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FAR RIGHT: The McDonald McPet Parade wasa success for the second year running, despiteinclement weather.RIGHT: Veterans from local organizations wereon hand for the dedication of Liberty Tree Grovein the new Donaldson Park in North FayetteTownship. PHOTOS BY PAT JENNETTE.“GOOD NEWS ALWAYS, MAILED & DELIVERED FREE, EVERY TIME”Allegheny West Magazine - West Allegheny Edition, is an all positive, good news publication mailed free into the homes and businesses ofthe West Allegheny School District communities of Findlay, North Fayette, Oakdale, Sturgeon, and McDonald to connect communities,promote people, heighten awareness about the richness of the airport region, and build pride in the western suburbs of Allegheny County.West Allegheny EditionVOL. 11, NO. 66, ISSUE 6JUNE 2010FEATURES8 Summer Kid Fun!15 Introducing the Park on the Hill28 An Enduring Friendship43 Honored for Volunteerism66 Dirt Biker Tracking His Way to SuccessSPECIAL SECTIONS35 North Fayette Water Report45 “For the Love of Our Pets”LEARNING CURVESCOLUMNS THIS ISSUE23 Tattooing - Medical Procedure by Walter Sadauskas26 The Truth About Hemorrhoids by Dr. Brad Levinson64 Oral Cancer by Dr. Robert LutherABOUT THE COVERCOLUMNS06 Publisher’s Note07 On the Horizon21 Around Your Town39 Your Schools51 Youth Corner54 ACTA Transportation55 Sidelines56 Ground Work58 Your House & Senate59 Chamber Business Link60 Municipal Roundup62 Library News64 Senior Connection70 Personal PerspectiveNicholas, AKA Nicky, is a Cavalier King Charles owned by Joyce Jennette and Dan Benard of Clinton. PHOTO BY DAVE KNOERMORE INFOAllegheny West Magazine-West Allegheny Edition is published in February, April, June, August, October, and December, six issues a year,by Jennette Communications Group, 15 Walnut Street, Suite 101, Imperial PA 15126. Mailed and distributed free to residents andbusinesses in Findlay, North Fayette, Oakdale, Sturgeon, a portion of McDonald, and adjacent areas. Extra copies available at municipaloffices, schools, libraries, stores, advertisers, hotels, and businesses. Available by mail subscription for $12 annually. Story ideas welcomed.Community events and announcements from non-profit groups must be received by the 15th of the month prior to publishing date.Announcements are limited to 30 words and must include a contact phone number. Reproduction of any artwork, photographs, or copyprepared by Allegheny West Magazine is strictly prohibited without written consent of Jennette Communications Group. Copyright 1999Allegheny West Magazine. All rights reserved. Views and opinions expressed by contributors and/or advertisers are the responsibility of thecontributors and not those of the publisher of Allegheny West Magazine.At the turn of the century, fairgrounds were established near Enlow.Together with racing horses, these popular activities continued until 1917.At that time also, “downtown” Imperial was home to two hardware stores,three dry goods stores, two dentists, apartment buildings, a bank, a postoffice, and the Imperial brickyard. There was also a theatre, a freightstation, and a bus depot called the Sauers Bus Line.TO REACH US15 Walnut Street, Suite 101, Imperial PA 15126Phone: 724.695.3968 Fax: 724.695.2089E-Mail: alleghenywestmagazine@comcast.netwww.alleghenywestmagazine.comwww.PghPointsWest.com/allegwestmagPUBLISHING TEAMPUBLISHER AND EDITORPat Jennette, APRPHOTOGRAPHERSG. Paul DeBor,Dave Knoer, Christopher RolinsonWRITERSKiley Brady, Kaitlin Busch,Dick Glovier, Jessica Harman,Heather Schiefer MurrayWEBMASTERwww.ddswebdesign.comCONTRIBUTORS THIS ISSUEPittsburgh Airport Area Chamber of CommerceFindlay Township, North Fayette TownshipOakdale Borough, West Allegheny School DistrictWestern Allegheny Community LibraryErma Dodd, Catherine RobertsOUR OTHER PUBLICATIONSJennette Communications Group also publishes theMontour Edition of Allegheny West Magazine, andthe Moon Edition of Allegheny West Magazine.MEMBER:2007 WinnerBBB TorchAward forMarketplaceEthicsRegistered with Dun &BradstreetWE PROUDLOUDLY Y SPONSOR AND SUPPORT:The Western Allegheny Community Library Capital BuildingCampaign and the Annual Christmas Drive-Through Light-UpDisplay in Clinton ParkAllegheny West Magazine partners withKnepper Press in Clinton to print its magazines.Knepper Press purchases wind energy credits tooffset 100% of its electricity usage, energy whichis used to print our magazines. We are alsocommitted to recycling our used and leftoverproducts by sending them to Shared Acres, aCommunity Supported Agriculture (CSA) program in FindlayTownship, of which we are a member.We encourage our readers to be responsible and dispose of thismagazine when finished enjoying it. Consider passing it along tosomeone else, or placing it in your neighborhood recycling bins.Thank you in advance for doing your part for our earth.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 3

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PUBLISHER’SNoteOF DREAMS AND ACHIEVEMENTSIt’s hard to believe that another school year has already gone by. As we started to receive the many honors and accolodes of ourlocal students, alongside those recognitions came those of residents who were honored for a variety of reasons. We learned aboutPam Perry, who was this year’s recipient of the Friend of Education Award, and Tom Taylor, who received a Silver Beaver Award fromthe Boy Scouts Council for his consistent support to local scouting. We learned that volunteer firefighter Sara Heinlein received the first-ever Paul Sciullo award forcitizenship and volunteer service.The end of this school year brought another reflection -- that of my own. It’s been 38 years since I graduated from St. Basil’s High School in Carrick. This pastwinter, my family took a trip back in time and visited our old stomping grounds. We visited my alma mater and thus, the picture to the right. Memories! Just as I wasthe editor of my high school newspaper and went on to pursue my dream of owning a magazine publishing business, so will many of this year’s graduates go outinto the world and pursue their dreams. It is those dreams that we get the most satisfaction out of publishing.And, as I reflect upon the many years that have gone by, and the many achievements we have proudly published in Allegheny West Magazine over the past 11years, I know that, with each passing year, another graduating class will go out into the world and make its mark. In the coming years, we will have many more goodstories to share about not only their achievements, but the achievements of residents, many who are graduates of this very school community. I was fortunate tosee my dream come true. And, I will continue to get great satisfaction out of sharing, through this magazine, the dreams of others who walk, or who have walked inthe past, through the doors of our local schools and into the world beyond.Pat Jennette - Publisher & EditorMark Your Calendar . . .The Moon Garden Club Tour will be held onSaturday, July 10, featuring a variety of beautifulgardens in the Moon Township area. Included onthe tour is Roselea Farm. For more information,tickets, and directions, contact Mary Skinner,mskinner2801@comcast.net.Students studying Massage Therapy at Pittsburgh TechnicalInstitute in North Fayette are looking for interested residents who can givethe students extra practice and also get a good deal.Book a full-body massage for just $25. Spots are limited and appointmentsare required. Also available are chair massages at $10 for a 20-minutesession. Dates are June 12, 22 (Tuesday, 5-8 p.m.), and 26, 10 a.m. to 1p.m.Gift certificates are available. Call Lili at (412) 370-6719.6 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

SUMMER KID FUN!Let’s Bicycle, Swim &Swing a Racquet!Do you need somewhere for your younger kids to ride their bikes, trikes, hot wheels,or whatever wheeled gadget? Is it time for your son or daughter between the ages oftwo and eight to get off the training wheels and learn to ride on two wheels, but nowhere to take them to practice?? Here is your answer! Come to Clinton Park on theThursday mornings from 10 a.m to noon for “Biking in the Park” Days. Theparking lot will be closed off to make a huge area for youngsters to come and safelyride to their heart’s content.Enter the park off of Clinton Park Drive, then head left up the little hill into the biglot. Please park and unload in the upper lot to the left. The parking lot will be conedoff for two hours. The dates are Thursdays, June 24, July 8, July 22, and August 5.This is a free activity. For more information, call (724) 695-0500.Three, two-week swim lessons sessions are being offered at Hankey Farms Poolin North Fayette starting June 14. Lessons are also available on Saturdays beginningJune 12. For details, call (412) 788-4888.Youth and Adult Tennis lessons are scheduled to begin at North Fayette on June14 with lessons available to beginners and intermediates. For times and details, call(412) 788-4888.Findlay Township brings back its five-week junior tennis program this summer.Under the instruction of David Johnston, CPR-USNTA certified instructor, these hour-longlessons, held at the newly-resurfaced Elm Street Park, will provide basic instruction, alongwith exercise and games. Class size is limited, so registration is a must.Participants must bring their own racquet if possible. Sessions will be held on Mondays,June 21 and 28, July 12, 19, and 26 at 10 a.m. for ages 7 and up.Cost for the five-week program is $35 for Findlay residents, $45 for non-residents.For more information, call (724) 695-0500.Music, Dance, Cooking,Old Fashioned Fun & MoreHollowood Music Academy at Route 60 and Church Hill in Robinson is thenewest Music Together® teaching center. Six-week summer classes start inJune and July.Hollowood will host mixed-age, family classes for toddlers, preschoolers, andtheir caregivers. Contact (412) 638 7598 or visit www.LisaRaeMusic.Com toregister for one of several upcoming free demonstration classes. Children of allabilities, typical and non-typical, are encouraged to participate.In a Music Together class, up to 12 children and their parents or caregiversmeet for 45-minutes each week for ten weeks to experience new songs,rhythmic chants, movement activities, and instrumental jam sessions. Bothadults and children sit in the circle and participate, led by teachers from LisaRae Music Studios with early childhood and music skills.The Western Area YMCA is hosting an old fashioned night for families onthe second Friday each month this summer. Open to all community residents,grab a chair or blanket for the lawn. Bring water to drink. Then get ready toPLAY! Sack race, tag, octopus, three-legged race, lawn ball games, simpleobstacle course, and more. The event will be held on Fridays, June 11, July 9,and August 13, 6 to 7:30 p.m. For information, call (412) 787-9622.Youth in kindergarten through grade 5 are welcome to join the Summer Kid’sCreative Cooking classes held on Thursdays, July 8 and August 12 from 11:30a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Findlay Township Activity Center, Main Street, Imperial. Costis $8 per class for Findlay residents; $10 per class for non-residents. Call(724) 695-0500 for information and to register.8 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

{A lot of fun for kids this summer isready right here in the airportsuburbs{Let’s Go to Camp!Registration is open for 25 academic and athletic youth camps that will beoffered in June and July at Penn State Beaver. The camps are for ages 3 through18. Academic enrichment camps are Pirate Camp, Kids Learn to Cook, PrincessCamp, Musical Theatre, Advanced Musical Theatre, Rockets Away, Wizardry School,Robotics, Digital Video and Movie Production, Spanish for Kids, Crime SceneInvestigation, and Beginner Cheerleading. Athletic camps are Fitness, Softball,Advanced Softball, Baseball, Advanced Baseball, Boys’ Basketball, Girls’ Basketball,Advanced Coed Basketball, Wii Camp, Soccer, Volleyball, Advanced Volleyball, andGolf.To register, call (724) 773-3700.The ROCK Summer Day Camp at The ROCK in Oakdale will be held June 21 throughJuly 30. Six weeks of programs, each with a different theme, will be offered. Campbegins each morning at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. There is also early morningdrop off at 8:30 a.m. and late pick up at 5:30 p.m. at no additional charge.Cost is $70 per week for ROCK members, $85 for non-members.For more information, contact The ROCK Youth & Family Center at (724) 693-2777 orby e-mail at rock_oakdale@yahoo.com.Karen Prunzik’s Broadway Dance Center camps offer a variety of differentcamp themes this summer. There is Camp Rock, Fairy Tale Princess Camp, DisneyPrincess Camp, and Camp Star Struck.The center is also hosting a Summer Intensive program for the advanced studentwith instructors from New York and Pittsburgh universities, the Dance Alloy, NancyMosser Commercial Casting, and classes that include how to write a resume, vocalinstruction with Etta Cox, African dance, character, modern, and much more. Theprogram will be July 12-16, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and is geared to age 11 & Up.This camp is perfect for the pre-college dance/musical theater major.” For details,call (412) 920-1841.The Carnegie Performing Arts Center will host Summer Dance Day CampsJune 21 - July 9. Classes offered include a storybook-based dance camp for ages4-7, a summer dance intensive camp for ages 8-12 for the beginning dancer, anda junior summer intensive dance program for older children up to age 18 that willculminate in a dance studio performance.For more information or to register, call (412) 279-8887.YMCA Summer Day Camps will be offered again by the Western Area YMCA.Registrations are underway.There are two programs, one at the YMCA and one at Gilmary Center on Flaugherty RunRoad. Each offers a variety of camp-wide, weekly-themed activities. Summer day campbeginsin early June, and ends tentatively on August 20. Hours are 7 a.m. until 6 p.m.,Monday through Friday. The program is open to children that have completedKindergarten through age 11. The Y also offers CILT (Camper in Leadership Training)program for children ages 12-14. The CILT program is designed to provide young teenswith an opportunity to develop leadership skills, learn responsibility, and have fun in asummer day camp atmosphere.For more information, call (412) 787-9622.The popular Summer Playground program startson June 10 in North Fayette Township Park and CoachCornell’s Summer Baseball Camp is planned forthe week of June 28 . Basketball Camps are beingunder the tutelage of Tony Castelucci. The campsinclude Shooting Stars (grades 3 to 8), Little Dribblers( grades K to 2) and a 3 on 3 league for grades 4 to8. Call (412) 788-4888.The Early Learning Institute (TELI)Summer Camp for Preschoolers, offersdifferent weekly themes. Attend half (8:30 – 11a.m. or noon – 2:30 p.m.) or full days (8:30 a.m. –2:30 p.m.) Mondays through Fridays. Full-daycampers will bring their own lunches. Snacksprovided. Half day camp $75/week, Full day camp$150/week. Call (412) 922-8322, ext. 20.Animal Friends Camps for kids and teens will be heldthis summer. Camps include Critter Camp for children inkindergarten and grade 1, Camp Animal Friends forstudents who have completed grades 2-4, and Pets PlusCamp for students who have completed grades 5 or 6.For the older students ages 13-17, come to Canine GoodManners Camp to learn how to teach shelter dogs thebasics of good behavior.For more information, call (412) 847-7000.KNOW ABOUT A SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMIN THE AIRPORT SUBURBS? LET USKNOW AND WE CAN POSTIT IN THE JULY ISSUES.E-Mail:alleghenywestmagazine@comcast.netJune 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 9

Tickets are on sale for the Center TheatrePlayers’ production of Cabaret, which will bepresented at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Friday, andSaturday, July 29, 30 and 31 in the auditorium ofthe Penn State Beaver Student Union Building.Cabaret is directed by Sandy Reigel, a music andtheatre instructor at Center Area High School withmore than 20 years of directing experience. Theshow, part of the Brodhead Cultural Center’s 34 thseason of free and low-cost summer programmingfor the public, is intended for mature audiences.Tickets are $14 for all ages and can bepurchased by calling the Brodhead Cultural CenterOffice at (724) 773-3610 or by sending e-mail torxm70@psu.edu.With a book by Joe Masteroff, music by JohnKander, and lyrics by Fred Ebb, Cabaret was a TonyAward-winning hit in 1966 and an Oscar-winningfilm in 1972 starring Liza Minelli. The play, set in1931 Berlin, revolves around the life of the Kit KatKlub’s singer, Sally Bowles, and her relationshipswith a young American writer.Visit the Brodhead Cultural Center atwww.beaver.psu.edu/brodhead.ATTENTION CAR LOVERS! Need something different to doon a Friday night? Come down to Clinton Park for the Ninth Annual FindlayTownship Car Cruise. This event sponsored by Findlay Township, ishosted by PITTSBURGH C.A.R.S. (classics, antiques, rods, &specialties). There will be food for sale, a 50/50 raffle, assortedvendors, door prizes, and music by DJ The Spikeman.The event will be held on Friday, June 25, 5 to 9 p.m., in ClintonPark, one mile west of Route 30 and Clinton Road intersection bythe Clinton Post Office. Dash plaques will be given out to the first 100 classic cars participating in the cruise.Botanic GardenTour This WeekMark the calendars for thisyear’s Garden Tour, scheduled forSunday, June 13. Gardens from across thecity, including locally in McKees Rocks, willbe showcased on the tour, which is openfrom 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more informationor tickets, call (412) 444-4464.Annual Flea’tique at McDonald Trail Station. July 31,9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spaces are $15. RSVP by July 9. Forms areavailable at First Commonwealth Bank, Heritage Library, andthe McDonald Trail Station, or call Alice Thomassy,(724) 926-4617.Deadline for the August IssueServing the West Allegheny areais July 15. This is theBack To School Issue!ENTER YOURFLOATFindlay Township “Fair in theWoodlands” August 19, 20 & 21Looking for local groups who may wantto enter a float in the annual parade tobe held on Saturday, August 21 at10:30 a.m. in Clinton. Contact Darlene at(724) 695 - 0500 x 246 if interested.The West Allegheny Class of 1975 will celebrate its 35th class reunion on Saturday, August 7 at Celebrations &More in Imperial. Any class members that have not received an invitation, please contact Vicky Hallum Faux at(724) 899-3005 for more information.Collier Township announces monthly Concerts-in-the-Park. The next one is Sunday, June 27, at 7 p.m. at WebbField, Maple Avenue, Rennerdale community. A 5K/10K Race, a fund raiser for the 501c3, Friends of Collier Parks &Recreation, and sanctioned by the Three Rivers Association of USA Track & Field, will be held June 12, Panhandle Trail,Walkers Mill at Noblestown Roads, starting at 9 a.m. E-mail: FriendsofCollierParks@yahoo.com for information.Family, individual, and senior pool passes for the Allegheny County Pools 2010 season may be purchased at theBoyce, North, Settler’s Cabin, and South park administration offices and pools.The fees for County pool passes are as follows: $110 for a family of four (two parents and two children or one parentand three children) and $15 for each additional family member; $60 for an individual; $30 for seniors 60 years of ageand older; and $20 to replace a lost or stolen pass. For additional information, call Settler’s Cabin Park at (412) 787-2750. Information is also available at www.alleghenycounty.us/parks/fees/poolpass.aspx.10 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

Findlay Township will hold two Computer and Appliance Recycling events this year. The first will be onSaturday, June 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Findlay Township Municipal Building parking lot, 1271 Route 30,Clinton. The Fall recycling day is scheduled for October 9. The following items will be accepted: central processingunits (CPU’s), laptop computers, keyboards, mouses, radio equipment, telephone equipment, desktop modelcopiers, scanners, cell phones, non-freon containing household appliances (washers, dryers, microwaves, etc.),lead-acid automobile batteries.The following items will be accepted with a nominal fee: computer monitors ( $5 each), and televisions ($1 perinch of screen size).The township is working in conjunction with JVS Environmental for this recycling effort. Businesses and schools arewelcome and encouraged to participate and take advantage of this recycling opportunity. JVS will extend homeownerdisposal rates for businesses that choose to participate in the event. JVS asks that businesses please pre-register bycalling (814) 442-4481 or the Findlay Township office at (724) 695-0500 so that larger volumes of electronicswaste may be accommodated. For those businesses not able to make it to the event, JVS also offers pick-upservices. JVS Environmental is a fully permitted electronics decommissioning and recycling company located inSouthwestern Pennsylvania that fosters a zero landfill policy regarding all items accepted. JVS protects privacy byoffering guaranteed data destruction services by physically destroying all digital media.The Pennsylvania Resources Council, Inc. and the Allegheny County Health Department are alsosponsoring Hard to Recycle Collection events this year. Locally, two events will be held at The Mall at Robinsonparking lot from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays, June 26 and October 16. For details, call (412) 488-7490, ext.2361 or visit the Web site at www.prc.org. On the site, a list of items being accepted is available, along with whichones require a nominal fee and which ones are free.Sweetwater Center of the Arts introduces its newest exhibition “Pittsburgh TattooWorks” with an opening reception on July 10, from 8 to 10:30 p.m. The show lastsuntil August 20 and features the artwork of Pittsburgh’s professional tattoo artists inmediums such as sketches, paintings, pen and ink drawings, and sculpture.Professional tattoo artists are encouraged to submit their artwork by Friday, June 11.The exhibition is juried by Don McDonald from Bodyworks Tattoo Studio. To learnmore about Bodyworks, visit: www.bodyworks-tattoo.com.Exhibition: Jululy y 10-August 20, 2010Receeception:Saturturdaday, Jululy y 10, 2010, 8:00-10:30 p.m.This is a freeevent ent at t Sweetweetwater ter Center for the Arts!The McDonald Trail Station is now open10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday throughOctober. The hall is available for rental for up to 80people. Visit the station’s history display to learn aboutthe history of the McDonald area in the Historical Halland visit the gift shop. Volunteers can also provideinformation concerning the Panhandle and MontourTrails plus other sites to be seen in WesternPennsylvania. The Trail Station is located at 160 SouthMcDonald Street in McDonald. For more information,call (724) 926-2861. To rent the McDonald TrailStation Meeting Room for parties and celebrations, calleither Alice Thomassy, (724) 926-4617 or RichMoreau, (724) 926-8808.The Oakdale Hose Company will hold its AnnualStreet Carnival starting Saturday, July 17 throughSaturday, July 24 in the heart of the Oakdale businessdistrict.McDonald Borough’s Summer Tennis Programbegins June 15, offering lessons for all ages - 6-18 yearolds, adults, and quick start tennis for five-year olds.The eight-week program is held at the Harry CollinsCourts in Heritage Park, McDonald on Tuesdays andThursdays through August 5.Registration forms are available at McDonaldPharmacy, Heritage Library in McDonald, and McDonaldBorough offices.For costs and details, contact Alice Thomassy,( 724) 926-4617.STAGE 62, a theatre performance group, announcesits upcoming performance of “City of Angels.” Theshows will be held at the Andrew Carnegie Free Libraryand Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie.The show is based on the book by Larry Gelbart, withmusic by Cy Coleman, and lyrics by David Zippel.Possibly the funniest musical comedy ever (written byLarry Gelbart of M*A*S*H fame) and winner of six Tonyawards and nine Drama Desk Awards, City of Angels isset in glamorous, seductive 1940s Hollywood.The fabulous score combines bebop jazz (a laManhattan Transfer) with big-band sweeping Broadwayshowstopper tunes.The show will be presented Thursday, Friday, andSaturday, July 22-24 and July 29-31 at 8 p.m., andSundays, July 25 and August 1 at 2 p.m.Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors andstudents. For information and reservations, visit the Website, http://www.stage62.org/cityofangels/ or call(412) 429-6262.The Second Annual Alex’s Lemonade Stand eventwill be held in Oakdale on Saturday, June 12 from 11 a.m.to 3 p.m. at 495 Highland Avenue. There will be games,prizes, face painting, a moon bounce, bake sale, andrefreshments, including, of course, lemonade. Proceedsbenefit the Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, establishedto help find a cure for childhood cancer. For moreinformation, visit www.alexslemonade.org.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 11

COME TO THEAll AmericanBurger Buffet!Kick off the start of theweek before IndependenceDay! Come to the All AmericanBurger Buffet on Saturturdaday, Juneune26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m..m.Hosted by the TechnologyCommittee of Valley Church,Imperial, stop by at 237 MainStreet, Imperial, and makeyour own hamburger with lotsof yummy trimmings - condiments,onions, relish,cheese, tomatoes, pickles,hot sauce, and more.There will be hotdogs, too,and chips, fruit, cookies, andlemonade.Each person attending willreceive a free ticket to thePittsburgh Zoo & Aquariumwhile supplies last. And,everyone will receive a miniatureflag to take home inpreparation for the upcomingIndependence Day holiday.All proceeds benefit thetechnology fund to improvethe church’s ministry programs.A free will donation will beaccepted at the door for theBurger Buffet.For information, call ValleyChurch at (724) 695-0300.A Baby Suppers Cooking Class for new parents (ormoms to be) will teach participants how to turn organicgarden fare and other provisions into nutritious servingsdesigned to please baby’s palate and nuture goodhealth. Quick and easy recipes will be demonstrated.The importance of establishing healthy eating habitsfrom baby’s first bites will be emphasized. The ultimatetestament to making home made baby food will be thetaste test, comparing “Baby Supper” to processedjarred food.The class will be held on Thursday, July 15, at theFindlay Township Activity Center, 310 Main Street,Imperial. Cost is $30 per person.The class is designed for preparing meals forbeginner eaters, (infant to 15 months) and is forparents or caregivers only.This event is coordinated through the FindlayTownship Recreation Department. For information, call(724) 695-0500.CONCERTS in thePARKFINDLAYOAKDALESEWICKLEYThe Annual Resurrection Lutheran Church(7600 Steubenville Pike, Oakdale) Yard and BakeSale will be held on Saturday, June 26 from 8 a.m. to2 p.m. Space will be available to sell items for adonation of $10 per space. Don’t miss the HersheyPark Raffle and Quilt Raffle. Tickets can be purchasedfor a package consisting of two nights at CandlewoodSuites and four adult tickets to Hershey Park or ahomemade quilt. Tickets for both raffles are $2 eachor 3 for $5. Free blood pressure screenings will beavailable. To reserve space call the church at (412)788-4513.Grace Lutheran Church, 1798 Brodhead Road,Crescent, will hold its Fourth Annual Car Cruise OnThe Hill on Saturday, July 17 from 1 to 6 p.m. (RainDate: July 24). DJ Grace & Rudy is providing music.Items for sale include meatball or hot sausagesandwiches, snacks, drinks, and various raffle tickets.Contact Deb Walenchok at (412) 708-6141, (724)457-7215, or send an e-mail to her at:debwalenchok@verizon.net for additional information.Come out for a day of fun, food, and fellowship whileadmiring cars from the 40s, 50s, and 60s.Residents can enjoy a variety of outdoor concerts around town this season.Findlay Township will once again offer its free Concerts in the Park this summer.Bring lawn chairs, and come out and enjoy great music at the amphitheatre in beautifulClinton Park, located off of SR 30 in Clinton. Refreshments will be served. Note thatthere are rain dates scheduled for each concert.TUESDAY, JUNE 22 - “KARDAZ” sponsored by Armstrong Telephone, 7 p.m. Kardazhas made a name for itself locally with Sports songs like “The Mighty Guins,” Penguinsfight song, and the theme song for the Washington Wild Things as well as being a topcover band in the area playing over 4,000 shows. RAINDATE : Thursday, June 24.TUESDAY, JUNE 29 - TBA Country Concert, 7 p.m., sponsored by Ed and TracyKosis (Sunrise Accounting and Fast Eddie’s Food-N-Fuel). RAINDATE: Wednesday, June30. Stop by Fast Eddie’s and receive a free VIP coupon for a Pig Roast sandwich anddrink redeemable at the concert!TUESDAY, JULY 6 - “CAHAL DUNNE” sponsored by Findlay Township. Cahal hailsfrom County Cork, Ireland and was the winner of Ireland’s National Song Contest with anoriginal song entitled “Happy Man.” Come and enjoy the magic of this composer, pianist,comedian, and storyteller. Check out his Web site, www.cahaldunne.com and see foryourself what you are in store for. Don’t miss this one! RAINDATE: Wednesday, July 7.Outdoor concerts also return to the gazebo area in downtown Oakdale. OnFRIDAY, JUNE 18, “The West Hills Symphonic Band” will perform at 7 p.m.. Underthe direction of Clem Rolin, the associate conductor of the 30-piece orchestra. Clem, asmany know, is the former director of “The Little Green Machine,” South Fayette HighSchool’s famous Marching Band.On three Friday nights this summer, visit Sewickley Village to enjoy the free outdoormusic series at the gazebo in Wolcott Park, on the corner of Broad and Beaver Streets. Incase of rain, the concerts will be held at Sweetwater Center for the Arts. Bring a chair orblanket for music performed by some of the area’s brightest musicians.FRIDAY, JUNE 18, “Verna’s Caribbean Vibes Steelband,” 6-8 p.m. A combinationof calypso, reggae, and American pop music.FRIDAY, JULY 16, “Jared Wilson and the Vibe,” 6-8 p.m. Jazz to make you feel good.FRIDAY, AUGUST 20, “Mon River Ramblers,” 6-8 p.m. A mix of traditional bluegrass,rag-time, folk, punk, and rock infused with tight pickin’.12 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

FARMERS MARKETThe farm stand inside the Father Ryan ArtsCenter in McKees Rocks will resume on Thursday, June10. Located at 420 Chartiers Avenue, the market willbe open on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. untilOctober 14. This is the second year for the indoor farmstand.Richard (Dick) O’Toole Jr., of Hampton Township, ispartnering with Kaelin Farms, Franklin Park, again thisyear to provide fresh fruits and vegetables for localresidents. He is executive director of the Dr. RichardO’Toole Pediatric Fund, a nonprofit organizationdedicated to healthier pregnancies and healthierchildren, achieved through educational and nutritionalinitiatives for women of childbearing years and theirpartners.HAPPENINGS AT WESTERN AREA YMCA .......Free Wellness Classes at the Western Area YMCA are available for Highmark members. A PersonalNutrition Counseling program empowers participants through one-on-one counseling sessions with aregistered dietician to sustain healthy lifestyle changes by assisting with setting goals, better food selection, andmeal planning. Highmark’s Drop 10 in 10 is a weight management program designed to help participants lose10 pounds or 10 percent of body weight through a balanced nutrition program. Call (412) 787-9622.A Special Blood Donor Event . . .An event unlike any other is taking place at Heinz Field this summer on June 13.For nearly 60 years, Central Blood Bank has been Pittsburgh’s regional blood center. Annually, more than200,000 units of blood are demanded by area hospitals for local patients in their care and only 155,000 of thoseunits are donated from local residents. The remaining units are dependant on imports from other blood centers.On June 13, local chapters of various religious communities are coming together to share the hallmarks of theirfaith and to put their faith into action through donating blood. The event, which begins at 2 p.m. at Heinz Field, willfeature special guest speakers including Sally Wiggin from WTAE, David Johnson from WPXI, and local faithleadership. In addition to the blood drive, which is being held in the East Club Lounge, live music, events andactivities for children, a food drive sponsored by the Community Food Bank, appearances by local sportscelebrities and team mascots, and behind the scenes tours of Heinz Field – to name a few, are scheduled.Reaching more than 1.2 million people covering 10 counties in southwestern Pennsylvania, this is among thelargest faith-based social awareness initiatives ever attempted.Another first will be attempted at the event— the first 3,000 guests will receive a World Blood Donor Day T-shirt, in recognition of June 14, World Blood Donor Day. All will be invited to wear the T-shirt and join in a recordattempt at forming and photographing the world’s largest ‘human blood drop.’TheAnnual Imperial Volunteer Fire Deparpartment Pararade ade will be held on Fridariday, June 11 starting ting aat t 7 p.m.at Agway y on Main Streetand proceeding to the Imperial Firehouseehouse. The he annual Street eet Fair will be held immediateltely y folloollowing the paradeade. Come out andsupport t the volunteerolunteers s in the Fire Deparpartment.NIGHT AT THE RACES - The IVFD will also be holding a Night at t the Races Fundraiser on Saturturdaday, June 19.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 13

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STORY AND PHOTOSBY PAT JENNETTEIt was a blustery Saturday inApril when community residentsgathered on the knob of the hillat the new Donaldson Park inNorth Fayette Township. Thegathering of local militaryveterans, Boy Scouts, localofficials, families, children, andspeakers stood tall against thewindy weather. There were thereto dedicate Liberty Groveadjacent to two of the park’s newsports fields heading up the hillfrom the park’s entrance offDonaldson Road.The event, coordinated by thevolunteer members of thecommmunity group, ACT, wasthe first of hopefully manymemorable occasions at the newtownship park. It dedicated tothe area’s military veterans treesrepresenting each branch of themilitary, as well as benchesengraved with the names oflocal veterans’ groups.Attendees were also invited towrite on a rock in memory of aloved one who served or isserving in the military, thenplace their rock at the base ofthat military branch’s tree.Attendees had the opportunityto get a sneak peak of thepark’s amenities, too.Although still a work inprogress, North FayetteTownship’s new facility alreadyhas two ballfields which are inuse this season. Paved roadsand parking lots are evident, asare concession stands andrestroom facilities.Work is almost complete onthe amphitheatre.Last month, the park’s lotswere already filled to capacityby families in attendance attheir children’s games.The park will make itsofficial debut to the communitywhen it becomes the newsite for the annual NorthFayette Community Daysevent. This year’s fair will beheld on August 6 and 7 (seeopposite page for details).Most recently, NorthFayette received a $150,000Community Infrastructureand Tourism Fund Grantfrom Allegheny County to usetoward the park.Township manager BobGrimm said the township willuse it to purchase parkamenities such as benches,trash cans, and items thatinclude volleyball, horseshoe,and soccer equipment.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 15

Community Chorus Sings for All as Part of McSummerfestLast year’s community chorus performed for the McDonald Volunteer Fire Department’s annual community fair on the Fourth of July. This year they will performat the McSummerfest on Monday, July 5 at Heritage Park, starting at 8 p.m. This group of local singers volunteers to come together annually to entertain thecrowd. Their music includes patriotic, Americana, oldies, country, and the Star-Spangled Banner. Bill McWreath, who coordinates the effort, said that the choruswelcomes anyone from the community who enjoys to sing to be part of the group. Sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses are all welcome. The group beganrehearsals in late May and will rehearse during the month of June in preparation for their July 5 performance.North Fayette EventsAnnounced for the SeasonHankey Farms PoolThe first of two D.A.R.E. sponsored Free Family swim nights is slated for Monday, July 12 at 7 p.m. Adult andSenior Citizen Swims and Lap swimming are being held Monday through Thursdays all summer from 7 to 8 pm.Summer Scuba Classes are set to start Wednesday, June 23 at 6:30 p.m. Senior Citizen Splash and water exercisetakes place at 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. Pool parties are available for booking on a first come, first servedbasis. During Community Days August 6 and 7, the pool will be open for free on Friday, August 6, when the WestAllegheny Aqua Club sponsors kid’s games. On July 17, “Chipmunks, the Squeakquel,” will be shown at the HankeyFarms Pool starting at 7 p.m. with a free family swim.Community DaysNorth Fayette’s Annual Community Days are scheduled for August 6 and 7 with a parade kicking things off onThursday night, August 5. Entertainment this year includes Kardaz, the West Hills Symphonic Orchestra, JoeGrushecky and the Houserockers, NoMad, the Dan Rusnik Band, and a soon to be announced headline band onSaturday night. Best Buy will sponsor the “Best Buy Challenge” where residents can challenge Best Buy employees’scores on a video game for prizes. The annual 5K race is scheduled for Saturday morning, August 7 for runners,walkers, and families.The Learning Center at North FayetteNorth Fayette Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for a new preschool program for 2, 3, and 4-yearoldsthat will begin in fall. The program will concentrate on preparing children for kindergarten readiness.For more information, costs, and to register for any of these programs, contact North Fayette Parks andRecreation at (412) 788-4888 or (724) 693-3118 or e-mail: rbrozovich@north-fayette.com.helping othersBingos offer more than just a way to win money. Theysupport the local fire departments which rely heavily onfunds raised from bingos in order to buy and maintainequipment, provide training for their volunteerdepartments, and maintain the fire facilities.Bingo at the Oakdale Hose Company in the OakdaleCommunity Center is the first Saturday of each month at7 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Call (724) 693-9408 forinformation. Sturgeon VFD holds bingo on Friday nightsat 6:30 p.m. for early bird and 7 p.m. for regular gamesin the Sturgeon Fire Hall. Call (724) 926-9149.The Sunset Riders Charity Poker Run is Saturday,June 19 and benefits Allegheny Valley School.Registration is at 10 a.m. at Zanotti Motor Company inButler.For more information, call Amy Harvilla, (412) 299-2229.Let us know about a project orevent that helps others.(724) 695-3968 or e-mail:alleghenywestmagazine@comcast.net16 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

Findlay OfferingBabysitting CourseFindlay Township Recreation Department will hosta Babysitting Course.Summer is a great time for making some extramoney babysitting and parents are always lookingfor responsible sitters. In this class, students learnbasic childcare, how to handle emergencies, andhow to keep themselves and the children in theircare safe. Each participant will receive a certificateupon completion of class. Make sure to wearcomfortable clothing; no dresses or skirts please.Also, bring a jacket, as the center is air-conditioned.This one-day program is for 11 to 13 year oldsand is sponsored by Children’s Hospital’s CommunityEducation Department. PRE-REGISTRATION IS AMUST. Register by calling Diana at Children’s Hospitalat (412) 692-8580 or by e-mailing her atdiana.szuch@chp.edu.The course will be held on Tuesday, July 6, from9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call (724) 695-0500 x 246. Thecourse will be held at the Findlay Township ActivityCenter, 310 Main Street, Imperial. Participantsshould bring their own lunch.Cost is $35, and is payable to Children’s Hospitalon the day of class. This class usually fills quickly, socall now to register.Bike Run to HonorSoldier’s MemoryOn February 19, 2007,19-year-old Army SpecialistMatthew Bowe was killed inthe line of duty whileserving in the U.S. Army inIraq. He was a graduate ofMoon Area High School.According to his mother,Lori Bowe, he had plans topursue studies through theArmy to become a pediatrician. Prior to leaving onhis tour of duty, Matthew performed and wrote hisown music, which served as his senior project atMoon.To honor his memory, a Bike Run will be held onSaturday, June 19 at Cheers Bar, 409 MulberryStreet, Coraopolis. Bikes and even those whochoose to ride in their vehicles can register atCheers at 11 a.m. The ride will kick off at 1 p.m.,then return to Cheers between 4 and 5 p.m. for thedinner. Tickets are $15 per person, or $25 percouple. Participants are also welcome to attend justthe dinner. Ticket prices are the same.Proceeds will benefit the Specialist Bowe MemorialFund. Lori said that the fund has been set upthrough First National Bank, 825 Beaver GradeRoad, Moon Township, PA 15108.She reflected on Matthew’s short life, rememberinghis years as a member of the Moon footballteam, and how he enjoyed creating music.According to Lori, Matthew is the only soldier fromthe Moon area in over 40 years to have died in theline of war duty.For more information, to donate to the event, orto help, call Lori at (724) 784-0514.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 17

Digital Scrapbooking Courses Can Help Organize Photo DilemmaThe scrapbooking industry has boomed over the past decade, with workshops and overnight events, stores dedicated to the craft around the nation, andentire sections of local craft stores dedicated to everything from paper and stickers to letterings, stampings, glitter, inks, punchout tools, and more.It isn’t surprising, then, that the art of preserving one’s photo memories would soon turn toward the digital age. After all, professional graphic designers havebeen creating documents --everything from flyers and brochures to newsletters and even this magazine -- from photos and text for years.So, what to do with all of those photos if you want a creative way to preserve them but would rather do it digitally versus the traditional scrapbooking venue?Read on for upcoming digital scrapbooking workshops being held in the neighborhood.DIGITAL SCRAPBOOKINGWhat is your digital dilemma?? So you have pictures everywhere..computer, camera,memory cards, CD’s?? Do you want an easy way to organize all these photos so you canenjoy them? If your answer is YES, then come for an evening of fun and learn how to toget your digital images out of your memory card, off of your computer, and into yourlife!!Three classes, listed below, will get digital scrapbookers started. Participants MUSTregister in advance for all classes by calling (724) 307-3333.GETTING STARARTEDTED WITH DIGITAL SCRAPBOOKING CLASSAttend this Storybook Creator Plus class to see how easy it is to use digital images tocreate Storybook digital photo albums from scratch or using pre-designed themes.Classes will be held Thursday, June 24 or September 16, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., FindlayTownship Activity Center, 310 Main Street, Imperial. Cost is $10 (receive $5 coupon forfuture software purchase).GET YOUR OUR DIGITAL PHOTOS OS ORGANIZEDWITH MEMORY Y MANAGER 3.0See Memory Manager 3.0 software - an easy way to organize, cross reference, andfine-tune all the photos trapped in your computer. Learn how to use digitalimages to create Storybook albums, wall prints, invitations, cards, calendars,mugs, and more.Classes will be held Thursdays, July 1 or September 23, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. atthe Findlay Township Activity Center, 310 Main Street, Imperial. Cost is $10(receive $5 coupon for future software purchases).ADVANCED ANCED STORORYBOOK CREATOR PLUSTECHNIQUES UES - Looking ahead to FallThis is a follow up to the Getting Started with Digital Class and will show howto use Storybook software’s advanced techniques. Use digital photos to createcustomized cards, invitations, newsletters, and more. A 2011 Calendar Projectwill be featured. Class will be held Thursday, November 11, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.,also at the Activity Center. Cost is also $10 (receive $5 coupon for futuresoftware purchase).St. Clair Hospital Presents Community Health Programs18 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

BUSINESS MILESTONES . . . . .Still Creating Magic After 25 YearsFor Rick and Bobbye Navickas, owners of FloralMagic in North Fayette, the art of creating magic withflowers all started when Rick worked for the formerChiodo’s Floral Shoppe in Chiodo Plaza onSteubenville Pike. He met Bobbye while working thereand, as they say, the rest is history.“The owner sold the business to someone else,”Rick recalls.Rick said that, back in the early 80s, the economywasn’t so good and he was finding it difficult to getanother job. Opening a shop was a logical choice.They started with a storefront, in the spot whereRita’s Italian Ice sits on the pike, opening in 1984.Business was good, and eventually they outgrew thespace. On their first wedding anniversary in 1987,they laugh when they remember that they moved theshop on that day across the street to an old redfarmhouse in front of Union Presbyterian Church.Rick said that they started with basic floral services,creating flower arrangements for local delivery andshipping orders around the country. Before long,however, they were doing special occasion floraldecorating, and then began office decor and holidaydecorating.Their son, Jake, helped with the business as it grewover the years. Rick said Jake was with them at theshop often from the time he was three months old.He’s in college now. Bobbye still has a picture hangingup of Jake when he was little in their old shop.They employ six others besides themselves to keepeverything running efficiently, handling the bookkeeping,and deliveries.Last year, they moved again, this time to the oldEvergood Donut building on Steubenville Pike inNorth Fayette Township.Rick said, “It made sense for us to move in thisdirection, because we had a growing client base fromthis area, plus, this building is on one floor with easyaccess for our customers.”He chuckled adding, “And we don’t have to go upand down steps to get to our refrigerators now!”Rick reflected on how the floral industry has changedover the years.“It’s tougher now because of the availability of thelarger stores offering plants and holiday flowers,” hepointed out.One thing that hasn’t changed in 25 years, both said,is their commitment to work with each and everycustomer.“Each customer’s need is personally attended to byeither myself or Bobbye. We take care of our customers,and we are grateful to all those customers who havebeen there for us over the years.”Floral Magic is located at 7227 Steubenville Pike.Call (412) 787-0380.Type in “AlleghenyWest Magazine” in the“search” box at the top ofthe Facebook page, andyou will find us.Become a fan so you canreceive updates ofinformation around thecommunity. We post eventsand news that we receive inbetween magazine issuesso you don’t miss anythinggoing on in your hometown.Share news about yourneighborhood or yourgroup, too! Become a fan!Start posting!Facebook is another waywe are connecting thecommunity with good,positive news about thepeople, places, and eventsthat make this region agreat place to live andwork.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 19

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NEW IN TOWNTotal Home RenovationsImperial area resident Charles Selinsky announces the launchof his new construction company, Total Home Renovations. Bornand raised in Imperial, Charles built his own home from theground up in the Clinton area nine years ago.Prior to starting his new company, Charles accumulated morethan 20 years of experience working for Wyndham Construction,Ryan Homes, and Mid-State Builders.He said, “My goal is to provide quality craftsmanship at anaffordable price, and keeping the work environment clean andsafe for both the homeowner and the workers.”Charles offers potential customers the opportunity to receive afree estimate. He has available photos of his work and can alsoprovide references.Among the projects Charles can provide are decks, additions,gamerooms, bathrooms, kitchens, roofs, ceramic and hardwoodfloors, electrical, and plumbing. He holds a license from the Stateof Pennsylvania.It’s Now Called“Pittsburgh Botanic Garden”To more clearly define the future botanic garden that will emerge onproperty adjacent to Settler’s Cabin Park in North Fayette and CollierTownships, the garden’s board of directors recently renamed the garden fromThe Botanic Garden of Western Pennsylvania to Pittsburgh Botanic Garden.Board member Nancy Mills said that one of the reasons for the namechange was to allow it to be identified more clearly in search engines onlineand to also give it the prominence it deserves as a major destination in thePittsburgh region.Pittsburgh Botanic Garden is a work in progress. Once complete, it will be amajor destination spot such as other gardens of its stature across the nation.For more information about its progress and activities, visit the Web site atwww.botanicgardenwpa.org.Take a Chance to Win a New CarFor more information, contact Charles at (724) 899-3726 or(412) 953-4743.WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED!We serve the airport area with three distinct community magazines,all mailed free into the homes across 14 area communities.To learn more about our publications, call 724.695.3968 orvisit our Web site at: www.alleghenywestmagazine.com.ABOVE: The student body of Holy Trinity School, located in RobinsonTownship, gathers around their exciting new fundraiser -- this 2010Sebring car. The winning ticket will be pulled on August 7 at HolyTrinity’s annual festival. To win this beautiful car, stop by the booth infront of the school to purchase a ticket or call (412) 722-6124. For moreinformation, visit the Web site, www.htscardrawing.com.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 21

NEW IN TOWNBob’s DinerBob Marshall announces the opening of his latest restaurant, Bob’sDiner, on West Allegheny Road in Imperial. This is the second Bob’sDiner location. The other one is in Kennedy Township near the GiantEagle.Bob notes, “I started the original Bobs in Noble Manor ShoppingCenter in Greentree, in 2000, sold it a few years later and re-opened theBellevue Restaurant as the Bellevue Diner, where I still own the buildingbut have leased the diner to a new operator.”Bob’s Diner features all-day breakfast, and is open seven days a week,7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The menu for breakfast and lunch is extensive. Amongthe breakfast offerings are the Pittsburgh-Style breakfast sandwich,Bob’s Famous Breakfast Sandwich, Bob’s Original Mixed Grill, Claire’sVeggie Bennie, Diner Omelet, Double Dad’s, and Bob’s ClassicOversized Pancakes. Check out the Mancini Raisin French Toast,Banana Stuffed French Toast, or the cookies n’ cream pancakes.Among the lunch offerings are Bob’s Big Fish Sandwich, GrilledCheese on Mancini, Reuben, Rachel, and the Buffalo Style FriedChicken Sandwich.There’s a menu for kids, salads, sides, burgers, and starters, anddesserts to top it off.Eat in or take out ... Bob’s Diner welcomes both. With the drive-throughcapacity at the new Imperial location, take out is easy.Become a fan of Bob’s Diner, too, by purchasing Bob’s T-shirts,sweatshirts, or coffee mugs.Anyone interested in employment opportunities is welcome to call Bob.He also welcomes inquiries from anyone interested in opening upanother Bob’s restaurant in the area.He said, “I plan to continue to grow the concept throughout the areaand hopefully franchise or license the concept to owner operators.”Bob’s Diner is a division of Bob’s Diner Enterprises, Inc.Contact him at (412) 922-2176.OVGH NewsYou would think that after surviving cancer, having a tooth extractedwould be as easy as a walk in the park. Yet people who undergo radiationtherapy of the head or neck are more likely to be at risk forosteoradionecrosis (ORN), delayed bone damage caused by radiationwhich is most commonly found in the mouth.“The extraction of teeth in a previously radiated jaw accounts fornearly nine out of 10 cases of trauma induced mandibular radionecrosis,”explains Dr. Robert Bartlett, senior medical advisor for National HealingCorporation, whose Wound Healing Centers around the nation treat thecondition. “It seems counterintuitive when cancer survivors gauge successin the passage of time, yet there is greater risk of ORN five years afterradiation versus one year later since the degenerative process isprogressing beneath the surface without any outward sign.”Pittsburgh’s Wound Healing Institute, a National Healing Corporationmanaged Wound Healing Center owned by Ohio Valley General Hospital,uses leading edge hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) to treat ORN. Unlikethe tedium of sitting in a dentist’s chair, patients watch movies duringtreatment while relaxing on a bed incased in a large see-through plasticshell as they are surrounded by 100 percent oxygen at higher-thannormalatmospheric pressure. The therapy enables oxygen molecules topass through the plasma to the tissue more easily and speed healing.“Microorganisms begin to impact the surface of irradiated bone in themouth,” Bartlett says. “This makes ORN a matter of wound healing ratherthan infection and these problematic wounds do not require the same typeof topical management.”Complications from ORN can result in intractable pain, difficulty openingthe mouth, bone fractures, nutritional deficiencies caused by difficultyeating, chronic wounds, and the loss of large areas of soft bone andtissue.The local experts at Pittsburgh’s Wound Healing Institute canrecommend a number of strategies for preventing, identifying, andtreating ORN.For more information about ORN and treating and preventing chronicwounds, contact Pittsburgh’s Wound Healing Institute at (412) 250-2600or visit www.ohiovalleyhospital.org.A/CTUNE-UPCALL FOR DETAILS22 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

BY WALTER SADAUSKASTattooing is a Medical ProcedureTattooing is a medical procedure. It is the injection of pigment intoone’s dermis to produce an ineffaceable mark. A fresh tattoo is an openwound; it opens the door to hazardous infections and life alteringdiseases. Receiving a tattoo at a contaminated tattoo parlor is similar togetting plastic surgery at a flea market; both are dangerous and foolish.It is important to understand the hygienic environment. As we areconsidered one of the most sterile tattoo and piercing studios in westernPennsylvania, Up in Arms is in constant contact with health professionalsto ensure that sterilization procedures surpass industry standards.Reputable tattoo parlors use artists and piercers that are certified inthe control of bloodborne pathogens and cross contamination. Reputableparlors such as Up in Arms have an in-house medical grade sterilizationfacility. Autoclaves are tested bi-weekly through an FDA approved testcenter. All non-invasive instruments are run through the autoclave withits own indicator strip. This is in addition to those provided on thesterilization pouches to ensure that proper steam saturation hasoccurred.Reputable parlors also make sure that every needle, whether forpiercing or tattooing, is a single use needle and is pre-sterilized orsterilized on site. And, all tattoo and piercing stations are disinfectedusing a hospital grade germicidal solution, Amphyll.The decision to get a tattoo should not be one made impulsively.And, the importance of a sterile environment cannot be emphasizedenough.Up in Arms invites anyone to come and take a tour of its sterilizationfacility or to view its biological monitoring results.At Up in Arms Tattoos and Piercings, the customer’s personal healthand safety is the top priority.Up in Arms Tattoos is located at 120 West Allegheny Road. For more information, contact them at (724) 695-1313or visit the Web site at www.upinarmstattoocomLearning Curves is provided as a service to advertisers of Allegheny West Magazine to share educational and/or informational knowledge with the readership. To inquire about LearningCurves, call (724) 695-3968.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 23

Young Dancers Take to the Stage andCome Away Winners at Access BroadwayThree West Allegheny elementary students ShaneTreloar (McKee), Natalie Sciulli (Donaldson), and ChloeKehm (McKee), who attend Broadway Dance Studio inRobinson Township, took top honors in the AccessBroadway talent competition and convention, featuringdance, acting and voice performances held April 16-18.Shane was part of a performing group that wasawarded platinum and first-place high-score trophiesfor a song and dance production to the music of “NewYork, New York.” He also received a platinum medal, afirst-place high-score trophy, the first-time debut awardof $100, and a first-place division trophy for the vocalballad solo “Ben.” Natalie won a high gold medal anda first-place trophy for the hip hop solo “Scream” and aplatinum medal and a first-place high-score trophy forthe tap solo “Go into Your Dance.” Chloe received aplatinum medal and a first-place high-score trophy forthe song and dance solo “All that Jazz,” a gold medalfor the contemporary solo “Delirium,” and the 2010Access Broadway Scholarship Audition Award.ABOVE: Shane Treloar, 9, of McDonald, center, gets smooches from Alina Sheyket and Gabriela Zucckero, both platinum first place awardwinners. Shane attends McKee Elementary School.24 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

Heritage Valley NewsA recent report by The Hospital & Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) estimates thatHeritage Valley Health System accounted for approximately $802 million in spending in the local economy.Heritage Valley spends $325 million directly for staffing, goods and services and aided in another $477million of secondary spending within the local economy.Heritage Valley Health System employs approximately 4,300 individuals locally and supports anadditional 3,300 jobs in the region and the state. The HAP report also explains how Pennsylvania’shospitals annually contribute more than $89 billion (direct and secondary) to the state’s economy.“Heritage Valley is focused on our mission – to improve the health and well-being of all people in thecommunities we serve. Yet, as we work to further our mission, the local economy benefits greatly,” saidNorm Mitry, president and CEO of Heritage Valley. “With most of our employees living in our service areaand a majority of our purchases of goods and services made in the region, Heritage Valley contributessignificantly to the area’s economy.”Carolyn F. Scanlan, president and CEO of HAP said, “Investments in Pennsylvania’s hospitals meaninvestments in our patients, our workforce, and our economy. As lawmakers craft state and federalbudgets, they need to ensure adequate payments for hospitals to keep a critical economic stimulatorstrong.”On May 12, Heritage Valley Beaver opened a new Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit to assist patients inrecovery from a stroke, hip fractures, major surgery, and other debilitating events. The unit offers tenspacious private rooms and on-site physical, occupational and speech therapy.“Our primary goal is to help patients and their families adjust to changes in their lives and to learn theskills that are necessary to resume their daily activities,” said Ed Heinle, M.D., medical director of theunit.Patient rehabilitation programs are planned by an interdisciplinary team of rehabilitation specialists,lead by a physiatrist, a physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Patients participatein three hours of therapy per day. The goal of treatment is discharge either to home or to an assistedliving facility.Heritage Valley also offers an 11-bed rehabilitation unit at its Sewickley campus. The rehabilitation unitat Heritage Valley Sewickley opened in 1985.Regional EMS Units Gather to ReinforceImportance of Using Local ServicesABOVE: Emergency service units from around the region gathered for this photo at PittsburghInternational Airport last month. The activity was coordinated to reinforce the importance of the manyemergency services available in the western Pennsylvania area.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 25

Hemorrhoids: The Real StoryAlthough we all hear occasional jokes about hemorrhoids, when it getspersonal, there is usually silence. This silence comes from a shame of anessential part of our bodies; it is a shame that goes back centuries.If nothing else, I hope this article will end that shame and allow all ofus relief from one of the oldest conditions reportedin medicine. Hemorrhoid problems have been welldocumentedin medicine for over 800 years, whenthe famous doctor and philosopher, Maimonides,first recommended treatments to diminish thesymptoms of hemorrhoids.What Maimonides did not know was thathemorrhoids are natural. Actually, until just a fewdecades ago, no one knew this fact. Yes, we are allborn with hemorrhoids. These hemorrhoids arenothing more than cushions of blood vessels andother tissues, including muscle, found just insideand outside the rectum. At birth, they are barelyvisible, but are, in fact, present. As we age,inevitably, hemorrhoids, especially the inner ones,increase in their size.What are the symptoms of hemorrhoids?Regarding internal hemorrhoids (those just inside therectum), the most common symptom is rectal bleeding. In fact, the mostcommon cause of rectal bleeding in adults is bleeding from internalhemorrhoids. It is usually bright red blood without blood clots, seenduring or immediately after a bowel movement. Other common problemsrelated to internal hemorrhoids involve a feeling of rectal pressure aswell as seepage of mucous or stool. This leakage leads to one of themost unbearable ano-rectal problems—anal burning and itching.External (outer) hemorrhoids may cause painful swelling, especiallyafter straining during a bowel movement or when lifting something heavy.Quite commonly, a blood vessel in a hemorrhoid just under the skin mayYes, we are all born withhemorrhoids. Thesehemorrhoids are nothingmore than cushions ofblood vessels and othertissues, includingmuscle...Brad Levinson, M.D., is a Board-Certified Colon and Rectal Surgeon in practice for 26 years with officesthroughout the Pittsburgh area. For an appointment, call (412) 777-4352.BY DR. BRAD LEVINSONrupture, causing a painful “lump” near the anus.There are many misconceptions regarding hemorrhoids. One has alreadybeen mentioned and corrected. They are present in all of us from birth.Secondly, hemorrhoids are not a disease, but a condition that will causeannoying or painful problems for the majority of us, if nottreated. Another point of confusion is that internalhemorrhoids, not only can rarely be seen from theoutside, but internal hemorrhoids are usually too softto feel when a doctor performs a digital rectal exam(feels with a finger inside the rectum). A physician,usually a specialist, must actually use a certain kindof small instrument to look just inside the rectum tosee the internal hemorrhoids.As for rectal bleeding, there are manymisconceptions. No one bleeds to death fromhemorrhoids. However, one or two drops of bloodhitting the toilet water will make the entire bowl turnred. For anyone this is really a frightening site. Thefirst thing a person thinks is: “I’ll bleed to death”—you won’t! The second thing, a few hours later, theybegin to think is: “I have cancer.” Although hemorrhoidsdo not become cancer, cancer is still a possibility, butfortunately unlikely. The vast majority of bright red rectalbleeding is from internal hemorrhoids, not rectal cancer.Nonetheless, above all, if anyone over the age of 40 has several episodes ofbright red rectal bleeding, they should have their entire colon looked at—acolonoscopy. Although a rectal or colon cancer may be unlikely, it can causebleeding, and it is too serious to overlook.By describing these foolish misconceptions regarding hemorrhoids, hopefullywe can all rid ourselves of the shame of the natural existence of hemorrhoidsand seek treatment as soon as they become a problem.Learning Curves is provided as a service to advertisers of Allegheny West Magazine to share educational and/or informational knowledge with the readership. To inquire about LearningCurves, call (724) 695-3968.26 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

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An Enduring FriendshipSTORY AND PHOTOSBY DICK GLOVIERMichele Wengryn is the mother of West Allegheny volleyballplayer Korin Wengryn and the godmother of wrestler and footballplayer Troy Reaghard.Theresa Reaghard is Troy’s mother and also Korin’s godmother.Over the years Troy, Korin, and their families haveremained close as the two gifted athletes brought hometrophies and medallions emblematic of their extremelysuccessful high school careers.Troy and Korin graduated this spring but left behind alegacy that is a testament to the magnificent 2009-10 falland winter sports seasons. In that seven-month span the Indianswon their fifth WPIAL football title and the volleyball teamrepeated as WPIAL champions. It was the 4 th appearance in fiveyears in the finals for the WA netters. Troy won his third WPIALregional championship.Both Korin and Troy were key players in the success of theirteams. Their relationship endured because of their respect for eachother’s talents in their chosen sports, according to Korin. Theyremain best friends even though they will go their separate ways incollege.“We had our little disagreements growing up but nothing thatever lasted. Seems like we have known each other forever. We werealways competing against each other in a friendly fashion. Iremember when we were like six or seven Troy got mad when hefound out I was several months older than him. Then he was reallytore up when I grew taller than him,” reminisced Korin with asmile. This April she signed a letter of intent to attend WestVirginia Wesleyan on a volleyball scholarship.Troy on the other hand displays an attitude of quiet unassumingself confidence, a demeanor that masks his mental toughness andan inner fire that surfaces in competition. He graduated as the onlyfour year letterman (wrestling) in any sport at West Allegheny thispast year.Troy was a three-time WPIAL regional champion, a four-timeMAC champion, three-time section champion, and two-timeAllegheny County champion. He was the PIAA runner-up at 160pounds this past season.Among the numerous gold medals he has for wrestling, Troyproudly displays a gold medal he won as a linebacker andfullback on the football team. A two-year starter, he was listedas 175 lbs. on the game program.“I moved from outside to the inside linebacker position mysenior year. I was actually undersized at that position. But whatwas really tough was the transition to wrestling. I had to makeweight and the training for football and wrestling are twodifferent things. There were seven of us who played football andalso wrestled so we all had to make the adjustment together andin a hurry,” said Troy.Adjust he did. He won at the Mac, the sectionals, the county,and the WPIAL’s. He capped his high school career with a 41-win season. And, he was selected to represent the WPIAL inthe 160-pound weight class in the Dapper Dan Classic.Korin, too, was considered undersized at her position. Highschool middle hitters are usually taller than 5’11."“Although she is not as tall as some of the girls that play themiddle we found out at an early age that Korin loved the gameand had this leaping ability. She could out jump the girls thatwere taller than her,” said her father, Steve Wengryn.Korin was in junior high when the Indians won a statechampionship in 2006 with Michele Walker playingthe middle. Walker is currently playing basketball atOhio State.“I learned a lot watching those guys and studyingtheir techniques,” said Korin, whose numbers this yearhad the college scouts doing the math in awe -- a killpercentage of .427 with 275K’s, 61 solo blocks, and 108assisted blocks for a total of 169 blocks.Despite playing the past two years with a torn shoulder, Korinwon the section MVP award, was first team All-WPIAL for thesecond time, first team on the PA Coaches Association team,and was named to the Coaches All-Tournament first team. Shehad the shoulder taken care of after the season.Korin starred academically as well. She was a member of theNational Honor Society with a 3.7 GPA.In keeping with their tradition of friendly competition Troywas also an honors student. He had a 4.2 GPA.From the many Division I colleges that showed an interest inhim, Troy narrowedhis choices down toa final four of Pitt,Maryland, WestVirginia, and PennState.ABOVE: Korin andTroy; RIGHT: Troyand his mother,Theresa Reaghard,and MicheleWengryn and herdaughter, Korin.28 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

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Community NewsmakersLEFT: Girl Scouts from Troop51159 organized thousands ofplastic eggs with candy for theNorth Fayette Easter Egg Hunt inApril, filling the eggs anddistributing them around the parkfor youngsters to find. This is thesecond year that the troopvolunteered for this project.Pictured are, front, Allison Koester,Ali Perry, and Victoria St. Claire;back, Alison Mroczkowski, LilyAndualem, Rachel Mroczkowski,Katrina Dudukovich, and EricaNorris.LEFT: North Fayette residentCatherine Roberts finished infirst place in the PittsburghDiocesan junior high track andfield championship.Catherinefinished number one in thelong jump for the second yearin a row. In the picture, top,she is seen in her winning 12'8" jump. Bottom picture,Catherine, on the left, wasalso a part of a second-place4/100 relay team.LEFT: Kieran King recently wasrecognized by the AmericanLegion at its 13th Annual YouthAchievement Dinner held at theSoldiers & Sailors MemorialHall in Oakland. Recognized atthe event were the region’sEagle Scouts, Junior ROTC,Girl Scout Gold Awardees, andvarious academic and athleticsawardees. Kieran is picturedwith Commander WilliamCrookshank, chairman of theYouth Achievement Dinner.LEFT: Alayna Stevens ofFindlay Township recently wona series of ribbons in her firsteverhorse riding competition.She participated in a series ofshows at Off the Rail Farm,where she started takinglessons last fall. Pictured on aneight-year-old quarter ponynamed Rain, Alayna won a totalof 6 blue ribbons (1st place), 2red ribbons (2nd place), 2yellow ribbons (3rd place), 1white ribbon (4th place), apurple honorable mention, andthe High Points trophy for herdivision.RIGHT: Former West Allegheny student Jeffrey Cupelliwas recently honored by the College Hockey MidAmerica as the Rookie of the Year, a first for any IndianaUniversity of Pennsylvania Crimson Hawk hockeyplayer. In 34 regular season games, Cupelli tallied 11goals and 21 assists for 34 points. In 14 CHMA games,Cupelli had 3 goals, 6 assists, for 9 points. Jeffrey is a2009 graduate of West Allegheny High School. He was amember of the West Allegheny High School hockeyteam for four years and was the captain of the team hissenior year. He is majoring in Criminology at IndianaUniversity of Pennsylvania.JEFF CUPELLIStudent’s Senior ProjectEvent Nets $1,600 for TC HouseLEFT: ChrisMcGough andTyler Palko;RIGHT: Someof the modelswho participatedin thecharity event.Caitlin Corcoran, a senior at West Allegheny High School, coordinated asuccessful Charity Fashion Show benefiting TC House. At the end of the show, shepresented a check to Tyler Palko and Chris McGough, the organization’s founders,with the amount of $1,500. After the show, her committee added the money theymade from the bake sale and TC House was given a total of $1,606.Abbey Braustein and Emeka Agubta worked the runway and were chosen as thewinners of “West Allegheny’s Next Top Model.” However, all of the models in theshow showed so much confidence and personality, said Caitlin.Mark Gonnella, a 2007 graduate of West Allegheny High School, was selectedto present a paper at the Society for Scientific Study of Religion Conference to beheld in Baltimore on October 29. The paper is titled, “The Human Predicament inJudaism and Buddhism.” He also represented Waynesburg University in March atthe North American Association for the Study of Religion which was held atWestminster College in Westminster, Pennsylvania. He was one of two studentschosen from Waynesburg University to present papers at this conference.On April 11, at Waynesburg University, at the 41st Annual Academic AwardsCeremony, Mark Gonnella was awarded an academic award for GPA of 3.5 or betterin the College of Psychology and the Lively Award in Psychology, which was votedon by his professors in the college. During the presentation, Dr. Jenny Jellisondescribed Mark as “an inquisitive student who keeps the professors on their toes.”Sarah Rizzutto, a 2006 graduate of West Allegheny, has been named aPresidential Scholar at California University for the second year in a row. She is asenior majoring in elementary education and has an overall GPA of 3.8. She hasbeen on the Dean’s list all four years of school. Sarah is the daughter of Dick andShari Rizzutto of North Fayette.Steve and Ann Sarachine, of Imperial, announce the graduation of theirdaughter, Miranda Sarachine, from the University of Pittsburgh School ofMedicine with the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Pharmacology.Miranda is a graduate of West Allegheny’s Class of 2000 and an alumni ofAllegheny College. She accepted a post doc position at Lawrence LivermoreNational Lab and is residing in Oakland, California.30 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

Foundation-Funded ProjectEnabled Local Veterans toRecord Stories of ServiceWest Allegheny High School students in Honors English 10 last fallselected a veteran, who served in World War II, the Korean War, or theVietnam War, as the subject of a biography writing assignment “Voices of ourVeterans.” The process began on Veteran’s Day in November 2009 and hascontinued throughout the school year. Students spent time interviewing theirvety, recording the conversations, and writing a biography on their veteran.Along with the biography, the students also included an “About the Author”section in which they described themselves and their approach to theproject.As the final component, the students hosted a “Voices of our Veterans”biography reception on Tuesday, May 25 in the high school cafeteria tohonor the individuals they wrote about. Students shared personal commentsabout their subjects or excerpts from their compositions before presentingthe honorees with a written copy of their biography.West Allegheny High School teacher Jessica Conforti coordinated theproject. Funding was provided by the West Allegheny Foundation.Do You Know Morse Code?Boy Scout Troop 248 is looking for someone who has experience ortraining with flag signaling and/or Morse Code. With 2010 being the100th anniversary of Scouting in America, they have brought back acouple of old merit badges the Scouts can earn for this year only. Anyonewith experience in signaling or knows signaling from a past militaryexperience is invited to share his or her skillsp. This would only be for theremainder of 2010. Volunteers are also welcome to be an instructor fortwo or three meetings to share these skills. Please contact Ron Parrish at(724) 693-9230 or Tom Taylor at (724) 693-0549.DEADLINE FOR THE AUGUSTISSUE SERVING WEST ALLEGHENY ISJULY 15. THIS IS THE BACK-TO-SCHOOLISSUE.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 31

News from Heritage Public LibraryNorth Fayette Chess TeamTakes First Place TrophyThe North Fayette Township “Chess For Kids” team won the 1st-placetrophy at the 2010 Pennsylvania State Game/29 Scholastic Tournamentheld at the University of Pittsburgh Student Union. Chess instructor andNorth Fayette Township resident Henry Doktorski, who coaches the team,said, “Our team competed against three other teams: State College,University of Pittsburgh, and Bethel Park, in a five-round United StatesChess Federation-rated tournament. After round four, North FayetteTownship was listed on the score board in last place with 9 points. Theleading team, State College, had 10.5 points.”Henry gave a pep talk to the team before round five and said if they wonmost of their games that round, then could perhaps win the second placetrophy. The team emerged as the first-place winner, and won three gamesto secure first place with 12 points, edging out the nearest contender byonly a half point.Henry added, “I congratulate our team members, all between the ages of9 and 12: Joshua Bennet, Isaac Bennet, Billy Robertson and Ko Prescott.”Team members also won trophies based on their individual performances.Joshua Bennet won the third place trophy in the entire scholastic division,(out of 23 players), and his brother, Isaac, won the first place trophy amongplayers rated under 600. Billy Robertson won the second place trophyamong unrated players.Bob Brozovich, director of the North Fayette Township Department ofParks and Recreations, which sponsors Doktorski’s “Chess For Kids”classes, said, “We are REALLY proud of our team. Our trophy will bedisplayed prominently in my office and I invite other youngsters to studychess with Henry and join our team.”“Chess For Kids” meets Mondays at 4:45 p.m. at the North FayetteTownship Community Center at 8042 Steubenville Pike in Imperial, adjacentto the Western Allegheny Community Library. For more information, contactHenry Doktorski at (724)693-8752, or henrydoktorski@gmail.com.Ko Prescott said, “It was a tough day, but I enjoyed the tournament. Iwas surprised and very happy to hear ‘North Fayette’ when they announcedfirst place.”Isaac Bennett said, “It was a new and exciting experience for me. Ihaven’t been in a tournament quite like that before and I really enjoyed it. Iwon a few and lost a few but all in all I had a really good tournament.”LIBRARY HOURS:Mondays: 4-8Tuesday, Wednesday,Thursday: 12-8Fridays: 10-2Saturday: 10-4PHONE:www.heritagewpublib.orgThe Heritage Public Library in McDonald isactively seeking board members.The library has on microfilm McDonaldhistory from the 1890s to 1982.EVENTS:Summer reading programs begin in July. Besure to stop in at the library and sign up.Class sizes are limited.A scrapbooking class will be held on Friday,June 25 from 6 to 10 p.m.On Tuesdays at 6 p.m., join the WeightWatchers group, which meets weekly.The title for the June book discussion groupis “Ragtime” by E.L. Doctorow. The book clubmeets on the second Tuesday of each monthat 1 p.m. All are welcome.The library participates in the ABITIBIRecycling Fundraising Program! Thatmeans that residents can bring theirrecycled paper to the bright green andyellow bin. The library gets theproceeds from the profit made, basedon the quantity of recycling collected.Call the library for more information.Like books? The library has acontinuous book sale, the perfect placeto find something good to read duringthose long summer days.The library has available fax services,a copy machine, and, for librarycardholders, access to the computersand Internet.“ReadingNourishes theMind andis Good forthe Soul.”32 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

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West Allegheny School DistrictSenior Awards/Honor Awards Ceremony Recognizes Student AchievementsChristmas Light Up Night Scholarship – Alexandra Melvin – $1000Air Force Academy – Kurtis Lutz – Presented by Colonel Robert CahalanScholastic Excellence Award – Kurtis LutzJonathan Geisler Scholarship – Jessica Crawford - $1000Scholar Athlete Award – Kasey Walls & Mike Karas – $2500Mary Moretti Scholarship – Kristina Tissue & Christine Marshall - $500Ryan Madonna Scholarship – Abby Hudak – $500W.A.E.A. Scholarships – Angela Devereaux & Jesse Crawford – $500W.A. Alumni Scholarship – Sarah Stasik – $500Frazee-Prevost Scholarship – Anthony Monaco, Ashley Woods & Sarah StasikCaplan Liebert Human Relations Award – Elizabeth KrivanU.S. Army Scholar Athlete – Male: Corey Cleric, Female: Mara McConnellLeaders of Tomorrow Award – Kurtis LutzDistinguished Athlete Award – Alyssa Horvath & Jacob KreutzmanScholastic Excellence Award – Zachary FellSemper Fidelis – Ron RadovitchMontour Valley Grange Scholarship – Sheila Zimmer, Aaron Krull & Alyssa HorvathJohn G. Rohm Scholarship - Kasey WallsFerry/Boeing Scholarship – David BowdenSandy Harris Science Scholarship – Alyssa Horvath – $300WA Foundation Scholarship – Kasey Walls & Ken Scott – $1,000Imperial Lion’s Club Scholarship – Glenne Thompson – $500Mark Stainbrook Memorial Technology Award – $500 - Kasey WallsSENIOR AWARDEES INACADEMIC DEPARTMENTSArt t – Anne PinsoneaultBand – Kururtis LutzBusiness/Computer:1. Corey y Cleric2. Michael KararasasChorus :1. Maggie gie Conoscuito2. Elizabeth Monks3. Timothy y JohnsonEnglish – Bradleadley y McBurneneyEngineering & Tecechnolohnology y - Eric StofanFamilamily y Consumer Science – Maggie gie ConoscuitoFororeign Language:Frencench h - Haley y CasuccioGerman – Ronald RadoadovicvichSpanish – Haley y CasuccioMath – Kennenny y ScottPhysical Education:Boys ys – 1. Daniel BruniuniGirls ls – 1. Angela ela DeverereauxeauxScience – Kururtis tis LutzVideo ideo Production – Kalen alen QuillenNOTE: Due to the delays and cancellations that extended the school year because of inclement winter weather, the senior graduate list was not readyto be released in time for this issue.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 39

West Allegheny School DistrictState FBLA Titleists AreFirst to Qualify for National CompetitionAt the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)State Leadership Conference in Hershey, Pennsylvaniain April, West Allegheny High School students AndrewMort and Jonathan Lazarowicz qualified for the FBLANational Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tennesseethis month. Both students finished as State Championswith Andrew taking a first place in desktop applicationprogramming and Jonathan, a first place in computergame and simulation programming. These are the firsttwo West Allegheny students ever to win FBLA statetitles.Other West Allegheny students who placed at thestate level were Elizabeth Krivan finishing fourth inclient services, Josi Sinagoga finishing fifth in publicspeaking, and the team of Brad Steward, MacGreenhouse, and Drew Honeychuck, finishing sixth innetwork design.Also representing West Allegheny High School at theState conference were Kristen Bianco, Enrico Bruschi,Caitlin Corcoran, Taylor Faix, Kayleigh Frech, KellieGervas, Logan Himich, Rob Petrick, Ashley Smith, andShannon Ye. These students were among the 3,800 outof 14,000 FBLA members across the state whoqualified for the competition in Hershey. FBLA facultyadvisors Dan Marshall and Pam Volakis coordinated thetrip with help from Jonathan Denk.Students Inducted intoNational Jr. Honor SocietyThe following students were inducted intothe West Allegheny Middle School chapter ofthe National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) onApril 30: eighth graders CourtneyBurggren, Kristen Faux, Jessica Fesenmyer,Jordan Gigliotti, Paige Giura, Paul Hughes,Mallory Krull, Hannah Lutz, Rio Maropis, Mirce Opacic, Will Page, andMike Ross; and seventh graders Kiera Acitelli, Brooke Bagnell, JennaBandi, Kristine Behme, Sarah Bodnar, Alexa Boni, Emily Bower, RachelBuck, Victoria Campbell, Katelyn Cierciello, Olivia Coghe, LaurenCosta, Katie Debiasio, Eric Evans, Matt Ferruzza, Jenny Forse, BrookeGregord, Madison Gregord, Kylie Hallam, Patrick Harmon, Danna Heh,Emily Hoge, Taylor James, McKenzie Johnsen, Justin Keast, CameronKehm, Emily Kiss, Andrew Koester, Sloane Kozyak, Dakota Lamb,Rachel Lawrence, Alec Londino, Amanda Markish, Taylor Newman,Sean Orsini, Alexis O’ Shea, Emily Quinn, Robert Rankin, GraceRosus, Tara Savisky, Tyler Scanlon, Tyler Sciulli, Sarah Scrupi, LizSible, Nicole Snatchko, Matt Starkman, Christian Stout, RyanTerabasso, Nick Venturini, Raven Wahl, David Waxter, Shawn Weiss,Kyle Williams, and Collin Wurst.This honor is reserved for seventh and eighth grade students whohave maintained at least a 3.5 grade point average during middleschool and who have demonstrated the qualities of leadership,service, character, and citizenship.40 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

Student’s Art Selected for National HonorsWest Allegheny High Schooljunior Walt Haim’s artworkentitled, “This space has beenintentionally left blank,” hasbeen selected for a NationalScholastic Art Award—TheCreativity and CitizenshipMedal—in the painting category.Only 15 entries out of 165,000pieces of art submitted this yearwere honored with this award.The Scholastic Art & WritingAwards competition is sponsoredby the National ConstitutionCenter and the Alliance forYoung Artists & Writers. Tocelebrate his accomplishment,the Alliance for Young Artists &Writers has invited Walt, three guests, and his art teacher, Susan Carretta, to the National Celebration inNew York City June 9-10. A special exhibition of National Creativity and Citizenship award-winning works willalso be on display at Scholastic Inc. from June 9 through June 25.ABOVE: West Allegheny High School junior Walt Haim won a National Scholastic Art Award—The Creativity and Citizenship Medal—for his painting entitled “This space has beenintentionally left blank.” Pictured with him is his art teacher Susan Carretta, who has beeninvited to accompany him to New York for the National Celebration.Teachers Recognized for TechnologyThree West Allegheny staff members have been recognized asKeystone Technology Integrators for their commitment to integratetechnology into their teaching strategies. Rather than focus on thetechnology itself, they look for new ways to empower student learningthrough technology. This year’s honoree, high school teacherColleen Barnes, joins past honorees - Donaldson teacher Leah Vestaland high school teacher Bill Hovanec. This year the KeystoneProgram will provide opportunities for these teachers to participatein the development of a virtual campus offering powerful e-learningtools, training, and support.Pageant Nets $500 for Food PantryThe West Allegheny Chapter of the National HonorSociety (NHS) raised $500 at a “Mr. West Allegheny”competition on April 23, to benefit the West AlleghenyFood Pantry. Seven male contestants, all WestAllegheny High School seniors, vied for the title invarious categories including talent performances andmodeling formal and casual wear. Corey Cavalovitchwas chosen as the winner and named Mr. WestAllegheny. Brian Crossley was selected as Mr.Congeniality. Senior members of the National HonorSociety Jenna Placha and Alexa Seybold coordinatedthe event.ABOVE: Top, Corey Cavalovitch; bottom, Brian Crossley.Fifth Grader Chosen forNational LeadershipProgramWilson Elementary fifth gradestudent Hannah Schultz has beennominated to attend the JuniorNational Young Leaders Conference inWashington, D.C. in June. Hannah wasnominated by Wilson fifth gradeteacher Tania Garofoli as one of aselect group of students with thescholastic merit, maturity, and strengthof character to represent WilsonElementary School at this uniqueleadership program for exceptionalfifth and sixth graders.www.westasd.orgJr. ROTC HonoreesMany West Allegheny High School studentsreceived awards at the 2010 Marine JROTCAwards Night on April 16. Among them wereKurtis Lutz (Outstanding Cadet andDaughters of the American RevolutionAward), Christopher Laprath (Honor GraduateAward and Scottish Rite Medal), MatthewBruni (American Legion Award for ScholasticExcellence), Anthony Sinagoga (AmericanLegion Award for Military Excellence), MarkThomson (Sons of the American RevolutionAward), Kathryn Drnach (Military Order of theWorld Wars Award), Tyler Vaughan (MilitaryOfficer’s Association of America Medal),Lauren Lescallette (Woman MarinesAssociation Ribbon), Elliot Ferrence andWilliam Shaw (Noncommissioned Officer’sAssociation Medal), Courtney Griffith (MilitaryOrder/Purple Heart Medal), Matthew Cook(Navy Youth League Medal), Royal Downs andBrad Fratangelo (Reserve Officer’sAssociation Medal), and Jared Detwiler andLogan Irvine (Veterans of Foreign WarsAward).Essay Winner RecognizedWest Allegheny Middle School seventh graderJaime Stanny and her family were honored for herwinning essay entitled, “What my Family Means toMe,” at the Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh’sFamily Life Dinner on May 28, at the GreaterPittsburgh Masonic Center. Essay contest winnersreceived a $50 Savings Bond. Middle SchoolEnglish teacher Anita Miller provided her studentswith information on the contest.BEST WISHESINRETIREMENT!The district extends best wishes for ahappy, healthy retirement to the following2010 retirees and acknowledges theirmany contributions to West Alleghenystudents during their years of service:Vincent Bianco, Carol Britton, SusanCarretta, Michelle Conley (November2010), Daniel Hanczar, Gregory Henry,Sandra Huling, Colleen Kinevey, MaryAlice Medlin, Karen Evans Meyers,Catherine Moore-Chiodo, Phyllis Reuss,and Deborah Scott.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 41

West Allegheny School DistrictWestern Story Sets Theme for LearningSecond grade students at Wilson Elementary School dressed in westerngear on April 8 for a variety of learning activities based on the bookAnthony Reynoso: Born to Rope. After reading the book, the studentscompleted a cowboy glyph (a pictorial form of data collection) byanswering questions about the story and practiced spelling by using thewords from the story in sentences. They also simulated reading storiesaround a campfire and exercised their creativity by designing “Wanted”posters and fashioning western vests. Second grade teachers Kim Eater,Angie Morrison, Danice Brinkley, and Kelly Britton taught the lessons.ABOVE: Wilson Elementary second graders Emily Ritchey, MaraCampbell, and Mitchell Campbell simulate reading books around acampfire on Western Day.OLSHStudents Complete DegreesCongratulations to the following Our Lady of the Sacred High Schoolseniors: Abigail Hamm and Sara Smith, who were named Co-Valedictoriansfor the OLSH Class of 2010; Caitlin Neary, senior, who won the BlessedAngela Award, which is given to a student who best exemplifies the virtuesof Mother Angela: service, witness and compassion.Alyssa Hall was awarded the Alison J. Michel Memorial Award for herdedication to service, being spirit filled, having a positive attitude, andexhibiting great character.Frank DeChellis and Janelle Turcios were awarded the St. Timothy Awardfor their exemplary leadership skills, service, spirituality, and involvementin their youth ministry programs, parishes and/or school.Penn State BeaverStudents Complete DegreesPenn State Beaver held its spring commencement on May 14. Forty-sevenstudents received master’s, baccalaureate, and associate degrees.Local students earning degrees: Michelle L. Paige, Coraopolis; Amy M.Wachter, Imperial; Anne M. Willette, Moon Township; Abraham W. Atallah,Imperial; Teri L. Hubley, Moon Township; Christine Cox, Moon Township; andSean J. Conner, Oakdale.Courses Offered to EducatorsPenn State Beaver Office of Continuing Education will offer two classesspecially targeted at educators and counselors. “Early Childhood Education”will be held 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, June 15 throughJuly 15, and “Counseling Youth at Risk” will be held 1 to 4:45 p.m. on thesame dates. Class locations will be announced.To register for the courses or for more information, contact BeaverContinuing Education at BeaverCE@psu.edu, call (724) 773-3700, or visitwww.beaver.psu.edu.Send a bit of “home” to someone you know! We Do Gift Certificates!Subscribe to Allegheny West Magazine!Subscription rates are just $12 per year for six issues!CALL: 724.695.3968 ore-mail: alleghenywestmagazine@comcast.net42 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

STORIES AND PHOTOS SUBMITTEDHonored forVOLUNTEERISMA volunteer firefighter, a Boy Scout leader, and a parent were each recognized for outstandingcommunity service in three separate events this spring. Sara Heinlein, Tom Taylor, andPam Perry received honors for the service they provide to the West Allegheny community, each intheir own special way.PAM PERRYAt the tenth annual Friends of Education Dinner, the Pennsylvania State EducationAssociation’s Western Region honored 10 contributors to public schools in their community.Debbie Turici, a teacher from the West Allegheny School District and a member of the PSEABoard of Directors, served as emcee. She stated that, “It’s a way to honor people from thecommunity who actively contribute to their public school system...The recipients are real heroes.Their stories are an inspiration.”Region Communications Co-chair Amber Jackson, a member of the Moon Area EducationAssociation, said, “To see and hear the stories of the recipients is the most inspirational part ofthe evening. Their support of public education is exemplary.”Pam Perry was named this year’s Friend of Education. Pam Perry has been an active andguiding force at Donaldson Elementary since it opened, supporting the students and staff inmany ways. Donaldson staff nominated her, noting her numerous areas of involvement:classroom volunteer, former PTA president and actively involved, co-coordinator ofDonaldson Discovers, working with the staff for Science and History Days, assisting withthe Talent Show and Art Fair as well as Track and Field Day and Fun in the Sun Day,encouraged start of the Battle of the Books program, and other school programs as asked.Her favorite program is Donaldson Discovers, an after-school effort to bring entities fromoutside the school to broaden the students’ awareness.Together with her husband, Mark, they have four children: Brent, 9th grade; Jocelyn, 8thgrade; Ali, 5th grade and Loren, 3rd grade. Pam said that she got started working with theschool district when her children started school.She said, “Prior to that, I was involved with our church. We attend Montours PresbyterianChurch. We are a very small congregation, so if you want some activity started, you have tobe willing to volunteer! I always got to work with VBS and teach Sunday School.”When her children started school at McKee, she enjoyed helping with holiday parties oranything else that the teachers may have needed. Eventually, she became PTA president atDonaldson.Reflecting back on things, Pam said, “I think that my love of education and learning iswhat kept my volunteerism going. I also saw that it was more than just about my own kids.I probably should have been a teacher. I still think about it; but I’d be a pretty old studentteacher!Pam also is on the board of the Western Allegheny Community Library. She is on thesession at her church and she has been a Girl Scout leader for, as she puts it, “14 lovelyyoung 5th graders. I love scouting so much that I became a Girl Scout coach to help othersbecome leaders. I also help to set up the Girl Scout troops in this area.”When not volunteering, Pam spends time gardening. She is a Beaver County MasterGardener, which also involves much volunteering. Last year she had to do 50 hours ofvolunteer gardening to maintain her master gardener status.Pam reflected on her many volunteer activities, which, she says, she is fortunate she can dowith the support of her husband.“What do I enjoy most about giving my time? I am not sure. All I know is that there arethings that I think are really important to our community and to our kids. I’m willing togive of my time to make sure that there are opportunities available. I like the saying, ‘Itdoesn’t matter how well you do in life, it matters how much good you do.’ That is my goal.To do good. To be of service.”ABOVE: Pam Perry receives the Friend ofEducation Award from West Allegheny teacherSandra Huling.WAEA FRIENDS OF EDUCATIONHONOREES 1991-20091991 – Mike Stewart - Parent Volunteer, MS RaccoonProgram1992 – Ron Prevost - Sr. Citizen Volunteer, 3 rd Gradeat McKee1993 – Findlay Township Police – DARE and Safetyprograms1994 – Martha Virant – WA School Board Member1995 – Pat Jennette – WA District CommunicationsCoordinator1996 – Stewart Morgan – retired WA music teacher,volunteer1997 – Ernie Leopold – parent volunteer, MSRaccoon Program1998 – Alice Soos – retired WA teacher, volunteer1999 – John Bates - North Fayette Police, DARE andSafety Programs2000 – Gaye Kline – parent volunteer, Science FairChair2001 – Joan Strawser – parent volunteer, High SchoolBand Parents2002 – Randy Toomey – WA Former Board ofDirectors2003 – Martha McGrogan – retired nurse volunteer2004 – Joey Fedyshyn -2 nd Grade Student(posthumously)2005 – Herman Thomas – WA Support Professional2006 – Carl DeCarlo – WA Board Member(posthumously)2007 – Paul DeBor – retired WA teacher, volunteer2008 – Carol Hendzel – retired WA teacher, volunteer2009 – Lyndy Stout – Wilson PTA PresidentJune 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 43

TOM TAYLORABOVE: Tom Taylor receivedthe Silver Beaver Award fromGreater Pittsburgh Council.SARA HEINLEINTo celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America and volunteer accomplishments, acouncil wide reception was held March 18 at Heinz Field. The celebration opened with a tailgatereception and the program feature was the presentation of the Silver Beaver Award.The Silver Beaver Award is the council-level distinguished service award of the Boy Scouts of America.Recipients of this award are registered adult leaders who have made an impact on the lives of youththrough service given to the council. The Silver Beaver is an award given to those who implement theScouting program and perform community service through hard work, self sacrifice, dedication, andmany years of service. It is given to those who do not actively seek it. The award has been given to onlyabout 1,000 scouters since it was first issued in 1932.Tom Taylor of Boy Scout Troop 248 was one of the 16 Greater Pittsburgh council recipients of the2010 Silver Beaver Award. Tom was an Eagle Scout in Troop 248 and has continued to be an activescouter as an adult. He has served as assistant scoutmaster, scoutmaster and committee chairman ofTroop 248 in the Frontier District. Tom has served as Exploring associate advisor and post advisor,Venturing crew advisor for Crews 235 and 258 and Order of the Arrow Dance team advisor.Tom has also received other awards from his scouting tenure including Scoutmaster of Merit, DistrictAward of Merit, Venture Crew advisor Award, E.Urner Goodman/Carroll Edison Founders’ award.He is also very active in many Native American Organizations including the Running Horse singersand dancers, Red Elk and Muddy Creek Singer. He also serves on the Clearfield and e-un-Da-ga-Pow-Wow Committees.Sara Heinlein, a volunteer firefighter with the North Fayette Volunteer FireDepartment, was one of two women honored this spring with the first Paul SciulloAward for Community Service from Duquesne University.The award, which will be given annually, is named in honor of Paul Sciullo II, a37-year-old policeman and alumnus of the Psychology Department at DuquesneUniversity who gave his life responding to a call as a member of the Pittsburgh PoliceDepartment.The award recognizes and celebrates community service performed by graduatingPsychology majors in diverse fields.Sara will graduate in December with a B.A. in Psychology.Sara received a plaque and was invited to address the graduating class on thechallenges and rewards of community service for learning and character development.Sara has served with the fire department for two years, and is involved in thedepartment’s special events such as Halloween patrol, Community Days, and thedepartment’s training activities.“The fire department was helpful to my family in a past emergency situation, andthat was the reason I decided to pay it back, by joining the department,” Saraexplains.She also volunteers with the Allegheny County Fire Marshal’s office.ABOVE: Sara Heinlein, second from right, with theparents of the late Paul Sciullo, left and right, and afamily member. Brittany Urso, the other awardee, issecond from left.44 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

Whether it’s a dog, a cat, a hamster, or a turtle, pets make our livesricher and more enjoyable (most of the time).In tribute to those furry, four-legged friends who are part of our lives,this section includes a heartwarming story by a local resident aboutanimals, some news about pet-related activities around town, a recap ofthe second annual McDonald McPet Parade, and some tips fromAnimal Friends.Numerous pet caregivers, groomers, and others who provide servicesfor our animals have also come forward to share their services. Pleaseread about them and think of them for your pet needs.Summer Tips for Pets . . .Summertime is a fun and energetic time for pets. The weather is warm, they can gooutdoors, we can run and walk and play with them, and there is more to explore.Remember that pets are animals and, with that, they have a keen sense of curiosity,smell, and taste.Watch for dangers that lurk right in the backyard or in the neighborhood for yourcurious pet.For example, make sure liquids such as antifreeze, certain mulches that containcocoa, and certain plants that have poisonous berries and seeds are not available toyour pet. Be careful, too, of lawn fertilizers, weed killers, and other yard products.Look for products that indicate they are veterinarian approved and safe for pets.Watch for your pet’s paws, too. Putting them outdoors places them in spots wherethey might get a thorn stuck in their paw, or burn their paw bottoms if they are onhot pavement too long. Check their paws when you bring them in for the night.When it comes to the outdoors, remember, too that, just as we get thirstier in thewarm weather, so do our pets. Make sure there is always water in the pet bowl. Petscan quickly become dehydrated, which can result in dangerous health consequences.Our pets cannot tell us when something is wrong, so making sure their environmentis safe, they have plenty of fluids, and they are protected from the heat are just someof the ways we can assure that our pets are safe yet happy when it comes time tomove their activity area to the outdoors.Pet EventsComing UpPup Nights at PNC Park have returned. This year’s remainingdates are June 15, July 20, August 17, and September 21. All gamesare on Tuesday nights at 7:05 p.m. Single game tickets are $20 andinclude admission for one pet owner with one dog. A portion of theproceeds benefits local animal shelters. Proof of vaccination must bepresented at entry. All tickets can be picked up at the pup nightregistration table on Federal Street, and all patrons with their pups willbe asked to sign a waiver before receiving a game ticket. Note thatPirate homeruns and victories are celebrated with a small fireworksdisplay. For more information, call (412) 787-5422 or send an e-mailto: jmkulik@prodigy.net.The Beaver County Humane Society is sponsoring a PetPhoto Contest. Judging will be on Saturday, July 24 at 7 p.m.The photos will be displayed at the Beaver Valley Mall from July22-24. Prizes will be awarded for various categories, including aPeople’s Choice Award.To enter, send a photo of your pet(s), and a $6 donation foreach photo to Beaver County Humane Society, P.O. Box 63,Monaca, PA 15061. For more information, call (724) 869-5101or (724) 775-5801. Entry deadline is July 24. Check out theonline Pet Photo contest at: www.360petphotocontest.com/46.A Pet Walk will be held on Sunday, September 26 at Brady’sRun Park, (Shelter #7-Near Lodge). The event begins at11 a.m. and concludes at 3 p.m.This activity is sponsored by the Beaver County HumaneSociety. There will be vendors, raffles, food, contests, prizesand, of course, the walk! Call (724) 775-5801 for moreinformation.RIGHT: Hershey, of Imperial.

Traveling with PetsTake ‘em or leave ‘em? Sometimes taking a pet on a vacation canbe an exhiliarating time for both the pet owner and the pet. Thereare no schedules to follow, something new for our pet to see andexplore, and time to simply enjoy our pet’s companionship.However, there are some things to keep in mind when traveling.First, make sure you bring your pet’s veterinarian records with you,and research in advance reliable pet hospitals and/or vets so youhave the information on hand should you need it quickly.Are your pet’s vaccinations up to date? It’s a good idea to havethem done before going away, particularly rabies shots. If you aretaking your pet abroad or by air, rabies vaccinations are required.It’s summer season. Fleas and ticks are out in force. A monthlydose of flea and tick medicine will avoid unpleasant surprises duringthe trip, such as fleas and ticks in your own environment.If you are traveling by car, make sure your pet is up for it. Somepets don’t fare well when in a moving vehicle. Check with yourveterinarian. He or she can prescribe travel sickness medicine to helpcalm jittered tummies.And, never, never leave a pet inside a car unattended, particularlyon a hot summer day. That can prove injurious to your pet.If you are thinking of taking your pet by bus or train, be sure tocheck. Many major lines, such as Amtrak and Greyhound, at lastcheck did not accept domestic pets for travel with their owners.Happy Trails!DID YOU KNOW?- In 2006, nearly half of pet owners, or 49.7%, considered their petsto be family members.- There are more than 72 million pet dogs in the U.S. and nearly 82million pet cats.- The average veterinary expenditure per household for all pets was$366 in 2006.According to the 2009-2010 American Pet Products Association National PetOwners Survey, basic annual expenses for dog and cat owners in dollars include:DogsCatsSurgical Vet Visits $532 $278Food $229 $203Kennel Boarding $273 $255Routine Vet $225 $203Groomer/Groom Aids $66 $22Vitamins $61 $28Food Treats $64 $37Toys $40 $1946 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

Enriching Our Lives: Bonding with Our PetsEveryone is busy. We run here and therewith the kids, the jobs, places to go andthings to see and do. As a result,oftentimes our pets spend more time alonethan we wish they would.What do you do when there is limitedtime, but you want to enjoy your pet?Here are a few strategies to help you makethe most of your pet bonding time:In the morning or evening, set aside justa few minutes to brush your cat or dog.Or, if your pet won’t sit still for that, just afew minutes petting him or her will makeeveryone feel better.After work, come home to your dog andgive yourselves both a chance to stretch.Visit a Dog ParkNot everyone has the resources in theneighborhood to allow their dog to runloose. Fortunately, there are a number ofdog parks that are open to the public.North and South Parks offer leash-free,enclosed parks.Or, visit the leash-free dog park inCrafton, just off the Thornburg Bridge(turn right at the pub and drive to the veryend) or the park in Sewickley HeightsBorough, near the borough building. Thisis a popular one, as there is plenty of roomto run, a stream for pets to splash in, and ameadow. There is a dog park in Brady’sPlay a game of catch or hide-and-seek, ortake a walk. Have a cat? They love thosefishing poles with the dangling feathers.Your cat loves to chase things, and it’s aneasy way to give him or her some muchneededexercise.We all know how massage helps us torelax. Did you know that pet massage isbecoming more and more popular? There isevidence to support how massage improvesyour pet’s health. They enjoy the experience,and it is relaxing for us, too.If you are simply tired from the day orwant to while away your spare timeoutdoors reading the paper or a book, bringyour furry friend with you. He or she willbe happy just to lay by your side.Run Park in Beaver County, or try the RotaryDog Park in Cranberry, a four-acre, fenced insite off Route 19 next to the CranberryCommunity Park.Try Fairview Park in South Fayette, offBoyce Road near I-79. Although not fenced,it is far from the road and there are also dogwalking trails.And, don’t forget to bring those plastic bagsto pick up and dispose of doggie droppings. Abottle of water and a small bowl will providesome refreshment after your dog leaps andplays!LicensingYourPet is aMUST!Every government entity requires that petsresiding in the care of an owner be registered.Why is that? It is important for a number ofreasons. First, licensing provides a cost-effectiveway to track your pet in case he or she getsloose and gets lost. Second, it assures thegeneral public that the licensed pet can betracked down should someone be injured by ananimal. As noted on the Allegheny County Website, annual dog licenses are valid from January1 through December 31 of each year.To purchase a current year dog license, visitthe Web site at www.alleghenycounty.us andlook for the link. The fees are nominal -- $4 to$8, and those who qualify as senior citizens orhaving disabilities get a discount.For more informationabout the whys of doglicensing inPennsylvania, visitwww.paonline.com orthe PennsylvaniaFederation of DogOwners.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 47

A Neighborhood Pet StoryLast June, our family had the opportunity to rescuethree horses and give them a new future. Two of thebabies were a year old and one of them had been bornthat summer. They were filthy, skinny, and unused tohuman contact. With the help of friends, we wereable to get them loaded into a trailer and to a halfwayhouse where they could be deloused, treated by thevet, and cleaned up. Although terrified of people,with quiet persistence, the humans began to win thewar. By the time we could trailer them home to jointhe rest of our herd, they had begun to lead, and evenseemed to enjoy the daily bathing and brushingsessions. They were christened with names and ourchildren took over the care of two of them. The otherone is just for me! Roscoe is the biggest of the three,and a rare color called grullo. He just turned two thismonth. Jasper is a black and white Paint, and thesmallest of the three. Our daughter, Emma, has takenover his care and will use him in 4-H this summer.And, Xena is the youngest of the group at just ayearling this summer. Our daughter, Rachel, hastaken over her care and will be using her for 4-H thisyear. She is a black and white Paint like Jasper.The most amazing thing about this whole story isthe power of love. These horses were neglected,underfed, and disregarded. They knew hunger, thirst,cold, and pain. And, yet, when offered the chance tobecome more than they were, they all seized theopportunity and bloomed from their efforts. All threeof the babies are now in great health, thanks to theefforts of our vet, our farrier, our family, and ourfriends. We look forward to so many more challengesand rewards with these three and have so blessed bytheir presence in our lives! Have a great year in 4-H,Rachel and Xena, and Emma and Jasper!SUBMITTED BYMICHELLE WILSON48 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

When Your Pet is Lost . . . .Your dog is lost. You are worried and clueless abouthow to get started to bring your lost dog home.Follow these tips to increase your chances of findingyour lost dog.1. Make sure that your dog is actually lost – Searchyour house and back yard completely first. Your dogmight just be too distracted by his newfound toy inthe yard.2. Search around your neighborhood. Most dogs don’tusually wander off far from their house.3. Use your voice – Call out his name when findingyour lost dog. It is a more useful searching tool thanyour eyes. Dogs can hear a lot better than we do andthe distance from which dogs can hear things is fourtimes further than man.4. Ask around during the search – Talk to people,especially people walking their dog, because they arethe group to be most concerned and take notice witha wandering dog.5. Alert your neighbors and people in yourneighborhood that your dog is missing. You can put upposters at eye level and in areas where peoplefrequent. You can also e-mail your friends to keep onthe “lookout” for your dog.6. Put up or distribute useful information. A posterwith a large “Lost Dog” and “Reward” heading mightbe most eye-catching. Also remember to include yourdog’s name, breed, color, distinct features (if any) andBELOW:Scraps and Frenchie.ways to contact you, such as your phone number.7. Call local shelters and pet related places within a100-mile radius of your house. Leave your contactnumber with them so that they can reach you ifyour dog turns up. Visit these places if possible topass them a poster of your lost dog so that it canreach out to more people.8. Post lost dog ads on the Internet - With the everincreasing use of the web, a lot of people havefound their pets through this avenue. You can startoff with FidoFinder.com and TerrificPets.com.Find more lost pet ads posting sites on the searchengine - Key in ‘find lost dog’ or ‘lost dog ads.’9. Beware of money scams. There are people whoare out to cheat you out of your money. Knowingthat you’re worried, it’s easy for these people totake advantage of you in many ways. Thinklogically and ask for advice if necessary before yougive someone money to return your dog.10. Don’t give up easily. Dogs have been known tofind their way back home after being lost forseveral months. Your dog might just be one ofthem!Before you lose your beloved dog, it’s good totake measures to ensure that YOU can be located ifyour lost dog is found. An ID dog tag wouldusually be the most efficient and important formof ID for your dog.(Reprinted from www.yourdoggietips.com)Our SponsorsAunt Penny’s Petsitting offers dog bite preventionprograms for school age children and scouts. This shortpresentation, with large photos and lots of activities,teaches children to understand the signs dogs send withtheir body language. To book a presentation for a school,YMCA, or scout group, call Aunt Penny’s Petsitting at(724) 515-7790. Free bite prevention information isavailable on the Web site, www.myauntpenny.com.Beth McHenry specializes in creating modern, soulfulauthentic works of art that you can’t help but share witheveryone. All sessions are done on location in andaround your home or a familiar park, wherever your pet ismost comfortable. A typical session will last 90 minutesand will provide you with a cohesive collection of 30-60images. We work in both color and black and white andhave a variety of high-end products ranging from canvasprints to custom coffee-table albums. Visit the website formore information. Book your session today! A limitednumber of clients accepted each month.Is your pet afraid of larger dogs? Are you looking fora calm more home-like environment for your petsvacation? Carousel Kennels features quiet,comfortable suites and personalized attention for petsunder 40 pounds. Suites have in-floor heat and airconditioningfor the perfect indoor temperatures,skylights, automatic watering systems, private patios,and 24-hour music. Bring their favorite toy - all dogshave multiple playtimes and walks per day - all includedin your price! Kennel tours are welcomed - please callfor an appointment, (724) 683-0794, or visit the Website at www.CarouselKennel.com.Kitty Litter Direct is a new venture started by FullLine Vending Company of Moon. As cat ownersourselves, we understand that there’s very little glamourin the world of cat litter. It’s a necessary product foryour cat! We understand the frustration of transportingcat litter. From our warehouse, to where you need it, wedeliver your litter FREE! We’ll deliver as much litter whereand when you need it. With 20 years in the vendingbusiness, our trucks, our established delivery routes,and our first-class delivery personnel are in place andready to serve you. Contact us at (412) 375-7936, orcall toll free at (877) 8-EZLITTER.Pet lovers are a breed by themselves, and our petsare a part of our families. The Painted Giraffe printsmany items with pictures of our customers’ pets, havingprinted pictures of prize winning animals at the fair,horses and alpacas on necklaces, tons of mousepads,and mugs with domestic pets on them. We even had ajob to do custom tiles with deceased dogs for a kitchenbacksplash from a customer way north of here who hadheard about us. We print in-house and have really quickturn times, and we print on over 150 household and giftitems. We work hard to earn your business! Call(724) 695-2333.BELOW: Heather,of North Fayette.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 49

Our SponsorsMeadow Ridge Kennels in Burgettstown offers fullservice boarding, training, and grooming in a quietcountry setting with large outdoor/indoor runs. Boardingservices also include nature walks and bathing. All dogsare welcome, any size, geriatric, or those with specialneeds. Meadow Ridge is open seven days a week plusholidays. Manager Kerri Wisniewski is a vet technicianwith 15 years of experience on site. Tours are availableby appointment. Call (724) 344-0521.Are you looking for just the right food for your dog orcat? Let the folks at Imperial Agway help you figureit out. Imperial Agway carries a full line of pet foodsfrom Natural and Holistic to economy lines. They canhelp you find a food that you will be happy with andyour pet will love, at a resonable price. Some of thelines even offer a frequent buyer program. If you wouldlike to try a food that isn’t in the store, many others areavailable via special order with free shipping to thestore. For more information, call us at (724) 695-7388, or visit the Web site at: www.ImperialAgway.com.Taylor Pet Loss Center in conveniently located justfive miles from the Bridgeville exit off I-79. We servepet families in their time of loss. As an extension ofColeman-Taylor Funeral Services, we use ourexperience in death care to help pet families when apet dies. We offer cremation and burial services as wellas urns and caskets. We have a well appointed room inwhich to say your final goodbye to your beloved pet. Wewelcome inquiries before the need arises, so you canbe educated on the many options that you have foryour pet. Contact us at (724) 745-9510.Joyce Jennette, owner of Joyce’s Groom n’ GoMobile Pet Salon, brings her fully contained doggrooming van to the customer’s driveway or door. In aone-on-one environment between groomer and pet, sheoffers complete grooming packages for dogs small,medium, and some large. Joyce also offers de-sheddingfor dogs using the Furminator process, and a uniquenew teeth cleaning program she just introduced thatcustomers can also use in their home to maintain theirpet’s dental health. Joyce has five years’ groomingexperience. To reach Joyce, call (412) 225-6404 or visither Web site at www.jjgroomngo.com. Joyce is a memberof the American Mobile Groomers Association.At Portraits of Animals, working from yourphotographs, your custom portrait can include one ormore pets and even family members in pastel, pencil,pen and ink, watercolor, or colored pencil. You don’tneed to have the perfect picture to get the pose youreally want because I create a composite portrait fromphotos and perhaps a meeting. Many portraits havebeen memorials to pets who are gone but will neverbe forgotten, others have been given as a specialpersonalized gift. Please visit www.bernadette-k.comto for more information and to browse my work.~Bernadette E. Kazmarski, artist and writer.LEFT: Rocky, ofNorth Fayette.Why Adopt a Shelter Pet?Experts agree: pets are good for us! Pets bring love and laughter into our lives,encourage us to exercise and play, and even help lower our blood pressure. Pets are goodfor families because they help kids learn about empathy and responsibility.But with so many places to adopt, rescue, or purchase a pet, the amount of researchinvolved can be overwhelming. Whether you’re looking for your first pet or are anexperienced pet owner, you should first consider the many benefits of adopting from ashelter.Animal Friends, located on Camp Horne Road in the North Hills, can help. AnimalFriends houses a minimum of 250 homeless pets every day. This population consists ofdogs, cats, puppies, kittens, and rabbits of various breeds, ages, sizes, temperaments, andbackgrounds.Why adopt from a shelter? Shelters offer pets of all ages and breeds. When familiessurrender pets to Animal Friends, they frequently cite reasons of allergies, an impendingmove, or other changes in the household. Their pets end up homeless through no faultof their own. And, 25% percent of the dogs who enter shelters are purebreds (But, savvyadopters know that mutts can have all the best traits of their favorite breeds!)Shelters can make the right match for your family. Whether your household bustleswith kids and busy parents, you’re settling into retirement, or you’re a singleprofessional, Animal Friends has the right pet for you. The Adoption Counselors knoweach pet’s experience and can recommend anything from a cat who has livedharmoniously with kids and dogs to a four-legged jogging partner.Shelter adoption is the best deal around. In additional to gaining a lifelongcompanion (which is simply priceless!), you have the added comfort of knowing thatmany of the initial expenses of pet ownership have already been covered. For example,Animal Friends absorbs a significant financial expense for every animal that comesthrough the doors. Every animal receives a veterinary exam, is spayed or neutered,vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed and is treated with a flea and tick preventive.When you adopt from Animal Friends, the shelter requests a donation of $75 for dogsand cats, $125 for puppies, $100 for kittens and $60 for rabbits. These donations,while appreciated, do not cover the cost of the animals’ care.Shelters offer a support system. When you adopt from a place like Animal Friends,you can always return with questions or to get advice. Animal Friends also offersbehavior training classes and pet-friendly social events.It’s the compassionate thing to do. An estimated 20,000 pets are euthanized inAllegheny County alone each year. The primary cause of euthanasia is petoverpopulation: too many unwanted animals and too few adoptive homes. When youadopt from Animal Friends, you open a cage for another pet who would otherwise nothave a chance–a hungry stray, an animal removed from a situation of cruelty or neglect,or one in the custody of an organization that may not be able to guarantee the pet’ssurvival. Any adopter will tell you that “recycled” pets are simply the best!Animal Friends is located at 562 Camp Horne Road and is open 7 days a week. Viewadoptable animals and learn more about the adoption process by visitingwww.ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org.About the Cover PhotographerSUBMITTED BY ANIMAL FRIENDSDave Knoer, owner of K-Kamera Photojournalistic Services, has garnerednumerous awards for his photography. His work includes events and weddings,crises, families and children. Dave uses his photographic expertise to workactively with the American Red Cross, where he is a fully certified volunteer anda member of the crisis response team. Dave has received numerous awards andhonors for his work, and has donated extensive volunteer service to dozens oflocal and state community organizations in Arizona. To learn more, visitwww.k-kamera.com.Pets Are Among Life’sMost Precious Treasures50 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

You are in loud room full of animals. Theyall look at you with longing in their eyes. A suddenmovement catches your eye. You see a dog that haskind round eyes and a wagging tail. After some simplepaperwork the friendly dog is yours to keep. This is anexperience you can have at your local pet shelter. Onesuch shelter is the Animal Friends shelter. AnimalsFriends was created in 1944, and originally was a dogsitting center. Over time it evolved into the ideal animalshelter, and has achieved national attention for someof its programs. They often go to schools in our areato talk about their shelter and the benefits of adoptingfrom them. Animal Friends is a special shelter becausethey never euthanize animals. They shelter dogs, cats,and rabbits. They also have a fair share of puppies,kittens, and bunnies. Animal Friends has unique roomsfor its pets. It’s not uncommon to see pets lounging inbeds or curled up on chairs. Animal Friends also has abrick walkway that lists the names of pets that havepassed away. The dogs go on walks four times a day tomake sure they stay in good shape. Each pet has hisown biography that explains his past, likes anddislikes, and why he would make a good pet. AnimalFriends depends on its volunteers. The volunteers areneeded to walk dogs, feed and care for pets, and tofoster the young animals at their homes until theyare ready to be up for adoption. You have to be atleast 13 years old to volunteer, and have to be atleast 18 to be able to do all the jobs.Eventually every pet gets sick, and when it doesyou can find help at your local veterinarian office.Moon Veterinarian Hospital is a local pet office inour area. They take care of everything fromsurgeries to administrating allergy medication. Dr.Marshal, a veterinarian at the Moon VeterinarianHospital, gave me a behind the scenes tour of thevet office. He showed me a routine visit as well asan x-ray and blood work. During my visit I learnedthe effort it takes to diagnose a problem and treatit effectively. Whether you are purchasing a pet ortaking him to a vet, know that there are caringpeople ready to help you make wise decisionsabout your furry friend.TOP: Red, a sweet dog at Animal Friends that is looking for a home.BOTTOM: One of the adorable cats at Animal Friends that is available foradoption.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 51

Our SponsorsPaws Here Awhile Pet Resort offers the mostcomprehensive enrichment program of any pet resortin the Pittsburgh area! Each 6’x8' vacation theme roomis air-conditioned/heated with TV & stereo, windows andmatted floors. Pets access their own private patio andpotty area all day. Stays include a complimentary onehour each day in the half-acre field and wooded playyard with access to the swimming pool. Dogs can playwith their friends or go out alone. The resort is knownas the top cat care facility in the Pittsburgh area. Thesmall, 18-family capacity facility insures personalizedattention. Owner Sue Krul also lives on site, so the petsare never left alone. For more information, call (724)573-5665.Portraits of Animals, Pets andWildlife…inspired by animals, nature and the littlemoments of everyday life. Under the supervision of mycats I create and sell original paintings as well as printsand merchandise created from those paintings, manythings handmade and unique. I work in my home studiopainting animals and nature and writing fiction andpoetry, and I also provide commercial print, web andlogo design and illustration as well as professionalphotography, professional writing and publicity. Pleasevisit www.bernadette-k.com to for more information andto browse my work. ~Bernadette E. Kazmarski, artistand writer.Dana Wilson, owner of Dirty Dawgs of Imperial, offersmobile pet grooming for area residents. She brings theconvenience of grooming customer’s pets to the comfortof their home rather than make costly trips to and fromthe grooming salon. Her services include grooming ofdogs and cats with cage-free drying, teethbrushing, andFurminator de-shedding. Dana has nine years ofgrooming experience. She offers flexible appointments,including evening and weekend appointments whenavailable.. For more information, visit her Website,www.dirtydawgsmobilesalon.com, or call her at(412) 913-7838.Located in the beautiful scenic hills of southwesternPennsylvania, on 57 acres of pasture and woodlands,The Equestrian Center at Clear View Stables offershorseback riding lessons in indoor and outdoor ridingarenas and trails. We have specialized programs for allages, and strive to excel — and bring out the very bestin both horse and rider. We have educationally-basedstables with 26 suites for the fun and love of horses asthe driving force. We welcome men and women of allages, including business professionals, who areinterested in horses and riding. See ad, right, for contactinformation.BELOW: Regis, of Oakdale. Regis was adoptedby his family from Animal Care & Welfare (seestory, right).Helping Animals Find HomesAnimal Care and Welfare was founded in1970 by Ed and Kay Blotzer for thepurpose of preventing cruelty to animals.Forty years later, this non-profit, charitableorganization is run by an all-volunteerboard and operated solely from donations.Sue Krul, vice-president of the organization,is owner of Paws Here Awhile PetResort in Burgettstown. An avid petadoption volunteer, her pet resort serves asa foster home for many ready-to-adoptpets. Sue adopts over 100 dogs and catsout each year. Every pet is flea bathed,nails cut, ears checked and cleaned. Dogsare heartworm tested, cats are Felv/FIVtested, then get micro-chipped. Frontline,shots, and worming are done before theyare introduced to their designated themedvacation room. The homeless pets arespayed and neutered, and receive theirrabies vaccination at the local veterinarian.They crate train all the dogs so the dogsare educated and know what to expectwhen arriving at their new homes.However, pet adoptions are not the onlyactivity of Animal Care and Welfare. Thisorganization hosts community serviceevents and fundraiser activities to supportits mission.Its major fundraiser, Animals Rock! willbe held on Saturday, September 25 atAmici’s Restaurant on Route 51 inPittsburgh. This past year, the organizationheld a Biscuit Bingo, Pictures with Santa,and a dress-up Zumba class.Reaching out to the community, theyhold rabies and micro-chip clinics, petadoption events, and raffles.In 2009, Animal Care and Welfareplaced 150 dogs, puppies, cats, andkittens. They also helped low-incomefamilies with 156 medical emergencies and539 spays andneuters. AnimalCare and Welfare,Inc. spent over$84,000 to helpanimals.Sue notes thatthe organizationalso accepts itemssuch as dogcollars and leashesand other dogand cat items.Animal loversand supporterscan join AnimalCare and Welfarefor a nominal fee.To learn more,visit the Web siteat www.animalcareandwelfare.org.52 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

Scenes from the McDonald McPet ParadePHOTOS BY PAT JENNETTEIt was a grand time at thesecond annual McDonaldMcPet Parade held lastmonth. Despite the cold,dreary, windy weather, petsand their owners came out towalk through the town, showoff some tricks, and paradewith their costumes for thecoveted trophies. There was aChinese auction with lots ofgift items to win, a vendortable with baked goods andother edibles, and vendordisplays that included Petco,Pet Portraits, and Joyce’sGroom n’ Go Mobile Pet Salon.Tom Rockwell, chairpersonof the McDonald Parks andRecreation Board, coordinatedthe event. Judges were AliceThomassy, Congressman TimMurphy, and Patty Phillips.All in all, it was a fun timefor the pets and their bestfriends.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 53

Get Around on the Shuttle Bus!RideACTA is a free on-demand shuttle serviceoperating in the Robinson/North Fayettecommercial area. RideACTA meets PortAuthority bus service at the IKEA bus stop andtakes riders to and from their work site within1.5 miles of IKEA. The service operatesMonday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 11:30p.m. Call 1-888-600-1100 to schedule a trip from work to the bus stop, orsimply tell the driver in the morning.Visit Ride ACTA for more information at www.rideacta.org.CCAC and ACTA Partner to ProvideFree Transportation for Students at West Hills CenterCommunity College of Allegheny County (CCAC) will partner with theAirport Corridor Transportation Association (ACTA) to provide freetransportation for students to the college’s West Hills center at 1000McKee Road, Oakdale.CCAC has entered into a partnership with ACTA to continue to meet thetransportation needs of students at West Hills center. Recent route changesby the Port Authority have reduced its frequency of service to the center.ACTA will provide a shuttle on demand from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. between thePort Authority bus stop at the IKEA store, Robinson Town Centre, and WestHills center, an approximately five-minute trip. The service is free tostudents, who can call ACTA at 1.888.600.1100 to schedule a pickup.Riders may also schedule service in advance.CCAC and ACTA have made a service arrangement through August,although CCAC plans to continue to offer transportation solutions into thefall term. Approximately 25 students currently use public transportation toattend classes at West Hills center.For more information about ACTA, call (412) 809-3505 or visitwww.rideacta.org.June Route Change Maps,Schedules Now OnlinePort Authority has updated its Web page with maps, schedules, and othertools related to the upcoming June 13 route changes.The updated site, available at PortAuthority.org, provides helpful tools forriders to determine if their bus route is changing and plan trips using thenew schedule information.Twenty-six bus routes will change on June 13. Other route changes willoccur in phases through the next couple of years.A printed brochure providing an overview of the June changes is currentlyavailable at Port Authority’s Downtown Service Center on Smithfield Streetand at major schedule rack locations. Printed schedules are available atDowntown schedule racks and locations across the county.Visitors to PortAuthority.org may sign up for e-mail alerts to receiveadvance notice of route changes and use an online form to ask questionsthrough the Customer Service department.For additional information, call Customer Service at (412) 442-2000 orthe TTY number, (412) 231-7007, or visit PortAuthority.org.Robinson Plaza Two, Route 60 & Park Manor DriveSuite 420, Pittsburgh PA 15205 (412) 809-3505, Fax:(412) 809-3509 www.acta-pgh.org54 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

DICKERSON TURNS PROWhen Pitt All-American tight end Dorin Dickerson was chosen in theseventh round of the NFL draft by the Houston Texans, he joined threeother former West Allegheny football players that will be in NFL preseasoncamps later this summer. All four were coached by Bob Palko in highschool and went on to have collegiate careers at Pitt. Quarterback TylerPalko (WA ‘02) is on the roster of the Kansas City Chiefs. Offensivelineman C.J. Davis (‘05) is with the Carolina Panthers, and kicker DaveBrytus (‘04) will be in camp with the Baltimore Ravens as a free agentinvitee.Dickerson was the first All-American tight end from the University ofPittsburgh to be drafted since Mike Ditka in 1960. He was not, however,the first Pitt tight end taken in this year’s draft. Nate Byham was selectedby San Francisco in the sixth round. It is a rare occasion when two listedtight ends from the same college are drafted in the same year.Dickerson was a finalist for the John Mackey Award, the NCAA’s mostoutstanding tight end award. His statistics at Pitt were eye-popping, buthis talent and versatility dictate that he will probably be utilized at anotherdesignated position in the pros.BROWNING IMPRESSIVE AT OPEN QUALIFIERIn the mist and fog on a rainy day in mid-May at Quicksilver Golf Club,the kid from Westbury hung with the best and had the veteran playerssinging his praise.West Allegheny’s 16-year-old sophomore Garrett Browning, who won thePIAA State Golf Championship last fall, was among the 77 golfers enteredin the U.S. Open Local Qualifier that was held at Quicksilver. Five of them,along with two alternates, advanced to the sectionals, the final stepleading up to the Open.Browning, playing on his high school home course, shot a one underpar 71 to finish in a three-way tie for seventh place, just two shots off thelead. He lost in a three-way play-off for the final alternate spot to 46-yearoldformer touring pro, Bob Friend.“The kid did a great job out there today,” said Friend, who in now a clubpro in Morgantown. Friend is the son of former pirate pitcher Bob Friend.Also in the play-off was Dave Brown, 49, an Upper St. Clair Country Clubmember. “It was interesting out there to see a 16-year-old doing so wellunder poor conditions on a championship course. For 16 he sure looksgood,” said Brown.Browning’s round consisted of four birdies, 12 pars, a bogey, and a rarefor him -- double bogey at the 173 yard par 3 11 th hole. Had he made paron the hole he would have shot 69 and tied for the lowest score andmoved on to the sectionals.DR. JEFF SALEK THEN AND NOWOn a Friday night in mid-December 1978, West Allegheny senior guardand co-captain Jeff Salek had 19 points to lead the Indian basketball teamto a 64-61 win over section rival Fort Cherry. Earlier that week he scored26 points against Chartiers-Houston. Jeff went on to play basketball atLaRoche and attended graduate school at Pitt.Fast forward to May 2010. Forty-nine-year-old Oakdale native Jeff Salek,a Doctor Of Bioorganic Chemistry with Braskem Chemical Corporation indowntown Pittsburgh, finished 74 th at the Dick’s Sporting Goods PittsburghMarathon. That’s up there among the elite runners when consideringthere were 4,011 runners listed as finishing the race.A relative newcomer to distance running, Jeff has participated in anumber of local, Pittsburgh area, and Ohio events over the past decade.He has run in every Pittsburgh Marathon that has been held since 1998.How does a Doctor of Bioorganic Chemistry and father of four -- Kaitlyn,Birthday Wishes . . .Dick Glovier, sports writer for AlleghenyWest Magazine, recently turned 80. Wewish him much success and happinessas he reaches this milestone!17; Zachery, 14; Madeline, 10; and Joshua, 7 -- manage to find the timeand energy required to train and run marathons? It’s a labor of love,according to his wife, Marianne.“Jeff just decided that he wanted to run in his late thirties and he hasbeen running ever since,” says Marianne.WA Youth Wrestlers Go Big!On March 25, eight WestAllegheny youth wrestlers traveledto Wilkes-Barre, for thePennsylvania Junior Olympics.Each wrestler had to place 1 st or2 nd in the qualifying tournament torepresent Area VII at the statelevel. Area VII is comprised of 43 different school districts in the Pittsburghregion. The qualifying wrestlers included Shea Beaumont, Danny Clements,Nate Hall, Joshua Bahr, Luke and Austin McConaghy, Rocky and Ty McGearyeach representing part of Area VII, also known as “The Black and Gold.”There were a total of 11 areas represented throughout the state. Of theeight wrestlers, four medaled in the tournament. Ty McGeary placed fifth;Joshua Bahr, sixth; Nate Hall, seventh; and Rocky McGeary, eighth. All fourmedalists automatically qualified to wrestle at the national level.On April 17, Rocky, Josh, and Ty traveled to Battle Creek, Michigan tocompete and be a part of Team Pennsylvania at the Kellogg Arena. The 2010NUWAY National Championships included wrestlers from Georgia, Indiana,Illinois, New Jersey, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, South Carolina, andPennsylvania. All three youth wrestlers placed and officially became “AllAmerican Wrestlers.” Ty placed 2 nd , Rocky placed 3 rd , and Joshua placed 7 th .June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 55

Tomatoes in Your GardenTomatoes are one of the most popular garden vegetables.There are two main varieties of tomatoes, determinate andindeterminate. Determinate tomatoes are bushier varietiesthat grow up to 3’ long, are usually earlier producers(approximately 60 days to maturity), have optional pruningcare, and are more sensitive to transplant shock.Indeterminate tomatoes have sprawling vines that reachfrom 6’–20’ long, are later producers (approximately 80days to maturity), and require pruning. (Pruning consists ofthe weekly removal of suckers [nonflowering stems thatgrow between the main stem and the leaf axis, on lowerparts of the plant]).Tomatoes are full sun plants that love the heat (soiltemperatures between 70–85 F) so be sure to plant them ina sunny area that is protected from the wind and keep themwarm at night because if temperatures dip below 55F it willnegatively impact the plants ability to produce fruits for theentire season. Requiring a pH range between 5.8–7.0, theseplants are heavy feeders so once they are established and theyflower, side-dress them with compost. When the fruit appears,feed them every 2–3 weeks with manure tea, liquid seaweed,and/or other fish products. Deep water at 1" per week (more asweather warms).Tomato plants have fragile root systems that do not like to bedisturbed. Therefore, place steaks (5’-7’ high) into the ground(6"-8") before transplanting the tomato plants. To lessentransplant shock, plant on cloudy days. Dig a hole almost twiceas large as the seedling and cover the bottom of the hole withseveral inches of sifted compost mixed with bone meal thensprinkle one teaspoon of Epsom salts into hole to providemagnesium for the plant. Leave ample room (minimum 4 squarefeet) between plants and separate them from other nightshadeplants (peppers, potatoes, eggplant).To learn more about theNorth Fayette GardenClub, call (724) 693-8413.presented by theNorth Fayette Garden Club56 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

Hebron Hosts Once in a Lifetime Event: 200th AnniversaryThe pews fill quickly to capacity. There is standing room only. Thegorgeous flowers, contributed by Janoski’s Farm and Greenhouse, adornthe pulpit and radiate beauty throughout the sanctuary. Six ministersproceed down the center aisle. “Six ministers,” you ask? Yes, six. Fourare former Hebron Church ministers, including Dr. Mary Lee Talbot, Dr.Andrew Purves, Dr. James Cramer, and Rev. Jim Karcher. The Rev. Dr.Carol Divens Roth represents the Pittsburgh Presbytery. The sixthminister is Hebron’s current interim pastor, Rev. George L. Leitze. TheCall to Worship begins, then all 150+ voices of the congregationresound in praise and gladness in singing the hymn, “Majesty.” And, oh,what a majestic day it is! How often do you get to attend a 200 thanniversary celebration? Your answer is once in a lifetime.Sunday, April 25, 2010 began and ended as a magnificent day filledwith sunshine, the sounds of laughter of friends, and good wishes fromfriends not seen in a long time. The 200 th Anniversary Committeeplanned the day with great detail. Members, family, and friends weretreated to a memorable slide show featuring photos of Hebron eventsfrom long ago up to the present day. From 3 to 4 p.m. friends and familyenjoyed what was advertised as a “Spectacular Concert,” and those inPet and Human Hair Needed to Aid Gulf Oil Spill EffortsThe oil spill tragedy in the Gulf of Mexico has generated a numberof efforts by businesses and residents to try and lend a hand whereverpossible.One such effort is being coordinated by Pammie’s Hair Rock Cafe inImperial Plaza. Pam Brosovic and her stylist, Amy Albrecht, arereaching out to fellow hair salons and now to the pet industry and thepublic to donate shorn hair. Amy explained that it does not matterhow much or what type of hair; just bring it in bags to their hair salonduring operating hours (they are closed Sunday and Monday).Pammie’s Hair Rock will pay for all costs to package and ship the hairto Matter of Trust (www.MatterofTrust.org).All salons, groomers, wool and alpaca fleece farmers, hairyindividuals, and pet owners can sign up at Matter of Trust to donatehair, fur, fleece, feathers, nylons and funding to aid with the oil spill.Human hair, dog hair, and old nylons (stockings) are needed.For more information about the local effort, call Pammie’s HairRock at (724) 695-2828.STORY AND PHOTO SUBMITTEDattendance were not disappointed. The concert featured favorite “Old TimeReligion” selections by the Hebron church choir, voice and instrumental solosby guest artists, and special songs sung by Hebron’s children’s choir.In the end, those who spent the day enjoying all the festivities agreed,“Let’s do it again but let’s not wait another 200 years!” Indeed, the life of achurch family and its service to God and community should be celebratedmore than just “once in a lifetime.”Matter of Trust is collaborborating with thousands of salons throughout the US and abrbroad,that t donate their hair clippings to soak up oil spills. Last year over 2,600 oil spillsoccurred in the wororld.Thehey y wererenen’t t all are e high profofileile, but most had an impact on theenvirvironment.Phil McCrorory, a hair stylist fromAlabama,firirst discoverered ed how hair can help.He was shampooing an oily y head of hair while watctchingTV covererage e on the 1989 ExxonValdealdez z oil spill. He noticed the fur on the Alaskan otters s completely y soaked with oil and itjust occurred to him. “We e shampoo because hair collects oil.” He began testing how mucuchpetroleum oil he could collect with the hair clippings from the floor of his salon. Phil theninvented the hairmamat t whichich h is made from purchased hair in China and felted in China. Forthe last ten yearears s Matter of Trust has partnertnered ed with Phil and Ottimat t to creaeate a NorthAmerican Naturtural Fiber Rececycling System in order to rekindle the textile manufufacturingsector and make e the mats along with making the booms. The United States tes has over300,000 hair salons and each h cuts an avererage e of a pound of hair per day. Groomeroomersusually y cut three pounds per day! Donors s generenerouslously y pay y out of pocket for postage e tosend their swept up hair clippings for emergencency y spills to the wararehouseehouse, wherherevolunteerolunteers s make e “booms” by y stuffing hair, fur, wasteastewool,and like e materials into donatedrececycled nylons nand mesh. Matter of Trust does fundraising and outreaceach h for thisInternanational Naturtural Fiber Rececycling System through posters s in participaticipating ting salons andwith the help of the pressess.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 57

Rep. Mark Mustio is letting Pennsylvania consumers who are shopping for a competitive electric generationsupplier know that the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is offering a one-stop shop Web site forresidential, commercial, and industrial customers.The Web site includes information about electric shopping, what it is, how to shop, and which suppliers areavailable, as well as the PUC’s list of competing suppliers and the Office of Consumer Advocate’s Shopping Guidepricing information. A zip-code search feature is also available so consumers can see all suppliers and offersserving a given area.For a link to the Web site and further information about electric rate information, visit www.RepMustio.com.Rep. Mark Mustio would like to inform residents that applications for the state’s 2009 Property Tax RentRebate program are now available at www.RepMustio.com.Eligible participants can receive a rebate of up to $650 based on their rent or property taxes paid in 2009.The program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians who are 65 years or older, widows or widowers 50 years or older,and those 18 years or older with disabilities.Applications are due by June 30. For details and requirements, call (412) 262-3780.STATE SEN. JOHN PIPPY1009 Beaver Grade Road,Suite 210Moon Township, PA 15108(412) 262-2260www.senatorpippy.comjpippy@pasen.govSTATE REP. MARK MUSTIO1009 Beaver Grade Road,Suite 220Moon Township, PA 15108(412) 262-3780www.repmustio.comNON-PROFIT GROUPS! We offer a significant discount off of advertising rates(call for details). It’s one way we help you get your message out to the entire community affordably!CALL: 724.695.3968 or e-mail: alleghenywestmagazine@comcast.net.58 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

Coming Up . . .JUNE 10Leads to Success-Four Pointsby Sheraton,11:45 am - 1:30 pmCelebrating New Members & Member MilestonesWelcome New MembersSuzanne Venneri, Travel BrokerJ&W Airport TransportationStorage Mobility of PittsburghImperial ChiropracticPittsburgh MagazineLEFT: We congratulate theEducational Computer Systems,Inc. on their 20 year MilestoneAnniversary!FAR LEFT: We welcomePittsburgh Magazine to theChamber.BOTTOM LEFT: ChamberAmbassadors were on hand tocongratulate the SNPJ Headquartersin North Fayette for its 15-year Milestone Anniversary.BOTTOM RIGHT: ChamberAmbassadors welcome JoyceShaffer with Avon to theChamber as a new member.TEC Benefits Insurance ServicesLunovo Group Human ResourcesColonial Life-Rita YunkerC&R Food Group, Inc.Velocity IP Communications, Inc.Look for the Chamber on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedInJUNE 23Amalfi Coast InformationalMeeting, Chamber Office,5:30 - 7 pmTo Reach Us850 Beaver Grade Rd., Moon Twp., PA 15108Phone: (412) 264-6270Fax: (412) 264-1575Satellite Office:One Veteran’s Way, Carnegie PA 15106Phone: (412) 276-1414 x1326www.paacc.com E-Mail: info@paacc.comServing These AreasAliquippa, Ambridge, Carnegie, Clinton, Collier,Coraopolis, Crafton, Crescent, Edgeworth,Findlay, Glenfield, Greentree, Haysville,Heidelberg, Hopewell, Ingram, Kennedy,Leetsdale, McDonald, McKees Rocks, MoonTownship, Neville Island, North Fayette,Oakdale, Osborne, Pennsbury Village,Robinson, Rosslyn Farms, Sewickley, Stowe,and ThornburgChamber OfficersSEAN HENDERSON, ChairmanGLENN LYTLE, 1st Vice-ChairBERNADETTE PUZZUOLE, 2nd Vice-ChairJOHN DALEY, Vice-ChairRONALD PASIC, TreasurerDR. NEAL FANELLI, Immed. Past ChairmanChamber StaffSally y Haas-PresidentMichelle Kreutzeutzerer-VP, Business Dev. & Mktg.Tammammy y Lynn-ynn-BookkeepingCasey y Mahavenen-SpecialEvents Rep.Connie Ruhluhl-SpecialProjects CoordinatorStephanie Sheafferer-Communications Coord.Tai Shermanman-Educ.Services/Membership Rep.Jill Kipper-Special Projects AssistantJune 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 59

Findlay Township Newswww.findlay.pa.usConstruction will begin this summer at the Sun Ridge development off of Birch Street inImperial. The developer is Sean & Company and the builder will be Maronda.Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato, Chapman Properties, and Findlay Townshipofficials celebrated the groundbreaking of Chapman Commerce Center at Westport Roadin Findlay. The 302-acre, formerly strip-mined site will be developed into a 2.6-millionsquare-footmixed-use project with direct access to the Findlay Connector near PittsburghInternational Airport.Said Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato, “Following the Allegheny CountyComprehensive Plan, this site will be transformed into industrial, flex, office, andcommercial space, bringing an estimated 1,400 new jobs to our region.”Phase I of the development, to begin this summer, will open 40 acres of pad-readysites planned for Class A distribution and light manufacturing space with roads and utilityinfrastructure. The development includes a Pennsylvania Department of EnvironmentalProtection-endorsed sustainable stormwater management system.Construction of a 93,000-square-foot LEED-certified warehouse/light manufacturingbuilding is planned for 2011. Phase I infrastructure and site development work will befunded through a $2 million Commonwealth Redevelopment Assistance Capital Programgrant.PUBLIC PLANS DISPLAY ANNOUNCEMENTThe Allegheny County Department of Public Works will discuss thereplacement projects for three bridges over Montour Run:Steubenville-Pike Enlow Road (MT04), Cliff Mine Road (MT05) andScott Road (MT06). The bridges are scheduled for construction in2012. The Public Plans Display will be an open format. Date: July15, Time: 6 pm, Location: Findlay Township Activity Center, 310 MainStreet, Imperial, PA 15126. The facility is accessible to persons withdisabilities. Any questions, please contact Michael Dillon, AlleghenyCounty Bridge Eng. Asst. Manager, 412-350-5469 or Mark Pavlick,Project Manager HDR Engineering 412-497-6031.North Fayette Township NewsBy fall, the township hopes to unveil its new Web site. The municipality isworking with a company called Hyper Kiwi, located in Findlay Township toupdate the site. Once complete, residents will be able to pay sewer, trash, andreal estate bills, make reservations for picnic shelters, and purchase bulk tagstickers on line. They will also be able to access township codes on line.Said Manager Bob Grimm, “There will be a fresh look and hopefully the sitewill allow residents to better access their local government from home.”The many survey flags dotting the five points intersection in the heart ofImperial is the result of Penn DOT continuing its survey work on theintersection of Routes 22-30, West Allegheny Road, and Steubenville Pike.Although construction work is not expected to begin until next year, the surveywork is underway.PennDOT has notified the township that the bids for replacement of theTonidale Bridge that carries Montour Church Road over Route 22-30 will beopened in early July. It is anticipated that the construction will start in lateAugust. This project will prompt the closure of the bridge.Carl Yanek of the North Fayette Township Road Department retired on April30 after almost 26 years of service.60 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010RIGHT: A flagpolewas installedrecently at OakdaleBorough Park,purchased withfunds donated by theWest AlleghenyFoundation.www.oakdaleborough.comOakdale BoroughThe Oakdale Police Department has hired two more police officers. BrianDodd and Joshua Diven were approved at the March 4 council meeting, andhired on a part-time basis.Oakdale Borough reminds residents of its policy regarding the posting ofsigns on trees and telephone poles: It’s the time of year for garage sales,yard sales, and graduation parties. This is a reminder that once an event isover to please remove signs.Grass cutting season is upon us and it comes with the need for propertyowners to maintain the height of grass on their properties.As established by the borough the height of grass and weed growth is notto exceed ten inches. Please maintain a clean and well kept lawn; and don’tforget to trim the grass between the curb and sidewalk. Also; sweeping orblowing the grass clippings into the street is prohibited.The Code Official may handle the following items: vacant structures,vehicles not in running condition, parking of commercial vehicles, highgrass, weeds, hedges and other vegetation, storage of junk and debris onproperty. If you have any questions regarding this or other code requirements,contact William Missel at (724) 693-9740The Building Inspector handles the need for building permits, occupancypermits, swimming pool regulations, and regulations on accessory structuressuch as sheds. Questions pertaining to what you may need a permitfor can be directed to Toni Sessa at (724) 916-2245.www.north-fayette.comPHOTO BY JJ

Area Business News . . .A wide selection of freshly prepared, organic, wholesome meals has beenadded to the menu at the AIRMALL® at Pittsburgh International Airport(PIT). Nature’s Kitchen Fresh Café has opened a landside unit, the firstof three units that are becoming part of the concessions program. Nature’sKitchen Fresh Café features a full menu for airport visitors and passengers –wholesome dishes, freshly-made juices, salads, handcrafted sandwiches,wraps, soups, entrees, and desserts. The concept relies on only the verybest local produce and incorporates organic ingredients into its dishes.Barnes & Noble, Inc. has moved from its location at the Pointe at NorthFayette to Settler’s Ridge, Robinson Township. Concurrently, the existing storeclosed. The new Settler’s Ridge Barnes & Noble will be open from 9 a.m. to10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday.Army Signs Lease to ConstructNew Commissary in MoonThe U.S. Army has signed a lease for the Defense Commissary Agency toconstruct a new 43,000-square-foot commissary (military supermarket) and10,000-square-foot exchange (military department store) on county-ownedproperty adjacent to the McGarity Reserve Center in Moon Township.Construction on the facilities is slated to begin in fall 2011 with completionestimated in late 2012. The new commissary and exchange will be available toall active duty military personnel, fully retired veterans, and eligible dependents.Said County Executive Dan Onorato. “The new facilities will be convenientlylocated off of Business 376, giving military personnel, veterans and theirdependents from Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, and West Virginia access to allof the goods, services, and benefits they have earned and upon which theydepend.”The U.S. Army Office of Personnel & Readiness has agreed to keep the currentcommissary and exchange in Oakdale open until they can be relocated to thenew site in Moon Township. Approximately 170,000 people within a 100-mileradius of Oakdale rely upon the commissary and exchange located there. Thisincludes a mix of active duty military, reservists, retirees. and their dependents.The closure of the Oakdale facilities would have required those individuals toendure a 400-mile roundtrip to access the next closest commissary andexchange.Deadline for the August issue ofAllegheny West Magazineis July 15. This is theBack-To-School Issue.Contact: (724) 695-3968 orE-Mail:alleghenywestmagazine@comcast.netOffer Expires 9/30/10June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 61

Make a Splash @ W.A.C.L.’s Summer Reading ProgramsWater Babies— 12-24 months with a parent or caregiver (If you have a younger child, feelfree to give us a try!), Mondays, June 21-July 26, 10:30-11 a.m. Enjoy 30 minutes of songs,books, and rhymes guranteed to get you and your baby moving and grooving!StorytimeAhoy!— 2-4 years with a parent or caregiver, Mondays, June 21- July26, 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. Storytime Ahoy is a 45-minute program designed for children from 2-4years and their parent or caregiver. Children will enjoy fingerplays, stories, crafts, and fun!Make A Splash! — Ages 5 -1 st grade. Tuesdays, June 22-July 27, 1:30-2:30 p.m.Pre-K Kapers is an hour-long program designed to help preschoolers become better preparedto face the challenges and excitement of Kindergarten.Aloha! — All ages, Thursday, June 24, 1:30- 2:30 p.m. We’ve put away the wintercoats, slipped into our shorts and flip flops, and it’s time to limbo! Nothing could be coolerthen to learn a little hula....so join us at ourlibrary luau!WaterYou Making? — All ages,Wednesday, June 30 and August 4, 6:45-7:45 p.m. Kids of all ages (little ones with aparent or guardian) are invited to drop in fora crazy, crafty, wet, and wonderful creation!Water, water, everywhere...don’t put on yourSunday best...we might get wet and icky andwe’re sure to make a mess!Floaloat — All ages (Family program),Wednesday, July 14, 6:30-8 p.m. Grab thefamily for a little movie magic and family fun @the library. Come for the floats and stay for the flicks! (ice cream’s on us!) Bring your fav beanbag chair, comfy pillow or blanket and settle in for the evening!ARGGHH MATEY!TEY! — Preschool-2 nd Grade, Thursday, July 22, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Got pir-attitude?Then head to the library or we’ll make ye walk the plank, ye scurvy landlubbers! Shiver metimbers…put on your eye-patch, roll up yer pant legs and set sail for adventure!PRE-TEA-LICIOUS! — Ages 3 and up, Thursday, July 8, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Children ages 3 andup are invited to join us at the library for “teatime.” We’ll learn the do’s and don’ts ofetiquette, pause to pretty ourselves up, enjoy funny stories, and polish up our manners, as wetaste delectable teatime goodies! Wear your Sunday best; bring your favorite teacup andsaucer! A good time will be had by all!Splash-Tastic!astic! — Preschool-1 st grade, Thursdays, June 17, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., July 1, 1:30-2:30p.m., July 29, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., August 5, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; Splash-Tastic!astic! — 2nd-5 th grade,Thursdays, June 17, 1:30-2:30 p.m., July 1, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., July 29, 1:30-2:30 p.m., August 5,11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wacky, wild, and wonderful...it’s a soakingly, splash-tastic day at the library! Howmuch fun can we have in the sun? Slip and slide your way to a water-filled adventure! Don’t forget...dressto get wet!Creaeatitive WritingWororkshop— Tuesdays,11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., June 29-August 3. Doyou love to write? Then join us for these funsessions where you’ll not only learn thebasics of writing a great short story but willalso learn where and how to publish yourwork and how to spot a publishing scamfrom the real deal. Space is limited.Wednesdaednesday y Lunch h and a Movie— 11 a.m.-1 p.m., June 23, July 7, July 21, August 4.Pack a brown bag lunch and watch oceanthemedfilms every other Wednesday at thelibrary. Popcorn provided.Monday y Night Games - 3:30 - 5 p.m.: June 21,Challenge others to a game on the Wii; July 5, Joinfriends and family for a water-themed take on theclassic game show Family Feud; July 19, Spend theevening playing a live version of Battleship, theboard game; August 2, Follow the map throughoutthe library to find the hidden treasure in TreasureHunt.Wet & Wacacky Wednesdaednesdays— Grades 2-5, Wednesdays,June 23- July 28, 1:30-3 p.m. You never know what’sgoing to happen at the library...crazy concoctions,marvelous movies, swimmingly good stories, goofygames, and some wet and wacky fun! Don’t miss it!Make A Splash Pool Parartyty: Join us for our end ofsummer reading celebration at the Hankey Farms Pool!Check in the Children’s Department @ the W.A.C.L. fordetails!TEENS!Teen Summer Reading for grades 6-12, June 14-August 7. Register at the library or online and receive:a rubber duck AND a free book at registration. Watchfor special opportunities for your duck all summer long!Registrations received by June 19 will be enteredinto a special Registration Prize Drawing (An envelopewith CASH from $1-$5 for every five books read (up toyour first 25 books). Entries into the Weekly PrizeDrawing—a $10 Target card, Book Bucks to spend atthe End-of-the-Summer Online Auction, and an entryinto the WACL Grand Prize Drawing for each bookyou’ve read.WACL GRAND PRIZE: Each book you read all summer is an entryinto the WACL Grand Prize drawing! A $50 gift card to a local storeof your choice—Walmart, Target, the Mall at Robinson, Barnes &Noble, Best Buy, etc. It’s your choice!Fill out an evaluation form for an entry into the County-wideGrand Prize Drawing—a limo ride to and from Kennywood and 6all-day ride tickets!Summer reading is online as well as on paper!It’s never been easier to participate whether you’re at home oraway!Eclipse Release Celebrbrationtion — Wednesday, June30, 6-9 p.m. Celebrate the release of Eclipse withwacky trivia games, shrinky dink key chains, vampiretreats, and a movie.Mythbusterusters — Thursday, July 22, 6-8 p.m.Determine what is real and what is fiction withphotographs, urban legends, and popular myths.Beached-In Movie Night — Thursday, July 29, 6-10p.m. Bring a beach towel and spend the eveningrelaxing with two shark films. Popcorn provided.End-of-the-Summer Island Pararty— Friday, August14, 6-9 p.m. Enjoy island fun at the end-of-summercelebration. Play limbo, participate in the hula hoopcontest, eat tropical inspired food, and make a lei.M-Th 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat 9 a.m.-4 p.m.8042 Steubenville Pike, Oakdale PA 15071 (724) 695-8150www.westernalleghenylibrary.orgPlease register on the library’s Web site or at the library’s Circulation Desk, or bycalling for all programs62 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

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Senior Groups inthe CommunityOakdaleCommunity CenterContact: 724.693.8540FindlaySenior CitizensContact: 724.695.0500North FayetteSenior CitizensContact: 724.693.3118or 412.788.4888St. ColumbkilleSenior CitizensContact: 724.695.7325SUMMER SENIOR ACTIVITIESAROUND THE NEIGHBORHOODNorth Fayette Senior Citizens have two programsavailable to them this summer. On July 14, they will begoing on “Just Ducky Tours.”The Seniors will attend the Pirates vs. Cincinnatibaseball game on Wednesday, August 4 at 12:30 p.m. atPNC Park.For information about these events, call (412) 788-4888.The next movie of the month will be held in the NorthFayette Community Room for seniors on July 14. Showtimeis 10 a.m.LUNCH AROUND TOWNThe next North Fayette Senior CitizenLuncheon will be held on Thursday, April 22 atthe North Fayette Community Center starting at11 a.m. Cost for the luncheon is $2 for NorthFayette Township residents and $3 for nonresidents.Lunch at the Oakdale Community Center onSeminary Avenue is available weekdays forseniors age 60+. Call Paul at (724) 693-8540for information.FIT N’ FUN . . .Hankey Farms Pool, Adult and SeniorCitizens Swims and Lap Swimming are heldMondays through Thursdays, 7-8 p.m.Senior Citizen Splash and Water Exerciseclass is held Mondays through Fridays at11 a.m.Oral Cancer is on the RiseMost people are surprised to learn that each year one American diesevery hour from oral cancer, making this type of cancer deadlier thancervical, brain, ovary or skin cancer. In fact, recent statistics published bythe American Cancer Society estimates that while the incidence and deathrates for cancers overall have decreased, new cases of oral cancer anddeaths associated with oral cancer are increasing. However, oral canceris one of the most curable diseases when it’s caught early. Whenpremalignant lesions or early stage oral cancer is found, treatment issimpler, less invasive and more than 82% successful. *Early Detection of Oral Cancer Saves LivesViziLite Plus (trademark) is a proven screening technology that assistsin the early detection of oral abnormalities, including premalignantlesions and oral cancer. Early detection tools such as Pap smears, PSAtests and mammograms have greatly reduced death rates for cervical,prostate and breast cancers. ViziLite Plus improves the dentist’s abilityto identify, evaluate and monitor abnormal areas that are difficult to seeunder conventional lighting. By incorporating this simple, quick andpainless exam into their practices, dentists are our first line of defense infighting this deadly disease.”Many people die from oral cancer because it is not detected at anearly stage.”, says Dr. Robert Luther, Jr. of Oakdale.“The ViziLite Plus exam can potentially help save lives. And, it showspatients that their overall health is important to us and that dentists do somuch more than just check for cavities.”Oral Cancer Risk FactorsAge is the primary risk factor for all types of cancer, and 90% of oralcancer occurs in adults over age 40. However, all adults age 18 and olderare considered to be at risk. Alarmingly, over 25% of oral cancers occur inpeople who don’t smoke and have no other lifestyle risk factors.” **+Another reason for concern about oral cancer is the human papilloma virus(HPV). HPV is an extremely common sexually transmitted infection andespecially prevalent in young adults 14-24 years old. Few people evenknow they have it. HPV has long been known to cause cervical cancer andnow studies suggest it also plays a role in as many as 22% of oral cancercases.”****ACS Cancer Facts and Figures 2006**2006 SEER dataBY DR. ROBERT LUTHER***Herrero R et al., for the IARC Multicenter Oral Cancer Study Group.Human papillomavirus and oral cancer: the International Agency forResearch on Cancer multicenter study. J Natl Cancer Inst. 2003; 95(23):1772-83.+Lifestyle risk factors are defined as tobacco use, chronic alcohol use of atleast two ounces of alcohol three times per week, and HIV/HPVDr. Robert Luther is located in North Fayette Township. For more information, contact him at (412) 788-6300 orvisit his Web site, www.pittsburghlaserdentist.com.Learning Curves is provided as a service to advertisers of Allegheny West Magazine to share educational and/or informational knowledge with the readership. To inquire about LearningCurves, call (724) 695-3968.64 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

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BY PAT JENNETTEPHOTOS BY JJDirt Biker Tracking His Way to SuccessPatrick Cappetta has been featured in “American MotorCyclist” (May 2010 issue) and “The Racing Paper” (March/April2010 issue). The latter features Patrick’s name on its cover and afour-age article inside.What is so newsworthy that this young man from NorthFayette Township makes such national headlines?Patrick is the third generation of his family to compete in dirtbike riding.Known as #88 on the track (which the generations share astheir identifying number), Patrick started riding, said his dad, JeffCappetta, when he was six years old.“He went so fast on his bike, a Yamaha 50 cc, that we had toget him a faster bike, which was a Husqvarna SR 50 cc,” Jeffexplains.Being inspired by the sport of bike riding was a natural forPatrick. His grandfather, Bud Norton, of Oakdale, got the familyinvolved back in the 70s and 80s when he would take his son,Buddy, and Jeff’s brother, John, for bike rides. They were in theirearly teens then. Bud had a passion for all things sports. However,it was those rides with his sons that got him hooked on dirt bikeriding.He began riding for fun and soon became friends with a groupof guys who often talked about racing “enduros.” For thelayperson, the word “enduro” is an abbreviation for endurance.Enduro events are very long, requiring quite a bit of endurance tocomplete many miles.Bud was told that he was a good rider by the guys. Among thatgroup of guys was Bill Kain, a national enduro champion, andRon Bohn, who was the ISDT gold and national enduro championas well. The guys talked Bud into racing an enduro in Ohio. Bud’sdirk bike riding career continued, and he went on to compete inraces around the nation, becoming known as among the best dirtbike riders around.Patrick was inspired to pursue dirt bike riding because of theinfluence of his grandfather, and of his uncles, John Cappetta,#452, and Buddy Norton, #88. Both John and Buddy competed inriding, winning a lot of races at district and national events.Seeing family members riding their dirt bikes was part of Patrick’supbringing. He was around biking since he could remember. Hisgranddad, Bud, now 74 (and only retiring from riding five yearsago), would regale him with his many stories. It was this one thinghe said, though, which would impact on Patrick and his future as athird-generation rider, “The more seat time you have the better arider you will become.”Now a junior at West Allegheny High School, Patrick has givenup all of his other sports activities, which included football, karate,and golf, to pursue his passion for dirt bike riding.In just four short years, Patrick ridden much of the circuit,literally.In 2008 he competed in 34 races in four series. He also competedin flat track and motocross. Last year he surpassed his riding recordby competing in 37 races and three series as well as flat track andmotocross.Patrick was honored to be asked last year as a guest rider at theLoretta Lynn race. He also went to Las Vegas last summer whereHusqvarna unveiled their 2010 bikes to more than 300 dealers.Patrick’s name was mentioned at the event by Scot Harden,ABOVE: The number “88” holds specialmeaning among the members of this dirt bikingfamily. Jeff Cappetta explains, “It wasn’t untilour brothers introduced my wife and me in1989; her name was Patty Norton and herfather’s name is Bud Norton, Sr. They lived inthe suburbs of Whitehall at 88 Skyvue Driveand I lived in Robinson Township at 88 FawnvueDrive. The addresses of our homes were #88,and is the same number used by my father-inlawand brother-in-law and now by my son.”RIGHT: Bud Norton, Sr., a 40-year dirt bikerider, now retired, with his grandson, PatrickCappetta, with their bikes in front of Patrick’stravel trailer.66 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

ABOVE: Not a racerhimself, Jeff Cappetta is afan and works tirelesslybehind the scenes for hisson’s racing career.national sales and marketing manager in charge of theHusqvarna racing team. He is also a recent hall of famer to theAmerican Motorcyclist Association.All of this success has come within just four short years sincePatrick officially began competing.His future surely looks bright. His goal is to make become apro and make the Husqvarna team. His future goals alsoinclude attending Duquesne University and becoming a sportsagent.Patrick trains with such professionals as New Zealand racerPaul Whibley and Shane Watts from Australia. In February, hetrained in South Carolina with Jason Raines to get ready forthe 2010 GNCC series, where he will be riding a newHusqvarna TXC250, which,Patrick emphasizes is geneouslybeing sponsored by Upstate Cycleof Greenville, South Carolina,owned by Gerald Jones.He also trains at West AlleghenyHigh School daily in a physicalconditioning class as well as athome. Patrick understands theimportance of being in goodphysical shape for his sport.Touted as “off-road up-andcomer”Patrick Cappetta by “TheRacing Paper,” he won the CompetitionRiders of America HareScrambles Series for 2009, theAmerican Woods Racing Series,and the CRA Flat Track Series.Patrick placed second in the CRAMotocross Series.Behind the scenes of all this energyis Patrick’s dad, Jeff, who does muchof the legwork. He drives the trailerto Patrick’s events, organizes his races,does maintenance on the bike whenneeded, and, in general, keeps thebusiness of this third generation offamily racers running.Patrick said he is fortunate to havethe support of his family and somany within the sport. He said BobTracy’s has helped with his accessories,too, and RaceDayPix has helpedwith enhancing Patrick’s resumeusing their photo montage capabilities.Because of his emergingprominence in the field, Patrick hasABOVE: Patrick’s name wasfeatured on the cover, with afour-page article and photospread inside, in the March/April 2010 issue of thenational publication, “TheRacing Paper.”been fortunate to get a discount on many of the products he needsfrom a variety of manufacturers.As one can imagine, the sport is not cheap, what with the bike, thetrailer, maintenance, travel to and from events, outfitting, and more.So, any savings helps.Despite all the fame that Patrick’s riding skills have brought to himin such a short amount of time, he still maintains excellent grades inschool and enjoys being a regular 16-year-old.Success has a way of either making or breaking someone. ForPatrick, he is shining in the limelight, a normal guy with a passionfor riding fast who enjoys the simple pleasures of family and friendsand just doing what a 16-year-old does naturally.As for his granddad, he’s so proud of his grandson, now a thirdgenerationrider, who continues the family tradition of riding.June 2010 Allegheny West Magazine 67

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PERSONALPerspectiveTo love and be loved is the greatest happiness of existence.unknownByErma DoddNorth Fayette Township residentPatti says, “I love County.” She isreferring to her new career, a CorrectionalOfficer, C.O., at the Allegheny CountyJail.After 14 years, Patti’s driving job withDHL no longer existed. After stages ofemotions, uncertainty, and anxiety, timecame for change.Change came with 12 weeks of C. O.training at the prison. There wasclassroom study, defense, rigid physicaltraining, sit-ups, push-ups, running 32flights of stairs, jogging. It provedchallenging. Patti, at age 49, took trainingseriously and listened to classmates halfher age train and complain.Mission accomplished. She became aC. O. Christmas week of 2009.No longer just Patti, she becomes aconnection to the outside world, becomingalso a mother figure to the youngerinmates, to some like the bartender wholistens.Everyone wants to tell his or her story.There are 2700 stories at County. Storieschange daily as about 18 to 35 “tenants”come and go. Patti’s pod may have 109inmates, men or women.One good father, with a good heart, tellshis story.“My daughter is obese. She did not wantto go to school. The other kids made funof her.”He refused to make her go. Thus, he wasfined over and over. He could not afford topay the fines, so he spent 18 days in jail.Population of women is 300. Theirpods are D, E, and F. E pod is the HOPEpod - Helping Open People’s Eyes. Everywoman wants to be in E pod. First sheapplies. The chaplain must approve her.Christian-based women’s groups cometo the jail. Whoever started this oneprogram has touched many hearts. Ajailed mother may choose a storybook andread the book to her child, her voicebeing recorded. Patti walked into theroom and heard the emotions one momwas experiencing, her voice cracking. Themom stopped. After gaining control, shebegan to read again through her tears.The storybook and a CD of mom’svoice is then delivered to her child.Needless to say, many emotions are on thereceiving end, too.“The smell of my little girl’s hair,” iswhat one mother tells Patti she “missesmore than anything.”Patti asked, “What do you look forwardto most when being released?” The answerexpected was, “a big juicy steak.” Theanswer she got was, “cuddle up withfamily” and “sleep in my own bed.”“The tough babes are not so toughwhen they don’t have their guns andknives.”Prayer happens a lot in jail. Often anolder inmate may announce, “Anyone forprayer?”A circle of about 30 men will form;arms extend around shoulders to left andright, heads bow. Their prayers begin.“My job is not to judge. I am notwearing their shoes,” Patti says.Patti hopes to bring some happiness andpeace to their world. If you know Patti,she brings humor, too.Card games are often a pastime. All of asudden a big, angry inmate stands up,pounds his fist down on the table andyells, “You’re cheating!” Patti’s job is tocalm the incident.Laughing, she asks, “Where do youthink you are? You are in jail. These areprofessional con men, professional liars.”His fellow inmates broke into laughter,too. His response, “Point taken.”Patti believes, “What you give, youreceive.” One inmate walks by, gives Pattitwo fingers (index and middle). Then hisfingers go to his heart, signaling; peace inhis heart to her heart.“I could not think of myself anywhereelse. I’ve never been afraid. I drive towork smiling,” Patti says.Erma Dodd has launched a Web site,www.ermasjournals.com. Soon readers will be able tofind Erma’s articles on the site. Look for it.CORRECTION: In the last article published in the April2010 issue, the name of the young man should readTyler Lord.70 Allegheny West Magazine June 2010

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