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December 7, 2016

Ellwood City Area Food Bank

The Junior High Student Council of Lincoln High School, along with the Caring Team of LHS, would like to invite the surrounding communities to contribute to the Ellwood City Area Food Bank during the Ellwood City Girl/Boys Tipoff Classic Tournament to be held at Lincoln High School December 9 and 10. Seventh and Eighth grade students have already donated over 400 items. Let’s continue this spirit of giving within our community and make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate who live around us. Community members and teams are encouraged to bring one can good or nonperishable item…

December 7, 2016

Reminder: Life Line Screening

Reminder that the Life Line Screening event is scheduled for this friday. Official flyer below. Life Line Screening, a leading provider of community-based preventative health screenings, is pleased to offer a preventative health event at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 615 Crescent Ave., on Friday, December 9, 2016. Five screenings are offered that scan for potential health problems related to:  blocked arteries which is a leading cause of stroke; abdominal aortic aneurysms which can lead to a ruptured aorta; hardening of the arteries in the legs which is a strong predictor of heart disease; atrial fibrillation or irregular heart beat which is…

December 6, 2016

Criminal Complaints: Meth Lab Discovered in Ellwood

Meth Lab Discovered in Ellwood According to the criminal complaint, on November 23 officers were dispatched to Smokin Dave’s Barbecue in reference to the owner having three suspicious persons exit a vehicle and walk toward railroad property carrying assorted bags. The officer made contact with one of the individuals, April Squires, 34, of Summit Ave., who was walking away from several of the bags left in the alleyway of North and Franklin, and asked her what was going on. She stated that she had got a ride from the other two individuals and she was now walking home. The officer…

December 6, 2016

Local Ellwood Resident Sings with Famous Voice Contestant

When people think of talent and fame, they often think of Hollywood -not so much Ellwood, but one Ellwood resident is unexpectedly changing that view. With just over two decades of dedication put towards performing arts, Jamie Hulick a native Ellwoodian, was recently asked by a contestant on The Voice to be featured on his newly published Christmas album. Hulick is a 27 year old who has been singing since she was a child. She attended Lincoln Park High School in her senior year, specifically for performing arts, and after graduation she moved to Florida to work as a performer…

December 5, 2016

GALLERY: Christmas Parade and Christmas in the Park

Several annual Ellwood City Christmas events took place this weekend including the greatly anticipated Light Up Night on Friday evening, the Christmas Parade Saturday midday, and Christmas in the Park also on Saturday, in the evening. Many local residents, organizations, and businesses took part in the parade; even the recently elected State Representative, Aaron Bernstine, could be seen handing out candy in the parade! Christmas in the Park provided visitors a glorious display of lights and Christmas trees that had been decorated and sponsored by a large array of local organizations and businesses. Kids (and puppies) could get their pictures…

December 5, 2016

Ellwood City Hospital Basket Raffle

The Ellwood City Hospital Basket Raffle will be Friday, Dec. 9 Drawings will begin at 1p.m. in the Hospital Cafeteria Dining Room. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society and Ellwood City Relay for Life. Winners do not need to be present.

December 2, 2016

Ellwood City Scam Charity Drive

Many Ellwood residents have reported receiving a phone call from a gentleman asking for donations to the “Ellwood City Police Department Holiday Fund.” Mayor Court warns “do not give money to this caller, this is 100% a scam. There is absolutely no such charity for the Ellwood City Police Department and the Police Department would not ask for donations over the phone.” The scammer has even offered to meet in person to receive donations. Anyone who receives a call like this is encouraged to report it immediately to authorities. As of now, there are no leads to who the scammer…

December 2, 2016

Vietnam Veterans Honorary Pins Available at Senator Vogel’s Offices

Senator Elder Vogel Jr. encourages all veterans who served on active duty in the United States Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975 to visit his district offices to receive a special 50th Anniversary commemorative Vietnam Veterans’ lapel pin. Due to limited supply, only one commemorative pin will be available per veteran. Senator Vogel’s Beaver County District Office is located at 488 Adams Street, Rochester and his Lawrence County District Office is located at 1905 West State Street, New Castle. These lasting mementos of our nation’s thanks to all Vietnam Veterans…

December 2, 2016

Ellwood City Area Public Library Activities for Week of December 5, 2016

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Tuesday, December 6, at 6:30 p.m. — A “Holiday Story Time” for preschoolers featuring holiday stories, songs, finger plays and more. The event is open to all area preschoolers. No registration is required. Call the library at 724-758-6458 for more information. Wednesday, December 7, at 6:30 p.m. – Evening Book Discussion Group for Adults. The group will discuss the book, “Reunion,” by Hannah Pitard. Call the library for more information. Thursday, December 8, at 3:30 p.m. – “Just 4 Girls,” a book discussion group for girls in…

December 1, 2016

Police Reports: Used Needles Litter Public Park

Used Needles Litter Public Park According to the police report, on Nov. 28 a juvenile came to the station to report that he had found a syringe at the Community Park in the 500 Block of Lawrence Ave. An officer accompanied the young man to the scene and the syringe was recovered, and upon further searching, three more syringes were found. Criminal Mischief on Loop Street  According to the police report, officers were dispatched to Loop St. on Nov. 29 for a criminal mischief complaint. Upon officers arrival, a home owner said she was watching T.V. when the T.V. mysteriously…