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2024

June 28, 2024

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: According to a police report, a 58-year-old male from Ellwood City reported a theft of a gun from his residence on Dutch Ridge Road, Wayne Township. Upon police arrival, it was discovered that a Ruger 22 cal. was taken from the clove box of an unlocked Chevy Silverado. The gun is valued at $476.97. The theft was reported to have taken place between April 1st and June 19th of 2024 and the investigation is ongoing. THEFT: According to a police report, a 38-year-old female from Ellwood City reported theft by deception. The incident was reported to have taken place…

June 27, 2024

Dorothy A. Pogozelec

Dorothy A. Pogozelec, 80, of Chewton passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at her residence. Born February 17, 1944 in Waynesburg, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Bernice Tedrow. She married the late Bernard J. Pogozelec on June 22, 1963. She was a member of the former St. Monica’s in Wampum, a current member of the Divine Grace Parish in Ellwood City, and a longtime member of the Wampum Women’s Club. She enjoyed bowling, playing bingo, and working in her garden. Survivors include three sons, Bernard E. (Karen) of Chewton, Anthony M. (Wendy) of Mercer, and Edward…

June 27, 2024

PART THREE: Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival Series: Celestial Overdrive Set to Rock the Festival Stage

In our annual series spotlighting the annual Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival, we look at a series of subjects, people, and entertainers who will help the festival make its mark this 4th of July holiday season. VIEW PART TWO | VIEW PART ONE PART THREE: Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival Series: Celestial Overdrive Set to Rock the Festival Stage They are a true Classic Rock EXPERIENCE … they are Celestial Overdrive. The Ellwood City Community will get a taste of what they have to offer Saturday night from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the…

June 27, 2024

LHS Class of 1969 To Hold Its 55-Year Reunion On July 5th

When the members of the Lincoln High School Class of 1969 received their diplomas, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walk on the moon during the Apollo 11 mission and the Woodstock festival rocked a farm in upstate New York for three days. Now, fifty-five years later the class is getting back together with a planned class reunion. The Lincoln High School Class of ’69, will hold their 55th year reunion on Friday, July 5, 2024 at the Ellwood City Saxon Club, 901 Millview St. beginning at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $35.00/per person and includes light fare. There will be…

June 26, 2024

PART TWO: Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival Series: Art Show Expands with Strolling Musicians, Performers

In our annual series spotlighting the annual Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival, we look at a series of subjects, people, and entertainers who will help the festival make its mark this 4th of July holiday season. PART TWO: Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival Series: Art Show Expands with Strolling Musicians, Performers A masterpiece in process. That might be a good way to describe the new wave of The Festival’s Art Show. Near extinction just two years ago, the Art Show has a new “Council” in place to keep it growing and thriving as this…

June 26, 2024

Mayor Court Announces 6th Beautification Winner of 2024

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented the 6th winner of the “Beautification Awards” to Joe and Colleen Konyak. “The hard work that went into this property did not go unnoticed,” said Mayor Court in a statement. The Konyak’s were presented with a dinner certificate and a yard sign to display at 233 Foch Street. There will be two bonus awards this year bringing the “Beautification Awards” winners to eight. Congratulations to Joe and Colleen Konyak. PICTURED BELOW: (left to right) Colleen Konyak, Joe Konyak, and Mayor Anthony Court

June 25, 2024

PART ONE: Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival Series: 10k Race Has New Name, Organizer

In our annual series spotlighting the annual Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival, we look at a series of subjects, people, and entertainers who will help the festival make its mark this 4th of July holiday season. PART ONE: Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival Series: 10k Race Has New Name, Organizer The annual beloved 10k race will be held on Saturday, June 29, at 9 a.m. This year’s race has a different name and a new organizer, but runners and the community can expect the same great race that has been around for decades. There…

June 25, 2024

Ellwood City Tennis Set To Host Clinic

Ellwood City Tennis will be conducting a tennis clinic for any boy or girl interested in learning the basics of tennis. The tennis clinic will be held on July 8th, 9th, and 10th 2024 at the Ewing Park Courts from 10:00 a.m to 11:15 a.m. Any child ages 5-12 is eligible to sign up and participate. Each participant will receive a t-shirt. The clinic will promote tennis skills from the basic to moderate level. “The participants will learn skills pertaining to tennis. Footwork, backhand, forehand, serving and lead up tennis games,” says Ellwood City head coach John DiBuono. “It’s a…

June 23, 2024

Melvin “Mel” Straley, 88

Melvin “Mel” Straley, 88, of Wampum PA passed away at Heritage Valley Medical Center on Friday, June 21st, 2024. Mel was born, raised and lived in Wampum PA. He was born on November 28th, 1935 to the late Robert Ellis and Josephine Straley and was one of 11 children. He graduated from Lincoln High School in Ellwood City PA and went on to get his undergraduate degree from Geneva College. He further went on to get his Master’s degree from Youngstown State University. Mel worked in the accounting department for Armco Steel, Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill, and Zinc Corp….

June 23, 2024

Robert L. Hackett, 86

Robert L Hackett, 86, of Possum Hollow Road Wampum died on Saturday, June 22nd following an extended illness at his home. Born January 21, 1938 in New Castle, PA. He was the second of four children to Hansel “Jack” and Esther (McQuiston) Hackett He graduated from Wampum High School in 1955. He maintained friendships with many classmates and enjoyed breakfasts for years with his fellow teammates. He married Betty (Dolly) Straley on March 31, 1956 and had four children. He worked at the B&W and Medusa. He was a member of the Clinton Methodist Church. Mr. Hackett enjoyed many activities…