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Grants for Lawrence County Small Businesses!

The Wolf administration’s GRANT PROGRAM for small businesses effected by Covid-19 and the Business Closure Orders is NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS. Please make sure that your Lawrence County small businesses with revenue of $1 million or less and 25 or fewer FT … →

City Hall Reopening June 15, 2020

In lieu of the authorization by Governor Wolf’s office for Lawrence County to enter the GREEN PHASE we will reopen CITY HALL on Monday June 15, 2020 for our regular Hours of Operation. Most departments will be Appointment Only. Our Part We … →

Sylvan Heights Golf Course Now Open

NOTICE: Sylvan Heights Golf Course will reopen to the public at 8:00 am on Friday, May 1, 2020 with adjusted operating hours Monday – Friday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.  All golf … →

Property Tax Deadline April 30

The discount period for property tax payments has NOT been extended, this deadline is still April 30th. All payments must be postmarked by April 30th to receive credit for the discount period. The payment plan for property taxes has been … →

The City of New Castle’s garbage collection will end on Tuesday March 31, 2020

The City of New Castle’s garbage collection will end on Tuesday March 31, 2020. The City will be collecting garbage on the following days. If you currently put your garbage out Sunday night for Monday pick up, or  Monday night … →

Rising Up Across America

The most amazing thing about our nation is the fighting spirit that arises when we have a communal need. This spirit crosses ethnic lines, political lines and especially state lines. We may fight amongst ourselves like brothers and sisters but … →

Lawrence County has coronavirus testing for severe cases at UPMC Jameson

Jameson Hospital From The Times Lawrence County has four confirmed cases of COVID-19. County residents seeking testing for the novel coronavirus can be tested in-county at UPMC, but only in severe circumstances. Lawrence County has four confirmed cases of COVID-19. … →

Free Meals for Senior Citizens!

Reporting Non-Compliant COVID-19 Business Closures

To report a non-compliant business during the COVID-19 outbreak, please contact New Castle police at our Non-Emergency number 724-656-9300, or the nearest State Police Station, or use the form here.

City of New Castle’s Response to Governor Wolf’s Shutdown Order

New Castle, PA – Mayor Chris Frye, Jr. issued the following statement in response to Gov. Tom Wolf’s order to shut down all “non-life sustaining businesses” in Pennsylvania. The health and welfare of the citizens of New Castle is our top priority. … →

COVID-19 Proclamation (Video)

For up to date information, please visit the Coronavirus Information page.

Proclamation of Disaster Emergency

COVID 19 Proclamation of Disaster Emergency (pdf) For more information and updates, please visit the Coronavirus Information page

Coronavirus Proclamation – Statewide Shutdown

In accordance with Governor Tom Wolf’s “Statewide Shutdown” of non-essential government offices and non-essential business activity I, Mayor Chris Frye, Jr am calling for adherence to the same 2-week restrictions in the City of New Castle. Essential businesses are as … →

Coronavirus Proclamation

Following the President of the United States declaration of a “National Emergency” in response to the COVID-19 virus threat our nation is facing, the City of New Castle will close access to city owned and operated facilities to the general … →

Stay Updated on Coronavirus / Covid-19 Status

Stay updated on the latest news and status of Coronavirus / Covid-19 Learn More

City Seeking Board Members for Housing Board of Appeals

We are seeking two board members to the Housing Boards of Appeals. This board reviews all appeals from code for demos and other code violations. They determine if a structure should be allowed to be repaired with conditions or just … →

City Seeking Members for Health Board

The Board of Health reviews the current local Health Ordinances to ensure they meet any State or Federal requirements and recommend appropriate corrections to those ordinances if needed. They ensure the Licenses are lawfully issued for the 150 + establishments … →

The 151st Anniversary of New Castle

Did you know February 25, 2020 is the 151st Anniversary of New Castle becoming a city? In 1798, John Carlysle Stewart, a civil engineer, traveled to western Pennsylvania to resurvey the “donation lands,” which had been reserved for veterans of … →

How the New Residential Waste & Recycling Program Works

How the New Residential Waste & Recycling Program Works (pdf) Recycling Information (pdf) Visit the Waste Management Department page for more information

Garbage Collection Changing April 1

Aiken Refuse will be providing residential solid waste disposal services to The City of New Castle. Please see forms below or the Waste Management Department Page for more information. How the New Residential Waste & Recycling Program Works (pdf) Aiken Customer Welcome Letter … →