CONTENT
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.
winter 2019
14 Holiday Magic!
From horse-drawn carriage rides and seasonal light
displays to craft shows and cookie tours, our 2019 holiday
events guide brings cheer to the entire family.
23 Special Section: Building a Better You!
Healthy advice for all stages of life.
34 Winter Wonderland!
Before cabin fever sets in, check out these fun (and
mostly free) outdoor winter activities.
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on the cover
The North Hills High School Wind Ensemble
will perform at the world-renowned Music for
All National Festival in Indianapolis, Indiana, in
March 2020. See story on page 39.
Photo by Primetime Shots.
4 From the CEO
6 IN the Loop: What’s News in
Ross Township
8 IN Good Taste: Courtney Yates, Owner,
Sewickley Tavern
10 IN Person: Ross Powerlifter Freddie Jones
12 IN Events: Ross Township Community Day
and First Annual Classic Car Cruise
37 North Hills School District News
46 Ross Township News
64 IN Focus: Ross Township at a Glance
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Industry Insights
7 Selling Your Home: RE/MAX 360 Realty - Dawn Bierker
9 Counseling: Anchorpoint Counseling Ministry
13 Family Law: Cook & Associates
27 Your Health: Tobacco Free Allegheny
Business Spotlights
30 Hope Hospice
33 Matt Mertz Plumbing, Inc.
ROSS TOWNSHIP
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WINTER 2019
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