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Pittsburgh Restaurant Week spotlights delicious meals and deals
Two things are fairly predictable about January in Pittsburgh: It’s typically a cold month – and it’s a slow month for local restaurants after a busy holiday season. Brian McCollum says it’s a perfect time of year to check out some new cuisine or visit favorite dining establishments that are...
Hulton Road fully reopens after months of landslide repair in Penn Hills
A section of Hulton Road along the border of Plum and Penn Hills that had been closed since July reopened Monday, PennDOT spokeswoman Yasmeen Manyisha said. Hulton Road had been closed for slide repair between Iowa Street and Michael Drive since July 1. A landslide in that area occurred in...
Plum businessman hooks investor on ABC’s ‘Shark Tank’
He got a deal. Plum’s Joe Altieri appeared on the ABC show “Shark Tank” on Sunday night, seeking an investment for his Murrysville window screen company, FlexScreen. After making his pitch and fielding questions from the show’s five “shark” investors, Altieri, 43, considered offers from Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner and...
Oakmont among libraries to earn ‘gold star’ status
Six Allegheny County libraries, including one in Oakmont, were recently recognized by the Pennsylvania Library Association for enhancing their patrons’ quality of life. They were part of the PLA’s fourth quarter program that recognizes libraries by assigning various “star statuses” for providing patrons with educational resources and opportunities. Oakmont Carnegie...
Plum-area real estate transactions for the week of Dec. 29
Chalfant Zachary Smith sold property at 145 Greenfield Ave. to Tamia Jackson for $105,000. 2019 Castle LLC sold property at 145 Lynnwood Ave. to Sumedha Misra for $11,500. Churchill Charles Mahofski sold property at 41 Barton Drive to V & K Investments LLC for $60,000. Anthony R Alvarez Pedroso sold...
Burglary, assault among cases before Judge Zucco
District Judge Linda Zucco recently handled the following cases. Charges were filed by Plum police unless otherwise noted. • Adam J. Vanclief, 36, of Plum with burglary, criminal trespass and theft by unlawful taking. Charges were filed Dec. 20. • Patrick J. Sullivan, 40, of Plum with simple assault and...
Plum School District officials plan to build on year’s accomplishments in the coming decade
The holiday season allows folks to reminisce on all that happened over the year that was and ponder what the future will bring. It holds true for Plum School District officials as they have authorized some major changes in the past 12 months. School Director Scott Coulson went over some...
Plum’s 20th annual Make-A-Wish telethon raises $42K
Another successful Make-A-Wish Foundation Telethon is in the books at Plum Senior High School. The school’s TV production classes hosted the 20th annual telethon to fundraise for the organization that grants wishes to children battling chronic illnesses. This year, students raised $42,359, bringing the fundraiser’s grand total since 1999 to...
Murrysville window-screen company will appear on ABC’s ‘Shark Tank’ in JanuaryVideo
Joe Altieri was taking a huge risk when he decided to leave his job in the window industry to start up FlexScreen, a Murrysville company that provides removable, flexible window screens. Now he has a chance to have a professional investor share that risk. Altieri, a Plum resident, will appear...
Man hospitalized after car crashes onto curb along Unity Trestle in Plum
A man was injured Monday night when his car crashed over a curb and nearly struck a utility pole in Plum, officials said. Shortly after 6 p.m., the man was driving a gray sedan on Unity Trestle Road near Universal Road heading toward Leechburg Road and failed to make a...
Allegheny County residents can recycle Christmas trees at parks
Allegheny County residents can recycle their Christmas trees at nine regional parks starting Dec. 26, the county announced Monday. Trees, which will be used for mulch in county parks, can be dropped from 8 a.m. until dusk through Jan. 14. Lights and decorations must be removed prior to drop-off. The...
Oakmont’s 2020 budget approved with no tax hike
Oakmont property owners won’t have to worry about their real estate tax rate going up next year. Council unanimously approved next year’s spending plan and maintained the 3.73-mill rate. Borough Manager Scot Fodi expressed hope for Oakmont’s future when presenting the budget. “As we enter a new decade, this budget...
Plum School District’s Make-A-Wish telethon hopes to top $1 million
A Plum School District fundraising effort has a chance to hit the $1 million mark on Monday. Students and staff have raised funds for Make-A-Wish since 1999 with each year’s efforts culminating with a telethon at the high school. This year, activities took place October through December and included car...
Plum library hosts ‘Elf on the Shelf’ show
Families with children of all ages packed the Plum Community Library Dec. 18 for a special Christmas performance of “The Elf on the Shelf Saves Christmas” presented by Stage Right, a performing arts and theater company based in Greensburg....
Elks, Knights of Columbus, veterans rally to help Plum family in serious jam at Christmas
Picture this: a family with two young children, a life-changing diagnosis, a move across the country and a broken vehicle – all just weeks before Christmas. For the Carlson family, it’s not a picture. It’s their reality. “They’ve gone through quite a bit,” said Plum Mayor Harry Schlegel. That’s why...
Plum school officials say 4% tax hike might be needed for next year
Plum School District property owners could see their real estate taxes jump by more than 4% as school district officials try to plug a $1.3 million budget shortfall in next year’s budget. Instead of adopting a resolution to keep any tax increase at or below the state’s Act 1 index...
Trial period for off-leash dogs and bicycles extended in Oakmont’s Dark Hollow Woods
A trial period for off-leash dogs and bicyclists in Dark Hollow Woods in Oakmont has been extend until at least March as officials postponed a vote on a recreation board proposal. Council also agreed to relaunch a survey to get more public input prior to making the rule change permanent....
Attorney for Plum teacher accused of stealing neighbor’s suits uses ‘impeccable dresser’ defense
Police say the Plum teacher accused with his wife and a 17-year-old of stealing lawn equipment, sheets, a washing machine, five suits and a broom shared a driveway with the house they allegedly broke into. Michael R. Verrico, 47, was placed on leave from his teaching job at Plum Borough...
Plum suspends teacher accused of burglary, corruption of minors
The Plum School District placed a teacher on leave after police charged him with felony burglary and tampering with evidence in connection to an incident in January, officials said. Michael Richard Verrico, 47, who teaches physical education at Oblock Junior High School, is accused of burglary, theft, criminal mischief and...
Plum, Oakmont activities this week include Christmas concerts and holiday-themed events
Looking for things to do in Plum and Oakmont this week? Here are some suggestions: • Meditation with a Monk is set for 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Oakmont library. Join the monks from Natrona Height’s Pittsburgh Buddhist Center for an hour of relaxing meditation. The program is offered every...
Artistic replica of the old Hulton Bridge in Oakmont unveiled at Riverview High School
An idea formed nearly four years ago in a Riverview High School jewelry making class turned into an artistic replica of the historic Hulton Bridge in Oakmont. Glenn Garrison, a technology education teacher and former art instructor, said a student suggested crafting jewelry from the 107-year-old bridge that was demolished...
Boyce Park ski slopes to open this weekend
Skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts can rejoice, because the Boyce Park slopes open up for the season on Saturday. Allegheny County Parks Department officials said the beginner slope and main slope will be ready around 9:30 a.m. with a base of 18 to 24 inches of snow. Other slopes, trails and...
Cases recently handled by Judge Linda Zucco in Plum
District Judge Linda Zucco recently handled the following cases. Charges were filed by Plum police unless otherwise noted. Waived preliminary hearings • Michael Basch, 28, of Jefferson Hills on charges of careless driving, driving an unregistered vehicle and accident involving damage to attended vehicle/property. Charges were filed Oct. 10. •...
Pivik students pitch in to make presents for Children’s Institute students
Pivik Elementary students and a Habitat for Humanity Allegheny Valley volunteer have partnered to provide special hand-made toys for the Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh. Tom Hughes, a Korean War veteran and one of the original Habitat helpers, made multiple hand-carved wooden reindeer for the nonprofit. He continued that effort this...
Happening in Plum and Oakmont this week: meditation, movies and more
Looking for something to do in Plum or Oakmont this week? Here are some suggestions: • Meditation with a Monk is set for 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Oakmont library. Join the monks from Natrona Heights’ Pittsburgh Buddhist Center for an hour of relaxing meditation. The program is...
