Fox Chapel man to cycle 300 miles for charity
By Tawnya PanizziEric Rickin of Fox Chapel is counting down the days to a well-planned mid-life crisis. There’s no sports car or ill-advised fling on tap, but …
Race heats up for Sharpsburg Council
By Tom McgeeFour incumbent Sharpsburg Council members hope to continue working together. Democrats Lou Costanzo, Karen Pastor, Renee Procopio and Tony Sacco are seeking nominations in the …
Security cameras assist Sharpsburg police
By Tom McgeeA security camera system is already paying off for Sharpsburg police. Police Chief Lou Rudzki said last week that the second phase of the camera …
Sharpsburg mayor facing challenge in bid to keep seat
By Tom McgeeSharpsburg Mayor Richard Panza will face a challenge from political newcomer Karen Iezzi in this month’s primary election. Both candidates are Democrats, and no Republicans …
Fox Chapel Area sophomore wins essay contest
By Tawnya PanizziFox Chapel Area sophomore Rama Godse decided on a whim to enter an essay contest and to her surprise, got to read her award-winning work …
Aspinwall riverfront park plan unveiled
By Tom McgeeAspinwall Riverfront Park will include picnic and playground areas, a pavilion, boat ramp and entrance way from Freeport Road according to the park’s newly unveiled …
Making Freeport Road safer one project suggested for Aspinwall
By Tom McgeeCouncil President Mark Ellermeyer wants his fellow officials to start considering at least three long-term projects for Aspinwall. One is looking at the way the part of Freeport Road that passes through Aspinwall is handled. He noted that the part …
Residents, visitors asked not to park along Aspinwall Memorial Day parade route
By Tawnya PanizziAspinwall police are asking onlookers who gather for the join Fox Chapel-Aspinwall Memorial Day parade to avoid parking along the route. “It’s been a problem,” said Bill Jakovac, American Legion Post 77 adjutant. “The police ask every year and people …
Unveiling of UPMC St. Margaret’s Garden of Hope scheduled for this month
By Tawnya PanizziBright pink azaleas and deep green ornamentals are a fitting choice to adorn the new Helen and Miles Colwell Garden of Hope at UPMC St. …
Green Streets project aims to clean Aspinwall Saturday
By Tom McgeeAs long as Mother Nature cooperates, the streets of Aspinwall will look cleaner this weekend. The eighth annual Green Streets cleanup day in Aspinwall is …
O’Hara landscaper pitches in to make garden event a success
By Sharon DrakeTaking care of the neighborhood makes sense to Greg Schaffer. He’s lending a hand — figuratively — as the named sponsor of the May 11 …
Aspinwall baseball, softball could get boost
By Tom McgeeAspinwall Borough officials are considering a donation to bolster the Aspinwall baseball and softball program this year. The Aspinwall Baseball and Softball organization, a volunteer group that provides baseball activities for local children, is in need of financial help, volunteers …
Aspinwall church bell tower repairs start
By Tom McgeeThe bell tower at Aspinwall Presbyterian Church is getting a face-lift. Work began on the tower earlier this month. The tower was built in 1905 …
McDonalds bringing jobs to Fox Chapel area
By Tawnya PanizziMore than 40 jobs will be created specifically for Fox Chapel Area students when the now under-construction McDonalds opens in June at The Waterworks. Owner …
Group can connect Aspinwall with stormwater plans
By Tom McgeeMembers of the Congress of Neighboring Communities, known as Connect, and 3 Rivers Wet Weather updated Aspinwall officials on efforts to improve the sewage system and prevent stormwater runoff in the borough. Connect representative Rich Joyce said work on improving …
Fundraiser solidifies Aspinwall baseball, softball finances
By Tom McgeeThe Aspinwall Baseball and Softball associations won’t need financial help from the borough. Officials had considered making a contribution to the organization after former member Susan Sundo was accused of misusing a debit card to make more than $4,800 worth …
Plans to replace Brownshill Road Bridge in O’Hara move forward
By Tawnya PanizziBrownshill Road Bridge in O’Hara isn’t slated to be rebuilt for several years but council is now moving forward with plans. Township Engineer Chuck Steinert said council will this month seek engineering and design proposals for the concrete bridge that …
Artist shares passion with Fox Chapel Area elementary students
By Tawnya PanizziIllustrator Stacy Innerst told students at O’Hara Elementary last week that you don’t have to be a great artist to tell a story. Instead, he …
Grants could fund future projects in Blawnox
By Tom McgeeBlawnox officials are in the early stages of discussing future projects that could benefit from Community Development Block Grant funding. Next year, Blawnox will be eligible to receive county funding through the program. Pre-applications are due May 24, and full …
Fox Chapel Area job fair presents opportunities
By Tom YeraceOf the 64 organizations at Fox Chapel Area High School’s opportunities fair, Susan Yakim may have had the best pitch. Yakim, who is with the moving company South Hills Movers, called out to passing students, “Seniors, I can get you …
Volunteers to give Sharpsburg a good spring cleaning May 11
By Tom McgeePlans are under way to get Sharpsburg ready for Memorial Day. A cleanup day is scheduled for May 11, at 10 a.m., Councilman Karen Pastor said last week. Volunteers will help beautify the town, rain or shine. Though in the …
