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Gateway graduate Derrick Davis resurrects that old high school feeling as a running back at Pitt
Derrick Davis Jr. is not dreaming when he steps onto Pitt’s practice fields. Coaches demand focus, not dreams. These days, however, Davis is getting that old Gateway High School feeling, thinking about the success he enjoyed as a football player for the Gators and a student in the classroom, too....
In brief: Monroeville area happenings, week of Aug. 14, 2023
Library Fun Fest Monroeville Public Library’s annual Fun Fest is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. Aug. 26 on the library grounds, 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd. A special guest this year is Daniel Tiger, son of the puppet Daniel Striped Tiger from “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.” Food, beverages and tickets to...
East suburban real estate transactions, week of Aug. 17, 2023
Edgewood Suzanne Chybrznski sold property at 223 Chestnut St. to Marcial Saldana and Samantha Shaye for $245,000. Forest Hills Scott Ruffing sold property at 333 Castlegate Road to Ryan Read and Katie Graham for $385,000. Monroeville Estate of Williams Jirak sold property at 250 Azalea Drive to Adriano and Jennifer...
Get ‘Mesmerized’ with Monroeville art exhibit
Many of the world’s most enduring works of art capture aspects of the human form. But it took North Versailles artist Norma Rowley a while to proceed in that direction. “I was always intimidated to draw or paint people. I don’t know why,” she said, although it may have had...
Participation, excitement growing within Gateway Midget Football and Cheerleading Association
Last fall was a banner season for the Gateway Midget Football and Cheerleading Association. All four of its football teams — flag (ages 5-6), Termites (7-8), Mites (9-10) and Midgets (11-12) made the Big East Youth Football League playoffs. The Termites, Mites and Midgets advanced to the semifinals. “We’re not...
Pitcairn man attacks neighbor with hammer, police say
A Pitcairn man is behind bars after beating a neighbor with a hammer late Thursday, authorities said. William Alan Jackson, 42, was charged Friday with attempted homicide, aggravated assault, recklessly endangering another person and making terroristic threats, court records show. Police said they took Jackson, after a mental health evaluation,...
Monroeville Jazz Festival marks 20th anniversary
Murmurations are groups of starlings that twist and turn while flying together in a giant flock. People watch in amazement, wondering how they don’t ever run into each other. That is what local musician Kenny Blake likens to jazz music. “They’re not thinking. They’re not acting. They’re just doing it...
With new big-play offense, Gateway looks to return to playoff win column
Most visitors return from Florida with theme park souvenirs, a suntan and maybe some oranges, but Gateway coach Don Holl brought home a new offense. When Holl took a trip to the Sunshine State a couple of months ago, he visited with one of his former players, now a college...
Gateway principals go on Come Join Our Gator Family tour in Monroeville, Pitcairn
For their Come Join Our Gator Family tour, Gateway’s elementary principals made sure to bring the beloved school district mascot. And this Gator was a true Friend. “I volunteered,” Ramsey Elementary Principal Katie Friend said during a break from wearing the mascot costume’s head. “I’m having a lot of fun...
East suburban real estate transactions, week of Aug. 6, 2023
Forest Hills John Rutkoski sold property at 139 Fairfax Road to Michael Hughes for $205,000. Adam Michael Vincent Zelenko sold property at 222 Sheryl Ln to Matthew Stephen Zelenko for $225,000. Edward Boenigk sold property at 529 Windsor Ave. to Pink Boots LLC for $80,000. Monroeville Estate of Rudolph Bailey...
Monroeville Junior Legion team completes best season in program history at state tournament
After league and regional tournaments where it won six of nine games, the Monroeville Junior Legion team set its sights on making some noise at the Pennsylvania state tournament in Berwick. Things started well with a win in its first game, but a pair of losses in the double-elimination event...
Funfest returns to Monroeville Public Library
Last year, over 2,500 people showed up for Monroeville Public Library’s Fun Fest. For 2023, they’re expecting even more for the annual event, scheduled for noon to 4 p.m. Aug. 26 on the library grounds, 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd. “This is the fifth year, and it grows every year. We...
‘Retired’ host returns to Steel City Con in Monroeville
Monroeville Convention Center soon will be packed with artists, pop culture enthusiasts, costume creators and a familiar face that rivals many of the celebrity guests. Mike “Zombo” Devine of Shaler makes his return to Steel City Con Aug. 11-13 after a brief retirement from hosting such events. The usually silver-haired...
Gateway theater camp builds on ‘Mamma Mia’ momentum
If sports teams can build on momentum, performing arts programs can do so, too. On the heels of a hugely successful spring musical at Gateway High School, supporters from the school district teamed with Monroeville’s Parks and Recreation Department to offer a weeklong summer theater camp for aspiring actors, singers...
Passenger fatally stabbed on Greyhound Bus traveling from Pittsburgh to D.C.
An 18-year-old Detroit man charged with fatally stabbing a fellow passenger Sunday night aboard a Greyhound bus just outside Pittsburgh told first responders it was the first time he had killed anyone and referred to a “demon” who “took many souls,” according to a criminal complaint. Police said Javon Garrett...
In brief: Monroeville area happenings, week of July 31, 2023
Car cruise scheduled American Legion Post 820 in Monroeville is organizing a car cruise to support homeless veterans. The event will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. Aug. 20 at the post home, 4339 Old William Penn Highway. Guests are requested to park at Party Savvy and the dentist’s...
East suburban real estate transactions, week of July 30, 2023
Chalfant Tri Cog Land Bank sold property at 211 Wilkins Ave. to Fortunae LLC for $25,000. Churchill Wayne Casey trustee sold property at 1624 Branning Road to Glen and Charity Beveridge for $399,900. Barbara Fagnelli sold property at 101 Merrie Woode Drive to Bob and Pamela Hansen for $410,000. Edgewood...
Gateway grad Jaquan Brisker gives back to community before beginning 2nd NFL season
Jaquan Brisker and his Chicago Bears teammates opened training camp July 26 with hopes of putting all the pieces together for a run at a return to the NFC playoffs in 2023. Brisker, a Gateway High School and Penn State graduate, begins season prep with his eyes on team goals...
Fine food featured at 1st Monroeville Night Market
The first-ever Monroeville Summer Night Market went off without a hitch on July 22, with several local vendors attending the event in the parking lot of the convention center. The gathering featured a small beer garden and a DJ for live entertainment, maintaining a steady flow of customers that one...
Man nearly drowns in Wilkins motel pool
A man nearly drowned in a Wilkins Township motel pool Monday, officials said. First responders found the man, an adult “in his 30s,” unresponsive in the pool at a Rodi Road motel, police confirmed. Authorities did not release his name. “This was not a suspicious incident, and appears to be...
In brief: Monroeville area happenings, week of July 24, 2023
National Night Out set for Aug. 1 Monroeville Police Department invites the public to celebrate National Night Out. The event is scheduled for Aug. 1 from 6-8 pm at Monroeville Community Park, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville. Festivities will take place in pavilions 2 and 4. Residents are encouraged to show...
Gateway, Cal (Pa.) grad Jae’Len Means joins elite runners at national championships
Jae’Len Means’ list of collegiate sprint accomplishments during his time at Cal (Pa.) is long and illustrious. The Gateway graduate was a multi-time All-American who won eight individual Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference titles while with the Vulcans through the spring of 2019. Means said while he was proud of all...
Park Sharks capture 2023 Monroeville Invitational swimming championship
The Haymaker Hammerheads had ruled the roost in recent Monroeville Invitational swim events at Garden City Pool. Haymaker won five in a row through last year and six of the previous seven. But the Park Sharks didn’t allow Haymaker to extend its streak to six straight and captured the 53rd...
East suburban real estate transactions, week of July 23, 2023
Churchill Janice Schano sold property at 3737 E. Rural Ct to Lamont Coleman for $150,000. Monroeville Allen Horton sold property at 522 California Ave. to Vince and Carol Scala for $50,000. Marcia Conklin sold property at 107 College Park Drive to Sangill Properties LLC for $50,000. Randy Rossi sold property...
Circle of Courage Awards scheduled in Monroeville
The 13th annual Pittsburgh Circle of Courage Awards is scheduled for 6:45 p.m. Aug. 4 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 101 Mall Blvd., Monroeville. Awards honor individuals who show faith and courage in their respective careers. Award categories include religion, government, education, business, medicine, art, media, military, missions and sports....
