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12 Leading the Way
There are approximately 4,700 cardiothoracic surgeons
in the United States—and less than 4 percent of those
surgeons are women. Allegheny Health Network’s
Dr. Mitsuko Takahashi is one of them.
18 Fall Festival Fever!
As autumn approaches, let the fall fun begin! Pumpkins,
corn mazes, hayrides, applefests and more await.
27 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.
34 On a Mission to Help Others
Through documentary and nonprofit organization, liver
transplant survivor hopes to pay it forward.
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4 From the Publisher
8 IN the Loop: What’s News in
West Jefferson Hills
10 IN Good Taste: Cheryl Tacka and Dave
Sgro, Co-Owners and Chefs, Slate Bistro
16 IN Events: Pleasant Hills Community Day
37 West Jefferson Hills School District News
54 Borough of Jefferson Hills News
59 Jefferson Hills Public Library
64 IN Focus: West Jefferson Hills at a Glance
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IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the West Jefferson 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.
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1 Legal Insight: Covelli Law Offices P.C.
11 Real Estate: Berkshire Hathaway - Darlene Kruth
13 Auto Insurance: Cusumano Insurance Agency
21 Peaceful Resting Place: Jefferson Memorial
63 Eye Health: Associates in Ophthalmology
The West Jefferson Hills School District celebrated
the grand opening of the new Thomas Jefferson
High School on Sunday, August 18, with a special
ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony for
elected officials, board members and invited
guests. A Community Open House was held
from 3 to 8 p.m., with well over 6,000 visitors
in attendance! See story on page 42. Photo by
Primetime Shots.
WEST JEFFERSON HILLS
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