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May 14, 2021

PHOTOS: EC Softball Drops Section Finale To South Park, Turns Attention To WPIAL Playoffs

Last week, the Wolverines traveled to South Park and cruised to a 12-3 victory, but on Wednesday evening, the Eagles turned the tables and cruised to a 9-2 win on Ellwood City Senior Night. Ellwood City seniors Maria Ioanilli and Makinley Magill were recognized prior to the game as part of the Senior Night festivities. The Wolverines started fast as Senior Maria Ioanilli smashed the first pitch of the inning over the wall in left center field for a quick 1-0 lead. South Park took the 3-1 lead in the third inning on back to back singles and a 3-run…

May 14, 2021

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: A theft was reported as a pressure washer was taken from a residence on Van Gorder Mill Road, Perry Township. According to a PA State Police report, between the dates of March 10 and May 1, 2021, the pressure washer, a G3050HR Karcher G3050 OHR, valued at $450.00, was taken from the residence. The investigation is ongoing. HARASS PHYSICAL CONTACT: Pennsylvania State Police were dispatched to a home on Old Route 18, New Beaver Boro, on April 24 at 11:24 p.m. after receiving a call that a 65 year old female and 67 year old man were arguing. Upon…

May 14, 2021

Ellwood City School District Receives $7,481 State Grant

The Ellwood City Area School District was awarded a $7,481 state grant by the Department of Agriculture, according to Senator Elder Vogel. The school district will use the Ag & Youth Program funding for the Garden at Perry Project. The Pennsylvania Ag & Youth Grant Program provides direct and matching grants to help fund eligible projects, programs and equipment purchases conducted or made by organizations composed mainly of youth and organized to promote development in agriculture, community leadership, vocational training, and peer fellowship. “It’s good to see the state take an active role in promoting agricultural studies and activities in…

May 13, 2021

4-PEAT! Riverside Boys Track Takes Home WPIAL Championship

The Panthers set WPIAL history Wednesday becoming the first Class 2A track team to win four consecutive titles. The championship also makes Riverside the only Class 2A track team to win 7 WPIAL Championships. Riverside defeated Greensburg Central Catholic (84-64), South Park (95-55) and Shenango (77-73) to capture its 2021 championship. [VIEW BRACKET] Shenango had upset Riverside early this season, snapping the Panther’s section streak of 116 consecutive wins in the process.  The victory was sweet revenge for Riverside “First, it was a total team effort,” says head coach Chuck Kotuby. “I can’t say enough about our distance team as…

May 13, 2021

Wolf to Increase Indoor & Outdoor Events and Gatherings Maximum Capacity on May 17

The Wolf Administration announced Monday that event and gathering maximum occupancy limits will be increased to 50 percent for indoor events and gatherings and 75 percent for outdoor events and gatherings effective Monday, May 17 at 12:01 AM. “As more Pennsylvania adults get vaccinated and guidance from the CDC evolves, we can continue to move forward with the commonwealth’s reopening efforts,” said Governor Wolf. “We recognize the significant strain businesses have faced during COVID-19 mitigation efforts. Throughout the last year and half, we have seen businesses continue to put the safety of their patrons first and I believe they will…

May 13, 2021

HITCHED: Spring Into Love

Springtime means warmer weather, blooming flowers, cooler drinks, and outdoor activities.  Think pretty pastels, blooming cherry blossoms, and fresh greenery! This spring has been a complete rebound from twelve months ago when the COVID-19 pandemic gripped our communities and cancelled social events such as weddings and receptions. Now, outdoor events are re-emerging, bringing in summer with celebratory events, and what better way to move into the oncoming summer season than with a glorious wedding. Here’s a list of those locals from Lawrence County who took the next step in the relationship with saying “I Do” or those who decided their…

May 12, 2021

SPORTS ROUND-UP: EC Softball Shuts Down BF, Junior High Finishes Season 7-2; EC Baseball Wins Over Mohawk

Two Ellwood City teams collected victories Tuesday afternoon with the Ellwood City Softball team defeating Beaver Falls 10-0 and the Wolverine Baseball team defeating Mohawk 7-1. The Ellwood City Junior High Softball team fell to Laurel, but finished their regular season play with a 7-2 record. Ellwood City Lady Wolverines Shut Down Beaver Falls The Wolverines traveled to Beaver Falls on Tuesday and returned with a 10-0 victory. The Mercy Rule ended the contest after 5 innings. Ellwood City started quickly as they plated three runs in the first. Kyla Servick and Aliya Garroway walked and moved to second and…

May 12, 2021

Panthers Track & Field Team Looking For WPIAL 4-Peat

The Riverside boys track & field team have chance to win a fourth straight team track championship on Wednesday at the WPIAL Track Championships at Peters Township. The Class-AA championships begin at 3:00 p.m. [VIEW BRACKET] This year’s championship has four very good teams according to head coach Chuck Kotuby. “I feel Shenango, and Greensburg Central Catholic will be the teams to beat,” said Kotuby. “Both teams are well balanced and have some exceptional athletes in every event.” Kotuby says the team’s strength is the distance team, being coached by former Riverside and Pitt distance runner Clint Kotuby. “We have…

May 12, 2021

Riverside Announces Youth Football Signups

The Riverside Youth Football has announced signups fore 2021 season. Signups have already began but there is still plenty of time to sign your child up to play. The Sign Up Location is at Franklin Community Park in Ellwood City. Sign Up Days are as follows: Thursday—May 13th 6-8pm Saturday— May 29th 10-12 noon Thursday— June 10th 6-8pm Saturday— June 26th 10-12 noon Last Day to Sign Up: July 12th the first week of practice/conditioning The youth football team works closely with high school coaches to give the kids the knowledge they need to know when they get to high…

May 11, 2021

Riverside High School 2021 Prom

Riverside High School held their 2021 prom this past Friday May 7th. The promenade took place at Riverside High School where students walked through both the gymnasium and auditorium for friends and family to see. The dance was held at Rustic Meadows Farms in Darlington, Pennsylvania. The prom court was selected earlier in the week and the king and queen were crowned at the end of promenade. The prom queen was Taryn Schmdit and the prom king was Ethan Geist. Congratulations to both individuals! Pictured below: Front Row: Iris Schweiger, Taryn Schmidt, Emma Beachem, Samantha Finch, Haylee Anderson; Back Row: Hayden…