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March 29, 2018

Ellwood City United Fund Auctioning A Trip To Disney

The Ellwood City United Fund is auctioning off a week trip to Disney World at Disney Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa from May 13th  through May 20th. The trip is a $3,200.00 value and the first bid of $1500 will get it. It is a non-smoking resort and must be 21+ years old. The trip is non-transferable. Please call 724-752-9862 to place a bid. The Ellwood City United Fund is a “Community Chest” type of organization that collects funds and distributes them to local service agencies including Ellwood Area Family Center, Ellwood Area Public Library, Ellwood Education Foundation, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, People in Need, City Rescue Mission,…

March 28, 2018

Circle Of Friends Spring Basket Raffle Starts Today

It is that time of year to have those fantastic baskets for raffle! Join and support the Circle of Friends and their Spring Basket Raffle that starts today and runs through Friday. Starting at 8:00 am and going until 5:00 pm on Wednesday and Thursday, then on Friday starting at 7:00 am ending at 1:00 pm, by coming to the back Dining Room at the Ellwood City Medical Center.  Friday will also include a yummy Bake Sale just in time for Easter. For more information contact Rhonda at 724-752-6758. All proceeds benefit Ellwood City Relay For Life. Relay For Life…

March 28, 2018

Franklin Township Annual Clean-Up Day Announced

The Franklin Township 2018 Clean-Up Day will be held from 8:00am to 2:00pm on May 5, 2018. Township residents may drop off their trash at the township’s municipal building. Passes are for township residents only and must be purchased in advance at $10.00 per pass. Two passes are allowed per household. Passes are good for one load. Passes go on sale April 3rd at the township municipal building, located at 475 Demott Lane. The building is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 3:30pm. Tires will be collected for an additional charge. pic.twitter.com/kuextOwVRl — Franklin Township…

March 22, 2018

Portersville Christian School Information Night/Open House

Portersville Christian School will hold an information Night/Open House on Tuesday April 3, 2018 at 7:00 pm for families interested in enrolling students for the 2018-2019 school year. The school is accepting student applications and registrations prior to the release of next year’s tuition schedule at the end of March 2018. In addition to kindergarten, there are openings in most grade levels for fall 2018. Interested families who have students entering kindergarten and grades 7 & 9 are encouraged to apply early, since these grades tend to fill up fast. Portersville Christian School (PCS) provides a distinctively Christian education to…

March 21, 2018

Local Author Plans Book Signing

Local author Nancy K. Wallace is celebrating the publication of her third and final book in the Wolves of Llisé trilogy with a book-signing event at the Ellwood City Library on Friday, March 23, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Before Winter is the conclusion of the fantasy series and follows Among Wolves and Grim Tidings, in the Wolves of Llisé trilogy, published by Harper Collins UK. Those who attend will also get to enjoy readings from the book, a question & answer period and refreshments. All three books will be available for purchase at the event. The author will also autograph…

March 20, 2018

Mayor’s Advisory Committee Monthly Meeting Recap

On March 8, 2018 the Mayor’s Advisory Committee met in Council Chambers. The Mayor stressed the importance of being aware of your surroundings especially at night, to combat crime. Discussed was the possibility of hiring another Police Officer.  The Mayor advised that the Borough is employing many ways to attack crime, preventive measures.  Some of these preventive measures have led to many drug arrests, 422 since Court has taken office.  One of the new measures is “Perception is Everything” and commands immediate attention. The committee discussed that there have been many accomplished people applying for the Borough manager’s position. The…

March 19, 2018

Ellwood Historical Society Monthly Meeting Recap

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society monthly membership meeting was held last Monday, March 12, 2018. Guy Prestia, a World War II Veteran led the Pledge to the American flag. Those in attendance were reminded of the annual Robert and Janice Barensfeld Scholarships.  Two (2) $1500.00 scholarships will be awarded at the May meeting.  Graduating students from Lincoln High and Riverside High Schools are eligible.  Applications may be obtained from the Guidance Counselors of the schools.  The scholarships have been awarded through the Historical Society since the year 1999. W.Ryan Kegel was introduced  as the speaker for the evening.  Ryan spoke…

March 14, 2018

Wampum’s Wine & Beer Festival Set For March 24

The Wampum Area Revitalization Committee will hold a Wine & Beer Festival from 4:00pm to 7:00pm on March 24th at the Wampum Gymnasium, located at 372 Main Street. Regional craft beer and wine makers will be present to offer tastings and products. Food and appetizers will be provided by the Lawrence County Career and Technology Center ( LCCTC) Restaurant Trade Program direct by Jennifer Price. Live music will be performed by Frankie ‘The One-Man Band”. Proceeds go to funding revitalization projects in the Wampum area. Tickets are $20.00 in advance or $25.00 at the door. Tickets are available at Ferrante…

March 13, 2018

Corona D’Italia Lodge February Meeting Brief

Corona D’Italia Lodge #807 held their monthly meeting at Pizza Joe’s on Wednesday, February 14th. All in attendance participated in the Valentine lunch served by Purdue LaCava, Lois DiFrischia and Margaret Cancelli. President, Clemmy Sirimarco extended the welcome with Valentine greetings to all. Trustee, Patricia Regna presented a prayerful invocation for all living and deceased members, families and all military personnel. Orator, Valerie Valentineo, presented heart shaped Valentine boxes ofcandy to each member. Trustee, Difrischia, distributed Valentine bags containing cookes made and donated by Carol Gibbons. Appreciation for the gifts was expressed by all the members. Sirimarco led the business…

March 9, 2018

Carnegie Free Library Presents: Uncomfortable Conversations – Human Trafficking

[Beaver Falls, PA]  Wednesday, March 14th at 6:30pm The Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls (CFLBF) will present the first in a series of uncomfortable conversations.  The topic will be “Human Trafficking – its closer than you think”. The series is called uncomfortable conversations because these are not easy topics that have simple solutions.  CFLBF Director Jean Barsotti:  “The series will create forums to help initiate conversations about topics that can affect our children, our families, our friends, and our communities.  Each of the programs will be designed to provide the opportunity to become aware of community issues, begin a…