Monthly Archives: August 2011

Voices from Duquesne – September 1, 2011

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Jim

“The most beautiful discovery true friends make, is that they can grow separately without growing apart.” Elizabeth Foley I’m a bit premature in publishing this post, but once again, I was amazed at the number of folks who have responded and … Continue reading →

Posted in Feedback From Our Friends | 3 Comments

Getting Ready

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Jim

Hey, everyone! I just wanted to let you know that I haven’t forgotten to write. I have been busy preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Irene. She’s expected to hit on Saturday at 5 p.m. and hang around for 24 … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous | 8 Comments

I Need Your Opinion!!

Posted on August 20, 2011 by Jim

I keep on changing my mind about what represents Duquesne better than any other symbol. I’d love to get your opinion. Please take a minute or two and give me your opinion. In case I forgot something, there’s a spot … Continue reading →

Posted in Duquesne Buildings, Surveys and Opinions | 3 Comments

Duquesne Village Shopping Center

Posted on August 20, 2011 by Jim

“All change is not growth, as all movement is not forward. “ – Ellen Glasgow I came across a photo of a rather iconic sign in our hometown area. Of course, we are all familiar with Kennywood’s very familiar yellow … Continue reading →

Posted in Food and Restaurants, Stores and Businesses | 98 Comments

Voices from Duquesne – August 15, 2011

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Jim

Once again, there was a super response, and many more of our friends and neighbors have sent in responses and let us know where they are and in some cases, their memories of Duquesne. As promised, I will continue to … Continue reading →

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BTS Torture

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Jim

Well, it’s August 10th, and as a young boy growing up in the Duquesne area, the last thing on my mind would have been going back to school. In August, I was still thinking about playing outside all day, perhaps … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumntime, Church and School - Holy Name, Church and School - Holy Trinity, Church and School - St. Joseph, Duquesne Public Schools, Life in General, Parents | 9 Comments

Those Lazy, Hazy, Crazy Days of Summer

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Jim

In 1963, Nat King Cole released a song that perfectly described how one should enjoy the summer. I can still remember my mom and dad listening to the radio on summer nights while the sat with their neighbors on our back patio. … Continue reading →

Posted in Kennywood, Life in General, Playing and Games, Sports, Summertime | 10 Comments

Voices from Duquesne – August 1, 2011

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Jim

As promised – I will be publishing any feedback, comments, questions, names, etc. that I receive on the FIRST anf FIFTEENTH of every month. So many “Duquesnites” continue to raise their hands and say “Here I am” via the comment … Continue reading →

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