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April 12, 2016

Relay for Life Upcoming Events

Looking For A Few Good Persons As the Ellwood City Relay For Life starts its 2016 year, we are in search of individuals that are outstanding in working with the community to lead our committee to greater rewards than in years past. Even if you have just a few moments in your busy schedule, we could use your guidance and knowledge. Openings are in the areas of Chairperson, Sponsorship, Team recruitment, Chinese Auction, Logistics and Survivors. You are invited to join us at our committee meetings to learn more about these openings and other places your service can be helpful…

April 11, 2016

Ellwood City Area Public Library Activities for Week of 4-11-2016

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Monday, April 11, at 6:30 p.m. – Classics Book Discussion Group for Adults. The group will discuss the book, “Anatomy of a Murder,” by Robert Traver. New members are always welcome, so call the library at 724-758-6458 for more information. Tuesday, April 12, at 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. — “Family Laptime,” an interactive story time for babies as young as 6 months old as well as for toddlers and preschoolers. Featured are stories, songs, finger plays and more. This spring session runs through April 19. Call…

April 8, 2016

Gibbons Appointed Chairman of House Committee

HARRISBURG, April 7 – State Rep. Jaret Gibbons, D-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence, will assume a new leadership role as the Democratic chairman of the House Tourism and Recreational Development Committee. Democratic Leader Frank Dermody tapped Gibbons for the post because of his legislative acumen and strong interest in the job-creating possibilities of Pennsylvania’s widespread tourism and recreational facilities. “Jaret Gibbons is a strong, independent voice in the state House for his constituents,” Dermody said. “Being a committee chairman will give him added responsibility for shaping statewide policies.” Gibbons enthusiastically accepted the new role and said he looks forward to working with members of…

April 8, 2016

Zelienople Church presents “Songs For A New World”

“Songs for a New World” is, according to composer Jason Robert Brown, “about one moment. It’s about hitting the wall and having to make a choice, or take a stand, or turn around and go back.” With a rousing score that blends elements of pop, gospel, and jazz and featuring tight harmonies and darling vocals, Songs for a New World transports its audience from the deck of a Spanish sailing ship bound for a new land, to the ledge of a New York penthouse. Characters range from a young man in the Bronx who dreams of becoming a famous basketball…

April 7, 2016

Hitched and Unhitched: February and March

Western Pennsylvania experienced a mild winter and early start to spring this year and perhaps some scheduled weddings wee moved outdoors. The February and March update of Hitched and Unhitched has 10 marriages and five divorces. Check it out: Hitched and Unhitched

April 7, 2016

Class of 1954 March Meeting

Pudue La Cava hosted the 1954 Lincoln Class “Life is a Beach” Committee at her Mt. Vernon Drive home at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 17. The session began with a luncheon observing St. Patrick’s Day, provided by La Cava, Pinky Maielli, Ann Amadio, Ilene Gardner, James Spielvogel, Jan Keenan, James Gillespie and Clemmy Sirimarco. Gardner provided her cake in honor of LaCava’s birthday, and they served the group. Co-Chairman Spielvogel conducted the business session that followed. Gillespie reported on the fundraising activity and tickets were distributed for March. Sirimarco gave a financial report updating to current as no meeting…

April 7, 2016

Veterans Specialists to Visit Gibbons’ Office Next Week

State Rep. Jaret Gibbons today announced he will host two veterans specialists in his Ellwood City office next week. “I am happy to provide this service so veterans they can understand their rights and benefits,” Gibbons, D-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence, said. Stephanie Bengoa and Ryan Paglia will participate in the event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 13 to lend help to veterans and their families. Bengoa of the American Legion Veterans Assistance Program will be in Gibbons’ office to assist veterans with understanding what benefits they have earned, filing appeals to existing claims, enrolling in the Veterans Administration health care…

April 6, 2016

Police: Simple Assault During Easter Dinner

Simple Assault on Easter According to the criminal complaint, on March 27, police responded to a domestic dispute on Possum Hollow Road in New Beaver Borough. The accused, Candace Lane Freed, 56, got into an argument with the victim, her boyfriend. The argument escalated until it erupted into physical violence. Freed struck the victim several times around his head and neck. This fight would end up causing part of their Easter Dinner to fall on the ground. Freed was charged with simple assault and harassment. Intoxicated Man Waits for Cheeseburger that Was Never Ordered According to the criminal complaint, investigating…

April 6, 2016

Come join us for Breakfast at the Ellwood Masonic Lodge

Come join us for breakfast at Ellwood Lodge #599 on 512 Crescent Avenue, Ellwood City. Join us for breakfast on April 9 and May 14 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The breakfasts will be held at the Ellwood Lodge Building on the 1st Floor. The cost is $7 for adults and $3.50 for children (up age 10) for all you can eat scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage, bacon, pancakes, toast, orange juice and coffee. Proceeds from the breakfasts benefit the Masonic Hall Association and other community projects.

April 6, 2016

Portersville Christian School Open House/Information Night on April 26

An Open House/Information Night for prospective students and their families will be held at Portersville Christian School, 343 E. Portersville Road, Portersville, Pa., on Tuesday, April 26, 2016, at 7 p.m. Families interested in learning about enrollment for the 2016-17 school year are invited to attend. Portersville Christian School (PCS) provides a distinctively Christian education to students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. PCS is the only fully-accredited Christian school in the Butler-Lawrence-Mercer county area that offers comprehensive education through the high school level as well as Fine Arts and Athletics programs. The school’s strong academic background is evidenced by high…