Wednesday, May 22, 2013
The watch remains in effect until 10 p.m.
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for Southwestern Pennsylvania, including Allegheny County The watch remains in effect through 10 p.m. Wednesday night, according to the National Weather Service, which says some storms cound be severe with damaging winds. The chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected mainly after 5 p.m. and before midnight. A hazardous weather outlook is also in effect this week, with frosty and potentially freezing conditions possible on Friday and Saturday nights and possibly Sunday. Here's a look at the forecast: Be sure to upload photos or videos of any severe storm weather or storm damage.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Here are some local job listings.
Here are some of the latest job openings in and near the Plum-Oakmont area. To see more information on each job, click on the links below. Shift Supervisor—Rite Aid (Oakmont) This position provides superior customer service by assisting customers with their shopping needs, handling all customer transactions in a timely and courteous manner, and responding to customer complaints/concerns with a sense of urgency to see to their resolution. Administrative Assistant (Plum) The administratibe assistant oversees and manages all office procedures and other tasks as assigned by the CEO. Answers, screens and directs calls. Opens, sorts and distributes incoming correspondence, including faxes and email. Lube Technicians—Jiffy Lube (Monroeville) …
Students spent the day outside on Friday.
Tenth Street Elementary students enjoyed their field day at Riverside Park last week. Students participated in different activities throughout the day. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Allegheny County has compiled important information about Plum, Oakmont, Verona and other municipalities.
Do you know what state senatorial district you live in? Who your county council representative is? Or have you ever given thought to the geography of Plum, Oakmont or Verona boroughs? Allegheny County's website has a municipality map that provides vital information for the three townships—and other municipalities. Just click on the map and a community profile pops up with information such as school district and municipal millage rates, the name of the police chief and fire department information. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Monday, May 20, 2013
The primary election is Tuesday. See which races are contested.
The Pennsylvania primary election is on Tuesday, and there are some contested races in the Plum-Oakmont area. Candidates are seeking their party's nomination to appear on the ballot during the November general election. Here's a look at who is on the ballot: Plum Borough Mayor (1 seat) Republicans—Dave Majernik, Christine Scardina-Gazzo and Joe Tommarello Democrat—Richard Hrivnak Plum School Board (4 seats) Democrats—Salvatore Collella, Kevin Dowdell, Andrew Drake, Dawn Lynn Check, Jim Rogers and Michelle Stepnick. Republicans—Salvatore Collella, Kevin Dowdell, Andrew Drake, Dawn Lynn Check, Jim Rogers and Michelle Stepnick. Verona Borough Council (4 seats) Democrats—Patrick McCarthy Jr., Rhoda Gemellas Worf, William Futules, Peggy …
Find out where to vote, how the Voter ID Law affects you and what to do if you're voting for the first time or at a new polling place.
Here are some quick things you need to know about Tuesday's primary election. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Jerry Parfitt will provide financial leadership at the nonprofit human services agency.
An Oakmont resident will provide financial leadership for a Pittsburgh-based non-profit agency. Jerry Parfitt has been named the chief financial officer at Familylinks, Inc., a nonprofit human services agency serving a wide range of populations and focused on behavioral, social and developmental health issues. Parfitt has a long history of working on the executive team of local health care and nonprofit organizations and will provide financial leadership for the Banksville Road based organization. He previously served as director of finance at Passavant Memorial Homes and Subsidiaries, where he worked since 2006. He also served in the same position at the Allegheny Valley School from 1984 to 2006. Join Patch for more community news or join…
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Have you seen our local Jobs board?
It's never easy looking for work—full-time or otherwise. But Patch is your home for all things Plum, Oakmont and Verona, including job-hunting. That's why we offer our our local Jobs section where you can find employment listings in or near the four communities. The section is free and easy to use and allows readers to sort listings by category, company and/or other options. Start hunting here. By the way, we have a separate page for jobs within Patch. Check that out here. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
There will be lane restrictions.
Motorists traveling along Allegheny Avenue in Oakmont next week should be aware of some restrictions. Beginning on Monday, the curb replacement on the business side of the 200 and 700 blocks—from College to California avenues—of the road will occur. There will be lane restrictions. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Movie showtimes for May 17 to 23.
Here is a list of movies playing at the Oaks Theater in Oakmont from Friday, May 17, to Thursday, May 23. The theater is at 310 Allegheny River Blvd. For more information, call 412-828-6322. The cost is $8 general admission after 6 p.m. Matinees cost $6. General admission for senior citizens, students and youths is $6. Ballet in Cinema tickets cost $15 for general admission and $12 for senior citizen, student and youth tickets. Star Trek Into Darkness (2013) May 17 and 18—2 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. May 19—5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. May 20, 22 and 23—4 p.m. and 7 p.m. May 21—4 p.m. They Live (1988) May 17 and 18—10 p.m. Giselle – Royal Ballet (2013) May 19—2 p.m. May 21—7 p.m. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and …
