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December 2, 2020

Chamber of Commerce Hosting Reindeer Route

Don’t miss your chance to take a ride on the Reindeer Route. With Covid-19 cases rising, the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce was tasked to think outside of the box as how to continue the celebration of Christmas. After a brainstorming session, the Reindeer Route was the answer. Families will be able to travel through town enjoying lights, decorations, and several beloved blow up characters all from the safety of their own vehicle. Join the police led procession Saturday, December 5, at 5:30 p.m. on Glen Avenue. Dale Thompson, director of the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce, said…

November 30, 2020

Riverside Christmas Angel Collection

Franklin Township has announced a Riverside Christmas Angel Collection event in hopes of collecting items in need for all ages.  All items need to be new The collection is in need of the following: Toys for all ages, sheet sets, toiletry & hygiene products, Axe body care, Old Spice body care, Bath and Body Works items, shampoos, conditioners, toothbrushes, make-up, socks for kids Pk-12th, hand sanitizer singles or family size, and gift cards in any amount (Aldi, Giant Eagle, Walmart, fast food, local restaurant, local businesses). Those interested in donating are asked to drop off at one of two locations: Franklin Township,…

November 30, 2020

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of November 30

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  Due to the surge in numbers of covid-19 cases in our area, the Ellwood City Area Public Library will be joining other public libraries in western Pennsylvania and will suspend in-person visits beginning Tuesday, November 24.  The Library will continue doing curbside pick-up. 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…

November 23, 2020

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of November 23

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: Due to the surge in numbers of covid-19 cases in our area, the Ellwood city Area Public Library will be joining other public libraries in western Pennsylvania and will suspend in-person visits beginning Tuesday, November 24. The Library will continue doing curbside pick-up. 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…

November 16, 2020

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of November 16

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, WE’RE OPEN! The Library will be open by appointment only. 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…

November 10, 2020

N.O.W. Project Plans Additional Food Distribution

Jubilee Ministries International (JMI) Nourishing Others Well-being Project (N.O.W.) along with The Christian Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania (CCCWP) is sponsoring a Massive Drive-Thru Food Giveaway for UP TO 2,500 families on Saturday, November 14th, 2020. Jubilee Ministries International N.O.W. Project and CCCWP will distribute an abundance of quality food boxes for almost 2,500 families. The location of this food distribution event, scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m., is the Cascade Galleria (AKA Town Mall), 200 South Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA 16101. Cars must form a line that will begin at the intersection of West Washington Street and…

November 9, 2020

WUMC “Soup Quarts To-Go” Continues

Wurtemburg United Methodist Church will be cooking MUCH, MUCH more soup this month! The November Soup “Quarts To-Go” at Wurtemburg United Methodist Church will be Saturday, November 14 with serving hours from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (or until sold out.) Apologies to those who did not get soup last month. Once again, the church will be using the Drive-Thru Method; to ensure the safety of our customers and volunteers. Price remains $6.00 per Quart.  The church is located at 1244 Portersville Rd, Ellwood City, PA 16117. November Soups are: Broccoli Cheese and Veggie Beef. The Process: 1. Order &…

November 9, 2020

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of November 9

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, WE’RE OPEN The Library will be open by appointment only. 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…

November 5, 2020

Veteran’s Day Declared For Ellwood City

Mayor Anthony J. Court has declared Veteran’s Day 2020 for Ellwood City. According to a statement from the mayor’s office and in observance of Veteran’s Day, Mayor Anthony J. Court has declared Veteran’s Day, in Ellwood City, PA, Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Faithful men and women who served and are still serving – put aside their own dreams and ambitions to secure the many freedoms we are so blessed to have in America today. “It’s an honor for me to declare Wednesday, November 11, 2020 as “Veteran’s Day” here in Ellwood City, PA,” said Mayor Court. “We as a community…