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November 11, 2016

Local Shop Prepares for Holiday Season

If you take a walk along Sixth Street you will eventually be greeted by an outstanding storefront garnished with a mixed array of floral and winter decorations as Posies by Patti prepares for the upcoming holiday seasons. After 25 years at one location, Posies by Patti has recently moved from their store located on Lawrence Avenue to 328 Sixth Street in order to better accommodate their steadily growing business. Patti Kuhn, the owner of the business, said she and her husband have been working almost every day and night in order to prepare for the new shop location to open….

November 11, 2016

Senator Vogel to Host Veterans’ Specialist at New Castle District Office

Senator Vogel announced today that he will host a veterans’ specialist in his New Castle District Office to assist constituents with various issues related to their military service. Stephanie Bengoa of the American Legion Veterans Assistance Program will be available on Wednesday, November 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Senator Vogel’s New Castle Office (1905 W. State St. New Castle, PA 16101). No appointment is necessary. Ms. Bengoa can assist veterans and their families understand the benefits they have earned, enroll in the V.A. health care system, assist with the appeals process, and much more. Please bring any…

November 11, 2016

Gibbons’ Offices to Close

ELLWOOD CITY, Nov. 10 –The offices of state Rep. Jaret Gibbons, D-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence, will be closing permanently on Friday, Nov. 11. Gibbons said that all documents and state Transportation Department paperwork currently being processed by his offices will be mailed directly to the individual’s home. Constituents who need assistance with a state-related matter should contact their local state senator: Beaver County – Sen. Elder Vogel, 724-774-0444 Butler County – Sen. Scott Hutchinson, 724-282-1234. Lawrence County – Sen. Elder Vogel, 724-654-1444.

November 11, 2016

Ellwood City Area Public Library Activities for Week of November 14, 2016

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Monday, November 14, at 6:30 p.m. – Classics Book Discussion Group for Adults. The group will discuss the book, “Ten North Frederick,” by John O’Hara. New members are always welcome, so call the library at 724-758-6458 for more information. Tuesday, November 15, at 10:00 a.m. — Family Laptime, an interactive program designed for babies as young as 6 months old and preschoolers up to 5 years old. The program, which runs through November 22, features stories, songs, finger plays and more. Registration is requested, so call the…

November 10, 2016

PHOTOS: Car Crashes Into School Steps

According to the police report, on November 5th at approximately 2:00a.m., an Ellwood officer was monitoring traffic on the corner of Lawrence Ave. and Fourth St. when a black Mercedes C230 sped east on Lawrence Ave. approaching the stop sign on Fourth failing to stop for the sign and then slamming on the brakes to turn sharply into B&B Express’s parking lot to avoid colliding into gas pumps. The driver then pulled out of B&B’s parking lot and continued traveling north on Fourth St. The officer pulled out behind the vehicle and observed it swerving all over the road almost…

November 10, 2016

Final Day for Voting on Halloween Contest Pictures

Today is the final day for voting on the 2016 EllwoodCity.org Halloween Contest! Be sure to share your posts and ask family and friends to participate in voting because the winners will be announced tomorrow. Visit the gallery here.  

November 10, 2016

Mayor Court Presents Local Couple with Commendation

Mayor Court presented to Mary and Tim Post, owners and operators of T & M Hardware, a commendation for their 25 years in the business of serving not only the Ellwood City community, but several communities from 6 stores throughout Pennsylvania and Ohio.  They have built their business by working hard, dedication to the areas they serve and their loyalty to their customers.  Mayor Court asks that when you see Mary and Tim that you congratulate them on their success.

November 10, 2016

Notification of Tax Office Hours

The tax office reminds the community that the last day to pay the face amount on school tax will be Nov. 15 and the office will be open that day from 9a.m. to 1p.m. The office will be closed on Nov. 16.

November 9, 2016

Election Day at a Glance

Yesterday was quite an intense day for politicians and voters alike; not only was the new president of the United States announced, so were those running for the U.S. Senate, 12th Congressional, and 10th State House. President: Many viewers were on the edge of their seats last night waiting for the result of the 45th presidential election, which was finally announced in the early morning hours. Unexpectedly, Trump prevailed by far over his Democratic opponent -winning 276 electoral votes to Clinton’s final count of 218. As with every election, there are some pretty mixed feelings about the new president. Supposedly,…

November 9, 2016

Life Line Screening

Life Line Screening, a leading provider of community-based preventative health screenings, is pleased to offer a preventative health event at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 615 Crescent Ave., on Friday, December 9, 2016. Five screenings are offered that scan for potential health problems related to:  blocked arteries which is a leading cause of stroke; abdominal aortic aneurysms which can lead to a ruptured aorta; hardening of the arteries in the legs which is a strong predictor of heart disease; atrial fibrillation or irregular heart beat which is closely tied to stroke risk; and a bone density screening, for men and women, used…