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Adopted Ordinances

1. Adopting the salaries for the Mayor and City Council Members.  (Ord. 8431. Adopted 02-02-2023.) 2. Changing Reis Street from a two-way Street to a one-way Street north between E. Lincoln Avenue and E. Wallace Avenue from 7:00 a.m. till … →

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Welcome to New Castle, Pennsylvania

Welcome you to historic New Castle, Pennsylvania. Located in Lawrence County between Pittsburgh, Cleveland & Erie, we are a close visit from just about anywhere!

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Adopted Budgets

2023 Budget

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Live Stream

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Live

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Home is Here

Home.  It’s more than just a place.  It’s a feeling.  A sense of comfort, security and belonging that prompts a sigh of relief when you pull into the driveway after time away.  It’s the familiar sound of family crammed too … →

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Celebrate New Castle

Hey New Castle! If you catch anyone doing good for our community whether in response to COVID-19 or just in general, tag one of our Facebook accounts in the post, or share the post with us on Facebook Messenger. We’ll … →

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Coronavirus Information

The Commonwealth recently unveiled a new online tool called “Your Turn” which you can use to determine if you are currently eligible to receive the vaccine. If you are, it also directs you to a vaccine provider. Visit https://covidportal.health.pa.gov/s/Your-Turn  or … →

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Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19

What is coronavirus? Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses, some causing illness in people and others circulating among animals, including camels, cats and bats. The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new virus that causes respiratory illness in people … →

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The Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act

The programs and initiatives in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that was just passed by Congress are intended to assist business owners with whatever needs they have right now. When implemented, there will be many new … →

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Economic Injury Disaster Loans Guidelines

SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan Basics What businesses are eligible to apply? Small businesses small agricultural cooperatives small aquaculture businesses most private non-profit organizations Must be: directly affected by the disaster located in the disaster area SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster … →

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Paycheck Protection Program FAQs for Small Businesses

Where can I apply for the Paycheck Protection Program? You can apply for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) at any lending institution that is approved to participate in the program through the existing U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) lending … →

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Links & Resources

Coronavirus fact sheet – DOH (PDF) Coronavirus (COVID-19) fact sheet – CDCOpens In A New Window (PDF) What to do if you are sick with COVID-19Opens In A New Window (PDF) Coronavirus (COVID-19) Isolation vs. Quarantine Infographic – NJDOH (PDF) Coronavirus (COVID-19) … →

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City Calendar

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City Information & Documents

Right to Know Request Form Non-Employee Injury Report Form Application for Municipal Lien Statement Citizen Claim Instructions

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Census

Helps determine the allocation of over $675 billion annually to the states This in turn goes back into the community for programs like: Community Support (Section 8 Housing) Family Services (Grants) Education (Headstart) Food Assistance (SNAP) Employment (Unemployment Insurance) Healthcare … →

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City Zoning Map

City of New Castle Zoning Map (pdf)

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Education

The responsibility of educating our children is left to the New Castle Area School District. The New Castle Area School District offers a quality academic program with the benefit of its superior educational facilities and staff. The New Castle Area … →

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Transportation

The City of New Castle is located minutes away from major interstate highways and transportation facilities.  Highways running near or through New Castle include the  Pennsylvania Turnpike and Turnpike Route 60, Interstate Highways 79 and 80, U.S. Routes 224 and … →

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Fair Housing Resources

Laws and Rights – Learn more about federal and state Fair Housing laws Pennsylvania Human Relations Act Ethnic Intimidation Fair Housing Act Affordable Housing Options Affordable Housing Programs Rental Assistance Homeownership Assistance Find Shelter Weatherization Utility Assistance Resources County Assistance … →

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Housing

Lawrence County Housing Authority Public Housing: (724)-656-5100 Section 8: (724)-656-5106 For more information visit lawrencecountyha.com Housing Sites High Rises Elderly – 50 and older Lawrence Manor 211 W Moody Avenue New Castle, PA 724-656-5114 Crescent Place 630 Crescent Avenue Ellwood … →

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Emergency Services

For Emergencies Call 911 Non Emergency 911 Center: 724-656-9300

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Garbage / Waste / Recycling

Aiken Refuse: (724)758-9400. Aiken Refuse will be providing residential solid waste disposal services to the City of New Castle. Please see forms below for more information. Aiken Customer Welcome Letter: 2023-2026 Aiken Refuse FAQs for 2023 Aiken Recycling Information Aiken … →

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Park & Picnic Shelter Rentals

The Park is open from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m. every day from September 30 to March 31 and from 7 a.m. until 11 p.m. every day from April 1 to September 29. Alcoholic beverages ARE PROHIBITED in City Parks. Riverwalk Park … →

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MS4 Storm Water Program

Download Flyer (pdf) The City of New Castle submits an annual report to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) for the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Program as required by their National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) storm water permit. The … →

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Right to Know Requests

Right to Know Request Form (pdf) How to File a Request A requester can file a Right-to-Know request in four ways: Fax                   724-656-3503 Email                cfo@newcastlepa.org U.S. Mail           230 N. Jefferson Street New Castle, PA 16101 In … →

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Act 47

Act 47 Budget Compliance Letter for 2021 Proposed Budget (12/4/20) (pdf) 2020 Plan Amendment (10/30/20) (pdf) 18 month extension available for City of New Castle (9/16/20)

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Help

There are many ways you can help the City of New Castle, Pennsylvania!

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Adopt a Spot

Downtown New Castle has a beautiful landscape and amazing volunteers who, together with the City of New Castle, help create and maintain a vibrant, clean, and welcoming atmosphere for all who visit. Adopt-a-Spot opportunities increase the capacity to get things … →

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Work

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Start a Small Business

Pennsylvania is committed to helping aspiring entrepreneurs achieve their business dreams by providing the right training, guidance, and resources to help individuals make good business decisions as they plan and launch a new venture. Whether you’re just starting your business … →

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Create a Business Plan

This something that you should not procrastinate! Whether you seek funding or not, a business plan is something that will guide you along the way and keep you focused. A business plan is a must-have document for new businesses. It … →

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Business Structure : Sole Proprietorship vs LLC

The first thing you need to decide is your business structure. 72% of all businesses in the U.S. are sole proprietorship. It is simple to form a sole proprietorship. You do not need to register, and it is easier to … →

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Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN)

The next step is applying for an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Go to IRS.gov and apply for an EIN. If you are starting a sole proprietorship, you do not need to apply for an EIN. You can use your SSN … →

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Register for a PA Business License

After you decide your business structure and apply for an EIN, head to Pennsylvania Business One-Stop-Shop to get a business license. Create your account with PA One-Stop-Shop and go to the PENN file. If you are considering starting a sole … →

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Lookup a Business Name

If you want to make sure your business name is available, you can use the PENN File Business Entity Search feature. You can look up your business name and see if it is taken by someone else.

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File Articles of Incorporation

After you make sure your business name is available, you can start filing your application. How much does a business license cost? Registering an LLC (filing Articles of Incorporation) with the Pennsylvania Department of State is $125. If you are … →

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Request Consulting Help

Duquesne University SBDC is funded by the SBA and offering no-cost, confidential consulting services in southwestern Pennsylvania to help entrepreneurs to start and grow. If you want to start working with our business consultants, feel free to contact us at … →

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Business Opportunity Zone

What is an Opportunity Zone? OZ’s are an economic development tool, designed to spur economic development and job creation in economically distressed communities where new investments, under certain conditions, are eligible for preferential tax treatment. New Castle qualifies as an OZ … →

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City Employment

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Find a Job

Whether you need to find a job, change jobs, or polish your job search skills, we can help. Browse Jobs from PA CareerLink (New Castle)

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Visit

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About New Castle

The City of New Castle has been referred to as “Little New York City” because of its rich ethnic, religious, and racial diversity. Families enjoy a quiet community with a low crime rate with the benefits of the major City … →

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Visitors Guide

Provided by our friends at Visit Lawrence County, this guide is everything you need to have a great visit in and around New Castle and Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. Visitors Guide

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Community Events

Every year the people of Lawrence County have the opportunity to participate in hundreds of events in the City of New Castle and surrounding area.  The events are made possible through the efforts and hard work of dedicated committees and … →

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Farmers Market

Saturdays, July through October 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Downtown New Castle, PA East Street & East Washington Street Downtown Free Downtown Parking on Saturdays

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Cascade Park Italian Festival

Cascade Park Italian Festival

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Hometown Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting

For more information go to http://www.newvisionslc.org/

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Culture & Recreation

The City of New Castle has numerous parks within its boundaries that host many activities including those of little league baseball and adult softball leagues.  Annual events such as “Back to the 50’s”, are held at Cascade Park, one of … →

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Downtown Revitalization

In the Spring of 2002, the City of New Castle began the revitalization of its downtown through a Redevelopment Assistance Capital Grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Section 108 Loan Funds, and funds from local investors.  New concrete cartways (curb … →

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East Washington Street Bridge

In addition to providing a physical connection from one side of the Neshannock Creek to the other, the East Washington Street Bridge adds aesthetic beauty to the Riverwalk and the Downtown Revitalization.  Although there will be no structural repairs to … →

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Zambelli Plaza

Zambelli Plaza has been designed to be a focal point of the downtown experience.  It is located at the main intersection of downtown including East Washington Street (East/ West) and Mill Street (North/South).  The plaza will provide a counterpart and … →

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Grant Street Park

Grant Street Park has been designed to provide needed parking to the business and public/semi- public agencies and services located in this area.  It also serves to define the north edge of the downtown district as it interfaces with the … →

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Riverwalk Park

Water in any form has always been a people magnet.  The closer people get to it, the better.  The City of New Castle is fortunate in that it has Neshannock Creek and Shenango River running through the heart of the … →

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City Departments

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City Directory

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Contact

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Enforcement of Non-Essential 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 below. Please DO NOT call 911. This form is for New … →

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Report a Concern

You can report concerns to the city via this form below.

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News

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