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PHOTO: Firefighter Honored After Passing

Richard “Dick” Streckeisen, 73, of Ellwood City, was honored after his passing Sunday morning. Dick was a faithful and devoted firefighter who was suffering from ALS. “Dick did more for others than he would ever think of doing for himself. He was our 2016 Firefighter of the year and will be greatly missed by the entire community,” a fellow fire fighter stated.


Bernstine Votes to Support Budget Plan That Reins In State Spending

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) issued a statement following his vote today in support of a responsible budget plan: “Today, I voted to help pass a state budget plan that reduces spending from last year’s budget, while requiring no new taxes and no new borrowing. “I consistently hear from my constituents that government spends too much money and places too heavy of a burden on taxpayers. I absolutely agree that we must do all we can to get government spending under control. “This plan, while certainly with imperfections, shows promise in helping to lower costs. Even with the reduced…


CCBC’s High Achieving Students Recognized, Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

MONACA, PA – The Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) is proud to announce that its Beta Alpha Upsilon Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society has achieved national recognition as a 2017 REACH (Recognizing Excellence in Acceptance and Completion with Honors) Chapter. “This is a significant honor not only for the college, but for our students,” said CCBC Office Technology Professor and Phi Theta Kappa Faculty Advisor Mary Jo Slater. “CCBC’s Phi Theta Kappa members not only achieve academic success inside the classroom, but also demonstrate exceptional levels of leadership, fellowship and civic engagement on campus and in…


Tickets for the Tamburitzans Still Available

One of the most extravagant shows, the Tamburitzans – starring a Lincoln High graduate, is coming to Ellwood City this Sunday and tickets are still available! The concert is at Lincoln Junior Senior High School at 3p.m. Discounted reserved seat tickets at $25 may be obtained on talentshadows.events website or by calling the box office at 412-974-6465 for ticket will-call arrangements. Tickets at the door are $30. Mayor Court announced April 9 as Tamburitzans Day in Ellwood, full story here.


PHOTO: Mayor Court Swears in Second Part Time Officer

It was a great honor for Mayor Court to swear in the second part time Ellwood City Patrolman, Gary Greene, Jr. On Monday, April 3, 2017, Patrolman Greene began his first day as an Ellwood City Police Officer. Mayor Court and the ECPD wish him great success going forward in his new career.  


Bernstine Sets Four Town Hall Meetings

ELLWOOD CITY – In order to hear what’s on the minds of his constituents, state Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-New Beaver) has scheduled a series of town hall meetings around the 10th Legislative District. The meeting locations and dates are: Slippery Rock Township (Butler County) Town Hall – Monday, April 10, at 6 p.m. at the Slippery Rock Township Municipal Building, located at 155 Branchton Road, Slippery Rock. Franklin Township (Beaver County) Town Hall – Tuesday, April 11, at 6 p.m. at the Franklin Township Office, located at 897 State Route 288, Fombell. Beaver Falls (Beaver County) Town Hall – Wednesday,…


Rotary Club of Ellwood City Awarded $1000 District Simplified Grant

The Rotary Club of Ellwood City received a grant to support the reading clubs at the Ellwood City Area Public Library. The Rotary District Simplified Grant is a matching funds grant that is designed to help local Rotary Clubs use a portion of their foundation contributions. Ellwood City Rotary has been awarded grants for area projects as well as international projects. This year, the club once again focuses on local support in recognition of the Ellwood City Area Public Library’s efforts to engage teens in book discussion. Participation in book discussions groups allows readers to express their thoughts and views…


Ellwood City Easter Egg Hunt

Ellwood Area Egg hunt Committee will be holding their 22nd community Easter Egg hunt this coming Saturday April 8th.Rain or shine.In Ewing Park for children ages 9 & under starting at 11:00 a.m. The 4 and under hunts will start at 11 and run through the days events. They will take place in the new toddlers playground. Only 4 and under can get their treats in this area. The 5 -9 year old hunts Start at 1:30 and run in the following order. 1st hunt 5-6 girls 2nd hunt 5-6 boys 3rd hunt 7-8-9 girls 4th hunt 7-8-9 hunts Treats…


Mayor Court Swears in Newest Officer

It was a great honor for Mayor court to swear in one of the newest Ellwood City Patrolman, Matthew Morabito. On the 15 of March, Patrolman Morabito began his first day as and Ellwood City Police Officer. Mayor court and the ECPD wish him great success going forward in his new career.   Mayor Court Announces April 9 as Tamburitzan Day in Ellwood City On March 20, 2017, a new dimension was added to the Rotary Scholarship Fund benefit concert by the Tamburitzans of Pittsburgh, PA when Mayor Anthony Court deliver the news that concert day April 9 has been…


Social Media Marketing Event

The Ellwood City Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their Social Media Marketing event tomorrow, Tuesday April 4, at Dayspring Gifts. Rebecca Dambach will be guest speaking at the event. Official flyer below.