Sewickley Herald category, Page 149
Sewickley Chamber president, business owners irked by tax collection method
Sewickley’s business privilege tax has existed for decades. But business owners who attended a recent meeting said they did not know about it until recently. The Sewickley Chamber of Commerce hosted a public meeting July 16, when business owners said the borough didn’t inform them about the tax. An audit...
Ohio Township road construction to last through September
Work on Mt. Nebo Road between Arndt Road and Lowries Run Road in Ohio Township will begin at 6 a.m. July 29. The work, which is expected to last until late September, includes paving, drainage repairs and safety improvements. The Allegheny County Department of Public Works said crews will perform...
Animal Friends waives adoption fees because of abundance of cats
Those looking to add a furry friend to the family should head to Animal Friends this weekend, when all requested adoption donations will be waived. The Ohio Township facility says it’s filled to capacity because of an extremely active kitten season and the recent rescue of 31 cats from a...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Wednesday, July 17
Hello, Sewickley, The River Church-Franklin Park, 2365 Wharry Drive, Sewickley, will host Boom, a sports and arts camp, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 22-26. There will be soccer, flag football, painting, music, dek hockey, basketball, pottery and archery for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The cost is...
Sewickley clarifies banner protocol
Citing costs among other factors, Sewickley Council has decided the borough will no longer hang promotional banners on behalf of local organizations. In the past, an individual would fill out an application for a permit and pay a fee to have a banner hung by borough employees. Applications were no...
Veshio retires as Quaker Valley track coach
As a coach, Jerry Veshio encouraged his teams to focus on and improve one thing each week. It was that mentality that helped Quaker Valley’s track team send students to the state championship track meet every year for more than 40 years and Veshio to lead the football team to...
Doctors donate to Sewickley Community Center
Premier Women’s Health, a Sewickley obstetrics and gynecological medical practice, donated to the Sewickley Community Center five ‘Be Smart, Get Prepared’ first aid kits from the center’s wish list. Dr. Frank DiCenzo, OB/GYN physician, presented the kits to Miriam Rader, Sewickley Community Center board secretary. “Our practice is pleased to...
Work begins on I-79, Stoops Ferry Road
PennDOT has announced work on two area roads that could impact motorists. Lane restrictions on I-79 in Neville and Robinson townships begin today, weather permitting. Single-lane restrictions in both directions on I-79 between the Neville Island Bridge and the Crafton/Moon Run (Exit 60) interchange will occur according to the following...
Part of Camp Meeting Road in Bell Acres closed indefinitely due to landslide
A section of Camp Meeting Road in Bell Acres is closed indefinitely due to a landslide, the Allegheny County Department of Public Works announced Friday. Heavy rains on July 11 caused mud, rock and other debris to slide down the hillside onto the road, which is closed between Beech Ridge...
Bell Acres road closed indefinitely due to landslide
A section of Camp Meeting Road between Beech Ridge Drive and Fern Hollow Road in Bell Acres Borough is closed due to a landslide following storms on Thursday. The Allegheny County Department of Public Works said there is no timetable for when it will be repaired and reopened. Public Works...
Sewickley-area real estate transactions for the week of July 8, 2019
Bell Acres Amanda Klingensmith sold property at 115 North Ave. to Christopher Denny for $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $55,575). Leet Steven Shreve sold property at 5 Ambridge Ave. to Smithfield Holdings Inc. for $1,500. Leetsdale Andrew Coleman sold property at 11 Main St. to Charles...
Council formed to reimagine former Shenango site
An advisory council composed of regional stakeholders are meeting to determine the future of the former Shenango Coke Works on Neville Island. Operations ceased on the 50-acre development in early 2016. With the help of grant funding, the nonprofit Delta Institute is facilitating the Shenango Reimagined Advisory Council. The volunteer...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Friday, July 12
Hello, Sewickley, Animal Friends will host the Sewickley Pup Crawl at 406 Walnut St. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Shoppers can purchase a pass for $10 and peruse items from a number of businesses while mingling with adoptable pups. There will be special deals and all proceeds will...
Teens invited to St. Stephen’s summer events
Beth Samuel Jewish Center The center is at 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. For information, visit beth samuel.org or contact the center at bethsamueloffice@comcast.net or 724-266-5238. • 9 a.m. July 14 – Volunteer Day • 7 p.m. July 18 – Knitting 101 • 6:30 p.m. July 19 – Shabbat in the...
Sewickley YMCA reopens after flooding
The Sewickley Valley YMCA is reopen after flash flooding caused it to close Thursday. According to an email, the Y is open during regular operating hours with regularly scheduled programs....
Sewickley Valley affected by flooding Thursday
The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh issued a flash flood warning until 1:30 p.m. Thursday for northwestern Allegheny County and southeastern Beaver County. Flooding was reported around Bell Acres, Leetsdale Borough and Leet Township. Roads and highways, including Route 65, the Pennsylvania Turnpike and interstates 79 and 376, were affected....
Here’s what’s happening around town: Thursday, July 11
Hello, Sewickley, Leetsdale will host a Community Yard Sale including families from Broad and Beaver to the Terrace (Victory Lane) to Washington and streets in between. The sale will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 20. For more information, see “Leetsdale Community Informer” on Facebook, or call 724-266-4145....
Remember When: 1945
In the news this week 74 years ago: • The Greater Pittsburgh Parks Association announced a fundraising campaign to purchase 125 acres, including the Slippery Rock Creek gorge and the popular McConnell’s Mills picnic spot. The effort to raise $25,000 would purchase the former Thomas Hartman property, which included a...
Sewickley Chamber hosting open meeting
The Sewickley Valley Chamber of Commerce will host an open meeting starting at 8:30 a.m. July 16. The meeting will be held at Embody Physical Therapy, the entrance of which is in the front of the Talbots’ building. The business privilege tax and other topics will be discussed. All brick-and-mortar...
Sewickley Valley groups collaborate on sustainable development
Residents from the Sewickley Valley are assisting Re-Imagine BeaverCounty in its effort to facilitate a green economy. Re-Imagine Beaver, a volunteer coalition of Beaver County residents formed in 2017, released a report in May that summarized ideas for sustainable community and economic development in the county. The report incorporated ideas...
Sewickley resident to lead riverfront planning organization
After a nationwide search, the Pittsburgh-based nonprofit Riverlife selected Sewickley resident Matthew Galluzzo as its president and chief executive officer. Riverlife, founded in 1999, works to implement a community vision for Pittsburgh’s riverfront areas, including trails, parks, public spaces and real estate. Galluzzo, who currently serves as executive director of...
Sewickley Area Soccer offers concussion headbands
The Sewickley area is home to a high school soccer program that has posted more state championship titles in boys soccer than any other high school in the state. The enthusiasm for the sport starts at a young age. Sewickley Area Soccer (SAS) is in its 44th year as a...
Keep cool at the Sewickley Community Center pool
The Sewickley Community Center pool is open for the season. Located at 15 Chadwick St., the pool operates daily from 12:30 to 6 p.m. Daily rates are $6 for adults, $5 for students/seniors and free for children younger than 2. Concessions are available. Coolers are welcome. No adult beverages are...
Sewickley-area real estate transactions for the week of July 1, 2019
Aleppo Robert Yeager sold property at 315 Sewickley Ridge Court to John Zimmerman Jr. and Margaret Zimmerman for $625,000. Bell Acres Melanie Pursglove sold property at 100 Bower Drive to Sean and Aimee Seningen for $400,000. James Trovato sold property at 7 Fairway Drive to Fred and Maria Raymond for...
Christ Church holds men’s breakfast
Beth Samuel Jewish Center The center is at 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. For information, visit beth samuel.org or contact the center at bethsamuel office@comcast.net or 724-266-5238. • 10 a.m. July 11 – Knitting 101 • 9 a.m. July 14 – Volunteer Day Blackburn United Methodist Church The church is at...
