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06.03.11
Remembering

A color guard of veterans led the Avonworth communities’ annual Memorial Day parade in Emsworth and Ben Avon.

08.26.11
Antelopes: Don’t change what works

By JIM RUMBLE

With the 2011 football season about to get underway, new Avonworth head coach Duke Johncour seems optimistic about taking over a program that has done a complete turnaround over the last several years.

Gone is former head coach Jason Kekseo, who compiled a 31-6 record over the last three seasons that included two conference titles and two appearances in the WPIAL semis.

"The program was established and that's a good thing," said Johncour.

"I'm coming into a very good situation. The kids are working hard, but we have a lot of holes to fill," he added.

06.03.11
Crossing guard’s friendly greetings will be missed

After enjoying over a decade of retirement from his job as a lab technician for H. H. Robinson Co., Herb Mcluckie of Emsworth returned to the work force four years ago to take up a new career that could only be described as being a labor of love.

Hard to think of serving as a crossing guard in such lofty terms, but just ask Herb and you'll get an answer that expresses his love for the people he greets and guards every morning and afternoon at the intersection of Oxford and New Brighton Road in Ben Avon Heights.

02.18.11
Flames win second game against Antelopes

By MEL PERKINS

The Northgate Flames honored their seniors last Friday night by downing the ‘Lopes from Avonworth for the second time this season. The Flames and the Antelopes battled hard in what turned out to be another hard fought rivalry game.

The Flames jumped on top early, as senior guard Matt Garrison knocked down a 3-point shot to get the Flames off and running. Northgate took advantage of their inside game by working the ball in to Josh Douglass and Jon Girvin, and outscored Avonworth 17-9 in the first quarter

02.18.11
Obituaries 2-18-11

John Kaclik John Gabriel "Gabe" Kaclik, 83, of Ohio Township and Punta Gorda, FL, died Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2011.

02.04.11
Northgate hopes to clinch playoff spot despite loss to Beaver Falls

By MEL PERKINS

The Northgate Flames (4-6, 8-10) played host Tuesday night to a very good and speedy Beaver Falls basketball team. The Flames found themselves in a track meet with the Tigers (8-0, 13-5), and when it was all said and done, the Flames just couldn't keep up.

01.14.11
Costa scores 1,000; ‘Lopes take section lead

By JIM RUMBLE

It was an admirable week for the Avonworth girls’ basketball team, one that saw the Lady ‘Lopes take sole possession of the top spot in section 6AA with two wins, and senior guard Catherine "Cat" Costa reach the 1,000 point mark of her career.

Costa attained her mark on Thursday, Jan. 6, when the 'Lopes played at Quaker Valley and defeated the Quakers 49-21.

Avonworth hosted Sto-Rox on Monday, Jan. 10, and defeated the Vikings 54-37 to up their overall record to 10-1 and 4-0 in section play.

12.17.10
Young Northgate team opens season with win

By MEL PERKINS

The Northgate Flames' 2010-11 varsity basketball team led by coach Perry Harrop, in his second year coaching the Flames, hit the hardwood Tuesday night for their home opener. The Flames didn't disappoint their fans, as they opened up with an exciting win against the Cougars from Carlynton High School.

04.16.10
Players, coach honored

The Avonworth girls’ basketball team landed two players on the all-section first team.

Senior center Tara Gallupe and junior guard Catherine Costa were selected, while sophomore forward Lauren Mayernik was an honorable mention.

Gallupe also was selected as the MVP of the section, while coach Bob Schulz was picked as the coach of the year in section 6AA.

All selections were made by coaches within the section.

02.26.10
“St. Pitty’s Day” events

Animal Friends will host a "St. Pitty's Day" Pit Bull Adopt-a-thon on March 7.

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pit Bulls and Pit Bull mixes will be strolling around Animal Friends. There will be games and treats, Pit Bull education, a “Pitty Kissing Booth,” and “Pot O' Gold” specials in the boutique.

Many of the Pit Bulls' adoption donations will be underwritten by volunteers.

02.19.10
Flames set sights on next year

After losing the last three games of the season and finishing 3-17, the Northgate boys' basketball team will hope that the game-time experiences gained by the younger players this year will carry over into a more successful season next year.

And with the Flames' top two leading scorers returning next year, it looks like they already have a headstart. But that's not to say that the boys will be taking it easy in the offseason.

"We are going to do a lot over the spring and fall and we will be ready for next year," head coach Perry Harrop said.

11.13.09
Football all-stars named

Avonworth running back Jimmy Zubik is the Class A Eastern Conference offensive player of the year. He also was named first team running back for the Eastern Conference All-Star team.

Other first team selections include offensive tackle Milton Loop, defensive lineman Mike Simmons, and linebacker Eddie Kurtz.

Second team selections include tight end Ben Kramer, offensive guard Matt Mamich and kicker Houston Hunt. Defensive second team selections are Mamich and Jeff Wehner.

08.14.09
News Briefs

Budget cuts?

Avonworth administrators may look to budget cuts for Avonworth Elementary School in order to provide additional consulting services at the school.

Board treasurer Frank Mucha said at the board's regular meeting on Monday that the district is looking at entering into an agreement with John Esaias for consulting services for the first semester of this school year.

The agreement would pay Esaias $50 per hour, to work two days a week, at a cost not to exceed $12,500.