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IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the McKeesport 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.
spring 2020
8 Revolutionary Repurposing
412 Food Rescue responds to the disconnect between
food waste, hunger and environmental sustainability.
10 Spring Bucket List
Make the most of the warmer weather and add these
activities to your to-do list when spring rolls around.
16 Special Section: Refresh, Repair, Replace
Spring is a time of new beginnings, so it’s the perfect
time to start that home improvement project you’ve
been putting off. Here’s some advice and tips on
getting it done.
20 Take a Hike
After being indoors all winter, a spring hike or bike ride
is the perfect way to recharge. There are dozens of
scenic trails to choose from in your area—all unique
and worth visiting at least once.
departments
2 From the CEO
4 IN the Loop: What’s News in
McKeesport
5 IN Good Taste: Josh Toney, Owner and
Chef, Big Rig’s BBQ
23 City of McKeesport News
32 McKeesport Area School District News
40 IN Focus: McKeesport at a Glance
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See Excela Health
on pages 14-15
on the cover
The City of McKeesport, through the state Department of Community and Economic Development,
secured $450,000 in annual funding from private investors who will contribute for six consecutive
years to downtown development projects and neighborhood improvements. Pictured are state
Sen. James R. Brewster (left) and Mayor Michael Cherepko walking on Fifth Avenue to discuss
development opportunities. See story on page 26.
MCKEESPORT AREA
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SPRING 2020
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