In this Issue of Murrysville Local Scoop…

🚗 Export Council Moves to Reclaim Italy Road

🥩 Hoss’s Steak and Sea House Celebrates 40 Flavorful Years

🌽 🎃 24th Annual Corn Maze

♨️ Coxcomb Serves Up Fresh Culinary Adventures

🌞 Murrysville Weather

Export Council Moves to Reclaim Italy Road, Criticizes State's Maintenance Practices

The Export council is initiating actions to regain control of Italy Road from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). Historically responsible for its winter maintenance and receiving annual funding from PennDOT, the council has approved a winter maintenance agreement and is exploring entry into PennDOT’s Turnback program.

An engineering assessment is needed to estimate the cost of essential road upgrades, with the borough funding the engineering and PennDOT financing the updates and annual maintenance. Residents and officials have previously criticized the state’s management of the road, particularly regarding maintenance choices and the condition of original structures.

Full Details @ TribLive

Hoss’s Steak and Sea House Celebrates 40 Flavorful Years with Signature Salad Bar Spotlight and Nostalgic Menu Revival

Hoss’s Steak and Sea House is commemorating its 40th anniversary with a special focus on its signature salad bar, offering it at a promotional price of $5.99 for the entire day this Friday, but only for dine-in customers. The salad bar, a fundamental element of their menu, encountered several challenges during the pandemic, particularly due to health concerns related to shared food containers.

Despite these hurdles, the restaurant chain, which first opened its doors in DuBois, PA, in 1983, has successfully expanded to 29 locations, navigating through the pandemic by implementing safety measures and offering takeout options.

The anniversary celebrations extend beyond the special pricing, featuring the reintroduction of nostalgic dishes and considering customer suggestions for additional menu items via social media until October 22.

The restaurant, which embodies a western-style steakhouse theme, credits its four decades of success to effective leadership, a devoted team, and the continuous support from generations of dining families. The anniversary is not only a celebration but also a gesture of appreciation towards the customers and staff who have been integral to the restaurant's sustained operation and success.

Full Story @ TribLive

Gearhard Farms Invites Families to Navigate Through Fun with Its 24th Annual Corn Maze

As the autumn leaves begin to cascade from the trees, Gearhard Farms in Murrysville, PA, is set to welcome families and fun-seekers to its 24th Annual Corn Maze, offering a blend of adventure and tradition amidst the crisp fall air.

Located at 5989 Saltsburg Rd, the farm is not just a destination but a locale where memories are crafted and cherished. From September 21 to October 29, 2023, on weekends, the farm will transform into a haven of wholesome entertainment, where the rustling cornfields become a playground for imagination and exploration.

For an entry fee of $8.00 per person, with complimentary entry for children aged 4 and under, attendees can immerse themselves in the intricacies of the 4-acre corn maze, navigating through its twists and turns, and perhaps, forging new friendships along the way.

But the fun doesn’t stop at the maze! Gearhard Farms has ensured that there’s something for every age and interest.

As the sun dips below the horizon, the farm takes on a different kind of magic. On Fridays, from 5 - 9 PM, hayrides are available for $6.00 each, offering a rustic and cozy journey under the starlit sky, where stories and laughter are shared over the gentle trundle of the wagon.

In a time where connections and shared experiences have taken on new significance, Gearhard Farms stands as a reminder of the simple joys that can be found in a day out in the fields, where every turn in the maze is a new adventure waiting to be discovered.

Whether you’re navigating through the corn maze, enjoying a leisurely hayride, or simply soaking in the autumn ambiance, Gearhard Farms is ready to welcome you to a season of fun, connection, and cherished memories.

Blending the Old with the New: The Coxcomb Serves Up Fresh Culinary Adventures in a Cherished Monroeville Locale

The Coxcomb has opened its doors, offering a new chapter in a well-known locale. The spot at 5060 William Penn Hwy, previously occupied by Bella Luna, now sizzles and simmers with a different kind of culinary spirit since its opening in early June.

The Coxcomb brings to the table what they describe as "Elevated American Fare," offering a menu that gently nudges classic American dishes into a slightly new terrain. It's not about reinventing the wheel but giving it a different spin, providing patrons with something familiar yet intriguingly different.

But beyond the menu, there's a story of continuity and change. Some faces from Bella Luna continue to grace the space, now under the banner of The Coxcomb, bringing with them skills and smiles that have previously lit up the location. It's a blend of the old and the new, where memories of past meals mingle with new culinary experiences.

In this space, The Coxcomb is carving out its own niche, offering a place for more stories to be created, more meals to be shared, and new flavors to be explored. It's not about living in the past but taking it along as they chart their own course in Monroeville’s culinary scene.

Here's to The Coxcomb, ensuring that the flame of good, quality dining continues to burn brightly in Monroeville, welcoming both old friends and new faces to share a meal, a moment, and a memory.

Please visit The Coxcomb’s Website

Franklin Regional Sports Schedule For This Week

October 5, 2023:

• Middle School Swimming League Relay Meet @ Greater Latrobe at 4:30 pm - More Info

• Boys Junior Varsity Soccer vs Penn Hills, Girls Junior Varsity Soccer at Hampton, Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball vs Greensburg Salem at 6:00 pm - More Info

• Boys Varsity Soccer vs Penn Hills Senior Recognition, Girls Varsity Soccer at Hampton, Girls Varsity Volleyball vs Greensburg Salem at 7:30 pm - More Info

October 6, 2023:

• Varsity Football vs Norwin at 7:00 pm - More Info

Upcoming Murrysville Area Events

Octoberfest Flea Market, Food, Vendor Sale and More!
Sat, Oct 7, 1 – 9 PM
5111 Greensburg Rd, Murrysville, PA
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Murrysville Free Day Rally
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2023 AT 8:30 AM
5070 William Penn Highway Murrysville
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Family Halloween Festival at Bella Terra Stables
Tue, Oct 10, 11 AM – 6 PM
Bella Terra Stables
4913 Logan Ferry Rd, Murrysville
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Touch-a-Truck / Trunk-or-Treat
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2023 AT 3 PM - 7 PM
3235 Sardis Rd, Murrysville
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SOS/Helltown 2nd Annual Chili Cook Off
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2023 AT 12 PM - 4 PM
Helltown Taproom Export
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Annual Act'oberfest
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2023 AT 1 PM - 5 PM
Red Barn Winery
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Family and Friends Game Day
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2023 AT 1 PM - 5 PM
First United Methodist Church of Murrysville
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The Ancient Art of Bonsai
MONDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2023 AT 6 PM
Murrysville Community Library
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Mother of Sorrows Trunk or Treat
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2023 AT 6:30 PM
Mother of Sorrows Parish
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Trick or Trot 5k
Sat, Oct 28, 1 – 3 PM
3091 Carson Ave, Murrysville, PA
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4th Annual Trick or Trot 5k and Kids Tot Trot
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2023 AT 8:30 AM
Murrysville Community Center
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The Pittsburgh Doo-Wop Big Band's event
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2023 AT 6:30 PM
Franklin Regional High School Murrysville Pa
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Drive-Thru "Pop-Up" Glass Recycling and Food Pantry Donations
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2023 AT 9 AM - 2 PM
4200 Sardis Rd, Murrysville
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