Sewickley Herald category, Page 67
Rummage sales, morning prayer and more at Sewickley area houses of worship
Antioch Baptist Church 322 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfw baptistsewickley.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...
Quaker Valley School District hires new high school assistant principal
A former Peters Township School District administrator was named the new Quaker Valley High School assistant principal. Scott Orelli of Pittsburgh formally became a Quaker this month. The board ratified his hiring Aug. 22 right before the new school year started. “I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to...
Sewickley Herald headlines from this week in 1952
In the news this week 71 years ago: • Sewickley public schools were set to open Sept. 3 with 1,000 students expected on the first day. Kindergarten through sixth grade were to report at 8:45 a.m., while high schoolers were to arrive by 8:30 a.m. Teachers ready to welcome students...
Documentary Week announced at The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center in Sewickley
The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center in Sewickley announced the lineup for its inaugural Documentary Week, Sept. 1-14. Nine films, curated to suit a wide range of interests, will be offered on various days and times. The week also features virtual talkbacks with directors, expert speakers and other special events...
Quaker Valley School District officials given state citations for recent accomplishments
Two Quaker Valley School District officials were recognized by state legislators for their recent honors. State Rep. Valerie Gaydos, R-Allegheny, gave citations to school resource officer David Watts and district food service director Carla Escribano at a school board meeting Aug. 22. Gaydos also presented them with citations on behalf...
New drawings, timeline revealed for proposed Quaker Valley High School
New artist renderings of a proposed Quaker Valley High School, as well as a timeline for the district’s next steps, have been revealed. The proposed 167,000-square-foot school is on 150 acres of land off Camp Meeting Road. It straddles Leet Township, Edgeworth and Leetsdale. The renderings show a new front...
‘Their Stories’ documentary to explore lives of Sewickley’s early Black residents
Filmmaker Rueben Brock was taken by surprise when asked to direct a documentary about the early Black residents of Sewickley. “I said, ‘Wait a minute, there’s a Black community in Sewickley?’” he recalled. Those first Black settlers were important to the success of the community, and it’s high time their...
Quaker Valley seniors mark their parking spaces in what has become a new tradition at the high school
Sometimes little perks like having your own parking space can really make a difference in the day. Many Quaker Valley High School seniors will have no problem identifying which spot is theirs courtesy of a creative project. The second annual Senior Painting Day took place Aug. 11. Students who purchased...
In brief: Contact info requested, tax services available and more around the Quaker Valley
Contact info update requested Edgeworth Water Authority officials implore residents and business owners of Edgeworth, Leetsdale, Leet and Bell Acres to update their contact information to help ensure emergency notifications are properly sent to customers. Officials said information forms will be mailed out in the next billing insert. EWA issues...
Sewickley area real estate transactions, week of Aug. 20, 2023
Bell Acres Wine Construction Inc. sold property at 854 Big Sewickley Creek Road to Floyd Wine for $27,004. Edgeworth Kevin Weir sold property at 13 Little Sewickley Creek Road to Jonathan Patrick and Lauren Marie Crossett for $1,000,000. Franklin Park Benjamin Risacher sold property at 1555 Alaqua Drive to Daniel...
Quaker Valley’s Mya Eshenbaugh relishes experience at USSSA All American Softball Games
Mya Eshenbaugh enjoyed a unique summer sojourn. The Quaker Valley Middle School student participated in the USSSA All American Softball Games during the week of July 31 through Aug. 5 in Viera Beach, Fla., at the USSSA Space Coast Complex. “It was a great experience for me,” Eshenbaugh said. “I...
Back to school breakfast, Plastic Mat Sleeping Mat Society & more at Sewickley area places of worship
Antioch Baptist Church 322 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfw baptistsewickley.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...
Sewickley Academy students to have more academic opportunities this school year
Sewickley Academy officials have implemented a variety of new courses, creative spaces and other facility upgrades in preparation for the new school year. Classes begin Aug. 31 at the private Pre-K to 12th grade academy. “As we approach the new school year at Sewickley Academy, I’m filled with excitement over...
Quaker Valley School District officials ready to welcome students this coming school year
Quaker Valley School District officials are eager to welcome students back and greet new learners this coming school year. First day of classes for K-9 is Aug. 23. First day of classes for grades 10-12 is Aug. 24. Total enrollment as of press time was 1,818. Superintendent Tammy Andreyko said...
New Leetsdale cleanup program to launch in September
Leetsdale residents in need of lawn care may be able to get help for free through a new borough initiative. The inaugural Community Cleanup, a day for volunteers to cut grass and other minor landscaping per resident request, is scheduled for Sept. 9. Helpers will get their assignments around 9...
Scott Township Pool celebrates Swimmer Appreciation Day
A dreary sky and strong chance of precipitation pushed back plans for Swimmer Appreciation Day at Scott Township Pool. Some activities did occur as scheduled on Aug. 7, but the main event ended up taking place some 48 hours later. “It turned out to be an awesome day. We’ve got...
State Rep. Rob Mercuri announces run for Congress in 17th District
Two-term state Rep. Rob Mercuri, R-Pine, is hoping to flip a congressional seat that covers many Pittsburgh suburbs. Mercuri announced Tuesday his run for Pennsylvania’s 17th Congressional District, which includes all of Beaver County, as well as suburban communities in Allegheny County’s North Hills, Allegheny Valley, and several boroughs just...
Security cameras may be coming to Henle Park in Leetsdale
Leetsdale officials are considering adding security cameras in Henle Park to combat vandalism. Police Chief Dan Raible said there have only been a few incidents at the recreation site, and the hope is to keep it that way. “It’s very rare,” Raible said about vandalism in the park. “The park...
Quaker Valley determined to develop a winning mentality
The 2022 season appeared promising in the early going for the Quaker Valley football team. QV won its Class 3A Western Conference opener under first-year coach Jason Cappa, defeating Seton LaSalle, 40-22. It was all downhill after that. The Quakers lost their next six by wide margins to end up...
In brief: Final Night Mart, library events and more in the Quaker Valley area
Night mart set Sewickley Chamber of Commerce’s final Night Mart of the summer is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Aug. 25. Festivities are between Broad and Walnut streets. More than 25 artisans and a baker’s dozen of food trucks are scheduled to participate. More information about Night Mart and other chamber...
Sewickley area real estate transactions, week of Aug. 17, 2023
Bell Acres Christopher Horvath sold property at 225 Summerlawn Drive to Julien Karlsson and Deena Gauntt for $775,000. Franklin Park Philip Crawford sold property at 1525 Robertson Drive to Zachary Laplante and Terra Tomasic for $490,000. Leetsdale Brian Wojkowski sold property at 415 Beaver St. to Gretchen Joan Stough for...
Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame returns from covid hiatus with Class of 2023
It’s back. After a three-year covid-related hiatus, the Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame weekend has returned. This year’s festive weekend will take place Oct. 13-14 and the 2023 class will be recognized Oct. 13 at the Quakers’ home football game against West Mifflin. Game time is 7 p.m. A...
Queens of the ‘Burgh volleyball event shines spotlight on top WPIAL players in fun setting
Avonworth girls volleyball coach John Skarupa believes it is the first of many to come. The inaugural Queens of the ‘Burgh volleyball tournament took place Aug. 4-6 at the All American Field House in Monroeville. The tournament was available to all incoming high school junior and senior girls for the...
Quaker Valley volleyball’s Molly MacDonald lends helping hand
Quaker Valley volleyball player Molly MacDonald certainly is an enterprising sort. MacDonald, 16, started a charity this winter called Brazos de Bienvenida, which when translated means “Welcoming Arms.” She is collecting clothing, household items and food for underserved Hispanic and Brazilian residents who relocate to Pittsburgh. “We work with the...
Fellowship: Sunday worship, golf outing and more at Sewickley area places of worship
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...
