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July 11, 2018

PHOTO GALLERY: The Carpenter’s Project Work Week

The Carpenter’s Project is a group of volunteers that are spreading out around the community this week to paint, remove brush and fix lose boards etc. at peoples homes. There are 19 crews working together to help the homeowners out. Below we have photos taken from the Line Ave. and Massachusetts St. locations. The crew on Line Ave is scraping and repainting the homeowners porch and nailing down loose boards. The Crew on Massachusetts St. is clearing out overgrown shrubby for the homeowner.  

July 11, 2018

North Sewickley Presbyterian Church Trash and Treasure Sale

North Sewickley Presbyterian Church is having their trash and treasure sale July 20 and 21.  The sale will take place in the church. During the sale the Relay For Life book sale will also be happening in another room.  Here are the flyers and drop offs for items and books starts July 15th thru Thursday, July 19th, please bring items for sale to Fellowship Hall, unpack and place on tables were labeled.  Books will be down the hall to the left and place in Preschool room in labeled areas.  

July 10, 2018

Seventh and Final Beautification Award Presented to Valerie Custozzo

Another 2018 Beautification Award Winner has been presented by Mayor Court yesterday to Valerie Custozzo of Jefferson Avenue. Valerie was given a yard sign and a gift certificate to a local restaurant to show appreciation for the beautiful landscaping of her property. Unfortunately this is the final award to be presented this year to area residents that take pride and work hard to make their homes and Ellwood City attractive for all to see. Thank you all for participating in this 8th year of “Beautification Awards”. Mayor Anthony J. Court

July 10, 2018

A Concert Of Hope

The Club Hope Foundation is Hosting “A Concert of Hope” to benefit the Club Hope Foundation for all the work they do and to help those who have fought or are fighting cancer. The Event will take place at Lincoln High School on August 3, at 7:30 p.m. Performing will be Bailey Taylor with special guests Rick Witkowski, Hermie Granati, Greg McIltrot, Rick Clew, Dan Taylor and Jordan and Sidney Taylor. Also making a special guest appearance is Club Hope’s own founder and sponsor Cara Atkinson and her sister Francesca Nardone. Club Hope Foundation’s Mission is to provide encouragement, services,…

July 6, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for July 6 to July 14

Friday, July 6th: Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix at Pittsburgh International Race Complex: This weekend provides plenty of excitement for the entire family. Visit the cars and drivers in the expansive paddock and watch the vintage races and exhilarating racing. If you feel the personal need for speed, that can be done too. For a donation to the charity, you can experience a lap on the track in a racecar with a driver or rent a go-kart and reach speeds up to 45 mph on the .82 mile karting track. Look for this event to grow in popularity and numbers in…

July 5, 2018

Club Hope Foundation Night at McDowell’s Inn

The Club Hope Foundation is holding an event at McDowell’s Inn on Saturday starting at 6 p.m. and running till 11 p.m. The Foundation will be guest bar tending and all tips will benefit Club Hope Foundation, which helps bring hope to patients and families in the area who are affected by a cancer diagnosis. The guest Bartender lineup is as follows: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Darlene Esoldo and Kathy Nardone 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mia Damato and Vanessa Venezie 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mandy Conklin and Lisa Montozzi 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Carrie Campbell and…

July 3, 2018

Master Gardeners Host 3nd Annual Garden Tour

The Penn State Master Gardeners of Lawrence County are hosting their Third Annual Garden Tour on Sunday, July 22rd from Noon to 5:00 p.m. The tour highlights four area gardens, which can be toured at your own pace. Master Gardeners will be available at each location to answer questions. The tour will consist of four gardens within Lawrence County. The Altman Garden is located in New Wilmington includes 3 acres of hostas, daylilies, lilium, and daffodils. Pam Docherty’s gardens will be also on the tour located in New Castle. Pam has 2 gardens that consist of perennials and adding annuals…

July 3, 2018

Jeff and Mary Sainato Wins Ellwood City 2018 Beautification Award

Mayor Court was honored to present the 5th 2018 Beautification Award on Saturday, to Jeff and Mary Sainato of Woodside Avenue. Along with a 2018 Beautification Award Winner sign, the Sainato’s received a gift certificate to a local restaurant. This is the 8th year for Mayor Court’s Beautification Award Program and it has been a huge success. There will be a total of 7 Winners in 2018, so if you know of someone that you feel should get this award, you can contact Mayor Court by phone, facebook or in person with your nomination.

July 3, 2018

HISTORY CENTER NEWS July 2018

Ellwood City Area Historical Society 310 Fifth Street, Ellwood City, Pa 16117 724-752-2021 June- July – August – – No Meetings September 10 – Annual “Picnic” in Ewing Park, 6pm at shelter #8. Guest speaker speaker Mother Christopher – Orthodox Monastery October 8 – Dr Robert Jones, guest speaker NOTE: History Center is open: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (Noon to 4:00pm). The First Saturday of each month 10:00am to 2:00pm. Annual Picnic: Menu prepared by Nico’s – chicken, pork, pasta, salad, potatoes, beans, bread, and drinks. Utensils for dining furnished. Price per person -$ 12.50. 30 year Anniversary (1988 -2018)…

July 2, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for July 2 to July 7

Wednesday, July 4th: Independence Day: The Ellwood City Area Chamber will be CLOSED. Thursday, July 5th: Summer Story Times: Join the Beaver County Library System at the Franklin Township Community Park at 1:30pm for stories, songs, and crafts. Must register at 724-847-1450. Yoga Class: The North Sewickley Township Building (893 Mercer Rd, Beaver Falls) is offering FREE Yoga Classes every Thursday at 6:30pm. Contact Jerilyn Driscoll to reserve your spot! Call or text 412-592-5440 or email liveloveyogavibes@gmail.com to sign up. Saturday, July 7th: Summer Story Times: Join the Beaver County Library System at the Franklin Township Community Park at 1:30pm…