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July 7, 2016

Senator Vogel to Host Veterans’ Specialist at District Offices

Senator Vogel announced today that he will host a veterans’ specialist in both his Rochester and New Castle District Offices to assist constituents with various issues related to their military service. Stephanie Bengoa of the American Legion Veterans Assistance Program will be available, beginning in July, on the third Wednesday of each month at Senator Vogel’s New Castle Office (1905 W. State St. New Castle, PA 16101) and, beginning in August, on the fourth Wednesday of each month at his Rochester District Office (488 Adams St. Rochester, PA 15074). She will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and…

July 6, 2016

The 80th Reino Family Reunion the Granddady of them All

On July 2-4, 200 descendants of Guiseppe and Archangela Torre Reina, to the fifth generation, celebrated the 80th Reino Family Reunion at the Emily Cortez Shelter on Bridge Street. Established in 1936, the Reino Family Reunion has continued non-stop through war, sickness and death of family members. The descendants recognized four family members from the 1936 first reunion, Mary Louise Valvano Tomeo, Lewis “Wally” Valvano, Louis “Butch” Sudano and Rosanna Sudano Sciote. Guiseppe and Archangela Torre Reina immigrated from Corletto Salerno, Italy, became American citizens, and resided at 216 Line Ave. in Ellwood City. Their children and their spouses are:…

July 5, 2016

Borough Of Ellwood City Borough Requests Electric Customers to Voluntarily Reduce Energy Consumption this Tuesday, July 5 through Wednesday, July 6

As temperatures are expected to reach well into the upper 80s in the next few days, Ellwood City Borough electric customers are being asked to conserve power. Borough Officials said nothing is wrong with the electric grid; they’re just trying to take every avenue to reduce costs for customers. Ellwood City Borough customers are requested to voluntarily lower electricity usage during the peak period from 2 to 6 p.m.  beginning on Tuesday, July 5 and continuing through Wednesday, July 6. “There’s plenty of power available and the grid is in good shape, but if we can conserve during these peak…

July 5, 2016

Gibbons Announces $296,188 in Grants for 10th Legislative District Improvements

HARRISBURG, July 1 – State Rep. Jaret Gibbons, D-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence, said the Commonwealth Financing Authority today approved $296,188 in grants to improve local parks and trails. Gibbons said the projects include: $32,000 greenways, trails and recreation grant for Wampum Borough Park; $52,000 for Wampum Station Park; and $212,188 for Slippery Rock Trail. “These projects are vital parts of the economic development of our local communities and we must continue our successful local efforts to create more livable and workable downtown business districts. We’ve managed to get a lot done in terms of downtown revitalization over the past several years and I…

July 5, 2016

Ellwood City Area Public Library Activities for Week of July 4th

The library will be closed on Monday, July 4, in observance of the holiday. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, July 5. Tuesday, July 5, at 10:00 a.m. — “Jump Start to Kindergarten,” a five-week program designed for children entering kindergarten in the fall. Featured are stories, activities, games and more centering on the theme of kindergarten readiness. Registration is required so call the library at 724-758-6458 for more information. Tuesday, July 5, at 6:30 p.m. — “Family Laptime,” an interactive program designed for babies as young as 6 months old through preschool age. Featured are stories, songs, finger plays…

July 1, 2016

Festival Vendor List

This year’s festival features over 30 new vendors, and the vendor spots have been sold out for the first time in several years. The following is a complete list of vendors. Company First Name Last Name Sells Address New? 1 2 3 Liberty Grange #1780 David Black fried rice, gen TSO, Sweet & Sour, Egg Rolls, Chicken on Stick x 4 The Bavarian Nut Company Dan Desrosiers Cinnamon Glazed nuts, spicy nuts, honey nuts, trail mix Buffalo, NY x 5 Alicia’s Kitchen Goodies ice cream, 6 International Grill Company Hasson Abbassy x 7 Courtyard Catering Gene Hamrock hot & sweet…

July 1, 2016

Mayor Presents Seventh Beautification Award

On Thursday, Mayor Anthony J. Court awarded to Pamela Bleakney of Orchard Avenue the seventh and final Beautification Award and Gift Certificate for the 2016 Season. Like all of the recipients of the 2016 Beautification Awards, her home is beautifully presented with all the summer flowers and foliage. All of the recipients should be proud of the hard work they have put into their properties to make our community beautiful. Mayor Court wants to thank everyone for participating, those who nominated and those who received. He especially would like to thank the Ellwood City Forge for their help with the…

June 30, 2016

Festival Band Previews: Nickel Plated Revolver and Brok’n Pic Band

The 2016 Ellwood Festival will emphasize the entertainment part of Arts, Crafts, Food and Entertainment at an unprecedented level. All of Friday is dedicated to showcasing Ellwood-based bands and Saturday and Sunday will see additional local entertainment. The previews will be updated throughout the week to highlight different bands. All information taken from interviews or social media. All photos used with permission of the band. Friday, July 1- Community Day 12:30 p.m. Wine & Spirit Perennial festival performers Wine & Spirit will open the musical acts on Friday. “I’ve lost count of how many times we’ve played at the festival,”…

June 30, 2016

Notice of Public Hearing FY 2016 CDBG Program

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FY 2016 CDBG PROGRAM COUNTY OF LAWRENCE, ON BEHALF OF ELLWOOD CITY BOROUGH, SHENANGO TOWNSHIP AND UNION TOWNSHIP The County of Lawrence will conduct public hearings for the FY 2016 Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) at the following times and locations:  Monday, July 11, 2016 at 5:00 P.M. at the Ellwood City Municipal Building; Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at 8:00 A.M. at the Lawrence County Government Center, 1st Floor, Commissioners Meeting Room; Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at 5:30 P.M. at the Shenango Township Municipal Building; Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 8:00 A.M. at the Union…

June 30, 2016

Mayor Presents Sixth Beautification Award

On Tuesday, Mayor Anthony J. Court awarded to Margaret and Bill Atkinson of Riverside Drive the sixth presentation of the 2016 Beautification Award and Gift Certificate. Their home is beautifully presented with a variety of colorful flowers and ground foliage, beautiful landscaping that they take great pride in and it shows in their home surroundings. The Atkinsons were honored to be selected and thanked the mayor for having such a program for the residents. Mayor Court believes that it is the residents who make Ellwood City what it is today. He is proud that the people of Ellwood City take…