North Allegheny category, Page 24
Top-seeded Plum boys soccer team headed to 1st WPIAL final in 19 years
For years, Plum boys soccer coach Raf Kolankowski has talked about how the soccer gods haven’t shined on his group in the postseason. Well, on Tuesday, the Mustangs went to an “Alter,” and their prayers were answered. Christian Alter scored three minutes into the second half for what proved to...
History, community combine at Bradford Woods coffee shop
Imagine “The Sound of Music” with Julie Andrews’ voice supplanted by kazoos. Sure, cacophony may come to mind. But for the folks who raggedly buzzed the melody of “Do Re Mi” during Open Mic Night, the operative word was fun. And that’s what Christi Wilcox wants people to have when...
North suburban real estate transactions, week of Oct. 31, 2024
Bellevue James Peter Alpern sold property at 541 Forest Ave. to Thomas and Stephanie Trounce for $322,007. Etna Casey Silverman sold property at 320 Poplar St. to 320 Poplar LLC for $1 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $469,000). Franklin Park Maronda Homes LLC sold property at 1316...
North Allegheny girls volleyball enters postseason more battle-tested than usual
The seven-time PIAA Class 4A champion North Allegheny girls volleyball team actually had to break a sweat this regular season. The Tigers may be less powerful than usual or, if history is an indication, more prepared for adversity than ever. “We haven’t been a dominant team in every match,” coach...
Youthful North Allegheny girls tennis team grows stronger after section title, playoff ouster
The North Allegheny girls tennis team entered this season with little experience, a lot of questions marks and no place to call home. “Going into camp in August,” coach Michelle Weniger said, “we were very aware that we were going to be a young, inexperienced team.” The Tigers overcame their...
Allegheny County Executive lauds poll workers in advance of election
More than 6,900 poll workers will be spread out over the 900 polling locations in Allegheny County for the general election on Nov. 5 Twenty-plus of the polling locations are in communities that make up North Allegheny School District. The Allegheny County Board of Elections gave an update on Oct....
North Allegheny enrollment has slight increase
Student enrollment in North Allegheny School District continues to slowly climb back up to pre-pandemic levels, now sitting at 8,555 as of an Oct. 1 count. That is the highest it’s been since 2019-20, when it was at 8,559, dropping to its lowest at 8,418 in 2022-23, according to an...
Franklin Park residents support Millvale food pantry
A well-meaning Eagle Scout project in Millvale has turned into a lifeline for people affected by food insecurity and other basic means, no questions asked. The Millvale Free Fridge and Pantry box is a community resource available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, every day of the year,...
In brief: North Allegheny area events, week of Oct. 21, 2024
Halloween in Bradford Woods Bradford Woods Volunteer Fire Company will host a Halloween event on Oct. 25. Wear your favorite costume and meet for trunk-or-treat at 6:15 p.m. at Bradford Woods Community Church, 4836 Wexford Run Road. A parade begins at 6:30, ending at the Fire Hall for snacks, music...
Trib HSSN football player of the week for Oct. 20, 2024Video
Trib HSSN football player of the week – Brady Brinkley School – North Allegheny Class – Sophomore Height/weight – 6-foot-3, 175 pounds Position – Quarterback, free safety What coach says – “He showed a great deal of growth and maturity for a sophomore,” North Allegheny coach Art Walker said about...
North suburban real estate transactions, week of Oct. 20, 2024
Bellevue Arkham Real Estate LLC sold property at 31 S Euclid Ave. to Kimberly Obrien for $252,250. Megan Bauer Christ sold property at 538 Teece Ave. to Andrew and Jasmine Churchill for $353,000. Franklin Park Maronda Homes LLC sold property at 1323 Adrian Drive to Mohit Karir and Anupriya Gala...
North Allegheny hockey leans on defense while new forwards find footing
Scoring goals was never a problem for the North Allegheny hockey team last season. The goal this season will be preventing them. “We bring back five of the top six (on defense),” coach Andrew Siess said. “So that’s really a point of emphasis for us. We know we’re very strong...
North Allegheny’s Kucler twins branch out with college choices
North Allegheny star distance runners Robin and Wren Kucler took official visits to the same schools, but the identical twins ended up on different paths. Robin has committed to run at Wake Forest, while Wren picked Penn State. “I think those are two perfect choices for them,” NA cross country...
North Allegheny middle schoolers present ‘Into the Woods Jr.’
Beanstalk Jack, Cinderella, and Little Red Riding Hood, not to mention a vengeful witch, will be converging on the stage in this year’s middle school fall musical of “Into the Woods Jr.,” to be held at North Allegheny Senior High School. Performances are at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 and 16...
Program based in North Hills helps students on career paths
Students attending the new CDG Leadership Academy, a six-week, diverse interactive venture beginning Nov. 4, may find help in figuring out what to do after graduation. At least that’s the goal of Dave Gray, founder and owner of CDG Sports, a youth sports and recreation company, and program partner Wendy...
North Allegheny senior earns all-state award in speech and debate
Tina Wisniewski, a 12th grader at North Allegheny Senior High School and recipient of an all-state award for speech and debate, doesn’t let obstacles get in her way. Despite a genetic disease she’s been battling since birth, Wisniewski has received multiple recognitions in forensics, including being one of only two...
In brief: North Allegheny area happenings, week of Oct. 14, 2024
Club’s program addresses North Park Longvue Acres Garden Club welcomes Deaglan McManus, an Allegheny County Parks ranger, to present the program at the group’s Oct. 22 meeting. McManus will speak about “A New Deal for North Park: How the Great Depression and the New Deal Created the North Park We...
North suburban real estate transactions, week of Oct. 13, 2024
Bellevue Jennifer Lazar sold property at 135 Washington Ave. to Larissa Elizabeth Holley for $195,000. Etna Estate of Catherine Kelly sold property at 70 Cherry St. to Tri COG Land Bank for $61,724 (state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $185,200). Alpha Rental Enterprises LLC sold property at 25...
Behind stingy defense, North Allegheny girls eye return to WPIAL finals
North Allegheny’s 0-0 double-overtime tie at top-ranked Seneca Valley on Oct. 7 was emblematic of the Tigers’ season. The defense was again outstanding, while the attack remains a work in progress. “We feel very good about the style of soccer that we play, and we can compete with the other...
New coach Gabby Baldasare excited to fill big shoes with North Allegheny girls basketball
Gabby Baldasare found herself in coaching limbo this spring when she resigned after two seasons with Pine-Richland girls basketball. But one phone call from Spencer Stefko changed all that. Stefko, the highly successful North Allegheny coach who stepped down unexpectedly after the 2023-24 season, recommended Baldasare pursue the job opening...
Library adjusts for ‘New Northland’ construction in McCandless
The “New Northland” renovation project is in progress. Lots is happening, and Northland Public Library looks different already with temporary walls blocking off the entire lower-level lobby and as parts of the upper level. Major adjustments during construction are: • For the duration of the project, the lower-level main entrance...
Murder mystery set for North Allegheny Intermediate
“Murder Can Be Habit-Forming” is the fall play to be performed at the North Allegheny Intermediate High School auditorium on Cumberland Road. Performances are scheduled for 7 p.m. Oct. 24 and at 2 and 7 p.m. Oct. 26. A Senior Citizen’s/GOLD Card performance is at 3:30 p.m. Oct. 23. The...
Operating expenses prompt West View Water Authority rate increase
An upcoming 4.1% rate increase for West View Water Authority customers can be attributed to higher operating expenses. The rate, approved by the authority board of directors, is set to rise Jan. 1. The last rate increase was in September 2018. Shambaugh Utility Consulting LLC, the authority’s rate consultant, recently...
North Allegheny prepares for ‘Phantom of the Opera’
“The Phantom of the Opera” is such a renowned play that Bob Tozier, chair of the North Allegheny music department, knows audiences are likely to have high expectations. “It’s an iconic musical. There are things people expect to see and hear and experience, so we have to make sure they...
Franklin Park recognizes remarkable trees
Trees are a testament to time, some surviving since the American Revolution or when George Washington was just a boy. It’s quite remarkable. That being said, a new effort in Franklin Park is officially recognizing these arboreal ancestors as such. The Remarkable Tree Program was created by the borough’s Environmental...
