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January 24, 2017

POLICE: Two Charged With Marijuana Possession

Two Charged with Marijuana Possession Joseph Edward Haybarger, 20, of Ellwood City, and Anthony Booker, 18, of New Castle, were both charged after an incident that occurred on Jan. 17. According to the criminal complaint, an officer was traveling behind a vehicle operated by Haybarger when the officer noticed the passenger side window was down and the smell of marijuana was emitting from the car. The officer stopped the vehicle and as Haybarger opened his driver side window the smell of suspected marijuana was again emanating from the vehicle. Haybarger advised that he did possess marijuana and opened up the…

January 24, 2017

11 CCBC Student-Athletes Named to WPCC All-Academic Team

6 ACHIEVE HIGH HONORS  Monaca, PA – Eleven Community College of Beaver County student-athletes earned a place on the Fall 2016 Western Pennsylvania Collegiate Conference (WPCC) All-Academic Team. Six women’s volleyball players and five men’s basketball players were regionally recognized for achieving honors or high honors in the classroom. “These student-athletes bring integrity and commitment to all they do, both in the classroom and in their respective sports,” commented John Ashaolu, Director of Athletics and Student Programs. “Our mission is to educate and help our student-athletes grow and we are proud of their accomplishments.” To be eligible for the award,…

January 23, 2017

Audition for the Tamburitzans

The opportunity to audition for The Tamburitzans 2017-2018 season begins February 8 and students are welcome to try out to be part of “America’s treasured cultural tradition.” The Tamburitzans is a Duquesne University group-effort tradition consisting of an array of talented students who have awed crowds for almost 80 years. “Year after year, generation after generation, The Tamburitzans dazzle audiences across the country with elaborate costumes and incredibly versatile musicians, singers, and dancers,” their official website states. The main idea of the Tammies is to promote diversity of cultural heritages through performance and folk arts, while also enjoying the experiences…

January 23, 2017

Senator Vogel Committee Assignments Announced

Senator Elder Vogel Jr. will serve on six Senate Standing Committees for the 2017-18 Legislative Session. In addition to chairing the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, Senator Vogel will also serve on the Appropriations, Banking & Insurance, Communications & Technology, Environmental Resources & Energy, and Labor & Industry Committees. “I appreciate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati’s faith in my abilities to serve on these committees. I   look forward to finding solutions to the unique challenges of each of these areas of public policy,” Senator Vogel said. “The Appropriations Committee is especially important to me as it is the committee tasked…

January 20, 2017

Ellwood City Area Public Library Activities for Week of January 23, 2017

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Wednesday, January 25, at 10:00 a.m. — “Coloring for Adults,” a weekly program that is free and open to the public. “Coloring for Adults” is a new concept in helping to reduce the stresses of everyday life. Everyone is welcome, so call the library at 724-758-6458 for more information. Thursday, January 26, at 3:00 p.m. – “Food 4 Thought,” a book discussion group for students in 9th grade and up. The group will discuss the book, “Gone,” by Michael Grant. Call the library for more information. Thursday,…

January 19, 2017

Construction on Koppel Bridge to Commence Jan. 30

Koppel Bridge, one of the most used bridges for Ellwoodians, is finally going to be replaced with a modern steel bridge; construction will commence Jan. 30 and is speculated to last into summer of 2018. Although the currently standing bridge, which was originally constructed almost a full century ago is still safe to commute on, the goal of the new bridge is to make it even safer and more efficient. The new bridge will be constructed with steel girders, it will be 34′ wide with two 12′ travel lanes and two 8′ shoulder lanes. There will be no weight limit…

January 18, 2017

Mohawk School District Closed After Testing Positive for E. Coli in Water

According to a news source, all Mohawk district schools are closed today after receiving positive results of the potentially deadly E. Coli bacteria contaminating the water at the districts high school location. The districts elementary school is provided water from a different system and their water remains uncontaminated, however the school is still closed. After the heavy rain we have received in the area over the past few days, it’s not surprising that some water sources have become contaminated, many times due to overflowing sewers. The schools superintendent released the following statement: “This message is to inform you that school…

January 18, 2017

Calling All Brides – We’ve Got FREE Tickets!

Wedding planning is exciting, stressful, and time-consuming, let us help you check things off your to-do list this month! Local wedding vendors will be showcasing their capabilities at upcoming shows in the area and they are giving away free tickets to local brides who wish to attend!   *To reserve your FREE Tickets, choose a show/vendor and give them a call! January 21st & 22nd Cavanaugh’s Bride Show Wyndham Grand, Pittsburgh Dot & Bow Paperie, located in Ellwood City has 8 Free tickets available. Call to Reserve Your Tickets 724-824-7504   https://www.brideshow.com/bridal-show/wyndham.htm   January 29th New Castle Bridal Show &…

January 18, 2017

ECR Revitalization Winter Wine and Brew Fest

The Ellwood City Revitalization (ECR) committee partners closely with the Ellwood City Chamber of Commerce and the Ellwood City Council to dedicate efforts toward restoring the local community in order to invite businesses, families and visitors back into the area – ultimately as an attempt to encourage local economy growth. The organization has already made several additions to the town over the past few years including the Ellwood City Plaza, the seasonal Farmers’ Market, the Comfort Station, and now they have their eyes set on reinstalling the much needed lighting, which will be attached to arches that were removed from…

January 17, 2017

POLICE: Two Charged in Christmas Burglary Attempt

According to the criminal complaint, two males will be facing burglary charges after an incident that occurred on Christmas Day at approximately 11:45p.m. at a residence on Spring Avenue. Officers were advised by the reporting party that two males had kicked in the rear door of the house and left the scene in a green Mitsubishi Eclipse. When officers arrived they made contact with the homeowner who stated the two males were William Norris Pearson IV, 25, of Ellwood City, and Ridge Cox, 22, of Ellwood City, and they kicked in the door of his residence and assaulted him by…