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Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
Romantic comedy ‘That’s Amore’ features filming locations in Plum and Murrysville
Actor, retired dentist and Plum resident David Petti sticks to what he knows. So when Petti was working on the screenplay for “That’s Amore” – which will be shown June 23 at the Oaks Theater in Oakmont – he didn’t stray far from his roots. “My character is a dentist,”...
Classic Thursdays return to Tull Family Theater
Classic Thursdays is running every Thursday through August at the Tull Family Theater. All showings are at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. June 16 – Set against the backdrop of World War II, “Casablanca” remains “one of the most popular films ever made. It is about a man and a...
New Latin cookery proposed in Sewickley
Julio Peraza has a vision for Sewickley. The former executive chef at Fairmont Pittsburgh wants to open an eatery in the borough featuring fine Latin cuisine. “It’s a beautiful community,” Peraza said. “This community brings a lot of warmness.” He is one step closer to his dream as council unanimously...
Sewickley Academy graduates 64
The 64 members of Sewickley Academy’s class of 2022 received their diplomas on June 9 at the school’s Events Center. Four graduates received special recognition for their achievements prior to the presentation of diplomas. • Ashley Glabicki of Sewickley received the Faculty Award for consistently displaying a cheerful and mature...
In brief: Bill Metzger author talk, summer concert series and more around Sewickley
Author talk The Sewickley Public Library invites guests to take a cruise along the Great Allegheny Passage Trail with author Bill Metzger during his book talk at 7 p.m. June 28 at the library. Metzger is the author of “The Great Allegheny Passage Companion,” a rail-trail guidebook that covers the...
Sewickley Academy baseball collected wins, valuable experience during strong season
Sewickley Academy approached the WPIAL baseball playoffs with a “one game at a time” attitude. The Panthers ended up playing two games, defeating Avella, 7-4, in the Class A first round before losing to Rochester, 2-0, in the quarterfinals. SA finished in second place in Section 3-A and ended the...
Coach steps down after another playoff appearance for Quaker Valley baseball
The big news circulating out of the Quaker Valley baseball program is that veteran coach Dean Owrey has resigned. Owrey was hired in 2018 and served as the Quakers’ field boss for four seasons, including the pandemic-marred 2020 campaign. He led QV to three WPIAL playoff appearances and posted a...
First court date set in appeal of Leet zoning board denial of proposed high school
A status conference has been scheduled in Allegheny County Courts as legal teams both for and against a proposed Quaker Valley high school prepare for the next legal challenge. The school district wants to build an estimated 167,000-square-foot facility on about 150 acres of land off Camp Meeting Road. Project...
Quaker Valley High School graduates 174
The 174 members of Quaker Valley Senior High School’s class of 2022 received their diplomas on June 6 during a commencement ceremony at Quaker Valley High School Stadium. Student speakers were Eleanor Schlick and Sara Ruhl, and the Quaker Valley High School Concert Band, Vocal Ensemble and Concert Choir all...
Sewickley Garden Tour to showcase 5 magnificent outdoor spaces
Behind a decorative iron gate is a serene view of lush green grass surrounding an inviting pool. Lounge chairs and black-and-white umbrellas shield guests from the sun. Beautiful flowers are in bloom — from alyssum lining the walkway to hydrangeas and magnolias on the grounds. A nearby fountain features two...
Tull Family Theater to host The Damaged Pies band, author Elin Hilderbrand
The Tull Family Theater is hosting two upcoming events. First, they’re pairing up with The Damaged Pies, one of Pittsburgh’s long-time favorite bands, for a film, concert and fight against hunger on June 19. For their 35th anniversary, the band will bring their trademark rock and five-part harmonies to an...
Sewickley area student news for the week of June 7, 2022
Several Quaker Valley musicians were recognized for being selected to play in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) festivals this spring. PMEA Elementary Band Fest: sixth-graders Caden Hanna, alto saxophone; Hannah Olawaiye, clarinet; Lena Rothbauer, flute; Michael Semonik, trumpet. PMEA Jr. High District Band: Evan James, seventh grade, baritone; Charlotte...
In brief: New glass recycling location, child communication program and more around Sewickley
Glass recycling Quaker Valley Council of Governments has established another glass recycling location, at 629 New Brighton Road in Avalon across from its public works facility. The dumpster hauling and glass recycling service will be provided by Michael Brothers Hauling & CAP Glass. It is available from dawn to dusk...
Quaker Valley hurdler Nora Johns 2nd to none for 2nd straight season
Quaker Valley’s celebrated three-sport athlete Nora Johns didn’t just repeat as the PIAA Class 2A girls 300-meter hurdles champion. Johns broke the school record in accomplishing the feat May 28 at Shippensburg University. The talented QV junior won the event with a time of 44.78 seconds, lowering her personal-best time...
Mental performance coach helps Sewickley Academy athletes train their brains
Donato Fanelle’s goal as mental performance coach at Sewickley Academy essentially is to work himself out of a job. “I want you to hone your mental skills to the point to where you no longer need the help,” Fanelle said. “The good thing about working at a high school is...
Sewickley area real estate transactions for the week of June 5, 2022
Leet Dawn Investment Group LLC sold property at 30 Main St. to Tyler Faust and Marissa Lynn Fiedler for $145,000. Osborne Matthew Holloway sold property at 1501 Beaver Road to Daniel and Jen Worley for $158,060. Sewickley Michael Weir sold property at 514 Hill St. to Elliot and Tara Franz...
Sewickley Music Club sets schedule for 2022-23
The Sewickley Music Club had quite an exciting Spring with a lineup of stellar performers entertaining club members and their guests. The March winds seemed very fitting as The Pittsburgh Trombone Project found wind of their own in performing and educating on their various trombones. As April showers beat down,...
The 96th Cinderella Ball at Sewickley’s Allegheny Country Club was magical
At the 96th Cinderella Ball on May 28, event chairs Kelly Waldman and Courtney Elizabeth Benson each touched a magic wand to illuminate a pumpkin – which transformed the Allegheny Country Club in Sewickley into a fairytale scene. On a warm spring evening, debutantes dressed in white gowns who wore...
Allegheny Land Trust secures capital to preserve 75 acres in Sewickley Hills
The goal has been met. Sewickley-based Allegheny Land Trust announced on May 26 that it successfully met a $1 million campaign to purchase and preserve a 75-acre property in Sewickley Hills. The nonprofit is expected to close his month on the Buerkle Woodlands, which sit at the northwest corner of...
Sewickley area student news for the week of May 31, 2022
Quaker Valley High School senior Charlie Crane was selected as a violist for the 2022 Pennsylvania Music Educators Association All-State Orchestra. Crane was first selected to District Orchestra in January after submitting an application outlining his musical accomplishments and recommendations from his music teachers. At Districts, Crane auditioned and qualified...
Western Pennsylvania population continues to trickle downward
Municipalities across Southwestern Pennsylvania continued to lose populations between 2020 and 2021, estimates show, a continuation of a decadeslong slide felt across the region. Those trends were largely visible in Allegheny County, where Pittsburgh saw one of the biggest population declines across the state between July 2020 and July 2021,...
In brief: Juneteenth Festival, Art Extravaganza and more around Sewickley
Juneteenth Art & Music Festival The Sewickley Community Center will host a Juneteenth Art & Music Festival on June 18 from noon-6 p.m. It is free and open to the public. There will be live music featuring The Flow Band, Ibeji Drum Ensemble and more, as well as children’s activities,...
Sewickley’s Joseph Maroon takes 2nd in triathlon at National Senior Games
Dr. Joseph Maroon doesn’t just walk the walk and talk the talk. The UMPC neurosurgeon, who recently celebrated his 82nd birthday, has been a triathlete for most of his life and a proponent of a healthy lifestyle. He’s a staunch advocate of the “sound body, sound mind” way of life...
Quaker Valley athletes shine at WPIAL team, individual track championships
Quaker Valley’s girls track and field team offered cogent proof as to why it was able to claim its first WPIAL title since 2007. The QV girls reeled in medals in 10 events at the WPIAL Class 2A individual championships May 18 at rain-soaked Slippery Rock University. “I am very...
Quaker Valley’s Nora Johns defends title in PIAA Class 2A 300 hurdles
SHIPPENSBURG — Quaker Valley’s Nora Johns shocked herself when she won the Class 2A 300-meter hurdles at last year’s PIAA track and field championships. Johns said she continued to shock herself by winning her second consecutive title Saturday at Shippensburg University’s Seth Grove Stadium. The junior edged Bedford sophomore Autumn...


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