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February 10, 2023

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

TERRORISTIC THREATS: John Humensky, 52, of Ellwood City is charged with Terroristic Threats and Robbery after threatening to rob Ellwood City WesBanco Bank on February 9th forcing the branch to go on brief lockdown. According to the criminal complaint, and at approximately 9:45 a.m., a bank teller called police to report Humensky had walked into the bank and told her that he was thinking of robbing the bank. Humensky left on foot and was later located walking on Sixth Street and identified by police. When apprehended and interviewed by Ellwood City police, he was asked if he intended to rob…

February 10, 2023

Ellwood Ice Serving Up Sensitivity Safe Treats

Apple, Banana, Birthday Cake, Blue Cotton Candy, Oh, my! Blue Raspberry, Bubble Gum, Caramel, Guava, Gotta have a treat from Ellwood City Ice! All of those flavors and more are the new wave of yum for EVERYONE available at 504 Lawrence Avenue. If your mouth is watering, you are in luck because they are now open from 2 to 7 p.m. on Saturdays until the warmer months when they plan to expand hours. Ellwood Ice opened its doors for the first time on January 28 to a big community-driven crowd who had been waiting since Fall. The shop truly features…

February 10, 2023

Bernstine Announces Grants to First Responders in 8th District

HARRISBURG – Grant funding will be coming to several first responder companies in the 8th District under a program administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC) within the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), according to Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence). Every emergency service organization that completes the application process receives funding. Projects eligible for funding include: construction or renovation of a fire or ambulance company facility, purchase or repair of equipment, training, or reduction of existing debt. “First responders are heroes because they put their own lives on the line to protect people and property,” said Bernstine. “Our…

February 10, 2023

ECASD Board of Directors Accepts Resignation of Principal

The Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors voted to accept the resignation of Jr. High Principal Kirk Lape during the February 9 voting meeting. Lape, who served as principal for Lincoln High School’s seventh, eighth and ninth graders, was hired by the Laurel School District’s Board of Directors by recommendation of Superintendent, Leonard Rich for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year at a salary of $113,000 (prorated) during their voting meeting February 8. Start date was listed “effective upon his release from Ellwood City School District.” He will replace Laurel’s current Jr and Sr High School Principal Mark…

February 9, 2023

A Beaver County Man Is Among Five Charged For Sexual Abuse of Children Across Pennsylvania

A 74-year-old Beaver County man and a 51-year-old Butler County man are among five men charged for the sexual assault and exploitation of children. Acting Attorney General Michelle Henry announced on Tuesday the filing of criminal charges against Raymond Shultz, Beaver County; Kevin Isovitsch, Butler County; Abimael Valentin-Matos, Lancaster County; Norman Aviles, Lancaster County; and Marc Brown, Allegheny County, for the sexual assault and exploitation of children. In each case, all of the defendants and their victims were members of Jehovah’s Witness congregations. These arrests follow charges filed against four other members of Jehovah’s Witness congregations in October 2022. “The…

February 9, 2023

Northeast Candle Company Moving Retail Location

According to its social media post, The Northeast Candle Company is moving to a new storefront on 5th Street. The Northeast Candle Co. retail store will now be located at 233 Fifth Street, next to Shop at the Underpass. The post advises that more details are to come as they proceed with moving and re-opening retail sales. The move was prompted by a sudden disruption in its ability to reopen retail sales beginning on February 3, 2023 at its original 5th Street, Ellwood City retail location. “Thank you once again to all of our customers, business partners, local leadership and…

February 9, 2023

Cambridge Falls Celebrating One Year Anniversary

Cambridge Falls is celebrating its one year anniversary! Come out and celebrate on March 1st for a celebration featuring refreshments, tours, prizes and fun. The anniversary party is scheduled to take place from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the facility located at 599 Norwood Drive, Wampum, PA 16157. RSVP to Kathleen Frickanish by call or texting 724-944-1088 or emailing kfrickanish@cambridgeliving.org. Cambridge Falls is a retirement community offering Personal Care and Secured Memory Care options and their Wampum facility includes personal care, a household living environment, and a beauty salon. For more information and for directions to the events, please…

February 7, 2023

Riverside Auxilary Band Hosting 2nd Annual Spin Camp

The Riverside Auxiliary Band is hosting its 2nd Annual Spin Camp. Students will be taught baton, flag, and dance basics. Students will use these skills to learn a routine that will be performed for parents at the end of the camp. At the end of camp, students in grades 6-11 will have the opportunity to sign up for the 2023-24 Marching Band season as part of the Auxillary Band. Students in 5th Grade will have the opportunity to sign up for a new Junior Parade Line. The camp is scheduled to take place February 28 – March 10 (Monday-Friday) at…

February 7, 2023

Valentines Day Carriage Rides Offered At Shakespeare’s Restaurant

Enjoy a unique opportunity to enjoy a special moment with a loved one again this Valentine’s Day. Shakespeare’s Restaurant, along with Misty Lane Farms, for a second consecutive year is hosting horse drawn carriage rides on Saturday, February 11th and Tuesday, February 14th as part of its Valentine’s Day event special. Enjoy 15 minute pre or post-meal ride with beautiful horses as they venture around the top rated Olde Stonewall golf course. Rides will be held from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on both days. On Saturday, the restaurant will have its normal dinner menu and on Tuesday, February 14th…

February 4, 2023

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of February 6

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. PLEASE 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. WE’RE OPEN! 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. –…