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By Christen M. Stroh

Middle school student MadisonHuschak may seem too old tocare much about toys, but that

isn’t stopping her from collecting themthis holiday season. The 6th grader atCharleroi Middle School started a toydrive she named Mad4Giving; Madisonhas a goal of collecting 100 new toysfrom Nov. 15 – Dec. 15 to be distributedto local families in need.

Madison originally wanted to justhave a Christmas party where peoplewho were invited would come with atoy to donate, and the idea grew fromthere. “I wanted to do something thatwould make Christmastime better forpeople in need,” she said.

“She’s such a sweet girl with such agood soul,” Jennifer Huschak,Madison’s mother, said. “For being soyoung, she’s so aware of her surround-

ings. We’re so proud.”Jennifer said when she asked

Madison – who named the toy driveafter herself – where she got the idea fora toy drive in the first place, Madisonexplained that she understands that noteveryone lives like she does, but every-one deserves to have a nice Christmas.The Huschaks decided that having atoy drive would be a good idea.

Local businesses seem to think this isa good idea, too – Salatino’s RiverHouse Café on McKean Ave. inCharleroi, Knick Knacks and PaddyWacks on W. Main Street inMonongahela, and Paolo's Pizza andPastaria on Fallowfield Ave. inCharleroi have all established Mad4-Giving donation boxes where toys canbe dropped off through the 15th. Oncecollected, the toys will be taken toCharleroi School District, where theywill be distributed through the venues

they collect for during the holiday sea-son. This way, the donations will trulystay within the local community.Anything left will go to Toys for Tots.

Businesses willing to participate byestablishing a Mad4Giving donationbox or people who wish to donate orwho have questions can contactMadison at [email protected] can follow Mad4Giving onFacebook.

Madison Huschak, 11, poses with a donation box used in her toy drive.

Charleroi Pre-Teen Establishes Toy Drive for Local Families in Need

Mad4Giving’s Goal is 100 Toys

Epoch SleepDisorders Center

Holds 2nd AnnualBedding Drive

Epoch Sleep DisordersCenter’s 2nd Annual BeddingDrive will be held throughDecember 14, 2012. Donationswill be accepted at Epoch SleepDisorders Center; McKnightMedical; Hey Andy's; SWMCCharleroi; Willow Car Wash;and Charleroi, Frazier, and BelleVernon Middle/High Schools.

Please participate in this bed-ding drive. We are collectingnew sheets, pillowcases, com-forters, pillows, pajamas, etc.All collected items will bedonated to children in needin our local communities andto the Hurricane Sandy reliefproject.

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Monessen Resident Thanks Community for Efforts in

Locating Lost DogDear Editor,

I would like to thank the community of Monessen. On Tuesday, November13 at 9 p.m. our mini pinscher, Hunter, escaped from his harness into thewoods behind us on Althelia. For the next 20 hours, the entire communitypitched in to help us find him.

Local boys searched the woods and cemetery and fellow dog ownerswalked their dogs sniffing and carrying treats. The mayor, city administrator,garbage men, mail lady, and local police all kept their eyes and ears open.

Neighbors posted his picture on Facebook and helped distribute flyers. Thenew owners of Libby's posted his picture in the window. We took calls allafternoon of sightings and finally around 5:30, he crawled out from his hid-ing spot on Althelia and into my mother-in-law’s lap. We couldn't havecaught the little escape artist without the community support and we reallywant to thank them publicly.

Bonni Smiley, Monessen

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MONONGAHELA AREA LIBRARYCLOWN SHOW - the library will have aclown on hand from 11 a.m. - noon to enter-tain children. In addition a holiday craftactivity is slated from noon - 1 p.m. Childrenwill make paper holiday wreaths and those inattendance will receive a coloring book fromthe Friends of the Library.

STORY TIME WITH SANTA - 1 p.m. atthe J.K. Tener Library in Charleroi. Comevisit with Santa, listen to stories, do craftsand drink hot cocoa! Bring your cameras!

TOYS FOR NEEDY KIDS OLDIESDANCE - featuring DJ Don Incheck and DJBill Barnett with music of the late ‘50s andearly ‘60s at the Norwin Elks, Sandy Hill Rd.,Manor, PA. from 7:30 - 11:30 p.m. Doorprizes, cash bar, kitchen open. Admission isfree, just bring a toy. For more information,call 724-984-6611 or 724-526-1012.

MONESSEN COMMUNITY CHRIST-MAS –Sponsored by MCDC. Free breakfast

with Mrs. Claus at the Food Bank Building,12 p.m. Holiday parade. Join Santa at theCommunity Christmas Tree for hot cocoa,cookies, along with trimming of the tree andcarols. MCDC is still looking for volunteers.To participate, email [email protected] or call 724-684-9712.

"HO, HO, HO WITH THE WSO!" CON-CERT - Trinity High School, Washington, 8p.m. Washington Symphony Orchestra per-forms traditional and modern music. TheToffee House of Washington will take ordersfor its products. Tickets available atwww.washsym.org or by calling 724-223-9796, and advance tickets can also be pur-chased at Citizens Library in Washington, allbranches of Washington Financial Bank, andat the door.

CHRISTMAS CRECHE SHOW - FirstUnited Methodist Church, Monongahela.Our 7th Show of Nativities boasts creches ofall sizes, shapes and materials. Live Nativity,refreshments, door prizes. No Charge. 11a.m. – 3 p.m.

DECEMBER 1-2CHRISTMAS CRAFT/BAKE SALE - St.

John the Baptist Byzantine CatholicChurch, 201 E. Main Street, Uniontown, isholding its annual Christmas Craft andBake Sale on Saturday, December 1 from 12-5 p.m. and on Sunday, December 2 from 9a.m. - 2 p.m. in the upstairs school hall. Noadmission. For information, call the churchoffice 724-438-6027 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

SANTA TROLLEY EVENT –Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 10 a.m.-5p.m. (last trolley leaves at 4 p.m.).Children take a trolley ride with Santa,while parents enjoy caroling and view fromvintage streetcar. $9 for adults, $8 for sen-iors (62+), and $7 for children ages 1-15;children under 1 are free. Family rate of$40. Admission includes trolley rides,exhibits, and the museum store. Bring anunwrapped toy with a minimum value of$10 and receive a free admission. Toys willbe accepted through Sunday, December 16.For information call 724-228-9256 or visitwww.pa-trolley.org.

DECEMBER 2MON VALLEY COIN CLUB MEETING -

2 p.m. at the Charleroi Senior CitizensCenter. This will be the annual Christmasparty. The general public and all members areinvited. For more information, call 724-984-6611.

DECEMBER 4MID-MON VALLEY SHIPMATES MEET-

ING - 7 p.m. at the James C. Ford Post 949American Legion, Carroll Township. Open toall former and active members of the Navy,Coast Guard and/or Merchant Marines.

DECEMBER 5TRI-COUNTY AMERICAN LEGION

AUXILIARY EXECUTIVE MEETING -10:30 a.m. and regular meeting at 11 a.m.will be at the Waynesburg Legion Post #330.Carol Harrison, Dept. MembershipChairman will be the guest speaker and allcounty units are encouraged to come. CallJackie Shriver 724-710-5300 for lunch reser-vations. Bring gifts for Girls State Raffle andyour entries for the Poppy Corsage Contest.




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BENTLEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARYFAMILY NIGHT - 5:30 p.m. at the library.The evening will include storytime,Gingerbread Houses and games. All ages arewelcome. Please contact the library for movietitles and to register at 724-239-5122.

DECEMBER 7ZUMBA CLUB NIGHT - the Mon Valley

YMCA will transform into a club environ-ment while promising to deliver the workoutonly Zumba fitness can bring! Class will runfrom 7 – 8:30 p.m. Register in the businessoffice. $5 for Mon Valley YMCA membersand registered Zumba participants, $10 fornon-members. For questions contact us at724-483-8077.

DECEMBER 7 – 8TOY SALE - at The Christian Center

Church in Belle Vernon on Friday, December7, from 5 - 7 p.m. and Saturday, December 8,from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Toys will be sold atlow prices and proceeds will benefit New LifeOptions Crisis Pregnancy Center inMonongahela. Donations requested; pleasecall the Christian Center Church for moreinformation at 724-929-3670.

DECEMBER 7-9SANTA TROLLEY EVENT –

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 10 a.m.-5p.m. (last trolley 4 p.m.). Children take atrolley ride with Santa, while parents enjoycaroling and view from vintage streetcar.Check out the large Lionel toy train Trolleysand Toy Trains will be held December 7 from10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Ride our festive trolleys, andstop at the museum store for unique railway-oriented gifts. The museum closes for theseason December 16. $9 for adults, $8 forseniors (62+) and $7 for children ages 1-15;children under 1 are free. Family rate of $40.Admission includes trolley rides, exhibits,and the museum store. The museum ispleased to again participate in the “Toys forTots” campaign. Bring an unwrapped toywith a minimum value of $10 and receive afree admission. For information call 724-228-9256 or visit www.pa-trolley.org.

DECEMBER 8LOCK 4 VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA - 9 a.m. in theFire Department Social Hall. Cost is$5/adults and $4/children. The menuincludes eggs, sausage, hash browns andhome-made pancakes. Music by DJ Pat andfree photo with Santa, along with a specialtreat. Additional information is available at724-489-9988.

CHARLEROI LODGE #615 FREE ANDACCEPTED MASONS CHRISTMASPARTY - Masonic Hall, 7th and Mckean inCharleroi at 6:30 p.m. The cost of admissionis an unwrapped toy for a child with a maxi-mum value of $20. Toys will be donated tothe Mon Valley Leathernecks. Dinner will beprovided and the general public is invited.Santa Claus will be there for all of the chil-dren in attendance. For more information,call 724-984-6611 or 724-537-6121.

OLDE FASHIONED CHRISTMAS –Historic George Washington Hotel, 60 SouthMain Street, Washington, 6-9 p.m. Presentedby Community Action Southwest. Horsd'oeuvres, variety of entertainment, silentauction, photos with Olde Fashioned Santa,decadent cordials, horse and carriage rides,and dancing in the Grand Ballroom with theWashington Jazz Society Big Band. Corporatetables available. To purchase tickets, visitwww.caswg.org or call 724-225-9550.

PANCAKE AND SAUSAGE BREAKFAST– Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church, Rt. 88,South of Finleyville, 7-11 a.m. $5 for adults;$2.50 for children under 12. For more infor-mation, call 724-348-5278.

CAT SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC -Monongahela Armory, Second Street, dropoff 7-7:30 a.m. Pick up by 3 p.m. Sponsoredby The Washington County Feline JusticeProgram. Cost is $45 and includesspay/neuter, rabies shot, distemper shot, flea& ear treatment. Cash payment at drop off.One cat per carrier/crate. Call 724-941-3991for appointment (necessary).

CHRISTMAS CONCERT – RiverviewBaptist Church, 405 Main Street, NewEagle, 7 p.m. Women's quartet Shepherd'sVoice will present "Come On, It'sChristmas!" A love gift offering will betaken to help support the church's upcom-ing mission trip to Haiti. Light refreshmentswill be provided following the concert.

MONONGAHELA AREA LIBRARYCRAFT SESSION – The library will host apopsicle stick manger scene craft for chil-dren from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The craft will nottake the full two hours, but the materialsand instruction will be available in that timeslot. In order to have enough materials forthe children, reservations are requested bycalling the library by Thursday, December 6.

DECEMBER 8-9CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE – Peacock's

Tale Antique and Curiosity Shop, intersec-tion of Route 136 and Valley View Road,Eighty Four, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Door prizes,snacks, free gifts, and store-wide discounts.Vintage jewelry, German beer steins, musicboxes, jewelry boxes, sports items and col-lectibles, kitchenwares, bar and “man cave”items, Duncan Miller and elegant glass-ware, vintage Christmas pieces, Rosevillepottery, paperweights, and more. For moreinformation, call 724-223-1501 or visitwww.peacockstale.com.

DECEMBER 14-16SANTA TROLLEY EVENT –

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 10 a.m.-5p.m. (last trolley leaves at 4 p.m.). Childrentake a trolley ride with Santa, while parentsand grandparents enjoy caroling and viewfrom vintage streetcar. Admission is $9 foradults, $8 for seniors (62+), and $7 for chil-dren ages 1-15; children under 1 are free.Family rate of $40 for up to two adults andfour children. Admission includes trolleyrides, exhibits, and the museum store. Themuseum is pleased to again participate inthe “Toys for Tots” campaign. Bring anunwrapped toy with a minimum value of$10 and receive a free admission. Toys will

be accepted through Sunday, December 16.For information call 724-228-9256 or visitwww.pa-trolley.org.

DECEMBER 15MON VALLEY CLOGGERS CHRIST-

MAS PERFORMANCE – Century III Mall,Macy's court area, West Mifflin, 7 p.m. Clogdancing is a percussive dance easilydescribed as "hillbilly tap dance." The MonValley Cloggers are the area's most promi-nent cloggers, having performed over 700shows in southwestern Pennsylvania sinceorganization in 1992.

DECEMBER 17STORYTIME WITH SANTA CLAUS -

5:30 – 7 p.m at Monessen Public Library.That jolly old elf, Santa Claus, will be theguest reader for StoryTime. Mr. Claus willalso listen to children’s Christmas wishes,hand out special treats, and pose for photos.Please register ahead of time. Call 724-684-4750 or email [email protected].

DECEMBER 18MID-MON VALLEY SHIPMAKES

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY - 5 p.m. atthe James C. Ford Post 949 AmericanLegion, Carroll Township. Members andtheir guests.

DECEMBER 29PSYCHIC FAIR – The Chapel of

Oneness, 345 Regis Avenue, West Mifflin,10 a.m.-4 p.m. Variety of psychics/medi-ums, tarot card reader, aura photographer.Massage and Reiki; metaphysical items,books, jewelry, and gemstones for sale. Fora $5 donation to the Chapel, you willreceive a nice lunch. Stop by!

MONONGAHELA AREA LIBRARYCRAFT SESSION - The library will host abird feeder-making craft from 11 a.m. -noon in the Activity Room of the library.Peanut butter will be used to turn a pinecone into a treat for our feathered friends.Stories about birds in winter will also befeatured.

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By Alice Harris

The Friends of Bentley-ville Public Library raisedover $1,400 at their annualjewelry sale held onNovember 9, 2012 at theLibrary in Bentleyville. TheFriends collect jewelry allyear. Much of the jewelry iscostume, but a good amountof fine jewelry comes in,also. Members meet over theyear to clean and put to the jewelry to good order to be ready for the annual sale.Each year the sale's popularity has increased and this year, early bird shopping wasoffered a half hour early for $5. A half price sale was also offered beginning at noon.Monies raised fund library programs over the year. The Friends plan to add purs-es and scarves to their 2013 sale. Anyone wishing to donate items for next year'ssale can drop then off at the Bentleyville Library.

Bentleyville Public Library’s Annual JewelrySales Net More than $1,000 Profit

Monessen Library AnnouncesDecember Programs for Children

The Monessen Public Library, located at 326 Donner Avenue inMonessen, announces the following children's programs for the month ofDecember. For questions, please call the library at 724-684-4750.

StoryTime continues on Monday afternoons at 2:30 p.m. for pre-schoolchildren and Monday evenings at 6 p.m. for families. All ages welcome.Grades 4 and up can make crafts at Wednesday Crafternoons onDecember 5, 12, and 19 from 5 - 6:30 p.m.

On Monday, December 17, from 5:30 – 7 p.m, Santa Claus,will be theguest reader for StoryTime. Mr. Claus will also listen to children’sChristmas wishes, hand out treats, and pose for photos. Please registerahead of time. Call 724-684-4750 or email [email protected].

LibraryFriends (l-r) CherylGriffith,Pat Sames,and DorothyLovat putthe finaltouches onjewelry forthe sale.

John K. Tener Library December EventsThe John K. Tener Library, located at 638 Fallowfield Avenue in Charleroi will be

holding the following events during the month of December. For additional infor-mation or questions, please call the library at 724-483-8282.

• December 1 at 1 p.m., come visit with Santa; listen to stories, do crafts anddrink hot cocoa! Bring your cameras!

• Remember Book Club meets the second Thursday of every month and newmembers are always welcome.

• Friends of Tener will meet on December 4 at 3:30 p.m. to wrap up the year andbegin to plan for next year. If you are interested, please plan to attend.

• Getting a Kindle for the holidays? Why pay for books when you can get themfree from the library? Call, check our website, or stop in for more info. Rememberyour card must be up to date to use our e-books.

• Did you make your tax deductible donation to the library yet? You have untilDecember 31 to do so. Remember every dollar helps!

Although somewhat cloudy, it was a72 -degree perfect weather day for our2nd annual Cement City Walking Tourand presentation on Sunday afternoon,October 14th. We hosted 26 people,most of which were from out of town.We started with a slide presentation onDonora’s National Historic District –Thomas Edison’s Cement City, and thenshowed artifacts and original blueprintsduring the construction from 1916 and1917. The slide presentation includedphotos from Donora’s favorite originalphotographer – Bruce Dreisbach. Awalking tour followed in the HistoricDistrict to point out various architectur-al details and concluded inside an actu-al Cement City home that has roomsrestored to the period. Apple cider andcookies were served at the museum. Itwas a full afternoon and a good timewas had by all.

Also in October, the DonoraHistorical Society presented at theHeinz History Center in Pittsburgh aspart of the Environmental Teen TownHall & National Youth Summit on theDust Bowl that took place on October17th. The subject of the Dust Bowl isthe latest documentary project by KenBurns. As one of three presenters ofman-made industrial disasters, SmogMuseum Curator Brian Charlton pre-sented an overview of the 1948 Smog.The Teen Town Hall was part of a largerlive webcast with the SmithsonianInstitution in Washington, D.C and Mr.Burns as part of the National YouthSummit.

For three days at the beginning ofNovember, we hosted PioneerProductions from London, England,who is in the process of making a docu-mentary on our 1948 Smog incident.Documentaries on this subject are noth-ing new for the Society as we have done

the same for PBS – “A Rumor of BlueSky,” the Weather Channel – “WhenWeather Changed History – KillerSmog” and most recently, the TravelChannel – “Mysteries at the Museum.”We expect to meet with Pioneer withinthe next month or two to get this proj-ect off the ground. We expect the proj-ect with Pioneer Productions to last intonext year. More information is to followas the project progresses.

For photography enthusiasts, lookfor the December issue of the ShutterbugMagazine and the article about theDonora Historical Society and one ofour projects where we had 200 glassplate negatives developed from ourBruce Dreisbach collection using a grantfrom the Washington County Com-munity Foundation. We’re very proudof this project and the pictures that weredeveloped have already been used in avariety of ways at the museum, on ourwebsite and in presentations.

There will not be any formal historicalpresentations for December and Januarydue to the holiday season; however, themuseum will still be open for you to dosome Christmas shopping. We carry awide array of books, apparel andmementos at the museum.

The Donora Historical Society andSmog Museum is located at the inter-section of 6th and McKean in the heartof Donora and is open Monday throughSaturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. or byappointment.

If you have additional questions aboutthe subjects mentioned above, the soci-ety, museum, meetings or possibly vol-unteering, feel free to stop by or emailus at the website [email protected] orby calling 724-823-0364 and leaving amessage. Or visit us on the web atwww.DonoraHistoricalSociety.org.

Donora Historical Society Hosts Successful Walking Tour; Presents

at Heinz History Center

Donora Fire Company Holds Toy DriveThe Donora Fire Company is hosting its first Toys for Tots drive called "Stuff A

Fire Truck." It runs through December 15th. The firefighters will be manning thestation on Friday and Saturday evenings from 4 - 10 p.m. and during the weekfrom 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. You can drop toys off at the fire station at any of these times!Thank you!



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Bentleyville Recreation Dedicates New Building at Richardson ParkBy Alice Harris

It was a summer of hardwork for members of theBentleyville Recreation Boardin efforts to get RichardsonPark to good shape for theenjoyment of the community.Roy and Marie Larimer, alongwith other Recreation Boardand community membersand Park Attendant JuniorWilson, spent many longhours constructing new footbridges, painting, and doinggeneral repairs.They alsoadded new lighting, securitycameras, and drinking fountains.

Richardson Park has ballfields, a walking path, and playgrounds. A newbuilding was also erected to use for holiday events including Easter, the Fourthof July, Halloween, and Christmas. It will be also used to store supplies. Thenewly finished building and a beautiful Richardson Park were dedicated onOctober 13, 2012.

Councilman Stan Glowaski, Marie Larimer, andCouncilman Roy Larimer open the doors to show the

inside at the dedication of the newly finished recreationbuilding at Richardson Park. All three spent many long

hours over summer working on Richardson Park.

Charleroi Area Historical Society, Inc.Recognizes Contributors for 2012

The CAHS, Inc. members gathered andwere welcomed by President Beth Perret atAnthony's on the Mon for the NovemberEnd-Of-Year-Dinner Meeting. LeotaVoelker led the Pledge of Allegiance, andPerret made some announcements andrecognized those who had perfect atten-dance for the year: Nikki Sheppick,LaVerne Williams, Larry Cowell, andLeota Voelker.

Under special recognition was VickiMoleski for taking care of the Society'sfinances and Lois Hawe for the wonderfulyearly programs. Also, the candy "Guessthe Number" contest with Santa Clauscontainers were won by Sheppick andMary Rockwell. The following wonbagged gifts: Linda Benini, Moleski, KarenJurzcak, Gene Sarninski, Regis Carroll,and Ken Thompson.

Sheppick explained the slate of officers for the new year as being the same withthe exception of the Treasurer still remaining undetermined and the remainingofficers were voted in unanimously. After having a wonderful luncheon and receiv-ing novelty tokens for the holiday, the members dispersed for the remainder of theyear and will meet again for the first regular program meeting in March of 2013.

Lois Hawe receiving a thank you bouquet ofroses for her work in getting quality and

educational programs for the year of 2012.

December Events Scheduled atMonongahela Area Library

The Monongahela Area Library, located at 813 West Main Street inMonongahela, announces upcoming events and programs for the month ofDecember. For additional information, call the library at 724-258-5409.

Individual Computer Tutorial SessionsWe will have individual computer tutorials December 17 - 20 and December 27

and 28 from noon - 5 p.m.The one-on-one sessions are intended for those whowant to learn how to use email, search for information, or sign up for Facebook orother similar sites. To sign up, please call 724-258-5409.

Children’s Programs We will host three children’s program during the month of December. On

December 1 the library will have a clown on hand from 11 a.m. - noon to enter-tain children. In addition a holiday craft activity is slated from noon - 1 p.m.Children will make paper holiday wreaths.

The following Saturday, December 8, the library will host a popsicle stick mangerscene craft for children from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The craft will not take the full twohours, but the materials and instruction will be available in that time slot.Reservations are requested by calling the library by Thursday, December 6.

The Saturday after Christmas, the library will host a bird feeder-making craftfrom 11 a.m. - noon. Peanut butter will be used to turn a pine cone into a treat forour feathered friends. Stories about birds in winter will also be featured.

Shortened Hours during One WeekWe will be open for reduced hours the week of December 9 - 15, 2012. Regular

hours are in effect Monday, December 10, but Tuesday - Thursday the library willopen at 4 p.m. and close at 7 p.m. Normal hours resume on Friday. In order thatpatrons will not incur overdue charges because they cannot make it to the libraryduring the shortened days, no items will be due from December 8 - 17th.

For more information about the library please call 724-258-5409.

Lock 4 Volunteer Fire DepartmentReady for Breakfast with Santa

Annual Breakfast Also Benefits Needy ChildrenBy Earl Bugaile

The Lock 4 Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual Breakfastwith Santa on Saturday, December 8 at 9 a.m. in the Fire DepartmentSocial Hall. Each year, the Breakfast with Santa gives members of thefire department funds to purchase toys for children of the communitywhich are delivered by fire truck every Christmas Eve. Food for thebreakfast is donated from various businesses, and all of the proceedsare used to support the toy drive. Cost of the Breakfast with Santa is$5/adults and $4/children. The menu includes eggs, sausage, hashbrowns and home-made pancakes. Drinks are also provided. Childrenand adults will be entertained with Christmas music by DJ Pat, and allchildren attending will receive a free photo with Santa, along with aspecial treat. Additional information about the Breakfast with Santa isavailable by contacting the fire hall at 724-489-9988.


Monongahela Valley Hospital ReceivesDonation from Ringgold High School

The Ringgold High School girls’ soccer team hosted a “Pink Out” fundraiserOctober 3 for Breast Cancer Awareness month. The evening included a Chineseauction, pink cookies, magnets, cotton candy and more. The Lady Rams raised$900 for Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Charles L. and Rose Sweeney MelenyzerPavilion and Regional Cancer Center and recently met with hospital staff topresent the check. Head Coach Tom Cameron’s wife, Kathy, who is also a breastcancer survivor treated at MVH, spearheaded the committee that organized thefundraiser.


Monessen Public Library & Cultural Center Purchases

New Computer SoftwareMonessen Public Library & Cultural Center recently purchased

Envisionware with PC reservation and session control software. Severallibraries in the Westmoreland System have been using the program forsome time. The new program allows self-checkout of a designated internetcomputer. To that end, patrons are now required to have their library cards.To log on, a patron must scan their library card, be assigned a specific com-puter and then retype their barcode when prompted to begin the one hoursession. At the end of the allotted time, the computer will ask if you wishto have an additional 30-minute time period. Patrons are permitted a 60-minute internet session each day, as long as they do not have outstandingfines on their accounts. The new software works in conjunction with thecirculation desk software to check each patron record.

Also, printing has changed. When printing is activated, it will go to thereference desk computer, and the reference librarian will have to release itbefore printing occurs. At the end of an internet session with printing, apatron is required to stop at the reference desk. The librarian on duty willtell the person the number of pages to be printed and the cost. Printing willthen begin.

Sitting from left are: Rose Jasko; Christina Wills and Ali Dimoff; all of Finleyville; and Kelly Donovanof Monongahela. Standing from left are: MVH Director of Radiation Oncology Debbie Burkhardt;

Harley Bobnar of New Eagle; Alli Indof of Monongahela; Chelsea Barman of Monongahela;and event committee chairperson Kathy Cameron of New Eagle.

Mid-Mon Valley Shipmates PlanChristmas Party; Get Ready for

“Wreaths Across America”With 34 members in attendance at the James C. Ford American Legion Home in

Carroll Twp., the November meeting of the Mid-Mon Valley Shipmates wasopened.

Publicity chairperson Francis Dutch reported that he has extended a thank-younote to Teri Sichi of the Valley Independent for her cooperation in getting the meet-ing write-ups in the paper. The Messengers write-ups are being submitted byGeorge Essey, who has extended his sincere thanks to their staff.

The Christmas party this year is scheduled for Tuesday, December 18, at theJames C. Ford American Legion Home. Social hour will begin at 5 p.m. with foodat 6 p.m. In lieu of live entertainment this year, a 60” screen will be available forviewing the film "Celebrate America," after which door prizes will be held. JoeGallo will be sending out the postcards and they must be returned to Jim Casertaby December 10th. There is no cost for a member and one guest. Any additionalguests will be assessed a fee of $15.

The first Saturday in June of 2013 is the tentative date for manning the doors atthe Belle Vernon Wal-Mart.

Letters have been sent to the survivors of our deceased members, requesting thereturn of the uniforms that were furnished to them by the organization. To date,there has been no response from any of them.

During the flag committee report, it was announced that over 1,000 studentshave been instructed in the proper way to respect our national flag and there are29 more schools on the schedule up to February of 2013. Again, help is needed,so if you are available, please contact Marshall.

When we first announced the Wreaths across America Program, it was men-tioned that individual donations can be made to purchase these wreaths. A ship-mate approached 84 Lumber and made mention of the individual donations. 84Lumber was impressed by our donation to the program that they responded bysending a check made payable to the "Wreaths Across America Organization." Weextend a very sincere thank you to the 84 Lumber Company.

Additional nominations for the officers for calendar years 2013-14 was open byCdr. Hess. No further nominations were received. Elected for the calendar years of2013 and 2014 are

CO - William Hess: XO - Barry Anders: Yeoman - James Caldwell: FO - JosephActon: Sgt-At-Arms - Carl Pro: Chaplain - Rev. Fred Pfeil. They will assume theirrespective offices at the first meeting in 2013.

The dismissal prayer was given by Chaplain Marshall Lignian and the meetingwas adjourned until the next regular meeting on December 4, 2012.

Bentleyville Public Library Hosts Family Night

Enjoy Family Night at the Bentleyville Public Library on Wednesday,December 5 at 5:30 p.m. The evening will include storytime, GingerbreadHouses and games. To register, call 724-239-5122.

The Bentleyville Public Library will be closed December 24 and 25,December 31 and January 1, 2013. Happy holidays to all of our patrons.

The Friends of the Bentleyville Public Library are sponsoring a raffle ofa 47" LED, LG, 3D Smart TV and 3D Blueray player. Tickets will be a dona-tion of $3 and the ticket will play off of the first official drawing of theevening lottery number on December 19. Tickets are available at the libraryand all proceeds benefit the library.


Santa trades in his sleigh for an antiquestreetcar to kick off Santa Trolley at thePennsylvania Trolley Museum weekendsin December. During Santa Trolley, chil-dren take a trolley ride with Santa andmake sure that he has their Christmaslist, while parents and grandparents enjoycaroling and the scenic view from a beau-tifully restored vintage streetcar. SantaTrolley dates are December 1-2, 8-9, and15-16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last trolleywith Santa leaves at 4 p.m.). After takinga ride with Santa, check out the largeLionel toy train layout featuring O scaletrains and trolleys in the Visitors’ Centerand ride the Yuletide Shuttle for more holiday fun! Trolleys and Toy Trains occursduring Santa Trolley as well on Fridays, December 7 and 14 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Come ride our festive trolleys that are decorated for the season, then come andexperience our beautiful multi-leveled Lionel toy train layout featuring many run-ning trains and trolleys in our Visitor Education Center. Make a stop at the muse-um store for unique railway oriented gifts. The museum closes for the seasonDecember 16 and reopened in March 2013.

Admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (62+) and $7 for children ages 1-15;children under 1 are free. There is also a special family rate of $40 for up to twoadults and four children. Admission includes trolley rides, exhibits, and the muse-um store. The museum is pleased to again participate in the “Toys for Tots” cam-paign. Bring an unwrapped toy with a minimum value of $10 and receive a freeadmission. Toys will be accepted through Sunday, December 16. For informationcall 724-228-9256 or visit the website at www.pa-trolley.org.

Santa Trolley Event at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum

Monongahela Christmas Light Up Night a Glittering Success

By Miranda Startare

Monongahela Area Chamber of Com-merce held its annual “Santa Claus IsShopping In Town” Christmas Light-UpCelebration on Friday, November 16.Many local businesses hosted openhouses, offering treats and discounts tothe large crowd of people in attendance.Madonna Catholic Regional Schoolentertained children with crafts, snacks,and hot chocolate, as well. The eventwas sponsored by many local business-es, including the Union-Finley Messen-ger and the Mon-Valley Messenger.

Luminaries lined the streets, with music playing from bands and DJs. A paradeled by the Ringgold High School Marching Band and The Dance Co. by Lori ledthe Lion’s Club and Santa to his house at First Federal Savings Bank.

Crowds were entertained by dancers from The Dance Co. by Lori throughouttown and by dancers from Miss Barbara’s School of Dance. Ringgold’s Raz Ma TazChoir sang carols throughout the city, as well. The chilly evening was a great suc-cess and a fun beginning to the Christmas season.

Students from The Dance Co. by Lori in New Eagle perform at Chess Park.

Two-Bell Ceremony Held toCommemorate USS Monongahela Anchor

By Miranda Startare

The city of Monongahela held atwo-bell ceremony on Saturday,November 17 to commemorate theerecting of a plaque near an anchorthat was given to the city by the USNavy in July 1982.

Members of the Mon ValleyShipmates, the American Legionand VFW Honor Guard, firedepartment and city officials, andSenator Tim Solobay were in atten-dance.

The anchor originally belongedto the USS Monongahela, whichwas initially commissioned duringthe Civil War. After the ship wasdestroyed by fire, the second USSMonongahela was used in WorldWar II and the Korean War. The anchor was later given to the city as a giftand has stood in front of the Monongahela Fire Department ever since.

Honor Guard member Jack Fawcett and SenatorTim Solobay stand by the anchor, which was

dedicated to Monongahela in July 1982by the U.S. Navy.

Rostraver Township Historical SocietyHosts Guest Speaker on War of 1812

Rostraver Township Historical Society's monthly meeting was held onNovember 13, 2012 at the historic Old Fells Methodist Church, 800Fellsburg Road, Belle Vernon. There were 23 local members present.

Popp led the Pledge of Allegiance. Robert Cook gave the invocation.Benjamin Lighthall read the minutes of the October meeting and theBoard meeting. Will Maurer read the treasurer’s report. Elaine Phillips andAmy Arrigo furnished the cookies and beverages on a Thanksgiving-themed table. The communication items were presented and discussed.The old and new business were discussed and acted upon.

Dr. Regis Serinko presented a program titled ‘Why and How the UnitedStates Became Involved in the War of 1812-1814.’ The men of GeneralMarkel's regiment from the Rostraver and West Newton areas traveled byboat down the Yough River to Pittsburgh, down the Ohio River toCincinnati and then up to Detroit. General Markel's regiment received 4causalities and several wounded. The leading commander praisedGeneral Markel for his leadership and the conduct uniforms of his troops.

The December meeting will be a Christmas dinner meeting at Hoss'Steak and Seafood Restaurant in Rostraver Twp. with the past 8 month'sspeakers as guests.

Go to our website at www.monvalleymessenger.com and click on “gallery” formore photos of this production by Paul Chasko.


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California United Methodist Church Hosts Free Community Quilt Show

By Alice Harris

California United Methodist Church hosted an open to the public freeCommunity Quilt Show on November 5, 2012 from 1-4 p.m. The well-attendedshow featured vintage and newer handmade quilts displayed in the beautiful oldchurch that dates to 1859. Quilters Sheila Chambers, Emmilou Roadman Stewart,Myrtle Belle, Delores Platter, and many others put in many long hours to be ready.In addition to quilts, guests were treated to a array of refreshments served on vin-tage dishes. Hand-crocheted and sewn items for purchase, a Chinese Auction oflovely baskets, and a quilt raffle completed the day.

Ninety-five year oldAnna "Peg" Turnerposes next to one ofher two stained glasswindow quilts. Peg

was born and raisedin Monongahela, andher father owned afeed store on Chess

Street.She made thesequilts many years agousing feed sacks from

her father's store.

Mon Valley YMCA Acknowledges BreastCancer Awareness with Pink Out

Recently the Mon Valley YMCA had a pink out day for Breast CancerAwareness. The children made pink ribbons and hand prints on a huge ribbonhanging in the hallway. Pictured are the infant/toddler room teachers: Mrs.Kathy, Mrs. Carol, Ms. Heather, and Ms. Brianna.


Monongahela Area Library ReceivesDonation for Large-Print Books

The MonongahelaArea Library is cur-rently receiving fourlarge-print bookseach month thanksto a donation fromthe Monongahela –Donora Lions Club.The gift was in keep-ing with the Lions’commitment tovision issues.

Library directorElina Filander stat-ed, “Between thestart of 2011 and thesame time this pastspring, our large-print book circulation had almost doubled.”

The donation will allow the library to add nearly 40 books to the large-printtitles already in the library. The additions to the collection include popular currentrelease titles, westerns and biographies.

We very much appreciate this gift,” Filander noted. “Many people don’t realizethat large-print books are much more expensive than other books. The Lions real-ly are filling a need with this donation.”

Locally Raised Filmmaker Seeking Funds for a Mon Valley Documentary

Ron Turowski and Veronica Halpin, of Cool Attitude Films, are making a docu-mentary called Renaissance IV: Mon Valley Moving Mountains. The film is aboutthe Mon Valley and its residents trying to rebuild their communities. The docu-mentary charts the heartbreak and hopes of the residents trying to revitalize theirneighborhoods during these economically distressing times. With the closing ofmills, factories, small businesses, and hospitals, will these boroughs continue toexist or are they going to become extinct? Follow the fight of the leaders and thehardships of the people to see if these forsaken towns can be brought back to life.Support us by letting their voices be heard through exposing the travesty of neg-lect that they have endured.

Ron Turowski, the film’s director of photography, was born and raised inPittsburgh and has watched the city transform. Turowski explains the film's vision,"For the documentary, we have been shooting many of the changes that have takenplace in the Mon Valley over the course of the last two years. Making this film wasan eye opener for us after we started to delve deeper into the struggles the com-munities’ residents and leaders had been facing for decades."

"We feel compelled to get this story told and have funded this project ourselvesso far. We have come to a point where we need to raise money to complete it. Westarted a crowdfunding campaign on the IndieGoGo.com website under‘Renaissance IV: Mon Valley Moving Mountains,’ where our trailer is available forviewing. Using this new fundraising resource gives filmmakers an opportunity toseek funding through campaigning for sponsorships via the internet. In turn, eachbacker will receive a great perk based on the contribution level. It is imperativethat we finish our film so that the voices of the forsaken towns in the Mon Valleycan be publicized. Join us in the final countdown of finishing this documentary byMay 2013."

Mon City Hosts Old-Fashioned Veteran’s Day Parade

By Paul Chasko

The Veteran’s Day parade in Monongahela was spectacular – like the parades Iremember from when I was a kid. Communities from throughout the Mon Valleyand beyond were represented in one way or another. Big bands, firetrucks, march-ing groups of veteran’s organizations, biker groups, local politicians rolling by inshiny vehicles, and even peddlers selling balloons to parade watchers added to thefestivities. The sidewalks were crowded with onlookers, and parking was at a pre-mium. Monongahela Mayor Bob Kepics and the city council should be should beproud to have had Monongahela play host to this tribute to our veterans.

Ringgold High School Band drummers

Washington County Young Marines

Biker clubs paid tribute.

Mayor Bob Kepics

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By Alice Harris

The Bentleyville Lioness Club, along with Bentleyville Mayor Tom Brown, PastorSang Choi of the Bentleyville United Methodist Church, and Bentleyville Councilmembers Stan Glowaski, Linda Vrabel, and Roy Larimer, gathered on October 13,2012 to dedicate the toddler playground the Lionesses purchased to be installed atRichardson Park.

Pat Heinz, seated on the slide, spearheaded the project which raised most of thefunds through a Basket Bash. Dottie Hill, shown on the right, is current president.A service Club, the Lionesses are alway doing something good in the communityand are always looking for like-minded members who would like to join. Theymeet each 4th Monday of the month at King's Restaurant in Bentleyville. For moreinformation phone 724-239-2940 or contact [email protected].

Bentleyville Lioness Club Dedicates Toddler Playground

Greater Monessen Historical Society Hosts Holiday Open House

The Greater Monessen Historical Society will hold their annualHoliday Open House celebration on Saturday, December 1, 2012. Lightrefreshments will be available. Following the Christmas parade, SantaClaus will visit the Monessen Heritage Museum to have his photo takenwith each child. Photos will be mailed to the child’s home, along with aspecial letter from the jolly elf.

Membership renewals are now underway as part of the annual fundcampaign. Forms have been mailed. GMHS memberships run a calendaryear of January through December and cost $15 for an individual, $20 fora family and $50 for a business. Four issues of the “Valley Historian”newsletter are included. The fund campaign is used to provide publicprogramming and continue the work of the society in preserving thelocal ethnic and industrial heritage of the Greater Monessen area.

The Colonel James M. Schoonmaker and Mon Valley Civil WarVeterans Exhibit continues through December at the Heritage Museum.Hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. or by spe-cial appointment.

Log onto Facebook under “Greater Monessen Historical Society” to seephotos of our recent programs.

Christmas at the Courthouse Concert Series

The 29th Annual Christmas at the Courthouse Concert Series will soon beunderway featuring choral and band ensembles from schools throughoutWashington County. The public is invited to the Washington County Courthouseas we celebrate the holiday season. The concerts will be held December 3-14.Concerts arc co-sponsored by the Washington County Commissioners and FourStar Pizza. The current schedule is as follows:

December 3 - 12-2:30 p.m., California University of PA ChoirDecember 4 - 12-2:30 p.m., North Strabane Intermediate ChoirDecember 5 - 12-12:30 p.m., Canon McMillan High School Choir

12:30-1 p.m., Canon McMillan High School Brass EnsembleDecember 6 - 12-1 p.m., Chartiers Houston High School Choir & Band December 7 - 12:30-1 p.m., Avella High School Choir December 10 - Calvary Chapel Christian School Chorus December 12 - 12-12:30 p.m., Trinity High School Choir

12:30-1 p.m., Trinity High School Band December 13 - 12:30-1 p.m., Bentworth High School Choir December 14 -12-12:30 p.m., Charleroi Elementary & Middle School

Choir, 12:30-1 p.m., Charleroi Middle School Band

Former Rostraver ResidentDonates Bell to Library

Mr. Mark Baker, a former resident of RostraverTownship has graciously donated, designed, and con-structed the display of the Vanduzen Bell for theRostraver Public Library. He believes that a libraryunites a community and the bell will commensuratethis vision. The Vanduzen Bell is dedicated in lovingmemory of Mrs. Mary Price Moodey and Mrs. Katherine E. Snee. Mrs. Mary PriceMoodey (1930-2012), mother of Mr. Baker, was a woman of courage, persever-ance, and strength. She believed in lifelong learning. Mrs. Moodey had manyaccomplishments in her life, including an employee of Mon Valley United HealthServices, Inc. (SPHS) for over 40 years, but she took the most pride in her role asa loving mother and grandmother. Mrs. Katherine Snee (1908-2000) was a residentof Rostraver Township and an advocate of the Rostraver Public Library. She was asuccessful businesswoman and Founder of the Snee-Reinhart CharitableFoundation. She also served on the Cornell University Council. Mrs. Snee was avalued friend and mentor of Mrs. Moodey, and their friendship lasted over 50years. The memory of these extraordinary women will live on in many years tocome through the Vanduzen Bell.



Local People NewsAt 98, Bowling is Still Up Bentleyville Man’s Alley

By Alice Harris

When Curtis Prest turned 98 on October 8, 2012his Senior Bowling League friends at BentleyvilleLanes threw a surprise party in his honor. Curtisstays active bowling on two leagues per week and attimes has a 300 game. He still loves being with peo-ple, so he is always doing something with or forsomeone. Looking 20 years younger than his physi-cal age, Curtis attributes his long life to good genet-ics: his mom lived to one month short of 100 years,his Dad to 104 years, and his Grandpa to 114 years.That he stays active and makes effort to not let things“bother him too much” is another plus.

Local Military Hero HonoredMonongahela/Forward Twp. Bridge Renamed the General Vuono Bridge

By Paul Chasko

It was fitting that the ceremonyrenaming the Monongahela/ForwardTwp. Bridge to the General Carl E.Vuono Bridge was conducted onVeterans’ Day in Chess Park inMonongahela – General Vuono’s home-town.

The ceremony began with a briefspeech by Monongahela Mayor BobKepics. The colors were brought for-ward by a contingent of theMon Valley Leathernecks andwas followed by a singing of theNational Anthem by Kim VanVoorhis. The Pledge ofAllegiance was led by GeorgeHutchko Cmdr. Post 949,Carroll Twp. An invocation byFr. William Terza was followedby a tribute to all veterans ledby Marge Hunter of VFW Post1409 and the Mon ValleyShipmates. Comments weremade by City Councilman TomCaudill. The honor of recalling the highpoints of the General’s career fell to StateRepresentative Rick Saccone, who concluded with the introduction of GeneralCarl E. Vuono.

General Vuono rose through the ranks of the US Army by exemplary perform-ance of his duties after graduating from West Point. He served three tours of dutyin Vietnam and rose rapidly through the ranks and served as Chief of Staff of theUnited States Army from 1987 through 1991. He retired as a four-star general.Even with such a background, the General seemed humbled by the honor to bebestowed recalling his younger years in Monongahela.

Present at the ceremony was his wife Pat, his daughter, two sons and other mem-bers of his family. His sons were both in full dress uniform - career soldiers in theUS Army. Vuono said, “To be so honored and on Veterans Day back in my home-town – It doesn’t get much better than this.” His commentary was followed by theunveiling of the sign announcing the bridge as the General Carl E. Vuono Bridge.The ceremonies in Chess Park were concluded by a rifle salute and the playing oftaps honoring all deceased Veterans.

Curt Prest sizes up the lane ashe gets ready to bowl. Curt still

bowls a pretty mean game! General Vuono addresses the crowd gathered at the Chess Park Gazebo.

General Vuono (left) and local veteran Al Magone unveil the sign that will be placed on the bridge.

Bentleyville Borough Mourns the Passingof Council President Joseph Kurilko

By Alice Harris

The Bentleyville com-munity was deeply sad-dened on TuesdayOctober 16, 2012 whenCouncil President JoeKurilko unexpectedlypassed away at hishome. Born in Bobtownon May 23, 1942 and a1960 graduate ofMapletown HighSchool, Joe served hiscountry in the UnitedStates Marine Corps from 1961-65 and was awarded Good Conduct Medal. Heworked in the remodeling business for 20 years and also operated a restaurant, buthis lifelong passion was law enforcement.

On September 10, 1982, Joe earned his Municipal Police Officer Certificationfrom the Regional Police Training Academy in Turtle Creek, PA. In his public serv-ice career, Joe served as a police officer in Centerville Borough, chief of police inBeallsville Borough, and as a police officer in Bentleyville, where he eventually roseto the rank of chief of police until he retired in 2007.

Joe also served as a Pennsylvania state constable for 25 years and as zoning offi-cer in several municipalities. He was currently serving his second term as presidenton Bentleyville Borough Council. A kind man who smiled a lot, Joe will be greatlymissed by his family and friends and will be remembered for his presence and serv-ice in the community.

Bentleyville Borough Council President Joseph Kuriko (front center)in the company of his fellow Councilmen as they assumed office on a

cheerful note on January 3, 2012.




BBB Announces Winners of 2012 Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics;Bentleyville Business is Runner-Up

The Better Business Bureau of Western PA recently announced the winners ofits 2012 Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics. Local business Baker’sWaterproofing & Foundation Repair, in Bentleyville, was selected to receive run-ner-up distinction. Baker’s is previous recipient of the Torch Award forMarketplace Ethics.

Warren King, president of the Better Business Bureau of Western PA, said, "Eachwinning company clearly demonstrates superior character on a daily basis andconsistently exceeds marketplace standards for ethics in its relationships with cus-tomers, employees, suppliers, industry peers and the communities in which itdoes business.”

Since 1975, Baker's Waterproofing & Foundation Repair has solved thousandsof basement seepage and foundation repair problems throughout the Tri-Statearea. In early 2012, former president and owner Tim Baker passed the torch on tohis son Brian. Brian’s focus on successful home repair solutions along with the eth-ical and fair treatment of customers is the foundation for the company. Today,Baker’s still looks to provide great solutions for homeowners and knows finding aresponsible and trustworthy contractor is challenging. By adhering to simpleguidelines of respect, integrity, open communication and responsibility, Baker’sarrives on time for scheduled appointments, follows through with promises, andstands behind all warranties.

According to Brian Baker, “Being selected as the runner-up for the BetterBusiness Bureau Torch Award is truly an honor. I know there are many goodcompanies, so getting recognized as one of the most ethical in our half of the stateis quite humbling. We have great people working at our company and I am sothankful for them.”

Business & Merchant NewsEat'n Park Rolls Out 2012 Caring for Kids Campaign

Eat’n Park is rolling out its34th annual Caring for KidsCampaign to raise funds forchildren’s hospitals throughoutthe region. Through December16, guests are invited to pur-chase a raffle ticket for $2 forthe chance to win a new 2013Ford Escape SE 4WD. One2013 Escape will be raffled offto one winner at the end of thecampaign in December, with allproceeds benefiting the Caringfor Kids Campaign. Guests mayalso purchase limited-edition30th Anniversary Christmas Star merchandise at select Eat’n Park Restaurants witha portion of proceeds benefitting the Caring for Kids Campaign. Visithttp://www.eatnpark.com for more information about the campaign.

Lynn Wooley, General Manager; Davies Ford; LindaLowry, Manager of Eat'n Park Monongahela; and

Robert Crall, Sales Consultant, Davies Ford.

MVRCC Honors Audrey's CustomDraperies and Accessories

The Mon Valley RegionalChamber of Commerce recentlyhonored a ten-year member,Audrey's Custom Draperies andAccessories, owned and operatedby Deborah Buck.

Audrey's is a complete windowdesign service creating customtreatments since 1980. A show-room located at 315 2nd St. inCharleroi offers thousands of sam-ples, room accessories and over adozen window treatment displays.Easy adjacent free parking is avail-able. A customer can also utilizeAudrey's shop-at-home service.

Call Audrey's today to get thatcustom look in your home for theholidays at 724-483-8045. Visitonline at www.audreyscustom-draperies.net Store hours are: 9a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday- Friday andSaturdays and evenings byappointment.

Audreys: Seen here in her showroom is Deborah Buck, owner. Not available for thephotograph was Jan Bricker, sales associate

and Larry Pohovich, installer.

Chesapeake EnergyCorporationStacey Brodak, SeniorDirector151 Hillpointe DriveCanonsburg, PA 15317724-873-5059www.chk.comOil & Gas Exploration& Production

Jablonski’s NotaryAgencyAnne E. Jablonski922 Broad AvenueBelle Vernon, PA15012724-243-3792www.jablonskisno-taryagency.comNotary Service

Cathy Yurkovich115 Stump DriveBelle Vernon, PA15012Associate Member

Mon Valley RegionalChamber of Commerce

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Ruschak Associates, a family owned and operated business since 1957, is locat-ed at 321 McKean Ave., Charleroi and offers an array of insurance products andreal estate sales. Over 55 years ago, Don Ruschak started the business and alwaysstrived to offer prompt, dependable service. While Don is mostly retired thesedays, he can still be found in the office alongside sons Don Alan and David.Customer service representative Kathleen Umbel is an integral part of the familybusiness as well.

Ruschak Associates is an independent agency and offers insurance from manyfine companies. They have insurance for all your needs - business, home, car,motorcycle, boat, aircraft, RV, home and life. The office is open Monday - Friday,9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment. For more information, call 724-483-5501.

GRC Names Ruschak Associates asNovember Business of the Month

Carlo's Pizza Palace is located at 4697 Rt. 51, Belle Vernon and offers dine-in,carry out and delivery on more than just pizza! The menu is extensive andincludes fresh salads, appetizers, homemade soups, hot and cold sandwiches,pasta dinners and a variety of signature pizzas. Carlo's Pizza Palace also has icecream in a variety of flavors. The dining room is roomy and the staff is friendly. Inaddition to the new Belle Vernon location, owners Terri and Carlo Langeri havebeen operating Carlo's Pizza Palace in Uniontown for a number of years. Lunchand dinner orders can be phoned or faxed to ensure quick pick up or delivery. Formore information, call 724-823-0559, or fax orders to 724-823-0219.

GRC Holds Recent Ribbon Cutting for Carlo's Pizza Palace

BUSINESS & MERCHANT NEWS

Don AlanRuschak;JudiRobbins,GRC BoardMember;DonRuschak,KathleenUmbel; andDavidRuschak.

Picture are:(l-r) GabbyArnold;Scooter;Carlo andTerriLangeri,owners; andMeganSokol.

Jeff’s Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Earns Non-Profit Status

After launching a career inthe corporate world filledwith travel for many years,Jeff Martin, a native ofCharleroi, has been busyenjoying time spent a littlecloser to home. As owner ofJeff’s Pet Sitting and DogWalking, Martin continues tofollow his passion caring forother people’s pets in MonValley communities and ispleased with his business’progress after three years ofoperation. Recently, Jeff’s Pet Sitting and Dog Walking was awarded non-profitstatus.

“If you’re like me, your pets have become family members. When you can’t behome due to other obligations, you want them to be taken care of with the samelove and attention you give them. With familiar surroundings, smells and food,your pet is less stressed than they would be at a kennel,” shared Martin.

Jeff’s Pet Sitting and Dog Walking is bonded and insured. The business can bereached for inquiries at 412-908-1997 or via email at [email protected] hours and menu of services are flexible to accommodate pet ownerinterests and specific requests.


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By Kyra Bergman

The Pet Market in Rostraver, run bylocal animal lovers Rose Mikel and LisaD’Antonio, opened on May 4, 2012.Recently, they celebrated their induc-tion into the Greater RostraverChamber of Commerce with a ribboncutting ceremony.

This pet haven offers a multitude ofproducts, like a variety of everyday andspecialized pet foods, and they onlycarry treats made in the U.S.A. Ms.D’Antonio said she likes to take a holis-tic approach to animal health and isextremely knowledgeable about theproducts the store carries. They carry allbrands of pet food, treats, pet supplies,toys, gifts and more. They also carry afull line of small animal, bird and fishsupplies. This is a hometown pet store,with friendly, personalized customer

service, and all the inventory of the bigbox pet stores.

They also offer services such as train-ing and the newly added self-pet wash.You can bring your dog in and The PetMarket supplies towels, shampoo, dry-ers, and anything else you need to keepyour pup looking its best! The trainingcourses are available in conjunctionwith Valley Veterinary Service. A certi-fied trainer handles obedience trainingas well as Good Citizen classes thatteach animals to be taken into nursinghomes and hospitals.

The Pet Market is a new treasure inthe Mon Valley and is located in theRostraver Shopping Center next toJake’s Pizza. To schedule a self-pet wash,register for pet obedience training or foradditional information, call 724-243-3202, or just wag on in for all your petneeds!

Pictured at the GRC ribbon cutting are: (l-r) Bernie Zunic, GRC; Dolores Cobert; Skippy (Lisa D'Antonio, owner); Rose Mikel, owner; Debby Puglia; and Robert Crall, GRC.

The Pet Market: A Place for Pet Lovers in Rostraver

Thank You!Rostraver Township Christmas Celebration A Success

Due to Numerous Supporters and Volunteers

On Sunday, November 16th, the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce andRostraver Township Lions Club presented their annual Christmas Celebrationcomplete with bonfire, hot chocolate, snacks, children’s crafts, treat bags for allchildren, music, live decorated tree, visit and photos with Santa, Toys for Tots andmore! The parade started the festivities and featured the West Newton PageantQueens, Club Scout Troops, BVA Interact Club, Skippy (The Pet Market mascot),fire trucks and EMS crews from the entire Rostraver Township area and, of course,Santa himself!

This free community event would not be possible without help and donationsfrom so many supporters. The GRC extends our sincere thanks and appreciationto event participants; Rostraver Township Fire, Rescue and Police Departments;BVA Interact Club; West Newton Pageant Queens; Skippy; Rostraver TownshipLions Club; Snapshot 47 Photography; Howard Hanna Simon Real Estate Services;H&R Block; Sweet Spot Bakery; Bill’s Golfland; Toys for Tots; Martins Flowers andShrubs. Treat bag donations from Alf & Jody Moebius; Tri County ChemDry;Rostraver Shop ‘n’ Save; LuAnn Prah and Pam Baker Counseling Services;Westmoreland County Community College; Tregembo Motors; PNC Bank;Rostraver Youth Baseball and Softball and Country Elm Frame Gallery.

The event would not be possible without the efforts of so many volunteers; Sam,Scott and Judi Robbins; Jody Moebius; Debby Puglia; Mary Joe Popp; LorraineZunic; Robert Crall; Skip Pirilla; Bob Mesher; Zack Mesher; Bill and Ruth Ruozzi;Sue Frongzalio; Bernie Zunic; Tim Zalac; Steve Slebodnik; Jennifer Codeluppi;Wayne Ray; Jan Unger; Cathy Yurkovich; Diane Bianchi, and Santa and the elves.Special thanks to Jerry Frongzalio, event coordinator. His tireless efforts and atten-tion to every detail made the festivities perfect from beginning to end!

WestNewtonPageantQueens LucyDuCouer,MichaelaKiehl, andHannah Rich-Martinez.

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At a ceremony taking place at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in October, LoriSpina, CEO, and Jennifer Day, administrative assistant, of the Practice of K. Gosai,M.D., and A.J. Gandhi, M.D., were there to attend the Modern Health CareAwards, one of the nation’s most recognized awards honoring excellence in build-ing optimum performance levels and multiple benefits for patients and employees.The ceremony, hosted by Modern Healthcare Magazine, is now in its 5th year. Theaward honors workplaces in healthcare that enable employees to perform at theiroptimum level to provide patients and customers with the best possible care, prod-ucts and services.

The medical practice, soon reaching their 25 year benchmark, currently hasthree locations; Bentleyville, Charleroi and California. Drs. Gosai and Gandhi spe-cialize in internal medicine, diabetes care, and women’s health.

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and Dr. A.J. Gandhi

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Modern HealthCare Award Lori Spina and Jennifer Day

MACC November 2012 Business of theMonth is Joe Fida’s Auto Plate Service

Joe Fida’s Auto Plate Service Inc. has been named as the Monongahela AreaChamber of Commerce’s November 2012 Business of the Month. It has been fam-ily-owned and operated since 1971. Sherri Fogiato and Carol Flament took overthe business from their parents, Joe and Donna Fida in 1998. Pictured are CarolFlament, owner; Carol Regal; Autumn Baumgartner; Amanda Flament; SamanthaKennedy; Robert Kepics Mayor; Anthony J. Bottino; Karen Quinto. Not pictured isSherri Fogiato, owner.

The Mon Valley Regional Chamber recently held a ribbon cutting for FourthStreet Barbeque. Located at 308 Fourth Street in Charleroi, the newly openedrestaurant features barbeque ribs, chicken, pulled pork, and beef brisket. A fullmenu is available to view on line at www.fourthstreetbbq.com. Dining is avail-able in the upstairs dining room. Take-out and delivery are also available. FourthStreet Barbeque is open Thursday - Saturday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sunday fromnoon – 7 p.m. Contact them today at 724-565-5456 or follow them onFacebook.

Fourth Street Barbeque Open for Business

Pictured are: (l-r) JackWoods, cook; AllenGranus, cook; ChrisRocco, deliveries;Mark Alterici,Charleroi BoroughCouncil President;Dave Barbe,owner/general manag-er; Sammi JoShupenko, server; andDeb Keefer, MVRCCExecutive Director.Missing from the photofrom their staff areJack Rocco, head cook;Chelsea Wiley andMia Porreca, servers.

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Q: What is ptosis? (“toe-sis”)A: Ptosis is when one or both of the eyelids are drooping toolow over the pupil, which can cause significant visualimpairment, especially in the superior visual field. This isusually caused by a stretching or slipping of an eye musclefrom its insertion point. Fortunately, this can usually berepaired very simply with either an external levatoradvancement or an internal mullerectomy. These outpa-tient operations take less than 30 minutes and have a verysimple recovery period.

Q: What is dermatochalasis? (“dermato-ka-lasis”)A: Dermatochalsis is when extra skin over the eyelids begins to sag; this can alsocause impairment of vision in the superior visual axis. A small resection of thisextra skin (oftentimes along with resection of the nasal fat pad and underlyingoribicularis muscle) not only corrects this problem very easily but also provides sig-nificant cosmetic improvement as well. This procedure is called a bilateral upperlid blepharoplasty.

Q: What are ectropion and entropion?A: Ectropion is a turning out of the lower eyelid so that it is not touching the globeof the eye as is functionally required. When this occurs, patients often experiencetearing and irritation. Entropion is a turning in of the eyelid margin, which often causes the eyelashes tobrush against the cornea. The cornea is exquisitely sensitive, and this can cause sig-nificant tearing and pain along with corneal scarring and eventual permanent lossof vision. Both of these maladies can be fixed through a series of small concurrent proceduresthat more appropriately reposition the eyelid margin against the globe. These pro-cedures take anywhere from 20-40 minutes and result in little post-operative pain ordiscomfort.

Q: What is a lower lid blepharoplasty?A: A bilateral lower lid blepharoplasty is a surgery to correct excessive skin droop-ing and fat prolapse under the eyes. It is usually cosmetic in nature rather than forcorrection of a functional problem that would be covered by insurance. Excess skinand infraorbital fat are carefully excised to improve the contour and look of the face.Patients are usually pleased with the very natural and non-artificial improvement intheir appearance.

Q: Where are these procedures done and what is the recovery time?A: The Spartan Health Surgicenter has the equipment and facilities to provide forexcellent pre-operative and operative care for all of these procedures. Post-opera-tive pain medication is almost never required, and bruising and/or swelling is usu-ally quite minor. If you feel that any of these conditions may be affecting your visionor your quality of life, you can make an appointment with one of our offices for fur-ther evaluation.

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Foreclosure vs. Short Sale

What happens when a homeowner findsthemselves in financial distress? Loss of ajob, divorce, or any number of life events

can create a situation where the home owner can nolonger afford their home. The question becomes is itbetter to sit around waiting for the inevitable fore-closure, hoping that the situation will improve or totake action and sell the property via a short sale?

We believe the short sale is a better decision. Theseare the key points to consider:

A homeowner who loses a home to foreclosure isineligible for a Fannie Mae backed mortgage for 5years. A homeowner that successfully negotiates acloses a short sale will be eligible for a Fannie Mae

backed mortgage in 2 years.On any future mortage application, a foreclosure

or deed in lieu during the last 7 years will effect theborrower’s future interest rates. With a short sale,there is currently no similar question regarding shortsales on the loan application.

With a foreclosure, an overall credit score may belowered anywhere from 250 to 300 points over atleast a 3 year period. In a short sale situation, thecredit reports will indicate late or no payments or say“paid as negotiated” or “paid as agreed”. These willonly lower a credit score as little as 50 points andshow up only as brief as 12 to 18 months.

A foreclosure will appear on public records for 7years. There is no classification on credit reports forshort sales.

A foreclosure can interfere with both current andfuture employment opportunites for any positionthat requires a security clearance. On its own, a shortsale does not challenge most security clearances.

Current and future employers have the right andactively check credit history of their employees reg-ularly which can result in not getting hired at all orthe immediate loss of employment. Since short salesare not reported on credit reports, they are not usu-ally a challenge to secruing employment or stayingemployed.

After foreclosure, the lenders have a right to pur-

sue a deficiency judgement for their losses. In somesuccessful short sales, it is possible to convince thelender to give up the right to pursue a defiencyjudgement against the homeonwer.

During foreclosure, the home will have to gothrough an REO process if it does not sell at auction.In most cases this will result in a lower sales priceand tonget time to sell in a declining market. Thatequals a higher amount of defiency judgement. If ashort sale, the home is sold at a price that should beas close to market value and, in almost all cases, willbe better that an REO sale resulting in a lower defi-cency.

As you can see, most of the time the homeowner isbetter off with the short sale! However, negotiatingthe short sale is not something the homeownershould attempt to do alone. Seek the help of profes-sionals for guidance. Your CENTURY 21 Frontierreal estate professional is here to help you throughthe process every step of the way.

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Use Your Time Indoors WiselyBy Martin Keegan, Social Security Manager, East Liberty

According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, winter arrives at 6:12 a.m. eastern stan-dard time on December 21. For many people, winter means shorter days, chilliertemperatures, and more time indoors. There are many ways you can use that extratime inside.

For example, you may want to spend a few minutes checking your earnings his-tory and getting an estimate of your future Social Security benefits atwww.socialsecurity.gov/mystatement, where you can access your online SocialSecurity Statement. If you’re planning to apply for Social Security retirement ben-efits, you can do that without going outside or visiting an office. Instead, brewyourself a cup of coffee or tea and sit down at your computer from the comfort ofyour home to apply online. Chances are your hot beverage will last longer than thetime it takes to apply online for retirement benefits. Our website makes the retire-ment application process quick, easy, and secure. In most cases, once your appli-cation is submitted electronically, you’re done. There are no forms to sign and usu-ally no documentation is required. Social Security will process your applicationand contact you if any further information is needed.

You can use the online application to apply for Social Security retirement orspouses benefits if you: are at least 61 years and 9 months old and want to startyour benefits in the next four months. Before starting, we suggest you have the fol-lowing information on hand:

Your date and place of birth and Social Security number.Your bank or financial institution's routing transit number and the account

number for direct deposit of your benefits.The amount of money you earned last year and this year (if you are applying for

benefits in the months of September through December, you also will need to esti-mate next year's earnings).

The name and address of your employer(s) for this year and last year.The beginning and ending dates of

any active U.S. military service you hadbefore 1968.

The name, Social Security number,and date of birth or age of your currentspouse and any former spouse (alsodates and places of marriage and datesof divorce or death if appropriate).

Your Social Security Statement (avail-able at www.socialsecurity.gov/mystate-ment).

So if you are staying indoors this win-ter, visit www.socialsecurity.gov. Yourtime online may brighten even thedarkest day of the season.


Senior Guide

C’mon Aboard the ShowboatSenior Citizens Musical Production

a Big Hit in the Mon ValleyBy Paul Chasko

They were classy and sassy in this26th annual musical production of theMon Valley variety show “Showboat”presented on Friday and Saturday,October 19 and 20 at the newly reno-vated Charleroi High SchoolAuditorium. The show theme was“Back in the Saddle Again” (distinctlycountry/western), featuring a cast ofperformers ranging in age from 14 to96. There were 20 vocal solos, severalinstrumental solos, and line dancingperformances. The full chorus and aquartet also sang.

“Showboat” is a variety show created,directed, and performed by senior citi-zen volunteers (Zack excluded) locatedin and around the Mon Valley. Thehome base for the production group isthe Monongahela Senior CitizensCenter. Proceeds from the show benefit the Meals-On-Wheels program that bringsmeals to about 450 area shut-ins daily in the Mon Valley area as part of theDiversified Human Services Inc. activities operating under SouthwesternPennsylvania Human Service.

Zack Mendola, 14 and a young virtuoso, admitted that he was having fun.Mendola’s talents range from musician to singer, to dancer and actor. In additionto a great classical piano solo, he provided piano accompaniment to the remainingcast of performers, who were in an age bracket to be his grandparents or perhapsgreat-grandparents. John Baumgarten, age 96, has written and published 10romantic love songs and is still singing and writing. In between these two per-formers were 32 other talented singers, dancers and actors. The steering commit-tee encourages young performers to join.

If you sing, dance, act, play an instrument or like doing funny skits, contact Johnor Shirley Cheroki at 724 379-8208, Alice Grimms 724 258-9511, or Mary Mariani724 489-1100, ext. 4662.

Hanging the backdrop for the dress rehearsal ofthe Mon Valley variety show “Showboat.”

Deborah Ritts and Sis Gray rehearse a number, “Down on the Farm.”

Go to our website at www.monvalleymessenger.com and click on “gallery” formore photos of this production by Paul Chasko.

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Riverside Place SchedulesDecember Events

Riverside Place is located at 303 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi. For more informationon any upcoming events, call 724-483-5800.

Christmas Party - Thursday, December 13. Cost is $7. 11 a.m. - Christmasmusic; 1p.m. - Catered lunch; 2 p.m. - Dime bingo.Craft Class (Christmas Craft) - Tuesdays, December 4 and December 18 at1p.m. Pizza and Pizza Burger Sale - Friday, December 14. $1 for pizza and $5 forpizza burger and a can of pop. Remember Murphy’s 5 & 10 Saturday Subs? - Sub only is $4 or 8” sub, chipsand pop are $5. We will be selling them on Friday, December 7 from 11a.m. – 1p.m. Bobby Shawn Singer - Friday, December 7 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Westmoreland Mall Trip - Thursday, December 20, $10. We leave the center at9 a.m. return at 3 p.m. Jack Songs for the Elderly - Friday, December 28 from 11a.m. - 1 p.m. Rivers Trip - Monday, December 17, $20. We leave at 9 a.m. and return at 5p.m Kenny and Chip Oldies Songs - Friday, December 14 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Travel-A-Long to Hawaii on Video - Thursday, December 6 at 1 p.m. Zumba Exercise - every Monday and Wednesday from 4:45 - 5:45 p.m.Euchre Cards - every Friday at 1 p.m. Wii Bowling - every Thursday at 1 p.m. Euchre - every Saturday at 6 p.m. Bingo - every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Blood Pressures with Helen Andreas - Tuesday, December 11 at 11 a.m.

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Dance the Night Away With Nick Fiasco

St. Francis of Assisi will host a dinner and Christmas Show Friday, December14. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m., and the show starts at 8 p.m. BYOB andcoffee, tea, pop, and beer will be provided. Finley Hall is located just North ofFinleyville on Rt. 88, across the parking lot from the new church. Tickets are $30per person and are available after masses, at the Rectory, or by calling Kathy Folzat 724-348-0504.

Catholic Women’s College Club GivesThanks During November Meeting

A mass of remembrance for the deceased members of the Catholic Women’sCollege Club was celebrated by Fr. Michael Crookston in the Epiphany Chapel inMonessen on November 5 at 6 p.m. Thanksgiving hymns were sung and specialprayers were recited to remember loved ones of the women of the club.

Following the mass, Dorothy Jozwiak, committee member and parishioner ofthe Epiphany Church, introduced the pastor, Fr. Crookston. She also inspired themembers with the history of the chapel. She answered various questions that thewomen asked about the beautiful structure.

The business meeting was held in the parish hall. An autumn theme prevailedthrough table decorations and the refreshments. Mary Krett, committee memberwelcomed everyone with a Thanksgiving prayer, emphasizing the Novembertheme of Thanksgiving.

President Susan Gessner expressed thanks to Jozwiak and Krett and the rest ofthe committee: Gerogetta Wiles, chairwoman, Alix Garlitz, Carol Bobby, NancyTirpak, and Claudia Martucci.

The meeting was called to order. Minutes were read by secretary Jo Anna Strohand approved. Sally Keeney gave the treasurer’s report, which was also approved.Correspondence was read by Stroh. Standing committee reports were given.Ambassadors of Faith chairwoman Margie Pankiewicz reminded members tothank our veterans for serving our country. Wiles thanked the ladies for their verygenerous donations to the St. Vincent de Paul Society in Monessen. Food vouch-ers will be given to families in need for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Susan Tegi, chairwoman for the December meeting, announced that theChristmas dinner will be held on December 3 at 5:45 p.m. at the Willow Room inRostraver.

Members were encouraged to give monetary donations through their churchesfor the victims of Hurricane Sandy. Wiles read a prayer for the national elections.The gift of the month was won by Martha Ghilani. The meeting concluded withmembers singing “God Bless America.”


Charleroi’s Holy Ghost Holds Pierogies Sale

Holy Ghost Church, 828 MeadowAve., Charleroi is selling pre-cooked,frozen, really large potato-cheese piero-gies. We're recreating that old, familiartaste like Baba would make from Homefor the Holidays; a simply deliciouscomplement for any festive menu oranytime. Call Lillian at 724-258-5720for ordering. Deadline is Sunday,December 9. Pickup dates are Saturday,December 15, noon 3 p.m. and Sunday,December 16, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Upcoming Christmas EventsScheduled at Marion Presbyterian Church

Marion Presbyterian Church, 207Perry Ave., Belle Vernon, will hold thefollowing services in December. Formore information, call 724-929-7380.

December 5, 12, and 19 - AdventSeries: A time of Reflection andAnticipation. The season of Advent is atime when individuals prepare theirhearts to receive Christ. Advent is atime of waiting, expectation and long-ing. On three consecutive Wednesdaysat 7 p.m. we will sponsor three reflec-tion/anticipation stations each day inwhich a person will enter a station andprepare their hearts to receive Christ inpreparation of the Christmas season.

December 23 - Children's Christmaspageant during worship service at 11a.m.

December 24 - Christmas Eve servicebegins at 5 p.m.

Toy Sale at Christian Center Church

The Christian Center Church atCharity Lane, 1590 Ridge Rd., BelleVernon, would like to extend a hand upfor families in our community thisChristmas season. A gently used toysale will be held at The Christian CenterChurch on Friday, December 7, from 5 -7 p.m. and Saturday, December 8, from10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Toys will be sold atlow prices and proceeds will benefitNew Life Options Crisis PregnancyCenter in Monongahela.

If you would like to donate cleanalmost new toys, collections will betaken at the Christian Center ChurchMonday, December 3 throughWednesday, December 5 from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. and Wednesday eveningDecember 5 from 5 - 7 p.m. Toys, chil-dren books, board games, outdoor play-houses, and bikes are some things thatwe would like to provide. Please don’tbring clothing. You may contact theChristian Center Church for moreinformation at 724-929-3670.

Chiz Rider Concert at Pricedale Union Church

Emmy Award-winning trumpeterChiz Rider will bring a blend of tradi-tional and contemporary Christianmusic to Pricedale Union Church at 203Johnson Ave. in Belle Vernon, onSunday, December 2 at 11 a.m. His pur-pose is to bring encouragement and edi-fication by generating praise and wor-ship to the Lord within each hearer’s

heart.Since the age of 4, Chiz has beenrefining his contemporary “pop-jazz”style to present the great music of thechurch that is still beautifully tradition-al. He thrills his audiences with speciallighting effects, video and pyrotechniceffects in his concerts.

We welcome you and yours withopen arms and hearts. Why not join usfor an inspiring Sunday morningtogether! Chiz’s music will prove itselfto be enjoyed by all ages and a free-willoffering will be taken. No tickets arenecessary.

For more information or directions tothe church, please call 724-929-9588.

Upcoming Events at First UnitedMethodist Church of Monongahela

First United Methodist Church ofMonongahela is located at 430 WestMain St. We have an early service at8:45 a.m. and regular service at 11 a.m.Sunday School is 9:45 a.m. for all ages.Every Tuesday - 10 a.m. exercise. EveryWednesday - 5- 6:30 p.m. Youth Groupand 7 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group.

Every Thursday – 7 p.m. BibleStudy.For more information, call 724-258-7504.

Here is a list of December events:December 1 – Christmas Creche

Show. Our 7th Show of Nativities boastscreches of all sizes, shapes and materi-als. Live Nativity, refreshments, doorprizes. No Charge. 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

December 2 – Advent Service withAdvent Dinner being served at 6 p.m.

December 3 – Samaritan Care at theHidden Treasures City Mission from 11

a.m. – 1 p.m. December 9 – Church chocolate

candy sale order deadline. Ready forpickup Dec. 16

December 13 – United MethodistWoman Christmas Party at Speer StGrill at 6 p.m.

December 24 – Christmas EveService at 7 p.m.

December 30 – Combined worshipservice at 11 am with pot luck dinnerafter the service.

St. John Byzantine HoldsChristmas Craft/Bake Sale

St. John the Baptist ByzantineCatholic Church, 201 E. Main Street,Uniontown, is holding its annualChristmas Craft and Bake Sale onSaturday, December 1 from 12 -5 p.m.and on Sunday, December 2 from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. in the upstairs school hall. Themany craft items have been made by St.John’s Ethnic Craft Club and areimported items which include embroi-deries, icons, and other folk art fromSlovakia and Ukraine. Available onceagain is the parish cookbook,Carpathian Cookery. Baked goods arealso available. There is no admissioncharge. Parking is in the back, which ishandicap-accessible. For information,call the church office 724-438-6027from 9 am – 3 pm.


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Mon Valley YMCA Introduces Zumba Club Nights

Spice up your Friday nights and come experience Zumba ClubNights with the Mon Valley YMCA! With three different instructors,a boomin' sound system, and specialty lighting, the Mon ValleyYMCA will transform into a club environment while promising todeliver the workout only Zumba fitness can bring! Whether you'relooking to have a girls’ night out or need to release some stress fromthe work week, Zumba Club Nights will bring the fun and excite-ment that you'll find in a club, but in the comfort of your gymclothes.

The Mon Valley YMCA will be offering Zumba Club Nights Friday,December 7, February 1, and April 5. Class will run from 7 – 8:30p.m. Register in the business office. $5 for Mon Valley YMCAmembers and registered Zumba participants, $10 for non-members.For questions contact us at 724-483-8077.

Mon Valley Community Blood DrivesThe following locations will be holding blood drives during the month of December:Wednesday, December 5 - California University Performance Center, 12 - 6 p.m. Thursday, December 6 - Washington & Jefferson College Ballroom, 12 - 6 p.m. Saturday, December 8 - Belle Vernon Moose, 200 State St. from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday, December 21 - Mon Valley YMCA - Carroll Township, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday, December 26 - Donora Municipal Building, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Please visit www.redcrossblood.org to schedule an appointment.

Valley Health and Safety Training Center December Courses

Valley Health and Safety Training Center will be holding the following coursesthroughout the month of December:

CPR Instructor - Wednesday, December 5, 8 a.m. until about 4 p.m. The price,$350, will include all books, training, and certification card.

Healthcare Provider CPR - Saturday, December 8. The price, of $70, includes theAmerican Heart Association student book and completion card. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.For Nursing students, pre-hospital personnel, hospital personnel, doctors.

Pediatric CPR - Thursday, December 13. It will start at 6 p.m. and finish around8 p.m. This class is for lay persons, daycare centers, new parents, personal carehome employees. The fee is $40.

Heartsaver CPR/AED - Heartsaver CPR/AED will be held Saturday, December15. This class is intended for anyone wanting the basic knowledge of CPR and useof an AED. Suitable for personnel care home workers, teachers, and daycare cen-ters for adults & children, and churches. Class will be at 9 a.m. and the fee is $50.

All classes will be held at the Monessen Ambulance Service at 1001 Donner Ave.Participants must pre-register. Any business interested in CPR, First Aid, or AEDfor their employees, please call the training center. We would be happy to trainthem, so they may help fellow workers and patrons of your business.

To contact Valley Health and Safety Training Center, please call Christina orBernie at 724-684-9536.

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Mobile Patient Monitoring: Another Progressive Service atMonongahela Valley Hospital

People who receive medical care in theProgressive Care Unit at Monongahela ValleyHospital may be wearing more than a hospitalgown. MVH recently updated the telepaks,now attaching a light-weight portable monitorto patients in order to continuously monitorthe electrical activity in their hearts (ECG)and oxygen saturation in the blood (SpO2,).The device also enables the medical staff tomonitor other vital signs in real time whenpatients are on the move.

When patients wear the small monitors, nurses, physicians and other clinicalstaff can check a patient’s clinical status with a push of the button right in thepatient’s room or at the bedside. All of the information is presented on a colortouch-screen display.

Holiday Season Begins at Mon Valley Hospital

Annual Light-Up Night Attracts Crowds

By Earl Bugaile

When it comes to launching the holi-day season, Monongahela ValleyHospital seems to know how to throw aparty. Hundreds of visitors were onhand November 19 as the hospital heldits 28th Annual Light-Up Night at thehospital’s Central Plaza. Hospital presi-dent Louis Panza, Jr. introduced LauraHermann, 7, daughter of billing clerkTracy Hermann, and Jakob Kenepp, also7, and son of medical sonographerJaimey Kenepp, to throw the lever thatlit the two-story Christmas Tree on theplaza, and all the decorations around it.Thousands of lights sprang to lifeamong the cheers of those gathered,who then welcomed Mr. and Mrs. SantaClaus, who arrived by a light-festooned sleigh. The children who turned on thelights were selected from a random drawing for the children of hospital employ-ees. The crowd attending the annual event were entertained by Frosty theSnowman, and the Razz-ma-Tazz Singers from Ringgold High School. Members ofthe Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. handed out favors to the children and held abake sale. The Annual Light-Up Night has become a tradition of MonongahelaValley Hospital, and draws capacity crowds. The switch to turn on the display wasbuilt by the MVH maintenance employees. The hospital said the switch “may bethe largest and most whimsical light switch north of Florida’s Disney World.”

The lucky children who lit several acres oflights by flipping the giant light switch at

Monongahela Valley Hospital’s 28th AnnualLight-Up Night celebration on Nov. 19 were,from left, Jakob Kenepp, age 7, son of Jaimeyand Justin Kenepp of Rostraver and LauraHermann, 7, daughter of Tracy and Philip

Hermann of Monongahela.

Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring avariety of informative programs duringDecember. Many of the events will be held inthe hospital’s Anthony M. LombardiEducation Conference Center (ECC) unlessotherwise noted.

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP -Monday, December 3 from 2 - 4 p.m.,Hospital 7-East Family Room. For moreinformation, call 724-258-1704.

INNOVATIONS IN ACID REFLUXDISEASE - Monday, December 3 at 6 p.m.,Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Hiram A.Gonzalez, M.D. will discuss common caus-es and treatments of acid reflux disease. Toregister, call 724-258-1333.

BABY CARE CLASS - Monday, December3 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-ValeHealthPLEX. For more information, call724-258-BABY (2229), ext. 25.

BONE DENSITY SCREENING -Wednesday, December 5 from 1 - 3 p.m.,Healthy Directions at the Finleyville GiantEagle. No appointments necessary. Formore information, call 724-348-6699.

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP - Thursday,December 6 from 1 – 2:30 p.m., ECC. Formore information, call 724-258-1455.

HEALTHY EATING SUPERMARKETTOURS - Thursday, December 6 from 1 - 3p.m., Healthy Directions at the FinleyvilleGiant Eagle. Join a registered dietician for aGrocery Store Tour and discuss “How toEat Healthier During the Holidays.”Advance registration is required by calling724-258-1483.

MANAGING YOUR DIABETES - Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday, December 11 -13 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., ECC. Thisthree-day education series focuses on dia-betes self-management and care. To regis-ter, call 724-258-1483.

RSDS SUPPORT GROUP - Tuesday,December 11 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., ECC.The Reflex Sympathetic DystrophySyndrome Support Group is free and opento all persons with RSDS or related illness-es. For more information, call 724-929-9492.

INNOVATIONS IN SHOULDER PAIN -Wednesday, December 12 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Richard Mitchell, M.D.will present a free program to discuss com-mon treatments for multiple kinds ofshoulder pain, including rotator cuff tearsand arthritis. To register, call the MVHreservation hotline at 724-258-1333.

CHRISTMAS CANDY SALE BY GENEAND BOOTS - Friday, December 14 from 8a.m. – 5 p.m., ECC. Sponsored by theAuxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources,Inc. For more information, call the hospitalGift Shop at 724-258-1167.

STEELERS CLOTHING SALE - Monday,December 17 at 8 a.m., Hospital Lobby.Sponsored by the Auxiliary of Mon-ValeHealth Resources, Inc. For more informa-tion, call the hospital Gift Shop at 724-258-1167.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - Monday,December 17 at 2 p.m., Hospital 7-EastFamily Room. The group meets the thirdMonday of each month. For additionalinformation, call 724-258-1704.

BREASTFEEDING CLASS - Monday,December 17 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. For more information,call 724-258-BABY (2229) ext. 25.

ADVANCED CARBOHYDRATECOUNTING - Wednesday, December 19 at6 p.m. Diabetes self-management class thatfocuses on carb counting with everythingyou need to know. How to measure theupward drive each meal has on blood sugarand information on the glycemic index.Completion of the three-day Diabetes SelfManagement Training is required prior toattending the Carbohydrate Countingclass. Registration is required at least oneweek prior to the start of the class. Formore information or to register, call 724-258-1483.

PRETZEL SALE - Friday, December 28 at 9a.m., Hospital Lobby. Sponsored by theAuxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources,Inc. The cost is $1.25 per pretzel or fivepretzels for $5. Proceeds from the eventwill be used to enhance services forpatients and visitors at Monongahela ValleyHospital. For more information, call thehospital Gift Shop at 724-258-1167.

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School News...School News

By Paul Chasko

Students, teachers, and aidsat the Ringgold ElementarySchool North (RESN) workedhard for two weeks to puttogether a program honoringlocal veterans from all fivebranches of the armed forceson Friday, November 9. Afterhaving lunch in the “hospital-ity area” in the auditorium,the entire RESN student body(650 plus) joined them. MonValley Shipmates escortedhonorees to their seats.Students from every grade performed and waved small American flags. After a cer-emonial folding of the flag, the veterans enjoyed a video presentation highlightingachievements of the various branches of the armed forces. The program closedwith a moment of silence for the fallen members of the armed forces, the playingof Taps by veteran Lee Hemmings, and the singing of God Bless America by every-one in the auditorium – a great afternoon for the veterans and students alike.

RESN Students Honor Veterans

A flag-waving cheer greets veterans as they enter the auditorium

VFW Post 764 Ladies Auxiliary Life MembersEdna Bashista and Dorothy Smida were guests at the Veteran’s Day ceremony.

The honored veterans are escorted to their seats.

Ringgold School Board Directors Speak Out at Chamber Event

By Paul Chasko

Dateline: November 14, 2012Mon Area Chamber of Commerce

President Anthony Bottino thought thatgetting members of the Ringgold SchoolBoard out into a social setting to discussthe future of education at Ringgoldmight put the new school construc-tion/old school renovation issue in thebackground, and it worked–almost.

Attending a dinner at the RipepiWinery just outside of Monongahelawere Ringgold School SuperintendentKaren Polkabla, Board President ChuckSmith, and board members Bob Smith,Larry Mauro, Maureen Ott, ChrisCarroll, and Marianne Bulko. Not inattendance were board members GeneKennedy, Carol Flament, and Bill Stein.Also present were members of thechamber and other guests, bringing theattendance to about 40. The eventserved to indicate that all the RinggoldSchool Board Directors and the admin-istration want: the best possible educa-tion for Ringgold students, improvedscores in the Pennsylvania SchoolTesting Program, a much higher rank-ing than roughly 340 in the ranking listof the state’s 500 school districts, and tohave graduating seniors well preparedfor life after high school.

From comments heard tonight, itseems clear that at least three membersof the school board (President Chuck

Smith and Directors Mauro and RobertSmith) remain firmly convinced thatschool buildings belong in the commu-nities they serve, not at a centrally locat-ed campus. That being the case, theboard will remain divided on whetherto build a new middle school buildingnear the high school to accommodateall middle school students, or to spenda nearly equal amount of tax dollars torenovate the old elementary schoolbuildings in Donora and Monongahela,split the middle school class betweenthe two buildings, and incur increasedoperating costs (an estimated $400,000annually) even though the two oldbuildings are now closed by a motionthat carried last month.

Go to our website at www.monvalleymessenger.com for summaries of thecomments made by each of the

Ringgold School Board Directors andSuperintendent Polkabla at this event (click on Ringgold).

Board President Chuck Smith attended a gathering hosted by the Mon Area Chamber

of Commerce to discuss the future of Ringgold School District.


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SCHOOL NEWS

MCRS participated in the MonongahelaHalloween Parade with the theme

“Proud to be an American.” MCRS held a Pink-Out Day to raise breast

cancer awareness.

The MCRS Octoberfest provided fellowship, food, and fun!

For All Saints Day, students chose a saint toreport on and dress as for mass.

Charleroi RotaryAnnounces

November Studentof the Month

Charleroi Rotary's Student of theMonth is Alexandra Sakalik. She willbe attending Penn State University formeteorology and journalism. Weapplaud her efforts so far and wish herthe best of luck in her future.

Go to our website at www.monvalleymessenger.com and click on “gallery” for more photos .

Belle Vernon Area

Celebrates 2012

Homecoming

Homecoming QueenSheldan Rainey and KingDorian Johnson enjoyingthe spirited pep rallyamong fellow students,staff and faculty in theschool gymnasium. Dorianreceived his crown at theschool assembly in theafternoon and Sheldanlearned of her crowningthat evening at the homevarsity football game.

Presenting the 2012 BVAHS Homecoming Court on the school campusFront Row: Taylor Maldonado; Kaylee Naden; Tori Maatta; Johnna Beeler; Sheldan Rainey;Natalie Bashada; Brianna Frolo; Angela Iacoboni. Back Row: Seth Manack; Geno Leone;

Tom Campano; Hal Perry; Dorian Johnson; Adam Ferita; Tyler Frankel; Jeff Naylor.

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SPORTSRinggold Girls Cross Country

Hard Work Pays Off as Team and Individuals Move Up

By Paul Chasko

A quick look back atGirl’s Cross Country atRinggold shows somepotential for upward move-ment over the next fewyears. One of Ringgold’steam captains, KirstenMcMichael (sophomore), ispoised to lead her team sev-eral rungs up the ladder, asshe and other youngsterson the team improve con-sistently. Right behind her are sophomore AngelicaBrennfleck and Janika Hutton (freshman).Graduation in 2013 will see the loss of SamanthaMiddlemiss and Jamie Klebanski but left behindwill be a core of hard-working runners. The teamfinished in 23rd place in the WPIAL Class AAAmeets, but the program under Coach JenniferMcMichael is becoming steadily stronger, due in nosmall part to her aforementioned daughter, Kirsten.As Kirsten’s mom, coach, and trainer, JenniferMcMichael helps her considerably and the work ispaying off.

At the Ringgold Invitational on October 11 attheir home track Kirsten posted a time of 19:41,breaking her mom’s record of 19:59 and coming in4th place in a field of 203 runners on the MingoPark course. She also ran well in the WashingtonCounty Coaches meet four days later and became the Washington County VarsityCross Country Girls Champion, placing first with a time of 19:48. Prior to both ofthose meets, she was the Big South Conference Champion with a first place finishtime of 19:59 on the Mingo Park course.

This season, Kirsten medaled at the California University Invitational, the RedWhite and Blue Invitational, and the Slippery Rock Invitational. She came in firstat every section meet this season except for one where she took second. Kirsten todate has set four cross country course records (Ringgold, Thomas Jefferson,Connellsville, and West Mifflin).

Both the Ringgold Boys and Girls cross country teams went six wins/two lossesin the section this season. The girls’ team was the Big South Conference ChampionSeptember 27. Both teams are gaining depth and the program is growing stronger.Successes of the boys and girls teams feed each other–it’s a tight program mostlycomprised of underclassmen with only four seniors. Look for good things to comein Ringgold Cross Country over the next several years.

It runs in the family–Ringgold Athletic Director and formerCross Country runner and coach Ron McMichael with

Kirsten and Jennifer.

Kirsten McMichael took 4th place in a field of 203 at the Mingo Invitational.

By Paul Chasko

On Saturday, November 3, theRinggold Rams Club hosted its Hall ofFame Banquet and inducted nine newmembers as the Ringgold Rams ClubHall of Fame Class of 2012 – the fifthclass inducted since 2006.

It never fails to amaze me that somany outstanding individuals havecome through the Monongahela/Donora, and later the Ringgold SchoolDistrict educational program, and the2012 inductees only add to that pride.Ringgold Rams Club President CarlCrowley kicked off the evening’s cere-monies by introducing the Master ofCeremonies for the evening, AttorneyMike Lucas. Lucas announced that cer-tificates of achievement were beingawarded to 17 Ringgold students foroutstanding performance in the arts,academics, and athletics. These stu-dents are:

Emily AndersonCameron BarthusJennifer BickelJordon CurryShane DunmireLaryssa GavalaElizabeth GearhartRichard HeinzelmanJamie Klebanski

Mackenzie JandaRose JaskoJullianna JefferySam KainzCassandra LignelliJohanna SchmidtSara TorettiStephan WeinsteinSeveral of the students were present

and received certificates from Lucas atthe banquet.

Lucas then introduced the nine mem-bers of the Class of 2012 Hall of Fameand awarded individual plaques to thefollowing individuals:

Timothy C. Boyd (finance: businessfounder and owner)

Captain John E. Allen (Naval aviator,staff officer)

Angelo Dabiero (sports: coachingand businessman)

William “Spider” Dixon (PA StatePolice, major)

Beth Dolinar (newspaper columnist,TV reporter/writer, teacher)

Bob Johnson (sports: football, basket-ball)

Harry Sickels Jr. (sports: soccer,baseball, player, coach and official)

Dave Soloman (journalist, documen-tarian)

Jill Konton Spak (sports: player,coach, teacher)

The Ringgold Rams Club Hall of Fame Class of 2012 members are (seated) Captain John E. Allen(retired), Jill Konton Spak, Beth Dolinar, Harry Sickels Jr. (accepting for his father Harry Sickels Sr.),

(standing) William “Spider” Dixon, Timothy C. Boyd, Dave Soloman, Angelo Debiero, and Bob Johnson.

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Ringgold U11 Girls Travel Soccer Finishwith Undefeated Season

Congratulations to theRAYSA's U11 Lady Ramsfor finishing the Fall2012 season with a per-fect 7-0 record, outscor-ing all opponents 37-7.Pictured in the front are:Mikayla Byczynski andDanika Evans. Secondrow: Jaelyn Rossini;Jenna Sargent; TaylorCampbell; Rilyn Esper;Kylee Pry; HannahFrizzell; and LeahSargent. Back row:Coach Jeff Fox; Alexa Carrozza; Delaney Fox; Hannah Dudzik; SydneyRepasky; Jessica Tomosky; and Coach John Sargent.

Ringgold Press Box Renamed in Honor of Bill Ellis

By Paul Chasko

It’s an honor fitting to him torename the Ringgold High SchoolStadium press box in honor of thelate Bill Ellis, who was a true friend ofRinggold sports and the RinggoldSchool District. I didn’t know Billwell, but I know those who did. I firstmade his acquaintance as I was cov-ering an All-Star High School footballevent; Bill was the organizer and hesaw to it that I had access to the play-ers and anything else I needed. Thiswas shortly after I began writing forthe “Messenger.” Our paths crossednow and again after that, always at sporting events, mostly Ringgold sportingevents. Ellis was always involved in one capacity or another—serving as score-keeper at varsity wrestling matches and commentator at varsity football games.

Later on, we saw each other at Ringgold School Board meetings, as Ellis was amember of the board and I was covering the meetings. The last time we spoke waswhen he showed me a flyer he had handed out when running for the school board.The flyer indicated his promise to help reopen the elementary school buildings inMonongahela and Donora if he was elected. It was an odd moment. Bill knew I wasnot in favor of renovating the old buildings, and I think he wanted me to knowwhy he was – a man who kept his promises. I had the distinct impression at thatmoment that he hated the controversy this issue had caused within the board andthe school district. It may be a greater honor to Ellis to resolve this issue and movethe school district forward in the way that is best for the kids – whatever directionthat might take us.

Ringgold School Board President Chuck Smith hands Mrs. Bill Ellis a replica of the sign that willsoon be placed in front of the Ringgold StadiumPress Box. Photo Courtesy of Dave Savarino

PA Sports Hall of Fame Inducts Two Mon Valley Natives

There was a distinctMon Valley flavor tothe 50th annual induc-tion ceremonies andbanquet of thePennsylvania SportsHall of Fame heldrecently at the FourPoints by SheratonPittsburgh Hotel inWarrendale.

Among theinductees were DaleHamer (left) and Dr.Sam Havrilak (right), a native of Monessen. Among those congratulating them atthe event is Stephen V. Russell (center), general chairman of the Mon Valley AllSports Hall of Fame.

Hamer, a Fairhope native and Bellmar High School graduate, has been a NationalFootball League official for 35 years and is in his 11th season as an instant replayofficial. Havrilak graduated from Monessen High School in 1965 and starred atBucknell University before being drafted by the NFL’s Baltimore Colts. He playedprofessionally as a running back, quarterback, receiver,

defensive end and on special teams with the Colts and New Orleans Saints dur-ing a career that ran from 1969-1974. He was a member of the Colts’ Super BowlV championship team. Hamer and Havrilak are both members of the Mon ValleySports Hall of Fame.


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724-228-1059339 Amity Ridge Road, Amity 1 – Her & Kings County7 – Ruff Creek16 – Weedrags w/ Hillbilly Gypsies31 – Ruff CreekTuesdays – Jam Night w/ The Weedrags

RIVER HOUSE CAFÉ

724-565-5700506 McKean Ave., CharleroiEntertainment - 9:30 p.m. -1:30 a.m.1 - The Classics8 - Lady & the Tramps14 - Bobby Hawkins Back Alley Blues15 - 4R Jazz Quartet21 - The Hooligans22 - Blaine Allen29 - Open Jukebox31 - New Year’s Eve Party w/ Fail toReject

ROCKIN’ WILLIE’S ROADHOUSE

724-745-8844 2476 Washington Road (Rt. 19 South),Canonsburg Tuesdays - Jam Night with the JamBand. All singers and musicians wel-come.

SWEENEY’S STEAKHOUSE

724-929-83831713 Rostraver Rd., Belle VernonEntertainment 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.1 – DJ Crene6 – DJ Ben8 – Lucky Me13 – DJ Ben14 – September Project15 – DJ Crene22 – DJ Russ27 – DJ Ben28 – DJ Russ

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ACTON, Retta “Dolly”, 75, ofMonongahela, died October 30.Arrangements under the direction ofFrye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.

BANDINI, Stella Philipkosky, 100, ofCharleroi, died November 9.Arrangements under the direction ofCarl. J. Spallino Funeral Home inCharleroi.

BARWELL, Joanne Carol, 60, ofFinleyville, died October 31.Arrangements under the direction ofFrye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.

BUCHAK, Mary, 96, of Charleroi,died November 11. Arrangementsunder the direction of Carl. J. SpallinoFuneral Home in Charleroi.

DZUBAY, Pauline M., 90, ofMonongahela (formerly of Elrama),died October 29. Arrangementsunder the direction of Kegel FuneralHome, Finleyville.

FERRARO, Yolanda Louise, 90, ofPhoenix, AZ (formerly ofMonongahela), died October 31.Arrangements under the direction ofFrye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.

FORD, David E. Sr., 74, of CarrollTownship, died October 27.Arrangements under the direction ofWilliam Bautz Funeral Home, NewEagle.

GILLI, Patricia L., 87, of Washington(formerly of Charleroi), died October29. Arrangements under the direc-tion of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home& Cremation Services in Charleroi.

LINDY, June Louise, 89, of Beaver(formerly of Monongahela), diedOctober 28. Arrangements under thedirection of Frye Funeral Home, Inc.in Monongahela.

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POKORNY, Olga, 93, of FallowfieldTownship, died November 8.Arrangements under the direction ofSchrock-Hogan Funeral Home &Cremation Services in Charleroi.

RUSIN, Michael, 91, of Monteagle,TN (formerly of Monongahela), diedOctober 24. Arrangements under thedirection of Frye Funeral Home, Inc.in Monongahela.

SIRRI, Carlo Mario, MD, 91, ofMonongahela, died October 27.Arrangements under the direction ofFrye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.

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