State Rep. Anita Kulik reminds us that Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer, honors those who sacrificed their lives for freedom. The holiday evolved from a post-Civil War observance to a day remembering all military personnel who died in duty. It's a time for reflection, family gatherings and gratitude for our rights.
West Hills Gazette
At the PIAA Track and Field Championships, Moon Area sophomores Rachel Stepp and Nathan Kustra excelled, winning multiple medals. Stepp earned silver in the girls 400 meters and placed seventh in the 200 meters, while Kustra secured gold in the wheelchair 400 meters and silver in both the 100 and 200 meters.
The Allegheny County Housing Authority is moving forward with plans to demolish the 37-unit Uansa Village public housing development in McKees Rocks Bottoms development due to significant issues. Residents will be relocated to other ACHA communities or given housing vouchers. The question now becomes: what happens to the property?
West Hills high school athletic teams are set for significant changes next winter, with several boys and girls basketball, swimming and wrestling teams altering classifications or section membership. Increased competition is anticipated, particularly in boys basketball, as local schools face new opponents and challenges.
Moon Township is promoting its military banner program, initiated in 2019, to honor local veterans and active-duty members. The program displays over 100 banners, acknowledging the community's military service tradition. Residents are encouraged to apply to commemorate their loved ones, with assistance available for eligibility verification.
At the PIAA Track and Field Championships Friday, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart's Tre Moses and Owen Wasko won medals in the Class 2A boys javelin. Rachel Stepp from Moon Area excelled, qualifying for Saturday's finals in the Class 3A 200 and 400 meters, while other athletes competed without medals.
Brittany Bloam won the Democratic primary in Allegheny County's 45th District, defeating County Council President Pat Catena by 30 points. Her grassroots strategy, engaging directly with over 10,000 voters, resonated amid changing political dynamics. Catena’s reliance on endorsements and a controversial campaign mailer undermined his efforts, signaling a shift in local political power.