In brief: Construction project, free shred day and more in North Allegheny communities

Tribune-Review | Monday, September 25, 2023 7:01 a.m.

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McCandless construction

Work is underway on the Blazier Drive culvert. The project entails new concrete lining and rehabilitation of the three culverts that run under the road. This work will be done completely under the road and will not disturb the actual road surface itself. Blazier Drive will remain open throughout the work, however there will be periodic delays when materials are being delivered to the site or debris is being removed. Contractors will work from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. most days. Construction is expected to last 120 days.

McCandless dumpsters removed

Due to ongoing issues, the cardboard recycling dumpsters behind Town Hall have been removed temporarily to consider future options. Some of the issues surrounding the dumpsters include people overfilling the dumpsters, leaving cardboard around the dumpsters (which requires a considerable amount of time to clean up for Department of Public Works employees), and not breaking down the cardboard boxes (leading to the dumpsters to become prematurely filled).

Residents who need to dispose of more cardboard than will fit in a home recycling cart can order an additional recycling cart by contacting Waste Management at 1-800-866-4460 (for further assistance, contact Town Hall at 412-364-0616).

Free shred day

First Choice Advisors and Equitable Advisors are hosting a free shred day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 14 at 11269 Perry Hwy. in Wexford. Items that can be shredded include tax returns, investment records, bank statements, canceled checks, pay stubs, credit card statements, personal documents, photos and more.

Hampton Presbyterian Church

Hampton Presbyterian Church will host its first autumn Car Cruise from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 30. Family-friendly fun will include vintage vehicles on display, a concession stand and music by DJ Denny Dutko. All makes and models of vehicles are welcome. Volunteers will be grilling dogs and burgers; cold pop and water will be available. Feel free to bring your own tables, chairs and EZ-ups.

Also on Sept. 30, from noon to 3 p.m., Jeremy Casella will present a workshop. Please RSVP online or email stephanie@hamptonpresbyterian.net. The cost is $35 at the door, which includes lunch, drinks and printed material. Please note your dietary restrictions with your RSVP. A concert by Casella begins at 7 p.m. A freewill offering will be taken. On Oct. 1, Casella will assist in leading worship for the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. services

The church is located at 2942 East Hardies Road in Gibsonia. For more information, email at stephanie@hamptonpresbyterian.net, call the church office at 724-443-3201 or visit hamptonpresbyterian.net.

AARP

AARP #2991 meets at noon on the third Thursday of each month at Northmont Presbyterian Church, 8169 Perry Highway in McCandless. Join us for dessert, bingo, entertainment, socialization and much more. Dues are $10 a year. Every visitor will receive a raffle ticket (join and get two tickets). The drawing will be done in October..

St. Luke the Evangelist

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, at Saints John and Paul Church campus, will have its annual Celebration of Individuals with Special Needs at the 5 p.m. mass on Oct. 28, and the 7:30, 9, and 11 a.m. masses on Oct. 29. The church is located at 2586 Wexford Bayne Road in Franklin Park. Brother Andre’s (mobile) Café will serve coffee and desserts after the 9 and 11 a.m. masses on Sunday in the Cardinal DiNardo Center. There will also be a pancake breakfast provided by the Men’s Club after the 7:30 and 9 a.m. masses. Those with special needs, along with their families, are invited to be part of the mass and contribute by being greeters, ushers, lectors or gift bearers. The Special Needs Awareness Ministry at St. Luke’s recognizes the dignity and gifts of every person. To participate, email specialneeds@saintluke.net.

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