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September 9, 2016

August Crime Watch Meeting Brief

Mayor Court held the monthly Crime Watch Meeting for August, touching upon topics concerning crime of the past month. There was discussion about scams throughout the area, targeting our elderly and some of the scams included the IRS and Publishers Clearing House. Frank Sniezek of Jaret Gibbons Office spoke to the audience about the new texting and driving laws of Pennsylvania. Mayor Court stressed to everyone that he is working diligently to protect the residents of the Community. The meeting ended with a question and answer session from those in attendance. The next Crime Watch meeting will be held on…

September 9, 2016

Gibbons receives FARMER endorsement

Ellwood City, PA – Farmers Allied for Responsive More Effective Government (FARMER) has endorsed State Representative Jaret Gibbons for re-election in the 10th Legislative District. FARMER is the Political Action Committee of the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau, the largest organization representing the interests of farmers across Pennsylvania. Rep. Gibbons was recognized by FARMER as a “Supporter of Agriculture” for his commitment to promoting farming and strong voting record on agricultural issues. “I am honored to receive the support of FARMER and the local farming community. I have always been an advocate for our local farm families and am proud to have…

September 8, 2016

Veterans’ specialists to visit Gibbons’ office next week

ELLWOOD CITY, Sept. 7 – To assist veterans and their families, state Rep. Jaret Gibbons, D-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence, today announced he will host veterans’ specialists in his Ellwood City office. Gibbons said Stephanie Bengoa and Ryan Paglia will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14 at his Ellwood City office, located at 438 Line Ave., to lend help to veterans and their families. Bengoa of the American Legion Veterans Assistance Program will be in Gibbons’ office to assist veterans with understanding what benefits they have earned, filing appeals to existing claims, enrolling in the Department of Veterans Affairs…

September 8, 2016

Gibbons announces state loan for New Brighton company

HARRISBURG, Sept. 7 – State Rep. Jaret Gibbons, D-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence, today announced the Standard Horse Nail Company of New Brighton was awarded a $123,000 loan from the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority. The company, one of the largest domestic producers of machine keys, woodruff keys, taper pins, and other precision fasteners, received a 15-year loan at 3 percent interest to assist with the renovation of 25,000-square-feet of currently unused space in its facility. “Manufacturing is a major component of our local economy and this loan will ensure that a growing company remains and expands here in Beaver County,” Gibbons said. “I’m glad…

September 7, 2016

Hot weather in August leads to spike in utility usage

The borough manager, Bob Villella wanted to share the following information with the community about August electric usage: August 2016 was the second hottest month of August since 1947.  The 76.0 degree average temperature was exceeded only by August 1995. The hot and humid weather lead to another record usage by the Borough for 2016.  Ellwood City’s customers as a whole used 5,962,000 kWh in August.  This is the highest amount of electricity by Ellwood City since July of 2013. The Borough’s hourly peak usage of 12,773 kW occurred on August 12 at 5 pm.  This peak is higher than…

September 7, 2016

Wayne Township Monthly Board Meeting

The Wayne Township Supervisors, 1418 Wampum Road, Ellwood City, PA 16117, held its monthly Supervisor Board Meeting, Thursday, August 4, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Under the direction of William Hepler, Supervisor, the meeting opened with the ‘”Pledge of Allegiance” and a “Moment of Silence”.  Other officers in attendance were Supervisors: Chairman, Charles Hutchison & Vice Chairman, Rick Weingartner; Township Solicitor, Ryan Long.  Secretary/Treasurer, Shari D. Baney. Motion was made by Weingartner to Approve the July, 2016 Minutes. 2nd by Hepler. All in favor. Public Input:  Tootie Welsh – Repeating a question to Chairman Hutchison regarding Melinda Cappello as Township Manager,…

September 6, 2016

Medevac Ambulance Service Recognized for Advanced Pediatric Service

Medevac Ambulance Service has received an Advanced Certificate of Recognition from the Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Services for Children. This multi-phase recognition program was created for EMS agencies who wish to establish programs and standards to improve their capabilities to deliver care to pediatrics. Medevac is the first EMS agency in Lawrence County to receive Advanced level. The Pediatric Voluntary Recognition Program (PVRP) was created by the EMS for Children program, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Bureau of EMS. Beyond simply providing high quality and safe clinical care to children, EMS agencies demonstrating excellence in pediatric care also…

September 6, 2016

Ellwood City’s First Football Game of the Year Recap

Written by Bradly Windhorst. Brand new season, brand new players, brand new week one, and brand new foes. Part one of a two-conference game week one occurred in the likes of Monaca, PA where newly-introduced-to-AAA ball Ellwood City matched up against Central Valley for an early conference outlook.  Coming fresh off of a 11-2 WPIAL runner-up finish, Central Valley was opening the season with hopes of repeating such success. Ellwood City on the other hand was looking for players to step up at the skills positions, while also showing they are not a push-over team in the likes of AAA….

August 31, 2016

Apply to be the next Festival Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

The Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food and Entertainment committee held their wrap-up meeting for the 2016 Festival on Wednesday, August 24. The Festival Nominating Committee is accepting letters of application for the positions of Festival Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Letters of application should be addressed to the committee and mailed to Raylene Boots Secretary, c/o Ellwood City Chamber of Commerce, 806 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City PA. Letters should include the applicant’s qualifications for the position. Deadline for letters of application is September 30, 2016. Letters received after the deadline will not be considered for the position. The committee will fill…

August 31, 2016

CCBC and Point Park Sign Agreement

Monaca, PA –Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) and Point Park University are teaming up to provide CCBC students with another option as they pursue associate and bachelor’s degrees. CCBC is now offering a Sports, Arts, and Entertainment Management (SAEM) degree that seamlessly transfers to Point Park’s program under the same name, allowing students to more efficiently earn a bachelor’s degree in one of Point Park’s most innovative programs. “CCBC partnered with Point Park University to develop the Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management degree and is particularly pleased with the seamless transfer option to Point Park University’s Sports, Arts and…