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January 24, 2017

POLICE: Two Charged With Marijuana Possession

Two Charged with Marijuana Possession Joseph Edward Haybarger, 20, of Ellwood City, and Anthony Booker, 18, of New Castle, were both charged after an incident that occurred on Jan. 17. According to the criminal complaint, an officer was traveling behind a vehicle operated by Haybarger when the officer noticed the passenger side window was down and the smell of marijuana was emitting from the car. The officer stopped the vehicle and as Haybarger opened his driver side window the smell of suspected marijuana was again emanating from the vehicle. Haybarger advised that he did possess marijuana and opened up the…

January 24, 2017

11 CCBC Student-Athletes Named to WPCC All-Academic Team

6 ACHIEVE HIGH HONORS  Monaca, PA – Eleven Community College of Beaver County student-athletes earned a place on the Fall 2016 Western Pennsylvania Collegiate Conference (WPCC) All-Academic Team. Six women’s volleyball players and five men’s basketball players were regionally recognized for achieving honors or high honors in the classroom. “These student-athletes bring integrity and commitment to all they do, both in the classroom and in their respective sports,” commented John Ashaolu, Director of Athletics and Student Programs. “Our mission is to educate and help our student-athletes grow and we are proud of their accomplishments.” To be eligible for the award,…

January 23, 2017

Audition for the Tamburitzans

The opportunity to audition for The Tamburitzans 2017-2018 season begins February 8 and students are welcome to try out to be part of “America’s treasured cultural tradition.” The Tamburitzans is a Duquesne University group-effort tradition consisting of an array of talented students who have awed crowds for almost 80 years. “Year after year, generation after generation, The Tamburitzans dazzle audiences across the country with elaborate costumes and incredibly versatile musicians, singers, and dancers,” their official website states. The main idea of the Tammies is to promote diversity of cultural heritages through performance and folk arts, while also enjoying the experiences…

January 23, 2017

PodCast: Welcoming the New Year

Weekly News Wrap Up is back to the normal time, airing Saturday at 6p.m. on WXED, Ellwood City’s official radio station.  

January 18, 2017

Mohawk School District Closed After Testing Positive for E. Coli in Water

According to a news source, all Mohawk district schools are closed today after receiving positive results of the potentially deadly E. Coli bacteria contaminating the water at the districts high school location. The districts elementary school is provided water from a different system and their water remains uncontaminated, however the school is still closed. After the heavy rain we have received in the area over the past few days, it’s not surprising that some water sources have become contaminated, many times due to overflowing sewers. The schools superintendent released the following statement: “This message is to inform you that school…

January 18, 2017

Calling All Brides – We’ve Got FREE Tickets!

Wedding planning is exciting, stressful, and time-consuming, let us help you check things off your to-do list this month! Local wedding vendors will be showcasing their capabilities at upcoming shows in the area and they are giving away free tickets to local brides who wish to attend!   *To reserve your FREE Tickets, choose a show/vendor and give them a call! January 21st & 22nd Cavanaugh’s Bride Show Wyndham Grand, Pittsburgh Dot & Bow Paperie, located in Ellwood City has 8 Free tickets available. Call to Reserve Your Tickets 724-824-7504   https://www.brideshow.com/bridal-show/wyndham.htm   January 29th New Castle Bridal Show &…

January 17, 2017

POLICE: Two Charged in Christmas Burglary Attempt

According to the criminal complaint, two males will be facing burglary charges after an incident that occurred on Christmas Day at approximately 11:45p.m. at a residence on Spring Avenue. Officers were advised by the reporting party that two males had kicked in the rear door of the house and left the scene in a green Mitsubishi Eclipse. When officers arrived they made contact with the homeowner who stated the two males were William Norris Pearson IV, 25, of Ellwood City, and Ridge Cox, 22, of Ellwood City, and they kicked in the door of his residence and assaulted him by…

January 17, 2017

Lawrence County Humane Society’s Second Annual Homeless to Home Event

There is plenty of time to clear your schedule for the Lawrence County Humane Society’s second annual Homeless to Home event to benefit pets awaiting adoption. The event will be at Cascade Park in New Castle and it supports the Lawrence County Humane Society, admission is free. Official flyer below:  

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January 16, 2017

Andrew Stiles, Jr., 81

Mr. Andrew Stiles, Jr., 81, of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2017 in the Ellwood City Hospital. Mr. Stiles was born on August 19, 1935 in Coalport, Pa to the late Andrew and Vanda Gmerek Stiles, Jr. Andy had served with the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1960, and was reactivated for 4 months during the Berlin Crisis. He worked at the Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill in Beaver Falls from 1955 until his retirement in 1986 as a torch operator. In his younger years he enjoyed hunting and golfing. Mr. Stiles is survived by his wife,…

January 16, 2017

Fred M. Smith, 74

Mr. Fred M. Smith, 74, of Ellwood City passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2017 in his residence. Mr. Smith was born on September 7, 1942 in New Castle to the late Elizabeth Feinstein Slater. He is a member of the Neshannock High School class of 1961. Fred enlisted with the U.S. Navy on March 28, 1962 and served on the USS Page County as a diesel mechanic until his discharge on June 27, 1966. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. Fred had worked at Rockwell in New Castle from 1973 until the plant closed in 1991. He…