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May 3, 2016

Ellwood City Prom 2016 Announces Court for “A Night at Gatsby’s”

The Ellwood City School district has announced the prom court for 2016. This year’s prom will be held on Friday, May 6 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in New Castle. This year’s theme is “A Night at Gatsby’s.” This year’s prom queen court is Emily Brown, Alena Costulas, Nikol Damato, Jodi Iddings, Karington Ketterer, Victoria Ketterer, Molly Morales and Sydney Shurtz. The king court is Justin Baney, Ryan Buzard, Brian Hudson, Keanu Jefferson, Brady Krosior, Carter MacMurdo, Vinny Romanio and Ricky Roth. The king and queen will be crowned at the Cathedral between 9:45 and 10. Lincoln High Auditorium doors…

May 3, 2016

Ellwood Boys Tennis Team Win Boosts to .500 Record

The Lincoln High School Boy’s Tennis team improved their record to .500 in section play for the first time in recent memory, at 4-4, with a 5-0 win over Ambridge in their final section match of the season. The first doubles team of Senior Corey Hobbs and Sophomore Shane Reisinger remained undefeated in section play. Christian Mittica improved his section record to 6-2. There were several hard fought matches that stretched over three sets and could have gone either way, but the Ellwood boys held on to win. The season concludes Monday with a non-section match at Knoch. SINGLES Home…

May 3, 2016

Relay for Life Upcoming Events

Looking For A Few Good Persons As the Ellwood City Relay For Life starts its 2016 year, we are in search of individuals that are outstanding in working with the community to lead our committee to greater rewards than in years past. Even if you have just a few moments in your busy schedule, we could use your guidance and knowledge. Openings are in the areas of Chairperson, Sponsorship, Team recruitment, Chinese Auction, Logistics and Survivors. You are invited to join us at our committee meetings to learn more about these openings and other places your service can be helpful…

May 3, 2016

Veterans Specialists to Visit Gibbons’ Office Next Week

State Rep. Jaret Gibbons today announced he will host two veterans specialists in his Ellwood City office next week. “I am happy to provide this service so veterans can understand their rights and benefits,” said Gibbons, D-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence. Stephanie Bengoa and Ryan Paglia will participate in the event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 11 to lend help to veterans and their families. Bengoa of the American Legion Veterans Assistance Program will be in Gibbons’ office to assist veterans with understanding what benefits they have earned, filing appeals to existing claims, enrolling in the Veterans Administration health care system…

May 2, 2016

Photos: Ellwood City Amateur Baseball Federation Opening Day

The Ellwood City Amateur Baseball Federation celebrated opening day of the summer baseball season on Saturday with a parade and festivities in Ewing Park. Events included a home run derby, dunk tank, carnival games, inflatables, prizes and trophies, a 50/50 raffles, a Chinese auction, and more. There was also a Pitch, Hit & Run event for boys and girls ages 7 to 14 beginning at 4 p..m. in Sanders Field.

May 2, 2016

Opinion: Tubman Twenties Are a Nice Gesture

Harriet Tubman is scheduled to replace Andrew Jackson on the front of the $20 bill in 2020. Americans around the nation will now be putting their germs on her face. I’ve always thought of the $20 bill as the iconic American bill. It’s what the bank gives you by default when you take cash out, it’s a convenient amount of currency and it’s the most commonly counterfeited bill inside the country. Now, who is on our currency is all about symbolism. There are no shortage of important Americans to choose from and only six faces get picked (not counting $2…

May 2, 2016

Softball/Baseball Recap: Lady Wolverines Remain Undefeated

The Ellwood City softball team continued its undefeated streak following two victories against Neshannock and Shenango. Following a 13-3 conference victory on Tuesday, April 26 versus Neshannock, the Lady Wolverines faced weather cancellations until playing Shenango on Saturday. Ellwood defeated Shenango 6-3. Although the Lady Wolverines got off to a 2-0 head start in the first inning, Shenango pulled ahead 3-2 by the fourth. They were subsequently shut down by two runs each in the fifth and sixth innings. The Lady Wolverines are 12-0 heading into the final rounds of conference play. They have a home game on Thursday against…

May 2, 2016

Weekly Sports Schedule for Week of May 2

Monday 3:30 p.m. Ellwood boys tennis at Knoch 3:30 p.m. Riverside boys tennis vs. Seneca Valley home 4 p.m. Riverside baseball at Beaver Falls home, senior recognition Tuesday 3 p.m. Riverside boys track and field WPIAL Class AA playoffs vs. Freeport and Southmoreland at Freeport 4 p.m. Riverside softball vs. Neshannock home, senior recognition 4 p.m. Riverside baseball at Beaver Falls Wednesday 4:15 p.m. Ellwood City baseball vs. New Castle home, senior recognition Thursday 4 p.m. Riverside baseball vs. Central valley home 4 p.m. Riverside softball at Beaver Falls 5 p.m. Ellwood baseball vs. Mohawk home Friday 12:30 p.m. Riverside…

May 2, 2016

Beaver Falls Library May Calendar of Activities

Thursdays, May 5th and 19th 3pm to 4pm–Wee Build We got the blocks you bring the brains.  This is a pre-school program for parents and children.  Stop in and see what can you and your parents build. Saturday, May 7th at 11:00am — It’s Kite Day. Celebrate the 11th Annual Pennsylvania One Book, Every Young Child Program.  Children’s Librarian, Christine Kroger will be highlight this year’s selection Kite Day with songs and activities for parents and children.  Each family will receive a copy of the book.  PA One Book’s initiative highlights the importance of early literacy development in preschoolers ages…