Articles by EllwoodCity.org Staff

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: On February 14th at approximately 2:30 a.m., PA State Police were dispatched to a residence in the 300 block of Reserve Square, Wayne Township for a report theft from a motor vehicle. According to the report, a known victim, 29-year-old male, reported that he had reviewed video surveillance of his property and there was an unknown actor(s) observed near his vehicles. After checking his property, it was discovered that items were stolen from his flatbed tow truck and from the tool box on his trailer the report relates. Investigation is on-going, anyone with information is asked to contact PA…


Allen, Lilly Collect 2nd Place Finishes At WPIAL Sectionals

Wolverines junior wrestlers Derek Allen and Gabe Lilly each collected second place finishes in their respective weight classes at the District 7 Class 2A Sectionals this past Saturday at Greensburg Salem High School. After receiving an opening round bye, Allen, who is now 25-8 on the season, used victories by pinfall and decision to earn a place in the 121-pound championship match. Allen was pinned and defeated by Luca Rosa of Burrell in the championship. Likewise, Lilly, who is now 27-5 on the season, received an opening round bye and used two victories, both by decision, to earn a place…


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Edward “Butch” P. Schuller, 71

Edward “Butch” P. Schuller, 71, South Beloit, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 21, 1952, in Ellwood City, PA, the son of Edward and Elizabeth (Paul) Schuller. Butch married his wife, Denise Schuller, on May 19, 1984, she passed away on January 19, 2016. He worked as a machine repairman for Zenith Cutters for many years until his retirement. He attended Faith Community Church – Stateline. He loved to spend time with his family as he was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Dad had a passion for his Lionel…


Wolverines Beat Washington 53-36, Advance To Quarterfinals

A strong second quarter propelled the Wolverines to a 53-36 victory over Washington Monday night in its WPIAL 3A opening round playoff contest. After a fast paced first frame that saw Ellwood City lead 17-11, the Wolverines held the Prexies scoreless for more than half the second quarter to separate and extend its lead to 29-15 at intermission. Two third quarter 3-pointers by Nate Williams and 10 second half points by Joseph Roth helped the Wolverines secure the victory. The Wolverines, who never trailed in the game, connected on five 3-pointers in the contest. Roth scored 10 of his game-high…


North Side Primary School Recognizes Second 9-Week Perfect Attendance

North Side Primary School continues to partner with Vinny’s Restaurant and Pizzeria to encourage and reward perfect attendance at school. Any student who did not miss a day in a nine week period earns the chance to win a quarterly attendance incentive that includes a $50 gift card to Vinny’s Restaurant. North Side Primary School prides itself on establishing the connection between students, families, community, and our school district. “On the K-2 level, we recognize that it takes the ENTIRE FAMILY to help our little Wolverines get to school each day,” says school counselor Debbie Wiech in a statement. “We…


Unified Bocce Playoffs Begin Tuesday

Ellwood City will host the Unified Bocce playoffs on Tuesday with both Ellwood City and Riverside teams represented. Eight teams on four courts will compete in a two round single elimination tournament. Each division gets two courts. Game start at 3:30 p.m. with Beaver North Division top seed Blackhawk playing #4 Ellwood City and the Lawrence Division top seed Laurel will playing #4 New Castle. The 3-seed Riverside Panthers, who qualified for the playoffs earlier this month, will play #2 Beaver Falls to begin its playoff journey. The 2-seed from Lawrence, Mohawk, will play Shenango to round out the opening…


Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of February 19th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. PLEASE NOTE The Library has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. WE’RE OPEN! Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. –…


The Tamburitzans Return To Ellwood City

For the seventh time, The Tamburitzans return to Ellwood City, premiering their newest show, Reflection! This two hour live stage production features music, song and dance from cultures around the world. The event will be held at Lincoln High School at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 17th. Your favorite traditions return to stage, including Croatian, Serbian, Armenia, Bulgaria, Hungarian, Serbia, Slovakia and Ukraine along with dances from the Alpine region and the Jewish culture, and more along with all the enthralling instruments, entrancing costumes and intricate steps you’ve come to love from America’s Longest Running Live Stage Show. 27 Student…


NOTICE: Franklin Township Rezoning Request

According to information made available by the township, the Franklin Township Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 regarding a rezoning request. The hearing will be related to a property owner who owns two parcels of property along Route 288 across from Creek Meadows and where the Mexican Restaurant used to be. The property owner would like the property rezoned from Commercial to R-2. According to the township, he plans to build 108 single-family homes in Franklin Township. The other rezoning will be for North Star Plaza which is currently zoned Industrial and should…


PLAYOFFS! EC Basketball Teams Have Opening Round Match-Ups Announced

For the first time in 25 years, both the Ellwood City boys and girls basketball teams have qualified for their respective WPIAL Playoffs in the same season. The Ellwood City boys (15-7 Overall, 9-3 Section 3A-1), winners of five consecutive games and 10 of their last 11 games, earned a 9-seed in the WPIAL Class 3A Playoffs and will face Washington on Monday, February 19th. The defacto road game for the Wolverines will be played at Washington High School at 7:00 p.m. The Little Prexies finished 14-7 on the regular season and shared a Section 3A-2 title with Yough with…