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February 7, 2022

Ellwood City Wolves Club To Give “The Pro Bono Publico” Community Service Award

Mike DeOtto, President of the Ellwood City Wolves Club Den 2, announced this week that the Club will be giving an outstanding community service award to a local individual, student, or group who resides in the Ellwood City Area School District or the Riverside Beaver County School District. The award is called “The Pro Bono Publico Award” which means for the good of the public. The Wolves Club has appreciated the support that both communities have given in their various fundraising projects throughout the year, such as; the food booth at the Fourth of July Festival, the Fall Festival and…

February 4, 2022

LIVE! PennDOT Officials to Discuss Bridge Inspections, Conditions in Pennsylvania

Has the recent bridge collapse in Pittsburgh given you a scare or pause for concern over the poor conditions of many of the bridges in the area? On Friday, PennDOT hopes to bring some answers and closure to many drivers’ concerns. PennDOT will host a live stream with Acting Executive Deputy Secretary Melissa Batula and Acting Deputy Secretary for Highway Administration Mike Keiser to answer media questions about bridge inspections, condition ratings, load-posting and related topics. Conversation will be livestreamed on PennDOT’s Facebook Page on Friday, February 4th at 1:30 p.m. PennDOT has inspection oversight of Pennsylvania’s over 25,400 state-owned…

February 3, 2022

Lawrence County Woman Sentenced For Involvement In Capitol Riot

NOTE: The following article originally appeared on www.businessinsider.com A Pennsylvania woman who initially lied to investigators about her role in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot was sentenced to one year of probation and a $2,000 fine at a Tuesday hearing. Julia Sizer pleaded guilty to one count of parading, demonstrating, or picketing in a Capitol building in November. The nail technician initially faced four charges stemming from her role in the insurrection, including knowingly entering or remaining in a restricted building and disorderly conduct in a Capitol building. But as the government works to prosecute more than 760 people…

February 3, 2022

Valentines Day Carriage Rides Offered At Shakespeares Restaurant

Enjoy a unique opportunity to enjoy a special moment with a loved one. Misty Lane Farms is hosting scenic carriage rides through the beautiful Olde Stonewall Golf Course on February 12th and 14th as part of a Shakespeares Restaurant Valentines Day event. The rides are approximately 15 minutes long and are $25.00 per group (up to 4 people). “The carriage rides on the beautiful Olde Stonewall Golf Course offers gorgeous views of the course and of the castle,” says Mindy Stoops, of Misty Lane Performance Horses. The private carriages have a roof in the case of inclement weather. Shakespeare’s Restaurant…

February 2, 2022

Lawrence County Man Convicted In Newborn’s Death Dies At Rockview State Prison

NOTE: This article originally published on www.centredaily.com A Lawrence County man detained at Rockview state prison and convicted of conspiring to kill a newborn died Friday, the state Department of Corrections said Monday. Christopher Kennedy, 42, was serving an 18 to 36-year sentence after he was pleaded no contest in June to conspiracy to commit third-degree murder. The plea meant he accepted the conviction, but did not expressly admit he committed the crime. He pleaded guilty to one felony count of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse. Kennedy was found unresponsive in his cell, where prison staff provided life-saving measures until facility…

February 2, 2022

PHOTOS: EC Girls Cruise Past Riverside, EC Boys Knock Off Neshannock

The Ellwood City Girls Basketball team used an impressive 23-3 first quarter spurt to cruise to a 47-15 victory over rival Riverside on Tuesday night. Three Wolverines finished in double figures led by senior guard Kyla Servick who finished with a game-high 12 points. Saige Chambers (11 points) and Emily Sedgwick (10 points) joined Servick in double figures for an Ellwood City team (7-9 Overall, 4-5 Section 1-3A) that has now collected three consecutive victories. After the twenty point first quarter advantage, Ellwood City stretched its lead to 29-7 at halftime and 34-9 after three quarters of play.  Riverside (2-12…

February 1, 2022

Ellwood City Little Wolverines Announces 2022 Cheer Boot Camp

The Ellwood City Little Wolverines will hold a cheer boot camp over the course of three Saturdays in late February and early March The camp is for children currently in grades 2nd through 5th and will be held on Saturday, February 19th, Saturday, February 26th, and Saturday March 5th from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on each Saturday. The camp is scheduled to take place at Diamond Dance Academy, located at 310 1st Street, in Ellwood City.  The cost is $35.00 per child which includes a t-shirt. The camp will focus on getting ready for ECLW Cheer tryouts. It is…

January 29, 2022

PHOTOS: Wolverines Race Past Rival Riverside, 60-45

Ellwood City used a decisive first quarter to race out to an early lead in its eventual 60-45 victory over rival Riverside Friday evening at Riverside High School. The Wolverines used 10 first quarter points by sophomore Joseph Roth to race out to a 19-4 advantage.  The 15 point cushion held through halftime as the teams played even through halftime with Ellwood City ahead 31-16 at the break. Bo Fornataro collect six of his 11 points in the second quarter to help Riverside keep pace in the quarter. A third quarter barrage of three pointers resulted in a combined 36…

January 29, 2022

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of January 31

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! The Library is open. Newspapers, magazines and toys will not be available for the time being. Masks are required to be worn, covering mouth and nose, while in…

January 28, 2022

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: Michael Henry, 40, of Ellwood City is charged with Theft and Receiving Stolen Property after an incident on January 13th. According to a criminal complaint, and at approximately 7:43 a.m., officers were contacted by the manager at Seven-Eleven who stated a male walked into the convenience store and stole a donation jar from the front counter and exited the store. Officers were able to obtain and review surveillance footage that showed the male enter the store, take the donation jar, exit the store and continue on foot into the 600 block of Wampum Avenue. A Seven-Eleven employee identified the…