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August 22, 2023

Intro to Pickleball Classes Coming Soon

Want to learn what all the fuss is about? Or fine tune your pickleball game? The Ellwood City Chamber of Commerce will be offering its very own pickleball courses with instructional classes led by John DiBuono. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, our experienced instructors will guide you through all the ins and outs of this fantastic sport. Pickleball is a blend of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, making it suitable for all ages and skill levels. The Ellwood City Chamber was awarded the USA Pickleball Kickstarter Grant, earning the Chamber lots of pickleball equipment for…

August 22, 2023

Mayor Court Presents Proclamation to Eagle Scout Matthew Gebhardt, Jr.

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented a proclamation to Eagle Scout Matthew Gebhardt, Jr. on Friday, August 18th. Matthew was found worthy of the rank of Eagle Scout and was honored. The Eagle Scout rank represents the highest advancement in scouting fulfilling requirements in the areas of leadership, service, and outdoor skills. Matthew Gebhardt, Jr. will be a senior at Portersville Christian High School and will be graduating in 2024. Mayor Court stated that he along with the Ellwood City community are proud of Gebhardt’s achievements. PICTURED: Mayor Court and Matthew Gebhart, Jr. 2nd photo – Mayor Court, Matthew Gebhart, Jr….

August 19, 2023

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of August 21st

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. WE’RE OPEN! 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. –…

August 18, 2023

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: Thomas Reed, 36, of New Castle, is charged with Theft by Unlawful Taking after an incident on July 28th. According to a criminal complaint, and at approximately 9:03 a.m. police received a call from a victim in regards to credit card theft and who related her debit card was stolen from her husbands vehicle while he was at work. The complaint relates one of the victim’s son’s friends stole the card and used it to make several purchases at different locations for a total of $110.00. Reed was identified by the victim and police were able to identify Reed…

August 17, 2023

FORE! Ellwood City Golf Team Off To Quick 2-0 Start To Season

The Ellwood City golf team returned to action less than 24 hours after picking up their first victory on the season in section play as they took on the Beaver from Delmar on Wednesday and collected its second victory of the young season. Sophomore Jordan Keller continued to his phenomenal early season play with a round of 36 to lead the Wolverines to its 201-219 victory over the Bobcats. Mitch Covert joined Keller in the sub-40 club with a round of 38 on Wednesday. Carson Cappello (40), Colten Crizer (43), and Nate Kennedy (44) rounded out the scoring. For Keller,…

August 16, 2023

Borough of Ellwood City Announces 2023 Trick or Treat Night

Mayor Anthony J. Court has set Trick or Treat night for the Borough of Ellwood City. The Mayor set the day and time for Tuesday, October 31st at 5:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m. Mayor Court stated that he likes to have Trick or Treat right on Halloween night. “Have a fun Trick or Treat night but always remember to be safe,” says Court. “Children should only go to well lit homes and be extra careful while crossing streets.” The Ellwood City Police Department will be out to treat the kids. The Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce also announced its…

August 15, 2023

Historical Society Sponsors Hack Wilson Celebration, Marker To Be Unveiled

An Ellwood City legend and Major League Baseball Hall of Famer will be receiving a state historical marker in his honor with a ceremony planned for later this month. While playing for the Chicago Cubs during the 1930 Major League Baseball season, Ellwood City-born Lewis Robert “Hack” Wilson, slugged National League record 56 homeruns, topping Yankees slugger Babe Ruth’s effort that year. In that same season, he also drove in a Major League Baseball record 191 runs. His homerun record stood for 68 years. His 191 RBIs is still the Major League mark in that category. Although his 10-year Major…

August 14, 2023

Ellwood City Area School District Launches New Website Ahead of 2023-24 School Year

The Ellwood City Area School District has launched a new, redesigned website ahead of the 2023-24 school year. The new site – launched August 1st – is self built with web provider SquareSpace and less expensive to host and maintain according to Superintendent Wes Shipley. “Our goal was to create a more user friendly and appealing website for our community,” said Shipley in a statement. “It contains all of the information that our previous website had – it all was moved over.” The official district website URL is now www.ecasdk12.org, but if you use the old web address (www.ellwood.k12.pa.us) you…

August 12, 2023

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of August 14th

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. WE’RE OPEN! 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. –…

August 8, 2023

PHOTO: Mayor Court Presents Pickleball Commendations

This week Mayor Anthony J. Court presented commendations to a group of individuals who played a part in getting the pickleball park in Ewing Park. Council members George Celli, Michelle Lamenza, and Jim Barry, along with Borough Manager Kevin Swogger, John Dibuono, and Kitchen Cabinet members Earla Marshall, Barb Bohizic, and Brian Franksain were on hand for the commendations presented by Mayor Court. The Kitchen Cabinet made a donation for the fencing around the courts. Wondering what exactly pickleball is? USA Pickleball describes it as: A fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Played both indoors or…