CONTENT
IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the Shaler 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.
summer 2017
18 On Top of the World
Shaler Area Varsity Cheerleading squad dominates World
Championships.
21 Special Real Estate Section: Home Sweet Home!
Timely advice for consumers ready to buy, sell or build a
home.
29 Cool It!
If you need some relief from summer’s relentless sunshine,
here’s the scoop on some of the local ice cream and frozen
treat stores in your neighborhood.
32 Old Sport, New Club
North Pitt United Rugby Club introduces young athletes to
classic game.
36 Summer Staycation
Take a break with your family this summer without breaking
the bank. Staycations are a great way to rediscover
recreation and relaxation right in your own backyard (or
close to it)!
42 Library Revival
Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) libraries
are at the epicenter of shifts in education and w orkforce
development.
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on the cover
Mark your calendar for this year’s Community
Day celebration on Tuesday, July 4, at Kiwanis
Park. For more information, see page 49. Photo
by Jeff McKenna.
From the Publisher
IN the Loop: What’s News in Shaler
IN Good Taste: Waffles, INCaffeinated
IN Events: ‘A Taste of Shaler Area’ Benefits
Education Foundation
IN Events: First Annual Millvale Music Festival
Township of Shaler News
Shaler Area School News
IN Focus: Shaler at a Glance
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Industry Insights
11 Financial Focus: Edward Jones - Matt Dudkowski
17 Life Insurance: Farmers Insurance - Anthony Passarelli
34 Opioid Epidemic: Perman Funeral Home, Inc.
Business Spotlights
23 Northwood - Dave Bryant
45 Peace Dental
Professional Profile
25 Howard Hanna - Jordana Zober Cutitta
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