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23 Special Section: Remix, Remodel, Remake
Improving your home is synonymous with improving
your life. Here are some amazing ways to transform your
home into a place you never want to leave.
40 From Mount Errigal to Mt. Lebanon
Irish dance has worldwide appeal.
42 Special Section: Family Law
The most common questions — and expert answers
— on personal injury, marriage, divorce, child support,
adoption, guardianship and more.
44 The Mt. Lebanon Cycling and Caffeine Club
Mt. Lebanon’s Cycling & Caffeine Club promotes
year‑round fun and fitness.
49 Celebrate Spring
Welcome the warmer weather with our guide to the
spring events and festivals in your area.
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56 Special Section: Insurance
Insurance acts as a safety net for life’s unexpected
turns, and determining the right policy for your specific
situation is key.
62 Suburban Highlanders Carry on
Mt. Lebanon Cycling and Caffeine Club members (l to r):
Steve Ayer, Rocky Raco, Chris Mayhew, Dave Bodnar (founder),
Matt Noecker, Carl Kelly and Bill Ehler. See story on page 44.
Photo by Peter Khan.
Centuries‑Old Musical Traditions
The first Bagpipe Society in the U.S. was established in
Pittsburgh in 1899 — and this ancient instrument has
even found its way into Mt. Lebanon.
67 Gardens Galore
departments
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From the Publisher
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IN Good Taste: Chris Slaney,
Chef and General Manager,
Pazzo An Italian Bistro
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IN Person: D-Day Veteran
Norman Waldman
IN the Loop: What’s News
in Mt. Lebanon
Spring is the perfect time to visit a local public garden or
even join a garden club!
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IN Events: St. Lucy’s Auxiliary to
the Blind 52nd Medallion Ball
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IN Events: WOMEN of SWPA
Celebrates Symphony of Food
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Mt. Lebanon Public Library
9 Strassburger McKenna Gutnick &
Gefsky
15 Cool Springs Fitness
34 Premier Granite & Stone LLC
Mt. Lebanon residents can enjoy farm-fresh foods
thanks to The Family Cow’s deliveries to customers
throughout PA.
IN Focus: Mt. Lebanon at a Glance
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Business Spotlights
74 Modern Milk Man
Industry Insights
36 Higgins Professional Wall Coverings
& Painting, Inc.
55 Padgett Business Services
60 Torrente of Upper St. Clair
65 Seton LaSalle Catholic High School
24 Mold Removal: Mold Men of
Pittsburgh
39 Your Taxes: Reddinger, Will,
Gallagher & Dickert LLC
47 Men’s Health: Low T Complete
Clinic
57 Renter’s Insurance: Andrew M. Goff
Agency
73 Parenting: The Goddard School
87 How Healthy is Your Home?:
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