July 2025 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

vintage PGH photos
by David Aschkenas 22 Jul '25

22 Jul '25

> I would like to share a project that I did 40 plus years ago. Long time Highland Park folks might recognize many of the areas. I began photographing my city in 1978 with a 4 x 5 inch view camera. In 1980 I received a grant from the NEA to help with the project. My friend, and great writer, Abby Mendelson, wrote eloquently about the project a few years ago, and BLIND MAGAZINE published a feature about the project. Here is a link to it... https://www.blind-magazine.com/stories/historic-pittsburgh-a-grimy-wonderla… Please enjoy it. David -- David Aschkenas 915 N Euclid Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412-363-3458 www.daschkenasphoto.com

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Hutch for Sale
by Nikole Sheaffer 22 Jul '25

22 Jul '25

Black hutch with tin punch doors (can be replaced with whatever you want!); 18.5" wide, 77" tall; 54" long. Three silverware-sized drawers, 4 top doors, three bottom doors. Top is detachable; all solid wood (I believe Ethan Allen from the 1970s) Glass greenhouse not included. Asking $200 Thanks, Nikole nikole.sheaffer(a)gmail.com

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Deb Gross is letting Highland Park down (again)
by Amy Burke 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Dear Neighbors, As many of you know, an indoor firing range for the police is of vital importance to those of us who live close enough to the outdoor range to hear the loud, sustained gunfire when they are training. This is NOT a political issue; it is a common-sense quality of life issue. The advocates of an indoor range have worked tirelessly over the years producing (1) surveys of the inappropriateness of the site (too close to residential communities and atop a ravine that amplifies the noise), (2) studies of the noise levels (which exceed acceptable standards), (3) petitions (signed by 1,000s), etc., for relief. One would expect our Councilperson (who lives in Highland Park, btw) to be on our side in this fight, but Deb Gross isn't. She has voted against it in past budgets and is planning on doing so again, *even though she boasted to Highland Park residents last October that she obtained funding for it.* Please read the article below from last Wednesday's WESA's newsletter, which heavily quotes Deb Gross, who now believes the plan for a police training facility should be scrapped!? She has betrayed the trust of her Highland Park residents to score points with other neighborhoods. This shameful, disrespectful treatment of Highland Park residents must be called out, and unless she honors her word to us, she is not fit to represent us on the Pittsburgh City Council. Pittsburgh Council delays action on public-safety training center | 90.5 WESA <https://www.wesa.fm/politics-government/2025-07-16/pittsburgh-council-publi…> https://www.wesa.fm/politics-government/2025-07-16/pittsburgh-council-publi… Amy

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porch gutter repair
by Pablo 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

I'm looking for someone to repair porch gutters. Recommendations needed. Thank you Paul Raith

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Wilco Tickets - taken
by Stephanie Gannon 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Thanks, all, for your interest!

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Antique Appraisal Service - Recommendation needed
by Andrew Hayhurst 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

We are downsizing my father-in-laws house and I was hoping someone might have a recommendation for an antique and furniture appraisal service. Thanks Andrew

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Friday Porch Concert
by Beth Claussen 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

FRIDAY PORCH CONCERT SPECTACULAR! Join us this Friday for Beth Claussen’s 5th Annual Porch Concert Series featuring Brian Junker, Deborah Brooks, Michelle Ricciardi Hall, Scott Henry Harris and Abbey Em! This is going to be a wonderful mix of talent! All tips will be donated to All Together Now- A music festival (August 7-10) happening all over Pittsburgh. The festival is taking place to raise awareness and support for our immigrant community in Pittsburgh- all proceeds will be donated to help the funding crisis that’s affecting so many folks. Please come out and enjoy some amazing music and help our neighbors in need. Hope to see you Friday! Sent from my iPad

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Awesome dog needs new home
by Robin Sobolewski 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

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Spicy no more: farm kittens looking for a forever home
by nicole carlin 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Once spicy now snuggly and purry, occasionally shy, Ika and Sumi are as cute as it gets! Sibling kittens looking for a forever home reach out and let me know if you are interested. Rehoming fee to cover vetting only. Call or text Nicole @ 412.361.4842

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Wilco Tickets for 8/6 at Heinz Hall
by Stephanie Gannon 20 Jul '25

20 Jul '25

Hi Neighbors, We accidentally double booked tickets to the upcoming Wilco concert, which promises to be an incredible event. Please consider taking the pair of tickets off of our hands: 2 great seats + parking voucher: paid $170 Asking $140 (obo) Thanks! Stephanie

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