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August 24, 2018

Ellwood City’s Fall Fest & Car Cruise

Ellwood City, PA – Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Fall Fest & Car Cruise on Saturday, September 29, 2018 from 11 am – 5 pm on Lawrence Avenue.  There will be food, vendors, family activities, a car cruise, and local entertainment. Cruisers and festival attendees will have the opportunity to drive a paced lap around Pittsburgh International Race Complex’s race track for free if the flyer is presented. If you are interested in being a vendor, fill out the vendor application and submit no later than Friday, August 31, 2018 by mail or e-mail to…

August 22, 2018

Bernstine Applauds Borough’s Changes to Ellwood City Electric

ELLWOOD CITY – Following months of negotiations and legislative intervention, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) today praised Ellwood City Borough Council for adopting changes to Ellwood City Electric, which he said will ensure consumer protection, price stability and increased transparency for residents. The actions came after Bernstine and Sen. Elder Vogel (R-47) issued a letter to council members last month urging immediate implementation of several consumer-based changes. Bernstine’s legislation requiring the borough to adopt changes passed the House in April and was awaiting consideration by the Senate. The changes adopted or being considered by council include providing advance notice of rate…

August 21, 2018

Ellwood City Code Officer Requests Bagster’s be Removed

The Borough of Ellwood City has received numerous complaints about the “Green Bagster/ Dumpsters.” Remember that you must have them removed after you fill them. You get the “Bagsters” at various locations for $29.99. Removal is about $145.00. You must have them removed as it constitutes a buildup of trash and you may be subject to legal action. The International Property Maintenance Code of 2012 covers this under three sections: 302.1 All exterior property must be maintained in a Clean-Safe-Sanitary condition. 302.5 Rodent Harborage. 308.1 Accumulation of Rubbish or Garbage. Please have the Bagster’s removed before you are faced with…

August 21, 2018

PHOTOS: Beaver Lawrence Railway Historical Society Fundraiser Festival August 25

I wanted to ask for a moment of your time to let you know of some of the great things happening at our station this year.  As you know from past talks we are dedicated to preserving rail history and our historic building.  This year we finally got our roof replaced, with help from the Hoyt Foundation!  This is so exciting because now we can start a real restoration project… Well we could if we had a million dollars.  BUT we can restore it in some small ways back to the original beauty, and keep hoping for that million dollars!…

August 20, 2018

PHOTOS: Three Teams Capture Stiefel Roller Hockey Championships

Stiefel Park Roller Hockey concluded their 2018 summer session Wednesday evening with three teams declaring victory in their respective divisions. Due to the number of teams this season, the league was able to create three divisions based on experience and competitiveness.  The A league housed four teams of experienced players both young and old. Age did not deter the high caliber game play during the season and playoffs this season. At the end of Wednesday evening, Your Goose is Cooked, the previously undefeated champs were dethroned in a best-of-3 series by new comers ‘Big Rigs’. The Big Rigs captained by…

August 14, 2018

Ellwood City Police Department Asks People to Renew Handicapped Signs

If you currently have a Handicapped Sign in front of your address, the Ellwood City Police Department needs you to renew/update your information. From Residents: Name, address, phone number, and a copy of your Placard number, Handicapped Card number or Handicapped License Plate information including the expiration date. From Businesses and Religious Institutes: Business/Institute name, address, contact name and phone number, number of signs at this address We would like to receive this information on or before October 1, 2018.  After this date, we will begin to verify updated information against our list and have signs removed from addresses that…

August 13, 2018

Eating out: BC3 Launches Non-Credit Wild Edibles Course

17 of 46 fall Lifelong Learning classes new in Lawrence, Mercer counties (Butler, PA) Butler County Community College this fall will offer 17 new Lifelong Learning courses among its 46 selections in Lawrence and Mercer counties, including the debut of a class designed to educate students about wild edibles that can be found in backyards or in parks, and used to add fresh flavor to old culinary favorites. “Foraging Essentials: Intro to Wild Edibles” will appeal to those who enjoy expanding their culinary horizons, said Paul Lucas, director of BC3’s Lifelong Learning division. “It is a way to find herbs…

August 3, 2018

Ellwood City Holy Redeemer Parish 52nd Annual Bazaar News

Holy Redeemer Parish’s 52nd Bazaar Festivities Continue: A great opportunity is still available to win large cash awards, by participating in the ‘Summer Cash Give-away’ with a $25,000.00 grand cash prize awarded on Saturday night, August 4 along with the 50/50 raffle with a cash award now well over $3,000.00, also awarded on Saturday night. Tickets are being sold on the grounds during the bazaar or in the parish office. For more information, call the parish office at 724-758-4411. Dinner on the grounds, at $12.00 per dinner, starts at 5:00 p.m. featuring BBQ Ribs Friday and Lamb Dinners Saturday. There…

August 1, 2018

Bernstine to Provide Monthly Legislative Updates on WKST’s Morning Show with Ken Hlebovy

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) announced today he will be providing monthly legislative updates on the News Radio WKST 1200’s Morning Show with Ken Hlebovy, beginning Thursday, Aug. 2. Bernstine will be a guest on the show from 8-9 a.m. on the first Thursday of every month to talk about state and local issues and current legislation being considered in Harrisburg. “I look forward to highlighting some of the issues we’re working on and how they impact western Pennsylvanians, as well as answering questions from callers,” Bernstine said. “A big thank you to Ken Hlebovy for this great opportunity…

July 31, 2018

13th Annual Chef, Wine & Ale Event

Fine Wines & Delectable Foods The Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 13th Annual Chef, Wine & Ale event at Shakespeare’s Restaurant in Ellwood City on Monday, September 10, 2018 from 6 pm to 9 pm. Partake in fine wines, craft ales, and delectable foods from a variety of local eateries. There will be a silent auction and Chinese Auction. Tickets for this upscale event are $50 per person in advance or $65 at the door. To purchase, contact the Ellwood City Area Chamber at 724-758-5501 or email info@ellwoodchamber.org. The Ellwood City Area Chamber appreciates the…