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June 23, 2022

Butler Health System To Hold Job Fair

Butler Health System will be holding a job fair on Wednesday, June 29 at their Butler and Clarion locations. Both jobs fairs will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Butler Memorial Hospital’s will be held in the Findley Auditorium/Tower Entry Hallway at One Hospital Way, Butler and BHS Clarion Hospital’s will be held in the Boardroom at One Hospital Drive, Clarion. Butler Health System offers: Competitive Pay Flexible Scheduling Free Parking Employee Fitness Center Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance To view a complete listing of hospital and physician office openings visit www.butlerhealthsystem.org. Come be part of award-winning care…

June 21, 2022

BC3 Announces President’s List, Dean’s List, and Graduates For Spring 2022

Butler County Community College is proud to announce the names of students who have made the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2022 semester, as well as the names of those who have graduated recently. Students who have achieved a cumulative GPA (grade-point average) of 3.75 or higher are named to the President’s List following completion of at least 12 semester hours or upon completion of degree requirements. Students who have achieved a cumulative GPA (grade-point average) of 3.5 to 3.74 are named to the Dean’s List following completion of at least 12 semester hours or upon completion…

June 21, 2022

PHOTO: Second 2022 Mayor Beautification Award Presented

Mayor Anthony Court presented the 2nd beautification award of 2022 to Danielle Fleck and Jose Tejada of 757 Pershing Street. “Congratulations, Dani and Jose,” said Mayor Court in a statement. “Great job!” They were awarded a gift certificate from a local restaurant and a yard sign to display. This is the 12th year for the beautification program. The program still has four more winners to go and there is still time to get your nominations in! Nominations will be accepted by emailing the Mayor at tcourt230@zoominternet.net or drop nominations off at the Mayor’s Office in the Municipal Building, 512 Lawrence…

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June 20, 2022

Col. Max Giovannini, 90

Col. Max Giovannini (USAF-Ret.) died on 10 May 2022 at the age of 93 in San Antonio, Texas. His long life was characterized by unwavering devotion to his family and country. He epitomized the “officer and gentleman.” He was born to Filippo and Irene Giovannini in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania. After graduating from Geneva College, he was awarded a commission in the U.S. Air Force and began a 29-year military career in the new USAF Security Service. At his first tour of duty, he met and married Mary Bethel Kincaid. They raised four children in six states and five overseas assignments,…

June 20, 2022

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of June 20

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. PLEASE NOTE: The Library has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. WE’RE OPEN! Hours are Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 1:00…

June 17, 2022

Vogel Introduces Dog Law Modernization Bill

Pennsylvania’s enforcement of its dog laws is, and for several years has been, in trouble, and legislation newly introduced by Sen. Elder Vogel (R-47) is focused on fixing the problems. “It’s been more than 25 years since statutory dog license fees have been raised and the last time dog kennel fees were increased was nearly 60 years ago, with both being primary sources of operating funds for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement (BDLE),” said Vogel. “BDLE has been functioning with a deficit for a number of years and annually requires a transfer of funds to…

June 17, 2022

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE: On May 31, 2022 at approximately 1:47 a.m., police were searching an area for a group of males who attempted to break into a vehicle, and observed a blue Chrysler PT Cruiser make an abrupt turn down Petain Street from Jefferson Avenue. According to a criminal complaint, and upon following the vehicle, police observed a rear passenger exit the vehicle and begin to push the vehicle resulting in police initiating a traffic stop. The driver, Kortney May, had a warrant for her arrest and was placed under arrest. The rear passenger, Crystal Lemanski, 36 of Ellwood…

June 16, 2022

$800,000 Awarded For Lawrence County Affordable Housing, Blight-Fighting Projects

Four projects to fight blight and expand affordable housing are receiving a combined $800,000 in funding from the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement fund, state Rep. Chris Sainato announced today. Sainato, D-Lawrence, said the funding comes at an important time. “With housing costs rising, expanding the supply of affordable housing is more important than ever, especially for seniors and others on a fixed income,” Sainato said. “The funding awarded today will expand these important programs and also fund the blight remediation needed to encourage further development.” A breakdown of the funding: $300,000 to the Lawrence County Department of Planning…

June 16, 2022

Zelienople Putt ‘n Pour Scheduled In August

It’s not often that one has the opportunity to golf on Main Street anywhere! But on August 20th, 2022, golfers and friends can test their putting skills and quench their thirst while contributing to Zelienople’s revitalization efforts. Rachael Kirschner founded “Zelienople’s Putt ‘n Pour” last year in order to raise money for the town’s revitalization efforts and to attract visitors to the historic town. “We had a great turn out last year from many people who were curious about a Putt ‘n Pour. Everyone quickly got the hang of it; we simply move the putting greens to indoor and outdoor…

June 15, 2022

PHOTO: First 2022 Mayor Beautification Award Presented

Mayor Anthony Court presented the 1st Beautification winner of 2022 season this week. The 1st award went to Tim Craven of 215 Entrance Drive, Ellwood City. Tim was presented with a yard sign to display and a gift certificate from a local restaurant. “Congratulations, Tim,” said Mayor Court in a statement. This is the 12th year for the beautification program. The program have five more winners to go and there is still time to get your nominations in! Nominations will be accepted by emailing the Mayor at tcourt230@zoominternet.net or drop nominations off at the Mayor’s Office in the Municipal Building,…