Here's a look at where PennDOT crews will be this week.
PennDOT crews will be performing maintenance work in the Plum area this week. Work will occur through Friday, May 10. Here's a look at where crews will be working: Lane closures and restrictions should be expected in work areas. ____________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter. Don't forget to sign up for our daily email newsletter by clicking here.
You might be surprised which breeds top the list according to the Allegheny County treasurer's office.
When it comes to four-legged family members, the Plum, Oakmont and Verona area definitely has its favorite breeds. According to the list of all dog licenses the Allegheny County treasurer's office sold in 2012, the top pooches in the 15139 zip code are: 1. Mixed breed (74) 2. Labrador Retriever (45) 3. Lab Mix (26) 4. Golden Retriever (22) 5. Shih Tzu (21) The top pooches in the 15239 zip code are: 1. Mixed breed (280) 2. Labrador Retriever (192) 3. Lab Mix (119) 4. Golden Retriever (108) 5. Beagle (94) The top pooches in the 15147 zip code are: 1. Mixed breed (227) 2. Labrador Retriever (131) 3. Lab Mix (93) 4. American Pit Bull Terrier (88) 5. German Shepherd (66) What's your favorite breed? Tell is us the comments box below. …
The closing is postponed to Monday, April 15.
The bridge that carries Plum Street over Plum Creek in Oakmont and Penn Hills will be closed to traffic beginning on Monday, April 15, according to PennDOT. The bridge was originally scheduled to be closed long-term on Thursday, April 11, but that has been postponed, PennDOT said. The closure will begin at 7 a.m. on Monday and continue through early July. The bridge area is east of Allegheny River Boulevard near the intersection with Dark Hollow Road. About 2,614 vehicles use this bridge on an average day, according to PennDOT. The $1.2 million project includes replacing the bridge deck, strip seal dams, sidewalk and parapets, and other improvements. The bridge is currently rated structurally deficient, but when the project is complete, …
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Crews will begin the work on Monday, weather permitting
PennDOT crews will be performing maintenance work in the Plum and Oakmont areas this week. Work will occur Monday, April 8 through Friday, April 12, weather permitting. Here's a look at where crews will be working: Lane closures and restrictions should be expected in work areas. To report roadway concerns on state routes and interstates call 1-800-FIX-ROAD. _______________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter. Don't forget to sign up for our dailyemail newsletter by clicking here .
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The bridge is expected to reopen in late June.
The bridge that carries Plum Street over Plum Creek in Oakmont and Penn Hills will be closed to traffic long-term beginning on Thursday, April 11, according to PennDOT. Jim Struzzi, PennDOT spokesman, said the closing is expected to continue through late June while repairs are made to the bridge, currently rated as structurally deficient. About 2,614 vehicles use this bridge on an average day, according to PennDOT. The $1.2 million repair project that involves replacing the bridge deck, strip seal dams, sidewalk and parapets, substructure repairs, spot/zone painting, milling and overlay on the approaches and other improvements. Swank Associated Companies of New Kensington is the prime contractor. Overall work will conclude this fall. When …
Crews will begin the work on Monday, weather permitting.
PennDOT crews will be performing maintenance work in the Plum and Oakmont areas this week. Work will occur Monday, April 1 through Friday, April 5, weather permitting. Here's a look at where crews will be working: Lane closures and restrictions should be expected in work areas. To report roadway concerns on state routes and interstates call 1-800-FIX-ROAD. _______________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter . Don't forget to sign up for our dailyemail newsletter by clicking here .
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There are still plenty of opportunities for children to enjoy the Easter holiday.
Remember to enjoy these upcoming Easter Egg Hunts in the Plum-Oakmont area: Oakmont—Oakmont United Methodist Church will host an indoor egg hunt on Saturday, March 30, at 10:30 a.m. There will be a continental breakfast, crafts, special time with Pastor Linda and an egg hunt. Verona—The Verona Chamber of Commerce's Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, March 30, at 11 a.m. There is no cost to attend, and it will be held at the park next to the Verona Borough Building on East Railroad Avenue. Penn Hills—Trinity Tower UMC Youth Group is sponsoring an Easter Pancake Breakfast and Egg Hunt for children Saturday, March 30. The breakfast begins at 8:30 a.m. and the egg hunt will be at 10 a.m. Cost of the breakfast is $15 for families, $5 per…
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Crews will begin the work Wednesday.
Drainage improvements on Leechburg Road are set to begin on Wednesday, March 20 in Penn Hills Township, according to PennDOT. Crews will be working between Route 380 (Saltsburg Road) and Milltown Road. Lanes will be closed as needed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays through Wednesday, April 10, PennDOT said. Allison Park Contractors, Inc. of Allison Park is doing the work. PennDOT advises motorists to use caution and expect delays when traveling through the area. ___________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter . Don't forget to sign up for our dailyemail newsletter by clicking here .
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Even though it may not feel like spring ...
For more than 20 years, Rita's has been giving away free Italian ice to customers on the first day of spring. Despite being in the 30s, this year is no different! Stop by a Rita's between noon and 9 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20, to get your free Italian ice. The closest locations to the Plum-Oakmont area are: Plum/Monroeville—1717 Golden Mile Highway, Monroeville. Penn Hills—11833 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills. Fox Chapel Plaza—1175 Freeport Road, Fox Chapel. For more locations, click here. Rita's gave away more than 1.2 million cups of Italian ice in 10 hours nationwide last year. ___________________ Plum-Oakmont Patch is on Facebook and on Twitter. Don't forget to sign up for our daily email newsletter by clicking here.
Take a look at our 2013 Easter event list!
Easter 2013 is just around the corner and there are a lot of fun events occurring in the Plum-Oakmont and surrounding areas! Here's a roundup: Easter Egg Hunts (ordered by date) Holiday Park Baptist Church—The church will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 23, at 11 a.m. There will be alot of fun things to do for kids of all ages—games, crafts, bouncing castle, face painting, Easter Egg Hunt, free lunch and more. This event will be held rain, snow or shine. For more information, call 412-793-2242, visit the church's Facebook page, or go to www.hpbchurch.com. Monroeville—The Monroeville Parks and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday, March 23, at 10 a.m. at Monroeville Community Park West, 2399 Tilbrook Rd. All …
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2:22 pm on Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Rolling Hills Church is Verona Pa will also be having an Easter Fun Day on March 23 from 10am until 12pm. Games, prizes, candy, crafts and of course an easter egg hunt. Rolling Hills is located at 120 Gernert Drive, Verona, Pa. more ›
Dawn Swidorsky
6:28 pm on Thursday, April 4, 2013
Carol, your way is definitely better. My house overlooks the truck depot on Plum St and trucks are going in and out all day. more ›