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Pine resident helps set record for largest pizza party
Imagine the logistics of providing one of America’s favorite foods to more than 3,000 people gathered in the same place at the same time. “It was definitely months of planning, and then it took a whole week of executing,” Nick Bogacz, owner of Caliente Pizza and Draft House, said. When...
In brief: Quaker Valley Middle School performance, book sale and more in the Sewickley area
‘For the Love of Music’ Quaker Valley Middle School Music Department presents “For the Love of Music” from 5-8 p.m. Feb. 7 at St. Stephen’s Church, 405 Frederick Ave. The evening includes performance from Quaker Valley musicians, a concert from Cello Fury, desserts, a silent auction and raffle. More information...
Candid Close-up Q&A with WPIAL Hall of Fame inductee Tom Pipkins
Tom Pipkins was a fearless performer when he hit the basketball court during his heyday at Valley, and later Duquesne University. Utilizing his impressive athleticism and an adept shooting touch, Pipkins racked up a WPIAL record 2,838 points from 1989-93 during a highly successful basketball career at Valley. The previous...
Behind 2 Allegheny County champions, Quaker Valley wrestlers continue strong season
Two highly skilled Quaker Valley athletes shared the winner’s spotlight at the Allegheny County wrestling championships Jan. 20-21 at Fox Chapel. Brandon Krul took first place in the 127-pound weight division, as the QV senior competed with a flurry, pinning all five of his opponents and earning the award for...
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 29, 2023
Aleppo Michael Minnock sold property at 1260 Glen Mitchell Road to Foxlane Homes At Glen Minogue LLC for $380,000. Bell Acres Karen Mathias sold property at 118 Barley Road to Andrew Weiland for $190,722. Edgeworth John Oreilly sold property at 205 Edgeworth Ln to Nicholas Unkovic and Emma Scanlon for...
Worship services, pancake breakfasts and more at Sewickley area churches, temples
Beth Samuel Jewish Center Shabbat Morning Services are held every Saturday at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. Beth Samuel Jewish Center is at 810 Kennedy Drive in Ambridge. For more information, visit bethsamuel.org. Christ Church at Grove Farm Sunday services are at 9 a.m. (traditional) and 11:15 a.m....
Micro food pantries being developed by Sewickley Academy student
A Sewickley Academy junior hopes to help fight food insecurity in Sewickley and surrounding areas. Claudia Kronk, 17, founder of the bakery Desserts by Claudia, wants to install four micro food pantries stocked with nonperishables and other goods. Possible spots include Leetsdale, Coraopolis and Sewickley. She said she became inspired...
Sewickley Hills Council fills vacancy with zoning hearing board member
A Sewickley Hills zoning hearing board member has been tapped to fill a council vacancy. Hunter Hopkins was appointed to replace Jack Faulkner, who stepped down at the end of last year after serving on council for 35 nonconsecutive years. Faulkner ran Red Mud Hollow Farm, also called The Kennel....
Charges against Leetsdale councilman withdrawn due to ‘improperly filed’ complaint
Charges filed against Leetsdale councilman Wesley James were withdrawn Jan. 25 at a preliminary hearing in Forest Hills. Mayor Sandra Ford had accused James of disorderly conduct and harassment in connection with an incident at a council workshop meeting Nov. 3. She filed a private criminal complaint at the office...
Sewickley Academy students celebrate Lunar New Year
As Asian culture recognized the start of the Year of the Rabbit, students, faculty and staff at Sewickley Academy also celebrated Lunar New Year. During the Lower School’s morning assembly on Jan. 24, the students in PreK through fifth grades were treated to a special presentation and performance from the...
Sewickley Public Library events for the week of Jan. 24, 2023
Sewickley Public Library, located at 500 Thorn St., has several upcoming events and programs. For more information, to register for events, or a complete listing of events, visit sewickleylibrary.org. Early literacy kits To help promote literacy for children, Sewickley Public Library is distributing Early Literacy swag bags for all newborns...
Sewickley area student news for the week of Jan. 24, 2023
The following students were named to the dean’s list for the fall 2022 semester at Pennsylvania Western University: Georgiana Borland, Taylor Cooke, Patrick Cutchember, Alaina Haury, Joseph Kutsenkow and Seth Ryder. Andrew Novak was recently initiated into the Marietta College Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa, a national leadership honor society,...
Morning Roundup: Police say Sewickley man stole postal truck, drove wrong way on I-79
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023: Police say Sewickley man stole postal truck, drove wrong way on I-79 Pennsylvania State Police say a postal worker from Sewickley stole a mail truck from Allegheny County and drove it into Greene County, leading...
In brief: Kindergarten registration, road closure and more in the Sewickley area
Part of Camp Meeting Road to close Camp Meeting Road will close between Charleston Square and North Avenue in Bell Acres Borough starting at 9 a.m. Jan. 30, according to the Allegheny County Department of Public Works. The closure, which is expected to end in April, is required for slope...
Quaker Valley swimmers off to strong start, look forward to championship meets
Two up and two down. Both the Quaker Valley boys and girls swim teams opened the season at 2-0, defeating Beaver Falls and Central Valley. “We’ve had a great start,” QV’s third-year coach John Nemeth said. “The kids are training hard and are in a better place compared to last...
5 all-stars have Quaker Valley hockey firing on all cylinders
Five members of the Quaker Valley hockey team have been chosen to participate in the PIHL all-star showcase this year. Only two are seniors. It’s a testimonial to the youth of the QV team and the success the Quakers have experienced so far this season. Two forwards, seniors Ben Carlson...
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Jan. 22, 2023
Bell Acres Robert Scott trustee sold property at Barley Road to John Elchin for $4,000. Gregory Pilewixz sold property at 6 Fairway Drive to Brian and Sarah Schultz for $864,073. Edgeworth Andrew Neil Sherman trustee sold property at 216-218 Orchard Ln to Robert and Nicole Hasak for $435,000. Fraser Claymore...
Upcoming events at Sewickley area churches, places of worship for the week of Jan. 20, 2023
Beth Samuel Jewish Center Shabbat Morning Services are held every Saturday at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. Beth Samuel Jewish Center is at 810 Kennedy Drive in Ambridge. For more information, visit bethsamuel.org. Christ Church at Grove Farm Sunday services are at 9 a.m. (traditional) and 11:15 a.m....
Gala to raise funds for memorial soccer field project in Bell Acres rescheduled for March
Organizers of a recreation gala hope the event will be a catalyst for raising funds for a matching state grant. The Quaker Valley Recreation Association recently received approval for $500,000 through the state’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program. Michael Riordan, development lead for the association’s capital campaign, said it is a...
Municipal intern being considered for Leetsdale
A municipal intern from the Local Government Academy may be able to help Leetsdale officials get more done this summer. Council members at the Jan. 12 meeting discussed seeking help from the nonprofit, non-partisan organization. Council vice president Maria Napolitano said potential intern projects include helping with the borough website...
Sweetwater hosts Eco-Art classes in memory of Tess Senay Raynovich
Aspiring art students in middle and high school now have their choice of attending six different classes concentrated on reusing materials, thanks to the generosity and support of the TSR (Tess Senay Raynovich) Fund, the namesake of a Sewickley native and art enthusiast who died suddenly in 2012. For almost...
Quaker Valley School District officials promise to keep any potential real estate tax hike to 4.1% or less
Quaker Valley School District officials have pledged to keep any tax hike for next school year to 4.1% or less. That percentage is the highest the district can push for under the inflation-based state limit known as the Act 1 index. Act 1, passed in 2006 to provide property tax...
In brief: Call for pianos, CPR awareness and more around Sewickley
Call for donated pianos Free the Music PGH is an initiative founded by Hudson Colletti. It envisions public pianos throughout Pittsburgh to foster human connection through music, which has the potential to break down the barriers between us. In 2019, they placed three artist-designed pianos free to the public. The...
Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy soccer standouts pick up postseason honors
Four Quaker Valley athletes were named Section 4-2A boys soccer all-stars in 2022, led by player of the year Nick Allan, a junior defensive specialist. “I was very excited and humbled when I received the award,” Allan said, “because I know this is a big achievement and many great players...
Quaker Valley wide receiver Jakub Pickett recognized for strong senior season
Quaker Valley senior Jakub Pickett has made a name for himself on the football field. Opposing coaches and players have noticed. Pickett, a 6-foot-2, 190-pound wide receiver/defensive back, repeated as a first-team all-conference selection on offense this year. “Jakub has many strengths as a football player,” QV coach Jason Cappa...
