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January 17, 2020

Wurtemburg-Perry VFD Holding 1st Annual Night at the Casino

The Wurtemburg-Perry Volunteer Fire Department will be holding its first annual Night at the Casino in February. Their first annual trip will take party-goers to the Rivers Casino on Saturday, February 15 beginning at 5:00 p.m. The bus will leave from the fire department parking lot at 4:00 p.m. and the bus will leave from the casino no later than 10:15 p.m.  Approximate time of return to the fire department parking lot is 11:15 p.m. According to a social media post, there are still a few tickets available. Ticket pricing announced at $40.00 per ticket. Ticket includes bus trip to…

January 17, 2020

Bernstine Bill to Access Information Prior to a Public Meeting Passes House

HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) that would amend the Sunshine Act to require a public agency to post public meeting agendas no later than 24 hours prior to the start of a meeting passed the House today. House Bill 1069 would also prohibit an agency from taking official action on items not on the meeting agenda unless added by a majority vote. “I believe that we understand the intent and importance of the Sunshine Act in maintaining and enhancing the transparency of government decision-making and to allow Pennsylvanians to participate in their government,” said Bernstine. “Unfortunately,…

January 16, 2020

Ellwood Animal Hospital ‘Paws 4 The Holidays’ Fundraiser A Success

The Ellwood Animal Hospital recently hosted a Paws 4 The Holidays fundraiser for the Lawrence County Humane Society. Drs. Cynthia Maro, Annette Anléu, Alyssa Carver, Daniel Jones, and Amanda Brown, and the staff of the Ellwood Animal Hospital hosted and sponsored Paws 4 The Holidays, a benefit fundraiser for the Lawrence County Humane Society on Friday, December 5, 2019. The event was well attended and supporter participation included donations of pet supplies, food, cleaning supplies and toys, in addition to financial contributions, making “Paws 4 the Holidays” event a big win for Lawrence County and the animals! Pictured below are…

January 16, 2020

Calvin Presbyterian Church Hosting GriefShare Program

Calvin Presbyterian Church will once again host a 13-week GriefShare program this winter. No matter what the circumstances, grief recovery is a painful process. A GriefShare seminar/support group is being hosted and sponsored by Calvin Presbyterian Church. The program will be facilitated by Ginny Brest. The first session is scheduled for Sunday, February 9 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the church parlor. The group will meet each Sunday afternoon for 13 weeks, concluding on May 17. (We will not meet on Easter or Mother’s Day.) While participants are encouraged to complete the 13-week program if possible, attendance is not mandatory each…

January 16, 2020

BC3 No. 1 Community College in Pennsylvania For Fifth Time Since 2015

(Butler, PA) For the fifth time since 2015, Butler County Community College, serving 24,000 credit and noncredit students in eight western Pennsylvania counties and online, has been ranked as the No. 1 community college in the state. BestColleges.com analyzed the most recent U.S. Department of Education statistics in assessing academic quality, affordability and online competency and rated BC3 atop all Pennsylvania two-year colleges for 2020, as it did in 2017. Schools.com also used U.S. Department of Education data in ranking BC3 as the No. 1 community college in Pennsylvania in 2015, 2017 and in 2019. Each institution in BestColleges.com’s Top…

January 14, 2020

Ellwood City School Board to Vote on Kindergarten Admission Policy

The Ellwood City Area School District Board is set to vote on whether to make changes to Policy 201 during its Tuesday, January 21st meeting. At the December 5th meeting the board voted to have administration review the policy, which pertains to kindergarten admission at Ellwood City Area Schools after a parent spoke out at the board’s November 14th meeting. New parent to the district Megan Jones said she was disappointed to learn that her child who has already invested two years into preschool would not make the August 15 cutoff for kindergarten registration. She said her daughter will turn…

January 13, 2020

Library Activities For The Week Of January 13

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. Activities taking place this week include WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15 10:00 a.m. – “Coloring for Adults,” a weekly program that is free and open to the public. It is designed to help reduce stresses of everyday life. All adults are welcome. 6:00 p.m. – “Program on a Career in Veterinary Medicine,” a program with discussion on Veterinary Medicine with S.T.E.M. activities. Please call the library to register. THURSDAY, JANUARY 16 3:00 p.m. – “Just for Girls Book Group,” they will…

January 9, 2020

Butler Health System to Open Facility in North Star Plaza

Butler Health System announced it will be opening a location in Ellwood City in the North Star Plaza. Officials with Butler Health did not offer comment on the announcement and would not confirm what type of services will be offered there, but they did say they would be adding primary care. “Butler Health System has provided health services to the community of Ellwood City for many years, and remains committed to doing so,” said Jana Panther,  “In addition to cardiology services, which have been available in Ellwood City for years, BHS will soon be adding BHS Primary Care, located in…

January 9, 2020

New Business Chive Brings A Fresh Choice To Eating Out

In November, Chive opened its doors on Lawrence Avenue. With its first month over, people have either eaten there, heard of it, or are among those of us that are wondering what exactly this new restaurant is. We sat down with owner Eric Houk to get the scoop on the new, clean-eating restaurant. Chive is owned by Erik and Shannon Houk. Eric works full time in project management for commercial construction. He also buys and sells houses. His wife, Shannon, works at Bridgewater Microblading. Between the two, Chive is just a fun side project. Following a bout of illness, Eric…

January 9, 2020

First United Methodist Church Special Martin Luther King Jr. Service

In honor of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, First United Methodist Church of Ellwood City will be hosting a special service. On Sunday, January 19, join them at 4:00 p.m. at the church on 416 Crescent Avenue. The official national holiday will be honored on Monday, January 20. There will be featured speakers like Elder Jamal Wright of Jesus is the Answer Church of God In Christ, Rev. Calvin Cummings of Providence Baptist Church, Rev. B.T. Gilligan of Nixon United Methodist Church, Rev. Raphael Koikoi, Greater Allegheny Valley Director of Ministry and Community Development and Rev. William…