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January 28, 2016

Aspen Institute Names CCBC One of the 150 Best Community Colleges in America

Washington, DC, Jan. 26, 2016 –Highlighting the critical importance of improving student success in America’s community colleges, the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program today named Community College of Beaver County as one of the nation’s top 150 community colleges eligible to compete for the 2017 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence and $1 million in prize funds, as well as Siemens Technical Scholars Program student scholarships. CCBC is the only Pennsylvania community college included on the list. The Prize, awarded every two years, is the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among America’s community colleges and recognizes institutions…

January 28, 2016

Local Projects Receive More Than $1 Million in State Grants

Four major projects to improve recreational facilities in Beaver and Butler counties will receive state grants totaling $1,090,000, according to Senator Elder Vogel (R-47). Brighton and Darlington townships in Beaver County and Lancaster Township and Zelienople Borough in Butler County will receive Community Conservation Partnerships Program (CCPP) grants from the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, according to Senator Vogel. CCPP provides financial and technical assistance to local governments, land trusts, river and trail organizations, and other non-profit organizations for the planning, acquisition and development of park, recreation, conservation, and greenway areas. CCPP is supported by Key 93 (Keystone…

January 28, 2016

Mayor and Holy Redeemer Honor School Choice Week

Mayor Anthony J. Court was honored to present to Sister Joanne Kokosinski on behalf of Holy Redeemer School’s students, staff, and school leaders a proclamation designating Jan. 31 through Feb. 5, 2016 as School Choice Week in Ellwood City. This will be Sister Joanne’s 19th year at Holy Redeemer to celebrate this National School Choice Week with the children and families of Ellwood City. School Choice Week helps communities to raise awareness of the many public and nonpublic schools that serve our students and families throughout the city. Mayor Court was honored to spend time at Holy Redeemer School with…

January 27, 2016

Ferrante Upholstering & Carpeting “Eve of Music”

Ferrante Upholstering & Carpeting will hold its first “Eve of Music” this season on Thursday, Jan. 28 from 7 to 8 p.m. featuring Smokey, Acoustic Guitar. The “Eve of Music” will continue the last Thursday of the month throughout May. This musical event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be offered. For information contact Kathy at 724-535-8866.

January 27, 2016

Drug Sweep Arrests Three in Ellwood City Area

The Lawrence County District Attorney Drug Task Force arrested nine people Monday and Tuesday in a countywide drug sweep, including three in the Ellwood City area. Heroine Dealing The Drug Task Force arrested two people for heroin dealing following an incident on Oct. 15. According to the criminal complaint filed on Jan. 22, Amanda Hasan, 25, of Ellwood City, and Timothy Wilkes, 27, of New Castle, were caught after attempting to sell heroin to an informant in a pre-planned operation. On Oct. 15 at approximately 10:40 p.m., the informant met with Wilkes on 13th Street and purchased .4 grams of…

January 27, 2016

Dawnlyn Valli Kicks Off Campaign for PA 10th District House Seat

North Sewickley Township – At the Valli Victory Kickoff Rally, Dawnlyn Valli together with friends, family and supporters announced her intention to run for PA State Representative in the 10th District, which includes parts of Beaver, Butler and Lawrence Counties. This district has been held by a Democrat for several decades and continued promises of local community revitalization, economic prosperity and a better life for its citizens have fallen short year in, year out. “As an educator for 23 years, I’ve been in the classroom working with students and fellow teachers,” Valli said. “I have a unique perspective, and it’s…

January 26, 2016

Refuse To Be A Victim Crime Prevention Seminar Set For March

New Castle, PA – The National Rifle Association’s award-winning crime prevention and personal safety seminar, Refuse To Be A Victim®, will be held March 5, 2016 at The Elks Lodge 69 New Castle. The program will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is open to men and women. Registration is $25. Developed in response to nationwide requests for crime prevention seminars, Refuse To Be A Victim teaches methods to avoid dangerous situations and prevent criminal confrontations. Seminar participants will be presented with a variety of common-sense crime prevention and personal safety strategies and devices that may be integrated…

January 25, 2016

State Representative Jaret Gibbons Announces the Start of His Re-Election Campaign for the 10th District

Ellwood City, Pa. – Representative Jaret Gibbons announced today that he will seek re-election to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in the 10th district, which covers portions of Beaver, Butler, and Lawrence Counties. “I look forward to continuing to serve the people of my hometown area and making sure the voices of the residents of the 10th district continue to be heard in Harrisburg,” Gibbons said. “We have seen real progress in the 10th district, but I recognize state government needs to focus more on growing the middle class by creating jobs and adequately funding our schools, and that is…

January 25, 2016

Demolition of Properties for CVS Pharmacy Begins

Demolition for the CVS Pharmacy began earlier this month as crews brought down a few of the buildings. The Pharmacy will be located at the intersection of Fifth Street and Fountain Avenue roughly across from the Rite Aid Pharmacy. The construction site consolidated 10 properties, including the old St. Agatha Roman Catholic Church. According to CVS sources, St. Agatha will possibly be deconstructed as opposed to demolished and the materials will be sold. CVS’s time table indicated a start date late in 2015. However, according to Ellwood City Borough Officials, CVS had not yet completed all the proper work paperwork…

January 25, 2016

Library Activities Week of Jan. 25, 2016

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 10 a.m. — A new “Coloring for Adults” program that is free and open to the public. “Coloring for Adults” is a new concept in helping to reduce the stresses of everyday life. Those attending may take their own supplies or use coloring pages supplied by the library. There will also be a limited number of colored pencils available for use. Registration for the program is not required, but it is preferred, so call the library now at 724-758-6458 for more information or…