More Than 400 Attend 'Holidays at the CR&C'

The Upper St. Clair Community and Recreation Center held its second annual holiday event on Saturday.

The Upper St. Clair Community and Recreation Center reports a great turnout for the second annual "Holidays at the C&RC." More than 400 people attended the event on Saturday. The event featured a visit from Santa Claus, free sweet treats, craft projects and a concert with the Community Band South under the direction of James Bennett and Dean Streator, the 40-member Fort Couch Middle School Chorus, Women's Ensemble under the direction of Tom Hunsberger and the Center for Theater Arts under the direction of Billy Hartung. Did you take photos or video at the event on Saturday? Click the "Upload Photos and Videos" tab above to contribute to the slideshow! Follow us on Twitter | Like us on Facebook

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Holiday Celebration at Community and Recreation Center Today

Crafts, a concert and a visit from Mr. Claus will take place on Saturday, Dec. 1.

You're Invited: Holidays at the Community and Recreation Center

Crafts, a concert and a visit from Mr. Claus will take place on Saturday, Dec. 1.

'Tis the season! Upper St. Clair residents and the surrounding area are invited to celebrate the Holidays at the Community and Recreation Center on Saturday, Dec. 1. The fun begins wiht free sweet treats and arts and crafts at 11 a.m. Then—rumor has it—Santa Claus will be visiting for an hour starting at 11:30 a.m. (I hope you've been nice). At noon, families can enjoy a free family concert and singalong with the Community Band South under the direction of James Bennett and Dean Streator and the 40-member Fort Couch Middle School Chorus and Women's Ensemble under the direction of Tom Hunsberger. Ryan McCleaster, assistant director of recreation and leisure services, said with three planned performances, the music should cater to all ages. …

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Upper St. Clair to Lower Property Tax Rate

Upper St. Clair commissioners don't plan on raising taxes next year, but your new 2013 property assessment may make your wallet feel lighter.

Upper St. Clair's 2013 proposed budget will be presented to the public at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 5, at the board of commissioners meeting. The preliminary budget reduces the real estate tax rate to 3.9 mills because the 2013 tax base is projected to grow 18 percent due to the Allegheny County reassessments. Just because the millage rate will be lowered doesn't mean that your taxes will go down. If your 2013 assessment is an increase of more than 18 percent, your taxes will likely increase. If your reassessment is an increase of less than 18 percent, your taxes are likely to decrease. Click here to find your new 2013 assessment. Other highlights in the proposed budget document include: Editor's Note: The Upper St. Clair School Board …

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Upper St. Clair's Fall Fest Schedule Released

The Bounty of Boyce Mayview Park Fall Fest is Saturday, Nov. 10.

The seasonal fun doesn't end after trick-or-treating this Saturday. Everyone is invited to the Bounty at Boyce Mayview Park Fall Fest on Saturday, Nov. 10. There will be a variety of events for children of all ages, including the award-winning "Plunge with the Pumpkins" in the Community and Recreation Center's indoor pool. Below is the schedule of events. The registration forms for the "Plunge with the Pumpkins" and baking contest are in the media box to the right. Community & Recreation Center at Boyce Mayview Park Lot Near Park Pavilion Boyce Mayview Pavilion The Outdoor Classroom Free hay wagon rides will also be availabe from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to and from the Community and Recreation Center and The Outdoor Classroom. Some of the events…

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Commmissioners to Consider Capital Improvement Program

The five-year spending plan covers 2013-17, and about half the amount is intended to go toward sanitary sewer improvements.

Of the $67.3 million that Upper St. Clair projects spending on improvements in the next five years, almost exactly half the amount is targeted for sanitary sewers. Township commissioners are expected to vote Monday on a capital improvement program for 2013-17. A new five-year plan is adopted each year. The plan does not guarantee money will be available for all projects that are listed. The cost of maintaining and repairing the local sanitary sewer system is budgeted at $600,000 annually. Also, $400,000 is earmarked in 2013 toward upgrades at the Brush Run pump station, a facility in Peters Township that serves the southern part of Upper St. Clair. The leaves the bulk of anticipated spending, about $30 million, going for improvements to …

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Low Bidder Identified for Mayview Barn Demolition

The cost of razing the structure looks to be significantly less than the budgeted amount.

If you’re visiting Upper St. Clair’s Community and Recreation Center, take a close look at the large brick barn nearby. You won’t be seeing it much longer. Township commissioners are scheduled to vote Aug. 6 on a contract to demolish the barn, which once was part of a farm that served Mayview State Hospital. The barn represents the last surviving vestige of the barn. The low bid of $79,899 is from Dom Folino Construction of Bethel Park. Upper St. Clair’s 2012 budget allots $150,000 toward the demolition project. The topic was discussed during the commissioners’ information and general affairs meeting Monday, with Commissioner Russell Del Re expressing concerns about the price quoted in the bid. This time, though, it was a matter of perhaps…

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What's Open, What's Closed on Memorial Day

The holiday closings in Upper St. Clair.

Upper St. Clair government offices and the district justice office will be closed Monday for the Memorial Day holiday. Banks, post offices, the Upper St. Clair Library and state liquor stores will also be closed. The outdoor pool at the Community and Recreation Center will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The indoor facility will open at 10 a.m. and close at 2 p.m. South Hills Village will have shortened hours—10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Upper St. Clair garbage pickup will be delayed one day, according to the Upper St. Clair Public Works. If you regular trash/recycling day is Wednesday, collection will be Thursday, May 31. If you regular trash/recycling day is Thursday, collection will be Friday, June 1. The Port Authority of Allegheny County will run…

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Community and Recreation Center Pool Opens

This year light concessions will be available for pool-goers.

The Upper St. Clair Community and Recreation Center's outdoor pool will open for the season at 11 a.m. on Saturday. The timing couldn't be anymore perfect with the National Weather Service in Moon Township predicting highs in the high 80s on Saturday and Sunday, and a high of 90 degrees on Memorial Day. This year pool-goers will be able to purchase light concessions from AVI Foodsystems, such as sandwiches, salads and soft drinks. The concession stand will be open this weekend and following weekends until school ends. Then the concession stand will be available from 12 to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays through Sundays. Be sure to bring cash. If you plan on going to the pool as soon as it opens on Saturday, don't be surprised when you see a police …

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Bryan

7:49 am on Friday, May 25, 2012

Because it's a holiday? the rec center has standard holiday hours. They could have just closed all day.   more ›