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2024

March 1, 2024

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: According to a report, and on October 8th at approximately 4:11 a.m., William Russell, 56, of Mercer, agreed to pick up three prescription medications for a 71-year-old victim, totaling $1,471.95. Russell picked up the medications at Rite Aid in Ellwood City but never delivered them to the victim. Russell was charged with theft, receiving stolen property, and possession of a controlled substance by a person not registered. Russell was unable to be located and remains wanted on these charges and several other active warrants. He is known to frequent the City of New Castle. If anyone has information on…

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February 29, 2024

Tammy S. Ritter, 63

Tammy S. Ritter, 63, of Ellport, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Born in Ellwood City on March 29, 1960, Tammy was the daughter of the late George and Matilda Seaburn Yhelka.  She is survived by her husband, Joseph E. Ritter whom she married on April 8, 1978.  She was a member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church and a former member of its Christian Mothers.  She enjoyed playing bingo but mostly enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. Besides her husband, Joseph E. Ritter, Tammy is survived by her 4 children, David Joseph…

February 29, 2024

Wolverines Knock Off Yough, Qualify For PIAA Playoffs

Joseph Roth and the Ellwood City Wolverines boys basketball have qualified for the PIAA State Playoffs after collecting a 40-37 victory over Yough on Wednesday in a 7th place WPIAL Class-3A consolation game. Roth scored 21 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, and sank two critical free throws with less than five seconds remaining in the contest. The senior now has 2,049 career points. The game featured two 2,000 career point scorers as Yough senior Terek Crosby scored 21 points to push his career total to 2,036 in defeat. Crosby accounted for all 14 of the Cougars points in…

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February 28, 2024

David Andrew Hulick, 38

David Andrew Hulick, 38, went home to be with our Lord on Friday, February 23, 2024 in Carthage, North Carolina. Born February 19, 1986 in Ellwood City, David is the son of David Hulick and Cathy McKinney Hulick.  After graduating Lincoln High School in 2004, David attended the Tulsa Welding School in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  In 2006, he joined the United States Air Force where he served honorably until 2019.  During his military career, David received the Air Force Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Award, AF Outstanding Unit Award, AF Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal,…

February 27, 2024

Daniel V. Nonnemacher, 54

Daniel V. Nonnemacher, 54, of Wampum passed away unexpectedly Saturday, February 24, 2024 at his residence. Born February 9, 1970 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Richard W. Nonnemacher and Anita Leonard Hunter of Wampum. Daniel worked as a mail carrier for the US Post Office. He was a gifted artist and enjoyed painting. A loving son, father, brother and friend, he is survived by his mother Anita (Jerry) Hunter; son, Zachary Lee (Kathleen) Nonnemacher of Florida; daughter, Sydney Rae Nonnemacher of Enon Valley; sister, Theresa (Bill) Coates of New Castle; brother, Michael W. (Lisa) Nonnemacher…

February 27, 2024

Entrepreneurs Forever to Host Small Business Owners in Beaver County

PITTSBURGH – Pittsburgh-based nonprofit the Mansmann Foundation launched its premier program Entrepreneurs Forever, at an event on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. The event welcomed business owners from Beaver County, and marked the debut of the program in the area. The first program of its kind in the county, this event was made possible in partnership with Beaver County Chamber of Commerce, City of Beaver Falls Pennsylvania, Beaver Falls Business District Authority and The B-HIVE : Beaver Valley LaunchBox. The program, which is funded by a recent grant secured by PA Senator Bob Casey with the US Small Business Administration, will…

February 27, 2024

Brown, Policy Committee Host Hearing on Pennsylvania’s Drug Crisis

NEW CASTLE – The escalating drug crisis that has gripped communities not only in western Pennsylvania, but throughout the Commonwealth, was the focus of a House Republican Policy Committee hearing last week in New Castle. The hearing held Tuesday was hosted by Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence), along with committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington). “Addiction is complex and multifaceted, and it is devastating our communities,” said Brown. “We must determine comprehensive strategies for recovery now before more of our loved ones perish. By convening policymakers, experts, and community stakeholders, the committee aims to develop effective solutions that will empower individuals…

February 26, 2024

James N. Higgins, 87

Mr. James N. Higgins, 87, of Fombell passed away on Sunday, February 25th, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Higgins was born on November 10th, 1936 in Ellwood City to the late Earl and Dorothy (Skewis) Higgins. He had attended Lincoln High School and then enlisted with the United States Marine Corps on January 30th, 1954 and served until his honorable discharge on January 29th, 1957 with the rank of Corporal, and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. Following his service with the Marines, Jim worked for Halstead Industries in Zelienople, the Babcock & Wilcox…

February 26, 2024

Ellwood City Earth Day Event Committee Seeks Vendors

The annual Lawrence County Earth Day Celebration will be held on Saturday, April 20th at Ewing Park, Ellwood City from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The planning committee is seeking vendors to sell environmentally friendly products. Vendor products from previous years include goats milk soaps, rug rags, reusable tupperware, wood crafts, beeswax lotion bars, soaps, candles, plants, jams, herbs, goats milk lotion, and skincare products. In addition to the vendors, the event will have food, a Trashion show, an Art Show, musicians, and activities for children. Wild World of Animals will be returning with exotic animals at 1:15pm. A horse…

February 25, 2024

Al C. Kocher, 85

Al C. Kocher, 85, of Ellwood City passed away Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Shenango On the Green after a brief illness. Born August 13, 1938 in Beaver Falls he was the son of the late Harry A. and Helen Groscost Kocher. Al graduated from Ellwood City Lincoln High School in 1956 and from Geneva College where he earned his B.S. degree. He spent his career in the steel industry, first working at Blaw Knox and then United Engineering in sales and management. While working at United Engineering he was the co-inventor of the Kool Flo product. He then worked…