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June 7, 2024

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

DRIVING WITHOUT LICENSE: Trent Sirak, 21, of Ellwood City is charged with Driving without a license after an incident on May 21st. According to a criminal complaint, and at approximately 7:40 p.m., officers were patrolling and had noticed a green quad traveling at high speeds. Police followed with sirens and lights, but the operator fled. Police then spoke to Abigail Naher who related that Sirak had been operating a green quad recently. POSSESSION/USE: Jamie Pezzuti, 46, of New Castle is charged with Driving Without a License after an incident on May 29th. According to a criminal complaint, and at approximately…

June 6, 2024

PHOTOS: North Side Primary 2nd Grade Entrepreneurs Day

The North Side Primary school hosted a Lemonade Stand that was run by 2nd Grade Entrepreneurs last week. As part of the educational day, five different stations helped all students learned how to work for themselves. Students were able to practice and demonstrate soft skills such as communicating, collaborating, co-operation, being adaptable, time management and other interpersonal skills according to Debbie Weich, North Side Primary School counselor. Each of the six 2nd grade classrooms had a designated time to invite their friends and family to visit the stand. Cash donations were accepted The event took place May 29th, 30th, and…

June 6, 2024

Senate Approves Bill To Allow East Palestine Train Derailment Victims Keep More Money

HARRISBURG – The state Senate today approved legislation introduced by Sens. Doug Mastriano (R-33), Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47), and Michele Brooks (R-50) that would enable Pennsylvania victims of the Norfolk Southern train wreck near East Palestine, Ohio, last year to keep more of their own money. “This bill would enable the families and businesses harmed by the Norfolk Southern train wreck to keep more of the money from their relief payments and settlements,” said Mastriano, who serves as chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, hosted a hearing immediately following the train wreck, and subpoenaed Norfolk Southern CEO Alan Shaw to appear before the committee. “Rather…

June 5, 2024

Mayor Court Presents 3rd Beautification Award Of 2024

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented Gina Borselli with the 3rd Beautification Award of 2024. “Congratulations Gina on a job well done,” said Mayor Court in a statement. Gina was presented with a yard sign to display and a gift certificate to a local restaurant. The Mayor wants to thank the residence who have taken their time and effort to spruce up their respective properties and to those who have submitted nominations to the Mayor. Nominations are still being taken. You can drop it off at the Mayor’s office in the Municipal Building or call the Mayor at 724-824-7629. PICTURED BELOW…

June 5, 2024

Lincoln High School Class of 2024 Graduation Set For Thursday

The Lincoln High School graduating class of 2024 will receive their diplomas on June 6th at 7:00 p.m. at the Sgt. Leslie H. Sabo Jr. Memorial Auditorium. Lincoln High School is graduating 99 students with eight students receiving high honors. [VIEW FULL 2024 GRADUATES LIST] 2024 COMMENCEMENT VIDEO:  High Honor graduates receive plaques at the assembly and Honor graduates will receive certificates. High Honor Graduates (pictured below, in alphabetical order): Gianna Nicole DiCerbo Evan Thomas Magill Claire Marie Noble Keira Gabrielle Rozanski Erica Joelle Summa Ryan Thomas Turner Nicholas Edward Wise Talan Christopher Young Honor Graduates (in alphabetical order)…

June 5, 2024

Daylight Bridge Washing Activities Continue in Lawrence County

Pittsburgh – PennDOT District 11 is announcing daylight bridge washing activities in Lawrence County will occur Wednesday through Friday, June 5-7 weather permitting. Bridge washing operations requiring single-lane restrictions will occur from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the following locations: Route 168 (Galilee Road) over the Beaver River in North Beaver and Taylor townships on Wednesday and Thursday Route 168 West Pittsburg Road over the US 422 Bypass in Taylor Township on Wednesday and Thursday Route 288 over the Beaver River in Wampum Borough and Wayne Township Wednesday through Friday Crews from Green Acres Contracting will conduct the work. Motorists…

June 4, 2024

Borough Reminds Its Residents & Property Owners Of Minimum Standards

In the spirit of pride in the community, and an effort to protect, increase and maintain property values, the Borough of Ellwood City has some minimum standards outlined in its ordinances. The adoption by ordinance of the International Property Maintenance Code 2012 (Ellwood City Borough Code of Ordinances, Chapter 1492) listed below details pertinent sections that relate to residential and commercial property owners. This advertisement shall serve as written notice of having provided proper notice of the Ordinance. its requirements, obligations and penalties which may be imposed for the violations: Chapter 3 – General Requirements: SECTION 302 EXTERIOR PROPERTY AREAS…

June 3, 2024

Riverside Class of 2024 Graduates 111 Seniors

Riverside High School held its 62nd annual commencement on Friday, May 31st at the Riverside Memorial Stadium. A total of 111 seniors comprised the Riverside Class of 2024. [VIEW COMMENCEMENT VIDEO] The Top 5, in alphabetical order are (pictured below) Alexis Fluharty Emma Kennedy Darren McDade Reece Sullivan Brooke Wissinger Top honors are listed below in alphabetical order: Rebecca Baker Bo Fornataro Sara Kaelin Johnathan Nelson Lily Scott Ashlyn Servick Emma Thellman [VIEW FULL 2024 GRADUATE LIST] On Thursday, the Class of 2024, along with Kindergarten Students (Class of 2036), paraded through the hall ways one last time as Riverside…

June 2, 2024

2nd Beautification Award Winner of 2024 Announced

Mayor Anthony J. Court presented the 2nd winner of 2024 Beautification Award to Bill and Samantha DeJoseph of 115 First Street. “Congratulations, Bill and Samantha!” Mayor Court said in an e-mailed statement. “Lots of work went into this property and it shows, job well done!” Bill and Samantha were presented with a yard sign to display and a gift certificate to a local restaurant. There are four winners to go. Nominations still being accepted at Mayor’s office or by calling him at 724-824-7629 PICTURED BELOW: (left to right) Mayor Anthony Court, Bill DeJoseph and Samantha DeJoseph RELATED: Mayor Court’s Beautification Awards…

June 1, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of June 3rd

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. 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. HOURS 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. – 4:00 p.m….