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May 19, 2021

Vision Ministries Hosts Fourth Annual Braveheart Testimonial Dinner

Vision Ministries will be hosting the fourth annual Braveheart Testimonial Dinner on May 23rd. The dinner will take place at the New Englander Banquet Center. Doors will open up at 5:00 p.m. and dinner will begin at 5:45 p.m. Tickets are $35.00 per person. This dinner shines light and recognition on the people who have battled the disease of addiction and have won. Pastor Randy Crum of Vision Ministries started the dinner as way to honor the individuals who have been through addiction and have succeeded in their efforts of beating it. At the dinner, there will be five individuals…

May 18, 2021

VOTE: Ellwood City Polling Locations

According to information made available on the Lawrence County government website, polling locations for Ellwood City and surrounding locations are as follows. Registered voters can cast ballots from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on May 18 at their designated polling place, and those voting by mail-in or absentee ballot should drop their ballots off at the Lawrence County Courthouse by 8 p.m. Tuesday. Voters must return their own ballots under state law, with few exceptions.  All Precincts are handicapped accessible on Election Day. ELLWOOD CITY BORO FIRST WARD: 1st Dist Community Action; 926 Crescent Ave. SECOND WARD: 1st Dist First…

May 18, 2021

Bernstine Introduces Constitutional Carry Legislation

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) today introduced “constitutional carry” legislation, which would no longer require law-abiding citizens to obtain a government-issued license to carry a concealed firearm in Pennsylvania. Constitutional carry, or permitless carry, allows an individual over 21 years of age who has passed a criminal background check upon purchase of a firearm to legally carry a handgun concealed without first having to obtain government permission. Current law does not require citizens to obtain a license to openly carry a firearm in Pennsylvania. Bernstine, a vocal pro-Second Amendment lawmaker, called the current concealed carry process a duplicative abuse…

May 18, 2021

Comicon Returns To The Waterfront

3 Rivers Comicon returns to the Pittsburgh area to bring comics, toys, and other nerdy things to fans May 22-23, 2021 at the Waterfront in an outdoor event. Due to COVID-19 restrictions the convention, which normally takes place inside, will have all their vendors and guests under tents in the overflow lot between the Farmer’s National Bank and Steak ‘n Shake, near New Dimension Comics, this year. The convention is free to the public starting at 12 noon each day with a $5 early bird shopper option from 10am-12pm each day. Vendors and guests include a variety of comic book…

May 17, 2021

EC Historical Society Announces Scholarship Winners

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society awarded its Annual Robert and Janice Barensfeld Scholarship Awards to Emily Ann Borroni and Hayden Christopher Panek at a meeting Wednesday May 5th. The meeting was opened by Everett Bleakney, president of the Society. He first explained the appreciation of all who had entered essays to be judged. Bleakney stated that the History Society was blessed to be able to continue giving these awards. To date, the History Center has awarded $69,000.00 to deserving graduating students pursuing higher education. The Barensfelds had been very active members of the History Center, and appreciated students who…

May 17, 2021

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of May 17

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. NEW HOURS 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 14, 2021

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: A theft was reported as a pressure washer was taken from a residence on Van Gorder Mill Road, Perry Township. According to a PA State Police report, between the dates of March 10 and May 1, 2021, the pressure washer, a G3050HR Karcher G3050 OHR, valued at $450.00, was taken from the residence. The investigation is ongoing. HARASS PHYSICAL CONTACT: Pennsylvania State Police were dispatched to a home on Old Route 18, New Beaver Boro, on April 24 at 11:24 p.m. after receiving a call that a 65 year old female and 67 year old man were arguing. Upon…

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…