CONTENT
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 2019
18 World-Class Training
Tim Merolillo of Wexford offers a unique gym experience
at Elite Custom Fitness.
22 Fall Festival Fever!
As autumn approaches, let the fall fun begin! Pumpkins,
corn mazes, hayrides, applefests and more await.
32 Thunderbirds Soar
Pittsburgh Thunderbirds aim for “Ultimate” success.
37 Special Section: Education
Whether it’s choosing a college major, deciding on
a trade school, saving for college or managing post-
college debt, here are some ways to help you navigate
a path through higher education.
48 Taste of Honey
Marshall Township’s favorite beekeeper sells his “liquid
gold” to locals.
departments
4 From the Publisher
8 IN the Loop: What’s News in
North Allegheny
12 IN Good Taste: Glenn and Lisa Hawley,
Owners, Napa Prime Chophouse
14 IN Person: Franklin Park Borough
Manager Rege Ebner
16 IN Events: Franklin Park Borough’s Festival
in the Park
52 North Allegheny School District News
54 Northland Library
56 IN Focus: North Allegheny at a Glance
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Industry Insights
11 Elder Care: Zacharia Brown
13 Skincare: Clearskin Solutions
21 Family Law: McMorrow Law
29 Funeral Services: Sperling Funeral
35 Real Estate: Berkshire Hathaway - Dawn U’Ren
44 Early Education: The Goddard School
Business Spotlights
51 Matt Mertz Plumbing, Inc.
53 Christmas Decor Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Thunderbirds’ Max Sheppard, #1, takes
flight against the Indy AlleyCats. The ultimate
Frisbee team’s home games take place at J.C.
Stone Field in North Park. See story on page 32.
Photo by Ed Thompson.
NORTH ALLEGHENY
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FALL 2019
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