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18 Super Creative Problem Solving
The Quaker Valley OM team’s problem-solving techniques earned
them a place at this year’s Odyssey of the Mind World Competition.
21 Special Section: Real Estate
If you’re ready to move, here are 10 ways to be a strong competitor
in the real estate market.
29 Summer’s Local Harvest
Take advantage of this season’s vibrant organic bounty at one of the
local farmers markets in your community.
36 Special Section: Personal Finance
Saving doesn’t always come easy, but with a little planning,
determination and self-control, you can get out of the red.
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45 Endless Summer Fun!
Our 2016 Summer Events Guide is packed with community festivals,
outdoor concerts and movies, family-friendly destinations and other
summertime treats.
Hailey Casto helps her father, Greg, sell apples at the St. James Farmers
Market on Walnut Street in Sewickley. See story on page 29.
PHOTO BY NICOLE TAFE.
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From the Publisher
IN the Loop: What’s News
in Sewickley Area
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IN Good Taste: Michael (Mike)
Remes, Corporate Chef, Burger21
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12 IN Events: Sewickley House Tour
16 IN Events: Introduce a Girl
to Engineering
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Quaker Valley School District News
IN Focus: Sewickley at a Glance
IN Person: Astronaut Mike Fincke
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Industry Insights
Business Spotlights
9 Divorce and Family Law: Strassburger
McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky, Attorneys
at Law
42 Scott & Christie Eyecare Associates
15 Education: Sewickley Academy
35 Cosmetic Surgery: Beleza Plastic Surgery
37 Your Finances: Ameriprise Financial
40 Dealing with Addiction: Gateway Rehab
51 Premier Women’s Health
52 Mow Mulch & More
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