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August 8, 2023

PHOTO: Mayor Court Presents Pickleball Commendations

This week Mayor Anthony J. Court presented commendations to a group of individuals who played a part in getting the pickleball park in Ewing Park. Council members George Celli, Michelle Lamenza, and Jim Barry, along with Borough Manager Kevin Swogger, John Dibuono, and Kitchen Cabinet members Earla Marshall, Barb Bohizic, and Brian Franksain were on hand for the commendations presented by Mayor Court. The Kitchen Cabinet made a donation for the fencing around the courts. Wondering what exactly pickleball is? USA Pickleball describes it as: A fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Played both indoors or…

November 14, 2022

Mayor Court Presents Yellow Ribbon Girls With Proclamation

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented the Yellow Ribbons Girls with a proclamation recognizing 20 years of commitment and dedication to our troops. Yellow Ribbon Girls is a faith based group of local volunteers. Bonnie Phillippi, Patti Phillippi, and Vicki Henley started The Yellow Ribbon Girls 20 years ago and sent over 40,000 packages to our deployed service men and women all over the world. In February 2023, The Yellow Ribbon Girls are retiring. They are hoping to pass the mission on to a new group to continue their mission. They would like to spread the word and ask for your…

September 24, 2021

Mayor Court Presents Proclamation To Eric Rayner

Mayor Anthony J. Court presents a proclamation to Eric Rayner for his volunteer work in Ellwood City. Rayner has raised over $11,230.00 to continue the tradition of the Ellwood City festival fireworks through various fundraisers in the community including band bash events. The 2021 Ellwood City Fall Band Bash is scheduled in October. Mr. Rayner is now in the Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, and Food Festival Hall of Fame. Rayner was nominated in 2019. “We, as a community, are proud and honored to have Eric Rayner as part of our community and beyond thankful for him saving the tradition of…

August 5, 2021

Mayor Court Swears In New Full Time Police Officer

Mayor Anthony J. Court swore in Police Officer James Cunningham into the Ellwood City Police Department. The new officer was sworn in at Mayor Court’s office on August 3, 2021. Officer Cunningham is now a full-time officer. The Ellwood City Police Department  now has 11 full-time officers and 3 part-time officers in the department. Mayor Court welcomed Officer Cunningham to the police force and noted that he is looking forward to working with him. In photo (left to right) – Mayor Anthony J. Court, Officer James Cunningham and Council President George Celli.

July 15, 2021

PHOTO: 5th Beautification Award Announced

Mayor Anthony J. Court awarded Bill and Samantha DeJoseph the 5th 2021 Beautification Award. Bill and Samantha reside at 1112 Center Avenue in Ellwood City. “The DeJoseph’s did an outstanding job,” said Mayor Court in a statement. “Congratulations, Bill and Samantha!” The couple received a yard sign to display and a gift certificate from a local restaurant. There is one more Beautification Award for 2021 to be presented. RELATED: Beautification Awards

May 25, 2021

Mayor Anthony Court Elected as President of the AMBP

Ellwood City Mayor, Anthony J. Court, has been elected as President for the AMBP (Association of Mayors of the Boroughs of PA). Mayor Court will officially take office on June 1, 2021, for a two-year term. In a quote from the mayor, he stated “As a “Mayor of the Year Award recipient in 2014″, I believe leadership is something a community looks for in a mayor. As a hard-working public servant, I believe in always putting the community first and making a positive difference statewide. I also feel our main goal as Association of Mayors of the Boroughs of Pennsylvania…

April 20, 2021

Mayor Court Awards Lendick Proclamation For 100th Birthday

Madeline (Molly) Lendick celebrated her 100th birthday with a proclamation given to her by Mayor Anthony Court. Court made a short statement in honor of of Lendick. “I want to express my sincere appreciation and gratitude for her dedication to her lovely family and our community. I hereby proclaim Sunday, April 25th, 2021 as “Madeline(Molly) Lendick’s Day” in Ellwood City! It was certainly my pleasure honoring this beautiful, sweet woman. I know I speak for our entire community in extending birthday wishes to this most awesome person! May God always bless you, Molly Lendick!” said Court in his statement. The…

April 9, 2021

Proclamation Presented To WPIAL Champion Boys Basketball Team

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented a proclamation to the Ellwood City Wolverines basketball team this week. The team captured the school’s first WPIAL Championship in the school’s history in March with its victory over South Allegheny. [READ MORE] On their journey to WPIAL gold, the Wolverines defeated their last four opponents, all on road or neutral court, all higher seeds, and who combined for a 60-10 record. Mayor Court stated, “Congratulations goes to a great group of students – athletes who accomplished so much!” “I speak for the entire community when I say ‘You gentlemen have made us all so…

March 25, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccine To Be Made Available In Ellwood City

Mayor Anthony J. Court, Lawrence County Commissioner Lorretta Spielvogel and the Ellwood City Emergency Management Agency have secured 200 doses of the COVID-19 Vaccine. The vaccine will be distributed Tuesday, March 30, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Location will be at the Crescent Place Nursing Home, located at 630 Crescent Avenue in Ellwood City. Anyone in Phase 1A as indicated by the Department of Health is eligible to receive the vaccine. Phase 1A is anyone over the age of 65, any individual with underlying medical conditions, smokers, teachers, and any First Responders could be vaccinated. “I am hoping…

June 30, 2020

PHOTO: 5th Mayor Beautification Award Presented

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented Linda Saxton of Pershing Street the 5th Mayor Beautification Award of 2020. Linda was presented with a yard sign and a dinner certificate from a local restaurant. “Linda did an amazing job on her property,” said Mayor Court in a statement. “Congratulations Linda!” There will be one more award issued in 2020 which Mayor Court will announce soon. Submissions and nominations are accepted by email at tcourt230@zoominternet.net, the Mayor’s Facebook Page, phone 724-824-7635, or by mail. PICTURED BELOW: From left to right: Mayor Anthony Court and Linda Saxton