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June 5, 2024

Daylight Bridge Washing Activities Continue in Lawrence County

Pittsburgh – PennDOT District 11 is announcing daylight bridge washing activities in Lawrence County will occur Wednesday through Friday, June 5-7 weather permitting. Bridge washing operations requiring single-lane restrictions will occur from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the following locations: Route 168 (Galilee Road) over the Beaver River in North Beaver and Taylor townships on Wednesday and Thursday Route 168 West Pittsburg Road over the US 422 Bypass in Taylor Township on Wednesday and Thursday Route 288 over the Beaver River in Wampum Borough and Wayne Township Wednesday through Friday Crews from Green Acres Contracting will conduct the work. Motorists…

June 4, 2024

Borough Reminds Its Residents & Property Owners Of Minimum Standards

In the spirit of pride in the community, and an effort to protect, increase and maintain property values, the Borough of Ellwood City has some minimum standards outlined in its ordinances. The adoption by ordinance of the International Property Maintenance Code 2012 (Ellwood City Borough Code of Ordinances, Chapter 1492) listed below details pertinent sections that relate to residential and commercial property owners. This advertisement shall serve as written notice of having provided proper notice of the Ordinance. its requirements, obligations and penalties which may be imposed for the violations: Chapter 3 – General Requirements: SECTION 302 EXTERIOR PROPERTY AREAS…

May 22, 2024

Colton Crizer Receives Jack Ferrante Delmar Golf Course Scholarship

The membership at Delmar Golf Course is pleased to announce that Lincoln High School Senior Colten Crizer has been chosen to receive the 2024 Jack Ferrante Delmar Golf Course Scholarship. “It is with great satisfaction that we recognize the efforts of Colten Crizer both inside and outside of the classroom. Colten is currently a member and employee of Delmar Golf Course and we are proud of all of his accomplishments. He has made an impact inside and outside of LHS. We are excited to watch him continue to do so as member of the Slippery Rock University track and field…

May 17, 2024

Tenaris To Adjust Workforce At Its Facilities In PA & OH, Koppel Shop Not Affected

Houston, TX – Tenaris has announced it will be reducing its workforce at its facilities in Pennsylvania and Ohio due to an influx of imports of OCTG into the United States. Approximately 170 employees at the company’s facilities in these two states will be impacted by the layoffs. The steel shop in Koppel, Pennsylvania, is not affected. Imports of OCTG account for nearly half the U.S. market demand. These imports are mainly manufactured in China and shipped through countries such as Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan, and are being brought into the States and sold at less than fair market value….

May 15, 2024

Ellwood City Historical Society New Membership Drive

The Ellwood City Historical Society at its monthly board meeting, Andy Kindle, Ways and Means Chairman, suggested to the board that it hold a Membership Drive for new members. Kindle stated that the Ellwood City Chamber of commerce is planning over 20 activities this summer. Kindle said it is an opportunity for the Historical Society to promote a membership program. He also stated that starting now gives the society the rest of 2024 to promote membership to the community. The idea of giving free membership for the six months of 2024 and then only collecting a membership fee for the…

May 15, 2024

Legion Seeks Volunteers To Honor Veterans – Announces Essay Contest Winners

Ellwood City’s J. Wilbur Randolph American Legion Post 157 has a full slate leading up to Memorial Day on May 27th and can use your help. The Ellwood City Area has a rich tradition of honoring men and women who have served our nation and Ellwood citizens have always made a special effort in recognizing Service members who have passed. The following are opportunities for you to help our Legion Post carry on this valuable tradition. PLANTING FLOWERS IN LEGION PARK – The American Legion Park on Pittsburgh Circle and 4th Street regales each year in a cloak of flowers…

May 14, 2024

New Dimension Comics Presents 3 Rivers Comicon, Returning In June

3 Rivers Comicon puts the comics back in Comicon! The 3 Rivers Comicon will take place June 1-2, 2024 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, putting the focus back on comics, creators and fans. This family-friendly event will feature contests, vendors, comic books, toys, games, and cosplay. 3 Rivers Comicon was founded to celebrate comics, graphic novels and their creators. The event will host over 150 guests including writers, artists, creators, and vendors. The massive guest list includes Mike Mckone (X-Force, X-Men), Ron Frenz (Amazing Spider-man, Thor), Steve Geiger (Punisher: War Journal, Incredible Hulk), Franco (Billy Batson and the…

May 8, 2024

Registration for 2024 Summer Playground Program At Ewing Park

The Borough of Ellwood City will be holding its 2024 Summer Playground Program again at Ewing Park this summer. Registration will be held at Ewing Park, Shelter #5 on Thursday June 6th and Friday, June 7th from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Please bring the following information to registration: Proof of Borough residency (EC Borough electric bill or Borough Tax statement) Driver’s license or state ID and phone number of parent/guardian responsible for child Driver’s license number, and phone number of two additional people that will be allowed to pick your child up from the program. We will be allowing…

May 8, 2024

Historical Society Selects Scholarship Recipients

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society is pleased to announce the winners of the Robert and Janice Barensfeld and the Marlene Painter scholarships. Eleven students from Lincoln and Riverside High Schools submitted essays for these grants. The scholarships are available to any high school senior living in the Ellwood City area regardless of the school they attend. Seven students wrote about “A Prominent Person of the Ellwood City Area” for the Barensfeld award, established in honor of long-time prominent Ellwood City citizens Robert and Janice Barensfeld. Four students penned an essay on “Why I Want to be a Teacher” for…

May 6, 2024

BC3, Guest Students Can Work Ahead, Save Through College’s Summer Courses

Butler County Community College’s nearly 150 summer session courses lasting four to 12 weeks will provide an opportunity for BC3 and guest students to complete required courses in preparation for the fall semester or to advance toward graduation, a BC3 administrator said. Students can choose from courses instructed online, or in person on BC3’s main campus in Butler Township or at its additional locations of BC3 @ Armstrong in Ford City, BC3 @ Brockway in Brockway, BC3 @ Cranberry in Cranberry Township, BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing in New Castle and BC3 @ LindenPointe in Hermitage. Courses in the college’s three…