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April 22, 2021

BC3 Plans Outdoor, Walk-Thru Mini Ceremonies For Class Of 2021 Commencement

Butler County Community College’s 53rd annual commencement May 19 will feature a series of outdoor, walk-thru mini-ceremonies for successive groups of graduates. The mini-ceremonies will be held on BC3’s main campus in Butler Township. The first of the approximately 45-minute-long mini-ceremonies begins at 1 p.m. and the last, tentatively at 6:15 p.m. Graduates who register for commencement by April 30 will be notified by email about their designated arrival time. Appropriate COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place and enforced. Graduates may bring no more than four guests. Graduates and guests should wear a face covering and maintain six feet…

April 22, 2021

Bernstine Appointed to the Subcommittee on Small Business

HARRRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) has added to his responsibilities for the 2021-22 session by being appointed to the Subcommittee on Small Business under House Commerce Committee Chairman Brad Roae (R-Crawford/Erie). The subcommittee will be looking at ways to better enhance opportunities for employers and small businesses. “When I first took office in early 2017, the economy was growing stronger, and we were looking forward to a more prosperous future in Western Pennsylvania,” said Bernstine. “Then came COVID-19 and many of our gains in recent years were wiped out with a shutdown that has lasted far too long. To…

April 21, 2021

REMINDER: Next Borough Yard Waste Pick-Up May 17

According to information made available by the Borough, the next scheduled yard waste pick-up for Ellwood City residents will be the week of May 17, 2021. The borough’s new contract with Valley Waste starts June 1, 2021 that introduces a bi-weekly yard waste pick up schedule. The full schedule will be provided in the near future. In addition to garbage removal, the new contract with Valley Waste also adds additional dates for yard waste pickup. Instead of nine yard waste removal days, residents will be able to get rid of yard waste twice a month from April 1 to November…

April 21, 2021

Borough Code Enforcement Reminds Residents of High Grass And Weeds

Its Spring time and the Borough Code Office has been bombarded with complaints of high grass and weeds according to Code Enforcement Officer Ralph Chiappetta. “Some people waited until the last minute to have their mowers serviced and they are now behind,” says Chiapetta. “Also, it seems like people are cleaning out their property, which is a good thing.” But this also poses a problem with trash according to Chiappetta. If you get a dumpster, you must get a permit. Permits are $25.00 if the dumpster is on the street or alley. If its on your property there is no…

April 20, 2021

Tenaris Bringing Its Koppel Steel Plant Back Online

According to its website news release, Tenaris is pushing ahead with plans to increase its operations across the US, bringing its facilities, including its Koppel and Ambridge plants, back online. With the ongoing expansion, Tenaris is working to boost its employee base in the States by about 1,000. Tenaris US President Luca Zanotti has toured the company’s Pennsylvania facilities this week and, according to the news release, addressed employees at its Koppel melt shop and Ambridge seamless pipe mill, informing teams of the company’s plans to grow its workforce and restart activity at the two plants. “There are encouraging trends…

April 20, 2021

Borough Awards Waste Removal Bid

Ellwood City Borough Council awarded the bid for collection of refuse, recycling, and yard waste to Valley Waste during Monday’s meeting. Borough Manager David Allen said garbage has been on the top of his priority list since he arrived in his position at the borough a little more than two years ago. He said the new program provides the most options possible for smooth, efficient, and cost friendly removal of waste. “We negotiated fantastic pricing to hit all needs and concerns of the citizens,” he said. The new program will offer residents the choice of containers as well as a…

April 20, 2021

Mayor Court Awards Lendick Proclamation For 100th Birthday

Madeline (Molly) Lendick celebrated her 100th birthday with a proclamation given to her by Mayor Anthony Court. Court made a short statement in honor of of Lendick. “I want to express my sincere appreciation and gratitude for her dedication to her lovely family and our community. I hereby proclaim Sunday, April 25th, 2021 as “Madeline(Molly) Lendick’s Day” in Ellwood City! It was certainly my pleasure honoring this beautiful, sweet woman. I know I speak for our entire community in extending birthday wishes to this most awesome person! May God always bless you, Molly Lendick!” said Court in his statement. The…

April 20, 2021

Several Local Students Earned April Pride And Promise Award

The LCCTC April Pride and Promise Award was given to the following SkillsUSA students who received medals in the State Competition this year. Gold Medals were awarded to the following students: Parker Frelin, Corrin Cloustin, Madison Deli, Katie Bober, Daniella Wetzel, Lucy Allen, Tyler Duncan, Lita Frishkorn, Maylene Ritter and Alexis Koelliker A Silver Medal was awarded to Mackenzie Helle Bronze Medals were given to the following students: Zoey Galat, Nevada Grannis and Tommilynn Genareo Other recipients of awards include: Tara Confer, Anthony Ostrowski, Duane Green, Cassidy Twentier and Harley Edinger Teacher SkillsUSA sponsors are: Christina Weisenstein, Lyn McVicker-Shaffer and…

April 19, 2021

VIDEO: Local Man Seriously Injured After Heavy Machinery Accident

According to a Pittsburgh news source, a Lawrence County man was seriously injured when he fell off some heavy machinery and was subsequently run over by it. According to a fire chief, a man was operating a brush hog and had fallen off. He was working in his yard on Dutch Run Road near Ellwood City, fell off and a neighbor had heard him yelling for help. The neighbor then called for help. The man was flown to a hospital in Pittsburgh “with injuries all over his body” according to the video report. source: pittsburgh.cbslocal.com

April 19, 2021

Ellwood City Borough Council to Meet Tonight

Ellwood City Borough Council will meet in person tonight, April 19, at 5:30 for a special meeting where council will consider the Intermunicipal transfer of liquor license (Barry Quick Mart, LLC). Another special meeting will be held at 5:45 for the consideration of a Conditional Use Request (EFN Ellwood Property, LLC). The regular council meeting will follow at 6 p.m. On the agenda: A motion to approve the Pre-Paid Voucher List dated 4/13/21, in the amount of $416,469.38, and the List of Vouchers to be Paid dated 4/15/21, in the amount of $485,212.42. A motion to approve the Departmental Reports,…