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September 16, 2016

Calvin Church Hosting Free Concert

Calvin Presbyterian Church welcomes the Allegheny Drifters on Sunday, September 25 at 6:30 p.m. for a free concert open to the community. From the western foothills of the Alleghenies, Pennsylvania’s Allegheny Drifters have presented their exciting style of bluegrass for over a decade. Their engaging, fast-paced show appeals to all ages with fine bluegrass classics, strong soulful vocals and blazing instrumentals. They’ve earned a national reputation for superb song selection and good old-fashioned energy and drive. Visit www.alleghenydrifters.com for more information about the group.

September 16, 2016

Mayor’s September Advisory Meeting Brief

At the Mayor’s September 2016 Advisory meeting, several topics were discussed between the board members. There have been numerous complaints about quads speeding on Wampum Avenue and Woodside Avenue. There are still some concerns involving scams going around that target our elderly, specifically the IRS scam and the Publishers Clearing House scam. If you have elderly family and/or friends in the area, talk to them about these scams so that they do not become the next victims. Also discussed have been that large trucks and the parking of these large trucks that make it difficult for motorists to see when…

September 16, 2016

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

Senator Vogel announced yesterday 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, September 21 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…

September 16, 2016

CCBC: New Endowed Scholarship

Monaca, PA –NOVA Chemicals is establishing a new endowed scholarship through the CCBC Foundation that will expand access for all students enrolled in the College’s Process Technology program. The named gift will go a long way in helping the College recruit and train a skilled workforce for Beaver County while providing greater access and opportunity for those students in the community who need it most. NOVA Chemicals will contribute $60,000 to create the scholarship fund over the next five years. “We value our continued partnership with NOVA Chemicals and this new opportunity they are providing for underserved populations in our…

September 15, 2016

Man Steals An Estimated 2,000 Kilowatt Hours of Electric

On September 6, officers and the electric company were investigating a residential meter in Ellwood that had been tapped into. Bob Villella gave the following information about the electric companies investigation, “the Ellwood City Borough Electric crew was reviewing the TIP Report which is generated from the Borough Utility Software. The TIP report identifies that a meter was pulled and is inactive and if there is activity then it identifies new usage compared to the period when it was pulled. This process requires crew members going to each listed address on the report to check meter status. Our crew checked…

September 15, 2016

The CVS that Caused the Destruction of One of Ellwood’s Oldest Buildings Is Scheduled to Open This Weekend

As many of you can most likely recall, EllwoodCity.org’s previous journalist, Jonathon Cortez, posted months earlier bringing almost constant updates about St. Agatha’s destruction in order to build a new CVS Pharmacy; he even wrote a lengthy opinion piece about his thoughts of it. He stated that he believed the destruction of St. Agatha was a mistake, mainly because it was one of the oldest buildings in Ellwood and it should be protected as such. He emphasized that there are other similar pharmacies in the area and a Rite Aid across the street from the proposed CVS, so it seemed…

September 15, 2016

Hard to Recycle Item Event

On Saturday, September 24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lawrence County Fairgrounds you can take appliances, batteries, fluorescent lights, shoes, and tires to be recycled. Household hazardous waste and electronics can also be recycled but registration for these items is required. To register call ECS&R at 866-815-0016. View official flyer below for additional information.  

September 15, 2016

Carnegie Free Library Events

Autumn is upon us and it’s time to Fall into the Library for reading fun and games Beaver Falls, PA September is here and that means Library Card Sign UP month. Stop in to get your library card and learn what resources and materials are available to you.  Your library more than just books, its 24 hour access to the information you need for daily living. Parents with toddlers know that reading books is not only fun but helps prepare them for success in school.  Children discover the world of shapes, colors, concepts through play and reading.  Our Children’s Librarian,…

September 14, 2016

Breaking News: Accident on 6th Street

Updated: 9/15/16 Officers, firefighters, and paramedics crowded the intersection of 6th and Crescent after receiving reports of a car accident. At approx 1:20 p.m. there was an accident involving a GMC truck and a Chevrolet car. According to the accident report, the driver of the Chevrolet didn’t see the other vehicle driving south on 6th before pulling out at the stop sign at the intersection of Crescent and 6th, striking the GMC and causing it to do a 180 degree spin. There was considerable front end damage to the Chevy and the GMC had some visible damage on the side….