LH grad awarded merit scholarship
New Salem American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 753, recently presented a $500 merit scholarship to Benjamin A. Diamond, son of John and Christine Diamond of Smithfield.
Benjamin attended Laurel Highlands High School and graduated summa cum laude. He plans to attend the University of Pittsburgh蘑菇视频 School of Nursing. He has been very active both in scholastic and community events and programs.
Pictured, from left, are Emily Smearcheck, scholarship committee member; Rosemary Reagan, unit auxiliary president; Benjamin Diamond, recipient; and Beth Smearcheck, unit scholarship chairperson. Other scholarship committee members include Yolanda Saghy, Irene Marshall, and Elaine Boyd.