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August 17, 2018

BC3 Golf Outing Draws 110, Raises Record $90K to Support Student Scholarships

(Butler, PA) The 23rd annual golf outing to support student scholarships and other initiatives at Butler County Community College raised a record $90,000 on Aug. 3, according to Ruth Purcell, executive director of the BC3 Education Foundation Inc., and brings the total generated since 1996 to $908,000. “There is such a dedicated group of sponsors, volunteers and golfers who make this event a success,” Purcell said, “but we are really celebrating this year.” Chris Lunn, Justin Barker, Nelson Johnson and Jordan Grady, representing the Center for Community Resources, Butler, finishe d first in the team scramble at Old Stonewall Golf…

August 17, 2018

PHOTOS: Bald Eagle Spotted In Ewing Park

Thursday evening, along the banks of the Connoquenessing Creek in Ewing Park, a bald eagle was spotted just off the Nature Trail walkway.  Walkers who enter the Nature Trail north entrance (nearest to Helling Stadium) may be able to catch a glance of this phenomenal bird. Bald eagles are most readily identified by their white heads and tails but usually don’t take on that appearance until they are fully mature, around 5 years of age, which is when they nest.  Bald eagles can weigh up to 14 pounds and have 7-foot wingspans. Nesting eagles are particularly sensitive to human intrusions or…

August 17, 2018

Adult Dance at Ewing Park Pool August 27

The Ellwood City Council Parks and Recreation Committee is having a Adult Dance Pool Party at Ewing Park on Monday, August 27, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The theme of the party is oldies and DJ Franko will be playing music from the 50’s 60’s and 70’s. People are welcome to dance, mingle, swim or relax and enjoy the music. The concession stand will be open for those attending the event. There is a $5 admission fee. The event was inspired by the idea of getting more people to come to the park and enjoy the pool and have something…

August 16, 2018

Real Estate Transfers for July 2018

Courtesy of the Register & Recorder section of the Lawrence County Government Center in New Castle, the following are real estate transfers from the Ellwood City and surrounding areas for July 2018: Ellwood City 500 Hazel Ave; Jessica L Santillo & Paul B Santillo to Leah Boots for $81,000.00. 231 6th St; Clyde D Wilson & Melissa A Wilson to Andrew J Beneigh and Sarah M Beneigh for $185,000.00 1002 Cresent Ave; Lawrence County Tax Claim Bureau Trustee and Polish National Alliance Lodge to Redbone Contracting LLC for $13,137.85 300 Franklin Ave; Lawrence County Tac Claim Bureau Trustee and TWH…

August 15, 2018

The Carpenters Project Pasta Dinner

The Carpenter’s Project is sponsoring a pasta dinner on Saturday, Aug 25 at Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church. There will be two seating’s:  4:30 pm and 6:45 pm and the dinner will be prepared by Geoff Straub, executive chef of the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Carpenter’s Project has been helping out around the community for about 10 years. “We have been building wheelchair ramps for about 10 years,” said Marsha Timblin, a founder of The Carpenters Project. ” We started building ramps because someone needed one, referrals for ramps come from local doctors and other medical personnel. Building ramps has become costly…

August 14, 2018

VIDEO: Back Home With Stephen Johns

The 26-year-old Dallas Star and Wampum native Stephen Johns takes his viewers on a tour of his hometown in this published video made available on NHL.com presented by Kia. The 6’4″ 221-pound defenseman finished with 15 points and a plus-10 rating in 75 games last season for the Dallas Stars. Johns played four seasons at Notre Dame, scoring 15 goals and 57 points in 164 games, and led the team to the 2013 Central Collegiate Hockey Association Tournament title. Johns and the Stars play the Pittsburgh Penguins just once this regular season –– Wednesday, November 21st at PPG Paints Arena. 

August 13, 2018

PHOTO GALLERY: Franklin Township National Night Out

Over 37 million people in 16,124 communities celebrate America’s National Night Out against crime. National Night Out,  began in 1984 in an effort to promote involvement in crime prevention activities, police-community partnerships, neighborhood camaraderie and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. National Night Outs are held on the first Tuesday of August. Franklin Township held their 6th Annual Community Day National Night Out Event on, August 7. People can view a photo gallery from the event below:  

August 13, 2018

Ellwood City Library Activities for Week of August 13

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities.  Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. Activities taking place this week include: WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15 10:00 a.m. – “Coloring for Adults,” a weekly program that is free and open to the public.  It is designed to help reduce the stresses of everyday life.  All adults are welcome. 1:00 p.m. – “Building Buddies,” a new program of fun and learning for toddlers and preschoolers.  This 3:00 p.m.  “Creative Writing Workshop,” for students in seventh grade and up.  The group will meet again this week to share…

August 10, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for August 11 to 18

Happenings for the Week BEGINNING Friday, August 10th, 2018: Saturday, August 11th: Summer Concert Series: Join Ellwood City Community Enrichment as they present the 2nd Avenue Project on Main at the Community Plaza beginning at 7pm! FREE admission and bring your chair. Contact ECCE at 724-758-5501 with questions. In the event of rain, the show will be held in the Lincoln High School Auditorium. EC Football Fundraiser: Sweet Caroline’s is hosting a fundraiser for the Ellwood City Wolverines Football Boosters from 6-8pm. Plan to spend your evening on Lawrence Ave. meeting & supporting your hometown football team. There will be…

August 10, 2018

REPORT: Wolverine Football hoping to take advantage of move down to Class-2A

According to a publish report this week by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Tri-State Sports & News Service, Ellwood City football will be looking to take advantage of a WPIAL reclassification this year. The offense returns eight starters, including QB Ryan Gibbons (5-10, 170, So., QB), while the defense will return seven starters, including senior LB Coulton Cunningham (5-9, 175, Sr., OL-MLB).  A trio of running backs also return for the Wolverines as Rick Petrelli, Rocco Sesti and Donovan Chambers will lead the charge. Post-Gazette writers Ed Phillipps suggests “the Wolverines should benefit this year from the move down to the Class 2A Midwestern Athletic…