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August 1, 2018

Bernstine to Provide Monthly Legislative Updates on WKST’s Morning Show with Ken Hlebovy

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) announced today he will be providing monthly legislative updates on the News Radio WKST 1200’s Morning Show with Ken Hlebovy, beginning Thursday, Aug. 2. Bernstine will be a guest on the show from 8-9 a.m. on the first Thursday of every month to talk about state and local issues and current legislation being considered in Harrisburg. “I look forward to highlighting some of the issues we’re working on and how they impact western Pennsylvanians, as well as answering questions from callers,” Bernstine said. “A big thank you to Ken Hlebovy for this great opportunity…

August 1, 2018

Dining with Diabetes: A Program for Adults with Diabetes and Their Families

Tuesdays, September 4, 11, 18 & 25 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Informational Session: Tuesday, August 28 at 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. New Castle YMCA 20 W. Washington St. New Castle, PA 16101 Coming to New Castle by popular demand—Dining with Diabetes! Don’t miss out on this high impact program! Dining with Diabetes is a program for adults with diabetes and pre-diabetes and their families that will increase knowledge of healthy food choices for people with diabetes and present healthy versions of familiar foods. A culinary instructor will conduct food demonstrations at each class of proper cooking techniques for…

July 31, 2018

2018 Holy Redeemer Bazaar

The Holy Redeemer Bazaar is returning for its 52nd annual event starting tomorrow Aug. 1 and concluding on Aug. 4 at the corner of Lawrence Avenue and Third Street. Townspeople can’t wait for this annual event. The food, the fun and the fireworks make the Bazaar a favorite. The weekend-long Bazaar is hosted on the grounds of The Holy Redeemer Parish every summer. Featuring more than 50 vendor booths, carnival rides, entertainment and drawings for prizes. People can expect bazaar staples like pepperoni puffs, entertainment and the $100 raffle. It’s the second year for the $100 raffle, and tickets are…

July 31, 2018

13th Annual Chef, Wine & Ale Event

Fine Wines & Delectable Foods The Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 13th Annual Chef, Wine & Ale event at Shakespeare’s Restaurant in Ellwood City on Monday, September 10, 2018 from 6 pm to 9 pm. Partake in fine wines, craft ales, and delectable foods from a variety of local eateries. There will be a silent auction and Chinese Auction. Tickets for this upscale event are $50 per person in advance or $65 at the door. To purchase, contact the Ellwood City Area Chamber at 724-758-5501 or email info@ellwoodchamber.org. The Ellwood City Area Chamber appreciates the…

July 30, 2018

Penn State Master Gardeners of Lawrence County Host Master Gardener Basic Training Class

The Penn State Master Gardeners of Lawrence County will be hosting a Basic Training Class beginning Fall 2018. There will be Open House Informational Meetings to discuss that Training Class along with addressing any questions candidates may have. The first informational meeting will be held Thursday, August 2, 2018 from 11:00 am-1:00 pm at the Lawrence County Courthouse on the 2nd Floor (Old Library) located at 430 Court St New Castle, Pa 16101. The second informational meeting will be held Thursday, August 23, 2018 from 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm located at the New Castle Public Library 207 E North St…

July 30, 2018

Ellwood City Library Activities for Week of July 30

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, AUGUST 1 10:00 a.m. – “Coloring for Adults,” 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. 1:00 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. 6:30 p.m. – “Wednesday Evening Book Discussion Group…

July 27, 2018

Lincoln High Class of 1954 Held Reunions in Review

Members and guests of the Lincoln High Class of 1954 held their 2018 “81 and Still Having Fun” annual party on Saturday July 14, at the Ellwood City Saxon Club. Festivities began at 3 p.m. as arrivals were greeted at the entrance by the welcome sign “Reunions in Review.” Recalling Christmas in July, dressed in her original elf outfit, Ilene Gardner photographed each person fronting a large mural of the Lincoln High School Building as they were registered by Arlene “Pinky” Maielli and Ellie Paul. Pudue LaCava, Patty Tino and Rosina Massaro presented tickets for awards and directed seating to…

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…