Pine Creek Journal category, Page 35
New Pine-Richland hall of famer Bill Colpo shined on mat, gridiron in late ’60s
Bill Colpo was on a golf course in Idaho when he got a call that he’d be part of the 2023 Pine-Richland Athletic Hall of Fame class. It took a minute for it to sink in. “At first, I was like, ‘Are you kidding me?’” Colpo said. “The first reaction...
Armed with championship lessons, Pine-Richland ready for another run
It was a storybook ending for Pine-Richland football in Jon LeDonne’s first year at the helm. The Rams rebounded from a 1-3 start to rattle off a dozen wins in a row en route to the Class 5A state championship. There will be some key spots to fill this season,...
Garden greats: Ingomar club presents awards to creative students
The Ingomar Garden Club recognized the achievements of local students with an awards lunch on Aug. 2. Each year, there are various youth award contests through the National Garden Clubs Inc., including the High School Essay Contest, Poetry Contest and Smokey Bear & Woodsy Owl Poster Contests. This year’s theme...
Northern Regional’s police dog getting protective vest with donation from Rich-Mar Rotary
Ballistic vests have long been an integral part of a the gear police officers rely on to protect them during dangerous encounters. So for officers who rely on a dog as part of their patrol duties, protecting their canine partners from serious injury is just as important. But until last...
Pine-Richland student news for the week of Aug. 8, 2023
Eden Hall Upper Elementary School fifth-grader Alekhya Doddapaneni won the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts’ statewide One Water Poster contest. She now advances to the National Association of Conservation Districts competition. Each year, winning posters reflect the association’s annual stewardship theme and highlight the work of conservation districts and their...
In brief: Movie in the park, golf outing and more in Pine, Richland
Movie in the Park Head to Pine Community Park on Aug. 16, when “Monsters University” will begin showing near the sand volleyball courts around 9 p.m. Bring your own chairs and blankets. Free snacks will be available thanks to First Commonwealth Bank. For more information, visit twp.pine.pa.us. Richland Community Day...
North Hills area real estate transactions, week of Aug. 6, 2023
Bellevue Joseph Suto sold property at Jacks Run Road to Joshua and Natalie Neurohr for $90,000. Andrew Badger sold property at 139 Sheridan Ave. to Joseph Carmen and Allison Murtha Laneve for $460,000. Codey Wentz sold property at 128 Washington Ave. to Emily Solan for $255,000. Etna SQZ Capital LLC...
Pine man who pleaded guilty to child-porn charge last year accused of same crime again
A Pine Township man who pleaded guilty last year to having child pornography was arrested by Allegheny County police for allegedly downloading illegal images and video on the day of a scheduled meeting with his parole agent. Kyle Donnelly, 28, of the 200 block of McKinney Road was charged by...
Cindystock brings 2 days of music and charity to North Hills
A special two day event will commemorate 20 years of Cindystock, the annual outdoor music festival at the Wexford home of founders Cindy and Ted Yates. At 6:30 p.m. Aug. 18, Cindystock favorite and veteran singer songwriter Dan Navarro will play a set of songs featured on numerous album covers...
Richland retains Vogel as its garbage, recycling collector
Vogel Disposal Service will continue to be the garbage and recycling collector for Richland Township — though beginning in 2024, the method of collection will change and rates will increase. The current contract with Vogel Disposal Service expires at the end of 2023. The new contract with Vogel will be...
‘We’re just the helpers’: Nonprofit donates 7 strollers to children with disabilities
Rachel Losier loves shopping at the mall and going to amusement parks. But, for the past few years, a knee injury has prevented her from keeping up with her family and appreciating these outings. Losier, 18, of New Alexandria has Down syndrome, which is known for causing recurring knee injuries....
2023 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: Pine-Richland’s Ryan Cory
Pine-Richland football coach Jon LeDonne describes Ryan Cory as an old-school type of player. “He would have fit in perfectly back in the 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s,” LeDonne said. “You don’t see that these days from kids. He’s very physical and gets after it. He has great footwork and is...
Pine, Richland area student news for the week of Aug. 1, 2023
Jennifer Rakowski and Joshua Norris made the president’s list at Youngstown State University for the spring 2023 semester. Elaine McLaughlin, Autumn Nock, Cameron Marshalwitz, Casey Marshalwitz and Christina Lewis made the dean’s list. Francesca Pettinato has been named to the spring 2023 dean’s list at Palmer College of Chiropractic’s main...
In brief: Myasthenia Gravis Association golf outing, Kennywood tickets and more in Pine, Richland
Golf outing The Myasthenia Gravis Association of Western PA will host the Thirrd Annual MGA Golf Outing to benefit the organization’s free patient support services on Sept. 24 at Pheasant Ridge Golf Club in Gibsonia. Registration/check-in starts at 11:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. In addition to...
North Hills area real estate transactions, week of July 30, 2023
Bellevue Zachary Richert sold property at 173 N Sprague Ave. to Chauncey Foster for $285,000. Estate of Alfonso Siriani Jr. sold property at 144 S Bryant Ave. to Victoria Randall and Kaitlin Elliot for $164,000. Etna Denise Bowland sold property at 16-18 Bridge St. to 16 Bridge LLC for $165,000....
Adzema Pharmacy offers doses of charm, modern care in McCandless
You’d be out of luck searching for an egg sandwich or plate of lasagna at a typical pharmacy, save for the frozen food aisle. Adzema Pharmacy in McCandless is different, with a lunch counter just a few steps away from a fully stocked drug store, all under one roof. It’s...
Marquis de Lafayette’s travels through Bakerstown in 1825
Part 2 of 2 in a Richland History Group series about Lafayette’s role in helping America create its democracy during the Revolutionary War and chronicling the Western Pennsylvania Portion of his 16-month tour of America. On May 30, 1825, American Revolutionary War General Marquis de Lafayette, his son Georges Washington...
Pine partnering with PRC for glass recycling
Pine Township is implementing a new glass recycling bin program as part of a new partnership between municipalities in Allegheny County and the Pennsylvania Resources Council to provide reliable, uninterrupted glass recycling access. The glass recycling bins provide a contact-free, self-serve drop-off recycling service with flexible schedules and are free...
Amy Pampiks retires from Pine Township
Amy Pampiks, director of human resources for Pine Township, is retiring after 18 years of service. “She’s really helped me in my transition as the manager here. She’s guided me and helped me understand how Pine Township works,” township manager Jason Kratsas said. Pampiks was recognized for her dedication to...
In brief: Cornhole tournament, golf outing and more in Pine, Richland
Cornhole tournament Pine Richland Wrestling Boosters are hosting the Third Annual Cornhole Tournament at Windwood Park in Wexford on July 29. The fun begins at 11a m. All proceeds benefit Pine Richland Wrestling. No admission to come and watch. Cost is $50 per team (14 and under and 15 and...
North Hills area real estate transactions, week of July 23, 2023
Bellevue James McGurgan sold property at 713-715 Clinton Pl to Stefania James for $239,700. Katherine Beattie sold property at 509 Highland Pl to Jonathan Hyslop and Kathryn Senko for $125,000. Kenneth Draim sold property at 149 N Sprague Ave. to Andrew and Patricia Folmer for $324,000. Bradford Woods Nancy Snyder...
A look at Marquis de la Fayette’s 1825 stop in Bakerstown
Part 1 of 2 in a Richland History Group series about Lafayette’s role in helping America create its democracy during the Revolutionary War and chronicling the Western Pennsylvania portion of his 16-month tour of America. It was June 1, 1825. Not much had happened in “downtown” Bakerstown since its official...
Pine-Richland using summer break to focus on improvement projects
Work on an ambitious list of projects is underway in the Pine-Richland School District. More than three dozen projects totaling $12 million are being done, including major upgrades at the high school, the stadium and the middle school along with smaller improvements in all other buildings. Dana Kirk, the district’s...
In brief: Band booster Kennywood tickets, 5K and more in Pine, Richland
Kennywood tickets Pine-Richland Band Boosters organization is selling Kennywood tickets as a fundraiser to support the Pine-Richland Marching Band. Is one of the largest fundraisers annually. The cost for a ticket to the P-R Kennywood day on Aug. 18 is $39. Tickets for any other date are $44. Tickets purchased...
North Hills area real estate transactions, week of July 16, 2023
Bellevue John Stahl Jr. sold property at 184 N Sprague Ave. to Todd Williams and Alexa Roberts for $250,000. Etna Daniel Lisjack sold property at 316 Butler St. to Richard and Timothy Miller for $80,250. Allegheny County Redevelopment Authority sold property at Sherman Ave. to Bryan Holland for $1,300. Franklin...
