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April 11, 2019

Broadway Hits Ellwood City

Seth Stewart, a premier New York Dancer, Choreographer, will be presenting during a master class workshop on Friday, April 19, hosted by Diamond Dance Academy. He will be holding two sessions: 5:15p – 6:45 p.m. FUNKY JAZZ/HIP HOP JAM! (Ages 12 & Under) and a 7:00p – 8:30p.m. FUNKY JAZZ/HIP HOP JAM! (Ages 13 & Up). The price is $30 for your 1st class and a $25 fee for an additional class with a $5 observer fee. You do not need a Diamond Dance Academy registration and autographs will be signed. Seth is one of today’s most exciting and energetic…

April 11, 2019

Ellwood City Mayor Named Vice President Of Statewide Association

Ellwood City’s mayor Anthony Court was recently named Vice President of the Association of Mayors of the Boroughs of Pennsylvania (AMBP). Court, 61, who has served as mayor for 13 years said he is proud to have been chosen for the role. He was raised in Ellwood City with his three sisters Luisa, Angela, and Margherita. He takes his job as Mayor personally and plans to continue that in his state-wide position. “I am honored,” Court said. “Especially since it is voted on by my peers from across the state.” He will serve two years in the vice president role…

April 10, 2019

1954 Lincoln Class “PICNIC ON THE PATIO” Committee Meeting Minutes

Pudue LaCava hosted the 1954 Lincoln Class, “PICNIC ON THE PATIO” committee at her Mt. Vernon Drive home on Thursday, April 04, 1:00 PM. The session began with pizzas and Ilene’s homemade pies, Rosina’s rice pie and Pudue’s refreshments. A business session followed conducted by Ilene Gardner. Clemmy Sirimarco presented the financial report. Lacava reviewed the flyer that was posted on facebook and will be mailed to class members. The date of the party is Saturday, August 17, 2019, and will be held at the Connoquenessing Country Club. Details and reservation information are in the flyer. James Gillespie and James…

April 10, 2019

Ellwood City Medical Center Offering Kidney Classes

As part of its outreach efforts, Ellwood City Medical Center will be hosting “Kidney Smart Classes.” Victoria Gatto, the center’s marketing manager, said this is just one of the programs being offered to help the hospital connect with the community. “At Ellwood City Medical Center we want to provide health education to community members to be able to take charge of their health, whether it be preventative or disease management,” Gatto said. During the class, the following topics will be explored: What causes chronic kidney disease {CKD) and how can it be delayed? What is a kidney friendly diet and…

April 9, 2019

Ellwood City School Board Expresses Disappointment Over Fireworks; Discusses School Start Times, Fields

The Ellwood City Area School District Board addressed the public on Monday night regarding blame placed on them by the Festival Committee for the cancelation of the Festival’s traditional fireworks display. The school board expressed disappointment in the Festival Committee’s decision to cut the fireworks, and Board President Jennifer Tomon said the move is simply political. “Local politics at its worst … that’s how I’ve seen the nine hard working people at this table and the EC football boosters, who I might remind everyone, are all volunteers, characterized,” Tomon said. “I would argue local politics at its worst would be…

April 9, 2019

Holy Redeemer Cancels Annual Bazaar

Love those Holy Redeemer Pepperoni Puffs? Unfortunately, this year fans are going to have to rely on the Festival to get their fix. Holy Redeemer announced over the weekend that they are canceling their beloved bazaar this year. Citing a lack of attendance and financial success, Fr Mark Thomas announced in a letter that the decision was not made without consideration. “As you can imagine, planning for future events must begin very early to insure success,” Thomas said. “Over the last months, the parish staff, pastoral council, finance council and various committees have come together to prayerfully plan our future…

April 9, 2019

Little Miss Firecracker Pageant

    Applications for this year’s Little Miss Firecracker pageant are open! This pageant, however, has only twenty spots for contestants to fill and the festival will only accept the first twenty applications that are filled out in full. This pageant is open to any girl age 5-7 living within a 15-mile radius of Ellwood City. Contestants must have a business sponsorship of $25, all businesses that sponsor will be recognized. The contestants will be judged on their Patriotic Outfit and an On-Stage Presence/Interview. Applications and entry fee must be submitted by Friday, May 17, applications can be mailed to Ellwood…

April 8, 2019

Local Man Gains Support in Plan to Save Festival Fireworks

He’s a man on a mission to keep the traditional Festival Fireworks display shining bright. Eric Rayner, 25, Ellport, will have his chance to lead a community-wide effort to raise funds to keep the fireworks display. Humble about his plans, Rayner insists that he just stepped up because he saw a need. “This isn’t about me,” he said. “This isn’t a me thing. It’s a we (community) thing.” Rayner was just not ready to settle for a festival without its beloved fireworks. He found out during Monday night’s Ellwood City Area School District Committee Meeting that use of Helling Stadium…

April 8, 2019

Festival Committee Cancels Fireworks

The beloved Ellwood City Festival Fireworks have been canceled. The announcement came from Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Foods and Entertainment Festival Committee. “The Festival budget exceeds $60,000 each year, and as you probably know, prices don’t come down, they go up,” the committee said. “The total budget covers police protection, trash pick-up, porta-johns, cleaning service, use of the park, fireworks, entertainment, advertising, insurance, and more. With rising costs, the past decade has seen the committee cut expenses wherever possible to keep the Festival a reality for the community.” Although the festivals other features including vendors will still be part of…

April 8, 2019

Library Activities For The Week Of April 8

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 MONDAY, APRIL 8 6:30 p.m. – “Classic Book Group for Adults,” they will be discussing the book “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” by Ira Levin. TUESDAY, ARIL 9 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. – “Family Laptime,” designed for babies as young as 6 months of age, toddlers and preschoolers. This is an interactive, family event and features stories, songs, games, finger plays and more. Registration is requested. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 10:00 a.m….