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The Herald area real estate transactions for the week of Aug. 8, 2021
Etna M B G Real Estate LLC sold property at unknown address to Melissa Rogers for $150,000. Gwendolyn Petchar sold property at 1 Christler St. to Nathan Hunt for $131,000. Fox Chapel Adam Michael Zakin sold property at 622 Berkshire Drive to Colby and Emily Schaeffer for $813,000. Estate of...
Student news: Language honors, dean’s list and college graduations
l Fox Chapel Area resident Joseph Katarincic was among more than 4,000 students from Miami University who received degrees during the in-person spring commencement held May 14-16. Katarincic graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in economics. l Fox Chapel Area resident Lucie Green was named to the dean’s...
Expungement clinic in Sharpsburg aimed at helping nonviolent offenders clear record
People with a nonviolent criminal record can seek an expungement during a free clinic at Sharpsburg Community Library. In partnership with Cresco Labs, the event will provide free on-the-spot legal advice. It is scheduled from 3 to 6 p.m. on Aug. 19 at the library along Main Street. “A nonviolent...
Belle Voci postpones Motown concert amid pandemic concerns
Third time’s a charm for the multi-generational women’s choir Belle Voci, which has postponed it special Motown concert until the 2022-23 season. “Diamond Memories: Celebrating 60 Years of Motown” had been twice-postponed, with the much-hyped event scheduled first in March and most recently penciled in for October. “Although pandemic limitations...
Fox Chapel teen a rising star in climbing world
Gavin Youkers just keeps climbing off the charts. Youkers began rock climbing four years ago at the age of 9 while at Climb North in Wildwood. It was there that his love of climbing was launched by his coach, Justin Mech, and his teammates. “It was fun,” Youkers said. “We...
Former Fox Chapel cardiologist gets 6½ years in prison for health care fraud
A former Fox Chapel cardiologist convicted of health care fraud for falsely billing more than $13 million in specialized treatment his patients didn’t need asked for mercy at his sentencing Thursday. Dr. Samirkumar J. Shah, who failed to show at his original sentencing hearing last month, and for whom the...
Renowned Periwinkle’s Bakery & Café returns after 15 years
All it took was one bite of a fresh maple-cinnamon roll for a patron to know he was in the right place. Periwinkle’s Bakery & Café, a descendant of the iconic Harmar bakery Periwinkle’s, has finally opened the doors at its new location in O’Hara along Route 28, at Exit...
Fox Chapel author’s debut novel tells story of resiliency, self-acceptance
Fox Chapel resident Carolyn Skowron spins a tale of triumph and chips away at the stigma of mental health in her debut novel, “Unbreakable.” A story of acceptance, self-discovery and the value of being “perfectly imperfect,” the book follows Skowron’s struggle with mental health issues and her path to self-improvement....
Blawnox’s 1st National Night Out celebration a big hit with residentsVideo
Blawnox native Christa Coban touted the borough’s first-ever National Night Out as an event with a simple goal — to have people mingle with their heroes, she said. The event, hosted Aug. 3 by the Best of Blawnox group at the borough’s Community Park, was transformed with fire engines, police...
O’Hara, Ben Avon women giving Joy Rides to people with limited mobility
Eleven-year-old Hailey Tucker of Penn Hills has multiple disabilities that have rendered her unable to speak. Still, there was no mistaking her excitement over recent bike rides at the Three Rivers Heritage Trail along Pittsburgh’s North Shore. “She gets a great big smile on her face,” said Hailey’s mother, April....
Northbound lanes of Route 28 in O’Hara reopen after vehicle fire
A ramp leading to the Highland Park Bridge in O’Hara did not sustain any damage after a vehicle caught fire along Route 28 Monday night, officials said. Crews responded to the northbound lanes of Route 28 near the exit leading to the bridge around 8:30 p.m., according to a tweet...
Masking plans draw ire at Fox Chapel Area School Board meeting
Fox Chapel Area students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade could be required to wear masks when they return to school Aug. 24. The school board Monday night was bombarded with pleas from parents who alternately demanded mask-wearing for students and those seeking mask choice. Superintendent Mary Catherine Reljac said, under...
Rabies vaccine baits distributed throughout Allegheny County
Dog owners are encouraged to keep their pets on leashes for at least the next week while Allegheny County distributes rabies vaccines baits across the region, especially in parks. The baiting takes place through Sept. 15. According to Allegheny County’s website, previous baiting sessions have yielded problems with off-leash dogs...
In brief: Women’s Business Network, 50-year reunion scheduled and more in Fox Chapel
Women’s Business Network Women’s Business Network is an award-winning business association that supports the success and growth of women in business. WBN provides members with the tools to be successful, including networking, mastermind groups, and ongoing professional education, while expanding their circle of influence in the marketplace. All professional women...
The Herald area real estate transactions for the week of Aug. 1, 2021
Aspinwall David Joseph Connolly sold property at 127 Fourth St. to Hong Zhang for $329,000. Theodore Molnar sold property at 305 Center Ave. to Gregory Allen and Monica Jean Cooney for $560,000. Blawnox Marguerite Singley sold property at 1100 Carla Drive to Michelle Therese Gordon for $212,000. Fox Chapel Mark...
Hurling, Gaelic football championships taking place in Indiana Township this weekend
The Midwest Gaelic Athletic Association is hosting its regional finals this weekend at Founders Field in Indiana Township. Teams from Pennsylvania, Michigan, New York and Ohio are competing for titles in hurling and both men’s and women’s Gaelic football. Championship games will take place Sunday beginning at 10 a.m. Admission...
Change in plans: Ramp from Freeport Road to Highland Park Bridge to reopen Monday
Construction plagued motorists received some good news Friday. The ramp from northbound Freeport Road to the Highland Park Bridge in Sharpsburg will reopen at 9 a.m. Monday and stay open until the project is completed in mid-November, PennDOT said. A week ago, PennDOT announced it was permanently closing the ramp....
Fox Chapel Area parents divided on district’s proposed mask-wearing policy
Fox Chapel Area School District parents have started opposing online petitions regarding the district’s proposed voluntary mask-wearing policy for students and staff. A petition drive on ipetitions .com, started Tuesday by Sarah Stanger, asks the district to require mask-wearing on campus and had gathered more than 375 signatures as of...
Fox Chapel police charge man living in vacant home that’s on the market for $700K
A man who belongs to a group that describes itself as a private tribal association for indigenous peoples is accused of squatting in a large Fox Chapel home listed for sale for nearly $700,000. Noble Prince Kamoory El, 28, faces two counts of criminal trespassing in the case that police...
Fox Chapel police charge man living in vacant home that’s on the market for $700K
Fox Chapel police have charged a man for allegedly squatting in a vacant home along Riding Meadow Road that is on the real estate market for nearly $700,000. Police arrested Noble Prince Kamoory El, 28, with two counts of criminal trespass. Borough police Chief David Laux, who is set to...
In brief: Swing dance, FCASD 50-year-reunion and more in Fox Chapel
Swing Dance — ‘All That Jazz’ The Hampton Presbyterian Church Big Band is back on the bandstand from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on July 30 for Swing Dance – “All That Jazz.” Enjoy some great live music that will get your feet tapping. Admission price is $10 to be collected...
The Herald area real estate transactions for the week of July 25, 2021
Aspinwall Rachel Misour sold property at 113 Fourth St. to Kyle Misour and Catherine Boyles for $250,000. Dennis Putze trustee sold property at 23 Fourth St. to John and Kelly Krieg for $285,000. Blawnox Terry Haser sold property at 154 Second St. to Sandy Michelin for $176,000. Etna Jesse Burton...
Farmer x Baker expanding with O’Hara location
A popular waterfront eatery is expanding its operations. Farmer x Baker, a repurposed shipping container-turned-eatery located inside Aspinwall Rivertrail Park, plans to open a new brick-and-mortar location in O’Hara Township this fall and serve as the exclusive caterer and provider for a new weekend brunch at Cellar on Penn in...
Aspiring scientists can find much to do at Sharpsburg Community Library
Sharpsburg Community Library has transformed its courtyard into a hands-on creative station for summer. Elementary-aged students last week were treated to one-hour mini camps, through Carnegie Science Center, where budding engineers tangled with experiments fit to test their inner Thomas Edison, organizers said. “The kids are learning electrical and structural...
Community Swim Club team caps undefeated season with gold in North Hills league championships
Community Swim Club is making waves in the North Hills Summer Swim League. An undefeated season was capped with a win in the championship meet July 15, ranking them as the top regional team in the Gold Division. It was the first time in more than five years that the...
