BREAKING NEWS :: Update in Jordan Brown case (story below)
Wednesday, February 22 2012 12:49pm
The Pennsylvania Superior Court told three newspapers this morning, including the New Castle News, that media coverage from inside the courtroom of the Jordan Brown case would be denied. The Court rejected an appeal Wednesday morning by the New Castle News, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, and the Tribune-Review to keep the homicide proceedings open to the public. They claimed the public has a constitutional right to be there, even in cases involving juveniles. Yet, three-judge Superior Court … Continue reading
Stay on Top of Your Protection Needs
Wednesday, February 22 2012 10:00am
Many are aware of the role insurance plays in long-term financial security, but people often underestimate the importance of updating insurance policies as you age. The decisions you make about the best protection plan for you and your family today may not be applicable down the road, so you should frequently reassess whether your coverage is adequate as you pass through every stage of life. Make it a goal to review your insurance needs every … Continue reading
Lady Panthers out early in playoffs
Wednesday, February 22 2012 08:55am
The Riverside girls basketball team entered the first round of the WPIAL playoffs with high hopes as they secured the section title and were playing great basketball; yet, because of costly turnovers and their opponent’s aptitude from behind the arc, the Lady Panthers were doomed. Steel Valley made a startling 10 three-pointers and Riverside turned the ball over almost 20 times in Tuesday’s matchup, which led to a disappointing 76-61 loss. Leading the way from … Continue reading
Baseball signups begin for Ellport leagues
Wednesday, February 22 2012 08:25am
You know when spring and summer time is around the corner when signups for baseball commence. So, as March approaches, so does the 2012 WurEllWayne Baseball registration. All boys and girls age 7 through 10 are encouraged to sign up on Saturday, Feb. 25 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Ellport Community Center. The player must be age 7 by April 30. The cost is $40 per play and then $30 per sibling. … Continue reading
Nearly 100 take the plunge at Moraine
Tuesday, February 21 2012 09:49am
Moraine State Park, more specifically Lake Arthur, played host of yet another “Douse for the House” Polar Plunge on Saturday. Hundreds of people gathered on the South Shore of the freezing lake to witness approximately 90 brave men and women rush into the frigid water. While the air temperature was warmer than last year, the 40 degree temperature was just as chilling as ever. There was some ice on top of the water, but for … Continue reading Revitalization not settling with Plaza
Tuesday, February 21 2012 09:17am
Members of the Ellwood City Revitalization and Economic Development Project presented new ideas to the Ellwood City Council on Monday that will improve not only the aesthetics of the town, but also the safety. The group was not there to discuss Phase I, which is the construction of the Community Plaza, Stage, and Farmers Market, but rather to ask council for their support of Phase II, which focuses on the streets near the Plaza. Phase … Continue reading
Two residents arrested on drug charges
Tuesday, February 21 2012 08:24am
Two more drug arrests were made in the Ellwood City area thanks to the work from the Lawrence County Drug Task Force. Laureen Renee Fischer, 31, and Roger Kelosky, 63, both of Ellwood City, were arrested on numerous drug-related charges and arraigned on Wednesday in front of District Magistrate Jerry Cartwright Jr. Fisher was charged with three counts of Manufacture, Delivery, or Possession with Intent to Deliver and one count of Criminal Use of Communication … Continue reading
Upcoming activities at EC Public Library
Monday, February 20 2012 11:57am
Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library for the week of February 20th, as well as numerous upcoming activities, include: Week of Feb. 20-24 At 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, an Afternoon Book Discussion Group for adults will commence. This group, which normally meets the third Monday of every month, will discuss “Goldengrove,” by Francine Prose. At 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, there will be an Adult Knitting Group session. The winter and spring … Continue reading
High school teacher discusses technology at meeting
Monday, February 20 2012 09:03am
The Rotary Club of Ellwood City featured a Riverside High School teacher as guest speaker at their weekly meeting. Chris Dianni spoke to the Rotary on the Riverside Technology Education Program. He said there are numerous classes that deal with engineering, drawing, drafting, graphics, metals, and other technological areas. To assist the program, Dianni said that Ellwood City Forge donated two machines to the Riverside program worth about $160,000 each. Mr. David Barensfeld, CEO/President of … Continue reading
Riverside starts slow in afternoon tipoff
Monday, February 20 2012 08:42am
When sports teams play in the evening on a regular basis, switching to an afternoon start can cause fatigue and a lack-luster beginning – this may have been the case for the Riverside boys basketball team. The Panthers traveled to Ambridge on Saturday at 1 p.m. to take on Chartiers-Houston for their WPIAL Class AA first round matchup, and the Panthers seemed to be a bit cold at tipoff but warmed up quickly to get … Continue reading
