A few local girls got a big holiday surprise when Ellen DeGeneres video-chatted with them live during her show. The girls thought they were going to Skype with an “Ellen” producer. When the saw that it was Ellen herself talking to them, the girls completely lost their minds. And they got a few gifts, too!
Archives for 2014
Join the Bridgeville Area Historical Society
The Bridgeville Area Historical Society just released its 2015 membership application. For just $10 per year ($15 for families), members receive a newsletter subscription, opportunities to meet historians, early notice of upcoming lectures, and invitations to special events. Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses. You can download an application form here.
Santa Claus Is Coming to Bridgeville — and Pets Are Welcome
Tell your kids to get their Christmas lists ready—Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department on Saturday, Dec. 20 starting at 2 p.m. The Clauses will have treats for all of Bridgeville’s children, plus pets. A fire engine siren will signal Santa’s arrival at the station.
Let’s Light Up Bridgeville this Holiday Season
This holiday season, you can donate to the fire department while making the borough — and your house — more beautful. The BVVFD is selling luminaria kits that will light up sidewalks and front yards throughout the borough. For $25, you get 16 luminarias, including bags, sand, and candles. The department will take orders through Dec 13…. [Read More]
Beware of Scammers Targeting Bridgeville
Scammers posing as utility workers and government officials have been targeting the region, says Bridgeville police chief Chad King. Typically, the vicitm gets a phone call from someone claiming to be from West Penn Power, or the IRS, or some other organization. The caller says that the victim owes money and threatens legal action if… [Read More]
Help the Friends of the Library Find a Place to Sell Used Books
The Friends of the Library Used Book Store needs to find a new location. Ideally, rent would be minimal. The store is run entirely by volunteers, and all proceeds go to the Bridgeville Public Library. The Friends of the Library has put its ‘Bag of Books’ sale on hold until it can find… [Read More]
Bridgeville Athletic Association Seeks Sponsors for 2015
The Bridgeville Athletic Association is looking for the generosity of local companies to sponsor boys and girls baseball and softball teams for the 2015 season. Your help is greatly needed. All of our benefactors receive a subscription of our newsletter “Play Ball” to keep you informed of our activities. In addition to the acknowledgement in… [Read More]
Reminder: Don’t Leave Junk Cars on Borough Streets
Cars not in running condition and/or without a valid registration or inspection are not permitted on private/residential property for more than 30 days as per Borough Ordinance #649. If the vehicle is on public property or a highway the violation falls under the state vehicle code section 3712. If you have questions, contact the borough… [Read More]
Sewage Charges Are Now Billed by Jordan Tax Service
Beginning January 1, 2014 Jordan Tax Service is now billing “Sewage Charges” for the Borough of Bridgeville. Please contact JTS at 412 835-5243 Option 4 with any questions. Previous balances due prior to this billing should be paid to the Bridgeville Borough. Please contact Sheryl at the Borough Office 412-221-6012 ext. 10 should you have… [Read More]
Help Honor Servicemembers Through the Military Banner Program
Bridgeville Borough is proud to honor our men and women who are or have served this country through our military banner program. Tthe program salutes our brave men and women who serve, or have served, in the military by displaying 24 x 18″ military banners to be exhibited for years to come in the community and home… [Read More]