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February 3, 2025

Beaver County Solar Farm In North Sewickley Township Denied Zoning Application

A proposed Beaver County solar farm in North Sewickley Township was denied a zoning application last Thursday. The proposed farm would be built on roughly eighty acres of wooded area. The company leasing the land, Penn Renewables, made its case in front of the zoning board and members of the public at the townships monthly. Penn Renewables partners with landowners and local communities to develop renewable energy projects that are environmentally friendly and safe. According to a published news report, it had to show “minimal impact” to the community but neighbors argued it would have a major impact, citing concerns with flooding and…

February 3, 2025

Ellwood City Moose Featuring Kitchen Re-Opening, Fundraiser & Sub Sale

The Ellwood City Moose has some exciting news and events to share with the Ellwood City community. The club is featuring a big kitchen re-opening this coming Wednesday, February 5th with a new chef, new kitchen hours and extensive new menu. The club has a dinner fundraiser and sub sale on March 1st. KITCHEN ANNOUNCEMENT The Ellwood City Moose Lodge 93 is proud to announce that starting Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 we will be offering a brand-new menu (including Beer-battered Fish on Fridays), regular kitchen hours (Tuesday – Thursday 4-9pm, Fridays and Saturday 3-10pm) created and served by our new…

February 2, 2025

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of February 3rd

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. NOTE The Library has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. HOURS Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m….

January 31, 2025

Wolverines Rout Sto-Rox, Jones Hits 1,000 Career Points

Kayla Jones poured in 15 first half points to lead Ellwood City to a comfortable 74-39 victory over Sto-Rox Thursday night at Lincoln High School. The scoring performance helped Jones top 1,000 career points. The senior guard finished 5-10 shooting with one 3-pointer, two rebounds, and three assists Thursday in the non-section contest. The Wolverines pounced early, scoring 30 first quarter points with Jones accounting for eight points and Delaney Sturgeon adding 12 points. Sturgeon finished with a game-high 21 points (10 rebounds, six steals) for Ellwood City. Caitlin Kreitzer added 20 points (six assists, six steals) for the Wolverines….

January 31, 2025

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

HARASS PHYSICAL CONTACT: Brandon Falen, 50, of Ellwood City, is charged with physical harassment after an incident occurring on January 20th at a residence on Laurel Avenue in Wayne Township. According to a police report, and at approximately 7:34 p.m., police were dispatched to an active domestic involving Falen and his 24-year-old daughter and 22-year-old son. According to the report, Falen had struck his daughter and son with a broom and a hammer which caused minor injuries. Falen was placed under arrest and taken to a nearby hospital for a mental health assessment due to him formally stating he wanted…

January 29, 2025

Koppel Borough To Receive $75,000 For Community Park Project

Koppel Borough will receive $75,000 for its community park project. The funding is part of state funding for six community parks and open space projects in Beaver County. “I’m very pleased to announce state funding to help local communities pay for these worthy projects,” Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47) said. “Creating useful open space and upgrading playgrounds for children expands opportunities for fun, exercise and outdoor recreation.” The grants were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority. GetBlok Farms of Aliquippa will receive $47,500 for its Franklin Avenue open space project. Hopewell Township will receive $86,730 for improvements to the playground…

January 27, 2025

Ellwood City Wolves Club Den Monthly Meeting Update

The Ellwood City Wolves Club Den II met on Wednesday January 22, 2025 at the Connoquenessing Country Club. The Club provided $500 donations to the Divine Grace Ministerium Social Services, Ellwood City Meals on Wheels and $250 to the Lilyville Church of God Food Pantry. The club also welcomed four new members to their public service organization. The club will participate in the annual Ellwood City Arts & Crafts Festival scheduled to be held July 4-6th in Ewing Park. Club members are asked to help at their shelter serving food.  The annual Oktoberfest will be held on Saturday, October 4,…

January 25, 2025

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of January 27th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. NOTE The Library has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. HOURS Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m….

January 25, 2025

Wolverines Knock Off New Brighton 74-66

Kaleb Servick erupted for 17 second half points and Maykel Cuevas and Chris Smiley each knocked home three 3-pointers to lead Ellwood City to a 74-66 victory over New Brighton Friday night. The sophomore guard finished with 21 points (10-15 field goals, five assists, four steals) in the contest. Aaron Lake (18 points, 12 rebounds) joined Servick, Cuevas (12 points), and Smiley (10 points, five assists) in double figures for the Wolverines. Ellwood City led 32-28 at halftime. Lake and Servick combined for 17 of the teams 19 third quarter points but the contest remained a four point game after…

January 22, 2025

PHOTOS: Kerr, Wolverines Defeat Rival Riverside 84-59

Jackson Kerr scored a career high 21 points to lead Ellwood City to its Riv-Ell Cup victory over Riverside Tuesday night. The Wolverines raced out ahead early and poured in eight three pointers in the contest as they cruised to the 84-59 victory. Ellwood City led 18-6 after the first frame powered by scoring contributions by four starters. In the second quarter, guard Kaleb Servick knocked home two 3-pointers as part of a Ellwood City’s 23 point barrage. The Wolverines 41-24 at halftime. In the third quarter Kerr came to life, knocking home a 3-pointers and added 12 points in…