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IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the Ross Township 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
18 Friendship with a Purpose
Pittsburgh Friendship Group lends support and guidance to
the visually impaired.
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.
departments
6 From the Publisher
8 IN the Loop: What’s News in Ross Township
10 IN Good Taste: Michele Bonaventura, Owner
& Chef, and Antoinette Bonaventura, Owner &
Manager, Gran Canal Caffé
12 IN Person: Chelsea Carver
14 IN Events: Ross Township Community Day
40 School District News
48 Township News
70 IN Events: Longvue Acres Garden Club’s Plant
Sale
72 IN Focus: Ross Township at a Glance
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on the cover
Christine Nestrick and her daughter Sabrina
enjoy Ross Community Day. See story and photos
on page 14. Photo by Primetime Shots.
Industry Insights
11 Family Law: Cook & Associates
17 Your Hearing: Swift Audiology
35 Plumbing: Matt Mertz Plumbing, Inc.
Business Spotlights
24 Career Training Academy
36 A-1 Concrete Leveling
Dining Out
16 Emporio: A Meatball Joint
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