CONTENT
fall 2019
10 Thunderbirds Soar
Pittsburgh Thunderbirds aim for “Ultimate” success.
14 Fall Festival Fever!
As autumn approaches, let the fall fun begin! Pumpkins,
corn mazes, hayrides, applefests and more await.
19 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.
26 From Greens to Green Space
Allegheny Land Trust launches public campaign
to protect former Churchill Valley Country Club as
community green space.
28 The Great Outdoors
Looking to get outside and enjoy what’s left of summer?
A hike or bike ride is the perfect way to recharge. There
are dozens of scenic trails to choose from in the area —
all unique and worth visiting at least once.
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on the cover
IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the Penn Hills 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.
On Aug. 3, Penn Hills residents celebrated
SummerFest at Turner Friendship Park
along Hunter Road. Kids and adults
enjoyed food trucks, live music, carnival
games, fireworks and a petting zoo that
included miniature horses, donkeys, mules,
miniature llamas, sheep, goats, bunnies,
ducks and chickens. See story on page 8.
Photo by Damon Perrott.
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departments
2 From the Publisher
4 IN the Loop: What’s News in Penn Hills
6 IN Good Taste: David Montanez, Chef and
Owner, Madero Cantina
8 IN Events: Penn Hills Celebrates
SummerFest
32 IN Focus: Penn Hills at a Glance
PENN HILLS
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FALL 2019
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