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features
fall 2016
16 Big Al Bakes with the Best
Monroeville’s Alex Portis finds continued success after participating in
season two of Food Network’s “Kids Baking Championship.”
21 Special Section: Technology in the Classroom
Social media and technology are changing the way schools and
colleges teach, how students learn and the way teachers and students
communicate.
27 Your Guide to Fall Fun
Here’s a list of some of the fabulous fall festivals and spooktacular events
in your area.
33 Special Section: Home Design Trends
With every new house trend comes inspiration for a makeover to
enhance your home’s functionality. Here are some ideas to take your
living space from so-so to so savvy.
40 Hometown Care
Dr. Bob and Robin Beasley provide an opportunity for free medical care
to those in need throughout the Monroeville and surrounding area with
the help of local volunteers.
42 Happy Trails
IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the Monroeville 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.
Westmoreland Heritage Trail expands along Turtle Creek.
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From the Publisher
IN the Loop: What’s News in Monroeville
IN Good Taste: Eric Delliquadri,
Executive Chef, Gia Visto
IN Person: Author David Finoli
IN Events: Tales Under the Trees
IN Events: Pitcairn Community Day
IN Focus: Monroeville at a Glance
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Industry Insights
7 Estates: Law Offices of Kathleen Schneider
15 Insurance: Rupp Fiore Insurance Management, Inc.
19 Treating Addiction: Gateway Rehab
23 Education: PA Virtual Charter School
Business Spotlights
11 Monroeville Chamber of Commerce
25 Career Training Academy
on the cover
Earlier this year, Gateway Middle School student,
Alex Portis, competed on Food Network’s “Kids
Baking Championship.” He made it more than
halfway through the competition, and even
landed in the top three for some of his creations.
See story on page 16. Photo by Nicole Tafe.
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