Fox Chapel Herald category, Page 50
Blawnox Community Garden marks 1st planting of the season; helpers hope for bountiful harvest
Blawnox Community Garden volunteers hope their seeds will reap a bountiful harvest of friendship and togetherness. Nearly 20 people from 5 to 70 participated in the first planting of the season May 30 at the garden inside Blawnox Community Park. Garden coordinator Carol Hillwig said they are hoping for a...
Team Friends helps beautify Indiana Township
If you’re traveling north on Saxonburg Boulevard and need to stop for the traffic signal at Route 910 in Indiana Township, take a look to your right. Beautifying the intersection is one of the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s 130 community gardens across the region, sponsored by Eichenlaub Landscape Inc., headquartered about...
In brief: Herald area events for the week of June 3, 2024
Spring Art Fling set for June 15 in Blawnox Best of Blawnox will host its annual Spring Art Fling from noon to 3 p.m. June 15 along Freeport Road in the borough’s business district. It will feature various art and food vendors as well as music, exhibits and demonstrations. The...
Tu y Yo Cafe serves up authentic Latin American flavor in Indiana Township
An authentic Latin American eatery is serving up more than sandwiches and specialty items at Tu y Yo Cafe in Indiana Township. “I make it all with love,” said co-owner Grace Betancourt-Jones, the friendly force behind the five-year success of the casual all-day cafe that’s tucked away in a small...
Pine-based nonprofit raises $10K-plus for Make-A-Wish
The theme was tea-party chic for 412 Gives Back’s latest fundraiser on behalf of Make-A-Wish Greater Pennsylvania and West Virginia Inc. For the occasion, that meant plenty of brightly colored, floral-patterned dresses worn by the women in attendance, complemented by festive fascinator hats. The event, called Stock the Cellar, served...
Plan a budget-friendly picnic date in the great outdoors of Western Pennsylvania
Nothing screams summer like a scenic alfresco picnic. Take your sweetie on a “datecation” outdoors for a fresh-air experience that doesn’t break the bank. Outdoor-inspired destinations abound in Western Pennsylvania, and those seeking an adventurous date are sure to find the perfect picnic spot. So pack a picnic, pile into...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of June 2, 2024
Blawnox Therese Zeleznak sold property at 500 Carla Drive to Dubhagain Holdings LLC for $195,000. Etna Nicholas Ganster sold property at Ganster St. to Tri COG Land Bank for $26,135. Estate of George Kucinic sold property at Ganster St. to Tri COG Land Bank for $23,027. Estate of Lee Kirkendoll...
Fox Chapel’s Rowan Gwin part of WPIAL distance running dominance at state meet
Rowan Gwin learned from experience when planning his race strategy in the 1,600-meter run during the PIAA Class 3A Track and Field Championships at Shippensburg University. Butler senior Drew Griffith is one of the greatest distance runners to ever come out of Western Pennsylvania. Gwin didn’t want to burn himself...
Fox Chapel team savors trip to national rowing finals
A rowing machine was always located in Fox Chapel sophomore Niko Vavpetic’s basement. But he didn’t know much about his dad’s time competing while he was attended Harvard. When Vavpetic showed an interest, his dad worked with him to help keep him on track for success in competition. So far,...
Fox Chapel residents to receive survey about garbage collection options
Fox Chapel officials want to hear some trash talk from their residents. A survey seeking input on what services to seek in the next garbage collection contract is expected to be launched in mid-June. The current contract with Vogel Disposal Services features unlimited weekly collection up to the garage door,...
Fox Chapel Police Department hosts bike rodeo outside church
Fox Chapel Police Department’s third annual bike rodeo rounded up a dozen or so area families at the Presbyterian church along Fox Chapel Road. Sgt. Craig Sorg organized the May 28 event that featured a bicycle obstacle course, raffle giveaways, free helmets for children, tours of various emergency vehicles and...
1786 log cabin estate listed for $3.9 million in Fox Chapel
An original log cabin from the 1700s is still going strong as the oldest residence in Fox Chapel. And now it’s for sale. Originally known as Summer Seat, the cabin was bought from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1786 for just under three British pounds. The log cabin portion remains...
Aspinwall honors the fallen on Memorial Day with its 107th commemerative event
Aspinwall honored members of the military who made the ultimate sacrifice with a parade and wreath-laying ceremony Monday during its 107th Memorial Day Celebration. A parade kicked off at noon on Commercial Avenue and proceeded throughout the borough and ended back on Commercial. Parade organizer Barbara Leonard began volunteering in...
In brief: Herald area events for the week of May 27, 2024
Graduation looms • Fox Chapel Area High School: About 300 students will graduate at 2 p.m. June 9 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall, 4141 Fifth St., in Oakland. Clara Kelley and Henry Koloc will be the student speakers. • Shady Side Academy: 133 students will graduate at 9 a.m....
Wildlife, plants, paddlers find a haven on Sycamore Island
From a passing watercraft or the banks of the Allegheny River, Sycamore Island appears untouched by humans. A wall of invasive Japanese knotweed anchors the 14-acre island’s northern end, giving way to silver maple, cottonwood and, of course, sycamore trees, each grasping the silt against the river’s current. From off...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of May 26, 2024
Etna Nancy Jean Braun trustee sold property at 4 Gardner St. to Yohai Mordechai Einav for $80,500. Fox Chapel Lawrence Rich sold property at 3 Westmoreland Farm Lane to Brian and Shannon Zuckerbraun for $2,639,736. Indiana Courtyards At Hidden Falls L.P. sold property at 229 Rock Creek Road to Paul...
Fox Chapel track goes above and beyond at WPIAL meet
Anna Troutman could have made a few more attempts to extend her winning height at the WPIAL Class 3A championships. But with Troutman as the only competitor left and the rough conditions that day in Slippery Rock, she was halted at 5 feet, 5 inches, which gave the Fox Chapel...
Fox Chapel rowers develop chemistry, qualify for nationals
There are a lot of things that Lucas Gravina enjoys about rowing. When the Fox Chapel senior competes for the club team, he feels a sense of belonging with the people who share the boat. This year, Gravina qualified for the Scholastic Rowing Association of America National Championships in Pennsauken,...
Kayak Pittsburgh launches season in Sharpsburg
Boaters can hit the water in Sharpsburg on Saturday with the official season opening of Kayak Pittsburgh. The launch at James Sharp Landing will be open on weekends to offer kayak and canoe rentals. Individual passes, group bookings and classes are available. “We are eager to welcome the community back...
Podcast: Pittsburgh’s ties to Oppenheimer and the Atomic Age
The promise — and peril — of the power of the atom cast long shadows over Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania. TribLive News Editor Jon Silver talks about Pittsburgh’s ties to the Atomic Age and J. Robert Oppenheimer, the creator of the atomic bomb. Oppenheimer’s wife, Katherine “Kitty” Oppenheimer, was born in...
More vendors are welcome at First Fridays in Sharpsburg
Crafters, candle makers, jewelry designers, food vendors and others looking to set up shop would be hard-pressed to find a better price for a spot than free. When and where is this opportunity? That would be First Fridays in Sharpsburg. The monthly event, from 6 to 9 p.m. in the...
Aspinwall, Fox Chapel councils approve funding boosts for Foxwall EMS
Aspinwall and Fox Chapel councils have approved increased annual contributions to the boroughs’ ambulance provider. Foxwall EMS officials had requested $40,000 and $60,000, respectively, from the communities they serve. Acting EMS Chief Gino Mollica said the money was necessary to boost salaries and wages for staff retention and recruitment. “I...
Natural gas well fracking plans on hold in Indiana Township
A decision regarding a rezoning request in Indiana Township that could pave the way for new gas well construction won’t come for two months. The township’s planning commission voted 4-0 Wednesday night, May 22 before an overflow crowd to postpone its decision on a proposal by Cranberry-based MPF Management for...
Fox Chapel Council approves new solar panel project for public works facility
Fox Chapel officials are continuing their efforts to improve energy efficiency through solar means. Council unanimously approved a $70,700 contract with Energy Independent Solutions to install solar panels at the public works operations facility behind the borough building along Fox Chapel Road. The vote took place May 20. EIS was...
Shady Side Academy announces graduation plans
Shady Side Academy officials are getting ready to welcome families and friends of the graduating class of 2024. There is no limit to how many guests each of the 133 graduates can bring to commencement June 8 at Michael J. Farrell Stadium on the senior campus in Fox Chapel. The...
