Pine Creek Journal category, Page 53
‘Commander on the field,’ ex-Pine-Richland, Penn State catcher Matt Wood selected in 4th round by Brewers
The Milwaukee Brewers selected former Pine-Richland and Penn State catcher Matt Wood in the fourth round of the MLB Draft on Monday, perhaps impressed by the take-charge attitude he has cultivated throughout his baseball career. “You’re the commander on the field,” he said from his home in Gibsonia. “You get...
Fox Chapel Area High School grad on a modeling mission in New York City
When Chase Osthoff of Fox Chapel told his friends he was going to pursue a modeling career after high school, they thought he was joking. His friends now know he was a man on a modeling mission. “They’ve all been very supportive,” Osthoff said. “I’m absolutely planning to do this...
In brief: St. Barnabas 5K, car show and more in Pine, Richland
St. Barnabas 5K St. Barnabas Charities hosts the 31st Annual Free Care 5K presented by Paracca Interiors Flooring America on Aug. 6. The race will begin at 9 a.m. at the St. Barnabas Gibsonia campus on Meridian Road. Proceeds from the annual event support the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund,...
Work through November on Freeport Road, Marshall
Roadway improvement work on Route 910 (Gibsonia Road) in Richland Township and Route 4054 (Freeport Road) in Marshall Township is expected to get underway July 18, weather permitting and last through mid-November. Single lane restrictions are expected to occur as needed daily in the following locations: Route 910 between Hardt...
Pine-Richland grad reaches for the stars on Embry-Riddle rowing team
Kristen Vigna wanted to do two things in college: study astronomy and astrophysics and be on a rowing team. She wasn’t quite sure that the two together would be possible. But an internet search revealed a perfect match in Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. “There aren’t many schools...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of July 17, 2022
Etna EDJY Property Services Inc. sold property at 32 Bridge St. to Joan Jefferson LLC for $240,000. James Nordin sold property at 39 Prospect St. to J & K Homes Inc. for $36,900. Franklin Park George Basara sold property at 1512 King Charles Drive to Elizabeth Wiese for $465,000. Russell...
Authorities identify victim of fatal crash in Pine
A Wexford man died following a crash early Saturday in Pine. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as Douglas David Rockacy, 47. Allegheny County 911 said emergency responders were dispatched to the 300 block of Wexford-Bayne Road at about 12:45 a.m. There was no immediate word on...
Student news in Pine, Richland for the week of July 15, 2022
Meredith Chismer, Sean Connolly, Connor Fenton and Alexandra Kortz were named to the dean’s list at John Carroll University’s Boler College of Business for the spring 2022 semester. Alyssa Alessandria, Olivia Caplan, Matthew Commendatore, Mary DiDonato, Mary Evankovich, Kendra Keene and Nora McKee were named to JCU’s College of Arts...
Pine-Richland’s 2022-23 budget holds property-tax rate 6th consecutive year
Pine-Richland School District’s 2022-23 budget calls for spending to increase by 5.8%, but keeps the property-tax rate at the same level for the sixth consecutive year. The more than $101.35 million budget — up from $95.75 million for the 2021-22 school year — was approved unanimously by the school board...
Pine, Richland area student news for the week of July 12, 2022
Emma Skundrich of Wexford was among 23 students who participated in Baldwin Wallace University’s faculty-led study abroad program in Iceland during the spring 2022 semester. Skundrich, a graduate of Pine-Richland High School, completed a geology seminar and a course titled “Discovering Iceland” before going on the two-week experience led by...
North Huntingdon native new Allegheny County Bar president, seeks to restore community faith in the legal system
To her roles as wife, mother to two young daughters, attorney for a major Pittsburgh law firm and an avid runner, a North Huntingdon native took on another position as of last week — president of the Allegheny County Bar Association. Erica L. Laughlin, 42, of Pine, a shareholder at...
In brief: Richland VFD open house, Friends of Pine Golf Classic and more
Open house Richland Township Volunteer Fire Department Open House will be held from 6-9 p.m. July 18. There will be live demonstrations, firetruck and firehouse tours, as well as information on how to become a volunteer member. Also on hand will be Brusters Ice Cream and Waffles Pizza food trucks....
Strong season at Penn State puts Pine-Richland grad Matt Wood on radar for MLB teams
Matt Wood did everything he could on the diamond this spring to open the eyes of Major League Baseball scouts, and soon he’ll see if he’ll get the chance to play professionally. Wood, a Pine-Richland grad, slashed an impressive .379/.480/.667 with 15 doubles, a dozen homers and 53 RBIs this...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of July 10, 2022
^ Tim Wilson sold property at 623 Highland Place to Carolyn Wilson for $180,000. Bradford Woods Michael Brady sold property at 56 Forest Road to Sean and Erin Currie for $375,000. Jean Oppedal sold property at 112 Saybrook Hbr to Holiday Ross for $330,000. Etna Marcia Bonk sold property at...
In 4th season with Steelers, Pine-Richland alum Kevin Rader works way into role
Because of where he grew up, Kevin Rader knows his way around Pittsburgh better than most of his Steelers teammates. Because of how long he has stuck in the organization, few on the team know their way around UPMC Rooney Sports Complex better than Rader, either. A Pine-Richland alumnus, the...
In brief: Star parties, Women’s Business Network and more in Pine, West Deer
Star parties Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh Star Parties will take place at 8:45 p.m. July 8 and 9 at the Nicholas E. Wagman Observatory in Deer Lakes Regional Park. This is an opportunity for amateur astronomers, students and the general public to observe the wonders of the summer sky....
Pitt offer adds to excitement of recruiting frenzy for Pine-Richland lineman Ryan Cory
In the last few months, Ryan Cory has received scholarship offers from schools all over the country, and now he’s getting some interest closer to home. Following a team camp June 26, Cory, lineman at Pine-Richland, was offered by Pitt, adding to a long list of colleges hopeful to land...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of July 3, 2022
Bellevue Max Gutierrez sold property at 714 Clinton Pl to Pembroke Properties II LLC for $128,000. Martha Kannair sold property at 39-41 Grant Ave. to Craig and Shawn Wilson for $205,000. Estate of Robert Marshall sold property at 513-515 Lincoln Ave. to Jaroen Suksawatnamchok and Wichai Chotigapisan for $210,000. 632...
Student news for Pine, Richland for the week of July 1, 2022
Jeremy Miller of Wexford has earned a master of science in computer science from the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. Michael Marr Jr. of Wexford earned a master of science in environmental management from the University of Maryland Global Campus. Lilly Bogacz, a communication major, has been named to...
Pine launches mobile app for residents to communicate concerns
Nothing’s changed for Pine residents who still want to drive down to the township hall or call when they have business with the municipality or a concern that needs to be addressed. But township officials know that for most people, time is precious. So they’ve launched a new system to...
Hampton family proves Pine Creek Community Band is for everyone
The Pine Creek Community Band welcomes members of all ages and ability levels — no experience is needed. “It enables a lot of people who enjoy playing music to get together and share that interest,” said conductor Randy Heide of Richland. The Gardner family from Hampton embodies the band’s philosophy....
Wexford, Gibsonia Girl Scouts earn Gold Award
Four local Girl Scouts recently earned their Gold Awards. The Girl Scout Gold Award is one of the highest achievements in Girl Scouting. Western Pennsylvania Gold Award Girl Scouts cumulatively logged more than 5,000 hours of service while designing and implementing projects to benefit their communities and create an impact...
Pine gears up for annual Community Day
All the things everyone loves are set to return for Pine’s Community Day. That means food, music, fun and, of course, fireworks. This marks the 32nd year for the event, which was missed in 2020 because of the covid pandemic. Joni Patsko, director of parks and recreation, has organized them...
Pine-Richland hosting Future College Athlete field hockey clinic
For years it has been Donna Stephenson’s mission to grow the game of field hockey in Western Pennsylvania. So, when she was presented with a unique opportunity to host a clinic featuring instruction from nationally renowned coaches and former USA national players it was a no-brainer. Pine-Richland will host a...
North Hills real estate transactions for the week of June 26, 2022
Etna Jolo Realty Inc. sold property at 407-1/2 Butler St. to James Olson for $20,000. Franklin Park Robert Nolan sold property at 1615 King James Drive to Andrew and Bethany Anne Bukowinski for $426,000. Julie Yates trustee sold property at 1438 Laurel Drive to Lynn Vescio for $638,000. Deborah Gigler...
