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Way Hollow Road in Sewickley Heights, Edgeworth open after nearly 6-year closure
A state road linking Sewickley Heights and Edgeworth boroughs that has been closed for nearly six years has reopened. Way Hollow Road was shut down Jan. 24, 2020, due to a series of landslides that disrupted the critical thoroughfare for both communities and the Sewickley area. Local and state officials,...
Quaker Valley grad thrives in freshman season with Middlebury College volleyball
Quaker Valley extended its proficiency in sports all the way to New England this season to the small town of Middlebury, Vt., site of Middlebury College. Quaker Valley graduate Molly MacDonald finished her freshman season on the Middlebury women’s volleyball team ranked among the team leaders in kills (third) and...
Bridge City FC revives Pittsburgh’s indoor soccer legacy
The scent of rubber turf mixed with sweat is evident upon entering the arena, as is the sound of cleats striking the ball. The echo of fans cheering along with the blow of the referee’s whistle fill the air as the ball whooshes into the net. It’s the anticipation of...
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 23, 2025
Aleppo Gary Sestic sold property at Unknown Address to Rylen Faloni for $229,500. Bell Acres Estate of Joseph Laforte sold property at 9 Highview Drive to Kevin Cleary for $525,000. Franklin Park Estate of Kenneth McCarthy sold property at 2361 W. Gate Drive to Robert and Madison Boback for $410,000....
Support groups, Thanksgiving dinner and more at Sewickley area churches
Antioch Baptist Church 332 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfw baptistsewickley.org. Morning worship and praise service is at 10:45 a.m. First Sunday Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. Beth Samuel Jewish Center 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. 412-266-5238. bethsamuel.org. Beth Samuel Jewish Center offers weekly Shabbat services, monthly family and Zoom Kabbalat Shabbat...
Sewickley artist opens IM Studio in Leetsdale
At her new Leetsdale studio, IM Studio, Sewickley artist Isabella “Bella” Maroon has turned her lifelong passion for clay into a space for creativity and connection. Through hands-on classes and workshops, she invites others to experience what clay has always given her — a way to reflect, to grow, and...
Sewickley, Glen Osborne come to terms on new 5-year police contract
Sewickley police officers are expected to be patrolling Glen Osborne streets for years to come as part of a new contract between the boroughs. Sewickley Council unanimously approved a new five-year deal with its neighboring community on Nov. 11. Glen Osborne Council was to vote in favor of its end...
In brief: Knit and crochet group, food drive and more in the Sewickley area
Knit and crochet group Sewickley Yarns invites crafters to a free knit and crochet group from 1-3 p.m. on Wednesdays at 435 Beaver St. For October, the group is making Knitted Knockers, prosthetics to donate to breast cancer survivors. Approved yarns are available for purchase in shop. For more information,...
No tax hike proposed in Leet’s 2026 budget
Leet property owners should not expect to pay more in township real estate property taxes next year. Commissioners unanimously voted Nov. 10 to advertise their proposed 2026 budget, which keeps the tax rate at 9.1 mills. Township officials raised taxes with this year’s budget by 1.4 mills, the first tax...
Three Dog Bakery in Sewickley offers treats and more for furry friends
The door opens and in walks Bentley. He goes directly behind the counter … and waits. “Bentley knows where the treats are,” said Lee Ann Carey, owner of Three Dog Bakery in Sewickley. “Dogs will be on the sidewalk a few stores away and they just know where this shop...
Adrian J. DeGori promoted to senior counsel at Robert Peirce & Associates, P.C.
In the fifth grade, Adrian J. DeGori knew what she wanted to be when she grew up. It was an open and shut case — there was no deliberation. “I told everyone I was going to be a lawyer,” DeGori said, inside the offices of Robert Peirce & Associates, P.C....
Captains ace leadership test for Quaker Valley tennis
Livia Jobbins, Jane Lenhard and Parker Barnes shared a common bond on the Quaker Valley girls tennis team this season. The three seniors served as the QV team’s tri-captains and did so in exemplary fashion as the Quakers won the WPIAL Class 2A team championship. The QV girls also advanced...
Young Quaker Valley volleyball team showed flashes of brilliance in inconsistent season
Quaker Valley’s girls volleyball team had inconsistent results this season partly because of the Quakers’ all-around inexperience. The 2024 WPIAL Class 2A champion Quakers advanced to the playoffs for a fourth consecutive year in 2025 and finished with a 9-11 overall record. They netters received the No. 15 seed in...
Quaker Valley hockey rides hot start to division lead
Quaker Valley’s hockey team jumped out to a flying start in the PIHL season. QV was 5-1 with four shutouts in the season’s first month, then kicked off November with a 12-2 win over Richland’s varsity team. “Given our injuries and fall sports commitments, we are very pleased that we...
Quaker Valley runner fights through injuries to compete with WPIAL’s, state’s best
This is a story of perseverance and determination. Quaker Valley sophomore Lucy Montagnese, much like her other family members, loves to run. But Montagnese, unfortunately, wasn’t able to do much running during the 2025 cross country season because of a stress fracture in the second metatarsal of her left foot...
Makenna Kamnikar wraps up memorable golf career at Quaker Valley
Makenna Kamnikar was a member of the Quaker Valley boys golf team all four years of high school. “This season is really important to me as it’s my senior season so I’m going into it with a positive mindset,” Kamnikar said prior to the start of QV’s fall golf schedule....
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Nov. 16, 2025
Bell Acres Estate of Margaret Aurin sold property at 2430 Hopkins Church Road to Meanor Family Properties LLC for $150,000. Estate of Richard Lunak sold property at 111 Lewis St. to Tyler Jenkins and Crystal Wilson for $202,000. Franklin Park Samuel Miller sold property at 2515 Adele Court to Michael...
Support groups, food drives and more at Sewickley area houses of worship
Antioch Baptist Church 332 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfw baptistsewickley.org. Morning worship and praise service is at 10:45 a.m. First Sunday Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. Beth Samuel Jewish Center 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. 412-266-5238. bethsamuel.org. Beth Samuel Jewish Center offers weekly Shabbat services, monthly family and Zoom Kabbalat Shabbat...
Quaker Valley school board members recognized by state association
A pair of Quaker Valley School Board members were recently recognized by state officials for their years of service to the district. Gianni Floro was presented with a plaque by Pennsylvania School Boards Association senior training and outreach manager Lena Hannah for his 25 years on the board. She also...
Letter to the editor: Gun loopholes put communities at risk
This fall, Pennsylvania passed a bill for universal background checks, but several other crucial gun safety measures failed, including extreme risk protection orders and restrictions on untraceable firearms and machine gun conversion devices. Our own Rep. Valerie Gaydos voted no on these bills. Her votes leave loopholes open, putting families,...
Work underway on Bell Acres portion of road in need of repairs
Vita Slipak lives on the Bell Acres and Sewickley Hills border along a winding gravel road that stretches both boroughs and into Sewickley Heights. For months, she has been extra cautious when leaving her home along Hunt Road for fear of damaging her car. “No matter which way you go...
Hundreds pack Sewickley Public Library for annual Savoring Sewickley fundraiser
Kate Jeffe could not help but be overjoyed at the sights and sounds of hundreds of folks sharing conversation and delectable dishes. It was just what she and other members of the Friends of the Sewickley Public Library were hoping for with the sold-out 24th annual Savoring Sewickley fundraiser. “It...
Here are the election results for the Quaker Valley area
Quaker Valley area voters made their voices heard and have elected the following folks to school board, council, board of commissioners and supervisors. Many of the races, including mayoral contests, were uncontested. Quaker Valley School Board Board Vice President Daniela Sauro Helkowski (956) and newcomer Ellen Stevenson (840) cruised to...
Letter to the editor: Bibles on doorsteps a metaphor for society
As I walked up to my door the other day, I noticed a book on the porch. What I found was a bible from a local church with a note on the back. Apparently, these unsolicited books were left on everyone’s doorstep. No one ordered them, just as no one...
In brief: Turkey Trot, Cochran Hose holiday events and more in Sewickley area
Turkey Trot registration open Registration is open for the Sewickley Turkey Trot 5K on Nov. 27 at War Memorial Park. Perfect for runners, walkers and families, the scenic 5K through Sewickley supports the YMCA’s Faith in Action program, helping neighbors in need. The race begins at 8:30 a.m. and awards...
