Sewickley Herald category, Page 151
Sewickley council rejects paving bids
Having rejected bids for work on the 2019 road program, Sewickley council may not seek additional proposals until spring. During the June 11 meeting, council passed a motion to reject the bids contractors submitted to perform paving, storm sewer improvement and other work included in the program. The decision was...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Wednesday, June 19
Hello, Sewickley, Sewickley Valley YMCA’s Good Deed for June will benefit the Beaver County Humane Society. Their mission is to protect all domestic animals in Beaver County by providing shelter and care. The Y is collecting the following: cat toys, dog toys, peanut butter, dryer sheets, pens, pencils and Sharpie...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Tuesday, June 18
Hello, Sewickley, Did you know that the Sewickley Valley Historical Society has curated a collection of photographs online? On the forever.com website, viewers can choose from three categories: • Sewickley Valley postcards — Images in the historical society’s 2006 book were chosen from this collection. • Vintage photos of residents...
Sewickley Art & Music Festival cut back to one day
The Sewickley Art & Music Festival has been cut to one day to appease business owners. Sewickley council approved Explore Sewickley’s request to close Broad Street on Sept. 27 for the festival during a June 11 meeting. Jennifer Markus, executive director of the nonprofit, said the decision to eliminate the...
Plan for VFW site receives conditional zoning approval
The former VFW is one step closer to becoming a parking lot. Gus Mantia and his son purchased the Veterans of Foreign Wars property at 529 Beaver St. earlier this year. By end of summer, they will likely have the approval necessary to pursue their plans. The Mantias purchased two...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Sunday, June 16
Hello, Sewickley, The establishment of Father’s Day as an American tradition started with a mining accident in West Virginia in which many fathers were killed. The 1907 memorial service to the fallen inspired the idea of a permanent Father’s Day. There was also the desire to have a day to...
Big Sewickley Creek Watershed focus of meeting
Allegheny Land Trust will host a night of discussion and status surrounding the Big Sewickley Creek Watershed Conservation & Stewardship Plan. The purpose of the plan is to provide a better public understanding of the watershed’s natural and cultural assets, threats to water quality and property due to flooding, conflicting...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Saturday, June 15
Hello, Sewickley, Sweetwater Center for the Arts will host a reception from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday for the Journey of Hope exhibition. Since the beginning of the year, Sweetwater has worked with the children of Holy Family Institute’s Journey of Hope program. This program offers a safe, supportive environment...
Confidence, development of 3rd pitch helped QV grad Garbee reach pros
Mercyhurst pitchers Tyler Garbee and Matthew Minnick paced in the dugout during the Lakers’ game against UC San Diego. Not surprising considering this was the Division II World Series and the Lakers were facing elimination with a loss. But their anxiety had as much to do with an anticipated phone...
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of June 14, 2019
Aleppo Penn Pioneer Enterprises LLC sold property at 407 Trailside Drive to Lisa Morell for $170,000. Bell Acres Bernard Phillip Slusser sold property at 1923 Big Sewickley Creek Road to Bernard Phillip Slusser and Stacie Sloan Fisher for $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $69,540). Paul Bertiaux...
St. James to hold Procession of the Blessed Sacrament
Beth Samuel Jewish Center The center is at 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. For information, visit bethsamuel.org or contact the center at bethsamueloffice@comcast.net or 724-266-5238. • 6:30 p.m. June 14 – Shabbat in the Park; RSVP for location • 9 a.m. June 15 – Torah Yoga • 7 p.m. June 20...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Friday, June 14
Hello, Sewickley, The Center for Young Musicians’ teen hang-out, “Off the Record,” and Studio419 have joined forces to provide teens with a space where they can relax, enjoy snacks, learn from each other and express themselves freely. In this six-week music and art crossover summer series, teens will explore their...
Route 65 closure planned in Emsworth this weekend
A weekend closure on northbound Route 65 (Ohio River Boulevard) in Emsworth Borough will occur Friday night through Sunday night, weather permitting. PennDOT District 11 said the northbound lanes of Route 65 will close to traffic from 8 p.m. Friday continuously through 8 p.m. Sunday at the intersection with Hazelwood...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Thursday, June 13
Hello, Sewickley, Want to beautify the area? Join the 2019 River Sweep Cleanup from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. Volunteers will meet at the Kilbuck Fish Commission boat ramp in Glenfield, 340 E. Beaver St., to clean up the river bank. Garbage bags, gloves and water will be provided. Volunteers,...
Ohio Township road reopens after slide
Slide remediation work is complete on Red Mud Hollow Road in Ohio Township. PennDOT District 11 announced Route 4043 (Red Mud Hollow Road) opened to traffic Wednesday after having been closed since April 29 between Mt. Nebo and Creese roads. PennDOT conducted the work....
Here’s what’s happening around town: Wednesday, June 12
Hello, Sewickley, The Tull Family Theater’s series of sensory friendly screenings continues with the first two of the summer’s highly anticipated animations: “The Secret Life of Pets 2” at 10 a.m. Saturday, and “Toy Story 4” at a time to be announced on June 29. Parking, available in a municipal...
Dog shot in Stowe recovering at Animal Friends
A dog who was found shot in Stowe Township is recovering at Animal Friends. Milk Dud, an approximately one-year-old Rottweiler, was found by a Good Samaritan and brought to Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center - North Hills early in the morning of June 10, said Anthony Pardo, medical director...
Quaker Valley holds commencement at Soldiers & Sailors
Commencement was held for Quaker Valley seniors at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall in Oakland Monday....
Sewickley man sets out to race 3,070 miles across America on a bike
The bike race is 3,070 miles long. It spans 12 states, crosses deserts with temperatures reaching more than 100 degrees and climbs mountains 11,000 feet tall. The distance equals 114 marathons or about the same that the average American drives in two and half months. Riders will climb 100,000 feet,...
Sewickley officials commend progress of construction site
Sewickley officials can see the light at the end of the tunnel with the 429-435 Broad St. construction site, according to borough Mayor Brian Jeffe. The owner of the company developing the site, Jonathan Moritz, said in a June 3 interview that he expects the exterior renovation of the Sewickley...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Tuesday, June 11
Hello, Sewickley, Animal Friends will host a Re-Tail Resale Store from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. This yard sale-style event includes deals on brand-new items like crates, gates, pet doors, ramps and more. All of the proceeds benefit animal residents and lifesaving programs. For more information, visit . —...
Sewickley Academy holds graduation ceremony
Sewickley Academy held graduation ceremonies for 77 graduates at the Events Center on campus June 6....
New board broadens mission of Explore Sewickley
Explore Sewickley has a new board of directors and a new vision for the organization. The nine-member board has been in place since late April. Jennifer Markus, executive director of Explore Sewickley, is the only current board member who sat on the previous six-member board. By end of summer, members...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Monday, June 10
Hello, Sewickley, Registration is open for Sweetwater Center for the Arts’ Studio 419 summer classes. Courses include Teen Film-making and Exploring Ink, Mommy and Me and a Paint and Sip. Classes also will be offered at Sweetwater. Visit for more information. — What’s the Neighborhood News Network all about?...
Sewickley resident named ‘Vetrepreneur’
Michael Cherock, founder, president and chief executive officer of AE Works, has been named the 2019 Pittsburgh Vetrepreneur of the Year. The award is presented each year to a Pittsburgh-area veteran business owner who demonstrates the principal attributes critical in leading a successful business with sustained business growth and also...
