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August 9, 2018

Expired Registration Leads to Court Summons

Ellwood City Police Department completed a traffic stop on Joseph Serjak for an expired registration on Aug. 4. Officers approached the vehicle and Serjak immediately stated he had a knife on his waist. Police advised Serjak to keep his hands on the wheel of the vehicle. Serjak was accompanied in the car by Jon Lamzena, both appeared nervous to officers. The officer observed track marks on Serjak’s arms and asked why his registration was expired. According to the police report, Serjak stated him and his wife has split up and he has been living out of his vehicle. The officer…

August 8, 2018

Yellow Ribbon Girls Carnival August 11

The Yellow Ribbon Girls, which are based out of Ellwood City, have a Carnival coming up on August 11 with proceeds to benefit the Yellow Ribbon Girls Care Package Postage Fund. The Yellow Ribbon Girls create and send monthly care packages to our troops deployed around the world. “We ship between 80- 90 packages each month,” Said Bonnie Phillippi, a founder of Ellwood City Yellow Ribbon Girls. “Our group depends on volunteers to donate their time to help sort and pack items. Groups and individuals to donate the supplies and treats requested by the troops and events are held to…

August 7, 2018

Mount Airy is Building a Casino Right Outside Ellwood City

Mount Airy Casino Resort, Pennsylvania’s first AAA Four-Diamond casino resort, announced today the expansion of its customer-focused luxury brand into the Pittsburgh and tri-state market. The owner of the state’s only family-owned casino announced immediate plans for Mount Airy Pittsburgh, a casino and premier destination development, to break ground at the end of the year after the purchase of over 100 shovel-ready acres located conveniently off Interstate 376 and the PA Turnpike in Beaver County — less than 20 miles from Cranberry, Sewickley and the Ohio state line. “We’re thrilled to bring our four-diamond customer service, high quality entertainment and…

August 7, 2018

PHOTOS: Updates on Bridge Construction Around Ellwood City

Koppel Bridge Updates According to PennDOT:  The $27.58 million Route 351 Koppel Bridge replacement project continues in 2018 with steel erection, and pier and retaining wall construction to the bridge connecting Koppel Borough to North Sewickley Township over Beaver River. Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge during the construction of the new bridge. An approximate three-month closure with detour will occur in the summer of 2019. Additional work includes signage, pavement markings, drainage, and guiderail installation. Portersville Road Bridge Updates According to PennDOT:  PennDOT District 11 is announcing bridge replacement work on Portersville Road (Route 488) in Wayne and…

August 6, 2018

PHOTOS: 52nd Annual Bazaar

The 52nd Annual Holy Redeemer Bazaar took place over the weekend, beginning last Wednesday and stretching to Sunday August 4th on the grounds of the Holy Redeemer Parish. The food, the fun and the fireworks make the Bazaar a favorite. This year the bazaar featured a special area for kids ages two to seven called “You’re Incredible Zone,” inspired by Disney’s Pixar movie “The Incredibles.” Nightly entertainment featured performances by a barbershop quartet, a polka group, a contemporary Christian group and others. There were performances by three Ellwood City dance companies Dance Expressions; Studio P; and Diamond Dance Academy.

August 6, 2018

Ellwood City Library Activities for Week of August 6

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:   TUESDAY, AUGUST 7 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. -“Teen Film Making Workshop,” an opportunity for students to try their hand at filmmaking.  A college student majoring in film production will be available to assist teens in using the green screen and video equipment.   WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 10:00 a.m. – “Coloring for Adults,” a weekly program that is free and open to the public.  It is…

August 3, 2018

OLD PHOTO FRIDAY: Stormy Weather

This week’s Old Photo Friday, courtesy of the Ellwood City Historical Society are some pictures of stormy weather Ellwood City had back in July of 1981. Do you remember the storms in the summer of ’81? The pictures showcase trees down and wet streets on Wood St. off Line Ave. Did you or anyone you know live here when the storms happened? Let us know! Please comment and share your stories with us and others about rainy days in Ellwood City.      

August 3, 2018

Ellwood City Holy Redeemer Parish 52nd Annual Bazaar News

Holy Redeemer Parish’s 52nd Bazaar Festivities Continue: A great opportunity is still available to win large cash awards, by participating in the ‘Summer Cash Give-away’ with a $25,000.00 grand cash prize awarded on Saturday night, August 4 along with the 50/50 raffle with a cash award now well over $3,000.00, also awarded on Saturday night. Tickets are being sold on the grounds during the bazaar or in the parish office. For more information, call the parish office at 724-758-4411. Dinner on the grounds, at $12.00 per dinner, starts at 5:00 p.m. featuring BBQ Ribs Friday and Lamb Dinners Saturday. There…

August 3, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for August 3 to 7

Happenings for the Week BEGINNING Friday, August 3rd, 2018: Friday, August 3rd: Wampum Car Cruise: ANNUAL HOMECOMING WEEKEND – 26TH annual Car Cruise Registration begins @ 4 P.M. cruise begins @ 5 P.M. until dusk Vendors, entertainment, and prizes!!! Saturday, August 4th: Ellwood City Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday through October 6th 8:00 AM until Noon Live music from 9:00 – 11:00 AM Located in the Beaver Avenue Parking Lot (500 Block) FREE PARKING DOWNTOWN! Multi-Chamber Moraine Summer Mixer: Expand your network this summer at a private tent specifically for Chamber members from Ellwood City Area Chamber, Beaver County Chamber, Butler County…

August 2, 2018

H.O.P.E. Festival Coming to Lawrence Avenue

The Ellwood City area is filled with those who need help, support, assistance, guidance and above all encouragement. Weather it’s from a lost job, health problems,drug or alcohol, pregnancy, divorce or a host of other issues, people need “love and hope.” A one-day H.O.P.E. festival is coming to Ellwood City on Saturday August 25 from 10 am to 5 pm on Lawrence Ave between 4th street and 6th street. The festival will bring together agencies, both christian and secular who can provide that encouragement and help. Groups such as the Alpha Omega Pregnancy Center, FOCUS West Central PA; Celebrate Recovery;…