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Franklin Township

December 7, 2023

Sharing Library Now Available In Franklin Township

The Lauten family has generously donated a Sharing Library. The Library is located outside the front of the Franklin Township building on Route 288. “This library is for the community,” reads a statement from the township. “If you see a book you would like to read, feel free to take it with you. Return it to this Sharing Library when you are finished.” Keep this Sharing Library operating by leaving books in here for others. The library is similar to the Little Free Library hosted in Ellwood City in its community plaza where you can just open the door and…

November 30, 2023

Riverside Christmas Angel Drive Continues Thru December 8th

Tis the season to help those in our community that need it. The Riverside Christmas Angel Drive, hosted by Franklin Township, continues through Friday, December 8th. All donations stay within the Riverside School District. The drive is currently accepting donations such as: Personal Care and Hygiene Products Games Make-up Socks Blankets Toys Gift cards Drop off at one of two locations: Franklin Township 897 Route 288, Fombell, PA 16123 Monday -Friday 8:30 A.M. – 3:30P.M. Frisco Fire Station 808 Old Zelienople Road, Ellwood City, PA 16117 Monday’s 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. Questions can be emailed to franklintwpchristmasangel@gmail.com

November 27, 2023

Franklin Township Looking To Hire Police Chief

Franklin Township is currently accepting applications to fill the position of a full-time Police Chief. According to the township, it is recommended that applicants have 10 years or more of continuous experience in law enforcement and 5 years or more of continuous experience as a Second Line Supervisor, and an associate degree or better in Police Science or related field of experiences which demonstrate police management. Candidates must possess a PA Act 120 Certification, valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operators License, and be certified by the Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission. Candidates will be subject to an interview process…

November 9, 2023

NOTICE: Franklin Township To Hold Special Meeting Tonight

According to information made available by the township, the Franklin Township Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. at the Franklin Volunteer Fire Department. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss options for police protection. The Franklin VFD is located at 808 Old Zelienople Road, Ellwood City, PA 16117. Franklin Township is a township in Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 3,885 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. The township can be contacted via phone, 724-758-9702 or email, twpsecretary@franklintwpbeavercopa.gov.  For more updates,…

August 2, 2023

PHOTOS: 10th Annual Franklin Township National Night Out

Franklin Township hosted its 10th Annual National Night Out event Tuesday amid cooler summer temperatures at the Franklin Plaza in Ellwood City. The event was sponsored by Plassmeyer Towing. The free event, open to the public, featured activities for children, fire safety, CPR training, prize giveaways, and food vendors. To learn more about National Night Out (NNO), please visit the township website at www.franklintownshipbeavercounty.com/nno/ or the NNO website: natw.org. Franklin Township is also hosting a FREE electronic recycling event Wednedsay, August 2nd at Riverside High School.

July 18, 2023

Franklin Township To Host 10th Annual National Night Out Event

Come on out and mingle with fellow community members! Franklin Township will be holding their 10th Annual National Night Out Event on Tuesday, August 1st, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Franklin Plaza in Ellwood City. There will be free activities for children, fire safety, CPR training, prize giveaways, and food vendors. The annual event will host approximately 40 vendors for the event.  The event is sponsored by Plassmeyer Towing. According to the township, there will be firetrucks, police cars, ambulance service, face painters, a balloon twister, an obstacle course and giant slide, CPR instruction, free blood pressure…

May 1, 2023

Frankin Township Clean Up Day Is Saturday

Clean up your yard, clean up your home, and clean up your garage! Franklin Township residents are invited to participate in a township clean-up day planned for this Saturday, May 6, 2023. The event will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until 2:00 p.m. for township residents. Residents can drop off trash at the Franklin Township Building located on Route 288 in Fombell. This cleanup event is for township residents only, with two (2) passes allowed per household. A pass is good for one (1) load. Passes purchased in advance for $10 Car, $15 Truck or Trailer, $20 Dump Truck….

March 29, 2023

Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Collection Date Announced

Franklin Township has announced its Electronic & Hazardous Waste Collection Event Date. Safely dispose of common household chemicals and take advantage of the collection event that is scheduled for Wednesday, May 10, 2023 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. The event is open to the ENTIRE PUBLIC, not just Franklin Township residents.  The collection will take place at the Franklin Township Building, 897 Route 288, Fombell, PA 16123 ACCEPTED CHEMICALS: paint/workshop, products, automotive products, cleaning products, lawn & garden products, pesticides, every type of battery, every type of light bulb/tube, flammables, & pool chemicals, mostly any other chemical you find…

March 16, 2023

3rd Annual Clean Up Day On River Road Date Announced

Meet your neighbors under the Railroad Trestle and help make your community a better place. The 3rd Annual Clean Up Event has been schedule for Saturday, April 8th for River Road in Franklin Township. The event, sponsored by Keep PA Beautiful, Berkshire Hathaway & Lions Club, will take place on River Road under the railroad trestle from 9:00 a.m. until noon. Contact A&J Agents, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, at amyandjoe@tprsold.com or 412-417-1332. For general PICK UP PENNSYLVANIA information: www.keeppabeautiful.org/programs/pick-up-pa/ or contact Michelle Dunn at 877-772-3673 x113 or mdunn@keeppabeautiful.org.

December 31, 2022

Donate Blood. Earn A Chance To Go To The Super Bowl.

Donate blood. Earn a chance to go to the Super Bowl. As part of the Franklin Township Community Blood Drive, donors now have a chance to enter and win an exclusive trip. Blood Donors who donate now through January 20, 2023 will be entered to win a Big Trip to the Big Game through an exclusive Road-trips package offered by Vitalant (formerly the Central Blood Bank.) The package includes accommodations for two at a luxury resort in Scottsdale, Ariz., Feb. 9-13, 2023; two tickets to the fan experience, tailgate party, and to the big game in Glendale, Ariz. on Feb….