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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 .
summer 2024
40 features
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The 65th Thomas Jefferson High School Commencement was held June 4 at TJ Stadium . Among the 242 members of the Class of 2024 , 161 posted at least a 3.2 gradepoint average , with 69 seniors earning Highest Honors ( 4.0 GPA or higher ). See story on page 40 . Photo by Primetime Shots .
12 Having a Field Day Alec Warden is trading in his Jaguar jersey for a Nittany Lion this fall , as he realizes his goal of playing for a Division 1 school with Penn State Baseball .
14 Days of Summer ! Your guide to the best festivals , fairs , outdoor concerts and more !
21 Rollin ’ on the Rivers , Lakes and Ponds Here are some fabulous locations to enjoy water activities in your neck of the woods .
25 No Place Like Home What you need to know if you ’ re dipping your toe into the housing market this summer .
departments
4 From the CEO 8 IN the Loop : What ’ s News in
West Jefferson Hills 10 IN Good Taste : Joey Hilty , Owner and Chef ;
Emily Slagel , Co-Owner , The Vandal 38 West Jefferson Hills School District News 52 Borough of Jefferson Hills News 60 Pleasant Hills Borough News 64 IN the Burgh : A Wild Adventure Awaits at the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium
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Industry Insights 1 Legal Insight : Covelli & Piscione Law Offices , P . C . 9 Homeowner ’ s Insurance : Cusumano Insurance Agency , Inc . 24 Non-Surgical Therapy for Joint Pain : Whitehall Health Centre
Professional Profile 11 Pollok Begg – Family Law Firm
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