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[Highland Park] Fwd: Northbound Route 28 Long-Term Single Lane Traffic Begins Tonight in Millvale between 31st & 40th Streets
by sulliv362＠aol.com 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

-----Original Message----- From: Struzzi, James <JSTRUZZI(a)state.pa.us> To: Undisclosed recipients:; Sent: Mon, Aug 30, 2010 10:26 am Subject: Northbound Route 28 Long-Term Single Lane Traffic Begins Tonight between 31st & 40th Street Bridges TrafficAdvisory Aug.30, 2010 NorthboundRoute 28 Long-Term Single Lane Traffic Begins Tonight in Millvale Pittsburgh – PennDOT District11 is reminding motorists the long-term single lane restriction on northbound(outbound) Route 28 needed for the East Ohio Street Improvement Project inMillvale Borough, Allegheny County, will begin at approximately 9 p.m.tonight, Monday, Aug. 30. Crewswill be working in the area today to prepare Route 28 for the restrictions, butthe actual single lane configuration on northbound lanes will not beimplemented until tonight. Beginningat approximately 9 p.m., outbound traffic on Route 28 will be reduced to a singlelane north of the 31st Street Bridge through the 40thStreet Bridge interchange. The left lane will be closed. Southbound (inbound)traffic will be shifted away from hillside onto the northbound left lane andsouthbound passing lane. Current turning movements and access to the 40thStreet Bridge will not be impacted at this time. Traffic will remain in thispattern through mid-summer 2012 in the area of the 40th StreetBridge. Southboundtraffic will remain open to two lanes during peak periods. PennDOT is advisingmotorists southbound traffic will be reduced to single lane nightly this weekfrom 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday nights, Sept. 1-2. Crews will beplacing barrier wall along the right lane. PennDOThas been working diligently to make several new traffic cameras available forthe traveling public prior to the start of the northbound restriction. Althoughsix new cameras have been installed, only three are available for viewing atthis time by accessing www.dot.state.pa.us,then “PennDOT Near You” on the center of the page, click “11” on the map, andthe “Traffic Cameras” link on the right. The cameras will also be available on 511pa.com later this week. Some videodisruption should be expected as crews continue to work out technical issues.The new cameras and message boards allow motorists to plan their trip beforetraveling. An alternate route for outbound traffic is to use the 31stStreet Bridge or the 16th Street Bridge to Liberty Avenue to ButlerStreet through Lawrenceville to the 40th Street Bridge or theHighland Park Bridge to bypass the work zone. PennDOT, through a separatecontract, constructed improvements at key intersections on the alternate routeto facilitate better traffic flow and turning movements. Signal timings atthese intersections will be adjusted after the long-term northbound Route 28single lane restriction is inplace. The$23.5 million Route 28 East Ohio Street Improvement project includes wideningand reconstruction, drainage, concrete barrier, concrete curb and sidewalk,highway lighting, signing and pavement marking, sign structures, signals andITS (Intelligent Transportation System) installation, wall construction, waterline and sewer relocation, demolition, and other construction from about 1,300feet north of the 31st Street Bridge (Route 2122) intersection to approximately2,560 feet north of the 40th Street Bridge (Route 2124) interchange. Thework at the 40th Street Bridge begins a multi-phase, multi-yeareffort to improve Route 28 from Chestnut Street near the Heinz Plant throughthe 31st Street Bridge intersection to the Millvale Interchange. Thenext phase of work at the 31st Street Bridge will begin in 2011 andcontinue through 2014. Toview a PowerPoint presentation of the overall work on the Route 28 East OhioStreet improvement project including maps, timeline and renderings of thecompleted project, go to www.dot.state.pa.us,click “Regional Information” then the “11” on the map. This will take web usersto the District 11 homepage. A link to the presentation is provided on theright. Tosign up for PennDOT’s Route 28 email notification list for traffic andconstruction advisories, send email addresses to jstruzzi(a)state.pa.us. Please write“Subscribe – Route 28” in the subject line. Motoristsare advised to use caution and allow extra time when traveling on Route 28.PennDOT also reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to checktraffic conditions on major roadways before traveling. MediaContact: Jim Struzzi, Press Officer (412)429-5010 (Office) (412)292-9357 (Cell Phone) Source: PennDOTEngineering District 11 ## #

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[Highland Park] dressmaker
by robyeoson＠aol.com 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

Can anyone recommend a good dressmaker..I need a matching dress and coat made for a wedding. Thanks. Robyeoson(a)gmail.com

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[Highland Park] Fwd: NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK PROGRAM on September 25, 2010
by sulliv362＠aol.com 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

I posted a request a few weeks ago on the disposal of expired drugs. No one knew of a location. Well here is one with locations. Current the nearest is the E. Pittsburgh Police Station. Other locations are being added so check back on the link in the letter periodically. Ed Sullivan -----Original Message----- From: Nancy Martin-Silber <nancym(a)ccicenter.org> To: sulliv362(a)aol.com Sent: Mon, Aug 30, 2010 11:40 am Subject: FW: NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK PROGRAM on September 25, 2010 Subject: NATIONAL DRUGTAKE BACK PROGRAM on September 25, 2010 Pleasebe aware that the federal DEA is conducting a NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK PROGRAMon September 25, 2010 with widespread participation by many law enforcementgroups across the country and in Pennsylvania.This effort will help keep meds from being flushed into water resources. The program is an anonymous take back. To find a take backlocation in your area, go to this website and enter your zipcode: http://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/takeback/ Drugtake back programs are very expensive to conduct, so please let your neighborsand family members know about this one day national event. Saturday, September 25, 2010 On September 25, 2010,DEA will coordinate a collaborative effort with state and local law enforcementagencies to remove potentially dangerous controlled substances from ournation’s medicine cabinets. Collection activities will take place from10:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m. at sites established throughout the country. The National Take-Back Day provides an opportunity for the public to surrenderexpired, unwanted, or unused pharmaceutical controlled substances and othermedications for destruction. These drugs are a potential source of supplyfor illegal use and an unacceptable risk to public health and safety. This one-day effort isintended to bring national focus to the issue of increasing pharmaceuticalcontrolled substance abuse. The program is anonymous. Prescription and over the counter solid dosage medications, i.e. tablets and capsules accepted. Intra-venous solutions, injectables, and needles will not be accepted. Illicit substances such as marijuana or methamphetamine are not a part of this initiative. Find collection site(s) near you Please check back often as new collection sites will be addeddaily. Press Release JulieKollar ProgramDirector TheWater Resources Education Network (WREN) aproject of the League of Women Voters of PA CitizenEducation Fund 267-468-0555Email: juliekwren(a)verizon.net Pleasevisit the WREN websites: http://wren.palwv.org andwww.drinkingwaterwise.org Withfunding, resources, and networking opportunities, the WREN Project supportscommunity-based efforts across Pennsylvaniato build an informed citizenry who will protect local water resources withwater friendly public policies and hands on work.

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[Highland Park] Sweet Kitty Needs a Good Home
by Becky Mercatoris 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

Hi Everyone, I am posting this for my brother and sister-in-law. They live in Shadyside so Henry is close by if you would like to meet him. He really is a very lovable and beautiful orange kitty. Free to Good Home: Extremely sweet orange kitty. He is long-haired, 4 years old, and his name is Henry. He is also neutered and up-to-date on all his shots. He gets along extremely well with people, but not so well with other kitties. He should ideally be an only cat. He has lived in a multiple cat household for 2 years, and developed marking behavior. But if his life were less stressful, he would probably not do this. We recently had a baby, and must find a home for this intelligent, loving cat. Please call 412-654-6173. Thanks, Becky Mercatoris

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[Highland Park] Building Permits
by Richard Kuroski 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

Hi, We are in the process of combining a powder room and bath room into one large bath room. There will be electrical wiring and plumbing rework involved. Now, the question is does this work require a blinding permit? We have gotten conflicting answers from contractors we have contacted. We do not want to go thru the entire process only to find that the work should have been inspected. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Rich and Bonnee Bunkerhill

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[Highland Park] bed photos
by Patricia Hargest 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

For Sale: Beautiful Eastlake double bed, solid either walnut or oak, in excellent condition. $200 OBO. (I will include the mattress and box springs which are not quite two years old.) Please email or call phargest(a)pittsburghzoo.org or 412.680.7686

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[Highland Park] Garfield Community Farm - Summer Jam Benefit Night TONIGHT!!
by kelly flanagan dee 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

Garfield Community Farm presents "Summer Jam," a benefit night at the Shadow Lounge in East Liberty TONIGHT, August 30th! Boca Chica Mark Williams and Friends Autumn Ayers Jeff Schmutz of Good Brother Earl Ife Kehinde Local music, local art, local food prepared from farm produce and more!! Come out and celebrate another season with us and help a local farm grow!! We hope to see you there!! Shadow Lounge Map to Shadow Lounge<http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Baum+Blvd.+at+S…> 7pm $10 donation, all ages. (They will card at the door for 21+) Garfield Community Farm exists to see economic, social and food justice and healing come to neglected and abandoned spaces in Garfield through growing local organic produce that is accessible and affordable to local families; through providing educational opportunities that empower local youth; and through relationship building by creating safe gathering space to connect with others. We are committed to seeing peace come to Garfield through restoration of land and relationships. Any questions? Email Kelly at k.flanagan.dee(a)gmail.com

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[Highland Park] day bed with trundle
by Betty Larman 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

Hello neighbors, Would anyone have a trundle /day bed with pop up trundle bed that is no longer used? I am mostly interested in the bed frame and pop up since I would buy new mattresses. thank you so much and enjoy your day in our beautiful neighborhood. Betty "Life is short, and there is little time to gladden the hearts of those who journey with us...so be quick to love, and make haste to be kind" Henry Amiel

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[Highland Park] 4 piece Macy's Bedroom set
by Greg Coll 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

Queen size frame includes mattress, box spring, 2 large dressers and night stand. Must haul. $400 or best offer. Call greg at 412-720-6721. See photo: http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/fuo/1927037702.html

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[Highland Park] Twin beds
by Patricia Hargest 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

The twin beds are sold. Thank you. pat

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