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Sweetwater paints a new scene with the launch of Studio419
If the Old Sewickley Post Office — home of Sweetwater Center for the Arts — is the Mona Lisa, then Studio419 is Andy Warhol’s Campbell’s Soup Cans. Located in the heart of the Village at 419 Beaver St., the studio is 3,000 square feet of possibility. For now, pops of...
Gaydos appointed chairwoman of Economic Development subcommittee
State Rep. Valerie Gaydos, R-Allegheny, has been appointed chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Economic Development, under the House Commerce Committee. In general, the House Commerce Committee focuses on business, finance and economic development in Pennsylvania. “I am very honored to be appointed as chairwoman of the Economic Development Subcommittee,” said...
Man accused in Leetsdale carjacking faces additional charges
The man accused of forcing his way into a woman’s car and striking her with a hammer in Leetsdale Borough on Feb. 25 now faces additional charges. At a preliminary hearing Monday before District Judge Robert Ford, John Matheny, 38, of Darlington, also was charged with strangulation - applying pressure...
Leet Township police chief to retire after decades of service
After nearly 40 years in uniform, including seven years in the Army prior to becoming a police officer, Leet Township police Chief William Wanto announced plans to retire in November. Wanto, who currently leads a department of five full-time and three part-time officers, said he has been saving up for...
Sewickley Spa founder Dorothy Andreas pens leadership book
Dorothy Andreas, best known as founder of Sewickley Spa, has written a book, “Streamline Success,” which provides insight into how leaders can be more effective by managing relationships, time and situations faced in the service industry. Andreas, who left college at 19 to start her first business, has grown nine...
Here’s what’s happening around Sewickley: Saturday, March 2
Hello, Sewickley, The Sewickley VFW Ladies Auxiliary will hold a sock drive for veterans and VA hospital patients in the area from March 11-30. Donations of new, white, calf-length socks for men and women can be made in the foyer of the Sewickley Public Library, 500 Thorn Street, during regular...
Longtime greeting card illustrator shares story with Sewickley Artist Guild
You’ve probably never heard of George Schill, but chances are, you’ve given — or received — one or more of his creations for a birthday or Christmas or just to say hello. Schill is an illustrator who has designed thousands of cards during his 38 years as a contract artist...
Multiple events scheduled for Leet Township’s 150th anniversary
Multiple generations have called Leet Township home since its founding in 1869 by a group of residents from the former Sewickley Township. To celebrate Leet’s 150th anniversary, several events have been planned, said township Manager Betsy Rengers. While the list includes familiar events, like an April 27 “Keep Leet Neat”...
Sewickley area places of worship plan upcoming events
Beth Samuel Jewish Center The center is at 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. For information, visit bethsamuel.org or contact the center at bethsamuel office@comcast.net or 724-266-5238. • 6:30 p.m. March 1 — Shabbat Across America • 7 p.m. March 3 — An evening with Rabbi Dr. Danny Schiff. This event is...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Friday, March 1
Hello, Sewickley, Tomorrow is the last day to see the LaVerne Kemp exhibit at Sewickley Public Library. Kemp’s award-winning textiles a have been a fixture of Pittsburgh’s fiber arts community for 40 years. Her work has been exhibited extensively in Pennsylvania and Ohio and featured three times in Carroll Harris...
Sewickley Music Club welcome The Dorals
Members of the Sewickley Music Club welcome The Dorals, performing oldies and doo-wop hits at “The Sock Hop.” This members-only event will be held at 1:30 p.m. March 12 at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 801 Beaver St....
Woman escapes carjacker after attack in Leetsdale parking lot
Police are commending a woman for taking action when a man allegedly forced himself into her car and drove away with her inside. Leetsdale Borough police Chief Daniel Raible said the woman was struck in the head with a hammer by John Matheny, 38, of Darlington, after he approached her...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Thursday, Feb. 28
Hello, Sewickley, The Recovery Room, 503 Hegner Way, will host a free Hormone Dysfunction talk at 6:30 p.m. March 5. Clinical nutritionist Meghan Westwood will cover topics including adrenal and thyroid hormones. To RSVP, call 724-579-3686. — What’s the Neighborhood News Network all about? With SewickleyHerald.com, we invite you to...
Remember When: 1939
In the news this week 80 years ago: • Sewickley residents Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence C. Woods Jr. returned from a “walrus hunt” near the Belcher Islands in Hudson Bay, Canada, where they had been assisting two Carnegie Museum scientists in gathering specimens. Mr. Woods was part of the family...
Quaker Valley prepares to put on a big show with ‘Shrek the Musical’
Quaker Valley High School students are getting ready to put on a big show. Everything in “Shrek the Musical,” which will take place at 7:30 p.m. March 7-9, will be just that: big. There’s the 20-foot dragon that moves around on stage at the hands of five puppeteers, the large...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Wednesday, Feb. 27
Hello, Sewickley, Residents who want to vote in the April 2 Special Election in Pennsylvania’s 37th Senatorial District must be registered by March 4. Registered voters who have moved or changed their name or party affiliation also must notify the Elections Division by March 4. This can be done at...
B Gourmet closes its doors in Sewickley
B Gourmet at 428 Beaver St. in Sewickley has closed. Owners Chris and Jenn Bonfili posted a sign on the eatery’s doors, inviting patrons to visit their new business, Bonfire Food & Drink, at 2100 East Carson St. on the South Side. “It is with great sadness but excitement for...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Tuesday, Feb. 26
Hello, Sewickley, Sandra Lane, author, certified professional organizer and NAPO chapter president, will sign copies of her book, “Ask the Organizer,” from 7 to 9 p.m. March 5 at Sewickley Public Library. Lane will share a brief presentation of organizing information followed by a book signing. Books will be available...
Photographer, expert discuss impact of plastic waste
Sewickley-based photographer Randy Olson has captured images in countries like India, Bangladesh, the Philippines and Indonesia, where armies of workers sort plastic, many for just $2 per day. Sorting facilities in these countries are massive, and some accept enough plastic waste at one time to fill multiple football fields. Olson...
Aleppo hit hard by storm
Aleppo roads remained closed and some residents were without power Monday morning as a result of Sunday’s wind storm. According to township Manager Gwen Patterson, portions of Glen Mitchell Road, Merriman Road and Blackburn Road were closed due to downed power lines and trees, and many residents were without power,...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Monday, Feb. 25
Hello, Sewickley, Today is “Let’s All Eat Right Day” celebrating Adelle Davis, an influential nutritionist of the mid-twentieth century, who decried food additives and championed whole, unprocessed foods. Pick up a few cooking tips from Ina Garten, who will appear at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Heinz Hall. There’ll be no...
Quaker Valley prepares to put on a big show with ‘Shrek the Musical’
Quaker Valley High School students are getting ready to put on a big show. Everything in “Shrek the Musical,” which will take place at 7:30 p.m. March 7-9, will be just that: big. There’s the 20-foot dragon that moves around on stage at the hands of five puppeteers, the large...
‘What did Fred Rogers Say?’
Junlei Li will visit Sewickley Academy at 6:30 p.m. March 6 to give the community a Fred-centric talk: “What Did Fred Rogers Say?” Li, the Saul Zaentz Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, will discuss the highlights of Fred Rogers’ messages. Themes will...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Saturday, Feb. 23
Hello, Sewickley, The Concert Series at Saint James will present “Heavenly Pipedreams” with organist Donald Fellows at 3 p.m. March 3 at the church. A preshow at 2:30 will feature the Sign Language Choir of St. Stephen’s, with Nella Matthews, director. Proceeds from the freewill offering will benefit the Society...
Quaker Valley graduate plans race to benefit vets
Rob Veltre, a 2014 Quaker Valley graduate, is organizing the 8th Brave American Classic 5K & 10K Races & 1 Mile Walk to benefit the Boulder Crest Retreat for Military and Veteran Wellness (bouldercrestretreat.org). The races and walk will begin at 9 a.m. March 9 at St. Stephen’s Church, 405...
