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December 8, 2020

N.O.W. Project Plans December Food Distribution

Jubilee Ministries International (JMI) Nourishing Others Well-being Project (N.O.W.) along with The Christian Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania (CCCWP) is sponsoring a Massive Drive-Thru Food Giveaway for UP TO 2,500 families on Saturday, December 12th, 2020. Jubilee Ministries International N.O.W. Project and CCCWP will distribute an abundance of quality food boxes for almost 2,500 families. The location of this food distribution event, scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m., is the Cascade Galleria (AKA Town Mall), 200 South Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA 16101. Cars must form a line that will begin at the intersection of West Washington Street and…

December 7, 2020

Ellwood City Community Recognizes Veterans on Pearl Harbor Day

The Ellwood City community is proud to honor all of our veterans on Pearl Harbor Day – December 7, 2020. The Borough of Ellwood City and Mayor Anthony Court issued a statement thanking all of the veterans across this great country for their courage and dedicated commitment to the United States of America. “As a community we are proud of your service and sacrifices which you all have so freely given,” said Mayor Court in a statement. “It is a privilege to honor, Joseph Gasper, a Pearl Harbor survivor who served our country with honor and dignity.” “Thank you, Mr….

December 7, 2020

POLICE REPORTS: Criminal Complaints

The following are police criminal complaints filed at the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Lawrence County office of Honorable Jerry G. Cartwright. Krista Knechtel, 40, of Ellwood City, is charged with Retail Theft after police were called to Dollar General on Wednesday, November 4. Upon arrival, police were advised by the store clerk and later identified Knechtel leading to police finding two packs of beef jerky, a pack of Kraft Cheese, a candle, a chocolate bar, and a pack of makeup totaling $20.51 in her purse.  Knechtel was released and charges will be filed upon criminal history check. Store clerk will review…

December 7, 2020

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of December 7

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: Due to the surge in numbers of COVID-19 cases in our area, the Ellwood City Area Public Library will be joining other public libraries in western Pennsylvania and will suspend in-person visits beginning Tuesday, November 24. The Library will continue doing curbside pick-up. Please call us with the book(s), authors, genre or recommended material you would like to check out and our staff will see that it is in alphabetical order in the lobby for you. Limitations…

December 4, 2020

Lawrence County 4-H Announces Its 2020 Virtual Benefit Auction

Everyone is invited to help us make the best, better by attending the 20th Annual Lawrence County 4-H Benefit Auction Sunday, December 6, 2020, through Thursday, December 10, 2020 – where all proceeds go directly to the Lawrence County 4-H/Youth Development Program! The original auction was scheduled for Saturday, March 21, 2020, but we are back and just in time for your holiday shopping! Bidding opens on Sunday, December 6, 2020, at noon, and ends on Thursday, December 10, 2020, at 8:00 pm at lawrence4hauction.psu.edu. Pick-up for items is scheduled for Saturday, December 12, 2020, and Sunday, December 13, 2020,…

December 4, 2020

WUMC December “Soup Quarts To-Go”

Wurtemburg United Methodist Church is continuing their “Quarters To-Go” soup series this month! The December Soup “Quarts To-Go” at Wurtemburg United Methodist Church will be Saturday, December 12 with serving hours from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (or until sold out.) Once again, the church will be using the Drive-Thru Method; to ensure the safety of our customers and volunteers. Price remains $6.00 per Quart.  The church is located at 1244 Portersville Rd, Ellwood City, PA 16117. December Soups are: Chicken Noodle and Veggie Beef. The Process: 1. Order & Pay at the Front of the church from your vehicle….

December 3, 2020

ECASD Board Names New President, Changes to 2021 Meeting Schedule

Ellwood City School District’s Board of Directors held their reorganization meeting Thursday evening where Director Jean Biehls was named president and Director Gary Rozanski was named vice president. Biehls and Rozanski were the only directors nominated for their positions and both nominations were opposed by Director Jennifer Tomon. Director Erica Gray was not in attendance. Biehls said she will make committee appointments in the next couple weeks. The board also established a plan for the meeting schedule for 2021 and announced that meetings will be held on the 1st and 2nd Thursdays of the month. Because of the Covid-19 pandemic,…

December 3, 2020

ECASD to Remain Full Virtual Until January 11

Students in the Ellwood City Area School District will not be returning to the school buildings any time before January 11. The District’s Board of Directors voted Thursday evening unanimously to continue virtual learning up to that date. The board and administrators will revisit Covid-19 numbers and community spread during the board’s January 7 meeting. Until then, Acting Superintendent Dr. Wesley Shipley will work with administrators, teachers, and staff to develop a hybrid plan in the hopes for partial return to classes on January 11. Shipley said he believes that is the best way to proceed for the safety and…

December 3, 2020

Chamber Hosting Virtual Ugly Sweater 5K Fun Run

If you’ve always dreamed of doing a 5K but felt intimidated, this is your time. The Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce is holding its first-ever Ugly Sweater 5K Fun Run virtually. Participants can run, walk, swim, treadmill, or bike from the location of their choice. It’s freedom and fun at your own pace. And to top off the fun, all participants will receive a long-sleeve tech shirt, finisher medal and swag bag. Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce Director Dale Thompson said the Chamber is excited to be able to have this fun event virtually and safely. According to…

December 2, 2020

POLICE: Traffic Stop Results in Drug Seizure From Multi-State Offender

On Monday, November 30, a traffic stop resulted in a seizure of suspected drugs and controlled substances from a multi-state offender. According to the complaint, police received information from a CI who related Jennifer Glassock, 36, of Conneaut, Ohio, was in possession of a large amounts of methamphetamine. Glasscock had an active warrant and was informed to be in the Ellwood City area operating a silver Nissan Altima with Florida registration. At approximately 2:20 p.m. police located Glassock and conducted a traffic stop in downtown Ellwood City on Lawrence Avenue near 7th Street. Upon approach police observed in plain view…