CONTENT
IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the Canon-Mac 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.
summer 2018
14 Blazing a Path to Her Future
Canon-Mac sophomore Michelle Blaser
sets her sights on the medical field.
18 Hot Fun in the Summertime!
Whether you want to enjoy the sunshine
outside or cool off indoors, here’s a
summer activity guide filled with festivals,
street fairs, music and more!
34 Special Real Estate Section: On the
Home Front
Buying or selling a home this year? Here’s
what you need to know. Plus, why a local
realtor is key.
departments
4 From the Publisher
8 IN the Loop: What’s News in Canon-Mac
12 IN Good Taste: Vincent Capuano,
Executive Chef and Co‑GM,
Needle & Pin Cocktail Bar & Eatery
52 Canon-Mac School District News
58 North Strabane Township News
64 IN Focus: Canon-Mac at a Glance
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Industry Insights
17 Get Grilling: Miller’s Ace Hardware
21 Veterinary Services: Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty
& Emergency Center (PVSEC)
23 Your Health: Washington Health System
25 Chiropractic: Skraitz Chiropractic
Business Spotlights
30 Lorenzi Building Products
32 Torrente of Upper St. Clair
39 Ben Johnston, Realty One Group
41 Wendy Grandel, Howard Hanna
42 The BrickKicker
44 Mary Eve Kearns, Howard Hanna
63 Hickory Heights Golf Club
Dining Out
29 Jacksons Restaurant + Bar
49 The Porch at Siena
on the cover
CMHS commencement ceremonies took place at Big
Mac Stadium on June 7. Congrats Grads! See story and
photos on page 52. Photo by Ethan Nixon.
CANON-MAC
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SUMMER 2018
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