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September 24, 2024

Wolverines Girls Tennis Wipe Out Beaver Falls 5-0, Qualify For WPIAL Team Playoffs

The Ellwood City girls tennis team defeated Beaver Falls 5-0 on Monday and with the victory have qualified for the WPIAL playoffs. The Lady Wolverines have now strung together five consecutive victories to rebound from an 0-3 start to its regular season. On Monday, Kailyn Hamilton (6-2, 6-0), Tessa Folino (6-0,6-0) and Mia Meredith (6-1, 6-1) all earned straight set victories in singles play while the pairings of Olivia Parson & Meredith McCommons (6-0, 6-0) and Sophia Agnew & Kiley LeViere (7-5, 7-3) earned doubles victories for Ellwood City. The victory Monday punctuated a string of victories dating back to…

September 24, 2024

Columbia Gas Meter Move Out Program to Begin Work in Ellwood City

Ellwood City will be the focus of the Columbia Gas Meter Move Out Program. Columbia Gas implemented the Meter Move Out Program to comply with a requirement from The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to locate all gas meters and regulators outside and above ground. Learn more about the program here. Carla Parkes, senior public affairs specialist with Columbia Gas, said the program will impact commercial and residential properties within Ellwood City. Parkes said residents in the borough will start to receive 30-day notification letters from Columbia Gas alerting them to the program. “Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania is making a significant investment…

September 23, 2024

Peer Leadership to Host the 2024 LCCTC Annual Fall Craft Show

Prepare to be swept away by the magic of fall at our 2024 LCCTC Annual Fall Craft Show held on October 5, 2024 from 9:00am to 2:00pm at the Lawrence County Career and Technical Center. (750 Phelps Way, New Castle, PA 16101). From the crisp autumn air, to the vibrant colors of the changing leaves, there’s something truly magical about this time of year. With an impressive lineup of over 175 vendors, this annual event promises an unforgettable celebration of the season with a large variety of arts, crafts, and fall festivities for the whole community to enjoy. Whether you’re…

September 21, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 23rd

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….

September 21, 2024

Smiley, Wolverines Rout Freedom 43-3; Panthers Down New Brighton

Quarterback Chris Smiley accounted for four touchdowns as Ellwood City defeated Freedom 43-3 on the road Friday night in MAC Section play. The victory moved the Wolverines to 4-0 on the season, their first 4-0 start since 1997. After allowing the games first points early in the opening quarter, the Wolverines scored seven unanswered times to race away from the Bulldogs. Smiley scored on a pair of 7-yard runs in the first half to go along with two touchdown passes to lead the offensive charge. Running back Elijah Palmer-McCane also found paydirt twice with a pair of rushing touchdowns for…

September 20, 2024

Statement Released Regarding Tragedy At Ellwood City Forge

Ellwood City, PA – ELLWOOD City Forge last night experienced an act of violence perpetrated by an intruder that resulted in the death of a team member. All other team members are safe and the facility was secured last night. The facility will remain closed through the weekend. There is an active investigation and we are working with law enforcement officials to fully understand the event. We are not able to provide any further details at this time, nor disclose the name of the victim. “On behalf of the entire ELLWOOD City Forge team, we are shocked and saddened by…

September 20, 2024

UPDATE: Man Shot, Killed After Incident Inside Ellwood City Forge Thursday

updated: Friday, September 20th 9:52 a.m. According to numerous media outlets, Ellwood City police have confirmed one male is dead and a suspect is in custody after a shooting Thursday night at Ellwood City Forge. The shooting happened inside the facility around 6:30 p.m. according to Mayor Anthony Court. It is unclear how many people were in the manufacturing facility during the incident. According to a police report, Ellwood City Police responded to the facility for a shooting that occurred within the facility and, upon arrival, a 36-year-old male, of Fombell, was found deceased from an apparent gunshot wound. The…

September 20, 2024

2024 Ellwood City Homecoming Court Announced

Congratulations to the 2024 Lincoln High School Homecoming Court! The Homecoming King will be crowned at school during a Pep Rally and the Queen will be crowned at halftime of the Friday night football game vs. New Brighton. Lincoln High School will celebrate their 68th Homecoming on Friday, September 27th, at Helling Stadium against the New Brighton Lions. Pregame festivities, where the Queen’s Court will be introduced, begin at 6:30 p.m. There will be a casual dance at the high school for junior high students following the football game with DJ II Nice and admission is $5 at the door….

September 20, 2024

Ellwood City Municipal Woman’s Club Raffle To Help Repair Gazebo

The Ellwood City Municipal Woman’s Club is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for community members to support the gazebo at the 5 Points intersection in Ewing Park. To fund essential improvements to the structure, the Municipal Woman’s club is holding a raffle with a grand prize of $1,000. Tickets are available for just $10 each and the lucky winner will be drawn on December 31st. The gazebo, a cherished landmark since its dedication on July 1st,1989, has been lovingly maintained by the Municipal Woman’s Club. This year, the gazebo requires foundation improvements, new lattice, and refreshed landscaping to ensure…

September 19, 2024

North Sewickley Presbyterian Church Hosting “Hope for the Best, & Plan for the Rest” On Saturday

All in our community are invited to our very informative information sessions on the topic of planning for your future, or as we like to call it “Hope for the Best, & Plan for the Rest”. The session will begin Saturday, September 21st at 8:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast so we can get to know you before we begin at 9:00 a.m. with our Introductions and Sessions. There will be two sessions and attendees can pick from 6 topics, 1 topic chosen per session Our Church is hosting a very informative event to encourage Planning for yourself and your…