Montour Trail-Letter

"Penny Day" on the Moon/Rob section of the Montour Trail turns rain into sunshine for the many Moon/Rob Friends, who volunteer their time working hard to make this major fundraiser a success. This year's annual event brought in $3300 which is used for Trail maintenance, and amenities. It would not be possible without the many people who donate their coins and cash. Some save for a whole year just to win one of the many great prizes given away to those who bring in the most pennies. The area businesses who support the yearly "Penny Day" campaign are to be commended. Without their prize donations, it would not be as much fun, nor bring in quite so much money. Many thanks to all of them. They are: Airport Marriott, AmeriSuites, Bravo, Dingbats, Outback Steakhouse, King's, Applebees, YaFei, Butya's Lounge, Sneekers, Bronze Hood Lounge, and Trailblazers Bike Shop.

This year's top winner, with a coin weight of 28.758 pounds was Annette Murray of McKees Rocks; the second place winner was Deloitte Consulting of Pgh. with 20.652 pounds; and third place went to Nancy Calhoon of Coraopolis with 17.082 pounds -- all pennies from Heaven! Thank you! And tremendous thanks go to Troop 301 and all the faithful volunteers of Penny Day.