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October 6, 2024

Wolverines Best Western Beaver 26-20 In Section Showdown

In a clash of conference unbeatens, Ellwood City bested Western Beaver 26-20 on the road Saturday to remain unbeaten. The win gives the Wolverines sole possession of first place in the Midwestern Conference. On Saturday, the Ellwood City offensive ground attack churned out 234 yards rushing while the Wolverine defense was opportunistic in stopping Western Beaver four times on fourth down conversion attempts. After stopping the Golden Beavers twice on downs and a scoreless first quarter, Ellwood City quarterback Chris Smiley opened the scoring on a 1-yard touchdown run midway through the second quarter. In the 3rd quarter, Smiley scampered…

October 6, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of October 7th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. NOTE The Library has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. HOURS Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m….

October 5, 2024

Janis, Gaydosz Help Panthers Earn 14-0 Victory Over Freedom

Robbie Janis rushed for 113 yards and Aiden Gaydosz threw for 129 yards to lead Riverside to a 14-0 victory over Freedom in MAC Conference play Friday night. Gaydosz added 46 yards rushing as both he and Janis found the endzone with rushing scores. Janis plunged in from 2 yards out to open the scoring in the first quarter. Gaydosz capped the low-scoring affair with a 1-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. Riverside posted 322 yards of total offense to go with 18 first downs. The Panthers defense held the Bulldogs (2-3 Overall) to only four first downs and…

October 4, 2024

Donations Being Accepted For Hurricane Helene Victims

A recent disaster has impacted many lives, and everyone can makes a difference. Let’s come together as a community to help our fellow humans. Two hurricane relief donation events are offering the opportunity to do just that. Franklin Township will be accepting donations for Hurricane Helene victims beginning on October 7th Donations will be accepted October 7 – October 11 (Monday – Friday) from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Franklin Township Municipal Building; 897 Route 288, Fombell PA 16123. Please bring only new items on the list shown on the flyer. If there are any questions, please text…

October 4, 2024

Keller Qualifies For PIAA Championships, Wolverines Eye WPIAL Team Semifinals

Jordan Keller competed in the WPIAL Class 2A Golf Finals Wednesday at Sewickley Heights Country Club, qualifying for the PIAA Championships with a two-day total of 160 (+16), good enough for T-15 overall among the 38 golfers. Keller became just the 2nd Ellwood City golfer in the last 30 year to qualify for the PIAA Golf Championships in State College. Keller advanced to the championships after his performance last week. On Wednesday, Keller fired a round of 82 (40-42, +10) and collected his lone birdie on a Par 4 third hole. The junior golfer also posted 12 pars on the…

October 4, 2024

Real Estate Transfers For September 2024

For some the summer rush and moving has subsided, but for others, the fall season has arrived and is the time to make the move! In September, according to RocketHomes.com, homes in Lawrence County have sold for 4.9% more than they did a year ago.  More specifically, real estate in Ellwood City sold for a whopping 2.3% more than they did last September listing at a $163,900 Median Sold Price per RocketHomes.com Courtesy of the Lawrence County Recorder of Deeds, below are real estate transfers for September 2024 for Ellwood City and the surrounding areas. ELLWOOD CITY: 97 Portersville Rd;…

October 3, 2024

BC3 Seeks Fourth Consecutive WPCC Golf Crown This Week

The deepest roster he has had in two decades as Butler County Community College’s coach made it difficult, Bill Miller said, to select the six golfers who this week will contend for the program’s fourth conference championship in a row and 10th in the past 11 seasons. Lincoln High School graduate Mitchell Covert will be among the six. “It was tough, very tough,” Miller said. “I wanted to take all eight. They have all given a great effort. All very deserving. But I can take only six.” The Pioneers’ Jacob Marquardt, Xander Downing, Kaden Rentz, Mitchell Covert, Parker Worsley and…

October 3, 2024

ARISE, Borough of Ellwood City Kick Off Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Mayor Anthony J. Court along with Grace Schmarewski and Olivia Gaffron, representatives from Arise, placed ribbons and signs around downtown Ellwood City to kick off the Domestic Violence Awareness Month. “We have been participating in this program for over 5 years and will continue to support the program for many years,” said Mayor Court. “The Month of October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and Arise hopes to spread awareness and continue educating the community on violence prevention and healthy relationships. The signs also contain information about Arise and services we offer to victims of domestic violence…

October 2, 2024

ELLWOOD Announces New President Of Ellwood Specialty Metals

New Castle, PA – ELLWOOD this week announced a change in leadership at ELLWOOD Specialty Metals (ESM), with the promotion of ELLWOOD executive Mark Kaszer to President effective January 1, 2025. Kaszer will succeed outgoing president Judy Shaffer who earlier this year announced her year-end retirement. Kaszer is a 16-year veteran of ELLWOOD and currently serves as Vice President of Sales for ESM, the leading distributor of tool steels and aluminum for plastic molds, die casting, forging dies, and other tooling applications. ESM has operations in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Canada, and Mexico. Shaffer has served in the President position since…

October 2, 2024

Borough Alerting Residents Of Recent Round Of Scams

The Borough of Ellwood City is alerting residents of another round of scams that are targeting the elderly residents of Ellwood City. According to information made available by the borough, the scams are claiming that back property taxes are owed and they are delinquent and need to be paid according to Mayor Anthony J. Court. “Although some scammers have been brought to justice, new ones are popping up every day and it won’t stop anytime soon,” says Mayor Court. “We don’t want our local residents to fall victim of this latest scam.” The borough asks residents to be extra vigilant…