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May 17, 2018

Ellwood City Historical Society Membership Meeting May 14

   Everett Bleakney welcomed everyone to the May 14 meeting of the Ellwood City Area Historical Society.  There were 36 in attendance. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Guy Prestia, a WWII veteran. Minutes of the previous meeting were read.  Motion to accept was made by David Barensfeld and seconded by Ron Geddes. Treasurer’s report was given by Charlie Brown with a beginning balance of $5807.24 and an ending balance of $5836.60.  Motion to accept was made by Ron Geddes and seconded by Louise Carroll. Old Business:  Nothing to report. New Business:  Ron advised volunteers were needed to man…

May 16, 2018

Traffic Stop Leads to One Arrest and One Citation

Taylor Foley, 21, was placed under arrest by Ellwood City Police for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and Kory Coles, 29, was issued a citation for disorderly conduct after a traffic stop led to a car search and field sobriety test. On May 11, Officers patrolling College St. attempted to make a right hand turn onto Ellwood Ave. and found a car parked at an angle preventing the movement of the cruiser. Officers requested the driver roll down the window. Foley rolled down the window and officers observed a strong marijuana odor from inside the vehicle. Officers…

May 16, 2018

Would you like to “Walk to Honor” a loved one in this year’s Memorial Day Parade?

On the fourth Monday of May, patrons of Ellwood City will gather in the North Side neighborhood for the annual Memorial Day Parade through town. Youth organizations, marching bands, city and state officials, fire trucks, police cruisers, and other community members participate in the parade across town to Veterans Memorial Park where the closing ceremonies are held. Memorial is a federal holiday in the United States for remembrance of people, family members and friends who died while serving in the country’s armed forces. The holiday, which is currently observed every year on the last Monday of May, will be held…

May 16, 2018

Ellwood City Council Agenda Brief

The following is a brief summary of items discussed at the Ellwood City borough council agenda meeting on Monday, May 14: Beechwood Blvd Address Added to Agenda Council member Michelle Lamenza requested a motion be added to the agenda to repeal a motion changing several Beechwood Boulevard addresses to Constitution Boulevard addresses. Earlier in the year, council approved these changes to make it easier for emergency responders to find specific addresses. However, some of the affected constituents hired a lawyer, Al Torrence, of Beaver County, to ask council to repeal the motion. In the March meeting, Torrence argued that the…

May 15, 2018

This New Shop is Smokin’ — New Cigar Shoppe on Lawrence Ave

The Cigar Shoppe located on Lawrence Avenue had its grand opening last weekend. Steve Busby and Rich Yonlisky partnered up to create the first cigar shop located centrally in Ellwood City. The partners wanted to create a fun atmosphere where people can come and relax while smoking a cigar. The Cigar Shoppe offers a wide variety of cigars and the owners are willing get any type or kind of cigar if they don’t have it. “I think we have cigars that are not regularly offered around here, as well as popular cigars. We also are willing to get anything in…

May 15, 2018

ELLWOOD CITY RELAY FOR LIFE

Be A Hero Relay For Life Survivor Luncheon Sunday, May 20, 2018 2:00 – 5:00 P.M. Join us as we celebrate our survivors at the Wurtemberg-Perry Fire Hill on Portersville Road with a luncheon. This is free to all survivors and a guest meal prepared by the Ladies Auxiliary Wurtemberg-Perry Fire Hall.  Relay For Life survivor shirts will be received at this time.  RSVP to Donna Kish at 724-944-4709, or the American Cancer Society 1-814-866-5174.  You can register on our website:  relayforlife.org/paellwood.    Be A Superhero Relay For Life  Saturday, June 2, 2018 1:00 – 10:00 P.M. Public is welcome to…

May 15, 2018

Riv-Ell Program to Challenge Future Business Leaders

First 10 Lincoln, Riverside seniors enroll in “unprecedented” collaborative effort among BC3, CCBC, E.C. chamber and benefactors (Ellwood City, PA) Ten Lincoln and Riverside high school seniors this fall will be the first to capitalize on a new Butler County Community College and Community College of Beaver County initiative whose instructors and mentors will guide the transformation of students’ ideas into feasible business plans, and culminate in 16 tuition-free transferrable credits – and a resume-building workplace certificate. BC3 and CCBC, in concert with the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce and Ellwood City area businesses, have created the yearlong Riv-Ell…

May 14, 2018

Ellwood City Native Takes on Independent Electric Utilization Study

Liz Prence, a native of Ellwood City is doing an independent study to help people find the reason for their high electric utilization. Prence has over 35 years experience in data analysis and quality control, she has a Bachelors in biochemistry and is currently chief quality officer for Healthmap Solutions. The study will help provide information and effective solutions to people who have excessively high electric bills by determining the cause of the discrepancies seen among electric customers. “We are all charged the same rate per KWH, yet many residents don’t have high electric bills (me, for example),” Prence said….

May 14, 2018

Ellwood City Junior High Softball Team Completes Season Undefeated

The Lady Wolverines traveled to Monaca on Friday afternoon to square off in a doubleheader with a very talented Central Valley Warrior team. The team returned home with a well earned sweep by scores of 7-3 and 6-1. The team completed their season with an unblemished record of 12-0.   Game One Recap  The Lady Wolverines started off hot as they plated 3 runs in the first inning. Kyla Servick led off the game with a single and promptly stole second base. She scored the first run on a triple deep into left center field by Aliya Garroway. Garroway would score on…

May 14, 2018

Ellwood City Public Library Activities for The Week of May 14

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library for the week of May 14, 2018, include the following: Monday, May 14, at 6:30 p.m. – Classics Book Discussion Group for Adults. The group will discuss the book, “Death Comes for the Archbishop,” by Willa Cather. New members are welcome, so call the library at 724-758-6458 for more information. Tuesday, May 15, — The library will be participating in the “Fifth Grade Walking Tour,” sponsored by the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce. Fifth graders will visit the library in groups throughout the day. Wednesday, May 16, at 10:00…