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Pine Creek briefs: ‘Fill that Truck’ to benefit needy families
Toy collection underway The 11th annual “Fill that Truck” holiday toy drive to aid local families in the Pittsburgh area through the holiday season. It’s sponsored by Walnut Grill and Women’s Choice Network. Through Dec. 10, new unwrapped toys may be dropped off at all Walnut Grill Restaurants. Toys will...
Northern Tier Library offers holiday programs galore
Last year the pandemic restricted the Northern Tier Library’s Holiday Boutique, but this year’s event will be bigger and better than ever! Offerings include tickets to cultural events, holiday gifts, toys, books, “spirited” baskets and more! You can browse this year’s Winter Wonderland of themed trees on our website northerntierlibrary.org...
Pine-Richland named in Top 64 teams in International Public Policy Forum
The Brewer Foundation and New York University has named Pine-Richland High School as one of the “Top 64” teams for the Annual International Public Policy Forum – the first and only contest that gives high school students around the world the opportunity to engage in written and oral debates on...
Pine-Richland/Mars JROTC cadets bring home awards
Pine-Richland High School/Mars Air Force JROTC cadets attended their first drill competition at McDowell High School in Erie. The cadets earned top awards and included: • Third place Uniform Inspection Team commanded by Cadet Cait Howard • Second place JV Color Guard Team commanded by Cadet Alanna Shaw • Second...
In brief: A note from the big guy
Choral students offer letters from Santa Pine Richland High School choral students are offering Letters from Santa to children of all ages. For a $5 donation, the choral students will personalize a letter from Santa for the child. For more information or to order a Letter from Santa, email Santa’s...
Pine-Richland School District earns ‘Excellence Award’
The Mid-Atlantic Alliance for Performance Excellence (MAAPE) program has named Pine-Richland School District a 2021 Excellence Award recipient. The Excellence Award is the alliance’s highest award level. “Notably, Pine-Richland School District will be only the seventh organization to earn the Excellence Award in the past 15 years and the first...
Senior class built winning culture for Pine-Richland field hockey
A few nights after Pine-Richland field hockey’s season came to an end, Rams coach Donna Stephenson said it felt weird sitting at home because she felt like she should be out at practice with her team. Stephenson’s feelings went beyond the everyday routine teams get into during a season before...
North Hills area real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 21, 2021
Bellevue Jean Marie Bujalski sold property at 29 Grant Ave. to Paul and Emily Anna Duchow for $178,126. Randall Reddy sold property at 433 Hallett Place to Ryan Michael and Kelly Lynn Shane for $118,000. John Lissberger trustee sold property at 4260 Ohio River Blvd. to Scott Family Trust for...
Defensive stands, Yacamelli’s runs lead Penn-Trafford past Pine-Richland in Class 5A semifinal
When Cade Yacamelli fumbled on the first play of the game, the Penn-Trafford senior said some unflattering words to himself. But he sure made up for it later. Yacamelli rushed for 207 yards on 19 carries and scored three second-half touchdowns to help lead Penn-Trafford to a dominating 24-6 victory...
Man accused of indecent exposure in Richland Target parking lot
A Zelienople man is accused of exposing himself in a Target parking lot in Richland Township. Northern Regional police on Monday charged Kevin Lee Clark, 28, with indecent exposure and disorderly conduct stemming from an incident at 550 Grandview Crossing Drive on Oct. 28. In a criminal complaint against Clark,...
Before heading west, Pine-Richland runner caps decorated high school cross country career
On Nov. 10, Meredith Price signed a letter of intent for track and cross country at Utah State, so this coming fall she’ll be running in the Rocky Mountains. The last few years she’s proven she’s had no problem navigating the hills of Pennsylvania. Price placed 17th in the PIAA...
Pine-Richland’s Hasley shows worth on both sides of the ball
Jeremiah Hasley ran gassers every day he could during the summer and even worked with a personal trainer to get into the best shape possible, because he wanted to be on the field for every snap of Pine-Richland football this season. Hasley, a Duke recruit, had already made his mark...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 14, 2021
Bellevue SFR3 LLC sold property at 65 N Jackson Ave. to Amit Property Holdings LLC for $80,000. Gabriel Dicostanzo sold property at 98 S Harrison Ave. to Kenneth Lee Jr. and Teriney Peterson-Lee for $300,000. Francis Juracko sold property at 454 Teece Ave. to Mark Steven Rawlings for $170,000. Bradford...
Pine-Richland shakes off slow start, beats Peters Township in Class 5A quarterfinals
With a sputtering offense, miscues on defense and his team trailing at halftime, Pine-Richland coach Steve Campos didn’t need to do much to inspire his team in the locker room, just a reminder was all that was needed. “It was simple and we talked about it all week,” said Campos....
Pittsburgh vocalist’s EP blends neo-soul, jazz, R&B
Pittsburgh vocalist KELS is looking forward to her 26th birthday later this month. On that date, the Pine-Richland graduate will release her first three-song EP, “Slow Ryde,” after performances this summer at the Three Rivers Arts Festival, Deutschtown Music Festival, Millvale Music Festival and Picklesburgh. Before that, though, she’ll host...
Richland history: A look back at the life of the complex Simon Girty
The Richland History Group will monthly highlight notable events from the area’s past. Simon Girty (1741-1818), the white man turned Indian, and known as “The Great Renegade” or “White Savage,” is likely the most despised person ever to set foot in Richland Township. He was a frontiersman who defected from...
Pine-Richland alum Kevin Rader activated by Steelers for game vs. Bears
After playing with just two active tight ends last week, the Pittsburgh Steelers ensured they’d have a third available to them for Monday night’s game against the Chicago Bears. Pine-Richland alumnus Kevin Rader was elevated from the practice squad, the team announced Monday afternoon. Headed into Monday, Rader’s prior NFL...
In brief: It’s time for Holiday Dazzle
Family activities abound Get in the spirit with Pine Community Center’s Holiday Dazzle. This fun family event is set 4-7 p.m. Nov. 20 in the Pine Community Center. Tickets are required and are $5 per person for everyone attending the event. Sign up online at the PCC website or in...
Pine-Richland volleyball team makes strong statement in playoff loss
The Pine-Richland girls volleyball team certainly did not go down without a fight. In their WPIAL Class 4A quarterfinal game with Moon, the Rams found themselves down 2-1 in the match after dropping two consecutive sets, but rallied to win the fourth set and pushed the Tigers to the limit...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 7, 2021
Bellevue Michelle Salisbury sold property at 117 Center Ave. to Jacob Very for $166,000. Kevin Wright sold property at 403 Forest Ave. to David and Elizabeth May for $380,000. Scott Russell sold property at 512-514 Highland Pl to Krutarth Patel for $276,789. Vanaja Tripuraneni trustee sold property at 638 Monroe...
Letter to the editor: Pine Township, Pine Richland School Board meetings shouldn’t be held at same time
I am a resident of Wexford and live within the jurisdiction of Pine Township. I am also the parent of a student in the Pine Richland School District. I am very interested in the agendas, discussions and decisions of both the board of supervisors and the Pine Richland School Board....
2 newcomers elected as Pine supervisors
As incumbents Michael Dennehy and Ed Holdcroft decided not to seek reelection for their seats on the Pine Township board of supervisors, voters chose from four newcomers to fill the pair of openings. Republicans Casey White and Audrey Mackie came out on top, with 2,214 and 2,065 votes, respectively. Democrats...
Northern Tier Library’s Bookmobile headed to Pine Community Center
The Northern Tier Library is coming to the Pine Community Center. Bookmobile service began Nov. 1 and continues each Monday from 2-3 p.m. Family fall fun run & walk Get your sneakers ready and join us Nov. 20 at 9:30 a.m. for a 1-mile walking and running course around the...
4 new directors elected to Pine-Richland school board
Nearly half of Pine-Richland’s nine-member school board was replaced on Tuesday when an incumbent school director was defeated and three other political newcomers were elected to serve. In Region 1, Republican Lisa Hillman defeated Democrat Ashley Fortier to fill a vacancy created with the resignation of school director Ben Campbell...
In brief: Women’s Business Network sets November meetings
Women’s Business Network sets November meetings Women’s Business Network is an award-winning business association that supports the success and growth of women in business through networking, education, and leadership opportunities. Part networking group, part mastermind group, part educational resource, WBN provides members with the tools to be successful, including goal...
