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September 20, 2021

FearScapes Haunted Attraction Is Opening For Its Third Straight Haunt Season

FearScapes Haunted Attraction, an Ellwood City-based walk-through haunt, is once again opening its doors, offering Ellwood City a new season of frightening excitement starting on October 1 and continuing every Friday and Saturday through the duration of the month. “We’re especially excited about this year’s haunt because we have a totally new immersive storyline that builds off some of the stories and scenes our guests experienced last year,” says FearScapes Haunted Attraction owner John Guerrini. “We also have a few new effects that I think people are going to love.” The 2021 season is a follow-up to their successful 2020…

September 20, 2021

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of September 20

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. PLEASE 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. WE’RE OPEN The Library is open. Newspapers, magazines and toys will not be available for the time being. Masks are required to be worn, covering mouth and nose, while in…

September 17, 2021

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

ASSAULT WITH WEAPON: According to a PA State Police report, Katelyn Weller, 26, and Lindsey Weller, 25, both of Ellwood City have been arrested for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after an incident on September 13 at approximately 6:34 p.m. According to the report, PSP New Castle was dispatched to an assault which occurred on West Lawrence Avenue. The 27-year-old victim related that the both Weller females entered his garage, hit him over the head with a rock, continued to assault him and cause property damage within his garage. Troopers then preceded to the suspects resident to conduct interviews….

September 16, 2021

Wayne Township Announces Its “Clean Up Day”

Wayne Township has announced its annual clean up day. The township clean up day will take place on Saturday, October 2, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. until noon at the municipal building located at 1418 Wampum Road, Ellwood City, PA 16117. The cost is $10.00 per pickup truck load. Proof of residency, such as a driver’s license, is required. A resident may fill a pickup truck with unwanted items (see exceptions below) and drive to the township building and follow instructions. Items not being accepted are as follows: freon, paint, tires, construction materials, garbage, electronics such as TVs and computer monitors,…

September 16, 2021

Tenaris Celebrates The Reopening Of Its Manufacturing Facilities in Koppel & Ambridge

Tenaris marked the reopening of its manufacturing facilities in Koppel and Ambridge, Pennsylvania, with a ceremony at its Koppel melt shop – Tenaris’s first steel mill in the US. Tenaris US President Luca Zanotti was joined by US Congressman Conor Lamb (PA-17); State Senator Elder Vogel; State Representative Aaron Bernstine; State Representative Jim Marshall; Beaver County Chairman Daniel Camp; Borough of Koppel Acting Mayor Athena Pangikas-Miller; Borough of Ambridge Mayor David Drewnowski; amongst other community stakeholders and employees for the outdoor ceremony, held with COVID protocols in place. Congressman Lamb, who represents the 17th district of Pennsylvania, which includes Beaver…

September 15, 2021

Council Appoints Brad Ovial to Open Seat

Ellwood City Borough Council voted Monday evening to appoint Brad Ovial to fill the vacant seat of former councilwoman Lisa Guerrera. Ovial and another primary candidate Jan Williams both submitted letters of interest in filling the vacant seat. Council members George Celli, Caleb Cragle, Jim Barry, and Michelle Lamenza all voted in favor of Ovial—Councilman Rob Brough and Councilwoman Judith Dici were absent from the meeting. The seat was left vacant last month when Guerrera announced her resignation. Her term was set to expire on December 31, 2021. Guerrera recently moved out of the borough, leaving her legally unable to…

September 15, 2021

Hitched and Unhitched: Summer Lovin’

Summer is a season of warmth and freedom. The days are longer and there’s a never ending supply of sunlight and warm temperatures. This year couldn’t ring any more true as the grips of the global coronavirus pandemic had loosen some restrictions where happy couples could enjoy larger gatherings. While there’s little scientific facts supporting the fact that falling in love during the summer is the easiest, scientists have, however, shown that your brain in love actually looks different than your brain during normal activity. This summer was a joyous one for many in the area that officially got hitched….

September 14, 2021

Local Fitness Instructor Hosting Kickboxing Classes

Jacquie Zona is on a mission to share her love of fitness with the community. Whether it’s through kickboxing, Barre, Pilates, or other group fitness classes, Jacquie’s goal is to provide workouts for everyone—the moms, the dads, the kids, those who have been working out their entire lives, and those who are new and maybe a little intimidated. “I love the way exercise makes me feel and I want to inspire others to love it as well” she said. “I believe that there is a form of exercise for each person. Once you help them find what they love, it…

September 14, 2021

Cambridge Falls Set To Host Three Upcoming Events

Cambridge Falls Senior Living facility is set to host three upcoming events at its Wampum facility. First, on Sunday, September 19, Cambridge Falls will host its 2nd annual Car Cruise.  The event is scheduled to take place from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and feature classic cars, 50/50 and prize giveaways, food trucks and music entertainment by DJ Gregg. Those interested in registering to place a car in the cruise are asked to contact Regional Sales Manager, Kathleen Frickanish, at 724-944-1088. “We have Joppie Gyro, prizes and fun,” says Frickanish Next month, Cambridge Falls will host its 2nd Annual Fall…

September 13, 2021

Smoothies, Juices, Sandwiches Served Up in New Downtown Store

Hoot, Hoot, Hoot … there’s a new owl in town. Elder Owl that is—the latest foodie’s dream to hit downtown Ellwood City. The store offers smoothies, Popping Boba Juice/Lemonade, Frappes, Acai Bowls, Granola Bowls (made with in house granola), Cinnamon Roasted Almonds/Pecans, Cotton Candy, Snacks, and scrumptious Paninis (fancy grilled cheese). “Aside from our all natural smoothies, we have Popping Boba which I believe nobody else in Ellwood has,“ said Owner Chakayla Hyland. “And there is much more coming soon. Expect to see soups on our fall menu!” Hyland said her business model and tasty offerings were a no brainer…