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December 6, 2018

Ellwood City Medical Center Pays Off Debts To Borough

As of Tuesday, December 4, the debts to the Borough of Ellwood City have been cleared for the struggling Ellwood City Medical Center. Joe Cioffi, Ellwood City’s interim borough manager, confirmed that two checks had arrived on Tuesday on behalf of the Florida-based company Americore Health LLC, the owner of the medical center,  that had paid off the hospital’s existing debt with the borough. According to Cioffi, Fidelity National Title Insurance Co. of Chicago wrote the checks. The company had closed on a refinancing deal with Americore last week. These checks covered the $190,000 in past due fees from the borough-run…

December 5, 2018

Bernstine Invites Residents to Open House

HARRISBURG – Prior to the start of the new legislative session in January, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) is inviting residents of the 10th District to share their state-related concerns at a Open House on Thursday, Dec. 20, from 5-7 p.m., at his district office, located at 438 Line Ave., Ellwood City. “My staff and I are committed to being accessible to the people we serve. Please consider stopping by before Christmas and talking with us about any state-related issue of interest,” Bernstine said. “This is also a great opportunity to learn how my office can help you.” The event is…

December 5, 2018

Lincoln High School’s 75th Annual Christmas Gift Concert

The Lincoln High Schools Choral Music Department is extremely proud to be presenting it’s 75th Annual Christmas Gift Concert on Sunday, December 16, at 3:00 p.m at Lincoln High School. The music department is dedicated to maintaining the wonderful tradition of excellence in choral music making began by the late Paul Gehm 75 years ago, which was continued by Sandy Lumley Garlick and the late Cindy Pertile. More than 250 students will be performing in this concert of holiday favorites including a combined choir finale – ‘Tis The Season. The concert is conducted by Felecia Greco and Laura Adams.  …

December 4, 2018

Route 351 Koppel Bridge Traffic Stoppages begin Monday

Pittsburgh, PA – PennDOT District 11 is announcing traffic stoppages on the Koppel Bridge (Route 351) in Koppel Borough and North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, will begin Monday, December 3 weather permitting. Traffic stoppages of 15 minutes or less will occur weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Koppel Bridge through Tuesday, January 15. Crews from Brayman Construction will conduct steel erection for the new bridge from the existing structure. Motorists should expect delays. Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles, including color-coded winter conditions on 2,900 miles, by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free…

December 3, 2018

PHOTOS: Ellwood City ‘Light Up Night’ & Christmas Parade

Ellwood City held their annual holiday events this past weekend – Friday night’s Light Up Night and Saturday afternoon’s Christmas Parade invited families and friends downtown Ellwood City for holiday festivities. A cool and clear night helped set the stage for Light Up Night with the lighting of the large tree in the community plaza, but as with the annual parade, what feels like annual rain was in the forecast. The parade marched down main street to the enjoyment of those who braved the cold and rain. The weekend also is the kick off of the Chamber of Commerce ‘Christmas…

December 3, 2018

Library Activities For The Week Of December 3

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: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4 6:30 p.m. – “Laptime Holiday Party,” This event is designed for babies as young as 6 months old as well as preschoolers. Holiday stories, songs, and finger plays will be featured. Call the library to register or for more information. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 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….

November 30, 2018

46th Annual Wampum Area Christmas Parade

Wampum, PA – On Thursday evening, November 29th, hundreds of local folks enjoyed a full fireworks display preceded by Wampum’s “Light Up the Town” where homemade luminaries lined main Street and Wampum’s old-fashioned decorations were lighted for the season. Refreshments were served along with pockets of entertainment including cloggers, wood carving demonstrations and Carolers were found throughout Main Street. And horse-drawn carriage rides were available all evening. Saturday, December 1st, horses return to Main Street as part of Wampum Area’s Christmas Parade.  This hour-long tradition kicks off at 1 pm with candy-filled pinatas for the spectators and the fire whistle…

November 30, 2018

POLICE: Assault, Harassment, Hit & Run DUI

Boyfriend Leaves Girlfriend With Swollen Eye On Monday, November 26, Pennsylvania State Police were called to a home on Mill Bridge Road in Slippery Rock Township at 8:18 p.m. on reports of a boyfriend beating his girlfriend. The victim called police with the report that she and her boyfriend, Dwayne Okeson, 39, had been in an argument when things got physical. She said that Okeson had choked her, punched her, and grabbed her by the back of the head. She said that these actions had happened in the home’s sunroom. The argument continued up to the second-floor bedroom where Okeson began…

November 30, 2018

Portersville Christian School’s Elementary Holiday Program: The Present is the Future

Portersville, PA – Portersville Christian School’s Elementary 2018 holiday program THE PRESENT IS THE FUTURE will be staged Saturday, December 8, at 7 PM, at the school, 343 East Portersville Road/Rt. 488 East, Portersville PA 16051. THE PRESENT IS THE FUTURE: A KIDS’ CHRISTMAS MUSICAL ABOUT THE GIFT OF HOPE, created by Katie Combs, features Portersville Christian School’s upper elementary students and will be enjoyed by both children and adults. Musical Director is Debbe Picerno. Acting Director is Laurie Hallberg. The choreography is by Mackenzie Milnes. Performance time is 45 minutes. Tickets will be available at the door and are $…

November 30, 2018

Bernstine Announces Grant for Butler County Area Vocational-Technical School

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) today announced a $6,500 grant has been awarded to Butler County Area Vocational Technical School (AVTS) for the purchase of new equipment aligned to training students in high-demand occupations. Awarded by the Department of Education, the grants will be used for the purchase of an engine lathe and tooling set. The new equipment will be used to support the machine technology program. The funding must be matched dollar-for-dollar at the local level. “The future of our local, state and national economies depend on having highly qualified, job-ready workers,” Bernstine said. “This grant will help…