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McCandless museum hosts 5th anniversary open house
The fifth anniversary celebration of the McCandless/North Allegheny Heritage Center on May 21 will showcase recent acquisitions honoring two prominent, local, historical figures. The museum, located on 830 Aufman Lane, will feature paintings and books signed and owned by Judge Wilson McCandless, the Town of McCandless being his namesake, as...
In brief: news from Bradford Woods, Hampton, North Hills, Ross, Shaler and Gibsonia
The show goes on The Bradford Woods Couples Club is putting on an original comedy, “The Show Must Go On?” at 8 p.m. May 19-21 at the Bradford Woods Firehall. All profits go to fund local nonprofits. Club members handle all aspects of the show: writing, staging, audio-visuals, props, make-up,...
You need to declutter: Learn how at Hampton library program
Most of us need to declutter at one point or another, and an expert will show the way during “The Organizing Myth!” at 6:30 p.m. May 17, sponsored by Hampton Community Library. The presentation is free and will be held in Activity Room 2 of the Hampton Community Center, 3101...
Two new administrative positions filled at NA
The North Allegheny School District’s director of student services has been named the district’s assistant superintendent of elementary education. Dr. Michele Dowell officially starts her new position on July 11, when the retirement of Dr. James Bradley becomes effective. The North Allegheny School Board on April 27 unanimously named her...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of May 1, 2022
Bellevue M & I Properties LLC sold property at 39 S Howard Ave. to Paul Stephen Minyo for $176,000. Franklin Park Chase Karsman sold property at 1700 Thistle Ct to Michael and Christine Packard for $575,000. Hampton Devin Davies sold property at 3896 Ash Drive to Michael and Jean Dulina...
North Allegheny budget preview scheduled for May 11
The North Allegheny School District’s final proposed budget for 2022-2023 is scheduled for presentation during the school board’s regular meeting May 11 at 7 p.m. at the Central Administration Offices on Hillvue Lane. If approved, this final proposal would be distributed in early June to local municipalities, the Northland Public...
Bradford Woods Conservancy sponsors talk by retired geologist who hiked the Appalachian Trail
A retired geologist and author is slated to share stories of his experiences hiking the Appalachian Trail as part of an ongoing speaker series hosted by the Bradford Woods Conservancy. Craig Eckert, a retired geologist and author, will present a talk, “Rocks, Roots and Rattlesnakes” at Bradford Woods Community Church...
North Allegheny students place 2nd in Stellar Xplorers National Space Design Competition
A team of five North Allegheny High School students placed second in the finals of the Stellar Xplorers National Space Design Competition, a national contest organized by the Air Force. The North Allegheny Air Force Junior ROTC team was one of 10 finalists — whittled down from 350 teams —...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 24, 2022
Bellevue Karen Lynne Kasarda sold property at 154 N Balph Ave. to Anthony Profio and Madeleine Sheinfeld for $160,000. Mary Beth Krupski sold property at 27-29 S Balph Ave. to RKS Investments LLC for $180,000. Adrienne Greshock sold property at 548 Teece Ave. to Yanlai Wu for $249,900. Etna Frank...
Police in North Park host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day site
The North Park Police Station, 700 West Ridge Drive, will serve as a site for Allegheny County police’s participation in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 30, area residents can drop off any over-the-counter, controlled substance or prescription-required drugs. Tablets, capsules, ointments, creams,...
Team of North Allegheny students competing in final round of StellarXplorers National Space Design Competition
A team of five North Allegheny High School students is competing in the final round of a national contest that allows students to explore rocket science. The StellarXplorers National Space Design Competition, which is organized by the Air Force Association, began with more than 350 teams. The North Allegheny Air...
Dress for Success schedules cookie fundraiser at Hartwood Acres
Dress for Success Pittsburgh is hosting its second annual Black & Gold Cookie Table Drive-thru Fundraiser on May 14 at Hartwood Acres, 4000 Middle Road from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. “Last year, we turned our traditional Black & Gold fundraiser into a socially-distant, safe, drive-through event that proved to...
Cookie’s Creamery serving up sweet treats in Ross
Eleanor “Cookie” Rosenberg looked forward to annual family vacations. She would relax in an Adirondack chair on the boardwalk at Rehoboth Beach and enjoy an ice cream cone. “She loved it there,” said her grandson, Josh Helfer of Franklin Park. “She would call me the day after we came home...
Pennsylvania Supreme Court hosts art, essay contest for students
Students are invited to celebrate the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania’s 300th anniversary by participating in an essay and coloring contest. “Recognizing the crucial role that civics education plays in the public’s understating of the judiciary, we are excited to expand our 300th celebration efforts to involve students at all grade...
North Allegheny students earn perfect AP test scores
Two North Allegheny High School students earned rare perfect scores on their 2021 Advanced Placement tests, both in computer science courses. Kamya Rajesh, a sophomore, received a perfect score on the Computer Science Principles test, and Sun Ahn, a senior, had a flawless test score on the AP Computer Science...
Franklin Park Y to host Healthy Kids Day
The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh, including the Baierl Family YMCA in Franklin Park, is hosting its annual Healthy Kids Day on April 30, encouraging families to take a moment to help kids be kids and set them up for a summer of success. The day-long event will feature activities such...
Franklin Park studying borough properties to address stormwater needs
Franklin Park officials have begun the first of many steps that could lead to a stormwater management fee being instituted in the borough. Stormwater management is important to prevent flooding during heavy rains and the discharge of untreated, polluted water into streams and waterways. The borough also is dealing with...
North Allegheny students jump to raise funds for North Hills Community Outreach
Elementary students in the North Allegheny School District spent the last couple months jumping for the hills. To help North Hills Community Outreach, that is. Students of NA’s seven elementary schools raised a grand total of $63,053 in a jump rope challenge benefiting the North Hills Community Outreach. This is...
North Hills Home Show gets underway April 22 at North Park
Fresh ideas for decorating will be available at the North Hills Home Show from April 22-24 at the North Park Sports Complex. Advice will be available about home improvement, decorating and landscaping projects. Experts, exhibits and demonstrations will help educate people about home improvement projects. Show highlights will include more...
2 Duquesne Light employees shocked during pole replacement in McCandless
Two Duquesne Light employees were shocked by a power line Wednesday during work in McCandless, officials said. The employees were working on a utility pole along Brandywine Drive at the time, said Duquesne Light spokeswoman Ashley Macik. Both were taken to the hospital, she said. Macik said around 30 customers...
North Park, South Park golf courses open for the season
More proof that spring has finally arrived. Not only is Tuesday opening day for the Pirates at PNC Park, but it’s also a day that golfers can finally hit the links at two of Allegheny County’s most popular public courses. The county has declared both the North and South park...
North Allegheny boasts 3 Coca-Cola Scholarship recipients
North Allegheny High School has three Coca-Cola scholarship recipients in 2022, thanks to seniors Victoria Ren, Hannah Shin, and Alina Zaidi. Each student will receive a $20,000 scholarship. The 34th class of Coca-Cola Scholars include 150 high school students across the nation, selected from an initial pool of 68,000-plus applications...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of April 10, 2022
Bellevue Richard Jones sold property at 621 Cliff Ave. to Katelyn Nadel for $157,500. David Anthony sold property at 566 Highland Pl to Peoples Properties LLC for $110,700. Raymond Reed Jr. sold property at 29 N Bryant Ave. to Scott Taylor and Tamar Kamin for $275,000. Stephen Williams sold property...
North Allegheny Women’s Association unites for good causes
For women looking to make meaningful connections with other women in the North Allegheny communities, there’s an organization for that. The North Allegheny Women’s Association is a social and charitable organization with the purpose of uniting women through community service, according to its President Josley Counselman. NAWA was the brainchild...
Church news from Gibsonia, Wexford, Bakerstown
Hampton Presbyterian Hampton Presbyterian Church has announced its Holy Week and Easter services. April 14 — Maundy Thursday A potluck dinner is scheduled for 6:15 p.m. followed by Worship in the Sanctuary from 7-8:15 p.m. People with last names beginning A-K, are asked to bring a main dish or casserole....
