Carnegie Signal Item category, Page 55
Savoyards, Pittsburgh Civic Orchestra open seasons in Carnegie, Upper St. Clair
The Pittsburgh Savoyards open their 82nd season with a production of “Ruddigore” at 8 p.m. Oct. 11-12 and Oct. 17-19 and at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 13 and 20 at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall in Carnegie, 300 Beechwood Ave. The group formed in 1938 and is Pittsburgh’s...
Chartiers Valley welcomes 3 new administrators
A new team of principals at Chartiers Valley Middle School plans to be visible as they learn more about the building, its students and staff. Michele Welter joined the Chartiers Valley team this year as principal, replacing Adrienne Floro, who retired from the district. Dan Knause soon will join Welter...
Brookline man allegedly performed lewd act near students at bus stop
A Brookline man was arrested Sept. 19 while allegedly performing a lewd act as he watched students waiting for a school bus, police said. Anthony Cardamone, 55, faces seven misdemeanor charges related to the incident, according to court records. According to a criminal complaint, a male student on Wednesday reported...
Several new businesses move into Carnegie, Bridgeville area
Headley’s Brewery has opened at 1743 E. Railroad St., Carnegie, serving growlers only by head brewmaster Jamie Headley. They recently received their brewing license and obtained the new space, located behind Kim’s Dog House Pet Grooming. One of their brewed features is RaceTrack Red Ale, an homage to Heidelberg’s racing...
Carlynton to hold meetings on superintendent hire
The timing of two state statutes has resulted in Carlynton school board temporarily changing job titles of two administrators. Acting Superintendent Joseph Dimperio resigned from his position and was appointed to the position of temporary substitute director of fiscal affairs and finance. Christopher Juzwick was appointed to temporarily fill the...
John Oyler: Oyler brothers, barn builders
Although the purpose of our recent trip to Gettysburg was focused on Lewis Armistead’s participation in the battle, it was easy for me to get distracted by other interests. The first distraction came as we passed an impressive stone barn coming into town. Elizabeth promptly reported, “McPherson’s Barn.” I was...
Carnegie couple celebrates 54 years of marriage
Congratulations to Franca and Saro Mollica of Carnegie, who celebrated 54 years of marriage Sept. 12. Franca and Saro immigrated to the U.S. in 1968 from Portigliola, Italy. They are the parents of Sal and Giovanna Maloney and have two granddaughters, Daniella and Stephanie Maloney. Bill and June Varley celebrated...
Scott Township toddler featured on Times Square Jumbotron
Erin Kozy is getting a special birthday gift this year. On Saturday, when Kozy turns 34, her 14-month-old daughter, Holland, will be featured on a jumbo screen in the heart of Times Square as a part of the National Down Syndrome Society’s (NDSS) annual video presentation. The video is meant...
Beers and books: South Fayette library benefits from brewery event
The South Fayette community will come together for brews, music and tasty treats on Sept. 19 to raise money for a good cause. The second annual “Beer for Books” event will run from 6 to 9 p.m. at Helicon Brewing in Oakdale, benefiting the South Fayette Township Library. “It’s like...
John Oyler: an unexpected trip to Gettysburg
Last weekend, I had an unanticipated treat thanks to my daughter, Elizabeth — a trip to Gettysburg. Elizabeth is heavily involved in a symposium on the premiere of a play that will be presented in the Stephen Foster Memorial on the University of Pittsburgh campus at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 14....
Rosedale celebrates 70 years in the trades
Rosedale Technical College will celebrate 70 years Sept. 28 at its Blue Jean Ball, honoring its reputation as the center of training for the skilled trades in Western Pennsylvania. Food and live music will be a part of the festivities. Dressy jeans or other denim attire is welcome at this...
Carnegie couple marks 40 years of marriage
Cathy and Paul Adamski of Carnegie celebrated 40 years of marriage Sept. 8. They are the parents of Jason and Michael and have three granddaughters, Bella, Alicia and Alexa. Paul also celebrated his birthday. Happy birthday to Craig Wood of Rosslyn Heights, who celebrates Sept. 18 with his wife Connie....
Pirates Charities donation to South Fayette school increases physical fitness
The excitement could be felt around the Watson Institute’s Education Center South in South Fayette. Not only was a new school year beginning but, thanks to Pirates Charities, the school had new adaptive equipment to help promote physical fitness among students. “It’s like kids in a candy store,” said program...
John Oyler: Bridgeville’s research center for railfans
Five years ago, Jim Fry donated his collection of railroad memorabilia to the Bridgeville Area Historical Society to become the nucleus of their railroad exhibit in the caboose annex at the History Center. His contribution included 140 books and pamphlets, plus 34 VHS tapes related to railroading. Recently, I had...
Glendale woman celebrates 99 years
Catherine Kyle of Glendale will be 99 on Sept. 9. Catherine is the wife of the late Jack Kyle, and together they had five children, the late Charles (Judy), Mary Ann (Bob) Kinzler, Jean (the late Ken) Kozy, Jack (Pauline) and the late Don. Catherine has 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren...
Carnegie Swings returns to library
Carnegie Swings, Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall’s event to showcase the facility while raising funds to support its mission, services and programming, returns Sept. 28. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the concert at 7:30 p.m. Musical director, arranger and trombonist Reggie Watkins created a show of music styles...
Scott Conservancy celebrates 30 years
Scott Conservancy will celebrate its 30th anniversary from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 14 at Kane Woods Nature Area in Scott Township. A dog walk will start at noon at the Whiskey Point Trailhead, 1461 Scrubgrass Road, while other activities, including a scavenger hunt and nature hike, will be...
Chartiers Valley athletic director accepts Notre Dame position
Chartiers Valley athletic director Angie Potthoff is headed back to Notre Dame to work as the director of operations for women’s basketball. Potthoff, a former WNBA player who has worked in various roles at the University of Notre Dame, including as assistant women’s basketball coach, has served as Chartiers Valley’s...
South Fayette eyed as site of self-driving vehicle test track
The future of self-driving vehicles may start in South Fayette Township. Developers have announced plans to construct a track for an autonomous-vehicle testing site at the former Campbells Airport site between Cecil-Sturgeon and Mohawk roads. They made their pitch to township commissioners at a public hearing Aug. 21, as part...
John Oyler: Bridgeville – What’s in a name?
Most of us are familiar with the accepted story of how Bridgeville got its name. In the early days, James Ramsey owned the western half of what is now Bridgeville. He assumed his property extended to the center of Chartiers Creek. At the point where the Black Horse Trail, the...
South Fayette grad makes fitness personal
Andrew Phillips, a 2009 graduate of South Fayette High School, received an associate’s degree in specialized technologies with a specialization in culinary arts from the Le Cordon Bleu. While working at a local country club, he continued his education by earning a personal trainer certification from the International Sports Science...
Scott couple celebrate 44 years
Happy 44th wedding anniversary to Christine (Homa) and Joe Zyra of Scott Township, who celebrate Sept 1. They are the parents of Lindsay (Brian) Frank and Allison (Shaun) Darrah. Chris and Joe have three grandchildren, Logan and Brady Frank and Lillian Darrah, with one on the way. Harry and Jack...
Restrictions planned for I-376 in Carnegie this weekend
Inspection activities on the Interstate 376 (Parkway West) bridge over Arch Street and the Port Authority’s West Busway in Carnegie Borough will occur Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting. Single-lane restrictions will occur in each direction from 6 a.m. to noon each day on I-376 just west of the Carnegie (Exit...
Open Streets Carnegie promotes health, wellness
Carnegie will open up its main streets for bikers, skateboarders and even those looking to learn how to pogo stick as the community members come together for a day of fitness in the streets. The fourth annual Open Streets Carnegie will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept....
Chartiers Valley welcomes back students
Excitement was in the air Tuesday as the Chartiers Valley School District welcomed back students for the new school year. Children at the primary school were hugged and high-fived by teachers, staff members and school police officers who offered words of encouragement as they exited their buses or were dropped...
