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[Highland Park] New Year's in Paris
by Lori Rongier 16 Dec '09

16 Dec '09

Begin forwarded message: > From: Lori Rongier <lorifred9(a)aol.com> > Date: December 16, 2009 8:39:52 AM EST > To: Fred Rongier <fred.rongier(a)pandwforeigncars.com> > Subject: New Year's in Paris > > Greetings to all of our Highland Park neighbors, > > If you'd like to ring in the New Year in Paris, then please > consider joining us for a very special dinner event at Paris 66 on > Thursday December 31st beginning at 7:30pm. Please see the > attachment for all the details. > To make a reservation, please contact Frederic directly at > 412.292.2496. > > Merci et Bonne Annee! > > Lori and Frederic Rongier, proprietors > Paris 66 > >

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[Highland Park] Found trashcan
by Alaina Newell 16 Dec '09

16 Dec '09

Hello- Sorry for the delay but we have a green round trash can in our first yard that blew in with the wind last week. We live on the corner of Mellon St. and Callowhill St. If you are missing yours, feel free to come grap it! ~Alaina -- Alaina (Muldrow) Newell 1407 Mellon St. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 alaina.newell(a)gmail.com

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[Highland Park] City of Pittsburgh Planning Survey
by Jeremy Black 16 Dec '09

16 Dec '09

The City of Pittsburgh is conducting a survey to help determine how to allocate federal money in community development. Make your voice heard by filling out the survey (attached) and either emailing it (you should be able to fill it in directly), snail mail, or faxing: sue.scheuring(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us Susan Scheuring Program Supervisor for Community Development City Planning Department, City of Pittsburgh 200 Ross Street - 2nd Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Phone: (412) 255-2667 Fax: (412) 393-0151 More info at: http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/cp/html/community_development.html Surveys are due by FRIDAY, December 18th. Sorry for the late notice, but I only happened across it today when reading a post at bike-pgh.org. I have no idea what amount of funds are at stake, but every bit helps! Cheers, -Jeremy Black Heberton St. City of Pittsburgh Planning Survey The City of Pittsburgh is in the process of preparing its Five Year Consolidated Plan and One Year Annual Action Plan. These plans will guide how the City allocates Federal funding across our communities. Federal funds to be allocated include programs such as Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership (HOME), Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG), and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA). As part of the planning process, the City of Pittsburgh is sending out this questionnaire to obtain input from citizens on the needs of the City and to compile ideas that the residents would like to see funded under the CDBG, HOME, ESG, HOPWA Programs. Your answers to this survey will help us to understand what City of Pittsburgh Citizens value and want for the future of their communities. Please take the time to fill out this confidential survey and mail it to Susan Scheuring, Program Supervisor for Community Development:

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[Highland Park] break in on Jackson
by Sherry Goldman 16 Dec '09

16 Dec '09

We live on Jackson near Heberton and we were robbed today while we were away. They got our laptop, our speaker and our iPOD, all three things we use for our volunteer musical group. The iPOD was not even paid off yet. They broke the basement door to get in. The lack of conscience that allows people to do things like that does not compute for me!

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[Highland Park] Lessons and Carols
by Bruce Robison 15 Dec '09

15 Dec '09

A Highlight of the Season! Sunday, December 20, 3 p.m. St. Andrew's Church, 5801 Hampton Street, Highland Park The Choir of St. Andrew's Church and Readers from the congregation, diocese, and community lead the traditional Service of Lessons and Carols, with choral music and the great Biblical lessons of Advent and Christmastide. A festive reception follows. All welcome! http://www.standrewspgh.org http://revbmrobison.blogspot.com/

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[Highland Park] Beautiful, amazingly trained female German Shepherd Dog for adoption
by Ellen Botkin 15 Dec '09

15 Dec '09

Hi Neighbors! My trainer in Ohio is re-homing my GSD’s mother. This dog is absolutely phenomenal- if I didn’t have two in my house I would take her in a heartbeat. This dog is amazing, sweet, and my precious Leia’s mother so I’m very invested in helping her find the best home possible. If you are interested in learning more about Kessel, please e-mail me ( ebotkin(a)gmail.com) or call me (740-590-4448). Thanks! Ellen Amazing German Shepherd girl available to a special home. Does it all -- ball crazy, jogs, Frisbee, loves to swim, rides in the car, crate trained, obedience trained. Eight years old, still has the energy and looks of a 5-year-old! Titled in AKC and UKC obedience, terrific watchdog, loves to play fetch and sleep on the couch. Spayed, microchipped, up-to-date on shots and HW negative. Placing her because she does not get along with two of five other dogs in our household. Would prefer a home where she can be the only dog, but will consider a home with a submissive, younger male. Indoor home only. Was not raised with children, so no kids under 12. Reasonable adoption fee; an adoption contract and home visit are REQUIRED -- no exceptions! To apply to adopt, fill out the application online at http://bestpetsdogtraining.com/machform/view.php?id=11. [image: image 1510239705-0] [image: image 1510239705-1] [image: image 1510239705-2] [image: image 1510239705-3] *Ellen Botkin* EETT Grant Program Manager Office of Instructional Technology Pittsburgh Public Schools Phone (412) 390-2766 Fax (412) 665-2235 ebotkin1(a)pghboe.net

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[Highland Park] Bruegger's Bottomless cup card
by Martha Riecks 15 Dec '09

15 Dec '09

I found a 2010 Bruegger's bottomless cup card this morning at one of the shopping centers near HP - no luck finding the owner there. If this might be yours, email me! Mriecks(a)gmail.com On Dec 14, 2009, at 8:13 PM, neighborhood-request(a)highlandparkpa.com wrote: > Send Neighborhood mailing list submissions to > neighborhood(a)highlandparkpa.com > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://lists.highlandparkpa.com/mailman/listinfo/neighborhood > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > neighborhood-request(a)highlandparkpa.com > > You can reach the person managing the list at > neighborhood-owner(a)highlandparkpa.com > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of Neighborhood digest..." > Today's Topics: > > 1. Baby Items for Sale (smaller size picture.....Better?) > (KATHLEEN NAYLON-SCHULTZ) > <mime-attachment> > -- > &lt;http://lists.highlandparkpa.com/mailman/listinfo/neighborhood&gt > ;

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[Highland Park] Theo Towns - Licensed Electrician
by Kathy Mayle 14 Dec '09

14 Dec '09

Dear All: Here is the contact information on Dr. Theo Towns. He has been a proud Highland Park resident/owner since the 80s: Dr. Theodore G. "Theo" Towns *Eclectic Electrons:* Electrical Service Upgrades; Chemistry & Physics Educational Services; Licensed & Insured Electrician; Registered, PA Attorney General’s Office, HIC (Home Improvement Contractor) # PA052242; www.TheoTownsElectricalServices.com<http://www.theotownselectricalservices.com/> Telephone/VMX: 412-260-6053 FAX: 412-437-0048 On Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 8:49 PM, Lydia Blank <lyd3354(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > Hi everyone. For those that are curious, here is the list of electricians > that were recommended to me and the number of times each were mentioned! If > there isn't a number, it was only recommended once. This list proves once > again how awesome this neighborhood is! > > Thanks! > Lydia > > Lawrence 'Butch' Nauman > BN Electric > (412) 884-1951 > > David Dolan - 10 > (412) 361-5351 > > Bob Boden - 3 > Boden Electric > h- 412-781-8899 > c- 412-874-8709 > > Jeff Kalas - 2 > JK Electric > 412-821-7484 > kalas1145(a)comcast.net > > Theo Towns -2 > 412-260-6053 > 412-437-0048 > > Mike Banfield -2 > Copper Dog Electric, LLC > (412)657-2997 > > John 412 609 3005 > > jon nelson 412 247 4106 > > John Kelly 412-320-0371 > > Frank Spena 412-551-8863 > > Jerry Stalinsky > 412-521-9108 > > Janise Rensi, JKR Services > 412 400 6805 or > by e-mail jkrservices 1(a)verizon.net<http://us.mc589.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=1@verizon.net> > > OCEAN BREEZE Home Improvements > 412-805-5602 > > David Craddock of Craddock Electric > 412-327-6169 > > Mark Mendelson > 412-521-7652 > > Maureen Gallagher > (412) 366-9051. > > Power Pros/Devid Wessel > 724-274-0510 > > Bob Pickur > 412-805-8276 > > John Kramer > 412-478-8539 > > Grejda Electric > 412-486-7112 > > Chris Braun > nozmo50(a)yahoo.com > > On Wed, Dec 9, 2009 at 5:27 PM, Lydia Blank <lyd3354(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > >> I'm almost certain a list of reputable/recommended electricians has >> been sent around before... but I have no idea where it is. Does anyone >> have one you could recommend? >> >> Thanks! >> Lydia Blank >> >> >> >> -- >> <http://lists.highlandparkpa.com/mailman/listinfo/neighborhood> >> > > > > > -- > <http://lists.highlandparkpa.com/mailman/listinfo/neighborhood> > -- Kathy Mayle, RN, MNEd, MBA Duquesne University School of Nursing Director, Center for Health Care Diversity Nursing Instructor 600 Forbes Avenue, 537 Fisher Hall Pittsburgh, PA 15282 P: 412-396-5204 Fax: 412-396-6346 www.nursing.duq.edu

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[Highland Park] Good news from PWSA!
by Keebler, Emily 14 Dec '09

14 Dec '09

Dear Friends of District 7, Many of you have either replaced sewer lines yourself or know neighbors that have. This is an extremely expensive repair that can create tremendous hardship for homeowners. Well, Councilman Dowd, a Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority Board member, is excited to announce good news for PWSA customers. Beginning January 1st, all PWSA ratepayers will receive COMPLETE coverage on their water service line and sewer lateral lines. Beginning in 2010, for about $5 a month, PWSA customers will be completely insured in the event of a water or sewer lateral line failure or collapse. More details below and coming soon from PWSA. Sincerely, Emily Emily Keebler * Office of Patrick Dowd * Pittsburgh City Council District 7 emily.keebler(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us <mailto:emily.keebler@city.pittsburgh.pa.us> * 412-255-2140 Press Release DATE: December 11, 2009 CONTACT: Elaine Zelmanov, 412-255-2140; elaine.zelmanov(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us PWSA Will Provide Complete Water & Sewer Line Insurance for Customers Pittsburgh, PA-Councilman Patrick Dowd, a Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority Board member, announced today that the PWSA Board has voted to provide all PWSA customers with complete water and sewer line insurance coverage at a nominal cost. "I have heard from many constituents who simply can't afford the extremely high cost of sewer line repairs. This innovative new program will protect them from financial crisis and protect our city's fragile water and sewer infrastructure by ensuring repairs are made quickly," Dowd said. "Today I am proud to be a PWSA Board member. This program will save water and sewer ratepayers thousands of dollars in repairs." The insurance program will require customers to opt-out if they prefer not to participate. The cost will be approximately five dollars per month for complete water service line and sewer lateral coverage. "PWSA Director Kenney deserves the highest praise for making this program a reality. I can't give him enough credit for taking initiative on behalf of ratepayers," Dowd added. Coverage takes effect January 1, 2010. --- ELAINE ZELMANOV | Chief of Staff Office of Councilman Patrick Dowd | Pittsburgh City Council District 7 City-County Building, Rm. 510 | 414 Grant Street | Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Tel 412.255.2140 | Fax 412.255.2419 elaine.zelmanov(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us <mailto:elaine.zelmanov@city.pittsburgh.pa.us> District 7 Schedule of Events Google Calendar <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7/> | 2008 Annual Report <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7/assets/2008-Newsletter.pdf> [pdf]

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[Highland Park] Tuesday Evening: Carols in the Church Yard
by Bruce Robison 14 Dec '09

14 Dec '09

@ St. Andrew's, 5801 Hampton Street, Highland Park, Tuesday evening, December 15, 7 p.m. Carols in the Churchyard Half an hour (more or less, depending on the weather . . .) of song "around the bonfire" in the St. Andrew's Church Yard, then inside for cookies and cocoa. Whatever the weather. Bring a flashlight and dress warm! BruceR http://www.standrewspgh.org http://revbmrobison.blogspot.com/

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