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March 21, 2018

Council: No Events to Be Charged and Cost Estimates Greatly Reduced

During its meeting on Monday, council voted to allow all requested events in 2018 at no charge. In edition, the estimated borough costs for events provided last week was recalculated at significantly lower rates. In February, council announced the Ellwood City Relay for Life would be charged $550 to recoup borough expenses and that all other borough events would be required to pay borough expenses. At the agenda meeting on March 12, over 50 visitors urged council to reconsider and have the borough absorb event costs. At the regular meeting on Monday, held in the auditorium to accommodates over 60…

March 21, 2018

Local Author Plans Book Signing

Local author Nancy K. Wallace is celebrating the publication of her third and final book in the Wolves of Llisé trilogy with a book-signing event at the Ellwood City Library on Friday, March 23, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Before Winter is the conclusion of the fantasy series and follows Among Wolves and Grim Tidings, in the Wolves of Llisé trilogy, published by Harper Collins UK. Those who attend will also get to enjoy readings from the book, a question & answer period and refreshments. All three books will be available for purchase at the event. The author will also autograph…

March 21, 2018

REMINDER: Ellwood City Art Club Coloring Book ON SALE For Easter

Looking for a perfect Easter Basket stuffer? Or just a great gift for a loved one this Easter? The Ellwood City’s First coloring Book – Featuring Local Artists continues to be on sale at select area merchants and businesses. The book is on sale as an ‘EASTER SPECIAL’ for $10.00 a book, or 2 for $15.00. The hand drawn coloring books are available for purchase at Dayspring Gifts, The Ellwood City Family Center, The Color Center, or the Art Club. If you need to make the purchase by telephone or if you have questions, please call 724-758-2211.  The Ellwood City…

March 20, 2018

Pittsburgh Steelers to Play Basketball Game at Lincoln High School

For the first time in several years, the Pittsburgh Steelers will be playing a basketball game at Lincoln Junior Senior High School. The LHS Caring Team is sponsoring the event in which current and former members of the Pittsburgh Steelers will play against a team of Ellwood City Area School District faculty members and some players from this year’s boys basketball team. The game will tip off at 8:00 pm on Wednesday, March 28, following a co-ed game featuring alumni from Lincoln’s boys’ and girls’ teams at 7:00. Tickets are $7 each and are available at each school building in…

March 20, 2018

Mayor’s Advisory Committee Monthly Meeting Recap

On March 8, 2018 the Mayor’s Advisory Committee met in Council Chambers. The Mayor stressed the importance of being aware of your surroundings especially at night, to combat crime. Discussed was the possibility of hiring another Police Officer.  The Mayor advised that the Borough is employing many ways to attack crime, preventive measures.  Some of these preventive measures have led to many drug arrests, 422 since Court has taken office.  One of the new measures is “Perception is Everything” and commands immediate attention. The committee discussed that there have been many accomplished people applying for the Borough manager’s position. The…

March 19, 2018

Police: New Castle Man Charged with Viewing Child Pornography

According to the criminal complaint filed on March 6, Steven Robert Nerone, 35, of 1704 E Washington St, New Castle, was charged with dissemination of child pornography. In February 2017, state police investigated a report from Microsoft that a Skype user had uploaded a known picture of child pornography. State police requested a subpoena to be issued to Comcast for an IP address identification. The Comcast report identified the IP user as Nerone. In October, police obtained a search warrant and interviewed the suspect. In December, police seized Nerone’s hard drive and thumb drive and located over 450 pictures and…

March 19, 2018

Ellwood City Public Library Activities for Week of March 19

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Monday, March 19, at 1:30 p.m. – Afternoon Book Discussion Group for Adults. The group will discuss the book, “The Edge of Lost,” by Kristina McMorris. New members are welcome. Call the library at 724-758-6458 for more information. Tuesday, March 20, at 10:00 a.m. — Family Laptime, a weekly program designed for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. The spring session, which will be held every Tuesday through April 24, features stories, songs, games and more. Registration is requested, so call the library for more information and to register….

March 19, 2018

Ellwood Historical Society Monthly Meeting Recap

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society monthly membership meeting was held last Monday, March 12, 2018. Guy Prestia, a World War II Veteran led the Pledge to the American flag. Those in attendance were reminded of the annual Robert and Janice Barensfeld Scholarships.  Two (2) $1500.00 scholarships will be awarded at the May meeting.  Graduating students from Lincoln High and Riverside High Schools are eligible.  Applications may be obtained from the Guidance Counselors of the schools.  The scholarships have been awarded through the Historical Society since the year 1999. W.Ryan Kegel was introduced  as the speaker for the evening.  Ryan spoke…

March 16, 2018

Chamber of Commerce, Other Organizations Urge Council to Reconsider Charging Events

The Ellwood City Chamber of Commerce took issue with council’s decision to charge nonprofits recoup fees for events held in the borough. At Monday’s Ellwood City Borough Council agenda meeting, chamber President Ray Santillo urged council to reconsider. Santillo argued that events such as Relay for Life and the Concert Series promote a healthy local economy and urged council to compromise and solve problems amicably while marketing the community positively. He also pointed out that chamber members pay dues, and the chamber helps with funding events, such as providing electric panels for the downtown car cruise. Santillo praised the quantity…

March 15, 2018

PHOTO: Eagle Scout Commendation Presented Monday

At the Borough Council meeting on Monday, members of council along with Mayor Court presented a “Commendation” to a local Eagle Scout. Christopher Brandt achieved his Eagle Scout Award – Troop 806. “Amazing accomplishment and dedication for a terrific guy. Congrats again my friend — You’re Awesome!” In photo with Mayor Court and Chris are his proud Parents Tim & Sally Brandt. Also pictured are Council President, Judy Dici, Councilman Rob Brough and Councilwoman Lisa Corey Guerrera.