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August 14, 2020

Police Investigating Hit and Run On Route 18

On Wednesday, August 12, at approximately 8:00 pm, PA State Police responded to a report of a hit/run crash in which a motorist was traveling south on Route-18 Big Beaver Boulevard near Possum Hollow Road and struck a metal fence, causing substantial damage, owned by “The Race Place” in New Beaver Boro, Lawrence County. Th accident destroyed six metal poles holding up the fence wiring. Upon arrival to the scene, police examined the scene and interviewed the victim/witnesses. State police discovered a door handle that might have belonged to the vehicle near the impact site. After checking video survelliance in…

August 14, 2020

Ellwood City Downs Seneca Valley, Advances to Little League Championship

Ellwood City downed Seneca Valley North, 5-3, to advance to the finals of the 69th Ellwood City Little League Tournament at Freidhoff Field on Thursday night.  With some great play from rival Riverside, a rematch between the rivals could decide the championship. On Thursday Ellwood City erased a 3-0 deficit with a five-run rally in the bottom of the fifth inning. Jordan Keller smacked a two-run homer down the right field line to give Ellwood City a 4-3 lead. Carlo Nardone followed with a home run to center field to give Ellwood City a 5-3 lead. Winning pitcher Nate Kennedy…

August 14, 2020

Anova Healthcare Services Hosting Outdoor Hiring Event

Attention RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Caregivers! Anova Healthcare Services is opening a new office next to UPMC Jameson in New Castle. In honor of the opening, they will be hosting an outdoor open house and hiring event. The event will be on Friday August 21 from 1 PM to 4 PM. Visit their tent to enjoy some refreshments, talk to the staff, and if you see fit, fill out an application. Anova Healthcare Services offers quality care services such as: Skilled Nursing Assessments Rehabilitative Nursing Mental Health Nursing Physical/Occupational/Speech Rehabilitation Diabetic Education IV Therapy Ostomy Care Administration of Injections Gastrostomy…

August 13, 2020

EC 12u Softball Team Wins Playoff Thriller Vs Shenango, Advances To Championship Game

At first glance, the semifinal playoff game had all the makings of a great game. Two evenly matched teams were meeting for the third time with both teams collecting a victory. The rubber match that took place at Stiefel Park on Tuesday night was all of that and more. The Lady Wolverines finally took their first lead in their last at bat and hung on for a hard fought 8-6 victory over Shenango. With the win, Ellwood City improved to 14-2 on the season. Shenango got things started quickly in the top of the first inning. The first two batters…

August 12, 2020

Lincoln High School Posts Return to School Plan Survey For Parents

Ellwood City Area School District announced on Tuesday a ‘Return to School Plan Survey’ for Lincoln High School parents via a Google Forms survey published on the district site. [The district is] asking all parents of students in grades 7-12 complete the google form survey by Sunday, August 16 at 10:00 PM. There are currently three options on the table for students in grades 7-12. Parents and students can review the options as well as a Q & A document on the district webpage. If a parent does not complete this survey, then Option 1 will be the assumed option…

August 12, 2020

EC Edges Riverside In Opening Night of Little League Tournament

Ellwood City edged Riverside, 7-6, in the nightcap of the opening night of the 69th Ellwood City Little League Tournament at Freidhoff Field Monday night. In yet another battle of zip code 16117, the crosstown rivals staged a barn burner before a crowd of over 300 fans. Jordan Keller gave Ellwood City a 6-0 lead with a grand slam in the second inning. Carlo Nardone’s solo homer proved to be the game-winner in the fifth inning. Riverside had the tying run at third base and the go-ahead at second base before Ellwood City notched the final out. After Riverside went…

August 11, 2020

ECASD Board to Consider Virtual Broadcasts for Sports Spectators

Ellwood City Area School District’s sports could be virtual for spectators come Fall. The board is set to consider a proposal that would include a $2,000 cost to stream home games. “It is a great way to get our sports out there,” said Interim Superintendent Wes Shipley. With the continuation of Covid-19, state mandated restrictions and regulations will cause a new look to the upcoming sports seasons. This plan to stream the games for spectators will enable parents to still see the kids play via video and will leave room for the most participation by students as cheerleaders and the…

August 11, 2020

Real Estate Transfers For July 2020

Courtesy of the Register & Recorder section of the Lawrence County Government Center in New Castle, the following are real estate transfers from the Ellwood City and surrounding areas for July 2020. ELLWOOD CITY BOROUGH: 324 Hazel Ave., Dwayne C. Gibson to David J. Hyrcko and Kathleen H. Harmon for $150,000. 212 2nd St., Lorna D. Henry to Dawna L. Pella for $45,864. 411 2nd St., Harold G. and Debra A. Yurkovich to Raymond Ralph Evans for $5,000. Skyline Dr., James H. and Scarlet Blazin Oberfeitinger to Robin T. and Jeffery L. Lopes for $200,000. 622 Woodland Ave., William T….

August 10, 2020

Bernstine Announces School Districts, Career and Technical Schools Receive Grants

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) today announced the Continuity of Education Equity Grant (CEEG) has been awarded to school districts and Career and Technical Schools in the 10th District for the 2020-21 academic year. “These grants may be used to purchase computer equipment, such as laptops, tablets and internet hot spots, or used to provide instruction materials, such as paper lessons and coursework,” said Bernstine. “Schools with the highest percentages of students lacking access to resources were given priority in receiving these grants.” Those receiving grants in the 10th District include: Ellwood City Area School District – $8,590. Butler…

August 10, 2020

69th Ellwood City Little League Tournament Starts Monday

The 69th Ellwood City Little League Tournament will begin Monday night at Freidhoff Field at the Ewing Park Baseball Complex. The tournament, which began in 1952, will double-elimination three-game minimum per team format. The teams entered in the tournament are host Ellwood City, Riverside, Neshannock, Seneca Valley North and Mohawk. The teams participating represent some of the most successful baseball programs in western Pennsylvania. These programs have contributed to their respective high schools capturing 68 section titles, 20 WPIAL championships and nine PIAA state crowns. The tournament, sponsored by McElwain Motors, will receive complete coverage on www.ellwoodcitybaseball.com. On Monday night,…