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December 12, 2024

Northeast Ohio Author Releases Debut Children’s Book Based in Ellwood City

An Ohio author released a debut children’s book, Wild at Heart: A Little Boy’s Unforgettable Bond with a Raccoon, published by Page Publishing in Conneaut Lake, PA. Julie Bender Limpach is a proud resident of Northeast Ohio, where she balances her professional career with her roles as a loving wife and devoted mother. With a background in fine art museums, media relations, and business development, Julie has long been dedicated to community service and has a deep passion for writing. The charming and whimsical story takes place in Ellwood City where Limpach’s father grew up on 12th Street Extension and…

December 11, 2024

Franklin Township VFD Community Blood Drive Scheduled For 12/27

Come out and spread a special kind of cheer this holiday season. The next Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Department Community Blood Drive is scheduled for Friday, December 27th. Please consider donating if possible. Donors will receive an exclusive 90’s themed t-shirt and a $15 Rewards gift card. The event earns funds for the department and is scheduled to take place from noon to 4:00 p.m. on Monday at the Franklin Township Building, 897 Route 288, Fombell, PA 16123 **Appointments recommended** To schedule an appointment to donate: – Go to vitalant.org and search with Account Code UC5990039 – Call 1-877-25VITAL If…

December 10, 2024

Plassmeyer Pours In 25 To Lead Riverside; Wolverines Split With Hopewell

McCartney Plassmeyer poured in a game high 25 points Monday evening to lead Riverside to a 59-44 victory over Western Beaver. The 6’1′ junior guard connected on two 3-pointers and posted 14 first half points as the Panthers jumped out to a 28-22 halftime advantage. A decisive 16-7 third quarter spurt helped Riverside pull away for victory. Plassmeyer collected eight points in the final frame to help the Panthers secure the victory. Ivan Skinner and Drake Fox each collected a 3-pointer for the Panthers. The scoring outburst by Plassmeyer’s follows his 18-point effort Friday night as Riverside defeated Laurel 51-35….

December 10, 2024

All Aboard Ellwood Invites Memorial & Honorary Donations to Support Industrial and Railroad Museum

All Aboard Ellwood Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the industrial and railroad heritage of Ellwood City, is now accepting memorial and honorary donations to help fund its ambitious project to establish an Industrial and Railroad Museum. Donation envelopes are available at local funeral homes, offering a meaningful way to honor loved ones while contributing to a lasting legacy in the community. Additionally, donations can be made to celebrate a living loved one’s special occasions, such as birthdays, anniversaries, or other milestones. These donations will directly support the development of the planned Industrial and Railroad Museum, a community-driven project…

December 9, 2024

Gabe Lilly Earns 1st Place Finish At Rick Link Invitational

Gabe Lilly started his wrestling season with an individual championship at the 25th annual Union Local Rick Link Invitational at Union Local High School in Ohio on Saturday. Lilly (165 pounds) defeated Jeston Showalte 10-6 in the semifinals who was the returning 3rd place state medalist as West Virginia state championships. In the finals Lilly defeated Brock Evans of Waynesburg High School 9-2 who is a returning WPIAL AAA State Qualifier from last season. Also posting a notable finish was Logan Shriver (126 pounds) who beat a returning Ohio state qualifier from last year en route to his 6th Place…

December 9, 2024

Wampum Native Dick Allen Elected To National Baseball Hall of Fame

Wampum native Dick Allen, a seven-time All-Star and two-time home run champion, earned an election to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday via the Classic Baseball Era Committee process. Dave Parker, a two-time batting champion and the owner of two World Series rings, will join Allen in the Hall of Fame Class of 2025 Allen and Parker were candidates on the Classic Baseball Era Committee Ballot, which was considered by a 16-member committee that held meetings today in Dallas. The eight-person ballot was comprised of candidates whose primary contribution to the game came prior to 1980. Parker was…

December 8, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of December 9th

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….

December 6, 2024

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

PUBLIC REPRIMAND: An Ellwood City nail salon was fined and given a public reprimand by the Pennsylvania Department of State for what it called grossly incompetent actions. Nails Spa, located in the Northern Star shopping plaza on Route 288 in Franklin Township, was given a $6,600 civil penalty and ordered to stop possessing methyl methacrylate (MMA) and metal credo tools. MMA is a resin commonly used in artificial nail products, dentistry and the production of plastics. Credo tools are used to remove callused skin. The violations were cited in the agency’s latest disciplinary actions. An investigation also said the salon…

December 5, 2024

ECASD Board of Directors Elect Officers, Learn about Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) program

The Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors held its election of officers for 2025 during Thursday’s combined meeting. Jennifer Tomon will again serve as board president for 2025. She was nominated by Director Jean Biehls and had unanimous support from the board. She was the only candidate nominated. Jean Biehls will again serve as board vice president for 2025. She was nominated by Director Kevin Boariu and like Tomon received unanimous support. The board also announced and approved meeting dates for 2025. Air Force Col. Nicole S. Hurley and U.S. Air Force Capt. Heather Edsall spoke about the…

December 5, 2024

Ellwood City Area School District Among Many To Receive Safety, Mental Health Grants

HARRISBURG – Ellwood City Area School District will receive $130,425.00 in grants from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD) School safety and Security Committee (SSSC). Several area schools across the 8th and 9th Legislative Districts have been awarded more than $1.5 million in grants from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD) School safety and Security Committee (SSSC) announced this week by state representatives. “Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students is one of the most important investments we can make for the future of our communities,” said Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) . “These grants will…