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January 18, 2023

ECASD Board of Education Releases 2023 Meeting Schedule

The Ellwood City Area Board of Education has scheduled the following meetings for the calendar year 2023. The Board recently scheduled a special meeting for personnel to be held Thursday. Committee Meetings January 5, 2023 February 6, 2023 March 6, 2023 April 13, 2023 (Combined Meeting) May 8, 2023 June 5, 2023 July 13, 2023 (Combined Meeting) August 7, 2023 September 11, 2023 October 9, 2023 November 6, 2023 December 4, 2023 (Combined Reorganization) Regular Meetings January 12, 2023 February 9, 2023 March 9, 2023 April 13, 2023 (Combined Meeting) May 11, 2023 June 8, 2023 July 13, 2023 (Combined…

January 16, 2023

NOTICE: ECASD Schedules A Special Meeting For Personnel

According to information made available by the district on Monday, the Ellwood City Area School Board of Directors has scheduled a special meeting for Personnel for Thursday, January 19, 2023. The meeting will take place at 5:00 p.m. and will be conducted in the Board Room located in the Lincoln Jr/Sr High School. The Ellwood City School District is located at 501 Crescent Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117  

January 16, 2023

Calvin Church Starting New Program In February

Meet new people & explore faith together. Calvin Presbyterian Church will be sponsoring a new Alpha course beginning February 2nd. Alpha is a series of 12 weekly sessions where you can explore the Christian faith in an open-minded and welcoming environment.  The course is open to the public/community. Calvin Presbyterian Church will host the ALPHA course, run by Pastor Sean Brubaker. Each session begins with a meal, a video, and open-minded discussion. The course will be meeting on Thursday nights @ 6:00 p.m., beginning February 2nd, with dinner AND childcare provided in the lower level of the church located at…

January 15, 2023

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of January 16

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. –…

January 13, 2023

Ellwood City Wolves Club Hosts First Meeting Of New Year

The Ellwood City Wolves Club Den 11 met on Wednesday at the Connequenessing Country Club. The Club finalized their plans for their next fundraiser: The Golf Bash on Sunday, February 19, 2023. This annual event is held at the Ellwood City Sons of Italy Hall on Lawrence Ave. The event runs from 1:00 -5:00 PM with volunteers needed to help on the floor and in the kitchen. The event raises funds for the Wolves Club Scholarship Fund as well as the Divine Grace Christian Mothers. Tickets for the event are going fast and the cost is $30.00. Tickets are available…

January 12, 2023

Primary Health Network Offering $30,000 In Healthcare Scholarships

Sharon-based Primary Health Network is offering $30,000 in 2023 academic awards to students pursuing a career in the healthcare or allied health fields. Its PHN Foundation (PHNCF) believes that we must invest in our own future – the future of healthcare. PHNCF must ensure that there will always be well-trained doctors, nurses, technicians and other healthcare professionals to provide the highest quality of care in our health centers. Eligibility Criteria Must live in a county that PHN serves. (see application for detailed list) Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Must be pursuing a degree/certificate in an Administrative/Clinical Healthcare…

January 12, 2023

History of Ellwood City Area Churches Presented at Historical Society Meeting

It was a busy evening during the first 2023 meeting of the Ellwood City Area Historical Society The highlight of the evening was First Vice President Andy Kindle’s very informative presentation on the history of Ellwood City area churches at the Society’s monthly public meeting at the History Center on Monday, January 9th. The information was compiled over the last six months by Andy and his committee and was well received by the 32 guests and members in attendance. Outgoing president Everett Bleakney turned over the gavel after six successful years to new Society president Bob Morabito during the installation…

January 11, 2023

Hitched & Unhitched: August, September, October, November & December 2022

2022 has been deemed “The Year of the Wedding.” According to the NY Times, 2.5+ million weddings took place in the 2022 calendar year.  And it really comes as no surprise– many couples are finally allowed to have the dream wedding they’ve been putting off for years due to pandemic-driven holdups. Most weddings take place between the late Summer and Fall months in the US. In fact, 77% of all US weddings are held during these months. Overall, October is the most popular month for weddings. It’s a time when the Autumn foliage is at its best and it’s not…

January 10, 2023

Riverside Lions Club Distributes Gifts, Supports Hygiene Helpers This Past Holiday Season

The Riverside Lions Club was busy during the holiday season. With the support of Project Homefront the club was able to distribute toys to five different locations in our area just in time for Christmas. The club distributed them to Riverside Elementary School, Perry Elementary, North Side Kindergarten, Central Valley School, and Divine Grace Social Services. Pictured are Tracy McCay, a teacher from Riverside School District, and Lynn Campbell, a member of the club. Club members also got together and wrapped Christmas gifts for the remaining two nursing homes in our area. The gifts were paintings from Sue Leisie, Daughter-in-Law…

January 10, 2023

N.O.W. Project Free Food Distribution Event

Jubilee Ministries International (JMI) Nourishing Others Well-being Project (N.O.W.) along with The Christian Chamber of Commerce of Pennsylvania (CCCP) is sponsoring a Drive-Thru Food Giveaway for up to 1,100 families on SATURDAY, JANUARY 21ST @ 8:30 AM UNTIL SUPPLIES LAST Location- The Towne Mall- (Cascade Galleria Plaza), 200 South Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA 16101 Jubilee Ministries International N.O.W. Project and CCCP will distribute food boxes to almost 1,100 families. Each Family Will Receive: Fresh Milk from Marburger Farm Dairy Frozen Meat Items Apples from Apple Castle Variety of In-Season Garden Fresh Produce Nutritious Shelf-Stable Groceries The boxes will be…