At 600-win milestone, Quaker Valley coach Mike Mastroianni proud of program’s impact
Quaker Valley’s Mike Mastroianni racked up the 600th win of his high school basketball coaching career Dec. 19 in a 63-21 section victory at Ambridge. Mastroianni began the season with a 595-244 career mark and needed five wins to achieve his latest milestone. The Quakers wasted little time, defeating Windber,...
Sewickley Academy boys basketball coach Mike Iuzzolino to be honored at Saint Francis
Go back 35 years. Mike Iuzzolino and Joe Anderson led the Saint Francis University men’s basketball team to the first NEC championship in school history. Now, return to 2026. In conjunction with that 35th anniversary, Iuzzolino and Anderson will join three “Golden Era” of Red Flash men’s basketball players —...
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley boys notch quality wins
Catching up with area highlights from the past month: The game was billed as the “Showdown at North Allegheny” and Quaker Valley’s Nick Cohen definitely showed up. Cohen, a 5-11, 155-pound sophomore guard, scored 26 points in leading the Quakers to a 64-27 nonsection win Dec. 13 against Brentwood. Cohen...
From penalty box to policy briefs, Sewickley Academy junior has passion for hockey, law
Max Kopf, a 6-foot, 170-pound junior forward on the fledgling Sewickley Academy hockey team, is known for his hard work and dedication both on and off the ice. “When Max plays to his identity, he is a strong positional player who uses his body and stick effectively and is willing...
Sewickley Academy girls ready to bring high-energy style to heart of section schedule
Sewickley Academy won its Section 1-A opener in girls basketball with a 47-39 victory against Eden Christian Academy. Mikaela Mbandi, a 6-foot freshman forward, sparked the Panthers with 17 points in the mid-December game. “I loved our energy,” Sewickley coach Rob Shazer said. “We didn’t shoot the ball great, but...
Sewickley Academy boys roll into new year undefeated
The month of December was a festive one for the Sewickley Academy boys basketball team. Sewickley was one of the most dominant teams in the WPIAL, storming to an 8-0 record, winning by an average score of 70-32 and retaining the No. 1 ranking in Class 2A by Trib HSSN....
Quaker Valley athletes make college choices in wide variety of sports
Quaker Valley’s college signings for 2025-26 hit double figures in December. A total of 10 senior athletes at QV finalized their college commitments last month including Todd Kagle (Frostburg State baseball), Meredith Fallgren (Christopher Newport lacrosse), Bruce Anderchak (Mercyhurst wrestling), River Capek (Haverford cross country and track and field) and...
6 Quaker Valley standouts among players chosen for PIHL all-star games
They are considered among the cream of the crop of high school hockey players in Western Pennsylvania. And the PIHL all-star selection committee confirmed it. Among the league’s all-stars this season are Quaker Valley’s Luke Koehler, Max Modrovich, Jace Vasbinder, Matthias Lezama and Ian Lorang in Class A; Sewickley Academy’s...
Maryland recruit Mimi Thiero resetting Quaker Valley’s record books
Quaker Valley senior Mimi Thiero celebrated twice. Thiero netted 28 points Dec. 15 against Sto-Rox to become the all-time leading scorer in Quaker Valley girls basketball history. QV defeated the Vikings, 65-18, in a Section 1-3A game. “Mimi is undoubtedly a special player,” QV coach Ken Johns said. “Her impact...
State funding approved to fix Backbone Road in Sewickley Heights
A major road repair project in Sewickley Heights is closer to fruition following the approval of state funds. Backbone Road has been closed since landslides in mid-April 2024 caused significant damage to it between Little Sewickley Creek Road and Grouse Lane in Bell Acres. The area got so bad that...
Glen Osborne officials hold line on real estate taxes in 2026 budget
Glen Osborne property owners will not have to pay more in real estate taxes in 2026 as part of the borough’s budget. Council unanimously voted Dec. 16 to pass its 2026 budget and maintain the tax rate at 4.9 mills. The last time real estate taxes were changed was a...
Sewickley Academy students collect toys for East End Cooperative Ministry
Sewickley Academy’s holiday toy drive resulted in multiple gifts for a local ministry. School officials said they were able to donate seven large red giving boxes with toys and gifts to East End Cooperative Ministry in mid-December. The drive was from Dec. 2-15 and included efforts from fifth graders and...
Sewickley Public Library to host open house for parents, guardians of early learners
Parents and guardians of preschool and kindergarteners will have a special opportunity to mingle with school, daycare and related entities at the Sewickley Public Library. A special open house at 500 Thorn St. is set for 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 10. Organizers said the event brings together representatives from...
Leetsdale officer recognized for efforts in stopping suspect in nearby town
Quick thinking and reaction helped a Leetsdale police officer stop a burglary suspect in a nearby borough. Patrolman Steve Impell was recently recognized for his efforts in assisting Edgeworth police on Nov. 6. Edgeworth police Chief John Burlett told TribLive that officers responded to a burglary report along Oliver Road...
Aleppo officials hold the line on real estate taxes for 2026
Aleppo property owners will not have to pay more in real estate taxes to support the township’s 2026 budget. Commissioners unanimously voted Dec. 22 to pass next year’s spending plan and maintain the tax rate at 3.5 mills. The last time taxes were changed was in the 2014 budget —...
Glen Osborne Councilwoman Mary Scalercio remembered as dedicated public servant, educator
Mary Scalercio was someone who believed in leaving things better than when you found it. She took that approach in helping Glen Osborne with its parks and holiday preparations as well as general business during her 12 years on council. Scalercio was in the last weeks of her third term...
Sewickley Academy steps into spotlight, fends off Pine-Richland at PPG Paints Arena
A late Pine-Richland surge wasn’t enough as Sewickley Academy held firm for a 59-53 win in the Edgar Snyder Holiday Hoops Classic at PPG Paints Arena on Monday. The Panthers were led by Mamadou Kane, who delivered 18 points. Adam Ikamba had 11. “Every practice, we compete,” Kane said. “I...
Sewickley to improve pedestrian safety at major business district intersection
Sewickley officials plan to give one of the borough’s busiest intersections a pedestrian safety boost next year. Curb ramps at Broad and Beaver streets are in poor condition and don’t meet current code requirements, borough engineer Mike Galet reported. The intersection is also not well signalized for pedestrian crossings, increasing...
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 21, 2025
Bell Acres Estate of James Hinzman sold property at 16 Sands Ave. to Brad Holewinski for $135,000. Franklin Park Danielle Proctor sold property at 1104 Castletown Ct to Grady and Jennifer Gosselin for $1,050,000. Jonathan Ray Crawford sold property at 2521 Hopkins Church Road to Zachary Blystone for $310,000. Maronda...
Christmas events, services, concerts and more at Sewickley area churches
Antioch Baptist Church 332 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfwbaptist sewickley.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...
Leetdale officials seek public input for active transportation plan
Leetsdale officials are seeking public input on how they can make the borough more walkable, accessible and safe. An active transportation plan survey was recently launched to collect information, comments and concerns from everyone who travels within the Quaker Valley area borough, including residents, visitors and commuters. “What we really...
‘Sunnymede’ estate boasts European-style architectural roots, for sale in Sewickley Heights
An Old World estate with authentic European details and an impressive architectural pedigree is on the market in Sewickley Heights. Sunnymede is a French-inspired luxury estate designed by the late, renowned architect William Boyd Jr., boasting historic formal gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the man behind the design of...
Quaker Valley School District communications director recognized for outstanding service
Quaker Valley School District communications director Michelle Dietz was recently recognized for outstanding service by a national program. Dietz was named one of the 2025 EDmarket NexGen Rising Stars by the Education Market Association. The program honors exceptional young professionals under the age of 40 who have demonstrated passion, creativity...
Sewickley Light Up Night draws a festive crowdVideo
Justin Bollman found delight in watching his children play in the snow outside the Cochran Hose fire station in Sewickley. Braelyn, 9, and Brent, 5, threw snowballs, chased each other around a tree decorated in Christmas lights, and occasionally pelted Bollman and their mother, Kenzie, during the borough’s Light Up...
CeaseFirePA hosts vigil against gun violence at Sewickley United Methodist Church
Donna Hyatt remembered her grandson’s 2022 killing like it was yesterday. Jorden Lee Puskar, 21, of Coraopolis, was fatally shot the early morning of Jan. 22 that year along the 100 block of Prospect Street. Hyatt shared the story of her grandson’s murder during a vigil at Sewickley United Methodist...
