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2024

August 29, 2024

BC3 To Replace Tech Devices With $300K Grant

Butler County Community College has received a $300,000 grant from the state Department of Education that will fund the replacement of approximately 300 electronic devices that allow for network connectivity among BC3’s main campus and its additional locations in Armstrong, Butler, Jefferson, Lawrence and Mercer counties. The 95 switches and routers and nearly 200 wireless access points are nearing the end of their lifespan and will no longer be supported by the manufacturers, according to James Hrabosky, BC3’s vice president for administration and finance. New devices are expected to last 10 years and will provide additional functionality, faster network speeds…

August 28, 2024

Connie M Dwyer, 77

Connie M. Dwyer, 77, of New Beaver Borough passed away Monday, August 26, 2024 at her residence. Born May 26, 1947 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late William and Katheryn Barbara Irvine Dwyer. Connie had worked as a hairdresser at Bauman Beauty Academy, at the Beaver Valley Medical Center as a unit clerk, an office assistant at Pamela Corotto’s Beauty Salon in Rochester. The most memorable part of her life was living and working in Florida at the Gessler Clinic where she was employed as a medical secretary. Connie was Baptist by faith. Survivors include son,…

August 28, 2024

Guy Prestia, 102

Guy Prestia, 102, of Ellwood City, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. He was a man of action whose service to his family, community, country, and faith radiated throughout his life. Born April 26, 1922 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Madeline (Violante) and Joseph Prestia. He married the late Patricia Prestia, his wife of 54 years, on June 29, 1957. Guy was a 1940 graduate of Lincoln High School. He served during WWII as a Sergeant in the 45th Infantry Division, 157th Infantry Regiment, E Company. His unit spent an…

August 27, 2024

Patricia (Main) Rukovena, 77

Mrs. Patricia (Main) Rukovena, 77, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, August 25th, 2024 at Quality Life Services in New Castle. Mrs. Rukovena was born the daughter of the late Chester K. and Teressa (DeBlasio) Main in Ellwood City on October 29th, 1946. She had graduated from Riverside High School with the class of 1966. Patty was Catholic by faith, a homemaker, an avid Pittsburgh Steeler’s fan, and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Patty is survived by her son Michael “Beno” Rukovena of Ellwood City, grandchildren Joseph Lyle, Tyler Lyle, and Addison Yaromey, great-grandson Riley Lyle, sister Karen…

August 27, 2024

14th Annual Ellwood City Octoberfest Scheduled For October 5th

Ellwood City may not be Bavaria but it does have its version of Octoberfest. The 14th Annual Oktoberfest will be held on Saturday October 5th from 12pm to 5pm at the Wolves Shelter in Ewing Park, rain or shine. $30 presell or $35 at the door, attendees will be oompah-pah-ing for the abundance of food and beer samples. Thanks to the talented local brewers and Pete’s Uptown Beer and Beverage, located at 1022 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City for providing a bounty of beers. Small samples will be served in 3 oz. plastic cups. Homebrewers will share their specialities and over…

August 27, 2024

PHOTO: Divine Grace Parish Honors and Blesses Students Returning To School

At the conclusion of the 9 a.m. Mass, on Sunday, August 25, Father James Wehner recognized and blessed all attending students, from pre-k thru college, returning to school this year. That blessing is a true prayer that asks God to care, protect, help and provide guidance, for those students starting their school year. It also reminds us that He is keeping a watchful eye over them, just like their loving parents, and prompts all of us to remember that we are also under His loving care during good and tough times. Pictured below: Father James Wehner, center in green vestment,…

August 26, 2024

CCBC and Penn State Beaver Sign New Agreement

Monaca, PA – The Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) signed a new articulation agreement with Penn State Beaver to make it easier for students who have earned their associates degree to continue to complete a bachelor’s degree. “Community College of Beaver County and Penn State Beaver have joined together to create local, affordable, quality educational pathways in areas such as cybersecurity, criminal justice, and business,” said Katie Thomas, dean of the School of Professions and Transfer Studies at CCBC. “We’re excited for the future of this partnership and higher education in Beaver County.” The agreement applies to other Penn…

August 24, 2024

Joyce Jean Cappello, 75

Mrs. Joyce Jean Cappello, 75, of Ellport passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Thursday, August 22nd, 2024. Mrs. Cappello was born in Ellwood City on October 10th, 1948. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1966. She married her loving husband of 56 years Dennis W. Cappello on February 3rd, 1968. Over the years, Joyce had worked at Mom’s Pies which was located in Frisco as a baker and later at Giant Eagle in the Deli Department. She was a great homemaker and enjoyed gardening, doing yardwork, and loved all her pets. She is survived…

August 24, 2024

Palmer-McCane Sets Rushing Record, Wolverines Earn Opening Week Victory Over Laurel

The Ellwood City Wolverines football team picked up a season opening victory on the road Friday night, edging Laurel 14-7 in overtime. Ellwood City may have earned a narrow victory, but Elijah Palmer-McCane made a huge mark in the record books. The senior running back finished with 146 rushing yards, adding two touchdowns in the contest, to become the Ellwood City Wolverines all-time career rushing leader. Palmer-McCane plunged in from 2-yards out in the second quarter to put the Wolverines ahead with a 7-0 advantage. The lead held until late the 4th quarter when the host Spartans struck with less…

August 24, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of August 26th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. 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. HOURS 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. – 4:00 p.m….