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Max Novak relates to Tom Brady, but not because the Bethel Park quarterback compares himself to the NFL’s greatest signal caller. “Definitely, his story’s stuck with me,” said Novak. “When (Brady) wasn’t the best and nobody wanted him, picked him last, I feel like he overcame a lot and I feel like I had to […]
Peters Township placed four golfers in the Top Six and coasted to victory in the Tri-County Athletic Director’s Association (TRICADA) Championships played Aug. 14 at the Nemacolin Country Club. The Indians followed up that showing by taking the title at the Jerry Roman Memorial Chairman’s Cup played Aug. 17 at Cedarbrook Golf Course. Caden Benson […]
LEBO REC Registration is being accepted at mt.lebanon.org for Mt. Lebanon recreation programs. Offered are: Karate on Mondays and Wednesdays for ages 7 to adult, beginners through all belts, beginning Aug. 24 Sporties for Shorties for ages 3 to 6 beginning Aug. 31 with morning and afternoon sessions available. The program helps children develop strength, […]
South Hills had high expectations for its second straight appearance in the Pony World Series but the East Zone champion saw an early exit from the tournament. The team of 13- and 14-year-old all-stars from Peters Township and surrounding communities, however, went two-and-out in the event played Aug. 7-12 at the Historic Lew Hays Field […]
Rob Heuler of Bethel Park experienced an odd feeling when he recently attended a captain’s practice in his new capacity as Peters Township High School varsity girls soccer coach. “I walked into the stadium with different eyes,” he said. “I felt only open arms. It was awesome and welcoming.” For the better part of his […]
Matt Humbert has been hired as the new athletic director at Bethel Park High School. He replaces Laura Grimm, who left Bethel Park in June to become the athletic director at Winchester Thurston School. Humbert comes to Bethel Park via Belle Vernon. He spent 11 years in a similar position at Belle Vernon Area School […]
Long before the trailers of livestock roll onto the fair- grounds, before the scent of funnel cakes and corndogs lace the air, a team of organizers and volunteers have been working for months on making this year’s fair the event of the summer. And once the last visitor has passed through the gates and the […]
Jim Gastgeb’s fascination with the automobile began as a youth when he accompanied his father on trips to the local dealership to buy a new car for the family. “Back then it was either a four-door Chevy Impala or a station wagon,” said Gastgeb, of Bethel Park. “I would always be glancing over at the […]
Bethel Park has gone to the dogs. And drones, too. In an effort to take a bite out of crime, the municipality showcased both during National Night Out held Aug. 4 at its new digs, the Park Avenue playground and parking lot. The vicinity adjacent to the Bethel Park Community Center is a venue change […]
For Emma Cline, creativity, collaboration and a healthy dose of fun are the keys to sweet success. Leading the tight-kit Fukui Architects team that designed the new Sarris Candies factory store in Canonsburg was a “fun, full-circle moment” for the Bethel Park native, one she will savor for the rest of her career. “It was […]