Carnegie monarch mural
Carnegie Park has a new splash of creativity and color.
Artist Alison Zapata and Carlynton High School art teacher Marlynn Vayanos, along with high school students and community members, created the colorful, monarch mural at Carnegie Park’s Monarch Shelter.
The mural was inspired by Mayor Stacie Riley’s National Wildlife Federation Mayor’s Monarch Pledge.
This project was supported by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Carnegie Borough, the Carnegie Shade Tree Commission and the Carnegie Museum of Natural History.
Robinson reappointed to commissions
State Sen. Devlin Robinson, R-Bridgeville, was reappointed to the Advisory Council for the Southwestern Veterans’ Center and the Port of Pittsburgh Commission.
Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward, R-Hempfield, appointed Robinson to both boards.
Members on the Advisory Council for the Southwestern Veterans’ Center advise the adjutant general about the management, operation and adequacy of facilities and services.
“I am glad to continue the opportunity to support our veterans,” Robinson said. “Caring for Pennsylvania’s heroes is a duty I take very seriously, and I look forward to working with the Southwestern Veterans’ Center as they continue their noble work of giving them the care they deserve.”
The Port of Pittsburgh Commission aims to connect businesses with local, state and federal funding to further commercial use of the region’s waterways. The Port District covers 13 counties and more than 200 miles of commercially navigable waterways.
“I appreciate the reappointment to the Port of Pittsburgh Commission to help ensure Western Pennsylvania’s waterways are well equipped and well supported to keep our economy thriving,” Robinson said.
Both board appointments expire Nov. 30, 2026.
Chartiers Valley comings and goings
Chartiers Valley school board approved some personnel moves at its meeting Jan. 14.
The board accepted resignations from Lyuda Pavlyshyn, high and middle school campus security; and Angela Conigliaro, director of communications.
The board eliminated the director of communications and human resources director positions and created onbe position for director of human resources and communications. It hired Janelle Kopay to fill that role.
Other appointments include Linda Caryll, non-CDL driver; Ally Lounder, middle school paraprofessional; Alaina Pandl, second grade teacher; Marcia Zucconi, ESL long-term substitute; and Steve Spence, high school football coach.
Mariah Hirschfield was appointed as a playground aide at the Intermediate School; and Alissa Zagari-Pruss was hired as high school general worker.
Supplemental appointments include Maria Krzeczowski, class of 2028 sponsor; Marlene White, in-home instruction; Wayne Capers, assistant middle school girls basketball coach; Eric Kush Sr., middle school softball coach; William Whittington, assistant middle school wrestling coach; Frederick Junko, varsity wrestling volunteer coach and Bonnie Saffell, speech path mentor.
Cookie decorating class offered in Scott
A cookie decorating class will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 8 at Scott Township Park’s Community Room, 1 Park Drive.
Reserve your spot by emailing tcavey@scotttownship.com. The cost is $55 and is nonrefundable.
The class includes six cookies to decorate, four icing bags, step-by-step instructions throughout the class, to-go boxes to take the cookies home, door prizes, and light snacks and refreshments.
Used book, jewelry sale on tap
The Church of the Atonement in Carnegie will sponsor a used book and jewelry sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Feb.7 and 8.
If it is canceled because of bad weather, a make-up date is set for Feb. 9, from 1 to 3 p.m. Call Joyce at 412-276-0366 for make-up day information.
Donations will be accepted Feb. 2-4 by calling Joyce. The Church of the Atonement is at 618 Washington Ave.
New website feature for Scott landlords
Landlords and property managers in Scott Township that have annual tenant certifications or change in occupancy inspection fees to be paid can now go to the code enforcement page on the township’s website and use a new link to make payment online.
Go onto scott-twp.com, click on the Code Enforcement Page and click on the payment link. People can create an account or checkout as a guest to make payment.
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South Fayette Citizens Police Academy
The South Fayette Township Police Department is launching its first-ever Citizens Police Academy to be held at 7 p.m. Tuesdays from March 11 to April 29, in the municipal center.
The program will cover a different discipline or area of police operations each week.
Participants must be residents of South Fayette Township and 21 or older. The class size is limited to 25 people. Interested residents must complete an application on the township website, southfayettepa.com, and pass a background check.
Residents may apply for the academy until Feb. 10. Approved applicants will be notified by Feb. 14.
Enrollment is $25 per person and includes a T-shirt, refreshments and graduation certificate. A financial hardship waiver is available.
Participants must attend at least six of the eight classes to graduate.
Bridgeville historical society sets events
The Bridgeville Area Historical Society announced a pair of presention set for February.
• Pete DiNardo will present “The Underground Railroad” at 1:30 p.m. on Feb. 23.
• Todd DePastino will present “The Berlin Airlift at 7:30 p.m. March 25.
Kulik reappointed
State House Speaker Rep. Joanna McClinton reappointed Anita Kulik, D-Carnegie, as the majority chair of the House Game and Fisheries Committee.
The committee helps to manage and protect the state’s natural resources and considers legislation affecting fishing, hunting and conservation.
Bridgeville meetings
Bridgeville set its meeting schedule for 2025.
Borough council will continue to meet the second Monday of each month. The parking authority board will meet the third Monday of each month, and the planning commission will meet the fourth Monday of each month.
Those meetings begin at 7 p.m.
The zoning hearing board and civil service commission will meet as needed.
Parking board reappointments
Bridgeville Council reappointed Deb Colosimo and Nicole Steck to the parking authority board of directors for five-year terms that will expire in January 2030.
Shelter replacement project
Bridgeville’s engineer, John Heyl, will prepare construction plans and project specifications for the Chartiers Park shelter replacement project.
The borough was awarded a $102,900 grant from the state for the project. That will cover half of its cost, with the borough paying the remainder with money allocated in its 2025 budget.
Bridgeville snow angels
People interested in assisting Bridgeville residents during and after snowstorms can pitch in by being a “snow angel.”
The program is designed to minimize difficulties from snowstorms by matching volunteers with elderly or disabled residents to assist with snow removal.
Those interested can complete the “Bridgeville Snow Angel” form found on bridgevilleboro.com.
Carnegie baseball, softball, t-ball
Sign-ups for Carnegie Youth Athletic Association’s baseball, softball and t-ball leagues are currently underway until Feb. 28.
To sign up, go to playcarnegie.com. Those with questions should contact cyaaboard@yahoo.com.
Practices begin around April 1, with games beginning in mid-April.
The Four Chaplains Ceremony
“The Four Chaplains Ceremony,” sponsored by the American Legion Post 82, will be held at 4 p.m. on Feb. 2 at the Greentree Fire Hall.
The Four Chaplains were four World War II chaplains who died rescuing others when the American troop ship SS Dorchester sank on Feb. 3, 1943. The chaplains helped the other soldiers board lifeboats and gave up their own life jackets when supplies ran out. Chaplains joined arms, said prayers and sang hymns as they went down with the ship.
Call 412-278-0716 to RSVP.
Years to the Day
A show centering on friendship will be held at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6 at the Carnegie Stage, 25 W. Main St.
The story focuses on two old friends, Dan and Jeff, who meetup for coffee. It’s been eight years to the day since their last in-person meeting, and what unfolds is an 80-minute single conversation between them. They discuss friendship, family, marriage, health, kids and politics to make them question the nature of friendship, and whether the bond they made in the first week of college can withstand the increasing stress of different opinions.
For more information or tickets, visit carnegiestage.com.
Collier manager coffees
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Collier is inviting people to have coffee with the township manager on four days this year.
Starting at 9:30 a.m., the township will host “Manager Coffees” on Feb. 18, May 21, Aug. 19 and Nov. 18. at the Community Center, 5 Lobaugh St.
Collier ice cream social
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an ice cream social at the Collier Community Center.
The event is held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 2 at the center, 5 Lobaugh St.
Register by Jan. 31. Sign up by calling 724-693-0780. The cost is $5 for members or $8 for non-members. There is no charge for children 3 and younger.
CV board meetings
Chartiers Valley set dates for its 2025 board meetings.
They remaining meetings are: Jan. 28, Feb. 11 and 25, March 11 and 25, April 8 and 22, May 13 and 27, June 10 and 24, July 8 and 22, Aug. 12 and 26, Sept. 9 and 23, Oct. 14 and 28 and Nov. 11 and 25. The reorganization meeting is scheduled Dec. 2. A regular board meeting, if needed, is scheduled Dec. 16.
Meetings start at 6:30 p.m. at the Intermediate School auditorium, 2030 Swallow Hill Road, Scott.
Carlynton superintendent forums
Carlynton Superintendent John Kreider is hosting a series of parent and community forums this school year.
The remaining forums are scheduled for 6 p.m. Jan. 29 at Carnegie Elementary; 9 a.m. Feb. 3 Jr.-Sr. high school’s Cougar Collaboration Center; 6 p.m. March 3 at Crafton Elementary; and 6 p.m. April 24 at Carnegie Elementary.
Register online at the district’s website.