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Plum, Riverview graduates shine at college level
Cal Fisher continues to produce for the Penn State men’s volleyball team. Earlier this week, the Riverview graduate was named the Off the Block National Opposite (Hitter) of the week for his play in the Nittany Lions’ weekend series at nationally ranked George Mason. Fisher led Penn State, ranked No....
Oakmont firefighters propose new alert system
Oakmont firefighters proposed replacing the borough’s emergency sirens with a new alert system. “It needs upgrading,” Fire Chief Dave Carroll said. “It needs done. We had always, in the past five years, looked at our siren system. We’re building a package for the future.” Carroll and Jamie Musulin of Capitol...
Oakmont incumbents not running for reelection this year
Oakmont’s political landscape will change significantly after this year’s election, as four council incumbents and the mayor have declined to seek reelection. Seats up for grabs in November are occupied by council president Patricia Friday, vice president Leah Powers, councilmen John Arnold and David Brankley, and Mayor Christopher Whaley. Council...
Eastern area real estate transactions for the week of April 4, 2021
Chalfant Mario Pettica sold property at 224 Lynnwood Ave. to Nedsem Investments LLC for $40,000. Churchill Erika Ahlstrand sold property at 26 Barton Drive to Michelle Zentis for $155,000. Ron Lesko sold property at 3769 Greensburg Pike to Block Chain Luxury LLC for $64,000. David Indorato sold property at 3715...
Riverview track and field athletes aim to maintain section success
After being denied an opportunity to compete and defend section championships last spring, members of the Riverview boys and girls track and field teams got back to competition March 27 at the Altoona Igloo Invitational. It was the first glimpse of what Riverview coach Dave Illnicki hopes are productive seasons....
Neighbor Spotlight: Dolly Provenza defined Oakmont through education, recreation board work for more than 30 years
Editor’s note: Neighbor Spotlight is a monthly feature that aims to let our readers learn more about the people in their communities who are working to make them a better place, who have interesting stories to tell or who the community feels deserve “15 minutes of fame.” If you would...
UPMC St. Margaret Harmar Outpatient Center opens covid-19 vaccine clinic, doles out 600 doses a day
Retired nurse Audrey Wagner didn’t pay much attention when her husband dismissed the idea of getting a covid-19 vaccine. “I knew we were getting it, there were no ifs about it,” said Wagner, 77, who spent more than three decades as a cardiac nurse at St. Francis, St. Margaret and...
In brief: Student news, local author publishes a book, cleanup day and more in Plum
Women’s Business Network meetings The Murrysville Chapter of the Women’s Business Network holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. April meetings will take place on April 8 and 22. For more information, contact Katrina Burkett at 412-856-5250. The All Virtual...
Eastern area real estate transactions for the week of March 28, 2021
Chalfant John Tougher sold property at 243 Greenfield Ave. to Slimcan Akyuz for $145,000. Churchill Patricia McKee sold property at 47 Churchill Road to Gary William and Barbara Phillips Gardiner for $232,500. Estate of Gernard Lapietra sold property at 2340 Greensburg Pike to Thing Of Ours Limited for $75,000. Delmont...
Oakmont’s ‘Comeback Crawl’ promotes local businesses on rebound from covid slowdown
Beverly Vopicka had a surprisingly lovely Saturday in Oakmont’s business district. The newly vaccinated 76-year-old resident of The Rivers Edge apartments — who, like many people, hasn’t been out and about much during the pandemic — happily strolled along Allegheny River Boulevard on the 70-degree afternoon with her grandson and...
‘Comeback Crawl’ designed to help Oakmont businesses set for Saturday
It is no secret that small businesses, such as family restaurants and corner stores, have been hit hard during the covid pandemic. With vaccinations on the rise and safety protocols loosening up, Oakmont Chamber of Commerce members believe now is a great time to encourage more people to come out...
This week’s Giant Eagle Heinz Field vaccination clinics are full
As of Tuesday afternoon, Giant Eagle’s mass vaccination clinics at Heinz Field on Thursday and Friday are full. Giant Eagle spokesperson Dick Roberts said that while additional clinics will take place, he cannot comment on how many more there will be. Appointments are required. Only those eligible under Pennsylvania’s Phase...
In brief: Community cleanup day, drive-thru recycling event and more in Plum
Plum to hold 5th annual community cleanup day April 24 The Borough of Plum will holds its fifth annual community cleanup day from 8:30 to 10 a.m. April 24 at the Plum Borough Works Facility, 2001 Old Mine Road. To participate, you must register by email. Send your group name...
Verona, Oakmont to host Memorial Day parade
Oakmont and Verona officials are working to restore the twin boroughs’ Memorial Day parade. The annual event to honor the men and women who fought and died for this country was canceled last year because of the pandemic. Both borough councils recently gave approval to their respective committees to begin...
Eastern area real estate transactions for the week of March 21, 2021
Churchill Richard Spagnolli sold property at 2325 Marbury Road to Millennial Custom Homes LLC for $105,000. Adrian Starling sold property at 2333 Marbury Road to Matthew Sanguigni et al. and Keri Christine Russo Sanguigni for $305,000. Daniel Jon Gruber sold property at 2401 Marbury Road to Aaron Baker and Melissa...
Young, talented Riverview baseball team ready to compete in Class A
Bill Gras has high hopes this spring for his Riverview baseball team, a group he said which is high on both youthfulness and talent. The Raiders have settled into their move down to Class A, and Gras said his players are anxious to put their abilities to the test in...
Plans for Verona’s 150th anniversary celebration nearly complete
Verona’s 150th anniversary is such a huge deal it will be celebrated with at least four separate events throughout the year, organizers announced. “I think people are excited about it,” said Jessica Varone, founder and chair of Verona Community Group (VCG). “It’s been hard for us to make plans due...
Riverview School District to offer all students full-time, in-school instruction starting in April
All Riverview School District students will have the option of full-time, in-person or virtual instruction starting next month. It is part of the district’s plan to eliminate its hybrid model where students are split into two groups with each having a couple of days of in-class instruction and virtual learning...
Verona, Oakmont planning to host Memorial Day parade
Oakmont and Verona officials are working to restore the twin boroughs’ Memorial Day parade. The annual event to honor the men and women who fought and died for this country was canceled last year due to the pandemic. Both borough councils recently gave approval to their respective committees to begin...
Oakmont officials approve paving, line painting contracts
Oakmont officials tapped a Valencia-based company to cover this year’s paving program. Council unanimously voted to award a nearly $302,000 contract to Shields Asphalt Paving. Borough manager Scot Fodi said he is familiar with the company from when he worked at Middlesex and Pine townships. Shields was the lowest of...
In brief: Drive-Thru Eggstravaganza, cleanup week and more in Plum
Registration is open for the Drive-Thru Eggstravaganza. The event will be held April 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Plum Public Works Facility. Participants must remain in their cars to receieve a “bunny bag.” HotBunz and Pappy’s Kettle Corn will be at the Renton Road entrance offering...
Eastern area real estate transactions for the week of March 14, 2021
Delmont Estate of Carol Castellano sold property at 6 W Pine St. to Barry and Tammy Kelley for $190,000. Forest Hills John Carretta trustee sold property on Braddock Road to Forest Hills Borough for $10,000. Teri Rogacki sold property at 303 Forest Ridge Drive to Liza Haberstroh for $174,500. Jeffrey...
Oakmont, Verona named banner communities by Allegheny League of Municipalities
Oakmont and Verona have been named banner communities by the Allegheny League of Municipalities. The program recognizes communities that show a commitment to professional development, prudent fiscal management, transparency, accountability, and proactive communications to engage community stakeholders. The two were among 68 communities and five municipal authorities recognized this year,...
Verona finance director Jerry Kenna resigns; council hires new bookkeeper, payroll service
Verona finance director Jerry Kenna has resigned from the borough, again. The former borough manager turned money manager submitted his resignation via email, which was read by council President Nancy Carpenter at at council’s March 9 meeting. “Due to the growth of my business and my family, it is time...
Police: Man in custody after standoff in Oakmont
An Oakmont man was taken into custody Monday morning in connection with an overnight standoff with borough police and Allegheny County SWAT. Officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Allegheny River Boulevard shortly after 9 p.m. Sunday for a welfare check on a man threatening to harm himself. Police...
