Sewickley Herald category, Page 62
High holidays, pet blessing and more at Sewickley area houses of worship
Antioch Baptist Church 322 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antioch fwbaptistsewickley.org. Sunday service is at 10:45 a.m. Beth Samuel Jewish Center 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. 412-266-5238. bethsamuel.org. Beth Samuel Jewish Center meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom for Morning Shabbat services. First Friday Family Services take place...
Sentencing in $15 million tax fraud involving Bell Acres mansion will continue Monday
When Joe Nocito built his 51,000-square-foot Bell Acres mansion he named Villa Noci, an IRS agent said Thursday, every check and payment he made on it was illegally expensed to one of his companies. For the builder, nearly $900,000 in invoices between 2006 and 2012 were classified through Nocito’s companies...
Taste of Sewickley has a record-breaking year
Neill and Alex Simakas hosted more than 70 guests at their home for Taste of Sewickley on Sept. 9. The fundraiser for KidsVoice helps foster children in Allegheny County with everything from providing legal counsel in the courtroom to assistance with emotional support. The organization helps young people up to...
Remember When: Sewickley Herald headlines from 1999
In the news this week 24 years ago: •D.T. Watson was in the process of divesting its hospital-based services, including the hospital building on its campus. The sale to HealthSouth Corp. was still under review by state lawmakers. Herald editor Dona S. Dreeland wrote that “the physical rehabilitation services, including...
Maximum project cost set for proposed Quaker Valley High School project: $105 million; public hearing set
Quaker Valley School District officials have announced final financial projections for their proposed new high school. The board is expected to adopt resolutions this month establishing maximum construction costs of $72.1 million and total project costs at $105 million. The project would be subject to a voter referendum should it...
Sewickley officials renew animal control contract with Hoffman Kennels
Sewickley officials have awarded a new one-year contract for animal control services with Hoffman Kennels. The first contract with the Delmont-based dog catcher was awarded in March 2022. Hoffman Kennels was the only company to submit a proposal for the service. Borough Manager Donna Kaib said the new deal runs...
Osborne Elementary Home & School Association hosts back-to-school picnic
Osborne Elementary Home & School Association recently hosted its back-to-school picnic at War Memorial Park in Sewickley. The annual tradition continued with about 150 people packed the park pavilions Sept. 7. HSA president Tracey Hartman said her group purchased the main dishes, drinks and popsicles while other families donated side...
New Sewickley Public Library executive director passionate about providing resources
Ruth Neely believes in providing information and resources for all — that access to knowledge is key to getting the most this world has to offer. Her creed has fueled a career of service surrounded by books, various media and activities. She has recently begun a new professional chapter as...
R.K. Mellon Foundation commits $1 million to Maui fire relief efforts
The Richard King Mellon Foundation will donate $1 million in grants to support recovery efforts on Maui after devastating wildfires on the Hawaiian island. “I extend my sincerest ‘mahalo,’ or thank-you, to the big-hearted board of trustees at the Richard King Mellon Foundation,” said Hawaii Gov. Josh Green, a Pittsburgh-area...
Families reap in fun, foods at annual Sewickley Harvest Festival
Folks from far and wide gathered to reap what was sown for the annual Sewickley Harvest Festival. More than 115 vendors were lined up and down Broad and Thorn streets as part of the 32nd installment of the fall celebration presented by the Rotary Club of Quaker Valley and Kiwanis...
Nicole Travolta to perform 1-woman show in Sewickley
Debt, divorce and spray tanning — actress, comedian and impressionist Nicole Travolta pulls no punches in her one-woman show “Doing Alright,” where she recounts her journey through the ups and downs of her life inspired by a bizarre, real-life journey through the world of spray tanning. Fresh off a 12-show...
Sewickley area student achievements for the week of Sept. 12, 2023
Nick Mouganis was named to the dean’s list at Anderson University for the spring 2023 semester. Mathematics major Raelyn Boyer and business administration major Jared Pfister made the dean’s list at Youngstown State University for the spring 2023 semester. Isabel Talarico graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree...
In brief: Dot Day, Mavuno Festival and more around Sewickley
Dot Day Dot Day is an international celebration of art, creativity and courage. Inspired by author Peter H. Reynolds’ book “The Dot,” a teacher introduced “The Dot” to his classroom in 2009 and started the now international celebration of Dot Day. Children and adults alike are encouraged to “make their...
Sewickley Academy golfers look to carry on culture created by late coach Win Palmer
The 2021 season was an aberration for the Sewickley Academy boys golf program. The Panthers won WPIAL championships for eight consecutive years starting in 2013 only to have the impressive streak end in 2021. The Sewickley golfers returned to championship status last year as they claimed their ninth team title...
Trusted to get athletes back to health, Dr. Jeff Mulholland to join Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame
He has received the highest of praise and is considered one of the best in his profession. For almost three decades, Dr. Jeff Mulholland has provided a level of medical coverage for the Quaker Valley athletic program that rivals both collegiate and professional teams. He is regarded as one of...
Fellowship: Beth Samuel readies for High Holy Days, Pet Blessing at Grace Anglican and more
Antioch Baptist Church 322 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfwbaptistsewickley.org. Sunday service is at 10:45 a.m. Beth Samuel Jewish Center 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. 412-266-5238. bethsamuel.org. Beth Samuel Jewish Center meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom for Morning Shabbat services. First Friday Family Services take place...
Remember When: Sewickley Herald headlines from 1942
In the news this week 81 years ago: The Sewickley Valley home front was doing its part to aid the war effort. • Plans were underway to transform a vacant lot at the corner of Beaver and Broad Streets into a square honoring the Sewickley Valley’s veterans. At a meeting...
Sewickley to launch new borough alert system this year
Sewickley officials hope to launch the borough’s first mass communication alert system. Emergency management coordinator Michael Mullins said they are in the process of partnering with OnSolve to use CodeRED, a cloud-based software system that sends out messages to subscribers. Estimated cost is $3,600 a year. Sewickley’s system is expected...
Quaker Valley School District to host community discussion about high school project
Quaker Valley area residents with comments and concerns about a proposed high school can have their voices heard at an upcoming forum. The school district will host a community panel discussion at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20 at Quaker Valley High School, 625 Beaver St. in Leetsdale. The panel will...
Day of Peace commemorated Sept. 24 in McCandless
A festival to celebrate peace and what’s right with the world will take place Sept. 24 at North Park in McCandless. The 19th Annual North Hills International Day of Peace Festival is scheduled for a 2 p.m. start at Point Grove on North Park’s Lake Shore Drive. The finale, a...
Letter to the editor: Take pride in Sewickley sidewalks, trees
As a longtime resident of Sewickley for more than 30 years and a former chamber of commerce president, I’ve always cherished our town’s charm and beauty. Sewickley holds a special place in my heart, and I believe we all must contribute to its appeal and vibrancy. Lately, I’ve been disheartened...
Op-ed: Pathway for building a new Quaker Valley High School
As a taxpayer in the Quaker Valley School system, I am disgusted with our school board’s insistence on building a new high school on a possible landslide location, instead of a significantly lower cost option at our current high school location. They refuse to listen to reason. The Quaker Valley...
Harvest Festival returns to Sewickley
A September Sewickley celebration of arts, crafts, food and fun is expected to bring thousands of people to the borough. The 32nd annual Harvest Festival is presented by the Rotary Club of Quaker Valley and Kiwanis Club of Sewickley. Broad Street from Beaver to Thorn streets and Thorn Street from...
In brief: Mavuno Festival, Fern Hollow fundraiser and more in the Quaker Valley
Mavuno Festival The Mavuno festival and exhibition celebrating BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) artistry and culture, is set to take place Sept. 16 at Riverfront Park. The free festival promises to be a vibrant and inclusive celebration of diverse artistic expressions for all ages and backgrounds. Mavuno 2023...
6 athletes from Quaker Valley Class of 2023 playing in college
Six former Quaker Valley students — all 2023 graduates — are continuing their athletic careers at the next level, including Nora Johns, who will compete in basketball and track and field at Ohio Wesleyan. Jakub Pickett is playing football at Cal (Pa.). A four-year starter in high school, Pickett led...
