Today's Headlines
Numbers from 4th largest snowfall of Ellwood City
Monday, February 8, 2010
Jon-Paul Wimer, senior journalist
8:35 PM - Tonight at the Ellwood City Council meeting, department heads from the Electric, Sewer, and Public Works Departments discussed with the board the problems, as well as the accomplishments that took place during the February snow storm.
According to the Public Works Department’s summary of the February 5-7 snow storm, 20 inches of snow fell in a 24-hour time period (5 p.m. Friday to 5 p.m. Saturday).
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Ellwood City Police arrest man accused of stabbing
Monday, February 8, 2010
Jon-Paul Wimer, senior journalist
12:30 PM - Ellwood City Police recently apprehended a Beaver County man who was accused of stabbing an Ellwood City woman in the hand in November of 2009.
Andrew Mercado, 23, of 3533 Third Ave., Koppel, was issued a warrant by District Judge Jerry Cartwright on charges of robbery and aggravated assault from an attempted robbery back on Nov. 19, 2009.
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More snowfall on the way; help is needed
Monday, February 8, 2010
Jon-Paul Wimer, senior journalist
9:10 AM - The Ellwood City Borough snow removal crew will just be getting up from their long awaited sleep when yet another significant amount of snow may drop on the town.
According to the National Weather Service, a winter storm watch is in effect beginning Tuesday morning through Wednesday afternoon.
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Pressure defense helps Cougars defeat Wolverines
Monday, February 8, 2010
James Cooper, EllwoodCity.org
8:45 AM - No big snow storm was going to stop the Ellwood City Boys basketball team from facing the Blackhawk Cougars Friday night at Lincoln High School.
The Wolverines entered the game on a three game winning streak and Blackhawk came in losing a surprising three of the last four contests, but it was the Wolverines who let a first half lead slip away in a critical third period in falling to the Cougars by a count of 52-39.
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Ellwood and Riverside schools closed today
Monday, February 8, 2010
5:45 AM - Ellwood City School District and Riverside School District are closed today, Monday, February 8, 2010.
This comes after a snow storm over the weekend produced almost 20 inches of snow in western Pennsylvania. Monday morning's temperature will only reach 5 degrees.
Ellwood City declares State of Emergency
Saturday, February 6, 2010
10:35 AM - At 10 a.m. this morning, the Borough of Ellwood City Mayor Anthony Court, in accordance with Borough Ordinance 446.01, declared the Borough in a State of Emergency after nearly 20 inches of snow accumulated since 3 p.m. Friday.
Mayor Court asks Ellwood City residents to remain indoors and only travel if necessary. Borough residents are reminded to remove vehicles from roadways so the Borough Street Department can continue to clean the snow off the streets.
Borough residents should pay particular attention to designated snow emergency routes posted throughout Ellwood City.
Ellwood City residents are encouraged to send in their blizzard photos to ecstaff@ellwoodcity.org. A Blizzard 2010 photo page will be posted later this week.
Game times changed due to weather
Friday, February 5, 2010
12:25 PM - The Ellwood City boys basketball game tonight (Friday) against Blackhawk has been moved to an earlier time of 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln High School gymnasium. The JV game has been cancelled.
The Riverside basketball games are moving up in times as well. The Lady Panthers will host Knoch at 4:30 p.m. and the boys team will travel to Rochester for a 5 p.m. tip-off.
Section streak finally ended
Friday, February 5, 2010
Jon-Paul Wimer, senior journalist
11:33 AM - With a current record just below the 500 mark, it would be insane to think that the Ellwood City girls basketball team hasn’t won a section game in 10 years, but it is…scratch that, was true.
Last night in a thrilling matchup against Center, the Wolverines snapped a 104-game section losing streak that began during the 2000-2001 season by beating the Trojans 49-43. (READ MORE)
Classic February snow to hit today/tonight
Friday, February 5, 2010
Jon-Paul Wimer, senior journalist
 9:55 AM - Although Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow Tuesday and predicted a long winter, forecasters didn’t expect him to be so accurate – however, it is February.
A winter storm is heading for the area and forecasters say a significant amount of snow could be left behind before it's all over.
A winter storm warning will start at noon today and run through 6 p.m. Saturday.
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Volunteers get free Disney admission
Friday, February 5, 2010
9:05 AM - As you may or may not know, a free trip to a Disney Theme Park is not out of reach – if you lend a hand that is.
The Crisis Shelter of Lawrence County is participating in the “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day,” which gives participants a free day at a Disney park for simply volunteering to community service.
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Altmire keeping 9/11 terrorists out of PA
Friday, February 5, 2010
8:23 AM -
Yesterday in Washington DC, Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) continued his efforts to ensure that 9/11 terrorist Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, his co-conspirators, and other Guantanamo Bay detainees are not tried in civilian courts in western Pennsylvania or anywhere else in the United States for that matter.
Altmire has a long history of voting to prohibit Guantanamo detainees from being brought to the United States for civilian trial.
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New rules for this year's tax season
Thursday, February 4, 2010
8:49 AM - Few things induce more anxiety this time of year than the looming April 15 tax return file deadline. As you begin the process this year, keep in mind that changes to the tax rules could affect your tax liability and possibly make you eligible for new tax reduction opportunities. More details can be found at the Internal Revenue Service website (www.irs.gov) or by talking to your tax advisor. Here are some of the more prominent changes that could affect your final 2009 tax bill: (READ MORE)
Lincoln High Boys, Girls prevail with victories
Thursday, February 4, 2010
EllwoodCity.org Staff
8:36 AM - It took overtime and clutch free throws by the Wolverine Girls and a 26-point second quarter outburst for the Boys, but both Lincoln High School basketball teams came out victorious Wednesday night.
Michelle Nocera led the Lady Wolverines with 26 points and 13 rebounds as Ellwood City outlasted Aliquippa 59-57 at home. Nicole Nocera also had a strong game for the Wolverines (8-10 overall, 0-7 section), finishing with a game high seven assists to go with her six points, but it was Nicole who connected on two clutch free throws late in overtime that proved to be the difference.
Brandon Lucarelli, recently insereted into the starting line-up, connected on three 3-pointers for the Wolverine Boys as they cruised to a 67-40 victory in exhibition play at Avonworth. Lucarelli finished with 11 points for the contest. Cody Mittica finished with a game high 20 points for Ellwood City as the Wolverines (7-11 overall, 3-6 section) used a 26-point second quarter to pull away from Avonworth.
Two Beaver Falls athletes sign with top schools
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Jon-Paul Wimer, Senior Journalist
8:31 AM - It’s that time of year again where football players around the country hope to continue down the path of stardom and sign with a Division I college team. (READ MORE)
Killing of Beaver Falls men in court this week
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Jon-Paul Wimer, senior journalist
12:39 PM - Two Pittsburgh area men accused in the shooting deaths of two Beaver Falls cousins in 2008 found themselves in court this week and began opening statements Monday.
The accused, Victorio Hinton, 39, of McKeesport and Allan Moorefield, 43, of Pittsburgh face counts including criminal homicide and criminal conspiracy in the July 2008 shooting in a northeastern section of Pittsburgh.
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Leadership program through Geneva College
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Jon-Paul Wimer, senior journalist
8:32 AM - The Geneva College Master of Science in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) Program is coming to New Castle.
On Thursday, March 4, graduate students will begin the two-year journey to becoming better leaders at work, at home, in their communities – wherever their leadership is needed – to join the over 750 alumni who have completed the MSOL journey.
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Other Headlines
Congressman Altmire on national budget - February 1, 2010
Donate to Haiti fund in Giant Eagle - February 1, 2010
Panthers squeak by Shenango at home - February 1, 2010
Entertainment to thrive at new restaurant/bar - January 29, 2010
A bill to stop leasing of land for natural gas drilling - January 29, 2010
Softball and baseball signups quickly approaching - January 28, 2010
House approves ban of cell phone use - January 27, 2010
Important college financial aid application made available - January 26, 2010
Ellwood Animal Hospital brings program to students (VIEW PHOTOS) - January 25, 2010
12-year-old Brown in court again - January 25, 2010
Marion makes Riverside basketball history (VIEW PHOTOS)- January 25, 2010
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