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Articles by EllwoodCity.org Staff

May 18, 2017

PHOTOS: Levi the Giraffe Helps Man Propose to Girlfriend

One of the most popular to-do’s near Ellwood City lies a quaint zoo full of fun for not only kids – but adults too. Living Treasures Wild Animal Park in Moriane offers an up close experience to their guests – the ability to feed and touch many of the exotic animals residing in the park. The zoo is also well known for the loving giraffes that commonly reach their long necks over the fence to greet guests, and in this case, pose with happy couples for their proposal photos. “Every now and then, we get to be a part of…

May 17, 2017

2017 Graduate Submissions

With high school graduation around the corner, EllwoodCity.org is now taking graduate submissions to appear on our website. Submissions can be sent electronically to ecstaff@ellwoodcity.org or a hard copy can be filled out in the Color Center on Lawrence Avenue. Please remit a color photo with the information you provide: Graduate Name: Parents Name(s): Grandparent(s), Other(s): School District: Party Info (date, location, etc): Awards, Scholarships, Accolades: Fututre Scholastic Plans/Info (college/university, planned major, etc):   Lincoln High School’s graduation date is Thursday, June 1st and Riverside is Wednesday, May 31st, 2017.

May 17, 2017

Ellwood City Primary Election Results

The primary election results for Ellwood City and surrounding Lawrence County areas have been posted on Lawrence County’s official website. Republican incumbents, Connie MacDonald and David DeCaria lost to their challengers, running mates Rob Brough, John Cress, Brandon Fisher, and Lisa Guerrera, by over 100 votes. According to the site, Guerrera led the Republican party with 323 votes, Brough followed closely behind with 320, Cress with 305, and Fisher with 285. DeCaria finished with 173 votes – one more than MacDonald’s 172 votes. Democratic incumbent Michelle Lamenza lead the Democratic party with 335 votes – only five votes more than…

May 17, 2017

New Castle Playhouse Auditions

The New Castle Playhouse is holding auditions for an upcoming musical next Monday May 22. Official flyer with additional information below:

May 16, 2017

NOTICE: Meals On Wheels in Search of Drivers

Want to make a difference in the local community? Meals On Wheels is in search of drivers for the local Ellwood City area. Drivers would deliver once every 3 weeks from 10:15a.m. to 12:00p.m. Meals are picked up at the hospital. Volunteer hours can be used towards community service. To volunteer, call 724-752-9413

May 15, 2017

School Board and Council: Primary Election Tuesday

Primary election for running candidates on both school board and council will be held tomorrow. There are four seats up for election on school board and council. Running for school board are incumbents Anthony Buzzelli, Kathy Pansera and Renee Pitrelli who will be running against newcomers Norm Boots, Kathy McCommons and Barbra Wilson. Running for council are Republican incumbents Council President Connie MacDonald and Council Vice President David DeCaria, Democratic incumbent Councilwoman Michele Lamenza running against Republican newcomers Rob Brough, John Cress, Brandon Fisher and Lisa Gurrera and Democratic newcomers James Barry, Caleb Cragle, John Pansera and Bryan Vincent. Both…

May 15, 2017

Podcast: May 6, 2017

After taking a short break on the weekly Podcasts, our journalist Cassandra and WXED’s resident DJ Nikki have teamed back up to bring Ellwood City their Weekly News Wrap-Up every Saturday at 6p.m.    

May 13, 2017

WPIAL Playoffs Are Set: Defending Champs Rule Supreme

After the conclusion of stellar regular seasons for two local sporting clubs, the WPIAL announced its Championship Brackets with no surprises to those who follow the programs – Ellwood City Wolverines softball (15-0 overall) and Riverside Panthers baseball (15-1 overall) teams received top seeds and byes in their respective Class-3A Championship brackets. For the Wolverines, they will see their first action on Wednesday, May 17th and will face the winner of the 8/9 matchup – #8 Burrell Buccaneers (7-7) will first play #9 McGuffey Highlanders (7-11) at North Allegheny High School on Monday, May 15th at 5:00pm. Senior pitcher Skyla…

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May 12, 2017

May 11, 2017

Mother’s Day in Ellwood City

Unsure of what to get the special mothers in your life for Mother’s Day this Sunday? Here’s a list of gift ideas local to the Ellwood City Community:       Take her to a Mother’s Day Event: Windy Ridge Dairy: Bring mom out for a $1.00 sundae on Saturday May 13th! We will be open till 9pm! We will have hot fudge, black raspberry, and salted caramel toppings! Mother’s Day Tea: First United Methodist Church invites you to attend a Mother’s Day Tea from 11am-1pm. The Fashion Show starts at 11am. Tickets are $10 for adults 13 and up,…