Hits & Misses

While nothing has been confirmed yet, there’s excitement over the possibility that the Corelle Brands plant in Charleroi could reopen. A source close to current Anchor Hocking employees told our news partners at WTAE-TV on Thursday that another company is working to complete the purchase of the facility. A source who spoke to the Mon Valley Independent was less certain about the prospect, saying that Anchor Hocking employees have relayed that a company is working with engineering groups on “due diligence.” However, the source warns that a lot more work needs to be done and “nothing is set in stone.” An eventual reopening of the longtime glass plant would be phenomenal news for Charleroi and the entire Mon Valley. More than 250 jobs are projected to be created if the facility is up and running again. “Great news, Charleroi!” Charleroi Councilman Larry Celaschi wrote on Facebook. “A bright new chapter is on the horizon as the Corning/Corelle/Pyrex plant is coming back to life! Over 250 new jobs are on the way, bringing hope, opportunity, and much needed energy to our community. What a blessing. Thank you, Lord!” We hope this turns from rumor into reality. We remember the sadness of the final day of work in April, and we would love to share the joy of an eventual reopening. We’re disgusted by the unprovoked attack on St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church in Pleasant Hills. Vandals recently spray painted anti-Catholic and antisemitic symbols and messages on the side of the parish church and on statues. Calling the incident “deeply disturbing,” the parish shared photos of the damage with the public in hopes that they can help identify the culprits. “This holy place, meant for prayer, community, and the merciful presence of God has been violated in a deeply painful way,” Bishop Mark Eckman said. “To the faithful who feel shaken, and to all in our wider community, know that your pain is shared, and my prayers are with you for comfort and healing. ... The parishioners of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary and our entire diocesan family are heartbroken over this hateful act. I ask the faithful to join me in praying for comfort and peace, and I urge anyone with information, no matter how small it may seem, to contact the FBI.”