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July 27, 2021

PHOTO: Final Winner Of The 2021 Beautification Award

Mayor Anthony J. Court announced the final winner of the 2021 Beautification Award. The winner is Dot Mars Corbin of First Avenue. “Dot did an excellent job and her hard work did not go unnoticed! Congratulations, Dot!” said Mayor Court. She was presented with a yard sign and a gift certificate from a local restaurant. This concludes the 2021 Beautification Award. The program was very successful there was 6 winners and over 150 nominations. Thank you all! We are looking forward to next year. The other winners include (in order with link to article): Emrica Shaffer and Michael Frisk of…

July 27, 2021

70th Ellwood City Little League Tournament To Begin Tonight

BATTER UP! The 70th Ellwood City Little League Tournament will begin on Tuesday night at Freidhoff Field. The tournament, which began in 1952, is the second oldest Little League tournament in the country next to the Little League World Series which is in its’ 74th season. Ellwood City will meet Neshannock at 6:00 PM and Riverside will meet Shenango at 8:00 PM. Ellwood City has won the last two titles with a 10-8 victory over Riverside last season and a 4-2 win over Mars in 2019. Ellwood City has the most championships with 14. Beaver Falls, which plays on Wednesday…

July 22, 2021

Prospective Students Can Learn About BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing At Summer Open House

New Castle, PA) A summer open house Aug. 2 will introduce prospective students to BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing’s selection of 19 associate degree and certificate programs, its affordability compared to other regional colleges and universities and the transferability of its credits. The open house is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 2849 W. State St., New Castle. BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing will also waive the $25 fee for prospective students who apply for enrollment at the open house or between July 26 and Aug. 3. Prospective students can apply free by entering the code BC3Bound at apply.bc3.edu. BC3…

July 21, 2021

NOTICE: Ellwood City School Board of Directors Meeting Date Change

In a public meeting notice announcement, the Ellwood City Area School District and its Board of Directors have changed the meeting scheduled on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. from a Committee Meeting to a combined Committee Meeting and General Purpose Meeting of the Board to fill the vacancy on the board and for any other general business purposes that may come before the Board. The meeting will be conducted in the Board Room located in the Lincoln Junior/Senior High School.  

July 20, 2021

Ellwood City Area School District Hires Law Firm To Collect Delinquent Real Estate Taxes

In an effort to maximize the collection of its unpaid school real estate taxes, Ellwood City Area School District has hired the law firm of Portnoff Law Associates, Ltd. to collect its delinquent accounts. Representing over 160 municipalities and school districts across Pennsylvania, Portnoff utilizes state law that allows for the costs of collection to be imposed upon the delinquent property owner, creating immediate incentive to make payment and reducing the burden of collection costs on the overall tax base. Each delinquent property owner will receive a notice setting forth the balance due. Attached to the notice will be a…

July 16, 2021

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: New Castle Police is investigating a report of identity theft in Wayne Township from July 13th. The victim was advised by his employer that they had received a notification that he had applied for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance. However, he made no such claims. New Castle would like to remind everyone to use sound judgement when divulging personal or financial information. Actively monitor your credit report to look for inconsistencies or suspicious activity. Additionally, please visit www.uc.pa.gov to commence a claim for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Fraud. THEFT: New Castle Police was contacted on July 13th to a victim in the…

July 15, 2021

PHOTO: 5th Beautification Award Announced

Mayor Anthony J. Court awarded Bill and Samantha DeJoseph the 5th 2021 Beautification Award. Bill and Samantha reside at 1112 Center Avenue in Ellwood City. “The DeJoseph’s did an outstanding job,” said Mayor Court in a statement. “Congratulations, Bill and Samantha!” The couple received a yard sign to display and a gift certificate from a local restaurant. There is one more Beautification Award for 2021 to be presented. RELATED: Beautification Awards

July 15, 2021

Master Gardeners Host Annual Garden Tour

The Penn State Master Gardeners of Lawrence County are hosting their Fourth Annual Garden Tour on Sunday, July 18th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The tour highlights four area gardens, which can be toured at your own pace. Master Gardeners will be available at each location to answer questions. Each garden will provide an opportunity to view different styles of gardens, a chance to talk to the creators of these gardens and get their input on their gardening experiences, and talk to Penn State Master Gardeners from Lawrence County. Cost for the tour is $10.00. Registration is encouraged. You…

July 14, 2021

Ellwood City Historical Society To Annual Host Fund Drive

Come home to Ellwood City, and participate in the 2021 Annual Fund Drive at the Ellwood City Area Historical Society, Established over 32 years ago in 1988, the Ellwood City Historical Society has been a lasting monument to how the power of community can overcome overwhelming adversity. The Historical Society has united in harmony with one another and the natural world and continues to offer many lessons today. The Historical Society is planning to recognize the best athletes, past and present, who were born in Ellwood City or who went to Lincoln or Riverside High Schools. The sports figures will…

July 12, 2021

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of July 12th

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. Anything printed or copied must be paid for with exact change or check. Newspapers, magazines and toys will not be available for the time…