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IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the Bethel Park area and its comprising municipalities by focusing on the talents and gifts of the people who live and work here. Our goal is to provide readers with the most informative and professional regional publication in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
features
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Benjamin Franklin Elementary School fourth grade teacher Katherine Meucci( right) and Bethel Park High School marketing teacher Emily Smoller were among 12 finalists honored at a ceremony on December 5 in Hershey, where the 2017 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year was named by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. See story on page 44. Photo by Primetime Shots. spring 2017
6 Library Revival Allegheny County Library Association( ACLA) libraries are at the epicenter of shifts in education and workforce development.
18 Bethel Women’ s Club Celebrates 75th Anniversary One of Bethel Park’ s first civic clubs still serves the community today.
21 Special Section: Home Improvement Get inspired with these amazing smart home, outdoor kitchen and bathroom makeover ideas.
37 All Things Spring! Shed your winter coat and get started on this list of fun ways to enjoy the spring season— right in your own backyard.
departments
4 From the Publisher 8 IN the Loop: What’ s News in Bethel Park 12 IN Good Taste: Buzz, Sushi Chef, Umai 14 IN Person: Author Lori Hedderman 44 Bethel Park School District News 56 IN Focus: Bethel Park at a Glance
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Industry Insights |
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Parenting: The Goddard School |
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Living Trusts: Betty Dillon Attorney at Law |
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Your Hearing: Swift Audiology |
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Your Finances: Ameriprise Financial( Jonathan Martin) |
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Insurance: Bill Flinn Agency |
Business Spotlights |
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Torrente of Upper St. Clair |
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Cool Springs Associates |
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Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center |
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PEAK Research LLC |
32 Professional Profiles
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