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January 12, 2025

Brown Takes Oath of Office for Second Term in PA House

HARRISBURG – Surrounded by family, friends and supporters, Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) was sworn in on Tuesday at the state Capitol to begin her second term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. First elected in 2020, Brown made history as the first Republican to represent the 9th Legislative District since 1952. She is also the first female elected to hold the position in the district. “It is an incredible honor to continue representing the residents of Lawrence County and to serve as their voice in Harrisburg,” said Brown. “Over the past two years, we have made great strides in improving…

January 11, 2025

Balanced Scoring Attacks From Both Teams Lead Wolverines To Sweep of Tigers

Seven Wolverines scored in double figures across the Ellwood City boys and girls basketball teams as the two teams swept a double-header at Beaver Falls Friday night. The Lady Wolverines opened up action Friday night, earning a 53-51 victory behind its balanced offensive attack. Elise Sturgeon (16 points) was among the four Wolverines in double figures. Caitlin Kreitzer and Delaney Sturgeon each collected 13 points and Kayla Jones finished with 10 points for Ellwood City. The Sturgeon cousins each hauled in eight rebounds while Kreitzer dished out eight assists in the victory. Elwood City jumped out to an early 17-4…

January 10, 2025

Fire Engulfs Beaver County Restaurant Thursday Night

Local dispatchers and news outlets reported a devastating blaze engulfing Giuseppe’s Tuscany Grill in Beaver County Thursday night. Fire departments were called to Giuseppe’s Tuscany Grill on Big Beaver Boulevard in Homewood Borough at 9:25 p.m. A fire chief told news outlets that the owner had left the restaurant about an hour before they received the call about the fire. “We did stop it from going into the dining hall area,’ Beaver Falls Fire Chief Mark Stowe told WPXI Thursday night. “The fire was all in the bar area and the kitchen area when we got on scene with heavy…

January 10, 2025

Beaver County Cancer & Heart Association Hosting Inaugural Hearts Afire Gala In February

The Beaver County Cancer & Heart Association will be hosting is Hearts Afire Gala next month! Join BCCHA for the Inaugural Hearts Afire Gala on Saturday, February 22, 2025 where elegance meets entertainment for an unforgettable evening! The gala will take place at The Willows, 1830 Midland-Beaver Road, Industry, PA. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. This black-tie optional event (formal attire required) is the perfect excuse to gather your family, friends, and coworkers for a night of glamour and giving back. All proceeds will benefit the Beaver County Cancer & Heart Association, helping provide vital education, programs, and services to…

January 10, 2025

HITCHED: Fall Into Love

As the year wrapped up, fall and early winter wedding season arrived. The weather got colder and many pivoted into holiday mode but many couples still celebrated the last few months of 2024 by saying “I Do”. According to a Knot.com Real Weddings Study for 2024, one of the most popular day to get married was September 21, 2024. Additionally, October 19, 2024 was another top date, conveniently close to Halloween allowing couples to incorporate some eerie and mysterious elements into their wedding decor if they so desire. October was still the most popular month to wed in the United…

January 9, 2025

ECASD Board of Directors Hires Superintendent

The Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors voted to hire Dr. Amy Anderson as Superintendent for a five-year contract beginning July 1, 2025, pending completion of contract. Board President Jennifer Tomon said Anderson’s salary will be $150,000 per year. Director Norman Boots was the only “No” vote and expressed that he believed that Anderson should be paid a lower salary and get salary bumps on a tiered system. Director Kevin Boariu had no doubt that the board picked the right candidate, and that he believes the district has made great progress in areas such as reading. “I don’t…

January 9, 2025

Ellwood Area Family Center Hosting Youth Basketball Sessions

The Ellwood Area Family Center will be hosting two youth basketball sessions beginning later this month. The basketball sessions will be held at the Ellwood Area Family Center on the North Side of Ellwood City on Thursday evenings beginning on Thursday, January 23rd.  The clinic will run four five consecutive Thursdays and will be available for ages 3-5 and ages 6-8. Each weekly session will be one hour in length.  Ages 3-5 will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and ages 6-8 will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The cost for the program is $45.00…

January 9, 2025

Bernstine Takes Oath of Office, Committed to Protecting Second Amendment Rights, Fighting Wasteful Spending

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) was sworn into office today at the state Capitol, proudly assuming his role as the representative for the 8th Legislative District. “I am honored by the trust the people of the 8th District have placed in me and remain committed to protecting Second Amendment rights, fighting wasteful government spending, educating our children, and advancing policies that strengthen Pennsylvania’s economy and support small businesses,” said Bernstine. Bernstine has been appointed to serve on the House Insurance, Intergovernmental Affairs and Operations, Labor and Industry and Transportation committees for the 2025-26 legislation session. Bernstine brings to Harrisburg a…

January 8, 2025

Vogel, Sworn in for Fifth Term, Prioritizes Jobs, Fiscal Responsibility, and Agricultural Advancements in PA

HARRISBURG – Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47), who today was sworn in to serve his fifth term with the Pennsylvania State Senate, plans to focus on prioritizing jobs, fiscal responsibility, and agricultural advancements in Pennsylvania. As the new session begins, Vogel will be shifting his focus to addressing several agricultural advancements, specifically modernizing Pennsylvania’s Over Order Premium to improve its effectiveness and fairness within the dairy industry, as well as helping develop policies that use taxpayer dollars wisely and increase family-sustaining jobs. “With the start of any new legislative session comes the time for fresh ideas and developing new paths forward to…

January 6, 2025

Lilly Takes 1st Place In MAC Wrestling Championships, Wolverines Finish 9th Overall

Senior Gabe Lilly took 1st place in the 160 pound weight class at the 2025 Ed Driscoll MAC Tournament Saturday at Laurel High School. Lilly pinned Rook Smith (Montour) at 5:54 in the championship match to earn the victory.  Lilly earned an opening match victory by fall over Trey Dunlap (Quaker Valley Hs) and a quarterfinals victory by fall over Gannon Bowles (Blackhawk Hs) at 0:41. Fellow Seniors Derek Allen and Logan Shriver took 2nd place in the 114 pound weight class and 4th place in the 127 pound weight class respectively.  Allen was pinned by  Bruce Anderchak (Quaker Valley)…