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Handy person/contractor
by Kimberly Latta 12 Jul '23

12 Jul '23

Hello, Neighbors, I recently queried the list for names of reliable contractors or handy persons to fix a drywall. A few of you asked me to share names I received. Unfortunately, no one recommended anyone, and some suggested a few people to stay away from. Kimberly Latta, PhD Highland Park, Pittsburgh Ordinary people with extraordinary vision can redeem the soul of America by getting in what I call good trouble, necessary trouble.--*John Lewis*, 2020. Every year strips us of at least one vain expectation and teaches us to reckon some solid good in its stead. I never will believe that our youngest days are our happiest. - *George Eliot (Mary Ann Evans)*

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Free Latanoprost Eye Drops
by Nancy Levine 12 Jul '23

12 Jul '23

We are no longer using these but hate to throw them out. They are sealed in their original boxes and don’t expire for a year. Perhaps someone can use them. Nancy 🚴🏼‍♀️

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Recommendations for tree service companies: very large trees
by Laura Gordon 11 Jul '23

11 Jul '23

Looking for recommendations on companies that provide care and pruning for very large trees. I've been happy with the company I've been using for 10 years, would be happy to share the details with those who respond, however their estimates are becoming prohibitive, looking for a second opinion. Thanks, Laura

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Many Heavy Plastic Plant Pots Available
by Jill Weiss 11 Jul '23

11 Jul '23

Multiple quantities of heavy duty black plastic pots from plant nurseries available for the taking before they go to Michael’s Brothers Recycling. The largest are 3qt-1 gallon size - there are 20 of those and many smaller ones. Please let me know if you are interested.

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Beautiful mahogany. Furniture for sale
by susan zelicoff 11 Jul '23

11 Jul '23

We have several beautiful mahogany furniture pieces, large and small, available for sale individually. The attached pdf file at the bottom contains more details, measurements, prices and links to additional photos online. I will be posting them on CraigsList soon, but want to offer neighbors the first look/opportunity. Pick up only. Location is between Oakland and Shadyside. Large Mahogany Sideboard, 72” W x 33 H, $795 Top 2 center drawers are deeper and felt-lined and covered for sterling flatware storage. 4 cabinets each have 2 adjustable shelves. Inlaid Mahogany Buffet/Sideboard/Server/Dresser, 4-drawers, made by Hickory Chair. $695 Mahogany Secretary Desk, $395 Inside are two small drawers, 1 small doored cabinet and 6 pigeon holes. Horner Mahogany Vitrine/display cabinet, Made by R. J. Horner, early 20th c., New York, $1,195 3 Adjustable height glass shelves. Marble top and decorative top edge metal ‘railing’. French Empire revival, round pedestal side table - Mahogany Made by Baker Furniture Milling Road. Created in the 1990’s. $2,349

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Follow-up from city on Town Hall with Mayor Gainey
by Highland Park Community Council 11 Jul '23

11 Jul '23

Hello Neighbors, Last month, the Mayor's Office provided us a link with its answers to follow-up questions from the April 11th Town Hall meeting with Mayor Gainey. I'm sorry for the delay getting it out to you. If you have additional follow-up questions, please reach out to Rebekkah Ranallo, Neighborhood Services Senior Management with the Mayor's Office, at Rebekkah.ranallo(a)pittsburghpa.gov or 412.522.7499. April_11_2023_Highland_Park_Town_Hall_question_cards_.pdf (amazonaws.com) <https://hdp-us-prod-app-pgh-engage-files.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/3016/85…> -- Click here to visit our website <https://hpccpgh.org/>

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Roofer and Plumbing Recommendations
by Chris Riley 10 Jul '23

10 Jul '23

My regular plumber died this past year and the roofer I have used phone has been off for over a week. I'm looking for recommendations for both to do some repairs at my house. My roof has 2 leaks somewhere and a pipe is leaking somewhere in my one wall. Please leave anyone you have had good experiences with INCLUDING anyone I should avoid. Thanks neighbors!

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HVAC (boiler/radiators specifically) recommendation?
by Lacy & Matt Ruffalo 10 Jul '23

10 Jul '23

Hi all- We're interested in having our old boiler replaced, hopefully before this winter -- does anyone have any recommendations for good HVAC people who specialize in boiler/radiator heat? Thanks! Lacy & Matt

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Looking for an exterior house painter
by Susan Rothmeyer 10 Jul '23

10 Jul '23

Hello! We are looking for someone to paint the exterior of our house. Please let me know if you have any recommendations. Thank you! Susan Sent from my iPhone

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Free Iris Tubers
by Susan Ryan 10 Jul '23

10 Jul '23

Yesterday, we dug up our iris and divided them, resulting in over 80 tubers. Available on the curb at 6020 Wellesley Ave, uphill side from Highland, 3rd house on right. Bring a bag and perhaps take a limit of 10? Plant fairly soon: 1. I think it is ok to use scissors and trim the roots to about 5 inches. Otherwise it is difficult to get the many long roots into the hole you dig. 2. Dig a hole deep enough to bury the roots, see #4. 3. If you have some bulb fertilizer like "Bulb Tone" put about 1 tsp. in each hole and mix it in. It might help with a deeper flower color (?) 4. Lay the tuber horizontally in the hole, and cover with soil. But leave the top of the tuber just visible above the soil. Space 3-4 inches apart as they will multiply. Water. Lots of instructions are online too, of course.

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