a.m. The Great Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross will be celebrated with Great Vespers on Monday, September 26 at 7:00 p.m. and the Divine Liturgy on Tuesday, September 27 at 8:30 a.m.
Upcoming Events from First United Methodist Church of Monongahela The First United Methodist Church of Monongahela, 430 West Main Street, Monongahela, has a full schedule in the month of September. The family movie night featuring “Woodlawn” is at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 9. “A gifted high school football player must learn to embrace his talent and his faith as he battles racial tensions on and off the field.” The Spaghetti & Meatballs Dinner with bread, salad bar, dessert, and beverage is from 3-6:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 17. The church picnic will be held on Sunday, September 11 at Jumonville beginning at 1 p.m. Small groups continue to meet on Sunday evenings at 6 p.m. The Youth Fellowship will meet weekly beginning Sunday, September 18 from 6:30-8 p.m. The United Methodist Women meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 8 with a Mission Project night at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27. A sewing class meets at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 24. The fall pastor’s study will be at 78:30 p.m. on Wednesdays beginning on September 14. The fall study will be led by Pastor Alan based on two books: “Leading Beyond the Walls” and “Walking with Nehemiah.” For more information, contact the church office at 724-258-7054.
South Hills Assembly Upcoming Events South Hills Assembly of God Church, 2725 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park, PA can be reached at 412-835-8900. For more information, visit www.southhillsassembly.org. International School of Ministry classes begin 1-4 p.m. on Saturday, September 3. Enjoy great teaching from internationally known preachers and Bible teachers. Earn a degree ($65/trimester) or audit any class for free. Wings of Eagles Motorcycle Ministry will meet and depart from the church at 9:30 a.m. on September 5 for a breakfast run. For more information call Tom at 412-716-6510. A new 10 week session of Grief Share, led by Pastor Pat Sutton, meets Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon OR 6:30-8:30 p.m. beginning September 8. Grief Share is a safe, caring place to come and share your loss with people who understand and want to offer comfort and encouragement during a very difficult time in your life. Registration is $15. HonorBound Men's Ministry will hold a free men's fellowship breakfast 911 a.m. Saturday, September 10. Enjoy breakfast, testimonies and fellowship. Wings of Eagles Motorcycle Ministry will meet and depart from the church at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 10 and ride to the 911 Memorial in Shanksville, PA. For more information call Tom at 412-716-6510. Women of Excellence, led by Pastor Sue Willis and Dedi Kramer, returns at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 13 in the multi-purpose room. Fellowship, worship, the Word, and group discussion. Must pre-register for childcare. Lunch Bunch Bible study and luncheon for adults meets from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 15. Cost is $6 and includes lunch. RSVP by September 13. Gospel Women Prayer Group, a prayer and fellowship group led by Marge Kubany, meets at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 29. Life Recovery, confidential Christian recovery group for any addiction, open meeting, 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Family Rescue, support and healing for family members and loved ones, also meets at 7 p.m.
messengerpaper.com 67 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Monessen’s Epiphany of our Lord Festival Celebrates Togetherness By Jill Brown The Epiphany of our Lord Catholic Parish in Monessen held its annual two-day summer festival on August 6-7, 2016 at 44 Pennsylvania Blvd. The hours on Saturday were 5-10 p.m. and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. The event could definitely be described as one of food, fun, and fellowship. The festival featured ethnic foods, games for kids of all ages, and a Michael Crookston at the comchance to reconnect with old friends as well as Rev. munity loom indoors. He demonmake new ones. strated how the project worked. Epiphany of our Lord Reverend Michael Crookston said, “There was a nice crowd last night (Saturday).The festival is a nice opportunity for the people to come together. It’s been beautiful weather so far… a lot of good food.” As part of the celebration, Epiphany's theme for the event was 'Weaving Together a Community' and Rev. Crookston continued, “We are weaving a community loom. Everyone here is going to pass a shuttle through the Pictured areTara Manderino and loom. This is a community project. When it is Robert Sassak. Tara helped out at done, we will find someplace to hang it where festival and coordinated the diaper everyone can see it.” derby. Robert was chairman Bands were great entertainment with “Street of the Epiphany Festival. Level” performing rock/funk music to get the crowd moving on Saturday. “The Perfect Threat” played classic rock music from the '60s, '70s, and '80s, on Sunday. “Ray Jay and The Carousels” concluded the festival with foot-stomping polka music on Sunday evening. The church went all out this year with great food and games. Some of the indoor menu included: halupkis, pierogis, haluskis, kielbasas, and sausage sandwiches. There were games such as a Chinese auction, try your luck at chuck-a-luck, and various children’s and adult games. Epiphany of our Lord Catholic Church has wonderful church members, such as Robert Sassak, Chairman of this festival and Tara Manderino, who also helped out. Masses are held at the main church on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. For further information, visit www.eolparish.weebly.com.
'Weaving Together a Community' is Theme of Epiphany of Our Lord's 25-Year Celebration Epiphany of Our Lord Parish celebrated 25 years as a parish in August and is “Weaving Together a Community.” A weaver set up a loom inside of the Chapel Hall and demonstrated the art of weaving, and community members and festival attendees were invited to throw the shuttle and be a part of the weaving process. The completed small tapestry will be on display for the remainder of the year’s celKathy Manderino, PA Secretary of Labor & ebratory events. Industry, takes a turn at the loom.
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
————————————————————————————————————————— 68 messengerpaper.com
Entertainment McKeesport Celebrates Its 57th Annual International Festival By Michelle Taylor The 57th annual International Festival kicked off on Monday, August 15 with the Village for Kids Festival. This junior festival has everything you could possibly want. With typical activities like fingerprinting, games, music and inflatable rides, there were also arts and crafts and contests. In addition to those activities, there was a smokehouse simulator where kids and adults entered a small enclosure filled with smoke and had to crawl out of the enclosure to see what it would be like if in a burning building. There was a meet-and-greet with Doc McStuffins and Marshall from Paw Patrol. Lastly, the village prince and princess were crowned and awarded a 20 -inch bike, courtesy of the McKeesport Kiwanis Club, with helmets donated by the McKeesport Police Department. These activities were free of charge and took place at the Lions Bandshell. Then on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, the annual festivities took place. With admission at only $2 per person each night, there were activities and events for all ages to enjoy. On Tuesday, the ethnic dance party theme was Kolo night. There were folk dancers and Lebanese belly dancers, and the evening finished off with fireworks, weather permitting. Wednesday came with Bulgarian dancers and the ethnic marketplace and the ethnic dance party theme was a variety show. Thursday wrapped the festival up with a polka theme for the ethnic dance party and Filipino and Polish dancers. All three nights also brought craft booths, an eye glasses donation box for the needy, and an Olde World Carousel in which Miss Molly was the star attraction. The festival also hosted a photo contest; anyone could participate and submit their photo. Winners received $100 for first place, $50 for second place, and $25 for third place and all winners will have their photos used to promote the 2017 festival through the Lions Club website. The main attraction of the festival of course are the food booths. The food booths this year included, Austrian, Serbian, Slovak, Chinese, Usa/Hawaiian, Croatian, Lebanese, Ghanan, Polish, Vietnamese, Mexican, Greek, Irish, French, Egyptian, Swedish, Hungarian, Italian, Filipino, Kenyan, and Turkish. Wow, what a spread!
E-mail your Entertainment News to: news@messengerpaper.com
Dinner and Improv Show Planned for October 2nd A dinner and improv show will take place on Sunday, October 2 at 2 p.m. at SPHS Riverside Place Senior Center, 303 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi. The Charleroi Area Historical Society and Friends Of The Coyle present the Amish Monkeys Improv Invasion. Pittsburgh's longest-running improvisation troupe uses audience suggestions as a springboard to offer a wide variety of short-form improve scenes, which includes Songs, TV parodies and original games. PG-13. Ages 11 & up. Tickets are available by calling the Charleroi Area Historical Society at 724-483-4961 for information and locations of tickets in the Mon Valley area. To order online go to www.geyerpac.com or 724-887-0887. Tickets are $25.
Harmony Singers Launch 50th Season The Harmony Singers of Pittsburgh, a South Hills choral group, will launch its 20162017 season on Tuesday, September 6, at 7 p.m. with an open house and ice cream social for returning and prospective members. The event will take (PHOTO CREDIT: JON BATCHELOR) place at the Brightwood Christian Church Social Hall, 5044 West Library Road, Bethel Park. Weekly rehearsals are held at the church during the concert year. The Harmony Singers are celebrating their 50th year entertaining people in the South Hills. The Harmony Singers perform a wide variety of music--Broadway, rock ‘n’ roll, patriotic and pop tunes. The group is available to perform for civic, social, church, or business organizations. New members are welcome to join the Harmony Singers. All voices are needed. Performance experience and the ability to read music are preferred but not required. For information about the group or to reserve them for an event, call 412-952-5602 or visit www.harmonysingers.org.
ELIZABETH FORWARD AREA COMMUNITY CHORUS SEEKS NEW SINGERS FOR CHRISTMAS CONCERT The Elizabeth Forward Area Community Chorus is looking for interested adult singers for our Christmas concert. Practices are Sunday evenings from 6 - 8:30 p.m. at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth starting September 4, 2016. Cut-off to sing this concert is September 18. The Junior Chorus is looking for 3rd, 4th and 5th graders who are interested in singing the Christmas concert. The first rehearsal for Junior Chorus is on September 18 at 4:45 p.m. at Bethesda Church in Elizabeth. There will be information for parents and a rehearsal for the children. Concert dates are December 2, 3, and 4. Call 412-751-0526 or go to www.efacc.org for more information.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
ENTERTAINMENT
messengerpaper.com 69 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Live Music & Entertainment at Your Neighborhood Hot Spot!
PUMP the P U VOLU
SEPTEMBER ALLENPORT MARINA
ELRAMA TAVERN
724-326-4222 1933 Main St., Allenport 4 – Wisdom
412-384-3630 1520 Rt. 837, Elrama 2 – International Bacon Day 3 – Trinity Wiseman 8 p.m. 8 – Kickball 7 p.m. 10 – Mark Cyler Duo 8 p.m. Elrama Fall Festival, Sam Adams Contest Stein Hosting 8-10 p.m. 12 – Paint. Laugh. Party. 6:30 p.m. 17 – National Apple Dumpling Day 18 – Kickball Tournament, National Cheeseburger Day 19 – Talk Like a Pirate Day 24 – John Muenzer 8 p.m. 28 – Tony Janflone Jr. 7 p.m.
BALTIMORE HOUSE
412-653-9332 176 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills Wednesdays – Live Acoustic Thursdays – Karaoke w/ John Sarkis DENNY’S ROADHOUSE
724-258-6232 3431 Rt. 136, Finleyville (Corner of Ginger Hill Rd. & Rt. 136) Mondays – Saturdays Exotic/Lingerie Barmaids 6 p.m. - 2 a.m. E&E CLUB
412-835-9935 6495 2nd Ave., South Park Wednesdays – Pool League Sundays – Free Pool
THE HUNTING LODGE
724-348-7984 3529 Washington Ave., Finleyville Fridays – Free Juke Box 8 p.m. - close Saturdays – Free Juke Box 8 p.m. - close
by Mandy Withers-Kozlowski
ME!
OLD TRAILS
ROY’S BY THE TRACKS (continued)
724-225-0484 669 National Pike East, Washington 30 – Shannon and the Merger
16 – Fynal Tyme II 23 – Tom Bielek and the Sharks 24 – End of Summer outdoor party w/ Sea of Heads 5-9 p.m.
R BAR
412-942-0882 2883 W. Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh 10 – Blue Bombers 24 – Jimmy Adler Band Wednesdays – Open Stage w/ Craig King Fridays – Karaoke ROY’S BY THE TRACKS
724-348-7118 3710 Rt. 88, Finleyville 2 – TBA 9 – Rock-it Band
30 – Catchin’ Grooves Sundays – Karaoke Wednesdays – Karaoke w/ Brett Thursdays – Game Night Saturdays – Karaoke VALLEY HOTEL
412-233-9800 1004 New England Hollow Rd., Jefferson Boro (Intersection of 837/Coal Valley Rd.) 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@messengerpaper.com
'Concert for the Coyle' Planned for September 17th On Saturday, September 17 at 5 p.m., the Friends of the Coyle Project will hold a benefit show to save the Coyle Theater in Charleroi, Washington County. The event will take place at the Geyer Performing Arts Center, located at 111 Pittsburgh Street, Scottdale, PA 15683. Local artists are generously donating their time and talent to help save this federal- and state- recognized historical building. Artists are: Linda King (Christian), Sandy Lusco Huffman, (Christian, Country/Bluegrass), Jeff Marton, (Christian), Jamie Harris (Mr. Elvis Presley), Dave Gasbarra & The Gas Band (singer/songwriter), Senful da Iceman (Hip Hop), Terry's Union (Accoustic Trio), Randy Taylor (MC), and C-Note Carlton, singer/songwriter/producer. Tickets are available by calling the Charleroi Area Historical Society at 724483-4961. To order online, go to http://www.geyerpac.com. Tickets are $15. Please come out and support the Coyle Project! For more information on how you can help or to learn more about the theatre, either call the Charleroi Area Historical Society at 724- 483-4961 or contribute to gofundme/coyle.
‘Gospel Fall Music Festival’ Planned for Weekend of September 16th in Brownsville The Gospel Fall Musical Festival, presented by Benner Ministries at Blainesburg Bible Church, will take place on Friday, September 16, 5 p.m. and again on Saturday, September 17, 2 p.m. Featuring: • Three Bridges – Friday at 8 p.m. • The Anchormen – Saturday at 7:30 p.m. • Tommy Barlow • Royal Blood Band • Crimson Stream • Dominion Boys and Maddie The event is held outdoors under the pavilion, so bring a chair! Food available, free concert- offering will be taken. GPS Directions: 104 Fourth Blvd. Ext., W. Brownsville, PA 15417. For more information, call 724-493-2715.
————————————————————————————————————————— 70 messengerpaper.com
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Local People News Happy 14th Birthday, Lindsey Taylor, of Buena Vista, Elizabeth Township Lindsey will be turning 14 on September 18. She will be attending 8th grade this year at Elizabeth Forward Middle School. She plays violin, loves pink and many genres of music. She has been an honor roll student consistently for 2 years and is active in many scholastic clubs. She is highly interested in beauty and loves to do her nails and hair. Her family hopes all her wishes come true for her birthday and she gets everything she wishes for. Happy Birthday, Lindsey! Love, Mommy, Daddy, and Natalie
Civil Air Patrol Member Achieves Grover C. Loening Award Civil Air Patrol’s Pennsylvania Wing Group One awarded the Grover C. Loening Achievement Award to Capt. Cynthia Gironda. The award, presented by Wing Commander Col. Gary Fleming, recognizes those members who have committed themselves to leadership and personal development within the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) program. Gironda is a member of Allegheny Composite Squadron 602, located in West Mifflin, PA and has successfully completed Level III of the Civil Air Patrol Pennsylvania Wing Commander Col. Gary Fleming presenting the Grover C. Loening Senior Member Professional Development Program. She has Award to Capt. Cynthia Gironda during a Group One Staff meeting in Butler, PA. steadily worked her way through the first three of five levels by training consistently and serving in numerous staff positions at both the squadron and group levels. Capt. Cynthia Gironda has set a commendable example for other senior members who have dedicated themselves to CAP and its many missions. Group One, commanded by Major Ed Silassy of Canonsburg, encompasses six area squadrons located in Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Washington, and Somerset Counties. For information regarding any of these squadrons, please email group1pao@gmail.com.
Keynotes of South Hills Annual Music Competition Awards Cash Awards to Three Music Majors Keynotes of South Hills held their annual music competition at the fine arts theater of Mt. Lebanon. Cash awards totaling $8,000 were awarded to three music majors. The first place winner and recipient of $5,000 was Joseph Beaver, who played the trumpet. The second place winner of $2,000 was soprano Alexandre Aks, and third place winner of $1,000 went to Zoe Sorrell, who played the flute. Judges this year for the competition were Dr. Robert Cameron from Duquesne University and Roger Tabler from the Pittsburgh Pops Orchestra. Keynotes was started in 1970 and as of today, has awarded over $362,000 in music scholarships to young instrumentalists and vocalists who are full-time music majors enrolled in a college, university or music school. Instrumentalists must be under 26 years of age and vocalists under 30 years of age. This competition is open to all music majors in Allegheny, Washington and Westmoreland Counties who maintain legal residences in these counties Next year’s competition will be on May 20, 2017. Applications will be sent out in January of 2017. A website will be set up or you can contact Toni Kvederis, Chairman of the Scholarship Fund, for an application at 412-220-3080.
Michael Demboski Engaged to Elizabeth Fries Michael Evan Demboski, son of Conrad Demboski Jr. and Christine Straubinger, proposed marriage to Leanne Elizabeth Fries, daughter of Michael and Cristina Fries, on July 30, 2016. Michael and Leanne will be starting their final year of college at Lock Haven University in August and will be graduating in May 2017. Michael is seeking a degree in disability and community services, and Leanne is seeking her degree in social work. Upon their graduation from Lock Haven, they will both commission as Second Lieutenants in the United States Army Reserves. They are planning their wedding for September 2017.
•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Visit us online at www.messengerpaper.com
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
PEOPLE
Catrina Angeline Receives 'Heart of Hospice' Award Catrina Angeline was honored on August 12 with the Heart of Hospice Award 2016 by Amedisys Hospice. Catrina was honored for her dedication to improving end of life care for all residents of Country Care Manor in Fayette City. She was presented with a certificate and cake in her honor at Country Care Manor, where she is employed as the Director of Operations. Presenting the Vickie Carolla, Director of Operations Amedisys award were Vickie Carolla Hospice, Catrina Angeline, and Judy Franko, Care Team Transition Coordinator, Amedisys Hospice. and Judy Franko of Amedisys Hospice. Cierra Mack and Pamela Ridge, Amedisys employees, and Karen Durso and Kelly Hoover, owners of Country Care Manor also attended the presentation.
messengerer.com 71 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Automotive
‘Take My Hand’ Founder Maureen Lusk Honored Maureen Lusk was recently recognized for 25 years of volunteer service by Amedisys Hospice of PA. During her 25 years with Amedisys (formerly Albert Gallatin) Hospice, Maureen provided caring services to the terminally ill patients and their families and caregivers in the Mon Valley. Maureen would provide respite for caregivers to be able to go to the store or take care of their own medical needs. In addition, patients benefited from companionship and end-of-life emotional support. Maureen is one of the founders of the “Take My Hand” Bereavement Support Group sponsored by Marueen Lusk Amedisys. Maureen currently participates in the memorial service and is one of the facilitators of the three support groups that meet monthly. She has volunteered countless hours comforting bereaved families. It takes a special person to volunteer for hospice and do it consistently for 25 years. Thank you, Maureen!
Youghiogheny Country Club Names Women's Nine Hole League Champion Youghiogheny Country Club Women’s Nine Hole League champion is announced as Judi Murray, winning the 2-day championship. Runnerup is Patty Decima, and Ginger Spang came in third.
Complete Automotive Service State Inspection & Emissions Station Used Parts / Towing & Roadside Assistance
Tap into the power of the Messenger. Call today to learn more. 412.249.8177
————————————————————————————————————————— 72 messengerpaper.com
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
School News...School News Clairton Honeybears Get Ready to Perform!
“My Work Initiative” Program Deemed to be Successful This summer, the City of Clairton partnered with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and Clairton High School's transition coordinator to participate in a program called "My Work Initiative." Students were given the opportunity to receive on-the-job training and earn a steady wage by working in the community. Howard Bednar, the city manager/finance director, who oversaw the project, said, "Overall, this has been the best summer crew that we've ever had." Dallas Nelson also helped to oversee the student workers and was a large part of the program's success. All parties involved feel that this program was a huge success. We look forward to finding ways to continue a positive partnership and build relationships that allow students to learn vocational skills and also take pride in their community.
The Clairton Middle/High School Honeybears got ready for the 2016-2017 season with the Fall Fantasy kickoff at Kennywood Park on August 6. Under the direction of Ms. Medina Menozzi, the Honeybears will perform during halftime shows, in parades, and at other special events. They are a staple in the Clairton community!
Say Hello to the Class of 2029!
Frederick and Kortez Brown from Mrs. Mignogna's kindergarten room get ready for the 2016-2017 school year.
Save the Date! Clairton City School District's Open House: Grades 6-12: Wednesday September 7th, 2016 Grades K-5: Thursday, September 8th, 2016
Clairton Students Attend Summer Interactive Camp In a collaboration with the Heinz Foundation and Dr. Darryl Baynes, Clairton City School District provided a Summer Interactive Camp. The camp was for grades 3-9 and ran for one week; it focused on strengthening science concepts and skills through hands-on experiments and activities. Each day had a theme. The Heinz Endowments supports efforts to make southwestern Pennsylvania a premier place to live and work, a center for learning and educational excellence, and a region that embraces diversity and inclusion. Pictured is high school teacher Mr. Hritz leading a team of girls putting the organs in a human model on "Biology Day."
E-mail your School News to: news@messengerpaper.com
September 2016 â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;
SCHOOL NEWS
Finleyville Community Center
messengerpaper.com 73 â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;
Is your child struggling with...
ADHD, Autism, Behavior Problems, Trouble Learning? Call
Social Events and Banquet Hall (Seating for up to 120!) For hall rental information, call 724-348-6567
0DULRQ $YH Â&#x2021; )LQOH\YLOOH 3$
724-850-7200
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
————————————————————————————————————————— 74 messengerpaper.com
ASK the
EXPERTS FURNITURE & BEDDING
THESE AREA SERVICE PROVIDERS ARE HERE TO ANSWER ALL YOUR QUESTIONS... If you have questions for our expert, e-mail your questions to news@messengerpaper.com
ORTHOPAEDICS
Q: Can you please explain how iComfort Sleep Systems by Serta is any different than a standard memory foam mattress
A: Today, many people prefer a memory foam mattress for its
Q: What is an Orthopaedic Surgeon? "Pothole" Highway Appliances
pressure-relieving comfort, ability to conform and adapt to each person's body, and outstanding motion isolation. Even so, traditional memory foam technology hasn't changed much since it was invented more than 40 years ago. While it can provide great comfort to many, others find that memory foam mattresses can sleep too hot, sink in too deeply or make it hard to adjust sleep positions in the night. Isn't it about time that someone reinvented memory foam? Introducing the new iComfort Sleep System by Serta, featuring our Cool Action™ Gel Memory Foam - the world’s first memory foam infused with the support and cooling touch of Serta’s MicroSupport™ gel. This revolutionary new memory foam is designed to deliver superior pressure relief and more targeted support while sleeping cooler than ordinary memory foam. Plus, it is antimicrobial and dust mite resistant to help protect your mattress from potential allergens.
COOL ACTION™ GEL MEMORY FOAM What makes iComfort technology better than ordinary memory foam? Serta’s Cool Action Gel Memory Foam is designed to feel like traditional memory foam...only better! What makes our Cool Action material different is the MicroSupport gel, which is infused into premium memory foam to create an extremely comfortable, more supportive and cooler sleep surface. The iComfort® Sleep System offers a variety of options so you can find the level of comfort and support that is perfect for you. Choose from four different models with distinct feels ranging from cushion firm to luxuriously plush. Visit Highway Appliances today and let us show you the how the iComfort Sleep System by Serta can improve your sleeping experience. 2214 Rt. 88, Dunlevy(Exit 40 off Interstate 70, and just minutes off Rt. 43) 724-326-5616 www.highwayappliance.com
A: An Orthopaedic Surgeon is a physician that diagnoses and treats a variety of musculoskeletal ailments. This includes disorders of the bone, cartilage, tendons, muscles, nerves and joints. We are able to take care of these both medically and/or surgically.
Q: What are some of the most common problems seen by an orthopaedist?
A: Arthritis of the knees, hips, and shoulders. Sports
Vince Ripepi, DO Orthopedic Surgeon
injuries, such as meniscus (cartilage) and ligament tears. Rotator cuff tears and carpal tunnel syndrom.
Q: What are some new developments in orthopaedics? A: All of the joint replacements we have now last longer and many can be done through less invasive techniques. We have injections that can possibly rebuild worn-out joint surfaces. We can perform carpal tunnel releases through tiny incisions, and we can fix rotator cuffs with poke hole incisions. Advanced Surgical Hospital 100 Trich Drive, Suite 1, Washington, PA 15301 724-884-0710
S U R G I C E N T E R
Advanced Orthopaedics Office 1200 McKean Avenue, Suite 106, Charleroi, PA 15022 724-489-0120
To be featured in our Ask the Experts column, call 412-249-8177
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
messengerpaper.com 75 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Classifieds
arty P e at Priv Ads
E FRE
SERVICES • EMPLOYMENT • AUTOMOTIVE • MERCHANDISE • PRIVATE PARTY ADS FREE • ANNOUNCEMENTS • REAL ESTATE & RENTALS
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING THAT WORKS! Reach over 60,000 local readers To submit a FREE private party classified ad, write down your ad on paper, or an index card, and mail to: The Messenger, P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243 We also will accept your FREE private party classified ads via e-mail at: classifieds@messengerpaper.com
REAL ESTATE, RENTALS, HELP WANTED, AND A L L OTHER BUSINESS AD RATES – $8.00 (minimum) for up to 15 words, plus .35 cents for each additional word. Bold Type - .25 cents per word. Box - $1.50 * NOTICE: FREE private party classified ads are not accepted over the phone. Voice-mail messages for FREE classified ads will not be accepted, and messages are not able to be returned. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
--------- ADOPTION ---------A CHILDLESS LOVING COUPLE SEEKS TO ADOPT. Will be hands-on parents. Financial security. Expenses PAID. Todd & Sharon. ToddAndSharonAdopt@hotmail.com 1-844-377-4077 (FL____________________________________________ Bar# 0150789)
--------- ATTORNEY ---------FRANK MAGONE, ESQUIRE, Wills ... Estates ... Family Law • Serving the Mon Valley. Call: 724-258-2095 • frank@FrankMagoneLaw.com
CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! All Makes/Models 2000-2016! Any Condition. Running or Not. Top $$$ Paid! Free Towing! We're Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888-985-1806 ____________________________________________
-------------- BUSINESS TO BUSINESS -----------REACH 30,000 POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS IN THE SOUTH HILLS AND MON VALLEY COMMUNITIES! Advertise your business in the South Hills - Mon Valley Messenger. Call for more information at 412-249-8177. Or e-mail to news@messengerpaper.com ____________________________________________
-------------- COMPUTERS -------------------- AUTOMOTIVE ---------2007 CHEVY MONTE CARLO, excel. Condition, one owner, 53,000 miles, garaged every winter since new, V6 auto, air, cruise, tilt wheel, electric windows and seat, 17” GM chrome wheels, rear spoiler, bright red/black cloth interior, extra set of 17” aluminum wheels and car cover. $8.700.00. 412-835-1549 ____________________________________________ 1974 FORD TRUCK for parts. Call 724-348-4324 ____________________________________________ T-TOPS STOWAGE BAG for ’85 Camaro, etc. – genuine GM, New condition for your classic car. $100 724-941-5324 ____________________________________________ 2006 SWIFT CHOPPER FOR SALE, only 2,400 miles, Excellent Condition, Right Hand Transmission, 117 cc-Six Speed, Dark Purple with Flames, Must see to appreciate. Price-$8,000 FIRM. Please leave a message at (412) 400-8898 as all calls go to voice mail. Texts are also welcomed. ____________________________________________ MOTORHOME HOME FOR SALE - 93 Winnebago Brave. Sleeps 6, only 29,000 miles. New front and rear brakes. New starter. Recharged AC. Complete tune up. Generator serviced. Runs like new. Roll out awning. Canvas storage cover. $12.000 or best offer. 724-747-4620 ____________________________________________ 2015 BUICK LACROSSE, 6000 miles, leather interior, loaded, a real beauty. $26,000 or best offer. 724-872-6834 ____________________________________________ 1981 CADILLAC COUPE DEVILLE, good condition, bluish-silver, fully-loaded. 2-door. 80,000 miles. $2,500. 724-379-4541 ____________________________________________ DONATE YOUR CAR TO VETERANS TODAY! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1800-245-0398 ____________________________________________ CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! All Make/Models 2000-2015! Any Condition. Running or Not. Competitive Offer! Free Towing! We’re Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888-416-2330. ____________________________________________
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. 412-944-4005. ____________________________________________
-------------- EDUCATION -----------25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED! Become a driver for Stevens Transport! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! New drivers earn $800+ per week! PAID CDL TRAINING! Stevens covers all costs! 1-888734-6714 drive4stevens.com ____________________________________________ AIRLINE CAREERS. Get FAA approved maintenance training at campuses coast to coast. Job placement assistance. Financial Aid for qualifying students. Military friendly. Call AIM 888-6861704 ____________________________________________ MEDICAL BILLING SPECIALISTS NEEDED! Begin training at home for a career working with Medical Billing & Insurance! Online training with the right College can get you ready! HS Diploma/GED & Computer/Internet needed. 1-888-734-6711 ____________________________________________ AIRLINE MECHANIC TRAINING - Get FAA certification. No HS Diploma or GED - We can help. Approved for military benefits. Financial Aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-453-6204 ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________
-------------- EMPLOYMENT ------------
CAFETERIA CASHIER, Frazier School District, approximately 20 hours/week. Salary is $11.75/hour. Valid criminal, child abuse and fingerprinting clearances required. For more information, contact dsmith@fraziersd.org or 724-736-1116. ____________________________________________
LOOKING FOR SEMI DRIVERS – Monday thru Friday, occasional Saturday. Local driving within 180 miles of Pittsburgh, home EVERY NIGHT! Paid EVERY WEEK! MUST HAVE: current Class A CDL with 2 years experience driving tractor-trailers. Must be AT LEAST 21 years of age. DOT physical and drug test required. For more information, call 1-800-837-0085 Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ____________________________________________ SALESPERSON NEEDED to secure commercial accounts for a security/surveillance company in Charleroi. Commission based on number of new accounts obtained. Call Bill at 717-580-1236. ____________________________________________ I'M LOOKING FOR A PART TIME PERSONAL ASSISTANT, which I'm going to be paying $500 each week. If interested, contact (donaldlentzz@gmail.com) Asap! ____________________________________________ PART-TIME VAN DRIVER South Park area. Approximately 1518 hours/week. Salary is $10.00/hr. Must have valid PA drivers license as well as clearances obtained through our agency. Contact ddodds@meltingpotmonistries.org or 412-310-8189. ____________________________________________ GARAGE DOOR INSTALLER with experience and valid driver's license. 724-258-6900 Trinity Garage Door & Awning ____________________________________________ DAYTIME BARTENDER Wanted. 724-348-6607 ____________________________________________ HOUSE CLEANING. Part time permanent job doing light housecleaning. $10 - $ 12 plus tips. Peters, Canonsburg and surrounding areas. Raises, promotions, car necessary, short daylight. 724-941-3878 or 412-655-3921 ____________________________________________ OFFICE CLEANING POSITION – Full and Part Time, in and around Pittsburgh Area. Many immediate opening. Call Heidi at 800-218-9159 ____________________________________________ HELP WANTED - Bartender/Cook. Call: 724-348-6607 ____________________________________________ 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 ____________________________________________ SLAGLE ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION, INC. NEEDS... Experienced Roofers to join our team. FULL-TIME. Must have valid driver's license. STOP IN or CALL 724-258-6901. 208 W. Main Street, Monongahela EXPERIENCED HAIR DRESSER NEEDED FULL or PART Time • 724-344-4656 MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in Advance! Mailing Brochures at Home. Easy Pleasant work. Begin Immediately. Age Unimportant. www.MyHomeIncomeNow55.com ____________________________________________ PAID IN ADVANCE! Make $1000 A Week Mailing Brochures From Home! NO Experience Required. Helping home workers since 2001! www.WorkingCentral.NET (Void in WI) ____________________________________________
SEEKING ENERGETIC SELF-MOTIVATED INDIVIDUALS to manage day and evening shifts. Ability to multi-task. Strong leadership qualities and people skills. Duties include; phone order taking, operation of POS system, inventory and labor control, oversee cooks and drivers. Fast food management experience preferred. Will train. Call 724-348-8844.
--------- FINANCIAL ----------WONDERING WHERE TO SAFELY put your money and then get a guaranteed income for life? How concerned are you about current and future financial conditions becoming unstable? An Annuity will work for you to gain income and reduce taxes. Call Driscoll Insurance Enterprises, Inc. now at 412-343-1100 for details. Serving the Greater Pittsburgh area since 1949 ____________________________________________
--------- HEALTH / MEDICAL / FITNESS ----------**SUMMER SPECIAL** VIAGRA 60x (100 mg) +20 "Bonus" PILLS for ONLY $114.00 plus shipping. VISA/ MC payment. 1888-386-8074. www.newhealthyman.com Satisfaction Guaranteed!! ____________________________________________ VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 40 Pills + 10 FREE. SPECIAL $99.00 100% guaranteed. FREE Shipping! 24/7 CALL 1888-223-8818 Hablamos Espanol. ____________________________________________
————————————————————————————————————————— 76 messengerpaper.com
CLASSIFIEDS
FREE VIAGRA PILLS 48 PILLS + 4 FREE! VIAGRA 100MG/ CIALIS 20mg Free Pills! No hassle, Discreet Shipping. Save Now. Call Today 1-888-410-0514 ____________________________________________ VIAGRA & CIALIS! 50 pills for $95. 100 pills for $150 FREE shipping. NO prescriptions needed. Money back guaranteed! 1877-743-5419 ____________________________________________ MALE ENLARGEMENT MEDICAL PUMP Gain 1-3 Inches Permanently! Money back guarantee. FDA Licensed since 1997 FREE Brochure: 619-294-7777 www.DrJoelKaplan.com ____________________________________________ VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 50 Pills $99.00 FREE Shipping! 100% guaranteed. CALL NOW! 1 -866-312-6061 Hablamos Espanol ____________________________________________
HAVE TWO TICKETS FOR PENGUINS HOME OPENER, 10/13/16. Please text me with offer at 412-780-5998 ____________________________________________ 2000-40' SANDPIPER TRAVEL TRAILER - 2 Tip Outs -Sleeps 8 -Excellent Condition - Includes 40' Deck - and Utility Shed. Call 724-872-4193. Leave Message and Phone Number. ____________________________________________ UPRIGHT 1899' PIANO- renovated- Call 724-872-4193. Leave message. ____________________________________________
-------------- ITEMS FOR SALE ------------
TV TUBES - Electronic TV tubes & testing equipment, Manuals. Monessen 724-708-9095 ____________________________________________
TREE LOUNGE, CLIMBING TREE STAND. Aluminum frame work, including archery stand. Includes 2 wheels to be used as dolly. Excellent condition, used once. $300. 412-384-8033 ____________________________________________ 30,000 BTU Vent-free Dual Fuel Infrared Wall Heater, New $150. 412-384-5861 ____________________________________________ 18” RAZOR KOBRA BIKE, green/black, like new $30. 724736-2348 ____________________________________________ EASTON HOCKEY SKATES, youth size 12, paid $49.95, used 1 time, $20. 724-736-2348 ____________________________________________ SUBARU OUTBACK CARGO TRAY, has compartments, will fit some other vehicles, $20. 724-736-2348 ____________________________________________ HIDEAWAY BED, good for cabin or an extra twin bed, $25. 724736-2348 ____________________________________________ ROOM SCREEN DIVIDER, 5’8”, 3 panels, all wood Fruitwood finished slots, excellent condition, priced $189 sell for $50.00. Call 724-705-3707 N. Charleroi ____________________________________________ WALKERS – one with wheels, one without wheels, $10 each. 724-941-7217 ____________________________________________ MEN’S GOLF SHOES, white with black trim, worn several times, size 8 1/2, $10. 724-941-7217 ____________________________________________ BIRD CAGE for a large bird, double-decker, NEW, NEVER-USED. All accessories, exceptionally nice, Brown. $300. 724-9415117 ____________________________________________ MUSIC MIXED BOARD – two speakers. Call 724-348-4324 ____________________________________________ 3 IN 1 MULTI-GAME TABLE. Swivels from pool table to air hockey table. Separate top for ping pong. All accessories included, 84”. Very heavy! Good condition. $150. Email jgramm@verizon.net ____________________________________________ GAME CART, CABELA'S, alum-i-lite 68 1/2" long, 20" wide, 24" wheel base, 250 lbs. weight capacity, 28 lbs. (NIB) - $100.00 (724) 483-1271 ____________________________________________
DINING ROOM TABLE, six chairs, china closet, excellent condition, walnut. Chairs are newly upholstered. $350. 724-2227835 ____________________________________________ SEA GREEN, Ethan Allen sofa. Must see to appreciate. $250. 724-222-7835 ____________________________________________
BOOKS/MANUALS - Vintage BLUEJACKETS Manual, LATHE Operation/Machinists Tables, 1982 Electronic Experimenter’s Handbook. Monessen 412-400-0302 ____________________________________________ EMPIRE GRENADIER SPEAKERS, Vintage, Model 8000, 28in., Marble Round Tops Great cond. $350. Monessen 412-4000302 ____________________________________________ REMINGTON ELECTRIC TANGLE TAMER Hair Detangler/Cord/Cordless (Rechargable)/For wet or dry hair/New in____________________________________________ package $10.00 724-684-5531 WARDROBE CLOSET $30.00. Pottery barn mini ivory desk, new condition $160.00. 724-941-2177 ____________________________________________ BABY CRIB, DARK WOOD, gently used, 3 years old, $40. Baby crib mattress $10. 412-980-3796 ____________________________________________ HOUSEHOLD CONTENTS – pots, pans, dishes, lamps, some furniture, decorative items, organ – first $650 takes all. Great for flea market resale. 724-872-6982 ____________________________________________ 2006 SWIFT CHOPPER for sale, only 2,400 miles, Excellent Condition, Right Hand Transmission, 117 cc-Six Speed, Dark Purple with Flames, Must see to appreciate. Price-$8,000 FIRM. Please leave a message at (412) 400-8898 as all calls go to voice mail. Texts are also welcomed. ____________________________________________ YARN SKEINS, APPROX 30, Misc colors, $2.00 each. Hamster Cage New, 3 story with accessories, $35 (paid $69 plus). Western Boots, Like New, Mens, 11EE Grey and black, $30. Bag Holders: One wooden, cream and red, $15. Six fabric, $5 each, all____________________________________________ new. 724-348-5393 SCANNER UNIDEN BEARCAT, 50-channel Base Scanner, Desktop or Mobile Operation, New in Box $95 724-747-4693 ____________________________________________ USED TREX $100 Call 412-384-5861 ____________________________________________
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
MANUAL PUSH REEL LAWNMOWER, Scott Silent Cut 18 inch, $35.00. 724-684-5531 ____________________________________________ BOSE SOUND BAR, perfect condition, $200 ($400 new). 724348-4501 – Finleyville ____________________________________________ ENTIRE DESIGNER JUNIOR CLOTHING USED .75 cents each. Large rectangular vintage painting in carved Fruitwood frame $750. New large rain barrel in original box paid $70 sell $35. 5 piece solid wood outdoor set pretty basket weave design $55. Large expensive like new Old English jewelry armoire cherry finish $70. New large quantity steel designer courtyard fencing & poles $55 for all. Text 412-819-7623 ____________________________________________ NEW LARGE EXPENSIVE WOOD LATTICE POTTING TABLE w/shelf & drawer $55. New designer pyramid shaped large fire pit with cover $55. Large vintage painting in expensive wood gold leaf frame $985. 4 large beautiful beaded designer lamps with tulip lights $50 each. 4 large beautiful vintage designer etched glass mirrors $175 each. Vintage solid Oak wood rectangular desk/table with 2 drawers & shelf $155. New large designer glass lamp with flower petal shade $25. Text 412-8197623 ____________________________________________ ANTIQUE 1920-20 LARGE SOLID WOOD curved triple mirror vanity with bench & 4 spacious drawers $195. Large expensive designer wall rack with cup hooks $55. Vintage Sears Roebuck Silvertone 1940’s tube radio in Cherry wood cabinet $700. Vintage Duncan Phyfe solid Mahogany wood dining set: China cabinet $275, buffet $275, pedestal table (needs work) $35, three chairs $5 each. 4 piece vintage solid Mahogany wood bedroom set with granite look finish & metal shelves $525. Designer Nordik Country French large carved wood rectangular table with bottom shelf & drawer $210. 2 new designer curly wrought iron basket weave top side tables $35 each. Text 412-819-7623 ____________________________________________ 2 DESIGNER FOLDABLE GARDEN CHAIRS with finials pad $15 each. Antique Red Eye Singer Sewing machine with solid wood 4 drawered cabinet $110. Like new heavy duty Morse sewing machine with 4 drawered Cherry cabinet $185. 2 designer curly wrought iron garden chairs $15 each. Large collection of designer shoes size 7 used $1.00. New large designer glass table with curved steel legs $35. New large designer quality flower pots $15 each. 3 designer silver metal/wood spacious storage cabinets $60 each. Text 412-819-7623 ____________________________________________ 2 TICKETS FOR PENS OPENER for new season 2016-17. Make offer! 412-780-5998 ____________________________________________ FITNESS QUEST EDGE 491 Recumbent programmable exercise bike, like new, $150 OBO. 412-831-8696 ____________________________________________
DVD TRANSFER HOME MOVIES
Affordable Apartment Living
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
OAK DINING ROOM FURNITURE, 10 pcs, table (66x42) with 6 chairs, two 18” leaves, pads. China cabinet 45x18, buffet 60x18, server 42x18, $1500 ALL. Antique high chair $30.00. Kenmore sewing machine with attachments in cabinet $35.00. Antique desk $40.00. Cardio trainer $25.00. 2 sets golf clubs with carrying case free. Call 412-605-7492 ____________________________________________ DELTA UNISAW, 10” tilting arbor saw, 3 HP, 115 or 230 volts, call 724-258-3318 and leave msg ____________________________________________ PING I-25 DRIVER, 9 degree loft, stiff shaft, like new, $160. 412-754-0589 ____________________________________________ KNIVES FOR SALE. Two Ashley Forge Damascus. 1 fixed blade skinner, 1 lockback folder in German silver with abalone inlays inside and out. Call 724-258-3318 and leave msg ____________________________________________ UTILITY TRAILER for sale $350 or best offer. Call Bill at 724255-8999. ____________________________________________ 2008 TAIZHOU MOTOR SCOOTER never used. Only 11 miles MINT!! Kept in garage since purchase. Paid $1200.00 will accept $799.00. Must See! 412-478-5307 ____________________________________________ FREEZER, KENMORE, UPRIGHT, exc cond/very clean $75. Singer sewing machine $75. Credenza, hall, Walnut $45. Bedroom set, 4pc blonde $275. New fans 10” in box $10 each, Portable toilet, never used $15. Depression glass set $30, various vintage items, antique telephone. 412-400-0302 ____________________________________________ ENGLISH SADDLE, Black, 17 Inch, All Purpose, Excellent Condition $425.00. Landpride Box Scraper, Good Condition $400.00. Call 724-292-1177 ____________________________________________ MANUAL PUSH REEL LAWNMOWERS. Scott Silent Cut (1) 18 inch & (1) 20 inch $35.00 each. 724-684-5531 ____________________________________________ BABY CRIB, dark wood. $50. 412-477-4758 ____________________________________________ 1997 JOHN DEERE MODEL 425 heavy duty garden tractor, 20 HP liquid cooled, 860 hours, 48” shaft drive mower deck, 54” hydraulic lift & angle plow, rear weight box, tire chains, wheel weights, large dump cart. Must sell complete, in Rostraver Twp. Buyer provides transportation. $3300. 724-633-2190 or 412862-8806 ____________________________________________ CONTROL BOARD & AUTO START for England Pellet Stove. $150.00 412-691-0430 ____________________________________________ POOL, 27 FT ROUND, 48 in. high, all accessories, will help take down. $1150.00. 412-691-0430 ____________________________________________ BASKETBALL HOOP – free standing – paid $300, now $80. Fair condition. 412-655-4793 ____________________________________________ FREE ELECTRIC HOSPITAL BED, good condition 724-3143248 ____________________________________________ CRAFTSMEN 6-1/8” jointer/planer, cast iron table, works good, $100. 724-348-0503 ____________________________________________ 2 PREMIUM MAUSOLEUM CRYPTS @ Sylvan Heights Cemetery, Uniontown PA. Two (2) Companion (side by side) Mausoleum Crypts at the Sylvan Heights Cemetery. Garden Building # 2 Section 2-B Crypt # 30 & 31 Level # 3. This sets' current value is $21,750.00 and is an Excellent Location in Garden Building #2 Level 3. There are no more crypts available until new mausoleum is built. Selling at $11,750.00 or best reasonable offer. Contact 724-438-7806 ____________________________________________ SUBFLOORING. 3/4 inch, 4x8' in length, tongue-and-groove, new. $8/each. 724-941-6113 ____________________________________________ CEMETERY PLOTS, "prime real estate" in Mon Valley Memorial Park. 4 plots, $1,800 for all. For more info call 724-552-7056 ____________________________________________ EXTENSION LADDERS - (1) 12' & (2) 24', Werner aluminum. $60. 724-552-7056 ____________________________________________
September 2016 ————————————————————————————————————————— EXTENSION LADDER - heavy duty, 24' - 40'.Werner aluminum. $150. 724-552-7056 ____________________________________________ WEIGHT LIFTING EQUIPMENT, power rack with adjustable weight bench, 45lb bar, 265 lbs of weight discs from 45-2.5 lbs., plus pull-down attachments. 724-552-7056 ____________________________________________ LADY’S HEARING AIDS By Starkey Hearing Technologies (Model 2 Series 170, battery size 312, receiver in canal), only 3 months old, warranty until 12/1/18. Paid $3,450. Make offer. 724-228-2754 ____________________________________________ ACORN STAIR CLIMBER LIFT with padded chair, only 3 weeks old, paid $2,800 asking $2,000 or best offer. Call 724-228-2754 ____________________________________________ 2 YEAR OLD GAS DRYER for sale, like new, $75.00. 724-2058620 ____________________________________________ SCHOOL TEACHER'S DESKS: Dark wood-- $35. Maple color wood--$35. Antique upright dresser with swivel mirror. $80. TV swivel stand with shelf $20. Caregiver supplies: Blankets, sheets, afghan, portable shampooer, $25 for all. Armoire with drawer $30. Living room table, kidney shaped, mid-century $75. Clothing, women’s, size large, for short woman, inexpensive. 724-348-4645 ____________________________________________ LOGITECH QUICK CAM FUSION video sensor with light tech, in package $20.00. Tent, can use outdoors for kids, very easy set up, $10.00. Bookcase with 5 shelves, assembles quickly, white, $23. Carpet, fur and leather, approx 6' x 7’, Grecian key border, clean from Europe $275.00. Speakers, Phillips (2) with wire, $49. Call 412-854-3637 ____________________________________________ BUILDINGS (5), place on your train platform near RR tracks, new/boxed, $18+. Pillows, many shapes/sizes, like new $3.00+. Wreath/bulbs/jewels/angels/toille/bows/greenery, gorgeous was $175 now $69. Tables, wrought iron, 2 end + coffee table, excellent quality, very sturdy, $119 all. Artwork/paintings/Indian art/ vases/landscapes/flowers/ fruit/etc., framed $23+. Stemware 60+ years old, water/wine/cocktail/Shervert/Cordial, sell sep $4.00. Tupperware XXL container + handles, like new $20.00. 15 decorated cans, $.50. Lamps, good quality $15. Electric range parts, 8"snap-in burner, +220 cord w/ plug-ins to hook up, $8.00 ea, new never used. Water purifier, never used, still boxed, $55. Appliances – Oster blender, Krups coffee- tea pot, Farberware stainless coffee/tea pot, all perfect, $9.00+. Folding chair, silver padded seat, new, still wrapped $12.00. Call 412854-3637 ____________________________________________ DISHES, 4 or 8 place settings, still boxed, never used, $19+. Bowling ball + leather carrying case, men's Brunswick, exc. Cond, $15.00. Telephone/clarity for hearing loss, magnifies calls, $25. Chaise lounge/bench 1920, 95+ yrs old, antique restored, walnut frame, $475. Dining chairs (4) matching uphol, comfy seats, solid wood, arched tops $225. Chair/uphol artist fabric seat, $110. Bedroom, Burl Mahogany, 5 pieces, perfect cond, $2900. Bedroom 8 piece elegant set, 2 marble top end tables/wood carvings, $3,099 all. Table 60” Cherry/Walnut, $899. Fosseil octagonal table + base, brass accents, 4 high back uphol. chairs, $1,099. Table 60" octagonal top +18" leaf + chairs, $395. Dresser, 6 lg. drawers, solid wood, $425. Call 412854-3637 ____________________________________________ PLACEMATS/TEACH KIDS BIBLE STORIES, turn over washable markers color/puzzles/games, $4.95 or 4/$18.00. (2) cabinets, Maple wood, $45. Call 412-854-3637 ____________________________________________ DESIGNER DRESSES/JACKETS/JEANS/TOPS + Nike outfits, xs/s/m, high quality, like new, $5.00+. Purses/boots/shoes/ shoulder bags – lg/sm, Heels, flats, casual, evening, leather sizes 6/7/8, $4.00+. Basketball uniforms, 13 jerseys/shorts, clean, good condition $39.00 all. Call 412-854-3637 ____________________________________________
CLASSIFIEDS
BATTERY CAR STARTER QUICK CHARGE, in original plastic package, $10.00. Printer HP Photosmart, already programmed, ready to use, detailed instruction book $19. Sony stereo/boom box cassette/am-fm radio, use indoors or battery outdoors, $25.00. Microphone audio/voice for internet meetings/gaming, in orig plastic package, $39. Equalizers stereo sound/graphics/monitor /tape/ plugs/12 bands, perfect condition $45. RCA amplified indoor antenna, $15.00. Mouse, Microsoft for computers, like new $12.00. Call 412-854-3637 ____________________________________________ DELL FLAT SCREEN MONITORS 12” x 9”, $4.00 a monitor, buy 50 or more, $2.00 a piece. Dell Flat Screen Monitors 11” x 13”, $8.00 a piece, buy 50 or more $5.00 a piece. H.P. Laser Printers $15.00 each, buy 20 or more $10.00 a piece. Keyboards $5.00 a piece, buy 20 or more $3.00 a piece. Computer mouses $3.00 a piece, buy 20 or more $2.00 a piece. 2 premium replacement toner cartridges replaces 92298A $45.00. Computer speakers 2 for $5.00. Wyse Winterm Model #SKO $5.00 a piece, buy 20 or more $3.00 a piece. Apollo Reflective Overhead Projector Ventura 4000 Series $100.00. I will sell you everything I have, approx 800 to 1000 items for $800.00 OBO. Call 412-4141580 ____________________________________________ AUTO START CONTROL BOARD for England Stove Works Pellet Stove. Part No. Pu-CB04. $200. 412-691-0430 ____________________________________________ CEMETERY PLOTS – Three (3) in Monongahela Cemetery. $475 each. 724-239-4874 ____________________________________________ POWER WHEELS HARLEY DAVISON MOTORCYCLE $120. New brown rug piece, commercial grade, $125. Pirate ship pool $35. Car seats $25.00 each. Portable high chair $40.00. Potty chair talks/sings $35.00. 1 dark wood end table $10.00. Coffee table light wood $15.00. 2 marble cream end/side table round $90.00. Four 70# sand bags $50. Brown cabinet $50. White cabinet $50. Microwave cabinet $25. 12 Long panel of sheers & valences, lavender, paid $200.00 at Pennies, asking $145.00. 2 short pair lavender curtains and valences $35.00. Blue with pink ribbon wall paper $4.00. Serious inquires only. Pictures available to____________________________________________ email. 724-745-3963 CEMETERY LOT - Mon Valley Memorial Park. Garden of All Faiths - Lawn Crypt. Includes lot, vault, memorial, granite and vase. 724-379-6866. ____________________________________________
----------- ITEMS WANTED -------SEEKING TO PURCHASE used refrigerator for apartment. 412264-1038 ____________________________________________ IN SEARCH OF FREE CANNING JARS. You can contact me at 724-206-8118 ____________________________________________ VINTAGE FOUNTAIN PENS WANTED. Quick cash for old fountain pens that might be sitting in a drawer somewhere not being used. Interested in any brand, but some are: Waterman, Wahl, Conklin, Conway Stewart, Mabie Todd, Sheaffer, Parker, and More. Please call or text 724-797-7949 ____________________________________________ WANTED – Ruger 22 cal. Rifle 10/22 model.Any condition. 724289-6853 ____________________________________________ VCR WANTED. 724-941-7604 ____________________________________________ 1968 OR 1969 PONTIAC 400 engine. Call 724-268-3263 ____________________________________________ WANTED - Places to ground hog hunt. John at 724-483-1271 ____________________________________________ VOLUME PEDAL FOR GUITAR. Call Vince 724-258-4815 ____________________________________________ BUYING VINTAGE LADIES/MEN’S clothing/accessories. Victorian thru 1970’s. Call Gloria 724-263-2239 or Bonnie 412997-2943 ____________________________________________
messengerpaper.com 77 ——————————————————————————————————————————
WANTED - Bugle with no pistons. Reasonable. 724-696-5221 ____________________________________________ Wanted - Working wall mounted urinal for man's bathroom. 724696-5221 ____________________________________________
DONATE A CAR to a young Christian girl with three children (2 are special needs). Please help if you can. Thank you. Call 724621-0505 ____________________________________________
DONATE A CAR TO A YOUNG CHRISTIAN GIRL with three children (2 are special needs). Please help if you can.Thank you. Call 724-621-0505 ____________________________________________ INDIAN ARROWHEADS all natiave American artifacts and all vintage costume jewelry. Call 724-428-3695 ____________________________________________ BUYING OLD SPORTSCARD COLLECTIONS! - Seeking vintage era baseball, football and basketball cards. 1970's and earlier. Will also buy newer cards from 1980-2000's if in good shape. Call me FIRST before you throw away old boxes of cards. Paying CASH! 412-760-2291. ____________________________________________ OLD ELECTRICAL INSULATORS used on utility poles. Glass or porcelain. Call 724-782-0539. ____________________________________________ TEKTRONIX OSCILLOSCOPE, excellent working condition, newer model (1980s or newer), preferably with manual, must be very low price. Call Bob in Monongahela at 724-258-6236 ____________________________________________ OLD RADIO/TV/AMP TUBES for my antique jukebox and guitar amp. 724-258-6236 ____________________________________________ OUTDOOR PLASTIC LIGHTED BLOW MOLD Christmas decorations & vintage Christmas stuff. Call 412-384-8759 or email caminda2008@yahoo.com. ____________________________________________ WANTED - vintage and antique toy cap guns, toy guns, holsters and any old western TV memorabilia. Some popular brands are Mattel, Kilgore, Stevens, Nichols, but I am interested in any and all. Collecting these items is my hobby and I would really appreciate a call if you have anything. I will pay cash. Please ask for Jeff at 724-782-0721 or 724-713-0289. ____________________________________________ COLLECTING MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS for the needy. Call Louise at 724-483-8600. ____________________________________________
EASY CASH! - Sell your old baseball cards! Ex-husband, old boyfriend, or adult kids who no longer want or need their old cards? I will buy them from you! Also buying football, basketball and hockey cards! Find an old box of sportscards in the garage or____________________________________________ attic? Give me a call today. 412-760-2291.
JUNK CARS WANTED! FREE Tow! C.T. Auto Recyclers. 724348-7467. ____________________________________________ WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings, Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps, old Christmas and sterling silver, anything OLD! Please call me. Jim Gillespie at 412-979-7050 or home 724-348-6203. ____________________________________________ 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. ____________________________________________ CASH FOR UNEXPIRED DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! Free Shipping, Best Prices & 24 hr payment! Call 1-855-440-4001 www.TestStripSearch.com. Habla Espanol. ____________________________________________ WANTS TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 ____________________________________________ CASH PAID- up to $25/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. 1-DAYPAYMENT.1-800-371-1136 ____________________________________________
----------- MISCELLANEOUS --------MON VALLEY MEMORIAL PARK 4 lots $500.00 each, 2 vaults $500.00 each, transfer of deed included. Call 724-747-9030 or 843-215-8909. If no answer, leave message, will return call ____________________________________________ MON VALLEY MEMORIAL PARK (Donora), garden of all faiths, lawn crypt, includes lot, vaults, bronze memorial, granite and vase unit (1980 prices). 724-379-6866 ____________________________________________
LAWNBOY MOWERS - Used Lawnboy mowers. All 2-cycle. Gold & silver. All self propelled. Great Shape. Also wanted to buy used Lawnboys and Honda. Call 724-745-6489. ____________________________________________ KITTENS - Healthy Herbal kittens. FREE to a good home. 8weeks old. 3 male and 3 female. 5 orange and white, and 1 black and white. 724-929-4189 or 724-929-2486 ____________________________________________ ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT packages at Sandals, Dreams, Secrets, Riu, Barcelo, Occidental and many more resorts. Punta Cana, Mexico, Jamaica and many of the Caribbean islands. Book now for 2017 and SAVE! For more info. call 877-270-7260 or go to____________________________________________ NCPtravel.com A PLACE FOR MOM. The nation's largest senior living referral service. Contact our trusted, local experts today! Our service is FREE/no obligation. CALL 1-800-217-3942 ____________________________________________ CASH FOR BABY FORMULA! Highest Prices Paid! Most Major Brands Accepted! Toll Free 1-866-617-7355, Between 9:305:30 pm Est, Or visit 24/7 www.SellFormula.com ____________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2000 and Newer. Nation’s Top Car Buyer! Free Towing From Anywhere! Call Now: 1-800-864-5960. ____________________________________________ DISH TV 190 channels plus Highspeed Internet Only $49.94/mo! Ask about a 3 year price guarantee & get Netflix included for 1 year! Call Today 1-800-686-9986 ____________________________________________ CRUISE VACATIONS – 3, 4, 5 or 7 day cruises to the Caribbean. Start planning now to save $$ on your fall or winter getaway vacation. Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Carnival, Princess and many more. Great deals for all budgets and departure ports. For more info. call 877-270-7260 or go to NCPtravel.com ____________________________________________ CASH PAID for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! 1 DAY PAYMENT & PREPAID shipping. HIGHEST PRICES! Call 1-888776-7771. www.Cash4DiabeticSupplies.com ____________________________________________ MAKE A CONNECTION. Real People, Flirty Chat. Meet singles right now! Call LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call NOW: Call 1-877-7379447 18+ ____________________________________________ OLD WATCHES WANTED!! Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, Audemars Piguet, Vacheron, Cartier, Longines, Universal, Breitling. Chronographs, Daytona, Submariner, GMT-Master, Moonphase, Day Date, Speedmaster and more. TOP CA$H PAID 1-800-401-0440 ____________________________________________ TOP CASH PAID FOR OLD GUITARS! 1920 - 1980 Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch, Epiphone, Guild, Mosrite, Rickenbacker, Prairie State, D'Angelico, Stromberg. And Gibson Mandolins/Banjos. 1-800-401-0440 ____________________________________________ VIAGRA 52 PILLS + 4 FREE! VIAGRA 100MG/ CIALIS 20mg Free Pills! No hassle, Discreet Shipping. Save Now. $99.00 Call Today 1-800-213-6202 ____________________________________________ KILL BED BUGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killers/KIT. Hardware Stores, The Home Depot, homedepot.com ____________________________________________ MAKE A CONNECTION. Real People, Flirty Chat. Meet singles right now! Call LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call NOW: 1-888-9099905 18+. ____________________________________________
————————————————————————————————————————— 78 messengerpaper.com WANTED OLD JAPANESE MOTORCYCLES KAWASAKI Z1-900 (1972-75), KZ900, KZ1000 (1976-1982), Z1R, KZ 1000MK2 (1979,80), W1-650, H1-500 (1969-72), H2-750 (1972-1975), S1-250, S2-350, S3-400, KH250, KH400, SUZUKI-GS400, GT380, HONDA-CB750K (1969-1976), CBX1000 (1979,80) CASH!! 1-800-772-1142 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com ____________________________________________ HERO MILES - to find out more about how you can help our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need, visit the Fisher House website at www.fisherhouse.org ____________________________________________ ENJOY YOUR OWN THERAPEUTIC WALK-IN luxury bath. Get a free in-home consultation and receive $1,750 OFF your new walk-in tub! Call Today!!! (800) 987-1543 ____________________________________________ STRUGGLING TO GET INTO A CAR, House, or Apartment because of your Credit Score? Call to get a free credit score, report, and consultation. 800-953-5979 ____________________________________________ ADVERTISE to 10 Million Homes across the USA! Place your ad in over 140 community newspapers, with circulation totaling over 10 million homes. Contact Independent Free Papers of America IFPA at danielleburnett-ifpa@live.com or visit our website cadnetads.com for more information ____________________________________________
------------- NOTICES ---------GARAGE/SHED SALE, Saturday September 10, 8 am to 1 pm, 5132 Spring Street, Finleyville. Tools, yard items, construction items (from a home reno), household items, home décor items. Everything priced to sell! ____________________________________________ CONDO-WIDE YARD SALE - September 10th. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Spring Grove Estates, Rostraver Township. For more information contact Don or Carol 724-872-5095 ____________________________________________ 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 412760-2291. ____________________________________________
------------ PETS -------RABBIT DOG, Beagle, female, 4 months old, AKC certificate, rabbie shot, three puppy shots, PA dog license, wormed monthly,____________________________________________ tick collar, ready for Fall hunting, $650. 724-366-9524 MALTEST PUPPY, AKC registered, 12 weeks. Excellent disposition, health guaranteed. Shots and wormed. 724-941-5117 ____________________________________________ YOUNG CATS – Spayed and Neutered, all shots, litter trained, FeLuk tested, loving cats fostered in homes, adoption fee $40. 724-258-8380 ____________________________________________
CLASSIFIEDS
KITTENS - Healthy Herbal kittens. FREE to a good home. 8weeks old. 3 male and 3 female. 5 orange and white, and 1 black and white. 724-929-4189 or 724-929-2486 ____________________________________________ ANGELS FOR ANIMALS. Collecting Aluminum Cans for an ongoing fundraiser. (Please no steel, no pie tins, and no aluminum foil.) Also selling Enjoy & Entertainment Books for $30.00 each. For pick up of cans or delivery of bgoldooks, call Jessie @ 724941-5737. ____________________________________________
------------ REAL ESTATE -------MON VALLEY MEMORIAL PARK 4 lots $500.00 each, 2 vaults $500.00 each, transfer of deed included. Call 724-747-9030 or 843-215-8909. If no answer, leave message, will return call ____________________________________________ MON VALLEY MEMORIAL PARK (Donora), garden of all faiths, lawn crypt, includes lot, vaults, bronze memorial, granite and vase unit (1980 prices). 724-379-6866 ____________________________________________ FIRST FLOOR 2 BEDROOM apartment for rent in Downtown Elizabeth. Located on Second St. Eat-in kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, laundry hook-ups, front porch, garden plot. $475 + utilities. Call 412-735-6039 for details. ____________________________________________ FOR RENT, MONONGAHELA, 1st Floor, 2 Bedrooms, includes appliances, semi-furnished, garbage removal, FREE laundry facility, close to busline, downtown, quaint, quiet atmosphere, Senior discount. 724-931-4764 ____________________________________________ FOR RENT, SOUTH PARK, 3 BR Duplex, Equipped Kitchen, LR, DR, W/W Carpet. $850. Monthly, Security Deposit & Utilities. No Pets 412-833-5449 ____________________________________________ HOUSE FOR SALE—4B/2B, split level, 2 car garage, on 1 acre, organic garden, level back yard, school bus stops close by. (724) 348-4645, Rt.88/43 near Finleyville. ____________________________________________ CEMETERY PLOTS – Three (3) in Monongahela Cemetery. $475 each. 724-239-4874 ____________________________________________
September 2016 ——————————————————————————————————————————
LAWN SERVICES: Grass Cutting, Bed Care. Call Cory. 412-7156778. Free estimate. Honest, Hardworking, and Reliable! ____________________________________________ NEED A GRASS CUTTER THIS SUMMER? Please give me a try. Reasonable, very reliable. Call Mike at 724-396-0660. ____________________________________________ TED CONSTRUCTION – Retailing walls, concrete steps and sidewalks, masonry repair, driveway sealing, painting and all other home repairs. 724-518-5947 ____________________________________________ ROOFING AND CHIMNEY REPAIR. – Best material used, Professional Installation. GUARANTEED No Leaks. STONE AND Brick Mortar Repair. Call Matthew 412-419-6156 ____________________________________________ J&L CLEANING SERVICES – Selling your home? Buying a home? • No job too big or small. • Residential or Commercial. • Very competitive pricing. • South Hills-based. • Call for a FREE quote today! • 724-747-0793 ____________________________________________ CARPET REPAIRS. Restretches, Patches, Installation. Small job in Rental Specialist. 25 years experience. Leave Message 412651-8503 ____________________________________________ SENIOR PLACEMENT SERVICE FREE. Stan Olszewski, helping older adults since 2007 with placement in assisted living, personal care, independent living and memory/Alzheimers’ care facilities. Call Stan at Senior Lifestyles Connections, 724-7877030 (24 hrs a day/7 days a week), email stan@seniorhelpfree.com or visit www.seniorhelpfree.com. ____________________________________________ RON’S ALL APPLIANCE REPAIR. REPAIRING REFRIGERATORS, WASHERS, DYERS, RANGES, SUBZEROS…ONE CALL DOES IT ALL: 724-640-9383. 7 DAYS/WK, 24 HR. SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT. ____________________________________________ BOBCAT WITH 2 BUCKETS FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery & pick-up. Call: 724-825-7233. ____________________________________________
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. 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:
READER ADVISORY: Reader Advisory: the National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the following classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer “employment” but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to 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.
CEMETERY LOT - Mon Valley Memorial Park. Garden of All Faiths - Lawn Crypt. Includes lot, vault, memorial, granite and vase. 724-379-6866. ____________________________________________
------------ SERVICES -------CARPET AND UPHOLSTERY CLEANING – hardworking and reliable – Paulco Services – 412-403-1309 or 412-381-5242 ____________________________________________ MON VALLEY AREA. Will care for your elderly loved one in their home. 724-231-7131. ____________________________________________ HOUSE CLEANING SERVICE. Jen's Cozy Cottage. FREE ESTIMATE. Call 352-682-5214 or 724-503-2319. ____________________________________________
Your source for hometown, community news...
the South Hills-Mon Valley
MESSENGER Phone or Fax: 412.249.8177 • Email: news@messengerpaper.com
The MESSENGER is the premier community newspaper in the South Hills and Mon Valley area of Pittsburgh. We are a free, monthly publication seeking to expand our coverage, and grow existing territories. The MESSENGER is looking to add experienced Sales Representatives to our growing team of professionals. Candidates should possess: Strong sales and/or customer service skills, ability to offer clients advice on ad content and design, handle several projects at once, work on a deadline, familiarity with Mon Valley area, reliable transportation, flexible schedule, computer with internet access and a personable, friendly attitude. Preferred candidates will possess: Prior newspaper or media experience, good communication and presentation skills and be motivated, determined and persistent. Interested applicants should email us at dhaniford@messengerpaper.com with a resume and cover letter, or mail to P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243.
September 2016 —————————————————————————————————————————
Monthly Pizza Puzzler! Win a FREE Large 1 Topping Pizza from Finleyville Vocelli Pizza*! Two (2) lucky winners every month! Just fill in the correct answers to the questions below, and write your name, address and telephone number on the entry form. Then mail in your entry form to the Messenger. Each month we will draw two (2) local winners from all correct entries. Winners will receive a gift certificate good for one (1) FREE Large 1 Topping pizza from Vocelli Pizza. Remember to look for a new Monthly Pizza Puzzler every month, and send in your entry form! (*Good only at Finleyville location. One entry per household per month. Employees of the The Messenger; Haniford Enterprises LLC, or Vocelli Pizza are not eligible.)
• Official Entry Form •
(Deadline for entries is September 12)
Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger. Who won the Little League Baseball Pennsylvania championship?
Who received the ‘Heart of Hospice’ Award? What is the name of the bridge that recently reopened in Elizabeth Township? Name: Address: Phone Number: Entry forms should be submitted to: South Hills-Mon Valley Messenger, Attention: “Monthly Pizza Puzzler,” P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
Congratulations to our August Pizza Puzzler winners! Cheri Kutcy - Belle Vernon • Janison Tognarine - Elizabeth
messengerpaper.com 79 ——————————————————————————————————————————
Monongahela Valley Hospital offers weight loss surgery. Is Bariatric Surgery Right for You? Thursday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m. Monongahela Valley Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center
Thursday, Nov. 10, at 6 p.m. Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Room 120
Thursday, Dec. 15, at 6 p.m. Monongahela Valley Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center
Reservations required, 724-258-1333
M
eet Surgeon Hiram Gonzalez, M.D. at our free information sessions to learn how weight loss surgery can help those struggling to lose 100 pounds or more. MVH offers three types of minimally invasive bariatric surgery through our Weight Control and Wellness Program.
MM/CL-MVM/8-16