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April 7, 2024

Eclipse 2024: What To Expect

No human action can disrupt the incessant dance of the cosmos, and the Moon’s shadow will not wait on you if you’re not ready. On Monday, April 8, 2024, there will be a total solar eclipse. It is the second total eclipse of the 21st Century and will be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous United States until 2044. According to NASA, the path of the eclipse continues from Mexico, entering the United States in Texas, and traveling through Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. The eclipse will…

April 7, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of April 8th

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. 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. – 4:00 p.m….

April 5, 2024

Mayor Court Proclaims Joseph Connor Roth Day

Ellwood City Mayor Anthony J. Court proclaimed April 4, 2024 as Joseph Connor Roth day in the Borough of Ellwood City. Roth was recognized as being the all-time leading scorer in Ellwood City Boys’ Basketball with 2,109 points in his career. He was a four year starter and helped Ellwood City win the WPIAL Class-3A title in the 2020-21 season. His point total placed him 5th overall in Lawrence County all-time scoring and in the top 30 All-time in the WPIAL. Mayor Court along with the Borough of Ellwood City commends Joseph Connor Roth for his exceptional passion and dedication…

April 5, 2024

Get Your Tickets NOW for Lincoln High School’s Musical Schoolhouse Rock Live!

The Lincoln High School Musical Theater will present the musical, Schoolhouse Rock Live! on APRIL 12-14 in the high school auditorium. Under the direction of Rick Hudson, this musical is based on the 1970s cartoon, and teaches lessons with clever, catchy tunes. We hope you can join us for Schoolhouse Rock Live! at Lincoln High School. The Emmy Award-winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series that taught history, grammar, math and more through clever, tuneful songs is not only making a small-screen comeback, it will light up the Lincoln High School stage. Schoolhouse Rock Live! follows Tom, a nerve-wracked school teacher…

April 5, 2024

BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing Sets Open House For April 10th

Prospective students can explore BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing’s associate degrees in transfer and career programs during an open house from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. April 10 at 2849 W. State St., New Castle. BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing will waive its $25 application fee for prospective students who apply for admission at the open house. Prospective students can RSVP at bc3.edu/open-house Guests attending the open house can also learn about BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing’s affordability, support services, financial aid options and resources such as free tutoring. Shenango Township resident Makenzie Perretti says you meet “very nice people who are looking…

April 3, 2024

Road Closures and Restrictions

PennDOT District 11 is advising motorists that portions of the following state roadways are closed or restricted due to flooding and slides as of 8:00 a.m. Wednesday: Beaver County Country Club Drive ranging from Mercer Road to the Riverside High School football field parking lot – Closed Route 51 (Constitution Boulevard) near the Aliquippa Bridge in the City of Aliquippa – lane restrictions Route 68 (Sunflower Road) between Zeigler Road in Beaver County and Muntz Run Road in Butler County – Closed Route 68 (Beaver Midland Road) between Engle Road in Industry Borough and Sebring Road in Vanport Township –…

April 2, 2024

REMINDER: Wayne Township Board Of Supervisors Meets Thursday

The Wayne Township Board of Supervisors monthly meeting for April is scheduled to be held Thursday, April 4th at 6:00 p.m. If community members are concerned or care to express any opinions on any township related matter, they may choose to do so at this time. In March, the Wayne Township Board of Supervisors voted against holding its annual clean-up day as part of its new business items. The communities represented in Wayne Township are Burnstown, Chewton, Park Gate and Wurtemburg. All meetings are open to the Public, are advertised and are held at the Wayne Township Municipal Building. Supervisors…

April 1, 2024

Franklin Township Announces 2024 Clean Up Day

Clean up your yard, clean up your home, and clean up your garage! Franklin Township residents are invited to participate in a township clean-up day planned for Saturday, May 4, 2024. The event will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until 2:00 p.m. for township residents. Residents can drop off trash at the Franklin Township Building located on Route 288 in Fombell. This cleanup event is for township residents only, with two (2) passes allowed per household. A pass is good for one (1) load. Passes can be purchased in advance for $10.00 Car, $15.00 Truck or Trailer, $20.00 Dump…

April 1, 2024

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

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful are inviting 10th -12th grade students to help keep Pennsylvania clean and beautiful through the Young Ambassadors of Pennsylvania program. The program, now in its third year, builds community stewards and civic leaders by empowering young Pennsylvanians 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 restoring and protecting Pennsylvania’s ecological landscape through volunteerism and leadership. Ambassadors will train and network with industry leaders, state agencies, local media and the Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful…

March 30, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of April 1st

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. 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. – 4:00 p.m….