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November 5, 2026

Real Estate Transfers For October 2026

Don’t be scared by a move in October, many area residents took the time to relocate during the month. This is the time of year when things begin transitioning out of the fall market and into the down season for many in real estate although the area recently experienced mild to warm fall weather alongside steady home prices. According to Redfin.com, the median sale price of a home in Lawrence County was $175,000 over the last 3 months, down 4.1% since the same period last year. The median sale price per square foot in Lawrence County is $121, down 2.0%…

November 5, 2026

Western Pennsylvania Author’s New Book Asks Why Good Employees Keep Leaving

“Most people in Ellwood City work with someone who has autism or ADHD, or have it themselves, and the book is about why good employees leave and what coworkers and managers can do about it. For the past three years I’ve worked with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission on how it hires and supports its employees, so the ideas come from work right here in the region,” says author Racheal Pallares Pallares, from Saint Petersburg, PA and founder and owner of Neurodiversity Training Institute, releases The Right Room on Nov. 11 When one company kept losing its audit team every six…

November 4, 2026

CAST YOUR VOTE!!! 2026 Halloween Costume Contest Is Live

Vote and help decide our 2026 Halloween Costume Contest winner! Submitted photos have been posted on EllwoodCity.org’s Facebook page in a 2026 HALLOWEEN CONTEST photo album. (View Album Page) To vote for your favorite photo, simply ‘LIKE’ it, then ‘SHARE’ it to obtain more votes from your friends! LIKING = 1 VOTE! Voting continues until end of business on Monday, November 10th. The top two photos that receive the most votes win cash prizes courtesy of EllwoodCity.org. — PHOTO GALLERY FOR VIEWING ONLY

November 4, 2026

Riverside Elementary Celebrates Fall with K-5 Annual Fall Party

Riverside Elementary School students in grades K-5 enjoyed a day filled with fall festivities on Friday, October 30, during the school’s annual Fall Party. The celebration began with a festive parade, giving students and staff the opportunity to show off their creative costumes. The excitement continued as students returned to their classrooms for fall parties filled with fun and engaging activities. Throughout the afternoon, students participated in a variety of games, enjoyed delicious treats, and created festive artwork. The classrooms were filled with laughter, creativity, and plenty of seasonal fun. The annual Fall Party provided a wonderful opportunity for students…

November 3, 2026

Dominic Ierace (Donnie Iris), 83

Dominic Ierace (Donnie Iris), 83, of Coraopolis, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 26th, 2026 surrounded by his family after a courageous 4-year battle with bladder cancer. Donnie was born on February 28, 1943, in New Castle, Pa. Donnie grew up in Ellwood City as a kid who loved playing baseball, hanging out with friends, and was into cool cars. He was introduced to singing, by this mother, Carrie “Chickie” Scripsky who encouraged him at a very young age to sing at church functions and family gatherings. Chickie must have known something no one else knew because this kid…

November 3, 2026

Vision Ministries Presented ‘Beyond The Stigma’

Vision Ministries recently presented a program titled, Beyond the Stigma: Understanding Addiction, at the New Englander in New Castle, Pennsylvania recently. The program focused on the impact of illegal narcotics and the efforts communities are making to protect children, support families, reduce crime, and create safer neighborhoods, featuring protection against illegal narcotics. The event highlighted the importance of education, prevention, and community partnerships in addressing substance abuse and its effects on families and communities. Participants discussed ways local organizations, law enforcement, and community leaders can work together to combat addiction while providing support and resources to those affected. Mayor Anthony…

November 1, 2026

ENTER NOW! EllwoodCity.org Halloween Costume Contest

It’s time again for the annual EllwoodCity.org Halloween Costume Contest. Each year we have received dozens of entries – and 2026 will be no different! Let’s make this year even more spooky or funny with your son or daughter’s costume photo submission! Submissions be accepted as through end-of-business hours on Tuesday, November 3rd. All submitted photos will appear on EllwoodCity.org’s Facebook page on Wednesday, November 4th as a photo gallery. Then, voting will begin as soon as the gallery is published and continues on until 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November 10th. To vote for your favorite photo, simply ‘LIKE’ it,…

October 31, 2026

PHOTOS: Ellwood City Defeated By Beaver On Senior Night

Ellwood City was defeated 56-26 by Beaver on Friday night at Helling Stadium to wrap up its regular season. In an aerial showing, Bobcats standout Jaivin Peel threw for 357 yards and six touchdowns while Wolverines quarterback Tyler Amicone nearly matched him with 356 yards and three touchdowns for Ellwood City. The game featured combined 983 yards of total offense from both teams. After Beaver opened up the scoring, Amicone connected on two long touchdown passes, 73-yards and 87-yards, to Kamron Hockenberry to put Ellwood City ahead 13-7 at the end of the first quarter. The lead was short lived…

October 31, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of November 2nd

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. Activities taking place this week include. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 10:30 a.m.- 11:15 a.m. –“Music, Movement and More,” a program for children to dance, sing and listen to stories. 6:00 p.m….

October 30, 2026

Anderson Wins WPIAL XC Championship, Among 3 Local Runners Qualified For PIAA

Freshman Reese Anderson won the WPIAL AA Individual Cross Country Championship Thursday at White Oak, PA. Anderson finished with the course with a time of 18:22.4 and won the race by over twenty seconds over the second place finisher in setting her personal record time. Anderson secures Riversides first female individual title in the 2A classification. Brady Pettner finished 17th overall in the Boys Class A race with a time of 17:27.6 to also qualify for the PIAA championships next month. For Ellwood City, sophomore runner Gio Venezie finished 13th overall in the Boys Class AA Championships with a time…