November 2015 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

slate shingles
by Elisabeth Larman 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

A big thank you to all of you for finding me slate tiles. I was overwhelmed with offers and tips. What a great neighborhood we live in! thanks again. BTW I have 3 pallets for the taking. Let me know if you are interested. thanks again, Elisabeth

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CRIME ALERT - ARMED ROBBERY - HIGHLAND PARK
by Monica Watt 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

Please see below From: "Lando, Jason Date: November 18, 2015 at 4:52:47 PM EST To: undisclosed-recipients:; Subject: ** CRIME ALERT - ARMED ROBBERY - HIGHLAND PARK ** 11/16/15 Robbery - 1100 block DeVictor Place, 8:30pm. A 25 year-old male victim reports that he had just arrived home and was walking up to his house when he noticed a newer model white Toyota sedan pull onto his street and flash its headlights at him. The victim reports that moments later the driver and a passenger exited the car and attempted to pull him into the vehicle. The victim tried to resist but a third male came up behind him and he could hear the sound of a gun racking. According to the victim, one of the suspects demanded his money and he handed over his wallet, at which point the suspects fled. The suspects are described as (3) black males between 15-17 years old The driver was dark complected, clean shaven, with a "high top" haircut. The other two suspects were also dark complexion, wearing dark hooded sweatshirts. (220538) -- Cmdr. Jason Lando Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Zone 5 Station 1401 Washington Blvd Pittsburgh, PA 15206 "The most miserable people are those who are obsessed with themselves; the happiest are those who lose themselves in the service of others." - Gordon B. Hinkley

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For sale: Glider & Ottoman $60
by Catherine Gutowski 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

Espresso brown Delta glider with matching ottoman. In good used condition, glides quietly and smoothly and upholstery is freshly cleaned and in great shape. There are a few dings and scratches on the woodwork (see photo) but they could probably be refinished or buffed out pretty easily. Purchased new at Babies R Us a couple of years ago and no longer needed. You haul, cash only please. $60. Sent from my iPhone

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VW Repair
by Maureen Gmail 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

Help! My VW Golf is making a terrible metallic sound. Does anyone know a mechanic nearby that works on VW's? Thanks Maureen

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Facebook page, get informed and support recreation center at Hunt Armory not Risk of high density apartments
by Michael Malloy 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

Dear Neighbor: https://www.facebook.com/SaveHuntArmoryForThecommunity/ Please like it, tweet it, and send via all social media. Come to Calvary Church tomorrow, 6:30pm Thursday… URA, Mayor Office and press will be there. This page is a passionate page by concerned people in stone's throw proximity to this facility about this selection process, and that there is a high probability that a high density apartment option will be chosen even though community reaction from day 1 is clearly against this use. Other option is rec. center with ice rink, walking track, rooms for classes, café and more… This page…. - It provides emails to email your opinion (whatever it is) to people who must then provide your opinion to the selection committee. - It explains how the process is actually working and how we only have until 11/23 to make our opinion heard due to a closed door selection committee process. No, this page is not "objective"... it's bias is as follows: 1. Adamantly OPPOSED to the Walnut Capital High Density Apartment option... 106 expensive units... 70 parking spaces.. profits the owner, loser... the community. 2. It does promote and advocate for the recreation center as our preferred option. It does not denigrate or comment on the Business Incubator proposal, although a link this proposal is there. In fact we advocate integrating the two models into a powerful recreations center focused us. However, the comment sections are open so everyone can voice their opinion which we encourage people to do. Please make your voices heard! Michael Malloy *From:* Michael Malloy [mailto:mike@mjmclan.net] *Sent:* Tuesday, November 17, 2015 9:03 PM *To:* 'neighborhood(a)highlandparkpa.com' *Subject:* CALL TO ACTION, Hunt Armory at Risk of high density apartments, not community use for our families Neighbor: We are writing to alert you that a decision will be made on Monday 23, behind closed doors, on the future of Hunt Armory that will impact the surrounding schools, neighborhood and other community organizations. This is not the open process you expected. 1. We have learned that a high density apartment complex is a finalist proposal, against almost universal community input against such an idea at earlier ‘open’ meetings. Over 100 apartments that would change the historic armory and create traffic, parking, and general disruption to the area. 1. Another final proposal is a community center that would be an Ice Rink, walking/running track, practice rinks, café, and rooms for fitness classes that would serve all age groups, communities in the city, and all schools and groups. Walking and biking distance of Highland Park. 1. Special interests are now pushing this process behind closed doors with little public knowledge or input. An opaque selection committee actually will choose the final recommended proposal on the 23rd. The public URA meeting on 12/10 is only to vote on this proposal…. So the deal is to be done … quietly… by Monday! TAKE ACTION NOW!: Everyone needs to take action --- takes 1-2 minutes! 1. Simply email the emails below stating you oppose the high density apartments and support the community center/ice rink – you can send 1 email and just send it to everyone at once. 1. IMPORTANT: Come to community meeting on Thursday, the 19th, 6:30pm, at Calvary Church. URA, Mayor’s office and press will be at this event! As will developer. Key points: - Concern that special interests and money will influence outcome for high density apartments and not the community ice ring complex - The only interest served by the apartments are the profits of the apartment owner, NOT the community - Ice Rink complex provides amazing resource in city that otherwise you have to go to suburbs - Negative impact on property values as massive influx of apartments lowers value of surrounding privately owned rentals and then surrounding single family homes. - Ice Ring Complex raise quality of urban living in east end… and thus property values and interest to be here - URA is supposed to operate for the community and city interest… not the interest of private developers. - Sacred heart school kids have played on street for 60+ years. This will end. - Hunt Armory served the community for 100 yrs and is an historic landmark building. It’s future use should keep the building intact and serve the community. - High density apartments will gut building to the façade. Other proposal keeps the historic building intact This is our only opportunity to make a huge difference in our community. Take action now! All information on this project is Buried in public websites and extremely hard to find… Why? You can read about each of the 3 options here: http://pittsburghpa.gov/district8/meetings-resources You can continue to email the Councilman directly at daniel.gilman(a)pittsburghpa.govwith additional comments that will also be sent to the selection committee. Additionally, you can email your thoughts and comments to the URA board members at the email addresses below: Kevin Acklin: kevin.acklin(a)pittsburghpa.gov Ed Gainey: egainey(a)pahouse.net Jim Ferlo: jferlo159(a)verizon.net Daniel Lavelle: daniel.lavelle(a)pittsburghpa.gov Cheryl Hall-Russell: challrussell(a)hillhouse.org Michael Malloy Lifelong Resident of Highland Park and Shadyside

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HOLIDAY CLASSES & PARTY DATES AT CHOP, WOK & TALK!
by Dorothy Tague 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL! Chop, WOK & Talk! 5404 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412-362-0679 www.chopwoktalk.com<http://www.chopwoktalk.com/> GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE CALL 412-362-0679 PRIVATE PARTY DATES AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS OF 6-10 PEOPLE (bring friends, co-workers/clients, relatives, or visiting guests for a cooking party or team building event...BYOB) please call for menu selections, pricing, etc. December: 2, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27 & New Year's Eve January: 2, 3, 15, 16, 22, 29, 30 February: 19, 20, 27 UPCOMING SPECIAL CLASSES: PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE WWW.CHOPWOKTALK.COM<http://www.chopwoktalk.com/> FOR CLASS HOURS AND PRICING...GO TO "CLASS SCHEDULE/MENUS" FEAST OF THE SEVEN FISHES: (Dec. 4, 5, & 6) fried calamari with 3 sauces, fettuccine alfredo with salmon, Caesar salad, cioppino (seafood stew with shrimp, lobster, clams, mussels & fish), homemade focaccia, and a chocolate Kahlua cranberry mascarpone trifle. DATE NIGHT DINING: (Dec. 11) roasted red pepper soup, mixed greens with citrus and a fried prosciutto goat cheese packet, rack of pork, ginger lime carrots, butternut bread pudding and a souffle for dessert. DATE NIGHT DINING: (Jan 9 & 23) cream of mushroom soup, Philly-style strip steaks with provolone sauce & caramelized onions, French fries with a smoked red pepper sauce, cheesy bread, Pittsburgh wedge with buttermilk dressing, and chocolate crème brulee. CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION: (Feb. 6 & 7) Peking duck with Mandarin pancakes, Asian crunchy slaw with fried wontons & peanuts, firebird lo mein, pineapple chicken with almonds & broccoli, lovebird shrimp in a bird's nest, fried rice an a fried banana-mango-nut roll with ice cream. VALENTINE'S DAY DINNER: (Feb. 12, 13, 14) roasted red pepper soup with Sambuca, mixed greens with grapes, hazelnuts & fried goat cheese, sea bass over sticky rice & green beans topped with a date, bacon & almond garnish, plus a chocolate souffle and chocolate dipped strawberries CLASSES AVAILABLE EACH MONTH: please check the website www.chopwoktalk.com<http://www.chopwoktalk.com/> for class hours, pricing, and menu selections...go to "class schedule/menus" CAJUN-CREOLE CHINESE DINNER COWBOY DINNER DATE NIGHT DINING DIM SUM FRENCH DINNER FRENCH PASTRY WITH LUNCH GREEK DINNER INDIAN DINNER ITALIAN DINNER MEXICAN DINNER MOROCCAN DINNER PASTA FROM SCRATCH SOUTHERN BRUNCH SOUTHERN DINNER TAPAS & PAELLA TEX-MEX THAI DINNER ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS AND WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON! Dorothy, Marianne, Gulzat, Karen, Paul, & Matt

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exercise dvd
by Dmarie1023＠aol.com 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

Hip hop abs~the ultimate ab sculpting system, 3 disc set, with all instructions and tape measure, in original package paid $40 asking $20

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Looking for shed build help
by Phillip Rhodes 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

Hi, I plan on building the following shed from plans (*https://www.icreatables.com//sheds/10x12-GH-greenhouse-plans.html <https://www.icreatables.com//sheds/10x12-GH-greenhouse-plans.html>*) I may jazz it up a bit with something from construction junction, but that's optional. I am looking for someone that I could hire to speed up the build process with less mistakes. Let me know if you or anyone would be interested and your what your expectations are for an hourly fee. Thanks. Phillip

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aluminum wheelchair
by msprenkel＠verizon.net 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

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Ikea Expedit - $40
by Allison Haley 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

Hi, We have a good condition 8-cube birch Ikea expedit unit for sale - $40. Would love this gone before the holiday next week. :-) Thanks! Allison Sent from my iPhone

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