Layla Joseph Photography

07/12/2026

Union Pacific's Big Boy 4014 came chugging through Lawrence County on it's way to Ohio. I caught it in Mahoningtown this morning!

07/09/2026

Such a fun project!

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07/07/2026

07/07/2026

Mini sessions at Butterfly Wish Bouquets - New Castle PA on Thursday, July 23!

Perfect for seniors, date nights, friends, families with older kiddos, branding or beautiful photos, just because!

Book your session today ⤵️
https://laylajosephphotography.pixieset.com/booking/summer-field-sessions

07/04/2026

Zelienople hosted a truly historic celebration this morning for !

Happy Fourth of July, everyone!

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07/02/2026

A lot of people misunderstand what community really looks like.

Community isn't about everyone agreeing on everything.
It isn't about belonging to the same group, sharing the same opinions, or even being best friends.

It's about showing up.

It's choosing collaboration over competition. It's recognizing that even though we may have different perspectives, backgrounds, or priorities, we all have something valuable to contribute.

The organizations, businesses, nonprofits, community groups, and local leaders on this graphic have each played a role in supporting the movement we're building.

Some have sponsored events. Some have volunteered. Some have shared our posts, welcomed us into their spaces, shared resources, attended our events, or simply encouraged us along the way.

We may not all think alike.
We may not all belong to the same groups.
We may not even know each other very well.

But for a moment, we've chosen to work together because we all care about one thing: making New Castle a better place.
That means more than you know.

Thank you for believing in what we're trying to build. Thank you for taking a chance on us. Thank you for being willing to collaborate, even when it's easier to stay in our own lanes.

We hope to return that support by showing up for you, celebrating your successes, and continuing to build partnerships that strengthen our entire community.

Because at the end of the day, none of us can do as much alone as we can together.

From the bottom of our hearts... thank you ❤️

Layla Joseph Photography, Tony's T**z, New Castle Music Festival, The New Castle Prism Initiative , Speedy Furniture of Shenango, Ali's Upper Crust, Neshannock Creek Brewing Company, Healing Waters , Soulful Yellow Butterfly , City of New Castle, Hugger-Mugger Tasty Recipes, Little Johnny's II, Lawrence County Action, Nina's Italian Ice, Lawrence-Mercer Counties Recycling/Solid Waste Department, Growing Together Community Center

07/01/2026

It’s that time of year again 🎡 Fair season is here starting with the Big Butler Fair this Friday!

Check out these fairs & festivals in western Pennsylvania + book a session today ⤵️

🎡 Big Butler Fair
📆 July 3 – 11

🎡 Butler Farm Show
📆 Aug. 10 – 15

🎡 Washington County Fair
📆 Aug. 15 – 22

🎡 Lawrence County Fair
📆 Aug. 17 – 22

🎡 Crawford County Fair
📆 Aug. 22 – 29

🎡 Hookstown Fair
📆 Aug. 25 – 29

🎡 Indiana County Fair
📆 Aug. 28 – Sept. 5

🎡 The Great Stoneboro Fair
📆 Sept. 2 – 7

If you want senior or couples portraits that stand out, shoot me a DM or use my website to book as soon as possible!

These sessions are also the perfect opportunity for a surprise proposal! If you’re looking to pop the question, I can help you plan the perfect proposal🎡

06/19/2026

The LCCTC's Joint Operating Committee remains divided despite pressure from parents, students and alumni. A special meeting will be held on July 7 at 6:30 p.m.

Read the full story:
https://www.ncnewsonline.com/news/local_news/joc-deadlocked-on-representation-fighting-over-budget/article_6e85578d-36d1-47b7-b11f-970bb06d902b.html