While it is still uncertain whether FEMA will provide disaster assistance to Bridgeville and its residents, the people affected by June 20 flood should document their losses as thoroughly as possible. Take photos of everything. Save receipts for anything that you buy. Hang on to older reciepts showing the value of items lost. Whether FEMA… [Read More]
Archives for June 2018
BV Fire Department Plans Comedy Show to Benefit Flood Victims
The Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a flood relief comedy show fundraiser on Saturday, July 28. All proceeds will be go to flood victims within the Borough of Bridgeville. Tickets are $30 and include food, beer, pop and the show. Chinese auction and 50/50 tickets will also be available . Tickets will be go… [Read More]
What’s Next For Bridgeville and the Community’s Flood Victims?
This past weekend in central Bridgeville, scores of residents, business owners, and contractors were busy with the difficult work of cleaning up after the flood that damaged dozens of homes and businesses But while the people of Baldwin Street and surrounding areas focused on the immediate problem at hand—clearing out appliances, furniture, drywall, carpet, and… [Read More]
DELIVER US FROM CITATIONS: Council rejects church-front parking meters
It wasn’t exactly Jesus driving the moneychangers from the temple, but borough council just made things a little easier for Methodists driving to church during business hours. Council unanimously rejected a Bridgeville Parking Authority request to begin charging for on-street parking in front of First United Methodist Church on Station Street. “I believe this… [Read More]
Bridgeville’s Day on the Avenue: FAQ
What is Day on the Avenue? It’s community day, but with a cooler name. When is it? Saturday, June 16 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. What’s going on there? Part of Washington Avenue will be closed to traffic and there will be dozens of tents with food, games, raffles, crafts, a classic car cruise,… [Read More]
Bridgeville Borough Council – June 11, 2018
Council President, Michael Tohner Council Vice President, Bruce Ghelarducci Council, William Henderson Joseph Colosimo Joe Verduci Nino Petrocelli, Sr. Virginia Schneider ALSO PRESENT: Mayor, Betty Copeland Solicitor, Thomas McDermott Engineer, Joe Sites Borough Manager, Lori Collins Police Chief, Chad King Fire Chief, William Chilleo South Bridge EMS, Dan Miller – Absent ROLL CALL VISITORS, PLEASE… [Read More]