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July 2013 From the Neighborhoods of Hampton Township, PA Vol. 8 No. 3
The Hampton News
What’s Inside Police Log ...................................... 3
Real Estate ..................................... 6
Current Events .............................. 7
Library News ................................. 8
Sports ...................................... 11-13
Pet Corner by Dr. Sherer ........... 17
Depreciation Lands Museum. .... 19
North Hampton Fire Dept. ......... 21
Scouts ...................................... 21-22
Help Wanted ................................ 23
The Amazing Connor Michalek by Gina Hussar
Dr. Stennett Named Middle School Principal of the Year
by Gail Scott
Hampton Township’s middle
school principal, Dr. Eric Stennett, has
been named the 2013 Middle Level
Principal of the year in Pennsylvania.
He was recognized by the Pennsylvania
Association of Elementary and Second-
ary School Principals. The Association
aims to ensure a quality education for
every child. They do this by supporting
and representing the principals, assistant
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Rech and Steinmetz Reached Highest Ranking in Scouts
by Diane Prem
Hampton High School Juniors Aaron Rech
and Ethan Steinmetz from Troop 17 earned the
highest honor in boy scouts, the coveted Eagle
Scout Award. Both scouts chose St. Catherine of
Sweden Church as the site and beneficiary of
their Eagle projects.
For his Eagle Award, Rech built a six- foot
stone fire pit, and eight wooden benches sur-
rounded by pea gravel and bordered with stone.
His project started last October and took about
seven months to complete. The toughest part was
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S even year-old Connor
Michalek is some-
thing of a household
name here in Hampton-- the
little boy with the unshaka-
ble spirit! Connor has been
battling severe brain and
spine cancer for several
years, but that hasn't
stopped him. It hasn't even
slowed him down! Connor's
love of baseball has carried
him through the many doc-
tor visits and treatments,
and he continues to play and
to wow the crowd with his
strength and heart.
On June 17th, Hampton
held the “Connor Michalek
Home Plate Tailgate.” Hun-
dreds of Hampton residents
came to support Connor.
Banners and signs stretched
across the fences of the
McCully baseball complex.
"Connor Rocks!" "Connor is
#1!" Root Sports TV was on
hand to capture the festivi-
ties for a feature story to be
broadcast during an upcom-
ing Pirates game. The Pi-
rates have been huge sup-
(Continued on page 19)
Connor with his loving parents, Steve and Brittany Photo by Gina Marie Photography
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Retail locations all over the United States & Cana-
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Several schools, banks and Laundromats in the
Pittsburgh area
Executive offices in Warrendale & Pittsburgh
A NOTE FROM THE HAMPTON NEWS
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generous business owners’ help, we would not be
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The Hampton Township Police Department is dedicated to en-
hancing the quality of life of the residents and guests by providing the
very best in law enforcement services. The twenty-two officers and
two civilian clerks take pride in serving the community in a profes-
sional and proactive manner. The HTPD consists of a fleet of 9 vehi-
cles, 1 ATV and 2 mountain bikes that are used for a variety of patrol
operations.
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The HTPD main numbers: Emergencies: 911.
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A summary of noteworthy incidents that occurred between May
24 — June 18, 2013.
Property Damage
On Tuesday, June 18th a resident from Oakhurst Avenue called
the station to report that around 1:00 a.m., someone turfed his lawn
and left. No description of the vehicle. He said someone also took his
landscaping rocks from the roadside and placed them at his front
door. He did look outside and saw one person walking down the
street. Residents are advised to call 9-1-1 immediately if they see or
hear anything suspicious.
Fire
On Sunday, June 16th Hampton Police were dispatched to a resi-
dence on Wildwood Road Extension for a report of a gas grill on
fire. Prior to arrival, County Dispatch advised the fire had been extin-
guished, but the caller wanted the units to continue in to verify. Upon
arrival, officers were met with the homeowner who stated her gas grill (Continued on page 16)
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A Trip of a Lifetime for Hampton Exchange Students
by Diane Prem
A student foreign exchange
program between Hampton
High School and the Sophie
Scholl Gymnasium in Berlin, Ger-
many, took place this spring and
summer. In March, twenty students
and two teachers from Berlin stayed
with Hampton families to experi-
ence our local culture and took ad-
vantage of local sights such as
downtown Pittsburgh, Heinz Field,
and Mount Washington. In addition,
the exchange students had a blast
dancing at the High School’s Sadie
Hawkins Dance, and especially en-
joyed an evening playing laser tag,
because they don’t have anything
like that in Berlin. The students also
traveled to Shanksville, Lancaster,
Hildebrandt Receives Scholarship from Odd Fellows
The Hampton Lodge Independ-
ent Order of Odd Fellows #1004
(I.O.O.F.) has been in the area since
1891 and has seen and been a part of
the many changes within our com-
munity. They make contributions to
many organizations such as North
Hills Community Outreach, The
Lighthouse, Hosanna Industries, and
the Arthritis Foundation, just to
name a few. Each year, they present
a $2,500 scholarship to a Hampton
High School senior and offer a two
week all expense paid trip to the
United Nations in New York which
includes stops in Gettysburg, Phila-
delphia, Boston and Niagara
Falls. After reviewing the applica-
(Continued on page 10)
and Washington, DC. Alessio Perna said in
perfect English, “To sum it up, it was the
greatest experience I’ve ever had, and I en-
joyed it. I would definitely come back!”
For two weeks in June, ten Hampton
students and two teachers travelled to the
Sophie Scholl Gymnasium in Berlin and
stayed with host families to experience their
lifestyles and culture. Group activities in-
cluded a tour of Berlin, the Neues Museum,
the Parliament building, Sachsenhausen Con-
centration Camp, Potsdam, the Sanssouci
Palace, and Berlin’s soccer stadium. Other
events included a boat tour on the Potsdam-
Wannsee, a train ride to the city of Dresden
to visit the Frauenkirche, and a train ride and
overnight at the Baltic Sea. Travelling were
John Berzonski, Elena Ceccarelli, Bailey
Hartge, Molly Jaconski, Tyler Jamison, Jessi-
ca Riley, Matt Roth, Dan Salisbury, Pauline
Spring, Karen Taylor, Mary Pat Taylor, and
Kate Zierenberg.
Tia Hildebrandt with her
parents, Chris and Lisa
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A Candy Land Theme at Hampton’s 8th Grade Dinner Dance
by Diane Prem
Approximately 225 eighth graders at Hampton Middle
School enjoyed a special evening of dining, dancing, games,
and photo booth fun at a dinner dance held at the High School
on Saturday, June 1st. The cafeteria was gaily decked out in a
“Candy Land” theme, and students entered the building greet-
ed by vivid gingerbread men, walked through an archway of
vibrant balloons, and followed colored steps that mimicked
the board game. The area was decorated with life size charac-
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was that the students got to vote on the theme. The dance was
amazing, and the food was great! Ping pong in the auxiliary
gym was especially fun on the slow songs.” In addition to the
buffet, students enjoyed Queen Frostine’s Drinks, Princess
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principals and other educational leaders in the schools.
“I am honored and humbled that this award was given to me;
however, it is collaborative in nature. This is a wonderful communi-
ty in which to live and people here have made it very easy to suc-
ceed. We have the best students, parents and staff and I am very
lucky to be the Principal here,” Stennett said when asked about the
award. Dr. Stennett will be honored in October at the Pennsylvania
Association of Elementary and Secondary School Principals state
conference in State College, PA. He will go on to compete for the
National Middle Level Principal of the Year award and have an
opportunity for a $5,000 grant sponsored by the National Associa-
tion of Elementary and Secondary School Principals.
Marilyn Lux, Assistant Middle School Principal, nominated
Stennett for the award. She has worked with him for the past 4 years
as his assistant principal. When asked about his award she said “He
is an amazing mentor and I am very fortunate to learn under him,
being that this was my first administrative experience. I nominated
him for the Principal of the Year award because I cannot imagine a
better principal to the teacher, students, and community.
Overall, he challenges people to do their best each day, both teach-
Dr. Stennet (Continued from page 1)
Enjoying the dance are left to right: Jessica Levine, Sarah
Rushmore, Brice Pitcairn, Rachel Surgent and Tess Flinner
ers and students. He has a way of motivating people to im-
prove and encourages them to lead in their positions. He truly
cares about kids and is in this profession for the right rea-
sons.”
Stennett graduated from Wittenberg University in
Springfield, Ohio. Then, he joined the Army where he served
in the Gulf War. He got a teaching job when he returned from
the Army. He joined Hampton as the middle school principal
in 2008. He has integrated the bullying prevention program
while at Hampton into a larger advisory program in which
teachers meet with a group of students once a month to talk
about issues in the school.
Dr. Stennett said the award for principal of the year
would not be possible without the support of his wife,
Michelle, his three daughters, and the Hampton community
around him.
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Current Event
July 4th Hampton Rotary Firecracker 5K
Thursday, July 4, 2013 will be our
next event. The run is the primary
fundraiser for the Hampton Rotary
Club. It is a fun event with a DJ,
food, prizes.....and of course a 5K
fun run. We have competitive run-
ners and walkers. It's a part of the
Hampton Township Independence
Day Celebration each year. You can find more information
on our websites. You can register on-line.
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Library News
It’s not too late to join our Annual Summer Reading Program!
For babies through 4th grade you are invited to join in Dig into
Reading!
If you are in 5th grade or older, you can….
Find out what’s Beneath the Surface at the library!
For adults join us for “Groundbreaking Reads!”
Dig It! Tuesdays, Now through August 13th 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Tired of the pool? Bored with nothing do? Grab a friend and join
in for an hour filled with crafts, games and cool stuff! Dig into the
past, Dig into the earth, Dig into a new world. Each week the
themes will change – you never know what we will “Dig Into”
next!! Grades K - 4. Meet in the library – make new friends!
Sprouts Storytime! Join us each week as we Dig into Reading!
This storytime will be filled with gophers, moles, trucks, and bean
poles! This ½ hour storytime is sure to be filled with fun, laugh-
ter, songs and new friends! Storytimes will be geared towards
preschoolers but younger siblings are invited to attend. No Regis-
tration is necessary.
Wednesdays, Now through Aug. 14th at either 9:30 a.m. or 11:00
a.m.
Fridays, Now through Aug. 16th at either 9:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.
Join the “COZ” (Chill Out Zone)
Wednesdays, Now through August 14th.
Are you stuck in the middle? (grades 5 -8) Tired of always drag-
ging a little brother or sister around? Looking for a place to chill-
out with friends? Looking for an adult free zone where you can
eat, do crafts, play games and just chill? We have the answer! The
“COZ!” See you there – registration appreciated.
Let Miss Lori know!
Seedlings Storytime!
Thursdays, Now through August 15th 10:30 a.m.
Moms of little ones under the age two, this storytime is spe-
cially designed for you! Build a foundation of literacy with
your baby through stories, songs, and interactive play!
(Older siblings are invited along too!)
Creative Memories Scrapbooking Club!
Tuesday, July 9th and July 23rd 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Make summer a time to finish those scrapbooks! Come out
and scrapbook! Whether you have been scrapbooking for
years or you are just starting, join us for cropping, special
designs and new friends!
American Girl Luau Pajama Party!
Friday, July 12th 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ages 4-9
Come dressed in your grass skirts and make sure your doll is
ready for some Hawaiian Fun! We will play luau games, have
snacks and a bedtime story. Then get your doll ready for bed
as they sleep over in the library! The next morning, join us at
9:30 a.m. for donuts! All dolls are invited to sleepover.
Please note, only the dolls will be sleeping over in the library.
A $2.00 registration fee is required.
Talbot Tellers Storytelling Mini Workshop!
Tuesday, July 16th 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Come join in the fun and learn the art of storytelling with our
very own Talbot Tellers! Our girls have been working hard to
create a fun workshop where you will learn how tell a story
and hear lots of stories. This family workshop is for moms,
dads, and children ages 8 -11. Registration Required.
Mystery Book Discussion!
Wednesday, July 17th 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Triple Cross, By Mark Sullivan. Copies available in the li-
brary. Join us in the library to make new friends, discover
new authors and solve the mystery!
Wiggle Worm Club! Thur., July 18th
3:30 p.m.– 4:30 p.m.
Mummies, Tombs and Buried Treasure!
This boys’ only program is all about creepy things that live in
the dirt. Join us for an activity hour that is sure to create lots
of laughter and fun! Program geared for grades 1 – 4, but all
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The Truth and Nothing but the Truth! by Gina Hussar
Yes, I am an inner peace coach. But I am also human. And
sadly, I am reminded of this fact a gazillion times a day. Last
week I had plans to swim at my friend’s house. I got my three
small children changed, sun screened and ready to go. My
youngest just turned one and getting him ready to go to the pool
has become a three person job. I am convinced that dressing this
baby has adequately prepared me to wrestle an alligator. I get to
my friend’s house and no one is there. I carry my ridiculously
heavy pool bag around. Nothing. I call them and learn that plans
had changed last minute and that they were at the park. I was
fuming. I tell the kids. They’re sad. We start to make the ½ mile
drive home and in that 1.5 minute drive here is what happened in
my head:
I can’t believe they forgot to call me. Clearly they don’t cherish
my friendship. What did I do to them? I don’t remember doing
anything to deserve this. This hurts. Maybe I’m not as close to
them as I thought I was.
Mind you, these are my closest lifelong friends who have AL-
WAYS been there for me. But do you see what I did right there?
I made up a bunch of “truths.” And my body reacted to those
truths. I was angry, breathing heavily, speaking in a dialect I like
to call bitter staccato. My friends felt awful. It was a miscommu-
nication. They each thought the other had called me and three
hours later we were totally fine. Just shortly before then I was
devastated, convinced they were ending the friendship. Pay at-
tention to how many stories you tell yourself throughout the day.
Someone is late and immediately you think they must not value
your time. You pass an acquaintance and she doesn’t speak to
you. You walk away wondering why you aren’t good enough for
her to say hello to. You are making it up! You are one heck of a
story teller aren’t you? We all are. And it sabotages our peace.
Inner Peace Principle: Seek the truth
In every situation you encounter ask yourself this question:
“What do I know to be 100% true?” Usually you will find that
the answer is a big “Not much!” You don’t know. Read that
again. YOU. DON’T. KNOW.
Ego Story-telling is when we have trouble getting out of our
own heads. We assign blame and judgments. We weave tall tales
about people, making assumptions about their lives, their charac-
ter, their feelings about us. I had a client call me who had been
stood up twice and felt a dive in his self worth. “I’m just not
good enough,” he said. I said, “Or maybe they saw your picture
and were intimidated by your looks. Why not make up a story
that’s a little more empowering?”
We always have that choice. We always have the option to
choose love, assume good intentions, be who we are despite who
they are. We have no idea what someone else goes through 24/7.
So rather than coming up with a block buster worthy tale that
fills you with resentment, try a happier script; one that offers
love and forgiveness to the other person and power and peace to
yourself. Save the drama for when Hollywood calls. ;)
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are invited. Registration helpful, but not necessary.
Rock it! Thursday, July 25th
Construction Junction! 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
This girls’ only program will be filled with junk that
can be turned into something funky and fun! Pro-
gram designed for grades 1 -4, but all are invited.
Registration helpful, but not necessary.
Summer Cool Down Book Club!
Friday, July 26th at 2:00 p.m.
Sun too hot? Pool too crowded? Already bored?
Come join in for some lively discussion, fun crafts,
and yummy snacks. Grades 5 -8. Please register!!
Let Miss Lori know! The book is Stargirl, By Jerry
Spinelli. Copies will be available at the library! See
you there!!
Calling all Superheroes!
Friday, August 2nd , 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ages 4-
8.
Superheroes, get those costumes out of the closet and
join us for an evening of superhero training! Test
your skills at finding villains, reading coded messag-
es, leaping tall buildings, and more!
A $2.00 registration fee is required.
Dig into Magic!
The End of Summer Reading Club Party!
Thursday, August 15th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
For all participants in the Dig into Reading summer
reading program get ready to “create magic” by play-
ing games, making crafts, and a special Magic Show
by Magician Dan Kuniak! Winners for the Summer
Reading Club prizes will be drawn that day. You do
not need to be present to win, but we hope you will
join us for an evening of fun and entertainment!
Registration for this program is required!
Library (Continued from page 8)
Mark your calendars!!
Wiggle Worm Club and Miss Lori enjoying the after-
noon with their worms as part of the summer reading
club - "Dig into Reading"
tions and written essays, a student is selected and the check is directed to
the college he/she will be attending. This year, the award was received by
Tia Hildebrandt.
On May 10, 2013 the I.O.O.F. was presented with the Small Non-
Profit Community Service Award for Hampton Township by "In Commu-
nity" Magazine at a dinner at Heinz Field. Hampton Lodge was proud to
accept this award since it was based on an exceptionally well writ-
ten entry to the magazine by the Vice Grand, Shirley Whitlinger.
Hampton Odd Fellows has been in the area for over a hundred
years quietly supporting the community. Many people in need have bene-
fitted from their hard work and dedication and thankfully, they are sure to
continue their charitable work for years to come. Helping others is ever a
mandate for members. I.O.O.F. strives to promote the principles of friend-
ship, love, truth, faith, hope, charity and universal justice. Check the web
site at: www.ioof1004.org.
Odd Fellows (Continued from page 4)
The Hampton Lodge Independent Order of Odd Fellows #1004
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The Future is Now!
O n May 18-19th,
Hampton Girls' U10
Fastpitch sent a team
to the Indiana
Township Fastpitch Tourna-
ment. After the initial seed-
ing rounds of play,
Hampton earned the 1st seed
in their division for Sunday's
tournament games.
Hampton advanced to
the final game after defeating
Latrobe on Sunday
morning, but lost to South
Side Beaver in the final
game. Hampton Girls'
U10 Fastpitch placed 2nd in
this tournament. Hampton
players chosen for the
MVP awards during both
days of play were Hannah
Bradfield, Carly Klaas,
Bella Henzler and Anneliese
Probeck.
Front: Lauren Graff, Hannah Bradfield, Sydney Andrews
Second Row: Maddie Gentile, Arianna Erka, Carley Klaas, Caitlin McCarthy, Bella Henzler,
Anneliese Probeck, Jaidyn Lange, Grace Rydzak
Not pictured: Lexi Quackenbush
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Local Girls Dominate Roundball Tournaments
by Deb Brady
T his spring, several players from Hampton High
School’s girls basketball team joined other strong
players from the North Hills to compete in several
local basketball tournaments, and found great success! Na-
talie Donegan and Emily Stitt, members of the Amateur
Athletic Union team SLAAM (Students Learning Athletics
and Academics Through Mentoring), helped their team win
both the Pittsburgh Tip-Off Tourney
and the Rockets Spring Classic, hosted
by the Hampton Girls Basketball
Boosters. The team was coached by
Audrey Scott of Shady Side Academy.
Hampton residents Courtney Collins,
Maddy Nelligan, and Stephanie Mur-
ray joined another AAU team, named
RAGE, coached by veteran coach Jim
Dvorsky. RAGE came in second to
SLAMM at the Rockets Classic. The
team went on to win several other tour-
naments including the Caveman Clas-
sic, the Ambridge Bridgers Classic, and the #1 Cochran
Pittsburgh Nets Classic. The latter victory was won with
the help of two Hampton middle schooler’s 7th grader Ali-
son Collins and 8th grader Bree Murray. The girls “played
up” for their older sisters Courtney and Stephanie, who attended
Hampton’s prom that Friday evening. The impressive win sealed the
first seed in the playoff bracket for RAGE, who went on to defeat the
Penn-Ohio Blue Storm in the finals.
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Girls’ Lacrosse Success is at an All Time High
by Tina Harper
The Hampton High School Girls’ Lacrosse team headed to
the play-offs for the fourth consecutive year after posting a 10-
8 regular season record. In the WPIAL quarter finals, the girls
defeated Ellis School, then lost to Shaler in their first ever ap-
pearance in the semi-finals.
The girls’ lacrosse team, led by captains Nancy Happel,
Allison Lang, and Halli Larkin, produced several award-
winning players. HHS all-time leading scorer, Christine
McGrath, made All Section and First Team All-WPIAL and
Allison Lang made All Section. Five players made US La-
crosse Academic All American: McGrath, Lang, Larkin, Bri-
anna Intrieri, and Gabrielle Scherer.
The team’s nine graduating seniors were part of a success-
ful lacrosse program at Hampton. Prior to them arriving as
freshmen, the teams had produced losing records (18-56 over-
all). The past four years’ teams earned a 41-34 overall record
and secured play-off spots in each of these years.
In the fall, McGrath will be headed to Allegheny College
where she will play lacrosse and Happel received a Division I
scholarship to play at St. Francis University.
Hampton High School Girls’ Lacrosse players, Christine
McGrath (left) and Allison Lang receive awards at the
WPIAL Lacrosse Banquet.
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on the back porch was fully en-
gulfed prior to the police arriv-
ing. The resident stated her
daughter was able to put out the
flames with a fire extinguisher.
Hampton Fire units verified the
fire had been put out and moved
the grill from the deck onto the
driveway for precautionary pur-
poses.
Theft
On Sunday, June 16th a resi-
dent from Tall Timber Drive
reported that sometime in the
afternoon of 6/16 his two gar-
bage cans were stolen along with
his recycling container. No sus-
pects at this time.
Property Damage
On Saturday, June 15th a
resident from Hampton Oaks
Drive reported that someone
damaged his front yard overnight
with a vehicle. It appeared as if
someone drove up to the house
and then tried to back down the
driveway. There was a set of tire
marks in the yard to the pole
light, which had been knocked
down. The driver hit two bushes,
then crossed to the other side and
hit another bush. Debris from a
car was next to the pole. There
was also debris on Middle Road
at the entrance to the plan.
DUI Arrest
On Saturday, June 15th
Hampton Police were dispatched
at 6:25 p.m. for a motor vehicle
crash with a vehicle into a
pole. The vehicle left the scene,
leaving a large amount of fluid
on the roadway. Officers fol-
lowed the fluid on the roadway
to an address on Linden Drive,
where the vehicle was parked
with heavy front end dam-
age. Police made contact with
the driver who said he was driv-
ing on Mt. Royal Blvd. when he
lost control and had a brake is-
sue, thus striking the pole. He
then stated he was unaware the
damage to the vehicle was se-
vere, and left the accident sce-
ne. While talking with the driv-
er, police detected a strong odor
of an alcoholic beverage as well
as other signs of impair-
ment. After failing field sobriety
tests, he was placed under arrest
for suspicion of DUI. Charges
are pending.
Vehicle Accident -
DUI Arrest
On Friday, May 24th Hamp-
ton Police responded to the 3800
block of Mt. Royal Blvd. shortly
after 11:00 p.m. for a report of a
two vehicle accident. Upon
speaking with one of the drivers,
officers detected a strong odor of
alcohol as well as other signs of
being impaired. That driver was
asked to perform a series of field
sobriety tests, which he
failed. He was placed under
arrest for suspicion of
DUI. Neither driver sustained
injuries.
Criminal Mischief
On Sunday, May 19th while
on patrol early Sunday morning,
Police observed several mailbox-
es damaged in the 4300 block of
Mt. Royal Boulevard as well as
at Spring Lane. There were also
several street signs pulled out of
the ground.
On Monday, May 20th a
resident from Wildwood-Sample
Road called the station to report
that sometime over the weekend
her mailbox was destroyed.
Criminal Trespassing
On Saturday, May 25th
Hampton Police were dispatched
to a home on Mohawk Drive at
3:19 a.m. for an intoxicated male
inside the victim’s residence.
The victim reported that he and
his wife were asleep upstairs
when their dog began to bark
and growl. The victim went
down stairs to see what the dog
was barking about and when he
rounded the corner of the first
floor he observed the actor
standing in the shadows. The
victim ordered the actor to the
kitchen floor until the police
arrived. Upon police arrival,
the actor was found sitting on
victim’s kitchen floor intoxicat-
Police Log (Continued from page 3)
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How to be Sure that Your Pet is Eating Well
by Dr. David Sherer
Confused by pet foods? Here are 7
things to help decipher the decision mak-
ing when looking at what to feed your pet:
1. Natural- natural means the food has not
been produced by or subjected to a chemi-
cally synthetic process, and doesn't con-
tain any additives or processing aids that
are chemically synthetic (vitamins are
excluded if package says- with added vit-
amins and minerals).
2. Human-grade- has no legal definition,
the FDA has implied pet foods should
voluntarily comply with human food
standards but there is no legal standard to
enforce this.
3. Organic- should carry an organic seal
from the USDA. Organic refers to the
reduction of synthetic pesticides, fertiliz-
ers hormones and antibiotics.
4. Grains are a legitimate food ingredient
and are not just a filler. They have a nutri-
tional benefit to food. A limited number
of dogs may have grain allergies.
5. Home cooked diets can be balanced but
it's not easy. The best way to make sure is
to consult with a veterinary nutritionist.
Calcium and taurine are two ingredients
that are most fre-
quently problematic.
6. Raw diets are get-
ting more popular.
The most important
thing to consider is
food safety (for the
pet as well as the
family, especially if
young children or
immunocompro-
mised people are in
the home). These diets should also be
evaluated for nutritional adequacy.
7. Given the choice, cats tend to select
higher protein, lower carbohydrate di-
ets. Even thought cats prefer this, it could
be problematic in cats
with certain problems
(especially kidney
problems).
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Coaster Classic
Soccer Tournament
A special
thanks to soccer
coach Hank Lish
for his dedication
and love of the
game he shared
with us for the past
nine years. Thanks
for a great tourna-
ment weekend!
ed. The actor was transported to the Allegheny
County Jail.
Vandalism
On Saturday, May 25th a resident reported
that she saw several male juveniles running
through the neighborhoods of Swansea Cres-
cent West and Northampton Drive around
10:30 p.m. It was noted that mailboxes were
damaged.
Information
On Monday, June 10th representatives
from the Penn Environmental Group will be
canvassing in the Township for the next few
weeks. This is a non-profit political group and
they do not require a Solicitor's Permit. end
Police Log (Continued from page 16)
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Depreciation Lands Museum
Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social
Featuring a Fleece-to-Shawl Demonstration & Magic Show! Sun 7/14, 1 to 4 p.m.
Take a trip back to colonial
times, right in Pittsburgh’s backyard.
The Depreciation Lands Museum, a
living history museum and village in
Allison Park, invites you to a day of
special treats and demonstrations at
our old-fashioned ice cream social
on Sunday, July 14, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Complimentary ice cream and lem-
onade are included with your admis-
sion, as are all special activities.
This year the museum welcomes
Albert Noble, an itinerant magician
demonstrating some colonial sleights
of hand and other tricks. Perfor-
mances are at 1:15 and 1:45.
In addition, we will feature a
special “fleece to shawl” demonstra-
tion. Starting with a fleece recently
sheared from a sheep, spinners will
prepare and spin enough yarn for a
weaver to complete a shawl during
the afternoon. The shawl will be
auctioned to the highest bidder!
As always, there will be the
savory scent of wood smoke from
the cooking and baking in the Arm-
strong cabin and beehive bake oven.
The blacksmith and the potter will
both be busy creating necessary
items for the village, and the Talley
Cavey Mercantile will be open for
business, offering an ever-growing
assortment of eighteenth-century
toys, clothing, household goods, and
more.
Admission to this special event
is $5 for adults, $3 for children and
members.
The museum presents living history demon-strations every Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. from May through October. Contact the museum at (412) 486-0563; DepreciationLands-Museum.org; [email protected].
porters of the Michalek family. In fact, the Friday
before the tailgate, Connor and his team, the Red
Sox, were picked up in a limo to attend the Pirate
Game in a reserved box.
Julie Mikus of Hampton spear-headed the
planning of the tailgate and Mother Nature cooper-
ated with a beautiful summer evening! The girl
scouts arrived early to coordinate the banner paint-
ings. Coach and DJ Frank Camerota provided the
music. Connor's friend Jordan McMillen sold hand
-made bracelets and donated the proceeds to the
family. La Scola's Italian Ice, owned by a Hampton
family, was a major sponsor, as was Pasquale's
Pizza who donated all of the pizza for the event.
Home Depot donated over $600 in plants and a gas
grill to be auctioned off. The Pirates donated an
amazing package that included a ball autographed
by Andrew McCutchen and tickets for four.
McDonalds donated drinks, Burger King and Wen-
dy donated the paper products and one of the raffle
items included a package of gift cards donated by
Monte Cellos, Pizza Hut, Bruesters, Vocelli, The
North Park Clubhouse, Panera, Emiliano's, Eat-n-
Park, Starbucks, Max & Erma's and Just 8 Deli.
This led up to the 8:30 game of the Red Sox
vs. the Pirates, at which Connor received a special
award from coach Matt Mignogna. It was a very
special evening honoring a very special boy. Those
who attended were touched by the sense of com-
munity and the way that the entire township pulled
together for a common cause. It was a festive even-
ing full of heart, and was a testament to the won-
derful community we are lucky enough to live in
and to the brave little boy who inspires us all!
Hampton has its very own super hero, and his
name is Connor Michalek.
Connor Michalek (Continued from page 1)
Photo by Gina Marie Photography
There is nothing more to say……...
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North Hampton Vol. Fire Dept.
Chief John Schwend Monthly Report for May 2013
Monthly Incident Summary:
Brush Fire 4
CO Alarm No Ill Effects 2
Commercial Fire Alarm 6
Commercial Structure Fire 1
Gas Leak / Smell of Gas 3
Other 1
Pumping Detail 1
Residential Fire Alarm 5
Residential Structure Fire 2
Smoke Investigation / Burning Odor 5
Vehicle Accident No Entrapment 5
Vehicle Accident W/ Entrapment 1
Vehicle Fire 3
Wires Down / Transformer Problem 3
Total Incidents for the Month 42
Total Incidents for 2013 177 Congratulations to Jerry Wittmer for responding to his 5000th
fire call and Brandon Hoehn for responding to his 1000th fire
call with North Hampton VFD.
Noteworthy incidents:
NHVFD responded along with HVFD and numerous mu-
tual aid departments to a small fire in a residence on Branding
Place. Fire was contained to a small amount of contents in a
room and quickly extinguished.
NHVFD was dispatched to the report of smoke from a
commercial structure on Banks School Rd. NHVFD responded
with the aid of HVFD and Richland VFD. 165 Chief arrived
on scene to find a warehouse with flames showing from the front
door. Crews entered and used 2.5” attack line with a 1.75” back
up line. Fire was quickly knocked down and crews checked for
extension. The Allegheny County Fire Marshall was called to
determine the cause.
New Membership:
Please contact an officer at 724-443-5250, or visit our website at
www.northhamptonvfd.org.
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Attorney Hal English
Fun in the Sun at Girl Scouts Day Camp
by Diane Prem
A long-standing tradition for over 30 years, Girl Scouts from
Kindergarten through High School convened at Hampton
Community Park for Day Camp the week of June 17st to
enjoy camaraderie, fun and games, and to learn new skills. The week
included flag ceremonies, nature studies, crafts, hikes, songs, games,
archery, outdoor cooking, and badge work, all revolving around the
theme “Citizenship.” Each Unit had a motto, like Unit #5’s “Mount
Joy” where they strived to fill the week with joy as big as a moun-
tain.
“Camp was a lot of fun! Our favorite part was the archery because
it’s not something you do every day,” exclaimed Karalyn Schwartz
and Addie Klocko. “I loved the crafts. Especially the lanterns we
made by painting the bottom half of a soda bottle, topped with a
colorful beaded handle. We did a ton of stuff. Luckily we didn’t
get the ‘mugwamp’ today,” enthused Carena Allen. The
“mugwamp” is a fun, longstanding camp tradition whereby which-
ever unit has it at the end of the day has to do a goofy penalty--like
eating “cat poop” which was in fact chocolate cake, topped with
stretched out tootsie rolls and green vanilla wafers.
Some campers stayed overnight on the last day and enjoyed evening
activities that included S’mores, games, stargazing, dinner, and
breakfast the next day. The Day Campers extend a heartfelt “thank
you” to the volunteers that made this all possible.
Visit www.thehamptonnews.net to read more about the girls
experiences at camp.
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2007 Photo from Tribune Review
Aaron Rech with fire pit and benches he built at
St. Catherine's of Sweden for his Eagle Scout Award
Ethan Steinmetz installed a flagpole
working around the winter
weather. To offset the total pro-
ject cost of $1,300, Rech sold
the eight benches that each in-
cluded two memorial plaques.
Rech then took the purchaser’s
plaque information and used a
CNC machine (a computerized
drill) at Shaler High School to
carve out the plaque in wood
based on his 3D model. “I feel
very good about my accomplish-
ment and wouldn't change any-
thing. Finishing my Eagle Pro-
ject was a milestone in my life
and something I had always
dreamed about throughout Boy
Scouts. I would like to give a
‘thank you’ to everyone who purchased a
bench, helped me with my project, and
supported me through it. And a special
thanks to Pastor Steve Neff for giving me
this opportunity; to Mr. Riethmuller for
guiding and helping me through the pro-
ject; and to Mr. Wilkinson who went out
of his way to make sure my project was
done on time,“ said Rech.
For his Eagle Scout Project,
Steinmetz organized the installment of a
flagpole, surrounded by a stone circle,
capped off with a homebuilt bench. The
stone circle includes an engraved marker
that states, “In Deō et Patriā,” and its
translation, “In God and Country.” He
chose this project to promote patriotism
and one’s Duty to Country, alongside
one’s Duty to God. Thanks to the help of
many fellow scouts and adults, his project
took approximately 200 hours to com-
plete. “My success in scouting could not
have been accomplished without the help
of many people, and I would like to per-
sonally thank Mr. Rieth-
muller, Mr. Gaida, Mr.
Wilkinson, Mr. Uehling,
Pastor Steve Neff, and
Troop 17. Finally, I
would like to extend my
deepest appreciation and
thanks to my parents.
They helped encourage
me through every single
aspect of my scouting
career, every up and
down, and every long
process of my Eagle
Scout Project, along with
offering me their uncon-
ditional love,” concluded
Steinmetz.
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Jennifer Romero, M.D.
Hannah Sahud, M.D.
Sarah F. Schroeder, M.D.
Please Welcome:
Karl Holtzer, M.D.
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We prefer to recycle. Do you own a barn, garden center, garage or machine
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We currently have 5 dump truck loads of clean (and no
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Goodwill, Gibsonia, located at the corner of Rt. 8 and Rt.
910 will be holding Open Interviews for current P.T. Open
positions on Thursday July 11th from 11:00 am to 4:00
pm. Interested Job Seekers should attend and prepare to
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PreSchool Director—Bakerstown United Methodist Pre-
school is now accepting applications. BA in Education,
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to: 724-443-3124
Eat Healthy, Be Healthy by Rochelle Gillen
Eating healthy can be a challenge, especially with
the accessibility of “fast” food and contradictory infor-
mation on what’s healthy and what’s not. Don’t go it
alone! Studies have shown that individuals with support
tend to be more successful in maintaining a healthy life-
style and losing weight.
Holistic Nutritionist Paula Martinac, M.A., M.S.,
recently joined the staff at the Hampton Holistic Center
to offer nutrition counseling. Martinac can help you de-
velop a personalized plan to improve eating habits, cut
cravings, and lose weight. Together you’ll explore the
connection between food and wellness, stress reduction,
your emotional attachments to food, and more. She fo-
cuses on the “whole” you – your diet, lifestyle, health
history, family set-up, not just symptoms.
A cancer survivor, Martinac began studying the
healing power of food after her diagnosis. Now cancer-
free, she helps people in midlife to reverse the symp-
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pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol, and high
triglycerides – naturally, without medications, so they
can look younger and enjoy a longer life, free from the
fear of chronic illness.
Paula Martinac sees clients on Fridays at the Hamp-
ton Holistic Center. Call 412-486-1829 or visit
www.hampton-holistics.com to schedule your consulta-
tion. Advertorial
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