Fox Chapel Herald category, Page 25
Aspinwall to form sustainability advisory committee
Aspinwall Council wants to partner with residents to explore ways to make a positive environmental impact on the community. Volunteers are needed for the newly created sustainability advisory committee led by Councilman Mark Chimel. Resumes and letters of interest can be submitted to the borough office, 217 Commercial Ave. About...
Loyalsock’s inside-outside duo too much for Shady Side Academy in state title game
Shady Side Academy had a one-point lead after halftime, but the Bulldogs couldn’t find a way to contain Loyalsock Township’s two big scorers. Big in points and big in height. Loyalsock’s Lacey Kriebel scored 23 points and Alaina Dadzie had 21 as the District 4 champion defeated Shady Side Academy,...
Former Fox Chapel Area Baseball Softball Association treasurer charged with theft
A former treasurer of a local youth organization is accused of stealing about $147,000 from the club. Carla O’Brien, 48, of Indiana Township is charged with theft, receiving stolen property, access device fraud and misapplication of trusted property. Charges stem from an investigation by the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office,...
Fox Chapel council forms negotiation committee, police contract talks to start
Negotiations between Fox Chapel officials and their police department are set to begin this spring. The department’s three-person negotiating team was formed earlier this year. Council solidified its negotiating team on March 17 with Brad Harrison volunteering for its third spot (other council committee members are Frederick Leech and Betsy...
In brief: Fish fry, cleanup day and more in Fox Chapel area
SAVES Fish Fry The Southern Allegheny Valley Emergency Services will be having its annual fish fry on Good Friday, April 18 from 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. at a new location this year — Camp Guyausta, 300 23rd St. in Sharpsburg. Eat-in, take-out or delivery is available. Menu items include fish...
Multicultural Night celebrates Fox Chapel High School student diversity
Fox Chapel Area High School students showed how much of a melting pot the district is with the third annual Multicultural Night. The third annual installment of the inclusion celebration started by the DESI Club took place March 19. About 200 people participated in the event, including about a dozen...
Female veteran from Greatest Generation: ‘Best thing that ever happened to me’
The world that young Emily Drake was navigating in the spring of 1942, armed with an Aspinwall High School diploma, was awash in war — in Europe, Asia, Africa and throughout the South Pacific. Drake, who lives in O’Hara, wanted to join the Women’s Army Corps to serve her country...
More than 200 students gather for anti-hate summit at Acrisure Stadium
In anticipation of September’s Eradicate Hate Global Summit in Pittsburgh, students from 25 school districts throughout Allegheny County convened March 26 at Acrisure Stadium to discuss their efforts to promote acceptance and counter hate in their communities. The conference, which marked a halfway point between last October’s Eradicate Hate summit...
Successful coach, dangerous scorer light fuse for Shady Side Academy
In the 2020 and 2021 WPIAL girls basketball seasons, Shady Side Academy finished with a combined record of 8-25. However that was B.B. — before Burke. Jonna Burke stunned many when after the 2021 season, she decided to leave her alma mater of Bethel Park and take over the struggling...
Oakmont archivist Stephanie Zimble preserves hidden history
Stephanie Zimble is a woman who finds treasure in other people’s “trash.” The archivist at Oakmont Carnegie Library often can be found prodding people to reconsider basement finds before they end up in the garbage can. “The more people I can convince not to throw cool stuff away, the better,”...
Pro referee promotes youth football, cheerleading in the Fox Chapel area
Mary Jane “MJ” Evagash grew up in Troy Hill, not far from the roar of the Steelers games at the stadium. That early memory exposed her to sports as a youngster, and her love of football remains. She wouldn’t have it any other way. “I’m a proud fifth-generation North Sider,”...
Trib HSSN girls basketball player of the week for March 24, 2025
Trib HSSN girls basketball player of the week – Karis Thomas School: Shady Side Academy Class: Junior Height: 5-foot-7 Position: Guard #Earned: As freshmen and sophomores, Karis Thomas and Maggie Spell made for an awesome backcourt that helped Shady side Academy first become a district runner-up in 2023, then a...
Fox Chapel’s John Miclot recalled for entrepreneurship and volunteerism
Friends of John Miclot are recalling the Fox Chapel businessman as a visionary who was generous with his time and leadership. The former president and CEO of Respironics served on the board of the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium and the St. Margaret Foundation and was an active volunteer at the...
Second Harvest free fridge program expands
A free food program in Sharpsburg is expanding, enabling hundreds of people to have access to fruits, veggies, milk and eggs any time. The Community Free Fridge at Second Harvest Community Thrift Store will be stocked three days a week, up from two, with fresh food, frozen meats and prepared...
Alle-Kiski Valley athletes of the week: Fox Chapel’s Jillian Haigh, Springdale’s Wyatt Warywoda
Jillian Haigh School: Fox Chapel Class: Sophomore Sport: Softball Claim to Fame: Haigh opened the season March 14 with a three-run homer in a 5-4 nonsection win for Fox Chapel (4-0) vs Norwin. On Monday, Haigh started and fanned nine batters while also going 3 for 4 at the plate...
Relay team leads Shady Side Academy girls track squad into season with momentum
Jeff Perlis was eager to see his 3,200 meter relay team in action during the indoor season. The Shady Side Academy girls track and field coach knew the Bulldogs had the potential to have a strong team. The Bulldogs returned 75% of their starters — Charlotte Baker, Sarah Kushnir and...
Under new coach, Fox Chapel softball makes most of early season schedule
Larry Troutman hasn’t had to worry about some of the typical pratfalls that revolve around taking over a spring sports program. The first-year Fox Chapel softball coach has had excellent weather to get settled into the job. Following two years leading Leechburg, the Foxes’ new coach didn’t want to waste...
Fox Chapel Area School District news for the week of March 22
Four Fox Chapel Area High School students were selected by audition to perform with the 2025 Pennsylvania Music Educators Association Region I Band. The students are senior Marina Dunham (bassoon) and juniors Elliott Broyles (trombone), Jack Murray-Krezan (percussion) and Joshua Shah (flute). The band included 150 of the best student-musicians...
Resilient Shady Side Academy stops OLSH to reach state title game for 1st time
Karis Thomas leapt in the air and chest bumped a yelling Leah Buford in front of the Shady Side Academy bench as the time wound down Friday night at Fox Chapel. The Bulldogs’ junior guard and her teammates made adjustments on the fly to become a team capable of reaching...
Aspinwall police charge East Deer man for harassment of Trump supporters
An East Deer man was cited for harassment and disorderly conduct by Aspinwall police in connection with two separate incidents in which it appears he targeted supporters of President Donald Trump. In October, Christopher Brown, 60, allegedly stood in front of a Fourth Street home and yelled profanities and insults...
In brief: Lenten soup supper, Fox Families Care Gala and more in Fox Chapel area
Lenten Soup Supper Enjoy prayer, fellowship and a delicious soup and bread meal March 25 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Saint Scholastica Social Hall. The evening will feature an informal presentation and conversation with Fr. Pierre Marie France, parochial vicar of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, Mid-Mon Valley, and members...
Upscale, nature-inspired housing plan progresses in Fox Chapel
A niche housing plan is the result of two former Fox Chapel siblings determined to honor their late parents’ legacy and preserve the land of their beloved family homestead in Fox Chapel. Susan Bailey and her brother Dan Sciullo co-own Willow Farms, a custom home development in a country-like setting...
Aspinwall police ID man sought in connection with harassment, trespassing incidents
Aspinwall police announced they have identified a man wanted in connection with two separate incidents of reported harassment and trespassing in the borough. Police said earlier this week that the man targeted homeowners that display banners and flags with President Donald Trump’s name. Police Chief Dave Nemec declined on Thursday...
Walnut Grill at Waterworks shutters doors, reason for closing remains unclear
Walnut Grill at Waterworks near Aspinwall closed its doors on March 16 after 16 years in business. Though it is unclear if the closure is related, it comes about a month after the Allegheny County Health Department issued a consumer alert regarding rodent droppings and 11 dead mice, along with...
Then and Now: Sharpsburg Presbyterian still a place that’s good for the soul
A massive stone church on the corner of 13th and North Canal streets in Sharpsburg continues to be a gathering place more than a century after its construction. Built in 1906, the Gothic-style building was originally home to Sharpsburg Presbyterian Church. Established in 1838, people initially worshipped along Main Street...
