Northbound section of Route 88 to close
Beginning today, the northbound lane of Route 88 from McNeilly Road to Route 51 in Overbrook will be closed from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. The southbound lane will remain open.
The inbound lane is being closed to allow Duquesne Light crews to move utility poles in preparation for the widening of the road, which will begin in March, said John Facchiano, vice president of Michael Facchiano Contracting Inc. of Mt. Lebanon, the general contractor hired for the road work.
Northbound traffic will be detoured to Connor Road, Route 19 and back to Route 51. Facchiano said the traffic restriction is likely to be in place for four weeks, but could be longer depending upon weather conditions.
Baldwin-Whitehall seeks panelists for budget committee
The Baldwin-Whitehall School District is forming a budget review committee to provide recommendations to the board in development of the district's annual budget. The committee will study the budget proposed for the 2002-03 school year and make recommendations regarding revenues and expenditures.
Individuals interested in serving on the committee can obtain an application at the district administrative office, 4900 Curry Road, or by calling (412) 885-7810. Applications must be submitted to the superintendent by Friday.
Seven for Seven Event scheduled next month
Baldwin High School Football Parents will hold the Baldwin Fighting Highlanders 4th Annual Seven for Seven Event featuring Monte Carlo, lottery, day at the races and Chinese auction from 2:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17 at Bradley House, 5239 Brownsville Road.
The donation is $20 per ticket, with food and beverages provided.
For more information or tickets, call Mary Jo at (412) 343-9792 or Debbie at (412) 885-1113.
Program to discuss how to talk with kids
The health and safety committee of the Baldwin-Whitehall Council of PTAs is sponsoring a program, "Talking to Our Children About Our Changing World," from 7 to 9 p.m. Feb. 19 at Harrison Middle School auditorium.
This program, presented by Bob Burley, an educator and consultant in the fields of multicultural education, conflict resolution and diversity.
For more information and reservations, call Lois Erdman at (412) 882-1042. Baby-sitting will be offered with advance registration.
Concert to feature Grammy nominee
Baldwin Highlander Music Patrons will present jazz legend and three-time Grammy nominee Maynard Ferguson and Big Bop Nouveau in concert at 7:30 p.m. April 26 at the high school auditorium.
All seats are $15 and reserved. Call (412) 207-7730 for ticket ordering information.
St. Valentine sets registration dates
St. Valentine School will hold registration for new students in kindergarten through eighth grade from 8 to 11 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. Feb. 7 at the school library, 2710 Ohio St., Bethel Park. Preschool registration for 3- and 4-year-olds will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Feb. 2 at the Newman House, the building located at the top of the parish grounds.
Health records and a birth certificate or baptismal certificate are needed to process school registration.
A birth certificate is required for preschool registration. Preschool for 3-year-olds will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays; the program for 4-year-olds will be held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
For more information, call (412) 835-3780.
South Fayette to discuss park plans
The South Fayette Township Department of Parks and Recreation will conduct a public meeting to discuss the Comprehensive Park, Recreation and Open Space Plan at 7 tonight in the municipal building on Millers Run Road.
This plan will set the path of the township's parks and recreation for the next 10 years.
