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February 27, 2017

Samuel L. Lample, 79

Mr. Samuel L. Lample, 79, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2017 in his residence. Mr. Lample was born on August 26, 1937 in Ellwood City to the late Martin and Anna Petro Lample. He had graduated from Lincoln high School with the class of 1955. He had worked at the Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill, the Ellwood City U.S. Steel Tube Mill, Butler Auto Auction, and Walmart. Sam is survived by his sister, Anna Marie Brenneman of Pittsburgh, and his brother, William (Barbara) Lample of New Jersey. As per Sam’s wishes there will not be a…

February 27, 2017

Ellwood City Area Public Library Activities for Week of Feb. 27, 2017

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Wednesday, March 1, 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. Wednesday, March 1, at 3:00 p.m. – Creative Writing Workshop for students in 7th grade and up. The group meets twice each month to share their work and discuss writing tips and techniques. Call the library for more…

February 27, 2017

Prom Dreams Hosting 3rd Annual Free Prom Dress Giveaway

Prom is right around the corner and unfortunately many high school girls miss out on the once in a lifetime experience because of finances, and that’s why Prom Dreams in New Castle is hosting their 3rd annual free prom dress giveaway. Local girls who are in need of a prom dress are invited to the event, taking place at Feed My Sheep on Long Ave. in New Castle on March 25th. Official flyer below.

February 24, 2017

Local Gym Offers Everything To Get Your Body Ready for Summer

It’s Time Fitness is excited to be expanding their body enhancing services; while the company already offers a gym and salon to the community, they are adding a tanning salon to the list right in time for spring break. With no appointment needed, Big Time Tan will provide the option to utilize a variety of different tanning bed levels, HT42 for a duration of 11 minutes, HT54 for a duration of 10 minutes, HT60 for a duration of 8 minuets, and not 1 but 2 Hollywood Tan High Pressure Tanning beds that is 10 minutes maximum tan with 36 HP…

February 24, 2017

Panthers Fall to North Catholic in Quarterfinals

A complete defensive gem was seen at Sewickley Academy as Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic’s suffocating zone defense caused fits for Riverside all night long. It was was a theme across the Class-3A quarterfinals as three of the four games combined to score no more than the 87 points in North Catholic’s 55-32 victory. The 3-seeded Trojans never trailed in the game, led by as many as 29 points, and forced 21 Panther turnovers. Kenny Fukon scored 21 for the Trojans, followed by eight a piece for Zach Offi and Vinnie DiNicola. DiNicola recorded a half dozen steals to lead the…

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February 24, 2017

Larry DeBlaso, Jr., 63

Mr. Larry DeBlaso, Jr., 63, of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2017 in the Good Samaritan Hospice. Larry was born on September 12, 1953 in Ellwood City to the late Lawrence and Mary Lapenta DeBlaso, Sr.. He is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1972, and the Holy Redeemer Parish. Larry had worked at G.K. Garrett’s for 13 years, Fishers Big Wheel for 10 years, American Asbestos for 10 years, Airway Industries for 10 years, and OSG (Opening Solutions Group) as the Director of Quality Control for several years. He enjoyed working with computers,…

February 23, 2017

Medical Company Buys Old L&N Building

With the ongoing concern of the hospital potentially closing, many Ellwood residents are thankful to hear that medical companies are still investing in the local community. Council awarded the sale of the old Ellwood City owned L&N building located in Ellport to Worksite Medical, proceeding their bid of $375,000 for the property. The building was named after its original occupant, a North-Wales based company, Leeds & Northup, which relocated in 1997, leaving the property to industrial authorities until 2010 when the Borough took ownership of the property. The Borough received another bid on the property in 2010 of $750,000 but refused…

February 23, 2017

Lady Panthers Advance, Riverside Boys To Play Tonight

Riverside junior point guard Sydney Wolf scored a game high 18 points for the Lady Panthers as they secured a first round victory its WPIAL Playoff action Wednesday night in Peters Township. The Panthers pulled away from what became a close game to gain a 47-39 victory over Brownsville.  The Panthers led by double digits at halftime but had to hold on what became a four point game at the end of the third quarter. Bekah Bettencourt connected on three 3-points for Riverside to finish with nine points while her sister Lauren chipped in with 8 points for the victorious…

February 23, 2017

Notice of Tax Office Hours

As of March 7, the tax office located in the Municipal Building will be open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12p.m. to 2p.m. until further notice.

February 22, 2017

Fashion Show and Tea

The Ellwood City Art Club will be hosting an “April Fool Fashion Show and Tea” event, Saturday April 1, 2017 from 1p.m.-3:30p.m. The event will take place at Day Springs Gifts, 316 6th Street, Ellwood City, and will include tea, cookies, music, and entertainment. Proceeds go to producing a coloring book featuring new and seasoned artists from the local community. Adult tickets are $7, 18 and under are $5.