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10/12/07
(01)
Grasping at straws? I gave you a whole list of posibilities. Im glad
that I covered it so thoroughly that all you had to come back with was a
smoking comment. Shows where your mind is. Also, How do you know they
left their purses on the desk? Most teachers I know place their purse in
a desk drawer. Oh well, have a nice day :)
Of course the teachers have their purses locked up! Of course the
teachers didn't leave their purses on their desks! That was my point!
10/12/07
(02)
Please tell me why you kids expect us elders to find something for you
to do? I did not have the time you have to fool around at night. If you
would go home and help around the house, clean your room, mow the lawn,
rake the leaves, clean the windows, etc. you wouldn't have time to find
outside activity. I was kept pretty busy when I was a teen ager and I am
now 84 yrs. young, and believe me my mom and dad kept us busy. We
weren't allowed to roam the streets at night.
I am sure I will get a lot of feedback from this but I don't care. Find
your own fun!! we don't owe it to you. Get it in your head.
Thats good your parents kept you busy with mowing the lawn cleaning the
windows raking leaves. And did they get the enjoyment of sittin on there
butts watching you.. yes kids need to do there chores but goodness let
them be kids. my son and his friends play jailbreak around my
neighborhood till 10:30 at nite and the neighbors are fine I havent had
one complaint. Lets complain about the drug dealers that are selling to
young kids..Dont be one the complainers then when u go downtown and
there hanging out. what else is there for them to do!!!
10/12/07
(03)
rep@29
Not true you have anything involving music and since when is movies
sports related. Try the library read a book. If you are in high school
you have chess club,EC3. drama club no musical talent required just
willing to act. Stage crew. There is also the new PE club that does
things but you don't have to sports minded to be in it.
10/12/07
(04)
10/11/07 (21)
why are you people not outraged by frank lagrotta? dont you understand
that it was our tax money that was used to pay those salaries? im sorry
but NO ONE is worth 800-1000 dollars a week . ----i knew eventually the
truth would prevail .
LOL, I make roughly $1000/week... and I think I'm worth more than
that!!!
10/12/07
(05)
To 10/11/07 (10)
Not only are you wrong about me being a teacher, but you're also wrong
about being "write"....Einstein!
As I recollect, Eisntein was a bad speller! I bet his grammar was pretty
good though.
10/12/07
(06)
Mr. TD is pro-Dr. McCommons.
10/12/07
(07)
I believe it was a great loss that we lost Dr. McCommons also. It seems
all the good people go elsewhere. Mr Popovitch was the best teacher
Ellwood had, and he left this year.. What a shame
10/12/07
(08)
Does the Frank LaGrotta news really surprise anyone???? Wouldn't we all
love to make 800 to 1000 a WEEK??? As far as I'm concerned he will get
exactly what he deserves.
10/12/07
(09)
10/10/07 (19)
Reply to 10/05/07 #12
I'm sure you can certainly afford the additional schooling...as far as
Real estate and nurses...they send in money to re-new a license every
year, you could hardly call that continuing ed. So that leaves 4 other
professions. WOW!
I am a real estate agent. To maintain my license, I have to attend 14
hours of CPE each renewal period. My cost for education during my last
renewal period was $1,470. I paid the fees out of my own pocket and
would pay twice as much because I love my profession.
For more information on professional licensing and CPE requirements,
check out the PA Department of State's website. Professional licensing
is regulated by the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs.
Maybe someone with some free time could compile a list of all the
professions required by law to take CPE credits in PA. I am sure
everyone would be amazed by some of the requirements. And by the costs
to maintain a professional license.
10/12/07
(10)
The golden state is at it again and we better riegn in the government
around here befor it is to late.
I will concede that smoking is not healthy but to legislate the
illegality of smoking in a car with ANY person under 18 is a blatent
intrusion of privacy and one more step toward fashism and all out
government control.
10/12/07
(11)
10/11/07 (14)
10/10/07 (15)
10/09/07 (20)
Two out of four now. Dr. McCommons is a good man and a good educator.
Still, there may be other reasons for him not getting the promotion to
superintendent. Do you know all of the facts? I doubt it. Mr. Aloi was
the right choice. Let's leave it at that.
10/12/07
(12)
re:Find your own fun!! we don't owe it to you. Get it in your head.
You are probably one of the problems. Kids are not allowed to have fun
or be in groups any more. If more than 2 kids are anywhere together
someone calls the police because they are causing problems. If they hang
at the park they are too loud. If they are on Lawrence Ave they are
disrespectful. Kids are kids and let them be kids. Let them have fun
before they have to go out in the real world. Look back at the TV from
the 50's and 60's, what did the kids do in those shows? They hung out at
local establishments, eating, drinking(sodas), listening or dancing to
music. Heaven forbid that anyone in this town would decide to allow that
to happen now. I sincerely hope that in 40 years when I am in my 80's, I
have more respect for the youth than alot of people in this town seem to
have.
10/12/07
(13)
i don't want to hear your music. if you want to listen to it loud then
go out in the middle of nowhere and you can play it as loud as you want.
maybe i don't like your music. maybe i'm offended by it. maybe i'm
trying to concentrate on something else.
be considerate of others around you, or didn't your parents teach you
manners?
10/12/07
(14)
To all the kids out there that think this town is boring..I can't say
its not because even as a freshman in college I still find it hard to
find things to keep me busy. The one thing that i do is I go to Jeff
Smiley's gym. Like previously stated he does give you great rates but he
also cares about the kids. He makes lifting fun for all the kids and it
gives you and your friends something to do. I go there with my friends
and he has helped us get into shape and in doing that he made it real
fun for us. Thanks Jeff
10/12/07
(15)
Doctor's, Attorney's and Pharmacist are six to eight year programs.
How in the heck are we comparing a school teacher to these
professions???
10/12/07
(16)
there are many jobs that require CEs....and my job is capped as
well---how would you like to be working harder than ever and have a
salary cap at 39 years old? and have been capped since I was 34- it
really stinks!!! the cost of living goes up and my salary doesn't--and I
work at a hospital where everyone "thinks" you make good money at when
you work there...yea, right
10/12/07
(17)
The problem I have with teachers is healthcare. I have to pay a monthly
premium for my insurance and I am a taxpayer. I am not talking about a
"co-pay" either a monthly premium.
Teachers are paid by the taxpayer, who has to pay for their own
insurance, but the teachers get theirs for free.
WHY???
How much more could we upgrade our facilities with computers and
everything else, if the teachers would pay "ANYTHING" for their insuance
premiums??
The PSEA teachers union is killing Pennsylvania!!
10/12/07
(18)
10/11/07 (14)
10/10/07 (15)
10/09/07 (20)
Ellwood City lost a great person when Dr.McCommons was not appointed to
the superatendant position.
That's not MY opinion!
Well, it is MY opinion he should have been appointed.
That's 2 out of 3, anyone else want to comment?
Ya glad he left
10/12/07
(19)
For the responder who asked 'why do you care about what Frank LaGrotta paid his sister and niece"? Do you live under a rock? Because,
you paid for it out of your paycheck...that's why. You might as well stay off of this site. You must not have any education.
10/12/07
(20)
If you have to ask where should you have your wedding reception - you
shouldn't be getting married. You can have it in your garage, 7-11,
Rite-Aid's parking lot...get with it.
10/12/07
(21)
Yeah, and the 4 other professions are doctors, lawyers, accountants and
pharmacists....now compare those salaries to those of teachers which are
capped.
Lets not forget parmedics, nurses, police & firefighters, code
enforcement officers medical dieticians, managers in many private
industries and probably more. ps teachers saleries are not capped. My
wife started at $44,000 a year as a teacher 6 years later shes at
$67,800. We love the school tax increases.
10/12/07
(22)
Could someone please tell me where I could have a wedding reception?
If your asking something that ridiculous and you actully have clue. then
mabe your not mature enogh to get married.
10/12/07
(23)
Congratulation to those folks considering to resign from the EC football
program. The thoughtfulness of procceding into the future with the young
peoples interest in mind. I know this is a very hard decision to give up
your control. But its better than seeing these people losing all the
time. May you have 1st time success in your new adventures.
10/12/07
(24)
Bored Teenager, I completely agree, and understand where you are coming
from. I am in my late teens, and have come to the conclusion that there
isn't a whole lot of decent entertainment in Ellwood. Have you tried
attending a Glow Show, at Frisco Firehall? They feature a few amazing
local bands, and it's a great way to meet new people. If you have
myspace, then add the local band "Death Of A Dying Breed". They will
post bulletins about upcoming Glow Shows.
10/12/07
(25)
I think the people of this community needs to really look into the
harmful pollution [......................]
We can consider
publishing your post if you provide us with the source of your
information, which would verify the facts.
10/12/07
(26)
10/12/07
(27)
To post(26) on 10/11/07 who asked where a good place to have a wedding
reception was. Wurtemburg-Perry fire hall is a very nice place for a
reception. The fire dept and the auxillary set it up and clean up and
tear down all you have to do is decorate. If you call 724-758-6787 you
can talk to someone and they can explain everything to you.
10/12/07
(28)
Quiet please no one wants to hear about it.
10/12/07
(29)
10/11/07 #12
In response to the person asking about open heart surgery, UPMC
Passavant in the North Hills has an outstanding heart surgeon, Dr.
Ronald Pellegrini. He is one of the best heart surgeons in this area (if
not the best), and the staff at Passavant hospital is wonderful also.
Dr. Pellegrini's office phone no. is 412-369-4603. Good luck!
10/12/07
(30)
10/11/07 (12)
where is the best hospital in the area to have heart surgery at? my
cousin needs it ---do they actually open your heart when you have open
heart surgery
NO THEY OPEN YOUR HEAD
10/12/07
(31)
10/11/07 (14)
10/10/07 (15)
10/09/07 (20)
Ellwood City lost a great person when Dr.McCommons was not appointed to
the superatendant position.
That's not MY opinion!
Well, it is MY opinion he should have been appointed.
That's 2 out of 3, anyone else want to comment?
I too agree . When will
the school board wake up and try and keep the people that will really
help our kids in school? But again look at Ellwood City Council. Need I
say more.
10/12/07
(32)
Dear Readers:
The Butler Memorial Hospital has been rated 3rd in the nation for heart
surgery. So take your friend to see Dr. Mamoo(sp), in Ellwood City. His
office is in the medical building at the Ellwood Hospital. He and his
team of heart surgeons preform the surgeries at Butler Hospital. This
team of doctors are from Pittsburgh. Excellent place for heart
conditions. My mother is living proof.
For those who care - Real Estate agents must take a contining ed. class
every 2 years to keep their license active. These classes can run any
where from $100 and up, depends on where they are offered.
To the person looking for a banquet hall - "The Atrium" in Prospect is
outstanding. The number is 724-865-2830. You can even get married there
if you like, inside or outside. Beautiful place, just past the Butler
Fairgrounds on Rt. 422, next to the Garden Gate Rest. It's really not
that far from Ellwood.
10/12/07
(33)
When I see the kids in that parking lot at the end of the 6th street
bridge, it takes me back and reminds me that a good time doesn't have to
be organized or involve money. It just needs a friend or two.
You are absolutely correct! I am the person who posted the "Things to do
in Ellwood list" but I forgot the most important issue..."Just the
simple fact that teenagers need a place to hang out and talk". Many of
the teens I know understand that my door is always open! They've enjoyed
many late-night bonfires here as well as at other homes this summer. I
know I've enjoyed their company and hope they'll always feel "at home in
our home".
10/12/07
(34)
10/11/07 (20)
10/10/07 (14)
I've said it before...here it goes again...Kids complaining "There's
nothing to do in this town". Here's just a few things to do...
Please feel free to add to the list....
Ellport Roller Rink
Bowling (Sims)
Movie Theatres
Soccer
Hockey (Okay, so it's in New Castle)
Jeff Smiley's Gym (he gives great rates to kids!)
Gold Medal Gymastics
Many area Dance Studios
Cheering
Basketball
School clubs like...Key Club and Chess Club etc.
Youth groups (tooooo many to name them all)
Ellwood Family Center (Dirt Cheap)
Ewing Park Nature trail
Biking
Track team
Honestly, if you are bored in Ellwood City...it's your OWN fault!
Oh brither! I am an adult and that list stinks!
Okay, what DO you like to do??? I'll make a new list!
10/12/07
(35)
I am very surprised that the population of Ellwood is not questioning
the decisions of the hospital board concerning the planned
sale of the hospital. This sale will have a huge impact on the quality
and type of health care that will be abailable in the future to those
who live in the community. Doesn't it seem that it would be appropriate
for the two potential buyers to host a community meeting to explain what
their plans would be for the hospital in the future, and for the
citizens of Ellwood to have some input into the final decision? This is
your hospital, start asking questions! The political leaders in the
community need to organize a committee comprised of concerned citizens
to be involved in this process. Don't wait until it is too late!
10/12/07
(36)
10/11/07
(33) You don't need atmosphere to have good chicken salad.
10/12/07
(37)
10/11/07 (11)
Anyone read the Post Gazette Sunday about Frank Lagrotta? Think he and
his sister and neice could be in trouble? I'll bet those papers got
thrown away by mistake? $800-$1000 per week for what? That's humorous.
Oh yes, more EC DRAMA and GOSSIP... leave them alone- why do you care??
You wouldn't post if they all did something great, but as soon as some
negative attention comes their way you're all over it!! Get a life!
EXCUSE ME!!!
I CARE BECAUSE he used tax payer monies!!
10/12/07
(38)
That's right. Keep the doors closed at the High School. But, it's OK to
let the elementary kids out during recess. Where is the logic in that?
Has anyone ever noticed that the gunmen in these incidents have been
students. VTU, Cleveland. When have you heard of someone other than a
student pull a gun in a school. I'm sure it has happened, but it seems
to be students more than anyone else.
10/12/07
(39)
To the person looking for a place for wedding reception:
Look at the Wurtemburg Perry Fire Hall - it's a nice hall, reasonably
priced and the food is excellent! For information, call 724-758-6787.
10/12/07
(40)
The kids have to play thier music loud, there are no more factory jobs
to ruin thier hearing.
The have just found another way to do it, Call them visionary.
And for those of you that are impressed by a Lexus, Its a Toyota with a
big price tag.
Infiniti, is a Nissan and an Acura is a Honda.
And all of them are just cars that anyone can walk into a dealer and
buy, not like they are rare or classics.
Anyone that spends six monthes salery on a ring is an idiot, the
guideline is two monthes and it dreamed up by DeBeers (the diamond
people).
So take your overpriced rice burner, and your over priced shoes and
purse and get out of town, I am tired of hearing about it.
10/12/07
(41)
Nothing to do for teenagers in EC- additions:
The police club boxing gym.
There's also a Karate studio.
How about a part-time job?
Pick up an instrument like a guitar and start a band with your
equally-bored friends.
BUT THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS.... your GPA. If it is not 3.0 or
higher, you need to be studying and not sitting around waiting to be
entertained, especially on week nights. Most kids with high GPA's do not
have time to sit around and complain!
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10/11/07
(01)
Perhaps they don't smoke? Grasping at straws there!
And I am sure the teachers didn't have to leave their purses sitting on
a desk. I would never trust my purse sitting on a desk in the school.
Grasping at straws? I gave you a whole list of posibilities. Im glad
that I covered it so thoroughly that all you had to come back with was a
smoking comment. Shows where your mind is. Also, How do you know they
left their purses on the desk? Most teachers I know place their purse in
a desk drawer. Oh well, have a nice day :)
10/11/07
(02)
Reply to 10/10/07 (19)
Yeah, and the 4 other professions are doctors, lawyers, accountants and
pharmacists....now compare those salaries to those of teachers which are
capped.
10/11/07
(03)
Honestly, if you are bored in Ellwood City...it's your OWN fault!
I am now 40 years old but I still remember saying those exact words.
Your list was very thought out and quite nice. As I read it over one
thought kept running through my mind, the same thought I had as a 16,17,
then 18 year old. There is no place to go and just hang out and
socialize. Of all the activities in the world, setting around with
friends and/or peers was and still is my favorite. We used to park by
Landos, get out of the cars and talk, yeah some did smoke, and a few
others would drink, but they didn't bother anyone and for the most part,
we were good kids just wanting to hang out. When I see the kids in that
parking lot at the end of the 6th street bridge, it takes me back and
reminds me that a good time doesn't have to be organized or involve
money. It just needs a friend or two.
10/11/07
(04)
"I believe that there are a few variables involved when it comes to
quality sports programs and winning.
1. Parent involvement: Today, our kids are becoming less active,
typically because both parents work and many don't spend as much time
with their children when it comes to sports involvement. Between my ages
of 5 to 10, my parents used to sign me up for sports camps and events.
They would take me to practices and games and even work with me at home
to get me interested in athletics. On average, these days, kids are less
active as they once were resulting in less athletic kids. I attribute
most of my athletic successes to supportive parents who made time for me
and my brothers. Without the athletic scholarships that I earned through
sports, I would not have been able to afford the education that I have
today.
2.Feeder Programs in your schools: Lets take Ellwood for example. The
high school football program is not consistent/coinciding with the youth
football programs in Ellwood and have never really got along. There is
NO youth soccer program in E.C. and our kids have to go to Riverside.
The youth basketball program is pretty much non existent at E.C. anymore
and it shows. There are however good youth softball programs and running
programs and evidence is shown of what they do for the high school
levels. How can you have quality sports programs when you don't even
have quality youth sports opportunities?
3. Work Ethic: Kids who are properly taught how to train and work out
will excel. Especially those who work in the off season. When I was in
high school, we played basketball all the time. Coach took us to team
camps and we had open gym every morning all summer long. Today, you are
not allowed to call those "mandatory" workouts, but we knew that they
were mandatory without question. You want to win? You got to put your
time in!
4. Team Unity: We won together, we lost together. Our team was a family.
We played basketball every weekend, every holiday, every free moment we
had. We had a passion for the game, a passion which seems to have
dissipated these days. We had a curfew, we had a respect for our coach
and each other, we had discipline. Everybody had a purpose and a role on
the team. Even those who did not play much and they RARELY complained
about it. We respected them for being on the team and working hard
everyday to make us better and they knew it.
In that order...
With all that said, things don't look so good for E.C. athletics....I
sure hope things turn around for my kids because they WILL be prepared
for battle!"
These are all perfect examples of why people and parents of this
community should NOT be so quick to point fingers at the coaches all the
time! Start working with your kids....they will also respect and
appreciate you a whole lot more!
10/11/07
(05)
10/8 #14
It takes 35 years for a tree to get the balls after it has been planted.
10/11/07
(06)
In response to 10/10/07(03) (former Rep. Frank LaGrotta being charged by
a grand jury into corruption)This is NOT a political statement,and does
not belong on the "political page".It is a statement about a man,a local
political person who many people in our community believed could DO NO
WRONG! Hundreds of local residents are still in shock,but just
remember,he is just a man,not a God,and he was just a politician.The
good ole boy system in our area has been alive and well for many
years.Most people just looked the other way.
10/11/07
(07)
whether it is grammar or bad spelling, syntax errors or the lack of a
good education, who cares!!!
10/11/07
(08)
it is amazing how one innocent comment can encite such comments from
some "ellwoodians"
10/11/07
(09)
if you are coming home for the holidays, can I have a ride in your
Lexus?
10/11/07
(10)
to 10/10/07 #33
how did you know my last name was Einstein?
sounds like you are the teacher that wrote the initial comment in the
first place....it stinks when someone else is write doesn't it
10/11/07
(11)
Anyone read the Post Gazette Sunday about Frank Lagrotta? Think he and
his sister and neice could be in trouble? I'll bet those papers got
thrown away by mistake? $800-$1000 per week for what? That's humorous.
Oh yes, more EC DRAMA and GOSSIP... leave them alone- why do you care??
You wouldn't post if they all did something great, but as soon as some
negative attention comes their way you're all over it!! Get a life!
10/11/07
(12)
where is the best hospital in the area to have heart surgery at? my
cousin needs it ---do they actually open your heart when you have open
heart surgery
10/11/07
(13)
There was actually way less to do when I was a kid, but we made our own
fun and I can NEVER remember being bored. When I came home from school,
I'd either go play ball, or run around the neighborhood with my buddies.
In the summer, we went swimming, running through the woods, went
fishing, played sports and it seemed we never had enough time to do all
we wanted to do. I never had my own car either. If I did, I probably
would have never been home. I think boredome sometimes comes from being
overwhelmed by so many things to do and not being able to choose or
having done it all already or wanting to do too much. This past summer,
I went to my friends house in the afternoon and his two teenage kids
were both on the couch taking a nap! I was like "Whats up with that!?"
If you're bored, pick up a personal hobby such as hiking, hunting,
fishing, walking, jogging or sports. You should become passionate about
an activity you like most and your boredome will be taken care
of....Boredom will also come from sitting around feeling sorry for
yourself because you think theres nothing to do in your town. Get out
there and do something with yourself, theres plenty to do!
10/11/07
(14)
10/10/07 (15)
10/09/07 (20)
Ellwood City lost a great person when Dr.McCommons was not appointed to
the superatendant position.
That's not MY opinion!
Well, it is MY opinion he should have been appointed.
That's 2 out of 3, anyone else want to comment?
10/11/07
(15)
10/10/07 (18)
I am saddened by the teacher comments that I see here. What has caused
this lack of decent respect for our educators? I know they are all not
as perfect as we may like, but they all get good results, they all are
caring individuals, and they are responsible for preparing OUR children
for a lifetime of learning. I fear that the disrespect and anger I read
on these pages from (supposedly)adults are transferred to the children
in the home and carried back into the schools.
Many of the posters seem to resent the working hours and benefits
enjoyed by the teaching profession, but I remember my father telling me
that 30-40 years ago, everyone who worked in the mills earned more than
teachers. Most educators found summer jobs to implement their low wages.
Over the last thirty years, teachers organized, became politically
astute and received economic and healthcare advantages. Over the next
thirty years, publc opinion, economics and political changes will
probably balance out any inequities between educators and the rest of
us. We should expect our educators to make a decent living, and social
pressures will guarantee that educators don't attain elite status. Most
communities simply can't afford to provide a luxurious lifestyle to
their educators and teachers will have a harder time negotiating bigger
and bigger contract packages. You can see those trends developing now,
and resistance to the kind of salary increases that are unaffordable to
businesses, are evident in many negotiations.
In the meantime, lets give our educators the opportunity to continue to
prove their value in our schools. They have to wear more hats than any
of us can imagine. Do any of us manage the day to day challenges that
educators do? I don't think so!!! PP
I am saddened by what the government has done to teachers! With all
their interference many good teachers are frustrated and have their
hands tied.
Most of the time it is the administration that screws things up!
10/11/07
(16)
CHANEL AND LOUIS VUITTON
if you are going to pretend to be able to afford them then SPELL THEM
RIGHT. I can't afford them; however, I admire them and therefore can
spell the names.
10/11/07
(17)
If you are "struggling" on a teacher's salary, then that is poor money
management. Try living on two, minimum wage salaries. I could not afford
to go to college, so I got my education through the military. Now my
husband and I both work for little over minimum wage. We do not
struggle; instead there are things we have learned to live without.
Especially now that we are putting our daughter through college. It’s
about priorities.
10/11/07
(18)
10/10/07 (13)
When is Ellwood City Police going to give tickets out to the people who
play the car radios to loud.
Please do something.
I happen to like to listen to my music loud. I am not hurting anyone by
doing so either. The cops in Ellwood need to worry about other things
like the people that don't feel the need to obey the speed limits or
stop at stop signs!
10/11/07
(19)
In response to 10/08/07 (27)
"Thank you to the person who posted the www.schoolmatters.com web site.
I was surprised to see that the EC kids outperformed the Riversiders in
every category! Wow!..."
Your welcome! I've posted that site here several times over the past few
years (every time someone complains about the quality of education at
Ellwood). Obviously our school district is doing something right!
10/11/07
(20)
10/10/07 (14)
I've said it before...here it goes again...Kids complaining "There's
nothing to do in this town". Here's just a few things to do...
Please feel free to add to the list....
Ellport Roller Rink
Bowling (Sims)
Movie Theatres
Soccer
Hockey (Okay, so it's in New Castle)
Jeff Smiley's Gym (he gives great rates to kids!)
Gold Medal Gymastics
Many area Dance Studios
Cheering
Basketball
School clubs like...Key Club and Chess Club etc.
Youth groups (tooooo many to name them all)
Ellwood Family Center (Dirt Cheap)
Ewing Park Nature trail
Biking
Track team
Honestly, if you are bored in Ellwood City...it's your OWN fault!
Oh brither! I am an adult and that list stinks!
10/11/07
(21)
why are you people not outraged by frank lagrotta? dont you
understand that it was our tax money that was used to pay those
salaries? im sorry but NO ONE is worth 800-1000 dollars a week .
----i knew eventually the truth would prevail .
10/11/07
(22)
wow, a Riverside resident still holding a grudge from the 70's. GO
FIGURE! Youpeople just can't move on or grow up can you?!
10/11/07
(23)
Reply to 10/10/07 (17)
I heard that those three people all went on to much higher paying
positions in affluent school districts. No loyalty on their part, I
guess. ECASD probably couldn't afford them anyway, unless you want to
consider a serious tax increase. Our loyal
administrators are doing an excellent job anyway. Are you the negative
EC school smear person trying a new angle??? You should try some stress
therapy, those chips on your shoulders must be very heavy, always
degrading the fine job everyone at the EC schools are doing. Keep up the
good work EC employees, don't let this person's stream of negativity
affect your good performance!! What is your agenda, school critic?? I
still think it's political. Aren't you the same person who called the
employees efforts a "three ring circus?? You're desperately trying to
paint a picture of incompetence in the schools, mainly at the school
board and administration level. I think you support the "candidates for
nepotism" who are running for school board seats, and your whole smear
campaign is to try to make the incumbents who supported the policy look
bad. That is not going to work with most concerned people. That was a
good policy that was enacted and I'm going to support the people who
voted for it and are running again. If that policy gets overturned, this
district will resemble New Castle politics.
10/11/07
(24)
Please tell me why you kids expect us elders to find something for you
to do? I did not have the time you have to fool around at night. If you
would go home and help around the house, clean your room, mow the lawn,
rake the leaves, clean the windows, etc. you wouldn't have time to find
outside activity. I was kept pretty busy when I was a teen ager and I am
now 84 yrs. young, and believe me my mom and dad kept us busy. We
weren't allowed to roam the streets at night.
I am sure I will get a lot of feedback from this but I don't care. Find
your own fun!! we don't owe it to you. Get it in your head.
10/11/07
(25)
Just for the record Dentists and Dental Hygienists need continuing
education hours to keep their liscence.
10/11/07
(26)
Could someone please tell me where I could have a wedding reception?
10/11/07
(27)
To 10/10/07 (17)
Who are "they" who are losing people, and who are the three people on
the list. Were they fired or what. What is your point. What are tou
trying to say and why. Please explain yourself, cause I don't get your
message.
10/11/07
(28)
People in life who are the happiest don't have the best of everything...
They make the best of everything they have.
Irish Saying
10/11/07
(29)
10/10/07 (14)
I've said it before...here it goes again...Kids complaining "There's
nothing to do in this town". Here's just a few things to do...
Please feel free to add to the list....
Ellport Roller Rink
Bowling (Sims)
Movie Theatres
Soccer
Hockey (Okay, so it's in New Castle)
Jeff Smiley's Gym (he gives great rates to kids!)
Gold Medal Gymastics
Many area Dance Studios
Cheering
Basketball
School clubs like...Key Club and Chess Club etc.
Youth groups (tooooo many to name them all)
Ellwood Family Center (Dirt Cheap)
Ewing Park Nature trail
Biking
Track team
Honestly, if you are bored in Ellwood City...it's your OWN fault!
Not everyone is sports oriented. Face it, there is nothing to do here
unless it is sports.
10/11/07
(30)
Whoa! I just happened to go to the Yahoo home page just now... and low
and behold, there was a news headline of "Pennsylvania man buys coveted
comic of Batman's debut" the article is about Todd McDevitt, of our li'l
town of Ellwood City, buying a rare comic book. Way to go Todd! I think
its awesome that he took our town to national news!
the link to the story is
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071010/ap_on_re_us/batman_comic
10/11/07
(31)
I agree about the loud music from vehicles in this town. (and every
other town). I always say to myself, turn it up, they can't hear you in
New Castle. Why do they seem to think that "everyone will be impressed
with their music selection? I think that it's pathetic that they are so
desperate for attention. When they are deaf in their old age, they'll
have no one else to blame but themselves.
10/11/07
(32)
I guess Frank LaGrotta had our best interests in mind, huh? Goes to show
you how "irresponsible" some of our elected officials have
become with our tax dollars.
10/11/07
(33)
10/09/07 (31)
Ellwood Station has the best chicken salad I ever ate plus the donuts
are fabulous. They are not deep fried they are baked. Good job MJ and
Patty.
Shakespeares has the best Chicken Salad I have ever eaten. The price is
reasonable and the atmosphere is much much nicer.
10/11/07
(34)
I want to take a few moments to thank everyone who attended ,donated to
,and advertised our nite at the races .Thank You"VERY MUCH "!!! We all
had a fun time and helped our fire department . Chewton VFD Ladies
Auxiliary
10/11/07
(35)
10/10/07 (04)
People in this town have money because they are hard workers and they
are smart wityh their money. This town has a lot of "old" money because
of the strong work ethic they had when they came to this country, and
those ethics were passed down to their children. So I congratulate the
hard workers this town has and will continue to have for many years to
come.
I'll second that.
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10/10/07
(01)
10/8/07 #20
please, get over yourself!!! most people that post here don't sit and do
a rough draft and obsess about their grammar...they write as they talk
10/10/07
(02)
To #26 10/08/07:
Why did you lose your job? And what did you choose to do after losing
your job? Why are you raising your grand children? What happened to the
parents?
10/10/07
(03)
10/09/07 (02)
THIS BELONGS ON THE POLITICAL PAGE!!!
10/10/07
(04)
People in this town have money because they are hard workers and they
are smart wityh their money. This town has a lot of "old" money because
of the strong work ethic they had when they came to this country, and
those ethics were passed down to their children. So I congratulate the
hard workers this town has and will continue to have for many years to
come.
10/10/07
(05)
Bottom Line...teachers have the best union, the best vacation time, the
best pay, stress free clean environment to work in, and easiest of all
jobs! YOU PEOPLE DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU'RE ALL MISSING OUT ON!!! GO OUT
THERE AND GET YOUR TEACHING DEGREES AND BECOME TEACHERS!!!
Since the profession is as desirable as some claim, why aren't
universities flooded with prospective teachers? Why aren't you folks
going out and getting your teaching degrees? Maybe you should stop
complaining and start supporting those people who you entrust your
children to spend 75% of each school day throughout each school year
with.
10/10/07
(06)
Why does anyone leave their purse behind? Maybe they paniced? Maybe they
weren't allowed to take it? Maybe they felt rushed and just forgot it?
Perhaps they don't smoke? Perhaps they just didn't want bothered with
carrying it? They had a fire drill the day before, and the bomb threat
the previous week so maybe they just expected to be back in class in a
matter of minutes. I know quite a few teachers left their purses behind
as well. They too had to find a ride home and an alternate way into
their homes.
The Police station listed a few purses in their lost and found, so
leaving a purse behind isn't so outrageous.
Perhaps they don't smoke? Grasping at straws there!
And I am sure the teachers didn't have to leave their purses sitting on
a desk. I would never trust my purse sitting on a desk in the school.
10/10/07
(07)
A message from across the miles. I often read the postings on this site
to stay tuned with my hometown. I left shortly after I graduated from
college to live in a small town south of here. When I arrive home for
the Holidays I will be driving my Lexus. As I get my feet on the
sidewalks in Ellwood I will have on my Jimmy Choo shoes. I will be
wearing my Tahara suit with all coach accessories, purse, jacket,
gloves, etc. I will be supporting 6 months of my husband's income on my
left finger a diamond big enough to sparkle so that all of you can see
it. I want to go to a football game to see what the FUNK is all about and
visit the school to see how the Free lunch program is going. As I former
resident of this area and born and raised in this beautiful town this is
what I read about. I want to see what a monkey ball is and experience
the action of our children. People this is not what life is all about
put some educated articles on this site and some good information for
the out of town people so we can stay tuned to the area instead of
acting like we are promoting fashion for the retailers to get richer
they have their own advertising department. Make this site a place where
people can keep up on Ellwood with community politics and practices. I
must say some of the information is humorous. I grew up knowing what
this town is all about I know who the rich are. I could write a book
about some of stuff that goes on daily in this town. I lived it and grew
up with it. This site could be very useful, so please give some good
information that the people who have left can read about and be a part
of this great community.
10/10/07
(08)
To the teacher who made the posting about needing no other careers
needing continuing education.every job needs the worker to get more
education. Not everything stays the same. How would you like to go to
your doctor and the only education that he has is what he/she received
in med school back in the 50's? As far as ellwood needing repairs to the
HS, We need a new school period. The only problem with this is is that
the taxes would increase and you would need to find property which is
big enough, plus the transportation of the students.Maybe instead of
more shopping ares being built we could build a new school.
10/10/07
(09)
CABG
Is Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, not Arterial
Caggage is a vegetable that causes intestinal gas in most, if not all
homo sapiens.
10/10/07
(10)
To all the people that want the government to pay for you and your
childs health insurance, Maybe it's time to put down the louis vouton(or
whatever) and pay yourself.
Vitually every respectable employer in the country will let you buy
health insurance.
The government doesn't pay for your car insurance, why should it pay for
health?
I pay for mine, I pay for my childs. And I don't want the people in the
government deciding what my healthcare needs are.
It's time to stop counting on Washington for everything, Befor we become
another U.S.S.R.
10/10/07
(11)
Anyone read the Post Gazette Sunday about Frank Lagrotta? Think he and
his sister and neice could be in trouble? I'll bet those papers got thrown
away by mistake? $800-$1000 per week for what? That's humorous.
10/10/07
(12)
"My Friend" , I hope you realized that the topic last week referred to
you and that you take advantage of the advise. it would be a shame for
you and your family if you did not....
10/10/07
(13)
When is Ellwood City Police going to give tickets out to the people who
play the car radios to loud.
Please do something.
I totally agree! There is nothing more annoying (or pathetic) as ANYONE
of ANY AGE who cranks up the volume so loud that their windows vibrate!
I refer to this as the " Over Here! Look at me, I need attention"
syndrome! Grow up and turn the volume down!
10/10/07
(14)
I've said it before...here it goes again...Kids complaining "There's
nothing to do in this town". Here's just a few things to do...
Please feel free to add to the list....
Ellport Roller Rink
Bowling (Sims)
Movie Theatres
Soccer
Hockey (Okay, so it's in New Castle)
Jeff Smiley's Gym (he gives great rates to kids!)
Gold Medal Gymastics
Many area Dance Studios
Cheering
Basketball
School clubs like...Key Club and Chess Club etc.
Youth groups (tooooo many to name them all)
Ellwood Family Center (Dirt Cheap)
Ewing Park Nature trail
Biking
Track team
Honestly, if you are bored in Ellwood City...it's your OWN fault!
10/10/07
(15)
10/09/07 (20)
Ellwood City lost a great person when Dr.McCommons was not appointed to
the superatendant position.
That's not MY opinion!
10/10/07
(16)
I believe that there are a few variables involved when it comes to
quality sports programs and winning.
1. Parent involvement: Today, our kids are becoming less active,
typically because both parents work and many don't spend as much time
with their children when it comes to sports involvement. Between my ages
of 5 to 10, my parents used to sign me up for sports camps and events.
They would take me to practices and games and even work with me at home
to get me interested in athletics. On average, these days, kids are less
active as they once were resulting in less athletic kids. I attribute
most of my athletic successes to supportive parents who made time for me
and my brothers. Without the athletic scholarships that I earned through
sports, I would not have been able to afford the education that I have
today.
2.Feeder Programs in your schools: Lets take Ellwood for example. The
high school football program is not consistent/coinciding with the youth
football programs in Ellwood and have never really got along. There is
NO youth soccer program in E.C. and our kids have to go to Riverside.
The youth basketball program is pretty much non existent at E.C. anymore
and it shows. There are however good youth softball programs and running
programs and evidence is shown of what they do for the high school
levels. How can you have quality sports programs when you don't even
have quality youth sports opportunities?
3. Work Ethic: Kids who are properly taught how to train and work out
will excel. Especially those who work in the off season. When I was in
high school, we played basketball all the time. Coach took us to team
camps and we had open gym every morning all summer long. Today, you are
not allowed to call those "mandatory" workouts, but we knew that they
were mandatory without question. You want to win? You got to put your
time in!
4. Team Unity: We won together, we lost together. Our team was a family.
We played basketball every weekend, every holiday, every free moment we
had. We had a passion for the game, a passion which seems to have
dissipated these days. We had a curfew, we had a respect for our coach
and each other, we had discipline. Everybody had a purpose and a role on
the team. Even those who did not play much and they RARELY complained
about it. We respected them for being on the team and working hard
everyday to make us better and they knew it.
In that order...
With all that said, things don't look so good for E.C. athletics....I
sure hope things turn around for my kids because they WILL be prepared
for battle!
10/10/07
(17)
Reply to: 10/09/07 (20)
The list goes on...Ask yourself why they are losing so many good people!
Dave McCommons
Michelle Miller
Mark Popovich
3 quality people wanting to make a "REAL" difference around ECASD! They
will be missed and will be a fine addition where ever they may be.
10/10/07
(18)
I am saddened by the teacher comments that I see here. What has
caused this lack of decent respect for our educators? I know they are
all not as perfect as we may like, but they all get good results, they
all are caring individuals, and they are responsible for preparing OUR
children for a lifetime of learning. I fear that the disrespect and
anger I read on these pages from (supposedly)adults are transferred to
the children in the home and carried back into the schools.
Many of the posters seem to resent the working hours and benefits
enjoyed by the teaching profession, but I remember my father telling me
that 30-40 years ago, everyone who worked in the mills earned more than
teachers. Most educators found summer jobs to implement their low wages.
Over the last thirty years, teachers organized, became politically
astute and received economic and healthcare advantages. Over the next
thirty years, publc opinion, economics and political changes will
probably balance out any inequities between educators and the rest of
us. We should expect our educators to make a decent living, and social
pressures will guarantee that educators don't attain elite status. Most
communities simply can't afford to provide a luxurious lifestyle to
their educators and teachers will have a harder time negotiating bigger
and bigger contract packages. You can see those trends developing now,
and resistance to the kind of salary increases that are unaffordable to
businesses, are evident in many negotiations.
In the meantime, lets give our educators the opportunity to continue to
prove their value in our schools. They have to wear more hats than any
of us can imagine. Do any of us manage the day to day challenges that
educators do? I don't think so!!! PP
10/10/07
(19)
Reply to 10/05/07 #12
I'm sure you can certainly afford the additional schooling...as far as
Real estate and nurses...they send in money to re-new a license every
year, you could hardly call that continuing ed. So that leaves 4 other
professions. WOW!
10/10/07
(20)
this site is like a bad habit...anyone have a light?
10/10/07
(21)
I liked your comment about the donuts at the Station. If you are looking
for a great selection the best that I know of are at Oram's Donut Shop
in Beaver Falls. They have a cream filled donut with chocolate icing to
die for,along with their big cinnamon rolls. If Ellwood Station can
match these treats they will do great and I will be a frequent visitor.
(I'm not worried about healthy).
10/10/07
(22)
How do some of the families in this small town get so much money and own
everything in this city. It really is amazing that the same people
continue to prosper and get richer and richer.
HARD Work LONG Hours!
10/10/07
(23)
Channel and Louis Vitton. are the best purses by far!!!!
P.S. Not the fakes like you see in New Castle!!
10/10/07
(24)
the skate park at bradys run park where the tennis bubble used to be is
from noon to 2 on saturday the 13th...dj,food and fun and a
demonstration from rodney will be there i guess he is a skate boarder
that is famous...if you have any questions call 724-846-5600 it will be
great fun for kids and adults
10/10/07
(25)
10/09/07 (25)
For years I have maintained a low profile in this town. The reason why
is because of the private lives that some of us live. I never wanted to
have my family exposed in this town because people would take it to
extremes. I bought cars that would blend into the crowd. I have that
nice brick home that many would like to own. I sent my children to good
colleges and continue to assist my children with everyday expenses. What
I did was saved my first penny earned so I could spend later on my
children and grandchildren. My children admire me for being able to do
without my entire life in order to help them out later in life. Today my
portfolio is quite large and my health is failing. I will leave behind a
legacy for my family. What I am saying that all the money in the world
will not give me back my health and I certainly will not be taking any
of it with me. As I read so many comments on this site I read so much
about what others have. This is not what life is about. As my days are
numbered because of my poor health, people begin living in peace and
harmony and quit worrying about what the neighbors have. You all can
make a difference in this town. You are the leaders of tomorrow and our
future in this town.
I think what you have said is what a few had been trying to say. Very
well said. I wish you well.
God Bless you and your family.
10/10/07
(26)
10/09/07 (25)
For years I have maintained a low profile in this town. The reason why
is because of the private lives that some of us live. I never wanted to
have my family exposed in this town because people would take it to
extremes. I bought cars that would blend into the crowd. I have that
nice brick home that many would like to own. I sent my children to good
colleges and continue to assist my children with everyday expenses. What
I did was saved my first penny earned so I could spend later on my
children and grandchildren. My children admire me for being able to do
without my entire life in order to help them out later in life. Today my
portfolio is quite large and my health is failing. I will leave behind a
legacy for my family. What I am saying that all the money in the world
will not give me back my health and I certainly will not be taking any
of it with me. As I read so many comments on this site I read so much
about what others have. This is not what life is about. As my days are
numbered because of my poor health, people begin living in peace and
harmony and quit worrying about what the neighbors have. You all can
make a difference in this town. You are the leaders of tomorrow and our
future in this town.
~~~~~wow, that made me a little teary-eyed. Thank you! Thank you for
taking the time to have us sit back and think about what we are missing
by not living "in the now" and enjoying what we have. Sometimes it takes
something like what you wrote to just put it in perspective. I'll pray
for you and yours.~~~LV
10/10/07
(27)
I NEED YOUR HELP:
Hi Community, me again! I have had some success with receiving book
donations for my book drive. I still have a LONG way to go. I've decided
that any books would be greatly appreciated! The adults will be bringing
their kids, so why can't they benefit, as well! Please email me at
lesvignolini@zoominternet.net. I am willing to meeting in a "safe"
location such as one of our business parking lots, etc. I need books
that are gently used or new. Preferrably geared towards children, but
all are welcome. Once I have a larger volume of donations I will send
out the date, time and place for the book drive.
Hopefully, this is something we can continue on an annual basis. Please
help support my cause to try to promote literacy in our community. Any
books left over will be donated to our local library and schools. Thank
you! Lesley Vignolini
10/10/07
(28)
I definitely feel that EC has a more goal and college oriented
curriculum than RHS and the teachers at EC are more dedicated.
10/10/07
(29)
Why weren't my comments about running up a football score posted? It's
fact: RHS 61 Union 0!
Back in the 70's Ellwood City ran the score up on Seneca Valley. Since
then all the other teams playing EC the last 40 some yaers have been
getting the last laugh.
10/10/07
(30)
The Fire Wednesday night, there was 3 other fire trucks and about 20
guys, other than ellwood city and Franklin Twp.there to. Oh Yes, They
were from Perry Twp. Thankyou Guys.. Since Ellwood failed to mention you
Hey Perry Wayne was there too.
10/10/07
(31)
Coach also has really good leather jackets.
So does my English teacher.
10/10/07
(32)
I would like to make a quick comment on the teacher bashing on the site.
I am not a teacher but my grandmother was for 35 years. I have my
teaching degree but am forced to work in the mills because I cannot
afford to support my family on a teachers wage.
I agree that some teachers make way too much money but some do not make
nearly enough. Some parents are concerned, caring, and involved in there
childrens education and others could not tell you that their children
have spelling tests every Friday.
My point is that there are good teachers and there are bad teachers,
just as there are good parents and bad parents. Unfortunately we all use
the bad ones for discussions that are usually taking place between the
good ones.
Education of our future is not something that should be taken lightly by
anyone. If you are a teacher that is doing it for a job you are wrong!!
If you are a parent that thinks it is the schools job, you are wrong!!
It is everyones responsibility!! We need to all work together and get
rid of the bad teachers and help the bad parents. This has to start with
good ones helping each other not bashing.
10/10/07
(33)
In reply to: "to teacher 10/5/07 #12---how do you spell decent????not
descent----being a teacher, any posting you make should have the correct
grammar"
To Mr./Mrs. Grammar:
The meaning of grammar... the study of the way the sentences of a
language are constructed; morphology and syntax.
If you knew what the meaning of the word "grammar" was, you would have
known that a misspelled word has nothing to do with grammar at all. It
does, however, have a lot to do with the fact that we are ALL human and
make mistakes! Before you make belittling comments to people about
grammar or anything else, maybe you should get your facts straight
Einstein!!
10/10/07
(34)
for the people who like to post novels on sound off---why don't you take
out a full page ad in the Ledger instead---that way, if someone wants to
read your boring postings, they will have had to have paid to have such
a "priviledge"
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10/09/07 (01)
If there is anyone who would like to make $50.00 I need some one to do a
small amount of painting on the outside of our duplex. Carpenter group
did the porch but now I need the upper front done. Give me a call
724-758-8308 Leave a message if I am out and about. Barbara Franus
Osborne
10/09/07 (02)
Isn't it a shame,that according to Sundays 10/07/07 Pittsburgh Post
Gazette former Democratic state Rep. Frank LaGrotta is being charged by
a grand jury into corruption in the state legislature.LaGrotta will be
charged with ethics violations.The article also stated that "LaGrotta
points finger at other top Democrats" It seems bad enough he is
apparently in trouble himself,but to rollover and get others in trouble
,doesn't seem very upstanding for someone, who at one time was looked
upto by people in our community.Hard to figure ?
10/09/07 (03)
10/08/07 (15)
I feel bad for this years Lincoln Homecomming Queen.......the only
picture in the Ledger was a very small one on the back of the back
section last Saturday( and it wasnt a very good picture and shes a
lovely girl). I can't wait to see what Riverside gets!
it was a
real shame that the ledger gave becca blythe virtually NO COVERAGE AT
ALL.
10/09/07 (04)
I would like to say congratulations to the Riverside Midgets football
team for being undefeated division champions with an 8-0 regular season
record. What a great group of kids they are. Good Luck in the playoffs
and continue the great "Team Work".
10/09/07 (05)
re:10/08/07 (02)
I am a 45 year old adult. I feel sorry for the kids in this town. Not
only is there constant bashing of kids on this website but from
listening to the scanner, there are many paranoid people living in this
town about kids. People are not letting kids be kids. Yes kids can be
noisy but they are having fun. Just because they are riding bikes,
skateboards, or roller blades does not mean they are getting into
trouble. Chances are they are not. I have met alot of respectful kids in
this town. It sounds like you are one of those many good kids that are
around. Maybe it is up to you kids to get something good going. There
have been a couple attempts on this site to find a new business maybe it
is time to listen to the teens/kids in this town for an idea. Teenagers
speak up, tell us what you feel the town needs. Give someone an idea for
a possible teen related business.
10/09/07 (06)
"10/08/07 (14)
10/05/07 (18)
Please, Ellwood City, don't make fun of my question. I just want to
better my understanding of a subject.
I wonder what purpose 'monkey balls' serve. I've never heard of them and
didn't know what function they served (and I am not a middle-aged
person) until I read about them on this site.
Thank you in advance for your response.
Monkey balls only work after the frost has got to them as the other
poster wrote. They help keep spiders away. Monkey balls look like a
round orange but they are green and turn a dark color. It takes 35 years
for a tree to get the balls after it has been planted."
Thanks for the explanation. We don't have a spider problem (knock on
wood). I appreciate your time and information. (From the original
poster).
10/09/07 (07)
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I feel bad for this years Lincoln Homecomming Queen.......the only
picture in the Ledger was a very small one on the back of the back
section last Saturday( and it wasnt a very good picture and shes a
lovely girl). I can't wait to see what Riverside gets!"
The New Castle News has some great pictures at
http://www.ncnewsmedia.com/archive/tim_galleries/SPECIAL_PROJECTS_07/Homecoming_Galleries/main.htm.
Enjoy!
10/09/07 (08)
Just a note Chewton VFD to hold second Halloween party with Froggy
Radio.
Sat Oct.20 8:00-2:00 cash prizes for best costume
many door awards,$10.00 per person $15.00 per couple.
bring ID
10/09/07 (09)
When is the Halloween Parade? Has any one heard when trick or treat will
be ?
10/09/07 (10)
10-8-02 (2) Actually, you said that quite well...you seem to have a
pretty good perspective on this town.
10/09/07 (11)
I really need to know what to do about a horrible neighbor with a
horrible dog who barks at all hours of the night. Any information would
be great. Thanks
UMMM why don't you call her, or go to her house and politely tell her
this is a problem??? It's not the dogs fault it is barking, I wouldn't
want to be tied outside all night either.
10/09/07 (12)
Well, well, well....you people out there are really something, designer
shoes, purses, diamonds, cars, what next? Do you not know what really
counts in life? Pick up the newspaper and/or watch the news, and learn
about all the "bi-polar" and "depressed" people killing people. This too
seems to be "a thing" on .org. None of them seek help, and/or follow the
advice, they are too involved in themselves to see beyond their noses.
Too many people are shot because of this mental illness which for the
most part goes undiagnosed and treated. Our country is full of it--watch
out! You never know who has it. They are good at hiding it from the
public.
10/09/07 (13)
10/08/07 (02)
alrighty..now im not getting all fancy grammar capitlization on this
thing so dont crucify me
I'm a teenager and a student here in good old ellwood city..
I cannot even stress how bored i am in this town
I wish that someone would do something for the kids here
okay i know that there is this "big house" thing but like isnt it like
if youre a teen and you love jesus come here..i dont know..maybe it isnt
well not all of us are into religion
so if we go there..we're probably going get preached to and we're going
to feel uncomfortable
I wish someone would do SOMETHING for us
there isnt anything to do in this town
If your open to anything then try religion.
Not all Churches are alike. I know lots of kids who are involved in the
church.
10/09/07 (14)
10/08/07 (12)
10/04/07 (44)
I would not brag about being raised in burnstown.
mrs burnstown is married to mr td !!!! lol gotcha
WHY are you one of those fancy people with the purses and all the
money?? Burnstown was a nice little place at one time. Bring your nose
down and get off your high horse.
10/09/07 (15)
If anyone has found a stray cat around Wayne ave,could you please write
a posting on the site.This cat is a little on the heavy side,brown,grey
with black stripes.Cats name is buddy she will be wearing a colar.If you
find her please leave a posting here.
Thank you.
10/09/07 (16)
"I have a QVC today's special-value diamond ring. I get many compliments
on this ring. (If you state 'more compliments', then I would state 'more
compliments than what?'
"More compliments than what?" is a question not a statement. Your post
should be written as "then I would ask, not then I would state.
10/09/07 (17)
How come no one is ever ticketed thats parked the wrong way, on the
sidewalk and up to the stop sign on Border Ave. and other borough
streets. Students at the highschool are always ticketed because they are
easy targets. This I know will be blowen off because no one wants to be
bothered just like every thing else in this town.
10/09/07 (18)
To the teacher who is upset--We all have our problems.
You teachers are compensated better than any other prfession except for
our politicians.You have great health insurance which does not cost you
an arm and a leg,get to retire at an early age with a great pension and
if you do your job right you will never have to worry about layoffs or
cut backs.I applaud the teachers that go the extra mile who will
sacrafice some of their free time to help a student after school with
extra tutoring.I believe that Ellwood has some of the best teachers and
also some teachers that are horrible and should not be teaching at all.
When you decided to become an educator you knew that you would need to
do continuing education.I am sure that you are compensated for doing so
as well. There are allot of families where both parents work and there
are also allot of single parents in EC that are doing the best that they
can with what they can.I believe that teachers and parents should just
quit pointing the finger at each other and put the kids needs first.
10/09/07 (19)
10/08/07 (41)
I am pretty sure that the "new" highway opened in the spring of 1976,
uh, 31 years ago. Around Memorial Day I think. It was paid for by all
the reclaimed rear view mirrors taken off on the old "Frisco" bridge.
Mathematically that bridge was two lanes but the only thing that would
seperate two vehicles side by side was air pressure.
That also was about the same time that First Seneca bank unvieled that
new fangled ATM machine.
MC
OMG that is so funny! Yes, that bridge was soooo narrow... I was happy
that it was gone before I started driving.
10/09/07 (20)
Ellwood City lost a great person when Dr.McCommons was not appointed to
the superatendant position.
10/09/07 (21)
Recently, there was as post referencing a demo this coming weekend
(13th-14th) at the new skate park at Brady's Run. Could you re-post the
information? Thanks.
10/09/07 (22)
I only buy Gucci handbags.
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