IN McKeesport Winter 2016 | Page 22

Mayor’s Corner Michael Cherepko Photo by Gary Yon C it y o f Mc Kee spo rt N e ws cKeesportt cKeespor “M erry Christmas and Happy New Year,” from the City of McKeesport. We’ve been blessed with a season of fantastic events and a wonderful community with whom we can share them. In this edition of In McKeesport Area Magazine, readers can look back on the city’s Christmas events – the Salute to Santa Parade and Festival of Trees – as well as fall favorites such as the Halloween Parade and Youth Tennis Clinic. Despite inclement weather for a handful of our events, the city came together to share the spirit of the season. At this time of year, especially, it’s important to recognize how welcomi