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April 22, 2026

First United Methodist Church Hosting Rummage Sale May 1st & 2nd

The Ellwood City First United Methodist Church is hosting a two day rummage sale! The sale will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd at the church grounds at 416 Crescent Avenue, Ellwood City. The rummage sale will also feature baked goods and lunch sale. Proceeds from the sale will support the church Women’s Missions Work. Donations are accepted – new or gently used items – and may be dropped off on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Questions or for more information, please call 724-758-6278

April 21, 2026

VIDEO: Drake Hits Two Homers, Riverside Defeats Neshannock 6-5

Riverside junior Addison Drake hit two home runs and drove in three runs as the Lady Panthers defeated Neshannock 6-5 on Monday at Riverside. Drake’s second homer of the contest, a two-run bomb in the bottom of the fifth inning proved to be the game winning hit as Riverside rallied. Drake finished a perfect 3-3 at the dish, scoring three runs and knocking in three runs. The infielder now has a 0.722 OBP and a 1.786 slugging percentage this season (2.508 OPS) to lead the Panthers offense. The Panthers led 4-2 entering the top of the fifth inning before the…

April 21, 2026

$2.5M Renovation Project Planned At Former Airway Industries Building On Beaver Avenue

According to a social media post, Western PA Foundation for the Arts (WPFA) is planning a major $2.5 million renovation for a new home at 930 Beaver Avenue. WPFA says the building will become an art gallery, classrooms, and will also be the future headquarters for Helping Hearts Ministries, an outreach program dedicated to serving those in need. Arts & Education: Local galleries and creative learning spaces. Early Literacy: The home of the “Big World” book series to support our kids. Community Support: A future soup kitchen and food pantry run by Helping Hearts. Stability: Transitional apartments on the upper…

April 18, 2026

Riverside Baseball Beats Freedom; Softball Shuts Out New Brighton

The Riverside baseball and softball teams each collected victories on Friday afternoon. The boys baseball team jumped out early with four first inning runs en route to a 7-2 home victory over Freedom. Jackson Barber, Dylan Meyer, and BrockJames each collected two hits as part of the nine hit offensive performance by the Panthers.  Meyer walked twice and collected a team-high two RBIs on the afternoon. Matt Santillo tossed a complete game to earn the victory on the mound for Riverside. Santillo struck out seven batters, allowed five hits and walked two batters.  The right-hander surrendered his only two runs…

April 18, 2026

Ellwood City Baseball, Softball Each Pick Up Shutout Victories Over Quaker Valley

The Wolverines baseball team improved to an impressive 10-1 record with a 7-0 shutout victory over Quaker Valley Friday. Aaron Lake twirled a complete game one-hitter, striking out 14 Quakers while only issuing two walks. Offensively, Jordan Keller swatted a pair of doubles and knocked in three runs for Ellwood City who exploded for five runs in the six inning. Geoffery Bokor also collected two hits in the victory. Bokor and Jacob Biskup each scored twice while Gino Biondi collected a double from his leadoff position in the lineup. Next up for the Wolverines (10-1 Overall, 5-1 Section 3A-1) is…

April 18, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of April 20th — BOOK SALE!!!

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities, this week includes a three-day book sale. 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. MONDAY, APRIL 20 10:30 a.m. – “Music and Movement,” children can play instruments and sing and dance….

April 17, 2026

Lawrence County Earth Day Is Saturday April 25th

Lawrence County’s Earth Day Celebration is Saturday April 25th! Earth Day reminds us to take action, whether it’s planting trees, cutting down on waste, or pushing for greener policies. The annual celebration will be held on Saturday, April 25th at Ewing Park, Ellwood City from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. featuring many exhibits, events, and fun for the whole family. Free Horse & Carriage Ride Local Entertainers Food Trucks and Food Vendors Children’s Activities Paper Shredding Vendors selling earth-friendly products Local Organizations providing environmental education Wild World of Animals Educational Presentation A-R-T Show (All Recycled Treasures) Transform everyday materials into…

April 17, 2026

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

HARASSMENT: On March 28th at approximately 11:45p.m. police were dispatched to Trusel Road for a report of a domestic dispute in progress. The victim, 28, F, of Portersville advised she had been shoved during the verbal argument with 21, M, of New Castle. Both parties were separated and charges will be filed according toa criminal complaint. CRIMINAL MISCHIEF: Christopher Dalessandro, 35, of Ellwood City is charged with criminal mischief after an incident occurring on December 28th at approximately 8:17p.m. Police were notified by the victim and the victims neighbor that a man was vandalizing his property on Van Gorder Mill…

April 14, 2026

Drake Homers, Riverside Knocks Off Shenango 3-2

Addison Drake hit a go-ahead two run homerun in the fifth inning to power the Panthers to a 3-2 victory over Shenango Monday afternoon at Riverside. Senior pitcher Joci Cummings pitched 6.1 innings allowing two runs, striking out four while only issuing one walk. Ayla Sterner secured the last two outs for the Panthers who improve to 3-2 on the regular season. Ava Cummings & Sterner each doubled in the victory. Stevie Drake posted a two hit effort for Riverside Shenango pitcher Kennedy Lynn pitched 5.0 innings. 2 ER. 4 K’s. 0 BB. Wildcat hitters Herb & Z.Offie were 3-4 &…

April 14, 2026

5th Annual Clean Up River Road Is Saturday

The 5th Annual Clean Up River Road is scheduled for Saturday, April 18th. Meet your neighbors and help make your community a better place! The event, sponsored by Keep PA Beautiful & Berkshire Hathaway, will take place on River Road under the railroad trestle from 9:00 a.m. until completion. The event location will begin under the Railroad Trestle and all interested parties are invited to help! For more information, please contact A&J Agents at 412-417-1332 or email amyalexander@tprsold.com. Rain date is set for the following Saturday, April 25th. Pick Up PA is Pennsylvania’s largest community improvement program and powered by…