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May 20, 2021

Lawrence County Special Investigations Unit Executes Two Search Warrants

The Lawrence County District Attorney’s Office recently announced the execution of two search warrants by the Special Investigations Unit that took place in New Castle according to its social media page. Operation What I Got: On Friday, May 14, 2021, Detectives from the Lawrence County District Attorney’s Office Special Investigations Unit, New Castle City Narcotics, New Castle City CIRT, Union Township Police Department and Neshannock Township Police Department executed a search warrant at 504 Reynolds Street, Apt 2, in the City of New Castle. At the time of the search the residence was occupied by Julian Jackson AKA “Fatty” and…

May 19, 2021

GOT BOOKS?: Riverside Elementary Hosts Book Drive

Riverside Elementary School is hosting their annual book drive for students in K-5. Each year the PTO sponsors the AR Store for students in K-5 as part of the reading program. AR stands for Accelerated Reader and the kids can choose books within their reading range and take a short quiz after finishing their book.  Riverside has used this program with great success for several years. Twice a year, the kids can spend their earned points on prizes in the AR Store. Part of the store has always been a shelf of books that the kids can choose from for…

May 19, 2021

Vision Ministries Hosts Fourth Annual Braveheart Testimonial Dinner

Vision Ministries will be hosting the fourth annual Braveheart Testimonial Dinner on May 23rd. The dinner will take place at the New Englander Banquet Center. Doors will open up at 5:00 p.m. and dinner will begin at 5:45 p.m. Tickets are $35.00 per person. This dinner shines light and recognition on the people who have battled the disease of addiction and have won. Pastor Randy Crum of Vision Ministries started the dinner as way to honor the individuals who have been through addiction and have succeeded in their efforts of beating it. At the dinner, there will be five individuals…

May 18, 2021

VOTE: Ellwood City Polling Locations

According to information made available on the Lawrence County government website, polling locations for Ellwood City and surrounding locations are as follows. Registered voters can cast ballots from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on May 18 at their designated polling place, and those voting by mail-in or absentee ballot should drop their ballots off at the Lawrence County Courthouse by 8 p.m. Tuesday. Voters must return their own ballots under state law, with few exceptions.  All Precincts are handicapped accessible on Election Day. ELLWOOD CITY BORO FIRST WARD: 1st Dist Community Action; 926 Crescent Ave. SECOND WARD: 1st Dist First…

May 18, 2021

Bernstine Introduces Constitutional Carry Legislation

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) today introduced “constitutional carry” legislation, which would no longer require law-abiding citizens to obtain a government-issued license to carry a concealed firearm in Pennsylvania. Constitutional carry, or permitless carry, allows an individual over 21 years of age who has passed a criminal background check upon purchase of a firearm to legally carry a handgun concealed without first having to obtain government permission. Current law does not require citizens to obtain a license to openly carry a firearm in Pennsylvania. Bernstine, a vocal pro-Second Amendment lawmaker, called the current concealed carry process a duplicative abuse…

May 18, 2021

Comicon Returns To The Waterfront

3 Rivers Comicon returns to the Pittsburgh area to bring comics, toys, and other nerdy things to fans May 22-23, 2021 at the Waterfront in an outdoor event. Due to COVID-19 restrictions the convention, which normally takes place inside, will have all their vendors and guests under tents in the overflow lot between the Farmer’s National Bank and Steak ‘n Shake, near New Dimension Comics, this year. The convention is free to the public starting at 12 noon each day with a $5 early bird shopper option from 10am-12pm each day. Vendors and guests include a variety of comic book…

May 17, 2021

EC Historical Society Announces Scholarship Winners

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society awarded its Annual Robert and Janice Barensfeld Scholarship Awards to Emily Ann Borroni and Hayden Christopher Panek at a meeting Wednesday May 5th. The meeting was opened by Everett Bleakney, president of the Society. He first explained the appreciation of all who had entered essays to be judged. Bleakney stated that the History Society was blessed to be able to continue giving these awards. To date, the History Center has awarded $69,000.00 to deserving graduating students pursuing higher education. The Barensfelds had been very active members of the History Center, and appreciated students who…

May 17, 2021

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of May 17

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. NEW HOURS The Library will be open by appointment only. Call the library to set-up an appointment to browse for books or use a computer. Anything printed must be paid…

May 14, 2021

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: A theft was reported as a pressure washer was taken from a residence on Van Gorder Mill Road, Perry Township. According to a PA State Police report, between the dates of March 10 and May 1, 2021, the pressure washer, a G3050HR Karcher G3050 OHR, valued at $450.00, was taken from the residence. The investigation is ongoing. HARASS PHYSICAL CONTACT: Pennsylvania State Police were dispatched to a home on Old Route 18, New Beaver Boro, on April 24 at 11:24 p.m. after receiving a call that a 65 year old female and 67 year old man were arguing. Upon…

May 14, 2021

Ellwood City School District Receives $7,481 State Grant

The Ellwood City Area School District was awarded a $7,481 state grant by the Department of Agriculture, according to Senator Elder Vogel. The school district will use the Ag & Youth Program funding for the Garden at Perry Project. The Pennsylvania Ag & Youth Grant Program provides direct and matching grants to help fund eligible projects, programs and equipment purchases conducted or made by organizations composed mainly of youth and organized to promote development in agriculture, community leadership, vocational training, and peer fellowship. “It’s good to see the state take an active role in promoting agricultural studies and activities in…