North Boros Beat

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Today, Judy talks with Dameon Holmes of the Bellevue Transportation Commission about this week-end’s documentary screening on Jane Jacobs whose work transformed thoughts about walkable cities and vibrant neighborhoods.  The screening will be followed on Saturday by a conversational walk through Bellevue to see how the Boroug...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Sarah and Dami talk about cross cultural issues in Nigeria.  Sarah is the daughter of Ed and Rae Ann Kluitenberg of Ben Avon.  Hill By The River is the podcast of the Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon. Website: https://www.resonateglobalmission.org/missionaries/sarah-and-dami-aderemi Contact for newsletter: saderemi@...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. This episode is hosted by AHS Senior, Aiden Lawrence.  Aiden interviews two senior swim team members, Sam Cavanaugh and Jakob Vranick, and the head coach, Ashley Vranick (yes, they are mom and son).  This was a good learning experience for the students.  More student led podcast episodes will be coming - ideas for episodes a...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Judy talks with Chaz Bolte about his first 100 days as Mayor of Emsworth.  He also discusses the new effort to work with Bellevue Forward to extend its organizational success to the rest of the North Boros.  A community conference, Next Up North, will be held on May 7th, from 8am-6pm at the AHN Building (former Suburban Gene...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. In this episode, Judy talks with Melissa Corso, President of the North Pittsburgh Symphonic Band (NPSB).  NPSB is an award winning musical organization with a special tie to the North Boros and the Avonworth School District.   Next concert: Sunday, May 3, 2026, 3:00 pm, North Hills Middle School Auditorium $8 adults, kids fr...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Judy talks with the cast of CTP’s Spring Production-the madcap “American History in 60”.  We talk about this unique play, along with the busy lives of actors in community theatre.   American History in 60 - performed by the Community Theatre Players Venue - Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon, 7501 Church Avenue, Pitts...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Learn more about the ten members of the Avonworth Hall of Distinction - community members who have made a big impact on the community. Avonworth Historical Society website: https://www.avonworth-history.org/

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Judy talks with Tarra Layne Birdsall, Emsworth vocalist, about her time on NBC’s The Voice and her upcoming concert at Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon, Saturday, December 6th at 7:00.  All proceeds benefit Undue Medical Debt, an organization helping those in our community with crippling medical bills.   Tickets at ...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Cassie and Judy discuss the many upcoming activities at CPCBA.  The theme for this season is Finding Hope. Annual Congregational Thanksgiving dinner will be held after the service on Sunday, November 16. Craft Show and Cookie Walk - Sat. December 6 (10-4), Sun. December 7 (11:30-2, Craft Fair only) Tim Heavener and Tarra Lay...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Judy talks with Pastor Heather Schoenewolf and Lisa Long about how CPCBA can address the food insecurity needs of our community.

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Apologies for the static in this episode - it seems to go away after the first minutes.  Please don’t let it keep you from hearing this great interview with Megan! Judy talks with Megan Migyanko about the creation of a mural depicting the Borough of Emsworth past and present.  This is a cooperative effort with Bellevue Forwa...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Today we talk with the cast of Instant Austen.  These talented actors come from all over the Pittsburgh area.  Listen to their experiences with this play and others.   Community Theatre Players Website: www.bactp.com Play dates: Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18, 7:30 Sunday, October 19, 3:30 Friday, October 24 and...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Learn all about this zany one act play that gives you a crash course on all of Jane Austen’s most memorable novels.  Has it been awhile since you read any Jane Austen novels or seen one of the movies?  No problem - this episode talks about this unique take on Jane Austen with the fun that the Community Theatre Players always...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Judy talks with Principal Dr. Michael Amick and mural artist Scott Brozovich about how Graffiti Arts cultivates student creativity at Bellevue Elementary.  A new mural celebrates the diversity of the school.  We also talk about how the changing student population both enhances and challenges life at the school.  We also touc...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Judy talks with Cassie Semler, Director of Faith Formation at Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon, about this year’s Vacation Bible School, “Step Right Up!”.  Learn about how this year’s VBS will incorporate fun and faith into a time of fellowship for kids and adults alike. Monday through Friday, July 14 through 18. 5-...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Continuation from the previous episode about Avonworth Sports in the 20th Century.  This part covers Winter and Spring sports.  Enjoy! Link to presentation slides: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x9rmGU7XmH-DT5HFE_FQuvWdQZ4C7nvY/view?usp=sharing

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. This is a reprise of the recent Avonworth Historical Society presentation of the same name - Judy Pastor and Bruce Haughin put together some history of sports at Avonworth last century.  This is part one of a two episode series.  Part one looks at a history of the Avonworth School District and concentrates on Fall Sports.  P...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. We are back with new events in the North Boros!  The Community Theatre Players will present the Noel Coward play, Hay Fever, March 28-29 and April 4-5 at 7:30 pm and a special Sunday matinee on March 30 at 3:30.  All performances will be at the Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon, 7501 Church Avenue, Ben Avon, 15202. I...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Scott Wilwohl of Ben Avon talks about his Christmas pop-up at the former Elste’s Market.  Proceeds from this market will help to support the location’s renovation to become the new Avonworth Historical Society office.

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Cassie Semler, Director of Faith Formation, outlines the many activities planned in December to celebrate Christmas. Church Website http://cpcba.squarespace.com/ Phone: 412-761-1233 Advent/Christmas Event Calendar http://cpcba.squarespace.com/blog/2024/11/21/christmas-calendar

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. This episode is a cross post from Hill By The River podcast of the Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon. In this episode, Judy and Don Smith talk with the new pastor of Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon.  Pastor Heather Schoenewolf has an interesting background and brings a wealth of experience to our church.  W...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. This short episode features an article from the Avonworth Historical Society’s newsletter, The Chronicle.  Its author, Paul Templeton, recalls working at the Ben Avon Market in the 1970s.  We also recall the grocery store landscape of the North Boros in the mid 20th century. Avonworth Historical Society Website https://www.a...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. This episode features an article about Eugene Morris, written by Peter Hercenroether for the Avonworth Historical Society newsletter. Eugene passed away over the week-end at the age of 77. Link to article: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16Cn3T7lYc2Svg9I8KFWjhDHjZAUzvLk8/view?usp=drivesdk

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. Cross post from Judy’s other podcast of the Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon, Hill By The River.  Rev. Susan Rothenberg has been the church’s temporary Pastor since Rev. Donna Giver-Johnston left at the end of 2022.  CPCBA thanks Rev. Susan for her excellent leadership and friendship.  The church looks forward to ne...

Have an idea or comment for North Boros Beat? Click here and let us know. In this episode, Judy talks with Theresa Gallick about this year’s Bellevue House Tour.  It will be a celebration of all things Bellevue, so don’t miss it! Details: Saturday, October 19, 2024 11 am to 4 pm 9 houses and more! Tickets - https://www.bonafidebellevue.org/house-tour/ Or Bellevue UP Church, Lincoln Avenue on day o...