Did you miss the live broadcast of the Aston Township Commissioners meeting on Aston TV? No problem, you may view this and previous BOC meetings online by visiting our video archive or Board of Commissioners page. This meeting will also re-broadcast on Aston TV (Comcast Channel 5, Verizon Cable 45) on Tuesday beginning at 4pm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQHBE6zB358 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQA0yn9IQK4
Commissioners President Jim Stigale presented a proclamation to members of the Aston Presbyterian Church in recognition of the Church’s 150th anniversary. Photo by Loretta Rodgers Aston Commissioners, during the May 18 meeting, presented a proclamation to members of the Aston Presbyterian Church in recognition of the church’s 150th anniversary. The rich history of the church dates back to the vision of Thomas Reaney, owner of a Shipyard in the city of Chester, who had a vision for the establishment of a Sabbath School for the children of his workers. […]
Did you miss the live broadcast of the Aston Township Commissioners meeting on Aston TV? No problem, you may view this and previous BOC meetings online by visiting our video archive or Board of Commissioners page. This meeting will also re-broadcast on Aston TV (Comcast Channel 5, Verizon Cable 45) on Tuesday beginning at 4pm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8sOd63W5Dc
Aston Commissioners President Jim Stigale presented Dennis and Carol Cannon with a proclamation in recognition of their 50th wedding anniversary. Photo by Loretta Rodgers Aston Commissioners, during the April 20 meeting, presented longtime township residents Dennis and Carol Cannon with a proclamation in recognition of their 50th wedding anniversary. The Cannon’s were married on April 16, 1966 at Holy Saviour Church in Linwood and immediately moved to their home on Aston Mills Road- the very home that Dennis’ mother and step-father built. The Cannon’s are parents of three children; Dennis, Paul, and Karron and they are grandparents of three. [...]
Aston 2nd Ward Commissioner Carol Graham presented Robert and Donna Herre and their son, Stephen, with a proclamation for all the tremendous work the family has done in the area of Autism Awareness. Photo by Loretta Rodgers The Aston Board of Commissioners, during the April 20 meeting, presented a proclamation to Herre’s Gang for their continued contributions and dedication to autism awareness. Robert and Donna Herre are the proud parents of three children. Their youngest son, Stephen, 11, was diagnosed with autism at a young age. “Stephen is a bright, loving child, who brings the Herre family an overwhelming [...]
Aston 7th Ward Commissioner Mike Higgins, om behalf of the board, presented 55-year resident John C. Ford with a proclamation in recognition of Ford's 96th birthday. Photo by Loretta Rodgers Aston resident John C. Ford, during the April 20 Aston Commissioners meeting, was presented with a proclamation in recognition of his 96th birthday. Ford has resided in Aston for 55 years and is a steadfast attendee at monthly commissioners meetings. He often asks questions in reference to ongoing projects and issues pertaining to the township. Born in Mount Carmel, Pa., Ford graduated from Mount Carmel Catholic High School. He [...]
Aston 2nd Ward Commissioner Carol Graham (right) presented the Neumann University Knights Roller Hockey team with proclamation for capturing the national title. Pictured with the team is their coach Lee Strofe and Neumann University President Dr. Rosalie Mirenda. Photo by Loretta Rodgers The Aston Board of Commissioners, during the April 20 meeting, presented the Neumann University Knights roller hockey team with a proclamation in recognition of the team’s capturing the NCRHA Division II National Championship for the second consecutive time. Commissioner Carl Graham, in reading the proclamation, said the National Roller Hockey Association invited 24 teams to participate in [...]
Did you miss the live broadcast of the Aston Township Commissioners meeting on Aston TV? No problem, you may view this and previous BOC meetings online by visiting our video archive or Board of Commissioners page. This meeting will also re-broadcast on Aston TV (Comcast Channel 5, Verizon Cable 45) on Tuesday beginning at 4pm.
The Neumann University Roller Hockey Club won their second consecutive National Championship by defeating the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV), 4-1, on Saturday, April 9. The club, who also won the 2015 National Collegiate Roller Hockey Association (NCRHA) Championship, finished the 2015-16 season with a record of 24-1 before winning the ECRHA Regional Championship in Feasterville, PA and then sweeping through the national tournament. The 2016 National Championship was played in Cedar Rapids, Iowa from April 6-10. You can find additional details on the tournament games on our official club website here: http://www.neumannathletics.com/news/2016/4/9/club-sports- rh-claims-back-to-back- national-championship.aspx Sincerely, David Deal Coordinator, [...]
Aston native Helen Litwa displays her latest piece of artwork. photo by Loretta Rodgers Helen Litwa has worn many hats in her lifetime, which include mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, artist, historian, volunteer, restaurant owner, and good friend. Litwa, who was raised in Aston Township, speaks passionately and fondly of her childhood, playing in local fields and attending the one room Old Village Green Schoolhouse on Pennell Road. […]
