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May 14, 2021

Ellwood City School District Receives $7,481 State Grant

The Ellwood City Area School District was awarded a $7,481 state grant by the Department of Agriculture, according to Senator Elder Vogel. The school district will use the Ag & Youth Program funding for the Garden at Perry Project. The Pennsylvania Ag & Youth Grant Program provides direct and matching grants to help fund eligible projects, programs and equipment purchases conducted or made by organizations composed mainly of youth and organized to promote development in agriculture, community leadership, vocational training, and peer fellowship. “It’s good to see the state take an active role in promoting agricultural studies and activities in…

May 13, 2021

Wolf to Increase Indoor & Outdoor Events and Gatherings Maximum Capacity on May 17

The Wolf Administration announced Monday that event and gathering maximum occupancy limits will be increased to 50 percent for indoor events and gatherings and 75 percent for outdoor events and gatherings effective Monday, May 17 at 12:01 AM. “As more Pennsylvania adults get vaccinated and guidance from the CDC evolves, we can continue to move forward with the commonwealth’s reopening efforts,” said Governor Wolf. “We recognize the significant strain businesses have faced during COVID-19 mitigation efforts. Throughout the last year and half, we have seen businesses continue to put the safety of their patrons first and I believe they will…

May 13, 2021

HITCHED: Spring Into Love

Springtime means warmer weather, blooming flowers, cooler drinks, and outdoor activities.  Think pretty pastels, blooming cherry blossoms, and fresh greenery! This spring has been a complete rebound from twelve months ago when the COVID-19 pandemic gripped our communities and cancelled social events such as weddings and receptions. Now, outdoor events are re-emerging, bringing in summer with celebratory events, and what better way to move into the oncoming summer season than with a glorious wedding. Here’s a list of those locals from Lawrence County who took the next step in the relationship with saying “I Do” or those who decided their…

May 11, 2021

Riverside High School 2021 Prom

Riverside High School held their 2021 prom this past Friday May 7th. The promenade took place at Riverside High School where students walked through both the gymnasium and auditorium for friends and family to see. The dance was held at Rustic Meadows Farms in Darlington, Pennsylvania. The prom court was selected earlier in the week and the king and queen were crowned at the end of promenade. The prom queen was Taryn Schmdit and the prom king was Ethan Geist. Congratulations to both individuals! Pictured below: Front Row: Iris Schweiger, Taryn Schmidt, Emma Beachem, Samantha Finch, Haylee Anderson; Back Row: Hayden…

May 11, 2021

Beaver County Announces Infrastructure Connectivity Project Survey

The Beaver County Office of Planning and Redevelopment is taking steps to ensure that all residents and businesses in Beaver County can connect to high speed, affordable internet. Working together with countywide and regional agencies, Beaver County is seeking to bridge the Digital Divide to ensure both urban and rural communities are properly connected. The primary effort for 2021 is to identify gap areas in Beaver County for future infrastructure expansion and ensuring digital inclusion for all citizens, providing the access and effective use of technology necessary to participate in modern society. Broadband access, adoption, and digital equity studies are…

May 11, 2021

V-E Day Celebrated; Ceremony Held On Saturday

Victory in Europe (V-E) Day is celebrated annually on May 8th to recognize the formal acceptance by the Allies of World War II of Germany’s unconditional surrender. Ellwood City celebrated its “V-E Day” this past Saturday, which was the 76th anniversary of the end of war, at the World War Two monument in front of the Municipal Building. Ellwood City’s Mayor Anthony J. Court was the guest speaker and he spoke about the sacrifices that were made, the dreams put on hold, and the courage displayed by Veterans that help secure our freedom for our country. “It was an honor…

May 10, 2021

UPMC Jameson Holding Vaccination Event For Ellwood City Community At Lincoln High School

UPMC Jameson is holding a special vaccination event for the Ellwood City community on Saturday, May 15, at Lincoln High School. The Lincoln High School clinic for Ellwood City and surrounding area community members, operated by UPMC Jameson, is scheduled to take place from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 15. Registrations requested at Vaccine.UPMC.com, but walk-ins are welcome. When choosing the location on Vaccine.UPMC.com select “Ellwood City Com Project.” In addition to the Lincoln High School vaccine clinic location, there are several other scheduled clinics for the Butler-Beaver-Lawrence-Mercer region. Lawrence County YMCA’s Y-Zone clinic operated by UPMC…

May 10, 2021

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of May 10th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities.  Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458.  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.  PLEASE NOTE, WE’RE OPEN  The Library will be open by appointment only. Call the library to set-up an appointment to browse for books or use a computer. Anything printed must be paid…

May 7, 2021

Part Three: 2021 Primary Election Candidate Q&A

This is the third in a three-part series featuring a Q&A with the candidates for Ellwood City Borough Council and Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors. Today’s Q&A features Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors candidates Barbara Wilson and Claire Fauzey. Yesterday’s Q&A featured candidates Kathleen McCommons, Renee Pitrelli, and Kathy Tillia. (Candidates Norman Boots, JoEllen Eichler, and Kathy Pansera did not participate).  Primary Elections are just around the corner. Residents will be able to place their votes on May 18. To find your polling location, click here. To learn more about the voting process and how…

May 7, 2021

Film Producer & EC Native Follows Family Ties In Journey To Tell Story Of Local War Hero

800 missions, saving 576 lives. That is the story of local war hero Royal Stratton as told by his nephew and film producer Christopher Johnson, an Ellwood native. Johnson, along with production partner Mariana Tosca, directed a 90-minute film titled “Journey to Royal: A WWII Rescue Mission” that was released in February 2021. Tosca and Johnson, born in Ellwood City, traveled the globe to locate and interview the last remaining voices of the Greatest Generation in order to secure firsthand, historical accounts of some of the most consequential events of the war.  The film has taken 10 years to complete….