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December 26, 2022

Erin Lechner Receives First ECCHF Scholarship

Erin Jenna Lechner is the recipient of the first scholarship given by Ellwood City Community Health Foundation. Erin is a graduate of Lincoln High School in 2018, Grove City College in 2022, and is now enrolled in Chatham University’s Physician Assistant Studies. Erin plans to work in the Beaver/Lawrence/Butler County area after she is a certified Physician Assistant. In March 2023, the Ellwood City Community Health Foundation scholarship application for 2023-2024 will be available on their website www.ellwoodcitychf.org. The Ellwood City Community Health Foundation has awarded a grant for $2,120 to Twelve Loaves Soup Kitchen located in New Brighton for…

December 23, 2022

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of December 26

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 and Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m….

December 21, 2022

The Time Brewpub Opens in Former Walnut Ridge School

It’s “The Time” to try something new. The Time Brewpub, at 600 Mount Vernon Dr, Ellwood City, has opened its doors for beers, booze, food, and friends. Owner Tony Joseph has been looking forward to this for 8 years now. His dream finally became reality on his December 7 grand opening. “I’m overwhelmed with how many people have come out so far,” Joseph said. “I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out for our first opening week.” Joseph said like with any business there are learning curves and growing pains, but the kitchen and staff have come full circle…

December 21, 2022

Ellwood City Façade Improvement Program Among Recipients Of Keystone Communities Program Grant

Ellwood City Façade Improvement Program is among the recipients to receive grants awarded through the Keystone Communities Program State Sen. Elder Vogel (R-47) announced on Tuesday. In total, four communities in Beaver and Lawrence counties will benefit from the grants. The Keystone Communities Program supports towns and cities with initiatives that work to create growth and stability while encouraging partnerships between the public and private sectors, all with the goal of building stronger communities, attracting new residents and businesses, and boosting the local economies. The four projects in the 47th Senatorial District receiving grants are: Aliquippa Economic Development Corporation (Beaver…

December 20, 2022

David Allen Attends Last Meeting As Ellwood City Borough Manager; Council Welcomes Kevin Swogger

David Allen attended his last Ellwood City Borough Council Meeting as Borough Manager Monday night. During his four years serving the community, he fought for the sale of the Ellwood City Medical Center following years of controversy following its closing. He also had to manage the city during the pandemic. Council members expressed thanks to Allen and wished him well in his next chapter. Allen hinted that he will still be “around” in a consulting capacity and still involved in community projects. The borough welcomed Kevin Swogger who will replace Allen in the New Year. Swogger, a Lincoln High School…

December 20, 2022

Pickleball To Be Offered At Ellwood City Family Center

Pickleball anyone? Come play the fastest growing sport in the nation! John DiBuono will be leading the weekly indoor sessions that begin Tuesday, January 3, 2022 at the Ellwood City Family Center from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Pickleball will be played every Tuesday through February 28, 2022 and will be ages 12 to 100 and all skill levels. Bring your own paddle if you have one. Extra paddles will be available. “Don’t worry if you have never played, come and learn,” says DiBuono. “You can also come and brush up on your skills before spring.” There will be a $5.00/per…

December 19, 2022

VIDEO: Overnight Fire At Ellwood City Bar

Video from multiple Pittsburgh news outlets showcase a fire that ravaged an Ellwood City bar overnight Monday. According to reports, a fire was reported at the Dog Gone Bar and Grill on First Street at around 12:15 a.m. No one was inside at the time and no injuries were reported. Crews were able to get the fire under control in about a half-hour. The state police fire marshal is expected to investigate the cause of the fire. sources: www.wtae.com, www.cbsnews.com

December 19, 2022

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of December 19

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 and Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m….

December 19, 2022

ECIAHF Extends Christmas Blessing, Next Meeting In January

The Members of the Ellwood City Italian American Heritage Foundation extend their warm Blessed Christmas and New Year Greetings to all Ellwoodians. Due to Family Gatherings and Special Church Attendance our December monthly meeting is cancelled. ECIAHF will resume on Friday January 27, 2023 at Hunter Bros Coffee, 229 Portersville Road, Ellwood City (Old Ellport School). The group meets at 10:00 a.m. with coffee and fixings compliments of Mr. Tim Hunter and will be planning its February Cookie Bowl Sale. Join ECIAHF for fun and friendship. Guests, Potential Members, and New Members are always welcome. 19Any questions phone Barbara at…

December 16, 2022

Roth Hits 1,000 Point Milestone, Wolverines Defeat Western Beaver

Joseph Roth joined rarefied air Thursday night. The 6-foot-6, 195-pound big man poured in 25 points, cresting a 1,000 career point milestone, in the Wolverines 56-45 victory over Western Beaver. Roth, who collected the 1,000th point with a bucket in the third quarter, now joins nine other Ellwood City players, including an other brother and former teammate Steve Antuono, on the list of 1,000 point scorers in Ellwood City Basketball history. On Thursday, Ellwood City kept a steady lead on the host Golden Beavers, leading 26-18 at halftime, and withstanding a 18-point fourth quarter outburst by the Beavers to hold on…