Tony LaRussa stories, Page 92
Marshall residents can ditch hard-to-trash items at free event
Marshall Township residents can sign up to dispose of unwanted electronics and household chemical and hazardous materials for free from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 18. Residents are permitted to dispose of paint, thinner, cleaning products, pesticides, vehicle and household batteries, light bulbs and fluorescent tubes, pool chemicals, vehicle...
McCandless hosting free program on getting garden soil into shape
Gardners can learn more about improving the health of their soil at a free program at 7 p.m. on May 30 at McCandless Town Hall. Juliette Olshock, an instructor with the Phipps Conservatory in Pittsburgh, will lead the presentation on soil health and composting. Olshock is a graduate of Slippery...
New Ross law tweaked to set minimum distance from road for temporary signs
Ross commissioners have tweaked a new law that prohibits placing signs in public rights-of-way to define the minimum distance from the curb they can be erected. In February the board voted unanimously to change the township’s zoning to outlaw the signs, which often are used to advertise political candidates, shows...
Discounted tickets on sale for North Allegheny ‘Kennywood Day’
Tickets are on sale for the North Allegheny School District’s Kennywood Day on June 20. Discounted admission tickets cost $33 compared to the regular sale price of $49. The discounted tickets are being made available from the North Allegheny Unified Boosters Organization. Tickets are available online....
North Hills’ spring musical ‘Tuck Everlasting’ receives 8 Kelly nominations
North Hills High School’s spring musical “Tuck Everlasting” has garnered nominations in eight categories for the annual Gene Kelly Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater. The show, which was performed at the high school in March, was nominated for: • Best Musical • Best Scenic Design • Best...
Deadline approaching to sign up for Ross Twp. youth summer rec program
Slots are still open for kids interested in attending Ross Township’s youth summer recreation program. May 15 is the deadline to register for weeks two through eight of the program, which will run from June 17 to July 18. Morning sessions, which will be held from 8 a.m. to noon...
North Hills Middle School teacher among 12 in state vying for Teacher of the Year honor
A teacher in the North Hills School District is among the dozen finalists for the 2020 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year, Gov. Tom Wolf announced. Joseph Welch, who teaches 8th grade social studies at North Hills Middle School, and 11 other teachers across Pennsylvania were nominated to receive the statewide...
Volunteers needed for cleanup, planting at Bradford Woods Reserve
The Bradford Woods Conservancy is seeking volunteers this Saturday to help clean up the trail in the borough’s reserve. The Lake Loop Day cleanup will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 11. Volunteers will be clearing overgrown vegetation such as invasive Japanese barberry and garlic mustard. The...
North Hills School Board OK’s appointments to fill key administrative posts
The North Hills School Board has approved several key changes in the district’s leadership staff. “These are positive changes for all of those involved,” said Superintendent Pat Mannarino. “While we miss the leadership and guidance of those leaving the district, we thank them for their dedication to North Hills and...
Vintage rides on display at La Roche help raise money for charity
Some of the finest classic and antique vehicles were on display at a charity car cruise on the campus of La Roche University in McCandless on Saturday, May 4, 2019. The event also featured music, food and giveaways. The $10 entry fee charged to vehicles that were on display will...
Cranberry police: 2 Georgia men busted for stealing, counterfeiting checks from mail
Two men from Georgia have been arrested by Cranberry police on charges they stole mail containing checks and used the information to create counterfeits that were exchanged for cash, according to authorities. Quentavious Price, 32, of Lithonia, Ga., and Xavier Ferguson, 24, of Jonesboro, Ga., are accused stealing outgoing mail...
North Allegheny hosting ‘Squonk Opera’ inspired student art exhibit
Student created art inspired by the Pittsburgh-based Squonk Opera performance group will be on display at an exhibit opening at North Allegheny Senior High School. The free May 8 art show will run from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The student designed integrated art installation was influenced by art teachers Fran...
North Hills drama club set to perform annual student showcase
The drama club at North Hills High School will perform its annual student showcase at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 10. Club members will sing Broadway musicals, present dance routines and perform scenes from various plays, musicals and films. During the event, 19 North Hills students will be recognized for...
North Hills charity seeking online donations to be matched by local foundation
A North Hills charity is participating in an online donation program Tuesday called Critical Needs Alert Day that will match the amount of pledges it receives. Donations received by North Hills Community Outreach between 8 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. on May 7 — dubbed Critical Needs Alert Day — will...
Summer rec sign-ups underway for kids in North Allegheny attendance area
Registration is open for a summer recreation program for children who live in the North Allegheny School District’s attendance area. The program includes arts and crafts, team sports and group recreational activities. It will be held weekdays from 8:45 a.m. to noon and is open to kids living in Bradford...
Using LinkedIn to boost career chances topic of free program at Franklin Park church
How to use the resume site LinkedIn to boost your career opportunities is the topic of a free program at 7 p.m. on May 15 at Saints John and Paul Church in Franklin Park. “The Flip Side of LinkedIn” will cover how employers and recruiters use site, which has more...
1st in series of chemical collection events kicks off at North Park
The first in a series of collection events for hazardous household waste will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in North Park. The May 4 collection event, which is being sponsored by the Pennsylvania Resourced Council, will be held in the parking lot of the park’s swimming...
Chrome for miles at upcoming charity car cruise at La Roche
Gear heads and grease monkeys can have their favorite set of wheels on display for public viewing at a charity car cruise from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at La Roche University in McCandless. The cruise will include music, food and giveaways. The May 4 event is being held...
Candidates seek nominations in North Hills, many uncontested
A number of candidates in North Hills municipalities with seats up for re-election face no competition for their party’s nomination in the May 21 primary. In some communities there are no candidates or not enough people on the ballot for the number of nominations needed. A candidate who runs unchallenged...
Work on Marshall’s replacement for ‘Country Castle’ under way
For a quarter century, kids in Marshall and surrounding communities have had their own “castle” to pique their imaginations and provide countless hours of fun while they get fit. But the cost of maintaining the wooden Country Castle play area and the lack of safety upgrades available means it’s time...
Ross posts list of streets slated for paving
Ross Township has published a list of streets in the municipality that will paved this year. As a result, road paving and bridge repairs are the two largest line items in this year’s budget. The township’s $22.9 million spending plan for 2019 earmarks $2 million to pave roads and $890,000...
West View taking applications for youth summer jobs
West View residents between the ages of 16 and 18 can apply for summer jobs in the borough’s Public Works Department. The work will involve assisting public works crews with day-to-day operations. Applications can be picked up at the administration office from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The office is...
Gathering planned at Vincentian Home in McCandless to plant mini ‘food forest’
Several local non-profit organizations are gathering Thursday morning at a senior community in McCandless to plant a mini “food forest” of fruit trees. “Fruit trees are magic. They feed us, provide clean air to breath and bring us together,” said Cem Akin, CEO of the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation, which...
Art show at Ross church draws on wide range of local creativity
A wide variety of paintings, sculpture and woodwork was on sale at a fine art show at Hiland Presbyterian Church on Friday, April 26. The show kick-ed off with an opening reception that included wine tasting, paired appetizers and live music. Entries were judged by Cindy Gilberti, artist and owner...
Ross police host bike rodeo for kids to learn safe riding
Kids got a chance to test their bicycling skills through a course designed to teach them the fundamentals of safe riding at a bike rodeo sponsored by the Ross Township police on Saturday, April 27 at the The Block Northway. Police officers and volunteers were on hand to help guide...
