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May 4, 2021

Youth Soccer Association Treasurer Admits Stealing $100,000 for Personal Expenses

PITTSBURGH, PA – A Beaver County resident pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of wire fraud, Acting United States Attorney Stephen R. Kaufman announced today. Jenessa Tolejko, 35, of Beaver, PA 15009 pleaded guilty to one count before United States District Judge Arthur J. Schwab. In connection with the guilty plea, the court was advised that Tolejko, while serving as Treasurer of the Brighton Township – Beaver Soccer Association, a volunteer-run youth soccer association, improperly used $100,000 of the soccer association’s money for personal expenditures, including a cruise, other travel, goods from Amazon and LuLaRoe, and her household…

May 3, 2021

Mayor Court To Speak At V-E Day Ceremony

Mayor Anthony Court will be the guest speaker at a Wreath-laying Ceremony in honor of the 76th Anniversary of the Allied Victory in Europe (V-E Day) to be held at the World War Two monument in front of the Ellwood City Municipal Building on Saturday, May 8 at 10:00 a.m. After Mayor Court’s address, the wreath laying will be done by the Ellwood City American Legion J. Wilbur Randolph Post 157 followed by a Rifle Salute and the playing of Taps by the Beaver-Lawrence County Veterans Honor Guard. The Public is invited to attend the ceremony. Last year, Mayor Court…

May 3, 2021

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of May 3

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…

April 30, 2021

POLICE: Criminal Complaints

INDECENT EXPOSURE: Michael Hill, 18, of Wampum, is charged with indecent exposure on February 14th in Wayne Township. According to a criminal complaint, officers responded to a call in Wampum from a juvenuile saying that the man she and her friend were hanging out wih exposed himself. The juvenile who made the call related she left the scene due to the inappropriate and unwanted behavior of Hill. Hill later told offcers that he was just hanging out with his girlfriend and did admit to exposing himself. CRIMINAL MISCHIEF: Stephen Mitcham, 42, of New Castle, is charged with Criminal Mischief after…

April 30, 2021

Cambridge Retirement Living Announces Upcoming Events

Cambridge Retirement Living has announced two upcoming events within the community. On Wednesday May 5th, Cinco de Mayo will be celebrated at Cambridge Pointe from 11:00 a.m until 1:00 p.m. B’s Sip of Summer Food Truck will be on site to provide food and prizes will also be made available as well. Another upcoming event is the Spring Senior Expo schedule to take place on Friday May 21st from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The event will be held at Cambridge Falls, located at 599 Norwood Drive, Wampum, behind Sims Bowling Alley. There will be a food truck, giveaways, tours…

April 30, 2021

Free COVID-19 Vaccines Available At Worksite Medical

Worksite Medical in Ellwood City has announced free COVID-19 vaccines. At the moment, 1,200 Pfizer vaccines are available and they are currently first come first serve at the clinic. To be able to receive the vaccine, you must call the clinic and schedule an appointment or schedule one on the Worksite Medical website. You also will need to bring your drivers license or another form of ID and you will have to provide a phone number. The shot itself will take 10 minutes, afterwards you must sit for 15 minutes. According to Worksite Medical, the most important thing that needs…

April 29, 2021

Riverside School District ‘Happy Days’ Cast Q&A

Starting this weekend, The Riverside Beaver County School District will present its 2021 musical comedy – “HAPPY DAYS – The Musical” We caught up with two of the leads for a Q&A session and also a special message to the Riverside actors from original cast member Donnie Most who played Ralph on the TV series (video at the end of the story): Haylee Anderson Part in Musical? Pinky Tuscadero Current Grade? 12th Previous leads/musicals you’ve been in? I’ve been in seussical, drowsy chaperone, shrek, state fair, and last year I was the supporting lead, Hedy, in How to Succeed in…

April 28, 2021

Vogel Bill Would Improve Work Zone Safety for Workers, Motorists

Even as Pennsylvania recognizes National Work Zone Awareness Week from April 26-30, Senator Elder Vogel (R-47) is introducing legislation intended to provide workers with a safe environment and prevent accidents. “Pennsylvania’s road work is often a topic of discussion. Between tolls, bridges and future projects, we spend a lot of time talking about our infrastructure, but not enough time focusing on the safety of the workers,” said Senator Vogel. “In connection with National Work Zone Awareness Week, I am introducing Senate Bill 614 to enhance penalties for offenses in active work zones that do not result in an accident. By…

April 28, 2021

Ellwood City To Hold Annual National Day of Prayer

Ellwood City will be holding its Annual National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 6th at the Ellwood City Community Plaza. The public event is scheduled to take place from 11:45 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. The event will be lead by church and civic leaders and will have live music at noon to open the event and pastor of Ellport Presbyterian Church Charlene Kennedy will welcome everyone to the event and will introduce Mayor Anthony Court to give his opening remarks and lead the Pledge of Allegiance. “This year we will include a time of remembrance for those who have…

April 27, 2021

Ellwood City Borough Asking Residents For Selection On New Trash Program

The Borough of Ellwood City recently awarded its trash contract to Valley Waste and is now asking its residents to their choose desired options via several form options made available this week. From information made available by the Borough and from its new Facebook Page, the following options are available with the new contract and borough residents are asked to choose one from following: 96 Gallon Trash and Recycle Bin $17.69/month 35 Gallon Trash and Recycle Bin $14.94/month Bag program $25.00/ 10 bags The charges for options 1 and 2 will be added to the residential electric bill each month….