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February 7, 2017

Ellwood City School Board Suggests $100k Technology Investment

Since technology is almost constantly evolving, schools have continued to incorporate these advancements into curriculum for the benefit of the students. Lincoln High School is no exception to schools seeking advancements for their students; the students of Lincoln High School, grades 9-12, may be looking forward to receiving their own personal school Chomebook. “Chromebook is a laptop of a different breed. Instead of Windows 10 or Mac OS X, Chromebooks run Google’s Chrome OS. These machines are designed to be used primarily while connected to the Internet, with most applications and documents living in the cloud,” according to this source….

February 7, 2017

Relay For Life Event Leadership Meeting

Relay For Life Event Leadership Meeting Wednesday, February 15, 2017 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. It is time again to start planning for the 2017 Ellwood City Relay For Life event.  Our members have been busy working on new ideas for more community involvement, come out and give us your ideas!  We meet at the Wellness Center next to Ewing Park Bridge at 6 pm, don’t shy away because of the meeting length or because you don’t  want to be committed to long term involvement in Relay.  Give us what time you have and be included in how this event comes…

February 6, 2017

Beaver County Humane Society: February’s Featured Pets

Looking to adopt? Check out the Beaver County Humane Society’s featured adoptable pets for February!   HAPPY JACK – A013214 Hello! My name is Happy Jack! I am an 8 year old pitbull. I was named appropriately because I am the happiest dog in the world! I love everybody and everything. I adore children, cats, and medium to large dogs! Sometimes, small dogs can freak me out if they are too high energy for me! I am one of the friendliest dogs to go through the humane society! I would much rather hangout with a friend than play with toys….

February 6, 2017

“Second Saturday” – Soup Supper

February 11th,  4 – 6:30pm   Wurtemburg United Methodist Church 1244 Portersville Road  (Rt 488 by 3rd bridge) Ellwood City, PA  16117   Soups:  Chili Beef and Beef Veggie Includes:  Italian Bread, Homemade Rolls, Dessert, Beverages & Refills   Eat-in and Take-out are both $6; under age 5 Free. Grilled Cheese Sandwiches are just $1.00 Quarts of Soup are $6.00   Come, relax and enjoy fresh homemade soups and desserts.   Please mark your calendar for” every “Second Saturday” through April. Church:  724-758-9685

February 3, 2017

PHOTOS: Lady Panthers Clinch Playoff Berth With Victory

The Riverside Lady Panthers knocked off rival Ellwood City 55-31 to wrap up a season sweep of the Wolverines and also clinch a playoff birth in the WPIAL Class 3A Playoffs Thursday night. The Panthers (14-3 overall, 7-2 section) rebounded from a sluggish first quarter and used two 18-point quarters in the second half to pull away from the host Wolverines. Riverside has four players reach double figures in scoring, including a game-high 17 points from Sydney Wolf.  Sisters Lauren (13 points) and Bekeh Bettencourt (12 points) along with Shayla Bentel (10 points) rounded out the balanced scoring attack for…

February 3, 2017

Ellwood City Area Public Library Activities for Week of Feb. 6, 2017

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Wednesday, February 8, at 10:00 a.m. — “Coloring for Adults,” a weekly program that is free and open to the public. “Coloring for Adults” is a new concept in helping to reduce the stresses of everyday life. Everyone is welcome, so call the library at 724-758-6458 for more information. Thursday, February 7, at 3:00 p.m. – “Hooked on Books,” a book discussion group designed for students in 6th through 8th grades. The group will discuss the book, “Renegade,” by Mike Bloemer. Call the library for more information….

February 2, 2017

Submit Your Content for a Community Coloring Book

The Ellwood City Arts Club has been dedicated to enhancing and recognizing the artists in Ellwood City and now they plan on producing a community coloring book. The coloring book will consist of pen and ink drawings submitted by local talent. Because cost to print the coloring book is high, the ECAC will be hosting an April Fool Fashion Show and Tea. The club will then pay balance to print the book. The cost of buying a coloring book has not been priced yet. Anyone is welcome to submit their art by March 1, more details regarding submissions can be…

February 1, 2017

Ellwood City Hospital Auxiliary- Hockman Valentine Candy Sale

Not sure what to get your valentine for Valentines Day? Luckily, Ellwood City Hospital is hosting a Hockman Candy Sale right in time for the romantic holiday. An assortment of appropriately themed candies and chocolate can be obtained from Hockman Candy, Friday, Feb. 3 from 7a.m. – 3p.m. in the Ellwood City Hospital back dining room.

February 1, 2017

February “Crime Watch” Meeting Rescheduled

Mayor Court has canceled the “Crime Watch” Meeting that was scheduled for Thursday, February 16, 2017. The meeting is being rescheduled for Thursday, March 30, 2017 @ 6:30 pm in Council Chambers. Hope to see many residents at the meeting.