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Mayor Anthony Court

October 3, 2023

Jessie Swogger Berkebile Day Declared In Ellwood City

Mayor Anthony J. Court proclaimed Thursday, September 28, 2023 to be “Jessie Swogger Berkebile Day” in the Borough of Ellwood City. Jessie was presented with a proclamation on her 81st birthday celebration. She was the first full-time woman police officer in the Borough of Ellwood City. She was hired by Ellwood City Borough Council on August 22, 1979 and started working on September 16, 1979. Jessie is the mother of the Borough Manager, Kevin Swogger. PICTURED BELOW: (left to right) Officer Matthew Morabito, Sgt. Michael McBride, Council President George Celli, Borough Manager Kevin Swogger, Jessie Berkebile, Mayor Anthony Court, Council…

October 2, 2023

ECPD Completes Training and Earns Certification

On Tuesday, September 26th Mayor Anthony J. Court and Ellwood City Police Department conducted a training session at the Ellwood City Rod and Gun Club Range. The training consisted of firearms certification, taser certification, practical exercises and officers certified with the department’s new PepperBall Gun, which is another less lethal tool to be used by the Ellwood City Police Department. Officer Matthew Morabito is the department’s PepperBall Gun instructor. The Department also utilizes Bean Bag Rounds deployed from a 12 gauge shot gun.  All 13 Officers of the Department were qualified with Firearms and Less Lethal Options. Mayor Court and…

August 22, 2023

Mayor Court Presents Proclamation to Eagle Scout Matthew Gebhardt, Jr.

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented a proclamation to Eagle Scout Matthew Gebhardt, Jr. on Friday, August 18th. Matthew was found worthy of the rank of Eagle Scout and was honored. The Eagle Scout rank represents the highest advancement in scouting fulfilling requirements in the areas of leadership, service, and outdoor skills. Matthew Gebhardt, Jr. will be a senior at Portersville Christian High School and will be graduating in 2024. Mayor Court stated that he along with the Ellwood City community are proud of Gebhardt’s achievements. PICTURED: Mayor Court and Matthew Gebhart, Jr. 2nd photo – Mayor Court, Matthew Gebhart, Jr….

August 18, 2023

Mayor Anthony Court Recognized by Association of Mayors of the Boroughs of Pennsylvania

Ellwood City’s Mayor Anthony J. Court was recently recognized for his service through the Association of Mayors of the Boroughs of Pennsylvania. During the August 14 Borough Council meeting, Court was presented the prestigious award by Zelienople Mayor Tom Oliverio who was representing the organization. Oliverio and the Association noted Court’s outstanding and excellent service as President of the Association of Mayors of the Boroughs of Pennsylvania in his two-year term. Court said he was honored and both proud and grateful for his time as president. “My dedication to the state was challenging and rewarding,” he said. Court was also…

August 16, 2023

Borough of Ellwood City Announces 2023 Trick or Treat Night

Mayor Anthony J. Court has set Trick or Treat night for the Borough of Ellwood City. The Mayor set the day and time for Tuesday, October 31st at 5:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m. Mayor Court stated that he likes to have Trick or Treat right on Halloween night. “Have a fun Trick or Treat night but always remember to be safe,” says Court. “Children should only go to well lit homes and be extra careful while crossing streets.” The Ellwood City Police Department will be out to treat the kids. The Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce also announced its…

July 20, 2023

Final 2023 Beautification Award Winner Announced

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented the final winner of 2023 Beautification Award to Sue Blythe on Joffre Street. “Sue’s hard work has not gone unnoticed, her yard looks amazing,” said Mayor Court in an emailed statement. Sue was awarded with a yard sign to display and a gift certificate to a local restaurant. This concludes the awards for the 2023 season. This was the 14th year for this successful program and the mayor’s office isl looking forward to doing it again next spring! RELATED: View previous Beautification Award winners

July 11, 2023

Mayor Court Announces 5th Beautification Winner

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented the 5th 2023 Beautification Award to “Roach” and Fran Boariu on Line Avenue. Mayor Court stated “ Looks great! A lot of work and it shows. Congratulations, Roach and Fran!” The Boariu’s were presented with a yard sign to display and a gift certificate from a local restaurant. We have one more winners and there is still time to get your nominations in. Call the Mayor at 724-824-7629 or simply drop your nomination of at the Mayor’s office in the municipal building. RELATED: Mayor Court’s Beautification Awards Set To Begin

June 30, 2023

Mayor Court Announces 4th Beautification Winner

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented the 4th 2023 Beautification Award to Tom and Mary Demas of 120 Glen Avenue. “The Demas’s take great pride in keeping their yard looking meticulous,” said Mayor Court in a statement. “Congratulations, Tom and Mary!” The Demas’s were presented with a yard sign to display and a gift certificate from a local restaurant. We have two more winners and there is still time to get your nominations in. Call the Mayor at 724-824-7629 or simply drop your nomination of at the Mayor’s office in the municipal building. RELATED: Mayor Court’s Beautification Awards Set To Begin

June 28, 2023

3rd Beautification Award Winner Announced

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented the 3rd Beautification Award of 2023 to Nick and Kathy Curcio of 310 Petain Street. This is the home that Kathy grew up in and she still takes a lot of pride in maintaining their property. “Congratulations, Nick and Kathy, and keep up the good work,” said Mayor Court in a statement. The Curcio’s were awarded with a yard sign to display and a gift certificate from a local restaurant. There will be three more awards presented and there is still time to get your nominations to the Mayor. You could drop them off at…

June 23, 2023

2nd Beautification Award Winner of 2023 Announced

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented the 2nd Beautification Award to David Parker of Franklin Avenue. “It is a pleasure to present this award to those who are proud and take great pride in their properties as David does,” says Mayor Court in an e-mailed statement. “Congratulations to David!” There are still 4 more awards to be presented and there is time to get your nominations in. Nominations will be accepted by dropping the request off at the Mayor’s office in the Municipal Building on Lawrence Avenue or by calling Mayor Court at 724-824-7629. RELATED: Mayor Court’s Beautification Awards Set To Begin