Articles from the February 28, 2012 edition
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By Al Lowe 
Front Page 
February 28, 2012 Library officials want something spectacular here
Mary Frances Cooper, director, Carnegie Library, wants "something spectacular and eye catching" when plans are finalized to build a new building which will merge the Carrick and Knoxville branches. The reason for the merger and a new building...
News February 28, 2012 Area students earn honors at SRU
Two South Pittsburgh students have earned Dean's List honors at Slippery Rock University. Earning the academic honors were Franklin Trabucco and Robert Solano Martinez....
News February 28, 2012 Mt. Washington library has March programs of all kinds
The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Mount Washington has a variety of events on tap for March. On Thursday, March 1, from 6-8 p.m. there will be a Friends of the Library Community Meeting. All are welcome to come and meet the library's new director...
News February 28, 2012 Pittsburgh's Finest Divas to perform at St. Paul AME Church in Knoxville
St. Paul AME Church will present Pittsburgh's Finest Divas: Flora (Flo) Wilson, Beverly Bowie Taylor and Denise Sheffey Powell for a weekend of music. Under the musical direction of Leonard Johnson, there will be dinner at 5 p.m. and shows at 7 p.m....
News February 28, 2012 County announces efforts to assist property owners with assessments
County Executive Rich Fitzgerald has announced further efforts to assist property owners with the 2013 court-ordered reassessment. These initiatives include website improvements, data correction by phone, remote locations for informal reviews, and...
Government February 28, 2012 Housing Court hearings
The following Housing Court cases are scheduled for Thursday, March 1, at 10:00 a.m. in Magisterial District Judge Eugene Ricciardi's Courtroom: • Luke Andreen and Michael Wright, 2405 Sarah Street, 16th Ward, Continued Code 922.02A. • Judith...
Government February 28, 2012 Historic review hearings
The Historic Review Commission of Pittsburgh has scheduled the following hearings in the East Carson Street Historic District for 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 7, following Internal Business beginning at 12:30 p.m. 1401 East Carson Street, Jay Vetere,...
Public Safety February 28, 2012 Police arrest three youth from So. Pgh. for vandalism
Charges have been filed against three South Pittsburgh juveniles for damaging and stealing mirrors from 19 vehicles in Brookline and Overbrook. The juveniles, 15 and 17 year old boys from Carrick and a16 year old boy from South Side, were charged...
Meetings February 28, 2012 City Planning wants input on long-term transportation
Pittsburgh City Planning is holding a series of MOVEPGH meetings to discuss visions and goals for the city's long-range transportation needs. The first meetings will take place on Thursday, March 8 from noon to 2 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Consol...
News February 28, 2012 Free home buying workshop in Knoxville
The Hilltop Alliance, in partnership with Dollar Bank, is sponsoring a free Home Buying Workshop. The workshop is open to all Hilltop residents—and those interested in living in the Hilltop. The Home Buying Workshop will be held on Monday, April...
News February 28, 2012 Bully prevention workshop on Hilltop
The South Pittsburgh Coalition for Peace, Adair & Associates and University of Pittsburgh's School of Social Work will sponsor a free training on the "Identification and Prevention of Bullying" presented by Dr. Sam Lonich on Friday, March 9, from...
News February 28, 2012 Flea Market, plant sale in Allentown
Santa Maria Magdalena Church will be sponsoring a flea market, bake and plant sale March 2-3 from 10-5 p.m. at 748 East Warrington Ave in the storefront next to Ott Realty. The market is to help raise funds for their new mission outreach program...
By Margaret Smyka Front Page February 28, 2012 
Borough council now operating under a new ‘code of conduct'
Mount Oliver council President Billie Michener began the Feb. 20 monthly meeting by announcing a "code of conduct" for borough councilmembers and employees based on Robert's Rules of Order. "We will...
Kids February 28, 2012 Brain Awareness Poster Contest for kids
The Pilot Club of Pittsburgh's Annual Brain Safety Poster Contest promoting Brain Awareness Week (March 11 – 17) will run through March 31. The theme of the contest is "Play Safe and Play Smart." The contest is open to children age 12 and under....
Real Estate February 28, 2012 Real Estate transactions for issue of 02-28-12
16th Ward Ruth Butler estate et al. to Federal National Mortgage Assn. at 800 Fisher St. for $3,377 by sheriff's deed. Deborah Uram et al. to RE 360 SS Partn. 11 L.P. at 2504 Leticoe St. for $30,000. Luigi Bruni to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp....
Government February 28, 2012 Upcoming Pittsburgh Zoning Board Hearings
Pittsburgh's Zoning Board of Adjustment has scheduled the following public hearings of interest to South Pittsburgh residents in the first floor hearing room of the John P. Robin Civic Building, 200 Ross Street, Downtown. Zone case 35/12 on...
By Al Lowe News February 28, 2012 Darts a ton of fun on Mt. Washington for more than 45 years
Frank Rizzo studied the board and got ready to throw his dart. His friend Bob Johnston of Mount Washington heckled him from the sidelines. "What is the matter? Isn't your bionic arm working today?" Mr. Johnston asked. This was a typical weekly game s...