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July 9, 2018

VIDEO: Brake Failure Causes Crash, Killing One Teen

According to published reports and a video, a one vehicle crash late Saturday night resulted in the fatality of a Union teenager after brake failure left his car helplessly careening down Bridge Street. The accident happened around 9:45 p.m. on Wampum Avenue at Bridge Street. According to reports, police said the driver had been trying to use his hand brake to stop the vehicle, but that also failed. His vehicle went over the embankment, striking at least two trees and rolling over, although it did not end up in the Connoquenessing Creek below. The emergency brake apparently gave out coming…

July 6, 2018

Ellwood City Fire Department Gets a Makeover

The Ellwood City Fire Department has gotten a makeover, and the old stucco siding that lined the building of the department has now been replaced by a powder blue siding. The fire department is a combination fire department, which means they have both paid and volunteer firefighters. They are one of 2 in the County that have paid staff. New Castle City has a full time fire department and does not have volunteers. The ECFD members are highly trained in all aspects of the fire service. “The building construction is complete, the only thing left to do is the graphics…

July 6, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for July 6 to July 14

Friday, July 6th: Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix at Pittsburgh International Race Complex: This weekend provides plenty of excitement for the entire family. Visit the cars and drivers in the expansive paddock and watch the vintage races and exhilarating racing. If you feel the personal need for speed, that can be done too. For a donation to the charity, you can experience a lap on the track in a racecar with a driver or rent a go-kart and reach speeds up to 45 mph on the .82 mile karting track. Look for this event to grow in popularity and numbers in…

July 6, 2018

Park Avenue Resident Wins 6th Beautification Award

It was with great pleasure that Mayor Anthony J. Court presented the #6 Beautification Award Winners with a 2018 Award Winner Yard Sign and a gift certificate to a local restaurant. The recipients are Zeta Pesano and Corinne Rutter Borselli of Park Avenue. Their landscaping shows how much time and effort they put into making their property beautiful and eye catching to anyone who passes by. There is only 1 more Ellwood City resident to receive this award for the 2018 Season. Good Luck and remember many residents take great pride in their properties and anyone can nominate a friend…

July 5, 2018

Letter to the Editor: Proud to be Involved…Small Town Big Living.

As many of you may know, I am currently the Director of the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce [ECACC]. I am very proud to lead this enthusiastic group of volunteers that serve our area. I write this to inform our E C Area as an update to Chamber activities and membership. First I continue to ask all residents in our Chamber area (Ellwood City, Wampum, Marion, Wayne, North Sewickley, Perry, Portersville, Big Beaver, Franklin, Ellport, New Beaver and Koppel) to focus on the good we have. We have great schools, a local newspaper, wonderful businesses, active churches, a community…

July 5, 2018

Club Hope Foundation Night at McDowell’s Inn

The Club Hope Foundation is holding an event at McDowell’s Inn on Saturday starting at 6 p.m. and running till 11 p.m. The Foundation will be guest bar tending and all tips will benefit Club Hope Foundation, which helps bring hope to patients and families in the area who are affected by a cancer diagnosis. The guest Bartender lineup is as follows: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Darlene Esoldo and Kathy Nardone 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mia Damato and Vanessa Venezie 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mandy Conklin and Lisa Montozzi 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Carrie Campbell and…

July 3, 2018

Master Gardeners Host 3nd Annual Garden Tour

The Penn State Master Gardeners of Lawrence County are hosting their Third Annual Garden Tour on Sunday, July 22rd from Noon to 5:00 p.m. The tour highlights four area gardens, which can be toured at your own pace. Master Gardeners will be available at each location to answer questions. The tour will consist of four gardens within Lawrence County. The Altman Garden is located in New Wilmington includes 3 acres of hostas, daylilies, lilium, and daffodils. Pam Docherty’s gardens will be also on the tour located in New Castle. Pam has 2 gardens that consist of perennials and adding annuals…

July 3, 2018

Jeff and Mary Sainato Wins Ellwood City 2018 Beautification Award

Mayor Court was honored to present the 5th 2018 Beautification Award on Saturday, to Jeff and Mary Sainato of Woodside Avenue. Along with a 2018 Beautification Award Winner sign, the Sainato’s received a gift certificate to a local restaurant. This is the 8th year for Mayor Court’s Beautification Award Program and it has been a huge success. There will be a total of 7 Winners in 2018, so if you know of someone that you feel should get this award, you can contact Mayor Court by phone, facebook or in person with your nomination.

July 3, 2018

HISTORY CENTER NEWS July 2018

Ellwood City Area Historical Society 310 Fifth Street, Ellwood City, Pa 16117 724-752-2021 June- July – August – – No Meetings September 10 – Annual “Picnic” in Ewing Park, 6pm at shelter #8. Guest speaker speaker Mother Christopher – Orthodox Monastery October 8 – Dr Robert Jones, guest speaker NOTE: History Center is open: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (Noon to 4:00pm). The First Saturday of each month 10:00am to 2:00pm. Annual Picnic: Menu prepared by Nico’s – chicken, pork, pasta, salad, potatoes, beans, bread, and drinks. Utensils for dining furnished. Price per person -$ 12.50. 30 year Anniversary (1988 -2018)…

July 2, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for July 2 to July 7

Wednesday, July 4th: Independence Day: The Ellwood City Area Chamber will be CLOSED. Thursday, July 5th: Summer Story Times: Join the Beaver County Library System at the Franklin Township Community Park at 1:30pm for stories, songs, and crafts. Must register at 724-847-1450. Yoga Class: The North Sewickley Township Building (893 Mercer Rd, Beaver Falls) is offering FREE Yoga Classes every Thursday at 6:30pm. Contact Jerilyn Driscoll to reserve your spot! Call or text 412-592-5440 or email liveloveyogavibes@gmail.com to sign up. Saturday, July 7th: Summer Story Times: Join the Beaver County Library System at the Franklin Township Community Park at 1:30pm…