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October 18, 2019

EC Historical Society Monthly Meeting Recap

The regular monthly meeting of the Ellwood City Area Historical Society was held Monday, October 14. Everett Bleakney, president welcomed those present and announced the Historical Society mission is to collect, protect, preserve and make the Ellwood City Area History accessible. Lois Liebendorfer, secretary read the minutes of the previous meeting, and Charles Brown presented the financial report. Andy Kindle, ways and means chairman,  reported on the Ellwood City Fall Fest program.  He explained that the program was a huge success.  Many youth entered the coloring page contest.  The trolley was exhibited and drew much attention. Dom Viccari, program chairman…

October 17, 2019

Council to Discuss Parking Meters, Amendment to Hospital Zoning Ordinance

The Ellwood City Council is set to vote on two proposals during it’s October 21 voting meeting. One is the amendment to the Ellwood City Medical Center zoning ordinance to add facilities and residences included in a continuum of care entity to the definition of health services. There will be a public hearing at 5:45 regarding this amendment. Also on the agenda will be a consideration to remove parking meters in the borough. Council President Judith Dici said the meters are outdated and “not that great of a revenue.” She said Ellwood City brought in $18,762 from the meter fees…

October 17, 2019

Borough Announcements: Electric Department Expands Hours, Meeting Schedule, Scam Prevention

Ellwood City Borough Council made a few announcements during the Oct 15 agenda meeting: Electric Window to Open on Fridays Borough Manager David Allen said the electric department window now will be open on Fridays. This addition rounds out hours from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. He said the hours were added to give residents a better chance to pay bills. Council to Change Meeting Day in November The committee of the whole meeting for November will be held on November 12 at 6 p.m. due to the Veteran’s Day Holiday. Local Residents Report Possible Scam Numerous council members…

October 17, 2019

PHOTOS: Ellwood City Girls Volleyball Defeats Laurel On Senior Night

The Ellwood City Girls Volleyball team capped senior night in victorious fashion, defeating the visiting Laurel Spartans Tuesday evening. Five Wolverine volleyball seniors were recognized before the match. After dropping the first set, Ellwood City rebounded with three consecutive set victories to take the match (19-25, 25-23, 25-26, 25-22) For the seniors, they experienced many wins and some losses on the playing court. They’ve left their blood, sweat, tears, and emotions on the court and they’ve learned how to compete with each other but still root for each other. The Wolverines (10-2 overall, Class-AA) have one remaining regular-season game scheduled…

October 17, 2019

North Sewickley Presbyterian Church Hosting ‘Trunk Or Treat’

North Sewickley Presbyterian Church is hosting a “Trunk Or Treat” event on Sunday, October 27th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This is a safer way for children can trick or treat with car trunks decorated in our parking lot. Along with the decorated trunks, we will have a few games for them. According to the church, currently there are about 18 cars ready to decorate their trunks and hand out candy. Bring your child dressed in costume at 6:00 p.m. for an enjoyable fun evening for the family.  The church is located at 106 Chapel Drive, Ellwood City, PA…

October 17, 2019

Ellwood City School District Police Q&A

This is Part Two in a series featuring the Ellwood City School District Police Officers. EllwoodCity.org wanted to learn a little about the Ellwood City School District Police Officers. Find out what they had to say in this exclusive Q&A:   Officer Brian Speer Q: What are you most looking forward to when working with youth as opposed to adults? A: The goals of the Ellwood City Area School District Police Department is providing a safe learning environment, providing valuable resources to school staff members, fostering positive relationships with youth, developing strategies to resolve problems affecting youth and protecting all…

October 16, 2019

5th Annual R.O.A.R. Haunted Hayride and Maze Announced

The 5th Annual Haunted Hayride and Maze, sponsored by Riverside Outdoor Athletic Renovation (ROAR), has announced its dates for the year. Ride the hay wagon through the woods with scare stations throughout. New scenes and special effects from OMEGA FX will be on display. A walk-through maze is included with your admission. Dates for the hayrides are Thursday, October 17, Saturday, October 19 and Sunday, October 20, 2019, beginning at 7:30 p.m. The non-spooky ride will be held on Saturday and Sunday only from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m at a $5.00 admission cost.  Thursday’s preview night admission is $8.00,…

October 16, 2019

EC School Police Officers Strive To Promote Safety, Guidance For Students

This is Part One in a series featuring the Ellwood City School District Police Officers. Read Part Two tomorrow. For the Ellwood City School Police Department officers keeping the students safe is the number one priority, but both see the job as more than just that. Making a positive difference in the lives of youth is what the officers hope to do in their newly created roles in the Ellwood City Area School District. With more than 20 years as a police officer, Brian Speer, said his most memorable incident as an officer was not “busting” a violent criminal. Speer…

October 15, 2019

EC Student Strives for Better Water, Better Planet

Makena Hall, Lincoln High School junior, is on a mission to encourage her school and her community “to come together to create a better tomorrow.” Hall, is fundraising to implement the installation of water bottle filling stations at Lincoln. She is hoping to raise $5,000 which is enough to cover three of the stations. Her motto: “One school, one community, one planet” has a two-fold motivation. One is filtered, good tasting water to keep students hydrated and the second is less plastic bogging down our environment. According to Hall, although her peers get thirsty, they don’t want to drink water…

October 15, 2019

VIDEO: McDonald’s Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

After a five-week closure for full renovations, the local McDonald’s restaurant reopened on Monday, October 7th with a VIP Breakfast and official ribbon-cutting ceremony. Guests of honor included PA State Rep. Aaron Bernstine, Mayor of Ellwood City, Anthony Court, Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Ellwood City Police Department. Pictured (left to right) is Mayor Court, Supervisor Kelly Plotzer, Manager Jenn Bell, County Commissioner Dan Vogler, Ellwood City Councilmen George Celli, and Ellwood City Councilwoman Marilyn Mancini. “It was a great morning at our local McDonald’s,” said Mayor Court. “This re-opening created more jobs and a great atmosphere.”…