Articles by EllwoodCity.org Staff

Riverside Rolls by Union 15-3; Ellwood City Blasts Beaver Falls 11-1

Both Riverside and Ellwood City varsity softball teams had great wins on Tuesday afternoon. The Panthers won big on the road at Union Area High School while the Wolverines had a victory against Beaver Falls on their home field at Stiefel Park. Rosenberger Delivers Four Hits to Riverside Panthers Varsity Victory Over Union Area  Sam Rosenberger delivered at the plate on Tuesday with her four hits to help the Panthers get a big 15-3 win over Union Area High School. Rosenberger doubled in the third, singled in the fourth, singled in the sixth, and singled in the seventh. She led…


BC3 Plans Outdoor, Walk-Thru Mini Ceremonies For Class Of 2021 Commencement

Butler County Community College’s 53rd annual commencement May 19 will feature a series of outdoor, walk-thru mini-ceremonies for successive groups of graduates. The mini-ceremonies will be held on BC3’s main campus in Butler Township. The first of the approximately 45-minute-long mini-ceremonies begins at 1 p.m. and the last, tentatively at 6:15 p.m. Graduates who register for commencement by April 30 will be notified by email about their designated arrival time. Appropriate COVID-19 safety precautions will be in place and enforced. Graduates may bring no more than four guests. Graduates and guests should wear a face covering and maintain six feet…


REMINDER: Next Borough Yard Waste Pick-Up May 17

According to information made available by the Borough, the next scheduled yard waste pick-up for Ellwood City residents will be the week of May 17, 2021. The borough’s new contract with Valley Waste starts June 1, 2021 that introduces a bi-weekly yard waste pick up schedule. The full schedule will be provided in the near future. In addition to garbage removal, the new contract with Valley Waste also adds additional dates for yard waste pickup. Instead of nine yard waste removal days, residents will be able to get rid of yard waste twice a month from April 1 to November…


Borough Code Enforcement Reminds Residents of High Grass And Weeds

Its Spring time and the Borough Code Office has been bombarded with complaints of high grass and weeds according to Code Enforcement Officer Ralph Chiappetta. “Some people waited until the last minute to have their mowers serviced and they are now behind,” says Chiapetta. “Also, it seems like people are cleaning out their property, which is a good thing.” But this also poses a problem with trash according to Chiappetta. If you get a dumpster, you must get a permit. Permits are $25.00 if the dumpster is on the street or alley. If its on your property there is no…


Ellwood City Junior High Softball Team Improves Record to 4-1 After Win Against Riverside

The Ellwood City Junior High Softball Team improved their season record to 4-1 after a victory against their cross town rival Riverside on Monday night. In the month of April, the team has only suffered a 9-5 loss to Mohawk and is currently on a four game win streak. In their last game against Riverside, the Wolverines took care of business 10-1 with pitchers Emma Bogacki and Amber McQuiston leading the way. Bogacki and Mcquiston have been splitting their time on mound between each other and seem to be creating problems for batters. On Monday, McQuistion had four hits in…


VARSITY SOFTBALL: Riverside Powers Past Mohawk; Ellwood City Improves to 7-1

Both Riverside and Ellwood City varsity softball teams had strong performances in their respective victories Monday afternoon.  The Panthers won on the road while the Wolverines collected a home victory. Four RBI Day For Mia Williams Spells Out Victory For Riverside Over Mohawk Mia Williams was clutch at the plate with ducks on the pond, driving in four on two hits to lead Riverside past Mohawk 16-6 on Monday. Williams drove in runs on a walk in the second, a single in the second, and a single in the fourth. Riverside got things started in the first inning when Aliya…


Mayor Court Awards Lendick Proclamation For 100th Birthday

Madeline (Molly) Lendick celebrated her 100th birthday with a proclamation given to her by Mayor Anthony Court. Court made a short statement in honor of of Lendick. “I want to express my sincere appreciation and gratitude for her dedication to her lovely family and our community. I hereby proclaim Sunday, April 25th, 2021 as “Madeline(Molly) Lendick’s Day” in Ellwood City! It was certainly my pleasure honoring this beautiful, sweet woman. I know I speak for our entire community in extending birthday wishes to this most awesome person! May God always bless you, Molly Lendick!” said Court in his statement. The…


Several Local Students Earned April Pride And Promise Award

The LCCTC April Pride and Promise Award was given to the following SkillsUSA students who received medals in the State Competition this year. Gold Medals were awarded to the following students: Parker Frelin, Corrin Cloustin, Madison Deli, Katie Bober, Daniella Wetzel, Lucy Allen, Tyler Duncan, Lita Frishkorn, Maylene Ritter and Alexis Koelliker A Silver Medal was awarded to Mackenzie Helle Bronze Medals were given to the following students: Zoey Galat, Nevada Grannis and Tommilynn Genareo Other recipients of awards include: Tara Confer, Anthony Ostrowski, Duane Green, Cassidy Twentier and Harley Edinger Teacher SkillsUSA sponsors are: Christina Weisenstein, Lyn McVicker-Shaffer and…


Belzyck and Kralic Shine for Riverside in Beaver County Championships

The Beaver County Championships were held this past Saturday at Riverside High School and teams from all over Beaver County came to compete at one of the first big invitational of the 2021 season. Seniors Colby Belzyck and Graham Kralic from Riverside High School each took first place in more than one event to propel the Panthers to another championship. The Panthers won the invitational in 2019, but last years meet was cancelled due to COVID-19. Belzyck took first in the 800 meter run, 1,600 meter run, and was a part of the winning 1,600 meter relay team. Kralic took…


Two Area Clean-Up Days Announced

Both Brush Creek Park and River Road have scheduled Clean-Up Days in the month of April. Brush Creek has scheduled their Clean-Up Day for Thursday, April 22nd from Noon until Dusk. Volunteers are needed for this event to help out the community.  Take pride in your community and help clean up by picking up garbage, sticks, and brush. Bring a team, ask friends and co-workers. To volunteer for this event, please contact Shannon Schlosser at 724-758-9702 or by email twpsecretary@zoominternet.net. Additionally, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful has announced a date for a Clean-Up Day on River Road. This event will take place…