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Help Wanted: 5 Job Openings in the Area

6/30/2014

Looking for a job? Here are five positions we found this week in the Ambridge area.

1. Customer Service - O'Neil Manufacturing Service, Ambridge
The person hired will be the day to day contact point for defined, existing customers. Responsibilities include managing customer needs and communicating them to the respective plant. This individual will be charged with deepening and strengthening relationships with the respective customer base.

New Hope Plans Community Block Party

6/28/2014

New Hope Community Church is hosting a community block party on Saturday, July 5 from noon to 3 p.m.

Community Yard Sales Planned

6/27/2014

Economy Native & Ambridge Grad Wins Daytime Emmy

6/26/2014

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An Economy native and Ambridge Area High School graduate recently won a daytime Emmy Award for his writing.

Matthew Nelko of New York City was among the contributing writers and producers awarded for ABC's "Good Morning America" during the 41st annual awards show, which took place Sunday at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Economy Computer Audit Finds 200 Emails, Council Asked to Review

6/25/2014

Some 200 emails recovered during a forensic audit will be provided to Economy Council members for confidential review before the board decides whether it will take any action.

New Faces: Harmony's New Manager, Economy's New Secretary

6/25/2014

Harmony has hired its first township manager.

Janet Miklos of Chippewa will begin as the new manager on June 30.

“I’m very excited to get started,” said Miklos, who previously worked in sales and marketing at Shaner Industries in Ambridge.

Baden Posts Neighborhood Watch Signs to Deter Crime

6/25/2014

Crime Watch signs are posted outside participating residences and businesses, including Sheila's Restaurant in Baden. From left, Councilman Ron Besong, business owner Sheila Bowser, Baden police Chief Dave Christner and Mayor Sam Gagliardi.

Fast-Moving Storm Rolls Through the Area

6/24/2014

Photo Credit : Alan Freed Photography/Ambridge Connection

A fast-moving storm packed a punch as it blew through the Ambridge area Tuesday evening.

The storm knocked out power to some residents, and sent crews to this location on Glenwood Drive where a tree was perched precariously against a house.

Use extra caution if you're driving around out there. A quick trip through local towns revealed several roads that were temporarily closed due to debris, and others with small branches scattered about.

Library Series: Author Tammy Jones to Discuss 'My Different Walks of Life'

6/24/2014

A local author and Ambridge native will discuss her life’s journey as part of the Authors in Ambridge series Wednesday at Laughlin Memorial Free Library.

Tammy Jones will talk about her new book, “My Different Walks of Life,” which will include some readings of her poems. The event begins at 5 p.m.

Four Ambridge Volleyball Players Earn All-State Recognition

6/24/2014

Credit: Alan Freed

Four Ambridge boys volleyball players have been named to the Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association AA Boys' Volleyball All-State team.

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