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October 2, 2020

WUMC Offering “Soup Quarts-to-Go”

The monthly Soup Suppers at Wurtemburg United Methodist Church have been modified to ensure the safety of our Customers and Volunteers. Starting Saturday, October 10th, soup will be sold in quart jars; using the Drive-Thru method. We plan to continue serving our soup in this manner; until it is safe to resume serving sit-down inside.  The church is located at 1244 Portersville Rd, Ellwood City, PA 16117. Price will remain $6.00 per Quart. The serving hours will remain 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (or until sold out.) October soups are Stuffed Pepper and Veggie Beef. Our Process: 1. Order &…

October 1, 2020

Suds and Scares Plenty at E-Z Kleen Car and Van Wash

NOTE: This is part one of a series featuring Spooktacular Events in Lawrence County A clean car and a little scare. You can get both starting today at E-Z Kleen Car and Van Wash. Owner Steven Chill has transformed his sudsy business into a spooky attraction. “There will be animatronics and people dressed up in costumes,” Chill said. The haunted car wash was inspired by Chill’s love of Halloween. He said this year with Coronavirus, he wanted to provide a unique experience that could be enjoyed with plenty of social distance. “You don’t even have to get out of the…

September 29, 2020

VEKA Hosting Virtual Manufacturing Day

FOMBELL, PA – VEKA Inc. will host a Manufacturing Day experience on Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 10:00 to 10:45 am. VEKA’s event is part of Manufacturing Day, the annual nationwide celebration of the manufacturing industry organized by the National Association of Manufacturers. With respect to social distancing and safety precautions, this year’s event will be held virtually. Students, educators, parents, and community members can experience a step-by-step video tour through plant operations, following the extrusion product story from the moment the raw material arrives at VEKA’s North American headquarters until the high-quality PVC profiles are ready to ship. After…

September 28, 2020

Wampum Announces Cancellation of Christmas Parade

In a post on social media Sunday, the Wampum Area Christmas Parade Committee (WACP) announced the cancellation of their annual Christmas Parade. “After much consideration. The Wampum Area Christmas Parade Committee regrets that we made the very difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Christmas Parade.” The message was announced by Donna Kuiken, long-standing WACP President. “No one is more disappointed than we are to cancel this event. We believe it was necessary to keep our community safe and protected from the spread of the Covid-19 virus,” Kuiken added. “This would have been our 44th Parade and although we tried we…

September 28, 2020

2020 Beaver County Hazardous Waste Collection Date Announced

Safely dispose of common household chemicals and take advantage of the Beaver County Hazardous Waste Collection event that is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2020. The collection will take place at the Bradys Run Park Recycling Center from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. A new fee structure will be in place – $20.00 and covers disposal of up to 10 gallons/50 pounds of the accepted materials. Oversize loads will be subject to additional charges. Additional fees include $12.00 per fire extinguisher and $15.00 per pound of liquid mercury. ACCEPTABLE ITEMS INCLUDE: aerosol cans, automotive fluids, motor oil, transmission fluid, antifreeze,…

September 25, 2020

Ellwood City Public Library To Open By Appointment

The Ellwood City Area Public Library will be open by appointment only starting Tuesday September 29, 2020. Call the library to set up an appointment to browse for books or use a computer. Anything printed must be paid for with exact change or check. We will not be making copies at this time. Newspapers and magazines will not be available. Limitations for patrons are 10 books and three, either books on CD or DVD’s, per person. It is mandatory that everyone wear a mask at all times when entering the building. The library will continue curbside pick-up. Please call the…

September 21, 2020

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of September 21

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. NOTE: The Library will continue doing curbside pickup. Please call us with the book(s), authors, genre or recommended material you would like to check out and our staff will see that it is in alphabetical order in the lobby for you. Limitations for patrons are 10 books and three, either books on CD or DVD’s, per person. All patrons must wear a mask when entering the lobby and wait until there are less than three people in the lobby….

September 15, 2020

“Angeline Riccardo Day” Declared In Ellwood City

Mayor Anthony J. Court has declared Tuesday, September 15, 2020 as “Angeline Riccardo Day” in Ellwood City. Mayor Court presented a proclamation in observance of Mrs. Riccardo’s 100th birthday. Mrs. Riccardo was married for 57 years to Armond Riccardo, has 3 children, James, Ron and Allan and was blessed with 8 grandchildren. “Mrs. Riccardo is an outstanding citizen that won the respect of her family, friends, neighbors and acquaintances,” said Mayor Court in a statement. In photo, left to right, Mrs. Angeline Riccardo, Mayor Anthony Court, and Mrs. Riccardo’s sister, Mary Scialdone.

September 14, 2020

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 14

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. PLEASE NOTE: The Library will continue doing curbside pickup. Please call us with the book(s), authors, genre or recommended material you would like to check out and our staff will see that it is in alphabetical order in the lobby for you. Limitations for patrons are 10 books and three, either books on CD or DVD’s, per person. All patrons must wear a mask when entering the lobby and wait until there are less than three people in the…

September 7, 2020

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 7

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. PLEASE NOTE: The Library will continue doing curbside pickup. Please call us with the book(s), authors, genre or recommended material you would like to check out and our staff will see that it is in alphabetical order in the lobby for you. Limitations for patrons are 10 books and three, either books on CD or DVD’s, per person. All patrons must wear a mask when entering the lobby and wait until there are less than three people in the…