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February 21, 2024

Allen, Lilly Collect 2nd Place Finishes At WPIAL Sectionals

Wolverines junior wrestlers Derek Allen and Gabe Lilly each collected second place finishes in their respective weight classes at the District 7 Class 2A Sectionals this past Saturday at Greensburg Salem High School. After receiving an opening round bye, Allen, who is now 25-8 on the season, used victories by pinfall and decision to earn a place in the 121-pound championship match. Allen was pinned and defeated by Luca Rosa of Burrell in the championship. Likewise, Lilly, who is now 27-5 on the season, received an opening round bye and used two victories, both by decision, to earn a place…

February 20, 2024

Wolverines Beat Washington 53-36, Advance To Quarterfinals

A strong second quarter propelled the Wolverines to a 53-36 victory over Washington Monday night in its WPIAL 3A opening round playoff contest. After a fast paced first frame that saw Ellwood City lead 17-11, the Wolverines held the Prexies scoreless for more than half the second quarter to separate and extend its lead to 29-15 at intermission. Two third quarter 3-pointers by Nate Williams and 10 second half points by Joseph Roth helped the Wolverines secure the victory. The Wolverines, who never trailed in the game, connected on five 3-pointers in the contest. Roth scored 10 of his game-high…

February 19, 2024

Council Approves YMCA Swimming Pool Management Agreement with No Cost Increase to Community

Ellwood City Borough Council approved the 2024 YMCA swimming pool management agreement for $13,800. Borough Manager Kevin Swogger said there will be no cost increase for community members to use the pool this year and the borough will be releasing more details regarding the pool’s 2024 season as well as activities planned including youth parties and featured DJs. Swogger said the borough is also working on securing the America250PA grant, which helps organizations conducting projects that improve the community and engages volunteers. Projects could include community cleanups, park improvements, revitalization efforts, river sweeps, graffiti abatement, murals, etc. The project must…

February 19, 2024

North Side Primary School Recognizes Second 9-Week Perfect Attendance

North Side Primary School continues to partner with Vinny’s Restaurant and Pizzeria to encourage and reward perfect attendance at school. Any student who did not miss a day in a nine week period earns the chance to win a quarterly attendance incentive that includes a $50 gift card to Vinny’s Restaurant. North Side Primary School prides itself on establishing the connection between students, families, community, and our school district. “On the K-2 level, we recognize that it takes the ENTIRE FAMILY to help our little Wolverines get to school each day,” says school counselor Debbie Wiech in a statement. “We…

February 19, 2024

Unified Bocce Playoffs Begin Tuesday

Ellwood City will host the Unified Bocce playoffs on Tuesday with both Ellwood City and Riverside teams represented. Eight teams on four courts will compete in a two round single elimination tournament. Each division gets two courts. Game start at 3:30 p.m. with Beaver North Division top seed Blackhawk playing #4 Ellwood City and the Lawrence Division top seed Laurel will playing #4 New Castle. The 3-seed Riverside Panthers, who qualified for the playoffs earlier this month, will play #2 Beaver Falls to begin its playoff journey. The 2-seed from Lawrence, Mohawk, will play Shenango to round out the opening…

February 17, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of February 19th

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! 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. –…

February 16, 2024

The Tamburitzans Return To Ellwood City

For the seventh time, The Tamburitzans return to Ellwood City, premiering their newest show, Reflection! This two hour live stage production features music, song and dance from cultures around the world. The event will be held at Lincoln High School at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 17th. Your favorite traditions return to stage, including Croatian, Serbian, Armenia, Bulgaria, Hungarian, Serbia, Slovakia and Ukraine along with dances from the Alpine region and the Jewish culture, and more along with all the enthralling instruments, entrancing costumes and intricate steps you’ve come to love from America’s Longest Running Live Stage Show. 27 Student…

February 16, 2024

NOTICE: Franklin Township Rezoning Request

According to information made available by the township, the Franklin Township Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 regarding a rezoning request. The hearing will be related to a property owner who owns two parcels of property along Route 288 across from Creek Meadows and where the Mexican Restaurant used to be. The property owner would like the property rezoned from Commercial to R-2. According to the township, he plans to build 108 single-family homes in Franklin Township. The other rezoning will be for North Star Plaza which is currently zoned Industrial and should…

February 14, 2024

Entrepreneurs Forever To Host Small Business Owners Program

Entrepreneurs Forever will host an informational event on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, welcoming business owners from Beaver County. This event marks the launch of a new program — the only one of its kind in the country — making its debut in Beaver. The program, funded by a recent grant secured by Senator Bob Casey, curates small business owners into long-term peer groups that meet monthly for three years to provide mutual support and facilitate business growth. Born in SW Pennsylvania, Entrepreneurs Forever has provided long-term business support to over 1,000 small business owners across four states. Entrepreneurs Forever is…

February 13, 2024

Local Fire, EMS Companies Receive Much-Needed State Grants

Grant funding will be coming to several first responder companies in the 9th Legislative District under a program administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC) within the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), according to Representatives Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) and Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence). Every emergency service organization that completes the application process receives funding. Projects eligible for funding include: construction or renovation of a fire or ambulance company facility, purchase or repair of equipment, training, or reduction of existing debt. “First responders are at the core of our communities,” said Brown. “Emergency medical services (EMS) personnel treat those…