Natalie Beneviat stories, Page 11
Franklin Park delays question about home rule
Switching to a home rule charter could be a possibility in the future for Franklin Park Borough, But just not yet. Franklin Park council initially passed an ordinance in July to place a question on November’s general election ballot that would ask its residents to approve a government study commission...
Ambulance subscription drive in progress for McCandless, Franklin Park
The annual subscription drive of the McCandless Franklin Park Ambulance Authority is being mailed to residents of local municipalities as a potential cost-savings measure in the case of emergency care. Coverage will run from Oct. 1 to Sept. 30, 2025, for people who live in Franklin Park and McCandless. “The...
Roadwork continues through next month in McCandless
Work on Cumberland Road, which accesses McKnight Elementary and North Allegheny Intermediate schools in McCandless, pretty much finished just in time for the start of classes on Aug. 22. Some remaining tasks will be worked on at night through the next month or so. Drivers have been facing intermittent detours...
North Allegheny reports on district readiness
A readiness for school report was presented at the North Allegheny School Board meeting on Aug. 14, providing an overall look of the district to date as the new school year begins. The report, presented by second-year Superintendent Brendan Hyland, covered what has happened since school wrapped up May 31...
McCandless gears up for annual Community Day
The 2024 McCandless Community Day, being held Sept. 14 at Town Hall parking lot off of Grubbs Road, will bring its popular Frank J. Farina Jr. Memorial Car Cruise closer to the main event. The car cruise, a long-time staple to the annual community day, returns to its original location...
Highland VFD grant aids communication
Highland Volunteer Fire Department in McCandless will receive $220,000 from the state for upgrades to its fire communications equipment. The award was from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. “These funds will fully cover the replacement of our current portable — what our firefighters carry on calls —...
North Allegheny School District unveils new strategic and comprehensive plan
A new balanced scorecard is meant to effectively monitor North Allegheny School District’s performance using quantifiable data that will give the public a chance to see if the district is hitting or missing its target of growth and excellence. This was part of a presentation by Superintendent Dr. Brendan Hyland,...
Marshall meeting to address Route 910 plans
Ideas and plans for the Route 910 corridor in Marshall will be discussed at a public meeting at 7 p.m. Aug. 20 at the township municipal building, 525 Pleasant Hill Road. “This meeting will be an opportunity for residents to hear the latest, accurate information about the zoning ordinance update...
North Allegheny busing changes strive for efficiency
As more than 8,500 North Allegheny students get ready for a new school year starting Aug. 22, the transportation department is gearing up by making plans for shorter bus runs, fewer stops and later pickup times for high schoolers. A department update presented to school board on Aug. 7 revealed...
Traffic studies put brakes on combined high school for North Allegheny
Results of two traffic studies reveal that a combined high school housing ninth through 12th grades is not feasible for North Allegheny School District. A high school planning process update was presented at the Aug. 7 school board meeting, specifically with regard to traffic studies. Ninth- and 10th-grade students attend...
‘Most significant moment’: McCandless native traces start of singing career to 8th-grade talent show
Jenene Caramielo knew that when she sang Celine Dion’s “Power of Love” for her eighth-grade Carson Middle School talent show that performing was what she wanted to do for the rest of her life. So it’s no surprise to see the 1999 North Allegheny graduate gracing stages across the country,...
Franklin Park, McCandless celebrate National Night Out
National Night Out on Aug. 6 is a chance for police departments to get to know their communities, with events being held locally in Franklin Park and McCandless. Residents can enjoy family-friendly activities and the opportunity for one-on-one time with local law enforcement. “National Night Out is a unique and...
Marshall makeover: Township gets new look, updates website
Visitors to Marshall, via roadway or website, may have noticed a new, updated look. A revamped logo of an orange-hued sun rising above the words “Marshall Township,” now in blue, can be seen on environmental signage throughout the municipality. And web users can enjoy scrolling through an updated site at...
Blessed Trinity Academy garden benefits Hampton-based food pantry
Fresh vegetables are lining the shelves of a local St. Vincent De Paul food pantry, thanks to the hard work of students at Blessed Trinity Academy. A nearly $900 grant from the Sister Mary Paul Hickey Research Grant Program through Carlow University in Pittsburgh was awarded for the project in...
North Hills Genealogists help trace ancestries
Ancestral research could seem like a daunting task to a genealogy novice, but the North Hills Genealogists of Pittsburgh may make the process easier. It’s important to learn about one’s familial past, according to Elissa Scalise Powell, certified genealogist and member of the nonprofit group. “There are several reasons to...
Traffic study addresses Bradford Woods speeding
Bradford Woods Council approved a traffic study on July 8 to address speeding in certain areas of the borough. A group of residents presented concerns to council on perceived speeding near their homes, particularly Bradford Road. A list of 166 names was presented at the meeting of residents requesting traffic...
Master Gardeners share expertise at North Park event
Master Gardeners are celebrating the peak of growing season with a Garden in the Park event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 27 at the corner of Babcock Boulevard and Wildwood Road in North Park. The site is a one of the Penn State Extension demonstration gardens, cared for...
North Hills Art Center work displayed at library in McCandless
A collection of artwork from members of the North Hills Art Center in Ross is on display at Northland Public Library, 300 Cumberland Road, McCandless. There are 67 pieces of art on the upper floor of the library through Oct. 1. “This display allows our artists to share their work...
Golf outing benefits Franklin Park Scholarship Fund
Taking a Monday off for a round of golf is a good thing, at least for high school students from Franklin Park looking for extra college funds. All the proceeds from Franklin Park’s 21st annual Community Scholarship Golf Outing, to be held July 29 at Shannopin Country Club in Ben...
St. Aidan continues festival tradition in McCandless
For more than 30 years, the St. Aidan Festival has been a local summertime tradition, drawing in thousands for fun, food, fellowship and maybe even a little bit of faith. The festival draws around 10,000 people over the four days, with this year’s event held from July 31 to Aug....
Franklin Park couple help opioid awareness bill become law
A Franklin Park couple who lost a daughter in 2020 to fentanyl poisoning are working with state legislators to get a bill passed that will help fight the opioid crisis and support those suffering from addiction. An overwhelming bipartisan majority of the House passed House Bill 1783, which would help...
Blood drive planned in McCandless toddler’s name
Although she’s only 22 months old, Clementine Blackham of McCandless already has needed up to 50 transfusions for a rare genetic disorder, and her parents know firsthand the value of giving blood. A Clementine Blackham Replenishment Blood Drive, scheduled for 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 22 at St. John’s Lutheran...
North Allegheny reduces number of bus stops
Reducing the number of bus stops in North Allegheny School District for 2024-25 should result in shorter travel times and cost savings for the district, according to discussion at the June 12 school board meeting. Parents were notified of the pending changes via a June 13 email from Scott Mergen,...
‘Summertime welcomes new life’ at North Park’s Latodami Nature Center
It’s hot and the convenience of air conditioning makes staying indoors alluring, but naturalists at the Latodami Nature Center in North Park may be able to top that. “Summertime welcomes new life and exciting opportunities to view animals, plants and fungus, and Latodami helps nature lovers explore these experiences,” said...
3D printer purchased in memory of North Allegheny graduate
A new 3D printer at North Allegheny Intermediate High School is emblazoned with a plaque honoring former technology student and 2019 graduate Ian Brunner. The North Allegheny Foundation was able to purchase the printer from Ian’s family, who wanted to give back to the school district that nurtured their son’s...
