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June 20, 2022

Borough Code Enforcement Office Reminds Residents Of Property Maintenance

The Code Enforcement Office of the Borough of Ellwood City is reminding residents to maintain their properties this summer. Per the release and per Borough Ordinance, it is the property owner’s responsibility to maintain all properties within the Borough of Ellwood City from the curb inward. It has been brought to the office’s attention that properties within the Business District of Ellwood City have not been maintaining weeds and growth from the curb to their business. In an effort to make all businesses aware of the issue, the Code Enforcement Office would like to ask all businesses and residents within…

June 16, 2022

Former Wampum Man Pleads to Violating Federal Drug and Gun Laws

A former Wampum resident pleaded guilty in federal court to violating the federal narcotics and firearms laws, United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung announced this week. Michael Turner, 49, formerly of Wampum, PA, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon before United States District Judge Stephanie L. Haines. In connection with the guilty plea, the court was advised that beginning in 2019, agents with the FBI and other agencies investigated drug trafficking activity in Pittsburgh’s Hill District neighborhood, and elsewhere. As part of that investigation, agents…

June 15, 2022

Wolves Club Presents Recognition Award To Rotary Club In Honor of 100th Anniversary

Ellwood City Wolves Club Den ll presents the Pro Bono Publico Recognition Award to the Rotary Club in honor of the Rotary Club’s 100th Anniversary this year. The highlight of the Wolves Club June 8th meeting, held at the Wolves Club shelter in Ewing Park, Ellwood City, PA, was the presentation of the Wolves Club ‘Pro Bono Publico (‘For the Good of the Public’) Recognition Award. The recipient was Doug Slade, Ellwood City Rotary Club’s president. He accepted the award on behalf of the Rotary Club’s 100th Anniversary. Also, Giant Eagle owner Gina Morini Felovzis presented Mr. Slade a Giant…

June 14, 2022

ECIAHF Cancels June Activities & Meetings

Due to Health Concerns the Ellwood City Italian American Heritage Foundation (ECIAHF) has canceled all June Activities and Meetings. ECIAHF will resume its monthly meeting Friday July 22, 2022 at the Ellwood City Area Historical Society located at 310 Fifth Street at 10:00 a.m. A special presentation is being planned. Guests, friends, relatives and potential members are always welcome. As usual hot coffee and a sweet treat will be served. For questions phone Barbara at 724-758-0404. Elwood City Italian American Heritage Foundation is a non-profit special community-based initiative involving Italian ethnic research and genealogy. The focus of the group is…

June 9, 2022

Ellwood City Youth Wins State DAR Service Award

Hayden Slade, a rising senior at Lincoln High School in Ellwood City, is the first place winner of the Pennsylvania State Society Daughters of the American Revolution’s (PSSDAR’s) Outstanding Youth Volunteer Award for his service to veterans and our troops. Hayden is sponsored by the Pymatuning Chapter in Sharon, where his grandmother Theresa Harkless Woods is a member. His State level submission also went on to win the Eastern Division of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR). Hayden’s volunteer work includes collecting and organizing board games to give to veterans and deployed troops through the 501(c)(3) charity…

June 9, 2022

Lawrence County Students New Members Of BC3 Academic Honor Society

Seven Butler County Community College (BC3) students from Lawrence County, including three Ellwood City residents, are among 79 new members of BC3’s chapter of an international academic honor society. New members of Rho Phi, the college’s 54-year-old chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, must have a minimum grade-point average of 3.5. Students who have completed at least 12 credit hours toward an associate degree or six credit hours toward a one-year certificate and who meet academic requirements are eligible for membership in Rho Phi. Amanda Fleming is Rho Phi’s primary adviser and BC3’s college business services specialist. Membership in Rho Phi,…

June 8, 2022

Wampum American Legion Offering An All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast

The Wampum American Legion is offering an all-you-can-eat Breakfast event again on Saturday, June 18th from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The event is scheduled to take place at the Legion club located at 436 Beaver Street, Wampum, PA 16157.  This will be the last event until September as the group is taking a break for the months of July and August The menu features scrambled eggs, home fries, french toast, sausage, biscuits & gravy, bacon, toast, coffee, tea and orange juice. Costs for the breakfast are $10.00 for adults and $6.00 for children five years and younger. “Our veterans…

June 5, 2022

Eastbound US 422 Bridge Inspection Next Week in Lawrence County

Pittsburgh, PA – PennDOT District 11 is announcing work to inspect the bridge that carries eastbound US 422 over the Shenango River in the City of New Castle and Taylor Township, Lawrence County, will begin Monday, June 6 weather permitting. Single-lane restrictions will occur on eastbound US 422 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 6-10 as crews conduct bridge inspection activities. Work in the westbound direction will occur at a later date. A press release will be provided in advance of the start of the westbound work. Crews from CDM Smith will conduct the routine inspection…

June 3, 2022

Butler Health and Excela Sign Letter of Intent to Form New Health System

Officials at Butler Health System and Excela Health today announced they have signed a Letter of Intent to combine their respective organizations into a new health system serving western Pennsylvania. “We believe strongly that our new partnership will extend our intellectual and financial capital. In doing so, we can enhance access to care, decrease the cost of care and continue to focus on providing improved experiences and outcomes for patients, “said John Sphon, Chief Executive Officer at Excela. “The new System will provide additional services and better access to those services,” added Ken DeFurio, President and Chief Executive Officer at…

June 3, 2022

ECIAHF Monthly Meeting Recap

The Ellwood City Italian American Heritage Foundation (ECIAHF) met at Ellwood City Area Historical Society on Friday May 27, 2022 for the monthly meeting. President Barbara Mastropietro welcomed the group giving special recognition to our Founder Mr. Gene Morabito. A Prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance were offered. Phyllis Fusco taught some brief expressions in Italian. Each member was asked to take two business cards to distribute to friends, relatives, and someone you just met. Our purpose is to make our presence known and increase membership. Treasurer Kathy Gorzkowski reminded all that 2022 dues are due. Cherlyn Rangel encouraged the…