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July 27, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for July 27 to August 4

Friday, July 27th: Christmas in July: Don’t you love to get great deals, shop early to avoid crowds & find the best new merchandise before anyone else? Come to Hutch & Home, Stray Cat Studio, This & That, and Vintage Reborn in Beaver Falls on Friday & Saturday July 27 & 28 for Christmas in July specials and savings! -Visit Hutch & Home for AMAZING savings. Save 75% off last year’s Christmas items! There will also be savings storewide as well. -Celebrate Tami’s Birthday on July 27th and save 27% off STOREWIDE at This & That Downtown! -Don’t miss out…

July 27, 2018

Council Votes 5-0 for New Interim Borough Manager

Ellwood City Council voted 5-0 on Thursday night to name a previous Borough Manager Joseph Cioffi, as the interim manager. Council members Rob Brough and Marilyn Mancini were absent from the special meeting. Cioffi, will be paid $30 per hour and will work a full-time shift from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each Monday to Friday, starting next week. Since stepping down as manager, Cioffi has remained involved locally, serving for a time as parks and recreation director and as the playgrounds director, among other positions. Judith Dici, council president has been filling in as interim manager since the board…

July 26, 2018

New Mural Underway on the Fifth Street Underpass

Ellwood City Council gave permission last week to let the nonprofit Kitchen Cabinet group commission a local artist to paint murals on the north and south side facades of the Fifth Street underpass. Woodrow Cowher of Ellwood City, who recently completed the mural at Sweet Caroline’s ice cream shop on Lawrence Ave, began work this week. Officials hope to have the project completed by the end of summer. The project, which is funded through the Hoyt Foundation and also supported by Ellwood Community Enrichment, is expected to take about three weeks to complete. Cowher is adapting local community images approved…

July 26, 2018

Bernstine, Vogel Urge Council to Act on Proposed Changes to Ellwood City Electric

ELLWOOD CITY – In a letter sent to members of Ellwood City Borough Council Wednesday, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-10) and Sen. Elder Vogel Jr. (R-47) urged immediate implementation of proposed changes to Ellwood City Electric to ensure protection and increased transparency for residents. “These changes are the result of months of discussions and meetings we’ve had with residents, current and former council members and business owners,” said the lawmakers. “We believe they are necessary to help the electric service continue to improve and develop.” The lawmakers outlined several proposed changes including setting rates comparable to other regional energy providers, providing…

July 24, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for July 24 to July 28

Tuesday, July 24th: A Night of HOPE on Lawrence Ave.: Come join the Club Hope Foundation on the 500 Block of Lawrence Ave for a night of fun from 6-8pm. Festivities include games, face painting, cupcake creation station, Hair for Hope Cut-A-Thon, music and more! Wednesday, July 25th: Movie Night for Adults: The Ellwood City Library is hosting an adult movie night beginning at 6pm. The movie is “Milton’s Secret.” LIVE MUSIC @ Sweet Caroline’s: Plan to stop by for a scoop of ice cream & some great jams by Nick Stelter of The Lancaster Boys from 7-9pm! Limited seating…

July 23, 2018

Bernstine to Host Paper Shredding Event on July 28

ELLWOOD CITY – Rep. Aaron Bernstine will host a free paper shredding event on Saturday, July 28, from 9-11 a.m. at Geneva College, Parking Lot E, located at 3200 College Ave., Beaver Falls. Free on-site document shredding will be provided by Iron City Workplace Services. “Identity theft is a growing crime in the United States that costs consumers and businesses billions of dollars each year,” Bernstine said.  “Shredding important documents is a simple step to protect yourself from identity theft.” Residents who plan on taking advantage of the service should note: No large binder clips or hardbound covers will be…

July 23, 2018

Ellwood City Library Activities for Week of July 23

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 10 a.m. — “Coloring for Adults,” (resumes on Wednesdays) a weekly program that is free and open to the public. It is designed to help reduce the stresses of everyday life. All adults are welcome. 1 p.m. — “Building Buddies,” a new program of fun and learning for toddlers and preschoolers. This interactive program allows kids to explore building and socialization skills. No registration is required. 3 p.m. — “Creative Writing Workshop,”…

July 20, 2018

OLD PHOTO FRIDAY: Good Views For This Parade

This week’s Old Photo Friday, courtesy of the Ellwood City Historical Society is another photo of a dated Ellwood City parade down Lawrence Avenue.  A small group of boys and girls found their way to the top of this building for a good view of the parade festivities. Where about is this current building on Lawrence Avenue? Does anyone have a guess on they year or decade? Where is your favorite spot to watch an Ellwood City parade? Perhaps this photo is an extension to the parade photo posted in April – CLICK HERE Please share and comment on our…