Sewickley Herald category, Page 147
Christ Church hosts finance class
Beth Samuel Jewish Center The center is at 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. For information, visit bethsamuel.org or contact the center at beth samueloffice@comcast.net or 724-266-5238. • 7:05 p.m. Aug. 21 — Jewish Heritage Night at PNC Park • 6:30 p.m. Aug 23 – Shabbat Under the Stars Blackburn United Methodist...
No wider, but Sewickley Bridge will get upgrades come spring
The 20,000 or so commuters who travel daily across the Sewickley Bridge, connecting the borough and Moon Township over the Ohio River, should seek an alternate route next spring. A multi-million dollar project to extend the life of the truss bridge and make it a smoother ride is in its...
Remember When: 1981
In the news this week 38 years ago: • The newly completed Leetsdale Manor highrise apartment building was preparing to welcome its first residents, with application acceptances set to begin Sept. 1. The borough’s mayor, Robert Mercer, told those assembled at a community meeting that he was “impressed with the...
Around town: Sewickley’s Sweetwater music series continues
Hello, Sewickley, The Summer Acoustic Series at Sweetwater Center for the Arts continues from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday with Dan Bubien and the Delta Struts. Sweetwater’s new music series features acoustic performances. Dan Bubien and the Delta Struts put a contemporary spin on soulful roots and blues. Tickets include...
Public meeting on Sewickley Bridge to be held Thursday
PennDOT District 11 will conduct a meeting regarding the Sewickley Bridge construction project from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday in the Sewickley Public Library’s community room. Representatives will discuss the bridge project’s scope, traffic plan and schedule, and residents can ask questions. To read more about the project, click here....
Around town: Sewickley library hosts ice cream social
Hello, Sewickley, Stop by the Sewickley Public Library tonight for a cool treat. The annual Ice Cream Social will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. in the children’s department. Make a sundae and stay for stories and songs. — What’s the Neighborhood News Network all about? With SewickleyHerald.com, we...
Longtime Animal Friends CEO terminated
Animal Friends longtime President and CEO David Swisher has been terminated. According to Animal Friends board Chairwoman Gina Carlos, Swisher has been replaced by Kathleen Beaver, former chief strategy officer. “Upon being made aware of allegations against President and CEO David Swisher involving violations of the organization’s employment policies, Animal...
Quaker Valley ready for new full-day kindergarten
Kindergartners in the Quaker Valley School District will have a full day of learning in 2019-20, with added time focused on art, music and physical education. Students will even get an added afternoon snack and down time to help them recharge their batteries as they adjust to a full day...
This weekend in Sewickley: Jaguars, speedbikes and more
Happening this weekend around Sewickley: Saturday, Aug. 10 • The Sewickley Farmers Market returns to the St. James parking lot, 200 Walnut St., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. • The Jaguar Club of Pittsburgh will hold their Annual Display of Exceptional Cars from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. along...
Former Sewickley Herald editor was dedicated to community, craft
Dona Dreeland had a quick wit, a passion for words and an appreciation for any writer who knew how to turn a phrase. “She focused more on quality writing than anything,” said Adam Brandolph, a former Tribune-Review reporter who got his start at the Sewickley Herald. “It wasn’t always just...
Beth Samuel hosts rummage sale
Beth Samuel Jewish Center The center is at 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. For information, visit bethsamuel.org or contact the center at beth samueloffice@comcast.net or 724-266-5238. • 8 a.m. Aug. 11 – Rummage sale • 5 p.m. Aug. 12 – BSJC serving The Ladle • 7:05 p.m. Aug. 21 — Jewish...
Temporary closure of Sewickley Bridge to occur during repairs
Sewickley Bridge construction, slated to begin in 2020, will result in significant traffic changes. According to PennDOT spokesman Steve Cowan, preservation work is anticipated to begin in late April or early May. “We do not currently have a finalized construction schedule, but the project will only be a single season,”...
Police investigating after body found in Ohio River
Allegheny County police are investigating after a man’s body was found floating in the Ohio River in the area of Neville Island late Wednesday. A boater who was fishing in the area reported the body shortly after 11 p.m. The body was recovered and taken to the Allegheny County Medical...
Remember When: 2000
In the news this week 19 years ago: • Sewickley and Ambridge played host to 90 members of the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions for a walking tour of both boroughs this week. The visit was part of the Pittsburgh Forum 2000 conference cosponsored by the Pennsylvania Historic and Museum...
Sewickley’s Zamagias condos move forward after lawsuit
Despite opposition and a lawsuit, plans for a development in the Village are moving forward. On Aug. 5, Zamagias Properties announced the groundbreaking for the first of two luxury condominiums at 400-420 Centennial Ave. Zamagias, a Pittsburgh-based real estate developer, proposed the project more than three years ago. Sewickley Mayor...
Sewickley Bridge topic of PennDOT meeting
A public meeting for the Sewickley Bridge Preservation project will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Aug. 15 in the Community Room of the Sewickley Public Library, 500 Thorn St. PennDOT will conduct the meeting, with representatives presenting the proposed project scope, traffic control plans and schedule. PennDOT will...
Around town: Ballet at Sewickley’s Tull theater
Hello, Sewickley, West Point Ballet students will perform at the Tull Family Theater starting at 5:30 p.m. Friday. The facility, located in Coraopolis, was founded by Cuban-born Cynthia Castillo and Damien Martinez, who danced with the National Ballet of Cuba, then in Florida, South Carolina and with the Pittsburgh Ballet...
Aleppo ‘ahead of the curve’ on streaming meetings
Matthew Doebler has a favorite quote, coined by renowned law professor Lawrence Lessig: “Information wants to be free.” As an Aleppo Township commissioner, Doebler pioneered an effort to enhance government accountability by live-streaming commissioners meetings and making the video accessible to residents. He said any government official who can use...
Historical film shows Sewickley in the 1930s and ’40s
John Poister has devoted much of his time to film restoration since his surprise discovery of films documenting Sewickley’s 1940 centennial celebration. The find late last year demanded his attention, prompting him to resign as executive director of the Sewickley Valley Historical Society (SVHS). He has remained close to the...
Watson Institute appoints new trustee
John Schmitt, CPA, was recently appointed to the board of trustees of the Watson Institute. The Watson Institute provides special education and supportive services for children with special needs, reaching more than 1,300 children each year from twelve counties and more than 70 school districts in Pennsylvania. Prior to accepting...
This weekend in Sewickley: ‘Rose Colored Glasses’ and more
Happening this weekend in Sewickley: Saturday, Aug. 3 • Sewickley Farmers Market is held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday through November in the St. James parking lot, 200 Walnut St. • A Rocket Ship Craft Drop In program for all ages will be held from 1 to...
Sewickley Presbyterian accepting rummage sale donations
Beth Samuel Jewish Center The center is at 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. For information, visit beth samuel.org or contact the center at beth samueloffice@comcast.net or 724-266-5238. • 8 a.m. Aug. 11 – Rummage sale • 7:05 p.m. Aug. 21 — Jewish Heritage Night at PNC Park Blackburn United Methodist The...
I-79 weekend restrictions planned in Neville, Robinson
Lane restrictions on southbound I-79 in Neville and Robinson townships will occur Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting. Single-lane restrictions on southbound I-79 between the Neville Island Bridge and the Crafton/Moon Run (Exit 60) interchange will occur from 5 a.m. Saturday continuously through 8 p.m. Sunday night, according to PennDOT. The...
Remember When: 1955
In the news this week 64 years ago: • The move to join five neighboring municipalities into one school district was delayed this week, with Sewickley school officials and members of the Proposed Quaker Valley Joint Schools board trading letters in an attempt to negotiate administrative issues. In a letter...
Quaker Valley marching band back at it
The Quaker Valley High School Marching Band was back at it this week with the start of band camp at the middle school. On Wednesday, members—some dressed in mismatched socks, Christmas sweaters, and colorful prints—practiced formations and songs for this year’s superhero-themed halftime show. The band was led by Batman-mask-wearing...
