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January 14, 2022

Gun Show To Take Place In February

The Castlewood Rod and Gun Club is sponsoring a Gun Show this year on February 26th and 27th. The two day even will take place at the Wurtemburg Perry Fire Hall in Ellwood City. The public is invited to this event where you will be able to buy, sell and trade firearms and accessories for trade, sale and exhibit. There will be plenty of free parking, good food, door prizes both days, and there will be 24 hour security. There will be about 90, eight foot tables available and cost $25.00 each and will need claimed by 10:00 a.m. Dealers…

January 13, 2022

Historical Society Updates From First Meeting Of 2022

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society held their first general meeting for the year 2022 on Monday January 10th. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag led by Guy Prestia, a World War II veteran. The first order of business was the installation of officers elected in November, led by past president Al Kocher. The new officers, Everett Bleakney, President; Andy Kindle, 1st Vice President; Bob Morabito, 2nd Vice President; Lois Liebendorfer, Secretary; and Charles as Treasurer. Dana Baker and Alexis Estabrook were elected as Board Members for a three year period. Al described the…

January 13, 2022

PennDOT Promotes Safe Driving During Winter Driving Awareness Week

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is highlighting safe driving tips in conjunction with Winter Driving Awareness Week, which runs through January 15. As the region recently experienced its first snowfall, drivers should prepare their vehicles for the winter by checking fluid levels, lights, defrosters and windshield wiper blades, in addition to ensuring proper tire air pressure and adequate tread depth. If maintaining the vehicle is a challenge for the owner, these minor checks can be conducted by an auto care professional. Emergency kits should be replenished each season to keep motorists and their passengers safe in the event they…

January 12, 2022

Wilmington Greyhounds Defeat Trinity On Senior Night

The Wilmington hockey team defeated Trinity at Hess Ice Rink on Senior Night by a score of 7-6. The seniors class honored prior to the game were Ayden Leslie (Mohawk), Bo Leslie (Mohawk), Cody Williams (Ellwood), Dom Serafino (Wilmington), Drake Tomak (Ellwood), Josh Work (New Castle), Logan Popovich (Wilmington), and Tyler Girman (New Castle). The Greyhounds got on the board first with goals by Williams assists to Tomak and Work and Davis Phanco (Wilmington) from Noah Monstwil (Mohawk) and Justin Girman (New Castle). After the Hilltoppers scored,  Wilmington finished off the first period with a 3-1 lead on Williams second…

January 11, 2022

Ellwood City Borough Looking For New Patrolman

Applications are being accepted for the position of full time Borough of Ellwood City Patrolman. An application is required to be completed and submitted with a non-refundable fee of $35.00 to the Borough of Ellwood City, c/o Borough Secretary at 525 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City, PA, 16117. All applications must be submitted by Friday, February 4th, 2022. All applicants must be 21 years of age or older, have a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license, possess an accredited high school diploma or GED equivalent, and be certified by MPOETC Act 120 training. Each applicant is to be medically and physically fit for…

January 10, 2022

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of January 10th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. PLEASE 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. WE’RE OPEN The Library is open. Newspapers, magazines and toys will not be available for the time being. Masks are required to be worn, covering mouth and nose, while in…

January 7, 2022

106th Pennsylvania Farm Show Available To View On PCN

The Pennsylvania Farm Show returns for a week long series of events. The show is the largest agricultural showcase in the United States. For over 25 years, PCN has dedicated a full week in January to giving the citizens of Pennsylvania the Pennsylvania Farm Show experience. With the return of in-person events, PCN is harvesting more coverage this year by bringing you popular events such as Sheep-to-Shawl, Rabbit Hopping Contest, Rodeo, and much more! Coverage of the Pennsylvania Farm Show is sponsored in part by Weis Markets. For more information, visit pcntv.com/farm-show. Going to the Farm Show? Visit PCN’s booth…

January 7, 2022

Pennsylvania Farm Show To Be In Person This Year

Sen. Elder Vogel, R-47, chair of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, today applauded the fact that the Pennsylvania Farm Show, starting on Saturday, Jan. 8, is back as an in-person event. “While COVID-19 forced the show to be virtual last year, the 2022 agricultural expo will draw plenty of visitors to the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg between Jan. 8 and Jan. 15, and that’s a good thing for Pennsylvania and the state’s agricultural industry,” said Sen. Vogel, a fourth generation dairy farmer who operates his family’s farm in New Sewickley Township, Beaver County….

January 5, 2022

Ellwood City Area Historical Society To Hold First Meeting Of 2022

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society is pleased to announce they will hold their first meeting of 2022 Monday, January 10 at 7:00 pm. Officers and board directors that were elected in November 2021, will be installed. The guest speaker for the evening will be Andrew Henley who will speak about “The Foundations of Lawrence County”. Andrew W. Henley is from Edinburg, Mahoning Township, Lawrence County. Henley resides on an eligible Bicentennial Farm, in which his family has resided since 1808. Through these engraved ties to the county, Henley has dedicated his life to public service through his work with…

January 4, 2022

Lane Restrictions On Route 65 Put In Place

PennDOT District 11 is announced lane restrictions on Route 65 in North Sewickley and Franklin townships, Beaver County, that began on Monday, January 3rd. Single-lane alternating traffic controlled by flaggers will occur on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through late January on Route 65 at the County Club Bridge. Additionally, lane restrictions will occur on Mercer Road (Route 1006) and Country Club Road. Crews from KCI Technologies, Inc. will conduct drilling to locate subsurface utilities. Motorists are advised to use caution, allow extra time, and expect changing traffic patterns when traveling through the area. Motorists can check conditions…