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August 4, 2023

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: On July 24th at approximately 8:51 p.m., PA State Police responded to a report of theft from a vehicle at McConnells Mill Park, Slippery Rock Township. According to the report, and the 29-year-old female victim from Butler, the driver side front window of a 2008 Jeep was smashed and a small multicolor Grateful Dead danccing bear backpack purse was stolen from the vehicle. It was determined that the theft occurred between 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Anyone with information, please contact PA State Police 724-598-2211 and reference incident number PA2023-974172 BURGLARY: On July 24th at approximately 6:12 p.m, PA State…

August 4, 2023

Pickleball Court a “Hit” in Ewing Park

If you have noticed something new this year in Ewing Park … it’s probably the pickleball court. Councilwoman Judith Dici saw the sport growing in popularity and when she realized that it was a sport that many ages and skill levels could enjoy, she decided to bring the idea to Ellwood City Borough Council. Dici herself plays pickleball and said that her drive to get the courts came from having a friend who has Parkinson’s Disease as well as seeing the students at Lincoln participating in pickleball tournaments in the high school gym during lunchtime. “The kids loved it. It…

August 3, 2023

Real Estate Transfers For July 2023

The sunshine of summer has area residents on the move! The summer season offers great weather for the big move and to get settled into your new estate. According to RocketHomes.com, homes in Lawrence County sold in July 2023 at an median price of $149,982, 9.4% more than they did a year ago. More specifically, homes in Ellwood City have sold for a whopping 16.7% more than they did last July. Of note, three properties on Ellwood Road in Shenango Township combined to sell for $2.06 million dollars in July as part of a real estate investment plan to subdivide,…

August 2, 2023

PHOTOS: 10th Annual Franklin Township National Night Out

Franklin Township hosted its 10th Annual National Night Out event Tuesday amid cooler summer temperatures at the Franklin Plaza in Ellwood City. The event was sponsored by Plassmeyer Towing. The free event, open to the public, featured activities for children, fire safety, CPR training, prize giveaways, and food vendors. To learn more about National Night Out (NNO), please visit the township website at www.franklintownshipbeavercounty.com/nno/ or the NNO website: natw.org. Franklin Township is also hosting a FREE electronic recycling event Wednedsay, August 2nd at Riverside High School.

August 2, 2023

Social Media Influencer Among BC3’s New Short-Term Programs

Butler – One short-term Butler County Community College program debuting this fall will help students such as small-business owners or employees to acquire or enhance social media skills, and the other, to gain practical knowledge needed to work in a medical office. The college’s business and information technology division will begin programs in social media influencer and in medical office specialist when the fall 2023 semester begins Aug. 21. Students can achieve a workplace certificate in the 16-credit social media influencer program and a certificate in the 36-credit medical office specialist program. Certificate programs include more general education, elective or…

August 2, 2023

PennDOT, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful Seeking High School Students for Young Ambassadors Program

Harrisburg – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful are inviting 10th -12th grade students from around the state to help keep Pennsylvania clean and beautiful through the Young Ambassadors of Pennsylvania program. The program seeks to build community stewards and civic leaders by inspiring, engaging, and empowering young Pennsylvanians to not only keep their communities clean and beautiful but also to become ambassadors in their community for a shared vision of a clean and beautiful Pennsylvania. Applicants should be passionate about the environment and committed to making Pennsylvania the best place to live, work and play…

July 31, 2023

Borough Online Payment System Still Not Functioning

In a post made available Monday morning, the Borough of Ellwood City has reminded and notified its electric customers that their PayDici online payment portal is still not functioning. The borough advises that payments are to be made in person via check, mailing a check, or calling in to make payment by credit card over the phone. Post Date:07/31/2023 5:32 AM It has come to our attention that customers are still trying to pay their electric bill through the online system. This system has not worked correctly since June, as stated on customer bills and our website. We are awaiting…

July 31, 2023

PHOTO: LHS Class of 1978 45th Reunion

The Lincoln High School Class of 1978 enjoyed its 45th Class Reunion on Saturday, July 22nd at the Wurtemburg/Perry Fire Department. Sixty classmates and 30 guests celebrated the reunion celebration. A buffet dinner and dessert was provided along with a 50/50 raffle and a Chinese Auction.

July 29, 2023

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of July 30th

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! 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. –…

July 28, 2023

Route 351 Paving Begins Next Week in Lawrence, Beaver Counties

Pittsburgh – PennDOT District 11 is announcing roadway improvement work on Route 351 in North Sewickley Township, Beaver County and Wayne Township, Lawrence County will begin Monday, July 31 weather permitting. Improvement work, including milling and paving, drainage upgrades, base and shoulder repairs, guide rail updates, pavement marking installation, and other various construction related activities, will occur on Route 351 between River Road in North Sewickley Township and 13th Street in Wayne Township. Single-lane alternating traffic will occur on Route 351 daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through late November. The project is part of a $1.38 million group…