In brief: Plum, Oakmont area news, events for the week of June 16, 2025

Plum Council gives final approval for Geo-Solutions move

Plum Borough Council gave its final approval for two resolutions that allow New Kensington-based company Geo-Solutions to move to the borough.

The company plans to move into a multistory office building behind Plum School District’s bus garage while it develops a storage and maintenance facility on adjacent land at 1450 Greensburg Road — the former location of Golf Oasis.

It hopes to conduct the move by the end of the year and continue construction into 2026.

O’Block renovations OK’d by Plum Council

Plum Borough Council OK’d Plum School District’s land development plan for renovations and an addition at O’Block Elementary School.

Though some conditions apply to the approval, borough Manager David Soboslay said he expects the district to work through them quickly.

The renovations and addition are part of a $30 million, multiyear building project in the district that also includes improvements to the middle school.

Jury finds Oakmont rape suspect not guilty

An Oakmont man was acquitted by a jury of rape and sexual assault charges involving a teenage girl.

Jurors spent about four hours deliberating on June 4 in the case against Jeffrey Thomas McMeekin, 63, according to a court order.

He was found not guilty of 21 counts including rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse and aggravated indecent assault.

McMeekin was arrested in mid-2022 by Allegheny Township police. The girl told police she was 17 and 18 years old when McMeekin sexually assaulted her multiple times in November and December 2021.

Testimony in the case began June 2. The accuser testified the next day.

Defense attorney Mike DeRiso said the outcome showed the alleged assaults were instead consensual sexual activity.

“It’s unfortunate that a case like that had to go to trial because there were so many indicators that were consistent with consent and they were brought out in the trial,” he said. “I certainly don’t condone those types of relationships, however there’s a difference between consensual and rape.”

Plum Class of 1985 to hold reunion in November

Plum’s Class of 1985 will host its 40th class reunion on Nov. 28 at Veltre’s Wedding Venue on Coxcomb Hill Road.

Organizers are seeking contact information for class members. Details about the reunion are available at the “Plum HS 1985 — 40 Year Reunion” Facebook page or via email at plum1985reunion@gmail.com.

The event will take place from 5 to 9 p.m.

A Paris Affair

Higgins Productions will be hosting the first annual Paris Affair at the Riverside Landings Event Center in Oakmont.

Beginning at 11 a.m. on Sept. 27, the event will feature 55 vendors and workshops on French décor, culture and travel tips. The event is free to attend.

Tickets for $75 to a VIP reception starting at 4 p.m. are available to purchase at parisaffairpgh.com.

The event will continue annually around the Pittsburgh area. It was invented to showcase the beauty in each business and to create meaningful connections in the area.

Oakmont Hard to Recycle event slated

Registration is now open for the borough’s fourth annual Hard to Recycle event. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 30, participants can head to 731 Second St. to the drive-thru event hosted in partnership with Noble Environmental.

Accepted chemicals include paint or workshop products, automotive products, cleaning products, batteries, light bulbs, lawn and garden products, flammable materials and pool chemicals.

Accepted electronics include televisions, computers, printers, laptops, phones, window AC units, mini fridges and gaming devices.

To register for a time slot or to get more information, visit nobleenviro.com.

Group offers support for weight loss

All are welcome to join the men and women at Oakmont TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) who are learning how to lose weight.

With in-person meetings, rewards, support and encouragement, we gain knowledge of healthy eating and exercise.

You may visit with no obligation Tuesdays at 5:45 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1261 Pennsylvania Ave. in Oakmont. Weigh-in is private followed by a brief business meeting, sharing time, and educational program all ending by 7:15.

There is well-lit parking, wheelchair accessibility and security. For details, call 412-828-3854 or e-mailjmjkwj@gmail.com.

Food pantry offers help

The Plum Food Pantry, 81 Sandune Drive, distributes free food from 4:30 to 6 p.m. the first three Tuesdays of each month for Plum residents. Residents in need must stop in at the pantry to be certified/verified.

For more information, call 724-327-0367.

Association of University People

The Association of University People invites singles 50 and older who are four-year college graduates to join them for activities and to meet new people. Activities include spring/summer picnics, monthly dinners, a book group, Scrabble, meeting up at local outside concerts and wineries.

Those interested can attend three activities as guests before joining. To obtain more information about AUP or become an AUP member, call and leave a message at 412-353-9088 or email Aupsingles@gmail.com.

Holiday Park Bible Church welcomes Plum community

Holiday Park Bible Church, at 4842 Hialeah Drive just off Route 286, invites the community to join in worship, fellowship and events for all ages.

• Men’s breakfast, women’s Bible study: Join us on the second Saturday of every month for a free and hearty breakfast, where men can connect and encourage one another and grow in faith. At the same time, women are welcome to enjoy a nourishing breakfast while participating in our ladies’ Bible study.

• Weekly worship services: We welcome you to worship with us every Sunday at 10:30 a.m., with Sunday School beginning at 9:30. Enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries as we come together in faith and fellowship.

For more details, visit hpbchurch.com or follow them on social media.