Blawnox residents will likely begin noticing several projects across town that are expected to improve safety and accessibility. Lighted crosswalks, pavement markings and signs will benefit people of all ages strolling through the borough. Work will impact eight intersections. A second project will upgrade sidewalks and landscaping at Blawnox Community
Jon Jordan knows some families may need help getting food and supplies. The food pantries coordinator for Allison Park-based North Hills Community Outreach also believes in bringing blessings to people. That is why he and other outreach members launched NHCO On the Go, a mobile effort that sets up shop
After its inaugural program sold out, Blawnox has relaunched the sale of Hometown Hero banners to salute residents who served in the military. Anyone interested in honoring a loved one with an 18-by-38-inch banner can apply on the borough’s website. Cost is $110. “We have people asking for them all
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O’Hara council last week stopped short of banning coal tar use in the township but approved a resolution to support alternatives to the toxic chemical.
Citing risks to health and environment, council joined a growing list of municipalities that are moving away from coal tar, a substance linked to stomach and bladder cancer.
It is most commonly used in seal coating driveways and sport courts.
“O’Hara strongly encourages the use of alternates to coal tar for seal coating,” township Manager Julie Jakubec said. “We believe it is better for folks and the environment.”
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Blawnox Volunteer Fire Company will be the site of grab-and-go meals every Tuesday through Feb. 2 for Fox Chapel Area School District families.
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Free grab-and-go meals will be available in Blawnox each Tuesday through Feb. 2 for Fox Chapel Area School District families.
Sponsored by Backpack for Hunger and Fox Families Care, the meals will be served at the Blawnox firehall, 376 Freeport Road.
“This is for anyone,” volunteer Lisa Bowden said. “There are no income requirements.”
Borough manager Kathy Ulanowicz said families can access meals from 5 to 6 p.m. Everyone is required to wear a mask to enter the firehall.