SOUTHWEST COMMUNITIES FEDERAL CREDIT UNION POLICE DEPARTMENT FUNDRAISER
August 9th, 2010

The SouthWest Communities Federal Credit Union Golf Outing will be held at Quicksilver Golf Club on Friday, September 24, 2010. All proceeds will benefit the police departments of Scott, Carnegie, Heidelberg and Ingram. Entry fee is $100 and advance reservations are required. For additional info. call 412 276-5379. Have fun and support your local police force!

SOUTHWEST COMMUNITIES & UPPER ST. CLAIR CHAMBER UNITE
August 9th, 2010

The South West Communities and Upper St. Clair Chambers of Commerce are excited to announce they have joined forces as of July 15, 2010. South West Communities Chamber President, Helen Wylie, stated that "the unification of our Chambers represents the consolidation of a partnership begun more than ten years ago. It will not only strengthen our legislative and economic voices, but will provide our Chamber members with expanded resources and exposure. We look forward to the continued growth and vibrancy of our membership." Upper St. Clair Chamber President Ray Gergich added that "Because of the expansion and melding of our local business corridors the on-going partnership between the two Chambers has proven to be a positive combination of resources, talents and members, and we believe this decision will greatly benefit our membership and the businesses in our community."

WINNERS OF 18TH ANNUAL CHAMBER FUNDRAISER
June 29th, 2010

Grand Prize Winner of the Chamber's 2010 Fundraiser was Tkt. #3014 held by Chuck Beatty, 2nd prize went to Greg Burgunder holding Tkt. #2241, and 3rd prize was won by Bob Laidig with Tkt. #0582. Grand Prize was a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro OR $20,000 CASH! This year's fundraiser sold out over a week in advance of the drawing date. Our sincere thanks go out to everyone who purchased a ticket, and to our prize partners--Colussy Chevrolet, Destinta Theatres, and Wal-Mart. Proceeds of this important event benefit the Chamber Scholarship and Building funds.

COUNT ME IN! UNITED STATES CENSUS 2010
April 6th, 2010

The 2010 Census will shape the future of our communities, define our voice in Congress and generate local employment opportunities for residents. An accurate count is essential because it determines the funding each community receives for its roads, bridges, and human service programs. The goal for the 2010 Census is 100% participation, and your help is needed to make that happen. Make the commitment to "Count Me In". Take just ten minutes to complete the ten questions. If you have not yet returned your completed Census form, please do so today!

HEALTH DEPT. OFFERS COUNTY RESIDENTS FREE SMOKE ALARMS
March 3rd, 2010

The Allegheny County Health Department is reminding residents that smoke alarms are proven life-savers but only when they are in good working order. Since nearly half of all smoke alarms don't work, usually because of dead or missing batteries, it is recommended that alarm batteries be tested to make sure they work when turning the clocks ahead to Daylight Savings Time on March 14. Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in house fires by 50%, yet most residential fire deaths occur in homes with no smoke alarms or in homes with alarms too old to be reliable or which have missing or disconnected batteries. The Health Department has a FREE SMOKE ALARM PROGRAM to help residents who have no smoke alarms or nones more than 10 years old which may no longer be reliable. The program is funded by the PA Dept. of Health and provides and installs a maximum of two battery-operated smoke alarms per home. To schedule an installation, please call the Health Dept. at 412-247-7800.

BRIDGEVILLE BREAKS GROUND FOR NEW LIBRARY
February 18th, 2010

A groundbreaking ceremony for the new Bridgeville Public Library will be held on Sunday, February 21, 2010. Friends and residents are asked to meet at the Cabooose at 1:00PM. All are welcome to share this very special moment in the history of the Borough. For additional information call 412-221-3737.

Bridgeville-South Fayette Rotary Club
February 9th, 2010

Copies of "The 2008 Neighborhood Telephone Directory" are still available. It includes communities such as Bridgeville Borough, Collier, Scott, South Fayette and Upper St. Clair. You can pick up a copy at the Chamber office. The directory is published by the Bridgeville-South Fayette Rotary Club, and a donation of $8.00 is encouraged.

South Hills Street Map Available
February 9th, 2010

"STEELER NATION" FUNDRAISER WINNER ANNOUNCED
December 14th, 2009

Winner of this year's "STEELER NATION" fundraiser is Pam Horvitz, Tkt. #205. In addition to 4 Steeler tickets, Pam's prize included overnight accommodations at the Westin Convention Center Hotel, dinner at the Original Fishmarket Restaurant and $100 cash. Our sincere thanks to everyone who supported this event which benefits the Chamber's Scholarship Fund, and CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNER!

Mayview Task Force
August 6th, 2009

Next Meeting Date - To Be Announced.  Current information on the Mayview Task Force, chaired by Sen. John Pippy (R-37) and State Rep. Nick Kotik (D-445), may be obtained on the Task Force web site at www.mayviewlandreusetaskforce.com. The Task Force was created to examine options for reuse of the Hospital site in South Fayette Township once the facility is permanently closed.

2009 Chamber Scholarship Recipients
June 16th, 2009

The Chamber is pleased to announce the 2009 recipients of the South West Communities Chamber of Commerce Scholarships. They are AMANDA E. WALASIK, a senior at South Fayette High School and MEGAN L. WOODRING, a senior at Chartiers Valley High School. Each recipient received a scholarship in the amount of $1,000.00. CONGRATULATIONS to both recipients, and our thanks and best wishes for continued success to all of those who submitted applications.