Local News : Christmas Concert Benefits Fire Department
The Kiski Valley Community Band performed a Christmas concert to benefit Allegheny Township's two volunteer fire departments on December 7, 2003 at the Markle Fire Department. The concert, "The Many Sounds of Christmas," featured thirteen songs, two of the songs being sing-along medleys.
Local News : Local Volunteer Responds To Hurricane Lili Disaster Relief
Local American Red Cross volunteer Beverly Armitage of Cadogan has been working tirelessly to provide relief to victims of Hurricane Lili that roared through various parts of Louisiana recently.
Local News : The Ninth Annual Christmas In Lower Burrell
There will be public presentations by Lower Burrell Churches on December 12, from 6pm to 10pm. Bring your family and friends to experience and celebrate our differences. Enjoy fellowship and unity with each other. Donations will be accepted in the form of non-perishable food items, new or used gloves or socks will also be collected. Donation drop-off areas will be designated inside each individual church. This event is in cooperation with the Lower Burrell Parks Commission.
Local News : Breakfast With Dad
The Saltsburg Elementary School held it's third annual "Breakfast With Dad" on Friday, October 17th from 7:30 to 8:30 am. This event is always a huge success. This year was no different with over 380 people in attendance.
Local News : Kiski Takes First In Regional Competition
The Kiski Area Marching Band competed in a Bands of America Regional Competition at Youngstown State University on Saturday October 18, 2003. Over thirty bands from six states competed in the day-long competition.
Local News : North Vandergrift Park Project Completed
For months members of Parks Township have invested many hours into the completion of the North Vandergrift Park Project.
Local News : In Service of the Brown and Gold: Highlands Cheerleading Co-Coaches Virginia Heasley and Sharon Conway
The Highlands Golden Rams Cheerleading squad has multiplied into a flock. There are 66 girls cheering for Rams' teams, seventh through twelfth, so many that there are two shepherdesses overseeing all of the Golden Herd.
Local News : Experienced Cheer: Plum Cheerleading Coach Jessica Boynton
She has had her hands full, coaching 24 varsity cheerleaders at Plum while overseeing the other 30 girls on the JV and junior high squads. But Jessica Boynton, head cheerleading coach for the Mustangs, has remained focused on her goal of building a strong program. "I'm only in the second year, [still] working out the kinks, finding out what works and what doesn't," she says. "I want them to be able to believe in themselves, and carry confidence they gain in cheerleading into everyday life."
Local News : New Penn State New Kensington Advisory Board President
Jeff Holst '68, director of organizational effectiveness at Kennametal Inc., presided over his first meeting, October 2, as president of the 2003-2004 Advisory Board of Penn State New Kensington.
Local News : Master Mechanic: Burrell Cheerleading Coach Lucy Kaczanowicz
Lucy Kaczanowicz is in her inaugural year as head high school cheerleading coach at Burrell but she's not new to the school nor to cheerleading. The New Ken native has been an assistant coach for the Bucs' cheerleading squads for the past 6 years. This year she is responsible for 39 cheerleaders, 16 of them varsity--and one Buccaneer mascot.
Local News : Cheerleaders' Cheerleader: Apollo-Ridge Cheerleading Coach Robin Coleman
"I'm just a mom that believes in the youth of our society… [they] need somebody to give them confidence in themselves," says Robin Coleman, Apollo-Ridge's head cheerleading coach. "It's always a love of mine, something I always wanted to do." Even though she is in her first year at Apollo, she coached four years in the midget football program at Saltsburg, and cheered two years herself for the Indiana Indians in high school.
Local News : Plum Couple Celebrates 65th
Mr. and Mrs. George E. Dilling of Plum Borough, formerly of Nanty-Glo, Pennsylvania , recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with a family dinner.
Local News : Seniors Recognized In National Program
St. Joseph High School in Natrona Heights is proud to announce that three of its seniors have been named Commended Students in the 2004 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Local News : Trinity UCC Installed Senior Pastor
Trinity United Christian Church of Lower Burrell installed the Reverend Dr. Cletus L. Hull, III, as their Senior Pastor on Saturday, October 4th at a 6 pm service. He came to Trinity in 1966 as a Youth Pastor. The former Senior Pastor was called to military service and he became Interim Senior Pastor.
Local News : Monthly Book Discussion Group
A monthly book discussion group, hosted by the Apollo Memorial Library, will be meeting the first Thursday of each month at 7pm at the library. The Apollo Book Club would like to welcome new members to its group. Besides reading and discussing some great literature in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, you can enjoy delicious snacks while having lots of fun.
Local News : St. Joseph Presents "A Midsummer Night's Dream"
St. Joseph High School in Natrona Heights will be presenting William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" as its fall theater production. The Bard's classic story of young lovers gone astray will be presented on October 16, 17, 18, 24, and 25 at 8:00 p.m. and October 26 at 3:00 p.m. All performances will take place in the social hall at the St. Ladislaus' Worship Site on Spruce Street in Natrona
Local News : New Nature Trail Loop Helps Eagle Scout
Mason Heberling, son of information sciences and technology program coordinator Gary Heberling, is doing his Eagle Scout project by working on the Penn State New Kensington Nature Trail.
Local News : Goal Reached In Holy Cow Project
In just over two months the children at the Apollo United Presbyterian Church along with the Mission Committee have raised their goal of $500 for "The Holy Cow Project". This money will go towards a needy family purchasing a heifer.
Local News : Community Health Symposium
The Allegheny-Kiski Health Foundation will hold its 2003 "Community Health Symposium on Men's & Women's Health Issues" this Saturday at the Clarion Hotel in New Kensington, from 9am to 2pm. The symposium will feature a keynote presentation by KDKA TV2 Medical Consultant, Dr. Maria Simbra, entitled "Media and a Healthy You: Determining the Quality of Health Resources Available to You." The event will also include presentations by physicians and healthcare professionals on topics such as Hormone Replacement Therapy, Prostate Health, Osteoporosis for Women, Hip Fractures, and Heart Health Symptomology.
Local News : Community Library Celebrates History Month
The Local History Department at the Community Library of Allegheny Valley's Tarentum Branch, located at 315 East 6th Street, will be celebrating Family History Month in October. They would like to welcome all family historians with ties to Pennsylvania's Allegheny-Kiski Valley to visit the department for two great programs.
Local News : End Of Summer Bash
The Alle-Kiski Christian Singles Fellowship (AKCSF) is getting ready for their next exciting event. An "End Of Summer Bash" is planned for September 27, from 3pm to 7pm. The free event features games, food and entertainment where Christian singles can meet in a safe atmosphere.
Local News : First Annual Safety Extravaganza
The Washington Twp. Vol. Fire Co. Would like to invite you to its first annual Safety Extravaganza at the fire hall located on Route 66 on October 12, 2003. The show will run from noon till 5 pm with setup for those attending starting at 10:30 am
Local News : Kiski Area High School To Select Homecoming Queen
And the homecoming queen is? On Friday, September 19, six lovely girls will be waiting in anticipation to find out whether their name is announced over Davis Football Field's loudspeaker.
Local News : Memory Walk Planned To Raise Money For Alzheimer's Association
The Avonmore Senior Citizen's Center is participating in a Memory Walk this fall to raise money for people with Alzheimer.s disease. The proceeds from the Memory Walk will be used to support a wide range of Alzheimer related programs for thousands of local families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer's disease.
Local News : Festival Packed With Great Activities
This Saturday the Kunkle Park in Washington Township will be filled with the sounds of music, laughter and chainsaws. This is all part of the Fort Hand Festival being sponsored by the Washington Township Parks Improvement Committee. Bring a lawn chair, sit back and relax while enjoying some great entertainment.
Local News : Red Hatters Invade Valley
I'm sure most of us have seen the group of elegant women donned in red and purple visiting local establishments and wondered what was behind their wonderful attire. These would be members of the Red Hat Society. Recently, the Alle-Kiski Chapter of the Red Hat Society organized a picnic at Northmoreland Park to include all local chapters of the society. This was the largest gathering in a single function that has ever taken place. Those in attendance represented eleven local chapters. What a colorful site with 115 women over age 50 dressed in purple tee shirts and red hats, which is mandatory attire at gatherings.
Local News : Plum Library Offers Special Children's Programs
The Plum Borough Community Library will be beginning several special children's programs the next several months. There will be a special guest children's author; Debra Pedrow: The author will read her book "Aunt Debra and My Favorite Things Poster". Then the children will create their own "favorite things" poster. Pre-registration is required.
Local News : AVID Learning Opens New Facility
The Allegheny Valley Institute for the Development of Learning (AVID Learning) has just opened a new facility in New Kensington. The Institute will house a variety of services for children with developmental delays and physical and/or learning disabilities, or those who need evaluations to determine the presence of such.
Local News : Group Receives Grant To Expand Festival
Thunder Mountain Lenapé Nation will receive $3,000.00 to support expansion of the group's annual Native American Festival from a Pennsylvania Rural Partners in the Arts (PRPA ) grant through the Rural Arts Alliance in 2004.
Local News : Church Celebrates 50th Anniversary
St. Margaret Mary Church in Lower Burrell will soon begin a yearlong celebration to commemorate it's 50th anniversary. The will begin yearlong celebration on Saturday, September 6. Bishop Anthony Bosco will be there as celebrant and homilist for the 5:00 p.m. liturgy. They are also inviting neighboring clergy to concelebrate with them.
Local News : Annual Kiski Area Band Competition
The Kiski Area High School Marching Band, the Big "K," will host its Annual Kiski Competition at Davis Field in Vandergrift on September 6, 2003. Eleven guest bands will join the Big K in performance competition.
Local News : Alle-Kiski Christian Singles Fellowship Picnic
The Alle-Kiski Christian Singles Fellowship launched its new program with a 'Country Picnic' on August 23. The fellowship, held in Allegheny Township on Pastor Jim Laero's property, was a wonderful success with about fifty in attendance.
Local News : Washington Township Fort Hand Festival Committee Seeks Participants
The Fort Hand Festival at Kunkle Park is scheduled for September 13th, 2003, from 8am to dusk. The events that are planned for the festival includes polka dancing and performances form the Ray Skovensi Orchestra, the Jim Rhoades Band ant the Barn Hill Country Band. There will also be plenty of children's activities. These include a moonwalk, crafts, face painting, pony rides, puppet show, and a magic show along with a kickball tournament between Mamont, Washington and North Washington Elementary Schools. There will also be a nice variety of delicious foods and crafts.
Local News : Alle-Kiski Medical Center Recruits A Pharmacist
The Director of Operations at Alle-Kiski Medical Center, William G. Englert,is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea L. Jordan, R.Ph. Ms. Jordan is a graduate of Duquesne University School of Pharmacy.
Local News : American Legion Auxiliary Provides Services to Community
The Kiski Township American Legion Auxiliary, Unit #631, is a service organization attached to the American Legion. We work to raise funds that ultimately go to helping all veterans, whether they are local residents or across the world. Our local post is located at 1224 Old State Road, Apollo (Orchard Hills).
Local News : Ministerial Hosts Community Service And 5th Quarter Program
Vandergrift pastors, at a recently held August meeting, are planning a September 11th Community Service of hearing the word of God, prayer, communion, and worship to bring about healing, hope and renewal in participant's lives. This will be the third year that the Vandergrift Ministerial Association has conducted these services. This year it will be held at the First Lutheran Church in Vandergrift and is slated to start at 7:00 p.m.
Local News : Spend An Evening Event Draws 100 Students And Families
More than 100 high school students and their families attended the Spend an Evening program at Penn State New Kensington earlier this month. This event was the third in a series of summer programs geared to the prospective freshmen class of 2004. The 115 people for the August evening program more than doubled the combined attendance of Spend a Day in June, which was thirty-four and Spend a Saturday in July, which was sixty-seven.
Local News : Basketball Program Moves To New Location
The Tarentum based Fun and Freedom Basketball program will be hitting the road again and conducting a "3 on 3" League for girls and boys in grades 4 - 8 and basketball activities for girls and boys in grades K - 3. This will be held at the East Union Community Center-292 East Union Rd., West Deer Township.
Local News : 2nd Annual Rib Cook-Off
Hockey has the Stanley Cup that is passed along each season to the best on the ice. Believe it or not, there is a trophy circulating the Alle-Kiski Valley for the best on the grill, for ribs that is. The 2nd Annual Rib Cook-off was held at Northmoreland Park this weekend. The traveling trophy was brought to the cook-off by last year's winner, Junior Tutchstone.
Local News : More Than A Free Lunch
Parents, children and community members turned out to celebrate the last day of the "Free Lunch" program, which was provided by the Community Action of Armstrong County. It was actually a lot more than a free lunch, it was a safe place where children could get together, enjoy a meal together and just have fun.
Local News : Next Step In Parks Township Shallow Land Disposal Area Cleanup
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers would like to invite the public to an information session on the Parks Township Shallow Land Disposal Area, which will taken place on August 28, from 6pm to 8:30pm at the Parks Township Volunteer Fire Department No. 1 social hall on School Street. This session includes an open house with displays available for viewing, special presentations, guest speakers, and a question and answer segment.
Local News : Next Step In Parks Township Shallow Land Disposal Area Cleanup
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers would like to invite the public to an information session on the Parks Township Shallow Land Disposal Area, which will taken place on August 28, from 6pm to 8:30pm at the Parks Township Volunteer Fire Department No. 1 social hall on School Street.
Local News : Medical Center Appoints Coordinator of Occupational Medicine
Lorri S. Wildi, Director of Operations, Alle-Kiski Medical Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Marie E. Fabrizio, BSN, as coordinator of HealthWorks, the hospital's occupational medicine program.
Local News : The Saltsburg Elementary PTA Ready To Kick Off New Year
The Saltsburg Elementary School PTA is busy planning for the 2003-2004 school year. The first Executive Meeting of the year will be held on August 13th to discuss budgeting and events for the year. The first membership meeting of the year will be held on September 24th at 7:30 pm in the Multi-Purpose Room. The guest speaker will be Tomi Waters Boylestein, the outgoing president of the state PTA. Her topic of discussion will be "Building Successful Partnerships."
Local News : 9th Annual Freeport Area Fall Festival
The Freeport Area Business Association is sponsoring their 9th Annual Fall Festival on September 13th and September 14th. The festival will be held along Riverside Drive in Freeport with live entertainment at the Gazebo. There will be two days of great shows, music, food and crafts.
Local News : Two-Man Art Show Continues
The two-man show in the Art Gallery at Penn State New Kensington continues through the end of August. Local artists and brothers-in-law John Pastorek and Ted Scanga are exhibiting more than 55 pieces of their works.
Local News : Apollo Pool To See Major Renovations
Plans for major renovations to the Apollo Pool are currently being planned by the Apollo Area Recreation Association. These renovations are necessary to keep the pool up and running. The board is currently trying to raise funds for the massive undertaking. They desperately need the involvement of the community and businesses to see that this venture is a success.
Local News : Third Annual Police Safety Fair
This Saturday the Allegheny Township Business Crime Watch and the Allegheny Township Police Department will be sponsoring the 'Third Annual Allegheny Township Police Safety Fair'.
Local News : Learning Center Hosts Adult Spelling Bee
The Alle-Kiski Learning Center will be hosting its 13th Annual Adult Spelling Bee on September 17th at the VFW on Wildlife Lodge Road in Lower Burrell. The exciting program will begin at 7pm with teams participating from places like the Career Training Academy, Fasio's, Aloca, VFW Post 92, United Presbyterian Church of New Kensington, Max & Erma's, Burrell Rotary and many others. To date there are thirteen teams and their still growing.
Local News : August Named Native American Awareness Month in Pennsylvania
August will be celebrated as Native American Awareness Month in Pennsylvania for the third time in three years. This spring the state General Assembly passed House Resolution No. 293, an effort led by Rep. Dave Reed - R, PA Dist. 62, honoring Thunder Mountain Lenape Nation's activities throughout the state. The resolution was co-sponsored by Sandra Major - R, PA Dist. who sponsored a similar resolution passed in 2001 and 2002.
Local News : Fort Hand Festival Being Planned
Plans are currently being made for a second annual "Fall Flea Fest" now to be known as "The Fort Hand Festival", which is scheduled for Saturday, September 13th, 2003, at Kunkle Park in Washington Township. The Washington Township Parks Improvement Committee and the Fort Hand Festival at Kunkle Park Committee will be holding workshop meetings at 6:30 pm on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at the Washington Township Municipal Building. Additional meetings will be held as needed.
Local News : Life Savers Raising Funds To Support Service
Back in late 2000, the Avonmore Life Savers opened its doors once again to serve the public. Since then, the community support for this much needed service has been wonderful. Because the Life Savers depend so much on fundraising to support the service, members have diligently continued throughout the years in these endeavors. In addition, they are accepting memberships and memorials.
Local News : Kiski Township Hosts Firemen's Convention
This year the Kiski Township Fire Department, Armstrong County Company #140, will be hosting the 110th Annual Western Pennsylvania Firemen.s Association Convention August 9th through August 14.
Local News : World of Outlaws Event All Washed Out
Lernerville manager/promoter Al "Ouch" Roenigk was busy at the raceway's gate Wednesday night, wrapping things up after rain forced a cancellation of the 12th World of Outlaws Don Martin Memorial Silver Cup 40-lap race. He just shook his head and said "What a way to make a living." There were probably 37 different drivers thinking the same thing as they loaded up their Sprint cars.
Local News : Drivers Safety Course Being Held
The Alle-Kiski Medical Center.s PriorityCare is offering the AARP .55 Alive. Mature Driving Course at the Citizens Ambulatory Care Center site in the Auditorium today and Friday, July 24 and 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Local News : Sports Complex Nears Completion Date
If you've traveled past the site of the new Valley Sports Complex at the Falcon's Park location at the corner of Route 56 and Craigdell Road in New Kensington lately you'll be amazed at how much progress has been made. The site will hold tennis courts, ice rink, arcade, rock-climbing wall, Proshop Fitness Center with tanning, spinning and more, martial arts school and locker rooms. There will be a total of 75,000 square feet of opportunity for a lot of fun.
Local News : National Girl Scout Event Held In Saltsburg
Thunder Mountain Lenapé Nation members provided a meal based on traditional Native American foods and presented a cultural program for 18 Girl Scouts from across the country recently. The girls were participating in the Western Pennsylvania River Adventure Wider Opportunity event held July 10 -22.
Local News : Community Celebrates 75th
Next weekend the community of West Leechburg will be celebrating its 75th birthday. West Leechburg was incorporated in 1928 by consolidating Hillville and a section of land that used to be in Allegheny Township. West Leechburg was incorporated in 1928 when residents of the villages of Hillville and West Leechburg in Allegheny Township petitioned to join and form the borough of West Leechburg.
Local News : SCUBA Teacher Gets Pie In Face
A pie in the face on a Friday night is not a young lady's idea of a dream date. Especially when the 'dream date' was a bunch of pre-schoolers. But, Jen Jordan, leader of the Minnows group at the Trinity United Church.s Vacation Bible School (VBS) handled the cherry pie toppled with whipped cream with ladylike grace.
Local News : The City Of Arnold Receives Facelift
Right now the City of Arnold is in the process of being beautified thanks to the Arnold Chamber of Commerce and money received from a Community Service Block Grant (CSBG). These funds are part of the Arnold Chamber.s Beautification Fund.
Local News : Summer Time Fun For Area Children
The laughter of children announced the beginning of another day at the Kids. Community Bible Club in Oklahoma Park. This week long event has drawn area children with an average of thirty in attendance each day. Six youth helpers assisted the teachers, Lara Laero, Zoeanna Shorthouse and Marilyn Henley, as they played games with the children, did a craft, and enjoyed a Bible story presented by Biblical Characters from the Christian Performing Arts Company (CPAC). There were also great refreshments and prizes given out.
Local News : Sidewalk Sale Provides Funds For Cancer Society
Yesterday the "Gromley Concrete" Alle-Kiski Relay For Life team took a spot outside of the Fashion Bug store in Lower Burrell to raise money for the American Cancer Society. The goodies on sale consisted of hotdogs, chips, raffle tickets and a large variety of baked goods. Other teams will be taking turns today and Saturday until 7pm.
Local News : Foundation Seeks To Help Families
Along Saltsburg Road in Plum Borough in a building not easily missed sits the headquarters for the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation. Although they are very visible, they remain almost invisible to the public. With a hint of frustration Toni Beasley, member of the foundation, expressed her concerns, "We're here to help those that suffer from the disease and their families but not very many people even know that we're here."
Local News : Blood Bank Sponsors Community Drive
Residents of the Valley can donate one pint of blood and participate in Alle-Kiski Community Blood Bank's "Operation Hometown Donors" campaign. The mobile Blood Bank will be at Hillcrest Shopping Center in Lower Burrell at the Fashion Bug store on Saturday, July 19th from noon to 5 p.m.
Local News : Resident Acknowledged For Community Service
This month the Salvation Army in Vandergrift acknowledged another member of the community who has made an impact through community service. During their meeting, Post Master John Clinton received a certificate of appreciation for "uplifting caring for others". "I just appreciate being able to help out when I can", John said upon receiving the honor.
Local News : Braddock Takes Freeport
In an unprecedented move this weekend, General Edward Braddock displayed a shock and awe performance as he and his troops fought Alle-Kiski residents near the Freeport Bridge in Allegheny Twp-while George Washington looked on helplessly.
Local News : Community Volunteers Finish Improvements To Festival Site
With their 5th Annual Native American Festival about five weeks away, Thunder Mountain Lenapé Nation members and community volunteers are working hard to finish improvements to the rural site where it was held last year.
Local News : Police Department Gets New Cruiser
If you've driven past the Leechburg Police department in the last couple of days you might have noticed their newest addition to the force. This would be a 2000 Chevy Impala that was purchased to replace the cruiser that was wrecked back in May of this year.
Local News : Better Equipped To Save Lives
Recently the Vandergrift #1 Fire Department successfully completed a two-year venture to research and find a way to purchase new air pack units. They were able to purchase 16 new air packs, 32 cylinders, and two Rapid Intervention Packs (RIT) units. The units are used in the instance of a firefighter being trapped in a burning building. The packs have a portable air cylinder with connections and a hose to reach the trapped individual and feed them fresh air through the faceplate.
Local News : Annual Sale Helps Support Library
Saturday morning kicks off the annual Apollo Memorial Library Book/Bake/Jewelry Sale, which will take place at the Apollo Area Community Center. This event is the library.s major fundraisers. Efforts last year brought in $2,822 to help meet the library.s operating expense needs. With the state budget cutting library funds by half, any money raised during the year will be a great help to the library.
Local News : Work To Begin On Lower Beaver Sewer Project
The Municipal Authority of Washington Township attended the closing of the PennVest Loan application in Harrisburg on June 12, 2003.
Local News : Success Through Community Support
This year the Saltsburg Elementary PTA had an outstanding year as faculty, family, students and members of the community pulled together.
Local News : Local History Comes To Life
Local history will come to life at the Freeport Theatre Festival this July when the historical drama Braddock is staged.
Local News : Park Project Well Under Way
Construction for the new Kunkle Park Recreation Building has seen great strides since groundbreaking on June 10.
Local News : Freeport Pharmacy - Pioneers In Medication Preparation
Earlier this year, the Freeport Hometown Pharmacy forged ahead into a unique area of medicine
Local News : Two Local Artists Combine Work For Exhibit
Two local artists will share top billing in a two-month long exhibit at the Penn State New Kensington Art Gallery.
Local News : Shelter Hopes Adoptions Will Prevent Overcrowding
Nearing the halfway point in the kitten season, the Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley is quickly becoming overpopulated.
Local News : Outstanding Students Acknowledged For Achievements
During the most recent Board of Directors meeting, Plum High School students were acknowledged for their achievements.
Local News : Youth Places 8th In History Day Competition
St. Joseph High School sophomore and New Kensington resident Julie Arvay placed 8th in the country in her category at the National History Day competition held at the University of Maryland June 15-19.
Local News : One In A Million: Hard Work Pays Off
Living right here in the A-K Valley, he did what less than one-half of one percent of ALL men will ever do. Matt Laero, a Kiski Area junior, was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout Sunday, June 29, 2003 at Grace Community Cathedral in Vandergrift.
Local News : Local Businesses Help Support Mission Trip To Belize
Hot Shots Espresso Bar and the ‘R’ Shop, both located on Leechburg Road in Lower Burrell, are selling tickets for a raffle to benefit Evangel Heights Assembly of God, located in Sarver, youth mission’s trip.
Local News : Career Help Available In Month Long Programs
The Peoples Library is offering a month of career help sessions. Each session will focus on a different aspect of the career search. Group sessions will be held on resumes, cover letters, job searching and interviewing.
Local News : Museum Displays Alle-Kiski Treasures
Situated at the corner of Lock Street and East Seventh Avenue in Tarentum sits the stately Allegheny-Kiski Valley Heritage Museum. The building was once the American Legion building, which was built by the veterans of World War I.
Local News : Healthcare Lectures Being Held At Senior Centers
Four health care professionals from Alle-Kiski Medical Center are scheduled to speak at area senior centers throughout the summer.
Local News : Historical Society Raising Funds To Repair Mill
The Freeport Area Historical Society has been working hard towards the refurbishment of Mickey's Mill in Laneville.
Local News : Rita's Makes Significant Contributions To Community
Almost all of us enjoy those wonderful frozen treats that we get at our local Rita's.
Local News : Community Library of Allegheny Valley To Benefit From Grant
The Community Library of Allegheny Valley in Harrison, is one of the sixty-one Pennsylvania libraries to benefit from the grant awarded to the nonprofit organization .Libraries For The Future
Local News : Local Eagle Scout Honored
Yesterday, Daniel Shorthouse of Vandergrift was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout. The ceremony took place at Grace Community Cathedral in Vandergrift.
Local News : Basketball Camp Launched At First Baptist Church
Ten students turned out for the first Fun and Freedom Basketball camp that was held in the gymnasium of the First Baptist Church in New Kensington last week.
Local News : Saltsburg Student Receives Scholarship To PA Free Enterprise Week
Lauren Testa of Saltsburg was granted a full scholarship to attend the Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week 2003, which will take place on July 27, on the campus of Lycoming College, Williamsport, PA.
Local News : Bids Being Taken On Student Project
As part of the Student Scholastic Motivational Program through the StrongLand Chamber of Commerce, students are working towards raising money for continuing education.
Local News : Pine Run Aquatic Life Study
The Westmoreland Conservation District, the Kiskiminetas Watershed Association, and the Penn State Cooperative Extension will be conducting a stream study of Pine Run in Washington Township near Kunkle Park on Monday, June 23, 2003.
Local News : Going Strong Over Fifty Years
The vacation Bible school program at the Reformation Lutheran Church on Kepple Hill has been in existence and going strong for over fifty years.
Local News : Three Eagles Soar in Lower Burrell Troop
Boy Scout Troop 556 began their Charter to bring the Scouting Program to the Youth of Lower Burrell in May of 1998.
Local News : Church Mission Helps Needy Families
Children at the Apollo United Presbyterian Church in Apollo joined the efforts of the Mission Committee in their project for Heifer International.
Local News : Artwork From Local High School Students On Display
The works of high school students from local school districts will be in the spotlight during June in the Penn State New Kensington Art Gallery.
Local News : Plum VIPs Visit Library
On Monday from 10am to noon, the Plum Borough Community Library will be greeting two very special volunteers.
Local News : Improvements To Rural Festival Location Underway
Thunder Mountain Lenapé Nation is improving the rural location used for its Native American Festival for the first time last year.
Local News : Blood Donors Needed
Alle-Kiski Community Blood Bank is requesting emergency blood donors. There is a shortage of blood and they are asking that anyone who can donate to come to Allegheny Valley Hospital.
Local News : Highlands Hosts Relay For Life
On June 14th and 15th, Highlands High School track will be host to the Highlands Relay For Life celebration. Nearly 600 people will be turning out to participate in the event.
Local News : Libraries See Major Changes With Budget Cuts
The Peoples Libraries in Lower Burrell and New Kensington are just two of the facilities facing drastic changes if state funding is cut 50% for the year 2004.
Local News : Tour De Trout Reels In Hundreds Of Anglers
Despite the early morning driving rain, hundreds of anglers gathered, Saturday, June 7th at the Lake in Northmoreland Park to test their fishing abilities.
Local News : Invitation To Homecoming Celebration
Faculty, staff and students of Penn State New Kensington are extending an invitation to alumni, families, friends and prospective students to be active participants at this year's Homecoming Weekend, October 17-18.
Local News : Tour De Trout Reels In Hundreds Of Anglers
Despite the early morning driving rain, hundreds of anglers gathered, Saturday, June 7th at the Lake in Northmoreland Park to test their fishing abilities. By 9:30 am the rain had stopped but the fishermen had gathered a great momentum. By 2:00 pm, it is estimated, that several hundred fish had been caught with 129 turned in to the judges to measure. The event, sponsored by the StrongLand Chamber of Commerce and its members, not only stalked the lake with large trout, but also gave trophies and cash prizes to those who entered and won the hourly competitions.
Local News : Invitation To Homecoming Celebration
Faculty, staff and students of Penn State New Kensington are extending an invitation to alumni, families, friends and prospective students to be active participants at this year's Homecoming Weekend, October 17-18.
Local News : Students Excel At English Festival
St. Joseph High School freshman took 10 awards in 18 competitions at the Tenth Annual English Festival.
Local News : Logan Takes Steps To Prevent Point-Of-Purchase ATM Charges
Wanting to ensure that people are able to use their debit cards without being charged, state Sen. Sean Logan, D-Allegheny/Westmoreland, has sponsored legislation that would prohibit banks from doing that very thing.
Local News : Fourth Annual Kiski-Conemaugh River Sojourn Joins Canal Days
For the past several years many residents of the Alle-Kiski Valley have taken part in the river sojourn and enjoyed the beauty of our waterways. This year.s event is scheduled for June 6, 7 and 8.
Local News : Chuck Booth Endows $100,000 Trustee Scholarship
Alle-Kiski Valley businessman Chuck Booth continues to be one of the most generous donors to Penn State New Kensington with his recent gift of $100,000 to create the Charles H. Booth Jr. Trustee Scholarship.
Local News : Rotary Honored For Accomplishments
Pat Gerheim, Leechburg Rotary club secretary, recently attended District 7280 Conference in Sharon, PA and accepted a Presidential Citation in recognition of loving grassroots efforts to grow peace and understanding on their club, vocation, community and world.
Local News : Identity Theft Workshop
The All-Kiski Medical Center will be hosting a workshop for anyone interested on how not to become a victim of identity theft.
Local News : Kiski Area Key Club Receives Award
The Salvation Army in Vandergrift honored some very special guests at their most recent meeting.
Local News : Teacher From Washington Township Recognized For Dedication
Dr. Larry R. Pollock, Penn State New Kensington Campus Executive Officer and long-and resident of Washington Township, was the 2002-2003 recipient of the John W. Beatty Outstanding Student Affairs Officer Award.
Local News : Leechburg Ministerium Hosts Block Party
June guides the way for warmer weather and an outpouring of events in the Alle-Kiski Valley.
Local News : New Kensington Resident Named Acting Director of Student Affairs
An announcement made by Dr. Larry Pollock, campus executive officer, named Theresa Bonk, acting director of student affairs at Penn State New Kensington, according to.
Local News : Local Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science Winners
Eight students represented St. Joseph High School in Natrona Heights at the state meeting for the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science held on the main campus of Penn State University May 18-19.
Local News : Student Receives Drama Club Scholarship
Members of the Saltsburg Drama Club recently presented Katie Bucco, a senior at Saltsburg High school, with the first Saltsburg Drama Club Scholarship Award.
Local News : Parks Township Community Event
On May 31st the community of Kepple Hill will be holding its community yard sale.
Local News : Campus Graduates Set Record
After outgrowing the 350-seat Forum Theatre, more than 600 graduates, families, and friends attended the spring 2003 Commencement ceremonies at the Penn State New Kensington Field House.
Local News : Alle-Kiski Society Votes In New Board Member
Linda Petitta, the parent of a Penn State New Kensington student, was recently voted to the board of directors of the Alle-Kiski Society.
Local News : Get In The Game at Plum Library
As the Plum Library gets ready to celebrate their one-year anniversary; they are also getting ready to launch some great programs.
Local News : History Day Competition
Nine students from St. Joseph High School in Natrona Heights received three awards in three categories at the state History Day competition held on the main campus of Penn State University May 14-15.
Local News : Police Department Hosts Bikefest
The Saltsburg Police Department recently hosted a "Bikefest" for local children.
Local News : Library Completes Another Successful Program
Last week the Apollo Memorial Library finished off another successful segment of their "Story Hour" program.
Local News : Car Show Raises Money For Student Club
More than 400 people were on campus on April 27 for the Penn State New Kensington's Car Club's rally, Spring Show '03, in the upper parking lot.
Local News : Summer Youth Camps Being Offered
Crime scene investigation, model rocketry, and outdoor camping and survival are just a sampling of the 33 youth camps offered this summer at PSNK.
Local News : Health Care Center Acknowledged For Excellence
The Board of Harrison Township Commissioners are just one of those that have publicly thanked the people, facilities and technologies at the Alle-Kiski Medical Center responsible for the outstanding health care services in the community through a proclamation received on May 12.
Local News : Fly-Fishing Competition Benefits Foundation
Employees of the Allegheny-Kiski Health Foundation are amazed at the support that their latest fundraiser has received.
Local News : Historical Society Sponsors Car Show
The Apollo Area Historical Society will be sponsoring a car show on Saturday at Lackey's Dairy Queen in North Apollo.
Local News : Ground Breaking Officiates Construction
Yesterday afternoon Kings Family Restaurant officially broke ground at its newest location in Allegheny Township.
Local News : School Hosts Celebration To Honor Donors
Donors to Penn State New Kensington's Grand Destiny campaign received their just desserts at the campus' campaign closing celebration May 8 in the Conference Center.
Local News : Students Excel In Music Festival
Congratulations to the Plum High School senior music students on their recent accomplishments!
Local News : Bell Cracks Down On Crime
There has recently been an increase of unauthorized dumping, vandalism, and off road vehicle problems in Bell Township.
Local News : St. Joseph Student Receives Scholarship
St. Joseph High School Junior and Penn Hills resident Erica Erwin has been named a recipient of the William and Catherine Maloney Scholarship.
Local News : Kensington Ware On Display
A beautiful selection of pieces from the Kensington Ware line of products made by Alcoa from 1934 to1970 is on display in Blissell Library at Penn State New Kensington during May.
Local News : Local Athlete Awarded Scholarship
Years of hard work, grueling exercise and strict dieting have certainly paid off for Kiski Area Student Mike Corcetti.
Local News : Linda Dickerson To Address Graduates
No one has conferred the title of Busiest Person in the World on Linda Dickerson. Yet. But it seems reasonable to suggest that official confirmation of that title couldn't be too far off.
Local News : Medical Center Recognizes Nurses
In recognition of the National Radiology Nurses Day, which occurred last month, the Alle-Kiski Medical Center wanted to publicly recognize their seven radiology nurses.
Local News : Police Department Receives Award For Excellence
The City of Lower Burrell Police Department was recently awarded for one of its many outstanding accomplishments.
Local News : Kiski Junction To Begin New Season
The Kiski Junction Railroad is ready to move full steam ahead into another exciting season.
Local News : Students Place In Science Fair
St. Joseph High School in Natrona Heights recently held its 2003 Science Fair. Six individuals from Mary Queen of Apostles, Highlands, South Butler, New Kensington-Arnold and Central High Schools, as well as a chemist from the Spectroscopy Society, served as judges for the event.
Among the
Local News : New CEO Named At Penn State New Kensington
Larry R. Pollock has been named campus executive officer for Penn State New Kensington, a unit of the Pennsylvania State University's Commonwealth College, which took effect May 1, 2003.
Local News : Students Develop Program To Help Others
Five Apollo Ridge High School sophomore students were recently chosen and participated in a leadership institute called The Second Mile Conference, which was held at Penn State College.
Local News : Kiski Area Residents Meet The Candidates
Last night the Washington Township Elementary School was host to a "Meet The Candidate" event sponsored by the Bell Avon, Mamont and the Washington Elementary PTAs.
Local News : Saltsburg Dramatic Society Shares
This year Indiana County is celebrating its 200th anniversary with a variety of events scheduled in several communities throughout the year.
Local News : Dimes For Diabetes Drive A Success
Mamont Elementary students worked hard during their fundraising drive at the beginning of April making it an overwhelming success.
Local News : Westmoreland County's Best Kept Secret
Saturday local residents were able to visit and learn about one of Westmoreland County's best kept secrets.
Local News : Police Department Receives New Equipment
The Lower Burrell Police Department just received new computer equipment courtesy of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
Local News : Four Students Receive Special Honors
St. Joseph High School Junior Robert Farrell has been selected to participate in the Pennsylvania Governor's School for the Arts in Theatre.
Local News : Nursing Student Wins Scholarship
Ralph V. Sabedra, a nursing student at Penn State New Kensington, is the 2003-2004 recipient of the Mittie B. Hightower Memorial Scholarship
Local News : School Nurses Strive To Improve Quality Of Service
Two local school nurses, Angela D.Astolfo, RN, CSN of Burrell School District and Bonnie Kautz, RN, CSN of Kiski Area School District recently attended the state conference of the Pennsylvania Association of Nurses and Practitioners in State College.
Local News : Library Hosts VIP Volunteer
Staff at the Plum Borough Library are excited about a new program that they will be able to offer local residents.
Local News : Driver Safety Classes Being Offered
The Alle-Kiski Medical Center PriorityCare will be offering two sessions of the AARP '55 Alive. Driver Safety Classes.
Local News : Student Chosen To Participate In Special Program
St. Joseph High School Junior Leighann Linza has been selected to participate in the 2003 Females Interested in Reaching for Science, Technology and Engineering (FIRSTE) Program at Penn State New Kensington.
Local News : Nature Trail Gets A Facelift
More than 35 students, faculty, staff, and alumni worked for almost four hours as the Penn State New Kensington campus Nature Trail received its annual spring facelift on April 12.
Local News : Apollo To See Exciting Changes
Apollo Borough Council President John Ameno has developed a plan, which outlines changes that he would like to see made for the betterment of Apollo.
Local News : Allegheny Township Hit By Vandals
Over the past several days, there have been several incidents of vandalism in the Allegheny Township area.
Local News : Alle-Kiski Coalition Continues Efforts
The Alle-Kiski Coalition continues to work hard on convincing federal, state and county government leaders about the necessity of improved transportation for this area.
Local News : Racing Season Begins!
The weather has finally begun to warm up and for all those who love BMX racing, its time to break out your bicycle and hit the track.
Local News : Research Fair A Success
After hours of hard work, students were judged on their projects at the first Penn State New Kensington Undergraduate Research Fair that was held on March 27.
Local News : Community Center Events
The Freeport Area Community Center in conjunction with the Kiwanis Club is hosting a Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on April 19th from 9am to 10:30am at the Freeport Area Community Center.
Local News : Easter Project Benefits Local Churches
The sixth grade class at Holiday Park Elementary School is putting the finishing touches on a project called Hop-Around Help
Local News : Contribution Helps Purchase Medical Equipment
The Allegheny Valley Hospital Auxiliary presented a check in the amount of $45,000 to the Alle-Kiski Medical Center as a contribution...
Local News : Special Easter Presentation
The Pine Run Presbyterian Church of Markle will be presenting a special drama re-enacting the Last Supper. The drama, .This Do in Remembrance of Me,. will be on stage April 17th
Local News : New Website Promotes Reading
The Highlands High School librarian and Susan Wilson, Youth Services at the Tarentum/Harrison branches of the Community Library of Allegheny Valley, have been working on a cooperative project that involves creating an online book review website for teens
Local News : Nature Trail Refurbished As Part Of National Service Week Project
The Alle-Kiski Society of the Penn State Alumni Association Alumni will complete its National Service Week project with a clean-up
Local News : Meet The Candidates At Freeport
On May 8 at 7:30pm, you will be able to meet the candidates for the Freeport Area School District"s Board of Directors.
Local News : Pittsburgh Regional Science and Engineering Fair
Twelve students represented St. Joseph High School in Natrona Heights at the Pittsburgh Regional Science and Engineering Fair, which took place on April 4 and April 5
Local News : Kiski Area Dominates Two Academic Competitions
The Kiski Area High School dominated two academic competitions, the StrongLand Quiz Bowl and StrongLand Math League, which were recently held at Penn State New Kensington.
Local News : Two Medical Scholarships Awarded
Michelle Victain, third year medical student at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and Corey Pacek, in his second year of medical school at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia received Allegheny Valley Hospital's Medical Staff Scholarship for 2003.
Local News : Federal Program Helps Supplement Income
Would you like to get a better job or advance in the one that you are currently working? Well, these goals might not seem so far out of reach once you learn about a government program that is designed to help people do just that.
Local News : Students Plan And Host Mock Wedding
The Child Development/Family Relations class at Plum Senior High hosted its second annual wedding event yesterday afternoon at the high school.
Local News : Professor From Apollo Wins Atherton Award
There are 5,213 faculty members at Penn State University. Four of them receive the highly-prestigious George W. Atherton award for excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
Local News : Accident Under Investigation
The Allegheny Township Police Department is investigating a vehicle accident that occurred on April 8, along Markle Road.
Local News : Spring Blood Drive A Success
The Penn State New Kensington blood drive was certainly a success. Students faculty and staff donated 33 units of blood during the semi-annual Blood Drive on April 2.
Local News : Freeport Races For The Cure
Once again the Freeport Elementary PTO will be hosting the "Komen Race For The Cure" mini-walk.
Local News : Principal To Receive NCEA Award
St. Joseph High School Principal Beverly Kaniecki ('64) has been chosen to receive an Annual Secondary Schools Award from the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), recognizing her years of distinguished service to Catholic education.
Local News : Festival Committee Being Formed
Washington Township Supervisors and committee members are looking for volunteers to participate in a 2003 Washington Township Festival Committee
Local News : Annual Read Across America Celebration
The Regency Park Elementary School in Plum recently celebrated the Annual Read Across America Celebration. This year the program took a new and exciting twist.
Local News : Vandergrift Churches Merge
The Newly merged Vandergrift Presbyterian Church is the culmination of faiths of the former Trinity and the former First Presbyterian Churches in Vandergrift, Pennsylvania.
Local News : Students Receive Awards At History Day Competition
Twenty students from St. Joseph High School in Natrona Heights received eight awards in six categories at the regional History Day competition held at the Heinz History Center on March 22.
St. Joseph students received
Local News : Relay For Life Seeking Volunteers
The Puckety Church in Lower Burrell is the official meeting place for the Four Corners Unit of the American Cancer Society. The first portion of their meetings from 7pm to 8pm focus on registering teams, sharing of fundraising ideas and answering questions about Relay For Life. The second portion of the meetings from 8pm to 9pm focus on Relay planning.
Local News : A-K Music Day Camp 12th Anniversary
This year St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in New Kensington will be holding its 12th Anniversary of the Alle-Kiski Music Day Camp. The camp is for any young musician age seven through seventeen. There is no previous experience required to participate. The camp consists of music classes, recitals by professional musicians, and ends with a concert.
Local News : Picnic To Honor Members Of Armed Forces
The Tri City Jaycees are in the process of putting together a special event to honor the military and show their support to their families.
Local News : Community Invited To Educational Program
The Saltsburg Middle High School will offer a special night for parents entitled "Drug Abuse 2003 - The Rules Have Changed" on April 10 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
Local News : Bids Being Taken For Kunkle Park Project
Washington Township Supervisors are seeking bidders for construction of a concession and restroom facilities building at Kunkle Park.
Local News : Grand Opening Celebration Planned
The Allegheny Foothills Historical Society Room will be having its Grand Opening on April 5th from noon to 4pm. There are a lot of great antique photographs and documents on display, which will give you a great overview of the local history. You can also search for your ancestors in the 1900 Census of Plum Township
Local News : Weed & Seed Program Takes Next Step
The New Kensington/Arnold Weed & Seed Initiative will be presenting the Revitalization Plan developed for the target area of the communities of New Kensington and Arnold on Thursday, March 27, at the Valley High School auditorium at 7pm.
Local News : Home Show Expo Great Success
The Strongland Chamber of Commerce and participating businesses certainly outdid themselves at the expo that was held over the weekend in the old Montgomery Wards building in Lower Burrell. Hundreds of vendors were on hand to answer questions, give out prizes and talk to the thousands of curious individuals that came through the doors.
Local News : Spring Theatre Production of
The Stanley family is the victim of an obnoxious, unwanted guest in the Penn State New Kensington's spring production, The Man Who Came to Dinner, March 20-22, 8:00 p.m. in the campus' Forum Theatre. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for the general public
Local News : Plans For Annual Strawberry Festival Underway
The plans for this year's Strawberry Festival sponsored by the Burrell Area Rotary Club are well under way. The Rotary is inviting community organizations and individuals to participate in the Annual Strawberry Festival and Community Yard Sale that will take place on June 14th
Local News : Plans For Annual Strawberry Festival Underway
The plans for this year's Strawberry Festival sponsored by the Burrell Area Rotary Club are well under way.
Local News : Police Make Arrests In Theft Cases
The Allegheny Township Police Department has made arrests in two different theft incidences, one occurring at Giant Eagle and the other at K-Mart in Allegheny Township.
Local News : Free Lunch Program For Apollo Residents
The Apollo United Presbyterian Church Evangelism Committee is sponsoring a "Free Lunch" program on the second Saturday of each month
Local News : Laurel Point Participates In Running Start Program
Be Excited About Reading was the theme for the first graders at Laurel Point School on Friday, March 14th.
Local News : IUP Saxophone Quartet Visits Saltsburg Elementary
The Indiana University of Pennsylvania Saxophone Quartet held a performance at Saltsburg Elementary School on March 17, 2003 to help the students of Saltsburg Elementary celebrate "Music in our Schools Month".
Local News : Elementary Students Get Running Start
Yesterday Allegheny/Hyde Park students in the first grades were honored during a special "Running Start Celebration".
Local News : Community Center Will Be Hosting A Special Program
The Freeport Area Community Center will be hosting a special program entitled "Wee Move Together".
Local News : The American Cancer Society Information Social
The Four Corners Unit of the American Cancer Society Apollo Relay for Life Survivors and Advocacy Committees has scheduled an advocacy "Action Network" information social on March 19, in the Charles W. Young Conference Center at the Alle-Kiski Medical Cetner, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
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Local News : Parking Lot Theater To Open Soon
The weather is finally getting warmer and soon it will be time for "Parking Lot Theater" at the United Methodist Church in Plum.
Local News : Celebrating Fifty Years Of Community Service
This month the Allegheny Township Lions Club will be celebrating "Fifty Years of Community Service".
Local News : Life Savers Seeking Members
The Avonmore Life Savers Volunteer Ambulance membership drive is still going strong.
Local News : Early Childhood Development Classes
The Kiski Valley YMCA is now taking registrations for Fall Early Childhood Development Classes.
Local News : Alle-Kiski Society Service Week Project
The Alle-Kiski Society will again help refurbish the Penn State New Kensington Nature Trail as part of its National Service Week project.
Local News : Local Communities Benefit From Foundation Grant Money
According to Gail Seifert, Executive Director of the Armstrong County Community Foundation, the past year they have awarded seventeen grants totaling about $49,000 to non-profit organizations in Armstrong County.
Local News : Freeport Kiwanis Give Back To Community
Through time spent on spaghetti dinners and selling peanuts at the Lernerville Speedway, the Freeport Kiwanis has been able to raise enough money to make a difference in their local community.
Local News : Fifth Annual Family Fun Gala 2003
Residents of the Alle-Kiski Valley will be treated to a two-day fun, educational and informational event on March 19th and 20th at the Clarion Hotel in New Kensington sponsored by the Alle-Kiski Medical Center and the Alle-Kiski HOPE Center.
Local News : Second Phase In Kiskimere Housing Project
The county of Armstrong's Department of Planning and Development will be conducting a new intake for applicants from Kiskimere who wish to be considered for housing rehabilitation grant funding assistance.
Local News : Congratulations to Joe Makara of Burrell
Local News : Congratulations to Coach Turskey of Kiski Area
Local News : Congratulations to Bill Spencer of Highlands
Local News : YMCA Staff Make New Commitment To Quality
The Kiski Valley YMCA was just one of the 30 YMCA's represented at a two-day training called Quality 101.
Local News : Library Prepares For Summer Program
The Apollo Memorial Library is currently planning for their annual Summer Reading Program. This year's theme, "Sports and Games" provides a wide range of activities reinforced with the books and stories that give summer reading its roots.
Local News : Exploration Fair A Success
Explorathon 2002-03 ended successfully on March 7 with a fair to discuss and display work from the 12-week program.
Local News : Congratulations to Bill Spencer of Highlands,
Local News : Rita's Grand Opening A Success
Friday at noon the new Lower Burrell branch of Rita's Italian Ice opened its doors for business.
Local News : New Kensington Library Presented With Check
Senator Sean Logan presented the New Kensington branch of the People's Library with a $10,000 check on Friday.
Local News : Burrell's Joe Makara Takes Home The Gold
Today, Joe Makara of Burrell High School won the 125lb AA State Championship held at Giant Center in Hershey PA
Local News : Explorathon 2002 Will Close With Fair
On March 7, 2003 the Explorathon 2002 pilot study will come to a close with a special fair for students to exhibit projects, provide demonstrations and make presentations based on their work during the 12-week program.
Local News : Dignitaries Attend Reception
State and local dignitaries were on hand as Thunder Mountain Lenapé Nation unveiled plans for a Native American Heritage Complex on 200+ acres along the Kiskimenitas River near Saltsburg during a formal reception in the Indiana County Courthouse Annex Feb. 28.
Local News : Six School Districts Contribute To Art Exhibit
The works of high school students from local school districts will be in the spotlight during March as Penn State New Kensington hosts "Arts Alive" in the campus Art Gallery throughout March.
Local News : Audubon Society Facilitates Free Program
This Saturday the Freeport Community Center will be host to a program presented by the Pennsylvania Audubon Society.
Local News : Valley JROC Takes Third
The Valley High School JROTC Cadets were among those who competed at the League 9 Drill & Ceremony Competition that was held on February 22, 2003, at the Valley High School.
Local News : Saltsburg Students Jump On Heart Disease And Stroke
During the week of February 10 through February 14, the Saltsburg Elementary School students jumped all over heart disease and stroke by participating in a "Jump Rope for Heart" contest.
Local News : Elementary Students Celebrate Math Month
The month of February has been declared "MATH MONTH" at Adlai Stevenson Elementary School in Plum.
Local News : StrongLand Chamber of Commerce Launches Major Home Show For Area
When the Strategic Planning Committee of StrongLand Chamber of Commerce met last fall they were concerned about these tough economic times.
Local News : Local Martial Artists Take Honors At Championship
Students from the Caliguri's Academy of Martial Arts in Arnold attended the Pittsburgh Karate Championships that were held on Sunday February 23, at the New Kensington High School.
Local News : Bids To Reopen On Park Project
At the last Washington Township Supervisors meeting, approval was given for Design 3 to prepare and advertise the Kunkle Park building project.
Local News : Plans For Complex Unveiled
State and local dignitaries will be on hand as Thunder Mountain Lenapé Nation unveils plans for a Native American Heritage Complex on over two hundred acres along the Kiskimenitas River near Saltsburg PA during a formal reception
Local News : Police Department Educates Community
The Lower Burrell Police Department is currently accepting applications for the Lower Burrell Citizen Police Academy, which will begin on April 10, at the Lower Burrell Municipal Building.
Local News : Peoples Library Night Out
How would you like to enjoy a wonderful night out on the town for two?
Local News : Buc Wrestlers Deliver At WPIAL Inidividual Championships
The Burrell High School Wrestling squad traveled to Washington, PA to the WPIAL
Local News : Students Raise Money For Charity
The Student Government Association at Penn State New Kensington has raised more than $8,500 so far for THON, the largest student-run charity in the world
Local News : Learning Center Ready To Launch New Program
Bille Jo Jendrey, Program Developer at the Alle-Kiski Learning Center, was excited yesterday as she displayed the new video production equipment that the center has acquired
Local News : Boosters Sponsor Tribute Luncheon
The members of the Kiski Area Instrumental Boosters are organizing a luncheon as a tribute to Mr. Alex Constanza for April 6, at noon.
Local News : High Schools Face Off In Quiz Bowl
Who was the only governor of Massachusetts to ever become president of the United States?
Local News : Youth Sponsor Dramatic Presentations
Evangelist Roy Gearhart of Cutting Edge Ministries in Indiana, PA, will be presenting three different Biblical performances throughout the month of March at the Vandergrift First United Methodist Church.
Local News : Students Prepare For National History Day
Sophomore students from St. Joseph High School spent a day at the Carnegie Library earlier this month doing research for their History Day projects.
Local News : Scholarships Available For Plum Seniors
The Plum High School Guidance office is currently accepting applications from high school seniors for the Dale L. Nero Scholarship.
Local News : Genealogy Workshop Rescheduled
A genealogy workshop that was postponed due to bad weather, has been rescheduled and will be presented in the Salt Center at Market & Pine Streets, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Saturday, Feb. 22.
Local News : Community Library Announces Upcoming Adult Programs
The Community Library of Allegheny Valley's Natrona Heights and Tarentum branches will be offering adult programs through the next several months.
Local News : Good Deed Turns Bad
The State Police in Washington Township made a couple of arrests after investigating an incident that took place during the severe winter weather that hit this area.
Local News : Dinner Theater Benefits Youth Group
After months of preparation and excited anticipation prom night finally arrives. Unfortunately problems arise as the gym floods and the local high school finds itself without a facility to hold the yearly event.
Local News : Black History Art Exhibition Presentation
A slide presentation on the artwork of Tina Williams-Brewer and Ahmand Francis will be shown on Tuesday, February 25, 2003, 1:45 pm, in the Art Gallery at the Penn State campus
Local News : Youth Programs Going Strong
The Bethel Methodist Church in Lower Burrell is currently in its second session of their 'Kids Night Out' program.
Local News : North Apollo To Pilot Safety Program
Yesterday morning North Apollo Chief of Police Jack Wilmont met with Sandy Toy, Coordinator of the Highway Safety Program at IUP to discuss the start of the "Walking School Bus" program.
Local News : Little Known Treasure Offers Help To Community
The Alle-Kiski CareerLink in New Kensington is looking for individuals to take advantage of their multiple free programs.
Local News : Lifesavers Appreciate Community Support
The Avonmore Lifesaver Ambulance Service, based in Avonmore, is completely staffed by volunteers and serves an area of twenty square miles. They are very dependant on fundraisers and donations to continue to operate.
Local News : Child Passenger Safety Week Proceeds New Safety Law
National Child Passenger Safety week runs through February 15, 2003. During this time the Parks Township Police Department would like to remind families that the theme for this years is "I Buckle Up For Me And My Child" which is a consistant buckle up message for children as well as adults.
Local News : An Investment In The Future
The Leechburg Rotary Club has been involved in numerous community service projects for the past several years. Some of their contributions include providing two picnic tables to the Leechburg Riverfront Park, providing new playground equipment in the Leechburg/Gilpin Park, and repairing the picnic tables at the park.
Local News : YMCA Lock-In
The Young Life organization will be hosting their 8th annual lock-in at the Natrona YMCA on February 21st. The evening will begin at 10pm on Friday night and will be packed with fun until Saturday morning at 7am.
Local News : Plum School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Today students at the Plum High School will not just be eating their lunch in the brand new food court, they will be able to purchase items from an entirely new menu.
Local News : Let The Construction Begin
Local residents will be happy to learn that the construction at the Ponderosa site in Allegheny Township has begun. Owner and businessman Joe Kallen was out at the site yesterday afternoon to look over the progress made in just a half a day's work.
Local News : Plum's Treasures On Display
Over twenty years ago Eleanor C Broome began collecting local antiques with the hopes of one day being able to share those treasures with the public.
Local News : Police Investigating Theft At Precise Tool And Die
The Allegheny Township Police Department is investigating a theft and vandalism instance that took place between 7:30pm on February 7 and 5:30am on February 8.
Local News : WHAT A SEASON!!! Congratulations Kiski Wrestlers
What a season!
The Kiski Area Cavs wrestling squad, undefeated in regular season, section and WPIAL champs, reached the PIAA state finals this weekend with victories over State College Saturday morning and over Shikellamy Friday night.
Local News : Cavaliers In PIAA Finals!
The Kiski Area Cavs wrestling squad, led by Coach Charles Tursky, is in the PIAA state finals. The Cavs nailed a win against State College earlier Saturday morning in the semifinals, 32-28
Local News : Cavaliers Win PIAA Quarterfinals!
The Kiski Area Cavs won the right to advance to the State semifinals Saturday morning as they defeated Shikellamy, 39-19 late Friday night.
Local News : Students Excel At Academy Of Science
St. Joseph High School's 15 students attending the Region 7 meeting for the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS) received multiple awards at the event that was held on February 1 at Chartiers Valley High School.
Local News : Local Professor Receives Honor
Dr. Clarence Finley, associate professor of Chemistry at Penn State New Kensington, was selected to judge the 2003 Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, May 13-14 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Local News : Local Museum Gets New Look
Last Saturday the Leechburg Area Museum and Historical Society opened its doors once again after a month long renovation project.
Local News : Art Across The Curriculum
Although temperatures reached a bitter low last night, parents, friends and teachers packed the Vandergrift Elementary School's halls for the Kiski Area 2003 Art Show.
Local News : Buckle Up For Safety
The Plum High School wants to inform students, families and friends of a new safety law that will be affecting all licensed drivers.
Local News : Learning Center Continues To Expand
Built with the support of the community, the Alle-Kiski Learning Center has grown substantially since its inception in 1986.
Local News : Genealogy Workshop Offered
A genealogy workshop, hosted by Thunder Mountain Lenapé Nation will be held in the Salt Center at Market & Pine Streets in Saltsburg, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Saturday, Feb. 15.
Local News : College Program Ready For Takeoff
Penn State New Kensington has teamed with the Pittsburgh International Airport (PIA) on a student project to study the air cargo market potential of manufacturers, retailers, and warehouse and distribution
Local News : Kiski Takes WPIAL AAA
The Kiski Cavaliers won the WPIAL AAA Wrestling Championship defeating a tough Connellsville team 32-22.
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