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Remember When: Sewickley Herald headlines from this week in 1988
In the news 35 years ago this week: • A zoning hearing on a plan to expand Sewickley Valley Hospital became contentious after neighbors organized a “Save Our Neighborhood” campaign to oppose it. Hospital officials proposed building a parking garage and a new South wing, which would necessitate the demolition...
Mt. Lebanon man charged in connection with November crash that killed tree-trimmer in Moon
Moon police have issued an arrest warrant for a Mt. Lebanon man who they say fatally struck a worker trimming trees near the Sewickley Bridge in November. Hampartsoum “Henry” Nazarian, 65, was charged Tuesday with homicide by vehicle, involuntary manslaughter, recklessly endangering another person and a half-dozen traffic violations in...
Sewickley interior designer Betsy Wentz pens book about making a house a home
Betsy Wentz recalled sitting on the floor of the carriage house of her Edgeworth home as a little girl sorting through colorful swatches. Her mother was an interior designer and the space was filled wall to wall with fabric and wallpaper samples. “My mom was an incredible teacher, a visionary...
Bell Acres businessman who admitted to $15M in tax fraud asks for house arrest or probation
A Bell Acres man who built what the federal government called the largest house in Pennsylvania with proceeds from a $15 million tax fraud thinks he should serve his sentence on either probation or house arrest. Joseph Nocito, 81, filed the motion seeking alternatives to federal prison earlier this month....
St. Brendan in Franklin Park begins free English as a Second Language course
St. Brendan’s Episcopal Church will resume its free English as a Second Language classes for adults on Sept. 5 via Zoom. The church, on Rochester Road in Franklin Park, has served local residents from various countries including India, Ukraine, Turkey and South Korea for more than a decade. The aim...
In brief: Tuskegee Airmen ceremony, Owen Galluzzo Memorial Picnic and more in Sewickley area
Tuskegee Airmen ceremony On Sept. 16 at 11 a.m., the Tuskegee Airmen of Western Pennsylvania is having a re-dedication ceremony of its memorial that was constructed 10 years ago at the Sewickley Cemetery, which is located a couple hundred yards up Cemetery Road. It is the largest outdoor memorial of...
Multi-sport Quaker Valley athlete brings giant medal collection into school’s hall of fame
To say Tabitha Bemis was a multiple medalist at Quaker Valley would be a vast understatement. She actually ranks as one of the all-time leading medal winners in WPIAL and PIAA history. Between all of her postseason qualifications, Bemis reeled in 43 total medals — including 18 gold — in...
Quaker Valley golfers motivated by near-miss at WPIAL team tournament
One shot made all the difference for the Quaker Valley boys golf team last season, as the Quakers placed third in the WPIAL Class 2A tournament by the narrowest of margins. Sewickley and Belle Vernon finished regulation play at the WPIAL event tied for the top spot in Class 2A...
Sewickley area real estate transactions, week of Aug. 27, 2023
Edgeworth Daniel Orie sold property at 405 Meadow Ln to John Roberts and Victoria Smith for $912,000. Robert Craig Kirsch sold property at 206 Woodland Road to James Bayley Jr. and Erin Bayley for $2,200,000. Franklin Park Deerfield Estate FP Development LLC sold property at 1322 Adrian Drive to Maronda...
Rummage sales, morning prayer and more at Sewickley area houses of worship
Antioch Baptist Church 322 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfw baptistsewickley.org. Sunday service is at 10:45 a.m. Beth Samuel Jewish Center 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. 412-266-5238. bethsamuel.org. Beth Samuel Jewish Center meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom for Morning Shabbat services. First Friday Family Services take...
Quaker Valley School District hires new high school assistant principal
A former Peters Township School District administrator was named the new Quaker Valley High School assistant principal. Scott Orelli of Pittsburgh formally became a Quaker this month. The board ratified his hiring Aug. 22 right before the new school year started. “I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to...
Sewickley Herald headlines from this week in 1952
In the news this week 71 years ago: • Sewickley public schools were set to open Sept. 3 with 1,000 students expected on the first day. Kindergarten through sixth grade were to report at 8:45 a.m., while high schoolers were to arrive by 8:30 a.m. Teachers ready to welcome students...
Documentary Week announced at The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center in Sewickley
The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center in Sewickley announced the lineup for its inaugural Documentary Week, Sept. 1-14. Nine films, curated to suit a wide range of interests, will be offered on various days and times. The week also features virtual talkbacks with directors, expert speakers and other special events...
Quaker Valley School District officials given state citations for recent accomplishments
Two Quaker Valley School District officials were recognized by state legislators for their recent honors. State Rep. Valerie Gaydos, R-Allegheny, gave citations to school resource officer David Watts and district food service director Carla Escribano at a school board meeting Aug. 22. Gaydos also presented them with citations on behalf...
New drawings, timeline revealed for proposed Quaker Valley High School
New artist renderings of a proposed Quaker Valley High School, as well as a timeline for the district’s next steps, have been revealed. The proposed 167,000-square-foot school is on 150 acres of land off Camp Meeting Road. It straddles Leet Township, Edgeworth and Leetsdale. The renderings show a new front...
‘Their Stories’ documentary to explore lives of Sewickley’s early Black residents
Filmmaker Rueben Brock was taken by surprise when asked to direct a documentary about the early Black residents of Sewickley. “I said, ‘Wait a minute, there’s a Black community in Sewickley?’” he recalled. Those first Black settlers were important to the success of the community, and it’s high time their...
Quaker Valley seniors mark their parking spaces in what has become a new tradition at the high school
Sometimes little perks like having your own parking space can really make a difference in the day. Many Quaker Valley High School seniors will have no problem identifying which spot is theirs courtesy of a creative project. The second annual Senior Painting Day took place Aug. 11. Students who purchased...
In brief: Contact info requested, tax services available and more around the Quaker Valley
Contact info update requested Edgeworth Water Authority officials implore residents and business owners of Edgeworth, Leetsdale, Leet and Bell Acres to update their contact information to help ensure emergency notifications are properly sent to customers. Officials said information forms will be mailed out in the next billing insert. EWA issues...
Sewickley area real estate transactions, week of Aug. 20, 2023
Bell Acres Wine Construction Inc. sold property at 854 Big Sewickley Creek Road to Floyd Wine for $27,004. Edgeworth Kevin Weir sold property at 13 Little Sewickley Creek Road to Jonathan Patrick and Lauren Marie Crossett for $1,000,000. Franklin Park Benjamin Risacher sold property at 1555 Alaqua Drive to Daniel...
Quaker Valley’s Mya Eshenbaugh relishes experience at USSSA All American Softball Games
Mya Eshenbaugh enjoyed a unique summer sojourn. The Quaker Valley Middle School student participated in the USSSA All American Softball Games during the week of July 31 through Aug. 5 in Viera Beach, Fla., at the USSSA Space Coast Complex. “It was a great experience for me,” Eshenbaugh said. “I...
Back to school breakfast, Plastic Mat Sleeping Mat Society & more at Sewickley area places of worship
Antioch Baptist Church 322 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfw baptistsewickley.org. Sunday service is at 10:45 a.m. Beth Samuel Jewish Center 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. 412-266-5238. bethsamuel.org. Beth Samuel Jewish Center meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom for Morning Shabbat services. First Friday Family Services take place...
Sewickley Academy students to have more academic opportunities this school year
Sewickley Academy officials have implemented a variety of new courses, creative spaces and other facility upgrades in preparation for the new school year. Classes begin Aug. 31 at the private Pre-K to 12th grade academy. “As we approach the new school year at Sewickley Academy, I’m filled with excitement over...
Quaker Valley School District officials ready to welcome students this coming school year
Quaker Valley School District officials are eager to welcome students back and greet new learners this coming school year. First day of classes for K-9 is Aug. 23. First day of classes for grades 10-12 is Aug. 24. Total enrollment as of press time was 1,818. Superintendent Tammy Andreyko said...
New Leetsdale cleanup program to launch in September
Leetsdale residents in need of lawn care may be able to get help for free through a new borough initiative. The inaugural Community Cleanup, a day for volunteers to cut grass and other minor landscaping per resident request, is scheduled for Sept. 9. Helpers will get their assignments around 9...
Scott Township Pool celebrates Swimmer Appreciation Day
A dreary sky and strong chance of precipitation pushed back plans for Swimmer Appreciation Day at Scott Township Pool. Some activities did occur as scheduled on Aug. 7, but the main event ended up taking place some 48 hours later. “It turned out to be an awesome day. We’ve got...
