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FREECOPY!

Ringgold High School

to Perform ‘Tarzan’

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West Newton Woman’s Club Sponsors Wine Tasting Fundraiser

The Woman’s Club of West Newton is sponsoring a wine and hors d’oeuvrestasting on Saturday, March 22 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the West Newton LionsClubhouse at 507 Pittsburgh St. The tasting will feature wines from the ChristianKlay Winery of Chalkhill, PA and assorted homemade hors d’oeuvres. The wineswill also be available for purchase. The donation request is $20/person. Fortickets or additional information, please contact Debbie at 724-872-7937 or Terriat 724-872-4175 or any WN Woman’s Club member.

The proceeds from this event will benefit WN Woman’s Club charities.

The Victory Hill Civic and SocialCenter’s Ladies Auxiliary graciouslydonated 30 handmade fleecescarves for cancer patients atMonongahela Valley Hospital’sCharles L. and Rose SweeneyMelenyzer Pavilion and RegionalCancer Center.

The ladies traditionally makeeither hats or scarves each year forMVH patients to help provide themwith some comfort during the coldwinter months.

“Love really adds to the recipe ofhealing and these are truly a giftfrom the heart,” said AuxiliaryPresident Connie Russell, a retirednurse who has worked with cancerpatients. “We hope they get a meas-ure of warmth and comfort fromthese.”

She added that cancer hasimpacted each of the auxiliary members’ families, so the scarf project is very per-sonal to them.

Auxiliary President Connie Russell (left) of Monongahela and MVH’s Director of Fund

Development Melissa Marion.

Victory Hill Ladies Give Gift of Warmth toMon Valley Hospital’s Cancer Patients

Ringgold Girls and Boys Soccer Teams to Hold Cash Bash

The Ringgold girls and boys soccer teams will hold a Cash Bash on Saturday,April 5, 2014 at the Donora Fire Department/Social Hall from 7 p.m. – 11 p.m.Doors Open at 5:30 p.m. Must be 18 years old or older to attend.

There will be small games of chance, 50/50, raffle, free food and refreshments,BYOB. Winners need not be present. All prizes not claimed in 30 days becomeproperty of Girls and Boys Soccer. Donation is $15, guests $10 at the door. Forticket information, please contact Tom Cameron at 724-678-8271 or MaggiParnell at 724-747-9615.

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Eagle Riders Bike Run Benefits MVH Regional Cancer Center

Pictured are The Eagle Riders officers and members (l – r): Jack Rush of Bentleyville; Marilynn Taylorof Finleyville; Rob Nuzzo of North Charleroi; Ali Nuzzo of North Charleroi; Morgan Mitchell of

Charleroi; Farrah Nuzzo of North Charleroi; and Bob Cain of Charleroi.

The Bentleyville F.O.E. 1809 Eagle Riders may be a newer bike club, but its 43members are already making a positive impact on their community.

The group recently donated $729 to the Charles L. and Rose Sweeney MelenyzerPavilion and Regional Cancer Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. They host-ed a bike run this fall and part of the proceeds helped cover medical expenses fora club member being treated for breast cancer at MVH and the rest they donatedto the MVH Regional Cancer Center.

“Our motto is ‘People Helping People,’” said Morgan “Thumper” Mitchell, whoadded that the group plans to hold other events this year for charity, including ahog roast/breast cancer fundraiser in September.

‘Terrific Trees’ Program Offered at Mingo Creek Park for HomeschooledThe Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation is offer-

ing a Homeschool Outdoor Classroom at Mingo Creek County Park onThursday, March 13, 2014 at Shelter 6. Two sessions are available; SessionI will begin at 10 a.m. and Session II will begin at 1 p.m. Take a walkthrough the “sugar bush” and learn about trees! A variety of tree-rifficactivities will be shared as we learn how trees function. Our home-schoolers will also learn about making maple syrup. Please dress appro-priately. This is an outdoor program and is designed for homeschooledchildren ages 5 to 11. Pre-registration is required and can be made bycalling the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreationoffice at 724-228-6867. There is no fee for this program. Mingo CreekPark is located 12 miles east of Washington, PA off of Route 136.

MARCH 1MARDI GRAS - sponsored by SaintAgnes Ladies Guild in Richeyville insocial hall. Doors open at 5 p.m. and din-ner served at 6. Dancing from 7 - 11 p.m.featuring “The Best of Times.” $20 each or2 for $35. Contact Patty Prekrel at 724-785-3720 for tickets or purchase at door.

HAM DINNER FUNDRAISER – A HamDinner will be held on Saturday, March 1from 4:00 – 7:00PM at Gary’s ChuckWagon in West Newton. Funds raisedwill benefit the West Newton Little House(Girl Scout House / Meeting place). Formore information, call Debbie at 724-872-7937 Gary’s Chuck Wagon is located at209 South 2nd Street in West Newton, PA.

MARCH 2CHOIR REHEARSAL - for the MonValley Combined Choirs, 1 p.m., HolyResurrection Orthodox Church, MaryStreet, Belle Vernon.

MARCH 3BINGO - Elrama Vol Fire Co. Social Hall,17 Elrama Ave. starting at 7 p.m. Jackpot$300. For more information, call 412-384-8066 or 412-384-8077.

CREAM CHICKEN & BISCUIT DIN-NER - 4 to 7 p.m. at Tradesmen’s Inn,1769 E. National Pike, Scenery Hill. $8.Chinese auction and baked goods.

MARCH 4MONTHLY MEETING OF THE MIDMON-VALLEY SHIPMATES - 7 p.m. atthe James C. Ford American Legion

Home in Carroll Twp. The meeting isopen to all veterans, retired or active:Navy, Coast Guard, Merchant MarineSailors and Waves.

MARCH 5WEDNESDAY NIGHT BINGO - held bythe North Belle Vernon Volunteer FireDept. 7 p.m. for the “Early Bird” games,and 7:15 p.m. for the regular bingo.Admission is $15 for 15 paper games,including the magic number. Any numberof cards may be played for the same priceas the paper bingo. For more information,call 724-929-3060.

SOLID GOLD - at the MonongahelaAmerican Legion from 7 to 10:30 p.m.For more information, call Geno at 724-592-5264.

MARCH 6 – 8TARZAN – Presented by Ringgold HighSchool. Show time is 7 p.m. for Thursdayand Friday, March 6 and 7, and there willbe a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday, March8.Advanced tickets for Tarzan will be onsale at Ringgold High School Monday -Thursdays from 3 - 5 p.m., Fridays from 3- 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. - 2p.m. Reserved seating is $8 per personand general admission is $5 per person.General admission tickets will be also besold at the door starting.

MARCH 6WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO -at the Community Center in Fayette City.Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doorsopen at 5:30 PM, Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m.

MARCH 7 – 9THE WIZARD OF OZ - Charleroi AreaStudents will present The Wizard of Ozon March 7, 8 and 9 at the CharleroiHigh School Auditorium. Show times are7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, March7 and 8, and 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 9.Tickets are $8 and are available at thedoor.

MARCH 7WORLD DAY OF PRAYER – 11 a.m. atFirst Baptist Church, Sixth and Vine St.,West Newton. Featuring Egypt guestspeaker Rev. Elizabeth Dunlap, Pastor ofthe First Church of God. Susan Jonespresenting a chalk drawing talk.

MARCH 8MON VALLEY ORTHODOXY SUNDAYSERVICES - to be celebrated at HolyResurrection Orthodox Church, MaryStreet, Belle Vernon, at 6:30 p.m.

MARCH 9BINGO - at the Mon Valley Youth &Teen Center, Donora. Doors open at12:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 2 p.m. $8 gets2 hard cards plus 2 paper specials andMagic Bingo Ball. Extra cards available.Half the take door prize and auction. Formore information, call 724-379-4889.

SPAGHETTI DINNER - held by theMonongahela Area Library and theMonongahela Elks Lodge at the ElksLodge, 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. $8 for adults,$4 for 12 and under. Tickets available atlibrary or at the Elks Lodge. Walk-ins theday of the dinner are welcome.

MARCH 11THE COUPON CONNECTION - willmeet at 5:30 p.m. at the MonongahelaLibrary. Bring your coupons to share or tosort through the Coupon Box for itemsyou need. For more information call(724) 518-3529, email [email protected] or find us atwww.facebook.com/groups/CouponConnection/

MARCH 12WEDNESDAY NIGHT BINGO - held bythe North Belle Vernon Volunteer FireDept. 7 p.m. for the “Early Bird” games,and 7:15 p.m. for the regular bingo.Admission is $15 for 15 paper games,including the magic number. Any numberof cards may be played for the same priceas the paper bingo. For more information,call 724-929-3060.

MARCH 13MEETING OF THE CHARLEROILODGE #615 FREE AND ACCEPTEDMASONS - 7:30 p.m. in the Masonic Hallin Charleroi. All members are encouragedto attend. For more information, call 724-984-6611.

WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO -at the Community Center in Fayette City.Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doorsopen at 5:30 PM, Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m.

KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP - 5:30-7p.m. at the Donora Public Library. Learnnew stitches, get help and share ideas. tersTo attend, please call the library at 724-379-7940.

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MARCH 15OLDIES DANCE - hosted by FayetteFriends of Animals at the Polish Club inUniontown, PA. For more information,call 724-245-7815. Leftover tickets will besold at the door.

AUTHENTIC COACH/CASH BASH -hosted by the Monongahela AreaChamber of Commerce at New EagleVFD Social Hall. $25/ticket and includesdinner and chances to win authenticCoach purses, gift cards and cash. Doorsopen at 5 p.m. and drawings will be every10 minutes. Call 724-258-5919 for moreinformation. To purchase tickets, go towww.monongahelaareachamber.org.

GUN BASH - held by Lock #4 andMonessen Hilltop VFC at Lock #4 SocialHall. Doors open at 2 p.m., drawings 3 - 9p.m. every 15 minutes. Free food and bev-erages. Donation $25, guests $15. Gunsby Reese Supply. For more information,contact 724-469-3520 or 724-518-9294.

MARCH 16MON VALLEY COIN CLUB MEETING -2 p.m. at the Mon Valley Senior CitizensCenter located in the Chamber Plaza inCharleroi. All members and the generalpublic are invited. A 50/50 will be offeredalong with prizes for kids. For more infor-mation, call 724-984-6611.

PUBLIC MEETING OF THE GREATERMONESSEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY -at the Monessen Historical Museum. Willbe held during the grand opening of theSyrian Exhibit at 1 p.m. The presidentwill review the accomplishments of thepast year. The treasurer will present thebudget, and individual board memberswill discuss their respective areas ofresponsibility. Current members of thesociety will vote on candidates for theBoard of Directors.

MARCH 19WEDNESDAY NIGHT BINGO - held bythe North Belle Vernon Volunteer FireDepartment. 7 p.m. for the “Early Bird”games and 7:15 p.m. for the regularbingo. Admission is $15 for 15 papergames, including the magic number.Formore information, call 724-929-3060.

SOLID GOLD - at the MonongahelaAmerican Legion 7-10:30 p.m. For moreinformation, call Geno at 724-592-5264.

BENTLEYVILLE LIBRARY BUILDINGFUNDRAISER - the Tradesman’s Inn,1769 E National Pike, Scenery Hill, willgive 10% of their sales to the BentleyvilleLibrary Building Fund.

MARCH 20WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO -at the Community Center in Fayette City.Benefits the Fayette City VFC. Doorsopen at 5:30 PM, Bingo starts at 6:50 p.m.

GREATER MONONGAHELA AREACOMMUNITY BAND - concert atRinggold Middle School at 7:15 p.m.

MARCH 22NEW EAGLE VENDOR SHOW - at NewEagle Volunteer Fire Company SocialHall. 30 vendors, crafters coming.Chinese auction, 50/50, raffles and more!Doors open at 10 a.m.

WINE TASTING AND HORS D’OEU-VRES FUNDRAISER - The Woman’sClub of West Newton is sponsoring awine and hors d’oeuvres tasting from 7:30to 9:30 p.m. at the West Newton LionsClubhouse. The donation request is$20/person. For tickets, contact Debbie at724-872-7937 or Terri at 724-872-4175 orany WN Woman’s Club member. The pro-ceeds from this event will benefit WNWoman’s Club charities.

MARCH 25BOOK & BAKE SALE - Center on theHill, 100 Summit Rd, Belle Vernon1:00pm to 3:30pm. Book enthusiastswill find the choice of books 'Olympicgold" at very reduced prices. Bakedgoods. Proceeds benefit the senior cen-ter. Call (724) 930-8512 for directions

MARCH 26WEDNESDAY NIGHT BINGO - held bythe North Belle Vernon Volunteer FireDepartment. 7 p.m. for the “Early Bird”games and 7:15 p.m. for the regularbingo. Admission is $15 for 15 papergames, including the magic number. Anynumber of cards may be played for thesame price as the paper bingo. For moreinformation, call 724-929-3060.

MARCH 27WEEKLY THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO -at the Community Center in FayetteCity. Benefits the Fayette City VFC.Doors open at 5:30 PM, Bingo starts at6:50 p.m.

MARCH 29THE COUPON CONNECTION - 10a.m. at the Monongahela Library. Bringyour coupons to share or to sort throughthe Coupon Box for items you need. Formore information call (724) 518-3529,email [email protected].

MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE MUSICWORKSHOP - 3 - 5 p.m. at First UnitedMethodist Church of Monongahela. Formore information, call 724-258-7054 orvisit the website www.fumcmon.com.

MARCH FOR PARKS - the West-moreland County Parks and RecreationCitizens Advisory Board is expandingthe March for Parks event to three loca-tions around Westmoreland County.Marches will be held at Twin Lakes Park

in Greensburg, Cedar Creek Park in BelleVernon, and at the MurrysvilleSportZone along the Turtle Creek TrailExtension. Registration begins at 9 a.m.All Marches will start at 10:30 a.m. andend at noon. Any group of three or morepeople can be a team. Organize yourfriends and family, school, place of wor-ship, company or community organiza-tion. We will honor the top 10 teamscombined at all marches. For more infor-mation on sponsorship, volunteering, orforming teams, please visit our website atwww.co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks orcall 724-830-3950.

‘PASTA ON THE CENTER’ DINNER -Downtown West Newton Inc. wouldlike to invite you to a fabulous dinnercalled “Pasta at the Center” from 4 to 8p.m. at the West Newton Senior Center.$10 for adults and $6 for children 12and under.

SOUPS ON IN WEST NEWTON -Benefits the West Newton PublicLibrary. 5:00 - 9:00PM with 3 dininglocations at 3 charming old homes inWest Newton. Live entertainment atsome locations, as well as, a ChineseAuction. just $20 each and can be pur-chased at Gary's Chuck Wagon in WestNewton or at the West Newton PublicLibrary 724-972-3229.

MARCH 30GREATER MONESSEN HISTORICALSOCIETY FUNDRAISER DINNER - 11a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Monessen HistoricalMuseum, 505 Donner Ave. For a dona-tion of $10, an individual can chooseeither lasagna or gnocchi along withsalad, dessert, bread, butter and a drink.Tickets can be purchased at the Museumor from a board member. Take outs areavailable. For more information, visitwww.monessenhistoricalsociety.com.

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The Southwestern Pennsylvania Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs Association pre-sented four awards of recognition at the association's February meeting, held atthe Hiller Volunteer Fire Department. The awards were presented to the fourmembers of the association for the many years of dedicated service to the South-western Pennsylvania Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs Association.

Receiving the awards were the following: • Scott Conn, Uniontown VFD - Award provided by Provident Insurance

Company.• Michael A Kelecic, Edenborn VFD (also recognized for being the past pres-

ident of the association) - Award provided by the SW Chiefs Assn.• James Bungard, Ohiopyle-Stewart VFD - Award provided by the SW Chiefs

Assn.• Thomas Hartley Jr., Chief of the California VFD - Award provided by Nova

Insurance Services representing VFIS.

Pictured are (l-r): Harold Whyle, current president of the SW Pennsylvania Chiefs Association, (whois accepting the award on behalf of Scott Conn), Michael A Kelecic, James Bungard, and Thomas

Hartley, Jr. PHOTO BY WAYNE E. RAY.

Southwestern Pennsylvania Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs Association

Present AwardBy Jill Brown

The Salvation Armyheld a very special dedi-cation to officiallyannounce Albert LexieDay for well-knownshoe-shiner and philan-thropist Albert Lexie onFebruary 8, 2014 inMonessen in honor of hisretirement, which hesays began in December.

Lexie’s shoe-shinecareer began in 1981. For over 30 years,on Tuesdays and Thursdays, he traveledby bus to Children’s Hospital inPittsburgh, and he charged $3 pershoeshine. He also had customers allthroughout the Mon Valley area busi-nesses, where he traveled by walking.Since his start, he’s donated more than$200,000 of his hard-earned tips to theChildren’s Hospital’s Free Care Fundwhile living on modest means.

On Albert Lexie Day, from 1:30 - 2p.m., the Salvation Army DivisionalBand played, and at 2 p.m., Lt. SusanThwaite, Salvation Army, welcomedeveryone. She said, “We are very fortu-nate to have people in our communitylike Albert. What if you gave back just alittle bit to our community? What a dif-ference it would make.”

Young People Sergeant Major (YPSM)Grace Boyd says Albert was saved manyyears ago at the Salvation Army, and heused to come in and sing a hymn. He’shad many accomplishments.

“We have a tender spotfor him here at theSalvation Army. We wantto congratulate you(Albert) from the bottomof our hearts. We appreci-ate you,” said Boyd.

Next, Lexie, a soft-spo-ken man, sang boldlyfrom his heart, “HeTouched Me,” a specialsong and testimony. Hereceived a standing ova-tion and not a dry eye in

the room.The following well-known people

and businesses presented Lexie withawards or certificates: Salvation ArmyAdvisory Board; a Buzzy Byron’s repre-sentative; Monessen Fire Dept. #1;Monessen Chamber of Commerce;Mayor Lou Mavrakis; WestmorelandCounty Commissioners; CharlesAnderson & Tyler Courtney; andSenator Tim Solobay.

Monessen Mayor Lou Mavrakis stat-ed, “Albert is a role model. I do herebyproclaim that Saturday, February 8, isAlbert Lexie Day.” There followed astanding ovation.

A prayer was said over the food and inhonor of Albert’s retirement.

Thanks go to the Salvation Army inthis beautiful day. Capt. Michael Jung isof the Monessen-based Salvation ArmyCitadel. Throughout the year, the Armytirelessly provides food, money andshelter to the needy. If you can help sup-port them, please do so.

Albert Lexie enjoys his partyat the Salvation Army.

Monessen Philanthropist Albert LexieAwarded with Official Day

Named in His Honor

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Washington County Chamber of Commerce Seeking ATHENA

Award® NominationsThe Washington County Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking nominees

for the ATHENA Award®. Nominees must live or work in Washington County. The ATHENA Award® program promotes women’s leadership and honors out-

standing leaders. By recognizing exceptional individuals, the program seeks toinspire others to achieve excellence. ATHENA Award® presentations are celebra-tions of excellence and are premiere community events.

The caliber of candidates who receive the ATHENA Award® is exceptional andleads to significant and substantial recognition for participating organizations.Both women and men are eligible to receive the award.

Candidates should meet the following criteria:• Demonstrate excellence, creativity and initiative in their business or profes-

sion.• Provide valuable service to improve the quality of life for others in their com-

munity.• Actively assist women in achieving their full leadership potential.The ATHENA Award® is presented for achievement, service and assistance to

others and is not intended to be a contest among competing nominees, but recog-nition of excellence.

To receive a nomination form, contact the Washington County Chamber ofCommerce at 724-225-3010. Deadline for nominations is Monday, March 3, 2014.

Speers Civic Club College Now Accepting

Scholarship Applications

Applications are currently being accepted for the 2014 Speers Civic ClubCollege scholarship. The deadline for submission is April 1. Applicantsmust live within Speers Borough and be a senior graduating from eitherCharleroi Area High School or an accredited school. Scholarship applica-tions may be picked up at Charleroi Area High School (Guidance Office)and must be returned to the school on or before April 1.

MBA Kids Construction Art ContestAnnounced for Spring

Think about it ... practice your drawing ... create a masterpiece... then enter to win! At the Master Builders’ Association, weencourage the expression of the mind through art and that’s whywe are excited about the 2014 MBA Kids Construction ArtContest. The MBA hopes that students will take the time to submitan original piece of art in the contest. Submissions should either beof a local building or a construction activity. Students betweengrades K-12 are eligible to submit an entry. Submit your art nowand be entered to win prizes. All artists submitting an entry musthave finished work to the MBA no later than Friday, May 16, 2014by 4 p.m. To obtain an entry form, visit www.mbawpa.org or call412-922-3912.

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‘Dancing with Our Stars’ Scheduled for June 28The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with

Arthur Murray Dance Studio in the South Hills, presents Dancing withOur Stars on Saturday, June 28, 2014.

Dinner begins at 6 p.m. and competition begins at 7:30 p.m. The dona-tion is $35, which includes dinner, the show, and open dancing. All pro-ceeds benefit the July 4th fireworks show. Music provided by DiscInferno-Bill Lemon who plays music of all styles!

The fundraiser will be held at the New Eagle VFD Social Hall, 156Chess St. Dance demonstrations will be done by the Arthur Murray Pros,there will be a hosted Wine Bar by Ripepi Winery, and a cash bar, Chineseauction and raffles available. Purchase tickets online at www.mononga-helaareachamber.org or call 724-258-5919.

Please Note: No tickets will be available at the door. All tickets must bepurchased in advance of the event. The Chamber now accepts debit/cred-it cards.

Artists and Craftsmen Needed for Rostraver Art Show

Proceeds to Benefit Wounded Officer James Kuzak

By Charlotte Hopkins

Family, friends, and supporters ofwounded Clairton police officer JamesKuzak have rallied to organize an artshow fundraiser to benefit Kuzak. Kuzakwas shot and paralyzed in the line ofduty. He was rescuing a family that wasbeing held hostage.

The Art Expo 5220 was organized byJess Williams. She plays the key role inthe majority of Kuzak's fundraisingevents. The show, to be held at theRostraver Ice Gardens (Verso Room), isscheduled for Sunday, April 27 from 12 –6 p.m. The event is free to the publicand will include raffles, face painting,and concessions, and a DJ.

They are now seeking vendors to setup tables to sell their work. It is free toset up products for sale and at the end of the event each vendor will donate 25%of their sales to the Officer James Kuzak, Jr. Benefit Fund.

Since this is an art show, the focus is on art, photography, jewelry, pottery, sculp-tures, woodworking, ceramics, and all products that are manmade – nothing store-bought.

Fayette City photographer Joe Ciferno donated a 16x20” print to auction off atthe art show. Those interested in setting up a table to sell their work or in donat-ing an item or gift basket to be auctioned off should contact Jess Williams at [email protected].

Kuzak and his K9 companions. Kuzak was shot and paralyzed in the line of duty.

The Donora Historical Society got offto a good start in the New Year during ameeting on Saturday, February 8th atthe Donora Public Library for a presen-tation titled “The Founding of Don-ora.” Donora was founded in 1901,but the village that existed prior toDonora was a town known as WestColumbia that was founded in 1814 –200 years ago. To recognize theBicentennial of West Columbia, wedisplayed old photos, told stories andshowed artifacts of West Columbia, aswell as its transition into the newerand bigger town that was to becomeDonora.

After our February Saturday meetingat the Donora Library, our presenta-tions will return back to the SmogMuseum on Mondays at 7 p.m. start-ing with the Cincinnati Mine Disasteron Monday, March 3, the DonoraSouthern Railroad on Monday, April7, and the Donora-Webster Bridge onMonday, May 5. The June 2nd presen-tation has yet to be determined.

The Cincinnati Mine was located innearby Courtney, which is just northof New Eagle on the MonongahelaRiver. Almost 101 years ago in April of1913, 98 miners died in a mine explo-sion that shook the Mon Valley. TheCincinnati Mine Disaster presenterwill be Ringgold school teacher ScottFrederick.

The Donora Southern Railroad wasa dedicated rail line that serviced theentire footprint of American Steel andWire, and Zinc Works, and the sur-rounding area. Donora Southern actu-

ally had 20 to 30 miles of track thatzig-zagged around the mill site andalong the river past Palmer Park. TheDonora Southern Railroad presenterwill be local railroad enthusiast TomCrespo whose presentation will besupplemented by artifacts and photosfrom the Donora Historical Society.

The Donora-Webster Bridge wasconstructed in 1908, and while it stillstands, it is no longer in use to auto orfoot traffic. To honor the bridge beforeit is razed either this year or next, ourmuseum curator Brian Charlton wewill be showing photos, artifacts andblueprints of the 106 year old struc-ture.

We look forward to welcoming theHeinz History Center and theirdocents for a special Cement CityWalking Tour to bring to life the arti-cle written by Society member BrianCharlton for their WesternPennsylvania History magazine onDonora’s National Historic District.

The Donora Historical Society andSmog Museum is located at the inter-section of Sixth and McKean in theheart of Donora, and is open Mondaythrough Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3p.m. or by appointment.

If you have additional questionsabout the subjects mentioned above,the society, museum, meetings or possi-bly volunteering, feel free to stop by oremail us at [email protected] or by calling 724-823-0364 and leaving a message. Orvisit us on the web atwww.DonoraHistoricalSociety.org

Donora Historical Society Lines Up Guest Speakers for March - May

Save the Date!

4th Annual Ukrainian Easter Egg Class tobe Held at Monongahela’s Little City Coffee

The 4th Annual Ukrainian Easter Egg Class is scheduled from March 22 -April 12 on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. and Saturdays at 1 p.m. at Little City Coffeeon Main Street in Monongahela. The first of your 2-day class consists of a briefhistory and hands-on instruction while you create your beautiful egg. The sec-ond day is yolk removal, and this takes about 15 minutes. Great mother-daugh-ter fun. All supplies included! Cost $20/person, ages 13+ only. Classes fill upquickly. You must pay at least one week prior to event to reserve your spot.Please call Little City Coffee at 724-258-6285 to sign up.



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WCCF to Raffle Penguins Tickets for April 12 Game Vs. Flyers

Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) is raffling two PittsburghPenguins tickets for the Saturday, April 12, 2014 game against the PhiladelphiaFlyers at CONSOL Energy Center. The game tickets, donated by CONSOL Energy,are in Section 110, Row R. Raffle tickets are $10 each. The winner will be deter-mined by the first validated three-digit Pennsylvania Lottery number drawn at 7p.m. on Friday, March 28. If the number drawn on this date is an unsold ticket, thewinner will be determined by the next day’s 7 p.m. drawing until a winner is deter-mined. Proceeds will benefit the Foundation’s Mother’s Fund, which supports pro-grams that benefit disadvantaged women and children in Washington County.Raffle tickets are available for purchase through WCCF Trustees or by contactingthe Foundation at 724-222-6330 or [email protected].

Rich Engler, longtime concert pro-moter and the first inductee in thePittsburgh Rock and Roll Hall of Fame,will be a special guest at the All Oldies,Only Oldies dance Saturday, April 5 atthe Stockdale Volunteer FireDepartment’s (SVFD) community socialcenter.

Engler, a native of Creighton and agraduate of East Deer Frazier HighSchool, began booking concerts at the-aters and colleges in Pennsylvania, NewYork and Ohio in the late 1960s. In amove to graduate to bigger venues hejoined forces in 1973 with anotherPittsburgh promoter, Pat DiCesare, toform DiCesare-Engler Productions,which became one of the most respect-ed and successful concert promotionteams in the United States.

Engler will present a pre-dance pro-gram at 7:30 p.m. and will then be avail-able for autographs and pictures. Copiesof his autobiography, Behind The StageDoor: A Promoter’s Life Behind TheScenes will be on sale for $24.95 (cashor credit card), with portions of the pro-ceeds going to the Cancer CaringCenter, which provides free services tocancer patients. Memorabilia fromEngler’s 40+ years in the business willbe on display at the social center andwill include classic guitars from such

artists as The Rolling Stones, PaulMcCartney, the Everly Brothers, BoDiddley, Bob Dylan, Chuck Berry, BonJovi, James Brown and SmokeyRobinson. The April 5 dance will runfrom 8 p.m. - midnight and will featuredisc jockey Ralph Trilli, co-host ofCruisin’ Sunday on WJPA inWashington, with music from the 1950sand early 1960s. Tickets for the BYOE(Bring Your Own Everything – food andbeverages) affair are $10/ person andtables of eight or more are available.Seating will be limited to 600 and reser-vations can be made by calling 724-330-5002. The fire department will providefree refreshments (not pop).

Concert Promoter Rich Engler to EnhanceAll Oldies Dance for Stockdale Firemen

Legendary concert promoter Rich Engler(right) is shown with Jon Bon Jovi (circa

1980) prior to a performance in Pittsburgh.

‘Soup is On’ In West NewtonSaturday March 29 will be a day for you to make a new friend when you

attend Soup's On In West Newton. This progressive dinner will be hostedby Mrs. Emma Jean Pritchard to benefit the West Newton Public Library.The event starts at 5 PM and wraps up at 9 PM, with 3 dining locations at3 charming old homes in West Newton. The dinner consists of appetizers,an array of soups and of course fabulous desserts. In addition to your won-derful food selections, you will be treated to live entertainment at somelocations, as well as, a Chinese Auction. The goal of this event is not onlyto help raise funds for the library, but to get to know new and old town res-idents. This is a wonderful way to make new lifelong friends through anold fashion town party and a great way to keep the doors of our libraryopen. Make sure to get your tickets early, since there are a limited number.They are just $20 each and can be purchased at Gary's Chuck Wagon inWest Newton or at the West Newton Public Library 724-972-3229.


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March for Parks Scheduled for Saturday, March 29 in Three

Westmoreland LocationsMarch for Parks will now be three times the fun! On Saturday, March 29, 2014, the Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation

Citizens Advisory Board is expanding the March for Parks event to three loca-tions around Westmoreland County. Marches will be held at Twin Lakes Park inGreensburg, Cedar Creek Park in Belle Vernon, and at the Murrysville SportZonealong the Turtle Creek Trail Extension.

The money raised at past Marches has really made an impact in the communi-ty. Marchers will have the opportunity to designate the funds they raise to proj-ects that will make our County parks and trails great places to visit. Cedar CreekPark funds will go towards updates to the RC Airplane field and the creation ofa dog park.

This would be a great opportunity for your business to sponsor this NEWevent. Sponsorships include on-site signage and tables for promotions, recogni-tion on all flyers, brochures, ads and our website, as well as on our t-shirts. Wealso would recognize you in our annual Guidepost. Sponsorships range from$100 to $3,000.

Deb Keefer & Kris Samloff are co-chairs for the event at Cedar Creek Park andcan be contacted via email at [email protected] or [email protected], respectively.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. All Marches will start at 10:30 a.m. and end atnoon with lunch for all registered participants. Walkers and runners may partic-ipate as individuals or teams. Any group of three or more people can be a team.Organize your friends and family, school, place of worship, company or com-munity organization. We will honor the top 10 teams combined at all marches.

Marchers will collect monetary donations prior to the event and turn in theirmoney on-site. Marchers who collect $25 or more will receive a t-shirt and lunchcard. Marchers that collect over $150 or more will receive a gift card – the moreyou raise, the more the gift card will be worth! There will be raffles, music,awards and more at each site!

For more information on sponsorship, volunteering, or forming teams, pleasevisit our website at www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks or call 724-830-3950. Joinin the March for Parks on Saturday, March 29 and help us to keep WestmorelandCounty green!

Calling All Filmmakers!Submit Your Entries for the Film Festival Contest

The Film Festival Contest is open to independent filmmakers. Films canbe up to 90 minutes. There is also a special contest for K-12. Deadline forentries is March 31, 2014. The Film Festival will be held on April 12 from1 to 7 p.m. at the George Washington Hotel, 60 S. Main St., Washington.Come view unique films made by independent filmmakers. Meet and min-gle with other independent filmmakers. For more information and details,visit www.highlandridgecdc.org/events or email [email protected] call 724-678-4225.

The West Newton Library is proud topresent this spring's ‘must hear’ lecture.We will be hosting Pittsburgh's Mansionswith author Melanie Linn Gutowski onSaturday, March 29 at 11 a.m. Melaniewas inspired to write her book whileworking as a docent for the Frick. Herbook showcases the grand mansions ofthe gilded age in Pittsburgh. If you lovebeautiful historic homes, make a pointto reserve a seat for this interactive talkwith author Gutowski. Please give thelibrary a call to book your seat.

Parents - mark the calendar forSaturday, March 15 at 10 a.m. to bringyour kids to the library to celebrate theLuck of the Irish. We will be holdingour monthly story and craft hour cele-brating St. Patrick's Day. The event isopen to children of all ages and is free.

On Saturday, March 1 at 11 a.m. theWest Newton Library will be featuringspeaker Ben Markle in our multipur-pose room. Ben will be speaking onprominent residents of West Newtonand will have some great historicalmemorabilia on hand to view. Give us acall to reserve a seat. Also make sure tostop by the library to check our some ofBen's historic West Newton memorabil-ia currently on display at the library.

On Saturday, March 22 at 11 a.m. the

West Newton Library will continue itshistory series with featured speakerMiles Richards. Miles will be focusingon Colonel May and General RufusPutnam. West Newton traces its roots to1788, when a group of American pio-neers to the Northwest Territory led byGen. Rufus Putnam traveled overlandfrom Massachusetts and stopped at thislocation to build boats. They then setout down the Youghiogheny River tothe Monongahela and Ohio Rivers, end-ing their journey and founding thetown of Marietta, Ohio. Please give us acall if you would like to reserve a seatfor the talk.

We need your help! The WestNewton Library is currently searchingfor donations of gently used jewelry forour 2nd Annual Mega Jewelry Sale,which will take place on June 7 at thelibrary. We are currently accepting alltypes of jewelry of all styles and agesthat includes rings, necklaces, earrings,pins and watches.

We are also actively accepting booksin like new condition for our library aswell as an upcoming sale. All donationsare greatly appreciated.

The library is located at 124 N. WaterSt., West Newton. For more informa-tion, call the Library at 724-872-8555.

Sunburst Model Search and Baby ContestHeld at Washington Crown Center Mall

The Washington Crown Center Mall willhost a Miss Sunburst Model Search and BabyContest on Monday, March 3 at 6 p.m.Winners will go to the State Finals in May torepresent their county. Entries are beingaccepted now. Everyone will receive a crownand trophy. The model search is for girls,ages 4 - 27 years old. Age groups are as fol-lows: 4-6, 7-10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-27 years.Winners in each age group will receive a tro-phy and crown, Runners-up will receive atrophy and crown. The baby contest is forboys and girls. Age groups are as follows:Baby - under one year; Tiny -1 year; Little -2& 3 years. A king and queen will be chosenin each age group. Each winner will receive atrophy and crown. Entry forms are available in the mall management office orby calling 1-813-839-8054 and having all the information sent to you by mail.

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Bentleyville Lioness Club SchedulesChinese Auction Basket Bash in April

The Bentleyville Lioness Club will hold a Chinese Auction Basket Bashon April 27 at the Cokeburg Fire Hall. $10 admission gets you a sheet of25 tickets, coffee, tea and dessert. Extra sheets of 25 tickets are $5. Therewill be other games of chance and 50/50. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., draw-ings start at 2 p.m., and each winner needs to be there or have someonethere to get the basket. For more information, contact Elaine at 724-239-2940, Pat at 724-239-5150 or email [email protected].

Support Bentleyville Library by Dining at Trademan’s Inn March 19

On Wednesday, March 19, the Tradesman’s Inn, 1769 E National Pike,Scenery Hill, will give 10% of their sales to the Bentleyville Library BuildingFund. If you have eaten there, you know it is a family run restaurant/bar. Ifyou have never been there, it is a great place to take your whole family forlunch or dinner and you will probably return again and again. Please comeout and support the Bentleyville Library!


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Together Again: Mon ValleyReunion in Florida a Fun TimeThe annual Mon

Valley reunion washeld February 22 atthe Sea Dog BrewingCompany inClearwater, Florida.Over 170 peoplefrom the Mon Valley,Florida and otherparts of the countryattended the event,which was coordi-nated again by Lou and Maria, former area residents now livingin Tampa. Among those enjoying the festivities wereMonongahela High School Class of 1959 members (l-r) PatWatson, Sarah Jane Reinhardt, Eddie Nicholanco, Mary JaneMoore, Stephen Lengyel and Margie Roule.

Charthene Club Names Rachel RitzerFebruary Girl of the Month

At the February meeting of the Charthene Club,President Dorincz welcomed all members and JuneHopkins gave a blessing. Following dinner, the meetingbegan with the club prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, andClub Collect led by Jane Dorincz.

Ways and Mean Chairperson Ruth Karlowsky report-ed the next fundraiser will be baked goods from 2 FineCaterers in Speers. The sale will run through March andApril and will be delivered to members on Tuesday, April15. Social Chairperson Kathleen Umbel reported thather committee will be meeting to go over the plans forthe Reciprocity and tea which will be held on April 3.Social plans for the meeting for March 6 are undecidedat this time. Members will be notified by the telephone committee.

Youth Committee Chairperson Barbara Pepper announced Rachel Ritzer wasselected as February Girl of the Month. Rachel is a senior high student atCharleroi Area High School. She serves as treasurer of Student Council and secre-tary of the Astronomy Club. She is a member of the girls’ soccer and basketballteams, 2013 Homecoming Court, Executive Committee, Future Business Leadersof America, Teen Outreach, Spanish Club, and The Future is Mine.

Rachel is active in her church. She helps with Bible School and church dinners.She is employed at Medved's Pharmacy. Her awards include 1st place at the region-al level for Future Business Leaders of America, taking her to Hershey, PA for statecompetition.

Rachel is the daughter of Jerry and Linda Ritzer. Her future plans are to attendcollege entering into a business or engineering field.

Rachel Ritzer

12th Annual Charity Trivia ContestScheduled by Washington Rotary Club

Put on your thinking cap! It is time for the Washington Rotary Club's 12thAnnual Rotary Charity Trivia Contest to be held on Friday, March 21 at 7 p.m. atthe Three Rivers Auction House, Washington, PA. Rotary will donate $1,000 to thecharity of the winning team’s choice, $500 to the second place team’s charity and$250 to the third place team’s charity.

The event consists of 50 questions segmented into 10 categories of five questionseach. All teams play simultaneously, with answers written on a notecard and scorestabulated by the quizmasters and scorekeepers. In between rounds, activitiesinclude door prize drawings and a Raffle Auction. Sponsorship opportunities arealso available.

Last year, a total of 275 people and 33 teams participated. Net proceeds donat-ed to the Rotary Foundation, which funds international projects that providehealth care, clean water, food, education and other essential needs in the develop-ing world.

Teams must consist of a minimum of four people and a maximum of eight; teamsize is strictly enforced. The entry fee is $30 per player and includes pizza, snacksand beverages. As space permits, spectators and cheerleaders are permitted toattend at $30 per person, and spectators and cheerleaders are not permitted to sitwith teams during game-play.

To enter a team in the Charity Trivia Contest, send one check per team - withthe team name noted in the memo - made payable to “Washington Rotary Club”in the amount of $30 per player and/or spectator to the Washington Rotary Club,c/o Kathy Sabol, 119 S. College St., Washington, PA 15301.

Registration must include the following: 1) email address and phone number forthe team “captain”, 2) team name (be creative!), and 3) the name of the 501c3non-profit charitable organization for which the team is playing. Teams must beregistered by March 14.

Due to the size of the facility, the number of teams is restricted to 35 and teamregistrations will be accepted in the order that they are paid in full. Visitwww.rotarywashpa.org to download a registration brochure. For informationabout the contest or to request a brochure, contact contest coordinator KathySabol, Washington Rotary Club, at 724-225-6710 or [email protected].

California Area Toastmasters Club Seeking New Members

Are you uncomfortable speaking in front of groups? If you would like tospeak to others with confidence and ease, then Toastmasters is for you! In thislow-cost learning experience, you’ll discover how to say what you mean in aconfident, clear manner. Join California Toastmasters and conquer your fears.

Since 1924, more than 4 million people around the world have become moreconfident speakers and leaders because of their participation in Toastmasters.Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadershipdevelopment. Today, our membership is 292,000 strong. These membersimprove their speaking and leadership skills by attending one of the 14,350clubs in 122 countries that make up our global network of meeting locations.

The California Area Toastmasters Club is seeking prestigious members of thecommunity to become founding members, chartering the club. Guests,novices, and experienced speakers are welcome.

For more information, contact Cathy Johnson at 215-767-9129 [email protected], and ask to receive your free copy of "10 Tips forSuccessful Public Speaking." Visit www.toastmasters.org.

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19th Empty Bowls Dinner Set for March 2nd

The annual Empty Bowls Dinner is a meager meal of soup and bread thatreminds us that too many people in our region still have “empty bowls” and facehunger. The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank and Just Harvest, a Centerfor Action Against Hunger, will co-host the 19th Empty Bowls Dinner from 2 to 6p.m., Sunday, March 2, 2014 at Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave. inOakland.

Those attending the Empty Bowls Dinner begin by choosing which “emptybowl” to take home from table after table of hand-made ceramic bowls of everydescription. Amateur and professional potters from all over the region’s schoolsand studios create and donate some 1,200–1,500 bowls each year. Several com-munity bowl-making sessions are usually held at arts centers in January aroundPittsburgh; in the past these have included Carlow University, Pittsburgh Centerfor the Arts, Manchester Craftsman’s Guild and Sweetwater Art Center.

New potters’ wares are welcome; anyone who wishes to donate bowls shouldcontact Ken at Just Harvest at 412-431-8960.

Restaurants and caterers donate bread and several hundred gallons of soup, fromexotic selections like Thai corn chowder to the perennial favorite, chicken noodle.The soup is served by local celebrities, TV personalities and elected officials.

Empty Bowls is also known for its family-friendly atmosphere with children’sactivities, a bake sale, live entertainment, silent auction of fine ceramic art andcelebrity-autographed bowls, and even soup-to-go.

Tickets to Empty Bowls are $20 and are on sale through the Food Bank and JustHarvest’s websites, www.pittsburghfoodbank.org and www.justharvest.org. Or callJust Harvest at 412-431-8960. Tickets will also be available at the door. Proceedsbenefit Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank and Just Harvest.

Planning of the “Sister City”Celebration being held forMonongahela and Italy’s Ono San Pietrois underway with meetings being heldat Monongahela City Hall. Under thedirection of Connie Russell, committeemembers are very enthusiastic planningthe three-day event to be held August22, 23, and 24.

Elena Broggi, the Mayor of Ono SanPietro, has written a letter toMonongahela Mayor Robert Kepicssharing this joy and pride of the twocommunities as sister cities. Ono San Pietro’s mayor will be making a visit toMonongahela this coming April along with Guiseppe Domenighini, who is respon-sible for the sister city idea years ago.

Historian Terry Necciai, who grew up in Monongahela is in the process of writ-ing a book on Italian families that immigrated to the valley from the Ono San Pietroarea. His research has found that 70 families with Italian surnames came to the val-ley with the majority settling in the Monongahela area.

The next scheduled meeting will be held March 19, 2014 at 7 p.m. atMonongahela City Hall. Anyone interested in participating with the planning ofthe celebration of events or just sharing your family information can contact eventchairperson Connie Russell at 724-258-8409.

Mon Valley’s Mononghela, Italy’s Ono SanPietro Named “Sister Cities” in Celebration

Pictured are Chairperson Connie Russell and Mayor Robert Kepics

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‘A Blast from The Past’ Oldies Show Fundraiser to Benefit

Education Foundation"A Blast from the Past"

Oldies Show will be heldon Friday, April 11 at 7p.m. at Charleroi AreaHigh School auditorium.The show will featureElvis, Billy Hartung andthe Hooligan BrothersBand with the mainattraction JimmyBeaumont and TheSkyliners.

Tickets are $50 for VIP,$35 for reserved seating, and $25 for general admission. All proceedsbenefit the C.A.S.D. Education Foundation. For tickets, contact CarolClaybaugh at 724-483-7075 or Tom Nutting at 724-984-5510.

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Judge Larry Hopkins andMr. Frank Kennedy.

Pictured are (l-r): Judge Larry Hopkins; Mr. ThomasMonack; Mr. Thomas Caudill; and Mr. Joseph Villella.

MMVTA Reinstates Four Board Membersfrom the Mon Valley Community

MONONGAHELA AREA LIBRARYSCHEDULES MARCH PROGRAMS

The Monongahela Area Library willhave a Breaktime Basket Raffle for themonth of March. The items in the bas-ket include a coffee maker, assorted teasand coffee beverages as well as mugs.

The library is collecting non-perish-able groceries for the WashingtonCounty Farm Bureau’s Food Drive. Thelibrary that collects the most food willwin a $100 gift card.

Storytime for pre-schoolers age 30months - 5 years meets eachWednesday at 11 a.m. The programincludes reading stories, songs and acraft. The library also holds Baby Lapsitfor those too young for Storytime at 1p.m. on Wednesdays.

The library will hold a spaghetti din-ner in conjunction with theMonongahela Elks on Sunday, March 9from 11:30 to 5 p.m. at the Elks Lodgeon Jackson Street. Cost of the meal is $8for adults, $4 for 12 and under. Takeout

is available. The Tween Book Club will meet on

Tuesday, March 11 at 5:30 p.m. to dis-cuss The Diamond of Darkhold byJeanne DuPrau.

The library Board of Trustees willmeet on Wednesday, March 12 at 6 p.m.

The Science Club for those in grades2 – 7 will be held March 18 at 5:30 p.m.This month’s projects are making sillyputty, elephant toothpaste, and opticalillusions.

Book Bites will meet Thursday, March20 to discuss Afterwards by RosamundLupton at 1 p.m. in the Activity Room.

Families are invited to Book FlixStorytime on Tuesday, March 25 at 5:30p.m. for Bear Stories. The program is forchildren 3 – 7 years, their parents andsiblings. No registration is required.

For more information about thelibrary, please call 724-258-5409.

The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) is pleased to reinstate com-munity Board members for another term on the current 21- member board.

Each member municipality appoints its representative. The Board member mustbe a taxpayer in, maintain a business in, or be a citizen of the municipality beingrepresented.

The Board members were Mr. Frank Kennedy of Elco, Mr. Thomas Caudill ofMonongahela, Mr. Joseph Villella of North Charleroi, and Mr. Thomas Monack ofSpeers.

Magisterial District Judge Larry Hopkins inducted the members during theJanuary 23rd Board meeting.

The Board meets monthly, the fourth Thursday of each month at the MMVTATransit Center, 1300 McKean Ave. in Charleroi at 6 p.m.

For more information, call 724-489-0880 or visit www.mmvta.com.


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Notice of Change in Polling Place for Monongahela Precinct

The Washington County Elections Office is announcing a change in pollinglocation for the precinct of Monongahela 2-1. The precinct used to poll at theFree Methodist Church (Old Armory Building) at 401 Second St. The newpolling place will be the Elk Lodge 455 on 446 Jackson St. Any questions can bedirected to the Elections Office at 724-228-6750.

Washington County Farm Bureau’s "Ag Days" Photo Contest Underway

The Washington County Farm Bureau announces that the 2014"Ag Days" Photo Contest is now underway! The annual contestis for anyone - not just WCFB members - and seeks pictures ofWashington County scenes and people that depict winter farmchores or winter sunsets on the farm. The contest is open to ama-teur photographers of all ages. Photos must be turned in to theWashington Crown Center Mall Office by Friday, March 7, 2014.Monetary prizes will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place entries.For a complete list of rules and prizes, visit http://www.pafbcoun-ties.org and click on the Photo Contest link, or call DeniseLewellyn at 724-356-7923.

In honor of the centennial celebrations for St. Michael Antiochian OrthodoxChurch, the Greater Monessen Historical Society will highlight the history of theSyrian immigrants of the Greater Monessen area in their annual spring exhibit. Theexhibit will be formally opened on Sunday, March 16 at 1 p.m. in the MonessenHeritage Museum, 505 Donner Ave., and be available for viewing until summer.

The Annual Public Meeting of the Greater Monessen Historical Society will alsobe held on Sunday, March 16 during the grand opening of the Syrian Exhibit. Thepresident will review the accomplishments of the past year. The treasurer will pres-ent the budget, and individual board members will discuss their respective areas ofresponsibility. A message will be delivered from honorary Board member TimDonner, great-grandson of Industrialist William Henry Donner, who builtMonessen’s first industry, the National Tin Plate Company, in 1897. Upcomingplans will be discussed, and ideas solicited from the audience. Current members ofthe society will vote on candidates for the Board of Directors.

A fundraiser dinner will be held on Sunday, March 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fora donation of $10, an individual can choose either lasagna or gnocchi along withsalad, dessert, bread, butter and a drink. Tickets can be purchased at the Museumor from a Board member. Take outs are available.

The Museum Shoppe has recently added a Hungarian cookbook with recipescovering the past eighty years. A packet of Monessen church post cards is availablefor a $5 donation. For Easter basket covers, the Shoppe has white scarves imprint-ed with colorful holy images. Polish and Slovak Easter custom books are on order.Stop by today. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

The Greater Monessen Historical Society is on Facebook and also has a webpageat www.monessenhistoricalsociety.com that features our activities, news and vari-ous photographs.

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Plans Annual Public Meeting

Shipmates Kick Off 2014 with February Meeting

The February meeting of the Mid-Mon Valley Shipmates was called to order byCO Bill Hess, followed by the playing of the Navy Hymn; George Diehl gave theopening prayer; Carl Pro led the group with the Pledge of Allegiance. A momentof silence was held in memory of Shipmate Francis Dutch. Roll call was taken andall officers were present except Financial Officer Joe Acton and Chaplain Rev. FredPfeil.

Hess welcomed back Buzz Carey after being on the sick list for the past 3months. A letter was read from Shipmate Harry Scholer from Florida with his duesfor 2014 and a donation "for the good of the organization." The members applaud-ed Harry for his kind gesture.

Fred Owens gave a report of the Washington County Vets Council meeting heldthis past month. Marshall Lignian reported the Flag Presentation committee hasbeen to 29 schools so far this school year with more on the schedule. So far, 2740students and adults have participated in the program. Additional help is reallyneeded to supplement the group of Shipmates doing the presentations.

Joe Gallo gave a financial report on the Christmas party that was held inDecember. Patrick Maloy was recognized for his handling of the music for theparty.

On the sick list were Joseph Acton, Noel Sawyer, Harry Spaziani, Nora Villellaand Sally Stephenson. Please keep these veterans in your prayers.

Half the take was won by Lawrence Masci. The dismissal prayer was given by Diehl and the meeting was adjourned until

the next meeting on March 4, 2014 at 7 p.m.

Bentleyville Library Director Diana Blair (left) and Bentleyville Library Board President Mary Thompson (right) study the preliminary architectural plans for the new

Bentleyville Community Center.

Public Meeting Scheduled to Reveal Plans for Bentleyville Community Center

By Alice Harris

A public meeting will be held at the Library at 6 p.m. on March 14, 2014 forthe public to visit the Library as it is now and to reveal plans for the newCommunity Center.

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A big annual event for cubscouts in Monongahela is thePinewood Derby. This year’srace was as exciting as previ-ous years with quite a fewhappy trophy winners andother cubs going home justwith their cars and big plansfor next year’s race.

Cub Scout Pack 1446 issponsored by theMonongahela UnitedMethodist Church and therace was held in the churchactivity room. The kids andtheir parents start out with akit consisting of a block ofwood, axles, and wheels, andthen let creativity take over to finishwith the fastest and best-looking carin the event. The gravity-powered carshave their weights adjusted at aweigh-in prior to the race so they’llhave the same weight on race day.

The track was state-of-the-art withan all-electronic finishing line andthat’s necessary, as some of the 300 orso races run during the morning andafternoon were too close to call byeye. Below is a list of the winners:

Tiger Cubs1st – Carl (CJ) Thompson2nd – Albert Trunzo3rd – Aiden TullyWolfs1st – Tyler George2nd – Gavin Kovach

3rd – Spencer BehrendtBears1st – Christian Stockey2nd – Braydon Wilcher3rd – Louden StankoWebelos 11st -Brandon Barnhart2nd – Skylar Roberts3rd – Christian RenleyWebelos 21st – Brendon Vaccaro2nd – Gage Fuller3rd – Dominic CropelliPack Overall Winners1st – Gage Fuller2nd – Brendon Vaccaro3rd- Gavin KovachBest of Show:1st Place – Dominic Cropelli2nd Place – Wylleum Britt

Pictured are the overall winners of the Pinewood Derby(l to r): Gage Fuller - 1st Place, BrendonVaccaro -

2nd Place, and Gavin Kovach - 3rd Place.

Cub Scouts Race for the GoldMonongahela’s Cub Scout Pack 1446 Pinewood

Derby Brings Friendly Competition

Go to our website gallery at www.monvalleymessenger.com for more photos by Paul Chasko of this event.

Ethnic Dinner Dance Slated for April 5to Benefit Ave Maria Parish

There will be an Ethnic Dinner on April 5 at the Knights of Columbus Hall,Bentleyville. Polish food and the Nu-Tones Polka Band will be featured. Doorsopen at 6 p.m. $15 per person, $25 per couple. BYOB. Benefits Ave MariaParish. For tickets or information, call 724-239-3591.

Downtown West Newton Inc. is kick-ing off its annual membership drivewith a new twist this year. Our maingoal this year, in addition to raisingmuch needed funds for the organiza-tion, is to grow new members. We hopeto welcome in new members this yearto help out with our farmers market, carcruise, Christmas festival, dinners,town improvements, and beautificationof the downtown historic structuresplus so much more.

We are a friendly group and love towelcome new members of all ages andtalents. We are a nonprofit group andreceive no state funding to keep ourgroup going so depend on the supportof those who love Main Street, Americaand history. So keep your eye out forour membership letter in the WestNewton area or if you would like tohelp outside of the area please checkout our website dwni.org or give us acall at 724-872-0100 if you would liketo make a donation to this hard work-ing organization. Again we cannotstress how important your taxdeductible donation is.

Downtown West Newton Inc. wouldlike to invite you to a fabulous dinnercalled "Pasta at the Center" on SaturdayMarch 29 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the WestNewton Senior Center. The center is

located at the corner of Main St. andWater St. in West Newton. The dinneris being prepared by Beechwood PastaHouse and Catering Service in WestNewton. This wonderful family-runbusiness has been a staple on MainStreet for some time. Tickets are $10 foradults and $6 for children 12 and under.The dinner will include a huge plate ofspaghetti and salad, bread, homemadedesserts, and a drink. So come out andhave a great dinner for a great cause!

Downtown West Newton Inc. wouldlike everyone to mark their calendarsfor the 2014 season of the SimeralSquare Farmers’ Market, which willkick off in June. The farmers’ marketwill take place on Saturday morningsstarting at 10 a.m. People wishing toparticipate should contact 724-872-0100 for more details. This lovely mar-ket takes place on our newly completedtown square overlooking the river. Thelocation sits in the heart of a busy inter-section of state route 136.

We will be announcing our upcomingconcert series this summer plus numer-ous other adult and children's activitiesthat will be taking place at the Square.So be sure to call early to reserve a spotat one of the best locations of a farmers’market in the Mon Valley andGreensburg area!

JK Tener Library in Charleroi PostsEvents and Announcements for MarchHours are Mon – Thurs, 10:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Fri, Sat, and Sun, 12 – 4

p.m. For more information, call 724-483-8282 or visitwww.washlibs.org/john-k-tener. Tener Library is located at 638Fallowfield Ave., Charleroi.

• Like us on Facebook!• 2014 Annual Fund Drive mailings will be heading your way soon!

Please give your best donation to help us grow!• Stop in and meet our new children/YA area employee, Kathie! She is

planning children’s programs and YA events to entertain and enlightenyou. Many new and exciting young adult programs will be offered in thecoming months.

• Donate by credit card at the Library. All major cards accepted.• Consider joining the Friends of the Tener Library! Simply email

[email protected].

Downtown West Newton Inc. Seeks NewMembers, Farmers’ Market Vendors


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Recent Local Death Notices

ARRIGO, Josephine, 99, of Charleroi,died January 30. Arrangements underthe direction of Carl J. Spallino FuneralHome in Charleroi.ASHLEY, M. Vince, 27, of Donora, diedFebruary 6. Arrangements under thedirection of Schrock-Hogan FuneralHome & Cremation Services inCharleroi.BEREZNAY, Mathew N., 61, of NewEagle, died January 9. Arrangementsunder the direction of Frye FuneralHome, Inc. in Monongahela.BOWERS, Philip L., 79, of Gastonville,died January 29. Arrangements underthe direction of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.BRUBAKER, Lois Elaine, 79, of CarrollTownship, died January 21.Arrangements under the direction ofFrye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.BUCSKO, John P., 98, of Speers Hill, diedFebruary 5. Arrangements under thedirection of Schrock-Hogan FuneralHome & Cremation Services inCharleroi.CROUCH, Gloria M, 85, of Charleroi,died January 28. Arrangements underthe direction of Schrock-Hogan FuneralHome & Cremation Services inCharleroi.DelVERME, James Joseph, 77, of NewEagle, died January 9. Arrangementsunder the direction of Frye FuneralHome, Inc. in Monongahela.DISCLAFANI, Paul Pasquale, 92, ofCharleroi, died January 31.Arrangements under the direction of CarlJ. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.FRANKS, William J., 74, of NorthCharleroi, died February 10.Arrangements by Carl J. Spallino FuneralHome in Charleroi.

GRATKIE, Richard Joseph, 83, of NewEagle, died January 14. Arrangementsunder the direction of Frye FuneralHome, Inc. in Monongahela.GREAVES, Mary Magdaline, 91, ofMonongahela, died January 7.Arrangements under the direction ofFrye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.HALL, Shirley Ann, 78, of NorthCharleroi, died January 22.Arrangements under the direction ofSchrock-Hogan Funeral Home &Cremation Services in Charleroi.HICKLE, William R., 53, ofMonongahela, died February 18.Arrangements under the direction ofWilliam Bautz Funeral Home in NewEagle.HUGHES, Nancy A., 77, of Speers Hill,died February 2. Arrangements underthe direction of Schrock-HoganFuneral Home & Cremation Services inCharleroi.JOSSON, Carol A., 74, of Charleroi,died February 13. Arrangements underthe direction of Schrock-HoganFuneral Home & Cremation Services inCharleroi.KARPIAK, Susan (Soltis), 94, ofCharleroi, died January 29.Arrangements under the direction ofCarl J. Spallino Funeral Home inCharleroi.KOLBE, Douglas Frederick, 52, ofCarroll Township, died January 4.Arrangements under the direction ofFrye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.LOFINK, Eugene P. “Pete”, 86, ofMonongahela, died February 13.Arrangements under the direction ofCarl J. Spallino Funeral Home inCharleroi.

LUPARELLO, James, 98, of NorthCharleroi, died February 1.Arrangements under the direction ofSchrock-Hogan Funeral Home &Cremation Services in Charleroi.MALIE, Frank P., 88, of FallowfieldTownship, died February 10.Arrangements under the direction of CarlJ. Spallino Funeral Home in Charleroi.MITCHELL, Judith Myers, 71, of WestNewton, died February 14.Arrangements under the direction ofSchrock-Hogan Funeral Home &Cremation Services in Charleroi.RICHARDSON, Oliver Uriah , 89, ofCarroll Township, died January 8.Arrangements under the direction ofFrye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.ROBBINS, Virginia L., 82, of FallowfieldTownship, died January 31.Arrangements under the direction ofSchrock-Hogan Funeral Home &Cremation Services in Charleroi.SEKORA, Shawn, 60, of Charleroi, diedJanuary 24. Arrangements under thedirection of Carl J. Spallino FuneralHome in Charleroi.

SMITH, Edna Ann, 59, of Donora, diedon January 25. Arrangements underthe direction of Frye Funeral Home,Inc. in Monongahela.SPENCER, Ruth C., 83, of Charleroi,died February 12. Arrangements underthe direction of Carl J. Spallino FuneralHome in Charleroi.TRETTEL, Rita, 88, of Charleroi, diedJanuary 31. Arrangements under thedirection of Carl J. Spallino FuneralHome in Charleroi.VANCIK, Sara Ione, 99, ofMonongahela, died January 6.Arrangements under the direction ofFrye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.VOLOSIN, Daniel, 68, of Elco, diedFebruary 13. Arrangements under thedirection of Melenyzer-DuBarr FuneralHomes & Cremation Services, Inc. inRoscoe.WARGO, Marvin E., Sr., 79, ofCharleroi, died January 29.Arrangements under the direction ofCarl J. Spallino Funeral Home inCharleroi.

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Business & Merchant NewsMVRCC March Luncheon to Feature

River Town Program DirectorThe Mon Valley

Regional Chamber ofCommerce will hold aluncheon meeting onTuesday, March 11, 2014at the MonongahelaValley Country Club,1188 Country Club Rd.Registration begins forthe event at 11:45a.m.and the program willconclude promptly at1p.m. The keynotespeaker will beCatherine McCollum,director of the RiverTown Program.

The River TownProgram, a project ofPennsylvania Environmental Council(PEC), helps communities to recognizethe river as an asset around whichpotential community and economicdevelopment can occur, and thus aresource worthy of protection. ForPEC, this program serves as a model forimplementing collaborative solutionsto environmental protection andrestoration. Cathy McCollom, whoserves as director of the River TownsProgram, has 30 years of experience increating successful community and

development pro-grams in Pennsylvaniaand Maryland.

“We were so proudthat the MonongahelaRiver was named asthe “2013 River of theYear,” said Deb Keefer,Chamber director.“We are pleased thatour Mid Mon Valleytowns are seeing thebenefits of the RiverTowns Program andare looking forward toan update fromCathy.”

More informationon the program is

available at www.rivertownspa.org andwww.pecpa.org.

Reservations are required and thecost is $15/member; $18/non-memberand may be made by calling theChamber office at 724-483-3507 or e-mailing at [email protected].

In the case of severe weather call theChamber office or watch for a postingon the Chamber Facebook page. VISA,Mastercard and Discover are acceptedand on-line registration is available atwww.mvrchamber.org.

C. Alan Walker, PA Secretary of DCED, to be Featured at April MVRCC LuncheonAn event hosted by the Mon Valley Regional Chamber

of Commerce in partnership with the Mon Yough AreaChamber of Commerce and Mon Valley ProgressCouncil will host the Secretary of the PA Department ofCommunity and Economic Development (DCED), C.Alan Walker, on April 8 at the Willow Room in RostraverTownship. Registration and networking begins at 11:30a.m. and lunch will be served promptly at noon.

Members of the Monongahela Area Chamber ofCommerce and the Greater Rostraver Chamber ofCommerce are also invited and encourage to attend thisimportant informational meeting featuring one of theCommonwealth’s top officials.

Please call the MVRCC at 724-483-3507 to make early reservations.

C. Alan Walker

The Washington CountyCommissioners were featured in apanel discussion during a MVRCCLuncheon held on February 11.Pictured at right are: (l-r) HarlanShober, Diana Irey Vaughn andChairman Larry Maggi , who spoketo a group of 70 Chamber membersand guests. Pictured aboveCharleroi's Mayor John Mollenaueraddresses the Commissioners at theluncheon.

Mon Valley Regional Chamber ofCommerce Featured Washington County

Commissioners at February Luncheon

http://www.rivertownspa.org

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Monongahela native Walter R. Cox,M.D. remembered his late mother-in-law, Nellie Fawcett Peart, with a dona-tion to Monongahela Valley Hospital’s“Focus on the Future” CapitalCampaign. He and his wife, Beth, weregrateful that she received such lovingcare at the hospital’s Charles L. andRose Sweeney Melenyzer Pavilion andRegional Cancer Center.

Thanks to Dr. Cox and hundreds ofother residents, businesses, hospitalboard members, physicians, hospitalemployees and Auxilians, the campaignwas unhindered by the slow economicrecovery and surpassed its original $2.5million goal, reaching $2.7 million.

On Thursday, February 13,Monongahela Valley Hospital officialsunveiled the inscribed bronze donorplaques honoring the donors and othermajor gifts made to the hospital’s largestcapital campaign in its history. Donorscelebrated the campaign’s unprecedent-ed success and were given a private tourof the plaques in the hospital’s mainhallway and around the campus.

“Your support has been invaluable,you are touching the lives of your fami-ly, friends and neighbors who comefrom near and far for the excellent med-ical care that we provide at Monon-gahela Valley Hospital,” Jack Fry, chair-man of the Mon-Vale Health Resources,Inc. board of directors, told attendeesprior to the tours. “You are perpetuatingMVH’s history of progress by impactingthe health of the communities we serveand I thank you.”

After the informal speeches, attendeesdivided into small groups and touredthe hospital where their individualplaques were displayed. The mainplaque between the lobby and the ele-vators is approximately11 feet wide byfive feet high and displays 245 names,with some empty spaces for futuredonors. Around the various depart-ments, 80 other plaques bear the namesof those donors who met a certain giv-

ing level in the campaign.Employees contributed to the Capital

Campaign through the “Hearts thatCare” five-year employee giving cam-paign, which raised an astonishing$317,000, more than tripling its originalgoal. Mrs. Schumacher said more than50% of all employees committed to thisfive-year donation program because itbenefitted the heating and coolingupgrades in patient rooms.

Some of the bricks and mortarimprovements made possible by thiscampaign include:

Expansion of the hospital’s first floorto add four new operating suites.

The addition of new Image GuidedRadiation Therapy (IGRT) equipmentwithin the Sweeney-Melenyzer Pavilionand Regional Cancer Pavilion.

Expansion of the Hyperbaric OxygenTreatment (HBOT) and the Center forWound Management program withinthe first floor of the Charles L. and RoseSweeney-Melenyzer Pavilion

Upgrades to the hospital’s air condi-tioning/heating systems, boilers, interi-or/exterior lighting and main electrictransformers

Monongahela Valley Hospital’s“Focus on the Future” CapitalCampaign was launched in 2011.

A donor stays behind to read the names on oneof the larger donor plaques during Monongahela

Valley Hospital’s recent plaque unveiling.

Community Celebrates MVH CapitalCampaign’s $2.7 M Success with

Plaque Unveiling and Tours

Visit us online at www.monvalleymessenger.com

23rd Annual Mon Valley Home ShowScheduled for April 4 - 6

The 23rd Annual Mon Valley Home Show, scheduled for April 4, 5, and6 at the Rostraver Ice Gardens, Rt. 51, Belle Vernon, is nearing a sellout onbooth reservations. If you haven’t reserved your booth space yet, contactLynn Grimes at 412-760-0531 or Leo Rach at 724-483-7000.

The Annual Mon Valley Home Show is an efficient way to reach a largenumber of motivated and qualified prospects for your business, productsor services. Again this year, businesses will have the opportunity to demon-strate product lines at scheduled time throughout the three-day event atthe main stage area at no additional charge.

New this year, the show will feature a wine tasting area, with four localwineries showcasing their products. The specialty market area will featurehome décor, specialty food items, health and wellness products and fash-ion accessories.

Advertising space is available in the reference buyers’ guide that will begiven to every attendee at the show for a nominal fee. This booklet will listall exhibitors’ information and can be used as a reference all year long. TheAnnual Home Show is open to the public, Friday, April 4 from 2 to 7 p.m.,Saturday, April 5 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 6 from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m.

The MACC Bus-iness of the Monthfor February isBartman, Inc.

Bartman Plumbingand One HourHeating and AirConditioning hasbeen in business inMonongahela and thesurrounding commu-nities for 38 years.We specialize inplumbing heatingand cooling service,repair and replace-ment work. We are not involved in newconstruction or commercial work.

Tim Bartman, owner, has been anactive member in the MonongahelaChamber of Commerce for over thirtyyears and 6 years as president.Bartman also local schools and youthactivities and is a family oriented-company. Brothers Ron and Bob bothhave over 30 years of experience intheir respective fields. Daughter

Crystal and her husband Josh alsowork for the company.

Says Tim Bartman, “We have beenvoted a Valley favorite in our trades forover 12 straight years. Our businesseshave always believed that aervice afterthe sale is more important than the saleitself. ‘100% satisfaction’ are not justwords at Bartman’s. It’s the way we are.”Call 724-258-9125 for plumbing and724-258-2215 for heating and cooling.

MONONGAHELA AREA CHAMBEROF COMMERCE NAMES BARTMAN, INC.

FEBRUARY BUSINESS OF THE MONTH


The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce its 2014Board of Directors. Pictured are front row (l-r): Reverend Raymond DiCamillo,Church of Nazarene; Mayor Robert Kepics; The Chamber Cheetah; Cis Fraser,Avon, Treasurer; Dr. Randall Rodriguez, Vice President; Anthony J. Bottino,Allstate Bottino Financial, President; Gary Lenzi, Carroll Township; Cathy DejeetPro, New Eagle Borough.

Back Row (l-r) Thomas Graney, Charleroi Federal Savings Bank; Dr. ColinWebster, Webster Chiropractic and Sports Rehabilitation; Karen Quinto, FirstNiagara; Michelle DeHosse, Sparkles by Shell; Chris Grilli, Grilli's Studio; andDanielle Price, Hawthorne Ventures.

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MACC Introduces 2014 Board of Directors

FairPoint Communications, Inc. is a leading communications provider ofbroadband Internet access, local and long-distance phone, television andother high-capacity data services to customers in communities across 17states.

Through its fast, reliable fiber network, FairPoint delivers high-quality dataand voice networking communications solutions to residential, business andwholesale customers. FairPoint delivers Internet services through its resilientIP-based network in northern New England. This state-of-the-art fiber net-work provides carrier ethernet connections to support the surging bandwidthand performance requirements for cloud-based applications like network stor-age, disaster recovery, distance learning, medical imaging, video conferencingand CAD/CAM along with traditional voice, VoIP, video and Internet accesssolutions.

FairPoint products and services are available in most of the Bentleyville,Ellsworth, Scenery Hill and Marianna areas. Contact FairPoint today for yourcommunication needs at 1-800-400-5568 or www.fairpoint.com.

FairPoint Communications, Inc. Chosen as MVRCC Member

Spotlight for February

FairPoint Communications, Inc. is in the Mon Valley Regional Chamber’s Member Spotlight forFebruary. Pictured here is Walter Ziemba, outside plant manager.

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The Census Bureau also estimates that nearly 6% ofAmerican households own a second home. Most of thetime the second home is located within 150 miles of theirprimary residence.

Most of these buyers are in their prime wage earningyears and are looking for an escape from their work weekrealities or an investment, or even both. Second homesare typically located near recreation areas, bodies ofwater, or mountains. Another interesting fact is that mostof these second homes are located on or near protectedland, where no new development will be permitted.

Whether it’s a lakefront cottage, a hunting cabin in themountains, or a vacation home near the ocean, you maynot have to be a millionaire to own one. A nationwidesurvey shows the median household income of second-home owners is around $46,500. Well over 7.2 millionU.S. households that owned some kind of recreationalproperty or second home for vacation purposes. Thatnumber is expected to at least double and possibly tripleover the next 5 years. With today’s continued low inter-est rates, the tax advantages a second home can bring,and a wide selection of areas experiencing appreciationagain, this is an excellent time to consider purchasing asecond home as a great get-away place that serves theadded function of being an excellent investment.

When searching for a second home, investigate the areathoroughly. You can access all types of information aboutvarious areas via the internet but it is very important tothe take time to visit the community several times. Werecommend a few months prior to and during its peak

season. Are the crowds unbearable? Is the weather unpre-dictable? Drive around. Experience the day-to-day activ-ity around potential properties. Keep in mind that youmay decide to retire to the area one day. Will the proper-ty serve two purposes? That of vacation home for nowand a retirement home later?

Your CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty Professional canhelp locally. They can even make the arrangements youcan rely on when you are looking out of state or even outof the country. We put you in touch with a qualified andtrusted expert in the area you desire. This way you canhave confidence that we are overseeing your best inter-ests.

Remember, vacation homes remain a good investmentand provide substantial deductions on yearly tax forms,but please remember to consult a tax preparer or certifiedaccountant, to calculate your personal tax benefits ofowning a second home.

Relaxing in your new home in that dream vacation spotis not out of your reach. More and more Americans arerealizing that owning a vacation home is do-able and agood investment and a peaceful retreat for years to come.

Let's Talk Real

Estateby ROGERDOLANCH

Broker/Owner

Time for aSecond Home?

Finleyville 724-348-7470Belle Vernon 724-929-2180

McMurray 724-941-8680

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Tom Jolley NamedCentury 21 Agent

of the MonthCentury 21 Frontier Realty is proud to

announce that Tom Jolley has earned the presti-gious Century 21 Real Estate, LLC Emerald LevelMasters Award for his outstanding 2013 produc-tion. He is invited to attend the exclusive Century21 Top Agent Retreat this summer.Congratulations are in order! Tom Jolley

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mmoovvee eeaacchh yyeeaarr..That’s 14% of the entire population

of the United States.23.4 million people move within the same county.7.7 million people move within the same state.

7.6 million people move to a different state.

1.2 million people move to a different country altogether.

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March Meetings Scheduled for Women's Business Network

The Women’s Business Network’s mission is to provide personal and profes-sional resources to advance the presence of aspiring and successful business-women. Visit www.wbninc.com. Local area meetings will be held as follows:

• The McMurray Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at The Meadows (MezzanineLevel), 210 Racetrack Rd. inWashington on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, March 5and 19. Contact Melissa Ball at 412-885-4139.

• The Mon Valley Chapter meets at 9:15 a.m. at Sparkles by Shell, 246 W. MainStreet in Monongahela on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, March 6 and 20. ContactAmanda Ciranni Fisher at 724-309-5120.

• The Washington Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread – Trinity Pointon the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, March 12 and 26. Contact Jennifer Englert at724-462-1067.

• The Bethel Park Chapter meets at 6 p.m. at the Bethel Park MunicipalBuilding, 5100 W. Library Ave. in Bethel Park on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, March6 and 20. Contact Tamra McKenna at 412-885-5162.

The Pet Market, located at 1741 Rostraver Rd. in Belle Vernon, was establishedin May of 2012. Owners Lisa D’Antonio and Rose Mikel wanted to offer somethingspecial and healthy for the community’s four-legged friends.

The store has expanded its selection of quality, natural pet foods as well as rawdiets for dogs and cats. They also offer a full service grooming facility, as well as aself-pet wash. Supplies for reptiles, birds, fish and other small animals are alsooffered at the location.

The Pet Market strives to offer the best products for your pet’s health and well-being. They carry a large selection of natural foods and treats made in the USA.Pets and their humans are both welcome in the shop.

The Pet Market offers a customer loyalty card that gives back 5% off of all pur-chases. The Pet Market is committed to supporting local, non-profit animal relat-ed charities. The store does not sell dogs or cats, but instead uses their influenceto educate pet parents on the benefits of feeding quality foods. They pride them-selves in being locally owned and operated and care about pets and the people wholove them. The Pet Market would like to thank their community for the continuedsupport and for shopping small local businesses. For more information, call 724-243-3202.

Pictured are (l-r): GRC Board Member Lynn Grimes holding Charlie; Owner Rose Mikel; GRCBoard Members Jerry Harper, Jennifer Codeluppi and Cathy Yurkovich; Owner Lisa D’Antonio AKA

Skippy; GRC Board Members Bernie Zunie,Deb Puglia, and Jennifer Cartoa.

Greater Rostraver Chamber ofCommerce Names The Pet MarketFebruary Business of the Month

Recent circulation audit and survey information from CirculationVerification Council* has revealed that 125,333 people whoread The Messenger Newspapers plan to buy lawn and garden

supplies in the next 12 months.

That’s real buyers. Buyers you can have by having your ad messagein The Messenger Newspapers.

So act now! Call your newspaper representative. They will show youhow to get your share of this valuable buying potential.

* Circulation Verificaton Council Audit & Survey, 2013

P.O. Box 13363 Pittsburgh, PA. 15243 Phone/Fax: 412.249.8177 www.unionfinley.com

Washington County Tourism GrantProgram to Continue in 2014

Applications are now available for the 2014 Tourism Grants Program,administered by the Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency.Funded through hotel room tax revenue, this program is offered to localnon-profit organizations engaged in tourism promotion and/or develop-ment in Washington County. Organizations seeking funding for tourismmarketing and/or capital projects aimed at increased or enhanced visita-tion may request guidelines and the application by calling 724-225-3010or emailing [email protected]. Application deadline isMarch 31, 2014.

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Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame Banquet Set for June 20Seven New Inductees to Be Honored


SPORTSThe Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall

of Fame will hold its 21th annual ban-quet at The Willow Room in RostraverTownship on Friday, June 20, at 5:30p.m.

This year, seven new inductees willbe welcomed into the mythical SportsHall of Fame conceived by newspa-permen Floyd France and JohnBunardzya. This brings the total num-ber of inductees to 219. The original Mon Valley Sports Writers Hall of Fame started in 1951 with the selection of Stan Musial and Bert Rechichar.

The class of 2014 is comprised of Milfred “Bubby” Holmes; the late John Maczuzak; Maurice Mathieu; Heather Ferrari Milkent; Tony Segzda;Chuck Smith; and Ed Zuraw.

The MMVASHOF selection committee includes Chairman Brian Herman; Carl Crawley, Jr; Dale Hamer; Tom Jenkins; Bill Kubin; Randy Marino;Stan Milchovich; Steve Russell; and Bill Hughes.

The Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame is one of 28 chapters of The Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame comprised of four geographicalregions. Organized with its induction class in 1963, the state ceremonial dinner rotates between the four regions. The Mid Mon Valley chapter hasinducted 17 members into the state Hall of Fame.

Milfred Holmes Heather Ferrari Milkent Maurice Mathieu John A. Maczuzak Tony Segzda Charles Smith

Ed Zuraw


School News...School NewsThe Village Hosts Successful

Grandparents' Breakfast Despite Snowy Weather

The Village Early Childhood Education Center,located in California, PA, held their annual VillageGrandparents’ Breakfast at the California UnitedMethodist Church at 10 a.m. on Monday, January 3.

The children seemed to really enjoy the snowy walk down the block to thechurch from The Village. The breakfast provided our children with an opportu-nity to spend quality time with family and friends.

The program began with a welcome and a few brief remarks by our director.The children then came to the front of the room and sang several songs for theirfamilies, and then they offered a blessing.

Breakfast was catered by the ladies of the California United Methodist Church.It featured biscuits with eggs, ham, sausage, and cheese. There was a variety offresh fruit and berries, along with several different yogurt parfaits. An amazingarray of baked delights highlighted the buffet. Following the breakfast, the chil-dren thanked the Methodist ladies before their teachers walked them back up thehill to The Village.

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Madonna Catholic Regional School Announces 2nd Quarter Honor Roll

GRADE 8Highest HonorsOlivia Behanna, Gabrielle Fronzaglio, Sarah Grandinette, Lindsey Koziel,Aislyn LeeHigh HonorsSophie Burkholder, Taylor DeLattre, Christina Ferrari, Rachael Funtal, LenaGalilei, Luke Greaves, Nathan SchollaertHonorsShellee Flament, Alyssa Guzik, Hannah Williams

GRADE 7High HonorsNina Alvarez, Chase Angotti, Madison WalshHonorsElizabeth Quattrone, Anthony Romasco, Carina Villella

GRADE 6Highest HonorsJennie Bostich, Jake Caldwell, Shane SimpsonHigh HonorsAmara Behanna, Morgan Motycki, Jillian Scherer, Frank StartareHonorsMickey Falappi

Madonna Catholic Regional

SCHOOL NEWS

"Where Faith and Knowledge Meet"

Monongahela Valley Hospital’s36-FunctionMultiphasic BloodAnalysisSaturday, March 29 � 7 to 10 am

A small bloodsample can detectdiseases ofmajororgans and thecirculatory system.

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Ringgold High School to Perform ‘Tarzan’

Ringgold High School is premiering Tarzan March 6, 7, and 8, 2014. Written by Tony Award-winning playwright David Henry Hwang, Tarzan is

based on Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan of the Apes and the 1999 Disney animatedfilm. With exciting music by pop icon Phil Collins, including the Grammy andOscar winning song "You'll Be In My Heart", Tarzan will please audiences of allages. The cast includes students from Ringgold High, Middle and ElementarySchools. The Ringgold High School Orchestra, together with several adult musi-cians, will provide the music for the show, conducted by Dawn Mason.

Tarzan tells the story of an infant boy orphaned off the shores of West Africawho is raised by a tribe of gorillas. The young boy strives for acceptance by his apefather while grappling with his uniqueness. When a human expedition arrives,Tarzan, now a man, encounters strangers like himself for the first time.

With the guidance of musical director, Diane Ader, drama director LeslieWeinstien, and set designer Larry Johnson, amazing changes have taken place atthe high school to prepare for this production. The stage has been turned into anAfrican jungle and over 30 actors will be transformed into gorillas with the help ofRinggold student and makeup artist Cheyanne Swaney and highly talented make-up artists from Douglas Education Center. Also, Ringgold teacher and costumedesigner, Katie Johnston, along with volunteers, turned over 500 donated t-shirtsinto gorilla costumes.

Show time is 7 p.m. for Thursday and Friday, March 6 and 7, and there will be a2 p.m. matinee on Saturday, March 8.

Advanced tickets for Tarzan will be on sale at Ringgold High School, in the backof the auditorium Monday - Thursdays from 3 - 5 p.m., Fridays from 3 - 4 p.m.and Saturdays from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Reserved seating is $8 per person and gener-al admission is $5 per person.

General admission tickets will be also be sold at the door starting 1 hour beforeshow time for each performance.

Check out www.ringgoldchoirs.org for preview pictures.

Pictured are: John Ermlick (Kerchak) in front and in back, (l-r): Sarah Krempasky (Kala); HaleyHoffman (young Terk); Zack Mendola (Tarzan); and Tori Sevick (Jane).

SCHOOL NEWS

CHS Students Present The Wizard of Oz March 7th, 8th, and 9th

Charleroi Area Stu-dents will present TheWizard of Oz on March7, 8 and 9 at theCharleroi High SchoolAuditorium. Show timesare 7:30 p.m. on Fridayand Saturday, March 7and 8, and 2 p.m. onSunday, March 9.Tickets are $8 and areavailable at the door.Box office opens 2 hoursbefore each perform-ance.

Pictured are some of the cast members of The Wizard of Oz.

Ringgold Elemen-tary School Northheld its annualScience Fair onJanuary 24; 2014.Open to students in3rd, 4th, and 5thgrades, 30 individ-ual/group projectswere submitted by 37students. Participantsmet with the judges topresent their projectsand perform experi-ments. Judging thisyear was handled byretired science teach-ers Randy Kohler and Rick Shutok.They both work for Science Matters.

THE 2014 WINNERS ARE: 3RD GRADE1st place – Aidan Fausnaught – Fruit vs. Veggie2nd place (tie) – Jacob Pehowic – Jet Boat; Blake Seliga – Washing Hands3rd place (tie) – Claire Powell – Staticky Pepper; Alexis Bresselsmith/ Sydney Wilson – How does vinegar react when mixed with different ingredients?4TH GRADE1st place – Kendal Morgan – Paw Preference2nd place (tie) – Kirra Gerard – Easy

Peasy Potato Chip Greasy – Which is

the least greasy potato chip?; DaniBagnell/Zoey Mundorff – PennyCleaner Project

3rd place – Makayla Donovan/Brooke Mihalik – What paper towel is strongest?5TH GRADE1st place – Tyler Smida – Don’t let heat and money flow out the window – paned vs. double paned windows.2nd place – Delaney McGee/Colton Cartwright – Get your heart pumping3rd place – Shannon Callihan – Series vs. Parallel circuitsCarnegie Science Center donated free

passes to the first place winners.Congratulations to those students whowon and to all of the participants for ajob well done.

Ringgold Elementary School North Holds Annual Science Fair

Front Row: Alexis Bresselsmith; Makayla Donovan; Kendal Morgan;Blake Seliga; Aidan Fausnaught; Claire Powell; Tyler Smida. Back

Row: Brooke Mihalik; Dani Bagnell; Shannon Callihan; ZoeyMundorff; Jacob Pehowic; Colton Cartwright; Kirra Gerard; Delaney

McGee. Not pictured; Sydney Wilson.

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Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring avariety of informative progra.m.s duringMarch. Many of the events will be held in thehospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi EducationConference Center (ECC) unless otherwisenoted.

MAMM & GLAMM - Saturday, March 1from 8a.m. - 2 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX.This event offers women who have pre-scriptions for mammograms free pamperingafter receiving their screenings in a relaxingatmosphere. To schedule an appointment,call 724-379-1911. MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - Tuesday,March 4 – Thursday, March 6 from 8:30 –11:30 a.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Learnmore about food choices, dining out, andhow your eating habits affect your bloodglucose control. To register, call 724-258-1483.BONE DENSITY SCREENING - Wednes-day, March 5 from 1 - 3 p.m.This free, pain-less screening will indicate if you need amore extensive test and if you have osteo-porosis.For more information, call 724-348-6699.CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION CLASS -Wednesday, March 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 7– 9 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. A four-week series of prenatal education classesdesigned to prepare couples for their baby’sbirth. To register, call 724-258-BABY ext. 9.IS WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY RIGHT FORYOU? - Monday, March 10 at 6 p.m., ECC.MVH has teamed up with Magee-WomensHospital of UPMC to provide this session

designed to give those individuals strug-gling with weight loss the facts to choosetheir best option. To register, call 412-641-3632.RSDS SUPPORT GROUP - Tuesday, March11 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., ECC. For moreinformation, call 724-929-9492.BETTER BREATHERS CLUB - Tuesday,March 11 from 2 – 3 p.m., ECC. This groupmeets the second Tuesday of every month.For more information, call 724-258-1932 or724-344-0287.INNOVATIONS – AM I AT RISK FORDIABETES? - Wednesday, March 12 at 6p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Alexander Tal,M.D., endocrinologist, will present a freeprogra.m. to discuss diabetes care and pre-vention. To register, call 724-258-1333.MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - Tuesday,March 18 – Thursday, March 20 from 6 – 9p.m., ECC. To register, call 724-258-1483.TALK WITH A DOC: CARPEL TUNNELSYNDROME - Monday, March 17 from 1 –3 p.m., Bethel Park Municipal Building,Daniel T. Stewart, M.D., an orthopedic sur-geon specializing in hand surgery, will dis-cuss the causes and treatments of carpaltunnel syndrome. To register, call 724-258-1333.IS WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY RIGHT FORYOU? - Monday, March 17 at 5:30 p.m.,Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. MVH has teamedup with Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMCto provide this session designed to giveindividuals struggling with weight loss thefacts to choose their best option. To register,call 412-641-3632 or 412-802-8299.

TALK WITH A DOC: ARE YOUR BONESSTRONG? - Thursday, March 20 at 10 a.m.,Center in the Woods, 130 Woodland Court,Brownsville. A free bone density screeningwill be available following the presentation.To register, call 724-258-1333.AUXILIARY SOUPER LUNCHEON -Thursday, March 20 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.,ECC. Enjoy soup or salad for lunch today.Sponsored by the Auxiliary of Mon-ValeHealth Resources, Inc. PFor more informa-tion, call 724-258-1167.BREASTFEEDING CLASS - Monday,March 24 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-ValeHealthPLEX. For more information, call724-258-BABY (2229) ext. 9.SHINGLES VACCINE CLINIC - Tuesday,March 25 from 10 a.m. – Noon, HealthyDirections at Finleyville Giant Eagle.To reg-ister, call 724-348-6699.INNOVATIONS – CIRCULATION PROB-LEMS IN LIMBS - Tuesday, March 25 at 6p.m., ECC. Ghassan Abu-Ha.m.ad, M.D.,MVH’s new vascular surgeon, will present afree progra.m. to discuss peripheral arterialdisease (PAD). To register, call 724-258-1333.ADULT CPR INSTRUCTION - Tuesday,March 25 from 6 - 9 p.m., ECC. Adult car-diopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) classesare offered by Monongahela Valley Hospitalin conjunction with Valley Health andSafety Training Center. The $40 fee ispayable to VHSTC and advance registrationis required by calling 724-684-9536.ADVANCED CARBOHYDRATE COUNT-ING - Wednesday, March 26 from 9 - 11

a.m., ECC. This is a diabetes self-manage-ment class that focuses on counting carbo-hydrate intake. To register, call 724-258-1483.DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - Monday,March 26 at 6 p.m., ECC. The topic will be,“Advances in Insulin Pumps.” To register,call 724-258-1483.STROKE SUPPORT GROUP - Thursday,March 27 from 1 – 2:30 p.m., ECC. Thegroup meets the last Thursday of eachmonth. For more information, call 724-258-1455.PUBLIC FIRST-AID INSTRUCTION -Thursday, March 27 from 6 – 9 p.m., ECC.Adult first aid classes. The $30 fee is payableto VHSTC and advance registration isrequired by calling 724-684-9536.MULTIPHASIC BLOOD ANALYSIS -Saturday, March 29 from 7 - 10 a.m., ECC.This 36-function screening costs only $25and is open to the public. Registrationsmust be made Monday through Friday from8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. by calling 724-258-1282.

*April Coming Attraction *SMOKING CESSATION CLASSES -Tuesday, April 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 6 - 8p.m., Monongahela Valley Hospital. Classesare offered at no charge to Primary CareResource Center (PCRC) patients, MVHemployees and anyone with a referral froman MVH-affiliated primary care physician.For all others, the cost is $20. To register,call 724-258-1932.

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The Mon Valley YMCA is pleased torelease its March/April spring schedule ofclasses:

Adult ProgramsBalanced Body includes 45 weekly

classes including low intensity classesfor beginners and active adults includ-ing: Yoga, Circuit, and Walk Off thePounds. For a more athletic work outthere’s Basic Training, Cycle, PUMP, andTotal Body Training. If you love music,there’s Senior Swing or Strut. Greatercalorie burning comes with Step,Cardio Kick, and Cardio Combo. Torelax, stretch and strengthen, there’sBreathe, incorporating Yoga, Pilates,and Qigong. Balanced Body beginsMarch 3rd for a 9-week session and isfree to members.

Zumba includes 8 weekly classes, isinspired by Latin dance, and provides afun, easy to follow workout. Beginnerlevel classes are on Monday andWednesdays at 7:15 p.m.

Water exercise begins on March 10and includes the following shallowwater classes: Arthritis, Aqua Fit, SplashDance, Aqua Zumba, and Splash. Deepwater classes include Wet Vest, AquaPower, and Advanced Wet Vest. Splash,Tuesdays at 9:30 AM and Fridays at11:00 AM, is free to members.

Tai Chi, held on Monday andWednesday mornings at 11:45 and11:30 a.m. respectively, begins a 9-weeksession on March 3. This mind-body

practice referred to as moving medita-tion is free to members.

Youth ProgramsBoot Camp for Kids begins a new

session on March 3rd and is offered freeto members. Ages 5-8 can sign up forMondays or Wednesdays at 5:45 p.m.Class for 8-13 year olds is held onWednesdays at 6:30 p.m.

Jump & Wiggle is held on Tuesdaysat 6:45 p.m. for 3-4 year olds and at7:00 p.m. for 5-year-olds. Children willgain coordination, socialization, andlearn to follow directions.

Kinder Gym, held on Mondays atnoon for kids ages 3-5, begins on March24 for a 6-week session.

Kinder Soccer, held on Tuesdays at11:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m., starts onMarch 25 and teaches soccer funda-mentals to 3-5-year-olds.

For more information, check out ourwebsite, http://monvalleyymca.org, andclick on “current programs.” Register orinquire at 724-483-8077.

Spring Group Fitness Classes Announced at Mon Valley YMCA

New Sessions of Group Fitness Classes Scheduled for March and April

The Practice of K. Gosai, MD & A.J.Gandhi, MD have taken their show onthe road to many high schools andmiddle schools throughout Wash-ington, Allegheny and WestmorelandCounties. To date, the group has deliv-ered their message to more than 8,000students and unfortunately less than800 parents.

How we helped:With the participation of the district

attorneys, coroners, drug and alcoholprogram coordinators, DEA, the USAttorney General, as well as, many localphysicians the students were educatedabout:

• What to do when a friend or fellowstudent over dosed in front of them.

• Where to call when they need help.• Who the SAP (Student Assistance

Program) representatives were for theirschool.

• The daily struggles of a grievingmother.

• How a recovering addict started heraddition at the age of 12.

• How a recovering addict continuesto struggle.

• What the coroner feels like going toan overdosed person’s home to tell thefamily.

• How to question a physician if areunsure about taking controlled medica-tions.

• How medications should be lockedup.

• How a medication prescribed for

one person does not mean it is okay forsomeone else to take.

How we struggle:• In 2013, there were more than 60

prescription drug overdose deaths inWashington County and more than 110in Westmoreland County. It has trulybecome an epidemic.

• Community participation was verylow at the evening programs at allschools

• We have been unable to reach thefamily members of the students beingaffected by this epidemic.

How you can help:• Lock up your medications (just as

you would a gun in your home).• Educate yourself and your family

on the signs and symptoms of drugabuse.

• Report drug activity to the properauthorities.

• Spread the word about upcomingRX Drug Summits in your area. Pleasewatch our website at: www.gosai-gand-himd.com or on Facebook at: south-west medicalcenter.

Upcoming summits:April 2 – California Area School

DistrictApril 9 – Belle Vernon Area School

DistrictApril 24 – Bentworth Area School

DistrictMay 16 – Burgettstown

2014 Prescription Drug Abuse Summits

Pictured are: Gene Vittone, Washington County district attorney; Lori Spina, program coordinator;Dr. Anant J. Gandhi, program sponsor.

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Upcoming Events at Saint Agnes Parish

Saint Agnes Parish, 3 Church St.,Richeyville, is holding the followingevents.

Mardi Gras - March 1, sponsored bySaint Agnes Ladies Guild in Richeyvillein the church social hall. Doors open at5 p.m. and dinner is served at 6.Dancing is from 7 - 11 p.m. featuring“The Best of Times.” Tickets are $20each or 2 for $35. Contact Patty Prekrelat 724-785-3720 for tickets or details.Tickets may be purchased at the door.

Fish Fry - in the social hall AshWednesday and all Fridays during lentfrom 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Menu con-sists of fish, shrimp, crab cakes, tuna,fries, wraps, soup, cabbage & noodles,mac & cheese & more. Eat in or takeout. To order, call 724-632-5857.

Fish Fry Dinners Scheduled atCokeburg Presbyterian Church

Cokeburg Presbyterian Church, 100Washington St., will be holding fish frydinners on March 5, 21, April 4 and 18from 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Eat-in or take-out available. Fish dinners, shrimp din-ners, fish sandwiches, macaroni andcheese dinners, cabbage and noodles.For more information, call 724-239-4829.

Fish Fries Scheduled atMonongahela’s St. Paul's

Episcopal Church

St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 130 W.Main Street, Monongahela, will be hold-ing their Original Fish Fry every Fridayduring Lent. The dates will be March 7,14, 21, 28, April 4, 11 and 18. Eat in ortake out. Sandwiches will be $6.50 anddinners, which include French fries,coleslaw and fish sandwich, will be $9.Call 724-258-7792 for details.

Fish Fries Scheduled at Donora’sCalvary United Presbyterian

Calvary United Presbyterian Church,8th and Thompson Ave. in Donora, willhold a fish fry, starting on AshWednesday and running every Fridayduring Lent, including Good Friday.Food will be served from 11 a.m. to 6p.m. The menu will consist of fish sand-wiches, haluski, homemade perogies,soups, mac and cheese, fries, shrimpand crab cake dinners, fried dough anddesserts. You may eat in or take out. Forlocal deliveries, call 724-379-8285.Homemade candy will be sold to bene-fit the Rev. Katherine Day and her mis-sionary work in Rwanda, Africa.

Upcoming Events at First UnitedMethodist Church in

Monongahela

Sunday Worship Service8:45 a.m. - Early Service11 a.m. - Morning Worship (nursery

available)9:45 a.m. - Christian Education for all

agesWeekly activitiesWednesday - 5:30 - 7 p.m., Youth

Group FellowshipThursday - 6 p.m., Adult Choir. Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts meet

weeklyMarch 4, 7 p.m. - Book Study. New

book - To Die.March 29, 3 p.m. - Make a Joyful

Noise Workshop. Interested in learningabout musical instruments? Come andlearn how each instrument is playedand sounds with Melanie Sandrock.

March 29, 4 to 7 p.m. – Ham dinnerin our social hall.

Missions Table will be collecting dur-ing Lent; proceeds go to World Vision.

March 5, 7 p.m. - Ash WednesdayService. Combined service with FirstUnited Methodist Church and the FirstChristian Church. Rev. GeraldDemarest will preach. Ashes andCommunion available.

Lenten Luncheons, sponsored by theMonongahela Ministerial Association,

will be held each Wednesday withlunch at 11:45 a.m. for $3 with servicefollowing in Simpson Chapel. Eachweek a different church is in charge ofthe luncheon:

March 5 - First United MethodistChurch

March 12 - Riverview Baptist ChurchMarch 19 - First Presbyterian ChurchMarch 26 - First Baptist ChurchApril 2 - First Christian ChurchApril 9 - TBAApril 16 - St. Damien of MolokaiFirst United Methodist Church is

located at 430 West Main St.,Monongahela. For more information,call 724-258-7054 or visit www.fumc-mon.com.

Bible Alliance Church Presents Guest Speaker

Bible Alliance Church Event Center,West Newton, presents an evening ofworship and praise with Judah First &Saltlight Drama Team, with specialguest speaker, The Rev. Alfred L.Thompson, Jr., on Sunday, March 23 at6 p.m. This is a time of celebration andconnecting people with Jesus Christ bycreating an environment where peoplecan experience the presence of Godthrough worship. Childcare will be pro-vided. For more information, visitbacwn.com.

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CAMA Invites Publicto Lenten Services

Charleroi Area MinisterialAssociation (CAMA) invites Charleroiand the surrounding communities to itsannual Sunday evening Lenten Servicesand fellowship.

This year’s host churches and speak-ers are as follows:

Sunday, March 9 - Christ LutheranChurch, 601 Washington Ave.,Charleroi, Pr. Diane Hobson

Sunday, March 16 - Holy GhostChurch, 828 Meadow Ave., Charleroi,Fr. Jay Ragan

Sunday, March 23 - First ChristianChurch, 61 Walnut Ridge, Charleroi, Fr.Robert Hanna

Sunday, March 30 - Speers UnitedMethodist Church, 810 Jane St.,Charleroi, Pr. Charles Cochran

Sunday, April 6 - St. Mary’s Anglican,509 Sixth St., Charleroi, Pr. Lori Walters

No Palm Sunday ServiceAll services begin at 7 p.m. and are

followed by a time of fellowship andlight refreshments. All are invited toattend.

Pastor Jeff Kipp Guest Speaker atPricedale Union Church

Pastor Jeff Kipp will be the guestspeaker at the Men’s Fellowship Brunchon Saturday, March 22 at 3 p.m. atPricedale Union Church, 203 JohnsonAve., Belle Vernon. Normally, the Men’sFellowship holds a breakfast on the lastSaturday of each month, Septemberthrough May. This is a special time slotfor Pastor Kipp.

Pastor Jeff has an enthusiastic andcolorful background as a “long-hairedJewish hippie born in Brooklyn, NewYork.” He has a testimony that youwon’t want to miss! His topic for thebrunch is the Jewish holiday of Purim.

All men from the Valley are invited toattend. There is no charge for thebrunch and the progra.m. but a freewilloffering will be taken to defray the costof the food, which will be made by ourin-house chef, John Mimidis. For moreinformation, please call 724-929-9588.

March Events Scheduled atSmithton’s UUCS

Unitarian Universalist Congregationof Smithton, 251 Second St., will holdthe following events in March.

In a continuation of the year-longtheme on equality, we will continue theseries titled “Rainbow Rising: Ridingthe Wave of Equality.” In addition, dur-ing March's Women in History month,we will dedicate a service to strongwomen, in the church and in the com-munity as we celebrate the birthday of achurch marm extraordinaire. We willhost the Rev. Nancy Mears (UCC) as aguest in the pulpit during March.

Here is the schedule of services forMarch 2014. Each service begins at 11a.m. and is followed by fellowship.

March 2 - It's Not Easy Being Green:Coming Out and Staying Visible by Rev.Rebecca M. Cartus

March 9 - A Lay-Led ServiceMarch 16 - Gorgeous Girls, Lovely

Ladies, Wise Women by Rev. RebeccaM. Cartus and Ms. Gena Wade

March 23 - Guest in the Pulpit - TheRev. Nancy Mears (UCC)

March 30 - A Lay-Led ServiceIn addition, the UUCS presents a

dream workshop, “The Stuff ThatDreams Are Made Of,” on Sundays,March 2 and 23. Each workshop is heldat the Unitarian UniversalistCongregation of Smithton, 251 SecondSt., and runs from 1 until 3 p.m.

Everyone is invited. There is no cost.Reservations are not needed. For moreinformation, call 724-872-5056.

First Baptist Church ofMonongahela Offering Dave

Ramsey Financial Course

First Baptist Church of Monongahela,601 West Main St., will be offering the"Dave Ramsey: Financial Peace" coursestarting Saturday, March 22 from 3:00until 5:00 PM for 9 weeks consecutive-ly. For details please contact FirstBaptist church at 724-258-7750 or visitdaveramsey.com and click on “Find AClass”.

ECK’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

724-310-35701574 Fourth St., Monongahela1 – Pig Roast and Pens Outdoor Game

ELRAMA TAVERN

412-384-3630 1520 Rt. 837, Elrama1 – Trinity Wiseman4 – Fat Tuesday w/ Todd Jones & Friends8 – Mark Cyler10 – Colors & Bottles14 – St Patty’s Weekend kick off w/Clinton Clegg18 – Open Jam Night22 – JD Taylor & Jimmy24 – Colors & Bottles25 – Bar Bingo29 – Justin Kunzelman

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AND LOUNGE

724-258-4755 1221 W. Main St., Monongahela1 – Prime Time 7 – 5 Minutes of Fame Karaoke 8 – Country Gems14 – Eldorado Kings15 – Fungus21 – DJ Barto22 – White Rose Karaoke 28 – DJ A-Z 29 – Hard Knoxx

HOT HOUSE TAP AND GRILLE

724-258-4212 807 Dry Run Rd., Monongahela15 – St. Patty's Day Party, open at noonTuesdays – Josie McQueenThursdays – Josie McQueen

RINKY DINKS ROADHOUSE

724-228-1059339 Amity Ridge Rd., Amity 1 – Stone Senate8 – Jackson T. Gardner14 – Ruff Creek21 – Andy Gregg & The Second HandBand & Wayne “The Train” Hancock23 – Bluegrass Sunday w/ The FoghornString Band29 – Ruff Creek

SALATINO’S RIVER HOUSE CAFÉ

724-565-5700506 McKean Ave., Charleroi1 – King’s Randsom8 – Sputzy14 – St. Patty Happy Hour15 – St. Patrick Celebration w/ BagpiperMusic & DJ22 – Open Jukebox29 – Stampede

SWEENEY’S STEAKHOUSE

724-929-83831713 Rostraver Rd., Belle Vernon1 – DJ Stan7 – DJ Kooge8 – J&R Entertainment14 – J&R Entertainment15 – DJ Steve21 – DJ Steve22 – J&R Entertainment28 – DJ Kooge29 – Silkwood Shower BandThursdays – DJ Ben Karaoke

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RIVERSIDE PLACE MARCH EVENTS

Riverside Place is located at 303 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi. For more information onany upcoming events, call 724-483-5800.Miracle Ear - March 12 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. clean hearing aids, evaluations.Pizza and Pizza Burger Sale - Friday, March 7 and 21. $1.25 for plain pizza, $1.50for pepperoni and $5 for pizza burger and a can of pop.St. Patrick’s Day Catered Lunch - Thursday, March 13. Cost is $8. Music from 11a.m. - 1 p.m. Lunch will be at 12:30 p.m.Fish Fry - Wednesday, March 5 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Fish sandwich $6 and Frenchfries $2. Fish Fry is also Friday, March 14 and Friday, March 28.Murphy’s 5&10 Saturday Subs - sub only $4 or 8” sub, chips and pop $5. We willbe selling them on Monday, March 3 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.Pittsburgh Mall Trip - Thursday, March 20, $10. Leave 9 a.m. return 3 p.m.Meadows Trip - Monday, March 17, $15. Leave at 9 a.m. and return at 5 p.m.Country Singer Donnie Cameron - Friday, March 21 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.Bobby Shawn Singer - Friday, March 7 at 11 a.m.Kenny and Chip Oldies Songs - Friday, March 28 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.Zumba Exercise - every Monday and Wednesday from 4:45 - 5:45 p.m. Euchre Cards - every Friday at 1 p.m.Euchre - every Saturday at 6 p.m.Bingo - every Wednesday at 1 p.m.Blood Pressures with Helen Andreas - Tuesday, March 11 at 11 a.m.

AprilThe West Newton Senior Center has

announced their April one day bus tripwill be on April 5, 2014 to Dover, Ohio.Cost is $99. Arrive in Dover at 10:30a.m., pick up a local guide and proceedto JE Reeve's Victorian Mansion, hometo the area's first millionaire. Enjoy aguided tour of the mansion and viewthe original furnishings and belongings.It's just like the family just stepped outfor dinner.

12:30 p.m. - dine in the carriagehouse surrounded by the family cars,memorabilia and local history. Menuwill be roast beef, mashed potatoes,green beans with almonds, salad anddessert.

1:30 p.m. - depart to Walnut Creek,visit Lam and Light Candle Ami8hCottage Industry. Enjoy a demonstra-tion of carving and receive a small can-dle to take home.

2:30 p.m. - to Cobelentz Chocolatesto watch candy being made, handdipped by workers and enjoy samples.Also we will stop at Walnut CreekCheese and bakery.

3:30 p.m. - depart to Walnut CreekFlea Market for shopping time.

5 p.m. - depart for home.We will leave at 7:30 a.m. from

behind Giant Eagle, Robertson St. inWest Newton. Your full payment isyour reservation. Send to 103 E. MainSt., West Newton, PA 16089 or call LouAnn at 724-872-4976. Cancellationsapproved only if you replace yourself.Deadline is March 5.

MayThe West Newton Senior Center has

announced their May one day bus tripwill be on May 24, 2014 to Geneva,Ohio. Cost is $99.

Enter the Oak Room and travel backin time to the roaring twenties. Mr. Biggwill welcome your group to the Cat'sMeow Speak Easy. Learn about therumrunner in beautiful Geneva, Ohio.Enjoy a mini musical production withcostumed actors in this historical the-ater. Guests will enjoy deviled eggs andthree baby back ribs, chips and threewine samples. You’ll get a bag ofwhiskey sticks to take home.

We’ll stop at Old Firehouse WineryShop for fine wines at this quaint win-ery located on the Lake Erie shorelinein the resort town of Geneva on theLake, Grand River Cellars. This wineryis rich in history and is nestled into thewoods in Madison, Ohio.

Lunch is served with costumed wait-resses and waiters to add to the fun. Themenu is fruit cocktail, Romaine lettucetopped with shredded parmesancheese, croutons and Caesar dressing,chicken parm served with penne pastatopped with homemade sauce. Finishwith homemade pineapple upsidedown cake. After dinner, guests willtaste 3 samples of wine.

The Jefferson Historical VillageRemembrance of Woman Temperancemovement is strong at the JeffersonDepot. Listen to their side of this con-troversial prohibition movement. Takea tour of the historical village as yourcostumed guides explain their side ofthe story.

Finish your day at Victoria's CountryCorner, with free gifts, collectibles,dolls, wine and alpaca ware.

We will leave at 6 a.m. from behindGiant Eagle in West Newton. Full pay-ment is your reservation to 103 E. MainSt., West Newton, PA 15089 or call 724-872-4976. Cancellations approved onlyif you replace yourself.

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To be in business for 75 years, youhave to be able to adjust to the timesand know the trends of the changingmarket.

For J&D Waterproofing of Canons-burg, the annual Pittsburgh Home &Garden Show scheduled for the DavidL. Lawrence Convention Center willnot only give them a chance to show-case their product, it will show that theyare in touch with the emerging newroom in many homes. That roomwould be the “Man Cave.”

“This is something that is taking offeverywhere,” said Shawn Raneri, mar-keting manager for J&D, which hasbeen in Canonsburg for more than 30years after getting its start in MtWashington in 1939. “It’s especiallytaken off since the Discovery Channelstarted a “Man Cave” show. We thinkthat if (a customer) is waterproofing abasement, why not finish it and make itsomething that the whole family canutilize?”

Raneri, along with installation man-ager Charlie Post, office manager CindyGzikowski, J&D general manager ChadHess superintendent John Williams andowner Joseph Billante decided thatespecially to mark the company’s 75thanniversary, they wanted to do some-thing unique. The decision was made toshow visitors to the home show how a“Man Cave” can be created in basementspace.

Raneri noted that an addition of sucha space in a home increases its value.

The Home and Garden Show has longbeen a successful endeavor for J&D

Waterproofing, which has remained afamily-owned company since its found-ing by Joseph and Dolores Billante, acontracting company to be trusted byhome owners at a time when the homeimprovement industry was in its infan-cy. Hess said J&D Waterproofing hasbeen taking part in the PittsburghHome and Garden Show for manyyears, and visitors have come to expectto see their representatives and displays.

J&D has survived as a family owned-business through three generations. In2007, Joseph W. Billante, Jr., the grand-son of the founder, became the thirdJoseph Billante to head up the company.

The past 75 years have seen an evolu-tion for the company. By the late ‘70s,the founder’s son opened the water-proofing division of J&D HomeImprovements. “That part of the busi-ness really took off then and for a whilehome improvements were almost sec-ondary,” Hess said. “Over the last threeyears, we’ve reinvested a lot of moneyinto the home improvement business,and it has also grown. We are nowdoing equal amounts of home improve-ments and waterproofing.”

J&D Waterproofing has extended aninvitation to everyone to visit theirbooth at the Pittsburgh Home andGarden Show to take place March 7-16at the David L. Lawrence ConventionCenter. The event is the largest of itskind in Pennsylvania.

Additional information about J&DWaterproofing and Home Improvementservices is available at the companywebsite at www.jdwaterproofing.com orby calling the office at 1-800-VERY DRY(1-800-837-9379) or 724-746-8870.

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