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May 9, 2023

2023 General Primary Elections Are Next Tuesday!

The General Primary Election is Tuesday May 16, 2023. Polls will be open on Tuesday from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Mail ballots must be received by your county board of elections by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. Last day to request an absentee or mail-in ballot: May, 9, 2023. Area polling locations are as follows: ELLPORT BORO: Ellport Community Building, 313 Burns Ave., Ellwood City ELLWOOD CITY BOROUGH: [Election Q&A Series] FIRST WARD: 1st Dist Community Action; 926 Crescent Ave. SECOND WARD: 1st Dist First Methodist Church; 416 Crescent Ave. & Fifth Street THIRD WARD: 1st Dist Christ Presbyterian…

May 8, 2023

Ellwood City After Prom A Success!

The 2023 Lincoln High School Prom and Ellwood City Area After Prom was a big success! This year’s after prom was held the evening of Friday, May 5, 2023 at the Lincoln Jr. Sr High Big Gym. The after prom included: a casino game night filled with prizes and fun, a hypnotist show, photo booth, and lots of yummy food. The committee would like to thank all of the donors, chaperones, custodian crew, school police officers, Rennee Pitrelli, Tom Yoho and the Ellwood City Area After Prom committee who all made the night possible. Below is a list of the…

May 8, 2023

Hitched & Unhitched: Spring Into Love

According to TheKnot.com, a digital wedding planning authority, wedding volume in 2023 is anticipated to return to 2019 (pre-COVID) levels with approximately 2.1 million wedding receptions. TheKnot.com also predicts weddings in 2023 will have an average wedding attendance of 115 loved ones – a number is similar to 2022 levels which shows that couples will continue to enjoy large weddings with a solid grouping of friends and family. While More than 65% of couples will wed in the summer and fall of 2023, there were plenty that got a head start on their nuptials in the new calendar year. Check…

May 5, 2023

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of May 8

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 has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. OPEN Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m….

May 5, 2023

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

HARRASSMENT: On May 1st at approximately 12:31 a.m., PA State Police New Castle responded to an active domestic at the 440 block of Pittsburgh Road, Wayne Township, Lawrence County. Ian Colombo, 34, of Wayne Township, was cited with summary harassment in relation to the incident with the 33-year-old female victim. THEFT: On May 3rd at approximately 11:44 a.m., PA State Police investigated the report of fraudulent activity on a bank account of a 69-year-old Enon Valley man. The victim related that since June 2022 that approximately $47,000 was withdrawn/transferred from his bank account under false pretenses. According to the police…

May 4, 2023

Butler Memorial Hospital Awarded Spring 2023 ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group

BUTLER – Butler Memorial Hospital received their 8th consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit upholding the standard of patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers. This national distinction celebrates Butler Memorial Hospital’s achievements in prioritizing patient safety by protecting patients from preventable harm and errors. The new grades reflect performance primarily during the height of the pandemic. “We believe that this recognition is a testament to our sustained commitment to quality care outcomes and patient safety,” said Ken DeFurio, Butler Health System President & CEO. “This happens only with a dedicated care team…

May 3, 2023

Lincoln High School Announces 2023 Prom Court

The 2023 Lincoln High School Prom Court has been announced! On Friday, the Ellwood City “A Night With The Stars” Prom will be held at the New Englander in New Castle, Pennsylvania. Prior to arriving at the New Englander, students will participate in the annual LHS Promenade held at the Leslie Sabo Memorial Auditorium. During the ceremony Senior members of the Prom court will be recognized and the 2023 King and Queen will be crowned later that evening. The Class of 2024 would like to thank those who made tonight’s event possible: Senior Class Sponsors Mrs. Melissa Pigza and Mrs….

May 3, 2023

Bernstine to Host Concealed Carry Seminar On May 10

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is inviting area residents to a Concealed Carry Seminar as a way to further understand their rights with respect to the state’s firearms laws and protections. The seminar will take place on Wednesday, May 10, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Penn Township Municipal Building located at 157 East Airport Road in Butler. “Attending this Concealed Carry Seminar will provide important information for anyone who does or wants to carry a concealed firearm,” said Bernstine. “This event will ensure that you understand the laws and regulations surrounding concealed carry.” Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger…

May 2, 2023

Louise Carroll Receives Proclamation From Mayor Court

Mayor Anthony J. Court proclaimed Saturday, April 29, 2023 as Louise Carroll day in Ellwood City. The mayor, along with Council President George Celli, presented a proclamation in her honor celebrating her 90th Birthday. Louise is a prominent writer for the Ellwood City Ledger that highlights different citizens of our community. Mayor Court stated, “Louise Carroll is an icon in our community and we as a community are proud of her accomplishments.” Pictured below, left to right: Council President George Celli, Louise Carroll, (behind) Vaugh Hudspath, MC of event, and Mayor Anthony J. Court.

May 1, 2023

Frankin Township Clean Up Day Is Saturday

Clean up your yard, clean up your home, and clean up your garage! Franklin Township residents are invited to participate in a township clean-up day planned for this Saturday, May 6, 2023. The event will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until 2:00 p.m. for township residents. Residents can drop off trash at the Franklin Township Building located on Route 288 in Fombell. This cleanup event is for township residents only, with two (2) passes allowed per household. A pass is good for one (1) load. Passes purchased in advance for $10 Car, $15 Truck or Trailer, $20 Dump Truck….