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December 28, 2018

David Barensfeld Takes On ‘Raja Show’

Local CEO and president of Ellwood Group Inc., David Barensfeld has been announced to appear on the “Raja Show” on Saturday at 2:00 P.M. The “Raja Show” is a KDKA-AM 1020 Radio Show with host Raja. He has had an award winning 21-year career as the head of one of the fastest growing IT companies in America. According to the shows website, this show is  “his turn to pass along what he’s learned on to you”. His show focuses on providing advice through the experiences his guests and himself have gone through on their way to a successful career. Barensfeld is…

December 27, 2018

Cioffi Awarded Commendation For Service To Community

On Monday, former borough manager Joe Cioffi was honored with a plaque as a commendation for his 60 years of service to the community by Mayor Anthony Court. Cioffi, 81, had been serving as a temporary interim manager while the borough looked to find applicants after it was decided by council not to renew the former manager’s, Robert Villella earlier this year. During his years serving the community Cioffi held positions as a teacher, administrator and a School Board  member. He was a baseball and basketball coach, church lector, Director of Parks and Recreation and served as Borough Manager for Ellwood…

December 27, 2018

Part 2: Top 10 Stories of 2018

In following previous years’ tradition, EllwoodCity.org brings the calendar to a close with the top 10 most popular stories of the year. Today is Part 2 in a 2-part series featuring the top stories of 2018. We would like to thank all of our readers for contributing to our one-million-plus page views this year. Be sure to click here for Part 1 if you haven’t already read it. The EllwoodCity.org staff wishes everyone a safe and happy 2019! Koppel Bridge Construction Continues The historic Koppel Bridge, one of the most used bridges for Ellwoodians, is finally going to be replaced with a…

December 26, 2018

Part 1: Top 10 Stories of 2018

In following previous years’ tradition, EllwoodCity.org brings the calendar to a close with the top 10 most popular stories of the year. Today is Part 1 in a 2-part series featuring the top stories of 2018. We would like to thank all of our readers for contributing to our one-million-plus page views this year. Be sure to check back tomorrow for Part 2. The EllwoodCity.org staff wishes everyone a safe and happy 2019! Ellwood Resident Busted for Heroin Distribution. Very early in the year, several police reports topped the charts led by a January report for heroin distribution. 27-year-old Samantha…

December 26, 2018

Tickets On Sale For “West Side Story”

SHARON – The Jets and the Sharks will take over the Armory of the Arts for seven days in January when the Chrysalis Stage Advanced Performing Arts Conservatory stages “West Side Story” in Sharon. Tickets are now on sale at the conservatory’s web site, thechrysalisstage.org, for shows at 7 p.m. Jan. 18 and 19 and 24-26, and 3 p.m. Jan. 20 and 27. The Armory of the Arts, 49. S. Sharpsville Ave., is adjacent to LuLu Beans Cafe. The show, the first by the Chrysalis Stage, will feature about two dozen students in grades eight through 12 from Sharon, Brookfield,…

December 24, 2018

BC3 President And Ellwood Native Elected To Discuss College’s Initiatives On PCN Show

(Butler, PA) Ellwood City native and Butler County Community College president Dr. Nick Neupauer will discuss Butler County Community College’s new downtown Butler initiatives and the advantages of a community college education when he becomes the first community college president in the state to appear on a cable television program that reaches 4 million Pennsylvania households. Neupauer, a 1985 graduate of Lincoln High School, will be one of two guests when “Inside PA Boroughs” opens its 2019 season at 5 p.m. Jan. 13 on PCN. The half-hour show will “explore the vital role community colleges play in workforce development and economic…

December 24, 2018

Library Activities For The Week Of December 24

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. Activities taking place this week include: MONDAY, DECEMBER 24 The Library will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25 The Library will be closed in observance of Christmas. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26 10:00 a.m. – “Coloring for Adults,” a weekly program that is free and open to the public. It is designed to help reduce stresses of everyday life. All adults are welcome. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27 6:00 p.m. – “Adult Knitting Group,” which meets weekly to work…

December 21, 2018

Two Ellwood City Men Plead Guilty To Drug Charges

PITTSBURGH – Two residents of Ellwood City, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of violating federal narcotics laws, United States Attorney Scott W. Brady announced earlier this week. Dylan Main, 22, of Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty to one count before United States District Judge Arthur J. Schwab. Anthony Washington, Jr., 26, pleaded guilty to one count before United States District Judge Arthur J. Schwab. In connection with the Main guilty plea, the court was advised that on May 31, 2018, Main distributed and possessed with intent to distribute less than 50 grams of cocaine, a Schedule II…

December 21, 2018

North Side Positive Action Program Recognizes Local Heroes

On Monday, children at North Side Elementary school present Ellwood City’s police and fireman as a part of their December Positive Action Program. The idea for this to become a program came from a simple comment made by Dawn Santagata’s granddaughter. “My daughter mentioned to me that my granddaughter had asked her if she should be afraid of the police,” Santagata said. She proceeded to explain that the children only hear the negatives about the police; they hear about the cases on the television, on the radio, and even what their parents have to say involving the police. She began…

December 20, 2018

Holy Redeemer To Host Local Group “One Voice”

On Friday, local group “One Voice” will be performing at the Holy Redeemer Church in Ellwood City.  The event is scheduled to begin at 7:00pm The program is titled “Oh Come Let Us Adore Him” and is said to be an advent Christmas program. There will be readings and music as well as One Voice’s performance. Holy Redeemer Church is located at 415 4th Street in Ellwood City. The group has been active this month, recently playing live holiday inspired music at local coffee shop National Grind as well as at Chewton Church for a live Nativity Scene performance and a…