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Bethel Park to Celebrate 125th Birthday

Activities and Events Being Planned Throughout the Year

2011 is a special year for Bethel Park. The municipality is celebrating its 125th birthdayand is planning to mark this historical milestone with special events and activities through-out the year. Bethel Park Mayor Cliff Morton is heading a committee to plan this commu-nity-wide celebration.

The committee is working with groups such as the Bethel Park Community Foundation,the Bethel Park Library, Bethel Park School District PTA’s and PTO’s, and the Bethel ParkHistorical Society, along with municipal leaders, prominent local businesses and residentsto generate community-wide pride all year long. They are looking to combine fun histori-cal events and activities with milestone events, all which will lead up to a huge 125th birth-day party on Bethel Park’s Community Day in September.

The anniversary of Bethel Park’s birth also coincides with the release of Arcadia(See Bethel Park 125th Birthday, Continued on page 12)

Finleyville Celebrates Borough Building Completion

Finleyville Borough held a ceremony on January 5, 2011 to dedicate the opening of their newly remodeled borough building. Town council members, along with county andstate officials, as well as those involved with the project were on hand for the celebration.

Pictured above at the ribbon cutting ceremony (l to r) Mayor Mike Kutsek, Finleyville Tax Collector Mrs. Shirley Fetchko, Washington Co. Commissioners

Bracken Burns and Larry Maggi, Council Vice President Irene Allridge, CouncilSecretary/Treasurer Sandy Mayak and Council President Tim Kegel.

(See complete story and additional photos on page 15)

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Thankful to the Community For Helping South Park Family

Dear EditorThe family and friends of Kathy Schonhardt, of South Park Township, would like to

thank all of the businesses and individuals who donated to the "Caring for Kathy"fundraiser. The fundraiser was held on December 12, 2010 at the fire hall in Large. Theevent produced a generous offering to help Kathy and her family through this difficulttime as Kathy is currently undergoing treatment for lung and brain cancer. Kathy wouldlike to extend a personal thank you to all of her friends who organized the event.Donations are also being accepted at PNC bank at any branch in Pittsburgh and sur-rounding areas. The fund is earmarked as "The Caring for Kathy Fund".

Sincerely, The "Caring For Kathy Team" Members - South Park

Accident Victim's Family Grateful For All the Support

Dear Editor;We would like to thank everyone who was involved in the spaghetti dinner fundrais-

er held on Sunday, November 7 for Brenda Gump-Schragl, who was seriously injured ina car accident on Rt. 51. We especially want to thank everyone who donated baskets,food, money and gifts, as well as those who volunteered and worked the dinner. Anda special thanks is extended to those who attended but we had to turn away. We appre-ciated their support. Without everyone, the dinner would not have been a success andwe thank you!

Sincerely, The Gump-Schragl Family - Finleyville

Thankful For Her Neighbors in New EagleDear Editor,I feel so moved to thank publicly the "angels" that God has placed in the neighbor-

hood that I live in. During these very snowy months and freezing temperatures, theseneighbors are the kindest, most thoughtful people, always looking out for me (and oth-ers).

I am one of those "elderly, living alone" persons that you so often hear and read aboutthat can't shovel the walk and driveway, or can't always retrieve the mail.... but thesethings always get done. Not always by me, but by these humble neighbors; the Miltons,the Cichy's, the Klaas's and others.

I could never thank them enough times for all they do. It's just so wonderful to knowthat there are still so many caring, loving people in our neighborhoods that look out forthose of us who aren't completely able. To me everyday is "Neighbor Recognition Day!"

Sincerely, Judy McKee - New Eagle

Letters to the Editor can be submitted via e-mail to editor@unionfinley.com

or by mail to P.O. Box 103, Finleyville, PA 15332.

All Letters to the Editor must be signed and must contain the author’s return address and telephone num-ber for verification. Letters will be printed as submitted whenever possible; however, we reserve the right toedit for length, clarity, and taste, and to refuse to publish any and all letters received. Letters to the Editorrepresent the unsolicited opinions of our readers and do not reflect the views or opinions of the Union-Finley Messenger, its owners, editorial board, or writing staff. No compensation is offered for any submis-sion, and the author assumes all responsibility for the accuracy and ramifications of their submission.

Community Rallies in Support of Local Family Devastated by Fire

Dear Editor;On January 2, 2011 our children and grandchild lost their home in an early morn-

ing fire. They were all asleep but thank goodness they had smoke detectors that wokethem and saved their lives. No one was hurt but the devastation of the loss of theirhome was overwhelming. Within hours family, neighbors, friends, and Fr. Boyle of St.Francis of Assisi Church came to see what they could do to help. Food, clothes, for-mula and diapers for our granddaughter Savannah started to arrive.

Our parish of St. Francis of Assisi has been just awesome through prayer and finan-cial help. The love, generosity and true compassion of fellow neighbor, shone throughfor Rick and Bethany time and time again over the last few weeks. Many times whenasked what they needed all Rick and Bethany said was "just pray for us." Their faithas sustained them through this terrible ordeal.

The community of Finleyville and Venetia have responded to them in such a gen-erous way. Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church, The First Presbyterian Church ofFinleyville, Wright's Methodist Church of Venetia, St. Francis Ladies of Charity, andThe Finleyville Interfaith have also given their prayers and financial support. Wealways knew that family would be there in time of crisis, but when communities rallyto help a fellow neighbor it makes you realize how blessed you are to live in a smallcommunity where everyone is your neighbor. Thank you does not seem like enoughto say to our community and all the churches that helped Rick, Bethany and SavannahJurofcik. Please know that your kindness and generosity will never be forgotten. Godbless you all.

Sincerely,Rick and Mary Jane Jurofcik; Don & Linda Tustin - Union Township

FEBRUARY

FOOD & FRIENDS FREE MEAL PRO-GRAM - held the first and third Thursdayseach month- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at the VenetiaCommunity Center, 800 Venetia Road,Venetia, Pa. All are welcome.

FEBRUARY 4

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS- 8:45 to 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 4at the Peters Township Community Center.The screenings are provided courtesy ofCanonsburg General Hospital. For moreinformation call the Community RelationsDepartment at 724-873-5835.

QUEEN OF HEARTS TEA - Friday,February 4 at 7:00 p.m. at the South ParkCommunity Center. Magic, tarts and lots ofhearts. Magic courtesy of physical comicand juggler Howard Mincone. Wear red.Registration required by calling 412-833-5585.

FEBRUARY 5

COIN SHOW - South Hills Coin Club pres-ents their 51st Anniversary Coin Show onSaturday, February 5, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. andSunday, February 6, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at theCrowne Plaza - Pittsburgh South. Freeadmission and hourly door prizes.

BINGO-MANIA CHILDREN’S BINGO -Saint Katharine Drexel School is hosting“Bingomania” children’s bingo on Saturday,February 5, 2011 at Nativity School cafete-ria. Doors open at 5:15 p.m.; bingo beginsat 6:00 p.m. Admission is $6.00 andincludes 12 regular games or auction tick-ets. Everyone entering bingo must have a

ticket. Other festivities include auction bas-kets, door prizes, face painting, games andan array of tempting dinner items. For tick-ets, please call the school at 412-833-0223.Tickets will be available at the door,although, because seating is limited, youare encouraged to purchase tickets inadvance.

FEBRUARY 10

PERSONAL FINANCES - “Thrift is thenew black” according to “The Wall StreetJournal Guide to the New Rules of PersonalFinance” by Dave Kansas, who recom-mends now is the time to “...start with thefoundation of eliminating debt and savingmoney.” To that end, members of thePennsylvania Institute of Certified PublicAccountants (PICPA) will discuss budget-ing, establishing sound financial priorities,and learning how to save at “Budgeting andLearning to Save: A Program that MakesCents” on February 10 at the PetersTownship Public Library. Register for thisprogram by emailingprograms@ptlibrary.org, at the library cir-culation desk, or call 724-941-9430.

FREE MEAL - Riverview Baptist Churchinvites you to a enjoy a free meal onThursday, February 10 from 5:30 to 7:30p.m. The church is located at 405 MainStreet, New Eagle, PA. Free dinners will beoffered the second Thursday of eachmonth, so watch for future dates! Hope tosee you there! If you have questions aboutthe ministries of Riverview Baptist Church,or if you desire prayer for any reason,please contact Pastor Moses at 724-258-8976.

FEBRUARY 12

VALENTINE’S DINNER DANCE -Saturday, February 12, 2011 at SaintFrancis of Assisi Parish – Finley Hall, inFinleyville. Dinner – 7:00 pm, and Dance– 8:00 pm. Cost is $25 per person. Foodwill be provided by “Good to Go.” Beer,pop, and coffee included - BYOB.Sponsored by the Columbiettes and theKnights of Columbus. For Tickets CallKathy at 724-348-0504 or the Rectory at724-348-7145.

FEBRUARY 13

FAMILY FUN & GAME NIGHT - Wright’sUnited Methodist church is having a fami-ly fun and game night February 13 from5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Bring a covered dish toshare and your favorite game. If you haveany questions, please contact the church at724-348-5718.

FEBRUARY 14

VALENTINES DANCE - February 14, 8a.m. - 11:30 p.m. at the Royal PlaceRestaurant, 2660 Library Rd. Music of the50’s, 60’s and 70’s by D.J. Steve. Sponsoredby Parents Without Partners. Admission is$5 for members, $7 for guests. Cash barand light snacks provided. For more infor-mation, contact Barb at 412-855-4308.

FEBRUARY 15

BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT - TheFinleyville Area Chamber of Commercewill host a business networking event Tues.Feb 15 from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the FirstNiagara Bank in Finleyville. The event isopen to all area businesses. Come promote

your business and network with other areabusinesses. Refreshments will be servedand an opportunity to join the chamber.

THREATS TO OUR NATIONAL SECURI-TY DISCUSSION - Panelists from U.S.Army War College will be on hand at thePeters Township Library to discuss Threatsto National Security Throughout theWorld. President Obama announced theofficial end of the United States combatmission in Iraq this past August, yet viablethreats to national security still exist acrossthe world. From the recent package bomb-ing attempts, to piracy in the Gulf of Aden,to the drug wars in Latin America, to theongoing conflict in Afghanistan, nationalsecurity is still of utmost concern to thecurrent administration.

Visiting panelists from the EisenhowerSeries College Program will share personalviews based on their own experience,research, and reflection at the PetersTownship Public Library on Tuesday,February 15 at 7:00 p.m. A discussion on

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current national security and militaryissues will follow the presentation.Register for this program by e-mailing pro-grams@ptlibrary.org, at the library circula-tion desk, or call 724-941-9430.

FEBRUARY 16

INTERNET SAFETY PRESENTATION -Please join the Ringgold Middle SchoolPTA as we welcome a Special Agent fromthe Department of Homeland Security onWednesday, February 16. He will beteaching parents about internet safety. Allparents residing in the Ringgold schooldistrict are welcome to attend. If you area parent, you will not want to miss this!The presentation will be held in theRinggold Middle School auditorium at6:30 PM. There will be a brief PTA meet-ing at 6:15 p.m. preceding the presenta-tion. Door prizes also to be raffled off thisevening.

FEBRUARY 18 - 20

THEATRE PERFORMANCE - Bethel ParkHeritage Players present “The Merry Wivesof Windsor” on February 18, 19, 25 and 26at 8:00 p.m., and February 20 and 27 at2:00 p.m. at the Bethel Park CommunityCenter, 5151 Park Ave. Tickets are $10Adults; $7 Students/Seniors. For moreinformation, visit the website www.her-itageplayers.org or contact us at 412-831-6800 ext. 745.

FEBRUARY 19

BEAST FEAST - West Elizabeth UnitedMethodist Church is hosting the commu-nity’s first ever “Beast Feast” on Saturday,February 19 at 5:00 p.m. This deliciousevent will be a potluck unlike any other!Hunters are invited to bring their best dishfrom their hunted catch. Awards will begiven for tastiest dish among others. Theevent is a collaboration betweenCrossRoads Community Church ofJefferson Hills, Olivet Presbyterian

Church, and West Elizabeth UnitedMethodist Church. This event is open tothe public. For more information contactRachel Slonaker at 412-384-9278 orrachel@crossroadsofjeffersonhills.com.

HEARTS CARD TOURNAMENT - St.Peter’s Episcopal Church in Brentwoodwill hold a Hearts Tournament onFebruary 19 at 7:00 p.m. There will beprizes for first, second, and third placewinners, and practice sessions will takeplace between the Sunday services startingJanuary 16. Please let us know you plan toattend. The church is located at 4048Brownsville Road, overlooking BrentwoodTowne Center, near Rt. 51. Please call thechurch at 412-884-5225 or visit our web-site at www.stpetersbrentwood.org.

FEBRUARY 25

GOSPEL MUSIC CONCERT - “ThePerrys” will be in concert at NewBeginnings Church of God of Prophecy inNew Eagle, PA on Friday, February 25.

The Concert will start at 7:00 p.m. LocalSouthern Gospel Quartet, CrimsonStream, will be opening for them thatevening. The Perrys are known as one ofthe top groups in Southern Gospel Musictoday. The Perrys have proven that theyhave what it takes to rise to the top ofSouthern Gospel music, and what a jour-ney it has been. The concert is free and alove offering will be taken. The church islocated at 411 4th Avenue, New Eagle, PA.For more information, please contact thechurch at 724-310-3416.

FEBRUARY 25 - 27

THEATRE PERFORMANCE - Bethel ParkHeritage Players present “The Merry Wivesof Windsor” on February 25 and 26 at 8:00p.m., and February 27 at 2:00 p.m. at theBethel Park Community Center, 5151Park Ave. Tickets are $10 Adults; $7Students/Seniors. For more information,visit www.heritageplayers.org or contactus at 412-831-6800 ext. 745.

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I have never beenaccused of being indeli-cate… Yeah right! But Ihave to tell you the truth,I am a delicate flowercompared to some of thethrowbacks out there.(You guys know who youare!) I try my best not tobe offensive in smell ordress, although in myprofession it can be hard.

In my everyday job itis not hard for me tosmell like a cow or thoseparts that are sent to therendering plant. If I amon a “trek” and have spent several days onthe trail or in the wood, I take full advan-tage of natures deodorant, wood smoke.

Which brings me to this story. You seeI have been spending a good deal of timein my shop working to get ready for anupcoming trade show. My days have con-sisted of making museum quality repro-ductions and then packing them carefullyaway in their respective shipping boxes.

I remember looking into the mirror theother morning and thinking to myself that Iwas beginning to look like a bat. You know,a cave dwelling creature that doesn’t requireany light to live. I have been told that thisis one of the effects associated with cabinfever, so I decided that I would take a dayoff and visit the outside world, you know,try to soak up some ultra-violet rays… getme some vitamin D.

It was too cold to go to the shootingrange and a long range road trip was defi-nitely out of the question. So, I decided togo the gun show.

I made the announcement that I wouldbe leaving early to beat the crowd andhopefully find a few deals in the process.Now this is a modern gun show but I usu-ally find a few antiques that I can pick upfor a good price and work on then re-sell.

I piled into the van and made my way tothe Fairgrounds. Every man, women, andchild who had the most vague interest inhunting or shooting had turned out for theevent. I parked the car and as I walked intothe show I realized how bad the fever hadbeen for everyone, some worse than othersas it looked like the mountain men hadcome in from the hills!

Now I’m used to the compa-ny of rough types as there arenot many rougher than thosewho spend days or weeks liv-ing out in the wild, but let metell you that I usually have afew feet between me andthem. The meaning of, “Thegreat unwashed masses”never rang more true than onmy visit to the gun show.

I did not regret my decisionto leave my cabin and I hadanticipated the warmth of somany people being so close. Ihad dressed appropriately andI was enjoying myself. That’s

about the time I hit the, “prop-wash” of theguy in front of me. Apparently he hadenjoyed a lunch of what I can only imaginewas toxic waste. As my eyes watered andmy oxygen was cut off I decided to makemy way around the methane factory andget a breath of much needed air.

No luck, as I moved around him I washit by the fumes from the even biggermethane distributor and wondered if thefella I had just passed was stunned or deadand was not the original culprit. Thiswould continue to happen several timesthroughout the day and I was stunned andastounded by the smells and noises com-ing from the crowd.

I decided to pop a mint, grit and bear it.I wonder if the real reason for no smokingat the show is because one match couldcause a massive explosion! Is that whythe ceilings are so high?

Is it a good thing that they serve kiel-basa and kraut at the snack bar? Why notserve a side of baked beans or broccolisalad and kill everyone. Guns don’t killpeople, roughage does!

Needless to say, I escaped and thoroughlyenjoyed the event. My cabin fever wasrelieved and I am now back to normal. Ifthere was another show soon I would stillmake plans to go. To a Gun show that is.You see I have attended quilt and antiqueshows that must have been responsible forozone depletion and sounded like a calliopeconvention. I take a gas mask to thoseshows just in case.

Hope your cabin fever is better. Keepyour nose in the wind and your eyes alongthe skyline.

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Bethel Park Heritage Players NewsPerformances and Auditions Scheduled

Bethel Park Heritage Players present "The Merry Wives of Windsor" onFebruary 18, 19, 25 and 26 at 8:00 p.m., and February 20 and 27 at 2:00 p.m. atthe Bethel Park Community Center, 5151 Park Ave. Tickets are $10 Adults; $7Students/Seniors. Auditions will be held for "The Odd Couple" (Female) onFebruary 27 and 28 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Bethel Park Community Center.Cold readings, actors 30-60 for cast of 8. For more information, visit www.her-itageplayers.org or contact us at 412-831-6800 ext. 745.

Help Support Local Youth SportsUFAAA Seeking Sponsors for 2011 Season

The 2011 Union Finley Area Athletic Association (UFAAA) baseball and softball sea-sons are about to begin, and they are currently conducting their annual fundraising drive.

There are several basic methods from which to choose to support our boys and girls.You may wish to contribute as a TEAM SPONSOR for $200, a FIELD SPONSOR for$500, or both for $700. Also, donations from residents or businesses are welcomed inany amount.

TEAM SPONSORFull sponsorship of a team can be yours for only $200. Your business or organizationname will be placed on a team’s uniforms and you will receive a plaque at season’s endwith a picture of the team you sponsored. If you choose this method, please respondpromptly so that we may place our uniform orders in time for the start of the season.

FIELD SPONSORA separate donation of $500 will provide your buying two seasons of advertising. Youprovide the artwork which we will have placed on a 4’ x 8’ personalized sign displayedalong the fences of the St. Francis of Assisi ball fields located along Rt. 88. If you cur-rently have a sign displayed which is due for renewal and you would like to continueyour sponsorship, the cost will be $200 per season.Please make checks payable to UFAAA and mail by March 15, 2011 to:

Michele Gohacki, 5027 Gary Avenue, Finleyville, PA 15332Donations will be recognized throughout the year by prominent display of your busi-

ness name on opening day programs, concession stand communication boards and dis-played on our website. Your sponsorship will contribute greatly to a successful season forour young people and our community. In 2010 the UFAAA included 8 teams. On behalfof the youth of the Union Finley and surrounding area, I would like to thank you foryour past and future support. If you have any questions, please Michele Gohacki,UFAAA President, at 724-348-9168.

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Preserve Our Local HistoryLocal Historical Societies Seeking Old YearbooksThe Baldwin Historical Society and the Mifflin Township Historical Society would

appreciate any donations of high school yearbooks. Rather than tossing these outwith the trash, or dropping off at Goodwill, please consider donating them for pos-terity. Any and all donations would be gratefully accepted, by these non profitorganizations.

The Baldwin Historical Society, contact is Dolores Kirsch at 412-884-3013.Mifflin Township Historical Society contact is Jim Hartman 412-600-0229 or hart-manjw@comcast.net.

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Washington County Parks AcceptingReservations For 2011 Shelter Rentals

The Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is now accepting 2011shelter reservations for Mingo Creek, Ten Mile Creek and Cross Creek County Parks. ThePark and Recreation Office is located in Room 101 of the Washington County CourthouseSquare. Office hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Reservations will be accepted in person or by application through the mail. BeginningFebruary 1, reservations will also be accepted by phone with a credit card. Reservations areon a first come - first serve basis. Payment in full is due at the time of reservation. Permitapplications are available at the following locations:

• Bentleyville Library• Brownsville Municipal Building• Burgettstown Borough Building• California Borough Building• Canonsburg Borough Building• Curtis Pharmacy, Claysville• Charleroi Chamber of Commerce• Cross Creek Township Building• Donora Borough Building• Agway, Eighty - Four• Giant Eagle, Finleyville• Ten Mile Junction, Fredericktown• McDonald Borough Building• Monongahela Borough Building• Peters Township Municipal Building• Washington County Tourism Promotion AgencyWashington County Shelter Permit Applications are also available on-line in a PDF for-

mat at www.co.washington.pa.us. Locate the menu on the left of the page, go to depart-ments, scroll to Parks & Recreation and click on downloads and then Shelter PermitApplication to print an application.

If you would like more information, please contact the Washington County Departmentof Parks and Recreation at 724-228-6867.

Big Band Dinner Dance Slated For March 26

The Steel Valley Rotary Club will present the 11th Big Band Dinner Dance fea-turing the 18 Piece Graham Grubb Orchestra on Saturday, March 26 at theWestwood Country Club. The general public is invited. The doors will open at5:00 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. Dancing to the nostalgic melodies of the Big BandEra commences at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are priced at a very affordable $40 per per-son and are available now by calling Jack Seckel at 412-655-7500 ext. 338.Reservations suggested. In addition to the band and dinner, a silent auction and50/50 drawing will be held with all proceeds going to fund various public serv-ice organizations in the Steel Valley area. Your support would be appreciated.

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Cedar Creek Station in Rostraver Township Seeks Concessionaire

The Westmoreland County Bureau of Parks and Recreation is seeking a qualified andcompetent concessionaire to operate “Cedar Creek Station,” a concession building locatedin Cedar Creek County Park in Rostraver Township. The concession building is located onthe Youghiogheny River Trail portion of the Great Allegheny Passage Trail.

If you are interested in submitting a proposal to operate Cedar Creek Station, you mayobtain the Request for Proposal (RFP) by contacting Dan Carpenter, Westmoreland CountyParks Program Coordinator, at 724-830-3962 or via e-mail at dcarpent@co.westmore-land.pa.ua. The RFP can also be downloaded online at www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks.

The RFP contains detailed information relating to submitting a proposal including spe-cific requirements, the organization of the proposal, and proposal evaluation criteria.

Sealed proposals (two copies), marked “Cedar Creek Station”, must be received by DanCarpenter, Program Coordinator, at the Westmoreland County Department of PublicWorks in Greensburg, PA, no later than 3 p.m. on Friday, February 18. If mailed, the pro-posal should be addressed to Dan Carpenter, Program Coordinator, Westmoreland CountyBureau of Parks and Recreation, 194 Donohoe Rd., Greensburg, PA 15601.

Dance the Night Away in FinleyvilleValentine’s Dinner Dance at St. Francis of Assisi

A Valentines Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday, February 12, 2011 at SaintFrancis of Assisi Parish – Finley Hall, in Finleyville. Dinner – 7:00 pm, and Dance – 8:00pm. Cost is $25 per person. Food will be provided by “Good to Go.” Beer, pop, andcoffee included BYOB. Sponsored by the Columbiettes and the Knights of Columbus.For Tickets Call Kathy at 724-348-0504 or the Rectory at 724-348-7145.

Sons of the Legion Post 760 in BethelPark Hosts Army/Navy Game

The Sons of the Legion Post 760 in Bethel Park recently hosted their annualArmy/Navy game. It was another huge success. Tickets were $10 and included foodand beverages as well as a chance to win a 46” flat screen TV. The commander ofthe Sons, Chuck Moore would like to thank all those who volunteered and madethe game another success. Hope to see all of you again next year.

The Sons raised enough money to donate $500 worth of gift cards overseas to thetroops. The gift cards will allow soldiers to purchase anything they might needwhile serving.

Mark Your CalendarsFinleyville Pub Crawl Slated for March 12

The 2011 Annual Finleyville Pub Crawl will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2011starting at 8:00PM. T-shirt orders are being taken now at the following locations:

• The Hunting Lodge• Badlands• Roys by the Tracks• American Legion Post 613 • Finleyville Moose • Peters Creek Pub• Hackett ClubT-shirt price is $10 per shirt payable upon order. Bus shuttle service will be available the

night of the crawl to all establishments outside of Finleyville downtown area. For furtherinformation or questions, please contact any of the above establishments.

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By Paul Chasko

The monthly meeting of the Ringgold School Board was held on Wednesday, January 19,2011. All Ringgold School Board members were present at the regular meeting as was theSuperintendent, Secretary/Treasurer, Solicitor and several members of the administration.This was school board recognition night and Superintendent Gary Hamilton thanked allboard members for their service on the board.

As stated in an earlier meeting, two options previously discussed with regards to schoolconstruction would be re-examined as to cost–effectiveness. One is the renovation of theexisting Ringgold Middle School and the second is the construction of a new building inclose proximity to the existing high school which would become either the new high schoolor a new middle school creating a campus-type arrangement of buildings. Renovation ofthe existing Middle School would entail removal of the pyrite substrate from beneath theschool and making necessary repairs to the Building foundation.

At the January 19 meeting Mr. Thomas Caudill addressed the board and left with them arecommendation signed by council members of the City of Monongahela to use the exist-ing Monongahela Elementary Center Building as the new Ringgold Middle School. Theirrecommendation reminds board members that the building has 70,000 square feet of use-able space including a gymnasium with seating, a cafeteria, kitchen and auditorium. The

building was previously used as both a high school and middle school and will becomevacant next fall with the completion of the Ringgold Elementary School South (RESS) inCarroll Township. Their recommendation listed other perceived advantages, one of thebiggest being not to create a vacant structure burden on the school district.

For the past several monthly meetings, the board has listened to taxpayers arguing for therenovation and use of existing buildings rather than going to new construction. There hasnot been a single resident heard at the board meetings favoring new construction. To statethe obvious, the board must satisfy themselves and the taxpayers that extensive renovationto existing buildings is not the most cost-effective long-term solution for the school district.Only then, can they select the best option for building and move ahead. Delays in makingthe necessary decisions are expensive. Payment to the architects for further examination ofoptions is already in excess of $ 26,000.

For further details and additional agenda items discussed at this meeting, please visit our website www.unionfinley.com and search under "Ringgold"

Ringgold School Board MeetingMon Council Recommends Using Existing Monongahela Elementary Center as New Middle School

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Lewis & Clark National Heritage TrailsFoundation Announces Upcoming TripsThe Monongahela River Chapter of the Lewis & Clark National Heritage Trails

Foundation is sponsoring the following upcoming trips. February 8, 2011 - Rivers Casino. Cost of $31 includes transportation, a $15 bonus,

and $5 food voucher. Leave Elizabeth Fire Hall at 4 pm and leave the Casino at 10 pm.Feb 13, 2011 - Rosemary Clooney Special, Ligonier, PA. Bus leaves Elizabeth Fire Hall

at 10:30 AM. Cost of $71 nuclides transportation, brunch, reserved seating, and a visitto the famous Ligonier Pie Shoppe

March 26, 2011 - Meyersdale Maple Festival. Pick up and drop off at Elizabeth FireHall. Cost of $75 includes transportation, breakfast, dinner, entertainment, and admis-sion to the Festival.

For additional information or reservations, please phone 412-384-9669

Civil War Book Group to Meet in Monongahela

In honor of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the Monongahela AreaLibrary will hold a “Read About It!” book group beginning in late February.

The program is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Humanities Council as part ofthe mission of lifelong learning offered by libraries. More than 200 libraries inthe commonwealth have participated in the program since its inception in 2000,although this will be the first time the Monongahela Area Library has hosted a“Read About It!” program.

“We’re very excited to host this group,” noted library director Elina Filander.“We’re in an area steeped in history and this group will tap not only that, butalso the drama, imagery and color of great fiction.”

The group will read four novels set during the Civil War and discuss the fic-tional versus the factual elements of the books, as well as the works themselves.Leading the discussions will be Scott Frederick, a longtime Social Studiesteacher in the Ringgold School District, and a Civil War buff.

The first book to be discussed is “Killer Angels,” by Michael Shaara. Othersslated include “Coal Black Horse,” by Robert Olmstead, “The March” by E. L.Doctrow, and “Lincoln” by Gore Vidal.

The first meeting will be Thursday, February 24 at 7 p.m. Copies of the firstbook are available upon registration. Registration forms are available at theMonongahela Area Library which is located at 813 W. Main Street. There is nocost associated with the program and it is open to residents of other communi-ties other than the library’s direct service area.

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

Publishing’s book Bethel Park, part of their popular "Images of America" book series.Bethel Park explores the rich history of the community with historical photographs andnarratives. Authored by Bethel Park resident Kristen Normile, the book covers Bethel’s ori-gins, founding families, long-standing businesses, neighborhoods and its rise to becomethe largest populated suburb of Allegheny County. Bethel Park will be available onFebruary 14 and will be sold locally at places like Evey’s True Value Hardware, the BethelPark Community Center, the Bethel Park Library and Bethel Bakery, as well as at nation-al book retailers like Barnes and Noble, Borders and Amazon.com. A community-widebook launch will be held at the Community Center in the spring for all Bethel Park resi-dents. This event gives everyone a chance to view some of the unpublished pictures, heara story or two from local historians and purchase a book.

The proceeds for these and other local sales will benefit the Bethel Park CommunityFoundation.

Details of all birthday events and activities will be announced throughout the yearthough local media. Keep your eyes and ears open for lots of great ways to celebrate BethelPark and the amazing people who live here.

Bethel Park 125th Birthday(COVER STORY, Continued from page 1)

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By Ken Askew

The Monongahela Police Departmentreported that 66,659 miles were logged ontheir five police cruisers during 2010.Within their jurisdiction of Monongahela,New Eagle, and Finleyville combined, therewere 5,432 calls made to the police, result-ing in 50 different categories of 3,826offenses. Shown below are the most andleast common categories, and the respectivenumber of offenses registered:

TOP TEN OFFENSES:

630 Traffic Stops354 Assist Other Agency309 Disturbance 230 Suspicious Activity227 Alarms207 Fire Calls196 Ordinance Calls163 Thefts145 Miscellaneous117 Harassment

BOTTOM TEN OFFENSES:

6 Attempted Break-in5 Robbery4 Abandoned Vehicle4 Liquor Laws4 Sex Offenses3 Forgery3 Counterfeit Money2 Cruelty to Animals2 Medical Emergency1 Home Invasion

Police investigated 223 traffic accidents;there were no fatalities.

There were 361 Criminal Arrests in 47categories; some are listed as follows:

TOP TEN CRIMINAL ARRESTS:

68 Driving Under the Influence38 Simple Assault37 Harassment – Stalking16 Theft by Unlawful Taking15 Domestic Violence14 Reckless Endangering14 Criminal Conspiracy13 Aggravated Assault10 Firearms Violation10 Terroristic Threats

Only one Criminal Arrest was made ineach of the following categories: Failure toComply with Registration of SexualOffenders; Dealing in Proceeds of UnlawfulActivities; False Report to LawEnforcement; Theft by Deception; Loiteringand Prowling at Night; Unlawful Contact;Access Device Fraud; Prostitution; Arson;Risking a Catastrophe; Indecent Assault;Flight to Avoid Apprehension; andObstruction of Law.

Lastly, 212 Non-traffic Citations wereissued as shown below:

95 Disorderly Conduct45 Public Drunkenness32 Ordinance Violation18 Criminal Mischief12 Retail Theft8 Underage Drinking2 Curfew Violations

Monongahela Police Release AnnualCrime Statistics Report for 2010

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Delinquent Garbage Bill Holders Put on Notice in Peters Township

By J.R. Brower

If you live in Peters Township, and your unpaid garbage bill accumulates past$1,000, you make get a visit from the county sheriff’s office informing you thatyour house is going to be put up for sheriff’s sale. Such was warning made byPeters Township Council at their January 3, 2011 meeting.

It appears that the problem of unpaid garbage bills has escalated in the pastyear to the point that township taxpayers are bearing the brunt of the addedexpenses that result from the problem. New Council Chairman Robert Atkisonsaid that the township pays Waste Management to pick up trash and recyclables,then the township in turn bills residents. The company will continue to makepickups whether or not residents pay on time, since they are contracted throughthe township. So ultimately, the township and its taxpayers are being short-changed when garbage bills go delinquent.

According to Township Manager Michael Silvestri, a total of $24,567 is owedthe township for 76 homes currently liened as a result of unpaid quarterlygarbage collection fees of $46.50 each. Four of those 76 delinquent bills are formore than $1,000.

Council agreed wholeheartedly that those residents with the unpaid bills of$1,000 + will be the first ones that will soon face legal action.

Mon Valley Progress Council

Adopts New Mission Statement

The January 7, 2011 Mon Valley ProgressCouncil annual business meeting includedthe reappointment of John Easoz as presi-dent and the election of other officers andboard members. A revised mission andgoals statement was also adopted at theJanuary 7 meeting. The statement is intentto reflect a more focused and responsiveeffort to address economic challenges in theMid Mon Valley.

MissionTo be a highly responsive, proactive and

innovative business-led organization thatcontributes toward the improvement of eco-nomic conditions and quality of life in theMid Mon Valley.

GoalsChampion a local and regional trans-

portation system that efficiently connectscommunities and people with employmentcenters and area firms with markets andsupply sources

Support the development of a diverseeconomic base with unemployment levelsno greater than the national rate

Provide assistance to develop a workforcethat meets the requirements of local firmsand is an asset for the attraction of newfirms to the region

Foster programs that establish viable localcommunities that support a stable to grow-ing population base

Uniontown Section of Mon

Valley/Fayette Expressway Opens

A $72 million section of a Mon/FayetteExpressway interchange in Fayette Countyconnecting Routes 119 and 51 to Toll Road43 was completed on December 13.

The interchange is part of a series ofExpressway projects underway in FayetteCounty that, when completed in summer of1212, will result in 60 miles of continuousExpressway from I-68 in West Virginia toRoute 51 in Jefferson Hills in AlleghenyCounty.

Progress Council’s Executive Director andcoordinator of the Expressway PartnershipInitiative called the progress “A remarkabletribute to community leadership. TheExpressway project truly exemplifies theresults of dedicated community involve-ment”. Kirk also noted that much work stillneeds to be done to complete the northernsection of the Expressway project inAllegheny County.

Other Progress HighlightsSmart Government Initiative sponsors thefirst-ever municipal secretaries forum onNovember 16 – A Smart Government spon-sored first meeting of municipal secretariesyields positive results and interest in coop-erative efforts.

Progress Council supports PHIA call toaddress the transportation funding crisisat November 23 statewide press confer-ences – Former PA Highway InformationAssociation (PHIA) president and MVPCexecutive director Joe Kirk joined withother community and businesses leaders onNovember 23 for a series of PHIA-spon-sored press conferences throughout thestate drawing attention to the transporta-tion funding crisis facing Pennsylvania.

The Mon Valley Progress Council is located at 435 Donner Avenue, Monessen,

PA 15052. For questions or additionalinformation, they can be reached at 724-684-3381, or on their website:

www.monvalleyprogress.org

Mon Valley Progress Council News

Washington Women’s Shelter Provides Support and Services for

Domestic Violence Victims Are you in an unhealthy relationship? Do you need to talk to someone about

it? If so, Washington Women’s Shelter, Inc. can help. We offer a weekly supportgroup held in confidential location so that you feel safe.

We also provide education and training programs for groups, schools, busi-nesses and religious organizations. We will tailor our programs to fit your needs.Contact us at 724-223-5477 to schedule your presentation.

Washington Women’s Shelter offers safe shelter and support services that arefree and confidential. To find out more, call 724-223-9190 or 1-800-791-4000 24hours a day, 7 days a week. In Greene County call 724-852-2463.

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Waynesburg University Graduates First Nursing Class From MVH

Last year Waynesburg University began offering a RN to BSN nursing degree on the cam-pus of Monongahela Valley Hospital. The 13-month blended program in Carroll Townshipwas designed for convenience to working adults. The first graduating class comprised total-ly of RNs working at Monongahela Valley Hospital, have completed the program and arenow Registered Nurses with Bachelor of Science degrees in Nursing.

“It was the first time we have provided this type of program for RNs right at the hospi-tal,” said Susan Campus, MVH’s Nurse Educator. “This program is open to any RN, evenif he or she works elsewhere. It is a huge benefit to those who live in the area,” she said.

Designed with the working adult in mind, Waynesburg University’s 13-month RN to BSNprogram offers convenience and flexibility. Classes are held on Tuesday from 6 - 10 p.m.with classes on the hospital campus for the duration of the 13-month program. The indi-vidual classes within the program are approximately five weeks in length and offered backto back as opposed to the concurrent way most colleges offer multiple courses.

Penny Wright, now an RN and a MVH Infection Prevention nurse, experience the bene-fits of the program. “The RN to BSN program offered at the hospital was what I had beenlooking for to complete my BSN,” she said. “I started working on my BSN more than 25years ago. No other program that I looked into was organized to be completed in 13 monthsand the location on the Monongahela Valley Hospital campus also was attractive to me.”

The RN to BSN program is also offered at Southpointe Center in Washington County andelsewhere. For more information, call 1-888-481-6029 or visit www.waynesburg.edu.

The recent RN to BSN graduates from Waynesburg University are: Front Row (L to R): LorraineDamich, RN, BSN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, seated with Miranda Chapman, MBA, BS; RN TOBSN Program Coordinator, Waynesburg University. Back Row (L to R): Penny Wright, RN, BSN (left),Infection Prevention; Jayne Bright, RN, BSN, Behavioral Health; Marnie Nicklow, RN, BSN, 6-EastNursing Unit; Lisa Atkinson, RN, BSN, Special Procedures/Medical Imaging.

Food and Friends is Moving to Thomas Presbyterian Church

Service Provides Free Meals for Families and Individuals

On Thursday, February 3, Food and Friends will be moving to its new loca-tion at 1068 Linden Road (Thomas Presbyterian Church). Free meals for fam-ilies and individuals are served from 5:00-6:30 p.m. the first and thirdThursday each month in the Christian Life Center Bldg. A mission of PetersCreek United Presbyterian Church in partnership with Thomas PresbyterianChurch. In the event of inclement weather, contact Patti at 724-941-6609 tosee if the meal will be served.

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By Paul Chasko

The venerable old building on thecorner of Washington Avenue andExtension Street in Finleyville hasbeen resurrected as a public meetingplace, a historical repository andreminder of the community’s pasthistory.

Dignitaries, residents and thosewho had an active role in this revi-talization project gathered onJanuary 5, 2011 to celebrate the ded-ication of the Finleyville BoroughBuilding. It most likely was not thefirst “ribbon cutting” held at thisbuilding, as it has seen several open-ings in its over 100 year old history.The Mayor and Council Presidentthanked the other members of the"Renovation Committee” (LenMarraccini, Carl Kelly, ScottCrayton and Joe Benedetti) whohelped achieve the projects comple-tion.

On hand for the ceremony were: Washington CountyCommissioners Larry Maggi and Bracken Burns, a rep-resentative from Commissioner Diana Irey-Vaughan,PA State Representative (District 39) Rick Saccone,RACW Executive Director Bill McGowen and a repre-sentative of PA State Senator Tim Solobay. They voicedtheir congratulations to the Borough for a job well done.

The project was funded jointly through a $90,500grant (Pa Dept. of Community and EconomicDevelopment Local Share Account Program) and$40,000 by the Borough of Finleyville. The grant fundswere distributed by the Redevelopment Authority of theCounty of Washington (RACW) who assisted theBorough in the project. The repeated theme fromspeakers was that this was a worthy project that pre-serves a piece of area history while providing a usefulcommunity resource.

Also on hand were Finleyville Mayor Kutsek,Finleyville Council President Tim Kegel, Council Vicepresident Irene Allridge, several members of Council and quite a few residents. Mr. HarryMaple (project engineer) and Mr. Ray Preffer (Prime contractor) and several members ofhis family were present as well. Mr. Preffer acting on a suggestion by his wife Linda pre-sented the Borough with a beautiful framed print of George Washington at Valley Forge thatnow hangs in the meeting room.

Also present at the dedication was Monongahela Police Chief Brian Tempest who wasseen checking out the new police substation at the rear of the building that will be used byhis officers while providing police protection to Finleyville Borough under contract. Themain meeting room on the first floor will eventually be a local history center. Many of theold area photos, which will become part of the historic collection, were already on displayat the dedication. The first Council meeting in the new meeting room was scheduled to beheld that evening.

The newly renovated Finleyville Borough Building at thecorner of Washington Avenue and Extension Street

Finleyville Council President Tim Kegel and Police Chief Brian Tempest in the

new Council meeting room.

Mayor Kutsek conveys his thanksto a long list of folks who assisted

in the renovation project.

FinleyvilleCelebratesBoroughBuilding

Completion

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"Night at the Races" Event Set for April 16 in New Eagle

The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce and New Eagle VFD LadiesAuxiliary will hold "Night at the Races" on Saturday, April 16 at the New Eagle VFDSocial Hall. Doors open at 5:30, dinner at 6:00, races start at 7:00. Free beer, BYOB,free food. Entrance fee is $10; horse cost $10; bet cost $2.00. Chinese auction, tipboards, small games of chance. All proceeds benefit Monongahela Area Chamber ofCommerce and New Eagle VFD Ladies Auxiliary. For more information, call 724-258-5919.

Needle and Yarn Craft WorkshopThe Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is offer-

ing a Needle and Yarn Craft Workshop on Wednesday, February 9. Theworkshop will take place at 10:00 a.m. at the Citizens Library, inWashington. This months craft project is a no sew fabric scarf. All sup-plies will be provided. Please bring along a pair of scissors. Refreshmentswill be provided.

Registration is required and can be made by calling the WashingtonCounty Department of Parks and Recreation Office at (724) 228-6867.The Citizens Library is located at 55 South College St., Washington, PA.

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Saint Francis of Assisi Blood Drive Set for March 2

St. Francis of Assisi Church in Finleyville willhost a blood drive on Wednesday, March 2,2011 from 1:00 pm to 6:30 pm. The blooddrive will be held in St. Francis of Assisi –Finley Hall located at 3609 Washington Avenuein Finleyville, just off Route 88 across the park-ing lot from the new church To schedule yourlife-saving appointment, Please call MaryMorrow at 724-348-5664. Walk-ins will bewelcomed.

Please bring ID withyou on the day of the blood drive.Proper ID is required to donateblood. A Central Blood Bank or

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If you read my last “Road Less Traveled” article,you probably know that I had visited theWashington County Fair Grounds recently.

While there, I took notice of a great old building thatis half cut stone and half red brick.

After further examination I found it was the JohnWhite House. It is also the future home of theWashington County History and LandmarksFoundation after the renovation is finished some-time this year. I have attended different functions at

the fairgrounds inthe past and reallynever noticed thehouse until my lastvisit.

It would be quiteeasy to mistake thebuilding for twostructures as half isstone and the otheris brick. Both

unusual to say the least, but building materials in this areawere pretty straight forward. You had a choice of sawedboard, stone, and brick.

The White family owned a Gristmill and produced,“John White Superfine Flour.” The family sold it to thegristmill operators in 1845, the brick addition was added in1860, and the mill was raised in 1980.

I talked to the contact person listed on the website,Sandy Mansmann who told me the building was being ren-ovated and the offices of the Landmarks Foundation wouldreside there.

It’s a funny thing because that building has been servingthe residents of Washington County in one capacity oranother for many years. First as a mill, then headquarters,and finally as the home of History and Landmarks.

After the renovations are finished you can visit, tour, andlearn some local history. This is one of those places you canvisit and appreciate one of these old giants. If you go to theHistory and Landmarks website, you can get an idea oftheir upcoming schedule and find out more about otherplaces you can visit www.washcolandmarks.com

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Brawdy Recognized asCENTURY 21 Frontier Realty

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CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty is extremely proud torecognize Ellen Brawdy's accomplishments as ourtop producer for the year 2010 in our Finleyvilleoffice! Her dedication and honesty have given herclients the competitive edge in a very competitivemarket during a very challenging year.Congratulations to Ellen for her continued success!

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New Meeting Location For The SouthHills Friends of the Montour Trail

The South HillsFriends of the MontourTrail is a group of indi-viduals interested in themaintenance, improve-ment and promotion of11 miles of MontourTrail from Library(Milepost 35.3) toClairton (Milepost46.3). BeginningFebruary 9, 2011 meet-ings of the Friends aremoving to the SouthPark TownshipCommunity Room,located behind theTownship offices at 2675 Brownsville Road in South Park. Regular meetings of theFriends group are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. TheFebruary 2011 meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 9 and the March 2011

meeting will be held on March 9. Individuals interested in theMontour Trail are encouraged to attend.

Additional information concerning the trail maybe obtained on the Montour Trail website atwww.montourtrail.org. Activities concerning theentire Montour Trail and links to the sites of other

western Pennsylvania trails are also posted on the web site.

South Hills Friends volunteers taking time from clearing vegetationfrom the Library Trestle on January 8 for a group photo. The workparty is an annual event to remove vegetation shading the trestle, in

order to reduce corrosion of the bridge structure.

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BOZIC – Joseph L, 68., of Monongahela diedSaturday December 18. Arrangements underdirection of Marra Funeral Home inMonongahela.

BRAUN – William C, 59., of Pleasant Hills diedTuesday January 18. Arrangements underdirection of Stephen Slater Funeral Home inJefferson Hills.

BUELL – Harry Lee, 83., of Carroll Townshipdied Sunday December 19. Arrangementsunder direction of Frye Funeral Home inMonongahela.

CARPETA – Reda M, 84., of Finleyville diedFriday December 17. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

COREY – Marie E, 89., of Charleroi diedTuesday November 30. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

DELMASTRO – Joseph L, 84., of Monongaheladied Sunday December 12. Arrangementsunder direction of Marra Funeral Home inMonongahela.

DOUGLAS – Richard R, 57., of Finleyville diedWednesday January 5. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

DUNKERTON – Gail Eileen, 71., ofMonongahela died Saturday December 11.Arrangements under direction of Frye FuneralHome in Monongahela.

FETCHKO – Delores, 89., of Finleyville diedFriday December 10. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

GHILANI – Paul E, 69., of Finleyville diedTuesday December 14. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

GILMER – Marsha R, 60., of Charleroi diedWednesday December 1. Arrangements under

direction of Marra Funeral Home inMonongahela.

GRECO – Della I, 93., of Monongahela diedSaturday December 25. Arrangements underdirection of Marra Funeral Home inMonongahela.

GRICAR – Edward William, 82., of FallowfieldTownship died Tuesday December 21.Arrangements under direction of Frye FuneralHome in Monongahela.

HEYES – Gordon H, 88., of Monongahela diedThursday December 2. Arrangements underdirection of Frye Funeral Home inMonongahela.

INGRAM – Charles Eugene, 76., ofMonongahela died Wednesday December 29.Arrangements under direction of Frye FuneralHome in Monongahela.

JACOBS – William “Billy” III, 42., of ForwardTownship died Wednesday January 5.Arrangements under direction of StephenSlater Funeral Home in Jefferson Hills.

JURY – Michael S, 58., of Finleyville diedTuesday January 18. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

KASH – Edward, of Bethel Park died TuesdayDecember 28. Arrangements under directionof William A. Bautz Funeral Home in NewEagle.

KEVECH – Andrew S, 59., of CarrollTownship died Wednesday December 22.Arrangements under direction of MarraFuneral Home in Monongahela.

KLINGENSMITH – Edward J Jr, 70., ofClarion died Wednesday October 20.Arrangements under direction of KegelFuneral Home in Finleyville.

KOKLADAS – Mary V, 60., of Finleyville diedSunday November 28. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

KORZINSKI – Lewis, 86., of Carroll Townshipdied Thursday December 23. Arrangementsunder direction of Frye Funeral Home inMonongahela.

LEONI – Ethel M, 68., of FallowfieldTownship died Wednesday December 22.Arrangements under direction of Frye FuneralHome in Monongahela.

MARRACCINI – Marie B, 90., of New Eagledied Wednesday November 24. Arrangementsunder direction of Marra Funeral Home inMonongahela.

MCDONALD – Orson A, 83., of ForwardTownship died Monday December 13.Arrangements under direction of MarraFuneral Home in Monongahela.

MCNULTY – Helen, 88., of New Eagle diedSaturday December 11. Arrangements underdirection of Marra Funeral Home inMonongahela.

MORGAN – Viola Barbara, 75., of FallowfieldTownship died Sunday December 5.Arrangements under direction of Frye FuneralHome in Monongahela.

MURRAY – Ronald Harvey, 73., ofMonongahela died Monday December 6.Arrangements under direction of Frye FuneralHome in Monongahela.

NOVISEL – Gloria J (MOON), 75., ofMonongahela died Sunday December 12.Arrangements under direction of MarraFuneral Home in Monongahela.

PARASOLICK – Deanne L, 45., ofMonongahela died Wednesday December 8.Arrangements under direction of MarraFuneral Home in Monongahela.

PARASOLICK – Joseph P, 71., of Monongaheladied Monday December 20. Arrangementsunder direction of Marra Funeral Home inMonongahela.

POLAK – Therese Ann, 66., of CarrollTownship died Monday December 6.Arrangements under direction of Frye FuneralHome in Monongahela.

PRYOR – Lydia C, 85., of Eighty Four diedThursday December 30. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

SEFOLT – Louis Ray, 78., of Finleyville diedTuesday January 4. Arrangements under direc-tion of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

SHANKS – Dorothea Mea, 85., of Dallas, Texasdied October 28. Arrangements under direc-tion of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.

SIRCAK – Alice F, 83., of Finleyville diedTuesday November 23. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

STEFAN – Erica Alexandria, 15., of Smithtondied Sunday December 5. Arrangements underdirection of Frye Funeral Home inMonongahela.

VANDERSLICE – George W, 74., of EightyFour died Wednesday January 12.Arrangements under direction of KegelFuneral Home in Finleyville.

VANVOORHIS – Wilbur R, 87., of Finleyvilledied Sunday January 2. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

WALL – Annabelle, 83., of Monongahela diedWednesday December 1. Arrangements underdirection of Frye Funeral Home inMonongahela.

WARRINGTON – James J Jr, 65., of Finleyvilledied Saturday January 8. Arrangements underdirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

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By Paul Chasko

Several items on the agenda for the January 10 Union Township (UT) meeting wereindicative of the beginning of gas well drilling activity in Union Township byChesapeake Energy.

The UT Board scheduled a Conditional Use Hearing for Chesapeake on January 24 at7:00 pm and they also announced Chesapeake’s request for a modification to DrillingPad A on the Trax Farm property where they’re preparing a cleared pad for drilling intothe Marcellus shale deposits for natural gas. In addition, UT has received notificationfrom the DEP that Chesapeake has made application to pump water from theMonongahela River at Courtney to be used in their drilling operations in the area. Itwas unclear at the meeting if their intent was to use trucks to move the water to adrilling site or to run water lines through UT. To date, no applications for permits forpiping right-of-ways have been made to UT by Chesapeake so the assumption is thatthey intend to move the water using tanker trucks.

All Supervisors were present at the January 10 meeting as was the Solicitor,Secretary/Treasurer, the UT Engineer and the Zoning and Code Enforcement Officers.Minutes were reviewed and approved by the board for three prior meetings held –December 13, December 27 and January 3. All ordinances have been re-enacted and the2011 budget has been adopted without an increase in UT taxes.

A letter was received from the Washington County Planning Commission requestingthat UT re-issue a grading permit for the preparation of a nursery business (UnionGardens) on McChain Road. The owner and contractor have been notified that theyhave exceeded the scope of the existing permit. The owner will issue a revised plan.

UT Gears Up For Natural Gas DrillingChesapeake Energy Active in Union Township

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By Alice Harris

The December 28, 2010 meeting of Elizabeth Borough Council opened with theApproval of Minutes (November), and the Payment of Bills (Daniel Lacaba $3,000,Keystone $800, M & M police uniform reimbursement $894, police $200, lighting $427).

A lean no-frills 2011 Budget of $703,461.00 was approved, reflecting 0% tax increasefor the Borough. The current percentage is 8 mills. Council President Monica Douglasthanked and commended Council for its hard work to achieve a workable Budget.

In Other Business: • The TAN (Tax Anticipation Note) Resolution for 2011in the amount of $60,000 at

2.50% interest was approved.

• The Building Inspector Report, stated 2 permits were issued for the month ofDecember, one being a sub-shop at the BP Station.

• Councilwoman Robin Miller announced the Borough will receive 20 newNeighborhood Watch Signs. Miller was also approved as Local Coordinator to final-ized paperwork to finish off the DCNR grant for Duke Park.

• Although premature, the Borough should receive a $30,000 grant from AlleghenyCo. Economic Development to be used for zoning.

• Monica Douglas extended appreciation to all the businesses and volunteers whomade Elizabeth's Light Up a great success.

• Monica Douglas thanked incoming representatives Tim Solobay and RickSaccone formeeting with Council prior to taking their seats. Although Elizabeth Borough maybe tiny, it wants to stay noticed.

• The Borough's refuse contract with County Hauling expires at the end of April 2011.Council approved the motion to advertise for garbage collection service.

• Council and guests adjourned to the Senior Center for a Holiday Party.

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Monongahela Council Wants to Sell Excess City Property

By Ken Askew

The monthly meeting of the Monongahela City Council on January 12, 2011 was movedup to start at 6:00 PM instead of the usual 7:00 PM, so members of Council could attend ameeting at Ringgold High School—also scheduled for that date (although the Ringgoldmeeting was eventually cancelled due to snow). No members of the public were at theCouncil meeting to speak during the public forum section.

Councilwoman Claudia Williams stated that past advertisements to sell excess City prop-erty have been met with mixed success. She felt that sometimes potential buyers were notprepared to submit a bid within the established 30-day time frame, and that some of thetracts are less than full-size, so only the adjacent property owner would likely be interest-ed--just as a small extension to their currently-owned property. Instead, she recommend-ed that a permanent list of available properties be available, so that the land can be soldwhen buyers are ready. The Solicitor will explore the feasibility of the idea.

All five members of Council met with representatives of the Pennsylvania Department ofTransportation (PennDOT ) regarding the continuing effort to resolve the issue of replace-ment of a guide rail at 1042 4th Street. Council now recommends that the homeowner atthat address should have a guide rail erected on his own property, rather than PennDOTplacing one on the bordering City property. Additionally, a street light should be installed,reflective stripes should be placed on poles along the curve, and reflective paint on thepavement should be used to better define the curve for motorists.

In other business:• As an adjunct to the above meeting, PennDOT also tentatively agreed to consult with

the City prior to its’ next decision to repave or tar and chip Monongahela streets.• Council will submit another application for gaming revenue funds for the Aquatorium

project.• Mayor Bob Kepics announced that he will call for a public meeting later in January of

business owners in Monongahela, to strategize how to attract more businesses to theCity.

• Residents were reminded that new snow must be cleared within 24 hours, and thatsnow should not be shoveled onto public streets.

By Ken Askew

As the result of an annual vote by the New Eagle Volunteer Fire Department members,Paul Pro was chosen to serve as the Fire Chief for another year; New Eagle Council rati-fied the choice at their monthly Council meeting on January 4, 2011.

Chas Fine announced that the fire department will pursue hosting the annualWashington County Firefighters Convention in New Eagle this year, in recognition of NewEagle Borough’s Centennial celebration. They plan to close a 3-block section of ChessStreet to conduct a street fair on a weekend in July or August 2011. The event will likelyattract about 100 fire trucks and their respective firefighters.

Jason Jaki has asked for a 100-foot easement at the intersection of 2nd Avenue and WoodStreet, so he can have a water line installed to his nearby property. Since Solicitor Berggrenwas absent from the meeting, Jaki’s request was deferred.

HDR Engineering offered to continue their engineering services to the Borough at thesame rate as was charged for the last six years; Council approved it.

President Jack Fine stated that he has been accused of “hiding” overdue garbage collec-tion bills of some residents. Consequently, he will publicly post the names of all overduecustomers on the interior wall of the Borough building. The list will contain over 120names, who collectively owe about $14K.

Council acknowledged that garbage was not picked up in a timely manner on the firstpick-up date of the new year. The vendor had a misunderstanding of the contract, but nowis clear that the collection will be accomplished between the hours of 6:00 AM to 7:00 PMon Mondays.

Mayor Glenn Petticord warned that the Code Enforcement Officer will be watching forordinance violations such as rain gutters that empty onto a neighboring property, andburning materials outside of the designated hours of 7-11:00 AM on Wednesdays anddawn-to-dusk on Saturdays. Violators will be fined.

There were 1,029 calls to the police from New Eagle Borough in 2010.

New Eagle Borough Plans Centennial Celebration

Street Fair to be Scheduled in Summer 2011

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Historical Societies Looking for Year Book Donations

The Baldwin Historical Society (as well as The Mifflin TownshipHist. Society) would appreciate any donations of high school year-books, instead of Goodwill or the trash, Donate them for posterity.Any & all donations would be gratefully accepted, by these non prof-it organizations. Baldwin Historical Society, contact is DoloresKirsch at 412-884-3013. Mifflin Township Historical Society Contactis Jim Hartman 412-600-0229 or hartmanjw@comcast.net

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South Park Township Supervisors Get an Earful From ResidentsSkate Board Park and Gas Drilling Ordinance Hot Button IssuesBy Ken Askew

The South Park Township Board of Supervisors held a Public Hearing on January 10,2011 to take oral or written testimony regarding Ordinance No. 653, vacating a portionof Sleepy Hollow Road. Since no residents attended the 6:30 PM meeting, it was quick-ly convened and adjourned within less than two minutes.

Following the Public Hearing, the Supervisors conducted their regular monthly meet-ing, commencing at 7:00 PM, with 31 guests in attendance. At the meeting, they wereaccused by angry and frustrated residents of exercising both too restrictive and notrestrictive enough control of the Township.

First up to speak during the public forum was a multiple-generation family and theirattorney. The parents have lived in South Park Township since 1949, and own a 13-acretract. One of their sons owns an adjacent 9 acres. They complained that proposedOrdinance No. 652 allows Marcellus Shale gas deep-well drilling only in zoning districtsI-1, I-2, and B-P. Since their property is located in a C-4 district, they are prevented fromleasing their property to a gas well drilling company for the purpose of a wellhead site,thus denying the family their opportunity to cash in on the drilling bonanza.

A woman who described herself as a Consumer Property Advocate added that thedrilling companies do not keep accurate records as to what properties (located up to twomiles from the wellhead) they extracted gas from, and many landowners will neverknow about nor be paid for gas removed under their property.

A representative of Range Resources (one of the larger gas well drilling companiesworking in Southwestern Pennsylvania) was in the audience. He answered a coupleshort questions asked of him about acreage requirements for drilling, but otherwise kepta low profile.

For over an hour, aspects of the ordinance were debated, but in the end, theSupervisors stated that although the Ordinance had been thoroughly researched andprepared, it was subject to change (as any Ordinance is). Nevertheless, the Supervisorswere not swayed by the arguments, and later approved the Ordinance as is.

Conversely, a highly vocal group of residents from the Broughton Road area com-plained en masse that the Supervisors had failed to protect their interests by grantingapproval to build a skateboard park in their neighborhood. A string of eight irate resi-dents in a row expressed their objections and frustrations with the South Park govern-mental procedures.

Upon learning that a 30-foot-high structure was proposed on Broughton Road, to con-tain an indoor instructional skateboard park--but with only nine parking spaces as part

of the plan—some of the residents attended Planning Commission and Zoning HearingBoard meetings to vent their concerns. Others complained that they were not giventimely information about when the meetings were scheduled and therefore could notattend. Moreover, those who were present at the meetings were merely instructed todefer their message to the Supervisors, after both advisory-level groups voted to approvethe plans and send them on to the next review step.

For over an hour, the residents passionately pleaded for relief from their chief con-cerns, which were public safety and health related (traffic congestion, parking impedi-ments, noise, loitering, accidents, and general nuisances caused by the teenage cus-tomers), plus potential negative impact on property values in the neighborhood.

The Supervisors explained that the building applications were in order, and all crite-ria had been met; there was no legal basis to deny the request. The residents onlyrecourse now is to file an appeal of the project approval to an Allegheny County courtwithin 30 days of the date of the approval. When the residents asked how much timeremained to file this appeal, they were informed that only 3 days were left.

The residents became further incensed when they became faced with the expense ofhiring an attorney and posting a bond with the appeal. They felt that this predicamenthad been foisted upon them through no fault of their own, and they are now burdenedwith having to spend their own time and funds to defend their interests.

Although the Supervisors appeared stoic during the debate, they did eventually con-cede that perhaps communications on their part had not been ideal, so they are consid-ering notifying residents of such future proceedings on the Township website. However,they observed that developers often wait until the last minute to file paperwork at thevarious review boards, presumably hoping to avoid pubic scrutiny by not informing thepublic of proposed projects until after they are approved.

A staffer from US Congressman Tim Murphy’s office attended, but elected not toengage in the proceedings.

Please visit the Union Finley Messenger website at www.unionfinley.com for more information and details on other business conducted at the January 10, 2011

meeting. Search “South Park” or “Municipal news”.

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By Jim Caldwell

As they did at the special meeting on January 5th, several Jefferson Hills residents filledthe Council Chamber on Monday, January 10 to protest the elimination of the K-9 programbeginning the first of this year. However, unlike the lengthy time allowed for speakers theprevious Wednesday, the sixteen additional citizens were only allotted a half an hour of theregular monthly meeting, provided they had not spoken before.

Council remained unanimously committed to the decision to disband the K-9 Programin the Police Department, based on several reasons including questions raised about usingthe German Shepherd for business outside the Borough. Immediately following the citizens’remarks on Monday night, Councilman Tracey Khalil, introduced a motion to have an offi-cial investigation into the utilization and costs.

The following is his prepared statement:“Based on the public’s comments from the Jan5th discussion meeting concerning both Council’s

and the Mayor’s analysis on the K-9 program and our concerns of perceived abuse by the K-9handler and the mismanagement of the K-9 program by then Chief Regan, we are moving to havethe firm of Corporate Security and Investigations perform an audit to determine if any abuse or

mismanagement took place. From the audit we will disclose their findings and make decisionsand determine policies based on the information provided within the report.”

The motion passed 6-0. President Chris King was absent from the regular meeting dueto a business conflict.

Officer Chris Gawlas was the K-9 handler and had partnered with Fritz for almost 15years visiting schools as part of the DARE program. Supporters vowed to continue theirefforts to have the program re-instated as a valuable tool to help find missing persons aswell as educate Jefferson Hills Students against the use of drugs.

Proceeding with the business items, Council passed the final approval to the addition ofJefferson Regional Medical Center Operating room which had been originally tabled inDecember. They likewise granted preliminary approval to Phase 3B plan for Patriot Point,and Phase 2 Preliminary and Final Plan subdivision for Andrew Acres.

Salaries, compensations and wages for Borough employees were fixed for 2011.In the General remarks, Council Members thanked outgoing and interim Police Chief

Jack Maple for his service the past few months. The new Chief of Police, Eugene W. Roach,Jr., began his term on Monday, January 17th.

Jefferson Borough Council Hears More Protests to Eliminating Fritz, the K-9 Dog

Members Pass A Motion to Conduct an Official Investigation

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Nottingham Ready to Enact Ordinanceon Building Code Service Agreement

with North StrabaneBy J.R. Brower

At their January 17 meeting, theNottingham Township Board ofSupervisors reviewed a draft of an inter-governmental agreement for building codeinspection services to be performed byNorth Strabane Township forNottingham’s benefit. In November, theboard decided not to renew the previousagreement with Code.sys CodeConsulting, Inc. for 2011, feeling thatneighboring North Strabane Townshipcould perform these services more effec-tively and at less expense. BoardChairman Ray Barley had said that NorthStrabane has two officers that are fully cer-tified to perform building inspection serv-ices.

North Strabane was expected to takeaction on the intergovernmental agree-ment at a meeting on January 24.

Barley said that he would like to adver-tise jointly with North Strabane for a pub-lic hearing and split the cost. TheNottingham supervisors plan to hold thepublic hearing on February 7, and at thattime, adopt the building code serviceagreement with North Strabane as an ordi-nance. A motion to authorize joint adver-tising of the public hearing was thenpassed unanimously by the board.

In another matter, the board took updiscussion of a proposed documentreceived in early January that summarizesbenefits and policies of NottinghamTownship’s full-time employees includingthe Public Works department and theadministrative staff. Barley made note of aclause in the document included toaddress suspected misconduct and dis-honesty. He and Solicitor James Liekarsaid that the wording of the document

seemed oriented to a company rather thana municipality. Liekar said that he couldrevise it to improve the wording.

In regards to the clause in the summaryabout misconduct and dishonesty, Liekarsaid, “I haven’t seen this in other town-ships, only in union contracts.”

Marcoline said, “I don’t think it’s a badidea to have it in there. You just have tobe careful how you put it in.” He said thathe wanted time to look at the summary indetail, and the board agreed to table fur-ther discussion.

In other business at their January 17meeting, the Nottingham Board ofSupervisors:• Acknowledged the Planning

Commission’s intent to forward theproposed Stormwater ManagementOrdinance to the board for theirapproval in February.

• Accepted the proposal made by Cypher& Cypher for their annual auditingservice of the Earned Income TaxCollector, Keystone MunicipalCollections for the year 2010. Theirfee has increased by $25.00 from lastyear to $850.00.

• Announced that a township truck,specifically a 1999 Ford F550 withsnowplow, was going to be auctionedoff to the highest bidder on the onlinewebsite, Asset-Auctions. The auctionwas to have concluded on January 18.

• Announced that the solid waste collec-tion and transportation agreement withWaste Management expires on March31. The contract includes weekly trashpick-up for all Nottingham Townshipresidents, and the board agreed thatthey would probably choose the one-year option for extending the agree-ment.

By Paul Chasko

Three of the council members wereunable to attend the January 5, 2011 meet-ing of Finleyville Borough Council. Asthere was no quorum, no official businesscould transpire. There was however, anopportunity to quiz new RepresentativeRick Saccone (39th district) who was at themeeting.

Representative Saccone disclosed that heis setting up his primary office in the OldHickory Shoppe’s Center on Gil Hall Roadin Jefferson Borough. He also said he maybe establishing other offices in the future.Mr. Saccone let it be known that one of hisprimary goals is to eliminate unnecessaryspending in Harrisburg. We all wish himgood luck.

Mayor Kutsek who is on the SelectionCommittee for the Community and

Economic Development Local ShareProgram (Slots Revenue Grants)announced that the grant application pre-sentations would be getting underway onTuesday January 18. We’re aware thatUnion Township is requesting a grant forPhase I of a Union Valley flood control proj-ect and Peters Creek Sanitary Authority(PCSA)/Union Township is applying for agrant to install a Route 88 interceptor (mainsewer line). Over seventy grants will bepresented.

Communications lines will be installed tothe Police Substation in the rear of thenewly renovated Borough Building shortlyafter which the Monongahela Police willbegin moving into the facility.

No official business was conducted at thismeeting and the next scheduled meetingwill be Wednesday February 2.

Finleyville Borough Receives Visit From New State

Representative Rick Saccone

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By J.R. Brower

A highlight of the January 3 reorganiza-tion meeting included the unanimouselection of Robert Atkison to chairman ofPeters Township Council. A longtimemember of council since 1991, Atkisonserves in an at-large capacity, and his termwill expire in January, 2012. Last year, heserved as vice chairman for outgoingChairman David Ball. Atkison has previ-ously served as Council Chairman in his20-year stint.

Atkison and his wife, Ann, live onSherwood Drive, and he retired 17 yearsago from Falk Corporation, where he wasemployed as a mechanical engineer for 33years, working his way up to NationalSales Manager. He and his wife are theparents of four grown children and eightgrandchildren, all of whom live in thePittsburgh area.

Asked about what he envisions forPeters Township in 2011, Atkison saidthat he feels that one of the most impor-tant things facing the township is toresolve the issue of future Marcellus Shalenatural gas drilling by getting a strongordinance in place. “What we are trying todo is regulate it as much as possible,” hesaid, acknowledging that that the town-ship is limited by the state in what theycan do. “Still, we want to have as muchcontrol over gas drilling as is possible.”

Atkison echoed the sentiments of out-going chairman David Ball regarding anattempt by an outspoken anti-drillinggroup to have the pending ordinanceamended to ban drilling altogether. Bothcouncil leaders feel that going againststate mandates in the ordinance would becertain to open up litigation from both gaslease-holders and drillers.

“We can’t ban drilling like the city ofPittsburgh. If we tried to do that, all we

would be doing is feeding taxpayer moneyto the lawyers,” he concluded. Two publichearings for public comment on the pro-posed gas drilling (mineral extraction)ordinance were held in early and late2010. Formal enactment of the ordinanceamendment is expected to take place inFebruary, with the caveat that the newordinance can be further amended at anytime in the future.

Elected as vice chairman of council wasMonica Merrell, who represents District B.Her term will expire in January, 2014. Herelection was unanimous, and likeAtkison’s, it took place without discus-sion.

In another reorganization matter,Solicitor William Johnson was reappoint-ed for 2011. Johnson’s rate for service willnot change, according to TownshipManager Michael Silvestri.

Also reappointed for 2011 as the officialengineering firm for the township wereGateway Engineers. Mark Zemaitis willcontinue serving in an in-house positionas the engineering director for the town-ship. The township has contracted itsengineering business through GatewayEngineers since 1978. Silvestri said thatcosts for using Gateway have decreasedrecently do to less development. But, hesaid that use of Gateway’s services areexpecting to expand this year due toexpected increases in both retail and com-mercial development as well as road proj-ects.

The other reappointment of a businessthrough which the township contractsservices was Trans Associates. They per-form traffic studies and make recommen-dations for road projects. The only councilmember voting against their reappoint-ment was Merrell.

Longtime Member Robert Atkison Elected Peters Township Council Chairman for 2011

Pictured in their new 2011 official portrait are Peters Township Council members (front left to right)Gary Stiegel, Chairman Robert Atkison and Robert Lewis, as well as (back left to right) James Berquist,

David Ball, Vice Chairman Monica Merrell and Frank Arcuri.

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Local Doctor Elected President ofWashington County Medical Society

Jennifer L. Lewis, M.D., a general internist/hospital-ist physician in McMurray, will begin a term in 2011 asPresident of the Washington County Medical Society.Dr. Lewis was elected to the position at the Society’sAnnual Recognition Dinner on November 11, havingserved as President-Elect for the past year.

A native of Canonsburg, Dr. Lewis practices atWaterdam Medical Associates and CanonsburgGeneral Hospital. She also serves as Assistant Professorof Medicine, Drexel University School of Medicine. AsAssistant Professor, she teaches medical students whorotate through her practice. She has been recognized byDrexel for her teaching via their Golden Apple Awardin 2003 and 2005, and received the Dean’s SpecialAward for Excellence in Clinical Teaching in 2004 and2007.

Dr. Lewis is also a member of the American Collegeof Physicians, American Medical Association, and Pennsylvania Medical Society. Prior tomoving to Washington County in 2008, she practiced at Pittsburgh General MedicineAssociates and Allegheny General Hospital.

Dr. Jennifer L. Lewis

MonongahelaCouple

Announces Birthof Twins!

Ben and Lisa (Baxter) Leach ofMonongahela, are proud to announce therecent birth of their twin baby boys, MichaelJames Leach, and Christopher Eric Leach.The twin boys said hello to the world onThursday, January 6, 2011. Michaelweighed in at 2 lbs. 10 oz., and Christopherweighed in at 2 lbs. 9 oz. The parents arehappy to report that both babies are doingwell and growing every day.

Proud grandparents of the new baby boysare Bob and Sis Baxter of New Eagle,Dorothy Leach of Deemston Borough, andRussell Leach of South Park.

Michael James Leach

Christopher Eric Leach

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Welcome To Main Street Ramblin Rose

By Samantha Milton

On December 1, 2010 Main Street in Monongahela welcomed a new florist, althoughPam Davies doesn’t refer to herself as “new.”

“I’m not new to the floral business, I’ve been a florist in Phoenix, Arizona for the past 16years,” smiled Davies. After her husband passed away, Davies moved back to the area to becloser to her two boys. Soon after, she purchased Yoney’s Floral Shop located at 424 WestMain Street from Alvera Yoney and renamed it Yoney’s Ramblin Rose Floral & Gift Shop.

“Alvera (Yoney) still helps out here a few times a week," said Davies. "I didn’t want tochange the name completely because the community has come to know Yoney’s, and I did-n’t want to take that away from them entirely,” she added.

When asked about the significance of the name Ramblin Rose, Davies answered,“Ramblin means on the go and I was always on the go to different places and roses havealways been my signature flower. I always have long stem white and red roses available.”

In addition to roses, Davies is excited to offer a full service floral shop catering to wed-dings, anniversaries, funerals and birthdays. She will also be selling Bailey’s Dozen cookieCompany Bouquets and a variety of gift idea items.

“My sons ask me all the time when I’m going to grow up. I always tell them never. I havefun with what I do. This business is what I love. I’m a people person and I get to interactwith the community every day,” she explained.

It is evident that Davies has a genuine care of people by her interactions with her cus-tomers. In many cases the people that she is designing for are her friends and neighbors. “Icould have opened a floral shop anywhere, but I want to be here and be involved in thecommunity. That’s something that is very important to me,” she added.

Davies is also excited for the fun gift ideas that she has in store for Valentine’s Day. “I havesome really fun ideas for guys because they always seem to get left out,” she said. While sheisn’t able to provide the alcohol, if you show up with a six-pack, she’ll make it look spec-tacular.

“I’m really excited about being here and bringing something back to the community,”Davies smiled.

Yoney’s Ramblin Rose Floral & Gift Shop is located at 424 W. Main Street Monongahela,PA 15063. The shop is open Monday to Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM-1:00 PM with deliveries throughout Belle Vernon, Charleroi, Monessen, Donora,Monongahela and New Eagle.

For more information call Pam Davies at 724-258-3399.

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The Women's Business Network is open to area womenbusiness owners and those in sales seeking networkingopportunities to expand their contacts and share ideas tohelp grow their business. Meeting agendas include self-marketing, a business presentation by an individual mem-ber, a table topic discussion and networking. Each of thevarious local chapters meets twice a month on the follow-ing dates and locations:

• The Mount Lebanon Chapter meets on the 2nd and4th Tuesday’s February 8 and 22 at 8:30 a.m. at the CrownePlaza on Fort Couch Road. For more information, contactEllen Diamond at 412-260-8766.

• The South Hills Chapter meets on the 1st and 3rdThursday’s February 3 and 17 at 8:00 a.m. at King'sRestaurant, 155 McMurray Road in Upper St Clair. Formore information, contact Rebecca Wanovich at 412-835-5660.

• The McMurray Chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday's February 9 and 23 at8:30 a.m. at The Meadows (Bowling Alley), 210 Race Track Road, Washington PA 15301.For more information, please contact Valerie Bartels 412-418-3072.

Women’s Business Network is Open to Area Women Business Owners

The Ramblin Rose herself, Pam Davies shows off her new floral shop.

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Pittsburgh sports fanscan now help raise fundsfor the Make A WishFoundation by sportingsome black & gold.Aloma's Exotic Boutiquein Finleyville is been sell-ing custom made black& gold hats with initialson the front.

The idea started as away for Aloma to giveback to the Make A WishFoundation for all thehelp they provided to a 6-year old Autisic childthat she used to care for.

"They sent him to Disney Worldand he had a wonderful time with hisparents and siblings," said Aloma. "Iwas so touched by their kindnessthat I had been racking my brainstrying to think up an idea to use as afundraiser for Make A Wish."

Oh yeah, in case you forgot, black& gold isn't just for the Steelers andPenguins. It is also the team colorsfor the Thomas Jefferson Jaguars andthe Union-Finley bears! Be sure tostop by and buy a black & gold hatto cheer on your favorite teams, andraise money for a good cause!

"My hats are licensed in the state of Pennsylvania as a Fundraiser for Make A Wish, sono one else can copy and sell my hats," said Aloma. "The only place you can buy one ishere at Aloma's Exotic Boutique." (PHOTOS BY RON PUDLOWSKI)

Aloma's Black & Gold Hats RaiseFunds For Make A Wish Foundation

Look for more box locations coming soon!Visit www.unionfinley.com for a complete list of area stores,businesses, newsstands and other locations where you can pick up

a FREE copy of the Union-Finley Messenger every month.

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Can’t find your very own copy ofthe Union-Finley Messenger?

Just stop by to one of our conven-ient Newspaper Boxes locatedthroughout the South Hills and MonValley!

■ Bethel ParkLytle Station – PAT Transit Park & Ride

(Brightwood Road and Lytle Road)

■ BunolaU.S. Post Office Bunola

■ Eighty FourSubway

■ ElizabethU.S. Post Office - Elizabeth

■ FinleyvilleU.S. Post Office - Finleyville

■ GastonvilleU.S. Post Office Gastonville

■ Jefferson Hills / LargeLarge – PAT Transit Park & Ride Lot

(Rt. 51 and Peters Creek Road)

■ MonongahelaWest Main Street

(in front of PNC Bank)West Main Street

(in front of Monongahela Manor)

■ New EagleNew Eagle Borough BuildingU.S. Post Office – New Eagle

■ Peters TownshipU.S. Post Office - VenetiaJersey Mike’s Subs (Waterdam)

■ South ParkLibrary – PAT Transit Park & Ride Station

(Rt. 88 and Pleasant Street)U.S. Post Office – Bavarian Village

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Bounce Back After The HolidaySplurge to Live a Healthy Lifestyle

By Deb Dell, Nutrition Consultant, Chaney's Natural Health & Wellness

In the afterglow of a wonderful Christmas season we relish the memories of family andfriends. All too often we also feel the regret of what we added to our dinner plates - lunchplates, and breakfast plates. Sound familiar?

Well, I'm here to tell you, it's OK. What's done is done. Let's just set a goal and live upto it, shall we? What would you like to do? Shed a few pounds, detox some of the preser-vatives out of your system, or recover from something I like to call "sweets shock"?

If I could give you two pieces of advice regarding the aforementioned, it would be this;drink plenty of water and Cleanstart by Nature's Sunshine. Unless you're on fluid restric-tion, drink 8 glasses of water per day. Not only will it keep you hydrated, it also makes youfeel full. A glass before meals aides' digestion and helps decrease portion sizes. Cleanstart is a relatively easy detox program that supports the natural, everyday cleansingof toxic waste from the body. For most folks, it's an excellent addition to your new year'swellness resolution. Learn more about natural health by contacting Chaney's NaturalHealth & Wellness at 724-328-2834 or www.ChaneysNatural.com

Diabetic Education Classes at Canonsburg General Hospital

Canonsburg General Hospital will offer Diabetic Education Classes in the McNaryConference Center from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. during the month of February as follows:

• February 3 - Introduction to Diabetes/Monitoring and Managing Your Diabetes • February 10 - Diet Management of Diabetes / Preventing Eye Complications • February 17 - Medications of Diabetes Management / Foot Care • February 24 - Benefits of Exercise/Insulin Pumps The purpose of the Diabetes Support Group is to bring together people who are cop-

ing with diabetes and to share information. The Support Group is free of charge and opento diabetics and their families. To register, call Physician Access at 1-877-284-2000.Registration is limited.

Snap Fitness, South ParkIntroduces "Lose Weight" Challenge

Snap Offers Motivation And Great Prizes For 8-Week Competition.

Now that New Year's has come and gone themotivation to stick with those resolutions maybe fading.

This year the Snap Fitness in South Park ishelping members stay on-track and shave offthose unwanted holiday pounds with their "8-Week Lose Weight Challenge". To help mem-bers get started on their path to better results,the club is also offering this limited time joiningoffer: 8-weeks for $69. (plus $20 access cardfee).

"This is one of the toughest times of the yearwhen it comes to reaching your fitness goal"said Bethany Higginbotham, a personal trainerat Snap Fitness. "The initial excitement from New Year's has worn off , and now the keyis finding the motivation to stick with it. Wt's free for all e help take away the excuses byoffering a nearby club that's easy to get to and open 24/7 so you can work out on yourschedule and low monthly dues with ability to join month-to-month. Plus with our 8-weekchallenge, we make losing weight fun and rewarding, helping you get the results you want.

Located at 4110 Brownsville Road in Champion Plaza, Snap Fitness offers 24/7 accesselectronic key card entry, along with the industry's best cardio and weight training equip-ment for a quality workpout experience at an affordable price.

The competition kicks-off March 1, and runs through April 21. It's free to participate,and includes a recommended workout plan, regular, private weigh-ins and a number ofgreat local and national prizes for winners.

Members can also get ahead in the challenge faster with Snap Fitness' brand-neweasyFIT program, designed to help you get the results you want both in and out of the club.easyFIT offers more tools to stay motivated and reach goals, including goal-based exerciseand meal plans, acitivity tracking and much more.

For more information on the challenge as well as Snap Fitness' special joining offer visitwww.snapfitness.com/southparkpa. To arrange a tour of the club or get more information,call 412-595-7879.

Monongahela Valley Hospital Advises:Take Precautions While Shoveling Snow

Freezing temperatures have already reminded usthat winter weather is here. And snow in the fore-cast means shoveling and sweeping snow fromsidewalks or driveways. Monongahela ValleyHospital reminds you that there are several thingsto remember to avoid heart attacks or other cold-weather related health problems.

According to Brenda Walther, M.D., director ofEmergency Services at Monongahela ValleyHospital, heart attacks are common among personswho attempt to hurriedly shovel snow when theyusually are inactive, perhaps overweight or elderly.

“Temperatures outside may seem relatively warm – perhaps in the twenties – but that cre-ates snow that is wet and heavy,” Dr. Walther said. “Shoveling wet, heavy snow can creategreat stress on a heart that is unaccustomed to such exhausting activity.

“Light and fluffy snow may seem easier to shovel, but it usually is present when temper-atures are closer to zero,” she continued. “The colder air makes the heart work harder tokeep the body warm. In this case, the heart is already stressed and snow removal couldresult in tragic consequences.”

Dr. Walther emphasized there are some things people can do to clear the snow while stillavoiding heart damage.

• If you must shovel snow, take your time and take frequent rest breaks.• If there is any question at all about your ability to remove the snow, consult your doc-

tor first.• Consider investing in a snowblower that makes the job easier, or seek the help of a

younger neighbor or relative.• In any case, always dress properly. Layers of warm clothing, gloves and hats prevent the

loss of excessive body heat, thus avoiding two other serious winter health problems -- frost-bite and hypothermia.

• Always use common sense and caution as your guide before going outside to work inwinter weather.

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Unless otherwise noted, the following programswill be held in the Anthony M. LombardiEducation Conference Center (ECC) atMonongahela Valley Hospital.

Stroke Support Group - Tuesday, February 1at 6:30 p.m., ECC. The Stroke Support Groupis designed for patients and caregivers. Formore information call, 724-258-1541.

Diabetes Education Day - Healthy HeartsWith Diabetes - Wednesday, February 2 at 6p.m., ECC. Learn how to prevent increasingdiabetic problems. For more information, call724-258-1148.

Baby Care Classes - Monday, February 7 at6:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rostraver.For more information, call 724-258-BABY(2229).

Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday,Wednesday, Thursday, February 8, 9, 10 at8:30 a.m., ECC. 3-day, 2-hour per day educa-tion series that focuses on diabetes self-man-agement and care. To register, call 724-258-1483.

RSDS Support Group - Tuesday, February 8at 11 a.m., ECC. The Reflex SympatheticDystrophy Syndrome Support Group is freeand open to all persons with RSDS or relatedillnesses. For more information, call 724-929-9492.

Prostate Cancer Support Group -Wednesday, February 9 at 6 p.m., ECC. TheProstate Cancer Support Group is free andopen to all persons with prostate cancer andtheir families. For more information, call724-292-9404.

Red Cross Blood Drive - Thursday, February10 at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., ECC. For more infor-mation or to register, call 724-494-4090 oronline at redcrosslife.org.

Understanding Your Diabetes Meal Plan -Tuesday, February 15 at 9 a.m., Mon-ValeHealthPLEX, Rostraver. Builds on the educa-tion received in the Managing Your Diabetesprogram. Contact the Center for Diabetes at724-258-1483 to register.

Innovations in the Treatment of CardiacDisease - Tuesday, February 15 at 6 p.m.,ECC. Free community program focusing onthe treatment of diseases of the heart. Staffmembers from MVH’s Dr. Dean OrnishProgram for Reversing Heart Disease will beavailable for information. To register, call theMVH Reservation Hotline at 724-258-1333.

Understanding Your Blood Sugar Reading -Wednesday, February 16 at 9 a.m., Mon-ValeHealthPLEX, Rostraver. Learn how to ‘makesense’ out of all those blood sugar readingsyou document. Prerequisite: Contact theCenter for Diabetes at 724-258-1483 to regis-ter.

Advanced Carbohydrate Counting -Wednesday, February 16 at 6 p.m., ECC.Diabetes self-management class that focuseson carb counting with everything you needto know. It is required that initial three-dayDiabetes Self Management Training be com-pleted. To register, call 724-258-1148.

Understanding Your Diabetes Medications -Thursday, February 17 at 9 a.m., Mon-ValeHealthPLEX, Rostraver. Must have attendedthe Managing Your Diabetes education pro-gram. Advanced registration is required toattend. Contact the Center for Diabetes at724-258-1483 fto register.

Auxiliary Five Dollar Jewelry Sale - Friday,February 18 at 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., ECC. TheAuxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc.will present a five dollar jewelry sale featuringitems for Grand Illusions Jewelry and the saleis open to the public. More information isavailable by calling the MVH Gift Shop at724-258-1167.

Public CPR Instruction - Tuesday, February22 at 6 p.m., ECC. Adult CPR (cardiopul-monary resuscitation) classes. The $30 fee ispayable to VHSTC and advance registration isrequired at 724-684-9536.

Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday,Wednesday, Thursday, February 22, 23 and24 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Rt. 51,Rostraver. 3-day, 2-hour per day educationseries that focuses on diabetes self-manage-ment and care. Registration is required. Toregister, call 724-258-1483.

Infant/Child CPR - Thursday, February 24 at6 p.m., ECC. Infant/Child CPR classes areoffered by the hospital in conjunction withValley Health and Safety Training Center. The$30 fee is payable to VHSTC and advanceregistration is required at 724-684-9536.

Breast-feeding Class - Monday, February 28at 6:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX,Rostraver. Husbands and grandmothers arewelcome and encouraged to attend. For moreinformation, call 724-258-BABY (2229).

MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL FEBRUARY EVENTS MVH Advanced Digital MammographyUnit Opens to the Public

On Friday, January 14, Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Medical Imaging dedicated a newarea specifically to serve women requiring mammography procedures. It addresses women’sunique imaging and biopsy needs in a conveniently located, woman-centric environmenton the first floor of the hospital.

Funded by grants from the federal government through Senators Specter and Casey,Congressmen Murphy and Murtha, and the Washington County Hospital Authority,Monongahela Valley Hospital installed sophisticated screening and diagnostic equipment toprovide digital mammography administered by a credentialed, caring staff specializing inwomen’s imaging.

The event that dedicated the newly finished unit included guided tours and information.Interior aesthetics with a soothing palette of colors and finishes were chosen to support acalming atmosphere.

When using MVH Medical Imaging for mammography services, patients will have accessto digital mammography, stereotactic biopsy and ultrasound-guided biopsy as indicated.Also available are all of the possible treatment and follow-up services they may need,including surgery, image-guided radiation therapy using a linear accelerator andchemotherapy.

Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new MVH Medical Imaging unit are (l-r) Dr.Abdul S. Chaudry, Chairman, Department of Medical Imaging, Monongahela Valley Hospital; Nate

Nevala, Field Director, Office of Congressman Tim Murphy; State Senator Tim Solobay; Louis J.Panza, Jr., President and CEO, Monongahela Valley Hospital; and Mindy M. Zatta, Board of

Directors, Washington County Hospital Authority.

NancyBartman, R.T.(R), MVHMammography Supervisor,demonstratesthe new digitalmammographyequipmentwhile StateSenator TimSolobay lookson.

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St. Katharine Drexel School BoysHoops Wins Championship

On Sunday, December 19, the St. Katharine Drexel School (SKDS) Varsity BoysBasketball team won the championship at the St. Mary's Lyceum HolidayTournament in Lawrenceville. The SKDS boys defeated St. Rosalia in the champi-onship game, by a score of 62 - 40.

This tournament is known by all who have played basketball in the Diocese forover 50 years. The head coaches account for over 75 years of combined experiencecoaching basketball in the Diocese. The tournament director made note of thisaccomplishment and both Coaches (Dave Pudup, SKDS and Jim Gregg, St. Rosalia)received special recognition trophies, as well.

St. Katherine Drexel School is located at 7001 Baptist Road in Bethel Park.

Valley Speed Skaters Practice WithUSA World Team Members

Pictured at the Outlaw practice in Reading,PA., are Chrysta Rands of Donora, David"Moo" Mosco of Belle Vernon and AndrewJohnson of Donora

Chrysta Rands of Donora and SavannahDeRosa of Elizabeth Forward

Ringgold Rams Football TeamCelebrates Historic Season2010 Keystone Conference Champions

By Paul Chasko

This year’s annualRinggold football banquetsponsored by the RinggoldRams Gridiron Club wasspecial in that attendees werehonoring the coaches andplayers of the 2010 KeystoneConference FootballChampions .

On Saturday, January 8, the GrandBallroom of the George Washington Hotelwas filled to capacity as the 2010 RinggoldRams Football squad was honored fordelivering a season performance that has-n’t been seen for some time at RinggoldHigh School. A team that was picked bymost to finish somewhere near the bottomin the conference standings, finished asundefeated Keystone Conference Champswith a 9-0 record in regular season play.

Gridiron Club President Tony DePalmakicked off the evening witha welcome for everyone andbriefly explained the role ofthe Gridiron club in theRinggold Athletic program.An invocation from Mr.Greg Gary was followed bydinner.

The awards ceremonieswere kicked off by RinggoldHigh School AthleticDirector Ron McMichaelwho introduced RinggoldHead Coach Matt Humbert (the Keystone Conference Coach of the Year) who had the podi-um for the remainder of the awards ceremonies. Rather than trying to recap the Ramstremendous season in words, Coach Humbert used an interesting and entertaining high-lights video to recap the season. Highlights were pulled from nearly every regular seasongame – and there were many to choose from. After the highlights review, CheerleaderDirector Lauren O’Rourke introduced the senior cheerleaders in attendance and their train-er. Coach Humbert next introduced and thanked his assistant coaches for the many hoursthey dedicated to the team before and after the season.

All coaches stood in line to congratulate each of the team members as they were calledup to receive their rings acknowledging their participation on the ConferenceChampionship Team. Both seniors and underclassmen received rings. Coach Humberttook time to acknowledge each player’s contributions to the team. Admitting that it’s diffi-cult singling out individuals among such a great group of young men, the Coach did makeseveral special awards: Nicholas McPherson (Overall Performance Award), Jordon Massari(Academic Excellence), Josh Burnisky (MVP), Nick DePalma (MVP), and Derrick Fiore(MVP). Other small gifts from the Gridiron Club were awarded to players and cheerlead-ers at the end of the ceremonies.

Senior team members waiting for dinner.

Team members get congratulations from their coaches on the way to receiving their team rings.

Coach Matt Humbert at the podium introduces his assistant coaches

David "Moo" and Jarrett Mosco of Belle Vernon

The Valley Speed Skating Team of Donorarecently returned from the first "Outlaw"practice of 2011 in Reading, PA., on SundayJanuary 9. Certain members get to go tothese huge practices with other teams fromNew Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvaniaand are joined by members of the USAworld team. Team members get to learnnew passing techniques to gain better rac-ing skills with experienced high speed rac-ers. To join the Valley Speed Team or formore information contact our coach AdoréeDeLuca at addie3489@hotmail.com.

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Seniors • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

The following information is for the Venetia Community Center located at 800 VenetiaRd., Venetia, PA. We are sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging.

The month of February will kick off with a luncheon on February 10 provided by theCanonsburg Senior Center. All luncheons are sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging. Ithas been a great program so far and as always we hope it will continue. All area seniors areinvited to come. A reservation is requested as it is a catered meal. A small charge of $2 isrequested. Where can you get a full lunch for that much, along with entertainment and iftime permits we always play some bingo. The entertainment for February 10 will be ourown soloist Donald Roach accompanied by Elizabeth Jefferies on the piano. An interestingprogram is being planned. Lunch will be served at 12:00 noon, followed by our entertain-ment.

Our second luncheon will be on February 26 with lunch provided by Canonsburg SeniorCenter Kitchen. Entertainment will be a Power-point program from Catholic Charities withspeaker Peggy Wolfstoncroft. Subject will be Senior Health Care.

There will also be blood pressure screenings at each luncheon from 11:00 AM until 12:00noon. For reservations call Erma Grego at 724-941-6956.

Birthdays for February are as follows: Carolyn Dagg, Ron Dagg, Kathy Fink, and ErmaGrego. Happy and blessed birthday wishes to each and everyone.

Senior News from the VenetiaCommunity Center

Arrowood at SouthwesternRetirement as it was meant to be

Imagine retirement as it was meant to be; an active, independent lifestyle, free fromday-to-day cares. A gracious, carefree life without the burdens of household chores likesnow removal, lawn care and other home maintenance.

Arrowood at Southwestern is the beautiful, yet affordable option that makes this pos-sible. The 122 apartments are surrounded by a quiet, 40 acre wooded campus. Residentsare offered their choice of multiple floor plans, ranging in size from studios to generoustwo bedroom suites. All residents, regardless of apartment size, have full use of ourexpansive, airy common areas and amenities. Excellent dining is offered without set mealtimes, and our friendly staff will take care of all those bothersome tasks, like weeklyhousekeeping, towel and linen service and transportation.

Each apartment provides an oasis of privacy within a comfortable, vibrant community.Residents are encouraged to decorate their own apartments as they wish. Each unit isfurnished with a kitchenette that includes a microwave and small refrigerator and privatebaths are standard. Additionally, a pull cord emergency system insures that each residenthas the benefit of our 24-hour on-site security.

Whether you choose to spend your time making new friends, or entertaining oldacquaintances, our activities make life even more enjoyable. Join us for a luncheon visit,or one of our many educational events – for further details regarding Arrowood, pleasecontact us at (412) 469-3330. Additional information and directions can be located atwww.southwesternhealthcare.com

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Baby Boomers: Don't Let Osteoarthritis Slow You Down

(NewsUSA) -Osteoarthritis affects anestimated 27 millionAmericans and is the mostcommon type of arthritis.Women over the age of 50have a greater risk of suf-fering from osteoarthritisthan men of the same age.In fact, women overall aremore likely to experience adecrease in their activitylevel.

With osteoarthritis, thetissue that serves as a'cushion' between jointsbreaks down and causesthe joints to rub together.This can result in chronicpain, stiffness, anddecreased mobility.Chronic pain can be one ofthe most difficult parts ofdealing with osteoarthritis,and it can get in the way of routine activities that make life rich and fulfilling -- such asworking, driving, shopping or even hugging a grandchild. A majority of people withosteoarthritis say it is difficult to be physically active. This puts them at risk for other med-ical problems, such as heart disease, diabetes and weight gain.

"For many individuals, the main goal is to effectively treat the symptoms of osteoarthri-tis and stay active," says Society for Women's Health Research spokesperson CarmenGreen, M.D., Professor of Anesthesiology and Obstetrics and Gynecology, and AssociateProfessor of Health Management and Policy at the University of Michigan. "Treatment mayinclude a mix of physical therapy, acupuncture, massage and prescription pain medications,including over-the-counter products, anti-inflammatory drugs and opioid medications."

Experts believe the sooner osteoarthritis is diagnosed and treated, the better the chancesare of preventing it from getting worse. Those battling osteoarthritis should see a doctorabout managing their pain. They -- and their caregivers -- should also learn as much as theycan and be actively involved in their own treatment plan.

To learn more about osteoarthritis and how to treat the symptoms, visit the Society forWomen's Health Research at www.swhr.org. This website will direct visitors to resourcesthat contain a variety of information on pain conditions, such as pain assessment and meas-urement tools, and links to pain education and advocacy groups. The content can help peo-ple with osteoarthritis better understand the condition and improve their ability to talkabout pain with their healthcare provider.

Women over 50 are more likely todecrease their activity level than men.

SENIORS

Canonsburg General Hospital To HostAlzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group A free Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. on

Thursday, February 10 at Canonsburg General Hospital in the McNaryConference Center. The support group is sponsored by Consulate RetirementVillage of North Strabane and is affiliated with the Greater PennsylvaniaChapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.

The group will meet the second Thursday of every month. The meeting willbe an opportunity for caregivers to share practical ideas in a supportive setting,connect with other families and learn from guest speakers. For more informa-tion, call 724-809-6679.

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Help Your Kids Re-focus on School(NewsUSA) - As the school year passes the halfway point, some kids may get distracted

from their studies. If you and your kids want to re-focus on school success, here are somesuggestions for kick-starting learning:

• Commit to learning. With your children, come up with one or two major goals that youwant to accomplish for the remainder of this school year. Raising that algebra grade?Getting homework done on time and turning it in the next day? Organizing a study area athome? Using a planner regularly and efficiently? Agree on some age-appropriate rewardsand consequences. Commit to a family-centered goal that education is important to all ofyou, and work together to support, encourage and help each other.

• Set up helpful routines. Give your kids the consistency of fairly regular routines (week-ends and holidays can be breaks). Bedtime, wake-up, study, homework, play, family time -- kids rely on these routines, and the structure helps them to feel safe, know what's expect-ed of them and be successful.

• Help them organize. Organized kids do better in school than haphazard kids. Helpthem to set up their planners (written or electronic), to keep their notebooks and back-packs neat and orderly, to break up large assignments into smaller ones so they don't seemoverwhelming, to maintain a work space at home that's actually workable and not a disas-ter area, and to stick to the goals you've set together.

• Maintain healthy habits. Healthy kids are better learners. Help your children by moni-toring their screen time (TV, video games, cell phones, etc.), making sure they're gettingenough sleep, insisting on their good eating habits, making sure they're involved in regularand aerobic exercise, and sticking to the goals and routines you've established.

• Be a good role model. Kids learn from their parents. If they see that you're organized,focused on what's important to you and your family, staying healthy and being true to yourvalues, they'll pick up some pretty important life lessons.

• Don't give up. Let your kids know that you're serious about these goals and that theirschool success is as critical to you as it is to them.

• Get help early if you need it. When your kids show that they're having trouble despiteyour best efforts, get help early. Ask a teacher or guidance counselor for help. Get a tutor.Find a "study buddy" for your kid. Just get help before the little problem grows into a bigone.

• Ask other parents. You're not the only one trying to keep your kids on track. Learn fromparents who've been through this, teachers who've guided hundreds of kids and otherswhose opinions you respect. No one has all the answers, but all of us have a lot of ideas.

Somechildren

get distractedafter thefirst half

of theschool year.

Kids and Families Enjoy SaturdayNight Live at Mon Valley YMCA

The popular "Saturday Night Live" event was recently held at the Mon Valley YMCA onJanuary 8, and included a special visit from "Kooky Bird" from the Valley Skating Center inDonora PA. Every child attending got a 2 for 1 free pass to attend a skating session of theirchoice and Kooky Bird posed for pictures with everyone!

Saturday Night Live is held the second Saturday of every month and includes swimming,gym games, youth & teen room activities and snacks. SNL is fun for the whole family! Itsfree for YMCA members and only $4 for all guests.

Call our youth & teen director Adorée DeLuca-Johnson for more information 724-483-8077

Katrina Rood of Belle Vernon and Jordan Mayerof Carroll Township enjoy the pool.

Riley Offerman of Donora with Kooky Bird

The age 9-11 group pose for a photo with Kooky Bird

A group of girls in hang out in the gymbefore a game of dodgeball.

Kael and Willow Herforth of Donora are enjoying their scooters

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Peters TownshipSwim Club to Hold

Swim LessonsThe Peters Township Swim Club will be

holding "Learn-to-Swim" classes for Spring2011. Classes meet for 30 minutes at thePTHS pool.

• Session I, March 21 – March 31 (9 days) • Session II, April 5 – April 15 (9 days) Class times for each session: 4:00, 4:30,

5:00, 5:30 and 6:00 p.m. Swimmers must beage 4 or older as of March 14. Birth certifi-cate is required for 4 - year olds at registra-tion.

Cost as follows:Residents: Session I - $100, Session II -

$100 Non-residents: Session I - $110, Session II

- $110 Sorry, no refunds under any circum-

stances. No late registrations once a sessionhas started. Registration will be held onSaturday, February 26, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00p.m. Registration is held at the PTRecreation Department.

Class size is limited and first come, firstserved will be honored. No pre-registrationwill be taken. After February 26 please callDenise Vierrheller at 724-941-1552 to checkon class availability.

By Heather Blake

It's a new year and time to "bring in thenew" in the Children's Department at thePeters Township Public Library! First of all,we were pleased to unveil the newest addi-tion to our Children's Area - a new play-house! Now children and families can enjoytheir time at the library better than ever, pre-tending, playing, putting on a puppet show,and getting their giggles out in our FamilyActivity Center. Soft furnishings, low tablesand chairs, and of course all the boardbooks, toddler tales, and concept storiesmake this our most popular spot for ouryoungest patrons.

For preschool and elementary studentsjust learning how to use a keyboard andmouse, our two AWE Early Literacy stationsmake it fun, simple, and kid-friendly withgames like Dora the Explorer, ReaderRabbit, and SpongeBob SquarePants.Speaking of computers, the library nowoffers BookFlix-an online multimedia read-ing experience like no other! Its read-alongvideos and companion eBooks can beaccessed in the library and even at home

through our website. And when you stop into the library, be sure to check out someInteractive Books, book and CD-ROM pairsfor preschoolers and older readers, as wellas our LeapFrog Tag and Tag Jr., featuringreal books with audio components to bringtactile experience back to multimedia read-ing.

Want to learn a new language? Thelibrary has all you need! Even babies canacquire new language skills through theLittle Pim system, featuring an adorablepanda teaching your choice of 10 languages.Preschoolers and grade school students canlearn with Muzzy, the award-winning lan-guage immersion program, with its newlyadded Russian and Portuguese. Older stu-dents can continue their language experi-ence with our online Mango Languages pro-gram, to learn conversational abilities inover 15 different world languages, accessi-ble either at the library or at home throughour online databases.

From a baby's first story-time to a teenbook club, the Peters Township Libraryoffers programs for all ages. Be sure to checkout our website www.ptlibrary.org for

updated listings of our weekly story-times,monthly book clubs, and special events.Remember-the library is still a free andgrowing resource. Use it! If you have anyquestions about any of the resources men-tioned above, please contact Children'sLibrarian Heather Blake at 724-941-9430ext. 1.

What’s New for Children and Their Families at the Peters Township Public Library

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Your Birth, Your Way!Free Birth Information Seminar

at Windover Hills UMC"Your Birth Your Way!" will be held on Tuesday, February 15 at 7:00 p.m. at

Windover Hills United Methodist Church. Sponsored by Mothers of Pre-Schoolers (MOPS) of Windover Hills, this is an informative, fact-based discussionof the numerous and often confusing choices you face when planning to givebirth. Learn how to have the best possible birth the way you want to. There havenever been more options available for childbirth. Be educated about one of themost important days in your life and your baby’s life. A panel of birthing profes-sionals will be on hand to discuss common issues and answer your questions ina friendly, fun environment. Panel members will include instructors in the fieldsof Lamaze, the Bradley Method, and ICEA childbirth, birth and postpartumdoulas, and featuring Jan Mallak, Author of Doulas: Guide to Birthing Your Way.Jan has been helping woman give birth for more than three decades.

Registration is recommended, but not required. Windover Hills UnitedMethodist Church is located at 6751 Ridge Road in South Park. Please call JamiConn at: 412-531-2848 or email jami_conn2001@yahoo.com for more informa-tion or to register to attend.

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McMillanPreschool

The Preschoolers at JohnMcMillan Preschool on CliftonRoad in Bethel Park have manyopportunities to explore God'sworld, make great friends and to prepare for kindergarten. Pictured above, Giana Tryc andRenee Neff, four year old friends enjoy "Blizzard" fun together, sharing excitement over thefeeling of shaving cream between their fingers!

New for the 2011-2012 school year, John McMillan will be offering a special opportuni-ty for children attending local kindergarten. Kindergarten Plus will meet either one or twohalf days during the week and will provide integrated math, science & literacy enrichmentwith a focus on FUN! Each class will also include time for organized games and large motorplay! AM Classes are on Monday and Friday mornings. PM Classes are Monday andThursday afternoon.

For more information on this or any of our educational programs or to schedule a tour,please contact Pat Folino at 412-833-4704 or JMPCPreschool@yahoo.com.

Early Financial Education Offers Better Security Later

(NewsUSA) - Recent studies aboutAmericans' retirement saving behavior point toan alarming trend: Americans of all ages, eth-nicities and social groups are not sufficientlysaving for their retirement.

"Most personal financial experts agree thatwhen people reach their mid-30s, they shouldbe already saving for retirement," said SuzannePoole, executive vice president, retail salesstrategy and distribution, TD Bank. "However,according to a financial literacy poll TD Bankconducted this summer, a major reason forpoor retirement planning and lack of financialliteracy in general by consumers, is the absenceof financial education at an early age."

TD Bank surveyed 2,160 consumers in thenortheast, Florida and mid-Atlantic. About 81percent of those surveyed wished they would have started saving earlier, and about 55 per-cent of them feel they were definitely not taught enough when young. Here a few sugges-tions for parents wondering what they can do to teach children to manage money andunderstand the importance of saving:

• Become a role model. According to TD Bank's survey, more than one-quarter of con-sumers struggled to identify any financial role models. Parents need to do their best to havetheir finances in order. Once they do, they should sit down with their kids to go over theprocess of balancing bank accounts and developing a household budget.

• Use a piggy bank. Saving coins in a piggy bank is one of the most basic tools parentscan use at home to begin teaching their kids about saving.

• Take kids to the bank. Visiting a bank should not be for adults only. Many financialinstitutions have unique features inside their locations that can make banking fun for kids.

• Open a savings account. One of the best ways to teach children healthy financial liter-acy skills is to go through the process with them of opening their first savings account,making their first deposit and explaining to them what all of it means.

• Enroll in financial literacy programs. With thorough research, parents can find pro-grams in their area that offer financial literacy training. They should first check with theschools their children attend and their local library. After that, parents may consider find-ing out if their bank offers such a program.

For example, TD offers a program named "WOW!Zone" that helps children ages 5-18develop strong financial skills. It is available at www.tdbank.com/wowzone. Trained bankinstructors are available to visit schools and after-school and weekend programs for free.

A piggy bank helps chil-dren learn how to save.

Cornerstone Prep High School Invites Prospective Students to Investigate the Private School Advantage

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Your Children Are Browsing?Attend an Internet Safety Presentation

at Ringgold Middle SchoolPlease join the Ringgold

Middle School PTA as wewelcome a special agentfrom the Department ofHomeland Security onWednesday, February 16.He will be teaching par-ents about internet safety.All parents residing in theRinggold school districtare welcome to attend. Ifyou are a parent, you willnot want to miss this!

The presentation willbe held in the RinggoldMiddle School auditori-um at 6:30 PM. Therewill be a brief PTA meeting at 6:15 p.m. preceding the presentation. Door prizes also tobe raffled off this evening.

New Children's Ministry at Wrights United Methodist

Beginning March 9th Wrights United Methodist Church, 788 Venetia Road,will be beginning a new Children’s Ministry. Classes will meet Wednesday nightsin the fellowship hall from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Children will hear Gods word by par-ticipating in bible lessons and playing games. The program will last the durationof Lent, ending April 13th.

The program is geared toward children ages 3 through 5th grade. Familiesfrom all over are invited to bring their children regardless of church membership.We are currently seeking anyone who is interested in helping with the program.No experience in teaching needed! Feel like a kid again by watching the wonderand amazement in the children’s faces when they learn all about Gods love.Please direct any questions to Gwen St. Cyr at 724-348-0796.

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(NewsUSA) - Many families today might want to spend morequality time together, but it can be difficult to find activities thateach family member will enjoy. The baseball fan might not beinterested in an upcoming art exhibit, and an art enthusiast mightnot want to spend all day in a stadium. So, what can families do tocome together in a meaningful, interesting way? Families mightwant to consider learning musical instruments together. Accordingto a 2009 Gallup poll conducted by the National Association ofMusic Merchants (NAMM), 85 percent of the Americans who donot play musical instruments wish that they did. And there areplenty of reasons for playing instruments beyond family bonding.

Studies show that babies prefer singing to talking -- they paymore attention to mom's singing than her words. Babies who aresung to sleep also show better development than those who arenot. Toddlers enjoy exposure to new songs and singing as part ofplaytime, and they are never too young to start playing an instru-ment.

Children who study music develop discipline and the ability tosolve problems, communicate and work cooperatively. A ColumbiaUniversity study revealed that students studying the arts are morecooperative and self-confident, and better able to express ideas.Children develop new skills quickly, too. One study found that kidslearning music for just one year increased their ability to memorizeinformation.

These benefits don't disappear as children grow up. Teenagersreport that playing instruments helps them cope with loss, peer pres-sure and academic stress. Among working adults over age 45, recre-ational music making has been proven to reduce stress and easedepression.

Buying musical instruments and arranging music lessons can cre-ate a common bond between family members and provide memoriesto last a lifetime.

To find music lessons near you, visit www.wannaplaymusic.comstop by your local music store.

Downsizing Our Kids: How ParentsCan Decrease Childhood Obesity

(NewsUSA) - Children have become much less active, contributing to the growing child-hood obesity epidemic that's affecting neighborhoods across the country.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, childhood obesity hasmore than tripled in the past 30 years. The prevalence of obesity among children ages sixto 11 years increased from 6.5 percent in 1980 to 19.6 percent in 2008. Additionally, rateshave increased from 5 percent to 18.1 percent among adolescents ages 12 to 19 years.

"The incidence of childhood obesity in the United States and its consequences are dev-astating," says Dr. Richard Visser, the Minister of Health for Aruba and a childhood obesi-ty researcher and educator. "We really have to do something to help the next generation,and we have to start with the parents."

Recently, Boys & Girls Clubs of America teamed up with the Kimberly-ClarkCorporation to produce the first-ever Family Strengthening Virtual Symposium, where Dr.Visser led a powerful session entitled "Our Kids Supersized: How to Prevent ChildhoodObesity and Promote Healthy Weight in Youth."

Dr. Visser suggested that parents' lifestyles predetermine the weight and health of theirchildren. He offered parents and caregivers the following tips for healthier families:

• Eat breakfast every day, and enjoy smaller-portioned snacks several times throughoutthe day.

• Avoid food that contains excessive fat or simple sugars.• Eat together. Communal eating encourages healthier eating habits.• Feed kids only when they're hungry, and eliminate snacking in front of the TV or while

playing video games.• Make sure children get at least 60 minutes of vigorous physical activity every day, and

limit electronic device use to no more than two hours per day.

"Getting parents to commit to a healthier lifestyle will greatly impact the lives of theirchildren -- from eating right to exercising -- it's an educational process and lifestyle changethat needs to happen."

Find more tips for parents, and watch Dr. Visser's session on the Family PLUS Web siteat www.familyplus.bgca.org.

Parents should encourage children to eat breakfast every day.

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Community Action Southwest (CAS) is preparing to begin a new coursecalled "Getting Ahead in a Just Gettin' By World." This course engages familiesthrough activities, discussions, and provides resources to help them under-stand the impact of his or her personal situation in poverty.

Over the 17-week course, each participant will develop personal resourcesand create an individual plan for creating a stable and secure life for themselvesand their families. The "Getting Ahead" course will serve between 12 and 15families and meet once a week beginning in early February through the end ofMay. Each class will begin with a family style meal, and then move into coursematerial. Childcare will be provided.

Each session will be lead by co-facilitators that will work closely with eachfamily/client to help them discover the changes he or she would have to maketo step out of poverty. Community Action Southwest believes the "GettingAhead" course is a great tool for helping families and individuals to create theirown plan.

CAS is seeking community support for this project by seeking donations offood/meals, available space, and/or by referring families and individuals to takepart in the program. If you have any questions or are interested in helpingCommunity Action Southwest with the “Getting Ahead in a Just Gettin' ByWorld,” please call 724-255-9550 ext. 494. Applications are to be returned toMary Beth Crouch at Community Action Southwest office at 150 West BeauStreet, Suite 304, Washington, PA.

Thomas Christian Preschool is now accepting registration for the 2011-2012school year. Thomas Christian Preschool offers classes for children ages three through

five. Our curriculum includes kindergarten readiness activities, art, music, science, mathand Gross Motor play. The Three-Year Old classes meet Monday, Wednesday and Thursdayand the Four Year Old Classes meet on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.We also have a Thomas Two’s All programs encourage the discovery and sharing of God'slove for us!

For further information, please call Terri Kleinhans at 724-745-6996.

Thomas Christian Preschool Accepting Registrations

Caring for "Baby" Teeth Is Not Child's Play(NewsUSA) - Childhood cavities seem inevitable -; nearly every kid gets one at some point or another -; and baby teeth aren't per-

manent, so it's no big deal if kids occasionally skip brushing and flossing, right? Pediatric dentists disagree. Despite the common beliefthat baby teeth aren't important, taking care of children's teeth will help them develop healthy adult smiles.

Baby teeth serve the same important functions as adult teeth; kids use them to chew and speak. On top of that, baby teeth preservethe structure of the gumline and "save space" for adult teeth to grow.

When a permanent tooth is ready to erupt, the baby tooth above it loses its root, becomes loose and falls out, leaving room for theadult tooth to emerge. If that empty space is too small or nonexistant, the adult tooth will push

other teeth out of the way or come out in the wrong place. One out-of-place tooth can affectthe placement of other teeth, resulting in maloccluded, or crooked or crowded teeth.

Maloccluded teeth are more difficult to clean and more prone to disease. They may requireexpensive orthodontic treatment to correct, and can affect children's self-esteem.

Childhood cavities can affect the health of adult teeth as well. Cavities are caused bybad bacteria that live in the mouth, and those bacteria don't disappear when baby teeth

fall out. Adult teeth will face the same conditions that a child's baby teeth did.Some oral care products can help young children keep their mouths

healthy, even if they lack the dexterity to be expert brushers and flossers. For exam-ple, an oral care probiotic chew, such as EvoraKids (www.myevorakids.com), willprovide good bacteria to the mouth. Good bacteria adhere to chewing surfaces,where they compete with harmful oral bacteria for nutrients and space. Because badbacteria have less room to grow, they also have less room to attack teeth.

Parents can ensure that their children have healthy adult mouths bydemonstrating good oral hygiene from the start.Parents should teach their children to brush and floss,provide healthy foods and schedule regular check-upswith a pediatric dentist.

Baby teethdetermine theplacement ofadult teeth.

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AutomotiveKeeping Your Car Battery On Track For Winter

(NAPSI)-Preventing a frozen battery in the winter is easierthan you may think if you take some time to check out the situ-ation before nasty weather sets in.

To ensure that your car battery starts dependably, no matterhow outrageous the weather, Interstate Batteries cold weatherexpert Gale Kimbrough offers some simple tips to protect yourcar battery against severe cold conditions:

• Test the starting power: The cold weather can dramaticallyreduce a battery’s available starting power, so have the vehicle’sstarting and charging system tested every three months or everyoil change.

• Charge the battery: Use a battery charger to maintain chargelevels and keep the battery in good condition. If the battery ismore than three years old, it should be tested to make sure it cansurvive the coldest winter months.

• Test the battery: Have the battery tested before taking a longtrip or after it’s been recharged.

• Inspect the battery cables, posts and fasteners: Preparingyour car for the winter doesn’t end with the battery itself. Youneed to inspect your battery cables, posts and fasteners. Makesure the cables are in good shape and are secured firmly to thebattery. Corrosion keeps power from flowing freely from the bat-

tery, reducing the power that is available to start the car. • Keep it clean: Clean the battery terminals with a wire

brush or spray some battery cleaner on the terminals.In just 30 seconds, Interstate All Battery Center loca-

tions can provide motorists with a free printout analysisof their vehicle’s battery condition-from projected batterylife to cranking performance. It’s important to have thebattery and electrical system checked by a professional.Sometimes the naked eye cannot detect the presence ofcorrosion because it is hidden under the metal betweenthe connection and the post.

A fully charged battery is the best defense against coldweather and vehicle nonstarts because engines requiremore cranking amps in colder weather. The cold alsoreduces a battery’s efficiency, reducing its charge accept-ance and ability to start an engine. An engine at 32degrees Fahrenheit often demands more than 150 percentcranking power from the battery than it does at 80degrees. At 0 degrees Fahrenheit, it can be 250 percent.

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How Homeowners Reap Rewards(NAPSI)-Homeownership is

how many American familiesaccumulate wealth. One reason isthat homeowners can take advan-tage of tax benefits such as themortgage interest deductionevery year at tax time and capitalgains exclusions when they selltheir home.

Over the long term, homeown-ers also tend to accumulate equi-ty, which contributes to a notableincrease in their personal networth. The most recent data fromthe Federal Reserve Board showsa homeowner’s net worth is 46times that of a renter’s.

“There’s a reason homeowner-ship is called the AmericanDream,” said National Asso-ciation of Realtors® president, Vicki Cox Golder. “People who buy within their means withthe intent to stay in their homes for more than a few years have the opportunity to buildlong-term financial stability. Homeownership is the first rung on the ladder to buildingwealth, both socially and financially. A fixed-rate mortgage might last 15 to 30 years; rent-ing is forever.”

Beyond financial considerations, many people become homeowners to help their fami-lies. Nearly four out of 10 recent buyers had at least one child under age 18, and academ-ic studies show homeownership promotes lower juvenile delinquency rates, lower teenpregnancy rates and higher student achievement.

Homeowners can make their houses more attractive and comfortable and increase thevalue at the same time. Websites such as HouseLogic.com can provide tips, home improve-ment advice and how-tos that can inspire homeowners and help them maintain andenhance their home’s value.

FOR EXAMPLE, HOUSELOGIC.COM SUGGESTS THESE EASY WAYSTO IMPROVE YOUR HOME’S CURB APPEAL:

Paint it. A new paint job will renew your home’s facade.Wash it. Pressure washing particularly makes the house look bright and clean at a frac-

tion of the cost of having the house painted.Trim the shrubs and green up the yard. Cut down overgrown bushes and replace them

with leafy plants and annuals. Add a splash of color. It could be a flower bed, new paint for the front door or a bright-

ly colored bench on the front porch.Add a fancy mailbox and house numbers. An upscale mail box and architectural house

numbers or an address plaque can give your house a distinctive look.Repair or clean the roof. Stains and moss can be handled with professional cleaning. Put up a fence. A picket fence with a garden gate to frame the yard is an asset. Perform routine maintenance and cleaning. Fix hanging gutters, replace missing bricks

on the walkway and make your house shine.

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HOME & GARDEN

People looking to sell or buy real property should serious-ly take into consideration the various inspections that arelikely to be asked for when an offer is negotiated. It is impor-tant to remember that there is no such thing as a “perfect”house. There are, however, many “ideal” properties for theright buyer. At issue are material defects, significant safetyrisks and issues over and above normal maintenance items.Inspection have been a normal part of a real estate transac-tions for decades, the only thing that changes are the varietyof types as we learn more as a society.

General home, wood infestation, radon, mold, septic sys-tems and non-public water systems are typical inspectionsthat will be asked for by the buyer. Almost all real estateagents will counsel their buyers to have inspections per-

formed so the buyer knows and understands what they willbe facing as far a costly repairs, treatments or mitigation.Some real estate agents are beginning to recommend thatsellers have inspections done for themselves before listingtheir property so they are in a stronger negotiating positionand are not blind-sided with costly repairs after accepting anoffer. Whoever ordered the inspection, whether it is the sell-er or the buyer, should attend the inspection so the inspectorcan point out issues and even give some advice about how toproperly maintain the home.

Other issues regarding a property's condition involve gov-ernmental Building Codes, which can become quite expen-sive issues when a property hasn't been brought up to mod-ern standards for a long time. Some items may even effect thebuyer's ability to secure financing to complete the sale.

As part of the inspection phase of a typical real estate trans-action, the seller agrees to give access to the property for theinspections to take place. Inspections must be conductedwithin a specific time frame, usually 10 to 15 days or so, bycertified or licensed professionals, not an unqualified friend,associate or relative. We believe the sooner, the better. This issimply because people's lives are in the balance. Buying orselling a home is a big deal and not knowing for certain whatthe future holds is intimidating for everyone involved!

General Home Inspectors can only inspect what they cansee. They will give a written report regarding the conditionof every visible aspect of the home, such as electrical andplumbing systems, roof, flashing, chimneys, gutters, down-spouts, appliances, basements, walls, siding and the list goeson. The typical home inspection report is a lengthy docu-ment that includes pictures and descriptions.. People shouldfocus their attention on the summary pages where most

Inspectors will outline what they perceive as issues. Theywill often report on the side of caution by suggesting that aspecific type of professional such as an electrician, plumberor structural engineer be contacted for further evaluation orrepairs. Most General Home Inspectors can also performWood Infestation Reports and conduct Radon Testing. Somecan perform other tests, but for mold, lead based paint,asbestos, septic water and other issues, a report-specific pro-fessional is generally contracted with.

As stated before, inspections are a normal part of process-ing most real estate transactions, however there are someexceptions. If someone is considering purchasing propertythrough Sheriff’s sale, auction or foreclosure, things becomeslightly different. If the property is marketed in “AS IS” con-dition, such as a typical foreclosure, there may be no oppor-tunity at all to conduct any inspections, or, if there is, theowner will not likely contribute to any repairs at all. Havingan inspection contingency in the Agreement of Sale may onlygive the buyer a way out of the sale if the results of theinspection are unacceptable.

So, when you are thinking of buying or selling, considerwhat inspections are important to you for a particular prop-erty. And remember, our staff here at CENTURY 21 FrontierRealty is here to guide you through the myriad of decisionsto be made every step of the way.

For further information we invite you to contact any ofour CENTURY 21 Frontier Realtysales professionals today!

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Recent Local Real Estate Transactions

UNION TOWNSHIPChristopher Stants Edward Letender 22 Aber Road $20,000.Rodney Firanski JPMC Specialty Mortgage LLC 19 Jefferson St. $1,137 by sheriff's deed.Gary Williams Frank Stevens 6115 Roy St. $85,000.Donald Bucich John Tiani 207 Airport Road $125,000.Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Edward Vogt 25 Pumpkin Center Road $50,000.Estate of Merle Yohe Thomas Androsky Jr. 28 Aber Road $110,500.Daniel Lauffer Michael Revetta 6610 Shady Ave. $124,900.Maronda Homes Inc. Leslie Applegate 131 Tuscany Estates Drive $208,150.

FINLEYVILLEWilliam Milesky Daniel and Robin Mulkern 3509 Lincoln Ave. $39,000.

NEW EAGLEWashington County Tax Claim Bureau 118 Union New Eagle Trust 118 Union Ave. $1,911 by sheriff's deed.Helen Simoncelli et al. Andrew Guarino 116 Fourth Ave. $91,500.

MONONGAHELAWashington County Tax Claim Bureau Redd Box LLC W. Main St. $9,000.Michelle Gaidos Ashley Simboli 417 Jackson St. $42,421.Michelle Matthews Sara Cassell 407 Grandview Ave. $82,000.Rebecca Presto Steven Griffith 725 Fourth St. $69,900.Stanley Burnisky Jr. Christopher and Richard O'Brien 626 Lincoln St. $35,000.TRD Properties LLC Joseph Rice 512-514 Railroad St. $16,000.Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Jeremiah McIntosh 121-1/2 Church St. $11,000.

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CARROLL TOWNSHIPWashington County Tax Claim Bureau Trolley Lane Trust 12 Trolley Lane $1,488 by sheriff's deed.Estate of Darleen Allridge Scott Zimmerman 15 Highland St. $77,000.Estate of Ann Plauchak Ronald Blackburn Jr. 1550 Route 2023 $25,000.Lana Shay Fowler US Bank NA 202 Donora Road $1,280 by sheriff's deed.Estate of Ronald Fransko David Rhodes Hoon St. $11,000.Paul Spesak Keith and Megan Swan 32 Sacred Heart Road $7,500.

ELIZABETH BOROUGHE. William Goettel trustee Christopher Kiger 601 S. Second Ave. $31,000.Donald Bowser estate et al. Monica Douglas 119 S. Second Ave. $4,400

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $153,900) by sheriff's deed.Jay Haris Feldstein Elizabeth Methodist Church 400 S. Second Ave. $24,000.William Yohe Ronald and Pearl Glos Eighth Ave. $8,200.Dante Bizzozero et al. Meredith Roman 410 Ekin St. $60,000.

ELIZABETH TOWNSHIPRobert Rendulic Jr. Paul and Carol Murphy 317 Donna Drive $124,900.Jason Dull Philip Larcinese III and Amy Lynn Larcinese 114 Helena Drive $209,000.Joseph Taylor May Katherine May 274 Lincoln Hall Road $1

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $26,390).Estate of Michael Basinski Jr. Jay Hoar 215 Milton St. $37,000.Dolores Sleasman Haley and Derek Kelly 508 Rock Run Road $85,000.James DiClaudio Lenny DiClaudio 2620 Douglas Run Road $1

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $37,178).Estate of Verla Grimes Paul and Shane Marraccini 611 Elizabeth Ave. $49,900.John Kisielnicki III Vincent and Valerie Harvey 902 Old Hills Road $187,500.Russell Peckman Thomas Tomsic 895 Peairs Road $89,400.John Peters EMC Mortgage Corp. 128 Cross St. $3,021 by sheriff's deed.Herbert Ross US Bank NA trustee 2638 Douglas Run Road $1,644 by sheriff's deed.Estate of Bernadette Weiskircher Kenneth Chotiner Jr. 511 Elmview Drive $115,000.David Frederick Cullen George and Christine Vaux 824 Pinecrest Drive $102,000.Quail Creek Development Co. LLC Dennis and Victoria Kampas 505 Princess Drive $30,000.Robert Whiteman Brittney D'Alessandro and Donald Gratton Jr. 222 Williamsburg Drive $155,000.Donald Wilding Jr. Patrick Harris 127 Bell St. $47,000.Elsie Schimpf Edward Campbell Jr. and Bette Rae Campbell 947 Cherry St. $25,000.Quail Creek Development Co. LLC Brian and Rebecca O'Shell Howell St. $45,000.Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. trustee John and Shirley Mooney 1474 Scenery Drive $119,000.

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CLAIRTONEstate of John Docktor Stuart Price 6704 McKinley Court $5,000.Ronald Werkmeister Dennis Rockot 5704 Soltis Drive $20,000.Lino Ferrari Paulette Boyd 721 East Drive $40,700.Federal National Mortgage Assn. Equity Trust Co. Custodian FBO Robin Farn 744 Large Ave. $7,400.Paul Cherepko Matthew and Linda Salim 3204 Miles Ave. $2,000.Estate of Jerome James Wilbur and Wandra Sparks 310 Waddell Ave. $1

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $79,924).Joshua Fetters Adriene Parsons 914 Gary Ave. $69,900.Debra Caley et al. David Scott 923 Miller Ave. $12,500.Daniel Sowa Robert Brown 509 St. Clair Ave. $8,000.

SOUTH PARKDavid Mills Eckhard and Gabrielle Kurbjuhn 5450 N. Broad St. $170,000.US Bank NA trustee Vincent and Nancy Marasco 1018 Westchester Road $140,000.Arthur Keebler Karen Lofe Hidden Ridge Court $8,500.Housing & Urban Development Kurt Michaelson 1905 Michren Circle $85,000.Amy Walsh Brian Doll 1032 Barnsley Drive $135,000.Irene Fidago Stephen Dykeman 1140 Hazel St. $86,000.Veterans Administration Gary and Catherine Raymond 1016 Jeff Drive $104,000.Charles Callahan Donald and Arlene Trost 1057 Old Post Road $241,900.Estate of Evelyn Potinga Kenneth Kennard and Janet Shepherd 952 Fredericka Drive $150,500.

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SOUTH PARKGerald Skrainy Brian and Catherine Fowlkes 2274 Helena St. $23,500.Ronald McDonald Maria Mervin 6555 Library Road $195,000.Andrew Hlavsa Brennan Knapik and Melissa Gardner Knapik 5433 N. Broad St. $145,000.Patrick Arceneaux Jason and Stacey Very 1721 Ridge Road $185,000.Federal National Mortgage Assn. Warren Capenos 3831 Grandview Ave. $18,000.Carol Lekwart Albert and Lisa Munsick 1139 Broughton Library Road $34,900.

PLEASANT HILLSTheodore aka Ted Semak Ann Wuenschel 272 Nantucket Drive $68,000.Estate of Marie Hartung Diane Susan Miller 288 Nantucket Drive $59,000.Cherie Frank Linda Sherry 246 Nantucket Drive $83,500.Robert Ross Sandra Pikula 307 Delano Drive $72,000.Mark Vasko Jr. Medim Husrefovic 512 Torwood Lane $124,000.

JEFFERSON HILLSWilliam Niznik Jr. John Justin and Nicole Purcupike 134 Cassia Drive $226,000.Worthington Plan L.P. Jack and Linda Booth Phillip Drive $35,000.Maronda Homes Inc. Andrew and Renee Baiano 260 Pointer Drive $270,749.Maronda Homes Inc. William and Anne Schlegel 261 Pointer Drive $257,949.Mildred Welker William Strang 1009 Fern Valley Road $135,000.NVR Inc. Marc and Elizabeth Potts Allemang 6040 Independence Drive $252,250.John Antonelli Joseph Booth Jr. 144 Klein Road $65,000.Kingsley Baldwin III Christopher and April Snyder 936 Old Clairton Road $127,000.Maronda Homes Inc. David and Robin Welsch 264 Pointer Drive $283,549.Southersby Development Corp. Patriot Pointe Homeowners Assn. Eisenhower Court $1

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $17,980).Southersby Development Corp. NVR Inc. Hamilton St. $40,000.NVR Inc. Travis and Sharbani Fullem 6059 Independence Drive $266,510.MB2K Development Inc. Costa Industries LLC Laurel Ridge Drive $54,900.Maronda Homes Inc. Tara Benkoski 244 Pointer Drive $235,750.Kristen Rotolo McCuen Brian and Jennifer Abercrombie 1415 S. Randolph Drive $118,000.Maronda Homes Inc. Raymond and Mary Ellen Gajski 248 Pointer Drive $314,174.Maronda Homes Inc. Jason and Desiree Krysinski 253 Pointer Drive $254,474.Estate of William Miller Howard and Sally McBride 1323 Route 885 $80,000.CPCA Trust 1 Novelli Properties LLC 100 Simpson Drive $30,000.James Bothwell PNC Bank NA 203 Springhouse Drive $193,301

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $350,900) by sheriff's deed.NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIPKenneth Will Robert and Marian Vaught 247 Arrowhead Lane $385,000.

PETERS TOWNSHIPBetty Jane Broderick Edward Federough Jr. and Yvonne Federough 510 Bebout Road $155,000.Haibin Yu Antonio Vincente LaCamera 312 Bunker Hill Drive $398,000.David Rittenhouse Shane and Heather Filer 318 Bunker Hill Drive $449,000.

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PETERS TOWNSHIPShane Filer Lisa Andrea Brewster 200 Kimber Drive $247,500.Howard Edgar Deborah and Robert Witkowski 118 Ridgeview Drive $296,000.NVR Inc. Richard and Joanne Jacobs 638 Scenic Ridge Drive $323,110.Robert Honse Judith Steeb 282 Scott Lane $115,500.Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Charles and Heather Lawton 105 Windsor Court $610,000.David Copeland Wells Fargo Bank 103 Brandywine Drive $1,194 by sheriff's deed.Guy Burgstahler Scott and Mina Pettit 212 Doubletree Drive $560,000

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $1,120,000).Wadwell Group NVR Inc. McIntosh Drive $103,000.NVR Inc. James and Tara Artman 621 Scenic Ridge Drive $404,075.Estate of Clara Lucille Fink James Donatelli and Mary Marget Wolfe 2898 Washington Road $50,000.Barbara Shuler et al. Marybeth and Craig Morris 380 Bower Hill Road $170,000.84 Lumber A & D Co. L.P. Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC 303 Buckingham Drive $175,000.NVR Inc. Mark and Jennifer Swasey 637 Scenic Ridge Drive $339,175.NVR Inc. Zachary and Christine Yost 639 Scenic Ridge Drive $287,275.Chartiers Holding LLC Chartiers Holding LLC 301 Village Green Drive $500,000.William Boyer et al. Hardy Credit Financing L.P. Bower Hill Road $600,000.W. Bennett Lewis Joseph and Jacqueline Carletti 125 Redwood Drive $175,000.Joseph Bruce Locastro David and Jennifer Goldbach 133 Bower Hill Road $295,000.Peters Twp Land Co. LLC Stambrosky Homes Inc. 304 Breaburn Drive $140,000.84 Lumber A & D Co. L.P. Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Buckingham Drive $135,000.Manosh John National Residential Nominee Services In 183 Delaware Trail $340,000.National Residential Nominee Services In Christopher Palmer 183 Delaware Trail $340,000.William Miller III Weichert Financial Services 324 Doubletree Drive $440,000.Weichert Financial Services David and Rebecca Sullivan 324 Doubletree Drive $440,000.Diane Snyder Michael McGrady 107 Kathy Ann Court $1

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $130,661).Nancy Polen Joshua and Melissa Stein 116 N. Heide Lane $422,900.Dorothy Bolinger Robert Bolander Jr. 211 Old Oak Road $30,000.John Zywan Kurtis Hardy and Candice Myrgo 325 Scott Lane $133,500.William Boyer et al. 84 Financial L.P. Sienna Trail $1,600,000.Michael Amodeo Wells Fargo Bank 246 Skyview Drive $1,097 by sheriff's deed.Jeffrey Schneider Andrew and Debra Clarke 107 Timber Lake Drive $370,000.Lois Mae Trax Sean Hummer 396 Turkeyfoot Road $137,000.Chartiers Holding LLC Val Bianco Jr. 301 Village Green Drive $128,000.84 Lumber A & D Co. L.P. Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC 124 Windermere Court $180,000.84 Lumber A & D Co. L.P. Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Windsor Court $125,000.84 Lumber A & D Co. L.P. Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Windsor Court $125,000.

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On January 10, 2011, the Pleasant HillsGarden Club, installed its officers for 2011 at atea. The tea was held at the Pleasant HillsBorough Building at 12:30 p.m., during the clubsregular monthly meeting. With the new officersin place, the club is excited to begin a year ofexciting programs and activities. The new offi-cers include, President Kay Ball, Vice PresidentAnne Hutchinson, Recording Secretary DoloresHowley, Treasurer Barbra Nero andCorrespondence Secretary Mary Lamb. A lovelycandle ceremony was conducted by Mary JaneMartucci, District X Director.

The club continues to look for people interest-ed in gardening, floral arranging, and horticul-ture to join. If you are interested in joining, thenext meeting will be held on February 14 at 12:30 p.m. at the Pleasant Hills BoroughBuilding, 410 E. Bruceton Rd., in the community room. The speaker will be Ann Talerek,Horticulturist and Designer at Fallingwater. Her topic is native trees and shrubs of WesternPennsylvania. If you are unable to attend or would like more information, please send an e-mail to Phillsgardenclub@gmail.com and a club member will get back to you.

(l-r) Norma Wright, Director, Mary Lamb, Barb Nero, Dolores Howley, Anne Hutchinson, and Mary Jane Martucci.

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Area Church News

Study The 7 Churches ofRevelation at Peters Creek Church

Join us for worship at Peters Creek Church,250 Brookwood Road, Venetia, as we studythe 7 churches of Revelation.

Saturday, 6:00 p.m. - ContemporaryWorship

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. - Traditional Worship Sunday, 11:00 a.m. - Blended Worship Sunday School, 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School

for all ages

Nativity Ash Wednesday Fish Dinner

Nativity Church of South Park is sponsor-ing an Ash Wednesday Fish Dinner onMarch 9. You can eat-in or take-out between4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dinners include fried orbaked fish, a choice of two sides, coffee ortea. Soft drinks and desserts are available at

an extra cost. There will be a 50/50, a treas-ure chest raffle and bake sale. For moreinformation, call 412-854-3133.

Wright’s United Methodist Church Events

Wright’s United Methodist church is hav-ing a family fun and game night February13 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Bring a covereddish to share and your favorite game.

Wright’s will be having a Pancake break-fast March 5th from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Processed will benefit Imagine No Malaria.Malaria kills a child every 45 seconds. Youcan end the suffering in Africa, join themovement. Make it real, visitwww.ImagineNoMalaria.org.

We will also be sponsoring a BenefitAuction in April. We need items for the auc-tion. If you have any clean usable items todonate for a worthy cause, please contactthe church at 724-348-5718.

Center Presbyterian Church in McMurray Invites Public

to Service

The public is invited to attend Sundaymorning church services at CenterPresbyterian Church. Services are held at8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. with communionalways served at the early service. Thechurch is located at 255 Center ChurchRoad in McMurray and supports a largenumber of missions and outreach programs.Sunday school classes for all ages begin at9:45 a.m. Sunday mornings.

The church also has a very active juniorand senior high youth group. The E100Bible Challenge program continues whichencourages reading of the Bible using 100selected passages from the Old and NewTestaments.

For more information, please call 724-941-9050.

Join us For a Study of Paul’sLetters to the Corinthian Church

During the 1st Century, the church inCorinth struggled with the influences oftheir cultural environment. Sound familiar?Join us for a conversation about Paul andhis instructions and inspiration to thechurch of Corinth as well as the churches ofthe 21st century.

Two options are available:Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. inWrights UMC Fellowship Hall startingJanuary 26; Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m.at Edwards Chapel beginning February 1. Remember that no experience is necessary.No prior Bible Study or Sunday Schoolexperience is required or expected. Justcome hungry for the word of God.

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Gospel MusicGroup “The Perrys” in Concert at NewBeginningsChurch of Godof Prophecy

The Perrys will be in concert at New Beginnings Church of God of Prophecy in NewEagle, PA on Friday, February 25. The Concert will start at 7:00 p.m. Local SouthernGospel Quartet, Crimson Stream, will be opening for them that evening.

The Perrys are known as one of the top groups in Southern Gospel Music today. Inthe 40 years that the

Perrys have been on the road, sharing with audiences night after night, God has beenfaithful to provide them with everything they need to build their ministry into what itis today. From the moving lyrics of traditionally based songs, talented vocalists andmusicians, to a genuine heart for the people touched so deeply by their music, through-out the years the Perrys have proven that they have what it takes to rise to the top ofSouthern Gospel music, and what a journey it has been.

The concert is free and a love offering will be taken. The church is located at 411 4thAvenue, New Eagle, PA. For more information, please contact the church at 724-310-3416.

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Riverview Baptist Church InvitesYou to a Free Dinner

Riverview Baptist Church invites you to aenjoy a free meal on Thursday, February 10from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The church is locat-ed at 405 Main Street, New Eagle, PA. Freedinners will be offered the second Thursdayof each month, so watch for future dates!Hope to see you there! If you have questionsabout the ministries of Riverview BaptistChurch, or if you desire prayer for any rea-son, please contact Pastor Moses at 724-258-8976.

February Events at St. Peter’sEpiscopal Church

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church inBrentwood will hold a Hearts Tournamenton February 19 at 7:00 p.m. There will beprizes for first, second, and third place win-ners, and practice sessions will take placebetween the Sunday services startingJanuary 16. Please let us know you plan toattend.

The church is located at 4048 BrownsvilleRoad, overlooking Brentwood TowneCenter, near Rt. 51. Please call the church at412-884-5225 or visit our website atwww.stpetersbrentwood.org.

Winter Programs at Peters CreekBaptist Church

Peters Creek Baptist Church in SouthPark will hold the following upcomingevents:

Women’s Daytime Bible Study meetsevery Tuesday from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. inRoom 203 to explore the book “SteppingUP-Psalms of Ascent” by Beth Moore.Childcare is available but all children mustbe pre-registered.

The Women’s Evening Bible Study meetsevery Tuesday from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. inRoom 204 featuring the book “LivingBeyond Yourself: Exploring The Fruit ofThe Spirit” by Beth Moore. Men’s Bible Study meets every Tuesdayfrom 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the South PlaceBuilding. Gather with other Christian menin a relaxing and encouraging atmospherewith relevant discussions and Bible study. Wednesday Night Groups meet everyWednesday night starting September 22from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Classes are offered forinfant through Kindergarten, Elementary(grades 1-5), Middle School (grades 6-8),and adults. “Divorce Care” meets every Thursday from6:30 - 8:00 p.m. beginning February 3rd.The 13-week video driven support group isfor those experiencing separation anddivorce. Cost of the program is $20. “Grief Share” meets every Saturday from9:30 - 11:00 a.m. starting on February 5th.The 10-week video driven support group isfor people recovering from loss due to adeath.

Community Beast Feast at West Elizabeth UMC

West Elizabeth United Methodist Churchis hosting the community’s first ever “BeastFeast” on Saturday, February 19 at 5:00p.m. A collaboration between CrossRoadsCommunity Church of Jefferson Hills,Olivet Presbyterian Church, and WestElizabeth United Methodist Church, theevent is a potluck unlike any other. Huntersare invited to bring their best dish fromtheir hunted catch. Awards will be given fortastiest dish among others. This event isopen to the public. For more informationcontact Rachel Slonaker at 412-384-9278or rachel@crossroadsofjeffersonhills.com.

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Badlands Bar & Grille724-348-80303540 Washington Ave, Finleyville5 - Run For Cover6 - Super Bowl Party12 - Solid Alibi19 - Sea of Heads26 - The Nancy McKeen Bluz MachineTuesdays - Texas Hold ‘Em and FreePoolWednesdays - Free Juke BoxThursdays - DJ/KaraokeFridays - DJ

Baltimore House412-653-9332176 Curry Hollow Rd, Pleasant HillsThursdays - KaraokeFridays - DJSaturdays - DJSundays - Karaoke

Bootsie’s Bar412-672-1120699 O’Neil Blvd, McKeesportWednesdays - Ladies NightThursdays - DJ Craig

Denny’s Roadhouse724-258-62323431 Rt. 136, Finleyville(corner of Ginger Hill Rd. & Rt. 136)Mondays - Saturdays Exotic/LingerieBarmaids 6-10 and 10-2Sundays - Exotic/Lingerie Barmaids

Eck’s Restaurant & Lounge724-310-35701574 Fourth Street, Monongahela3 - No More Johnny 8:00 - 12:004 - White Rose Karaoke 9:00-1:00

6 - Super Bowl Tailgate Party 3:00 PM13 - Bar Bingo 6:0018 - Guest Bartenders- BenefitsMonongahela and Charleroi K-9 Units5:30 - 9:0018 - White Rose Karaoke 9:00-1:0020 - Bar Bingo 6:0025 - White Rose Karaoke 9:00-1:0027 - Bar Bingo 6:00Drink Specials during all PenguinsGames

Elrama Tavern412-384-36301520 Rt 837, Elrama12 - Eldorado Kings18 - Full Moon Party25 - Todd JonesTuesdays - Bar Bingo for Pens tickets

Freddie’s II412-833-18302789 South Park Road, Bethel Park5 - Flounder12 - Desperados19 - The Henhouse Roosters26 - DesperadosWednesdays - Texas Hold ‘EmTournament 7:30PMThursdays - Magician Jason Christopher6:30-8:30PMSaturdays - Live Entertainment everySaturday night, 9pm - midnight

Hey Andy Sportsbar and Lounge724-258-47551221 W Main St, Monongahela4 - Black Dog Hollow5 - Jinx11 - A-Z Karaoke12 - The Klick18 - Hammerlane19 - Broken Spoke

25 - DJ26 - Bill Ali BandThursdays - A-Z DJ/Karaoke

Hot House Tap and Grille724-258-4212807 Dry Run Road, MonongahelaEntertainment 9:00PM - 1:30AMTuesdays - KaraokeWednesdays - Open Stage 7PM all musi-cians welcomeFridays - Top 40 DJ MusicSaturday - Karaoke

The Hunting Lodge724-348-79843529 Washington Ave, FinleyvilleFridays - Free Juke Box 8-closeSaturdays - Free Juke Box 8-close

The Kickstand Bar & Restaurant412-384-30801100 Hayden Blvd5 - Stone Horse12 - Karaoke19 - Karaoke26 - Lize

Pit Stop Bar and Grille412 -384 -74871473 Rt. 837, ElramaSaturdays - Free Juke Box 9-1

River House Cafe724-565-5700506 McKean Ave., CharleroiEntertainment - 9:30PM -1:30AM5 -Hammer Lane12 - Citizens of Fierce19 - Coal Center String Band26 - Dirty Sanchez

Rockin’ Willies Roadhouse724-745-88442476 Washington Road (Rt. 19 South),CanonsburgTuesdays - Jam Night with the Jam Bandand occasional appearance by DonCappa The Guitarman. All singers andmusicians welcome

Roy’s By The Tracks724-348-71183710 Rt. 88, Finleyville4 - Verity’s Lie11 - Refuge18 - The Bill Ali Band25 - Fynal Tyme IITuesdays - Jam Night w/ Bill CouchWednesdays - Karaoke w/ BrettSaturdays - Karaoke w/ RickieokeSundays - Karaoke w/ Rickieoke

The Trolley Stop Inn412-835-96006247 Library Rd, Bethel ParkFridays - Magician Jason Christopher 7-9PM

Valley Hotel412-233-98001004 New England Hollow Rd Intersectionof 837/Coal Valley Rd, Jefferson Boro5 - Mark Cyler and Lost Coin12 - Brian Loosz19 - Shot of SoulFridays - Open Stage Night - all musi-cians welcome

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Pets(NAPSI)-The cold-weather months aren’t just

hard on humans. Pets can also be affected by thechilly temperatures.

Keeping pets safe and happy when it’s cold isa major concern for all pet owners. MarcMorrone, renowned pet expert and host ofHallmark Channel’s “Petkeeping with MarcMorrone” (airs weekdays at noon), is a modern-day Dr. Dolittle and Martha Stewart’s go-to guyin the world of four-legged and winged beasts,from dogs to cats and rabbits to parrots.

On his show, Marc reveals what viewers needto know about caring for their pets, and beloware Marc’s top tips for winter pet care:

• When fitting dogs with boots andsweaters, make sure to practice inside yourhome first. If your pets aren’t comfortablewalking around the house in their gear, theywill not be comfortable in the outdoors.

• Don’t forget about the wild animals in the

winter. Placing a bird feeder outside your win-dow can mean the difference between life anddeath for a little songbird.

• Keep antifreeze out of reach of pets. It isextremely toxic. Marc cannot stress thatenough.

• If you live in an apartment building or co-op, petition the board to only use pet-safedeicer on the sidewalks and courtyard walk-ways throughout the winter.

• If you own a reptile, keep extra heat lampson hand during the winter months in case oneblows out during a holiday or snowstorm andyou can’t get out to replace the bulb.

• In the winter, dry air causes dogs and catsto shed quite a bit. To combat this, brush yourpet daily and add raw flaxseed oil to your pet’sfood (1 teaspoon for every 10 lbs. of your pet’sweight). This will help reduce dryness of theskin.

In every episode of “Petkeeping with MarcMorrone,” customers stop by with pet in handseeking Marc’s advice on every topic from com-mon cat/dog misconceptions to how to keepchildren and pets safe and happy while livingunder the same roof. This season, he looks atplus-size pets, baby pets, older pets, high-maintenance pets and more. He made hisnational TV debut in 1998 on Martha’s showafter she spotted him on a New York cableaccess show. The author of five books, Marcalso writes a syndicated pets column forNewsday, hosts “Ask Marc, the Petkeeper” onMartha Stewart Living Radio and has a weeklyshow on News 12 New York called “AnimalIsland.”

For more information on “Petkeepingwith Marc Morrone,” please visit the websitewww.hallmarkchannel.com/petkeepingwith-marcmorrone.

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Q: We are getting through winter O.K. But inthe spring, I need to start looking for a placethat specializes in Memory care for my Mom.Can you please give me a couple of ideas onknowing when the time is right to move Momout of the house she has lived in since I was achild?

A: People in the early stages of memory loss recognizetheir need for more assistance with personal care and activi-ties. However, most people with memory problems do not ini-tiate a move or move voluntarily. Often, their insight intotheir own behavior and needs has been impaired. This is a common result of the braindamage caused by diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or mild cognitiveimpairment.

Thus, it is usually the family of the person with memory problems who will recognizethe need to move, find a place, and make the final decision.

The decision of when your relative might move depends on your personal situation.Although there are no magic signs to tell you “this is the right time, “many caregiversmove their loved one to Arden Courts for one or more of the following reasons:

• The amount of supervision and assistance needed by the relative with memory loss isto exhausting for the caregiver.

• Family members are not able to provide the necessary level of care due to family obli-gations or geographic distances.

• The person with memory loss is no longer safe in his/her current residence.• The caregiver is unable to keep up with both family and work responsibilities.• Emergency and crisis situations for the caregiver or the person with memory loss

have arisen.• The current level of services is not enough, too expensive, or is too difficult to arrange

and sustain.

If you and your family are having one or more of these experiences, it may be time to startinvestigating other care options including a personal care home.

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Q: My 9-year-old daughter’s recent report cardshowed her BMI (body mass index) as above theappropriate range for her age group. Whatshould I do?

A: First of all, what you should NOT do is start talking to yourchild about losing weight, which can have a negative effect on herself-esteem. In fact, with prepubescent children who are over-weight, the goal is to help them maintain their weight and even-tually grow into it. The best way to help them successfully do thisis to create a healthy, positive family environment – emotionally,nutritionally and physically. That means it IS important to talkregularly about making healthy food choices, to limit screen timeand to make an effort to do fun activities together as a family. There are also family-focusedprograms you and your child can participate in, such as the Happy Kids, Smart Weight pro-gram starting in March at the Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center of The WashingtonHospital.

For more information, contact Rebecca Feist, MS, Fitness Operations Director at the Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness

Center of the Washington Hospital at 724-250-5249.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Rebecca FeistFitness Operations Director

Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center

Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center

240 Wellness WayWashington, PA 15301

724-250-5212www.wrcameronwellness.org

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Q: Why isn't my home selling?

A: If you answered price, you would be right! Buyers alwaysthink the value of your house is less than the price you want.And anything is only worth what the buyer is willing to pay andthe seller is willing to accept.

Arriving at the “right” price is difficult. If you are diligent inhiring a professional agent, you can get a lot closer to that num-ber. Your Northwood Agent can provide you with a CompetitiveMarket Analysis (CMA). This report will break down the salesprice of homes that are similar to yours in location, size, age andcondition.

At Northwood Realty Services, we have been helping people buy and sell homes inWestern Pennsylvania for more than half a century. We are committed to making buyingand selling a home easier.

Our Sales Associates are ready to assist you every step of the way by providing the bestservice to both home buyers and home sellers.

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EYE CARE

Q: What types of eye surgery can be performed at an Ambulatory Surgery Center?

A: Most eye procedures can be performed at an AmbulatorySurgery Center. The most common are cataract and eyelid sur-geries. The recovery time for both surgeries is rapid andalmost immediately improves your vision. Now is a great timeto have your cataracts, eyelids and other eye concerns evaluat-ed. Having your eye care needs addressed before summer,allows you to enjoy all your outdoor activities at the best visionpossible. Many glaucoma and corneal problems can also besafely treated, for example, removal of corneal lesions, shunts,lasers and various types of corneal transplants are routinely performed here by our boardcertified surgeons.

Q: Can my retina surgery also be performed at Southwestern Ambulatory Surgery Center?

A: Yes, we have a world-renowned board certified specialist at Southwestern AmbulatorySurgery Center. There's no need to travel to Pittsburgh to have your surgery. The retinalsurgeon at Southwestern Ambulatory Surgery Center is one of the most experienced in theTri-state area. Call Southwestern Ambulatory Surgery Center with questions regardinginformation on eye or other surgical specialties, or for a second opinion, at 412-469-6964.

Surgery, when needed, is one of the safest and most effective surgical procedures per-formed in the United States. However, surgery no matter how successful, does not comewithout risk. This is why it is imperative to undergo this procedure with a board certi-fied, fellowship trained cataract surgeon. Often times, cataracts can be watched as sur-gery is an elective decision and rarely is an emergency.

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School News

MCRS Students Celebrate the Holidays

Madonna Catholic Regional

SCHOOL NEWSMCRS Students Help the

Homeless Through Operation Safety Net

MCRS students donned Steelers shirts or Spirit Wear for a donation to Operation Safety Net. A group of students pose for a picture before class.

Second graders Eva Vogt and Matthew Harrisbuild snowmen using marshmallows, coconut,pretzel sticks and candies. The students then

enjoyed eating the treats!

MCRS 4th Graders pose for a picture in their holiday shirts.

MCRS Winter Concert a Big Success!

Kindergarten has their share of "stars" includingJacob Umbel, Brenna LaMendola, Katie

Brady-Bishop, and Morgan Walsh.

Madonna Catholic Regional School's WinterConcert brought joy to all in attendance.

Pictured above are some of the first gradeangels: Gabriella Serrao, Alina Bianchi, Savana

Rinchetti, and Kylie Skorvan. Fourth graders Cole Bianchi, Anthony Romasco,

and Dylan Cole are all smiles!

Madonna Catholic Regional Schoolraised $1,238 for Operation Safety Net, aprogram which provides shoes for thehomeless. Each grade K-8 was assigned ashoe color, and was awarded a shoe to beplaced on a Christmas tree for every $10.00they raised.

Pictured above are 7th graders Maggie Rider andMatt Agostoni hanging shoes on the Christmas

Tree as part of Operation Safety Net.

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St. Joan of Arc 2011-2012 School Year Registration BeginsRegistration for preschool and K-8 began on Monday, January 31. Registration will

be from 8:30-2:30 daily. Re-registration papers will be sent home with current studentson the Monday, January 31. In addition, there will be a Preschool/Kindergarten OpenHouse on Tuesday, February 22 at 7:00 p.m. Prospective families are welcome.

When registering please be sure to bring:A. Original birth certificateB. Baptismal certificateC. Social security cardD. Up-to-date immunization recordAll original records will be returned to you during registration.

There’s always something happening at St. Joan of Arc School. Check us out at 412-833-2433 or at mysjaschool.org.

SJA JV Boys basketball team won their first game by beating Bishop Leonard St. Maryof the Mount Academy (BLSMMA) by a score of 20 - 17. High scorer for the game wasforward Carlos Jess with 7 points. Guard Joey Belmont scored 6 points. The game wastied until the 3rd quarter when the St. Joan of Arc Saints took advantage of BLSMMAfull court press and scored 10 points in the quarter. The boys JV team consists of play-ers from grade 4-6. Way to go Saints.

St. Joan of Arc Boys JV Get Their First Win

Pictured with Iceburgh, the Pittsburgh Penguins Mascot, is theSt. Joan of Arc School student body and faculty.

Pictured with Iceburgh is St. Joan of Arc School’s Class of 2011, from left to right, Lauren Gamrat,Megan Caracciolo, Katie Seibert, Jennifer Carletto, Roberta “Bobbie” Garrity, and Andrea Krajina.

A recent surprise visit by the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Mascot "Iceburgh" was the highlightof St. Joan of Arc School’s yearbook candid day. As part of the 8th grade’s role in creatingthe annual school yearbook, the class chose to play on the theme “Class of 2011” and ded-icated the focus to the Pittsburgh Penguins player, Jordan Staal # 11. With the Penguinsout of town for a game, Iceburgh was the perfect team representative to play out this year’stheme.

Penguin Mascot "Iceburgh" Visits St. Joan Of Arc School

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SCHOOL NEWS

CongratulationsEFHS WinterQueen and

Winter King!Congratulations to

Winter Queen JadeMcClintock and WinterKing Brandon Hill. Thecrowning of the HighSchool Winter Queen andWinter King took placeon Saturday, January 8, 2010 at the Omni William Penn in Pittsburgh.

National HonorSociety

Participates inCaring Team

Kickoff LuncheonThe Caring Team

Kickoff Luncheon washeld at Heinz Field onSeptember 28, 2010. The EFHS chapter of National Honor Society participates in raisingmoney for the Caring Team, a free service of Highmark for families of grieving children.The Co-Captains of the Caring Team are current Pittsburgh Steelers Max Starks, HinesWard, Retired Pittsburgh Steeler Merril Hoge, and WTAE Anchor Sally Wiggins. Studentsfrom the National Honor Society are Connor Kilgore, NHS Co-Vice President and HannahBartrug. From EFHS, National Honor Society Advisor and Guidance Counselor JosephMcManus, and Athletic Director Dennis Zieger.

EF High School Annual Christmas Toy Drive

Several of the ElizabethForward High School's Familyand Consumer Science classesheld their Annual Toy Drive,under the tutelage of Mrs. RebeccaFest, from mid November untilDecember 15th. There were manysmiling faces on Christmas morn-ing in the area due to the kindnessof EF students and theCommunity.

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SCHOOL NEWS

By Paul Chasko

Students at the GastonvilleElementary Center (GEC) puttogether quite a Christmas presentfor the Monongahela Area Library.They held a fundraiser that netted$400 for the Monongahela Libraryroof replacement project.

The library needs a new roof andstate cutbacks have made it neces-sary to look to other fundingsources. If the roof isn’t repairedsoon, the equipment and collectionwithin the building will be at risk ofruin. According to an announce-ment released by the MonongahelaLibrary Board of Trustees “TheMonongahela Library is a great learning resource and it’s a keystone in the way our com-munity perceives and values itself and is an indicator of our community’s future potential.– Please do not let this vibrant community resource wither from neglect.”

Children at GEC have responded. Teacher/Coach Joe Ravasio and some of his studentsat GEC came up with the idea of holding a special gym period right after the early dismissalthat kicked off the Christmas vacation on December 23. Each student would donate $3 ormore to stay for a special gym period for some hoops, soccer and other fun. Their parentswere also asked to provide transportation to get the children home. I'm not certain howmany kids stayed but it was a noisy crowd when I was there. Coach Ravasio, teacher ChadSisson and volunteer Earl Gilpin from the Rams Club were “officiating” a wild basketballgame and the kids were having a great time.

On January 11, Martha Ghilani (President of the Library Board of Trustees) was at GECto accept a $400 check and to thank the children for their donations.

Everyone in the community who has the means should consider assisting the library inthis effort. The library enriches the community in so many ways. The new roof will costnearly $40,000. The Library has received a $12,000 grant but is still a long way from itsgoal. Every donation will help. Follow the lead of the kids from GEC.

Mr. Sisson waits with the next team to take the gym floor for a game.

The Basketball game at the GEC fundraiserwasn’t pretty but it was fun. Mr. Gilpin and

Coach Ravasio are “officiating”.

The presentation: (Kneeling l to r) Angie Costello andDani Whittaker (standing l to r) Mr. Gilpin, CoachRavasio, Mrs. Ghilani, Michael Blozinski, JeremyWietryzykowski, Jacob Isenberg, Mr. Chad Sisson.

GEC Students Respond to a Call for HelpFundraiser to Help Monongahela Library Roof Project

Donora Elementary Center and Ringgold High School Awarded Grant

Donora Elementary Center and Ringgold High School have been award-ed a Highmark Healthy High 5 School Challenge Grant for $9,677 toimplement a program “Dance To Be Fit” using a Wii gaming system andthe popular Dance, Dance Revolution. With rates of childhood obesity onthe rise, this grant will support Ringgold’s efforts to help students adopthealthy behaviors that will last a lifetime. Ringgold High School’s programis expected to reach students in grades 10-12 during their daily physicaleducation classes. Donora Elementary Center’s program is used as theirexercise session for grades 3-5 during their once a week physical educa-tion class.

Ringgold School District Kindergarten Registration Registration for all children who plan to attend kindergarten or first grade for the

school term will be conducted in the Ringgold School District on March 8, 9, 10, 2011.Parents should not register children for the first grade if they are attending kindergartenin the Ringgold School District at the present time. These children have already been reg-istered.

A child registered for kindergarten for the 2011-2012 school term must be five beforeSeptember 1, 2011. Children who have not attended kindergarten and are to be registeredfor the first grade must contact the building principal and arrange to have their childrentested with the present kindergarten classes by April 2011. Ringgold School District hasadopted a policy regarding the early admission of children to kindergarten and first grade.Parents of children who do not meet the normal age requirements (age 5 by September 1for kindergarten and age 6 by September 1 for first grade) must request early admissionin writing by July 1, 2011. This request must be sent to the building principal. Parents areadvised that only exceptional children will be granted early admission.

Parents must present the child’s birth certificate or some proof of the child’s date ofbirth at the time of registration. Vaccination against small pox is no longer required foradmission to public schools in Pennsylvania, however, the following immunizationrequirements for all students entering school for the first time in either kindergarten orthe first grade are:

At least 4 doses of diphtheria and tetanus (one dose to be given on or after the 4thbirthday)

3 doses of polio (OPV or IPV) 3 doses of Hepatitis B vaccine 2 doses of measles vaccine (preferably MMR) 2 doses varicella (chicken pox) immunity, either from vaccination, history of disease or

lab testing Children will not be admitted to school for the 2011-2012 school term if they have not

been properly immunized. Due to the closing of Monongahela Elementary Center, parents/guardians with a mail-

ing address of Elrama or New Eagle should report to Gastonville Elementary Center forkindergarten registration.

The registration schedules are as follows: Tuesday, March 8 - Gastonville Elementary Center 724-348-7205Wednesday, March 9 - Monongahela Elementary Center 724-258-2911Thursday, March 10 - Donora Elementary Center 724-379-7600

Registration is scheduled from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. on theabove dates. Please bring your child with you to registration. In case of a 2 hour delay,registration will only occur in the afternoon. If you have any questions, please call thebuilding principal of the elementary school that your child will attend.

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On Monday, January 10, Peters Township Middle School and McMurray Elementary heldthe annual Spelling Bee for students in grades 6 - 8. Students qualified for the event by tak-ing a test of challenge words and the highest scoring students were asked to participate inthe Bee held at the Middle School.

Of the 25 students who began the Spelling Bee, the top speller of the day was 8th grad-er Alexander Franco who lasted 10 rounds to win the event. Finishing in second place was8th grader Nicholas Roberts, and 3rd place finishers were 6th grader McKenzieMendenhall, 7th graders Ran Zhuang and Lydia Maliackel.

Both Alex Franco and Nick Roberts will go on to represent Peters Township Schools inthe regional competition on March 19, held at UPMC Children's Hospital.

Pictured (l-r) Teacher Renee Brown, Nick Roberts, Alex Franco and teacher Matt Cheran.

Peters Township Spelling Bee Winners

PETERS TOWNSHIP

SCHOOL NEWS

Sharing Global Traditions

On Tuesday, December 21,students from Mrs. DulceMiller's High School Spanishclass visited third grade stu-dents at Bower HillElementary to share withthem some of what they hadlearned on their study ofSpanish culture.

The Spanish II studentsmade piñatas as part of theirstudy of the cultural aspectsof holiday celebrations inSpanish speaking countries. The High School students discussed the symbolism of thepiñatas and donated them to the District's two elementary buildings after their visit.Students in Peters Township begin their study of the Spanish language in first grade.

Middle School Literary Magazine Earns Honors The Middle School literary magazine, "Bits of Lit", has been recognized by the

American Scholastic Press Association with a first place award with special merit. In addi-tion, the publication was named Most Outstanding Middle School Literary-Art Magazinefor 2010 in this national contest.

The magazine features the writing and art of students in seventh and eighth grade andwas complied by a group of 16 eighth grade students who select the creative pieces, organ-ized them, and created the theme. Overall, there were 60 pieces of artwork including pho-tographs, clay, and paintings; and 200 literary works including poems, memoirs, and shortstories. The publication of the magazine was done under the direction of teachers CarlaMcCue and Renee Brown.

SCHOOL NEWS

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By - Samantha Milton

On January 4, a new restaurant “The Kitchen Table” was set for the firsttime on Rt. 88 in Finleyville. The building, which previously housed Kendra’sCafé, and El-J's Diner is located less than a mile down the road from the Rt.43 Turnpike overpass between New Eagle and Finleyville. The building hasnow become the pride and joy of new owners Margaret Dower-Arnold and herhusband Tony.

The couple, from Bethel Park, have high hopes for The Kitchen Table andtheir fun-loving cook, who goes by Chef Harter.

“All the food we serve here is made from love,” said Chef Harter. The menufeatures favorites such as prime rib, pulled pork and potato pancakes in addi-tion to an array of gourmet soups. It’s no surprise that the previous restaurantsin the building never really took to the area, but that’s where The KitchenTable stands different. The cozy atmosphere, quote filled walls and smilingfaces have something to set them apart from the rest even before the first bite.

“My dad owned and operated Dowers Tower in Southside for 46 years andI have a Business Degree, so I’ve been surrounded by the restaurant businessmy entire life,” explained Dower-Arnold. In addition to a full sit down menu,everything on the menu is also available for take-out. Catering is offered forall occasions as well.

The Kitchen Table comes as close to your own kitchen table as you can get,so stop in and try it out for yourself, you won’t be disappointed.

The Kitchen Table is located at 2130 State Route 88 Finleyville, PA 15332.The restaurant is open six days a week, and hours of operation are Tuesday,Wednesday, Sunday 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 7:00AM to 8:00 PM and closed on Monday. For take-out or more information call724-258-0700.

The friendly faces behind The Kitchen Table: Margaret Dower-Arnold and Tony Arnold

Grand Openings!Look what’s new in Town

The Table Has Been Set -Now Let's Eat!

The Kitchen Table Opens on Route 88

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FOOD & DINING

(NewsUSA) - Today'sbusy lifestyles leave littletime for basic cooking,and have led to a growingtrend of daily fast foodmeals -- for breakfast,lunch and dinner! Buteating healthy and cook-ing at home can fit with-in a busy lifestyle if youlearn to make quick, 15-minute meals.

Deana Gunn and WonaMiniati, authors of the"Cooking with TraderJoe's" cookbooks, are twomoms who found thatrecipe shortcuts are thekey to quick meals - andkicking the fast foodhabit.

"By taking fresh ingredients and strategi-cally coupling them with prepared itemsand shortcuts from the grocery store, wecan create healthy meals in a fraction of thetime it would take to make from scratch,"says Gunn.

Most markets now offer fresh, ready-to-use ingredients such as jarred sauces, cutveggies, bagged salads and marinated meats-- the key to these easy shortcuts. Here areGunn and Miniati's top 10 kitchen tips andtricks for cooking delicious and easy mealsat home, without compromising quality orresorting to the drive-through:

1. Use prepared sauces, from marinaras tocurries. Add vegetables or meats and sim-mer, or toss sauces with couscous or pasta.

2. Add everyday superfoods, like cannedbeans or pre-cooked lentils, to soups or sal-ads, or serve them over rice.

3. Pick up a fully cooked rotisserie chick-en. Use the leftovers in wraps or soups.

4. Perk up any meal with fresh herbs. Add

fresh basil to a simple pasta dish, cilantro toplain rice, or rosemary to roasting potatoes.

5. Toss a healthy salad in minutes usingwashed and bagged salad.

6. Salad dressings do double-duty as fastand flavorful marinades for chicken ormeats.

7. Transform boxed meals such as ricepilaf or mac-n-cheese by adding frozen veg-etables, ready-cubed pancetta or a littlecurry powder.

8. Put an end to greasy pizza delivery.Use ready-made dough to roll out quickpizza crusts that you can top with yourown favorite and healthy ingredients.

9. Customize cake and bread mixes toyour tastes. Add dried fruits and nuts to abread mix, or stir lemon and orange zestinto a plain white cake mix.

10. Plan simple recipes for the weekbefore going shopping. If you shop withmeals in mind, you'll save time and wastedgroceries.

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Hair Stylist needed for busy salon. Mail resumes to: KarenWilson City Salon, 1232 W. Main St., Monongahela, Pa15063. No phone calls please.___________________________________________Cooks and drivers wanted! Pitstop Bar and Pizza Shop.412-384-7487.___________________________________________CNA Caregiver needed, CNA or exp. preferred, part time forlovely elderly woman in Finleyville. Call Anne at 724-348-5162 for details.___________________________________________Part Time Experienced Cook Wanted - 412-233-2626.GRANDE'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT - WATERDAM PLAZA.LOOKING FOR WAITER/WAITRESS. CALL 724-941-9822.___________________________________________HELP WANTED! Part-Time Cook. 724-348-6607.___________________________________________

MYSTERY SHOPPERS! Earn up to $150 daily. Get paid toshop pt/ft. Call now 800-690-1272.___________________________________________

Child Care - Sunshine Kids is now hiring loving, energeticpeople who enjoy working with children. Part time or full timepositions available. Please call Tammy at 724-348-6565.___________________________________________THE JOB FOR YOU! $500 Sign-on-bonus. Travel the US withour young minded enthusiastic business group. Cash andbonuses daily. Call Jan 888-361-1526 today.___________________________________________ASSEMBLE MAGNETS & CRAFTS at home! Year-roundwork! Great pay! Call toll free 1-866-844-5091___________________________________________ACTORS/MOVIE EXTRAS - $150-$300/Day depending onjob. No experience. All looks needed. 1-800-281-5185-A103___________________________________________ASSEMBLE MAGNETS & CRAFTS FROM HOME! Year-round Work! Excellent Pay! Glue Gun, Painting, Jewelry, More!TOLL-FREE 1-866-844-5091___________________________________________Major national multi-line insurance carrier has localagencies for sale. Tremendous opportunity to own your ownbusiness. If interested, please call 877-258-9012. agency-forsalepa@aol.com___________________________________________

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Feel the difference with Nature’s Sunshine Products.Healthy Opportunities! www.mynsp.com/jrobbins or call: 412-708-7329 ___________________________________________Ensure 'Plus', choc., strawberry and vanilla. $25.00 a case.Call 724-348-4676.___________________________________________ATTENTION DIABETICS with Medicare. Get a FREE TalkingMeter and diabetic supplies at NO COST, plus FREE homedelivery! Best of all, this meter eliminates painful finger prick-ing! Call 888-450-6314___________________________________________Male Size Enlargement Gain 1-3 Inches Permanently. FDAMedical Vacuum Pumps. Testosterone, Viagra, Cialis. FreeBrochures (619) 294-7777 Ext.4. FREE PILLS! www.drjoelka-plan.com ___________________________________________ATTENTION SLEEP APNEA SUFFERERS with Medicare. GetFREE CPAP Replacement Supplies at NO COST, plus FREEhome delivery! Best of all, prevent red skin sores and bacter-ial infection! Call 888-440-8352___________________________________________

7-ft. artifical Balsam pine tree. 923 tips with 650 clearlights. Cash only. Asking $100 or best offer. 412-997-3869___________________________________________Men's Rockport walking shoes. Color: Bone. Size 10. Likenew condition. Paid $50, will sell for $20. 724-348-0506.___________________________________________8x11 Oriental rug. Very good condition. $150 or best offer.724-797-1723.

Cemetery lots. Lafayette Memorial Park. Garden of Serenity.4 lots at $5,400. Selling for $2,400. 724-938-7307.___________________________________________Country Bench - High back, Pine stain, hand crafted, accom-modates seating. $25 OBO. Call 724-322-2458.___________________________________________Keyboard - 45 key with stand and case, like new. $250 OBO.Call 724-322-2458.___________________________________________Ensure 'Plus', choc., strawberry and vanilla. $25.00 a case.Call 724-348-4676.___________________________________________Musical Instruments - violins and mandolins. Mint condi-tion. Suitable for student or professional. $200 - $850 orbest offer. 412-831-4786.___________________________________________Complete Wood Shop and 15-peice tools. 724-348-6250.___________________________________________Desk and headboard - Solid maple desk, 41L x 18 1/4W x29 1/2H, 4 drawers, no chair, $50.00. Solid cherry queen sizeheadboard $50.00. Both excellent condition. Call 724-348-4204.___________________________________________Air Mattress - Coleman Quickbed Inflatable Air Mattress.Never used, still in the bag. $30. E-mail if interested tomb5910@hotmail.com.___________________________________________100% Guaranteed Omaha Steaks - SAVE 64% on theFamily Value Collection. NOW ONLY $49.99 Plus 3 FREEGIFTS & right-to-the-door delivery in a reusable cooler, ORDERToday. 1-888-429-2366 mention code 45069CSK orwww.OmahaSteaks.com/print24___________________________________________Wine rack, solid oak $25; Luggage with wheels and handle$15; Trunk, vinyl, heavy duty 20x22x37 $20. 412-714-4642___________________________________________3 Jewelry Boxes - 3 ring jewelry shaped like a rose in silverplate, jewelry box by Godinger, silverplate and standard sizeoval lid; third jewelry box is silver plated square standard size.All 3 for $30.00. Call 412-417-5948 and ask for Char. All aresanitized, ready to use, good condition.___________________________________________

SURREY FOR SALE! 3-Seated, Horse Drawn: $1,500.• Horse Back Riding Lessons. • Riding Horses for Sale!www.logcabinstables.com. 724-787-4817

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Seeking energetic self-motivated individuals to manageday and evening shifts. Ability to multi-task. Strong leader-ship qualities and people skills. Duties include; phoneorder taking, operation of POS system, inventory and laborcontrol, oversee cooks and drivers. Fast food managementexperience preferred. Will train. Call 724-348-8844.

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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS - CLARINET, FLUTE, VIOLIN,Trumpet, Trombone, Amplifier, Fender Guitar $70. ea. Cello,Upright Bass, Saxophone, French Horn, Drums $190. ea.Tuba, Baritone, Others. 1-516-377-7907.___________________________________________DELL LAPTOP computer, super fast, excellent condition.Internal wireless card, DVD/CD+RW. Premium software bun-dle. Six month warranty. Original cost: $2175. Must sell:$399. 717-653-6314___________________________________________Broyhill Sofa like new, $100. Woodmark Swivel Rocker,$50. Schwinn Airdyne Exercise Bike, like new, $100. SharpCamcorder, like new, $50. Call 724-941-9342.___________________________________________Chairs (4) For Kitchen or Dining Room table. Wood.Excellent Condition. Beautiful vintage design. $100. (for all4). 724-648-5531.___________________________________________Super Single bed with bookshelf headboard and mirror.New mattress. $150. 724-258-9171.___________________________________________1988 Jayco 32-ft trailer at campground. Great condition.30-mins from Finleyville. Tiki bar, pool, and club. On river.$4,800. 412-655-3952.___________________________________________5-foot tub, white with faucets. $150; 7-year old electricfurnace with 2.5 ton air conditioner. $650; 12’ x 24’ alu-minum awning $2,200. 724-229-5760.___________________________________________Single bookcase waterbed, with regular mattress. Likenew. $200. 724-258-9171.___________________________________________FREE! – Upright Piano. Union Township. You haul. Fordetails, call 724-348-7557.___________________________________________Cemetery Plots. Jefferson Memorial Park - 4 adjacent lotsin “The Garden of the Well” Lot 112A. $2500/all. Can divide.724-348-5072.___________________________________________DIRECT to home Satellite TV $19.99/mo. FREE installation,FREE HD-DVR upgrade. New customers - No Activation Fee!Credit/Debit Card Req. Call 1-800-795-3579___________________________________________Metal Roofing & Siding, New roof or Reroof make it a metalroof known to outlast other roofing. www.abmartin.net 800373-3703___________________________________________ProFlowers Send Flowers to your Valentine! Starting atjust $19.99. Go to www.proflowers.com/Now to receive anextra 20% off your order or Call 1-888-449-2165___________________________________________STEEL BUILDINGS: 4 only 20x24, 30x48, 40x52, 45x82.Selling For Balance Owed! Free Delivery! 1-800-211-9593x232___________________________________________FREE HD FOR LIFE! Only on DISH Network! Lowest Price inAmerica! $24.99/mo for over 120 Channels! $500 Bonus! 1-877-479-3572___________________________________________

GIGANTIC GYM MIRRORS 48”x100” (11 available) @$115/each. 72”x100” (9 available) @ $165/each. 60”x84”beveled (3 available) @ $135/each. 72x50 Beveled,$125/each. Installation available. Will deliver free. 1-800-473-0619___________________________________________MEMORY FOAM THERAPEUTIC NASA VISCO MATTRESSESWHOLESALE! T-$299; F-$349; Q-$399; K-$499; ADJUSTA-BLES - $799. FREE DELIVERY 25 YEAR WARRANTY 90 NIGHTTRIAL 1-800-ATSLEEP. 1-800-287-5337. WWW.MATTRESS-DR.COM___________________________________________

Canning Jars and other home canning stuff. Want to getrid of canning jars and canning equipment taking up storagespace? If they're free, we'll take them. Call Paul or Norma at724-348-5797.___________________________________________Wanted - Junk cars, trucks, etc., with or without title, allworth money. Also, local and long distance towing. Call 412-498-1622.___________________________________________JUNK CARS WANTED! FREE Tow! C.T. Auto Recyclers. 724-348-7467.___________________________________________SELL YOUR DIABETES TEST STRIPS. We buy Any Kind/AnyBrand Unexpired. Pay up to $16.00 per box. Shipping Paid.Call 1-800-267-9895 or www.SellDiabeticstrips.com___________________________________________CASH PAID for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS- up to $17/Box! Shipping paid. Sara 1-800-371-1136.www.cash4diabeticsupplies.com___________________________________________**OLD GUITARS WANTED!** Fender, Gibson, Martin,Gretsch, Prairie State, Euphonon, Larson, D’Angelico,Stromberg, Rickenbacker, and Mosrite. GibsonMandolins/Banjos. 1930’s thru 1970’s. TOP CASH PAID! 1-800-401-0440___________________________________________Sell your diabetes test strips any kind/brand unexpired$16.00 box shipping paid 1-800-266-0702 www.selldiabet-icstrips.com___________________________________________

Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery &pick-up. Call: 724-825-7233.___________________________________________

Anova Hospice & Palliative Care Services, LLC is in needof compassionate individuals that would like to share theirtime, heart and talents to aid in the comfort of persons facingthe end of life. Great opportunity for those in need of volunteerhours or anyone who wishes to make a difference in the livesof others. Please contact: Samantha Milton, VolunteerCoordinator at (724) 929-3200.___________________________________________ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from home. Medical, Business,Paralegal, Accounting, Criminal Justice. Job placement assis-tance. Computer available. Financial aid if qualified. Call 800-494-3586 www.CenturaOnline.com___________________________________________FREE HD FOR LIFE! Only on DISH NETWORK Lowest price inAmerica! $24.99/mo. for OVER 120 CHANNELS! PLUS-$500Bonus Call Today, 1-888-904-3558___________________________________________HIT BY A TRUCK? Disfigured or Disabled Recently byCommercial Vehicle? You Need Our ‘9 STEP ACTION PLAN!’No Recovery, No Fee. CALL 1-888-538-0685___________________________________________STEEL BUILDINGS: 4 only 20x24, 30x48, 40x52, 45x82.Selling For Balance Owed! Free Delivery! 1-800-211-9593x232___________________________________________Online Classifieds with over 20 Websites featuring localadvertisers for less than $10 per site/per week. Call today 1-800-450-7227___________________________________________HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED? Contact Woodford Bros.,Inc. for straightening, leveling, foundation, and wood framerepairs at 1-800-OLD-BARN / www.woodfordbros.comMDHIC #05-121-861___________________________________________ProFlowers Send Flowers to your Valentine! Starting atjust $19.99. Go to www.proflowers.com/Now to receive anextra 20% off your order or Call 1-888-449-2165___________________________________________ACR METAL ROOFING - GO GREEN - tax credits agricultur-al, commercial, residential. Building packages, top quality, lowcost, FREE literature. acrmetal.com, 800-325-1247___________________________________________DISH - FREE HD FOR LIFE! Only on DISH NETWORK! LowestPrice in America! $24.99/mo for OVER 120 Channels! Plus$500 BONUS! CALL 1-888-434-0403___________________________________________CASH PAID for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS -up to $17/Box! Shipping paid. Sara 1-800-371-1136.www.cash4diabeticsupplies.com___________________________________________100% Guaranteed Omaha Steaks - SAVE 64% on theFamily Value Collection. NOW ONLY $49.99 Plus 3 FREEGIFTS & right-to-the-door delivery in a reusable cooler, ORDERToday. 1-888-429-2366 mention code 45069CSK orwww.OmahaSteaks.com/print24___________________________________________

ACR METAL ROOFING - GO GREEN - tax credits agricultur-al, commercial, residential. Building packages, top quality, lowcost, FREE literature. acrmetal.com, 800-325-1247___________________________________________AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for high paying AviationMaintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid ifqualified - Housing available CALL Aviation Institute ofMaintenance (866)453-6204.___________________________________________FREE HD for LIFE! DISH Network. $24.99/mo. - Over 120Channels. Plus $500 BONUS! Call 1-800-915-9514.___________________________________________**ALL Satellite Systems are not the same. Monthly pro-gramming starts under $20 per month and FREE HD and DVRsystems for new callers. CALL NOW 1-800-799-4935___________________________________________**OLD GUITARS WANTED!** Fender, Gibson, Martin,Gretsch, Prairie State, Euphonon, Larson, D’Angelico,Stromberg, Rickenbacker, and Mosrite. GibsonMandolins/Banjos. 1930’s thru 1970’s. TOP CASH PAID! 1-800-401-0440___________________________________________AIRLINES ARE HIRING – Train for high paying AviationMaintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid ifqualified – Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute ofMaintenance. (888) 686-1704___________________________________________Need a new roof? Try a Metal Roof, can be applied overshingles without removing old shingles, ask for details.www.abmartin.net 800 373-3703___________________________________________DONATE YOUR CAR! Breast Cancer Research Foundation.Most highly rated breast cancer charity in America! Taxdeductible/Fast, Free Pick-up! 1-888-310-2098___________________________________________GET YOUR DEGREE ONLINE *Medical, *Business, *Paralegal,*Accounting, *Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance.Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. Call 800-510-0784. www.CenturaOnline.com___________________________________________HANDS ON CAREER – Train for a high paying AviationMaintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid ifqualified – Job placement assistance. Call AIM today(866)854-6156.___________________________________________Reach over 28 million homes with one ad buy! Only$2,795 per week! For more information, contact this publica-tion or go to www.naninetwork.com___________________________________________

Anova Hospice & Palliative Care Services, LLC is in needof compassionate individuals that would like to share theirtime, heart and talents to aid in the comfort of persons facingthe end of life. Great opportunity for those in need of volunteerhours or anyone who wishes to make a difference in the livesof others. Please contact: Samantha Milton, VolunteerCoordinator at (724)929-3200.___________________________________________

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WANTED ANTIQUES – Oriental Rugs, Paintings,Quilts, Crocks with Blue, Furniture, Lamps or any-thing OLD! Please call me. Jim Gillespie at 412-979-7050 or home 724-348-6203.

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LOST – Wedding Ring. Men’s. White Gold. Lost while driv-ing along Rt. 88 near Mingo Church Road, Finleyville. Very sen-timental and important. Reward offered. If found, please call412-760-2291.___________________________________________FAST IRS TAX RELIEF. Do You Owe $10,000 or MORE to theIRS? We Help You Settle Your Overdue Taxes for LESS! FREEConsultation! 1-877-360-3342___________________________________________ProFlowers Send Flowers to your Valentine! Starting atjust $19.99. Go to www.proflowers.com/Now to receive anextra 20% off your order or Call 1-888-449-2165___________________________________________

Certified Dog Trainer. Private Lessons. I use positive rein-forcement techniques and can help with any problem solvingand obedience. Discounted rate for rescued/adopted dogs!724-249-5777.___________________________________________

Dog Training: If your dog isn’t coming to you, you should becoming to me. AKC, Schutzhund, canine good citizen and ther-apy dog experienced - contact karyn727@comcast.net or412-855-4678___________________________________________Rescue Cat Adoption. Kittens 9 weeks, black, calico. Kittens5 months, various colors. Spays/neuters, shots, litter train,$35. Call 724-258-8380.___________________________________________Horse Stalls available - private facility in Elizabeth, excellentcare, daily cleaning and turn out, large indoor arena, outdoorand miles of trails. Hurry - only 2 stalls left. $420/month. (724)348-8028.___________________________________________ANGELS FOR ANIMALS. Collecting Aluminum Cans for anon-going fundraiser. (Please no steel, no pie tins, and no alu-minum foil.) Also selling Enjoy & Entertainment Books for$25.00 each. For pick up of cans or delivery of books, callJessie @ 724-941-5737.___________________________________________

Donora Residential/Commercial Building - Eat-inkitchen, 3-4 bedrooms, living room, 2 baths, den, security sys-tem, store-room front, attached apartment, 2 car garage. Newprice $25,500. Call for appointment, 419-867-9260 or 724-379-5387.___________________________________________House for Sale - NEW PRICE! Donora, 632 Thompson Ave,Residential/Commercial 3-4 Bedrooms, living room, 2 baths,security, 2 car garage, storeroom. Has an attached 1 bedroomapartment. $29,900 OBO. Call 724-379-5387 for an appoint-ment.___________________________________________Mobile Home For Sale or Rent - 135 Union St., NewEagle, located in mobile home park, in the Ringgold SchoolDistrict, on Public Transit bus line, gentle inside pet accept-able, will consider article of agreement, $350 plus utilitiesincludes lot rent. Call 724-258-9115.___________________________________________Apartment For Rent - 230 Donnan Ave., Washington,upstairs efficiency apartment, total electric, $350/month plusutilities. Call 724-350-5983.___________________________________________

House for Sale – Donora, 637 Thompson Avenue, 3 bed-room, 1 1/2 bath, dining/living rooms, new roof in '09.$19,900 OBO. Call 724-379-5387 for appointment.___________________________________________House for Sale – Donora, 632 Thompson Ave, Residential/Commercial 3-4 Bedrooms, living room, 2 baths, security, 2car garage, storeroom. Has an attached 1 bedroom apartment.$39,900 OBO. Call 724-379-5387 for an appointment.___________________________________________FOR RENT: The Chanticleer - Bethel Park - Penthouse con-dominium $1,250 per mo. Min. 1-yr lease. Immediate occu-pancy. Fully equipped kitchen. Freshly painted and new wall-to-wall carpeting. Near bus stop and the "T". Walk to church-es, shopping, restaurants. Rent includes gas heat and basiccable TV. Handicap accessible from parking lot. Second BRoff kitchen could be office or den. Two full baths. Very large LRoverlooks swimming pool. Contact: Nancy Dubs at KellerWilliams Realty. 412-831-3800, Ext. 155 -or- 412-889-1241___________________________________________Perryopolis House: 3 BR, large den, 3 1/2 bath, LR, DR, eat-in kitchen, 1st floor laundry room, mudroom, level corner 3/4acre lot. All public utilities. $259,900. Call 724-322-2458 foran appt. to see this house.___________________________________________Mobile Home for Sale or Rent – 2 or 3 bedroom located onrented lot on Route 88 bus line in New Eagle, PA, RinggoldSchool District, inside gentle pet considered, HUD accepted.Call 724-258-9115.___________________________________________Monongahela – Very clean 2 bedroom. 1/2 duplex. Nice,large, level yard. Two porches, off street parking. Close torestaurants and shopping. $490 per month + utilities. Nopets. For more information: 724-344-4271.___________________________________________MOBILE HOME FOR SALE! Finleyville / Mingo. 12' x 65' witha Large 7' x 24' Expando Room. Can be YOURS for a total ofonly $311 / Month. With $2,000 down. In Nice Park! Call:724-348-6644___________________________________________FOR SALE – Investment Property; price reduced, 6 resi-dential, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534.___________________________________________South Park Mobile Estates - two bedrooms one bathroom.All updated, including roof and windows. Lifetime warranty onwindows. Very Clean! Must see! $12,000 OBO. Call 412-770-8955.___________________________________________Apartment for rent - 1 bedroom upstairs apartment at 230Donnan Avenue, Washington, PA. Close to hospital and down-town. Gentle inside pet acceptable. $500 per month + utili-ties. 724-258-9115___________________________________________Home For Sale - Union Township. 3 years old. 3 bedroom, 2bath, appliances included. Call Sharon at 724-941-3000 x29.___________________________________________Commercial Property for Lease - Retail/Professional,2100 sq ft bldg. Corner lot in South Park Twp. Prime location,heavy traffic, ample parking. 412-655-0272___________________________________________House for Sale - Beautiful brick, 3 bedroom 3.5 bath house,.75 acre level lot for sale. Frazier School District-Perryopolis,PA, easy access to I-70 & Rte 51 and the YRT (walking/biketrail) in minutes. E-mail mb5910@hotmail. com or call 724-322-2458.___________________________________________New Eagle. 3 Bedroom Apartment. 2nd Floor. $400/mo.Plus electric. Includes water & sewage. No pets. Securitydeposit. 724-554-6534___________________________________________House For Sale - $89,900. 3 BR colonial, over 1/2 acre.Large front porch and detached garage. Within 5-mins ofSouth Park Fairgrounds. 412-221-4373___________________________________________FOR SALE – Investment Property; price reduced, 6 residen-tial, 4 commercial units. Close to everything. 724-554-6534.___________________________________________

For Rent, commercial property in Venetia, PA. Available afterSeptember 1. Call 724-348-5992.___________________________________________Trailer FOR SALE BY OWNER - Located in South Park MobileEstates. 3 bedroom, Central Air, All Appliances Included, Hottub In Front Porch. $16,500.00 Price Neg. Call 412-589-3584. Owner/Agent.___________________________________________New Eagle Main Street. Office Space. Formerly physiciansoffice. 1200 sq. ft. Rent Negotiable. 724-554-6534 or 724-258-3773.___________________________________________Charleroi Sale or Lease - Renovated 3-Story Building.Commercial lease income. Also, turnkey bar/restaurant. Call:724-531-1175.___________________________________________MONONGAHELA - For rent, one, two bedroom apartment,complete with appliances, laundry facility, etc. Secured lockedbuilding, quaint and quiet. Close to bus line. One bedroom par-tially furnished. Monongahela. Call 724-258-3179.___________________________________________Office Space For Rent – Finleyville. 1,300 square feet.Former site of Healthy Directions. $800 + Electric. 412-999-7163.___________________________________________One, Two Bedroom Apartment, complete with appliances,laundry facility, etc. Secured locked building, quant and quite.Close to bus line. One bedroom partial furnished.Monongahela. Call Natalee Amati 724-244-8579 or 724-258-3179.___________________________________________OWN 20 ACRES - Only $129. per/mo.. $13,900 near grow-ing El Paso Texas (safest city in America!) Low down, no cred-it checks, owner financing. Free map/pictures 1-866-623-6706. www.sunsetranches.com___________________________________________

FOR RENT - Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available!Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit#1507) at the new “Paradise Resort” in Myrtle Beach will pro-vide you with all the comforts of home. 2 Bedrooms + Sleepersofa; 2 Bathrooms; Lazy River; Hot Tub; Indoor/Outdoor Pools;Exercise Room; Oceanfront Balcony. For complete weekly andseasonal pricing, visit the website - www.oceanfront con-dorentals.com/ Paradise Resort.htm. For additional questionsor to make a reservation call Oceanfront Condo Rentals Inc. at843-236-6623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507.___________________________________________***FREE Foreclosure Listings*** OVER 400,000 propertiesnationwide. Low down payment. Call now 800-250-2043.___________________________________________LOTS & ACREAGE - ABANDONED FARM LAND SALE! 20acres - $39,900. Woods, views, pond, next to State Land!Gorgeous So. Tier setting! Terms avail! Hurry! (888) 503-3324.Newyorklandandlakes.com___________________________________________OWN 20 ACRES Only $129/mo. $13,900 Near Growing ElPaso, Texas, (Safest City in America!) Low down, no creditchecks, owner financing. Free map/pictures 866-257-4555www.sunsetranches.com___________________________________________ARIZONA BIG BEAUTIFUL LOTS $99/mo, $0-down, $0-interest. Golf Course, Nat’l Parks. 1 hour from Tucson Int’lAirport. Guaranteed Financing. No CREDIT CHECK! (800) 631-8164 Code 4036 www.sunsiteslandrush.com___________________________________________LOTS & ACREAGE - FARM LIQUIDATION! 41 acres -$59,900. Soaring whitewater river views, woods, fields, mins.to Capital Region & NYS Thruway! Seller pays closing costs!Call NOW! 888-904-3257___________________________________________

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SURREY FOR SALE! 3-Seated, Horse Drawn: $1,500• Horse Back Riding Lessons • Riding Horses for Sale!www.logcabinstables.com. 724-787-4817

Dog Training: If your dog isn’t coming to you, you should becoming to me. AKC, Schutzhund, canine good citizen and ther-apy dog experienced - contact karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678

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LOTS & ACREAGE - TUG HILL LAND SALE 11 ac. trout stream/ snowmobile trails. NOW ONLY $15,900! New survey guar-anteed buildable CALL NOW! (877)471-3286

Gutter Cleaning - Fully insured. Call SchoedelMaintenance, ask for George. 724-348-4855.___________________________________________South Hills Tax Preparation - ALL 1040 TAX RETURNSONLY $75! FREE State & Local Returns. FREE E-Filing. 10Years Experience. Located in South Park. Call Rich Diffenbachat (412) 835-4842___________________________________________

HIT BY A TRUCK? Disfigured or Disabled Recently byCommercial Vehicle? You Need Our ‘9 STEP ACTION PLAN!’No Recovery, No Fee. CALL 1-888-538-0685___________________________________________Certified Dog Trainer. Private Lessons. I use positive rein-forcement techniques and can help with any problem solvingand obedience. Discounted rate for rescued/adopted dogs!724-249-5777.___________________________________________Need a new roof? Try a Metal Roof, can be applied over shin-gles without removing old shingles, ask for details.www.abmartin.net 800 373-3703___________________________________________HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED? Contact Woodford Bros.,Inc. for straightening, leveling, foundation, and wood framerepairs at 1-800-OLD-BARN. www.woodfordbros.com MDHIC#05-121-861___________________________________________DVD Transfer/Home Movies – Home Movie Transfers andDVD Montage Creations by Deb Cheplic. 8mm and Super8mm projector movies transferred to DVD! Frame by framedigital transfer, with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set upfees. Add music and chapter menus. 724-258-5336.http://web.me. com/ dcheplic/___________________________________________Bobcat with 2 Buckets FOR RENT! $200/day + delivery &pick-up. Call: 724-825-7233.___________________________________________

COMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer running slow? Chancesare you may have viruses or spyware loaded on your machine.Complete virus and spyware removal along with the latestMicrosoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724-348-6837.___________________________________________DVD Transfer/Home Movies – Home Movie Transfers andDVD Montage Creations by Deb Cheplic. 8mm and Super8mm projector movies transferred to DVD! Frame by framedigital transfer, with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set upfees. Add music and chapter menus. 724-258-5336.http://web.me.com/dcheplic/___________________________________________

SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE FOR CASH!!! OurGuaranteed Services will Sell/ Rent Your Unused Timeshare forCASH! Over $95 Million offered in 2010! www.sellatime-share.com (800) 882-0296___________________________________________SELL/RENT YOUR TIMESHARE FOR CASH!!! OurGuaranteed Services will Sell/ Rent Your Unused Timeshare forCASH! Over $78 Million Dollars offered in 2009! www.sella-timeshare.com Call (877) 554-2431 ___________________________________________

FOR RENT - Myrtle Beach – Oceanfront Condo Available!Spacious and beautifully furnished, this 2 bedroom condo (unit#1507) at the new “Paradise Resort” in Myrtle Beach will pro-vide you with all the comforts of home. 2 Bedrooms + Sleepersofa; 2 Bathrooms; Lazy River; Hot Tub; Indoor/Outdoor Pools;Exercise Room; Oceanfront Balcony. For complete weekly andseasonal pricing, visit the website - www.oceanfrontcondorentals.com/Paradise Resort.htm. For additional questions orto make a reservation call Oceanfront Condo Rentals Inc. at843-236-6623 and ask about Paradise Resort unit #1507.___________________________________________Sunny Winter Specials At Florida’s Best Beach- NewSmyrna Beach. Stay a week or longer, Plan a beach weddingor family reunion. www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800-541-9621___________________________________________

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Dog Training: If your dog isn’t coming to you, you should becoming to me. AKC, Schutzhund, canine good citizen and ther-apy dog experienced - contact karyn727@comcast.net or 412-855-4678.

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New Eagle Main Street. Office Space. Formerly physicians office.1200 sq. ft. Rent Negotiable. 724-554-6534 or 724-258-3773.

New Eagle Main Street. Office Space. Formerly physiciansoffice. 1200 sq. ft. Rent Negotiable. 724-554-6534 or 724-258-3773.

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SOCIAL HALLFINLEYVILLE AMERICAN LEGION – Morrison-Ritchie Post 613. 3537 W. Morrison-Ritchie Post613. 3537 Washington Avenue, Finleyville. “Weare dedicated to helping our veterans and ourcommunity.” Offering entertainment and a ban-quet room that accommodates 75 people. Formore info, stop in and visit the lodge, or call724-348-5608.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

CATERINGGOOD TO GO - 3532 Marion Ave., Finleyville,PA 15332. 724-348-8544. Call for daily spe-cials. Cater by the pan or by the party!–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

COMPUTERSCOMPUTER TUNE-UP - Computer runningslow? Chances are you may have viruses orspyware loaded on your machine. Completevirus and spyware removal along with the latestMicrosoft Updates. $60.00 per machine. 724-348-6837.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

DVD TRANSFER/HOMEMOVIES

HOME MOVIE TRANSFERS AND DVDMONTAGE CREATIONS BY DEB CHEPLIC.8mm & Super 8mm projector movies trans-ferred to DVD! Frame by frame digital transfers,with amazing clarity. No hidden costs/set upfees. Add music and chapter menus. 724-258-5336. http://web.me.com/dcheplic/.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

EXCAVATIONEXCAVATION SERVICES - Bobcat, backhoe,dump truck, french drains, utility lines, gravel,grating, hauling, foundations and sewer Bobcat,backhoe, dump truck, french drains, utility lines,gravel, grating, hauling, foundations and sewerline work. Call Ernie at: 412-384-7337.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

GARAGE DOORSWUENSTEL BROTHERS GARAGE DOORCOMPANY – Second Generation family owned.Since 1977. Residential ReplacementSpecialists. 3526C Cliff Street, Finleyville. 724-348-7550. (PA-HIC 009388)–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

GUTTERSZUBASIC BROS. HOME IMPROVEMENTS –New Seamless Gutters & Repairs 724-941-7833.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

JEWELERSSOUTHLAND JEWELERS - Family Owned.GOLD = $$$ Every day for God, Silver,Plantinum, Coins & Diamonds; Estate & AntiqueJewlery & Watches (Includes FamousDesigners); Contemporary Metals JewelryCollection (Stainless Steel/Gold – Ceramic –Tungsten – Titanium; Zable Bead ThemBracelets (Beads are compatible w/ allbracelets); $25 OFF a $100 purchase (NewPurchases only. Excludes repairs);Repairs/Appraisals done on site; Layawaysavailable. Route 51 – next to TC Customizesd.412-384-8400. www.southlandjewelers.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

PLUMBINGFRYE BROTHERS PLUMBING - Registeredmaster plumbers. Residential and Commercial.Locally owned and operated. Fully insured andcertified. Ed Frye - (412) 841-6008. www.frye-brosplumbing.com.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

RESTAURANTGOOD TO GO - 3532 Marion Ave., Finleyville,PA 15332. 724-348-8544. Call for daily spe-cials. Cater by the pan or by the party!–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

THE KICKSTAND BAR & RESTAURANT -Open Daily 3 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Daily Specials;Homemade Soups. 1100 Hayden Blvd. 51South. 412-384-3080.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

SIDING/WINDOWS/ROOFING

MEREDITH HOME IMPROVEMENTS – 30years in business. If You Need Vinyl Siding,Roofing, Windows Or Soffit and Fascia DoneProfessionally, with no problems afterward anddone at a reasonable price, we are the compa-ny to do it! We are so confident in your satis-faction that we require no money until the job iscompleted. www.Meredith HomeImprovements.com. (412) 831-9991.–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

TAX RETURN PREPARATION

SOUTH HILLS TAX PREPARATION - ALL1040 TAX RETURNS ONLY $75! FREE State &Local Returns. FREE E-Filing. 10 YearsExperience. Located in South Park. Call RichDiffenbach at (412) 835-4842

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