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July 27, 2018

Lincoln High Class of 1954 Held Reunions in Review

Members and guests of the Lincoln High Class of 1954 held their 2018 “81 and Still Having Fun” annual party on Saturday July 14, at the Ellwood City Saxon Club. Festivities began at 3 p.m. as arrivals were greeted at the entrance by the welcome sign “Reunions in Review.” Recalling Christmas in July, dressed in her original elf outfit, Ilene Gardner photographed each person fronting a large mural of the Lincoln High School Building as they were registered by Arlene “Pinky” Maielli and Ellie Paul. Pudue LaCava, Patty Tino and Rosina Massaro presented tickets for awards and directed seating to…

July 27, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for July 27 to August 4

Friday, July 27th: Christmas in July: Don’t you love to get great deals, shop early to avoid crowds & find the best new merchandise before anyone else? Come to Hutch & Home, Stray Cat Studio, This & That, and Vintage Reborn in Beaver Falls on Friday & Saturday July 27 & 28 for Christmas in July specials and savings! -Visit Hutch & Home for AMAZING savings. Save 75% off last year’s Christmas items! There will also be savings storewide as well. -Celebrate Tami’s Birthday on July 27th and save 27% off STOREWIDE at This & That Downtown! -Don’t miss out…

July 26, 2018

Mrs. Katherine V. Salvati, 86

Mrs. Katherine V. Salvati, 86, formerly of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at the Newhaven Court at Clearview. Mrs. Salvati was born on November 1, 1931 in Ellwood City to the late Michael and Margaret (Debranski) Lasky. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1949. She also was a member of the Holy Redeemer parish while living in Ellwood City. Katherine had worked at the Ellwood City Ledger in the advertising department for several years. She later worked for the Ellwood City Area School District from 1979 until her retirement in 2007…

July 26, 2018

Bernstine, Vogel Urge Council to Act on Proposed Changes to Ellwood City Electric

ELLWOOD CITY – In a letter sent to members of Ellwood City Borough Council Wednesday, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-10) and Sen. Elder Vogel Jr. (R-47) urged immediate implementation of proposed changes to Ellwood City Electric to ensure protection and increased transparency for residents. “These changes are the result of months of discussions and meetings we’ve had with residents, current and former council members and business owners,” said the lawmakers. “We believe they are necessary to help the electric service continue to improve and develop.” The lawmakers outlined several proposed changes including setting rates comparable to other regional energy providers, providing…

July 24, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for July 24 to July 28

Tuesday, July 24th: A Night of HOPE on Lawrence Ave.: Come join the Club Hope Foundation on the 500 Block of Lawrence Ave for a night of fun from 6-8pm. Festivities include games, face painting, cupcake creation station, Hair for Hope Cut-A-Thon, music and more! Wednesday, July 25th: Movie Night for Adults: The Ellwood City Library is hosting an adult movie night beginning at 6pm. The movie is “Milton’s Secret.” LIVE MUSIC @ Sweet Caroline’s: Plan to stop by for a scoop of ice cream & some great jams by Nick Stelter of The Lancaster Boys from 7-9pm! Limited seating…

July 23, 2018

Ellwood City Library Activities for Week of July 23

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. Activities taking place this week include: WEDNESDAY 10 a.m. — “Coloring for Adults,” (resumes on Wednesdays) a weekly program that is free and open to the public. It is designed to help reduce the stresses of everyday life. All adults are welcome. 1 p.m. — “Building Buddies,” a new program of fun and learning for toddlers and preschoolers. This interactive program allows kids to explore building and socialization skills. No registration is required. 3 p.m. — “Creative Writing Workshop,”…

July 20, 2018

OLD PHOTO FRIDAY: Good Views For This Parade

This week’s Old Photo Friday, courtesy of the Ellwood City Historical Society is another photo of a dated Ellwood City parade down Lawrence Avenue.  A small group of boys and girls found their way to the top of this building for a good view of the parade festivities. Where about is this current building on Lawrence Avenue? Does anyone have a guess on they year or decade? Where is your favorite spot to watch an Ellwood City parade? Perhaps this photo is an extension to the parade photo posted in April – CLICK HERE Please share and comment on our…

July 18, 2018

BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing Unveils 3 New Career Programs

(New Castle) BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing has become the first of Butler County Community College’s five additional sites to offer associate of applied science degree programs in office administration-medical and in accounting, and the second in office administration-executive – career programs that will allow students to develop skills needed to enter the workforce immediately after graduation. Students completing an associate degree in office administration-medical can work as secretaries or administrative assistants in a medical environment. Those professions in 2016 paid an average salary of $34,600 in Pennsylvania, according to the state Department of Labor and Industry. Employees with experience earned…