Articles by EllwoodCity.org Staff

POLICE REPORTS: Criminal Complaints

The following are police criminal complaints filed at the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Lawrence County office of Honorable Jerry G. Cartwright. Fight On Loop Street: On Sepember 8 at approximately 8:42 p.m. officers were dispatched to a reported fight at Loop Street involving a knife. Upon arrival officers made contact with all parties involved and spoke with a white male with a bleeding laceration above his eye who appeared intoxicated. After police asked for the man’s information, he lied several times about his identity before he finally gave his correct name. 22-year-old Hunter Dittmer, of Butler, was arrested and charged with…


Ellwood City Girls Volleyball Team Collects Two Victories

The Ellwood City Girls Volleyball team collected two victories this week with a victory over Laurel on Monday and a second, resounding victory over New Brighton on Tuesday. On Monday, the girls team survived a second set scare from the Spartans, but were able to dispatch Laurel in straight sets, 25-14, 27-25, and 25-20. On Tuesday, the girls team easily dispatched New Brighton in straight sets, 25-17, 25-15, and 25-8 at Lincoln High School.  Junior varsity also collected straight set victories over the Lions, 25-10 and 25-11. The girls volleyball team (2-0 overall) next travels to Freedom Thursday evening for…


SPORTS: EC Tennis, Golf & Volleyball Teams All Victorious

In a strong effort by all local high school clubs, the Ellwood City girls tennis, boys golf, and girls volleyball teams were all victorious on Monday in their respective matches. For the girls tennis squad, Molly and Maddy McCommons collected straight set victories in singles play to lead the victors over Neshannock at Ewing Park Tennis Courts. Nichole Bartolomeo rallied back from dropping her first set to gain her singles victory (6-7, 7-6, 6-0).  Alex Johnston & Rylea Heitzenrater collected a double victory (6-3, 6-4).  After the 4-1 match victory, the girls tennis team record is now 2-1 overall and…


“Angeline Riccardo Day” Declared In Ellwood City

Mayor Anthony J. Court has declared Tuesday, September 15, 2020 as “Angeline Riccardo Day” in Ellwood City. Mayor Court presented a proclamation in observance of Mrs. Riccardo’s 100th birthday. Mrs. Riccardo was married for 57 years to Armond Riccardo, has 3 children, James, Ron and Allan and was blessed with 8 grandchildren. “Mrs. Riccardo is an outstanding citizen that won the respect of her family, friends, neighbors and acquaintances,” said Mayor Court in a statement. In photo, left to right, Mrs. Angeline Riccardo, Mayor Anthony Court, and Mrs. Riccardo’s sister, Mary Scialdone.


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Debra A. Voland, 65

Debra A. Voland, 65, of 1117 Agnew St., New Castle passed away the morning of September 10, 2020, at her residence. Debra was born June 12, 1955, in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of the late William E. and Mary R. (Makepeace) Newman. Debra was married to the late Harry Voland. They were married for 15 years. Debra was a high school graduate. She enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren. Debra is survived by two children, daughter Georgette (Anthony) D’Ambrosia Sr. of New Castle and son Harry Voland of California;…


Ellwood City Cub Scout Pack 806 Registration Nights Planned

Are your kids spending too much time on their electronics?  Feeling confined to your house due to the current COVID-19 restrictions? Do you and your family find yourselves looking for adventure? All boys Kindergarten through 5th Grade are invited to join Ellwood City’s Cub Scout Pack 806! Sign-up nights will be Monday, September 14 and Wednesday, September 16 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Ewing Park Shelter #5, behind Kids Created Kingdom. Pack leaders will be present to help get you registered and discuss planned activities for the upcoming year! There are plans for hiking, biking, fihsing, archery, camping,…


Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 14

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 pickup. 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 books and three, either books on CD or DVD’s, per person. All patrons must wear a mask when entering the lobby and wait until there are less than three people in the…


POLICE REPORTS: Criminal Complaints & Reports

Harrasment: A 24-year-old female was a reported victim of physical harassment according to a PA State Police report. On Sunday, September 6th at approximately 1:00 a.m., police responded to Panella Way, in Wayne Township to find the victim who related the actor pushed/shoved and held her down. The victim related that she believed the actor was still at her residence and that she had removed herself from the scene. Upon canvassing the area the actor was determined to not be present. According to the report charges are pending. Motor Vehicle Theft: A theft of a motor vehicle was reported some…


SPORTS: Ellwood City Boys Golf, Girls Tennis Both Victorious

Ellwood City boys golf team defeated Neshannock 220-225 on Tuesday at Delmar Golf Course while the Ellwood City girls tennis team defeated Ambridge at the Ewing Park tennis courts. The season opening victory for the girls tennis team was powered by straight set victories in all five matches.  Molly and Maddy McCommons both collected 6-0, 6-0 straight set victories in singles along with Nichole Bartolomeo who won 6-1, 6-1 in singles play.  In doubles, Cassidy Navolio and Alex Johnston collected a 6-4, 6-1 victory while Anna Williams and Rylea Heitzenrater scored a 6-0, 6-0 victory for Ellwood City. The girls…


Hitched & Unhitched: Summer Lovin’

Summer is typically a season of warmth and freedom. School is out, the days are longer, and there’s a never ending supply of sunlight and warm temperatures. Although falling in love during the summer may seem easier and offer fun outdoor activities you can spend your days experiencing with that special someone, this year was a different story with many restrictions, closures and distancing measures implemented as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. But according to WeddingWire.com, July and August are still two of the top five most popular months for a wedding. This summer, many couples have decided to…