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IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing , encouraging and promoting the Ross Township area and its comprising municipalities by focusing on the talents and gifts of the people who live and work here . Our goal is to provide readers with the most informative and professional regional publication in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania .
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14 Serving it Up Through Generations Ross Township ’ s Kretzler ’ s Tavern delights customers in its third generation of family ownership .
17 Special Section : Home Improvement Get inspired with these amazing smart home , outdoor kitchen and bathroom makeover ideas .
26 Library Revival Allegheny County Library Association ( ACLA ) libraries are at the epicenter of shifts in education and workforce development .
29 All Things Spring ! Shed your winter coat and get started on this list of fun ways to enjoy the spring season — right in your own backyard .
34 Parks & Recreation Whether you love to bird-watch , picnic , bike or fish , there ’ s a perfect park nearby to help put some spring back in your step .
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The facilities employ state-of-the-art technology with a focus on sustainability , maximizing resource management in your township . Pictured ( l to r ): Doug Sample , Manager ; Commissioner Steve Korbel ; Rick Minsterman , Gateway Engineering ; Mike Funk , Director Public Works ; Commissioner Lana Mazur ; Commissioner Dave Mikec ; Commissioner Dan DeMarco ; Commissioner Jack Betkowski ; Commissioner Rick Avon ; Commissioner Jeremy Shaffer and former Commissioner Paul Trilli . See story on page 46 . Photo by Primetime Shots .
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2 From the Publisher 6 IN the Loop : What ’ s News In Ross Township 8 IN Good Taste : Patrick Kaderka , Executive Chef , and Elizabeth Thompson , Chef de Cuisine , Bruneaux Restaurant
10 IN Person : North Hills High School senior
Melanie Zeitler 12 IN Events : 2016 Jack and Jill Presentation Ball 38 School District News 46 Township News 72 IN Focus : Ross Township at a Glance
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Industry Insights
5 Your Hearing : Swift Audiology 16 Family Law : Cook & Associates 20 Plumbing : Matt Mertz Plumbing , Inc . 22 Home Repair : A-1 Concrete Leveling 28 Catholic School Celebration : Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic
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Business Spotlights |
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Matt Mertz Plumbing , Inc . |
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Good Looks Eyewear |
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Schellhaas & Sons Funeral Home |
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