March 2009 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

[Highland Park] Coupons Needed
by Kathy Cuda 27 Mar '09

27 Mar '09

Please post the following ad - thank you. _______________________________________ If anyone has coupons for golf at 7 Springs that are in the Entertainment and Enjoy Books and have no use for them, would appreciate having them. They can be mailed to me at the following address - however, if you prefer a stamped addressed stamped envelope, just let me know and one will be sent to you. Thank you!! Kathleen Cuda c/o Portnoy & Quinn, LLC One Oxford Centre, 36th Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15219

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[Highland Park] Break-in
by Stacie Chandler 27 Mar '09

27 Mar '09

My neighbor's house (on Jackson between Negley and Highland) was robbed sometime between 8 and 11 p.m. on Wednesday night. She was out and the thief(s) cut the screen and opened a rear first-floor window to gain access. They took computer and game equipment, as well as carefully chosen pieces of jewelry and a gun (properly registered, she says). Neighbors on both sides of the house, as well as in the other half of the duplex were home at the time and heard nothing. It was reported to the police, but I thought everyone should be aware.

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[Highland Park] Highland Park Survey
by Colleen Young 26 Mar '09

26 Mar '09

Hello Neighbors, I am a Highland Park resident and a Masters student at Pitt's School of Social Work. One of my classes is centered around urban planning and we are doing a project on the public parks in Pittsburgh, which will be shared with the Pittsburgh Parks Authority. My group is putting together a plan on Highland Park. We want to get a feel from the community on what you like about the park and any ways you think it could be improved. You may see me or my group mates Amy and Shayla in the park taking pictures and asking questions. If you do, please feel free to share your ideas, as we really want recommendations to come from those that use the park. I have also attached a short survey, which will take about 15 minutes to complete. This survey is meant as a format for you to share your thoughts about Highland Park. Please answer any questions you wish, and return it to me before April 6. Surveys can be sent to colleenpyoung(a)yahoo.com Once the project is complete, I will be happy to post the results on the list-serve. Thank you, Colleen Young 800 block Mellon St.

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[Highland Park] Classifieds
by Tamara Hayes 26 Mar '09

26 Mar '09

Hello Fellow Neighbors, If you are interested in anything, please do not hesitate to phone (412.719.1145). Everything listed is in Great Condition. *Here is a short list of some of the items…* *Aquarium Stuff:* 25W & 150W - Aquarium Visi-Therm Deluxe Submersible Heater MarineLand Aquarium Penguin Power Filter 200 Aquarium Whisper power filter 2 Aquarium Systems Minijet 404 PowerHead Metal Scroll Stand fits 30 gallon tank* 36x12 All-Glass Aquarium 30gal Wood Trim LIGHT 36" TWIN TUBE FLUOR AG OAK Aquarium – Eclipse System 6-Gallon Aquarium *Electronics:* Pioneer PureVision PDP-4350HD Plasma TV Euro-Pro Convection Toaster Oven - Stainless Steel (TO289) Krups Waffle Maker Type 653 Hamilton Beach Crockpot – Chrome George Foreman – Large Brookstone Massaging Foot Bath & Spa Honeywell HV141 14 Commercial Grade Floor Fan GoldStar R5050 Air Conditioner Humidifier Alarm Clocks Extension Cords Steam Iron Vacuum *Furniture:* Antique Stereo – General Electric Chair & Footstool Book Shelves – Light Wood (2) T.V. Stand – Light Wood Book Shelf – Dark Wood Rugs (ranging in sizes 9x12 / 8x10/ 6x8 /5.5x7.5 / Runner) Sofa Table - Solid wood w/ Glass top Lamps – Table and Standing Coffee Table – Dark Wood Coffee Table – Light Wood Office Table & Chair Coat Stands – Metal and Wood Mirror – Large Trash Cans - Metal Ikea Shelf w/Plastic Containers - Perfect for child's bed/play room *Kids Stuff:* Crib w/Mattress - Light Wood Baby Bjorn Carrier (Blue Denim) Nilo Train Table w/ drawers Wood Doll House Pottery Wheels w/clay Parents Around the Block Walker - w/wood & fabric blocks Radio Flyer Little Red Roadster Toys, Toys, Toys - Leap Frog, Fisher Price, Discovery Toys, Usborne Books, Puzzles, Books, Neurosmith Musini, etc. *Misc.* Kitchen pans/cookie sheets/serving dishes/etc.

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[Highland Park] Table for sale
by Gary Cravener 26 Mar '09

26 Mar '09

Hi All, I have a smaller, contemporary dining room table for sale. It measures 34" X 64" (it's actually a desk that I've used as a table) It has a 3/8" thick glass top with a frosted glass underside. There are a couple scratches on the top and a few nicks on the wooden (cherry) parsons-style legs. It. was $1,300 new and I'm asking $175. Gary Cravener 6430 Jackson St.

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[Highland Park] RCA Television
by Melissa Dorsette 25 Mar '09

25 Mar '09

1995 27" RCA Television Console Oak in Color (excellent looking condition/well cared for) Remote Manual Cable Ready AV Jacks Connected Swivel Stand Goes well with any decor Very good picture and working condition (need remote for power button) NEVER any repair issues - works well Still hooked up (waiting for you) - will demonstate working ability/picture Selling due to larger television acquisition - $75.00 (GREAT BUY) First Come, First Serve You Pickup and Haul (can help you carry out) Reply by email - SERIOUS inquiries only please

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[Highland Park] Pittsburgh Promise
by Pierina Morelli 25 Mar '09

25 Mar '09

Hi OnQ a local program on WQED is looking for families to interview that have moved into the city of Pittsburgh for the Pittsburgh Promise. If your family or you know of a family please email me. Thank you. Pierina

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[Highland Park] Survey for Pittsburgh Filmmakers... Win tickets for two to a screening...
by Dan Martin 25 Mar '09

25 Mar '09

Hi neighbors, A number of my grad students are working with Pittsburgh Filmmakers to determine interest in its continuing education programs (i.e., "personal enrichment" courses) in film, photography, and digital media. The students are seeking from responses from any and all Pittsburgh residents over the age of 18. As an added incentive, everyone who completes the survey is eligible for a raffle for a "cinema package for two" courtesy of Pittsburgh Filmmakers. The survey should not take more than ten minutes to complete. http://tiny.cc/PghFilmmakers33 We're eager for your input. best, --dan + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + Dan J. Martin, Associate Professor Director, Institute for the Management of Creative Enterprises Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213 t: 412.268.6086 | f: 412.268.3590 | e: djmartin(a)cmu.edu http://www.artsnet.org | http://www.danjmartin.org + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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[Highland Park] Thefts
by Beth Barnhill 25 Mar '09

25 Mar '09

Hello, neighbors! In the past three days, I have had 3 planters stolen from my front porch in the 1100 block of Mellon Street. They were regular, terra cotta-colored plastic: one long windowbox type, one round about one gallon size, and a somewhat larger vertical rectangular one. All had dead( last years') plants in them. The thief ripped out the dead plants, and took them, dirt and all. I am flabbergasted, to say the least. I could almost understand someone stealing a valuable, expensive ceramic planter, but these were run-of-the-mill plastic that you could buy at Target, Walmart, K-Mart, or--as I did--Home Depot. If anyone saw anything, please let me know. I will be calling the police to update my report--I just saw the last theft as I was leaving for work at 6 am this morning. On a totally different note, one of my two cats has just been diagnosed with "panleukopenia" hope I spelled that correctly--the "boy in the plastic bubble" disease. Her white cell count is 1/4 of what it should be. Has anyone heard of this, or had a cat treated for this? I'd be grateful for any information. The vet gave her a shot and gave me some pills to give her, and a tube of vitamin stuff that she hates, though she is a trooper with the pills. I'd appreciate any information on either of these items. Thanks much, Beth Barnhill

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[Highland Park] real estate tax appeal
by Irina Livezeanu 25 Mar '09

25 Mar '09

I received a tax rate hike for this year (so mid-year) after doing some work on the house that required a permit. I have to appeal by mid-April. Does anyone have any advice on what arguments I could use to keep my current tax rate which is already very hefty? Irina

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