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Independence Middle School recognized 12 students across all three grade levels for exemplifying the October character theme of positivity and enthusiasm, with sixth graders Anna Harmon, Avery Chropka, Milena Almeida Rozario, and Graham Rumble; seventh graders Luke Jerzyk, Adrin Rizal, Lyla Sirochman, and Max Vayansky; and eighth graders JJ Dolbee, Michael Elphinstone, Lathik Pattapu, and Bo Veinovich earning the honor. Miss Courtney Kiesling and Mrs. Mary Huwe were named October’s Staff of the Month.

Grab your tickets now — the annual orchestra rock concert is already selling fast

Community members of all ages are welcome; COVID-19 boosters are also available for those who qualify

Now in its 32nd year, Bethel’s Bounty is moving to the Library Volunteer Fire Hall on Nov. 15 to accommodate a growing crowd, featuring unlimited samplings from more than 20 restaurants, bakeries, breweries and other vendors along with small vendors and raffles. Bethel Park High School DECA members and Bethel Park Community Foundation interns Aruzhan Akhmetkhali and Kristina Adhikari spearheaded a marketing campaign — including a pop-up sale at the high school — to introduce the community’s longest-running tradition to a new audience. Tickets are $50 and available at Evey True Value Hardware and Rental, 5779 Library Road, or by calling 412-835-5780.

Bethel Park students, a grieving widow, and a state lawmaker spent years turning one teacher’s tragic death into a statewide water safety law

Bethel Park School District will not hold classes on Monday, Oct. 19, as staff members participate in a districtwide professional development day.

Bethel Park DECA and Girls on the Run will host Sisters in Sports Day from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Bethel Park High School, introducing girls in kindergarten through eighth grade to sports and the benefits of athletic participation. Admission is $8 per girl, with parents attending free, and proceeds benefit Girls on the Run.

Three juniors are baking and selling cookies to fund monthly donation drives for a local nonprofit that serves families in need across the South Hills.

New STEELS Environmental Science class tests water health ahead of spring trout release

The Hawks host neighboring Upper St. Clair on Friday for Youth Night, with gates opening at 5:30 p.m. and all fans entering through Gate A or the Purkey Field Gate, where they will be screened by metal detector or wand. Fans should arrive early and review the stadium rules, including a clear-bag policy, no re-entry or admission after halftime, and bans on weapons, alcohol, tobacco, noisemakers, field access and tailgating.