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IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the North Allegheny 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.
fall 2016
24 Freedom’s Reflection
Wexford artist Rima El-Hajje illuminates the evolution of
immigration in award-winning painting.
27 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.
35 Your Guide to Fall Fun
Here’s a list of some of the fabulous fall festivals and
spooktacular events in your area.
42 Pet Project
Hope Haven Farm Sanctuary gives abused, neglected animals
a second chance.
45 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.
55 Cultural District Comes to Your Backyard
The Citizens Bank Children’s Theater Series is bringing
enthralling storybooks to life at North Allegheny’s Marshall
Middle School.
58 Cutting-Edge Start-Up Leading Robot Revolution
Local robotics pioneer Jorgen Pedersen wins prominent award.
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4 From the Publisher
8 IN the Loop: What’s News in North Allegheny
12 IN Good Taste: Michele Bonaventura,
Owner & Chef, and Antoinette Bonaventura,
Owner & Manager, Gran Canal Caffé
14 IN Person: North Allegheny’s Mehrnaz Tiv
16 IN Events: Longvue Acres Garden Club’s Plant Sale
18 IN Events: Bradford Woods Couples Club Annual Play
20 IN Events: Franklin Park Community Day
22 IN Events: Marshall Township Community Day
60 Northland Library
62 School District News
64 IN Focus: North Allegheny at a Glance
on the cover
Isolde Rittenberger of McCandless
has her face painted to match
her dog during Franklin Park
Community Day. See photos on
page 20. Photo by Kathy Rudolph.
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Industry Insights
13 Treating Addiction: Gateway Rehab
17 Funeral Services: Sperling Funeral
19 Chiropractics: The Joint Chiropractic
23 Family Law: McMorrow Law
30 Child Care: The Goddard School
32 Education: Sewickley Academy
41 Clothing Care: Owl Cleaners
48 Home Repair: A-1 Concrete Leveling
Business Spotlights
52 84 Lumber Co.
54 Cleantown USA
57 Diamond Design
Jewelers of Wexford
63 Village Land Co. LLC
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