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January 4, 2017

Bernstine Takes Oath of Office to Begin First Term in PA House

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) took the oath of office Tuesday, marking the beginning of his first term representing the 10th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. “I am deeply grateful to the people of the district for giving me their confidence to represent their interests and concerns in Harrisburg, and I am honored to begin this work in earnest,” said Bernstine. “This session begins with very serious challenges and I am ready to work hard to meet the expectations of the residents of the district.” Prior to running for state representative, Bernstine divided his professional time…

January 3, 2017

Police Reports: New Years Public Drunkenness

New Years Public Drunkenness According to the police report, Ellwood officers were requested by the Wampum Police to assist with a publicly drunk female on Jan. 1, 2017. By the time the officers had arrived the Wampum Police had Jody Vankirk, 41, of New Castle, who was inappropriately dressed, detained. Vankirk was being “extremely out of control and intoxicated” while at the station. After she was released officers were called again in regards to the woman damaging items at a friends house and throwing things into the street. Vankirk is being cited with criminal mischief and disorderly conduct.   DUI…

January 3, 2017

Pizza Joe’s Benefit for Riverside Varsity Softball

Join Pizza Joe’s in Ellwood today, to benefit Riverside High School Varsity Softball team and take advantage of the coupon below. Patrons need to only show the coupon from their phones and do not need to print out the flyer/graphic.

December 30, 2016

New Years Eve Events

Looking for something to do while the ball drops? Check out these events going on:       1810 Tavern Location: 234 Bridge St, Beaver, PA 15009 Time: 8:30p.m.-? Cover Charge: none RSVP: N/a Entertainment: Blues performed by Dan Bubien.   Thursday’s Restaurant Location: 410 Wolfe Ln, Beaver, PA 15009 Time: 9p.m.-12a.m. Cover Charge: $35 includes food and drink RSVP: N/a Entertainment: Mystery DJ, champagne toast.   The Club at Shadow Lakes Location: 2000 Beaver Lakes Blvd, Aliquippa, PA 15001 Time: 7p.m.-12a.m. Cover Charge: $150 per couple RSVP: Yes, taken through Saturday, call 724-375-5511 Entertainment: Chris Denem (Neil Diamond impersonator) will…

December 29, 2016

Bonus: Top Five Police Reports for 2016

Along with part one and two of our annual top-ten articles for the year series, we had a lot of views on our police reports this year so we decided to tally up the top five and do a bonus round:   5 Charged After this Mornings Shooting A robbery and shooting occurred on Loop Street on August 30, which resulted in five suspects charged for involvement. Man Stabbed at Local Bar This recent police report happened on Nov. 11, when two brothers, Zachary and Joseph Pounds of Ellwood caused a disturbance at Hazel Manor. The two brothers have been…

December 28, 2016

Police Reports

Fight Breaks Out After Wife is Called a “Fat Rhino” According to the police report, on Dec. 22, police were dispatched to 5th St. for a fight in progress. A physical fight had broken out between Carl Claypoole, 20, and a juvenile family member after the teen had called Claypoole’s wife a “fat rhino.” Claypoole had an active bench warrant in Mercer County and was advised to turn himself in to Mercer County authorities. Both males were cited for disorderly conduct.   Woman Uses Fake Identity to Receive Narcotics According to the police report, on Dec. 20, officers were dispatched…

December 28, 2016

The Top 10 Stories of 2016, Part 2

The top ten stories of 2016 concludes today with Part 2 and the five most popular articles of the year. Part 1 can be viewed here. We thank all our readers for contributing to our one million plus page views this year.   Protestors Outside of the Municipal Building After organizing a protest against Ellwood Electric, a few Ellwoodians took the opportunity to express their concerns about the electric utility.   Opinion: Replacing St. Agatha was a Mistake Our previous journalist, Jonathon Cortez, gives his opinion on the destruction of St. Agatha – the old abandoned church that was knocked…

December 27, 2016

The Top 10 Stories of 2016, Part 1

In following previous years’ tradition, EllwoodCity.org brings the calendar to a close with the top 10 most popular stories of 2016. Today is Part 1 in a 2-part series. We thank all our readers for contributing to our one million plus page views this year. Be sure to check back tomorrow for Part 2. The EllwoodCity.org staff wishes everyone a safe and happy 2017!   Pennsylvania American Water: Updates About Chromium-6 in Drinking Water Following the ongoing concern regarding the new water treatment plant scheduled to be built in the New Year, Pennsylvania American Water Company updated us on the…

December 27, 2016

Holiday Parking Ends Dec. 31

Reminder: the current holiday parking resolution of two free hours at all metered spaces in Ellwood will officially be lifted on December 31st and meter parking will resume as normal.

December 23, 2016

A Non-White Christmas in Ellwood City

Santa’s reindeer might have a hard time sledding his sleigh through the snow in Ellwood for Christmas – since it appears there will likely be none. According to the weather forecast, high temperatures for the weekend are expected to be around 50 degrees, with lows around 32. The temperature on Monday may peak at a high of almost 60 degrees! Ellwoodians are not the only demographic experiencing higher-than-normal temperatures around Christmas, according to The Washington Post, the North Pole is alarmingly 36 degrees warmer than normal at this time of the year. Anyone anticipating snow for the holidays will have…