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Fox Chapel police charge man living in vacant home that’s on the market for $700K
A man who belongs to a group that describes itself as a private tribal association for indigenous peoples is accused of squatting in a large Fox Chapel home listed for sale for nearly $700,000. Noble Prince Kamoory El, 28, faces two counts of criminal trespassing in the case that police...
Fox Chapel police charge man living in vacant home that’s on the market for $700K
Fox Chapel police have charged a man for allegedly squatting in a vacant home along Riding Meadow Road that is on the real estate market for nearly $700,000. Police arrested Noble Prince Kamoory El, 28, with two counts of criminal trespass. Borough police Chief David Laux, who is set to...
In brief: Swing dance, FCASD 50-year-reunion and more in Fox Chapel
Swing Dance — ‘All That Jazz’ The Hampton Presbyterian Church Big Band is back on the bandstand from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on July 30 for Swing Dance – “All That Jazz.” Enjoy some great live music that will get your feet tapping. Admission price is $10 to be collected...
The Herald area real estate transactions for the week of July 25, 2021
Aspinwall Rachel Misour sold property at 113 Fourth St. to Kyle Misour and Catherine Boyles for $250,000. Dennis Putze trustee sold property at 23 Fourth St. to John and Kelly Krieg for $285,000. Blawnox Terry Haser sold property at 154 Second St. to Sandy Michelin for $176,000. Etna Jesse Burton...
Farmer x Baker expanding with O’Hara location
A popular waterfront eatery is expanding its operations. Farmer x Baker, a repurposed shipping container-turned-eatery located inside Aspinwall Rivertrail Park, plans to open a new brick-and-mortar location in O’Hara Township this fall and serve as the exclusive caterer and provider for a new weekend brunch at Cellar on Penn in...
Aspiring scientists can find much to do at Sharpsburg Community Library
Sharpsburg Community Library has transformed its courtyard into a hands-on creative station for summer. Elementary-aged students last week were treated to one-hour mini camps, through Carnegie Science Center, where budding engineers tangled with experiments fit to test their inner Thomas Edison, organizers said. “The kids are learning electrical and structural...
Community Swim Club team caps undefeated season with gold in North Hills league championships
Community Swim Club is making waves in the North Hills Summer Swim League. An undefeated season was capped with a win in the championship meet July 15, ranking them as the top regional team in the Gold Division. It was the first time in more than five years that the...
Aspinwall Riverfront Park expands, changes name to Allegheny RiverTrail Park
Aspinwall Riverfront Park, the recreational gem off Freeport Road with a fishing dock, dog park and garden-lined trail, has expanded by six acres and has changed its name, officials announced. The site will be called Allegheny RiverTrail Park (ARP), largely because of its vital gateway service to the Three Rivers...
Riverfront Theater Company eager to return to in-person productions with ‘Into the Woods Jr.’
Hampton junior Lauren Michael joked that she does some of her best singing in the car. She has no jitters belting out tunes along with the radio. This summer, the 15-year-old pushed past her comfort zone to audition for a part in Riverfront Theater Company’s live production of “Into the...
Beltzhoover native Angelique Bradford appointed new associate pastor at Sharpsburg’s Roots of Faith
The new associate pastor at Roots of Faith in Sharpsburg lives by the motto, “Say yes to God and great things will happen.” “I am not fully aware of the possibilities that God has in store for me,” said the Rev. Angelique Bradford, a Beltzhoover native who celebrated her installation...
Aspinwall residents encouraged to help steer comprehensive plan
Aspinwall residents are encouraged to attend a public meeting Thursday to help steer the borough’s 10-year comprehensive plan, now in development. Consultants Pashek+MTR will provide information on emerging key issues and hope to hear feedback to help form future strategies. The open house is 6 to 9 p.m. at Aspinwall...
Sharpsburg Fall Festival will replace Open Streets this year
Sharpsburg is planning a fall festival to replace its wildly popular Open Streets, canceled last year by the covid-19 pandemic and this year by Main Street construction. “We promised everyone that once the pandemic eased up, we would put together an awesome event,” Organizer Greg Domian said. Hosted by the...
Camp Guyasuta offers adventures in learning
Rock climbing, zip lining and creek hikes are all part of the learning at Camp Guyasuta’s Adventure STEM Camp this summer. Hundreds of children, ages 6-13, have been exploring the 175-acre Boy Scout-owned facility in a series of day camps that aim to teach science and technology, but also self-confidence...
In brief: Worship service at Hartwood Acres, Swing dance and more in Fox Chapel
Worship service at Hartwood Acres Elfinwild, Parkwood and Hampton Presbyterian churches will come together July 25 to host a combined worship service outdoors at the Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheatre. The service will be led by the pastors of the participating churches with the bands of all three churches contributing music....
The Herald area real estate transactions for the week of July 18, 2021
Blawnox Shubha Mullick sold property at 508 Carla Drive to Robert Parise for $151,200. Etna Nicholas Manjerovic sold property at 146 Buckeye Alley to Gregory Hess and Carley Catherine for $19,500. Michael Clark sold property at 21 Elm Lane to Ryan James and Rachel Anne Lancia for $185,000. Estate of...
Student news: Parent volunteer needed, rowing champion, student production awards and more
Parent volunteer needed at Fairview Elementary Fairview Elementary School in the Fox Chapel Area School District needs a parent representative to serve on the school’s site-based management team for a two-year term. The term will start in the fall of 2021 and end in the spring of 2023. The team...
Fox Chapel Area High School hosts blood drive amid critical shortage
In the few weeks since Vitalant issued a call to replenish severe blood shortages across the region, the situation has improved — but not quite enough. “There is still a critical need for blood,” said Kristen Lane, Vitalant communications manager. “Donors are needed now to help prevent another shortage during...
Former Fox Chapel cardiologist convicted of health care fraud surrenders after skipping sentencing
A former Fox Chapel cardiologist who became the subject of an arrest warrant after missing his sentencing hearing on Wednesday turned himself in a day later. Dr. Samirkumar J. Shah turned himself in to the federal courthouse on Grant Street on Thursday morning, officials said. His sentencing hearing has been...
Rosedale food pantry gets new walk-in cooler to help with summer produce storage
Rosedale Food Pantry in Penn Hills recently obtained a new walk-in cooler in order to store more food and help more families. It acquired the near 7-by-7-foot cooler in May from Ventec Refrigeration of Penn Hills. It can store about 200 boxes of produce, milk and baked goods. “It increases...
Mother of slain man sues Fox Chapel suspect charged in his killing
The mother of a Verona man whose body was found at a Fox Chapel property months after he went missing in 2019 is suing the man accused of killing him. T. Lee Rouse, of Verona filed a lawsuit against Adam Rosenberg, 23, on Wednesday in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court....
Signature Dishes: Jerk tofu part of authentic Caribbean menu at 2 Sisters 2 Sons in SharpsburgVideo
This is part of an ongoing series highlighting Signature Dishes at locally owned restaurants in the region. See Trib Total Media’s new online directory of restaurants, Dine Local, at dinelocal.triblive.com. When Marline Siddo visits her family in Jamaica, she comes home to Pittsburgh’s North Side lugging stuffed suitcases. They are...
Federal arrest warrant issued for Fox Chapel cardiologist who skipped sentencing
A federal judge on Wednesday issued an arrest warrant for a former Fox Chapel cardiologist convicted two years ago of health care fraud in a “fountain of youth” treatment scheme. Dr. Samirkumar J. Shah was scheduled to be sentenced on Wednesday by U.S. District Judge David S. Cercone. But just...
Squaw Run Garden club changes name to Trillium Garden Club
In the wake of local and national controversy over the word squaw and its meaning, a Fox Chapel area garden club has changed its name. Squaw Run Garden Club is now Trillium Garden Club – a nod to the prolific white flowers that line local trails each spring. “While the...
Marlins draft former Fox Chapel, Seton Hill left-hander Patrick Monteverde
Patrick Monteverde’s left arm has carried him to several far-flung places — from Fox Chapel to Virginia Beach, Va., to Greensburg and, eventually, to Lubbock, Texas. But he hopes to settle in Miami after the Marlins drafted him 239th overall Monday in the eighth round of the MLB Draft. Monteverde...
Blawnox Community Garden hosting free produce giveaways
Blawnox residents are invited to a community produce stand on Wednesday where they can take home free veggies and herbs. Items will be distributed from 6 to 7 p.m. at the War Monument on the corner of Freeport Road and North Avenue. Zucchini, squash, kale, basil and collard greens are...
