Besides the satisfaction of providing the communities where we live and work with a steady stream of “Good News Always, Mailed & Delivered Free, Every Time,” we are appreciative to our community because of their gratitude toward us. What follows is a sampling of the letters and cards of thanks we have received over the years.

To do one’s work, earn a living, and serve the community in the capacity we do through Allegheny West Magazine, is such a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference!

“Doing what you love … finding the right work … is like discovering your soul in the world.” --- Thomas Moore

“Thank you so much for the warm and loving article that Emily wrote and you encouraged…thank you again for all you do in the community. A mission like yours is sorely needed.” – Mimi Wells, Cultural Care Au Pair

“A quick note to say ‘thank you’ for your incredible support and kindness that you’ve extended to me. Self-publishing a book can be very rewarding but it also can be difficult with door after door being slammed, so when someone takes the time to listen and to help and be supportive, it really means the world to me.” – Howard Shapiro, Author

“On behalf of CORE (Center for Organ Recovery and Education), I want to thank you again for all that you have done to spread the message of donation. The advertisements and articles in your publication have undoubtedly touched the lives of many individuals who may have otherwise never considered donation.” – Liz Kuzek, CORE

“You should be very proud of the terrific results of your long hard work. Allegheny West is informative and lets friends know what other friends in the ‘neighborhood’ are up to. Thanks for all of your hard work and efforts.” – Geri Hermann, West Allegheny Food Pantry

“What a wonderful article you did on us! We have been getting a lot of feedback from friends and relatives on all the copies you ran. Everyone expressed how fantastic the article was…Your readership is just the exposure we need for our games and we are indebted to you for such a great piece.” – Linda, Mike, Rich, and Robin, Creators of  Trhyme game

“We wanted to send an acknowledgement to show our appreciate for the article published in your March magazine. Heather did a fabulous job representing us and recognizing the accomplishment of our 50^th year. She is a very talented and gifted journalist. We have received many compliments on the article from various people in the community.” – Tom Somma & Family and the Somma Funeral Home Staff

“Thank you for the very nice article. I had a few respond and compliments from customers, also from Mark Mustio – good PR.” – Ingeborg Saveikis, Tonidale Needle Shop

“You really hit a homerun for us this time. Thank you for the wonderful article on our new Home and Commercial Integration program. I would like to post it on our ‘In the News’ board and also share it with prospective students and their families…” – Linda Allan, Pittsburgh Technical Institute

“What a nice article you wrote about us in your September issue!! It was so nice that everyone who participated was mentioned.” –Sue Smith, The Flowersmith

“Thanks again…I think that everyone I know saw the article..a lot of praise and teasing about being a ‘news hound.’ “ – Nancy Mills, Roselea

“I just wanted to say thanks for the nice writeups that you did about our Walk for Life and the Banquet. I really appreciate the extra mile that you go to help us along the way!” –Keri Muir, Choices Pregnancy Center

“A million thank yous for your two-page spread on our new courts and dear Harry …you made him so happy again…many beaucoups.” – Alice Thomassy, McDonald Borough

“We truly appreciated you taking time out of your busy schedule to speak with the girls. They will love seeing themselves in the magazine!” – Debra King and Debi Bramble, Brownie Troop 50277

“I can’t thank you enough for featuring our children’s choir on your recent issue. We are the talk of the community…everyone is walking around proud as can be. If you could only see the joy and smile on their faces. Thank you so much!” – Amy Maxin, St. Malachy School

“It was from your magazine and the article you did on the Homeless Children’s Education Fund (HCEF), and Joe Lagana, that directed me to contact them and speak at our Rotary meeting. I’ve gotten a few speakers that you have featured in your magazine to speak at our Rotary Club. Thanks.” – Norma Lofink, Parkway West Rotary

“Thank you so much for the announcements in your magazines for the Coraopolis Senior Citizen Association. I really do appreciate it…” – Mary Ann S., Coraopolis Senior Committee

“Just a quick note to thank you very much for your excellent article about McDonald. It received a lot of favorable attention and comments around town and will help keep the ball rolling. Things are slowly getting better and your help is greatly appreciated!” – Tim Thomassy, McDonald Borough

“Thank you so much for taking the time to judge the District Reflections entries. Your encouragement and support for the arts is really appreciated!”  -- Melissa Burns, District Reflections Chair

“I recently received a copy of the Allegheny West – Moon Edition…and I would like to thank you very much for the wonderful article on Milana “Mim” Bizic. It is not often that the Serbian people are presented in a positive light as is evidenced by the 60+ year cover-up of Operation Halyard. But, I believe that your publishing this article will do much to dispel the myths and inaccuracies that have been propagated for far too many years.” – Bob Susnjer

“Thank you for the awesome veterans story and photographs – definitely a story worth telling, and you did a fantastic job! All the other school district news you included was just icing on the cake, We really appreciate your sharing the accomplishments of oour students and staff with the community.” – Carol Bonnar, West Allegheny School District