At the library: Here are some upcoming events at Cooper-Siegel and Sharpsburg libraries
The Cooper-Siegel Community Library and its Sharpsburg branch offer a variety of programming for visitors of all ages. To view a complete list of offerings, visit coopersiegel.librarycalendar.com. Events at both libraries are listed and can be viewed according to age group and location. Registration is required for most programs as...
Fox Chapel catcher happy to cap career in softball all-star game
Fox Chapel’s Ava Walmsley didn’t get the opportunity to cap her high school softball career with a win. That’s OK with Walmsley, who was glad to be a part of the Western Pennsylvania Softball Showcase on June 16 at Plum. Walmsley, who played on Team Black, which surrendered a two-run...
Even with ever-changing lineups, Fox Chapel crew turns in strong results
Fox Chapel crew coach Stephanie Meinert wants to see how things develop. There’s no pressure to write a lineup in permanent marker. As new generations come into the program, there are always adjustments to be made. “We are atypical,” Meinert said. “Just because an athlete is a freshman, they may...
Water storage tanks are planned for O’Hara land currently owned by Pittsburgh Diocese
O’Hara land long owned by the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh could be used in future years to house water storage tanks. The Hampton Shaler Water Authority wants to buy 2 acres at Kirkwood Drive and Cascades Way. The property is 76 acres total, largely used for the St. Mary Roman...
Cobbler lifestyle a family affair for owners of Fox Chapel Shoe Service
Chuck Carlson puts his heart and soul into repairing and restoring soles as a professional cobbler. He operates Fox Chapel Shoe Service in O’Hara, working seven days a week to meet customer demand for custom leather repairs on shoes, belts, accessories, luggage, hand bags and more. The cobbler lifestyle is...
Incoming president of Fox Chapel Rotary Club hopes to expand charitable reach, increase membership
Donald Shaw of O’Hara is gearing up for his next volunteer chapter. Shaw, 74, is president-elect of the Fox Chapel Area Rotary Club and will begin his one-year term on July 1. He also serves as the chairperson of club programs. “I like everybody at the club,” said Shaw of...
Funnel Cake Friday’s Touch-a-Truck gathering puts kids in the driver’s seat in Sharpsburg
James Stephens was ready to move some earth sitting in the driver’s seat of a Sharpsburg backhoe. The Pittsburgh youth had his hands on the wheel and the readiness of a public works foreman. However, no work would be done June 12 as the heavy machinery was only for display...
‘Friends’ group created to advocate for Cooper-Siegel, Sharpsburg libraries
The Community Library Association is looking for new friends. The association, which represents Cooper-Siegel Community Library in Fox Chapel and Sharpsburg Community Library, created a Friends of CLA group to supplement fundraising, volunteerism and advocacy. Nonprofit Friends groups have been around since the 1920s, with the first organization founded in...
Fire-ravaged Trinity United Church of Christ in Indiana Township to be demolished and rebuilt
Barbara Walker said she had a lump in her throat before the news was delivered Monday night. She was among about 30 people who gathered to learn the future of Trinity United Church of Christ in Indiana Township, which was heavily damaged by fire May 6. “I grew up in...
More Indiana Township residents weigh in on proposed housing development
Indiana Township residents may have to wait at least two months before action is taken on a proposed 172-unit planned residential development. Mars-based Weaver Homes is the builder of the planned residential development (PRD) situated at the intersection of Cove Run Road and Field View Lane. Its developer is called...
In brief: Happenings from across the Fox Chapel Herald area
To have your news or event listed in our briefs section, email editor Marje Horvath at mhorvath@triblive.com. Seeking neighbor nods The Fox Chapel Herald welcomes reader nominations for its weekly Neighbor Spotlight profile, which features residents of communities within the Fox Chapel Area School District. To nominate a neighbor, email...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of June 14, 2026
Aspinwall Bruce Crocker to Daniel James and Abigail Shannon McCormick at 115 Fifth St. for $606,000. Fox Chapel Estate of Charels Pauli to Stephen Robinson trustee at 418 Fox Chapel Road for $3,250,000. Robert Hague to William Howard Matchen at 202 West Drive for $448,500. Indiana Township Allan Quackenbush to...
Shady Side Academy runners go the distance to highlight 2025-26 school year in sports
The Shady Side Academy girls cross country program had a strong group of runners who collected many medals over the past few seasons. With the Bulldogs’ seasoned veterans returning, plus the addition of a key freshman, Shady Side Academy won the PIAA Class A championship for the first time in...
Foxes leave the den: Class of 2026 lauded at commencement
Fox Chapel Area School District officials celebrated the Class of 2026 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum in Oakland. About 325 seniors tossed their caps at the conclusion of the ceremony June 7. Some caps had custom messages and college logos indicating future plans. Many gathered with family...
Sharpsburg selects new garbage hauler for next year, bills to decrease
Sharpsburg residents will see their garbage bills decrease next year as the borough recently approved a five-year contract with a new hauler. Council voted 6-0 on May 28 to award an estimated $2.575 million contract to Belle Vernon-based County Hauling. Councilman David Breingan was absent. The current contract with Waste...
More than a footnote: O’Hara doctor combines love of history, writing and military service
A retired Navy captain, husband, father, musician, historian, author and golf enthusiast is embracing a new chapter in his life with the recent publication of “Leatherneck Physician: The Life and Legacy of Rear Admiral Eugene R. Hering Jr.” Dr. Eugene “Gene” H. Ginchereau of O’Hara is an expert on the...
Harvest Fair collecting ‘treasures’ for fall fundraiser
When the temperature finally heats up, it’s time to start thinking about fall, joked Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church volunteer Carol Huff. A longtime helper at the church Harvest Fair, scheduled Sept. 11-12, Huff said collections for the annual two-day event are underway. Volunteers are accepting clothes, jewelry, furniture, decor and...
Greensburg Salem superintendent will take new job in Fox Chapel at summer’s end
Greensburg Salem School District Superintendent Kenneth Bissell will leave the district after this summer for a job in the Fox Chapel Area School District. At a special meeting Wednesday night, the board voted to keep Bissell on as acting superintendent through Aug. 31 — his contract is set to expire...
Fox Chapel Area School Board approves $125.5M 2026-27 budget with 3.1% tax hike
Fox Chapel Area School District property owners will see their real estate tax bills go up by 3.1% to help balance next school year’s estimated $125.5 million budget. The board voted 8-1 on June 8 to pass its 2026-27 spending plan with a millage increase from 22 mills to 22.6898...
Sharpsburg reestablishes environmental advisory council, seeks volunteers
Sharpsburg is seeking volunteers for its reestablished Environmental Advisory Council. The borough created the EAC via a resolution in 2017. Its main purpose was to offer guidance to the borough on environmental issues. It also helped promote environmental health through borough cleanup events and tree plantings. However, participation fizzled about...
Fox’s Pizza Den in O’Hara set to reopen under new ownership
A Hampton couple is adding a pizza shop to their growing portfolio of businesses. Ian McMillan and Matthew Dailey, both 32, are the new co-owners of Fox’s Pizza Den in O’Hara. They also own Premier Postal Plus in Buffalo Township and The Shipping Depot in Hampton. They bought the franchise...
Aspiring teen engineers from Indiana Township shine on world stage
Twelve-year-old Enzo Moschetta was shocked when his name was called as a champion of the KidWind World Challenge, a convergence of 550 students at the University of Wisconsin showing their prowess in clean energy design. “I was really excited,” said Enzo of Indiana Township. “I didn’t think we would make...
Fire-ravaged Trinity United Church in Indiana Township plans next steps
The future of the fire-damaged Trinity United Church of Christ in Indiana Township is uncertain, but parishioners can learn more, and weigh in on next steps, during a special meeting next week. “It will allow us to fill people in on information from architects and engineers, and everything we’ve learned...
In brief: Happenings across the Fox Chapel area
To have your news or event listed in our briefs section, email editor Marje Horvath at mhorvath@triblive.com. Free pizza outing with O’Hara officers rescheduled for June 17 The O’Hara Police Department rescheduled its pizza with police event for 6 to 8 p.m. June 17 in O’Hara Township Community Park. The...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions for the week of June 7, 2026
Aspinwall Anne Stanton Hoover sold property at 124 Emerson Ave. to Deborah Chen for $466,500. Fox Chapel Lois Jacob sold property at 420 Fox Chapel Road to C. Talbot Heppenstall Jr. trustee for $1,650,000. Paul Soske sold property at 210 Rutledge Drive to Girish Ramesh Chavan and Ketaki Desai for...
