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February 24, 2021

PHOTOS: Ellwood City Sweeps Riverside In Doubleheader

The Ellwood City Wolverines girls and boys basketball teams each defeated the Panthers and swept the rivalry doubleheader Tuesday night at Riverside High School. The girls ran away with a 42-12 victory in the first game while the boys used a strong second half to collect its 80-53 victory in the second game of the evening. For the girls, the cousin duo of Junior Kyla Servick and Freshman Claire Noble combined for 30 points. Noble earned her first double-double of her high school career,  scoring 17 points, including two 3-pointers, and pulling down 11 rebounds. Servick poured in 13 points…

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February 23, 2021

Mark Schaas, 55

Mark Schaas, 55, passed away in his home surrounded by his wife of almost 30 years, family, and friends. After a valiant, three year, battle with cancer he is now pain free, in the loving arms of his Savior Jesus Christ. He is survived by his wife Gina (Butchelle) Schaas, of Chewton, married June 8, 1991; Three children, Nikki (Ryan Hopkins) Sutter-Ierino, of Ellwood; Brandi (Roger Williams) Schaas of Chewton; and Luke (Nia) Schaas of Ellwood. His grandchildren; Julian Schaas, Lena, Marco Ierino, Logan and Tyler Hopkins. His siblings, Richard (Tammy) Schaas of Volant, Andrea Schaas of New Castle; and…

February 23, 2021

LCCTC Students Receive Pride and Promise Award

Seven area students recently were selected as “Pride and Promise Award’ winners for the month of February by the Lawrence County Career and Technical Center (LCCTC) during the school’s February Joint Operating Committee meeting. Each senior Health Assistant student passed the TNAT (Temporary Nurse Aide Test) which (because of Covid) is equivalent to the standard CNA (Certified Nurse Aide) test. The Pride and Promise Award is a coveted award given monthly to individuals who have gone above and beyond in search of excellence relative to their function at LCCTC. The Lawrence County Career and Technical Center, located at 750 Phelps Way,…

February 22, 2021

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of February 22

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 will continue doing curbside pick-up. Please call us with the book(s), authors, genre or recommended material you would like to check out and our staff will see that it is in alphabetical order in the lobby for you. Limitations for patrons are 10 items to include books and limited to a total of three DVD’s or books on CD per person. All patrons must wear a mask when entering the lobby and wait until there…

February 19, 2021

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

RESISTING ARREST: According to a Pennsylvania State Police Public Information Release Report, Andrew Mercado, 33, of Koppel, was charged with resisting arrest after a warrant was executed on February 10, 2021. According to the report, Mercado was uncooperative and was subsequently charged with resisting arrest at a Wayne Township residence. Charges filed and will be pending through the District Magistrate Jerry Cartwright office. Mercado was incarcerated at the Lawrence County Jail. PROBATION VIOLATION: According to published reports, an Ellwood City man charged with pulling out a loaded handgun during an Ellport bar fight last year has been sentenced to two…

February 18, 2021

Borough of Ellwood City Looking For Zoning Board Applicants

The Ellwood City Borough Council is advertising the vacancies on the Zoning Hearing Board and looking for applicants. The Borough is seeking one (1) applicant for the Zoning Hearing Board and two (2) applicants for Zoning Hearing Board Alternate. Any Borough resident interested in serving on any of the above positions is asked to submit a letter of interest to the Borough Secretary, 525 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117. All letters must be due/postmarked on or before 4:00 p.m. on March 3, 2021.  

February 17, 2021

Lawrence County Economic Development Hosting ENGAGE Meeting For Local Businesses

Lawrence County Economic Development, along with the Lawrence County Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Borough of Ellwood City is hosting an ENGAGE! meeting for local Ellwood City Businesses. ENGAGE! is a business retention program funded by the Commonwealth that strives to proactively meet with business owners and managers regarding the opportunities and challenges they face. ENGAGE! features a robust team of experienced professionals who proactively listen to businesses and offer targeted technical assistance and solutions. “Some of the most effective business collaborations happen at th elocal level. ENGAGE! is a vital resource…

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February 16, 2021

William J. Barber, 69

New Middletown – William J. Barber 69, passed away at his residence on Sunday morning February 14, 2021. He was born December 2, 1951 in Ellwood City, PA, a son of William G. and Mary K. Grekon Barber. William came to New Middletown twenty years ago and retired from G.M. Lordstown plant after working 30 years as an assembler William married the former Angela M. Bonace on January 9, 1971. Besides his wife, he leaves his mother Mary of Wampum, PA; two sons William J. Barber, Jr. of Fort Wayne, IN and Christopher P. Barber of New Middletown; three sisters,…

February 15, 2021

“Hobo” Dinner Planned For ‘All Aboard Ellwood’ Fundraiser

The Ellwood City McDonald’s along with the “All Aboard Ellwood” committee is holding a ‘hobo’ fundraising event on March 1, 2021. A “HOBO MEAL” (Cheeseburger, small fries, small drink – $3.00) will be served on March 1, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m at the local McDonald’s. 20% of all proceeds will be donated by McDonald’s to help renovate the All Aboard Ellwood caboose recently brought into town and place on Fourth Street across from the former VFW building. “The McDonald’s staff are playing the part, dressing as railroad conductors, complete with conductor hats and red bandanas,” said Dom…

February 15, 2021

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of February 15

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 will continue doing curbside pick-up. Please call us with the book(s), authors, genre or recommended material you would like to check out and our staff will see that it is in alphabetical order in the lobby for you. Limitations for patrons are 10 items to include books and limited to a total of three DVD’s or books on CD per person. All patrons must wear a mask when entering the lobby and wait until there…