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02/14/07 (01)
re: 02/12/07 (14)you
people who arent teachers>
I am not a teacher, but being related to one, I can tell you that she
doesn't have three months 'off'. For what she teaches, she attends
classes and seminars throughout the summer. Some are out of state. I
also know that she is respected on one hand for the teaching job she
does and the time she puts into the classes AND for expecting the
students to try hard to gain knowledge from the class. On the other
hand, she is, many times DIS-respected for the very same things. It's
tough when students go to a class and choose NOT to learn or study or do
the work involved with that class. It is also unfair that she be told
she is expecting too much from students when what she is teaching is
coming from the guide in front of her as required for that particular
class. But I understand the students do enjoy the fun things she
incorporates into the teachings to make the class interesting.
We certainly do have some teachers who have lost their steam, their true
desire to teach and get satisfaction from a job well done, but once
again, don't lump all teachers into one big ball.
As far as teaching ABC's, etc., maybe you need to take a shot at that
part.
If all teachers are worth nothing, why do you send your kids to
school?!? I have friends who have home schooled. Depending on the grade
of the child, it wasn't as easy as they thought.
02/14/07 (02)
these kids need to be taught respect and discipline. obviously they
haven't been.
**Did you teach your child to walk? Sure you did. Did you teach your
children to swear? I bet not. Did you teach your child to drive?
Probably. Did you teach them to drink alcohol? Probably not. Did you
teach them to smoke? There are things in life we do not teach our
children, yet they find their way to it anyway. Put the responsibility
where it lies! Next time she steps out in front of you, blow the horn!
Her frightened face will give you the satisfaction you are searching
for, and you wont have to do time for it! :) Plus! She will always
remember that day and will forever think twice before doing it again
02/14/07 (03)
02/13/07 (27)
I think Officer Kingston would make a very good Chief of police, the
council needs to put principals before personalities and appoint the
right person who is qualified to do the job and not keep him out because
some of them don't like him personally. Amon
The borough should hire from outside the police department.
02/14/07 (04)
I previously posted a comment about looking for a kitten in the area
that needed a home..Im still looking, but i believe i left the wrong
e-mail with the moderator... if anyone has, or knows someone who has
kittens that need a home please post your information and i'll be happy
to get a hold of you.
02/14/07 (05)
Dear S.O.G.
I know that this note isn't much, but I can tell you this : It is very
true, when it comes to saying that I Love You !!
Me
02/14/07 (06)
When was it passed that individuals could use the High School to walk
their dog? Not only walk their dog, but block the fire lane at the
commons area? I hope its open this weekend, I have two dogs that need
some space to run as well! SEE YA'LL THERE!
02/14/07 (07)
It may have taken me a while to find my way back, but, please know
I'm here for good. We have what it takes to make it for the next
50 years. I thank God you hung in there and didn't weaken.
My life is not the same without you in it and I like who I am when we're
together. I'll love you tilL the day I die and then some.
02/14/07 (08)
02/13/07 (27)
I think Officer Kingston would make a very good Chief of police, the
council needs to put principals before personalities and appoint the
right person who is qualified to do the job and not keep him out because
some of them don't like him personally. Amon
No one cares what anyone thinks.
02/14/07 (09)
Officer Kingston A good choice for "Chief of Police"?
02/14/07
(10)
Happy St. Valentine's Day. May your heart be filled with love for all
God's creatures.
02/14/07
(11)
I have lived in Ellwood City my whole life and can remember all the
different thing there were to do back then. There was dances,movies,pool
halls,and for those younger there was the old coffee shop,or even roller
skating. Now all I hear is how the kids hanging out in front of stores
down town and making buisness people angry. Well as I see it,if they
(the kids) had a place to go in this town there would be less stuff for
them to get into or to just get blamed for.
02/14/07 (12)
Re: all the 'kid crossing' posts-
What it comes down to is, the law is the law. Safety should be an issue.
And the people who defend the arrogance of some students are sending a
message that says kids, anyone, should be able to do just as they
please.
Many years ago, a leader of a foreign country said, in essence, that
'they' didn't need to attack and destroy our country b/c we would do it
to ourselves from within. It has been a slow process, but it's coming to
pass.
Yeah, we have adults who break minor/major laws, and the public is quick
to raise it's voice, and so it should be. But perish the thought that
kids not have to learn rules/laws/respect also and exhibit that
learning. We must learn to remember that 80% of todays parents have
perfect children and are, themselves nigh unto perfect.
One poster mentioned the McD's light. People making right turns from 5th
onto Fountain SHOULD be paying attention to the fact that for a period
of time, the pedestrians DO have the walk light.
BUt I have yet to see a response from that 16 year olds Mom as to what
the excuse is for the slow walking and holding up traffic during NICE
weather.
02/14/07 (13)
Where did this talk of slots on 488 come from?
02/14/07 (14)
the big ole town of ellwood city shut down due to the snowstorm.
02/14/07 (15)
All of you who have commented on my original posting of rude children
missed the general basis of my statement. Yes, there are laws that allow
children to cross the street, and I don't mind when someone crosses
against the light. It is when they cross against the light, or in the
middle of the block, see you driving and slow their pace. Go ahead stand
up for them, I understand, they are kids, they don't know any better. I
have heard it all. Those excuses are ignorant. The ones who noticably
slow their pace are RUDE. There is no other explanation. You say they
are in a hurry. Then why slow down ones pace? Its arogant.
02/14/07 (16)
The best training you can get is Ellwood City Athletic Club. The owner
Jeff Wiley is the best around. He is a professional in his business and
he knows his stuff. He is very helpful and a very caring person. He has
been in the business for a long time. If you want the right training by
a professional see Jeff.
02/14/07 (17)
What is the big deal with Riverside using the stadium for home games?
You act like the students of Lincoln are going to care. They won't.
There is very little school spirit among the students of Lincoln. For
example: The EC vs. Blackhawk basketball game, Yes there were many
students at the game, but they were there to see Childs dunk. It was
apparent that was their motive when he did dunk and the entire EC
student section went crazy as if Ellwood had just won states, but no,
they were being embarrassed by Blackhawk. There is no rivalry anymore.
02/14/07 (18)
Hey, "Einstein" that is good that you make a six figure income, we are
all proud of you!! I do too. However, the majority of the people in this
town do not!! There are alot of retired people in town on fixed income.
Should they move out of their houses because their taxes go up to pay
for teachers health insurance and pensions. I think it is pretty greedy
to ask for free health care in this country when every other industry
has to pay their own way!!! There is no reason they can't afford to pay
a portion of their healthcare with the salaries that they are paid.
They should make part of student teaching working in corporate America
for a year, then they would realize how nice they have it. Talk to a few
teachers who worked in the corporate world before they were teachers
"they understand!". Most of them wouldn't be caught dead in the faculty
lounge, wining and crying over petty stuff, "they understand!."
02/14/07 (19)
02/13/07 (09)
Are there any haunted houses in or near the Ellwood area?
jockeymoore road has had ghosts since we were kids. chainman walks that
road nearly every night after midnight. ""but dont stop your car in
reach of his chain"" !!
02/14/07 (20)
to #27 your right about principals....or past principals?...this said
Ellwood needs a cheif from outside the city with no ties
02/14/07 (21)
intersections,the pedestrian has the right of way in the crosswalk, if
you're in a vehicle and they are on foot , likely you will get to your
destination long before they get to theirs and with a lot less
effort,lighten up a little.
02/14/07 (22)
DONT FORGET: RIVERSIDE'S MUSICAL IS THIS THURSDAY - SUNDAY. PLEASE COME
AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT.
02/14/07 (23)
happy sweetness day.
02/14/07 (24)
02/13/07 (21)
Unlike the teachers, I pay for part of my health insurance. Then again,
I make a 6 figure salary.
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I've seen your figure.
It DOES look like a 6!
02/14/07 (25)
Damon for police chief: NOT
02/14/07 (26)
To the basketball banquet question....we just needed to know if you are
attending or not....answers were supposed to be in by Feb 7th.
02/14/07 (27)
Ive overheard my kids talking about pictures on My Space, their words
weren't in a flattering tone. I tried to remember all the names I had
heard and when they were finished on the computer, I sat down and for
the first time unblocked the security so I could check out what my kids
were talking about. Anyone would be shocked to see what these kids are
posting, but I believe their parents would be ashamed of their children.
Just a warning, you can use your security to block these types of
things, but you cannot do a thing when kids cut and paste it through the
messengers.
I know exactly what you are talking about. It is scary. I have also seen
some off the Instant Messages that kids send each other. OMGoodness.
Down right disgusting, nasty and cruel.
I think a little more parenting and common sense could go a long way.
02/14/07
(28)
I can't wait to go on a picnic with my girl up Moraine and just soak up
the sun.
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02/13/07 (01)
Riverside can just play the entire season on the road like EVERY OTHER
school does when they go through a field renovation. Why do they need to
use Ellwood's? It would be inconvenient to all of the Riverside students
to make their way over town as well. Use some common sense, people.
02/13/07 (02)
More than a few parents would be shocked to see what their children post
and send each other via the internet
Ive overheard my kids talking about pictures on My Space, their words
weren't in a flattering tone. I tried to remember all the names I had
heard and when they were finished on the computer, I sat down and for
the first time unblocked the security so I could check out what my kids
were talking about. Anyone would be shocked to see what these kids are
posting, but I believe their parents would be ashamed of their children.
Just a warning, you can use your security to block these types of
things, but you cannot do a thing when kids cut and paste it through the
messengers.
02/13/07 (03)
02/12/07 (27)
The Ellwood City boys basketball banquet will be held on the 17th of
Feb. at 6pm, please send in your replies as soon as possible, Thank
you!!!!!
Replies or Reservations?
02/13/07 (04)
Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes contains the laws
which govern the operation of vehicles on Pennsylvania roads.>>>>
Section 3542. Right-of-way of pedestrians in crosswalks.
(a) General rule.—When traffic-control signals are not in place or not
in operation, the driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a
pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within
any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection.
I nominate you as Corner Monitor, can I get a second? Dig out your
junior officer sticker, along with your heaviest winter clothing, it's
supposed to be cold tomorrow. I'll be sure to drive by and check on you.
I'll be the one waving encouragement as I drive by.
Let me ask you this: Should there be an officer stationed at each block
to arrest these against the light crossers?! How long would it be until
you complained they were giving kids tickets for simply walking across
the street when they could be out fighting crime?
02/13/07 (05)
RE:02/12/07 (21)I am not originally from Ellwood but I understand there
are rivalries but these are also kids and families that work,shop, play
in this area. They are basically your neighbors. I have met students
from both schools and I know you people say that they are disrespectful
but I have had wonderful experiences with both. When all the flooding
happened a couple years ago, didn't most people contribute to aid people
from both Riverside and Ellwood areas? Why not this? Let the rivalry
stay between the school's team players and let the community stand up to
help. Be adults here. Time to grow up and get over the rivalry.
02/13/07 (06)
Were flyes sent home about Softball sign ups? When are they? Thanks.
02/13/07 (07)
Let's face it, having the district pay 100% of their health insurance is
a good employee benefit. When the mills were working, their employees
received the same type of benefit package as well.
You said it union goon "WHEN"
02/13/07 (08)
Thank You so much for your support by attending our breakfast buffet ,we
really appreciate it !It was so much more than a fundraiser ,it was a
time to visit with new friends and to see old friends whose paths we
haven't crossed in a very long time .I can safely say all who attended
left with full tummies and a smile on their face . THANKS AGAIN,Chewton
VFD Ladies Auxiliary
02/13/07 (09)
Are there any haunted houses in or near the Ellwood area?
02/13/07 (10)
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02/12/07 (12)
02/09/07 (08)
IN RE TO 02/08/07 (11)
Does anyone know what is going on with that development that was planned
off of 488 in Perry Township? I think it was called "Whispering Winds"
or something like that. All of the signs have been taken down.
Just another case against Walmart. When they couldn't get Cable's
property, they tried Whispering Wind. The road can't hold up under the
traffic
The slots are going in up there.
I HOPE YOU ARE REFERRING TO CABLES PROPERTY.
I think the slots would be a nice addition. I hope they put a red light
in. That is a heck of a bad road. There have been probably 4 deaths in
just that stretch of road. Mostly the deers fault.
YEAH FOR SLOTS.
02/13/07 (11)
Riverside can just play the entire season on the road like EVERY OTHER
school does when they go through a field renovation. Why do they need to
use Ellwood's? It would be inconvenient to all of the Riverside students
to make their way over town as well. Use some common sense, people.
02/13/07 (12)
To #16 on 2-12 That is the dumbest post I have seen in a long time. Is
there a law that a play is only allowed to be shown only in one school
in the USA?
02/13/07 (13)
02/12/07 (02)
In response to #7 on 2/7/07. What is your excuse for the kids walking
out in front of cars in the summer? Are they in a hurry to get in an air
conditioned house. Not all kids are guilty of this but the ones that
constantly walk in front of vehicles have NO RESPECT for others let
alone themselves. They should feel lucky that they aren't crossing
streets in Florida or California because there would be alot DEADLY
accidents. I can't believe how some parents can defend the actions of
their children when they know that their child is to blame.
Just like the Geneva students crossing Rt 18. They NEVER look left or
right and arrogantly assume that traffic will stop.
02/13/07 (14)
02/12/07 (16)
Why is Lincoln Park doing CATS when Lincoln high school already did it
this year. I thought this school was this awesome, talented school
but they just do what everyone else is doing.
maybe their doing cats because they are jealous of the fantastic
job that ellwood did and they are out to prove they can do better but
thats impossible.
02/13/07 (15)
My Gift
As a supporting parent, my message is:
I am a stranger to you now, but let me walk
with you for a while. Because I have been
where you are, and where you are about to go.
I have no answers. I offer instead my hand, my heart, my listening ear,
my time, and my experience…
So that one day you can turn to another and say:
I am a stranger to you now, but let me walk with you for a while.
Because I have been where you are, and where you are about to go. I have
no answers. I offer instead my hand, my
heart, my listening ear, my time, and my
experience…
So that one day you can turn to another and say...
Author unknown
A new support group for family, friends, and educators of children with
Asperger’s syndrome and/or Attention Deficit Disorders
A Beacon Shines
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
6:30pm - 8:00pm
at the
Ellwood City Family Center
311 College Avenue
Ellwood City, PA 16117
724-758-3430
Our mission is to network and offer support to families of children with
Asperger’s Syndrome and/or ADHD disorders, to provide information,
resources, and promote awareness to our communities.
Can’t make it to a meeting?
Please send us your email so we can add you to our list.
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02/13/07 (16)
RE: #14
In response to your statement which I assume is a weak attempt at humor.
Never argue with an idiot. They drag you down to their level then beat
you with experience",
"Dilbert",
02/13/07 (17)
02/12/07 (13)
Anybody here know of a good window blind and window treatment ?
I would like to know who makes the best
In response to your question, If you go to Home Depot or Lowe's they
carry Bali and Graber--made by Springs Window Fashions. They are by far
the best made and most reasonably priced. By the way, that reminds me of
a joke.....
"A lady had just stepped out of the shower and someone knocked at her
front door. She yelled, 'Who's there?' A friendly voice responded 'It's
the blind man!' Figuring he could not see, she didn't bother to put on
any clothes and opened her door. In amazement, he asked, 'Where do you
want these blinds hung, ma'am???' "
02/13/07 (18)
2/12 #16 I'll bet that Lincoln Park does it better! HAHAHA Now, doesn't
that sound petty? Yes it does. And that is how your comment came across.
Grow up!
02/13/07 (19)
Rep #11
First of all any good parent teaches their kids not to run across the
street when the kids are little that is how more kids get hurt than
anything.
Second you posted the law about right of ways for pedestrians then there
are a lot of cars that break that rule every day at Fountain ave and 5
th street the walk signal is automatic it turns to walk when the traffic
going north turns green yet cars pull into the crosswalk to make a right
turn on red half of them don't slow down. other cars that want to turn
tight onto fountain ave do the same thing and pull up to within a foot
of people crossing the street. No I am not a child I am a parent of a
child who doesn't drive and has crossed many times there always with the
same results because people can't wait. People in cars do not give any
pedestrians respect so before you complain about what the kids are doing
look to what you do. The intersection at McDonalds is a an accident
waiting to happen just remeber this when our students walk to and from
school the school is responsible for anything that happens to them on
the to or from school. What will happen if someone gets h!
it because people in cars are impatient? Everyone will end up paying for
it because the parents will probably end up sueing the school district.
If it is such a problem with kids crossing the street might I suggest
you go around behind the school down wayne ave and over to the overpass
and avoid the kids at that time of day. There are other streets but only
one way to the fifth street bridge from the school.
02/13/07 (20)
there will be a karate studio in the curves building. my son is
currently a student at that school which is now in the E.C. athletic
club building on line ave. very good school with a great instuctor.
02/13/07 (21)
Unlike the teachers, I pay for part of my health insurance. Then again,
I make a 6 figure salary.
As someone said the other day, I wouldn't want to live on what teacher's
make. Stop complaining about it.
02/13/07 (22)
i have to add my $.02 on this subject. every day i see at least a doaen
kids cross the intersectin at 5th and lawrence without waiting for the
light to change. in most cases it is just a case of being in a hurry and
not doing it to be rude, there are a few cases where it is done just to
be rude and cause an inconvenience. one case that sticks in my mind was
a teen girl crossing in front of me while i was coming down 5th from the
school. if i would've had my eyes on anything else i probably would have
hit her. she looked right at me while i was about 20 feet from her and
she steps out in front of me and slows down and gives me a dirty look.
this was a look of something like "ha ha, now you have to wait for the
light", which i did at that point. it made me want to speed up and hit
her to teach her a lesson.
these kids need to be taught respect and discipline. obviously they
haven't been.
02/13/07 (23)
Its not that we don't care who will be the next chief, but more a case
of what diffence does it make? if we have no say in it and they will
appoint/hire whoever thay want. my concern is someone getting it that
non-deserving, just because they have rank or seniority or the right
last name. this department needs to be run a little more disciplined and
controlled and they need to put someone in there that is going to do
that.
02/13/07 (24)
02/12/07 (02)
In response to #7 on 2/7/07. What is your excuse for the kids walking
out in front of cars in the summer? Are they in a hurry to get in an air
conditioned house. Not all kids are guilty of this but the ones that
constantly walk in front of vehicles have NO RESPECT for others let
alone themselves. They should feel lucky that they aren't crossing
streets in Florida or California because there would be alot DEADLY
accidents. I can't believe how some parents can defend the actions of
their children when they know that their child is to blame.
I guess this is where I tell you how much I could care less! Isn't there
another route you can take? It's Ellwood, you can be anywhere in a
matter of minutes! Besides, I know how long it takes to cross the street
and if you allow that tiny bit of time to upset you, then you probably
need some counciling. Either that or there is something else in your
life that you are seriously unhappy about and this small detention is
where you choose to release that anger?. I don't know, but again I don't
care. I was raised to respect my elders not yield to them.
02/13/07 (25)
the best place to go to for speed and agility classes is Sean Myers. His
place has a huge upstairs and there is alot of room for the kids. Your
child does not have to stand around waiting until it is his turn because
of the room they have. Sean is also a great guy.
02/13/07 (26)
re: 02/12/07 (14)you people who arent teachers>
I am not a teacher, but being related to one, I can tell you that she
doesn't have three months 'off'. For what she teaches, she attends
classes and seminars throughout the summer. Some are out of state. I
also know that she is respected on one hand for the teaching job she
does and the time she puts into the classes AND for expecting the
students to try hard to gain knowledge from the class. On the other
hand, she is, many times DIS-respected for the very same things. It's
tough when students go to a class and choose NOT to learn or study or do
the work involved with that class. It is also unfair that she be told
she is expecting too much from students when what she is teaching is
coming from the guide in front of her as required for that particular
class. But I understand the students do enjoy the fun things she
incorporates into the teachings to make the class interesting.
We certainly do have some teachers who have lost their steam, their true
desire to teach and get satisfaction from a job well done, but once
again, don't lump all teachers into one big ball.
As far as teaching ABC's, etc., maybe you need to take a shot at that
part.
If all teachers are worth nothing, why do you send your kids to
school?!? I have friends who have home schooled. Depending on the grade
of the child, it wasn't as easy as they thought.
02/13/07 (27)
I think Officer Kingston would make a very good Chief of police, the
council needs to put principals before personalities and appoint the
right person who is qualified to do the job and not keep him out because
some of them don't like him personally. Amon
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02/12/07 (01)
02/09/07 (08)
IN RE TO 02/08/07 (11)
Does anyone know what is going on with that development that was planned
off of 488 in Perry Township? I think it was called "Whispering Winds"
or something like that. All of the signs have been taken down.
Just another case against Walmart. When they couldn't get Cable's
property, they tried Whispering Wind. The road can't hold up under the
traffic
I heard the guy had to many restictions after the property was bought
plus it was expensive.
02/12/07 (02)
In response to #7 on 2/7/07. What is your excuse for the kids walking
out in front of cars in the summer? Are they in a hurry to get in an air
conditioned house. Not all kids are guilty of this but the ones that
constantly walk in front of vehicles have NO RESPECT for others let
alone themselves. They should feel lucky that they aren't crossing
streets in Florida or California because there would be alot DEADLY
accidents. I can't believe how some parents can defend the actions of
their children when they know that their child is to blame.
02/12/07 (03)
2/20/2007
Lecture - Trains & Trolleys: early days in Ellwood City
Lecture begins at 7:00 p.m. at the Ellwood City Historical Society and
is free to the public. Learn what life was like in the early 1900s in
Ellwood City with this free presentation by Dr. Magee. For more
information call 724-758-5501
02/12/07 (04)
Respone to 02/09/07 (14): I heard the name of the new coffee shop is
"Thanks a Latte." Keystone Physical Therapy, Soother Tanning, and a
karate studio are also in the curves building.
02/12/07 (05)
Here is a great resource for events happening in Lawrence County...
http://www.visitlawrencecounty.com/events_calendar.asp?m=2
02/12/07 (06)
Everyone is invited to attend the Holy Redeemer Super Bingo on Sunday
March 4, 2007 at the Catholic Center. It is great fun with huge payouts.
Great rip off tickets. There will be many games with payouts over 800.
Jackpot is 1000. Great door prizes and several 500 cash give aways.
There will be over 50 door prizes, gift baskets and gift certificates.
Tickets are only 20.00. The more people in attendance the bigger the
payouts will be. Your ticket includes your game packet and free donuts
and coffee. There is a huge kitchen menu with famous fried pepperoni
puffs. Call the school for info and tickets at
(724)758-5991.
02/12/07 (07)
I was just at the Peebles in Salem, OH (nice store) Is the Ellwood store
going going to close?
Why does you being at a Peebles in Salem mean the Ellwood City Store is
going to close? For your information, Peebles businss in Ellwood Ciy has
increased considerably since they opened. I don't think they have any
intention of closing.
02/12/07 (08)
If you want to get conditioned for a sport, the best in the area is Jeff
Smiley at the Ellwood City Athletic Club, 214 Line Avenue. He has speed
and agility training classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week and if
you join his classes I think he also includes the use of gym equipment
in the fee. Jeff is the best motivator and has been training athletes
for many years.
02/12/07 (09)
WurEllWayne Baseball signups!
When: Sun 2/18 6:00PM-8:00PM
Where: Ellport Community Center
Boys & Girls ages 7-10
www.zoominternet.net/~wew
or 724.758.1131 for more info!
02/12/07 (10)
Good Luck to our chief of police Mr.Bill Betz and his family.Thank you
for all of your time that your gave back to this community alot of
people don't know it but Mr.Betz was very active in alot of events that
went on in our community.We will miss you and we are losing a good Chief
of Police it will be very hard to fill those shoes.
thank you
02/12/07 (11)
Re: 02/09/07 (07) (from someone else who sees this every day and your
disection of another post)
DO I think crossing Lawrence Ave. ... (your response - **Okay you are in
your warm car,)
SO, what's the excuse when the weather is nice? Do you actually think
your reason is credible when this is an ALL WEATHER event?!? You aren't
at the corners much, are you?
***)I would probably do the same thing. I think human nature would be
telling me to hurry ...
You say you would be doing the same thing but in the next breath, you
use the word HURRY. On a beautiful 70' day, the attitudes, mannerisms
and walk are the same. Go figure.
Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes contains the laws
which govern the operation of vehicles on Pennsylvania roads.>>>>
Section 3542. Right-of-way of pedestrians in crosswalks.
(a) General rule.—When traffic-control signals are not in place or not
in operation, the driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a
pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within
any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection.
So, I guess since the intersection being discussed, and most major
intersections in EC have traffic control signals, pedestrians, young and
old, are to obey the signals. Period. If the above says they can saunter
on out anytime W/O the signals, the opposite is true is true WITH
signals. Ask a policeman to read all that has been written and see what
he/she says!
Sometimes you have to be witness to things, not just takes what the kids
say. Your child is probably a decent kid, but him or anyone else the
right to tie up school buses and other traffic as they amble across the
street as though they had paid ALL our taxes and owned the area. Let me
tell you, once they make it across and are on the sidewalk agin, they
become very animated, Go figure. I guess regardless the weather and
temperature, Little Johnny needs to feel the power of control.
02/12/07 (12)
02/09/07 (08)
IN RE TO 02/08/07 (11)
Does anyone know what is going on with that development that was planned
off of 488 in Perry Township? I think it was called "Whispering Winds"
or something like that. All of the signs have been taken down.
Just another case against Walmart. When they couldn't get Cable's
property, they tried Whispering Wind. The road can't hold up under the
traffic
The slots are going in up there.
02/12/07 (13)
Anybody here know of a good window blind and window treatment ?
I would like to know who makes the best.
02/12/07 (14)
you people who arent teachers dont know what its like!
How would you like to play with kids all day, teach them abcs and 123s,
then have to have three months off over the summer every year???
Isnt that horrible?
02/12/07 (15)
I hope that the residents of Perry Township attend this Tuesdays meeting
at 7:00 p.m. You need to come and voice your opinions
02/12/07 (16)
Why is Lincoln Park doing CATS when Lincoln high school already did it
this year. I thought this school was this awesome, talented school
but they just do what everyone else is doing.
02/12/07 (17)
RE: 2/9/07 #1 - I'm glad you are not doing my taxes. If you force the
teachers to pay for 1/2 of their insurance, you will have to offset the
loss in pay with a pay raise. There would be no savings.
Let's face it, having the district pay 100% of their health insurance is
a good employee benefit. When the mills were working, their employees
received the same type of benefit package as well.
I too wish I had the same type of benefits. Don't take something good
from the teachers just because you don't receive the same. Besides, if
this is something you would like to have, go back to college and take
courses which will enable you to become certified to teach and get a
teaching job.
02/12/07 (18)
hey 2-9-07 #1.....i dont even have a degree and pay nothing for my
insurance...
02/12/07 (19)
02/06/07 (09)
Well said 02/05/07 (07)!!! I have a 16 year old and can support every
word you said! These kids do not even understand what respect is.
I agree. This year has been a real eye opener for me. More than a few
parents would be shocked to see what their children post and send each
other via the internet.
02/12/07 (20)
Get ready to make some snowmen. Looks like the rugrats will have more
days off from school or a delay.
02/12/07 (21)
can't we just all get along?????? it's not about getting along - no one
is trying to cause trouble. it's just when ellood was renovating their
stadium - no one offered the use of their field to us - no - not even
our neighbors - riverside. we can use their swimming pool - big deal!
who swims? it's all about respect - of the game, the new coaching staff
and of our football team. of course - the $$$ are talking to some of the
board - but, next year or in the middle of the football season when our
field is all torn up because of the added wear and tear of 2 more bands
playing and a whole football game every week - do you really think our
field is that good to handle all that play time? are our locker
rooms/showers going to be taken care of? who will get kicked off the
field? soccer, little wolverines, jv games, not riverside - it'll be our
kids, your kids, ellwood kids! come on ellwood - call your board members
and let them know your feelings. it's not can't we all!
get along! it's a home town rival and we bleed blue & white - not green
& white - play the games away like we had to! there are other ways to
make an effort to consolidate - not with a football field and a swimming
pool -
02/12/07 (22)
I like the new wellness page. It is nice to know there will be something
to read every other week on wellness. Thanks for a job well done. I
would like to see something on running and how it affects your joints.
TC
02/12/07 (23)
It's so sad that the cost of insurance prevents many things from
happening. Unfortunatly the price is paid by the child. Maybe if people
weren't so quick with the "I'll sue you", things wouldn't be this way.
A sign of the times I guess.
02/12/07 (24)
If the posts on this forum are a true reflection of Ellwood City
community than there is no doubt why this community is not blessed or
moving forward. The selfish attitudes and "who are they" attitudes will
never be rewarded. I have realized in my life unless you having a giving
heart you will never reap any benefits. Maybe you do not want to share
your "precious stadium" but, what if it was the other way around. I
can't take another day in grumpville. We should be willing to share our
blessings with others and hope for the best. I am ashamed to say I live
in Ellwood City. I really am.
02/12/07 (25)
Ellwood City Little Wolverine Football Cheerleading Signups
Signups for ECLW Cheerleading & Mascot Tryouts for boys and girls who
will be in grades 1-8 next school year will be held on Friday, February
23rd from 5-7pm and Saturday March 3rd from 10am-12 at Ellwood City
Family Center (aka Y). Automatics & Twerps must sign up. These will be
the only signups.
02/12/07 (26)
I guess no one really cares who the next chief of police is in Ellwood
City!
02/12/07 (27)
The Ellwood City boys basketball banquet will be held on the 17th of
Feb. at 6pm, please send in your replies as soon as possible, Thank
you!!!!!
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02/09/07 (01)
Why do our local school teachers "REFUSE" to pay "ANYTHING" for their
health insurance??!! I have a Bachelors Degree and I have to pay for my
health insurance every month! Think about how many more books and
computers we could buy if our teachers would pay for just "HALF" of
their insurance premiums.
02/09/07 (02)
After careful consideration the Ellwood City Girls Softball league felt
it necessary to increase the registration fee an additional $10.00 to
offset the increased cost of insurance, { which is now over $3,000 a
year ), umpires fees, electric and water bills, and all the other little
things that have gone up in price. The cost for a second child will
remain the same at $25.00 and a third child or more at $10.00 each. We
have also reduced the number of fund raising calenders to be sold from
four to three. It is the first increase in 10 years and we still remain
the lowest cost in all of the Lawrence county programs. In addition to
the costs mentioned above, the fee of $50.00 dollars also provides funds
for the girls uniforms, visors for the t ball and instructional leagues,
participation awards, trophies, softballs( approx. one per player )
grass cutting and field maintainance materials, etc. We also have a
picnic at the end of the season for the players and thier families, w!
here we serve chicken, hot dogs, potato salad, chips, beverages , and
alot of door prizes.The Little Angels field is envied by alot of other
programs and we are very lucky to have a great group of people who run
this organization and work very hard all summer to maintain and
constantly improve our facility so that our children have a safe and
enjoyable summer of playing ball. Bob Viccari
02/09/07 (03)
Holy Redeemer Super Bingo - Sunday, March 4, 2007
If anyone is interested in tickets, I have 3 for sale at $20.00 each. If
interested please call 724-333-1058.
02/09/07 (04)
Ellwood is being very generous for submitting the offer to help
riverside while their stadium is getting redone. There are pluses for
both sides, for example, riverside could use their football field, while
Ellwood uses Riversides' pool.
02/09/07 (05)
We weren't allowed to wear slacks, it had to be dresses or skirts - we
didn't have insulated boots, just the rubber ones that came up to
mid-calf - let me tell you, our legs would bleed from the cold going
across the 5th Street Bridge when the tops of our boots rubbed against
our legs.
** I can relate to what you are saying, however, my mother was smart
enough to make us wear long pants under our dress or skirt. Once we got
to school we would take them off along with the boots we wore. I was
raised in the country and my father would take me to school on the back
of his horse! I was probably 1 of 3 or 4 kids that made it that day, but
I went regardless. Those were the days when snow would fall 2 or 3 feet
during the night. You can't tell me times haven't change.
02/09/07 (06)
To 02/08/07 (02):
I agree with you 200%!! Scheduling events would be a MESS. The newspaper
said that Helling Stadium holds about 60 events a year. Riverside
probably averages out to about the same amount. So you figure around 120
events a year for a high school stadium??? Are they just talking about
holding strictly football games there? Or do they want to hold all their
events there? I doubt the Riverside kids want to play at Lincoln's field
and I doubt Lincoln kids want Riverside to play at THEIR field. Yes,
most of you will say that the kids' opinions don't matter, but they do.
Do you realize how strong of a rivalry EC vs. RHS is? I can see much
vandalism and fighting in the future of Helling Stadium if this goes
through...
02/09/07 (07)
DO I think crossing Lawrence Ave. heading north means they are headed to
buy drugs and cigarettes? NO!!! They are most likely headed to McD's
then home.
**Okay you are in your warm car, they are in the VERY cold weather, does
it hurt you to give them the right away? NO! Maybe you should try
walking to and from work in this cold weather and see if you change your
attitude!
Am I gonna ask them WHY they are crossing and smiling and waving when
the light has turned green for east west traffic and they are holding up
traffic? Are you out of your mind!?!?!
**So what! So what a kid thinks its funny to watch you loose your mind
over a few extra seconds at a green light. If it's that bad, blow your
horn and wave back.
With regard to your second paragraph, I don't disagree with what you
have said. But I DO know that your suggestion had been tried with a
number of the DISRESPECTFUL kids on Lawrence Ave. after hours. You know,
the ones who sit on the benches or hang out in doorways and give people
a hard time!?!?
The 'crossing the street' thing is a safety issue. It's one that you, as
a parent, should be concerned about. These slow walking kids who choose
to step out knowingly against the light are daring people to get upset,
and you know that!
**Its cold outside! All I can say to your comment is: If I were in that
same situation, I would probably do the same thing. I think human nature
would be telling me to hurry and find heat. My children ride the
elementary school bus, they have to walk two blocks to our home and I
know how cold they are when they get home so I can't even imagine what
the high school kids feel like. I don't want to argue with you, I'm just
trying to help you see that not everyone in this world is out to make
you wait through a green light, some of them are just trying to get home
to a warm house.
02/09/07 (08)
IN RE TO 02/08/07 (11)
Does anyone know what is going on with that development that was planned
off of 488 in Perry Township? I think it was called "Whispering Winds"
or something like that. All of the signs have been taken down.
Just another case against Walmart. When they couldn't get Cable's
property, they tried Whispering Wind. The road can't hold up under the
traffic
02/09/07 (09)
I don't mind if Riverside uses Helling Stadium as long as they pay the
going rate for rent and share in the cost of the upkeep. No freebies!
02/09/07 (10)
02/09/07 (11)
The below zero weather was good for keeping the people off of Lawrence
Avenue late night!!!!
02/09/07 (12)
Don't forget Sunday is the "All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet" at the
Chewton Firehall!Hope you can come ! Good food,good service
. Go to E.C.org Calendar & click on the 11th for all the
info .menu,time,& prices .
02/09/07 (13)
I was just at the Peebles in Salem, OH (nice store) Is the Ellwood store
going going to close?
02/09/07 (14)
Is EC getting a starbucks next to curves?
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02/08/07 (01)
RIP Rowland Zimmerman..you were a great softball coach for the 9 years
you coached me...It wont be the same....my heart goes out to the
Zimmerman family...
02/08/07 (02)
ok - just heard that our school board is considering or already has
offered our football stadium to riverside. what??? do you really think
they are going to take care of our locker rooms, our facilities? Our
field by the mid season is torn up at center field - can you really
afford this??? or are you getting $$$$$. how about the concession
stands, boosters, conflict of schedules, but you think our field can
handle it - our speaker system, our bleachers that need painted so
badly, what about our football players and their schedules - our new
coaches, feeding the boys on thursday night - where was riverside when
our field was being built. come on - think of EVERYTHING FIRST. CAN YOU
HANDLE IT - AND HOW MUCH OF A STRAIN ON THE DIFFERENT BOOSTERS???
02/08/07 (03)
I love getting those groundhogs in my rifle scope. They are good long
distance shooting practice. The small ones just sticking over the grass
are more of a challenge It also gives the othe animals a good meal to
eat. Farmers love us for killing those pesky Meadow Grizzlies.
02/08/07 (04)
Well the cost is up $10 this year. Why does it now cost $50 for Ellwood
City girls softball league? Also, you have to sell 4 mandatory fund
raisers calendars. Who wants to buy those @ $15 a piece. The cost to
have your child participate in activites is ridiculous. No wonder why
there are so many kids in trouble. Who can afford to keep up with sports
and activities year round. Football/Cheering/Soccer/Softball/Baseball/Baskt-ball
etc. I'm going to need a second job soon to pay for all this.
02/08/07 (05)
doesn't matter who is the most deserving to be the next chief, the most
deserving won't get it anyway.
02/08/07 (06)
magnifico would make an excellent chief
02/08/07 (07)
RESPONSE to 2-7-07 # 9.....tripping over meaning speed of curiosity not
QUANTITY. Oh, look someone is complaining about a "CHURCH", I gotta find
out about that one. I feel bad for the person submitting the original
post,,,,their heart was just hurting a little and look what happens.....
02/08/07 (08)
Hello...anybody there? This is a sound off board not a jump to
conclusion board. I believe it's in the constitution...."freedom of
speech". I don't comment on here often if ever, but I do read it a LOT>
Sometimes for the good comments and sometimes when I need a LAUGH. But
sometimes, more often than not anymore, people are just plain cruel.
"Back in the day" people were cruel, yes, but nothing like this!
02/08/07 (09)
I tried to let this pass buy, but just had to comment on the kids
dressing for the cold weather. I lived in North Side, during the 40's,
walked to and from high school four times a day - a mile each way. We
weren't allowed to wear slacks, it had to be dresses or skirts - we
didn't have insulated boots, just the rubber ones that came up to
mid-calf - let me tell you, our legs would bleed from the cold going
across the 5th Street Bridge when the tops of our boots rubbed against
our legs. And, there was snow on the ground from October until April
many, many years. The only kids who got bussed were the ones from Frico,
Wurtemburg, etc.(the outlying areas), and we lived thru it. Kids today
don't know how lucky they are.
02/08/07 (10)
I think the idea to use Helling Stadium for Riverside Football is a
mistake. Helling stadium is for the Blue & White, not the green & white.
Where were the loyal Riverside directors when we were remodeling Helling
Stadium. Have them play on the road like everyone else does when a
stadium is being built or renovated.
02/08/07 (11)
Does anyone know what is going on with that development that was planned
off of 488 in Perry Township? I think it was called "Whispering Winds"
or something like that. All of the signs have been taken down.
02/08/07 (12)
Sorry I did not state clearly about the Perry 1 and Perry 2. They are
all Perry. It is just that the meetings are held in Perry 2. You in
Perry 1 have the same supervisors that are the supervisors in Perry 2.
It seems strange that the 2 Perrys are divided by Wayne Township but I
guess it has somthing to do with the way the river curves. Seems stupiud
to me but what is my opinion worth.
John Zias lives in Perry 1 and the other 2 supervisors, Dori McElwain
and Guy Geisler live in Perry 2. All the same Township, the same road
crew, the same secretary (Stacey), the same tax base and the same laws.
Just remember the meeting.
February 13 at 7 pm at the Perry 2 building. You all need to know where
your tax dollars go and to meet your supervisors.
02/08/07 (13)
Concerning this comment from the 16 year old's mother:
02/07/07 (13)What kind of respect to you give these kids? When they are
walking across the street in front of your car, do you know why? Have
you ever bothered to ask them why?\\\\\
I didn't write the comment to which you are respoding but here is MY
input: Do I know why they are doing the above? In my case, yes. They are
leaving school. DO I think crossing Lawrence Ave. heading north means
they are headed to buy drugs and cigarettes? NO!!! They are most likely
headed to McD's then home.
Am I gonna ask them WHY they are crossing and smiling and waving when
the light has turned green for east west traffic and they are holding up
traffic? Are you out of your mind!?!?!
With regard to your second paragraph, I don't disagree with what you
have said. But I DO know that your suggestion had been tried with a
number of the DISRESPECTFUL kids on Lawrence Ave. after hours. You know,
the ones who sit on the benches or hang out in doorways and give people
a hard time!?!?
The 'crossing the street' thing is a safety issue. It's one that you, as
a parent, should be concerned about. These slow walking kids who choose
to step out knowingly against the light are daring people to get upset,
and you know that!
Not every moving vehicle can stop on a dime. But you know also, it will
be the kid that steps out in FRONT of a moving vehicle that won't be
held accountable and some poor driving 'joe' will pay dearly. While I
will feel compassion for the teen, if the teen did it just to be
'smart', I will probably feel a little worse for the driver!
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02/07/07 (01)
I dont know about baseball but I hear football sign ups are going to be
in march this year. is that true
02/07/07 (02)
Speed and Adgility training will be held Wednesday night from 6:30pm to
8:00pm at Meyers Fitness Club. This is an advanced speed training class
and is being taught by a certified speed trainer. The trainer asks that
the class be for ages 12 and up, the cost is $22.00 per session.
02/07/07 (03)
perry twp. feb 2007 township meeting is coming up pretty soon. hang on
to your hats, it should be a real boxing match.
02/07/07 (04)
To #12 on 02/05/07: Wow! Very well put! I'm sure there will be some
naysayers as there always are on this forum, but you pretty much summed
it up. This town is stagnant, if not dying. Our political leaders need
to completely rethink their strategies of running this town. Too much
time is spent looking backwards instead of looking at the future. What
will Ellwood City look like in 2025? The mental picture I get is a very
bleak one.
02/07/07 (05)
RE: 02/06 #3 - Sweats won't do it either. It will take insulated long
underwear. Been there and have done that.
You have to dress for the weather even if it's not the "cool" thing to
do. It's the prudent thing to do!
I was also a walker and we had to dress for the weather. I was fortunate
as I only had to go two blocks to get to school. Kids that had greater
distances either dressed for the weather and walked or a parent brought
them. You have to use good judgement when it is so cold.
02/07/07 (06)
Since Betz is retiring, who is the most deserving to be the next chief
of police?
02/07/07 (07)
Rep #7
Call hartman elementary at 724-758-3241. They will be able to tell you
what you need they will also mail you a packet of information that will
need to be filled out. Yes your child goes because they check hearing
and vision and get to see the classroom too. Also if you know someone
who has kids in hartman already they usually send home a paper with each
student to be given to someone who has a child going into kindergarten.
hope this helps.
02/07/07 (08)
#14 You must be a city dweller, you have no idea what kinda damage those
pesky varmits can do to your crops. Heck they don't even taste good. Do
make good fertilizer.
02/07/07 (09)
2/6 (17) Tripping over everyone to see what church it was??? Looking
over the responses I only see ONE asking what church it was.
02/07/07 (10)
02/06/07 (08)
Perry 2 is where the Twp. building is off Rt. 488.
Perry 1 is down near Perry school. You live in Perry 1 if your near the
Ellwood end.
Thank You, I did not know about the township was known as 1&2. Where is
the township building in Perry 1 or do we not have one at this end?
You don't have a township building but you do have the fire department.
02/07/07 (11)
Good job MR Groundhog!!!
Mr Freeze
02/07/07 (12)
Although the Winters today are, on average, about 10 degrees cooler, the
summers are, on average, a few degrees warmer than they were 20+ years
ago. These warm temperatures stay around for a much longer time than
they have in the past. Remember Thanksgiving last year? One could have
played a game of golf during that time. Years ago, snow would have
encumbered the snow belts, like us, and golf would most definitely not
be an option during that time. Yes, global warming will affect our
Earth, and it has already begun, HOWEVER, it is happening at such a slow
speed, none of us will experience the "true" effects. I do not agree
with most in stating that we are the main cause. To an extent, yes, we
are, with our CFC's (chlorofluorocarbons) and vehicles, but think about
it, it is just the cycle of the Earth. Hundreds of millions of years
ago, when the dinosaurs ruled the Earth, temperatures were twice as high
as they are now..then, the ice age. There were no CFC's, vehicles, or
people then, and it still happened. Perhaps we are just beginning to
reach the point of the Earth's cycle where it will begin to get hot
again.
02/07/07 (13)
02/06/07 (09)
Well said 02/05/07 (07)!!! I have a 16 year old and can support every
word you said! These kids do not even understand what respect is.
What kind of respect to you give these kids? When they are walking
across the street in front of your car, do you know why? Have you ever
bothered to ask them why? You probably assume they are going to buy
cigeretts or just doing it to annoy you. That is a form of disrespect as
well.
Kids, like adults have emotions, but their emotions aka hormones are
moving a lot faster, causing them to react before properly thinking.
Their lives move much faster than ours did, and the temptations are
closer to them than they were to us. As adults we need to remember this,
and instead of crying "oh they have no respect anymore" try to find what
is happening to cause this and help find a solution. Sure some kids are
unreachable, but you would be surprised how many would just love even a
moment of positive attention, and how much of a difference it would make
in their, and your lives.
02/07/07 (14)
02/06/07 (08)
Perry 2 is where the Twp. building is off Rt. 488.
Perry 1 is down near Perry school. You live in Perry 1 if your near the
Ellwood end.
Thank You, I did not know about the township was known as 1&2. Where is
the township building in Perry 1 or do we not have one at this end?
Just at Perry 2. Its for the whole Twp.
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02/06/07 (01)
rep#12
Football and baseball aren't the only things to do in ellwood. I f the
kids are in high school there are a bunch of clubs they can join and one
in partiular the Culture club also known as EC3 that takes the kids to
to see different things cheap if they are a member and regular price I
think if not so there is transportation and it doesn't cost as much.
They are going to to see Stomp tues. They have gone to a pitt football
game and other things.
02/06/07 (02)
RE:02/05/07 (07)
Society, in general, has caused alot of this disrespect during sporting
events. We allow sports stars to say and do as they please. They get in
trouble with the law they get a smack on the fingers and go right back
to work making their
02/06/07 (03)
I find it hard to elieve that the teachers and administarton at the
school want the students to dress warm but do not allow them to wear
warm clothing. How is a pair of jeans suppost to keep a person warm? Our
students should be aloud to wear there sweat pants at least! I some what
agree with no hoodies, But please what is so wrong with wearings sweat
pants and staying warm?
02/06/07 (04)
re: And despite all that I have written so far, Ellwood does offer much
in regard to a commuting base for Pittsburgh. It does have a viable
clean downtown. Housing is ridiculously cheap in comparison to the
Pittsburgh suburbs. The town is still a safe place to live, despite "the
drug problem". The tax structure is 1/2 to 1/4 of anywhere in Allegheny
county. The schools do have a good academic reputation. And the people
are really and truly a friendly lot. But with no economic base, or such
limited access to the Pittsburgh "corridor", then why would anyone move
here?
You deserve respect. You have said exactly what we have tried to since
we got here and we are on the way out. Thank you. I am so glad someone
from here can admit the truth. It is sad. I pray change will come, but
we do not have the time to sit and find out.
02/06/07 (05)
Don't forget Ron O'Donnell
Information about him is at
www.geocities.com/lafaso48
Go to blog to see how he is. Jennifer
updates daily.
He is now at her and Randy's home
Thanks for not forgetting about my Dad. He is doing well here in Ohio. I
just wanted to correct the website, it is:
http://www.geocities.com/lofaso48/
We have had our first visit with the
nurses and therapist and we are taking it one day at a time. I read
Sound Off everyday and this morning when I went down to give him
breakfast, I told him he was famous again, he just smiled. He really
misses Ellwood and he can't wait to get back there again. Thank you for
all your support and prayers. Should you have any questions or comments
you want my Dad to know, you can email me at lofaso48@yahoo.com, other
than that, I am pretty informative on the blog.
Thanks
Jeniffer O'Donnell LoFaso
02/06/07 (06)
Heck with Ellwood going down the toilet, look at our nation. I am not
trying to make a political comment. I watched the news tonight, and
believe me I do not believe everything they say but, I think we may be
in a lot of trouble. May God have mercy on our nation. It doesn't look
good.
02/06/07 (07)
What's entailed in registering your child for kindergarten? Does the
child go to the registration? Does anyone know the name of a person to
call for details at Hartman?
02/06/07 (08)
Perry 2 is where the Twp. building is off Rt. 488.
Perry 1 is down near Perry school. You live in Perry 1 if your near the
Ellwood end.
Thank You, I did not know about the township was known as 1&2. Where is
the township building in Perry 1 or do we not have one at this end?
02/06/07 (09)
Well said 02/05/07 (07)!!! I have a 16 year old and can support every
word you said! These kids do not even understand what respect is.
02/06/07 (10)
Roland Zimmerman was my bible school teacher, and I never forgot him or
what he taught me,although I dont understand why God would take such a
good and honest man,someone who did so much for the community , and just
for being alive.
02/06/07 (11)
02/02/07 (25)
02/01/07 (04)
02/06/07 (12)
I have a question for the aspiring meteorologist:
Then how do you explain "global warming"? Apparently your research
contradicts what the environmentalist wackos are trying to brain wash
our kids into believing. And yes, I do remember having more snow, more
often when I was young (20+ years ago) versus the amount of accumulating
snow we have now.
I don't blame the kids for not wanting to wait outside for the bus. The
real issue, in my opinion, is the walkers. Ellwood has a lot of kids
that walk to and from school and maybe not everyone would be able to get
a ride. If my child was a walker and couldn't get a ride on days like
today, I would let him stay home.
02/06/07 (13)
02/02/07 (05)
I would never reveal the name of the church....it's NOT relevant...AND
there are still a few people there who I care about.
Thank you to those who invited me to their church, it was
interesting....invitations as opposed to"NOW WHICH CHURCH AS THAT?"
Either someone is feeling mightly guilty or wants to start some gossip.
What else is new?
well a church is supposed to a place were u here the gospel and nothing
else, no church should be ashamed of that if you did not like what you
heard then there is nothing wrong with some one asking which church
thats how these churches and preachers get away with this and even worse
because no one wants to hold them accountable if you know people at that
church and they would be ashamned well then i would not go to church
that i was ashamed of
02/06/07 (14)
I, for one, like groundhogs. I think they are cute and they do not
bother anyone. Your blatant disrespect of an innocent animal is uncalled
for.
02/06/07 (15)
The elementary has its share of people who use intimidation and fear and
screaming to control the students. You would be surprised at what goes
on.
02/06/07 (16)
May God bless and be with THE ZIMMERMAN FAMILY at this hard time.
02/06/07 (17)
My point is proven...I refused to mention the name of the church because
they are some of the people there I care deeply about....and everyone on
this sound-off board is tripping over one another to find out which
church it is. Just so they can start gossip. It not God's house that had
the problem, it is the people in it. BTW, I went back recently, and
nothing has changed.......Never again.
02/06/07 (18)
Groundhog Day
Old Groundhog stretched in his leafy bed.
He turned over slowly and then he said,
"I wonder if spring is on the way,
I'll go and check the weather today.
If I see my shadow between eleven and noon,
I then will know that I'm out too soon.
I'll crawl back in bed for six weeks more,
Pull up the warm covers and snore and snore.
But if no shadow gives me a scare,
I know that spring is in the air,
I'll wake my friends and wish them cheer,
With glorious news that spring is here."
02/06/07 (19)
Holy Redeemer School Registration----this week! Tuesday through
Thursday. They offer PreK3 - Grade 6. Sign your child up for a fantastic
education while keeping Christ in the classroom.
02/06/07 (20)
How can you blame a team's losses on the coach when the players missed
about 60 percent of the free throws and mishandled the ball just about
every game? I only missed 2 games this season and saw this over and over
again. These are facts, look at the stats. Also, why can a player bash a
coach on this site, but comments about players, not even mentioning
names, not get printed? I will state the facts again...it is hard to
coach a successful team when your starters are not consistently eligable
to play every game.
02/06/07 (21)
Does anyone know when sign ups are for boys baseball for ellwayne team
in ellport or for ellwood?
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02/05/07 (01)
It's extremely sad in the great (at least used to be) little down of
Ellwood City, that when someone says something that another does not
like....they are accused of being on drugs! And a drug that is useful in
many ways to help people. I know people who are on Zoloft, because they
NEED help, and that is what this drug does. Helps them to feel better.
You who accuse....same on you. Thank you to those who made comments
defending the poster who brought up the thought and was late accused.
There are decent people, understanding people in the world. Those of you
who have prescibed Zoloft...don't let these people get you down....
02/05/07 (02)
Hartman Kindgergarten Registration is March 14. North Side is March 9,
Perry is March 23 and Walnut Ridge is March 28.
02/05/07 (03)
You are wrong. Winters were not "worse" in your day than they are now.
I, an aspiring meteorologist (Weatherman), researched this a little bit.
It is a commmon misunderstaning in adults to think that the winters were
worse when they were young. This, my friends, is indeed a falsification.
Snow accumulation was, on average, higher than it is now. Temperatures,
however, were, on average, warmer 20+ years ago. It was not AS common to
have windchills below 0 degrees as it is now, however it did
occasionally happen. The kids in today's winters are actually braving
about an average of 10 degree cooler temperatures than they did in "your
day". Don't bash the kids for complaining about the cold. I agree with
them that it is not right to have kids stand outside in -4 degree
temperatures and wait for the bus, or walk to school in those kinds of
conditions. Kids are definitely more pampered than they use to be, but
TIMES ARE CHANGING. Life in general is getting easier for ALL of us.
Don't try to deny that you are not more pampered than you were as a
child. One of America's greatest goals is to make life easier for us and
for our posterity. Trust me, if you were a teenager, you would be
complaining about it too.
02/05/07 (04)
To #18 on 2/2
Thank you very much
02/05/07 (05)
Cranberry CARES Support Meeting
Friday, February 9, 2007
9:30AM-Noon
Regional Learning Alliance Building
(across from Venango Trails Golf Course)
Cranberry Township
Join us during this romantic month as we welcome Autism Director Jamie
Grace from the Cranberry Twp. office of Family Behavioral Resources to
discuss how our children see and experience relationships.
For directions to the meeting location, visit www.cranberrycares.org
or www.RegionalLearningAlliance.com
02/05/07 (06)
I, for one, am glad to learn that the EC Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
is resigning. I'm sure that coaching probably isn't the easiest thing to
do in the world, and I admire people willing to devote their free time
to the kids in our community, but comments that he has made, both in the
paper and to some of the players are not necessary.
02/05/07 (07)
Many of today's children are rude and disrespectful. You see disrespect
in everything they do; from slowing down their stride as they cross the
street and a car is coming, to talking inappropriately in public
facilities such as restaurants, and how they act during things such as
sporting events. People need to start making examples of these
disrespectful displays. One that comes to mind
is a recent outburst of profanity to a group of coaches during a
sporting event full of people of all ages. One of the
problems is that many of the parents of these disrespectful children
feel their kids do nothing wrong, and stand up for them instead of
disciplining them. I know when I was a child if an adult said I did
something wrong, my parents were going to listen to what the adult had
to say, and if it sounded logical I was going to be punished. People
need to start doing things about the disrespect. If something isn't done
acts of disrespect will only continue to get!
worse. Ban a child from all sports for the year. Show these kids that
there will be consequences for their actions. After a while things will
be back to how they were. If you think banning the student from all
sports for the rest of the year is harsh, or will hurt their
chance to possibly play a sport in college here is the truth. These acts
of disrespect has already hurt their chances to play a sport in college
because colleges see these acts as a liability, and they can find
hundreds of other players just as good or better that don't act like
children.
02/05/07 (08)
Don't forget Ron O'Donnell
Information about him is at www.geocities.com/lafaso48
Go to blog to see how he is. Jennifer updates daily.
He is now at her and Randy's home
02/05/07 (09)
02/02/07 (19)
Anyone is welcome even if you have no problem to discuss. They are held
at the Township building in Perry 2.
What do you mean by Perry 2? I live in the township(the Ellwood City
end) Thank you for helping me.
Perry 2 is where the Twp. building is off Rt. 488.
Perry 1 is down near Perry school. You live in Perry 1 if your near the
Ellwood end.
02/05/07 (10)
Congratulations to Officer McBride for being the chosen K-9 Police Dog
Officer/Handler!!
May we wish him the best that he and the K-9 dog will be appreciated to
the fullest for all the services they may provide when and where they
are needed. Officer McBride has proven himself to be very reliable since
he began his career here in Ellwood City.
As a community, we will probably need to give the Officer and the K-9
dog time to settle in together and to form a routine that will enable
them to perform at their best. Once all is settled for both of them, I'm
sure we; as a community, will see a great difference in many areas of
crime.
The idea of kids in schools getting to know the K-9 dog is a wonderful
way to show them we need to respect animals and to respect what they can
do FOR us, even if certain people may prefer the dog is not capable. All
kids of all ages need to know drugs are horrible for them, and what
better way than to have a dog "show them" that 'they can smell out a bad
person'! Also, kids need to know a Police Officer can be a great friend
or ally in any time of need...they protect and serve our kids too. Kids
shouldn't be taught at any age to fear any Officer. We only fear an
Officer if we have done wrong or are doing wrong, correct?
Yet, they are always there if we need them....
All the best wishes to you, Officer McBride. Thank you for having the
confidence to apply for the position, and for being courageously willing
to step up to an new and unfamiliar plate - one that I'm sure will be
very challenging. I have no doubt that there will be trying times for
you, but I believe you will succeed.
Always remember one thing Officer: If I'm not mistaken, your K-9 dog
will cherish you for who you are when you wake up in the mornings AND
when you both go home after a hard and long shift - no matter what kind
of harsh words anyone may have said to you during that shift, right?
I hope the community will appreciate you while cherishing the K-9 dog as
well! I also hope the people who have done wrong and are doing wrong are
just a bit nervous of what's yet to come - they should be, or they
shouldn't be living in our community in the first place.
Hopefully when we all finally see you and the K-9 Unit car riding around
in the community, it'll be so much said and greatly appreciated relief
for most of us....
Thank you to all of those who made this K-9 Unit become possible!!
Again - thank you Officer McBride!
Bless you,
- JR -
02/05/07 (11)
What ever happened to the guy that was looking for cupid to shoot his
girlfriend with that LOVE arrow? Did it work ? Did the begging get her
back? Or did you let her go ?
02/05/07 (12)
The following is part of an email I wrote in response to a question my
brother had asked me about a news story (which I did not read) about a
"drug problem" in Ellwood City. He lives in Connecticut and has been out
of Ellwood since the early 60's.
As a child of the 70's in Ellwood, the only drug problem I recall was
our inability to get it. Sure, there was pot, some cocaine( I never used
it, but I sure did like the smell of it! ), and even to a lesser degree,
acid and pills. Please remember, I haven't even SEEN pot since the
1980's, so I am far from the "in crowd" in the drug scene. I do however
lurk the pages of Elllwoodcity.org, as you should, and I read constant
laments over the drug problem in and around town. Any discussions I have
had with people that would know, seem to point to the everpresent pot,
but it seems that crystal meth has made a big splash. It's amazing what
a little Cairitin D and some gasoline antifreeze can do. I understand it
to be as addictive as crack, dirt cheap, and readily available. I also
understand that it just tears you up. We've all seen the Dateline
specials on it I'm sure.
People on the forum keep screaming about the drug houses and the Police
Department's lack of concern and action. I'm not sure of just what a
"problem" it all is. I am sure that any activity is a concern, but it's
not like when I lived in DC with the visible crack houses on every block
in SE. But, I am sure there is an issue when you remember that Ellwood
only has a population of about 6500 now, and probably 60-70% of that is
over the age of 60. That would leave the impression that all the kids
are hopped up, but I think we have to keep it in perspective.
Also, don't lose sight of the socioeconomic situation here in EC, you
can't point to West End and easily envision Cos Cob. Perry Twp. isn't
exactly "rural" Greenwich. Ellwood City is poor and unemployed, or at
best underemployed. Teenagers on the forums are relentless on their
pleadings for the powers that be introduce "something to do" in Ellwood.
Remember, there are no Benjamin's, no PeeWees, no Manos or Majestics to
go to. The SOI and the Moose and Elks do not have dances for kids as
they did when I was in school. There is just NOTHING here for the youth.
And believe me, nothing sells drugs like boredom. If you do not play
football or baseball in this town, I have no idea how these kids would
occupy their time. And when economics come into play, that just
aggravates the issue.
At least when I was "coming up", we all worked SOMEWHERE. We always had
a few bucks to go to Pittsburgh to watch a game, go to a concert. ( I
saw Led Zepplin for $12 ), or hit a nightspot. Now, the kids have to
have $4-5000 just to buy a piece of crap car, then fill up a tank of gas
for $30, drive into Pittsburgh, pay $15 to park somewhere and go to a
club to buy a beer for $6, or a mixed drink for $8-$10. The last concert
I thought of attending in Pittsburgh was an Elton John/Billy Joel show
that had a ticket price of $300. A Hockey game costs AT LEAST $30+ a
ticket for peanut heaven. Even a Pirate game is going to cost you a
minimum of $40 for 2 tickets and parking. The Steelers? That's
laughable. I have the money and have only been able to go to one game in
6 years. And that was $58 a ticket for a seat slightly lower than the
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