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September 18, 2024

Ellwood City Fall Sports Q&A 2024: Part 3

This is part three of a three part series featuring area athletes in fall 2024 sports. [VIEW PART TWO] [VIEW PART ONE] The start of fall sports is upon us, so we took the opportunity catch up with the athletes of those teams to see what they are doing to prepare for the upcoming rivalries and to offer some perspective on the season ahead and their plans for the future. Ellwood City Athletes Arianna Salvucci Sport? Tennis Grade? 12 How many years have you have participated? This is my third year playing tennis. What do you feel is your biggest strength?…

September 18, 2024

New Fiber Optic Internet Service Coming To Ellwood City

Cincinnati, OH – Omni Fiber, a leading provider of high-speed fiber optic internet services in the Midwest, recently announced the expansion of its state-of-the-art fiber network to nearly 20 new markets in eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania, including Ellwood City. The strategic expansion underscores the company’s commitment to delivering unparalleled internet speeds and reliable service to more communities, bridging the digital divide and empowering users with the connectivity they need for the future. “Construction is tentatively scheduled to start in November and the first installations could start in January 2025,” said Andres Tovar, Chief Revenue Officer. “The construction will take…

September 18, 2024

CCBC Recognized for Excellence in Student Voter Registration and Turnout

MONACA – Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) was recognized for its non-partisan democratic engagement efforts that fostered high levels of student voter engagement in the 2022 midterm elections. ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) recognized CCBC as having the Most Improved Voter Turnout for a 2-Year Institution in 2022, reflecting its commitment to ensuring that nonpartisan democratic engagement is a defining feature of campus life. “At CCBC, we feel it is important to engage our students in the voting process and educate them about the power of their voices. Not only do we encourage first time voters to…

September 17, 2024

Borough Notifies Residents Of No Late Fees, Shut-Offs On Recent Electric Billing

In a statement made available on the borough website and social media this week, the Borough of Ellwood City is notifying its residents there will be no shut offs this month and all late fees will be waived due to system issues. The Borough is aware that delinquent notices have been mailed with a shut off date included. Per the Borough Manager, Kevin Swogger, there will be no shut offs in the month of September and all late fees will be waived for the month of September due to system issues with the new operating system for Ellwood Electric. We…

September 17, 2024

Riverside Fall Sports Q&A 2024: Part 2

This is part two of a three part series featuring area athletes in fall 2024 sports. [VIEW PART ONE] The start of fall sports is upon us, so we took the opportunity catch up with the athletes of those teams to see what they are doing to prepare for the upcoming rivalries and to offer some perspective on the season ahead and their plans for the future. Riverside Athletes DeLana Fox Sport? Volleyball Grade? Senior How many years have you have participated? I have participated 4 years What do you feel is your biggest strength? I think my biggest strength is…

September 17, 2024

2024 Storytelling Festival Is Saturday

The Annual Storytelling Festival is Saturday! Ellwood City Community Enrichment along with the Ellwood City Area Public Library is hosting the event on Saturday, September 21, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Folino Stage in Ewing Park. Enjoy the captivating stories of Francene Kirk at 4 PM, followed by Mike Perry’s engaging tales at 4:45 PM. Enjoy musical storytelling with Rick Hudson at 5:30 PM, and wrap up the evening with Howard Mincone’s unique blend of juggling and storytelling at 6:15 PM. Families can also enjoy free activities like face painting, balloon art, and horse & trolley rides….

September 17, 2024

Ellwood City Boxing Club Cleans Memorials and Monuments

Mayor Anthony J. Court and Jack Maine organized the Ellwood City Boxing Club to clean the Memorials and Monuments at the Ellwood City Borough Building on September 11, 2024. “This group of individuals who came forth and did an outstanding job of cleaning and honoring the Monuments,” said Mayor Court in an emailed statement. Jack Maine and Bob Boyle, coaches at the Ellwood City Boxing Club, are to be commended along with all of the boxers who came forward and volunteered their efforts for such a worthy cause. “I personally want to take this opportunity to thank them and commend…

September 16, 2024

Columbia Gas Official Announces Meter Move Out Program at Borough Council Meeting

The Ellwood City Borough Council welcomed visitors from Columbia Gas who were in attendance to announce the 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 letters from Columbia Gas alerting them to the program. Council President Brad…

September 16, 2024

Ellwood City Announces 2024 Clean Up Date

The Borough of Ellwood City has announced its annual fall clean up event scheduled next month. The Fall Clean Up event is scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024 and will take place from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The drop off location is the parking lot at 1210 Factory Avenue in Ellwood City, just west of Adams Manufacturing Building #4 and prior to the Moose Lodge (same location as 2023). The cost is $10.00 per passenger vehicle. You MUST buy a ticket by Thursday, October 17th at noon at the Utility Office in the Municipal Building, 525 Lawrence Avenue. Tags…

September 16, 2024

Riverside Fall Sports Q&A 2024: Part 1

This is part one of a three part series featuring area athletes in fall 2024 sports. The start of fall sports is upon us, so we took the opportunity catch up with the athletes of those teams to see what they are doing to prepare for the upcoming rivalries and to offer some perspective on the season ahead and their plans for the future. Riverside Athletes Zachary Hare Sport? Football Grade? 12 How many years have you have participated? 6 What do you feel is your biggest strength? Catching What is your favorite part of it? Scoring Touchdowns and Headtopping Who…