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Community authors include dozens of Beaver County residents who have submitted their creative content to The Bridge.
Stories by the Community
Demolition of a steel products mill in Ambridge
By Sr. Sally Witt How long has it been since sun has touched this ground where a steel mill stood for decades? Months ago a fire halted all production. Now an excavator arm claws the brick and metal structure. Beams weaken, fall – sun squeezes in where machines and chemicals once reigned, where workers walked in heavy gear. How many decades ago did this land last see a spot of sun? Does the ground remember when a rush of wind last brushed its surface? I pray that soon the neighbors will see
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The Bridge Youth Edition: Stories from Aliquippa students
Middle and high school students who attend Aliquippa Impact created this edition of The Bridge.
Stories by the Community
Photos by Da'on Lovett
Da'on Lovett is a 9th grade student from Aliquippa.
Stories by the Community
Photos by Samuel Cobb
Samuel Cobb is a 7th grade student from Aliquippa.
Stories by the Community
Basketball is my favorite sport
Khy Redd is a sports fan, and he especially likes basketball.
Stories by the Community
Aliquippa's fascinating history
Breahna Williams wrote about the history of Aliquippa.
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More than ball players
Syniah Miller shares her passion for fashion and why it's important for communities to invest in unique after school opportunities.
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Self-care as a practice
Local resident Joline Atkins shares why self-care should be a daily practice.
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'Pause is Power' event hosted by the Sisters of St. Joseph
The Sisters of St. Joseph of Baden held an event for nonprofit staff members to "fill their cup."
Stories by the Community
To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow
Kate Trimble submitted a painting for The Bridge 10/8 edition: Hope, dignity and community wholeness.
Stories by the Community
The belly of the whale is the best place to sing
Resident John Bryant submitted photos that depict "strange signs of mercy and grace."
Stories by the Community
Hope seems scare now
Local student Erik Rusilko wrote a short essay for the 10/8 edition of The Bridge: Hope, dignity and community wholeness.