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December 13, 2024

Ellwood City Ministerium Hosting A Free Christmas Day Dinner

You don’t have to be hungry or alone on Christmas! The Ellwood City Ministerium hosting a FREE Christmas Day Dinner on Wednesday, December 25th.  The event is scheduled to take place from noon until 3:00 p.m. at the church, located at 416 Crescent Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117 – across from Lincoln High School. “We look forward to searving a warm meal and enjoying a time of fellowship,” says Clara McCabe, Coordinator with Ellwood City Ministerium. Volunteers will be needed. Food and monetary donations are appreciated. To help in any way, please call Wurtemburg UM Church at 724-758-9685 or First…

December 12, 2024

Northeast Ohio Author Releases Debut Children’s Book Based in Ellwood City

An Ohio author released a debut children’s book, Wild at Heart: A Little Boy’s Unforgettable Bond with a Raccoon, published by Page Publishing in Conneaut Lake, PA. Julie Bender Limpach is a proud resident of Northeast Ohio, where she balances her professional career with her roles as a loving wife and devoted mother. With a background in fine art museums, media relations, and business development, Julie has long been dedicated to community service and has a deep passion for writing. The charming and whimsical story takes place in Ellwood City where Limpach’s father grew up on 12th Street Extension and…

December 11, 2024

Franklin Township VFD Community Blood Drive Scheduled For 12/27

Come out and spread a special kind of cheer this holiday season. The next Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Department Community Blood Drive is scheduled for Friday, December 27th. Please consider donating if possible. Donors will receive an exclusive 90’s themed t-shirt and a $15 Rewards gift card. The event earns funds for the department and is scheduled to take place from noon to 4:00 p.m. on Monday at the Franklin Township Building, 897 Route 288, Fombell, PA 16123 **Appointments recommended** To schedule an appointment to donate: – Go to vitalant.org and search with Account Code UC5990039 – Call 1-877-25VITAL If…

December 10, 2024

All Aboard Ellwood Invites Memorial & Honorary Donations to Support Industrial and Railroad Museum

All Aboard Ellwood Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the industrial and railroad heritage of Ellwood City, is now accepting memorial and honorary donations to help fund its ambitious project to establish an Industrial and Railroad Museum. Donation envelopes are available at local funeral homes, offering a meaningful way to honor loved ones while contributing to a lasting legacy in the community. Additionally, donations can be made to celebrate a living loved one’s special occasions, such as birthdays, anniversaries, or other milestones. These donations will directly support the development of the planned Industrial and Railroad Museum, a community-driven project…

December 8, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of December 9th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. NOTE The Library has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. HOURS Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m….

December 6, 2024

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

PUBLIC REPRIMAND: An Ellwood City nail salon was fined and given a public reprimand by the Pennsylvania Department of State for what it called grossly incompetent actions. Nails Spa, located in the Northern Star shopping plaza on Route 288 in Franklin Township, was given a $6,600 civil penalty and ordered to stop possessing methyl methacrylate (MMA) and metal credo tools. MMA is a resin commonly used in artificial nail products, dentistry and the production of plastics. Credo tools are used to remove callused skin. The violations were cited in the agency’s latest disciplinary actions. An investigation also said the salon…

December 5, 2024

ECASD Board of Directors Elect Officers, Learn about Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) program

The Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors held its election of officers for 2025 during Thursday’s combined meeting. Jennifer Tomon will again serve as board president for 2025. She was nominated by Director Jean Biehls and had unanimous support from the board. She was the only candidate nominated. Jean Biehls will again serve as board vice president for 2025. She was nominated by Director Kevin Boariu and like Tomon received unanimous support. The board also announced and approved meeting dates for 2025. Air Force Col. Nicole S. Hurley and U.S. Air Force Capt. Heather Edsall spoke about the…

December 5, 2024

Ellwood City Area School District Among Many To Receive Safety, Mental Health Grants

HARRISBURG – Ellwood City Area School District will receive $130,425.00 in grants from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD) School safety and Security Committee (SSSC). Several area schools across the 8th and 9th Legislative Districts have been awarded more than $1.5 million in grants from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD) School safety and Security Committee (SSSC) announced this week by state representatives. “Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students is one of the most important investments we can make for the future of our communities,” said Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) . “These grants will…

December 4, 2024

Ellwood City Area School District 2024 Hall of Fame Class Announced

The Hall of Fame Committee of the Ellwood City Area School District is pleased to announce the incoming class of the Ellwood City Alumni Hall of Fame. This class includes five individuals and one athletic team. Together, they make up the third class to be installed into the Hall of Fame. The honorees are: Mr. Stephen Johns, Class of 2010 After graduation, Stephen attended Notre Dame where he graduated with a degree in Business and Finance and played on the Fighting Irish hockey team for four seasons. Stephen was drafted into the National Hockey League by the Chicago Blackhawks and…

December 4, 2024

CCBC Recognized As A 2024 All In Most Engaged Campus

Community College of Beaver County has been recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting. The ALL IN Most Engaged Campuses for College Student Voting recognizes colleges and universities for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation. CCBC joins a group of 471 colleges and universities recognized by ALL IN for completing four core actions: Participating in the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge Sharing 2022 NSLVE Reports with campus voting data with ALL IN Developing and submitting a 2024 democratic engagement action plan with ALL…