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Free - Bonide systemic granules (outdoor) and BioAdvance shrub care protect and feed
by Cassia Priebe 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

The blue bottle is 90%+ full. The white bottle is about 1/3 full. Cassia Priebe 585-410-3117

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Trees taken down in the park & plans for future tree removal around the reservoirs
by Highland Park Community Council 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

*Trees Recently Taken Down in the Park* The HPCC's Park Committee reached out to the City Forestry Department for information about the trees that have recently been cut down in the park. We received the following information from the City's Utility Coordination Arborist: Our contractor got a bit ahead of us on the outreach, sorry for the alarm this must have caused in the community. We are removing about 120 trees that are either active safety hazards or which have irreparable structural defects and/or terminal decline. During the work planning, we assessed every single tree in the maintained areas of the park. Some of our primary concerns were basal decay, which can lead to spontaneous failure, and large existing failures/previous failures which compromise the integrity of the tree. There are a lot of oak trees which have basal decay that appear otherwise healthy which are major failure hazards. There were also many Norway maples and a few sycamores which had reached the point of decline where they would become major safety hazards in the near future, despite not being wholly dead yet. For reference, I've attached a few pictures of a tree that appears healthy but has substantial basal decay (as evidenced by the conks) and a stump from a tree that was in the same condition. [image: image.png] [image: image.png] [image: image.png] Part of our specification for this work was the retention of some of the trees which can be safely left for woodpeckers and other wildlife. Unfortunately, we have also had another outbreak of Oak Wilt in the park between our project planning and the start of work, and we will have to do some additional removals beyond the original scope. There are four phases to the project, plus a replanting program we are planning for after all the work has been completed, to be funded in part by the mitigation fees from the work Pittsburgh Water has been doing in the area. BTW, the HPCC has a good relationship with the City's Forestry Department. These folks love trees as much as you do, and they take their role as stewards of the City's forests and trees very seriously. They have to approve all the trees cut in the parks and any street trees cut for utility work, and have repeatedly assured us that they will opt to prune whenever possible because they do not want to remove trees unnecessarily. *Future Tree Removal Around the Reservoirs* Also, as some of you may know, Pittsburgh Water (PW) has been ordered by the PA Dept of Environmental Protection to remove the trees on the slopes of the two reservoirs, and to conduct other work, to help ensure that the structures remain sound. PW and the Mayor's Office challenged this requirement, but were overruled by the state. Work on the covered reservoir will happen first, and the majority of this work is expected to take place in 2027. This reservoir is off-line but is still needed for storage for the water system. The uncovered reservoir will also be taken off-line, and discussion about its future will be needed at some point down the road. Note that for the trees it removes here or anywhere in the City, PW is required to pay the City funds for replanting. Forestry projects that for this project, for every tree removed, the City will be able to plant 4 or 5 new trees. Because of all the work PW does in the neighborhood and the park, the HPCC regularly meets with them. We have been working with them to schedule public education meeting/s and a design charrette so that the public can understand what's happening and why, ask questions, and provide input into what the area beyond the slope will look like when the work is complete. For example, there will be the opportunity to consider new landscaping and plantings, signage, public art, and trails. The first of those meetings should be held in the next few months. The HPCC will keep you posted! -- Click here to visit our website <https://hpccpgh.org/>

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Affordable Homeownership opportunity in Larimer!
by Ted Melnyk 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

Hi neighbors, We just finished this house a few weeks ago and it turned out great! Please pass it along or reach out to LifeVenture real estate if you're interested or would like to know more. Thanks, Ted [image: 228 Mayflower Flyer.png]

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Book-or-Treat!
by Stephanie Walsh 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

This year, tricker-or-treaters will be treated to a book of their choosing if they visit 1315 N. Sheridan Ave. Thanks to generous friends and neighbors, I've collected an assortment of gently used books for all ages: board books, picture books, early readers, chapter books, and fiction and non-fiction for teens. If you have books you'd like to contribute, feel free to drop them off on my porch. Happy Halloween! Stephanie

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Craftsman Built-In Bookcase/Cabinet
by Sofia Sunseri 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

We have had this for over 20 years and have taken excellent care of it. It has had plexiglass on the front to protect the glass for when kids were small. It was professionally stripped and finished. We have the original shelves which are solid wood, as well. This solid wood all around, no MDF or particleboard. It’s simply a gorgeous, classic piece we just don’t have a place for it. Dimensions Length: top molding - 40 1/4” body - 38 3/4” Height: 58” Depth: top molding - 14 1/4” body - 12 9/16

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Men Trek 7.5 FX Bike For Sale
by ljmr4boys＠verizon.net 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

Excellent Condition men Trek 7.5FX bike for sale. Asking $250. If interested please call at 410-382-8122 or email. TY

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Ward 11 Dist 10 - judge and inspector of Elections
by sabrina 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

Hi neighbors, I noticed that there is no one on the ballot for Judge of election and Inspector of election for Pittsburgh ward 11 District 10. So these are write-in entries. I was wondering if there is anybody “running” for these write-in positions? If anyone is or knows a neighbor who is actively seeking these roles, I would love to be made aware. Thank you! 🙏 ~Sabrina

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jeweler recommendations
by Steven Rine 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

Looking for recommendations for honest jewelers to whom I might sell a couple small gold items and get a fair price. Positive recs only. Thanks in advance. - hasta le bateau, Steve Rine 412-589-8578 *Be alert. The world needs more lerts.*

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FRESH PENNSYLVANIA Turkeys @ Bryant Street Market
by Robert Collins 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

Howdy Y'all It is that time of year again....... Order your fresh Thanksgiving turkey from us. Everything is the same as last year, same farm, same price(amazingly), etc. Hidden Hollow Turkey Farm 4.79 LB. All natural, antibiotic, hormone free......FRESH :) 50.00 deposit required when ordering. Last day to order is Friday November 14th. Pick up days Sunday-Thursday......We will be open Thanksgiving 8-2. Sizes: 10-12 12-14 14-16 16-18 18-20 20-22 22-24 24-26 Seriously, we got so many compliments on these last year it was insane. Call the store or stop by to order As always, we appreciate everyone!!!!! Thanks, Rob & Company Bryant Street Market 5901 Bryant St. Pittsburgh, PA., 15206 412-661-8720 HOURS: 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM 7 DAYS A WEEK !!!

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Looking
by Megan OBrien 26 Oct '25

26 Oct '25

Looking for an Adult Grover Costume (extra small/small), or Grover t-shirt (small or medium) & blue tutu (small) contact: crummiemeals(a)gmail.com

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