Mel Keen's Newsletter

The latest news from Council President Mel Keen:

Pennsylvania American's Rate Increase

A complaint was filed against PAWC on Parkesburg Borough's behalf to reduce the proposed 229% rate increase. Parkesburg has circumstances specific to the Borough that will be presented.

Council Vacancy

There is a vacancy on Borough Council.  Residents of one year or more who are interested should send a letter of intent with qualifications to Borough Hall as soon as possible.

Recycling Changes Coming Soon

The Borough will be adding a second day of recycling.  Please continue to put recycling out on Tuesday until we firm up the new schedule.  You will receive a post card in the mail if your recycle day is changed.

No Yard Waste Collection the Week of July 5th

Upcoming Events-

Fireman's Fair

June 29- July 3.  Fireworks will be Friday night  with Saturday as the rain date. Volunteers needed.

Exercise Classes
Westminster Place currently has an exercise class held each week on Wednesdays at 6:30pm in the community room.  This event is open to local folks 55+.  All exercises are done while seated.  The class is 45 minutes and the fee (payable to the certified instructor) is $7.50 per week.

  

Community Market Saturday mornings at Borough  Hall

Jonathan's chicken, produce and baked goods, craft and yard sale items

What Happened To Our Turkey Hill?

A couple of weeks ago many of us awoke to fire sirens going off at 2:00 AM only to find out the next morning that Parkesburg's most reliable source for cold drinks and friendly chatter had been destroyed by fire

Here are the links explaining what happened, who is suspected of being responsible and whether our Turkey Hill will reopen:

Parkesburg Fire Company 28's story and pictures of the crime scene: Tower/Ladder 28 and Engine 28 Run First Due Store Fire


$1.1 million damage from store arson  read the headlines the next day in the Daily Local.

And then a couple of days later on May 20th this short piece Preliminary hearing for alleged Turkey Hill arsonist. 

The next day in what has to be one of the most comical appearance ever in front of a District Justice, the suspected arsonist has the audacity to demand a hearing in front of Justice Nancy Gill saying he was"comfortable with her." You can read the story here: Judge advises accused arsonist: Find a lawyer.  Be sure to read the last two comments submitted in response to the article to gain a better understanding of the suspected arsonist.

Good news is that Turkey hill will reopen the store.  Parkesburg Borough has issued all the permits Turkey Hill needs to rebuild and refurbish the interior of the store.  Stay tuned for a 'Grand Opening' announcement.