Monthly Archives: October 2011
Two arrested in theft of bridge
Police have apprehended and placed in jail two brothers accused of stealing a privately-owned steel bridge from North Beaver Township. Benjamin Arthur Jones, 24, and Alexander William Jones, 25, of New Castle, used a torch to tear apart the 50-foot long Covert’s Crossing Bridge late last month or early this month. The brothers were placed in the Lawrence County Jail on a $25,000 bail, according to reports. They face felony charges of criminal mischief, theft, … Continue reading
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Wolverines score late, secure victory at Laurel
Although the Ellwood City Wolverines offense was stymied by Laurel, they were able to get one touchdown – and, that was just enough to hold off their MAC competitor on Friday by the score of 7-0. Midway through the fourth quarter, the Wolverines converted on third down, scoring on a 77-yard pass from Julian Cox. Ellwood City’s Nick Polka caught the pass, broke a tackle, and was off to give his team the only score … Continue reading
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Led by Kelosky, Panthers get well-needed win
Not only was it homecoming Friday night at Memorial Stadium, but also the Riverside Panthers football team faced a must win game against the Freedom Bulldogs. The Panthers won the game by a convincing 42-7 score thanks largely to a huge passing night from junior quarterback Devin Kelosky. “The passing got better at practice this week and spilled over into the game,” said Riverside head coach Tom Liberty. Coach Liberty also said he was not … Continue reading
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Air attack leads Panthers over Freedom
Riverside quarterback Devin Kelosky threw for three touchdown to lead the Panthers to a 42-7 rout over Freedom Friday night as part of Riverside’s homecoming festivities. Kelosky connected with Bobby Gould, Evan Hart, and Tom Mansfield all in the first half to push the Panthers to an early lead. Hart also scored twice on the ground for Riverside.
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Giant Eagle recalls brand of lettuce
Giant Eagle stores around the area are recalling bags of shredded Iceberg lettuce because of possible contamination with listeria, according to a recent study by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA recently informed Giant Eagle of the presence of “listeria monocytogenes” in a routine, random sample test of Giant Eagle Farmer’s Market 8-ounce package of Shredded Iceberg Lettuce, produced by River Ranch Fresh Foods LLC, with a use by date of October 14, … Continue reading
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Lincoln and Laurel will battle it out
The Laurel Spartans are just behind the third-ranked Wolverines in the Midwestern Athletic Conference, but a win tonight will put them tied for third; however, they will have to get past an Ellwood City team that has stacked up just under 200 points on the season thus far. But one thing that Laurel has over Ellwood City is a three-game win streak in which they defeated Riverside, Freedom, and New Brighton, consecutively. Ellwood City has … Continue reading
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Job/career fair will feature big-time employers
Pennsylvania is positioned in the middle of the pack when it comes to unemployment. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, PA is ranked 25th with an 8.2 unemployment rate (as of Aug. 2011). With so many people struggling to find jobs not only in Pennsylvania but in the entire country, Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) will be hosting a job and career fair at the Community College of Beaver County in Monaca on Wednesday, October … Continue reading
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Rotary Club welcomes district governor Visconti
The Rotary Club of Ellwood City had their regular weekly meeting at the Connequenessing Country Club on October 6. The club was honored to have a visit from the new district governor, Mike Visconti. Mike Visconti is from the Portersville/Prospect Club and will be district governor for the year 2011-12. The district governor came for a visit with his wife, Joann. At the meeting Visconti announced his goals for the coming year. Family, consistency, and … Continue reading
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Who owes who money?
[contributed by Neil Foley, Ellport Courier] The Ellport sewage plant treats sewage not only for Ellport but also the township of Wayne, Perry, and Franklin. These three townships make monthly payments to the Ellport Sewage Authority and the individual amount each township makes is determined in part by the Authority’s annual budget. Later in the year, payments are made to reconcile for the difference between the actual sewage flow amounts treated for each township compared … Continue reading
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Sales extend into October
The following is a detailed list of sales for the Ellwood City area, specifically garage and yard sales where you are sure to fine some great deals. Click the location in order to find a map of the sale. This may be one of the last few garage/yard sales of the season. Garage Sales Located at 2330 Brighton Road in North Sewickley Township, a sale of fishing items, hunting clothes, holiday dishes, antiques, etc. will … Continue reading
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