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May 3, 2024

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: Between the times of 4:00 p.m. on April 24th and 12:26 a.m. on April 27th, an unknown suspect proceeded into the unlocked door of a 53-year-old Wampum man’s vehicle located on Henry Street, Wayne Township, and stole a black Sig Sauer P365, gun magazine, Oakley sunglasses, two pocket knives, and flashlight. Property stolen valued at over $1,000.00. This investigation is ongoing. BURGLARY: On April 15th at approximately 1:40 p.m., PSP New Castle was dispatched to a 3400 block of SR 18, New Beaver Borough, for a reported Burglary. The known 91-year-old Wampum female reported that upon arriving home at…

May 2, 2024

The Riverside Hall of Fame: Dan Oliastro, Winningest Coach in WPIAL History

NOTE: This is the second in a three-part series featuring The Riverside Hall of Fame’s first class, all coaches. The inductees will be honored at the First Annual Hall of Fame banquet at Shakespeare’s Restaurant this Saturday, May 4th, from 6 to 10 p.m. Attendees will celebrate the esteemed inaugural class of: Dan Oliastro, Karl Florie, and Royann Winfield. He may be the winningest coach in WPIAL history, but winning isn’t everything to Coach Dan Oliastro. “It’s more than just baseball,” he said. “One of the things you have to do is build relationships … good relationships with the kids.”…

May 1, 2024

Ewing Park to Get ADA-Compliant Update: New Facility to Feature Adult Changing Table

There are some major conveniences that we take for granted. Like going out for the day and not having to worry about finding a restroom that is easily usable. We don’t always think about the struggles that others endure … we simply don’t even think about it. Councilwoman Jan Williams thought about it. She thought about the individuals that frequent Ewing Park that need special facilities with features that again most of us never think of. Williams is on a mission to bring a specialized facility to Ewing Park, specifically a facility that offers an adult changing table. Her idea…

May 1, 2024

The Riverside Hall of Fame: Karl Florie Built Powerhouse Team and Family of Football Players

NOTE: This is the first in a three-part series featuring The Riverside Hall of Fame’s first class, all coaches. The inductees will be honored at the First Annual Hall of Fame banquet at Shakespeare’s Restaurant this Saturday, May 4th, from 6 to 10 p.m. Attendees will celebrate the esteemed inagural class of: Dan Oliastro, Karl Florie, and Royann Winfield. Karl Florie, wasn’t the school board’s first choice to coach Riverside’s football program, but it came to pass that he was he was the right choice. Although his first season produced zero wins, he went on to build a program that became a powerhouse in…

May 1, 2024

Ellwood City Moose Lodge Holding “Western Family Fun Night”

Howdy! Come out and test your skills on an authentic mechanical bull. The Ellwood City Moose Lodge #93 will be holding a ‘Western Family Fun Night’ on Saturday, May 11th. The event will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and is set to take place at the Moose Club, located at 1400 Factory Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117. Along with the mechanical bull rides, the event features a DJ, Photo Booth, Games, Food and Beverages. Tickets are $10.00 with children 12 and under FREE. Entry fee includes (1) Mechanical Bull Ride, Door Prizes, Food & Non-Alcoholic Beverage. Advance…

April 30, 2024

Lincoln High School Announces 2024 Prom Court

On Friday, May 3rd the annual Ellwood City Lincoln High School Prom “A Night With The Stars” will be held at the Timber House in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania. Prior to arriving at the Timber House, students will participate in the annual LHS Promenade held at the Leslie Sabo Memorial Auditorium. During the ceremony Senior members of the Prom court will be recognized with the 2024 King and Queen to be crowned later that evening. The Class of 2025 would like to thank those who made tonight’s event possible: Senior Class Sponsors Mrs. Melissa Pigza and Mrs. Dena Noble, Junior Class…

April 30, 2024

Riverside Lions Club Monthly Update

The Riverside Lions Club had a busy past few weeks hosting events, providing support, and earning awards. The month of February started the Lions Club off with the Math 24 competition. The Riverside club spearheads this event and is supported by all the Lions clubs in Beaver County and Pizza Joes. This year’s event was held at the New Brighton High School, with approximately 150 students participating. Math 24 is a card game played by 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students designed to test their skills with math puzzles. There is a competition at each school in the…

April 29, 2024

Craft & Vendor Show On Saturday

Come out and enjoy a craft and vendor show on Saturday, May 4th. The show will take place at Lillyville Church of God, located on Hickernell Road, Ellwood City. Basket raffles, red & white pizza, nachos, Orams doughnuts, and bake sale will be offered in addition to the crafts vendors on display. The event is sponsored by the Ellwood City Area Municipal Woman’s Club and all proceeds go towards scholarship awards and area civic needs.

April 27, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of April 29th

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. 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. – 4:00 p.m….

April 25, 2024

Over $6.3 Million in State Infrastructure Grants Announced For Beaver & Lawrence Counties

Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47) and State Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) each announced on Wednesday that over $6.3 million in state infrastructure grants have been awarded to the Beaver & Lawrence Counties, including $5 million to a waterline and sewer project in Wampum Borough. “It is great to see the continued investments into the 47th District, especially when it comes to investing in water line and stormwater improvement projects that are a priority in our area,” said Vogel. “Maintaining all aspects of our local infrastructure is a crucial part of providing a safe community for our residents to thrive in.”…