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GriefShare Program

No matter what the circumstances, grief recovery is a painful process. A GriefShare seminar/support group is being hosted and sponsored by Calvin Church, and the program will be facilitated by Ginny Brest. The first session is scheduled for Sunday, January 15 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in the church parlor. The group will meet each Sunday afternoon for 13 weeks, and concluding on April 9. While participants are encouraged to complete the 13-week program if possible, attendance is not mandatory each week. The program is free and open to anyone in the community (and beyond) because we understand how deeply grief and loss hurts people and…


Corona D’Italia Lodge December Meeting

Corona D’Italia Lodge #807 officers and members held their annual Christmas Dinner on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 5p.m. at the Wolverine Restaurant. Treasurer Louise Vitullo and her member daughters, Patti Kuhn and Maura Greco, provided reservation information and greeted all arrivals. Sentinnel Lois DiFrischia directed seating to tables decorated with Christmas trees, electric votive lights at every place setting, candy and a 2017 planner, all provided by orator, Valerie Valentino. Emcee, Mary Quintanilla, welcomed and extended holiday greetings to all in attendance. She introduced President Clemmy Sirimarco, who also voiced her Christmas greetings, recognizing Vice President Ann Butchelli, Vitullo, DiFrishia,…


Senator Elder Vogel Jr. Sworn-In as Legislative Session Begins

Senator Elder Vogel Jr. took his oath of office and was sworn-in as Senator for the 47th Senate District today (January 3) at the State Capitol. The ceremony marked the beginning of the 2017-18 Legislative Session of the Pennsylvania General Assembly. The New Sewickley Township native returns to the State Senate looking to build upon a legislative track record of commonsense reforms to state government, strong support for Pennsylvania agriculture, and the enactment of pro-growth policies encouraging the creation of good-paying jobs for families in Western Pennsylvania. “The new year presents new challenges to our Commonwealth,” Senator Vogel said. “A…


“Second Saturday” Soup Supper

January 14th,  4 – 6:30pm Wurtemburg United Methodist Church 1244 Portersville Road  (Rt 488 by 3rd bridge) Ellwood City, PA  16117 Soups:  Wedding Soup and Beef Veggie Includes:  Italian Bread, Homemade Rolls, Dessert, Beverages & Refills Eat-in and Take-out are both $6; under age 5 Free. Grilled Cheese Sandwiches are just $1.00 Quarts of Soup are $6.00 Come, relax and enjoy fresh homemade soups and desserts. Please mark your calendar for” every “Second Saturday” through April. Church:  724-758-9685


Ellwood City Relay For Life Meet N Greet

Monday, January 16, 2017  7:00 – 8:00 P.M. Want to meet the Event Leadership members of Relay For Life?  Or have questions about the American Cancer Society?  You heard/read that Ellwood Relay For Life is moving to downtown in June and you are interested in learning more about the event?  Please join us at Nico Luciano’s Café, 834 Wampum Avenue to “meet n greet” us from 7 to 8 pm.  Light hors devourers and drink will be provided while you mingle with others to talk about Relay For Life, the American cancer society and our event in June.  Hear how…


Local Man Receives Commendation Presented by the Mayor

Richard Streckeisen received the following commendation presented by Mayor Tony Court: “Richard “Dick” Sreckeisen,  The Mayor and Community of Ellwood City would like to recognize you for the outstanding community service and dedication to our residents. Over the years, you have served this community with your many years of dedication in the Fire Department along with dedicating countless hours of your time to the Carpenters Project and to The Over the Hill Gang, providing ramps for our disabled residents. You serve as a reminder how each of us should live our daily lives, going above and beyond by giving back…


Bernstine to Take Oath of Office Jan. 3

State Representative-Elect, Aaron Bernstine, will take the oath of office as state representative of the 10th Legislative District, Tuesday, Jan. 3 beginning at noon. The swearing-in ceremony will be hosted at the Floor of the House of Representatives in Harrisburg. Family members and supporters of the State Rep.-Elect are encouraged to join the ceremony in person or via live stream. The live stream be available to view on his official website.  


Ellwood City Relay For Life Meet ‘N Greet

Monday, January 16, 2017. 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. Want to meet the Event Leadership members of Relay For Life?  Or have questions about the American Cancer Society?  You heard/read that Ellwood Relay For Life is moving to downtown in June and you are interested in learning more about the event?  Please join us at Nico Luciano’s Café, 834 Wampum Avenue to “meet n greet” us from 7 to 8 pm.  Light hors devourers and drink will be provided while you mingle with others to talk about Relay For Life, the American cancer society and our event in June.  Hear how…


Additional Station and Times to Air for Wampum Christmas Parade

The Wampum Area Christmas Parade Committee is delighted to announce additional television air times of the 2016 Wampum Christmas Parade Parade on local cable stations.  Joe Sobczak of KDSTV.com who films the parade makes it a point to get crowd shots and coverage of individual participants.  “I know it’s a thrill for parents and grandparents to see their kids on the home TV screen!” In addition to the air times listed below, anyone with internet access can watch the parade in high definition 24/7 on www.kdstv.com So get cozy and tune in on: In the Ellwood City area Armstrong, Channel 10  at 10 am…


Bernstine Announces Opening of District Office

ELLWOOD CITY – Promising to provide high-quality constituent services to the residents of the 10th Legislative District, Rep.-elect Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) today announced that his new district office is open at 438 Line Ave., Ellwood City. Bernstine’s district office will be open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. On Thursdays, the office will be open until 7 p.m. Residents can contact the office by phone at (724) 752-2120. The office will be staffed by Nick Kerin, district office manager, and Mandy Hyde, constituent outreach specialist. “I invite residents to stop by and let us know their thoughts…