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July 11, 2018

Bernstine Looks to Partner with Municipalities to Boost Regional Job Growth

ELLWOOD CITY – In a letter sent Monday to all 23 municipalities in the 10th Legislative District, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) invited local officials to work with him to develop business-friendly practices in a unified effort to boost regional job growth. “I believe it is the responsibility of our government to work together for our region and bolster our communities,” Bernstine said. “We need to make sure that we are giving businesses every reason to relocate or open in our municipalities.” Earlier this year, Bernstine worked with Slippery Rock Borough Mayor Jondavid Longo and council members to formulate a 25…

July 11, 2018

North Sewickley Presbyterian Church Trash and Treasure Sale

North Sewickley Presbyterian Church is having their trash and treasure sale July 20 and 21.  The sale will take place in the church. During the sale the Relay For Life book sale will also be happening in another room.  Here are the flyers and drop offs for items and books starts July 15th thru Thursday, July 19th, please bring items for sale to Fellowship Hall, unpack and place on tables were labeled.  Books will be down the hall to the left and place in Preschool room in labeled areas.  

July 10, 2018

Seventh and Final Beautification Award Presented to Valerie Custozzo

Another 2018 Beautification Award Winner has been presented by Mayor Court yesterday to Valerie Custozzo of Jefferson Avenue. Valerie was given a yard sign and a gift certificate to a local restaurant to show appreciation for the beautiful landscaping of her property. Unfortunately this is the final award to be presented this year to area residents that take pride and work hard to make their homes and Ellwood City attractive for all to see. Thank you all for participating in this 8th year of “Beautification Awards”. Mayor Anthony J. Court

July 10, 2018

A Concert Of Hope

The Club Hope Foundation is Hosting “A Concert of Hope” to benefit the Club Hope Foundation for all the work they do and to help those who have fought or are fighting cancer. The Event will take place at Lincoln High School on August 3, at 7:30 p.m. Performing will be Bailey Taylor with special guests Rick Witkowski, Hermie Granati, Greg McIltrot, Rick Clew, Dan Taylor and Jordan and Sidney Taylor. Also making a special guest appearance is Club Hope’s own founder and sponsor Cara Atkinson and her sister Francesca Nardone. Club Hope Foundation’s Mission is to provide encouragement, services,…

July 9, 2018

VIDEO: Brake Failure Causes Crash, Killing One Teen

According to published reports and a video, a one vehicle crash late Saturday night resulted in the fatality of a Union teenager after brake failure left his car helplessly careening down Bridge Street. The accident happened around 9:45 p.m. on Wampum Avenue at Bridge Street. According to reports, police said the driver had been trying to use his hand brake to stop the vehicle, but that also failed. His vehicle went over the embankment, striking at least two trees and rolling over, although it did not end up in the Connoquenessing Creek below. The emergency brake apparently gave out coming…

July 6, 2018

Ellwood City Fire Department Gets a Makeover

The Ellwood City Fire Department has gotten a makeover, and the old stucco siding that lined the building of the department has now been replaced by a powder blue siding. The fire department is a combination fire department, which means they have both paid and volunteer firefighters. They are one of 2 in the County that have paid staff. New Castle City has a full time fire department and does not have volunteers. The ECFD members are highly trained in all aspects of the fire service. “The building construction is complete, the only thing left to do is the graphics…

July 6, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for July 6 to July 14

Friday, July 6th: Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix at Pittsburgh International Race Complex: This weekend provides plenty of excitement for the entire family. Visit the cars and drivers in the expansive paddock and watch the vintage races and exhilarating racing. If you feel the personal need for speed, that can be done too. For a donation to the charity, you can experience a lap on the track in a racecar with a driver or rent a go-kart and reach speeds up to 45 mph on the .82 mile karting track. Look for this event to grow in popularity and numbers in…

July 6, 2018

Park Avenue Resident Wins 6th Beautification Award

It was with great pleasure that Mayor Anthony J. Court presented the #6 Beautification Award Winners with a 2018 Award Winner Yard Sign and a gift certificate to a local restaurant. The recipients are Zeta Pesano and Corinne Rutter Borselli of Park Avenue. Their landscaping shows how much time and effort they put into making their property beautiful and eye catching to anyone who passes by. There is only 1 more Ellwood City resident to receive this award for the 2018 Season. Good Luck and remember many residents take great pride in their properties and anyone can nominate a friend…

July 5, 2018

Club Hope Foundation Night at McDowell’s Inn

The Club Hope Foundation is holding an event at McDowell’s Inn on Saturday starting at 6 p.m. and running till 11 p.m. The Foundation will be guest bar tending and all tips will benefit Club Hope Foundation, which helps bring hope to patients and families in the area who are affected by a cancer diagnosis. The guest Bartender lineup is as follows: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Darlene Esoldo and Kathy Nardone 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mia Damato and Vanessa Venezie 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mandy Conklin and Lisa Montozzi 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Carrie Campbell and…

July 3, 2018

Master Gardeners Host 3nd Annual Garden Tour

The Penn State Master Gardeners of Lawrence County are hosting their Third Annual Garden Tour on Sunday, July 22rd from Noon to 5:00 p.m. The tour highlights four area gardens, which can be toured at your own pace. Master Gardeners will be available at each location to answer questions. The tour will consist of four gardens within Lawrence County. The Altman Garden is located in New Wilmington includes 3 acres of hostas, daylilies, lilium, and daffodils. Pam Docherty’s gardens will be also on the tour located in New Castle. Pam has 2 gardens that consist of perennials and adding annuals…