State Representative-Elect, Aaron Bernstine, will take the oath of office as state representative of the 10th Legislative District, Tuesday, Jan. 3 beginning at noon. The swearing-in ceremony will be hosted at the Floor of the House of Representatives in Harrisburg. Family members and supporters of the State Rep.-Elect are encouraged to join the ceremony in person or via live stream. The live stream be available to view on his official website.
Fight Breaks Out After Wife is Called a “Fat Rhino” According to the police report, on Dec. 22, police were dispatched to 5th St. for a fight in progress. A physical fight had broken out between Carl Claypoole, 20, and a juvenile family member after the teen had called Claypoole’s wife a “fat rhino.” Claypoole had an active bench warrant in Mercer County and was advised to turn himself in to Mercer County authorities. Both males were cited for disorderly conduct. Woman Uses Fake Identity to Receive Narcotics According to the police report, on Dec. 20, officers were dispatched…
The top ten stories of 2016 concludes today with Part 2 and the five most popular articles of the year. Part 1 can be viewed here. We thank all our readers for contributing to our one million plus page views this year. Protestors Outside of the Municipal Building After organizing a protest against Ellwood Electric, a few Ellwoodians took the opportunity to express their concerns about the electric utility. Opinion: Replacing St. Agatha was a Mistake Our previous journalist, Jonathon Cortez, gives his opinion on the destruction of St. Agatha – the old abandoned church that was knocked…
Monday, January 16, 2017. 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. Want to meet the Event Leadership members of Relay For Life? Or have questions about the American Cancer Society? You heard/read that Ellwood Relay For Life is moving to downtown in June and you are interested in learning more about the event? Please join us at Nico Luciano’s Café, 834 Wampum Avenue to “meet n greet” us from 7 to 8 pm. Light hors devourers and drink will be provided while you mingle with others to talk about Relay For Life, the American cancer society and our event in June. Hear how…
In following previous years’ tradition, EllwoodCity.org brings the calendar to a close with the top 10 most popular stories of 2016. Today is Part 1 in a 2-part series. We thank all our readers for contributing to our one million plus page views this year. Be sure to check back tomorrow for Part 2. The EllwoodCity.org staff wishes everyone a safe and happy 2017! Pennsylvania American Water: Updates About Chromium-6 in Drinking Water Following the ongoing concern regarding the new water treatment plant scheduled to be built in the New Year, Pennsylvania American Water Company updated us on the…
Reminder: the current holiday parking resolution of two free hours at all metered spaces in Ellwood will officially be lifted on December 31st and meter parking will resume as normal.
It’s not always easy knowing where to start, especially when it comes to something like establishing a business – that’s why the Borough of Ellwood City has partnered with the Ellwood City Chamber of Commerce and the Lawrence County Economic Development to encourage and provide information and resources to anyone interested in starting a business in Ellwood. Located on the Borough’s website under the work tab, a clickable link saying “Business Start-Up Guide” will appear, which contains a guide called “Starting and Growing Your Business in Ellwood.” The guide was put together by experts in the local business industry to…
Santa’s reindeer might have a hard time sledding his sleigh through the snow in Ellwood for Christmas – since it appears there will likely be none. According to the weather forecast, high temperatures for the weekend are expected to be around 50 degrees, with lows around 32. The temperature on Monday may peak at a high of almost 60 degrees! Ellwoodians are not the only demographic experiencing higher-than-normal temperatures around Christmas, according to The Washington Post, the North Pole is alarmingly 36 degrees warmer than normal at this time of the year. Anyone anticipating snow for the holidays will have…
After lots of dreaming and dedication, Danny McConaughy, a fitness advocate and owner of Hello Fitness located at 214 Line Ave. in Ellwood, has excitedly opened up his dream business in November 2016 – a fitness center. Since Danny grew up with family members who were largely into fitness – specifically his grandma who was an Exercise Science Instructor at a South Carolina university – he felt as though it was his destiny to promote his passion of fitness and well-being. “My gram told me one time that nothing seems to matter if you don’t have your health, and I…
Many people are left questioning how one Monaca man could mistake a horse for a deer – ultimately shooting and killing the beloved pet, valued at $16,000, named Stella. According to the police report, Jordan G. Cinderich, 23, of Monaca PA., was out hunting with his brother and group of friends on December 10, in New Sewickley Township, when he claims he spotted a herd of deer on a nearby hillside and took a shot. The startled and injured target galloped away, which Cinderich thought was abnormal behavior for a deer, prompting him to locate the animal carcass, where he…