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May 8, 2020

Mayor Court Commemorates May 8 as V-E Day

Mayor Anthony J. Court commemorates May 8 as V-E Day as the 75th anniversary of the end of the war in Europe as the Germans surrendered on May 8, 1945. Samuel Teolis, Life Chaplain on the Lawrence County Chapter 112 of the Disabled Veterans gave tribute to the 126 brave men who lost their lives for our freedom.  Samuel was in the Infantry as a private in the Third Army in Germany at the time in the battle of Central Europe. Mayor Anthony J. Court and Former Mayor Samuel Teolis observed “Victory In Europe Day” on the 75th anniversary commemorating…

April 7, 2020

Mayor Court Tests Negative For COVID-19 Virus

A statement from the office of Mayor Anthony J. Court: A number of people have expressed concern about my health concerning the COVID-19 virus. On Tuesday, March 31, 2020, after exhibiting three symptoms, my doctor, Rick Raymundo, felt the need for testing. On Wednesday, April 1, I was tested at UPMC Pittsburgh and the test results came back NEGATIVE! While I have been battling an illness, it is not COVID-19. Nevertheless as your Mayor, I continue to practice all necessary safety measures including social distancing, sheltering-in-place, hand sanitizing, etc. AND I ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO DO THE SAME! It is imperative…

October 30, 2019

Mayor Court Announces Weekly Radio Show

Mayor Anthony Court announced this week an upcoming radio show on local channel 107.3 WXED. Court’s Weekly Community Update Radio Show on WXED 107.3 will air three times weekly. Air times will be at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, Monday, and Wednesday. “I believe this is a good way to keep the residents of Ellwood City informed and involved in what is going on in the community,” said Court in a statement. The Mayor’s office would like to give a special thank you to Rick Venezie, 107.3 WXED Radio Show Host. PICTURED BELOW: (L2R) Mayor Anthony Court & WXED Radio Host…

October 15, 2019

VIDEO: McDonald’s Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

After a five-week closure for full renovations, the local McDonald’s restaurant reopened on Monday, October 7th with a VIP Breakfast and official ribbon-cutting ceremony. Guests of honor included PA State Rep. Aaron Bernstine, Mayor of Ellwood City, Anthony Court, Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Ellwood City Police Department. Pictured (left to right) is Mayor Court, Supervisor Kelly Plotzer, Manager Jenn Bell, County Commissioner Dan Vogler, Ellwood City Councilmen George Celli, and Ellwood City Councilwoman Marilyn Mancini. “It was a great morning at our local McDonald’s,” said Mayor Court. “This re-opening created more jobs and a great atmosphere.”…

August 30, 2019

Mayor Court Presents Commendation to Celli

Mayor Anthony Court was honored to present a Commendation to councilman George Celli this week. Celli has served as president of the National Wolves Club from 2016 – 2019. During his tenure, the Wolves Clubs were responsible for $750,000 dollars in scholarships to local worthy students. “As a community, we are proud of his accomplishments!” said Court in a statement. Most recently, at their annual scholarship dinner in May, the Wolves Club Den II members gathered to celebrate the awarding of $15,740 in scholarships to a total of ten Lincoln and Riverside seniors to help fund their college education. (READ…

August 14, 2019

74th Anniversary of ‘VJ Day’ Honored

The week, Mayor Anthony Court and World War II Veteran Samuel Teolis placed a wreath in Ellwood City’s Legion park commentating the 74th Anniversary of VJ Day (Victory over Japan) which is acknowledged on either August 14th or 15th as the anniversary ending of World War II. Mayor Court emphasized the strong ties of our community to its veterans, stating “We are proud and grateful to honor our veterans for their sacrifices and dedications to our great country.” On August 6, 1945, during World War II (1939-45), an American B-29 bomber dropped the world’s first deployed atomic bomb over the Japanese city of Hiroshima, effectively ending…

July 16, 2019

Local Church Honors Ellwood City Officials

Risen Savior Christian Church honored Ellwood City, Mayor Anthony Court, Lawrence County D. A. Joshua Lamancusa, & Beaver County D. A. David Lozier at Church Services on July 14th, 2019. The three were special guests and recognized for community leadership and their courage in public safety. They were also awarded Certificates of Achievements from The House of Representatives of Pa. Aaron Bernstein, Representative, 10th District. Special Thank You to Pastor James Johnson, Bob Jones, Tina Gibson, & Norina Owens all in Photo and hosts for this prestigious ceremony. Deeply Touched, Grateful, and Honored. Risen Savior Christian Church is located at…

June 19, 2019

3rd Winner For The Mayor Beautification Award

On Monday, June 17th Mayor Anthony J. Court presented to Filipino and Mary Dalessio from Line Avenue, with a yard sign and a restaurant gift certificate.  The Dalessio’s are the 3rd Beautification Winners for 2019. “It is easy to see the hard work they put into their property to create this beautiful landscaping,” said Court. There are still 3 more winners that can be nominated to receive this Beautification Award from Mayor Court, so keep those nominations coming. Nominations will be accepted by phone, mail, on the Mayor’s Facebook page or in person at his office in the Municipal Building….

June 15, 2019

Mayor Court Earns Cecil K. Leberknight Award

Mayor Anthony J. Court of Ellwood City Borough received a service award this month in Hershey, Pennsylvania. May Court was proud to receive the “Cecil K. Leberknight Award” on June 12, 2019, in Hershey, PA.   The award was in honor of his dedicated service for over 15 years to the Borough of Ellwood City. Mayor Court said he was truly honored and blessed to receive such an award and that he looks forward to another 15 years of public service to our great community.

June 14, 2019

2nd Winner For The Mayor Beautification Award

The second winner for the 2019 Mayor Beautification Award was announced this week by the Mayor’s Office. A restaurant gift certificate was presented to Marty Homner of Franklin Avenue, Ellwood City. His property shows the love and effort that Marty puts into it. The Mayor’s Office says congratulations to Mr. Homner on a great job. There are still four more winners to go. Presentations will run thru the end of August. Good Luck to all! Nominations will be accepted by phone, mail, on the Mayor’s Facebook page or in person at his office in the Municipal Building. As always it…