ECASD Board of Directors Denies Proposal for Charter Student Recruitment

Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors voted against a proposal from the Allegheny Intermediate Unit to assist the district with implementation of charter student recruitment. The proposal included a basic $2,995 package to assist with implementation of charter student recruitment; opposition research for production of marketing documents, phone scripts, and talking points; graphics support for design of digital and physical marketing documents (Documents included brochures, postcards, and website content, with materials not included in cost of agreement); and coordinate and assist district administration with one day of door-to-door visits. Four board directors voted “Yes,” including Jean Biehls, Jennifer…


Ellwood City Area School District Approves New Student Cell Phone Policy

In a statement release by the school district this week, the Ellwood City Area School District has approved a new student cell phone policy. Superintendent Amy Anderson provided the following statement on behalf of the district: The Ellwood City Area School District has approved a new student cell phone policy designed to create a more supportive learning environment with fewer distractions and greater opportunities for students to engage with their teachers, classmates, and school community. We recognize that technology plays an important role in students’ lives, and we believe schools have a responsibility to help students find a healthy balance…


Johns Claims Second Delmar Club Championship in Dramatic Fashion

DELMAR — Stephen Johns knows something about playing in front of a crowd. Johns, a former Dallas Stars defenseman, made a living performing under the bright lights. On Sunday, he once again found himself in the spotlight — this time on the fairways of Delmar Golf Course. Johns closed with a steady, even-par 72 to capture his second Delmar Golf Course Club Championship, holding off 2025 runner-up Michael Pope and Preston Turk by a single stroke at the 66th annual championship. Johns entered the final round one shot behind overnight leader Luca Carsele, who opened the championship with a sparkling…


Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of August 10th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. 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. Please remember no one is available to take your calls unless it is in the hours listed above. BOOK SALE COLLECTION: We are now taking donations for the book sale in October. We do not take text books, readers digest condensed books, magazines, encyclopedias or VHS tapes. Activities…


Coach Rak’s Free Basketball Camp Continues to Make a Difference

More than 40 local children spent part of their summer on the basketball court thanks to the third annual Coach Rak Free Youth Basketball Camp. Open to boys and girls ages 6–12, this year’s camp welcomed 40 young athletes—25 boys and 15 girls—for five days of basketball fundamentals, skill development, teamwork, and fun. Whether campers were picking up a basketball for the first time or sharpening their skills, each child was encouraged to learn, improve, and enjoy the game. The camp was made possible through the support of an outstanding group of volunteer coaches and mentors, including Coach Campman, Coach…


Franklin Township Board of Supervisors Shares Update On Hereford Manor Lake Property

The Franklin Township Board of Supervisors has shared an update on our efforts to acquire and preserve the Hereford Manor Lake property. According to the township, it currently has an agreement with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission to purchase approximately 392 acres of the Hereford Manor property for $470,400. Thanks to the generosity of residents, local businesses, and surrounding communities, the township has received over $39,806.29 in donations. The township is also extremely grateful to the Beaver County Sportsman’s Conservation League for committing $100,000 toward the project. Along with the $300,000 grant previously secured by the Township, the board…


Ellwood City Takes Major Step Toward Restoring Local Hospital Services

Since January 2020, the Borough of Ellwood City and the surrounding communities have been without a hospital—an absence that has created significant challenges for residents who rely on timely, accessible emergency care. When Jeff Foley assumed the role of Borough Manager in late April 2026, he made the restoration of local healthcare services his first priority. Immediately upon taking office, Foley contacted the offices of Rep. Mike Kelly and Rep. Aaron Bernstine to seek federal and state support. Through multiple meetings and ongoing discussions, momentum began to build. Foley then asked Nick Genova to form a Citizen Committee composed of…