Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Incumbent Tom Kelly failed to win nomination from either party. Two other incumbents will face challengers in the fall.
It appears there will be at least one newcomer to the North Hills School Board after the November general election. Annette Giovengo Nolish won both the Democratic and Republican nominations for North Hills School Director in Tuesday's primary election. On the Republican side by Michael Yeomans, Joe Muha, and Matthew Sean Edlinger Sr. also won nomination. They will face incumbents Kathy Reid, Sharon Schrim, and newcomer Helen (Dee) Spade, who won the Democratic nomination. Incumbent Thomas Kelly failed to win nomination from either party. In other races... Incumbent Ross Commissioner Jerry O'Brien won the Democratic nomination for Ross Township Tax Collector and will face Republican Clifford Bright, who was unopposed in the spring primary…
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
These are the election results as they are reported from Allegheny County.
Below are the results for the contested races in the May 21 primary. A number of other races have been decided because candidates were running unopposed. For the complete rundown of contests in Ross Township and West View, click here. North Hills School Board (4 year term) Republican (Vote for 4) 100% of Vote Counted North Hills School Board (4 year term) Democratic (Vote for 4) 100% of Vote Counted --------- Ross Tax Collector Democratic (Vote for 1) 100 of vote counted The winner will face Republican Clifford Bright, who was unopposed in the spring primary. -------------- Allegheny County Council District 1 Republican (Vote for 1) 100% of vote counted The winner will face Daniel A. McClain Jr., who was unopposed in the spring …
Monday, May 20, 2013
Check back with Patch after the polls close for all of the results.
If you're not sure where to go to vote for Tuesday's primary election, North Hills Patch has got you covered. Below is a list of polling locations for Ross Township and West View. Christ Episcopal Church Not sure where to vote? Click here to search for your polling place. You can also view a sample ballot for the Republican and Democratic tickets. Not sure who to vote for? Click here to view stories on individual Ross, West View, as well as North Hills school board races. Don’t forget to keep checking back with North Hills Patch after the polls close Tuesday for the latest election results. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter. Check out some of today's other top stories here.
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Sunday, May 19, 2013
North Hills Patch has the rundown on all of the local races in Ross Township and West View.
Primary election day is Tuesday, May 21. The general election is Tuesday, Nov 5. Ten candidates are challenging three incumbents for four seats on the North Hills School School Board. All of the candidates are cross-filed, which means they are running for the nomination of both the Republican and Democratic parties. The three incumbents include Sharon Schrim, Kathy Reid, and Tom Kelly. Incumbent Tim Burnett's term expires at the end of the year, but he is not seeking re-election. Also running are: Nine of the ten candidates also took part in a "Meet the Candidates" night in April. You can see video excerpts of those discussions by clicking here. Incumbent Donna Carey stepped away from the work in June of 2011, deputizing Jordan Tax Service…
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Helen (Dee) Spade has worked for the North Hills School District for nearly four decades.
Helen (Dee) Spade, who has worked for the North Hills School District custodial staff for nearly 40 years, is running for North Hills School Director. The following is her statement announcing her candidacy: I am a candidate because of my love of children and recognition that schools are the cornerstones of our communities and deciding factors in our futures and quality of life. I want to make sure that children are always the first consideration in any decision-making. Our number one goal should always be to improve student achievement and to assure that our students are ready for employment or higher education when they leave North Hills. School board directors are agents of the state, but elected by our neighbors. We need to send the …
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Nine of the ten candidates for four open seats on the North Hills School Board discussed a variety of issues on at "Meet the Candidates" night on Tuesday, April 30.
The North Hills elementary Parent-Teacher Associations hosted a Meet the School Board Candidates Night on Tuesday, April 30th in the North Hills Junior High auditorium. All but one of the ten candidates, Matthew Sean Edlinger Sr., participated. After introducing himself or herself, each candidate was asked to answer the same questions within a time limit. North Hills Patch has been posting videos of the candidates answering one of those questions. In the attached video, the candidates were asked if they thought there was a "disconnect" between the board and the community? Click here to see what the candidates had to say about what new policies would they like to see, or what current policies he or she thinks should be modified. Click here…
Monday, May 6, 2013
Nine of the ten candidates for four open seats on the North Hills School Board discussed a variety of issues on at "Meet the Candidates" night on Tuesday, April 30.
The North Hills elementary Parent-Teacher Associations hosted a Meet the School Board Candidates Night on Tuesday, April 30th in the North Hills Junior High auditorium. All but one of the ten candidates, Matthew Sean Edlinger Sr., participated. After introducing himself or herself, each candidate was asked to answer the same questions within a time limit. North Hills Patch has been posting videos of the candidates answering one of those questions. In the attached video, the candidates were asked what new policies would they like to see, or what current policies he or she thinks should be modified. Click here to see what the candidates had to say about the new bus and bell schedule which will be implemented beginning in the next school …
Friday, May 3, 2013
Nine of the ten candidates for four open seats on the North Hills School Board discussed a variety of issues on at "Meet the Candidates" night Tuesday.
The North Hills elementary Parent-Teacher Associations hosted a Meet the School Board Candidates Night on Tuesday, April 30th in the North Hills Junior High auditorium. All but one of the ten candidates, Matthew Sean Edlinger Sr., participated. After introducing himself or herself, each candidate was asked to answer the same questions within a time limit. Over the next several days, North Hills Patch will post videos of the candidates answering one of those questions. In the attached video, the candidates were asked about the new bus and bell schedule which will be implemented beginning in the next school year. Click here to see what the candidates had to say about budget cuts. Click here to see what the candidates had to say about …
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Nine of the ten candidates for four open seats on the North Hills School Board discussed a variety of issues on at "Meet the Candidates" night Tuesday.
The North Hills elementary Parent-Teacher Associations hosted a Meet the School Board Candidates Night on Tuesday, April 30th in the North Hills Junior High auditorium. All but one of the ten candidates, Matthew Sean Edlinger Sr., participated. After introducing himself or herself, each candidate was asked to answer the same questions within a time limit. Over the next several days, North Hills Patch will post videos of the candidates answering one of those questions. In the attached video, the candidates were asked about security in the district, in light of the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary in Connecticut. Click here to see what the candidates had to say about budget cuts. Click here to read more about the 10 candidates seeking four …
Brian O'Malley
7:43 am on Monday, May 20, 2013
I write to you today to ask for you to join me on May 21st by supporting Patrick Connelly for Judge of the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. Sometimes it can be tough as voters to make a decision when so many qualified candidates are interested in a small amount of open seats on the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. As someone that has dedicated their time to the community as an … more ›