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January 20, 2022

NOTICE: Snow & Ice On Sidewalks

Due to the large amount of snow that accumulated, there have been several complaints about sidewalks in the Borough that have not been cleared of snow and ice. Ralph Chiapetta, Code Officer, would like to remind residents that you may be subject to citation and fine for failure to comply to the ordinance below. 74.04 SNOW AND ICE ON SIDEWALKS (a) Removal of Snow and Ice by Owner, Occupant or Tenant. The owner, occupant or tenant of every property upon or alongside any street in the Borough shall remove or cause to be removed, from all sidewalks in front of…

January 20, 2022

ECASD Public Meeting Notice Change

According to information made available by the district, the Ellwood City Area Board of Directors has changed the location of their Regular Board Meeting scheduled on March 10, 2022. The meeting will now take place at the Lawrence County Career and Technical Center (LCCTC) located at 750 Phelps Way, New Castle, PA 16101. The meeting will take place in the LCCTC’s library and is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. For more information, visit the district website at www.ellwood.k12.pa.us

January 19, 2022

PA State Police Investigating A Shooting At Clearview Mall Leaving 3 Injured

The Pennsylvania State Police, Troop D, Butler, are investigating a shooting that occurred at the Clearview Mall, Center Township, Butler County on Wednesday, January 18th, 2022. Over 20-gun shots were fired in the mall parking lot and multiple persons were struck with bullets and taken to a Pittsburgh hospital for their injuries. The persons injured in this altercation were identified as Damian BLYSTONE (W/N M 19 YOA), Ryan EHRMAN (W/N M, 21 YOA) and a 17-year-old B/N M. Carlos GONZALEZ-CARRIL (W/H M, 24 YOA) was identified as one of the persons who fired shots in the parking lot and was…

January 19, 2022

Ellwood City Wrestling Takes 3rd Place In Section Duals

The Ellwood City Wrestling team posted a 3rd place finish at the WPIAL AA Section 2-A Duals qualifying tournament at Laurel High School Tuesday evening. The team defeated Ambridge and Central Valley but were defeated by Freedom Area and the host Laurel Spartans. The top two teams qualify out of the section for playoffs. Ellwood City wrestlers finished as follows: Derek Allen (106 lbs) 4-0 on the night with a pin over Reid Ketzel from Laurel. Logan Shriver (113 lbs) 3-1 on the night with a fall over James Couch of Freedom Kamron Shelby (120 lbs) contributed with 2 wins…

January 19, 2022

Wilmington Hockey Extends Point Streak, Routs Burrell 8-1

The Wilmington hockey team defeated Burrell 8-1 at Hess Ice Rink on Tuesday extending their team point streak to eight straight game. The Hounds scored the only goal in the first period when Davis Phanco (Wilmington) lit the lamp. The goal was assisted by Andrew Cartwright (Union) and Chance Miller (Wilmington). Wilmington had a 3-1 advantage after two periods with two scores from Drake Tomak (Ellwood City). The first goal was assisted by Cody Williams (Ellwood City) and the second assist going to Gage Miller (Ellwood City). The third period was all Greyhounds with five straight goals. The first three…

January 19, 2022

Jumpin’ Joe! – Roth Scores 35 Points, Wolverines Improve To 12-2

Ellwood City big man Joseph Roth showed his prowess on both ends of the court Tuesday night, collecting 35 points and hauling in 20 rebounds to lead the Wolverines to a 49-35 victory over section foe Laurel. After an uneventful first quarter, Roth heated up and scored 11 points in the second quarter that saw the host Wolverines pull away for a 19-9 halftime advantage. The first quarter featured only three field goals by both teams as Ellwood City led 6-2 after the initial frame. Roth scored 23 second half points as Ellwood City stretched out its advantage in defeating…

January 19, 2022

Portersville Mother Among First Students Accepted In A New BC3 Program

A 44-year-old native of the Philippines who in 2007 suspended her pursuit of higher education in health care at Butler County Community College following the birth of her special-needs daughter is among the first students accepted in a BC3 practical nursing program that debuted Tuesday. Yeng Carle, of Portersville, is the most senior of 10 students in BC3’s latest selective-admissions health care program. The practical nursing program at BC3 is the only one in Butler County and is a result of a partnership forged in June 2020 with Concordia Lutheran Ministries, a Cabot health care provider. The 12-month program is…

January 18, 2022

Ellwood City Winter Wine and Brew Fest to be Held in March

The Annual Ellwood City Winter Wine and Brew Fest has been postponed until March. The event will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on March 26 at the Sons of Italy at 808 Lawrence Ave. It was  originally scheduled for Jan. 29. The event is an annual favorite and proceeds benefit Ellwood City Revitalization. The cost is $25 per person in advance and $30 per person at the door. The event will be catered, and a cash bar will be available. Purchase tickets at the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce at 806 Lawrence Ave., DeCaria’s on 5th at…

January 18, 2022

Borough Approves Liquor License Transfer to El Canelo IX, LLC; Mayor Names New K9 Officer

Ellwood City Borough Council voted to approve the intermunicipal transfer of restaurant liquor license #R-17325 to El Canelo IX, LLC. El Canelo opened in Ellwood City at 1226 Lawrence Ave in October and has been serving Mexican food in Lawrence County since 2001. The manager of the restaurant, Antonio Porras, said at a January 10 council meeting that the license will be a great addition to help serve delicious beverages at the Ellwood City location. Porras said the transfer follows a decision to temporarily close the West State Street location because a lack of staffing. In other council news: Mayor…

January 18, 2022

Kindergarten Enrollment Upcoming At Riverside School District

Attention is called to parents of preschool students who live within the Riverside Beaver County School District. Kindergarten Enrollment for the 2022-2023 School Year is set to begin Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Children who will be 5 years old before September 1, 2022 and are residents of the Riverside Beaver County School District are eligible to enroll in kindergarten for the 2022–2023 school year. Kindergarten Screening Day is schedule for March 17, 2022. A time will be chosen upon completion of registration. Children who will be attending Kindergarten in the fall will be asked to attend the district screening day….