January 2020 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

Recommendation - CCI Sound Home Plan
by around theworld 13 Feb '23

13 Feb '23

Spreading the word about a great resource, Conservation Consultants, Inc. (CCI). I’m a new homeowner in Highland Park and a neighbor recommended this fantastic local non-profit that conducts energy assessments on homes and small businesses. My original goal was to have them identify how to address some drafty areas, and I was so surprised at how comprehensive the assessment was. All rooms were professionally measured and all major appliances were assessed…and thank goodness, because they identified a very dangerous clog with my hot water heater that was starting to back carbon monoxide into my home. It was not yet at emergency levels, but it was not picked up during my pre-sale home inspection. They did lead testing, used infrared cameras to check on insulation density and used a blower door test to suck the air out of the home to identify where the drafty areas were. The cost was very reasonable and I have a fantastic report, complete with photos that identified areas to address immediately and what can wait, and projections about how much I could save on my energy bills if I made the improvements. Some I could do myself, such as updating the door sweep and putting some caulk around the entry door. They also have a list of bonded professionals and they are great at helping you to put together an action plan. Wonderful resource for all of us with old homes. All of the contractors are great…Virginia McGrath was mine and she is fantastic…I’ve emailed and called her since my assessment to ask her opinion about a couple of items. House is already warmer…consider them https://getenergysmarter.org/sound-home-plan

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Experienced House Cleaner - Cleaning Specials now available!!
by Ashley Adams 22 May '20

22 May '20

Offering a quick, basic cleaning of your home or apartment. Prices can be negotiated based on cleaning needs. Offering hourly service for $25 per hour or whole house cleaning as listed below: Small House: (1-2Bdrm) $80 Medium House: (3 Bdrms) $120 Large House: (3-5 Bdrms) $160 Includes: - Vacuuming, Dusting, Cleaning kitchen/Bathrooms - Polishing wood furniture, e.t.c. Extras: - Baseboards $20 - Kitchen Cabinet Cleanout $20 - Wall Washing, E.t.c *******DID YOU HAVING FAMILY OVER FOR THE HOLIDAY? IF SO, LET US GET YOUR HOME READY!! WE CAN CLEAN AFTER ALL THE CELEBRATING ENDS AS WELL!! EVEN IF YOU'RE NOT DOING ANYTHING EXTRAVAGANT LET US COME CLEAN YOUR HOME WHILE YOU RELAX AS A GIFT TO YOURSELF!!******* > FAST, EFFICIENT, FRIENDLY, TRUSTWORTHY AND PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS! WE BRING MY OWN CLEANING PRODUCTS AND GET STRAIGHT TO WORK. WE WILL CLEAN YOUR HOME, BUSINESS OR OUTSIDE OF YOUR HOME. SEND ME AN EMAIL TO SET YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY!! I ALSO OFFER FLAT RATE EVENT CLEAN-UP DEPENDING ON THE SIZE OF THE SPACE SO YOU CAN LEAVE THE WORK TO ME AND CONTINUE PARTYING!! OR, IF YOU'RE REALLY BUSY WE CAN ALSO COME IN AND DO A PRE-PARTY CLEAN AND DECORATING FOR YOU! > > I ALSO CLEAN: > > APARTMENTS > GARAGES > OFFICE BLDGS > SCHOOLS > CHURCHES > EVENT/PARTY VENUES > RENTAL PROPERTIES (ALSO OFFER BETWEEN TENANT CLEANING) > ANY PLACE YOU NEED CLEANED JUST ASK!! > > ALSO, NOW OFFERING: > > AFTER DEATH CLEANING/CLEANOUT & INVENTORY > > -WE WILL CLEAN THE HOUSE OF YOUR DECEASED LOVED ONE AND HAUL AWAY ANYTHING LEFT BEHIND. WE CAN ALSO DO AN INVENTORY OF YOUR LOVED ONES BELONGINGS. > > PLEASE RESPOND VIA EMAIL or PHONE (Text)!! > (412) 726-1022

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Christmas in East Liberty - THIS FRIDAY - December 13 - East Liberty Presbyterian Church
by Edward Alan Moore 21 May '20

21 May '20

An East Liberty holiday tradition! Friday, December 13, 2019 7:30 PM East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 South Highland Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206 www.ELPC.church<http://www.ELPC.church> The ninth season of ELPC’s Cathedral Concerts series continues with “Christmas in East Liberty”—the series’ most highly anticipated concert each year. The concert is free and a freewill offering will be received. The Brass Roots, conductor Lance LaDuke, organist Dr. Edward Alan Moore, and the ELPC Chancel Choir will combine to perform a mix of holiday favorites for brass, organ, choir, and the audience. Classical WQED FM 89.3's own Jim Cunningham will return to narrate 'Twas the Night Before Christmas! Click here for a preview of the concert! https://youtu.be/nQv3Vq39Gw0 The concert will be live-streamed on the East Liberty Presbyterian Church Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/EastLibertyPresbyterian/ and on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/thecathedralofhope ____________________________________________ Dr. Edward Alan Moore Organist/Music Director East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 South Highland Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206 EdM(a)coh.net<mailto:EdM@coh.net> 412-441-3800 x124 www.ELPC.church www.facebook.com/EastLibertyPresbyterian Office/Email Hours: Tuesday - 12:00-7:00 Wednesday - 10:00-6:00 Thursday - 12:00-9:00 Friday - 12:00-5:00 Sunday - 9:00-1:00 ____________________________________________

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Hyundai Sonata mats and cargo net ($10)
by Kristina C 04 May '20

04 May '20

Brand new, rear floor mats and cargo net from a Hyundai Sonata. Must buy together.

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Decorative plate with stand ($3)
by Kristina C 04 May '20

04 May '20

Hand-painted.

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WINTER TIRES
by Thomas Morgan 18 Feb '20

18 Feb '20

1 matching pair245-45-18 snow tiresGreat tread life leftAsking $125Make an offer

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Music inspired by Langston Hughes at Eastminster 2-8, 2-9 Bach Choir of Pittsburgh
by Elizabeth Criss 31 Jan '20

31 Jan '20

Neighbors, we’ve been working hard on some beautiful music. I’m excited that we’ll be performing so close to home. Hope to see you there. Hear the poetry of Langston Hughes set to music and sung by the Bach Choir of Pittsburgh! Langston Hughes: Harlem’s Jazz Poet February 8, 7:30 PM • February 9, 4:00 PM Eastminster Presbyterian Church The Harlem Renaissance produced some of our most prolific and powerful cultural figures. Chief among them was Langston Hughes, a novelist, social activist, poet, and musician. Hughes was one of the earliest innovators of a new literary art form called jazz poetry, which emphasized folk and jazz rhythms, giving an air of improvisation to his works. He expressed the struggles of middle class African American life, with its challenges, joys and music. Follow link below for tickets. https://www.showclix.com/events/14076 Liz

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by Slovenec, Sharon 31 Jan '20

31 Jan '20

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2019 Crime Rates Drop Again in Pittsburgh
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 31 Jan '20

31 Jan '20

*Published:* 01.30.2020 *Contact:* Chris Togneri Public Information Officer Public Safety 412-627-3552 chris.togneri(a)pittsburghpa.gov ANALYSIS: 2019 Crime Rates Drop Again PITTSBURGH, PA (Jan. 30, 2020) -- The City of Pittsburgh saw significant reductions in several key crime categories in 2019, most notably in homicides. Police officials credited the reductions to several factors, including excellent police work, a focus on community outreach and engagement, the lifesaving work of medics, firefighters and hospitals, partner law enforcement agencies, and the communities and residents we serve. “So many different things go into it,” Pittsburgh Police Chief Scott Schubert said. “First and foremost, it’s hard work by our officers. Day in and day out, they amaze me with their work ethic, expertise and professionalism. And day in and day out, they make me proud to be their Chief. Others also deserve credit, including community members, our law enforcement partners at the local, state and federal levels, our amazing medics and hospitals and our community outreach efforts. “But while these numbers are encouraging, at the end of the day even one homicide is too many, one person being shot is too many,” Chief Schubert said. “So we’ll keep working. We won’t be happy until the numbers are even lower.” Homicides in the city dropped 36 percent year-on-year, from 58 in 2018 to 37 in 2019. The drop continues a downward trend over the past five years, and marks the fewest homicides in the city since 1998. In addition, the number of combined non-fatal shooting incidents plus homicides continued to trend downwards for a fourth year in a row: 2016: 253 2017: 187 2018: 163 2019: 146 Assistant Chief Lavonnie Bickerstaff noted that the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police began its transition from reactive policing to evidence-based and intelligence-led policing in 2016. "This style of policing relies heavily on the Focus Deterrents Model advocated by David Kennedy, who is well known for his work in Boston’s 'Operation Ceasefire,'" Bickerstaff said. "This strategic response allows officers to identify and focus on the small groups of individuals who are actively engaged in violence and hold them accountable for their behavior instead of the entire community. When the police, community, and social services are working together and communicating the same message against violent crime, a true reduction in gun violence can be realized." There were 1,569 violent crimes citywide, a drop of just 0.8 percent from 2018, but an 18.8 percent drop from the five-year average of 1,932 violent crimes per year. "Good police work is helping to keep residents safe," Major Crimes Commander Victor Joseph said. "From patrol officers who do excellent work on their beats to detectives who conduct thorough investigations, the men and women of this Bureau deserve credit. Their hard work and expertise is reflected in these numbers." Public Safety Director Wendell Hissrich said the expansion of the ShotSpotter system and security cameras played a big role in reducing crime and saving lives. In 2018, ShotSpotter was expanded from three square miles of coverage to 18 square miles of coverage. ShotSpotter uses a network of acoustic sensors to detect when a gun is fired, and then precisely and quickly pinpoints the location of the gunfire, even if no one calls 911. The cameras allow police to review footage in the area of a shooting, identify suspects -- if not catch the actual crime and actor on camera -- and then track them as they flee. "As a result of the ShotSpotter system and city-installed security cameras, police are responding immediately to gunfire and locating victims," Hissrich said. “By responding faster than ever before, officers are able to render aid to victims who otherwise might die. Every officer carries and is trained to use a tourniquet, and the system combined with Pittsburgh Police’s training and the quick response of our EMS medics is, quite simply, saving lives.” Mayor William Peduto added: “The significant drop in crime the last five years is attributable to the tireless work by our officers, our ongoing dedication to community policing, and continual investments in the Bureau that have resulted in the largest Pittsburgh police force in a generation. On behalf of the City I want to thank police and the entire Pittsburgh community for their ongoing dedication to making us a city for all.” Officials also credited city residents. When the public comes forward with tips, police solve crimes. As a result of increased community engagement, more people are helping police investigations by passing on key information. In addition, police programs aimed at connecting with youth allow officers to be viewed as positive influences who can help young people make constructive life decisions. Group Violence Intervention, a strategy in which police focus their efforts on communities' most violent individuals, is also helping. Through GVI, investigators and citizen outreach workers identify individuals who are most likely to commit a violent crime or become a victim of violent crime and hold custom notifications aimed at helping them escape a dangerous lifestyle. "The concept is: We want you to live, we want you to stay out of prison, we want you to be a productive member of society and we want to help you get there," said Rev. Cornell Jones, who leads GVI outreach teams. "It’s not just law enforcement. This is a whole village mentality, it’s all of us working together." Finally, partner law enforcement agencies contribute in numerous ways, including teaming up to disrupt and dismantle criminal enterprises. Pittsburgh Police has great working relationships with many agencies, including the District Attorney’s Office, US Attorney’s Office, FBI Pittsburgh, University police departments, county law enforcement agencies and neighboring regional agencies. While Police and Public Safety officials are pleased with the downward trends, much work remains. Overall crime rates Downtown dropped by 6 percent, but violent crime Downtown increased from 119 cases in 2018 to 136 cases in 2019. Police have added patrols to the Golden Triangle, and plan to staff the Downtown Substation around the clock. Also of concern: Ethnic Intimidation cases increased from 17 total incidents (6 involving violence) in 2018 to 22 total incidents (11 involving violence). Pittsburgh Police have made it a priority to build bridges with every community and resident in the City of Pittsburgh. We will not tolerate hatred against anyone. The increase in ethic intimidation cases mirror national averages, but Pittsburgh Police will continue to combat hate crime in all forms. “We have focused on precision policing through our data-driven policing efforts,” Commander Eric Holmes said. “At the heart of our work is building bridges to the community. We are seeing the fruits of our labor.” Dr. Heath Johnson and the PBP Crime Analysis Team have compiled the following statistical data. 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Minutes Matter: Partnership to Educate and Empower Community in Emergencies
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 31 Jan '20

31 Jan '20

*Published:* 01.30.2020 *Contact:* Minutes Matter: City of Pittsburgh and UPMC Announce Partnership to Educate and Empower Community in Emergencies PITTSBURGH, PA (January, 30, 2020) In an emergency, minutes matter. From calling 911, to knowing how to perform chest compressions or how to use a tourniquet, to clearing a path for emergency professionals, even the most basic education can save lives and improve outcomes in the critical minutes before first responders arrive. Minutes Matter, <https://minutesmatter.upmc.com/> a new partnership between UPMC <https://www.upmc.com/> and the City of Pittsburgh <https://pittsburghpa.gov/>, provides community members access to basic emergency information and education about life-saving interventions. At the scene of most accidents, health emergencies, natural disasters or other crises, bystanders are usually the first people on the scene until trained emergency professionals arrive. Learning simple, easy-to-understand emergency skills empowers bystanders to provide critical help during these life-threatening and highly stressful situations. “Pittsburgh has long been a leader in public health matters, largely due to the partnerships we have long had with leading institutions like UPMC. Minutes Matter takes this one step further by reaching out to our city’s greatest resource – our residents,” Mayor William Peduto said. This effort, launching February 2, will drive awareness around critical emergency information and live-saving interventions, directing people to https://minutesmatterpgh.com <https://minutesmatter.upmc.com/>. From cardiac events to bleeding to overdoses, the information provided will help people be more prepared in an emergency, as well as help them to better understand the various ways in which their actions could make a difference. For those who want to go beyond basic education, the effort will also include a calendar of local trainings and events, and the ability for community organizations to submit their events to be added. Other partners in this initiative include the Pittsburgh Penguins <https://www.nhl.com/penguins> and Pittsburgh Steelers <https://www.steelers.com/>. “At the onset of many emergencies, some simple actions by those nearby make all the difference, allowing EMS and hospital teams to help those in distress. These actions are easy, and we want to empower our friends and neighbors by teaching them how to be that first responder. We are proud to partner with the City to spread this important ability. Minutes matter in emergencies, and we believe this partnership will make the difference between life and death,” said Donald M. Yealy, M.D. <https://www.upmc.com/media/experts/donald-m-yealy>, chair of emergency medicine at UPMC. The skills courses and events are open to the public. City of Pittsburgh residency is not required. For additional information, visit https://minutesmatterpgh.com <https://minutesmatter.upmc.com/>. *CONTACTS:* *Timothy McNulty, City of Pittsburgh Office: 412-255-2619 Mobile: 412-660-1999 E-mail: timothy.mcnulty(a)pittsburghpa.gov <timothy.mcnulty(a)pittsburghpa.gov> * *Contact: Paul Wood, UPMC Office: 412-647-6647 Mobile: 412-352-2058 E-mail: woodpc(a)upmc.edu <woodpc(a)upmc.edu>* ------------------------------ . LaptopCupGreenMarker

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